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🥨 Expert-approved munchies for 4/20

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Hometown Hero is spilling the beans on the best snacks to pair with 4/20 festivities. | Photo provided by Hometown Hero

If you’re partaking in 4/20 festivities today (safely, of course), here are five expert-approved snacks to make (or to order on your fave food delivery app… because, let’s be honest, we’re not leaving the couch today), courtesy of the pros at Hometown Hero CBD.

🍣 Omega-3s

Omega-3s are a type of acid found in fats and oils that offer all sorts of benefits. They’re a great energy source that helps keep your cardiovascular, respiratory, and immune systems functioning.

Additionally, research shows that a whole bunch of chemical reactions in your body convert omega-3 fatty acids into endocannabinoids. The endocannabinoid system helps regulate vital functions such as memory, appetite, sleep, temperature, emotional processing, and much more. (More on the science around that here.)

Foods rich in Omega-3s include:

Salmon, oysters, mackerel, and anchovies (sushi, anyone?)
Walnuts
Peanut butter
Soybeans
Flaxseed and chia seeds (hello, smoothie bowl)

🍫 Chocolate

Before gummies came into the spotlight, the humble brownie was the most iconic cannabis edible — and for a good reason too. With its sweetness and deep earthy undertones, chocolate does a spot-on job of covering up any “meh” grassy aftertaste.

But there’s another benefit: Chocolate (particularly dark chocolate) is rich in anandamide, an endocannabinoid that gets its name from the Sanskrit word “Ananda,” which means “happiness” or “bliss.”

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Photo by Christian Kaye Photography via Hometown Hero

🥭 Mangoes

Ever wonder where plants get their smell? (Stay with us here.) Through naturally occurring compounds called terpenes.

Mangoes are rich in a terpene called myrcene, which may help transport cannabinoids into the brain. Plus, this terpene may help the transdermal absorption of cannabinoids too — aka help topical Delta-8 products absorb through the skin.

Keep reading for two more ideal munchies — and snag Hometown Hero’s bonus offer of a free sample, offered today only for our readers.*

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Asked

What’s the origin of the “4/20" holiday?

A. 420 is the number of active chemical compounds in marijuana.
B. 420 is police code for marijuana violations.
C. The location of Denver Interstate mile marker 420.
D. 420 is what you get if you multiply 12 by 35, the numbers from the title of the Bob Dylan song “Rainy Day Woman no. 12 and no. 35.”
E. 4:20 is the time when a group of teens from California would search for a legendary lost marijuana crop near the Point Reyes Coast Guard Station.

Puff, puff, guess

See the correct answer in The Wrap.

Events

Today, April 20

Tampa Bay Taco Week | Thursday, April 20-Sunday, April 30 | Times vary | Across Tampa Bay | Price of purchase | Enjoy taco and drink specials at Gallito Taqueria, Datz, Jimmy’s Tacos, and more local spots — ask for the Taco Week special.
Tampa Tarpons vs. Clearwater Threshers | Thursday, April 20-Sunday, Apr 23 | Times vary | George M. Steinbrenner Field, 1 Steinbrenner Dr., Tampa | $2-$12 | Snag a ballpark hot dog and watch two of our local MiLB teams face off.
Movies in the Park | Thursday, Apr. 20 | 6:30-9:30 p.m. | North Straub Park, Fifth Ave. NE and Bayshore Dr., St. Petersburg | Free | Bring a blanket, picnic basket, and some popcorn to watch “Wall-E” and a musical performance on the waterfront as the sun sets.

Friday, April 21

Great Port Cleanup | Friday, Apr. 21 | 9-11 a.m. | Multiple locations | Free | Join Keep Tampa Bay Beautiful to pick up trash and marine debris from several sites in and around the port.
Sweeney Todd | Friday, Apr. 21 | 8 p.m. | The Straz Center for the Performing Arts, 1010 N. MacInnes Place, Tampa | $102-$262 | Watch Opera Tampa’s rendition of the barber’s murderous story.

Saturday, April 22

Pinellas County Hunter Association Horse Show | Saturday, Apr. 22-Sunday, Apr. 23 | 8 a.m.-5 p.m. | Bob Thomas Equestrian Center, 4800 US Hwy. 301 N., Tampa | Free | Watch local horseback riders pony up and hop over hurdles.
13th Annual Ecofest 2023 | Saturday, Apr. 22 | 10 a.m.-3 p.m. | MOSI, 4801 E. Fowler Ave., Tampa | Free | Celebrate Earth Day by taking in live music, demonstrations, and local vendors selling fresh produce and other green products.

Sunday, April 23

Tiki Tonk | Sunday, Apr. 23 | 6-10 p.m. | Shuffle, 2612 N. Tampa St., Tampa | Free | Grab your cowboy boots and island gear for a shuffleboard charity hoedown — proceeds benefit The Innocence Project.

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News Notes

Playoffs

The Lightning hit the ice tonight at 7 p.m. in Toronto against the Maple Leafs for Game Two of the best-of-seven series. The Bolts lead the series 1-0. The official watch party is on the Sparkman Wharf lawn + starts an hour before the puck drop.

Closing

Sad news for ramen lovers. Ichicoro Ramen, Seminole Heights’ staple Michelin Bib Gourmand winner has closed its doors. The owner’s other Asian-inspired food concept Gangchu remains open. (Creative Loafing Tampa Bay)

Eat

Baked in the Burg is moving to 3201 Central Ave. and is set to open by early May. The local bakery, which specializes in overstuffed cookies, will also be open to the public Thursday-Sunday, selling cake pops, muffins, and more. (I Love the Burg)
Have you checked out Kichi Taiyaki (2020 W. Brandon Blvd.), Brandon’s new Japanese dessert café? The shop serves everything from Instagrammable soufflé pancakes to various boba teas and fluffy Taiyaki (a fish-shaped street food cake stuffed with brown sugar or Nutella and served with ice cream). (That’s So Tampa)
Keep meaning to try new restaurants but find yourself back at your regular haunts? Offline can help you explore Tampa Bay by matching you with new local restaurants. Members get up to $50 monthly toward their dining out budget. Sign up for one of the 100 spots saved for TBAYtoday readers with the code TBTODAY.

Ranked

No. 6. That’s where Tampa International Airport landed on Food & Wine’s “10 Best Airports for Food” list, thanks to its diverse range of culinary offerings. Travelers can indulge in delicious meals at popular Tampa spots like Ulele, Goody Goody, and the Columbia Café or sip on some craft beer from Cigar City Brewing. (That’s So Tampa)
St. Pete was named one of the “Best Places to Travel in the US” by Forbes. The publication praised the Burg for its large arts community, LGBTQ+ friendliness, and walkable waterfronts like St. Pete Beach and St. Pete Pier. (I Love the Burg)

Film

Martin Kove, star of “Karate Kid” and “Cobra Kai,” appears in the new Dunedin filmed romance movie, “A Taste of Love.” The movie premieres at St. Pete’s Sundial AMC 12 on Thursday, April 27, during the Sunscreen Film Festival. (Tampa Bay Times)

Announced

This show is on fire. Alicia Keys is coming to Amalie on Friday, June 30, with a 360-degree center stage performance. Tickets to the “Keys to the Summer” tour go on sale tomorrow at 9 a.m. and start at $36. (Creative Loafing Tampa Bay)

Award

Attention artisans… submit your Southern-made product by June 20 for a chance to win Garden & Gun Magazine’s 14th annual Made In The South Awards. Categories include home, crafts, food, outdoors, style, and drink, plus a bonus sustainability award. The overall winner will receive a $10,000 grand prize.

Giveaway

#TerraceTabletop. It’s giveaway time. The Terrace Hotel & Grille is hosting its annual week of giveaway prizes starting Monday, April 24. Prizes include gift cards, themed merchandise, a hand-painted wine bottle, and a grand prize. Follow The Terrace Grille at @terracegrillelakeland on Instagram for a chance to win.*

Culture

☀️ No bad vibes here

April 20 festivities in Tampa Bay, FL

A purple haze washes over Indian Rocks Beach. | Photo by TBAYtoday team

Whether you’re looking to get high on life or just enjoy a chill day out, these activities will make this 4/20 one to remember. Here’s five local activities to make it a not-so-average Thursday:

The Unlimited Video Games Superstore and Arcade charges $8 for all-day play — so don’t forget to bring all your buds.
If you’re looking to get outside, toss around the ol’ frisbee at Azalea Park (1600 72nd St. N., St. Pete) or at Picnic Island Park (7409 Picnic Island Blvd., Tampa).
Take a stroll on the sands of one of our many beaches — we recommend a hidden gem like Indian Rocks Beach.
Looking to blaze your own trail? Take a hike through Lettuce Lake Park in Tampa. Need closer options? We’ve got you covered.
Channel your green thumb + visit a local plant shop like Green Thumb Nursery (6913 Sheldon Rd., Tampa).

The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Brad

Answered: E. According to several sources, 4:20 is the time when a group of teens in Marin County, California would search for a legendary lost marijuana crop near the Point Reyes Coast Guard Station in the 1970s.

One of the kid’s older brothers was friends with Phil Lesh of the Grateful Dead, who co-opted and popularized the now-iconic association between the number and the recreational activity (and, ultimately, the celebration of both on April 20 — aka 4/20 — each year).

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