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Easter Brunch in Tampa Bay Yacht Starship
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The Best Spots for Easter Brunch in Tampa Bay

Home / Easter in Tampa Bay, Clearwater, St. Pete The Easter holiday weekend is approaching  and we’re sharing some of our favorite Easter brunch restaurants in Tampa Bay. From waterfront views to elegant dining, and brunch buffets, we’ve got something for every family on our list. We’re continuing to add to this list as well…

Growing sweet potatos in Florida
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Growing Sweet Potatoes in Florida: A Summer Delight for Families

Florida’s warm, sunny climate offers the perfect conditions for growing sweet potatoes, a versatile and nutritious vegetable that thrives during the summer months. Gardening can be a wonderful family activity, and growing sweet potatoes in Florida is a simple and rewarding project that even young children can participate in. I’m so excited to share a…

Perfect Beach Day Snacks: PB&J roll-ups
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A Guide to Perfect Beach Day Snacks

If you’re planning a beach day or a picturesque picnic in the park this summer, read on: I’ve curated a yummy guide that promises to elevate your outdoor snacking experience. From refreshing salads to fun twists on classic treats, these ideas are sure to make your next outing deliciously unforgettable. Don’t forget to save this…

Florida Strawberries

The SWEETEST THING: The Florida Strawberry

Did you know February is Fabulous Florida Strawberry Month? In fact, Plant City is recognized as the Winter Strawberry Capital of the World and is the dominant supplier of strawberries in the United States from November through March. Pretty sweet, right? Here’s another fun fact: Most of our Florida strawberries are grown within a 20-mile…

Valentine's Day lunchbox ideas pop tarts

Adding Lunchbox Love is easy with these simple tips from @Lunchboxmafia!

Hello friends! It’s Jenny from @Lunchboxmafia sharing some easy Valentine’s ideas to make your kiddo’s lunch box extra special—and delicious. Check out these ways to bring hearts, pink and red, and everything sweet into your little one’s Valentine’s Day breakfast and lunch. Valentine’s Day Lunchbox Ideas: A Pop of Flavor These mini pop tarts taste…

Holiday inspired lunch
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A Festive Feast: Snacks and Holiday Inspired Lunch Ideas from @LunchBoxMafia

This time of year, we’re all extra busy with fun outings, get-togethers and taking in all that the holidays have to offer. Don’t forget to slow down and savor these moments—especially with your kiddos. Here’s one way to enjoy the season: through savoring the flavors of these holiday inspired lunch and snack ideas! Make a…

locally grown produce in school lunches

Locally Grown – and Straight-to-Our-School Menu!

“We are basically the biggest restaurant chain in town!” Meet Arianne Corbett. If your child eats breakfast or lunch at a Hillsborough County Public School, she’s the one planning their menu. She’s a school nutritionist in a post-pandemic world. “The pandemic shifted the whole model of school feeding,” she said. “When the world shut down,…

Valentine's Lunches and Snacks
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Say I Love You with Valentine’s Themed Lunches and Snacks!

My daughter’s love language is quality time. Mine is acts of service. These days, I love hanging out in her room listening to her tell stories about school and how her day went. She LOVES when I tell stories about when I was her age and what I went through in middle school. Times have…

Keel Farms kid friendly restaurants in tampa bay
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The BEST Kid-Friendly Restaurants in Tampa Bay!

Don’t be afraid to take the kids out to dinner! We get it and we’ve totally been there–some restaurants just aren’t the best place for restless kids and toddlers which is why we put together this list of the best kid-friendly restaurants in Tampa Bay. Related: Our 50+ Favorite Things to Do in Tampa Bay…