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Meet Tampa's Gabby Duncan, the one-woman-show behind vegan powerhouse Gabby Bakes

The next Gabby Bakes pop-up happens at St. Pete's Indie Flea this weekend.

By Kyla Fields

Mar 28, 2023

The first time you lay eyes on a Gabby Bakes cake, you do a double take. Its sheer cuteness initially catches the eye, but on second glance you notice its intricately-piped buttercream, unique blend of pastel colors and painstaking attention to detail...

Meet Tampa's Gabby Duncan, the one-woman-show behind vegan powerhouse Gabby Bakes

St. Pete’s Crumb Factory launches a new dinner service this week

It will serve entrees, beer and wine from Thursday-Saturday.

By Kyla Fields
Mar 29, 2023
Federal investigation accuses St. Pete's Red Mesa restaurants of withholding employee wages

So far, the U.S. Department of Labor has recovered $190K for employees.

By Colin Wolf
Mar 9, 2023
Uber Eats partners with Tampa International Airport, a first in the country

The program is available to passengers, flight crew and airport staff

By Tyana Rodgers
Mar 7, 2023
Bern’s Steak House launches a new reservation policy, no-show fees will now benefit Feeding Tampa Bay

All reservations will be secured with a credit card, too.

By Kyla Fields
Feb 28, 2023
KFC is currently testing two new chicken sandwiches in Tampa

Apparently, the chicken sandwich wars of 2021 ain't over.

By Colin Wolf
Feb 15, 2023
Executive Chef Brian Lampe stepping down from Seminole Heights' Rooster & The Till

And the restaurant is seeking his replacement.

By Kyla Fields
Feb 2, 2023
After 32 years, Hyde Park Village’s Wine Exchange will be forced to move

The wine bar has been at its South Tampa location for over three decades.

By Kyla Fields
Feb 2, 2023
Three Tampa Bay restaurants make Yelp’s ‘100 Places to Eat in 2023’ list

From brunch to yakitori—Yelpers love these popular Tampa Bay concepts.

By Kyla Fields
Jan 27, 2023
Tampa Bay restaurants receive zero James Beard nominations

We didn’t receive any love from the Michelin Guide last year, either.

By Kyla Fields
Jan 27, 2023
Six Tampa bars where you can escape Gasparilla

Pirate-free peace awaits.

By Jourdan Ducat
Jan 19, 2023
Eggs in Tampa Bay are among the most expensive in the nation, says study

Tampa Bay's high price tag for eggs actually ranks as the third highest in the country.

By Colin Wolf
Jan 18, 2023
Common Dialect owners Mike and Kendra Conze talk Seminole Heights, craft beer and labors of love

Their brewery celebrates its grand opening this weekend.

By Kyla Fields
Jan 10, 2023
Florida State Fair's Tampa Cuban funnel cake sandwich among new, weird food offerings coming next month

Key lime pie is getting fried, too.

By Ray Roa
Jan 5, 2023
Tampa's La Teresita lands on Food & Wine's list of 'Best Diners in Every State'

Yoder's in Sarasota did, too.

By Ray Roa
Jan 2, 2023
Ambitious Tampa Bay cooks find success in Metropolitan Ministries’ culinary arts programs

The 12-week program teaches the basics of cooking.

By Alexandria Jones
Dec 23, 2022
Florida was nation's fastest growing state this year, says U.S. Census Bureau

Florida had an estimated 22,244,823 residents as of July 1, up from 21,828,069 a year earlier.

By News Service of Florida
Dec 22, 2022
Tampa's Ocean Prime and Ulele make Opentable's 'Top 100 Most Beloved Restaurants in America' list

A few Tampa Bay eateries made this year's "Top 100 Most Beloved Restaurants in America" list.

By Kyla Fields
Dec 22, 2022
St. Pete’s Chief's Creole Cafe expands hours and adds vegan options

This southside staple is known for its spread of Southern comfort food.

By Kyla Fields
Dec 7, 2022
Stone Soup Company’s owner retires and makes it an employee-owned business

The transition took place earlier this month.

By Kyla Fields
Dec 2, 2022
St. Pete’s Hawthorne Bottle Shoppe lands on Wine Enthusiast's 'Best Beer Shops in the U.S.' list

It opened in the Grand Central District in 2017.

By Kyla Fields
Nov 29, 2022

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Tampa Bay's best restaurant and bar patios with ridiculously scenic views

Rooftop views, ocean views, skyline views, Tampa Bay restaurants and bars really do have some top-notch patios. Here you'll find some of…

By Brandalynn NuÃ±ez Cepeda, Tyana Rodgers

Mar 31, 2023

Cane & Barrel
104 2nd Ave. S, St. Petersburg. 727-610-5427
Located in the heart of downtown St. Petersburg, Cane & Barrel is a Cuban-inspired rooftop bar and cocktail lounge. The spot features two different bars, and features bites like a Cubano sandwich and yuca fries.
Photo via Cane & Barrel/Facebook

Over 20 Tampa Bay restaurants ranked among Yelp's 'Top 100 Places to Eat in Florida 2023' list

Florida has plenty of great places to eat, and according to Yelpers, some of the best spots are here in Tampa Bay.…

By CL Staff

Mar 28, 2023

49. Lenny's Restaurant
21220 US Hwy 19 N, Clearwater, (727) 799-0402
"Doesn't look like much from the road but the line around the entrance should be a clue that there is GREAT FOOD inside." Amy M.

20 Tampa Bay bars and restaurants competing at Margarita Wars 2023 (4/7)

The area's best bars and restaurants are battling it out for the title of Tampa Bay's Ultimate Margarita on Friday, April 7th,…

By CL Staff

Mar 23, 2023

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Tampa Bay's essential women-owned restaurants of 2023

It's easy to see why Tampa Bay's women-owned restaurants are making a huge mark on an otherwise male-dominated history. Since March is…

By CL Staff

Mar 10, 2023

Independent Bar
Veronica Danko
5016 N Florida Ave., Tampa, 813-341-4883
With a fun indoor-outdoor environment and wide selection of drinks and bites, this neighborhood staple European-inspired bar and cafe offers wine, beer, coffee and pastries with vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options fit for everyone.

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