Huarachis Taqueria, owned by Chef Rene Andrade, provides a casual dining experience with a variety of Sonoran flavors and cocktails in downtown Phoenix.

Smokey Bear, the wildfire prevention mascot, will attend the Maple Grove Arbor Day event with photo ops and educational activities alongside wildlife experts.

Topgolf is opening a new location in Montebello, Southern California, offering an upscale golfing experience with climate-controlled hitting bays, a sports bar, and a rooftop terrace.

Valley residents can enjoy a variety of savings this week, with Cinco de Mayo and Tax Day specials on food and drinks, family deals on dining and pet services, as well as travel and leisure discounts.

The Texas High School BBQ Association is set to host its state barbecue championships in Burnet with a call for judges, while local spot Warehouse BBQ and Meetery, known for its distinctive live oak smoked meats, thrives since opening in 2020.

Cafe de Casa, a Brazilian eatery, has opened a new, larger location at Fisherman's Wharf in San Francisco, offering an extensive menu with gluten-free options.

H-E-B recalls "Creamy Creations" ice cream due to potential metal contamination, advising consumers not to eat the product and return it for a refund.

Sogno Toscano is opening a market and cafe at The Grove in L.A., offering Italian food and an authentic market experience, after successfully running other locations and distribution centers.

Austin Eastciders launched Rico Tepache, a cider with 6.8% ABV combining pineapple, piloncillo, and cinnamon, inspired by Mexican tepache, presented in creatively designed cans.

The Plymouth Restaurant in Chicago is rebranding as Pancho's Cantina, offering Mexican cuisine. Meanwhile, Little Bangkok in Plymouth, MI, is closing after 23 years, with hints of a new Thai fusion restaurant to come.

San Francisco's Japantown welcomes Hed 11, offering a high-end, authentic Thai dining experience with an 11-course tasting menu priced at $169, created by restaurateur Billie Wannajaro and Michelin-starred chef Piriya “Saint” Boonprasan.

Valentina's Tex Mex BBQ will temporarily close for a change in management and ownership, while founders Miguel and Modesty Vidal assure they will stay on post-transition.

Houston's food scene grows with new Japanese restaurant Molihua and unique eateries like Maximo and Ema, alongside Bar Bludorn's tavern fare and Curry Pizza Company's Indian-flavored pizzas.