‘TIS THE SEASON

Keep It Cozy with Houston’s 11 Best Hot Chocolate Spots

Ho, ho, ho, and a bottle of… er, cup of hot cocoa!

11/14/2022 By Anna Rajagopal and Claire Anderson

Cherry on top

Our Favorite Date-Night Desserts

What’s a night out without giving your sweetie some sugar? These end-of-meal delights may be entirely cold-hearted—frigid to the core—but at the end of the day, it’s just dessert.

06/01/2021 By Timothy Malcolm, Gwendolyn Knapp, and Joanna O'Leary

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

H-Town to Uptown

Coming Soon: A Hugo Ortega and Tracy Vaught Restaurant In Uptown Park

The James Beard-winning chef is planning to open a spot out west.

09/27/2019 By Timothy Malcolm

Pure Re-imagination

Food News: The New Annie Café Is on Its Way

Plus, a winner is crowned in Houston's Iron Bartender competition.

09/16/2019 By Timothy Malcolm

For Tourists and Locals

How to Have the Perfect Foodie Weekend In Houston

Whether it's your first time in H-Town, or you're just reacquainting yourself, here's how to eat like a native.

07/11/2019 By Carlos Brandon

Destination: Downtown

Where to Eat Downtown Right Now

Downtown is now a foodie paradise.

06/25/2019 By Timothy Malcolm

Tequila!

Where to Celebrate National Margarita Day

A number of restaurants and bars are mixing up specials for this all-day happy hour.

02/20/2019 By Timothy Malcolm

Food Coma

Food News: Where to Find Thanksgiving Leftovers at Houston Restaurants

Plus, big honors for Himalaya, Xochi, Bloom & Bee, and Nancy's Hustle.

11/19/2018 By Timothy Malcolm

Best Restaurants 2018

5 Fine Dining Establishments to Visit for a Special Occasion

Or any time, really.

08/17/2018 By Mai Pham

Sommeli-Yeah!

Who Has the Best Wine List in Houston? And Other Food News

Wine Spectator hands out awards to restaurants that paid the entry fee to be considered.

07/13/2018 By Timothy Malcolm

3 Margaritas You Need This Cinco de Mayo

Whether frozen or on the rocks, drink up, y'all.

04/24/2018 By Gwendolyn Knapp

Alternative Proteins

Watching Hugo Ortega Work Might Convince You To Try Ants

Chef Ortega demonstrated his work with insects at UH.

02/20/2018 By Cory Garcia

Houston Rules

Houston Has 12 James Beard Award 2018 Semifinalists

"The Oscars of Food" really likes what Houston is doing.

02/15/2018 By Cory Garcia

Where to Find the Best Chocolate Desserts in Houston

Go on, eat your chocolate-loving heart out.

01/30/2018 By Joanna O'Leary

Best Restaurants 2017

Houston's 10 Best New Restaurants

Not surprisingly in a town known as Mutt City, it’s an eclectic bunch.

08/21/2017 By Alice Levitt Photography by Cooper + Ricca

Restaurant Review

Are the Latest Endeavors from Beard-Recognized Chefs at Xochi and The Pass Worthy of a Medal?

The newest offerings from Houston's top chefs provide much food for thought.

07/18/2017 By Alice Levitt

The Summer of Staycations

Visit a New Side of Houston: Doing Downtown Right

Drink, dance and dine your way across downtown, then burn it off the next day with bikes, bowling and bridge poses in the park.

06/30/2017 By Katharine Shilcutt

10 Brand-New Downtown Restaurants to Dine at Right Now

There's never been a better time to brave the one-way streets and parking meters: Downtown has dressed up for dinner.

06/21/2017 By Katharine Shilcutt

On the Line

Make Your Brunch Reservations at Xochi Now

With Oaxacan delicacies, special cocktails and face-painting, the brand-new buffet is going to be a hot ticket.

03/15/2017 By Alice Levitt