Texas lawmakers are grappling with hemp and marijuana regulation due to a market boom driven by low-THC products, raising concerns about consumer safety and the need for stricter controls.

Simone Biles is opening a restaurant, "A Taste of Gold," in the George Bush Intercontinental Airport by early 2025, in partnership with The Playmakers Group and featuring a menu by Mark Brezinski.

The Turkey Leg Hut in Houston was closed by the health department due to multiple health code violations, including improper food storage and cleanliness issues.

Red Lobster emerges from Chapter 11 bankruptcy with new CEO Damola Adamolekun, who plans to rejuvenate the chain with over $60 million in new funding.

The Solarium is set to open in Houston's Midtown, replacing Holman Draft Hall, with sports facilities, dining, and a bar, backed by the Kirby Group and Astros' Lance McCullers Jr.'s firm.

New eateries including Mak's Pub & Grill and Gelato & Co. are set to open in Northwest Houston, with Blaze Pizza also celebrating a new location with free offerings and Tim Hortons planning a 2025 launch.

Taco prices in Houston have risen by 5.9% to $5.81, with an overall 4.6% increase in quick-service restaurant prices nationally. Houston has the nation's highest grocery price inflation at 7.8%.

Loro, an Asian smokehouse by Tyson Cole and Aaron Franklin, is set to open in Houston on Sep 28, offering a fusion menu, events, and $5 margaritas on launch day.

Bojangles is set to expand in the Houston area with new locations in Webster, Tomball, League City, and Baytown, recognized for its Southern chicken and biscuits.

Three North Houston breweries, B52 Brewing Co., 11 Below Brewing, and Fortress Beerworks, have merged to streamline production and increase distribution.

Backstreet Cafe, a long-standing Houston favorite, is set to relocate to a larger two-story venue nearby, with planned features that include a new design and improved amenities.

Chick-fil-A is reportedly planning to enter the streaming service market with original, family-friendly content, but the company has not confirmed these plans.

The State Fair of Texas introduces a new judging system for its Big Tex Choice food awards, crowning winners in savory, sweet, and creative categories.