From a new Trader Joe’s opening soon to a Tampa Bay-area brewery closing one of its taprooms to about $200,000 raised for a homeless restaurant manager, here are the latest business headlines from Patch.

Specialty Grocer Confirms New Sarasota Store Opening Soon

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A specialty grocer known for unique and everyday items sold under its own label is opening a second Sarasota location.

Popular Tampa Brewery Closing Ybor City Taproom

“It’s time to turn that page,” the owner of a popular Tampa brewery said about the closure of its Ybor City taproom after nearly 3 decades.

Mademoiselle Paris, Il Panificio, Amalfi Bakehouse, Willy-Ums: Restaurant News

The latest restaurant news in the Sarasota, Bradenton area: culinary tours, Willy-Ums, Amalfi Bakehouse, Il Panificio, Mademoiselle Paris.

$200K Raised To Lift Pinellas Park Restaurant Manager Out Of Homelessness

A Tampa influencer raised $200K to rent a home for the 85-year-old woman who runs Café Bích Nga and frequently sleeps at the restaurant.

Sarasota-Manatee Originals Launches Reimagined Culinary Tour Series

The food-and-wine trolley series will make stops in Sarasota, Bradenton, Siesta Key, Anna Maria Island and Nokomis-Venice.

Popular St. Pete Pizzeria Opening Tampa Location

A popular St. Pete restaurant known for its crispy pizza and Philly cheesesteaks is opening a new Tampa location.