A New Approach

Underbelly Hospitality Opens Georgia James Tavern in Downtown Houston

The new restaurant serves as a casual offshoot to the original Georgia James restaurant.

07/27/2021 By Shelby Stewart

Food News

Join Top Chef Contestants for Juneteenth Dinner

Plus, get a CBD cocktail at UB Preserv, Georgia James, One Fifth, and the Hay Merchant

06/07/2021 By Timothy Malcolm

Put It On the Grill!

Chris Shepherd is Opening a Burger Place

The acclaimed chef has some beef, and he'll bring it to the Houston Farmers Market.

05/28/2021 By Timothy Malcolm

Three Weeks of Meat

Get a Sneak Peek of Georgia James Tavern This June

One Fifth is changing yet again to show off this spinoff of a spinoff.

05/25/2021 By Timothy Malcolm

Food News

Chris Shepherd Makes Big Changes to His Restaurants

Plus, you have only a few more days to get your Roastery fix.

05/11/2021 By Timothy Malcolm

covid sucks

Houston Bar and Restaurant Professionals Reflect on the Pandemic

An oral history of what Covid-19 has done to the Houston hospitality industry.

03/17/2021 By Timothy Malcolm

Fire It Up

Chris Shepherd's Hospitality Group Announces Two New Restaurants

2021 brings us a second and more accessible Georgia James, plus Texas cuisine from Nick Fine.

01/06/2021 By Timothy Malcolm

Feast Your Eyes

We Tried the Houston Restaurant Heat-and-Eat Meals from H-E-B

Which dishes do well after taking them home from the grocery store? We tested them.

04/21/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

Act Like a Chef

Find Houston Restaurant Favorites, Local Products at H-E-B

The grocery chain is supporting chefs and producers through new partnerships.

04/03/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

Eat Local

How to Support Restaurants, Establishments Right Now

Even if you're staying home, you can do something to help local spots.

03/13/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

Sweet Deal

Food News: 50-Cent Kolaches? Get 'Em This Week

Plus, while Yauatcha is leaving, a Canadian restaurant will open in its place.

02/03/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

Hot Day, Hot Scene

Southern Smoke Raises Over $500,000

From Franklin Barbecue brisket to beef shank congee, these were the best bites of the fest.

10/08/2019 By Carlos Brandon

Step One

Chris Shepherd's Cookbook Is True to His Philosophy

The celebrated chef showcases his influences in Cook Like a Local.

08/29/2019 By Timothy Malcolm

Giving Back Even More

Southern Smoke Announces Spring Festival

Get ready for more Franklin BBQ, plus huge Houston steak nights.

01/28/2019 By Timothy Malcolm

APB

Someone Stole Chris Shepherd's Smoker

The acclaimed chef says the trailer was taken around 7 a.m. Monday.

01/07/2019 By Timothy Malcolm

Ho-Ho-Hop To It

Where to Eat for Christmas This Year

Find out where to get takeout for the holidays, too.

12/11/2018 By Timothy Malcolm

Let's Talk Turkey

Where to Eat (or Where to Order from) This Thanksgiving

Whether you want to dine out or have folks over without cooking, we got you covered.

11/14/2018 By Timothy Malcolm

Food News

Restaurant Shake-Up: Star Fish Adds Former Underbelly, La Vista 101 Talent

The Pit Room boss has just added some heft to his growing empire.

11/05/2018 By Timothy Malcolm

Gobble Gobble

Food News: More Thanksgiving Dinners and Deals

Plus, more election day specials. Hey, you can eat for free if you vote!

11/05/2018 By Timothy Malcolm

New Beef

Chris Shepherd's Georgia James Is Opening Tonight

The James Beard-winning chef's long-awaited steakhouse is here.

10/11/2018 By Timothy Malcolm