Joining a monthly book club can be an exciting way to grow the bond within your relationship and open your horizons to reading literature you may not have considered in the past. Lucky for you, Oxford Exchange‘s monthly book club (virtual and in-person options) will get you acquainted with new reading material! Over the course of…
Searching for a new quarantine style date idea? Look no further than the 9th Annual Tampa Theatre BeerFest to be held virtually on August 8, 2020 at 6:00 p.m. Keeping in tradition by having a theme, this year’s theme is Groundhop Day, honoring the classic film Groundhog Day. Due to the current climate in our state, the theatre…
Looking for an exciting day trip away from the city? Bunker Hill Vineyard and Winery is just the place for you. While Tampa might not be based in wine country, take a 1-hour drive south of the city to get the winery experience you’ve been looking for (without breaking the bank of course). The History…
This weekend getaway is the trip you need to take. Nestled twenty five minutes outside the city of Jacksonville is a little town called Ponte Vedra Beach. While this town is widely known in the golf industry for being the home of TPC Sawgrass, it also is home to some of the biggest sand dunes in…
Social distancing has reignited our love for drive-in movies, but have you heard about The Parking Lot Social? Coming to Tampa’s Raymond James Stadium July 16 – 19, the drive-in event has a multitude of activities to enjoy such as a silent disco, comedy, bingo, live bands, movies, food trucks, trivia, and even car-a-oke…all from…
Did you know there is a Florida State Park that is an island, right here in Central Florida? Near DeLand you can escape to a massive state park that is only accessible by private boat or the park’s ferry boat. Hontoon Island State Park is a blissful destination along the scenic St. Johns River where…
Now that things are easing up around the country, Florida and Georgia are taking center stage with their reopening plans. And, as soon as we’re given the green light to really travel, the best place you can go for a bit of R&R and take a break are the Golden Isles. Tucked away off the…
Summer officially begins soon and we can definitely use some warm days with sunshine after a couple of months practicing social distancing. This summer will be different as many of the concerts and events we had planned to see have been canceled due to the ongoing pandemic. However, several Tampa Bay area venues have begun…
Our everyday lives have changed drastically over the past few months, and talk has been mostly about the things we can’t do. But as things gradually begin to reopen throughout the Tampa Bay area and Florida, I’m here today to tell you what you can do while still social distancing. If you’re feeling ready to…
Looking to sweat? During times such as these where there hasn’t really been much to do – it’s so important to remain as active as possible to keep your mind and body healthy. And, while gyms are closed and most places aren’t accepting new memberships, it’s important to find a way to get back at…
Restaurants are allowed to re-open in Tampa as of this past week! Effective May 4th, all restaurants who wish to open may offer outdoor seating with 6 feet between tables and indoor seating at 25% capacity. Woohoo! So, with that news, it’s important to remember that just because they’re allowed to open – not all…
Last summer we had the extraordinary experience of spending 10 weeks in France. It’s a glorious country, with a bountiful beauty and classic charm that reaches far outside of Paris’ city limits, stretching across miles of rolling farm land, endless vineyards, protected forests, snow-capped mountains, expansive bike trails, shimmering lakes and golden beaches. Immersed in…
Are you going nuts at home with your quarantine buddy? We get it. Day in and day out without any space or separation or “me time”….It’s tough and certainly tests the strength of any relationship, new or old. You work 5-days a week longing for the weekend and then the weekend rolls around and you…
We could all use a bit of exercise and positive energy, right? Right! And, if you don’t know enough about yoga to do it yourself, there are a ton of virtual classes both locally and online elsewhere that you can partake in to get your zen on – We all need it! And, more importantly,…
We’re at it again with #Whatsfordinner! We are certainly missing our weekend brunch plans and have decided breakfast for dinner is just what the doctor ordered. Rummage through your cabinets, or add some items to your next shopping trip to try out these Pantry Brunch Ideas. And of course don’t forget the champagne!! The Big…
Have you been dabbling a bit more often in the liquor cabinet since quarantine? Put the Tequila down and check out these awesome, easy-to-make cocktails that will make your quarantine that much sweeter! And, the goal is to stay inside – So, get creative if you have to. All Recipes from The Spruce Eats The…
Well couch-potatoes, it’s officially our time to shine! Whip out your remotes, flip on Netflix, grab the family or that special quarantine buddy and let’s get to streaming, shall we? Did you know that Netflix shares their Top 10 in the U.S. right there on their platform? If you’ve seen those trending shows and movies…
Well, it seems we’re officially in the thick-of-it with the Coronavirus…Because of this, stores aren’t stocked, date nights, weddings, and events are canceled, and life as we knew it has come to a screeching halt. While it’s frustrating, sad, and lonely, being quarantined doesn’t have to be all bad…Welcome back to our #WhatsforDinner series! We’re…
As this strange and scary situation continues, we are all making our best effort to stay at home and flatten the curb as much as we can. Because of this, Tampa’s Epicurean Hotel has opened the new Epicurean Gourmet Market to Go so that you can get delicious meals and stay safe all at the…
With the spread of the coronavirus, it’s so important to stay inside and stay safe. Limiting your trips to the grocery store is so vital even though sometimes it is necessary. Today, instead of ordering out ordering delivery, takeout, curbside, it’s time to use up what you have in your pantry. So many people love…