Mum Foods Smokehouse in Austin makes USA Today's 2024 'Restaurants of the Year' list; it's recognized for its pastrami and traditional North-Central Texas barbecue.

Governor Abbott appoints Koch, Volleman, Votava, and Locke to the Texas Food System Security and Resiliency Planning Council to strengthen the state's food security.

Sunny's Backyard vegan food truck has closed due to financial issues, with the co-owner citing losses. The associated bar will now host pop-ups, including meat options, to attract more customers.

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department announced that two oyster harvest areas in Aransas Bay will reopen, following TPWD's confirmation of sufficient legal-sized oysters.

Chefs Amanda Turner, Kévin D’Andrea, and Michelle Wallace from Austin join 'Top Chef' season 21, offering culinary talents in a competition with new cash prizes and a $250k grand finale.

Austin's on-premise alcohol sales have surpassed $1 billion for the second year, with White Lodging Services Corp leading hotel sales and the Moody Center making a significant impact.

Stream Realty plans to revitalize Austin's "Dirty Sixth" with new restaurants and improvements starting in April, aiming to enhance the district's image and safety with increased daytime business.

Oyster harvesting has been approved by TPWD in part of Matagorda Bay, TX, starting February 7th, with sustainability measures ensuring legal-sized oysters are collected.

New bars are opening in Austin, including Dainty Dillo by the Armadillo Den team in February, and Chalmers, a Texas ice house, in March, diversifying the city's bar scene.

The Central Texas Food Bank launched a food pantry at Creedmoor Elementary to help combat food insecurity in the Del Valle Independent School District.

Chipotle highlights its most romantic locations for Valentine's Day, including themed venues and a historic Austin site, and offers special themed gift cards.

JNL Barbecue closes its East Austin location to return to its food truck origins, while Austin's dining scene welcomes new eateries and celebrates anniversaries and events.

The Central Texas Food Bank opens a school pantry at Creedmoor Elementary to address food insecurity in the region, offering a variety of food options, including special diets.