The Scout Guide Houston, Volume 7

HOUSTON TEXAS

KATHRYN HINNANT Editor Owner

Photo courtesy of : Lucie Easterwood

USTON

Friends, It’s been a long time coming, but I want to officially welcome you to my Houston. I am so thrilled you’re here and get to experience what I feel is the best city through my eyes, experiences, and love. Houston is a bustling city with a lot to offer and is more than meets the eye. I want to take you on a journey of history, knowledge. and the people who make Houston what it is. I hope you enjoy this fresh and vibrant celebration of the city.

The adventure goes on,

KATHRYN

HOUSTON.THESCOUTGUIDE.COM

@TSGhouston The Scout Guide Houston

LEAH BURKE Owner

JANET BURKE Owner

Amy & Brett Moody Owners

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CAROLINE BEAN Real Estate® Broker Associate

Photo courtesy of : Kristen Kilpatrick

e Curated Cellar o ers curated wine subscriptions, wine concierge services, wine experiences, and education.

832.266.9788

info@thecuratedcellarclub.com thecuratedcellarclub.com

i@curatedcellar

Sandy Kalteyer Owner

Photo courtesy of : Rachel Alyse Manning

Tami Owen

Brelan Owen Pearson

Specializing in complex conditions, our multidisciplinary team of experts uncovers the true source of any health issue and illuminates the most effective path to optimal wellness. Our state-of-the-art medical facilities and luxurious accommodations ensure that we deliver an exceptional experience during your time with us, allowing you to heal in discreet comfort.

Concierge Diagnostics and Treatment

Integrative Mental Health, Medical, and Substance Use Disorder Programs for Adults and Adolescents

Dr. James S. Flowers, Ph.D., LPC-S, CSAT Founder, President

Robbin Mooney, CRS Co-Founder, Executive Vice President

Photos courtesy of : Madison Avery Somerville

Michael Beard Partner, Chief Executive Officer

109 North Post Oak Lane Suite 500 Houston, Texas 77024 713.979.9989

jflowershealth.com

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l J. Flowers Health

A clear diagnosis is the key to the most effective treatment possible.

Houston’s Essential

Armandos

Bludorn

Brennan’s

Carrabba’s - The Original on Voss

Christie’s Seafood & Steaks

Cleburne Cafeteria

Crawfish & Noodles

Damian’s

El Tiempo Cantina

Giacomo’s Cibo e Vino

Hugo’s

Rainbow Lodge

Taste of Texas

The Annie Café & Bar

The Gypsy Poet

The Original Ninfa’s

The Palm

Brunch-Time

a’Bouzv

Avalon Diner

Bebidas

Brasserie 19

Brennan’s of Houston

Indianola

Lucille’s

The Breakfast Klub

The Grove

Toulouse

Can’t-Be-Missed

Da Gama Canteen

Georgia James

Le Colonial

Lulu’s

MARCH

Ostia

Pondicheri

Riel

Saigon Hustle

State of Grace

The Blind Goat

The Warwick

Co ee Fix

Agora

Bluestone Lane

Boomtown Co ee

Campesino Co ee House

Catalina Co ee

DUO Co ee & Pilates

Luce Co ee Roasters

Summer Moon

The Co ee House at West End

Wild

Family-Friendly

Bumpy Pickle

CRISP

El Patio

Good Dog Houston

Hobbit Café

Kenny & Ziggy’s

Lankford’s Grocery & Market

Little Matt’s

Local Table

Mia’s Table

Niko Niko’s

Pappa’s Burger

POST Market

Samurai

Saint Arnold Brewery Company

Sweet Treats

Dessert Gallery

Fat Cat Creamery

House of Pies

milk + sugar

Moeller’s Bakerv

The Paleta Bar

Van Leeuwen Ice Cream

Winfield’s Chocolate Bar

YumCha

Sips & Brews

13 celsius

8th Wonder Brewery

Anvil

Axelrad

Bad Astronaut Brewing Company

Captain Foxheart’s Bad News Bar

Bavou Heights Biergarten

Heights Bier Garten

Karbach Brewing Company

Miss Carousel

Mo’ Better Brews

Refuge

Date Night

BC Taste and Tradition

Cidercade

Hillstone

Kata Robata

Montrose Cheese & Wine

Muse

Nancy’s Hustle

Nobie’s

Rosie Cannonball

Shell Shack

Squable

Theodore Rex

JOEY Uptown

Turner’s Uchi

Editor’s Picks

Brennan’s – Best Brunch by popular demand – Best Neighborhood Watering Hole

Cabo Bob’s – Best Burrito

Chapultepec Lupita – Best Late-Night Enchiladas

Christie’s Seafood & Steaks – Best Seafood

Cleburne Cafeteria – Best Classic Cafeteria

Gen Korean BBQ – Best Cook-Your-Own-Food Fun!

JINYA Ramen Bar – Best Ramen

Jonathan’s the Rub – Best Americana

Kenny & Ziggy’s – Best New York-Style Deli

Le Colonial – Best Fusion (Vietnamese & French)

Light Years Wine – Best Local Wine

Lulu’s – Best Italian

Moller’s Bakery – Best Meaningful Desserts

Nielsen’s Delicatessen – Best Potato Salad

Ragin’ Cajun – Best NOLA Cuisine

Samurai – Best Hibachi

Southern Yankee Cra house – Best Bar Atmosphere

State of Grace – Best Flavor Profiles & Creative Concepts

Taste of Mulan – Best Dim Sum

Taste of Texas – Best Steak & Salad Bar

Texadelphia – Best Philly Cheesesteak

The Burger Shack – Best Burgers

The Original Marini’s Empanada House – Best Empanadas

The Original Ninfa’s – Best Mexican

Wild – Best Drinks (Cocktails & Co ee)

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Kind Collective is a boutique located in the Houston Heights neighborhood that offers a curated selection for a one-of-a-kind life. Kind Collective is owned by Heights locals Rachel Levine, Sally Dilick, and Kelly Figueroa.

courtesy of : Savannah Knight & Gentry Faith Wilson

Set in the heart of the Theater District, the C. Baldwin Hotel is an urban retreat steps away from the city’s top experiences like the Houston Symphony, Alley Theatre, and Bu alo Bayou Park. Inspired by the “mother of Houston,” Charlotte Baldwin, C. Baldwin pays homage to the city’s feminine roots through design, food, and amenities and is nicely positioned to explore the present-day city while learning of its past.

400 Dallas Street

Houston, Texas 77002 713.759.0202

cbaldwinhotel.com

i@cbaldwinhotel

i@rosalietx

STAY IN THE KNOW

FOLLOW KATHRYN FOR AN INSIDER’S VIEW ON WHERE TO GO , WHAT TO DO , AND WHAT NOT TO MISS IN HOUSTON.

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Photos courtesy of: Rachel Manning & Analicia Hermann

Equinox Counseling & Wellness Center’s intensive outpatient treatment programs are designed to help our patients learn to function and to find meaning and purpose in their lives. The journey to wellness includes a safe, healing, and compassionate treatment experience for our patients and their families.

Families that learn, grow, and change together, heal together.

INTENSIVE TREATMENT PROGRAM

AGES 10–13 • 14–17

Our comprehensive treatment approach for youth combines the best elements of residential treatment and wilderness therapy, stopping the cycle of family distress and the need for outof-home placement.

K2 YOUNG ADULT DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM

AGES 18–28

Through six core competency areas, our program helps patients who lack purpose and motivation make the successful transition from adolescence to healthy young adulthood.

TRANSITION AND AFTERCARE

AGES 10–28

With a focus on purpose, planning and preparation, our treatment program is designed to help families reintegrate and reinforce the gains made in out-of-home placement.

Photos courtesy of: Giovanni Logrono & Richard Leroy

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Mavis E. Hicks Founder & CEO

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Steffie Tomson Founder & CEO

Amy Chenevert Founder & Owner

EFFICIENT MOTIVATION SYNERGY

Concierge & Studio

8562 Katy Freeway · Suite 120 Houston, Texas 77024

832.810.2380

emsmotion.com

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4 hours of conventional training in 25 minutes 300 muscles simultaneously stimulated · Increases endurance, muscle mass & strength · Increases fat loss & stimulates the metabolism · Cellulite reduction · Redraw and lifts the glutes · 100% low impact · FDA approved

Natalie Hussion Owner & Trainer

KEELY ELWOOD STORE MANAGER

bvg@thebigvibegroup.com

thebigvibegroup.com

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BOUTIQUE BOULEVARD

9055 GAYLORD DRIVE · HOUSTON. TX 77024

Danette Sche er Melange Eye Candy

Jenn Tucker

Milla & Ella

Debbie Guinn Guinn Art & Design

Lisa Olsson COCONOLA

Kelly Laudadio Ringmaster

Asher Laudadio Tiny Taste-Tester

Photos courtesy of : Becki Smith, Smith House Photography

A LOCAL ADVERTISING EXPERIENCE

UNLIKE ANY OTHER.

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LRFA represents a dynamic roster of established and mid-career contemporary artists working in a variety of media, many of whom have been acquired into world-renowned private, corporate, and museum collections.

As a leading source for contemporary art in Texas, LRFA works closely with private and public collectors to provide art advisory and consultation services. Channeling our many years of combined experience in the field, we assist each client in developing a collecting program that is specially tailored to meet their needs. We aim to pair our clients with dynamic works of art that not only speak directly to their goals as collectors, but also fit seamlessly into each appointed space in terms of both scale and overall design.

Houston Gallery Row · 2707 Colquitt Street · Houston, TX 77098 River Oaks District · 4444 Westheimer Road · Suite 120D · Houston, TX 77027 713.527.7700 · laura@laurarathe.com · laurarathe.com

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Women and Children’s Online Boutique Inspired by Classic Style With a Touch of European Charm

Hope Nelson Founder

Katie Monsen Founder & Owner

sondra williamson owner & embroidery specialist

Photo courtesy of : Claudia Casbarian for Julie Soefer Photography

Texas barbeque (or barbecue) is known for its smoky, savory flavors, and nothing exemplifies that more than Texas-style brisket, typically defined by a dense salty bark and heavy black pepper. There are many different styles of barbeque in Texas, from the South Texas-style that uses mesquite wood, to Central Texas, which uses primarily post oak wood, to East Texas, where the barbeque is mainly cooked with pecan wood. But what really defines most Texas-style barbeque is the lack of sauce or wet ingredients. Texas-style barbeque predominately is made with dry rubs and rarely sauced (with the exception of pork ribs, which many pitmasters choose to glaze with a light, sweet sauce).

Photos courtesy of: Julie Soefer, Ally Hardgrave, Robert Jacob Lerma, and Sean Rainer

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Rachelle Richardson Owner

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Ruth Carruthers Principal

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CELINA VILLARREAL DE MARTINEZ FOUNDER

GAME ON!

Experience the magic of togetherness with our all-in-one game night kits. Designed to create a feeling of collective effervescence, these kits are perfect for playing cards with friends and family. Each kit features original artwork and includes a deck of cards, instructions, a score pad, a pencil, and a game night recipe, all packaged in a handmade zippered canvas pouch. These compact and gift-worthy pouches ensure that you're always ready to play, making them a fantastic present for loved ones.

ONZE 1 HEARTS 2 RUMMY 3 SPADES 4 GIN 1 GO FISH

Wendy Berthiaume & Stephen Ragle Owners

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Photos courtesy of: Gary Somberg

Photos courtesy of : Kaitlin Saragusa

Victoria Goldstein Founding Principal

The magic of storytelling and celebrating life's golden moments through event signage and paper accents.

Photos courtesy of : Mollie Jane Photography

LET US PLAN YOUR NEXT

CELEBRATING FIVE YEARS!

KARA SMITH OWNER AND LEAD PLANNER

Photos courtesy of : Kayla Jefferson

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