Jacob Tolle just finished his sophomore year at Lake Howell High School, where his teachers selected him for a once-in-a-lifetime educational trip to Iceland. The sticky situation: he didn’t think his family could afford it. The sweet solution: his great-grandmother’s famous strawberry and fig jam recipe.

Seventeen new chefs just received their diplomas after completing Second Harvest's 16-week culinary program.

Just a few months after Hooters filed for a motion for Chapter 11 protection, Hooters abruptly closed dozens of locations across the U.S.

Kissimmee leaders are working to attract more visitors to the city through new initiatives and research-driven marketing strategies.

For the frugal, the coupon clipper, the deal seeker, a birthday holds extra anticipation. As the birthday month begins, their inboxes are flooded with deals, rewards, freebies and more, the fruits of signing up for a variety of newsletters and rewards programs and downloading ALL OF THE APPS.

The study examines several benchmarks for determining customer experiences at grocery stores, including the convenience of store hours/locations, checkout speed, and store layouts.

This Orlando gem is famous for its stunning pastries and cakes

Downtown Orlando restaurant Soco Thornton Park announced that it is closing after nearly 11 years in business.

Florida Foodies, get ready to grub!

When looking at a rattlesnake, “Delicious” isn’t usually the first word that comes to mind. But that wasn’t always the case.

Last week, nearly 30 restaurants in Florida were forced to shut down after a visit from a state health inspector, according to the Florida DBPR.

There are thousands of McDonald’s restaurants. But the largest can be found right here in the Sunshine State — and it packs some pretty neat features.

If you love smoky, slow-cooked, fall-apart BBQ, get ready to unbuckle your belt.

Publix is getting in the spirit of the season with an upcoming tasting event for customers.

A kitchen incubator has opened its doors to small businesses looking to get off the ground here in Central Florida.

Special ticketed events at theme parks have gained a big interest in recent years, with guests wanting to take advantage of perks such as lower wait times, fewer guests, and exclusive food items.

Pig Floyd’s will replace the original location of Bubbalou’s Bodacious Bar-B-Que on Lee Road in Winter Park.

A beloved community spot serving “the friendliest cup of coffee in Mount Dora” will be closing.

A three-day festival in Port Orange this weekend will highlight craft beer and “delicious cuisine” at Riverwalk Park.

Orlando has already been crowned the best food city in the U.S., but city leaders want to make downtown the foodie destination.

Universal Orlando guests were welcomed home to a new planet on Tuesday as the destination adds another lodging option to its growing hotel portfolio

Sanford’s favorite beer-loving, tail-wagging event is back, and we’ve got a special guest joining us in the truck today!

Gator's Dockside South Downtown has announced it will be closed by month's end.

Florida lawmakers advanced a bill that would, among other things, ban automatic gratuity and service charges for parties of fewer than six guests at restaurants, cafes and other food service establishments.

The company announced that the new location is the second of its kind in the area, offering three special services.

Let the festivities begin!

Brewlando will be having a soft opening of its fourth location on March 15, the company said in a social media post.

A woman is claiming discrimination by Dunkin Donuts after she was refused drive-thru service on Christmas Day, according to law firm Morgan & Morgan.

Six more Orlando-area restaurants have been added to the coveted pages of the Michelin guide.

White Castle has announced it’s breaking ground for its second Central Florida brick-and-mortar location.

Two weekends in March, guests can immerse themselves in Irish culture with exclusive entertainment and special food and beverage offerings as part of the St. Patrick’s Day Celebration at the Seven Seas Food Festival.

March 10, or “MAR10″ when shortening the date, is a yearly celebration to commemorate Nintendo’s iconic plumber and soon, Universal Orlando guests will be able to power up to play with Mario and other characters at Epic Universe.

The Florida-born grocery chain has revealed its latest batch of seasonal flavors — but they'll only be around for so long.

Experience cultural enrichment with Brevard County’s IndiaFest, a celebration of Indian culture through performances, music, food and more.

An award-winning food pantry is opening its doors for the first time since a fire caused extensive damage to the building in Altamonte Springs.

A Michelin-star chef’s handroll sushi bar concept is opening a second location in Orlando in the spring.

Bubbalou’s Bodacious BBQ‘s Altamonte Springs on 1049 E. Altamonte Drive is set to close April 1 after the restaurant’s owner, Bucky, will be retiring, according to a social media post.

A “prototype” Publix store is coming to Central Florida, bringing some new features for customers in the area, according to a company spokesperson.

Experience fun and flavor at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay’s Food & Wine Festival and Concert Series.

Transforming a 100-year-old chicken feed store into a food hall is not an easy task, but Ella Duke and her team took it on.

Eat and drink around the world at EPCOT’s International Flower & Garden Festival with the variety of dishes and cuisines the festival is offering.

Eat and drink around the world at EPCOT’s International Flower & Garden Festival with the variety of dishes and cuisines the festival is offering.

As spring rolls around the corner, the Florida Strawberry Festival is back in Plant City delivering live performances, rides and attractions and fresh strawberries!

The nearly 100-year-old ice cream chain is planning a grand opening celebration with a special surprise for the first guests in line.

Former brick-and-mortar Orlando staple Pom Pom's Teahouse & Sandwicheria has announced plans to set up shop at a food hall in Sanford.

During his speech about a massive expansion project along Interstate 75, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced plans for yet another upcoming Buc-ee’s location in the state.

Fans of warm, soft pretzels will soon have a new outlet to find their fix in Orlando.

In Kissimmee, Florida, local egg farmer Wagner has seen demand for his eggs explode. What started as a humble backyard operation with just 12 chickens has grown into a thriving farm with more than 300 egg-producing hens. But despite his success, he’s feeling the pressure of rising costs.

SeaWorld Orlando has announced an exciting addition to its Seven Seas Food Festival lineup, inviting guests to let the party play on with newly added performers.

Four years ago, Stonewall Bar in Orlando closed its doors and now, plans are set to revitalize the space and open a multi-concept LGBTQIA+ restaurant called Heatwave.

The Saint Katherine Greek Festival invites everyone to eat, drink, dance learn at Brevard County’s oldest food and cultural festival, according to the event’s website.

The study examines several benchmarks for determining customer experiences at grocery stores, including the convenience of store hours/locations, checkout speed, and store layouts.

Publix announced that it was rolling out its “softest” sub roll yet — just in time for its next Central Florida location to open.

Someone had a pie-in-the-sky idea to have a festival based on one of the tastiest desserts with a Florida connection, and we’re all here for it.

Plenty of people enjoy sweets like Skittles, though they may not be the healthiest options. But a new Florida bill could take those options off the table altogether.

Central Florida is home to a wide variety of ethnic markets, offering scents and flavors from all around the world.

Legends about this restaurant have abounded for decades now. But how it started is a little more grisly.

Yelp has released its annual list of top 100 places to eat in the U.S. and only four restaurants in Florida secured a spot.

It’s a brand-new year, but that’s not stopping Florida’s ever-popular grocery chain from expanding with even more store openings.

A popular out-of-state Mexican restaurant chain is set to make its debut in the Sunshine State later this year.

Grocery stores are restricting eggs and raising prices as national farms grapple with persistent bird flu outbreaks and the rising cost of feed. For Central Florida’s egg farmers, their chickens are revving up for egg-laying season, and they are trying to meet the demand.

A spokesperson for Trader Joe’s announced it has plans to open a store in Daytona Beach, marking the chain’s entrance into Volusia County.

Universal Orlando Resort’s Epic Universe will be serving up over 100 delicious food and beverages for guests to try across the five imaginative worlds, the theme park said in a news release.

Where else can you indulge in chocolate bacon cheesecake AND baked ziti on a stick? Only at the Florida State Fair. The event runs through Feb. 17 at the Florida Fairgrounds and it’s a foodie’s paradise.

Several brands of canned tuna sold at stores including Trader Joe's, Costco and H-E-B have been recalled because they might be contaminated with the type of bacteria that causes botulism.

Lunar New Year celebrations continue in Orange County this weekend with three festivals, including the big annual Dragon Parade in Orlando on Sunday.

We all hear about McDonald's Coke tasting better, and it's not a lie.

Raising Cane’s is set to open its first location in Seminole County.

News 6 anchors, reporters and other team members shared their favorite food to have when kicking back and watching the big game.

After five years, the owners of the Oviedo Brewing Company announced that they would be closing at the end of February. It’s another loss at a mall that has been trying to reinvent itself, and with so many similar stories happening across Central Florida it begs the question, what does the future of the Oviedo Mall actually look like?

Four Keke's Breakfast Cafes have closed temporarily and two permanently in the Central Florida area, according to a spokesperson for the restaurant chain.

Scientists say they’ve cracked the code for boiling the perfect egg.

National Pizza Day is on Feb. 9 (the same day as Super Bowl day!) which means indulging on cheesy goodness and enjoying the game.

Contests, challenges, food talks and more will head to downtown Orlando as part of the International Vegan Food Festival.

If you’re down to try 30 samples of chili, this downtown Ocoee event is for you.

Sprouts Farmers Market has announced plans to expand its reach in Florida by opening up over seven new stores in the state.

Pacchioni’s World Inspired Cheesesteaks Food Truck has rolled into the Central Florida food scene as it prepares for its grand opening on Feb.23.

Jeremy Craig, Co-Founder of Holly Hill’s Copper Bottom Craft Distillery said he tried his first beer when he was 8-years-old.

Heading into 2025, many workers may be looking for a new place to advance their careers and get more of what they want from their jobs.

Jackie Moore hoped that her Winter Park business, Austin's Coffee, would be something she could pass down to her children, but the cafe faces an uncertain future as the city looks to repurpose the land.

The Oviedo Brewing Company shared on Tuesday afternoon that it would be closing its business at the end of the month, according to a Facebook post.

On Friday, Feb. 14, guests at SeaWorld Orlando can say “be mine” and dine with sharks.

With Valentine’s Day approaching, online restaurant reservation service OpenTable announces its top 100 most romantic restaurants in the country.

As spring rolls around the corner, the Florida Strawberry Festival is back in Plant City delivering live performances, rides and attractions and fresh strawberries!

Ace Cafe Sanford — a motorcycle and rock 'n’ roll themed restaurant — is set to start construction, according to a news release.

New Jersey based late-night restaurant chain Fat Shack announced its plans to open its second location in Florida later this year.

Massachusetts-based, family-owned pizza business now open at Live! at the Pointe Orlando.

Oak & Stone has seven locations along the Gulf Coast, and it is known for its self-serve beer wall with nearly 50 brews on tap, according to its website.

Enjoy the cool air and thrills at the Oviedo Mall Winter Carnival!

The Orlando Science Center hosted the fourth annual “Science on Tap” beer festival for guests to support local breweries while giving back to the science center.

Tamale Co. is set to open its second restaurant in Orlando’s College Park neighborhood, right in time for Cinco de Mayo.

Winter Park-based Tijuana Flats has announced that it's bounced back from bankruptcy.

Fanning is one of the contestants on the current season of “Hell’s Kitchen”, a show where chefs compete for a job as an Executive Chef at one of Ramsey’s restaurants.

SeaWorld Orlando’s Seven Seas Food Festival 5K Fun Run is back for all ages to participate in. Run for a chance to win SeaWorld Orlando annual passes!

The 28th annual Lakeland Pigfest is firing up its grills again with food, friends, music and charity.

Central Florida’s culinary scene is in the spotlight as several local chefs and restaurants have been named semifinalists for the prestigious 2025 James Beard Awards.

Orlando Beer Week is set to return for its fifth year, uniting more than 50 businesses.

If you head downtown, there’s a good chance you’d miss one of its biggest local attractions: an old radioactive well dubbed the "Fountain of Youth."

On Friday, Port Orange officials revealed that its entertainment area being built near Riverwalk Park will be open in March.

Jason Lambert, owner of The Hammered Lamb, told News 6 last year that construction along Orange Avenue, which began in late 2023, had hurt business not just for his pub but for other businesses in Ivanhoe Village.