Houston's Chris Shepherd didn’t even know he was in the running.
Food & Drink
The popular food writer has struck a chord with ’Indian-ish,’ which features easy recipes from her working mother.
The Fort Worth eatery, named in honor of his twin daughters, includes bocce courts and vegetable gardens. You'll also find a Texas twist on Italian classics.
Chefs Philip Speer, Gabe Erales, and Alan Delgado honor their border roots with a decidedly modern menu at Comedor in Downtown Austin.
Competing on ’Top Chef’ inspired the Bullard native to bring the flavors of his youth to his Portland, Oregon, restaurant.
It requires some advanced skills to create, but the delicious caramel sauce sets this dessert apart and makes the effort worth it.
Austin's Suerte and Houston's Indigo claim two of the ten spots on the national magazine's prestigious list.
The fiercely passionate author, now 96, recently donated her extensive archives and rare cookbooks to UTSA.
The beloved Texas chain is reportedly seeking investors to fund an expansion. Should we panic?
Going scorched earth on customers who level criticism is an unwise business practice—yet it’s also strangely riveting to see.
Our four chefs walked away empty-handed, yes, but this week's glamorous ceremony continued the trend of honoring more diverse and female finalists.
Jester King Brewery will host dozens of producers from around the world who specialize in a minimal-intervention approach to winemaking.
The fast-growing brand of flavor-infused vodkas opens a newly expanded space this weekend.
Two Texas favorites combine for a unique barbecue sauce to slather on your meat.
We review more than sixty restaurants each month. Here’s a peek at what’s new!
The risk-taking, globally inspired menu is short, sweet, and a lot of fun.
The Dallas bar and eatery offers a delightful drink selection based on agave- and cane-based spirits.
The Brewer’s Table in Austin also earns an honorable mention in the magazine’s selection of the top spots to open during the last year.
The restaurant chain’s updated menu—which now includes tacos, sliders, and 'tins'—features Texas favorites like, uh, Pastrami Stackers? And California chicken flatbreads?
Food writer Lisa Fain discusses why she just moved back to Dallas from New York and shares her recipe for Herrera's Crazy Nachos (which she won't have to make as much anymore).
The Petra and the Beast chef represents Texas on the prestigious lineup of ten national rising stars.
The meat whisperer and the book whisperer have teamed up again, and this time, it’s all about steak.
Along with Jordan Mackay, the acclaimed pitmaster writes the definitive guide to steaks, which is out now.
The family behind the iconic San Antonio restaurant reveals its Tex-Mex secrets.
The ballpark tradition of serving up improbable foodstuffs to Rangers fans continues.
And yet, after the state’s even more stellar showing in the semifinals, the announcement feels disappointing.
Just weeks after opening his first place in Austin, the culinary powerhouse reveals his favorite San Antonio lunch spots and shows how to do campsite cooking the chef's way.
Orange slices make the difference in cooking this sweet, meaty taco filling.
At her newest restaurant, Rebecca Rather turns daytime meals into something special.
This new, genteel club in the inn's basement specializes in top-notch cocktails, served with a side of jazz.
Actress Zooey Deschanel and her husband, entrepreneur Jacob Pechenik, launch an Austin-based effort to help you grow your own vegetables.
With a new CEO, the beloved Austin chain looks to expand beyond its hometown for the first time.
It's the National Beer of Texas, but light on the calories and the alcohol.
Among the surprises: The Original Ninfa's in Houston makes its first appearance as a contender for Outstanding Restaurant.
Beaver nuggets and banana pudding make the list, of course, but "there is always room for improvement," says culinary veteran Jim Mills of his new gig.
We review more than sixty restaurants each month. Here’s a peek at what’s new!
Staffed by students at the Culinary Institute of America, this new restaurant impresses our critic—even on opening night.
Where to eat now: The state’s best chefs take eclectic to a whole new level.
We launch our new Texas Cookbooks series, which looks at new recipes as well as old favorites from around the state, by revisiting a 1987 gem packed with great finds.
The renowned chef reveals his go-to homemade breakfast, his favorite Vietnamese spots, and the city’s rising stars (plus, details on great meals in NYC!).
Was Chili’s ever considered a Mexican restaurant? Was there a beef with Pappasito’s? How do you say 'Cabana'?
The food map trend strikes again—and it's coming after our Super Bowl snacks.
Put those different settings to work to make a smooth, flavorful bowl of the unofficial comfort (and party!) food of Texas.
Put that popular Christmas present to good use by making a comforting Bowl of Red. (By all means, ignore the Beans/Chili setting.)
The Old Fashioned is always in style at this cozy bar, one of the leaders in East Austin's craft cocktail scene.
We review more than sixty restaurants each month. Here’s a peek at what’s new!
Founded in 1985, this Fort Worth institution goes back to perfecting the bistro basics. Mais oui.
Halibut with mole blanco. A giant soup dumpling. A mug of oysters. Queso. Our Dining Guide contributors share their favorite bites of 2018 from across the state.
Want to start the new year with some brilliant bubbles? Here are some of our current affordable favorites—and one big splurge.
Across the state, you’ll find holiday spirit in droves at themed pop-up winter wonderlands featuring miracles on ice.
