Houston, the fourth largest city in the U.S., is often underrated but holds many treasures. From enjoying murals in the Heights neighborhood to savoring a specialty tequila flight at The Pastry War, the city offers unique experiences, including visiting the Waugh Street Bat Colony and the Houston Museum of Natural Science’s butterfly center.
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Terrain in Glen Mills, PA is a unique shopping experience, part of the URBN and Anthropologie brand. It offers a curated selection of modern-farm decor, a greenhouse dining room, and a coffee bar. The rustic restaurant serves local cuisine, while the store features health and beauty, housewares, gifts, and garden decor. Make a reservation to avoid long waits.
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Dan Flavin, an American minimalist artist, is known for creating installations and sculptural pieces using fluorescent light fixture tubes. His work, inspired by Russian Constructivist artist Vladimir Tatlin, represents impermanence and responds to its architectural setting. His iconic neon art can be experienced at venues like the Menil Collection in Houston, Dia: Beacon in New York, and the Dan Flavin Art Institute in Bridgehampton.
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Louie Louie in Philly, founded by the team behind White Dog Cafe, boasts a European-style bistro with an art nouveau design. The French-American menu offers a mix of traditional and regional fare, with standout dishes like warm monkey bread and a croissant breakfast sandwich. While the food impresses, service and noise levels diminish the overall experience.
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Chestnut Hill in Philadelphia offers a picturesque setting with historic cobblestone streets, charming shops, and great dining. The Chestnut Hill Friends Meeting House features the Skyspace, an artwork by James Turrell, providing a tranquil space for reflection and a unique sunset light show. This mesmerizing installation offers a cleansing and relaxing art experience.
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Kimpton Hotel Palomar in Washington, DC, located in the Dupont area, offers easy access to great restaurants and museums. The hotel’s cozy atmosphere includes an island fireplace and seating clusters, perfect for enjoying Kimpton’s Happy Hour. The author was pleasantly surprised with a room upgrade and enjoyed the artistic decor, as well as the amenities like jawbone speakers and the socializing opportunities at Happy Hour.
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Bolete is a rustic-chic restaurant in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania that offers top-notch farm-to-table American cuisine. The restaurant’s charm and culinary excellence left a lasting impression, making the visit worthwhile.
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The Metropolitan Museum of Art is currently hosting an exhibition celebrating the centennial of photographer Irving Penn’s birth. The retrospective features over two hundred photographs, including portraits of cultural icons and stunning nudes, as well as images from Penn’s travels. The exhibition offers a glimpse into a bygone era of grace and high-fashion, conveying Penn’s deep connection with his subjects.
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