The theme of the cookbook is that food alone can’t sustain us; we also need faith and community to survive.
Category: Dining
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Bedrock Wings Moving Into Downtown Space Vacated by Pita Pit
Owner Sam Joaquin is closing the Bedrock location on U.S. 92 East and bringing the employees to the new spot.
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Pita Pit Says Farewell, But Dissent Brewing ‘Not Going Anywhere’
The historic building that houses the two businesses was listed for sale at $1.35 million. It is under contract with closing scheduled for Sept. 15.
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New Thai Restaurant Delivers Authentic Flavors to South Lakeland
Savory Thai is the fulfillment of a dream that began when matriarch May Lee arrived in the U.S. at age 8 as a Hmong refugee.
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Gourmet Popcorn is a Family Affair for Four Lakeland Brothers and Their Mom
Four Brothers Popcorn Co. was founded in April and has gained an enthusiastic following in local foodie groups.
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New Owners Plan to Transform ‘Red Door’ to ‘Peach House’
The entrepreneurs behind downtown’s Revival cocktail lounge hope to open a restaurant in the fall, but ‘there’s still a long way ahead.’
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Vegan Cafe Opens Near Downtown Lakeland
Opening the cafe is ‘a dream’ for owner Rima Schillinger, after years of building a following at Catapult and farmers’ markets.
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Lakeland Sisters Open Jona-Bells Cafe on City’s North Side
Lake Gibson HS grads Joni and Isabella Wilcox are excited to share their passion for coffee, acai bowls, fresh juices and Brazilian flavors.
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‘It Was Time,’ Red Door Owner Says About Closure
The fine dining establishment shuttered Tuesday, after being a staple of the Lakeland foodie scene for 15 years.
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New Food Truck Brings Persian Flavors to Lakeland
The Feasts of Persia food truck merges the flavors of Iran and the U.S. The signature dish is a kabob burger.