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Shelley Owens: Mejia takes over Quiznos franchise in Sebastian
Francisco Mejia, a Quiznos franchisee in Melbourne, purchased the Quiznos at 1927 U.S. 1 in Sebastian in April.

Restaurant critic review: Cobb's Landing brings smiles to diners' faces
The first thing you notice upon entering Cobb's Landing are the smiles on the patrons faces. People really seem to enjoy themselves in the tiki atmosphere, and that is in no small part due to the consistently good food.

Out to lunch with Diana Foote: No matter our age, change has ability to surprise
There was a magical day at my house recently when 12 girls got together and acted in a mystery play written by my daughter and filmed by my husband. I was the director.

Restaurant critic review: El Cubanito sparks memories of mom's cooking
On Port St. Lucie Boulevard, El Cubanito shares a shopping plaza with several other family-run restaurants. Upon entering, a lovingly made display by the cash register introduces visitors to the smiling family, with manager Osmany Estrada in the center. I love this kind of establishment, with authentic food and good people behind it.

New Chipotle Mexican Grill in Port St. Lucie to offer free food, giveaways
PORT ST. LUCIE — The new Chipotle Mexican Grill in Port St. Lucie, the first on the Treasure Coast, will mark its opening July 15 through 17 with free food and giveaways.

Ciampi dishes scoop on Palm City ice cream shop closing, moving
PALM CITY — Martin County Commissioner Ed Ciampi closed his ice cream and chocolate shop at the Publix shopping center on Martin Highway in May and anticipates reopening in late July at a new location in a strip mall on Mapp Road.

Capt. Hiram's, Vito's Italian Restaurant cited by state health inspectors
Capt. Hiram's, a popular Sebastian restaurant, was one of two Treasure Coast eateries that received more than 25 violations in the most recent round of health inspections released by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation.

Out to lunch with Diana Foote: Clothing shows how we want world to see us
Whether we admit it or not, we all cling to the image our clothing delivers. Even if the impression we give is of a slob, we are in control of it by the choices we make about what to wear.

Restaurant critic review: Yellow Tail Grille serves up fun along with food
The Yellow Tail Grille and Raw Bar is the place to go if you want fun along with your food.

Shelley Owens: Papa Z in Stuart cuts menu prices, adds comedy shows
Coupons? Fuhgettaboudit! Everything on the menu is $5 or $10. And you can enjoy dinner and a nationally known comedy show for $20. Those are the new summer prices at Papa Z, at 2500 S.E. Federal Highway in Stuart in Regency Square. Papa Z has a new general manager, Chef Ken Werner, who has revamped the restaurant?s offerings and brought in Groucho?s Comedy Club.

Restaurant critic review: Carson's hits the spot, for a meal or a reunion
Carson's Tavern is a local favorite, a reunion spot for old friends during holidays, packed to the gills with noisy patrons on a regular basis, and home to a St. Patrick's Day party that has become famous.

Stuart eatery gets perfect health inspection, two in PSL have over 25 violations each
One Martin County restaurant received a perfect rating and two Port St. Lucie restaurants each received more than 25 violations in the most recent round of health inspections released by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation.

Restaurant critic review: Yianni's Cafe has feel of a Greek taverna
Walk into Yianni's Greek Cafe in Fort Pierce and you'll feel you're in a taverna in one of the Greek islands.

Restaurant critic review: Sushi Yama Siam mixes it up with a Thai-Japanese menu
With so many sushi restaurants in Stuart, it's nice to mix things up a bit.

Shelley Owens: Edelweiss Café takes the heat out of summer with monthly Music Fest
Chris Frambes, owner of Edelweiss Café & Deli at 40 S.E. Ocean Blvd. in Stuart, has started Music Fest at Gazebo Park to help liven up the summers east of Confusion Corner.

Out to lunch with Diana Foote: Stay-at-home plans feel just right for days of summer
In the midst of planning summer camps and outings for my child, I'm remembering my favorite summers as a kid.

Out to lunch with Diana Foote: Unhealthy trend -- many chains are going to extremes
Extreme appetizers, entrées and desserts at chain restaurants are making Americans fatter and sicker, according to the Center for Science in the Public Interest. And the latest trend is for chains to make unhealthy food even worse.

Restaurant critic review: Everything at Berry Fresh lives up to its name
Berry Fresh Cafe in St. Lucie West has its recipe for success posted right on the wall. Among other points, the new restaurant promises a lot of freshness: fresh-ground coffee, fresh-squeezed juice and breads that are baked fresh daily.

Shelley Owens: Sweet Buffet in Vero Beach will offer more than 130 items
Sweet Buffet advertises 130 items on the buffet seven days week but it's not true. When the restaurant opens later this month at 6700 20th St. in Vero Beach, the buffet will offer about 145 meats, salads, breads, potatoes, drinks, desserts and more.

Restaurant critic review: Spend delightful summer days at Mulligan's
There probably isn't another restaurant in Vero Beach that is as summery as Mulligan's Beach House. Sit on the open-air back deck overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, and you'll decide that you no longer envy your friends who have gone north for the season.