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.

Sweet Deals

Urban Eats Offers Cheap Eats over Christmas Week

Get coffee and a croissant for $5 at the new Washington Avenue shop.

12/16/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

Bright and Bubbly

Caracol's Champagne Cocktail Gets a Wall Street Spotlight

Shades of Life puts a new spin on an old party staple.

12/15/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

Meatless Monday

Butternut Squash Salad at Coltivare

Who says a salad needs lettuce?

12/15/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

In and Out

The Opening & Closing of the Week: Dec 5-11

Gino's East brings real-deal Chicago deep dish to town.

12/12/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

Dining Deals

Roost Celebrates Three Years with $3 Cauliflower

For one week only, the legendary cruciferous dish is 60 percent off.

12/11/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

In and Out

The Liberty Kitchen Gang Is Taking Over The El Cantina

Get ready for Tex-Mex chicken fried steak.

12/11/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

Eat This Now

Dish of the Week: Mac Étouffée at Beaver's

If gumbo can be served over potato salad, why not étouffée over mac 'n' cheese?

12/11/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

A Coffee By Any Other Name

What's In a Name? The Moroccan Cortado at Coco

You can't always get what you want

12/10/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

Low-Cal Comfort

First Look at Kitchen 713's Modern Soul Food

The Second Ward gets some more soul.

12/10/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

Better Than Starbucks

Cranberries, Cocoa Butter, and Caffeine: The Falalalala Lalala Latte

Drink in the holiday season at Doshi House.

12/09/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

Cold Weather Comfort Food

Winter Is Coming: Stock Up on Pierogie

For a Polish kid from upstate New York, there is only one place in Houston where December feels right: Polonia.

12/09/2014 By Cort McMurray

Low Budget Leisure

This Winter, Make a Cheap Date at Alamo Drafthouse

A $5 movie ticket and an inexpensive late-night menu are just a few of the presents Alamo Drafthouse has in store this season.

12/08/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

In and Out

The Opening & Closing of the Week: Nov 29-Dec 4

Swapping one fried chicken joint for another

12/05/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

Breakfast Battle

Christy's Donuts Introduces a Boudin Kolache

How does this bid to compete with Shipley Do-nuts pan out?

12/04/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

We Want You

Beans in Chili—Yes or No? Take Our Comfort Food Survey

When it comes to comfort food, we want to know what matters most to you—so tell us.

12/04/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

Cheers!

Houstonia's Winter Six-Pack Now Available at Whole Foods

Warm up this winter with our curated selection of Houston's best seasonal craft beers.

12/03/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

In and Out

Christian's Tailgate in West Houston Now Open

The Energy Corridor now has one more place for burgers and beer.

12/02/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

Spirited Away

Is Alba Huerta the Best Bartender in America?

The woman behind Julep makes the cover of Southwest Airlines' in-flight magazine.

12/01/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

Best Bars 2014

Houston’s Best Beer Bars: An Addendum

A few more local favorites to add to August 2014’s best-of list.

11/30/2014 Edited by Katharine Shilcutt By Dan Derozier, Catherine Matusow, Chris Abshire, and Sarah Rufca Nielsen

Best Bars 2014

4 Bars For Fun & Games

Trivia is just the beginning.

11/30/2014 Edited by Katharine Shilcutt By Dan Derozier, Catherine Matusow, Chris Abshire, and Sarah Rufca Nielsen