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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August 26, 2025

Chef Aaron Bludorn to Bring His Beloved Neighborhood Tavern to the Woodlands Waterway

Come next summer, a new outpost of Bar Bludorn will debut in the suburbs

By Megha McSwain

August 25, 2025

Plate Full of News, Served Up August 25

Two eateries expand to Memorial City, free tres leches at El Bolillo, and an EaDo bar prepares for its spooky season pop-up

By Megha McSwain

August 20, 2025

Sip, Savor, and Save: Houston’s Best BYOB Restaurants

Save some moola by bringing your own beer, wine, bubbles, and spirits to these local gems

By Megha McSwain

August 14, 2025

Smash Hit: 10 Houston Restaurants Serving Up the Juiciest, Crispiest Smashburgers

What’s not to love about melty cheese and smashed beef patties?

By Megha McSwain

August 13, 2025

Michelin Guide Returns This Fall to Crown Texas’ Culinary Stars

The glamorous celebration of Texas restaurants will once again commence in Houston

By Megha McSwain

August 12, 2025

Houston Holds the Spotlight as Michelin Guide Texas Returns This Fall for 2025 Reveal

The glamorous celebration of Texas restaurants will commence in a new venue this year

By Megha McSwain

August 11, 2025

Plate Full of News, Served Up August 11

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

By Megha McSwain

August 7, 2025

Calling All Dancing Queens, Say ‘I Do, I Do, I Do’ to Mamma Mia! Themed Brunch at Zanti in River Oaks

Guests are invited to sport their best Greek glam for the occasion

By Megha McSwain

August 4, 2025

Nando’s Brings Peri Peri Heat to Historic Montrose Space

Nando’s Brings Peri Peri Heat to Historic Montrose Space The third Houston-area outpost of the globally-renowned chicken restaurant is now open

By Megha McSwain

July 30, 2025

Houston Restaurants and Bars Hosting White Linen Night in the Heights Festivities

The annual Houston summer tradition returns this weekend

By Megha McSwain

Latest Articles By Megha McSwain

Chef Aaron Bludorn to Bring His Beloved Neighborhood Tavern to the Woodlands Waterway

Plate Full of News, Served Up August 25

Sip, Savor, and Save: Houston’s Best BYOB Restaurants

Smash Hit: 10 Houston Restaurants Serving Up the Juiciest, Crispiest Smashburgers

Michelin Guide Returns This Fall to Crown Texas’ Culinary Stars

Houston Holds the Spotlight as Michelin Guide Texas Returns This Fall for 2025 Reveal

Plate Full of News, Served Up August 11

Calling All Dancing Queens, Say ‘I Do, I Do, I Do’ to Mamma Mia! Themed Brunch at Zanti in River Oaks

Nando’s Brings Peri Peri Heat to Historic Montrose Space

Houston Restaurants and Bars Hosting White Linen Night in the Heights Festivities

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