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8 Tampa Bay area spots to book Valentine’s Day reservations
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Casa Santo Stefano is serving up a dreamy meal this V-day. | Photo via @casasantostefano
Pull that G-cal out, TBAY — it’s time to book some reservations. Whether you’re in the mood for love or just a sumptuous feast, we’re dishing some of our area’s delicious Valentine’s foodie offerings:

Editor’s note: Some of these spots could be booked up for dinner, but might be offering lunch options.

The Pearl Water Street Tampa, 823 Water St. C-100, Tampa

Settle in for a decadent meal or a special “First Date” cocktail at the hopping Cigar City gastropub. Order the filet, potato gratin, broccolini, and truffle butter for $59 or the salmon with pea puree, colossal crab, potato confit, and lemon pepper vinaigrette for $45.

Casa Santo Stefano, 1607 N. 22nd St., Tampa

Bring your love to the Ybor City spot for the top-notch Sicilian menu or its special V-Day menu including Vongole Al Forno or Risotto Di Gamberi Aragosta.

Haven Tampa, 2208 W. Morrison Ave., Tampa

Sign up for a culinary adventure ($125 per person) with a five-course tasting menu featuring “An Homage to Butter.” You can also add on corresponding wine pairings for $60.

Allelo St. Pete, 300 Beach Dr. NE #128, St. Petersburg

Enjoy a four-course meal ($120 per person) and views of the custom flamingo mural over the bar. Plus, you can add on treats like a flower arrangement or bottle of Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label.

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Make sure to take a peek at Allelo’s pink flock.

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Photo by @allelostpete

Cassis, 170 Beach Dr. NE, St. Petersburg

Head to downtown St. Pete for heirloom tomato tartar, lobster butternut squash risotto, tableside Chateaubriand for two, and other specials — paired with people watching of course.

Boulon Brasserie, 1001 Water St., Tampa

The upscale French eatery is serving a “From Paris With Love” themed meal sure to transport you to the City of Love. Highlights include beef Wellington, pan-seared jumbo shrimp and andouille, and honey-ginger panna cotta.
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Events
Monday, Feb. 5
  • Heart of Hanna: Valentine’s Card Workshop | Monday, Feb. 5 | 10-11 a.m. | City Center at Hanna Avenue, 2555 E. Hanna Ave., Tampa | Free with registration | Michelle Sawyer, a local painter, muralist, curator, and educator, leads you in making your own festive cards — make sure to preregister.
Tuesday, Feb. 6
  • “Mr. Jimmy from Around the Way” | Tuesday, Feb. 6 | 6:30-8 p.m. | Oxford Exchange, 420 W. Kennedy Blvd., Tampa | $5-$25 | Jeffrey Blount, a former “Meet The Press,” “The Today Show,” and “NBC Nightly News” director, discusses his latest novel.
Wednesday, Feb. 7
  • Couples Cocktail Masterclass | Wednesday, Feb. 7 | 6-8 p.m. | American Social Bar and Kitchen, 601 S. Harbour Island Blvd., Tampa | $75+ | Learn the art of making a classic mojito, old fashioned, and espresso martini with your boo.
  • An Evening in Celebration of Frederick Douglass | Wednesday, Feb. 7 | 6:30 p.m. | Tampa Theatre, 711 N. Franklin St., Tampa | Free | Learn about the abolitionist’s work and listen to his writings with a series of talks and performances.
  • Adult Intro to Irish Dance for St. Patrick’s Day | Wednesday, Feb. 7-Wednesday, March 27 | Times vary | The MAR St. Pete, 2309 Central Ave., St. Petersburg | $10-$20 | Prep for St. Paddy’s with this ceili dancing class, then show off your moves to impress your pals when the holiday arrives.
Thursday, Feb. 8
  • Florida State Fair | Thursday, Feb. 8-Monday, Feb. 19 | 11 a.m.-9 p.m. | Florida State Fair, 4800 US Hwy. 301 N., Tampa | $6-$16 | The annual event is back, featuring fair eats + drinks galore, animal shows, rides, games, and a host of other family-friendly fun.
  • Tower of Power | Thursday, Feb. 8 | 8 p.m. | Ruth Eckerd Hall, 1111 McMullen-Booth Rd., Clearwater | $49+ | Together since the late 1960s, let the band’s horn-led soul tunes move you.
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Travel

Here’s your invite to a slice of paradise
Two people kayaking on the water while vacationing in Mount Pleasant, SC.
Plan your next getaway and “Make The Most of the Coast” in Mount Pleasant, SC. | Photo provided by Town of Mount Pleasant
It’s time to start planning your next vacay. Escape to the warmth of Mount Pleasant, SC for fresh air, sunshine, coastal views, and delicious food.

Nestled on the Charleston Harbor, Mount Pleasant is the largest coastal town in SC and the perfect destination for:
  • Outdoor activities
  • Picnics under sunsets
  • Kayaking and paddle boarding
  • Trying delicious Southern cuisine
  • And more
Plus, you don’t have to leave your pup at home — it’s a pet-friendly destination and a certified “Better City for Pets.”
Start planning your coastal getaway
News Notes
Shop
  • Meet Bay Club. The Sunshine City’s latest boutique (4401 Fourth St. N.) stocks dresses, denim, accessories, and other Florida-living geared pieces. Owner Rachel Rawles said she stocks brands that are harder to find in the Tampa Bay area. (St. Pete Rising)
Development
  • USF is on the hunt for a new construction firm to complete the on-campus stadium project after parting ways with Barton Malow. Applicants must attend a pre-submittal meeting on Wednesday, Feb. 14 + bids are due on Wednesday, March 6. (Tampa Bay Business Journal)
Announced
  • Welcome to “Suntan City.” Luke Bryan is playing MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre on Saturday, Sept. 14 with George Birge, Dillon Carmichael, Larry Fleet, and DJ Rock. Buy tickets in the presale Thursday, Feb. 8 starting at 10 a.m. with the code ENERGY or enter the general sale Friday, Feb. 9.
Open
  • Culture Shock, a curiosity shop and tattoo studio, just opened in St. Pete at 244 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. St. N. Some of the items for sale include paintings of clowns, tribal spears, Ouija boards, and crosses. The shop also houses three tattoo artists. (St. Pete Rising)
Festival
  • Bring on the birria. The 6th Annual Tampa Taco Fest is booked for Saturday, Feb. 24 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Head to Al Lopez Park (4810 N. Himes Ave.) to try 30+ local taco spots, margaritas, and enjoy live entertainment. (That’s So Tampa)
Plan Ahead
  • The family-friendly experience, Unicorn World, is coming to the Florida State Fairgrounds on March 9 + 10. Bring the kiddos along for life-size animatronic unicorns, face painting stations, arts and crafts, and to roam the enchanted unicorn forest. Buy tickets. (That’s So Tampa)
Film
  • Caps off (get it?) to the Sunscreen Film Festival. The local St. Pete film festival has generated $40 million in economic impact to the area over its lifetime — bringing in TV and movie filming efforts, plus tourism. This year’s festival is booked for April 25-28. (I Love the Burg)
Edu
  • Interested in human behavior? Southeastern University’s Psychology program gives students the tools they need to deepen their knowledge of the human brain and to understand how to counsel others. Bonus: For greater flexibility, SEU offers four degree options, including campus-based learning, online, and more. See career possibilities + apply.*
Finance
  • If you’ve been dreaming of a “one-card wallet,” it’s time to wake up and get your hands on this credit card. Not only does it offer 0% APR into 2025, but cardholders can also earn up to 5% cash back — with no annual fee to boot.*
 
Culture

🎵 The soundtrack to your 2024

Meet the Lawnie Pass: your passport to MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre
A crowd watches on at the MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre. Lana del Rey is playing soon and the sky is dark.
The MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre is a great spot for a show. | Photo by TBAYtoday
Picture this: You’re jamming out to some folksy tunes from your favorite artist on a wide lawn, surrounded by tons of other hyped fans, beneath the tones of a cotton-candy colored Tampa sunset.

That could be your 2024 reality with a Lawnie Pass to MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre. The $239 all-in pass gets you into the venue’s lawn section, with venue entry using Fast Lane, no additional cost parking, and a personalized credential for entry.

The passes go on sale Wednesday, Feb. 7 at 1 p.m.

Here’s a peek at this year’s lineup at MidFlorida:
  • Chris Stapleton, Friday, May 10
  • Hozier, Saturday, May 11
  • Tyler Childers, Wednesday, June 5
  • Red Hot Chili Peppers, Friday, June 21
  • The Doobie Brothers, Thursday, July 11
  • Janet Jackson, Tuesday, July 16
  • Third Eye Blind, Thursday, July 25
  • Chicago and Earth Wind & Fire, Friday, Aug. 16
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These cowgirl boot stir sticks from Coco Cadeaux’s collection. They’re festive, pink, and perfect for your Galentine’s Day celebration (bonus: they’re also BPA free).
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The Wrap
 
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Today’s edition by:
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From the editor
While we’re talkin’ Valentine’s, Fairgrounds St. Pete is hosting a variety of love month events from Sweetheart Portraits to Cookies and Card Boxes. Take a peek.
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