Everything may be bigger in Texas, but apparently, risk-taking isn’t one of them.

Host Chris Shepherd is diving into the delicious world of RodeoHouston, helping you find the best bites from the 120+ food vendors serving up everything from fried cheesecake to barbecue and bacon-wrapped, well, everything.

The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo is known for its thrilling concerts and exciting rides, but this year, the food vendors are stepping up their game with bold new flavors.

On Houston Life, we discovered how one man’s journey after the Vietnam War became a true example of the American Dream. Meet Mr. Tai Nguyen, the father half of the father-son duo behind Mr. Tai Chili Garlic Flakes. Decades of working in convenience stores shaped his work ethic, cooking skills, and led him to create his unique take on the centuries-old Asian staple, chili garlic oil.

Jaewon Jung recently joined KPRC 2 from Las Vegas and has been hearing so many things from everyone in the newsroom about the rodeo. Wish her luck!

It's almost time for rodeo and it's National Chili Day. What better way to saddle up with a hearty chili dish that has been a cowboy classic for over 40 years at Molina's Cantina?

The Whatacatch is back!

As egg prices soar to unprecedented levels, many people are exploring alternative ways to secure their supply of this breakfast staple.

Attention, Dairy Queen lovers! A significant shift is happening as 25 beloved DQ locations across Texas are closing their doors.

A look at just how many pounds of brisket they’re preparing to cook for the big event. (hint, it’s a lot!)

In celebration of Black History Month, we're spotlighting some of Houston's standout Black-owned restaurants that are redefining the city's vibrant food scene.

The good news is, that the NIH hasn’t found evidence that it significantly impacts children’s growth. Of course, that doesn’t make it any less stressful when trying to change the behavior.

From critically acclaimed to up-and-coming, we’re introducing you to the young chefs who are reshaping Mexican food in Houston.

The Baker’s Son is a favorite with the local Filipino community in Houston. The bakery began its journey in Jacksonville, Florida. The new Sugar Land location is their third, with another store in Houston near the medical center. At the weekend, the bakery is busting, and many of the Filipino favorites sell out before the morning is over.

Elevate your dessert game with a delightful twist on the classic French macaron! Create a macaron cake perfect for any occasion, especially Valentine's Day.

Bacon and eggs are great, but breakfast can be so much more! This week on “Eat Like a Local”, host Chris Shepherd is on a mission to find unforgettable early morning dishes.

We love, love! Especially when it comes to celebrating with our pals. We're getting ready for Galentine's with Zanti, the delicious Italian restaurant in River Oaks. They're showing us how to make the ultimate cocktail and mocktail to celebrate the friendships in your life.

Mark your calendars, set your alarms, and maybe even camp out (hey, free breakfast for a year is worth it). Bojangles is here, Houston—and they’re bringing the flavor.

We’re getting a look at what’s most popular on their menu, and how you can check out their big game watch party this Sunday.

We’ve covered farm to table on “Eat Like a Local”, so now in this episode we’re talking boat to table! Host Chris Shepherd headed to the coast to learn how blue crabs make it from our local waterways to our local restaurants..

One lucky KPRC 2 Insider will win $200 in Landry’s Restaurants gift cards which can used at Vic & Anthony’s or any of the company’s well-known brands. Enter below daily until 10 a.m. on Feb. 7. The winner will be announced that day on “Houston Life” which airs weekdays at 1 p.m. on KPRC 2.

The prosperity salad, also known as "Yusheng," is said to bring prosperity, abundance, and good fortune for the coming year.

In this episode of “Eat Like a Local”, we’re taking a new look at barbecue. In Texas, barbecue means meat smoked low and slow, but as host Chris Shepherd explains internationally barbecue takes on a different interpretation with meat cooked fast over fire or charcoal.

With snow expected to hit the Houston area, making driving either difficult or impossible, we’re anticipating that people across the area will be cooking meals from home.

No matter the time of day or your mood, there’s a sandwich sure to satisfy your cravings. In this episode of “Eat Like a Local”, Chris Shepherd hits the road to find everything from a savory breakfast sandwich to a satisfying Philly cheesesteak. Hoagies, subs, clubs, Cubans, they’re all fair game.

The nod from the New York Times is nothing short of amazing. From James Beard Nomination to reviving Cambodian cuisine, pastry chef Vanarin Kuch of Koffeteria is getting more national attention. Houston Life reporter Lauren Kelly and former Houston radio superstar Sarah Pepper sat down to get to know how his roots inspired every bite. They took to the kitchen where he showed them the recipe that landed Koffeteria on the New York Times' list of 22 best bakeries in across the US right now.

Try out the Mediterranean diet if you're aiming to eat healthier this year.

Host Chris Shepherd caught up with Chef Luis Roger the day after BCN nabbed a coveted Michelin Star at Texas’ first-ever Michelin ceremony.

Struggling to stay on budget with grocery shopping? You're not alone! With inflation and rising food prices, meal planning has become a hot topic. But don't fret—AI can be your secret weapon! 💡

The Houston Texans will host the Los Angeles Chargers in a wild card playoff game this Saturday, and make sure to get there early to try some of the new food items and merchandise!

Attention all waffle fry aficionados! Chick-fil-A has made a change to its iconic Waffle Potato Fries, and the internet is crunching down on the details.

Discover expert tips for healthy eating and a simple, delicious recipe inspired by the fresh produce from Hope Farms.

From sky high sandwiches to house-made corned beef and old-world favorites like kugel and matzoh ball soup, Ziggy Gruber sit downs with Chris Shepherd to explain how he brought his family's Jewish heritage and their deli legacy to Houston through food.

The Mandola family invites you into their kitchen to show how they have kept the tradition of making Italian fig cookies from scratch for almost 50 years.

Houston loves Fung's Kitchen! Known for its weekend pushcart dim sum, the restaurant's latest addition to the menu—Lobster Mountain—has gone viral on social media. Chef Hoi Fung visited the Houston Life kitchen to show Tessa Barrera and Melanie Camp how it's made.

Pies for the holidays and all year round! “Eat Like a Local” chef Chris Shepherd visits some of Houston's busiest and most renowned spots for whole pies and slices!

As the holidays approach, Chef Espinoza and his family gear up for their cherished tradition: the annual Tamalada.

A free two-day festival at Houston’s Karbach Brewery featuring anime, Asian cuisine, cosplay, sumo wrestling, and live entertainment. Fun for all ages!

You've probably heard of a charcuterie board but what about a jar-cuterie? Or a choc-uterie for chocolate lovers? Entertaining expert Paul Zahn walks us through his creative ideas to shake up the traditional charcuterie board to ensure there's something for everyone at your holiday gathering or even a cozy night in.

The feasting isn't over yet! Here's a cornbread stuffing recipe you'll want on your holiday menus this year. We're back in the kitchen with chef Natosha 'Chef Tae' Barber as she walks us through this delicious and easy recipe.

From breakfast to dessert, “Eat Like a Local” chef Chris Shepherd samples some of the best Pakistani food in the Houston area. Joining him for this episode is Burger Bodega chef and friend Abbas Dhanani.

A night out in Houston Southeast is a whole lot of fun but with thousands of restaurants to choose from it is hard to know where to start!Southeast Management District board member, Sharone Mayberry of Mayberry Homes, took Houston Life's Melanie Camp on a night out on Almeda Road for a taste of the fun.

From their popular pork, chicken, and jalapeno and cheese options, there's nothing like freshly made tamales to make your season merry and bright.

In this episode of “Eat Like a Local”, chef Chris Shepherd goes on a journey to explore different types of tamales from Mexican to Colombian and Cuban. He even finds a few surprises along the way.

With a mix of culinary creativity and helpful hacks, this is perfect for looking to stretch their holiday feast and elevate their post-Thanksgiving meals. Exploring innovative and delicious ways to repurpose Thanksgiving leftovers into creative dishes the whole family will love.

In Houston, the holiday season brings a curious tradition involving two local businesses with a shared name: The Flying Saucer Pie Company and The Flying Saucer Draught Emporium.

The bake Shop at All Things Acres in Brenham bakes some pretty special pies. One pie in particular is the Mo Pie U Bourbon Chocolate Pecan pie, which is a big piece of the pie for a very important cause; helping kids who have lost a parent with scholarships to college.

Holiday prep doesn't have to be stressful. An award-winning chef who has fed thousands of students and faculty at the University of Houston shares his advice on cooking for large gatherings.

From food preparation to meal delivery, you can be part of a movement and positively impact families one meal at a time.

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.

In this week's Landry's Chef Series, concept chef Ariel Fox shares how to make Del Frisco's signature lobster mac and cheese at home.

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

Social media food critic Keith Lee has announced he and his family have moved to Texas.

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.

This iconic four-day festival has officially kicked off, welcoming an astonishing 400,000 motorcycle enthusiasts from all over the nation and beyond.

It's the largest halal food festival in North America, and this Saturday, you can taste some of the best halal bites in Sugar Land.

McDonald’s says they believe slivered onions supplied from a California-based produce company have been isolated as the likely cause of the E. Coli outbreak tied to the company’s Quarter Pounders.

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

Chef Daniele Uditi of Pizzana grew up Naples, Italy after making his way to the U.S., his talents in the kitchen quickly turned the heads of celebrities and business owners. We'll chat about why he's in town, what makes his pizza different from others, and the decades-old sourdough starter he still uses today.

This dining experience will make Houstonians get into the Diwali spirit. Available for a limited time, find out how you can immerse yourself in Indian cuisine that will take you on a journey through India's rich culinary heritage.

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.

Chicago's iconic Portillo’s is making its way to Houston's Richmond area, bringing a taste of the Windy City to Texas!

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.

Tessa Barrera takes you inside the new ChopNBlok on Montrose as they celebrate Nigerian Independence Day.

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.

Duck N Bao teaches the art of dumpling making.

From Mexican to Pakistani sweets, along with sparkling mocktails and aromatic coffee, meet the dynamic siblings behind The Popsy Bar and discover how their rich cultural heritage ignited the spark for their vibrant mobile catering business.

Top chefs in Houston are uniting for a two-day food festival for a good cause. Find out what they're serving.

Simone Biles is developing a new restaurant in partnership with The Playmakers Group.

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.

It may not feel like it, but fall officially starts on Sunday, Sept. 22! Now is a great time to start thinking about festive food and drink pairings for the holiday season. Entertaining expert Paul Zahn is teaching us how to make simple and delicious sips and bites perfect for the fall season.

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.

The new popular restaurant and lounge that combines old school Hollywood glitz with a whole lot of Houston star power.

Where does Houston get its best margaritas? We asked and you answered.

The James Beard Foundation's Taste America Culinary Series is happening this week and bringing together some of the best chefs in Houston. Chef Sergio Hidalgo and James Beard nominee Chris Williams of Late August spoke to us about the event and its mission. They also showed us the crudo recipe they plan to "wow" tastebuds with at the event.

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.

If you love pickles, get ready for the 5th annual “In A Pickle Festival” happening in Kingwood tomorrow with over 100 vendors!

I had never thought about working in TV, but after sitting with the team at KPRC 2 and talking about this show, I knew it was for me. Talking with the people that make our city’s restaurants so amazing, showing viewers what makes our city the best food city in the country, highlighting these places and helping tell their stories is what I have always wanted to do. Sharing stories of these great people for all to see -- It is my dream!

It's a sad day for Shake Shack lovers in Houston! The New York burger chain is set to close nine restaurants, including two in Houston!

No food tour is complete without a stop in H-Town. Louisiana Fish Fry is on a quest to find the best fried chicken sandwich in the country. Houstonian Rashad Jiles competed in their competition last month and came out on top. He's sharing his recipe with us before he takes his sandwich to New York for the national round.

Trill Tenders & Trill Burgers are now at UH’s TDECU Stadium! 🍔🐔 Proudly brought by Bun B and the Trill team, you can catch them starting Aug. 31 #GoCoogs #TrillTenders #TrillBurgers #UHFood

Do you want to elevate your lunch game? Maybe time away from you in the morning, you're deciding between homemade vs pre-packaged foods, or you just want to make sure your child's meal is balanced and delicious. Registered dietitian with Milk & Honey Nutrition, Mary Ellen Phipps is here to help us all out.

Fans of magical girl anime are in for a treat with a brand-new pop-up café at Pop Fancy Dessert Bar.

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Tanji Patton from Good Taste TV stopped by with delicious watermelon recipes. Discover how you can recreate these delicious recipes at home.

Mel Camp took us on a foodie tour of Houston Southeast Management District and visited three unique places each bursting with flavor. She started with vegan brunch at Mo' Better Brews, headed to the Louisiana-inspired Wing Quarter, and ended at Ray's BBQ, a Third Ward staple serving the community since 1984. You can find more great places to eat by following @Houstonsoutheast Instagram and Facebook, plus, you can also look online at HoustonSE.org. You can call the Houston Southeast Management District offices at 713-942-0500 for business opportunities.

Lynn Price, one of the founders of the Turkey Leg Hut, announced the opening of his newest restaurant coming to the outskirts of the Houston area.

Houston Restaurant Weeks 2024, running from August 1st through Labor Day, offers specially priced multi-course brunch, lunch, and dinner menus at various popular restaurants, with proceeds benefiting the Houston Food Bank.

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.

As the 2024 Olympics kick off in Paris, what better way to celebrate than to watch with French-inspired snacks, meals and desserts?

A Montrose restaurant owner who is part of a class-action lawsuit suing CenterPoint because of the recent power outages, is speaking to us about the impact having no power for days had on our local food industry.

In response to Hurricane Beryl, Kids’ Meals Inc. has significantly increased its efforts to provide free, healthy meals to children in need, adding 113 children to their program in just three days.

In the wake of Hurricane Beryl, Kroger and H-E-B are stepping up to help Texans restock their fridges. Kroger is offering $10 off a $100 purchase through July 23 with their Kroger Plus Card. Meanwhile, H-E-B is providing a 10% discount on all frozen food items, including ice, until July 21 at select locations.

The MICHELIN Guide will debut in Texas, highlighting the state's diverse culinary scene across Austin, Dallas, Fort Worth, Houston, and San Antonio.

National Hot Dog Day on July 17 offers various deals from numerous establishments.