Food & Drink

Houston-based Shipley Do-Nuts will open three new locations in Tampa Bay

3 different locations of the popular franchise are slated to open within the next few years.

by Kyla Fields June 22, 2022August 5, 2025

3 different locations of the popular franchise are slated to open within the next few years.

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Cookie-centric bakery Tiff’s Treats will open first Florida location in Tampa Heights

The Austin-based cookie delivery service is slated to open this spring.

by Kyla Fields February 11, 2022August 14, 2024

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Go New York-style Commandough in Zephyrhills

Zephyrhills-based Commandough’s has started specializing in New York pies, subs and more.

by Meaghan Habuda March 22, 2016November 30, 2024

News & Views

Restaurant review: Miguelitos is a casual oasis

Mexican favorites and a nice tapas menu leave Miguelitos diners happy in South Tampa.

by Jon Palmer Claridge March 16, 2016June 5, 2022

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Restaurant review: Selene is likely to succeed

The lively, upscale Selene restaurant in St. Pete Beach shows tremendous potential.

by Jon Palmer Claridge March 2, 2016October 1, 2023

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JusThai offering free boba, more for a year Monday

The first 100 guests outside JusThai in St. Pete will land one free menu item a week for 365 days.

by Meaghan Habuda February 8, 2016April 26, 2025

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Rays center fielder to tackle 35-ounce ribeye for a cause

Thursday night, Smokey Bones will challenge Kevin Kiermaier to finish new 35-ounce steak dinner.

by Meaghan Habuda February 4, 2016August 17, 2023

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Restaurant review: TamPiz is hard to resist

With pizza and French pastries, Tampa’s TamPiz is uneven but still charming.

by Jon Palmer Claridge February 3, 2016June 24, 2025

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Restaurant review: Take The Lure’s bait

Eclectic tastes with varying influences reel in diners at The Lure in downtown St. Pete.

by Jon Palmer Claridge January 27, 2016December 29, 2023

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Restaurant review: French fried at L’Eden

L’Eden Café & Bar in downtown Tampa needs to reconnect with its French inspiration.

by Jon Palmer Claridge December 16, 2015July 7, 2025

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St. Pete dessert bar Swah-rey preparing for grand opening

On Friday, Swah-rey’s official debut in St. Pete will feature a ribbon cutting, local drafts and more.

by Meaghan Habuda December 10, 2015June 6, 2025

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Tampa Bay’s Turkey Day deals and destinations

This year’s guide to the Thanksgiving events and smorgasbords the region has to offer.

by Meaghan Habuda November 19, 2015August 17, 2023

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Stuff your piehole: Local businesses offer preorders for holiday sweets

It’s not too early to start preordering holiday desserts from places like Vegg’d Out or Uhuru Pies.

by Andrea Bailey November 10, 2015August 17, 2023

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A recipe for apple crisp, straight from Mom’s kitchen

Celebrate two sweet food occasions with this easy-to-make apple crisp recipe by Mom.

by Andrea Bailey October 13, 2015August 2, 2025

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Restaurant review: Tastes that sing at Souzou

Souzou in St. Pete serves stellar sushi, Asian fusion and cocktails with a spin.

by Jon Palmer Claridge September 23, 2015July 28, 2025

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Five Courses: Johnny Grits heads north with Southern grub & more

The second Johnny Grits launched in New Port Richey, plus more local food and drink news.

by Meaghan Habuda August 24, 2015May 12, 2024

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Restaurant review: Feed your stomach, soul at The Hideaway

The Hideaway Cafe in downtown St. Pete pairs its local sounds with enjoyable comfort food.

by Jon Palmer Claridge July 15, 2015June 5, 2022

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Tampa’s venerable Lauro Ristorante closes

The upscale Lauro Ristorante served northern Italian grub for 33 years before closing its doors.

by Meaghan Habuda October 29, 2014August 4, 2025

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Recipe: Panna Cotta with Balsamic-Marinated Strawberries

You don’t need to be a trained pastry chef to pull of this creamy, dreamy dessert.

by Katie Machol Simon July 16, 2014May 9, 2025

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Thyme for spring: Ring in spring with this simple Lemon-Thyme Yogurt Cake

This lemony, herbaceous cake is sweet and tangy with hints of fresh thyme, and it’s perfect for a brunch fête or as an after-dinner treat.

by Katie Machol Simon April 2, 2014July 6, 2025