Top FL Employers, Rumble Hosts Russian State News, Salty Nun Opens: Business News

TAMPA BAY, FL — Here's the latest restaurant, retail and other business news from the Tampa Bay region.

Salty Nun Restaurant Celebrates St. Pete Opening

A new restaurant has opened its doors for business in St. Petersburg. Salty Nun, which is at 2501 Central Avenue, celebrated its soft opening Thursday evening with a limited brunch and dinner menu.

18 FL Companies Make Forbes' 2022 List Of Best Large Employers

The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the workplace. See which Florida companies got the highest marks from their employees.

• Also read: FL Sports Management Company Recognized as Top Workplace USA

Publix, Total Wine Removes Russian Alcohol Amid Ukraine Conflict

Publix, which has more than 300 liquor stores in the Southeast, and Total Wine & More, which has 34 locations in Florida, have removed Russian products from their shelves.

• Also read: Publix To Remove Russian-Made Vodkas, Showing Support For Ukraine

Russian State News Has A Platform On Sarasota's Rumble

Rumble, a YouTube alternative that recently opened a headquarters in Longboat Key, will continue to broadcast RT on its video platform despite a worldwide crackdown on the Russian state-controlled news network.

Harbour Island Penthouse Sale Reflects Growing Luxury Market

Tampa Bay's luxury real estate market shows no signs of slowing down since the trending relocation of people from high-tax states. One of Tampa's trophy properties on Harbour Island has sold for nearly $4 million. The home is a custom-designed penthouse condo and one of 64 residences at The GrandView.

In other Tampa Bay-area business news:

• Lakeland Linder International Airport Has New Interim Director
• Expanded Minority Small Business Enterprise Gets New Leader
• Large Fire Breaks Out At Japanese Restaurant In St. Petersburg
• Florida Studio Theater To Expand In Downtown Sarasota
• Curaleaf Opens 2 New Florida Dispensaries in Tampa And Largo
• Restaurant News: New Bagel Shops, Magnanimous Brewing Opens
• 2 New Rides Coming To Adventure Island This Month; Park Now Open
• Tampa General Hospital Named To Newsweek's World's Best Hospitals
• Metro Diner Marks Milestone Anniversary With Flashback Menu
• Habit Burger Grill Heats Up Growth In Tampa Bay
• True Food Kitchen Celebrates Opening At Midtown Tampa
• New Business Commingles Real Estate With Wine And Charcuterie