Food News & Events

We Want It Meow

Houston's First Cat Café Is Coming to the Heights

El Gato Coffeehouse will open this spring at 508 Pecore Street.

12/20/2016 By Alice Levitt

Global Soul

Kitchen 713 Reopens on Washington Avenue Next Week

The smart, heart-warming food from around the world debuts December 26.

12/19/2016 By Alice Levitt

Tlayuda Time

Hugo's Owners Are Bringing Upscale Oaxacan to Downtown

It's hard to find the beloved Mexican cuisine in Houston — next month, that will change.

12/16/2016 By Alice Levitt

Lunch Break

There's a New Comida Corrida in Town

La Fisheria introduces a quick-and-easy three-course lunch for $12.

12/16/2016 By Katharine Shilcutt

Jolie Laide

Slow Food Houston Dinner Raises Food Waste Awareness

On Thursday, December 15, A Glean Taste brings together top chefs, diners and overlooked edibles.

12/09/2016 By Ellie Sharp

The Truffle Masters

DR Delicacy Brings Houston Its Most Luxurious Edibles

From edible gold leaf to caviar, the two-year-old company is quickly growing its indulgent stock.

12/09/2016 By Alice Levitt

Melt With You

SweetCup Gelato Is Expanding to Garden Oaks

The beloved Montrose gelateria will debut outside the Loop this spring.

12/08/2016 By Alice Levitt

Everyone's a Critic

“Yikes!” These Yelp Reviews of Houston Restaurants Leave Much to Be Desired

We don't choose restaurants based on the popular app, but we do enjoy the spelling choices.

12/08/2016 By Joanna O'Leary

Notes From Underground

The Holiday Burgundy Truffle Menu at Le Mistral Is Worth Every Calorie

In other news, there is a Houston French Corridor and you should be eating there.

12/07/2016 By Alice Levitt

Heart of Glass

Less Than a Year After Its James Beard Win, Oxheart Is Closing

Still haven't scored a reservation? You have until March 15.

12/02/2016 By Alice Levitt

Fried Day

A Chick-fil-A Food Truck is Coming to Houston

2016 is finally looking merry and bright.

12/02/2016 By Jeanne Lyons Davis

Essay

The Critic's Notebook: Point of No Return

In a business based on novelty, repeat performances are rare.

12/01/2016 By Alice Levitt

Nao is the Time

Nao Ramen House Opens Tomorrow in Rice Village

On December 1, the slurping begins at the former 55 Bar & Restaurant.

11/30/2016 By Alice Levitt

Marché de Noël

Can't Get to Europe This Holiday? Rice Village Has a Christmas Market of Its Own

On December 8, the Continent comes to Houston with a slew of Christmas specials.

11/30/2016 By Glissette Santana

Global Gastronomy

Four Years In, Lucille's Is Reborn

The South rises again (with help from Europe and Asia) after a successful dim sum trial run.

11/25/2016 By Alice Levitt

Job Loyalty

Kady Lopez Has Worked at Ninfa's for 40 Years

The Honduras native celebrates four decades with the restaurant on November 25.

11/23/2016 By Alice Levitt

Skewered

What Should You Eat at the Texas Renaissance Festival

A world of food waits at the country's largest Ren faire.

11/22/2016 By Alice Levitt

Come Early for the Carbs

Holla for the Challah at the Village Bakery

The Rice Village bakery may even distract you from discount sheet cakes at Kroger.

11/21/2016 By Joanna O'Leary

Grocery Games

Scott McClelland Tells You Where and What to Eat in Houston

From hummus to the Heights, the president of H-E-B Houston shares his top picks.

11/18/2016 By Alice Levitt

Sweet Treats

4 of Houston's Best Holiday Cookies

One writer's quest for the most satisfying cookie in the Bayou City.

11/17/2016 By Beth Levine

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