Creative Loafing Tampa — February 4, 2021 by Chava Communications

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PUBLISHER James Howard EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Ray Roa DIGITAL EDITOR Colin Wolf FOOD and THEATER CRITIC Jon Palmer Claridge FILM & TV CRITIC John Allman

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Feeling super and scared Photos by Dave Decker and Kimberly DeFalco

ven casual sports fans are as excited as we are about the Buccaneers being in the Super Bowl for the first time since George W. Bush was president. But if you’ve got half a brain, then you’re wondering how the hell the Super Bowl is going to keep itself from becoming a superspreader that leaves Tampa Bay dealing with a postgame surge in coronavirus cases after the hustle and bustle of the big game is over. This entire issue is largely about that, and it definitely tiptoes the line between being hyped and horrified about the scene unfolding in Tampa Bay this week. Here’s a little of what we saw at a preview of the Super Bowl Experience (p. 16) and Ybor City (p. 11) last week. Mask up, hope for the best, and stay away from the crowds if you can help it.—Ray Roa

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S P O N S O R E D C O N T E N T P R E S E N T E D B Y J A C K D A N I E L' S

Watch parties from the safety of your own home? Make these moments count! How to step up your at-home entertainment game

ow booking reservations for sports events in Tampa: your couch. Ice Hockey? Check! Basketball? Check! Football? Double check! By now, you’ve heard about the big game coming up. You can feel the buzz in the city, despite pandemic restrictions keeping fans away from bars, stadiums, and arenas. One thing the pandemic hasn't taken away from sports fans is their desire to watch their teams play while keeping socially distanced. You know what they say... when life throws you lemons, make lemonade. And some of us may want to kick things up a notch by making a Jack Daniel’s Lynchburg Lemonade.

Hey, we’re looking on the bright side! Watching the games at home this season has had its perks for a few (pajamas!), but for many, getting creative by hosting virtual happy hours or game watch parties with close friends has been what’s getting them safely through these challenging times. Now, more than ever, it's important to make every moment count. Speaking of making it count, the Bucs will make postseason history as the first team to

play at home during the big game. This record alone is enough to get local sports aficionados out of their pajamas, into some team gear, and excited to plan for an at-home entertainment party unlike any other. We’ve picked four quick, simple, and refreshing Jack Daniel’s recipes that even the most novice cocktail enthusiast can master in no time. Keep things effortless with a Jack & Jones, shake things up with a Jack & Coke Peach Mule, or find the

perfect drink somewhere in between—no matter your selection, each cocktail is perfectly crafted for the occasion.

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1 ½ oz Jack Daniel's Old No. 7® ¼ oz Aperol Ginger Ale

1 ½ oz Jack Daniel's Old No. 7® 2 oz Soda Water 2 oz Lemon Lime Soda

Add Old No. 7 and Aperol. Top with ginger ale. Garnish with grapefruit peel or orange slice.

Build in glass over ice. Garnish with lemon wedge or cucumber.

1 ½ oz Jack Daniel's Old No. 7® 4 oz Coca-Cola® 2-3 dashes Jack Daniel’s Cocktail Bitters Cherry garnish

1 ½ oz Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey ½ oz Peach Puree 1 ½ oz Coca Cola 1 ½ oz Ginger Beer

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Lightly shake all but ginger beer. Add ginger beer. Strain over ice. Garnish with lemon wheel or peach and/or mint sprig.

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Whether you grab your Jack Daniel's Tennessee Whiskey from your favorite liquor store or purchase it online, make your game day experiences count and get #JackNtheGame as you set the tone for ultimate at-home watch parties starring delicious, effortless cocktails. So, are you ready to be the MVP at home? Raise a glass safely and responsibly to your favorite teams with Jack! For more Game Day beverage essentials and ways to make your Big Game at home count, visit jackdaniels.com

S P O N S O R E D C O N T E N T P R E S E N T E D B Y J A C K D A N I E L' S If home is what you make it, then make your time spent there something special by pairing your favorite Jack Daniel’s cocktails with these quick recipes!

HOT PIMENTO CHEESE DIP

Makes about 2 cups; serve with corn chips and crackers 8 ounces (2 cups) shredded sharp cheddar cheese 4 ounces cream cheese, cut into small chunks 1/4 cup mayonnaise 1 jar (4 ounces) diced pimentos, drained Spoonful of sugar Dashes of hot pepper and Worcestershire sauce Heat the oven to 350°F. Combine the cheddar cheese, cream cheese, mayonnaise, pimentos, sugar, and hot and Worcestershire sauce in a small glass baking dish. Bake for 20 to 30 minutes or until bubbly and hot. Stir once halfway through cooking. Note: This can also be prepared in the microwave. Cover a microwave-safe baking dish and microwave at 50 percent power for 2 minutes. Stir until well blended.

JACK HOT WINGS Makes 6 to 8 servings

CHICKEN

2 pounds chicken drumettes 1 1/2 teaspoons salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper WHISKEY SAUCE

1/2 cup Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey 1 stick butter 1/4 cup ketchup 1/2 cup hot pepper sauce, or to taste Season chicken with salt and pepper. Grill over medium heat. Combine all sauce ingredients in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil. Dip cooked wings in the sauce. Serve with blue cheese dressing and fresh celery and carrot sticks.

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“We’re just going to hope for the best and hope people comply.” POLITICS ISSUES OPINION

Encouragement over enforcement Super Bowl mask mandates will test Tampa’s cultural foundations. By Ray Roa

ast week, Tampa Mayor Jane Castor issued an executive order calling for masks to be worn outdoors in the city’s entertainment districts. Save for some street preachers, a few drunken revelers on outdoor patios and folks in pirate cosplay, folks in Ybor City last Saturday night from 8 p.m. to midnight seemed to comply. The new executive order runs through Feb. 13 and supplements existing city and county ordinances which strictly prohibit not wearing masks while standing (ie: on dance floors). Under existing orders, the only time face masks may not be worn is when seated to eat or drink. Castor’s new order covers “Event Zones,” like Raymond James Stadium, all of University of Tampa, Armature Works and Tampa’s Riverwalk area. It also covers hotspots like the SoHo strip, the Ybor City historic district, the central business district, and the Channel District. While violators will face a civil infraction, which carries up to a $500 fine, Castor’s announcement did not specify how the executive order will be enforced. And while the arrival of the order signals the city’s desire to host a Super Bowl safely, the mayor has said that the city is more focused on education when it comes to seeing the mask mandates enforced. “We’re not looking at this from an enforcement viewpoint, but from an encouragement viewpoint,” Castor said at a Jan. 25 press conference that left some locals scratching their heads and asking for stricter reinforcement and rhetoric. When contacted last week about whether or not code enforcement would be out at local bars hosting Super Bowl watch parties, a spokesperson for the city reiterated the city’s focus on “education” over enforcement. And in new comments to the Tampa Bay Times, Tampa Police Chief Brian Dugan also defaulted to the city’s desire to educate before enforcing the mandate, adding that giving “a citation will be a last resort.” “We’re just going to hope for the best and hope people comply,” Dugan added. But hope is a tricky thing.

College of Medicine at the University of South Florida, pointed to Disney World as an example of a place where relying on encouragement over enforcement was working, but he noted that folks who go to theme parks are already invested since they’ve bought a ticket to get in and agreed to certain terms and conditions, including the wearing of face masks. Plus, Wolfson, added, theme parks have employees ready to break up large groups and enforce the park’s mask rules. But orders like the ones in place in Tampa for the Super Bowl rely on personal responsibility,

Florida’s cultural foundation At last week’s press conference, Dr. Jay Wolfson, senior associate dean of the Morsani

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embedded in the culture. Wolfson added that in those countries and others, when there’ve been slips, unambiguous controls have been imposed. In Europe, there are cities where fines of up to 300 Euros are issued for violating curfews and mask ordinances. In his own email to CL, Dr. Edwin Michael at the Center for Global Health Infectious Disease Research at University of South Florida agreed that there are other places in the world with greater social cohesion and governments acting foremost to protect the public. He says those places—including Taiwan, South

ONE BUC, FACE: Two approaches to mask mandates on display in Ybor City, Florida on Jan. 30, 2021. respect for self and others, and common sense. In an email to Creative Loafing Tampa Bay, Wolfson pointed out that a place like Florida— and a country like the U.S.—just doesn’t have the same cultural foundation as places like Japan or Thailand where personal responsibility is more

Korea, Singapore, Vietnam, New Zealand, Australia, the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain and Israel—have done well in managing the pandemic. But “ ...even those are being challenged and sometimes ignored in bastions of ‘common sense’

such as Berlin,” Wolfson said, adding that the Tampa Bay area must face the reality that tens of thousands of people from across the state, U.S. and world are converging here. “We can not hope that away; we won’t police the bad behaviors as the French and Greeks have done,” Wolfson wrote, “we can only try to rely upon limited, local law enforcement resources, the responsible actions of proprietors of restaurants, bars and other venues, and the presumption that some common sense will prevail.” Reluctance to regulation Wolfson points out that admonishing and pointing fingers at non-believers and noncompliants only causes a doubling down and a breakdown in reasonable communication and educational efforts designed to encourage safe behaviors. He does, however, expect that most people will behave and that local business owners will do their best to balance known, basic public health practices with a desperate need to re-balance the economic and psychological traumas and damage that have afflicted the community. But balancing the two is complicated in so many ways, and Wolfson believes “there is no clean solution outside of common sense and personal responsibility.” Michael adds that in the U.S. there is a deeper distrust of the government and a profound racial, religious and class-led divide that makes it difficult to control the pandemic. To him, the U.S.’ market-led capital system of chasing profits compounds the difficulty in implementing social measures that can harm trade. In short, a political economy plays a role in creating weak political leadership that is comfortable with ensuring control of the pandemic first as the only way to fully reopen the economy. “Business leaders who have disproportionate power in the U.S. system forget that without controlling the pandemic first is the major reason for the cycles of restrictions that we have seen in the country, which in turn disrupts economic functioning,” Michael added. All those reasons—communal divisions linked to race and economic standing, tentative continued on page 14

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his Valentine’s Day, here’s a heart you won’t feel bad breaking: The Cake Girl has crafted molded chocolate breakable hearts filled with a sweet treat. Give it a good crack to reveal your choice of strawberries or candy… breaking a heart (or giving a heart to someone else to break) has never felt so good. The Cake Girl is constantly coming up with creative, delicious ways to make people smile. It all began back in 2009 when Owner Kristina Lavallee followed her heart and started the biz. Born in Puerto Rico, Lavallee has always had a passion for sweets. She remembers begging her mother, a chef and caterer herself, to take her to the grocery store just so she could lay eyes on all of the cakes and baked goods. “My mother taught me how to cook with love and always used the highest quality ingredients,” she recalled. “But probably the best lesson I learned from her, was to always do the right thing, give A+ customer service, and treat people like family.”

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AW, SHEET: Folks browse tattoo ideas in Ybor City, Florida on Jan. 30, 2021. continued from page 11 leadership, no clear direction and market agendas—have led to a mixed desire by the local community to see the city enforce ordinances in the name of public safety, even though everyone knows this pandemic is far from over. Wolfson, for his part, thinks post Super Bowl spikes in cases may be expected to wave through our community for weeks following the event. That could potentially further exhaust resources at local hospitals still dusting themselves off after the post-holiday surge of coronavirus cases. What needs to be done Michael told CL that from the health community, there is undoubtedly a great desire to try all measures available—“including mask and physical distancing ordinances and vaccinations and on the horizon, therapeutics”—to achieve control and even end the pandemic. But even vaccine-induced herd immunity has its own long-term question marks with new variants already circulating in Tampa Bay. For Michael, to control the complex emergency of this spread, social mandates will be needed through at least April or May to allow for vaccination distribution. Travel into Tampa Bay needs to be screened. If any variant of the coronavirus spreads it’ll negate any positive gains from vaccines. “ ...there is a strong desire by the local health community to see the City implement and enforce ordinances against the virus… [and] we also need to better engage with the community and hear their concerns so that the reasons for these mandates are clearly understood and not be distorted by agents

with political/business agendas,” Michael said, adding that Mayor Castor’s Facebook show is a good step towards better communication. He added that both folks asked to selfisolate plus businesses and workers affected by coronavirus mandates be supported as they are in places like northern Europe. “It is easy for some of us to self-isolate and work from home but not for a large proportion of workers—the class/economic divide… needs to be addressed,” Michael wrote. Locals react In in the surest sign of satisfaction about last weekend in Ybor, Crowbar owner Tom DeGeorge—who’s been loudest about halfassed efforts by state and local governments to control the virus and help businesses—told CL that he was placated with the increased police presence in Ybor City, the sight of many venues following CDC guidelines and the fact that many of the district’s concerns about plans have been addressed. “I’m optimistic,” DeGeorge said. He’s hopeful that Super Bowl weekend won’t bring the same crowds the district saw on Halloween and New Year’s Eve, but still finds it hard to stomach watching the city host a Super Bowl and WrestleMania while the live music industry is in shambles with no signs of any national tours coming through until March. “It’s hard to see so much celebrating,” DeGeorge said. “It was one thing when you’d see clubs getting away with blatantly breaking any CDC, city, and county guidelines but it’s a total new level of loneliness, anger, and frustration when you see that the City itself has drank the Kool-Aid.”

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Sitting out

A case for skipping this unprecedented Super Bowl experience. By Ray Roa

he NFL’s Super Bowl Experience at Julian B. Lane Park opened last Friday in downtown Tampa, and you’re probably not going to be able to go because all the reservations to attend are gone. At a media preview on Jan. 28, an NFL spokesperson said there is no waiting list either. Translation: don’t even try to walk up and attend. And it’s not like you would anyway. Despite a two-week improvement in Florida’s coronavirus numbers following the post-holiday bump, the new U.K. variant of the virus is in Tampa Bay—and as the Tampa Bay Times points out, that variant believed to be [a] significantly more contagious version of the virus… [and] can lead to many more people dying.” But for the folks brave (and lucky?) enough to get a reservation, the NFL has truly pulled out all the stops when it comes to health. The media screening included a questionnaire and temperature check, plus masks required at all times. At the preview, the NFL’s spokesperson would not say how many people will be allowed on site at the Experience at the same time, but a PR rep for the NFL Experience said to the Times that “each of several daily sessions at Julian B. Lane could have up to 7,500 fans… ” On Thursday, the NFL spokesperson told media that the number of attendees would fluctuate and be determined by local health officials working in concert with the league. In addition to limited capacity, the event is outdoors (only possible in Tampa Bay, said the spokesperson) and complete with sociallydistanced areas for consumption of concessions and every Bud Light product your liver desires. And truth be told, the NFL Experience is a good time. The home team is playing for a Lombardi Trophy (which is on site at the Experience, by the way) in its home stadium. For local fans, this is a once-in-a-lifetime affair. And were we not in the midst of a once-in-alifetime pandemic, I could offer a full-throated endorsement about how fun it is to kick field goals, throw footballs, run the 40-yard dash and complete obstacle courses. But the fact is that coronavirus is here, and it’s still putting people in hospitals; some of those folks are ending up in morgues and funeral homes. So, yeah, there are thousands of reasons to feel OK about missing this one. Plus, the Super Bowl Experience’s chronology of pro football—ironically next to the NFL’s exhibit about social justice—is missing something, anyway, in that there’s no mention of Colin Kaepernick who in 2016 staged an extremely peaceful protest against police brutality and the mistreatment of Black Americans only to lose his job.

But if you must revel—even without a ticket—there are other opportunities for you. Downtown Tampa’s entire Riverwalk is activated from Armature Works (where CBS is broadcasting) to Curtis Hixon Park, a “technology village” near the Brorein Street Bridge and Sparkman Wharf. While Julian B. Lane is at capacity, WFLA points out that the Curt—where local DJs will play and fireworks will go off on Friday and Saturday—will be open at an undisclosed capacity on all the same days the Super Bowl Experience is open (see remaining schedule below and more pics via cltampa.com/ magazine). Plus, the City of Tampa—which on Jan. 28 issued an outdoor mask mandate for event zones including Ybor City and South Howard—has said it’s less focused on enforcement and more on encouragement when it comes to preventing the Super Bowl from becoming the Super Spreader Bowl. So, to sum it up, the Super Bowl Experience looks like a fun and safe-as-it-can-be-in-a-pandemic time. You’re probably gonna miss it, but that’s OK. This is the one time when missing a once-in-a-lifetime event might save yours or someone else’s life. Super Bowl Experience hours of operation are Thursday, Feb. 4 (3 p.m.-10 p.m.) and FridaySaturday, Feb. 5-6 (10 a.m.-10 p.m.) It is closed on Super Bowl Sunday.

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MASK CRUSADER: Tampa Mayor Jane Castor on June 2, 2020.

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Mayor Jane Castor’s SBLV expanded mask mandate runs through Feb. 13. By Colin Wolf

n an executive order issued Jan. 28, Tampa Mayor Jane Castor will require face masks to be worn outdoors at popular Super Bowl areas beyond Raymond James Stadium. The executive order goes through Feb. 13 and calls for masks to be worn in the city’s “Entertainment Districts,” which include the South Howard Commercial Overlay District, Ybor City Historic District, the Central Business District, and the Channel District. It also covers ““Event Zones,” like Raymond James, all of University of Tampa, Armature Works and Tampa’s Riverwalk area . “We are incredibly excited to host a fun and safe Super Bowl here in Tampa—but we need everyone to do their part. We want fans to feel confident knowing that when they come out to celebrate Super Bowl LV, they can do so safely in a city that takes this pandemic seriously,” said Castor in a statement. “In football terms, it’s simple—masks are the right defense. Don’t let COVID-19 intercept your ability to make unforgettable memories or keep your loved ones safe. We are grateful to the NFL and the Host Committee for being amazing partners and going above and beyond to implement strict COVID-19 safety precautions. Now, we need everyone to take personal responsibility to keep themselves, others fans and our Tampa Bay community safe.”

While violators will face a “civil infraction,” which carries up to a $500 fine, Castor’s announcement did not specify how the executive order will be enforced. In a previous press conference, Castor said the city’s strategy was to encourage “personal responsibility.” “We’re not looking at this from an enforcement viewpoint, but from an encouragement viewpoint,” she added. When contacted last week about whether or not code enforcement would be out at local bars hosting Super Bowl watch parties, a spokesperson for the city said the city was focused on “education.” Of course, there are also exceptions to the mask order, including: • Children under 5 years of age • Persons (including their family members or companions) when outdoors at their personal residence, provided they comply with CDC guidance • Persons working in a business or profession where use of a face covering would prevent them from performing the duties of the business or profession • Persons for whom a face covering would cause impairment due to an existing health condition • A person communicating with a hearing-impaired individual who needs to see that person’s mouth in order to communicate. You can see a full map of the districts via cltampa.com/magazine.

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n Super Bowl Sunday, Florida Indigenous Rights and Environmental Equality (FIREE) will protest the Kansas City Chiefs near Raymond James Stadium. And it’s not because they’re Bucs fans. According to FIREE, the Chief’s logo and imagery appropriate Indigenous culture, thus devaluing their experience and history. “No other groups are racially trivialized into a mascot. There is no Kansas City Sambos, no Kansas City Chicanos, no Kansas City Crackers,” FIREE’s protest event page reads. “There is no Kansas City Catholics where the mascot Pope does the lambada with mascot nuns while tossing communion wafers on the field as the fans whoop it up in a pseudoGregorian chant while doing the crucifix chop…” The Chief’s logo features an arrowhead, a tool created by Native Americans, which encircles the letters “KC”. Non-native Kansas City Chiefs fans have been known to dress up in fake Native garb to support their team. Many fans also participate in a “tomahawk chop” to support their team, which further appropriates Native culture. “How will we have serious conversations about treaty rights involving land back or water rights, or any of the serious issues when we can’t even have Native people recognized as more than a cartoonish mascot for America’s fun and games?,” asks Sheridan Murphy, cofounder of FIREE. In 2020, Native Americans had a victory when The Washington Redskins removed “Redskins” from their name. Redskin is a term that has complex and contested origins, but became a slur that European colonizers used

against Natives. Defenders of the Redskins name said that the name and imagery honored Native Americans, but Natives disagreed. “The name is racist that’s what you’ve got to understand,” Chief Tayac of the Piscataway Indian Tribe said in an interview with ABC News. “Don’t believe what I tell you, look it up in Webster’s Dictionary for the Washington Football Team. I don’t like to say the word, but it’s Redskin. See what it means. It’s a racial slur for Native Americans. It’s derogatory.” The former Washington Redskins are currently named the Washington Football Team as they decide on a new name. They’re one of many sports teams to change their names in recent years at the demand of Indigenous people, including Major League Baseball’s Cleveland Indians. The Kansas City Chiefs are holding onto their name and imagery, despite the protests and controversy surrounding it. CNN recently pointed out that the Chiefs are even named after a white man who appropriated Native culture. And so, FIREE will be gathering near Raymond James Stadium to show that they are not mascots and that the Chiefs should follow suit of Washington and so many other sports teams. The location is still being decided on, however, depending on where the demonstration will be able to maneuver amidst the Super Bowl chaos. Murphy encourages people to check the event page for updates on where the demonstration will be held. “I want to be as close to their (The Chiefs) hatred as I can,” says Murphy.

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The Republican Party cannot decouple itself from extremism. By Jeffrey C. Billman with a crackdown on conservatism. Not unintentionally, he’s feeding the same paranoia and grievance that gave rise to the DHS warning in the first place—and propelled Trump to the White House four years ago, and that Hawley hopes will take him there four years from now. This illustrates a fundamental problem central to our political morass: The Republican Party cannot decouple itself from extremism. The day before, Hawley and 44 of his Senate colleagues voted to dismiss the impeachment charge against Trump without a trial. Many coated their votes in a veneer of highminded constitutionalism or calls for national unity, wringing their hands about how divisive it would be to make the former president account for his sins. Never mind that Trump peddled ludicrous conspiracy theories to convince gullible supporters that the election was stolen. Never mind that Trump tried to coerce Georgia officials into “finding” 12,000 votes, or that he nearly fired the acting attorney general so he could appoint a lackey who would make up evidence of fraud. Never mind that 147 Republicans tried to subvert democracy while the bodies of those who died at the Capitol were still warm. Never mind that Trump’s administration looked the other way as white supremacists became the country’s most dangerous terrorist threat, instead dispatching paramilitary goons to snatch BLM protesters off the street and throw them into unmarked vans. And never mind that for four years, Republicans not only tolerated but celebrated Trump’s mendacity and demagoguery, the party’s leaders abandoning any pretense of principle to grovel at his feet. Last week’s vote couldn’t possibly have been rooted in their desire to sweep their indulgence of extremism under the rug, could it? Perish the thought. Here’s the thing: Extremism is a cancer. Left untreated, it spreads. The more it spreads, the harder it is to eradicate, and the more dangerous it becomes. By voting against a trial, Republicans decided that the short-term benefit of letting the tumor run wild was worth the long-term damage it will inflict on our republic. The inevitable result of such a mind-set is politicians like Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene. The Georgia representative made headlines last week for being even nuttier than we already knew, and we knew plenty: She believed Sandy

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ast Wednesday, the Department of Homeland Security issued a bulletin warning of a heightened threat from “ideologically motivated violent extremists with objections to the exercise of governmental authority and the presidential transition, as well as other perceived grievances fueled by false narratives.” That day, Senate Republicans announced that they would seek to delay the confirmation of Alejandro Mayorkas, President Biden’s nominee for DHS secretary. Their demand for additional hearings focused on Biden’s immigration policies. But the bulletin was soon added to the outrage machine. On Wednesday night, Missouri Sen. Josh Hawley took to Laura Ingraham’s Fox News program to wax menacingly about the DHS targeting “Trump supporters,” which he deemed “very, very troubling.” (The bulletin mentions neither Donald Trump nor his supporters.) Since the Jan. 6 insurrection, Hawley has turned “cancel culture” into his raison d’être. Calculating to his core, he was the first senator to announce he’d object to the election results. As soon as he discovered that actions have consequences—mentors abandoning him, funders jumping ship, a Florida hotel canceling his fundraiser, Simon & Schuster dropping his book deal (it was picked up by conservative imprint Regnery), his state’s two largest newspapers calling for his resignation—Hawley climbed on every soapbox he could find to complain about censorship, most notably claiming the cover of the New York Post to whine about being “muzzled” by “corporate monopolies and the left.” Hawley’s appearance on “The Ingraham Angle” fell in this vein. After railing against the “woke leftist mob,” Hawley said of the DHS’s warning: “If this is just some attempt to amass power and go after the civil liberties of law-abiding Americans, we’re gonna have a big, big problem.” There are legitimate concerns about turning an infrastructure conceived in post-9/11 anxiety inward or passing legislation to criminalize domestic terrorism. As 135 civil liberties groups pointed out in a letter to Biden, new powers will ineluctably “be used as vehicles to target black and brown communities.” After our recent brush with authoritarianism, caution is warranted. But that’s not what Hawley’s getting at. (He denounced Black Lives Matter as a “woke mob” attack on Trump supporters.) He’s cynically conflating a warning about “violent extremists”

HAWLEY-LUJAH: Since the Jan. 6 insurrection, Hawley has turned 'cancel culture' into his raison d’être. Hook Elementary, Parkland High, and 9/11 were false flags, Hillary Clinton was a satanic child killer, and—a QAnon classic—top Democrats were part of a global pedophile cabal. She chased Muslim lawmakers through the Capitol in 2019, insisting they swear their oath on the Bible instead of the Quran. She compared BLM protesters to neo-Nazis. And so on. The latest revelations had Greene cheering calls for the executions of Nancy Pelosi, Barack Obama, and Hillary Clinton, harassing Parkland survivor David Hogg and calling him a coward, and claiming the Las Vegas massacre was the work of gun-control activists. Oh, and a personal favorite: She speculated that the 2018 California wildfires were caused by nefarious space lasers. There were “too many coincidences to ignore,” she wrote on Facebook. Indeed. (Taking a cue from Josh Hawley, Greene blamed the media for trying to “cancel me and

silence my voice” because “I’m a threat to their goal of Socialism.”) House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy responded to this news by promising to give her a talking-to, then hopping on a plane to Mar-aLago to pay penance for saying Trump “bears responsibility” for the insurrection. Democrats have called for Greene’s resignation, removal, or—at minimum—censure. But that seems unlikely. Given another opportunity to confront the extremism they’ve inculcated, Republicans have so far shrugged, unwilling to give in to what Hawley would call the “woke mob” or risk incurring the base’s wrath. Instead, McCarthy awarded Greene a seat on—I shit you not—the House’s education committee. The cancer continues to spread. Get Informed Dissent delivered directly to your inbox. Subscribe today at billman.substack. com.

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On Super Bowl Sunday, the smell of camper fumes and charcoal grills won’t fill the air around Raymond James Stadium because the city is shutting down Al Lopez Park, its community center and dog park to make room for SBLV production. Don’t tell that to the folks staging a protest though.

WEDNESDAY 27 Florida Sen. Rick Scott complains that Joe Biden hasn’t called him yet. Scott playing victim after he literally voted to say he didn’t believe Biden legitimately won the election is painfully on brand for one of the biggest con men snowflakes in Sunshine State history. NFL

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oly shit, the Bucs are in the Super Bowl. Over the last 10 days, a slew of bars, restaurants and businesses have announced watch parties for the big game for those who couldn’t snag tickets to watch the game in person at Raymond James. While this annual event is exciting—and we’re all itching to join fellow fans—there’s still a pandemic going on. When it comes to enforcing mask mandates, the City of Tampa has said that encouragement will take precedence over enforcement (more on p. 11) , so if you do plan on joining in on festivities around town, we guess you could try to do your part to keep your local bar and restaurant’s alcohol license in good standing (it doesn’t seem like any authorities are gonna be out to tell you you can’t anyway). So bring a mask and wear it whenever you’re not seated and eating or drinking. While you’re at it keep your social distance, and if things get too hairy, opt to grab your food to go and watch Super Bowl LV at home. Each event listed below has free admission unless otherwise noted. If you are a business owner who is hosting a watch party and didn’t get a chance to email CL in the week we spent

calling for submissions, sorry (follow us online next time?). The Super Bowl happens at Tampa’s Raymond James Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 7 at 6:30 p.m. Here are all the watch parties (eek) and takeout specials (better) we know about. And you damn well better tip like your money is on fire. 4 Rivers Super Bowl watch party hosts need to have the eats stacked for guests. 4 Rivers is offering Game Day Bites menus like the 4R Party Packages, nugget platters, smoked jalapeños and other football feast staples. Orders can be scheduled for pick up or delivery on Saturday, Feb. 6, hot or cold. If you snag your platters early, all selections can easily be reheated. Tampa-area and Winter Garden 4 Rivers Smokehouses will be open on Sunday, Feb. 7 for to-go orders only. Various locations. 4rsmokehouse.com 5th Annual Woofball Puppy Bowl If you want to get your Super Bowl Sunday on without having to ignore your dog for hours, Dog Bar is hosting its annual Puppy Bowl. This year’s event benefits the Low Rider Dachshund Rescue of Florida, which will be on-site with adoptable pups and raising funds. To grab a bite SOL

Burger food truck will be on standby. Heads up, Dog Bar is 21 and up so fur babies only. 4 p.m.-6 p.m. 2300 Central Ave., St. Petersburg. dogbarstpete.com 7th Annual Culinary Kickoff Due to COVID19, the social-fundraising culinary event has gone virtual. The event benefits the Culinary Institute of America, The Ryan Nece Foundation and All Stars Helping Kids. Each charity helps combat food insecurity nationwide for children. This year, guests are invited to join the hosts and cook along in the live broadcast. Once you snag your ticket, you’ll be directed to a grocery list to pitch in on before the live virtual event. $55, as well as additional dough for necessary groceries. 8 p.m.-9 p.m. culinarykickoff.com Al’s Finger Licking Good Soulfood Al’s is hosting a BYOB watch party in Ybor City. You gotta wear a mask and pay a $20 entry fee. If you want to opt for a VIP experience (with food included) it’ll cost you $30. For more information call 813-505-1029. 1609 Angel Oliva Senior St., Ybor City. alsybor.com Armature Works The food hall is hosting, "The Tailgate," a four-day outdoor event packed with live music, pro-athlete appearances and drink specials. Cocktail competitions, live cigar rollers, charity raffles and giveaways are also on the agenda. There’s even a chance to win a

pair of tickets to Super Bowl LV. Attendees will be able to purchase raffle tickets daily, with proceeds benefiting the nonprofit, Everyday Is Game Day Foundation. The winner will be chosen Saturday at 3 p.m. Free, bring money for food and drinks. Thurs., Feb. 4-Sun., Feb. 7. 1910 N. Ola Ave., Tampa. armatureworks.com American Social The waterfront concept is hosting a watch party with over 40 TVs throughout the restaurant, allowing all guests to get a prime view when the Bucs take the field. If you don’t want to hang with the AmSo gang, you can grab a to-go package stocked with eats like wings and pizza. There will also be drink specials on buckets of Bud Light, Bud Light Seltzer and Truly. The concept is following all city and state COVID-19 guidelines, and ensures the safety and health of all employees and guests is the top priority. The restaurant has sanitation stations throughout the restaurant as well as QR code menus. 601 S. Harbour Island Blvd no. 107, Tampa. americansocialbar.com Blend Lounge Stacked with 70-inch TVs, it’s safe to say you’ll have a good view of the game while you’re sipping on drink specials at Blend. Specials include $20 all you can drink drafts (from 4 p.m.-8 p.m.), $4 Bud Light Seltzers and Jack Fire, and $5 flatbreads. Employees will be sporting masks, and customers are asked to wear continued on page 27

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continued from page 25 masks when moving around the bar. 4 p.m. 9526 W Linebaugh Ave., Tampa. tampa.blendlounge.com Brewlands Bar & Billiard Carrollwood, have your Uber updated after watching the game at Brewlands. On the big day, guests will receive free touchdown shots for the team of their choice. There will also be giveaways plus a handful of drink specials like $2 jello shots, $4 selected specialty shots, as well as a pitcher of beer and a dozen wings ranging from $15-$25 depending on brew choice. 6 p.m. 4802 Gunn Hwy. No. 108, Tampa. @brewlandsnorth on Facebook Carrabba’s Italian Grill Want to take a nontraditional take on the Super Bowl Sunday spread? Carrabba’s is offering fully prepared meals that feed up to five and include salad and bread. Some dishes you can find in the bundle are lasagne, spaghetti with your choice of bolognese meat sauce or meatballs, and chicken parmesan. You can also opt for Carrabba’s catering menu which boasts a sandwich bundle option to keep it simple. Family bundles start at $34.99. Various locations. carrabbasonlinelordering.com Daylux If you’re looking for an upscale way to celebrate, FourLife Promotions is hosting a

watch party event complete with an afterparty. Tickets range from general admission to VIP sections with bottle service. You can snag a group rate fee, and allow you some personal space with your gang. $30-$1,500. 4 p.m.-3 a.m. Courtyard 5508, 5508 N 50th St., Tampa. fourxl.com District Tavern Time to pregame with a little Super Bowl weekend brunch. Get in the mood with unlimited mimosas ($25) and beer specials during District Taverns’ extended brunch event stretching Super Bowl celebrations into an entire weekend. The menu includes bites from chocolate chip pancakes and grilled biscuits and gravy to veggie hash and avocado eggs Benedict. Sat., Feb. 6 and Sun., Feb. 7 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. 116 N 12th St., Tampa. districttaverntampa.com Dr. BBQ Want to watch from home but don’t want to cook? Pitmaster Ray Lampe “Dr. BBQ” and his crew have created a lineup of catered eats for you to snag. You can go simple with two pounds of wings and large fries for $30 or go big with two pounds of wings, Frito Pie, full rack of ribs, four pounds of BBQ meat for sandwiches and four large sides for $165. There are also a handful of other options that are up for grabs through the restaurant’s website. drbbq.com

Duffy’s Duffy’s is offering advanced reserved seating for only $25 to parties of 10 or less. This Big Game Day Experience gets you front row seats as well as $10 Duffy’s Rewards for your next visit, a complimentary welcome drink and game snacks, as well as a souvenir game day ticket and Duffy’s merch. If you’d rather watch from home, Duffy’s is down to cater with its Super Bowl Party Pack with a variety of wing platters. Customers can place an advance order from Jan. 16-Feb. 6 and choose to pick it up on Super Bowl Day between 11 a.m.–5 p.m. 1580 N Dale Mabry Hwy., Tampa. duffysmvp.com Edge City BBQ and Tap General admission is on a first come, first served basis so be sure to get there early to snag a seat. If you want to ensure a spot, VIP tickets allow access into a buffet with a private room with a big projector screen, a surprise liquor package as well as a goody bag. But be quick as there are only 12 available. $25-$50. 5 p.m. 13910 W Hillsborough Ave., Tampa. edgecitybbqandtap.com Ella’s Americana Folk Art Cafe This Seminole Heights staple is ready with it’s “Super-Itis” meal complete with two full slabs of ribs, a pound of brisket, a pound of pork, cornbread and three

family-size sides all for $120. Specialty barrelaged cocktails are also available to add to your order (we recommend the bloodys). Order online or by phone, then pick up. 5119 N Nebraska Ave., Tampa. 813-234-100, ellasfolksartcafe.com Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar Tampa foodies and football fans, Fleming’s is hosting an exclusive wine dinner with NFL Legend, nine-time pro-bowler and Heisman trophy winner Charles Woodson. Attendees will experience a five-course wine dinner from Tampa chef/ partner, Brandon Grady. The menu will include Fleming’s classic dishes like king crab cocktail, crispy duck confit and wagyu ribeye paired with selections from Woodson’s Intercept (stylized “INTERCEPT”) Wines label. Throughout the evening guests will also be treated to a Q&A with Woodson about his personal journey, love of football, and passion for wine. The event will be hosted at the restaurant’s outdoor venue with adherence to all COVID-19 protocols. Limited parties will be sat at individual tables and will be required to wear a face-covering until service begins. Tickets are available for $150 and can be reserved by calling Christine Calace at (813) continued on page 29

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and giant beer pong) to hang while watching the game. The Avenue (330 1st Ave.) Park & Rec DTSP (100 4th St. S) No Vacancy (937 Central Ave.) hungerthirstgroup.com The Galley Slide by for some drinks and other Super Bowl specials like wing platter to-go as well as $20 prime rib dinners. 11:30 a.m.-midnight. 27 4th St. N, St. Petersburg. thegalleystpete.com La La’s Sangria If you’re looking to avoid the crowds but still want to be surrounded by fellow fans and good sips, La La’s is offering game day packages. Both options include unlimited handcrafted sangria, high noons, domestic bottles of wine, and prosecco. In addition, the kitchen will be cranking out wings, pretzel knots, buffalo chicken flatbread, and margarita flatbread. Reservations are required for lounge seating and all guests in a party must have reservations in order to sit in the lounge. Parking is free and is available on a first-come basis. Lauren English co-founder of La La’s Sangria Bar shared that the concept is limiting its capacity to 50% with just 75 people allowed inside. Packages range from $50-$80/per person. 6 p.m. 203 N Meridian Ave., Tampa. exploretock.com/lalassangriabar Metro Diner Feed four to six peeps with Metro Diner’s Game Day Packs available for curbside pickup or delivery. Each pack comes with seasoned fries, coleslaw or creamy mac and cheese. The Game Day Combo includes 16 hand-breaded bone-in wings and 32 buttermilk marinated boneless wings, tossed in choice of signature spicy honey, buffalo, or spicy buffalo sauce served with crisp celery sticks, blue cheese, or ranch for dipping and choice of side. ($39). You can also snag a bone-in wing pack ($44), boneless wing pack ($39), or fried chicken tenders ($44). Check out Metro’s site for the entire lineup. Available for curbside pick-up and delivery until 6 p.m. Various locations. metrodiner.com/big-game New World Brewery Heads up, New World has moved Dean Johanesen’s previously-booked gig back to 3:30 p.m.-5:30 p.m. After the performance, the brewery is setting up a screen and video projector for a watch party with cold brews on tap. In case of rain, NWB will move the party inside. Either way, the concept will be observing all the usual precautions: limited capacity, distanced seating, and masks required. 3:30 p.m. 810 E Skagway Ave., Tampa. newworldtampa.com O’Maddy’s The bar is hosting live music from 2 p.m.-6 p.m. with Doug South, and bucket specials like $14 Coors Lite and Miller Lite as well as $18 White Claw. You can also snag $3 bloody marys and mimosas all day long. By the way, lunch and dinner specials are also on the menu. O’Maddy’s will also be selling Super Bowl raffle tickets. The event’s Facebook page reads that the concept is following all CDC guidelines which means masks are required and no groups of 10 or more. Make sure to socially distance. 5405 Shore Blvd. S, St. Petersburg. @omaddys on Facebook

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A WORLD AWAY: World of Beer’s Avion location is within walking distance of Raymond James. Pirate’s Brew Coffee Not a watch party, but you can catch a buzz on Joffrey’s limited-edition Tampa Bay Pirate’s Brew inspired by the Bucs. The dark blend has hints of caramel and a smoky finish. You can snag a bag of ground or whole bean for $13.99. joffreys.com Rocco’s Tacos Swap your pizza and wings for margaritas and guacamole at Rocco’s Tacos for Super Bowl Sunday. The restaurant is laced with televisions to catch the game, and the full bar will be stocked for celebratory sips. The concept is following all city and state COVID-19 guidelines, and ensures the safety and health of all employees and guests is the top priority. The restaurant has sanitation stations throughout the restaurant as well as QR code menus. 2223 N Westshore Blvd. Suite 203, Tampa. roccostacos.com Sloppy Joe’s/Waves Both locations are hosting beachfront watch parties. You can opt to watch the game on a 40-foot screen on the beach or on a flat-screen inside. Either way, you have access to open-air seating, as well as complimentary valet parking. Specials include $20 buckets, $5 cocktails, and 99-cent wings. 4:30 p.m. 10650 Gulf Blvd., Treasure Island. sloppyjoesonthebeach.com Sugar Factory Switch up your gamely scenery at the Sugar Factory. In between plays you can take Instagram-worthy shots with walls of candy or holding a smoking goblet. The joint also has a lineup of food offerings to choose from so you can avoid a complete sugar rush. The concept is following all city and state COVID-19 guidelines, and ensures the safety and health of all employees and guests is the top priority. The restaurant has sanitation stations throughout the restaurant as well as QR code menus.

Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, 5223 Orient Rd., Tampa. sugarfactory.com Two Shepherds The 21 and up indoor-outdoor dog bar is putting a giant projector up and hosting a watch party for humans while their four-legged friend run free. Get in early for brunch and bottomless mimosas, followed by drink specials and games. Williamsburg Cucina will be on-site providing eats. Be sure to register your pup on Two Shepherds’ site before you arrive. 4813 N Grady Ave., Tampa. twoshepherdstaproom.com Urban Stillhouse The newish bar and restaurant is inviting locals and sports fans to come lounge, sip on in-house made bourbon while watching the Bucs make their return to the Super Bowl after nearly two decades. Urban Stillhouse boasts two full-service bars, and plenty of space to spread out to catch the game. 2232 5th Ave. S, St. Petersburg. theurbanstillhouse.com World of Beer The Westchase WOB is hosting a watch party with brew specials and 15 big-screen TVs. You can order $25 all you can drink drafts from 4 p.m.-8 p.m. Other specials include $4 Bud Light Seltzers, $4 Jack Fire, and $4 flatbreads. 4 p.m. 9524 W Linebaugh Ave., Tampa. worldofbeer.com World of Beer Avion Within walking distance from the stadium, you might be able to hear the cheers of the crowd while hanging at WOB. The location will be closing off its parking lot all weekend long to assist with social distancing while beer trucks pour up brews. WOB will also set up a projector to show the game so don’t sweat visibility. If that’s not enough action, swing by for sets by a live DJ Saturday and Sunday night. 5311 Avion Park Dr., Tampa. worldofbeer.com

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A note on the orgins of the word ‘buccaneer.’ By Cameron Hunt McNabb

ow that Tom Brady is a Buc and we will be the first team to play the Super Bowl on our home turf, pigskin-tossing buccaneers are everywhere. Here in Tampa, though, that’s how it usually is. We are a town of buccaneers, whether it’s Sunday at RayJay or any weekend during Gasparilla season. And if you ask any Tampanian (Tampan? Tampeño?) on the street what a buccaneer is, they’ll likely say “a pirate.” Well, not quite. The roots of the word “buccaneer” actually come more from the mundane life than any swashbuckling adventures. Interestingly enough, at least to this Tampa foodie, buccaneers were originally producers of food. To be specific, barbecue and bacon. Hey, pirates gotta eat. “Buccaneer” comes from the French "boucanier," which meant “one who hunts wild oxen.” It was used to describe indigenous inhabitants in the French-occupied Caribbean. These early buccaneers not only hunted but also cured the meat on a boucan, which is connected to our word “barbecue.” The French word “boucan” surreptitiously sounded like the English word “bacon,” forming a trio of associations—buccaneers, barbecue, and bacon, oh my! The earliest definition of the word, from 1661, connects all these dots: a buccaneer is “one who dries and smokes flesh on a boucan after the manner of the Indians.” Even though this definition goes on to specifically mention “French hunters of St. Domingo” as buccaneers, there is evidence that the word spread widely in the Caribbean, including to Haiti and the cosmopolitan seaport of Havana.

Within 30 years, a second meaning appears, the one most familiar to us in the Bay area: “A name given to piratical rovers who formerly infested the Spanish coasts in America.” So how did these connoisseurs of bacon become pirates? The first clue is evident in that earliest definition, that buccaneers were French hunters who dried and smoked meat “after the manner of the Indians.” Why would this particular indigenous practice be appropriated by French colonists? Because the cured barbeque and bacon had become an essential export for long sea voyages across the Atlantic. You know who else needed cured meat for long sea voyages? Pirates. At some point, buccaneers went from just supplying to actually being “piratical rovers.” But the plot thickens: these bacon-fueled pirates weren’t just anyone. Colonial politics were crucial to who was and who wasn’t a buccaneer. The French origin of the word, and its evolution into English, align those two powerhouses in the Caribbean, and they often teamed up against a third—and more powerful—player, Spain. The later definition confirms this dynamic, as the “piratical-rovers” specifically attacked Spanish coasts in America. So, buccaneers were more likely to be named Jack Sparrow than (wait for it, Tampanians) Jose Gaspar. These French and English privateers raided Spanish-occupied territories and circulated their loot around Caribbean ports, all while feasting on their tasty smoked meats. This year then, as you sit down to watch the game, celebrate in true historic fashion—with a huge plate of bacon. And go Bucs!

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HAVE FOOD, WILL TRAVEL: Doormét’s Saltimbocca and ‘fit ‘n healthy’ salmon taste just as good out of the box. DAVE DECKER

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Don’t sleep on to-go offerings from this Tampa and St. Pete favorite. By Jon Palmer Claridge

efore the COVID-19 pandemic made like a phantasmagorical alien with a death ray and destroyed our ability to eat inside, I never paid much attention to takeout. My kids are grown so the OMG how-the-fuckk-am-I-gonnafind-the-energy-to-feed-these-little-humans is in the rear view mirror of my life. Until March 2020, if I wasn’t cooking, I was luxuriating in the embrace of Tampa Bay’s inspiring food culture and reporting to you weekly on the full experience of eating at Restaurant X. So please forgive me if Doormét (as in gourmet to your door) flew under my radar. The Tampa location has been around for over a decade, offering a “solution for those who want to eat well, but don’t have a lot of time.” And when St. Petersburg’s Amigos Tortilla Bar fell victim to the pandemic, Doormét snapped up the Central Avenue location to bring its takeout and delivery business model to the west side of the Bay. Doormét offers eat-in with social distancing, but its menu and the whole operation is a welloiled machine to serve the modern takeaway menu. Besides burgers, salads and fitness bowls, there’s a strong Italian influence with handtossed pizzas, pastas, and classics chicken dishes.

It’s lovely to start with made to order truffle mac ‘n’ cheese—an ample 12-oz. serving of “rich, creamy heaven.” The cap of thick cheese at first appears to be impenetrable, but once you break through and get a decadent bite, the truffle oil caresses your tongue rather than whopping you upside the head. It’s a wonderful ingredient when used in moderation as a grace note where it allows for balance in a dish. Next, the freshly baked “breadsticks” are more like giant logs brushed with garlic butter and sprinkled with fresh rosemary and grated Parmesan. They’re so good that the hummus for dipping seems like an afterthought. The Backyard Burger of certified Angus beef (cooked medium-well to avoid lawsuits) is topped with crisp thick-cut cherrywood smoked bacon and Monterey Jack. The meat comes wrapped, thoughtfully, in foil for takeout. Then, you may place it on the separate homemade challah bun topped with ketchup, crisp lettuce, local tomato, and a sliver of red onion. It comes with delightful housemade, perfectly crisp, golden brown potato chips that are not the slightest bit greasy. The hand-tossed pizza comes in 10-inch or 16-inch pies. I always opt for simple to address the main ingredients without being distracted

by toppings. The thin crust has nice chew, and without all the dishes tasting alike. The main the housemade marinara provides clean acid- ingredients are allowed to soar. ity to balance the fat from the ample house For instance, Francesca tops crispy potatoes cheese blend, which exhibits large, brown bub- and sautéed green beans with grilled rosemary bles from a scorchingly hot oven. Doormét offer chicken medallions but the same marsala sauce some intriguing topping combos, which almost simply unites the dish. It seems altogether diflure me away from my touchstone, but I’m able ferent than the previous entrées. The “fit ‘n healthy” perfectly grilled salmon to resist. Next time it’s no holds barred. The non-pizza entrées all come in plastic fillet (a January special) almost preens on a bed clamshells with black bottoms and clear tops. of roasted veggie caponata and pearl-like Israeli They’re easy to open and perfectly serviceable couscous finished with fresh spinach and brusas serving dishes for quick cleanup or for easy chetta tomatoes. A spritz of fresh lemon gives storage if you’re not hungry enough to join the it a touch of brightness and a “kiss of lemon butter” enlivens the “clean plate club.” They offer four mouthfeel. classic pasta dishes We finish with a Doormét (two locations) including shrimp couple of the freshly-

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UP THE SMOKE: Grand Cathedral Cigars will include a piano bar, lounge, conference area, and 6,000-square-foot outside event space.

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ne of Tampa Heights’ historic churches has a new life. Last weekend, Grand Cathedral Cigars opened at 2201 N. Florida Avenue near Metropolitan Ministries where staff was joined by Tampa Mayor Jane Castor who cut the ribbon on the mixeduse space, originally built in 1926. Social media posts say Grand Cathedral will include a piano bar, lounge, conference area, and a 6,000-square-foot outside event space—koi pond included. Upstairs is

a membership-only VIP area with 24-hour access, while downstairs will be open to the public. In a chat with Creative Loafing Tampa Bay, owner Angela Yue explained that there are two levels of membership, the higher tier is allowed to bring guests to the VIP area. Humidors and locker access are also available for members. A retail shop on the first floor sells a variety of cigars including their own brand (not rolled in house, however).

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In addition to retail, Grand Cathedral has a full bar already opened to the public, which is “pretty basic right now,” Yue explained. But that won’t be the case for long. “We are piecing together a wonderful bar staff who will create cigar and alcohol pairings in a whole new manner,” membership director Steve Shlemon said in an email with CL. On weekends Grand Cathedral offers free barbecue to its customers, food Yue and her unnamed partner make in house—a tradition they started in their other store, Lord Puffer Tobacconist in Escondido, California. Yue and her partner take turns traveling back and forth to keep up with both stores. Yue seems to be a pretty big deal in the cigar world and was actively involved in the buildout, including keeping the original floor

tiles. The building is leased from Lance Barton of Highland Capital Brokerage. According to Loopnet a yearly lease for the building is $125,000. Yue said she wanted to open her business in Tampa because of the opportunity to lease the church and because Tampa is the “Cigar Capital of the World.” Grand Cathedral’s hours are 10 a.m.-10 p.m. seven days a week. According to two Tampa Bay Times articles, the 8,106-square feet building was renovated in 2004 by Nick Cutro for the nonprofit Renaissance Center for the Arts. The Tampa Heights community-center lasted less than a year before being sold to an undisclosed brokerage company who has owned it since. Cutro and his renovation won a Best of the Bay award for his efforts.

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New garden to bring healthier food to West Tampa. By Alexandria Jones

ommunity gardens are growing in popularity in low-income or impoverished areas where fruits and veggies aren’t readily available, or as a way to revitalize a neighborhood. There are several community gardens in Hillsborough County alone, including Sulphur Springs Community Garden, Temple Terrace Community Garden, and Lakewood Ranch Adventure Park Community Garden. They give residents a sense of pride and hope for the future. Emma Lawler, Tampa Organizer Manager at The CLEO Institute—a Miami-based nonprofit which brought that melting panther to ZooTampa— has been volunteering with local organization Urban Progress Alliance (UPA) to bring a community garden to West Tampa. She met UPA COO Andre Hill Jr. this year in a Zoom meeting and quickly told him her interest in helping in any way she can, like sharing her gardening expertise or donating her personal garden tools and equipment (Lawler also runs a landscaping business called Eco Yardscaping). “They wanted to start the garden not only to feed West Tampa, but also to educate people on the local food movement,” Lawler said. In an op-ed she wrote to Creative Loafing Tampa Bay, Lawler said the mission for the garden, aptly named the “Tampa Heritage Initiative Unity Garden”, is to provide serenity and healthier options for neighborhood residents. “The Urban Progress Alliance made a commitment to providing a solution to food scarcity. The mission is to provide nutritious food, a space of soul and solace to the surrounding community and visitors."

Work began on the garden in 2018 when a resident named Ms. Limehouse partnered with UPA to help pay for several fines and other issues with her house. After her home was demolished, she allowed the organization to repurpose the land at 2307 W Beach St. They faced challenges from the city and county about finding land to place a garden, so the organization had to get creative. Permitting started a couple years ago when they went through the process of having a special single use zoning application applied to the site. “She gave them permission and said they can do whatever they want to the land. Now, it’s just a fresh canvas and ready to be gardened,” said Lawler. The 4,000-square foot garden will come equipped with rainwater barrels, aeroponics systems, solar panels, a greenhouse and compost bins. Hill says 3,0004,500 pounds of produce can grow on the entire property. Seasonal crops will add variety to the garden. An added bonus to the garden are the educational tools available to all residents including internships for high school students and free “how-to” classes. “People can come and learn how to be selfsufficient. We don’t need the giant corporations telling us what to put in our bodies,” Lawler said. A GoFundMe seeks $35,000 for operation and maintenance. The goal is to be open by spring 2021. “The garden is a beacon of hope and healing. We’ve been through a lot this year and it’ll just provide a space of garden therapy,” she said. Volunteers and artists should email Hill at andrejr@urbanprogressalliance.org.

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Get twisted

A warm batch of Tampa Bay food scene openings and events.

here are no big closings to report this week, but the Tampa Bay food scene isn’t short on new openings, plans for still-forthcoming restaurants and in-person events (yikes). Look below to get the goods on a new concept from Seminole Heights’ C House, another rooftop bar in Ybor City, the Twisted Indian naanwich coming to a St. Pete brick-and-mortar new you and more. Openings Augustine’s Cheesecakes After several years operating from the back of Pro Kitchen Hub Tampa, Alysia and David Augustine have opened a storefront where customers can order Augstine’s cheesecake flavors—including almond crunch, chocolate, and the classic New York-style with strawberries— without heading to a pop-up market. FYI, cheesecakes will continue to be sold at the nearby Bakery Box Pop-Up, located at 5226 S Dale Mabry Hwy., every Thursday from noon-6 p.m. 5224-A S Dale Mabry Hwy., Tampa. augustinescheesecakes.com Grand Cathedral Cigars One of Tampa Heights’ historic churches got a new life when Angela Yue reopened it as a cigar bar and lounge complete with conference area, and a 6,000-square-foot outside event space—koi pond included. Read more on p. 39. 2201 N. Florida Ave., Tampa. grandcathedralcigars.com Happy Crab Belmont Heights has a new strip-mall, cajun-style seafood boil spot perfect for takeout (or dining in if you want to be at one of the three tables). The menu has “make your own seafood combos” with choices including shrimp, snow crab, king crab, crawfish, clams, mussels and sausage. The combinations include corn and potatoes. 2115 E Hillsborough Ave. No. 3, Tampa. @happycrab2 on Facebook Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams The Popular ice cream brand further expanded its footprint in Florida with its second Tampa location at mixed-use development The Pearl across the street from Armature Works. Unique ice cream flavors like the signatures Brambleberry Crisp and Gooey Butter Cake plus fun, bolder flavors like Everything Bagel can be found on the menu. 305 W Palm Ave., Tampa. jenis.com Palazzo Pizza South Tampa got another carb-lover option when Palazzo Pizza opened on Platt Street last week within a building that’s been abandoned for the better part of a decade. A press release says the restaurant takes “inspiration from Boston and Italy” which include Boston’s North End-style meatballs, a

Tampa Italian salad, and a Cinnamon Toast Crunch dessert. Customers can choose from dine-in, takeout or delivery options. Slices are only available as “Late Night Hyde Park Cafe Specials” after 10 p.m. Thurs.-Sat. in honor of Palazzo’s nightclub neighbor. 1818 W Platt St., Tampa. eatpalazzopizza.com Santo’s Drinkeria at Casa Santo Stefano The Ybor City indoor-outdoor rooftop bar has a coffee menu (including the boozy Caffè Corretto with a Taste of Sambuca), six specialty cocktails, and extensive wine and beer list plus small plates and dessert. 1607 N 22nd St., Ybor City. casasantostefano.com—Jenna Rimensnyder Taste of the Fair The Florida State Fair is postponed until April, but there’s a Tampa drive-thru that serves fair food seven days a week. Owner Matthew Lauther told Creative Loafing Tampa Bay he originally planned to close Busch Boulevard location Feb. 2 but recently admitted that he’s not sure of his plans yet. 2702 E. Busch Blvd., Tampa @tasteofthefairtogo on Facebook

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Coming soon The Battery Owners of Seminole Heights’ C House are opening a new concept at downtown Tampa’s Sparkman Wharf. It’s one of three new standalone restaurants coming to the culinary playground (South Tampa’s jaw-dropping Noble Rice and Florida chain Burger-Fi are also on the way). A press release says that The Battery will be a 4,000-square-foot “a refined-yet-comfortable restaurant, bar, lounge and boutique event space” that’ll focus on fancy bourbon, wine and classic bites. sparkmanwharf.com The Nosh Pit Owners of St. Petersburg’s The Wheelhouse are opening The Nosh Pit, a New York-style Jewish deli in West St. Petersburg at the parcel once home to Corned Beef Corner. The menu includes classics like knishes, lox, all-beef hot dogs, egg creams, black and white cookies, latkes and matzo ball soup. If you’re feeling extra hungry and competitive, the deli offers the Meshugganah Dagwood sandwich challenge which boasts “huge stack of deli meats, schmears, Jewish garnishes piled higher than the Skyway.” that'll cost $49 if you fail at eating everything, and a free t-shirt whether you finish it or not. 4040 Park St. N, St. Petersburg. @thenoshpitstpete on Facebook Wicked Pour The Odessa-based taproom— located at 12351 SR-54—just signed a lease to open a 26 wine and beer tap, self-serve downtown Tampa location at the new Hyatt House/Hyatt Place located at 405. E Kennedy

YOU DON’T KNOW NANN: St. Pete’s Twisted Indian food truck is bringing the ‘naanwich’ to a brick-and-mortar. near Sparkman Wharf. Tampa Bay Business Journal says the 1,000-square-foot taproom will include a large patio and serve charcuterie. An opening date has not been announced. thewickedpour.com Twisted Indian St. Pete Rising says the popular food truck is shooting for a spring opening on its brick and mortar location in St. Petersburg’s Grand Central neighborhood. The menu will include some of the Indian food truck’s popular dishes like tikka masala naanwiches in addition to new items. 2641 Central Ave., St. Petersburg thetwistedindian.com ICYMI Forthcoming Tampa coffee shop Rise Koffee + Kulture launches Kickstarter page The shop hopes to debut in Ybor City of West Tampa by May 2021, but for now is looking for additional backers to help Rise’s vision of opening a shop that embodies Black culture, community, and coffee. The campaign ends on Feb. 8, so get on it. risekoffeekulture.com—Jenna Rimensnyder Seltzerland, a socially-distant hard seltzer fest on a golf course, returns to Tampa this spring Westchase Golf Course plays host on Saturday, March 27. Each “drinking crew” signs up for a time slot, and proceeds to walk the

fairways for a golf-less 2.5 hours of hard seltzer tasting, food, photo opps, live music and games. Groups can be up to 20 people, and “tee times” are every 10 minutes. This is essentially what people do when they say they’re “golfing,” but in a festival setting. 11602 Westchase Golf Dr., Tampa. seltzerland.com—Colin Wolf Super Bowl headliner The Weeknd kicked off Black History Month with a bang The starboy donated 150 meals from Blackowned restaurant Mama’s Southern Soul Food to frontline healthcare workers at AdventHealth Carrollwood. The meals—baked chicken and yam—were delivered in partnership with Postmates, which is showcasing Black-owned restaurants via its “Weeknd Picks” feature. postmates.com Edge Urban Market Place In downtown St. Pete’s Edge District (stylized “EDGE”), the collective will be home to a hotel, food hall and co-working space spread across a 1.5-acre location. For now, however, it will operate as a temporary pop-up market with retail and restaurant space including two 40-foot containers with curated food and drinks by local chefs and courtyard seating. Phase 1 launches Friday, Feb. 5 at 3 p.m. with several Super Bowl-themed activities. 1246 Central Ave., St. Petersburg edgecollectivemarketplace.com

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In the wake of concerns about the novel coronavirus, it’s best to call or visit the websites of these breweries to check on their offerings. 3 DAUGHTERS BREWING One of the Warehouse Arts District’s most popular hangouts, and a beautiful facility in which to drink some great brews. 222 22nd St. S., St. Petersburg. 727-495-6002, 3dbrewing.com

3 KEYS BREWING South-of-the-Skyway restaurant and brewery specializing in small batches. 2505 Manatee Ave. E., Bradenton. 951-218-0396, 3keysbrewing.com 7VENTH SUN BREWING Some of the best sours, IPAs and collabs going. Two locations. 1012 Broadway, Dunedin. 727-733-3013/6809 N. Nebraska Ave., Tampa. 813-231-5900, 7venthsun.com 81BAY BREWING CO. South Tampa’s first craft brewery boasts a wide variety of styles. 4465 W. Gandy Blvd., Tampa. 813-837-BREW, 81baybrewco.com ANGRY CHAIR Crazy-good Tampa beer, open Tuesday-Sunday. 6401 N. Florida Ave., Seminole Heights. 813-238-1122, angrychairbrewing.com ANTIBREWERY Dunedin’s secret Sundays-only nano. 1367 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave., Dunedin

brewery. There’s also a taproom at Amalie Arena. 3924 W. Spruce St., Tampa. 813-348-6363, cigarcitybrewing.com CLEARWATER BREWING CO. Community-oriented and socially and environmentally conscious. 1700 N. Fort Harrison Ave., Clearwater. clearwaterbrewingcompany.com COPPERTAIL BREWING CO. Some of Tampa’s best beer, in one of its best tasting rooms. 2601 E. 2nd Ave., Tampa. 813-247-1500, coppertailbrewing.com COTEE RIVER BREWING Craft beer in the heart of historic downtown New Port Richey. 5760 Main St., New Port Richey. 727-807-6806, coteeriverbrewing.com CRAFT LIFE BREWING Small-batch local brews and a sort of playground or LoL’s craft brewing guild. 4624 Land O’ Lakes Blvd., Land O’ Lakes. 813-575-8440. facebook.com/CraftLifeBrewing CROOKED THUMB BREWERY Safety Harbor’s first brewery boasts homegrown flavor and local guest taps. 555 10th Ave. S., Safety Harbor. 727-724-5953, crookedthumbbrew.com

HOB BREWING CO. Rotating taps; some of the beers are brewed on-site and alongside a combination of local breweries plus local and international craft beer makers. 931 Huntley Ave., Dunedin. hob.beer IF I BREWED THE WORLD This self-described “mixtape of breweries” offers a bit of everything from the classic to the fun and outrageous. 2200 1st Ave. S., St. Petersburg. 727-201-4484, ifibrewedtheworld. com IN THE LOOP BREWING Family-friendly Land O’ Lakes brewery with a lot of community support and plenty of events. 3338 Land O’ Lakes Blvd., Land O’ Lakes. 813-997-9189, intheloopbrewingcompany.com INFUSION BREWING CO. Another great location in the good-beer-packed Trinity/New Port Richey area. 7813 Mitchell Blvd. Ste 103, Trinity. 727-312-4512. INOCULUM ALE WORKS These folks are crazy for sours, and know how to craft ‘em. 554 1st Ave. N., St. Petersburg. inoculumaleworks.com JDUB’S BREWING COMPANY You know ‘em, you love ‘em. A favorite statewide phenomenon. 1215 Mango Ave., Sarasota. 941-955-2739, jdubsbrewing.com

brewing its own in early 2018. 2244 Central Ave., St. Petersburg. 727-360-0766, stpetearcadebar.com ROCK BROTHERS BREWING Brews named for national and local bands have a home in Ybor City. 1901 N. 15th St., Ybor City. 813-241-0110, rockbrothersbrewing.com SARASOTA BREWING COMPANY House-crafted brews, pizza, and sports out toward beautiful Siesta Key. 6607 Gateway Ave., Sarasota. 941-925-2337, sarasotabrewing.com SILVERKING BREWING CO. This space in Tarpon Springs complements a label that’s been around since 2012. 325 East Lemon St., Tarpon Springs. 727-4227598, silverkingbrewing.com SIX TEN BREWING A wide variety and a real passion for the craft-brew community. 7052 Benjamin Rd., Tampa. 813-886-0610, sixtenbrewing.com SOGGY BOTTOM BREWING More Dunedin goodness, including some truly original flavors and inventive brews. 660 Main St., Dunedin. 727-601-1698, soggybottombrewing.com

AVID BREWING This Grand Central brewing supply shop added a taproom for its beers crafted in-house. 1745 1st Ave. S., St. Petersburg. 727-388-6756, avidbrew.com

CUENI BREWING CO. Located off the Pinellas Trail in Dunedin. 945 Huntley Ave., Dunedin. 727-266-4102, cuenibrewing.com

LAGERHAUS BREWERY & GRILL A Palm Harbor bar and eatery that offers seasonal brews to complement their regulars. 3438 East Lake Business, Palm Harbor. 727-216-9682, lagerhausbrewery.com

SOUTHERN BREWING & WINEMAKING Multiple brews only available in its tasting room, as well as products and guidance for local homebrewers. 4500 N. Nebraska Ave., Tampa. 813-238-7800, southernbrewingwinemaking.com

CYCLE BREWING One of St. Pete’s favorites. 534 Central Ave., St. Petersburg. 727-320-7954. cyclebrewing.com

LATE START BREWING This beloved Tampa label does its thing inside the Pour House. 1208 E. Kennedy Blvd. #112, Tampa. 813-402-2923, latestartbrewing.com

ST. PETE BREWING COMPANY Beers crafted specifically for the climate. 544 1st Ave. N., St. Petersburg. 727-692-8809, stpetebrewingcompany.com

BARRIEHAUS BEER CO. Lager-specific brewery, carrying on an over 150 year brewing legacy. 1403 E 5th Ave., Ybor City. barriehaus.com

DARWIN BREWING CO. Unique beers crafted with South American influence. 803 17th Ave. W., Bradenton. 941-747-1970, darwinbrewingco.com

BAY CANNON BEER CO. West Tampa's first craft brewery, offering a variety of ever evolving beers, beer slushies and wine that pair perfectly with appetizers and entrées from the kitchen. 813-442-5615, baycannon.com

DE BINE BREWING CO. This addition bolsters the Northern Pinellas craft beer scene. 933 Florida Ave., Palm Harbor. 727-233-7964.

LEAVEN BREWING Riverview’s first brewery is run by folks who’ve got experience brewing big and small. 11238 Boyette Rd., Riverview. 813-677-7023, leavenbrewing.com

STILT HOUSE BREWERY This friendly Palm Harbor joint specializes in high-ABV ales and other styles you won’t find at other breweries in the area. 625 US Hwy Alt. 19, Palm Harbor. 727-270-7373, stilthousebrewery.com

MAD BEACH CRAFT BREWING Brews, ciders, and meads by the beach. 12945 Village Boulevard, Madeira Beach. 727-362-0008, madbeachbrewing.com

SWAN BREWING Nearly 4 decades of combined brewing experience go into the offerings at this petfriendly joint. 115 W. Pine St., Lakeland. 863-703-0472, swanbrewing.com

MARKER 48 Hernando’s first production craft brewery, with its own tasting room and beer garden 12147 Cortez Blvd, Weeki Wachee. 352-606-2509, marker48.com

TBBC Formerly Tampa Bay Brewing Co., local favorite for nearly two decades. 1600 E. 8th Ave., Ybor City/13933 Monroe’s Business Park, Westchase. 813247-1422, tbbc.beer

ARKANE ALEWORKS A wide variety of styles and flavors from the second brewery to open in Largo. 2480 E. Bay Dr., #23, Largo. 727-270-7117, arkanebeer.com

BIG STORM BREWING CO. Stop by this Pasco brewery’s Storm Room for a flight, or visit their taproom on 49th Street in Clearwater, too. 2330 Success Dr., Odessa. 727-807-7998, bigstormbrewery.com BIG TOP BREWING Perhaps Sarasota’s premier purveyor of locally crafted beer, Big Top’s reputation has spread far beyond the region. 6111 Porter Way, Sarasota. 941-371-2939, bigtopbrewing.com BOOTLEGGERS BREWING CO. This Brandon taproom from Bootleggers Beer & Wine Home Brewing Supplies offers house-made suds and guest beers. 652 Oakfield Dr., Brandon. 813-643-9463, bootleggersbrewco.com BRASSERIE ST. SOMEWHERE Award-winning Belgian farmhouse ales from veteran Bay area brewer Bob Sylvester. 1441 Savannah Ave., Tarpon Springs. 813-503-6181, saintsomewherebrewing.com BREW BUS BREWING BB brews its own suds, boasts 20 taps and offers food at its Eatery, too. 4101 N. Florida Ave., Tampa. 813-990-7310, brewbususa.com BREW HUB Some of the area’s best beers are produced here along with suds for their own label. 3900 Frontage Rd. S., Lakeland. 863-698-7600, brewhub.com

DISSENT BREWING CO. Unique flavors and adventurous style outside downtown St. Pete. 5518 Haines Rd. N., St. Petersburg. 727-342-0255.

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DUNEDIN BREWERY Florida’s oldest. Beer, eats and live music. 937 Douglas Ave., Dunedin. 727-736-0606, dunedinbrewery.com DUNEDIN HOUSE OF BEER This beer stop brews its own, and also has 40 guest taps. 927 Broadway, Dunedin. 727 216-6318, dunedinhob.com

ESCAPE BREWING CO. Another very worthy Odessa/Trinity destination. 9945 Trinity Blvd., Suite 108, Trinity. 727-807-6092, escapebrewingcompany.com FIVE BRANCHES Veteran-owned brewery, small batches from IPAs to stouts. Serving up brews and a clear view of the Tarpon Bayou. 531 Athens St., Tarpon Springs. fivebranchesbrewing.com FLYING BOAT BREWING COMPANY St. Pete aviation history and tasty homegrown suds. 1776 11th Ave. N., St. Petersburg. 727-800-2999, flyingboatbrewing.com

BREW LIFE BREWING Ultra-small batches, and a lot of ‘em. 5765 S. Beneva Rd., Sarasota. 941-952-3831, brewlifebrewing.com

FOUR STACKS BREWING An always-changing lineup of local and regional guest suds, along with trivia, live music and more. 5469 N. US HWY 41, Apollo Beach. 813-641-2036, fourstacksbrewing.com

BULLFROG CREEK BREWING CO. A multitude of styles from former garage brewers is on tap in Valrico. 3632 Lithia Pinecrest Rd., Valrico. 813-703-8835, bullfrogcreekbrewing.com

GREEN BENCH BREWING COMPANY A space worthy of the adventurous beers it produces. 1133 Baum Ave. N., St. Petersburg. 727-800-9836, greenbenchbrewing.com

CAGE BREWING Custom brews in the Grand Central District from one of the ‘Burg’s newest. 2001 1st Ave. S., St. Petersburg. 727-201-4278

GOOD LIQUID BREWING CO. Thirty taps and food (and a coffee roaster!) from a husband-and-wife duo. 4824 14th St. W., Bradenton. 941-896-6381, thegoodliquidbrewing.co

CALEDONIA BREWING Great in-house beers in the historic Dunedin Times building. 587 Main St., Dunedin. 727-351-5105, caledoniabrewing.com CALUSA BREWING Family owned and operated, opened Tuesday to Sunday. 5701 Derek Ave., Sarasota. 941-922-8150, calusabrewing.com CARROLLWOOD BREWING CO. “Secret” brewing action inside the Carrollwood location of craft-bar chain The Brass Tap. 10047 N. Dale Mabry HWY, STE 23, Tampa. 813-969-2337 CIGAR CITY BREWING Tampa’s most famous craft

GRINDHAUS BREW LAB Small batches and no extracts. 1650 N. Hercules Ave., Clearwater. 727-2400804, grindhausbrewlab.com GULFPORT BREWERY + EATERY Small batches with an artisanal food menu. 3007 Beach Blvd., Tampa. facebook.com/GulfportBrewery HIDDEN SPRINGS ALE WORKS This Tampa Heights brewery features a rotating tap selection. 1631 N. Franklin St., Tampa, 813-226-2739, hiddenspringsaleworks.com

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MASTRY’S BREWING CO. From CD Roma’s restaurant to sweet new digs on St. Pete Beach. 7701 Blind Pass Rd., St. Pete Beach. 727-202-8045 mastrysbrewingco.com MOTORWORKS BREWING A taproom and beer garden featuring full liquor and wine as well as 30 taps. 1014 9th Street West, Bradenton. 941-567-6218, motorworksbrewing.com MR. DUNDERBAK’S The longtime restaurant, biergarten and homebrewers’ hangout is serving up its own beers. 14929 Bruce B. Downs Blvd., Tampa. 813-9774104, dunderbaks.com NAUGHTY MONK BREWERY Naughty Monk brings a love of Belgian styles to Manatee County. 2507 Lakewood Ranch Blvd., Bradenton. 941-708-2966, naughtymonkbrewery.com OVERFLOW BREWING St. Pete’s newest, courtesy of local Rapp head brewer Troy Bledsoe and company. 770 1st Ave. N., St. Petersburg. 727-914-0665, facebook.com/overflowbrewingco PEPPER BREWING The Angry Pepper Taphouse’s in-house label, available “on a limited basis.” 9366 Oakhurst Rd., Seminole. 727-596-5766, angrypeppertaphouse.com PESKY PELICAN BREW PUB This beachy restaurant also offers up its own beers thanks to an in-house nano system. 923 72nd. St. N., St. Petersburg. 727-3029600, peskypelicanbrewpub.com PINELLAS ALE WORKS PAW offers a dog-friendly environment in addition to tasty brews. 1962 1st Ave. S., St. Petersburg. 727-235-0970, pawbeer.com RAPP BREWING COMPANY Greg Rapp’s awardwinning styles are carefully crafted and delicious. 10930 Endeavor Way, Seminole. 727-544-1752, rappbrewing.com RIGHT AROUND THE CORNER This video gamecentric Grand Central District craft beer bar started

TAMPA BEER WORKS At the former site of ESB Brewing, TBW focuses on American craft styles. 333 N. Falkenburg Rd., Suite D407 Tampa. 813-685-1909, tampabeerworks.com TIDAL BREWING COMPANY Small batches in Spring Hill. 14311 Spring Hill Dr., Spring Hill. 352-701-1602,tidalbrewingfl.com TWO FROGS BREWING COMPANY Tarpon Springs’ latest brewery and taproom focuses on American ale styles. 151 E. Tarpon Ave., Tarpon Springs. 727-940-6077, facebook.com/ twofrogsbrewing KEEL FARMS AGRARIAN ALE + CIDER Tasty brews from the folks behind Keel & Curley winery. 5210 W. Thonotosassa Rd., Plant City. 813-752-9100, keelandcurleywinery.com TWO LIONS WINERY & PALM HARBOR BREWERY Wine and beer brewed in-house. 1022 Georgia Ave., Palm Harbor. 727-786-8039, twolionswinery.com ULELE SPRING BREWERY Beer crafted in accordance with traditional Bavarian purity laws. 1810 N. Highland Ave., Tampa. 813-999-4952, ulele.com THE WILD ROVER BREWERY What started as an English pub in Odessa is now a higher-production facility in Westchase. 13921 Lynmar Blvd., Tampa. 813-4755995, thewildroverbrewery.com WOODWRIGHT BREWING COMPANY Traditional German styles in downtown Dunedin. 985 Douglas Ave., Dunedin. 727-238-8717, facebook.com/ woodwrightbrewing ZEPHYRHILLS BREWING COMPANY East Paco’s first microbrewery. 38530 5th Ave., Zephyrhills. 813715-2683, zbcbeer.com ZYDECO BREW WERKS Craft brews in Ybor thanks to an award-winning brewmaster, as well as full bars and NOLA-influenced cuisine. 1902 E. 7th Ave., Ybor City. 813-252-4541, facebook.com/Zydecobrewwerks

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MERRILY DOWN THE STREAM: The Bucs proving the naysayers wrong at Lambeau was only the second best moment of this season.

Unfinished business

The top 10 moments of the Bucs’ historic season… so far. By Carter Brantley

n Sunday, the Buccaneers take the field at their home stadium for a historic Super Bowl under circumstances sports fans—including starry-eyed Bay area lifers who’ve seen all three of their major sports teams make it to the championships of their respective leagues in the same season—may never witness again. There’ve been some notable highlights stretching all the way back to the preseason—like when the Bucs signed running back Leonard Fournette in September (the ex-Jag has two touchdowns and 211 yards in the playoffs already, and Tampa Bay could not have made it to big game without him)—to the NFC championship when Sean MurphyBunting picked off Aaron Rodgers to tie the franchise record for most interceptions in a postseason.

And nevermind that he kinda sorta held onto Packers receiver Allen Lazard’s jersey, either because the refs didn’t care, and the pick led to the Scotty Miller hauling in a lastsecond TD at the end of the first half of the NFC Championship game. The Bucs could have punted two plays prior. They could have played it safe and gone with an out route to try to get out of bounds and set up the field goal. But nope. Tom Brady and Bruce Arians said, “You know what? We’re going to go for it all. Risk it for the biscuit.” And they absolutely got the biscuit, with Miller hauling in a perfect deep ball from Brady to take a 21-10 lead going into halftime against Aaron Rodgers and the Green Bay Packers who everyone—including me—had winning the game. So in honor of the team that could

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make even more history on Sunday, here are the top 10 moments of what could be the most memorable season of Buccaneer football ever. 10. Bucs sign Ryan Succop What, you thought I was going to go an entire column without mentioning my favorite player? Ryan Succop may be an underappreciated member of the NFC Champion Bucs, but he is certainly valued very highly in my mind. He’s been an answer to one of the most unanswerable problems the Bucs have had for the past decade. He’s ended the curse of Matt Bryant, which started after the Bucs cut the very productive and very solid veteran kicker in 2009. Ever since then, the Bucs have had a revolving door of kickers, including that disastrous decision to trade up and use a second-round pick on FSU standout Roberto Aguayo. But now? Succop has had one of the most productive seasons of any Bucs kicker, finishing third all-time in field goal

percentage and field goals made in a single season. We all know how important having a good kicker is. The football gods seem to know when a team has a weak kicker, and games just seem to always fall upon their shoulders (or feet) when they’re struggling the most. The Bucs don’t have that problem anymore. 9. Tom Brady throws 40th touchdown in a Buccaneer uniform This may not sound like a huge deal, because he’s Tom Brady, but Brady had only thrown for 40-plus TDs once before—in that 2007 season when he was throwing to Randy Moss and racked up 50 TDs and an MVP award. Not only that, but Brady also accomplished this year’s feat in his 21st season as a pro, and at age 43. For a frame of reference, I myself am 21 years of age. Brady’s last touchdown pass of the regular season came against the Atlanta Falcons during continued on page 47

“Making the playoffs signified the end of a seemingly endless string of awful seasons.”

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Why is this on the list?” You’re right. It was an awful game. But that’s what makes it so important. In every superhero movie or comic book there’s a tragic backstory for every character. Whether you see the Bucs as a villain or a hero, this game was the “tragic” backstory. Tampa Bay losing to New Orleans was a wakeup call. Just because Tom Brady is here doesn’t mean everything is going to work out. Some shit

a game in which he threw four TDs, and it was thrown to Antonio Brown; that toss extended TB12’s record for most passing TDs in a single season in Bucs history, which was previously owned by Jameis Winston, who had 33 TDs in his now infamous 30-for-30 year. Thank goodness Brady owns the record now. 8. Bucs clinch a playoff spot The Bucs making the playoffs may sound like a huge accomplishment, and for the Bucs it was, but when you have Tom Brady under center, the expectations are a little higher. So, making the playoffs was expected. No big deal. Except, for Bucs fans, it kind of was. The last time the Bucs made the playoffs? Jon Gruden was the head coach. LeBron James was in Cleveland (the first time). George W. Bush was president. And, last but not least, the team Tampa Bay lost to in the playoffs was the New York Giants, who ended up beating, guess who? Tom Brady and the New England Patriots. So, yeah. A lot has changed, and the Bucs making the playoffs signified the end of a seemingly endless string of awful seasons with horrible teams.

6. Bucs trade for Gronk Rob Gronkowski has not had the heavy impact catching the football that many thought he would, but his services as a blocker are invaluable. Plus, Tom Brady having his old buddy around has only helped things. I have to think that having the big rhino-lookin’ tight end on the field with him isn’t necessarily about drawing up plays for the big tight end, but it’s more about Brady feeling comfortable. Gronk has been in the huddle with Tom, he’s been lining up with him, and when something goes wrong, Gronk’s translated Brady’s occasional signature hissy fits for other members of the offense. Without Gronk, the Bucs’ locker room might be a little too serious for the team to win. 5. Bucs lose to Saints 38-3 I know what you’re thinking” “This was an awful game, probably the worst of the season.

“I get the feeling Tom Brady will be up for the task. I think he’s been here before.”

JUST IN TOM: Signing Tom Brady set off a string of positive events for Tampa Bay. needed to change, and it needed to change fast. The Bucs were not going to be very successful in the playoffs if they continued whatever they were up to leading up that game. So that night was their backstory. Without this excruciating loss, the Saints don’t start talking a bunch of trash on Twitter. Without this loss, the Bucs probably don’t get as hyped-up about the divisional game. So while this game was certainly a waste of all of our time, it was a necessary evil, and thus it makes the list. 4. Bucs defeat Washington in wild card game Now, this game was kind of a dud and pretty

difficult to win in the playoffs with Rivers under center. But, nonetheless, the Bucs got Brady. And that signing just set off a whole string of events. If the Bucs don’t sign Brady, they sign someone else or use their first-round pick on a QB, which then doesn’t give them Tristan Wirfs—selected by Tampa Bay in the first round with the 13th pick in the 2020 NFL Draft—who has been one of the best tackles in the NFL in his rookie season. If the Bucs don’t sign Brady, they don’t get Gronk or Antonio Brown, and they probably don’t get Leonard Fournette either. If the Bucs don’t sign Brady, none of this winning happens. So thank goodness they signed Brady. 2. Bucs win NFC Championship It seems crazy to put the Bucs punching a ticket to the biggest game in sports at no. 2 on this list, but I’ll explain that in the next segment. Let’s focus on this one. The Bucs had faced the Packers earlier in the year, absolutely demolishing Aaron Rodgers and the Packers 38-10 and sacking Rodgers, like, 50 times (it was actually five). But this was different. The boys from the beach were going to frozen Lambeau Field where they had to play one of the hottest teams in the league, and the Packers were pretty much 100% healthy. Green Bay wideout Davante Adams wasn’t coming off an injury, he was going to be free to roam around and pick apart the Bucs’ secondary. But none of that mattered. Tom Brady may have thrown three picks in the second half, but man, Tampa Bay looked good in that first half. It was enough to carry them to the promised land. And now, we get to watch the Bucs play the Chiefs in the Super Bowl. In Tampa.

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7. Mike Evans gets to 1,000 receiving yards on the season, setting an NFL record No other receiver in NFL history has started each of the first seven years of their career with 1,000-yard receiving performances. That is, until Mike Evans did it this year in the final game of the season. No one on the Bucs is more deserving of a record like this, especially this season. Evans has played through injury, he sacrificed touches when Antonio Brown and Rob Gronkowski got added to the mix, and he did it all without complaining alld while still maintaining an incredibly high standard of play. He is one of the best receivers in the game and him setting this record was certainly one of the feel-good stories of the year, especially since he also got to play in his first playoff game the following week.

much boring. I mean, we had to watch Taylor Heinicke play quarterback in a playoff game. Given, he gave a valiant effort, but he was an XFL backup for a reason. It was a road playoff game, however, against a very good defense, and Brady’s bunch took care of business. This could have very easily been one of those trap games that sneaks up on teams and bites them in the ass. The Bucs could have come out and played

a lazy, sleepy game and lost. But instead, they won the Bucs’ first playoff game since the Super Bowl in 2002. Pretty exciting stuff. 3. Bucs sign Tom Brady I don’t remember where I was when the news broke that Brady was going to be a Buc, but I do remember writing articles about the Bucs’ search for a new QB and how Philip Rivers was probably going to end up in Tampa. And that would have been fine. Honestly, the Bucs probably would have made the playoffs with Rivers back there, too. Would they have done anything in the playoffs? Eh… let’s just say it’s a bit more

1. Bucs defeat Saints in divisional round This felt like the moment we all knew something special was going on with the Bucs. We all had watched the Bucs get trounced by these guys twice in the regular season. We all knew New Orleans had beaten the crap out of the Chicago Bears in the previous week. We all knew how good the Saints are at home. So it wasn’t looking great. But the Bucs went out there and slayed the dragon. They took down the Saints, and they did it in spectacular fashion. This was the most exciting moment of the season. The hatred for the Saints just was on another level. Sure, beating Aaron Rodgers and the Packers was fun, and it’s certainly amazing that the Bucs get to play in the Super Bowl, but if the Bucs had simply beaten the Saints in the divisional round and extended the Saints’ misery in the playoffs for another year? I think we all would have been satisfied with that. Luckily, we don’t have to settle just yet. The Bucs take on Patrick Mahomes and the daunting Chiefs, and they’ll certainly be facing an uphill battle against a team that beat the Bucs at Raymond James earlier this year. But I get the feeling Tom Brady will be up for the task. I think he’s been here before.

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The good word

At Jobsite a Pulitzer-winning play resonates as strongly as it did in 2005. By Jon Palmer Claridge

Christmas pageant. And then, the true reason for the meeting is exposed. Finally, the young boy’s mother is called to the obsessed principal’s office. Andresia Moseley’s Mrs. Muller is a powerful advocate for her son, just hoping to lay the groundwork for a productive future that still seems murky in 1964. She’s firmly on Father Flynn’s side appreciating the special attention he showers on her sensitive boy, who has a troubled relationship with an abusive father. But Sister Aloysius is a pit bull, and develops a scheme to get to the truth. The purpose of art is not to provide answers. “Doubt” raises questions that we take with ourselves outside of the theater. It’s a conversation in our time which resonates, as well, in a different way than it did when it was written. We’re surrounded by

certainty that 2020 was a stolen election leading to an insurrection in our nation’s Capitol building despite the known facts. Human beings are uncomfortable with doubt; we crave certainty. But discomfort is the beginning of a learning moment, it’s not the time to swipe right. Surely, that is the case with Sister Aloysius’ cramped worldview. But, it’s also the case that hugely influential teachers or religious leaders often succumb to temptations. One of my early mentors left a great legacy, but also the stain of mishandling power. Is it possible that someone as charismatic and caring as Father Flynn is also equally guilty of this duplicity? Director Summer Bohnenkamp’s carefully wrought production leaves us no doubt . . . that there are no specific answers; only lingering questions.

ne happy consequence of the pandemic is makes for a bad sermon. It tends to be confusthat Jobsite Theater’s acclaimed production ing and have no clear conclusion.” of “Doubt: A Parable” is available virtually The stubborn Sister Aloysius seeks confirto anyone with computer access and $9.99 in mation of her suspicions from Emily Belvo’s their pocket. It’s a rare, affordinnocent and eager Sister able opportunity to view John James, all the while berating Patrick Shanley’s Pulitzer the young nun’s enthusiasPrize-winning play that contintic love of history. And she “Doubt: A Parable” ues to resonate just as strongly dismisses the humanizJobsite Theater (virtual) ing influence and purpose now as when it snatched the Feb. 5-11, $9.99 strazhome.uscreen.io 2005 Tony Award for Best Play. of teaching eighth graders This virtual live capture music, art, and dance. Sister experience is strong once you accept the pres- James is often the voice of reason and suggests ence of microphones that may disappear in that they simply ask Father Flynn to explain. the theatre. And if sometimes the emotions The meeting does not go well. Flynn violates that work on stage swell beyond what trans- the principal’s space, takes too much sugar in lates perfectly to video, there’s still plenty to his tea, and suggests that the “pagan” Frosty the Snowman may be a way to modernize the captivate you. The multi-camera shoot is fluid. Rebekah Eugenia Lazaridis’s set design and Brian Smallheer’s dappled lighting presents realistic fragments, which transport us to St. Nicholas Church School. It’s autumn 1964 in the Bronx. The church is adjusting to the reforms of the ongoing Vatican II Council. LBJ has finally twisted enough arms to pass the Civil Rights Act, but voting rights and fair housing are months and years away respectively. The foment of the ERA and Stonewall are still to come. And no one is yet aware of the priests as pedophiles cover up that blew up in The Boston Globe in 2002. It’s only from our contemporary perspective knowing of that context that we view the play. Katrina Stevenson’s pitch perfect costumes reinforce the nun’s spartan life. The head-swallowing black bonnet tied with a Medusa-esque bow barely allows Roxanne M. Fay’s gaunt features to peer out. But Fay authoritatively captures the constipated certainty of Sister Aloysius, the rigid principal who can’t abide the appearance of ball point pens or any pedagogical techniques that don’t use fear as a springboard. She became a nun after her husband’s death in WWII, and is firmly squeezed by the church’s old school hierarchy. She’s clearly jealous and disapproving of the young charismatic Father Flynn, embodied by David M. Jenkins (who’s also responsible for the evocative sound design). Flynn is just a bit too familiar with the students, particularly with the lone young Black altar boy on the cusp of puberty. Plus, Flynn advocates impeccably clean, well-manicured, but longish fingernails. And you know what that implies. Shanley uses Flynn as a compelling mouthpiece. His sermon on gossip is a parable. When confronted, the priest confesses that “the truth SISTER CAN ACT: Roxanne Fay authoritatively captures the constipated certainty of Sister Aloysius. PRITCHARD PHOTOGRAPHY

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“Bohnenkamp’s carefully wrought production leaves us no doubt that there are no specific answers; only lingering questions.”

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freeFall’s latest offers a glimmer of light during this dark winter. By Jon Palmer Claridge

nless you’ve been living under a rock, you charming cabaret act. There’s a warmth and know that the coronavirus pandemic has affection that transcends even a show “meant decimated the performing arts community. to be enjoyed from inside your car.” While the Theaters have been shuttered and performers outdoor stage is clearly visible, artistic direchave gone months without meaningful work. tor Eric Davis (who also crafted the splendid And now, as 2021 dawns and the struggle for a multimedia) reminds 30 cars that make up the coveted vaccine appointment drive-in audience to direct is as valuable as a free iPhone most of their attention to the 12 Pro, there’s a glimmer of three large screens where the light on Central Avenue. "Scott and Patti: Get a Real Job— live feed melds with humorTampa Bay’s favorite a live drive-in concert event" ous video. (and only) mother and son Trenell Mooring is our Through Feb. 14 freeFall Theatre nightclub act, the renowned assured video narrator 6099 Central Ave., St. Petersburg Scott and Patti, chronicles knitting together the tale of Tickets: $75-$99 per vehicle (4 people) 727-498-5205; freefalltheatre.com its attempts since the world Patti’s sad decline. From The imploded on March 17 to Match Game to rehab, she’s turn grit, intestinal fortitude, and Tupperware still strong enough to guide child star Scott to into a workable income stream until the prover- a Mickey Mouse Club high and break the fall bial call from Caesar’s Palace arrives. that follows his expulsion from *NSYNC, finally Both Scott Daniel (pictured above) and crashing in Wimauma. But, it seems, they are Matthew McGee (Patti) have long established not essential workers. How are they to survive? Tampa Bay street cred as musical theatre perThe estimable freeFall crew spins a tale formers. But there’s a special alchemy in their “combining live musical performance, audio

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storytelling, and multimedia elements” into a 70-minute, disco-fueled hallucinatory act that grabs both your heart and your funny bone and doesn’t let go. Both singers have real vocal chops, with strength across their entire range and plenty of breath control to sustain the money notes from Michael Raabe’s lively mashups and arrangements. Each shines in solo moments, but there are also plenty of delicious harmonies to savor. However, what strikes me more than their obvious gifts as entertainers is their desire to serve the audience. Many performers (or pastpresidents) telegraph a “look at me, look at me” vibe. Scott and Patti spend their time giving— spreading joy, humor, and the lunacy of stuffed crust pizza. Sharing too much would deprive you of the fun of the unexpected. The journey to put some extra dollars in their pockets leads Scott and Patti on a circuitous journey filled with over 20 songs and several funny, dubious schemes. The duo rewrites lyrics for topical comic effect and Raabe performs his musical sleight of hand mashing up splendid medleys on money and love—certainly two of the most universal topics in song. Raabe and his crackerjack band deliver the “lounge lizard” arrangements with an electricity

that explodes through your car stereo. And the eclectic song list taps into Broadway and Top40 redux for a cavalcade of greatest hits woven together to support the jokes, which bounce around popular culture like a game of billiards. From Rob Gronkowski to chicken nuggets to the always reliable Scientology. They then ricochet to YouTube narcissism, greyhound racing, TikTok and an incongruous appearance by wunderkind dictator Kim Jong-un. Lighting designer Tom Hansen’s low angle backlight gives Patti’s enormous blond bouffant an arresting angelic glow. And what mother wouldn’t love a sequin-tuxed son who is also skilled enough to create a blingy gown and an equally stunning sparkling off-the-shoulder Vegas-worthy pants ensemble? Daniel’s design skills and versatility are jaw-dropping. And McGee, as well, is not a one-trick drag pony. His impressive gift for impersonation is put to good use as he channels Broadway divas invited (by satellite) to join their BINGO gambling scheme along with the audience. The evening flies by and when a rousing chorus of “We Are Family” is the encore to send us off into the night, I’m struck with a welcome realization. No matter what your quarantine malady or malaise, Scott and Patti: Get a Real Job is a universal cure for what ails you.

“Both singers have real vocal chops…”

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TUX YEAH: What mother wouldn’t love a sequin-tuxed son?

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HIGH DIVE: Once the Super Bowl tourists leave, the JW Marriot’s pool will be calling your name.

New-to-you views

Spend the money you saved on SBLV tickets on a nice staycation. By Alexandria Jones

hen couples’ travel plans were canceled at the beginning of last year, getaway ideas quickly pivoted into safer, closer-to-home ideas like staycations. A staycation offers a break from everyday life and makes room for couples to reconnect and recharge their batteries. From different food options ranging from room service to restaurants and various amenities, Tampa Bay has a plethora of hotels and resorts to choose from. These Tampa Bay hotels offer the chance to book a change of scenery views no one can resist—see more via cltampa.com/magazine.

brunch service on Valentine’s Day; Cuban coffees and empanadas of Café Quiquiriqui, and the shareable bites and cocktails of the pool Bar. Rooms start at $143 for the king, to balcony king suite for $332. Hotel Haya is running two specials for couples to choose from: A Valentine’s Day hotel/brunch package starting at $229 and includes brunch for two, a bottle of cava, a signature Haya candle by locally-and-familyowned Seventh Avenue Apothecary and the “Let’s Stay Together” package, where guests who dine at the hotel receive a special rate for same day hotel stays until March 31. Hotel Haya follows all local and CDC guidelines regarding COVID-19. The hotel has developed several safety measures for guests including enforcing masks, electrostatic spraying, and hand sanitizer stations located around the hotel. 1412 E 7th Ave., Ybor City, 813-5681200. hotelhaya.com

STAYCATION

Hotel Haya Tampa’s newest boutique hotel is located in the heart of Ybor City. While you’re there, dine at any one of its three restaurant options: the Latin American, Mediterranean, and Gulf Coast flavors of Flor Fina, which is launching

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JW Marriott Tampa Water Street Water Street is slowly coming together as a soon-to-be popular hotspot in the city. Inside this 26-floor hotel are a slew of amenities to ensure guests feel the best about themselves: full-service Spa by JW, fitness center, pool, and meeting spaces. Guests are also allowed to enjoy the amenities at the nearby sister hotel Tampa Marriott Water Street, accessible via a catwalk linking the two hotels. Room service is cool, but dress up for a night at their restaurants Six (stylized “SIX”) and Driftlight Lounge or go casual at the JW Market. Although lower than expected, occupancy is steady due to NBA and NHL teams booking rooms and people looking for short getaways. Looking for something to do with your significant other for Valentine’s Day? Anchor and Brine’s Chef Billy put together a special a la carte menu ($8-$90) featuring a pan-seared beef filet and grilled cobia with drinks and dessert. For couples looking to get away for a spell, the hotel has the “JW Indulgence Package”, where guests receive over $100 in value adds like breakfast for two, welcome cocktails, valet parking, and a 3 p.m. checkout time the following day. Choose from several luxurious rooms starting at $293, each boasting crazy waterfront

views from Channelside and the Hillsborough River. The JW Marriott implemented a variety of COVID-19 protocols and practices for guest safety including rooms being deep cleaned and disinfected prior to guests’ arrival, mandatory masks, socially-distanced seating, staff wearing PPE at all times. 510 Water St., Tampa, 813-2214950. marriott.com Waterline Marina Resort Tired of your own four walls and ready for a change? Waterline Marina Resort in Anna Maria Island embraces the Old Florida vibes from way back when. Picture it: the white sandy beaches and crystal-clear water right outside your window. Anna Maria Island is full of awesome adventures for visitors to enjoy themselves. Waterline Marina Resort and the Anna Maria Island Turtle Watch & Shorebird Monitoring established a relationship where the resort supports efforts to maintain a suitable habitat for sea turtles, shorebirds, and the rest of the island. After a full day of exploring, choose a hearty meal at Waterline’s restaurant Chateau Anna Maria, where Food Network personalities Buddy Foy, Jr. and his wife Jennifer (of the show “Summer Rush”) took inspiration from their upstate New

York restaurant The Chateau on the Lake to turn the Chateau into a “gastronomic destination”. A resort style pool with a sun deck extends out to a 50-slip marina for all your fun water activities like guided fishing tours and sunset cruises. Guests are more than welcome to pull up in their own boats, too. Complimentary transport to Manatee Beach is an option when you really want to feel like you’re not in Florida anymore. Waterline Marina Resort is close to attractions in Bradenton and Sarasota like The Ringling Museum and St. Armands Circle. Rooms start at $479. Guests can select from a choice of view, outdoor, space, and location for the ultimate experience. 5325 Marina Dr., Holmes Beach, 941-238-6262. waterlineresort.com Innisbrook Golf and Spa Resort Nestled on about 1,000 acres in Palm Harbor, Innisbrook offers guests experiences and luxuries from golf to swimming pools to amazing spa packages. It’s no wonder it hosts the PGA Tour’s Valspar Championship every March. Several of Tampa Bay’s attractions are within an hour’s drive of the resort. The restaurant offerings range from light bites at Market Salamander Grille & Bar, Turnberry Pub, and Grill at Loch Ness to steaks and seafood at Packard’s Steakhouse. Just FYI, Innisbrook is a cashless facility. That means any kind of transaction is charged to either your Innisbrook account, guest room, or credit card. In celebration of Valentine’s Day, Packard’s Steakhouse put together a couples dining experience that is open to resort guests and the public. The four-course event includes dishes like Okinawa sweet potato soup, grilled oysters, whole Cornish game hen, and a chocolate fondant tart for dessert ($82-125). Couples are welcome to enjoy Salamander Spa for side-byside spa packages in the couples room with complimentary wine or champagne.

Book a room for two starting at $179.25 for a deluxe guest room up to the two-bedroom suite for $321.75. Fortunately, COVID-19 hasn’t hurt Innisbrook too much in terms of visitors. Golf groups and enthusiasts like the facility because of the social distancing protocols on the golf court and hotel. Staff is temperature checked daily prior to entering plus other safety measures include mandatory masks, and surfaces are frequently cleaned with hospital-grade disinfectants. 36750 U.S. Hwy 19 N, Palm Harbor, 888-794-8627. innisbrookgolfresort.com The Don CeSar “The Legendary Pink Palace of St. Pete Beach” just finished up three years’ worth of renovations that embrace its history as a beloved Gulf Coast icon. Guest rooms have a beach-inspired look that’s perfect for sitting and soaking up sun rays while enjoying the coastal views. Their suites, equipped with spacious work areas and separate living areas, are the homes away from home we need for a quick weekend adventure. Romance is alive and well with the “Legendary Romance Package,” which comes with a two-night stay, upgraded accommodations, valet parking, and two complimentary drinks. To celebrate the renovations, the Don offers a "Dream.Eat. Beach." package with rates starting at $299, inclusive accommodations, daily breakfast for two at new restaurant Society Table and a waived resort fee. Florida and Georgia residents can take advantage of a 15% discount and $50 resort credit with valid ID at check-in. The Don has several health protocols provided by local authorities, the CDC, and other agencies. Staff must wash hands hourly and immediately after sneezing, touching their face, or cleaning. Sanitizer is available all over hotel premises and masks are mandatory. 3400 Gulf Blvd., St. Pete Beach, 844-338-1501. doncesar.com

These virtual classes are free and open to the public.

Wednesday, February 24, 2021 from 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday, March 20, 2021 from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Pre-registration is required:

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STAY HAYA: Tampa’s newest boutique hotel is located in the heart of Ybor City.

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Tom G’s Kushbowl: LA the Goat w/ Roboy/Ron Dolla/Swavor/Ba4m Oso/C Bane/D Slugga/Mike Twice/more Sunday, Feb. 7, 1 p.m. Club 1828, 5110 N 40th St., Tampa instagram.com/tomg813

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Jook City shinin’

Tampa rapper Tom G’s game day plans and advice for TB12. By Ray Roa

t’s been 20 years since Tom G graduated from Howard W. Blake High School, and right now, his alma mater feels like the center of the sports universe. Across the Hillsborough River, broadcast booths are set up at Armature Works. Commentators and NFL analysts will talk incessantly about some other Tom, but beyond their shoulders will be the skyline of Jook City, broadcast by CBS into millions of homes across the country and the world. In 2004, Tom G, whose real name is Thomas Godbolt, put Jook City on the map with a hit single that was in every respectable DJs rotation. “City Boy Wit It” reached well beyond Hillsborough County and could be heard from Miami-Dade to Duval and Escambia counties and everywhere in between. The song even sparked a dance craze that would’ve garnered millions of streams on TikTok had it been released 16 years later. In 2019, Godbolt, now 39 years old and two decades removed from his days playing football at Stillman College, performed a remix of “City Boy” onstage at the BET Awards, and while he’s come a long way in life and in the hip-hop game, Tom G is just as caught up in the Super Bowl hype as the next fan. “It’s like pandemonium right now in the city,” Tom G, in his signature rasp, told Creative Loafing Tampa Bay last weekend. The unprecedented nature of Sunday’s home game has Godbolt feeling like he’s living through history. “I’m ecstatic to be able to say, when I’m an old man, ‘Hey, man, I was in the thick of things when that happened.’” You can practically see Tom G’s cheeky smile through the phone, but you’ll also hear his voice from a loudspeaker a lot this week. On Monday, DJ Ekin—who’s been Tampa Bay’s official team DJ for three years—released a new Bucs anthem, “Rollin’ in the Bay.” The rallying cry borrows a melody from the late-’80s hit “Rollin’ With Kid N’ Play,” and as the “ola ola ay” fades off, Tom G drops a verse where he shouts out Buccaneer favorites like Antoine Winfield Jr., Devin White, Jason Pierre-Paul, Carlton Davis, Shaq Barrett, Lavonte David and more. Godbolt even sends a jab out to the Tampa Bay haters out there. Ekin told CL he’s been toying with the song for a while and saw it as a chance to get his favorite Tampa artists on a track that could bring national attention.

Tom G, naturally, shares Ekin’s innate need to shine a light on locals before anyone else. On Super Bowl Sunday—just a couple days after he stages a Feb. 5 “grown folks” sneaker ball and birthday bash—Tom G will be at Jackson Heights’ Club 1828 throwing a block and watch party. The bill for Kushbowl is a hometown showcase featuring natives like LA the Goat who just signed to So So Def/Def Jam and released a video prominently featuring Tampa’s since-shuttered Tampa Park Apartments. Roboy, a recent signee to Gucci Mane’s 1017 label, is also on the lineup along with nearly a dozen artists including Mike Twice. “Buccaneers,” an October video from Twice—replete with sound bites of commentators praising the Bucs’ performance—now plays like a prophecy of the team’s postseason success. Godbolt—who has a new book, “Process and Purpose,” and movie, “Poison,” both tentatively set for release around spring break—means no disrespect to promoters bringing the Lil Babys and Migos of the rap world to town, but he has other plans. “That’s cool, but I said ‘I’m gonna do it for my people’ because we still have to live here when this is all said and done,” Godbolt—who has five kids ranging from 13 to eight years old—explained. “Us as a whole city, we deserve as a whole to be celebrated, throughout the season and this time, right now.” I have a feeling Tom G would’ve had the same motivation to highlight his neighbors back in 2003 when the Bucs played for their first and only Lombardi Trophy, but he sounds even more assured now that a never-ending grind has turned him into the a seasoned guerilla-style, big dog-mentality businessman whose goal is to keep growing and bring others in the city along with him. And that assuredness will follow Tom G into game day. In 2003, he and his friends celebrated on Seventh Avenue after the Bucs beat the Raiders to win the franchise’s only championship. Godbolt predicts a win on Sunday, and when it happens he already has a plan. “We’re at home for the Super Bowl, and we’re gonna take it all the way. This has never happened. I don’t think it will happen again,” he said. “I’m going to pop about three or four bottles of champagne."

"I’m about to be out in front of the stadium. I might end up camping out,” he laughed. And when asked about any advice he had for another Tom, who, like Godbolt, wants to leave a lasting impact on Tampa Bay, Tom G said No. 12 would be a legend even if he walked away from football after this season. “He’ll forever be a made man in Tampa just because of the simple fact that he came and made a great contribution towards turning our program around. He’s already the G.O.A.T. regardless,” Tom G explained. “Even if he walked

away from the game today, Tom Brady would forever have a home in Tampa. He’ll always be a hero here.” But there’s gotta be something else that other Tom could do to cement that status, right? “All I would say to him is, ‘Let that Tampa come out.’ He’s been out here on the beach, on the jet skis, on the four-wheelers. He’s getting that Florida life out,” Godbolt said. “He needs to let it all hang out.” In other words, just city boy wit it. And defend Jook City forever.

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CITY BOYS WIT IT: Tom G (L) and DJ Ekin in the studio.

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THU FEBRUARY 04–WED FEBRUARY 10 By Stephanie Powers C Designated Safe And Sound Venue As you’ve gathered from the rest of this issue, the fact that the Buccaneers are playing in their home stadium for Super Bowl LV is batshit insane in so many ways both good and horrific. One of the craziest facts of life that any Super Bowl host city has to deal with is the influx of big game-related concerts with headliners you’d never ever see in the same town during the same one-weekend timeframe. Tampa Bay is not immune to this anomaly, so this is CL’s attempt to huddle up all of the concerts we knew about at press time into one central place. Remember, music fans, the coronavirus is still infecting and killing people locally. Tampa has a dance floor ordinance, too, and while officials have pretty much said they’ll choose “encouragement” over enforcement when it comes to mandates, that doesn’t mean you get to be an asshole and endanger everyone else disciplined enough to stay at home. We’ve marked the gigs at venues that have joined a Tampa-based and city-recognized “Safe & Sound” initiative that pledges to strictly enforce limited capacity, mask wearing and social distancing—and tried our best to explain COVID-19 protocols at venues not able to join Tampa’s “Safe & Sound” program. Tip your bartender like the high roller you’re pretending to be this weekend, OK? There’s no way we were going to be able to fit this on two pages so see even more shows via cltampa.com/magazine. —Ray Roa

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C Coin Toss Weekend One of Ybor City’s tried and true safe venues, Crowbar, along with Healthy Phoenix Presents, is going out of the way to safely prepare for what promises to be a historic game between the Bucs and the Chiefs. “The Coin Toss and Pregame” will be a four-day get-together that will showcase local live music all weekend long. It kicks off Thursday with harp-driven jazz (Katara Trio), poets (Dennis Amadeus) and hip-hop (Alec Burnright, Pusha Preme and the Wandering Assassins) plus experimental rock (Anthill Cinema) and pop-punk (Hollyglen). (Crowbar, Ybor City)—Josh Bradley Tory Lanez w/Steve Aoki/Diplo/50 Cent/ Migos/more Coachella’s Yuma tent stage makes the cross-country trip to the Courtney Campbell Causeway this weekend when Tory Lanez kicks off a full weekend of off-the-wall bookings at WTR Pool & Grill. Lanez plays Thursday before DJ and producer Steve Aoki takes over the pool on Friday and makes way for Saturday when Migos plays a day party ahead of evening sets by Diplo and 50 Cent. Fiddy—who is also appearing at a hanger party at the St. Pete Airport Friday night and a Rocky Point SBLV watch party on Sunday— told his 26.4 millions Instagram followers in October to vote for Trump. Supposedly, he backtracked thanks to Chelsea Handler but I still haven’t gotten my usual joy pumping “In Da Club” on the way to the grocery store. WTR says prices on

Migos

cabanas and tickets will increase as supply dwindles (Migos admission tops out at $10,000 for a private, 15-person cabana). A press release from the event promoters Barstool Sports (gross!) and E11even (stylized E11EVEN) says “Social distancing procedures will be strictly enforced, face masks will be required for all staff & guests, wellness and temperature checks will be mandatory for entrance, sanitizing stations will be placed throughout the venue, and continued cleaning protocols will provide regular sanitizing.” They also trained the staff in COVID-19 safety, so hey, at least Portnoy is pretending to care. (WTR Pool & Grill at the Godfrey, Tampa)

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C Beartoe Trio New World Brewery is still operating safely at 25% capacity, and on Friday Beartoe Trio—fronted by Indigeonous Americana folk songwriter Roberto Aguilar— opens a weekend full of biergarten music. Saturdays at the venue are for the acoustic BBQ series, and this weekend’s installment belongs to surf-rock band The Wrenchers which’ll play originals, plus Dick Dale covers (in layman’s terms: anything Quentin Tarantino used on a soundtrack). Super Bowl Sunday tunes will be handled by Dean Johanesen who is the only person in Tampa Bay that can pull off an old-timey swing and jazz style without losing an ounce of authenticity (seriously, it’s like he time traveled here, guys). If you just hate going home, then stick around for the big game on a giant projector screen, too. (New World Brewery, Tampa) Blitz Big Game Weekend: Lil Pump w/ Carnage DJ Carnage was just in Tampa Bay to help WTR ring in the new year, but he’s already back—and this time he’s got MAGA rapper Lil Pump with him. In the run up to the November election, Trump pulled the Soundcloud-famous Pump (real name Gazzy Garcia) onstage at a Michigan rally and introduced him as “Lil Pimp.” Mr. Pump—who was later banned from flying on JetBlue after he reportedly refused to wear a mask— embraced the fact that Trump had no fucking clue who he was and was just using him as a pawn by releasing a new anthem, “Lil’ Pimp Big MAGA Steppin.” Whether or not Pump plays the tine at The Cuban Club this weekend remains to be seen. What we do know, however, is that the event page says mask ordinances will be strictly enforced, which is good considering the venue landed in hot water when it hosted a Moneybagg Yo concert last fall. (The Cuban Club, Tampa) Boosie Last year, Boosie—aka Lil Boosie aka Boosie Badazz—had to dispute a false report that said he beat up resident turd, and acquitted child killer George Zimmerman in a Florida Walmart parking lot.

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“Hey, service announcement from Boosie. I never seen George [Zimmerman] in my life, but on TV,” said Boosie in an Instagram post. On Friday, Boosie is on Busch Boulevard to play what is going to be a very lit concert at Prime Designer Lounge where both BRS Kash (“Throat Baby”) and Erica Banks (“Buss It”) are supposed to play Sunday. (Prime Designer Lounge, Tampa)—Ray Roa Groove and Giggles: C-Rena aw/Aric Mayo/Tarus/Theo Lane and Family Tampa comedian Tarus is hosting a weekend long “Groove and Giggles” event at Tampa’s Brass Mug. Thursday and Saturday shows are of the comedic nature, but the musical meat is Friday night’s “Jazz and Jeans” with headliners Theo Lane and Family. Tampa songstress C-Rena and Aric Mayo round out the line up. Capacity information was unavailable at time of publication, but temperatures will be checked at the door, and masks are required when not sitting. (Brass Mug, Tampa) Jeter Jones and Chubb Rock In one of the most jaw-dropping Super Bowl week bookings, Jeter Jones—aka “Da King of the Trailride Blues”—and ‘90s hip-hop legend Chubb Rock hit the big room at Seminole Heights’ American Legion Post 111 Friday and Saturday night, respectively. Jones’s career is stacked with the kind of innuendo-packed songs that can usually be heard on Chuck Core Jr. ‘s Friday night WMNF 88.5-FM show “Flashback Friday.” Chubb Rock—best known for early90s hit “Treat ‘Em Right”—is playing at the same time, same place 24 hours later. Creative Loafing Tampa Bay spoke with American Legion lounge manager Paul Lee who stated though these are privately-run events, the same COVID-19 protocols will be implemented. In fact, in preparation for the big weekend, the Post is reopening this Thursday, Feb. 4 after two weeks of deep cleaning. (American Legion Seminole Post 111, Tampa) Kodak Black Kodak Black released one of my favorite new hip-hop songs in the last couple years with 2017’s “Tunnel Vision.” He’s also fresh off a last-minute Trump presidential pardon, and while he probably won’t talk about how fucking shitty and unfair it was for him to be locked up on paper crimes, Kodak will definitely kick the weekend of music off proper at this new-ish Ybor City club where Lil Durk is set to play Saturday before Lil Baby arrives on Sunday. Expect security to be stricter about masks, too, since Qvesoir is one of a handful of the historic district’s venues to receive multiple citations for violating city mask ordinance. (Qvesoir, Ybor City) Meen Disco Lemonade Presents Meen (stylized “MEEN”) with opening support from Tech Neeks, Richard Hunt, Wildcard, Ronnie Lopez, and Cajual Bobby. Only COVID-19 precautions listed on the event is a mask requirement, so EDM at your own risk. (The Attic at Rock Brothers Brewing, Ybor City)

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Smooth Jazz 55: Marcus Anderson w/Julian Vaughn/Lin Roundtree/Trey Daniels/Mike Phillips In a break from the very-lit Super Bowl pre-party calendar, smooth jazz specialists—like Marcus Anderson who’s worked with Cee Lo—will take to the Westshore Plaza parking lot and play a show where proceeds go towards music school programs in Bay area elementary schools. (Westshore Plaza, Tampa) C Someday Honey Per usual, the Seminole Heights staple has two solid weekend shows, including a Friday gig featuring St. Petersburg blues and soul outfit Someday Honey. If you must be out of the house on game day, you can take in the Ella’s Soul Food Sunday brunch and fill your earholes with the sounds of Tampa-by-way-of-Detroit duo the Hummingbirds. The Americana-country band’s cover of Merle Haggard’s cover of Dean Martin’s “Little Ole Wine Drink Me” goes perfectly with chicken and waffles. After the music, Ella’s hosts a SBLV watch party, so you probably want to make reservations for a table. If you’d rather watch the Bucs at home, you can get a “Super-Itis” to-go package which includes a crap ton of smoke meats and family-sized sides (more on p. 25). (Ella’s Americana Folk Art Cafe, Tampa) Super Glow: Rick Ross w/2 Chainz/ DJ Kid Nemesis After getting a visit from county officials in the wake of a packed, maskless concert from Tyler Farr in November, Dallas Bull will turn the keys over to former Florida corrections officer and current rap star Rick Ross for a Friday party where he’ll be joined by “Super Glow” co-host 2 Chainz. “Whats Poppin'” rapper Jack Harlow—who’s playing a separate party at downtown Tampa’s Floridan hotel this week—is slated to make a guest appearance, but it’s unclear if any of the fellas will be performing or just standing on stage (but you’ll definitely be in the same room!). Neon attire is requested to go with the black lights and body painting available. The event is being held at 50% capacity and is one of the few Super Bowl weekend events that lists a bunch of COVID-19 protocols (the 31,000 square-foot club can pack in more than 2,100 on a busy non-pandemic night but was hosting a maximum of 50 people on the nights that it was open under tighter restrictions). Friday’s precautions include temperature checks, disposable masks available and no dance floor. Nada. (Dallas Bull, Tampa)

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C Bob Marley and J Dilla Tributes: The Sunsetters/Jahfari/DJ Wally Rios The lives of two gone-too-soon legends—Bob Marley and J Dilla—will be celebrated this weekend at Tampa Heights’ vagina-forward bar Shuffle. Saturday night is the Bob Marley birthday celebration with local reggae bands Jahfari and The Sunsetters. Shuffle chef Tom Murray’s Jamaican-inspired menu, so far, includes jerk wings, plantains and vegan curry to go with drink specials. On Sunday, Shuffle’s “Wu-Tang & Biscuits” pivots to honor the life and music of pioneering beatmaker and composer J Dilla, who would’ve been 47 years old this weekend. Bottomless tang mimosas and bloody marys are available and the brunch, and yes, there will be donuts. (Shuffle, Tampa) Big Game Weekend: Tory Lanez w/Jack Harlow/Gordo/more Spin magazine cover boy Jack Harlow is no stranger to sports fandom. He was recently seen in a Chelsea kit and has a song titled after the Miami Heat’s “Tyler Herro,” so it’s no surprise to find the Kentucky emcee in town for the Super Bowl. He headlines the Friday bill on this “Big Game Weekend” where Tory Lanez (who’s apparently playing a gazillion events this weekend) and Gordo play Friday and Sunday, respectively. Harlow’s new album, That’s What They All Say, is climbing the charts and a remix of his “What’s Poppin’” single has more than 700 million streams on Spotify alone, so expect folks to be swinging from the chandeliers (figuratively) at these gigs going down at one of downtown Tampa’s swankiest old hotels. (The Ballroom at the Hotel Floridan, Tampa)—Ray Roa Florida Legends of Hip-Hop: JT Money w/95 South/Rated R/more JT Money, 95 South and Rated R are just some of the performers you may or may not remember at this Westshore area throwdown. And though you may not remember their names, you most likely remember hits like 95 South’s “Whoot, There It Is” (not to be confused with the more popular Tag Team’s “Whoomp! There It Is”). Personally, I still jam at least twice a year to “In Here Ta Night,” the single from Tampa’s very own Rated R. Though the event page does not state COVID-19 protocols except for a mask requirement, it does say “Full Refunds will be issued if event is canceled due to Covid-19!” So, yeah, it’s probably still happening. (Sons of Italy Hall, Tampa) Jim Messina Kenny Loggins’ former pal Jim Messina, you know from Loggins and Messina, is in Clearwater for a solo gig at the Cap. Messina, who was also in the “For What It’s Worth” supergroup Buffalo Springfield, co-wrote the song “Your Mama Don’t Dance”with the bearded god that is Kenny Loggins (that tune was later covered by the hair metal band Poison). Capitol Theatre’s COVID-19 protocols are strong with mask requirements, temperature checks and limited capacity. Love to the historic venue for keeping the snow birds safe. (Bilheimer Capitol Theatre, Clearwater) Quad City DJs w/Gucci Crew/Prince Raheim This one is billed as “The only grown folks jam super bowl weekend” which might also mean “only old ass people will

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remember these bands.” No matter your age you’ve had to have heard Quad City DJs “C’Mon Ride It (The Train),” and if it doesn’t move you, you might just be dead. The Jacksonville group is joined by other oldschoolers Gucci Crew II and Prince Raheim. With “grown folks,” we would hope that the COVID-19 protocols are taken seriously. Good thing is most of the musicians are probably old enough to get the vaccine, so they’ll be safe. The New Lounge told Creative Loafing Tampa Bay the venue is doing lots of bleaching, sanitizing and will have masks on hands for those who arrive without them. (The New Lounge, Tampa)

requirement. (Higgins Hall at St. Lawrence Catholic Church, Tampa) Gucci Mane After the Super Bowl, Tampa will either be smoking a celebratory cigar or crying in its Jai Alai—either way rapper Gucci Mane will be there for you at this afterparty. If you’re a weirdo that for some reason doesn’t have a mask, they will have free ones at the door. Just back up off people in line if you are going out without one. Also, be ready for a temperature check before going in. (The Ritz, Ybor City)

Trick Daddy Miami rapper Trick Daddy is hosting a day party at the West Tampa strip club G5ive. After a major career in the early 2000s (raise your hand if you still know all the words to “I’m A Thug”) the southern-ish rapper got into a bunch of drug and cocaine trouble in 2014 and just last year was busted for cocaine and driving drunk in Miami. Hopefully, he’s staying out of trouble, but a day party at a Tampa strip club suggests otherwise? (G5ive, Tampa)

Lil Baby Lil Baby’s summertime single “The Bigger Picture” was one of the best Black Lives Matter anthems to arrive in the wake of the murder of George Floyd, and while the Atlanta rapper hits Ybor City as loads of other parties take over the historic district and nearby downtown, it’ll be nice to know that the message behind the platinum hit (Lil Baby’s 40th platinum plaque) is ringing loud as the rest of the city celebrates a league that won’t even acknowlege how Colin Kaepernick tried to do his part to fight peacefully only to lose his job. (Qvesoir, Ybor City)

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Flo Rida Florida rapper aptly named Flo Rida is the featured act during this “All the Smoke” Sunday tailgate. This party is all-inclusive including food and drinks while in the company of thee who made famous the lines “Apple bottom jeans and boots with the fur.” People best be on their best behavior, too, because the party is at Higgins Hall, a part of St. Lawrence Catholic Church. WWJD? Well, he would probably stay home during a pandemic, but if he was heading out to get “Low,” then he would at least wear a mask and socially distance. The event page states there will be temperature checks, frequent sanitation and a mask

Keb’ Mo’ The insanity of the superbowl is over—back to venues and shows where the COVID-19 protocols are clear and people are excited to sit their asses down while watching a show. And who better to sit and watch than Keb’ Mo’ with his Grammy Awardwinning Americana blues. Ruth Eckerd is no-nonsense with it’s COVID-19 protocols— masks requirements, temperature checks and 50% capacity, to name a few precautions. If you’re a Keb’ superfan, there is a meet and greet ticket option for $159 that includes a question and answer session and an autographed gift. Treat mo’ self. (Ruth Eckerd Eckerd Hall, Clearwater)

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Community radio station WMNF 88.5-FM welcomes a new program director. By Ray Roa

fter 35 years at the community radio station, Randy Wynne is stepping down as program director of WMNF Tampa 88.5FM. Wynne, who moved to Tampa from Texas to take the job in 1985, announced his retirement at an all-station meeting last year, but WMNF’s two-month search is already over. WMNF General Manager Rick Fernandes told station staff and programmers that Samantha Hval (aka Sam Sloane) would officially start at WMNF on Feb. 15. In his message to programmers, Fernandes said the decision was difficult due to the quality of the candidates. “Often, finding the right candidate doesn’t come down to a checklist or a resume, but something you can’t put in words,” Fernandes wrote. “Sam hit that spot from the moment we met her.” Hval, 26, is a St. Petersburg native and returns home after stints as an on-air host at Boston non-commercial station 88.9 WERS and Montpelier’s WNCS 104.7 The Point where she was production director and on-air host before quickly becoming its assistant program director and music director—a post she held until July 2020, according to her LinkedIn profile. In a Zoom call with Creative Loafing Tampa Bay, Hval said she is stoked and just over the moon about being home. Wynne, 69, just celebrated 50 years of being in the radio industry, but plans to continue doing a show on WMNF. “I’m going to retire to doing radio as a volunteer,” Wynne told CL. Fernandes wrote that Wynne will assist Hval—who was selected in part by a six-person search committee—during a transition period of March-June where she’ll learn her way around the building and the dynamics of the station.

“Sam has the right skill sets to value what WMNF means to the community and, at the same time, grow our listener-supported station,” Fernandes added. “Sam knows radio of course, but WMNF is its own creation,” Wynne said with a laugh before he and Hval conceded that they can’t share any new developments about how programming will change. “I’m really excited that the station’s going with somebody who’s younger than the typical WMNF-er. That’s good for the station’s image and for its sense of self—it’s like a rebirth.” Naturally, WMNF's family of programmers has already bombarded Hval with warm welcomes before she even clocks in for day one. Hval reiterated that she’s not going to make big changes right off the bat, and is looking forward to her adjustment period. “I was a programming director at community radio in my mid-20s. When WMNF started all the staff were in their mid 20s back in 1979,” Wynne added. Plus, Hval’s youth and passion for community will serve her well as radio in general competes with podcasts and streaming services. “Sometimes people have this idea that somebody in their 20s can’t have enough experience, but that’s not true at all. It’s about being smart,committed and passionate enough about the music and the medium. That’s all you need,” Wynne said. “In the pandemic, people want to be connected to their communities since we can’t physically connect. We can do that through radio,” Hval added. “WMNF is so communityfocused. People do feel connected even though we are physically far apart right now.

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