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, […]