How to eat your way to warmth after our blast of cold air
Read full article: How to eat your way to warmth after our blast of cold airAs temperatures drop due to a Canadian cold front, Catherine Kruppa from Advice for Eating recommends oatmeal, hot tea, and soups to help stay warm and healthy.
Study names 1 Texas city among best food cities in US, and it’s not Houston 🤨
Read full article: Study names 1 Texas city among best food cities in US, and it’s not Houston 🤨Everyone knows Houston has one of the (if not absolute) best food scenes out there, yet WalletHub is about to make some enemies with its latest study on the best foodie cities in the U.S.
Galveston health officials caution beachgoers amid flesh-eating bacteria increase
Read full article: Galveston health officials caution beachgoers amid flesh-eating bacteria increaseThe Galveston County Health District has issued a public health alert due to an increase in Vibrio bacteria infections, which are more prevalent in warm coastal seawater during summer.
What you should and shouldn’t eat, drink during Houston’s arctic freeze
Read full article: What you should and shouldn’t eat, drink during Houston’s arctic freezeYou may find yourself snacking more than usual and indulging in delicious comfort foods that are high in sugar and starches. According to health experts, even this innocent behavior can be concerning.
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Helping hands and resources: Volunteer, donate, or find support in Houston this Thanksgiving
Read full article: Helping hands and resources: Volunteer, donate, or find support in Houston this ThanksgivingFind out where to donate or receive food this Thanksgiving in Houston. Explore local food drives, meal distribution events, and volunteer opportunities to help families in need or access free holiday meals and essential resources.
First Michelin Stars in Texas awarded – Here’s how to watch the reveal again
Read full article: First Michelin Stars in Texas awarded – Here’s how to watch the reveal againThe Michelin Guide held its inaugural star ceremony in Texas, awarding stars to top restaurants across the state, including Houston.
Honoring Houston’s veterans: Free meals, discounts, and more this Veterans Day
Read full article: Honoring Houston’s veterans: Free meals, discounts, and more this Veterans DayHouston businesses are honoring Veterans Day with various deals and freebies for veterans, active-duty military, and Gold Star families.
RECALL ALERT: Several soft cheeses linked to potential Listeria contamination
Read full article: RECALL ALERT: Several soft cheeses linked to potential Listeria contaminationIf you enjoy soft ripened cheeses, it's important to check your fridge following a recall due to potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination. Savencia Cheese USA has voluntarily recalled certain soft cheeses produced at their Lena facility due to the presence of this harmful bacteria, which can cause serious foodborne illnesses.
Pho and more 🍜 These Houston area restaurants have mastered the art of making noodles
Read full article: Pho and more 🍜 These Houston area restaurants have mastered the art of making noodlesFrom pho to vermicelli to lo mein, in this episode of "Eat Like a Local", Chris Shepherd is on the hunt for the best noodles in town.
Chipotle’s Halloween ‘Boorito’ special brings treats for costumed reward members
Read full article: Chipotle’s Halloween ‘Boorito’ special brings treats for costumed reward membersChipotle is reviving its "Boorito" special for Halloween, offering Chipotle Rewards members a $6 entrée when they visit in costume on October 31, from 3 p.m. until closing, at participating locations.
THEN AND NOW: How one of Houston’s most popular fried chicken restaurants came to be
Read full article: THEN AND NOW: How one of Houston’s most popular fried chicken restaurants came to beIn this episode of "Eat Like a Local", it’s a crispy, crunchy, southern classic – fried chicken! We can’t talk about fried chicken in this city without going to Frenchy’s Chicken.
This cocktail laboratory has a secret entrance
Read full article: This cocktail laboratory has a secret entranceIn this episode of “Eat Like a Local with Chris Shepherd” -- scratch that, this week, it’s Drink Like a Local! Chef Chris Shepherd checks out neighborhood watering holes and a luxe speakeasy as he searches Houston for the best cocktails in town.
Bring on the cookies! ‘Eat Like a Local’ visits some of the best bakers in town
Read full article: Bring on the cookies! ‘Eat Like a Local’ visits some of the best bakers in townFrom crispy and crunchy to thick and gooey, chef Chris Shepherd has scoured Houston for some of the best cookies in town. In this episode of “Eat Like a Local with Chris Shepherd”, he takes us to a few of his favorite spots for a sweet treat.
Renowned chefs present cooking demos at Southern Smoke Festival
Read full article: Renowned chefs present cooking demos at Southern Smoke FestivalMissed the festival? The YETI Culinary Stage cooking demos at the event were livestreamed on KPRC 2+ and can now be viewed below. The demonstrations were hosted by chef, YouTube personality, and New York Times bestselling author Brad Leone.
30+ things to do in Houston this October including events, festivals and more
Read full article: 30+ things to do in Houston this October including events, festivals and moreHouston offers an array of events this October, ranging from cultural festivals and family-friendly activities to concerts and food events.
$200 Landry’s gift cards will be given away weekly to KPRC 2 Insiders!
Read full article: $200 Landry’s gift cards will be given away weekly to KPRC 2 Insiders!In October and November, elite chefs representing the Landry’s restaurant teams will be featured on “Houston Life”, and each week a new KPRC 2 Insider will be drawn to win $200 in Landry’s gift cards, which can be used at any of the company’s well-known brands.
🐄 Rides, Rodeos & More: Fort Bend County Fair brings big fun, family thrills
Read full article: 🐄 Rides, Rodeos & More: Fort Bend County Fair brings big fun, family thrillsThe 88th annual Fort Bend County Fair & Rodeo, running until Oct. 6, celebrates community and inclusivity with the theme “Defying Challenges, Raising Champions.”
Score FREE nuggets, Chick-n-Strips at Houston-area Chick-fil-A locations!
Read full article: Score FREE nuggets, Chick-n-Strips at Houston-area Chick-fil-A locations!Chick-fil-A locations in the Houston area are offering free 5-count nuggets or 2-count chick-n-strips from Sept. 25 to Sept. 30 through the Chick-fil-A App.
What to order at some of Houston’s best neighborhood restaurants
Read full article: What to order at some of Houston’s best neighborhood restaurantsIn this episode of “Eat Like a Local with Chris Shepherd”, we meet chefs who have set up shop inside local neighborhoods and share their signature dishes that keep people coming back.
Houston Texans fans! These are the best bites you’ll find at NRG Stadium
Read full article: Houston Texans fans! These are the best bites you’ll find at NRG StadiumTo kick off Season 2 of "Eat Like a Local", Chris Shepherd visits a local farm to see where Houston restaurants are getting the freshest and most flavorful produce.
FARM TO TABLE: Where Houston restaurants get the most fresh and flavorful produce
Read full article: FARM TO TABLE: Where Houston restaurants get the most fresh and flavorful produceTo kick off Season 2 of "Eat Like a Local", Chris Shepherd visits a local farm to see where Houston restaurants are getting the freshest and most flavorful produce.
It is my dream! | Chris Shepherd writes a letter to viewers on eve of season 2 of ‘Eat Like a Local’
Read full article: It is my dream! | Chris Shepherd writes a letter to viewers on eve of season 2 of ‘Eat Like a Local’I had never thought about working in TV, but after sitting with the team at KPRC 2 and talking about this show, I knew it was for me. Talking with the people that make our city’s restaurants so amazing, showing viewers what makes our city the best food city in the country, highlighting these places and helping tell their stories is what I have always wanted to do. Sharing stories of these great people for all to see -- It is my dream!
‘I think you’ll see a lot of places going down’: Restaurant owner suing CenterPoint warns of future blackouts
Read full article: ‘I think you’ll see a lot of places going down’: Restaurant owner suing CenterPoint warns of future blackoutsA Montrose restaurant owner who is part of a class-action lawsuit suing CenterPoint because of the recent power outages, is speaking to us about the impact having no power for days had on our local food industry.
MICHELIN Guide rolls into Texas putting Lone Star cuisine on the map
Read full article: MICHELIN Guide rolls into Texas putting Lone Star cuisine on the mapThe MICHELIN Guide will debut in Texas, highlighting the state's diverse culinary scene across Austin, Dallas, Fort Worth, Houston, and San Antonio.