Can anything stay open on Platt Street in South Tampa? Between Urban Cantina, Monsta Lobsta, The Rack, and Stacked Burgers (not to mention the old SoHo Pizza), Platt Street between Armenia and the Crosstown is starting to look like a ghost town. And it just got a little worse. This is now what it looks like inside the late-night pizza favorite --- The Deck. The sign is … [Read more...]
5 Twitter Accounts That Get Tampa News Before the News
Twitter is my favorite social media account because it often breaks news before most traditional channels can create and post stories. While you probably follow celebrities and athletes – because their tweets are so outrageous they usually are the news – you can also follow local accounts for the same reason. Our local police and government do a great job at keeping us safe, … [Read more...]
Dinner at The Vinoy Renasissance
When considering dining options in downtown St. Pete, one of the spots that rarely crossed my mind was the Vinoy Renasissance. The posh, historic hotel, resort, and golf club was a place that always felt too much like a weekend destination to be a considered a casual dinning spot. But I was wrong. The Renaissance Marriott property may be a well-known gleaming gem along … [Read more...]
7 Things That Can Ruin Your Trip To Tampa Bay
It's estimated that almost 15 million people visited Tampa Bay in 2012, with about $3.75 billion being pumped into the local economy as a result. The statistics shouldn't be surprising, though, since the city offers some of the best entertainment that the Sunshine State has to offer. While slipping on a pair of flip-flops, throwing on some shades, and visiting the numerous … [Read more...]
Fleming’s Steak Experience Takes It Up a Notch
Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar launched a new menu this October, and it features a unique way to personalize steak preferences and allow diners to customize their dining experience. You start the process by selecting a cut of meat. The Prime New York Strip and the Prime Dry Aged Ribeye are the only two steaks available in all preparation methods so start there for … [Read more...]