Jamie Peiffer, Author at Creative Loafing Tampa

RiverFest 2016: Mayor’s Mac & Cheese Throwdown, Brunch Festival and more

A breakdown of can’t-miss food and drink during Tampa’s upcoming RiverFest 2016.

by Jamie Peiffer April 26, 2016August 17, 2023

A breakdown of can’t-miss food and drink during Tampa’s upcoming RiverFest 2016.

Fairgrounds hosts twist on its annual food truck fest

Sample some of the best local eats at Discover the Food Festival in Tampa this weekend.

by Jamie Peiffer April 25, 2016June 16, 2025

New Sacred Pepper brings bold flair to North Tampa

On Tuesday, North Dale Mabry will see the opening of DeBartolo Holdings’ Sacred Pepper eatery.

by Jamie Peiffer April 16, 2016July 5, 2025

More than 40 eateries, vendors unite for all-you-can-eat benefit

On Saturday, eat and drink with Best of Tampa Bay’s tastemakers in downtown Tampa.

by Jamie Peiffer April 12, 2016August 17, 2023

Safety Harbor to celebrate Florida’s favorite dessert

Key lime pie will drive a tropical fiesta from the Safety Harbor Public Library Foundation Thursday.

by Jamie Peiffer April 11, 2016August 17, 2023

Sea Salt oyster sommelier to share pearls of wisdom

Oysters and champagne will be sampled and discussed during a Sea Salt event Saturday afternoon.

by Jamie Peiffer April 6, 2016February 7, 2024

We’re not jerking: Beef Jerky Outlet launches in Clearwater Beach

Yep. In Clearwater Beach, a whole store filled with the practical, low-cal snack is actually a thing.

by Jamie Peiffer April 4, 2016August 5, 2025

Celebrity chef to host first HSN culinary series

Starting April 2, HSN will kick off a live “farmers’ market” series with chef Donatella Arpaia.

by Jamie Peiffer March 25, 2016February 9, 2024

Survey says: Spaghetti Warehouse lets diners weigh in on new location

Through an online poll, guests are invited to suggest a fresh home for Spaghetti Warehouse.

by Jamie Peiffer March 21, 2016July 15, 2025

Get lucky: How to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day around the bay

The region has many food and drink events planned for St. Paddy’s before bed and after dark.

by Jamie Peiffer March 14, 2016March 18, 2025

Come on, get happy at upcoming Sawgrass Tiki Bar block party

St. Pete’s Sawgrass Tiki Bar & Tea House is set to celebrate International Day of Happiness.

by Jamie Peiffer March 14, 2016June 3, 2025

Yaqui, come home: Big Ray’s owner plans Teepee Taco next door

Food and ancestry will intertwine at Nick Cruz’s latest restaurant in Tampa.

by Jamie Peiffer March 9, 2016May 22, 2025

Land O’ Lakes Winery to release wine brand this month

A party will help commemorate Land O’ Lakes Winery’s anniversary and own brand of wine.

by Jamie Peiffer March 7, 2016April 12, 2025

Sipping the South: Jazzed up staples

Five boozeless takes on classic Southern beverages, including lemonade and sweet tea.

by Jamie Peiffer February 25, 2016October 13, 2022

Best Beer Scene contest selects Tampa to compete

Tampa is among the 20 cities chosen by 10Best and USA Today as the best U.S. scenes for beer.

by Jamie Peiffer February 12, 2016November 1, 2023

Do This: National Cheat Day

Datz in South Tampa wants you to indulge, proclaiming Thursday to be National Cheat Day.

by Jamie Peiffer January 25, 2016August 17, 2023

Health & Fitness Issue 2016: Healthy on a budget

Where to find fresh, wallet-friendly produce and meat while using EBT.

by Justin Croteau and Jamie Peiffer January 21, 2016September 18, 2023

Pick-it-yourself: New organic U-pick coming to Riverview

Riverview’s Florida Urban Organics to hold a grand opening for its first fully organic U-pick Saturday.

by Jamie Peiffer January 12, 2016January 10, 2025