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The Best Italian Restaurant in Tampa, Florida

13 Dec 2022 Tampa

The Best Italian Restaurants in Tampa, Florida

I love Italian food; it’s one of my all time favorite cuisines! While I often cook such dishes on my own, there’s something so special about going out to a restaurant that specializes in Italian food and does it well. So, when we moved to Tampa in early 2021, I began to keep an eye out for the best Italian restaurants in the area. Like Tampa’s entire restaurant scene, there is no dearth of quality Italian eateries in the area. Read on for my honest review of the best Italian restaurants in Tampa!

29 Nov 2022 Travel

Rome + Fig Restaurant in Tampa, Florida

Based in North Hyde Park, Rome + Fig is a cute and comfortable space with a great atmosphere and delicious food. A great date night spot or bunch place for the weekend, this restaurant offers delicious salads, unique sharable appetizers, and a robust entree selection. Read my full review of the restaurant here!

09 Oct 2022 Travel

Thai Prime Kitchen & Bar in Tampa, Florida

When it comes to a great menu and great happy hour deals, you need l look no further than Thai Prime in Tampa, Florida. Conveniently located near the airport and the International Mall, Thai Prime has something for everyone on their robust menu. From rice bowls to sushi, curries to meat dishes, this restaurant is truly a crowd pleaser!

18 Jul 2022 Travel

The Independent Bar and Cafe in Tampa, Florida

The Independent Bar and Cafe offers a robust menu of boutique beers and wines with a European pub feel. If you’re a craft beer fan looking for a great spot to hang out with friends for the afternoon, The Independent is the perfect spot for you. Learn more about this favorite Tampa spot here!

Buddy Brew Coffee - Cats & Coffee by Christine Csencsitz

19 Apr 2022 Food and Drink

Buddy Brew Coffee in Tampa, Florida

Brewing some of the highest quality coffee in the world, Tampa’s own Buddy Brew Coffee is a beacon in the coffee community. Read all about this local coffee company’s commitment to brewing good and doing good, and see why it’s my favorite local coffee shop here in Tampa!

81 Bay Brewing Co - Tampa Brewery Guide by Cats & Coffee

28 Mar 2022 Travel

81 Bay Brewing Co. in Tampa, Florida

The first microbrewery in Tampa, Florida, 81 Bay Brewing Co. is a giant in the Tampa craft beer scene. Learn more about 81 Bay here!

10 Feb 2022 Travel

The Library Restaurant in St. Pete: An Oxford Commons Restaurant

Designed by the same team as Oxford Exchange, another Tampa favorite of mine, The Library Restaurant is a beautiful cafe in St. Pete, connected with the Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital. It is inspired by the George Peabody Library in Baltimore, which opened its doors in 1957. Read more about this restaurant and Brett and my Valentine’s Day dinner here!

23 Aug 2021 Travel

Yummy House China Bistro: Superb Chinese Cuisine in South Tampa

A feast for the senses, Yummy House China Bistro is a unique experience from the moment you pull up to the restaurant. Offering a huge variety of delicious dishes for reasonable prices, Yummy House can rightfully be called the best Asian cuisine in South Tampa. Learn more about the Yummy House Chinese Bistro and explore menu picks here!

23 May 2021 Entertainment

My Current Loves: 22nd Edition

Welcome back to the Cats & Coffee My Current Loves series. This edition features four things that stand out in the last month for me: a Tudor historical miniseries with Lucy Worsley, my new favorite Trader Joe’s treats, my new favorite lavender earl gray tea, and a handy new kitchen find!