CapyCove: Capybara Oasis Coming to St. Petersburg
A new capybara-focused attraction is coming to St. Petersburg. CapyCove, founded by Brianna Holzerland, is expected to open by May.
Business Beat
Medina 405 Plans To Open in St. Pete’s Historic Snell Arcade
A new private members’ club, Medina 405, is opening this year inside the historic Snell Arcade in downtown St. Petersburg.
The Little Fruit Cart Joins St. Pete Pier Marketplace Lineup
The Little Fruit Cart joined the St. Pete Pier Marketplace, bringing a fresh, healthy option to the popular waterfront destination.
Love Food Central Rebrands as FireWater Cuisine & Wellness
The St. Pete vegan restaurant Love Food Central has rebranded as FireWater Cuisine & Wellness. It’s expanded its concept and menu.
Little Philly Closes St. Petersburg Shop
Little Philly closed its St. Petersburg shop, but all is not lost — the owners have news of a possible food truck!
Ybor’s Jimmy’s Tacos Crosses the Bay
Ybor taqueria, Jimmy’s Tacos, crosses the bay. The Ybor location will remain open as a new one opens in St. Pete’s Grand Central District.
Mythos Greek Bistro Opens in St. Pete
Mythos, a Greek bistro, opened in St. Pete. It serves classic Greek recipes, with wine and ingredients imported from Greece.
Handmade Mystic Opens in Gulfport
Handmade Mystic opened in Gulfport along Gulfport Boulevard. Danyel Harrison says Gulfport is just the right spot for her shop.
ISU Sushi Lounge Opens in Downtown St. Pete
ISU, a sushi lounge, opened in St. Pete last month. It offers “Japanese precision meets Peruvian fire in an elegant Nikkei dialogue”
Tampa Bay Beaches Chamber Opposes Tolls to the Beaches
The Tampa Bay Beaches Chamber of Commerce (TBBC) announced it opposes a proposal to add tolls to all beach access bridges.
The Book Lounge Opens in Downtown St. Pete
A new literary hideaway, The Book Lounge, opened in November at 631 Central Ave. in downtown St. Petersburg.
Central Diner Opens in South Pasadena
Central Diner, known for no-frills breakfasts and oversized portions, has opened its second location in South Pasadena.
