Tucked in the upscale heart of River Oaks, Botonica isnโt just a bar, itโs a cultural journey through Latin America told in the language of spirits, flavors, and stories.
Host 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.
If youโve been looking for a dinner spot that feels like a beach escape but keeps the Houston roots intact, TAGO might be your next move. The grand opening is Friday!
You may have seen calls for boycotts against McDonaldโs online and across social media, but while the calls to do so are real, the question remains whether an economic blackout will have an impact.
โTexas restaurants are more than businesses. They are employers, economic engines, and cultural anchors for every community,โ Emily Williams Knight, Ed.D., president and CEO of the Texas Restaurant Association, said.
In this episode of โEat Like a Localโ, the crew returns to Galveston to learn how fresh caught Gulf seafood makes it from the dock to your plate. Host Chris Shepherdโs first stop is at Katieโs Seafood Market where he meets local fisherman Buddy Guindon who owns the market and Katieโs Seafood House right next door.
Galveston 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.
With Mother's Day around the corner, a Houston chef who has cut his teeth at some of the biggest fine dining restaurants in the city, has never forgotten his biggest supporter and the one who first introduced him to his love of food.
In 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!
Whether you're looking to hang out with friends or lay low at the bar, "The Kid," is sure to be your next go-to spot as it blends choice craft beers from Flying Saucer and top-notch burgers from Rodeo Goat.
Chris 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.
Experience live cooking demos, interactive games, and dishes from 40+ culinary talents raising funds for No Kid Hungry.
A string of burglaries targeting bars and restaurants across Harris County and surrounding areas have left business owners frustrated, fearful, and desperate for answers.
Both restaurantsโjust miles away from one anotherโ were broken into overnight on Wednesday.
In this episode of โEat Like a Localโ, host Chris Shepherd sits down with four-time James Beard Award nominee and mastermind behind some of Houstonโs top Japanese restaurants, Chef Manabu โHoriโ Horiuchi. Together, they dive into all things sushi, wagyu, and sake.
Houstonโs vibrant food scene showcases a rich tapestry of cultures, and this week, neighbors have a really good reason to explore African American, African, and Caribbean cuisines during Black Restaurant Week. In 2025, the event celebrates its 10th anniversary.
Whether youโre celebrating Passover or Easter with the family, Tanji Patton of Goodtaste TV offers menu inspiration from some local Houston restaurants. Plus, she shares a recipe for pistachio chocolate cupcakes using the trendy Dubai chocolate, that is all the rage on social media.
Maven Coffee + Cocktails, located at Sawyer Yards, has quickly become a beloved spot for locals. What began as a simple coffee stand for Houston Astros fans has grown into a vibrant dining destination, thanks in part to the vision of Astros pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. and his partner, Juan Carlos de Aldecoa.
Treat 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"!
Host 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.
Certain childhood memories are just unforgettable and with dozens of Dairy Queen locations closing in Texas, some of those thoughts came flooding back for several members of our KPRC 2 team.
From critically acclaimed to up-and-coming, weโre introducing you to the young chefs who are reshaping Mexican food in Houston.
Bacon and eggs are great, but breakfast can be so much more! This week on โEat Like a Localโ, host Chris Shepherd is on a mission to find unforgettable early morning dishes.
Mark your calendars, set your alarms, and maybe even camp out (hey, free breakfast for a year is worth it). Bojangles is here, Houstonโand theyโre bringing the flavor.
Weโve covered farm to table on โEat Like a Localโ, so now in this episode weโre 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..
One lucky KPRC 2 Insider will win $200 in Landryโs Restaurants gift cards which can used at Vic & Anthonyโs or any of the companyโs well-known brands. Enter below daily until 10 a.m. on Feb. 7. The winner will be announced that day on โHouston Lifeโ which airs weekdays at 1 p.m. on KPRC 2.
In this episode of โEat Like a Localโ, weโre 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.
No matter the time of day or your mood, thereโs a sandwich sure to satisfy your cravings. In this episode of โEat Like a Localโ, Chris Shepherd hits the road to find everything from a savory breakfast sandwich to a satisfying Philly cheesesteak. Hoagies, subs, clubs, Cubans, theyโre all fair game.
From 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 the holidays and all year round! โEat Like a Localโ chef Chris Shepherd visits some of Houston's busiest and most renowned spots for whole pies and slices!
From breakfast to dessert, โEat Like a Localโ 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.
A night out in Houston Southeast is a whole lot of fun but with thousands of restaurants to choose from it is hard to know where to start!Southeast Management District board member, Sharone Mayberry of Mayberry Homes, took Houston Life's Melanie Camp on a night out on Almeda Road for a taste of the fun.
In this episode of โEat Like a Localโ, 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.
The wait is finally over, Texas will finally have Michelin star restaurants! The Michelin Guide announced over the summer that its s anonymous inspectors would visit restaurants in Houston, along with other cities in Texas.
From sustainably sourced seafood to quality, tender steak-cuts, the culinary team behind McCormick & Schmickโs in Houston has curated a delicious new menu showcasing a taste for every table.
Tanji Patton, the host of "Goodtaste with Tanji, shares local restaurant recommendations for visiting relatives and friends this holiday season, cocktails and wine finds.
From 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.
Whether youโre a fan of elaborate seafood towers, the finest, high-quality Kobe Beef and Tomahawk steaks, or even sushi rolls, the diverse menu at Mastroโs Steakhouse is perfect for any occasion.
In this episode of "Eat Like a Local", itโs a crispy, crunchy, southern classic โ fried chicken! We canโt talk about fried chicken in this city without going to Frenchyโs Chicken.
Cheers to Goodtaste! Tanji Patton of Goodtaste TV stops by Houston Life to celebrate a big milestone, ten years of her series, โGoodtaste with Tanji.โ She reflects on how the series got started and the different stories and people she has met and featured on the show over the years.
In this episode of โEat Like a Local with Chris Shepherdโ -- scratch that, this week, itโs 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.
From 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 โEat Like a Local with Chris Shepherdโ, he takes us to a few of his favorite spots for a sweet treat.
In October and November, elite chefs representing the Landryโs restaurant teams will be featured on โHouston Lifeโ, and each week a new KPRC 2 Insider will be drawn to win $200 in Landryโs gift cards, which can be used at any of the companyโs well-known brands.
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.
In this episode of โEat Like a Local with Chris Shepherdโ, we meet chefs who have set up shop inside local neighborhoods and share their signature dishes that keep people coming back.
Tanji Patton of Goodtaste TV stops by Houston Life with meal deals from Rainbow Lodge and Pacific Coast Tacos to help you save you money while dining out. Plus, a budget-friendly recipe for chicken lasagna the whole family will love. This recipe is inspired by The Bake Shoppe and Cafe in Cypress.
To 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.
Last week a brand-new restaurant opened at M-K-T Heights called Buttermilk Baby. Over the weekend, people lined up out the door for a chance to be among the first to get a taste of what is on the menu. Houston life reporter Melanie Camp took us inside Buttermilk Baby to show us what the hype is all about.
To 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.
CenterPoint Energy is expected to restore power to the area on Monday when KPRC 2's Rilwan Balogun was set to meet with a restaurant owner, however, neighboring business owners revealed the entire plaza has been without electricity.
As Houston residents recover from the damage and power outages caused by Hurricane Beryl, the Texas Restaurant Association is working to help area restauranteurs with the TX Restaurant Relief Fund.
We found making a TV show with Chris Shepherd is fun, spontaneous, and frequently unplanned. Despite this producerโs efforts to keep us on point, we frequently end up at what we over time have dubbed โpit stopsโ. This is when Chrisโ excitement to experience every kind of food in our city causes us to abruptly veer off-course. This bonus episode is all about the pit stops.
Gee Lee, the lead bartender at Loch Bar, stopped by Houston Life with a preview of some of the signature cocktails you can find at their Derby Day celebration.
In this episode of โEat Like a Local with Chris Shepherdโ, Shepherd sits down with Jaisinghani, the chef & co-owner of Pondicheri, who he calls a โlocal legend,โ โamazing human,โ and โamazing chef.โ
From discounted cosmic cocktails to eclipse-themed brews, local restaurants are offering a range of specials and discounts to commemorate this rare celestial event.
In this episode of โEat Like a Local with Chris Shepherdโ, Shepherd shares some of his favorite places to pick up breakfast or even road trip treats, including one that got its start almost seven decades ago.
Pizza is not one slice fits all. Weโre not just talking about customizing toppings. Several Houston restaurants are standing out for the techniques they use to craft the perfect cheesy pies.
In this episode of โEat Like a Local with Chris Shepherdโ, Shepherd heads east to meet Billy Link of Link Rice and Crawfish Farms who explains what it takes to supply Houston with the best crawfish. Shepherd then visits Crawfish Shack in Crosby where they boil up more crawfish each year than just about anybody.
In this episode of โEat Like a Local with Chris Shepherdโ, Shepherd spends a day sampling desserts, entrees, and drinks at one of Houstonโs biggest annual events.
In this episode of โEat Like a Local with Chris Shepherdโ, Shepherd sits down with Williams to hear the stories of Lucilleโs, his nonprofit organization Lucilleโs 1913, Eldorado Ballroom and Rado Market which sit next to Houstonโs Emancipation Park, and Williamsโ most recent endeavor Late August.
Rob Wright is the successful restaurateur behind restaurants like The Warwick, Rockhouse Southern Kitchen, and Prospect Park.
Youโll never grocery shop hungry again if you visit a Houston market that got its start 40 years ago. Phoenicia Specialty Foods has ready to eat food, plus an expansive store with filled with meats, cheeses, olives, wines, spices and so much more -- including a bakery and famous conveyer belt of fresh bread.
Chris Shepherd and friends in the restaurant business share where they go for cocktails and dinner
Chris Shepherd visits Monument Inn and BB's Tex-Orleans in this episode of "Eat Like a Local"
Chris Shepherd visits Bludorn and Nobie's in this episode of "Eat Like a Local"
Youโll find Donna Vallone most days at the restaurant. Also there, executive chef and partner Kate McLean, who worked and trained under Tony Vallone for several years. She returned to Tonyโs in 2022 where she has brought her own flair to the kitchen.
In this episode of โEat Like a Local with Chris Shepherdโ, Shepherd introduces us to two women who've been making a big impact on the Houston food scene for decades. Hear the stories behind how Irma's Original and China Garden Restaurant came to be and why they're still going strong.
In this episode of โEat Like a Local with Chris Shepherdโ, Shepherd takes us to a Mediterranean food truck he recently tried with his wife and decided had to be on the show.
From the meats to the sauces to the fresh and perfectly made tortillas, youโll want to put Dichos Taqueria and El Hildalguense on your list of places to dine.
From a restaurant where Shepherd learned to cook Thai food to the dining destination owned by Houston's most recent James Beard award-winning chef, this episode of "Eat Like a Local with Chris Shepherd" is filled with flavor and heat! ๐ฅ
From oysters and redfish to custom-made caviar, these Houston restaurants are perfect for a special occasion. Chris Shepherd takes us to LIttle's Oyster Bar and Josephine's in this episode of "Eat Like a Local"
Where does a James Beard award-winning chef like to eat on his days off? Chris Shepherd takes us to two of his favorites on "Eat Like a Local"
Rosie Cannonball and Candente are two Houston restaurants using fire to make their recipes sizzle.
Enjoy Taco Tuesday? Why limit yourself to just one day when there are so many great places to dine from breakfast to dinner any day of the week.In this episode of โEat Like a Local with Chris Shepherdโ, the chef explores tacos for just about every taste.
Tanji always features her favorite wine finds โ this time she put Houston Lifeโs hosts, Derrick Shore and Tessa Barrera to the test with a fun blind wine tasting challenge to show you can get a great bottle of vino under $20.
Gather around the table for the best of the best Vietnamese food. Whether youโre in the mood for something quick or looking for a place to sit and enjoy food and quality time with loved ones, this episode has you covered.
Houston is known for our diverse food scene and former Texans legend JJ Watt indulged in a lot of great spots when he lived in the city.
In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, KPRC 2 is highlighting some of our favorite restaurants to enjoy across Houston.
Chris Shepherd digs into craft barbeque in this episode of "Eat Like a Local". Find out how one popular pitmaster perfected his brisket and how another got his whole family involved in the business.
Find out which spots James Beard award-winning chef Chris Shepherd hits up for a good burger in the series premiere of โEat Like a Localโ
NBA legend Shaquille OโNeal celebrated the opening of his second Houston area restaurant Wednesday, with a line wrapped out the door filled with diners and fans waiting to greet Shaq and get a taste of his signature meals.
The fan-favorite fast food chain, Whataburger, just announced its new holiday, Aug. 8 is officially National Whataburger Day, and it has a gift for its loyal fans.
The Lone Star State is widely known for its delicious barbecue and, according to the New York Times, Houston is a hub for several restaurants known for its grilled cuisine.
