WINE & SPIRITS

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...

  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...

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...

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....

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

  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....

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...

  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,...

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...

’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...

  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...

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...

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...

  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...

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

  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...

On March 17, St. Patrick's Day can tempt infrequent drinkers to get out and enjoy the festivities. Whether you plan on donning a green...