Food

Learn the back story of Strollo’s, a restaurant that first introduced Italian cuisine to Lakeland in the 1940s.
Ignore the logistics — we’re day dreaming about Lakeland eateries we’d love to dine at via drive-thru, if we could wave a magic wand.
We’re on a mission to map out Lakeland’s top destinations for foodies, art lovers, and pet parents. Learn how you can help.
This classic Florida menu item was created just down the road in Ybor City — since then, it’s become a favorite for Lakelanders on lunch.
While we always hate to say goodbye, we also want to know: What would you put in these now-vacant Lakeland buildings?
Dig into LAL’s must-try pizza shops including Palace Pizza, J. Burns’ Pizza Shop, and more.
Show what you know at these weekly trivia events.
We put together a list of local wellness spots that incorporate health + wellness into their practices and products. Now sit back, relax, and find your next go-to Lakeland establishment before booking yourself a well-deserved spa day.
Don’t wait until fall to show your favorite small business some love. Here’s how you can support them in person and online.
Get the recipe for Chalet Suzanne’s Soup Romaine, which was requested by astronauts for the Apollo 15 mission.
A dollar from the sale of these cocktails will be donated to a different charity each month.
How one woman transformed a community, put Lake Wales on the map, and sent her soup to the moon.
Take a bite out of the local citrus industry’s history with a self-guided tour of labels found around Polk County.
Ready for your lunch break? Check out these 25 lunches from hearty salads to diner-style bites.
I scream, you scream, we all scream for — you get the point. Check out this list to find your perfect scoop, sandwich, sundae, or snowball.
Don’t get your father figure another tie this year. Instead, treat dad to a meal at one of these local spots offering Father’s Day deals on food and drinks.
Throughout the month of July, LALtoday will be sharing content celebrating the beverage industry in the Lakeland community.
Sink your teeth into this list to find your next triple meat, plant-based, or classic diner burger.
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Craft beer lovers can taste, shop, and chat suds at Publix GreenWise Market’s monthly Tap Takeover events.
Here are our superlatives for the six cups of joe we tried at a few of our favorite coffee shops and cafes.
Whether you’re making dinner plans and craving some rolls or looking for your local fish market, check out this list of seafood eateries and distributors in Lakeland.
Grab your favorite local tacos or head to one of these special events.
Use Ritual Zero Proof’s alcohol-free liquor to create a sip-worthy summer cocktail.
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