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Food and Restaurants
Tuesday, February 14, 2012
"Happier Hours" are at Bonefish
Posted by Juliette Cassistre on Tue, Feb 14, 2012 at 12:00 PM
Bonefish Grill recently launched their Happier Hours menu, where seven days a week, from 4:00 to 6:30 p.m., patrons may enjoy Bonefish favorites, such as Fish Tacos and Bang Bang Chicken, at a discount. Some of the handcrafted mixed drinks, made with high-end liquor such as Absolut, are only $5, while the remaining selection of mixed drinks is half-priced.
Tuesday, January 24, 2012
Yogurtland opens in St. Petersburg
Posted by Juliette Cassistre on Tue, Jan 24, 2012 at 10:00 AM
Unless you have been living under a rock, you probably have noticed that frozen yogurt shops are popping up all over Tampa Bay. The newest shop to pop up in St. Petersburg is Yogurtland, and is northeast St. Petersburg’s first. It is a self-serve yogurt shop, which is all the rage right now. Yogurtland’s grand opening celebration occurred recently, and drew yogurt fans from all over St. Petersburg.
The frozen yogurt trend is fairly new, and has put a new, retro spin on the frozen yogurt frenzy of the 1980s. Some may consider it the “self-serve yogurt revolution.”
Tuesday, January 10, 2012
Kahwa Coffee Opening in Tampa
Posted by Juliette Cassistre on Tue, Jan 10, 2012 at 7:25 AM
The recently renovated atrium of the Rivergate Tower is a prime location for this local java shop and café. Downtown employees will be able to grab a cup of coffee and French pastry on their way to the office. Or, they can enjoy a freshly made panini, sandwich or salad on their lunch break.
Friday, January 6, 2012
"Green"-frosted Dunkin’ Donuts tips off in St. Pete
Posted by Cristin Cotton on Fri, Jan 6, 2012 at 4:04 PM
Some people take their coffee black, but now Bay area residents can drink it green.
Back in 2008, Dunkin Donuts — the all-day stop for coffee and baked goods — launched its first-ever “Green” café" in the heart of St. Petersburg. That shop scored the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Silver certification in 2010, a benchmark measuring minimal environmental impact in building design.
Now, the franchise takes another shot, opening its second environmentally friendly restaurant on Fourth Street, in the Garden District, near the Old Northeast neighborhood of St. Pete.
So lace up your sneakers and head down for the Jan. 13 grand opening.
Fri., Jan. 13, 1 p.m., 1046th Fourth Street North, St. Pete.
Wednesday, December 7, 2011
Tonight's Top Chef Texas preview: Word to your mother (sauces)
Check out the preview videos from tonight's episode of Top Chef: Texas!
Posted by Katie Machol on Wed, Dec 7, 2011 at 12:30 PM
It looks like some of the lady chefs, namely Heather, are still hating on Beverly this episode. Part of me feels sorry for her, yet the other part is still annoyed by her ability to cry at the drop of a hat — I'm not sure if I can blame her peers. She seems to be able to cook pretty well, so I'm predicting that she lasts for at least a few more episodes. (Crossing my fingers that she can control her emotions a little better.)
Also, we get to see even more bloodshed this episode. This time, it's Ty-lor who has carelessly hacked into one of his digits. And in true Top Chef fashion, the camera shots are quite tight so we get to witness all of the gory action.
P.S.: Check out the latest episode of Last Chance Kitchen to see who's still standing!
Watch the preview videos below and for plenty of snark and a dash of good ol' fashioned sass, listen to the podcast!
Monday, December 5, 2011
Pierola's KitchenBar 4: Dec. 8-31; Reservation line now open!
KB4 will feature local ingredients reflecting "cultural diversity and holiday influences."
Posted by Katie Machol on Mon, Dec 5, 2011 at 10:30 AM
- Kitchenbar
KB4's theme is "Naughty & Nice" and will feature a holiday menu that features local, seasonal ingredients and flavors with, reflecting "cultural diversity and holiday influences."
KB4 will be open Tuesday through Saturday evenings, Thurs., Dec. 8 through Sat., Dec. 31, including Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve. The reservation line just opened this morning at 10 a.m., Mon., Dec. 5, and if it's anything like the last three instances, spots will fill up quickly.
Wednesday, November 30, 2011
Tonight's Top Chef Texas preview: Roadblocks
Check out the preview videos from tonight's episode of Top Chef: Texas!
Posted by Katie Machol on Wed, Nov 30, 2011 at 12:30 PM
For the Elimination, it looks like at least one team has to use the kitchen in their house to cook from. In the preview video below, Emotional Beverly is getting picked on by her female teammates. Though she annoys me to no end, it's hard to watch and does make me feel sorry for her. Though maybe they're doing it to toughen her up so she'll grow some cojones and quit crying at the drop of a hat.
Watch the preview videos below and for plenty of snark and a dash of good ol' fashioned sass, listen to the podcast tomorrow!
P.S.: "Rick Ross" (Keith) still reigns in the Last Chance Kitchen!
Tuesday, November 29, 2011
Fab CL Holiday Auction items for foodies
Chef's dinners, pizza maker for a day, private wine tasting and more.
Posted by Katie Machol on Tue, Nov 29, 2011 at 4:00 PM
All proceeds to benefit The Children's Home, so in essence, you're giving more than one gift when you participate in this auction. Place your bids by 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 14!
Private chef’s dinner for four at The Refinery: You'll be sitting with a kitchenside view as Greg prepares the food, sharing cooking tips and tricks of the trade. The Refinery’s craft beer guru will also be there to present the pairings and answer any questions.
The Sono Café Six-Pack: Brunch for two; cocktail and appetizer combo for two; coffee drink for one; lunch for two; gelato for two; Friday night dinner for two.
Private chef's dinner for four at SideBern's: Executive Chef Chad Johnson, named Best Chef in CL’s Best of the Bay 2011, will create an extraordinary six-course meal with wine pairings chosen by SideBern’s Wine Director & Sommelier William Lucius.
The Ultimate Gastropub Experience at Dale 1891: Chef Jason Dame of Tampa’s newest gastropub, Dale 1891 in Carrollwood, will instruct you on gourmet gastropub cooking and alcohol pairings — and, best of all, you get to taste it in a private dining experience for four.
Oystercatchers Champagne Brunch for four: Oystercatchers’ champagne brunch includes seafood, breakfast and lunch selections, pasta and omelet stations, limitless champagne, mimosas and bloody marys, and a dessert room.
Monday, November 28, 2011
MacDinton's makes its way to Downtown St. Pete this December
Bringing Irish spirit(s), pub fare and revelry to the Jannus Live entertainment complex.
Posted by Katie Machol on Mon, Nov 28, 2011 at 4:00 PM
Scheduled to open in mid-December, the St. Pete MacDinton's will be setting up shop in the Jannus Live entertainment complex — where the ping pong social club, SPiN Galactic, was set to open.
"We'd been searching for another venue for about a year-and-a-half and we needed a large space," says MacDinton’s founding partner Barry O’Connor. "Seeing as Jannus Live is the best live music venue on this side of the Bay, and MacDinton's has a strong commitment to live music, it's the perfect match."
Monday, November 21, 2011
CL Holiday Auction items for craft beer fanatics
Brewer for a day, keg party and more!
Posted by Katie Machol on Mon, Nov 21, 2011 at 4:00 PM
All proceeds to benefit The Children's Home, so in essence, you're giving more than one gift when you participate in this auction. Place your bids by 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 14!
