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 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

The popular family-owned Michigan-based eatery has made its Texas debut

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

May 28, 2025

Two Houston Farmers Debut a New Cocktail Bar and Restaurant in the Heights

Good God, Nadine’s showcases cocktails, frozens, and a small, but mighty menu with Southern flair

By Megha McSwain

May 20, 2025

Wine Pro Behind A’Bouzy Debuts New Napa Valley-Inspired Restaurant at Regent Square

Succulent impresses with a farm fresh menu and lots of fine wine

By Megha McSwain

May 20, 2025

The Winners of Dallas’ Inaugural RARE Steak Championship

The all-you-can-eat steak festival from DiningOut Events was an epic battle of the beef

By Megha McSwain

May 19, 2025

Plate Full of News, Served Up May 19

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

By Megha McSwain

May 14, 2025

Veteran Houston BBQ Chef Signs On as New Pitmaster at J-Bar-M

Arash Kharat brings star power and pizazz to the East Downtown hangout

By Megha McSwain