Dining
Bryan Dining Days - Eat. Give Back. Win Prizes.
Destination Bryan is excited to announce sign ups are now open for Bryan Dining Days! Bryan Dining Days. which will take place February 15 - February 28, is your chance to win great prizes while supporting local restaurants, and it all benefits the B Read more
Bryan, TX Taco Trail Opens Sign-up Sept. 8
Destination Bryan announces the new Bryan Taco Trail passport program is open to sign up starting today, Sept. 8. This free, mobile-friendly passport features dozens of authentic taquerias, Mexican restaurants, ... Read more
Creative Elements: A Main Street Calvert business combines a Southern-style menu and African-inspired art
Three generations of Oregon transplants have carved out their own corner of Calvert that combines original artwork and fine fare. While Cast Iron Bistro Chef Carrie Maiorano whips up Southern-inspired dishes in her restaurant’... Read more
Sabor y Tradición: A local entrepreneur brings familiar flavors and her family’s culture and cuisine to Bryan
A steady stream of midday customers pop in and out of newly opened Tortilleria Mi Tierra. They are primarily there for the corn flour tortillas, the taco (mini) tortillas, or the chili guajillo-infused ... Read more
Home Appétit: Small food businesses are on the rise thanks to cottage industry laws and shared-use commercial kitchens
Virginia Cox is a familiar fixture at the Brazos Valley Farmers’ Market, cheerfully chatting with customers from behind her table lined with pickle jars and other sundry goods. She wears a matching necklace and earrings that procla... Read more
Amici, Amoré: A College Station woman brings a taste of Tuscany to the Brazos Valley
Carolyn Adair overlooked the Italian countryside of the Arno Valley and surveyed a grove of 100 ancient abandoned olive trees. With some trepidation, she asked: “Will they make olives?” “That’s how much I knew about this business I... Read more
The Virtual Chef: A successful local restaurateur looks forward to the future
To his friends and followers, Chef Tai Lee is ever the optimist: upbeat, creative, and not afraid of hard work. In the past year, those traits have been put to the test as Chef Tai has reinvented himself and his culinary brand sinc... Read more
First-Class Fare: Cody Whitten’s second restaurant, Gate 12 Bar & Grill, takes off at Easterwood Airport
Gate 12 Bar & Grill at Easterwood Airport is a sweet landing spot for its owner J. Cody Whitten. The new restaurant, from the proprietor of J. Cody’s Steaks & Barbeque, is Whitten’s latest endeavor and gives diners a front ro... Read more
Sweets for the Sweet
Chocolate, and cookies, and cake — oh my! Macarons and strawberries too! It’s hard to resist these tempting treats made by some of the best bakers... Read more
Bryan Restaurant Month is here
Destination Bryan has officially kicked off its Restaurant Month, beginning February 1, to help support local restaurants. Those who visit participating restaurants throughout the month of February will receive special deals and a chance t... Read more
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UWBV Youth Leadership Cabinet grants $15,000 to 18 local nonprofits
United Way of the Brazos Valley’s Youth Leadership Cabinet is granting $15,000 to local nonprofits focused in the areas of health, education, and financial stability. Composed of 50 high school student-leaders, Youth Leadership Cabinet raised $15,00 Read more
New monument to be revealed at Veterans Field on May 13
Over 9,500 veterans reside in Brazos County, per 2019 Veterans Administration (VA) figures. They may be eligible for burial in National and Texas State Veteran Cemeteries. However, for the convenience of their families, many are opting to purchase a Read more
ACBV hosts "The Art of Gemology" exhibit from April 6 to July 9
The Arts Council of the Brazos Valley is currently hosting a new exhibit titled "The Art of Gemology", featuring the artwork of Neena Buxani, from Apr. 6 to July 9. Buxani is an Indian-American artist who was raised on the border of Mexico in Brownsv Read more
TxDOT brings awareness to motorcyclists this May with #EndTheStreakTX movement trend
One evening in April 2021, Eric Newell was out for a ride in Houston when his motorcycle was rear-ended by a vehicle, breaking both of his legs, dislocating his hips, and injuring his back and hands. He is just one of 2,318 Texas motorcyclists seriou Read more
