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Peli Peli Team to Open Fast Casual Concept

Chef Paul Friedman discusses the upcoming Peli Peli Kitchen.

12/04/2015 By Alice Levitt

Hanukkah Harried?

Fried Day: Sufganiyot from Three Brothers Bakery

Celebrate Hannukah with enough oil to illuminate a temple.

12/04/2015 By Joanna O'Leary

First Look

State of Grace is Houston's Newest It Spot

With Southern style and a Houston heartbeat, this trendy restaurant is a welcome addition to River Oaks.

12/03/2015 By Megha Tejpal

Holiday 2015

Gift Guide: What to Buy Your Favorite Houston Foodies

For that friend who won't stop raving about Cuchara's tamales, Bobby Heugel's Facebook posts and appropriate tipping .

12/03/2015 By Layne Lynch

Texas Travel

One More Reason to Visit Gonzales: Hand-Tossed Pizza

A pizza worth a two-and-a-half hour drive? Only in the capital of Come and Take It.

12/03/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Tasty Tapas

Happy Hour of the Week: Batanga

Located in the heart of downtown, Batanga's flavored mojitos and $4 tapas are best enjoyed on the patio.

12/03/2015 By Megha Tejpal

Holiday Cheers

Celebrate Out of the Box: Holiday Cocktails

Toast the holiday season with these festive libations.

12/02/2015 By Megha Tejpal

The Other Mediterranean Kebab

Turkish Fish Salad? It's Better Than It Sounds

At Dögarz Döner, a salad stands up to the beef-and-lamb kebab.

12/02/2015 By Joanna O'Leary

Tex-Mex Tuesday

Fajitas at the Original Ninfa's on Navigation

Does the sizzling dish's progenitor still make the best fajitas in Houston?

12/01/2015 By Alice Levitt

Editor’s Picks

Stuff Your Stockings at These 11 Sweet Shops

Grab your holiday gifts (and a little treat for yourself) at Houston’s best chocolate and candy stores.

12/01/2015 By Megha Tejpal

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Editor’s Picks

8 Great Restaurants for Groups

Have the whole family in town for the holidays? Book a table at a place that knows how to handle a crowd.

12/01/2015 By Megha Tejpal

Tis the Seasons 52

Meatless Monday: Seasons 52

Cut the calories, not the flavor, at this seasonally-inspired restaurant.

11/30/2015 By Megha Tejpal

Alice's Latest Obsession

Teddy Bear Bubble Tea

Head to the Galleria for the cutest drink in Houston.

11/30/2015 By Alice Levitt

Brrrrrrrrr

Where to Find 4 of Houston's Best Cold-Weather Comfort Foods

Perk up with a bowl of pozole—we've got the perfect place.

11/29/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Seafood

At SaltAir and Black & White, the Party Is Just Getting Started

Two inventive seafood spots, both serving up a good time.

11/29/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Best of Houstonia

65 Winter Must-Do’s

Explore the Houston that’s been in hibernation or stay inside and make hot cocoa—it’s up to you, but we’ll help you make the most of these precious cool months.

11/29/2015 By Houstonia Staff

Beef Beliefs

Is It Okay to Put Beans in Chili?

When it comes to chili, maybe it'’s time to chill.

11/29/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Recipe

Sparkling Wine: Cocktail Triple Threat?

If Champagne makes the party, then imagine what a Champagne Cocktail can do.

11/29/2015 By Nicholas L. Hall

Food Trucks

Reality Star Debuts Lucky Fig Food Truck

Ultra local Italian fare from Masterchef winner Luca Manfé hits the road in Houston.

11/27/2015 By Alice Levitt

Turkey Day

Can't Find Patti LaBelle's Pie? Try These 4 Instead

A viral video put one pastry in high demand, but sweet potato pie is plentiful in Houston.

11/25/2015 By Jenn Nguyen

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