Vol. 6, Issue 10, October 2017
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“Welcome to the world of Donna’s Cleaning Angels,” says owner Donna Ferrante. “If you are looking for more than just a cleaning service, we can provide you with the total package.” Donna has built a solid reputation for exceptional service and a superior outcome, which her customers have shown their appreciation for by recommending her cleaning business to family and friends for over two decades. The best way to make sure that you receive the best all-around cleaning service – beyond sparkle and shine – is to hire a reliable company that has earned the trust of hundreds of clients. Donna’s Cleaning Angels is fully licensed, bonded and insured See “Cleaning Angel” on page 12.
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INSIDE THIS ISSUE: From the Editor Carla Selby.............................5 State Farm Insurance Agent Roy Hooker........................6-7 Done Rite Roofing..........................10-11 Westchase Colonics: A Happier You Starts from Within...18-19
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With two locations, Sweet Magnolia Bakery is able to serve up the sweetest treats in town to Westchase and St. Pete dessert lovers. Offering treats that are fresh-made daily with a homestyle, handmade flair - Sweet Magnolia Bakery creates delicious desserts that you can enjoy in-shop, at home or at your next event! The creative and imaginative goodies have the warmth and love baked into them that you would
expect from a homemade from scratch goodie that is made with only the best ingredients. Sweet Magnolia Bakery is sweet magic from scratch, baked fresh and served with a smile. Chef and founder of Sweet Magnolia Bakery, Haylee Shaddock has loved the art and magic of baking since she was a young girl. Shadowing her grandmother’s in their kitchens from a young age inspired a passion and love for creating handmade, sweet creations in Haylee. After graduating
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From The Editor Carla Selby First of all, I hope that all of you and your loved ones stayed safe during the storm. My husband Matt Selby, my mother and I, drove to Gainesville after being told to evacuate from Hillsborough County Zone "A." We did have friends and family in other areas of Tampa Bay kindly offering their homes to us, but I convinced my husband to drive us up north, after several news stations made me panic and want to drive somewhere "safer." This experience definitely taught me a lot, and I am glad that the damage was not nearly as catastrophic as it was expected. In Tampa Bay we got lucky! Even though I cannot say the same about other areas of Florida, which are still without power and thousands of Floridians were left without homes. I learned the value of staying calm, because panicking and stressing does not help anyone… I learned the value of having generators on standby, the value of canned goods and clean water, the value of living in a solid concrete home, the value of knowing the rules of the road at intersections without power, and the value of surrounding yourself with family, good friends and caring neighbors. In this type of situation, it is good knowing that you could knock on the house next door knowing you will be greeted with a smile and offered a place to sleep, a bottle of water and even a hot meal
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(or protein bar) if you are hungry. I must admit... I am not a social butterfly, I am kind of shy and reserved and always try my best to stay out of other people's business. So when I was walking around my complex in the midst of the evacuation, I was shocked and definitely pleased that so many of my neighbors walked up to me to make sure I had a safe place to stay. It warmed my heart, and it made me want to make an effort to say "Good morning Cindy how are your kids?" whenever I see her walking to her car every morning, or "Hi Pete, how is work going?" when I see him walking his dog in the nearby park. It definitely takes a village. Even though what is happening all around the world is pretty disheartening, and it makes you question your faith in God and in humanity, especially when you see news about looters taking merchandise from closed businesses in the middle of the storm, you have to still have faith. Faith that "this too shall pass," and we will rebuild and we will get out this stronger than before, as long as we do it together. As long as we help one another, no matter their race, religion or social status. And even though news about people leaving their pets behind broke my heart, hundreds of beautiful stories keep emerging every day since the storm, stories that will warm your heart and make you believe that not all is lost. That there are still good caring people out there willing to step up and help
those in need. Multiple businesses that advertise with us have selflessly offered free food, supplies, shelter and incredible discounts on their services for those needing anything from clothing and groceries to tree removal services and debris removal, etc. It is in times like these, that we as a community need to stick together. In my country, Venezuela, which is currently also going through a lot, we have a saying that goes "En La Union Esta La Fuerza," which means; "The strength is in the joining." The joining of the families, friends, neighbors, the joining of our Tampa Bay community, the joining of every one of us in our beautiful state of Florida… the joining of this entire country, to help those who need it most. Our sunshine state needs us, our country needs us, Puerto Rico needs us, Mexico needs us. If there is anything you can do to help, please do. Here at Tampa Bay News and Lifestyles are currently organizing a big drive, and donating supplies to different affected areas. If you want to donate food, water or clothing, please email me directly at carla@nnlflorida.com and we'll make sure your donations go where they are needed the most. Prayers without action means nothing. Faith without works is dead. "You pray for the hungry. Then you feed them. This is how prayers work." - Pope Francis. Thank you for reading! Stay safe, humble and united.
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Local State Farm Agents Gives Customers Peace of Mind By Deborah Bostock-Kelley Recently Hurricane Irma’s near miss of hundreds, if not thousands, of homes in Tampa Bay created many questions for homeowners and renters throughout our area. Once a hurricane is named, pending the timing of the approach to a certain area, insurance companies place a moratorium on the binding of new business. For those individuals that want to purchase Flood insurance, there is a thirty day wait before it can go into effect. During the days leading up to Hurricane Irma, State Farm insurance agent Roy Hooker and his staff have been extremely busy helping their clients review their coverages and purchasing needed insurance. Certainly, after watching the flooding devastation of Hurricane Harvey, many homeowners have come to realize how imperative flood insurance is to live in the Sunshine State. Many homeowners do not realize that their homeowner policy does not cover flood damage, only a
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separate Flood policy will cover any flood damage. Over 80 percent of the homes flooded in Houston do not have flood coverage, and most are in an area not requiring flood insurance. Roy, emphasized over and over, how important it is for his clients to consider carrying flood insurance. He and his staff are more than happy to provide anyone with a flood quote to assist them in determining if they will carry it. State Farm is a multi-product company ranging from homeowners, flood, auto, life insurance to financial products – virtual banking services like checking and savings accounts and CDs. “Our main function today is to focus on the insurance needs of the family, and to help them understand the coverages and limits of their policies,” said Roy. Whether it be in person, or over the phone, their goal is to review the individual needs of the family, and to share with them their options. There are hundreds of different combinations of coverages for an
auto policy, and dozens of combinations for a homeowner policy. Roy and his team have found that many of his new clients did not have an understanding of what they had purchased and the possible repercussions. Unfortunately, for some, insurance has become a commodity and people shop just for the cheapest price without understanding the financial risk. While the internet has become a valuable tool for everyone to use, if you are not a well-informed insurance consumer, you can quickly place your family’s financial position in jeopardy. In order to help protect the consumer when they use the internet for their auto quotes, State Farm Insurance will then forward the quote to Roy’s staff for review. They will have the opportunity then to review your choices and discuss with you the options and explain the coverages. Roy warned, “Don’t let a quick, economy price quote win out over thorough protection. These unlucky policyholders have learned the hard
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Roy Hooker lesson that a cheaper insurance premium isn’t always the best option.” Roy explained that one in every 5 drivers is uninsured, and, of the 4 out of 5 drivers that are insured, a large percentage of them only carry 10/20/10 insurance. If a driver is liable in an accident, he may not have
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enough coverage to pay for the injuries and property damage. In that case, he may be personally responsible for these expenses which can result in a financial crisis for his family. For an individual with an auto policy with 10/20/10 limits of coverage, if they caused an accident, the policy would only pay a total of $10,000 for any one person’s injuries or disabilities, and a total of $20,000 for all injuries in the car. Any additional dollars would have to then be paid by the driver causing the accident. The last number, Roy explained is the total amount of
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insurance the company would pay for property damage. For instance, if a new BMW was totaled and the cost to replace it was $70,000, the insurance company would pay $10,000 and the driver would owe the remaining balance of $60,000. “This is what happens when you make auto insurance a commodity and people are only buying on price alone. Most people do not realize the financial risk they may be putting themselves in,” he said. “They opt for the stripped-down bare-boned policy and find themselves underinsured”. And what about a homeowner’s policies? “If your insurance agent hasn’t taken the time to explain your policy and go over your coverages, I encourage you to come in today and let us review your policy and explain
the coverages and limits to you. There are many options and variables with a homeowner policy, and we really want to help our clients get the best coverage for their needs.” Roy continued to emphasis the need for individuals to take the time when purchasing their insurance and sit down with an agent. Make sure the agent is experienced, representing a top-rated company, and has your best interest at heart. Make sure they share all of the options with you, with a complete summary of the advantages and disadvantages of each. Buying insurance over the phone and the internet is certainly time saving, and convenient, but you have so much more at risk than just the few minutes you save by not stopping by an agent’s office. Don’t settle for second best, when your family’s financial future is at stake. When starting his career in insurance, it was important for Roy to choose a trust-worthy company and State Farm is rated number one in auto insurance since 1942, number one in homeowner’s insurance, and number one in life insurance. When shopping for different types of insurance, the variations and options can be overwhelming, but Roy and his team take time to get to know their clients, learn about the lifestyles and help them make the best decision for their family’s budget and its financial future. Using a laminated chart, Roy shows his clients the many different levels of auto protection available. He helps them select the policy that best meets their needs, at a price they can afford. As a leader in the insurance industry, Roy and his staff have the ability to provide the financial backing and stability of a large company, but also the warmth and personalized attention - quality customer service that so many other companies lack. “Our clients know they can trust us. I am extremely big on building relationships with my clients and I love what I do,” he said. “My goal when I started this business 47 years ago – my responsibility is to help you understand. When you leave here, if I can educate you and help you better understand what your financial
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risk is, you can base your decision how much risk you’re willing to take.” Roy has earned the LUTCF (Life Underwriter Training Council) designation, a Fellowship awarded by The American College and The National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors. In order to help his clients and to run his business with the highest level of expertise, he is supported with a highly experienced staff that includes Suzan, Denise, Danielle, and Kylie. Both Suzan and Denise have over 40 years of State Farm experience. State Farm offers smartphone apps that enable their clients to check their policy anytime, anywhere. This is extremely convenient, should you get into an accident, as with just a click of a button, roadside assistance can be on its way. In addition, it gives you the opportunity to file a claim immediately and provides step by step instructions of exactly what to do, such as taking the necessary pictures of the accident, and contacting the right people. Also, as long as you have your phone, you never have to worry about not having your insurance card, as it is saved in your State Farm app. Roy takes pride in his community involvement supporting local businesses, organizations including Idlewild Baptist Church, American Red Cross and Junior Special Olympics. But what he enjoys best about his job is, of course, helping people. “When someone walks out of this office, we’ve helped them protect their family and their future. When I was just starting out, I had a district manager tell me, Roy, you are going to be able to do something that very few people can do. You’re going to be able to punch holes of light in the darkness of their lives,” Roy said. “Whether it’s providing life insurance, auto insurance, home insurance, health insurance or protecting their financial investment, opening the agency is one of the best decision I’ve ever made in my life.” For more information visit www.royhooker.net or contact Roy and his team at 813.855.1111 or visit his office at 10973 Countryway Blvd to get the best coverage to protect you and your family. OCTOBER 2017
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Serving our Community Since 1998, Done Rite Roofing is an Owens Corning Platinum Roofing Contractor By Katie Thomas For nearly two decades, Done Rite Roofing has been a leading roofing company, serving homeowners and business owners in our area with excellent service, innovation in roofing products, and dedication to quality workmanship. Done Rite Roofing’s customers have brought them many referrals through the years and have praised the company’s hard work and integrity, helping Done Rite Roofing to gain recognition and the respect of the community they serve. Jason and Christina Loiacano are the owners of Done Rite Roofing and they have worked diligently to build a reputation that is as solid and strong as the roofs they build and guarantee. They never use subcontractors; with Done Rite, you are always working with an owner. Serving both residential and commercial customers, Done Rite
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Roofing specializes in new construction and reroofing of all types of roofs including shingled, flat, metal, and tile. The company also installs roof vents and installs and repairs skylights. Done Rite Roofing’s showroom is located in Palm Harbor, but they are happy to bring samples to the homes of their customers. They strive to make things as easy for their
customers as possible. Jason and Christina expect a lot from their employees, and the mutual respect between employer and employee at Done Rite Roofing has resulted in a crew that is talented and dedicated. “Most of our employees have been with us for over eighteen years,” says Jason. Christina adds, “Their loyalty is like no other.” This
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loyalty to the team translates into dedication to customers and making sure each job is a “Done Rite” job! Owens Corning – Superior Roofing Products & Attic Insulation In February 2016 Done Rite Roofing was nominated, and is now on the Owens Corning Platinum Contractor Advisory Board. This is
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something that the Loiacano family is very proud of, and Jason shared, “There are only 250 Owens Corning Platinum Roofing Contractors across the U.S., of which only 14 are nominated for a seat on the contractor advisory board. It is an honor that only one-percent of companies achieve. We get a chance to play an active role in the decisions and development of Owens Corning’s line of products and services.” Jason adds, “This is a benefit to our customers because we will be the first to know about and the first to be able to install new products in roofing and insulation. For instance, we recently began offering clients upgrades to their attic insulation, which can reduce energy costs up to 30%.” Customers can choose to upgrade their attic insulation at the same time as their roof replacement, or it is also offered as a stand-alone service with no roof services. Done Rite Roofing uses Owens Corning’s AttiCat® blown-in attic insulation; millions of tiny air pockets give the material its insulating power and because fiberglass insulation will not settle, it maintains the same energy-saving level
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over time, keeping the home comfortable for years to come. Owens Corning also has provided Done Rite Roofing a platform to help our country’s military servicemen and servicewomen through the Owens Corning Deployment Project. Done Rite Roofing was among select roofing contractors that were handpicked by Owens Corning to help with this worthwhile project. Jason says all of the employees at Done Rite Roofing are looking forward to helping military families. Rave Reviews for Done Rite! Verna Blackwell says, “Done Rite Roofing is an excellent and professional company. They accomplished my complex roofing problems efficiently and quickly. The team was speedy and was able to get a new roof entirely installed in 3 days. Overall we’re pleased with the quality of the work and service, and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend friends that are having roof issues.” Mike T. says, “From start to finish, Done Rite Roofing provided a fair estimate, met their deadline, had outstanding workmanship, and took
the time to answer any questions I may have regardless of how insignificant they may seem. I would highly recommend Done Rite Roofing!” Brian says, “I’ve never experienced such professionalism and dedication as I seen with Steve and Greg. These men let me know what was wrong with the roof as well as work diligently throughout the day. The work they performed and the professionalism they showed I was extremely pleased. Steve and Greg thank you for such a great job.” Susan says, “You can’t beat the service that is provided by Done Rite Roofing. The company stuck to their original quote, to the penny. They also did not try to up-sale me. They under promised, and over delivered.” Throughout the entire roofing project, Done Rite Roofing wants to make sure that their clients are completely satisfied. Jason and Christina’s son actively checks every project to ensure all employees are following safety standards, and Owens Corning inspects the installation once it is complete; just two more ways that Done Rite Roofing makes sure
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everything is done right for their clients. If you need a roof inspection or FHA inspection, Done Rite is on the job! And, if you are concerned that your roof may be reaching the end of its life and want to make sure that your shelter will stand up to the weather, Done Rite offers free roof evaluations. Done Rite Roofing services Hillsborough, Pasco, and Pinellas Counties. They offer 100% interest free financing as well as senior discounts. They are even there for you during emergencies, with 24-hour emergency repairs and a guaranteed rapid response. Done Rite Roofing is constantly updating promotions and specials on their website, Facebook page (facebook.com/DoneRiteInsulation and facebook.com/DoneRiteRoofing) and twitter account. Make sure you check them out! Done Rite Roofing is open Mon. - Fri., 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. Log on to DoneRiteRoofinginc.com or doneriteinsulation.com for more information about roofing and insulation services. Or, call Done Rite Roofing at 813-926-8747.
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“Cleaning Angel” Continued from page 1 company whose employees are background checked, carefully trained, drug-free and covered by worker’s compensation. Attentive to the details of her company, Donna gives kudos to other likeminded business owners. “We live in a country with a lot of small businesses and I salute all the other small businesses that are doing things the right way: Protecting themselves, their employees, and their customers by having the proper insurance.” Donna says, “Next to your doctor, there’s nothing more personal than your cleaning service, which is why we take so many steps to protect you and make you feel at ease with our service. My customers don’t have to worry because I’ve done the homework and I carry the liability.” True to her family’s hardworking legacy, Donna is steadfast in her dedication to her business, her employees, and her clients. “I can’t believe nearly 26 years have gone by,” says Donna. “This took a lot of dedication…tremendous dedication.” She adds, “I’ve seen a lot of cleaning services come and go, but we are here for the long term. Now we are bigger and better than ever and are the number one cleaning service in Tampa Bay. I am so excited I still have a lot of the same customers for over 20 years!” Donna’s right hand, Office Manager Maria Santilli, is a blessing according to Donna. Maria truly appreciates Donna as well, and considers her a mentor. “Customers love how much time Donna takes to meet, greet and explain everything we have to offer them in person,” says Maria. “We are branching out more into commercial cleaning. Such as, doctors’ and real estate offices, insurances agencies and other small businesses.” Steve Insolia, who is in charge of the other division; Window cleaning, tile and grout cleaning, Donna says, “He has been a great
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Every employee that Donna hires is background checked, drug free and covered by workman’s compensation. This is part of the reason why Donna’s Cleaning Angels is the first choice of so many people in our area. asset to the company!” As her business continues to grow, she is able to support even more families through year-round, reliable employment, while meeting the needs of a still growing customer base. She says, “It is a great feeling to know that I provide a full time, secure job for 30 people.”
Professionalism, Start to Finish From the first moment that new customers talk on the phone to Maria, they realize this is a professional company. Knowledgeable and personable, Maria is ready to answer any questions about Donna’s Cleaning Angels, including availability and the complete list of services the company provides, which are extensive and basically cover any type of cleaning need you have, from weekly cleaning and much more. Building honest, dependable
relationships is just as important to Donna as providing quality cleaning. “My girls are ‘my girls’—we are like a close knit family,” says Donna. “I appreciate and take care of them and they appreciate and take care of our clients. It’s a win win situation. Whether you are a retiree, busy with your career, or a full-time mom, Donna’s “Angels” will make your life easier. “Using the basic principles of mutual respect combined with good, old-fashioned elbow grease, the angels produce a heavenly sparkle,” says Donna. “Our customers love our back-to-basics, old-fashioned cleaning techniques, often reminding them of
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how their grandmothers used to clean.” To ensure that every client is happy after each cleaning, Donna offers comment cards, regularly checks in with her clients, and has regular meetings with her staff. Many people ask Donna where she finds such excellent help. She handpicks her “Angels” through close associations at area churches and Career Central and referrals from her clients. “I feel that this is a great way to find good, honest people,” says Donna. Donna’s Cleaning Angels work in teams, and there is a team leader on every job. The teams are in uniforms with the Donna’s Cleaning
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Angels logo and wearing close-toed, non-slip shoes, which Donna says is a requirement to meet OSHA standards of safety and one that not all cleaning companies adhere to. Donna’s Cleaning Angels are provided with a large canvas kit containing the high
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quality cleaning products for every job. What’s more, every employee that Donna hires is background checked, drug free and covered by workman’s compensation. This is part of the reason why Donna’s Cleaning Angels is the first choice of so many people in our area. Every tool and cleaning product – from the professional grade vacuums to the lint-free cleaning rags – are carefully chosen by Donna, who has provided only the best to her clients and her employees since she first started her business nearly 26 years ago. Potential new customers are provided with a free, in-home estimate, and a folder that contains: Certificates of Liability Insurance for everyone affiliated with Donna’s Cleaning Angels, a copy of their business license, written referrals from customers, and informational sheets about Donna’s Cleaning Angels, its history, ownership, and information about the ReferA-Friend program. Residential and commercial clients alike appreciate that Donna’s Cleaning Angels is completely professional about providing such a personal service.
The Donna’s Cleaning Angels’ logo-wrapped cars and trucks can often be seen around the neighborhoods of Pasco, Hillsborough and North Pinellas Counties, and this hasn’t missed the notice of two of the most important people in Donna’s life. “I’ve been told by family and friends that I don’t give myself enough credit,” shares Donna. “A few weeks ago when my young grandsons came to visit, one said, ‘Grammy you are famous! We see your cars and advertisements all over the place!’ At that moment, I realized how fortunate I am. I told them it takes hard work, determination and strength! I am not a franchise, nor did I have the backing of another company; I did this on my own. It makes me happy to know that this is a legacy that I can now leave my grandchildren.”Donna adds, “At the end of the day I thank God for my blessings – the great people who work for me, a great business, my health, my home, my loved ones and my family. God bless you all and God bless America.” If you are ready for a heavenly cleaning, schedule a free
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consultation with Donna’s Cleaning Angels at 727-942-8289, and be sure to ask about the Refer-AFriend program that can earn you a free cleaning. Gift certificates are available and make a perfect gift for anyone!
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“Sweet Magnolia” Continued from page 1 from High School, Haylee set off to New York to attend baking school, knowing that she would one day open her own sweet shop. After years of honing her skills and experimenting under Master Baker’s, Haylee returned to the Bay Area to work under Chef Ostrander at the St. Pete Bakery, where she was able to perfect her baking skills in her own style and move on to open her very own bakery, Sweet Magnolia. The name Sweet Magnolia Bakery is a homage to Chef Haylee’s favorite bakery in New York and to her Florida heritage. Haylee wanted to create a place that honored her time in New York as a baking student, as well as honor her Florida roots. A sweet name was created and Sweet Magnolia Bakery opened shop to serve the delectable baked goods to dessert lovers in the area. Chef Haylee works with the finest ingredients available and believes in making everything from scratch. Nothing comes out of a box or or frozen at Sweet Magnolia Bakery. From the cookies, cakes, bread and cheesecakes to the strudels, cannoli,
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pies and brownies - Chef Haylee and her team never cut corners and always go the extra mile to finish off their mouth-watering delectable treats! Sweet Magnolia Bakery even has options that taste amazing for those with Celiac-Disease, dietary restrictions and vegan diets! Some of the delicious choices to pick from at Sweet Magnolia Bakery include: Tiramisu, Bread Pudding, Lemon Bars, Key Lime Bars, Apple Hand Pies, N.Y. Cheesecake, Chicago Cheesecake, Blueberry Pound Cake
Banana Nut Bread, Fudge Brownie’s and more! These are just a few options off Sweet Magnolia Bakery’s dessert menu. Haylee has created a GlutenFree menu that includes: Peanut Butter Cookies, Clichey, Marjolaine, Buckeyes, Espresso Cookies, Coconut Macaroons and Brownies among others! Searching for something more savory? You’ll find an entire list of Savory options at Sweet Magnolia, including: Fresh Baked Breads, Chicken Pot Pie, Pizza, Bagels, Quiche, Ham and Cheese Croissants
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and Challah Bread! Sweet Magnolia Bakery has something for everyone to enjoy and delve into with the peace of mind that they are consuming the best ingredients possible. From the Switzerland jams to the ganache made from Belgian chocolate - Chef Haylee and her team hand select every ingredient to make your experience a truly one of a kind delight! The two words, From Scratch, are truly what set Sweet Magnolia Bakery apart from the rest and Haylee upholds her
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standards to provide fresh, handmade, from scratch treats - always! Word-of-mouth from happy customers have allowed Sweet Magnolia Bakery to expand to two fabulous locations in order to better serve the community. Satisfied customer Linda says, “Went in to get something special for my husband's birthday...staff was extremely nice and helpful with picking out a yummy treat. I got him a carrot cake cupcake; said it was the best he ever had. We also purchased a gluten free chocolate with raspberry filling, a yellow cake with strawberry champagne filling; both with butter cream frosting. A note to remember, always allow them to come up to room temperature so the butter softens. So good! Made with top notch ingredients. Not your average bakery. Plus it was great to have some gluten free options!” “I love this new bakery, great location and style. My husband is British and he always complains that we don’t have "real" bakeries here” says Sarah. “He was impressed by the quality and made-from-scratch recipes. Love the soups and sandwiches. Perfect all in one stop for lunch, treats, birthday or wedding cakes and elegant desserts for your dinner party. We will definitely be back often.” Chris raves, “I've been to a lot of bakeries before, and trust me when you see my belly you will know this to be true. They not only have baked goods but they make excellent soup and sandwiches too. I wish I would have known about Sweet Magnolia Bakery before I got married, because I would have not wasted my time going to eight different other bakeries to do cake tastings. I would have just made the decision to get a cake with these good folks. Excellent customer service with a smile. I from here on out will buy all my baked goods including any family or friends birthday cakes. Absolutely to die for!” At Sweet Magnolia Bakery you can truly taste the difference. The creativity, imagination, and passion that goes into every menu item gives Sweet Magnolia Bakery a type of sweet baked magic that can be seen and tasted! Don't miss out on this sweetness!
Chef and founder of Sweet Magnolia Bakery, Haylee Shaddock (above) has loved the art and magic of baking since she was a young girl (below).
Sweet Magnolia Bakery is located in Westchase at 10112 Montague Street and in St. Pete at 1961 4th Street North. They are closed on Mondays. For a full list of operating hours check out their website sweetmagnoliabakery.com where you can currently enter a contest to win a free cake, which happens every month! Tampa Bay News & Lifestyles
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Westchase Colonics: A Happier You Starts from Within! By Michelle Natkin Every day our bodies are being battered with pollutants from food, air, and stress, so it stands to reason that when your colon is cleansed and re-hydrated the well-being of your entire body is enhanced. At Westchase Colonics, Missy Belmonte’s focus is natural digestive health by offering colonic irrigation, far infrared sauna detox, digestive supplements and more. You get all this for $237! Colonics, also known as colon hydrotherapy, is a method of removing waste from the colon without the use of drugs or laxatives. Introducing filtered water into the colon, the waste is softened resulting in evacuation through natural intestinal movement. Most people find the procedure to be quite relaxing, with no discomfort. After the matter is removed from the colon, some people have reported losing as much as 20 pounds! Detoxification is vital because it strengthens the body’s immune
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system and helps the processes function efficiently. Sweating is a safe and natural way to heal and maintain good health. Westchase Colonics offers Infrared Sauna Detox which is one of the healthiest and most effective methods for inducing a detoxifying sweat. Far infrared saunas are believed to be more effective than traditional saunas because in a far infrared sauna only 80 to 85% of the sweat is water with the non-water portion being cholesterol, fat-soluble toxins and toxic heavy metals. It is recommended that therapy time be no more than 30 minutes with the optimal sauna experience occurring between 100° and 130°F. After each session and ridding your body of its toxins, natural sauna detox may help relieve any unfavorable symptoms, prevent future illness and increase overall health and vitality. Each session is designed by Missy at Westchase Colonics and based on each client’s experience and goals. With Westchase Colonics getting you on the right track to a more desirable you, we can’t forget about
Westchase Colonics is professional and serene the nutritional side of your health. Missy will incorporate all foods into your diet in a healthy, balanced way. She promotes personalized, healthy eating styles recognizing food preferences, lifestyle, cultural and ethnic traditions, as well as addresses any health concerns that may impact your individual food choices. What
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you eat and the quality of your digestive health go hand in hand. Missy is available to recommend supplements to better your digestive health. These nutriments help keep the body healthy by combating any negative effects as well as enhance nutrient absorption and strengthen your immune system.
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Westchase Colonics has a bright, cheery office, allowing patients to relax in a comfortable stress-free setting. It is important to know you are not alone. We’ve all experienced digestive issues or felt uncomfortable with our body at one time. Some issues are harder than others but many of them can be fixed with the right team by your side along with some simple adjustments and maintenance. Make the decision to detoxify your life today. More energy, happiness, and
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better health await you at Westchase Colonics! Westchase Colonics is located at 12513 Bassbrook Ln Tampa, Florida 33626 Hours of Operation MondayFriday 11am-8pm. Saturday: 12-3pm www.westchasecolonics.com
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