Houston in the Spotlight

The Best Houston-Area Barbecue Joints in 2025, According to Texas Monthly — Updated

POSTED: May 27, 2025 AT 11:31 am   /   Barbecue, Food Finds, Houston in the Spotlight, News

Every four years since 2013, Texas Monthly’s barbecue columnist Daniel Vaughn and his cohorts criss-cross the state in search of the very best barbecue. According to Vaughn, every time gets harder and, “It’s a good problem to have”. Great barbecue has become ubiquitous across Texas and, historically, Houston has had some significant representation on the […]

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James Beard Award Goes to 114-Year-Old Galveston Restaurant Gaido’s

POSTED: February 26, 2025 AT 10:33 am   /   Breaking News, Houston in the Spotlight, News

The James Beard Foundation has announced its 2025 America’s Classic Awards, and in the Texas region, it’s bestowed the honor on Gaido’s at 3828 Seawall Boulevard in Galveston. The restaurant is 114 years old and owned by fourth-generation family member Nick Gaido and his wife, Kateryna.  San Giacinto Gaido, an Italian immigrant, founded his eponymous […]

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Industry Magazine Cites Spring, Texas Restaurant Owner as a “Chef to Watch”

POSTED: October 12, 2024 AT 8:28 am   /   Chefs You Should Know, Houston in the Spotlight, News

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 […]

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Japan is Partnering With 5 Houston Restaurants to Showcase Authentic Sushi

POSTED: October 8, 2024 AT 10:47 am   /   Food Finds, Houston in the Spotlight, Houston Restaurant Recognition Month, Japanese, News, Upcoming Events

Houston has no shortage of sushi restaurants. From quick and casual to traditional or trendy, diners can take their pick. This month, restaurant-goers have even more reasons to choose sushi for their next dining experience. Two Japanese food organizations are partnering with five popular Houston restaurants to showcase sushi and sushi rice imported directly from […]

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