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.

A Family Guide to Houston

Houston’s Best Parks Outside the Loop

Who says there’s nothing to do outside the Loop?

08/03/2014 By John Lomax and Katharine Shilcutt

Houston Craft Beer Guide

Houston’s 6 Best Beer Bars

A great beer bar is more than just a huge tap list—it takes knowledgeable staff, good taste in selection, and excellent ambiance to make the cut.

08/03/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt Photography by Max Burkhalter

Houston Craft Beer Guide

Growlers: a Guide

How to enjoy your favorite draft beers, fresh at home

08/03/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

Houston Craft Beer Guide

The Houstonia Beer Glossary

If you’re going to drink beer, better make sure you know the lingo.

08/03/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

Houston Craft Beer Guide

The Experts Have Spoken: Houston’s 5 Best Breweries

A tense discussion

08/03/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

Sweet Treats

Our 7 Favorite Donut Destinations

The donut is on the rise—here are 7 spots to try Houston's best versions of fried dough.

07/31/2014 By Emily Donaldson

Houston Craft Beer Guide

The Houstonia Seasonal Six-Pack Now at Whole Foods

Featuring six of our editors’ favorite local beers

07/29/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

Downtown Dining

Jonathan Jones Is Back in a Big Way at El Big Bad

A modern Tex-Mex menu that's just different enough is El Big Bad's recipe for success.

07/29/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

New & Notable

Ninja Ramen's New Approach on Washington Avenue

Ninja Ramen offers one thing and one thing only: ramen.

07/28/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

Now Open

The Honeymoon Is Just Beginning

New cafe and bar on Main Street brings a slice of New Orleans to downtown Houston.

07/24/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

culinary ethnography

Schnitzel with a Side of Culture at Heights General Store

The Heights General Store blends Texan, Southern, and Cajun influences into one delicious menu.

07/23/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

Korean Cosmetics

Why You Should Slather Your Skin with Snail Slime

Or, at least, why it won't hurt.

07/23/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

Editor’s Picks

Houston’s Finest Wine Lists

It doesn’t matter if you’re a connoisseur or just a budding oenophile—if you like wine, here’s where you should be drinking it.

07/22/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

New & Notable

First Look at Dosi Restaurant + Soju Bar

This modern take on Korean food is full of surprises—the good kind.

07/21/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

Cheers

Tonight: Sunsets and Suds at The Grove

Wind down your evening with craft beer in the park at The Grove in Discovery Green.

07/16/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

Burger Bites

Grubbing Down at Grub Burger Bar

The College Station import is drawing crowds at CityCentre.

07/15/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

Just Desserts

The S'Mores Macaron at Sweet Houston

What the world has long needed

07/14/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

Newsfix

Video: Where To Go for the Best Mexican Food in Houston

How do we know the best of all the Mexican restaurants in Houston? Been there, ate that.

07/14/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

Fierce Competition

And the Winners of the 2014 Burger Bash Are...

Ten of Houston's best burger joints brought their best burger game at last night's inaugural Burger Bash.

07/11/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

Reader Responses

About That Mural at El Big Bad

Don't judge a book by its cover (or a mural by its rabbits).

07/09/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt