Cocktails

Recipe: This Summer, Gin is In

Unappreciated for far too long, gin makes a comeback.

06/02/2014 By Phaedra Cook

Barbecue

Is Killen’s BBQ Really The Best in Texas?

Barbecue that’s worth the drive, the wait, and then some

06/02/2014 By Robb Walsh Photography by Kate LeSueur

Weekend Plans

When's the Best Time to Visit Coltivare?

At lunch. Yes, it's open for lunch.

05/30/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

In Vino Veritas

Bartender Beat: Gino at Niel's Bahr

He'll make you a Palpatini cocktail, but this geek who drinks is more of a Scotch man.

05/30/2014 By Alice Alsup

Now Open

First Look at Lillo & Ella

Roost owner Kevin Naderi opens a brand-new restaurant with a brand-new vibe (and a brand-new bar).

05/29/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

Slideshow

First Look at Kevin Naderi's New Lillo & Ella

05/29/2014

LAWSUITS

Lawsuit Claims “New” Marfreless Is a Fake

Rival owners of legendary River Oaks make-out bar can't make up.

05/29/2014 By John Lomax

A Burger a Day

Houston's Best Burgers for National Hamburger Day

May 28 is National Hamburger Day—but every day is burger day in Houston.

05/28/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

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

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