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  • Blogs

    May 7, 2012

    Go Way Out to Eat: 5 Favorite Dining Destinations

    Food & Wine magazine recently featured a series of articles on culinary destinations, or "...the world's best food pilgrimages," as they put it. While it was indeed interesting, I must say that places like Bangkok, Rome and India are just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to food travels. The ... More >>

  • Blogs

    April 24, 2012

    Russian Radio: Top 5 Tasty Cold War Synth Jamz

    Hey, remember the Russians? Before they had a gajillion oil dollars and all those supermodels, they wanted to kill us all. But it wasn't all creeping dread and mutually assured destruction. Until the Berlin Wall came down, the Cold War was a common subject in popular culture. Besides KGB trenchcoat ... More >>

  • Blogs

    February 24, 2012

    Chef Chat, Part 3: Junnajet "Jett" Hurapan of Blu - A Taste of Thai and More

    Photos by Mai PhamChef Jett Hurapan's family recipe crispy whole fish with spicy tamarind sauce​The last two days, we've been chatting with Chef Jett Hurapan, who is currently at the helm of the fledgling Blu Restaurant and Lounge in Sugar Land. Today, we try his food. Before meeting Chef Je ... More >>

  • Blogs

    February 22, 2012

    Chef Chat, Part 1: Chef Junnajet "Jett" Hurapan of Blu Loves Race Car Driving

    Executive Chef Junnajet "Jett" Hurapan of the new Blu Restaurant and Lounge (2248 Texas Dr; www.blusugarland.com) in Sugar Land's Town Square, couldn't stop smiling when I was taking pictures of him in the kitchen. "In New York, the photographers didn't want me to smile," he says, but for me he smil ... More >>

  • Blogs

    August 9, 2011

    Tuesday, August 9, 2011 Deals of the Day

    ​Today's VOICE Daily Deal from the Houston Press is good for 50 percent off ($20 for $40) authentic Thai cuisine at Bangkok Chef. You'll find Thailand in the middle of Downtown Houston with Thai classics including noodles, fried rice, curry, seafood, duck specialties and vegetarian options all ... More >>

  • Film

    May 26, 2011

    Bros Roofie'ing Bros

    The Hangover Part II: Didn't we already see this movie?

  • Blogs

    May 4, 2011

    Last Night: Man Man At Fitzgerald's

    Photos by Jim Bricker​Man Man Fitzgerald's May 3, 2011 Two things seemed instantaneously odd as Philadelphia's Man Man took the Fitzgerald's stage Tuesday night. First, the usually packed venue wasn't sold out; in fact, the upstairs balcony wasn't even open. Considering Man Man's steady buzz ... More >>

  • Blogs

    April 19, 2011

    Pop Rocks: Like You Didn't See That Nicolas Cage Thing Coming

    This is still better than he looked in The Wicker Man.​Nicolas Cage was arrested in New Orleans last Friday for domestic abuse, disturbing the peace, and public drunkenness (or as we call it in my house, The Wife's Undergrad Spring Break Trifecta). Let me repeat that: Cage was arrested in New ... More >>

  • Blogs

    April 6, 2011

    Bangkok Soft-Shell Crabs at Nidda Thai Cuisine

    ​Geri Maria Harris's recent post on Houston's Top 5 Thai Restaurants definitely included one of my favorites: Nidda. Geri named stir-fried eggplant and the Nidda Shrimp as standout dishes; to that list I would add the Bangkok Soft-Shell Crabs. I'm always seeking out my favorite crustacean ... More >>

  • Culture

    October 7, 2010

    Capsule Stage Reviews: Chess, Driving Miss Daisy, Sleuth, The Waiting Room

    ​Geri Maria Harris's recent post on Houston's Top 5 Thai Restaurants definitely included one of my favorites: Nidda. Geri named stir-fried eggplant and the Nidda Shrimp as standout dishes; to that list I would add the Bangkok Soft-Shell Crabs. I'm always seeking out my favorite crustacean ... More >>

  • Blogs

    May 13, 2010

    Happy Hour Scene: Community Bar

    ​The Place: Community Bar2703 Smith St. 713-526-1576The Hours: Monday, Wednesday through Friday 5-8 p.m.The Deals: Beers are $2, and all of the other drinks are $1 cheaper than normal. Tuesday is steak night, and on Wednesday, all tacos are $2. The Scene: Community Bar has a new owner. Karen R ... More >>

  • Blogs

    December 11, 2009

    Openings and Closings: November 2009

    ​Although a very high profile restaurant shut its doors this month -- the longtime Montrose institution La Strada -- we've seen far more openings lately than closings. Below is your roundup of new and defunct restaurants from November 2009. Closings La Strada, 322 Westheimer Bangkok Room, ... More >>

  • Blogs

    November 10, 2009

    Chef Chat: Kay Soodjai of Khun Kay Thai Café

    ​Kay Soodjai and her sister-in-law Supatra Yooto opened the Golden Room in Montrose 27 years ago. Last year they replaced the venerable Golden Room with Khun (Madame) Kay Thai Café (1209 Montrose), with a fast-casual concept and less expensive meals. Supatra, who describes herself as more of ... More >>

  • Blogs

    September 2, 2009

    Trying To Connect With Houston's Burmese Community, Via John Glenn

    Photo by Mike Giglio​I threw a football at a refugee and demanded to know where she lived.Her voice wavered, and her answer was hard to hear. So I leaned over and cupped my hand to my ear, waving the hand in a circle first, like Hulk Hogan trying to rile a crowd. Apartment 1212, I finally made ou ... More >>

  • Blogs

    August 3, 2009

    $13 at Asia Market

    Photo by Mike Giglio​ Where: Asia Market, 1010 W Cavalcade St., 713-863-7074 What $13 gets you: Thai food should leave you full, refreshed and feeling like you got way more than you paid for. Thirteen bucks at Asia Market gets you clear sinuses and more than enough food for two. Best served ... More >>

  • Blogs

    June 17, 2009

    A Cafe Bites Nibble

    Photo courtesy of Bangkok RoomRed spider roll, one of many animal-inspired rolls on the menuJohnny Huynh is part of the family that owns Singha Thai, which has been serving the west side of town several years. Now he's part of new downtown venture Bangkok Room (914 Main, 713-658-0950). "Everything i ... More >>

  • Blogs

    June 5, 2009

    Sweet Carradine: Five Great Moments From His Career

    It must be hell out there for a Hollywood actor. Not only is every role dissected by fans and eviscerated by critics, but no aspect of your personal life or fashion sense is left unexamined. And you'd better hope you die in as unexciting a manner as possible, lest your demise generate greater notor ... More >>

  • Blogs

    November 21, 2008

    If You're Gonna Be Extradited, It Might As Well Be For Selling Fake Viagra

    Randy Gonzales can be proud, indeed: He is the first man ever extradited to the United States for selling fake boner pills. Top o' the world, Ma!!!! Gonzales was sentenced today to 20 months in federal prison without parole for selling fake Viagra and Cialis over the Internet. Agents seized ov ... More >>

  • Dining

    December 27, 2007

    Thai Café

    One of the oldest Thai restaurants in town is also one of the most consistent

  • Blogs

    October 25, 2007

    Pop Quiz

    One of the oldest Thai restaurants in town is also one of the most consistent

  • Film

    February 8, 2007

    Message Bored

    Hollywood ho-hum horror keeps ripping off the best, turning out the worst

  • Dining

    November 23, 2006

    Thai Hot Hubris

    Like your Thai food hot? Be careful what you wish for!

  • Dining

    August 10, 2006

    Some Like It Hot

    And they could be in for mild disappointment at Nidda Thai

  • Calendar

    July 27, 2006

    Hogwarts Holiday

    And they could be in for mild disappointment at Nidda Thai

  • Dining

    November 24, 2005

    All You Need Is Larb

    The food can be great at Sabai Thai, as long as you order the right dishes

  • Dining

    March 17, 2005

    Thai High

    Do you want your dinner "bong-hit hot" or "acid-flashback hot"?

  • Film

    February 10, 2005

    Jaa Rules

    Martial arts sensation Tony Jaa makes the most of his screen debut

  • Music

    December 16, 2004

    Anarchy in da USA

    Looking for the true spirit of the Ramones? Try going to an underground hip-hop show.

  • Dining

    October 14, 2004

    Steak and Peanut Butter

    Lemongrass Cafe: A hip Bellaire spot with a hit-or-miss menu

  • Culture

    August 5, 2004

    Capsule Reviews

    Our critics weigh in on local theater

  • Culture

    July 29, 2004

    Capsule Reviews

    Our critics weigh in on local theater

  • Culture

    July 22, 2004

    Capsule Reviews

    Our critics weigh in on local theater

  • Culture

    April 1, 2004

    The Meat Market

    Photogs and reviewers cruise each other at the Meeting Place

  • Dining

    October 9, 2003

    Man Eating Mermaid

    Erawan Authentic Thai Cuisine

  • Music

    September 11, 2003

    Bangkok on Everything

    Terry Allen's lost post-Vietnam-era soundtrack re-emerges decades later

  • Calendar

    May 8, 2003

    Dancing with Dinosaurs

    The natural science museum sheds its stuffy image

  • Best of Houston

    September 26, 2002
  • Music

    July 4, 2002

    Get on the Bus!

    Now serving a sagging NoDo scene: a swanky new party on wheels

  • Dining

    March 28, 2002

    Thai Raid

    In America, Thai dishes are being toned down. The Thai government wants to step in to stop it.

  • Dining

    June 14, 2001

    The Thais That Bind

    A culinary trip down the Mekong

  • Dining

    February 15, 2001

    Where the Home Fires Really Burn

    Vung Thai Cafe serves the food your mom would make -- if she were Thai

  • Culture

    November 9, 2000

    Mate and Match

    Chess gives a dated but dramatic look at cold-war pawns

  • News

    April 13, 2000

    Cambodian Queen

    Yani Keo flies under the radar of most Houstonians. But if you're a refugee or an Asian-American leader, you know how important she is.

  • Film

    February 10, 2000

    Storming The Beach

    However shallow, Leonardo DiCaprio delivers a baptism of blood

  • News

    January 20, 2000

    News of the Weird

    However shallow, Leonardo DiCaprio delivers a baptism of blood

  • News

    June 10, 1999

    News of the Weird

    However shallow, Leonardo DiCaprio delivers a baptism of blood

  • Dining

    August 29, 1996

    Sticking to Tradition

    The Golden Room has a way of keeping the spirits happy

  • Dining

    June 2, 1994

    Thai One On

    Sawadee trades in summery charm and sweet -- but engaging -- Thai cuisine

  • Film

    April 14, 1994

    American Potluck

    At WorldFest, variety doesn't always prove spicy

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