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Build Your Own Tea at Teapresso

September 24, 2018 by

If you're a fan of boba tea, you should know about Teapresso Bar. A branch of this Houston-based teahouse arrived in Houston in May with an impressive list of specialty boba teas, as well as the option to "build your own" tea. So no matter how you take your bubble tea, you'll find a beverage to like on the menu.

If you choose to design your tea, start by selecting hot or iced tea and a size. Then choose the type of leaves you'd like to form the foundation of your tea, from Assam and black to Earl Grey and oolong. Next, add a flavor or two, like mango or vanilla. Then select your milk—options include non-dairy creamer, coconut milk, and organic whole milk—choose a sweetness level, and toss in add-ons like boba pearls and jelly. You can also choose a pre-designed tea like the Thai tea with half and half or the Tealade, a mix of black tea and organic lemonade.

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Returning Sept. 29: Houston Oktoberfest at The Water Works

September 17, 2018 by

Oktoberfest at The Water Works combines the best aspects of German and Texan culture into a single day of booze, food, and fun. On September 29th, the beer-centric festival takes over The Water Works with a lineup of German-inspired and local Texan brews, lots of fresh food, and live entertainment and activities.

This year's roster of beers includes Saint Arnold Brewing Company's Oktoberfest, Karbach Brewing Co.'s "Karbachtoberfest," and many other autumn-inspired beers. Sip on a pint as you play a game of giant Jenga or put down the pint and participate in keg-rolling, part of the Olympiad Games. Soak up the booze with food from local vendors such as The Melt on Wheels and The Baker's Man, then enjoy live music by German bands like Yodel Blitz and Auf Gehts. Tickets start at $25 for general admission.

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Design Your Own Doormat at The Rustic Brush

September 11, 2018 by

The Rustic Brush puts a new spin on the concept of the paint-and-sip studio. Its list of projects extends beyond the typical painting. You can also make cute and quirky wooden signs for your home, craft your own doormat, or even design a one-of-a-kind serving tray. Bring along your favorite bottle of wine to enjoy while you DIY.

Here's how it works: Begin by finding an open workshop time that fits into your schedule. Reserve your spot online and choose a project. Then come to The Rustic Brush with your favorite beverage in hand, and the staff will help you complete your project using materials they already have on hand. You can customize a small, medium, or large wooden pallet sign with your last initial or full name, or make a doormat or hanging piece of decor using similar designs.

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Head to the Newly Opened Poitin for Happy Hour

September 7, 2018 by

Poitin made its debut in May with a menu designed to take customers on a culinary adventure. Its kitchen team draws inspiration from all different parts of the world, condensing the eclectic bits and pieces into a collection of lunch, brunch, dinner, and bar menus.

Head to Poitin for happy hour (3 to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday) and share some snacks like the fried chicken sliders, grilled edamame, or house-made hummus. The bites pair perfectly with cocktails like the Smoked Old Fashioned and the Clear-ba Libre, a swanky version of the classic Jack and Coke. Can't make it for happy hour? Grab a table during the weekend brunch. The menu is just as diverse and creative with options like the porridge, a bowl of jasmine rice, toasted coconut, and grilled mango, or the confit duck leg hash with eggs.

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Take Some “Me Time” at Sanctuary Spa

August 23, 2018 by

Sanctuary Spa has been in business since 1984, and over the past 30 years, it's earned quite the reputation. National publications including Vogue, Allure, and even TIME magazine have sung the praises of the Houston institution over the years. So when you come here for a facial, a massage, or any of the other pampering treatments, you can expect top-notch quality.

The beautifiers at Sanctuary Spa enlist contemporary technology to enhance their facials, so take full advantage. Try the LED Light Therapy facial, which uses the power of light to ease issues such as acne scars, oversized pores, or redness. Struggling with constant aches and pains? Let a massage therapist at Sanctuary deliver a signature massage, which mixes elements of classic Swedish, deep tissue, lymphatic, and sports massage to meet your needs. The skilled staffers also offer hydrotherapy, body wraps and scrubs, hair removal, and lash and brow tinting.

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Watch Pro Architects Shape Seaside Masterpieces at the AIA Sandcastle Competition

August 15, 2018 by

The AIA Sandcastle Competition isn't your average day on the beach. The fundraiser benefits the local branch of the American Institute of Architecture (AIA) and the Architecture Center of Houston, so its participants come from architectural firms around the city. They take their professional expertise and create truly spectacular structures out of the sand.

Head to East Beach in Galveston on Saturday, August 25th to witness these masters at work. They start to brainstorm ideas and sketch out blueprints for their sandcastles months in advance, so expect to see sandy masterpieces. The teams begin building at 10 a.m. and have five hours to finish before the judges make their rounds. They'll dole out the Golden Bucket Award to the most worthy team, as well as other honors in categories such as Best Traditional Sandcastle and Best Houston-centric Castle. Admission to this event is free.

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Fat Cat Creamery: Locally Sourced, Sustainably Crafted Ice Cream

August 10, 2018 by

Milk and heavy cream from Mill-King Creamery, eggs from Ole Dad Farms, and figs and citrus fruits from The Barry Farm form the foundation for the artisan ice cream at Fat Cat Creamery. The team at Fat Cat Creamery supports its fellow local businesses not only out of a sense of camaraderie, but also because it's better for the earth, and they're committed to sustainability. That's why they also use recycled, compostable packaging and eco-friendly spoons.

Come to Fat Cat Creamery to savor a scoop of the small-batch ice cream. Its year-round gourmet flavors include the Cat's Meow Mexican Vanilla, Waterloo Strawberry Buttermilk, Amaya Coffee & Cream, beer-infused Milk Chocolate Stout, and dairy-free Chai Tea Coconut. But in addition, the staff constantly crafts seasonal flavors. They change all the time, but you might see options like Salted Butter Caramel or Bourbon Pecan Pie.

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Houston Restaurant Weeks Have Returned

August 6, 2018 by

For every meal you enjoy during Houston Restaurant Weeks 2018, the Houston Food Bank is able to dish out at least nine meals to local people and families in need. That's because each participating eatery donates a portion of the proceeds from Houston Restaurant Weeks to the food bank, anywhere from $3 to $7. And these seemingly small donations can generate as many as 21 meals each.

Plus, the benefits of taking part in Houston Restaurant Weeks extend to customers like you, too. From August 1st through Labor Day, restaurants around Houston will offer set prix fixe, multi-course menus that allow you to sample their cuisine for an affordable price, starting at $20 for lunch and $35 for dinner. In the past, eateries such as Antica Osteria, Kirby's Prime Steakhouse, and Prohibition Supperclub & Bar have all participated. So pick your restaurant, peruse the menu online, and do some good as you do date night during Houston Restaurant Weeks.

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Don’t Miss the Free Houston Shakespeare Festival From July 27th to August 5th

July 24, 2018 by

The Professional Company at the University of Houston hosts the Houston Shakespeare Festival each year in order to bring the most famous works of the Bard to the masses. This free theater series unfolds at the Miller Outdoor Theatre most nights from July 27th to August 5th with alternating productions of Hamlet and Comedy of Errors.

Pick your show and come to the theater a little before 8:15 p.m. when the play begins. If you choose Hamlet, gear up for an evening of twists and turns. The classic play follows its namesake protagonist as he returns from the university to discover his mother has married his uncle and there's a ghost haunting his home. He unravels the corruption of the court and ends up in a life-or-death predicament. Comedy of Errors, on the other hand, keeps things light with a silly storyline that involves two sets of identical twins and multiple instances of mistaken identity.

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Head to Postino Heights for Happy Hour

July 18, 2018 by

Postino Heights just debuted in April, but local imbibers are already starting to generate some buzz for the wine bar and restaurant. It's quickly becoming a popular place for happy hour thanks to its top-notch wine list and roster of craft beers. You can grab a glass from famous wine-producing nations like Italy and France or enjoy a sip from Napa Valley in California.

Either way, pair your chosen libation with a few of the contemporary bites on the menu. Share some tapas like the pub board with soft pretzels, chorizo, and aged cheddar cheese or a bruschetta board with brie and apples, fresh mozzarella and tomato, and smoked salmon with pesto. Then try one of the paninis, perhaps the lavish Nine Iron. It features strips of crispy sugar-cured smoked bacon with grilled chicken, fresh burrata mozzarella, lettuce, tomato, and Dijonnaise.

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