Sunday, May 19, 2013: Pig
Robert del Grande, Chris Shepherd
SOLD OUT!

Pigs have recently been on the front burner of some of the nation's most sought-after kitchens-much to the dismay of animals of the porcine variety. But these days, the culinary masterminds are leaving little behind, thanks to an emphasis on nose-to-tail cooking and a little epicurean wherewithal. Tag along with Underbelly's Chef Chris Shepherd and RDG + Bar Annie's Robert del Grande as they share their favorite places to find, buy and delight in the city's best pork. Head to a sustainable shop in the Heights to learn about locally raised heritage pigs, before heading out in the city to taste how different cultures put their spin on the savory meat.

Sunday, June 23, 2013: Taco
Terrence Gallivan, Seth Siegel-Gardner
SOLD OUT! 

Any local can tell you, regular taco consumption just goes with the territory in H-Town. But around here, the sizzling fajitas have to share the spotlight with more than just Tex-Mex. Ride along with The Pass and Provisions' Chefs Seth Siegel-Gardner and Terrence Gallivan as they spotlight the rolled-and-wrapped fare in Houston. From breakfast tacos and barbacoa varieties to Korean lettuce-wraps and taqueria-style selections, guests will walk away with a whole new appreciation for the take-along treat.

Sunday, July 21, 2013: Long Point Road
Bryan Caswell, Chris Shepherd
On Sale June 3, 2013 at noon (Central time)

Anyone that's ever driven down Long Point Road in West Houston's Spring Branch district knows that it's a melting pot for the city's culinary scene. Join Underbelly's Chef Chris Shepherd and Chef Bryan Caswell of Reef as they guide guests on a diverse and well-edited selection of their favorite undiscovered hole-in-the-walls. From wallet-friendly taco trucks and authentic Thai food to Korean barbecue and Korean fried chicken, it's an eclectic mix of cuisines that are sure to please.

Sunday, August 18, 2013: Vegetarian
Robert del Grande, Anita Jaisinghani
On Sale July 1, 2013 at noon (Central time)

Going meatless in the Lone Star State isn't always easy, but Indika's chef Anita Jaisinghani and Chef Robert Del Grande of RDG + Bar Annie are teaming up to prove Texas can turn out vegetarian fare just as well as anyone. Hop on the bus as both James Beard-nominated chefs share their favorite meatless menus in the city and point out the traditional places that knock vegetarian offerings out of the park. From Indian dosas and a Vietnamese mainstay to traditional basen ladoo at a 100 percent vegetarian-owned biz, guests will delight in a diverse mix of animal-free delicacies.

Sunday, September 15, 2013: BBQ
Levi Goode, Robb Walsh
On Sale Aug. 1, 2013 at noon (Central time)

Goode Company president Levi Goode and Legends of Texas Barbecue cookbook author Robb Walsh team up to showcase the most interesting barbecue Houston has to offer. Get ready for an array of offerings from Tex-Mex barbacoa tacos to interior Mexican, cabrito al pastor and lamb barbacoa, to falling-off-the-bone ribs and dirty rice at a family-owned, Bayou City-staple.

Sunday, September 22, 2013
Houston Culinary Tours Volunteer Day at the Houston Food Bank  

If you haven't had an opportunity to ride along on one of the city's sold-out Houston Culinary Tours, now is your chance to get quality time in with the celebrity chefs that make the tours so successful. Join the chefs for an afternoon giving back to the community at the Houston Food Bank-the largest of its kind in Texas, distributing 53 million nutritious meals annually to nearly 500 hunger relief agencies. It's a unique opportunity to work the line alongside James Beard nominees and H-Town's top culinary talent, all the while helping carry on the Houston Food Bank's mission to fill pantries and fill lives. Free and open to the public. RSVP Required. 

Sunday, October 13, 2013: Brewery
Kevin Floyd, Rebecca Masson, Brock Wagner
On Sale Sept. 3, 2013 at noon (Central time)

Spend the day brewery hopping with Fluff Bake Bar's Rebecca Masson, Hay Merchant's Kevin Floyd and Brock Wagner, the founder of Saint Arnold-Texas' oldest craft brewery. From grain to glass, guests will get an inside glimpse at the beer-making process at four of Houston's most ground-breaking breweries. To round out the experience, a handful of the city's top food trucks will be on site to serve up savory street fare with a modern twist. Discover everything from a mobile pizza biz and Vietnamese vendor to a sassy sandwich maker and comfort food truck.

Sunday, October 27, 2013: Day of the Dead
David Cordua, Hugo Ortega
On sale Sept. 3, 2013 at noon (Central time)

Join restaurateur-chef Hugo Ortega--of Montrose's Hugo's--and Chef David Cordua of Americas for an afternoon filled with cuisine and culture. Stop by the Museum District where a local gallery celebrates art, music and the practices of Mexico during a series of Día de los Muertos events. Later, the group will dig into savory snapper a la plancha at a Mexican mainstay, take a guided tour of Airline Market and swing by a Heights bakery for pan de los muertos.

Saturday, November 9, 2013: Southern Comfort
Randy Evans, Rebecca Masson
On Sale Oct. 1, 2013 at noon (Central time)

Take a trip down memory lane and enjoy the best homestyle fare the city has to offer. Haven's Chef Randy Evans and Fluff Bake Bar's Rebecca Masson take guests on a tour of the comfort food restaurants that take them back to their childhood. From a momma-approved pie shop and a Cajun-inspired soul food joint to an old-fashioned fried chicken spot and an old-school barbecue classic, guests will be treated to all of the true flavors of the south.

Sunday, December 8, 2013: Chinatown
Ryan Pera, Justin Yu
On sale Nov. 1, 2013 at noon (Central time)

Grab a seat alongside Oxheart's Justin Yu and Ryan Pera of Revival Market as they share the secrets and standouts of both Houston's Chinatowns. Join them as they highlight delicious dim sum destinations and visit a couple of Vietnamese outposts known for their bahn cuon, bánh mì and spicy crawfish. Plus, learn the ins and outs of navigating one of the largest Asian markets in the city.