Caddy’s Closes, Fires At Animal Rescue, Tampa Bakery: FL Business News

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Yuengling Draft Haus & Kitchen Opens 'Tampa Destination'

The oldest brewery In America has expanded its hospitality experience with a new destination in Tampa.

High-End Mexican Restaurant, Lona, To Open At Marriott Water Street

Lona by Chef Richard Sandoval, the renowned Fort Lauderdale-based Mexican restaurant, will open July 18 at Tampa Marriott Water Street.

Hallmark’s New Christmas Cruise Will Sail From Miami To The Bahamas

A Christmas-themed cruise organized by the Hallmark Channel will sail from Miami to the Bahamas in November.

Ford's Garage Opens Newest Restaurant In Polk County

The new venue is located in Reunion Village, a shopping center off Interstate 4 near the Disney and Universal theme parks.

Tampa's 136th Birthday To Be Celebrated At The Bricks Saturday

The Bricks in Ybor City combines art exhibits, visual arts and live performances with culinary concoctions and artisan cocktails.

Tom Cruise Makes Surprise Visit To FL ‘Mission Impossible’ Screening

Actor Tom Cruise surprised South Florida moviegoers when he attended a South Miami screening of the latest “Mission Impossible” film.

New Sustainable Seafood Restaurant Added To Sparkman Wharf

Half Moon is bringing its signature Nashville Hot Fish and New Orleans-inspired po’ boys to Sparkman Wharf's dining garden.

Portion Of Tampa's Legendary Alessi Bakery Ravaged By Fire

Using hoses, it took 30 firefighters about 25 minutes to put out the single-alarm fire, preventing it from spreading to the main building.

Red Mesa Group To Open 2nd Mercado Restaurant In Pasadena

Red Mesa Group's plans beyond that include continued expansion of the Mercado concept across other neighborhoods in Pinellas County.

Many Animals Killed In 'Tragic Fire' At Madeira Beach Wildlife Center

The Alligator & Wildlife Discovery Center at John’s Pass Village was home to more than 250 exotic animal rescues and pet surrenders.

LEGO Model Of Tampa's Last Cigar Factory Unveiled By J.C. Newman Co.

This week, J.C. Newman Cigar Co. in Ybor City is introducing the El Reloj LEGO Set at the Premium Cigar Association Trade Show in Las Vegas

Sarasota Restaurant Owner Pleads Guilty To Tax Charges: U.S. DOJ

The owners of Boatyard Waterfront Bar and Grill hid about $726,000 in cash sales from the IRS, the U.S. Department of Justice said.

Sprouts Farmers Market Coming To South St. Petersburg

St. Petersburg’s Skyway Marina District will welcome a new Sprouts Farmers Market, which should break ground by mid-2024, reports said.

Caddy’s Gulfport Abruptly Closes Its Doors

The Caddy’s Gulfport location at 3128 Beach Blvd. S. has closed, according to signs outside the restaurant.

Ybor's Zydeco Brew Werks In Running For Nation's 10 Best BrewPubs

Fans of Zydeco Brew Werks have until July 24 to vote for the brewery, which is currently in fourth place out of 20 nominees in the U.S.

Celebrity Chef Bobby Flay Visits Sarasota Restaurant

Indigenous in Sarasota welcomed visiting celebrity chef Bobby Flay over the holiday weekend.