October/November 2016 by TAMPA Magazines

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Tampa’s restaurant scene is booming. New restaurants are opening all across town, while established favorites continue to surprise and delight diners with innovative dishes. For this year’s Restaurants Issue of TAMPA Magazine we have four different covers inspired by four different dishes created by some of Tampa’s

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top chefs just for us (and our readers). Their flavor combinations will make your mouth water. Fortunately, all the restaurants will have these dishes on their special menu throughout the month, so be sure to ask about them when you visit. Want to see the other covers? Just check out the following pages – try not to drool.

DECONSTRUCTED BEEF WELLINGTON Restaurant: ›› RESTAURANT BT ‹‹ 2507 S. MacDill Avenue RestaurantBT.com Dish Highlights: Filet Mignon, Goose Foie Fras, and Puff Pastry filled with Roasted Chestnut and Morel Mushrooms. Served with Grilled Asparagus Bouquet and Red Wine Bordelaise.

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GULF RED SNAPPER CRUDO Restaurant: ›› MISE EN PLACE ‹‹ 442 W. Grand Central Avenue MiseOnline.com Dish Highlights: Gulf Red Snapper marinated in Blood Orange White Soy Ponzu and topped with Pomegranate Seeds, Toasted Pistachios and Maldon 5 Spice Sea Salt.

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Cigar pros guide us in the art of cigar and drink pairings Find out who owners and chefs voted as the best of the best

BERN’S DESSERT ROOM The Tampa institution is the place to indulge a sweet tooth

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RESTAURANTS Tampa’s restaurant leaders highlight what makes their spot special

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DRINK Sommeliers share their secrets to a great wine experience

PEOPLE The WWE’s Bella Twins dish on their Tampa favorites

WATER Blue tangs, like Dory, are popular, but there are better options for your tank

HOME Finish off your fall décor with locally sold candles

ART Former graffiti artist Shark Toof brings his signature style to South Tampa

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here should we go for dinner?” You’ll never have to ask again with this quintessential guide to Tampa dining. For our first-ever Restaurant Edition of TAMPA Magazine, we sent surveys to more than 900 restaurant owners, managers and chefs asking them to vote for their top choices in different categories. The results are in — and you’ll find our list of winners on page 38. Sure, you’ll find some tried-andtrue Tampa staples on the list, such as Bern’s and its unforgettable dining experience. But our voters also helped uncover some hidden gems, like Dead Bob’s, a St. Pete dive bar with one droolinducing burger. Once you eat — er, we mean, read — your way through our best restaurants list, make room for our restaurant profile Q&As. In these exclusive interviews, local restauranteurs share what makes their restaurant so special, plus some tricks of the trade.

Shawna dining al fresco at Café Dufrain on Harbour Island. P.S. We created four different covers of our Restaurant Edition. Which one did you get? Turn back to page four to read about all the TAMPA Magazine specials.

We also asked local celebs including Bucs wide receiver Vincent Jackson and WWE’s the Bella twins to weigh in on their favorite things to eat in Tampa. And while we may not be celebrities, we wanted to get in on the fun too. We couldn’t resist the invite to Harry Waugh’s Dessert Room at Bern’s to sample all sorts of deliciously sweet concoctions and share our personal favorites with you (page 50). As for me? Anything chocolate goes and I never leave without savoring a Cappuccino Bern’s. Finally, for the perfect night cap, check out our feature on cigar and spirits pairings on page 34. We promise it’s an issue you’ll want to hold on to — and we guarantee you’ll come back for seconds (and thirds and fourths) any time the question, “What’s for dinner?” comes up in your household. Bon appétit!

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Words of (Wine) Wisdom Four local wine aficionados share their expert tips for getting the most out of your wine tasting and buying experience. Written By Marcy Sanford | Photography By Gabriel Burgos

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hen you’re at a restaurant that has a sommelier, you should rely on him or her,” Kevin Pelley, a luxury specialist for National Distributing Company, advises. “They generally have an idea of what’s drinking best. People may feel like they don’t want to bother them, but the sommeliers are the experts of the wine list. You shouldn’t hesitate to ask them for help.” “A sommelier should be able to ask six to eight questions and then be able to choose a bottle of wine for someone,” said Eric Renaud, head sommelier at Bern’s Steak House. “They’ll listen to what you have to say and be able to develop ideas of what wines you would like.” “I like to encourage people to try something new,” said Gregory Mayer, the wine director at Haven Restaurant. “It’s exciting to introduce people to some of the more esoteric wines. As sommeliers, we have all had our ‘aha’ moment with wine. For me, it was how the flavors of wine and food built

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“You can find good quality wines at every price,” said Madonna Metcalf, owner of Wine Madonna. “I encourage people to always do blind tastings so that they don’t have preconceived notions about the wine. When you taste the wine, you should pay attention to triggers, like how does it smell to you, how does it look when you swirl it, what is the color and what do you taste when take you a sip. Once you start paying attention to your triggers, it will help you to identify other wines you’ll like.” “Don’t get caught up in ratings,” cautions Renaud. “Try different wines. Rate them yourself and write your own review. Then read professional reviews and see how yours compares with theirs. You’ll find that your reviews are similar to one reviewer, and then you’ll know that person has tastes similar to yours and might be someone whose reviews you want to follow.” “My motto is ‘Seek happiness. Eat and drink what you want,’” said Metcalf. “If it makes you happy and tastes

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Tampa, prepare to meet the Bella twins. Nikki and Brie Bella, two of the WWE’s biggest stars, helped bring wrestling to the mainstream on the E! series “Total Divas.” This October, they’re launching their own series, “Total Bellas,” filmed right here in Tampa, home of Nikki and her fiancé, WWE legend John Cena. The sisters sat down with TAMPA Magazine to share their local favorites and one particularly tasty dessert.

Interview By Shawna Wiggs | Written By McKenna Kelley | Photography By Gabriel Burgos

Favorite date-night spot:

Best fine dining spot:

Nikki: John and I are regulars at Eddie V’s and Ocean Prime. Those are the spots we go to the most.

Nikki: Bern’s is our ultimate favorite The experience, the ambiance, tradition… Amazing.

Favorite place for a healthy meal:

Brie: I am a vegetarian, and I love Bern’s Steak House. And the [Harry Waugh] Dessert Room!

Brie: We love Fresh Kitchen. It’s amazing. Favorite weekend brunch spot: Nikki: We love the Epicurean Hotel, it’s one of our favorite breakfast spots. Piquant is another favorite. Brie: I stayed at the hotel, and it’s insane. Favorite day spa: Nikki: Glow Couture Day Spa. Kerry [Sherrill] and Wesley [Winer, owner], they’re mother-daughter, are the best. Brie loves them because they’re organic. Everything they have there has no chemicals and is just very healthy for your skin – plus it’s the cutest place ever.

Nikki: The best part! [I get] the Granny Apple Pie – every time, people ask me, don’t you want to try something else? No. I’ve never tasted a better apple pie. I get some champagne, too, and I’m just so content in there. Favorite place for a long walk: Brie: My husband and I loved whenever we could stroll on Bayshore Boulevard. It’s so beautiful. It’s so fun to look at all those oldfashioned, huge homes. Something out-of-towners might not know about Tampa: Bern’s Steak House has the biggest wine cellar in the United States.

Brie: They spoil you there.

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Group Publisher Shawna Wiggs interviews the Bella twins at John Cena’s gym, Hard Nocks South, in Tampa

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A FISHY TALE

You can have your own private ocean, but if you want fish that will thrive, be sure to do your research and ask where the fish you’re buying came from – the ocean or a tank. Written By Marcy Sanford

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In 2003, the release of the movie “Finding Nemo” had many aquarium enthusiasts and novices clamoring to add a clownfish to their collection. Unfortunately, the movie, which had a message of conservation, actually led to the depletion of the species in places like the Great Barrier Reef. Because the reef and the clownfish are dependent on each other, when the clownfish started to disappear, the reef began to suffer. Now experts fear that the blue tang could suffer the same fate due to the success of Disney’s summer hit, “Finding Dory.” “Fish that have been removed from the ocean can have a hard time adjusting to tank life, and overfishing of popular species, like blue tangs, can wreak havoc on a reef’s ecosystem,” said Zachary Ostroff, curator at St. Petersburg’s Secrets of the Sea Marine Exploration and Aquarium. Blue tangs are actually one of over 70 species of surgeonfish. They live in coastal waters, coral reefs and inshore around rocky or grassy areas and can be found in waters from New York to Brazil. Blue tangs have sharp teeth and use them to feed on algae from rocks and coral. According to the The Nature Conservancy, this makes them especially important for the health of reefs because blue tangs prevent algae from overgrowing and suffocating the coral. One of the ways saltwater fish are caught can also be

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devastating to the reefs and the fish that live there. According to National Geographic, 90 percent of the tropical fish that enter the U.S. each year are caught illegally with cyanide. Each live fish caught using cyanide destroys about a square yard of coral. Even in lower doses, cyanide can cause coral bleaching and interfere with the coral’s biology – meaning other fish, including the blue tangs left behind, suffer. Fortunately, thanks to research and efforts by companies like Oceans, Reefs & Aquariums and Proaquatix, as well as researchers at the University of Florida, the number of species of saltwater fish that are tank bred increases each year. Clownfish have been among the easiest fish to breed, and this summer, researchers with the University of Florida’s Tropical Aquaculture Laboratory in Ruskin successfully bred a Pacific blue tang in captivity. “We worked with Rising Tide Conservation and the SeaWorld & Busch Gardens Conservation Fund to find a way to successfully breed Pacific blue tangs,” said Craig Watson, director of the UF Tropical Aquaculture Laboratory. “It was a delicate, time-intensive endeavor, but it was one that has paid off.” The next step will be for the UF researchers to help commercial producers replicate their success. The best thing you can do as a fish lover is asking where the fish you are buying comes from. If it’s not tank bred, don’t buy it.

BLUE TANG Scientific Name: Paracanthurus hepatus Common Names: Blue Tang, Blue Surgeonfish, Palette Surgeonfish, Regal Tang, Hippo Tang, Flag-Tail Surgeonfish Care Level: Moderate, should do well if slowly acclimated to your tank. Size: Up to 12 inches (30 cm) Life span: 5 years or longer pH : 8.1 - 8.4 Temperature: 75°F - 82°F (25°C - 28°C) Origin / Habitat: Indo-Pacific, Great Barrier Reef Aquarium Size : 75 gallon (284 liters) minimum

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Shark in the Water The sea’s most fearsome predator is reimagined in a new South Tampa exhibit Written By McKenna Kelley | Photography By Gabriel Burgos

hey lurk within the waves of Tampa Bay. Their teeth glisten in the Florida sun as they meet their prey. Sharks traditionally signal danger and terror. But for the Los Angeles artist Shark Toof, they mean something more. “The shark is the perfect conduit to invite curiosity, provocation, unrest and optimism,” the artist said. “They carry the weight of the two percent. They are the minority.” Unlike many artists, Shark Toof focuses on one subject. Sharks populate his murals and canvases yet are interpreted differently in each. In one painting, a shark with Mickey Mouse ears snacks on an unlucky Donald Duck. In others, the shark is held back by a physical barrier, biding his time before striking. The artist says the pop culture imagery helps make his portrayal of the feared shark, done typically with acrylic and spray paints, more digestible. “People should leave my work remembering what it was like when you had the moment of confidence and inner strength, even as the underdog or the unpopular,” Shark Toof said. Beginning in November, Shark Toof’s work will be on display at South Tampa’s CASS Contemporary Art Space & Studio in a show titled “Red Everything.” Gallery co-owner Cassie Greatens said she wanted to work with Shark Toof after seeing how people responded to him at the Art Basel festival in Miami.

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Shark Toof named the show after the Chinese saying “hong hong huo huo,” translating literally to “red, red, fire, fire,” which means an expanding and prosperous life. He says his positive relationship with CASS made this collaboration possible. “Working with CASS has been very symbiotic from our first meeting,” the artist said. “I had entertained a solo show with them in my head for some time, and this show itself will have textures, actions and reactions.” 2

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The Twisted Iron

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At The Twisted Iron, waffles aren’t just for breakfast and can be made into heartier meals than you ever imagined. The truck serves up sweet and savory dishes like Chicken and Waffles, served with syrup and honey mustard, and Pulled Pork Waffle Fries topped with house-made pulled pork, cheddar cheese sauce, barbecue sauce, scallions and cole slaw.

When was the last time you had tater tots? According to this family owned and operated truck, it should be a daily occurrence! Hott Mess is known for pork tenderloin sandwiches and sweet corn nuggets, along with their signature Hott Mess Tots, topped with seasoned ground beef, bacon cheese sauce, chipotle lime cream and scallions.

Anyone with a passion for Southern soul food will enjoy the flavors of Heavy’s Food Truck. Over 30 years of cooking experience is evident in every bite. Their extensive menu can satisfy every craving and then some. Hearty plates like Oxtail with Okra and Macaroni and Cheese guarantee you won’t leave their truck hungry.

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The Fishin Chicken gives a whole new meaning to surf and turf with their creative menu of flavorful tacos. They say, “Like the tides, our menu will be ever changing.” Their menu includes fresh tropical dishes like Jerk Chicken Tacos, their unique Truffle Lobster Potato balls and even Fried Oreos.

Follow your nose to a menu stuffed with pork-inspired dishes named after infamous mobsters, like The Mafioso Burger and The Jimmy Hoffa Bacon-Wrapped Hot Dog. If you’re not overloaded with all this crispy goodness, finish up with the Bacon Chocolate Chip Cookies.

These brothers missed their hometown pizza so they brought a taste of Columbus to Tampa Bay. They serve up thin, square cut pies with crunchy crust and homemade sauce. The truck’s signature pie is the “614,” which is topped with spicy cupped pepperoni, bacon and banana peppers.

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TOWN Vincent Jackson Talks Food, Fashion, and Community Service An NFL veteran at 33, Vincent Jackson’s football acumen is undisputed. But what about his fashion sense? TAMPA Magazine sits down with the Buccaneers’ wide receiver to talk flip flops, bow ties ... and tacos.

Vincent Jackson at Ferg’s Live in Downtown Tampa

30 OCT NOV 2016

Interview By Shawna Wiggs Written By McKenna Kelley Photography By Gabriel Burgos

TM: WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE THING ABOUT TAMPA?

TM: DO YOU HAVE ANY GUILTY PLEASURE FOODS?

VJ: Being a military kid, I grew up living in a lot of different places, but I really love the neighborhood feel. Tampa is a growing city and a developing city, but it still has that small-town feel to it. I knew more of my neighbors after living here for two weeks than I did six years living in San Diego. I knew two people in my neighborhood [in San Diego] who I think lived in the same house. I move here and there’s people coming up to my door, introducing their kids, bringing over some food, just normal Southern hospitality-type stuff. You can’t put a price tag on that. I never felt like they were bugging me though. It’s really just the size of the town, the speed of the city. It’s very comfortable for us.

TM: IF YOU WERE TO SEND ME TO A TACO PLACE WHERE WOULD THAT BE AND WHAT SHOULD I ORDER?

1 LACER HEADWEAR “It’s just really about tying in the ‘sneaker head’ trend [with] shoelaces and different colors.

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TM: IF YOU HAD AN UNLIMITED SHOPPING SPREE AT ONE STORE, WHAT STORE WOULD THAT BE? VJ: I do all my shopping online [laughs]. I use Trunk Club. They ship you a variety of stuff, it’s not just one brand. They use a lot of different vendors, so that’s been super convenient. You can go through the site, see what you’re interested in, select it, and then they send it to you. Whatever you don’t like you put back in the box and send it back. They only charge you for what you keep, so it’s pretty convenient.

VJ: Cask Social Kitchen, I have to send you to Cask [Editor’s note: Jackson is a partner at Cask]. We actually just started Taco Mondays because everyone does Taco Tuesdays. We have this whole branding thing that says, “Why wait ‘til Tuesday?” Our chefs have done a really good job with our tacos, but there are so many places. There’s a place near Cheval [Golf and Athletic Club] called Mekenita Mexican Grille. There’s plenty in South Tampa – like Catrina’s right on South MacDill Avenue. I like the hole-inthe-wall spots that aren’t really commercialized. I like the places that are more authentic. TM: OUTSIDE OF THE RESTAURANTS THAT YOU HAVE OWNERSHIP IN, WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE LOCAL RESTAURANT? VJ: I’d probably say Ulële and Del Frisco’s Grille. Kona Grill as well. Kona has the best happy hour. It’s really affordable, and you get some great food there. Also Cappy’s Pizza.

TM: WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE ACCESSORY ITEM?

TM: FINISH THIS SENTENCE. I CAN’T GO TO BED UNLESS I...

VJ: Set my alarm. I have to make sure I don’t sleep in. My body’s on a clock, especially during the season. The last thing I do before bed is check the alarm to make sure I wake up [on time].

VJ: It would have to probably be my watches. I don’t have a huge collection, but there’s not many times [I’m not wearing one]. Whether it’s an athletic watch or a fashion watch, and whether I’m doing something nice or traveling, I rarely leave the house without a watch on.

2 NIXON WATCH “I’m a pretty simple watch guy; Nixon can be dressy but it can also be very casual as well.”

TM: WHAT IS THE TREND YOU ARE LEAST INTO THESE DAYS? VJ: The super long T-shirts – those shirts that go down to your knees. There’s a difference between a long-line shirt and mid-thigh. There are kids walking around with long-line shirts down to their knees. It’s a dress! TM: HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE YOUR PERSONAL STYLE? VJ: I would say casual. I’m more into comfort than I am fashion. I want things to be nice and to fit me well, but I’m definitely into comfort. If I can wear some nice shorts, a tank top and flip flops, that’s kind of my thing with all the warm weather we get. When I do get dressed up, I want things to be masculine but not too dry. I like wearing warm, comfortable fabrics.

VJ: Oh, for sure. I’m a foodie. I’m a big time foodie. I do try to, obviously, do everything in moderation, but I have a weakness for tacos.

3 ELLA BING BOWTIE “Ella Bing bowties are based right here in Tampa. They’re really unique. They handcraft and make each and every one of their ties.”

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TM: WHAT ARE FIVE THINGS YOU COULD NEVER LIVE WITHOUT? VJ: Family is number one. My phone. I can’t act like I’m not going to need that – I’m an Android guy. Car. I like cars. I don’t have a collection or anything, I just have two vehicles, but I do like cars. I spend a lot of time looking at cars online when I’m bored. The fourth thing would be AmazonSmile [a program where Amazon donates a portion of the price of your purchase to charity]. And, finally, my DVR. I watch everything recorded. TM: WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE TV SHOW AT THE MOMENT? VJ: I’m a “Game of Thrones” guy. I watch a lot of HGTV. I like to do a lot of handiwork around the house. I spend a lot of time at Lowe’s. They know me by name. I love doing little projects like that, stuff in my yard, in the house or with the kids.

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DO YOU HAVE A FAVORITE LOCAL EVENT OR FESTIVAL?

Gasparilla Music Festival. I love Curtis Hixon Park. I think it’s a great venue.

TM:: WHAT IS YOUR SOCIAL MEDIA APP OF CHOICE?

TM: WHAT DID WINNING THE NFL HONORS SALUTE TO SERVICE AWARD MEAN TO YOU?

VJ: Twitter, just because of the fact that you get more links to real news stories than you do on Instagram. Instagram is fun because it’s all pictures, but my favorite is Twitter because I follow so many different things, especially what’s going on in the city. I follow a lot of news channels and finance channels.

VJ: Oh it’s humbling, for us to be such a young foundation – going on four years old now – it’s a pretty big recognition. For me, it’s about bringing awareness to our causes, having people really think about the families, how deployments affect them, how the kids are, about their mental and physical health and their education. We really focus on ways to get involved with that.

TM: WHAT DO YOU DO WHEN YOU GET A DAY OFF? VJ: Family time, first and foremost. I’m an entrepreneur, and I have a few businesses locally – I’m a partner here at Ferg’s Live. I’m also an ownerpartner in Cask Social Kitchen on South Howard Avenue. I own a real estate company over on Henderson [Boulevard]. I’m not going in and working six or seven hours a day, but we have team meetings, and I think it’s important for me to stay involved and keep a pulse for what’s going on. It’s nice for them to see that I care. I get reports and emails whether I show up or not, so I keep track of the business, but it’s nice to go in there and get in the mix.

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TM: WHAT INSPIRES YOU THE MOST?

TM: YOU TRAVEL A LOT. WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE CITY TO VISIT AND WHY?

VJ: I would have to say I’m motivated by opportunity and how fortunate I am and not taking that for granted. I grew up doing a lot of work with less fortunate people at the Salvation Army [and other similar places]. My dad and I would go out and do work on the weekends for charity events, cleanups, things like that.

VJ: I like New York. Whenever we get a chance to go up and play, it’s a one-of-a-kind city. Just to see the energy all day and night – it’s non-stop. It’s literally a city that doesn’t sleep. I feel like, when I’m there, there’s so much energy, so many cultures. Chinatown, Little Italy, SoHo, TriBeCa – there’s so many little niches in that city. You get so many different pieces of the world in one place. TM: DO YOU HAVE ANY WEIRD HIDDEN TALENTS? VJ: I can ride a bicycle backwards. My grandfather taught me that when I was seven or eight years old. I have a strong memory, as far as recall goes. I can hear a song once or twice and pretty much pick up the lyrics or see a movie one time and be able to pick up quotes from it. My recall memory helped me a lot in school. That’s probably why I did so well. I could read a chapter and pull it all right back out for the test.

I couldn’t do it without a great staff, a great team of board members and awesome volunteers that help our programs. We’re very organic. It’s about activity. All our programs I’m involved in personally. I’m out there selling T-shirts, shaking hands, doing stuff. You can check on our website [jacksoninaction83.org] for all the events we do, from the baby showers to our reading program. The Buccaneers have been so supportive by allowing us to do tours once a month with kids in grades three through five who come if they’re showing progress in their literacy and things like that, so it’s a lot of fun.

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Whether it’s kids overseas or third world countries or even in the town you live in, you see people struggling. Taking advantage of my opportunities and how blessed I’ve been to have had a great family and structure growing up and a good education [is important to me]. [I’m] building a legacy for my own children, showing them what it means to live a full life and be successful but also humble and socially conscious about the world around us.

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Rare stogies. Exclusive elixirs. Cigar aficionado Jeff Borysiewicz, owner of Corona Cigars and Davidoff of Geneva since 1911 cigar lounge in Tampa, rolls out seven expertly curated cigar and spirit pairings for every palate. Written By Derek Herscovici | Photography By Gabriel Burgos

+ A 5,000 square-foot humidor of the finest and rarest cigars in the world; a fully stocked bar featuring the most selective and complex spirits available; indoor and outdoor lounge seating in a clean and state-of-the-art building. This might not be heaven, but for the cigar aficionado it’s pretty close. Davidoff of Geneva, the foremost purveyor of luxury cigars in the world, has partnered with Jeff Borysiewicz, owner of Orlando-based Corona Cigar Company, to create Davidoff of Geneva Tampa, “the ultimate cigar experience,” where every detail is hand selected for its quality, rarity and flavor. Borysiewicz sat down with TAMPA Magazine to discuss picking the right ‘stick’ and pairing it with a drink that complements and invigorates it.

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“If you walked in a cigar store and I asked you ‘what kind of cigar are you in the mood for,’ generally we ask mild, medium or strong,” Borysiewicz said. “Even if you’ve never smoked a cigar before, you know whether you want something mild, medium or strong. It’s like asking if you want chicken wings – mild, medium or hot. Start with the cigar first, then start selecting different spirits.” Though an expert staff is on hand to guide you through the overwhelming selection – you could visit over 100 times and never try the same thing twice. Only you know what kind of pairing you’re in the mood for. “When it comes to the ‘ultimate cigar experience,’ it’s about you having the ultimate cigar experience, not us.”

PAIRING 1 Cigar: Davidoff Corona Cigar 20th Anniversary cigar

+ Drink: Davidoff XO Cognac Davidoff Corona Cigar 20th Anniversary cigar paired with Davidoff XO Cognac. Created to celebrate Corona Cigar Companyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 20th anniversary, this cigar uses Florida Sun Grown tobacco grown on Coronaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s farm in Clermont, Florida. The sweetness of the Davidoff cognac pairs perfectly with this medium-bodied cigar.

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PAIRING 2 Cigar: Davidoff Year of the Monkey

Drink: Jack Daniels Single Barrel Old Fashioned Exclusive Jack Daniels Single Barrel Old Fashioned, muddled with real juice. It features real lime, orange and cherries - no simple syrup - just real sugar cubes. Pairs with Davidoff Year of the Monkey, which is medium-bodied. The Dominican tobacco has a totally different flavor profile than the Nicaraguan tobacco.

PAIRING 3 Cigar: Davidoff Tampa Exclusive Cigar

Drink: Flor de CaĂąa Maduro Mojito The Davidoff Tampa Exclusive Cigar is a mild and creamy cigar. It pairs well with the Flor de CaĂąa Maduro Mojito. This mojito is different than the norm because it features a more expensively aged seven-year dark rum.

PAIRING 4

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Cigar: Davidoff Escurio

Drink: Laphroaig Single Malt Scotch For those that appreciate a full-body combination of spirits and cigars, the Davidoff Escurio fits the bill. The cigar features Brazilian tobacco in the blend, which makes it a little stronger. It pairs nicely with Lahroaig Single Malt Scotch, which is also about as full-bodied as you can get when it comes to single malt scotch. It is very distinctive - the whiskey itself smells like a campfire.

PAIRING 5 Cigar: Davidoff Nicaragua

+ Drink: Old School Four Roses Manhattan Smoking a cigar stronger than you’re ready for can lead to a bad experience. Not so with the Davidoff Nicaragua, a solid, medium-body cigar with a well-balanced and robust flavor, perfectly complemented by an Old School Four Roses Manhattan – single barrel bourbon whiskey exclusively selected for the Davidoff of Tampa store.

PAIRING 6 Cigar: FSG by Drew Estate

+ Drink: Highland Park Single Malt Scotch FSG by Drew Estate paired with Highland Park Single Malt Scotch. This rich, mediumbodied cigar has the unique flavor of Florida Sun Grown tobacco that pairs perfectly with the slightly smoky flavor of Highland Park.

PAIRING 7 Cigar: Davidoff Oro Blanco

+ Drink: Macallan 60 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Davidoff Oro Blanco paired with the Macallan 60 Year Old Single Malt Scotch. At $500 per cigar, Oro Blanco is Davidoff’s most expensive and rarest cigar. At $2,500 an ounce, the Macallan 60 is one of the rarest and most expensive scotches in the world. The custom cut glass Davidoff humidor was created by world renowned French artist Daniel Clement for the über luxurious Art Basel fair and is available for purchase for $13,500.

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INSIDE BERN’S STEAK HOUSE VOTED BEST FINE DINING AND BEST STEAK HOUSE

2016 annual Top Restaurants List WHO DECIDES WHAT IS A TOP RESTAURANT? Who Picks the Top Restaurants? In August, we mailed over 900 surveys to restaurant owners, managers and chefs in Hillsborough and Pinellas counties. We asked the restaurant owners, managers and chefs to nominate the restaurants—who they believed to be the best—in 25 separate restaurant and cuisine categories, then return the surveys in anonymous prepaid return envelopes or through our secure online process. We then tallied the votes from those surveys to compile this list. If there was no clear winner in a particular category, we did not include it in this list.

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TOP RESTAURANTS Results for the 2016 Annual Top Restaurants Survey

Best Bar VOTED #1 BY PEERS (two-way tie) THE LURE 61 Central Ave St. Petersburg, FL 33701 (727) 914-8000 testing1066.thelurestpete.com HAVEN 2208 W Morrison Ave Tampa, FL 33606 (813) 258-2233 haventampa.com

Runner-up THE SMOKE SHACK 3324 W Gandy Blvd Tampa, FL 33611 (813) 443-2574 smokeshack-bbq.com

Best Sushi VOTED #1 BY PEERS YOKO’S JAPANESE RESTAURANT 3217 S MacDill Ave Tampa, FL 33629 (813) 835-4311 yokostampa.com

Best British Restaurant or Pub VOTED #1 BY PEERS HORSE & JOCKEY BRITISH PUB, INC. 1155 Pasadena Ave S St. Petersburg, FL 33707 (727) 345-4995 horseandjockeypub.us Runners-up MAD DOGS AND ENGLISHMEN 4115 S MacDill Ave Tampa, FL 33611 (813) 832-3037 maddogs.com THE MOON UNDER WATER 332 Beach Dr NE St. Petersburg, FL 33701 (727) 896-6160 themoonunderwater.com YEOMAN’S CASK & LION 202 N Morgan St Tampa, FL 33602 (813) 224-9367 yeomanscaskandlion.com HAVEN Best Bar

Best BBQ VOTED #1 BY PEERS SMOKIN’ J’S BBQ 5145 Gulfport Blvd S Gulfport, FL 33707 (727) 329-8624 smknjsbbq.com

CAPPYS PIZZERIA Best Pizza

Best Caribbean Restaurant

LA TERESITA 3248 W Columbus Dr Tampa, FL 33607 (813) 879-9704 lateresitarestaurant.com

VOTED #1 BY PEERS (two-way tie) CARIBBEAN CRAVINGS, INC 6836 Park Blvd N Pinellas Park, FL 33781 (727) 545-4777 caribbean-cravings.com ISLAND FLAVORS & ‘TINGS 1411 49th St S St. Petersburg, FL 33707 (727) 327-6416 islandflavorsandtings.vpweb. com

Best Latin American Restaurant VOTED #1 BY PEERS (two-way tie) LA SEPTIMA CAFÉ 702 W Lumsden Rd Brandon, FL 33511 (813) 685-0502 laseptimacafe.com

ARCO IRIS RESTAURANT INC. Best Cuban Restaurant

Best Cuban Restaurant VOTED #1 BY PEERS (two-way tie) ARCO IRIS RESTAURANT INC. 3328 W Columbus Dr Tampa, FL 33607 (813) 879-1357 LA TERESITA 3248 W Columbus Dr Tampa, FL 33607 (813) 879-9704 lateresitarestaurant.com

Best Chinese Restaurant VOTED #1 BY PEERS YUMMY HOUSE CHINA BISTRO 2620 E Hillsborough Ave Tampa, FL 33610 (813) 237-3838 yummyhousechinabistro.com

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Best Mexican Restaurant VOTED #1 BY PEERS (two-way tie) MIGUEL’S MEXICAN SEAFOOD & GRILL 3035 W Kennedy Blvd Tampa, FL 33609 (813) 876-2587 miguelscafe.com

ACROPOLIS GREEK TAVERNA Best Greek Restaurant

Best Deli VOTED #1 BY PEERS WRIGHT’S GOURMET HOUSE 1200 S Dale Mabry Hwy Tampa, FL 33629 (813) 253-3838 wrightsgourmet.com

Best Fusion Restaurant VOTED #1 BY PEERS (two-way tie) 717 SOUTH 717 S Howard Ave Tampa, FL 33606 (813) 250-1661 717south.com

VIP LOUNGE & MEXICAN RESTAURANT 10625 Gulf Blvd Treasure Island FL 33706 (727) 360-5062 viplounge-fla.com

Best Middle Eastern Restaurant

BROCATO’S SANDWICH SHOP Best Cuban Sandwich

VOTED #1 BY PEERS MEZE 119 119 2nd St N St. Petersburg, FL 33701 (727) 498-8627 meze119.com

Best Pizza VOTED #1 BY PEERS CAPPYS PIZZERIA Multiple Locations See Website for Details cappyspizzaonline.com

RESTAURANT BT 2507 S MacDill Ave Tampa, FL 33629 (813) 258-1916 restaurantbt.com

Best Greek Restaurant VOTED #1 BY PEERS ACROPOLIS GREEK TAVERNA Multiple Locations See website for details acropolistaverna.com

Best Italian Restaurant VOTED #1 BY PEERS (two-way tie) DONATELLO ITALIAN RESTAURANT 232 N Dale Mabry Hwy Tampa, FL 33609 (813) 875-6660 donatellotampa.com

400 BEACH SEAFOOD AND TAP HOUSE Best Seafood Restaurant (Runner-up)

GRATZZI ITALIAN GRILLE 211 2nd St S St. Petersburg, FL 33701 (727) 623-9037 gratzzigrille.com LA SEPTIMA CAFÉ Best Latin American Restaurant

Best Seafood Restaurant VOTED #1 BY PEERS OYSTERCATCHERS 2900 Bayport Dr Tampa, FL 33607 (813) 207-6815 hyatt.com/gallery/ oystercatchers Runner-up 400 BEACH SEAFOOD AND TAP HOUSE 400 Beach Dr NE St. Petersburg, FL 33701 (727) 896-2400 400beachseafood.com

BEST BURGER JOINT VOTED #1 BY PEERS DEAD BOB’S 6717 Central Ave St Petersburg, FL 33707 (727) 317-2627

Best Hot Dogs VOTED #1 BY PEERS YUMMY’S 2914 Beach Blvd S Gulfport, FL 33707 (727) 321-9869

THAI LANNA & SUSHI BAR Best Thai Restaurant

Best Steak house

Best Thai Restaurant

Best Cuban Sandwich

VOTED #1 BY PEERS BERN’S STEAK HOUSE 1208 S Howard Ave Tampa, FL 33606 (813) 251-2421 bernssteakhouse.com

VOTED #1 BY PEERS THAI LANNA & SUSHI BAR 10022 Cross Creek Blvd Tampa, FL 33647 (813) 991-0108 thailannaandsushi.com

VOTED #1 BY PEERS BROCATO’S SANDWICH SHOP 5021 E Columbus Dr Tampa, FL 33619 (813) 248-9977 brocatossandwich.com

Runner-up LA TERESITA 3248 W Columbus Dr Tampa, FL 33607 (813) 879-9704 lateresitarestaurant.com

GRATZZI ITALIAN GRILLE Best Italian Restaurant

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LA TERESITA Best Latin American Restaurant & Best Cuban Restaurant

YEOMAN’S CASK & LION Best British Restaurant or Pub (Runner-up)

VOTED #1 BY PEERS HARRY WAUGH ROOM AT BERN’S STEAK HOUSE 1208 S Howard Ave Tampa, FL 33606 (813) 251-2421 bernssteakhouse.com/HarryWaugh-Dessert-Room

Best Grouper Sandwich VOTED #1 BY PEERS DOCKSIDE DAVE’S GRILL 14701 Gulf Blvd Madeira Beach, FL 33708 (727) 392-9399

MEZE 119 Best Middle Eastern Restaurant

CARIBBEAN CRAVINGS, INC Best Caribbean Restaurant

Best Waterfront Restaurant

Best Fine Dining Restaurant

VOTED #1 BY PEERS ARMANI’S 2900 Bayport Dr Tampa, FL 33607 (813) 207-6800 tampabay.grand.hyatt.com/en/ hotel/dining/Armanis.html

VOTED #1 BY PEERS BERN’S STEAK HOUSE 1208 S Howard Ave Tampa, FL 33606 (813) 251-2421 bernssteakhouse.com

YOKO’S JAPANESE RESTAURANT Best Sushi Restaurant

Best Place for Dessert

WRIGHT’S GOURMET HOUSE Best Deli

THE LURE Best Bar

Runner-up ARMANI’S 2900 Bayport Dr Tampa, FL 33607 (813) 207-6800 tampabay.grand.hyatt.com/en/ hotel/dining/Armanis.html CAFÉ PONTE 13505 Icot Blvd #214 Clearwater, FL 33760 (727) 538-5768 cafeponte.com

SMOKIN’ J’S BBQ Best BBQ

Profiles The Tampa Bay Area is a foodie’s paradise. If there’s a dish you’re craving, there’s a local eatery serving it up. The Bay area is well known as an incubator for restaurant concepts that have gone national and even global. On the next few pages, check out some of the places to put on your list.

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Noble Crust

CONTACT

RESTAURANT

CHEF

8300 4th St. North, St. Petersburg 727.329.6041 Noble-Crust.com

DESCRIBE YOUR RESTAURANT IN THREE WORDS

Energetic Welcoming Fun

With a menu that features seasonal ingredients, Noble Crust combines fine Italian cooking with genuine Southern flair and has quickly become St. Petersburg’s newest place to eat, drink, and be social. Q: Tell us about your background and journey to Noble Crust?

Q: What is the inspiration behind your recipes?

A: After attending Le Cordon Bleu in Orlando, I moved to New York City where I worked at Todd English’s Olives, Torrisi Italian Specialties, and Parm. At Olives we were next door to the Union Square Farmers’ Market and I was introduced to tons of new ingredients and developed a passion for rustic Italian food. TJ Theilbar, a founding partner of Noble Crust, and longtime friend in the industry had followed my career to New York and persuaded me to come back to Florida to open Noble Crust. What went from an idea of a, “little pizza place,” transformed into what we are today.

A: I reinterpret traditional Italian dishes by using Southern ingredients – country ham on pizza instead of prosciutto – or I take traditional Southern dishes and give them an Italian spin like topping fried green tomatoes with agrodolce.

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Q: What makes your restaurant unique? A: Our location. We are central to both sides of the Bay and have become a destination to diners all over Tampa Bay. Q: What is your favorite feature of your restaurant? A: The open kitchen allows me to see guests having a good time.

FAST FACTS Wesley Chapel and Carrollwood locations will be open in 2017. The seasonal menu features creative appetizers, pasta, pizza, and seafood dishes with farm fresh flavors. Noble Crust serves barrel fresh wines and inspired handcrafted, specialty cocktails. The artisan restaurant is furnished with tables and seating hand-built by the Noble Crust team.

Rob Reinsmith

Executive Chef

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Pelagia Trattoria

CONTACT

RESTAURANT

DISH

4200 Jim Walter Blvd., Tampa 813.877-9200 pelagiatrattoria.com

DESCRIBE YOUR RESTAURANT IN THREE WORDS

Modern Italian Cuisine

Brett Austin Gardiner

Executive Chef

Pelagia Trattoria’s general manager opened the Renaissance Tampa International Plaza Hotel 12 years ago with a passion for Italian cuisine. This hotel restaurant has since featured daily creations, seasonal flavors and artisanal pasta. Q: Why did you choose this cuisine? Q: Describe the meal, from appetizer to drink to dessert, that every customer A: Jim Bartholomay, General should eat at least once at Manager, along with the your restaurant? original, Italian-born Executive Chef felt the concept married perfectly with the Mediterranean influences and architecture of the property. Q: What’s your favorite menu item? A: The Squid Ink Linguini with perfectly seared scallops, colorful, burst tomatoes and finished with a bright orange zest (pictured top). Q: What makes your food unique? A: The chef’s house-made pastas and entrees are a labor of love. The taste reveals the hours spent in the kitchen to perfect the dishes.

A: Our Friday Four-Course Dinner for Two gives diners the opportunity to do just this. Start with the Jumbo Lump Crab Cake, seated on candied tomato jam, Grilled Caesar Fonduta, which is meant to be dipped in the Caesar dressing and eaten with your hands, then on to the Braised Lamb Shank served over a fragrant saffron risotto and finished with a lemon and garlic gremolata and finally the decadent Godiva Chocolate Pyramid.

FAST FACTS Most Indulgent Dish: Braised Lamb Shank, saffron risotto and gremolata Most Used Ingredients: Tomatoes, Cheese (goat, burrata, parmesan, housemade ricotta), and herbs (from our patio garden) Longest-standing menu item: Jumbo Lump Crab Cake, Tomato Jam, Tarragon aioli

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Cry Baby Cafe

CONTACT

RESTAURANT

DISH

710 Harbour Post Dr. Tampa (813) 443-4956 TheCrybabyCafe.com

Open Daily From 7AM - 3PM

Cry Baby Café is serving up simple wholesome food daily. A casual, pet-friendly waterfront restaurant, you can catch up with neighbors, meet potential clients or relax and read the paper. Q: What are the three ingredients you use the most? A: Our house-made deli meats: Turkey (steriod & antibiotic free), Duroc Roasted Ham, and Angus Roast Beef Q: What makes your food unique? A: Our food is locally sourced, our deli meats are made in-house and we use sustainable produce when available.

Q: What is your most indulgent menu item? A: Our freshly baked Almond Horn Q: What is the newest item added to your menu? A: Our new fall special, the “Ultimate Holiday Sandwich” (pictured left) is like Thanksgiving in your mouth, featuring turkey, stuffing and cranberry sauce on a potato roll.

Q: What is a meal that every customer should try at least once?

DESCRIBE YOUR RESTAURANT IN THREE WORDS Andrew Bonnemort

Owner

RESTAURANT

DISH

SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION

Café Dufrain

CONTACT

Simple, Rustic, Fresh

A: For breakfast, get the freshly roasted organic coffee ground daily with an Egg Sandwich. For lunch, get the Cry Baby Chicken Salad paired with our housemade Tomato Basil Bisque.

707 Harbour Post Dr. Tampa (813) 275-9701 CafeDufrain.com

Mon-Sat 11:30am-10pm

Café Dufrain is an award-winning, family-owned and operated waterfront restaurant. It is known for its unique style, modern American seasonal cuisine and diverse wine and craft beer selections. Q: What’s your favorite menu item? A: The Dufrain Steak Burger is packed with flavor, including our own “Burger Sauce” and house made pickles. Order with the truffle fries and you’ve got a great meal. Q: What meal should every customer eat at least once from your restaurant? A: An Old Fashioned cocktail, Burrata Salad & Asian Style Ribs to start, the “Shawshank” or Cornmeal Crusted White Fish for main entrees and finally, the Dufrainwich for dessert.

DESCRIBE YOUR RESTAURANT IN THREE WORDS

New American Cuisine

Andrew Bonnemort

Owner

Q: What is your most indulgent menu item? A: The Pulled Pork Mac & Cheese combines the rich flavors of our savory pulled pork with creamy macaroni and cheese. It’s very filling, but worth it with every delicious bite. Q: What is the newest item added to your menu? A: The Teriyaki Glazed Salmon (pictured left) has been very popular since we added it to the menu this summer.

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Ciccio Cali

CONTACT

RESTAURANT

DISH

11230 Sullivan Street, Brandon (813) 436-3840 CiccioCali.com

Check us out in St. Pete & Tampa Palms too!

The focus is on fresh food and fun at this popular eatery. Locally owned and operated, Ciccio Cali’s bowls, stir fries, pizzas and salads are mouthwateringly delicious. Q: How would you describe the food at Ciccio Cali? A: Our chef-driven menu features unique, made-to-order dishes, served with a California state of mind. We’re also known for our laid-back weekend brunches. Q: What is the inspiration behind your recipes? A: Our inspiration comes from traveling the country and sampling the best dishes from coast to coast. Our roots are in NYC, so we know great food! Our executive chef, Luis Flores, has been with CRG for 25 years has kept things fresh from day one.

DESCRIBE YOUR RESTAURANT IN THREE WORDS Regional Manager & Partner

DISH RESTAURANT

Q: What is the vibe like at dinner? A: We transition from quick service (order at the counter) to full service (order at your table) between lunch and dinner. The energy from our staff and our guests is always fun, bright and California casual.

Rob Garofano

TAPS

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American Brasserie

CONTACT

Fresh Unique Variety

Q: What is your favorite from the menu? A: It’s gotta be the Hot & Crunchy Tuna Bowl! This is one of our most popular items, hands down. It’s made with seared rare ahi tuna, scallion, jicama, avocado and cucumber topped with tempura battered onion, sesame seeds and Sriracha aioli.

2223 N Westshore Blvd. (813) 876-5100 TapsRestaurantBarAndLounge.com

A refreshing alternative to the chaos of the typical bar scene, TAPS serves flavorful food, an outstanding selection of craft beers and imports, and 100 wine varieties - many only available at TAPS. Q: What’s the difference between the new TAPS at International Plaza and the downtown location?

James DeVito

Owner DESCRIBE YOUR RESTAURANT IN THREE WORDS

Friendly Quality Fun

A: Its a Brasserie with a full menu. The other TAPS locations all work with a limited kitchen so everything is baked. No fryers, no stove, no flame at all. We do a lot considering our limitations. The mall location has a full kitchen so we’re doing fish dishes, pasta, a great New York Strip Steak Fritz. Of course, we are also doing an AMAZING BURGER 100% Wagyu grass-fed beef. It’s as good as you can get. Q: What makes your restaurant unique? A: It’s a very social and lively place to eat. Many people ask if it’s a good spot to meet people. We have had many guests meet at TAPS, marry, and come back to celebrate anniversaries with us.

Q: What is the inspiration behind your recipes? A: Smart cooking and quality ingredients. I have written the recipe for almost every dish on our menu. I’m Italian so that influences our menu. I believe in fresh, healthy food that tastes great. Q: What is your favorite feature of your restaurant? A: I’m not originally from Florida so I truly value that outdoor life we are afforded. TAPS has always embraced it. Our store fronts roll up to open the space to outdoors. When the weather is right, there is not better spot to be.

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Island Time

Diners took it easy at the Bahama Breeze Reggae Fest Rocky Point’s Bahama Breeze restaurant celebrated the sounds, tastes, sights and vibes of Jamaica all summer long with Reggae Fest. Every Saturday, Tampa’s top reggae talent entertained guests on the spacious waterfront patio with live music and sounds of the islands. In addition to dancing and celebrating a “don’t worry, be happy,” carefree attitude, guests also enjoyed pop-up rum punch bars, games, giveaways and more. Inside, diners were treated to signature reggae playlists from Gary Gunn, a world-renowned artist and music curator.

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Cask Social Kitchen

CONTACT

RESTAURANT

DISH

208 S. Howard Avenue (813) 251-0051 CaskSocial.com

Cask Social Kitchen is South Tampa’s best spot to eat, drink, and be social around a table with great food and delicious drinks. Sit, sip, and be seen on the Front Porch or dine upstairs in the more intimate Loft Lounge.

DESCRIBE YOUR RESTAURANT IN four WORDS

EAT DRINK BE SOCIAL

Q: What makes your menu unique?

A: Our menu, which changes seasonally, is exclusively designed TJ Miller by Executive Chef Antoine & Vincent Ludcene. He loves to offer a wide Jackson variety of dishes, so you can find OWNERS everything from Chicken ‘N Waffles to Crab Crusted Grouper, flatbreads, salads, and pastas on our menu. Q: How would you describe the food at Cask? A: Our food is new American fare with a bit of a Southern twist. Chef Antoine makes great seafood dishes, and we put our own spin on them with items such as the Cask Low Country Carbonara. Our menu features everything from tuna and scallops to meatloaf and vegetarian selections. We truly have something for everyone.

Q: Do you service large parties/ events? A: The Loft Lounge provides a cozy, intimate atmosphere for all types of gatherings from baby and bridal showers, wedding dinners, birthday parties, and corporate events.

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Maritana Grille

at Loews Don CeSar Hotel

CONTACT

RESTAURANT

Q: What is your favorite feature of your restaurant? A: We love to provide a laid-back atmosphere for guests to gather around great food and drinks to enjoy live music, football, or each other’s company. We have several great features including Tampa Taco Monday, Ladies Night on Thursday, food and drink specials during football games, and live music on the patio every Sunday during brunch.

3400 Gulf Boulevard, St. Pete Beach (727) 360-1882 MaritanaGrille.com

Enjoy a savory dining experience at Loews Don CeSar’s award winning Maritana Grille. This critically acclaimed restaurant features contemporary favorites with a creative twist paired with an extensive wine list and world-class service. Q: How would you describe the atmosphere of your restaurant? A: We combine the ambiance and hospitality of the historic Loews Don CeSar with a fresh, modern look and feel to make even the most ordinary evening feel like a special occasion. Q: What makes your restaurant unique? A: We offer the freshest selection of seafood with unique herbs and spices and combine them with a one-of-a-kind Prime menu, unmatched by any other restaurant on the beach. All while dining in a modern setting highlighted by the Loews Don CeSar’s 88 years of history.

DESCRIBE YOUR RESTAURANT IN THREE WORDS

Innovative refined memorable

Mouhssine Benhamacht

Chef de Cuisine

Q: What is your favorite feature of the restaurant? A: We have an exclusive chef’s table in the kitchen where you can interact with the culinary team as your meal is prepared and presented to you. And we can’t forget CeSar, our resident moray eel in our aquarium wall! Q: What was your inspiration for the new menu? A: The availability and abundance of fresh ingredients combined with a worldly approach to spices and styles to create complex, yet approachable flavors.

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Sweet It Is!

Skip the steak and go straight for the cake (or pie or ice cream) on your next trip to Bernâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Harry Waugh Dessert Room. Written By Marcy Sanford | Photography By Gabriel Burgos

TAMPA Magazine visited the Harry Waugh Dessert Room at Bernâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Steak House in Hyde Park to indulge in the ultimate taste test of decadence with their favorite desserts and drinks from the 40 page menu. 50 OCT NOV 2016

Spotlight Chocola te Peanut Butter Truffle

CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER TRUFFLE You’ll find layers of brownie, peanut butter crisp and two types of mousse inside the dark chocolate ganache layer of this peanut butter lover’s dream.

Favorite Dessert: Scott Tennant, Senior Art Director

BANANA CARAMEL ICE CREAM Served alongside the dessert, this is just one of the many homemade flavors of ice cream served at Bern’s.

BERN’S BAKED ALASKA A decadent combination of Vanilla Lush Cake, Macadamia Nut Ice Cream and Italian meringue flambéed tableside.

BLEND OF LIQUEURS A blend of premium liqueurs toasts the dessert on the outside while it stays cool and creamy on the inside.

elicious. Delectable. Divine. There aren’t enough words in the dictionary to describe the spectacular desserts created in the Harry Waugh Dessert Room at Bern’s Steak House. With its cozy atmosphere and superior service, it is no wonder that hundreds of people from all over the area gather there to celebrate special occasions throughout the week.

Bern’s Baked Alaska

You don’t even need a particular reason to treat yourself to a visit to the Dessert Room – hanging out with friends or co-workers is reason enough. Members of the TAMPA Magazine staff met up one evening to share their favorite desserts and after-dinner drinks and learn a little bit more about the legendary Harry Waugh Dessert Room. In the late 1970s Bern Laxer, founder of Bern’s Steak House, returned from a European vacation with more than just souvenirs and memories. While dining at his friend Harry Waugh’s home in London, Laxer was impressed with his formal drawing room and the idea of a place to retire for after-dinner drinks and desserts. He enjoyed it so much that he wanted to share the experience with guests of his restaurant back home. Continue on next page.

Shawna Wiggs, TAMPA Magazine Group Publisher

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I chose Baked Alaska because it’s a showstopper. As the flaming ball of meringue is presented to your table, it gets all the ‘oohs and ahhs.’ —Shawna Wiggs, Group Publisher

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SAUTERNE DESSERT WINE One of the world’s classic dessert wines, Bern’s has more than a dozen sauternes for every taste (and dessert).

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Spotlight

te Chocola Cheese Pie

CHOCOLATE CHEESE PIE The chocolate cream cheese mousse and chocolate cookie crumb crust is served with a rich chocolate sauce, fresh whipped cream and chocolate shavings.

Favorite Dessert: Aubreigh Roth, Advertising Consultant

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My favorite desserts always include decadent chocolate, but I also love cheesecake, which is why the Chocolate Cheese Pie was so appealing. The pie’s rich filling instantly sticks to the roof of your mouth and fills you quickly!

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—Aubreigh Roth, Advertising Consultant

VALRHONA GOURMET CHOCOLATE Produced in the small town of Tainl’Hermitage in Hermitage, a winegrowing district near Lyon, France, this gourmet chocolate is the only kind used at Bern’s.

King Midas

KING MIDAS Favorite Dessert: Jillian Baco, Senior Art Director

Like most buildings and homes in South Tampa, Bern’s Steak House did not have any room to expand on the ground, so Laxer built up – adding a second floor. When he was finished, the Harry Waugh Dessert Room was larger than all the main dining rooms combined. Climb the opulent stairs and you’ll find 48 private booths, a piano lounge area, a pastry kitchen and storage for an extensive selection of after-dinner wines, scotches, whiskies, cognacs, ports and madeira wines, as well as a cage of rare liquors and the exclusive Bern’s Blends Whiskies.

The dessert room does not take reservations, so it is recommended that you get there early. If you are eating at Bern’s, your server will ensure your afterdinner table is ready for you. About 90 percent of the diners at Bern’s end their evening with one of the 40 different desserts or 14 homemade ice creams they serve. On an average weekend night, Kim Yelvington, Executive Pastry Chef, and her team of 20 pastry chefs make more than 1,000 desserts, many of which could pass for works of art.

CAPPUCCINO BERN’S STEAK HOUSE It takes 10 weeks to make this cup of java. A blend of finely ground, freshly roasted coffee beans are soaked in Kahlua and other flavored liqueurs for 70 days before they are ready to be brewed into the tastiest cappuccino in Tampa. 52 OCT NOV 2016

You’ll definitely feel like a king while eating the rich and moist carrot cake featured in this dessert alongside Macadamia Nut Ice Cream and hot fudge.

CARROT CAKE An homage to the King Midas fable, the “karats” in this cake provide the ultimate yummy golden touch.

Trio of Liquid Center Cakes

Favorite Dessert: Marcy Sanford, Writer

If more than 40 pages of desserts and drinks seems a bit daunting, don’t worry – the servers in the Dessert Room are certified dessert and whiskey experts. “Everyone goes through five weeks of training and has to work for a period of time at every position in the Dessert Room,” said Dessert Room Manager Karli Geer. By the end of their training the servers can expertly flambé your Bananas Foster or Baked Alaska on one of the five custom built flambé carts or guide you to the perfect after-dinner drink to accompany your sweet treat.

Spotlight

TRIO OF LIQUID CENTER CAKES A variation on the beloved volcano chocolate cake, this trio of chocolate cakes is filled with warm centers of dulce de leche, hazelnut, and white chocolate and paired with small scoops of homemade banana caramel, Caramelia crunch, and vanilla bean ice creams.

COCOA BUTTER DESIGNS The intricate designs on top of the mini cakes are created in house by the pastry chefs at Bern’s.

Aubreigh Roth, Advertising Consultant, enjoys a Cappucino Bern’s Steak House.

Beautiful to behold and divine to taste, many of the dessert recipes were developed by Laxer himself after much trial and error. Legend has it that he spent seven years developing the recipe for the Macadamia Nut Ice Cream and experimented with 300 different recipes before finding the perfect combination of ingredients. Classics like the Banana Cheese Pie and Cheesecake Gert have been around before the Dessert Room was even a concept, while newer creative concoctions combine innovative twists to create unique favorites like the Strawberry Key Lime Tart and the Granny Smith Apple Pie with a caramelized apple filling.

In addition to being pampered by the wait staff while indulging your sweet tooth, you can listen to your favorite music performed by the talented nightly pianist. Private booths have their own sound systems so diners can hear him tickle the ivories – you can even use the booth’s private phone to call in your request. “He plays by ear,” said Geer. “Even if he doesn’t know a song, he can listen to it and then play it.” The most requested songs each night? Anything by Billy Joel, Elton John’s “Tiny Dancer” and Queen’s “Bohemian Rhapsody.” Your favorite song played just for you while receiving five-star treatment and enjoying a luscious last course and one more toast to the evening? It doesn’t get any sweeter than that.

ESPRESSO COFFEE Coffee beans are roasted daily at Bern’s and brewed with the minimum amount of water for maximum flavor.

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KITCHEN WIZARD: Ken Schwartz and the magic behind creating destination dining Written By Derek Herscovici

Above: The Fresh Harvest buffet at the Hard Rock Casino in Northfield, Ohio, Right: Ken Schwartz, SSA Foodservice Design & Consulting

ne of the most sought-after restaurant designers in the world, Ken Schwartz has made a living turning the abstract visions of iconic chefs into savory, fully functioning realities. Along the way his Tampa-based firm, SSA Foodservice Design + Consulting, has become the vanguard of adventurous eats, reputed as much for its dependability as its creativity. “It doesn’t matter who our client is, we ask them two things: their vision of the guest experience and what they really think the guests are experiencing,” Schwartz said. “It’s our job to get those two things to be one.” said Schwartz. Schwartz grew up alongside the familyowned restaurant supply company his great-grandfather founded in Ybor City in 1897. Displaying a knack for inventing and design at an early age, he attended a technical high school and studied architecture “four hours a day for four years.”

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“I actually designed my very first home—it got built for somebody—while I was a junior in high school,” he said. Schwartz’s family eventually sold the restaurant supply business, but he followed his passion in college, studying architecture, economics and accounting, eventually selling his post-graduate businesses to start SSA in 1993. SSA’s big break was the redesign of the Don CeSar Hotel on St. Pete Beach, which lead to work on the Hilton Clearwater Beach, then designing the new Columbia Restaurant in Celebration, Florida. Thanks to the success of that restaurant, Schwartz was tapped to design the new 15,000 square-foot kitchen of the original Columbia in Ybor. “After we did the addition to the Columbia in Ybor City we realized [that] not only were people beginning to enjoy our style of service and really our expertise, but that there was a much

greater opportunity out there outside the Tampa Bay area,” he said. The Hard Rock Café selected Schwartz to work on its Orlando franchise, which, at nearly 140,000 square feet, can seat 2,000 people at once and is SSA’s largest project. Today SSA has designed 70 different Hard Rock Cafes in far-flung places like Anchorage, Brussels and Saipan. Since then, SSA has built a staggering resume extending from the Bay Area to around the globe, including hospitals, military bases, sports venues and airports, each project more unique than the last. An SSA signature is its one-of-a-kind “bespoke elements,” singular features combining theatre and engineering for

an unforgettable experience. These range from massive seafood boilers to Korean barbecue tables to “fire pits” with skewers that orbit a flame like planets in a model solar system. All are imagined and created with SSA’s inhouse fabricators and engineers. “The stuff we’re proposing, when a client says, ‘this is great, I want to do it,’ we have to be the people who figure it out,” Schwartz said. “These things didn’t exist before.” While researching concepts for Ulële, Tampa restaurateur Richard Gonzmart asked Schwartz if he could create a fire pit similar to one he had seen at famous steakhouse Queue de Cheval in Montreal. Schwartz said he could, as he had actually designed the one at Queue de Cheval, a client of SSA. The most challenging restaurant Schwartz said he designed is actually three: Bourbon Steak, Bourbon Pub and Michael Mina’s Tailgate, all created with celebrity chef Michael Mina and housed inside Levi’s Stadium, home of the San Francisco 49ers. Though Bourbon Steak and Bourbon Pub operate as a normal restaurant on most days, during “event” days like home football games and concerts, all three restaurants operate as part of the Tailgate, feeding sometimes 3,000 people in a three-hour span. Challenged for space and budget, Mina had to scrap his plan for huge

Left: Island View Casino in Gulfport, Mississippi, Above: Hard Rock Casino Steakhouse individual wood and charcoal-fired grills when it was clear the expenses for cleaning the ventilation systems and air conditioning outweighed its value. “We were asked to cut a million dollars out of the project,” Schwartz said. “In looking at ways to cut, we wanted to eliminate those solid-fuel cooking stations for something that we could use with gas to cook a lot of product but still create that kind of live cooking theater.” Over a couple glasses of wine at Mina’s headquarters, Schwartz sketched out what would be both the solution and the cornerstone of the Mina at Levi’s

Below: Isle Casino in Cape Giradeau, Missouri, Right: Imperial Palace Brazillian Steakhouse, Biloxi, Mississippi

“It doesn’t matter who our client is, we ask them two things: their vision of the guest experience, and what they really think the guests are experiencing. It’s our job to get those two things to be one,” – Ken Schwartz Stadium: a giant, two-story rotisserie to meet the demand. The colossal rotisserie has become an icon for pilgrimaging celebrity chefs who come to take pictures beside it. SSA gets all of their clients through word-of-mouth, something Schwartz attributes to the humility he learned years earlier. “We’re not there to shove our ideas down anyone’s throat,” Schwartz said. “We’re there to help create an incredible guest experience and help facilitate the client in getting from a conceptual place to where their vision is up and running.” TAMPA MAGAZINE 55

LOCAL KNOWLEDGE From local folks Restaurants, Bars and Things to Do

Off the beaten path with Ashley Young (25) Occupational Therapist, Tampa Kids Therapy Tampa resident for 5 years

Favorite date-night spot: Sushi Maru is just a short drive on the expressway to Brandon, and it’s a spot that I go to at least once a week to satisfy my sushi craving. They have generous portions and incredible sushi combinations. I would go every day if I could. Favorite spot to take guests from out of town: Ciccio Water is always no. 1 on my list for out-of-town guests. You can always count on great atmosphere, food and service. Best place to watch a Lightning game with friends: Hattricks It’s close to the arena and is always a good time, full of passionate fans looking for a high five and a celebratory cheer. Best place for a healthy meal: A DIY bowl or fresh pressed juice from Fresh Kitchen, and I’m set. Favorite weekday breakfast spot: Swami Juice has the best acai bowls. They’re always quick and delicious! Favorite Asian food: Thai 5 Food Truck is incredible. It’s a Sunday ritual – crab rangoon, shrimp fried rice, a blanket and Netflix. Best barbecue: I consider myself an expert in this category. 4 Rivers Smokehouse all the way – their sides are A++. My mouth is watering thinking about them! Favorite pizza: Eddie & Sam’s New York Pizza is the best! No. 1 is the lasagna pizza, buffalo is a close no. 2. Favorite place for a craft cocktail and cocktail of choice: I love starting my night out with a Smooth Criminal at Hyde Out. Sweet but not too sweet, just how I like it!

Off the beaten path with Eric r. polins (47) Senior Brand Strategist/Partner, HCP Associates, Inc. Tampa resident for 20 years

Favorite place for a night out with the boys? Malio’s Prime Steakhouse for cigars and wine outside. I just love the layout, design, food, service and total experience. Plus we can get louder outside! My drink of choice is a Bombay Sapphire Martini, bone dry with three blue cheese-stuffed olives. Favorite date-night spot: CinéBistro in Hyde Park Village. Where else can you see a great movie, eat, drink and relax in first-class surroundings all in one place? Favorite place for a power lunch: Mise en Place. They have excellent cuisine and moderate noise with a beautiful atmosphere and fair pricing. Favorite place for a client dinner: Haven. We love taking out-of-town clients to the private room with the glass wall showing off the kitchen! Favorite place for special family occasions: Armani’s. My wife and I had our wedding reception there, and it will always be near and dear to our hearts. It’s still the closest thing to a five-star experience in Tampa! Plus our waiter of 18 years is still there! Favorite local store: Schiller’s Architectural & Design Salvage. It’s a unique antique store specializing in items like reclaimed lumber and antique collectibles. Half of our office and most of our home is filled with cool stuff from Schiller’s.

Off the beaten path with James Ramos (45) Owner, Ramos Design Build & RE/MAX Bay to Bay Tampa resident for 37 years

Favorite date-night spot: My wife, Connie, and I love to explore the wine list at the bar at Bern’s Steakhouse. Favorite place for a power lunch: Malio’s Prime Steakhouse. I have not been in a while, but when we go, my oldest brother will reserve a large round table for the five brothers, and we will proceed to eat and talk over one another for two hours. Favorite place to grab a meal downtown: Taps on Ashley Drive. I love the food and the owners, James and Elizabeth DeVito. Favorite Mexican restaurant: We get take out from the Green Lemon on Howard Avenue at least once a week. Favorite exercise class or gym: I work out with Tina Bozman at Pulse Personal Training by Alejandro on Manhattan Avenue. She is a friend, trainer, dietician and psychiatrist all in one. Favorite place to catch live music: Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park. There’s nothing better than live music in the heart of our great city! I can remember when I was kid and downtown was not the place to hang out. Now we look for reasons to go downtown. Favorite beach spot: Bob Heilman’s Beachcomber Restaurant. My father used to take us there when we were kids, and I have carried on that tradition with my children. Favorite Bay-area beach: It’s a toss-up between Clearwater and Pass-a-Grille. I like them both equally, it just depends on where our friends are at the time. Favorite place across the bay: The Don CeSar Hotel. Many of my friends and I put on a wiffle ball fundraiser for four years benefiting All Children’s Hospital and have many great memories in that hotel.

Off the beaten path with CATHERINE ANSEL (47) Owner, Couture Designer Resale Boutique Tampa resident for 13 years

Favorite spot to take guests from out of town: I wow out-of-town guests with Ulële’s amazing food and picturesque views. Favorite place for special family occasions: We like Catch Twenty-Three, located right in our neighborhood (Westchase). Not only is it close by, but it has delicious options for everyone. Favorite local store: RareHues Modern Vintage Market is my go-to spot for finding unique home décor. Featuring an array of local artisans, it’s a one-of-a-kind shopping experience. Favorite place for authentic cuisine: Whenever I want to be reminded of home, I go to So Gourmet Bakery on South Dale Mabry and indulge in one of their fabulous French quiches, croissants or pastries. Favorite weekday breakfast spot: The Grind in Westchase is the perfect local spot to grab a quick coffee and healthy breakfast prior to work. Hidden gem restaurant: Terra Sur, a Peruvian café in Carrollwood. Try the sangria and the ceviche – it doesn’t disappoint. Best fine dining spot: For special occasions, Restaurant BT is an easy choice with its unique ambiance, awe-inspiring presentation and fresh French-Vietnamese flavor. Favorite place for a healthy meal: Swami Juice has the best acai bowl. Any time I am in South Tampa, I have to have it. Favorite museum: The Dalí Museum in St. Petersburg. We’re fortunate to have the largest collection of Salvador Dalí’s work in the United States right in our own backyard.

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WHEN THE PRESIDENT CAME TO TOWN Unforgettable moments on the campaign trail in Tampa Written By Derek Herscovici

From hurricanes at the 2012 Republican National Convention to Cuban sandwiches on the campaign trail, Tampa is a unique test on the road to the Presidency. A litmus test of national diversity, social mores and political disposition, as well as crucial fundraising grounds for both sides of the aisle, today Florida and Tampa in particular commands the most electoral

votes of all swing states. In every year except 1992, when George H. W. Bush edged Bill Clinton by less than two percentage points, Florida has picked the winning candidate in every election regardless of party since 1964. The facts make plain what strategists have known all along: whoever wins Florida wins the White House.

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1963 Kennedy

Teddy Roosevelt and the Rough Riders

John F. Kennedy November 7, 1963 Kennedy’s second visit to Tampa may be remembered for iconic photos of the dashing young president greeting thousands of supporters, but behind the scenes every moment of the fivehour trip was fraught with danger.

President Roosevelt and the Rough Riders The story of Theodore Roosevelt’s triumphant return to politics after years “roughing it” in North Dakota can be directly traced to his victories in the Spanish-American War. In 1898, when the United States and Spain declared war on each other, Roosevelt left his job as Assistant Secretary of the Navy to form the First U.S. Volunteer Cavalry Regiment, known as the “Rough Riders.” The Regiment arrived in Tampa in May 1898 before departing for Cuba, where Roosevelt’s famous charge up San Juan Hill, and later the siege of Santiago, turned him into a war hero at home. He returned a decorated veteran to become Governor of New York, then William McKinley’s vice president, before assuming the presidency in 1901. -The Deseret News 5/28/1903

Threatened by angry segregationists, angry pro-Castro Cubans and angry anti-Castro mobsters, like Santo Trafficante, Secret Service lived a virtual nightmare trying to protect the President.

The centerpiece of the visit, a motorcade route through downtown and Grand Central Boulevard, was the most demanding security task of the trip. Retired Tampa policeman Russell Groover, who worked security detail that day, said thousands of regional lawmen and military personnel “stood in every building along the route, on every floor and every roof.” Four days later Kennedy would be assassinated in Dallas; Tampa officials voted to rename Grand Central Boulevard in his honor. -Tampa Tribune 11/3/13

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President Kennedy addresses the 2506 Cuban Invasion Brigade. L-R: Miami Mayor Robert King High, Manuel Artime (saluting), former Cuban President Jose Miro Cardona, President Kennedy, Mrs. Kennedy.

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1985 Reagan

Nixon’s “Southern Strategy” earns the support of the KKK

Reagan at the Old Folks Home

Controversy between Richard Nixon and Kennedy during the 1960 election seems tame compared to the politics of today, but back then public perception could swing on a dime. Part of the Republican Nixon holds a model of the space shuttle and its Party’s “Southern Strategy” transport plane while standing with Governor Claude was to incite voters against Kirk and Congressman Bill Cramer at the airport in St. integration and play upon Petersburg. the more undesirable characteristics of Jim Crow holdouts like Tampa. William J. Griffin, a high-ranking “Grand Dragon” in the Ku Klux Klan, brought a wave of scorn on Nixon after openly supporting him instead of Kennedy. During the first nationally televised presidential debate, Kennedy grilled Nixon on the endorsement; Nixon’s rejection couldn’t shake the public’s unsavory perception of him. “I don’t give a damn what Nixon said. I’m still voting for him,” Griffin said. “We would vote for Nixon even if we weren’t klansmen. Millions of klansmen will back him too. We are an American organization, and we picked the Nixon-Lodge ticket and we’re going to vote it, just like any other American organization would.” -Daytona Beach Morning Journal 10/14/1960

At 74 years old when he visited Tampa in 1985, Ronald Reagan knew he had more in common with the nation’s grandfathers than its youth. Discussing tax reform with nearly 3,000 senior citizens inside Tampa’s Curtis Hixon Hall, the former Hollywood star snuck in a reference to an old, broken down car President Regan at the GOP Convention on July 17, 1980 on “The Jack Benny Program,” a 1930s radio show. “I seem to remember one time when the Maxwell car on the “Benny” show ran out of gas,” said Reagan. “Jack Benny’s line was, ‘I don’t understand; the gas gauge says it’s full.’ And then it was Rochester, his sidekick there on the show, who says, “Well, it’s painted that way.” “Well, my friends, today we have a Maxwell car tax code,” Reagan continued. “It’s painted fair and simple, but, in truth, it’s unfair, unjust and complicated to the point of absurdity.” Reagan would win all but one county in Florida by a landslide. -Reagan Library Archives 9/12/1985

1992 Clinton Bill Clinton, Jimmy Buffett and Stephen Stills Downtown “I want a saxophone player in the White House,” Jimmy Buffet said during the mini-concert he and Tampa son Stephen Stills held at a downtown Bill Clinton rally in 1992. “I’m tired of Republicans in the White House. I haven’t been invited in 12 years.”

2012 Obama Order the “Obama” The year was 2012, and Barack Obama was hitting the reelection trail across Florida. Though his visit to Tampa had been widely publicized, Willy Barrionuevo had no idea that the president’s itinerary included a stop at his restaurant, the West Tampa Sandwich Shop.

Despite the young candidate’s star power, Buffett was the undisputed highlight of the event, even managing to burn incumbent VP Dan Quayle in the process.

Barrionuevo said in a 2013 Tampa Tribune interview that the staff only had minutes to prepare for the arrival of the the president’s motorcade, including allowing Secret Service to sweep the area and block off the roads around the restaurant.

“Some people claim that there’s a woman to blame, but I know it’s not Murphy Brown’s fault” Buffett sang in an altered version of “Margaritaville,” mocking Quayle’s recent speech chastising the television character’s choice to become a single mother.

In addition to ordering the specialty honey Cuban sandwich and a tripleta (a ham, pork and steak sandwich), Obama picked up 17 sandwiches for security. Today you can order the honey Cuban and tripleta combo just by asking for “the Obama.”

-Orlando Sun-Sentinel 10/28/1992

-Tampa Tribune 9/10/12

President Clinton welcomed at a joint session of Florida’s legislature

Clinton had summoned his folkiest firepower for the rally, vowing to tighten the embargo on Cuba, fighting offshore drilling and ending “trickle-down” economics. Clinton roused the Tampa crowd against Bush, saying “The economy of Florida is in shambles, and yet they say if there is one big state in America we can depend on, it’s Florida – they’ll just knee-jerk and vote Republican.”

President Obama at the West Tampa Sandwich Shop

TAMPA MAGAZINE 00 Photography Credits: Tampa-Hillsborough County Public Library System -Roosevelt. The State Archives of Florida Kennedy, Nixon. The Clinton Presidential Library and Museum - Clinton. West Tampa Sandwich Shop - Obama

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SEPT 30-OCT 2

Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9 Attend an evening filled with classical favorites by renowned 18th century composer Ludwig Van Beethoven performed by the Florida Orchestra. Beethoven is most known for his timeless pieces including “Fur Elise” and “Moonlight Sonata.” Tickets are $30-$405, check website for times and locations. (727) 892- 3337 // floridaorchestra.org

SEPT 23-OCT 30

Howl-OScream

Enjoy cringing at the monsters, ghosts, vampires and zombies on television these days? Experience the thrill of running from them in real life at Busch Gardens’ HowlO-Scream on select nights. This yearly attraction is sure to leave you searching for a safe haven and a way out. See website for ticket prices and times. Busch Gardens, 10165 North McKinley Drive, Tampa (888) 800-5447 // seaworldparks.com

OCT 1

One Step At A Time Gala

Freedom to Walk Foundation’s Fourth Annual Gala aims to bring awareness to children with physical disabilities and neurological disorders. The event includes fine dining, music, dancing, raffles and silent auctions to help fundraise for a variety of causes. Visit website for ticket prices. 6:00 p.m. The Tampa Club, 101 East Kennedy Blvd Suite 4200, Tampa (813) 546-2329 // freedomtowalkfoundation.com

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Brews by the Bay

The Florida Aquarium’s Eighth Annual Beer and Food Festival presented by Pepin Distributing brings beer and cuisine from all over the globe. Savor some of the most unique culinary creations with a “sea of live entertainment.” Tickets are $45-$60, 8:00 p.m. The Florida Aquarium, 701 Channelside Drive, Tampa (813) 273-4030 // flaquarium.org/event-calendar

Top o’ the Bay Oktoberfest

Welcome the arrival of autumn with beer, food, dancing as well as other festivities to celebrate the harvest season. Fun for the whole family, Oktoberfest features a weekend of nonstop entertainment and Outrageous Bavarian Games. Tickets are $10- $25. See website for times. Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park, 600 North Ashley Drive, Tampa (813) 397-8722 // oktoberfesttampa.com

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OCT 7-29

Creatures of the Night

This new Halloween event accommodates children, teens and adults. Book your tickets and be sure to enjoy a night of scares and seasonal festivities. You never know what you’re going to find in the park after dark! See website for ticket prices and times. Lowry Park Zoo, 1101 West Sligh Avenue, Tampa (813) 935-8552 // lowryparkzoo.org

OCT 7-9

Cirque de la Symphonie Witness a night full of cirque-style acrobats, aerialists, strongmen and contortionists accompanied by the Florida Orchestra. Each artist’s performance is professionally choreographed to classical masterpieces. A beautiful combination of circus and theater, this spectacle is the first of its kind. Tickets are $30- $405, check website for times and locations. (727) 892- 3337 // floridaorchestra.org

OCT 16

Amy Schumer

The comedian and star of the hit 2015 summer comedy movie “Trainwreck” and award-winning series “Inside Amy Schumer” is making a pit stop in Tampa. Her witty, self-deprecating and intellectual humor will have you rolling on the floor laughing. Tickets are $35.25-$120, 7:30 p.m. Amalie Arena, 410 Channelside Drive, Tampa (813) 301-6500 // amaliearena.com

NOV 8-13

The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Nighttime

Take a mysterious journey with fifteen-year-old Christopher, who is falsely accused of killing his neighbor’s dog. Filled with plot twists and shocking discoveries, the five-time Tony Award-winning play will follow his search for the truth amidst all the lies. See website for ticket prices and times. Straz Center for the Performing Arts, 1010 North W.C MacInnes Place, Tampa (813) 229-7827 // strazcenter.org

OCT 22

The Crohn’s & Colitis Take Steps Walk

Take steps for Crohn’s & Colitis at Cotanchobee Fort Brooke Park. The walk is fully dedicated to fundraising and finding cures for these debilitating digestive diseases. This event is open to the public, but you must register for the event online. 2:30 p.m. Cotanchobee Fort Brooke Park, 601 Old Water Street, Tampa (813) 693-2546 // ccfa.org

MegaCon

Sci-fi, superhero and comic enthusiasts who seek an exclusive sneak peek on series updates and their favorite characters do not want to miss this convention. Meet actors from popular shows and movies, purchase limited-edition items and get your cosplay on. Tickets are $25-$45. See website for times. Tampa Convention Center, 333 S. Franklin Street, Tampa (813) 274-8511 // megacontampabay.com

Clean Gulf Expo

Carrie Underwood

The country music star, seven-time Grammy winner and champion of season four of “American Idol” is performing in Tampa as part of her “Storyteller” tour. Stomp your boots to hits like “Before He Cheats,” “Blown Away” and her current hit, “Heartbeat.” Tickets are $46.25$76.25, 7:00 p.m. Amalie Arena. 401 Channelside Drive, Tampa (813) 301-6500 // amaliearena.com

NOV 18-20

Great American Pops

OCT 28-30

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NOV 16

The Florida Orchestra not only pays tribute to classical and legendary artists, but commemorates modern artists, as well. This show will feature music from both Arthur Fiedler and John Williams, who helped to create the foundation for American pop music. Tickets are $30- $405. Check website for times and locations. (727) 892-3337 // floridaorchestra.org

The Clean Gulf Expo is an annual event held to educate and inform the public on spill prevention, preparedness and responding to incidents that can harm the environment. This event aims to advocate for a wellinformed community and create closer ties with state and federal regulators. See website for ticket prices, and times. Tampa Convention Center, 333 South Franklin Street, Tampa (813) 274-8511 // cleangulf.org

NOV 17

Neil deGrasse Tyson

The critically acclaimed astrophysicist, cosmologist, author and host of “Cosmos” is reinvigorating the public’s knowledge and curiosity in the mysteries of space and science related topics. Join him for a lecture that will leave you feeling enlightened. Visit website for ticket prices. 7:30 p.m. Straz Center for the Performing Arts, 1010 North W.C MacInnes Place, Tampa (813) 229- 7827 // strazcenter.org

NOV 26

Dolly Parton

She’s the most honored female country performer of all time, and she’s making her way to Tampa. This living legend and Country Hall of Famer will bring back memories with “Jolene” and tug on your heartstrings with “I Will Always Love You” and much more. Tickets are $45.75$1,921.25, 7:30 p.m. Amalie Arena, 401 Channelside Drive, Tampa (813) 301-6500 // amaliearena.com

NOV 29-DEC 4

Into the Woods

The critically acclaimed Broadway musical and 2014 film is playing select nights at the Straz Center. The musical masterfully reinvents and combines well-known fables into a new story with familiar characters and interesting plot twists. See website for ticket prices and times. Straz Center for the Performing Arts, 1010 North W.C MacInnes Place, Tampa (813) 229-7827 // strazcenter.org TAMPA MAGAZINE 65

2017 Annual Top Doc’s Edition

SYLVIA CAMPBELL, M.D. First-place Winner Breast Cancer Surgery JOHN RAYHACK, M.D. First-place Winner Hand Surgery

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COMING NOVEMBER 22, 2016 Our health-related editions are our largest and most popular of the year. They are a trusted resource for local Bay area medical care. Readers will find our 2017 list in this special physician edition, along with in-depth profiles of doctors in different specialties.

TOP DOCTORS edition 66 OCT NOV 2016

Who decides who is a Top Doctor? Who picks the doctors? Physicians do. To select the physicians, TAMPA Magazine obtains lists of

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all Bay area physicians, including medical doctors, osteopathic doctors, and podiatrists from their respective medical boards. TAMPA Magazine then mails surveys to those physicians, with anonymous prepaid return envelopes. The surveys ask the doctors to nominate peers who, in their judgment, are the best in each of 52 specialties. We then tally the votes and select a vote threshold for each field.

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Yes. Once the list is compiled, TAMPA Magazine’s fact-checkers verify the doctors’ names, addresses, phone numbers, board certifications (physicians must be board-certified to qualify) and Maintenance of Certificate (MOC) statuses. Each name is checked against the state medical board to determine if the doctor is currently under probation or has had his or her license revoked. Those who have will be removed.

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