Lobos Hospitality launches new eateries in Austin, while the city's retail scene flourishes with venues like H-E-B and Pins Mechanical Co. set to open by 2024.

Swedish Hill Bakery in Central Texas has closed its original West Sixth Street location, with plans to reopen a new concept called "Little Swedish Hill" nearby, featuring takeaway options and limited seating.

The Central Texas Food Bank is preparing for an expected cold snap, ensuring food and resources are ready to support the community, with the KVUE and KXAN reporting on their efforts.

Li'l Nonna's, an Austin-based vegan pizza truck, is seeking a new location after its host bar closed. The truck, known for plant-based pizzas, maintains operations and has a sister restaurant, Big Nonna's, offering an extended vegan menu.

K Pot Korean BBQ & Hot Pot plans to open new locations in Austin and Kansas City, offering an interactive dining experience with all-you-can-eat grilled meats and vegetables, and flavorful hot pots.

The 2023 Austin Potato Expo features a record-breaking trade show, industry discussions, including sessions on social media and AI in food sorting, and networking events.

Austin's New Fortune Chinese restaurant, previously shut down due to the pandemic, is set to reopen as New Fortune 2 at a new location, offering traditional Cantonese dim sum.

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.