Real Estate

26240 McDonald Road

Spectacular contemporary masterpiece in the gated enclave of McDonald Estates! The climate controlled 7 car capacity garage w/5 bays, 2 car lifts and epoxy flooring will entice any car enthusiast, and a circular drive ensures plenty of parking. A covered portico leads you to the dramatic entry, where you'll find a modern curved staircase, sky high ceiling heights, enormous windows, a Control 4 home automation system, hardwood and tile flooring, incredible light fixtures, and open concept space...

Real Estate

12412 Lake Vista Drive

Stunningly remodeled home in 24 hour gated Point Aquarius! This waterfront beauty features new luxury vinyl plank wood-look flooring throughout, remodeled bathrooms, new designer lighting, Nest thermostats, huge laundry room, a gorgeous wet bar for entertaining, and a glass staircase providing unobstructed lake views through the enormous windows. The living area with 30' ceilings and modern fireplace offers doors to the patio and pool. The open and airy kitchen has a quartz waterfall island...

Life + Culture

Crushing It With Cocktails

The Woodlands’ Most Spirited Evening Article by Travis Hager | Photography by Presley Daniel The clink of glassware and murmur of anticipation filled the grand ballroom of The Woodlands Waterway Marriott on the evening of May 29. Guests, dressed in everything from elegant linen to tailored cocktail attire, mingled with a sense of expectation. This was not just another evening in the 21st annual Woodlands Wine & Food Week. This was “Crushing It With Cocktails,” a night dedicated to the...

Education

Alumni at The Woodlands Christian Academy Return to Serve the Next Generation

At The Woodlands Christian Academy (TWCA), the Pursuit of Service is more than a phrase — it is a way of life. Nowhere is that more evident than in the lives of alumni who have chosen to return to their alma mater, pouring back into the community that once poured into them.This year, six TWCA graduates walk the halls not as students, but as teachers and coaches, continuing a legacy of service and leadership.Lower School teacher, Rachel Roher (’14), née Earle, knows what it means to experience...

Food + Beverage

A Heritage Roast

From Honduras to The Woodlands, Third Gen Coffee Shares its Roots Article by Heather Davis | Photography by Adobe Stock Third Gen Coffee owners Marlon and Rachel Reyes opened their shop in Grogan’s Mill in 2017, pursuing a dream of cultivating community through coffee. Both grew up with coffee as part of daily life: Marlon on his family farm in El Zapote in Siguatepeque, Honduras, and Rachel sharing quiet coffee moments with her grandfather in Louisiana.  “My grandfather would make coffee...

Food + Beverage

Behind the Menu

Four Local Chefs and Restaurateurs Let their Dishes Tell the Story Article by Laura L. Green | Photography by Provided ​​We can’t spend all our time contemplating the miracles of modern living, but one that we should give some appreciative thought to is our ability to experience such a wealth of good food. A century ago, kings and queens would not have dined on the variety of cuisines, prepared with ingredients from across the world, that we’re able to DoorDash on any given weeknight. Along...

Food + Beverage

More Than an Errand

Exploring the Unexpected at Local Farmers Markets Article and Photography by Lana Wilkens What image comes to mind when thinking of the typical farmers market? Fresh produce waiting to be taken home, tents featuring homemade goods, families with children and pets, food samples, and plants. Farmers markets are more than an errand—they are a destination, an experience, and that is certainly the case for three of our own local markets. The Woodlands Farmers Market at Grogan’s Mill Featuring...

Health + Wellness

Meal Planning for Better Health

A Fresh Look at Food as Medicine Article by Dawn Allen | Photography by Provided For years, the conversation around healthy eating focused on restriction: What should I cut out? But today, a better question is taking center stage: What can I add to support better health? This shift from avoidance to abundance encourages a more joyful relationship with food, inspiring exploration of nutrient-rich options that can enhance energy, boost immunity, and potentially prevent disease. So, how do...

Home + Design

Those Old Bones

DeGuerre Family’s Signature Skeletons Raise the Bar on Halloween Article by Carol Mowdy Bond | Photography by The DeGuerre Family When the world spun into pause mode during 2020, the DeGuerre family chose to bring some life back into the area. So, they posed life-size skeletons in their yard for the Halloween season. “Nothing was going on,” says Connie DeGuerre. “Everyone had been shut in. So we started with just a few skeletons. It was just for the kids in the neighborhood. Everyone really...

Food + Beverage

Going Beyond “GF”

8 Quick Tips for Gluten-Free Dining Out Article by Dawn Allen | Photography by Adobe Stock The gluten-free trend took off in the mid-2000s, landing additional food options on savvy restaurant menus. But for Woodlands residents with celiac disease like myself, “GF” doesn’t always mean “safe to eat.” While gluten-free menus are more common, truly celiac-safe options require extra care. As a member of the Patient and Family Advisory Board for Beyond Celiac, where I share the celiac community’s...