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Ten Best Bowls of Pho in Houston

By Cuc Lam
Sep 19, 2016

On any given day, heads are bowed and hovering over steaming bowls of fragrant beef broth and noodles. They're eating pho, which many consider to be the national dish of Vietnam. Here in Houston, pho can be found in every part of town and is as everyday as a juicy...
Six Vietnamese Rolls Other Than Egg Rolls to Try

By Cuc Lam
Sep 8, 2016

More than just an appetizer, the roll in Asian cooking is a conduit of proteins and veggies that is as essential as a pair of chop sticks. Like a tortilla for Latinos, a bao for Chinese or matzah for Jews, rice paper holds that position of importance in Vietnamese cuisine...
This Week in Houston Food Blogs: Hunky Dory's Dark & Stormy Dessert

By Cuc Lam
Aug 16, 2016

This week, bloggers discover a Popsicle version of a whimsical, fruity cocktail, share a gluten-free recipe for a quick-prep pesto sauce and continue to explore new restaurants during Houston Restaurant Weeks. Kim of "Adventures In a New(ish) City" and her pals pick Hunky Dory as one of their Houston Restaurant...
This Week in Houston Food Blogs: Traveling Foodies and Checking Out What's on Tap

By Cuc Lam
Aug 9, 2016

This week, a few Houston bloggers head out of town and share beautiful pictures of their travel and food. Other bloggers share recipes that combine both coffee and dessert as well as on new ways to enjoy wine while out and about. Lizzy of "A Tasty Mess," Sue from "We...
This Week in Houston Food Blogs: Cauliflower Hummus & Animal Cracker Cake

By Alexandra Doyle
Aug 2, 2016

If you like to cook creative, healthy dishes, you probably already know that cauliflower is pretty much a miracle food– you can make knock-off mashed potatoes, bread, rice, tater tots and so much more out of cauliflower. It's packed with nutrients, including vitamins and fiber, and it's low in carbs...
This Week in Houston Food Blogs: Find a New Chinatown Favorite

By Alexandra Doyle
Jul 26, 2016

Looking for a new way to get your day started off right? Ellie Sharp, writing for Zagat, has a run-down of everything you need to know about Montrose's hottest new breakfast joint, Snooze, which is located at 3217 Montrose. It's open early seven days a week with an extensive, hearty...
This Week in Houston Food Blogs: Celebrate H-Town's Best Fries

By Alexandra Doyle
Jul 20, 2016

Dalida of "Brunch & Conversation" visited Biskit Junkie, 403 Westheimer, this week to sample what's perhaps one of the most decadent brunch menus in Houston. The biscuit-centric enterprise has offerings like the "Nitty Gritty" with grits, sausage, shrimp parmesan and bacon, as well as the "Hot Flight" with fried chicken,...
This Week in Houston Food Blogs: Know Your Beef Ribs

By Alexandra Doyle
Jul 12, 2016

This week, the Pancake Princess (AKA our own Erika Kwee) is back with a recipe for vegan-friendly whole wheat aquafaba pancakes, which, of course, are best served with a hearty helping of pomegranate seeds, blueberries and cherries to top them off. Aquafaba is the starchy water left over from cooking...
This Week in Houston Food Blogs: A Poke Pop-Up and Tailor-Made Treats

By Alexandra Doyle
Jul 5, 2016

This week, we've got some pool-party-perfect recipes, a review of the latest seafood craze and a visit to one of our favorite Indian eateries, plus scoop on some perfect desserts. "Hot in Houston Now" paid a visit to newly-minted Steak 48, 4444 Westheimer in the River Oaks District. The blogger...
This Week in Houston Food Blogs: Tex-Mex Brunch and Summertime Doughnuts

By Alexandra Doyle
Jun 28, 2016

El Tiempo Cantina locations around Houston recently started serving brunch, so, naturally, Dalida of Brunch & Conversation had to go check out the new offerings, like huevos y tamales, chilaquiles and pecan pancakes y huevos. The tamales were a stand-out, of course, but the surprise of the day was the...
How To Leftovers: The Barbecue Edition

By Nicholas L. Hall
Jun 27, 2016

My family struggles with leftovers. My wife and kids rebel at the mention of "last night's pot roast," and pale at the thought of eating something twice in as many days. I consider leftovers a gift to future me, affording me one more day before I have to be productive...
This Week in Houston Food Blogs: A Standout South American Brunch

By Alexandra Doyle
Jun 21, 2016

This week, we've got reviews of two gourmet pizzas, a few summertime recipes and a look how the Woodlands Food & Wine Week went this year. Cane Rosso, 1835 North Shepherd, turned out to be a more casual restaurant than Kim of Adventures in a New(ish) City was expecting, but...
This Week in Houston Food Blogs: Fajitas & Grilling Ideas Galore

By Alexandra Doyle
Jun 14, 2016

This week, we've got a review of a top Houston eatery's current seasonal menu, a look at the Houston Fajita Festival, and a couple of grill-oriented recipes for you to try this summer. Shanna Jones of Urban Swank stopped by MAX's Wine Dive, 214 Fairview, to check out the new...
This Week in Houston Food Blogs: Midtown's New Barbecue Joint Opens

By Alexandra Doyle
Jun 7, 2016

This week, our favorite food blog posts addressed a new gourmet burger joint in Houston, a post-workout meal you can feel good about and a few sugary-sweet recipes. After hitting up the new Soul Cycle in River Oaks, Anastasia of "It's Not Hou It's Me" rewarded herself with a filling,...
This Week in Houston Food Blogs: The Debut of Harold's Tap Room

By Alexandra Doyle
May 31, 2016

This week, we've got a few recipes for light bites, plus reviews of a creative pop-up dinner series and new bar from a well-established restaurant. Many people would agree that the best way to start a meal is an appetizer, preferably something loaded with cheese that you can dip carbohydrate-heavy...
This Week in Houston Food Blogs: A State of Happiness

By Alexandra Doyle
May 24, 2016

This week, we've got some bloggers' lunch suggestions, plus a first look at a newly revised restaurant and a few dessert recipes to satisfy your sweet tooth. Revelry on Richmond, 1613 Richmond, just started serving lunch, and Gristle & Gossip thinks that you deserve to hear all about it. She...
How To Leftovers: Marcella Hazan's Tomato Sauce

By Nicholas L. Hall
May 19, 2016

My family struggles with leftovers. My wife and kids rebel at the mention of "last night's pot roast," and pale at the thought of eating something twice in as many days. I consider leftovers a gift to future me, affording me one more day before I have to be productive...
This Week in Houston Food Blogs: A Real Good Tex-Mex Option in Montrose

By Alexandra Doyle
May 17, 2016

This week's food blogger revue consists mostly of reviews, including a round-up of favorite brunch spots, plus a springtime soup recipe. First up, Shanna Jones of Urban Swank put together a list of three top brunch spots that deserve to be part of the blog's new series, Brunch Famous. One...
This Week in Houston Food Blogs: Burgoo & The Best Houston Restaurants

By Alexandra Doyle
May 10, 2016

This week, we've got a review of an unusual Houston brunch, as well as a few simple recipes and one food blogger's top five Houston restaurants. The Urban Swank Girls paid a visit to Monarch Bistro at Hotel ZaZa, 5701 Main, to check out the new spring menu– and, incidentally,...
This Week in Houston Food Blogs: Mother's Day and Cinco de Mayo Recommendations

By Alexandra Doyle
May 3, 2016

This week, we have ideas to help you have a great time for this week's important holidays: Mother's Day and Cinco de Mayo. Additionally, if you'd like to make some homemade treats for your mom this week, we've got the perfect recipe for you. Newcomer Enoteca Rossa is now open...

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