Date fruit sales in U.S. skyrockets as shoppers seek healthier foods

One of human history's oldest-cultivated foods is having a moment as more people reach for healthier alternatives to ultra-processed foods.

5-Ingredient Fresh Homemade Pesto Sauce

It's a masterclass in making the perfect fresh pesto pasta paired with a restaurant-secret Caesar dressing.

Sixth-grader finds 85-million-year-old fossil on club field trip

Corbin Bullard didn’t know exactly what he’d found while on a field trip with his 4-H Geology Club, “but I knew that it was something big."

Popular breakfast spot Pach's Place maintains beloved 40-year morning tradition

It's been a breakfast favorite for South Tampa residents for 40 years. Now Pach's Place wants the community to know that they are still open even though the building the restaurant is housed in is under renovation.

Sherpa left behind on Everest survives 6 days with no food, oxygen

A sherpa left behind in the closing rush of Mt. Everest’s climbing season was found alive this week, dragging himself down the world’s tallest mountain after six days with no food or oxygen.

West Tampa restaurant wins recognition with outstanding Cuban sandwich

Scott Wall's culinary career began in New Jersey. He and his family relocated to Land O' Lakes, where he had his first experience creating a Cuban sandwich. In that learning process, a labor of love was born. He called it Los Gringos.

Judge halts Trump SNAP state restrictions: What to know

A federal judge halted the Trump administration’s efforts to force states to comply with certain conditions in order to get billions of dollars in SNAP funding.

Mortgage rates are moving again: What homebuyers need to know

U.S. mortgage rates eased this week from their highest level in nine months, offering modest relief to prospective homebuyers.

Healthy Eating: Mediterranean Meal Prep | Dinner DeeAs
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Learn how to save time in the kitchen and pack your week full of delicious flavors without overthinking dinner.

Scientists reveal why you're probably throwing away meat too soon

Auburn University researchers are developing a way to predict meat spoilage more accurately using microbial data and predictive modeling, which could lead to more precise sell-by dates.

National Doughnut Day 2026 deals and freebies

National Doughnut Day is here! Here’s where to score the best freebies and deals to celebrate the occasion.

National Donut Day: From front lines to family shops, hot glazed donuts remain the ultimate comfort food

The annual National Donut Day celebration is the first Friday of June; and as local donut shops bring communities together across the Tampa Bay Area to honor a sweet tradition, one shop owner tells us the story of how it was born.

Heat map: Here's who's least likely to have air conditioning

As summer temperatures climb, new Census Bureau data reveals that access to air conditioning isn't equal across all counties.

Elevated Comfort Food: Gluten-Free Chicken Tenders | Dinner DeeAs
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We make an approachable and elevated dish which proves that healthy eating can feel completely indulgent without causing a food coma.

Summer crops and fertilizer usage awareness
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David Whitwam with Whitwam Organics breaks down the summer fertilizer ban, and what this means for your summer crops.

Hernando Beach's Silver Dolphin Restaurant
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In Hernando Beach, there's a cozy coastal hotspot with plenty of yummy eats waiting for you to visit.

Uber's latest lost and found list includes ankle monitor, grillz and human hair

From smartphones and wallets to viral Labubu plushies, Uber’s latest Lost & Found Index reveals the most surprising items riders left behind this year.

Five-Star Fine Dining In Your Own Kitchen | Dinner DeeAs
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Bring five-star restaurant flavor straight to your dining room with these stunning recipes for juicy bone-in pork chops seared to perfection, paired with a sweet, vibrant homemade blueberry chutney and an ultra-rich, rustic three-cheese potato smash.