This list features local restaurants and hidden gems in Lakeland and nearby areas, showcasing the authentic flavors that define the region. Each spot is chosen for its unique character, community appeal, and memorable dining experience.

Need ideas on what to gift this year? Chances are you have plenty of coffee lovers in your life, family, friends, teachers, co workers etc etc. And here are some great ideas for coffee related gifts for all budgets!

As a long time Utah resident, these are my tried and true BEST food spots in Utah County!

Winter is my favorite time of year to really dive into cooking. Since it gets dark earlier and is chilly outside, I find myself making all kinds of fun recipes and having friends over for dinner rather than going out! Here are all of my go-to's, let me know if you try any of them and how they turn out!

Not just another rec list—these are the Clear Lake spots I actually go to when I wanna eat good, sip cute, and not drive to the city. Local and lowkey, but always a slay 💅

Everything I bought at Costco as someone who is mindful of ingredients. I try to buy things that are mostly organic, dye-free, seed oil-free, and made with whole ingredients.

The best french fries of All Styles here in the Central Texas / ATX area!

Meal prepping on the weekends saves me a lot of time

Do you enjoy pumpkin spice? Looking for new products to try? These are my favorites.They're affordable, healthy, and some are Soy, Gluten,Dairy Free

Here are some of my best recommendations for shopping and supporting local Kokomo businesses. Many of these have been around for years and have consistently provided great service!

Ah, Bocas del Toro – a paradise where luxury meets the laid-back vibe of the Caribbean. This list is all about my favorite high-end spots to eat and shop, from exquisite beachfront dining to gourmet markets. These picks will make your trip unforgettable, whether you're savoring a perfectly crafted cocktail or browsing through artisanal goodies at the local market.

One thing about me is a love a good snack that requires little to no effort

My favorite noshings—some are limited edition, but worth trying if you find them!

This is one of my favorite areas to photograph. And most people already know about the nature spots but I love finding stores and shops that are also begging to be photographed between the architecture and the food they serve.

Consistently great local mainstays in the Twin Cities metro.

Some of my favorite gluten-free snacks. From salty to sweet, these recommendations are good to have in your home, bag, car or office.

Skip the coffee runs — this list has everything you need to master your own brew bar at home. Chic tools, delicious add-ins, and all the cozy vibes. 🤎barista-worthy setups made easy ☕️mix of affordable & aesthetic picks 🥄 perfect for espresso girls and latte lovers alike

For the friend who loves to cook, bake, host, and make every meal look picture-worthy. Fancy pantry treats, pretty tools, and hosting upgrades they’ll actually use. Think ‘buy it once, keep it forever’ pieces.

If you are new to Kansas City, are just visiting or plain just need some new 💡 ideas to fill your belly🍴 or satisfy your sweet 🍦tooth....I got you! 🤗 These are just a few of my personal favorites so far, though I will be adding suggestions as I try out new things! 🥳

Looking to get and stay healthy? Here's your starter kit for beginning your smoothie game. I have relied on smoothies to get a nice boost of nutrients in my diet. I have worked for smoothie and juice bars in the past and make smoothies for work lunch daily.

As a resident of Frisco for 10+ years and a big fan of food and new activities, these are my tried and true favorites! I recommend all of these to anyone visiting Frisco or looking for a new place to go!

I love cooking and baking, especially since I grew up with my mother and grandmother constantly crafting up food in the kitchen. When I moved out, I wanted to cook and bake as well as they did but I found myself overwhelmed and often confused when I tried. I was also a college student, and had little time to make meals for myself. I turned to these beginner cookbooks to help me and it was the best decision!

Local favorites to the Greater STL area - from coffee to groceries or four star meals in unknown rural towns. This list is for anyone visiting the area who wants to know "what makes it worthwhile" and help you find something that meets your fancy.

Coffee and tea are great ways to start your morning! Having a warm cup of tea or coffee can make an impact on the rest of your day, so here are some of my faves that I’ve tried, and people who I know love too.

Check out all my favorite spots in my hometown 🫶🏻

From the smiling faces you'll pass on the street, lively bars and breweries, and food that feels like home. Plaza Midwood gives a small town vibe that will make you feel like you've known the residents your entire life.

I have worked and lived close by to the bustling streets of Negril for the past 7-10 years and over that i tried 'almost' every single restaurant on the strip. This list has all the Places that I love to eat and always recommend to anyone visiting Negril-7 mile beach and west end negril. Let me know if you've ever tried them or would love to explore 😉

Everything I used to start my Cottage Bakery - essentials that have made it so much easier!

Delicious drinks to quench your thirst and satisfy your taste buds.

My love for coffee made me create this list ! I mostly just do hot coffees (I know I know lol) yet love doing protein coffees also !

My go-to Sam’s Club picks that make cutting way easier (without feeling deprived). These are all high-protein, low-calorie staples and snacks I keep on hand to stay lean while still enjoying what I eat. Perfect for anyone balancing fitness goals with flavor!

all the places i went to on my last trip to tokyo and places on my to-go list

Your emergency kit for cozy comfort and instant gratification. This is a curated list of low-effort, high-impact essentials that make any night better. From the perfect salty crunch to the ultimate cozy beverage, these are the snacks, sips, and supplies you need for a no-guilt movie marathon or a deep focus session. Bookmark this list for your next midnight craving! # ad list contains ads.

Whether it’s breakfast, lunch or dinner, these places will cure your hangry.

Food finds made with clean, non-toxic ingredients! I use all of these regularly.

I love taking pictures and capturing great content as an influencer. Here are my personal fav photo op friendly restaurants in Atlanta! Great eats and ambiance perfect for the luxury influencer 💅🏽🍸

Healthy snack swaps that don’t taste like cardboard. I know because I’ve tried them. Health foods can get pricey and frustrating when they don’t taste good, so save your money. These are worth buying.

We'll admit it....we're addicted to junk food. Sometimes it's your typical snacks, or sometimes it's something completely wild out of no where.

7 Brew became my most FAVORITE coffee shop after working there. Obviously, I try to go as often as I can for the community aspect (which is phenomenal btw), but it can get expensive! I'll let you in on a little secret, their coffee isn't hard to make at home! Here's the recipes for some of your favs!! lmk if I should make secret menu recipe sections🤩

We Marylanders take our food VERY seriously! Here's all the places I've eaten at and LOVED! Spoiler: we don't just have crabcakes (though they're very important to us)

East Bay, California has so many great places to eat. Here are some of my favorites and some saved for my next trip

If you love experiencing different cultures through cuisine, you're going to love this list! From Thai, Indian, Japanese, American, to West African food, I've got the spots for you! If ambiance is your thing, or you don't mind low key as long as the food is amazing, you've come to the right place. If you're looking for the best places to grab a bite with friends, a colleague, solo, or with a special someone, check out some of my favorite restaurants 😋

We like to pick unique spots. It nice to go somewhere we can’t easily recreate at home, whether it’s a local favorite, a place with a fun vibe, or a cuisine we don’t usually cook.

best vegan restaurants and food you can buy. only things i've actually tried and absolutely love!

I love to cook, and love sharing what makes it a little bit more fun! These recs are for the chefs in your life you want to spoil

Because life’s too short for mid candy. We taste-test, rank (and probably argue) over every sweet thing currently taking over our snack drawer!! From Swedish gummies to new candy…you can expect honest opinions either way

Rise and grind, bosses! This essential lineup is your guide to optimizing your morning routine with speed and style before you conquer the day. I’ve personally selected everything from sleek, highly efficient coffee makers and indispensable brewing accessories to the coziest, favorite coffee inspired apparel to elevate your vibe. It's all about crafting the perfect home coffee experience, but remember, sometimes the best fuel is made by someone else, so please take a moment to explore and support your amazing local coffee shops whenever you can!

If you have a sweet tooth like me, you’re always looking for new candy options and recommendations; here are some of my personal favorites!

Who doesn’t love to snack? My family sure does! And with 3 little ones and two full time jobs, it’s unrealistic and impossible to make everything from scratch. Here is a list of snacks, drinks, and pantry staples I would buy while out shopping at Target.

Did I mention I love to eat? Chicago is the eating capital of the Midwest, and my waistline proves it. This list is ever growing as there are so many great places to eat all over the city

A tasty roundup of gluten-free snacks, meals, and comfort foods that make eating easy, delicious, and totally stress-free. Perfect for everyday meals or a little treat-yourself moment!

I love healthy Smoothies, I make overnight oats, and sometimes a special energy tea. Healthy Breakfast options as well.

Having lived in San Diego, I’ve come to find the best spots for coffee, burritos, tanning, and more!

Some of my favorite coffee products! Use most of these every day, depending on whether I'm drinking my coffee hot or iced. Really affordable products as well! 🫶

As a micro baker I want to find the best for an affordable price! Here’s what I’ve used

My favorite coffee bar products and tools based on my TikTok series Coffee & Chat sprinkled with some of my other coffee favorites :)

These are truly gems in my kitchen. I have had these items for a while and they never disappoint. Le Creuset pieces are timelines and just so pretty—like artwork for your kitchen. ** tried and true **

There are certain items that I have in my kitchen that make my life so much easier. These products make my kitchen tasks easier and make my kitchen function more efficiently. If one of these broke down, I would repurchase immediately. I hope this lists help you I deciding what products you need for your kitchen :)

Hometown heros, cult classics, and new niches doing their very best to keep seattle social 💪 inspired by The Fat Hen, The London Plane, and our other fallen favorites (mainly restaurants). Support small businesses folks!

Favorite places I love to eat around the Bay Area and of course this list will keep growing.

You'll actually notice you feel better when you drink coffee that's been roasted more recently than ones that have been sitting on the shelf. To tell the difference, fresh roasted coffee has a 'roasted on' date and other coffee has an 'expired date'. The fresher, the more caffeine content and better the bean. The lighter the roast, the more coffee. I usually do light or medium roasts, maybe breakfast roasts.

Give you my favorite places in St. Petersburg so you don’t have to guess where to go when you are wanting to explore!

if you’re looking for a spot for date night, girls night, a special occasion or you’re just hungry or even need a sweat treat, i got you ! these are some foodie spots i love between miami- fort lauderdale area 🩷

cute cafes with good coffee… what more can you ask for?

I like snacking as everyelse does but I also like to keep ingredients as clean as possible even find low calorie ones or high protein. These snacks keep me on track and are perfect for when I'm craving something salty or sweet.

Going to coffee shops is a weekly activity and with how much I drive for work, I get to find so many good gems around town!

I make everything from scratch, that requires some good kitchen gadgets! I bake with my heart and soul, but it’s much easier with the right gear! In this list, you’ll find what I use and highly recommend to up your cooking/baking game🍳🥘🥖🧁

Los Angeles has hundreds of restaurants so this list could be endless. Although I still have many more places to try out here are some of my favorites that I would definitely go back to.

To meet my protein goals, I swear by these quick and easy, high protein snacks. These are my absolute favorites that I buy over and over again!

I'm always cooking! I love to cook for my family and friends, I've been told I have the "need to feed". Some recommendations are must haves that make everyday cooking easier, others are help our family make nutrition choices that align with our goals.

Sweet & savory snacks that I always have in my pantry. Some of them are healthier alternatives of our childhood favorites! Don’t be surprised if you find something that’s going to be nostalgic for you! These can be found at Whole Foods, Sprouts, Target, Safeway, etc.

Been in Como for 5 years now @ Mizzou, and as a huge foodie I know I have found the best places in town🙈

A mix of sugar-free treats and recipes candies, brownies, blondies, cookies, and more. Perfect for anyone cutting back on sugar or sticking to a diet but still craving something sweet. High blood sugar runs in my family. So this list is also useful to me.

Some of my favorite go to's for coffee, when you don't want or need a ton of thrills and frills.

Some food recipes, clothes, local things to do that my family and friends like.

Tokyo was my favourite place in all of Japan and we ate SO well during our time there. We had so many recommendations and did a lot of research beforehand. These are my top recommendations of food spots in Tokyo!

Hosting a holiday party? These are all my must-haves for the season including delicious appetizers and table decor.

Let me help guide you to more inclusive, healthier Halloween treat options. Let's be the change and get away from all these toxic artificial sugars, dyes and flavors. They consume our kids every October and stops their immune systems immediately with every bite of sugar filled typical Halloween candy. With all the new allergy restrictions, I specifically picked treats that had the least amount & most healthy Ingredients possible so everyone could enjoy! Most are Vegan, non-GMO, and Gluten & Nut free! Hope this helps

Delicious allergy-friendly restaurants in Charlotte that can accommodate a wide variety of allergies/dietary restrictions. Most of these restaurants also have allergen menus available

Here are some of my favourite local restaurants in the LA area. All of which are pretty affordable and full of flavor!

This is my personal stash of snacks that always slap and never stab me in the back.No healthy agenda here, just everyday treats that taste good and don't have me feeling like trash!

Being a picky eater finding more nutritious options that picky eaters will actually eat can feel impossible — but it doesn’t have to be. This list is full of healthy, kid (and adult!) approved options that sneak in nutrition without sacrificing taste. Additionally, because I am picky, I really struggle to find any sources of protein in my diet is here are some ideas from me. From clever snack swaps to fun meal ideas, these are my go-to picks that make healthy eating way less stressful.

Cookies, bars, chips, coffee, and shakes to help you achieve your protein goals

A mix of casual-quick bites and fancier sit down spots. Date spot ideas with good food (brunch, dinner, or dessert) and a nice atmosphere — somewhere we can talk and enjoy the vibe

Neighborhood favorites worth the visit. These hidden gems serve up delicious food and excellent service without the high price tag.

All the tools, ingredients, etc. needed if you want to make coffee at home!

Great snacks and drinks for someone always on the go!

Looking for a chic rooftop venue for a night on the town? I've lived in Columbus for the last ten years and trust and believe I've tried them all! Here are the best rooftop restaurants located between downtown and the Short North!

All of my must-haves to be an at home barista. It's truly become a hobby for me :) I included my favorite beans from around the US (coffee shops i've been to!)

Celebrating something special in SF? Here's a collection of great restaurants for the occasion, at a variety of price points

a perfect list of the best restaurants & take-out food destinations in Toronto from yours truly (a culinary student). I will be continually adding to this list as I go out to eat way more than I should!

I'm hesitant to go all in on recommending things, so if I shout out anything here it's because I believe in it wholeheartedly. These are some of my favorite spots in the greater Columbus area.

Welcome to Witch City's cozy hot cocoa shop. They don't sell food, but you can buy a steaming mug of cocoa (with a huge dollop of whipped cream on top) or shop for supplies, tools and accessories to make fabulous hot cocoa at home. Ask the shopkeeper, Charlotte, for her recommendations for sprinkles to shake on top, too.

Clean eating! Discover healthy and clean ingredient snacks, drinks, and more to add into your diet. The perfect beginner-friendly package to start your journey toward better health and mindful nourishment!

As a former fat kid from the East Coast, I feel uniquely qualified to offer my favorite restaurants around the Twin Cities. Please comment and let me know if I missed a genre or restaurant! I am always looking to try new spots! Check out my descriptions to see my vibe checks of the places and my favorite things on the menus. Enjoy and thank you for visiting the Twin Cities, I hope we have been able to share just how special this area is.

I like to keep a list of allergy safe restaurants with gluten free options for traveling around Texas and outside of the state. This has a wide range of choices from burgers and steaks to pizza and pasta.

Did you know Tucson, Arizona is a UNESCO certified city of Gastronomy? Basically this means they have amazing food! Here are some of our favorite UNESCO certified restaurants we've been to in the area that we love!

The Best Eats In Central Pa- no chains, just authentic places where you’ll find charm

Galway is a must stop location if you're visiting Ireland. You'll be sure to find quite a few Gluten Free places to eat, so don't you worry!

A collection of my must eats every time I'm in Toronto as someone who has lived there for 10 years. These are the restaurants I've been to many times over the years and they all have amazing food, great ambiance, and good service (which I sadly feel like is getting harder and harder to find in Toronto).