chinatown

Finding Comfort in Congee

Congee – also called jook in Cantonese – embodies versatility. This “rice porridge” is, essentially, a gruel in which the…

Drinking Up Houston’s Asiatown

Most Houstonians don’t head to Asiatown to imbibe, but if you want a great glass of wine or beer to…

Get Your Kicks at New Asiatown Hot Spot Ohn Korean Eatery

It’s Friday night, and you’re looking for a cool new spot to visit. One that serves great food and drink.…

A Guide To The Seoulful Side: The Best of Korean Cuisine in Asiatown

The Korean district in Spring Branch is known for its barbecue and banchan, but did you know that Asiatown is…

Frozen Over: Asiatown’s Icy Treats

It gets hot in Asia. To cool off, people enjoy icy drinks and desserts. These treats are often fruit-centric and…

The Ultimate Food Lover’s Guide to Chinatown

The Chinese diaspora has been Houston's gain. Here in this city – and in particular here in the Chinatown section…

Bring on the Boba: A Guide to Asiatown’s Bubble Tea Destinations

Seeking shelter from the unbearable heat and humidity? Crank up your AC and cruise over to any of these boba…

A Taste of Taiwanese at Tainan Bistro

Taiwanese cuisine embraces hearty comfort food: brown sugar steamed buns, green onion pancakes slick with delicious pan grease and simmered…

Hand-Pulled Noodles at Kuen Noodle House

At Kuen Noodle House in Chinatown, there’s a large glass window through which patrons can view the work of the kitchen staff who…

Say Hello to New Uyghur Restaurant Afandim

Houston’s sprawling Chinatown can be overwhelming at first, and it might sometimes seem insular to outsiders – e.g. some menus and signage…