Eat & Drink

IN and Out

The Opening & Closing of the Week: June 6-12

Pho Binh moves in and Texadelphia secedes from Houston.

06/12/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

As Seen on TV

Chopped Is Heading to Houston for a Casting Call

The popular Food Network show is looking to include a few good Houstonians in the roster next season.

06/12/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Cheap Dates

Happy Hour of the Week: Paul's Kitchen

The new summer happy hour menu at Paul's is the cure for all your hot weather woes.

06/11/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Nice to Meat You

A First Look at BuffBurger

The new Spring Branch burger joint specializes in all things natural and local.

06/10/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Slurp It Up

Tackling the Texas Ramen at the New Whole Foods on Voss

Is it possible to combine barbecued beef brisket and ramen into one delicious dish? Sometimes.

06/10/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Eat Fresh

Meatless Monday: Spicy Eggplant at Vieng Thai

Eggplant and basil, bridging Texas and Thailand.

06/08/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Eat Beets

Star Ingredient of the Season: Beets

The list of reasons we should eat beets may be longer than a summer day in Houston, but one charming Indian restaurant features a dish so bold, it "beets" the rest.

06/08/2015 By Megha Tejpal

Extreme Sweets

Extreme Eats: The Couch Potato Cookie at Fluff Bake Bar

This hot new Midtown bakery satisfies more than just your sweet tooth with wine, beer and an extreme cookie concoction.

06/05/2015 By Megha Tejpal

In and Out

The Opening & Closing of the Week: May 30-June 5

Dim sum leaves the Loop, but a venerable Montrose taco truck stays put.

06/05/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Fine Dining

Triniti Unveils a New Menu and Changes Up Dinner

Adapting and evolving is what Triniti does best.

06/04/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Rise and Shine

5 Breakfast Tacos to Sub In for Whataburger Taquitos

National egg shortage disrupting your daily breakfast? Try one of these local "taquitos" instead.

06/04/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Drink It Up

Drink Your Way Across America at Spare Key

A new list boasting a classic cocktail from each of the 50 states—plus Washington, DC—challenges even the most devoted drinker.

06/03/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Drink It Up

Celebrate Out of the Box: Thirsty Thursday

Local libations keep Houstonians hydrated every Thirsty Thursday. Check out some of the hottest bars to enjoy Thursday specials on craft cocktails, margaritas and more.

06/03/2015 By Megha Tejpal

Eat Fresh

Star Ingredient of the Season: Watermelon

At over 90 percent water, almost no other fruit is more refreshing in the hot summer months than watermelon. Here's where to enjoy it at its peak.

06/02/2015 By Megha Tejpal

Drink Up

Becoming a Regular at the Bar

Find your bar or die in the zombie apocalypse. It’s your choice.

06/01/2015 By Kelly Schafler

Feature

Cook Like a Houstonian!

Essential dishes for the home chef

05/31/2015

Editor’s Picks

The 9 Best Restaurants for National Lobster Day

As if you needed an excuse.

05/31/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Editor’s Picks

Where to Eat Now in Galveston

When you hit the beach this summer, you simply can’t miss these local islander favorites.

05/31/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Pour

Ryan Roberts Brings Texas’ Biggest Whiskey Selection to Clear Lake

The exurbs gain a serious cocktail bar within Cullen’s American Grille.

05/31/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt Photography by Kate LeSueur

Restaurant Review

A Trip to Commonwealth

The Washington Avenue establishment shines, just not always in the ways you’d expect.

05/31/2015 By Scott Vogel