Development

Culture

• In February, Casa Cami became Tampa’s newest rooftop spot, and Oxford Design’s latest success — we chatted with its designers.
• Minano Ramen opened its doors in March. This one is City Editor Patrick-approved.
• Cocktail lounge Alter Ego + Italian-inspired restaurant Ash both opened in Water Street Tampa in April.
• Rob Gronkowski was at the opening of Greenlane’s second location in May — we got a chance to meet him.

• Wednesdays at Ferg’s | Wednesday, July 3 | 8-9:30 p.m. | Ferg’s Sports Bar & Grill, 1320 Central Ave., St. Petersburg | $8-$12 | Get ready to laugh as some of Florida’s best comedians take the stage at the fabled Rays bar.

• Boom by the Bay | Thursday, July 4 | 4-10 p.m. | Julian B. Lane Riverfront Park, 1001 N. Blvd., Tampa | Free | The City of Tampa is celebrating the Fourth with music, an Apple Pie Throwdown, and fireworks around 9 p.m.
• 2024 Fourth of July Hot Dog Eating Contest | Thursday, July 4 | 6:30-7 p.m. | Armature Works, 1910 N. Ola Ave., Tampa | $29 | The winner of this annual contest will take home a $500 gift card — show up hungry.

• Fun & Furious Friday | Friday, July 5 | 6-10 p.m. | Midtown Tampa, 3659 Midtown Dr., Tampa | Free | Stroll through rows of luxury cars while enjoying live music, games, and food + drink options.
• Drake Bell in Concert | Friday, July 5 | 9-11 p.m. | Coastal Creative, 2201 1st Ave. S., St. Petersburg | $30+ | First finding fame on Nickelodeon’s “Drake & Josh,” Bell brings his musical talents to the Burg.

• Wright’s Gourmet House is changing hands. The popular South Tampa spot was run by the Wright family for 60+ years, and has served up sandwiches, cakes, and soups ever since. Don’t worry — no changes are planned for the menu. We grabbed a signature Golden Gate sandwich + minestrone. (Tampa Bay Times)

• It’s been a busy week, Bolts fans. Defenseman Victor Hedman is staying in TBAY after signing a four-year deal worth an average of $8 million per year. The 33-year-old Swede has been in Tampa Bay since 2009, and was a key figure in the team’s two Stanley Cup victories.

• Hurricane Beryl is disrupting two recent cruise departures out of Port Tampa Bay. Margaritaville at Sea’s “Islander” and Royal Caribbean’s “Grandeur of the Seas” have both rerouted to avoid Mexico’s Yucatán Pensinsula, toward which Beryl is barreling. (Tampa Bay Times)

• St. Pete locals have a new spot to enjoy a drink and some nostalgia. My Rich Uncle is a retro lounge and nightclub, now open at 260 1st Ave. N. Locals can enjoy sophisticated surroundings, decor from decades past, and a range of tantalizing cocktails. (I Love the Burg)

• Outgoing Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman Mikhail Sergachev is selling his South Tampa home after being traded to the Utah Hockey Club. The ~8,800-sqft Beach Park property is listed for $10.9 million, boasting six beds, waterfront access, and a 10-car garage. (Tampa Bay Business Journal)

• Missing the holiday season? Barterhouse Ybor has got you covered. The restaurant, renowned for its American bites and specialty cocktails, is bringing back its “Blitz Inn” Christmas decorations for the month of July. Patrons can soak in lights, gift boxes, and holiday season-inspired cocktails. (That’s So Tampa)

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