Mexichido Bar & Grill has soft opened in Kingwood, according to the business’s owner. While the restaurant’s menu is still being developed, some of the dishes offered include carnitas and fajitas. A full bar serving cocktails such as margaritas is also a feature of the restaurant.Mexichido Bar & Grill is a new local concept located in the former site of El Tiempo Cantina. A website for this restaurant has not been launched as of press time Sept. 5.Soft opened Aug. 231414 Northpark Drive, Kingwood This article was originally published by a communityimpact.com . Read the Original article here. .

By Melba Newsome KFF Health News CHARLOTTE, N.C. — During the heat dome that blanketed much of the Southeast in June, Stacey Freeman used window units to cool her poorly insulated mobile home in Fayetteville, North Carolina. Over the winter, the 44-year-old mom relied on space heaters. In both instances, her energy bills reached hundreds of dollars a month. “Sometimes I have to choose whether I’m going to pay the light bill,” Freeman said, “or do I pay all the rent or buy food or not let my son do a sport?” As a regional field organizer for PowerUp NC,…

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — A new food truck has made its way from Maine to Louisville. The company is nationally known and was featured on ABC’s Shark Tank. The truck serves fresh Maine lobster rolls, tacos, quesadillas, grilled cheese, lobster tails and more. Cousin’s Maine Lobster has about 75 food trucks across the country. “It means the world to us to open a food truck in Louisville. We know this is a fun party city with food and sports and happy people. So why not be here? We’re super excited,” founder Sabin Lomac said. The food truck will be set up…

COLUMBIA — South Carolina-based potato chip company Lowcountry Kettle announced the debut of its S.C. Collegiate Edition packaging line in a Sept. 4 media release.Established in 2016 in Charleston, Lowcountry Kettle has since coined itself as the “Official Chip of South Carolina” and has chips available in more than 500 stores across the South. Notable regionally influenced flavors include Spicy Pimento Cheese, Fair Fried Pickle and Holy City Red Wine Vinegar & Sea Salt. By Jane Godiner jgodiner@postandcourier.com The Collegiate launch consists of two revamps of Lowcountry Kettle’s most classic flavor: “Carolina Sea Salt” with a garnet and black bag, and “Clemson…

NEW YORK CITY — Vermin, dirty dishes and poor personal cleanliness — restaurants across the city have dirty secrets they’d rather not share. But New York City’s Health Department is watching.Every year, inspectors arrive unannounced at more than 25,000 restaurants to examine health and safety standards. Most eateries pass inspections, but some fall short of the city’s standards, accruing violation points for everything from broken light bulbs to “public health hazards,” like vermin and failure to follow food safety protocols. Restaurants hit with non-food-safety violations might get a fine or a lower letter grade, with zero to 13 points warranting…

New Orleans is a food lover’s paradise as a whole, with must-try restaurants in every neighborhood, but if you’re spending most of your time in the French Quarter you’ll be spoiled for choice when it comes to dining. The oldest neighborhood in the city, this historic, one-square-mile area is packed with culinary gems, both iconic and trendy. From the country’s oldest continuously operating restaurant to fresh new spots quickly earning accolades, the Quarter has it all. Whether you’re looking to celebrate a special occasion with top-notch service in an elegant setting, or you just need a quick bite at a…

CHICAGO (CBS) — The Taste of Chicago, a now-former summertime favorite, got underway on Friday with a slimmed-down event that’s occurring later this season than in years past.This year, there are 39 food vendors, 17 food trucks, and about 285 items on the menu. The city said the menu this year is as diverse as ever.Many of the same vendors return year after year, but only one has been there from the very beginning: Eli’s Cheesecake Company.The establishment was there back on July 4, 1980, for the very first Taste of Chicago, as was Marc Schulman. He remembers serving up…

Nestled near Ocean Beach, Galinette  is the latest culinary offering from Julie & Jeremy, the dynamic duo behind the beloved Bouche. This new French restaurant is all about blending tradition with a laid-back, neighborhood vibe, offering non-stop service from 9:30 am to 9:30 pm daily.At Galinette, the experience is as important as the food. You can choose to dine at their communal table, a welcoming space designed to bring people together. It’s a perfect spot to strike up a conversation with neighbors and strangers alike or, if you prefer, you can book this section of the room for a private…

Holman Draft Hall closed this summer. It’s safe to say that 2024 has been a tumultuous year for Houston restaurants. From dealing with the aftermath of the derecho in May to days and even weeks without power following Hurricane Beryl in early July, this year has been like no other. It’s no surprise that the weather, along with other factors like lasting effects from the pandemic, has led to restaurants closing their doors. Here are some spots we’ve said goodbye to this year. Buffalo Bayou Brewing Company sawyer yards One of Houston’s most famous breweries was locked out of its space…

IRON RIVER, Mich. (WLUC) – Kentucky Fried Chicken has reopened along US-2 in Iron River.A line stretched from the entrance to the back of the newly remodeled Kentucky Fried Chicken this morning. People from across Iron County came early for the first chance to get food from the fast-food restaurant.Iron River Resident Bonnie Baldwin says she’s excited to see KFC’s return.“Oh, heck, I’m going to get a little bit of everything,” Baldwin said. “Probably a bucket of chicken and a chicken bowl, and a potpie for my husband. We welcome the new owners, we’re happy they’re back and we wish…