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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...

North Pinellas Dining Guide | Where To Eat In Tampa Bay

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...
South Tampa Dining

South Tampa Dining Guide | Where To Eat In Tampa Bay

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

Top 10 Rooftop Bars In Tampa Bay

  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...

Tampa Streets Make Room For Outdoor Eats

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

North Tampa Dining Guide | Where To Eat In Tampa Bay

  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...
BellaBrava St. Pete

St. Petersburg Dining Guide | Where To Eat In Tampa Bay

  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...
Dining at Packard’s Steakhouse at Innisbrook

The Independents: Packard’s Steakhouse at Innisbrook

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...

Garrison Tavern Opens at Tampa Marriott Water Street

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

5 Great Tampa Bay Dock & Dine Locations.

5 Great Tampa Bay Dock & Dine Locations Travel by boat to get a cold cocktail or a delicious bite at any of these five...
Holiday Food 2018

8 Simple Small Plates for Holiday Entertaining

8 Simple Small Plates for Holiday Entertaining   (Family Features) For holiday parties of any size, tasty appetizers and starters are menu must-haves. While the main...
Ocean Prime Ahi Tuna Rossini

Ocean Prime Features Dish From James Beard House Dinner

Ahi Tuna Rossini, a dish created by the Ocean Prime culinary team especially for the James Beard Dinner menu       Ocean Prime Tampa Features Dish From Brand's...
The Zombie Pirate cocktail recipe for Gasparilla

The Zombie Pirate: The Perfect Grog For Ye Maties!

The pirates are setting upon Tampa Bay and it’s time for the locals to prepare for the annual invasion in typical fashion — throw...
Tampa Bay Metro: How to host a wine party

Hosting Your Own Wine Tasting Party

  How to host a wine party. Table set up and tips. Written and photographed by Krayl Funch   No time to plan, book and take that dream wine...
Damn The Weather cocktail feature

Damn The Weather: Soothing Cocktail Recipes

  If you’ve been paying attention to the weather lately, you’ve probably heard about hurricane Irma. It’s been wreaking havoc on the Caribbean, and now has...
Tampa Bay Metro holiday coctail recipes

Holiday Cocktail Recipes

  Whether you're toasting to turkey day or gearing up for a day of family debates at the dinner table, one thing's for sure: A...

East Hillsborough Dining Guide | Where To Eat In Tampa Bay

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...

10 Cocktails For The Bay

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...
Packard's Steakhouse

Delectable Cuisine On The Green

  Packard’s Steakhouse At Innisbrook Resort & Golf Club By Patricia A. Vorbrich Named after the designer of Innisbrook’s four golf courses, Larry Packard, Packard’s Steakhouse brings dining...
Cruzan Coconut Mojito recipe

Chill With These Refreshing Mojito Cocktails

  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...

Whiskey, Bourbon & Rye, Oh My!

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...
Mexican Chipotle Shrimp Skewers with Lime Beer Basting Sauce

7 Tips to Master the Grill This Summer

Mastering the Grill This Summer   (Family Features) Becoming a master of the grill doesn’t have to be complicated. Test out these seven tips for quick...

Downtown Tampa Area Dining | Where To Eat In Tampa Bay

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,...

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...
Birch & Vine Restaurant

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...
Grilled Chicken and Pineapple Kabobs recipe

Must-Have Recipes for Your Hot Summer Soirees

(Family Features) Summer in Tampa Bay is all about enjoying the warm weather and sunshine with family and friends, but even with the longer...

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...
Tampa Bay Metro - Sugar Free Margarita cocktail recipe

METRO FOODIE: Sugar-Free Margarita Recipe

  They say tequila won’t fix all your problems, but we say it’s worth a shot. And this July 24, you’ll have ample opportunity to...

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...
Metro Foodie feature with bunny cupcakes

Easy Spring Dishes and Treats

Easy Spring Lamb, Sides and Treats   (Family Features) This Easter holiday, hop into a new tradition and swap your classic ham for savory lamb. Cooking lamb...

Escape with 3 Resort Cocktails at Home

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

Epicurean Hotel Opens Gourmet Market To Go

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...

A Favorite Cocktail with Old Camp Whiskey

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...

Celebrate The Big Game with a Frito Pie

Chef Frank, Creative Culinary Director of The Rez Grill, has created a special dish to celebrate just in time for Super Bowl Sunday. Check...

Lazy Days of Summer Cocktail Recipes

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...

5 Spooky Cocktails for Halloween, Costumes Optional

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...
Holiday cider punch recipe

Punch It Up this Holiday Season

Courtesy of Family Features   If you are looking to host an unforgettable holiday cocktail party, punch can make a memorable impression on your guests and...
Spanish Wines

Select Wines that Match Your Style

  Spanish Wines To Compliment Your Taste   (Family Features) For a novice, simply distinguishing a wine preference – white or red, sweet or dry – may...
savory turkey recipe

Savor Simplicity For The Holidays

Holiday recipes worth sharing Family Features   Most great holiday gatherings start with great food and end with quality time spent with loved ones. This holiday season,...

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...
Great Ice Cream

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...

Taste of Japan at Roy’s

  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...
Dining at Roux in South Tampa

The Independents: Roux

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...
Dining at 717 South in South Tampa

The Independents: 717 South

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....

Independence Day Cocktails – Red, White & Blue

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

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...
Christina Suarez Alvarez

Inspiring Woman In Business: Christina Suarez Alvarez

| 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...

The Faces of Culinary Dreams — Kristin McKinney Zelinsky & Mitchell McDermott

| 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,...
BBQ LOVE FEST

BBQ LOVE FEST

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...
Juno & the Peacock

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...
Bare Naked Kitchen

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...
Oysterfest

Oyster Fest: A Feast for a Cause, Sure to Delight!

  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...
Valentine's Day Cocktail

10 Ways To Celebrate Valentines Day Around Tampa Bay

METRO Spotlights Ten Great Venues To Go Celebrate Valentines Day Around Tampa Bay The perfect Valentines Day does exist and METRO is excited to share...
Premium Steak at Driftlight

Foodie: Delicious, Decadent & Divine

  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...
Chocolate Martini

10 FESTIVE COCKTAIL RECIPES

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

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...

Sip. Savor. Repeat at St. Pete Food + Wine Festival

  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....
Beacon Roof Top Lounge

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...
Sparrow Rooftop Bar St. Pete

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...
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