goodtaste for the Soul

If you love good food, do yourself a favor and get very—very—familiar with Houston’s dining scene. Every year, the Houston Chronicle releases its highly anticipated Top 100 Restaurants list, sparking lively conversation, friendly debate, and yes, a few strong opinions.

Today, we’re sitting down with Bao Ong, restaurant critic for the Houston Chronicle and the person who leads the team tasked with the very hard work of finding the best restaurants in the city. Texas is filled with incredible food destinations—San Antonio, Austin, Dallas, even Marfa—but Houston consistently sets the bar high and delivers.

We’ll talk about what it takes to make the list, which spots truly stand out, and how those coveted rankings are earned.  A road trip may be in your future.

So you’re thinking about fasting.
Before you panic—or start counting hours—take a breath. This isn’t about extremes or earning points. Annette Reeder is here to walk us through what fasting actually is, what it isn’t, and why stepping back from food can sometimes move us forward in clarity, purpose, and peace.
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New beginnings don’t always arrive neatly on January 1st. Sometimes they begin the moment we dare to believe God could use someone like us.
In this episode of Goodtaste for the Soul, Tanji Patton sits down with Ed Newton, pastor of one of the largest megachurches in Texas, CBC, and author of the powerful new book Why Not You. Ed’s story is anything but typical—not someone you’d expect to lead a mega church.

In Why Not You, Ed flips the script on insecurity, self-doubt, and the lies that keep so many of us stuck on the sidelines. This honest, hope-filled conversation explores calling, obedience, imposter syndrome, and what can happen when we stop disqualifying ourselves and start trusting God with the next step.

If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re truly called, qualified, or enough—this episode is for you.

I can’t think of anyone I’d rather have a conversation with about the night Jesus was born than Max Lucado.  The New York Times bestselling author and pastor has such a gentle, beautiful way of sharing his thoughts and insights.  In this very special episode of Goodtaste for the Soul, Max Lucado reflects on the night God came near, stepping into our world to dwell with us. He describes the birth of a King in a dusty, humble stable, born to ordinary parents, reminding us that God often chooses simplicity—and unexpected people—to reveal His greatest gifts. I pray hearing Max Lucado’s gentle spirit share the story of Jesus will touch your heart as much as it did mine. Merry Christmas.

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During this Christmas season, when so many people are searching for meaning, hope, or answers for themselves or someone they love, a book written by a former atheist may seem like an unlikely source of comfort.

Best-selling author Lee Strobel’s own search for truth transformed his life and saved his marriage — and he’s helped countless others begin their own journeys. That search led to The Case for Christ, a book that has sold millions of copies worldwide, in which Strobel used his investigative journalism skills to tackle the biggest question of all: Who is Jesus — was He really the Son of God?

I had heard about his book for years and never bothered to read it, because I felt like, as a Christian, I didn’t need to.  I was wrong.  It’s a fascinating read.

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