Rock star and Texas native Meat Loaf of Bat Out of Hell fame dies

Culturemap Houston Entertainment 1/21 4:10A Teresa Gubbins

Rock star Meat Loaf, a native of Dallas known for his theatrical style and hits such as "Paradise By the Dashboard Light," died on January 20. According to a statement on his Facebook page, the singer...

#FoodieFriday: Five Reasons to Eat at Houston’s Newest Pan-Latin Steakhouse, Toro Toro

Texas Lifestyle Magazine 1/20 8:00P Julie T

A new steakhouse has opened in downtown Houston s Four Seasons Hotel, and it is everything you would expect when two top-tier brands unite.  Toro Toro Houston is an upscale Pan-Latin steakhouse from...

Young super-soloists compete in annual Houston Grand Opera showcase

Culturemap Houston Arts 1/20 10:46A Steven Devadanam

Fans of opera and local talent will no doubt delight in Houston Grand Opera's Concert of the Arias, which presents its 34th annual showcase on Friday, January 21. Known as the Eleanor McCollum...

Texas doctor dives into Shark Tank with device that stops hiccups

Culturemap Houston Entertainment 1/20 6:44A Chantal Rice

Humans are weird. Take, as a perfect example, the phenomenon of hiccups -- the sudden and involuntary spasm of the diaphragm muscle between regular breaths. All humans experience them, and so do other...

Here are the top 14 things to do in Houston this weekend

Culturemap Houston Entertainment 1/20 12:00A Craig D. Lindsey

This weekend brings a host of artful events for those so inclined. Look for an exhibition opening centering on an epic war movie, a showcase of young artists, and a merging of wellness and art....

Acclaimed Aspen art gallery blooms with new Upper Kirby studio

Culturemap Houston Arts 1/19 9:48A Steven Devadanam

Houstonians who frequently travel to Aspen, Colorado will no doubt be familiar with Christopher Martin. The celebrated painter and gallerist boasts a popular presence in Aspen and Dallas's Design...

Houston arts nonprofit unveils pop-up auction in lieu of annual gala

Culturemap Houston Arts 1/18 9:00A Steven Devadanam

According to figures by locals who study this sort of thing, galas account for some 15 to 20 percent of Houston nonprofits' revenue. So it's understandable that groups having to pivot during COVID are...

Texas beekeeper generates major buzz with new PBS reality show

Culturemap Houston Entertainment 1/17 9:00A John Egan

A Texas beekeeper is about to generate some national buzz. Charlie Bee Company, a reality TV show starring New Braunfels beekeeper and bee removal specialist Charlie Agar, is set to air nationwide on...

Tiny box 'galleries' in Heights and Montrose bring big art to Houston

Culturemap Houston Arts 1/17 5:00A Holly Beretto

The cool thing about public art is that when people happen upon it, it can feel like the day gets a lift. Think driving down Allen Parkway and catching a glimpse of the giant Henry Moore sculpture in...

Reboot of Scream rehashes same old story to desired effect

Culturemap Houston Entertainment 1/14 9:00A Alex Bentley

When the original Scream came out in 1996, it was a blast of fresh air in the horror genre with its self-referential style that still managed to contain some genuine thrills. Its subsequent sequels...

#FoodieFriday: Fresh Italian Fare in the Heart of German Country

Texas Lifestyle Magazine 1/13 8:30P Julie T

Don’t let the German accents of New Braunfels fool you:  You can find fantastic Italian fare, and flair, with a side of the Texas Hill Country burg’s legendary laid-back hospitality at 188 South. With...

Buffalo Bayou's popular canoe + kayak race returns for 50th year

Culturemap Houston Entertainment 1/13 7:55A Steven Devadanam

Attention kayakers, canoers, and enthusiasts: Texas' largest canoe and kayak race is back and celebrating its 50th birthday. The Buffalo Bayou Partnership Regatta returns on Saturday, March 5 from...

Here are the top 14 things to do in Houston this weekend

Culturemap Houston Entertainment 1/13 12:00A Craig D. Lindsey

This weekend sees a diverse array of events for your pleasure. Look for some Harry Potter-themed fun, a Betty White-themed party -- and ye-yeah! -- Lil' John in town. Speaking of visiting celebs, Jake...

Social media superstars Jake Paul and Logan Paul headed to Houston

Culturemap Houston Entertainment 1/12 8:31A Steven Devadanam

Very few social media stars shine brighter -- for better or worse -- than Jake Paul and his brother Logan. Are they stars? Boxers? Are they both? Houstonians can ponder these questions, and maybe even...

Sex Appeal looks for actual chemistry in teen sex comedy genre

Culturemap Houston Entertainment 1/12 6:35A Alex Bentley

While the genre of teen sex comedies has been around since the 1980s, making the characters in those films actually respect themselves and the objects of their lust affection is a relatively new...