The Barbecue Issue

The Barbecue Issue Central Texas barbecue joints may be getting all the attention these days, but not for long, not if the Bayou City has anything to say about it. Indeed, the scene here is so exciting—with new openings seemingly every week—even hardcore 'cue lovers are having trouble keeping up. Hence, our complete and absolutely up-to-date guide to the best barbecue spots in Houston right now, for both locals and recent arrivals, including Houston Texan Vince Wilfork, who's on our cover. Plus: our 2015 list of Top Doctors in 59 specialties, and a 24-hour surgery makes history here in Houston, thanks to collaboration among institutions at the Texas Medical Center.