Dear Dry Drinkery opens in East Austin, offering a range of non-alcoholic drinks and aiming to create a community hub for those interested in sober gatherings and mixology classes.

Research notes Mexican cuisine as the top-reviewed in Austin, with The Domain offering diverse dining options like artisanal pizzas, hand-pulled noodles, and fine dining experiences including steakhouses and Italian fare.

Austin bakeries, including Mi Tradicion Panadería, prepare for the demand for Rosca de Reyes cakes for Día de Los Reyes, with local bakers ensuring ample supply for the community.

St. Elmo Brewing Co. is set to open a second location in Northeast Austin by spring 2024, featuring classic and new beers, Spicy Boys Fried Chicken, and Spokesman Coffee.

A customer named Robert gave a $10,000 tip at El Nuevo Mexico restaurant in Bastrop, Texas, to cover all diners' bills and later left another $10,000 for a server whose son battles cancer.

Austin celebrates Día de Los Reyes, with traditional Rosca de Reyes cakes baked by local businesses. The holiday includes cultural customs such as hiding a figurine in the cake for luck and future hosting duties.

Wee’s Cozy Kitchen, a popular Malaysian restaurant in Austin, closed but is planning to relocate. Its anticipated return has excited fans of its renowned dishes like beef rendang.

Whataburger introduces Whatawings, a limited-time menu item featuring boneless chicken bites with a variety of sauces, and brings back the Dr. Pepper Shake.

The iconic Chili Dog Stand in San Marcos, known for classic American fare, closed after 70+ years in business, leaving a legacy of community and comfort food behind.

Austin Public Health's Neighborhood Centers have nearly tripled their assistance to residents, addressing a surge in food insecurity by providing support with food, rent, and utilities.

Five Austin eateries are listed in Yelp's top 100 dog-friendly restaurants, with Loro highest at #23, but none in the top tier. San Antonio's Elsewhere Garden Bar & Kitchen is the highest-ranked in Texas at #9.

Former Tesla engineer and his twin launch Kurty's Cookies in Austin, offering monthly cookie delivery service. Meanwhile, Tiff's Treats expands to nationwide shipping of their cookies.

The article discusses the issue of food insecurity in Del Valle, Austin, highlighting the lack of accessible grocery options and efforts by local groups to address the problem.