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A Culinary Journey at Sandra’s German Restaurant on St. Pete Beach

PERMANENTLY CLOSED Whether you’re craving bratwursts or golasch, Sandra’s German Restaurant on St. Pete Beach is the place to get your comfort food cravings satisfied. Germans have been guzzling beer for long enough to know what soaks it up best: Wiener Schnitzel, pretzels, bratwursts and other comfort foods, all of which are divine at Sandra’s. […]

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Yaki-mono Japanese Kitchen: Alluring & Vibrant Fare with Flair

Lunchbox option E. The lunchboxes are served 11:00AM- 3:00PM

St. Pete Beach is loaded with just about every type of cuisine that you can imagine: Mexican, Mediterranean, Italian, Thai, standard American and so on. Whatever you’re craving, you’re likely to find it. This includes one of my new favorites in that part of town – Yaki-mono, a Japanese Kitchen. It’s nestled just off of […]

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New Chef and New Menu Takes Sea Salt to New Heights

Diver Scallops

Sea Salt St. Pete’s New Chef Margaret LaVetty’s Enthusiasm Shines in Her Personality and the Food If you’re unfamiliar with Sea Salt, the restaurant is the baby of Chef Fabrizio Aielli and his wife, Ingrid Aielli. Opening in 2015 in the Sundial shopping complex in downtown St. Pete, it is a fine-dining restaurant, featuring an […]

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Rumba Island Grill & Bar Will Have Your Tastes Buds Dancin’

Oysters-Shrimp-Mussels

Rumba Island Grill & Bar has been a staple in Clearwater and Pinellas County for decades. A few years ago, rumors started swirling that Baystar Restaurant Group was opening another Rumba location on 4th Street in the former Wing House location. It was uncertain if the restaurant would ever open, as it took three years […]

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The Wine House: Your New Gulfport Go-To for Wine & Barbecue

Wine table upon entering the establishment

The Wine House, located on Gulfport’s most popular street, Beach Blvd, is serving up incredible barbecue and a slew of wonderful wines. The wine and smoke house opened back in early April and the community welcomed the new establishment with open arms. The location, former home of Backfin Blue, boasts a large selection of wine […]

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A Tidal Wave of Flavors & Fun at Kahuna’s Bar and Grill

Grouper Sandwich with Zucchini Fries

Kahuna’s is a local’s gem located on Gandy Blvd. across from the infamous Greyhound Dog Track. From the average passerby’s eye, it may seem like a divey bar not worth popping in to, even despite the daily full parking lot. I live just around the corner from Kahuna’s and have been a few times. The […]

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Hookin’ Ain’t Easy Is Making Waves in the Seafood Scene in St. Pete

Hookin’ Ain’t Easy definitely deserves your attention while they’re making spectacular waves in the seafood scene in St. Pete. The cafe is the perfect spot for a laid back and delightful seafood meal while soaking up the sun and live music. Or, visit their market for an array of fresh seafood from grouper, shrimp, octopus, […]

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The Pearl Restaurant: Gulfport’s Destination for Distinctive & Sophisticated Mediterranean

The lobster bites were a delicious way to start our dinner

For many years, The Pearl Restaurant’s fine dining establishment operated out of Treasure Island. The restaurant earned a wonderful reputation and became a favorite to many local diners. In the fall of 2022, The Pearl moved into a cozy new home close to the heart, in quaint, but growing Gulfport, FL. The Pearl, which specializes […]

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Calida’s Recipe for Success has more than one Secret Ingredient

Calida Chow Noodles - long noodle, market vegetable, fresh ginger & garlic, tamari, sesame oil, chili flake

Secret Ingredients: The couple that runs it is not only adorable, but also extremely skilled Hole in the Wall Eccentricity Lustfully Eclectic Menu A few weeks ago we had a spectacular dinner at the new Calida Kitchen & Wine. I can’t say enough about it. I thought about the meal for several days after. So […]

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Breakfast, Brunch, and Lunch is Covered at Buttermilk Eatery

The Spread

Buttermilk Eatery is one of the latest restaurants to enter the North St. Pete scene. Living in North St. Pete, every time I notice a new restaurant coming to the neighborhood I get very excited. That was no different when I heard about Buttermilk Eatery. Being a breakfast lover, I was even more excited. Serving […]

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Bin 6 South, Wine Cellar and Intimate Eatery in St. Petersburg, FL

Bin 6 South Salmon Mi Cuit

If you’re looking for an astonishing experience, head to this quaint house cellar and restaurant, Bin 6 South. It’s a relaxing establishment in downtown St. Pete and just a few blocks off Central Avenue. Though the atmosphere is casual, the food menu and wine options are truly extraordinary. I was blown away by the attention […]

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Yummy Thai – North St. Pete’s Spot for Tasty & Tempting Thai Favorites

The Pad Thai with chicken

Tucked away in the midst of the bustling Gateway Plaza off of Roosevelt Blvd is Yummy Thai – a laid back eatery featuring none other than Thai cuisine. No fuss, no frills, just really delicious food. From Tom Yum soup and Panang curry, to Pad Thai and House Fried Rice and everything in between, Yummy […]

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Serbian Mediteran Restaurant: a Traditional Serbian and Balkan Style Food Experience

Raznjici and Karadordea Snicla (Karageorge's Schnitzel)

The dining on 4th St. N. is nothing to sleep on. Sure, there are plenty of hip new spots opening in other areas throughout St. Pete, but let’s not forget to shed light on the under the radar gems that have been under our nose, are ultra consistent and have been loved by people for […]

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Oaks on 4th Makes an Outstanding First Impression

Raw_Oysters

You may have blinked and missed the transition between the former Quickies BBQ and its replacement, Oaks on 4th. I feel like I remember one day hearing Oaks on 4th was coming and the next day it was open. Opening in early December by the owners of Bascom’s and former sous chef of Café Ponte, […]

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Williams Sub Shop: For All Your Sandwich Cravings Open Since 1958

Williams Sub Shop Order

On your lunch break? Need a quick bite to eat? The next time the craving strikes, plan a visit to Williams Sub Shop to indulge in some of the best sandwiches and salads in St. Petersburg. Williams Sub Shop has been serving iconic sandwiches since 1958 and if you’ve never been, you must go. Ask […]

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