Michael Symon’s Smoked Prime Rib Recipe from “Playing With Fire”
Art, Living, & Design April 10, 2018
A few years ago, I dined at Michael Symon’s Roast in Detroit. I had Filet Mignon with a side of Brussels Sprouts and Walnuts. The meal was exquisite. Symon is a culinary genius when it comes to preparing meat (he’s pretty good at brussels sprouts too). Symon takes meat... Read more
10 Reasons to Explore Jacksonville’s African American Heritage Trail
Art, Living, & Design March 15, 2018
I lived in Jacksonville, FL in the late nineties. I must admit that it wasn’t my first choice of locations. However, I knew it had to be better than the place I was living – Brunswick, GA. To my surprise, Jacksonville turned out to be a nice place to... Read more
Houston’s Food Culture on Display at 16th Annual Houston Press Menu of Menus Extravaganza
Art, Living, & Design March 2, 2018
Last year, the Houston Astros won the World Series. This was a great accomplishment for the team and a huge boost for the city after Hurricane Harvey. But baseball isn’t the only thing our city does well. We are also a world-class food town. Houston’s innovative food culture was... Read more
National Portrait Gallery Unveils Portraits of Former President Barack Obama and Mrs. Michelle Obama
Art, Living, & Design February 12, 2018
The Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery unveiled its commissioned portraits of former President Barack Obama and First Lady Mrs. Michelle Obama by artists Kehinde Wiley and Amy Sherald, respectively. The artworks were revealed in a private ceremony in the museum’s Robert and Arlene Kogod Courtyard as part of the Portrait Gallery’s... Read more
The Art & Soul of Creativity: Lloyd Gite, Owner of The Gite Gallery
Art, Living, & Design January 23, 2018
The Art & Soul of Creativity is a regular video series that profiles creative, interesting people around the world. Watch more episodes on YouTube. Lloyd Gite has always been fascinated by Africa. This fascination led him to open The Gite Gallery, a commercial art gallery in Houston, TX, that... Read more
I have been a John Legend fan ever since I first heard his debut single, “Ordinary People,” from his album Get Lifted. The song was a poignant, raw, and earnest reflection on relationships. Since then, Legend has made many more great songs, won numerous awards (Grammy, Golden Globe, and Oscar),... Read more
Best Bets for Burgers at Applebee’s
Art, Living, & Design December 20, 2017
This post is sponsored by Applebee’s. All opinions are my own. My sons and I like to explore Houston and try different things. One day, we scheduled several exciting activities – archery, slot car racing, and an art festival. Needless to say, we were famished by the end of... Read more
This post is sponsored by Applebee’s. All opinions are my own. The holiday season can be hectic and stressful. Sometimes you need to take a break to recollect yourself and relax before jumping back into your holiday planning and shopping. After a day of buying gifts for my family,... Read more
Mocha Man Style’s Holiday Gift Guide 2017
Art, Living, & Design November 27, 2017
Shopping for the men in your life can be a bit difficult. You want to get something a little more thoughtful than a gift card, but there are only so many ties you can buy in a lifetime. The editors at Mocha Man Style want to your holiday shopping... Read more
Free Meals for Veterans and Active Duty Military Personnel at Applebee’s on Veterans Day
Art, Living, & Design November 7, 2017
This post is sponsored by Applebee’s. All opinions are my own. It’s always nice when a company does something to honor our the men and women who serve our country in the military. On Veterans Day, Saturday, November 11, 2017, Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar will honor America’s veterans and active-duty... Read more