Shake it up, baby! Buttermilk Baby’s “American Dream” milkshake showdown 🎉🍦
Read full article: Shake it up, baby! Buttermilk Baby’s “American Dream” milkshake showdown 🎉🍦Is it even summer in Houston if you’re not cooling down with something sweet? We found the ultimate indulgence - and a little friendly competition - at Buttermilk Baby, where milkshakes are blended with a side of flair (and maybe a dash of rivalry 😎🍦).
Dinner made easy: Parchment paper fish packets with Marcia Smart
Read full article: Dinner made easy: Parchment paper fish packets with Marcia SmartTake the guesswork out of meal planning with this simple recipe from Marcia Smart. The culinary instructor and cookbook author recently stopped by Houston Life to show us how to make parchment paper fish packets or fish “en papillote” - as the French call it.
Have a picky eater? Here’s how to get children exposed to new foods
Read full article: Have a picky eater? Here’s how to get children exposed to new foodsThe good news is, that the NIH hasn’t found evidence that it significantly impacts children’s growth. Of course, that doesn’t make it any less stressful when trying to change the behavior.
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Win the Hosting Game! 🏈 Game Day recipes & crowd-pleasers from Chef Chris Shepherd
Read full article: Win the Hosting Game! 🏈 Game Day recipes & crowd-pleasers from Chef Chris ShepherdIt’s time for the big game and this week on “Eat Like a Local”, we’re showing you how to win the hosting game. From crispy wings to stacked sandwiches and drinks for a crowd, host Chris Shepherd shares his chef’s tips and recipes for the perfect game day spread. Here’s what to order and what to make, so you can spend less time in the kitchen and more time watching the game with your people.
MEET THE PITMASTERS 🔥 ‘Eat Like a Local’ gets to know the teams behind CorkScrew BBQ & Ray’s Real Pit BBQ Shack
Read full article: MEET THE PITMASTERS 🔥 ‘Eat Like a Local’ gets to know the teams behind CorkScrew BBQ & Ray’s Real Pit BBQ ShackIn this episode of “Eat Like a Local”, host Chris Shepherd checks out local barbecue spots that started as passion projects and have grown into staples of Houston’s barbecue community. First, Chris heads to Old Town Spring to visit CorkScrew BBQ, a family-run barbecue joint that began as a hobby for owner Will Buckman.
Yelp highlights Houston restaurants in annual top 100 US restaurants ranking
Read full article: Yelp highlights Houston restaurants in annual top 100 US restaurants rankingHouston restaurants make Yelp’s top 100 US restaurants list for 2026, showcasing local steakhouses, dumpling spots, and Japanese cuisine.
Chris Shepherd’s Houston-area burger picks include a hot new spot and a 50-year classic
Read full article: Chris Shepherd’s Houston-area burger picks include a hot new spot and a 50-year classicIt’s a celebration of Houston’s burger culture! Host Chris Shepherd checks out a buzzy newcomer and a beloved classic that’s been flipping patties for decades. He heads to Boo's Burgers and Tookie's in this episode of “Eat Like a Local”.
Celebrate MLK Day in Houston: Parade, concerts and community service events
Read full article: Celebrate MLK Day in Houston: Parade, concerts and community service eventsDiscover a weekend full of events in Houston for MLK Day 2026, including the first-ever unified parade, tribute concerts, and community service activities.
‘Eat Like a Local’ explores Jūn’s cultural fusion and Latuli’s coastal cuisine in Houston
Read full article: ‘Eat Like a Local’ explores Jūn’s cultural fusion and Latuli’s coastal cuisine in HoustonHouston’s restaurant scene is famously diverse making it sometimes hard to define our local cuisine. In this episode of “Eat Like a Local”, host Chris Shepherd checks out two restaurants that have captured the essence of Houston food - one through a refined, cultural lens, the other inspired by coastal culture and sourcing.
Taste Houston’s best with 5 must-have cookbooks from local chefs and restaurateurs
Read full article: Taste Houston’s best with 5 must-have cookbooks from local chefs and restaurateursHouston’s vibrant culinary scene is captured beautifully in five cookbooks by some of the city’s most celebrated chefs and restaurateurs. These cookbooks offer a delicious way to bring Houston’s diverse flavors into your kitchen, whether you’re a seasoned cook or just starting out. (KPRC 2 is part of the Amazon Associates program and receives a commission on qualified purchases made through our links.)
Dry January in Houston: Where to find mocktails, zero-proof beer and free-spirit cocktails
Read full article: Dry January in Houston: Where to find mocktails, zero-proof beer and free-spirit cocktailsOur Houston Dry January guide rounds up bars and restaurants pouring mocktails, zero-proof cocktails and nonalcoholic beer across the city, from steakhouses and ramen shops to neighborhood lounges and hotel bars.
Where to celebrate New Year’s Eve in Houston: Fireworks, parties and dining
Read full article: Where to celebrate New Year’s Eve in Houston: Fireworks, parties and diningDiscover the best New Year’s Eve events in Houston for 2026, including fireworks shows, dining specials, parties, and family-friendly celebrations.
Discover Houston Asiatown’s unique snacks with Chris Shepherd
Read full article: Discover Houston Asiatown’s unique snacks with Chris ShepherdIn this episode of 'Eat Like a Local", host Chris Shepherd explores the diverse snacks and street foods of Houston's Asiatown, highlighting family-run shops along Bellaire Boulevard. Key stops include Linda's Tropical Fruits for fresh smoothies and acai bowls, One Dragon for Shanghai shumai, Don's Cafe for banh mi, Bodard Bistro for Nem Nướng, and Hong Kong City Mall for bao and other snacks, showcasing the vibrant culinary scene and cultural heritage of the area.
Houston holiday entertaining made easy with Eat Like a Local: Recipes, wines, and hosting tips
Read full article: Houston holiday entertaining made easy with Eat Like a Local: Recipes, wines, and hosting tipsCelebrate the holidays Houston-style with Eat Like a Local’s ultimate guide to cocktails, charcuterie boards, wine selections, and hosting advice.
H-E-B recalls Red Lentil Dal Soup after milk allergen found in mislabeled containers
Read full article: H-E-B recalls Red Lentil Dal Soup after milk allergen found in mislabeled containersH-E-B recalls Meal Simple Red Lentil Dal Soup in Texas after some packages were found to contain turkey and wild rice soup with undeclared milk.
Classic dishes are taken to new levels at these Houston restaurants | What to order at State of Grace & Credence
Read full article: Classic dishes are taken to new levels at these Houston restaurants | What to order at State of Grace & CredenceHouston’s restaurant world never stops moving — and that’s exactly why we love exploring it each week on ”Eat Like a Local” with Chris Shepherd. In this episode, two spots putting their own stamp on familiar flavors while honoring the traditions that shaped them.
Turkey Carving 101 with award-winning chef Chris Shepherd
Read full article: Turkey Carving 101 with award-winning chef Chris ShepherdIf carving your Thanksgiving turkey feels a bit intimidating, you’re not alone. Award-winning chef and host of “Eat Like a Local” Chris Shepherd is here to help. Here are his tips for how to carve your turkey like a pro.
Thanksgiving cooking safety: HFD urges vigilance to prevent holiday kitchen fires
Read full article: Thanksgiving cooking safety: HFD urges vigilance to prevent holiday kitchen firesThanksgiving leads the nation in home cooking fires, and Houston sees the same trend. Fire officials are urging families to take simple precautions before preparing holiday meals.
Rockets, 50 Cent’s G-Unity Foundation, and Kroger to distribute turkeys in Houston
Read full article: Rockets, 50 Cent’s G-Unity Foundation, and Kroger to distribute turkeys in HoustonThe Houston Rockets, 50 Cent's G-Unity Foundation, and Kroger are collaborating to provide Thanksgiving meals to families in need in Houston.
These Greek family restaurants became Houston icons | Hear the stories behind Christie’s and Cleburne Cafeteria
Read full article: These Greek family restaurants became Houston icons | Hear the stories behind Christie’s and Cleburne CafeteriaIn this episode of “Eat Like a Local”, host Chris Shepherd learns the history behind two long standing Houston restaurants that offer a delicious reminder of the Greek immigrant influence on Houston’s culinary roots.
Taco Bell’s Live Más Café brings new drinks to the Houston area
Read full article: Taco Bell’s Live Más Café brings new drinks to the Houston areaLive Más Café comes to the Houston area with Mexican mocha iced coffees, Strawberry Limonada Refreshers, Churro Chillers, free merch, and fun at the grand opening in Spring.
Turkey giveaways 2025: Here’s where to find free Thanksgiving meals in the Houston area
Read full article: Turkey giveaways 2025: Here’s where to find free Thanksgiving meals in the Houston areaSeveral organizations in Houston are hosting turkey giveaways and community events to support families during Thanksgiving 2025.
The Salvation Army will provide more than 21,000 free holiday meals to Houston families
Read full article: The Salvation Army will provide more than 21,000 free holiday meals to Houston familiesThe Salvation Army of Greater Houston and the CMA CGM Foundation are giving out 21,600 meals to families in need Wednesday, Nov. 19, from 5–7 p.m. at the Aldine Westfield Corps. Food is available first-come, first-served, and the event is open to the community.