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Turkey Day is on the way

Elevate your Thanksgiving meal at these Tampa Bay area spots
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Here’s a peek at the cocktail menu at Latitude 28°. | Photo via JW Marriott Clearwater Beach
The start of November is here, TBAY. Whether you’re still holding on to those fall decorations, or already putting out sprigs of holly and twinkle lights, it’s never too early to start making Thanksgiving reservations + to-go plans. Here’s a few options to get your tastebuds watering:

The Tampa EDITION

The Water Street Tampa boutique hotel is hosting a Thanksgiving meal again this year. The plans include all the staples — roast turkey and sides — plus bougie additions like a raw seafood bar, caviar station, and live jazzy tunes. Or order pies to amp up your at-home celebration. Make reservations online.

Élevage SoHo Kitchen & Bar

Skip setting out the spread, and head to the Tampa restaurant for a buffet stocked with pumpkin soup and mushroom bisque, breads, beef tenderloin, turkey, ham, truffle macaroni and cheese, mashed potatoes, cornbread stuffing, pecan + pumpkin pie, almond tarts — and a boatload of other Thanksgiving staples.

Finish off the lavish experience with cocktails, beer, wine, or non-alcoholic drinks from the tableside martini cart or the wine station. Make reservations online.

Naked Farmer

The popular seasonal cooking spot is offering catering options for your holiday. The menu includes roast turkey, cornbread, cinnamon sweet potatoes, green beans, apple chutney, and veggie gravy. Book pickup or delivery online.

Latitude 28°

Take the whole family to the J.W. Marriott Clearwater Beach & Spa’s signature restaurant for a three-course prix fixe meal featuring turkey breast or poached lobster pappardelle. The spot also offers an à la carte kids menu. Book reservations online.

And if you want to keep the festive vibes going all turkey day long, the restaurant and the hotel bar are serving up fall cocktails. We’re eyeing the “Fall Forward” made with Knob Creek Bourbon, fresh mint, lemon and peach purée, and maple peach foam.

Cafe Clementine

This wouldn’t be City Editor Bailey’s roundup if there weren’t some sweet treat options.

Located in the lobby of the Museum of Fine Arts St. Petersburg, the bakery is offering pre-order caramelized honey pumpkin pies, take and bake savory scones, croissant boxes, breakfast teacakes, Dutch caramel apple pies, and flourless chocolate cakes. Make your order by Monday, Nov. 20 for pickup Wednesday, Nov. 22.
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Events
Friday, Nov. 3
  • Garden Bros Nuclear Circus | Friday, Nov. 3-Sunday, Nov. 5 | Times vary | Tropicana Field, 1 Tropicana Dr., St. Petersburg | $14.50-$60 | Watch performers from 22+ countries, including the human cannonball, aerial artists, the wheel of death, motorcycles in the sphere of fear, jugglers, and clowns, in this 100-minute performance.
Saturday, Nov. 4
  • Midtown Tampa Toss Down | Saturday, Nov. 4 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | Midtown Tampa, 3659 Midtown Dr., Tampa | $50-$60 | Tow the friend group along for this competitive cornhole tournament where $1,000 in cash prizes is up for grabs — register your team for $50 in advance or pay $60 day of.
  • The Revivalists | Saturday, Nov. 4 | 5 p.m. | St. Pete Pier, 600 2nd Ave. NE, St. Petersburg | $46 | Rock out at the first-ever concert at the scenic St. Pete Pier — part of the Rise Up Concert Series.
  • Super League Tampa Bay Brand Reveal Party | Saturday, Nov. 4 | 5-7 p.m. | 1920 Ybor City, 1920 E. 7th Ave., Tampa | Free | Celebrate the reveal of Super League Tampa Bay’s new team name, logo and brand at this family-friendly event.
  • An Evening with Fran Lebowitz | Saturday, Nov. 4 | 7:30 p.m. | The Straz Center for the Performing Arts, 1010 N. MacInnes Pl., Tampa | $67-$143 | Enjoy an evening with the legendary, New York-based author and humorist.
Sunday, Nov. 5
  • Indie Flea presents St. Pete Flea | Sunday, Nov. 5 | 12-4 p.m. | Indie Flea, 2606 Fairfield Ave. S., St. Petersburg | Free | Head to the market’s brand-new location in St. Pete every first Sunday for hand-crafted goods, vintage items and furniture, decor, plants, food, and music.
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Seasonal

Let the holiday sales begin
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Top your house with a star and string lights decoration. | Photo via Amazon
Ready to dive into holiday decorating? Grab great finds while they’re still on sale:
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News Notes
Development
  • Hillsborough County is on the hunt for developers to transform the 67 acres surrounding the Museum of Science and Industry. The county will start accepting proposals Monday, Nov. 6 + close submissions in February 2024. Leaders hope to bring in a mixed-use development that features hospitality, entertainment, retail, and public spaces. (Tampa Bay Business Journal)
Coming Soon
  • The Pendry Hotel is officially going up. Once completed, the new, five-star downtown Tampa hotel will sit at 39 stories tall with 220 hotel rooms, 207 condominiums, restaurants, cafes, and an open-air pool and terrace. The property will be just the second five-star hotel in the Tampa Bay area. (WFLA)
Plan Ahead
  • We won’t have to wait “For The Longest Time” to see Billy Joel and Sting rock Ray Jay. The legendary performers play the Tampa stadium on Saturday, Feb. 24, 2024. Buy tickets online. (That’s So Tampa)
Community
  • This one’s for the Pinellas homeowners. Residents who pay their property tax bill in November will receive a 4% discount + those who pay in December will score a 3% discount. (St. Pete Catalyst)
Announced
  • On your mark, get set, bet. The Seminole Tribe of Florida is introducing sports betting at their casinos in December. The Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa will offer sports betting, craps, and roulette starting on Friday, Dec. 8. (Tampa Bay Times)
Ranked
  • No. 12. That’s where Tampa ranked on WalletHub’s “Most Fun Cities in America” list. The Big Guava earned points for its entertainment and recreation options, among others. St. Pete also ranked well at No. 36 out of the 182 cities included on the list. (That’s So Tampa)
Number
  • $1 billion. That’s how much Tampa Bay tourism brought in over the past fiscal year in taxable hotel revenue. More than 26.7 million visitors touched down in TBAY during fiscal year 2023, according to Visit Tampa Bay. (Tampa Bay Business Journal)
Seasonal
  • It’s almost time to set the clocks back. Daylight Saving Time ends on Sunday, Nov. 5. Many states have made moves to address time change, but for now look forward to that extra hour of sleep.
Biz
  • Small Business Saturday is just around the corner — Nov. 25, to be exact. What local businesses will you be supporting + which local deals should we check out? Let us know and we may feature your recommendation in an upcoming newsletter.
History
Wellness
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Finance
  • This five-star-rated card offers not one, not six, but 21 months of 0% intro APR on qualifying balance transfers — giving you nearly two years to save big. (All with no annual fee, to boot.) Learn more and apply.*
 
Food

We’re putting weekend plans on your plate

Eat your heart out at this weekend’s Tampa Bay area food and drink festivals
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Imagine all of the delicacies you could sample at the St. Pete festival. | Photo via @savorst.pete
Now for the most important question... What are we eating this weekend? We have a few recommendations for our fave foodies:

Tampa Bay Veg Fest — Florida Voices for Animals | Saturday, Nov. 4 | 11 a.m.-5 p.m. | Perry Harvey Sr. Park, 1201 N. Orange St., Tampa | Free entry | Check out 140+ veg-friendly vendors/exhibitors, animal rescues, vegan food, cooking/raw food demonstrations, live music, yoga flows, and vegan cook-offs.

Savor St. Pete Food & Wine Festival | Saturday, Nov. 4-Sunday, Nov. 5 | Times vary | Vinoy Park, 501 Fifth Ave. NE, St. Petersburg | $114 | Now in its 11th year, the festival features local eats and drinks, a mixology experience lounge, wine, craft beers, and premium spirits.

Wine Festival | Saturday, Nov. 4 | 5-11 p.m. | Waterfront Park, 110 Veterans Memorial Ln., Safety Harbor | Free entry | Sip on a variety of blends, plus take in rock music, DJ and acoustic sets, and sway to Latin tunes — purchase à la carte wine tickets.
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The Wrap
 
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Today’s edition by:
Bailey
From the editor
Honestly, I’m having a hard time deciding what to do this weekend. But I will be stopping by Restore Hyper Wellness St. Pete’s 4th Anniversary Bash tomorrow. The health and wellness spot is hosting free yoga and giveaways, and offering deals on facials and IV drips.
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