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FASHION Staying Cool

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TRAVEL

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by Susan B. Barnes A Bermuda Short

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ARTS

by Janan Talafer 10 Great Arts Venues in Tampa Bay

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GARDEN

by Susan B. Barnes Take It Outside 10 Best Outdoor Living Ideas

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ATTRACTIONS HOME

by Gale Steves Celebrate the “Top 10” Hot Designers

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HEALTH

by Cathleen McCann Ten Tantalizing Tips to De-stress and Better Your Health

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A Venetian Vacation

CULINARY MASTERS

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by Catherine Mitseas The VENUE’s Chef Rob Uzzillia’s culinary skills provide him with instant gratification

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DISH Sea Sea Riders Restaurant, Dunedin

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REAL ESTATE Utopia? Look no further than this Vinoy Park townhome.

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by Jeffrey DiMaio, CSW Top 10 Wine Trends

Above & Beyond The Renaissance Vinoy

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STYLE Self Indulgence times 10

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10th Anniversary “Top Ten” Dear Reader, As you have heard on recent television and radio advertisements, vacation promotions this summer are focusing on staying in our beautiful state and taking in the pristine beaches and outdoor “playgrounds.” Likewise, I would encourage you to find something new in this issue to try this summer. Our “Top 10” issue gives you many choices of entertainment, dining, wines, decorating, cool clothing, and even health tips.

To start off, read about the Renaissance Vinoy Resort & Golf Club on St. Petersburg’s waterfront. This is a great place for a “staycation” or for a dinner out on the weekend. Another great place for a night out on the town is The VENUE, as highlighted in dR CULINARY MASTERS. The photos and menu descriptions in the dR RESTAURANT REGISTRY this month actually made my mouth water. There are so many choices in the Tampa Bay area, we just couldn’t choose ten. I hope you will make it a challenge to try a new place each week this summer.

Our 10 Great Art Venues in Tampa Bay article includes our favorite cultural treasures. Although the photos show a good representation of these places, you will not feel the wonder of the art without seeing them on the inside for yourselves. Why not choose one a month and experience a few of these great places over the summer? Make an evening of it with friends, ending at your home with a nice bottle of wine from our Top 10 Wine Trends article.

If you are in the market for a vacation a little further from home, we have featured the Cambridge Beaches Resort & Spa in Bermuda. See our dR TRAVEL section for more details.

Please take the time to read through all of our Top 10 listings and let us know what you think! If you have your own personal “Top 10” item you would like to share with us, please do.

Enjoy the summer!

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Self Indulgence times10 The Natalie Scott Cactus Collection Cactus bases start at $1,200 Available at MarketPlace Interiors, Tampa, 813-251-3555 or www.nataliescottdesigns.com

David Yurman Chiclet necklace $3,500 Chiclet earrings $925 Available at Neiman Marcus, International Plaza, www.neimanmarcus.com

Chanel shades of blue scarf $385 Available at Neiman Marcus, International Plaza; www.neimanmarcus.com

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Tennis star Maria Sharapova’s new line of women’s sunglasses $250 Available at The Optic Shop, Tampa, 813-254-5050

Judith Leiber Enchanted Clutch A crystal-detailed bird perches atop a nest of beaded satin $2,995 Available at Neiman Marcus, International Plaza, www.neimanmarcus.com 16 www.duPontREGISTRY.com/TampaBay

Gold iPad Cover made of 22-karat gold with 25.5 carats of diamonds and 53 gems in the 22-karat Apple logo. Wi-Fi and 3G, 64GB. $160,179 Available at www.stuarthughes.com

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Manolo Blahnik Green feathered d'Orsay $865 Available at Neiman Marcus, International Plaza, www.neimanmarcus.com

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Dale Chihuly, Royal Violet Basket Set, 2010, Portland Press Studio Edition. $6,600. www.MoreanArtsCenter.org

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“Cool” Summer Additions for your Wardrobe

TIBI If the ‘90s supermodels threw a 19th century party, you might find them wearing this lush collection.

Navy one-shouldered dress with sequined begonia appliqué. Silk. $475 Ippolita earrings.

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NANETTE LEPORE This dress has a “firecracker� burst of hand-sewn silk loops on the shoulder.

Mulitcolored dress. Silk/Linen. $298 Ippolita earrings, Vaubel gold-tone bangle.

Kenneth Jay Lane wooden bangle.

IPPOLITA These pieces are made from Ippolita’s proprietary 18k gold alloy, which is hand-cast and hand-hammered.

18k yellow-gold jewelry.

Chain-link necklace. 18�L $2,900 Dome ring. $995 Medium wavy bangle. $1,995 Thin bangle. $695 Mini chain-link bracelet. $1,995 Twisted bangle. $1,495 Thin wavy bangle. $995 All made in Italy.

Kidney bean bangle with Mother-of-Pearl cabochon. $4,200 Rock Candy Gelato bangle with Mother-of-Pearl cabochon. $3,500

M MISSONI The sleek signature hand of this dress’ yarn ensures more intense color.

Yellow knit zig-zag off-the-shoulder dress. Viscose/cotton.

Made in Italy. $695 Jimmy Choo shoes. $995 David Yurman bangles.

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MOCHINO Hand-sewm buttons, snaps and floral appliquĂŠ give this organza silk tunic event more whimsy than initially meets the eye.

Mulicolored organza tunic.

Silk blend. $695 White ankle paints.

Stretch cotton. $360 Ippolita ring.

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MARC BY MARC JACOBS This collection experiments with color blocking within the same palette.

Here, a bright blue bustier is paired with sleek navy pants.

Silk bustier. $298 Blue sateen pants. Cotton. $228 Gold tone necklace. $148 Giuseppe Zanotti shoes.

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REBECCA TAYLOR This scarlet poppy print is a signature of the collection, appearing on the Spring 2010 runway.

Scarlet asymmetrical one-shouldered dress. Washed silk. $325 Jimmy Choo sandals. $795

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ESCADA This ultra-light jersey crepe dress features an abstract exotic-bird print developed exclusively for Escada.

Multicolored printed jersey dress. Stretch viscose.

Imported. $1,290 Ippolita earrings.

Kenneth Jay Lane bangle.

ETRO The color palette of this dress was inspired by the designer's coastal home in Ibiza, where sand, turquoise and coral abound.

Cherry and aqua paisley print jersey dress with draping at the waist and a surplice neckline. Stretch viscose.

Made in Italy. $1,275 Ippolita earrings and bangles.

Giuseppe Zanotti shoes.

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dR TRAVEL

A Bermuda Short

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estled quietly on a peninsula on the west coast of Bermuda, Cambridge Beaches Resort & Spa—one of the oldest resorts of its kind anywhere—is 30 acres of heaven, floating right in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean.

Those seeking respite from a busy world, and from all around the world, have found their way here. Cell phones don’t work well on the resort’s grounds, nearly forcing you to disconnect, and reconnect with yourself.

Accommodations are found in traditional pink cottages that dot the perimeter of the grounds, each affording a unique view of the landscape beyond— the endless Atlantic Ocean to the north, tranquil Mangrove Bay to the east and

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Cambridge Beaches Resort & Spa

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Long Bay to the west, and some with views of the resort’s manicured grounds.

For a real treat, book a pool suite overlooking the Atlantic with its own plunge pool—the most exclusive of accommodations found at the resort.

There’s so much to do at Cambridge Beaches, it’s hard to decide what to do first. Sure, you can lounge on a chaise on one of the resort’s four private beaches, cooled by the trade winds, and laze the day away, stopping only to sip a refreshing drink. Or, perhaps venture over to the spa for a massage, customized specifically for you with the technique that will benefit you most.

When the gentle call of the waters wins over relaxation, you have plenty of

options. Rent a motor boat and cruise around the island, or charter a sail boat for a gentler way to enjoy the coastline.

For more of an adventure, take out a kayak and glide atop the water, maybe spotting some marine life below.

Back on land, practice your stroke on the putting green, your serve on the tennis courts, or try a new sport and take a swing at croquet.

If you must leave the resort, Cambridge Beaches rents scooters and bikes to explore the area beyond the gates.

Dining at Cambridge Beaches is an experience in and of itself. The resort boasts three restaurants—Tamarisk, Breezes and Shutters—and serves break-

fast, lunch and dinner daily, as well as high tea every afternoon. Tamarisk Restaurant, the main dining room, has been rated one of Bermuda’s finest by Food & Wine Magazine. If you simply can’t part with the view from your room, opt for room service served on your pri-

vate terrace. For lunch, ask for a picnic and spread a blanket on a secluded beach—the perfect spot for romance.

A visit to Cambridge Beaches Resort & Spa will reconnect you with yourself, and refresh you to return to the “real world,” if you must. dR

BERMUDA Bermuda is about a six-hour trip from Tampa, with a change of planes, and flights are available on most major airlines. Rental cars are not available in Bermuda; the best way to get around is by taxi or bus.

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800-468-7300 For more information on visiting Bermuda, visit www.bermudatourism.com.

Top 10 Things to See and Do 1. Spend time on Horseshoe Bay Beach, Bermuda’s most famous beach 2. Rent a scooter and explore the island in your own time.

3. Climb to the top of Gibbs’ Hill Lighthouse for 360-degree views of the island.

4. Go underground and be awed by stalactites and stalagmites at The Cyrstal Caves of Bermuda.

5. Rent a bike and ride along the Bermuda Railway Trail.

6. Shop your way along the streets of downtown Hamilton, the capital of Bermuda.

7. Step back in history at the Royal Naval Dockyard.

8. Bite into a piece of rum cake from the Bermuda Rum Cake Factory.

9. Snorkel the pristine waters surrounding Bermuda.

10.Turn your gaze heavenwards and watch the stars light up the night sky.

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dR ARTS

in Tampa Bay

A renaissance of the arts is underway in Tampa Bay. Cultural treasures like the Tampa Museum of Art, the Dali Museum, St. Petersburg Museum of Fine Arts and the Morean Arts Center are reinventing themselves and expanding both their facilities and their collections. Dozens of small galleries like the newly restored Crislip Arcade in downtown St. Petersburg are also flourishing. Art inspires, educates and adds to the vibrancy of a community. As the temperature soars this summer, spend some time inside at one of Tampa Bay’s many fabulous arts venues.

Here are 10 places you’ll want to visit.

1 Chihuly Collection. St. Petersburg scored a major coup when Dale Chihuly, the most recognized glass artist in the world today, agreed to partner with the Morean Arts Center at this amazing Beach Drive shop exhibiting a permanent collection of his dazzling work.

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Tampa Museum of Art. This new iconic museum has an unusual pierced aluminum façade that appears to shimmer when the light hits it. Inside, wander through the galleries, then visit the outdoor sculpture garden or sit on the covered patio and contemplate the Hillsborough River. Enjoy Saturday morning yoga right in the midst of exhibition space.

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St. Petersburg Museum of Fine Arts. Two years ago, the St. Petersburg Museum of Fine Art opened the new Hazel Hough wing, which doubled the gallery

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Dale Chihuly, Float Boat, 2008, 46”x68”x210”

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area and added an outstanding glasswalled space that houses a small café overlooking the St. Petersburg waterfront.

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Raymond James Art Collection. The private collection of Tom James, chairman of the board and CEO of Raymond James Financial, and his wife Mary, is displayed at the Raymond James’ headquarters in St. Petersburg.

The art showcases contemporary American artists, much of it celebrating Western and Southwestern art. Private tours may be requested.

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Morean Arts Center. Watch a glass blowing demonstration at the new outdoor glass hot shop, attend a program at the family friendly Bank of America Children’s Learning Center or tour the sleek new gallery space. Visit the expanded clay program at the historic

Seaboard Train Station, also home to the St. Petersburg Clay Company.

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Dali Museum. When it opens next January, the new $36 million Dali Museum will be an eye-catching landmark on the St. Petersburg waterfront.

The new museum’s surrealistic design features a hue geodesic glass structure that appears to flow out of a rectangular structure—very Dali-esque. Inside, a spiral staircase resembling a strand of DNA will anchor the lobby.

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Dunedin Fine Art Center. A recent $1 million donation will help expand gallery and classroom space at this wellknown arts education organization offering dozens of classes for children and adults. The center is also known for its provocative Wearable ART Fashion Show, held every November.

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Salvador Dalí, The Discovery of America

by Christopher Columbus, 1958-59, Oil on canvas; The Dalí Museum, St. Petersburg In the USA © Salvador Dali Museum, Inc. St. Petersburg, Florida, 2010; Worldwide rights © Salvador Dalí. Fundación Gala-Salvador Dali (Artists Rights Society) 2010

1997, Last Judgement, Leepa-Rattner Museum

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Florida Craftsmen Gallery. The art of fine crafts rises to a new level at this St. Petersburg gallery, the only organization in the state representing Florida craft artists. Don’t miss the CraftArt weekend outdoor event held every November and the annual holiday show.

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Leepa-Rattner Museum. This Tarpon Springs museum on the campus of St. Petersburg College is designed to resemble a ship, in keeping with the local fishing and sponge industry. It houses a collection of 20th century art, much of it by Abraham Rattner, whose work was donated to the museum by his stepson Allen Leepa.

10 USF Contemporary Art Museum.

Contemporary art from around the world is exhibited at this museum on the University of South Florida Tampa campus. The facility also serves as an education-learning lab for students, artists, museum professionals and art scholars. Photo unavailable. dR

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dR GARDEN

Take It Outside

“Get outside!” It’s a phrase that rings true for all of us whose mothers’ voices carried that message throughout our homes as soon as school was out for summer. “Go out and play!” “Enjoy your

by Susan B. Barnes youth!” “It’s summer!”

Well, just because school’s been out for awhile now for most of us, our mothers’ words still ring true. It’s summertime, and the perfect time to be outside.

“In Florida?,” you ask. Yes! We talked with some of the best outdoor living experts in the Tampa Bay area about how to make the most of the outdoors – even in summer.

So, listen to your mother and go outside!

10 Best Outdoor Living Ideas

It all starts with an idea “Flip through travel magazines, look around your favorite resort and pool areas, look for images online. It’s all about getting the creative juices flowing,” says Kim Levell of Levell Designs and Martha Stewart’s outdoor design expert for her radio show on XM/Sirius.

Chris Phillips of Phillips Pools has seen the trend shift to hardscaping around pool areas, accented by landscaping. www.exteriordecorating.com, www.phillipspools.com

Have a seat Once the design is in place, it’s only natural to create a comfortable area to enjoy yourself. The Bronze Lady offers an assortment of comfy pieces, from complete sets to environmentallyfriendly Adirondack chairs crafted from recycled plastic lumber that is colored throughout to prevent fading. www.bronzelady2000.com

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Light up the Night How would you like stars to seemingly sparkle overheard in your pool cage?

With a patented lighting system from Nebula LED Lighting Systems, that sparkle is reality! Jamie Polkosnik and his team at Nebula snap a one-and-a-half inch vinyl piece with LED lighting into the underside of the beams within the cage and voila—starlight! A dimmer adjusts

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brightness, from reading light to ambience. According to Mary Peterson with Signature Landscape Lighting, lowvoltage landscape lighting looks great and provides security around the home. www.nebulalighting.com www.signaturellinc.com

Away, You Pest!

A challenge of spending any quality time outside during the summer is the annoying pests buzzing around. Consider that

challenge met! BugSlayer offers a system of misters that repels those pests, keeping your yard free of intruders all summer long. Misting nozzles are placed strategically in cool, dark, moist areas where mosquitoes and the like tend to “hang out,” like plant beds, and are connected to a reservoir system that holds one of three different types of chemicals —natural plant oil, a natural insecticide, or a synthetic. Each of these is mild, much like those used on dogs to prevent

fleas and ticks. “We want to ambush the pests before they have a chance to take someone’s blood,” says Sam Velong of BugSlayer.

Turn it up!

Who needs to get tangled up in wires when dancing the night away? The new OutCast wireless speakers lets you take the music outdoors. The premium sound will surprise you, and you can connect OutCast to your iPod, MP3 player, computer—even your TV—and let the music play. Go ahead, turn it up! www.soundcastsystems.com

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It’s time to play Looking for a way to get the kids or your grandkids off the couch and outside?

Nicole Gulledge at Woodplay USA suggests a 100 percent Redwood-constructed playset. Woodplay Tampa Bay sells the finest quality, fully warranted playsets in Tampa Bay. With a huge selection of professionally built playsets that are backed by the most comprehensive warranty in the industry, you can give your kids another reason to get outside this summer. www.woodplayusa.com

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Beat the heat We do live in Florida, and it does get hot.

Imagine if you could reduce the temperature by eight to 10 degrees. That’s just what Sam Velong and his team at HeatSlayer can do with a cool mist spraying system. A high-pressure pump forces water through a small nozzle, fragmenting the water into particles that evaporate. The result—something that was practically intolerable is instantly bearable. Cool! www.mistflorida.com

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“In today’s world, people are looking to simplify, to make things easier when they entertain,” says Lauren Fiske of TriplePoint Design Build. Whether you’re looking to update an existing space, or create someplace for family and friends to gather, think simple. Also,

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“Choose items that can withstand our climate—the heat of summer and the cold of the winter season.” www.triplepointdb.com

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It’s hard to believe, but fall is just around the corner, and then, winter. Outdoor fireplaces are more than just aesthetically pleasing – they provide heat for those chilly winter nights. Doug Driscoll’s Just Grillin’ builds masonry fireplaces brick by brick, or can install outdoor stainlesssteel vented or vent-free fireplaces and finish them off for an authentic look. His clients also like tiki torches and fire pits, both of which can be accessed via remote control. www.justgrillinflorida.com

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More and more, people are moving their kitchens outdoors, and with that comes many choices. Kitchens constructed of welded aluminum with metal flooring are preferred by customers of Doug Driscoll and Just Grillin’. “They’re easy to clean, and most who are looking for outdoor kitchens are looking for an easy space that’s easy to clean,” says Doug. The kitchens are constructed of 304-grade stainless steel, which reduces rust, and have leveling feet so that DIY-ers can install the kitchens themselves, if they’d like. Another favorite? Authentic pizza ovens imported from Italy. “Foodies really like them.” www.justgrillinflorida.com dR

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Above &Beyond The Renaissance Vinoy

The Renaissance Vinoy Resort & Golf Club 501 Fifth Avenue NE St. Petersburg, Florida 33701 727-894-1000 www.vinoyrenaissanceresort.com

By Amanda Roberts

enaissance Vinoy Resort and Golf Club is lead by General Manager Russell C. Bond III. Mr. Bond vows to give guests the best possible experience. He explains, “Our intention is to continually create an ambience that is inviting, delightful, expressive, even a little bit whimsical, and always interesting.” Fulfillment of his goal appears in the reconstructive attention the Vinoy has received. Built in 1925, as the grandest of Boom Era hotels, it has attracted the rich and famous for eightyfive years with only a brief interruption. In 1978 the Renaissance Vinoy earned the resort designation in the National Register of Historic Places as an exquisitely restored Mediterranean Revival. The Vinoy has become one of the finest resort destinations in the Tampa Bay area.

Dedicated to their guests and designed for their pleasure, the Vinoy showcases high-class amenities amidst timeless elegance. Stenciled cypress ceiling beams, massive chandeliers, and painted tile floors encase the heights of

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luxury. With recent refurbishment, the hotel improved guest rooms and suites while establishing water conservation, energy efficiency, and recycling measures by which it preserves nature without compromising comfort.

The stunning façade exhibits architectural brilliance through innovation and nostalgia. Carved stone columns, fascinating frescos, and modernistic balconies blend beautifully on this historic property framing panoramic views of the turquoise bay.

Constantly attuned to current standards, the resort houses recreational facilities augmented with every convenience.

A dreamy salon and day spa pampers guests, and the state-of-the-art fitness center offers 5,000-square-feet of equipment, knowledgeable trainers, and healthful activities such as water aerobics, yoga, and strength training classes. Twelve illuminated tennis courts encourage night play, while a cascading waterfall accents two heated outdoor swimming pools. The emerald green private 18-hole golf course offers challenging play, while the marina

features a fixed-dock facility boasting 74 slips and an extension for longer vessels.

Prioritizing order and decorum, the Vinoy provides for a variety of occasions. The hightech boardroom facilitates necessary business, and the Palm Court meeting room provides ample space for conferences. The Palm Court Ballroom boasts over 11,000 square feet of flexible meeting space, while the catering staff of the Sunset Ballroom can accommodate any event. Under the arched ceiling of the Grand Ballroom floats a custom Dale Chihuly blown-glass chandelier that shines for almost 500 guests. Alfresco’s Restaurant, Fred’s Steakhouse, and Marchand’s Bar and Grill are all redesigned to serve gourmet cuisine.

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dR HOME

Celebrate the“Top 10” Hot Designers

By Gale Steves

Ten hot, rising designers show off their new styles for your home

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hen it comes to your home, the safest investment is to put your money into known design. Right now, the most innovative designers are setting new standards when it comes to name brand design for the home. Each of them creates products that has roots in their design style signature and allow us to enjoy their glamour as well as their creativity.

There was a time when that good design was only reserved for the ultra high end customers, and the rest of us waited for these good ideas to trickle down more moderate priced merchandise. Now you can walk into stores and purchase almost couture furnishings off the floor. Here is a preview of what is in store this year from genuine style setters to suit a broad range of tastes:

Prints Charming Annie Selke, a celebrated pioneer of color and comfort, launched her design empire in 1994, which includes pajamas, woven rugs and fabulous quirky fabrics.

She continues to show her flair for fun and fresh design with her new collection, Annie Selke Home, through Vanguard Furniture. This table and chairs (pictured) upholds Annie’s look of approachable style by mixing traditional updated with modern twists and a fabric selection full of her signature colors and patterns.

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Designer Annie Selke

Take a peek at her designs at Limited Editions in Largo; 727-585-3252, 800306-3055 or wwwleinteriors.com

Arch Minimalist Calvin Klein whose look is synonymous with a relaxed but elegant modern style, moved from fashion into home design in 1996. Today Calvin Klein Home’s sophisticated and luxurious designer home products represent a complete lifestyle approach to living. The brand offers a complete line of bedding, towels, rugs, and tabletop. Finally, he does furniture in his refined style; take a look at his Curator Sectional Sofa (shown) at Tui Lifestyle in Miami; 1-877-548-3884 or wwwtuilifestyle.com

Designer Calvin Klein

Class Act Celerie Kemble's childhood was a design tutorial spent in the Palm Beach homes designed by her mother, Mimi McMakin.

For 12 years she has created a much-publicized design business in New York. Her style is best described as contemporary with traditional twist and is reflected in her wallcoverings, fabrics and now furniture for Lane Venture. Her Zinnia Daybed is in a class of its own, woven with rattan into all-weather wicker strands with durable outdoor cushions and pillows. View this at Bronze Lady in Maderia Beach; 727-3934663 or www.bronzeladyhome.com

Designer Celerie Kemble

Talent Show Candice Olson’s award-winning design projects and engaging personality led to her becoming the host and designer on HGTV’s Diving Design and a judge on HGTV’s Design Star. Her syndicated biweekly newspaper column runs in more than 400 US newspapers. Her signature style is a fusion of scaled-down traditional looks with crisp clean modern. In 2005 she launched the Candice Olson collection of fabrics, lighting, wallcoverings, bedding and now furniture from Norwalk Furniture. Preview her pieces at Décor 1 Studio in Tierra Verde, 727-866-6331.

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Modern Mandate

Designer Michael Weiss

Michael Weiss has long been a student of 19th and 20th Century classic modern style. Although he started out at Julliard School, he gravitated toward design and the modern classics. His style can best be defined as clean lines and architectural simplicity. His work encompasses products beyond furniture—into textile collections, and lighting, while still retaining a modern sensibility. His designs for Vanguard Furniture have put Weiss in the forefront of “modernism.” Look for his furniture at Robb & Stucky in Tampa; 1--866-399-7078 or www.robbstucky.com

Clean Living

Cosmati Tile in Venice Pattern

Designer Michael S. Smith

Michael S. Smith is one of the most respected designers on the West Coast, and his name recognition increased when he was selected by President Obama to handle their family residence in the White House. His style, which is rooted in European tradition with a modern twist, strives to bring an element of history to his designs. His introductions include lighting, rugs, carpet, fabric and a plumbing collection and now his designs for Ann Sachs Tile are innovative. See his Cosmati Tile at Ann Sachs Showroom at International Design Center in Estero, 239-498-6663.

Daddy’s Girl

Designer Alexa Hampton

Like her father, the late 20th Century design legend Mark Hampton, Alexa Hampton has the rare ability to make classic design comfortable—and make people comfortable with classic design.

She licenses carpet, lighting and fabrics lines. But it is her furniture for Hickory Chair showcases her rare talent for designing furniture that combines classic inspiration with modern sensitivities. View her Kingsley Bed at Robb & Stucky in Tampa; 1--866-399-7078 or www.robbstucky.com

Dual Outlook Twin brothers Leigh and Leslie Keno have been interested in rare Americana for more than thirty years, and are acknowledged experts in the field. They have achieved celebrity status as appraisers on the highly rated PBS show Antiques Roadshow, with 10 million viewers watching weekly. Since 2008 they have also hosted the show Collect This! with the Keno Brothers. They introduced a collection of timeless classics for Theodore Alexander. View it at Design Interiors Furniture Showroom in Tampa, 813-247-4557.

Designers Leigh and Leslie Keno

French Flair For over twenty years, Atlanta designer Suzanne Kasler has created warm, inviting environments that strike a balance between elegant, traditional design and practical comfort. Kasler is known for her love of all things French and brings a fresh mix of Continental flavor and classic style to her interiors. She has collaborated with Hickory Chair to bring that same spirit to her new line of furniture for Hickory Chair. Visit her Anastasia Bench (shown) at Robb & Stucky in Tampa; 1--866-399-7078 or www.robbstucky.com

Designer Suzanne Kasler

Talent Show Thom Felicia became a household name with his starring design role on Queer Eye for the Straight Guy. He designs for the way people live now: classic simplicity with a modern flair. He now appears on the acclaimed Style Network’s Dress My Nest. His fabrics, lighting and rugs have won new fans but now his designs for Vanguard Furniture offer more of his look. Find his James Street Armchair (shown) at Robb & Stucky in Tampa; 1--866-399-7078 or www.robbstucky.com dR Designer Thom Felicia

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By Jeffrey DiMaio, CSW 1 More than anything, wine consumers are looking for high value per dollar wines (more bang for the buck). With the economy on shaky grounds, even seasoned collectors are seeking out bargains. Wines that retail for less than ten dollars are the fastest growing sector of the market.

2 South American varietals are in with Malbec leading the charge, but also gaining acceptance are wines like Torrontes and Carmeñe. Argentina made Malbec famous. Now it’s so hot that California growers are ripping out their syrah to plant it. Carmeñe is the displaced red Bordeaux varietal that landed in Chile and has thrived on largely ungrafted vines. Torrontes is the native aromatic grape that is becoming the latest in alternative whites.

3 Unoaked Chardonnay: The trend is away from big, heavy, flabby, oaky and buttery toward cleaner and more balanced, food-friendly wines. Using Chablis as a model and dubbed with sexy nicknames like Virgin and Naked, these wines are increasingly appealing.

4 Prosecco is more in fashion than ever, coinciding with its recent promotion to D.O.C.G. (guaranteed) status by the Italian government.

Prosecco is still the most popular sparkler in Italy and has proven itself as a more affordable, everyday alternative to Champagne.

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5 Spanish wines especially Tempranillo and Albariño represent some of the greatest values on the market and are starting to come into their own as far as consumer awareness. Thanks to importers like Jorge Ordonez, these wines are getting high scores from critics and benefiting from sharp packaging.

6 Organic Wines, whether they’re labeled certified organic, biodynamic, or sustainable agriculture, are all viewed as a step in the right direction. They're more requested and more available. The trouble is so many producers don’t put any information on the label!

7 Rosé has finally reached a moderate level of acceptance. Much progress has been made in overcoming negative stereotypes as sweet and cheaply-made wines. Sommeliers and retailers have been beating their heads against the wall for years trying to preach the merits of these often overlooked gems.

8 Sardinian and Sicilian Reds: People have begun to recognize these Islands’ potential for the production of quality wines, especially Sicilian Nero d'Avola and Sardinian Canonau. Sardinian wines have been given an overall boost by a lot of heart-healthy press they've been receiving.

9 Multi-Varietal Red Blends: After years of drinking every wine but varietal, many consumers feel they are more than ready for the challenge of blended wines. It may have all started with simpler wines like Folie a Deux's Menage-a-Trois and continues now with big, complex wines like Orin Swift’s The Prisoner soaring in popularity, it seems everyone is looking for something apart from their old trusty, crusty cabernet.

10 Wines with screw caps are no longer being shunned. With the majority of Australian and New Zealand wines going to screw cap bottles regardless of price, and even inexpensive white Burgundies, wine lovers have been forced to confront bottles with these closures and realize that the quality of the wine is not compromised. dR

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• Mazzaro’s wine cellar is one of Pinellas County’s largest, with 1,000’s of bottles from both old and new world wineries.

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Take a respite from the hassles of shopping by stopping in an Aveda Experience Center retail store for a guilt-free beauty break or complimentary sensory ritual, including the stress-relieving Scalp and Shoulder or Hand rituals. Aveda’s commitment to wellness and environmental responsibility begins the moment you walk in the door and are welcomed with a cup of organic, caffeine-free Aveda Calming Tea. www.aveda.com

2 Maximize your time by working out more efficiently and effectively. In only four minutes a day, the QuickGym/ROM machine gives you three workouts in one: cardio, strengthening, and flexibility.

It may cost you a pretty penny, but its makers say it has helped people achieve results for over 20 years and the return is well worth it compared to other workouts. www.quickgym.com

3 Eating a healthy breakfast on-the-go has never been easier, thanks to an array of new menu items from Starbucks.

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new However-You-Want-It Frappuccino® Blended Beverage puts you in the driver’s seat to create your own drink that’s lower in fat and calories. www.starbucks.com

4 Create a night to remember for that special someone or make time to relax and reconnect with the people in your life all with just one phone call to Ambassador Limousine and Sedan, Inc. Let them do the driving and the planning while you sit back and arrive in style. Elegant and unique packages include the exclusive Restaurant and Wine Tour and Diva Day of Shopping. www.ambassadorlimo.net

5 Leave your troubles behind and step into an oasis of relaxation right outside your backdoor. Take advantage of the calming and therapeutic benefits of a spa any time you want by owning your own in-ground, portable, or swim spa. Buying direct from Spa Manufacturers, Inc., a highly-rated spa manufacturer in business for 28 years, guarantees not only great pricing, but peace of mind. www.spamanufacturers.com

6 Prime yourself to perform your best by jumping in, well, feet first. The trained staff at Feet First, a local specialty shop, has been outfitting runners, tennis players,

and fitness athletes for over 30 years. A gait analysis determines the right shoe for your foot and activity. With 15 shoe brands and quality athletic apparel to choose from, you are sure to have the competitive edge. www.feetfirstrunning.com

7 Transport your mind and body into a stress-free world with a day at Indaba Spa at Innisbrook Golf Resort. This fullservice spa’s organic products and services pamper you from head-to-toe. Try the Indaba Signature Citrus Massage which incorporates a scalp massage and full-foot treatment or soak your feet in coconut milk and more with the CocoLuscious Manicure and Pedicure. “Zen out” by walking the spa’s Meditation Labyrinth. www.innisbrookgolfresort.com

8 Creating a healthier life for yourself and your family is no longer a challenge for busy moms, thanks to Fit Chick Enterprises founder Natalie Johnson.

Her classes, all child-friendly, include pre- and post-natal weight management, Healthy Mom ~ Happy Family, and the popular Stroller Strides. Time management, nutrition, and feeding picky kids are some of the skills moms learn. www.fitchickenterprises.com

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Choose organic and natural products while shopping locally at Village Health Market, a family-owned and operated health food store in Tampa. An extensive assortment of organic produce, supplements, and eco-friendly products are some of the items you will find at this 16,000-square-foot store. Healthy, readyto-go foods are available in the take-out and “Catering for the Healthy Minded� service. www.villagehealthmarket.com dR

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Gorgeous custom, executive waterfront home with expansive open views of Tampa Bay sited on close to one-half acre. Corporate Relocation.

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bedroom suites offer relaxing respites for family or guests. Your every need is covered with two laundry rooms, two balconies off the master suite and two patios on the ground floor as well as an elevator and two-car garage.

Come and see for yourself this prestigious townhome in the city that replicates heaven on earth in a tropical setting—extravagant living at its best.

Listed for $1,950,000 by Coldwell Banker Previews, with Carole Merritt.

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Tarpon Springs: Stately 28,000 sq. ft. mansion. $9,995,000. Steve Kepler, 727-647-6696.

Redington Beach: Stunning 4 BED, 3.5 BA home. $3,899,000. Steve Kepler, 727-647-6696.

Dunedin: “Dunedin Grand” 2,500 4,000 sq. ft. Prices from $799,000 to $1,299,000. Call 727-461-1000.

Belleair: 4 BED, 4.5 BA home on gated Belleview Island. $1,498,000.

Ian Ross-Johnson, 727-459-8008.

South Tampa: Historic 4 BED, 4 BA home on 8 platted lots. $2,200,000.

Michal Winiarek, 813-787-0361.

St. Petersburg: Jungle Shores Wide Bay 7,582 sq. ft. $1,649,000.

Lou Vaccaro, 727-710-0123.

St. Petersburg: 3 BED, 2 BA waterfront home. $595,000. Marc Ginsburg, 813-892-8611.

Old Northeast: 3 BED, 2.5 BA historic home. $645,000. Marc Ginsburg, 813-892-8611.

Clearwater Beach: “Sandpearl” 2/2 condo hotel suite. $899,000. Carol Pellechio, 727-433-1054.

Island Estates: Intracoastal & Gulf views. Starting at $389,000. Steve Kepler, 727-647-6696.

Avila: Charming Southern estate. 5 BED, 6 BA, 7,618 sq. ft. $1,550,000.

Lisa Reeves, 813-784-7442.

Channelside: “The Meridian” 2/2 1,569 sq. ft. condo. $298,000. Lisa Reeves, 813-784-7442.

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One of the most Extraordinary Waterfront homes on the entire West Coast of Florida!! This 8,800-sqft (heated) Masterpiece with 175-ft of Seawall on 2+ miles of wide open water is finished with an Unmatched Richness & Detail by one of the Finest Luxury Builders in America. Brilliant Venetian Plaster walls, custom Mahogany woodworking, Travertine Marble, soaring Cypress ceilings & elegant lighting are integrated with astonishing effect!! Stunning chef’s kitchen, amazing electronics & a long list of opulent, luxurious amenities. Offered at $4,995,000.

7800-sqft Italian-style Villa, once the home of Babe Ruth, may be the most uniquely beautiful waterfront estate in Tampa Bay.Arched doors, beamed ceilings, distressed woodwork, limestone surfaces & countless imported design elements create unforgettable effects that transcends time. Tuscany gourmet kitchen boasts top of the line everything. Brilliant finishes deliver rich distinctive Hemmingway aura. Spectacular landscaping encases gorgeous Pool/Spa, English greenhouse, fine hobby house. Lovely "Boathouse" rests on 150-ft of picturesque waterfront. Offered for $3,250,000.

HUGE $750,000 PRICE REDUCTION!

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ON THE BEACH - TREASURE ISLAND

Inspired by 16th Century artisans, this 5,040-sqft, 4-bed, 4.5-bath architectural tour de force is unlike anything on the waters of Tampa Bay. Spectacular great room, immense ceilings & towering windows overlook a grand waterfront. Magnificent inlaid murals, Venetian plaster finishes, intricate floor plan, cultured contours & rich accoutrements deliver an uncommon sophistication. Chef 's kitchen boasts Wolf/Subzero/Miele appliances, luxurious cabinetry, thick granite & much more. Plush, technology-rich $150K+ home theatre is all WOW. Stunning pool, richly finished lower level & huge garage. Offered at $2,999,900.

A Grand, Distinctive Beachfront Estate Built in the Dignified Style, Charm and Grace of the Hamptons rests on deep, private lot!! 3883-sqft, 3-bed, 2.5-bath home in quiet neighborhood delivers big sweeping ocean views. Enjoy huge covered decks, dramatic sunsets & full moon reflections that light up the beach.

Hear the soothing sounds of waves roll through the night & easy gentle breezes that take your breath away.

Offered at $1,999,900.

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BAHIA WAY - ST PETE BEACH

Uncommon luxury in a dazzling authentic key west style! Just minutes to the Gulf by boat, brilliant 4450-sqft, 5-bed, 3.5-bath 2009 built home enjoys remarkable grace & charm. Hand scraped Hickory Flooring,pine ceilings,powder coated handrails,double insulated impact glass,custom designer cabinetry & much more. Everything is top-of-the-line, yet maintained in a genuine Key West motif. Kitchen is a gourmet's showcase; Wolf/SubZero appliances and understated nautical themes. 4 separate covered balconies bring the waterfront to you in unique, distinctly intimate settings. Offered at $1,995,000.

Stunning Key West style home on breathtaking Intracoastal Waterfront! 4000+-sqft, 5-bed, 4-full baths & 2-half baths of luxury welcomes families large and small. Fine oak flooring, high ceilings, solid mahogany entertainment center & gas fireplace. Superb country kitchen offers custom glazed cabinetry, thick level 5 granite, tumbled marble, lovely fluted moldings, exquisite center island & commercial grade appliances.

Large lower level game room opens to magnificent paver deck & spacious pool. Big lighted dock, full utilities & lift. Many, many high-end upgrades. Offered at $1,675,000.

JOHNS PASS - MADEIRA BEACH

VENETIAN ISLES

Striking Architectural Design, rich, opulent amenities and majestic intracoastal waterviews. Superb 4230-sqft, 4-bed, 4-bath home includes upper & lower level offices, impressive great room, rich/elegant den, formal dining & spectacular serpentine wood staircase. Lavish chef’s kitchen is flawlessly finished with cherry cabinetry, thick granite & commercial grade appliances. Multi-level outdoor complex features verandahs, pool/spa & dock with lift. Offered at $1,590,000

Grand & Luxurious Waterfront Estate offers easy access to Tampa Bay! Past copper-finished arched double doors you'll discover a soaring 23-ft ceiling entryway & flawless pool deck/waterfront views of this remarkable 4089-sqft, 4-bed, 4-bath residence. Custom porcelain tile, gorgeous hardwood floors, wonderfully encased windows/plantation shutters, superb crown/tray ceilings & rich floor plan deliver a magnificent living experience. Splendid open kitchen, gorgeous master suite, unique Florida Room, elegant den & a long list of superb enhancements. Offered at $1,499.000.

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AE Venetian Vacation ntrenched within the gated community of the much sought after Culbreath Isles is an European import flaunting a family-friendly floor plan trimmed with the finest imported details. This 6,700-square-foot two-story welcomes a growing family offering six bedrooms and seven-and-a-half baths. A far-away Venetian vacation is the constant reverie experienced from the vaulted entranceway facing the grand canal.

With dock and lift davits, you can embrace the yachting lifestyle you fantasize about in this waterfront jewel.

The features showcased in this exotic façade include bamboo ceilings, expansive brick, stone, and plush carpet floors,

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layers of crown molding, and wroughtiron staircases wrapped in solid wood.

The master suite poses as a private getaway with fireplace, dual sinks, garden tub, and personal veranda. An immense kitchen accommodates stone countertops, sturdy wood cabinets, and a breakfast bar staged for socializing. The separate breakfast room, family room, and formal dining room collect opportune moments of luxurious seclusion.

Your vacation aspirations can be fulfilled with the bonus of never having to leave home. The fun begins in the game and media room furnished for endless activities that can extend to the pool, spa, and verandas shaded by mature

palm trees. French doors leading to an exterior kitchen and grill permit relocating the frivolity under the sun or stars.

An elevator, advanced security system, and walk-in closets perpetuate the priority of convenience, and a three-car garage promises to protect recreational treasures.

“The perfect house for the Florida waterfront with a warm, inviting and relaxed elegance that makes for great entertaining,” proclaims Kathleen Wingate, president of Wingate and Associates.

This property is offered for $3,690,000

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Bella Grande in St. Pete Beach

727.542.2877 Offered at $950,000

Sophistication, Quality & Romance surrounds you in this sleek 2,672 sq ft. 3BR/3BA contemporary style condo with spectacular views of the Intra-Coastal waterways located in the heart of St. Pete Beach. The elegant Brazilian Rosewood & Portuguese Limestone flooring, custom cabinetry, marbled bathrooms, granite counters, Bauhaus furniture, raw silk draperies, Tibetan area rugs, Anthony Gallo audiophile, videophile, Bang & Olufsen telephones, NHT & NAD surround sound system and beautiful commissioned art pieces are included in this ultimate turn key splendor. When only the best will do..

Boca Sands Penthouse in St. Pete Beach

Offered at $1,795,000

GREAT BUY, WON'T LAST! Exclusive gated community, featuring, a tropical paradise of lush landscaping surrounding a sparkling pool and cabanas that overlook Boca Ciega Bay. 4,100 sq ft. features 4BR/4BA+2 half spacious accommodations beautifully designed w/ tile, hardwood floors, and extensive molding detail. The kitchen is a wondrous combination of superior stainless steel appliances, granite counters, custom cabinetry, 12 ft. island , wet bar. The formal dining room is replete with exquisite details and finishes. The Master bedroom features seating overlooking the Bay, bath enhanced by an oversized jetted tub, his and hers vanities, closets, walk in shower & skylights. Guest suite includes a library, 2 guest suites, media room with wet bar. Over 680 sq ft of terraces, 2 facing the east for sunrises and 2 facing west for sunsets. Spacious windows and doors invite the sparkling water views indoors an unparalleled level of luxury that truly distinguishes Boca Sands as an extraordinary place to live. Includes deep water slip and enclosed 4 car garage. Over $150,000 in extras. Hurricane windows up to 150mph very quiet. New never lived in and has spectacular water views of Boca Ciega Bay. Owner is a licensed broker.

Sunset Watch in Tierra Verde

Offered at $899,000

A Mediterranean style waterfront complex located where the Gulf and the Canal join to make this location unsurpassed. Deluxe 4th floor 2,566 sq ft. Penthouse.

3BR/3BA/2CG featuring Ashlars cream limestone flooring in Entry, Island Kitchen, Great Room, Formal Dining Room, Halls and Lanai. Timborana exotic wood flooring in Den and upgraded carpets in bedrooms. Kitchen: SS GE appliances, all wood cabinetry in honey glazed maple finish and designer tile backsplash. Master Bath: All wood custom cabinetry in cream Heirloom finish, 'Heavy Glass' Shower enclosure, jetted tub. All baths feature Kohler fixtures. Upgraded finishes in Master and Powder bath. Powder Bath features custom vanity and polished marble tub surround. Tierra Verde is home to the #1 Beach in the USA in 2005, Ft. Desoto Park. Owner is a licensed broker.

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Magnificent Belleair Estate Belleair, Florida This estate on Bayview Drive has spectacular views of the sparkling waters of Clearwater Bay. The extensive property is beautifully landscaped with stately oaks and formal gardens. The superbly designed home has 6,000 square feet of elegantly appointed living areas.

Offered at $3,000,000

In the Heart of Belleair Belleair, Florida This lovely traditional home offers the perfect lifestyle for the entire family. With over 8,000 square feet, the updated and spacious rooms feature handsome custom woodworking, French doors, plantation shutters, and hardwood, marble and tile flooring.

Offered at $1,899,000

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Tarpon Springs—Private lot totally surrounded by fairways and green space in gated golf course community. This incredibly livable home offers over 8,000 square feet, 6 bedrooms (2 master suites) an office and exercise room. The family room and kitchen overlook a glamorous renovated pool, patio, outdoor kitchen and fairways. A recent addition provides an entertaining wing with high-tech home theater, billiards and game room, walk-in wine cooler, and well-equipped bar. Offered at $1,995,000.

HIGHLANDS OF INNISBROOK Palm Harbor—Inside a gated community, this home overlooks the fairways of one of the famous Innisbrook golf courses. Exquisitely “dressed up” 4-bedroom Arthur Rutenburg home with fine amenities including new hardwood floors, extensive moldings and trim-work. Gourmet kitchen with upgraded custom cabinetry and Viking appliances.

Outdoor living is at its best around the sparkling pool with outdoor terrace. Offered at $875,000.

SPANISH TRAILS ACREAGE Dunedin—Charming 2-story Colonial-style home on nearly an acre. Four bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and an office. Formal living and dining rooms and a cozy family room with stone fireplace and hearth.

Hardwood floors throughout entire second floor. The sunny kitchen overlooks a gracious screened-in porch and the huge backyard. Spanish Trails is a former equestrian subdivision with custom homes on large lots. Offered at $349,000.

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1922 Classic Home

Dunedin, Florida

St. Petersburg, Florida

Spectacular waterfront location and secure building. All units have gorgeous finishes including granite countertops, island and natural gas cooking. Also feature a media room, pantry and laundry room. Under building parking. Private two-car garages and a boatslip available with most units!

Excellent value for the price! Steps from charming Main Street shops and restaurants. 2,500–4,000 square feet.

This classic 1922 home in “Old NE” St. Petersburg has maintained its original charm throughout an addition and modification to suit today’s lifestyles. With over 4,500 square feet, this home is a unique find! The home features verandas and private patios, high ceilings, hardwood floors, wrought-iron grand staircase, formal entry, huge family room overlooking the pool, 4 bedrooms plus study, 2-car garage and more.

Offered from $799,000 to $1,299,000

Offered at $1,389,000

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Sunset Point at Collany Key

Highlands of Innisbrook

Tierra Verde, Florida

Palm Harbor, Florida

Private gated Island directly on the gulf. Adjacent to the pristine beaches of Ft. De Soto and Shell Key. Easy access to Tampa Bay and Intracoastal Waterways. Close to the prestigious yachting and country clubs of Tampa Bay. Build your dream home on this exciting new site. Some lots 300-feet deep.

Custom Campagna home perched high on prime lot looking down a rolling, green fairway. Luxury everywhere with rich architecture, marble and maple hardwood floors, moldings and tasteful faux enhancements. Ultimate gourmet kitchen.

There is even a “family pub” which beckons for gatherings with family and friends. Enjoy resort-style living, beaches, quaint nearby towns and pristine parks.

Starting at $595,000

Offered at $1,750,000

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The VENUE’s Chef Rob Uzzillia’s culinary skills provide him with

instant gratification

By Catherine Mitseas

a “no-nonsense” atmosphere. In the city, he says, everyone in the restaurant business is a professional from the waiters to the lead chefs.

Family brought him back south and to a position as lead line cook for Armani’s, Tampa’s only four-star restaurant at the time.

Then executive chef Massimo Patano taught him how to zero in on the details and to blend true Italian flavors.

These days, he strives to find the freshest local ingredients; culling local farms for lettuces, tomatoes, vegetables; buying from multiple vendors verses national chains; planning menu’s based on sustainable products; choosing only aged meats. He’s concerned about overfishing and tries to mold dishes based on their environmental impact as well.

Many of his most inspiring ideas, he says, come from following dishes prepared at the worlds’ most famous restaurants. As only modern technology allows, their websites provide clues to the hottest culinary trends. Even California’s The French Laundry gives away their secrets. Stinging nettles, anyone?

The Venue, 2675 Ulmerton Road, St Petersburg; (727) 571-2222 www.thevenueclub.com

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learwater native Rob Uzzillia grew up surrounded by a large Italian family. Basking in the warmth of loving tradition, each Sunday he would watch his grandfather prepare comforting, familiar Italian dishes.

Today he is a father himself as well as executive chef at The Venue, one of the city’s most exciting hotspots. The 25,000 square-foot complex features two restaurants, Viaggo, The Venue’s signature steak, seafood and tapas restaurant, with one of Tampa's most reviewed wine lists and Takara, a refined sushi house with an extensive sake menu.

The road taken into the restaurant industry reflects these memorable childhood experiences as well as a restless personality, unsatisfied with a nine-to-five desk job.

“The best thing about this profession is the instant gratification; people react immediately. I like being able to make people happy that night,” he explains.

Uzzillia began his career at the prestigious Culinary Institute of America, in Hyde Park New York, where he was encouraged to approach cooking creatively, allowing the ingredients to provide inspiration.

He went on to work in New York City training under chefs in

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Lobster Martini Cooking the Lobster Whole lobsters, as many as needed 1 gallon water, to cover lobster 1 quart white wine 3 lemons with juice 3 bay leaves 4 sprigs of thyme 10 peppercorns 10 corriander leaves Twist the tails from lobsters and reserve.

Remove claws (whole) and set to the side separate from the lobster tails.

Using skewers, slightly off center, pierce lobster tail from end through the top to hold it straight. Steam claws 10 minutes.

Ice immediately. Steam tails 8 minutes.

Ice immediately. Gently crack claws with back of a knife, on both sides to remove claw meat from the shell in one piece.

Keep for salad garnish. Using kitchen shears remove knuckle meat.

Lobster Salad 3 cups knuckle lobster meat 1/4 cup red onion, *brunoise 1/2 cup red pepper, *brunoise 1 tablespoon jalapeno, minced 2 tablespoons mint, **chiffonade 2 tablespoons cilantro **chiffonade 2 tablespoons scallion, thinly sliced 1 tablespoon lime juice 1 tablespoon mayonnaise, optional salt and pepper to taste 1/4 avocado, 1/8 inch to order Saute red onion and red pepper in butter until transparent. Toss cleaned knuckle lobster meat with vegetable, herbs, lime and mayonnaise. Season with salt and pepper and set to the side.

Before adding lime emulsion, toss in avocado to serve.

Lime Dressing 1 cup lime juice (from real limes) 2 tablespoons mustard powder 3 shallots, minced

2–2 1/2 cups olive oil*** sugar as needed for tart limes salt to taste Blend shallots, lime juice, salt, sugar (optional) until smooth. Slowly drizzle in oil to emulsify. Taste and adjust accordingly.

Add to lobster salad and toss.

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ABOUT ROB UZZILLIA What do you eat at home?

With three young children, comfort food reigns supreme, “My wife makes a really good meatloaf.”

What’s your favorite food to cook? Uzzillia enjoys Asian fusion, where Hawaiian flavors blend with best of the South Pacific.

Advice to foodies: Follow your instincts; Take the flavors you like and create, mix them together and try to fashion your own little piece of inspiration.

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Viaggio, featuring aged steaks, fresh seafood and one of Tampa’s most extensive and reviewed wine lists.

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horeau’s quote, “Many go fishing all their lives without knowing it is not the fish they are after,” is stamped on each menu at Sea Sea Riders restaurant located in the quaint town of Dunedin. Sylvia and Artie Tzekas, who have owned the restaurant for the past twenty years, apply this quote as they search for the finest produce and best ingredients to create their signature dishes. After more than just good food: they are after memorable fellowship with their customers. Foregoing the recent restaurant trend to quickly construct a franchise and succeed at all costs, the couple believes their life’s work should supersede survival to achieve the pride of providing the best cuisine possible.

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New Florida in an Old Florida Atmosphere,” implies an awareness of heritage and the resolve to consider the past while continuing with the present.

Built in 1903, the throwback beach house was restored and converted into a restaurant. As old Florida qualifies the dining experience, the setting’s significance became its ability to remain nostalgic and historically-sensitive, acting as a preservative of the original character and motifs. The atmosphere cultivates a casual and relaxed environment reminiscent of the aged Sunshine State as by resisting anything posh or modern. It revels in a homelike comfort that reverts back in time. “The structure of the building makes you feel like you are in Key West,” Sylvia states. It mimics the easygoing essence of the beach and its

respite from daily chaos. The dream evoked by the location is where the sand meets the sea, time stands still, and the soul finds peace.

This soul appreciates fine food, which Sea Sea’s strives to provide. Chef Chris Lyons employs local ingredients while combining Caribbean spices and fresh Florida seasonings to create a new Florida cuisine. The culinary emphasis is seafood but includes steak and chicken for variety. Sylvia explains that the mantra behind the menu is to “bring the flavors of the Caribbean and Florida together.” The goal is to marry the two geographic personalities by uniting the spirit of Florida’s past with the tastes of Florida’s present. The entrée Mahi Key West that swims in key lime tequila cilantro butter with mango habanero

Vanilla Rum Grouper

Soy Glaze

7–8 ounces fresh grouper fillet 2 ounces coconut curry sauce 1 slice grilled pineapple 1 piece macadamia nut brittle 1/2 ounce vanilla rum glaze 3 ounces Timbale of wild rice medley Grill fish until cooked. Season with salt and pepper. Place timbale of rice on plate. Nap plate with 2 ounces coconut curry sauce, squiggle 1/2 ounce vanilla rum glaze over curry sauce with squirt bottle. Plate fish to the side of the sauces and garnish with brittle and pineapple.

1 cup soy sauce 1 cup hoisin 1 cup brown sugar 1 cup water 1 tablespoon Sriracha Reduce until thickened.

Coconut Curry Sauce 1 piece lemongrass 2 each Kaffir lime leaf 3/4 cup rice wine vinegar 1/2 cup sugar 1/4 cup Mirin 2 cans coconut milk 1 tablespoon red curry paste 1 lime, juiced Make a gastrique* with first 5 ingredients. Strain gastrique and add coconut milk and curry. Reduce until thickened.

Add juice of one lime.

Vanilla Rum Glaze 1/2 cup water 4 cups rum 2/3 cup brown sugar 1/2 cup white sugar 1/2 vanilla bean, cut lengthwise, scraped 1/4 cup corn syrup 1 lime, juiced Add all but lime and reduce to about 3/4 cup of liquid. Add fresh lime juice.

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chili relish pampers the palate.

Contributions from the Caribbean arrive in Jamaican Jerk Chicken, a chicken breast char-grilled and jerk marinated beside crispy plantains accompanied by pigeon peas and rice.

Along with seafood, pasta dishes are popular. A house favorite is Sea Sea’s gulf shrimp and bay scallops splashed with white wine, garlic, and olive oil, then sprinkled with pesto, feta cheese, and sun-dried tomatoes served over linguini.

The daily specials consistently attract attention. The regulars, who have remained numerous over the years, look forward to these changing specials. They welcome new entrées in anticipation of enjoying another masterpiece from their favorite restaurant.

A famed special now a regular on the menu is the Vanilla Rum Glazed Grouper.

Grouper char-grilled and crusted with a macadamia nut brittle flecked with spiced pineapple and washed with red curry coconut cream flowing onto wild rice. This dish perfectly exemplifies the tradition of Sea Sea Riders—to honor every aspect of true Florida.

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Where to eat around the bay AQUAKNOX GLOBAL WATER CUISINE 7627 Courtney Campbell Causeway in the Westin Tampa Bay Airport, Tampa. 813-675-8700 or www.aquaknox.com AquaKnox has made a huge splash with its Global Water menu, and ultra-chic decor. Occupying more than 10,000 square feet, AquaKnox provides a modern, open atmosphere and the water-encased, walk-in wine tower is visually captivating and functionally spectacular, housing more than 400 selections.

The centrally located, state-of-the-art kitchen and raw bar, visible from virtually every table, offers an open elegance while a private chef’s table is designated for guests wishing for a more intimate experience. Breakfast, lunch and dinner: Seven days a week. Reservations recommended.

BACKFIN BLUE CAFÉ 2913 Beach Boulevard South, Gulfport. 727-343-2583 or www.backfinbluecafe.com People come for the baked-not-fried crab cakes, which are Maryland style, filled with jumbo lump blue crab and very little else. Owner and chef Harold Russell, who ran the kitchen at the Hurricane on Pass-A-Grille and Shula’s in Tampa before opening this spot in 1997, serves up hearty comfort foods and fish dishes in a charming bungalow, where cans of Old Bay Seasoning figure into the décor. Dinner only: Mondays and Wednesdays through Sundays. Reservations accepted for parties of five or more. Kids’ menu available.

CENTRAL AVENUE OYSTER BAR AquaKnox Global Water Cuisine

249 Central Avenue, St. Petersburg. 727-897-9728 or www.centralavenueoysterbar.com Oysters are the stars here, with freshly shucked Louisiana Selects served raw, fried or baked on the half shell. Sit at the long, white marble bar and enjoy the lively banter in this neighborhood place. Or for a more formal dining experience luxuriate at a table. Wherever you choose to sit though, the food, which also includes fish, steaks, pasta and chicken, is as good as the big-city ambience. Lunch and dinner: Seven days a week. Reservations accepted.

CEVICHE TAPAS BAR AND RESTAURANT 10 Beach Drive, St. Petersburg, 727-209-2302; 1502 South Howard Avenue, Tampa, 813-250-0203. www.ceviche.com Today it’s a mini chain with four locations. But when Ceviche first opened in Tampa in 1995, it had only a handful of tables.

Thankfully, it still lacks chain ambience. Nothing feels canned, and nothing tastes bland either. A dizzying list of traditional tapas, pinchos, ceviches, paellas and cazuelas are accompanied by more inventive little dishes, such as ceviche a la Rusa Ceviche Tapas Bar and Restaurant 76 www.duPontREGISTRY.com/TampaBay

(an oyster ceviche topped with caviar and chilled vodka). Some warm dishes are drenched in sherry and cream and taste so divine that you wonder why they haven’t sparked a trend. You can wash everything down with sangria, Spanish wine, sherry, cider, or beer; take in Flamenco at the Flamenco Bar; and end the meal by splitting a towering torta de tres leches. The Tampa location offers poolside dining, and the St. Pete one occupies three separate restaurant spaces, really, at the Ponce de Leon hotel, and it’s a see-and-be-seen place. In Tampa: Dining room and Flamenco Bar open seven days a week; Sundays open for brunch. In St. Pete: Breakfast, lunch and dinner served seven days a week at Pincho; dining room and Flamenco Bar open seven days a week.

CHARLEY’S STEAK HOUSE & MARKET FRESH FISH 4444 West Cypress Street, Tampa. 813-353-9706 or www.talkofthetownrestaurants.com Charley’s serves only the best USDA Prime and Choice cuts which come from three-year-old, grain-fed steers. The steaks are cooked on a 1,100-degree open pit fueled by oak and Florida citrus woods. Charley’s also offers an array of amenities—among them a private dining room and wine lockers. The overall ambience is unpretentious. It’s like home—except that you don’t have to flip the steaks yourself. Dinner only: Seven days a week.

Reservations accepted.

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CRAZY CONCH CAFÉ 1110 Pinellas Bayway South, Suite 206, Tierra Verde.

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If people blowing past “downtown” Tierra Verde on their way to Fort DeSoto knew about Crazy Conch, they just might time their beach excursions with dinner here. Owners Michael Peel

A Taste of New Florida in an Old Florida Atmosphere 221 Main Street | Dunedin, Florida

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and Sally Herb are Tierra Verde locals with a local following.

Chef Peel’s Gulf Coast menu is comfort food for the beach with Southern dishes mixed in. Dinner: Tuesdays through Saturdays.

FLEMING’S PRIME STEAKHOUSE AND WINE BAR 4322 West Boy Scout Boulevard, Tampa. 813-874-9463 or www.flemingssteakhouse.com Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse and Wine Bar is an ongoing celebration of exceptional food and wine. Indulge yourself with the finest aged Prime beef and discover new tastes with our unique wine list, featuring 100 wines by the glass. Fleming’s gracious service and dedication to excellence turn evenings out into memorable times. Dinner only: Seven days a week.

Reservations accepted.

GALLAGHER’S STEAK HOUSE 614 Channelside Drive #215, Tampa. 813-229-8000 or www.gallagherstampa.com Gallagher’s Steak House was founded in 1927 in New York City, where it first served and named the New York Strip. The steaks, Prime, are dry aged on premises for three to four weeks then are cooked over a charcoal fire. They live up to their reputation: well marbled, nicely crusted, boldly flavored yet tender. Dinner only: Seven days a week. Reservations accepted.

GRILLE ONE SIXTEEN 15405 North Dale Mabry Highway, Tampa. 813-265-0116 or www.grilleonesixteen.com New American cuisine served in modern swank can change the world for a little while. Beyond the fancy, understated décor, though, the food is steak house and then some. Organic steaks and perfectly cooked fish tempt those in for more than just nibbling. Otherwise you can make a meal sharing appetizers, salads and desserts. Side dishes are steak house standards, upscaled a bit and served family style. Dinner: Seven days a week. Reservations accepted.

IRB SUSHI 416 - 1st Street, Indian Rocks Beach. 727-593-2808 (next to Crabby Bill’s) Owned by Matt Loder Sr., owner of Crabby Bills, and managed

by Matt Loder Jr., IRB Sushi is carrying on a 30-year tradition of serving the finest and freshest seafood you will find on the beaches in a relaxing, laid-back beach atmosphere. Matt Jr. and Sr. welcome all of you to an evening of fun and fine food.

Dinner: Tuesday through Saturday. Reservations accepted.

KONA GRILL 4134 West Boy Scout Boulevard, MetWest International, Tampa. 813-877-5938 or www.KonaGrill.com Kona Grill’s team of eight sushi chefs offer an expansive sushi menu featuring several signature items, as well as traditional sushi and sashimi. The warm, inviting interior includes Kona Grill’s signature saltwater aquarium, contemporary dining room, full-service display sushi bar and a modern upbeat bar scene with an expansive outdoor dining patio. Lunch and Dinner: Sunday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.; Sunday Brunch from 11 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.; Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 12 a.m. Reservations accepted.

MALIO’S PRIME STEAKHOUSE 400 North Ashley Drive, Tampa. 813-223-7746 or www.maliosprime.com A luxurious offshoot of the fabled Malio’s Steakhouse, a Tampa institution, Malio’s Prime takes that 35-year neighborhood tradition and improves upon it with an emphasis on friendly service and an innovative cuisine. Malio’s Prime is located on the bottom floor of a downtown high-rise that looks out over the Hillsborough River and the picturesque University of Tampa campus. Lunch: Monday through Friday. Dinner: Monday through Saturday. Reservations accepted.

MARLIN DARLIN KEY WEST GRILL 2819 West Bay Drive, Belleair Bluffs. 727-584-1700 or www.marlindarlin.net This fancy-but-casual seafood joint also serves steaks and likes to keep the landlubbers happy. Fish foodies will be in their element, though. The décor is sport-fisherman chic with island ambience, as is the menu: With so many fish in the sea to choose from, you can thankfully be indecisive and dine tapas style. Dinner only: Seven days a week. Reservations accepted.

Children’s menu available.

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717 S. Howard Avenue, Tampa. 813-250-1661 or www.717south.com Serving authentic homemade Italian dishes from the kitchens of Italy to the exotic seafood from the Pacific Rim. Choose from their expansive appetizer list, to more than 25 entrée selections

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MISE EN PLACE

Michael’s 717 South’s infamous crab wontons

including their aged Prime Beef steak varieties, farm fresh all natural chicken, and better known local favorites, such as their famous Miso & Sake fresh grouper. They have a 450-bottle wine list, serve award-winning martinis and specialty drinks. Homemade desserts, include Kona Molten Lava Cake. Michael Stewart, local owner, and twice voted “Chef of the Year” Robert Masson welcome patrons to enjoy the art deco paintings, cozy booths, open kitchen, clubby bar, and private dining rooms. Lunch and Dinner: Monday through Friday. Dinner only Saturday and Sunday. Reservations accepted.

442 West Kennedy Boulevard, Suite 100, Tampa.

813-254-5373 or www.miseonline.com A classy place in a classy part of town, Mise En Place oozes sophistication. Its chic décor complements its clientele of movers and shakers and beautiful people. The swanky lounge attracts the after-work crowd with elaborate cocktails, a topnotch wine list and an extensive menu of small plates. This finedining restaurant is not just looks, though: Its new American menu undergoes a weekly transformation based on what’s in season and the whims of chef Marty Blitz. For more than fifteen years, Mise En Place has been ground-zero for serious foodies that want to wow their palettes. Blitz takes inspiration from the world’s cuisines, using local ingredients whenever possible, so it’s hard to not want to try more than one dish. Lunch and dinner: Tuesdays through Fridays. Dinner only: Saturdays.

Reservations accepted.

MYSTIC FISH 3253 Tampa Road, Palm Harbor. 727-771-1800 or www.3bestchefs.com/mystic You’re lucky if you live in north Pinellas and can come often.

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great price. It’s one of the best-kept secrets in downtown St. Pete.

Lunch: Mondays through Fridays. Dinner: Tuesdays through Saturdays.

RED MESA 4912 Fourth Street North or 128 Third Street South, St. Petersburg. 727-527-8728 or www.redmesarestaurant.com Technically Red Mesa is a Mexican restaurant, but it’s also one of the best seafood restaurants in the area, with grouper and gulf shrimp to remind you this is Florida. If there’s a wait, order a glass of sangria and savor the aromas from the kitchen as you deliberate between authentic Mexican, southwesterninspired dishes, or ones with Caribbean, Cuban or Asian influence. Guacamole and fundidos may tempt you to fill up on tortilla chips, but plan to save room for an entrée. And Platanos Foster if you can. Lunch: Mondays through Saturdays. Dinner: Mondays through Sundays. Breakfast and brunch: Sundays.

Reservations accepted for parties of five or more.

RESTAURANT BT

Restaurant BT’s shaken beef

with invention on the menu. For example, blackened Chilean sea bass is seasoned with ginger, soy and seaweed, and the rare tuna gets Thai garlic-chili sauce and Japanese spices. Despite its name, Mystic Fish has a reputation among meat lovers too.

The steaks are hormone free, thankfully, and the New Zealand rack of lamb in a Guinness demi-glace has a following. The special menu dishes are truly special. Dinner only: Seven days a week.

OISHI SUSHI & STEAK HOUSE 615 Channelside Drive, Tampa. 813-228-9202 Here you will find the art of Teppanyaki and the ultimate traditional Japanese food, specially prepared to pamper your palate by professional chefs bent on spoiling you and making this a delightful feast you will long remember. One visit and you will be back for the best and freshest sushi you have ever tasted. Lunch specials and a full bar for your pleasure. Lunch and Dinner: Seven days a week.

PRIMI URBAN CAFÉ 27 Fourth Street North, St. Petersburg. 727-895-4909 or www.primiurbancafe.com It’s Italian with a Cape Town twist, thanks to its South African owners, Arno and Irene Waltsleben. Some Italian standards are spiced up with hints of curry, red chili peppers, coriander and cilantro for example. Chef Arno consistently delivers high-quality food for a 80 www.duPontREGISTRY.com/TampaBay

1633 West Snow Avenue, Old Hyde Park Village, Tampa. 813258-1916 or www.restaurantbt.com Exquisite food and great ambience are just two ingredients that make Restaurant BT a place to put into your restaurant rotation.

Chef and owner B. T. Nguyen spent her childhood in Vietnam and draws upon Asian, French and flavors she’s developed over two decades in the restaurant biz for the sophisticated menu. It’s a place where you can eat healthy too and offers vegetarian dishes that aren’t just an afterthought. Noodle bowls at lunch are satisfying and good for you. Lunch and dinner: Mondays through Saturdays. Brunch: Sundays only. Reservations accepted.

Oishi Sushi & Steak House

steak and seafood in Tampa Bay. A taste of new Florida in an old Florida atmosphere. Banquet rooms are available to host special occasions, wedding receptions, rehearsal dinners, etc.

Family owned and operated for 20 plus years. Lunch and dinner: Sunday through Thursday 11:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m; Friday and Saturday 11:30 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Brunch: Sundays only.

SLOPPY JOE’S

Sloppy Joe’s signature entree

RICKY P’s A NEW ORLEANS PO BOY SHOP 6521 Fourth Street North, St. Petersburg. 727-525-2023 or www.rickyps.com Rick Parsons, a native of New Orleans is thrilled to be living his dream—making people happy in the face with his delicious home cooking. In addition to his mouth watering sloppy roast beef, muffaletta, and shrimp po boys he also cooks up an authentic seafood gumbo, jambalaya, red beans and rice, etouffee, and Louisiana-style crab cakes. Another speciality of the house is the most delicious bread pudding you have ever tasted. Lunch: Monday through Friday, 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Dinner: Wednesdays until 7:00 p.m.

SEA SEA RIDERS 221 Main Street, Dunedin, Florida. 727-734-1445 or www.seaseariders.net Located near the waterfront in the quaint downtown district of Dunedin, Sea Sea Riders serves award-winning, reasonablypriced cuisine in a casual setting—arguably serving the best

Bilmar Beach Resort, 10650 Gulf Boulevard, Treasure Island.

727-367-1600 or www.sloppyjoesonthebeach.com When you want to soak in a stunning sunset while sipping a beachy cocktail nothing hits the spot like Sloppy Joe’s. Sure, it’s not the original one, but that’s just a detail, especially when the beachfront deck seats 150. It’s the place to be with music, vacationers and seasoned locals making it festive. It also offers a casual beachy menu with the faves from the Key West institution, among them the conch fritters, sloppy joes, Key lime pie and wings. Lunch and dinner: Seven days a week.

TAPS WINE & BEER MERCHANTS 777 North Ashley Drive, Tampa. 813-463-1968 or www.tapswineandbeer.com Located at the base of the Skypoint condominium building on North Ashley is Taps Wine and Beer Merchants. There are more than 60 bottles of wine available by the glass dispensed from hightech dispensing machines. And for the beer drinker the selection includes more than 300 domestic and imported beers. The kitchen turns out a creative assortment of light meals. Lunch: Monday through Friday. Dinner: Seven days week. Reservations accepted.

TEATRO ON SEVENTH 1600 E. 8th Avenue, Suite C-201, Centro Ybor. 813-248-9400 or www.teatroonseventh.com Centro Ybor’s Teatro on Seventh honors the historical past of Ybor City. The beautifully restored brick building, originally built in 1892, provides a unique ambiance with its detailed tin ceiling, hardwood floors, floor-to-ceiling ornate windows and a unique cigar terrace that overlooks the historic and lively Seventh Avenue. Teatro’s International fusion cuisine offers something for everyone. The menu provides signature dishes and cocktails that are distinctive and found only at Teatro. Valet parking is provided on 9th Avenue at the North end of Centro Ybor. Lunch and Dinner: Seven days a week. Reservations accepted.

THE VENUE

Sea Sea Riders’ Vanilla Rum Grouper

2675 Ulmerton Road, Clearwater. 727-571-2222 or www.TheVenueTampaBay.com Viaggio was recently voted one of Florida’s best restaurants by Florida Trend and has quickly become a local hot spot. The chef has created a tantalizing menu that truly sets the standard for signature steaks, the freshest local seafood, and a creative array of international tapas. Takara distinguishes itself by serving only the finest grade sushi available. Its traditionally www.duPontREGISTRY.com/TampaBay 81

The Venue’s Viaggio Lobster Salad

trained chefs prepare each dish to order and continue to garner top accolades throughout Tampa Bay. Come experience Takara’s exotic cuisine and indulge yourself in its beautiful and friendly atmosphere. Reservations accepted.

WATER UNIQUE SUSHI 1015 12⁄ South Howard Avenue, Tampa. 813-251-8406 or www.ciccioandtonys.com/water Sushi gets really Americanized in a good way here. Those that fear carbs, for example, can order sushi deconstructed (called “water bowls”) with Asian slaw or greens in place of the rice.

And more traditional sushi rolls can be made with brown rice,

Wine Cellar Restaurant & Fine Catering

and its “water rolls” replace the nori with rice paper. The healthy menu offers intriguing combos, such as the don’tknock-it-until-you-try-it banana-eel roll and Asian guacamole served with wonton chips. Dinner only: Seven days a week.

WATERCOLOUR STEAKHOUSE AND GRILL 1201 Gulf Boulevard, Clearwater Beach. 727-593-1661 or www.watercolourgrille.com Acclaimed to have the best steaks on the beach, Watercolour Steakhouse and Grill features certified black Angus beef steaks as well as the freshest seafood and the most delectable desserts. Served in a relaxed elegant waterfront environment, Watercolours is one of the area’s finest places for a group party, business meal or a quiet romantic dinner. Expert service staff will make your dining experience one to remember.

Dinner: Daily 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

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17307 Gulf Boulevard, North Redington Beach. 727-393-3491 or www.thewinecellar.com Ted and Kai invite all of you to an evening of award-winning fine dining, with continental fare and European flair. Serving Tampa Bay for more than 30 years with theme-designed rooms that reflect French, Swiss, Italian and Spanish decor.

The Wine Cellar has been awarded the Florida Trend “Golden Spoon Award” and the “Silver Plate Award” from the International Culinary Society on numerous occasions. Live music and dancing starting at 7 p.m. in the Old World Lounge.

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GO RED FOR WOMEN LUNCHEON

1. Go Red For Women Luncheon Chair Barbara Smith, CFO of Gerdau Ameristeel and Gwen Mitchell from Deloitte 2. Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Barrett Ruud, keynote speaker Karen MacNeil, CFO of Gerdau Ameristeel Barbara Smith, and emcees and WTSP-10 Connects anchors Ginger Gadsden and Keith Jones 3. Liz Smith, Julia Arnette, Carole Hershman, and Lisa Moore from IBM

The Go Red For Women Luncheon was hosted by the American Heart Association to better educate women about their risk for cardiovascular disease and raise funds to fight the No. 1 killer of wives, mothers, sisters and girlfriends. The luncheon encouraged women to love their hearts through health screenings, workshops and a special keynote speaker, Karen MacNeil, author of The Wine Bible and Wine, Food & Friends. dR

TAMPA BAY WINE & FOOD FESTIVAL Loews Hotels sponsored a successful haute epicurean journey that was a huge success for Heartbeat International and FRLA’s Pro Start Program. Food and wine were not the only crowd pleasers. There was also a runway show presented by Ivanka Ska, and a silent auction. This sunset, beach side event was appropriately held against the backdrop of pure indulgence, the alluring Don CeSar Beach Resort & Spa. dR

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1. Tom James and bronze sculptor Dustin Payne discuss Dustin’s bronzes 2. Mary James, Christopher Forbes (brother of Steve Forbes), Chairman of Raymond James Financial Tom James and Bob Hardin 3. Tom James and People’s Choice award winner Matthew Hillier

11TH ANNUAL WILDLIFE & WESTERN VISIONS ART SHOW

Photographs courtesy of Raymond James Financial

Nineteen world-renowned artists presented oils, bronzes, watercolors, giclees and Native American jewelry during the art show. Tom James was presented with a gift to honor his 40 years as CEO of the financial services firm— a handcrafted grandfather clock made by Raymond James Financial Advisor, Bill Thompson. The clock face was painted by five of the exhibiting artists including wildlife painter Matthew Hillier, who also won the show’s People’s Choice award. Five artists participated in the first time Quick Draw Demonstration event—creating original artwork in just two hours that was then sold by silent auction. dR

RUTH ECKERD HALL’S FIFTH ANNUAL SPRING GALA This year’s gala was co-chaired by Barbara Schmitz and Sandy Stroyne.

This is the largest annual fundraising event to benefit The Marcia P. Hoffman Performing Arts Institute at Ruth Eckerd Hall. The evening included cocktails and dinner, live and silent auctions and dancing to the Private Stock Band. Event proceeds totaled more than $187,000. dR

1. Gala Co-Chair Sandy Stroyne and guest Connie Whiddon 2. Maribel Colon, Clearwater Fire Chief Jamie Geer, and Clearwater City Manager Bill Horne 3. Eric Schmitz and Gala Co-Chair Barbara Schmitz 4. Gala Grand Sponsor Rhonda and Peter Cunzolo of ExecuJet Charter Service

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GLAZER CHILDREN’S MUSEUM IMAGINATION GALA The Glazer Children’s Museum hosted Imagination Gala on May 22, 2010 inside the 53,000-square-foot museum. This was the first public event held inside the new museum slated to open Fall 2010. The Dr. Seuss-themed event was co-chaired by Angela Ardolino, board member and marketing chair at Glazer Children’s Museum and publisher of Tampa Bay Parenting Magazine, and Kelly Feldman, partner at Ceviche Restaurant. dR

1. Angela Ardolino, Nicole Alstott, and Mike Alstott 2. KellyFeldman and Angela Ardolino 3. Mayor Pam Iorio, and Nancy and Al Najjar

FASHION, FOOTBALL, FOOD GLAZER CHILDREN’S MUSEUM Bucs Women’s Organization and Suzanne and Roger Perry of Datz Deli presented the event hosted by Angela Ardolino as celebrities modeled to benefit the Glazer Children’s Museum Imagination Gala the following month.

Wearing the latest designer attire, Tony and Lauren Dungy, Michael and Tina Clayton, Commissioner Kevin Beckner, Brendan McLaughlin, Ryan Nece, Ricky Reynolds and more walked the celebrity catwalk around the pool. dR

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13TH ANNUAL MOMENTS IN TIME GALA—OUT OF AFRICA

1. Juli and Dan Greenwald MD 2. Tampa General Hospital CEO Ron Hytoff 3. Gala co-chair Holly Tomlin, Scott Hurst, Gala co-chair Barbara Hurst, and John Tomlin

This year’s gala, Out of Africa, under the guidance of chairwomen Barbara Hurst and Holly Tomlin, raised over $220,000 in net proceeds for Tampa General Hospital’s Fund for the Future. This fund helps TGH achieve its vision of being the leading medical center in West Central Florida. Contributions ensure that their dedicated physicians and patient care staff have all the necessary tools to provide excellent medical care and to advance teaching, research and service in our community. The safari or cocktails under the stars, explored the 375 guest’s wild side, as they sampled exotic dishes and experienced a majestic evening filled with all the enchantment and beauty of the African landscape. dR

eMASON ONE & DONE CELEBRITY TENNIS PRO-AM Tennis hall of famer Jim Courier and international tennis star Anna Kournikova joined local sports teams and tennis professionals to raise funds to benefit Morton Plant Hospital’s Doyle Women’s and Children’s Health Initiative. Soosie Lazenby created the event to honor her team of physicians. Activities included a lunch, interaction with stars, Q&A session with athletes, ping pong tournament and a silent auction. dR

1. Jim Courier, Anna Kournikova, and Ryan Nece 2. Anna Kournikova and Madeline Doyle 3. Jim Courier, Christine Hubbell, and Jimmy Arias 4. Emcee Jack Harris

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dR EVENTS Through August 22 The Visionary World of Vladimir Yoffe Contemporaries Gallery Leepa-Rattner Museum of Art

July 28–May 1, 2011 New Works: Prints, Drawings, Collages Museum of Fine Arts

Through December 10 Sharing Salvador: The History of the Dali Museum + the Morse Collection the Dalí Museum

July 30 Rihanna 7:30p.m.

1-800-ASK-GARY Amphitheatre

Through January 16, 2011 Romantic Interludes Women in Firdawsi's Shahnama Museum of Fine Arts Through Janaury 30, 2011 From Life to Death in the Ancient World Tampa Museum of Art Through January 30, 2011 Splendid Treasures of the Turkomen Tribes from Central Asia Ringling Museum of Art July 3–August 14 Undressing the Feminine Mindy Solomon Gallery July 16-24 The Music Man Carrollwood Cultural Center July 22–August 14 Steady Rain by Keith Huff American Stage July 24 Suncoast Walk for Wishes 2010 7:30 a.m.

USF Botanical Gardens Tampa July 25 Weird Al Yankovic 7:00 p.m.

Progress Energy Center's Mahaffey Theater July 26 Timeless: Clay Aiken and Ruben Studdard 7:00 p.m.

Ruth Eckerd Hall July 28 Crowded House 8:00 p.m.

Ruth Eckerd Hall Dave Matthews Band 7:00 p.m.

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Robert Plant and The Band of Joy 8:00 p.m.

Ruth Eckerd Hall July 31 Santana 7:30p.m.

1-800-ASK-GARY Amphitheatre Happy Together Tour: The Turtles, The Grass Roots, Micky Dolenz, The Buckinghams 8:00 p.m.

Ruth Eckerd Hall August 1–August 29 Hal Stowers: Coastal Florida Fragilities Leepa-Rattner Museum of Art August 4 American Idols LIVE! Tour 2010 7:30p.m.

St. Pete Times Forum Cyndi Lauper and David Rhodes 8:00 p.m.

Ruth Eckerd Hall August 5–22 Dog Sees God: Confessions of a Teenage Blockhead Shimberg Playhouse The Straz Center August 8 Cinderella 7:30p.m.

House of Blues August 11 The Wiggles Wiggly Circus Live!

6:30 p.m.

Mahaffey Theater Erykah Badu 8:00p.m.

1-800-ASK-GARY Amphitheatre August 13 Brad Paisley 7:00 p.m.

1-800-ASK-GARY Amphitheatre

CATS

August 13–15

There's no better way to introduce your family to the wonders of live theater than with the magic, the mystery, the memory of CATS. What began as a musical about cats after Andrew Lloyd Webber picked up a book of poems in an airport bookshop has become one of the longest running shows in Broadway's history. Winner of seven Tony Awards including Best Musical, CATS features 20 of Andrew Lloyd Webber's timeless melodies, including the hit song, Memory. The Straz Center Kathy Griffin 8:00 p.m.

Ruth Eckerd Hall

August 25 Jack Johnson 7:00p.m.

1-800-ASK-GARY Amphitheatre

August 13–15 CATS Carol Morsani Hall The Straz Center

August 28 FARA Energy Ball A La Carte Event Pavilion

August 19–September 26 Respect: A Musical Journey of Women Jaeb Theater The Straz Center

August 28–January 9, 2011 Transcending Visions: American Impressionism 1870-1940 Museum of Fine Arts

August 20 Rebecca Zapen-By Any Other Name: Jazz!

7:30 p.m.

Progress Energy Center's Mahaffey Theater

September 1 Creed 7:30p.m.

1-800-ASK-GARY Amphitheatre

August 20-22 The Sound of Music Carol Morsani Hall August 21–September 25 Art Spaces Mindy Solomon Gallery August 24 Natalie Merchant 8:00 p.m.

Ruth Eckerd Hall

Tears for Fears 8:00 p.m.

Ruth Eckerd Hall September 3 Toby Keith 7:00 p.m.

1-800-ASK-GARY Amphitheatre September 10 John Mayer 7:00 p.m.

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Venue key September 10–12 45th Annual Tampa Boat Show Tampa Convention Center September 10–October 2 Witness for the Prosecution

by Agatha Christe Carrollwood Players Theatre September 12–November 7 Florida Watercolor Society: 39th Annual Exhibition Leepa-Rattner Museum of Art September 15–October 3 Jobsite Theater presents Einstein’s Dreams Shimberg Playhouse September 16 Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers 7:30p.m.

St. Pete Times Forum September 18 Kings of Leon 7:30 p.m.

1-800-ASK-GARY Amphitheatre September 21 Lady Antebellum 7:30 p.m.

Ruth Eckerd Hall

September 24 Fame:The Musical 8:00 p.m.

The Straz Center September 28 Nikki Yanofsky 7:30 p.m.

Ruth Eckerd Hall October 4 Jeffrey Foucault 7:30 p.m.

Jaeb Theater The Straz Center October 7 Fifth Annual Flavor of Jazz 6:00 p.m.

Ruth Eckerd Hall October 8–10 Sunshine City Antiques and Collectibles Show The Coliseum, St. Petersburg October 15 Sugarland 7:00 p.m.

1-800-ASK-GARY Amphitheatre October 15-16 Women of Faith St. Pete Times Forum

October 20–November 17 Jobsite Theater presents Mindgame Shimberg Playhouse October 22–November 13 The Complete Works of William Shakespeare Carrollwood Players Theatre October 23 Chelsea Handler: Chelsea Chelsea Bang Bang 8:00 p.m.

The Straz Center

1-800-ASK-GARY Amphitheatre Tampa State Fair Grounds Asolo Repertory Theatre Sarasota, www.asolo.org American Stage St. Petersburg, www.americanstage.org The Beth Ann Morean Arts Center St. Petersburg, www.theartscenter.org Capitol Theatre Palm Harbor Carrollwood Players Theatre Tampa, www.carrollwoodplayers.com The Coliseum St. Petersburg, www.stpete.org/coliseum Dunedin Fine Art Center Dunedin, www.dfac.org Gorilla Theatre Tampa, www.gorilla-theatre.com

October 25 Carrie Underwood 7:30 p.m.

St. Pete Times Forum

Harborview Center Clearwater, www.harborview-center.com

October 26–31 9 to 5: The Musical Carol Morsani Hall The Straz Center

Leepa-Rattner Museum of Art Tarpon Springs www.spcollege.edu/central/museum

October 26–February 27, 2011 Forbidden Broadway Jaeb Theater The Straz Center dR duPont Publishing has made every effort to ensure the accuracy of all program schedules. Call ahead to verify the dates and times of these events. For consideration in future issues, e-mail teveleth@dupontregistry.com or fax 727-489-0279.

Henry B. Plant Museum Tampa, www.plantmuseum.com The Lakeland Center Lakeland, www.thelakelandcenter.com

Lowry Park Zoo Tampa, www.lowryparkzoo.com Mahaffey Theater St. Petersburg, www.mahaffeytheater.com Mindy Solomon Gallery St. Petersburg, www.mindysolomon.com Museum of Fine Arts St. Petersburg, www.fine-arts.org MOSI Tampa, www.mosi.org North Straub Park St. Petersburg, www.stpete.org/parks Nova 535 St. Petersburg, www.nova535.com Old Hyde Park Village Tampa, www.hydeparkvillage.net Palladium Theatre St. Petersburg, www.mypalladium.org Ringling Museum of Art Sarasota, www.ringling.org Ruth Eckerd Hall Clearwater, www.rutheckerdhall.com Sacred Heart Catholic Church Tampa, www.sacredheartfla.org Saks Fifth Avenue, West Shore Plaza Tampa, www.saksfifthavenue.com St. Petersburg Little Theatre St. Petersburg, www.splt.org St. Petersburg Museum of History St. Petersburg, www.spmoh.org St. Pete Times Forum Tampa, www.stpetetimesforum.com Salvador Dalí Museum St. Petersburg, www.salvadordalimuseum.org The Studio@620 St. Petersburg, www.studio620.org The Straz Center (Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center) Tampa, www.tbpac.org The Tampa Improv Tampa, www.tampaimprov.com Tampa Museum of Art Tampa, www.tampamuseum.com Tampa Theatre Tampa, www.tampatheatre.org

American Idols LIVE! Tour 2010

August 4

The American Idol Live! Tour 2010 will feature the American Idol Season 9 top 10 contestants Didi Benami, Crystal Bowersox, Lee DeWyze, Andrew Garcia, Casey James, Aaron Kelly, Michael Lynche, Siobhan Magnus, Katie Stevens, and Tim Urban. St. Pete Times Forum 90 www.duPontREGISTRY.com/TampaBay

USF Contemporary Art Museum Tampa, www.ira.usf.edu USF Theater 2 Tampa, www.arts.usf.edu USF Sundome Tampa, www.arts.usf.edu Vinoy Park St. Petersburg, www.stpete.org/parks

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Serious cruising—in any climate

By Benjamin Greene

Mercedes-Benz E-Class Cabriolet

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he Mercedes-Benz E-Class Cabriolet should come with an optional bench seat for across the front, so you could sit with one hand on the wheel and the other wrapped around your favorite girl.

No need to worry about things like cold air temperatures or turbulent winds with the fabric convertible top down, so long as the Mercedes has its Air Scarf and Air Cap systems in place. The former sits in what is normally the open space between the top of the seat and the bottom of the head rest and gently blows warm air on the occupants’ necks. The latter is a wind deflector that pops out from the top of the windshield frame. In conjunction with a mesh screen that connects the two rear headrests, the Air Cap system is designed to literally put a cap over the occupants of the car by orchestrating air flow over the cabin.

Of course, Mercedes-Benz says the system really only works when the windows are up.

With parts borrowed from both the C-Class and E-Class, the E-Class Cabriolet only completely shares its plat-

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form with the E-Class Coupe. It replaces the CLK Cabriolet, which replaced the E-Class Cabriolet in the mid-90s; think of it as a way for Mercedes-Benz to trim down on showroom confusion by nixing the CLK (and the CL, which will become the S-Class Coupe).

Like the coupe, the cabriolet has two engines available: a 268-hp 3.5-liter V-6 and a 382-hp 5.5-liter V-8. Although both engines are powerful and send power to the rear wheels via a seven-speed auto-

matic, the V-8 offers the sprightly straight-line performance some desire, although neither will see much action on curvy roads. Not that they are incapable— the car is available with a sport package and the V-8 comes with a sport button that tightens up the suspension and the shifting points—but at 4,048 pounds, the car’s weight and overall demeanor call for less spirited and more affable driving; the kind you get when you have your favorite girl sitting next to you. dR

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duPont REGISTRYTM

Fifth Anniversary Event

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n Saturday morning, May 15, 2010, a special anniversary event was celebrated with over 300 car crazy autofiles. May was the month to celebrate Cars & Coffee’s 5th Anniversary, Boulevard Custom’s 15th Anniversary, and the 25th Anniversary of the duPont REGISTRY A Buyers Gallery of Fine Automobiles®. A special Cars & Coffee pin was handed out to the drivers in attendance. It was a beautiful morning starting at 7:00 a.m., with gallons of coffee flowing from Bay Coffee and Tea Company.

One of the highlights of the event was George Mas from Tesla Motors who gave test drives in their “super hot” electric vehicle to those who signed up ahead of time. People were fascinated with this car and stood in line just to get a glimpse of it.

As usual, some of the best cars arrive impromptu. Lex Goldenberg brought in a 1955 Mercedes 300SL “Gullwing” that he has only owned for a month. “I love cars and this is a good thing to do on a Saturday morning. It’s a lot of fun to drive the car in and to look at all the other vehicles here,” Lex enthused.

Jim Norman brought his very special, and hard-to-miss Maserati. The red, orange and yellow Maserati was driven at the Gumball Rally earlier in May. This year the Gumball Rally started in London and ended in New York’s Times Square,

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passing through Amsterdam, Copenhagen, Stockholm, Bangor, Maine, Quebec City, Montreal, Toronto and then to New York City. “I’ve been coming to your Cars & Coffee for five years. Back then there were about 30 great cars. I still come every other month or so because the best cars in the Tampa Bay area are here, and the real car enthusiasts know it is the place to be. It has been great to watch it evolve. Plus, now I can bring my son and his friends to see everything from a 1953 Cadillac to the electric cars,” expressed Jim. Over on the BLVD Customs side, the ramp to their install bays was flanked with a pair of their limited edition “Blvd Camaros,” a fully customized Saleen Extreme Mustang and, the Mercedescommissioned GLK350 “Urban Whip.”

Once you made it past the usual assortment of other serious metal collected there, more treats awaited inside.

Among the works in progress was a Hummer H2 that was receiving a full interior upgrade in black Alcantara suede with red and black diamondstitched seating, a carbon fiber dash, a matte-black paint job and full exterior blackout with custom logos, rim and tire package, suspension lift, and a full audio/video system. One of the rare

CLK63 Black Edition Mercedes was also present getting an audio upgrade to rival a fine home stereo system as well as interior and exterior mods. Finally, a Rolls Phantom sitting on 26-inch chrome GFG wheels was carefully having the front doors reworked to conceal a pair of JL Audio 13.5-inch slim-line subwoofers with hand-stitched factory leather as part of a full audio package.

Of course, there were some great cars on display in the duPont REGISTRYTM showroom as usual. There was everything from the 1928 and 1929 duPont cars to “Pinky,” a 1959 pink Cadillac, and a large variety of new and used vehicles owned by clients and friends such as the original #1 “General Lee.” You should seriously consider coming to an upcoming Cars & Coffee event.

They are held every third Saturday of the month throughout the year, from 7:00 to 9:00 a.m. at the duPont REGISTRYTM headquarters on 3051 Tech Drive, near the intersection of Ulmerton Road and 34th Street North in the Gateway area.

It’s early for a weekend morning, but it allows you to get your car out when the roads are less travelled, and you still make it home in time for the kids’ soccer games and to take care of the honey-do list. dR

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Aquariums, Arts and Museums

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Medical and Dental Services

Florida Aquarium . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Gentle Dentistry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

13

Morean Arts Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Stern Cosmetic Surgery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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The Florida Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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St. Lukes Cataract & Laser Institute . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

68–69

Automobiles

Professional Services

Boulevard Customs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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A Plus Restoration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Fields BMW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

10

Mist Florida . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Mercedes-Benz of Tampa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Real Estate Events and Benefits Susan B. Komen, Passionately Pink for the Cure . . . . . .

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Fashion and Jewelry

A.L. Commercial, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

72

Century 21 Jim White & Associates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

60–61

Coldwell Banker Florida, Peggy Mateer . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Coldwell Banker Florida, Mary Ann McArthur . . . . . . . .

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Gold and Diamond Source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Coldwell Banker Florida, Carole Merritt . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Silver Queen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Coldwell Banker Florida, Martha Thorn . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Ulysse Nardin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Engel & Volkers, Steve Kepler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Equity Realtors, Deborah Marcum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Sand Key Realty, Rafal Wazio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Financial Services Seaside National Bank and Trust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Resorts Golf Destinations Black Diamond Ranch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Sheraton Sand Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Restaurants Home Builders and Home Improvement

Bascom's Chop House . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Cutting Edge Granite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Mazzaro Italian Market . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Kitchen Bath and Beyond . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Oishi Sushi Restaurant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Levell Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Salt Rock Grill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Mont Krest Stone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Sea Sea Riders Restaurant, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Nebula Lighting Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Takara . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Olde World Cabinetry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Thai Thani . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Phillips Pools & Landscape, LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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The Venue Night Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Precision Elevator Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Viaggio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Triplepoint Design Build . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Watercolour Steakhouse & Grill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Interior Design and Home Furnishings

Specialty Items

Bronze Lady Home Furnishings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Designs by Cherie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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First Impressions Theme Theatres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Marla Davidson Tile and Stone Co. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

IFC

Clementine sew darling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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