Food & Drink
April 3, 2024
How Muslim Chefs Handle Fasting During Ramadan
From sunup to sundown, observant Muslims fast during the holy month of Ramadan—but that can create an extra challenge if your job revolves around food.
Chef
Tacos
February 16, 2024
Taco Bell Has Tapped a San Antonio Chef to Reenvision the Crunchwrap Supreme
As part of the fast food chain’s TBX program, Jennifer Hwa Dobbertin, the James Beard Award–nominated chef of Best Quality Daughter, will get the chance to put her own cultural touches on the iconic menu item.
Style & Design
November 20, 2023
Chef Jo Chan’s Five Must-haves for Holiday Hosting
The ‘Top Chef’ contestant and partner at Austin’s Bureau de Poste shares how she preps for a house full of hungry guests.
Pat’s Pick
September 11, 2023
The Moulin Rouge Meets Cowtown
Prolific Fort Worth restaurateur Felipe Armenta and celebrity chef Graham Elliot have opened Le Margot, a French restaurant as exuberant as they are.
Recipes
August 21, 2023
Brisket Salad
Ever wish the barbecue main and side would get together? In this dish, you get meaty, smoky goodness and a hefty dose of greens all in one bite.
Texas Country Reporter
May 17, 2023
Kemah Is Home to the Most Fantastical Restaurant You’ve Never Heard Of
Chef David Skinner of Eculent has been called a mad genius. With a focus on molecular gastronomy, he invites guests to “rethink everything.”
Pat’s Pick
March 9, 2023
Chef David Cordúa Keeps the Home Fires Burning
At the Lymbar, legendary Houston restaurateurs David and Michael Cordúa serve Truffle Twinkies and potato “bouquets” alongside the churrasco and empanadas that made the family famous.
Pat’s Pick
November 15, 2022
Houston’s First Nikkei Restaurant Is a Work of Art
Vibrant, jewel-toned murals set the scene for masterful Japanese-Peruvian cuisine at Masaru Fukuda’s Pacha Nikkei.
Pat’s Pick
October 7, 2022
Christopher Cullum’s Attaboy Is More Paris Bistro Than San Antonio Diner
Don’t let the chef’s soda-jerk hat fool you. Herein you’ll find royal osetra caviar, escargots in butter-filled shells, and a modern-day version of Spudnuts.
Food & Drink
September 7, 2022
Can This Houston Chef Transform a Food Desert Into Thriving Farmland?
James Beard Award nominee Chris Williams wants to give the residents of Kendleton, a historically Black town in southeast Texas, job opportunities in agriculture.
Pat’s Pick
August 16, 2022
The King of Cabrito Sets Up Shop in Cowtown
If you were charmed by Juan Ramón Cárdenas in ‘The Taco Chronicles,’ you’ll want to make your way to Don Artemio.
Recipes
August 12, 2022
Eggplant Churros
This two-day recipe from the Nicolett in Lubbock might be a bit of a project, but the result of crispy, melt-in-your-mouth morsels is worth it.
Food & Drink
June 16, 2022
This Duo Prove a Chef and a Restaurant Investor Really Can Be Great Friends
Mashama Bailey and John O. Morisano, who opened two restaurants in Austin this year, defy industry norms with their dynamic friendship.
Pat’s Pick
June 16, 2022
Star Chef Mashama Bailey Alights in Austin
And the two-time James Beard Award winner has brought the same dynamic Southern fare that made the Grey, in Savannah, a destination restaurant.
BBQ
February 18, 2022
Grecia Ramos Whips Up Delightful Desserts for 2M Smokehouse
The San Antonio pastry chef breaks the banana-pudding mold with ube cheesecake, homemade versions of Pop-Tarts, and fruit galettes.
Food & Drink
September 9, 2021
A Texas Chef Is One of the Best in the Country, Says ‘Food and Wine’
The magazine honors Fermín Núñez, the chef behind Austin’s Suerte, for the second time.
Pat’s Pick
August 17, 2021
Dallas Chef Junior Borges Comes Full Circle With Meridian, a Celebration of His Native Brazil
And he got there with help from family, some encouragement from Anthony Bourdain, and a fortuitous ride on the New York subway.
Food & Drink
July 26, 2021
How Food Halls Are Changing the Way Texans Dine
From small towns to big cities, these community-focused culinary concepts are serving up food for thought for chefs, developers, and customers alike.
Recipes
May 18, 2020
Chris Shepherd’s Vinegar Pie, From ‘Cook Like a Local’
This favorite dessert from the Houston chef’s Underbelly days is based on an Appalachian recipe modeled after a chess pie.
Food & Drink
August 23, 2019
Houston’s Indigo Restaurant Is Named One of the World’s Greatest Places
Time magazine adds to the accolades for chef Jonny Rhodes’s celebrated dining experience.
Pat’s Pick
July 22, 2019
Matt McCallister Comes Back Strong With Homewood in Dallas
The celebrated chef behind FT33 returns with a restaurant that is less about flash and more about flavor.
Food & Drink
June 6, 2019
The World’s Best Chef is a Texan, Proclaims the High-End ‘Robb Report’
Houston's Chris Shepherd didn’t even know he was in the running.
Food & Drink
May 23, 2019
A Proud East Texan Is Behind One of Portland’s Hottest Restaurants
Competing on ’Top Chef’ inspired the Bullard native to bring the flavors of his youth to his Portland, Oregon, restaurant.
Food & Drink
May 9, 2019
Despite the Texas Shutout, There Was Much to Celebrate at the James Beard Awards
Our four chefs walked away empty-handed, yes, but this week's glamorous ceremony continued the trend of honoring more diverse and female finalists.
Recipes
April 17, 2019
The Homesick Texan Is Homesick No More
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).
Food & Drink
April 9, 2019
Dallas’s Misti Norris Makes the ‘Food & Wine’ Best New Chef List
The Petra and the Beast chef represents Texas on the prestigious lineup of ten national rising stars.
Food & Drink
March 27, 2019
Four of the Five James Beard Finalists for the Best Southwest Chef Are Texans
And yet, after the state’s even more stellar showing in the semifinals, the announcement feels disappointing.
Food & Drink
March 27, 2019
The Texan Food Diaries: Chef Jason Dady, of San Antonio
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.
Food & Drink
February 13, 2019
The Texan Food Diaries: Chef “Hori” Horiuchi, of Houston’s Kata Robata
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!).
Recipes
October 16, 2018
Vanilla Roast Duck With Pecan Cornbread Dressing
San Antonio chef Steve McHugh nods to his boyhood hunts with roast duck, the centerpiece of his ”Hunting and Gathering” feast.
Recipes
December 12, 2013
Texas Caviar
A tasty way to bring good fortune.
BBQ
October 4, 2013
Barbecue on the Big Screen
There’s a scene toward the end of Smokey and the Bandit where a truck driver has just purposely torn the door off of Buford T. Justice’s already roof-less car with the bumper of his big rig. Sheriff Justice goes off on a tirade directed at the disappearing rig that ends
Recipes
January 20, 2013
Dean Fearing, Mansion on Turtle Creek, Dallas
“People are fascinated with intricate, exotic preparations, but they love comfort food. What we’re doing is giving homey, Texas food a kick and serving it in our Mansion style.”
Books
January 20, 2013
Hot Plates!
Recipe for a great new cookbook: Combine a celebrated chef, a veteran food writer, and an innovative approach to contemporary Tex-Mex; serve.
Food & Drink
January 20, 2013
On the Rise
Up-and-coming Southwestern chefs.
Recipes
January 20, 2013
Robert Del Grande, Cafe Annie, Houston
“In the past few years I have tried to simplify what we do and not trump it up too much. I’ve never strained the sauces—I leave bits of chile in there to give a more rustic look.”
Recipes
January 20, 2013
State Fare
From Austin’s Eastside Cafe come three soups that will bowl you over.
Food & Drink
January 20, 2013
State Fare
Don’t steer clear of the chocolate mousse iceberg from Dacapo’s on the Parkway in Houston.
Food & Drink
January 20, 2013
State Fare
Tired of plain old greens and lifeless veggies? Houston’s La Mora has a salad you just can’t beet.
Food & Drink
January 20, 2013
The Cook, the Chief, His Wife, And Their Dinner
Who feeds Zuni stew and scrambled eggs to George W. Bush? Meet Sarah Bishop, the young chef at the Governor’s Mansion—and try out some of her favorite recipes.
Food & Drink
January 20, 2013
State Fare
Walnuts, Gorgonzola, and chutney make for an upscale fish dish at the Grape in Dallas.
Food & Drink
January 20, 2013
State Fare
Yellowfin tuna with wasabi mayo at San Antonio’s Silo Elevated Cuisine? It may take you a while to get Orient-ed.
Food & Drink
January 20, 2013
State Fare
It’s okay to be shellfish: You won’t want to share this shrimp appetizer from San Antonio’s Massimo.
Food & Drink
January 20, 2013
State Fare
Salmonchanted evening, you’ll get hooked by a delectable fish dish at Fort Worth’s Bistro Louise.
Food & Drink
January 20, 2013
State Fare
Will you enjoy the smoke-roasted shrimp at Houston’s Moose Cafe? You can plank on it.
Food & Drink
January 20, 2013
State Fare
Anaqua Grill, San Antonio
Food & Drink
January 20, 2013
State Fare
The grilled scallops at Houston’s Bistro Lancaster are morsels of edible silk.
Food & Drink
January 20, 2013
State Fare
At Dallas’ Toscana, it’s a time to grill—shrimp, that is.
Tacos
January 20, 2013
State Fare
Dallas’ Seventeen Seventeen has mastered the art of the catfish taco.
Food & Drink
January 20, 2013
State Fare
Underscoring the “comfort” in comfort food, the Roaring Fork in Dallas (14866 Montfort) has brought classic roasted chicken into the nineties with a dish that’s a breeze to fix and soul-satisfying to eat. Chef Lance Youngs generously bastes the fowl with a lemon-and-honey glaze brightened by thyme and chives. The