Food & Drink

If you’re a red-blooded, fire-loving, Saturday-afternoon kind of man, brisket isn’t just dinner, it’s a declaration. The perfect beef brisket? That’s backyard legend status. First rule: buy the right cut. Go with a full packer brisket, 12–15 pounds, USDA Choice or Prime. You want that thick flat and fatty point together. Don’t fear the fat, […]

The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo World’s Championship Bar-B-Que Contest didn’t start as the monster meat circus it is today. Like most great Texas traditions, it began smaller, rougher and fueled by bragging rights, smoke and beer. The cookoff fired up in 1974, back when the Houston Rodeo wanted something that felt more Texas than […]

Christmas Day in Houston doesn’t mean the city shuts down. While some kitchens take the day off, plenty of restaurants keep the lights on, the ovens hot and the welcome warm for anyone looking to skip cooking or keep a tradition alive. RELATED: Stores Open on Christmas Eve & Christmas Day Whether you’re craving a […] The post 35 Restaurants Open on Christmas Day in Houston appeared first on The Eagle 106.9/107.5.

Buckle up, because we’re about to take your Thanksgiving bird from “meh” to MONSTER LEGEND STATUS. Deep-frying a turkey isn’t just cooking, it’s a full-blown spectacle, the kind of backyard event that makes neighbors peek over the fence and say, “Oh yeah… he’s doing it right.” THE BIRD: YOUR MAIN EVENTStart with an average 12–14 […]

For many, Thanksgiving Day is holiday prime for gathering with family and friends, while eating turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing and more – and maybe watching a little football too. For those who may not celebrate the holiday, or are looking for alternative plans away from home’s dinner table, here’s a list of restaurants open on […]

It’s National American Beer Day, and there’s no better place to celebrate than Texas — a state that practically runs on ice-cold brews and backyard good times. From small-town taprooms to massive breweries with statewide followings, Texas beer has carved out its own bold, flavorful identity. RELATED: 30 Songs Every Texan Knows by Heart Whether you’re […]

Let’s get one thing straight, amigo: we do love our Dr Pepper. That sweet, 23-flavor nectar of the gods has been fueling Texans since before we could legally drive and Whataburger? Please. That orange-and-white beacon of hope is the only fast food joint where a man can get a double meat, double cheese at 2:00 […] The post Dr Pepper? Whataburger? Nice Try. appeared first on The Eagle 106.9/107.5.

Gooder Foods has recalled two "Goodles" mac & cheese products due to undeclared milk and cashew allergens.

Why Blue Bell Ice Cream Is the Dr Pepper of the Freezer AisleTexas pride in every bite. If you know, you know and if you don’t, where the hell have you been?  Blue Bell ice cream isn’t just a dessert.  It’s a full-blown lifestyle.  Like Dr Pepper, it’s one of those Texas-born legends that’s impossible […]

Walmart has issued a recall of Great Value frozen shrimp following the FDA's warning of potential radioactive contamination.

What is Cinco de Mayo? Cinco de Mayo, as you can probably guess from the name, is a holiday celebrated on May 5th. When you think of Cinco de Mayo, you may think of tacos of tequila but do you know the real reason we celebrate it? Data from YouGov Direct found that 60% of […]

It’s May 1st and it’s time to start kicking off the Cinco de Mayo celebrations a little early! While May 5th holds a much deeper historical and cultural meaning for our friends in Mexico—commemorating the Mexican army’s victory over the French at the Battle of Puebla, here in the United States, it has also become […]