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MetroLife8 The Publisher’s Notes

10 People10 The Locale Market12 Pavilion XXIX

14 StyleAutumn Fashions

16 BuzzStuart Society Hosts SmARTly DressedCouple CEO Book Release

18 SpotlightsEvents, Business & Promotions

24 SceneThe Bay Area Social Scene

30 LuxuryFantasy Gifts From Neiman Marcus

32 METRO Sponsored EventCITY: Fashion+Art+Culture

MetroHome34 Décor

The Joy of Entertaining

39 DetailsHoliday Entertaining

40 Hot Properties40 Classic Elegance in Lutz42 Live the Bayshore Life/South Tampa

MetroFamily60 Community

Patel Conservatory Celebrates 10 Years

MetroGuide70 Getaways

Riu Playa Blanca & Riu Plaza Panama

72 WeekenderOrlando World Center Marriott

74 Foodie74 Castile, St. Petersburg Beach76 SoHo Backyard

78 WineThanksgiving Wines

82 LatitudeUnique Sightings Around Tampa Bay

Special Sections62 Metro's Private School Directory

Bay Area's Top Private Schools

67 Health + Beauty GuideDiscover the Latest Trends and Products

81 Metro Dining GuideA Guide to Area Restaurants

Features44 Bean Counters

Tampa Bay's Independent Coffee Shops are Buzzing

BY MARY LOU JANSON

48 A Passion for the SpiritThe Annual Repeal Day Conference and Gala

BY RONDA M. PARAG | PHOTOGRAPHY BY AJ HURLEY

54 Women Helping WomenWomen's Health – Moffitt Merit Society Recognizes

Extraordinary Female Scientists

BY MARY LOU JANSON

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The Season for Family and Friends. The humidity hasdropped and the temperatures are a little cooler as we head intothe holiday season. Gathering with friends and family is always afavorite activity this time of year.

In this issue, METRO provides decorating ideas and inspirationfrom Krayl Funch, who also just released her firstbook. We also found a few great fantasy giftideas from Neiman Marcus in their 2014 ChristmasBook. Don’t fret about what wines to serve duringthe holiday, as Sommelier Kevin Pelley offers upfive favorite wines for your Thanksgiving meal.

Opening soon in Sundial in St. Petersburg willbe a haven for foodies, LOCALE Market. MeetChef Don Pintabona, who will oversee all culinaryoperations on-site, and has been spending timesourcing local farms to stock the market.

Museums on both sides of the Bay are hostingfashionable fundraisers with Tampa Museum ofArt’s Pavilion XXIX and the Stuart Society hosting SmARTly Dressedto benefit the Museum of Fine Art.

We’ve discovered local coffee shops that take their brew seri-ously. Find out what is buzzing at these independent coffee shops.

To celebrate the end of prohibition, the Tampa chapter of theUnited States Bartender Guild will host a Repeal Day Gala onDecember 6. Time to dress up in theme and celebrate.

We are so fortunate to have the doctors and researchers anda world class facility at the Moffitt Cancer Center in our community.Meet three women doctors who are making great strides andrecently received grants from Moffitt’s Merit Society to continuetheir research.

The country of Panama should be considered for your nextvacation, and direct flights with Copa Airlines, make travelingthere easy. The RIU properties of Playa Blanca and Riu Plaza caterto both business travelers and tourists.

Take time to enjoy this season and we’ll see you out on the town!

Enjoy,

Stephen Parag IIPublisher/ Editor-in-Chief

Publisher / Editor-in-ChiefStephen Parag II

Publisher / Managing EditorRonda M. Parag

Associate PublisherPatricia Vorbrich

Executive Art DirectorChad Vorbrich

Contributing WritersMary Lou Janson

Kevin Pelley

Contributing PhotographersMike DupreKrayl Funch

Ashlee HamonRob Harris Productions

Angel HeAJ Hurley

Ellen LeedySoho Images

Heather StalkerJessie Stehlik

Publisher’s Notes

President / CEOStephen Parag II

Vice President / CFOPatricia Vorbrich

Vice PresidentRonda M. Parag

Vice PresidentChad Vorbrich

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A GourmetDestination To Tantalize

St. PetersburgBy Ronda M. Parag

Two talented and celebrated chefshave joined forces to expand the culinarylandscape in the Bay area. James BeardAward-winning Chef Michael Mina andChef and Author, Don Pintabona, who haslocal ties to the area, will open a gourmetstyle market and a restaurant at Sundialplaza later this year. It’s a place wherefoodies will find high quality, locallysourced produce, meat and seafood. TheLOCALE Market will offer ingredients sothat home chefs can prepare their ownmeal, or choose from a haven of preparedand artisan products.

“Being back in the Tampa Bay areahas been very sweet,” Chef Pintabonasaid. “I was a student at USF in Tampafrom 1977 to 1980, so this is somethingI’ve thought about doing for a long time.I’ve always had a great love of the TampaBay area, with relationships with friendshere that extend back 30-plus years. I’vebeen welcomed back like I’ve never left. Ithas been awesome.”

Pintabona left Tampa after graduationfrom USF and headed to New York to

attend The Culinary Institute of America.He has an extensive culinary backgroundand teamed with actor Robert De Niro tobe the Executive Chef of the acclaimedTribeca Grill in the 90s. Upon his recentreturn to the Bay area, Pintabona and histeam have been visiting local farms,including Faithful Farms and GambleCreek Farm, to source the market.

“When we decided to call it LocaleMarket, Michael Mina and I hoped thatthere would be enough local product tosupport the name,” Chef Pintabona said.“I’ve been more than pleasantly surprisedat not only how much there is, but also bythe quality. I’ve been making weekly visitswith Locale team members to local farmsto establish relationships with growers andfishermen. It has been impressive howdriven and passionate the farmers are. Itis mind-blowing how much passion theyhave for what they’re doing.”

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Pavilion XXIX IlluminatesTampa Museum of Art

Opulence returns to the Tampa Museum of Art onNovember 1 as the Museum unveils its signature fallfundraiser, Pavilion.

Regarded as a hallmark in Tampa’s cultural and philanthropiccalendar, Pavilion celebrates the 29 year old tradition that itsfounders envisioned: a spectacular night of fashion, food andentertainment amidst the beauties of the Museum, all benefitingthe Museum’s education and exhibition programs.

“We wanted this year’s Pavilion to literally be all about art.We were inspired by the City of Tampa Lights On Tampa projectand their recommendation of Chicago-based artists Sean(Gallero) and Petra (Bachmaier) of Luftwerks,” said AndersonWakefield, who is co-chairing the event along with her mother,

Pavilion XXIX | November 1, 2014 | 7 pm until midnightTampa Museum of Art | 120 W. Gasparilla Plaza

Pavilion tickets range from $600 to $1,250. After Party tickets are $100 in advance, $125 at the door. Call Kathy Lowy at 813.421.8372 to purchase tickets or for more information.

Tilda Brabson. “Pavilion guests will be immersed in aninstallation of light and video that has been created specificallyfor the museum lobby, and will cover all 48 panels of glass andbe visible both inside and out day and night.”

What to expect? Guests of Pavilion will enjoy a live auction ofluxury items, decadent culinary creations by Mise en Place andChocolate Pi, live entertainment, hours of dancing, flowingcocktails, stunning views, an eclectic crowd and the After Party, alate-night soirée, one that keeps the Pavilion celebration goinguntil midnight. The event is perennially one of the city’s best.

Social calendar already booked? Don’t fret. You can enjoyLuftwerks immersive experience of video and light, as the artistswork will remain on view November 2 through 9.

Mother-Daughter team of Tilda Brabson and Anderson Wakefield are the Co-Chairs for Pavilion XXlX

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Autumn FashionsThe cooler temperatures say its time for boots and sweaters. Local boutiques have the latest trends for Fall with clothing and accessories for the season.

Wrapped in ComfortBoxy Knitted Sweater inCement. Acrylic, Nylon,

and Rabbit fur. $68.Greenleggings are textured

stretch leggings with elasticwaist. $57. Available at Liz Murtagh Boutique,

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Stylin’ BootsBed Stu Tan Newark lace up

back leather boots. $260. Available at Liz Murtagh Boutique,

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All About the FringeFun and flirty Metallic Ponchos inthree colors for Fall – black, taupeand ivory. Taupe shown. $38.Available at Cerulean Blu,www.ceruleanblu.com.

Be-JeweledStunning sterling silver graduated necklaceconsisting of white baroque pearl, druzyagate, crystal quartz, mother of pearl,

and moonstone created by localdesigner, Meredith Haws. $350.Available at Deborah Kent’s, www.deborahkents.com.

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Gloss for a CauseThe Pretty Pink Lip Gloss Collectionby Bobbi Brown is filled with ultra-

pretty pinks that will make your lipsshimmer. With every purchase ofthe Collection, Bobbi Brown will

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Art and FashionCollide at

SmARTly DRESSED

It’s time to dress to impress at the37th annual fall fashion show, luncheonand silent auction, to benefit theMuseum of Fine Arts presented by TheStuart Society, chaired this year byCarol Fisher and Elise Minkoff. NeimanMarcus will present a runway fashionshow to showcase the latest falldesigns. If you are not quite ready tocall it an afternoon, after the mainevent, guests have the option of attendinganother event, BACKSTAGE, wherethere will be a signature drink, cash barand hors d’oeuvres, as well as, fashionsby Tom Ford, jewelry by Deborah Gaspar,and cosmetics by Kate Somerville.

As a married couple of over 20years, Scott and Heidi Shimberg haveworked together, given back to the com-munity together and are raising threechildren together. Now, the entrepre-neurial couple have written a book toshare their ideas and thoughts on creat-ing a successful partnership.

“The inspiration for our book,CoupleCEO: From the Bedroom to theBoardroom and Back, arose from countlessreactions or comments from others on

TicketsNovember 5, 2014 from 11am - 1:30pm at theVinoy Renaissance St. Petersburg Resort & GolfClub. Tickets are $125 that includes preferredseating or $175 including a ticket to the DressRehearsal Event on October 28 at NeimanMarcus in Tampa. Tickets for BACKSTAGE arelimited and $50. For more information visitwww.thestuartsociety.org or call 727-422-3301.

The Secrets to Living, Workingand Playing Together

how we could work together and enjoyeach other as well in our personal life,” saysScott and Heidi Shimberg. “They wanted toknow the ‘secret sauce’ to this entrepre-neurial couple lifestyle of working and livingtogether successfully, so we thought we’dbottle it up and share it with others.”

The book is currently available forpre-order in paperback or hardcover atAmazon and Barnes & Noble and Ebookformat. The book will be available at localbookstores on November 11.

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Cru has always been known for the best glass list in town,and now, with a new kitchen in back, Chef Brad Sobo (formerlyof Sidebern’s for over six years), is carefully crafting delicioussmall plates and entrees to pair with Wine Director WilliamLucius’ stunning wine list.

“Much of the inspiration from the menu came from dishesthat I’ve always loved to eat when I go out, but can rarely find,”says Chef Sobo. A native of St. Louis, Chef Sobo plays on thetraditional Toasted Ravioli his town is known for, by filling thehouse-made pastas with Meruez sausage. Another menuhighlight is the Duck Confit, which is a two day process tomake, and Sobo says, “When I walk in the building afterletting it cook overnight, the smell is fantastic!”

Wine Director William Lucius tastes more than 50 wines aweek, and constantly tweaks the list in order to introduce themost delicious and compelling wines to guests. About ChefSobo, Lucius notes “His talents and understanding of the delicateinterplay of food and wine helps create a great synergy.”

The Cru Wine Bar is open from 4:30 to 10pmTuesday - Thursday, 4:30 to 11pm on Friday, and noon to11pm on Saturdays. The retail shop opens at noon. Check outthe menu and upcoming events at www.crucellarstampa.com.

A Perfect Pairing at CRU Cellars

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Fashionable guests of a fun-filledFriday night of shopping at HadenReid Boutique in South Tampa,enjoyed wine and cheese, music, andfashion, hair and makeup tips fromAutumn Ingraham, of www.amazin-glookingimage.com. Owner, RachelMazzuco, welcomes you to stop in fora fresh, new look. 2616 W. KennedyBlvd., 813-873-1700, www.hadenreid-boutique.com. Photo: Rachel Mazzuco, Owner, Autumn Ingraham, Stylist

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The Capital Grille, known for its dryaged steaks and award-winning wine list,announces the return of its Wagyu andWine program, a limited-time, gourmetburger and wine pairing experience offeredexclusively in the restaurant’s lounge. Nowthrough November 23, 2014, guests of thelounge area can enjoy one of three featuredAmerican Wagyu beef burgers paired witha glass of Jordan Cabernet Sauvignon orJ Pinot Noir for the price of $25.813-830-9433, www.thecapitalgrille.com.

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Celebrate the return of autumn withthe season's classic flavors at Seasons 52.Available through mid November, themenu features a range of dishes high-lighting mushrooms, squash, apples andfall spices, including cloves, cinnamonand star anise. A trio of roasted mushroomflatbread is a delicious starter, along withbutternut squash soup, and a warm harvestmushrooms and arugula salad. Maincourses feature roasted manchester farmsquail with mushroom risotto stuffing, leafspinach, bacon and a balsamic demi-glaze.Also, there is an oak-grilled rack of lambwith caramelized root vegetables, yukongold mashed potatoes, and pomegranatesauce. Finish with Seasons 52’s miniindulgences.

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It was a celebration for all thingsjeweled at Tresca Italia’s secondanniversary party. Guests enjoyedspecial pricing on Tresca’s signatureCapri sandals, and jewelry by AlexisBittar and French Kande. Owner,Lori Gibson, made sure everyone washaving a fun and fashionable time byhosting with a martini bar anddelicious appetizers.

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The Florida Aquarium officiallyopened the brand new Carol J. andBarney Barnett Learning Center with aVIP ribbon cutting ceremony. TheCarol J. and Barney Barnett LearningCenter is part of the second phase ofthe Aquarium’s Rising Tides CapitalCampaign, and is the result of a $1Million donation from the Barnett familyin May 2012. The center features fivethemed learning spaces with integratedtechnology and live animal habitats.“We are very pleased to support TheFlorida Aquarium’s educationalprograms,” said Carol J. and BarneyBarnett. “The youth of today are theones who will be protecting the oceanstomorrow. Our hope is that theLearning Center will inspire the nextgeneration of ocean advocates.”

PHOTO (above): Tom Hall (Tucker Hall), Carol J. Barnett, Barney Barnett, Thom Stork (President & CEO), Tajai (Thom’s grandson)

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FARA Energy Ball: FARA Energy Ball event Co-Chairs Tod and Tara Leiweke helped to raise

more than $1.8 million for the fight against Friedreich’s Ataxia to benefit the Friedreich’s Ataxia

Research Alliance and USF Health Ataxia Research Center. Chairing the event for the fourth

year, the Leiweke’s agreed to chair in 2015 too. The live auction included two chocolate

Labrador puppies that went for $30,000 and $35,000 each. WFTS-Ch. 28 anchor, Wendy Ryan

was the evening’s emcee. Suzanne and Paul Avery spoke of their commitment to the cause

and cure and expressed gratitude to the more than 800 guests in attendance. The Spazmatics

rocked the 80s music and got the dance floor hopping. | 2014 “White Hot Summer Night”

Celebrity Dinner: Guests at the DeBartolo Family Foundation’s inaugural “White Hot Summer

Night” Celebrity Dinner were coolly dressed in all white attire hosted at Eddie V’s Prime Seafood

in Tampa. Notable guests included Eddie DeBartolo, Jr., Winky Wright, Martin Gramatica,

Brooke Bennett, Toby Hall and Ian Beckles, as well as several local media personalities, includ-

ing: Jayde Donovan, Ashley Glass, Corey Dylan, Jenn Holloway and Russell Rhodes. In cele-

bration of the summer season, guests were invited to enjoy cocktails and a four-course dinner

with wine pairing, all while listening to the cool, sultry sounds of local jazz trio, Phase 5, which

performed throughout the evening in the restaurant’s V Lounge.

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puppy that was auctioned (3)Chris & Sandi Sullivan (4) Alexis Sotolongo, Andy Garrett (5) Debbie Karam, Marie

Stone (6) Dina & Howard Sachs (7) Samantha Beaver, Robert Provalenko (8) Brad Albers (Executive Chef

Partner), Kim Kraimer (Sales Manger), Steve Hickey (Managing Partner), Tara Larrea (Sous Chef) (9) Jane

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2014 Tuxes & Tails: The 12th Annual Tuxes & Tails Masquerade was a great success with 19 adopt-

able dogs and cats finding forever homes. Among those strutting the runway with an adoptable

dog were Tampa Police Chief Jane Castor, County Commissioner Sandy Murman and Attorney

General Pam Bondi. More than $143,000 was raised to benefit the Humane Society of Tampa Bay.

Event Co-Chairs Meredith Haws Balasco and Letitia McKibbon helped to pack the Marriott

Waterside with a sell-out crowd of 700 guests. Russell Rhodesand Cynthia Smootwere back as the

emcee’s for the evening. Other fashionable guests in attendance included Steve & Tiffany Yerrid,

Harvey & Cheryl Adams, Toni Everett, Ben & Henderson Lee, Heather Van Nest & Michael Kessler,

Heather Kendall and Gar & Elise Lippincott. Guests were also able to donate to the “Karyn

Ringhaver Medical Fund” which was created in memory of Karyn Ringhaverwho was a dedicated

volunteer and donor to the Humane Society of Tampa Bay. | CITY: Fashion+Art+Culture Sponsor

Party: Sponsors and partners of CITY 2014 gathered at Eddie V’s Prime Seafood to celebrate the

fashionable event to benefit the Tampa Museum of Art. Delicious hors d’oeuvres and wine were

served to the guests gathered in the bar. Event chair, Sandy Justerand Co-chair, Mary Kellyalong

with Acting Museum Director, Seth Pevnick welcomed and thanked everyone in attendance. |

Tampa Brinner of Hope: It is always fun to have breakfast for dinner at the Pediatric Cancer

Foundation’s annual Brinner of Hope event. Guests dined on cereal, scrambled eggs, bacon, and

pancakes and waffles, to raise more than $100,000 for the Foundation to help fast-track clinical tri-

als. Dick Vitale was honored to receive the first, Dick Vitale Heart of Gold award, from Executive

Director Nancy Crane. Chadwick Loarwas the Brinner Chair and FOX Sports Florida anchor, Dave

Reynolds served as the event emcee. Friends since kindergarten, Tony Colton, 14, and Kyle Peters,

15, spoke of their cancer experience. Both boys are now in remission.

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Tampa Museum of Art Member Preview: Gold and Platinum Patron members and invited guests

enjoyed a sneak peek of the newest exhibit at the Tampa Museum of Art — Renior to Chagall: Paris

and the Allure of Color prior to opening to the public. The exhibition, presented by PNC Bank, will

be on display through January 11, 2015. A Q & A session with TMA’s Acting Director & Chief Curator,

Seth Pevnick & Kevin Sharp, Director of the Dixon Gallery and Gardens, enlightened museum

devotees about the exhibition. | Tampa Theatre’s 13th Annual WineFest: The Tampa Theatre host-

ed the most successful WineFest to date netting almost $100,000 for the Tampa Theatre’s artistic

endeavors, educational programs and ongoing restoration. The movie-themed event this year,

chaired by John Wolf II, was Monty Python and the Holy Grape. The Wine Tasting on Friday and

Wine Pairing Dinner, Saturday on stage, were sold out and Sunday’s Wine brunch drew a record

attendance. A new event was added this year to include a 95+ Tasting held at the Tampa Club.

WineFest hosted 775 people during the four events. | 12th Annual Imagination Gala: The Road to

Emerald City theme set the stage for the 12th annual benefit for the Glazer Children’s Museum held

at TPepin’s Hospitality Centre, and as a nod to the upcoming The Wizard of Oz exhibit opening in

February 2015. The stunning décor was created by the creative team of Lynn McGee and Frank

Clemente of conceptBAIT. Puff ’n Stuff Catering offered delectable dinner and creative appetizers

including a colorful and festive dessert bar. Funds raised support the educational exhibits,

programs and community partnerships of the museum. Gold Sponsors included the Casper

Company, Glazer Family Foundation, Helios Education Foundation and the Yankees.

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Cornelia Corbett (28) Kevin Sharp, Joan & Jim Jennewein (29) Mickey Jacob & Dianne Jacob

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Fantasy GivingMost of us can agree it is better to give than to receive,but if you are lucky enough to dream big, perhaps oneof these Fantasy Gifts from Neiman Marcus will make itto your house for the holidays. A portion of each gift willalso benefit The Heart of Neiman Marcus Foundation.

Let the Good Times RollExperience NOLA like never beforewith a stay in the heart of theFrench Quarter, world-class dining,museums and more. The finaleincludes a ride in the spectacularOrpheus Parade, followed by theblack-tie Orpheus Ball. The ultimate experience for six couples. $125,000. Visitwww.NeimanMarcus.com/FantasyMardiGras.com.

Luxury for the HomeThis unique gift offers custom linens for your entire home. Founder of Leontine Home Trousseau’s, Jane Scott Hodges, will personally visit your home to help select linens for every room from the bedroom to the pool house. $55,000. Visitwww.NeimanMarcus.com/FantasyTrousseau.

Italian BeautyThe keys to a new Italian car will certainly be satisfactory with the 100th

Anniversary Neiman Marcus Limited-Edition Maserati Ghibli S Q4. This is oneof 100 extraordinary vehicles created to celebrate the car company’s100th Anniversary. $95,000. www.NeimanMarcus.com/FantasyMaserati.

Scent of a WomanOnly one Neiman Marcus customer will have

the pleasure of creating their own customfragrance from House of Creed. Meet with

Master Perfumer, Oliver Creed to create theultimate custom scent, in Paris. Enjoy five-staraccommodations, white-glove car service

and private tours. $475,000. Visitwww.NeimanMarcus/FantasyCreed

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When:Friday, September 19, 2014

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The fashionistas were on fulldisplay at the Tampa Museum ofArt’s annual runway fashion showpresented by Neiman Marcus. Chair,Sandy Juster and Co-chair, MaryKelly helped create a fun andcertainly, fashionable, evening. PRManager from Neiman Marcus,Robert Roubideaux, and assistant,Andrea Stephens, created a stunningrunway show with all the Fall trends.Guests enjoyed passed horsd’oeuvres from Grille One Sixteenand the delicious salmon andtenderloin from Eddie V’s PrimeSeafood. The evening ended with aspread of sweet confections fromKim Yelvington’s, Chocolate Pi andDJ Felix kept the dance floorcrowded by spinning tunes fromdifferent eras. Premier sponsors forthe evening were The DeBartoloFamily and Jeff and Penny Vinik.

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The Joy of EntertainingBy Ronda M. Parag | Floral & Styling by Krayl Funch

The holiday season is upon us and it is the ideal time to gather

with family and friends to celebrate the past year and look forward

to new beginnings. Lifestyle expert, author and self-proclaimed

dinner party lover, Krayl Funch, shares her passion for entertaining

and ideas to beautify the table. Funch recently released her first book,

An Appealing Plan: A Year of Everyday Celebrations, and it’s chocked

full of ideas for entertaining at home, design and floral ideas, recipes

and creative ways to celebrate the seasons.

“I believe we are bringing back entertaining at home, lingering

over a table after a lovingly prepared meal with friends,” said

Funch. “It has been a way of life and passion of mine my entire

adult life. Celebrate every day by taking the time to slow down and

honor our relationships, the seasons, and ourselves.”

“Entertaining doesn’t need to be stressful or complicated to

be perfect,” Funch said. We hope you will be inspired by

the following seasonal tablescapes that have been designed

and created by Funch, whose mission is to make the world a

beautiful celebration.

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FALL HARVEST TABLEVera Wang Pouring Point Wine Glasses

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CHRISTMAS EVE TABLEJOIE de VIVRE handpainted 13" wood chargers Wedgwood

Wedgwood platinum banded dinner plates

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THANKSGIVING TABLEPottery Barn Striped Tablecloth

Smith and Hawken Vintage Leaf Plates

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Holiday EntertainingThe heart of any home is in the kitchen and duringthe holidays it is a festive time to entertain friendsand family. METRO has found a few essentials tomake the holidays a bit brighter.

Shimmering SilverSet an elegant table withsparkling silver accentsfrom Pier 1 Imports.Snowflake Goblet, $12.95,Evelyn Dinner and SaladPlate, $15.95, 13.95, SilverBead Glass Charger,$24.95. Available at Pier 1Imports, www.pier1.com.

Party in a BucketMake entertaining a breeze bykeeping wine or other drinks onice in this sleek, silver bucket, soguests can serve themselves.

$149. Available at Pottery Barn,www.potterybarn.com.

Burning BrightLight up the room or give the perfectgift with Voluspa’s Chestnut & Vetiver

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Nature NapkinsAdd a bit of the season toa place setting with theseembroidered pineconetable napkins. Set of 4, $32.Available at Pottery Barn,www.potterybarn.com.

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ecently listed, this beautiful, lake-front two-story, gated estate homehas all the comforts to make this

your next home. The French Provincialdesigned five-bedroom, four full and twohalf baths, encompasses over 9,150 squarefeet and comes completely furnished byInterior Designer, George Mazas. Thehome is filled with unique art, rich texturesand custom finishes. Hand-crafted andcustom details include Italian fresco ceilings,detailed crown moldings, marble andBrazilian cherry floors, Pella windows anddoors, Italian bar, stately columns, Vincenzastoned carved mantles and lighting fixtures.

Entering into the grand foyer sets thestage for the luxurious home. The sweeping,double-sided wrought iron staircase leadsto the upstairs to an open art gallery. Themaster suite is downstairs and offers

separate baths and his and her closets.The gourmet kitchen will make any

chef not want to leave this great space.Designed with dual dishwashers andovens, Wolfe Gas cooktop with griddle,there is plenty of room to entertain. Thegranite topped counter-bar keeps thespace open and a great place for gueststo watch all the action in the kitchen.Windows all around the breakfast tablecreate a sunny space to enjoy a casualmeal and stunning views of the lake.The kitchen overlooks the family roomand Italian custom bar.

Entertaining is made easy with a butler’spantry and formal dining room. Extradetails in the dining room include apainted ceiling fresco and gas fireplace.There is also room to store a favoritewine in the 800 bottle wine room. Relax

and read or take care of business in theformal library, while feeling the warmth ofa roaring fire. Upstairs is the guest suitewith a morning bar that will make anyguest feel welcome. In addition, there aretwo bedrooms that share a bath andanother bedroom with its own privatebath. There is no excuse to not work out,as there is an in-home gym.

There is plenty of room to park thecar inside with a four-car garage, or onthe circular drive. Enjoy the beauty oflakefront living with the lush landscaping,pool, spa, and fire pit. M

Located in Lutz, this single family home is currently offered at $2,750,000 through Smith & Associates. Contact Mitzi Gill at 813.839.3800 or visit

www.19105merrylane.smithandassociates.com.

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ocated in South Tampa, only a halfblock from Bayshore Boulevard,this beautiful renovated bungalow

is ideal for a growing family. Built in1910, the two-story home has just over7,000 square feet with five bedrooms andfour bathrooms. The traditional exteriorhas fantastic curb appeal with theupstairs front balcony. Extra interiordetails include hardwood floors, highceilings and beautiful crown moldingthroughout the home. Enter the homethrough double french doors, into a foyerthat is warmed by a brick faced fireplaceand wood mantle.

In addition to the traditional rooms,there is a bar/game room with rich woodpaneling that makes entertaining easy.Friends will gladly take a seat at the bar

and be served. Enjoy a casual familymeal in the dining space that fills withlight and overlooks the sparklingbackyard and pool. Wine lovers will bedelighted with the expansive wine cellar,that can be climate controlled to storethe wine collection.

Ideal for entertaining or relaxing on acool evening, is the large covered outdoorliving area with fireplace. There is also aone bedroom/ one bath apartment withliving room and mini kitchen, that wouldbe ideal for a nanny or mother-in-law.

The master suite was updated withinthe last two years with a spectacular,updated bathroom, including a bath witha spa/hydro massage tub and double sinkareas. There is plenty of storage with hisand hers closets and a separate space for

a home office and sitting room, that opensonto a large balcony overlooking the pooland backyard.

Three other bedrooms are on thesecond floor with two baths. The thirdfloor (access via ladder) could be asixth bedroom, playroom or studio.There is also attic access for additionalstorage too.

Invite guests and family over to enjoythe outside with a heated pool and spa.The home is wonderful for entertainingor simply living. M

Located in South Tampa, this single familyhome is currently offered at $2,600,000through The Toni Everett Co. ContactHenderson Everett at 813.839.5000.

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Workers hand-rolling Ybor City’sworld-famous cigars had cups of cafécon leche to keep them alert. TarponSprings divers collecting natural spongesfrom the Gulf of Mexico can still rely onstrong Greek coffee, to warm them upwhen the waters are chilly.

Tampa Bay and coffee have history,and the desire and demand for thepopular beverage shows no signs ofdiminishing.

In fact, specialtycoffee shops withroots firmly plantedwithin this communityare flourishing, whilecatering to increasinglydiscriminating tastes.Prefer organic or fairtrade coffees? Insist onbrews made from beansfreshly roasted right here

in the Bay area? Crave a custom blendof beans over single origin coffees? Youare in luck, because local entrepreneurshave embraced those concepts to cre-ate specialty coffee shops that offer all ofthe above, and then some. The followinglocal coffee purveyors are among thosesuccessfully satisfying the growing thirst forquality coffees.

Kahwa Coffee Roasting andEspresso Bar Is On a Roll

Kahwa founders Raphael and SarahPerrier, based their coffee-focused busi-ness on selecting the best Arabicabeans, to blend for balance, before

roasting them to peak flavor.Since launching their St.

Petersburg-based company in2005, the couple quickly wonover chefs at leading restau-rants, who insisted on servingthe locally roasted, globallygrown coffees to theirguests.

The first coffee shopboasting the Kahwa nameopened on the groundfloor of a downtown St.Petersburg condominiumin 2008. The European-

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aesthetic, excellent coffees, tastypastries and light bites for lunch, helpedgrow the highly polished collection ofcafés to six locations, with two moresites coming soon to Sarasota andWestchase.

“The main reason people come toKahwa is for the coffee and the service.It’s not just about the coffee but alsoabout the place, the friendliness of thestaff, the way we do coffee and theway we serve it,” said Raphael Perrier,who started in the coffee business as abarista. “We try to create a morepersonable experience from themoment you walk in, until you walk out.”

Innovation is another key to thecompany’s success. New coffees, amore “fun” selection of pastries andsomething called “Kahwa on Wheels,”that Perrier would only hint about, areon the horizon. “We always like to havesomething fun to play with.”

Making Better Coffeethe Buddy Brew Way

Traveling to out-of-the-way cafésto experimenting with out-of-the-ordinary brewing techniques andequipment, were just a few of theways Dave and Susan Ward pursuedtheir mutual passion for finding perfectcoffee. All of those travels and trialseventually convinced the couple thatthey could create superior coffee oftheir own, right at home, by roastingsmall batches of beans.

When word - and samples - of theirsignature roasts began to spread, the

Wards traded upto a commercialroaster and relo-cated their newventure from theirgarage, to acommercial site onKennedy Boulevard.What began asstrictly a wholesale

business named for the couple’sbeloved dog, Buddy, quickly gainedfans eager to savor coffees made fromthe specialty craft roasts.

“Since we had the space and alocation that was perfect, we decidedto start serving coffee but that wasreally an afterthought,” Dave Ward said.“It turned out to be the best thing weever did. The coffee shop really openeddoors for us that helped the wholesalebusiness take off.”

Selecting the idealbeans, perfecting theroasting and prepara-tion process, providingstellar customer serviceand presenting it all ina warm, invitingenvironment. That’sbecome the BuddyBrew trademark thatdrove demand for theoriginal location toexpand, led to a secondlocation at OxfordExchange and will carryover as the couple con-siders where, and when,to go and grow.

Tre Amici The Bunker Inspires Artists, Thinkers

and Coffee Drinkers

This historic building faced certaindestruction before local investorspurchased and transformed it into apopular coffee shop, café and cross-roads for community activists to artists.

In 2004, Tampa attorney Dale Swopeand Joseph Kokolakis, a localcontractor, salvaged the crumbling1,400-square-foot building that datesback to 1926.

What originally opened as a cafecatering to Ybor City’s Cuban cigarrollers, has come full circle, after brieflyserving as a refuge for local veteransbefore falling into disrepair.

Relocated to a prime spotoverlooking Centennial Park, the brickbuilding underwent significantrenovation to restore it and enhance itsluster with a sleek interior design. Thepopular gathering spot known as TheBunker specializes in “meaningfulconversations and great coffee.”Beer and wine are also available as wellas a selection of made-on-the-premises

salads, sandwiches and vegetariandishes.

“They (the owners) wanted to savea piece of Ybor history and give thecommunity something that was nothere,” said Diane Ross, The Bunker’smanager. “This is where people cometo be inspired, share new ideas, reflect,converse or conduct business. And theycan do it in great surroundings.” M

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Take a spirited journey back in time at Tampa’s Repeal

Day Gala, that may be the closest you’ll ever get to time

travel. The Gala celebrates December 5, 1933, the day

that prohibition was repealed, after 13 long years. Then,

as now, we’re ready to cheer and raise a glass.

The Gala is part historic recreation, part modern cele-

bration of the Cocktail Culture. The setting in Historic Ybor

City at the Cuban Club, the attire period hipsters, the

entertainment spirited, the drinks handcrafted by the

areas very best bartenders, will be a party not to miss.

Now in its fifth year, the local chapter of the United

States Bartenders’ Guild Tampa Bay Chapter (USBGTB),

has expanded what was once a one day celebration of

the repeal of prohibition on December 5, 1933. “What

started as a small party in 2010, has expanded to include

four days of dinners, celebrations and educational semi-

nars,” said Justin Gray, chairman of the Repeal Day

Conference and Gala and vice president of the United

States Bartenders’ Guild Tampa Bay Chapter. “Everyone

in the city is invited to attend. We will have attendees from

43 chapters of Bartender Guilds across the states, brand

ambassadors and even international guests.”

Celebrate The End of Prohibition At TheAnnual Repeal Day Conference And Gala

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“Scheduled to lead the seminars and be inattendance will be the Michael Jordans of the spiritindustry,” Gray said. “These are the Fathers andGodfathers of the industry.” Among the current listof attendees are Dale DeGroff, Ian Burrell, PhillipDuff, Elayne Duff, Doug Kragel, Gable Erenzo,Dushan Zaric and Elizabeth Pearce.

The USBGTB’s inspiration for the Gala is to hostthe cocktail party of the year and comes from thecocktails, music and clothing of the era. Guests areencouraged to dress the part and showcase thefashions worn during the Roaring 20s. On Friday,December 5, the Official Repeal Day Kick-Off HappyHour will begin at exactly 5:32 pm, the time theVolstead Act was put to rest 81 years ago. Enjoycocktails by Infinium Spirits and food by Melangefrom Sarasota, while bartenders will compete in acocktail competition and guests will decide thewinner, and the cocktail will be the featured drinkat the Gala on Saturday. It is not just about cocktails,as the craft beer scene has boomed too. CoopertailBrewery will unveil the first Repeal Day beer.

While Gray admits there are many differenttypes of bars and places to grab a drink, a greatbartender wants to bring an experience to theguest. “We are the Bar Chefs,” said Gray.


Gray believes the trend of the craze for thecocktail culture is an extension of consumers beingconscious of what food they put into their bodies.“The ‘art’ of the cocktail requires the best and freshestingredients,” Gray said. “It is not about creating thestrongest drink to get drunk, it is about an art formand having a passion for the spirit. A lot of love,care and craftsmanship goes into that drink.”

The conference and gala will benefit the UnitedStates Bartenders’ Guild National CharityFoundation, Museum of the American Cocktail andBecause of Ezra. M

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Family heirlooms, formal furnishings and an interiordefined by a deep, rich color scheme, perfectly suitedSteve and Patti Kruger and their four children while livingin a colonial-style New England home, nestled on a two-acre parcel.

Longtime residents of the Boston area and life-longNew Englanders, the Krugers loved the lifestyle and livingspace that marked their more than 18 years in Duxbury,MA. When a chance to advance Steve’s career requiredrelocation, family members faced uprooting their lives forthe first time.

New job responsibilities re-assigned his regionalterritory from the Northeast to the South, and a longdistance commute was not an option for the close-knitfamily. The two oldest children, daughters Geralyn andMeredith, were away attending college but their sons,Nick and Zack, were about to start high school.

Decisions were made, the house was listed, belongingspacked and the search for a permanent home in Tampawas under way. Determined to live in the Plant HighSchool district, the family had to act quickly to be ready forthe first day of the new school year.

“We put our house on the market and it sold at thefirst showing,” said Patti. With the school enrollmentdeadline looming, there was no time to cull through thecontents filling 11 rooms of their former home so everythingwas packed, moved and stored while the family rented afurnished home on Harbour Island for three months.

Women Helping Women

Casual conversation and morning coffee flowed

during the January breakfast meeting of the Moffitt Merit

Society, but the gathering took a more serious turn when

Dr. Dana Rollison spoke about her plans to study possible

links between viral infections and skin cancer.

Rollison’s message so resonated with the appreciative

audience, that months later the philanthropic group

made her research the beneficiary of a $25,000 grant.

The associate professor for Moffitt Cancer Center’s,

Cancer Epidemiology Program, was one of three local

female medical professionals to receive funds awarded

during Merit’s annual fall luncheon this year.

Formed in 2009, the Merit Society supports female

scientists and physicians affiliated with Moffitt, one of the

leading cancer care centers in the U.S. The group

invites members of the Tampa hospital’s medical staff,

specifically those who are investigating life-saving

treatments and innovative medical procedures

used to treat cancer patients, to informally present at

“Coffee Talk” events.

Named for Merit Ptah, the first known woman in medicine

whose legacy dates back nearly 5,000 years ago, the

Merit Society brings valuable work being done by women

to the forefront, while providing vital financial support for

their research. A brief look at this year’s recipients, and

their respective studies, highlights some of the ground-

breaking research currently being conducted at Moffitt

Cancer Center.

Moffitt Merit Society Recognizes The Outstanding Research And Clinical Work Of Some Extraordinary Female Scientists

By Mary Lou Janson



Dana Rollison, PhDA Potential Role for Viral Infections in the Development of Skin Cancer

Dana Rollison, PhD, plans to monitor 1,500 skincancer screening patients over a five-year period tostudy risk factors for non-melanoma skins cancers(NMSC). Evidence suggests that certain viral infections,specifically cutaneous human papillomaviruses (HPV)and polyomaviruses (PyV), may play a role in thedevelopment of squamous cell or basal cell carcinomas.In theory, providing patients with yet-to-be-developed

vaccines guarding against cutaneous HPV and PyV,

could also create a way to protect those diagnosedfrom developing certain types of skin cancer. “I am looking at how sun exposure interacts with

viral infections to possibly lead to skin cancer. The goalis to find new risk factors for cancer that can lead tonew ways to prevent cancers,” she said. “I don’t knowif viruses cause skin cancer, but if enough evidence isgenerated to support that, then in theory, we coulddevelop vaccines to potentially prevent skin cancer.”



Dr. Christine LarongaImpact of Nipple Sparing Mastectomy

A breast surgical oncologist in the ComprehensiveBreast Program at Moffitt’s Center for Women’sOncology, Dr. Christine Laronga treats the full spectrumof breast diseases ranging from benign cysts to cancer.Breast cancer patients choosing to have their

breasts removed due to the disease, may considercosmetic reconstruction to replicate the breastmound and nipple-areola complex (NAC). Anotheroption may be even more appealing.With advancements in early detection of breast

cancer, patients may be able to retain their nipples.Advancements in surgical procedures (removing andrebuilding the breast), make it possible to displaceless skin and leave nipples intact in select women.Confirming that a nipple sparing mastectomy

can be done safely without leaving the patient at

risk from any lingering cancer cells, could radicallychange the way women look – and feel – post-surgery.Preserving the nipple may help women’s bodyimage as well as their quality of life.Sensitivity of the nipple is also being addressed.

If the nipple and surrounding area are spared, issensitivity permanently damaged or will it eventuallyreturn?“It is important to have nipples and sensation.

Recreating nipples is never as good as your naturalnipple, due to lumpy bumpies and color variation.Hearing that from women led to this current researchproject,” Laronga said. “With this additional moneywe can accrue more women to the study. We wantto follow these women to see if sensation comesback and how long it takes to rekindle.”



Dr. Heather Jim, PhDCognitive Training to Improve Chemobrain: Does Lumosity Help?

As cancer patients benefit from medicaladvancements enabling them to live longer, theneed to reduce side effects from those treatmentsbecomes increasingly important to their physical andemotional well-being.Cognitive impairment, commonly referred to as

“chemobrain,” can disrupt a patient’s ability to con-centrate, affect their memory and inhibit their abilityto plan, multi-task or even recall words easily.Dr. Heather Jim, PhD, is researching ways to pre-

dict which patients may be most susceptible to“chemobrain” in hopes of finding a treatment thatcan be easily administered, as well as, immediatelyimprove mental clarity. An associate member with

the Health Outcomes and Behavior Department atMoffitt, she specializes in psychosocial and behav-ioral aspects of cancer control.Because this side effect is common among

breast cancer patients, Jim is using an online cogni-tive training program called Lumosity, to determine ifit is a viable treatment for women to use to re-traintheir brains."Chemobrain can be very distressing for some

patients and can significantly interfere with their qualityof life,” Jim said. “Cognitive training has been shownto improve cognitive functioning in patients with strokeand traumatic brain injury, so we are hopeful that itwill help patients with chemobrain as well.”

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Patel Conservatory Celebrates 10th Anniversary

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rom the state-of-the-art classroomsto the stages of Broadway, concerthalls and rock venues, the students

who spend some time training at the PatelConservatory seem to be going places.“We could not be more proud of our

leadership at the Patel Conservatory forseeing the golden opportunities ofpre-professional and performing arts classesfor our community,” says Straz CenterPresident and CEO, Judy Lisi. “We wantedthe Patel to be a conservatory of excellencethat would also serve a community ofpeople of all ages and abilities, who wantedto take classes for fun, or to enhance theirtraining and talents. This is a performingarts school for everybody.”

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Changing Lives Through Performing Arts

Opened in 2004, the Patel Conservatorybegan as a dream for a communityconservatory that would somehow provideaffordable classes in the performing arts foreverybody, and also serve as a modelschool for excellence in pre-professionalartistic training. Now, a mere ten yearslater, the Patel Conservatory proves thatsuch ambitious goals could not only bemet, but, in many cases, also be surpassed.“Walking through the conservatory’s

hallways, you’re just as likely to strike up aconversation with a young person headedto a prestigious ballet company, as you areto talk with someone who is taking his orher first acting or voice or music lesson,”says Judy Lisi. “If people aren’t taking

classes here yet, we hope they will start thisyear. We envision a future where all peoplein the Tampa Bay area feel they have astake in the Patel Conservatory and have ahome here to take performing arts classes,or receive pre-professional training fromour talented and generous instructors.We’re accessible, we’re affordable and weknow that the performing arts have the powerto change lives. We’ve had a remarkablefirst decade, and we can’t wait to see whatthe future holds.” M

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Academy at the LakesAcademy at the Lakes is anindependent PreK3-Grade 12 collegepreparatory school located in northTampa, convenient to New Tampa,Wesley Chapel, Lutz, Carrollwood,and Land O’Lakes. Academy offers abalanced and challenging collegepreparatory curriculum, a competitiveathletic program, an outstanding finearts program, foreign languages,technology instruction and a varietyof co-curricular opportunitiesdesigned to encourage studentexploration. Students find a warm,welcoming place where their talentsand curiosities are highly valued. Call813-909-7919 for more information orvisit www.academyatthelakes.org.

Berkeley Preparatory SchoolBerkeley Preparatory School is a

coeducational, independent college-preparatory day school for children ingrades Pre-K – 12. Dedicated toacademic excellence, characterdevelopment, the arts and athletics,Berkeley’s curriculum is designed tosupport the talent and ambition ofeach student. Berkeley strives to instilla strong sense of morality, ethics andsocial responsibility in its students.Berkeley offers opportunities that areaimed at three enduring measures ofsuccess: the well-developed mind,the well-nourished spirit and a seriesof well-cultivated talents. Visit www.berkeleyprep.org or call 813-885-1673.

Carrollwood Day School Carrollwood Day School is a privateday school for students from 2-years-old through high school. Carrollwood

Day School is the first school in Floridaauthorized by the prestigious InternationalBaccalaureate Organization to offerall three IB programs for students inPre-school through high school and isthe sixth school in the U.S. to achievethis honor. CDS is known for its devel-opmentally appropriate, challengingacademic program and its innovativeschool-wide emphasis on characterdevelopment. Visit online at www.carrollwooddayschool.org.

Corbett PreparatorySchool of IDSFounded in 1968, Corbett PreparatorySchool of IDS is a fully accredited,nonsectarian private school locatedin Tampa’s Carrollwood neighbor-hood. The school serves 500+ studentsfrom pre-kindergarten through eighthgrade and offers the International

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will arrange off-site trips, like an adventure-filled day trip visiting the waterfall “ChorroMacho,” for zip-lining thrills. The adventure

anama is becoming a hot vacation spotwith plenty of activities in the rain forestand other action adventure activities

including fishing, hiking, horseback riding,river rafting and zip-lining. While typicallytourists might think of The Panama Canal orPanama hats, an escape to Panama offers somuch more. The country of Panama is locatedbetween Costa Rica and Colombia, borderedby the Caribbean Sea and Pacific Ocean.For a couple desiring two types of vaca-

tion, a trip to Panama with a stay at the RIU’sPlaya Blanca and Plaza Panama hotels, is aperfect match. Begin the vacation with arelaxing escape to the beach and end withthe nightlife and thrills of downtown Panama.The recently opened all inclusive 24-hour

resort is located on the Pacific coast ofPanama in the province of Cocle. Currently,Copa Air flies direct from Tampa to Panama,with a flying time of approximately three

P includes multiple platforms within the forestand passes over streams and waterfalls. After relaxing on the beach for several

days, it’s time to head back to the city. Locatedin the heart of Panama, Riu Plaza Panama isthe ideal spot to experience the action of thecity and only 25 minutes from the PanamaCity International Airport. The hotel offersspacious rooms, exquisite dining and RIU’sdistinctive service. While the hotel is not all-inclusive, a daily breakfast is included. Be sureto visit one of the seven wonders of the modernworld — the Panama Canal, opened in 1914and celebrating its 100 year anniversary. Enjoy a historic tour of the city Casco Viejo,

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features two 200-ft winding water slidesand one 90-ft speed slide. Forbes rankedthe pool as one of the “world’s coolesthotel pools.” For the toddler set, theSplash Zone offers a zero-entry pool,playground and Kid’s Activity Zone.There are plenty of tiered sunning decksand chairs to relax and recharge, withThe Poolside Bar and Grill offering adelicious option for lunch. Ideal for families are the ever-changing

activities and events at the Kids ActivityCenter. From LEGOLAND® themedevents and Gatorland animal appearancesto arts and crafts, there are plentyactivities to entertain the youngsters.For gamers, the video arcade offers bothold-school games and the latest Xbox,PlayStation, Wii and iPads.

here are plenty of exciting things todo in Orlando, besides all the themeparks. Be in the center of all the

action at the Four-Diamond OrlandoWorld Center Marriott. With a recentmultimillion dollar renovation including120 of the guest rooms, meeting spaces,pool area and a new restaurant, Siro:Urban Italian Kitchen, the propertyserves as a great stay for a weekendescape. With more than 2,000 rooms,the hotel thrives on the conventionbusiness, but also caters to leisureguests with all its extra amenities.Families of all ages will find plenty to do. The Falls Pool Oasis and the Kid’s

Activity Zone offer fun and thrills foreveryone. As part of the new enhance-ments, the 104-step Icon Slide Tower

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For those seeking a bit of fitness andsport during the trip, the Orlando WorldCenter Marriott offers a 24 hour a dayfitness center, four tennis courts, two sandvolleyball courts and a basketball court. A great way to spend the morning is

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ous on-site restaurants and diningoptions created by the talented chefs at

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nside Hotel Zamora on beautiful St.Petersburg Beach is Castile, a Spanish-influenced destination restaurant and

rooftop lounge, lead by locally renownedExecutive Chef Ted Dorsey. Serving asthe main restaurant of the hotel, Castileoffers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and weekendbrunch, as well as room-service. There isan option of outdoor seating on the patiowith nice views of the intracoastalwaterway. The roof top lounge offersstunning sunset views. Castile’s locally sourced, seafood-

inspired menu includes a large selectionof tapas-style dishes, soups, salads andcreative entrees (such as Coconut CurryBraised Short Rib), with sides that payhomage to the hotel’s international roots(Yucca Chorizo Hash, Queso Cotija,Fingerling Potatoes and more). Tempting beginnings to the meal

include Baked Oysters Zamora withjumbo lump crab, worcestershire butter,sherry roasted pepper piperade and

parmesan. The Corn Meal CrustedCalamari and Smoked Crispy Chicharrons(crispy, thick, candied bacon) are alsopalate pleasers. A great tapas plate to shareis the El Gigante Albondiga – a largemeatball made of ground lamb and beef,served with English peas, asparagus andtopped with sherry mushroom cream.The Lobster Ajillo is tender and tasty withspanish smoked paprika, garlic, chablis,sweet onions, peppers and served withgrilled focaccia. For a light, yet filling salad, try the

Black Mission Fig and Baby ArugulaSalad. The bed of greens is topped witha panko crusted goat cheese, crispyserrano, bing cherries and a pomegranatevinaigrette dressing. A variety of steaks and seafood allow

for tantalizing choices. Entrees includeSeared Diver Scallops and Black GrouperCheeks, to a Harissa Grilled CulotteSteak or Oak Grilled Tenderloin, eachexpertly prepared. The Pasta De La Tierra

I is a delicious papardelle pasta bowl withwild mushrooms, heirloom tomatoes, freeherbs, meyer lemon Castilea and pickledpear onion butter. A fun ending to the mealis a plate of crispy empañadas filled withapple or guava and served with chocolategelato spiced with jalapeño pepper. The bar menu offers a selection of

wine, beer, signature martinis and craftcocktails. The Three Olive Martini ismade with Grey Goose Vodka or BombaySapphire Gin, olive juice and three stuffedolives with crab, shrimp and caviar. Also,refreshing to sip at the bar or at dinner isthe Acai Caipirinha, made with LeblonCachaca, Cedilia Acai Liquor, fresh lime,mixed berries and simple syrup. Whether gathering at the bar for

drinks or dinner with friends, Castileoffers a fresh, modern and tasty additionto dining at the beach. M

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ucked behind SoHo’s Gourmet PizzaCompany, The SoHo BackyardGastropub opened earlier this spring

and is a great alternative to the madness ofthe bar scene on Howard Avenue. It ismore than a bar, with its fun and flavorfulofferings.Bo Crusoe, Owner & CEO and Jeff

Glenn, Owner & GM, were responsible forthe design and layout of the restaurant andChef Narja “Slimm” Campbell, designedthe kitchen and menus, just two blocks offthe Howard Avenue bar strip of SoHo.Crusoe wanted to create a place for “thirtysomethings” to meet, eat and hang out. Crusoe hails from Tallahassee, where

he was the GM of AJ’s Sports Bar. He real-ized that his calling was “to throw a partyevery night” and dreamed of having a placeof his own. The team spent nearly threeyears going through the design process,build and permitting. SoHo Backyard is oneof the few bars with a kitchen that staysopen until the 2 a.m. closing. The SoHo Backyard is open for lunch,

dinner, Sunday Brunch and a full bar.While the menu is continuously evolving,new additions to the Fall menu includeThe Scallop BLT – pan seared with specialseasoning and topped with bacon, lettuce,tomatoes and a drizzle of Cajun mayo.There is reason to celebrate every night ofthe week with various special nightsincluding Taco Thursday, that offerschicken, mahi, shrimp and lobster, alongwith the addition of a Gator taco andBraised Short Rib taco.Historic black & white photographs of

Tampa line the back of the bar and give asense of neighborhood. Friday Happy Houris from 4 -7 p.m with half-off all drinks.Behind the bar, the friendly bartenderserves up a menu filled with creativecocktails including The Backyard OldFashion, made with black cherry and bloodorange infused Woodford Reserve and “TheRye Mule,” a classic Moscow Mule with atraditional southern twist using Bullet Rye.The menu is filled with creative and

unique offerings including World Famous

T Duck Wings in Asian chili, honey garlic ororange habañero. The Duck Wings arecertainly meaty and tender, with just theright amount of spice. Be sure to also trythe Goat Cheese Stuffed Figs wrapped withcrispy bacon. Large enough for two orthree to share is the super-sized TrumanBurger. Served on a pretzel bun, thedouble burgers are topped with blue cheese,avocado and apple wood bacon and a sideof slaw or truffle fries. Another must try,the Thai Chili Gator Ribs, are slow cookedfor 4 hours in-house daily and finished overan open flame with garlic Thai Chili sauce.As a Seminole fan, Crusoe invites all

the Noles to come by on Saturday for theSeminoles Watch Party with wing and beerspecials. Stop by on Sunday for Brunch withMimosa and Bloody Slider drink specialsand specialities of home-style biscuits andgravy, Maple Duck Wings, French Toastand Salmon Cake Benedict. M

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very year I find myself thinkingabout what wines to serve onThanksgiving, during the months

leading up to the big day. Thanksgivingrepresents an interesting challenge forpairing wines. Of course it depends uponwhat you serve, but most traditionalmeals are comprised of a turkey, eitherroasted, grilled or the increasingly populardeep fried, along with all the fixings.The drippings are collected and trans-formed into rich gravy. Often mashedpotatoes are served accompanied by but-ter, gravy and a variety of side dishesincluding stuffing and casseroles. All thistranslates into a pretty hefty amount offat and richness. The average Americanwill consume more than 4,500 calories

ETips to selecting a great Thanksgiving dinner wine | By Kevin Pelley

Thanksgiving Wines

and 229 grams of fat on ThanksgivingDay, according to the Calorie ControlCouncil. All this richness and unctuous-ness calls for wines high in acidity, lowin tannins and that are made with a mod-erate amount of oak influence.A wine’s acidity cuts through the fat

and helps balance the meal. Wines thatare high in acid are ‘food wines’ or winesthat are meant to be served with a meal,rather than easy-drinking ‘cocktail’ stylewines, that are low in acid and easy todrink on their own. High acid wines usu-ally come from cool growing regions, orare made from grapes that are naturallyhigh in acid. These high acid wines alsopair well with sweet dishes and arepalate-cleansing and refreshing.

Examples of high acid wines includeChampagne or sparkling wines, lightlyoaked Chardonnay and Riesling.Another important characteristic of

ideal Thanksgiving wines are those withlow tannins. Tannins are the bitter,astringent compounds found in food andwine that dry out your palate, specificallyon the middle of your tongue. Tannins inwine come mostly from the grape seeds,grape skins and oak barrels, and thoughhigh tannin wines are great for a steakdinner, they are not such great choicesfor your Thanksgiving table. So tannicgrape varieties like Cabernet Sauvignon,Petite Sirah and Nebbiolo are not recom-mended, instead look for wines with

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moderate to low tannins like Gamay(Beaujolais), Pinot Noir and Barbera.Turkey is unique in that it contains

both white and dark meat, allowing forboth white and red wines to be pairedwith the meal. Here are a few wines to trythis Thanksgiving that are sure to delightand impress your friends and family.

NV Albinea Canali Lambrusco$19.95 | Here is an exciting wine fromItaly that has been relegated to Italianrestaurants with red and white check-ered tablecloths – Lambrusco! After a

partial fermentation, thewine is bottled andundergoes a spontaneoussecondary fermentation inthe bottle, resulting in abone dry style and leavinga deposit of spent yeasttrapped inside the bottle.The light pink coloredwine fools you upon firstimpression. The nose isfruity and juicy smelling,but the palate is bone drywith tart cranberry fruitflavors, aromas of bread

crust and a crisp refreshing finish.Think of this as the cranberry sauceaccompaniment to your ThanksgivingDinner, but in liquid form.

2011 Shea Wine Cellars ‘SheaVineyards’ Pinot Noir $42.95 | This

might be the best PinotNoir I have tasted allyear. The 2011 vintagein Oregon was particu-larly cold resulting inchallenges for wine-makers, but Shea WineCellars nailed it withthis wine. Elegant andrestrained at 13 per-cent alcohol, yet it hasripe fruit flavors ofblack cherry, pome-granate and cranberry

with earthy notes of forest floor, and atouch of mint lingering on the finish.Delicious.

2012 Mouton Noir ‘Oregogne’Chardonnay $44.95 | André HuestonMack is the brainchild behind his

whimsical label –Mouton Noir, whichtranslates to blacksheep. This wine isclearly a nod toBurgundy, not only inname but in the styleof the wine. Crisp,clean and mineraldriven, this WillametteValley Chardonnaypossesses flavors oflemon zest, tart pears,toasted hazelnuts andbaking spices. Try

pouring this for your Francophilefriends in a blind tasting and they willsurely be surprised. Just 200 cases ofthis stunner were produced.

2011 George DescombesBrouilly $34.95 | Brouilly is one ofthe ten Crus or single sites inBeaujolais that produce special wines.Do not confuse this with BeaujolaisNouveau, the young wine that is

released the thirdThursday of eachNovember. GeorgeDescombes is one ofthe leading producersin the Beaujolaisregion and this wineis packed with tart,red fruit flavors androcky, stony mineralnotes. This wine isproduced from 100percent Gamay, agrape with relativehigh acidity and lowtannins making it anideal match for yourThanksgiving dinner.

2012 Vietti ‘Tre Vigne’ Barberad’Alba $25.95 | Barbera is a favoriterecommendation with turkey becauseof Barbera’s natural high acidity and

low tannin profile.Hailing from Italy’sPiedmont region,Barbera is not only agreat wine withturkey, but a greatwine with any food.Barbera offers aneasy drinking stylethat, seemingly,everyone loves withflavors of red cherry,strawberry, violets,nutmeg and subtlevanilla. Barbera is

also an excellent value and Vietti is areliable and respected producer. M

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