Houston fun: New restaurants, events & attractions
On this episode of The Nightcap, we hop around Houston to new spots, events, and attractions. Carolina stops at Heights & Co for a sneak peek of their &Co Dining Series with Belly of the Beast’s Chef Thomas and then she rocks to the recently opened ROCKHOUSE for some Southern love. Meanwhile, V takes a bite out of Houston TX Hot Chicken, and Aji checks out the world’s first two-screen rooftop experience at Rooftop Cinema Club.
The Soft Life: Is it as easy as it seems?
Younger generations are giving up on sacrifices and hard work for the so-called soft life. But is it realistic and affordable? We had the friends over to discuss what it actually takes to live a soft life -- and sometimes, they say, it requires hard work.
Psychedelics renaissance: Why are people tripping?
Psychedelics, especially shrooms, are becoming mainstream again. We invite friends over to discuss their experienceS. Plus, at SXSW we learn from MAPS & Propeller about the role of psychedelics in music.
Male pleasure: Is it more than just physical?
We hear all the tips and tricks to pleasing a woman but what a man? Sex therapists and couple Charlie & Arienne along with Scott Shunk join Carolina to discuss how true pleasure for a man involves more than just physical sex, it’s also intimacy and connection.
The Nightcap bar crawl
If you ever find yourself in the weirdest place on earth, aka Austin, Texas, The Nightcap recommends these bars. Carolina crawls from Electric Shuffle to The Tipsy Alchemist as Aji swings by the Standard Proof for a whiskey sampling. Then we end the night at Icenhauers.
SXSW Day 4: Keanu & Camacho
SXSW is full of characters and we got to see them in action! Carolina hits the red carpet again and has a chance to talk with the director of the upcoming film "If You Were the Last". We hear a passionate speech from a leading candidate in the 2020FO elections. Plus who is the Baba Yaga? We find out in a secret screening of "John Wick 4".
SXSW Day 3: Women of SXSW
It’s Women’s History Month and during our time at SXSW, we met some amazing women excelling across many fields! These ladies do it all ranging from acting, filmmaking, creating their own businesses, and writing books! The team took a trip out to Wonder Bar ATX to meet some real Boss ladies making moves. Then Carolina and Ajibola sit down with Zoe Lister-Jones and Lagueria Davis, two women telling compelling stories through film and television. Plus, a friend of the show Aparna comes back to tell us about her new book. SXSW was full of trailblazing women, to say the least!
SXSW Extras: Red Carpet with "Big Door Prize" Cast
Carolina hits the red carpet and catches up with the cast of the upcoming Apple TV+ original "Big Door Prize". Find out what happens when a mysterious machine promises to show you your full potential.
SXSW Pop-Ups
It's Aji's first SXSW so Carolina Sanchez is showing him the ropes! He might be a newbie to but that doesn't stop him from working hard and having fun! From eating pizzas at North Italia's Block Party to making soaps at the Lush kitchen, the duo are non-stop!
The Nightcap arrives at SXSW 2023
From an exclusive preview of Donald Glover's Swarm, to interviews with Chloe Bailey, Dominique Fishback, hip-hop legend Raekwon, and much much more! Carolina Sanchez is taking over the streets of Austin for South by Southwest 2023!
JCass releases debut album Champagne Drip
Artist JCass released her debut album Champagne Drip, which features an array of sounds from R&B, to dance, hip-hop and even Spanish trap. The singer and her husband Bizzy Bone stopped by The Nightcap to talk about her work and what fans can expect.
Paul Wall’s birthday celebration with Paul Masson
Paul Wall celebrates another trip around the sun by partnering with Paul Masson brandy. Carolina enjoys the Party with Paul and learns how E-40 introduced him to the spirit and what it meant for the partnership. Plus, we hear shout outs from his partners in the Houston hip-hop game.
Celebrating International Women’s Day on The Nightcap
It’s International Women’s Day and we’re celebrating on The Nightcap by looking back at the insightful and wise conversations with women on the pink couch. But we kicked things off with a Super Asian Cocktail Pop-Up featuring three Asian-American women: two bad a$$es behind the bar and the founder of Kikori Whiskey!
Is dating a farmer better than dating a city slicker?
Farmer Wants a Wife is premiering on FOX and it begs the question: is seeking love in the country the way to go after you’ve tried it all in the city? We brought the girls over to discuss as they sip Champagne Madame Zéro, lasso a cowboy, and hang on to Big Homie Pete the bull!
The life of a circus performer
There are many different performers, but those in the circus world are rarely discussed. On this episode of the nightcap we talk to three different circus performers to hear about how they started, the crazy gigs they join, and the wild lifestyle that can come with it. Plus, we get a fiery and bright performance.
Black-owned Houston bar hop
To close out Black History Month, The Nightcap crew went out to celebrate at Black-owned bars. We enjoyed Atomic Bottle, Urban Social, James Harden’s Thirteen, and Prospect Park.
Black women making power moves
On this episode of The Nightcap, we talk to the first Black female tequila owner, the hot doctor in heels, and a fashion designer buying real estate in Europe.
Getting down to business with Black boss babes
This Black History Month, we've invited Black female founders and CEOs to share their trials and tribulations (and tips!) to success. Carolina is joined by Taquiela Wright, Maggie Noel, Jasmine Terry, and Trese Green.
Aliens, Ghosts, and Conspiracies
Are we alone in the universe? Do spirits walk among us? We’re getting otherworldly on The Nightcap. Our guests come on and tell us the conspiracies that keep them up at night. Plus we get a taste of Tommy’s Mezcal Margarita.
National Margarita Day bar hop in Houston
It's National Margarita Day, so we hopped to four different bars in Houston to try out the margs on the menu. Carolina stopped by Pistoleros for a skinny peach margarita, Club No Minors for their infamous blue margarita, Tres for three of their tall margs, and La Fisheria for a mango habanero marg.