Katharine is a native Houstonian and seventh-generation Texan who really likes visiting other cities, states and countries but could never imagine living anywhere else than here. She’s been nominated for a James Beard Award and three Association of Food Journalists Awards, taking home the latter twice.

Katharine, a Baylor alum and the former food critic for the Houston Press, came on board at Houstonia in May 2013, serving as features editor and dining editor before taking the reins as managing editor.

For Katharine, the best part of her job is having a turntable in her office and a view of the Houstonia House rooftop tomato garden (and, of course, helping to put out a magazine that showcases the best of her beloved hometown). She regularly represents Houstonia on local TV and radio programs.

Cheap Date

Happy Hour of the Week: Johnny's Gold Brick

Every day is happy hour at this new Heights watering hole.

04/09/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Special Occasion Restaurants

Celebrate Out of the Box at Holley's and Weights + Measures

This week: our picks for a coffee date, a special-occasion seafood dinner and a birthday breakfast

04/08/2015 By Megha Tejpal

Extra Virgin

Bar Menus Increasingly Make Room for Mocktails

The newest trend in the craft cocktail world? The mocktail.

04/08/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Grocery Games

Whole Foods Voss Opens Tomorrow: Here's What to Expect

The new 45,000-square-foot store offers everything from ramen to red snapper (on sale!).

04/07/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Pearls of the Ocean

Consider the Chargrilled Oyster

Oysters—raw or grilled—are all the rage right now. Here's where to get your fill.

04/06/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

In Person

Farting Sock Puppets and Mega Bake Ovens: Alton Brown Live

The final show in Alton Brown's Edible Inevitable tour brought down the house (and thankfully didn't burn it down).

04/05/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

In and Out

The Opening & Closing of the Week: March 28-April 3

A much-lauded cafe closes and a chain prepares to move in.

04/03/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Giving Back

Thur Mix a Lot: Weekly Cocktails for Charity

The weekly cocktail series at Yellow Rose Distilling will support local non-profits.

04/02/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

early risers

Hugs & Donuts Is Now [Soft] Open

The long-awaited donut shop from the H-Town StrEATs gang will have its grand opening Monday.

04/02/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Honors

Is Houston Home to Food & Wine's Best New Chef?

If you cast your vote, it could be.

04/01/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Go Fish

Celebrate Ceviche Season at La Fisheria

It's time to start seeking respite in the cool, crisp, clean flavors of ceviche.

03/31/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Two Alarms

Two Beloved Houston Restaurants Closed by Fires

Bad news comes in twos.

03/31/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Real Estate

Neighborhoods by the Numbers 2015

The comprehensive chart with everything you need to know about 150 of Houston’s hottest neighborhoods.

03/30/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Pour

The Next Big Cocktail Trend? Remove the Booze!

With the arrival of mocktails, Houston’s craft cocktail explosion is now something everyone can enjoy.

03/30/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Editors’ Picks

This Spring’s 10 Hottest Sunday Brunch Spots

In search of Houston’s biggest brunch buffets and most bottomless bellinis

03/30/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Editors’ Picks

10 Places You Should Get Crawfish This Season

‘Tis the season for mudbugs in Houston. Here’s where to get them.

03/30/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Real Estate 2015

Slideshow: Houston on the (High) Rise

The down and dirty on the town’s dozen newest high-rises, offering livability and luxury for lease

03/30/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Real Estate 2015

Houston Real Estate: Experts Predict What Happens Next

We gathered some of Houston’s real estate legends and asked the question on everybody’s mind—what’s really going on with the housing market?

03/30/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Riding the Rail

The Offbeat Path: What to Do Off METRO’s New Green Line

Quirky restaurants, bars, galleries, and cultural spaces abound.

03/30/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

The Big D

What's the Big Deal About Il Cane Rosso?

A very occasional series exploring the why and how of transitory popularity

03/30/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt