In this episode of “Eat Like a Local”, chef Chris Shepherd visits one of Houston’s quiet icons, Mandola’s Deli.

The wait is finally over, Texas will finally have Michelin star restaurants! The Michelin Guide announced over the summer that its s anonymous inspectors would visit restaurants in Houston, along with other cities in Texas.

Chris enlists the help of chef/owner Ope Amosu of ChòpnBlọk to help educate him on this growing culinary movement in Houston.

From sustainably sourced seafood to quality, tender steak-cuts, the culinary team behind McCormick & Schmick’s in Houston has curated a delicious new menu showcasing a taste for every table.

Tanji Patton, the host of "Goodtaste with Tanji, shares local restaurant recommendations for visiting relatives and friends this holiday season, cocktails and wine finds.

From pho to vermicelli to lo mein, in this episode of "Eat Like a Local", Chris Shepherd is on the hunt for the best noodles in town.

In this episode of "Eat Like a Local", savory and sweet Indian cuisine -- the history behind some of the best restaurants in Houston.

Whether you’re a fan of elaborate seafood towers, the finest, high-quality Kobe Beef and Tomahawk steaks, or even sushi rolls, the diverse menu at Mastro’s Steakhouse is perfect for any occasion.

In this episode of "Eat Like a Local", it’s a crispy, crunchy, southern classic – fried chicken! We can’t talk about fried chicken in this city without going to Frenchy’s Chicken.

Cheers to Goodtaste! Tanji Patton of Goodtaste TV stops by Houston Life to celebrate a big milestone, ten years of her series, “Goodtaste with Tanji.” She reflects on how the series got started and the different stories and people she has met and featured on the show over the years.

In this episode of “Eat Like a Local with Chris Shepherd” -- scratch that, this week, it’s Drink Like a Local! Chef Chris Shepherd checks out neighborhood watering holes and a luxe speakeasy as he searches Houston for the best cocktails in town.

From crispy and crunchy to thick and gooey, chef Chris Shepherd has scoured Houston for some of the best cookies in town. In this episode of “Eat Like a Local with Chris Shepherd”, he takes us to a few of his favorite spots for a sweet treat.

In October and November, elite chefs representing the Landry’s restaurant teams will be featured on “Houston Life”, and each week a new KPRC 2 Insider will be drawn to win $200 in Landry’s gift cards, which can be used at any of the company’s well-known brands.

Everyone knows Houston has one of the (if not absolute) best food scenes out there, yet WalletHub is about to make some enemies with its latest study on the best foodie cities in the U.S.

In this episode of “Eat Like a Local with Chris Shepherd”, we meet chefs who have set up shop inside local neighborhoods and share their signature dishes that keep people coming back.

A complete list of episodes from the inaugural season of the show celebrating the restaurants, dishes, and people that make Houston's food scene special.

Tanji Patton of Goodtaste TV stops by Houston Life with meal deals from Rainbow Lodge and Pacific Coast Tacos to help you save you money while dining out. Plus, a budget-friendly recipe for chicken lasagna the whole family will love. This recipe is inspired by The Bake Shoppe and Cafe in Cypress.

To kick off Season 2 of "Eat Like a Local", Chris Shepherd visits a local farm to see where Houston restaurants are getting the freshest and most flavorful produce.

Last week a brand-new restaurant opened at M-K-T Heights called Buttermilk Baby. Over the weekend, people lined up out the door for a chance to be among the first to get a taste of what is on the menu. Houston life reporter Melanie Camp took us inside Buttermilk Baby to show us what the hype is all about.

To kick off Season 2 of "Eat Like a Local", Chris Shepherd visits a local farm to see where Houston restaurants are getting the freshest and most flavorful produce.

CenterPoint Energy is expected to restore power to the area on Monday when KPRC 2's Rilwan Balogun was set to meet with a restaurant owner, however, neighboring business owners revealed the entire plaza has been without electricity.

As Houston residents recover from the damage and power outages caused by Hurricane Beryl, the Texas Restaurant Association is working to help area restauranteurs with the TX Restaurant Relief Fund.

Food always brings people together. But for one local chef it was the "blueberry lady" who caught his eye delivering berries to the kitchen at Brennan's of Houston.

We found making a TV show with Chris Shepherd is fun, spontaneous, and frequently unplanned. Despite this producer’s efforts to keep us on point, we frequently end up at what we over time have dubbed “pit stops”. This is when Chris’ excitement to experience every kind of food in our city causes us to abruptly veer off-course. This bonus episode is all about the pit stops.

Gee Lee, the lead bartender at Loch Bar, stopped by Houston Life with a preview of some of the signature cocktails you can find at their Derby Day celebration.

In this episode of “Eat Like a Local with Chris Shepherd”, Shepherd sits down with Jaisinghani, the chef & co-owner of Pondicheri, who he calls a “local legend,” “amazing human,” and “amazing chef.”

In this episode of “Eat Like a Local with Chris Shepherd”, Shepherd takes us to some of his favorite places for fresh shelled seafood like crawfish, crabs, and lobster.

“Eat Like a Local” host Chris Shepherd sat down with friends from three of his favorite Houston restaurants serving crawfish to talk about the season and crawfish styles.

From discounted cosmic cocktails to eclipse-themed brews, local restaurants are offering a range of specials and discounts to commemorate this rare celestial event.

In this episode of “Eat Like a Local with Chris Shepherd”, Shepherd shares some of his favorite places to pick up breakfast or even road trip treats, including one that got its start almost seven decades ago.

Pizza is not one slice fits all. We’re not just talking about customizing toppings. Several Houston restaurants are standing out for the techniques they use to craft the perfect cheesy pies.

In this episode of “Eat Like a Local with Chris Shepherd”, Shepherd heads east to meet Billy Link of Link Rice and Crawfish Farms who explains what it takes to supply Houston with the best crawfish. Shepherd then visits Crawfish Shack in Crosby where they boil up more crawfish each year than just about anybody.

In this episode of “Eat Like a Local with Chris Shepherd”, Shepherd spends a day sampling desserts, entrees, and drinks at one of Houston’s biggest annual events.

In this episode of “Eat Like a Local with Chris Shepherd”, Shepherd sits down with Williams to hear the stories of Lucille’s, his nonprofit organization Lucille’s 1913, Eldorado Ballroom and Rado Market which sit next to Houston’s Emancipation Park, and Williams’ most recent endeavor Late August.

Rob Wright is the successful restaurateur behind restaurants like The Warwick, Rockhouse Southern Kitchen, and Prospect Park.

You’ll never grocery shop hungry again if you visit a Houston market that got its start 40 years ago. Phoenicia Specialty Foods has ready to eat food, plus an expansive store with filled with meats, cheeses, olives, wines, spices and so much more -- including a bakery and famous conveyer belt of fresh bread.

Chris Shepherd and friends in the restaurant business share where they go for cocktails and dinner

Chris Shepherd visits Monument Inn and BB's Tex-Orleans in this episode of "Eat Like a Local"

Houston is known for being one of the top cities to dine and Yelp’s Top 100 U.S. Restaurants list of 2024 helps solidify that.

Chris Shepherd visits HK Dim Sum and Fung's Kitchen in this episode of "Eat Like a Local"

Chris Shepherd visits Bludorn and Nobie's in this episode of "Eat Like a Local"

You’ll find Donna Vallone most days at the restaurant. Also there, executive chef and partner Kate McLean, who worked and trained under Tony Vallone for several years. She returned to Tony’s in 2022 where she has brought her own flair to the kitchen.

In this episode of “Eat Like a Local with Chris Shepherd”, Shepherd introduces us to two women who've been making a big impact on the Houston food scene for decades. Hear the stories behind how Irma's Original and China Garden Restaurant came to be and why they're still going strong.

In this episode of “Eat Like a Local with Chris Shepherd”, Shepherd takes us to a Mediterranean food truck he recently tried with his wife and decided had to be on the show.

From the meats to the sauces to the fresh and perfectly made tortillas, you’ll want to put Dichos Taqueria and El Hildalguense on your list of places to dine.

From a restaurant where Shepherd learned to cook Thai food to the dining destination owned by Houston's most recent James Beard award-winning chef, this episode of "Eat Like a Local with Chris Shepherd" is filled with flavor and heat! 🔥

Phat Eatery and Dim Sum Box are among the many choices for people looking to dine or grab dessert in this Houston suburb.

Chef Shepherd and his friends from ‘Eat Like a Local’ help you plan the perfect Thanksgiving!

Blood Bros. BBQ and Feges BBQ are two of the spots in Houston shaking up the traditional barbecue seasonings.

From oysters and redfish to custom-made caviar, these Houston restaurants are perfect for a special occasion. Chris Shepherd takes us to LIttle's Oyster Bar and Josephine's in this episode of "Eat Like a Local"

Where does a James Beard award-winning chef like to eat on his days off? Chris Shepherd takes us to two of his favorites on "Eat Like a Local"

Rosie Cannonball and Candente are two Houston restaurants using fire to make their recipes sizzle.

Enjoy Taco Tuesday? Why limit yourself to just one day when there are so many great places to dine from breakfast to dinner any day of the week.In this episode of “Eat Like a Local with Chris Shepherd”, the chef explores tacos for just about every taste.

Tanji always features her favorite wine finds – this time she put Houston Life’s hosts, Derrick Shore and Tessa Barrera to the test with a fun blind wine tasting challenge to show you can get a great bottle of vino under $20.

Gather around the table for the best of the best Vietnamese food. Whether you’re in the mood for something quick or looking for a place to sit and enjoy food and quality time with loved ones, this episode has you covered.

Houston is known for our diverse food scene and former Texans legend JJ Watt indulged in a lot of great spots when he lived in the city.

In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, KPRC 2 is highlighting some of our favorite restaurants to enjoy across Houston.

Chris Shepherd digs into craft barbeque in this episode of "Eat Like a Local". Find out how one popular pitmaster perfected his brisket and how another got his whole family involved in the business.

Find out which spots James Beard award-winning chef Chris Shepherd hits up for a good burger in the series premiere of ‘Eat Like a Local’

NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal celebrated the opening of his second Houston area restaurant Wednesday, with a line wrapped out the door filled with diners and fans waiting to greet Shaq and get a taste of his signature meals.

The fan-favorite fast food chain, Whataburger, just announced its new holiday, Aug. 8 is officially National Whataburger Day, and it has a gift for its loyal fans.

Tanji Patton of Goodtaste TV is dishing on where you can enjoy authentic and homemade Italian cuisine without taking a trip overseas. No passport needed!

The Lone Star State is widely known for its delicious barbecue and, according to the New York Times, Houston is a hub for several restaurants known for its grilled cuisine.

Houston-area business Be More Pacific: Filipino Kitchen & Bar showed its support for the Filipino community with its third lumpia-eating contest in an effort to give back to small businesses.

Chris Shepherd's new show "Eat Like a Local" will introduce viewers to the Houston area’s diverse food culture, culinary hotspots, and hidden gems as well as the history and families behind the restaurants.

Houston is home to several amazing Black-owned restaurants that contribute to its constantly-growing food scene.

Just days after revealing “It’s Diner Time,” a new brand platform that doubles down on delivering diner comfort for today’s America, Denny’s announces new elements of its overall experience including the debut of a bold, bright new menu to welcome all and make guests feel even more at home when visiting America’s Diner.

Nigerian chef, Kavachi Ukegbu is spreading the culture during Black History Month with her signature Art of FuFu Cookbook Experience. The Art of Fufu is a signature outreach event that is designed to spread awareness of the rich heritage of West African cuisine.

The two-weekend event includes parades, live entertainment, Electric Mardi Gras, balcony parties and all the best food and drinks you could ever dream up.

After 70 years, Spanish Village, the iconic, popular Third Ward restaurant will permanently close its doors at the end of March.

In-N-Out Burger has finally arrived at The Woodlands, y’all!

Just in time for Labor Day weekend, Burns Original BBQ will open its third bistro in Kroger! On Sept. 3, the restaurant will have its grand opening inside the West Grand Parkway location.

This Summer, he stepped away from the kitchen

If you haven’t seen “House 2 Home with Lily Jang” and “Texas Eats: Houston Edition”, tonight’s your chance to catch both of these great shows in primetime on KPRC 2 starting at 7 p.m.

He's considered one of the founding fathers of Southwestern cuisine

In honor of Monday being National Barbecue Day, here is an explainer on what the four regions of barbecue is in the U.S.

If you’re anything like me, you love to travel. And after being inside for more than two years, I am absolutely ready to get back out there and visit some of my favorite cities.

Houston restaurant legend Irma Galvan turns 80 years old on Saturday. Her family has a big celebration planned for her on Sunday.

A popular Midtown restaurant is showing their support towards Third Ward’s Turkey Leg Hut, which recently went viral for their updated dress code.

In a figurative sense, this definitely isn’t a book to judge by its cover, because when you pull up, there’s no way it looks to be on the outside what it really is on the inside.

Houston restaurants will celebrate the Latin culinary culture throughout this month.

Residents of The Woodlands no longer need to drive so far to enjoy the goodness of State Fare Kitchen & Bar.

Whether you’re taking Mom out for brunch or dinner, or you’ll be staying home and having a break from cooking, many Houston-area restaurants are doing the cooking for you this year.

Mother’s Day is quickly approaching.

Irma’s Original has been a staple for quality Tex-Mex food for more than 30 years.

Irma’s Original has been a staple for quality Tex-Mex food for more than 30 years.

Tres Amigos Cafe & Cantina is not just for “Beer Drinkers and Hellraisers.”

HOUSTON – With several state COVID-19 restrictions ending in Texas on Wednesday, a Houston bar is planning to reopen for the first time in months. “Employees are going to wear masks. Greg Abbott is lifting the state’s mask mandate and allowing any business to open at 100% capacity. The bar plans to provide sanitation stations and will require employees to wear masks, but customers can choose whether to cover their face, he said. Guidelines from the Texas Restaurant Association call for employees to wear masks while working, while customers are encouraged to wear masks.

Private businesses and entities have the legal right to require customers and employees to wear a mask. AdGuests and employees have no “constitutional free speech rights in a private business or workspace,” according to restaurant.org. The First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution protects an individual’s right to free speech from infringement by the government, but not a private business. He said the department is not interested in arresting people and he urged residents to either wear a mask or take their business elsewhere. “If you go to a business and they tell you to wear a mask, please either wear the mask or decide to take your business elsewhere.

HOUSTON – The Texas Restaurant Association is calling the governor’s executive order to reopen the state a light at the end of the tunnel for the restaurant industry. “Any opportunity to get more people into the restaurants is increased revenue, more opportunity for some of these restaurants that are holding on. Greg Abbott announced that all Texas businesses can open at 100% capacity beginning March 10. It is now time to open Texas 100%,” Abbott said. Abbott explained that a business is not mandated to reopen at 100%, but now it is the restaurant owner’s choice.

Tanji Patton of Goodtaste TV shares how local restaurants are embracing the trend. Tanji Patton of Goodtaste TV shares healthier options found at local restaurants. Tanji Patton of Goodtaste TV shares healthier options found at local restaurants. Tanji Patton of Goodtaste TV shares healthier options found at local restaurants. Tanji Patton of Goodtaste TV shares healthier options found at local restaurants.

HOUSTON – Ready to kiss 2020 goodbye? Celebrate with the best meals you’ve had this year by dining at one of these Houston-area restaurants on New Year’s Eve. From New American and French to Japanese and Mexican cuisines, these restaurants will be open on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day to celebrate the departure of 2020 and the arrival of 2021. This list includes information from both OpenTable and 365 Things To Do In Houston. #Lodgestyle Posted by Rainbow Lodge on Monday, December 28, 2020Address: 2200 Post Oak, HoustonAddress: 3755 Richmond, HoustonAddress: 13616 Memorial, HoustonAddress: 807 Taft, HoustonAddress: 309 Gray, HoustonAddress: Multiple locationsDo you know of other restaurants bringing New Years Eve specials?

HOUSTON – Sushi Pop is opening at The Shops at Hilshire Village in the Spring Branch area. The restaurant offers a relaxed casual space to enjoy Japanese-inspired dishes, such as poke bowls, sushi rolls and ramen. They provide a variety of traditional and daring options from raw to cooked. The Shops at Hilshire Village is located north of Interstate 10 and west of Interstate 610 in the Houston area. The address is 1505 Wirt Road.

HOUSTON – The city of Houston has launched a new restaurant and meal assistance program. City council approved the $2.2 million Houston Eats Restaurant Support program or H.E.R.S. to help local restaurants and provide up to 20,000 meals to individuals most affected by the pandemic. The city partnered with Lemond Kitchen, a local catering company run by Merinda Martin and her husband. Dona Maria had agreed to provide about 200 meals a week and the program will pay them $10 a meal.

HOUSTON – Two Houston-area cities will soon have a new spot to visit for breakfast, lunch, and boozy brunch cocktails. In a news release, The Toasted Yolk will be opening their 15th and 16th restaurants in League City and Bellaire after leases were signed for the two franchise locations. The Toasted Yolk in League City is located at 2535 Gulf Freeway near FM 646 and is set to open next month. The Bellaire location, at 5103 Bellaire Blvd is slated to open on March 2021.

Many restaurants and other businesses are serving up some sweet freebies just for you on this Veterans Day. Here are some of the places offering freebies for veterans today:RestaurantsMcDonaldsFree combo meal for all Veterans with valid ID. Hopdoddy Burger BarFree classic burger for veteransBar LouieVeterans receive a free burger or a flatbread on their visit. Hair salonsGreat ClipsFree haircut for veterans all day Wednesday or pick up an free haircut card to use on the next visit. AmusementSpace Center HoustonFrom Nov. 1-30, Active-Duty veterans receive free admission to Space Center with valid ID.

HOUSTON – Wouldn’t it be nice to get something other than free candy this Halloween? Below you’ll find a list of freebies and deals available in the Houston area throughout October and how you can get them:We will be adding more deals as soon as we find out about them so be sure to come back as Halloween approaches. Its hands and feet Halloween therapy special offers a scrub, paraffin, a massage and crystal therapy for $55. With the purchase of any dozen donuts, customers can score a dozen of its Sweet-or-Treat donuts for only $1. On Halloween, kids 12 and under who visit Dickey’s in a costume will eat for free at participating Houston area locations.

HOUSTON – Do you have a hankering for a great loaded baked potato? The Houston-area has several restaurants, especially barbeque restaurants, that serve loaded baked potato, either as a side to their juicy brisket or as a standalone meal. But what is the difference between a regular baked potato and a loaded baked potato? Loaded baked potatoes are, well...loaded with your favorite barbeque meats, cheese, and other toppings! Monday morning, we asked our KPRC 2 social media followers on what restaurants serve the best loaded baked potato, and we’ve received a ton of suggestions!