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Oysters & Caviar | Eat Like a Local with Chris Shepherd, Ep. 7
Little’s Oyster Bar and Josephine’s have chefs in the kitchen who could teach master classes on the science of seafood. From oyster origins to why the caviar at Little’s is so special, you’ll feel like more of an expert too the next time you dine out after watching this show. Plus, you’ll want to stick around until the end, because Josephine’s is serving up a pie with a crust that Shepherd calls “stupidly good.” It combines peanuts, peanut butter, root beer, and homemade ice cream. Shepherd told the lead chef at Josephine’s that it better NEVER come off the menu.
Visit Two Headed Dog for Creepy Themed Halloween Cocktails
Are you ready to meet some spirits? In your cocktails that is! At Two Headed Dog owner Lindsay Rae and her team are mixing potions to help you with your double, double toil and trouble this spooky season. In the lead up to Halloween and for a few days after gather your boos and ghouls and imbibe in spirit-ed cocktails that are specially curated for The Black Lagoon pop-up. With spirits or without, the crafted beverages at Tow Headed Dog are delicious! Check out The Black Lagoon for Halloween in Houston! Two Headed Dog is at 3100 Fannin Street #115, Houston, TX 77004. They are open Monday-Friday from 5 p.m. until 2 a.m. Take a look at what to expect in the video above!
Chef's Day Out | Eat Like a Local with Chris Shepherd, Ep. 6
Shepherd shares some of his favorite places to dine on his days off! One of his go-to restaurants experimented for six months to create the perfect burger, has delicious wings you won't find on the menu, and serves up cocktails that sparkle!
Cooking with fire! | Eat Like a Local with Chris Shepherd, Ep. 5
In this episode, Chris Shepherd takes us to an Italian restaurant and a Tex-Mex restaurant which gained acclaim by cooking with an open flame. Stick around for the full show, because Shepherd also brings us into his backyard to share his technique when he fires up dinner outdoors!
Vietnamese Food | Eat Like a Local with Chris Shepherd, Ep. 3
In this episode, Chris explores a variety of Vietnamese food! Whether you’re looking for a quick and delicious banh mi sandwich or an impressive spread to savor with family and friends, the James Beard award-winning chef shows us great options around Houston.
What to Eat at Lagoonfest: From Festival to Fancy!
Lagoonfest (unofficial) VP of fun Uri Man took Houston Life's Melanie Camp on a tour of all the fun things you can do at Lagoonfest...including the food! The Blue Lagoon Bar & Grill serves delicious food and specialty cocktails. Watch the video to find out more! Book tickets for concerts and get day passes at lagoonfesttexas.com
Trying a Dish Chef Christine Ha is Creating for The Galveston Wine Festival this Labor Day Weekend
Have fun at Moody Gardens this Labor Day weekend. From September 1-3 it is The Galveston Island Food and Wine Festival Houston Life’s Melanie Camp caught up with Chef Ha at one of her restaurants, The Blind Goat, in Spring Branch to taste one of the bites Chef Ha is creating for the Festival this year. Watch Chef Christine Ha talk about her dish in the video above. Book a staycation package at Moody Gardens to make the most of the entire weekend. Rooms are selling fast book online at moodygardens.org or call 409-744-4673.
Trying a Dish Chef Christine Ha is Creating for The Galveston Wine Festival this Labor Day Weekend
Have fun at Moody Gardens this Labor Day weekend. From September 1-3 it is The Galveston Island Food and Wine Festival Houston Life’s Melanie Camp caught up with Chef Ha at one of her restaurants, The Blind Goat, in Spring Branch to taste one of bites Chef Ha is creating for the Festival this year. Watch Chef Christine Ha talk about her dish in the video above. Book a staycation package at Moody Gardens to make the most of the entire weekend. Rooms are selling fast book online at moodygardens.org or call 409-744-4673.
Take a First Look at One of the Dishes at The Galveston Island Win e Festival with Executive Chef Christina Ha
The Galveston Island Wine Festival is back this Labor Day weekend September 1-3 and this time it will be at Moody Gardens. It is going to be bigger and better than ever! A number of Houston's top chefs, including Executive Chef Christine Ha, will be creating dishes for the Festival. Houston Life's Melanie Camp caught up with Chef Ha at one of her restaurants, The Blind Goat, in Spring Branch to taste one of the delicious offerings at The Galveston Wine Festival this year.
Rewind and Unwind with Movie Themed Drinks at this DVD Rental Café in Sugar Land
The Wynn Network Plus is a family run DVD rental store, event space, and café in Sugar Land. Watch the video above to check out some of the cool movie themed drinks on the menu. The café is located at 4127 Highway 6 Sugar Land, TX 77478. Opening hours are Monday-Thursday from 8am-7pm and Friday-Saturday from 8am-8pm. Call them at 281.302.5836