Food News & Events

Keeping it in the Fam

Noon Mirch Is Ready to Step into the Future

The Indian restaurant in Webster is being kept in the family, but the owner’s son and his wife are striving to cater to the next generation.

12/18/2024 By Sofia Gonzalez

Face the Music

How Meow Wolf Blends Sound Design and Visual Art for Peak Immersion

Radio Tave and its companion dive bar Cowboix Hevvven engage multiple senses to take visitors on a mysterious interdimensional adventure.

12/16/2024 By Sofia Gonzalez and Meredith Nudo

2024 Houstonian of the Year Finalist

How Chef Benchawan Jabthong Painter Brings Her Culture to Houston

What started from homesickness has since grown into the best Thai restaurant in the city, earning Street to Kitchen James Beard and Michelin recognition.

11/18/2024 By Sofia Gonzalez

Stars & Bibs

Behind the Scenes of the Texas Michelin Guide Ceremony

Here’s what the star-studded, invite-only event was really like.

11/12/2024 By Sofia Gonzalez and Emma Balter

Food for Good

Southern Smoke Festival Returns to Discovery Green with New Features

This year’s fundraiser will wow food lovers with bites from more than 70 participating chefs across the country, cooking demos, and wine pop-ups.

10/02/2024 By Sofia Gonzalez

Celeb Sighting

What Was Kelly Rowland Doing at a Houston Soul Food Restaurant?

The H-Town celebrity might have the opportunity to dine at the finest places in the world, but there’s no place like her hometown favorite.

09/13/2024 By Sofia Gonzalez

Passing the Torch

Chef Patricia Delgado Is Ready to Carry on the Ninfa’s Legacy

The executive chef of the Uptown location knew she had big shoes to fill when taking on the job—and now, she’s rolling out her own specials.

09/04/2024 By Sofia Gonzalez

Star-studded

Houston Chefs React to Michelin Guide’s Texas Expansion

The guide is finally coming to the state, but how does the restaurant industry really feel?

08/07/2024 By Sofia Gonzalez

Support Local

Where to Eat during This Year’s Houston Restaurant Weeks

The beloved event is back for its 21st year supporting the Houston Food Bank.

07/29/2024 By Sofia Gonzalez

Left in the Dark

Beryl Power Outages Are Devastating for Houston’s Small Restaurants

“There’s no words to describe how badly this is impacting us.”

07/12/2024 By Sofia Gonzalez

Food for Thought

Where to Eat during Houston Black Restaurant Week

Here are five restaurants to try during this year’s two-week-long event.

04/02/2024 By Sofia Gonzalez

Leveling Up

What to Expect from Tacos Doña Lena’s Heights-Area Location

The beloved hole-in-the-wall spot that brings droves to Spring Branch is now ready to expand with a second restaurant.

03/19/2024 By Sofia Gonzalez

Real Talk

Rodeo Food Is Mid. But Here’s What Lives Up to the Hype.

We taste-tested new and most-awarded bites to see what’s actually worth your money.

03/08/2024 By Emma Balter

Black Gold

What You Missed at the Truffle Masters This Year

The one-night competition celebrated its 10th anniversary in Houston this year.

03/07/2024 By Sofia Gonzalez

Reina de las Tamales

How Momma’s Tamales Handles the Holiday Crunch

Inspired by her mother’s recipes, Ana Soria turned the Bellaire tamale shop into a beloved business that grinds nonstop around Christmas.

11/10/2023 By Geneva Diaz

Big Moves

What 8th Wonder’s Sale Means for the Houston Brewery

The beer’s not going anywhere, but the acquisition by Bayou City Hemp Company means business for its cannabis projects.

06/13/2023 By Geneva Diaz

Smashburgers

The Trill Burgers Opening in Montrose Was Quite the Scene

Smashburger fans drop everything to join the long line on the Houston brick-and-mortar’s first day of service.

06/08/2023 By Daniel Renfrow

Front Runners

Kentucky Derby Day Events in Houston

We're here for the fancy hats and mint juleps. Oh yeah, and there's some kind of horse race?

05/02/2023 By Houstonia Staff

Fifth of May

Where to Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in Houston

The parties, events, and dining specials.

05/01/2023 By Houstonia Staff

We Heart Mom

Mother's Day Brunch and Dining Specials

Bring on the mimosas.

04/28/2023 By Houstonia Staff

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