Haris Qureshi

Falafel tacos, arayes, and smoothies mark just a few of the popular items at 7beebz Korner (pronounced “Habeeb’s Corner”), the new addition to the Vegan Nom Food Park at 2308 E. Cesar Chavez. Owner Abe Damra says his mission is to provide the three B’s to customers: food that is “bueno, bonito, y barato.” Damra moved to the U.S. from Amman, the capital of Jordan, over 20 years ago.

Smashed N Sauced, the popular family-owned smashburger and fried chicken spot from two of the owners of Almarah Mediterranean, recently expanded to a second location on 4751 E. Parmer. Palestinian brothers Hamed and Mohammad Ibrahim put their spin on American comfort food with a menu that includes loaded mac and cheese and halal hot dogs. “Burgers are famous worldwide now and we love to eat!” proclaims Hamed.

Community Vegan, the beloved food truck from Austin native Ericka Dotson and Victoria native Marlon Rison, recently moved to a new brick-and-mortar space at 3110 Windsor in West Austin. Known for their vegan take on soul and Southern comfort food, the couple have rebranded and now are open for business as Community Kitchen + Taproom. Rison’s vegan journey started when he was a radio host and powerlifter in the DFW area.