Dave's Hot Chicken is expanding, opening a new outlet in Pembroke Pines and contributing to its over 200 locations, with a roster of celebrity investors supporting its growth.

Chef Devan Cunningham, co-owner of CC's on Central in Phoenix, competed on Food Network's "Ciao House." Though briefly eliminated, he brought culinary innovation and personality to the show, boosting his restaurant's popularity.

Motoring Coffee, a new cafe in San Francisco, combines a coffee shop with a classic car display, offering espresso drinks, pastries, and a place for car enthusiasts to gather.

Phoenix collaborates with Kitchen on the Street and Knead Technologies in a pilot program to combat food waste and increase food security. The initiative involves collecting surplus food for the needy and turning compostable waste into compost.

Krispy Kreme offers $1 doughnuts for a day, with no purchase limit, celebrates Olympics with themed treats, and offers a "Passport to Paris Collection" with French-inspired flavors.

Vietshack in Tempe, Arizona, owned by Thuong Huynh and Ngan Vo, gains popularity for its authentic Vietnamese cuisine, focusing on a few traditional and fusion dishes instead of a large menu.

Ichika Sushi is a new sushi counter in Honolulu offering a traditional omakase menu by Chef Ken Kawakami, priced at $150. Opening August 1, 2024, it will host seven diners per seating, with a soft opening at a reduced price available on Instagram.

National Chicken Wing Day sees food establishments like Popeyes, Wingstop, and others offering deals on wings, with various discounts and contests to celebrate the occasion.

Olhso, a Korean BBQ and Seafood automated food truck in Foster City, uses an 'auto-wok' and operates with minimal staff, aiming for profit over quantity.

ABC15 spotlights food deals in Arizona, including free wings and discounts on desserts, coinciding with national food holidays. Additionally, Wingaddicts promotes dessert chicken wings, marking a trend in innovative culinary offerings.

San Antonio celebrates the end of summer with events like LobsterFest, a reggae festival, free garden admission, and cultural activities, despite potential rain.

The iconic Picasso restaurant at Bellagio will close on August 16, while Prime Steakhouse temporarily relocates there during renovations starting September 3.

Chef Geronimo Lopez has announced the closure of Botika at San Antonio's Pearl, citing personal reasons. The Peruvian-Japanese fusion restaurant will shut its doors on August 4 after opening in 2016.