Megha McSwain

Managing Editor

Megha McSwain is the Managing Editor of DiningOut, overseeing editorial content across Houston, Dallas, and Atlanta. Born in Mumbai, India, Megha spent most of her life in Houston and now resides in Colorado. Throughout her career, she has contributed to leading food, travel, and lifestyle publications, including Food Network, Eater, InsideHook, Resy, and Texas Monthly. A trusted voice in food and lifestyle media, Megha also makes regular appearances on local television, appearing on Great Day Houston on KHOU 11 and Texas Today on NBC 5.

Latest Articles By Megha McSwain

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June 18, 2025

Where to Find Juicy Steaks, Succulent Sides, and Fine Wine: Houston’s Best Steakhouses

Dallas Do-Gooder Wins Top Honors at 2025 James Beard Awards

Cafe Momentum’s Chad Houser was the only Dallas nominee to take home an award at this year’s ceremony

By Megha McSwain

June 16, 2025

Plate Full of News, Served Up June 16

Grab a serving of the latest restaurant, bar, and chefs happenings each week

By Megha McSwain

June 16, 2025

Executive Chef RJ Yoakum Suddenly Departs From Michelin Recommended Restaurant Georgie

The news comes hours before the 2025 James Beard Awards, of which he is a nominee for Best Emerging Chef

By Megha McSwain

June 12, 2025

Austin-Based Emmer & Rye Hospitality to Open First Houston Restaurant at Autry Park

The closure of MF Lobster makes way for a new restaurant from the high-profile operators with Michelin cred

By Megha McSwain

June 10, 2025

At Long Last, Uchi Houston Will Expand Its Beverage Program to Include a Full Bar

For the first time since opening in Montrose in 2012, the lauded sushi restaurant is adding booze to its menu

By Megha McSwain

June 9, 2025

Where to Celebrate National Rosé Day in Houston

Still, sparkling, or frozen, these 11 restaurants and bars are celebrating the blush-hued wine in fine fashion

By Megha McSwain

June 3, 2025

Two Longstanding Rice Village Restaurants Top the List of Houston’s Latest Closings

A time-honored French restaurant, innovative scoop shop, and former James Beard nominee have all shuttered

By Megha McSwain

June 3, 2025

New Lebanese American Restaurant Serving Premium Halal Meats Open in Tanglewood

By Megha McSwain

June 2, 2025

Plate Full of News, Served Up June 2

Grab a serving of the latest restaurant, bar, and chefs happenings each week

By Megha McSwain

Latest Articles By Megha McSwain

Where to Find Juicy Steaks, Succulent Sides, and Fine Wine: Houston’s Best Steakhouses

Dallas Do-Gooder Wins Top Honors at 2025 James Beard Awards

Plate Full of News, Served Up June 16

Executive Chef RJ Yoakum Suddenly Departs From Michelin Recommended Restaurant Georgie

Austin-Based Emmer & Rye Hospitality to Open First Houston Restaurant at Autry Park

At Long Last, Uchi Houston Will Expand Its Beverage Program to Include a Full Bar

Where to Celebrate National Rosé Day in Houston

Two Longstanding Rice Village Restaurants Top the List of Houston’s Latest Closings

New Lebanese American Restaurant Serving Premium Halal Meats Open in Tanglewood

Plate Full of News, Served Up June 2

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