AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoSouth Florida Food Events: The Rum Cake & Caribbean Black Cake Festival returns to Wilton Manors on Nov. 15, featuring bakers from 23 countries and territories. The Grace Jamaican Jerk Festival is also set to bring chef competitions and live music to Miramar. Restaurant News: Miami’s original Shorty’s Bar-B-Q will close its Dadeland location on Dec. 27 after 75 years; its West Miami and Davie restaurants will remain open. Florida-based First Watch plans about 55 openings in 2027, down from 62 this year, while still expanding its footprint. Food Retail: A Dadeland Publix is considering a Publix Pours café and bar with beer, wine, coffee and smoothies, but has not confirmed plans. Industry Watch: The FTC is seeking information from delivery platforms including DoorDash and Uber about personalized pricing, and has sued Toast over alleged fee disclosures and cancellation practices. Florida Agriculture: UF/IFAS researchers are advancing citrus-greening research with trunk-injection therapy and residue studies.
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