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Let us introduce you to a surprising, tasty trend taking over fridges and Publix grocery carts across Tampa Bay: Rotisserie chickens are more popular than ever, according to Google Trends.
No judgment if you want to house one straight from the bag with your hands, but we’re using the surge in interest as an opportunity to highlight some of the best local spots to scratch that scrumptious itch:
Cousin Vinny’s Sandwich Shop has an entire section of its menu dedicated to chicken cutlets — we’re fans of the That Louie, made with pesto aioli, roasted red peppers, and mozzarella.
For wings, don’t sleep on James Joyce Irish Pub, a true hidden foodie gem in the heart of Ybor City.
Elevate your picturesque brunch on St. Pete’s Beach Drive with the Chicken and Waffle-wich at Stillwaters Tavern. You’re welcome.
Asked
Asked
Do you disassemble your rotisserie chicken immediately, or eat it off the bones all week?
A. Yes, as soon as I get home from the grocery
B. I wait a day or two
C. No, I throw it out once the meat’s gone
D. Huh?
Easter Grand Buffet at The Terrace Grille | 10 a.m.-6 p.m. | Terrace Grille Lakeland | $45+ | Celebrate Easter with a festive buffet at The Terrace Grille featuring an abundant spread of coastal favorites, seasonal classics, and decadent desserts, plus a visit from the Easter Bunny.*
Skansa is expected to come back with a cost estimate for the new Rays’ stadium project in the next week-ish. In the meantime, where does the state stand on the project? We’d never leave you stranded on third.
Eat
La Central Fire Grilled Tacos recently started slinging street food in Seminole Heights. The eatery stuffs street tacos with charcoal-grills tenderloin, pineapple, and tons more delights. (That’s So Tampa)
Try This
The Florida Strawberry Festival is back, and so are the weird fair eats. Bailey, for one, will not be sampling the Penne Pickle Pasta, but she plans to sink into plenty of Strawberry-forward eats like the Strawberry Decker. Take a look at the full lineup. (Tampa Bay 28)
On This Day
March second’s the date, hip hip hooray: Dr. Seuss was born on this day. To the Tampa Public Library, don’t wait up. For fun times reading, you can fill your cup. A child’s first book, a joyful start — a love of reading, straight from the heart.
Gallery
Voting is open for the European Tree of the Year award, the annual contest that honors the continent’s most lovable tree. The contestants span 12 countries and boast centuries of history within their sprawling branches. Speaking of history, we took a look at the story of Coffee Pot Bayou’s pink Tabebuia tree — which is currently blooming.
These best-selling doormats are your key to a spring home refresh, designed to be beautiful and functional (including being stain-resistant — no more sad, muddy rugs greeting your guests at the front door). Shop our favorites like the popular natural chevron Innerweave.*
Job
When you’ve got key roles to fill, skip shouting into the void and let us connect you with top talent. List your open positions with our business promo portal to simplify the search, and watch the applications start rolling in.*
The Buy
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Bailey did, however, cover Spring Training back in 2018.
Photo by TBAYtoday
If my mom could handpick my career, she’d will me into the next Erin Andrews. Since that’s not happening, please enjoy seeing the real legendary Tampa sideline reporter at this Friday, March 6’s She Is Football Career Summit.
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