Food News & Events

Higher Learning

Feed Your Body — and Your Mind — with These Fun Food Classes

These programs might help you become the next Top Chef — or at least help you throw better dinner parties.

02/20/2017 By Alice Levitt

The Crawfish Guide

Where Should Your Crawfish Be Sourced?

There are many reasons to stick with local mudbugs instead of imports.

02/20/2017 By Alice Levitt

The Crawfish Guide

The History of Crawfish in Houston

Cajun crawfish didn’t take off in the Bayou City until 1976, but Houstonians' appetite for crawfish has exploded since then.

02/20/2017 By Robb Walsh

Cooking It Old School

'A Taste of African Heritage' Cooking Series Debuts in Missouri City

Want to get healthy? Eat like your ancestors.

02/17/2017 By Emily Juhasz

Popping Up

Taste a Preview of Your New Favorite Gelato This Sunday at Morningstar

Austin's Dolce Neve will pop up in anticipation of its new location in the Heights.

02/16/2017 By Rafa Farihah

Beard Move

Houston Kicks Ass With Nine James Beard Semifinalist Nods

They'll be culled down to finalists on March 15, with awards given on April 25.

02/15/2017 By Alice Levitt

More Than Permissible

Houston's Top Chefs Cook Kosher Next Monday

Ben-Gurion University of the Negev is hosting a serious culinary throwdown.

02/15/2017 By Alice Levitt

Heart in a Hurry

Staying in With Your Sweetheart? Here Are Some Last-Minute V-Day Menu Ideas

We planned a romantic menu so you don't have to.

02/14/2017 By Emily Juhasz

Eat Your (Broken) Heart Out

Stick It To Your (Former) Man With Three Brothers Bakery’s Anti-Valentine’s Day Treats

"Love Stinks," "Go Away" and "Bite Me" replace "Be Mine" at the local bakery chain.

02/13/2017 By Joanna O'Leary

The Sweet Taste of Victory

A Sugar Land Stalwart Wins the 4th Annual Gumbo Smackdown

Out of 16 strong contenders, a local favorite defended its home turf over the weekend at Sugar Land Town Square.

02/13/2017 By Katharine Shilcutt

Bringing it Home

Favor Debuts ‘Chef’s Club’ Featuring Specials From Houston Culinary Stars

Top restaurants are offering upscale treats delivered to your door.

02/10/2017 By Emily Juhasz

Bacon Love

Ritual Has Two Meaty Ways to Celebrate Valentine's Day

Whether your definition of romance is red-hued victuals or kissing a mini pig, the Heights restaurant has your back.

02/10/2017 By Nath Pizzolatto

Moveable Feast

Pi Pizza Brings Back A Taste of the Truck For National Pizza Day—And Beyond

Praise the almighty pizza gods, Paneer Death Experience is coming back!

02/08/2017 By Emily Juhasz

Get Out

Enjoy Tapas on the Trails at the Houston Arboretum This Weekend

This Valentine's Day dinner is a breath of fresh air.

02/08/2017 By Katharine Shilcutt

This is Not a Drill

Rejoice! Houston Is Hosting Its First Mac 'n' Cheese Festival

Vegans and gluten-free folks need not apply for this cheese-and-carb fest.

02/07/2017 By Nicki Koetting

Food Fests

Gumbo Smackdown Is Less Than a Week Away

Save $5 on each ticket and buy them before Saturday.

02/06/2017 By Katharine Shilcutt

Party On

The White Oak Super Street Party Takes Over the Heights for Super Bowl Weekend

A pig roast on the patio at Ritual, 50-cent oysters at Christian's, and other reasons to stick to the Heights this weekend.

02/02/2017 By Nath Pizzolatto

Kick Off

What Will You Be Eating at the Super Bowl? Here's the Menu

What to order and what to skip at the Big Game.

02/02/2017 By Rafa Farihah

The Big Game

The 10 Things You Must Eat, Drink and Do While You're Here for the Super Bowl

There's more to Houston than barbecue and beer (though we've got plenty of that too...).

02/01/2017 By Nath Pizzolatto

Going Wild

The Houston Zoo's New Food Program Is Delicious, Sustainable and Getting Better

As of January 21, everything from bread to chicken tenders is homemade, but just wait for the barbecue pit.

02/01/2017 By Alice Levitt

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