The Houston-Area Restaurants & Bars Helping Federal Workers During the Government Shutdown
New Houston Bakery and Cafe Now Serving Sweet & Savory Bites In Swanky River Oaks Area
Chef-led Organization is Helping Support Federal Workers Without Income
Meet Houston Chocolate Hero Sharon Leonard of Sweet Bribery — and Try Her Special Cake & Ice Cream Treat!
Three Significant People to Houston Hospitality Are Battling Serious Illnesses — Updated
Is the Out-of-Town Chain Invasion Hurting Independent Houston Restaurants?
The Houston-Area Restaurants & Bars Helping Federal Workers During the Government Shutdown
So far, there’s still no end in sight for the government shutdown that started on December 22. That means that federal employees have now missed multiple paydays and many are on the edge financially. It’s an especially unfair situation for those who are designated as essential workers and still have to show up for the […]
Chef-led Organization is Helping Support Federal Workers Without Income
Friday, January 11 marked the first day that federal employees went without a paycheck since the government shutdown on December 22. In Galveston County, tens of thousands of employees at branches of the IRS, TSA, Johnson Space Center, and the Coast Guard are impacted. To help those employees and their families, one chef is going […]
Three Significant People to Houston Hospitality Are Battling Serious Illnesses — Updated
“Hospitality” and “hospital” may sound similar, but one is fun and the other is terrible. Unfortunately, two three of Houston’s most dedicated women of hospitality are facing both due to recent cancer diagnoses. Lucia Cordúa (wife of restaurateur Michael Cordúa, mother of chef David Cordúa and a strong presence in all of their business endeavors) is […]
Is the Out-of-Town Chain Invasion Hurting Independent Houston Restaurants?
There’s a saying that “a rising tide lifts all boats.” In the growing, rapidly changing and highly competitive world of Houston restaurants, that’s not always the case. 2018 was yet another year of rampant growth for the Houston dining scene. For food journalists and avid diners trying to keep up with over 100 new, high-profile […]
The Hit List: New Houston Restaurants to Visit in January 2019
Houston was home to a large number of restaurant openings in 2018. So far, 2019 is also shaping up to be a year full of new dining choices. This month’s Hit List includes recent, high-profile openings like B.B. Lemon on Washington Avenue as well as Coterie, the all-day eatery, coffee shop and wine bar downtown. New entries for […]
Tex-Mex Was Expected at Killen’s TMX in Pearland — But There Is Much More
“From the mesquite fires of the Spanish vaqueros to the taco trucks of modern taqueros, no American regional cuisine has contributed more to the nation’s grilling style than Tex-Mex. And no one is more fanatical about grilling and barbecuing than the people who inhabit the bicultural borderlands of Texas and northern Mexico.” — Robb Walsh, […]
Houston Diners Have Just A Few Nights Left to Enjoy Sud Italia in Rice Village
As first reported by the Houston Chronicle, Sud Italia owner Shanon Scott is closing the restaurant in favor of revamping it into a more casual Italian eatery. The final nights of service for Sud Italia are Friday, December 28, Saturday, December 29 and Monday, December 31, which is, of course, New Year’s Eve. The restaurant […]
Cane Rosso’s Montrose Location Is Shuttering; Heights Spot Remaining Open
Cane Rosso owner Jay Jerrier says that he’s closing the location at 4306 Yoakum in Houston’s Montrose neighborhood. The last day of service is on December 30 and all alcoholic beverages are going to be sold at happy hour prices to clear out the remaining inventory. The lease is in the process of being sold […]
Where to Celebrate New Year’s Eve in Houston
Congratulations, you’ve made it through another year! Ready or not, it’s time to bring on the bubbles and bashes as we send off 2018 and welcome a new beginning. Houston bars and restaurants are offering a plethora of parties, from intimate low-key affairs to rowdy romps ideal for a crowd. Read on for our list […]
Give the Gift of Good Taste With Cookbooks From Houston Writers
By Ellie Sharp with Phaedra Cook Houstonians have near-limitless opportunities for dining out but that it doesn’t mean they don’t like to spend time in their own kitchens, too. These cookbooks (and a few other food-focused tomes) from local chefs and writers share bring professional tastes, skills and perspectives to the home hearth. These books […]
The Houston-Area Restaurants & Bars Helping Federal Workers During the Government Shutdown
So far, there’s still no end in sight for the government shutdown that started on December 22. That means that federal employees have now missed multiple paydays and many are on the edge financially. It’s an especially unfair situation for those who are designated as essential workers and still have to show up for the […]
Chef-led Organization is Helping Support Federal Workers Without Income
Friday, January 11 marked the first day that federal employees went without a paycheck since the government shutdown on December 22. In Galveston County, tens of thousands of employees at branches of the IRS, TSA, Johnson Space Center, and the Coast Guard are impacted. To help those employees and their families, one chef is going […]
Three Significant People to Houston Hospitality Are Battling Serious Illnesses — Updated
“Hospitality” and “hospital” may sound similar, but one is fun and the other is terrible. Unfortunately, two three of Houston’s most dedicated women of hospitality are facing both due to recent cancer diagnoses. Lucia Cordúa (wife of restaurateur Michael Cordúa, mother of chef David Cordúa and a strong presence in all of their business endeavors) is […]
Is the Out-of-Town Chain Invasion Hurting Independent Houston Restaurants?
There’s a saying that “a rising tide lifts all boats.” In the growing, rapidly changing and highly competitive world of Houston restaurants, that’s not always the case. 2018 was yet another year of rampant growth for the Houston dining scene. For food journalists and avid diners trying to keep up with over 100 new, high-profile […]
The Hit List: New Houston Restaurants to Visit in January 2019
Houston was home to a large number of restaurant openings in 2018. So far, 2019 is also shaping up to be a year full of new dining choices. This month’s Hit List includes recent, high-profile openings like B.B. Lemon on Washington Avenue as well as Coterie, the all-day eatery, coffee shop and wine bar downtown. New entries for […]
Tex-Mex Was Expected at Killen’s TMX in Pearland — But There Is Much More
“From the mesquite fires of the Spanish vaqueros to the taco trucks of modern taqueros, no American regional cuisine has contributed more to the nation’s grilling style than Tex-Mex. And no one is more fanatical about grilling and barbecuing than the people who inhabit the bicultural borderlands of Texas and northern Mexico.” — Robb Walsh, […]
Houston Diners Have Just A Few Nights Left to Enjoy Sud Italia in Rice Village
As first reported by the Houston Chronicle, Sud Italia owner Shanon Scott is closing the restaurant in favor of revamping it into a more casual Italian eatery. The final nights of service for Sud Italia are Friday, December 28, Saturday, December 29 and Monday, December 31, which is, of course, New Year’s Eve. The restaurant […]
Cane Rosso’s Montrose Location Is Shuttering; Heights Spot Remaining Open
Cane Rosso owner Jay Jerrier says that he’s closing the location at 4306 Yoakum in Houston’s Montrose neighborhood. The last day of service is on December 30 and all alcoholic beverages are going to be sold at happy hour prices to clear out the remaining inventory. The lease is in the process of being sold […]
Where to Celebrate New Year’s Eve in Houston
Congratulations, you’ve made it through another year! Ready or not, it’s time to bring on the bubbles and bashes as we send off 2018 and welcome a new beginning. Houston bars and restaurants are offering a plethora of parties, from intimate low-key affairs to rowdy romps ideal for a crowd. Read on for our list […]
Give the Gift of Good Taste With Cookbooks From Houston Writers
By Ellie Sharp with Phaedra Cook Houstonians have near-limitless opportunities for dining out but that it doesn’t mean they don’t like to spend time in their own kitchens, too. These cookbooks (and a few other food-focused tomes) from local chefs and writers share bring professional tastes, skills and perspectives to the home hearth. These books […]
New Houston Bakery and Cafe Now Serving Sweet & Savory Bites In Swanky River Oaks Area
A new Houston source for sweets, Decadent – A Coffee and Dessert Bar, opened on January 7 between the posh River Oaks District and swanky Highland Village shopping centers. According to franchise owner James Skaggs, the official grand opening is on January 19 and he’s celebrating by offering 20 percent off everything on the menu that day. Skaggs is […]
Meet Houston Chocolate Hero Sharon Leonard of Sweet Bribery — and Try Her Special Cake & Ice Cream Treat!
On Sunday, January 20 from 2 to 4 p.m., enjoy a special Galaxy Pop — a chocolate cake and ice cream pop — from pastry chef and owner Sharon Leonard (formerly Gofreed) of Sweet Bribery at 250 West 19th. It’s available for all of Houston Chocolate Heroes Month, which runs through February 10. The month-long showcase […]
Meet Houston Chocolate Hero Anita Jaisinghani of Pondicheri Bake Lab — and Try Her Special Chocolate Bar!
On Saturday, January 19 from 3 to 5 p.m., visit Pondicheri Bake Lab at 2800 Kirby for a special tasting event showcasing the work of owner and chef Anita Jaisinghani. The event is sponsored by Callebaut, maker of a wide range of fine chocolates chosen by top pastry chefs around the world for its consistency […]
First Bite: Blood Bros. BBQ Serves Multicultural Innovation Alongside Texas Barbecue
The highly-anticipated brick and mortar location of Blood Bros. BBQ is now open in the Bellaire Triangle shopping center. Brothers Terry and Robin Wong and pit master Quy Hoang built a fan base over the past few years at pop-ups and events like the Houston Barbecue Festival before finally being able to open a storefront. In addition […]
Callebaut & Houston Food Finder Present the First-Ever Chocolate Heroes Month!
World-renowned chocolate company Callebaut and online publication Houston Food Finder are partnering on a month-long event series to promote Houston businesses and the Chocolate Heroes that fuel them with their craftsmanship and passion. The Houston Chocolate Heroes event series marks the very first time that Callebaut has coordinated this type of showcase in any city. From […]
Lighten Up with Japanese-Style Sunday Brunch in Houston’s Memorial Area
Brunch is often regarded as a hearty, devil-may-care time for indulgence but the draggy, post-meal feeling can put a real damper on the rest of the day. KUU, the elegant Japanese restaurant in the Gateway Memorial City center under executive chef Adison Lee, is putting its own fresh spin on the Sunday meal. KUU’s brunch menu […]
Celebrate a Fresh Start With a Festive New Year’s Day Brunch at Rainbow Lodge!
Sponsored With new years come fresh beginnings. Join us in the fireplace-lit comfort of Rainbow Lodge to contemplate the possibilities of 2019 over Executive Chef Mark Schmidt’s festive New Year’s Day Brunch menu. Seatings are available between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. First off, we’re honoring southern tradition and summoning good luck for the entire […]
The Best New Houston Restaurants of 2018
Every year Houston’s restaurant scene is different and 2018 was no exception. It was a year when dining quality in Houston’s suburbs really stepped up. These days, some of the best eateries in the Greater Houston area are in outlying or still-developing neighborhoods. The out-of-town restaurant chain influx continues — and considering that Houston grew […]
Where to Have New Year’s Day Brunch in Houston – Updated
Refuel after New Year’s Eve reveling with hearty morning-after brunch or traditional lunch and dinner complete with black-eyed peas and greens for good luck. The following restaurants offer dining deals and one more opportunity to celebrate the start of 2019. Downtown Lucienne, 1070 Dallas: The restaurant in the swanky Hotel Alessandra is open and serving […]
First Bite: Blanco Tacos + Tequila
Sam Fox, the multiple-time James Beard Award-nominated serial restaurateur of Phoenix-based Fox Restaurant Concepts just opened the fifth iteration of his Tex-Mex restaurant, Blanco Tacos + Tequila, in the Galleria. The chic digs reside next to Fig and Olive and just below Nobu in what is undoubtedly some of the city’s most exclusive (and, probably, […]
New Houston Bakery and Cafe Now Serving Sweet & Savory Bites In Swanky River Oaks Area
A new Houston source for sweets, Decadent – A Coffee and Dessert Bar, opened on January 7 between the posh River Oaks District and swanky Highland Village shopping centers. According to franchise owner James Skaggs, the official grand opening is on January 19 and he’s celebrating by offering 20 percent off everything on the menu that day. Skaggs is […]
Meet Houston Chocolate Hero Sharon Leonard of Sweet Bribery — and Try Her Special Cake & Ice Cream Treat!
On Sunday, January 20 from 2 to 4 p.m., enjoy a special Galaxy Pop — a chocolate cake and ice cream pop — from pastry chef and owner Sharon Leonard (formerly Gofreed) of Sweet Bribery at 250 West 19th. It’s available for all of Houston Chocolate Heroes Month, which runs through February 10. The month-long showcase […]
Meet Houston Chocolate Hero Anita Jaisinghani of Pondicheri Bake Lab — and Try Her Special Chocolate Bar!
On Saturday, January 19 from 3 to 5 p.m., visit Pondicheri Bake Lab at 2800 Kirby for a special tasting event showcasing the work of owner and chef Anita Jaisinghani. The event is sponsored by Callebaut, maker of a wide range of fine chocolates chosen by top pastry chefs around the world for its consistency […]
First Bite: Blood Bros. BBQ Serves Multicultural Innovation Alongside Texas Barbecue
The highly-anticipated brick and mortar location of Blood Bros. BBQ is now open in the Bellaire Triangle shopping center. Brothers Terry and Robin Wong and pit master Quy Hoang built a fan base over the past few years at pop-ups and events like the Houston Barbecue Festival before finally being able to open a storefront. In addition […]
Callebaut & Houston Food Finder Present the First-Ever Chocolate Heroes Month!
World-renowned chocolate company Callebaut and online publication Houston Food Finder are partnering on a month-long event series to promote Houston businesses and the Chocolate Heroes that fuel them with their craftsmanship and passion. The Houston Chocolate Heroes event series marks the very first time that Callebaut has coordinated this type of showcase in any city. From […]
Lighten Up with Japanese-Style Sunday Brunch in Houston’s Memorial Area
Brunch is often regarded as a hearty, devil-may-care time for indulgence but the draggy, post-meal feeling can put a real damper on the rest of the day. KUU, the elegant Japanese restaurant in the Gateway Memorial City center under executive chef Adison Lee, is putting its own fresh spin on the Sunday meal. KUU’s brunch menu […]
Celebrate a Fresh Start With a Festive New Year’s Day Brunch at Rainbow Lodge!
Sponsored With new years come fresh beginnings. Join us in the fireplace-lit comfort of Rainbow Lodge to contemplate the possibilities of 2019 over Executive Chef Mark Schmidt’s festive New Year’s Day Brunch menu. Seatings are available between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. First off, we’re honoring southern tradition and summoning good luck for the entire […]
The Best New Houston Restaurants of 2018
Every year Houston’s restaurant scene is different and 2018 was no exception. It was a year when dining quality in Houston’s suburbs really stepped up. These days, some of the best eateries in the Greater Houston area are in outlying or still-developing neighborhoods. The out-of-town restaurant chain influx continues — and considering that Houston grew […]
Where to Have New Year’s Day Brunch in Houston – Updated
Refuel after New Year’s Eve reveling with hearty morning-after brunch or traditional lunch and dinner complete with black-eyed peas and greens for good luck. The following restaurants offer dining deals and one more opportunity to celebrate the start of 2019. Downtown Lucienne, 1070 Dallas: The restaurant in the swanky Hotel Alessandra is open and serving […]
First Bite: Blanco Tacos + Tequila
Sam Fox, the multiple-time James Beard Award-nominated serial restaurateur of Phoenix-based Fox Restaurant Concepts just opened the fifth iteration of his Tex-Mex restaurant, Blanco Tacos + Tequila, in the Galleria. The chic digs reside next to Fig and Olive and just below Nobu in what is undoubtedly some of the city’s most exclusive (and, probably, […]
The Best New Houston Bars of 2018
While there were not exactly a whole bunch of high-profile bars that opened in 2018, the good news is that those that did were unique additions to Houston’s drinking scene. The ones that opened were significant, with not one clone or overused idea among them. Each has a specific focus or spin, and there are […]
Best Dark Beers For The Holidays in Houston
Houston’s sub-tropical climate doesn’t often demand rich and robust beer styles like stouts, porters and winter warmers. These thick, malt-driven beers just aren’t as refreshing as a light-bodied Kölsch or pale ale, beer styles that cut through the heat with crisp, thirst-quenching flavors. So, when Houston temperatures do finally drop below 80 degrees, it’s important to […]
Houston Sommeliers’ Picks for Best Sparkling Wines for the Holidays
Nothing quite puts the “pop “in a holiday celebration like opening a bottle of bubbles. While most people think of these as the go-to wines for celebrations and toasts, they’re more versatile than that. They can kick off a meal, be part of the main dish or simply be served as a refreshment. We asked […]
Houston Sommelier Passes Famously Intense Wine Exam — Twice
The Master Sommelier exam, administered by the Court of Master Sommeliers organization, is famously one of the most grueling tests in the world. There are even movies about the rigors candidates go through in trying to pass the test. In fact, sommeliers aren’t even allowed to take the exams until they’ve passed three others: the […]
Mongoose versus Cobra’s Bartenders Have Crafted a Must-Try Seasonal Cocktail List
Cocktail lovers who are looking for something new should have more than enough to keep them occupied at Mongoose versus Cobra, located in a historic building that’s over 100 years old at 1011 McGowen. The new drink list features nearly two dozen classics and bar-staff originals. Many of the cocktails feature comforting, cool-weather flavors, such as maple, sage, […]
Beer Review: Saint Arnold’s Bishop’s Barrel 22 Caters To Beer AND Wine Lovers
The 22nd installment in Saint Arnold Brewing Company’s Bishop’s Barrel series was released on November 26, and it appeals to more than beer drinkers thanks to an unlikely wine connection. Find it in most grocery stores, larger liquor stores and, of course, at the Saint Arnold beer garden. Saint Arnold initiated the Bishop’s Barrel series […]
Jonathan’s The Rub Brings Well-Made Classic Cocktails to Memorial Green in Houston
The second location of Jonathan’s the Rub (JTR) opened in the Memorial Green development at 12505 Memorial opened on October 4. While the original location at 9061 Gaylord has long been known for chef-owner Jonathan Levine’s steak, chops and amiable BYOB policy, the Memorial brings something new: well-made classic cocktails developed by industry veteran Linda Salinas. Houston […]
Houston Experts Reveal Great Thanksgiving Wines Available at Grocery Stores
Since the Thanksgiving holiday’s modern inception in the late 1600s, wine has become a tradition. (For the pilgrims, it was cider and that’s a possibility even to this day, too.) Not only do certain types of wine complement the meal, but it’s a wonderful — sometimes essential — “social lubricant” that softens the edges of those […]
“Miracle” Holiday Cocktail Bar Pop-Ups Finally Make it to Houston, Galveston & Webster – Updated
Four bars in the Greater Houston-Galveston region are getting opportunities to host some popular holiday-themed pop-ups, which means patrons are in for eggnog, mulled drinks and outlandish levels of holiday decor. Julep at 1919 Washington, Daiquiri Time Out at 2701 Market in Galveston and Preamble Lounge and Craft House at 20801 Gulf Freeway in Webster are turning […]
Popular Houston Tiki Bar Closed To Be Replaced with Irish Pub
Tikiphiles from Houston and beyond expressed shock and sadness at the Facebook announcement on November 2 from Mark “Howie” Voros, owner of Howie’s Tiki at 4334 FM 2920 in Spring. The post states that the last service at the bar will be Saturday, November 3. Disappointingly, while Howie’s found a following with lovers of Mai Tais, Navy Grogs, Zombies […]
The Best New Houston Bars of 2018
While there were not exactly a whole bunch of high-profile bars that opened in 2018, the good news is that those that did were unique additions to Houston’s drinking scene. The ones that opened were significant, with not one clone or overused idea among them. Each has a specific focus or spin, and there are […]
Best Dark Beers For The Holidays in Houston
Houston’s sub-tropical climate doesn’t often demand rich and robust beer styles like stouts, porters and winter warmers. These thick, malt-driven beers just aren’t as refreshing as a light-bodied Kölsch or pale ale, beer styles that cut through the heat with crisp, thirst-quenching flavors. So, when Houston temperatures do finally drop below 80 degrees, it’s important to […]
Houston Sommeliers’ Picks for Best Sparkling Wines for the Holidays
Nothing quite puts the “pop “in a holiday celebration like opening a bottle of bubbles. While most people think of these as the go-to wines for celebrations and toasts, they’re more versatile than that. They can kick off a meal, be part of the main dish or simply be served as a refreshment. We asked […]
Houston Sommelier Passes Famously Intense Wine Exam — Twice
The Master Sommelier exam, administered by the Court of Master Sommeliers organization, is famously one of the most grueling tests in the world. There are even movies about the rigors candidates go through in trying to pass the test. In fact, sommeliers aren’t even allowed to take the exams until they’ve passed three others: the […]
Mongoose versus Cobra’s Bartenders Have Crafted a Must-Try Seasonal Cocktail List
Cocktail lovers who are looking for something new should have more than enough to keep them occupied at Mongoose versus Cobra, located in a historic building that’s over 100 years old at 1011 McGowen. The new drink list features nearly two dozen classics and bar-staff originals. Many of the cocktails feature comforting, cool-weather flavors, such as maple, sage, […]
Beer Review: Saint Arnold’s Bishop’s Barrel 22 Caters To Beer AND Wine Lovers
The 22nd installment in Saint Arnold Brewing Company’s Bishop’s Barrel series was released on November 26, and it appeals to more than beer drinkers thanks to an unlikely wine connection. Find it in most grocery stores, larger liquor stores and, of course, at the Saint Arnold beer garden. Saint Arnold initiated the Bishop’s Barrel series […]
Jonathan’s The Rub Brings Well-Made Classic Cocktails to Memorial Green in Houston
The second location of Jonathan’s the Rub (JTR) opened in the Memorial Green development at 12505 Memorial opened on October 4. While the original location at 9061 Gaylord has long been known for chef-owner Jonathan Levine’s steak, chops and amiable BYOB policy, the Memorial brings something new: well-made classic cocktails developed by industry veteran Linda Salinas. Houston […]
Houston Experts Reveal Great Thanksgiving Wines Available at Grocery Stores
Since the Thanksgiving holiday’s modern inception in the late 1600s, wine has become a tradition. (For the pilgrims, it was cider and that’s a possibility even to this day, too.) Not only do certain types of wine complement the meal, but it’s a wonderful — sometimes essential — “social lubricant” that softens the edges of those […]
“Miracle” Holiday Cocktail Bar Pop-Ups Finally Make it to Houston, Galveston & Webster – Updated
Four bars in the Greater Houston-Galveston region are getting opportunities to host some popular holiday-themed pop-ups, which means patrons are in for eggnog, mulled drinks and outlandish levels of holiday decor. Julep at 1919 Washington, Daiquiri Time Out at 2701 Market in Galveston and Preamble Lounge and Craft House at 20801 Gulf Freeway in Webster are turning […]
Popular Houston Tiki Bar Closed To Be Replaced with Irish Pub
Tikiphiles from Houston and beyond expressed shock and sadness at the Facebook announcement on November 2 from Mark “Howie” Voros, owner of Howie’s Tiki at 4334 FM 2920 in Spring. The post states that the last service at the bar will be Saturday, November 3. Disappointingly, while Howie’s found a following with lovers of Mai Tais, Navy Grogs, Zombies […]
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