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Kitchens right ships, tap new 'captains'—A kitchen without a chef is like a ship without a captain. The vessel drifts without direction. READ STORY
Sharon Steinmann : Chronicle
Striped bass with braised fennel, baby carrots and truffle emulsion prepared by Michael Kramer, executive chef at Hotel Icon.
New Reviews
Los Cucos knows what it's doing—It never occurred to me that the food at Los Cucos -- a Mexican-food chain restaurant -- might be good. Foolish me. READ STORY
Au Petit Paris—Precision and careful technique are on display at Au Petit Paris. READ STORY
La Guadalupana Bakery and Café—It's not a fancy place, but it is an unusually warm and useful one, with lovingly made Mexican breakfasts that are served all day. READ STORY
Tortas El Angel— The custom-baked telera rolls may be the secret to the success of Tortas El Angel. READ STORY
Aura—Tucked away in a shopping center in Missouri City, behold the new breed of mom-and-pop restaurants this is Aura. READ STORY
Bistro Lancaster—Talented young executive chef Jamie Zelko has breathed such new life into a tired institution that she recently won the "Upcoming Chef of the Year" award from My Table, the local dining bimonthly. READ STORY
Big Mama's Homecookin'—"Never eat at a place called Mom's," author Nelson Algren once wrote. But he hadn't been to Big Mama's Homecookin'. READ STORY
Timpano Chophouse & Martini Bar— Mussels and steaks show Timpano at its best. When it veers from those, however, the quality is not as fine. READ STORY
Danton's Gulf Coast Seafood Kitchen—Danton's has kinks to address but, mostly, its seafood sings. READ STORY
Reader Reviews
  • Abe's Cajun Market: The gumbo is out of this world and the crawfish etouffee is amazing. -- Jack Mcgee, Houston
    Overall: ****

  • El Tiempo Cantina: I have loved this restaurant but over the years the food has lost its edge. -- K.H., Bellaire
    Overall: ****

  • Christie's Seafood & Steak: The fried shrimp with their homemade remoulade sauce is the finest money can buy. -- John Froehlich, Houston
    Overall: ****

  • Pit Master Barbecue Cafe: The food is great and you can eat it with or without barbaque sauce. -- Crystal Busch, The Woodlands
    Overall: ****

  • Taquieria El Charro: Best breakfast tacos in the area! -- Bryan C., Humble
    Overall: ****

    • Excerpts from selected reviews.

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COOK'S TOUR
 Alison Cook
Drive-Thru Gourmet
DQ goes green: a mint Blizzard— This week I reached out for a Mint Oreo Blizzard at Dairy Queen, America's roadside dessert cart with 5,000 restaurants coast to coast READ STORY
Whine & Dine
Black Swan no ugly duckling— Kelly Patterson applauds the ambience, service, food and presentation at Black Swan Restaurant and Catering Company. READ STORY
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