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Full Show: How Politicians Use Scripture, And Houston’s Best Hot Dogs (July 3, 2018)

Posted on · On Tuesday's Houston Matters: We learn about a court ruling affecting certain asylum seekers. We examine how politicians use scripture to their benefit. Food writers discuss their favorite hot dog and hamburger joints. And we preview the Houston Symphony's annual Star-Spangled Salute concerts.

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The Full Menu: The Best Houston Hot Dogs, Ice Cream and Snow Cones

Posted on · As promised when we discussed hot dogs last month, our gaggle of food writers deliver an edition of The Full Menu focused entirely on hot dogs…well, almost. With temperatures hitting the triple digits, we also asked them to include their favorite spots for ice cream and snow cones. Today's conversation features: Katharine Shilcutt of Houstonia […]

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In Honor of Hot Dog Month — The History of Hot Dogs in Houston

Posted on · July is National Hot Dog Month! So we tasked Houston Matters producer Edel Howlin with learning more about how this beloved summertime food is celebrated in Greater Houston. We learn about the first major hot dog vendors in Houston – James and Tom Papadakis, the founders of James Coney Island. Find out why it was […]