South Tampa - Vol. 2, Issue 7, July 2016 by Tampa Bay News & Lifestyles Magazine

Vol. 2, Issue 7, July 2016

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The Hyde Out is Taking Tampa by Storm By Melissa Mcenerney What if there was a restaurant that met everyone in your party’s preferences? A sanctuary where young professionals could unwind after a grueling 9-5, or a convenient location where old friends could get together and recollect cherished memories. A locality that compels even the most finicky of eaters to rejoice. At The Hyde Out, a restaurant and lounge nestled in South Tampa, your requests were heard and your cravings answered. With only one location to date, The Hyde Out attracts a variety of customers longing for an evasion adjacent to the bustle of downtown. The Hyde Out serves as a sushi joint, cocktail lounge and a sports bar all in one. It’s a fun, lively place to revel in outstanding service and even better entrees. The restaurant staff caters to guests 7 days a week, keeping the doors open until 3 am on Saturdays and Sundays. Dinner and sushi are up for grabs every evening after 4 pm. The Hyde Out is especially active between the night time hours of 10 pm and 12 am. This restaurant thrives after dark, making it a commendable establishment for night life and a great go-to spot during football season. Reservations are accepted and take out is available for the odd night when going out is just not an option. The building itself boasts artsy and modern utilitarian décor. Industrialized pipes and beams line the ceiling, squeezing a bit of character into every nook. The restaurant’s fixtures were created by local artisans and the walls are lined with custom art pieces. There is a plethora of seating options for your choosing. Indoor and outdoor seating is available. Guests can enjoy food and drinks at the bar, on the patio or simply at a table. Aside from food and drinks, customers believe that the greatest part of The Hyde Out experience is its environment and its unparalleled industrial vibe. The restaurant’s trademark slogan is “Make Drinks Not War!” Patrons can choose from a wide range of food and a seemingly never ending list of cocktails while taking in the restaurant’s industrial vibe. The “Sweet Heat” and the “Happy Ending” were most recently added to the menu. The first is a perfect-for-summer cocktail composed of Corzo Silver Tequila, Mango, Citrus, Jalapeno and Cilantro. The second combines Nolet’s Gin, St. Germaine, Angry Orchard Cider and cucumber for a refreshing twist. If these aren’t quite your style, try one of their signature PRSRT STD U.S. POSTAGE PAID TAMPA FL PERMIT 1185

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From The Publisher Matt Selby

South Tampa: Tampa’s Premier Area for Professionals! By Matt Selby It’s no secret that Tampa has become the state’s newest hot spot. In fact, Realtor.com’s latest relocation study has named Tampa as the top relocation destination in the entire country! According to the study, we have some of the most affordable home prices in America, which is starting to become debatable in my opinion. The last six months in particular have Tampa’s home prices soaring 20% in certain places. Even with that being said, residents get the best bang for their buck here. We have a strong Job market, which means it’s not just people of an elderly age moving to Tampa Bay. The South Tampa area that we call home is one of the fastest growing areas in Tampa Bay for young professionals looking to buy a home and raise a family. Tampa ranks as the highest rate of relocation for

Millennials in the entire state. South Tampa is attracting fast growing millennial owned businesses as well. Young talented men and women in the workforce bringing new ideas and skills for years to come is something to be very excited about! As I was writing this editorial, enjoying my delicious coffee at Pinky’s Diner on Bay to Bay I overheard a young couple about my age talking about how they just bought a home in a new community. I asked them what drew them to South Tampa and Mike said, “This area of Tampa is the perfect place for us to buy a nice home at a price that was in our budget and enjoy a quality of life we only dreamed about in Miami. We were house poor our first few years of marriage and it was really hard for us. We didn’t like having to decide whether or not to meet our friends or colleagues for drinks or food after work or pay our

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electric bill because all of our money had been spent on our mortgage already,” he said with a snicker. Someone recently asked me what I thought the American dream was in 2016 and I replied the same way I always have. The American dream for me is living in a place where I can raise a family, keep them safe, provide

for them and enjoy our life together. The Tampa Bay area is that place and I’m actually looking for a new home to start that journey presently. The family part too, I need to get working on that! I should give my realtor Tamara Dubis of Selling Tampa Bay a call and you should too if you’re looking for a home. 813-408-9307

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Community Calendar & News Briefs Medicare 101 Tue. August 2nd from 7:00PM8:00PM at Jan Kaminis Platt Regional Library. Join a presenter from Florida Department of Elder Affair’s SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders) program to get an overview of Medicare and receive useful information for current beneficiaries, individuals who will soon turn 65, and individuals who are transitioning from employer coverage to Medicare. A question and answer session will follow the presentation. Presented in partnership with the Senior Connection Center, Inc. FREE Small Business Counseling at the South Tampa Chamber Office Wed. August 3rd from 10:00AM3:00PM at the South Tampa Chamber of Commerce. SBDC (Small Business Development Center of Hillsborough County) provides FREE business consultations to help clients start and grow their business. Clients receive assistance with developing their business idea, business plan, mar-

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keting plan; answer questions about business structure, zoning, permitting, taxes, insurance, bonding and registering your business. SBDC/ECC offers complimentary onsite counseling at the South Tampa Chamber office every Wednesday. Call (813) 637-0156 to set up your appointment now! 11th Annual South Tampa New Teacher Welcome Breakfast - Fri Aug 5th @ 8am Fri. August 5th from 8:00AM10:00AM at the Holiday Inn Tampa Westshore. 700 North Westshore Blvd. Tampa, FL 33609 The South Tampa Chamber of Commerce Education Committee is hosting the 11th Annual South Tampa New Teacher Welcome Breakfast. Join us as we welcome teachers newly hired to the South Tampa Area and honor their commitment to educating our children in South Tampa.

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Invited guests include Principals and Teachers newly hired to the South Tampa schools in District One, the Superintendent of Hillsborough County Schools and administrative staff, the School Board of Hillsborough County, City Council and County Commissioners, and the Board of Directors of the South Tampa Chamber of Commerce. Chamber Members are encouraged to attend and sponsorship opportunities are available. Please contact Stephanie at (813) 637-0156 orevents@southtampachamber.org for information. Chamber Members may market their business by donating items for the Teachers goodie bags. We request you have your items in the Chamber Office no later than

Friday, July 29th between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Please call the office, (813) 637-0156 for more information on the types of items that will be allowed. STCOC Speed Relationship Networking - Thu Aug 11th @ 11:30AM Thurs. August 11th from 11:30AM-1:30PM at the Double Tree by Hilton Tampa Airport-Westshore, 4500 W. Cypress St. Tampa, FL * RSVP is required as this event will sell out! * The South Tampa Chamber of Commerce Speed Relationship Networking Event is one of our most popular events each year! Thank you to our sponsors: Powerstories Theatre. Contact events@southtampachamber.org for more information! Join us to... • Build relationships that bring business • Meet passionate professionals

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just like yourself • Become a more effective networker • Bring plenty of business cards and other promotional materials. Arrive on time and be ready for a powerful networking event! Facilitated by: Dale Appell You Must be Pre-Registered and Checked-In by 11:30 a.m. or You May Lose Your Seat Without Refund. South Tampa Chamber Members @ $30.00* Guests & Potential Members @ $45.00 *Only 1 representative per company *Only 50 seats available All Registrations will be $45.00 at the door, if seats are available. *Members must be registered by Monday at 11:30am to receive member pricing. Table Top Sponsor - $100.00 Only 3 per event! Sponsorship is a member only benefit! Includes (1) ticket to the event, display table at event, opportunity to

put promotional materials at each place setting, your logo on event website, your company name on email invitation, recognition at event and on social media and “Minute at the Mic”. Contactevents@southtampachamber.org. There is a 48 hour cancelation policy for this event. No refunds will be given for cancelations made after 11:30am on Monday. School of Rock Tampa Open House Sat. August 20th from 10:00AM-2:00PM at School of Rock Tampa. 620 S. MacDill Ave. Tampa, FL 33609 Come by and meet instructors, check out the school, and participate in mini-trial lessons (guitar, bass, drums, keys, and vocals). RSVP for a specific time slot. All ages welcome! Rookies Trial Class: (Ages 4-7) 11 am-12 pm. Students learn the concepts of music theory, rhythm, pitch, form and dynamics while getting experience with all the major rock band instruments (guitar, bass,

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drums, keys, vocals). Performance Program: (Ages 10-17) 10 am-1 pm. School of Rock Tampa’s Performance Program is all about translating our students’ abilities to play in the lesson room to performing for real on stage. Students learn, absorb, and perform iconic hits from some of history’s greatest rock and roll performers. Come by and check out a rehearsal! Tampa Perfect Wedding Guide Wedding Show Sun. August 28th from 12:00PM-4:00PM at 4500 W Cypress St. Tampa, FL 33607 Tampa Perfect Wedding Guide creates the ultimate wedding planning experience® for couples at our PWG Wedding Show. This one day event is an invaluable resource when

it comes to planning your wedding. Instead of searching and driving all across town, we bring everything you could need for your perfect day, all to one place. We only invite Tampa’s most talented, genuine vendors who are here to answer your toughest questions. Taste delicious culinary creations from seasoned wedding caterers. Pick your wedding cake from flavor to design. Plan out a personalized menu unique to your big day! We have something for you, no matter what stage of wedding planning you’re in. For more information visit: http://www.perfectweddingguide.com/events/tampa-perfectwedding-guide-wedding-show-16 196/registration/

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Keep More Money! Choose Houzio Realty for 100% Service and 1% Commission By Kim Thomas It takes hard work and a good amount of money to keep a house in order, and when it’s time to relocate, homeowners deserve to receive the best return possible on their investment. One forward thinking Real Estate company agrees that the normal 6% in commission and broker fees that a homeowner is required to pay with traditional representation from a Realtor is simply too high. Promising 100% customer service and a 1% listing fee commission, Houzio Realty is a new company offering a refreshing way to buy or sell Real Estate. Houzio may require an additional 2 ½% broker’s co-op fee, so the most homeowners will pay Houzio Realty is 3 ½% in fees, meaning the savings of 2 ½% remains where it should be – in the homeowner’s pocket! So what’s the catch? Saving

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Houzio Realty is the brainchild of Realtors/Brokers and friends, Marta Wrzesniewski and Lindsay Aydelotte. money means losing out on something, right? Not so with Houzio Realty, which provides

everything those selling or buying property want and expect: Competitive market analysis and

pricing strategy; Marketing on Multiple Listing Service (MLS) as well as all major Real Estate marketing sites such as Realtor.com, Trulia.com, Zillow.com and others; professional signage and a lockbox; a Realtor to show your home; communication and feedback from buyer’s agents; a feature listing on HouzioRealty.com, and social media marketing. Additionally, Houzio Realty provides a professional photographer because in today’s market, excellent photographs are essential to marketing property. The company also posts the maximum number of photos allowed on the MLS listing. Houzio Realty takes care of details at closing such as contract negotiations and communication during inspections, too. This company may save clients money in commission fees, but it doesn’t short them on providing 100% customer service! Houzio Realty is the brainchild of Realtors/Brokers and friends, Lindsay Aydelotte and Marta Wrzesniewski. The two have an undeniable energy; in fact, they met at the gym and after talking, realized they had more in common than

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pursuing good health for themselves and their families. Lindsay and Marta are each licensed Realtors and Brokers, both have successfully invested in Real Estate, and are entrepreneurs who know the value of setting goals and the thrill of achieving them. Beyond that, the women found that they share a passion for helping their Real Estate clients get the most return on their investment. Perhaps that is why this brand new company with the intuitive and smart Real Estate model had five listings and two buyers under contract within 30 days of launching! Their website, HouzioRealty.com, had 12,000 hits in the first 30 days. Lindsay explains, “Technology has changed the Real Estate market. We have tools and systems at our fingertips, which save us time and money, so why not pass that savings on to our clients? With us, there are no upfront fees. We get paid when we sell the property.” Prior to moving to Westchase a

year ago, Lindsay owned a successful company in Kansas City that employed the same intuitive and smart Real Estate model that makes Houzio Realty different. The desire to be closer to family prompted her to relocate to Florida, and it didn’t take long for this savvy entrepreneur to get geared up for business. With a notebook before her embossed with bold, gold lettering stating “GOAL DIGGER,” Lindsay isn’t the type to apologize for hard-won successes and she is not slowing down. Her past successes also have included starting a women’s magazine and taking it national and running the largest women’s expo event, “Just for Her” in Kansas City. With a likeminded business partner in Marta, Lindsay is hyper-focused on making Houzio Realty a commonly known and trusted name in Real Estate. Marta, also a previous business owner, is passionate about real estate and entrepreneurship. She is a 20 year resident of the Tampa Bay Area,

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moved to Florida to attend the University of Tampa at the age of 16 and graduated with a Bachelors in Finance at 20; which she later followed up with a Masters in Accountancy. She has been working in real estate sales in the Tampa Bay Area since 2004 as both a successful real estate investor and real estate agent for her wonderful clients; which include first time home buyers, executives, professional athletes, investors and more! She also is a managing member of a real estate investment company, which she coowns with her husband and handles acquisitions and asset management. Marta is very excited to partner with Lindsay in bringing Houzio Realty to the area. “We are a very forward thinking Real Estate company and we are tech savvy, giving our clients excellent market exposure. We keep our overhead down, passing that savings on to our clients.” Lindsay adds, “We are here to go to battle for our clients. Getting an offer is only ten percent of the battle. Ninety percent is making sure that the buyer is qualified and prepared, and that you are providing your client really good representation.”

Houzio Realty Clients Share Experiences Kiley G, a West Hampton homeowner, had a great experience and shares, “If you are planning to sell your home in the Tampa Bay area, do yourself a favor and call Houzio. Don’t be concerned that you will sacrifice any level of service. Their slogan ‘100% service, 1% commission’ is absolutely true. Communication is a top priority for me, and Lindsay is top notch. Not only did we save thousands in real estate commissions, but she showed us that our house was

worth even more than we originally thought. We were under contract with multiple offers within a week. Every part of the experience has been positive, and Lindsay is an absolute pleasure to work with.” Mimi D. turned to Houzio Realty when searching for a home, and writes, “Buying a home is always scary, it’s one of your biggest investments. Lindsay is hands-down a class act; she went over and beyond our expectations. She walked my partner and I through the entire process. I couldn’t imagine not having her, we would probably still be looking for homes. Proud to say, not only are we buying a home, but it’s actually being built. Thanks always, you rock Lindsay.” Marta worked with client Kathy M., who says, “Houzio is the best thing that has happened to me with regard to purchasing my dream home. Marta answered my call immediately and has continued to be there for me every step of the way. There has never been a time when I’ve called her and she didn’t immediately respond. I am currently in contract and she keeps me abreast of everything I need to know to make this a smooth process. I am so grateful for Marta and her company! I am recommending this company to my friends and family.” If you are looking to buy or sell a home in the Tampa Bay Area, call Lindsay or Marta at Houzio Realty to see how they can help you keep more of your hard-earned money. Houzio Realty can be reached by phone at 813-423-6262. Check out listings and search for your dream home at the company’s user-friendly website, HouzioRealty.com.

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“Hyde Out” Continued from page 1 cocktails: The Pharmacist’s Daughter or the Mexican Standoff. Comfort food is a necessity, and at The Hyde Out, you can indulge in a burger or Philly Cheese Steak and still feel guiltfree. Whether you are in the mood for sushi or American Fusion cuisine, The Hyde Out has it all. The restaurant offers an extensive list of beer and wine options to choose from as well. Many of the food’s ingredients are made in house such as the sauces, which are made from scratch. Changes to the menu have been made once since the

restaurant opened and additional alterations are predicted for the near future. The Hyde out’s staple dishes always remain the same. Some of the resto-lounge’s most beloved promotions are Taco Tuesdays, $3 shots and $3 Coronas. On Taco Tuesdays, customers can dig in to a $10 all you can eat taco bar. Not feeling particularly hungry? There are flat-screen TVs, a pool table, and even an on site DJ for your entertainment. Jeannie Ketsdever, Events and Operations manager, adds “The Hyde Out is a fun, local place to enjoy good service and good food. My favorite

part of the job is organizing Christmas parties, birthdays and corporate events.” It goes without saying that a restaurant is nothing without attentive and knowledgeable staff members. The Hyde Out provides their employees with extensive training, incentives and giveaways to ensure that their customers are receiving the best possible service. Keeping every customer happy is equally as important to The Hyde Out. So much so, that members of the restaurant’s management read and respond to customer reviews on Yelp, Facebook and Google on a weekly basis.

The Hyde Out, conveniently located within minutes from downtown, was voted the best spot for happy hour in the Bay Area! Here, customers are exposed to a new kind of dining experience. With sushi, American Fusion cuisine and signature cocktails, there is surely something to fit everyone’s taste. For those who are in the market for a unique and highly satisfying restaurant experience, The Hyde Out is looking at you. To make reservations or check out the menu, call (813)-498-2334 or visit www.thehydeout.com

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Mount This! Fish Company

Co-owner Jen Denson, holiding a beautiful replica mount of a record-size Large Mouth Bass.

By Alexis Selby Living in Florida you are bound to either enjoy fishing or know someone who does. And, as a fish enthusiast, you know just how awesome it feels when you hook an amazing catch. That being said, what better way to relive that exciting experience, than with a replica fiberglass fish mount! Proudly displayed on your wall, a beautiful replica fish mount will happily commemorate a fish of a lifetime, while allowing you to either filet and eat the real fish or release it back into the wild to allow other anglers to enjoy the same exhilarating experience! Using the most advanced technology, top-of-the-line materials, skilled fiberglass workers, and talented

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painters to produce a fish replica in a timely manner, Mount This! Fish Company, a locally-owned Florida business, does an exceptional job of bringing to life your most prized catch and provides anglers and fishing enthusiasts of all levels with the absolute highest standard of quality and value in a fishing trophy. In the past, fish replicas would take anywhere from 3090 days to produce, but at Mount This Fish Company they strive to have popular items in stock along with offering a quick turnaround time for custom replicas. Established in 2001, Mount This! Fish Company (MTFC) has been elevating the standards of fish mount replica production. Huge fishing enthusiasts themselves, owners Troy and

Jen Denson share a love of fishing and respect for marine wildlife that really shines through in what they do. From the detailed scales, to the unique speckles, this husband and wife team takes pride in reproducing the rich vibrant colors and true beauty of each species in every mount they create.

Custom Fish Mounts Over the past thirteen years Troy and Jen have focused on three major markets to sell their products. The first market is the angler who wants to commemorate a catch. Whether it is someone’s first catch, the catch of a lifetime, or one to add to the array of fish they have caught during their time, each one is special and unique in its own way. Their fish replicas allow

the fisherman to capture a memory while choosing to release the catch or filet it for dinner. With thousands of molds to choose from, all the angler needs to provide is the length, measurement or weight of the catch and using their expertise and knowledge of the various fish species Troy and Jen will recreate your fish to resemble the way it looked during the memorable day you caught it. (If you have a picture, that’s even better, as it allows them to produce a replica that is as close to the real thing as possible.)

Nautical Décor MTFC’s second focus is on the retail customer who would simply like to decorate their home or outside area

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with nautical décor. Not all of MTFC’s customers are fisherman. Whether it’s the little boy that wants a shark themed room, or the homeowner who wants to decorate a room or tiki bar with fish replicas, MTFC offers a wide variety of sculpted species. MTFC’s half sided fish replicas are another great option and an affordable way to decorate with a unique style.

Corporate Fish Mounts MTFC’s third focus is providing a large quantity of replicas to corporate accounts; usually to decorate a new establishment or to use as a point of sale. These businesses vary from seafood or sushi restaurants to seafood markets, and marine related companies. Working with both interior designers and the owners themselves, MTFC will assist in producing a look that will be sure to wow customers. MTFC's extraordinary reputation has spread throughout the country and the world and has earned them the ability to be a vendor for Bass Pro Shops®; each year Bass Pro Shops® opens new stores all over the country and they decorate with a variety of fish replicas, many of which come directly from Mount This Fish Company. They also recently finished a project for the Houston Museum of Natural Science, which included 42 suspended replicas, and are currently working on items for a chain of ship stores (similar to our West Marine) opening in South Korea.

Fish Mounts Make Great Gifts! Looking for the perfect gift to get your favorite angler.... As a fisher "woman" myself I know that nothing says I love you more than a commemorative mount of one of your exciting catches. For my birthday last year, I got a stunning mount from MTFC of a 32” Blackfin Tuna I caught in the Florida Keys that past year – it was one

of my favorite gifts of all time and every time I look at that magnificent fish replica on my wall, I get flash backs of that awesome vacation! Thank-you so much Troy and Jen! My husband and I are avid fishermen, and as such our walls are lined with fish mounts – all of which have been masterfully created by Troy and Jen and the amazing artists at Mount This! Fish Company. We are very particular with our fish and when it comes to fish mounts we only go with

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the best of the best – which is why time and time again, when we want to celebrate a wonderful fishing memory, we know that Troy and Jen will do an amazing job of capturing the beauty of our prized catch and create a mount that in itself is a masterpiece work of art! Whether you are an avid fisherman, homeowner, decorator or business owner looking for fish replicas or other unique nautical décor, Mount This! Fish Company serves to commemorate and/or decorate, offering the highest quality products, exceptional prices and extraordinary customer service. Give Troy and Jen a call today and commemorate the wonderful memories of that exhilarating catch with a

stunning replica fish mount from Mount This Fish Company! Mount This! Fish Company is located at 4280 Hwy US1 in Rockledge Florida. Although they are a few hours outside of Tampa Bay all you have to do is send them a picture or measurements of the fish and they can conveniently mail your prized replica right to your doorstep. For more information please call Troy at (321) 403-6677 or email him at troy@mountthis.net, or visit their website at www.MountThis.net. Like them on Facebook (Mount This Fish Company) for specials, contests and the chance to win prizes and giveaways.

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