Hurricane Grill and Win...

If you know me, or read some of my previous posts, I have a weakness for wings. However, wings have to be done just right and I have long been disappointed in what Houston has to offer in wings. What makes a good wing? This is my wing criteria: The wings must be large All natural (free...

Chopsticks Are Better T...

We typically use chopsticks at our local asian restaurants. However, I am beginning to notice that even Chinese restaurants are only supplying chopsticks by request. I want this trend to reverse and we use chopsticks for everything, beyond asian food. I think all restaurants should...

Houston Sucks at Wings ...

[Note: I just found out the Boheme is in the process of upgrades and remodeling of the kitchen to meet the growing demand - the wings will be off the menu for approximately 3 weeks from May 7th.  I would still recommend visiting and trying other items]  [Update: Since writing this, a new...

Saint Arnold Open for L...

Every brand has an ultimate goal: loyal fan base and following. You can usually identify if a brand has reached the ultimate following by whether or not people get tattoos of their brand, e.g., Apple, Harley Davidson, or even Mario. …I got a Sonic the Hedgehog tattoo when I turned...

Quick and Easy BBQ Slid...

The Super Bowl is quickly descending upon us. You may be hosting a party or tasked to bring a contributing plate. Oh, what to make? Work is busy, baseball practice is starting, and you don’t have time. And you sure don’t want to bring a bowl of chips, sandwich pinwheels, or...

The Ultimate Spaghetti ...

Spaghetti Sandwich: There are two camps in the spaghetti sandwich world; those who have always wanted to do it and those who have and now live better lives.  When you are served a spaghetti dinner, you often get a slice of bread with it.  I think it’s to mop up the sauce, but us...

Country Drive to Secret...

[Update 01/19/2013: Call before heading out there, they have the store listed for sale.] Texas offers something free for everyone to enjoy – a country drive. Country drives offer more romance than any Danielle Steel novel – though I am not sure about that Mr. Shades of Grey...

Vegemite vs. Marmite &#...

[Authors note: OK, I know by now I spread it on too thick.  Kraft or Marmite should put instructions on something like powerful.] What is vegemite? What does vegemite taste like? In America, we all grew up wondering what the hell does this mean: “He just smiled and gave me a...

Quick and Easy Thanksgi...

Easy Thanksgiving Breakfast Brownies As the air turns cool and the holiday seasons descend upon us, we can’t help but think of the warm, savory flavors our traditional meals bring us. Thanksgiving and Christmas dinner are events we look forward to all year long. Though I often talk...

So You Think You’...

Dude.  Sriracha is so 3  years ago.  But that doesn’t mean it is out and we are all moving on to the next trendy sauce that’s soon to fill our Facebook and Instagram feeds.  No, Sriracha got married.  Who’s the lucky bride?  Hoisin.  These two go together better than...

Luling City BBQ is Pret...

Houston, Texas. You would think it would be easy to find good bbq around here. It’s home of the worlds largest rodeo, and it’s freakin’ Texas. But no, its a never ending sea of chain restaurants serving mediocracy. Austin, you don’t have the same problem. Luckily,...

Chasing the Barbecue Dr...

CLOSED Darn you, Franklin! A good pal introduced me to Franklin Barbecue in Austin, Texas. It’s good. It’s reaaal good. But I don’t live in Austin, and I have been chasing that dragon in the confines of the Houston city limits since. I just need a little sumfin’...