The Dalí Museum Café Gala Cookbook The Dalí Museum released the “The Dalí Museum Café Gala Cookbook,” a 200-page collection of 55 Spanish-inspired recipes curated by Café Gala’s Chef Chuck Bandel and Museum Director Hank Hine. The cookbook captures the flavors of Catalan and Spanish cuisine, blending culinary artistry with Salvador Dalí’s imaginative world. Featuring … Read more
Custom art is one of those luxuries, sometimes small and sometimes large, but always meaningful. BB Art’s custom, handmade bottles are often described as “the gift for the person who has everything.” Each bottle is a unique work of art, designed with a personal touch. Bianca Burrows, a mixed media artist based in Tampa, is the … Read more
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Tampa Bay hosted their annual “Taste of Kentucky” event at the Fuente Companies, in Tampa. This exclusive gathering invited attendees to don Derby attire and enjoy a curated selection of rare and exclusive bourbons paired with high-end cigars. Gourmet cuisines were provided by Ocean Prime and 4 Rivers, and … Read more
News announcements from Pinellas County
Philanthropy is not simply about spontaneous generosity—it’s about creating lasting change. A change that reflects your personal values and makes a tangible difference. In 2024, our community demonstrated remarkable generosity, uniting to support those affected by devastating hurricanes. These challenges highlighted the importance of strategically planning philanthropic giving to address both immediate needs and unforeseen … Read more
A study comparing major insurance company preventive care offerings to competing offerings. Health insurance premium costs have increased an average of 31% over the past five years. This significant price increase has prompted companies to develop a range of new care delivery models, focused on reducing the visit costs. To illustrate this point, this analysis … Read more
BayCare Health System has announced the appointment of three new vice presidents and chief medical officers to its leadership team. Dr. Anand Nayee, Dr. Megan Tirone and Dr. Ruvan Wickramasinghe assumed their roles effective Jan. 5, guiding the medical care across the organization’s 16 hospitals. The appointments come in response to leadership retirements and a … Read more
The Bank of Tampa has appointed G. Robert Blanchard Jr. as chairman of its board of directors, effective Jan. 1, 2025, succeeding James L. Ferman Jr., who served for more than 26 years and will remain on the board as a director. Blanchard, a board member since 1997, is president of WRB Enterprises and a … Read more
Ronald A. Christaldi, a Tampa attorney and community leader, has been reappointed to a second five-year term on the New College of Florida Board of Trustees. Christaldi, a partner at the Shumaker law firm and president of Shumaker Advisors Florida, will continue to serve as vice chair. New College, founded in Sarasota in 1960, is … Read more