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Southgate, FL · Lifestyle

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9 Florida Fried Chicken Joints So Good You’ll Forget All About KFC

One sandwich shop on this list sells something called KFC, and it has nothing to do with the Colonel. The letters stand for Korean Fried Chicken. I love that little bit of mischief. That joke set the tone for my search across Florida. My list turned up a hot chicken...

Florida · 7d

neighborhoodnewsonline.net

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Avalon Park Wesley Chapel Celebrates The Opening Of ‘Avalon Park Common’

Congratulations go out to Avalon Park Wesley Chapel developer Beat Kahli (right in photo below, with Dist. 2 Pasco County Commissioner Seth Weightman) and his entire team from the Avalon Park Group on the Grand Opening and naming of Downtown Avalon Park’s community park — “Avalon Park Common.”

Wesley Chapel, FL · 7d

Creative Loafing Tampa Bay

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The best new concerts coming to Tampa Bay, including Pete Yorn and a Roger Waters produced Pink Floyd show

Pete Yorn, an indie-rock songwriter popular in the early 2000s, is bringing a tour celebrating the 25th anniversary of his debut LP 'Musicforthemorningafter' to Tampa in February. The post The best new concerts coming to Tampa Bay, including Pete Yorn and a Roger Waters produced Pink Floyd show appeared first on Creative Loafing Tampa .

Tampa, FL · 6d

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Tampa Riverwalk Packs 2.6 Miles Of Florida Culture, Food, And Waterfront Views Into One Scenic Stroll

A pirate ship sails up this river every winter, and nobody calls for help. Instead, thousands cheer, because the Gasparilla invasion is a beloved Florida tradition. The path beside that river runs about 2.6 miles. It links museums, parks, restaurants, and a skyline that glows after sunset. I like how one stroll can include art, history, snacks, and a water taxi ride.

Tampa, FL · 6d

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Twisted Tails Ham and Cheese Sandwich Review: The Seven-Minute Wait That Took 22 Minutes at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay

We tried a new menu item at Twisted Tails Pretzels at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. How was the Twisted Tails Ham Sandwich? For that information, you will have to wait…just like we did for this sandwich. A special kind of optimism exists only inside a theme park quick-service restaurant....

Tampa, FL · 6d

Tallahassee Democrat

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Aldi opening 2 Florida stores Oct. 29, 3 more in November

Discount grocery giant Aldi continues its Florida invasion, with five more Florida stores coming in the next few weeks to help stretch your shopping dollars . Stores in Madison and Zephyrhills open Thursday, Oct. 29, while more locations in Longwood, Sebring, and Tavares open Nov. 12. At each grand opening, the first 200 customers in line will get a Golden Ticket that could be worth up to $100, and an eco-friendly bag full of Aldi goodies. For the rest of the day, anyone can get a free Aldi shopping tote bag while supplies last. Doors open at 9 a.m., but the grand openings are generally at 8:45 a.m. Shop Aldi with Instacart Counting these locations, there will soon be 355 Aldi stores in Florida , more than in any other state. The German-owned chain has opened about 60 new locations here this year, on top of 60 in 2025, as part of its goal to reach 3,200 stores nationwide by the end of 2028. New Aldi stores opening in Florida Oct. 29 - Madison , at 729 West Base Street Oct. 29 - Zephyrhills , at 38901 County Road 54 Nov. 12 - Longwood , at 951 West State Road

Florida · 11d

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Pinellas County Regulars Count On These 6 Diners For Comfort Food All Winter

Winter in Pinellas County means cooler mornings, and cooler mornings mean biscuits and gravy start sounding like a very good idea. The diners on this list are the kind of places where the coffee keeps coming and the menu has not tried to reinvent itself. From Clearwater to Tarpon Springs,...

Pinellas County, FL · 8d

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Built Different Brands Places a 36-Unit Bet on Birria, Bringing Mike’s Red Tacos to Florida

Built Different Brands has signed a 36-unit development agreement to bring Mike's Red Tacos — the San Diego-born birria fast-casual concept — to Florida, the two companies announced October 27. CEO Kal Gullapalli, who leads a platform of more than 80 franchise locations spanning Dave's Hot Chicken, Marco's Pizza, and PopUp Bagels, will develop the brand across the greater Tampa and Orlando markets and along the state's East Coast corridor. The first location is planned for 2027.

Florida · 5d

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Humane Society of Tampa Bay Opens Affordable Animal Clinic in Clearwater, Expands Pinellas County Services

The Humane Society of Tampa Bay opened a new animal clinic on Nov. 2, at 2907 State Road 590, Suite 5, in Clearwater. The nonprofit says pet owners from any county can use it, no matter what they earn. The one-story building holds several exam rooms and sits close to...

Clearwater, FL · 6d

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Hidden Springs Ale Works Announces Relocation Search

Tampa Heights, Florida Tasting Room to Conclude Operations, December 20. Hidden Springs Ale Works has announced that it is preparing to relocate its community tasting room, concluding operations at its current Tampa Heights location at the close of service on Sunday, December 20, 2026. Crucially, the brewery is not halting...

Tampa, FL · 6d

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TECO's Manatee Viewing Center opens with new features for visitors

The Manatee Viewing Center opening in Apollo Beach kicks off its 40th anniversary season Sunday with free admission for visitors. A permanent touch tank habitat for cownose rays joins several facility upgrades, including shaded shelters and new wildlife viewing areas. Hundreds of wild manatees gather each winter in the warm-water...

Apollo Beach, FL · 7d

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Between Tampa And Gainesville Is An Archaeological Park With Native American History, Fishing, And Trails

Florida's Gulf Coast is a prime, year-round vacation escape, but its tourism hotspots tend to center on its prominent Gulf-side beaches. Inland from the Gulf, however, sits a worthy collection of outdoor attractions preserving Florida's natural, cultural, and historical treasures without any beaches involved. A superb Florida hidden gem for history and nature lovers alike is the small but extraordinary Crystal River Archaeological State Park. With the word "archaeological" in its name, you can probably guess that this park is a bit more history-minded than most Florida state parks. At the same time, this park is far from a stuffy history lecture, and you'll find top-tier inland water recreation along with its historic treasures.

Gainesville, FL · 11d

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5 Best Restaurants in Clearwater, Florida You Need to Try Before Everyone Else Finds Them

Clearwater, Florida — a city where the Gulf’s turquoise hush meets the laughter of sunburned families, where pastel motels and palm-lined boulevards cradle a patchwork of old Florida and new ambition, where the scent of salt and citrus drifts through neighborhoods stitched together by memory and migration. Here, the architecture is a mosaic: mid-century motels, beach cottages, and glassy new towers, each block humming with the stories of snowbirds, fishermen, artists, and dreamers drawn by the promise of possibility.

Clearwater, FL · 8d

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Everyone In Florida Should Eat At This Legendary Old Mexican Cafe At Least Once

Cactus tacos. Chiles en nogada. A whole lineup of vegan options. All of that lives on one colorful menu at a Mexican cafe that has fed a small Florida downtown for more than two decades. That is a lot of personality for one kitchen. I like how this place refuses...

Florida · 8d

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Inside Mayday’s Ice Cream Experience

TAMPA, Fla. — Mayday, mayday, mayday, it’s sweet treat o’clock! Looking for a high-quality and aesthetically pleasing dessert pick-me-up near campus?. Mayday is a handcrafted ice cream shop located on West Kennedy Boulevard next to Falk Theater that offers familiar flavors like Cookie Crush and Strawberry Lemon Shortcake alongside more unique flavor combinations such as Yuzu Dreamsicle, Brass Pot Thai Tea, and seasonal specialties. Customers can also purchase sundaes, floats, affogatos, and pints.

Tampa, FL · 6d

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Hillsborough County gets people outdoors with Hiking Spree

TAMPA – Hillsborough County’s Hiking Spree officially launched its 11th season on Nov. 1. The Hiking Spree draws thousands of participants each year to exercise and experience nature through parks and preserves in Hillsborough County. Keystone Park will host this year’s kickoff celebration from 9 a.m. to 2...

Hillsborough County, FL · 7d

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The life of the Redfish By: Capt. George Hastick

The red drum is one of the most iconic sport fish in Tampa Bay. These resilient fish navigate a multi-stage life cycle that relies heavily on the health of Florida’s estuaries. From microscopic larvae in the open ocean to massive “bull” reds in the deep gulf, the Tampa Bay redfish’s journey is a tale of survival and adaptation.

Florida · 7d

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Riverview Shop Mixes Lattes And Houseplants At The Bloom Exchange

A new spot on Boyette Road in Riverview wants customers to grab a latte in one hand and a houseplant in the other. The Bloom Exchange, located at 13438 Boyette Rd., describes itself as a neighborhood plant shop, floral boutique and coffee bar rolled into one, offering houseplants, fresh flowers, plant-care items and a coffee bar under a single roof.

Riverview, FL · 6d

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How This Family-Owned Cafe Became a COMFORTING Breakfast Find in Tampa, Florida

Open Mon & Wed–Fri, 8 AM–2 PM | Sat–Sun, 7:30 AM–2 PM | Tue, Closed. Some Tampa breakfast spots make their strongest impression after the coffee arrives, and Shelly’s Cafe gives diners plenty to appreciate beyond its modest strip-mall setting. This family-owned restaurant on North...

Tampa, FL · 6d

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Celebration of Life planned for beloved Tampa Bay bartender Tyler Frederick

Tyler Frederick. (Photo via Frederick’s Facebook) ST. PETERSBURG | A Celebration of Life for Tyler Frederick will be held Nov. 15 from 7-10 p.m. at Enigma, one of the local venues where the fan favorite bartender worked for years. Frederick died unexpectedly Oct. 23 at 34 years old in...

St. Petersburg, FL · 9d