Oscars of Food

Here Are Houston’s 2026 James Beard Awards Finalists

Six Houston chefs and restaurants are moving forward as finalists.

03/31/2026 By Sofia Gonzalez

Drum roll, please

Here Are Houston’s 12 James Beard Award Semifinalists for 2026

The “Oscars of Food” released its semifinalist list, with several Houston chefs and restaurants earning national recognition.

01/21/2026 By Sofia Gonzalez

Michelin Moment

Which Houston Restaurants Deserve a Michelin Star in 2025?

As the Michelin Guide prepares to announce its new stars, Houstonia is asking readers which local restaurants deserve recognition this year.

09/03/2025 By Brittany Britto Garley

The Michelin Moment

The Michelin Guide Returns to Houston to Crown Texas’s Top Restaurants

Houston is once again hosting the ceremony for one of the most prestigious dining guides in the world. Here’s what’s in store—and what’s at stake.

08/15/2025 By Brittany Britto Garley

Oscars of Food

Announcing Houston's James Beard Award Finalists for 2025

Houston finally does well in the nominee round, with four local restaurants and chefs advancing in this year's awards.

04/02/2025 By Sofia Gonzalez

Oscars of Food

Check Out Houston's James Beard Award Semifinalists for 2025

A total of 13 restaurants in the Houston area made the list in regional and national categories.

01/22/2025 By Sofia Gonzalez

#HOTY

Introducing Our Houstonian(s) of the Year

Houstonia's inaugural award is a twofer.

11/18/2024 Edited by Emma Balter

Stars & Bibs

Behind the Scenes of the Texas Michelin Guide Ceremony

Here’s what the star-studded, invite-only event was really like.

11/12/2024 By Sofia Gonzalez and Emma Balter

Oscars of Food

Houston's Tatemó Is Officially a James Beard Award Finalist

Chef Emmanuel Chavez is the only local nominee in this year's awards.

04/03/2024 By Sofia Gonzalez

Oscars of Food

Check Out Houston's James Beard Award Semifinalists for 2024

A total of 11 restaurants in the city have made the list in regional and national categories.

01/24/2024 By Daniel Renfrow

Awards and Accolades

A Houston Chef and 2 Restaurants Are Finalists in the 2023 James Beard Awards

This year's nominees are chef Benchawan Jabthong Painter of Street to Kitchen, Tatemó, and Nancy's Hustle.

03/29/2023 By Daniel Renfrow

HOUSTON BEAT

8 of the Most Houston Moments at this Year’s Grammys

From Bey to Lizzo Houston was well represented across a number of musical categories this year.

02/07/2023 By Shelby Stewart

Business

Houstonians Inducted into the 2022 Texas Business Hall of Fame Class

Four of the six new inductees hail from Houston.

04/12/2022 By Shelby Stewart

New changes

Here's What Houston Was Up To Last Week, January 24

New changes at Guard and Grace, and H-E-B's Scott McClelland announces his retirement.

01/24/2022 By Shelby Stewart

Food Awards

The James Beard Foundation Opens Call for 2022 Entries

The honorary awards are accepting submissions after a two-year hiatus.

10/18/2021 By Craig Hayes Edited by Shelby Stewart

Making a Difference

Houston Food Bank President Brian Green Recognized For Pandemic Leadership Efforts

50 out of 300 executives were chosen for the award.

10/15/2021 By Sofia Gonzalez

High fashion

Here's What Houston Celebs Were Up to Last Week

NYFW appearances, award show nominations, and more.

09/13/2021 By Shelby Stewart

Top contenders

Houston Artists Top the List for 2021 VMA Nominations

Beyoncé, Megan thee Stallion and more nominated in multiple categories.

08/16/2021 By Shelby Stewart

Genius, Genius!

Four Must-Reads from Cristina Rivera Garza, Houston’s Newest MacArthur Genius

The renowned novelist, poet, and educator was recently named one of this year’s Fellowship recipients. After reading these pieces, you’ll see exactly why.

10/12/2020 By Kaitlyn Miller

All Eyes on their Prizes

Houston Author Bryan Washington Wins Another Major Book Award

Plus three Houston-connected writers win Pulitzers.

05/14/2020 By Emma Schkloven