Off the Hook Seafood has been one of the most impressive new openings in the Woodlands area during the pandemic. This family owned seafood spot delivers great fresh gulf coast seafood, and has become a favorite of our staff. We were excited when we found out that the kitchen’s vision and talent extended beyond seafood.…
Texas Monthly has dropped their much anticipated BBQ list. It’s full of surprises; the traditional stalwarts have been pushed aside to make room for newer, trendier joints. Here’s their new Top 10: Goldee’s Barbecue (Fort Worth – 2020) InterStellar BBQ (Austin – 2019) Truth Barbeque (Houston – 2015) Burnt Bean Co. (Seguin – 2020) LeRoy…
We sample the new fall 2021 menu at Black Walnut Cafe.
A recent post by Daniel Vaughn reminded me of something I’ve been wondering for the past six months or so: Have we reached Peak Brisket? When I started eating barbecue back in the 1970’s, brisket was all over the place, and by modern standards, it was mostly disappointing. Then Goode Company popped on the scene,…
We’re the first to admit that we’re fans of Chef Edelberto Gonçalves’s cooking. This classically trained chef brings his distinctly European viewpoint to every dish he cooks, and the results are exceptional. We’ve been fortunate enough to have enjoyed Chef Edel’s cuisine many times in the past, and have especially enjoyed the wine dinners that…
We have long been fans of Peli Peli, Houston’s homegrown South African restaurant group. But the COVID years have not been kind to the restaurant business, and Peli Peli is one of the establishments that suffered the most. Originally an upscale destination restaurant, they were forced to pivot to a more casual concept during the…
Baja Sur has quickly become one of the best Mexican restaurants in our area. Under the watchful eye of Chef Coco Hogue, their kitchen turns out creative spins on Tex-Mex and Mexican favorites. We were excited to learn that Baja Sur had teamed up with Lalo Tequila to create a special multi course dinner. And…
Update: We preview Mozambik and sample their South African cuisine. Change is the only constant in the restaurant business, and iconic Houston restaurant Peli Peli will be shuttering their two remaining locations for good on September 5. In its place will rise Mozambik, the South African restaurant with strong Portuguese influences. The Woodlands location of…
Our continuing coverage of HRW 2021 arrives at the most awarded restaurant in the Woodlands: Tris. Chef Austin Simmons has earned a reputation for creative cuisine that thrills foodies and packs in the regulars. What will this talented chef present for Houston Restaurant Weeks? We couldn’t wait to find out. The Starters Hamachi Sashimi Beautiful…
We continue HRW 2021 with a visit to one of the most scenic restaurants in the Woodlands, Del Frisco’s Grille. Located on Restaurant Row at Hughes Landing, Del Frisco’s straddles the line between upscale comfort food and a premium steakhouse, and does so with aplomb. Executive Chef Brian McNamara has created an interesting menu for…