You Will Fall in Love with Loudoun County, Virginia
Art, Living, & DesignTravel September 28, 2014
Keurig 2.0 is the Latest Evolution of Coffee Technology
Art, Living, & DesignEntertainment & Sports September 14, 2014
I like to drink coffee. Lots of it. During the work week, it gets the morning off to a good start. In my downtime, I enjoy my joe in a more leisurely manner. I drink it with breakfast or I will often pair my coffee with a nice cigar on... Read more
The Kinsey Collection at The Houston Museum of American American Culture
ArtArt, Living, & Design September 2, 2014
I first learned about The Kinsey Collection last year when Wells Fargo invited me to participate in a project called “Untold Stories: Our Inspired History.” The project inspired by The Kinsey Collection allowed me to share my family’s stories with a larger audience and encourage others to do the... Read more
50 Most Popular International Travel Destinations for Americans
Art, Living, & DesignTravel August 23, 2014
Americans like to think of ourselves as explorers. Our quest for adventure and new experiences rivals the voyages of the Starship Enterprise. We want to boldly go where no one has gone before. However, insights from the Hotel Price Index (HPI) seem to prove otherwise. While it is true that... Read more
El Pollo Loco Offers a Taste of Mexican-Style Cuisine
Art, Living, & DesignMocha Man Style August 21, 2014
A couple of years ago, I visited Ciudad del Carmen in Mexico. It’s a charming, small town that has managed to avoid the touristy excesses of its sister cities on the Yucatan peninsula. I met my friend, Carlos, who plays in a rock band, at the tiny airport and... Read more
Columbia Crest Turns Wine Drinkers Into Winemakers with Crowdsourced Cabernet
Art, Living, & Design August 7, 2014
My home state of Texas has several vineyards, and I often visit the wineries with my friends to sample the local wine varieties. After a few trips, however, I realized that my friends weren’t so keen on my tagging along. I’m the guy who asks all of the questions on the wine making... Read more
Father’s Day is quickly approaching and you still have time to get dad a great gift. Don’t wait until the last minute and grab a tube of lip balm at the drug store. Dad does not need any more lip balm. He has plenty. Instead, take some time and think... Read more
Top Chefs’ Favorite Restaurants
Art, Living, & Design June 2, 2014
I like food. As a consequence, I spend much time visiting different restaurants. When I’m at home, I’m either cooking or bingeing on Food Network shows. As I’m watching my favorite chefs prepare delicious meals, I often wonder where they like to go out to eat (other than their own establishments, of course). I’m... Read more