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Publix is not the most satisfying grocer in Florida, study finds. Here’s the ranking
Read full article: Publix is not the most satisfying grocer in Florida, study finds. Here’s the rankingThe study examines several benchmarks for determining customer experiences at grocery stores, including the convenience of store hours/locations, checkout speed, and store layouts.
Publix rolls out ‘softest’ sub roll yet as next Central Florida store looms
Read full article: Publix rolls out ‘softest’ sub roll yet as next Central Florida store loomsPublix announced that it was rolling out its “softest” sub roll yet — just in time for its next Central Florida location to open.
Banning Skittles in Florida? This new bill could do just that — and more
Read full article: Banning Skittles in Florida? This new bill could do just that — and morePlenty of people enjoy sweets like Skittles, though they may not be the healthiest options. But a new Florida bill could take those options off the table altogether.
Quaker Oats recalls 10,000 boxes of Pearl Milling Company pancake mix for milk allergy risk
Read full article: Quaker Oats recalls 10,000 boxes of Pearl Milling Company pancake mix for milk allergy riskThe Quaker Oats Co. has recalled 10,000 boxes of pancake mix because it contains milk not declared on the label and could pose a risk of potentially dangerous allergic reactions.
I-4 Food Tour: An Orlando favorite gets a visit from Matt Austin
Read full article: I-4 Food Tour: An Orlando favorite gets a visit from Matt AustinWhat started as an antique dealer’s whimsical venture into the culinary world has blossomed into a beloved eatery known for its exceptional food and quirky charm.
I-4 Food Tour: Matt Austin checks out Mexican restaurant known for seafood in Orlando
Read full article: I-4 Food Tour: Matt Austin checks out Mexican restaurant known for seafood in OrlandoMatt Austin brings you into Central Florida restaurants, tries their signature dishes and lets you know what's up!
Florida city says it’s now OK to raise and keep backyard chickens
Read full article: Florida city says it’s now OK to raise and keep backyard chickensAs egg prices soar and some grocery stores place limits on how much you can buy, Clermont has changed its law to allow its residents to raise and keep backyard chickens.
New Publix store coming to Central Florida next month. Here’s what to expect
Read full article: New Publix store coming to Central Florida next month. Here’s what to expectIt’s a brand-new year, but that’s not stopping Florida’s ever-popular grocery chain from expanding with even more store openings.
Trader Joe’s is set to open 1st Volusia County location: Here’s what we know
Read full article: Trader Joe’s is set to open 1st Volusia County location: Here’s what we knowA spokesperson for Trader Joe’s announced it has plans to open a store in Daytona Beach, marking the chain’s entrance into Volusia County.
Universal Orlando teases restaurants, new menu items in Epic Universe
Read full article: Universal Orlando teases restaurants, new menu items in Epic UniverseUniversal Orlando Resort’s Epic Universe will be serving up over 100 delicious food and beverages for guests to try across the five imaginative worlds, the theme park said in a news release.
Egg shortages scramble Florida shoppers as prices soar
Read full article: Egg shortages scramble Florida shoppers as prices soarFlorida grocery shoppers are feeling the impact of an ongoing egg shortage as major retailers impose purchase limits in response to supply chain disruptions caused by bird flu.
Keke’s Breakfast Cafe closures: Some temporary, others permanent. Here’s what we know
Read full article: Keke’s Breakfast Cafe closures: Some temporary, others permanent. Here’s what we knowFour Keke's Breakfast Cafes have closed temporarily and two permanently in the Central Florida area, according to a spokesperson for the restaurant chain.
‘The Winning Spirit:’ Holly Hill’s Copper Bottom Craft Distillery co-founder competes on Discovery show
Read full article: ‘The Winning Spirit:’ Holly Hill’s Copper Bottom Craft Distillery co-founder competes on Discovery showJeremy Craig, Co-Founder of Holly Hill’s Copper Bottom Craft Distillery said he tried his first beer when he was 8-years-old.
Austin’s Coffee is a Winter Park institution with an uncertain future
Read full article: Austin’s Coffee is a Winter Park institution with an uncertain futureJackie Moore hoped that her Winter Park business, Austin's Coffee, would be something she could pass down to her children, but the cafe faces an uncertain future as the city looks to repurpose the land.
Orlando Science Center’s ‘Science on Tap’ helps support local breweries
Read full article: Orlando Science Center’s ‘Science on Tap’ helps support local breweriesThe Orlando Science Center hosted the fourth annual “Science on Tap” beer festival for guests to support local breweries while giving back to the science center.
Central Florida chefs and restaurants shine as James Beard Award semifinalists
Read full article: Central Florida chefs and restaurants shine as James Beard Award semifinalistsCentral Florida’s culinary scene is in the spotlight as several local chefs and restaurants have been named semifinalists for the prestigious 2025 James Beard Awards.
🥦 Can intermittent fasting help you safely meet your goals?
Read full article: 🥦 Can intermittent fasting help you safely meet your goals?If you are trying to drop pounds, fasting for weight loss has probably crossed your mind, in part because you've probably seen intermittent fasting all over your social media and in the news.
‘Immense gratitude for the memories:’ Popular Orlando diner announces closure after 15 years
Read full article: ‘Immense gratitude for the memories:’ Popular Orlando diner announces closure after 15 yearsAfter 15 years serving the Central Florida community, Nick’s Family Diner announced on social media they will soon close their doors for good.
🥛 Oatzempic, chia seed water, and every TikTok weight loss trend ranked by an expert
Read full article: 🥛 Oatzempic, chia seed water, and every TikTok weight loss trend ranked by an expertSpend a while scrolling through social media, especially TikTok, and odds are you’ll encounter someone enthusiastically sharing their experience with a new fitness program or weight loss regimen.
Could Trump bring back wine tariffs? Orlando restaurant owner eyes upcoming administration plans
Read full article: Could Trump bring back wine tariffs? Orlando restaurant owner eyes upcoming administration plansIn 2019, the U.S. implemented a 25% tariff on wines from multiple European countries. Although that tariff has since expired, we spoke with an Orlando restaurant owner who says he still feels the impact of that decision to this day.
Chick-fil-A will soon be available at this major Florida theme park
Read full article: Chick-fil-A will soon be available at this major Florida theme parkIf you have a hankering for a Chick-fil-A sandwich and waffle fries while learning about environmental conservation and riding thrilling roller coasters, your day just got better.
🍷 Does alcohol shorten—or lengthen—your life? Longevity experts weigh in
Read full article: 🍷 Does alcohol shorten—or lengthen—your life? Longevity experts weigh inResearchers found that light to moderate consumption of alcohol (one to 14 drinks per week) was associated with reductions in stress signaling in the brain.
These Publix ducks are all the rage in Florida. But are more on the way?
Read full article: These Publix ducks are all the rage in Florida. But are more on the way?Visitors to Florida’s popular grocery chain last month may have seen something unusual on the shelves: an assortment of Publix-themed rubber ducks for sale.
Playa Pizza announces New Year’s closure, citing legal battle and construction woes
Read full article: Playa Pizza announces New Year’s closure, citing legal battle and construction woesPlaya Pizza has announced it will be closing its doors permanently at the end of the year, offering one last chance to catch New Year's fireworks at the fan-favorite restaurant.
Holiday ice cream flavors back at Publix for a limited time. Here’s the lineup
Read full article: Holiday ice cream flavors back at Publix for a limited time. Here’s the lineupThe company announced that the flavors will return to stores starting in September, and they will remain available while supplies last.
Oscar Mayer’s Wienermobile is coming to Central Florida, and you can be its next spokesperson
Read full article: Oscar Mayer’s Wienermobile is coming to Central Florida, and you can be its next spokespersonMy hotdog has a first name, it’s O-R-L-A-N-D-O, my hotdog has a – well, that’s it, I ran out of words – but you can run out and see a piece of Americana when the famous Wienermobile visits Central Florida this month.
‘I’m really hopeful:’ Central Florida restaurants face economic strain amid rising costs
Read full article: ‘I’m really hopeful:’ Central Florida restaurants face economic strain amid rising costsIn a year marked by the closures of beloved restaurants like Kappy's Subs in Maitland, Pom Pom's Teahouse in the Milk District, and Hamburger Mary's Downtown, the Central Florida restaurant scene is facing unprecedented challenges.
🍬 Top holiday food and drink ranked via national poll, online ordering data
Read full article: 🍬 Top holiday food and drink ranked via national poll, online ordering dataAs the holiday season kicks into high gear, people are filled with excitement to see family and friends, and kitchens begin to buzz with the familiar aroma of festive dishes.
PHOTOS: New 3-story Publix store with boat dock opens in Florida. Here’s an inside look
Read full article: PHOTOS: New 3-story Publix store with boat dock opens in Florida. Here’s an inside lookTwo Publix stores are set to open their doors to customers on Thursday, adding to the grocery chain’s growing list of locations.
This breakfast staple just saw its largest monthly price drop in decades
Read full article: This breakfast staple just saw its largest monthly price drop in decadesInflation in the United States ticked slightly higher last month, signaling that some prices remain stubbornly elevated as the holiday season approaches.
New 3-story Publix store to open with boat dock, parking garage. Here’s where
Read full article: New 3-story Publix store to open with boat dock, parking garage. Here’s whereTwo Publix stores are set to open their doors to customers on Thursday, adding to the grocery chain’s growing list of locations.
Orlando food truck owner creates petition to fight city ordinance
Read full article: Orlando food truck owner creates petition to fight city ordinanceZachary Maxwell, the Orlando-based food truck owner of Maxtro’s went public Monday with a petition he created against a city ordinance he said is hurting his business.
‘This decision wasn’t easy:’ Downtown Orlando German restaurant set to close doors
Read full article: ‘This decision wasn’t easy:’ Downtown Orlando German restaurant set to close doorsSchmankerl Stub’n, a German restaurant in downtown Orlando, announced on social media that they will be closing their doors for good.
CHI-CHI’S Mexican restaurant chain to return after nearly 20 years
Read full article: CHI-CHI’S Mexican restaurant chain to return after nearly 20 yearsIn a release, company officials announced that the chain is returning thanks to a new agreement with Hormel Foods, the owner of CHI-CHI’S trademarks.
Portillo’s brings its Chicago beef and hot dogs to Waterford Lakes with new location opening Thursday
Read full article: Portillo’s brings its Chicago beef and hot dogs to Waterford Lakes with new location opening ThursdayChicago-based Portillo’s is set to open its seventh location in Florida on Thursday in Orlando.
☕ Naughty or nice? 24 holiday coffee drinks ranked from ‘healthiest’ to unhealthiest
Read full article: ☕ Naughty or nice? 24 holiday coffee drinks ranked from ‘healthiest’ to unhealthiestThe holiday season is the perfect time of year to enjoy a cup of coffee, whether you're settling into a coffee shop armchair and catching up with friends, or pulling into a drive-thru for a quick reprieve while running errands.
Tijuana Flats reopens Orlando location, reveals plans to bounce back after bankruptcy
Read full article: Tijuana Flats reopens Orlando location, reveals plans to bounce back after bankruptcyIn April, Winter Park based Tijuana Flats filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection and closed multiple locations
Disney chefs offer tips and tricks for the perfect holiday feast
Read full article: Disney chefs offer tips and tricks for the perfect holiday feastThe holidays have arrived, which for many means a family feast is in order. To help everyone create the perfect spread, a pair of Disney chefs are offering their expertise.
This year’s top restaurants have been revealed. Here are Florida’s picks
Read full article: This year’s top restaurants have been revealed. Here are Florida’s picksOpenTable has released its picks for the top 100 restaurants of 2024 — and a few of those selections can be found right here in the Sunshine State.
This new Florida Publix has a burrito bar and ‘Pours Area.’ Here’s what to know
Read full article: This new Florida Publix has a burrito bar and ‘Pours Area.’ Here’s what to knowOn Thursday, Publix celebrated the opening of its latest remodeled grocery store, and it’s offering a few interesting features for customers.
Here’s which Winn-Dixies will reopen as ALDI stores in Central Florida
Read full article: Here’s which Winn-Dixies will reopen as ALDI stores in Central FloridaCentral Floridians are set to get new ALDI stores in Deltona, Orlando, St. Cloud, Melbourne, Ormond Beach, Port St. John and Leesburg, according to an ALDI spokesperson.