Ch-ch-ch-ch-changes! David Bowie's 1972 manifesto could be the theme music for the last few weeks on Houston's restaurant scene. It's been busy to say the least, as demonstrated by several resignations, hirings and announcements. Houstonist is here to round up the highs and the lows. The newly-opened Americas in The Woodlands has lost both their head chef, Jonathan Jones, and their pastry chef, Plinio Sandalio. Jones was the original chef at Max's Wine Dive and......

Hey, locavores! Find yourself wanting a more comprehensive listing of all the farmers markets in town? Wondering where else to hit after your weekly jaunt to the Midtown Farmers Market or Urban Harvest? Wishing that there were markets on days other than Saturday mornings? Houstonist has got your back, babies! Some of these markets may be familiar to you, some may be brand new, and all are worth a visit. So get out there this......

What is art? Is it a French impressionist oil painting or is it a good book? A couple of local art students suggest that the answer might be more metaphysical than, say a (highly) interperative dance or a chocolate Jesus sculpture. Interdisciplinary Arts students from the University of Houston's Cyntha Woods Mitchell Center for the Arts present He Ate Love at the always cozy Antidote Coffee in the Heights. An abstract presentnation of love in......

The sun rose on a beautiful, windy day on Sunday. In the whispers of the wind, you could almost hear the encouragement, and smell the impending victory. Your valiant Houstonist staff would soon convene to take on the Houston Arts & Media Houston History Road Rally (HAMHHRR) for the sake of honor, historical preservation, and cheap beer. The starting point for this whole affair was the Czech fraternal hall in the west end of the......

>> Poll shows split over Clemens, McNamee: The court of public opinion currently stands divided in Harris County regarding the Roger Clemens steroid scandal according to a poll by The Chronicle. According to the results published yesterday by David Barron, 35.5 percent said believed McNamee; 32.8 percent sided with The Rocket; and, 31.7 percent did not respond. The margin of error is listed at 4.1 percent. These numbers may prove initially encouraging for Clemens......

Chair stash found in The Heights. Photo by Eric Sauseda......

It's an American tradition, just like representative democracy and childhood obesity: the Super Bowl. Even people who aren't football fans usually find a way to watch the game (or the commercials, depending on your priorities) and the die-hards view Sunday as some combination of Christmas, graduation, and the non-lame parts of the Olympics all rolled into one. If you don't have plans for the big game already, here are a few options around town: -......

From local Houston headlines, we bring you these weekend news bits... • Say goodbye to the trees on Kirby. Out of approximately 175 trees along Kirby only eight will be relocated, the rest will meet their demise in the wood chipper. • In other tree news, 500 volunteers planted close to 3000 trees along North Shepherd. • A 21 year old man is dead and a veteran Precinct 6 officer is fighting for his......

It’s hard enough to come up with enough words to entertain the masses of readers who flock to Houstonist as it is, but what do you do when the concert is a secret? J.D. and Stacy Tucker started booking these free secret shows last year, sharing what we can only imagine to be secretive and highly confidential communications with an impressive list of Houston music acts. Aptly naming the weekly daytime shows the Secret Saturday......

So successful in it's White Linen Nights venture, the heights is bringing back the merriment and cheer of getting together with neighbors and retailers, to create a sorta national night out. Well, sorta. During the day. Stop by lots and lots of Heights area retailers for a shopping extravaganza. "The event showcases the Heights faithfully - profiling the people, the shop owners, the artists and the businesses that make the Heights a classy, progressive,......

There are so many freaking cool things happening this weekend -- here's just a list of what Houstonist has on hand. Please send us the rest. Thursday November 29th HOUSTON. IT'S WORTH IT. Book Launch Party At the Lawndale Parking Lot, 4912 Main Street 6:30PM-9PM Images from the book will be projected on North wall of Lawndale art center. DJ Pooks spins the tunes and there will be refreshments. Proceeds from sales of the......

Finding new homes for old homes While these were listed as demolitions, it may only be partial - both 2506 Morse in Montrose (picture) and 347 W 27th in the Heights had steel beams outside waiting to lift and carry them away. While house moving isn't unheard of in Houston, we are (pleasantly) surprised, and also curious about where these smaller homes will end up since we all know the current trend is "build big"......

A rumble in the medical center If you live in the Southgate area, you were either violently awoken by the sound of exploding dynamite around 7:10 this morning, or you were standing on Travis St. witnessing the destruction of the Crowne Plaza Hotel by Cherry Demoliton (just like its near neighbor in June 2006). The building was recently appraised at a high value and was only about 34 years old, which is one of the......

Houstonist has an active and amazing Flickr photo group. We receive many, many photos of Houston and the surrounding areas every day and unless you are an active visitor to our photo pool many of these photos go unnoticed. So in a weekly effort to bring you more amazing photos from Houstonist readers and photographers, we are going to feature a block of photos submitted to our Flickr photo group. The images will be dug......

With Halloween and office holiday party outfit shopping getting closer (although hopefully not one and the same, unless you work for one of "those" kinds of companies) you and your wallet need some quality thrift store shopping time. Apparently our wish is someone's command - Houston's second Buffalo Exchange shop (249 W. 19th St.) is finally open in the Heights! Sure they're tres pricey for a used clothing shop and a teensy bit snooty......

We freely admit that we would love to live in Woodland Heights. Sure, a mansion in Broadacres would be nice, and it would be cool to own a fantastic mid-century house in Memorial — but every time we go to Woodland Heights, we can't help but think about what a cool neighborhood it is. That said, it shouldn't be a surprise that we're featuring a beautiful 1910 Woodland Heights home this week. The house......

::Danielle Reich Trio at King Biscuit:: We saw this and we couldn't remember the last time we stopped by Height's area neighborhood pub & grub, King Biscuit. So we decided to swing back by tonight to see jazz artist, Danielle Reich. It's been too long. They probably miss us. Right? Riiiiiight. A regular at The Black Swan in the Omni Hotel, Danielle plays weekly with a trio at King Biscuit in The Heights. A veteran......

In the city of gas, no-zoning and laissze-faire developers, local eco-sensitive construction will get the Houstonist’s attention. So, when we recently spotted this article in Dwell Magazine, we just had to share the good news with as many Houstonians as possible. Matt and Tina Ford seem to have figured out a way to make eco-friendly design both attractive and affordable. Having built in the Houston area for a few years under their company Esplanade......

As much as we hate to say it, if you want to catch 600 sq mi: Photos from Houston, you'd better do it fast: The show closes on Sunday. If you've already seen the show and want to enjoy it one last time, plan to swing by M2 Gallery in the Heights before Sunday afternoon; if you haven't seen the show yet, make it a point to go — it's absolutely incredible. (And if you......

Here's a chance to own a piece of history on Heights Boulevard: a 1918 home designed by noted architect Alfred C. Finn. The home had fallen into disrepair over the years — we mean, it looked bad — but in 2002, it was restored using the original plans, and it's now absolutely beautiful. A lot of the original features are still in place inside the house, including wood trim, baseboards, windows, gas fireplaces, sets......

So, did you miss the opening of 600 sq mi: Photos from Houston a couple of weekends ago? Needless to say, you missed a heck of a party — if you don't believe us, you can check out some of the photos from the event here. At any rate, we have some good news: You can come check out the photo show and meet some of the incredible artists whose work is included during the......

Spent all your cash on girlie drinks and shattered dreams again this weekend, didn't you? No worries - Thriftster gives you the lowdown on cheap stuff to do until Paycheck Friday. Monday: While the name of the show might be hitting a little close to home after this weekend's ACL sunburn, the Eastman Gallery's Skin exhibition is a neat way to check out local artists and the way they view the human form. Hit the......

Here's your first look at a small sampling of pics from our rather successful photo show opening last night at M² Gallery in The Heights. We'd like to thank everyone who came out and celebrated with us. Don't forget to add your images to our Houstonist Flickr Group so that we may publish your images. Check back soon for more info and photos. --- Photos from flickr users baldheretic, mrp1001, aggiechristine, bilbao58 and groovehouse......

600 Sq Mi Photos From Houston, Houstonist's first ever photo show, opens tonight at the M2 Gallery in The Heights. Most of the crew from Houstonist will be on hand as well as many of the photographers who are being exhibited! It’s going to be a great reception with plenty to eat and drink! Come on out and say hello, take a look at some great photos of Houston and maybe purchase a few......

Another reminder about 600 sq mi, Houstonist's photo show? Well, now that you mention it, yes: The show's on display now at M2 Gallery in the Heights, and the opening reception is 7 to 10 p.m. Saturday at the gallery. Which brings us to our point: If you picked up this week's Houston Press, you might have noticed the listing for the show in the Night & Day section. It's amazing — including a big......

Good morning, Houston. Sure, you've heard a lot about Alamo defender Davy Crockett — but have you ever read his final letter? Soon you'll be able to see it in person: The Texas Historical Commission has bought the letter, which was discovered in a file folder last month, for $550,000. Crockett wrote the letter to his children Jan. 9, 1836, shortly after he arrived in Texas and less than two months before he died......

The best part about a 3 day weekend: A 4 day work week. Bonus! So happy Tuesday. The weekend's just around the corner. After visiting the HCP last week for the SPIN Party, we realized just how little we visit this art space, considering all the great programs they offer. Like First Tuesday! Yes, we are THAT excited it's Tuesday. First Tuesday provides an opportunity for local photographers and media-based artists to share their work......

What are you doing Saturday night? Whatever your plans are, do your best to swing by M2 Gallery in the Heights and check out 600 sq mi: Photos from Houston, Houstonist's first-ever photo show. It — and we say this completely objectively — is going to be incredible. In case you don't remember, here's the background on the show: Since we started Houstonist, we've gotten a lot more aware of the number of incredibly talented......

In our Retailist weekly feature, we share local places to satiate your shopping needs and feed your consumerist tendencies. Have a great place for us to get addicted to? Email us and let us know! Oolala Gifts (833 Studewood) is the kind of happy-place that makes you want to celebrate obscure holidays, if only for extra excuses to s.h.o.p. We file Oolala in with our favorite Heights shops - as it has the funky......

Tucked away in a little corner of Memorial Heights, a man and his son are keeping the tradition of neighborhood businesses alive. Raymond's Barber Shop hearkens back to days when men went to the barber, women went to the hairdresser and life moved a bit slower. Nappy-headed kids like myself know how hard it is to find someone who knows what they are doing with the clippers. Fortunately, Mr. Raymond and his son, Carl, can......