Fried Dough

An Ode to Christy's Donuts

Reliable and delicious, the donuts, kolaches, and pastries hit all the right spots.

06/17/2019 By Joanna O'Leary

Goodbye, Pie

Dacapo's Pastry Cafe to Shutter Next Month

The longtime Heights favorite is baking its last pies in late September.

08/24/2018 By Timothy Malcolm

9 Coffee Shops With Great Food

Oh, and the coffee's good, too.

03/28/2018 By Brooke Viggiano

Cool Beans

Our 10 Favorite Coffee Shops in the Suburbs

From Spring to Richmond—here's where to get caffeinated without going to the city.

07/06/2017 By Allyson Waller

Moo-ving On Up

Sugar Rush: Moo Moo Sweet House

A Spring sweet spot is way more than a bubble tea joint.

03/28/2017 By Alice Levitt

Sweet & Petite

The Cake Boss Has Arrived in The Woodlands

Would you stand in line for one of Buddy's lobster tails?

02/28/2017 By Emily Juhasz

Butter Up

Searching For The Best Croissants in Houston? Try These First

Because no happier marriage between butter and flour exists in breakfast pastry form.

12/12/2016 By Joanna O'Leary

Young & Beautiful

Our Latest Obsession: Ube Brazo de Mercedes at Filipiniana Restaurant + Bakery

The next generation in the Filipiniana dynasty introduces modern Filipino cuisine to Houston.

11/28/2016 By Alice Levitt

Il Est Cinq Heures

Sugar Rush: Pâtisserie Paris Je T’aime

This Westchase bakery isn't your average French sweet shop.

11/08/2016 By Alice Levitt

Tout Savory

Some of the Best Things at Tout Suite Café Aren't Sweet

Don't skip the pastries, but do save room for excellent vegetarian fare.

08/31/2016 By Joanna O'Leary

Cheap Eats

The Affordable Riches of Chinatown

It’s easy to fill up at Dun Huang Plaza, but don’t forget the other six square miles of Bellaire Boulevard surrounding you.

05/31/2016 By Alice Levitt

Cheap Eats

Lunch Break: Sandwiches for a Song

Look beyond the banh mi (but also, don’t forget the banh mi).

05/31/2016 By Alice Levitt and Katharine Shilcutt

Puffed Up

Sugar Rush: Choux Much

Forget macarons and cupcakes—Houston now has a cream puff delivery service.

05/11/2016 By Alice Levitt

Poppin' Fresh

A First Look at Julie's French Pastries

A new bakery in Memorial is focusing on all things French, from croissants to crepes.

06/17/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

King of Kings

Where to Find the Best King Cakes in Houston

These classic Mardi Gras pastries taste best when they're faithful to their Louisiana roots.

01/14/2015 By Chris Abshire

Pan Dulce

The Wonder That Is El Bolillo Bakery

Looking for Houston's best Mexican bakery? Look no further.

11/04/2014 By Russell van Kraayenburg

Pan Dulce

The Gringo’s Guide to Pan Dulce

Don’t know your conchas from your cuernos? We’re here to help.

06/30/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt