Results tagged “lastrada”

You weren't happy with your close proximity to downtown, the Medical Center and the Museum District; your tree-lined streets and quaint houses; your dining options that run the gamut from upscale (Hugo's, Indika, Feast, Da Marco) to down-home (Baba Yega, Cafe Montrose, Ziggy's, Lankford Grocery); your endless thrift stores and antique shops and clothing boutiques; your quirky coffee shops and bars. It just wasn't enough, was it, Montrose? Now you want your own farmer's market, too? more ›

Houstonist had the great fortune of attending Houston's first-ever "flavor tripping" party this past Friday, July 25th, hosted by the Houston Chowhounds. more ›

It's March now; the freakish weather is in full effect and your allergies are making you wish the spring was a figment of your imagination. What better way to celebrate than to go outside? more ›

The day was sunny with very few clouds overhead. The music was local and there was lots of it. Over fifty bands were scheduled to perform in the span of about nine hours at three locations with five stages and the block party fans came out in force to soak up the sun and music. There were artists, creating and selling art, there were art installations, a smattering of food and merchandise vendors. There was... more ›

When you think of block parties, you usually thing of a cul-de-sac in a suburban neighborhood with hot dogs, red and white checkered table clothed over folding tables, annoying neighbors drinking their Miller Lite while they scream at their kids. Put those thoughts behind you – the Westheimer Block Party is totally different, and much better. Think of a block party in the Montrose area, the heart of Houston, with over 40 local bands playing.... more ›

Houstonist loves a good festival and not just for the funnel cakes. This weekend, the Westheimer Block Party (formerly Westheimer Arts Festival and Westheimer Street Fair) will make another attempt after it was rained out back in late April. Lots of bands and, no doubt, lots of food will be on hand as the festival is set to go off from noon until 9pm in parking lots and inside clubs along lower Westheimer. Houstonist will... more ›