It was a year that rocked us all. And restaurants were hit especially hard, fighting to stay open and provide the hospitality that grounds our communities.
Despite the crushing circumstances, these businesses did what they do best — stayed focused, pivoted, and kept us fed. They reminded us why they are critical to our shared culture. And why we love them so much.
These are their pandemic stories — creative, inspiring, and heartfelt. At Italian neighborhood gem L’Oca d’Oro in Austin, owners Fiore Tedesco and Adam Orman put their kitchen to work feeding millions of meals to the city’s food insecure, and when the historic Texas winter storm struck, they kept the food flowing. Now, they’re on the rebound as they ready for reopening with a new outdoor dining parklet.
Watch below, and keep an eye out in weeks to come for more unique rebound stories.
