Unique 'keepsake items' now being sold by Oldsmar craftsman
Randy Hoople is a woodworker based out of Oldsmar.
Bake'n Babes serves up delicious desserts from Davis Islands bakery
Bake’n Babes is a Davis Islands bakery that serves over-the-top desserts and award-winning cookies. The shop itself is an explosion of pink with flowers, couches, cabinets and pillows.
Man known as a ‘loose cannon’ for homemade alcohol in Saudi Arabia opens Lakewood Ranch distillery
An award-winning distillery in Lakewood Ranch got its start from a chemical engineer who took matters into his own hands while living in Saudi Arabia, where alcohol is illegal.
Bay Area jeweler forced to re-build her business after Hurricane Helene damage
Long-time jeweler Jackie Kaufman is searching for answers after damage from Hurricane Helene forced her to put a pause on her jewelry design company operations.
Holmes Beach restaurant back open after flooding damage from Hurricane Helene
Duffy's Tavern in Holmes Beach on Anna Maria Island is now back open after flooding from Hurricane Helene forced the owners to close down.
Indian Rocks Beach seafood spot slammed with business after reopening following hurricanes
Keegan’s Seafood Grille in Indian Rocks Beach is a favorite seafood spot for both tourists and locals.
Bradenton Beach business owners band together after Hurricane Helene storm surge scooped up shop
The owner of a Bradenton Beach bagel shop is helping a fellow business owner stay afloat after she lost her ice cream store and bakery during Hurricane Helene.
Mad Beach Brewing Company 'brews' comeback after hurricanes
Mad Beach Brewing Company is located in the heart of John’s Pass in Madeira Beach. They’ve been in business for nine years and just reopened their doors nearly a month after Hurricane Helene forced them to close.
DI Coffee Bar on Davis Islands back in business after Milton
The DI Coffee Bar has been a staple on Davis Islands for 11 years.
St. Petersburg artist found passion for still life paintings: 'Beautiful domesticity'
Nancy Cohen is a local artist based in St. Petersburg. She describes herself as a classical oil painter that uses heavy shadows to create drama in her work.
Bay Area businesses get boost through sweet success of corporate gift-giving company
A St. Petersburg company is incorporating Bay Area products into the world of corporate gift-giving, boosting sales and exposure for local businesses.
Foodie Labs helping small businesses in St. Petersburg
Foodie Labs is a culinary incubator of sorts for new food concepts and restaurants in the St. Petersburg area.
Queen and Colony Bee Company opened their first store in downtown St. Petersburg
Queen and Colony Bee Company is based in St. Petersburg and has bee hives all around Tampa Bay. They specialize in local, raw honey and beekeeper education.
Custom typewriter poetry business in St. Petersburg creates personalized keepsakes
Merk the Moment is a custom typewriter poetry business based in St. Petersburg.
St. Pete business serving up cool treats
Nippy Iced Coffee is a new company that’s popped up in St. Petersburg.
Art exhibit on display at Clearwater library is inspired by nature
Tucked in the middle of the Clearwater Main Library sits an art exhibit called ‘Inspired by Nature.’
Bay Area herbalist makes chocolate from the bean to the bar: ‘I’m in the business of making people happy’
Have you ever tasted real chocolate? A Bay Area chocolatier may have you questioning your taste buds.
Bay Area children's book author writes stories that inspire young minds
Calvin Reynolds is a children’s book author and illustrator based in Seffner. As well as creating his own books, he illustrates for independent authors all over the country.
Tampa woman's company sells artisan sourdough bread
Nosh is a Tampa Bay based artisan sourdough and baked goods company. “There is a need for really good, authentic, low-ingredient bread in Tampa Bay," says owner, Rachel Beck.
Tampa hand-painted wine glass company uses unique method to create designs
Dragonfly Dreamz is a hand-painted wine glass company located in Tampa. They use a unique method with alcohol ink and resin to create beautiful, shimmering designs on their glasses.