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Longtime popular family-owned deli sold in Tampa
Rumors that abounded on Tampa-based social media sites the past couple weeks were finally confirmed Monday. A local deli known for its style of Monte Cristo sandwich and large portions of other sandwiches and cakes that opened in 1963 will be changing hands. Wright’s Gourmet House, originally founded by Marjorie...
Yelp names Tampa sushi restaurant one of the best in America
Yelp has unveiled its list of the 100 best sushi restaurants in America, and Tampa’s own Rice & Spice has earned a coveted spot. Located at 11625 Sheldon Road, this local gem offers a unique fusion of Laotian, Thai, and Chinese cuisines, in addition to its renowned sushi rolls.
A tour of Tampa’s best happy hours
Note: This guide was last updated in May, 2024. All specials are subject to change. If one of these is no longer valid, or if a good happy hour is missing, please email info@thatssotampa.com. Be sure to bookmark this for happy hour adventures. Whether you’re craving a frosty craft beer...
Schnitt Sidekick ‘Froggy’ Loses Q105 Lilypad
Tune in to the Q105 wake-up offering MJ Morning Show at Classic Hits WRBQ-FM in Tampa-St. Petersburg, and you’ll hear the air personality many may know as Todd Schnitt using his music radio persona, “MJ.” For the last four years, one of his show sidekicks has been a man known on-air as “Froggy.”
Best Brandon Hole-in-the-Wall Restaurants in FL
We’ll explore the best Brandon Hole-in-the-Wall restaurants, highlighting three standout establishments that epitomize the rich culinary culture of the area. Brandon, FL, boasts a vibrant food scene teeming with hidden gems that offer unique and authentic dining experiences. These featured restaurants are just a glimpse into the great deal...
Things to do around Tampa & Wesley Chapel: July 4-10
4-10 p.m. July 4. Julian B. Lane Riverfront Park, 1001 N. Blvd., Tampa. Boom by the Bay is Tampa’s premier Independence Day celebration, featuring family-friendly activities, live entertainment, an apple pie throwdown, and a fireworks display. The event is free and open to the public. MetroCon. July 5-7. Tampa...
3-day Asian Street Food and Music Festival announced for Pinellas Park
A special 3-day event, Summer Vibes Asian Street Food and Music Festival is coming to England Brothers Park (5010 81st Ave N) in Pinellas Park this summer. The big food festival takes place August 2-4, from 4pm-11pm on Aug 2, and 2pm-11pm Aug 3-4. Admission is $10 per adult, and kids can join the fun for free. Free parking is also available.
Review: A Bite From Brazil
Searching for a new favorite restaurant? Look no further. Just off Hillsborough Avenue, there is a little Brazilian restaurant that flourishes in a spot no other business has. Over the years, its businesses have ranged anywhere from American cafés to Greek cuisine, but none of them have had a grip on me the way El Churrascaso has.
Summer Alcohol Guide: Drinks for the season
TAMPA (BLOOM) – Summer is here, and there’s no better way to celebrate than with a refreshing drink in hand. Whether you’re lounging by the pool, hosting a BBQ, or simply enjoying a warm evening on the porch, we’ve got you covered with a selection of must-try summer spirits. So, grab your sunglasses, and let’s […]
Search for St. Pete dog reveals Tampa Bay's murky economy of missing pets
Elizabeth and Cillian Purcell would do anything to get Khaki back — hop on a last-minute flight, offer a $5,000 reward, even hire a pet psychic. But after seven days, their 10-year-old dachshund mix was still missing. Why it matters: When Khaki dug out of their St. Pete yard...
Tampa coffeehouse cultivating inclusivity by hiring people with disabilities
TAMPA, Fla. - Coffee Uniting People (CUP) is creating inclusive opportunities in the Bay Area. The nonprofit coffeehouse that recently opened a second Tampa location hires people with disabilities. "We've got about a total of about 45, 46, 47 employees, of which about 40 of those have some sort of...
Why a pizza chain has big plans for Tampa Bay
Little Ceasars, the world’s third-largest pizza chain, recently announced that Tampa Bay is at the center of ambitious plans to open over 30 new restaurants in seven states. Founded in 1959, Detroit-based Little Ceasars now boasts establishments in all 50 states and 28 countries and territories. However, St. Petersburg is home to just one of the company’s fast-casual restaurants.
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