How Water Street hotels increased food and beverage revenue in 2025
A case study on how Tampa’s Water Street hotels used food and beverage to drive growth in a year when room revenue stalled.
Dining
White Castle taps Sarasota firm for 1st fully automated airport kiosk
White Castle partnered with a Sarasota tech firm to launch its first fully automated airport kiosk serving hot Sliders around the clock.
Pendry Tampa reveals a full lineup of waterfront restaurants
Pendry Tampa is adding a full lineup of new restaurants and bars to the Riverwalk through a partnership with Clique Hospitality.
New Chicken Salad Chick opening in Parrish on Dec. 16
Chicken Salad Chick opens in Parrish on Dec. 16 with giveaways and continued growth across Manatee County.
A closer look at Sarasota’s new St. Regis Longboat Key
The St. Regis Longboat Key brings a new level of coastal luxury to Sarasota with refined design, quiet service and an 18-acre Gulf-front setting.
Tampa hotels launch Plates with Purpose to fight food insecurity
Mainsail hotels are turning every entrée sold into meals for families facing holiday food insecurity.
Fresh Kitchen announces biggest menu changes in 11 Years
Fresh Kitchen confirms its largest menu shift since 2014 with a full move to 100% seed oil-free cooking and a new rosemary chicken.
Outback opening new Lakewood Ranch restaurant Nov. 11
Outback expands to Lakewood Ranch with new jobs, community giving and a nod to its Tampa beginnings.
Inside Jackson’s Bistro’s Harbour Island transformation
Jackson’s Bistro is reworking its Harbour Island waterfront as Tampa’s dining scene evolves toward refined, experience-driven restaurants.
Industry veteran buys Riverview Village Inn
After decades running Village Inn restaurants across Florida, Dean LaFollette now owns the Riverview location he first advocated for nearly 20 years ago.