Ryan Miller, Author at Houston Hotel Magazine

Backstage Pass: An Inside Look of Backstage at Rodeo Houston

Published on February 28, 2019 in Profiles/Shopping & Style by Ryan Miller

We got an exclusive sneak peek with designer, Torie Halbert of To the T. Interiors, of the incredible backstage set up created for the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo each year. Torie, who has been a Rodeo committee member for 12 years, has been designing backstage for the show for 7 years now and she just keeps outdoing herself! Bringing elements of Houston into each of the 6 rooms backstage, she’s showcasing just how great the city is and leaving a lasting impression on the biggest music artists in the country, just before and after they hit the stage. These rooms are available to the performers to get ready before the show, unwind afterward, and receive their commemorative belt buckles, the Rodeo’s version of a trophy for playing the big stage. Keep Reading

Rodeo Ready Gift Guide: Show Up in Style this Rodeo Season

Published on February 5, 2019 in Shopping & Style by Ryan Miller

Houston’s abuzz as everyone gets ready for the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo®, the world’s largest livestock show and richest regular-season rodeo. This unmatched, multi-week event kicks off on Tuesday, February 25, and the good times roll on through March 17. Keep Reading

Farewell, 41: A Tribute to President George H.W. Bush

Published on January 29, 2019 in Art & Culture/Profiles by Ryan Miller

There’s a saying we have in Texas: “American by birth, Texan by the Grace of God”. This holds true for our late President. George H.W. Bush moved to Houston in 1958 while working in oil and gas and fell in love with the city. He’s said to have credited Houston for his political success, the city that embraced him as their own and allowed him to flourish. Keep Reading

‘Tis the Season to Shop: 2018 Holiday Gift Guide

Published on November 19, 2018 in Shopping & Style by Ryan Miller

‘Tis the season to shop and you’re in just the right place! Ever since the city struck liquid gold, the finest brands and boutiques have dropped a pin on the Texas Gulf, well aware that Houston visitors and locals alike had a keen eye for the crème de la crème. The legacy of that appreciation for quality lives on today — no matter the occasion or holiday, Houston is guaranteed to offer the perfect token to show your friends and loved ones how much they mean to you.

As the leaves change and the weather cools, Christmas jingle bells and the soft light of menorahs make our worlds more merry and bright. Our extended Holiday Gift Guide has something for each occasion: Shower your loved one with the sparkle of diamonds from the premier jeweler, de Boulle. Mosey down to Pinto Ranch to be fitted for a pair of handmade boots and bundle up in all things western. As for the home, discover Kuhl-Linscomb‘s emporium of upscale goods including décor, beauty, furniture and kitchenware. Whether it’s for your significant other, your home or even you, we point you in the direction of the perfect gift.

Discover our Fall+Holiday cover girl, Caroline [Harper] Knapp’s, picks for her favorite items (stared below) on our thoughtfully curated list. If you dig her style, be sure to follow her @houseofharper, for more gifting ideas as the holidays approach.

Happy shopping!

The King of Diamonds Celebrates 50 Years in Houston

Published on October 9, 2018 in Shopping & Style by Ryan Miller

Klein’s Jewelry opened its doors in 1969 by the current owner’s father, Michael Klein, as a place where clients are treated like family. The laid-back atmosphere makes both men and women feel comfortable shopping for themselves and their loved ones. When Mark Klein took over the family business in 1990, he fully embraced the motto: “A successful business should always concentrate on making the customer happy.” Keep Reading

Prime Time at The Palm: A Happy Hour Must-Try

Published on May 31, 2018 in Dining & Nightlife by Ryan Miller

The Palm is a Houston staple and has been since 1978, when the Bush family (41) requested that their beloved New York steakhouse open a location down south in their newfound Texas home. Serving up classic chophouse dishes such as their decadent cream spinach, filet mignon, juicy lobster, potatoes au gratin and many more, The Palm is sure to delight your taste buds. The team recently kicked off “Prime Time” where you can enjoy their famous maple glazed slab bacon, short rib and cheddar sandwich and other Palm favorites for discounted prices in their swanky bar.

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