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HOME by Gale Steves in the Best Tradition

by Cathleen McCann The Heart of the Home Where We Celebrate Friends and Family by Cathleen McCann Mediterranean Bath The Natural Choice by Susan B. Barnes The Mediterranean Closer to Home

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by Melinda Tam Orlando The Face of Courage

CULINARY MASTERS by Catherine Mitseas Mom’s Family Recipes Launch a Career Chef Ryan Mitchell, Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar

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TRAVEL by Cathleen McCann Beautiful Bed & Breakfasts

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WINES by Amanda Roberts A Brand of Tradition and Substance Cantina Novelli Winery

Autumn in New York

AROUND THE BAY by Janan Talafer

FEATURE by Dr. Barbara H. Hodges Open the Doors to the Possibilities of an Independent Education

REAL ESTATE

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RESTAURANT REGISTRY PARTY EVENTS CALENDAR AUTO by Benjamin Greene New tricks, still no compromises

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Charming & Eclectic Cabana Café and Gifts is Tina Marie and Javier Avila’s newest restaurant in the delightful downtown Dunedin area. The Avilas, who own Casa Tina and Pan y Vino, have taken the former Purple Moon boutique and turned it into a charming café, gift shop and outdoor lounge with live Latin jazz and acoustic guitar music. The restored historic cottage that houses Cabana Café is pure vintage old-style Florida. A casual menu includes salads, soup and paninis, as well as deserts, coffee, wine and beer, with many organic selections. In the shop you’ll find hand-made jewelry, glass art, garden accessories, mobiles, candles and more. Frequent fundraisers support local music and the arts, as well as Dunedin Harvest, a community gardening effort. 365 Main Street, Dunedin. 727-734-9226. www.cabanacaveandgifts.com

A Dash of Salt Salt therapy for breathing problems, an all-natural treatment called Speleotherapy, has been standard in Russia and Eastern Europe since the 1800s, when patients benefited from the healing effects of underground salt caves. Today salt rooms above ground recreate the cave environment. In Tampa, Breathing Clear introduces the treatment locally for the first time. Imported blocks of salt from the Ukraine line the walls of each treatment room. Patients sit in a comfortable chair and listen to music or read a book while microscopic particles of salt diffuse into the air, penetrating the lining of the lungs and sinus cavity, helping thin and clear mucous and making it easier to breathe. It’s especially beneficial for asthma, allergies, bronchitis and other respiratory conditions. 3838 Neptune Avenue, Tampa. 877-360-7258. www.breathingclear.com

Coffee and a Cigar Rich Cuban coffee can now be found in downtown St. Petersburg starting at 7 a.m. Perk up with a double or triple espresso—the stronger, the better, at Havana Room Café, the newest addition to Greg Haddad’s popular Central Cigar lounge. Decorative cigar boxes line the counters in the café, but no cigar smoking allowed until later in the day. Order your coffee with flavorings and a traditional Cuban pastry filled with guava, cheese or pineapple and made fresh in Tampa. The pastries are offered only until 2 p.m., but coffee is served until the lounge closes. For an evening treat, try the Don Juan with dark rum, Kahlua and cream. “Customers had been asking for the Cuban coffee experience,” says Haddad. “It was a natural extension for us.” 237 Central Avenue, St. Petersburg. 727-898-2442. 14 www.duPontREGISTRY.com/TampaBay

Art, Food and A View Sono Café, a mini-satellite of Tampa’s landmark Mise En Place restaurant, sits at the back of the new Tampa Museum of Art, where there is a fabulous view of the Hillsborough River, children playing at Curtis Hixon Park and the minarets at the University of Tampa. The small café is ideal for an informal lunch or dinner after a tour of the art museum. On-site chef, Chris Mascia just moved here from New York City, where he ran the café at the Museum of Modern Art. He expects the menu to expand this fall with more entrees, but currently there are a variety of gourmet salads, upscale paninis, coffees and deserts. Open during museum hours—late on Thursday until 9 p.m. 120 West Gasparilla Plaza, Tampa. 813-274-8130. www.tampamuseum.org

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Heavenly Pairings Cinnamon pear balsamic vinegar and blood orange olive oil blend to create the Poached Pair. Dark chocolate balsamic and smoky chipotle olive oil make Holy Mole. And tangerine balsamic and sweet lemon olive oil are perfect in The Sorrento. A self-described “foodie” and former investment banker, James Regan has opened Kalamazoo Olive Company to showcase small grove artisan olive oils and balsamic vinegars from around the world. Both the quality and the freshness of the oils gives them the “WOW” factor, says Regan. All flavored oils are fused. Ask for a taste of the “traditional” balsamic from Modena, Italy, aged 18 years in a barrel. It’s heavenly, like a fine wine. Bottles are UV-rated to prevent sunlight from degrading the taste. 449 Central Avenue, Suite 100, St. Petersburg. 727-258-4925.

Fresh on Franklin Imagine a cereal bar with 40 different kinds of cereal, paired with milk that you can spike with flavorings like banana, strawberry or Bailey’s (non-alcoholic). At Fresh, cereal is not just a breakfast food, it’s also a snack—think Golden Grahams with minimarshmallows and chocolate chips. There’s also a frozen yogurt bar with a dozen flavors, both soft serve and hard serve; a panini station with 18 signature pressedsandwiches, and a salad emporium with specialty salads and salad dressings made from scratch. Order from the menu or let your imagination and taste buds guide you to a custom creation. Co-owners Bryan Goodell and Jeffrey Morzella have a mantra of fresh as possible, fast service for the business crowd and affordable—lunch under $10. 120 West Gasparilla Plaza, Tampa. 813-274-8130. www.tampamuseum.org

At the Hangar Watch the planes take off and land at the Hangar Restaurant and Flight Lounge, the new venue at Albert Whitted Airport on the St. Petersburg waterfront. The restaurant takes up the entire second floor of the airport terminal with floor to ceiling windows offering a great view of the runway. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, the Hangar also features a Sunday brunch buffet for just $12.95 per person. A small banquet room is available for special events. Come for the live jazz on Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings. The menu is varied—from salads and Philly steak sandwiches to mussel bowls and pork tenderloin. The small airport handles both private and commercial aviation and is home to about 185 aircraft. 540 1st Street SE, St. Petersburg. 727-823-PROP. www.thehangarstpete.com

Downtown’s Gourmet Market Downtown St. Petersburg’s first high-end specialty market, Messineo’s Gourmet Market, is now open. The grocery offers a variety of organic produce; grassfed, no growth hormone chicken, beef and bison; seafood; an olive bar, and a good selection of prepared foods to go. There’s also a coffee bar, imported cheeses and a small bakery with breads and desserts like Tiramisu, a rich and creamy variety from Italy that is owner Jim Mason’s favorite. About 10 different wraps and paninis are made on-site, including a dessert-like one with pear, brie and honey. A bulk section with dried fruits, granolas, nuts, beans, shortbread cookies and gourmet snacks is set up like an old-fashioned penny candy store with items in big glass jars. 179 1st Avenue North, St. Petersburg. 727-895-1400. dR

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urniture in the European tradition never goes out of style. If you are seeking a welcome refuge from the cold, hard edges of modern furnishings, then look again at Mediterranean designs. It is no longer dark and forbidding. “In fact, what really attract many customers are the lustrous wood tones and soft curves of these traditional European designs,” says Carol Brawner of Bronze Lady Home Furnishings in Madeira Beach. “And then they look closer and realize that the functionality is a huge plus as well.” Scott Burgess of Heritage House Interiors in Pinellas Park adds that,

By Gale Steves

There was time when Mediterranean furniture referred to ornate, heavily carved pieces. Today, these refined furniture styles that originate in southern Europe add sophistication to any room.

“Many clients turn to these styles when only the ‘right’ piece will do…The scale and design of beds or chests can really take the spotlight in a room.” The latest generation of the unique furniture has reinterpreted familiar styles to suit today’s home with its open plans and larger rooms. The good news for Tampa Bay residents is that the wood tones have become lighter, almost muted. Sherri Johns of Annabelle’s Fine Furnishings in Odessa says, “This reinvented style makes the new furniture blend better with existing pieces. Add a beautiful table or chest and you can transform the personality of a space. The

lighter warm finishes add a glamorous yet relaxed feel.” Mary Jo Polo of Design Interiors in Tampa interprets, “Today’s Mediterranean style is a style that has become clean in lines. It is kind of a less-is-best style. As you and I know, we live a fast paced hectic lifestyle. Some of what we carry, such as the Hooker’s Sanctuary collection has a timeless design. It is graceful and calm. You can create a Sanctuary in your home. After all, we all need a place to get away from it all.” “This is a warm and inviting style that has timeless appeal,” suggests Kris Kolar, Vice President Interior Design, Robb and Stucky Interiors. “Soft and comfy seating does not have to be contemporary. The traditionalists prefer the layered look that appears as though furnishings were collected over time.” Most of her clients want elegant settings for their European furniture but in rooms that are both cozy and intimate.”

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This Sonoma Hide-a-bar™ Cabinet in cherry from Howard Miller Total Home hides a generous amount of wine and liquors as well as glassware and bar supplies behind closed doors. The lock, providing desired security and two lift-up shelves for workspace are a bonus. Bronze Lady Home Furnishings, Madeira Beach. 727-393-HOME (4663) or www.bronzeladyhome.com

Sleeping Beauty Postobello Home Collection from Drexel Heritage offers a sophisticated mix of classic designs in warm woods. The name translates to “beautiful place” and with this Byron Bed, available in queen, king and California King sizes, that’s what you will really get is something timeless.Heritage House Home Interiors, Pinellas Park. 727-577-1776

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Through the Sanctuary Collection by Hooker Furniture, you can put together a soft and serene backdrop for your life. Transform your dining room into a relaxing space with the Refractory table, Canterbury arm chair plus Clarice skirted chair and thin, two-door display cabinet. Design Interiors Furniture Showroom, Tampa. 813-247-4557 or www.designinteriorsfurniture.com

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Dressed for the Occasion

The designers at Robb & Stucky created a relaxed environment that makes entertaining almost effortless. The oversized living space becomes comfortable with the classic sofas creating two conversation areas and eclectic wood and metal furniture that is rich in European historical reference. Robb & Stucky, Tampa. 1-866-399-7078 or www.robbstucky.com dR

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The new Domaine Collection from Harden Furniture presents new traditional style seating in the comfort of linen plus cotton fabrics. This sofa is a chameleon as it dresses up or down to meet your entertaining needs. The 1806 armoire is another European interpretation from Harden. Annabelle’s Fine Furnishings, Odessa. 813920-3675 or www.annabellesfurniture.com

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Friends and Family

architectural elements and accessories, like lighting fixtures and ceiling beams.” Using an aged paint technique on clean-

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un baked beaches with deep blue waters, beautiful countryside resplendent with rustic and elegant architecture, and a relaxed way of living that celebrates friends and family. These are all common threads that tie various parts of the Mediterranean together, whether in the heart of Tuscany, French countryside, or Spanish coast. It’s no wonder Mediterranean kitchen design remains so popular and celebrates this way of life. The kitchen is the heart of the home —the perfect place to bring friends and family together to enjoy good times and special occasions. A Mediterranean kitchen provides the perfect backdrop and sets the tone for living la dolce vita. Warm and inviting colors, timeless materials and design styles, and elegant accessories are some of the details needed to evoke that Mediterranean flavor. Some of Florida’s best go-to sources for quality design share some advice on creating, or refining, this look at home. Cabinetry is perhaps the most dominant architectural element in the kitchen. It certainly is one of the most expensive and an area prone to mistakes. In Mediterranean kitchens, cabinetry is functional, yet beautiful and timeless. It is best to opt for simplicity when choosing cabinetry designs, a lesson learned as Mediterranean style has evolved since first making a splash on the design scene. A movement away from heavier designs and more ornate appliqués to a more clean-lined approach is the trend, with good reasoning behind it. “It is easier to change the smaller things in your kitchen than your cabinetry,” advises Charna Kety, designer with Allikristé Fine Cabinetry and Kitchen Design, a familyowned and operated full-service design center with three showrooms on Florida’s west coast. “A lot of ornate details are brought out more now in the kitchen’s

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Nancy Braamse, CMKBD, owner of Olde World Cabinetry, a renowned fullservice design center, echoes the sentiment that Mediterranean cabinet styles should have simple, clean lines. “A true Mediterranean kitchen uses different cabinetry colors so it looks like it has evolved over time, not like it is brand new,” she adds. Recessed panels are a nice cabinetry detail to incorporate in a Mediterranean kitchen. Wood choice is also important and can enhance the look dramatically. “Using older wood is a great choice in a Mediterranean kitchen,” Braamse notes. Her recommendations include rustic alder, which has beautiful knots, or rift cut oak, which has a beautiful grain pattern. While cabinetry is an important part of the kitchen, what you choose to top it off with is just as important. Natural stone makes the perfect choice for a countertop. “Granite and marble are a perfect complement to a Mediterranean motif,” says Larry Crowley, president of Cutting Edge Granite, a family-owned and operated natural stone fabrication company. “This look doesn’t go out of style.” He suggests pairing darker colored cabinetry with lighter colored marble and granite to lighten the overall kitchen design. No longer relegated to just an afterthought, appliances are becoming standouts in their own right. Color is making a comeback, a look that pairs nicely with Mediterranean design. “Manufacturers such as BlueStar, Viking, Bertazzoni, and ILVE are introducing ranges with colored porcelain doors instead of stainless,”

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says Lynn Krislin, owner of Appliance Gallery in Largo. Matching range hoods are also available. Her top choices are burgundy colored ranges with brass trim from Viking or ILVE. “This is a very nice look which really adds to the Mediterranean style,” she says. While this look can enhance a Mediterranean kitchen, it is important to heed this expert’s advice. “It is best to cover the dishwasher and refrigerator in

paneling, so that it allows the colored range to be the focal point,” she notes. Another way to make your range the focal point and give it an authentic flair is by using Mediterranean tile as an accent on a stone or paneled hood. And lastly, refrigerated wine storage is becoming an increasingly popular feature, with good reason. “Everyone strongly associates wine with the Mediterranean,” Krislin explains. dR

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reate a beautiful refuge from the hustle-and-bustle of everyday life, a place that is both elegant and understated. Mediterranean baths make use of beautiful materials like aged metals, natural stone, and intricately designed tiles to create an atmosphere that envelopes you with its warmth. No longer relegated to a utilitarian afterthought in home design, baths are taking center stage in importance on par with kitchens. Take a page out of the Mediterranean bath design book to create this look at home with some great advice from design experts. One of the best reasons to incorporate a Mediterranean bath in your home is perhaps one that some are not aware of. “Mediterranean is a “green” style of design because it uses lots of natural products and reuses material, like natural stone,” says Nancy Braamse, CMKBD, owner of Olde World Cabinetry, a full-service design center in Largo, Florida. In a Mediterranean bath, cabinets are more freestanding, furniture-like pieces and usually use dark, natural woods. The style is simple, rather than ornate. “The less ornate cabinetry you have, the better,” Braamse adds. “The emphasis is on the beautiful tilework.” Beautiful, natural mosaics are prevalent in Mediterranean tilework and the perfect choice in the bath. While the Mediterranean look has expanded to be a more broadly used term, there are certain design principles that hold true. “A comfortable atmosphere is what designers and builders are trying to achieve,” says Larry Crowley, president of Cutting Edge Granite, a full-service natural stone manufacturer with locations in Tampa, Largo, and Ft. Meyers. Higher ceilings, distressed finishes on cabinets, and columns are some ways to give baths a more relaxed, airy feel. Natural stones like marble or granite

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common Mediterranean design feature.” Larger soaking tubs or tubs-for-two can help make that time more pleasurable. Add additional flourish to the bath design with well chosen accessories. Plumbing fixtures, lighting, and sinks all present wonderful opportunities to enhance a Mediterranean bath design. “An oil rubbed bronze finish is popular on plumbing and lighting fixtures in the Mediterranean style,” says Michele Hohman, designer with Ferguson Enterprises, a nationwide wholesale plumbing and building distributor with a showroom in Tampa. The dark brown finish gives fixtures a warm, handmade, and aged look, rather than a refined one. Matching the finish on plumbing and light-

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make excellent choices for countertops and are used in other areas of the bath, too. “People, especially husbands and wives, are spending a lot more time in their bathrooms than before,” Crowley adds. “A separate tub and shower is a

ing fixtures is preferred. Great attention to detail is given to Mediterranean lighting fixtures, from their look to the light they cast. The fixtures themselves tend to be ornate, with intricate designs, like scrollwork or leaf motifs. “Ornate is the key with lighting fixtures in Mediterranean design,” Hohman says. A softer glow and warmer ambience is achieved by using linen or gold colored glass globes, instead of white. Lastly, an Alabaster, limestone, or colored glass vessel sink is a perfect choice in Mediterranean bath design. “Typically, the goal in Mediterranean design is to bring the outside in,” says Karen Alonzo, lead designer with Kitchen, Bath and Beyond in Tampa, a full-service remodeling company specializing in kitchens and baths. Choosing materials in earthtones is a wise decision, especially in terms of the home’s resale value. This is very easy to accomplish since Mediterranean design emphasizes natural materials and finishes. Borrowing popular Italian design elements to create a Tuscan style is a trend in Florida, according to Alonzo. Using travertine or marble on floors and countertops is a perfect choice. “This is a honed look, not a polished one,” says Alonzo. “It is also popular to use a chiseled edge or distressed look in Mediterranean design.” Natural stone makes a wonderful selection, but does require maintenance. A great alternative is to use porcelain tile, which is both maintenance-free and high-quality. “Italians are the best at making porcelain tile that perfectly mimics travertine or marble,” she notes. Tile can create a beautiful focal point in a Mediterranean bath. Colored glass tile inserts are great to use as a decorative element on an accent wall in areas like the shower or as a mirror surround. One last bit of advice from Alonzo is imperative to remember. “It is important to incorporate the Mediterranean look throughout the house so the design flows better and doesn’t clash.” dR Above: Ferguson Enterprises Left: Kitchen Bath & Beyond

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As a design motif widely found in decoration and architecture since ancient Greece, the acanthus with its distinctive leaves is seen in nature throughout the Mediterranean, where it has always symbolized long life. The Fine Art Lamps Acanthus Collection features 16-light chandelier #790440 in an antique gold leaf and worn brown finish with finely tailored hand-pleated cream shantung shades with matching inner lining. Available at Annabelle’s Furniture in Odessa.

few years ago, when I visited the Mediterranean, I had no idea what to expect other than images I’d seen in magazines. I wasn’t prepared for the sheer beauty in everything I saw—from the ruins of Pompeii and Athens to the bleached white domes of Santorini against bright blue skies to the hills of Sicily and Rhodes. Throughout my trip, I found pieces here and there to bring back to use in my home to recount my memories. We’re fortunate here in the Tampa Bay area to have stores that specialize in Mediterranean accessories and furniture for the home—and you don’t even have to jet to the Med to find them!

While on your travels, if you came across a piece of furniture or a fixture and would love to have in your own home, look no further than Italian Cast Stone Accessories in Tampa. “Oftentimes, clients see something during their travels that appeals to them,” said Rosy Conto, president. “They bring a picture to us, and we carve it and make it for them, completely customized.” Conto continued that, being here in Tampa, which is such a historical area, many people fall in love with the Mediterranean and Tuscan looks, and want to bring that feel into their homes. She sees a lot of attention to detail going into the oven hoods in kitchens, and ornate fireplaces.

Judy Bailey of Brandy Interiors in St. Petersburg finds that her clients are more on the contemporary side, and while they aren’t looking to redecorate entirely, they are looking for a way to refresh their rooms, and what they may already have. “Damask and Old World prints on a streamlined sofa give you the look without the weight,” said Bailey. “We can take a traditional camelback sofa and put a linen or simple fabric that can fit into any room.” Bailey also advises her clients to find furniture that is more universal, and then change out a room’s accessories to suit their tastes as they change. Those seek

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ing a Mediterranean influence often gravitate towards old artifacts; warm, rich woods; and ornate pieces, because “the Old World was great with craftsmen.” “Keep staples such as larger pieces intact, and use accessories throughout to refresh a room,” guides Bailey. She also stresses to not underestimate the power of repainting—it does wonders. According to Sherri Johns, showroom manager at Annabelle’s Furniture in Odessa, whatever your taste in furniture—from traditional to contemporary and everything in between—you can still have a Mediterranean feel. “It’s in the way that you accessorize—which fabrics you use, the artwork, your surroundings in general—and you can accomplish a Mediterranean feel with whatever your taste in furniture,” said Johns. “There’s so much to choose from these days, you can take a blank space and, with accessories, create a room.” For example, in the bedroom, no matter what type of bed you may have picked years ago, choosing the right bedding can transform the space into

An intrically carved Corinthian style table base, such as the one pictured here from Italian Cast Stone, becomes eye-catching centerpiece.

a Mediterranean escape. Or, add a lighting accessory to the dining room and voila—you’re on another continent. “Fill the spaces around you with the mood you want the room to have,” Johns advises her clients. Judy Dechant, design consultant and president of Mar-Go Interiors, and her team focus primarily on custom window treatments, to finish the room. “A lot depends on the colors that are in the room, and the feel that the customers are going for,” said Dechant. “If the colors are darker, and the furtniture is of a heavier weight and upholstery, we’re not typically going to go light and airy on the windows.” That being said, Dechant says it depends on her customers’ interpretation of Mediterranean that most inspires her team’s work. “Some think Italian or Greek Mediterranean, while some think Spanish, especially in this area. “We work with what our customers have, and ask customers to expand upon their ideas of

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Traditional to contemporary can be accomplished with just a change of fabric on existing furniture. Judy Bailey of Brandy Interiors in St. Petersburg can suggest fabric for existing furniture to change the look and feel of a room.

Mediterranean to determine which direction to go,” said Dechant. Once her clients’ budgets and taste are known, Dechant spends a lot of time thinking about the perfect window treatments for each client, whether that be drapery panels embellished with a beautiful trim; shutters; or cornices with drapes underneath. The end result is to create a look that balances the other accessories and furniture in the room, while softening the edges of the windows. “I love what I do!” exclaimed Dechant. But it’s not just indoors that deserves special treatment. Many people take their design aesthetic outside, and Jay Lombardi and Melissa White and their colleagues at Patio Land help make that happen. “Weatherprints by Open Air Designs are art for the outdoors, and provide Mediterranean looks,” Lombardi said. In addition to artwork, clients may install fountains to get the feel of the Med, Lombardi continued. Whether your idea of Mediterranean style is rich, ornate Tuscan, or airy, easy Greek Isles, there are plenty of options for you to bring your interpretation home with you. dR

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Open the Doors

To the possibilities of an Independent Education

By Dr. Barbara H. Hodges

roviding multiple educational choices to augment the quality of life, the Greater Tampa Bay Area boasts the presence of 32 independent schools accredited by the Florida Council of Independent Schools (FCIS). The next few pages will serve as an introduction to these FCIS schools as well as other independent schools in this area, advantages of those schools, and guidelines for choosing an independent school.

Advantages of an Independent School First, independent schools, as part of their inherent nature, are founded by a group of individuals to serve a particular mission. As independent entities, these schools have the freedom within that mission to allow their faculties and staffs to design educational curricula to meet the individual needs of their students, purchase high quality textbooks and related ancillary equipment and materials, and choose nationally normed standardized tests relevant to their educational programs, rather than using state mandated curricula, textbooks, or testing. Independent schools aspire to meet high academic standards, while promoting within their students the development of character and a concern for the greater good. Another advantage of independent schools is small class size. According to statistics collected by the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS), the 2008-09 median student to teacher ratio in independent schools across the nation was 8.6 students for every one teacher. Within these smaller classes, more individual attention may

be given to students. In addition, NAIS Statistics for 2008-09 reported the following median class sizes: preschool, 8 students; kindergarten through grade 5, 12 students; middle school, 15 students; and high school, 18 students. To promote the building of community, independent schools tend to be smaller in overall student enrollment. NAIS reported that the average enrollment in an independent school in the 2009-10 school year was 504 students, and the median student enrollment for that same year was 404 students. Independent schools ascribe to the belief that the size of the school community makes a difference in how a student is known within that environment. These smaller learning communities promote students being known not only by their current teachers, but also by the entire faculty and staff. Finally, independent schools encourage strong parental involvement. Parents are seen as partners in their childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s educational endeavors. In a national survey conducted in 2008-09 by Independent School Management (ISM), parents, with children attending independent schools, cited the reasons that they were continuing to choose independent schools, even in the wake of a stressed economic environment. The top five reasons given were safety, faculty caring and concern, character education, faculty expertise, and academic rigor.

Steps in Choosing an Independent School 1. Decide as a family on the characteristics of an ideal learning environment for your child(ren).

2. Do your homework. Investigate the different independent schools in your geographic area, paying particular attention to details such as mission, philosophy, accreditation, curricular offerings, and extracurricular opportunities. 3. Make sure that the school mission and philosophy are compatible with your educational desires and dreams for your children. 4. Consider the tuition and any other additional costs. Is it compatible with your budget? If not, investigate the availability of financial assistance. 5. Schedule visits to several schools. Go prepared with questions that you would like answered. Ask questions about the school curriculum, faculty qualifications, and details concerning the admission process. In addition, ask about any open house and/or special events scheduled for the future. 6. During your school visits, be sure to observe students in their learning environment. Are they actively engaged in learning? Do the students appear happy? Can you picture your child in that learning environment? 7. Attend open houses and special events if available. 8. Finally, choose the school that will best serve the needs of your child or children. The greater Tampa Bay area offers many fine independent schools. On the following pages are basic facts about each of these schools, along with photographs of student life on several school campuses. A photograph may be worth a thousand words, but a visit to some of these schools may actually provide the key to the door of independent education. www.duPontREGISTRY.com/TampaBay 35

ACADEMY AT THE LAKES Mark Heller, Head of School 2220 Collier Parkway Land O Lakes, FL 34639 813-948-7600 Grades: JK4-12 Enrollment: 337 Faculty: 52 www.academyatthelakes.org Member of FCIS

BAYSHORE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Herman Valdes, Head of School 3909 S. MacDill Ave. Tampa, FL 33611 813-839-4297 Grades: PK2 - 12 Enrollment: 231 Faculty: 23 www.bayshorechristianschool.org Member of FCIS

ACADEMY OF THE HOLY NAMES Dr. Harry Purpur, President 3319 Bayshore Blvd. Tampa, FL 33629 813-839-5371 Grades: PK4 - 12 Enrollment: 802 Faculty: 84 www.holynamestpa.org Member of FCIS

BEACH PARK SCHOOL Richard Winkler, Head of School 4200 W. North A Street Tampa, FL 33609 (813) 289-3747 Grades: PK3 - 8 Enrollment: 84 Faculty: 11 www.beachparkschool.org Member of FCIS

ADMIRAL FARRAGUT ACADEMY Robert Fine, Jr., Headmaster 501 Park Street North St. Petersburg, FL 33710 727-384-5500 Grades: PK3 - 12 Enrollment: 355 Faculty: 55 www.farragut.org Member of FCIS

BELL SHOALS BAPTIST ACADEMY 2102 Bell Shoals Road Brandon, FL 33511 (813) 689-9183 Grades: Transitional K– 8 Enrollment: 580 www.bsbacademy.com

Berkeley Preparatory School Grades: PK4 - 12 Enrollment: 1263 Faculty: 125 www.berkeleyprep.org Member of FCIS BRANDON ACADEMY Robert Rudolph, Head of School 801 Limona Road Brandon, FL 33510 813-689-1952 Grades: PK3 - 8 Enrollment: 202 Faculty: 22 www.edline.net/pages/Brandon_Academy Member of FCIS CALVARY CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL 110 N. McMullen Booth Road Clearwater, FL 33759 (727) 449-2247 Grades: 9 – 12 Enrollment: 220 www.cchs.us CAMBRIDGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Boyd Chitwood, Headmaster 6101 N. Habana Ave. Tampa, FL 33614 813-872-6744 Grades: PK3 - 12 Enrollment: 514 Faculty: 52 www.cambridge-christian.com Member of FCIS CANTERBURY SCHOOL OF FLORIDA Mac Hall, Head of School 990 62nd Avenue NE St. Petersburg, FL 33702 727-525-1419 Grades: PK4 - 12 Enrollment: 423 Faculty: 54 www.canterbury-fl.org Member of FCIS

Admiral Farragut Academy AMERICAN YOUTH ACADEMY Magda Saleh, Principal 5905 E. 130th Ave. Tampa, FL 33617 813-987-9282 Grades: K2 - 12 Enrollment: 328 Faculty: 34 www.ayatampa.org Member of FCIS

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BEREAN ACADEMY 17951 North U.S. Hwy. 41 Lutz, FL 33549 (813) 932-0552 Grades: K - 12 Enrollment: 153 www.bereanacademy.org BERKELEY PREPARATORY SCHOOL Joseph Merluzzi, Headmaster 4811 Kelly Road Tampa, FL 33615 813-885-1673

CARROLLWOOD DAY SCHOOL Mary Kanter, Head of School 1515 West Bearss Ave. Tampa, FL 33618 813-920-2288 Grades: PK2 – 12 Enrollment: 744 Faculty: 95 www.carrollwooddayschool.org Member of FCIS CHRIST THE KING CATHOLIC SCHOOL 3809 W. Morrison Avenue Tampa, FL 33629 (813) 876-8770 Grades: EC4 – 8 Enrollment: 475 www.ctk-tampa.org

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Enrollment: 420 Faculty: 75 www.genesiselementary.com Member of FCIS HILLEL SCHOOL OF TAMPA Amy Wasser, Head of School 2020 W. Fletcher Ave. Tampa, FL 33612 813-963-2242 Grades: PK4 - 8 Enrollment: 176 Faculty: 32 www.hillelschool.com Member of FCIS HOLY TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL 3712 El Prado Boulevard Tampa, Florida 33629 (813) 839-0665 Grades: PK3 – 5 Enrollment: 120 www.htls.org

Carrollwood Day School CITRUS PARK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL 7705 Gunn Highway Tampa, FL 33625 (813) 920-3960 Grades: K4 – 12 Enrollment: 353 www.citrusparkchristianschool.org CLEARWATER CENTRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL 2750 Haines Bayshore Road Clearwater, FL 33760 (727) 531-1449 Grades: 9 – 12 Enrollment: 540 www.ccchs.org

CORPUS CHRISTI CATHOLIC SCHOOL 9715 North 56th Street Temple Terrace, FL 33617 (813) 988-1722 Grades: PK4 – 8 Enrollment: 234 www.catholic-church.org/cccschool COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Theodore Gillette, Head of School 11499 Vonn Road Largo, FL 33774 727-596-1902 Grades: PK2 - 8 Enrollment: 200 Faculty: 26 www.countrydaylargo.com Member of FCIS FLORIDA COLLEGE ACADEMY Lynn Wade, Principal 7032 Temple Terrace Highway Tampa, FL 33637 813-899-6800 Grades: PK4 - 9 Enrollment: 148 Faculty: 22 www.floridacollegeacademy.net Member of FCIS GATEWAY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY AND PRESCHOOL 14205 N. Florida Avenue Tampa, FL 33613 (813) 964-9800 Grades: K5 – 12 Enrollment: 120 www.gatewaytampa.net

Canterbury School of Florida COMMUNITY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Toddler and Primary Programs: 930 Webb Road Tampa, FL 33615 (813) 886-2050 Elementary and Adolescent Programs: 8411 Civic Road Tampa, FL 33615 (813) 886-3969 Grades: Toddler – 9 Enrollment: 140 www.communitymontessori.org 38 www.duPontREGISTRY.com/TampaBay

GENESIS PREPARATORY SCHOOL Douglas Eveleth, Head of School 7710 Osteen Road New Port Richey, FL 34653 727-846-8407 Grades: 6 - 12 Enrollment: 101 Faculty: 16 www.genesisprep.com Member of FCIS GENESIS SCHOOL Dr. Melissa Nurrenbrock, Head of School 6609 River Road New Port Richey, FL 34652 727-845-1111 Grades: PK2 - 5

INCARNATION CATHOLIC SCHOOL 5111 Webb Road Tampa, FL 33615 (813) 884-4502 Grades: PK4 – 8 Enrollment: 406 www.icstampa.org INDEPENDENT DAY SCHOOL Dr. Joyce Swarzman, Headmistress 12015 Orange Grove Drive Tampa, FL 33618 813-961-3087 Grades: PK3 - 8 Enrollment: 491 Faculty: 66 www.idsyes.com Member of FCIS INDIAN ROCKS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL 12685 Ulmerton Road Largo, FL 33774 Preschool & Elementary Office (727) 596-4342 Middle & High School Office (727) 596-4321 Veritas Academy (727) 593-8791 Grades: PS – 12 Enrollment: 993 www.ircs.org Saddlebrook Preparatory School

PALM HARBOR MONTESSORI ACADEMY Christine Varkas, Head of School 2355 Nebraska Ave. Palm Harbor, FL 34685 727-786-1854 Grades: PK2 - 9 Enrollment: 200 Faculty: 36 www.floridamontessori.com Member of FCIS SACRED HEART ACADEMY 3515 N. Florida Avenue Tampa, FL 33603 (813) 229-0618 Grades: EC3 – 8 Enrollment: 150 www.sacredheartfla.org

Saint Paul’s School JESUIT HIGH SCHOOL 4701 N. Himes Avenue Tampa, FL 33614 (813) 877-5344 Grades: 9 – 12 Enrollment: 676 www.jesuittampa.org KESWICK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL 10101 54th Avenue N. St. Petersburg, FL 33772 (727) 393-9100 ext. 416 Grades: K – 12 Enrollment: 520 www.keswickchristian.org LAND O’ LAKES CHRISTIAN SCHOOL 5105 School Road Land O' Lakes, FL 34638 (813) 995-9040 Grades: K4 – 12 Enrollment: 220 www.fbclol.org/lolcs/index.html LUTHERAN CHURCH OF THE CROSS DAY SCHOOL Holly Carlson, Director 4400 Chancellor St. NE St. Petersburg, FL 33703 727-522-8331 Grades: PK2 - 8 Enrollment: 381 Faculty: 39 www.lccdayschool.com Member of FCIS

(813) 933-4750 Grades: K5 – 8 Enrollment: 300 www.MHR-Tampa.org NATIVITY CATHOLIC SCHOOL 705 E Brandon Boulevard Brandon, FL 33511 (813) 689-3395 Grades: EC3 – 8 Enrollment: 770 www.nativitycatholicschool.org NEW HORIZONS COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL 2060 Nebraska Avenue Palm Harbor, FL 34683 (727) 785-8591 Grades: K – 5 Enrollment: 200 www.newhorizonsprivateschool.com NORTHSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL 7777 62nd Avenue North St. Petersburg, FL 33709 (727) 541-7593 Grades: PS – 12 Enrollment: 750 www.nck12.com

SADDLEBROOK PREPARATORY SCHOOL Larry Robison, Dir. Of Curriculum 5700 Saddlebrook Way Wesley Chapel, FL 33543 Phone: 813-907-4300 Grades: PK3 - 12 Enrollment: 86 Faculty: 13 www.saddlebrook.com/prep/index.html Member of FCIS SAFETY HARBOR MONTESSORI ACADEMY Melinda Robinson, Head of School 2669 McMullen Booth Road Clearwater, FL 33761 727-724-1767 Grades: PK2 - 8 Enrollment: 195 Faculty: 32 www.safetyharbormontessori.com Member of FCIS SAINT JOHN GREEK ORTHODOX DAY SCHOOL Cindy Strickland, Principal 2418 Swann Ave Tampa, FL 33609 813-876-4569 Grades: PK3 - 8 Enrollment: 125 Faculty: 22 www.edline.net/pages/stjohngreek orthodoxdayschool Member of FCIS

MONTESSORI HOUSE DAY SCHOOL Kay Murrell, Head Directress 5117 Ehrlich Road Tampa, FL 33624 813-961-9295 Grades: PK2 - 6 Enrollment: 123 Faculty: 18 www.themontessorihousedayschool.com Member of FCIS MOST HOLY REDEEMER INTER-PAROCHIAL SCHOOL 302 E. Linebaugh Avenue Tampa, FL 33612

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SAINT JOHN'S EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Gordon Rode, Headmaster 906 S. Orleans Ave. Tampa, FL 33606 813-849-5200 Grades: PK4 - 8 Enrollment: 537 Faculty: 45 www.stjohnseagles.org Member of FCIS SAINT MARY'S EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Scott Laird, Headmaster 2101 S. Hurbert Avenue Tampa, FL 33629 813-258-5508 Grades: PK4 - 8 Enrollment: 427 Faculty: 51 www.smeds.org Member of FCIS SAINT PAUL'S SCHOOL Dr. Angel Kytle, Head of School 1600 St. Paul's Drive Clearwater, FL 33764 727-536-2756 Grades: PK3 - 8 Enrollment: 401 Faculty: 59 www.st.pauls.edu Member of FCIS SEFFNER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY 11605 Hwy 92 East Seffner, FL 33584 (813) 626-0001 Grades: K2 – 12 Enrollment: 640 www.scacrusaders.com SHORECREST PREPARATORY SCHOOL Michael Murphy, Headmaster 5101 First Street NE St. Petersburg, FL 33703 727-522-2111 Grades: PK3 - 12 Enrollment: 946 Faculty: 97 www.shorecrest.org Member of FCIS SKYCREST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL 129 N. Belcher Road Clearwater, FL 33765 (727) 797-1186 Grades: K4 – 8 Enrollment: 377 www.skycrestchristianschool.org ST. CECELIA INTERPAROCHIAL SCHOOL 1350 Court Street Clearwater, FL 33756 (727) 461-1200 Grades: PK – 8 Enrollment: 500 st-cecelia.org ST. LAWRENCE CATHOLIC SCHOOL 5223 N Himes Avenue Tampa, FL 33614 (813) 879-5090 Grades: K – 8 Enrollment: 565 www.stlawrence.org

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ST. PETERSBURG CHRISTIAN SCHOOL 2021 62nd Avenue North St. Petersburg, FL 33702 (727) 522-3000 Grades: K – 8 Enrollment: 480 www.stpetechristian.org TAMPA BAY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY 300 East Sligh Avenue Tampa, FL 33604 (813) 238-3229 Grades: PS – 12 Enrollment: 367 www.tbcarams.org TAMPA CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL 4630 N. Rome Avenue Tampa, FL 33603 (813) 870-0860 Grades: 9 – 12 Enrollment: 735 www.tampacatholic.org TAMPA DAY SCHOOL Lois Delaney, Head of School 12606 Henderson Road Tampa, FL 33625 813-269-2100 Grades: K - 8 Enrollment: 93 Faculty: 28 www.tampadayschool.com Member of FCIS TAMPA PREPARATORY SCHOOL Kevin Plummer, Head of School 727 W. Cass Street Tampa, FL 33606 813-251-8481 Grades: 6 - 12 Enrollment: 576 Faculty: 65 www.tampaprep.org Member of FCIS

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UNIVERSAL ACADEMY OF FLORIDA Dr. Kem Hussain, Superintendent 6801 Orient Road Tampa, FL 33610 813-664-0695 Grades: PK3 - 12 Enrollment: 362 Faculty: 35 www.edline.net/pages/UAF_tampa Member of FCIS VILLA MADONNA SCHOOL 315 W. Columbus Drive Tampa, FL 33602 (813) 229-1322 Grades: EC3 – 8 Enrollment: 470 www.villamadonnaschool.com WELLINGTON SCHOOL Michael Wyman, Headmaster 8000 Starkey Rd Seminole, FL 33777 727-397-4565 Grades: PK4 - 8 Enrollment: 223 Faculty: 29 www.wellingtonschool.com Member of FCIS WESTLAKE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rick Pucci, Principal 1551 Belcher Road Palm Harbor, FL 34683 727-781-3808 Grades: K - 8 Enrollment: 309 Faculty: 25 www.westlakechristianschool.org Member of FCIS WEST GATE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL 5121 Kelly Road Tampa, FL 33615 (813) 884-5147 Grades: K3 – 12 Enrollment: 250 www.westgatechristianschool.org dR

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Courage The Face of

By Melinda Tam Orlando

eggie Sherry wakes up every morning feeling blessed. The twotime, breast-cancer survivor knows that every day is a treasure. “I wasn’t promised today,” Sherry says, with a lighthearted delivery. “Seven years ago, I could have been gone, so today is a gift.” Back in 2001, Sherry was offered a job as Tampa Regional Director of a cancer camp headquartered in Upstate New York. Two years later, after finally making the mammogram appointment that she kept putting off due to a busy schedule, Sherry was diagnosed with breast cancer. After several lumpectomies, breast cancer reared its ugly head again six months later and Sherry fought back with a double mastectomy. Today, she is cancer free. “You can’t worry about what if; you just have to deal with today and today I’m good,” Sherry explains. Not only is she good, but she is making sure others are more than good around her with Faces of Courage, the non-profit organization Sherry started once she learned that the cancer camp she was running was closing its offices. The camp’s founder had thought Sherry couldn’t run the program while undergoing treatment, but she sure showed them. She opened Faces of Courage in

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January 2004 to provide life-enriching experiences to kids, women and families touched by cancer and/or blood disorders. “It’s a huge labor of love,” says Sherry. And love—and courage—is exactly what Sherry is spreading all around the Bay area through her camps, fundraising and public-speaking engagements. Her personal words and inspirational messages have encouraged many, but Sherry says there is just something about talking to a peer that can give you something that the white coats (aka doctors) can’t, and the 3-Day event might bejust the place to find it. “To walk next to someone for three days that have walked in your shoes is a very moving experience,” Sherry says. And what’s Sherry’s biggest message to anyone going through breast cancer? “You are not alone. You can do this. Thousands of us have done this and you can, too.” For more information on Faces of Courage, visit FacesofCourage.com. dR

Walk This Way On Friday, October 29, a gaggle of pinkclad walkers will take to the pavement for the 6th annual Susan G. Komen 3-Day for the Cure. Participants will enjoy Tampa Bay’s white-sand beaches, cool gulf breezes and stretches of shady parks during their three-day, 60-mile walk, all while raising money for the Susan G. Komen for the Cure foundation. Sharing heartfelt stories and lots of laughter, walkers will stroll roughly 20 miles each day, stopping frequently for supplied food and beverages. At night, they’ll set up camp and share life experiences over hot meals and live entertainment near their cute, two-person tents. And each morning, they’ll pack on their pink accessories and set out again, fueled by the courage of survivors, the commitment of each walker and in the honor of loved ones. Visit the3day.org for more information.

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TADASHI SHOJI Black lace overlays the mid night navy gown with bead ing and velvet sash. $510

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AKRIS Camel hair and wool doublebreasted coat. Fur origin: China. $5,250 Silk knit mock turtleneck with long sleeves. $895 Wool-blend pants. $895 Leather bag. $1,990 All in camel color and imported.

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BEAUTIFUL

ed & reakfasts By Cathleen McCann

ach fall, the New England countryside is ablaze with color. Fiery reds, golden yellows, and brilliant oranges all herald in Mother Nature’s annual event, the autumn leaves changing color. The chance to see the show stopping fall foliage entices people from around the world to make the pilgrimage to New England. Comprised of Vermont, New Hampshire, Maine, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Rhode Island, New England makes for a wonderful vacation destination for families, friends, or couples. Depending on the weather and the location, the peak time for viewing fall foliage is September through October. Beautiful bed and breakfast accommodations—from the cozy and the quaint to the classic mountain lodge—make the perfect home base for a fall foliage tour. These places are open yearround and are great escapes— each season offers its own unique beauty and an abundance of activities. Perhaps it is the fleeting beauty of the fall foliage that inspires people to decamp to the many charming towns and gorgeous countryside of New England and soak up this seasonal show. Whatever the reason, one thing is for sure: fall is not to be missed.

View from the Mountain Top Inn & Resort

The Granite State is home to one of the most beautiful spots to view fall Foliage. North Conway, located in northeast New Hampshire, is one of the best known towns in the Mt. Washington Valley area. Set among the breathtaking backdrop of the White Mountains, North Conway has charming shops, restaurants and accommodations. Providing the perfect place for a romantic getaway is the Wyatt House Country Inn. Built in 1900 as a private residence, the Wyatt House Country Inn, located on the banks of the Saco River, has been a bed and breakfast for thirty years. “Our rooms are appointed in a romantic setting and decorated in the Victorian style,” says Elaine DiRusso, co-owner of

the inn. Each of the eight bedrooms have private baths; five have two-person Jacuzzis, fireplaces and private decks with beautiful views. “North Conway is full of local activities for viewing the fall foliage, right outside our doorstep,” DiRusso says. Hiking and biking trails, scenic drives, kayaking and canoeing are just some of the many activities you can find here, each offering beautiful and unique ways to enjoy the fall color. The Green Mountain State turns a different hue in fall. Central Vermont is home to Chittenden, a beautiful mountain town surrounded by the Green Mountain National Forest. Located about twenty minutes from the renowned Killington Ski Resort,

Chittenden provides a spectacular spot for fall foliage. Set on 350-acres, The Mountain Top Inn & Resort, built in the late 1800s, is a beautifully restored, classic mountain lodge with an extensive list of first-rate recreational activities right on site. “Once you get here, you don’t need to go anywhere else,” says Diane Dickerman, director of Marketing and Public Relations at the Mountain Top Inn & Resort. One of Dickerman’s favorite ways to view the fall foliage is to be among it on a horseback trail ride, an activity perfect for riders of all levels. A pontoon boat ride on the Chittenden Reservoir is another favorite. “You get great 365-degree views of the foliage this way,” Dickerman says.

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A Brand of Tradition and Substance Cantina Novelli Winery

By Amanda Roberts

In early spring of 2010, Cantina Novelli—from the Umbrian region of Italy—declared their decision to infiltrate the U.S. wine market with wines produced from prized grapes and enhanced by years of classic Umbrian culture. Cantina Novelli values the marriage of custom and modification by harvesting rare regional grapes and employing advanced technology to create native varietals of the highest quality. The Italian Ministry of Agriculture recently acknowledged the winery’s ambitious efforts by granting Cantina Novelli the Cangrande Award for “Merit in Oenology.” President of Cantina Novelli, Stefano

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Novelli, cites the inspiration for the winery as memorable experiences with his grandfather who made the original Novelli wine. Stefano formed Cantina Novelli in 2000 as part of Gruppo Novelli, his family’s food production company. His goal was “to establish Cantina Novelli as a brand of tradition and substance, and to share Umbria and its natural flavors with the rest of the world.” Umbria’s popularity sprouted with the rediscovery of superior grapes such as Sagrantino and Trebbiano Spoletino. Cantina Novelli has established Umbria as one of Italy’s most celebrated wine production areas with wines such as the

Cube Line’s 2007 Rosso Cube is a ruby red wine that emanates scents of Morello cherry and gooseberry. The romantic flavor plays well when served at 54-59 degrees fahrenheit with light pasta dishes such as spaghetti carbonara, orecchiette with olives and sundried tomatoes, penne primavera, chicken salads, stock fish, carpaccio, roasted chicken and turkey, and barbecued steaks.

Trebbiano Spoletino, which trumped thousands of others to represent Italy’s notable enology in France. Stefano has equipped Cantina Novelli with modern machinery that controls the climate of the region. In the vineyards of Montefalco and Spoleto, the winery has installed an underground trickle irrigation system for use in the dry seasons and a weather station to regulate the humidity, temperature, and precipitation levels. With these innovations, Cantina Novelli grows the finest possible grapes for use in wines like Bianco Cube, Rosso Cube, Montefalco Rosso, and the famed Trebbiano Spoletino.

Another red is the 2005 Montefalco Rosso. This purpletipped ruby wine evokes fragrances of ripe red fruit like red currant and wild red berry blended with dark cherry and balsam. At 64-68 degrees fahrenheit, the hearty flavor pairs with dishes such as baked or meat-sauced pastas, aged cheeses, and main courses of red meats or game.

The 2005 Trebbiano Spoletino recently received the Silver Medal Award at the Los Angeles Wine & Spirits Competition. Glistening in gold with green highlights, the Trebbiano Spoletino emits an herbal aroma and exudes a velvety savor, with tangy tastes of citrus and almond. At 54-55 degrees fahrenheit, the Trebbiano Spoletino serves perfectly with first courses and main courses of white meat, roasted fish, and crustaceans. dR

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144 Willadel Drive Belleair, Florida

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superior stone, millwork, mouldings, herringbone wood floors, exquisite cabinetry, woodbeam ceilings, and ironwork blend seamless throughout 17,000 square feet. Beckoning an olde French country estate aesthetic, there is an easy elegance inherent to this fine home. An inviting family room with fireplace opens up to a breathtaking kitchen with awe-inspiring views, the public rooms inclusive of the formal living and dining offer garden and waterway exposures, and the music conservatory allows for walls of windows. The downstairs master suite provides a

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Caribbean Influence in Belleair

By Amanda Roberts

raverse the seas and travel the world from the comforts of this paradisiacal property. On beautiful Bluffview Drive in Belleair sits an exquisite home reflective of unique inspiration and functional design. Displaying Florida cracker-style architecture, this Tim Rhode masterpiece showcases Caribbean influence focused on island living. Incorporating enlightenment from exciting travels into the structural character, luxury reminiscent of tropical beaches and isolated islands appears in details such as tongue-and-groove applications, custom trim woodworking, handmade tiles and cabinetry, and a stair tower. 62 www.duPontREGISTRY.com/TampaBay

Seven porches and a cupola maximize the breathtaking waterfront view while securing privacy. The standard of effortless service dictates every space. An oversized three-car airconditioned garage boasting an art studio, play area, and sports center accommodates the active family. Prioritizing storage, insight from years of sailing enabled the homeowners to utilize every hollow place, and an excess of over 5,000 square feet with the ability to add 2,000 more for future expansion. Two circular dining rooms provide easy entertaining with indoor and outdoor locations. The open floor plan and a guest room with its own entrance and patio enhance the ability to entertain, and an English garden edged with fencing and antique finials offers outside pleasures. The kitchen is also conducive to company with three dishwashers, copper sinks, magnificent built-ins, and a work station. Encasing traveling treasures, the library echoes owner Patti Spence’s sentiment, “My home is the artistic culmination of my visual preferences, travel experiences, and lifestyle choices.” An improved lifestyle and memorable experiences wait in this estate of international quality. For more information contact Julie Folden, Coldwell Banker at 727-460-7462 for more information on this one-of-a-kind treasure. dR www.duPontREGISTRY.com/TampaBay 63

Julie Folden, Realtor Your Connection to Coastal Living for over 20 years Ultimate Beach Enjoyment Indian Rocks Beach

Top 20 Coldwell Banker Agents in Tampa Bay for first half of 2010 Sweeping panoramic views of gulf and beaches! Located in a small complex, this recently built threebedroom top-floor condo exudes casualness in a world of natural beauty! The exquisite furnishings coupled with architectural details are not commonly found in gulf-front properties. Stunning views, open porch, heated pool, private cabana and two under building parking spaces are additional features of this island gem that you will fall in love with! Asking $899,000

Reward Yourself...Every Day! Indian Shores Jewel Rarely do these spacious and cared for condos become available at Westview Grande. Perfectly positioned threebedroom corner unit with private staircase to pool and beach, living here exemplifies one’s desire for privacy and comfort. Large kitchen and gathering areas overlook the serene water views while the master retreat also enjoys gulf-front views, sunsets and the sounds of gentle waves. This is an ideal location—just perfect for a primary home or vacation getaway. Asking $650,000.

Room for all Interest...At the Beach North Redington Beach Affordable living may be found at the Tides Yacht Club—located on the Intracoastal Waterway of North Redington Beach and within walking distance to pristine beaches, this three-story three-bedroom townhome with elevator has loads of living and storage areas.. Impeccably cared for, featuring fine finishings which include built-ins, plantation shutters, multiple balconies and wonderful views of the gulf and bay due to it’s corner location... Let living be a breeze—once you visit you won’t want to leave! $499,000/offer

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This is Why We Live in Florida! Perfectly positioned at the end of a private cul-de-sac capturing spectacular vistas of the Intracoastal, Caladesi Island and the Gulf of Mexico, this residence exudes a contemporary lifestyle in an oasis of privacy! Four bedrooms, private terraces, chef’s kitchen, media, billiard and great room with 22-foot ceilings and an open floor plan for daily living or entertaining enjoyment. The outdoor captures the essence of waterfront living with the open pool and spa, deep-water dock and separate lifts for jet ski or power boat. This is a fishing haven and wonderful Dunedin location for those who love the water! Asking $1,499,000

A Tribute to Waterfront Living Linger...watch the light as it plays upon every architectural feature of this stunning residence. With extreme detail, this is a home that exudes artistic flair and natural beauty. An open floor plan creates a feeling of unrestricted living—perfect for entertaining, and the active family. Inside one finds four bedrooms, library, office, music room, and a combined dining and kitchen area. Appreciate exquisite fireplaces, walls of glass, private balconies, gleaming wood floors, and exquisite bathrooms with flawless detailed tile. Outside, waterfront living is reconfirmed from the gorgeous views, boat dockage, English tea garden and spectacular open pool. An air-conditioned four-car garage allows for storage and varied interests from art studio, exercise room to a children's play area. Quality is found in every detail. For those who have keenly discriminating desires, this is a home to be relished. Contact Julie Folden for additional information.

Gorgeous Newer Beach Home! Indian Rocks Beach Located in a private gated enclave of seven island-styled beach homes, this is an opportunity to own right on the beach in wonderful Indian Rocks Beach. The residence has all of the upgrades—crown moldings, granite, Travertine and wood flooring plus two master suites and two additional bedrooms. Wraparound balconies delight while viewing evening sunsets, along with a private pool to refresh yourself from long walks on gorgeous beaches. An oversized two-car garage allows for needed storage. Come to the beach with its carefree lifestyle, tangerine sunsets, and natural surroundings and redefine your life. Offered at $1,499,000

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Waterfront and Luxury Property Specialist Thru 1st Half of 2010 - Sold 10 Waterfront Homes Listed above $1M

KIPPS COLONY - PASADENA YACHT & COUNTRY CLUB

BABE RUTH'S SUNSET DRIVE - ST. PETERSBURG, FL

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 chefâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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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CAUSEWAY ISLES - ST. PETERSBURG, FL

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.

Astonishing Franco Pasquale/Neil Rais designed 5247 sqft 5BR 4.5Bath Spanish Villa-style estate rests on beautiful open water. Dazzling old world feel & soaring 22+ft foyer welcomes you to the pinnacle of waterfront luxury. Impressive blending of exotic hardwoods,stone flooring,Venetian plaster,Walker Zanger tile, custom iron doors/railings & hand finished woodworking are complemented by barreled brick, coffered & tray ceilings, majestic arches & generous use of crown - yielding a spectacular piece of architectural splendor. Completed in 2008, this home will inspire & delight the most discriminating buyer. Offered for $2,299,000.

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Dania Perry

Why Dania...

1 Selling Waterfront Realtor in Tampa Bay

#1 Selling Residential Realtor in Pinellas County - 2009 #1 Selling Century 21 Realtor East of the Rocky Mountains - 2009 Thru July 2010 - Sold more than $30M in Luxury Waterfront Homes Prestigious Pinnacle Quality Service Award Recipient Sells in less time and closer to asking price

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CAPRI ISLE - TREASURE ISLAND

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.

Dania's July Luxury Sales

JOHNS PASS - MADEIRA BEACH

MONTE CRISTO - TIERRA VERDE

Luxurious 4230 sqft 4bed, 4bath home resting on big, open intracoastal water includes impressive great room, rich/elegant den, formal dining, spectacular serpentine staircase and lavish gourmet chef 's kitchen. Offered at $1,590,000.

4963 square foot 5 bedroom, 3.5 bath home offers wonderful stone finishes and spectacular open views of the Gulf. Offered at $1,690,000.

VENETIAN ISLES 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.

400 BEACH DRIVE

BELLA ROSA - SAND KEY

Stunning 26th floor 4263 sqft downtown St. Pete residence delivers breathtaking views of Tampa Bay & waterfront. Superb suite of resort-class amenities. Offered at $1,895,000.

Public Remarks: GORGEOUS 2381 sqft 5th floor direct beachfront corner unit presents incredible views of the Clearwater Beach skyline and shoreline. Offered at $875,000.

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Specializing in Luxury and Waterfront Residences This gorgeous property is a rare 3 1/2-acre piece of Olde Florida on Boca Ciega Bay. With live Oaks, tropical fruit trees and small streams flowing to the bay, this home is set in the middle of a natural paradise. Offered at $1,849,000

Fabulous 2005 built waterfront executive home located in gated Bayou Club Estates. This elegantly designed home with 4-bedrooms plus bonus room and study loft has fabulous private outdoor entertaining spaces. Offered at $1,250,000

Direct gulf-front home on beautiful Sunset Beach. Well built 3-story home with elevator and separate spaces for family and guests. Offered at $1,899,900

Cynthia Schoenberger

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The Merritt Portfolio Carole Merritt

Your Most Valuable One-Stop Resource for Luxury Homes in the Tampa Bay Area In the past 12 months, Carole has sold 50% more in $1,000,000+ homes than her closest So. Pinellas competitor Highest Priced Sale in South Pinellas Top Agent for Closed Sales of Listings $1,000,000 or more in So. Pinellas 2010 YTD Highest Average Sales Price for Listings Sold So Pinellas 2010 YTD, 2008, 2007 #1 Coldwell Banker Realtor So. Pinellas 2007, 2008, and 2009 #1 Realtor in Volume for Listings Sold So. Pinellas 1997, 1999, 2000, 2002, 2004, 2007, 2008 and 2009 International President’s Premier Top 1% of Agents Worldwide National Luxury Estate, Executive, and Corporate Relocation Specialist

A 2-acre tropical resort that is just a bike ride from Ft. Desoto Park and Beach. This 9,100+ square foot home features a large social/ game room with full-size bar, 1,600-bottle wine cellar, a fabulous pool, beautiful gardens and a dock for fishing and canoeing. Offered at $3,499,000

With over 10,000 square feet under air, this home features 7 bedrooms, media room, game room, exercise room and an air-conditioned 4-car garage. 1 traffic light from I-275 and minutes to TIA and the beaches. Offered at $1,695,000

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“Business Built On Relationships” Molly Mateer Lucas and Peggy Mateer HIGHLANDS OF INNISBROOK Come experience resort-style living at its best!

SOUTHERN MASTERPIECE

Offered at $2,299,000

LUXURIOUS BIG FAMILY HOME Palm Harbor—A rare find! Custom built like a fine old northeast home sitting on an exceptionally large, private golf course lot in Highlands of Innisbrook. True 5 bedroom suites, plus office, an exercise room and grand bonus room to meet any need such as billiards, art studio, or could be another bedroom suite. Thoughtfully designed and carefully crafted for an active family. Adjacent lot available if desired for the ultimate yard and privacy. Offered at $1,895,000

DRAMATIC GOLF COURSE VIEWS Offered at $1,995,000

LUXURY EVERYWHERE

Offered at $1,750,000

QUALITY CUSTOM CONSTRUCTION Offered at $1,385,000

WENTWORTH BEAUTY Tarpon Springs—This very up-scale custom home sits on a private conservation lot with lots of privacy. From the gourmet kitchen to the exquisite bathrooms, even the garage, there are constant delightful surprises. Four bedroom suites plus an office and bonus room. Travertine and hardwood floors. Exceptional design and quality of material and décor suitable for any fine design magazine. A must see! Offered at $895,000

MODEL PERFECT

Offered at $875,000

Beautiful lots still available, starting at $199,000.

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My success is based on my Customers satisfaction! REALTOR® Certified Home Marketing Specialist Award Winning Muli-Million Dollar Producer Coldwell Banker Residential 727.455.2351 • Tammy@MyGulfBeaches.com

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EXQUISITE WATERFRONT HOME ON TREASURE ISLAND!

Masterfully designed in 2007. This 5-bedroom 4-bath impressive home features a phenomenal gourmet kitchen, balconies off of all bedrooms, a separate guest suite and plenty of room for your water toys! $1,899,000

STUNNING TUSCAN MASTERPIECE!

Designer detail throughout this marvelous 4-bedroom, 3-bath, all block constructed beauty on 23 feet of waterfront! Built with entertaining in mind with a tropical, saline lagoon pool with rock waterfall, spacious decks, outdoor kitchen, elevator and guest suite are just a few of the details this home offers. $1,699,000

SAINT TROPEZ IN TIERRA VERDE!

Breathtaking open water views of Pass A Grille channel and the Gulf of Mexico from this fabulous all block 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath home featuring a 4-car plus garage, brand new kitchen, media room, guest quarters and more! $1,575,000

SECLUDED TROPICAL PARADISE IN TIERRA VERDE!

Prestigious east shore estate with open water views to the Skyway Bridge! Rare opportunity to own this spectacular 4-bedroom custom Mediterranean that features a 3/4-acre park like setting. Room for your yacht! $1,999,900 (new price!)

SEMINOLE WATERFRONT ESTATE

This private estate was custom built in 2004 and enjoys impressive panoramic open views and gorgeous sunsets. Also features a gourmet kitchen with gas cooking, 2 master suites, soaring cathedral ceilings and a separate 2-bedroom guest house! $1,299,000

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LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION!

Great investment! This unique gulf-front property features 2-singlefamily homes on one lot in Treasure Island. Dual zoning allows for single or multi family. The possibilities are endless! $999,000

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Luxury Real Estate

Stunning Gulf front Location

Resort Style Living in Dolphin Cay

Treasure Island, Florida

St. Petersburg, Florida

A simply stunning gulf-front location! This lot is set among newer, multi-million dollar homes on Sunset Beach on Treasure Island. The lot will accommodate a large home with pool. Lot and home package may be purchased for $2,995,000. This is for a 5-bedroom, 4-bath, 4,000-square-foot home, with pool and spa. Incredible setting just a short drive to downtown St. Pete, Sarasota or Tampa International Airport.

Entry looks into the living room and out to lush tropical pool area with fountains and waterfalls. Open gourmet kitchen with circular island has Sub-Zero refrigerator/freezers, gas Viking 6burner/griddle range and 2 convection ovens, warming drawer, and wine cooler. From kitchen gaze into dining area and family room through a soaring window of walls. The separate guest house offers a private balcony overlooking the backyard oasis.

Offered at $1,295,000

Offered at $950,000

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River Watch Beauty

Exquisite Waterfront Condo

Tarpon Springs, Florida

Treasure Island, Florida

Beautifully maintained 4-bedroom pond-front home situated on a quiet cul-de-sac. Great family neighborhood with sidewalks, waterfront playground, picnic pavilion and community boat ramp with access to the Gulf of Mexico. Light and bright great room plan with dramatic views of the pool and tranquil pond.

Hard to find 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath condo on Treasure Island in the newer, gated waterfront community of La Bella Vita! This spacious 3,150-square-foot corner layout enjoys miles of open views, a gourmet kitchen, formal dining, a private foyer, a boat slip, garage and deeded covered parking!

Offered at $239,900

Offered at $850,000

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Mom’s Family Recipes Launch a Career

Chef Ryan Mitchell Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar

By Catherine Mitseas

yan Mitchell grew up helping his mother in the kitchen. Family photos of the now Chef Partner of Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar in Tampa show the brown-haired little boy tasting recipe after recipe, sweet treats smeared across his face. His passion for food parlayed into a career that started early and took off quickly. Now only 29-years-old, in 2006 Ryan Mitchell joined Fleming’s in Tampa as chef-partner-in-training; he quickly became chef partner for the Knoxville Tennessee Flemings’s and, after one year, returned to Tampa as chef partner, where he took over the larger 400-seat restaurant that is among the premier products of its ownership group, OSI

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Restaurant Partners, LLC. Mitchell, as well, had become regional chef partner, a position in which he works directly under Fleming’s corporate executive chef to provide support for the Southeast culinary team. Mitchell credits a strong work ethic for his success, “I’ve always believed in the adage ‘work harder than the person beside you.’” That life-philosophy, and his mother’s tomato casserole, launched the young chef’s career, he says. When only 18-years-old, Mitchell took a job at the Hound Ears Club in Blowing Rock, North Carolina. The native son quickly wowed the club’s snowbirds with dressed-up versions of his mother’s southern specialties—sweet potato casse-

role, rice and chicken, stewed green beans. In addition, a demanding manager gave him license to work throughout the kitchen and the opportunity to learn on the job. “Books were my education for a while. The sous chef allowed me to read for one hour a day,” he says. The next year, Mitchell became sous chef of the Hound Ears and a career was born. The quiet, yet intensely driven chef went on to work at both privately-owned and corporate-run restaurants, building business skills as well as his culinary range. Establishing trust with associates is the cornerstone to a vibrant restaurant, he believes, “If you don’t have their backing, their support, then you can’t have a successful business.”

Peppercorn Steak 2–1/2 tablespoons black peppercorns 2–1/2 teaspoons white peppercorns 3 12 ounce New York strips 3 teaspoons kosher salt 5 ounces pomace oil 1/2 teaspoon chopped parsley, dry Salt and pepper to taste Steak sauce as needed

and then sear the steak, peppercorn side down first for two to three minutes. Turn the steak over and cook to medium rare or desired doneness. Cut the New York strip into 3/4-inch thick

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CHEF RYAN’S TIPS AND TREATS Books to Learn By New Professional Chef, a Culinary Institute of America text; Food Lover’s Companion, The Barron’s Cooking Guide.

Best Advice for Foodies Place both peppercorns in a sauté pan and cook on medium high heat for two minutes. Pull from the heat and crack the peppercorns in half. Season the steak with salt and pepper on both sides. Place the cracked peppercorns on a plate and press one side of the steak into the peppercorns to coat evenly. Pour pomace oil in sauté pan

Use cookbooks as a starting point. You don’t have to go exactly by the recipe, although you should follow the methods outlined by the experts. Instead, add favorite flavors and when you try something new, ask for feedback. Remember to cook for others and adjust your recipes to reflect regional flavors.

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Ceviche Tapas Bar & Restaurant By Catherine S. Mitseas

owner Philip Orsino. Ceviche’s specializes in Spanish-style tapas, small plates of food created for sharing. Ceviche’s tapas recipes, produced and refined by head chef and founder Antonio Escobar, reflect Northern Spain and Catalan cuisine. The atmosphere is carefully crafted to reflect and immerse its guest in the experience of Spain: an exclusively Spanish and Portuguese wine lists compliments dishes; Spanish musicians play flamenco, mambo, and salsa; Dark red and rich orange interiors, ornate artwork, and elaborate tile-work reflect the culture; imported Spanish ingredients lend authenticity to the dishes. “Where else,” asks Escobar, “can you dance to live music and order food until two or three in the morning?”

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y first memory of Cevíche Tapas Bar & Restaurant is of the white sangria. Sweet and strong, peppered with cut pears, its’ refreshing taste lingers like the scent of a favorite perfume. Once tucked into the first floor of a 1920’s-era condominium on Bayshore Boulevard in Tampa, Ceviche’s, established in 1997, has grown and expanded significantly since my first visit long ago. Today, five Ceviches’ thrive in Florida. Each is housed in uniquely wonderful buildings in city-centers. The menu has expanded to more than 100 made-to-order dishes and, on most nights, live high-energy Latin music fills the restaurants till closing. “Eating at Ceviche’s is like taking a two-hour vacation to Spain,” explains

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Orsino agrees, “Instead of just providing people with dinner, we try to give them an experience.” That commitment is reflected in the owners’ choice of interesting, often historic buildings. At Ceviche’s newest location, which is in the former Tio Pepe’s bungalow on Gulf-to-Bay Boulevard in Clearwater, guests feel as if they are visiting the city of Barcelona as they dine amidst the ironwork and mosaic artwork of 19th Century Spanish architect Antoni Gaudi. Sarasota’s Ceviche resides in the 1925 Sarasota Times newspaper building and features roof-top dining. Orlando’s location sits on historic downtown Church Street and is within walking distance of nearby communities. It is the food though, that brings in guests and Ceviche’s keeps pleasing customers year after year. The menu offers five styles of ceviche spanning salmon, tuna, scallops, shrimp, fish, and oysters. The tapas frias and tapas caliente selection provides a wide selection of scrumptious, healthy dishes. Its carnes runs from the familiar such as Banderillas Mixtas, a combination of skewered grilled meats, to the more exotic Pato a La Parilla, grilled duck breast served over Chocolate Port Sauce and Higados de Pollo, crispy chicken livers in Spanish sherry tomato sauce. Fresh, spicy summer salads pair with simple choices such as aged cheese with sliced fruits or deviled eggs drizzled with olive oil and cracked pepper. Award-winning Cava sangrias are mixed tableside. Ceviche’s does more than sell food; it grows memories. Maybe this is why it hosts so many showers, parties, and small groups of friends. Not only can everyone find something they would love to eat, but the vista gives them a momentary stopover into old Europe.

6 ounces Spanish rice Calaspaara from Murcia 4 ounces boneless skinless chickens cut into 1 ounce pieces (dark and white meat) 6 ounces green peppers, diced 6 each garlic cloves, finely chopped 1/2 white onion, chopped 4 ounces fresh or can tomatoes, chopped 1 small pinch or 8 each strands of Spanish saffron, lightly toasted 4 ounces olive oil 12 ounces chicken broth Sea salt/black pepper 6 steamed manila clams 6 steamed mussels Note: The reason for steaming the shells is to make sure there is no sand in them. 2 lemons 3 ounces peas 3 ounces fire roasted pepper cut into strips Place the oil, garlic, onions peppers and tomatoes in a hot paella pan on low heat. Saute for one minute, add chicken and mix

well. Add rice (if you do not have Calasparra use any other Spanish rice) and the lightly toasted saffron stirring constantly. Add the chicken broth totaling twice the volume of the rice. Taste and add salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a boil and reduce the heat. Cook for 10 minutes on low heat. Place in a 360- degree preheated oven for another ten minutes. Remove from the oven and add peas, peppers, clams and mussels. Before serving wait five minutes. Just before serving squeeze one lemon over the paella. Not all the ovens are created equal so check the rice and if not ready, cook another five minutes. Serves two

For the Black Paella Use the the same steps from above, substituting the chicken broth with fish broth and adding calamari ink after the liquid.

3 ounces cilantro, chopped 4 ounces Spanish onions, thinly sliced 1/2 teaspoon fresh jalapenos or to taste In a glass bowl place the sliced tuna fillet, onions, cilantro, jalapenos and the lime juice. Toss to combine. Refrigerate 25 minutes before serving. Serves three

Mixed Ceviche Use the same steps except add the following ingredigents: 3 ounces small steamed shrimp 3 ounces steamed calamari 1 small diced tomato 3 ounces fresh white fish 3 ounces tomato sauce Mix well. You can add more fish making sure to cook all shell fish. Add: 2 ounces each red, yellow, green peppers, and red onions, finely diced

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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

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10 Beach Drive, St. Petersburg, 727-209-2302; 1502 South Howard Avenue, Tampa, 813-250-0203; 2930 Gulf to Bay, Clearwater, 727-799-3082. 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

(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. 727-865-0633 or www.crazyconch.com. 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

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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. No matter how far you have to drive to get to Mystic Fish, though, it’s worth the trip. Co-owner and chef Doug Bebell knows his fish, and you’ll find seafood standards, like Maine lobsters, yellowfin tuna and salmon cooked traditionally and www.duPontREGISTRY.com/TampaBay 83

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.

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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 84 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 85

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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 ⁄ 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, 1 2

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. Dinner: Seven days a week. Reservations accepted. dR

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PINK MARTINI July 14th the Suncoast affiliate of The Susan G. Komen Florida Suncoast Race for the Cure® held its annual Pink Martini fundraiser at Ocean Prime in Tampa. An evening of pink martinis, pink cocktail dresses, and a silent auction, this year was the best event to date. A record 375 guests attended and got treated to wonderful food and drinks, donated by our sponsors. The evening was a tremendous success thanks to the Special Events committee for Race for the Cure®. dR

1. Bill Kolar, Pink Martini Committee co-chair Marueen Kolar, Barbara Kolar and Gerry Kolar 2. Parkshore Plaza and Dali Museum supporters 3. President of the Susan G. Komen Florida Suncoast Affiliate Board of Directors Tom Whiteman and Cheryl Whitman 4. Julia Rogers won the Silent Auction Ray’s package

CHILDREN’S DREAM FUND RAYS ON THE RUNWAY FASHION SHOW The Rays Wives of the Tampa Bay Rays hosted the Rays on the Runway Fashion Show on Thursday, June 24th at Tampa's Nordstrom at International Plaza. All proceeds benefited the Children's Dream Fund. The event raised nearly $40,000 to help the Children's Dream Fund in their efforts to make dreams come true for seriously ill children. dR

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

September 23 Sebastian Maniscalco 8:30 p.m. Side Splitters Comedy Club Tampa

Through Janaury 30, 2011 From Life to Death in the Ancient World Tampa Museum of Art

September 26 through February 13, 2011 Resistance and Rescue Photography of Judy Ellis Glickman The Florida Holocaust Museum

August 21–September 25 Art Spaces Mindy Solomon Gallery August 25 through October 31 Art + Autobiography: Paintings by Nava Mentkow The Florida Holocaust Museum September 10–October 2 Witness for the Prosecution by Agatha Christie Carrollwood Players Theatre September 10–October 17 Visions of Enchantment: Janny Wurts & Don Maitz Dunedin Fine Arts Center

September 28 Nikki Yanofsky 7:30 p.m. Ruth Eckerd Hall September 29 Crosby, Stills & Nash 8:00 p.m. Ruth Eckerd Hall

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Through January 30, 2011 Splendid Treasures of the Turkomen Tribes from Central Asia Ringling Museum of Art

September 30 John Caparulo 8:30 p.m. Side Splitters Comedy Club, Tampa Salem Communications presents Reclaiming America 7:30 p.m. Ferguson Hall October 1 Rush 7:30 p.m. 1-800-Ask-Gary Amphitheatre

THE MYSTERY OF IRMA VEP September 17–October 10 Charles Ludlam’s Obie-winning comedy is a riotous Gothic spoof that satirizes everything from Alfred Hitchcock’s films to Victorian melodrama and the movie The Mummy’s Curse. It’s also a quick-change marathon in which two actors play a dozen roles: English newlyweds, a mysterious maid, a sympathetic werewolf, a vampire and an Egyptian princess brought back to life. But just who was (or is) Irma Vep? American Stage Theatre Company

September 12–November 7 Florida Watercolor Society: 39th Annual Exhibition Leepa-Rattner Museum of Art

Sacred Chant Concert 7:30 p.m. Ruth Eckerd Hall

October 8 Jorge Heilpern’s Tangoman 7:30 p.m. Ruth Eckerd Hall

October 15–16 Cirque Shanghai: BAI XI 8:00 p.m. The Mahaffey Theater

September 15–October 3 Jobsite Theater presents Einstein’s Dreams Shimberg Playhouse

October 2 12th Annual The Art of Helping Children Gala Big Brothers Big Sisters of Tampa Bay A La Carte Event Pavilion

REO Speedwagon and Eddie Money 7:30 p.m. Ruth Eckerd Hall

October 20–November 17 Jobsite Theater presents Mindgame Shimberg Playhouse

October 4 Jeffrey Foucault 7:30 p.m. Jaeb Theater The Straz Center

October 10 Stone Soup Ferguson Hall The Staz Center

October 22–November 13 The Complete Works of William Shakespeare Carrollwood Players Theatre

October 15 Sugarland 7:00 p.m. 1-800-Ask-Gary Amphitheatre

October 23 Chelsea Handler: Chelsea Chelsea Bang Bang 8:00 p.m. The Straz Center

September 16 Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers 7:30 p.m. St. Pete Times Forum September 18 Kings of Leon 7:30 p.m. 1-800-Ask-Gary Amphitheatre Adam Lambert 6:10 p.m. Tropicana Field September 21 Lady Antebellum 7:30 p.m. Ruth Eckerd Hall 90 www.duPontREGISTRY.com/TampaBay

October 7 Flavor of Jazz V 7:30 p.m. Ruth Eckerd Hall Serj Tankian in the Imperfect Harmonies World Tour 8:00 p.m. Mahaffey Theater October 8–10 Sunshine City Antiques & Collectibles Show The Coliseum, St. Petersburg

October 15–17 Sesame Street Live Ruth Eckerd Hall October 15-16 Women of Faith St. Pete Times Forum

Van Cliburn Gold Medalist Nobuyuki Tsjuii 7:00 p.m. Ruth Eckerd Hall October 25 Carrie Underwood 7:30 p.m. St. Pete Times Forum

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November 13 Girl’s Night—The Musical 7:30 p.m. Ruth Eckerd Hall

Thomas Pandolfi 7:30 p.m. Ruth Eckerd Hall

October 26–31 9 to 5: The Musical Carol Morsani Hall The Straz Center October 26–February 20, 2011 Forbidden Broadway Jaeb Theater The Straz Center October 27 MGMT with Kuroma 8:00 p.m. Ruth Eckerd Hall October 30 21st Annual Hyde Park Village Art Fair 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Hyde Park Village November 4 Benise, Spanish Guitar 8:00 p.m. Ruth Eckerd Hall November 5 Rascal Flatts 6:00 p.m. 1-800-Ask-Gary Amphitheatre

Dessert First Girl Scouts of West Central Florida 7:00 p.m. InterContinental Hotel, Tampa

The Christmas Music of Manheim Steamroller by Chip Davis The Mahaffey Theater

November 5—28 Opus by Michael Hollinger American Stage Theatre Company

November 16 Roger Waters: The Wall Live 8:00 p.m. St. Pete Times Forum

November 6 Jamey Johnson 8:00 p.m. Ruth Eckerd Hall

November 16–21 Dreamgirls Carol Morsani Hall The Straz Center

November 11 Jethro Tull’s Ian Anderson Ruth Eckerd Hall November 12–14 Ribfest—Rockin’ Ribs HelpIn’ Kids Vinoy Park, St. Petersburg November 12-14 Franz Lehár’s The Merry Widow Ferguson Hall The Straz Center

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Louis Ritman (1889–1963), Flower Garden, ca. 1913. Oil on canvas, 39 1/2 x 39 in. Phoenix Museum of Art, Phoenix, AZ, Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John M. Redfield Jr. 1996.259

November 19 Al Pacino 8:00 p.m. Ruth Eckerd Hall November 20 Sutton Foster 8:00 p.m. Ruth Eckerd Hall Gallagher 8:00 p.m. Ruth Eckerd Hall

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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 Harborview Center Clearwater, www.harborview-center.com Henry B. Plant Museum Tampa, www.plantmuseum.com The Lakeland Center Lakeland, www.thelakelandcenter.com Leepa-Rattner Museum of Art Tarpon Springs www.spcollege.edu/central/museum 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

November 21 Lyle Lovett and his Large Band 7:00 p.m. Mahaffey Theater

Nova 535 St. Petersburg, www.nova535.com

November 23 Celtic Thunder: It's Entertainment 8:00 p.m. Ruth Eckerd Hall

Ringling Museum of Art Sarasota, www.ringling.org

November 26–December 18 A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens Carrollwood Players Theatre

St. Petersburg Little Theatre St. Petersburg, www.splt.org

November 30–December 5 Irving Berlin's White Christmas Carol Morsani Hall The Straz Center

Salvador Dalí Museum St. Petersburg, www.salvadordalimuseum.org

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Old Hyde Park Village Tampa, www.hydeparkvillage.net Palladium Theatre St. Petersburg, www.mypalladium.org

Ruth Eckerd Hall Clearwater, www.rutheckerdhall.com Saks Fifth Avenue, West Shore Plaza Tampa, www.saksfifthavenue.com

St. Petersburg Museum of History St. Petersburg, www.spmoh.org St. Pete Times Forum Tampa, www.stpetetimesforum.com

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 USF Contemporary Art Museum Tampa, www.ira.usf.edu

American Impressionists in the Garden September 25 through January 3, 2011

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2010 BMW 335i Convertible

By Benjamin Greene

ue to steep regulations coming down from a number of government agencies regarding fleet gas mileage and emissions standards, manufacturers everywhere are looking at ways to make their cars more green and, in the case of the new 3-Series like a number of other revised luxury models, work a little bit of magic in the process. The new 3.0liter inline six-cylinder engine drops down a notch in the drooling figures from twin turbochargers to a single twin-scroll turbocharger but makes up for that drop by delivering the same 300 hp and 300 lbs. ft. of torque as the outgoing engine and does it without using as much fuel, producing less emissions, and now in a more responsive manner to driver inputs. Like nearly every 3-Series since the dawn of time, the engine endows its owner with a

sort of unqualifiable euphoria because of how smoothly, freely, and happily it revs to redline. It is quick as well, even in the face of BMWâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s obviously understated zero-to-60 time of 5.5 seconds with the standard six-speed manual; a six-speed automatic is available as an option. The hardtop convertible that made its debut in 2008 continues on and offers few concessions to the coupe. In fact, the only differences between the two are in the 400 or so pounds that are added through the convertible mechanism and the lack of four-wheel drive as an available option in the convertible (probably to keep the weight gain from getting out of hand). The people that are more in tune with aesthetics than gizmos will have to keep their soft-

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top wants on hold until they can afford the BMW 6-Series or downgrade to a 1-Series. The new engine will retain the same 335i name as the previous years but comes with exterior changes via a revised face and rear bumper in both the coupe and convertible forms. The BMW 3-Series Convertible starts at approximately $51,000. Like most BMWs, that price will go higher rather quickly the more options you decide to add, but, as one of the best mid-size luxury convertibles on the market, you pay for what you get. dR

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Entertainment Tampa Bay Grand Prix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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

Mar-Go Interiors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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

Patio Land USA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Patio Ways . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Events and Benefits Big Brothers/Big Sisters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Susan G. Komen for the Cure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fashion and Jewelry Cappello & Co. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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

Robert Young Jeweler Extraordinaire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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

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

Watch Studio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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

Morton Plant Hospital . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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

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Private Schools Berkeley Preparatory School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Saint Paul's School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Tampa Preparatory School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Professional Services Ambassador Limosine and Sedan, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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

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Coldwell Banker Florida, Carol Merritt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70, 71, 74

Golf Destinations

Coldwell Banker Florida, Julie Folden . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Black Diamond Ranch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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

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Coldwell Banker, Tammy Plummer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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

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

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Home Builders and Home Improvement Appliance Gallery, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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

Decorating Elves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery . . . . . . . . . .

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

Italian Cast Stone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Palm Restaurant Tampa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Signature Landscape Lighting, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Interior Design and Home Furnishings Brandy's Interiors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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

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Examining Beliefs Through Artwork A fresh face has appeared on the new 600 block of downtown St. Petersburg. The latest addition to the art district is Donna Gordon and the art collection of her premiere gallery at 625 Central Avenue. Focusing on the figure and modern landscape, the Donna Gordon Gallery and Studio showcases the personal handiwork of Donna’s bronze figures, as well as the work of other regional and national artists practicing contemporary realism. The gallery also serves as a working studio where Donna creates sensuous pieces depicting everyday experiences and the deeper undercurrent of meaning that invigorates each moment of life. Donna purposes to recreate memories with her pieces, explaining, “I have always been interested in telling stories and examining beliefs with my artwork.” Also centrally featured is the late artist Jack Barrett. His extensive selection of vibrant expressionist paintings spreads throughout the gallery and into public and private collections across North America. The opportunity to display Jack’s pieces with the gallery’s opening thrilled Donna, who holds Jack in high esteem as “a wonderful man and an amazing painter.” Jack’s creations appear alongside the sculptures, paintings, works on paper, mixed media, and photography of many talented artists in shows that rotate quarterly.

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