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Category: Dining

Posted inPeople

Lakeland Native Juli McShay Releases Family-Inspired Cookbook

by Stephanie Claytor November 24, 2023November 24, 2023

The theme of the cookbook is that food alone can’t sustain us; we also need faith and community to survive.

Bedrock Wings U.S. 92 E.
Posted inDining

Bedrock Wings Moving Into Downtown Space Vacated by Pita Pit

by Stephanie Claytor September 7, 2023December 1, 2023

Owner Sam Joaquin is closing the Bedrock location on U.S. 92 East and bringing the employees to the new spot.

Pita Pit and Dissent Craft Brewing in downtown Lakeland
Posted inBusiness

Pita Pit Says Farewell, But Dissent Brewing ‘Not Going Anywhere’

Cindy Glover by Cindy Glover August 30, 2023August 30, 2023

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.

Posted inDining

New Thai Restaurant Delivers Authentic Flavors to South Lakeland

by Stephanie Claytor July 20, 2023July 20, 2023

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.

Posted inBusiness

Gourmet Popcorn is a Family Affair for Four Lakeland Brothers and Their Mom

by Stephanie Claytor July 13, 2023July 14, 2023

Four Brothers Popcorn Co. was founded in April and has gained an enthusiastic following in local foodie groups.

Posted inDining

New Owners Plan to Transform ‘Red Door’ to ‘Peach House’

by Kimberly C. Moore June 19, 2023June 19, 2023

The entrepreneurs behind downtown’s Revival cocktail lounge hope to open a restaurant in the fall, but ‘there’s still a long way ahead.’

Posted inDining

Vegan Cafe Opens Near Downtown Lakeland

by Stephanie Claytor June 12, 2023June 12, 2023

Opening the cafe is ‘a dream’ for owner Rima Schillinger, after years of building a following at Catapult and farmers’ markets.

Posted inDining

Lakeland Sisters Open Jona-Bells Cafe on City’s North Side

by Stephanie Claytor May 29, 2023May 29, 2023

Lake Gibson HS grads Joni and Isabella Wilcox are excited to share their passion for coffee, acai bowls, fresh juices and Brazilian flavors.

Posted inDining

‘It Was Time,’ Red Door Owner Says About Closure

by Stephanie Claytor May 4, 2023May 4, 2023

The fine dining establishment shuttered Tuesday, after being a staple of the Lakeland foodie scene for 15 years.

Gianna and Farhad Rhamani
Posted inDining

New Food Truck Brings Persian Flavors to Lakeland

by Stephanie Claytor March 13, 2023March 21, 2023

The Feasts of Persia food truck merges the flavors of Iran and the U.S. The signature dish is a kabob burger.

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