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Find all the buzz about food and dining here. Check out Chef’s Corner to find out where the experts eat. For recipes and tips for entertaining, see Back Porch Table by Andria Frankfort. See all Buzz recipes here.

Soft Gingerbread Cookies with Eggnog Frosting

Soft Gingerbread Cookies with Eggnog Frosting

By Andria Dilling | December 19, 2025
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Hot Chocolate Cookies with Marshmallow Fluff

Hot Chocolate Cookies with Marshmallow Fluff

By Andria Dilling | December 12, 2025
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Joe Sevier
Spiced Orange Crumble Cookies

Spiced Orange Crumble Cookies

By Andria Dilling | December 5, 2025
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Vaughn Vreeland
Cranberry Fool

Cranberry Fool

By Andria Dilling | November 28, 2025
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Melissa Cozart and Diane Hanks

Baking Christmas Memories

From intricate cakes to gingerbread cookies
By Annie Blaylock McQueen | November 25, 2025
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Melissa Cozart, Diane Hanks, Hudson Cozart, Hunter Cozart, Jack Hanks, Emma Hanks, Hattie Hanks, Georgia Polley, Norman Hanks
Peggy Roe

Bridging Generations with Community and Cookbooks

The Junior League of Houston turns 100
By Andria Dilling | November 25, 2025
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Peggy Roe, Cynthia Adkins, Elizabeth Kendrick, Emily Walter, Sharyn Robinson, Lauren Perillo, Donna Perillo, Abigail Simpson, Taylor Luce, Lauren Luce, Keli Luce
TRADITION UPDATE

Lazy Latkes

A Hanukkah miracle (and NYE perfection)
By Andria Dilling | November 25, 2025
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People in this article:
Rebecca Firkser, Pam Gruber, Ziggy Gruber
Smitten Kitchen’s Classic Pumpkin Pie with Pecan Praline Topping

Smitten Kitchen’s Classic Pumpkin Pie with Pecan Praline Topping

By Andria Dilling | November 21, 2025
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People in this article:
Deb Perelman
Spiced Cranberries

Spiced Cranberries

By Andria Dilling | November 14, 2025
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Roasted Broccoli with Whipped Ricotta, Pomegranate, and Chili Crisp

Roasted Broccoli with Whipped Ricotta, Pomegranate, and Chili Crisp

By Andria Dilling | November 7, 2025
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Brown Butter Candy Cookies

Brown Butter Candy Cookies

By Andria Dilling | October 31, 2025
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THE GREAT PUMPKIN

Move Over, Turkey

A Thanksgiving refresh
By Andria Dilling | October 27, 2025
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Kris Anne Vogelpohl, Elmer Vogelpohl, Deb Perelman, Andria Dilling
Toasted Marshmallow and Chocolate Rice Krispie Treats

Toasted Marshmallow and Chocolate Rice Krispie Treats

By Andria Dilling | October 24, 2025
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Acorn Squash Stuffed with Sausage, Rapini, and Apricots

Acorn Squash Stuffed with Sausage, Rapini, and Apricots

By Andria Dilling | October 17, 2025
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Crispy Cheese Bites

Crispy Cheese Bites

By Andria Dilling | October 10, 2025
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STE 8th graders spaghetti

Friends, Meatballs, and Marinara at STE

By Chinedu Abiaziem | October 3, 2025
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Sophie DeWalch, Ally Jiang, Lucia Pena, Eliza Hancock, Carmen Prado, Ann Seitz, Amanda Boisaubin, Saqib Memon, Mr. Monks, Chris Horton, Bret Hervat, Anna Claire Linbeck
Creamy, Spicy Tomato Beans and Greens

Creamy, Spicy Tomato Beans and Greens

By Andria Dilling | October 3, 2025
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Alexa Weibel
Super Simple Cheese Souffle

The Simplest Cheese Souffle

By Andria Dilling | September 26, 2025
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Gravlax

Gravlax

By Andria Dilling | September 19, 2025
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Buffalo Chicken Salad

Buffalo Chicken Salad

By Andria Dilling | September 12, 2025
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Baked Three-Cheese Onion Dip with Chive and Pepperoncini

Game Day: Baked Three-Cheese Onion Dip with Chive and Pepperoncini

By Andria Dilling | September 5, 2025
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Watermelon with Orange, Honey, and Tarragon Dressing

Watermelon with Orange, Honey, and Tarragon Dressing

By Andria Dilling | August 29, 2025
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Crispy Chicken Tacos

Dinner by the Day

Theme-night suppers
By Andria Dilling | August 27, 2025
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Andria Dilling
Bryan Caswell

The Art of the Comeback: Chef Bryan Caswell

By Dai Huynh | August 27, 2025
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Bryan Caswell, Jean-Georges Vongerichten, Bill Floyd, Michael Caswell, Allison Knight, Lawson Knight, Tucker Knight, Lillie Knight
Frozen Honey-Almond, Banana, and Dark Chocolate Treats

Frozen Honey-Almond, Banana, and Dark Chocolate Treats

By Andria Dilling | August 22, 2025
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Peach and Cucumber Salad

Peach and Cucumber Salad

By Andria Dilling | August 15, 2025
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Blackberry Shortbread Swirl Ice Cream

Blackberry Shortbread Swirl Ice Cream

By Andria Dilling | August 8, 2025
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Rebecca Bloome, Sara Bloome, dog Milo

A College Student's Summer Wrap-Up

Soaking Up the Last Rays of H-Town
By Rebecca Bloome | August 8, 2025
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Rebecca Bloome, Sara Bloome, Hannah Maltbie
The Polo Bar burger

The Polo Bar Burger

By Andria Dilling | August 1, 2025
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Chopped Broccoli, Green Bean, and Farro Salad with Walnuts

Chopped Broccoli, Green Bean, and Farro Salad with Walnuts

By Andria Dilling | July 25, 2025
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People in this article:
Deb Perelman