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Houston Chefs Receive Two 2026 James Beard Awards

By Irina Mirochnitchenko on Jun. 16, 2026

Great news for all local and visiting foodies! Houston received two 2026 James Beard Foundation Awards (a.k.a. the Oscars of the culinary world) at a black-tie gala held on June 15 at the Lyric Opera in Chicago. The first award of the night went to chef Adrian Torres (Maximo) in the Emerging Chef category on the national level. This is only the second time Houston has been awarded on the national level. The first national prize went to Julep for the Outstanding Bar Program in 2022. Evelyn…

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Asian Restaurant Weeks in Houston

By Patrick Magee on Apr. 24, 2026

Indulge in Houston's Asian Cuisine Scene for a Good Cause AAPI Restaurant Weeks returns for the seventh year! This foodie-perfect event runs May 1-June 15 and not only supports Houston’s vibrant Asian & Pacific Islander restaurateurs, but every ticket purchased provides one bag of rice to a senior citizen in H-Town. This works a little differently from the popular Houston Restaurant Weeks, which happen in August. To participate, make a $15 donation here. You’ll receive a QR code that unlocks…

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Houston’s the 2026 James Beard Award Finalists

By Irina Mirochnitchenko on Apr. 08, 2026

With six finalists across different categories, Houston is shining once again on the regional and national levels on the list of finalists for the 2026 James Beard Awards, considered among the nation's most prestigious honors, recognizing exceptional talent in the culinary and food industries. The winners will be celebrated at the James Beard Restaurant and Chef Awards ceremony on Monday, June 15, 2026, at the Lyric Opera of Chicago. On a personal level, the James Beard Awards continue to impact…

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Easter Brunches in Houston

By Patrick Magee on Mar. 23, 2026

From egg hunts to tableside visits from the Easter Bunny, Houston’s brunch scene is pulling out all the stops this year. You can kick off the morning with a live DJ and over-the-top balloon art at State Fare, pet live bunnies in the historic courtyard at Brennan’s, or head to the Hotel Granduca for a festive morning hunt. Whether you’re in the mood for a buzzy, festive hangout or a more polished family tradition, these H-Town favorites have the perfect table waiting. REMI at Hotel Granduca…

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Houston’s the 2026 James Beard Award Semifinalists

By Patrick Magee on Mar. 18, 2026

We know Houston is a world-class food city, but doesn’t a compliment always mean more when someone else says it? Lately, Houston’s dining scene is getting lots of props. The LA Times recently named Houston the 2026 Top Food City, lauding it as a “culinary powerhouse” and “fiercely independent.” While Michelin's 2024 arrival brought a fresh wave of accolades, the gold standard has long been the James Beard Awards. Since 1991, the Beards have been spotlighting Houston’s culinary elite — a legacy…

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Long Weekend Opens in The Heights Bringing Ranch-Inspired Dining

By Visit Houston on Mar. 09, 2026

Get ready for a new dining experience in The Heights! Just in time for the rodeo season, Long Weekend, a cozy ranch-inspired restaurant brought to life by the talented husband-and-wife team, Paige and Andrew Alvis, officially opened its doors at 2044 E. TC Jester on March 4, 2026. Designed as the perfect spot for food lovers, families, and neighbors to connect, this venue brings together delicious wood-fired Western cuisine with a delightful breakfast café, all within a welcoming indoor-outdoor…

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Eat Drink HTX

By Patrick Magee on Jan. 27, 2026

Get your forks ready, Houston! The sister event of Houston Restaurant Weeks is back for the fifth year. Eat Drink HTX will run from February 15th through February 28 th . Whether you’re a suburban foodie or an Inner Loop regular, there’s a seat at the table for you. This year’s event stretches from the shores of Galveston and Clear Lake all the way north to The Woodlands, Magnolia, and Lake Conroe, with plenty of stops in Sugar Land and everywhere in between. It’s the ultimate excuse to explore…

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Rodeo for Wine Lovers

By Irina Mirochnitchenko on Dec. 15, 2025

The 2026 Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo is scheduled for March 2 – 22, 2026, but the rodeo season has already begun with the announcement of the winners of the Rodeo Uncorked! International Wine Competition, which took place in Houston from November 14 to 16, 2025, at NRG Center. This year’s vintners showcased the finest wine production from around the world. Thirteen winners were selected out of 3,127 entries from 25 countries by a panel of 130 industry expert judges. Of the 3,127 entries…

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Best International Eats in H-Town

By Patrick Magee on Jul. 13, 2025

Taste the world one bite at a time! If you ask us, the best thing about Houston isn’t the skyline or the shopping—it’s the people and the food. And lucky for us, those two things go hand in hand. In the most diverse city in the country, the dining scene tells a thousand stories: of heritage, of hustle, of home. You’ll find second-generation Nigerian immigrants still running their family kitchen in Alief, a Japanese chef in a signature pink apron plating delicate omakase, and a DACA…

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Houston Restaurant Weeks

By Kimberly Guel on Jul. 10, 2025

Houston Restaurant Weeks (HRW) is one of the best times to be in the city. Every August, locals and visitors alike take full advantage of Houston’s thriving and diverse culinary scene—something the city is nationally recognized for. As the fourth-largest city in the country, Houston is home to more than 70 countries and regions represented in its restaurants. During this month-long event, diners can experience a curated taste of that diversity while also supporting a great cause. MAD Houston…

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