Dining

Former NFL player Michael Lehan has opened the Peach Cobbler Factory in Bradenton, bringing a personal touch to the dessert scene. Located at 629 Cortez Road W, the shop will host a grand opening on Saturday, January 11, from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., featuring raffle prizes and a menu of sweet treats. The shop

Sparrow, a rooftop restaurant and lounge at Moxy St. Petersburg, is set to open on Dec. 20, marking the first rooftop dining venue in the city’s EDGE District. The Central Avenue restaurant offers a mix of Asian-inspired dishes and cocktails in an indoor-outdoor setting with views of downtown St. Petersburg. The 4,000-square-foot space includes a

For decades, The Colony Beach & Tennis Resort stood as an iconic destination on Longboat Key, weaving itself into the fabric of Sarasota’s history. When it closed its doors, in August 2010, a storied chapter came to an end for Dr. Murray “Murf” Klauber’s beloved vision, leaving an air of anticipation around what could ever

Tampa welcomes back popular brunch spot with new restaurant on North Tampa Street

Malio’s Prime Steakhouse, a Tampa steak and seafood restaurant, has announced plans to open a location on St. Pete Beach. The new location, at 4945 Gulf Blvd., is expected to open in early 2025, as Malio’s Beach House. Malio’s posted on its Instagram page: “Excited to announce the opening of our new restaurant, coming to

Wine enthusiasts in Tampa are in for a rare treat as Mise en Place hosts an exclusive, Honig Wine Dinner on Nov. 7, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. This special event will feature the acclaimed wine portfolio of Michael Honig, offering attendees a curated selection of Honig’s most celebrated wines. Guests can expect a

HMC Hospitality Group has signed a lease for a new Hooters restaurant, in Wesley Chapel. The establishment will be located at 25245 Wesley Chapel Boulevard, in Lutz, adjacent to the Harley-Davidson dealership. The restaurant will span 4,500 square feet and feature an outdoor patio. The expected opening date is summer, 2025. This will be the

Fresh Kitchen will celebrate the grand opening of its 16th location, near the University of South Florida. The new location, at 11802 Bruce B Downs Blvd., in Tampa, opens Nov. 5. The first 50 customers to purchase a bowl will have the chance to spin a prize wheel to win desserts, catering, Fresh Kitchen swag

Proper House Group has announced Chef Luke Hand as the new chef de cuisine, at Rooster & the Till. Hand is a graduate of the Culinary Institute of America. He is committed to sustainability and plans to further elevate Rooster & the Till’s focus on local sourcing, seasonality and inventive menus. “I grew up just

The 12th annual Savor St. Pete Food and Wine Festival – Presented by Publix will return to Vinoy Waterfront Park on Nov. 2 and 3, offering culinary demonstrations and tastings from a variety of chefs, restaurants and national brands. The festival, spanning four tents across 40,000 square feet, will feature a range of culinary experiences

A fresh chapter is unfolding for the gastronomic landscape in downtown St. Petersburg, as husband-and-wife team Shawn and Jeanna Damkoehler bring their innovative vision to the space once home to 400 Beach Seafood & Tap House.  Drawing inspiration from the abundance and beauty of the ocean, Juno & The Peacock embraces a high-minded concept of

Barberitos, known for customizable burritos and bowls, is set to open its first location in the Tampa Bay area, on September 19. The restaurant, at 7021 E. Fletcher Ave, Temple Terrace, is locally owned and operated by siblings, Matt and Austin O’Neill. This restaurant offers online ordering and delivery through Barberitos.com and third-party delivery services