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Letter From The Editor

THE TEAM EDITORIAL Julie Araica, Executive Editor

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When the prospect of moving to Houston came up among my family ﬁve years ago, I was the ﬁrst to speak out in favor of Austin. In my eyes, the only saving grace to this city was NASA and Beyoncé. And yet, in all my time spent living here, I’ve gone to see neither.

When I first moved here, I was eager to get out. I spent my high school days at some Katy ISD school, dismissing Houston culture as nothing more than attending the rodeo and working in an oil tower. I just couldn’t see past the strip malls and football stadium vacuum along I-10, and I thought that college would finally be my chance to escape. But fate had different plans, and last fall, I decided to attend the University of Houston. I didn’t come here expecting to feel anything toward this place, but during my days spent napping and picnicking in its parks, museum hopping with friends, visiting hole in the wall music venues late at night and indulging in a good number of Houston eateries, I think I’ve fallen for this place. I can now see that Houston is so much more than what I initially wrote it off as. 4

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Houston may not be everyone’s favorite city, but it definitely has its charm. I’ve learned so much through my experiences sharing the city with the very diverse group of people who call themselves “Houstonians.” Some would call Houston a “melting pot” of diversity, but I think it’s more of a salad bowl. People from all different walks of life come to live in this city while still maintaining their own cultural identity, but are united in their hatred of Dallas, humidity and 4pm traffic.

But Houston’s diversity goes beyond ethnicity. The city also has its political and socioeconomic diversity to boot. Whether you’re conservative or liberal, a blue collar worker or a yuppie — you’re just as likely to call Houston home. Houston feels less like some Stepford Wives-esque U.S. enclave and more like the world. So naturally, the University of Houston reflects that, holding the title of the second most diverse school in the nation. In my first issue of Cooglife, “Welcome to Houston,” I wanted to do my best to reflect that diversity. In this issue, you’ll find stories about everything from slabs

to parks to stuﬀ that exists outside of the loop (because there is in fact a world outside of the loop). I hope that in this issue, you get to know Houston a little bit better. Get to know its history, its struggles, its perfect destinations for your instagram feed and most importantly of all, its culture. And maybe, if you are anything like I was, you will feel just a bit more pride in calling yourself a Houstonian.

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X houston tourist traps to visit on your next staycation written by erin davis

art by julie araica

H o u s t o n , a d m i t t e d l y, i s n o t a c i t y t h a t l e n d s itself to tourism. The combination of sweltering heat and long commutes can be discouraging to the common sightseer. That said, there are several destinations that are a must-see for any Houston native looking to beat the heat or l o o k i n g t o s h o w o f f s o m e o f t h e i r H - To w n p r i d e .

the galleria

While the future of retail is in question, the Galleria has become an essential part of Houston’s attraction. The mega-mall is not only huge (and hugely air conditioned), but features luxury stores, various dining spots and an indoor ice-skating rink. There’s definitely something for everyone, and it is all indoors.

space center houston

Johnson Space Center is just a short drive away from downtown, and space exploration is nothing to sneeze at. While you need to take the tram tour to get a glimpse of the actual NASA campus, Space Center Houston is a more tourist-friendly option. The building includes rotating science based exhibits, kid-friendly activities and a variety of artifacts from space travel. Also, the gift shop has some impressive NASA merch.

rothko chapel

To avoid being creeped out, a bit of research goes a long way in appreciating the Rothko Chapel (a simple wiki search is enlightening). The chapel, designed by Mark Rothko and founded by John and Dominique Menil, is both a non-denominational chapel and modern art fixture. If you’re a fan of Rothko’s work or an art lover, the pensive space can be awe-inspiring. 8

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houston art museums in general

Houston is in no way sleeping on art. While the Museum of Fine Art is well-known and features several prominent exhibits, there are a multitude of local galleries that show contemporary and Houstonian artists. The Houston Museum of Contemporary Art museum, Lawndale Art Center and the Houston Center for Photography are all smaller and less intimidating places to check out.

discovery green

Discovery Green is a beautiful public park located downtown, but it’s also a host to a variety of events. Exercise classes, movie nights and flea markets are all made accessible thanks to the city green space. Feel free to bring your pet, as it’s a great place to let them socialize.

galveston beach and strand historical district

Galveston is the closest beach to Houston, so it makes sense to go there in order to cool off and have a good time, but if you’re looking for something a bit more touristy, the Strand is perfect. A lot of historically significant architecture is still there, and plenty of shops and food options means you can have an easy staycation.

houston public library

livestock show and rodeo

art car museum

Though it may be assumed that libraries are going out of vogue, the Houston Public Library is massive and never ceases to amaze. It also offers a variety of programs great for kids, students and booklovers.

Love country music, fried things and beer? The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo is definitely a spectacle that can’t be missed. Part carnival, concert and western art show, there’s something for everyone to be interested in. Though it only takes place annually, the suspense of mutton busting and bull riding can last a whole year.

The Houston Art Car Parade is an event that many locals and artists alike take part in. While the parade only happens once a year, you can take a closer look at the indoor museum to see some of the more iconic cars. The Houston Art Car Museum also functions as a gallery for local artists and photographers, so you’re sure to see something new every time.

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montrose crosswalk

Montrose just debuted its new gay-pride cross walk, and it is pretty magical to see in person. Long known for its roots in the LGBTQ community, Montrose is also an amazing district for shops, tattoos, food and basically anything neat.

Homes in danger of progress STORY AND ART BY DANA C. JONES

Houston has been an up-and-coming city for years. It had the oil boom, railroads, the bayou and continues to be a pioneer for energy. Amid its exponential growth, like other cities, housing has been integral. Due to the need for housing (along with poor race relations) there are delegated and sanctuary places in cities like Houston for minorities, especially black people. In Houston, this place is known as the Third Ward. In the spirit of overcoming, black people have made the Third Ward a hub of culture, and curated by the people who live there, it has become essential to the identity of Houston. However, as the years have passed, the homes these people once knew are steadily changing as a result of gentrification . With Houston continuing to grow in the right direction, is this gentrifying necessary? And if it doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t happen, will it stunt the overall progression of the city?

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When new condos are built, older homes are sandwiched between them and the older homes are pressured to sell sooner.| Dana C. Jones/Cooglife

HISTORY AND RACE When Houston was first founded, it was divided into political geographic districts known as “wards.” These wards all specialized in different things, the first ward is where the city had its market and produce industry facilities, the second ward had courthouses and heavy warehouses and the third ward housed the craftsmen, businessman and professionals of that time, along with the nicest houses in the city. The fourth ward, which was the last of the cities’ first wards, included the central part of the city at that time. Two more wards were created, before the city got rid of its ward system in the early 1900s. At first, the Third Ward (which then included parts of Downtown and Midtown that were sectioned off after the construction of I-45) was demographically even between black and white people, although the communities were segregated to the north and south. After the second World War, more blacks started moving in which caused whites to move out into the new, suburban parts of town. With the influx of black presence, this caused the creation of black business and community. This was, and still is, important, especially back then when the prospect of danger surrounding race was higher than it is now. This was a neighborhood of safety, stretching from Almeda to MacGregor. 10

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GENTRIFYING THE NEIGHBORHOOD Living in the heart of downtown, there is only so much space. The surrounding areas are the most attractive because of their location to the actual city, locale and the cool factor of minority culture. Popular streets like Dowling MacGowen, Pease, St. Emmanuel and others are both cornerstones of the Ward and places where you will find new upcoming buildings for condos and coffee shops. On Hutchins Street, there are new con-

dos only an intersection over from the homes and neighborhoods that have already been there. The people that were once there can neither afford those homes nor were they meant for them. In 2012, 65 percent of the population made under $25,000 a year within the Third Ward while only 15 percent made between $50,000 and $100,000 a year in 2014 according to the city of Houston Plan-

Homes that have been lived in for generations could all change with the increase in property tax from new condominiums around them. | Dana C. Jones/Cooglife

ning & Development Department. These condos cost hundreds of thousands of dollars and when the majority of the population makes under $25,000, there’s no way that the people within the community can afford them. HOUSTON ECONOMICS There is nothing wrong with better neighborhoods in order to continue the prosperity of the city. However, gentrification’s denotation is the renovating of a house or district to appease middle class taste. The first issue with that is the middle class is small and the growing poor distribution of wealth makes the middle class even smaller. Some will argue that preserving the livelihood of a small group of people isn’t enough for the potential of jeopardizing the future of the rest of the city. Gentrification happens in impoverished neighborhoods because the cultural relevance is there and it is attractive. With that, the race relations of white people moving in and black and brown people being forced out doesn’t solve any problems that they think gentrifying will solve.

“With the race and ethnicity stuff, you’d be an idiot to say that those differences don’t matter still,” said economics professor Steven Craig. Gentrification and race have a relationship that is based on the exploitation of the community and culture that is based there, but the people essentially must go. With the city’s budget of 5 billion dollars for fiscal year 2017, there is 340 million dollars allocated to Human and Culture Services. This includes Department of Neighborhoods, Housing and Community Development and Parks and Recreation which cost 11.7 million, 532,000 and 84.7 million dollars respectively. Of course, Houston isn’t just the inner loop but it seems like the Third Ward doesn’t see any preservation or upkeep that isn’t in the form of expensive condos. “From an economic perspective, the Third Ward is inefficient. The consequences are that other areas of town are more expensive because the people that should be living there (the people that work in the city) don’t. And the sprawl (expansion human population away from urban areas) is more expensive,” Craig said.

Whether we renovate the current homes or continue to sprawl, it will be expensive and we’ve already done the latter. Bettering the community though, has not been tried. Implementing rehabilitation and recreation centers, parks and even bettering the roads are all forms of gentrification that strengthen the community that is already there. Once the foundation of a city — the poor and middle class — is strengthened, how can it fall?

Public projects, like Emancipation park, are ways to keep history in place even if the land is altered. | Dana C. Jones/Cooglife

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A field guide to the best STORY AND ART BY ERIN DAVIS

Houston parks

Even though Houston is considered a concrete jungle, it boasts a multitude of different parks. It has long been understood that urban greenspaces have a number of proven benefits to the people that have access to them, as well as to the ecological health of the city itself. In regards to communities, parks offer a great place to relax and socialize in a public space. Even just a small amount of time in the outdoors relieves stress and can boost your mood. Kids get a big place to play and explore, while parents can exercise and interact. Many of the parks located in Houston are simultaneously conservancies, meaning that the state is willing to protect the native plants and animals that live there. No matter where you live in Houston, there’s usually some type of park nearby, but if you’re new to the city or just looking for somewhere new to study, it may be easier to choose from some of the more tried-and-true options.

EMANCIPATION PARK 3018 Emancipation Avenue An invaluable piece of Houston history and community, Emancipation Park was recently renovated and rededicated by Mayor Sylvester Turner in June. The park was originally established to commemorate the end of slavery in the United States and used for Juneteenth celebrations, and was declared a historic landmark in 2007. The recent renovations meant to modernize the location include a new recreation center, swimming pool, spray ground, playground and walking trail.

DISCOVERY GREEN 1500 McKinney Street Discovery Green is another relatively new urban park, having opened in 2008. The greenspace is located just outside of the George R. Brown convention center, making it a popular spot for anyone who travels downtown. The park hosts a variety of events consistently throughout the year, and also features some neat modern sculptures to check out. You can also look up their website to sign up for exercise classes and space rental opportunities.

BUFFALO BAYOU PARK

1800 Allen Parkway & Memorial Drive

Buffalo Bayou is actually a river that moves through a large part of Houston, as well as other parks. If you’re looking for some fun in the sun, then The Water Works are a great option at this location. It also contains a dog park and a fantastic view of the Houston skyline. It’s also one of the newest parks in the city, having just opened recently in 2015.

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MARKET SQUARE PARK 301 Milam Street Market Square Park is one of the most historic parks in Houston, having been established in the mid-1800s. It was originally an open-air produce market and is surrounded by various historical architecture. Much of Houston’s early business district was built up around the park, so it remains a significant piece of Houston’s origins. Today, it’s best known for the near-by dining locations, entertainment venues and nightclubs.

MEMORIAL PARK 6501 Memorial Drive Memorial Park is a massive Houston staple that has been dubbed the largest urban park in Texas, and that’s not an exaggeration. It’s most well-known for its jogging trail, but also features tennis courts, a golf course, softball field, swimming pool and amenities for basically any other kind of sport that you could possibly think of.

HERMANN PARK 6201 Hermann Park Drive The largest public park near the University of Houston, Hermann Park is in an excellent location that makes it easy to access. Sporting gardens, a golf course and the Miller Outdoor Theater, it also provides a variety of entertainment no matter your interests. Be wary of the Houston Zoo train coming through, but also note that the Houston Zoo is directly located within the park itself.

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All you need to known about Houston's cars of hip hop STORY AND ART BY JULIE ARAICA It was a typical evening down I-45 when I had my ﬁrst encounter with the elusive vehicle known as the “slab.” The traﬃc was bumper to bumper as usual, so I was able to get a pretty good look at this unusual stead. It was a 1982 Cadillac Eldorado, painted a bright hot pink with swangas stretching out so long I was worried they would hit my car. I heard loud music coming from the car, something reminiscent of that DJ Screw artist a friend had showed me back in high school. When they drove up so that they were now in front of my car, I was able to get a good look at the car from behind. It was then that I noticed that the music wasn’t coming from inside the car, it was coming from the trunk, popped open with a neon lit sign emblazoned on it. It would be a vast understatement to say that this car blew me away. As a non-Houston native, I thought that this person must be an artist or some type of huge car enthusiast. Little did I know what an integral part of Houston culture these cars were, or what type of culture they cultivated on their own. WHAT IS A SLAB? SLAB is an acronym for Slow, Low And Bangin.’ But the term comes from the way that the cars sit to the pavement.

custom cockpit candy paint ﬂying goddess

84s

chrome grill

vogue tires

THE “PERFECT” MODEL pop trunk

neon lit sign

Slabs are not to be mistaken with low riders, classic cars or art cars. Slabs are their own unique style of car, a style unmistakably “H-Town.” WHEN AND WHERE DID SLABS BEGIN? Slabs have an interesting history, and are very much a product of 1970s pimp culture and Blaxploitation films. The first slabs came out in the ‘80s, but definitely hadn’t evolved into the culture and slabs that we have today. 14

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ﬁfth wheel

In 1983 and 1984, the car’s signature ‘83 and ‘84 swangas could be bought brand new at a few Houston Cadillac dealers and were a hit in H-Town. But in 1985, the swangas, that were only produced by the manufacturer Cragar Wheels, were discontinued, and the price of 83s and 84s shot up to $10,000. Riding around in these wheels was dangerous for a while, people would even kill you for having these wheels on your car. Then, in the ‘90s, Houston based hip hop artist DJ Screw created this new type of music called “Chopped and Screwed,” a sound that quickly became associated with Houston. DJ Screw, along with other notable artists such as UGK, put out this music where they heavily mentioned driving around in slabs, putting these cars on the map and creating the sound of these cars. When more and more people began restoring old cars and Houston rappers fully embraced the slab, the culture was born. But as a result of this boom in slabs, the 84s became even more dif-

ficult to get a hold of and by 2000, car theft in Houston was 151 percent higher than the national average. In 2006, as part of a radio station giveaway, Texan Wire Wheels began making new school 84s, dedicated to UGK. By doing this, they made these swangas available to a wider audience, in the process helping diminish a lot of theft. In 2013, Houston held its first slab parade at MacGregor Park. At the parade, Beyoncé filmed the music video for her song “No Angel” where she references slabs. WHAT MAKES A SLAB? Most people will agree that in order for a car to truly be considered a slab, it must have the following: high-gloss candy paint, elbows (also called swangas) which are basically tire rims that poke outward, a fifth wheel (also fitted with an elbow) showcased in the back, a pop trunk, a flying goddess in the front along with a chrome grill, vogue tires, a customized cockpit, something flashy in the trunk (the neon sign is very common, along with mirrors and

vinyl) and last but certainly not least, loud chopped and screwed music coming from your car (preferably the trunk should have a speaker too). As for the type of car you’re driving, a Cadillac Eldorado convertible circa 1982-1985 is the most common car, but many people can be found driving around in Eldorados from the 1970s as well. Many notable celebrity slabs include diﬀerent car models, like Chamillionaire’s 1967 Plymouth Fury. In today’s slab scene, the newer generation may be redeﬁning the rigid requirements of what can be considered a slab. Many people will buy a new car, paint it, put swangas on it and call it a slab. Many argue that this is just not a true slab though. Period. Whether the culture is expanding, or the younger generation just doesn’t understand the complexity of it enough, only time will tell. But one thing is for certain, the slab scene which originated right here in H-Town, is expanding across the globe and quickly making a name for itself, bangin’ wherever it goes.

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What Houston has to offer beyond the confines of 610

Harwin

BY KARIN KELLER

Harwin may not be the most scenic area in Houston, but it does have its charm. Known for its killer bargains and discounted prices, it’s an area of town every college student should be familiar with. On the outskirts of Chinatown, between Beltway 8 and 59, you will find a plethora of strip malls offering incredibly discounted items in the area known as Harwin. These stores are tightly packed, each one claiming to give you the best deal. You can find designer bags and accessories at a fraction of the price. Some of the items might be knock-offs, but at the price you pay, it’s hard to expect the real thing.

If it is your ﬁrst time going to the Harwin area and you’re not quite sure where to start, take a day trip to Harwin Central Mart. A compact version of all that Harwin has to oﬀer, Harwin Central Mart is a one-stop-shop for just about anything you might be looking for.

Pro Tip: make sure to wear comfortable shoes because this place might as well be a maze and you will be doing a lot of walking. If you have a friend that knows how to haggle, bring them too — you can usually get the stores to lower their prices.

With two stories full of bargain deals and wholesale prices, it’s hard to imagine they will not have what you need.

Harwin is not only great for shoppers, but it’s also a crafter’s paradise. If you like to craft or make just about anything, Harwin has everything you need. Their whole sale prices are phenomenal, especially if you are buying in bulk. Beads, fabric, tools, appliqués — Harwin has them all, in great quantity and at great qualities.

While it’s easy to get overwhelmed by so many things in a relatively small space, it is well worth the trip, but make sure to give yourself enough time to properly look around.

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Chinatown

BY GREG FAILS

Since the 1970s Houston has been a major hub for the Vietnamese community, many of whom came ﬂeeing the Vietnam War. They settled in the city for its booming economy and warm climate, eventually making the city the third-largest in the country and becoming one of the most visible ethnic groups in the greater metropolitan area. But the Vietnamese aren’t the only

group of Asians to make a mark on the city, nestled in Southwest Houston is the city’s Chinatown. Bisected by Bellaire Boulevard, this section of Houston has become the go-to destination for shopping and high caliber Chinese, Korean, Filipino and Japanese dining. Dun Huang Plaza, arguably one of the neighborhoods most popular locations, features restaurants, an escape the room, shopping, bakeries, karaoke halls and even a grocery store complete with a fish market — all of which draw Houstonians looking for products difficult to find elsewhere in the city. Increasingly, Asian Houstonians are making visible marks to the city’s landscape as organizations such as EB-5 bring in Chinese investors for large building projects in exchange for immigration assistance. According to research by the Kinder institute Asians were the city’s fastest growing ethnic

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group in 2016 — contributing to the ever increasing diversity of the Greater Houston Area. According to the Kinder Institute’s research most Asians in Houston live in the southwest outside the loop in Sugar Land and in Katy — possibly taking notice of this the international grocery chain Super H-Mart announced in July that they will be opening a massive 15.5 acre shopping center that some have dubbed “the Katy Chinatown.” The supercenter is set to host a number of Asian restaurants and businesses with Super H-Mart at its center, bringing products that are difficult to find outside of the loop to customers. Though no official opening date has been announced, Super H-Mart is planning a soft opening with some restaurants and other storefronts in 2018.

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Located between Beltway 8 and Westheimer Road, Hillcroft Avenue boasts a diverse community heavily inﬂuenced by Indian and South Asian culture. In 2010, a stretch of Hillcroft Avenue was designated as Mahatma Gandhi Avenue and the surrounding area is often referred to as “Little India.” Hillcroft’s transition into a South Asian business hub that began in the 1980s when the Vyas’s moved their Indian-American grocery store to the area which was shortly followed by the opening of Raja Sweets, a Hillcroft staple. This led to Hillcroft becoming the go-to spot for South Asian immigrants looking to start their businesses and create a permanent home in Houston. Many of these businesses have ﬂourished and helped create a community rich in culture and purpose. Hillcroft shopping center, one of the main attractions on the eight-mile

street, is full of boutiques and clothing stores offering an array of designs and specializing in traditional South Asian apparel. If you’re looking for a sari, kurta or more, this strip mall is a one-stopshop. Given the amount of options, you are sure to find something you love. If you are looking for something readymade, Rani Boutique offers both casual and bridal style options, a fair selection of jewelry and they do alterations in house so there’s no need to look for a seamstress elsewhere. If you are looking for something custom-made, Sari Sapne is a great place to visit. Beware, some of the stores in the area are closed on Tuesdays, so make sure to check their opening hours before you make the trip.

kistani cuisines. Apart from the restaurant, Bismillah also has a café — perfect for grabbing a quick and cheap bite. If you’re looking for something more causal, there is Cafe Lili, a family owned Lebanese restaurant, which lies on the outskirts of Hillcroft, right oﬀ of Westheimer. The grape leaves and chicken kabob are some of their more popular dishes. Cafe Lili also has great coconut cookies, they don’t always have them, but trust me, it will be worth it if they do.

If you’re a fan of food and you have not made your way to Little India, you are doing yourself a great disservice. Bismillah is a great ﬁrst choice for those looking to try a blend of Indian and PaCOOGLIFE // AUGUST 2017

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