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Brooke Viggiano

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Past articles by Brooke:

Celebrating St. Patrick's Day 2023 with Green Beer, Irish Whiskey and Pub Grub

It seems we all got a little Luck of the Irish, because Saint Patrick’s Day falls on a Friday this year; and those looking to join the shenanigans can find food, drink and merriment across the city. Check out these Houston bars and restaurants celebrating ol’ St. Paddy this Friday,... → Read More

Upcoming Houston Food Events: A Cheeseburger Pita Collab and "Treat Yourself" Wine Dinner

Mark your calendars, because you don’t want to miss these deliciously fun culinary happenings: Rodeo Goat, 2105 Dallas, has launched its latest burger battle—an ode to action packed surf film “Point Break”—available now through April 10 and featuring The Bodhi burger (beef and chorizo patty, blackened shrimp, muenster cheese, sautéed... → Read More

This Week in Houston Food Events: All Things Truffle and a Mezze Style Lounge Experience

Here's a look at this week's hottest culinary happenings: Monday, March 6 Orin Swift Cellars Dinner at Brasserie 19 Brasserie 19, 1962 West Gray, is hosting its first wine dinner of the year with Orin Swift Cellars beginning at 6:30 p.m. Highlights include rock dish crudo, hot smoked arctic char,... → Read More

Houston’s 5 Best Weekend Food Bets: A Chef Collab and Fish Fridays

Here's a look at this weekend's tasty food and drink happenings: 45th Anniversary Promo at Treebeards Friday 9655 Katy Freeway, 1100 Louisiana (Tunnel Level), 711 Louisiana (Tunnel Level), 1117 Texas Local institution Treebeards is celebrating its 45th anniversary on Friday, March 3 and Friday, March 10, offering its classic Red... → Read More

Upcoming Houston Food Events: Wine Dinners, Tequila Pairings and Exclusive Cellar Cuts

Mark your calendars, because you don’t want to miss these deliciously fun culinary happenings: Let’s Talk Womxn, a volunteer-based collaborative movement of women-owned food and beverage entrepreneurs, is throwing a “Let’s Talk & Celebrate” Gold Glamour Gourmet Bash held at Caracol, 2200 Post Oak, from 6 pm to 8 p.m... → Read More

Houston Bars and Restaurants Offering Cowboy Worthy Sips and Bites This Rodeo Season

The 2023 Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo is taking over the city now through March 19, and many Houston bars and restaurants are getting in on the action with cowboy-worthy food and drink specials. From themed cocktails and smoked turkey legs the size of Texas to tasty BBQ burgers and free... → Read More

This Week in Houston Food Events: BOGO Kolache and Shake Shack Goes Fine Dining

Here's a look at this week's hottest culinary happenings: Monday, February 27 Tlayuda Pop-Up at Tatemó In celebration of its one year anniversary at 4740 Dacoma, Tatemó (a James Beard Award nominee for Best New Restaurant) will host a Tlayuda Pop-Up from 7 to 10 p.m. The counter-service event is... → Read More

Things to Do: The Best Things to Eat and Drink in Houston This Weekend

Mark your calendars, because you don’t want to miss these deliciously fun culinary happenings: Ramen Tatsu-Ya, 1722 California, just celebrated its sixth year anniversary, and to celebrate, the cult favorite has brought back its annual cat-naming contest. Now through March 5, fans can enter as many names as they please... → Read More

Fish Fridays: These Houston Eateries Are Offering Seafood, Vegetarian and Meat-Free Eats This Lenten Season

In preparation for Easter, the "Great 40 Days" of Lent — this year, running from Wednesday, February 22 through Thursday, April 6 — is a time of fasting for many, with a number of folks giving up meat on Fridays as a way to show their sacrifice. Whether you’re participating... → Read More

This Week in Houston Food Events: Fat Tuesday and Go Texan Day Fun

Here's a look at this week's hottest culinary happenings: Monday, February 20 Lundi Gras Crawfish Boil at Lagniappe Kitchen & Bar Lagniappe Kitchen & Bar, 550 Heights, invites folks to a “Lundi Gras Crawfish Boil” from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Guests can enjoy crawfish by the pound (until sold... → Read More

Houston’s 5 Best Weekend Food Bets: Mardi Gras Brunch and Mardi "Cras" Crawfish Boil

Here's a look at this weekend's tasty food and drink happenings: Mard Gras Brunch at B&B Butchers & Restaurant Saturday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. 1814 Washington Guests can “laissez les bons temps rouler” at B&B's Mardi Gras Brunch, featuring dueling pianos, a New Orleans-inspired brunch menu with dishes from... → Read More

Things to Do: Upcoming Food & Drink Events in Houston this Winter 2023

Mark your calendars, because you don’t want to miss these deliciously fun culinary happenings: Standout fine dining restaurant March, 1624 Westheimer, has reopened for spring, exploring Greece and its culinary roots from land and sea alongside thoughtful selections of some of Greece’s most iconic wines and producers. Led by chef-partner... → Read More

Things to Do: Mardi Gras Parties, Food and Drink Specials in Houston this Fat Tuesday

Closing out Carnival season before Lent officially begins, there’s a day of utter gluttony and revelry known as “Fat Tuesday” (Mardi Gras). This year, it falls on Tuesday, February 21, and in celebration of this glorious holiday, these Houston bars and restaurants are ready to let the good times (and... → Read More

This Week in Houston Food Events: Valentine's Day is Here and It's Tasty As Ever

Here's a look at this week's hottest culinary happenings: Tuesday, February 14 Valentine’s Day Dining Whether you’re looking for an easy-going date night or an uber romantic, bubbly-fueled meal for two, Houston restaurants have got you covered this Valentine’s Day. Check out our 2023 Houston Valentine’s Day Dining Guide to... → Read More

Houston’s 5 Best Weekend Food Bets: Treat Your Sweet This Valentine's Weekend

Here's a look at this weekend's tasty food and drink happenings: Valentine’s Weekend Dining All weekend long With Valentine’s Day coming up next week (Tuesday), several Houston restaurants are starting the love affair with Valentine’s dinner specials this weekend. Check out our Houston Valentine’s Day 2023 Dining Guide to find... → Read More

Upcoming Houston Food Events: Eat for a Good Cause During Eat Drink HTX

Mark your calendars, because you don’t want to miss these deliciously fun culinary happenings: Houston Restaurant Weeks is bringing back its more casual sister event, Eat Drink HTX, running Wednesday, February 15 through Tuesday, February 28. Raising funds for nonprofits the Houston Food Bank and Children at Risk, the two-week... → Read More

Things to Do: Upcoming Food and Drink Events in Houston This Week

Here's a look at this week's hottest culinary happenings: Wednesday, February 8 True Anomaly and Indianola Beer Dinner Indianola and True Anomaly Brewing Company are joining forces for a One Small Step progressive dinner, starting at the Brewery, 2012 Dallas, at 5:30 p.m. and finishing at Indianola, 1201 Saint Emanuel... → Read More

Upcoming Houston Food Events: A Beer-Fueled Progressive Dinner and Truffle Masters Pre-Game

Mark your calendars, because you don’t want to miss these deliciously fun culinary happenings: DR Delicacy is slated to host its highly anticipated Truffle Masters event once again this year (March 6); but first, the luxury foods purveyor is partnering with Central Market, 3815 Westheimer, to host a truffle tasting... → Read More

Things to Do: These Houston Bars and Restaurants Are Bringing the Romance This Valentine's Day 2023

From sumptuous weekend long affairs to bubbly and chocolate fueled menus on the day of, these Houston restaurants are bringing the romance this Valentine’s Day. Backstreet Cafe, 1103 South Shepherd Featuring al fresco patios and a romantic vibe, Backstreet will offer its Valentine’s menu addition to its regular menu on... → Read More

This Week in Houston Food Events: Brisket Tsukemen Returns to Ramen Tatsu-Ya for One Day Only

Here's a look at this week's hottest culinary happenings: All week long Galveston Restaurant Week Galveston Restaurant Week will close out its run on Sunday, February 5. Participating restaurants are offering prix fixe menus for lunch, dinner and brunch, helping to raise funds for local charities including Galveston ISD Educational... → Read More