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.

Food Trucks

The 10 Best Food Trucks Right Now

While plenty of newcomers are hitting the food truck scene, you just can't beat the classics.

03/03/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

Cypress

Where to Eat in Cypress: March 2014

Inner-loopers may be surprised, but Cypress is home to a number of terrific restaurants: Peruvian, Thai, Cuban, barbecue, and more.

03/03/2014 By Phaedra Cook

Coffee

Houston’s 11 Best Coffeeshops

Where to go to get your caffeine fix

03/03/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

Mutt City Mash-ups

The Eatsie Boys's MBLT Is a Family Affair

Showcasing the products of two generations of Marcus men

02/28/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

Dining Outside the Box

The Flat Pops Up

The Montrose lounge is stretching out with a series of planned pop-up dinners.

02/27/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

Festival Food

Ice-Cream Stuffed Cupcakes Are Just the Beginning

Custom Confections—and its chocolate-covered bacon—is ready to rock the Rodeo again this year.

02/26/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

Junque Food

Jason Kerr's Cheeto-Covered Oysters at Lowbrow

An unlikely pairing—or is it?

02/25/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

Closing Time

Say Adios to El Gran Malo This Sunday

You don't have to go home, but you can't stay here.

02/21/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

Mutt City Mash-Ups

How Has a Gyro Taco Never Happened Here Before?

Just because you can do something doesn't mean you should.

02/20/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

Awards Season

Houston Chefs Named Semifinalists for 2014 James Beard Awards

Three Houston chefs recognized as semifinalists for prestigious dining prize.

02/19/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

Brunch Break

Chicken Fried Biscuits at Triniti

Triniti's Texas twist on the buttermilk biscuit.

02/17/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

Anti-Valentine

Tonight: Roach Races and Bug Grub at HMNS

Mixers & Elixers is back for a Valentine's Day special at the Houston Museum of Natural Science.

02/13/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

Breakfast Break

Egg, Meet Muffin

Solving the mystery of how to bake a perfectly poached egg inside a muffin.

02/12/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

Organ Meat

Sweetbreads for the Sweet

A once and future delicacy makes a comeback.

02/11/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

California Cuisine

The Hangtown Fry: Bacon and Fried Oysters, Crossing Borders

The classic San Francisco omelet could easily be replicated here in Houston.

02/10/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

Dept. of Agriculture

Rising Costs Keeping Younger Farmers Out

As the average age of the American farmer rises, so does the cost of getting into the game.

02/05/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

Corn Fed

Recipe: Creamy, Dreamy Cornbread

This naturally gluten-free bread is a staple of the South for good reason.

02/04/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

Where's the Beef?

Turkey Necks: the New Oxtails

This inexpensive cut of meat has flavor to spare.

02/03/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

The E is Silent

The Best Grilles (and Grills)

Why do Houstonians like the name “grill” so much? Probably has something to do with our love of meat.

02/02/2014 By Robb Walsh

Wine

Cowboys and Cabernet

The wine round-up is one of the most successful events at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo.

02/02/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt