The Subculture Group offers free meals to those affected by SNAP benefit suspension during a government shutdown, with plans for a dedicated website and calls for community solidarity.

Joe's Stone Crab in Miami Beach opened for its 113th season, serving up fresh stone crabs, a significant contributor to Florida's economy and a local delicacy with sustainable harvesting practices.

Brooklyn Chop House, fusing steakhouse and Chinese cuisine, will open in Wynwood, Miami atop the Moxy Hotel, offering unique dumplings and premium meats.

The TGI Fridays beside Coral Square Mall in Coral Springs has closed after over twenty years, reflecting wider challenges faced by the chain amid changing dining trends.

Starbucks is reintroducing its popular Pumpkin Spice Latte along with other seasonal offerings and new items like Pecan Oatmilk Cortado and Italian Sausage Egg Bites, despite a recent 2% dip in US sales.

South Florida restaurants faced temporary shutdowns due to health violations such as roach infestations and improper food storage. They reopened after addressing the issues.

KONRO, a Michelin-starred restaurant in West Palm Beach, shut down after chef Jacob Bickelhaupt's arrest, involving charges of domestic violence, attempted murder, and witness tampering.

Miami Spice and Spa Month in August offer discounted fine dining and spa treatments, with over 350 restaurants and various spas participating, creating savings and showcasing new culinary and wellness offerings.

South Florida's lobster mini-season began with a focus on safety and adherence to regulations, including bag and size limits, and safe boating practices around divers.

Miami Spice 2025 event features discounts at upscale and Michelin-starred restaurants with a variety of cuisines, available during August and September.

Tristen Epps, winner of "Top Chef" Season 22, hosts a pop-up dinner series at Red Rooster Overtown, previewing his Houston venture Buboy with a mix of restaurant favorites and new Afro-Caribbean dishes.

Amavi, a Mediterranean restaurant from New York has opened in Miami's Midtown area, replacing Mau Miami. The venue offers a luxurious dining environment and a menu of classic and contemporary flavors, headed by executive chef Tolga Mutlu.

Qdoba Mexican Eats opened its 800th location in North Miami Beach, with plans to reach 1,600 by 2032, celebrating sustained growth and franchise expansion.