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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…
By Johora Warren Dating with a toddler is difficult. Dating with TWO toddlers feels darn near impossible. Baby-sitting can be a costly option that just isn’t accessible to everyone. What does this leave us with? Sitting together on the couch in baggy sweats, watching T.V. while the kiddos run amok? NO! Listen to me….
With the rise of popular candle shops, timeless scents, and self-care, it’s no wonder candles have become a major trend and a staple in every home. Unfortunately, with larger companies producing at a larger scale for hundreds of thousands of locations across the country, the uniqueness of the retail candle is nonexistent. Everyone has some…
If you love breakfast food, more specifically, eggs Benedict, then grab the family and make your way to one of these delicious restaurants to celebrate National Eggs Benedict Day on April 16th! We’re bringing you some of the best breakfast/brunch spots across Tampa Bay in honor of this delicious holiday. Check them out! The Classic…
By Johora Warren Raise your hand if you love a good movie date! Now, keep your hands raised if you simply LOVE paying those astronomical movie theatre prices! I think I’m correct in assuming most, if not all hands went down. Don’t get me wrong, the movies is a magical place. I enjoy choosing a…
Foodies, festival-lovers, drink connoisseurs, mark your calendars! This April and May 2019 there are loads of delicious, rockin’, eco-friendly, upcoming festivals right in the heart of Tampa Bay! Bring your friends, family, or that special someone and partake in all of the local festivities that the Bay area has to offer. Busch Gardens Food and…
Everyone has their favorite restaurant, however, sometimes the same old can get boring! If you’re looking for new places to grab a bite then look no further! These hot spots across the bay are brand new this year and are sure to spice up your taste buds! Who knows, you may even find your new…
April 12-14, 2019 St. Petersburg will be hosting the annual Blues Festival. Rated one of the best blues festivals in the country, St. Pete offers couples three days of incredible music in the beautiful and tropical setting of Vinoy Park. Artists such as Jonny Lang, Samantha Fish, and Kenny Neal will be in attendance, as well…
Spring has sprung! March 20th is the first day of Spring, and with that comes Spring Break! Peak spring break time falls somewhere in March through April bringing crowds from all over to our beautiful beaches and theme parks. This year, whether you’re itching to get away overnight or just for the day, why not…
Everyone knows that exercise is vital to maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Everyone also knows that daunting feeling of “I have to work out today” that looms overhead like a dark cloud. The idea of heading to the dumpy old gym down the street with all of those overly muscled people judging you as you begrudgingly…
If you don’t want to commit to jumping out of a plane at 12,500 feet, but still want to experience the thrill of free falling, then iFly is the perfect date day idea for you. And with their new virtual reality offering the experience is taken to a whole new level! What can you expect?…
Attention pasta lovers: Wednesday, March 20th is National Ravioli Day! To celebrate the delicious day, try out one of the listed Italian restaurants and celebrate! This roundup features Italian cuisine that ranges in price, style, and location! Pick a spot, order ravioli (or whatever Italian dish you prefer) and celebrate national ravioli day with…
Calling all brides-to-be, or better yet, calling all maids of honor! Wedding planning can easily be one of the most stressful occasions in a woman’s life! From the guests to the venue to the dress, the build-up to the big day takes a lot of time and energy from the bride in particular. This wedding…
Spring is almost here which means, Theme Park Festivals! Whether you love Sea World, Disney, Universal Studios, or Busch Gardens, there’s a festival for you this season! Each theme park celebrates the Spring season with their own take on different festivals of their choosing. Grab the kids, grab that special someone, and head over to…
By Joan O’Neill Craving a vacation? A little staycation at the Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress Resort may be the ideal Orlando getaway for you. This pet friendly resort has so much to offer, you won’t have to break the bank to entertain yourself at one of the nearby, tourist-packed theme parks. As an added perk,…
Mexican food lovers-unite! This February 22nd and 24th, 2019, celebrate National Margarita Day (22nd) AND National Tortilla Chip Day (24th) and get your fiesta on! Each of the featured restaurants offers delicious Mexican fare with yummy chip and dip options and of course, Margaritas to wet your whistle! Rocco’s Tacos and Tequila Bar Head over…
Celebrate with Cigar City Brewing for the 10th Annual Hunahpu’s Day Beer Festival! One of the “fastest-growing craft breweries in the US”, Cigar City has announced a ticket release for Hunahpu’s Day 2019! This is the premier craft beer festival in the Southeastern United States and is the annual release of the Hunahpu’s Imperial Stout!…
Did you know that most of the restaurants dotted along the Tampa Bay Riverwalk sell Riverwalk To-Go-Cups? All you have to do is purchase a drink from the bar at one of the following restaurants, ask for the drink in a Riverwalk cup, and be on your way! Make a day out of the cup…
by Tampa Theatre The event is Fest… WineFest… when Tampa Theatre presents its biggest fundraiser of the year, Vino Royale, Friday and Saturday, Feb. 22-23. The Bond-themed weekend includes a Wine Tasting on Friday with dozens of boutique wines, small plates from Tampa’s top independent restaurants, casino tables with betting to benefit the Theatre, and…
Let’s face it, money is tight these days. Luckily, the Tampa Bay area is home to many awesome date night/day spots that won’t break the budget! There are beautiful outdoor spots, restaurant specials, movie specials, museum specials, and trolley tours! All these dates under $10! Honeymoon Island State Park Take a trip over to Honeymoon…