The CultureMap Tastemaker Awards return to celebrate Houston’s top restaurant and bar talent for 2025. Our mission is to shine a spotlight on the people and places that make Houston a world-class culinary destination.

Join us April 3 at Silver Street Studios for our signature tasting event and awards ceremony. We’ll celebrate all of the nominees and unveil this year’s winners, and you’ll enjoy an evening full of chef-prepared bites and specialty drinks.

Get to know the nominees in our upcoming editorial series, and then join us April 3 as we toast the Tastemakers.

This is a sell-out event. Pre-Sale and Early Bird tickets are available in limited quantities for a limited time. Get yours now before they're gone!

General Admission Tickets include bites by nominated restaurants and complimentary premium beverages.

• Early Bird: $70
• Regular Price: $85

VIP Admission Tickets include early admission (6 pm) for first access to bites by nominated restaurants, valet parking, and a dedicated VIP bar.

• Early Bird: $110
• Regular Price: $135

Participating Restaurants: Delicious details coming soon

Beneficiary: Southern Smoke Foundation

Sponsors:

The Tastemaker Awards program is brought to you by Stella Artois, Topo Chico Sparkling Mineral Water, PicMe Events and more to be announced.

To learn more about the CultureMap Tastemaker Awards in Austin, Dallas, Fort Worth, and San Antonio, visit culturemaptastemakers.com.

For information on sponsorship opportunities, email sales@culturemap.com.

Questions: Email events@culturemap.com