Marrying cuisines

10 Must-Try Fusion Dishes in Houston Right Now

From bagel naan to brisket fried rice, these Houston fusion dishes mix culture and creativity in every bite.

10/15/2025 By Brittany Britto Garley, Erica Cheng, and Sofia Gonzalez

Send Noods

Houston’s First Korean Ramen Convenience Store Opens in Asiatown

Ramen Alley brings South Korea’s 24-hour convenience store culture—DIY ramen bowls, K-snacks, and K-pop vibes—to Houston’s dining scene.

10/01/2025 By Erica Cheng

Eat, Drink, Hou

What to Eat, Drink, and Do in Houston This Weekend: August 15

Dine like Astros star José Altuve, sip award-winning cocktails, and explore one of Houston’s coolest underground spaces.

08/15/2025 By Brittany Britto Garley and Houstonia Staff

Big D

A Grumpy Local’s Guide to Actually Enjoying Dallas

Here’s what makes the city an exciting place to visit right now. No, really.

07/07/2025 By Amanda Albee

Drink Culture

Asian Ingredients Star in Some of Houston’s Best Cocktails

Local restaurants are giving their bar menus Vietnamese, Japanese, Chinese, and Korean flair.

11/16/2023 By Lauren McDowell

Some like it hot

The 25 Spiciest Dishes in H-Town

We dare you to try them all.

07/16/2021 By Timothy Malcolm

"Yum" is the universal language

How People Celebrate the Fall Harvest around the World

With Thanksgiving approaching, we look at how countries across the globe give appreciation for their food.

11/23/2020 By Aarohi Sheth

Meat, Rice, and Everything Nice

Our 10 Favorite Korean Spots in Houston

From barbecue to noodles to extra-crispy fried chicken, here are our recommendations across the city.

08/25/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

Eat At Home

What We're Ordering Out: Hot New Thai and Massive Burgers

We sample some fare at a few of Houston's newer restaurants in this week's takeout round-up.

08/12/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

Buzzworthy

For Its Next Trick, Dak & Bop Is Reinventing Pasta

A blending of Korean and Italian makes the new Timbergrove location stand out.

02/19/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

Food Hall Guide

Politan Row in Rice Village is a Swanky Mid-Century Market

The upscale locale offers chefs an opportunity to grow.

01/30/2020 Photography by Timothy Malcolm

Lining Up

Here's What You Need to Know About Katy's New H Mart

City or suburb dweller, it's worth shopping the latest addition to the Korean grocery chain.

09/24/2018 By Alice Levitt

Food & Wine Road Trips

6 Hotspots For Austin's Asian Cuisine Boom

From temaki to tomatillo steamed buns, we got you covered.

09/21/2018 By Veronica Meewes

Bingsu, Baby

Delicious Korean Shaved Ice Arrives In Katy

Topped with fruit, these creations are sticky sweet, creamy and cooling.

09/14/2018 By Sandy Tang

The Essential Guide to Asiatown

4 Noodle Bowls You Need to Know About

Stir-fried or in a soup, a bowl of noodles speaks directly to the soul in any language, across all cuisines.

06/22/2018 By Katharine Shilcutt

Best of Asiatown

The Houstonian's Essential Guide to Asiatown

55 things to do, see and eat

06/22/2018 By Houstonia Staff

From Korean Barbecue to Hot Pot, the 9 Best Restaurants to Cook Your Own Food

Those who prefer to be behind the grill (or bowl) will love these spots.

12/04/2017 By Alice Levitt

Bowled Over

Republic Diner Is Back October 3 With a New Ramen Menu

The Heights Korean eatery is serving up free noodles to celebrate.

10/02/2017 By Alice Levitt

Meat Up

Recipe: You Don't Need a Grill to Make Korean Galbi Jjim at Home

A slow cooker can do many things, including transform a KBBQ classic.

08/15/2017 By Eubin Kim

Conflict Cuisine

Recipe: Time to Chill With Korean Dongchimi

You'll need soju, Sprite and patience to make this uncommon kimchi.

07/11/2017 By Eubin Kim

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