โLocal legendโ talks to Chris Shepherd about food, flavor, and her eco-friendly business practices
In this episode of โEat Like a Local with Chris Shepherdโ, Shepherd sits down with Jaisinghani, the chef & co-owner of Pondicheri, who he calls a โlocal legend,โ โamazing human,โ and โamazing chef.โ
โThe birthplace of Houstonโs kolache sceneโ still serving great breakfasts nearly 70 years after it opened
In this episode of โEat Like a Local with Chris Shepherdโ, 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.
Craving crawfish? Chris Shepherd visits a Louisiana crawfish farm and then finds some of the best mudbugs in Houston
In this episode of โEat Like a Local with Chris Shepherdโ, 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.
For the love of Lucille: Meet the Houston chef inspired by his great-grandmotherโs passion for cooking and community
In this episode of โEat Like a Local with Chris Shepherdโ, Shepherd sits down with Williams to hear the stories of Lucilleโs, his nonprofit organization Lucilleโs 1913, Eldorado Ballroom and Rado Market which sit next to Houstonโs Emancipation Park, and Williamsโ most recent endeavor Late August.
Shop and dine at one of Houstonโs most beloved international grocery stores
Youโll 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.
A day in the life of one of Houstonโs favorite chefs: Eat Like a Localโs Chris Shepherd
While youโve likely heard much about Chris Shepherd before, what you might not know is how hard he works on a daily basis to bring everything heโs got to the people of the city, while still pouring into his home life with his wife, Lindsey Brown.
Flavor with flair๐ฝ๏ธTonyโs in Houston adds fun to your fine dining experience
Youโll 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 Tonyโs in 2022 where she has brought her own flair to the kitchen.
Hear the stories behind two iconic Houston restaurants told by the women running them
In this episode of โEat Like a Local with Chris Shepherdโ, 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.
This acclaimed chef rightfully refuses to compromise on her โunapologetically, and authentically Thaiโ recipes
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! ๐ฅ
Oysters and caviar! Dig into the science of seafood and Gulf Coast flavors on โEat Like a Localโ
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"
Tacos for any day of the week! Chris Shepherd takes us on a taco crawl around Houston
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 โEat Like a Local with Chris Shepherdโ, the chef explores tacos for just about every taste.
Bรกnh mรฌ and Pho: These Vietnamese restaurants are doing it right in Houston
Gather around the table for the best of the best Vietnamese food. Whether youโre 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.
Learn to make the perfect elote with Feges BBQ!
Erin Smith, co-owner of Houstonโs Feges BBQ, shows us the simple side dish that is perfect for your summer barbecue or next Tex Mex meal at home. With just 6 ingredients, elote is an affordable and quick dish that will impress your family. The recipe can easily be scaled up to feed a party crowd. Watch the video to see how to make it!
Understanding craft barbeque with Truth BBQ Pitmaster Leonard Botello IV
Leonard Botello IVโs Truth BBQ has been ranked in the top 3 of Texas Monthlyโs best barbecue joints in Texas. Chef Chris Shepherd heads to Truthโs location in the Heights to learn more about how Botello is helping define craft barbeque and some of the secrets to turning out some of the best barbeque in the state.
๐ข Houston chef Chris Shepherd announces new weekly show โEat Like a Localโ exclusively on KPRC 2
Chris Shepherd's new show "Eat Like a Local" will introduce viewers to the Houston areaโs diverse food culture, culinary hotspots, and hidden gems as well as the history and families behind the restaurants.
โEat Like a Local with Chris Shepherdโ debuts Saturday on KPRC 2 ๐ฝ
KPRC 2 is partnering with James Beard Award-winning chef Chris Shepherd to spotlight the Greater Houston areaโs diverse food culture, culinary hotspots, and hidden gems that make our city unique. "Eat Like a Local with Chris Shepherd" premieres Sept. 16 at 10 a.m.
๐ด Champ Burgers serving up classic American burgers for 60 years ๐ ๐
It's summer, and for many, that means burger season! James Beard award-winning Chef Chris Shepherd is checking out some of the best places to eat in Houston, including a local burger joint that has been a staple in Houston for 60 years. Learn the secret to their longevity as Chris Shepherd takes us inside Champ Burger in EADO as part of the summer series, 'Eat Like a Local.'
Meet the man who brought New York-inspired chopped cheese style burgers to Houston
Burger Bodega has people lining up to try a New York specialty thatโs perfect for burger lovers. Chris Shepherd takes you inside the restaurant to find out why itโs becoming the coolest, up and coming burger joints in Houston.
Meet the man behind Link Crawfish Farm
Weโre starting our new summer series โEat Like a Localโ with a look at legendary crawfish farm, Link Farms. Watch as Houston chef Chris Shepherd takes us to Crowley, Louisiana to meet Billy Link and learn how he's helping feed Houston's insatiable appetite for crawfish!
Chef David Changโs โMillionaireโ win means huge donation to Houston charity
HOUSTON โ Celebrity Chef David Changโs smarts have netted a huge donation for a Houston charity. Chang won the top prize on โWho Wants to Be a Millionaireโ on Sunday and he designated Southern Smoke as his non-profit recipient. The Houston-based organization aims to aid people in the food and beverage industry that have been affected by disasters. Southern Smoke co-founder Chris Shepherd said Changโs donation will help hundreds of people. If youโd like to donate to Southern Smoke, go to southernsmoke.org.
Buy a beer, give back to Houston: Texas chefs brew up Karbach Pilsner to help restaurant workers
HOUSTON โ Two renowned Texas chefs are joining forces with a Houston brewery to craft a special pilsner that allows you to give back to the community. Austin-based chef Aaron Franklin and Houston-based chef Chris Shepherd joined forces to create a one-of-a-kind beer with Karbach Brewing in hopes to bring something good out of 2020. The new beer, called Horseshoe Pilsner will benefit Southern Smoke Foundation, supporting food and beverage workers impacted by the COVID-19 crisis, according to a release. Horseshoe Pilsner is โmade to be the perfect palate cleanserโ and is perfect to enjoy with Texas barbecue, said Franklin, who owns Franklin Barbecue in Austin. Both Franklin and Shepherd hope they will raise up to $100,000 for Southern Smoke Foundation.
Bar, nightclub owners anticipate governors announcement in hopes of reopening
Bar and nightclub owners are holding out hope that it will pertain to positive news for their business. Seats around the bar are sectioned off and their customer base has decreased due to the pandemic, said owner Steve Labac. Michael Klein, president of the Texas Bar and Nightclub Alliance (TBNA), said a lot of bars and nightclubs are making that transition, since the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC) wont allow them to open their doors otherwise. Popular Houston chef Chris Shepherd, who owns Underbelly Hospitality, said his industry is taking a huge hit too. He also said the Payment Protection Program loans from the Federal Government, which he applied for, runs out this month.