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Filmmaker Darcy McKinnon returns to her hometown for ‘Natchez’ premiere
Where she once served refreshments and swept the floor, Darcy McKinnon returned to premiere an award-winning documentary she made. “Natchez” recently played at the Tampa Theatre and the homegrown filmmaker engaged with the audience after the showing. The movie explores how the present-day tourism industry clouds the memory of disturbing historic events that occurred in one Mississippi town.
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Con Amor opens in Tampa, showcasing modern Mexican, handmade tortillas
When a restaurant starts talking about nixtamalization and housemade masa tortillas, they get our attention. Con Amor, a modern Mexican restaurant that just opened in Tampa, has officially piqued our interest. The new spot opened in February at 5240 N Florida Ave, on the ground level at Avenue Lofts, and...
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Downtown Tampa Snags Bold New Mexican Spot From Water Street Restaurateur
Downtown Tampa’s dining scene is getting a little louder and a lot more colorful, with a Water Street restaurateur set to debut La Victoria, a new Mexican restaurant aimed squarely at office workers, neighborhood residents and the convention crowd. As reported by the Tampa Bay Business Journal, the project,...
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Strawberry Festival Luncheon Celebrates Plant City’s Farmers, Volunteers, and Agricultural Legacy
More than 100 guests filled the HCC Trinkle Center, dressed in shades of red, many wearing strawberry pins fastened neatly to their lapels. Laughter carried across the room as attendees balanced plates of fresh fruit, cheese, and slices of strawberry shortcake. By 10:50 a.m., the buffet line stretched across the...
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Bern’s Steak House Celebrates 70th Anniversary with Special Sandwich
Bern’s Steak House in Tampa has teamed up with La Segunda Bakery to create a special steak sandwich for its 70th birthday. This treat is available until March 7 at La Segunda locations in Ybor City, Kennedy, and St. Pete. The sandwich features La Segunda's Cuban bread, truffle sauce,...
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Tampa Jazz Club gets Billy Joel horn player Carl Fischer for Sunday matinee
Billy Joel famously treats his band members like gold. As the piano man works up to a return to the stage following a diagnosis with a balance-altering brain condition, the musicians are staying sharp. Carl Fischer’s been on Joel’s payroll for 20 years playing trumpet, flugelhorn, trombone, and saxophones. He also spent more than a […] The post Tampa Jazz Club gets Billy Joel horn player Carl Fischer for Sunday matinee appeared first on Creative Loafing Tampa .
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Popular SoHo Bar Closes After 14 Years
The famous Soho Saloon in South Tampa is shutting down after 14 long years. The bar, located at 410 S. Howard Ave., announced its closure on Instagram, hinting at a move towards "something new". Michael Disser of Disser Hospitality Investment has plans for a revamp. His vision includes a “better...
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Busch Gardens Tampa’s Food, Wine & Garden Festival Returns With Live Concerts
Spring is arriving in a big way at Busch Gardens Tampa as the park’s popular Food, Wine & Garden Festival returns for the 2026 season. The fan favorite event invites guests to spend their weekends sampling flavors from around the world while enjoying the park’s collection of thrilling rides, beautiful gardens, and live entertainment.
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Restaurateur Replacing Soho Saloon with “Fresh, Elevated Hospitality Concept”
“After 14 years on South Howard, Soho Saloon has officially closed its doors, effective immediately,” said a post published on Instagram by Tampa Latest this week. “In a statement released on social media, ownership thanked the Tampa community for more than a decade of packed nights, loyal customers, and unforgettable memories since opening in 2012.”
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Lucky Tigre is a delicious Tampa success story (and a must-try Old West Tampa star)
Lucky Tigre isn’t just delicious. It’s a classic, dumpling-fueled, Tampa success story. Chef Julie Sainte Michelle Feliciano, who lives around the corner from her Old West Tampa Filipino eatery, has resided within the same five-mile radius her entire life. She grew up in Tampa watching her mom make merienda (Filipino snacks) that she would take to work and sell to coworkers to make ends meet.
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St. Pete’s “Old Florida” Seafood Hideout Locals Don’t Share on Social Media
St. Petersburg has plenty of seafood spots that beg for Instagram. This one doesn’t. Hookin’ Ain’t Easy is the kind of place locals mention in passing, then immediately change the subject—partly because they like it that way, partly because it actually earns the hype. Think: fresh...
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20 concerts, new topiaries headline spring festival at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
TAMPA, Fla. – Tastes, tunes, and topiaries are on tap this spring at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. Running March 6 through May 10, the Food, Wine & Garden Festival includes more than 65 menu items, wines, craft brews, and cocktails paired with the park’s rides and animal experiences.
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5 Burger Spots in Lakeland, Florida that Keep Locals Coming Back for More
Lakeland sits between Tampa and Orlando, but locals know you don’t have to leave town to find a seriously good burger. These five spots get mentioned a lot when people start ranking their favorites. 1. Burger 21. Burger 21 in Lakeland is a go‑to for people who want options....
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Eight Turn Crêpe Brings Unique Japanese Street Food To Wesley Chapel
If you’ve been wanting to try something truly different from the norm in our area — whether you want a delicious hand-held savory crêpe filled with crispy pork belly, chicken teriyaki or even smoked salmon and cream cheese, or a sumptuous dessert crêpe with Dubai chocolate or lychee, raspberry and almonds, you probably should go check out the new Eight Turn Crêpe, which celebrated its Grand Opening (photo above) at 2653 Bruce B. Downs (BBD) Blvd., Suite 116, on Jan. 31.