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.

Meatless Monday

Where's the Beef at B&W Meat Co.?

The iconic cow sign at the N. Shepherd Dr. meat market is currently missing.

02/09/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Editor’s Picks

Where to Eat in Memorial

Here are 10 restaurants you should be trying out west.

02/08/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Spring Gardening Guide

How to Turn Your Black Thumbs Green

Patiovore owner Jess Haskins used to kill plants; now she teaches Houstonians the secrets of successful urban gardening.

02/08/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Spring Gardening Guide

The Peculiarities of Gardening in Houston (and Why It’s Worth It)

Making the most of mucky soil and microclimates

02/08/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Weighty Matters

Just How Fat Are We?

Like it or not, Houston’s “Fattest City in America” moniker has stuck. But is it true?

02/08/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

In and Out

The Opening & Closing of the Week: Jan 30-Feb 6

Clutch City closes and another Tex-Mex restaurant sets its sights on Houston.

02/06/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Eat Play Love

Valentine's Day Plans for the Tragically Romantic

When a formal dinner at a fancy restaurant just doesn't appeal

02/05/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

In and Out

Texas Cafeteria on Shepherd Closes After 50 Years

The transformation of the N. Shepherd Dr. corridor continues apace.

02/04/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Editor’s Picks

Our Top 10 Romantic Dinner Spots

Get a table at one of Houston's most romantic restaurants, whether for Valentine's Day or date night.

02/04/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Seriously?

Senator Advocates Abolition of Hand-Washing Laws in Restaurants

Senator Thom Tillis has clearly never come down with a nasty case of food poisoning.

02/03/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Fry Daddy

What Is Korean Fried Chicken?

And how is it different from American fried chicken?

02/03/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Taking It to the Streets

Meatless Monday at Taco Nuts

Who says taco trucks aren't vegetarian-friendly?

02/02/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

The Cheesiest

The Making of the Mac 'n' Cheese: Luby's Shares Its Recipe

Put the blue box away and try your hand at Luby's old-fashioned mac 'n' cheese recipe.

02/02/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Food Fight

Two Takes on Som Tam: Which Is Tastiest?

Holley's and True Food Kitchen each have their own versions of the classic Thai salad.

01/30/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

In and Out

The Opening & Closing of the Week: Jan 24-30

The Annex heads to Lower Westheimer and two new Pluckers locations head outside the Loop.

01/30/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Hand Crafted

Buff Brew Celebrates Three Years with a New Beer

Pick up a keg of Buffalo Bayou Brewing Co.'s new Sam's Daily for the same price you'd pay for Miller Lite.

01/29/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Drinking, Not Driving

Going Car-less for a Night: A Bar Crawl on the Metro

A guide to getting lit up on the light rail

01/29/2015 By Emma Hurt

Sweet Treats

Fat Cat Creamery Now Offering Delivery Service

Why wait for the ice cream truck?

01/28/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Data Visualization

The 10 Most Interesting Things We Learned from This TABC Map

This map showing gross receipts for Houston-area bars is the coolest thing we've seen this year.

01/27/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt Research by Ian Wells

In and Out

Nara Is Closing at the End of January

Chef Donald Chang plans to reopen a new concept elsewhere after closing the West Ave restaurant.

01/26/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt