Category Archives: Food for Thought

Writing that features a discussion or debate about food related issues.

Retsina: Greek Wine of Flavor and History

Posted on December 7, 2011 by J.C. Reid

Kourtaki retsina One of the great pleasures of traveling is the ability to literally walk in the footsteps of ancient peoples. For me, a favorite destination is the Acropolis in Athens, Greece, where you can climb through the Propylaea (gate) … Continue reading →

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What’s wrong with Houston barbecue?

Posted on September 12, 2011 by J.C. Reid

Trinity Plate – Pierson & Company Bar-B-Que – Houston, TX Houston barbecue sucks. At least that’s what the self-proclaimed barbecue experts say. I’ll admit to being one of those self-proclaimed experts. For years I’ve lamented the state of barbecue in … Continue reading →

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Restaurant rules to survive (and thrive) by

Posted on January 17, 2011 by J.C. Reid

I recently wrote about etiquette tips that diners can use to make the restaurant dining experience more enjoyable. Similarly, there are rules that restaurants can follow to make the diner’s experience more enjoyable and thus have the salutary effect of … Continue reading →

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Almost Famous

Posted on November 30, 2010 by J.C. Reid

There’s been a lot of hand-wringing lately about the lack of national recognition for Houston’s thriving food scene. Pupuseria Emanuel But God forbid, the day comes when selling yourself is as important as the music you make.   – Russell Hammond … Continue reading →

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Dude, where’s my chi? Hot pot for mind and body

Posted on November 9, 2010 by J.C. Reid

Traditional Chinese medicine is a mind-numbingly complex, and yet artfully simple, way of a looking at the physical and spiritual health of a human being. Very generally, it is based on the philosophical belief that the universe is saturated with … Continue reading →

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