09/24/2025
Huge congratulations to the 2025 Houston Rising Stars — a stacked lineup of chefs, restaurateurs, bakers, and bartenders who are shaping the future of food in this city. We’re proud to support so many friends and customers of this year’s honorees:
• and () – Chefs
• Lucas McKinney (Josephine’s) – Chef
• and (basohtx) – Chefs
• and (, The Toasted Coconut, Nonno’s Family Pizza Tavern, The Road to Nowhere) – Restaurateurs
• (Tatemo_htx) – Community
• () – Concept
• ( Hospitality Group) – Pastry Chef
• Micaela Victoria (formerly of Goodnight Hospitality) – Pastry Chef
• () – Pitmaster
• Justin Yu () – Mentor
You can help celebrate their talent and accomplishments by visiting their restaurants, bars, and bakeries for the Restaurant Week from October 1-15! Drop a comment and show them some well-deserved love. 👏