Keith Weaver, an ex-Sony exec, is developing Shelbyville, Tennessee, with plans for a hotel, festival, and $100 million investment, while celebrating Humble Baron's first year—a bar with a 525-foot counter offering upscale dining and live music.

Chesapeake's in Gatlinburg, TN, earned a spot on Yelp's "Top 100 Seafood Spots" for 2024, ranking 77th despite the state's landlocked location.

Blake's Hard Cider and Gypsy Spirits launch Triple Jam Vodka, a 30% ABV spirit celebrating Michigan's berry bounty, following their previous Apple Pie Vodka success.

Starbird Chicken is opening its new location in Marina del Rey, offering the first 500 customers free meals and a chance to win a year of free dining.

Chef Roy Choi opens a new taco stand, Tacos Por Vida, in Los Angeles, offering a casual dining experience with handmade tortillas and flavorful meats.

JewBoy Burgers owner, Mo Pittle, is set to open JewBoy Cantina in West Campus's Hole in the Wall, offering Mexican-American fusion cuisine, while closing JewBoy Sliders in Fareground due to staffing issues.

Pi Day on March 14 is celebrated with pie deals and specials, recognizing the mathematical constant pi. Knoxville and nationwide offerings include both sweet and savory pies, with local and online maps guiding enthusiasts.

7 Adams, a San Francisco Bay Area restaurant, has been newly recognized by the Michelin Guide, offering a relatively affordable five-course menu curated by the Fisher duo.

pFriem Family Brewers is expanding from Hood River to the Portland area by opening a new location in the historic Milwaukie City Hall, aiming to create a community space.

Several San Antonio hotels have been ranked highly on the U.S. News & World Report's 2024 'Best Hotels' list, with Hotel Emma leading at 13th nationally and top in Texas.

Chef Thai Changthong is set to open a new P Thai's Khao Man Gai restaurant in Austin, offering Thai-Chinese cuisine following the closure of his previous location.

Bluestone Lane has opened a new café in The Woodlands, Texas, marking its fourth Houston-area location with offerings like an all-day "brekkie" and a focus on community and health-conscious dining.

The Plate, a popular restaurant in Milton, MA, is closing after 12 years, leaving the community to bid farewell to a beloved local dining spot known for its quality, locally-sourced dishes.