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When we think of investment, our minds often go straight to stocks, real estate, or growing our financial portfolio. But true wealth isn’t just about numbers—it’s also about how we invest in ourselves, our experiences, and our community.
In this issue, we’re diving deep into the many ways you can build a more enriching, luxurious, and fulfilling life. From a paradise - like getaway to Santa Barbara to bringing key health and wellness amenities into the sanctuary of home, you will find these inspiring stories and more inside.
And let’s not forget about the joy of fanciful dining experiences right here in Htown, where indulgence meets connection—because sometimes, the best investment is simply gathering around a table with good food and even better company.
At Memorial Lifestyle, we believe that luxury isn’t just about what you have, it’s about how you live. It’s about making intentional choices that bring meaning, joy, and long-term value to your life and the lives of those around you.
So, whether you're exploring new insurance strategies, designing your idyllic outdoor space, planning your next bucket-list getaway, or discovering ways to give back to the community, this issue is designed to leave you feeling grounded, inspired, and ready to invest in what truly matters.
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Melanie Camp, Anthony and Rebecca Yanez, Nicole and Nick Jones at Discovery Green’s Gala on the Green. 4: Lucinda and Javier Loya at the Frette opening dinner held at La Griglia. 5: Harris Reed, Lauren Randle at the Nina Ricci luncheon at Tootsies. 6: Jayne Johnston, Kathy de la Mora, Amanda Boffone, Shannon Addison at the Nina Ricci luncheon. 7: Omar & Maria Alaoui at the Houston Symphony ball.
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Yellow Rose by Kendra Scott Opens Store in Houston
Yellow Rose by Kendra Scott has opened its third store in the last three months - this one in Houston's historic Heights neighborhood. Drawing inspiration from the beauty of the Texas landscape and its spirit of resiliency, Yellow Rose by Kendra Scott is a complete lifestyle brand that reimagines Western fashion through jewelry, hats, boots, bags, apparel, and accessories.
Audubon’s Birds of America Migrates Into HMNS
A new exhibition at the Houston Museum of Natural Science (HMNS) will examine the artistry and legacy of one of the world’s rarest, most coveted and biggest books. Birds of America by John James Audubon was a landmark work which achieved international renown due to the epic scale of the project and the book’s spectacular, life-sized ornithological illustrations. Audubon’s Birds of America is a touring exhibition from National Museums Scotland and will showcase 46 prints from their collection.
Original ChopShop Launches New Chop-rito Chicken Bowl and All Day Breakfast
Original ChopShop — the fast-casual eatery known for its convenient meals and feel good food — is continuing to evolve its diverse menu with the launch of the new Chop-rito Chicken Bowl and All Day Breakfast menu. The Chop-rito Chicken Bowl is ChopShop’s very own burrito bowl. This hearty, protein-packed and satisfying bowl brings just the right amount of spice and creaminess to make it the ultimate go-to meal.
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Starduster Lounge Now Open in Houston
Starduster Lounge, a new neighborhood bar combining rugged West Texas charm with the vibrant energy of Houston’s North Main Street, recently opened. Located at 3921 N Main Street, Starduster Lounge is the passion project of local entrepreneur and musician Will Thomas and bar owner Benjy Mason. Housed in a beautifully restored 1940s building that was once home to the iconic Spanish Flowers restaurant, Starduster Lounge blends the building’s rich history with a fresh new vision.
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Gin Design Group, in collaboration with AMAO Creative, incorporated Ope Amosu’s vision with artistic details throughout ChòpnBlọk.
COLLECTIVE VISION
Gin Design Group brings ChòpnBlòk’s culinary and cultural endeavors to life.
ARTICLE BY GABI DE LA ROSA PHOTOGRAPHY BY ARTURO OLMOS
ChòpnBlòk’s, the West African culinary concept by James Beard Nominee and Houston restaurateur Ope Amosu, continues its mission to make the region's cuisine an essential part of everyday dining while celebrating African culture.
ChòpnBlòk Montrose integrates elements that balance everyday African experiences with those of the African American and broader communities. In the restaurant, every detail draws from this inspiration, including the art, textiles, and architecture, creating an environment that highlights artistic expression.
Similar to the interior design elements, the Montrose location introduces Amosu's broader culinary vision through exclusive new dishes alongside ChòpnBlòk's fan favorites like the Motherland and TradBlòk Pairings. The food expands to include Nigerian culinary staples and wider West African influences.
In collaboration with AMAO Creative, Gin Design Group helped bring Amosu's interior design ideas to life. The restaurant's signature pattern is stenciled onto a statement
Shoppable ethically-sourced handmade African products on display at ChòpnBlọk.
mud-finished wall, referencing traditional African mud walls. The bar and community tables feature a pattern inspired by Aso Oke, a traditional West African woven fabric. Designed by Nigerian American textile artist Shade Akanbi for Clay Imports, these elements highlight the significance of African craftsmanship, with custom tables by Objecktfab.
"Chòpnblòck is more than a restaurant; it is a community hub, a place of education, enlightenment, and camaraderie with food at the forefront," said Gin Braverman of Gin Design Group. "My team and I dove into West African culture with the guidance of Ope and his creative director, Zainob of AMAO Creative. We connected them with design sources from our network, and they shared cultural elements
that we manifested in the interior design components. This back and forth was integral in creating and curating the final product."
Custom wallpaper by Nigerian artist Uzo Njoku is placed throughout the space, including the bookshelf wall and restroom vestibule, bringing modern African art to the forefront. Shelving behind the bar showcases ethically sourced handmade African products, curated by Houston-based shop Root To Home, while a collection of cookbooks and coffee table books by notable Black authors supplied by Kindred Stories are available for purchase.
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Honoring traditional West African Aso Oke fabric, the bar and tables showcase Shade Akanbi’s design for ClayImports, with custom Objecktfab tables.
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On pages of glossy magazines and social media websites, the work of Houston interior designer Cindy Aplanalp Ruzicka dazzles.
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Better Health & Great Design
PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF CHAIRMA DESIGN GROUP
Huge windows fill this large living room with light. Chairma Design Group brought in cushy sofas and chairs and a beautiful chandelier.
Well-appointed bars, charming pantries, beautiful kitchens and luxurious bathrooms are the stock in trade of Cindy and her team at Chairma Design Group. In recent years, her life and her work have turned toward better health.
Cindy’s work has been honored by Houston’s Best, Prism and ASID. This month, she is being honored as the Houston Design District’s newest Leader In Design.
A West Texas native, Cindy moved to Houston more than 30 years ago. She was busy raising children when she found herself in her 40s and in need of a job. She’d lived in homes, fixed them up and sold them and was good at it.
Having lived in several homes, she understood how every room in a home should live, and she knew she would be good at interior design. Her philosophy is that every home should have function, beauty, ease and purpose, but above all, they should have balance.
About two and a half years ago, Cindy met the love of her life – Dion Ruzicka –and they married 21 days after their second date. After four months of marriage, Dion became ill and was diagnosed with lymphatic leukemia. Instead of an arduous regimen of traditional medicine, they opted for a natural method of breathing exercises and cold plunge treatments. Today, leukemia shows up only slightly in his lab work.
That experience led them to open Loyly, a cold-plunge and sauna lounge where people of all ages take the plunge for better health. “This lifestyle is so good for you,” Cindy said, noting that she gave up alcohol and sugar and has lost 40 pounds.
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IF YOU EAT ONE THING
LATE AUGUST OFFERS A SUSTAINABLE, FARM-TO-TABLE MENU FEATURING FRESH, ORGANIC INGREDIENTS SOURCED FROM LUCILLE’S 1913 FARM.
Michelin-recommended restaurant Late August is rolling out a fresh lineup of lunch and dinner dishes, crafted by chef Sergio Hidalgo and chef Chris Williams. Staying true to its sustainability mission, the restaurant sources ingredients from Lucille’s 1913 farm, a non-profit focused on community food access.
Some of the new dishes hitting the menu include Gulf oysters, roasted squash, grilled eggplant, mustard greens, roasted chicken, seared market fish, and fried tomatillo.
Late August highlights fresh, organic ingredients, especially in dishes labeled "From Our Farm" on the menu. The restaurant also takes sustainability seriously by repurposing food remnants, to ensure nothing goes to waste. Lucille's Hospitality Group even brings the sustainability full circle by returning compost to Lucille’s 1913 farm and turning food scraps into shelf-stable ingredients.
If there's one must-try dish at Late August, it's the roasted squash. Featuring coconut yogurt, pomegranate, and pecan crumble, it perfectly showcases the restaurant's farm-to-table philosophy and dedication to sustainable, flavorful dining. lateaugusthtx.com
THE SQUASH
Chef Chris Williams uses acorn butternut squash and kabocha from his non-profit farm, Lucille’s 1913 Farm.
THE COCONUT YOGURT
The base of the roasted squash dish is scratch-made coconut yogurt. Williams chose coconut yogurt because its sweet tangy flavor balances out the richness of the squash.
THE MIX-INS
Along with two types of squash and a hearty helping of coconut yogurt, the dish contains turmeric garnished with herbs, ginger, cumin, bacon, spices, and pomegranate, each adding to the depth and richness of flavor.
THE PECAN CRUMBLE
Chef Williams tops the roasted squash with a savory pecan crumble to add even more texture to the dish. The pecan crumble is toasted and blended with roasted garlic, rolled oats, and fresh herbs.
Late August, Roasted Squash.
Found PARADISE
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Invest in Santa Barbara’s charm, where history, nature, and luxury meet.
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Located along California's Central Coast, Santa Barbara's reputation as a great getaway destination is due to its stunning coastal scenery, great food and wine scene, and Mediterranean-like temperatures. Nestled between the Santa Ynez Mountains and the Pacific Ocean, with a petite size of less than 22 square miles, the coastal city boasts a
Photo by Adam Ernster/Condor Express, Courtesy of Visit Santa Barbara.
larger-than-life hospitality scene, hosting more than 6.2 million visitors annually. People worldwide flock to the "American Riviera" to soak up the only-in-California vibes.
From wellness activities, whale watching, wine tasting, and shopping, we've curated the perfect itinerary for a long weekend in Santa Barbara.
DAY 1
Fly into Los Angeles International Airport or Hollywood Burbank Airport and take a quick, scenic drive to Santa Barbara. Check into the Harbor View Inn, a centrally located waterfront hotel with easy and walkable access to many of the city's main attractions. After checking in, walk across the street to Stearns Wharf, California's oldest working wood wharf. Home to several shops and restaurants, it is the perfect place to enjoy a cocktail or grab a bite. Make sure to walk to the end of the wharf for panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean and, if the timing is right, catch one of California's vibrant sunsets.
Take a short walk back to Harbor View Inn to rest and prepare for dinner. Fresh seafood is on nearly every menu in Santa Barbara, and Bluewater Grill, a restaurant committed to serving sustainably caught seafood, is a quick walk from the hotel, making it a delicious option for dinner.
DAY 2
Wake up early to miss the crowds at Jeannine's at the Shore, next door to the hotel. A local favorite, the indoor/outdoor cafe serves up hearty breakfast offerings to fuel up for the day on the water.
Mid-February through mid-May, Santa Barbara is an excellent place to get up close to the largest mammals on earth. The city was named a Whale Heritage Area in 2023, making it one of only two in the nation to receive this distinction because of its dedication to fostering appreciation of whales and positively impacting whale conservation. Make a reservation at any whale watching outfitters in the area and be prepared to be amazed at the diverse wildlife living nearby.
Dolphin in the Santa Barbara Channel. Photo by Adam Ernster Condor Express
Stearns Wharf. Photo by Jay Sinclair, Courtesy of Visit Santa Barbara
The Rock Garden. Photo by Elliot Hawkey, Courtesy of Visit Santa Barbara
Photo courtesy of Visit Santa Barbara.
After a morning of whale watching, keep the maritime mood going with lunch at The Oyster Bar at Moby Dick on Stearns Wharf and then pop into the Sea Center to get hands-on with sea animals in their touch tanks, and learn more about life in the Pacific Ocean. If time is left, visit the Santa Barbara Maritime Museum, offering interactive exhibits detailing the area's coastal history.
As the evening approaches, head back to Harbor View Inn for much-needed relaxation before dinner at Michelin Guide-recommended restaurant, The Lark, where chef Jason Paluska pays homage to seasonal ingredients from California's Central Coast.
DAY 3
After a busy two days, sleep in before enjoying a hearty meal at Helena Avenue Bakery or Shoreline Cafe, each known for its coffee and breakfast options. Discover more of Santa Barbara
with a guided Trolley Tour, offering a comprehensive journey through the city's rich history and iconic landmarks.
Spend a few hours exploring Old Mission Santa Barbara, often referred to as the "Queen of the Missions." Established in 1786, this historic site provides insight into the lives of Spanish settlers and Chumash Indians during the 18th and 19th centuries.
After touring the mission, stop for lunch before heading to State Street, a pedestrian-friendly area known for its diverse shopping options and exclusive California brands.
A visit to Salt Santa Barbara offers a chance to relax in North America's largest Himalayan salt cave, where a 45-minute session offers a rejuvenating break.
To end the day on a high note, explore Santa Barbara's Urban Wine Trail, featuring more than 20 wineries within walking distance, primarily located in the Funk Zone and Presidio neighborhoods.
Cabrillo Blvd at sunset. Photo by JessyLynn Perkins, Courtesy of Visit Santa Barbara
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A Jetsetter's Best Bags
Invest in the right bags to simplify packing and maximize style.
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Keep your tan flawless all night with Tan Fan, a portable sleep sack designed to protect your skin and sheets. This travel-friendly essential prevents your fake tan from smudging while keeping your bedding stain-free. Compact and lightweight, it's the perfect companion for maintaining a fresh, even glow—whether you're at home or on the go. tanfanco.com
Designed with both style and functionality in mind, INO Design's chic totes and pouches are perfect for carrying your essentials on a spring or summer getaway. Whether you need a sleek carryall for day trips or a compact pouch for your beauty must-haves, these travel-friendly accessories ensure you stay organized in style. inodesign.com
Embrace adventure with this backpack that features a large main compartment, multiple pockets, and a laptop sleeve. The padded and curved shoulder straps ensure comfortable wear, turning your daily commute, travels, or adventures into a pleasant experience. Aruna Project is a premium athleisure bag and accessories brand creating lifelong freedom for survivors of human trafficking through employment supported by holistic care. arunaproject.com
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Designed specifically for the function-focused minimalist, the Nomatic Navigator RS Sling 1L is your every day, everywhere companion. Built with a lightweight yet durable and water-resistant material. Featuring quick access to your daily essentials via a main compartment with three elastic mesh pockets, the RS 1L can expand to three liters and be carried as a sling or on your waist while on the move. nomatic.com
The new and improved HydroHobo by WanderFull is a versatile bag with an interior water bottle holder, making it perfect for travel and everyday use. It includes a convenient outer pocket with a magnetic closure, ideal for storing easy-access items. The neoprene sleeve inside the bag accommodates bottles up to 3.5 inches in diameter and protects your belongings from spills of water, coffee, or soda. wanderfullbrand.com
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HOUSTON BRAND CAMP ASPEN EXPANDS COAST-TO-COAST WITH EXCLUSIVE ACTIVATIONS.
Camp Aspen, a Houston-based apparel line known for its casual, comfortable loungewear, is making a splash with new initiatives on both coasts. The brand recently debuted at Atlas, a retail incubator for emerging labels in Los Angeles. Remaining at Atlas through July, Camp Aspen will showcase its latest collection of raglan crewnecks and sweatshirt sets, available in lavender haze, midnight blue, and cherry red.
Founder Patrick Ryan said, "Our newest collection is inspired by the quintessential Aspen experience—luxurious yet laid-back." Across the country, the brand debuted at New York Fashion Week, and Ryan anticipates expanding Camp Aspen's reach across the U.S. in the coming year. Camp Aspen is also available online. campaspen.com
Camp Aspen, an elevated loungewear brand, recently debuted in bicoastal activations in Los Angeles and New York.
DESIGN THE ULTIMATE OUTDOOR OASIS
ARTICLE BY ALLYSON STRACZEK
PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF STRONG LANDSCAPING
TIPS TO INVEST IN A HOME'S OUTDOOR SPACES THAT CREATE BEAUTY, MEMORIES, AND PROPERTY VALUES.
A perfect way to expand a home is to create beautiful and functional outdoor spaces for rest, relaxation, and gatherings. In the long term, effective landscaping can increase property value by adding curb appeal, outdoor living space, and privacy regardless of the size or shape of the home.
We sat down with Thomas Strong of Strong Landscaping, a local Houston premier boutique that offers a full spectrum of professional landscape design, installation, and continuing maintenance services, to discover four ways every homeowner can extend their home beyond the four walls and into the outdoors to invest in property and personal well-being.
Strong Landscaping is dedicated to creating beautiful outdoor spaces for homes, gardens, and commercial properties.
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MATCH YOUR MAINTENANCE GOALS
DESIGN OUTDOOR SPACES WITH PURPOSE & FUNCTIONALITY
In addition to wanting a beautiful design, it's critical to think beyond the aesthetics and consider a homeowner's stage of life. After looking at the available space, define dining, lounging, and recreation zones for the outside areas. Good landscape design uses pathways, seating nooks, and shade structures to enhance flow that meets a homeowner's needs and creates an outdoor environment that caters to a chosen lifestyle.
Most homeowners are looking for stunning landscapes that are easy to care for, so choosing plants that complement a lifestyle is important. A lush garden oasis is quite beautiful but requires significant upkeep. Incorporating planters or small sections of seasonal flowers keep the yard fresh and eliminate the need for larger, high-maintenance landscaping beds. And with the Houston weather, it's important to consider using plants that can survive the hot summers and unpredictable winters.
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INVEST IN HARDSCAPING FOR DURABILITY
Patios, walkways, and outdoor kitchens improve functionality and longevity. Consider natural stone, pavers, or gravel for an easy-tomaintain foundation. Architectural features such as fire pits, pergolas, and water designs are perfect for adding ambiance outdoors and creating spaces of beauty and gathering.
OPTIMIZE WATERING SCHEDULES
To reduce water waste and promote sustainable gardening practices, adjust watering schedules based on weather forecasts to ensure plants get the right amount of water and reduce water bills. For tech-savvy gardeners, irrigation-focused apps can help monitor and adjust irrigation settings from your phone.
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A SELECTION OF UPCOMING LOCAL EVENTS
APRIL 4TH
Houston Symphony - Showstoppers
Jones Hall for the Performing Arts | 7:30 PM
Celebrate the greatest female icons of the Great White Way with this stunning evening of classics old and new led by Broadway star Mandy Gonzalez (Hamilton)! Bringing the sounds of showstopping songs from the most powerful female roles in the biggest musicals, you'll be treated to toe-tapping tunes from In the Heights all the way to Hamilton and beyond.
APRIL 4TH
An Evening with Sutton Foster
Sarofim Hall | 8:00 PM
Spend an evening with Broadway darling Sutton Foster as she performs some of Broadway's biggest hits, some of her own original music and delightful conversation in the unique and inspiring event. A two-time Tony winner, Sutton Foster's enviable vocals, dancing and irrepressible stage presence has seen her headline some of Broadway's biggest shows.
APRIL 5TH
FoodieLand Night Market
NRG Park | 6:00 PM
FoodieLand is an outdoor family-friendly multicultural food festival, Faturing over 185+ vendors for food, shopping, live music, and games.
APRIL 12TH
Tacos & Tequila Festival
Sam Houston Race Park | 3:00 PM
Tacos and Tequila Festival is coming to Sam Houston Race Track on April 12th. Enjoy food from the area’s best taco chefs, a queso & salsa competition, lucha libre wrestling, and the famous Chihuahua Beauty Pageant.
APRIL 12TH
Tiffany Haddish: The Funny and Fearless Tour
Heights Theater | 6:00 PM
Emmy & Grammy award winner Tiffany Haddish has established herself as one of the most sought-after comedic actresses. Haddish can most recently be seen reprising her role as Detective Danner in the second season The Afterparty, in Disney’s Haunted Mansion, MGM’s Landscape With Invisible Hand, an adaption of MT Anderson’s futuristic sci-fi novel, and Back on the Strip.
APRIL 18TH
The Mavericks
Smart Financial Center | 8:00 PM
Get ready to swing to the Rockabilly, Tex Mex and Neotraditional Country styling of one of the most original and eclectic bands of the last quarter century - The Mavericks! The Grammy Award-winning innovators fuse their Latino roots with a vintage Country flair that culminates in a sound so diverse yet so distinctively theirs.
APRIL 23RD
Kendrick Lamar and SZA
NRG Stadium | 7:00 PM
East Coast rapper Kendrick Lamar will be teaming up with RnB songstress SZA for the Grand National Tour. With Kendricks's recent Drake diss-track 'Not Like Us' taking over the rap world this year, and the unexpected release of his new album 'GNX' giving him new material to take on the road - this is a tour with two musicians at the top of their game.
APRIL 23RD
Santana
Smart Financial Centre at Sugar Land | 8:00 PM
Commonly recognized as one of the world's greatest guitarists, Carlos Santana has enjoyed an extraordinary career spanning more than fifty years. This spring, the "Black Magic Woman" guitar wizard will hit the road on the 'Oneness Tour.' Fans can look forward to timeless hits, fan favorites, and an unforgettable night.
APRIL 25TH
Houston SymphonyCirque Rocks
Jones Hall for the Performing Arts | 7:30 PM
Spectacular cirque artists from aerialists, and strongmen, to contortionists and beyond will perform daredevil stunts as a full orchestra and a powerhouse group of singers perform all your favorite classic rock and pop hits. A high-octane, blood-pumping night that has to be seen to be believed.
HELPFUL HOME Protection Strategies
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WHAT INSURANCE POLICIES ARE ESSENTIAL FOR HOME PROTECTION?
Crucial policies include home, umbrella, flood and windstorm insurance.
WHAT MISTAKES DO HOMEOWNERS MAKE WITH INSURANCE?
Focusing on price only. While price is important, the quality of coverage is equally as important. If a claim is necessary, the most significant financial protection is required.
HOW CAN HOMEOWNERS BALANCE COST WITH COVERAGE?
Take advantage of all available discounts and keep a home up to date with the necessary modifications. By shopping policies annually, homeowners get the best possible rate and coverage. This practice prevents overpaying, overinsuring, or even underinsuring assets.
IS PERSONAL LIABILITY COVERAGE ESSENTIAL?
Yes. I recommend maxing out liability limits as the difference between the lowest and highest levels of protection offers very little change in premium.
WHEN SHOULD POLICIES BE UPDATED?
Evaluate policies with every personal life change, such as a new home or car, marital or child status change, and employment transition. Revisit policies during home modifications such as roofing, wiring, or plumbing.
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