Food Industry

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A split image showing a closed restaurant on one side and a bustling new restaurant on the other, representing the contrasting trends in the US dining industry.

US restaurant scene: Closures hit some, new ventures emerge

Dallas-Fort Worth, a major US metropolitan area, recently ranked third nationally in restaurant closures, trailing only New York and Chicago, according to Dallas News .

Kurt Schneider·July 30, 2026

Elegant fine dining restaurant interior morphing into a modern counter service setup, symbolizing a restaurant's transition.

Fresh on Main

D.C. Fine Dining Restaurant Transitions to Counter Service Model

After nearly a decade as a celebrated D.

Kurt Schneider·June 23, 2026

A spotlight shines on a James Beard award statue at a formal ceremony, symbolizing culinary achievement and future recognition for chefs.

Wellness Row

James Beard Nominees Announced, Foundation's Future Focus

This year's James Beard Restaurant and Chef Award nominees have just been announced, yet the Foundation is already looking to 2026, naming chefs Zubair Mohajir and Rishi Kumar to its TasteTwenty...

Dmytro Petrenko·June 10, 2026

A visual contrast between a single, quiet local restaurant in Humble, Texas, and the overwhelming, bright lights of a booming urban restaurant scene.

Fresh on Main

Humble's Singular Opening Contrasts Urban Restaurant Boom

In Philadelphia alone, over 110 new restaurants are slated to open in 2025, a stark contrast to the singular, rebranded local eatery making headlines in Humble, Texas.

Dmytro Petrenko·June 4, 2026

A closed golden gate for the Bon Appétit Pantry Awards 2026, symbolizing the missed submission deadline for food brands seeking recognition.

The Book Nook

Bon Appétit Pantry Awards 2026 Submission Window Now Closed

As of May 31, 2026, the submission portal for the Bon Appétit Pantry Awards 2026 has officially closed, shutting out any last-minute hopefuls.

Dmytro Petrenko·June 2, 2026