Here at TBAYtoday, we’re all about bringing you thebest of what Tampa Bay has to offer. Today we’re sharing just a few of our favorite local influencers + Instagram accounts we think you should be following.
These local creators share about everything from new spots and cooking to fitness blogging + lifestyle taste-making.
For the foodies
@tampafoodgirl | Jessica Stollenmaier takes you on a journey to all of TBAY’s newest bars + eateries.
@tampafoodplug | This millennial super mom makes sure her kids and her camera eat first.
@foodbytiana | Looking for recommendations in Downtown Tampa for sports bars, date nights, or cocktail spots? Tiana has got you covered with her expert tips.
@tampafoodguide | This Yelp Elite culinary connoisseur has an undeniable talent for capturing the essence of each dish she encounters through mouthwatering pics.
On a health kick
@mattykruns | Attention avid runners. Matt shares his daily jogging routine along Bayshore Boulevard and other local paths, along with his expertise in coaching and motivation.
@alexandrabythebay | Looking to channel a better mindset or get a little more zen? Yoga coach Alexandra will teach and inspire you both online and with her classes.
Local lifestylists
@katstickler | With a dream of being on ''SNL” one day, Kat and her daughter MK take on TBAY — boasting one of the biggest accounts in town. Kat’s goal: Make life light-hearted and comical.
@ellapcobb | If you love Pinterest, you’ll love Ella’s feed. From family to fashion and home decor, she shares her beautiful life in TBAY.
@keepinupwithkahla | Travel tell-alls, genuine + personal blog posts, and foodie deep dives are just a few of Kahla’s specialties. Pssst. She lives in Clearwater
@thetbaytoday | Woah, hey, there. That’s us. Follow for breaking news in real time + even more events happening in our city.
Have a favorite local influencer or Instagram account you follow? Send them our way for a potential part two.
Events
Wednesday, July 5
Restorative yoga | Wednesday, July 5 | 5:30-6:15 p.m. | Blue Cross Blue Shield, 3758 Park Blvd., Suite No. 5, Pinellas Park | Free | Get your post-Fourth flow on, clear your mind, and relieve pressure in your body — bring your own mat.
Friday, July 7
Peace Love & Rage: A Divorced Dad Rock Dance Party | Friday, July 7 | 8 p.m.-12 a.m. | Hooch and Hive, 1001 W. Cass St., Tampa | $15-$40 | Relive Woodstock ’99 and come dance to classics like Limp Bizkit, Korn, Linkin Park, Creed, and the Foo Fighters — get a four-pack for $40.
Saturday, July 8
Tampa Toy Con | Saturday, July 8 | 9 a.m.-4 p.m. | Florida State Fairgrounds, 4800 US Hwy. 301 N., Tampa | $10-$15 | Explore a 20,000-sqft collection of toys, comics, art, and diecast models spanning the entire pop culture universe.
“Cosmic Consciousness” Opening Reception | Saturday, July 8 | 5-9 p.m. | St. Pete Artworks, 2604 Central Ave., St. Petersburg | Free | Explore the vast universe and experience Andrew Phillips’ newest art exhibition — music starts at 6 p.m.
Matchbox Twenty | Saturday, July 8 | 7:30 p.m. | MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre, 4801 US Hwy. 301 N., Tampa | $30.50-$807 | The alternative rock band is best known for its hits “Real World,” “Back 2 Good,” and the number-one singles “Push” and “3AM.”
Land Design will be the official planner of Trails Crossing, the proposed park under St. Pete’s I-275 corridor (from the 1701 Central Apartments to CrossFit 727). Officials hope to include walking and biking paths, a “green” amphitheater, art-coated walls, and a dog park. (St. Pete Catalyst)
Ranked
No. 15. That’s where Top 50 Pizza placed Fabrica (located on both sides of the Bay) on its list of top pizzerias in the US. Check out our roundup of top local slices. (I Love the Burg)
Closed
Bern’s Steakhouse is undergoing a two-week renovation that includes an updated kitchen, a larger break room for staff, and a new lounge area for guests. In the meat time, you can satisfy your Bern’s-loving taste buds next door at Haven (2208 W. Morrison Ave.). (That’s So Tampa)
Transit
No open spots along Central Avenue? Leave your car at the Trop. Lots 4-8 are now available to anyone looking to park on non-game days. Check out the Rays parking map. (St. Pete Catalyst)
Shop
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Eat
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Drink
On a water bottle hunt? Amazon’s No. 1 bestselling insulated bottle is the Owala FreeSip — it’s thoughtfully designed, leak proof, and keeps drinks cold.
Outdoors
The perfect outdoor string lights do exist, and they’ve got a secret weapon: solar power. Light up your yard with a 50-ft strand.
Tampa Food Truck Central has my attention. I’m looking forward to the opening of Sancocho y Leña Steak Grill, a fusion of Colombian and Venezuelan cuisine set to open in August.
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