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Best 8 Bourbon & Whiskey Bars in Tampa Bay

photo: Whiskey Cake The brown spirits of bourbon and whiskey are enjoying a re-birth of sorts with restaurants and mixologists creating places, events and cocktails...

METROHome Tour: A Coveted Mid-Century Modern

By Mary Lou Janson | Photography by Garrett Brown Photo/Video Classic architecture, contemporary design and an oversized waterfront lot create a look, lifestyle and level of luxury...

METROHome Tour: Modern, Eclectic, Elegance With A View

By Mary Lou Janson | Photography by Greg Dean, Owner/Photographer, Real Pro Media LLC Spectacular views of the downtown Tampa waterfront and cityscape from the...

Transforming Mediterranean Style Into A Soothing Coastal-Charmed Interior

Dark colors, abundant wrought iron accents and ornate embellishments, defined the personality and interior design of the Westshore area home that attracted a family...

Ian Schrager — “A New Take on Luxury” @ The Residences at The Tampa...

Meet Ian Schrager Creative Director, The Residences at The Tampa EDITION By Ronda M. Parag METRO had an exclusive opportunity to video chat with the legendary Ian Schrager, Creative...

Home Tour: Majestic Country Lakefront Estate

Lakefront, Country Estate Combines Elegance and Ease for an Ideal Lifestyle By Mary Lou Janson | Photography: www.uneekimage.com The Oaks Estate is a majestic, multi-faceted manor that...

METROHome Tour: Custom Home Collaboration

By Mary Lou Janson | Photography by Greg Dean, Real Pro Media LLC Once their sons were old enough to leave home to launch their...

Discover California’s Sonoma County

Wine Tours, Farm-to-Table Dinners and Northern California Fun By Ronda M. Parag On a recent trip to tour unique destinations in Sonoma, California, I was reminded that...

Hot Property: Stunning Beach Park Mediterranean Estate

It might be the perfect home for a growing family. The five bedrooms, four full and one half baths, 4,855 square foot home is...

METRO Foodie: Birch & Vine Restaurant

New Menu for Fall at Birch & Vine Restaurant It didn’t take long for Amelia Island native, Lee Aquino, to earn his way as Executive...

HOT PROPERTY: The Ritz-Carlton Residences Tampa

Artful High Design Comes to Bayshore Boulevard in Tampa By Ronda M. Parag Set to break ground later this year, Ritz-Carlton Residences, Tampa will feature 89...

Sip & Savor at The Vinoy Renaissance in St. Petersburg

Photos: Marriott Hotels & Resorts It is the ideal place to relax and enjoy with friends the peace and tranquility of the historic hotel in...

Sip on Sangria at Home with Recipe from Ceviche

’Tis the season for gathering with friends and family. It is the perfect time to start new traditions. Over twenty years ago, Ceviche dedicated...

Where Fresh Air Meets Fresh Opportunities

Park City, Utah | By Patricia A. Vorbrich When the Florida heat and humidity become too much for our residents, a mountain getaway to cooler...

METROHome Tour: A Passion Project

A Passion Project By Mary Lou Janson Interior Design by Rob Bowen Design Group Photography by Seamus Payne Architectural renderings for a customized West Indies-style home were finished...

ART: St. Petersburg’s Uptown Arts District Thrives

A Celebration Of The Arts In St. Pete’s Uptown Arts District St. Petersburg is an art city. Tourists feel it, residents welcome it and artists thrive...

Summer Fun In Orlando

Summer time is here and families are ready to get out an explore. Orlando is now welcoming visitors with new expanded safety measures. Many...

METRO GETAWAYS: Island Adventure Awaits with Tropical Breezes and Desert Beauty in Aruba

Getaway to Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino By Ronda M. Parag Aruba is known as “One Happy Island” and on a recent trip to experience...

A New Wave Of Boating Style

Sea Ray’s All-New Sundancer 370 By Stephen P. Parag, II It’s been hard to keep our excitement under wraps, but now that the all-new Sundancer 370...

HOME TOUR: Elegance abounds on a grand scale throughout this Tampa estate.

The Cornerstone Of Luxury And Privacy By Ronda M. Parag This exquisite mansion is truly the only one of its kind in Florida. It was designed and...

8 Great Summer Scoops

8 Great Summer Scoops By Ronda M. Parag It’s the quintessential food of summer — that sugary, sweet taste of ice cream, or a cool burst of a flavored...

Local Tampa Bay Area Dentist Gives Back in Haiti

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,...

HOT PROPERTY: Waterfront Modern Luxury

Pre-Construction Waterfront Modern Luxury In South Tampa By Ronda M. Parag There is limited waterfront available in South Tampa, and we’ve all heard in real estate, the words...

DRIVE: It’s Electric!

It’s Electric! Introducing The New Porsche Taycan Turbo Imagine my delight when we were offered the chance to take the Taycan Turbo S for a weekend...

WEEKENDER: Exploring Historic St. Augustine

Explore the Old World Charm of Historic St. Augustine By Ronda M. Parag As the oldest city in the U.S., St. Augustine offers more that 60...

Dalí Drawings on Display in St. Pete

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...

Metro Guide to the Top Doctors in Tampa Bay

METRO’S EXCLUSIVE GUIDE TO THE TOP DOCTORS IN TAMPA BAY

2025 Top Doctors® In Tampa Bay Tampa Bay METRO’s 23rd Annual Guide: 525 Peer Selected Doctors | 69 Specialties Tampa Bay METRO has been the Bay Area’s...

Spring Style Trends in Tampa Bay

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,...

HOME TOUR: CONTEMPORARY CUSTOM DAVIS ISLANDS WATERFRONT ESTATE

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...

THE NEXT GENERATION SHAPING TAMPA BAY’S CREATIVE FUTURE

Art Forward By Ronda M. Parag Tampa Bay’s arts scene is thriving like never before, energized by the 'next' generation of advocates, philanthropists, and cultural champions....

METRO Style: A Colorful Look At The 2023 Spring Fashion Trends

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

FOODIE: A Coastal Gem in Downtown St. Petersburg

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

Cool Style Trends For A Hot Tampa Bay

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...

Local Event Designer and Planner Creates Dazzling Experiences

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...

TAMPA BAY METRO HOME TOUR: Where Personality Meets Refinement

Tampa's Crespo Design Group Crafts a Stylish, Modern Retreat By Ronda M. Parag | Photography by Nicholas Ferris Photography When a newly married couple purchased their first...

West Indies Inspired Tampa Bayshore Estate With Modern-Eclectic Flair

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...

Allowing Spirits to Rise at the Beacon Roof Top Lounge

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...

SIP, SAVOR, AND SPILL—IT’S TEA TIME, TAMPA STYLE.

SPILL THE TEA In Tampa Style. A Girls’ Day Out At Beacon. Looking for the ultimate Saturday escape with your besties? Forget the brunch lines—gather the girls and...

METROLife People: In Search of the Perfect Sound…

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...

GASPARILLA GROG FOR YE MATIES: The 2025 Frozen Zombie Pirate

The pirates are setting upon Tampa Bay and it’s time for the locals to prepare for the annual invasion in typical fashion — throw...

Weekender: Bring on the Sun & Fun at the W Fort Lauderdale

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...

GETAWAY: A JOURNEY THROUGH JAPAN’S CULTURE, FOOD, AND TIMELESS BEAUTY

Exploring Japan From Tokyo to Nagano By Evan Parag | Photography by Evan Parag Is there ever a perfect time to do something? When it comes to...

On View at Museum of Fine Arts — Gio Swaby: Fresh Up

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...

Honoring Racing Legend Dan Wheldon in St. Petersburg

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...

AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION “LEARN THE SIGNS OF ATRIAL FIBRILLATION”

New research finds 62% of AFib patients were unaware of the condition before diagnosis. The American Heart Association urges the people of Tampa Bay to...

METROLife Sponsored Event: Morgan Auto Group Charity Polo Classic

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...

LUXE RENOVATIONS CONTINUE AT THE SEMINOLE HARD ROCK HOTEL & CASINO TAMPA

Renovations Showcased: Marking The Continuation of Luxe Offerings at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa An unveiled overhaul at Seminole Hard Rock Tampa Hotel...

Family-Friendly Florida Road Trips

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...

7 MUST-TRY SUMMER SALADS & WRAPS FROM TAMPA BAY FAVORITES

Spring Into Summer 7 Salads & Bowls to Keep You Cool, Fresh & Full Across Tampa Bay As the temps rise and the Florida sun heats up, nothing...

Lawyer by Day and Author by Night

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...

34 MICHELIN® MENTIONED RESTAURANTS TO ENJOY IN TAMPA BAY

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

A QUICK GETAWAY FROM TAMPA BAY — BUNGALOWS KEY LARGO

All-Inclusive. All-Adults. All Amazing. Bungalows Key Largo By Ronda M. Parag Ready to trade your to-do list for turquoise water and tropical drinks? Just a 6-hour drive from Tampa—or...

METROGuide Getaways: Charlotte, North Carolina

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...

COCKTAILS, CUISINE, AND POSH CITY VIBES ATOP ST. PETE

Heighten Your Senses. The Sparrow Rooftop Bar Atop The Moxy Hotel St. Pete. Sparrow rooftop bar and lounge is the newest hotspot in the area. Upon entry...

THE NEW STARS IN THE TAMPA BAY DINING SCENE

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...

BURGER BLISS: A GUIDE TO THE PERFECT PATTY IN TAMPA BAY

Tampa Bay METRO’s Guide to the Perfect Patty in Tampa Bay If you think Tampa Bay is just about beaches and sunshine, wait until you meet its...

Azul Dreams. A Waterfront Gallery Home.

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...

METRO At Home: From The Windy City To A Tropical Paradise

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...

TAMPA BAY CULINARY LEADER DISHES ON THE PAST & FUTURE

Mise en Place A Culinary Legacy Ready for Its Next Chapter Mise en Place first opened its doors on Platt Street in 1986, introducing Tampa Bay to gourmet...

HOME TOUR | Textures Tower Over Downtown St. Petersburg

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...