An Italian "ice cream cone" made of bread and filled with meatballs gains popularity at G&R Deli in the Bronx, leading to customer lines and requests for shipping.

Fogo De Chão opened its second Orlando location in Vineland Pointe mall, offering Brazilian steakhouse cuisine and donating 10% of its opening week's proceeds to a local food bank.

Arlington's Entertainment District offers holiday dining experiences at Live by Loews and Loews Arlington Hotel, featuring prime beef dishes, Italian cuisine, and festive specials with complimentary valet parking.

Chef Michelle Bernstein reopens her Spanish restaurant Sra. Martinez in Coral Gables with a larger space and updated menu, blending nostalgia with new culinary offerings.

Chef José Andrés is transforming his Hudson Yards restaurants, replacing Spanish Diner with Oyamel and converting Leña into a Basque steakhouse, Txula, by spring 2025.

The Hard Rock Cafe in Pittsburgh's Station Square will close on February 13, 2025, due to the lease expiring, marking the end of its over 20-year presence in the area.

Absolute Bagels, a staple on the Upper West Side since 1992, abruptly closed after failing a health inspection due to serious violations. Locals are shocked, and there's speculation about the future of the space.

Redbeard's Sports Bar & Grill in Mount Washington is closing after 30 years. The owner chose not to renew the lease but a second location in downtown Pittsburgh remains open.

The EasyPay program in Cuyahoga County refunded over $240,000 in interest to taxpayers who prepaid their taxes, simplifying payments and providing financial benefits.

Holsteins Shakes & Buns is relocating from The Cosmopolitan to Downtown Las Vegas' Arts District, planning to reopen in a 2,800-square-foot space next spring.

Pittsburgh's oldest gay bar, Brewer's Bar, is closing after 45 years. The owners thanked patrons and announced plans for a final New Year's celebration. The new owners aim to maintain its inclusive legacy with upcoming renovations.

Brooklyn's L&B Spumoni Gardens has opened its Dumbo location on Old Fulton Street after a five-year delay due to regulatory issues and the COVID-19 pandemic.

Rockefeller Center's dining scene is revitalized with new eateries aimed at making Midtown a foodie destination, despite criticism of the underground concourse's ambiance.