Book + Bottle

A smiling woman in a strawberry-print dress holds up a book titled Long Story Short by Ila Sikorski. She stands against a purple wall with a glowing pink neon sign that reads “baby, we’re the new romantic.” The woman has blonde hair, visible tattoos on her arm, and a cheerful expression.

Arts & Entertainment

Writers of Swiftie-coded romance, Black girl magic, and more come to Tampa for Local Author Day

Steamy Lit hosts a full-day of book signings as part of the best literary events happening in Tampa Bay Sept. 11-26.

by Maroon Stranger September 9, 2025September 9, 2025

Steamy Lit hosts “Local Author Day” in Tampa, featuring three writers signing books all day—plus more literary events in Tampa Bay.

Food & Drink

New wine store and eatery, Sauvignon, will open soon in St. Petersburg

How many wine bars does St. Pete need?

by Jenna Rimensnyder October 1, 2019July 11, 2025

Food & Drink

Little Midway opens in South Tampa, Noble Rice debuts a sake shop and more in Tampa Bay foodie news

We hope you’re hungry.

by Jenna Rimensnyder August 26, 2019December 16, 2024

Food & Drink

New book and wine bar, Book + Bottle, is coming to St. Petersburg this fall

Not long until locals can crack open a bottle and a book.

by Jenna Rimensnyder August 20, 2019February 16, 2025