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Where to Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in Houston

By Zach McKenzie on Apr. 25, 2026

‘ritas, fajitas, and more! Houston and delicious Tex-Mex go together like margaritas and queso! In H-Town, you never have to look far to find a restaurant that offers mouthwatering sizzling hot fajitas, gnosh-worthy nachos, ice-cold margaritas, and more! Check out our list below of top dining options to consider when planning your Cinco de Mayo celebrations this year. Want to keep the party going? Check out our roundup of events taking place in Houston throughout the month of May. Photos:…

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Your Guide to February

By Kimberly Guel on Jan. 17, 2026

February is the perfect time to be in Houston, with major cultural celebrations like Lunar New Year, Mardi Gras, and Black History Month. Plus, love is in the crisp air with Valentine’s Day upon us. Here’s your guide to make the most of such a special month in Houston! Where to Stay Hotel Icon Located in Downtown Houston, Hotel Icon has a lobby that will take your breath away. The full floor lobby, which is punctuated with original architectural elements that include turn-of-the-century…

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Good Ol' Texas BBQ? Think Again.

By Megan LaBruna on Jun. 01, 2020

Houston is one of the most diverse cities in the country, which means we have A LOT of good eats to choose from. Take, for example, our BBQ. Bet you thought you knew what good ol’ Texas BBQ looked like. Well, think again… Houston not only delivers on traditional, perfectly smoked meets, but amazing fusion combinations as well. Pinkerton’s Barbecue 1504 Airline Drive, Houston, TX, Heights Located in the northside of Houston, Pinkerton’s uses only wood burning pits cooking their food low and slow…

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Greg Gatlin

Nov. 06, 2019

Chef/Owner, Gatlin's BBQ With a culinary family history, food has always played a prominent role in Greg Gatlin's life. But it took some time for the owner and pit master of Gatlin's BBQ in the Heights to discover that the restaurant business was his calling. The Rice University grad was a business consultant before starting a small catering company on the side. Demand for his delicious barbecue grew and when an opportunity to take over a small cottage in the Heights presented itself in 2010…

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