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Coffee Review: Has Bean's Farmer Direct Bolivia Machacamarca

By Greenway Barista
Mar 31, 2010

The UK coffee crowd has been gaining momentum for quite some time now, and we were lucky enough to get to sample this gem from Has Bean, a coffee-roasting and home-brewing supply company out of Stafford, UK...
Chef Chat Part 2: Roth Ouch, Donut Jedi

By Greenway Barista
Mar 31, 2010

We talked yesterday with Roth Ouch, baker and all around donut jedi, about his shop, Donald's Donuts on El Dorado. Today we follow up with him about his future donut empire. Eating Our Words: There is a lot of activity going on back there in the kitchen! What are some...
Chef Chat: Roth Ouch, Donut Jedi

By Greenway Barista
Mar 30, 2010

Roth Ouch, owner and head baker of Donald's Donuts (435 El Dorado Blvd.), has continued the trade his mother and father began 16 years ago. We visited his kid-friendly bakery and talked about what it takes to be a donut jedi. Eating Our Words: How did your family get involved...
Don't Forget About Ruggles

By Greenway Barista
Mar 25, 2010

Ruggles Café Bakery (2365 Rice Boulevard) has been a staple of dessert fans for quite a while. We love to hit Ruggles in Rice Village for our traditional white chocolate bread pudding. The melted white chocolate, vanilla bean ice cream and raspberry reduction sauce make this stand out as a...
Chef Chat Part 3: Dax McAnear

By Greenway Barista
Mar 24, 2010

Dax McAnear may be leaving shortly, but his impact on Houston's restaurants has been widespread. Working at Benjy's, Beaver's, Textile and now his short shifts at Yelapa Mexicana, Dax has grown with Houston's emerging culinary community. We have had his food at various places, including a roasted Berkshire shoulder with...
Coffee Review: Intelligentsia's El Salvador, Finca Matalapa Peaberry

By Greenway Barista
Mar 23, 2010

We recently had the opportunity to try Intelligentsia Coffee and Tea's farm fresh Salvadoran coffee, Finca Matalapa Peaberry. This coffee is made up of only the upper coffee berries of a single farm -- Finca Matalapa -- which are different from the rest of the plant because they have only...
Chef Chat: Dax McAnear, a Fond Farewell

By Greenway Barista
Mar 23, 2010

Yesterday we interviewed Dax McAnear, local chef ready to make his mark on San Francisco. Today we talk Houston with him. Eating Our Words: What has been your involvement with Yelapa Mexicana? Dax McAnear: I have only been there a few weeks, and this month will be my last. I...
Chef Chat: Dax McAnear, a Fond Farewell

By Greenway Barista
Mar 22, 2010

Formerly of Textile, and now interim cook at Yelapa Mexicana, Dax McAnear will be leaving Houston at the end of March. We sat down with him to talk about his future, his past cooking experiences, and Houston. Eating Our Words: Where have you cooked before Textile and Yelapa? Dax McAnear:...
Chef Chat, Part 3: Jin Ham

By Greenway Barista
Mar 18, 2010

We recently interviewed Jin Ham, owner of Shrimp Galley. His small seafood house is very clean. When an establishment takes that much care, we generally trust them a little more with our food. And when we first saw the Shrimp Galley's hand-painted menu, we really could not believe our eyes...
Chef Chat, Part 2: Jin Ham

By Greenway Barista
Mar 16, 2010

Yesterday Jin Ham of Shrimp Galley told us how running a seafood restaurant is better than being an engineer (bo-ring). Today he talks about what to get at Shrimp Galley and why today he faces more competition. Eating Our Words: Have you improved on the flavor or technique after you...
Chef Chat, Part 1: Jin Ham

By Greenway Barista
Mar 15, 2010

Our previous Chef Chats have been inspiring talks with Houston's up-and-coming chefs in some of the more prominent restaurants in town. But there are other amazing chefs in town that aren't in the spotlight, many of them running family businesses, and we'd like to feature them too. Jin Ham, owner...
Texas-Size Bento at Umai

By Greenway Barista
Mar 10, 2010

Umai Japanese (8400 Bellaire Boulevard) opened quietly just a few months ago. We discovered this wonderful restaurant from a friend's recommendation and decided to give it a shot. The interior is brilliant; clearly, the designer put a lot of thought into making the interior space welcoming and contemporary. Our outing...
Chef Chat, Part 3: Marc Borel

By Greenway Barista
Mar 10, 2010

Yesterday after finishing up our interview with local wine badass Marc Borel, we decided to experience his favorite day at 13 Celsius for ourselves by attending a Tuesday cupcake pairing. We had a raspberry-filled dark-chocolate cupcake with a blend of Shiraz and Bordeaux. The deep tones of the red wine...
Chef Chat, Part 2: Marc Borel

By Greenway Barista
Mar 9, 2010

Yesterday we chatted with wine badass Marc Borel about his favorite wine and the biggest challenges facing the Houston wine community. Today we ask him a few more questions. Eating Our Words: Is there an opportunity for your customers to get great wines at affordable prices in convenient locations? Marc...
Chef Chat: Marc Borel, Wine Badass

By Greenway Barista
Mar 8, 2010

The wines served in Houston can be all over the place, but one wine bar continues to stand above the rest, 13 Celsius. We recently sat down with local wine "badass" Marc Borel. You too can ask Marc questions about wine via Twitter (@marcborel). Eating Our Words: Any suggestions for...
Chef Chat, Part 3: Shuna Fish Lydon

By Greenway Barista
Mar 3, 2010

On our recent visit to New York City, we got to interview 10 Downing's Shuna Fish Lydon - twice. After that, we felt it mandatory to at least try her desserts at 10 Downing (Downing & 6th) before heading back home to Houston. 10 Downing was less expensive than we...
Chef Chat Part 2: Shuna Fish Lydon

By Greenway Barista
Mar 2, 2010

Yesterday we left off our interview with New York Chef Shuna Fish Lydon's views on eating thoughtfully. Today we reveal more about her culinary world. Eating Our Words: Have you had any recent discoveries in flavor and textures? Shuna Fish Lydon: When I was in London, I had to rethink...
Houston Coffee Scene: Grizzaffi Coffee

By Greenway Barista
Mar 2, 2010

Nick Grizzaffi, owner and operator Grizzaffi Coffee at Discovery Green Park downtown, has a work ethic unmatched in the city. Starting out with a catering-size espresso machine, he's proven to be an asset of reliability for the park, garnering the attention of city planning officials and Discovery management. Beginning this...
Chef Chat Special Interview: Shuna Fish Lydon

By Greenway Barista
Mar 1, 2010

Houston pastry chef Plinio Sandalio recommended we interview Shuna Fish Lydon (Twitter: @shunafish) of 10 Downing (10 Downing Street in New York) during our recent trip to NYC. Before coming to 10 Downing, the world-renowned Lydon worked as a pastry chef for French Laundry, Gramercy Tavern and Verbena in Manhattan,...
Chef Chat Part 3: Justin Basye

By Greenway Barista
Feb 24, 2010

After visiting Stella Sola and interviewing Chef Justin Basye, we've become firm believers in the new Texas-Tuscan joint. There's definitely a spot for Stella Sola on our list of restaurants to frequent. The kitchen gets the slow-food movement, and the customers are excited about getting fresh, local products from farms...
Chef Chat: Justin Basye Part 2

By Greenway Barista
Feb 23, 2010

Yesterday Justin explained the nomination process for the James Beard Awards. Today we discuss changes he has implemented and what he does on his days off from work. Eating Our Words: So four months later, what has changed? Justin Basye: Haha, my responsibilities! Moving from sous to chef de cuisine...
Chef Chat: James Beard Nominee Justin Basye

By Greenway Barista
Feb 22, 2010

Stella Stola's opening four months ago in some rough waters. Fast management changes and skeptical critics rocked the grand opening, but then things started to change. Justin Basye came on board as chef de cuisine under Bryan Caswell and brought a positive outlook and solid crew with him. With the...

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