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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,...

Crafted Seasonal Cocktails Being Served Up In Tampa Bay For The Holidays The Holiday season is in full swing throughout the Tampa Bay mixology scene....

  In its 12th year, SAVOR St. Pete Food & Wine Festival is bringing together the best of the best in food, wine, craft beers...

| As Seen In Tampa Bay Metro Magazine | Christina Suarez Alvarez Le Roots Premium Urban Farm   Christina Suarez Alvarez draws inspiration from her family’s deep-rooted...

| As Seen In Tampa Bay Metro Magazine | Lizette Rivera Roasted Whisk Gifting Co.   Lizette Rivera, founder and owner of Roasted Whisk Gifting Co., creates...

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...

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...

10 Places to Celebrate Mother's Day In Tampa Bay Mother’s Day is almost here and METRO has you covered with ten places to show some...

  Cigar Aficionado and Whisky Advocates “Big Smoke meets WhiskyFest”   A triumphant collaboration event hosted by Cigar Aficionado and Whisky Advocate will make for an evening full...

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...

Valentine's Day 10 Ways to Celebrate Love A vibrant time to celebrate love is near and METRO has a list of the best places in the...

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...

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

  Signature festive cocktail recipes are a must for the holiday soirée season, and these libations are sure to liven up any gathering with good...

  5th Annual Tampa Oyster Fest It’s that time of year when the Oyster Fest brings its lively offerings to the community. Locals and visitors alike...

South Tampa Dining Guide A list of great restaurants in South Tampa, Florida. Includes Westshore, Downtown & Davis Islands (West of Channelside Dr. & South...

Downtown Tampa Area Dining Guide A list of great restaurants in Downtown, Waterstreet, Armature Works, and Ybor.     THE DOWNTOWN AREA Mis-en Place $$$ 442 W Grand Central Ave, Tampa,...

  SOUTH PINELLAS DINING GUIDE Greater St. Petersburg (St. Petersburg, St. Pete Beach, Gulfport, Treasure Island)       Datz - St Pete $$ 180 Central Ave, St. Pete, FL 33701 727-202-1182 https://datztampa.com/stpete/menu This Tampa...

  North Tampa Dining North of the Airport, Causeway and I-275 (Seminole Heights, Westchase, Oldsmar, Carrollwood, Wesley Chapel, New Tampa)             Council Oak Steaks & Seafood $$$ Seminole Hard Rock...

North Pinellas Dining Guide North of S.R. 60, West of Courtney Campbell Causeway, Beaches (Clearwater, Safety Harbor, Palm Harbor, Oldsmar, Dunedin, Indian Shores, Indian Rocks...

LOVERS OF BBQ, REJOICE! One of Tampa’s newest philanthropic events “BBQ LOVE FEST” showcases Americas Top Pitmasters and backyard bbq pros in this first annual...

  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...

  Sip. Savor. Repeat. SAVOR St. Pete Food + Wine Festival The first weekend in November has its sights set on being a culinary lovers dream come true....

| As Seen In Tampa Bay Metro Magazine | Kristin McKinney Zelinsky Owner, Pro Kitchen Hub Tampa Managing Partner, Foodie Labs ­­­Kristin has created a special space...

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,...

East Hillsborough Dining Guide Ybor | Channelside | Brandon (everything east of downtown and Davis Islands) .   Donavan’s Steakhouse $$$ 11206 Sullivan St, Riverview, FL 33578 813-295-8445 www.donovansmeatery.com Rustic charm paired with...

  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...

Stay cool and hydrated with these fruity warm-weather-friendly drinks. Use fruits of the season including kiwis, strawberries, peaches, oranges and watermelon to add flavor...

  Raise a Glass to Rooftops in Tampa Bay By Ronda M. Parag   Summer is coming, but now is the perfect time of year to kick back, dine...

5 Great Tampa Bay Dock & Dine Locations Travel by boat to get a cold cocktail or a delicious bite at any of these five...

  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...

  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...

| As Seen In Tampa Bay Metro Magazine |   The Faces of Culinary Dreams KRISTEN MCKINNEY ZELINSKY MITCHELL MCDERMOTT   Kristin McKinney Zelinsky, owner of Pro Kitchen Hub Tampa,...

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...

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...

  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...

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

It’s been a frightful year, and it’s time to break out the costumes, gather a few friends and create a few cocktails to celebrate...

Rum - it’s the perfect drink for summertime and the choice for anyone wanting to bring out the lazy daze of summer. In honor...

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

Celebrate your independence this year with a few Red, White and Blue cocktails courtesy of ABC Fine Wine & Spirits. From rum to vodka...

Expanding restaurant dining capacity to city streets and curbs will give area restaurants a fighting chance. As some retail and restaurants begin to reopen,...

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...

We might not all be gathering to celebrate Easter 2020 as we have in previous years, but local restaurants and caterers are trying to...

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...

Photo: Pezz Photo Pivoting in this time of the COVID-19 crisis is one that many businesses are trying to do to stay in business and...

During the Safer At Home order in Tampa, there is no reason to not to eat well, while supporting local restaurants. Meat Market Tampa...

  What better way to beat the heat than sipping on a deliciously cold Mojito cocktail! This year, go beyond the standard muddled mint mojito and celebrate...

A Bourbon Conversation with David Winsor, Senior Director of Corporate and International Accounting, Bloomin’ Brands A graduate of University of Florida, David is a huge...

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...

Just in time for a weekend cocktail. A great way to quench the thirst!! Old Camp Fashioned 1½ oz Old Camp Peach Pecan Whiskey @oldcampwhiskey ¾ oz...

Beat the heat and quench the thirst with ice-cold refreshing cocktails made with Pinnacle® Lemonade that is perfect for summer afternoon around the pool...

Roux Roux’s signature cuisine has become the darling of regional food aficionados, and for good reason. The highly approachable menu blends comfortable, Southern classics with...

Packard’s Steakhouse at Innisbrook Serving only the finest aged premium beef steaks. Offering sumptuous cold water lobster tails and fresh day-boat Floridian fish finished with...

717 South The award-winning restaurant has been an innovator and staple of the South Tampa Dining scene using only the freshest and locally sourced ingredients....

Just in time for the Lightning playoffs, Garrison Tavern has opened at the newly rebranded Tampa Marriott Water Street (formerly the Tampa Marriott Waterside)....

  A delicious dinner option at Roy’s includes the new Global Tasting Menu, offering a taste of Japan, available through April 30. We recently had...