Here’s something to warm up Houston restaurant fans on the heels of another winter storm: there are several local James Beard Award semifinalists again this year. While it’s nearly inevitable that there will be few that make it through this phase to the finals, as always, it’s an honor just to be named. First, let’s […]
We’ve requested more information and comments on this breaking story from chef Austin Simmons. Should we receive any, we will update this article. 1/2/25, 5:57 p.m.: Article updated with comments from Haydar Kustu of Woodlands Hospitality Group, which owns TRIS. 1/7/25, 4:48 p.m.: Simmons never responded to our numerous requests for comment, but he did […]
Chef Frédéric Perrier, a native of Lyon, France who showed the Houston, Missouri City and Sugar Land areas how beautifully French and Texan cuisines could meld, has passed away after a struggle with undisclosed health issues. (Update: According to the Houston Chronicle, the ultimate cause of death after “a series of health-related challenges” was a […]
Chef Thomas Bille has been collecting accolades since reopening his restaurant, Belly of the Beast, at 5200 Farm to Market in Spring, Texas — including our inclusion in our list of 2023’s best new restaurants. Earlier this year, he was a James Beard Award Best Chef Texas semifinalist. Now, the September/October 2024 issue of restaurant […]
The eighth annual Southern Smoke Festival is taking place on Saturday, October 5 at Discovery Green, and The Southern Smoke Foundation has released details about the event, including participating chefs and beverage professionals. This year, there will be more stages and new showcases, including the Food & Wine Best New Chefs, Wine Bars + Star […]
