Peeps launches new customizable marshmallow chicks

Candy lovers everywhere are in for a sweet treat courtesy of Peeps. The company is now letting customers create their very own made-to-order marshmallow chicks.

Beer prices may increase due to Ukraine invasion

Russia's invasion of Ukraine has caused many people to boycott Russian vodka, the conflict may also have an impact on beer drinkers as well.

Burger King reduces chicken nugget count from 10 to 8

According to MarketWatch, inflation is the reason customers will see fewer chicken nuggets on their plates.

From Plant High to Harvard: True Food Kitchen's CEO marks homecoming with new Midtown location

Christine Barone went to Plant High School and lived in Tampa for seven years before going to college at Harvard University. Now she's the CEO of True Food Kitchen, made popular by Oprah and founded by Dr. Andrew Weil, and they're opening a new location in Midtown Tampa.

Tampa man carries on deviled crab tradition inspired by Ybor City immigrants

After immigrating to the area from the Bahamas, Pappy Derose started making devil crabs at an Ybor restaurant and now he carries on a legacy that started more than 100 years ago.

Spirit of support: Russian vodka removed from Kansas liquor store shelves

“I’m trying to stand with Ukraine by not standing behind Russian products,” Jamie Stratton, Jacob Liquor Exchange partner and wine director, told FOX TV Stations.

Boozy Mountain Dew now available but only in three states

Mountain Dew has launched a new drink with an alcoholic twist that’s available in Tennessee, Florida, and Iowa. But plans are in the works for the beverage to hit store shelves in other states.

Newtown's history told through comfort food served up at Miss Susie's

Miss Susie’s Newtown Kitchen food truck is well known on the streets of Sarasota, partially because of the food, but also for the career opportunities it provides for young people.

The history of Cuban coffee: Cigar rollers on strike demanded café con leche upon return to work

Cuban people and cigar production came to Ybor City in the 1880s and good coffee came with them. It became so popular, when cigar rollers went on strike, they demanded to be allowed to drink café con leche at their desks.

'Food will win the war': Grouper's thrust into popularity during WWI

Grouper wasn't exactly what they call a "trash-fish," but not far off. It received its first push towards popularity in March 1917, on the eve of the United States entering World War I.

Robot server lends a hand at Bradenton restaurant amid staffing challenges in hospitality industry

Pearl is a robot at Anna Maria Oyster Bar that can wheel out food and give servers a hand. "Pearl never misses a shift, Pearl is never late. She never needs a day off. She doesn't take vacation. She is here 7 days a week. That’s a great thing."

Mexican avocado ban lifted, US Embassy announces

The U.S. Embassy in Mexico says that Washington is lifting a ban on inspections of Mexican avocados, freeing the way for exports to resume.

Hostess announces caffeinated doughnuts

Hostess says each Boost Jumbo Donette contains almost as much caffeine as a cup of coffee (50-70 milligrams). Each doughnut is three times larger than a regular-sized donette.

World's heaviest strawberry officially gets title from Guinness

Weighing a whopping 10.19 ounces – more than half a pound – the titanic berry this week was declared the world's largest by Guinness World Records.