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Food–Beverage

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  • By Louis Llovio
  • May 29, 2024
Naples-based Hoffmann wins auction to buy famed Oberweis Dairy

The Hoffmann Family of Cos. says it was the winner in a bankruptcy auction for the Illinois dairy company.

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
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  • By Elizabeth King
  • May 28, 2024
Bradenton cafe acquired by Oysters Rock Hospitality closes temporarily

Kefi Streetside Cafe will be closed for the summer as it changes locations and shifts owners.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Mark Gordon
  • May 27, 2024
Anna Maria Oyster Bar founder to slow down, names next CEO

Restaurateur John Horne found a succession plan in the office next door to his, with up-and-coming executive Eleni Sokos.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Louis Llovio
  • May 22, 2024
Fleming restaurant concept, Lululemon to open at Coconut Point mall

The Lee County open-air mall has announced the new retailer and restaurants shortly after adding a handful tenants earlier this year.

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
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  • By Louis Llovio
  • May 21, 2024
Canadian vegan burger chain plans 40 franchises in Florida

Odd Burger, the fast-food chain behind the Vopper, has signed a franchisee to open new restaurants in the state as part of an expansion into the U.S. that also includes Washington state.

  • Florida
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  • By Mark Gordon
  • May 20, 2024
Norman Love Confections names new CEO; founder to stay with firm

While founder Norman Love aims to slow down, the company he founded nearly 25 years ago has big-growth goals in mind. "This company has been chomping at the bit to grow," says Love.

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
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  • By Louis Llovio
  • May 15, 2024
Growing Korean BBQ chain pays $2.65M for Brandon restaurant building

Hong BBQ & Hot Pot has bought the property that previously housed Black Rock Bar & Grill as the site for its newest restaurant.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
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  • By Elizabeth King
  • May 15, 2024
Landmark Sarasota restaurant Hob Nob closes after 67 years

The owner cites several reasons for Hob Nob Drive In's closure, including the post-pandemic economy. But a forthcoming food truck could keep the brand alive.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Louis Llovio
  • May 15, 2024
Tampa Starbucks employees vote to unionize

The store on North Dale Mabry is the eighth in Florida to become a union shop.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
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  • By Jim DeLa
  • May 14, 2024
Landmark Sarasota restaurant Hob Nob Drive In rumored to be closing

Hob Nob Drive In on U.S. 301 has been a staple of the city since 1957.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Mark Gordon
  • May 9, 2024
Paul Fleming Restaurant Group opens second diner location in Naples

The second Lake Park Diner location in Naples, this one in Founder Square, is now open.

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
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  • By Laura Lyon
  • May 9, 2024
Mike Quillen's quest for constant improvement continues

“One of the things that drives my success is, every day you wake up there’s a different problem, and you just hope you can solve those problems.” –Mike Quillen, Gecko’s Hospitality Group, Watershed Hospitality Concepts

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Elizabeth King
  • May 8, 2024
Food truck-turned-restaurant to open second Sarasota location

Florence and the Spice Boys, which serves Middle Eastern fusion cuisine, targets a fall opening in The West District at University Town Center.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Louis Llovio
  • May 7, 2024
Bloomin' Brands CEO announces retirement

David Deno announced his retirement Tuesday but will stay on as the company searches for his replacement.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
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  • By Elizabeth King
  • May 3, 2024
Feds: Sysco West Coast Florida to pay $130K over hiring discrimination

A Palmetto facility was found to have violated federal law that prohibits employers from discriminating on the basis of sex, according to the U.S. Department of Labor.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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