Loved the tamarind drink at the Brownwood strawberry festival this past weekend. I'm also a fan of…read morethe baba ghanoush! I'm not sure the name of the business reflects the Mediterranean goodies but if it works for them, then that's great!

The Cheesecake Lab was recently at Winter Haven Hospital. I had never heard of them before nor had…read moreI sampled any of their products. As a volunteer at the hospital, they were stationed right outside of my service area. I saw people lineup immediately and thought they must be good. I was given samples of numerous items and they were delicious. I bought a whole range of sweet and savory items, cheesecakes and dips, along with the pita bread. Everything, and I mean, everything was delicious. My husband has eaten virtually all of our items. In addition, the customer service was awesome! I can't wait for them to come back again.

I was lucky enough to check out The Daily City Pop Up shop at a media preview event as a Yelp Elite…read moremember. I loved the location as it highlighted SODO (South of Downtown) and brought a hipster sorta vibe. Access to the location was super easy and parking was plentiful. You could try for a spot in front of the suite (across from TJ Maxx) or do what I did and park in the Target parking garage. The goal of this pop up shop is to highlight local and small businesses and artisans . There was a little of something for everything: Project Pop and their organic popcorn Cloak and Dapper had clothing and grooming tools for purchase Wondermade marshmallows Rifle Paper Co. (Stationary and cards) Whisk & Bowl (cooking & kitchen tools) J&G Chocolates (yay for samples) Orlando Doesn't Suck t-shirts These are only a handful of the businesses that were represented. Spa Privee was also there providing mini massages. It's definitely a great way to check out all those small businesses you see around town but all in one place. I also noticed they are offering special craft/art workshops(for a fee) throughout the weekend event so definitely worth checking out the schedule. For purchases, you pay at the front table next to the front door. Unfortunately only credit cards are accepted so keep that in mind. Looks like they are bringing out a few food trucks for the weekend event open to the public so it's a great way to incorporate date night with food and shopping! Plus you can get cute photos taken of yourselves playing shuffleboard!

The Daily City Pop Up Shop is cool... possibly a little too cool for me. But if you are in the SoDo…read morearea this week I'd recommend checking it out. The folks from the Daily City have brought together an interesting mix of local businesses in a very hipster-ish format. This is a great chance to check out some smaller businesses you may miss otherwise. I was able to go to the preview night last night with some friends. The shop was easy to find on the corner by the Target and TJ Maxx. There was street parking and also parking in the Target garage. The shop is set up with creative window displays and signs outside to let you know you've found the place. The format of the shop wasn't what I was expecting at all. I was expecting something more like a traditional market with different stalls for each business. There was a variety of businesses represented but the products were displayed like a traditional store with all of the products mixed together, not divided by brand. Since I am a super planner I had looked at the Daily City site before going to the shop and had an idea of the products I was interested in buying. The selection in the shop turned out to be pretty small and there weren't salespeople, so I ended up not buying anything. I specifically wanted to pick up an "Orlando Doesn't Suck" shirt. I completely missed the shirts on my first pass through the store until someone pointed out a small selection of them in the bottom drawer of a dresser. It was a pretty display, but not very functional. I honestly didn't want to mess up the display, so I ended up skipping the shirt (maybe I'll go back later in the week and get one once somebody else has messed up the nice folding). There were a ton of great products, fancy marshmallows, cool clothes, flower headbands, stationary, etc. And if you don't feel like shopping, there's shuffleboard. It's a fun and unique shopping experience.

This is such a cute little vintage shop and the area was multiple different businesses. My favorite…read morething about the shop included the selection of variety items for both feminine and masculine dressers. The service here was immaculate. I fell right at home super greeted reassured of any help as needed and overall the customer service was great. The value of items are amazing and well keptM Give them a try.

OH... HECK YEAH! La…read moreFrance in Ybor City is easily one of my most favorite shops in Tampa, period, and I do not say that lightly... The 2nd you walk in, you feel like you have entered a world where normal rules do not apply ....self expression is not just allowed, it is a demand.. There is absolutely no way you are leaving this store without something you adore because the selection is outrageous. Period gowns, corsets, dramatic top hats, Cuban shirts, feathers, faux diamonds, canes, statement jackets, wild accessories, and all the extra embellishments that make an outfit go from basic to unforgettable are packed into every corner. You almost have to take a full tour before committing to anything because your brain needs a minute to process how much fabulousness is happening all at once. What makes it even better is that you do not need a special occasion to justify being here. Yes, it is perfect for girls nights, boys nights, bachelor and bachelorette parties, themed events, and any moment that requires drama, but there are also pieces you can absolutely wear during the day if you are someone who refuses to blend into the background. You can find shirts and standout clothing that work beyond costume energy if you have the personality to match them. This shop succeeds where so many others have tried and failed because it does not feel cheap, thrown together, or gimmicky. It feels intentional, confident, and fully committed to its aesthetic. La France understands that fashion should be fun and expressive, not safe and forgettable. If you are in Tampa and you have not walked into La France, you are missing one of the most entertaining retail experiences in the city. Go see it for yourself, try things on, let yourself have a moment, and do not be surprised when you walk out smiling with something bold in your hands or wearing the outfit of your dreams!

Yura is amazing! I discover this place like a month ago and I'm obsessed! They have a great variety…read moreof house plants for very good prices, the place is beautiful and it's always very clean and nice! There is a huge parking lot just next to them which is so helpful. Aaron is super attentive and he always helps us with any questions we have about the plants or how to take care of them. They just celebrated their first anniversary, so happy they are doing so good here! We really appreciate your business! Keep it going!

You can't help but smile walking into this beautiful space…read more They offer plants for every space. From your desk top to a floor plant or moss wall hanging. Great gift items as well! The owner was super friendly and welcoming. Check out my photos for these super cute and unique gifts I bought. Aren't they adorable? Not sure if I can split them up. Maybe they will need an occasional tea date ;)

The best high quality with lowest prices... Can't be beat…read morefor quality and prices . Large amount of Disney memorabilia.... Good selection of running wear

When I first got here I saw they were two buildings and didn't really know what the difference was…read more It seems like the smaller building is mainly Old Target stock that didn't get sold. The bigger building is like Disney Lost and found items that never got claimed. I decided to check both out since I made the Trek over. I didn't really find much in the smaller location, but in the bigger Disney return store I was able to find an umbrella for $3 and a sleep mask for $0.50. I did wash the sleep mask after I purchased it but it was basically brand new. You can find some really good things here. They also have some old Disney popcorn buckets. As the day went on there were a lot more people inside of the bigger location so I would recommend getting there early. The service was friendly and I would definitely come back here.

Love a little christmas pop up bar! Miracle at mezzo was the Christmas pop up for Bar Mezzo. My…read morefriends and I came here last month for the holiday festivities. The drinks were tasty and the decor was so cute. Busy but not packed. I can't wait to come back next December. They were all decked out and the service was quick

For those who love upscale thrifting and walking around cool markets, the Mezzo Market is a dream!!…read more The Mezzo Market is a monthly market that takes place on saturdays- they have a St. Pete & Tampa location. I can't believe I had never heard of this before because it was so awesome and so BIG. There was so much stuff that even walking around for a good hour and a half I saw maybe half the vendors. There's really every kind of vendor you could think of here- thrifted & custom made clothes, flower & plant tents, honey, knitted assortments, food trucks, candy & boba, handmade jewelry, handmade soaps and way way more. Mezzo Market is also dog friendly like most of St. Pete, so the amount of adorable doggos you can see really adds to the experience. This is a fantastic chill weekend activity to check out!

Such a fun shopping experience in Hyde Park! The prices were beyond fair. I was so excited to see…read morePaparika Pringles in the U.S. at this store! Great spot to come in and satisfy a sweet tooth while having an adventure to try candies you might not have seen previously.

The staff was great. They have a great selection of Swedish candy to choose from, but beware, the…read moreprices are steep on the candy.

Interbay Meat Market is your "super bodega" of South Tampa (Gandy and everything south of that -…read moresorry folks, I'm just stating the facts ;)). I had the pleasure of coming here twice - once for lunch and another time to buy actual meat. The initial take of the Meat Market lends itself to some hesitation and doubt. A fast glance may trick one into thinking that the store is part of the Circle K gas station itself - it is not, so don't worry about getting any gas station "specials." As you walk into Interbay Meat Market, you will find yourself immersed in truly a large-sized bodega with open-faced fridges, packed with drinks, lined against the outer walls. In between everything else are your groceries and other common pantry items. Almost at the center is a cantina/canteen, where you can pick out your own lunch from an assortment of available freshly cooked foods. The food you find here would be comparable to Caribbean twist or any other Latin-cafeteria style eatery. The servings are generous for a decent price. If you're coming here for lunch, there are outdoor picnic tables so you don't have to bring the heaping trays back into work if you don't want to. Next to the cantina is the fresh meats section. The cuts of meat here all look great and freshly stocked. They are neatly stacked and organized giving it overall appeal. I came here for steak and was happy with the various cuts they offered (porterhouse, NY strip, ribeye, Delmonico being the commonly recognized ones). In speaking with the clerk, each cut was sized for about a pound - which makes it easy when you're gauging the price. The porterhouse and Delmonico's that I bought immediately went on the smoker and grill, and they were a hit with the party. As you can imagine, you can purchase alcohol as well as tobacco products (behind the cashiers) here if that's your thing making Interbay Meat Market a one-stop shop!

The sandwiches are mouth watering, every time. They have great cuts of meat and good prices as…read morewell. Every time I'm over here, I gotta get a Cuban or something out of the case. Food is phenomenal but not a great place to sit down for a bite, I guess that's what you get when it's a market.