Kayla Stewart - HoustonNewMedia.org https://houstonnewmedia.org/author/kayla-stewart/ Building "Bridges" Across the Bayou City! Fri, 07 Jun 2024 20:11:30 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.3 https://i0.wp.com/houstonnewmedia.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/cropped-cropped-Houston.png?fit=32%2C32&ssl=1 Kayla Stewart - HoustonNewMedia.org https://houstonnewmedia.org/author/kayla-stewart/ 32 32 103504436 At Warung Indo, Indonesian Cuisine Shines Brightly https://houstonnewmedia.org/at-warung-indo-indonesian-cuisine-shines-brightly/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=at-warung-indo-indonesian-cuisine-shines-brightly Fri, 07 Jun 2024 20:11:30 +0000 https://houston.eater.com/2024/6/7/24173910/warung-indo-indonesian-cuisine-sugar-land-houston Traditional Indonesian dishes like nasi bakar ayam are available at Warung Indo in Sugar Land. | Kayla Stewart/Eater Houston

The Sugar Land restaurant is one of two Indonesian restaurants in the Houston area, and one of...

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At Houston’s Baso, Fire Is the Central Ingredient https://houstonnewmedia.org/at-houstons-baso-fire-is-the-central-ingredient/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=at-houstons-baso-fire-is-the-central-ingredient Wed, 05 Jun 2024 14:18:09 +0000 https://houston.eater.com/2024/6/5/24171626/baso-fire-is-the-central-ingredient-basque-country-houston Fire is the central ingredient at this Basque restaurant. | Andi Valentine

The Heights’ Basque restaurant take guests on a culinary journey through the region Welcome to Inside the Dishes, where Eater takes an in-d...

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The Best Dishes Eater Houston Ate in May https://houstonnewmedia.org/the-best-dishes-eater-houston-ate-in-may/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-best-dishes-eater-houston-ate-in-may Mon, 03 Jun 2024 19:30:34 +0000 https://houston.eater.com/2024/6/3/24170710/houston-editors-favorite-best-dishes-may The watermelon and cotija salad is one of Maximo’s best dishes. | Eater Houston

Where to find watermelon salad, creste alla vodka pasta, and much more There are more than 12,000 restaurants in Houston. With at least 145...

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Haywire Brings Texas Cuisine and a Whole Lot of Whiskey to Memorial https://houstonnewmedia.org/haywire-brings-texas-cuisine-and-a-whole-lot-of-whiskey-to-memorial/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=haywire-brings-texas-cuisine-and-a-whole-lot-of-whiskey-to-memorial Fri, 31 May 2024 14:47:16 +0000 https://houston.eater.com/2024/5/31/24168692/haywire-texas-cuisine-whiskey-memorial-city This Memorial City opening marks Haywire’s third and largest location | Manny Rodriguez

This is Haywire’s third and largest location Known for its Texas-inspired cuisine and ample selections of whiskey and wine, Haywire...

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Houston Team Behind Amrina Will Open New Fried Chicken Shop Next https://houstonnewmedia.org/houston-team-behind-amrina-will-open-new-fried-chicken-shop-next/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=houston-team-behind-amrina-will-open-new-fried-chicken-shop-next Thu, 30 May 2024 20:02:12 +0000 https://houston.eater.com/2024/5/30/24168159/amrina-team-fried-chicken-concept-midtown Brothers Surpreet and Preet Paul Singh and chef Jassi Bindra will open Pok Pok Po in late summer. | Alex Montoya

Pok Pok Po will be the group’s second restaurant The Kahani Social Group, the team behind the acclaimed Woo...

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Burger Bodega Pop-Up Celebrates AAPI Month and Life of Alex Au-Yeung https://houstonnewmedia.org/burger-bodega-pop-up-celebrates-aapi-month-and-life-of-alex-au-yeung/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=burger-bodega-pop-up-celebrates-aapi-month-and-life-of-alex-au-yeung Wed, 29 May 2024 16:48:27 +0000 https://houston.eater.com/2024/5/29/24167153/burger-bodega-pop-up-celebrates-aapi-month-and-phat-eatery-alex-au-yeung The beef rendang smash burger was one of Au-Yeung’s many beloved creations. | Courtesy of Shine MGMT Group

Phat Eatery’s beef rendang burger is back Burger Bodega is teaming up with Phat Eatery’s Kevin Lee and Marvion He...

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Jethro’s Brings Bayou-Themed Cocktails and Smash Burgers to Montrose https://houstonnewmedia.org/jethros-brings-bayou-themed-cocktails-and-smash-burgers-to-montrose/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=jethros-brings-bayou-themed-cocktails-and-smash-burgers-to-montrose Wed, 29 May 2024 16:05:49 +0000 https://houston.eater.com/2024/5/29/24167099/jethros-montrose-cocktails-and-smashburgers Jethro’s offers specialty and house cocktails. | Becca Wright

Another promising bar opened in the neighborhood There’s certainly no shortage of great bars in the Montrose neighborhood, and Jethro’s hopes to add its stamp...

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Bill Gates Shares Summer Recommendations From Houston Barbecue Joint https://houstonnewmedia.org/bill-gates-shares-summer-recommendations-from-houston-barbecue-joint/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=bill-gates-shares-summer-recommendations-from-houston-barbecue-joint Wed, 22 May 2024 17:56:56 +0000 https://houston.eater.com/2024/5/22/24162610/bill-gates-summer-recommendations-reading-list-houston-barbecue Bill Gates announced his summer recommendations at Pinkerton’s Barbecue | Courtesy of Gates Ventures

Summer reading and ribs make quite the pairing Microsoft co-founder and software virtuoso Bill Gates announced his annu...

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Aaron Bludorn to Open New Restaurant in Anticipated Montrose Hotel https://houstonnewmedia.org/aaron-bludorn-to-open-new-restaurant-in-anticipated-montrose-hotel/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=aaron-bludorn-to-open-new-restaurant-in-anticipated-montrose-hotel Wed, 22 May 2024 16:31:22 +0000 https://houston.eater.com/2024/5/22/24162533/aaron-bludorn-perseid-fall-2024-hotel-saint-augustine Aaron Bludorn and Cherif Mbodji will team up at Persied, Bludorn’s fourth Houston restaurant. | Julie Soefer

Named for the meteor shower that peaks in August, Persied will pay homage to the international flavors that def...

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What’s Open and What’s Closed in Houston After Severe Storms https://houstonnewmedia.org/whats-open-and-whats-closed-in-houston-after-severe-storms/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=whats-open-and-whats-closed-in-houston-after-severe-storms Sat, 18 May 2024 15:09:00 +0000 https://houston.eater.com/2024/5/17/24158987/severe-storm-may-2024-houston-restaurants-open-closed Debris spreads across the roads near Interstate 10 and Interstate 45 close to downtown Houston. | Kirk Sides/Houston Chronicle via Getty Images

Following severe weather on Thursday, May 16, many Houston restaurants remai...

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Astros Star Alex Bregman and Bun B Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with Trill Taco Collaboration https://houstonnewmedia.org/astros-star-alex-bregman-and-bun-b-celebrate-cinco-de-mayo-with-trill-taco-collaboration/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=astros-star-alex-bregman-and-bun-b-celebrate-cinco-de-mayo-with-trill-taco-collaboration Fri, 03 May 2024 19:34:30 +0000 https://houston.eater.com/2024/5/3/24148196/astros-alex-bregman-bun-b-trill-burgers-tacos-monica-pope-aapi-family-guy-intel The Trill smash taco features Trill Burgers’ crispy beef smash burger patty with American cheese smashed onto a white corn tortilla, topped with citrus slaw, jalapenos, chipotle aioli, Trill taco seasoning, and Bregman’s Wild So...

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Astros Star Alex Bregman and Bun B Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with Trill Taco Collaboration https://houstonnewmedia.org/astros-star-alex-bregman-and-bun-b-celebrate-cinco-de-mayo-with-trill-taco-collaboration/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=astros-star-alex-bregman-and-bun-b-celebrate-cinco-de-mayo-with-trill-taco-collaboration Fri, 03 May 2024 19:34:30 +0000 https://houston.eater.com/2024/5/3/24148196/astros-alex-bregman-bun-b-trill-burgers-tacos-monica-pope-aapi-family-guy-intel The Trill smash taco features Trill Burgers’ crispy beef smash burger patty with American cheese smashed onto a white corn tortilla, topped with citrus slaw, jalapenos, chipotle aioli, Trill taco seasoning, and Bregman’s Wild So...

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“Euro-Tex” Restaurant Cooks Up Schnitzel and Texas Paella in the Heights https://houstonnewmedia.org/euro-tex-restaurant-cooks-up-schnitzel-and-texas-paella-in-the-heights/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=euro-tex-restaurant-cooks-up-schnitzel-and-texas-paella-in-the-heights Thu, 02 May 2024 15:49:23 +0000 https://houston.eater.com/2024/5/2/24147211/euro-tex-blue-tuba-opening-heights Blue Tuba bridges Eastern European cuisine and Southern hospitality through its pan-fried schnitzel  | Dylan McEwan

A rocker-turned-chef brings Euro-Tex tacos and Slovak macaroni and cheese to the Heights neighborh...

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Houston Astros Pitcher Brings Maven Coffee and Cocktails to Thompson Hotel https://houstonnewmedia.org/houston-astros-pitcher-brings-maven-coffee-and-cocktails-to-thompson-hotel/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=houston-astros-pitcher-brings-maven-coffee-and-cocktails-to-thompson-hotel Wed, 01 May 2024 16:11:07 +0000 https://houston.eater.com/2024/5/1/24146280/houston-astros-pitcher-maven-coffee-and-cocktails-to-thompson-hotel-allen-parkway The espresso martini and carajillo are among the shop’s most popular beverages. | Becca Wright

Find espresso martinis, truffle grilled cheese sandwiches, and plenty of pastries at the ritzy hotel Astros pitcher Lance McC...

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The Pit Room Brings Central Texas-Style Barbecue to Memorial City https://houstonnewmedia.org/the-pit-room-brings-central-texas-style-barbecue-to-memorial-city/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-pit-room-brings-central-texas-style-barbecue-to-memorial-city Tue, 30 Apr 2024 16:40:38 +0000 https://houston.eater.com/2024/4/30/24145294/the-pit-room-central-texas-style-barbecue-memorial-openings Find Central Texas-style barbecue and plenty of sides at the Pit Room. | Duc Hoang

Find Czech-style beef, macaroni and cheese, and an in-house ice cream sandwich station at the new location A second location of the acc...

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Turkey Leg Hut Co-Founder Lyndell Price Charged in Connection With Bar Fight https://houstonnewmedia.org/turkey-leg-hut-co-founder-lyndell-price-charged-in-connection-with-bar-fight/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=turkey-leg-hut-co-founder-lyndell-price-charged-in-connection-with-bar-fight Tue, 23 Apr 2024 18:49:51 +0000 https://houston.eater.com/2024/4/23/24138472/turkey-leg-hut-lyndell-price-charged-misdemeanor-oyster-hut-bar-fight Lyndell “Lynn” Price was charged with misdemeanor assault in connection to a February bar fight | Turkey Leg Hut/Facebook

The 42-year-old was charged with misdemeanor assault in connection with a February bar fight Turke...

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Molihua Opens With Dim Sum and Japanese Fare https://houstonnewmedia.org/molihua-opens-with-dim-sum-and-japanese-fare/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=molihua-opens-with-dim-sum-and-japanese-fare Tue, 23 Apr 2024 16:43:54 +0000 https://houston.eater.com/2024/4/23/24137730/anticipated-opening-molihua-dim-sum-and-japanese-sweets Molihua opened in Houston on Tuesday. | Brian Kennedy

The highly anticipated Blossom Hotel restaurant opened on Tuesday Michelin-starred chefs Ho Chee Boon and Hideki Hiwatashi opened the anticipated Molihua on Tuesday, ...

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Alba Huerta and ‘Top Chef’ Pitmaster Michelle Wallace Team Up At Julep’s Annual Kentucky Derby Party https://houstonnewmedia.org/alba-huerta-and-top-chef-pitmaster-michelle-wallace-team-up-at-juleps-annual-kentucky-derby-party/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=alba-huerta-and-top-chef-pitmaster-michelle-wallace-team-up-at-juleps-annual-kentucky-derby-party Mon, 22 Apr 2024 19:07:51 +0000 https://houston.eater.com/2024/4/22/24137434/alba-huerta-julep-michelle-wallace-top-chef-saint-arnold-intel Julep will host its annual Kentucky Derby party in May. | Marco Torres

Plus, the Saint Arnold Brewing Company turns 30 — and more intel The James Beard Award-winning bar owner Alba Huerta will host Julep’s annual Kentuc...

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Houston’s Best Spots for Great Passover Food https://houstonnewmedia.org/houstons-best-spots-for-great-passover-food/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=houstons-best-spots-for-great-passover-food Fri, 19 Apr 2024 17:17:40 +0000 https://houston.eater.com/2024/4/19/24132553/passover-houstons-best-spots-restaurants Many Jewish families enjoy matzo ball soup during Passover, and year-round. | Becca Wright

Bakeries, caterers, and restaurants are gearing up to celebrate the Jewish holiday Passover (known in Hebrew as “pesach”) begins ...

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Nixtamalization Takes Center Stage At West University’s Maximo https://houstonnewmedia.org/nixtamalization-takes-center-stage-at-west-universitys-maximo/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=nixtamalization-takes-center-stage-at-west-universitys-maximo Wed, 17 Apr 2024 18:57:09 +0000 https://houston.eater.com/2024/4/17/24131356/maximo-opens-west-university-nixtamalization-tacos Find barbacoa, fish, and sweet potato tempura tacos at Maximo in West University. | Julie Soefer

The buzzy new restaurant from the Local Foods Group boasts short rib pastrami tortas, lentil hummus imbued with chile cris...

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