I’m so happy to write that we now have a late-night izakaya with no frills sushi and Japanese small plates in Tampa! The owners of the much-loved Izakaya Tori in South Tampa have opened Tori Bar in Hyde Park.

I was so excited to learn that Noble Rice was reopening its doors in the Channelside area, and patiently waited for the initial buzz to subside before we made our reservations to check out the new space and refreshed, modern Japanese menu.

If you haven’t stopped by Sparkman Wharf recently, let the newly opened Dang Dude be your reason to. This latest concept from Chef Ferrell Alvarez and Proper House Group features delicious takes on Asian street fare.

We’ve all got busy lives and commitments that take precedence in our every days, but sometimes, giving yourself a few hours (or heck, even a full day) of rest and relaxation is a MUST.

Just before the hustle and bustle of the holiday season began, pH and I had the opportunity to spend two nights at Universal Orlando Resort’s newest hotel property, Universal’s Aventura Hotel.

A couple of weeks ago, I road-tripped to the Outer Banks in North Carolina with pH and his family to enjoy some summer fun beach-side. It's all part of a family reunion he's done every year since he was little, and I'm grateful to now be a part of the tradition. 

Ever since my sister and brother-in-law moved to Seminole Heights, they’ve quickly adjusted to the new neighborhood and lifestyle - with so many delicious food spots being in such close proximity, they’ve joined their friends in purchasing a golf cart, and now, Tampa Cart Crewe has come to life, thanks to Custom Ink.

As most of you know, I do (and preach) my very best to live each day with intent - since I both work in the social media realm and maintain this blog and its social presence, it's important for me to be cognizant of the fact that mindfulness should take precedence in this digitally-driven world.

I live for Tampa Bay Fashion Week's runway show - Tampa's fashion scene is one that deserves to be showcased and honored, and I just love seeing all the gorgeous, insanely-creative looks that come down the runway.

For one of our first back-to-dining-out experiences, we had the pleasure of being hosted at Willa’s, a new restaurant in North Hyde Park that I’ve heard and seen nothing but great things about.

While I haven’t tried all of the spots offering quesabirria tacos just yet, I have tried most of them, and can confidently say that Tacos Las Californias offers the best quesabirria tacos you’ll find.

I can’t deny it - one of my favorite times of the year is when bartaco launches a new secret taco. I love getting the opportunity to share the incredibly inventive flavors with you, and trust me when I say, you won’t be disappointed by this new secret taco.