Food & Drink

Tampa City Council approves proposal for Hair of the Dog park and bar

The potential hub for pups and their owners in Seminole Heights is “no longer a question of if.”

by Shelbi Hayes March 28, 2017August 1, 2025

The potential hub for pups and their owners in Seminole Heights is “no longer a question of if.”

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Growth on the rise: Jamison B. Breadhouse Bakes expands in Ybor City

Two years and more than 18 accounts later, the wholesale bakery is ready to grow.

by Shelbi Hayes March 1, 2017July 6, 2025

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Out with the old: Here’s where to kiss 2016 goodbye

Revelry’s in the air, from family-friendly to grown-up New Year’s Eve celebrations.

by Meaghan Habuda and Shelbi Hayes December 22, 2016August 17, 2023

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Santa Claus is coming to town: Where are you dining (and drinking)?

Bay area restaurants and bars have limited-time eats and merry get-togethers planned.

by Meaghan Habuda and Shelbi Hayes December 20, 2016December 13, 2023

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Pub grub: The Little Lamb brings “downtown without the drive” to Clearwater

The new strip-mall gastropub specializes in out-there eats.

by Shelbi Hayes December 13, 2016June 5, 2025

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The Books Issue 2016: Six reads that’ll lift the taste buds of the lit-lover in your life

Need gift ideas this holiday season? Here’s half a dozen food and bev books to consider.

by Meaghan Habuda and Shelbi Hayes December 12, 2016July 19, 2025

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Cool beans: Tampa Bay’s cadre of coffee roasters grows again

Additions to the specialty roasting scene, Brown Bear and Black Crow, just keep on coming.

by Shelbi Hayes December 7, 2016August 3, 2025

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Limited-time eats: Winter menu items, specials to get while they last

A few Tampa restaurants with food and drink offerings that won’t last forever.

by Shelbi Hayes December 6, 2016November 14, 2024

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Strawberry fields: Datz Restaurant Group has fun on the farm in Plant City

On Tuesday, the Tampa restaurant group picked, packed and learned from Strawberry Sue.

by Shelbi Hayes November 30, 2016March 25, 2025

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Poke doke: Poké Café hooks Dunedin with build-your-own poke bowls

Recently opened, the Dunedin cafe specializes in a Hawaiian classic on Main Street.

by Shelbi Hayes November 25, 2016July 27, 2025

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Gobble ’em up: Here’s where to eat out for Thanksgiving around the bay

More than 15 places to get your food coma on before, during and after Turkey Day.

by Meaghan Habuda and Shelbi Hayes November 11, 2016August 3, 2023

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Ford’s Garage aims to bring “wow factor” to the former Rowdies Den

Downtown St. Pete is latest Bay area location that the burger and beer joint has committed to.

by Shelbi Hayes November 9, 2016July 26, 2025

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Whatever Pops & Bowls finds a permanent home in Seminole Heights

The craft ice pop and gelato biz will expand the menu at its brick-and-mortar shop.

by Shelbi Hayes November 4, 2016November 6, 2024

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Barbecue break: Dig into bipartisan politics and barbecue in Tampa

Here’s how to get a free plate of barbecue today.

by Shelbi Hayes November 3, 2016August 3, 2023

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For Lutz’s Häagen-Dazs, customer appreciation means half-price scoops

Dip into the Tampa Premium Outlets shop for discounted ice cream.

by Shelbi Hayes October 31, 2016August 3, 2023

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In good fun: 15 chefs cook their hearts out for the Center of Excellence

Watching casual cooks, led by local chefs, cook themselves to victory at the Epicurean was a treat.

by Shelbi Hayes October 24, 2016August 3, 2023

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A Sunday well spent: World Food Day had Wat Tampa busier than usual

On Sunday, the Thai temple immersed visitors in a USF-hosted World Food Day celebration.

by Shelbi Hayes October 18, 2016November 16, 2024

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Eat this: Five instant Asian market noodles undergo a CL taste test

Time to kick your standard supermarket instant noodles to the curb.

by Shelbi Hayes October 18, 2016October 1, 2024

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Recipe: Spicy Crab Burgers for Tampa Bay Burger Week

Who said every burger needs beef? Spice up your patty arsenal.

by Shelbi Hayes October 18, 2016August 3, 2023

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Fish for thought: Sustainable seafood to drive a new dinner series

Five local chefs have joined forces to present a responsible FISH dinner to combat hunger.

by Shelbi Hayes October 17, 2016August 3, 2023