On today's podcast Eric is joined by Michael Fulmer. The pair dive into some of the latest happenings from the Houston restaurant and bar scene including the opening of Dallas-based Tex-Mex staple Mi Cocina in the River Oaks area and the beloved El Bolillo Bakery opening up their 4th location in the Mission Bend neighborhood. In a packed Restaurants of the Week section; Rumi's Kitchen, Comalito, and Burnt Bean Company are all featured.

Follow Eric on Instagram/Threads @ericsandler. You can also reach Eric by emailing him at eric@culturemap.com. Check out some of his latest articles at Culturemap.com:* Iconic Texas beer Shiner Bock pops open first-ever non-alcoholic brew * Why this Midtown eatery + sports bar is the perfect place to wait out weekday traffic * Promising, Star-Staffed River Oaks Upscale Mediterranean Restaurant Shutters - with Plans to Reopen * Pass & Provisions Star Chef Reunites with Local Foods Owner to Helm Culinary Operations * Rising Star Chef Takes His Talents to Hotly Anticipated New River Oaks Restaurant