Hey, Lakeland. LALtoday intern Phoenix here. 👋 As a self-proclaimed foodie and amateur chef, I am always on the hunt for new + exciting international dishes. If you’re like me, I often find myself visiting local and internationally diverse grocery stores + whipping up recipes...but sometimes the ingredients and techniques can get a bit overwhelming.
Fortunately, Lakeland is the perfect place to experience a world via international cuisine, no assembly required.
With your help, we’ve compiled a list of 20+ authentic restaurants and food vendors from six global regions that we hope will inspire you to venture into a new world of global fare while supporting our local businesses. If you know of a place we missed, let us know.
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🇬🇧 The Proper Pie Co. | 145 Ridge Center Drive, Davenport | Founded in 2008, this shop whips up traditional pies, fish & chips, sweet treats + offers English groceries.
🇫🇷 DOU Bakehouse | 830 N. Massachusetts Ave. A-, Lakeland | This patisserie bakes specialty macarons, cakes, cookies, and muffins. #TryThis: Rose Petal macaron.
🌍 Jerusalem Mediterranean Market | 2068 E. Edgewood Dr., Lakeland | Experience the flavors of the Middle East, Mediterranean, and South Asia at this ethnic market. Halal and kosher options are available + pick up a wide variety of fresh bread and sweets, teas, couscous, produce, herbs, and more.
🇮🇹 Uncle Nick’s Italian Deli, Bagels, and Catering | 6955 Old Rd. 37, Lakeland | Fresh items are baked daily at this Italian deli. Whether you're looking to pick up a batch of bagels or classic chicken parmesan then this is the spot for you. #ProTip: Order breakfast anytime.
🌏 New India Bazaar | 2948 S. Combee Rd., Lakeland | This market is a great place to find authentic Indian foods from a friendly and helpful staff. The store has organized shelves + product descriptions that are clearly marked in English making it easy to find what you need. Various produce, spices, special curries, and rice range in price |
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○ Sip, sip hooray. The Yard On Mass (802 N. Massachusetts Ave.) reopens today – at 4 p.m., specifically. There will be live music this weekend + a food truck lineup, including K&E Italian kitchen, Smokin' Chanchos + Off The Griddle. The backyard party venue was able to reopen after obtaining its own food truck (recently patron-named “Mass Consumption”), which will have a rotating lineup of local chefs.
○ Local athletes began practicing on Wednesday – starting up the first practice day of the season. July 27 was supposed to be the initial day of practice but was pushed back due to COVID-19. Football players must have five days of practice before donning pads during practice, meaning that players won’t be in pads until next Wednesday. Most schools will host their first games on Sept. 11, giving players a little over a week to practice in pads. (The Ledger)
○ Gov. Ron DeSantis has applied to increase Florida unemployment benefits through The Lost Wages Assistance Program – a federal unemployment assistance program – by $300 per week. Benefits will be retroactive Aug. 1 (once approved) and will become available for those who have lost their jobs due to COVID-19. FL’s current unemployment has a cap of $275. (Click Orlando)
○ Two asymptomatic Polk County students – that were awaiting COVID-19 test results – attended their corresponding schools (Haines City’s Boone Middle School + Bartow High’s Summerlin Academy), earlier this week. Both students tested positive, prompting Superintendent Byrd to remind parents + students to be honest about circumstances, as the schools will make learning style adjustments as needed. (The Ledger)
○ Florida has dropped behind Texas as a coronavirus hot spot – now making the Sunshine State no. 3 in COVID-19 cases. California still leads the US. FL previously was no. 2 mid-July, as cases in the state increased, while NY’s held steady. (The Palm Beach Post)
○ Coronavirus testing is down in the US – including in FL. Health experts haven’t determined why testing has declined, but warn that it could impact contact tracing + other methods to curb the virus. Some speculate that testing may be down to previous testing wait times. (Tampa Bay Times)
○ On Thursday, the Florida Department of Health announced 611,991 new cases of COVID-19 and 139 additional deaths in Florida. That brings the total number of cases in FL of COVID-19 to 611,999 + the total deaths to 11,011. You can find more updates on the Florida Department of Health dashboard. See Lakeland numbers here. (WFLA News Channel 8)
○ Recommended guidelines for retail and service employees from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to reduce workplace violence include measures like advertising COVID-19 related policies + not arguing with a customer if they “make threats or become violent.” The CDC’s guidance is in response to an increase in violent events across the country due to mask mandates. There are presently 30 states in the US that require face coverings in public. (WESH 2 News)
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Hey, there. Looking for today’s #MustDo events? In accordance with the
CDC’s recommendations regarding public gatherings, we have decided to postpone public event coverage for the time being. We look forward to bringing you Lakeland’s #MustDo events soon (until then, feel free to submit your virtual events
here).
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Earlier this week, Lakeland-based National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Hurricane Hunters dove into the Gulf of Mexico to help gather life-saving data about Hurricane Laura.
With the ongoing pandemic, crew members get tested twice a week for COVID-19. Other precautions being taken include no crew-to-crew contact + working in cohorts to prevent transmission.
Fun Fact: Crew members have already flown 300 hours this hurricane season. (WFLA News Channel 8)
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Weather
○ 90º | PM Thunderstorms | 50% chance of rain
Civic
○ The Every Blue Cart Makes a Difference campaign has committed over 5,000 Lakelanders to use plastic bag-free recycling carts + place a sticker on their carts to show their support. Through the campaign, the City of Lakeland’s Solid Waste and Recycling Division aims to keep bagged recyclable and plastic wrapping out of recycling carts, flatten cardboard + other efficient measures. Recent findings from a recycling audit found a decrease in recycling contamination by over 60% when compared to 2018. ♻️
Number
○ $15.1 million. That’s roughly how much a 222,134 sq. ft. speculative warehouse and distribution center in Lakeland (on Drane Field Rd.) has sold for to an unnamed tenant. The space will be home to a regional distribution center. (Patch)
Job
○ The Polk County Sheriff's Office is seeking to hire substitute crossing guards in Lakeland, Bartow, and Fort Meade. Substitutes must have one hour of availability in the mornings and 30 minutes in the afternoons. Those interested in applying for the position should contact 863.534.7300 ext. 108.
State
○ The Florida Department of Health’s new rules for the Office of Medical Marijuana Use will now allow the state’s licensed dispensaries to develop + sell THC edibles. The rules further outline that legal edibles must be in the form of baked goods, lozenges, gelatins, chocolates, and drink powders. Candies will not be permitted. 🌿 (WESH 2 News)
Stat
○ 6.2%-7.1%. In Hillsborough + Pinellas counties and the Lakeland submarket, that’s the percentage of vacant industrial space, according to commercial real estate updates by Business Observer. Of the three, Lakeland has the highest rate at 7.1%. (Business Observer)
Dish
○ If you’ve been using your green thumb to start a garden during quarantine and have fresh produce – but aren’t sure how to use all of it – we’ve got some ideas. Here are 4 Publix-approved recipes that feature garden-fresh ingredients. 🥕 Ⓟ
Edu
○ In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, Polk State College is providing a scholarship on a needs basis for students that require a scholarship in order to be able to continue their attendance. The scholarship is awarded to those who intend to serve the Hispanic community. Click here to apply.
Cause
○ Showers will be provided to those in need at The Salvation Army (2620 Kathleen Rd.), today from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. The showers are provided by the organization, Showered and Empowered – a non-profit “providing the access of mobile shower and laundry facilities to the homeless community of the Tampa Bay area.” 🚿
Announced
○ Sir Henry’s Haunted Trail (2837 S. Frontage Rd., Plant City) has announced its first backstory for a trail this #SpookySzn, circling around the tale of “The Candy Tree.” Bonus: Open auditions to become a spookster take place today from 6-7 p.m. If you’re interested in doing makeup or volunteering for a non-acting role, you are also encouraged to come out to this audition. 🎃
List
○ No need to jet set to Africa – Safari Wilderness Ranch (10850 Moore Rd.) was just listed in Microsoft News’ roundup of Adventurous safaris that aren't in Africa. The 260-acre ranch was highlighted for its free-roaming animals, such as its ring-tailed lemurs + water buffalo. (MSN)
Digs
○ Historically low mortgage rates are driving more buyers to purchase their dream home. However, those rates aren’t going to be here forever. The local pros at S&D Real Estate explain this is a rare occurrence and now is the time for future homebuyers to lock in a low rate + current homeowners to take advantage of the rates to refinance their mortgage.🏡 Ⓟ
Politics
○ Earlier this week, Cathlee Tomkow – a Polk City woman – entered into the national spotlight, when she spoke in an interview at the National Republican Convention. You read more about Cathlee’s appearance here. (The Ledger)
PlanAhead
○ Celebrate 50 years of America's original country comedy and enjoy a night of great music and good ole country laughter. Hee Haw, the iconic music variety show famous for its comedic skits, bedtime stories, All-Jug band music and hosting a variety of popular musicians is coming to the RP Funding Center on Sun., Jan. 17th, 2021. Tickets start at $40 and can be purchased here. Ⓟ
Active
○ Calling all runners. The 2020 Fallen Heroes Memorial 5K takes place this Saturday, from 6-9 a.m. The purpose of the race is to honor Lakeland’s fallen officers and to maintain Lakeland's Fallen Heroes Memorial Fund. Register here.
FeaturedDeal
○ Hosting a virtual event? Now through 9/30 we're offering 25% off all event listings. Submit your event here and guarantee that it's included in our daily newsletter and website. Use promo code 25VIRTUAL at check out. Ⓟ
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