First glance at this menu and you might get pretty spooked. ...more

October 28, 2009

The blueberries add a nice flavor. ...more

September 7, 2009

Nutritious and Delicious. ...more

August 31, 2009

LAND O' LAKES - Inside, a piano player tickles the ivories. Outside, a singer croons romantic songs to diners. On the menu are upscale Italian favorites. ...more

January 2, 2009

Inside, a piano player tickles the ivories. Outside, a singer croons romantic songs to diners. On the menu are upscale Italian favorites. ...more

December 31, 2008

If you're not a parent or you don't spend a lot of time babysitting, it's probably impossible to appreciate how difficult it is to find a restaurant where you can take your children and the food isn't awful. ...more

November 6, 2008

BEEF BASCOM'S CHOP HOUSE, 3665 Ulmerton Road, Clearwater; (727) 573-3363. This American chop house showcases a variety of aged beef, hand-cut veal, pork and lamb chops, and a small selection of seafood. Try the expertly seared sea scallops, enhanced by baby spinach and grilled red onions. Enjoy a side dish called Gorgonzola Souffle, a cheesy bread pudding. ($$-$$$) ...more

October 24, 2008

Fresh from cranking out two home runs during his first playoff game, Tampa Bay Rays star Evan Longoria helped children with cancer Friday. ...more

October 4, 2008

BEEF BASCOM'S CHOP HOUSE, 3665 Ulmerton Road, Clearwater; (727) 573-3363. This American chop house showcases a variety of aged beef, hand-cut veal, pork and lamb chops, and a small selection of seafood. Try the expertly seared sea scallops, enhanced by baby spinach and grilled red onions. Enjoy a side dish called Gorgonzola Souffle, a cheesy bread pudding. ($$-$$$) ...more

June 27, 2008

MEXICAN/ SOUTHWESTERN CARMELITA'S, 5211 Park St. N., St. Petersburg; (727) 545-2956. Carmelita's has been cooking since 1983, and for good reason: The down-home casual atmosphere, inexpensive menu and hearty fare keep customers satisfied. Consider the generous, sizzling mound of ideally marinated beef that makes up the fajitas, along with fresh guacamole. The same goes for the delicious and filling Tacos al Carbon, the meat tender and laced with flavor. The kitchen creates a Del Rey wet burrito drenched in a heady ranchero sauce, and mixes scrambled eggs and Mexican sausage in the chorizo burrito. ($$) ...more

January 25, 2008