Wondering where to take Dad this Father’s Day holiday? I have you covered. Here is a list of deals and specials happening around town at local restaurants and businesses in Tampa Bay. There’s plenty of options for you to get out of the house and explore some of the best Tampa has to offer. Anise [...]
Across the world in South Korea, coffee shops are all the buzz. You’ll find dozens of themed shops, in addition to the usual chains like Starbucks or Tom N Toms stacked on top of each other on almost every block. Most shops are 24-hours there as well. Recently, I found a new coffee shop called [...]
Looking for somewhere to eat on Mother’s Day this Sunday, May 12th? No need to worry, I have you covered. Cafe Ole Tapas and Spanish Bar: Enjoy a FREE glass of house wine at Cafe Ole this Mother’s Day and a 3-course meal for $34.95. Sushi Wave: Receive a FREE drink (Strawberry or Margarita) and [...]
The 18th Annual PhilFest will occur this weekend in Tampa at the Bayanihan Center Festival Grounds (14301 9 Eagles Dr., Tampa, FL 33626). Come out for delicious Filipino food that you will not find anywhere else in Tampa Bay and even the PAO Filipino Food Truck. There will also be a market selling unique Filipino [...]
Parkesdale Farm Market in Plant City will be hosting food trucks on Sunday, April 7th, 2013 from 11AM to 4PM. Come out and enjoy their world-famous strawberry shortcakes before they are gone and also check out some great local food trucks. This event will be all about local. Parkesdale Farm Market is the largest family-operated Strawberry [...]
The 20th Annual Taste of New Tampa will occur on March 24th, 2013 from 12-6PM and is presented by the New Tampa Chamber of Commerce. The event will feature local restaurants and small businesses as well as artists, art exhibits, live entertainment, kid activities, and plenty of fun. The event proceeds support the chamber and local [...]
The Odessa Food Truck Festival will occur on March 8th, 2013 from 5:00PM to 9:00PM at 8701 Gunn Highway. The event will be in support of Odessa’s Organic Farmers Market. Live music will also be provided by Josh Higgins and The Higgins Brothers and Travis Bourguignon and Justin Thomas Brown of The Groves. Food trucks at the event: 3 Suns [...]
The Greater Temple Terrace Chamber‘s 24th Annual Business Expo and Taste of Terrace will occur on Tuesday, March 5th, 2013 from 3:00PM to 6:00PM at TPepin’s Hospitality Centre. Local restaurants will be providing tastes from their menus accompanied by samples of Budweiser beer products provided by the TPepin’s Hospitality Centre. The event is sponsored by The [...]
Little Greek, Tampa Bay’s Tarpon-born Greek restaurant establishment run by previous Beef O’ Brady’s President, Nick Vojnovic, in partnership with Founder Sigrid Bratic is running a new special for Valentine’s Day. Little Greek was ranked in the Top 50 Breakout Restaurant Brand‘s by Nation’s Restaurant News, an industry publication, this year and has made significant [...]
When I moved to the University area near Temple Terrace, I knew I was entering the behemoth of fast food chains. Name a fast food chain, even if it is unsuccessful anywhere else in Tampa Bay, it likely has found a home with the cash and time strapped college students at the University of South [...]
The celebration of Saint Valentine is upon us and with Tampa being ranked in the top 25 romantic cities in the USA, you can be sure there are plenty of great deals and events happening around town for Valentine’s Day. Here are my recommendations on where to visit on Valentine’s Day in Tampa. Cafe Hey: [...]
Two Mondays past I made plans with Jennifer B. to have dinner at Cilantro Indian Cuisine, but to our surprise it turns out Cilantro is closed on Mondays. After some deep thinking, I recalled having seen a Tampa Yelper checking-in on Yelp at Sate Southeast Asian Grill and recommending it. We had nothing to lose [...]
A large part of what has brought me success in food blogging has come from social media efforts. From Twitter to Facebook, social engagement has made the difference for my blog and allowed me a great opportunity to interact with the restaurant and food industry in Tampa Bay. Some food bloggers take their blogs pro [...]
Join Dishcrawl for a taste tour of Palma Ceia on February 5th, 2013 with local food blog, My Other City By The Bay. Palma Ceia is a well-known dining destination for local foodies and always a safe bet when you are hungry. The taste tour will consist of 4 mystery restaurants in the area. Dining [...]
I stopped by La Cubanita last weekend for some breakfast with my family after repeatedly hearing positive critiques from my aunt about the food there. The restaurant is located across from the popular and fairly new Mexican restaurant called Poblano’s. The interior is quite plain and more like a cafeteria than a cafe. Many of [...]
Sometimes we take a year off from all the cooking and family gatherings that Thanksgiving often inspires. I am personally looking forward to a home-cooked meal after missing Thanksgiving while I was abroad in South Korea last year. Here is a list of recommended local restaurants offering Thanksgiving deals to those of you looking to [...]
If you’re looking for something to do this weekend, Shopapalooza may be the perfect event for you. 100 local businesses and organizations will have items for sales with huge deals of up to 70% off items. Get a full list of the discounts here. Some exciting food vendors include Pipo’s Cafe, Intensity Academy Gourmet & Hot [...]
On Saturday, November 17th, Carrollwood is holding its 10th annual Carrollwood VillageFest celebration. The event will feature live music, food, games, arts/crafts, and the event boasts 109 vendors. Some interesting vendors include Alex’s Southern BBQ and Red Elephant Pizza and Grill. Kids can enjoy Santa Claus from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. as well as [...]
As someone who loves Asian cuisine – MD Oriental Market has always been a popular stop for me. Although the one in Brandon was the one I normally frequented, I have increased my traffic at the Tampa location since moving north to Tampa. MD serves as an all-purpose oriental market. The only oriental market I [...]
You love Puerto Rican food? Mata Monchies has you covered. They have a diverse set of options on the menu from sandwiches to mofongo to juices. The restaurant itself is quite small, so don’t bring a huge crowd unless you’re planning to take-out. The owner is very friendly and always makes it a point to [...]
Prepare to be wowed because tomorrow is The Taste of North Pinellas at The Centre in Palm Harbor. 25 local eateries will show off their delicious eats with samples of appetizers, entrees, desserts and wine. Vendors at the event include Henry’s, Positano’s Ristorante Italiano, Beso Del Sol, Tarpon Turtle, Lee Roy Selmon’s, Dimitri’s on the Water, Joey’s Italian Ice, Tiffany’s [...]
The WaZoo Beer Fest will occur this Saturday night, August 4th, at the Lowry Park Zoo from 7:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. It has been named one of the top 10 beer festivals in the country by USA Today and will feature 250 beers. VIP access includes early entry, exclusive tastings, air-conditioned areas, a tasting mug, [...]
Want to spread some summer cheer? From now through July 27, help St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital celebrate Christmas in July by bringing in a new unwrapped toy worth $10 or more into participating Dunkin’ Donuts/Baskin Robbins locations in Tampa Bay. Your gifts will provide entertainment, encouragement, and a momentary escape from illness for children throughout the year. As a [...]
Do you love french fries? I sure do. BGR The Burger Joint will be celebrating National French Fry Day this Friday, July 13th from 3:00-8:00 p.m. BGR will offer all customers FREE french fries to celebrate the occasion. The average American eats 29 pounds of french fries per year and BGR is inviting everyone to [...]
Being that today is National Fried Chicken Day (didn’t you see it trend on Twitter?), I decided it was the perfect day to head to Tampa Luv Chicken and try their chicken and waffles. I have some friends who check-in to Tampa Luv Chicken regularly and sparked my interest. Chicken and waffles have been buzzing [...]
Review: Caffé Nove serves fresh organic coffee and delicious Korean food
Across the world in South Korea, coffee shops are all the buzz. You’ll find dozens of themed shops, in addition to the usual chains like Starbucks or Tom N Toms stacked on top of each other on almost every block. Most shops are 24-hours there as well. Recently, I found a new coffee shop called [...]
Review: Antonio’s Pasta Grille Tampa
Antonio’s Pasta Grille is one of those places I have frequently drove by, but did not take the time to stop by and investigate until this past Friday when I was looking for a new place to try near my house. The interior is actually what you would expect from a modern casual-dining restaurant and [...]
Jubao Palace Noodle Bar @ Hard Rock Hotel Tampa
Since returning home to the Sunshine State from living abroad in Asia, I haven’t had much interaction with noodles. I don’t frequent the Vietnamese places in town (although I should!) and I think Nissin ramen noodles from the M.D. Oriental Market have made up most of my noodle intake for the last year. Hence my [...]
Father’s Day 2013 Dining Guide – Tampa Bay
Wondering where to take Dad this Father’s Day holiday? I have you covered. Here is a list of deals and specials happening around town at local restaurants and businesses in Tampa Bay. There’s plenty of options for you to get out of the house and explore some of the best Tampa has to offer. Anise [...]
Sate Southeast Asian Grill adds Banh Mi to menu choices
Sate Southeast Asian Grill, located near the University of South Florida in the Fowler Sweetbay Plaza has added new Vietnamese banh mi sub sandwich menu items to their Southeast Asian menu line-up. The baguette was introduced by the French during the Colonial Period of Vietnam and has influenced Vietnamese cuisine ever since. The Traditional Banh [...]
Ker’s WingHouse Opens New Wesley Chapel Location
Ker’s WingHouse Bar and Grill is opening a new location today in Wesley Chapel. The Largo-based sports bar and restaurant, which was founded in 1994 and now boasts 22 locations, will be giving away coupon books with free boneless wings for an entire year to the first 100 guests who enter the restaurant at 11 [...]
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