Tin Can Tourists: The Origin of RV Camping in Tampa Bay
Campers and RVs are not new—a group of travelers created the camping lifestyle after World War I, becoming known as ...
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Experience Tampa Bay Through its History, Art, Culture and Heritage
From interactive museums to stunning architectural sites, Tampa Bay provides a glimpse into what makes this part of Florida unique.
Licata’s Famous Flaming Steaks Kept Restaurant’s Success Burning Bright
In Tampa, Joe Licata, Jr. added this flaming dish at his Italian restaurant located in downtown Tampa, and it became ...
The History of Gasparilla Costumes
From rented Mardi Gras costumes to today’s extravagant pirate attire, discover how Gasparilla’s look evolved over a century.
The Tampa Snow Show
Uncover the wild tale of Tampa’s 1958 Snow Show—a winter wonderland in Florida that spiraled into chaos, lawsuits, and holiday ...
Coming Soon to The Floridan
The Dan, located in Downtown Tampa’s historic Floridan Palace is this summer’s hotly-anticipated newcomer to Tampa Bay’s dining scene.
The History of the Iconic Grouper Sandwich
Local historian Rodney Kite-Powell tells how the grouper sandwich became Tampa's true original handheld.
Tampa Bay’s Best Seafood
One of the enviable perks of living in Tampa Bay is our prime access to seafood. We’ve rounded up the ...
The History & Evolution of Tampa’s Hospitals & Health Care
Today, Tampa prides itself in offering everyone premier health care options, but it wasn’t always this way. The availability of ...
The InterView: Carmine Iavarone, Iavarone’s Italian Steakhouse
Get to know, Carmine Iavarone, owner of Iavorone’s Italian Steakhouse
History: Prohibition in Tampa
In Tampa, Illegal bars and speakeasies abounded during Prohibition. Tampa residents found ways to enjoy aquired alcohol in member-only clubs.
Kate Jackson: Ahead of Her Time
Tampa’s Kate Jackson was a bold leader and entrepreneur who helped pave the way for future females and was devoted ...