FOOD

Florida already has an official state pie — key lime — but might soon designate strawberry shortcake as the official state dessert.

If you’re a coffee lover or a self-proclaimed addict, you might rate its level of importance on your daily life fairly high.

Atheist reader’s religious friend has started saying a pre-meal prayer out loud before they eat together.

The author and TV host speaks about the "shame" behind his lifelong struggle with overeating.

“Charcuterie Chalets” have been popping up all over social media.

Anyone hosting a holiday soiree in the next week or so, and you’re wondering what to offer in terms of a seasonally appropriate cocktail?

A senior international aid official says Afghanistan is being hit by multiple crises that are “progressively getting worse,” with drought, economic collapse and displacement all pushing the population into catastrophic hunger

The pandemic certainly taught us how to get creative when it comes to celebrating holidays.

Our national cuisine has roots much deeper than the contributions of any individual icon: Your weekly guide to the best in books

We all love spoiling our pets, and amid the spoiling we do to ourselves on Thanksgiving with all the delicious food, some of us consider doing the same for our pets.

Carrying on with Alonzo “Zo” Mourning’s annual 33 Thanksgiving tradition, volunteers distributed food on Tuesday at the Overtown Youth Center in Miami.

Have you ever sat back and wondered, “If I were a Thanksgiving food, what would I be?” ... Yeah, safe to say, probably no one has!

With Thanksgiving just around the corner, you’ve likely either made a detailed grocery list, or you’ve thought a lot about what you will serve at the table.

La Natural in Miami made Esquire’s best new restaurants list, published Thursday, coming in at No. 16. The magazine had three pizza spots share that rank, the others in Connecticut and Oregon.

Reese's releases its largest peanut butter cup ever in the form of a full-size Thanksgiving pie.

The high street stalwart has benefited from pent-up demand during the pandemic. But it faces a more difficult consumer environment in 2022.

Krispy Kreme has released three new Thanksgiving dessert-inspired doughnuts for the month of November.

You’ve probably seen a community library pop up, as they’re often spotted in different neighborhoods. They’re typically filled with used books that people in the neighborhood can take, as well as drop off books they are finished with.

Carvel ice cream is known for its signature chocolate crunchies, but this holiday season, the national ice cream purveyor is teaming up with Lotus Biscoff to introduce ‘Cookie Butter Crunchies.’

Walt Disney World has shared details on its blog about some of the delicious food and drinks at its resort hotels for the holiday season.

Fear not -- it's just a little candy. We're here to give you some ideas on when to eat it.

Miami-based fans of seasonal granola and cookie butter, rejoice: Trader Joe’s is opening its third South Florida location in Coral Gables on Friday.

We’re rolling with joy — it is officially cinnamon roll season at Homestead’s very own Knaus Berry Farm. On Tuesday, the popular bakery and farm reopened for its 65th season.

Thukpa, an intensely flavored chicken noodle soup, has been Chef Maneet Chauhan's go-to meal on chilly nights since she first tasted it in Guwahati, Assam.

A great fall tradition is roasting all the pumpkin seeds that you scoop out of your soon-to-be jack-o’-lantern -- and you’ve more than likely done it in the oven.

While most of the country longs for warm, comforting soups as November approaches, South Florida residents tend to crave something a little more... crustacean. We’re talking about Florida stone crab season, and it’s just begun. From October 15 until May 1, the eagerly anticipated annual harvest of stone crab claws causes a frenzy in South Florida.

There are so many things to love about this time of year, including Friendsgiving, which is when a group of friends gathers together to celebrate Thanksgiving.

If you find your gaze immediately wandering to the selection of rosé when presented with a wine menu, then we have the festival for you — an entire festival dedicated to rosé is coming to Fort Lauderdale.

There’s just something magical about the fall: The weather, the change in season, that feeling that Halloween is almost here, and for some, crunchy leaves, sweaters and bonfires.

BurgerFi, headquartered in Palm Beach, announced Monday it is buying Fort Lauderdale-based Anthony’s Coal Fired Pizza & Wings in a $161.3 million deal.

Sergio’s Cuban Restaurant celebrated the fourth annual Croqueta Day on Friday with a 6.6-foot-long crispy log.

If you’re a coffee lover, you probably already know there are some pretty great health benefits, but we’re guessing your main reason for drinking it might be that fantastic caffeine high you get that helps you make it through the day.

Yes, Wednesday, Sept. 29 is National Coffee Day. There seems to be a national holiday for just about anything and everything these days, but with this one, we can't fully espresso our excitement. We've rounded up some of the best deals on coffee, lattes, cortaditos, and cafecitos in South Florida.

Although sunny and tropical South Florida may not be the quintessential spot to consume a hot bowl of hearty chili, it turns out the very best bowl in the entire Sunshine State is being made right in the heart of Magic City.

Gone are the hot and muggy nights of late August and early September, because “fall,” (a one-degree dip in temperature), is upon us in Florida, which means one thing — outdoor dining season is about to begin. Here are the best cities for outdoor dining.

Samuel Adams' limited edition "Utopias" beer is illegal in 15 states, because of its high alcohol content.

Adding to the (unofficial) fact that Miami-Dade County is turning into New York City’s sixth borough is the news that Joe’s Pizza will be opening its first Florida location in the spring of 2022 in Miami's Wynwood neighborhood.

Miami Beach’s newest modern Vietnamese restaurant and café was once only available for dine-in and pickup, but now, it can be delivered across the Venetian Causeway and straight to your door. And the story of Benh Mi starts as so many new projects have — during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic.

A love of Mexico’s indigenous heritage, a passion for traditional Mexican fare, a thirst for natural wine (that tastes better when enjoyed among friends), and a longing for vinyl music is the inspiration behind Coconut Grove’s newest restaurant, Los Felix, opening this month.

Groot Hospitality, founded by David Grutman, is set to unveil three new dining concepts on Miami Beach’s Alton Road on September 3. The trifecta of restaurants will be located at the former Firestone Garage along 16th Street and Alton Road.

According to Roasty Coffee, Miamians really enjoy coffee, caffeine, and pumpkin spice lattes.

Wine-tasting in and of itself really is as basic as it sounds. But still, if you've never gone before, it's understandable that you might have some questions.

Out of the top 10 Best Brunch Spots in the United States in 2021, coming in at No. 9 is none other than Oxford Exchange in Tampa, Florida.

Chick-Fil-A restaurants have closed dining rooms across the country due to worker shortages.

Florida’s got its fair share of regional fast food chains that started right here on Sunshine State-soil. However, when it comes to the best Florida-based fast food chain in the Sunshine State, it’s none other than 4 Rivers Smokehouse.

Getting dinner on the table at a reasonable hour can be a challenge, but those who have Instant Pots know that dinner can be done in 30 minutes or less with this trendy cooking machine.

Cherries, apples, bananas and spinach are just a few of the fresh ingredients to throw into the blender.

Although Starbucks hasn’t officially announced any details about the fall menu yet, it’s been leaked online with a rollout date of August 24, and it looks like several favorites will be back — while one major favorite will be noticeably absent.

Meet La Birra Bar, the Buenos Aires-based burger shop founded in 2001, which is making its way to the States with its first location in North Miami Beach. La Birra Bar will be the first Argentine hamburger chain to reach the U.S. when it opens its doors on August 16 at 6:30 p.m.

Just north of Fort Lauderdale will lie a new restaurant that blends modern American dishes with “Peruvian flair and Italian comfort,” and it might just become your new local favorite.

Florida is full of burgers — from the classic, old school, mom and pop burgers to the high-end, wagyu, and way-too-much-bacon varieties — we’ve got them all. However, only one burger shop in Florida reigns supreme, and it may come as a surprise to you.

Today, August 4, is National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day. And just like all good things in life, this special holiday will crumb to an end. Therefore, hurry on out to one of these establishments offering deals and more on National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day.

Tripadvisor has announced the winners of its 2021 Travelers’ Choice “Best of the Best” Restaurants awards. Miami and Key West are well represented, with seven total winners, including the No. 1 Best Vegan Restaurant and the No. 2 best restaurant for Everyday Eats in the entire country.

Dine Out Lauderdale season is finally here, where locals and visitors alike can get the chance to explore Fort Lauderdale’s delicious culinary scene throughout the months of August through September.

Scientists at the University of Florida are conducting new research that can provide South Florida commercial papaya growers with additional options and a competitive edge in the dessert fruit market.

Vicky Bakery, which has been a part of the South Florida community for over 49 years, is now offering franchising opportunities for the first time since expanding.

According to Google trends research, the most popular junk food in the state of Florida is none other than Häagen-Dazs ice cream, followed by tres leches cake and Ben & Jerry’s ice cream.

Water is an efficient way to cook, whether you want to submerge food in liquid or surround it by steam.

Recipes with some serious spice.

Sometimes, you have to be fast or you’ll be food.

The loss of routines, school day rhythms, cherished after-school activities and face-to-face friendships likely fueled the eating disorder increase.

Going to a shelter to ride out a hurricane? Take these items with you.