Best Outdoor Art Show –– Art Harvest
This annual two-day juried show and sale in early November
draws artists from across the country to Highlander Park in
Dunedin, next to the Dunedin Fine Art Center. For more than
50 years, thousands have bought beautiful and creative pieces
from the more than 200 artists that participate each year.
The event is sponsored by the Junior League of Clearwater-
Dunedin, (727) 738-5523.
Best Massage Therapist –– Deborah Karlan
This woman has magic hands to match her encyclopedic
knowledge of the body. An incredible healer, she can relieve
whatever aches or pains you may have. Her Wellness From
Within office is at 2158 Drew St. in Clearwater. (727) 641-8979.
Best Gluten-Free Dining –– Currents
This restaurant features a multitude of gluten-free options,
incorporating sweet, salty, sour, bitter and savory tastes into
the dishes that make dining here a pleasure for anyone who
is concerned about food allergies. 200 E. Tarpon Ave.,
Tarpon Springs, (727) 940-5377.
Best Opera Company –– Opera Tampa
Based at the Straz Center for the Performing Arts in Tampa,
Opera Tampa produces first-quality performances with the
grandeur one would expect, as well as special concerts that
have a broad appeal. 1010 N. W.C. MacInnes Place, Tampa,
(813) 229-STAR (7827).
Best Cultural Institution ––
The Florida Orchestra
Conductor Michael Francis inspires enthusiasm from
his musicians. The orchestra has developed outstanding
programs that broaden its appeal, performing regularly at the
Straz Center in Tampa, the Mahaffey Theater in St. Petersburg
and at Ruth Eckerd Hall in Clearwater. To order tickets, call
(727) 892-3337 or (800) 662-7286.
Best Beachside Gathering Spot ––
The Palm Pavilion
Gathering at the Palm Pavilion has been a local tradition
since 1926 with its great food, wonderful views of the Gulf of
Mexico and spectacular live music. This landmark gets better
every year, as it blends the past with the best of the present.
10 Bay Esplanade, Clearwater Beach, (727) 446-2642.
Best Wine Bar –– Cuvée 103
This casual and fun restaurant offers more than 100 selections
of wine to complement the chef’s delicious array of gourmet
offerings. The staff is friendly and helpful, and live music will
enhance your dining experience on weekend evenings.
2454 N. McMullen Booth Road, Clearwater, (727) 726-0350.
Best Caribbean Cuisine ––
Rumba Island Bar & Grill
Everything served at Rumba’s from their Island Shrimp and
Rice Bowls to their Jerk Chicken Wings boasts island flavors.
Be sure to try one of their Caribbean-style drinks or bottled
beers and imported rums. Eat on the patio or enjoy the open
and airy indoor seating at two locations: 1800 Gulf to Bay
Blvd. at the corner of Keene Road, Clearwater, (727) 446-7027;
and 3687 Tampa Road, Oldsmar, (813) 475-5974.
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Best Philanthropists –
Gina d’Angelo and Dr. Barry Levine
NORAA
Best Philanthropists ––
Barry Levine and Gina d’Angelo
Barry Levine, president and executive publisher of Florida
Health Care News for nearly 30 years, and his wife Gina,
the newspaper’s training/HR/finance manager, are strong
supporters of the Patel Academy at the Straz Center for the
Performing Arts in Tampa. He chairs Patel Conservatory’s
Education Committee, on which they both serve, and he also
is on the board of directors for the Tampa Theatre Foundation
and the Straz Center. Gina is chairman of the board for Opera
Tampa. Their Florida Health Care News is Florida’s oldest and
largest health care information publishing company, with an
online presence at ifoundmydoctor.com.
Best Gourmet Italian ––
Alfano’s Restaurant & Splendido Bar
For 30 years, this family-owned restaurant has been operated
by Chefs Linda and Frank Alfano who have now turned it
over to the next generation. The Italian dishes they serve
along with the extensive and award-winning wine list have
made this one of the area’s favorite restaurants for years.
1702 Clearwater Largo Road N., Clearwater, (727) 584-2125.
Best Dry Cleaners –– Dunedin Dry Cleaners
This owner-operated business does more than just dry clean
clothes. They are experts at stain removal, tailoring, alteration
services, cleaning and preservation of wedding gowns. In
addition, they can assist you with an array of other cleaning
needs. 324-A Monroe St., Dunedin, (727) 240-0279.
Best Dining Value –– Jessi’s Restaurant
Since 1997, this family owned and operated restaurant that
serves breakfast, lunch and dinner, cooks everything from
scratch. The menu is extensive, the atmosphere is warm and
welcoming and their prices are a great value.
8331 66th Street N., Pinellas Park, (727) 541-1200.
Best Casual Seafood ––
Old Bay Café & Dunedin Fish Market
Located at the Dunedin Marina on St. Joseph’s Sound, Chef
Walt Wickman has combined both a restaurant and a market
into one establishment. Sit outside and dine, purchase fish to
cook at home, or ask Walt to prepare it for you. The seafood is
fresh and locally caught. 51 Main St., Dunedin, (727) 733-2542.
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