Sesame officially added to FDA's major food allergen list

A new federal law went into effect on Jan. 1 that requires all foods made and sold in the U.S. to be labeled if they contain sesame, which is now the nation's ninth major allergen.

Family business brings popular Filipino food to Tampa Bay area

For the Barican's, weekend mornings are filled with food and a little bit of frenzied family time. The family runs "Just Lumpia," which sells Filipino eggs rolls and lumpia at local markets in the Tampa Bay area. 

'The Mill' closing its staple restaurant in St. Pete due to damage from nearby construction, owners say

The owners of The Mill, which has been in downtown St. Petersburg for almost a decade, say they have made the "heartbreaking" decision to close after suffering damage from nearby construction.

Beyond Dry January: The rise of non-alcoholic drinks in the adult beverage market

Ditching alcohol in the first month of the year has become a trend, but the beverage industry sees opportunity in non-alcoholic drinks beyond just Dry January.

Can’t stop at just one potato chip? Blame your genes, study says

A new study out of Japan focused on a genetic mechanism that had a strong correlation to the suppression of overeating high-calorie foods.

Dr. BBQ: Sloppy Joe Bowls with Cheesy Grits

Here's how you can make Dr. BBQ's Sloppy Joe Bowls with Cheesy Grits. This recipe makes about six servings.

Foods we're leaving behind in 2022

Say farewell to some of these fan-favorite foods because we’re leaving them behind in 2022.

New federal food label law has unintended effect: Sesame now in more foods

Many manufacturers now find it simpler and less expensive to add sesame to a product — and to label it — than to try to keep it away from other foods or equipment with sesame.

'It's a staple': St. Pete restaurant closes after 70 years in business

Munch’s Restaurant and Sundries is closing on December 30. The restaurant’s owner Larry Munch said his parents started the restaurant in 1952. He bought the restaurant in the 1990s and is now retiring.

Christmas cookie map: The most popular searches by state

Gingerbread? Polish Christmas? Find out which type of Christmas cookie is being mostly searched in your state.

Celebrity chef Guy Fieri visits Central Florida, donates 10 pizzas to police department

It appears that TV chef and restaurateur Guy Fieri made a visit to Central Florida over the weekend to visit a couple of restaurants – and even donated some pizzas to a local police department.

Learn to make Kung Pao shrimp

Tempt your taste buds with Hales Blackbrick Kung Pao shrimp recipe. 

Taco Bell may permanently add fries to menu to better compete with McDonald's

Taco Bell's CEO said that while dinner and late-night business is on par with McDonald’s and other rivals, the chain’s breakfast and lunch dayparts are “significantly” behind.

Here were Americans' most ordered foods of 2022, according to Grubhub

According to the food delivery service Grubhub, Denver ranked No. 1 for the most early-bird orders, while Boston placed the most late-night orders.

Liquor Depot to sell exclusive Jack Daniel's bottle to benefit Alstott's foundation

With the spirits business booming, a Tampa man found a way to give back this holiday season. It's a special hand-picked bottle of some of the world's most famous whiskey with all proceeds going to a familiar local non-profit.

Baby formula recalled due to potential cross-contamination

ByHeart is recalling some of its infant formula out of an abundance of caution after a sample from a third-party manufacturing facility tested positive for bacteria.