Petit Crenn in San Francisco is temporarily reopening mid-May until September following its pandemic closure, offering diners a final chance to enjoy its Breton-inspired cuisine before its lease ends.

A new culinary venture, "Under-Study", is set to open in Napa Valley's former Dean & DeLuca location by the Michelin-starred PRESS team, offering gourmet foods, wine classes, and other delicacies next summer.

San Francisco Mayor London Breed declared April 8 as "Souvla Day" to celebrate the Greek restaurant’s 10th anniversary, amid her challenging re-election campaign.

IKEA unveils Saluhall, a new 23,000-square-foot food hall with 450 seats in San Francisco, offering a mix of bars and eateries, a cooking school, and community events.

The Monk's Kettle is relocating from San Francisco to Oakland, taking over the old Citron space in Rockridge, with plans to open by fall. The gastropub will host farewell events before closing its current location in early summer.

Napa Valley is hosting its first Cookbook Fest from June 21 to 23, featuring a lineup of top chefs like Tyler Florence for a culinary event with meals, talks, and signings.

Lion Dance Cafe, a popular Singaporean vegan restaurant in Oakland, is closing on April 27, citing the desire to be closer to family rather than financial issues.

Six Bay Area / NorCal semifinalists, including Chez Noir, are 2024 James Beard Award finalists; San Francisco's Kiln is not advancing. Categories like Best Chef and Outstanding Bar feature local talents. Mai Nguyen is noted for agricultural advocacy work.

The Blind Pig speakeasy has reopened in Polk Street, featuring a password-entry system and a unique cocktail menu with Asian flavors, as reported by Eater San Francisco.

AsiaSF, a renowned trans cabaret show in San Francisco, has extended its closure date to April 28 instead of March 31 after public support. Celebrating its 26th anniversary on April 17, the venue will continue with pop-up events post-closure.

Mazra, a Mediterranean restaurant, gears up to open a new branch in Redwood City, boasting a large grill and space for 130 guests. The Makableh brothers are behind the popular spot, originally from a San Bruno market.

New owner Serhat Zorlu tells Hoodline that the sustainable seafood restaurant reopens Wednesday — just in time for the relaunch of the weekly Castro Farmer's Market.

Fare Play, a queer-owned pop-up in San Francisco, offers farm-to-table dishes curated by Chef Brenden Blaine Darby, with a playful and seasonal menu that's community-centric.