Sarasota furniture makers go with the flow
Coastal Flow Furniture and Décor is known primarily for surfboard-style tables.
Inspired parents turn soap-making into business
For years, Maegan Griffin wanted to try making her own soap. Six years ago, she noticed her daughter would have skin reactions to many store-bought baby soaps. That was the final push she needed to try soap-making.
Tampa restaurant offers saucy taste of Chicago
Kay, a Chicago native herself, says it’s her unique blend of seasoning and mild sauce that makes her chicken and fish Chicago-style.
Brandon-based candlemaker has the perfect Valentine's Day gift
With Valentine's Day around the corner, Bay Area businesses hope lovers will shop local. From candles to chocolates, there's plenty to choose from.
They help the big game seem even bigger
A local company has a big job – literally – in helping Tampa become the center of the football universe this week.
Top-notch top knots and wearable art, customized for Buccaneers fans
As the clock ticked down during the Tampa Bay Buccaneers NFC Championship victory over the Green Bay Packers, Laura Paredes had a hunch.
Pinellas cookie company bakes up tasty messages
Eat Your Words Custom Cookies operates out of a kitchen in Pinellas County. Owner Holly Noah says the company is in the confectionary communications business.
Custom Buccaneers wreaths selling out for Bay Area company
Tara Reinhart with Front Door Designs has been very busy making and shipping custom front door wreaths, especially her Buccaneers-themed ones.
St. Pete business is all about fomenting fermenting
St. Pete Ferments mostly makes sauerkraut and kimchi, but their products also include beet kvass and Kombucha.
Best friends team up for St. Pete water kefir business
Sunny Culture is a St. Petersburg-based company that makes water kefir. It’s a fermented probiotic drink created by using a symbiotic culture of bacteria and yeasts.
Retired firefighter turns old trees into new treasures
For eight years, Nick Reale has been turning wood into objects like spindles, table legs and bowls. He also creates furniture like coffee tables, chairs and stools.
St. Pete brothers brew coffee with a barrel-aged twist
Twin brothers Duane and David Hogg are the minds behind Hogg Batch Coffee in St. Petersburg. They roast and age specialty coffee in their shop on Central Avenue.
Sarasota's Nutty Girl bagging up gluten-free goodies for the plant-based lifestyle
Molly Moore is the owner and founder of Nutty Girl by Molly. The company makes various vegan, gluten-free products made with nuts.
Tampa pop-up puts unique spin on peanut butter pie
Pie in Florida can go flat with all the humidity, so pie in a jar was Kristin McKinne's solution. The pies are also easy to transport and you can put the lid back on if you don’t feel like eating the whole thing.
Couple grows handcrafted leather shop from online store to Bradenton storefront
TTT Leather Goods owner Andy Roberts says his company started online, but they opened a brick-and-mortar store in Bradenton a month ago.
St. Pete gardener's succulents offer year-round joy in tiny clay pots
Anyone who lives in an apartment or colder climate -- but still wants to stretch their green thumb -- knows something about succulents.
'Made in Tampa Bay' holiday gift guide
Each week, we feature local artists, cooks, and businesses who make great products locally. Here’s a few that may make great gift ideas for those hard-to-buy-for folks on your list.
Relieve stress and shop local with massage oils made in Tampa Bay
Everyone is looking for a way to relieve stress and relax -- and lots of folks are turning to massage therapy for that outlet.
Riverview spot pops fresh treats, both savory and sweet
The Popcorn Spot offers up a variety of both sweet and savory flavors. Some of the best-selling sweet flavors include caramel, rainbow, and blue raspberry, while savory flavors include BBQ and buffalo cheddar.
St. Pete couple exporting success to urban farmers around the country
Entrepreneurs and small business owners everywhere are making use of shipping containers in their daily operations.