Long-Awaited The Burger Joint in the Heights Is Now Open
Where the Deals Are For National Margarita Day 2020 in Houston — Updated
Crowd-Pleasing Houston Coffee Shop Crawl is Back for Its Seventh Year
Backstreet Cafe Cocktail Dinner Showcases Black Bartenders & Bartending History
Chef & Owner Chris Shepherd Is Revealing The Final One Fifth Concept — And It’s a Doozy
Cy-Fair Wine Festival Returns For 2020
Backstreet Cafe Cocktail Dinner Showcases Black Bartenders & Bartending History
To coincide with Black History Month, Backstreet Cafe is hosting a dinner on February 26 from 7 to 10 p.m. entitled Forgotten Legacy that showcases several notable bartenders in Houston, as well as looks back on black cultural history and contributions to cocktail evolution. The cost is $114.14 per ticket, total (the figure includes tax […]
Chef & Owner Chris Shepherd Is Revealing The Final One Fifth Concept — And It’s a Doozy
Never say that Underbelly Hospitality chef and owner Chris Shepherd doesn’t challenge his team — or diners’ ideas on what a restaurant can or should be. With only 18 months left of the One Fifth building lease — the old cathedral that formerly housed Mark’s American Cuisine — Shepherd is rolling out the ultimate pop-up […]
Cy-Fair Wine Festival Returns For 2020
Wine Fair Cy-Fair is returning for its ninth year on Saturday, March 28 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. The festivities are taking place at Cypress Village Station at Highway 90 and Skinner Road. Attendees can look forward to not only choosing from over 200 wines to sample, but also small bites from over 40 food […]
Katy-Based Pastry Shop Is Shuttering Its Memorial Location
Owner and pastry chef Vanessa O’Donnell of specialty sweet shop Ooh La La says she’s choosing to simplify her business and keep it close to home. Saturday, February 22 is the last day of business for the Town & Country Village location at 770 West Sam Houston Parkway North. That still leaves two locations in […]
Dine-In Theater Chain Alamo Drafthouse is Opening in League City
Ever since Alamo Drafthouse Cinema opened a brand-new theater in Katy in mid-2018 to replace the old one on Mason Road, and closed its Vintage Park location, fans have eagerly awaited news on additional locations in the Houston area. Although one in the long-awaited Regent Square center near Montrose was announced, as we previously reported […]
Acclaimed Austin Pizza Joint Plans New Location in Houston
New York-style pizzeria Home Slice Pizza, which started in Austin and had two locations, aims to have its first Houston restaurant open in early 2021. The independent company was founded in 2005 by Jen Strickland, her husband, Joseph, and her college roommate, Terri Hannifin Buis. Multiple publications have cited Home Slice Pizza as one of […]
Inaugural Tasting Event in Hockley is Showcasing Over 300 Wines
The Clubs at Houston Oaks, a 1000-acre golf and sporting club located at 22602 Hegar in Hockley, is hosting its first-ever Houston Oaks Wine & Food Classic, a day of wine and food tasting, live music and educational seminars. It’s happening on February 15 from noon to 5 p.m. General admission tickets are still available […]
The Hit List: New Houston Restaurants to Visit in February 2020
Though February may remind us that love is in the air, new additions to Houston’s food scene remind us that wine is on the table, as well as cocktails and interesting dishes to try. For a treat this month, check out some of the city’s newest food and beverage establishments. Adair Kitchen Downtown, 1000 Louisiana: […]
Houston Chinatown Restaurant Owners and Officials Battle Malicious Rumors — Updated
—By Phaedra Cook and David Leftwich Since at least January 28, unfounded rumors about the novel coronavirus have been hurting restaurants and other small businesses in Chinatown — also known as Asiatown and the International District. Some business owners in the area are reporting that sales are down as much as 80 percent. “All Chinese […]
Chocolate Celebration Features 8 Dishes by Houston Chefs + Drink Pairings
Last year, Houston Food Finder and chocolate company Callebaut showcased eight independently owned dessert shops across the city. On February 11, the businesses are once again joining forces, this time to showcase outstanding Houston culinary and beverage talent. “Sweet for the Sweet: A Fine Chocolate & Drink Pairing Event” is on February 11 from 6:30 to […]
Backstreet Cafe Cocktail Dinner Showcases Black Bartenders & Bartending History
To coincide with Black History Month, Backstreet Cafe is hosting a dinner on February 26 from 7 to 10 p.m. entitled Forgotten Legacy that showcases several notable bartenders in Houston, as well as looks back on black cultural history and contributions to cocktail evolution. The cost is $114.14 per ticket, total (the figure includes tax […]
Chef & Owner Chris Shepherd Is Revealing The Final One Fifth Concept — And It’s a Doozy
Never say that Underbelly Hospitality chef and owner Chris Shepherd doesn’t challenge his team — or diners’ ideas on what a restaurant can or should be. With only 18 months left of the One Fifth building lease — the old cathedral that formerly housed Mark’s American Cuisine — Shepherd is rolling out the ultimate pop-up […]
Cy-Fair Wine Festival Returns For 2020
Wine Fair Cy-Fair is returning for its ninth year on Saturday, March 28 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. The festivities are taking place at Cypress Village Station at Highway 90 and Skinner Road. Attendees can look forward to not only choosing from over 200 wines to sample, but also small bites from over 40 food […]
Katy-Based Pastry Shop Is Shuttering Its Memorial Location
Owner and pastry chef Vanessa O’Donnell of specialty sweet shop Ooh La La says she’s choosing to simplify her business and keep it close to home. Saturday, February 22 is the last day of business for the Town & Country Village location at 770 West Sam Houston Parkway North. That still leaves two locations in […]
Dine-In Theater Chain Alamo Drafthouse is Opening in League City
Ever since Alamo Drafthouse Cinema opened a brand-new theater in Katy in mid-2018 to replace the old one on Mason Road, and closed its Vintage Park location, fans have eagerly awaited news on additional locations in the Houston area. Although one in the long-awaited Regent Square center near Montrose was announced, as we previously reported […]
Acclaimed Austin Pizza Joint Plans New Location in Houston
New York-style pizzeria Home Slice Pizza, which started in Austin and had two locations, aims to have its first Houston restaurant open in early 2021. The independent company was founded in 2005 by Jen Strickland, her husband, Joseph, and her college roommate, Terri Hannifin Buis. Multiple publications have cited Home Slice Pizza as one of […]
Inaugural Tasting Event in Hockley is Showcasing Over 300 Wines
The Clubs at Houston Oaks, a 1000-acre golf and sporting club located at 22602 Hegar in Hockley, is hosting its first-ever Houston Oaks Wine & Food Classic, a day of wine and food tasting, live music and educational seminars. It’s happening on February 15 from noon to 5 p.m. General admission tickets are still available […]
The Hit List: New Houston Restaurants to Visit in February 2020
Though February may remind us that love is in the air, new additions to Houston’s food scene remind us that wine is on the table, as well as cocktails and interesting dishes to try. For a treat this month, check out some of the city’s newest food and beverage establishments. Adair Kitchen Downtown, 1000 Louisiana: […]
Houston Chinatown Restaurant Owners and Officials Battle Malicious Rumors — Updated
—By Phaedra Cook and David Leftwich Since at least January 28, unfounded rumors about the novel coronavirus have been hurting restaurants and other small businesses in Chinatown — also known as Asiatown and the International District. Some business owners in the area are reporting that sales are down as much as 80 percent. “All Chinese […]
Chocolate Celebration Features 8 Dishes by Houston Chefs + Drink Pairings
Last year, Houston Food Finder and chocolate company Callebaut showcased eight independently owned dessert shops across the city. On February 11, the businesses are once again joining forces, this time to showcase outstanding Houston culinary and beverage talent. “Sweet for the Sweet: A Fine Chocolate & Drink Pairing Event” is on February 11 from 6:30 to […]
Long-Awaited The Burger Joint in the Heights Is Now Open
The highly anticipated opening of The Burger Joint’s Heights location at 2002 North Shepherd is finally here. News first broke of the upcoming second location way back in late 2016, but the locale (formerly a gas station) presented some unexpected hurdles when it came to construction. However, the delay allowed business partners Shawn Bermudez and […]
Crowd-Pleasing Houston Coffee Shop Crawl is Back for Its Seventh Year
The 7th Annual Caffeine Crawl heads to Houston this weekend for a two-day, six-route event. Each route makes five stops and runs about 3 hours in length. A limited number of tickets remain for Friday, February 21 but there are still several routes on Saturday, February 22 available. Start times for the routes range from […]
14 Must-Try Asian Restaurants in Houston
While Houston has plenty of award-winning chefs and restaurants, diners keep special places in their hearts for mom-and-pop shops. These independently owned businesses often offer a whole lot of value for the money, too. Give us your thirsty, your hungry, your huddled-masses yearning to eat good food — there is room for “all things food” […]
First Bite: Latin American Chef Re-Emerges With Alma in Highland Village
Chef David Guerrero recently had to close his east-of-downtown restaurant, Andes Cafe, just over a month ago. The good news is that he has already debuted a new one. Alma recently opened in Highland Village at 3974 Westheimer. It is in the former Drexel House space and fans of that locale may recognize Guerrero’s touch, […]
Hike Your Way to Buffalo Bayou Brewing Co. for the Food, the Beers and the View
On a warm winter day — one of those days that makes our long, steamy summers worth it — my daughter and I hiked through the Houston Arboretum to a high bank overlooking Buffalo Bayou. After our hike through a brambled, wooded landscape resembling what downtown looked like when the city was founded in 1836, […]
Where to Dine for Valentine’s Day 2020 in Houston
Whether you’re looking for an all-out Valentine’s Day celebration with wine and roses, or a much simpler affair with zero fuss, Houston restaurants have you covered. Here are a few recommendations on how best to woo your beloved with some of the best food and drinks the Bayou City has to offer. SWEETS FOR THE […]
Celebrate Valentine’s Day With Romantic Luxury at The Houstonian
Sponsored Treat your loved one to a truly special Valentine’s Day at one of the city’s most beautiful venues: The Houstonian Hotel, Club & Spa. Dine on Executive Chef Neal Cox’s menu at in-house restaurant TRIBUTE at The Houstonian or give the ultimate display of affection with the Valentine’s To Remember Package. TRIBUTE at The […]
Brett’s BBQ Shop Sets a High Bar for Katy and Houston
For years, my dad, who lives in Katy, would drive 30 miles to pick up barbecue at Hinze’s in Sealy. However, as Katy has grown, so have its barbecue options. Now, my dad and the rest of Katy can frequent craft barbecue purveyors such as Daddy Ducan’s, Los Muetros and a joint Houston Food Finder […]
Luxe Houston Creole Restaurant Hosts Traveling Red Beans & Rice Pop-Up Dinner
Red beans and rice served on Mondays is a long-standing Southern tradition since the 19th century when Monday was laundry day. The one pot meal was a simple solution for time-strapped folks and also utilized Sunday’s leftover ham bone. In contrast, modern renditions typically include andouille sausage. Brennan’s of Houston at 3300 Smith is honoring […]
Enjoy Indoor Dragon Dances & an Eight-Course Feast for Chinese New Year at Phat Eatery!
Sponsored Update: these events are sold out. Phat Eatery has much in store for celebrating Chinese New Year on Saturday, January 25 and Sunday, January 26. According to the Chinese zodiac, 2020 is the Year of the Rat and promises wealth and abundance. Phat Eatery is celebrating with an abundance of live entertainment and an […]
Long-Awaited The Burger Joint in the Heights Is Now Open
The highly anticipated opening of The Burger Joint’s Heights location at 2002 North Shepherd is finally here. News first broke of the upcoming second location way back in late 2016, but the locale (formerly a gas station) presented some unexpected hurdles when it came to construction. However, the delay allowed business partners Shawn Bermudez and […]
Crowd-Pleasing Houston Coffee Shop Crawl is Back for Its Seventh Year
The 7th Annual Caffeine Crawl heads to Houston this weekend for a two-day, six-route event. Each route makes five stops and runs about 3 hours in length. A limited number of tickets remain for Friday, February 21 but there are still several routes on Saturday, February 22 available. Start times for the routes range from […]
14 Must-Try Asian Restaurants in Houston
While Houston has plenty of award-winning chefs and restaurants, diners keep special places in their hearts for mom-and-pop shops. These independently owned businesses often offer a whole lot of value for the money, too. Give us your thirsty, your hungry, your huddled-masses yearning to eat good food — there is room for “all things food” […]
First Bite: Latin American Chef Re-Emerges With Alma in Highland Village
Chef David Guerrero recently had to close his east-of-downtown restaurant, Andes Cafe, just over a month ago. The good news is that he has already debuted a new one. Alma recently opened in Highland Village at 3974 Westheimer. It is in the former Drexel House space and fans of that locale may recognize Guerrero’s touch, […]
Hike Your Way to Buffalo Bayou Brewing Co. for the Food, the Beers and the View
On a warm winter day — one of those days that makes our long, steamy summers worth it — my daughter and I hiked through the Houston Arboretum to a high bank overlooking Buffalo Bayou. After our hike through a brambled, wooded landscape resembling what downtown looked like when the city was founded in 1836, […]
Where to Dine for Valentine’s Day 2020 in Houston
Whether you’re looking for an all-out Valentine’s Day celebration with wine and roses, or a much simpler affair with zero fuss, Houston restaurants have you covered. Here are a few recommendations on how best to woo your beloved with some of the best food and drinks the Bayou City has to offer. SWEETS FOR THE […]
Celebrate Valentine’s Day With Romantic Luxury at The Houstonian
Sponsored Treat your loved one to a truly special Valentine’s Day at one of the city’s most beautiful venues: The Houstonian Hotel, Club & Spa. Dine on Executive Chef Neal Cox’s menu at in-house restaurant TRIBUTE at The Houstonian or give the ultimate display of affection with the Valentine’s To Remember Package. TRIBUTE at The […]
Brett’s BBQ Shop Sets a High Bar for Katy and Houston
For years, my dad, who lives in Katy, would drive 30 miles to pick up barbecue at Hinze’s in Sealy. However, as Katy has grown, so have its barbecue options. Now, my dad and the rest of Katy can frequent craft barbecue purveyors such as Daddy Ducan’s, Los Muetros and a joint Houston Food Finder […]
Luxe Houston Creole Restaurant Hosts Traveling Red Beans & Rice Pop-Up Dinner
Red beans and rice served on Mondays is a long-standing Southern tradition since the 19th century when Monday was laundry day. The one pot meal was a simple solution for time-strapped folks and also utilized Sunday’s leftover ham bone. In contrast, modern renditions typically include andouille sausage. Brennan’s of Houston at 3300 Smith is honoring […]
Enjoy Indoor Dragon Dances & an Eight-Course Feast for Chinese New Year at Phat Eatery!
Sponsored Update: these events are sold out. Phat Eatery has much in store for celebrating Chinese New Year on Saturday, January 25 and Sunday, January 26. According to the Chinese zodiac, 2020 is the Year of the Rat and promises wealth and abundance. Phat Eatery is celebrating with an abundance of live entertainment and an […]
Where the Deals Are For National Margarita Day 2020 in Houston — Updated
If you already have weekend plans, it’s time to cancel them. Saturday, February 22 is National Margarita Day, and there are so many parties and establishments offering specials on traditional and upscale variations of the drink that you’ll want to make the most of it. El Big Bad, 419 Travis: Head downtown to the “World’s […]
Backstreet Cafe Cocktail Dinner Showcases Black Bartenders & Bartending History
To coincide with Black History Month, Backstreet Cafe is hosting a dinner on February 26 from 7 to 10 p.m. entitled Forgotten Legacy that showcases several notable bartenders in Houston, as well as looks back on black cultural history and contributions to cocktail evolution. The cost is $114.14 per ticket, total (the figure includes tax […]
Hike Your Way to Buffalo Bayou Brewing Co. for the Food, the Beers and the View
On a warm winter day — one of those days that makes our long, steamy summers worth it — my daughter and I hiked through the Houston Arboretum to a high bank overlooking Buffalo Bayou. After our hike through a brambled, wooded landscape resembling what downtown looked like when the city was founded in 1836, […]
Special Wine Flight at Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille is a Taste of History
There was a time when the world didn’t have much regard for wines from the United States — not even those produced in Napa Valley. Conventional wisdom was that the best wine came from France. That was the case until the Judgment of Paris. Organized by Steven Spurrier, a Brit who owned a wine shop […]
Where to Watch Super Bowl 2020 in Houston
Super Bowl Sunday is almost here — a day dedicated to football, drink specials and nacho-cheese-covered-everything. Frankly, between the Texans blowing a commanding 24-point playoff lead against the Chiefs and the Astros’ sign-stealing scandal, we don’t blame readers for not giving a darn about the big day. Regardless, Houston bars and restaurants are offering specials. […]
Houston Wine Bars Are Showcasing Spanish Wine & Cider Through Jan. 31
Texas TXOTX, the annual celebration of food and drink from the Basque region of Spain, runs through January 31. This is the fourth year that Texas bars and restaurants — including several in Houston — have participated in showcasing what this mountainous region nudging the French border has to offer. (There are other participants in […]
The 10 Best Breweries in Houston
A new year is here, bringing with it a renewed opportunity to explore this city’s seemingly endless array of homegrown breweries. From its humble beginnings in the days before the term “IPA” was familiar to most, Houston’s beer culture has grown to the point where it’s earned the nickname “Brewston.” Whether you’re looking for a […]
Houston Bartender Selected As Finalist In National Rum Competition
It’s fair to say that Kenny Freeman of Captain Foxheart’s Bad News Bar at 308 Main is one of Houston’s most enduring bartenders. It’s not the easiest profession, yet he’s been a familiar face for more than a decade at top establishments that also include Anvil Bar & Refuge and Julep. Now, he is representing […]
Acclaimed Japanese-Inspired Restaurant Rolls Out New Happy Hour Menu
Uchi Houston’s popular Sake Social Menu is getting a new look for the new year. Savvy diners line up at 904 Westheimer well before 5 p.m. for this daily “happy hour” menu that runs from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. Those lucky enough to make it through the door will get a chance to indulge in […]
Sugar Land Coffee Shop is Seriously Scientific About Its Beans & Brews
While some might think of Sugar Land as a “Chain Mecca of Generica,” there are great discoveries of restaurants, bakeries and coffee shops to be made for those willing to look. Blendin Coffee Club at 8410 US-90A (between Eldridge and Highway 6) is one such place. The shop is owned by Weihou Zhang, who holds […]
Where the Deals Are For National Margarita Day 2020 in Houston — Updated
If you already have weekend plans, it’s time to cancel them. Saturday, February 22 is National Margarita Day, and there are so many parties and establishments offering specials on traditional and upscale variations of the drink that you’ll want to make the most of it. El Big Bad, 419 Travis: Head downtown to the “World’s […]
Backstreet Cafe Cocktail Dinner Showcases Black Bartenders & Bartending History
To coincide with Black History Month, Backstreet Cafe is hosting a dinner on February 26 from 7 to 10 p.m. entitled Forgotten Legacy that showcases several notable bartenders in Houston, as well as looks back on black cultural history and contributions to cocktail evolution. The cost is $114.14 per ticket, total (the figure includes tax […]
Hike Your Way to Buffalo Bayou Brewing Co. for the Food, the Beers and the View
On a warm winter day — one of those days that makes our long, steamy summers worth it — my daughter and I hiked through the Houston Arboretum to a high bank overlooking Buffalo Bayou. After our hike through a brambled, wooded landscape resembling what downtown looked like when the city was founded in 1836, […]
Special Wine Flight at Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille is a Taste of History
There was a time when the world didn’t have much regard for wines from the United States — not even those produced in Napa Valley. Conventional wisdom was that the best wine came from France. That was the case until the Judgment of Paris. Organized by Steven Spurrier, a Brit who owned a wine shop […]
Where to Watch Super Bowl 2020 in Houston
Super Bowl Sunday is almost here — a day dedicated to football, drink specials and nacho-cheese-covered-everything. Frankly, between the Texans blowing a commanding 24-point playoff lead against the Chiefs and the Astros’ sign-stealing scandal, we don’t blame readers for not giving a darn about the big day. Regardless, Houston bars and restaurants are offering specials. […]
Houston Wine Bars Are Showcasing Spanish Wine & Cider Through Jan. 31
Texas TXOTX, the annual celebration of food and drink from the Basque region of Spain, runs through January 31. This is the fourth year that Texas bars and restaurants — including several in Houston — have participated in showcasing what this mountainous region nudging the French border has to offer. (There are other participants in […]
The 10 Best Breweries in Houston
A new year is here, bringing with it a renewed opportunity to explore this city’s seemingly endless array of homegrown breweries. From its humble beginnings in the days before the term “IPA” was familiar to most, Houston’s beer culture has grown to the point where it’s earned the nickname “Brewston.” Whether you’re looking for a […]
Houston Bartender Selected As Finalist In National Rum Competition
It’s fair to say that Kenny Freeman of Captain Foxheart’s Bad News Bar at 308 Main is one of Houston’s most enduring bartenders. It’s not the easiest profession, yet he’s been a familiar face for more than a decade at top establishments that also include Anvil Bar & Refuge and Julep. Now, he is representing […]
Acclaimed Japanese-Inspired Restaurant Rolls Out New Happy Hour Menu
Uchi Houston’s popular Sake Social Menu is getting a new look for the new year. Savvy diners line up at 904 Westheimer well before 5 p.m. for this daily “happy hour” menu that runs from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. Those lucky enough to make it through the door will get a chance to indulge in […]
Sugar Land Coffee Shop is Seriously Scientific About Its Beans & Brews
While some might think of Sugar Land as a “Chain Mecca of Generica,” there are great discoveries of restaurants, bakeries and coffee shops to be made for those willing to look. Blendin Coffee Club at 8410 US-90A (between Eldridge and Highway 6) is one such place. The shop is owned by Weihou Zhang, who holds […]
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