business
The best tacos in Texas arrive in Houston this weekend + Texas Monthly Taco Editor‘s spicy gig getting paid to eat tacos
Summary by The Houston Editorial Desk · Based on reporting from Click2Houston General
· July 24, 2026
· 2 min read
If there’s anyone who knows where to find the best tacos in Texas, it’s José Ralat. As Texas Monthly’s Taco Editor, Ralat has spent years traveling the Lone Star State, tasting thousands of tacos and sharing the stories behind the restaurants, families, and traditions that make Texas one of the...
Story provenance No corrections
Summary created by The Houston Editorial Desk — automated, rule-governed Original reporting Click2Houston General Original story Read at the source Source published Jul 24, 2026 Indexed here Jul 24, 2026 AI assistance Automated summary drawn from the source’s own published text Prepublication human review No — editorial rules, flagged-item review, and published samples
Every story comes with a passport. How we work · Corrections log · Publisher’s note
Key takeaway He even helped create the unique role after pitching the idea to the magazine for several years before officially becoming Taco Editor in 2019.
Why this matters in The Houston
Houston's own Huncho's Tacos earning a spot on Texas Monthly's 25 Best New list is a testament to the city's thriving food scene. As the festival comes to Discovery Green, locals will have the chance to experience the best of Texas' taco culture, with several Houston restaurants featured. The recognition of Huncho's Tacos, with its commitment to authentic Mexican flavors and premium ingredients, highlights the diversity of culinary options available in the city. The festival's celebration of Mexican culture, music, and art will also resonate with Houston's large and vibrant Hispanic community. With the city's history of embracing diverse culinary traditions, it's no surprise that Huncho's Tacos has built a loyal following, and its participation in Taco Fest South will likely introduce its unique flavors to an even wider audience. The event will be a great opportunity for Houstonians to explore the rich taco heritage of their state, right in their own backyard.
About this story
Original reporting by Click2Houston General . The Houston surfaces reporting from trusted publishers and adds local editorial context so readers can quickly understand what a story means for their community. We attribute every source, link to the original report, and follow a documented editorial standards policy. To understand how stories are selected and reviewed, read our about page .
For the complete original report, visit Click2Houston General . Have a tip or correction? Contact our newsroom .
Category: business ·
Published: July 24, 2026 ·
Source: Click2Houston General ·
Reading time: 2 min
Frequently asked about this story
What is this story about? If there’s anyone who knows where to find the best tacos in Texas, it’s José Ralat. As Texas Monthly’s Taco Editor, Ralat has spent years traveling the Lone Star State, tasting thousands of tacos and sharing the stories behind the restaurants, families, and traditions that make Texas one of the...
When was this published? This article was first published on July 24, 2026 by Click2Houston General and curated for The Houston readers.
Who reported this story? This story was reported by Click2Houston General. To learn more about how The Houston selects and reviews stories, see our editorial standards .
Where can I find related coverage? See more business coverage from The Houston, or browse our daily briefing and topic hubs .
← Back to all news
More business →
Today’s briefing
Subscribe to newsletter