Last Absolute Bagels from a closed NYC shop are being auctioned on eBay, with no bids yet. A branded cap is listed for $1000 on Facebook Marketplace. The shop shut down after failing a health inspection.

Lure Fishbar, a staple in Soho for 20 years, may close due to Prada potentially taking over its space, reflecting a trend of luxury brands expanding into dining.

Ramsey County's Holiday Food Resources Guide offers free holiday meals, food events, and discounted groceries to support residents facing financial strain during the festive season.

"Poochie & Pang (eat Chicago)" is a new NBC 5 culinary series exploring hidden gems and personal stories in the Chicago food scene, hosted by Poochie Rollins and Kevin Pang.

Saint Pasta opens a permanent location in downtown Phoenix, offering Italian fare by Chef Racan Alhoch, who is recognized as an Arizona Chef to Watch in 2023.

Steve Olsen retired from West Bank Cafe & Laurie Beechman Theatre, passing ownership to producers Tom and Michael D'Angora. The venue, after financial woes and a community fundraising effort, is set to reopen under new management.

Mastro's Steakhouse in Houston offers a $1,000 A5 Japanese wagyu ribeye, making it one of the few U.S. spots to serve this exclusive cut. The steak comes with a certificate of authenticity.

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.