Owner
Valobra Jewelry and Antiques
If someone visits from out of town, they can't miss the rodeo, the Lester and Sue Smith Gem Vault at the Houston Museum of Natural Science and Johnson Space Center/Space Center Houston.
What makes Houston special? The friendly and welcoming demeanor of the Houstonians, its energetic business environment and its very active and generous charity scene.
When I am not at Valobra, my jewelry gallery, I am at lunch at Arcodoro, Escalante's or at Grotto. I also love to shop at the many shops in Highland Village for my family and myself. For dinner, look for me at Dolce Vita—dress casual and bring your appetite.
Any day I spend in Houston seems perfect to me. it's even better when it involves a visit to the Ferrari dealership, a champagne-sipping chat with friends in the salon of my Jewelry Atelier and culminates with an elegant and successful charity ball, benefiting the many worthwhile causes I care for.
Houston has world class restaurants from 400 Sage,RA Sushi, Da Marco,Tony's and Antica Osteria for Italian food and bistro moderne if you desire French cuisine, and if your pleasure is Mexican you are in luck, there are plenty and they are all good! For shopping, a visit to Highland Village and its many boutiques is a must!
There are 3 best secrets in Houston:
- Without a doubt one of the best hotels in the world is in Houston, and its name is the Hotel Granduca, small but perfect in every detail with unmatched services and amenities. It is the "Villa d'este" of Texas.
- The Menil Collection for their very unique art pieces collected throughout many years of passion and travel.
- My jewelry gallery, Valobra Jewelry and Antiques—it is still to be fully discovered. We have the best collection of Italian fine jewelry in Texas and a customer service unmatched anywhere.
Do not expect to fall in love with Houston in just a few days—be patient. The city's charm is in its citizens and its many beauties are more than just skin deep!
You will love it!
