In the rarefied world of fine dining, few journeys exemplify culinary perseverance quite like that of Chef Jeannie Pierola. Her latest venture, Counter Culture, isn’t merely another upscale establishment — it’s the culmination of a storied career shaped by Cuban heritage, self-taught determination and a revolutionary approach to the dining scene. Born in Tampa’s historic … Read more
⊲ LEGOLAND Florida Resort unveiled 20 newly themed hotel rooms, including the first-ever LEGO DUPLO rooms, along with revamped LEGO Friends and LEGO NINJAGO suites, designed to immerse families in interactive play and adventure. (Photo above) ⊲ The Polk County Board of County Commissioners has approved $9.2 million in funding for 75 additional Fire Rescue … Read more
Selling a business is a significant milestone for business owners, and it can be an emotional and complex process. Whether the owner is looking to retire, pursuing a new opportunity, or simply a desire for liquidity, there are several key factors to consider in advance of entertaining a sale. The goal is to ensure that … Read more
The second-largest planetarium in the United States is now open, at Tampa’s Museum of Science & Industry. Daily space and science shows are now included in general admission. MOSI’s new Digital Dome Theatre—an 82-foot-wide, 330-seat venue—replaces the museum’s previous 46-seat planetarium, featuring a 10,000-square-foot NanoSeam screen and a projection system. The first student field trip … Read more
Kolter Urban has unveiled renderings for a 162-unit luxury condominium development on Corey Avenue, in St. Pete Beach, featuring restaurants, retail and public green space. Kolter purchased the waterfront parcel, in late 2024, for $9.85 million, acquiring the site initially slated for Corey Landing, a 243-unit apartment project that was approved in 2022, but later … Read more
… on Engaging Effectively in the AI era That’s the biggest stereotype some people have about the “typical salesperson”? It could very well be the one-dimensional schmoozer depicted in movies, or television, many years ago. Pushy. Fast-talking. Fixated solely on closing the deal. Not always completely honest. But it’s not a stretch to say … Read more
Farley White Interests has acquired Lakeview at Hidden River, a 133,201-square-foot office building, in Northeast Tampa, expanding its presence in Tampa. The Boston-based commercial real estate firm purchased the property from Dilweg on April 30. The acquisition brings Farley White’s total holdings in the Hidden River Corporate Park to 688,000 square feet and more than … Read more
Taylor Swift fans will soon have a new way to experience the pop icon’s music — through a high-energy laser show inside the Museum of Science & Industry’s new planetarium. MOSI will debut “Laser Taylor Swift” on May 15, at 6:30 p.m., in its newly opened Saunders Planetarium & Digital Dome Theatre, the second-largest planetarium … Read more
Watermelon Swim is marking National Water Safety Month, this May, with a series of events and partnerships aimed at educating families about drowning prevention and swimming safety. The Tampa Bay-based swim school, with the Glazer Children’s Museum and NFL player Shaq Barrett, promoted lifesaving water safety practices at a May 6 event at the museum. … Read more
Goldia Group, a hospitality and community-focused brand collective founded by Tampa Bay native Allie Felix, has officially launched, in Tampa, introducing two new ventures to its portfolio. The company is bringing The Bunny Hive—a social studio for young children and their caregivers—to the region with locations planned for Odessa, in June 2025 and South Tampa, … Read more
