Whispers about the “Freshman 15” are usually common at the start and end of the first and second semesters of freshman year. The term refers to the belief, or perhaps trend, of students gaining weight during their first year of college. The “Freshman 15” is nothing to be ashamed of. It often happens as a result of...
Houston boasts a diverse culinary scene. Having recently been named the “Newest capital of great food” and “The country’s most exciting food city,” the food scene in the city is constantly growing. In recent years, Houston has become a serious rival to well-known food cities like New York, Los Angeles and New...
Donuts, pizza, cookies, cupcakes, breakfast burritos—and the list goes on and on. These are only a few of the food freebies often seen on college campuses. And while diverse in course and taste, they all have one thing in common. food-sensitive groups cannot—or at least, should not—eat these!Individuals living with...
From their relationship with nature and architecture to their entertainment through music, dance and folklore, Mayan culture is vibrant. This vibrancy continues to prevail among the many Central American communities in Houston. Ancient Mayans are a Mesoamerican civilization who occupied a wide landmass including...
Photo Retrieved from @grazingjoy / Instagram As we approach the thick of spring, here are some tips and suggestions on how to make quintessential, show-stopping grazing boards. There isn’t one big secret to an excellent grazing board. However, a few elements are sure to be found in any board worth...
Photos provided by Larsha Flowers From park picnics to coastal picnics—and even rooftop parking lot picnics—picnic culture in Houston is unmatched. As the days get hotter and longer, afternoon drives along Allen Parkway, between Taft and Sabine streets, reveal tipi tents, marquee letters and picnic blankets....
Photo submitted by Angelina Contreras What a time to be a foodie—a rodeo foodie. The Houston Rodeo boasts competitions, shows, rides, other fun activities and of course, the magnificent variety of food, serving up good ol’ southern cuisines. Here’s a list of some of the reasons why the Houston Rodeo is a...
Photo provided by Angelina Contreras Rodeo is back! The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo proposes a month of Western culture and competition. The first show was in 1932 with a total of 2,000 people. Now, it boasts over 2 million visitors. It is one of the largest events in Houston. The mission is to...
Graphic by Sammy Bates From counting down the clock to a kiss at midnight–or eating grapes, New Year’s Eve is a holiday heavily populated by tradition and superstition surrounding good luck for the coming year. What were the grapes about? This year, many participated in a trend known as “Las Doce Uvas de la...
This is Houston. Many new places are constantly opening. The old and faithful classics, however, also deserve a spot on your Spring bucket list. From new food experiences to popular spots, this list is a great starting point for a more tried and true, Houston experience. POST Houston I first visited this...
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