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Portillo’s brings its Chicago beef and hot dogs to Waterford Lakes with new location opening Thursday
Read full article: Portillo’s brings its Chicago beef and hot dogs to Waterford Lakes with new location opening ThursdayChicago-based Portillo’s is set to open its seventh location in Florida on Thursday in Orlando.
☕ Naughty or nice? 24 holiday coffee drinks ranked from ‘healthiest’ to unhealthiest
Read full article: ☕ Naughty or nice? 24 holiday coffee drinks ranked from ‘healthiest’ to unhealthiestThe holiday season is the perfect time of year to enjoy a cup of coffee, whether you're settling into a coffee shop armchair and catching up with friends, or pulling into a drive-thru for a quick reprieve while running errands.
Tijuana Flats reopens Orlando location, reveals plans to bounce back after bankruptcy
Read full article: Tijuana Flats reopens Orlando location, reveals plans to bounce back after bankruptcyIn April, Winter Park based Tijuana Flats filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection and closed multiple locations
Disney chefs offer tips and tricks for the perfect holiday feast
Read full article: Disney chefs offer tips and tricks for the perfect holiday feastThe holidays have arrived, which for many means a family feast is in order. To help everyone create the perfect spread, a pair of Disney chefs are offering their expertise.
This year’s top restaurants have been revealed. Here are Florida’s picks
Read full article: This year’s top restaurants have been revealed. Here are Florida’s picksOpenTable has released its picks for the top 100 restaurants of 2024 — and a few of those selections can be found right here in the Sunshine State.
This new Florida Publix has a burrito bar and ‘Pours Area.’ Here’s what to know
Read full article: This new Florida Publix has a burrito bar and ‘Pours Area.’ Here’s what to knowOn Thursday, Publix celebrated the opening of its latest remodeled grocery store, and it’s offering a few interesting features for customers.
Here’s which Winn-Dixies will reopen as ALDI stores in Central Florida
Read full article: Here’s which Winn-Dixies will reopen as ALDI stores in Central FloridaCentral Floridians are set to get new ALDI stores in Deltona, Orlando, St. Cloud, Melbourne, Ormond Beach, Port St. John and Leesburg, according to an ALDI spokesperson.
Here’s how you can donate to the ‘Black Men Sundays’ turkey drive
Read full article: Here’s how you can donate to the ‘Black Men Sundays’ turkey driveNews 6 photographer and “Black Men Sundays” host Corie Murray’s turkey drive is back again. Online donations are being accepted to help feed families of the Boys and Girls Clubs of Central Florida for the holidays.
New Publix store coming to Central Florida next month. Here’s where it’ll go
Read full article: New Publix store coming to Central Florida next month. Here’s where it’ll goThe store will feature a second-story sitting area, offer a pharmacy and host a liquor shop. But it'll be missing out on one notable feature.
🍗 Light versus dark—the color of the turkey meat is due to the job of the muscle
Read full article: 🍗 Light versus dark—the color of the turkey meat is due to the job of the muscleAt Thanksgiving dinner, lucky families will avoid impassioned discussions about religion and politics. But another argument is almost inevitable: white meat versus dark meat.
Butterfly Lifestyle helps feed Pine Hills community as need continues to grow
Read full article: Butterfly Lifestyle helps feed Pine Hills community as need continues to growShereece Mitchell-Sanchez has been working tirelessly since 2021 to help feed people living and working in the Pine Hills community.
Seminole County pizzeria faces financial hardship after Hurricane Milton
Read full article: Seminole County pizzeria faces financial hardship after Hurricane MiltonWith one location in Lake Mary, Diaz expanded to downtown Sanford just over a year ago. In recent weeks, he’s found himself facing significant financial challenges.
🥫 Just 5% of America’s food waste is composted. Which states are getting it done?
Read full article: 🥫 Just 5% of America’s food waste is composted. Which states are getting it done?Americans composted about 3.3 million tons of food waste in 2019, according to the Environmental Protection Agency's most recent estimates.
Sanford Brewing Company goes cash-only, pays staff directly amid uncertainty about future
Read full article: Sanford Brewing Company goes cash-only, pays staff directly amid uncertainty about futureSanford Brewing Company embarked on a weekend of all-day happy hour and cash-only sales that went directly to employees amid concerns over the future.
🍬 23 Halloween candies ranked from healthiest to unhealthiest
Read full article: 🍬 23 Halloween candies ranked from healthiest to unhealthiestSpooky season has arrived, and whether you dress in costume with full abandon or turn off the porch lights first thing on Halloween night, there's one thing that's unavoidable this time of year: candy.
World Central Kitchen offering free meals in DeLand for people impacted by Hurricane Milton
Read full article: World Central Kitchen offering free meals in DeLand for people impacted by Hurricane MiltonWorld Central Kitchen, a nonprofit that offers food relief, announced they will be offering free means in DeLand and 19 other Florida locations on Saturday for those affected by Hurricane Milton.
Old Brevard crab shack, seafood market damaged by Hurricane Milton
Read full article: Old Brevard crab shack, seafood market damaged by Hurricane MiltonA once-popular stop for cracking open crabs and eating seafood next to the Indian River was severely damaged when the roof over those benches that guests sat at for decades collapsed during Hurricane Milton.
These Central Florida restaurants are reopening after Hurricane Milton
Read full article: These Central Florida restaurants are reopening after Hurricane MiltonThe good news (and a good sign for the community) is that several popular restaurants will be back open tonight for people looking to take a break from being stuck in their homes.
Waffle House Index shows few Central Florida locations open after Hurricane Milton
Read full article: Waffle House Index shows few Central Florida locations open after Hurricane MiltonOn Thursday afternoon, many Waffle Houses in Central Florida, Tampa Bay and Southwest Florida were still closed, and the ones that were open could only offer limited service.
Shoppers stock up as Orange County prepares for Hurricane Milton
Read full article: Shoppers stock up as Orange County prepares for Hurricane MiltonShoppers filled the Publix in the Packing District and Costco in Winter Park on Monday, grabbing last-minute supplies ahead of Hurricane Milton’s expected arrival.
Orlando bars sue city after being forced to pay nearly $850K for police
Read full article: Orlando bars sue city after being forced to pay nearly $850K for policeFollowing a number of shootings in the area, the city decided to impose new rules in an attempt to improve safety and draw more people to the district.
Central Florida family restaurant closes after nearly 50 years
Read full article: Central Florida family restaurant closes after nearly 50 yearsA nearly half-century-old business announced its end on Wednesday, Oct. 2 when owner Dominic Commesso released a statement on Facebook saying Dominick’s, a southern Italian restaurant in Winter Springs, is permanently closing.
🍲 Americans love frozen meals, processed foods. We still don’t fully understand what it’s doing to our bodies
Read full article: 🍲 Americans love frozen meals, processed foods. We still don’t fully understand what it’s doing to our bodiesOver the past two decades, ultra-processed foods have grown to make up a majority of Americans' daily calorie intake, and a growing body of research suggests these cheaper eats could be costing us our lives.
Plate Above Catering now offering monthly pop-up café in Central Florida. Here’s how to give it a try
Read full article: Plate Above Catering now offering monthly pop-up café in Central Florida. Here’s how to give it a tryPlate Above Catering, which helps to fund Second Harvest Food Bank, is now offering a pop-up lunch café once a month.
Central Florida-based fried chicken chain celebrates 20th anniversary, opens Longwood restaurant
Read full article: Central Florida-based fried chicken chain celebrates 20th anniversary, opens Longwood restaurantTwenty years ago, two men who met golfing at Ole Miss opened their first restaurant, Huey Magoo’s in Oviedo. Matt Armstrong and Thad Hudgens are celebrating these two decades of success, but also the opening of their chain's first Longwood location.
Earning a Michelin star opened new doors for Orlando chef Mike Collantes
Read full article: Earning a Michelin star opened new doors for Orlando chef Mike CollantesMike Collantes started his culinary career inside Orlando's Fashion Square mall, but he now counts himself among the exclusive ranks of Michelin-starred chefs.
Kelly’s Homemade Ice Cream, Parlor Kitchen launch ghoulishly delicious treats in October
Read full article: Kelly’s Homemade Ice Cream, Parlor Kitchen launch ghoulishly delicious treats in OctoberFor National Dessert Day and Halloween, the owners of Kelly’s Homemade Ice Cream and Parlor Kitchen decided to collaborate to make limited-edition treats inspired by Parlor Kitchen’s specialty — cookie-stuffed waffles.
Owner of The Hammered Lamb shares struggles of running a small business
Read full article: Owner of The Hammered Lamb shares struggles of running a small businessAmid the pandemic and Orlando's ongoing growth and development, Jason Lambert has been striving to keep his businesses running while also being a force for good in the community.
Here are the popular Orlando-area restaurants that have closed since beginning of September
Read full article: Here are the popular Orlando-area restaurants that have closed since beginning of SeptemberSince the beginning of the month, multiple restaurants that have been in the community for years announced they are closing their doors for good.
Pom Pom’s Teahouse & Sandwicheria in Orlando closing after nearly 20 years in business
Read full article: Pom Pom’s Teahouse & Sandwicheria in Orlando closing after nearly 20 years in businessFor nearly two decades Pom Pom's Teahouse & Sandwicheria has been a staple in the Milk District community, but now the business is shuttering for good.
‘Gotten worse and worse:’ Orlando restaurant fights to survive amid construction woes
Read full article: ‘Gotten worse and worse:’ Orlando restaurant fights to survive amid construction woesOrlando businesses have faced a series of challenges in recent years – first the pandemic, then inflation, and now construction.
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Disney’s menu of Hispanic and Latin American cuisine
Read full article: Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Disney’s menu of Hispanic and Latin American cuisineGet a taste of Hispanic culture at Disney World and Disney Springs as their culinary team brings the flavors of Latin America to Central Florida.
Publix brings back old ice cream flavors for limited time. Here’s the lineup
Read full article: Publix brings back old ice cream flavors for limited time. Here’s the lineupThe company announced that the flavors will return to stores starting in September, and they will remain available while supplies last.
‘Hardest thing I’ve ever had to do:’ Kappy’s Subs in Maitland closing after 57 years
Read full article: ‘Hardest thing I’ve ever had to do:’ Kappy’s Subs in Maitland closing after 57 yearsKappy’s Subs, an iconic Central Florida eatery that has been open for 57 years, announced it is closing for good.
🍔 Does where you live determine how you eat? New study uncovers America’s emotional eating patterns
Read full article: 🍔 Does where you live determine how you eat? New study uncovers America’s emotional eating patternsPersonality plays a part, but a 2024 Hims study shows regionality may also play a significant role in eating behavior.
Traveling Edgar Allan Poe speakeasy coming to these 3 Central Florida cities
Read full article: Traveling Edgar Allan Poe speakeasy coming to these 3 Central Florida citiesThe Edgar Allan Poe Cocktail Experience, a “chilling cocktail experience dedicated to the stories” of the American writer, is coming to three Central Florida cities in September.
A top Delta Air Lines executive is leaving to lead the company that owns Outback Steakhouse
Read full article: A top Delta Air Lines executive is leaving to lead the company that owns Outback SteakhouseA high-ranking Delta Air Lines executive whose impending departure was announced last week has been named CEO of Bloomin’ Brands, which owns Outback Steakhouse and several other restaurant chains.
Disney to waive right to arbitration; allergy death to proceed in court
Read full article: Disney to waive right to arbitration; allergy death to proceed in courtDisney announced it’s waiving its arbitration in a wrongful death lawsuit filed by the husband of a doctor who died following a meal at an Irish restaurant at Disney Springs.
‘Fatally flawed:’ Disney+ subscription threatens lawsuit after woman dies during Florida trip
Read full article: ‘Fatally flawed:’ Disney+ subscription threatens lawsuit after woman dies during Florida tripNearly a year after her death, Disney is now trying to dodge a wrongful death lawsuit by pointing to her husband's Disney+ subscription.