US suspends avocado imports from Mexico

The suspension of avocado imports from Mexico has to do with a threat a safety inspector in Mexico received, as avocado exports are becoming the latest victim of the drug cartel turf battles.

New St. Pete speakeasy is where you can air your 'Dirty Laundry'

When you walk into this new St. Petersburg establishment, you might think you're at a laundromat – but you aren't. At the Dirty Laundry, it's half café and half speakeasy.

Tampa chef's pop-up dinners delight foodies looking for something different

A Tampa-based personal chef is hosting pop-up dinners to highlight foods and locations that might not get the representation they otherwise deserve.

'We're back!' Kojaks House of Ribs reopens in Seffner

Kojaks House of Ribs was a South Tampa staple for 43 years but owner Chris Forney, who sold the barbeque restaurant last year, is hoping to have the same success in Seffner.  

Chick-fil-A Valentine’s Day trays return this year

Chick-fil-A’s Valentine’s Day trays return this year, with both sweet and savory options sure to warm your loved one’s heart.

Instacart reveals list of top-scoring Super Bowl snacks for game day

Since food plays a major role in the fun during the big game, Instacart has revealed America’s top-scoring game day snacks.

Pints with a purpose: Hops for Hunger feeding Bay Area families in need

Drinking beer can now help families in need. Clearwater-based Big Storm Brewing Co. teamed up with Feeding Tampa Bay to create a new beer.

Strawberry shortcake could soon become part of Florida law

We may be known for citrus, but do not worry, there is no food fight here. Key lime pie is already Florida’s state pie.  This session, lawmakers are debating which dessert is named the state’s official post-dinner treat.

Hooters partners with Bay Area Girl Scouts, sending thousands of cookies to hometown heroes

We're a week away from the official start of Girl Scout cookie season and while most are used to seeing tables set up at grocery stores, banks, or events, some might spot local troops selling their famous cookies at a famous chicken wing restaurant. 

New Peeps flavors introduced ahead of Easter holiday

New flavors of Peeps are coming to sweeten up your spring. The 2022 versions of the popular marshmallow treats include coffee-flavored chicks dipped in chocolate and oozing caramel.

Dolly Parton baking collection brings southern-style desserts to the mix

Dolly Parton partnered with Duncan Hines to bring cake mixes and frostings inspired by some of her favorite family recipes to stores.

Here’s a taste of the new fair foods to try at the 2022 Florida State Fair

The Florida State Fair is always a time for foodies to congregate for classic treats and new twists: like the Deep Fried Banana or the Loaded Fried Pickle Nachos. They’re even incorporating some nostalgia into the mix.

Red wine could reduce chances of COVID-19 infection, U.K. study suggests

A recent study out of the U.K. suggested consuming up to two glasses of red wine a week could lower a person’s chance of getting infected with COVID-19.