McDonald’s pulls Beyond Meat ‘McPlant’ burgers after trial run
The fast-food chain tested the menu option in several markets across the country and the globe.
The fast-food chain tested the menu option in several markets across the country and the globe.
General Mills is spicing up snack time with CinnaFuego Toast Crunch
CinnaFuego Toast Crunch will combine its traditional sweet cinnamon cereal with the “fiery spice” of a hot pepper.
CinnaFuego Toast Crunch will combine its traditional sweet cinnamon cereal with the “fiery spice” of a hot pepper.
Sprite retiring its signature green plastic bottles after more than 60 years
Coca-Cola will begin transitioning to the new Sprite bottles on Aug. 1 in North America. Here’s what the more environmentally-friendly packaging looks like.
Coca-Cola will begin transitioning to the new Sprite bottles on Aug. 1 in North America. Here’s what the more environmentally-friendly packaging looks like.
FDA's ongoing analysis finds toxic arsenic, lead in certain baby foods — tips for parents to limit exposure
The FDA’s ongoing analysis in an effort to lower toxic heavy metals in baby foods found that levels of lead in baby food sweet potatoes and teething biscuits were among the highest of all foods tested.
The FDA’s ongoing analysis in an effort to lower toxic heavy metals in baby foods found that levels of lead in baby food sweet potatoes and teething biscuits were among the highest of all foods tested.
Wesley Chapel Italian market takes prides in authenticity
Over at Moschella's Italian Eatery & Market, fresh pasta is made every day. There's a huge meat and cheese section, plus tons of wines. They also have an entire wall of grab & go meals, as well as a display case filled with Italian classics.
Over at Moschella's Italian Eatery & Market, fresh pasta is made every day. There's a huge meat and cheese section, plus tons of wines. They also have an entire wall of grab & go meals, as well as a display case filled with Italian classics.
Enjoy Life expands recall of baked goods and snacks due to potential plastic pieces
Enjoy Life Natural Brands, sold in many major U.S. grocery stores, has expanded its recall of certain soft-baked cookies, chewy bars, and brownie bites due to potential plastic pieces.
Enjoy Life Natural Brands, sold in many major U.S. grocery stores, has expanded its recall of certain soft-baked cookies, chewy bars, and brownie bites due to potential plastic pieces.
Iconic Choco Taco ice cream treat discontinued
Klondike confirmed it has discontinued the beloved ice cream treat in a Twitter response to an understandably upset fan.
Klondike confirmed it has discontinued the beloved ice cream treat in a Twitter response to an understandably upset fan.
South Tampa's Carroll's Corner Market closes its doors, citing rising rent prices
A beloved sandwich shop in South Tampa – famously known for their Cuban sandwiches – has closed for good. Carroll's Corner Market has been around for years, but the owner says rising rent costs have left them no choice but to shut down.
A beloved sandwich shop in South Tampa – famously known for their Cuban sandwiches – has closed for good. Carroll's Corner Market has been around for years, but the owner says rising rent costs have left them no choice but to shut down.
Subway offering free sandwiches for life to 1 person who gets footlong tattoo
Other tattoos could also earn you free Subway for a month or a year — but of course, there’s a catch.
Other tattoos could also earn you free Subway for a month or a year — but of course, there’s a catch.
Candy company will pay you $100K a year to be its official taste tester
The best part? You only have to be 5 years old or older to apply!
The best part? You only have to be 5 years old or older to apply!
Shrinkflation: Small portions offered at restaurants causes rise in Yelp complaints, report finds
Customers in their reviews complained about shrinkflation at restaurants serving popular menu items like hot dogs, hamburgers, and pizza.
Customers in their reviews complained about shrinkflation at restaurants serving popular menu items like hot dogs, hamburgers, and pizza.
Velveeta unveils new martini with cheese-infused vodka, garnished with pasta shells
Shaken, not stirred? Velveeta has launched a new $15 “Veltini," complete with olive brine and vermouth.
Shaken, not stirred? Velveeta has launched a new $15 “Veltini," complete with olive brine and vermouth.
Man to eat only Taco Bell in 30-day health experiment
Sam Reid hopes to redefine what it means to be “healthy” by eating only Taco Bell for a month and examining different health metrics at the end.
Sam Reid hopes to redefine what it means to be “healthy” by eating only Taco Bell for a month and examining different health metrics at the end.
It's Dole Whip Day (according to Disney): Here's the recipe to make it at home
Disney fans, today is Dole Whip Day. A whole day dedicated to the tart, sweet frozen pineapple treat.
Disney fans, today is Dole Whip Day. A whole day dedicated to the tart, sweet frozen pineapple treat.
1-hour Suppers: Dr. BBQ's homemade Italian sausage burgers
Ray Lampe, aka Dr. BBQ, is back with a brand-new recipe perfect for summer grilling. His original recipe for homemade Italian sausage burgers is sure to please any crowd, or just the family around the dinner table.
Ray Lampe, aka Dr. BBQ, is back with a brand-new recipe perfect for summer grilling. His original recipe for homemade Italian sausage burgers is sure to please any crowd, or just the family around the dinner table.
Recipe: Dr. BBQ's Italian sausage burgers
Ray Lampe, aka Dr. BBQ, is back with a brand-new recipe perfect for summer grilling. His original recipe for homemade Italian sausage burgers is sure to please any crowd, or just the family around the dinner table.
Ray Lampe, aka Dr. BBQ, is back with a brand-new recipe perfect for summer grilling. His original recipe for homemade Italian sausage burgers is sure to please any crowd, or just the family around the dinner table.
Between its venue and menu, Skipper's Smokehouse status as a local hangout has yet to waver
Despite nearly closing its doors during the pandemic, Skipper's Smokehouse is still alive and kicking. It's been a hot spot for live music since the 1980s, and good food, of course.
Despite nearly closing its doors during the pandemic, Skipper's Smokehouse is still alive and kicking. It's been a hot spot for live music since the 1980s, and good food, of course.
Recall: Blueberries may have elevated levels of lead
The affected blueberries were distributed in 1.2-ounce packages through retail and online stores in the U.S., according to the FDA.
The affected blueberries were distributed in 1.2-ounce packages through retail and online stores in the U.S., according to the FDA.
Sweet Loren’s Inc. recalls gluten-free cookie dough over gluten
The FDA said the product is sold in dozens of states in grocery stores.
The FDA said the product is sold in dozens of states in grocery stores.
Annual ‘Epic Chef’ cookoff raises awareness of food insecurity through culinary competition
The 7th annual “Epic Chef” competition kicks off Monday at the Epicurean Theatre, benefiting Feeding Tampa Bay, and its mission to end hunger across the region.
The 7th annual “Epic Chef” competition kicks off Monday at the Epicurean Theatre, benefiting Feeding Tampa Bay, and its mission to end hunger across the region.



















