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Watch this episode of ‘Eat Like a Local’ for more of the must-try bites at NRG Park

‘Top Chef’ finalist says this spot has the best corn dogs at the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo

Read full article: ‘Top Chef’ finalist says this spot has the best corn dogs at the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo

It’s one of the biggest celebrations of Texas culture and food -- the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. In this episode of “Eat Like a Local”, we spent a day roaming the midway to find the bites worth taking a break from the rides and games to enjoy. We found a few famous friends along the way!

From Houston to Bellville, ‘Eat Like a Local’ visits two butcher shops that have loyal followings

These meat markets are a cut above when it comes to quality, flavor, and tradition

Read full article: These meat markets are a cut above when it comes to quality, flavor, and tradition

If you’re a home chef or a backyard griller, you know the best meals come from having the best cuts of meat. This week on “Eat Like a Local”, host Chris Shepherd visits two meat markets that have been taking care of Houston-area customers for decades.

Best Friends in Houston, Houston Humane Society and Council Member Mario Castillo will distribute free cat and dog food to residents in need

Free drive-thru pet food pantry for Houston families in need

Read full article: Free drive-thru pet food pantry for Houston families in need

A free drive-thru pet food pantry event will be held on February 25 at Bella Vista Missionary Baptist Church in Houston, organized by Best Friends Animal Society in partnership with the Houston Humane Society and Houston City Council Member Mario Castillo. The initiative aims to support families facing financial hardship by providing essential pet food on a first-come, first-served basis, helping prevent the surrender of pets due to economic challenges. Community members are encouraged to donate cat and dog food through Best Friends' Amazon Wish List or directly to the Best Friends Pet Lifesaving Center by February 24, as past events have seen high demand and quick depletion of supplies.

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Win the Hosting Game! 🏈 Game Day recipes & crowd-pleasers from Chef Chris Shepherd

Read full article: Win the Hosting Game! 🏈 Game Day recipes & crowd-pleasers from Chef Chris Shepherd

It’s time for the big game and this week on “Eat Like a Local”, we’re showing you how to win the hosting game. From crispy wings to stacked sandwiches and drinks for a crowd, host Chris Shepherd shares his chef’s tips and recipes for the perfect game day spread. Here’s what to order and what to make, so you can spend less time in the kitchen and more time watching the game with your people.

Houston area barbecue is on the menu in this episode of ‘Eat Like a Local’

MEET THE PITMASTERS 🔥 ‘Eat Like a Local’ gets to know the teams behind CorkScrew BBQ & Ray’s Real Pit BBQ Shack

Read full article: MEET THE PITMASTERS 🔥 ‘Eat Like a Local’ gets to know the teams behind CorkScrew BBQ & Ray’s Real Pit BBQ Shack

In this episode of “Eat Like a Local”, host Chris Shepherd checks out local barbecue spots that started as passion projects and have grown into staples of Houston’s barbecue community. First, Chris heads to Old Town Spring to visit CorkScrew BBQ, a family-run barbecue joint that began as a hobby for owner Will Buckman.

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Chris Shepherd’s Houston-area burger picks include a hot new spot and a 50-year classic

Read full article: Chris Shepherd’s Houston-area burger picks include a hot new spot and a 50-year classic

It’s a celebration of Houston’s burger culture! Host Chris Shepherd checks out a buzzy newcomer and a beloved classic that’s been flipping patties for decades. He heads to Boo's Burgers and Tookie's in this episode of “Eat Like a Local”.

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‘Eat Like a Local’ explores Jūn’s cultural fusion and Latuli’s coastal cuisine in Houston

Read full article: ‘Eat Like a Local’ explores Jūn’s cultural fusion and Latuli’s coastal cuisine in Houston

Houston’s restaurant scene is famously diverse making it sometimes hard to define our local cuisine. In this episode of “Eat Like a Local”, host Chris Shepherd checks out two restaurants that have captured the essence of Houston food - one through a refined, cultural lens, the other inspired by coastal culture and sourcing.

These 5 cookbooks will have you cooking like some of the best chefs in Houston!

Taste Houston’s best with 5 must-have cookbooks from local chefs and restaurateurs

Read full article: Taste Houston’s best with 5 must-have cookbooks from local chefs and restaurateurs

Houston’s vibrant culinary scene is captured beautifully in five cookbooks by some of the city’s most celebrated chefs and restaurateurs. These cookbooks offer a delicious way to bring Houston’s diverse flavors into your kitchen, whether you’re a seasoned cook or just starting out. (KPRC 2 is part of the Amazon Associates program and receives a commission on qualified purchases made through our links.)

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Discover Houston Asiatown’s unique snacks with Chris Shepherd

Read full article: Discover Houston Asiatown’s unique snacks with Chris Shepherd

In this episode of 'Eat Like a Local", host Chris Shepherd explores the diverse snacks and street foods of Houston's Asiatown, highlighting family-run shops along Bellaire Boulevard. Key stops include Linda's Tropical Fruits for fresh smoothies and acai bowls, One Dragon for Shanghai shumai, Don's Cafe for banh mi, Bodard Bistro for Nem Nướng, and Hong Kong City Mall for bao and other snacks, showcasing the vibrant culinary scene and cultural heritage of the area.