Globetrotting: Homecoming

By Alisa Honeymooning has traditionally been a time for newly wedded couples to take time to “get to know each other” by leaving and going away to some secluded place. With this June wedding edition, we share some trending honeymoon ideas that are not so traditional at all. For couples who want to save...

Lalaj Family’s ALS Heroes

Hosts Inaugural MasterMind Summit in Sugar Land Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease, is one of the most devastating diseases known to man. The median life span is two to five years from diagnosis. ALS is characterized by the loss of motor neuron function leading to the...

Go Big on Brunch

Building out a full menu to please your brunch guests with simple, tasty recipes can help create a fun, flavorful atmosphere when it’s time for a morning bite. By making a variety of dishes to accommodate an array of personal tastes, you can give friends and family the flavors they desire. With choices...

Give Mom the World this Mother’s Day

This Mother’s Day, you can honor the women in your life while also supporting mothers around the world. Because healthy, empowered moms can give their children the best start possible, United National Children’s Fund (UNICEF) works to support mothers by providing vital neonatal care and ensuring they...

Walla Walla Valley

The Most Exciting, Little-Known Viticulture Area in the U.S. On the 45-minute flight from Seattle to Walla Walla in far southeastern Washington, the incredible forest-filled mountains off to the left slowly merge into the recently harvested, expansive wheat fields to the Walla Walla area. Almost totally...

Gingerbread Kids Academy: Quality Environment For Early Childhood Education

COVER STORY | By M.G. Angulo Photos by | Alisa Murray Photography – When Christine Huff first set eyes on the Gingerbread Kids Academy in Richmond, her interest was immediately piqued. She and her husband had recently welcomed their baby girl Bella into the world, but with both of them being working...

Easter Egg Design Ideas and Tips From the Novogratz’s

Known for their eclectic and daring design pairings, it’s no surprise Cortney and Robert Novogratz, HGTV design stars and parents of seven kids, are brightening up the classic tradition of Easter egg decorating with their trademark flair. Decorating Easter eggs is easy. Simply hard-boil some eggs, grab the...

One of the Great Pioneers in Napa Valley

Prohibition shut down the California wine industry except for a paucity of wineries that remained open producing sacramental wines, which were allowed.  Not being a wine-drinking nation at the end of Prohibition, 1933, it was not until 1966 that Robert Mondavi opened the first new winery in Napa...

Fort Bend PAWS Pets Are Worth Saving

Photos by Joey Belleza. Fort Bend PAWS (Pets Are Worth Saving) hosted a successful inaugural event on February 15th at Safari Texas. The event raised awareness for animal shelters, highlighting Fort Bend County Animal Services’ (FBCAS) goal of maintaining a “no kill” status. Guests participated in a...

Globetrotting: Across Texas

TRAVEL by Alisa – With summer looming over our heads and the promise of hot balmy nights, it’s time to take a look at the Top Texas Reader’s Choice winners. I know that the allure of leaving the country and heading off to explore new lands does seem appealing; however, a stay closer to home in the Lone...

Luxury Defined: Sandals Barbados Luxury Included Resort & Spa

The 2019 Islands’ All-Inclusive Award results are in and leading in the category of best room is the Sandals Royal Barbados’ Skypool Butler Suite – both the Editors’ Choice and Readers’ Choice winner. The Sandals brands all boast exceptional service, including a private butler to create any...

Duckhorn Portfolio: The Best of the Best

Oenophile | By Denman Moody – In 1976, Margaret and Dan Duckhorn, along with a few investors, started Duckhorn Vineyards, with the first production in 1978 being 800 cases of Merlot and 800 cases of Cabernet Sauvignon. Over the years until 2007, they not only vastly improved the quality and quantity of...

World-Class American Wineries: Jordan Winery

By Denman Moody- While I was travel aide to Lloyd Bentsen in 1970 – and later his executive assistant in Washington – Tom Jordan, who is just a smidgen older than I, was already a mega-successful oil man in Denver with the idea of purchasing a great Bordeaux chateau.  A taste of the 1968 Beaulieu...

Living the Sweet Life: Change is Hard

Let it be known that I do not like change! Let me remind you that I have worn the same wig since 1994 when I found it in Dallas. I fell in love with the ease of snapping it on my head and looking perfectly ready for anything. It also reminded me of my mother, who was killed when I was eight in an auto-train...

Globetrotting: Romantic Getaway

Secrets Maroma Beach Riviera Cancun – TRAVEL by Alisa – If you are looking for a fantastic couples get away, look no further than Secrets Maroma located in the beautiful and serene waters in Mexico’s Riviera Cancun. I have personally stayed at this resort three times and love it! The resort...