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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July 31, 2026

Pasta, Parmesan & Plenty of Wine: Houston’s 23 Best Italian Restaurants

From dimly lit trattorias to sceney dining rooms with tableside truffle service, these restaurants know how to impress
By Lorretta Ruggiero

July 23, 2026

Houston Asiatown Dining Guide: 18 Must-Try Spots for Pho, Sushi, Dim Sum & More

Skip the chain restaurants and discover the neighborhood favorites serving some of Houston’s most memorable Asian cuisine, from pho and dumplings to sushi and seafood boils
By Lorretta Ruggiero

July 8, 2026

Where to Celebrate 713 Day in Houston: Food, Drinks & Deals

Raise a glass to the Bayou City’s original area code with exclusive dining deals, local events, and Houston-inspired celebrations across town
By Lorretta Ruggiero

July 6, 2026

Where to Celebrate Bastille Day in Houston: French Restaurants, Specials & Events

From prix-fixe dinners and champagne celebrations to French pastries and family-friendly festivities, these Bastille Day celebrations are magnifique
By Lorretta Ruggiero

July 2, 2026

Best Paletas in Houston: 10 Mexican Ice Pop Shops to Cool Off This Summer

With a variety of dippings and toppings, the paleta possibilities are endless
By Lorretta Ruggiero

July 2, 2026

20 Best Montrose Bars for Cocktails, Beer, and Nightlife in Houston

Montrose is home to Houston’s most eclectic nightlife scene, where award-winning cocktail bars, lively patios, and beloved dives share the same streets
By Lorretta Ruggiero

June 30, 2026

19 Best Houston Restaurants to Impress Out-of-Town Guests

These Houston spots showcase the city’s diverse food scene while giving out-of-town guests a memorable taste of the Bayou City
By Lorretta Ruggiero

June 29, 2026

17 Must-Try Houston Dishes That Define the City’s Food Scene

Whether you’re a lifelong Houstonian or visiting for the first time, these signature dishes capture the city’s rich culinary diversity, history, and innovation
By Lorretta Ruggiero

June 26, 2026

Best Fourth of July Events in Houston: Fireworks, Food, Drinks & Parties

America’s 250th birthday calls for an extra-big celebration
By Lorretta Ruggiero

June 24, 2026

Where to Find the Best Sushi in Houston: 23 Must-Try Restaurants in 2026

Freshly flown in fish, sake, and lychee martinis await
By Lorretta Ruggiero

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