San Antonio's 'Plant Based for the Planet' initiative is gaining popularity, with non-vegans trying new vegan options at local restaurants, showing an intersection of taste and sustainability.

San Antonians are patronizing local tamale shops for the holidays, with Ruben's Homemade Tamales being a 72-year-old favorite, offering a variety of flavors and drawing long lines of dedicated customers.

Yolanda's Uptown Cafe in San Antonio is closing after over 30 years, as owners Yolanda and Perfecto Vasquez plan to retire and spend time with family.

Pizza Patron in San Antonio garners attention with unique Latin-inspired pizzas and a perfect health inspection score, serving the local community across ten locations.

Ashley Landerman from 2tarts Bakery won the Food Network's "Holiday Baking Championship," crafting a macaron wreath and a festive cake with a train, earning her a $25,000 prize.

Chef Nicola Blaque is set to open Freight Fried Chicken at the Pearl in San Antonio, honoring historical "Waiter Carriers." The Pearl will also debut Pullman Market, hailed as the largest culinary market in the Southwest.

El Catrin Restaurant & Bar, known as one of San Antonio's top Mexican eateries, opens a second location on the Far North Side, maintaining its diverse Mexican menu, including popular enchiladas.

Garcia’s Mexican Food in San Antonio has been recognized by the New York Times for one of the "Best American Dishes of 2023," with their brisket taco praised for its simplicity and flavors.

Deanna Vaters from Texas created a detailed gingerbread model of the Buc-ee's travel stop which gained viral attention. Her festive project was showcased in the Williamson County Tax Office.

Krispy Kreme offers a dozen doughnuts for $1 with any regular-priced dozen purchase for 'Day of the Dozens' on 12/12, with a limit and participation varying by location.

McDonald's launches CosMc's, a new beverage-centric spinoff in Illinois, promising personalized drinks with an intergalactic theme, reviving the '80s character CosMc and considering expansion.

San Antonios Sangria on the Burg to close, citing economic woes.

Chick-fil-A opens new spots in San Antonio, boosts jobs and supports charity.