A popular Texas seafood chain has officially exited San Antonio after less than three years in the market. Mambo Seafood abruptly closed its remaining San Antonio restaurants in May 2026, ending a rapid expansion effort that once appeared poised for long-term growth. The Houston-based chain had become known for fried seafood platters, Cajun-style boils, fried rice, and Latin-inspired seafood dishes. But despite aggressive [...]
Major beer brand unveils alcohol-free beer ahead of 2026 rollout
Coors is officially entering the fast-growing nonalcoholic beer market with the release of Coors 0.0, a fully alcohol-free version of its flagship lager. The launch comes as more Americans cut back on drinking and major beverage companies race to expand their alcohol-free options. Coors 0.0 debuts in U.S. markets Molson Coors announced in May 2026 that Coors 0.0 would begin rolling out in select Northeast markets before [...]
Oldest Red Lobster in America is closing after 56 years
Florida is losing a piece of restaurant history, and for longtime fans of once-packed dining chains, this one stings. The oldest continuously operating Red Lobster in America is closing in Tallahassee after 56 years. The North Monroe Street restaurant, which opened in October 1970, is expected to serve its final customers today (Sunday, May 24, 2026). For many Florida diners, this was not just another chain restaurant. [...]
Buc-ee’s is getting closer to Wisconsin, but one location is still stuck
Wisconsin is about to find out what all the Buc-ee's hype is about. It's one of the handful of states getting Buc-ee's for the first time...but let's talk about exactly when. The biggest Wisconsin update is in Oak Creek. Buc-ee's received final site plan approval for its first Wisconsin travel center in Oak Creek, near I-94 and Elm Road, south of Milwaukee. The planned store is expected to be about 73,000 square [...]
Famous burger chain is closing 4 California locations — and workers can’t transfer anywhere else
$25 for a burger, fries, and drink is finally catching up to Five Guys. The cult-favorite burger chain is closing four California restaurants between late May and early July, citing "financial hardship" in filings with the state. The closures will eliminate 55 jobs, and according to the company's WARN notices, the affected workers won't have bumping rights — meaning they can't transfer to other Five Guys locations to save [...]
Whipped Tofu Dip (Vegan & High-Protein)
If you’re looking for a simple savory spread that’s creamy, flavorful, protein-packed, and completely plant-based, this whipped tofu dip is the perfect recipe to keep on hand. Made with tofu, miso paste, garlic, lemon juice, nutritional yeast, and paprika, this smooth and savory dip comes together in just minutes and can be used in so many different ways. Think of this recipe as a high-protein alternative to hummus, cream [...]
