Did you ever miss out on that huge sale at your favorite boutique or miss hearing that great new band play downtown? That is exactly why I started Tidbits. People were always asking me how I found such fabulous deals and if I would keep them in the loop. I wanted something in REAL TIME that would be a weekly reminder about hot restaurant openings, trendy clothing lines and boutique sales.

My idea was to create a website that looks like a magazine, broken into small articles that come in email format, like getting your favorite magazine piece by piece each week! I hope you enjoy receiving your weekly Tidbits as much as I enjoy scouting them out.

Loves Soda Pop- my labradoodle, truffles from Whole Foods, high heels, happy hours, closet organization

Loathes Peas, hangovers, an unmade bed, cell phones and PDAs at the table, Sunday night blues

Words are my passion. Stringing them together in a way that makes someone laugh or sparks a conversation is what makes me…me. So when the opportunity to write for Tidbits came along, I was 100% in for the long haul. Getting to research and write about all of the new and exciting things happening in my favorite cities? Somebody pinch me. Our goal with Tidbits is to keep all of our beloved readers up to date on the best deals and delights around town. From forgotten faves to undiscovered gems, we’ve got ya covered. Thanks for giving me the best day (and night) job in the world.

Loves Steaming hot coffee, a killer workout, squeaky guitar strings, coconut anything, lyrics that change your life.

Loathes Luke warm coffee, parallel parking, a glass half-empty.

Okay, I admit it. I’ve got champagne taste on a beer budget. I mean, is there anything more satisfying than finding your dream dress marked down 50%? Never mind that it’s last year’s threads; a deal is a deal! So you can imagine my excitement when I met Pepper, who was launching a website geared towards gals just like me. For the past three years, Tidbits has been the love of my life, and now with the launching of markets in San Antonio and New Orleans, my love continues to grow and flourish. Enjoy!

Loves Coffee in bed, cilantro, summer, The Beach Boys

Loathes The word "dinghy", fast-food chains, The Eagles, cheesy radio stations

And Cam and Leia, you know you're always at the top of my Loves list.

Mailing lists typically have me classified as a female. I’m not sure why, but it happens often. I guess maybe it’s because my name doesn’t strike the person inputting it strongly one way or the other. Because of this error in gender classification, I was once made the recipient of four copies of Sassy Magazine accompanied by their sets of “Goodies for girls”. That is how I learned everything I know about being a “gal about town.”

Anything else you want to know about me, you can probably find on Google. If you do decide to Google me, I’ll answer your question in advance: no, I was not one of 50 arrested on alcohol charges at a raid on a frat party.

Loves my iPhone, my wife.

Loathes "Loves and Loathes" that Pepper and Amy made me do. :P

I’m full of opinions, always the one to share words of wisdom or lend sage advice – even when it’s not asked for. I’ve decided to use my power for good and help give Tidbit gals opinions they want to hear – about an undiscovered boutique, new neighborhood restaurant, or can’t-miss-it event.

There’s a new reason to fall in love with our city everyday. Twice a week, Tidbits wants to help you do that.

Loves Red, New York, Tex-Mex, celebrity gossip, Broadway show tunes

Loathes Paying retail, mornings, the two-shows-at-a-time rule on my Tivo

I know if you’re like most of my girlfriends, you’re a fabulous, hard working, style conscious woman that often feels overwhelmed with your multiple roles: career maven, hot mama, soul searching urban chic. It’s almost impossible to stay on top of the most important things in life, not to mention the latest trends, the most fabulous spa treatments and where the best sale is this week.

Lucky for you, I’m a style-hungry, bargain shopping, information addict and I’m channeling my obsession for the greater good! From researching new boutiques and charming cafes, to suggesting my favorite beauty treatments, I have made it my mission to deliver the hottest, the hippest and the most delicious tips to your inbox twice each week.

Houston is long overdue for a REAL TIME source of what’s happening in our city. I sincerely hope that with Houston Tidbits, you’ll never be out of the loop again!

Loves Green, Google, bookstores, yoga, chocolate soufflé

Loathes Crackberries, bleu cheese, negativity, paying retail, automated voice answering systems