Diamond Head Market & Grill has teamed with chef Jason Peel for a breakfast refresh, adding pork hash, "sneaky" fried rice, new pancakes and a Thanksgiving plate. Locals may start lining up earlier.

A peach‑colored truck in Kīhei is serving New Zealand‑style made‑to‑order soft‑serve blended with fresh fruit and seasonal local flavors. Owners say the idea came after a trip to New Zealand.

Travis Swikard’s Fleurette brings Riviera‑inspired, vegetable‑forward cooking to UTC La Jolla with reservations open and a planned Dec. 10 opening. Expect sunlit dining and private‑event options.

William Chris Vineyards jumped to No. 31 on The World’s 50 Best Vineyards list — the first Texas winery to crack the top 50. The Hill Country estate’s tasting programs and sustainable approach helped earn the global nod.

Colorado’s Rush Bowls has leased space on Culebra Road and plans a San Antonio debut, bringing colorful açaí bowls, smoothies and even a pup treat to the Far West Side.

Smoke Daddy's Division Street location will close on January 4, 2026 after 31 years. Owners plan promotions, a closing-day tailgate and to repurpose the space into a new restaurant.

Travis Scott and Michael Jordan have teamed on Cincoro Jack Añejo — a limited 750ml bottle aged 26+ months and priced at $149.99. Pre-orders are live now.

Bissap Baobab, a cultural hub in the Mission District offering live music and West African food, is closing on December 28th, but plans to find a new location.

A 12-seat kappo counter from Omakase Restaurant Group is coming to Stanford Shopping Center, offering a nine-course Japanese–Californian tasting menu.

Moʻiliʻili’s Little Corner Cafe — an outpost of Honolulu Kitchen — is selling deep‑fried mini manapua, from char siu to ube cream‑cheese, alongside dim sum and smoothies.

Texas bakery Starship Bagel won the best bagel title at New York's BagelFest for the second year in a row, beating competitors from various states and countries.

Koriente, the East 7th Street Asian spot in Austin, has closed after 21 years. Loyal customers and local commentators blame rising downtown rents and higher NNN fees.

Berwick's Bird of Paradise in the Heights landed on PUNCH’s five best new bars list for 2025. The Robin Berwick‑helmed spot is known for coconut-forward cocktails and casual shareable plates.