Megha McSwain

Texas Managing Editor

Megha McSwain is the Texas Editor for DiningOut Magazine, managing editorial content for Houston and Dallas. Megha was born in Mumbai, India, and currently resides in Houston. She has a passion for reporting on food, restaurants, chefs, and travel, and has contributed to outlets like Food Network, Eater, InsideHook, Resy, Texas Monthly, and Texas Highways throughout her career. As a trusted member of the local media, Megha also appears as a regular guest on local lifestyle television shows, Great Day Houston on KHOU11, and Texas Today on NBC5.

Latest Articles By Megha McSwain

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July 7, 2026

Best Tapas Restaurants in Houston: Where to Find Patatas Bravas, Croquetas & Jamón Ibérico

Eat, drink wine, and stay for flamenco night
By Megha McSwain

July 6, 2026

Houston’s 18 Best Seafood Restaurants, From Oyster Bars to Fine Dining

From casual family-owned joints to sceney hangouts, Houston is rich in its abundance of seafood-focused destinations
By Megha McSwain

July 1, 2026

Chef Claire Smith Opens chrôma at The Menil Collection With All-Day Dining in Montrose

The former Canopy and Alice Blue chef takes over the former Bistro Menil space with breakfast, lunch, dinner, cocktails, and weekend brunch
By Megha McSwain

June 26, 2026

Killen’s Heights Sets Final Service Date, Brings Back Fan-Favorite Dishes

Chef Ronnie Killen is marking the Heights restaurant’s final weeks with a farewell menu featuring fan-favorite Southern comfort dishes and barbecue
By Megha McSwain

June 25, 2026

Best Restaurants in Waco: 11 Places to Eat, Drink, and Explore

From award-winning spirits to purposeful coffee and rooftop views, here are 11 spots to add to your Waco itinerary
By Megha McSwain

June 23, 2026

Husband-and-Wife Team Behind Yuma Opens First Houston Restaurant This Weekend

The beloved pop-up from Mike Hartley and Miriam Leek-Meira debuts its first permanent home with Brazilian-inspired Cuban sandwiches, house-made snacks, and tropical cocktails
By Megha McSwain

June 22, 2026

Aga’s To Go Opens in Katy, Bringing Houston’s Beloved Indian-Pakistani Restaurant West

The family-owned destination restaurant begins a new chapter in Katy, and plans for more expansion in 2027
By Megha McSwain

June 18, 2026

Riel’s Legendary Booze Can Sunday Returns to Houston for One Day at Chardon

Chefs EJ Miller and Ryan Lachaine reunite to revive the beloved Riel tradition with nostalgic dishes, throwback drinks, and a celebration of Canada’s 159th birthday
By Megha McSwain

June 17, 2026

Houston’s 17 Best Creameries for Ice Cream, Gelato, and Soft Serve

Where to score the best sprinkle-topped scoops and swirls this summer
By Megha McSwain

June 16, 2026

The Main House: Western Addition Announces New All-Day Restaurant Planned for Dallas’ Knox Street

Fresh off its first out-of-state expansion, Western Addition is investing in a new all-day concept designed to become a gathering place on Knox Street
By Megha McSwain
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