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There’s still a few days to snag discounted general admission tickets to one of Tampa’s longest-running food festivals.

Back for its 18th year, the annual Taste of South Tampa festival happens on Sunday, March 3 from 1 p.m.-4 p.m. at Tampa’s Garden Club (2629 Bayshore Blvd.) In addition to both sweet and savory samples from dozens of South Tampa restaurants, this annual foodie event also features live entertainment, chances to win prizes, a beer garden, non-food vendors and scenic views of Hillsborough Bay.

While the restaurant lineup for 2024’s installment has not yet been released, South Tampa concepts that have participated in previous years include: Cru Cellars, Ava, Bulla Gastrobar, BellaBrava, Luv Child, Forbici, Bolay, The Brass Tap, MacDinton’s Irish Pub, Sweet Soul, Flames Indian Cuisine and Daily Eats.

A few popular chains like Outback Steakhouse, Shake Shack and Planet Smoothie usually hand out samples at Taste of South Tampa, too.

Tickets to the 18th annual Taste of South Tampa are on sale now and run between $40-50 for GA and $100 for VIP, which includes early admission, access to a VIP-only eating area and additional food and drink options. All ticketing options can be browsed on Eventbrite.com.

It’s a cashless event, too, so make sure those debit cards are loaded up.

For the latest information on this popular food festival, head to its Facebook or Instagram at @SouthTampaTaste. 2024’s rendition is sponsored by local law firm Older, Lundy, Koch & Martino. Subscribe to Creative Loafing newsletters.