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  Holiday lights and New Year’s fireworks aren’t the only things getting lit this holiday season! The holiday season is a time for friends and family,...

  Juno & the Peacock A Coastal Gem in Downtown St. Petersburg   Nestled along the vibrant Beach Drive in Downtown St. Petersburg, Juno & the Peacock offers...

Battle Boxes with Cathy Angel Owner and Founder of Boxed by an Angel   Trying times call for implementation of spirit lifting tactics. That is the exact business...

Inspiring Women in Business Profiles of Incredible Business Women in Tampa Bay  

Eat. Shop. Do. Compiled by METRO staff The Tampa Bay Area is bursting with excitement, offering something for everyone — locals and tourists alike. We’ve put...

METRO'S GUIDE TO COOL The Bay Area’s Best Waterfront Dining ​ Salt Shack Spectacular views of Tampa Bay combined with tasty drinks, specialty seafood and more. This salt lovers...

“In the tapestry of seasons, summer weaves the threads of joy and adventure.” —Luna Brightwater Lush landscapes, salty air and blue skies surround us as we...

A Tri-fecta of Sandos Hotels & Resorts Discover the diverse allure of Sandos Hotels & Resorts, where I recently traveled to three all-inclusive havens catering...

  Preview Sailing Voyage Aboard The Margaritaville at Sea Islander Fun in the sun, where it’s always 5 o’clock aboard the newly renovated Margaritaville at Sea Islander....

From The Windy City To A Tropical Paradise By Ronda M. Parag | Photograhy by Tony Sica Photography   The Mulh family recently relocated to the Tampa...

30 Michelin® Mentioned Restaurants The elevated food scene in Tampa Bay continues to be recognized by the world-class Michelin Guide. People from outside the Bay...

Tampa Bay Wine and Food Festival April 9-13 A highly anticipated spring celebration of culinary delights will make its mark in the Tampa Bay area. The...

Honoring Racing Legend Dan Wheldon The Lionheart Movie Debuts on HBO and MAX It was a great way to kick off the INDYCAR Series season in...

Beacon: Roof Top Lounge atop the JW Marriott Tampa Water Street Stunning views of downtown Tampa and adjacent waterways appear at Beacon: Roof Top Lounge atop the...

METROHome Home Tour Contemporary Custom Davis Islands Waterfront Estate   Step inside the recently completed custom home on Davis Islands, and you will feel an immediate sense of peace...

  On Exhibit through April 28, 2024 Dalí & The Impressionists: Monet, Renoir, Degas & More   Salvador Dalí transcended art styles throughout his career. The Impressionists approach was...

  A Ship For all Seasons. Cruising New England and Canada Aboard MSC Meraviglia. By Ronda M. Parag   It’s a great way to explore Canada and New...

Hobie Long has made it a life project to teach others the importance and benefits of working on all aspects of health (Holistic Wellness). Finding...

2024 Top Doctors® List Tampa Bay METRO’s 22nd Annual Guide: 420 Peer Selected Doctors | 58 Specialties   Tampa Bay METRO is the Bay Area’s Leading City Lifestyle Magazine...

TAMPA BAY METRO’S 2024 PRIVATE SCHOOL LIST The #1 family guide for discovering and comparing private schools in the Tampa Bay area.   Academy at the Lakes Address:...

  Tropical Modern Home Now Available in St. Petersburg Tropical Modern designed homes are coming into fashion, and are ideal for the climate in Florida. Now is...

  Alter Ego A music-forward cocktail lounge, offering an energetic vibe and proper, soulful hospitality   Water Street Tampa’s swank restaurant and bar scene is excited to usher...

Melting Pot Social (MeltSO) Keep on Dipping in Downtown Tampa   Known by the nickname of MeltSo to locals since opening in May 2023 in downtown Tampa,...

  Simply Elevated Dining Boulon Brasserie   In the heart of the Water Street neighborhood in downtown Tampa, Boulon Brasserie and its Boulon Bakery welcome guests morning, noon...

  Sunda New Asian Bringing The Flavors Of Southeast Asia To Tampa Bay   Sunda New Asian brings all the flavors of Asia home as one of the...

  For too long Tampa Bay’s culinary community has been on the lookout, waiting for stars to fall their way. Not just any stars, but...

  METRO takes a look at three family-friendly places in Florida that are an easy drive or quick flight away: Sarasota, St. Augustine and Key...

  W Fort Lauderdale It may only be a four hour drive or a quick 45 minute plane ride, but the east coast of Florida is...

Local Event Designer and Planner FrankLynn Visual Marketing (FLVM) Creates Dazzling Experiences FrankLynn Visual Marketing (FLVM) has been creating bold, unique experiences connecting people and places for...

  Where Ideas Come From: Dalí’s Drawings Through October 22, 2023 When the temperatures around Tampa Bay heat up, head inside to cool off in downtown...

Stay chill and fresh from the top of your head to the soles of your feet. With pops of pink, METRO has some must-haves...

  Being in the Florida sun can be down right exhausting. There are a few precautions that may go unnoticed even if you feel accustomed to...

Shop That Vibe at Clayton Gray Home   As millennials begin to settle into their newly-purchased homes, the task of furnishing them comes down to one...

Three local legends in the Tampa food scene have more in common than what meets the eye. Apart from orchestrating excellence in the culinary...

Blending Old World charm with modern design to create a polished and welcoming living space requires both bold choices and subtle nuances. Rob Bowen, principal...

  Like a splash across the sky, Spring 2023 arrives on the runway with colors that are painted by an artistic hand. Wild brush strokes...

Discover the Queen’s City Charlotte, North Carolina   Everyone knows in Florida that you have to go North to experience the South. I had the opportunity to...

Meet Mike Ingold Ingold Audio Design Co. Mike Ingold’s love of music, woodworking and fabrication have finally all come together in a new business venture with...

Morgan Auto Group Charity Polo Classic When: February 25, 2023 Where: DI Polo The 11th annual Morgan Auto Group Charity Polo Classic presented by SFLAA and OLAA...

  Rise Above at The Tampa EDITION Seeking the ultimate in luxury  living? Look no further than the Residences at The Tampa EDITION. Live the hotel...

  “I don’t like that?” “I don’t want to eat that.” For parents and caregivers, the struggle of dealing with a picky eater is real. If...

The Inspiration behind the Tampa Museum of Art’s annual "CITY: Fashion+Art+Culture" event, Naeem Khan, took some time to speak with Tampa Bay METRO about...

Designing A Waterfront Home Which Celebrates The Florida Lifestyle   Potthast Design approaches each project with the client at the center. From the initial engagement, and throughout...

25 CHARITY EVENTS IN TAMPA BAY | 2023   Ryan Nece Foundation Event: 14th Annual Holiday Party – Raise the Stakes for Students Date & Time: December...

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Stellar Musical, Theatrical and Comical Performances Coming This Season To The Bay   Award-winning productions, scores and performers, comedies to dramas, musical theater to...

The Junior League of Tampa's Annual Holiday Gift Market Goes Hollywood The Junior League of Tampa Holiday Gift Market is going Hollywood this year! The theme...

  Moving Towards the Future Pavilion XXXVI: Humana vs. Machina   The philanthropic celebration of the arts unfolds as Tampa Museum of Art hosts the 36th annual Pavilion...

  Street Artist Alessandro Etsom Completes Striking Murals   It seems that outdoor public art is making appearances all over Tampa Bay. In Water Street Tampa, CASS Contemporary...

  A change of plans by the Snell Isle property’s developer did more than just open the door to a new home for two prominent...

  Discover Driftlight at the JW Marriott Tampa   Tampa Bay locals, as well as hotel guests, will be delighted with a new steakhouse in downtown Tampa...

Whether you are planning a summer staycation or finally going on that getaway, we’ve found some bright and colorful essentials for those hot days of summer...

Meet Jen Murphy, Local Corporate and Tax Attorney Publishes Debut Novel   Born in New York but moved to Bogota, Colombia at three years old, and...

Join the Mad Hatter, Dormouse and the March Hare for an immersive Wonderland experience for an adult-style Gin Tea Party. It’s a fun and interactive...

Dr. Ron O’Neal, a board Member of Village Partners International, along with fellow medical professionals, travel each year to a remote area in Mombin-Crochu,...

  On View at Museum of Fine Arts Gio Swaby: Fresh Up The multidisciplinary artist Gio Swaby (b. 1991, Nassau, Bahamas) whose work explores the intersections of...

  The South Tampa mansion boasting spectacular front porch views of Bayshore Boulevard’s sparkling  waterfront and bustling promenade seemed an ideal fit for the family...

METRO Spots Some Stylish Local Trends for Spring Fashion is easy going this spring with new trends including maxi dresses, mini skirts, stripes, chromatic coloring,...

  Tampa Bay Area Chefs are Creating Fresh, Innovative, Healthy, and Delicious Menus   Remember being reminded to eat your vegetables? Or often being told about the...

  Museum of the American Arts & Crafts Movement Now Open in Downtown St. Pete   St. Petersburg is a destination for the arts, and the latest museum...

Holiday Thyme with Tito's Handmade Vodka   No matter how you spend the holiday season, there’s no better way to keep spirits bright than a festive...