Food News & Events

R.I.P.

Today at Rainbow Lodge, a Burger Homage to Chef Paul Prudhomme

It's a meaty tribute to the chef who made blackened everything a thing in the 1980s.

10/09/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Opa!

Helen Greek Food & Wine Hosts a Wine Dinner as Unique as Its Wine List

Greek winemaker Athanasios Parparoussis is paying a first-time visit to the US.

10/08/2015 By Sara Samora

Pigging Out

Guinea Pig Is Now on the Menu at Andes Cafe

Cuy, a delicacy in Peru and Ecuador, is now available in Houston—and only at Andes.

10/07/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Hustle City

Celebrate Out of the Box: Go 'Stros!

Michael's Cookie Jar celebrates the Astros heading to the playoffs with a cookie, and we think it's a home run.

10/07/2015 By Megha Tejpal

Tex-Mex Tuesday

Taco Cabana Is Giving Away Free Tacos Today

Help support US veterans and enjoy a free taco while you're at it.

10/06/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

In and Out

The Opening & Closing of the Week: Sept. 25-Oct. 2

Two tropical treats for the first week of October.

10/02/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Vegged Out

Top 5 Places to Try for World Vegetarian Day

It’s a happy day for veggie lovers, so why not make your stomach happy as well?

10/01/2015 By Marianella Orlando

Cook the Book

Robb Walsh Hosts a Book Signing and Chili-fest This Friday

The former Houstonia food critic is celebrating the release of his 13th cookbook, this one all about chili.

09/30/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Good to the Last Drop

Where to Grab a Free Cup of Joe for National Coffee Day

Bottoms up!

09/29/2015 By Sara Samora

Best New Restaurants 2015

Tapping Into Tanglewood

A tiny corner of west Houston achieves culinary critical mass.

09/29/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Nice to Mead You

Food and Wine Tasting at the Texas Renaissance Festival

This year's Ren Fest has it all, from roasted meats and mead to deep-fried baklava and nachos-on-a-stick.

09/28/2015 By Akshaya Iyer

In and Out

The Opening & Closing of the Week: Sept. 19-25

Two new barbecue joints bring two new beginnings for two talented pitmasters.

09/25/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Health Nuts

What's the Deal with Açai Bowls?

The healthy smoothie-in-a-bowl is popping up everywhere, and with good reason.

09/23/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Tex-Mex Tuesday

There's a New Place in Town for Puffy Tacos

Tacos a Go-Go ditches the tortas and tamales in favor of a brand-new, taco-centric menu.

09/22/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Tex-Mex Tuesday

Alicia's Mexican Grille Shares Its Family Secrets

This Houston chain owes its success to a surprising menu and a family's hard work.

09/22/2015 By Sara Samora

Rise and Shine

4 Irresistable Recipes for Celebrating National Pancake Day

This year, the holiday falls on a Saturday—all the more reason to stay in and try your hand at one of these over-the-top pancake recipes.

09/21/2015 By Akshaya Iyer

In and Out

The Opening & Closing of the Week: Sept. 12-18

When one Asian fusion door closes, another Asian fusion door opens.

09/18/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Between the Buns

Celebrate Out of the Box: National Cheeseburger Day

Piled high and smothered with cheese, a juicy cheeseburger is indeed something to celebrate.

09/17/2015 By Megha Tejpal

Park and Dine

Teas Nursery in Bellaire Readies for Its Reincarnation as Evelyn's Park

A destination restaurant is coming to the new Bellaire park from Zelko Concepts.

09/17/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Gettin' Piggy With It

Go Pig or Go Home at Houston's 4th Annual Pork-stravaganza

The annual suckling pig showdown pits 18 chefs in a fiery battle at 8th Wonder Brewery.

09/16/2015 By Jennifer Nguyen