PEST PROBLEMS? These Central Florida eateries closed over health concerns last week
Read full article: PEST PROBLEMS? These Central Florida eateries closed over health concerns last weekOver a dozen more eateries across Central Florida were forced to close down after receiving a visit from a health inspector last week, according to state records.
‘Never asked for the check:’ Video of $300 dine-and-dash goes viral
Read full article: ‘Never asked for the check:’ Video of $300 dine-and-dash goes viralThe video has been viewed and shared on Instagram hundreds of thousands of times. It shows two adults and five children sitting at a table at the restaurant ‘@ The Diner’ last Sunday. At the end of the video, they leave. What the video does not show is the adults paying the bill.
🍨Ghirardelli celebrates National Hot Fudge Sundae Day with $7.25 mini sundaes
Read full article: 🍨Ghirardelli celebrates National Hot Fudge Sundae Day with $7.25 mini sundaesOn Saturday, July 25, participating Ghirardelli Ice Cream & Chocolate Shop locations nationwide will sell a Mini World Famous Hot Fudge Sundae for $7.25.
Nonprofits expand free summer meals for Seminole County kids
Read full article: Nonprofits expand free summer meals for Seminole County kidsSecond Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida and No Kid Hungry Florida have partnered for a second year to distribute free, weekly grab-and-go meal boxes to children and families in rural Central Florida communities.
Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining returns next month with new restaurants, menus
Read full article: Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining returns next month with new restaurants, menusVisit Orlando’s biggest annual food event is back next month with special menus at new restaurants across Central Florida. A record-breaking 188 restaurants will participate in Magical Dining this year, 38 of them for the first time.
Dollars & Sense: Decoding expiration food date labels
Read full article: Dollars & Sense: Decoding expiration food date labelsHere’s the first thing to understand: most food date labels are about quality, not safety. Manufacturers use many of these dates to tell you when a product is expected to have its best flavor, texture or freshness. Consumers, however, often assume the date means the food has become dangerous. Manufacturers care about quality. Consumers care about safety. Those are two very different things. And can the average shopper really tell the difference?
Parasitic infection spreading across 18 states, including Florida; Michigan, New York, Illinois and Texas hardest hit
Read full article: Parasitic infection spreading across 18 states, including Florida; Michigan, New York, Illinois and Texas hardest hitCyclosporiasis is linked to contaminated produce or water — here’s what Florida health officials and the CDC want you to know
Publix recalls GreenWise organic blueberries over E. coli concerns
Read full article: Publix recalls GreenWise organic blueberries over E. coli concernsA produce company is recalling GreenWise Organic frozen blueberries sold at Publix stores in eight states due to possible E. coli O145 contamination linked to 12 confirmed illnesses.
Parramore Market aims to bring groceries closer to neighbors facing food insecurity
Read full article: Parramore Market aims to bring groceries closer to neighbors facing food insecurityParramore Market, spearheaded by 30-year-old Jeniffer Hilaire, aims to bring groceries closer to neighbors facing food insecurity.
Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort scraps iconic gingerbread house for holiday season
Read full article: Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort scraps iconic gingerbread house for holiday seasonWalt Disney World confirmed that new miniature displays will be created by the resort’s culinary team in place of the traditional house. Details on exactly what those displays will look like — and how many there will be — are expected to be announced closer to the holiday season.
‘It would do very well:’ DeSantis agrees Buc-ee’s should open new spot at this Florida junction
Read full article: ‘It would do very well:’ DeSantis agrees Buc-ee’s should open new spot at this Florida junctionThe cult-favorite convenience chain Buc-ee’s is set to open several new locations in the Sunshine State — but one location in particular may be a good fit for the company, according to Gov. Ron DeSantis.
Downtown DeLand businesses struggle as closures, slow summer take toll
Read full article: Downtown DeLand businesses struggle as closures, slow summer take tollDowntown DeLand is sounding the alarm. Several high-profile shops and restaurants have closed in recent weeks, and business owners say they are struggling to keep their doors open.
Health issues shut down these 7 Central Florida eateries last week
Read full article: Health issues shut down these 7 Central Florida eateries last weekDuring the final week of May, another seven eateries across Central Florida were forced to close after a visit from a health inspector, according to state records.
Publix now offering GLP-1 brochure for customers. Here’s what it’s about
Read full article: Publix now offering GLP-1 brochure for customers. Here’s what it’s aboutFlorida-native grocer Publix announced on Tuesday that it is now offering a new brochure to help customers with their weight-loss journeys.
Woman throws violent tantrum at Disney resort, Central Florida deputies say
Read full article: Woman throws violent tantrum at Disney resort, Central Florida deputies sayA Massachusetts woman was taken into custody after she got into a spat with an employee at a Disney restaurant last month, according to the Orange County Sheriff’s Office.
Florida budget considers AI for SNAP eligibility
Read full article: Florida budget considers AI for SNAP eligibilityA provision tucked into the state budget would direct the Department of Children and Families to competitively procure a vendor capable of using machine learning to analyze Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, eligibility determinations.
Gatorland’s new beer barn pours up cold brews and swamp views
Read full article: Gatorland’s new beer barn pours up cold brews and swamp viewsGatorland's new spot offers more than 25 options, including craft beers, ciders, seltzers, canned cocktails, wine on tap, and non-alcoholic beverages, with bar seating, picnic tables, and a to-go area — all with views of the park’s zipliners and rock climbers.
Health issues shut down Orlando Chinese restaurant for 3rd time this year
Read full article: Health issues shut down Orlando Chinese restaurant for 3rd time this yearLast week, another three eateries across Central Florida were forced to close after a visit from a health inspector, according to state records.
Restaurant floods during weekend storm; more rain on the way for Central Florida
Read full article: Restaurant floods during weekend storm; more rain on the way for Central FloridaWhat started as a normal Saturday night of live music at a popular Tavares waterfront restaurant took a turn in a matter of minutes when a storm sent floodwaters rushing through the Lake Harris Hideaway in Tavares.
Trader Joe’s reveals upcoming Florida location. Here’s where to find it
Read full article: Trader Joe’s reveals upcoming Florida location. Here’s where to find itWith nearly 30 stores already open in the Sunshine State, popular grocer Trader Joe’s has just unveiled yet another location that’s on the way.
REPORT: Here’s what to know about Buc-ee’s new ‘Pay-at-the-Pump’ rule
Read full article: REPORT: Here’s what to know about Buc-ee’s new ‘Pay-at-the-Pump’ rulePopular convenience store chain Buc-ee’s has reportedly rolled out a new ‘pay-at-the-pump’ policy, which may leave some fans less than satisfied.
These invasive ‘potatoes’ have flooded Florida. Here’s what makes them a problem
Read full article: These invasive ‘potatoes’ have flooded Florida. Here’s what makes them a problemThere are plenty of invasive plants in the Sunshine State. But you might want to be wary of the ones that look like potatoes.
Shantell’s Just Until to close after 13 years in downtown Sanford
Read full article: Shantell’s Just Until to close after 13 years in downtown SanfordThe popular Sanford restaurant Shantell’s Just Until is shutting down after 13 years, but owner Shantell Williams says it’s not goodbye forever and a new concept could open as early as next month.
‘Stay tuned:’ Longtime downtown Sanford restaurant closing — but teases more to come
Read full article: ‘Stay tuned:’ Longtime downtown Sanford restaurant closing — but teases more to comeThe owner and chef said the restaurant's last day will be on Friday, though she also teased there were other plans in the works.
You can sample this new ‘Pub Sub’ for free at Publix stores this weekend
Read full article: You can sample this new ‘Pub Sub’ for free at Publix stores this weekendPublix is bringing its latest sampling event to stores this weekend, and a recently introduced “Pub Sub” just so happens to be on the menu.
These Central Florida eateries were forced to shut down over health violations
Read full article: These Central Florida eateries were forced to shut down over health violationsLast week, nine more restaurants across Central Florida were forced to close after a visit from a health inspector, according to state records.
New limited-edition ‘Pickle Smoothie’ on sale at Smoothie King in Florida
Read full article: New limited-edition ‘Pickle Smoothie’ on sale at Smoothie King in FloridaAfter unveiling a “Tomato Ketchup Smoothie” last year, Smoothie King is now unveiling its first-ever “Pickle Smoothie” at locations nationwide — including right here in Florida.