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Move Over, Blueberries

Recipe: Fruits of the Andes Salad

This cool summer salad showcases the pichuberry, touted as the next big superfruit.

05/27/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

In Vino Veritas

Bartender Beat: Megan Zambas of Leon's Lounge

You haven't had a screwdriver until you've had a screwdriver at the oldest bar in Houston.

05/26/2014

Summer In Session

Sheer Shandymonium

With a low ABV, light body, and sweet flavor, the shandy is poised to make a comeback this summer.

05/23/2014 Photography by Katharine Shilcutt

The Meat of the Matter

The Balrog Blazes Forth at The Hobbit Cafe

The one constant in life is change, especially in the restaurant world.

05/22/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

Strong Pours

Taking a Nihilistic Pleasure Cruise at Lola's

Nobody here has felt shy since a few drinks ago.

05/21/2014 By Timothy Faust

Time Capsule

Biscuits and Gravy at Lankford Grocery & Market

Like its cash-only policy, the biscuits and gravy keep Lankford righteously retro.

05/21/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

Spicing It Up

Houston Chefs Curry Favor with Curry Crawl Crowd

The third annual Curry Crawl saw a new twist on a favorite event—food trucks.

05/20/2014 By Elise Rambaud Marrion

New Blood

First Look at Lillo & Ella's Menus

Chef Kevin Naderi opens his second concept on Ella Blvd., and yes—there's cauliflower.

05/16/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

In Vino Veritas

Bartender Beat: Ainslea Wolfe of Warren's Inn

"The rules are a little different at Warren’s," but you already knew that.

05/16/2014 By Alice Alsup

Moving On Up

Vinoteca Poscol Makes Its Move

Marco Wiles plans a move into a Montrose space that once housed an entirely different food venue.

05/15/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

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Strong Pours

Laid Low at Lei Low

Drinking yourself toward the vibrant Polynesia inside your head

05/15/2014 By Timothy Faust

Soup's On

The Ramen Secret is Out at Soma Sushi

Chef Gabe Medina serves the best ramen in town—and lunch is the best time to try it.

05/14/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

The Sweet Life

There's More to Dessert than Chocolate

Funky candies and cool confections you should try trom Candylicious

05/13/2014 By Joanna O'Leary

First Look

A Fall from Grace's

In trying to be all things to all people, Grace's falls short.

05/12/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

In Vino Veritas

Bartender Beat: Ross Mohr of Voodoo Queen

Banana Hammocks and Bloody Marys make this bartender happy.

05/09/2014 By Alice Alsup

Queso Quiz

Survey: How Do You Take Your Tex-Mex?

We want to know what matters most to you about Tex-Mex.

05/09/2014

Beer Buzz

First Look at Beer Market Co. on Studemont

The craft beer movement is succeeding—whether you like it or not.

05/08/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

That's Not Kosher

The Surprisingly Successful Marriage of Cheese and Seafood in Houston

There's more to it than just lobster-topped mac 'n' cheese.

05/08/2014 By Joanna O'Leary

Salad Days

Eat This: Monday Night Salad at The Palm

A holdover from the refurbished restaurant's old menu is still a favorite.

05/07/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

Sweet Charity

A Different Dinner for Mother's Day

Support an urban farm league and a Houstonian in need with one farm-fresh dinner.

05/06/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

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