Food News & Events

STAR POWER

Chef Aaron Bludorn Taps Fellow Café Boulud Alum to Helm Navy Blue

The Bludorn team announced today that star-powered chef Jerrod Zifchak will be the executive chef of upcoming seafood restaurant Navy Blue.

09/26/2022 By Daniel Renfrow

Top Chef

Topping Top Chef: What's Next For Houston's Evelyn García

Houston’s own finalist Evelyn García didn’t walk away with last season’s title, but she’s got plans for more.

09/22/2022 By Shelby Stewart

HEMP, HOPS & HAZE

Houston’s Newest Cannabis Company Is All about Hemp & Hops

8th Wonder Brewery and Bayou City Hemp Company have joined forces to launch 8th Wonder Cannabis, a brand centered around both hemp and hops.

09/21/2022 By Daniel Renfrow

CANNA-BALISM

The Dishes at This New Montrose Restaurant Can Come Infused with Cannabis

Wild Montrose offers diners the option of infusing their food and drinks (legally) with THC and CBD.

09/19/2022 By Daniel Renfrow

PINKIES UP!

You’ll Roe the Day If You Miss This Epic Houston Caviar Party

La Nuit du Caviar promises to be a truly epic—and pricey—celebration of one of the world’s most luxurious foods.

09/15/2022 By Daniel Renfrow

BIGGER, BETTER, SMOKIER

Houston’s Biggest Food Festival Returns This October

Chris Shepherd’s Southern Smoke Festival features an all-star lineup this year—and tickets might present a bit of sticker-shock.

08/29/2022 By Daniel Renfrow

Block Party

Houstonia’s Guide to White Linen Night

After a two-year hiatus, the biggest party in the Heights is back—and we’re here to help you plan your party-hopping!

08/05/2022 By Alexia Partouche

FROZEN TREATS

H-Town’s Favorite Popsicle Company Opens New Shop in Second Ward

Jonathan Delgado's POPSTON, one of Houston's greatest popsicle companies, opened a brick-and-motor location at The Plant in July 2022.

07/25/2022 By Daniel Renfrow

FOODQUAKE!

Celebrated Chef Chris Shepherd Is Out at Underbelly Hospitality

The James Beard Award winner has parted ways with the restaurant group he founded.

07/20/2022 By Daniel Renfrow

THE FOODIE EVENT OF THE YEAR

Houston Restaurant Weeks Returns Next Month

The popular fundraiser for the Houston Food Bank just revealed a partial list of its participating restaurants and their menus

07/20/2022 By Daniel Renfrow

FOOD CITY

What’s New in Food This Week

Chris Shepherd’s Georgia James is reborn at Regent Square; the James Beard Foundation’s Taste America culinary series throws down today; plus more.

06/29/2022 By Daniel Renfrow

FOOD CITY

What’s New in Food This Week

Agricole Hospitality to open a new Heights dive bar; upscale pop-ups at Bludorn and Golfstrømmen; and Phat Eatery is expanding into The Woodlands. 

06/22/2022 By Daniel Renfrow

ROSÉ ALL DAY

Where to Celebrate National Rosé Day in Houston

From brunches at Brasserie 19 to discounted wines by the glass at How to Survive on Land and Sea, there are plenty of ways to ring in rosé’s biggest day.

06/10/2022 By Daniel Renfrow

FOOD CITY

What’s New in Food This Week: Pickle Ball, CBD and New Menu Items

Houston is getting a pickleball-centric patio bar, a second location of Wild, plus more local foodie news.

06/08/2022 By Daniel Renfrow

Bayougraphy

Meet the Chef Personifying Houston Through Cooking

The Houston native represents Bayou City on the latest season of Bravo’s Top Chef.

06/01/2022 By Shelby Stewart

New Approach

Here's What's New at Georgia James Tavern

The Downtown Houston restaurant snagged Chef Tim Reading.

05/24/2022 By Shelby Stewart

SUNDAY MUST-DO

Have a Nice Day Is the Pop-Up Market You Need To Know

Founded in the wake of the "Stop Asian Hate" movement, this collective is uplifting businesses and creators in the Asian community.

05/20/2022 By Amarie Gipson

Mid Main District

One of Houston's Hottest Block Parties Has Everything You Need

This spring, the unique entertainment district has lots of fun in store every first Thursday of the month

03/11/2022 By Gladys Fuentes

TV Recaps

Top Chef Season 19 Episode 1 Recap: Primal Instincts

A handful of acclaimed chefs shape this season's show, including Houston native Evelyn García.

03/04/2022 By Shelby Stewart

RODEO PREGAME

These Restaurants and Bars Are Celebrating the Return of the Rodeo

Check out these deals from Eight Row Flint, Revelry on Richmond, The Pit Room, and more in celebration of the return of Houston Rodeo

02/24/2022 By Megha McSwain