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Boulevard Burgers & Tap House and Pet Pal Animal Shelter are throwing a “Doggie Date Night” event on June 17. The event will be held all day with a complimentary dog slider, or bacon strip, with any purchase. There will be raffles and prizes, including $100 restaurant gift cards. And the best part, lots of

By Sean d’Oliveira If you’re looking to add more tropical vibes to the summer season, the Tommy Bahama cocktail book will help you craft a Caribbean vacation experience in your home. Along with several cocktail, and zero-proof, recipes the Marlin Bar cocktail book also features unique island-themed appetizer recipes. ]The book is available online at

Grace | 120 Eighth Ave., Pass-a-Grille Beach Grace is an unassuming restaurant, tucked away on a small side street, near the southern tip of Pass-a-Grille. It has a minimalist interior design, almost to the point of austere. But don’t let that fool you. The food is based on quality ingredients showcasing natural flavors, skilled preparation

Nueva Cantina, a Mexican restaurant located in south St. Petersburg, is partnering with Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson and Teremana to give guests free guacamole with the purchase of a Teremana cocktail. Created in the highlands of Jalisco, Mexico, Johnson worked with a Mexican family-owned distillery to create Teremana – Destilería Teremana de Agave. Teremana Blanco

Casa Santo Stefano, Richard Gonzmart’s newest restaurant, is a soaring complex filled with artwork, and antiques, that pay homage to the little island of Sicily, off the Italian coast, and Ybor City’s rich Sicilian heritage.  The open kitchen, complete with a wood-fired grill, sits in full view of the downstairs dining room. Upstairs is Santo’s

There is much to do at Busch Gardens. Whether you go for the thrilling roller coasters or watching animals, there’s truly something for everyone at Busch Gardens. If you’ve never been, and you’re a foodie, now it the perfect time to visit. The annual Food and Wine Festival began in February and runs until April

Like all of Chris Ponte’s restaurants, beautiful details infuse every aspect of Olivia, his modern trattoria in South Tampa. The place is bright and airy, filled with natural light. An intimate lounge with small tables is perfect for sharing drinks, and private conversation, while the bar, resplendent in dark woods and a black marble bar

Nestled among boutiques and bars along Main Street in Dunedin is an oasis of fine dining called The Black Pearl. It’s intimate and refined, serving thoughtful and inventive dishes showcasing the highest quality ingredients. Classically trained, Chef Chris Artrip creates a culinary experience offering dishes from no less than eight menu sections. It’s a wonderful

Restaurants took a major hit in 2020 when local shutdowns, because of the coronavirus, forced closures. Some establishments were able to slowly get into the home delivery and takeout game, but others, like Tampa-based Fitlife Foods, were ready and waiting. The healthy, premade food business—while it has 12 brick-and-mortar locations—was primed to continue business as

Sacred Pepper, the DeBartolo family’s fine dining restaurant in North Tampa, is a treat for every sense, in every sense. The food is good, the ambiance is modern and luxurious, and the service is attentive. Here, it’s all about details. Sacred Pepper focuses on quality and follows through with little details that make the experience

While many are keeping their holiday celebrations smaller than normal this year, it’s another great opportunity to take the day off from your kitchen and let someone else do the cooking. It’s been a hard year for the restaurant industry and they would certainly be thankful for the support. Here are some of the local

The Dewey Beach Bar and Grill on Pass-a-Grille is a bright spot for dining, cocktails and hospitality on the Gulf beaches. Anchoring the Berkeley Beach Club, and named for owner Maryann Ferenc’s dog, Dewey, the cuisine is New American with a heavy emphasis on seafood. Chef Ben Hooper draws inspiration from coastal regions around the