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Hot Spot Diner, owned by a Pennsylvania restaurateur, opens in St. Petersburg
2+ hour, 33+ min ago (239+ words) ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. " John Hazakis ran his first diner when he was just 18 years old. "This is my business," says the Greek man " a true diner prodigy! " about serving comfort food to all walks of life. In Pennsylvania, especially around…...
Gulf to grocery: Florida store bets on local seafood as import prices surge
11+ hour, 18+ min ago (529+ words) MANATEE COUNTY, Fla. " Detwiler's Farm Market is partnering with nearby fishing communities to bring locally caught seafood directly to customers, as food prices rise and data show that most seafood eaten in the U.S. is imported. Their Palmetto location has a…...
Smokin' DJ's BBQ goes from food truck to downtown Lake Wales brick and mortar
4+ day, 12+ hour ago (177+ words) LAKE WALES, Fla. " Someone told me about the smell of a local BBQ restaurant that hits you before you even open the door. Slow-smoked brisket, pulled pork dripping in sauce and ribs kissed by fire and time. Smoking DJ's BBQ…...
Sonny's BBQ Pitmaster Shares Secrets Behind Signature Low & Slow Barbecue
6+ day, 1+ hour ago (128+ words) At Sonny's BBQ, great barbecue doesn't just happen " it starts before the sun comes up, with patience, precision, and a whole lot of passion. From the pit to the community, it's all about craft and connection. We're joined by Thai…...
Florida Strawberry Festival debuts new food lineup with sweet and savory creations
1+ week, 1+ hour ago (664+ words) PLANT CITY, Fla. " The Florida Strawberry Festival is introducing a variety of new food items this year, offering guests a mix of sweet strawberry-inspired treats and bold savory dishes. Organizers say the additions include classic comfort foods with unique twists,…...
Hurricane-damaged Tampa restaurant reopens over a year after Hurricane Milton
1+ week, 5+ day ago (263+ words) TAMPA, Fla. " On Thursday, customers patiently waited in line along the sidewalk for one of their favorite restaurants to open for lunch. "Well, the community, you can see everybody's out here to support," said Gloria Sams. "We're coming to eat,…...
Free groceries and health services for Hillsborough residents on Saturday
1+ week, 5+ day ago (252+ words) PLANT CITY, Fla. " If you are a Hillsborough County resident looking for food to provide for your household, as well as health services, then Plant City is the destination this Saturday. Hillsborough County's Healthy Living'Program is hosting an event at…...
Girl Scouts developing life skills through cookie sales
2+ week, 1+ day ago (458+ words) RIVERVIEW, Fla. " We know the names all too well, Tagalongs, Do-si-dos, Samoas and of course, Thin Mints. Just a few of the wide varieties of Girl Scout Cookies that will be for sale in your community over the next month....
Tampa Bay food pantries prepare for increased demand amid government shutdown
2+ week, 3+ day ago (226+ words) BRADENTON, Fla. " Tampa Bay area food pantries say they are preparing to serve more people as the partial government shutdown hits the one-month mark. DeAdra Sunset, a single mother and domestic violence survivor, counts on Hungers End Manatee for a…...
Cortez: Behind-the-scenes at one of Florida's most historic fishing village
2+ week, 4+ day ago (747+ words) CORTEZ, Fla. " The historic fishing village of Cortez is hosting its biggest fundraiser of the year this weekend " a seafood festival designed to support the community's ongoing recovery from the devastating 2024 hurricane season. The annual Cortez Commercial Fishing Festival showcases…...