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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...

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...

Alter Ego: Music Focused Cocktail Lounge

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...

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...

DeBartolo Family Gives $7.65 Million To Tampa General Hospital

In the midst of an healthcare and economic crisis, Eddie and Candy DeBartolo have generously donated $7.65M to Tampa General Hospital in the last...

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...

METRO’S 10 Delish Holiday Cocktail Recipes

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,...

Ready for Luxury as JW Marriott Tampa Opens

It’s the crown jewel of hotels in Tampa Bay as the 519-room, 26-story, JW Marriott Tampa Water Street hotel opens Monday, Dec. 21, 2020....

ON THE WATER: Margaritaville at Sea Islander Preview

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....

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...

Chef Pierola Opens Pop Up Pick Up at Counter Culture

Once again, Chef Jeannie Pierola adapts and changes with the current market conditions of the COVID-19 crisis. Starting today fans of Chef Pierola, and...

METRO GETAWAY: Hammock Beach Resort

Unspoiled Haven By Patricia A. Vorbrich With two championship golf courses, a 6.5 acre multi-level pool complex, a 10,000 square foot spa, and coquina-laden beaches just...

METRO Weekender: Paradise Unobstructed

Opal Sands Resort on Clearwater Beach The views have changed over the years on Clearwater Beach, with many of the smaller mom and pop hotels...

Melting Pot Social — A Tampa hot spot for meeting up with friends

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,...

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...

HOME+DESIGN: Celebrate The Florida Lifestyle

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...

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...

Sizzlin’ Swimsuit Style Options For Every ‘Fun In The Sun’ Location

“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...

The Vision Council is Watching Out for Tampa

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...

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...

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...

METROHome Hot Property | The Tampa EDITION

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...

25 Great Charity Events — All For a Greater Cause

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

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

The Junior League of Tampa’s Annual Holiday Gift Market

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...

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...

Tampa Bay and the Art of Eating Well

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...

Pavilion XXXVI: Moving Towards the Future

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...

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...

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...

METROStyle: Cool Looks for Summer

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...

METRO’s Guide To The Tampa Bay Arts & Entertainment 2023 Season

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...

FOODIE: A Taste of Old Italy in Tampa Heights District

Rocca Tampa Nestled in the lively Tampa Heights district, we found a bit of the Old World. Handmade pastas and family recipes are a short...

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...

Easy, Delicious and Delivered by Puff ’n Stuff

It’s easier than ever to have a tasty meal for your family. Family Meal Delivery is now available from Puff ’n Stuff. They are...

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...

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...

Museum of the American Arts & Crafts Movement in Downtown St. Pete

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...

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...

Top 5 Lounging Looks from Deborah Kent’s

While we are all on pause from the daily grind, there is no reason to let your fashion sense go. For nearly 40 years,...

METRO Foodie: Boulon Brasserie 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...

INSPIRING WOMEN IN BUSINESS

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

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...

30 MICHELIN® MENTIONED RESTAURANTS TO ENJOY IN TAMPA BAY

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...

METRO’s Exclusive Top Doctors in Tampa Bay List

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 COMPREHENSIVE 2024 PRIVATE SCHOOL LIST

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:...

Shop That Vibe

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...

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...

Bringing Nature Into The City

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Weekender: Westgate Cocoa Beach Resort & Pier

Blast off to the space coast, while stepping back in time to feel the nostalgic past of Old Florida, on the east coast of...

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...

NAEEM KAHN Speaks Out About Tampa, Fashion, Art and Culture

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...