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A hand holds up a yellow and blue "Beach Blonde Ale" can from 3 Daughters Brewing up in front of a blue sky with palm trees.
Culture
Local libations: A round of Tampa Bay-centric craft beers
A turn of phrase here, a recognizable Tampa Bay nod there — these craft beers found around the Big Guava take local pride seriously.
July 25, 2024 02:45 PM
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Monica Garske
The pink-colored Don CeSar hotel sits in front of the beach. The Gulf of Mexico is bright blue in the background, and two pools are by the hotel surrounded by cabanas and deckchairs. The sun is shining, casting shadows toward the west, showing it is a beautiful sunny morning.
Food
Sip and dip at these Tampa Bay area pool bars
These TBAY spots are refreshing in more than one way.
July 22, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
A bartender pours a frothy cocktail into a glass from a shaker.
Food
Toast of the town: Drink Up Week has arrived
This week — Monday, July 22-Friday, July 26, 2024 — we’re shining a spotlight on the vibrant drink scene in Tampa Bay.
July 19, 2024
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Monica Garske
A family prepares ingredients during a cooking class, including parents and children. An instructor looks on from the other side of the table as metallic bowls cover the surface with brightly colored ingredients. Signage lines the back wall with "AJ's Kitchen Drawer" written.
Food
Up your culinary game at these Tampa Bay area cooking classes
Learn to make European classics, tasty treats, and cheesy delights across TBAY.
July 16, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
The downtown Tampa skyline from Hyde Park. The sky is blue and high rises are in the distance.
Travel and Outdoors
Tampa ranked among country’s best cities for recreation
The list was compiled using metrics like weather, facilities, and costs.
July 15, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
A beer sits on a ledge at Armature Works. The Hillsborough River sits behind the glass, and Tampa's skyline is visible in the background. People are by the river, and the sky barely has a cloud in it.
Food
Raise a glass — Drink Up Week is coming
We’ve got details and a map full of drink deals: We’ll be highlighting the vibrant beverage scene across Tampa Bay, FL from July 22 to July 26, 2024.
July 12, 2024
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Monica Garske
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Wedding venues in Tampa Bay
Check out this list of local spots to host your special event.
July 10, 2024
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Bailey Lefever
Baker Mayfield throws a football in front of a huge Bucs flag. He's wearing a Bucs helmet, orange top, and is throwing to our left off-screen.
Play
Your guide to sports in Tampa Bay
From the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to the Tampa Tarpons, we’re sharing all the details of TBAY’s sports teams.
July 8, 2024
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Staff
Tampa skyline at night
Tourism and Hospitality
Cities most like Tampa, according to AI
We asked ChatGPT which travel destinations are most similar to the Cigar City. See what the artificial intelligence program said.
July 5, 2024
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Staff
The flotilla at Gasparilla. There are hundreds of boats behind the pirate ship, all riding toward the City of Tampa during the annual event. There is smoke emerging from the pirate ship.
City
What happened during the first half of 2024 in Tampa Bay?
We’re officially halfway through the year. It’s time to look back.
July 2, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
Someone launches from a platform at a Red Bull Flugtag event. Their blue craft is tilting toward the water from a height, with a team behind them who seemingly just pushed them off the ledge. A crowd watches along the waterfront as the sun shines down.
Events
Spread your wings: Red Bull Flugtag returns to Tampa Bay
The event is returning to our area for the first time since 2011.
June 24, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
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Chefs prepare for Epic Chef behind a counter laden with fresh produce. The chefs are wearing white uniforms, and wiring surrounds the area in the shiny Epicurean Theatre — a kitchen fit for shows and productions. Counters are a mix of white, silver, and grey, and ingredients line the wall in clear containers.
Nonprofits
A cooking contest with a purpose: Feeding Tampa Bay’s Epic Chef
The three-week event celebrates local culinary excellence, and offers a chance to reflect on those less fortunate.
July 24, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
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Where to find lunch for $10 or less
Ready for your lunch break? Check out these 15 lunches, from Cuban sammies to broiled burgers.
July 23, 2024
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Staff
A foamy iced tea sits in front of a window with curtains, the light streaming in.
Food
3 Tampa Bay tea spots
From matcha workshops to history high teas, we’ve got our tea lovers covered.
July 23, 2024
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Bailey Lefever
Members of Tampa's Green Team stand in a line facing the camera. They are holding gardening tools, dressed in green tshirts, and wearing hats as the sun shines down. Someone near the middle is holding a tree with a mulch bag on the ground, implying it will be planted.
Travel and Outdoors
Tampa’s Green Team is looking for new members
Help create a brighter future with the city-run program.
July 22, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
Two pictures of the same Ybor City building, one in black and white, and one in color, sit side by side.
Arts
Take a peek at “Photo Ybor: Then and Now”
The Florida Museum of Photographic Arts’ new exhibit juxtaposes iconic Tampa photographs with shots of the same locations today.
July 19, 2024
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Bailey Lefever
A rendering of the Rays new proposed stadium, showing fans inside a ballpark.
Development
St. Petersburg City Council approves Historic Gas Plant District redevelopment plans
The $6.5 billion plans include a new ballpark for the Tampa Bay Rays.
July 18, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
A vintage-looking photo of Bucs quarterback Baker Mayfield wearing an orange creamsicle football uniform. His retro glasses have orange lenses, and he's wearing an old-school headband. There is a boombox next to the bench he's sat on, he's looking at the camera with a serious expression, and the background is a plain red sheet.
Sports
Load the cannons: The Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ 2024 season is on the horizon
The Bucs have announced several special events for the upcoming campaign, including the return of their creamsicle jerseys.
July 18, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
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16 interesting facts about Tampa Bay
How well do you know Tampa Bay, FL? We’re bringing you some fun facts about the city and its history. If you’re a trivia master (or local enthusiast), give this a try.
July 18, 2024
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Staff
Bayshore Boulevard has clouds above it. The water is blue and we are looking south along the sidewalk.
Weather
Taking a peek at Tampa’s new heat resilience playbook
The guide will help the city protect residents from increasing high temperatures.
July 17, 2024
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Bailey Lefever
Drone shot of Tampa skyline at dusk.
Travel and Outdoors
Here’s what cities our readers think are most similar to Tampa
While these aren’t officially Tampa’s sister cities, you seem to see a bond with our home.
July 17, 2024
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Bailey Lefever