Legend has it that “Houston” was the first word spoken on the moon. Since that famous moment, NASA’s Johnson Space Center has been the city’s biggest drawcard, with the lunar landing and space discovery at the top of every tourist’s list. But beyond the rockets and astronauts, there’s a vibrant and diverse food scene that’s earned Houston a reputation as one of the United States’ top culinary cities.
Although there are still plenty of barbecue joints, Houston resists the caricatures of the South with a culturally rich dining landscape that reflects the city’s multicultural fabric. Now considered one of the most diverse places in America, Houston’s 10,000-odd restaurants represent cuisine from more than 70 countries and local regions, marrying Hispanic, African-American, Indigenous, Vietnamese, Mexican, Indian, Cajun and Creole influences. Even its American fare is tinged with flavours and techniques from varied cultures,
