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.

Pets Guide

Barks and Recreation: Houston’s 10 Best Dog Parks

It’s a good time to be a pooch in the Bayou City.

03/09/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Health

Dining in the Med Center, Where Health and Disease Collide

If you thought the world’s biggest hospital district would have healthier dining options, think again.

03/09/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

In and Out

The Opening & Closing of the Week: Feb 28-Mar 6

Mutt City cuisine makes itself at home on Washington Avenue.

03/06/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Brew News

Galveston Island Brewing Now Offering Brewery Tours

Just in time for Spring Break, here's yet another reason to head south to the shore.

03/06/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Tis the Seasoning

Now at NextDoor Bar & Lounge: Crawfish Sundays

This weekend: $7 a pound for crawfish plus corn and potatoes.

03/05/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Breakfast

Eat This Now: Sausage and Gravy Kolache at Kolache Factory

The easiest way to eat biscuits and gravy on the go

03/05/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Carnie Cuisine

Rodeo-Goers Eat a Ton of Food Each Year...Literally

Concerts, carnival rides, and calf roping aside, the main attraction at the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo is the food.

03/04/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Turkish Delight

Try a Turkish Pizza at Istanbul Grill

The Turkish versions of pizza and pasta are so good you may never go back to the Italian stuff.

03/04/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Start Me Up

Maine-ly Sandwiches Turns to Kickstarter for Capital

The successful sandwich shop has hit a snag, and is now asking customers for help.

03/03/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Cheap Eats

Big Eyed Fish's Express Lunch Is Low but Slow

Come prepared for a terrific lunch—just make it a long one.

03/03/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Meatless Monday

Eat This Now: Mushroom Toast at Weights + Measures

This far-from-basic breakfast demands your attention.

03/02/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Food on Film

Dinner and a Movie: Catch Chef at Kris Bistro

You'll be ready to dive into dinner after a screening of Chef this Thursday.

03/02/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

'Cue News

Two Alternative Barbecue Fixes for Rodeo Season

Including a BBQ burger topped with chicken-fried bacon because why not?

02/27/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

In and Out

The Opening & Closing of the Week: Feb 21-27

Saying ciao and ciao to a couple of Italian institutions.

02/27/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

The Sweet Stuff

A Houston Baker Goes to Battle at Rice University

This weekend's Veterans Business Battle may or may not be a cakewalk for local baker Jody Stevens.

02/26/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

For a Limited Time Only

Chef German Mosquera Pops Up at Aces of Taste on March 5

The former chef of La Colombe d'Or dishes up a special, one-time-only dinner.

02/26/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Keeping Kosher

Whole Foods Has Your Passover Hookup This Year

An expanded kosher product line hits shelves just in time for Passover

02/25/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

In and Out

The Opening & Closing of the Week: Feb 14-20

A French farewell and a third location for a local favorite

02/20/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

It's Chinatown

In Honor of Chinese New Year, Try Something New

...namely, Chinese breakfast at Golden Panda.

02/19/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Little Luxuries

Eat This Now: Jarred Egg at Table 57

This tempting, truffled brunch item brings a taste of LA to Houston.

02/19/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt