'Getting Around' with World Wide Nate goes to Houston
Houston is an international city and its been voted the most diverse city in the United States.
These days Houston is more then cowboys and the rodeo. Houston is an international city and its been voted the most diverse city in the United States.
The oil industry has been a huge contributor to reshaping the character of the city and fortunately for people visiting Houston the culinary options are plentiful. I’m a professional eater and always in search of trying new cuisines so it was only natural to visit Houston to eat. The Breakfast Klub, located in midtown has grown into a community staple serving notable dishes like katfish & grits and wings & waffles. Bring some comfortable shoes because The Breakfast Klub isn’t a secret, you will be greeted with a line wrapped around the parking lot of patrons waiting to eat here.
Killen’s Barbecue is the best barbecue period located south of the city in Pearland. Barbecue lovers line up before Killen’s opens to try the tender meats consisting of brisket, beef ribs, pork ribs, sausage and turkey. The cafeteria style meat and three sides restaurant will light up your platte as the tender meat falls off the bone and each bite explodes in your mouth. Make sure you come early because when they run out of meat they close their doors typically between 3-5p daily except Monday when they’re closed.
As much as Houston has evolved I still had to indulge in some horseback riding. As an adult I have grown to love riding horses and Mr. Sam at The Spread took me for a ride. Accompanied by a beautiful Tennessee Walker named Honey, we strolled through the neighborhood until we reached an open field and I was able to gallup away.
Blue Nile, an Ethiopian restaurant was celebrating their 20th year in business. Over the years they have won multiple awards for Best Ethiopian Restaurant and Best Vegetarian Restaurant. Although this would be my first time tasting Ethiopian food, I knew it was going got be a great experience. The meal felt like a history class as I learned Ethiopians traditionally eat with their hands by using Injera, a spongy soft pancake like bread to grab the food. The coffee ceremony was a nice touch to the meal while they explained how coffee was discovered in Ethiopia.
For dinner Chef Michael Cordúa welcomed me into Churrascos, his first restaurant he opened more then 20+ years ago. Chef Michael’s name is synonymous with Latin cuisine. The food speaks for itself and with accolades from Esquire’s Magazines “Top 20 Best Steaks in America” you know you’re in for a treat. The entire experience from the food, to the decor and the presentation of each dish is world class!
Houston is the fourth largest city in the States. but it also maintain a small town feel. The Southern hospitality sits in its own category of kindness. I was only able to get a small taste of Houston and I will definitely be back to taste more!
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