Today on the podcast Eric is joined by CultureMap contributor Brianna McClane. Brianna and Eric dive into some of the latest news from the Houston bar and restaurant scene including; Cochinita & Co. getting ready to open a 2nd location and the relaunch of Fancy's under new ownership. In the Restaurants of the Week portion, Lee's is featured.

Got a question for Eric? Email him at eric@culturemap.com. Follow Eric on Instagram @ericsandler and check out some of Eric's latest articles online at Culturemap.com:

• Beard-Recognized Houston Chef Fires Up Second Taqueria in Lindale Park
• 4 Houston Spots Make Texas Monthly's Best New Restaurants of 2026 List
• Houston Restaurateur Dishes on Swapping Tex-Mex for New Retro Steakhouse
• Favorite Houston Burger Joint Fires Up Memorial Opening Date
• Houston Restaurant Known for Meatloaf and Bourbon Sets River Oaks Opening Date