Can Tommy’s Chophouse Help Make Ybor a Dining District?

Wood-framed entrance to Tommy’s Chophouse in Ybor City, with potted palms flanking the doorway.

After moving to Charleston in 2011, Kenneth Emery opened Burwell’s Stone Fire Grill about 500 feet beyond the part of Market Street where diners naturally stopped. Emery still calls it “the longest 500 feet in Charleston.” If diners were going to walk those extra blocks, Burwell’s had to give them a reason, and the location … Read more

LoveShackFancy joins Hyde Park Village as luxury retail expands

Rendering of the LoveShackFancy boutique opening at Hyde Park Village in Tampa, featuring the brand's signature blush interior and floral design.

Hyde Park Village is expanding its fashion lineup once again. LoveShackFancy is scheduled to make its Tampa Bay debut Friday, July 10, with a new boutique at 1619 W. Snow Ave. The opening marks the retailer’s third Florida store and its first outside South Florida. LoveShackFancy will occupy the space formerly leased by apparel retailer … Read more

Oystercatchers relaunches Sunday brunch at Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay

Grilled lobster with oysters and seafood dishes at Oystercatchers in Tampa Bay

Oystercatchers restores its signature Sunday brunch at Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay.