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I absolutely LOVE spring rolls. I especially love when they are done right, well at least right in my book, with lots of veggies and herbs for flavor (cilantro, mint, basil, etc.) I have never been a big carb person, my ideal roll would be with out the vermicelli...

We’re from Texas, we like BBQ and we know good BBQ when we taste it. There are many “just ok” places in Houston, and honestly, I don’t have a favorite within the city limits. In my opinion, the best place closest to home is Junior’s Smokehouse in Hempstead, just past...

I had eaten Korean food before — but nothing more adventurous than the typical BBQ. Ya know, they bring out all of the meat and you cook it at your own little grill to make Korean BBQ. I’m not saying this isn’t authentic Korean food – but it... In an attempt to branch...

Hey folks, Adam here. This was always a fun blog for me and Stef. We started out so amateur but discovered and learned so much just by doing this blog. It was more of a personal growth exercise than anything else. We often look back at our old posts, cringe, and......

i like chicken, but unless you are cooking a dark meat like thighs and legs its hard to get a really good flavor. grilled chicken breast are just OK to me – nothing special…until now. i have discovered the very best way to cook a chicken and good news, its very...

[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]  Houston knows...

I can never find good taquitos at any restaurant or taqueria.  Whataburger, actually, has the best I can find – yet still a little bland.  But what makes Whatabooger a step above the rest?  From my experience, they usually don’t over cook the egg.  Eggs suck if...

So in Part 1 of the Holy Grail of… Fried Chicken, I alluded to one of my quick-dine fried chicken mainstays. For those of you who have spent time in or around Baton Rouge, I suspect you know exactly which chain I’m talking about (and no, it’s not Bailey’s). Since I...

Fat Cat Creamery, a Houston ice cream parlor, is one of those gems you are SO glad you stumbled upon. I found out about Fat Cat while I was ordering an Affogato at Boomtown Coffee. When I ordered the cashier exclaimed, “Great choice, the ice cream is from Fat Cats...

Oh man. I have to come out with a secret, something my wife doesn’t even know about. I have a problem, and I have it bad. Every morning I pass our neighborhood Buc-ee’s on the way to work.  Yes, I live that far out of town. And like a purple pimp on a dark street...

I’m a salad lover, any salad I’ll take it. I love salad so much, that I once made my husband drive our rental car in NYC rush hour, just so I could stop at my coveted Chop’t before heading to the airport. You don’t know Chop’t? Well you need to. (this needs it’s own...

I can’t go to the bay area and not have fish and chips, it is a must.  When I saw the sign for Lappert’s Fish and Chips, there was no way I was going to pass that up, put aside I was still full from the outstanding lunch at Thai Terrace, I just had to have a taste!...

I love eggs. I could probably eat eggs at every meal, omelette, hard boiled, soft boiled, sunny-side up, scrambled…you name it – but now I have a new egg addiction – egg muffins. Did I mention super simple? All you do is whisk your eggs and add salt and pepper. Chop...

HEB has been my favorite local grocery store for many years (and as a food blogger, how can you not love Central Market).  The quality in their produce and meats far surpass the other large chains.  And I particularly appreciate the value and excellence of their...

Day 2 went really well, it was the last day of vacation so I still had the luxury of preparing everything in the kitchen with the Vitamix. I won’t be so lucky when I return to work, so I’ll need to be sure to be well equipped with raw goodness to get me through the...

I love kale! It’s one of the superfoods and soo delicious – when prepped right. But when raw, kale can be bitter and a little too tough for the likings of a salad.The trick to eating raw kale is to break the kale down and get a nice tasty marinade infused into the...

Wow – things have been so crazy lately, so let me first apologize for the lack of updates. From my last post, I mentioned I would be trying to focus my food intake on a high raw diet. I honestly just feel better, in a happier mood, brighter, more alert – all around,...

So, making some plantain chips this weekend – and I try to peel my plantain, you know, just as I would a banana. After a few attempts it looks like this: Plantains have a thicker skin than bananas so they don’t really peel as easy, its a bit more manual. No success....

So I’ve been trying to put a little effort into my lunches lately, I think I am in a salad lull. We had these wonton wrappers left over from this AMAZING taco cups we made a few weeks ago. I’ll write a post on this recipe – but basically, I ordered the amazing...

I have never even heard of mulled wine before Thursday.  I actually thought my bud, Dan, was saying “mold wine” when he bestowed this bottle unto me (…damn British accents).  So what is it?  Mulled wine, or Glühwein, is a German tradition made from red wine that is...

I’ve had fried turkey once. I was on my way back to college, sophomore year, after the Thanksgiving break and I stopped to pick up my roommate. Her parents sent us on our way, packed with some delicious fried turkey leftovers. Being the food monster that I am, I...

Being from just outside of the Crescent City, I am admittedly biased to many things NOLA (that’s affectionate shorthand for New Orleans, Louisiana, of course). The people are special, and the community is close-knit. The party never ends (pace yourself). The costumes...

At loss for words attempting to explain my love affair with pizza, I decided an illustration of my obsessive compulsive cooking would best reconcile my lack of words.  Passion or obsession? Surely a bit of both. Obsession, at times, holds a negative connotation,...

it was a saturday afternoon and re-run’s of diners, drive-ins and dives was on in the background. all of the sudden, i hear guy mention rosenberg, tx and i thought, “hey, that’s right by me” (having just moved back to sugar land). i was suddenly interested in the...

San Francisco is a magical city.  You are close to everything you would ever want: The mountains (or at least it feels that way if you are from Houston) National recreation Art Night life Wine country Culture Ocean and beach And the list goes on.  But one thing that...

When you find something really good human instinct often tells us to keep it secret.  Families have long carried on secret family recipes.  Restaurants hold tight to their secret ingredients.  It’s a form of pride, but also a way to keep your treasure from being...

by Stef Brower | Mar 22, 2012 In an attempt to branch out from my typical and easy salad or soup, I’m starting to try some other recipes. Let me tell you – I’ve found a fave!! I was reading some raw cook books..wait…can you call them cook books?, let’s... by Stef...

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...

Adam & Stef – Founders No, we are not executive chefs at a local restaurant, nor do we have a training or a cooking background.  We represent most people out there – real people that enjoy food and just love to cook.  We absolutely have an appreciation for fine...

if anyone knows me they know i love sushi! but eating sushi out can begin to rackup, making it at home is much cheaper – and makes for SUCH a fun evening. here’s what you do: first, stop by your local japanese market and pick up some fresh pieces of sashimi. i go to...

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 food...

Posted by Adam Brower on Dec 30, 2014 in Featured | 0 comments Hey folks, Adam here. This was always a fun blog for me and Stef. We started out so amateur but discovered and learned so much just by doing this blog. It was more of a personal growth exercise than...

i woke up new years day and realized i didnt have everything i needed to make my celebratory eggs benedict. hmmm…what to do?! i grew up knowing that for nyd breakfast you have eggs benedict and mimosas and for lunch cabbage, sausage and black eyed peas. what was i to...

Posted by Stef Brower on Jan 11, 2010 in Food Reviews | 1 comment i know this isnt exactly “homemade” but gosh, cheerios are just about one of my favorite foods. i don’t mean honey nut or frosted, i like plain jane cheerios. SO much that i got 2 boxes for christmas....

it all started off as a blt, but then i spotted some eggs in the fridge that i needed to get rid of. not much more than what you see here, maybe a little secret that you may not know – always pan toast the bread and use REAL butter on each side. other than that, its...

i look forward to the weekend, because it is when i have the opportunity cook a good breakfast, for i am far too busy during the week. (typical week breakfasts consists of cottage cheese, fruit and fiber one, fast and healthy!) seeing as there are only two days a week...

i eat as i type, so you are experiencing this first hand! i was at the grocery store last night and i realized that it had been quite some time since i’ve had cooked fish. i was all the sudden craving it. so i picked up a nice fresh salmon filet. like most of you, i...

i dont drink a whole lot of juice, but this juice might just change my outlook on beverages. adam picked up some minute maid pomegranate blueberry juice on a slow sunday morning when we were cooking a late breakfast. i poured a quick glass and took a big gulp…WOW! it...

Is there a better sandwich than a good ol’ BLT?  Is there a better breakfast than a BLT with egg?  I think not.  And this is how we do it. Heat up a cast iron pan.  If you don’t have a cast iron pan, put this off until you have one. When warm lay out some thick cut,...

I’ve been wanting to write about Kata Robata ever since they opened their doors, but I guess I have just been too damn lazy. Maybe. I’ve been there countless times and I guess I just always had an internal fear that whatever I write would not do the justice deserved...

Now, I’m calling this ice cream – but both days I had it last week it was for breakfast. So I guess you could also call this a smoothie – which ever you want. But hey, who doesn’t want to eat ice cream for breakfast?! Whichever you fancy I had frozen and fresh fruit...

I have been a Plucker’s fan since before their decent into Houston. If I am passing through a town that has a Plucker’s, a special stop is scheduled (mainly San Marcos and Austin for me). To keep this short, because there is not much justification needed, Plucker’s is...

Posted by Adam Brower on Nov 25, 2013 in Food Reviews | 1 comment This was huge fun, but isn’t just weird looking? And its not turkey flavored ice cream (which some questioned). Baskin Robbins brought much joy to my office today by delivering dreams of holiday feasts...

Posted by Adam Brower on Oct 22, 2013 in Restaurant Reviews | 1 comment Photo courtesy Fleming’s I was damn happy when Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse invited me and Stef to their fall menu preview event.  Not only because I knew I was in for an exceptional evening, but...

Posted by Adam Brower on Jun 10, 2013 in Restaurant Reviews | 5 comments 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....

So Stef and I had the honor of attending a sneak peek Ramen tasting.  As members of Houston’s Ramen in Common club, our good friend, Carl Rosa, graciously invited us to partake in this exclusive event. Carl is also the founder of the largest sushi club in the United...

i am sure you have all made guacamole, but i bet you’ve never made it quite like this. learn how to perfect the art that is guacamole, i’ll give you a hint,  the secret is in the garlic paste. Share

I have two beautiful children.  And when I have a chance to cook for them, I want it to be a unique event.  Whether we are cooking breakfast, lunch or dinner – I want them to grow up learning and knowing that there is more out there than pulling pre-made waffles from...

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...

Posted by Stef Brower on Feb 13, 2013 in Raw/Vegan | 1 comment I think I had one of these every day last week. They were SO delicious, fresh, light and not to mention healthy and full of nutrients. Thanks to the wonderful Fully Raw Kristina for posting her Raw Vegan...

Posted by Stef Brower on Dec 14, 2010 in Food Reviews | 0 comments Whoa! I’ve had many o things flavored wasabi…peas, chips, peanuts…but I am here to tell you that Blue Diamond Wasabi & Soy Sauce Almonds trumps all that I have ever tasted. Ok, let me admit, I am a...

Posted by Adam Brower on Jan 5, 2011 in Restaurant Reviews | 10 comments Happy new year from Hungry in Houston!  We have eaten at many places this past year.  Some we wrote about on this site (who’s 1 year anniversary is January 9th), and others we shared with you...

[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...

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, I...

Posted by Adam Brower on Jun 5, 2012 in BBQ, Restaurant Reviews | 1 comment 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...

Posted by Adam Brower on Feb 12, 2012 in Restaurant Reviews | 1 comment [Update: Jitterbug has since closed it's doors] Not just a great coffee house, Jitterbug cafe is the best restaurant in Fairfield (Cypress, TX).  Too often this establishment is passed by when...

Posted by Stef Brower on Feb 12, 2012 in Restaurant Reviews | 3 comments As mentioned, in the first of the year post – while I’m concentrating on healthier eating & raw…I definitely think we need to give ourselves a break to spoil ourselves here and there. So,...

[Update: since writing this sometime ago, I don't like BW3 as much. I don't know if my taste has changed, but the sauces are beginning to taste more like flavored corn syrup. Too much efficiency in creating?] I have a guilty pleasure.  I love Buffalo Wild Wings sauce....

[Editors Note: Chez Roux has closed.  There is another restaurant in it's place, but not the same resident Chef.] On Tuesday night we had the rare opportunity to meet and dine with Master Chef Albert Roux, one of Europe’s most known and influential chefs.  Chef Roux...

We acknowledge two food groups:  Asian and Mexican.  Both cultures embrace flavor and spice, and use the heat to fully bring it out.  If you are a regular follower, especially on our Facebook page, you know we are fans of the local taqueria scene.  However, this night...

Ahhhhh. Chinatown, Houston. A place I love to go for good food and relaxation. It’s where I spoil myself, and the best part is that it doesn’t hit the ol’ wallet too hard. I typically begin visiting one of the many asian restaurants. A few of my favorites are Banana...

Adam and I had our first crawfish boil of the season today. While the bugs seemed a bit small, the batch turned out absolutely fantastic!! Adam cooked them with his signature spice blend – not to forget the best part…tossing them in additional seasonings and about a...

Just a few weeks ago, I had a really bad stomach bug. It wasn’t the flu, it was just uncomfortable stomach aches. I went to the doctor and it was nothing serious, so she prescribed some antacid and I was all better. I’ve always been one to opt to take the natural...

Posted by Adam Brower on May 3, 2011 in Beer & Beverage | 1 comment The air turned uncharacteristically cool this afternoon for May.  Perfect timing as I stumbled upon a treasure that was fit for this temperature change.  As a long time fan of Stone Brewing...

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 about buying fresh,...

Don’t you just LOVE the little salad that precedes your sushi or hibachi meal? It has that delicious ginger miso dressing goodness that you just want to eat like soup. Well guess what, its super easy, quick and healthy so you can enjoy right in your own home. So here...

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...

I love soup. I am a soup and salad kinda girl. I could eat either for any meal of the day, yes, even breakfast. So while I love soup, I’m the first to admit that canned soup is nothing special. Well wait, I take that back, I have recently been pleasantly surprised by...

Posted by Stef Brower on Sep 20, 2012 in Raw/Vegan | 0 comments Hi there – wow its been quite a while since my last blog post (a few months, EEEK). So if you have kept up with the blog, you know that the beginning of the year I was attempting to do a “Year in raw”…as...

So, I normally don’t eat tilapia, but they had a really good deal on em and we’re trying to eat on the light side, so what the heck. I didn’t think tilapia would taste too good on its own, so I knew I had to jazz it up – would it work in a ceviche? Let’s see. I...

ok, so i realize that it is summer and i am just now blogging about a spring wine dinner, but with summer vacations and busy schedules, i accidentally let this one get away – but fear not – for i am about to tell you about one of the most decadent and wonderful...

I was in a hurry tonight, I coach Hannah’s volleyball team and practice is Monday night. So I had limited time to put dinner together. I also didn’t want to use a lot of dishes, I HATE doing the dishes Let’s keep it simple people. Also, this was a ‘use the rest of...

So, I had family coming over for Christmas day dinner. This would be the first time I had personally hosted family for a big meal and I was ready to show off my culinary skills! I wanted to spruce up, bring a new twist to the traditional favorites. After browsing...

Posted by Stef Brower on Jan 11, 2010 in Restaurant Reviews | 0 comments we’ve always had a love for sushi and when a “$40 giftcard for only $20″ came up on Groupon for a local sushi restaurant we purchased 2 right away – the featured restaurant – Zushi. i’ve had my...

running pretty low on groceries, hmmm what could i whip up tonight? quick scan of the pantry and fridge: chicken, shitake mushrooms, beech mushrooms, and some about-to-go-old broccoli. ok, well that sounds like it can work. here is some leftover basil from the...

on sunday evenings i like to cook some meats that i can use throughout the week for quick dinners, salads, etc. this week, i had 2 strip steaks and some pork chops. i have tried lots of different things with steak, but this time, i wanted to keep it simple – salt,...

America loves hamburgers.  As the temperature in Houston begins to climb to the mid 70′s again, I can only think spring is soon on the way.   To me, spring means; picnics, baseball, visits to the beach, and back yard bbq’s.  All American pastimes.  And I don’t think I...

Ok, I’ve loved pickles since before I can remember. There are pictures of me when I was 4 or 5 and I’m just chomping on some pickles on the merry-go-round in my neighborhood. I just love em’. So I’m off to make my own pickles! I get some pickling cucumbers and do what...

Shrimp, bacon and a grill?  What is better?  Add a peppadew and you will find out how explosive this tiny bite of heaven is.  Adam and Stef bring you Hungry in Houston’s fourth video installment with shrimp skewers.  By accident, we show you two types of skewers to...

Posted by Stef Brower on May 27, 2010 in Restaurant Reviews | 4 comments craving some late afternoon bites on the northwest side of town I remembered a little shack I saw at huffmeister & 290. I’d never checked it out until now, but the tarps advertising “24 hour...

went to viet hoa and couldnt help the urge to stock up on all of the wondrous food. they have a plethora of produce, but for me, its the meats where they really shine!! any fish, cut anyway you could want, aisles of pork, beef and poultry. really – they have anything...

the 1st bacon takedown has commenced and it was such a great event! a special thanks to coordinator matt timms and to hormel for the bacon of course and to warehouse live for hosting. adam signed up for the event first, then i got a little competitive and signed up to...

Posted by Adam Brower on Feb 3, 2010 in Beer & Beverage | 5 comments [Update:  I don't really like shiner anymore] I admit – I am a beer fan.  Bold beers, crisp beers, dark and light beers.  And being from Texas and liking beer, I am a Shiner fan.  I love the...

Squid. Its not the first thing most Americans think about when deciding what to eat at a restaurant or whats for dinner. Sure you can find fried calamari at many establishments, but is that the extent of what squid is good for? Maybe. But, I happen to think squid is a...

Posted by Adam Brower on May 9, 2010 in Beer & Beverage | 0 comments 12 ounces 13 dollars 18.2% tokyo beer. it seems proper that I try this given the recent trip in Japan. i saw this bottle and although expensive, it called to me. Not only because it is called...

Ugh…  It’s going to be a long drive to Galveston to pick up some new furniture.  Wait a second!  We do a food blog, and Galveston and the Gulf Coast area is a mecca for fresh sea food!  Not to mention you can find some great deals.  What started as an errand turned...

the tsukiji fish market and fresh sushi joints nearby was the #1 thing on my japan to-do list. so the 2nd day in tokyo, we jumped on the oedo metro line and headed that way. tsukiji is the largest wholesale fish & seafood market in the world! they sell 2,000 tons...

Posted by Adam Brower on Mar 28, 2010 in Restaurant Reviews | 5 comments hola. uno mas cervesa, por favor. and that’s about all I know. but, with one exception, my mexican amigos know how to cook. taco’s make the world go round. stef just got done with a 10K race and...

Cooking all the time can sure be exhausting – especially the clean up part. Some nights you just want something simple with an easy clean up. You won’t find any frozen dinners in my freezer, no way! Those are made for the taste challenged.  I need something that...

i have a fever.  and the only prescription is a philly cheese steak.  as always with hungry in houston, we take something simple and raise it up a level, gourmet style.  join us as we caramelize onions and create Texadelphia’s secret sauce for maximum deliciousness....

New restaurants constantly appear in the Houston area and I have had the pleasure and displeasure to try many.  The main source of disappointment with a new chef owned restaurant is when they do not bring something unique.  When I am displeased, I typically won’t...

seafood is one of my weaknesses. and i love going to viet hoa and stocking up for a great price. so tonight would be tuna steaks. i knew i wanted to do something asian-y. so i started the marinade with soy sauce, brown sugar and chunks of chopped ginger. i looked...

So, I told Adam sometime back, “make me this for valentines“. How he ever remembered, I will not know, but he did! We had an extremely hectic valentines weekend planned: I hosted a party friday night, the ADDY’s on saturday and a chill/clean day on Sunday...

i refer to my trip to southeast asia often (a la the tom yum post) but it was a trip that truly spawned my culinary senses. since then i haven’t been able to quench my hunger for asian goodness. things like pho, tom yum, curry, fish, tamarind, fried morning glory –...

I have a simple rule of thumb when shopping: stay away from the center aisles of the grocery store! If you think about it, everything you need is on the perimeter of the grocery store; produce, bread/bakery, meats, dairy. Of course there are exceptions, but if you...

Posted by Adam Brower on Dec 3, 2010 in Outside Houston | 1 comment In part two of our venture, I bring you to Napa Valley. Nestled in the hills off of Hwy 29 is a quiet, romantic journey into wine country.  #$&%&  Strike that – reverse it.  I drove on Hwy 29...

Posted by Stef Brower on Nov 22, 2010 in Eating Light | 2 comments stopped to pick up some things these evening, and i spotted some vegan jerky. hmmm, being a big fan of beef jerky – all kinds, spices, flavors, etc – i thought, what the heck, let’s give this a try....

Posted by Stef Brower on Oct 24, 2010 in Eating Light | 8 comments picked up some dragon fruit this weekend, wasn’t really sure if i’ve ever had it, but couldn’t remember the taste either. so what the heck…let’s check this out. VERY pretty on the outside, hot pink...

Between bites of tear-inducing salsa, roasted poblanos and fiery tacos we require a beverage intermission. A chilly palette cleanser to revive our resigned taste-buds presents itself in the form of Horchata, a Latin American beverage consisting of ground almonds,...

Framed for a crime I didn’t commit, my days were numbered. I’m asked, “What would you like for your final meal?” I respond… “Capitol Punishment Chili!” With meat so electric it disintegrates on chew, and a slow-burn Shiner gravy only fit for Texas, just give me the...

This is a Texas blog.  Texan’s like their hot sauce.  I have easily tried over 100 different types of hot sauces.  Too many Texans think they like any take-your-pick cayenne hot sauce from Louisiana, or wherever.  But we will forgive our brothers and sisters, for they...

Working out, Co-Op, 366 project – OH MY!! Read on….     Hi y’all! Hope you have all been having a lovely year so far. Wow – this year has been so busy so far for me. We started January off with a big move, February…well February just flew by, March, Hannah and I had a...

I was really excited to try this sauce. The first ingredient was Mandarin oranges! I am a fan of all things cooked with orange. And it has a brain on the cap of the bottle, it has to be good! Right? …I fall victim to another hot sauce gimmick. On first taste, it is...

In an attempt to branch out from my typical and easy salad or soup, I’m starting to try some other recipes. Let me tell you – I’ve found a fave!! I was reading some raw cook books..wait…can you call them cook books?, let’s say…RECIPE books! So I was reading these...

In my last post I mentioned the Raw Alfredo I made to curb my cravings when Adam and the kids were having Chicken Alfredo. Now – here’s the recipe. Sidenote: I went to Bed, Bath and Beyond to try to find a Spiralizer, but no luck. I am pretty sure I need to order this...

Posted on December 5, 2010 Hungry in Houston had the privileged opportunity to attend the Bart O'Brien Holiday Wine Dinner at Strata Houston. It was exceptional! But why was it unique? Continue Reading Posted on November 6, 2010 First let me apologize for the photos....

To experience something through the eyes of an exceptional young person is truly magical.  I wanted to share a review that Katherine S., a 5th grader from Houston, provides on Fogo De Chao. - – - – - – - – - - If you are a big meat eater and have a craving for salad,...

Posted on January 19, 2011 Texas' top sommeliers battle it out in the ride of your life as the de-mystify and de-myth the art of pairing. The Wine Ride 2011 - It's like the Amazing Race but all the challenges consist of food and wine! Continue Reading Posted on...

Posted on January 5, 2011 Happy new year from Hungry in Houston!  We have eaten at many places this past year.  Some we wrote about on this site (who’s 1 year anniversary is January 9th),... Continue Reading Posted on February 10, 2010 i refer to my trip to southeast...

By Stef – January 14, 2012Posted in: Food Reviews Hi y’all – Ok regarding last week’s post on my ‘mostly’ raw new year’s resolution…the first week was easier than the 2nd. But I guess that’s what usually happens with resolutions, they fade quick. I have no intent on...

By Adam – June 22, 2011Posted in: Recipes From Our Kitchen A Texan should be atleast a bit self sustainable.  Haven’t you heard “Country Boy Can Survive?”  With this Texas take on the classic caprese, I use my own vegetables.  I add heat and substitute...

By Stef – January 16, 2012Posted in: Raw/Vegan, Recipes From Our Kitchen I discovered an amazingly delicious and simple dessert go-to item this weekend. BANANAS!!! I never thought 1 fruit could make such a scrumptious and decadent dessert. (well I ate BOTH of these...

Posted on November 4, 2012 | No Comments A very quick and easy recipe that is sure to delight everyone during the holiday seasons. Its better than crack. Continue Reading... Posted on January 11, 2010 | No Comments so, i had some family members coming over for...

By Adam – May 24, 2012Posted in: Hot Sauces Straight up, this sauce is “acceptable”. The “Bustin’ with Flavor” tag line is a bit misleading though. I found this as a no frills habanero sauce that rides safely down the middle of the road of flavoring. There is nothing...

By Adam – May 24, 2012Posted in: Hot Sauces Cute label. It attracted me to it. I have a new rule – I should always look at the ingredients before I purchase a hot sauce. Starch in a hot sauce? Acetic acid? No vinegar? Caramel colors? I am not a big fan of anything...

By Stef – October 14, 2010Posted in: Events We all love to watch Iron Chef, Top Chef, Chopped, or any other TV show where talented Chefs battle it out.  For the first time, I got to experience my favorite style of TV programming live and in person thanks to Chefs...

By Stef – October 4, 2010Posted in: Events, Restaurant Reviews I am a believer that you actually do learn something new everyday.  Some are big, some are small…  Some walk up to you, knock you in the head and make a lasting impact.  I had the pleasure of such an...

By Stef – October 9, 2010Posted in: Eating Light, Recipes From Our Kitchen My fiance made me go on a stupid diet.  …Ok, I may need to lose 2 or 3 pounds, so no worries.   But no way in hell am I buying Lean Cuisine or anything with the word “lite” in it.  I am going...

By Stef – December 5, 2010Posted in: Events We were truly privileged to take part in the O’Brien wine dinner, it turned out to be the best we’ve been to so far. Having been to Strata several times, we are big fans of their food, and certainly looked forward to the...

By Stef – August 2, 2011Posted in: Featured, Raw/Vegan So I’ll admit, I’ve been a bit flaky on the blog lately and I think it has to do with me transitioning into RAW foods. While raw foods are simply fruits, veggies, nuts and seeds – I don’t think its a very...

As I continue to explore raw food I’m always looking for dishes that can curb my need for very savory foods. I have always been a sucker for soup, hearty vegetable soups, flavorful stews simmered for hours – but let’s face it – on my quest to incorporate as much raw...

Posted on May 2, 2011 | 1 Comment $100 to sample endless cuisine and drinks from Houston’s finest culinary experts –  Not a bad price for the 50+ exquisite samplings you get at Taste of the Nation.  What’s even... Continue Reading...

By Adam & Stef – May 2, 2011Posted in: Local Happenings $100 to sample endless cuisine and drinks from Houston’s finest culinary experts –  Not a bad price for the 50+ exquisite samplings you get at Taste of the Nation.  What’s even better is when 100% of that...

By Adam & Stef – January 11, 2010Posted in: hungry in houston is a group for food lovers, people wanting to learn how to cook, and anyone who just likes delicious food. here we will share basic cooking techniques – how to take simple dishes and make them GREAT. we...

Posted on May 2, 2011 | 1 Comment $100 to sample endless cuisine and drinks from Houston’s finest culinary experts –  Not a bad price for the 50+ exquisite samplings you get at Taste of the Nation.  What’s even... Continue Reading...

I love kale! It’s one of the superfoods and soo delicious - when prepped right. But when raw, kale can be bitter and a little too tough for the likings of a salad.The trick to eating raw kale is to break the kale down and get a nice tasty marinade infused into the...

By Adam & Stef – March 6, 2011Posted in: Beer & Beverage Can’t see it, can you! We’ve all had those moments, wondering if the growing pile of shiny and obnoxious Bud Light cans outside the deer blind scared all the deer off. Well not anymore!! Now when you’re...

By Adam & Stef – January 31, 2011Posted in: Beer & Beverage It’s that time of year again Shiner fans.  Shiner has just released their latest anniversary ale:  Shiner 102 – Double Wheat.  Yes, Shiner beer from Spoetzl Brewery is 102 years old.  Let me preface...

My Grandmother is probably not going to like this, especially since she has brought the best eggnog to Christmas Eve since I can remember (she even uses ice cream!), but I just think I might have her beat. ok, there are lots of eggnog recipes out there, but this one...

By Adam & Stef – November 22, 2010Posted in: Beer & Beverage It’s been a while since I have done a write up on beer, so let’s catch up! Modus Hoperandi I like beer.  And I like my beer hoppy.  Modus Hoperandi, by Ska Brewing, offers a robust hoppy and clean...

By Adam & Stef – May 22, 2010Posted in: Recipes From Our Kitchen reminiscing of my trip to japan, i miss being able to wake up, walk a block and order a japanese soup breakfast. i woke up this morning knowing exactly what i wanted – an asian style soup! having not...

By Adam & Stef – March 14, 2011Posted in: Featured I preach not to shop in the frozen food section, don’t buy meals made from a box, no processed foods, etc…  Well, we all have our guilty pleasures, don’t we?  My main one is Cool Ranch Doritos.  I wish they sold...

Latest Headlines Posted on December 13, 2010 | 4 Comments My Monday morning was immediately made better, when my lovely friend Linsy walked in with the most massive shrimp chips I’ve ever seen. She told me her mom had made them, and... Continue Reading... Posted on...

By Adam & Stef – December 13, 2010Posted in: Recipes From Our Kitchen My Monday morning was immediately made better, when my lovely friend Linsy walked in with the most massive shrimp chips I’ve ever seen. She told me her mom had made them, and before she could...

for a refreshing and very healthy pick-me-up snack, tangy cucumbers do it for me. and they are so simple its stupid. the magic ingredient is the “fruit seasoning” made by tajin, and its all natural. it is often found as a condiment in many authentic Mexican...

By Adam & Stef – March 7, 2011Posted in: Food Reviews, Video I was fast forwarding through a DVR’d show tonight, and I quickly did a 1 – 2 and had to rewind. “Did I really just see a commercial for frozen fish stick fish tacos??” So I press rewind and take a...

I have a guilty pleasure.  I love Buffalo Wild Wings.  I am a Blazin’ Challenge survivor – and have the shirt to prove it.  12 Blazin’ wings in 5 minutes.  Yes, they are a chain.  Why do I love them so?  It’s their sauce.  They are incredible.  Their Caribbean Jerk is...

By Adam & Stef – November 1, 2010Posted in: Recipes From Our Kitchen If you like your steak medium, medium-well, well-done, you can stop reading here and go check Facebook. I have always been a griller.  Steak had to be grilled and it had to be rib-eye.  Filet to...

By Rishi Singh – February 22, 2011Posted in: Featured Food, it’s a sensory experience! Touch – A sea of avocados, three minutes of thumb indentations to determine your ripe companion. Taste – A smile creeping across your face as a triple cream brie serenades your...

Starchefs.com brought their Rising Stars Gala to Houston last night to highlight some of the best in Houston’s culinary world. The event was held at the Four Season’s, atop their lovely pool deck. It was the perfect Spring evening, the weather was just right, the...

Posted on March 17, 2010 | 6 Comments christmas comes but once a year to every girl and boy.  we all have a favorite season we wait all year, every year, for a cherished annual event to take place.  it is almost spring in houston.  the temps reach 70, the tree’s are...

Posted on March 17, 2010 | 6 Comments christmas comes but once a year to every girl and boy.  we all have a favorite season we wait all year, every year, for a cherished annual event to take place.  it is almost spring in houston.  the temps reach 70, the tree’s are...

By Adam & Stef – March 17, 2010Posted in: Popular, Recipes From Our Kitchen, Video christmas comes but once a year to every girl and boy.  we all have a favorite season we wait all year, every year, for a cherished annual event to take place.  it is almost spring...

No, we are not executive chefs at a local restaurant, nor do we have a training or a cooking background.  We represent most people out there – real people that enjoy food and just love to cook.  We absolutely have an appreciation for fine dining and our favorite top...

Posted on April 7, 2011 | 6 Comments At loss for words attempting to explain my love affair with pizza, I decided an illustration of my obsessive compulsive cooking would best reconcile my lack of words. Passion or obsession? Full Story

Margherita, begin here At loss for words attempting to explain my love affair with pizza, I decided an illustration of my obsessive compulsive cooking would best reconcile my lack of words.  Passion or obsession? Surely a bit of both. Obsession, at times, holds a...

By Adam & Stef – March 23, 2011Posted in: Featured, Recipes From Our Kitchen We had yet another crawfish boil last weekend, because it just seems that we can’t get enough. They were bigger than the last batch, still very good! We decided to do a batch late Sunday...