London, UK – Sandor Ellix Katz, the acclaimed American fermentation revivalist and author, is set to embark on an eagerly anticipated intensive workshop tour across the United Kingdom in mid-September. Often hailed as the "fermentation guru" and a central figure in the global resurgence of traditional food preservation techniques, Katz’s visit promises to be a […]

JACKSON, MS – In a move that harmonizes Southern culinary tradition with the thunderous cultural heartbeat of Mississippi, Zaxbys, the Georgia-based fast-casual chicken giant, has officially announced a strategic partnership with Jackson State University’s (JSU) legendary marching band, the “Sonic Boom of the South.” This collaboration marks a significant milestone in the brand’s ongoing efforts […]

CARY, NC — On Wednesday, August 26, the intersection of Chatham and Academy Streets in downtown Cary will witness the culmination of a highly anticipated architectural and culinary transformation. Lloyd’s Full Service, a seasonal, chef-driven restaurant housed within a meticulously restored 1950s service station, is set to open its doors to the public. The project […]

DURHAM, NC – The culinary landscape of the Bull City has officially expanded with the highly anticipated opening of East of Texas Durham. Located in the heart of the historic American Tobacco Campus (ATC), this new venture introduces a unique hybrid of Central Texas-style pit barbecue and authentic Tex-Mex flavors. Marking the brand’s second North […]

GUN BARREL CITY, TX – Soulman’s Bar-B-Que, a cornerstone of the North and East Texas culinary landscape for over half a century, has officially announced its latest expansion with the opening of its newest location in Gun Barrel City. The new restaurant, situated at 938 W. Main Street, represents a strategic move to bring the […]

The intersection of digital entertainment and the culinary arts has reached a new milestone as KYURAMEN, one of the United States’ fastest-growing ramen restaurant chains, officially launches its first-ever gaming partnership. In a strategic alliance with HoYoverse—the global entertainment giant behind hits like Genshin Impact and Honkai: Star Rail—KYURAMEN is bringing the high-octane, urban fantasy […]

London, UK – Sandor Ellix Katz, the revered American author and self-proclaimed "fermentation revivalist," is set to embark on an intensive, highly anticipated workshop and lecture tour across the United Kingdom this September. Known globally for his seminal works "Wild Fermentation" and "The Art of Fermentation," Katz’s visit promises to be a pivotal moment for […]

CARROLLTON, TX – In a move that signals a significant deepening of its footprint within the competitive North Texas dessert market, Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard has announced the grand opening of its newest location in Carrollton. This opening represents a cornerstone of the brand’s 2026 aggressive expansion strategy, specifically targeting the Dallas-Fort Worth […]

MENDOTA HEIGHTS, MN – The regional culinary landscape of the Twin Cities is set to welcome a nostalgic powerhouse as Happy Joe’s Pizza & Ice Cream officially announces the grand opening of its newest location in Mendota Heights. Scheduled to open its doors on Monday, August 31, the brand-new establishment at 750 Main St., Suite […]

PARIS – In a significant evolution of her storied culinary career, renowned chef and digital creator Seonkyoung Longest has officially graduated from the prestigious Le Cordon Bleu Paris. The completion of the nine-month intensive program marks a pivotal transition for Longest, moving from a self-taught global influencer to a classically trained professional in the heart […]