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Tampa, FL Patch • 25th February 2025

Celebrate National Clam Chowder Day At The Pearl Water Street

TAMPA, FL – National Clam Chowder Day is coming on Feb. 25 and you can celebrate the big day with The Pearl in Water Street Tampa at 823 Water St C100, available for lunch and dinner as a starter dish. The American and seafood restaurant is owned by Cameron Mitchell Restaurants and first opened in the Short North Arts District in Columbus, Ohio in 2012 and is featured in the Florida Michelin Guide. Reservations are available on OpenTable and are recommended as they get quite busy on most days....

Tampa, FL Patch • 15th February 2025

Orlando City SC Vs Inter Miami CF: 2-2 Preseason Draw Highlights

TAMPA, FL – Orlando City SC drew Inter Miami CF in a 2-2 tie at Raymond James Stadium on Friday night to end the Lions’ preseason fixtures. The match marked the first-ever appearance by the Lions in Club history at Tampa’s Raymond James Stadium, which was the prior home of the now disbanded Tampa Bay Mutiny MLS charter member.

TAMPA, FL – Orlando City SC drew Inter Miami CF in a 2-2 tie at Raymond James Stadium on Friday night to end the Lions’ preseason fixtures. The match marked the first-eve...

Tampa, FL Patch • 8th February 2025

Tampa Bay Sun Face Ft. Lauderdale United Tonight After Winter Break

TAMPA, FL - Tampa Bay Sun FC returns to the field tonight at 7 p.m. EST for the spring season against Fort Lauderdale United FC at Riverfront Stadium. The schedule of the season was changed after Hurricane Milton last November. Ft. Lauderdale pulled off a surprise last minute score against the Sun in their last match-up, with the Sun giving up a goal in the 92nd minute to turn a Sun win into a tie.

TAMPA, FL - Tampa Bay Sun FC returns to the field tonight at 7 p.m. EST for the spring season aga...

Tampa, FL Patch • 8th February 2025

Tampa Big Game Takeout Options: Tacos, Wings & BBQ for the Win

TAMPA, FL - Are you making plans for The Big Game this year? Several restaurants around the Tampa Bay area are offering deals, take out options, and caterings. Plan to put in an order soon if you're hosting or attending a party as the cutoff dates come early.

TAMPA, FL - Are you making plans for The Big Game this year? Several restaurants around the Tampa Bay area are offering deals, take out options, and caterings. Plan to put in an order soon if you're hosting or attending a party as the cuto...

San Francisco, CA Patch • 2nd February 2025

Gott's Opening New Cookie Concept In San Francisco This Spring

SAN FRANCISCO, CA – Gott’s Roadside has a new concept coming soon to San Francisco’s iconic Ferry Building Marketplace opening in Spring 2025, Gott’s Cookie Counter. Located next to Gott’s Soft Serve Counter, it features a cookie counter and seating area, designed with Gott’s signature red paneling, white subway tile, and stainless-steel counters.

SAN FRANCISCO, CA – Gott’s Roadside has a new concept coming soon to San Francisco’s iconic Ferry Building Marketplace opening in Spring 2025, Gott’s...

Orlando, FL Patch • 1st February 2025

Mardi Gras 2025 At Universal Orlando: Concert Lineup + Festivities

The fan-favorite celebration returns to Universal Studios Florida with a new menu of international cuisine, a parade with impressive floats where guests can catch tons of beads, and live concerts on select nights by well-known artists, including GRAMMY-winning artist T-Pain, global pop superstar Joe Jonas and Latin GRAMMY-winning artist Juanes. Guests can enjoy all the fun as part of a regular theme park admission to Universal Studios Florida. Here is the entire line-up:

The fan-favorite celebr...

Tampa, FL Patch • 17th January 2025

Busch Gardens Mardi Gras Returns For Weekend Festivities

TAMPA, FL – Mardi Gras has returned to Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and will run every weekend through March 2, 2025, including Monday, Jan. 20. Guests can enjoy a festive atmosphere with Mardi Gras-style entertainment, upbeat live music and catching festival beads after each parade. Mardi Gras festivities are included with park theme admission at no additional cost.There will be Cajun-inspired cuisine including popular festival dishes, such as Shrimp Creole, Po’ Boy Sandwiches, Crawfish Étouffée and...

Tampa, FL Patch • 29th December 2024

Top Spots to Celebrate New Year’s Eve 2025 in Tampa Bay

Boulon Brasserie: Celebrate NYE Parisian style in Water Street Tampa. Boulon is throwing a special shindig to celebrate and reservations are required from OpenTable starting at $50 for bar seats and going up $275 for patio seating. There will be burlesque, DJ sets, an electric violinist and live watercolor art. Sunset seating times start at 5 p.m. Tickets are available online. 1001 Water St, Tampa, FL 33602. (813) 768-9988. The Sparrow Rooftop: Ring in the 2025 in Downtown St. Pete at the newly...

Tampa, FL Patch • 14th November 2024

Busch Gardens Christmas Town Returns To Tampa For Holiday Season

TAMPA, FL – Busch Gardens Tampa Bay’s Christmas Town is returning this weekend, filling the season with festive fun and holiday cheer for theme park fans. The special event runs daily from Nov. 15 through Jan. 5, the park will transform into a winter wonderland, featuring millions of lights, captivating shows, seasonal treats, holiday animal encounters and joyful rides for the entire family. Christmas Town festivities are free with Busch Gardens Tampa Bay park admission.

TAMPA, FL – Busch Garde...

Washington DC, DC Patch • 30th September 2024

La' Shukran Has A Great Story To Tell In Washington

WASHINGTON – I am normally not the kind of guy who chases a “hot new spot” type of restaurant. Partially because in my life, I have been fortunate to usually preview these places ahead of time or because I have historically wanted to give these places breathing room before visiting. I decided to stop into La’ Shukran, a new bistro, bar, and rooftop terrace in the Union Market District.

WASHINGTON – I am normally not the kind of guy who chases a “hot new spot” type of restaurant. Partially becau...

St. Pete, FL Patch • 22nd September 2024

Experience the 2024 St. Petersburg Powerboat P1 Grand Prix This Oct.

This event is the climax of the entire P1 Offshore race season, during which championship titles will be awarded. The weekend includes a Pit Party on Friday night at Albert Whitted Park from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. featuring vendors, food trucks, and powerboats for viewing with a chance for the public to meet and greet participating race teams. On Saturday and Sunday, over 50 powerboats, reaching speeds up to 160 mph, and 30 AquaX jet ski riders will compete for the checkered flag. Admission is free t...

San Francisco, CA Patch • 22nd September 2024

ABsteak From Chef Akira Back Opening Union Square Location Soon

SAN FRANCISCO, CA – Acclaimed Michelin-starred Korean Chef Akira Back has announced the upcoming opening of ABsteak in San Francisco’s Union Square on Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2024. It will be the second ABsteak location in California with the first located in Los Angeles.

SAN FRANCISCO, CA – Acclaimed Michelin-starred Korean Chef Akira Back has announced the upcoming opening of ABsteak in San Francisco’s Union Square on Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2024. It will be the second ABsteak location in California with t...

Tampa, FL Patch • 19th September 2024

Akon Performs Energized Concert At Tampa Hard Rock Event Center

TAMPA, FL - R&B and Hip-Hop legend Akon rocked the house last night at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa. For those in attendance, it was trip down memory lane as the artist performed plenty of hits including "Lonely," "Smack That," "Beautiful," and "Bartender." The concert was energized from start to finish with fans singing along with the artist at times and plenty of dancing as many were transported back to the mid 2000's and early 2010's, a simpler era for many. Akon danced several...

Tampa, FL Patch • 17th September 2024

JW Marriott Tampa Water Street Hosting Luxury Wellness Weekend

TAMPA, FL - JW Marriott Tampa Water Street, located at 510 Water St., is hosting a Luxury Wellness Weekend from Oct. 4 to Oct. 6. Guests will enjoy health-conscious meals, wellness programming in collaboration with acclaimed wellness advocate Maharri Lodge, a visit to the Spa by JW, and more. Day passes are available for those interested in only visiting the property for the day.

TAMPA, FL - JW Marriott Tampa Water Street, located at 510 Water St., is hosting a Luxury Wellness Weekend from Oct....

Tampa, FL Patch • 14th September 2024

Undefeated Tampa Bay Sun Face Brooklyn Tonight At Riverfront Stadium

TAMPA, FL - The undefeated Tampa Bay Sun FC (1-0-2) will face-off tonight against Brooklyn FC (0-0-1) at 7 p.m. at Riverfront Stadium located at Blake High School at 1701 North Boulevard in Tampa. The Sun secured their first win (3-2) against Lexington SC last weekend.

TAMPA, FL - The undefeated Tampa Bay Sun FC (1-0-2) will face-off tonight against Brooklyn FC (0-0-1) at 7 p.m. at Riverfront Stadium located at Blake High School at 1701 North Boulevard in Tampa. The Sun secured their first win...

Half Moon Bay, CA Patch • 14th September 2024

Navio Restaurant Reopens At Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay, California

HALF MOON BAY, CA - The Forbes Five-Star Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay has reopened its fine-dining restaurant, Navio. The return of the concept is part of a full property refresh, that aims to create a newly revitalized space inspired by the California coast.

HALF MOON BAY, CA - The Forbes Five-Star Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay has reopened its fine-dining restaurant, Navio. The return of the concept is part of a full property refresh, that aims to create a newly revitalized space inspired by the...

Tampa, FL Patch • 7th September 2024

Carlos Eats Approved: Guide To Downtown Tampa Coffee Shops

TAMPA, FL - Looking for a coffee shop in downtown Tampa while visiting town or doing some business in the area? Tampa's coffee scene has shifted over time, but new locations continue to open around town. I have some suggestions.

TAMPA, FL - Looking for a coffee shop in downtown Tampa while visiting town or doing some business in the area? Tampa's coffee scene has shifted over time, but new locations continue to open around town. I have some suggestions.

Victory Coffee: This is a neighborhood s...

Tampa, FL Patch • 31st August 2024

Halloween Harvest Coming To Busch Gardens Tampa Bay This Fall

TAMPA, FL – Busch Gardens Tampa Bay is launching a family-friendly event this fall called Halloween Harvest. The all-new event will feature activities for all ages, including Kandy’s Sweetacular Celebration at the Festival Walkway. Guest are invited to snap the perfect fall moment at a number of autumn-themed photo spots scattered throughout the theme park.

TAMPA, FL – Busch Gardens Tampa Bay is launching a family-friendly event this fall called Halloween Harvest. The all-new event will feature...

Orlando, FL Patch • 26th August 2024

Universal Orlando Resort Shares New Details On Helios Grand Hotel

ORLANDO, FL – Universal Orlando Resort has shared new details about the upcoming Universal Helios Grand Hotel, a Loews Hotel. The 500-room resort will be located at the highly-anticipated Universal Epic Universe theme park opening in 2025. It is being created by the award-winning Universal Creative team and co-owned and operated by Loews Hotels & Co.

ORLANDO, FL – Universal Orlando Resort has shared new details about the upcoming Universal Helios Grand Hotel, a Loews Hotel. The 500-room resort...

Tampa, FL Patch • 25th August 2024

Tampa Bay Sun FC Remain Undefeated After Ashley Orkus Penalty Block

TAMPA, FL - The Tampa Bay Sun FC remain undefeated in the USL Super League. In the most recent game, Tampa Bay Sun FC Goalkeeper Ashley Orkus faced down an intense D.C. Power penalty shot, leapt to her right, and stopped an incoming ball with her outstretched hand in the 89th minute before a downpour of rain. The save was one of seven made by Orkus during the match and delivered a shutout performance against D.C.

TAMPA, FL - The Tampa Bay Sun FC remain undefeated in the USL Super League. In the...

Orlando, FL Patch • 24th August 2024

'Dining With The Stars' Orlando An Elevated Culinary Adventure

Chef Gerald Sombright was recognized two years ago at the launch of the Florida Michelin Guide and is the first Black man in the United States to earn a Michelin star. He earned the star at Knife & Spoon at The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes. Sombright has a beautiful piece that was published in Food & Wine about the meaning of the award to him and how hard he worked for recognition in a tough industry for any chef, but especially for those without access or power. Sombright is a celebrity c...

Orlando, FL Patch • 21st August 2024

Enjoy 'Dining With The Stars' With JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek

ORLANDO, FL - JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort is hosting its annual "Dining with the Stars" event on Thursday, Aug. 22, with its Sear + Sea restaurant located at 14900 Chelonia Parkway, Orlando, Florida, 32821. The exclusive pop-up dinner will include a unique seven-course Michelin dining experience crafted by Sear + Sea Chef Jobin Thomas and Celebrity Guest Chef Gerald Sombright.

ORLANDO, FL - JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort is hosting its annual "Dining with the Stars" event o...

Tampa, FL Patch • 19th August 2024

Tampa Bay Sun FC Ties Dallas 1-1 During Season Opener Game

TAMPA, FL - Tampa Bay Sun FC had a scorching start for its first game on Sunday, Aug. 18, against Dallas Trinity Fc and tied in a 1-1 game. The score for Tampa was made by Brooke Hendrix. The game was attended by over 5,000 people and sold out of tickets leading up to the game at Blake High School's Riverfront Stadium. Fans arrived early and stuck with the team throughout the game.

TAMPA, FL - Tampa Bay Sun FC had a scorching start for its first game on Sunday, Aug. 18, against Dallas Trinity F...

Tampa, FL Patch • 18th August 2024

Carlos Eats Approved: Where To Eat & Drink In Downtown Tampa

Downtown Tampa continues its growth story. My first job was in downtown and it has evolved immensely since I first starting dining out for lunch 20 years ago. There is a mixture of newcomers and classic spots continuing to fuel the area. Here are my recommendations for dining when visiting Tampa’s downtown. Little Tina: The newest coffee shop and cafe in downtown Tampa with the same ownership as Urban Cantina, a Mexican restaurant nearby. Coffee is made fresh and they also have libations availab...