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Grande, Venti, Trenta

The Largest Starbucks in Texas…Is in Houston?

An expanded menu of beer, wine and small plates still isn't enough to pack them in the state's biggest 'Bucks.

02/05/2016 By Marianella Orlando

Game On

Celebrate Out of the Box: Super Bowl Sunday

Whether it's the game or the commercials you're tuning in for, make it a tasty Super Bowl Sunday at one of these Houston hot spots.

02/04/2016 By Megha Tejpal

Out of Bruges

Main Kitchen's New Chef Wins Houstonia's Gumbo Smackdown—and Diners' Hearts

Jelle Vandenbroucke is using his European roots to inspire a robust new menu.

02/03/2016 By Mohammed Zain

The envelope please

Who Won Houstonia's 3rd Annual Gumbo Smackdown? You May (Not) Be Surprised

One of the city's best gumbos proves its mettle even in a blind taste test.

02/02/2016 By Katharine Shilcutt

The Other KFC

Bonchon Chicken Is Coming!

International Korean fried chicken chain to open five locations in Houstonia.

02/01/2016 By Alice Levitt

Click Bait

Texas Food Truths BuzzFeed Has Failed to Understand

Put down the sour cream and back away from the breakfast tacos.

01/28/2016 By Katharine Shilcutt

Brother Bones

The Harlem Globetrotters Dribble at Killen's Barbecue

What does a stunt basketball team have in common with a barbecue legend? More than you think.

01/28/2016 By Ellie Sharp

News

New Restaurant to Replace the Brewpub Originally Slated for the Heights

In place of the planned brewpub, look for Ritual—a restaurant and tap room—to debut this March.

01/26/2016 By Katharine Shilcutt

Cheers!

5 Reasons You Should Attend the Beaver's-Brash Brewing Co. Beer Dinner

Lamb belly burnt ends and green curry toffee is just the beginning.

01/20/2016 By Katharine Shilcutt

Bar on the Bayou

The Raven Tower Returns To Life

One of Houston's weirdest buildings will be reincarnated on January 19.

01/15/2016 By Alice Levitt

Get Gardening

Urban Harvest Hosts Its 16th Annual Fruit Tree Sale Tomorrow

There's practically nothing we can't grow here, from olives to avocados to, yes, jujubes.

01/15/2016 By Katharine Shilcutt

District Dining

SumoMaya Mexican Asian Kitchen Coming to River Oaks

Pad thai al pastor is just the beginning at a new fusion restaurant concept.

01/14/2016 By Alice Levitt

Rabbits, Dogs and the Passing Time

Celebrate David Bowie's Life at Hunky Dory Tonight

Mourn tonight at Heights restaurant named for the Thin White Duke.

01/11/2016 By Alice Levitt

Cheers!

Happy Hour of the Week: Stone's Throw

Along with a slew of seasonal cocktails, the popular Montrose bar introduces an impressive list of bar bites to its menu.

01/11/2016 By Megha Tejpal

TV

Houston Chef Appears Tonight on a "Bloody" Episode of Chopped

With a chef this adventurous, it's sure to be a bloody good time.

01/05/2016 By Katharine Shilcutt

Gone Too Soon

Houston Loses Two Favorite Spots for Beer and Candy

Baker St. Pub in Rice Village and the Heights Candy Bar are closing their doors for good.

01/05/2016 By Katharine Shilcutt

Shooting from the Hip

Here's a List of the Houston Restaurants and Grocery Stores Allowing Open Carry

Some restaurants are offering open-carry discounts as of Jan. 1 while others are banning weapons altogether.

12/30/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Don't Eat the Baby

Celebrate Kings' Day With a Culinary Epiphany

Bistro Provence offers a traditional French take on the king cake.

12/29/2015 By Jennifer Nguyen

Pastry Perfection

Houston Chef Pens New Book For Pastry Enthusiasts

Russell van Kraayenburg guides aspiring bakers in the ways of Making Dough.

12/29/2015 By Emily Oberton

10...9...8...

Celebrate Out of the Box: NYE

Whether you choose to dine or dance 2015 away, there's always a delicious way to ring in the new year.

12/28/2015 By Megha Tejpal