Increased cancer risk associated with artificial sweeteners, study says

In particular, the authors found aspartame and acesulfame were associated with increased cancer risk and higher risks were observed for breast cancer and obesity-related cancers.

'Boozy Bunny' at Disney Springs is the Easter treat for grownups

The 'Boozy Bunny' at Disney Sprigs is a chocolate bunny that is hollow on the inside, filled with a chocolate drink, and topped off with bourbon.

Pepsi and IHOP team up for new maple syrup cola

Pancake and soda lovers are in for a sweet treat thanks to Pepsi and IHOP. The two companies have partnered for the release of a new maple syrup cola.

Pizza from a vending machine? St. Pete sports bar gets creative to combat worker shortage

Ferg's Sports Bar & Grill in St. Pete has introduced a new vending machine that dispenses 12" pizzas. This is to help combat worker shortages brought on by the pandemic.

Cinnamon Toast Crunch now available as a spread

The spread can be used on fruit and bread, or it can serve as an ingredient in baked goods or a dessert topping.

La Segunda crosses Tampa Bay, opens location in St. Petersburg

St. Pete residents can now get fresh Cuban bread from the famous La Segunda Bakery without crossing any bridges.

See how your food is made with the Wise Up app

If you're curious how The Exchange Hotel executive chef Andrew Silas prepares his dishes for customers in St. Petersburg, you don't have to step into his kitchen. Just pull up Wise Up on your phone. 

Dairy Queen brings back Free Cone Day after brief COVID-19 hiatus

Dairy Queen is giving fans a special treat ahead of the spring time with their annual Free Cone Day. The company is bringing back the popular event after it was canceled last year due to COVID-19 concerns.

Artichokes now being grown in Florida, thanks to science

When you see produce with a label that says "fresh from Florida," there's a chance it was grown at Pero Farms in Delray Beach.

St. Pete restaurant offers fast-casual twist on classic Italian dishes
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Jay Luigi recently opened in St. Petersburg. Here, you?ll find fresh pastas, naturally fermented, wild yeast Roman-style and Neapolitan-style pizzas, traditional Italian small plates and fresh salads make up the menu.

Happy Pi Day 2022: Celebrate March 14 with $3.14 pizza, other deals

March 14 is National Pi Day, the annual celebration of the mathematical ratio of a circle’s circumference to its diameter (3.14), and you can score some related deals.

Canned pet food shortage continues amid supply chain woes

The canned pet food industry continues to feel the burn as supply chain woes and increases in price leave many pet owners improvising their dog or cat’s next meal.

‘It’s like family’: Original Outback Steakhouse employee helps company celebrate 34 years

Exactly 34 years ago this month, an unknown Australian-themed restaurant opened the doors of its first location on Henderson Boulevard in Tampa. Now, it's grown into a billion-dollar brand we all know today as Outback Steakhouse, but it wouldn't have been possible without great staff from the start.