Eat Like a Local with Chris Shepherd
Season 2
Award-winning chef Chris Shepherd spotlights Houston's diverse culinary hotspots and the stories behind them.
Where to Watch Season 2
28 Episodes
- Houston Texans fans! These are the best bites you’ll find at NRG StadiumE2
Houston Texans fans! These are the best bites you’ll find at NRG StadiumIn 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. - Immerse yourself in the world of West African cuisine in HoustonE9
Immerse yourself in the world of West African cuisine in HoustonChris 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. - DELI-cious! Sandwiches and more are on the menu in this episodeE10
DELI-cious! Sandwiches and more are on the menu in this episodeIn 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. - It's tamale time!E11
It's tamale time!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. - Pies for the holidays and anytime you have a craving!E13
Pies for the holidays and anytime you have a craving!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. - Meet Ziggy: The Deli Man behind Houston's popular New York Jewish DeliE14
Meet Ziggy: The Deli Man behind Houston's popular New York Jewish DeliKenny & 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. - Meet the chef behind Houston’s Michelin Star restaurant BCNE15
Meet the chef behind Houston’s Michelin Star restaurant BCNIn 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. - So many perfect sandwiches. The journey to find the best across HoustonE16
So many perfect sandwiches. The journey to find the best across HoustonNo 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. - The international barbecue scene in Houston is on fire!E17
The international barbecue scene in Houston is on fire!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. - Fresh blue crabs delivered straight from the water to Houston restaurantsE18
Fresh blue crabs delivered straight from the water to Houston restaurantsWe’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. - Rise and dine at exceptional Houston breakfast restaurantsE19
Rise and dine at exceptional Houston breakfast restaurantsBacon 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. - Young Houston chefs put their own unique spins on Mexican foodE20
Young Houston chefs put their own unique spins on Mexican foodFrom 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. - ‘Eat Like a Local’ lassos up tasty bites at RodeoHoustonE21
‘Eat Like a Local’ lassos up tasty bites at RodeoHoustonHost 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. - Johnny Carrabba and the first family of Houston restaurantsE22
Johnny Carrabba and the first family of Houston restaurants"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. - Get the scoop on some of Houston’s most delightful ice cream shopsE23
Get the scoop on some of Houston’s most delightful ice cream shopsTreat 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"! - Meet the man behind Houston’s finest sushi restaurantsE24
Meet the man behind Houston’s finest sushi restaurantsIn 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. - Exploring Galveston’s seafood sceneE27
Exploring Galveston’s seafood sceneIn 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. - Enjoy fresh, locally sourced seafood at these Galveston restaurantsE28
Enjoy fresh, locally sourced seafood at these Galveston restaurantsIn 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.