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Honoring Racing Legend Dan Wheldon

Honoring Racing Legend Dan Wheldon The Lionheart Movie Debuts on HBO and MAX It was a great way to kick off the INDYCAR Series season in...

THE NEW STARS IN THE TAMPA BAY DINING SCENE

For too long Tampa Bay’s culinary community has been on the lookout, waiting for stars to fall their way. Not just any stars, but...

METRO Style: A Colorful Look At The 2023 Spring Fashion Trends

Like a splash across the sky, Spring 2023 arrives on the runway with colors that are painted by an artistic hand. Wild brush strokes...

Meat Market Tampa Offers Takeout and Delivery

During the Safer At Home order in Tampa, there is no reason to not to eat well, while supporting local restaurants. Meat Market Tampa...

METROLife Sponsored Event: Morgan Auto Group Charity Polo Classic

Morgan Auto Group Charity Polo Classic When: February 25, 2023 Where: DI Polo The 11th annual Morgan Auto Group Charity Polo Classic presented by SFLAA and OLAA...

8 Great Summer Scoops

8 Great Summer Scoops By Ronda M. Parag It’s the quintessential food of summer — that sugary, sweet taste of ice cream, or a cool burst of a flavored...

METRO Foodie: Tampa Bay Wine and Food Festival Returns

Tampa Bay Wine and Food Festival April 9-13 A highly anticipated spring celebration of culinary delights will make its mark in the Tampa Bay area. The...

The Vision Council is Watching Out for Tampa

Being in the Florida sun can be down right exhausting. There are a few precautions that may go unnoticed even if you feel accustomed to...

Best 8 Bourbon & Whiskey Bars in Tampa Bay

photo: Whiskey Cake The brown spirits of bourbon and whiskey are enjoying a re-birth of sorts with restaurants and mixologists creating places, events and cocktails...

HOT PROPERTY: The Ritz-Carlton Residences Tampa

Artful High Design Comes to Bayshore Boulevard in Tampa By Ronda M. Parag Set to break ground later this year, Ritz-Carlton Residences, Tampa will feature 89...

BEST OF METRO: The Best Restaurants and Bars in Tampa Bay

The Best Restaurants and Bars in Tampa Bay Salt Shack On The Bay Best Bar with Sunset Views Tucked in a parcel of paradise on Old Tampa...

METRO PEOPLE: HOBIE LONG ON ACHIEVING HOLISTIC WELLNESS

Hobie Long has made it a life project to teach others the importance and benefits of working on all aspects of health (Holistic Wellness). Finding...

Spectra Wellness Informs and Inspires During COVID-19

Dr. Lisa Koche with Spectra Wellness Solutions has created an informative way to connect with the Tampa Bay community, and beyond, with an informational...

Discover California’s Sonoma County

Wine Tours, Farm-to-Table Dinners and Northern California Fun By Ronda M. Parag On a recent trip to tour unique destinations in Sonoma, California, I was reminded that...

INSPIRING WOMEN IN BUSINESS

Inspiring Women in Business Profiles of Incredible Business Women in Tampa Bay

The Junior League of Tampa’s Annual Holiday Gift Market

The Junior League of Tampa's Annual Holiday Gift Market Goes Hollywood The Junior League of Tampa Holiday Gift Market is going Hollywood this year! The theme...

METROStyle: Cool Looks for Summer

Stay chill and fresh from the top of your head to the soles of your feet. With pops of pink, METRO has some must-haves...

Hot Property: Stunning Beach Park Mediterranean Estate

It might be the perfect home for a growing family. The five bedrooms, four full and one half baths, 4,855 square foot home is...

Sip & Savor at The Vinoy Renaissance in St. Petersburg

Photos: Marriott Hotels & Resorts It is the ideal place to relax and enjoy with friends the peace and tranquility of the historic hotel in...

Tampa Streets Make Room For Outdoor Eats

Expanding restaurant dining capacity to city streets and curbs will give area restaurants a fighting chance. As some retail and restaurants begin to reopen,...

HOT PROPERTY: Waterfront Modern Luxury

Pre-Construction Waterfront Modern Luxury In South Tampa By Ronda M. Parag There is limited waterfront available in South Tampa, and we’ve all heard in real estate, the words...

Top 5 Lounging Looks from Deborah Kent’s

While we are all on pause from the daily grind, there is no reason to let your fashion sense go. For nearly 40 years,...

Museum of the American Arts & Crafts Movement in Downtown St. Pete

Museum of the American Arts & Crafts Movement Now Open in Downtown St. Pete St. Petersburg is a destination for the arts, and the latest museum...

Where Fresh Air Meets Fresh Opportunities

Park City, Utah | By Patricia A. Vorbrich When the Florida heat and humidity become too much for our residents, a mountain getaway to cooler...

Boots, Belts and Bags

METRO Style Trends 2021 Boots, Belts and Bags It’s fall, and the look this season is casual and comfortable. A flat pair of boots and an...

Chef Pierola Opens Pop Up Pick Up at Counter Culture

Once again, Chef Jeannie Pierola adapts and changes with the current market conditions of the COVID-19 crisis. Starting today fans of Chef Pierola, and...

METRO GETAWAY: Hammock Beach Resort

Unspoiled Haven By Patricia A. Vorbrich With two championship golf courses, a 6.5 acre multi-level pool complex, a 10,000 square foot spa, and coquina-laden beaches just...

READ TAMPA BAY METRO MAGAZINE ONLINE

Tampa Bay METRO Magazine Digital Edition: Vol. 23 | No.2 Read and share this digital edition of Tampa Bay METRO magazine. Enjoy it on a...

Sip on Sangria at Home with Recipe from Ceviche

’Tis the season for gathering with friends and family. It is the perfect time to start new traditions. Over twenty years ago, Ceviche dedicated...

Spring Style Trends in Tampa Bay

METRO Spots Some Stylish Local Trends for Spring Fashion is easy going this spring with new trends including maxi dresses, mini skirts, stripes, chromatic coloring,...

HOME TOUR: CONTEMPORARY CUSTOM DAVIS ISLANDS WATERFRONT ESTATE

METROHome Home Tour Contemporary Custom Davis Islands Waterfront Estate Step inside the recently completed custom home on Davis Islands, and you will feel an immediate sense of peace...

HOME TOUR: Elegance abounds on a grand scale throughout this Tampa estate.

The Cornerstone Of Luxury And Privacy By Ronda M. Parag This exquisite mansion is truly the only one of its kind in Florida. It was designed and...

Festive Cocktails to Shake Up The Season

Holiday Thyme with Tito's Handmade Vodka No matter how you spend the holiday season, there’s no better way to keep spirits bright than a festive...

Local Tampa Bay Area Dentist Gives Back in Haiti

Dr. Ron O’Neal, a board Member of Village Partners International, along with fellow medical professionals, travel each year to a remote area in Mombin-Crochu,...

DeBartolo Family Gives $7.65 Million To Tampa General Hospital

In the midst of an healthcare and economic crisis, Eddie and Candy DeBartolo have generously donated $7.65M to Tampa General Hospital in the last...

Foodie: Delicious, Decadent & Divine

Discover Driftlight at the JW Marriott Tampa Tampa Bay locals, as well as hotel guests, will be delighted with a new steakhouse in downtown Tampa...

Ian Schrager — “A New Take on Luxury” @ The Residences at The Tampa...

Meet Ian Schrager Creative Director, The Residences at The Tampa EDITION By Ronda M. Parag METRO had an exclusive opportunity to video chat with the legendary Ian Schrager, Creative...

METROLife People: In Search of the Perfect Sound…

Meet Mike Ingold Ingold Audio Design Co. Mike Ingold’s love of music, woodworking and fabrication have finally all come together in a new business venture with...

METROHome Tour: A Coveted Mid-Century Modern

By Mary Lou Janson | Photography by Garrett Brown Photo/Video Classic architecture, contemporary design and an oversized waterfront lot create a look, lifestyle and level of luxury...

METRO Weekender: Paradise Unobstructed

Opal Sands Resort on Clearwater Beach The views have changed over the years on Clearwater Beach, with many of the smaller mom and pop hotels...

METRO family: What about my picky eater?

“I don’t like that?” “I don’t want to eat that.” For parents and caregivers, the struggle of dealing with a picky eater is real. If...

Easy, Delicious and Delivered by Puff ’n Stuff

It’s easier than ever to have a tasty meal for your family. Family Meal Delivery is now available from Puff ’n Stuff. They are...

BEST OF METRO: The Best Of Style & Décor In Tampa Bay

Best of Style and Décor In Tampa Bay Deborah Kent’s Best Boutique Filled with European Fashions A milestone was reached as Deborah Kent’s celebrated 43 years...

THE ANNUAL BEST OF METRO TAMPA BAY LISTS

We know what others from around the country and across the state already know — Tampa Bay is a tremendous place to live, work...

HOME+DESIGN: Celebrate The Florida Lifestyle

Designing A Waterfront Home Which Celebrates The Florida Lifestyle Potthast Design approaches each project with the client at the center. From the initial engagement, and throughout...

METRO GETAWAYS: Island Adventure Awaits with Tropical Breezes and Desert Beauty in Aruba

Getaway to Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino By Ronda M. Parag Aruba is known as “One Happy Island” and on a recent trip to experience...

FOODIE: Sunda New Asian

Sunda New Asian Bringing The Flavors Of Southeast Asia To Tampa Bay Sunda New Asian brings all the flavors of Asia home as one of the...

Mad Hatter Tea Party

Join the Mad Hatter, Dormouse and the March Hare for an immersive Wonderland experience for an adult-style Gin Tea Party. It’s a fun and interactive...

Adding Color and Beauty To The World Thru Art

Meet Artist Britt Ford Influenced by the colorful hues of her mother and grandmother, who decorated their homes in bright colors of pinks, greens, blues...

HOME TOUR | Textures Tower Over Downtown St. Petersburg

Blending Old World charm with modern design to create a polished and welcoming living space requires both bold choices and subtle nuances. Rob Bowen, principal...

METROHome Tour: Modern, Eclectic, Elegance With A View

By Mary Lou Janson | Photography by Greg Dean, Owner/Photographer, Real Pro Media LLC Spectacular views of the downtown Tampa waterfront and cityscape from the...

Home Tour: Majestic Country Lakefront Estate

Lakefront, Country Estate Combines Elegance and Ease for an Ideal Lifestyle By Mary Lou Janson | Photography: www.uneekimage.com The Oaks Estate is a majestic, multi-faceted manor that...

METRO’s Guide To The Tampa Bay Arts & Entertainment 2023 Season

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Stellar Musical, Theatrical and Comical Performances Coming This Season To The Bay Award-winning productions, scores and performers, comedies to dramas, musical theater to...

METRO Foodie: Boulon Brasserie in Downtown Tampa

Simply Elevated Dining Boulon Brasserie In the heart of the Water Street neighborhood in downtown Tampa, Boulon Brasserie and its Boulon Bakery welcome guests morning, noon...

FOODIE: A Taste of Old Italy in Tampa Heights District

Rocca Tampa Nestled in the lively Tampa Heights district, we found a bit of the Old World. Handmade pastas and family recipes are a short...

Dalí Drawings on Display in St. Pete

Where Ideas Come From: Dalí’s Drawings Through October 22, 2023 When the temperatures around Tampa Bay heat up, head inside to cool off in downtown...

Melting Pot Social — A Tampa hot spot for meeting up with friends

Melting Pot Social (MeltSO) Keep on Dipping in Downtown Tampa Known by the nickname of MeltSo to locals since opening in May 2023 in downtown Tampa,...

METRO GETAWAY: MSC MERAVIGLIA — A SHIP FOR ALL SEASONS

A Ship For all Seasons. Cruising New England and Canada Aboard MSC Meraviglia. By Ronda M. Parag It’s a great way to explore Canada and New...

Alter Ego: Music Focused Cocktail Lounge

Alter Ego A music-forward cocktail lounge, offering an energetic vibe and proper, soulful hospitality Water Street Tampa’s swank restaurant and bar scene is excited to usher...

TAMPA BAY METRO’S COMPREHENSIVE 2024 PRIVATE SCHOOL LIST

TAMPA BAY METRO’S 2024 PRIVATE SCHOOL LIST The #1 family guide for discovering and comparing private schools in the Tampa Bay area. Academy at the Lakes Address:...