Veracruz All Natural and Dee Dee are collaborating to open Leona Botanical Café and Bar in Sunset Valley, Texas, combining Mexican and Thai cuisine in a garden setting for a 2025 launch.

Beyoncé's album "Cowboy Carter" features a tribute to Uchi restaurant, highlighting its desserts, and indicating her appreciation for the Texas-based eatery.

Gindaco, a renowned Japanese takoyaki chain, is opening a new outlet on Sawtelle Blvd in Los Angeles, adding to the city's food scene under CEO Naohisa Nakada.

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.

A report reveals that 71% of food wasted at home in Oregon is edible, and tackling this can save families $1,600 annually, prompting a wider call for mindful consumption and waste reduction.

Whataburger releases the "Bacon Steakhouse Double" burger and announces the extension of WhataWings availability through 2024, alongside the return of the Dr. Pepper Shake.

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.

Dallas-based restaurant Haywire is set to open a large, Texas-themed location in Houston's Memorial City on May 20, offering a menu with items like elk tacos and a 33-ounce tomahawk ribeye.

Zaxby's opens a new location in San Antonio, offering dine-in and drive-thru service, along with introducing a limited-time Southern Fried Shrimp option.

Ziggy Bombs, known for its steak and cheese subs, has opened a new location in Brookline, offering a menu that includes smash burgers and crispy chicken sandwiches. The eatery promises to use the finest ingredients for quality comfort food.

Boichik Bagels, an East Coast-inspired bagelry, is expanding to Los Angeles, aiming to establish its presence with a new location in the Los Feliz neighborhood.

Hawkers Asian Street Food has reopened on the Atlanta BeltLine after a fire-induced hiatus, offering its diverse Asian fusion cuisine to the local community once again.