Houston Insider Guide

Houston Insider Guide

See Houston like a local with the Taste & See Life’s Houston Insider Guide featuring Houston eats, Houston sights, and Houston events.


Like a Local


Brennans-Astros-MenuAstros Watch Party @ Brennan’s Courtyard Bar–  Cheer on the Astros and nosh on a special bar menu at only $7-per-item food and drink menu! Feast and sip on:

  • Duck Fat French Fries topped with House Made Chili & Melted Cheddar Cheese
  • Chopped Beef Smoked Short Rib PoBoy with Slaw
  • “Orange Crush City” Crushed ice, vodka, OJ and Blue Curacao
  • 8th Wonder Dome Foam (2 for $7)
  • Rosé all Day

Special menu available from 2 pm -9 pm. Seating is first-come, first-serve.


National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, October 2018

National Breast Cancer Awareness Month
In honor of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Brennan’s is celebrating all breast cancer warriors & survivors! Join Brennan’s for a meal and receive a complimentary order of their Pinked Out Beignets!


Maclane’s Cafe, is launching their new dinner menu on October 16!  Maclane’s Café, a Masraff’s  Family Restaurant, will offer signature steak, seafood and pasta entrees as part of its newly expanded dinner menu, as well as BYOB with a $5 cork fee and full dinner service, as opposed to counter service, daily from 5-9 p.m. While the lunch menu and casual counter service dining atmosphere will remain the same, Maclane’s new and improved dinner fare will elevate customers’ dining experience in the evening.

 


Houston Sights


From a local Houstonian perspective, I enjoy exploring the historic and artsy pockets of Houston. It doesn’t matter where you go in Houston, you will discover a diverse ethnic population that makes Houston one of the most remarkable places to visit.

Here are my favorite things to do in Houston:

  1. The Museum District: Make a day to wander through an array of museums nested closely in one area. Some of the featured museums include: Children’s Museum of Houston, Contemporary Arts Museum of Houston, Holocaust Museum of Houston, Menil Collection, Menil Rothko Chapel, and the Museum of Fine Arts of Houston. For details go to www.houstonmuseumdistrict.org.
  2. Hermann Park and the Medical Center: Houston is known for it’s medical center and serves as an international medical treatment hub. Around the corner from the Medical Center is Houston’s famous Hermann Park. Pack a picnic lunch and spend the day enjoying the outdoors and the sites. Attractions include: Miller Park Outdoor theater, the Houston Zoo, the Hermann Park Railroad, the Japanese Garden, Marvin Taylor Trail, Houston Museum of Natural Science, and the Buddy Carruth Playground. Some of my fondest memories as a child were spent at Hermann Park.
  3. Houston Historic Districts: Explore Houston’s history by car to see of some of Houston’s most remarkable areas. A few of my favorite areas include the Houston Heights, First Montrose Common, and Old Sixth Ward. In these areas are Houston’s best art galleries and restaurants. Do your research and plan for an adventure! For details of the historic districts, visit www.houstorian.org.
  4. The Warehouse District: Shop for art while sipping wine and browsing through studios by attending an art event in the Warehouse District. Various galleries offer open houses and art exhibits to promote Houston’s local artists. The vibe is strong and the talent is fierce. So if you are looking to expand your art collection, look no further because you will find a treasured piece here. Art Crawl Houston provided a summary of the galleries in the area. For details, go to www.artcrawlhouston.com.
  5. Houston’s Bike, Hike and Jog Trails: Need a break from the concrete jungle? Escape to one of Houston’s trails for a little recreation to work out the stress: Buffalo Bayou Bike and Hike Trails, Cullen Park, George Bush Park, Memorial Park, Rice University Loop and Terry Hershey Park.

Houston Eats


One thing for sure, you won’t go hungry while visiting Houston. There are a number of great restaurants to choose from as listed on the Houston Chronicle’s Top 100 Restaurants in 2017 by Allison Cook. Here are a few of my personal favorite places in Houston to help get you started on your Houston food adventures:

Houston Events


Here are few links to see what’s happening in Houston!

Got kids? Check out the Big Kid Small City blog for kid friendly Houston activities.