Food

We want to know: Where is the best coffee shop in Lakeland? Vote for your favorite to help determine a champion.
From food and drink to retail and attractions — we asked you for what hidden gems make Lakeland the best and you delivered.
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Learn everything you didn’t know you wanted to know about these in-season fruits + vegetables.
When visiting Reececliff Diner, you simply can’t forget the pie.
It’s the perfect day for live music, traditional foods, and green beer.
Check out these brunch restaurants, cafes, and diners in Lakeland, serving a variety of egg dishes, mimosas, bloody marys, and more.
Here’s what you need to know about Lakeland’s newest spot for sweets.
Check out spring and flower-themed events happening in and around Swan City in this seasonal guide.
We’ve got you covered when it comes to Girl Scout cookie season — scout’s honor.
Whether you’re feeling salty or sweet, check out these snacks to satisfy your next craving.
Get ready to “Gather, Eat, Chill” at Bowen Yard in downtown Winter Haven.
It’s the sweetest time of year — Florida Strawberry Festival time. Read our guide so you don’t get in a (strawberry) jam.
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.
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When cravings hit, level up your dessert game at one of these local sweet shops and makers in Lakeland, Florida.
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.
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Get the juicy details on the third + final leg of the Florida Triple Crown of BBQ’s three-event competition.
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.
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The bold drive-thru coffee spot regrouped and launched a new concept based on Lakelanders’ feedback.
Dining in Lakeland is always a fresh experience with new restaurants popping up all the time — and more on the way.
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Lakeland’s restaurants are deserving of recognition — see who our readers think deserves a prestigious James Beard Award next year.
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Do you remember the time Publix made a huge birthday cake for an entire Lakeland neighborhood? Read on for the story.
Shaken or stirred? Either one works, as long as it’s zero-proof. Check out this list of alcohol-free cocktails — mocktails — in Swan City.
Tell us what you’re hoping to do, see, and experience for the first time this year. We’ll share the best responses in our Lakeland bucket list.
Looking for a night out, your new favorite eatery, or just something fresh? Check out these restaurants within a short drive of Swan City, recommended by our followers.
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Pick up some oranges, tangerines, or pomelos during peak citrus season this January and February.
The program will allow food entrepreneurs to get the experience of running their own restaurants, while Lakelanders will get to try even more local food.
We’ve brought you Lakeland’s top stories all year long, but which articles were you most interested in? See what took the top spot in categories like development, food + drink, real estate, and more.
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