The exterior of the Angry Chair Brewing building features a distinctive mural above the awning, depicting abstract black sketches of chairs against a white background. Below the dark awning, the storefront has large tinted windows and glass entrance doors. Several bright green picnic tables are arranged on the pavement in front of the building.

Angry Chair celebrates 11 years of cranky craft beer this weekend

The Southeast Seminole Heights brewery is releasing a special barrel-aged bottle.

by Selene San Felice December 9, 2025December 9, 2025

Co-founder Ryan Dowdle leads the brewery known for its cynicism, but he’s still got a soft spot for the people who have kept it going.

A line of wooden reindeer cutouts stands on a grassy lawn at night, each decorated with a red bow and green wreath around its neck. They are connected by a string of white Christmas lights acting as reins. In the background, several Christmas trees are illuminated with colorful lights and bright orange star toppers, creating a festive park scene.

Food & Drink

A new Christmas food fest premieres in St. Pete next weekend

‘A Taste of the North’ takes over Spa Beach at the St. Pete Pier.

by Selene San Felice December 8, 2025December 8, 2025

A bearded man wearing tan overalls over a blue shirt smiles broadly while balancing three plates of food on his arm and hand. He has a pair of scissors tucked into his chest pocket and stands in front of a long dining table set for an outdoor evening event, with other guests visible in the dark background.

Food & Drink

ArtistTree Gardens and Keel Farms host a locally sourced ‘gardinner’ next week

It’s karmically delicious.

by Selene San Felice December 3, 2025December 3, 2025

A split image featuring a portrait of author Jean Meltzer on the left, smiling with wavy brown hair and wearing a dark blue top. On the right is the cover of her book, The Eight Heartbreaks of Hanukkah, depicting illustrated characters on a teal background with holiday motifs like menorahs and snowflakes.

Arts & Entertainment

Author Jean Meltzer joins a Hanukkah dinner party in Tampa this weekend

Her latest book puts a Jewish twist on ‘A Christmas Carol.’

by Selene San Felice December 1, 2025December 1, 2025

Food & Drink

All the burgers you can try during Tampa Bay Burger Week 2025

by Leigh Wilson November 14, 2025November 14, 2025

Food & Drink

Tampa Bay Bloody Mary Fest supports a bloody good cause in Tampa this weekend

When life hands you tomatoes…

by Selene San Felice November 10, 2025November 13, 2025

Music

Dunedin’s wine and blues festival returns this weekend

Four bands take to the green at Pioneer Park while more Dunedin-based breweries than ever help with libations.

by Ray Roa November 7, 2025November 7, 2025

A waist-up, indoor shot of four people standing side-by-side and smiling at the camera, likely at a bar or social event. From left to right: a man in a white button-down shirt, a woman in a dark floral dress, a woman in a blue and white patterned dress, and a bald man with a beard in a light blue patterned shirt.

Food & Drink

Creative Loafing’s Whiskey Business brings ‘Boots, Brews & Bourbon’ to St. Pete’ this week

The James Museum will be buzzin’.

by Ray Roa November 5, 2025November 5, 2025

A waist-up, outdoor shot of a man and a woman smiling at the camera. The man on the left has a beard and glasses, wearing a green t-shirt that reads "NAMASTE YBOR," and holds a white food container. The woman on the right wears a black t-shirt with the text "Papi, Soy Vegana" and holds a pink smoothie. The background is brightly lit with blurred green trees.

Food & Drink

Vegans can get their fill at Tampa Bay Veg Fest this weekend

Veg out on vegan seafood, soul food and more.

by Selene San Felice November 5, 2025November 6, 2025

A close-up shot of a Thanksgiving dinner table, with a large, golden-brown roasted turkey in a copper pan as the centerpiece. The turkey is surrounded by side dishes, including Brussels sprouts and macaroni and cheese, and glasses of red and white wine are placed at various settings on the wooden table.

Food & Drink

All the Tampa Bay restaurants offering Thanksgiving specials and takeout orders

Cooking is so chopped. Chopping is so cooked.

by CL Staff November 4, 2025November 9, 2025

Four people—two women and two men—smile at the camera while holding drinks in a dimly lit venue with exposed brick walls and pink ambient lighting.

Food & Drink

St. Pete’s ‘Whiskey Business’ tasting returns to the James Museum this weekend

VIP admission includes swag, early entry, and special VIP-only drink.

by Ray Roa November 4, 2025November 4, 2025

A close-up, high-angle shot of a gourmet dish. In the center, a deep blue bowl holds noodles, seared pink meat sprinkled with black sesame seeds, and colorful garnishes. Silver chopsticks lie across the bowl's rim. The bowl is on a large, blue-green speckled platter, which also holds a small side salad to the left and a sesame-seed-crusted block of food to the right. A silver spoon rests in front of the bowl on the platter.

Food & Drink

Savor St. Pete is back this weekend with Food Network stars, unlimited wine and gourmet bites

Thyme to party (sustainably).

by Emily McLaughlin October 28, 2025October 28, 2025

A white plate filled with various Greek foods, featuring a large, rectangular slice of pastitsio or moussaka with a browned, cheesy bechamel top. Alongside it are green peas, two stuffed grape leaves (dolmades), and a triangular piece of spanakopita.

Arts & Entertainment

Opa! Clearwater Greekfest continues one of Pinellas’ longest running traditions this weekend

by Selene San Felice October 24, 2025October 24, 2025

A low-angle, medium shot shows an outdoor concert with a band performing on a stage in front of a large crowd. Four musicians are on stage playing guitars and drums. Behind them, a large backdrop features palm trees and text reading "FROM VISITORS." A prominent red banner above the stage reads, "AMERICA'S FAVORITE BEACHES & SO MUCH MORE," with "ST PETE CLEARWATER" logos. An American flag flies on a pole to the right of the stage. The large audience in the foreground is seen from behind, facing the stage.

Food & Drink Events

John’s Pass Seafood Festival returns to Madeira Beach for its 44th year this weekend

Its Halloween activities are back, too.

by Sophia Lowrie October 21, 2025October 21, 2025

A close-up photograph of a smiling man with a beard and dark hair, wearing a white chef's coat with light tan suspenders and a light tan baseball cap worn backward. He is indoors, framed by abstract art on the wall and a large houseplant to his right.

Food & Drink

St. Pete dinner series ‘Noctivore’ debuts next week

The first of three dinners from Chef Mario Brugnoli is sold out.

by Sophia Lowrie October 7, 2025October 7, 2025

Two men celebrating at an outdoor festival. The man on the left has a mullet and a large mustache, wearing a white patterned shirt. The man on the right has a long red beard, is wearing a hat, suspenders, and green shorts, and is holding a large, full beer stein aloft. Both men have their free arms raised in excitement.

Food & Drink

Oktoberfest Tampa returns for its 16th year this weekend

Downtown’s signature Oktoberfest is back at Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park.

by Emily McLaughlin and Ray Roa October 7, 2025October 7, 2025

anging sign for Mema’s Alaskan Tacos in Ybor City, Florida, with bold red “TACOS” lettering. The sign is mounted on the side of a building with string lights underneath the overhang. Power lines, palm trees, and a clear blue sky are visible in the background.

Things to Do

Mema’s celebrates anniversary with half-price Alaskan tacos this weekend

The Best of the Bay-winner was a staple in Ybor City for 13 years and re-opened in 2024.

by Ray Roa October 1, 2025October 1, 2025

A fluffy, pink labubu toy is wearing a red and white striped headband, a dark blue shirt with a blue and white striped belt, a white apron saying "zukkus" and small round black glasses. It sits on a concrete ledge with mulch and green grass in the background, and palm trees in the distance under a bright sky.

Food & Drink Events

Labubu parties pop up at Armature Works

Congrats if you don’t know what a Labubu is.

by Alisha Durosier September 22, 2025September 22, 2025

A man with a full beard and a straw hat with a feather and a red rose is smiling while holding a beer stein. He is wearing a green and white checkered shirt with brown suspenders. Beside him, a woman with a floral wreath on her head sips from a matching beer stein. She is wearing a purple and white traditional German dirndl with a white blouse. The background is a blurry outdoor setting.

Arts & Entertainment

Oh, schnitzel: Tampa breweries offer two-week ‘Octoberquest’

Full stein ahead.

by Alisha Durosier September 22, 2025September 22, 2025

Food & Drink

Trippy Kitchen makes Tampa debut this weekend at Ology Brewing

It’s the Seminole Heights taproom’s third anniversary.

by Ray Roa September 15, 2025September 15, 2025

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Food & Drink Events

Angry Chair celebrates 11 years of cranky craft beer this weekend

A new Christmas food fest premieres in St. Pete next weekend

ArtistTree Gardens and Keel Farms host a locally sourced ‘gardinner’ next week

Author Jean Meltzer joins a Hanukkah dinner party in Tampa this weekend

All the burgers you can try during Tampa Bay Burger Week 2025

Tampa Bay Bloody Mary Fest supports a bloody good cause in Tampa this weekend

Dunedin’s wine and blues festival returns this weekend

Creative Loafing’s Whiskey Business brings ‘Boots, Brews & Bourbon’ to St. Pete’ this week

Vegans can get their fill at Tampa Bay Veg Fest this weekend

All the Tampa Bay restaurants offering Thanksgiving specials and takeout orders

St. Pete’s ‘Whiskey Business’ tasting returns to the James Museum this weekend

Savor St. Pete is back this weekend with Food Network stars, unlimited wine and gourmet bites

Opa! Clearwater Greekfest continues one of Pinellas’ longest running traditions this weekend

John’s Pass Seafood Festival returns to Madeira Beach for its 44th year this weekend

St. Pete dinner series ‘Noctivore’ debuts next week

Oktoberfest Tampa returns for its 16th year this weekend

Mema’s celebrates anniversary with half-price Alaskan tacos this weekend

Labubu parties pop up at Armature Works

Oh, schnitzel: Tampa breweries offer two-week ‘Octoberquest’

Trippy Kitchen makes Tampa debut this weekend at Ology Brewing

17 picturesque places to grab a drink in Tampa Bay

All the Tampa Bay restaurants offering Thanksgiving specials and takeout orders

Food Network celebrity chef Geoffrey Zakarian plans to open a new downtown St. Pete restaurant

Fruit Float goes brick-and-mortar in Madeira Beach