Tim Hanni’s ‘No Rules’ Approach to Wine Pairing!
Open your mind and throw out everything you think you know about pairing food and wine! Rethinking what we’re trained to believe is part of the fun philosophy of Tim Hanni, an internationally renowned ‘flavor maven.’
GNO Returns at The Wynden!
Hey Houston – save this date! Thursday, June 13th I’ll be out at The Wynden event center (located off South Post Oak Lane), for my latest Girls’ Night Out celebration. Join me for an evening of top-notch wine, amazing hors d’oeuvres from Masraff’s and fabulous shopping!
Heavenly Éclairs from the Houstonian
In no time at all, find out how to make a beautiful assortment of éclairs — or pick some up! — baked fresh from the fabulous pastry kitchen at the Houstonian. It’s one of the biggest pastry kitchens in all of Houston!
Uchi Houston Shares Tastes at Woodlands Wine and Food Week
It’s not often you see a Zagat review of 29 for ‘Food’ on a listed restaurant’s rating. But, that’s what you’ll see when you look-up Uchi Houston’s review. And that’s not all. A quick Google of ‘Uchi’ and you’ll find nothing short of 4.5 stars from numerous food critics, catapulting it to the forefront of our nation’s culinary map. Is it really that good? Yes, it’s that good!
Sizzling Chipotle Beef Compuestas Command Attention!
When the Sun is shining, you can bet the weather is ripe for throwing your own outdoor fiesta. Fire up the grill and get ready for a great dish to wow your guests…Sizzling Chipotle Beef Compuestas! Chef and registered dietitian, Rosie Benner, lays out all of the steps…
Electric Pink Lemonade Cupcakes for Easter!
Just as delicious as they sound…many thanks to Butter & Company Catering in Houston for the recipe. Perfect for children (or anyone) on Easter! Think of it as an easy addendum to the egg hunt. Enjoy!
Tanji Patton Talks Pizza Picks on KPRC!
You can view the video on the KPRC website.
Chef’s Lavish Akaushi Beef Lasagna!
The beautiful Quattro Restaurant in downtown Houston is a fabulous place to dine. Chef Maurizio Ferrarese tells me that every dish on his Italian menu has a story, including his homemade recipe for Texas Akaushi Beef Lasagna, which immediately caught my attention!
Sambuca Spicy Vodka Cream Sauce
The sauce is boss, and an excellent flavor booster on the Cosmo pizza at Sambuca Restaurant in Houston. I was lucky to source the recipe. Bravo!
Pat Sharpe Continues to Shape How Texas Chows Down!
Where are the best new restaurants in the Lone Star State? There’s one gal who can tell you all you need to know and has done just that for decades. Pat Sharpe, longtime restaurant critic for Texas Monthly, may just be the most influential foodie this side of the Rio Grande!
A Touch of Old & New with Celebrated Chef Jacques Pépin
Last September, Metro Cooking Houston saw a variety of stars from the culinary world converge on the Reliant Center to share the In’s and Out’s of what they do best. From Paula Deen to Giadia de Laurentiis, Goodtaste cameras caught up with the cream of the crop that included internationally recognized French chef, Jacques Pépin, and his daughter (and partner in the kitchen), Claudine.
Dan Pastorini’s Texas Style Rub Really Amplifies Flavor!
Football fans everywhere are going to LOVE this…the legendary Oiler himself, Dan Pastorini, wants a place in your condiment cabinet with his signature line of specialty Texas Style Rubs — award winning flavor and no added msg!
This Beautiful Sesame Ginger Glazed Salmon Surprises!
There’s a lot to be excited about with this latest recipe from H-E-B’s Cooking Connections. I’m on a mission, as of late, to eat healthier without sacrificing on taste. This beautiful Cedar Smoked Salmon filet is super easy to cook up, and has a great number of health benefits (it’s diabetic friendly)!
Masraff’s Wine Dinners Deserve Your Attention!
Soak up the sexy atmosphere at what’s consistently ranked as one of Houston’s top restaurants — Masraff’s on the Boulevard. Masraff’s continues to be one of my favorite restaurants in Houston. Watch for their fabulous wine dinners! A recent gathering saw a multi-course meal with Darioush wines and Darioush Khaledi himself!