Have you ever gone back and revisited any of the restaurants you used to go to as a child…the places you liked as a kid? If not, seize the moment and do it! Now that I’m working in my hometown again, it’s great fun to go back to some of those old time favorites.
Restaurants
Incredible, Edible Austin Wine and Food Pairings
Food and wine lovers are gonna love this event! With five of Texas’ best chefs competing, a three-course tasting menu and fifteen wine and food pairings…how can you go wrong?
Haven’s Heavenly Texas Strawberry Salad
Haven is a little piece of heaven in Houston. The food is delicious which should come as no surprise. Chef and owner/partner Randy Evans was previously the chef at Brennan’s. Haven’s patio is truly one of the prettiest I’ve seen. Chef Evans sources local ingredients for his creative fare. This Texas strawberry salad is an example of fresh at its best.
Best Enchiladas?
A big thank you to our viewers who insisted we try Sylvia’s Enchilada Kitchen, a restaurant that serves eighteen different kinds of enchiladas! My first thought was there’s no way this could be good. After my first taste I was convinced—this is awesome!
Make fresh jam with Poteet strawberries
Homemade jam is so much easier to make than you would think…and it adds the perfect bit of freshness to brunch. Chef John Armstrong at the Westin La Cantera makes jam with fresh Poteet Strawberries. It’s part of Francesca’s new brunch, which has a wide range of delectable items…starting at about $13!
Serious seafood on the River Walk
Soft Shell Crab is now in season…and one of the best places to sample some is at the Fig Tree on the River Walk. This gem has THE most romantic patio in the city! And the new tasting menu is a great way to experience some fabulous food and wine, at an inexpensive price.
World’s Most Expensive Environmentally Correct Hotel?
For it’s size, only 62 rooms, this could be one of the most expensive hotels in the world… The beautiful Bardessono boasts a PLATINUM LEDE certification – every aspect of this hotel was constructed to be environmentally friendly, and it is appealing.
My Taste of Eataly with Lidia Bastianich – Bravissimo!
Three of New York’s best Italian culinary stars are the genius behind the city’s new giant Italian marketplace called Eataly. Lidia Bastianich, Joe Bastianich and Mario Batali, who all have fabulous resturants in NYC, are now showcasing the best of Italy in this entertaining emporium modeled after their partner Oscar Farinetti’s emporium in Turin, Italy.
Ambrosia really comes from Haven
Yes, Ambrosia could be the nectar of the Gods…especially this delicious version from talented Haven chef and owner Randy Evans.
Butter basted dorado with creamed cabbage
Easy to see why Haven Restaurant was recently named one of Houston’s Top Ten New Restaurants. Chef/Owner Randy Evans sources the freshest local products and comes up with the most delicious combinations of flavors.
A ‘Haven’ for Sleepy Heads
Just about any Saturday morning starting bright and early you can find a Farmers’ Market, but the key to getting the really good stuff is getting there early…until now.
Reef’s Hot! The Food Network Loves This Texas Chef
There’s a reason Chef/Owner Brian Caswell of trendy midtown Houston’s Reef restaurant was a featured chef on Food Network’s ‘Next Iron Chef’ series – he’s hot!
Breakfast Fans Join the Klub!
They had me at hello…literally! I’d heard great things about the Breakfast Klub…a funky, fun place for a good cup of coffee and a hearty breakfast, so my expectations were high when we made a visit.
Sensational Seafood at the Sandbar
The Sandbar is Owner and Chef Andrew Weissman’s popular seafood restaurant located at the historic Pearl brewery. Flown in daily, the seafood here is the freshest you’ll find in San Antonio.
A flaming romance
Set your love life on fire at the Fig Tree. This charming, romantic restaurant sits on the banks of the winding San Antonio River Walk. Inside the historic La Villita building, you’ll love the cozy table nooks and the old world style service. Outside, the terraced patio offers incredible views of the River Walk and privacy when required.