Miles of white sand beaches, crystal blue ocean waters, lush, tropical vegetation... You're daydreaming about vacationing off on a tropical island like Jamaica, but you can't quite make there this weekend. So what are you supposed to do? Downtown Tampa’s Jerk Hut, best known for its mouth-watering Caribbean cuisine and completely chill atmosphere, is hosting a launch … [Read more...]
Tampa Bay Restaurant Week Is Back with 70 Participating Restaurants
When you hear the word foodie, do you instantly think of yourself? If you said yes, have a large appetite and wouldn’t mind tasting some of the best cuisine around Tampa Bay, then find your loosest pair of jeans and head out to the 11-day Tampa Bay Restaurant Week event from June 11th - 21st. About Restaurant Week For the past eight years, Creative Loafing has partnered … [Read more...]
Where to Celebrate National Donut Day in Tampa
It's one of the most craved, delicious desserts out there... the donut. From sweet and savory glazes to ooey gooey jelly fillings, each donut is unique in it's own way. Whether you want the go-to original glazed, or step outside the box get something you've never tried before, there's no better day to stop into one, or a few, of the best places to get your donut fix in … [Read more...]
The Best Places to Watch the Lightning Playoffs
Whether you’re the world’s biggest sports fan or don’t know the difference between a touchdown and a homerun, you’ve probably heard that the Tampa Bay Lightning is on their way to try and claim the Stanley Cup in the Eastern Conference Finals. And whether you enjoy sports outings or not, there’s no better way to have a good time then hang out with great people, eat delicious … [Read more...]
Perfect First Date Hot Spots in Tampa
Ah, first dates. Sometimes they can get a little tricky and awkward, especially if you're unsure of where to go or what to do, but in Tampa, there is no shortage of ideas. Break through the stereotypical dinner-and-a-movie mold and wow your date with some of these activities that will impress him or her so much, you just might get a second. Here's a list of some … [Read more...]