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NEW TAMPA, FL — Get ready for a taste of the Middle East. Amo Sami's Shawarma, the self-proclaimed home of the 'OG crispy chicken shawarma,' has announced it will be opening its doors in New Tampa in early May 2026. Located at 6431 E County Line Rd, the new eatery promises authentic flavors built on family recipes and 'made with love.' The announcement has already sparked excitement among local foodies looking for high-quality, traditional shawarma options in the area. What t

WESLEY CHAPEL, FL — Two of America's most recognizable restaurant chains are heading to one of Wesley Chapel's busiest intersections, and construction is already underway. A new retail center known as Gateway Plaza is rising at the southwest corner of Wesley Chapel Boulevard (SR-54) and Gateway Drive, just west of Interstate 75. The project — filed under the entity Shoppes at Gateway, LLC — will be anchored by an Olive Garden, with Seasons 52 as the second restaurant and a He

Popular New Tampa Restaurant Cali Reopens with a Fresh, Upscale Look After Half-Million-Dollar Makeover One of New Tampa's most beloved casual dining spots has returned with a bold new look. Cali Tampa Palms has officially reopened its doors following a $500,000 renovation, bringing a more refined atmosphere to a restaurant that has served the local community for over a decade. The revamped space was celebrated with a ribbon cutting hosted by the North Tampa Bay Chamber of Co

WESLEY CHAPEL, FL — One of Wesley Chapel's most storied properties is in the middle of a full reset. Saddlebrook Resort — the 480-acre destination that put Wesley Chapel on the map for tennis and golf decades ago — has new ownership and a new vision, and the upgrades are underway. Saddlebrook has long been a fixture in the Wesley Chapel landscape, known for its championship tennis programs, two Arnold Palmer-designed golf courses, and as a destination resort that attracted pr

PASCO COUNTY, FL — The future of grocery delivery is literally flying in. Walmart is moving closer to launching drone delivery at several Pasco County store locations through its partnership with Wing, a drone delivery company owned by Alphabet — Google's parent company. Walmart has been expanding its Wing drone delivery program across Florida, and Pasco County is now in the crosshairs for expansion. The service allows customers to place orders through the Walmart app and rec

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WESLEY CHAPEL, FL — Wesley Chapel's food scene keeps growing, and this next addition is one a lot of residents have been waiting for. Naz's Halal is officially coming to 27835 Wesley Chapel Blvd., Unit 102 — taking over the former Hangry Joe's space right next to Brooklyn Water Bagel Co. — and an opening as early as May 2026 is on the table. If you're not familiar with Naz's, here's the short version: bold, unapologetic NYC-style halal food that has built a serious following

TAMPA, FL — Tampa travelers, this one is worth getting excited about. Breeze Airways has announced two new nonstop international routes launching from Tampa International Airport this winter, and both are exactly the kind of destinations people have been asking for. Starting December 16, 2026, Breeze will fly nonstop from Tampa directly to St. Thomas in the U.S. Virgin Islands — a first in Tampa airport history. No layovers, no connections, just Tampa to paradise in one shot.

Tampa Bay's newest car wash destination is almost here. AquaSonic Car Wash officially opens its Tampa-area location on Thursday, May 8, 2026, at 6929 N. 56th Street — just south of Temple Terrace in Hillsborough County. To celebrate, the brand has planned 18 consecutive days of free car washes, local business partnerships, community giveaways, and special daily activations running through May 25. Grand Opening Day in Tampa: May 8 — Free Washes All Day The launch kicks off big

WESLEY CHAPEL, FL — If you've been watching the construction at Wesley Chapel Blvd. and Lexington Oaks Blvd., the wait is nearly over. The Hub at Lexington is putting the finishing touches on what could be the most interesting new dining and entertainment cluster to open in Wesley Chapel this year. The $24 million development from Center Connect Development — the same team behind the popular Hub at Bexley — brings about 40,000 square feet of small-shop space to a busy residen

WESLEY CHAPEL, FL — Wesley Chapel's dessert scene is about to get a serious upgrade. Cinnaholic, the beloved gourmet cinnamon roll bakery with a cult following across the country, is opening its doors this spring at The Hub at Lexington Oaks — and the team behind it knows exactly what they're doing. The Wesley Chapel location is owned by the same team behind Cinnaholic South Tampa, bringing their expertise and local knowledge to the Lexington Oaks community. Every roll is mad

A new retail and marketplace concept has officially opened its doors at The Distillery District, with The Cooperage Marketplace welcoming its first visitors to a lively and well-attended launch celebration. A Community-Centered Grand Opening in Cooperage Marketplace The opening was marked by a community gathering that drew a strong crowd of supporters and local business enthusiasts. Organizers celebrated the occasion with cake alongside the marketplace's new tenants, describi

TAMPA, FL — Tampa just landed a flagship that cities like New York, London, and Macau already have. PAIGE, one of the world's most recognized premium denim and lifestyle brands, opened its first Florida store last Friday, April 25, at Hyde Park Village. Located at 1517 W. Swann Ave., the 1,800-square-foot space was designed personally by PAIGE co-founder and Creative Director Paige Adams-Geller, drawing on what she describes as Tampa's coastal charm and mid-century modern aes

PASCO COUNTY, FL — Something big is rising at the I-75 and State Road 52 interchange, and it's going to change the way the entire north corridor looks and feels. Double Branch, a nearly 1,000-acre master-planned development that broke ground in October 2023, is now actively leasing retail space across two distinct districts. The project is being developed by Columnar and marketed by ACRE Commercial Real Estate — and the numbers behind it are hard to ignore. Two Districts, Two

WESLEY CHAPEL, FL — Wesley Chapel's healthcare boom isn't slowing down. AdventHealth has filed plans for a new construction project right here in the community, with an expected opening before the end of the year. State and local development filings confirm that AdventHealth plans to build out new space at 2600 Bruce B. Downs Blvd., with occupancy targeted for on or around November 1, 2026. Specific details about what the space will include have not yet been publicly released

Tampa's Hyde Park Village has added a significant name to its retail lineup. International fashion brand PAIGE has opened its first Florida location at the historic South Tampa shopping destination, marking a notable milestone for both the brand and the local retail scene. A First for Florida Located at 1517 W. Swann Ave., the PAIGE store celebrated its grand opening on April 25th, 2026, becoming the newest addition to the Hyde Park Village shopping and dining scene. While t

Wesley Chapel is getting a new dessert destination this spring. Cinnaholic, the build-your-own cinnamon roll concept known for its fully customizable menu, is set to open a location at The Hub at Lexington Oaks — brought to the community by the same ownership team behind Cinnaholic South Tampa. A New Spot for Customizable Cinnamon Rolls Cinnaholic specializes in oversized, freshly made cinnamon rolls that guests can personalize with a wide selection of frostings and toppings.

WESLEY CHAPEL, FL — The long-anticipated Publix at Wiregrass Commons has officially cleared its final hurdle. Building permits were issued on December 24, 2025, paving the way for construction to begin on what will be one of the most feature-packed Publix locations in the area. Where and What The new store — officially Publix #1504 — will anchor Wiregrass Commons, a new shopping center at the busy intersection of SR-54 and Wiregrass Ranch Blvd., directly across from the Walma

WESLEY CHAPEL, FL — The Florida Medical Clinic Orlando Health Wiregrass Ranch Hospital opened its doors on April 21, marking a major milestone for one of Florida's fastest-growing communities. For residents who've watched the massive building rise off SR-56 over the past two years, the wait is finally over. What the Hospital Offers The $300 million facility sits on 47 acres at the corner of State Road 56 and Wiregrass Ranch Blvd. Here's what it opens with: • 102 beds (expanda

Photos are courtesy of YMCA Tampa. https://tampaymca.org/mary-w-sierra-family-ymca WESLEY CHAPEL, FL — After years of waiting, construction is well underway on the Mary W. Sierra Family YMCA, and the finish line is in sight. The facility is on track to open this summer, giving Wesley Chapel residents something they've been asking for since long before the subdivisions started multiplying. What's Being Built The $35 million, 50,000-square-foot complex is located at 4379 Wellbe