San Diego's Communion, a new rooftop restaurant, is opening in Mission Hills with a global menu and cocktails, offering spectacular views and a "restaurant in the clouds" experience.

Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken opens a new location in Clinton Township, MI, offering early perks at the grand opening and promising fresh, made-to-order chicken in a modernized setting.

The 7th Annual Austin Mac & Grilled Cheese Festival featured over 20 local vendors at Star Hill Ranch, offering unique takes on comfort foods and beverages to attendees.

Hani’s Bakery and Café has opened in the East Village, offering American desserts with international influences, created by Miro and Shilpa Uskokovic.

The Pittsburgh Pierogi Festival is set to return on May 17, 2025, featuring over 100 pierogi dishes, a marketplace, free activities, and live music to celebrate its 10th anniversary. Tickets are on sale early.

Phoenix restaurants provide a variety of Thanksgiving meals for takeout or dine-in, with options from traditional to unconventional, accommodating different dietary preferences and sizes of gatherings.

Seven Arizona BBQ spots, including Eric's Family Barbecue, featured on Yelp's top 100 list, showcasing the state's smoking prowess and culinary acclaim in the BBQ scene.

Chick-fil-A reintroduces its seasonal peppermint drinks and launches new holiday-themed merchandise, including an animated series in their festive rollout.

The Michigan State Police and Kroger are distributing 200 Thanksgiving dinners to families in Michigan, with over 1,800 meals given out in their years of partnership.

The Ramsey Fire Department shares safety tips for deep frying turkeys, cautioning about hot oil injuries, fire hazards, and the dangers of cooking with propane fryers outside, especially in poor weather.

Border X Brewing in Barrio Logan may close by end-2024 due to financial struggles exacerbated by the pandemic, with owner David Favela calling for community support to save the cultural hotspot.

Atlanta pastry chef Sharrod Mangum is recovering from a stroke and associated health issues. His GoFundMe campaign aids in his rehabilitation and return to baking.

Nico’s Fish Market opens in Pacific Beach, San Diego, offering fresh seafood as both a restaurant and retail market, led by local fisherman Nico Gibbons.