Food And Drink
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Where to get the best empanadas in San Antonio
For the best empanadas in San Antonio—both sweet and savory—check out these nine restaurants. There’s so much to do in San Antonio, and that’s simply because of the great people who live here and create fun, soul-enriching opportunities for their communities. For instance, San Antonio is slated to be filled with can’t-miss festivals in 2026, but…
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Best hole-in-the-wall restaurants in San Antonio
Check out these 10 hole-in-the-wall restaurants in San Antonio for the best tacos, pizzas, breakfast, and more that you might’ve never known about.
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Yes, that looks familiar—here’s where Paramount+’s “Landman” filmed around DFW
Paramount+’s show “Landman” has filmed at several locations throughout the DFW area. How many have you recognized?
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Dallas’ Starship Bagel takes breakfast to another planet
Award-winning bagels in Dallas? Who would have thought it?
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9 spring & summer festivals in DFW to look forward to
With beautiful flowers, delicious food, wonderful music, and fantastic fireworks, you won’t want to miss these 10 upcoming festivals in DFW.
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Mark your calendars: 9 spring festivals & events in Houston
From gardens to food fests, Houston’s spring calendar is packed with can’t-miss events for singles, couples, and families alike. Every new year starts with a blank slate, a chance to start fresh and let whatever’s coming next unfold. If one of your resolutions for 2026 is to experience Houston like the tourists who flock here, you’ve…
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Trying out Dry January? Find a mocktail at one of these 14 Texas spots
Did you know that Dry January, the alcohol-free phenomenon that takes the world by storm at the beginning of the year, started across the pond in the UK?
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8 places to stop, shop, & savor along the San Antonio River Walk
Immerse yourself in history, unique shopping, and culinary delights along the San Antonio River Walk.
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What to expect at the 2026 Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo
Heading to Houston in March? Preview the heart-pumping rodeo action, exclusive shopping, and electrifying concerts at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo.
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7 free, low-cost events to start the new year right in Houston
If you’re looking for ways to get out of the house without spending too much money (or being tempted by a cocktail), here are some free or low-cost events happening in Houston this January.
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9 ways to ring in the New Year in Dallas-Fort Worth
Celebrate 2026 with a dazzling New Year’s Eve party in Dallas-Fort Worth, some of which are kid-friendly.
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8 Fall-winter recipes using Dallas Farmers Market produce
Try these delicious recipes during the fall and winter seasons.
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Get a taste of 10 DFW restaurants opening in 2026
You’ll salivate over these 10 restaurants opening in Dallas-Fort Worth in 2026. Skip “the usual” and head somewhere new for dinner in 2026. (New year, new eats, anyone?) There are many new restaurants coming to the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex in 2026, from steakhouses to sandwich shops and everything in between. Milanese food? A Mexican steakhouse? A tasting…
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Here’s what to know about the new Netflix House Dallas
Netflix House Dallas is now open at the Galleria, with food, drinks, games, and ticketed fan experiences.
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10 can’t-miss San Antonio festivals happening in 2026
These San Antonio festivals provide great entertainment. Check out classic cars, support local nonprofits, embrace cultural traditions, and so much more.
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Every San Antonio restaurant Guy Fieri visited on ‘Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives’
Guy Fieri has visited 22 San Antonio restaurants on “Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives.” Here’s every spot he featured.
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Countdown Central: San Antonio tops Texas NYE celebration rankings
WalletHub recently dubbed San Antonio the best city in Texas for NYE celebrations. Here’s why.
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New Year’s Eve in Houston: Best parties, events, & celebrations
From fancy galas to family fun, there’s plenty to do this New Year’s Eve in Houston. Here are the best parties and celebrations to ring in 2026.
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I visited Coca-Cola’s Classic Christmas experience in Houston—here are the best parts
Katy Mills is hosting the Houston edition of Classic Christmas, complete with ice skating, slides, ornament-making, Santa visits, and more.
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3 DFW mom-and-pop shops that closed this year due to rising costs
Texas restaurants and bars have been hit hard by rising rents, pricy ingredients, and dwindling attendance. These three mainstays shut down earlier this year.
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Where to find the best tamales for your holiday celebrations in DFW
As the weather gets (slightly) chillier and the festive decor goes up on the walls, we’ve got your guide to holiday tamales across Dallas-Fort Worth.
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13 ways to support small in Houston
Small Business Saturday is just around the corner on Nov. 29, and it’s the best time to step away from the big box stores and show some love to your local businesses. At COURIER HTX, we like to support local businesses all year round with our weekly newsletter series Support Small. Check out some of…
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Investigate a murder, win plant-themed prizes: 8 December events in the Houston area to attend
Though December is filled with holiday celebrations, here at COURIER HTX, we’ve weeded through all the Christmas cheer to find other events that don’t require a Santa hat or a wrapped present.
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This small city became the Christmas capital of Texas. Here’s why.
Grapevine, Texas, draws over two million visitors to 1,400 Christmas events each year. Here’s what makes this town just north of Dallas a festive draw at the holidays.
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Spend less time in the kitchen and save some bucks with these Houston Thanksgiving feasts
Turkey, stuffing, pies, cranberry sauce, rolls, mac and cheese, mashed potatoes…Thanksgiving suppers can not only get lengthy, but also pricey with all you need to buy.
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H Mart in Dallas: A shopper’s paradise for quality meats and the best snacks
When H Mart announced the grand opening of their Dallas location, I braved the line and spent an hour exploring the offerings.
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Gina Hinojosa urges Fort Worth to fight for its public schools
State Rep. Gina Hinojosa, a Democrat running for governor, answered questions and called on community members to fight back against Fort Worth ISD’s state takeover at a town hall on Saturday.
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Hungover in Houston? Try these 7 local cures
Whether you’re looking for a savory filling meal or simply want to melt into a puddle at a spa, these hangover remedies will cure what ails ya.
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Where to get food resources in Texas as SNAP benefits are set to pause for November
This article was last updated Nov. 2 at 3:50 p.m. As the federal government shutdown drags on, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is set to pause its benefits for the month of November, leaving million of low-income Texans unsure about where they’ll get their next meals. The government shutdown started on Oct. 1, due…
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3 Texas restaurants receive first Michelin star awards
The best of the culinary scene gathered in Houston Oct. 28 to find out what Texas restaurants would be receiving a Michelin star, along with other honors. This is the second year Texas has hosted a Michelin ceremony.
