Dining

Hong Kong families choose casual meals over banquets for Mother's Day

Traditional banquet restaurants in Hong Kong reported weaker Mother's Day trade than last year, with families opting for lunch, afternoon tea or hotpot meals instead.

Mark Gordy appointed executive chef at Centro on the Square

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Mark Gordy, an acclaimed Dallas chef with experience at top kitchens, has taken over as executive chef at Centro on the Square in McKinney. The restaurant, a collaboration between restaurateurs George Stergios and Brian Dunne, emphasizes seasonal, ingredient-driven cuisine in Historic Downtown McKinney.

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Portland's restaurant scene sees numerous changes in early 2026

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Celebrity chefs to host events at Deer Valley's St. Regis

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Maryland chef Mike Correll joins MaMou for Chesapeake dinner

Lakeland experiences surge in new restaurant openings

Lakeland, Florida, continues to expand its dining scene with several new eateries opening in early 2026. From pizza stalls to coffee shops and sports bars, residents have more options for local flavors. This growth builds on a strong foundation of establishments that debuted in 2025.

Picazzo's Italian restaurant opens new location in Glendale

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Picazzo's Healthy Italian Kitchen, a popular gluten-free chain in Arizona, plans to open its seventh location in Glendale this March. The new site on Happy Valley Road will feature 2,000 square feet of space with indoor and outdoor seating. This expansion marks nearly 23 years since the restaurant's first opening in Sedona.

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