Florida Food News (United States)

Five Florida-based celebrity chefs answer the Association’s call to become founding members of the Florida Strawberry Growers Association Chefs Advisory Board.

Considered one of the most sacred and cherished herbs of India, Tulsi has been used for centuries to improve immunity and increase stamina

Nutritious weight loss meal delivery program will be part of a health product segment for National Nutrition Month

Key West, Florida - March, 14 2012 - The Fit Christian Magazine sponsors an online Easter Fast, which is free and open to the public.

Lifemax, a network marketing company known for Mila, the world’s healthiest whole raw food, achieved its highest non-promotional sales month in company history, spurred by the rank advancements of multiple distributors.

Agricultural Cooperatives: Bringing Fresh Fruit to the World

MARATHON® Brand Bars are a healthy snack solution for on-the-go people who want good taste and essential nutrition

Tropical Smoothie Cafe provided healthy and nutritious lunches to college students who gave up their Spring Break to help build houses for the Habitat for Humanity of Broward project.

One of the most sought after products in the low-carb world is so-called "liquid Splenda" Why? Because unlike the granular version consumers buy at the store which contains carbs due to fillers, liquid Splenda is carb free.

Applied Food Technologies adds a key scientist to research and development leadership team augmenting research capabilities in environmental testing.

Nothing gives food personality quite like spices. Spices have the amazing ability to jazz up almost any dish. Even the most simple dishes can suddenly become mouth-watering, flavor packed meals with the help of spices.

Richard Terpstra, Owner of Richard’s Candy Company of Sarasota, Florida, is happy to see his fudge products expanding into other markets, as they are now being sold in stores in Ontario, Canada.

PGA National Resort & Spa announces that its contemporary bar and lounge, iBAR, has been honored by the Palm Beach Pulse (online) as one of the five “Best Happy Hours in Palm Beach Gardens.”

Are you tired of asking your students to sell cookie dough, candy, pizza, or other products that people don’t want or need, especially in this tough economy?

The 18th annual Bali Ha’i Party - will take place Sunday, April 1, 2012, from 5 to 8 p.m. South Florida’s favorite garden party/food & wine fundraiser is held at its annual location “The Kampong” garden

Decanted announces a sweepstakes for two to win a trip to Napa Valley including round-trip coach airfare, accommodations for four days/three nights, and visits to twelve different wineries. Entrants also have chance to win wine throughout contest.

Many people struggle to find healthy on-the-go snacks that also taste good. MARATHON® Brand has been formulated to answer these cravings.

Pier 22 announces a new cooking class: Cooking With Angus Beef on Thursday, February 23, 2012 from 6pm.

Richard Terpstra of Sarasota, FL, owner of Richard’s Candy Company, has a strong mission behind his company and a very personal reason for making “The Best Fudge In Florida”

Fox, Wackeen, Dungey, Sobel, Bush & McCluskey (Fox Wackeen Dungey) will once again be the Signature Sponsor for The Big Taste, benefitting Big Brothers Big Sisters of Palm Beach and Martin Counties (BBBS).

The Coconut Grove Arts Festival will be held this weekend from Sat. February 18th to Mon. February 20th. Participating for his 6th year, at the main stage in the Culinary Pavilion, will be Island favorite and celebrity private chef Hugh Sinclair.

Advanced H2O has teamed up with Crayola to develop this no calorie, no sugar, no caffeine, and carbohydrate free beverage.

Piola, the Italian chain with 34 restaurants in nine countries, is an official sponsor of the Miami International Film Festival. Piola extends a 20 percent discount to all festival ticket holders during the festival March 2 - 11.

In an effort to support parents, fight childhood obesity and promote healthy lifestyles, Child Care of Southwest Florida, a Fort Myers daycare center, released the eBook, “12 Nutrition Hints & Tips for Your Children”.

Peacocks has a wonderful supply of bird options, as well as various brands of bird feed.

Board elections were held at its 2012 annual meeting. Don Dwiel is named President and Chairman of the Board. The board will guide the efforts of this all volunteer non-profit organization, which delivered 49,744 meals last year to area residents.

New World Landing in Pensacola, Florida will kick-off the Mardi Gras weekend with a Jazz Lunch Buffet featuring live jazz by the Dixieland Dandies.

BistroMD is bringing their delicious and healthy entrees to the editors for their piece of mind

Candy Retailer, IT’SUGAR Announces Online Valentine’s Day Contest IT’SUGAR home to the World’s Largest Box of Nerds Candy is looking for a Nerdy Valentine

Beaches on Vilano opened its doors on Vilano Beach in May 2011, confident it would be a prosperous venture. Despite a relatively good winter so far, we are closing our doors Feb. 1, 2012.

Brickell block party will feature gourmet food trucks, drinks, and live music by DJ Le Spam of the Spam Allstars! Thursday, February 16, 2012 @ 6:00pm to 9:00pm at 1300 Brickell Bay Drive - behind the Conrad Hotel

We’re excited to show viewers of The Balancing Act easy ways to make quick, healthy and delicious meals at home

Ocala-based NetSource Technologies contracts with PAAS Easter Eggs to design a new website and conduct social media marketing for America's favorite brand of Easter egg colors.

— Yogurtiamo, the premier liquid frozen yogurt manufacturer, has announced its 2012 plans, which include an innovative line of soft-serve gelato and sorbet.

Authentic Bahamian Cook Book with over 148 pages of original recipes from The Bahamas and its 700 islands, is now available in ‘hard cover’ and on ‘kindle’ but will be released in Spanish, French, Japanese, Chinese and German in 2012.

In a blind taste test against other weight loss meal delivery programs, BistroMD ranks #1 with 5-star rating from NextAdvisor.com

Florida Strawberry Growers Association hosts Research Chefs Association members on a harvest tour. Sue Harrell, director of marketing for FSGA, and strawberry grower Mike Lott educated attendees from the ground up about Florida winter strawberries.

"No company that relies on employees to drive their business should hire without the assistance of pre-employment behavioral assessment tools."

The Destination Guide has named Bandito Burrito Lounge as our Best TEX-MEX Cuisine in Richmond. Experience great Mexicali cuisine blended with live music, a festive atmosphere, and the best looking bar staff - hands down!

Gigi’s Cupcakes Florida, the premier Tampa location for custom gourmet cupcakes, announces their “indulge without the bulge” post-holiday cupcake flavors.

The Hot Pepper Awards 2011, an annual fiery foods competition, announces winners.

Coral Gables' favorite romantic hideaway, Charlotte Bistro, has re-opened with a new, affordable small plates menu and Sunday Brunch.

Nestled in the business bedrock of one of the fastest growing communities in Florida dwells Art’s Southern Style BBQ. The Winter Garden eatery will host its grand opening celebration Wednesday, February 8, 5:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.

Pinchers Crab Shack, located at the Holiday Inn on Fort Myers Beach, is pleased to announce they have promoted a new General Manager, Leslie Mink.

Nosh Fest, South Florida’s only Jewish Food Festival, was created to supply tons of food to those in need through Feeding South Florida and two other area food banks in Broward County.

Stop by Chow Down Grill & Lounge for Somethin’ Sweet and Scrumptious

“We’re looking forward to having V-Labs introduce their THiNQ™ products to The Balancing Act on Lifetime TV. Viewers will be able to learn about the benefits of functional beverages and how they can help you achieve a healthier lifestyle."

There is a huge trend of people transitioning to a plant-based diet, and their medical/wellness needs differ from meat-eaters. Medical doctors who understand and/or follow a plant-based diet are being sought for a new consumer-searchable database.

Make sure to tune in to this special My Cuisine edition of The Balancing Act, January 19th at 7:00am (ET/PT) as they air on Lifetime Television.

Gold medal gymnast Shannon Miller will make a guest appearance as official spokesperson for the Stakool/Anthus Life's Nature plus Energy product line at the Lady Luck Invitational Gymnastics Tournament, January 20 - 22, 2012, in Las Vegas.