Austin restaurants, including L'oca d'Oro and Aba, offer Passover meals with traditional and unique twists, with dine-in and takeout options available.

Barbs-B-Q in Lockhart, Texas, is nominated for the James Beard Foundation’s 2024 Best New Restaurant award, highlighting the town's culinary evolution.

Nixta Taqueria in Austin reopens after a costly renovation, funded by community support through a GoFundMe campaign. The eatery is also hosting a new Persian-inspired brunch pop-up, Friendlys.

Austin chef Tracy Malechek-Ezekiel is a finalist for Best Chef: Texas at the James Beard Awards. Her eatery, Birdie’s, is recognized after being named the No. 4 best U.S. restaurant by Food & Wine.

Veracruz All Natural and Dee Dee are collaborating to open Leona Botanical Café and Bar in Sunset Valley, Texas, combining Mexican and Thai cuisine in a garden setting for a 2025 launch.

Beyoncé's album "Cowboy Carter" features a tribute to Uchi restaurant, highlighting its desserts, and indicating her appreciation for the Texas-based eatery.

Austin's food scene will soon feature Casa Bianca and Bambino, two Italian-inspired eateries with unique dining experiences and community-focused initiatives.

The ABC Kite Fest returns for its 96th year at Zilker Park with kite contests, music, and food. It's a family-friendly event with special VIP options and pet activities available.

Activists claim Whole Foods Market sells coconut milk produced with monkey labor, which the retailer denies, citing ethical sourcing assurances for its products.

A new Italian restaurant, Casa Bianca, and rooftop bar, Bar Alcina, are opening on April 12 at the former EastSide Tavern location in East Austin, offering a menu blending American and Italian cuisines.

Interstellar BBQ's GM Holden Fulco is launching Parish Barbecue pop-up in Austin, offering a blend of Texas and Louisiana flavors, including a brisket debris po' boy.

Parkside, a beloved Austin restaurant, reopens after renovations featuring new designs and menu items, with its team ready for 15 more years of service.

Council Member José Velásquez proposes reforms for New York's food truck permitting process to eliminate the need for vendors to move their trucks annually for inspection.