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.

In and Out

The Boneyard Drinkery Is Closing Its Doggie Doors

Citing rising rental costs, the popular bar-slash-dog park is closing for good.

11/12/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

Listicles

The Dumbest Article You'll Read About Tex-Mex All Year

The Daily Meal's list of Houston's best Tex-Mex restaurants includes no actual Tex-Mex restaurants.

11/12/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

Break out the stretchy pants

Get Your Gumbo Smackdown Tickets Now

We're shutting down 5th Street this weekend to bring you gumbo from 17 of Houston's best restaurants.

11/12/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

Seasonal Eats

New Fall Menu Debuts at Triniti

An easier-to-digest menu isn't all chef Ryan Hildebrand has up his sleeve for fall.

11/11/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

In and Out

The Opening and Closing of the Week: Nov. 7-13

Finger-licking good

11/07/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

Now Open

First Look at Radio Milano

The newest CityCentre restaurant shakes things up with a big-name chef and a late-night menu.

11/06/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

Coming Soon

Two Upcoming Pop-Ups Bring Brunch, Beer, and Bites

Have you ever tasted pumpkin spice latte-flavored beer? Want to?

11/05/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

Home for the Holidays

What If: Randy Rucker's Third Coast Thanksgiving

How different would our traditional Thanksgiving dinner look if the Pilgrims landed on the Gulf Coast?

11/04/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

Grocery Giants

A Sneak Peek at the New Whole Foods Market on Post Oak

An in-house brewery isn't all this shiny new store has in, well, store.

11/04/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

Dining Deals

Curry and a Pint Night at The Queen Vic

Monday nights at The Queen Vic, get a full meal for $17.

11/03/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

Editor’s Picks

Houston’s 7 Best African Restaurants

Eat your way across an entire continent with South African sosaties, Nigerian sausage rolls, Ghanian pepper soup, and more.

11/03/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

Cocktails

Recipe: Kiran’s Pumpkin Martini

Ring in the fall with this velvety-smooth seasonal cocktail.

11/03/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

Think Outside the Sandbox

Preschools’ Educational Philosophies: a Guide

Sorting out the schools of thought

11/03/2014 By Catherine Matusow and Katharine Shilcutt

In and Out

The Opening and Closing of the Week: Oct. 31-Nov. 6

Tune in to Radio Milano at CityCentre, as El Tiempo tunes out a Webster location before it even opens.

10/31/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

traditions

The H-Town Gut Pack: Only at Revival Market This Saturday

This twisted take on a Frito pie features chopped brisket sausage, house-made corn chips, and more.

10/31/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

Freshly Baked

First Look at Pondicheri Bake Lab + Shop

Pondicheri meets Penzey's meets Revival Market meets Sur La Table

10/30/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

In and Out

They're Paving 1308 and Putting Up a Mid-Rise

Who needs zoning?

10/29/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

In-State Rivalry

Is Houston a Texas Travel Destination?

Houston ranking No. 36 on Texas Highways's Travel Destinations list wasn't the only surprise, especially when you see which city was No. 3.

10/29/2014 By Chris Abshire

Meatless Monday

Nutritious, Delicious Nopales

Try a taco or two at Laredo Taqueria.

10/27/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

In and Out

The Opening and Closing of the Week: Oct. 24-30

On the menu: foie gras nachos and chocolate-chili-oatmeal cookies

10/24/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt