Lorretta Ruggiero

Lorretta Ruggiero is a freelance writer who loves cooking, gardening, traveling, and reading everything in sight. Her happiest moments are spent hosting family get-togethers or parties with friends. She is married to Classic Rock Bob and they have two amazing adult children, plus a houseful of fur and animals. She is an unashamed tree hugger who enjoys long walks in the woods. She cannot decide if her last meal would be a medium-rare filet mignon or tomato bruschetta, but she would definitely have a glass of red wine with either.

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June 19, 2026

Best Houston Restaurants for Father’s Day 2026: Where to Treat Dad to Brunch, BBQ, Steak and More

These restaurants are serving up special menus, drinks, and deals to help you celebrate Father’s Day in delicious style
By Lorretta Ruggiero

June 15, 2026

15 Best Bars in Downtown Houston for Cocktails, Craft Beer, and Nightlife

From speakeasies and historic pubs to cocktail lounges and lively dive bars, these Downtown bars offer something for every kind of night out
By Lorretta Ruggiero

June 15, 2026

26 Houston Restaurants and Bars Serving World Cup Specials During FIFA 2026

As Houston welcomes the world for FIFA World Cup 2026, local restaurants and bars are celebrating with special menus and creative cocktails
By Lorretta Ruggiero

June 8, 2026

Houston FIFA World Cup 2026 Guide: The Best Watch Parties, Fan Festivals and Soccer Events

From the official FIFA Fan Festival and Pitch Live to neighborhood watch parties, concerts and family-friendly activities, here’s where to celebrate the FIFA World Cup 2026 in Houston
By Lorretta Ruggiero

June 2, 2026

The Best Greek Restaurants in Houston Right Now

Where to get your hands on gyros, feta pies, Greek beer, and more
By Lorretta Ruggiero

May 29, 2026

16 Best Sandwiches in Houston: Must-Try Po’boys, Reubens, Hot Chicken & More

From beer battered fish to saucy meatballs, these handhelds are packed with goodness
By Lorretta Ruggiero

May 27, 2026

13 Houston-Area Restaurants Worth Leaving the Loop For

From Michelin-starred Mexican cuisine in Spring to waterfront oysters in San Leon, these destination-worthy restaurants prove some of the city’s best meals can be found beyond the Inner Loop
By Lorretta Ruggiero

May 26, 2026

Sip Into Summer With Houston’s Best Frozen Cocktails

Beat the heat with these icy spiked sips
By Lorretta Ruggiero

May 19, 2026

Soft Shell Crab Season Is Here: Where to Find Houston’s Best Crispy Crustaceans

From tempura-style specialties to classic fried platters, these restaurants are making the most of peak soft shell crab season with dishes worth chasing down
By Lorretta Ruggiero

May 12, 2026

20 Iconic Houston Restaurants That Have Stood the Test of Time

From legendary steakhouses and Tex-Mex institutions to beloved family-run diners, these longtime Houston restaurants continue to define the city’s dining culture decades after opening
By Lorretta Ruggiero

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