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On a recent trip to Texas, Reef wasn't the only provocative meal that I had. I also ate an unorthodox lunch at Feast, a restaurant that was opened by three British ex-pats, James Silk, Meagan Silk, and Richard Knight, in Houston last year. The eatery, which has earned accolades from the New York Times as well as a James Beard Best New Restaurant nomination, focuses on adventurous and gourmet Read more

I've got roots in Houston, TX, home of some of the world's best steak and Tex-Mex. But on a recent return to Bayou City, I was eager to check out some dramatically different local fare that's garnered a lot of national attention. That would be the refined Gulf Coast seafood served at Reef, the brainchild of 2009 Food & Wine Best New Chef Bryan Caswell. Although I was expected to be impressed Read more

American Idol finalists Jessica Sanchez and Phillip Phillips went out on a high note last night, with each hopeful singing their heart out for the judges, studio audience, and fans watching at home. Each contestant performed three songs, one chosen by the show's producer, Simon Fuller; one of their choice; and an original single they'll release should they win. Jessica kicked things off by Read more

The 2012 Billboard Music Awards brought plenty of famous faces to the MGM Grand in Las Vegas Sunday. LMFAO, who won six awards, opened the show before hosts Julie Bowen and Ty Burrell took the stage. A variety of artists including The Wanted and Kelly Clarkson, introduced by Robin Thicke, had their turn in the spotlight. Carrie Underwood, who brought husband Mike Fisher, performed "Blown Away" in Read more

George Clooney was in Houston last night for an onstage interview with socialite Lynn Wyatt as part of the Brilliant Lecture Series. His chat came three days ahead of his big 51st birthday on Sunday. To celebrate, we're looking back at 100 sexy George Clooney moments! Yesterday's event was called "Hollywood Humanitarianism: To Whom Much Is Given, Much Is Expected," and was held at the Wortham Read more

Stars and their kids had fun this week! Gwyneth Paltrow was out and about with Moses and Apple in London, and Brad Pitt spent quality time with his son Knox during a visit to Legoland not far away. George Clooney ventured to Houston ahead of his 51st birthday tomorrow, as Kristen Stewart made an appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live. That's not all that went down — check out what the other stars were Read more

Glee has already paid homage to the likes of Madonna and Britney, but this week the show is taking on one of the most famous singers of our time: Whitney Houston. Undoubtedly inspired by Houston's recent passing, the New Directions will pay tribute to the songbird by belting out favorites like "Dance With Somebody" and "My Love Is Your Love." Of course, they'll also re-create some of Whitney's Read more

Whitney Houston died on Saturday at just 48 years old. The singer's nearly 30-year career was marked with hundreds of musical hits and awards including two Emmys, six Grammys, and over 20 American Music Awards. Look back at Whitney's life with friends like Mariah Carey and Clive Davis, her amazing stage moments, and her daughter, Bobbi Kristina. Read more

We grew up listening to Whitney Houston, so we were devastated like most to hear of her passing. With a gospel-singer mother, Dionne Warwick as an cousin, and Aretha Franklin as a godmother, Whitney herself grew up surrounded by talented women. To celebrate her life, let's look back on the good times she shared with some of them over the years. Read more