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FGCU alumni become their own bosses with Elements Real Food cafe

February 25, 2017

[et_pb_section admin_label="section"][et_pb_row admin_label="row"][et_pb_column type="4_4"][et_pb_text admin_label="Text"] FGCU alumni Jenni Bier and her husband, Zack, knew they wanted to be their own...

FDA stamps seal of approval for Costa Rica growing genetically modified ‘pink pineapples’

February 17, 2017

Pineapples with a hot pink and outstandingly sweet interior will soon be stocked in almost every produce aisle across the United States. Since the genetic modification of yellow pineapples in 2005, Del...

Starbucks closes Teavana Fine Tea and Tea Bars, Coconut Point location closes permanently

February 10, 2017

After just three years of operation, Starbucks will close its Teavana Fine Tea and Tea Bars and convert them into Starbucks stores. The premium tea retailer first opened in 1997 at Phipps Plaza in Atlanta,...

Pea-based milk is more than just a trend

February 5, 2017

Health-conscious consumers have started loading up on milks of every variety, including macadamia, almond and coconut milks. With developing technology and the consumer’s growing desire for plant-based...

SWFL restaurants

New and noteworthy restaurants in SWFL

January 28, 2017

Just in time for Southwest Florida’s tourist  season, numerous restaurants are coming to local market. Pleasing taco aficionados and hot dog junkies alike, the areas spanning from Fort Myers to North...

New Year New foods

New year, new foods

December 10, 2016

A new year often prompts individuals to start making healthy changes.  Nonetheless, with all of the diet fads around the block, where to begin can make for a difficult decision. The simplest place to...

First Watch for breakfast and lunch

December 9, 2016

Sometimes, you just want to get away from the that normal toast-and-cereal breakfast that any college kid is used to. While it may be a little expensive, First Watch offers a great selection for that end...

Cooking oils

Know your cooking oils

December 4, 2016

Thanksgiving is officially over, and it’s finally off to the winter holidays. More often than not, Christmas, Hanukkah Kwanza and the New Year all involve some type of cooking.  Whether it’s baking,...

The Marlin Bar

The Marlin Bar blends casual dining with Tommy Bahama retail store

November 30, 2016

Tommy Bahama has done it again, expanding their original clothes-only location to include a new dining hot spot — The Marlin Bar. Located right across the street from their old location, The Marlin...

Brunch N Munch

Brunch N’ Munch in SWFL

November 27, 2016

For many of us, the weekend is the time to let loose and mentally prepare for the work-loaded week ahead. What better way to spend one of those days than surrounded by a group of good friends, grubbing...

Brussel sprouts

Brussels So Hard – Are brussels sprouts the new broccoli?

November 23, 2016

Popping up like wildfire across numerous restaurant menus, brussels sprouts are staking their claim to fame in all shapes, sizes and flavor concoctions. However, these ancient vegetables harbor more benefits...

Halloween treats for every sweet tooth

October 30, 2016

Halloween — a time where you can pretend to be something else and get candy, or you can have a really awesome party. Whether you’re staying in or going out, the most requested item anywhere is always...

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