For generations, people have argued about where to find the best Cuban sandwich in Ybor City. Southern Living magazine has entered the fray. ...more

October 3, 2009

For generations, people have argued about where to find the best Cuban sandwich in Ybor City. Southern Living magazine has entered the fray. ...more

September 30, 2009

Playboy, better known for cheesecake than beefsteak, has announced its list of best sandwiches in the nation, and South Tampa's Hugo's eatery received a mention for its Cuban sandwich. ...more

June 25, 2009

Surprisingly, I rarely have much enthusiasm for grocery shopping, but there's one exception, and that's when I get wind of a new ethnic market. ...more

March 11, 2009

"Hello Americans," as Paul Harvey, who died the other day, used to say at the beginning of his radio programs. ...more

March 4, 2009

The Super Bowl is coming to town. Here's your chance to add Tampa Bay flavor to your party. ...more

January 22, 2009

The World Series matchup of the Tampa Bay Rays and some team from Philadelphia will be decided on the baseball diamond. But another important rivalry will be decided on the lunch plate: the battle of the Tampa Bay area's iconic Cuban sandwich and the Philly cheesesteak. To help, we take a look at each location's signature sandwich. ...more

October 22, 2008

The World Series matchup of the Tampa Bay Rays and some team from Philadelphia will be decided on the baseball diamond. ...more

October 21, 2008

CARIBBEAN ALFRESCO, Renaissance Vinoy Resort, 501 Fifth Ave. N.E., St. Petersburg; (727) 894-1000, Ext. 2144. The culinary theme under this attractive gazebo is Floribbean, a mix of Florida and Caribbean styles that blends tropical fruits, piquant relishes, aromatic herbs, translucent sauces and quick, fat-free grilling. Starters worth biting into are the Conch Fritters with curried remoulade sauce, or the Coconut-Fried Shrimp with a tangy citrus mustard sauce. A good bet for light eating under $10 is the Caribbean Chicken Caesar with pineapple relish. The limited entree selection includes slow-roasted Island Spiced Ribs with guava barbecue sauce and grilled Florida Spiny Lobster with charred tomato sauce and toasted cumin seeds. ($$) ...more

September 26, 2008

With the University of Tampa's minarets in the background and Florida's role in the presidential election in the forefront, the "Today" show's Matt Lauer and Al Roker broadcast live from the school's campus from 7 to 9 a.m. Tuesday. ...more

September 24, 2008