Food News & Events

No Celebration Here

Popular Foodie Festivals Have to Wait ... Some Until 2021

Some of the spring's new annual food events have been postponed.

04/01/2020 By Brandon Summers-Miller

The Waiting

What's Happened to the Restaurants Scheduled to Open This Spring?

Worries and adjustments define the present for multiple operators.

03/30/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

Still, They Grow

Farms, Farmers Markets Resilient Through Pandemic

How local producers and providers are continuing to feed the community.

03/26/2020 By Meredith Nudo

It's For Sale

Local Restaurants Are Selling Groceries, Craft Kits, Cocktail Mixes, and More

Eateries are getting inventive to help your quarantine.

03/25/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

COVID-19

Southern Smoke Secures Major Donations to Help Food, Drink Workers

Plus, other efforts in the hospitality industry that are helping out those affected by COVID-19's spread.

03/23/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

Get Your Food Here

Restaurants Opening Markets: A New Model?

Will more chefs turn their concepts into grocery stores?

03/20/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

The Age of COVID-19

In New Takeout, To-Go Reality, Food and Drink Spots Face Major Challenges

Everything from how to stay afloat down to how to best present the grub.

03/20/2020 By Craig Hlavaty

Dear Governor

As Restaurateurs Push State Government, Alcohol Regulations Loosened

One well-known Houston owner/operator is trying to empower food and beverage industry folks.

03/19/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

Fresh Fare

Virtual Food Hall to Donate Meals to Kids During Crisis

Your order with Click may mean a free meal donated for a child in need.

03/18/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

COVID-19

Houston Food and Drink Community Pens Open Letter For Help

The message to Mayor Turner asks for rent relief, negotiation of delayed sales, tax payments, and more.

03/18/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

COVID-19

UPDATES: How You Can Eat From Restaurants, Help Local Establishments

We've added a second list of restaurants opening their dining rooms to the big list of takeout and delivery options.

03/17/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

Re-Stocking The Shelves

H-E-B Changing Its Hours In Response to Coronavirus Activity

The supermarket is giving itself more time at night to stock shelves.

03/13/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

Eat Local

How to Support Restaurants, Establishments Right Now

Even if you're staying home, you can do something to help local spots.

03/13/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

Deals And Such

Food and Drink Spots Doing Deals for Customers Right Now

To-go beer, gift cards, and more options so you can support local establishments.

03/13/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

Fresh Food

In Time of Coronavirus, the Farmers Market Stands Strong

Yes, you can visit Urban Harvest this weekend.

03/13/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

Love Is In The Air

Houston, Welcome Tim Love and a Whole Lot of Food

The DFW-based chef and restaurateur is opening three spots in Levy Park.

03/11/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

Hello Yelo

Phat Eatery Owner, Popular Chef Team Up for Banh Mi Spot

Look for sandwiches and coffee at Katy Asian Town this summer.

03/11/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

Coronavirus

Food Bank Needs Help Packing Quarantine Kits

The organization seeks volunteers as it prepares for a potential stay-in-place order.

03/10/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

Bye Bye, Birdie

Sam's Fried Chicken & Donuts Closes

The same management company closed a pizza place just two weeks ago.

03/10/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

New Way Forward

After Turmoil, Downtown's Finn Hall Re-Emerges With New Leadership

The food hall's operator has enlisted a Houston hospitality pro to help lead it into the future.

03/09/2020 By Timothy Malcolm