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.

Hot Hot Heat

Thai Me Up, Thai Me Down

Thai food in Houston is about to get a whole lot hotter, as a sea change sweeps in.

09/05/2013 By Katharine Shilcutt

Cheap Eats

Breakfast of Champions at Teotihuacan

Where Tex-Mex breakfasts are cheap, cheerful, and hearty.

09/04/2013 By Katharine Shilcutt

Open Road

Dos Texans

Reconnecting with our Texas roots in Brenham and College Station.

09/03/2013 By Katharine Shilcutt

Top Doctors 2013

An Annotated Guide to the Texas Medical Center

How well do you know one of Houston’s treasures?

09/03/2013 Illustrations by Michael Byers By Katharine Shilcutt

Top Doctors 2013

The Man Who Would Reverse Paralysis

Dr. Dong Kim always had faith in stem cells, even when others didn't.

09/03/2013 By Katharine Shilcutt

Million-Dollar IDeas

Finally, Someone Bottled Vietnamese Iced Coffee

A new way to drink an old favorite hits the shelves—invented by a Houstonian, naturally.

09/03/2013 By Katharine Shilcutt

Galleria Grub

A Sneak Peek at Osteria Mazzantini

Chef John Sheely explores his Italian roots at his new rustic-glam Galleria restaurant.

08/30/2013 By Katharine Shilcutt

Coffee Talk

What's the Difference Between a Flat White and Cortado?

One's from Spain, one's from Australia, but there's more to the differences than provenance.

08/28/2013 By Katharine Shilcutt

Suntory Time

All the Japanese Whisky You Can Drink

The best Japanese whisky selection in Houston is at Kata Robata.

08/27/2013 By Katharine Shilcutt

Keeping Tabs

Roost Is Not Roots, and It's Not Closed

Montrose bistro Roost remains the victim of mistaken identity.

08/26/2013 By Katharine Shilcutt

Beer Blog

The Perfect Houston Six-Pack (of Beer)

What would be in your ideal six-pack of Houston craft beer?

08/26/2013 By Katharine Shilcutt

Ramenarama

Slurping Up IKEA's Great Ramen Challenge

Six chefs, $3 worth of ingredients, one winning bowl of ramen.

08/23/2013 By Katharine Shilcutt

Keeping Tabs

Checking In on Sushi Jin

An old West Side favorite is still going strong.

08/22/2013 By Katharine Shilcutt

Hot Dog!

Barking Up the Right Coney at JCI

Matt Marcus is the latest chef to create his own hot dog for James Coney Island: the Mutt Barkus.

08/21/2013 By Katharine Shilcutt

Ramenarama

Building a Better Bowl of Ramen

IKEA challenges seven of Houston's top restaurants to create the best bowl of ramen for only $3.

08/20/2013 By Katharine Shilcutt

Koreatown

Kimchi Fried Rice Returns to Super H Mart

A food stand with an odd name brings back an old favorite.

08/19/2013 By Katharine Shilcutt

First Look

Junior Slump at Jupiter Pizza & Waffle

New restaurant and craft beer bar in Sugar Land needs some time to warm up.

08/16/2013 By Katharine Shilcutt

Lunch Break

Lunch on the Run at Cuchara

The $15 comida corrida gets you three courses on the quick.

08/15/2013 By Katharine Shilcutt

Japandemonium

Stop Buying Grocery Store Sushi for Lunch

Kata Robata's $13 sashimi bento box is the best way to get your raw fish fix at lunch.

08/14/2013 By Katharine Shilcutt

Charitable Chow

Something For Everybody at Backstreet Cafe

With five separate Houston Restaurant Weeks menus, Backstreet Cafe covers all the bases—and beautifully.

08/13/2013 By Katharine Shilcutt