Westchase - Vol. 3, Issue 8, August 2014 by Tampa Bay News & Lifestyles Magazine

Vol. 3, Issue 8, August 2014

Your neighborhood. Your magazine. The Premier “Shop Local” Community Magazine Directly Mailed To Over 15,000 Homes In Westchase & Surrounding Areas This Independent Community News, Business & Dining Guide Is Directly Mailed Once Each Month To: Arlington Park • Aston Villas • Bay Arbor • Berkeley Square • Calf Path Estates • Enclave At Citrus Park • Fawn Ridge Fawn Lake • Forest Lakes • Hampton Lakes • Highland Park • Lake Chase • Mandolin • The Eagles • Tree Tops Twin Branch Acres • Waterchase • West Hampton • Westchase • Westchester • Westwood Lakes • Windsor Place

Mellow Mushroom: "Classic Southern Pizza for a Mellow State of Mind" Throw it Back 70’s Style

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Pacific Curbing

HCSO Fishing Tournament Results.....................3

“Enhance Your Garden Design with Concrete Curbing” By Marcy Sanford Does your landscaping need a facelift? Are weeds and rundown borders ruining the look of your home or business? Concrete curbing is an easy, cost-effective way to update your yard or landscaping. Besides looking beautiful, there are many benefits to concrete curbing. Pacific Curbing, the area’s leading company for decorative concrete landscape curbing, can help you create a look you will love that will also enhance your landscaping. “Concrete curbing is more eco-

nomical and more durable than traditional borders,” says Pacific Curbing Owner Miryana Long. “Concrete curbing will not move around like bricks do; it will not rot like wood does; and it won’t break like plastic will. Once we have installed concrete curbing for you, it will last for at least 7 years. When it starts to fade a bit, a simple reseal is all that is needed to bring back the original color.” Flexible Shape: While you might not think of flexibility when you think of concrete, concrete curbing is actually more flexible than traditional bor-

St. Luke’s Cataract & Laser Institute- Dr. Wipfli............4-5 Tampa Bay Rays....................8-9 Celebrate Your Love At Jensen Jewelers...............12-13 J&C Consign ders. It can be shaped to contain any area. You don’t have to worry about trying to make bricks fit or trying to bend plastic. If you want curves, See “Pacific Curbing” on page 18

and Design.....................14-15

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See “Mellow Mushroom” on page 20.

Red Skin Potatoe Pie - Composed with an olive oil and garlic base topped with red sliced roasted potatoes, smoked applewood bacon, carmelized onions, cheddar and mozarella cheeses! Drizzled with sour cream and spicy ranch, this is an explosion of goodness in your mouth!

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The Mellow Mushroom brand has been keeping it mellow since 1974 and will be celebrating their 40th anniversary in style on August 20th. For one day only, the Mellow Mushroom crew will be taking it back to 70's style

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Conveniently located on Tampa Road, Mellow Mushroom in Tampa opened their doors to the public almost nine years ago and continues to still serve the locals the highest quality pizza along with some of the best American craft beers. With humble roots and naturally mellow attitudes, Mellow Mushroom's atmosphere is as enjoyable as the grub. As a whole, the symbiotic blend of perfectly baked

pizza with melted cheesy goodness and a crisp American hand crafted brew just can't be beat.

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From The Editor Alexis Selby

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Annual HCSO Fishing Tournament is a Huge Success! Raising $17,500 for the Judeo Christian Health Clinic, the Annual HCSO Fishing Tournament, held on June 21 in our very own beautiful Tampa Bay, was a great success, and anglers from all over the Bay came together to do what they love best – fish! Spending a beautiful day on the water, anglers baited their hooks and hoped to catch the big one – a prized tagged fish worth $25,000. Although the tagged fish was never found and swims on uncaught, there were many other great prizes awarded that day to anglers who caught the biggest fish of the three tournament species –Snook, Redfish and Trout.

Winners are as follows:

Snook Category 1st Billy Alstrom 38 3/4 in 2nd Tom Stringfield 38 1/4 in 3rd Grabiel Himbera 37 1/2 in

Redfish Category 1st Matt Yaquinto 48 in, 2nd R.J. Brown 44 in, 3rd Chad Wiggins 33 in

Trout Category 1st Phil Bauman 25 in, 2nd Nancy Bauman 23 3/4 in 3rd Steve Robinson 23 1/2 in

Slam, Winner The Slam Winner, awarded to the team with the longest combined total length of all three fish, was proudly won by Team Hot Pass, whose Snook, Redfish and Trout measured in with a combined total of 88 1/2 inches – wow! There were also awards given to the single fish category, for anglers who caught the longest fish in each of the three categories.

After returning from the water, anglers enjoyed a delicious dinner and some exceptional raffle giveaways, including a brand new boat! All in all, this tournament was so much fun, and although The Neighborhood News & Lifestyles Fishing Team didn’t catch the biggest fish we sure did enjoy our time on the water. Watch out anglers, next year we are coming for the win!!

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This years annual HCSO Fishing Tournament raised a whopping $17,500 for the Judeo Christian Health Clinic! Westchase Area Neighborhood News & Lifestyles

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Dr. Jeffrey Wipfli is Changing Lives at St. Luke’s Cataract & Laser Institute By Kim Thomas Early morning at St. Luke’s Cataract & Laser Institute is definitely not sleepy – the air is buzzing with positive energy as patients come in, many knowing that their lives are about to change for the better. Restoring someone’s sight is a great way to start the day, just ask Dr. Jeffrey Wipfli, who spends his days performing life-changing eye surgeries on patients both young and old at St. Luke’s Cataract & Laser Institute. “It’s neat when you can very rapidly help to change people’s lives,” shares Dr. Wipfli. “Some people haven’t even been able to see their own children and grandchildren, and the next day after surgery, they are seeing. It’s fantastic! We truly have the most experienced staff, the best technology and equipment, and the best outcomes.” If you are considering LASIK or cataract surgery, there is no better

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place than St. Luke’s Cataract & Laser Institute, as it is world-renowned, drawing patients from around the globe who are willing to travel to receive care at one of the world’s largest and most advanced eye surgery centers. Founded in 1974 by James Gils, MD, St. Luke’s has grown to include seven state-of-the-art facilities in Florida and for an eye surgeon who is at the top of their field, like Dr. Wipfli, there is no better place to practice. Board Certified Ophthalmologist Jeffrey Wipfli, MD, specializes in advanced cataract surgery, LASIK and other refractive surgeries and sees pa-

tients at three of St. Luke’s Cataract & Laser Institute’s facilities, in Tarpon Springs, Tampa and St. Petersburg. Dr. Wipfli has been with St. Luke’s Cataract & Laser Institute for five years and even though he was happy practicing in his home state of Oklahoma, he was excited to move to Florida when the opportunity arose to join the doctors and staff at St. Luke’s Cataract & Laser Institute. Dr. Wipfli says, “I thought of it as the major leagues calling and there was no way I could turn it down.” His wife Allison and their two daughters, Aubrey and Grace, were game for the move, and

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now the family happily calls Tampa Bay home and they are big Tampa Bay Lightning fans. As one of the most experienced eye surgeons in his field, Dr. Wipfli has performed more than 40,000 ophthalmic surgeries, including more than 30,000 advanced cataract surgeries. He earned his medical degree at the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine and was a Graduate with Honors and Special Distinction as well as a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. Dr.

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Wipfli completed his residency training at the St. Louis University Eye Institute in St. Louis, Missouri, where he received the Rabani Award for Excellence in Patient Care. “St. Luke’s is very patient-centered and I wouldn’t be here if that weren’t the case,” says Dr. Wipfli. “My focus is on the patient and what is safe and right for them.” While not everyone is a candidate, most people are and LASIK and cataract surgeries truly are life changing. Dr. Wipfli adds, “People who have felt handcuffed and shackled to their glasses and contacts will be free of them!” His patient Kayla W. is certainly happy, stating, “LASIK was the best choice I’ve ever made. Every morning I wake up and I can see clearly. I can go to the gym without worrying about losing a contact or watch TV at

night in bed without falling asleep in my glasses. It’s great to travel without all the extra eye ‘stuff’ too. The staff was great and made me feel comfortable. Dr. Wipfli is truly amazing! I am so blessed to have vision clarity and be able to enjoy it fully thanks to LASIK at St. Luke’s.” Jeffrey Wipfli, MD is accepting new patients and sees patients at three of St. Luke’s Cataract & Laser Institute locations: the main office in Tarpon Springs at 43309 US Hwy. 19 N, (727) 938-2020; in St. Petersburg at 9400 9th St. N, (727) 328-7700; and in Tampa at 13303 N Dale Mabry Hwy, call (813) 384-3838. Find more information about St. Luke’s Cataract & Laser Institute online at stlukeseye.com.

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By Alexis Selby Surrounded by a stadium full of cheering fans, nothing beats the excitement of watching your home team play on the Tropicana Field. Whether you are out having a fun family day, enjoying a night out with friends, or going on a casual date with your significant other, Tropicana Field provides the perfect backdrop for a great experience and a whole lot of fun! And, with new cheaper pricing, including tickets starting at only $10, the Rays have made it more affordable than ever for you to watch your team live and in person. New this season, the Rays began offering Flex Packs,

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which gave fans the opportunity to pre-pay for 3, 6, or 9 games ahead of time, at an even better discounted price, and pick any of the games they would like to see for the season. They also offer discounts on group tickets and other great packages. The Rays certainly don’t hold back when it comes to giving back to the fans. Widely know for their fan giveaways, the Rays are always finding unique ways to thank their fans and give incentives for those who show up early to the games by giving away freebies for the first 10,000 fans that walk through their doors. Past prizes include, derby-style hats, which they gave away on Mother’s Day, bobble-

head dolls, stuffed animals, and my personal favorite- DJ Kitty toques, which were a huge hit amongst fans.

Sunday is Family-Day at the Tropicana Field! A great way to incorporate everyone in your family, the Rays have brought back a returning tradition with their Family Fun Days, which is held every Sunday they have a home game. Featuring free parking for cars with four or more passengers, giveaways for kids 14 and under, and a variety of free activities for kids on the concourse, these events provide affordable fun for the whole family – from young children to the young at heart. Extra entertainers are also provided on Sundays, including face Painters, airbrush tattoo artists, magicians, mimes, stilt walkers, jugglers and balloon artists, as well as complimentary concourse activities, courtesy of the Tampa Bay Times, such as grand slam alley, power alley batting cage, speed pitch, Raymond's art studio and Topps make your own baseball card. After the game children will also have the opportunity to run the bases and dance around at the DJ Kitty Kid's Party!

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Tampa Bay Rays – The Best of the Best! Boasting one of the best records in the league – including making the playoffs four times in the past six years – you have more reasons than ever to come watch the Rays play. In fact, the Rays have won more games since 2008 than any other team in the league, with the exception of the Yankees – who have won just a handful more, despite an astronomical $900million spending gap between the two teams. In addition, they have accomplished five 90-win seasons in the past six years, which is more than any other team in the MLB, and quite possibly in the entire sport. So, when you go watch your home team on the Tropicana Field, you truly are watching one of the best teams in the Nation!

So Much More Than Just A Baseball Team Your local hometown baseball team, the Tampa Bay Rays, have become a huge part of this community in more ways than one and as impressive as they are on the field, what they do outside of the stadium is just as amazing! Mentors, teachers, and “heroes”, the Rays organization provides much more than just athleticism and

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entertainment – they are community impact leaders who actively strive to make a lasting difference in the Tampa Bay area. Taking a hands-on approach to supporting the community, in addition to the Rays Baseball Foundation, a 501c3 non-profit organization that raises money to help support youth education development programming, the players and their wives, as well as many of the corporate employees, dedicate their time to helping individuals, families and organizations in the community through their numerous charities, volunteer programs and partnership affiliations. “We are really proud to be community impact leaders,” says Mark Fernandez, Senior Vice President of the Rays Organization. We take our responsibility seriously and are always looking to find ways to form meaningful partnerships within the community. Giving away the money is easiest part, but the most meaningful thing that we do, in addition to being an ongoing funder, is to be actively engaged in the community.” An inspiration to our youth, the players are a true testament to the notion, that if you dream big and work hard, anything is possible. Further-

more, in all their success, they also recognize that giving back is just as important as the sport they play and that without you – their fans, their community – what they have accomplished would never have been possible; which is why they give back to the Tampa Bay area, not just to show gratitude and thanks, but because they want to make a difference in the lives of those around them! “At the end of the day, the name on the front of their jersey means more than the name on their back,” says Mark. “When people see our logo and our brand, I hope we’ve done enough for them to say, ‘that’s my team and those are my guys’. That means everything to us!” From playing on the field to volunteering in your community, the Rays truly are your hometown team! So, what are you waiting for? The season is almost over. Round up your friends and family today and come on down to the Tropicana Field to cheer on your very own Tampa Bay Rays and enjoy some good ol’ American fun! The Tropicana Field is located at 1 Tropicana Drive in St Petersburg. For more information on upcoming games or to purchase tickets please visit RaysBaseball.com.

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Celebrate Your Love at Jensen Jewelers By Amy Paterson With a wonderful selection of beautifully unique jewelery, and oneof-a-kind designs Jensen Jewelers is sure to have what you are looking for! Nothing is more personal than the gift of jewelry that can be worn as a reminder of love, to celebrate a special occasion, or as a way to express your or your loved one’s unique individuality. Whether you are looking for something new or you are looking to repair or enhance a piece of jewelry that you already have, Jensen Jewelers wants to help. The family owned and operated Jensen Jewelers has a fabulous selection to choose from and is conveniently located in the Boot Ranch Plaza on East Lake Road, just a few doors down from Target. Owners Sonny and Anh Mai have exquisite taste in fine jewelry and handpick every piece of jewelry in the store to make sure that Jensen Jewelers selection is always extraordinary, with something for everyone. Many of the pieces are one-of-a-kind. The jewelry cases glitter with fine

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gold and silver pieces, as well as a beautiful bridal selection to choose from, whether you are going to be married or are looking to upgrade your wedding setting as a way to celebrate your years together. There are gemstones in every cut and color and you are sure to find your favorites here, just as I did. The brilliance of the sapphires caught my eye. I have always found something regal about that particular gemstone. Jensen Jewelers has been at this same location for twenty-one years, and during this time they have built a wonderful rapport in the community. During my visit at the store, several long-time customers came with a variety of needs, all of which were handled with great care. From the customer who needed a watch battery to the one who brought in an old piece of jewelry for repair, to those shopping for a new bauble, it was nice to see Sonny’s interaction with each of his customers, as they were like old friends reuniting. All of the customers at Jensen Jewelers are treated with kindness and professionalism.

Sonny and Anh are very knowledgeable in all that is to do with jewelry, and can tell you where certain gemstones originate from, as well as the quality of the individual stones. Sonny shared something with me that I was not aware of, and that I found interesting. We were talking about a sapphire ring that I was The selection of fine jewelry at Jensen Jewelers eyeing, and he told me includes many unique items. that in England, sapphires are often used for it would be the reason they are so engagement rings. Sapphires, along often used for engagement rings. with being beautiful, are one of the hardest stones, second to diamonds. Custom Jewelry is a Specialty It is the diamond’s hardness that Jensen Jewelers is not your runbrought on the trend of this particuof-the-mill jewelry store; in addition to lar stone being the most common its excellent service, repairs, and fine choice for engagement and wedding selection of new jewelry, it offers cusrings. A diamond is said to last fortom jewelry and enhancement of your ever; therefore, it became the perfect existing pieces. gem to symbolize eternity in a couSonny is an experienced jeweler ple’s union. I knew diamonds were who specializes in custom jewelry enthe hardest, but I didn’t connect that hancements. He can take something

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have all prices, so that we meet everyone’s budget.” Whether it is the holidays, a birthday, anniversary, Valentine’s Day, or just an ordinary day when you want to put a smile on your own face or that of a special person in your life, make Jensen If you can’t find what you are looking for, jeweler Jewelers your jeweler Sonny Mai also can design a one-of-a-kind piece! of choice. Stop by to meet Sonny and Anh and you will have a that you already have and turn it into a pleasant visit and you may find exactly piece of jewelry that you will love even what you’ve been looking for. And, if more. Many times, he creates someyou are looking to have something thing new and completely unique by designed or would like to recreate an combining several pieces of jewelry existing piece, you can trust that into one piece. Oftentimes, when Sonny’s incredible skill and attention passing jewelry down from one family to detail will provide you with a piece member to the next, there are alterthat will be cherished and worn for ations that need to be made to the generations to come. piece. Whether it is changing the style Jensen Jewelers is located at of the piece completely or just resizing 756 East Lake Rd. in Palm Harbor it to fit the new owner, Sonny has the in the Boot Ranch Plaza between skills to do a spectacular job for you at Publix and Target. They are open reasonable prices. Mon. – Fri., 10 a.m. – 6 p.m., and The pricing at Jensen Jewelers is Sat., 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., and closed very reasonable, and there is always on Sunday. For more information something on sale. Sonny says, “We call (727) 787-5512.

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By Marcy Sanford Before this summer you’d have to leave the area to buy a cute hostess gift or find quality furniture at a discount price. But now, updating your home or finding a great gift is a breeze at J&C Consign and Design. The store opened in July and has quickly become a favorite in Northwest Tampa. It is one of the only places in the area where you can find fabulous deals on fine furnishings, attractive home décor, and delightful gifts. Located at

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8809 Gunn Highway, J&C Consign and Design is a short distance from any neighborhood you live in. Area resident and owner Christine Jackson is looking forward to giving local homeowners a refreshing new option when they are looking for furniture, home décor, or the perfect gift.

Fine Furniture at Prices You’ll Love The inventory at J&C Consign and Design is constantly changing – you never know what treasures you’ll

find there. You can find large pieces, like luxurious sofas and impressive dining room set to fill a room, as well as home décor items like chandeliers and rugs to help set the tone of your house. J&C also carries all types of decorative accessories like vases, lamps, clocks, and pictures. “We get our merchandise from a variety of sources,” says Christine. “Some items come from furniture showrooms or model homes, many are here on consignment and we also have brand new hostess gifts like Tyler candles, Hen House linens, and Glory Haus plates, frames, and flags. I research everything we carry in the store to make sure that we are selling it for less than you’ll find it anywhere else.”

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Consider Selling Your Furniture on Consignment Maybe you really want to redecorate but you don’t know what to do with your current furniture. J&C Consign and Design can help you out. If you need to make room in your home before you can begin redecorating, just give them a call or send pictures of the items you would like to sell. They accept like-new high-end furniture and décor and they make it very easy for you to sell your furniture and home décor on consignment. You don’t have to worry about strangers showing up at your door or constantly checking online to see if anyone has contacted you. J&C will do all the work for you. Since they don’t have a warehouse, your furniture and décor will be up for sale as

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soon as it gets to their store. Christine came up with the idea to open a design and consignment store after selling some of her furniture the same way. She says, “When we sold our furniture through a consignment store, I was amazed at how quickly it sold. I also couldn’t believe that there wasn’t a consignment store in this area.”

Great Gifts for Everyone J&C Consign and Design carries a great selection of gifts, most for under $25. “The Tyler Candles are a lot of people’s favorite,” says Christine. “But we also have cute picture frames from Glory Haus and festive holiday platters, cheese spreaders, and serving trays. We have many collegiate themed gifts including flags, mats, and signs. We carry a full line of luxurious Hen House linens. We’re going to have a lot of decorations for the holidays including garden flags with LED lights. We want to make sure that we have a wide selection of unique and beautiful gifts at a good price.” No matter who you need a gift for or what room you’re looking to decorate, chances are you’ll find something unique and fun at J&C Consign and Design. Go visit them today to see what gems you’ll discover!

J&C Consign and Design is located at 8809-B Gunn Highway in Odessa. They are open Tuesday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information or if you are interested in consigning an item you can call them at (813) 9200800. You can also visit their website at www.jcconsign.com to get information on how to submit photos of the furniture you would like to consign. For the most up to date information on the new furniture, decorations, and gifts they have in the store, like them on Facebook or visit their website to sign to receive email updates.

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“Pacific Curbing” Continued from page 1 Pacific Curbing can give you curves. If you want straight lines, they can easily do that as well. Pacific Curbing will adjust the border to whatever shape or size you want. Once Pacific Curbing has finished your project, you’ll have an attractive border edging that enhances your landscaping and serves as a weed and grass barrier. Pacific Curbing can install concrete curbing around trees, flowerbeds, and sidewalks. Really there is no limit to what Pacific Curbing can do, if you have an area that needs curbing, they can help you out. Each job is custom mixed and poured on site so that you can create an original border to fit your unique style. Beautiful Patterns: Pacific Curbing can apply a wide variety of patterns and stamps to create a unique and custom curb just or you. Stamped borders can be made to look like brick or stone. Rollers can be made to look like wood or slate. The possibilities are endless. Custom Colors: Pacific Curbing can also create a wide variety of colors for you. From calm blues to natural browns, elegant reds to traditional

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buffs, Pacific Curbing can help you create a look to enhance your house, business, and landscaping. With the beautiful color options at Pacific Curbing, you’re sure to find a color to match your home’s exterior or add a beautiful contrast to your existing color scheme. Newest Looks: Pacific Curbing has also just introduced one of the newest trends in concrete curbing: Belgium Block. Pacific Curbing is the only company in the area to offer this elegant option. Professional Care: Pacific Curbing’s professional crew will not hurt or mess up your yard or current landscaping. Most jobs can be finished in one

day and you’re sure to be pleased with the results. “We were delighted with the work Pacific Curbing did for our condominium complex. They enclosed approximately 600 feet of landscaping. We love the way it looks,” says Pacific Curbing Client Liz Almond. “They did an excellent job. Throughout the project they kept the work site clean and did not mess up any existing landscaping. All our residents love the way it looks. Pacific Curbing’s employees were so professional that we didn’t hear any complaints from our residents during the time the work was being done.”

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Give Pacific Curbing a call today to find out how they can help you add value to your property and enhance the look of your home or business. Miryana will come to your house or business and give you a free estimate and consultation about the best curbing solution for your needs. Pacific Curbing recently presented the benefits of decorative, stamped curbing at the Home Association and Condo Show at the Convention Center. To schedule your free consultation and estimate, call 813-7704424 or visit Pacific Curbing on the web at www.pacific-curbing.com.

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“Mellow Mushroom” Continued from page 1 with 1970 something prices and original 70's music and flair. Draft beers from the 70's will be served at 75 cents and pizza will match 70's prices! You don't want to miss the throw back party of the year at Mellow Mushroom! You can even enter to win a contest for an all-expenses paid trip to Amsterdam by posting the most creative Instagram photo in front of the artist original prop that incorporates the Mellow Mushroom attitude with the laid back happenings of the 70's! Just take a creative photo in front of the prop and hashtag #40yearsbaked. Mellow Mushroom has a lot to celebrate when it comes to history. The company began as a small pizza start up from humble Southern roots. Based out of Georgia, Mellow Mushroom started as a small idea that has grown into a franchise favorite among the masses. With a goal to create fresh gourmet pizza with all natural ingredients, Mellow Mushroom focused on the simple things in life and still obtains their simple, mellow roots; serving a simple and delicious product that

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Holy Shitake Pie - Olive oil and garlic base with Shitake, button and portobello mushrooms, carmelized onions and MontAmore cheese make this pie a hit. Drizled with garlic aioli and black truffle oil... mmmmelts in your mouth! is the root of all happiness, pizza and beer of course! Cold craft beer and pizza just can't be beat!

Mellow Mood and Mouthwatering Creations In addition to cool roots, Mellow Mushroom has original artwork and

murals decorating the inside of the restaurant that is unique to its location. No restaurant is ever the same, which is what makes Mellow Mushroom such a unique franchise. You will not be disappointed in the atmosphere at Mellow Mushroom and you will absolutely crave the pizza

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once you try it. Mellow Mushroom's famous pizza is hand crafted with the best ingredients available and their sustainable state of mind allows you to eat free of guilt. The dough at Mellow Mushroom is made with an all-natural Appalachian Spring Water, which makes all the difference in the taste. You also won't find any preservatives or refined sugar in Mellow Mushroom's pizza and each pie is hand tossed and cooked to perfection in a brick oven. Mellow Mushroom's special sauce is composed of a delicious blend of herbs and spices, with hand picked vine ripened tomatoes. As for toppings, Mellow Mushroom only uses the best ingredients that are all natural. You can rest easy knowing you aren't feeding your family any meat toppings with added hormones, additives or steroids. The staff at Mellow Mushroom takes pride in serving the best cut meats and cheeses from healthy animals. If you are a vegetarian, any pizza can be made vegan and the crew even takes the extra steps in providing delicious vegan cheeses. For gluten intolerant folks, Mellow Mushroom has one of the best gluten free pizza's around, so you can still enjoy your favorite pastime - having a slice of

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choices - they cover all the bases of good food at a great price! Mellow Mushroom hosts happy hour everyday from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., offering customers $2.00 off drinks so they can happily satiate themselves. Mellow Mushroom in Tampa is a local community gathering spot and everyone seems to love the good food and down to earth atmosphere. The specials are phenomenal and they have great activities throughout the week for patrons to enjoy. Check out Mellow Mushroom's events on their Facebook page! Whether you are in the mood to

build your own mellow creation or you want to try one of Mellow Mushroom's specialty creations, make sure you come in to relax because you just can't help yourself in this local atmosphere. Simple and delicious, always, that is the Mellow Motto! Enjoy! Westchase Mellow Mushroom is located at 11955 Sheldon Road in Tampa. Hours are Mon. – Thurs. 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.; Fri. – Sat. 11 a.m. – 10:30 p.m.; Sun. 12 p.m. – 10 p.m. For more information please call (813) 926-3600 or visit their website at MellowMushroom.com/Tampa.

Mellow Mushroom's artwork is original and fun. It is inspried by San Franciso's 70's era. warm melted crispy pizza with a cold craft brewed beer! Mellow Mushroom has local craft beers on tap, as well as hand crafted all-American beers from around the states. You won't find any imports and your server or bartender will help you find which brew fits your taste buds.

The Mushroom even has a full liquor bar with signature cocktails for your liking. At Mellow Mushroom, they are all about personal style and celebrating the differences in people, which is why their menu has options for everyone. From pizzas, salads and sandwiches to vegan hummus and gluten-free

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