Some like it hot

The Wide World of International Spicy Cuisine

From Mexican to Chinese, traverse the globe's spiciest flavor profiles right here in Houston.

07/13/2021 By Carlos Brandon

You Have Time!

6 Beer, Brunch, and More Foodie Finds for Father's Day

Book that table or buy that kit. Dad will never know you waited this long.

06/15/2021 By Shivani Parmar

pooch perfect

18 Houston Pet Services and Activities That Are Squad Goals

Pet shops, parks, hotels, groomers, and other hot spots that are simply the best for treating your pet—and yourself—right.

05/14/2021 By Gwendolyn Knapp, Laura Furr Mericas, and Kaitlyn Miller

Back to the Garden

Michelin Star Restaurant Concept Coming this Spring to the MFAH

Le Jardinier and Cafe Leonelli will open soon with some serious names behind them.

01/13/2021 By Timothy Malcolm

Shop Local

Check out These Awesomely Creative Black-Owned Businesses

Back the “Buy Black” movement at these H-Town shops.

11/27/2020 By Denise Cathey, Catherine Wendlandt, Rebecca Noel, and Laura Furr Mericas

take me out

Comfort Food Takeout Guide: Midtown/Fourth Ward

Biscuits and gravy, sandwiches, classic creole, and sumptuous ramen.

10/15/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

Fresh Baked

Food News: Restaurant Featuring Houston's Bread Man Set to Open

Plus, a popular New York-inspired delicatessen is moving ... which means another local mainstay is closing.

08/10/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

Barrel of Fun

No Monkeying Around: Bar Owners Plot New Concept in GOOF

The folks behind a Northside spot will take over the former Petrol Station space.

08/03/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

Food Hall Guide

New Food Halls to Look Forward to in 2020

In addition to two new Conservatory locations, expect markets to open in Midtown, Downtown, and more.

01/30/2020 By Timothy Malcolm and Gwendolyn Knapp

RIP

Shocker: The Pass and Provisions to Shutter

One of Houston's most acclaimed restaurants is shutting its doors this weekend.

05/24/2019 By Timothy Malcolm

Can't Go Wrong With Pancakes and Eggs: Our 8 Favorite Diners

For when you need some old-fashioned diner food.

02/28/2018 By Joanna O'Leary

Opa!

Montrose's Greek Festival is Back, and So Are Those Amazing Dancers

"It’s something that’s so essential to Greek life. You dance at baptisms, at weddings. It connects you to your heritage.”

10/04/2017 By Holly Beretto

Comfort Food

H-E-B Lets You Bring Luby's Mac 'n' Cheese Home

To celebrate the cafeteria's 70th birthday, the grocery chain adds the cult noodles to its frozen food stock.

12/02/2016 By Alice Levitt

Enfants Terribles

A Kid Chef's Dish Will Be Added to Luby's Menu

The restaurant chain and Houston-based non-profit Homemade Hope partner up for a junior chef cooking competition.

08/18/2016 By Abby Eastman

Houstonia Events

Video: 2nd Annual Sunday Bloody Sunday

On April 24, 2016 downtown Houston was home to those that love Bloody Marys and prefer brunch.

04/25/2016 Videography by Shannon O'Hara

Better with Butter

To-Die-For Recipe: Brennan’s Pasta Ellen

Cook like the pros.

03/01/2016 By Catherine Matusow

Restaurant Review

Crossing Over: Southern Goods and Brick & Mortar Kitchen

We visit two new foodie destinations, unlikely only at first glance.

11/03/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Rise and Shine

Houston's 11 Best Brunches Before 11

If it's only served after 11 a.m., it's just lunch with eggs.

07/23/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Houstonia Events

Video: A Look Back at Burger Bash 2015

Over 400 Houstonians came out to CITYCENTRE to vote on this year’s best burger.

06/25/2015 Videography by Shannon O'Hara With Marianna Corcoran

Novel Drinks

Summer Books and Summer Cocktails

A roundup of classic American authors, their favorite drinks and where to get them in Houston.

06/22/2015 By Nick Esquer