Lakeland News

All of us make common mistakes when eating in Lakeland restaurants. Those common mistakes include over- or under-tipping, complaining about the food after we have consumed it already, not examining the bill, and “taking advantage” of the eat-all-you-can buffet. If you think you’re wasting money when you’re eating out, think again. This is not particularly true. If fact, many people have mastered the art of being able to eat out in restaurants but save money at the same time. It’s a complete waste of money to have to shell out a lot when eating out when there are actual strategies you can do to save. (more…)

Have you ever gone to one of those trivia nights that people are so obsessed about in Lakeland events? It’s unsurprising that Lakeland residents and tourists like hanging out in bars and pubs with their friends. There are so much to do there, including joining trivia quizzes. In turn, if your group wins, you can enjoy a free drink or appetizer. Plus, you have bragging rights, of course. The most likely bars and pubs where a trivia night is being conducted are the Ybor Cigar and Spirits, Applebee’s North Lakeland, Hurricane Alley, and Beef ‘O’ Brady’s. Have you ever gone to a trivia night? Did you win? What was the experience like? (more…)

This may be hard to imagine but some people are never going to be comfortable with Lakeland shopping. If you’re asking why, then you’re one of the gazillions who have mastered the art of going to malls and boutiques. Some people are plain uncomfortable when shopping—maybe it has to do with shelling out their hard-earned money or wearing really uncomfortable shoes. Whatever it is, there’s no reason for people not to enjoy one of the most fun activities known to humankind. Shopping relaxes the mind and it helps motivate people. Yeah, really. You want a new bag but can’t afford it for now? Maybe you should take that overtime work your boss is offering you, right? By the time you received the extra salary, you won’t want to spend it on something as frivolous as a bag. You’ll simply want to put it in your investment or to something more useful for your everyday life. (more…)

People are not always looking for sales and discounts when it comes to Lakeland shopping. Sometimes, they just want a comfortable experience where they can shop in peace. Not everyone is looking to burn some cash. There are those who are only looking for one pair of shoes, and all they want is to be able to shop without people pushing and pulling at you. So, when is the perfect time to go shopping? When do you think leisure shoppers should go to the mall? When are malls not crowded? (more…)

Aren’t we always scared that Lakeland nightlife means we have to prepare and spend a lot? Yes, going to bars and pubs is never ever cheap. If you plan to enjoy the night and have a little booze, you have to be prepared to pay for more than your usual dinner budget. There are, of course, ways that you can have a nightlife without having to shell out half of your salary. With a little research and effort, your $50 can go a long way. Here are some tips on how you can have an inexpensive night out to town: (more…)

There are many things you have to know about owning Lakeland restaurants. You have to be ready for every nitty bitty aspect of owning a business such as a restaurant. Compared to other types of businesses, a restaurant can be the most profitable but the most maintenance-heavy one. After all, remember that with restaurants, you are not only offering a product (the food), you are also providing services (the wait staff). Everything has to be perfect when it comes to handling food. Your kitchen needs to pass all the necessary health and sanitation licenses. The food has to be a cut above the other restaurant food. Your ambience plays a huge part on the success of your business. Customers flock to restaurants that not only have good food, but have quite a delightful interior, too. (more…)