Eat Like a Local with Chris Shepherd

Shepherd visits a local produce farm, farmers market, and restaurant in the premiere of Season 2 of ‘Eat Like a Local’.

In this episode of “Eat Like a Local with Chris Shepherd”, the chef tackles food at NRG Stadium to find all the uniquely Houston dishes the stadium has to offer.

From pierogies to a chicken wing that’s among the best in the city, these are the dishes that convert occasional diners to restaurant regulars.

From crispy and crunchy to thick and gooey, chef Chris Shepherd has scoured Houston for some of the best cookies in town. In this episode of “Eat Like a Local with Chris Shepherd”, he takes us to a few of his favorite spots for a sweet treat.

Explore a hidden high-end speakeasy and neighborhood watering holes on this episode of “Eat Like a Local”.

We can’t talk about fried chicken in this city without going to Frenchy’s Chicken -- which didn’t get its start as a chicken restaurant. Plus, we'll visit more places where you'll find great, crispy chicken in Houston.

Chef Chris Shepherd explores the range of Houston’s Indian food scene - from main dishes to desserts to snacks.

It's comfort food for any mood. In this episode of "Eat Like a Local with Chris Shepherd", Chris visits popular Houston spots for delicious noodle dishes.

Chris Shepherd pulls up a chair to learn about the flavors and foods being served up at Chef Ope Amosu's newest ChòpnBlọk restaurant in Houston, then he learns the "Art of Fufu" from the author of the book Kavachi Ukegbu.

In this episode, chef Chris Shepherd visits one of Houston’s quiet icons, Mandola’s Deli. Frank and Joseph Mandola are the father-son duo running this original in southeast Houston.

For many, tamales mark the beginning of the winter holiday season. It’s not just a Mexican tradition. In this episode, chef Chris Shepherd goes on a journey to explore different types of tamales from Mexican to Colombian and Cuban. He even finds a few surprises along the way.

From breakfast to dessert, Chris Shepherd samples some of the best Pakistani food in the Houston area. Joining him for this episode is Burger Bodega chef and friend Abbas Dhanani.

In this episode of 'Eat Like a Local', Chris Shepherd visits a Houston institution - House of Pies - AND shares where families can now find the popular pies from Proud Pie. Plus, there's even a bonus lesson on how to make your own perfect pie crust at home.

Kenny & Ziggy's has been delighting Houston diners for 25 years. In this episode of "Eat Like a Local", host Chris Shepherd sits down with Ziggy Gruber to learn about the food and his long family history that destined him to become the Deli Man.

In this episode, experience Spanish cuisine through the mind of Chef Luis. Host Chris Shepherd caught up with Chef Luis the day after BCN nabbed a coveted Michelin Star at Texas’ first-ever Michelin ceremony. While regular diners at BCN may not be surprised by the acclaim, Luis said he stills struggles to believe it.

No matter the time of day or your mood, there’s a sandwich sure to satisfy your cravings. In this episode, Chris Shepherd hits the road to find everything from a savory breakfast sandwich to a satisfying Philly cheesesteak. Hoagies, subs, clubs, Cubans, they’re all part of the quest.

In this episode, host Chris Shepherd explores the many delicious types of barbecue across Houston. From his fire-grilled favorites at a Pakistani barbecue restaurant to an interactive Korean barbecue experience where you can grill meat at your table, there's much more to BBQ in Houston than low & slow.

We’ve covered farm to table on “Eat Like a Local”, so now in this episode we’re talking boat to table! Host Chris Shepherd headed to the coast to learn how blue crabs make it from our local waterways to our local restaurants.

Bacon and eggs are great, but breakfast can be so much more! In this episode, host Chris Shepherd is on a mission to find unforgettable early morning dishes. Join him for the stories behind The Breakfast Klub and Harry's -- two favorites for breakfast in Houston.

From critically acclaimed to up-and-coming, we’re introducing you to the young chefs who are reshaping Mexican food in Houston. Join us as we learn what makes the work being done in the kitchens of Ema and Maximo so special and delicious.

Host Chris Shepherd is diving into the delicious world of RodeoHouston, helping you find the best bites from the 120+ food vendors serving up everything from fried cheesecake to barbecue and bacon-wrapped, well, everything.

"Eat Like a Local" host Chris Shepherd and Johnny Carrabba have been friends for a long time, and it shows when they talk about Carrabba’s food, family, and how they became such a prominent part of Houston’s food scene.

Treat yourself to the stories behind some of Houston's tastiest, creamiest, and most delightful ice cream shops by watching the 50th episode of "Eat Like a Local with Chris Shepherd"!

In this episode, host Chris Shepherd sits down with four-time James Beard Award nominee and mastermind behind some of Houston’s top Japanese restaurants, Chef Manabu “Hori” Horiuchi. Together, they dive into all things sushi, wagyu, and sake.

Whether you opt for white or brown gravy, the chicken fried steak underneath is cooked to perfection at Wolfpack Woodfired Tavern in Sealy. That's one of Chris Shepherd's stops as he focuses this episode on this classic Texas meal.

In this episode - a showcase of Eat Like a Local's favorite desserts, plus Chris Shepherd samples some new sweet treats that joined the most loved list!

In this episode, we’re bringing you part one of the crew’s road trip to Galveston in search of the area’s freshest seafood. Host Chris Shepherd set out to sort out the local spots that are sourcing locally and serving up some of the best dishes in town. His search led him to two must-try spots – one of the oldest restaurants in Houston, Gaido’s Seafood, and one of the newest, The Fancy.

In this episode, the crew returns to Galveston to learn how fresh caught Gulf seafood makes it from the dock to your plate. Host Chris Shepherd’s first stop is at Katie’s Seafood Market where he meets local fisherman Buddy Guindon who owns the market and Katie’s Seafood House right next door.