Best New American Food
–– E&E Stakeout Grill and Kokopelli’s Bar
Chef/Owner Erwin Scheuringer’s creativity is the secret
ingredient of this popular dining venue. The menu includes a
whopping 28-ounce bone-in rib-eye Cowboy Steak, together
with choice seafood and chicken prepared in new and
intriguing ways. It is the center of Belleair’s social hub.
100 Indian Rocks Road N., Belleair Bluffs, (727) 585-6399.
Best New Development –– Belleview Place
Located two miles south of downtown Clearwater in the
picturesque spot where railroad magnate Henry Plant built
the historic Belleview Biltmore Hotel, this resort-style gated
JMC community is currently under construction. The hotel’s
lobby and original 35 rooms are being restored and will
reopen as the Belleview Inn and the gathering place for the
development’s mid-rise residences and carriage homes.
275 Belleview Blvd., Belleair, (727) 469-7070.
Best New Dunedin Restaurant
–– Broadway Kitchen and Deli
This downtown restaurant has replaced other restaurants at
this location, while still operating with the basic breakfast
and lunch menu that has drawn diners to it over the years. It
is a new version of a tried and true concept. 730 Broadway,
Dunedin, (727) 286-6270.
Best New Museum –– Imagine Museum
This stunning collection of American art glass from its
beginning in the 1960s until now is expertly displayed in
this building that is dedicated to glass artists. The Imagine
Museum is located at 1901 Central Ave. in St. Petersburg,
(727) 300-1700.
Best Personal Watercraft –– Jack’s Kayaks
Whether you need paddles, a life vest, a kayak, or
paddleboard, Jack’s Kayaks is the place for any of your
personal watercraft needs. 1764 Missouri Ave. N., Largo,
(727) 452-4684.
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Best Non-Tampa Bay Florida Destination
–– Tallahassee
As Florida’s capital city, Tallahassee, located in Florida’s
Panhandle, has a variety of activities to offer tourists, from
concerts and conventions to museums and college sports.
According to VisitTallahassee.com, it is a place “where college
town meets cultural center, politics meets performing arts and
history meets nature, a place where the vibrancy of what to do
is matched only by the city’s inviting hospitality,”
(800) 628-2866.
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 Oral Surgeon – Dr. Renato Aves
Dr. Renato Aves at the Tampa Bay Institute of Oral Surgery
and Dental Implants is known for his skill in surgery that
involves the head, neck, face and jaws, along with hard and
soft tissues of the mouth. 7720 W. Waters Ave., Tampa,
(813) 579-6655.
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 Outdoor Dining
–– The Terrace Café at Bon Appétit
The menu is the same here as it is inside Bon Appétit
Restaurant. The only difference is that the seating at The
Terrace Café is outside undercover with open views of St.
Joseph Sound. There is also an adjacent outdoor bar that
serves signature drinks and more. 148 Marina Plaza, Dunedin,
(727) 733-2151.
Best Opera House –– Sarasota Opera
The renovation of this magnificent performance hall keeps it
at the top of the list for opera with world-class performances,
concerts, lectures and events. 61 N. Pineapple Ave., Sarasota,
(941) 328-1300.
Best Party Givers
–– Dr. Zena Lansky and Warren Rodgers
Their giant holiday party at the Belleair Country Club is
a spectacular event, as are the smaller parties they host
throughout the year. They make sure that every detail is
covered to ensure that their guests have a good time.
Best Performing Arts Center
–– The Straz Center for the Performing Arts
Named in honor of David A. Straz Jr. of Tampa, this venue
offers five theaters, arts education, dining and catering. Each
theater offers diverse events that are of interest to almost
everyone. The breadth of what the Straz offers made it an easy
winner in this category. 1010 N. W.C. MacInnes Place, Tampa,
(813) 229-STAR (7827).
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Best Brewery -
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