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Beer + Bites: Discover two of the Houston-area’s best craft breweries
Read full article: Beer + Bites: Discover two of the Houston-area’s best craft breweriesThis episode is all about craft breweries, and you can’t talk about craft beer in Houston without a stop at Saint Arnold Brewing Company. It’s an icon of Houston’s craft beer scene for good reason. The brewery, which got its start in the 1990s, helped pave the way for other local breweries while also shaping how craft beer is sold and distributed in Texas.
Season 3 of ‘Eat Like a Local’ launches with chefs recognized by the James Beard Awards
Read full article: Season 3 of ‘Eat Like a Local’ launches with chefs recognized by the James Beard AwardsFirst stop: Spring, Texas. We roll in to see Chef Thomas Billie running the kitchen like a boss and his wife Elizabeth who is keeping the dining room humming — which is important, because the place is packed. Why? Well, maybe because Chef Thomas just snagged the 2025 James Beard Award for Best Chef: Texas.
FULL SHOW: Houston Life takes over Saint Arnold Brewing Company for a preview of ‘Eat Like a Local’ season 3
Read full article: FULL SHOW: Houston Life takes over Saint Arnold Brewing Company for a preview of ‘Eat Like a Local’ season 3The premier of season 3 of Eat Like a Local is just over a week away and we'll all excited! Houston Life took over Saint Arnold Brewing Company for a preview of what's in store for Season 3.
7 desserts to try before summer ends in Houston ☀️
Read full article: 7 desserts to try before summer ends in Houston ☀️We have one month left of summer (says the calendar, but probably not the weather) and that means 30 days to enjoy the best summer desserts Houston has to offer. From ice cream floats to gourmet banana splits and paletas made with real fruit, here’s our summer dessert bucket list.
5 kid-friendly restaurants in the Houston area parents will love too
Read full article: 5 kid-friendly restaurants in the Houston area parents will love tooAs the producer and mom on the Eat Like a Local crew, I’ve visited more than 150 restaurants across Houston with our host, James Beard Award-winning chef Chris Shepherd. Now, I’m sharing the casual spots I take my family when the cameras are off.
What to know about Southern Smoke Foundation’s Hill Country Relief Fund to help Texas flood victims
Read full article: What to know about Southern Smoke Foundation’s Hill Country Relief Fund to help Texas flood victimsHost of "Eat Like a Local," Chris Shepherd, is behind the nonprofit Southern Smoke Foundation, which is committing $150,000 toward the Hill Country Relief Fund application to assist food and beverage workers impacted by the devastating flood.
Enjoy fresh, locally sourced seafood at these Galveston restaurants
Read full article: Enjoy fresh, locally sourced seafood at these Galveston restaurantsIn this episode of “Eat Like a Local”, the crew returns to Galveston to learn how fresh caught Gulf seafood makes it from the dock to your plate. Host Chris Shepherd’s first stop is at Katie’s Seafood Market where he meets local fisherman Buddy Guindon who owns the market and Katie’s Seafood House right next door.
Exploring Galveston’s seafood scene: A taste of tradition and innovation
Read full article: Exploring Galveston’s seafood scene: A taste of tradition and innovationGalveston is known for its laid-back coastal vibe, rich history, and, of course, seafood. However, despite its proximity to the water, not all Galveston restaurants are sourcing fresh Gulf seafood. Host Chris Shepherd set out to sort out the local spots that are sourcing locally and serving up some of the best dishes in town.
‘Eat Like a Local’ presents the best and most indulgent desserts featured on the show
Read full article: ‘Eat Like a Local’ presents the best and most indulgent desserts featured on the showIn this episode - a showcase of Eat Like a Local's favorite desserts, plus Chris Shepherd samples some new sweet treats that joined the most loved list!
A Texas Classic: Chicken Fried Steak
Read full article: A Texas Classic: Chicken Fried SteakChris Shepherd's pursuit of the finest chicken fried steak plates around first takes him out I-10 to Sealy, where Wolf Pack Woodfired Tavern has teamed up with another local favorite, Bellville Meat Market, to create one of the most tender chicken fried steaks around.
Meet the man behind Houston’s finest sushi restaurants
Read full article: Meet the man behind Houston’s finest sushi restaurantsIn this episode of “Eat Like a Local”, host Chris Shepherd sits down with four-time James Beard Award nominee and mastermind behind some of Houston’s top Japanese restaurants, Chef Manabu “Hori” Horiuchi. Together, they dive into all things sushi, wagyu, and sake.
Get the scoop on some of Houston’s most delightful ice cream shops
Read full article: Get the scoop on some of Houston’s most delightful ice cream shopsTreat yourself to the stories behind some of Houston's tastiest, creamiest, and most delightful ice cream shops by watching the 50th episode of "Eat Like a Local with Chris Shepherd"!
‘Eat Like a Local’ lassos up tasty bites at RodeoHouston
Read full article: ‘Eat Like a Local’ lassos up tasty bites at RodeoHoustonHost Chris Shepherd is diving into the delicious world of RodeoHouston, helping you find the best bites from the 120+ food vendors serving up everything from fried cheesecake to barbecue and bacon-wrapped, well, everything.
Young Houston chefs put their own unique spins on Mexican food and it’s delicious
Read full article: Young Houston chefs put their own unique spins on Mexican food and it’s deliciousFrom critically acclaimed to up-and-coming, we’re introducing you to the young chefs who are reshaping Mexican food in Houston.
Rise and dine at exceptional Houston breakfast restaurants
Read full article: Rise and dine at exceptional Houston breakfast restaurantsBacon and eggs are great, but breakfast can be so much more! This week on “Eat Like a Local”, host Chris Shepherd is on a mission to find unforgettable early morning dishes.
Catch of the day: Fresh blue crabs delivered straight from the water to Houston area restaurants
Read full article: Catch of the day: Fresh blue crabs delivered straight from the water to Houston area restaurantsWe’ve covered farm to table on “Eat Like a Local”, so now in this episode we’re talking boat to table! Host Chris Shepherd headed to the coast to learn how blue crabs make it from our local waterways to our local restaurants..
Houston’s International BBQ scene is on fire 🔥 | ‘Eat Like a Local’ features several places you’ll want to try
Read full article: Houston’s International BBQ scene is on fire 🔥 | ‘Eat Like a Local’ features several places you’ll want to tryIn this episode of “Eat Like a Local”, we’re taking a new look at barbecue. In Texas, barbecue means meat smoked low and slow, but as host Chris Shepherd explains internationally barbecue takes on a different interpretation with meat cooked fast over fire or charcoal.
So many perfect sandwiches 🥪 The journey to find the best across the Houston area
Read full article: So many perfect sandwiches 🥪 The journey to find the best across the Houston areaNo matter the time of day or your mood, there’s a sandwich sure to satisfy your cravings. In this episode of “Eat Like a Local”, Chris Shepherd hits the road to find everything from a savory breakfast sandwich to a satisfying Philly cheesesteak. Hoagies, subs, clubs, Cubans, they’re all fair game.
Get to know Ziggy: The deli man serving New York Jewish deli food to Houstonians for 25 years
Read full article: Get to know Ziggy: The deli man serving New York Jewish deli food to Houstonians for 25 yearsFrom sky high sandwiches to house-made corned beef and old-world favorites like kugel and matzoh ball soup, Ziggy Gruber sit downs with Chris Shepherd to explain how he brought his family's Jewish heritage and their deli legacy to Houston through food.
Pies for every occasion! Where to buy pies in Houston for the holidays or everyday cravings
Read full article: Pies for every occasion! Where to buy pies in Houston for the holidays or everyday cravingsPies for the holidays and all year round! “Eat Like a Local” chef Chris Shepherd visits some of Houston's busiest and most renowned spots for whole pies and slices!
The best of Houston’s Pakistani food scene
Read full article: The best of Houston’s Pakistani food sceneFrom breakfast to dessert, “Eat Like a Local” chef Chris Shepherd samples some of the best Pakistani food in the Houston area. Joining him for this episode is Burger Bodega chef and friend Abbas Dhanani.
Take a tour of Houston’s tasty tamale scene with ‘Eat Like a Local’
Read full article: Take a tour of Houston’s tasty tamale scene with ‘Eat Like a Local’In this episode of “Eat Like a Local”, chef Chris Shepherd goes on a journey to explore different types of tamales from Mexican to Colombian and Cuban. He even finds a few surprises along the way.
Chris Shepherd to host ‘Table to Stage: A Conversation with Tom Colicchio’
Read full article: Chris Shepherd to host ‘Table to Stage: A Conversation with Tom Colicchio’Chris Shepherd recently stopped by Houston Life to chat about the return of his popular ‘Table to Stage’ chef series with a new guest and a new venue.
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.