The festival gives Lakelanders the chance to sample barbecue made by competing local enthusiasts and pitmasters from across the U.S.
Category: Food & Dining
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Born & Bread Bakehouse Receives James Beard Outstanding Bakery Nomination
The bakery is among 20 semifinalists for one of the nation’s most prestigious culinary awards.
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Lakeland’s Late Night Dessert Shop Debuts with Weekend Event
Vampire Penguin will introduce their shaved snow desserts and indie gothic bookstore in downtown Lakeland this Friday and Saturday.
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Lake Miriam Publix Reopens After 16-Month Rebuild
The Lakeland store returns with a fresh new look, expanded food options, and a nod to its 48-year legacy.
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Lakeland’s Savage Tacos Is Cooking Up Its Next Chapter
From late nights building their first food truck to plans for a brick-and-mortar spot, Daniel Cox and Lillian Rodriguez are serving up more than just tacos.
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Lucky Goat Coffee Co. Now Open at Merchant’s Walk
The family-owned franchise is the first location for the Tallahassee-based chain
Posted inDowntown
Prima 135 Steakhouse Moves Closer to Reality
Design phase wraps for the transformation of Lakeland’s historic Florida National Bank Building, with building permits next and opening slated for summer 2026.
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Lakeland ‘Island Breeze Tiki Bar’ Now Set for 2026 Opening
Beachy décor and island cocktails — downtown’s next hot spot aims to bring a splash of paradise to Main Street.
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Lakeland Blade-Throwing Cafe Gets The Ax
Ax-Caliber Lakeland announces ‘a bittersweet goodbye.’
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Tampa Seafood Restaurant to Open in Lakeland
5-Star Seafood will take the place of a former coffee shop on South Florida Avenue