Food News & Events

Cute Look

Food News: Local Design Agency Nominated for James Beard Award

A Heights-based house is up for the branding of a Louisiana restaurant, plus other news.

05/08/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

Fill 'Er Up

Roots Wine Bar Promises Self-Serve Vino

The spot is scheduled to open in the East End this summer.

05/06/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

The Doc Will See You Now

Goode Co. Offers Free COVID-19 Testing for All Workers

The local restaurant company has partnered with a local micro-clinic operator.

05/05/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

Golden Hour

Iconic Montrose Cocktail Bar, Local Cookbook, and 2 Bayou City Chefs Are James Beard Award Finalists

The result was just a little better than last year's, we have to say.

05/04/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

Musical Chairs

Anticipated Downtown Food Hall Has a New Operator

Lyric Market will open in late 2020, according to its new leaders.

05/04/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

Hungry for help

How Houstonians Can Assist Their Food-insecure Neighbors

The coronavirus crisis has had a major impact on Houston's most vulnerable populations. Here's how you can help.

05/01/2020 By Emma Schkloven

Drink From Home

Will Texas Restaurants Be Able to Sell Alcohol To-Go Forever?

Gov. Abbott's tweet hints at a future where it might be so.

04/29/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

A Range of Opinions

Food Establishments Can Reopen Friday: How Restaurants Are Reacting

Why some folks will open their dining rooms, and why others won't.

04/28/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

What Is Sitting?

Restaurants Can Re-open May 1

Establishments can only maintain 25 percent occupancy during a first phase.

04/27/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

Whatever It Takes

Southern Smoke Hits $1 Million Mark in COVID-19 Donations

Plus, more efforts to raise money and feed folks during the pandemic.

04/24/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

Reservations Necessary

Why One Restaurateur Is Opening His Dining Room Friday

Federal American Grill in Hedwig Village is going against county orders.

04/23/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

Drive Up and Drink Up

Common Bond Unveils Quick-Service Concept in the Heights

Popular bakery to sell coffee, pastries, and light bites by drive-thru.

04/20/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

Showing Support

Food News: Rice Village Launches Program to Feed Healthcare Workers

Plus, Bun B's hot chicken sandwich is back.

04/16/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

A Little Going a Long Way

In The Woodlands, Foodies Are Giving Back to Restaurant Workers

A look at a community-based fundraiser doing good for hospitality professionals.

04/15/2020 By Meredith Nudo

COVID-19

The New Normal: Feeding Hospitality Workers in Need

You can donate to a cause that helps feed the unemployed.

04/10/2020 By Samantha Dorisca

COVID-19

Food News: Restaurant Developments as Pandemic Continues

Big donations to feed those affected, plus a ghost hall appears.

04/08/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

Zoom Zoom

While at Home, Spend Some Kitchen Time with a Chef

Cooking classes and tasting events are still happening. You just need an internet connection.

04/08/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

Act Like a Chef

Find Houston Restaurant Favorites, Local Products at H-E-B

The grocery chain is supporting chefs and producers through new partnerships.

04/03/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

Still Smokin'

Where You Can Get Houston's Best BBQ as Takeout

The top pitmasters in Bayou City are still cranking it out.

04/02/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

Spice Up The Quarantine

10 Places To Get Boiled Crawfish Right Now

There are still more than a few spots offering mudbugs for take-home enjoyment.

04/01/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

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