National Drink Wine Day: Wine by the numbers

Americans from coast to coast are raising their glasses for National Drink Wine Day on Friday, Feb. 18, 2022.

Hostess announces caffeinated doughnuts

Hostess says each Boost Jumbo Donette contains almost as much caffeine as a cup of coffee (50-70 milligrams). Each doughnut is three times larger than a regular-sized donette.

World's heaviest strawberry officially gets title from Guinness

Weighing a whopping 10.19 ounces – more than half a pound – the titanic berry this week was declared the world's largest by Guinness World Records.

Austin Marathon runners can get free classic hummus at Aba Austin

Aba Austin, located on South Congress Avenue, is offering a complimnetary order of hummus to any runner that brings in their Austin Marathon bib from Feb. 20-25.

Upscale space Wax Myrtle's opens at Thompson Austin Hotel

Wax Myrtle's is a laid-back hideaway at the new Thompson Austin Hotel at 506 San Jacinto Boulevard in downtown Austin.

South Austin's La Mexicana Bakery closes doors after 32 years

The City of Austin is proclaiming February 16 "La Mexicana Bakery Day" in honor of Jesus Becerra who opened La Mexicana Bakery in 1990 on South 1st Street.

Sizzling hot: French fry perfume sells out in hours

After a few squirts of this perfume, you will smell deliciously irresistible. That’s the pitch, anyway.

US suspension of avocado imports part of conspiracy, Mexican president says

The president put forward the conspiracy theory after the U.S. suspended imports of Mexican avocados on the eve of the Super Bowl following a threat against a U.S. plant safety inspector in Mexico.

US suspends avocado imports from Mexico

The suspension of avocado imports from Mexico has to do with a threat a safety inspector in Mexico received, as avocado exports are becoming the latest victim of the drug cartel turf battles.

Your Super Bowl Sunday chicken wings will cost an arm and a leg

Industry experts say the coveted Super Bowl fare should be available, but customers should be ready to pony up more

Panera Bread offers chance to win baguette-cut diamond ring, unlimited coffee for a year

According to Panera, guests will have the opportunity to enter for a chance to be one of 22 winners to score a year of free unlimited caffeine in addition to a baguette-cut diamond ring.

Chipotle plans to add more locations in small towns

The fast-casual chain says some small-town locations are doing better than traditional Chipotle restaurants in larger cities.

Austinites gather for 15th Annual Jo's Chili Cook-off on South Congress

A large crowd turned out for the 15th Annual Jo's Chili Cook-off that benefits the nonprofit Free Lunch, which tackles food insecurity in Austin.

Chick-fil-A Valentine’s Day trays return this year

Chick-fil-A’s Valentine’s Day trays return this year, with both sweet and savory options sure to warm your loved one’s heart.

Instacart reveals list of top-scoring Super Bowl snacks for game day

Since food plays a major role in the fun during the big game, Instacart has revealed America’s top-scoring game day snacks.