Mason Revisited – A Trip Report

Texas Wine Lover 7/11 6:22A Neal Addy

Much has been written about Mason, Texas , over the past several years. Yet despite the glowing press and its close proximity to one of the most popular wine destinations in the country, I’m always surprised by the number of folks I meet on my...

Feng Cha Appoints Champion as Franchise Development Agency of Record

Restaurant News 7/10 9:50A RestaurantNews.com

Leading hospitality firm selected to drive beverage brand s next growth phase Dallas, TX  ( RestaurantNews.com )   Feng Cha , one of the fastest-growing premium boba beverage franchises in the U.S., has named Champion as its official franchise...

6 Wineries Within Two Hours for Two-Night Stays from Dallas

Texas Wine Lover 7/9 4:37A Chandler Gibson

We need a break. Summer means holidays, summer weddings, kids on vacation, and don’t even get me started on the heat. Back in February, WalletHub named three cities in Dallas–Fort Worth (DFW) in the...

Kuhlman Estate Elevates the Wine Tasting Experience with Elegant Renovation

Texas Wine Lover 7/4 12:10A Jeff Cope

Press Release Beloved Texas Hill Country winery K Estate (Kuhlman) has completed a highly anticipated renovation, just in time for summer. Nestled along the famed Wine Road 290 between Fredericksburg and Johnson City, the boutique winery now...

West Sandy Creek Winery Debuts Art & Vine: A WSCW Art Market

Texas Wine Lover 7/2 3:21A Kristie Stevens

The proprietors of West Sandy Creek Winery invite you to their first art market on Saturday, July 12, from 1-7 p.m. Art & Vine will feature 15 unique artists from Walker County and the Houston Metroplex, great food from Saucy on the Fly, and...

Spice Up National Fried Chicken Day and National Chicken Wing Day with Bonchon’s Special Promotions...

Restaurant News 7/1 6:22A RestaurantNews.com

Fried chicken fans can expect a flavor-packed July with Bonchon s upcoming celebrations Dallas, TX  ( RestaurantNews.com )  Bonchon , a global leader in Korean fried chicken, is excited to celebrate two of the tastiest days of the year: National...

Melting Pot Names New CEO, Celebrates 50th Anniversary With Continued Growth and Leadership...

Restaurant News 7/1 3:30A RestaurantNews.com

The premier fondue franchise is building on its 50th anniversary with expanded leadership roles, new development deals and a continued focus on brand evolution. Tampa, FL  ( RestaurantNews.com )  Melting Pot continues to celebrate its 50th year...

One Elm Vineyards Grower Profile

Texas Wine Lover 7/1 1:04A Jeff Cope

With deep roots in agriculture and a lifelong commitment to farming, the transition to grape growing was a natural evolution for West Texas grower Brad Stewart. After years in the cottonseed and crop protection industry, he planted his first...

Papa Murphy’s and Pepsi Team Up To Help Fans “Seize a Slice of Summer” With Daily Prizes and...

Restaurant News 6/27 2:00A RestaurantNews.com

Summer Selects Pizza Deal continues to deliver big value with $8.99 pizzas through the season.* Vancouver, WA  ( RestaurantNews.com )  Papa Murphy’s Take ‘n’ Bake Pizza is bringing even more flavor and fun to kitchens across the country with an...

Product Review: VINAER 7 Function Wine Aerator by Vinotive

Texas Wine Lover 6/19 11:57A Jeff Cope

We received the product for review and all opinions are our own. Some links are affiliate links meaning at no additional cost to you, this site may get a small commission if you make a purchase. If you re a wine enthusiast who appreciates both...

Media reports raise questions about New York Times reporting on Dickey’s Barbecue: “Our Franchisees,...

Restaurant News 6/19 4:53A RestaurantNews.com

Brand questions NYT s biased reporting, emphasizes decades of success, and discusses what recent news stories get right Dallas, TX  ( RestaurantNews.com )  Dickey’s Barbecue, the world’s largest barbecue franchise, is sharing insights into what...

2025 Decanter World Wine Awards – Texas Results

Texas Wine Lover 6/18 3:01A Jeff Cope

The results of this year’s  Decanter World Wine Awards  (DWWA) were released. They highlight exceptional quality, a record number of first-time wins, rising stars, and remarkable performances from both classic and emerging wine regions. “Winning...

Yum! Brands Appoints Chris Turner as Chief Executive Officer Effective October 1, 2025

Restaurant News 6/17 2:38A RestaurantNews.com

Chris Turner David Gibbs will serve as an adviser to Yum! Brands until the end of 2026 Louisville, KY  ( RestaurantNews.com )  Yum! Brands, Inc. (NYSE: YUM) today announced that its Board of Directors has unanimously elected Chris Turner, 50, as...

Sonny Rivera Winemaker Profile

Texas Wine Lover 6/17 12:30A Jeff Cope

For this month’s Winemaker Profile, we spoke with Sonny Rivera from Red Rock Vineyards . He is a Texas winemaker whose journey into viticulture was inspired by a life-changing trip to Italy and a desire to create healthier wines using natural...

2025 Sommeliers Choice Awards – Texas Results

Texas Wine Lover 6/13 3:16A Jeff Cope

The 2025 Sommeliers Choice Awards have officially announced this year’s winning wines, delivering a trusted guide for on-premise venues including restaurants, bars, hotels, lounges, and private clubs....