‘Change is Brewing’: Ben & Jerry’s unveils new flavor for racial justice
The company wants the coffee, marshmallow and fudge-flavored ice cream to represent divesting from “a racist criminal legal system” and investing in policies and organizations that support Black communities.
McDonald's plans to phase out plastic toys in Happy Meals
McDonald’s plans to “drastically” reduce the plastic in its Happy Meal toys worldwide by 2025.
Grab your pumpkin spice whatever — it’s officially autumn
From pumpkin spice lattes to pumpkin spice instant noodles — now is officially the time to enjoy America’s favorite fall flavor.
National Cheeseburger Day: The best freebies and deals
McDonald’s, Wendy’s, Red Robin, Smashburger and more have National Cheeseburger Day offers for Sept. 18.
Big Ray's Fish Camp sinks heart and soul into each seafood dish
The owner of Big Ray's Fish Camp grew up fishing with his grandfather, not far from where his restaurant today stands.
Taco Bell launches 30-day taco subscription, but only in these locations
Taco Bell is testing a monthly subscription service called the "Taco Lover’s Pass," which gives subscribers one taco a day for 30 days.
Bought chicken over last decade? You could be eligible for settlement payment
People who bought chicken products in the U.S. over the last decade could be eligible to receive payments as part of a $181 million settlement.
Kroger CEO: Grocery prices headed even higher in 2021
Grocery prices are headed higher later this year, according the U.S.’s largest supermarket by sales.
Taco Bell wants customers to return used sauce packets for recycling
Taco Bell wants you to help eliminate waste by sending your used sauce packets to be recycled.
Shoppers put healthy items in carts to avoid judgment, survey says
40 percent of shoppers say they are only putting healthy items in their carts to avoid being judged at the checkout line.
50 years at Bern’s Steak House: Iconic restaurant's last original employee to retire
You could call him a historian of Tampa’s beloved Bern’s Steak House. He started as a carpenter and has had a hand in just about every big job at the restaurant in the last 50 years, from cars to casks.
South Tampa restaurant’s robotic waiter may be wave of the future
Grab a seat inside Pho813 in South Tampa and it won't be long until you come face to face with a robotic waiter.
Bud Light rolls out pumpkin spice hard seltzer
Starting Sept. 6, Bud Light Seltzer flavors will include pumpkin spice, toasted marshmallow, maple pear and apple crisp.
Lakewood Ranch café baking up house-made sourdough delights
This Bay Area coffee and bread shop is introducing customers to tasty new farm-to-table breakfast and lunch delights.
McDonald's prepares to close dining rooms again
Restaurants in areas with high Delta variant cases are likely to be impacted.
As Oktoberfest season arrives, 3 Daughters Brewing excited to get Märzen beer flowing
3 Daughters Brewing began crafting its Oktoberfest beer in March and will sell it across the state this fall.
Beer Kulture brings diversity to growing Tampa Bay area craft beer industry
Craft beer is a growing industry in the Tampa Bay area, and particularly Pinellas County. The local non-profit Beer Kulture wants to expand that market by adding diversity and opportunities.
Former hospice nurse pursues another passion after losing mother to cancer
After Julie Fowler lost her mother to cancer she left her job as a hospice nurse and opened her own business selling snowball treats.
Krispy Kreme sweetens deal by offering another free doughnut to vaccinated customers
Krispy Kreme announced the “Show Your Heart” promotion Wednesday, which will allow customers who show a valid COVID-19 vaccine card can receive an original glazed doughnut, as well as a heart-shaped treat.
These Ybor City brewers pour 150 years of history into their lagers
Barriehaus Beer Co. is one of the few breweries in the state that focuses almost exclusively on classic European lagers.