Food

Gates closed outside Unfiltered Lakeland coffeeshop
Business
LoveBird’s owner is planning another Lakeland restaurant
Restaurateur Jeremy Brumley says he’s in early stages of planning a new concept at the former site of Unfiltered Lakeland.
April 19, 2024 04:36 PM
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Connor Jacobson
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Food
Feeling fresh: Smoothies, salads, and acai in the 863
Sometimes we just want something light and refreshing.
April 19, 2024
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Rilee Delgado
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New to Lakeland
Your guide to Lakeland’s coffee shops
If you don’t have coffee already in hand, consider this your sign to grab some.
April 11, 2024
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Staff
An outdoor view of the Grasslands Golf Course in Lakeland from the balcony of the clubhouse
Food
What would you choose for your Masters Champions Dinner?
Fill your menu with local food and drink.
April 9, 2024
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Connor Jacobson
A student employee of Morning Grind hands a coffee cup to a customer across the coffee cart.
Business
Grab a cup from Morning Grind, Florida Southern College’s student-run coffee cart
See how students are learning about entrepreneurship with this experiential learning lab.
April 5, 2024
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Connor Jacobson
Three small funnel cakes topped with chocolate, caramel, and powdered sugar sit on a paper plate on top of a wood picnic table.
Food
It’s all in the family at Funnel Feasts
Dominik Rahmani is following in his parents’ footsteps to bring delicious food truck bites to Lakeland. Learn more about what inspired him to open Funnel Feasts.
April 5, 2024
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Connor Jacobson
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Culture
Easter festivities happening around Lakeland this weekend
Make your weekend egg-cellent by taking in one of these Easter-themed events.
March 27, 2024
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Rilee Delgado
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Food
Vote in LALtoday’s coffee shop bracket
We want to know: Where is the best coffee shop in Lakeland? Vote for your favorite to help determine a champion.
March 26, 2024
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Staff
A giant pretzel on a plate with white queso and honey mustard dipping sauces.
Food
Get your snack on with these Lakeland bites
Whether you’re feeling salty or sweet, check out these snacks to satisfy your next craving.
March 21, 2024
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Amelia Herring
Four white plates sit on a brown wooden table. Two contain two slices of French toast while the other two contain scrambled eggs, bacon, and sausage links.
Culture
Answered: Your picks for Lakeland’s hidden gems
From food and drink to retail and attractions — we asked you for what hidden gems make Lakeland the best and you delivered.
March 15, 2024
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Amelia Herring
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Reececliff diner at night
Food
Celebrating Pi Day with Lakeland’s longest-running restaurant
When visiting Reececliff Diner, you simply can’t forget the pie.
March 13, 2024
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Amelia Herring
A crowd dressed in green celebrates at a St. Patrick's Day street party. The street is lined with lit palm trees and festive banners are hung between them over the partiers.
Food
Try your luck at these St. Patrick’s Day events
It’s the perfect day for live music, traditional foods, and green beer.
March 12, 2024
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Intern
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Food
20+ great brunch restaurants to try in Lakeland
Check out these brunch restaurants, cafes, and diners in Lakeland, serving a variety of egg dishes, mimosas, bloody marys, and more.
March 8, 2024
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Rilee Delgado
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Food
Peach Cobbler Factory in Lakeland is now open
Here’s what you need to know about Lakeland’s newest spot for sweets.
March 1, 2024
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Amelia Herring
Entrance to Munn Park with trees, benches, and signage
Experience
Spring events happening in and around Lakeland
Check out spring and flower-themed events happening in and around Swan City in this seasonal guide.
February 29, 2024
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Brianna Williams
A hand holding up two boxes of Thin Mints and Samoas with a palm tree in the background.
Food
Where to find Girl Scout cookies in Lakeland
We’ve got you covered when it comes to Girl Scout cookie season — scout’s honor.
February 26, 2024
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Amelia Herring
A rendering shows three buildings surrounding a pedestrian courtyard.
City
Downtown Winter Haven’s new Bowen Yard development nears completion
Get ready to “Gather, Eat, Chill” at Bowen Yard in downtown Winter Haven.
February 22, 2024
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Rilee Delgado
The Florida Strawberry Festival at night. Crowds walk between colorful, lit booths selling food like candy apples, lemonade, corndogs, and cotton candy.
Events
Your guide to the Florida Strawberry Festival
It’s the sweetest time of year — Florida Strawberry Festival time. Read our guide so you don’t get in a (strawberry) jam.
February 20, 2024
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Kaylee Holland
A hand holds a bagel sandwich in front of Uncle Nick's Deli in Lakeland. The cheese bagel is wrapped in aluminum foil. The deli is in a small shopping center and has a few tables and chairs by the front entrance.
Food
Where to find fresh bagels around Lakeland
Plain, with cream cheese, or topped with an egg, bagels are sure to be a hole in one. Order one from these local bakeries, delis, and cafes.
February 19, 2024
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Connor Jacobson
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A hand holding a slice of cheesecake in front of Almora Sweets dessert shop. The cheesecake is filled with chocolate chips and topped with chocolate drizzle, placed inside a plastic box. The storefront in the background has an "Almora" sign and small seating area.
Food
Satisfy your sweet tooth with these local desserts
When cravings hit, level up your dessert game at one of these local sweet shops and makers in Lakeland, Florida.
February 13, 2024
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Rilee Delgado
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Experience
Date night ideas for every type of Lakelander
Got a hot new fling? Hoping to spice things up with your longtime partner? We’re here to help plan your next date in Swan City.
February 8, 2024
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Brianna Williams
a man barbecues ribs on an open grill outside with people in the background
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We’re fired up about Ribs on the Ridge happening this weekend
Get the juicy details on the third + final leg of the Florida Triple Crown of BBQ’s three-event competition.
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A rendering of The Depot 303 food hall, showing a white one-story building with black trim and design accents. The top of the building has a small sign that reads "The Depot 303."
Real Estate
Get a sneak peek at The Depot 303, Mulberry’s first food hall
As this food hall gets closer to opening, see the latest renderings of the 14,000-sqft indoor and outdoor space coming to The Depot 303 in downtown Mulberry.
February 1, 2024
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Connor Jacobson
Vanilla Dream Cold Brew at Andrew's Coffee
Sponsored
Meet Andrew’s Coffee — the new cafe replacing happyfastdelicious
The bold drive-thru coffee spot regrouped and launched a new concept based on Lakelanders’ feedback.
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A table full of trays with barbecue, hot dogs, burgers, and more.
Food
It’s time to get hungry: Check out your new favorite Lakeland restaurant
Dining in Lakeland is always a fresh experience with new restaurants popping up all the time — and more on the way.
January 26, 2024
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Rilee Delgado
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Sponsored
Ready, set, grill: Grills Gone Wild returns Feb. 9-10
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Chef Marcos Fernandez of Nineteen61 carefully crafts a plate in the restaurant's kitchen. Next to him on the counter are prep containers and ingredients.
Food
Lakeland’s local restaurant picks for the James Beard Awards
Lakeland’s restaurants are deserving of recognition — see who our readers think deserves a prestigious James Beard Award next year.
January 24, 2024
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Gabe Guarente
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Sponsored
Pig out, LAL: Pigfest returns Jan. 26-27
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A woman in a dress points to a large cake made by Publix for the fourth anniversary of Lakeland's Dixieland neighborhood.
Culture
A slice of Lakeland history: The Dixieland anniversary cake of 1952
Do you remember the time Publix made a huge birthday cake for an entire Lakeland neighborhood? Read on for the story.
January 16, 2024
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Connor Jacobson
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