Houston celebrates Cinco de Mayo with a block party featuring music, food, and cultural events, highlighting Mexican resilience from the Battle of Puebla.

Restaurants and brands offer special deals for Cinco de Mayo, with discounts on food, drinks, and entertainment, extending to Mother's Day and Teacher Appreciation Week.

Chef José Andrés opens Oyamel in Hudson Yards, NYC, offering Mexican cuisine with dishes like tacos and lamb barbacoa in an environment inspired by Mexican street fairs.

San Diego's Balboa Park will see its former Village Grill site revitalized by local restaurateurs Jeff Motch and Clea Hantman, aiming to create a fast-casual dining spot.

Bacchus Management Group opens Augustine, a new restaurant in San Jose's Santana Row, featuring a menu with French and Italian influences and a Mediterranean-focused wine program.

The Meadowview Certified Farmers Market in Sacramento reopens on May 4 with fresh produce, local crafts, free entertainment, and community events, supported by local authorities and organizations.

Black Seed Bagels is closing its East Village location on May 4 due to the end of its lease and needing less space. Staff will be reassigned, and a new shop will open in Long Island City.

Residents of West Allis dropped off 52 pounds of medications for safe disposal, part of an initiative supported by the Wisconsin DOJ and DEA, with the local police department collecting 544 pounds since fall 2024.

Austin's Zero Waste Business Rebate helps local restaurants save money by switching to eco-friendly service ware, offering financial and environmental benefits.

A new wine bar, Consigliere, is set to open in Newark, representing part of a revitalization effort funded by the Newark Retail Reactivation Initiative.

San Francisco's Marina district will see Super Mensch, a Jewish deli and cocktail bar, replace the low-ABV bar Lilah in July at 2336 Chestnut Street, promising an all-day menu and high-proof cocktails with deli-inspired flavors.

Chef Li, a popular Chinese restaurant in West San Jose, is shutting down after 28 years due to a lease issue with no explanation from the property management.

Eater Houston updates its list of top margarita spots, including new additions and iconic favorites, for those looking to beat the Houston heat with tequila-based drinks.