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.

Restaurant Report

Ba Mien Bistro Reopens

The best little Vietnamese bistro in Champions Forest is reopening after repairs.

07/17/2013 By Katharine Shilcutt

Pub Grub

Runaway Radio and a Surprising Steak Night

Outlaw Dave's Worldwide Headquarters offers a serious steal on Monday nights.

07/16/2013 By Katharine Shilcutt

Midtown and Down

The Good Life Keeps Its Promise

A casual Midtown bar with a surprising food menu makes a great happy hour destination.

07/12/2013 By Katharine Shilcutt

Catch of the Day

Maine-ly Sandwiches Moves to Montrose

The best lobster roll in Houston will soon be a lot closer to town.

07/12/2013 By Katharine Shilcutt

East End Eats

Pupusas for All at El Petate

The sampler platters at El Petate let you enjoy the entire menu at once.

07/11/2013 By Katharine Shilcutt

Corner Shop

A Fresh Start in a New Space

Help support artisanal quirk.

07/11/2013 By Katharine Shilcutt

Burger Beat

A Chip Off the Old Block

The burgers at The Chopping Block may look familiar, but do they measure up?

07/10/2013 By Katharine Shilcutt

It's Chinatown

French Toast and Wings the Hong Kong Way

Forget wings and waffles; at House of Bowls, chicken wings and Hong Kong-style French toast reign supreme.

07/09/2013 By Katharine Shilcutt

Taco Trail

In Search of Houston's Best Tacos at Sunny Flea Market

Houston's best tacos just might be at its largest flea market.

07/08/2013 By Katharine Shilcutt

Cooking Out

Get Your Grill On: It's Not Too Late

Two favorite Houston meat markets are open on the Fourth of July, with plenty of specials in stock.

07/03/2013 By Katharine Shilcutt

Restaurant Report

Don't Panic; Taqueria La Macro Isn't Closed

The popular Northside taqueria is closing its doors temporarily for a much-needed expansion.

07/02/2013 By Katharine Shilcutt

Brunch Box

What Time Is Brunch?

When does the most amorphous meal of the week start, and when does it end?

07/01/2013 By Katharine Shilcutt

Good For You Grub

A Radical New Direction

Radical Eats leaves its Northside home and vegan-only menu behind, setting its sights on Montrose.

06/28/2013 By Katharine Shilcutt

Beer & Food

Haven Puts On a Wonder-Full Dinner

An 8th Wonder beer dinner at Haven brings chefs and suds together.

06/27/2013 By Katharine Shilcutt

Spirited Discussion

Lei Low Brings Tiki to New Heights

A new Sunset Heights joint will be Houston's one and only Tiki Bar.

06/26/2013 By Katharine Shilcutt

Spirited Discussion

"Hey Bartender" Serves Up a Sloppy Cocktail Doc

A new documentary on the rise of craft cocktails forgets there's still a long way to go.

06/25/2013 By Katharine Shilcutt

Food News

Houston Press Fills Food Critic Position

Welcome Kaitlin Steinberg to the big, bawdy, belly-filling Bayou City.

06/24/2013 By Katharine Shilcutt

Happiest Hours

God Bless Américas's New Happy Hour Menu

The $5 bar bites at Américas aren't your average happy hour pub grub.

06/21/2013 By Katharine Shilcutt

Catch of the Day

Jean-Philippe Gaston's New Tasting Menus Dazzle at Cove

The Wednesday-only tasting menus are as close to Nobu as you'll get in Houston.

06/20/2013 By Katharine Shilcutt

Pub Grub

Something Wicked This Way Comes

The Sandy Witch sandwich shop: opening soon inside Grand Prize Bar.

06/19/2013 By Katharine Shilcutt