History says the first authentic Cuban sandwich was served in Tampa’s Columbia Restaurant in 1905. But which Florida city makes the better sandwich? Let the food fight begin. By Tom Scherberger As the cheesesteak is for Philadelphia, the Cuban sandwich is for both Miami and Tampa, an icon for…
Read MoreBy Kevin McGeever The I-95 odyssey from Boston to Tampa-St. Petersburg is a 1,400-mile commitment on concrete. But this Florida vacation on the central Gulf coast is worth the drive. Beaches and ballgames. Culture and craft beer. Nature and neighborhoods. Tom Brady and Rob Gronkowski. And if that…
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By Janet K. Keeler Tampa and environs offer many opportunities for eco-travelers. In the third-most populous city in Florida, a visitor looking to make a low impact while having a high-impact experience can do so on both land and water. There are 1.4 million people living in Hillsborough County…
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By Tom Scherberger The Tampa Bay area is a hotbed of great food experiences, from casual food trucks and late night eats to elegant fine dining. So many choices, so little time – which is why we’ve gathered 15 can’t-miss fine dining Tampa experiences – breakfast, lunch and dinner – designed to fit…
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By Kevin Mims Say you're on vacation in Tampa. That's great. There's much to do there, and you'll love it. But if you'd like to stretch your wings a bit, and add to your Florida experiences, take a day trip from Tampa. Tampa, as your base, gives you lots of day trip options. You can take in some…
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By Saundra Amrhein Shortly after 9:30 p.m., the school bus rolls down Armenia Avenue and into the parking lot of La Pequeña Colombia restaurant in Tampa, located in Central Florida. People start heading toward the bus – women in high heels, men pulling coolers. The school bus that comes to a stop…
Read MoreBy Jodi Mailander Farrell The Tampa Bay area – connecting Tampa , St. Petersburg and Clearwater – is Florida’s tri-city region for family fun on the Gulf Coast. Award-winning beaches, theme parks, a bustling downtown, professional sports teams and educational museums make the region an ideal vacation…
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By Ileana Morales Valentine The pork jowl is tender and succulent, and it comes with a creamy corn pudding bursting with sweet summer flavor. Crispy pig ear -- from the same farm in Summerfield, Fla. -- adds crunch. Pickled turnip is a bright palate cleanser between bites. As the roasted broccoli…
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By Janet K. Keeler In the life cycle of a shopping mall, Tampa Premium Outlets is a mere toddler. It still has that new mall shine and design, and looks more like a pastel-colored village than the traditional complex of shops. The 110-store mall made up of courtyards, breezeways and fountains…
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By Jeanette Scott Known for its miles of beautiful Gulf Coast beaches, as well as a plethora of sports teams and amusement parks, Tampa is also a Florida hot spot when it comes to shopping! Check out my list of five great Tampa shopping spots while you're in the area: International Plaza and Bay…
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