SoHo, South Howard in Tampa, is a popular area after dark. There are lots of bars, restaurants, and other places to drink that are open until late after the sun goes down. People can chill at one bar all night or easily hop from place to place for a more adventurous night out! Bar HWRD…
One of Tampa Bay’s restaurant staples is Oxford Exchange located on Kennedy Blvd directly across the street from the University of Tampa. Oxford Exchange, or OE, is a local hot spot for brunch, lunch, tea, and coffee and features a unique selection of stores inside with one of a kind products and bites. Whether you’re…
Whether you’re new to Tampa or are born and bred, you’ve probably heard of Hyde Park Village! If you haven’t, it’s a fantastic spot to spend your next date night out, especially if you enjoy yummy food, great shopping, and an awesome atmosphere! **This Weekend enjoy their annual Fall Festival! Sep 28, 5-9 p.m. About Hyde…
Now that it’s almost fall, pumpkin, apple, maple and lots of other fall-flavored drinks have started appearing in cafes, restaurants and stores. One famous autumn drink is apple cider. In the north, some people heat apple cider and add spices. While hot apple cider may be too hot for Floridans, a good alternative is hard…
Milkshake fans, mark your calendars for September 12th in honor of National Chocolate Milkshake Day! Whether you enjoy a chocolate shake or not, the Tampa area is full of great ice cream parlors, local to Tampa with a variety of flavors, shake options, and so much more! National Chocolate Milkshake Day is the perfect chance…
Three ‘cheers’ for September 7th aka National Beer Lovers Day! Yes, a day devoted to beer is finally almost here and is the perfect excuse to enjoy your favorite brew or brewery. If you didn’t already know, there are 88 breweries located in the Tampa Bay area accounting for most of the breweries in the…
CW Gin Joint is exactly how it sounds – a comfortable, yet modern and sleek, bar serving up delicious gin, cocktails, and wine, as well as delicious food pairings. Whether you are a gin drinker, an avid bargoer, a live music lover, or a food connoisseur, CW Gin Joint is the perfect spot for next…
It’s time to celebrate because another brand new restaurant has officially opened on Tampa’s Riverwalk! The new spot, Stones Throw opened in late May and offers a casual outdoor seafood menu with delicious cocktails. Grab the girls, or grab your special someone and make your way to the Riverwalk to check it out! The Restaurant…
Acai bowls are one of the crazes that have taken over the internet, and with good reason! These nutritious and tasty bowls have more benefits than just how pretty they are. If you want to try one, you can’t go wrong with the Grain and Berry Cafe. This cute shop has a few different locations…
Traditional margaritas are a popular summer drink. However, there are many kinds of margaritas that are perfect for summer and other seasons! Instead of going out to drink on the next girl’s night or day, stay at home and make your own margaritas Try one from every color of the rainbow, and colors not in…
Instead of buying beer and wine, make it! If you and your date are fans of going out and drinking, this is the perfect couple date for you! You will experience a fun time crafting and making your alcohol and then get to have a special time sharing it after knowing you made it together….
Celebrate the kiddos heading back to school with a wine tasting dinner! This August and September, check out some of the best restaurants around with their Upcoming Wine Tasting Dinners in Tampa. All of these wine dinners require a reservation and a payment to be made before dining to hold your spot! Bring your significant…
What is goes great with a Florida summer of fun? A summer of rum! This Labor Day weekend, celebrate with the Summer of Rum Festival at Julian B. Lane Riverfront Park in Downtown Tampa! The Festival will be held Aug. 31 from 12 p.m. to 11 p.m. Bartenders will be mixing up different rum drinks…
Hola Amigos! Are you trying to find that perfect Mexican restaurant but just can’t seem to stomach another trip to the same old place down the street? If the answer is yes, you must check out Mekenita Cantina! If the answer is no, you still must check out Mekenita Cantina! This local hot spot started…
Get ready to party! It’s time for chillin’ and margarita sippin’! Grab your date, spouse, girls or guys to go drink one of the most popular summer drinks at Margarita Wars. The annual Margarita Wars are back for the sixth year in a row! Twenty local mixologists will compete for the title of Tampa Bay’s…
Summer is here in Tampa and with the beautiful sunsets, breezy summer nights, and warm temps, it is the perfect time to get outside and enjoy the Sunshine State! As locals know, Armature Works is booming! With their delicious food options, Riverwalk façade, and frequent events, it’s a hot spot for locals and visitors. Due…
With the start of June, dawns the beginnings of the Summer season. School is out, the temperatures are heating up, and after a couple of weeks at home, the kids start moaning “I’m bored”, right? Luckily, Tampa is home to a handful of upcoming festivals this June that are perfect for the whole family or…
There are quite a few breweries in Downtown Tampa, and many are within a short Uber away from one another. Instead of visiting one brewery or driving on your next mini brew tour date, Uber instead! Allowing you to sample more beers without the worry of driving home! Or, if you manage to get a…
Mark your calendars this May 25th for the 6th Annual Margarita and Music Festival! Located at Julian B. Lane Riverfront Park on Memorial Day Weekend, the festival will host live music, margaritas, games, shopping, food, and fireworks to finish the night! The Tampa Bay Margarita and Music Festival is the largest festival in the state…
The month of May is full of ends and new beginnings. From the end of another school year, the start of summer plans, and most of all, for those graduating, May is an exciting and scary month! With most college graduations done, the next round of graduates moving on to bigger and better is the…