 IN PARTNERSHIP WITH HOUSTON FIRST  Jenn Duncan (Courtesy Phat Eatery) Houston is often misunderstood by outsiders, but the soul of the city lies in its cultural diversity. As a hub for immigrants, nearly 30 percent of its population is foreign-born, and this manifests in its cosmopolitan gastronomy, with regional staples like barbecue, Tex-Mex, and Cajun existing alongside newer influences from West Africa to Southeast Asia. This colorful culinary landscape has earned Houston national and now even global attention with the recent launch of Texas’ first-ever Michelin Guide. We’re calling it now: Houston represents the dynamic, eclectic future of American cuisine. Our ultimate culinary guide showcases some of Houston’s most essential restaurants, from strip-mall gems to white tablecloth fine dining.      |
