Goodyear welcomes its first wine bar, Bacchus Wine Bar, in downtown GSQ, pioneered by local entrepreneur Jack Vozar. The "Growing Goodyear" podcast discusses the new venture and the city's strategic business attraction efforts.

Augustine Wine Bar in Sherman Oaks has started rebuilding 10 months after being ravaged by fire, with plans and permits for reconstruction now approved.

TikTok influencer Keith Lee changes course on his Atlanta "Redemption Tour," opting to give away food from a truck to locals. The giveaway occurs following rescheduling due to undisclosed business reasons.

Six Bay Area / NorCal semifinalists, including Chez Noir, are 2024 James Beard Award finalists; San Francisco's Kiln is not advancing. Categories like Best Chef and Outstanding Bar feature local talents. Mai Nguyen is noted for agricultural advocacy work.

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.