Shop Local, Tampa! A Black Friday Gift Guide
Only 45% of the dollars spent in a big box store stick around, while 70% of every dollar spent in a small business stays in the local economy. Here are some great ideas to get this year’s gift list kickstarted!
For the Beach Bum
THE CABANA CLUB
727-209-7964
The Cabana Club serves these beaches with the most wonderful beach day setups you’ve ever seen. Your personal beach concierge has your setup ready and waiting at the beach of your choice. All you have to do is show up and say “Ahhhh.”
For the Blissed Out
SOUTH TAMPA WELLNESS SPA
550 N REO ST
Massage therapy, acupuncture, a sensory-deprivation floatation tank: South Tampa Wellness Spa is for the person in your life who really knows how to relax… or for the one who really needs to. Gift cards and packages available.
For the Boys
MATTER OF FACT
1029 CENTRAL AVE
This stylish spot in downtown St Pete is the place to grab some great gear for the main man in your life. From activewear and accessories to swimwear and shoes, you’ll find just the thing. Enjoy complimentary beer from their rotating keg while you shop around.
For the Taster
17TH ANNUAL TASTE OF SOUTH TAMPA
TICKETS GO ON SALE DEC 1ST
Give the gift of good taste! The upcoming event put on by the South Tampa Chamber will take place at the Tampa Garden Club on Sun, March 19, 2023. Unlimited food and beverage samples, a beer garden, live entertainment, fun giveaways and more.
For the Entertainer
THE UPSTAIRS BOUTIQUE
2842 DR MLK JR ST N
On the 2nd floor of the Rollin’ Oats Market in St Pete, the Upstairs Boutique is chock full of all the things. From drinkware to dishes and oven mitts to aprons, this shop has something for the gal who has it all. Shop Voluspa, Rifle Paper, Corkcicle, Bella Tunno and more.
For the Community
SOUTHEASTERN GUIDE DOGS
941-729-5665
Southeastern Guide Dogs provides free guide dogs to veterans with disabilities and children with significant challenges. You can sponsor your own puppy for only $19 a month! You’ll follow along as your pup grows into a beautiful, working, life-changing dog.
For the Pasta Lover
THE RAVIOLI CO
5130 S DALE MABRY HWY
Treat a loved one to ultra-fresh pasta packaged to go from The Ravioli Co! Tortellini and ravioli, classic and seafood lasagnas, s’mac and cheese, artisan bakes, sirloin meatballs, 15 fresh pastas, 14 sauces, tapenades, pestos, compound butters, baked goods and more.
Just to Say Olive You
FIG AND JULEP
1621 W SNOW CIR
With a selection of olives from around the world, specialty cocktail mixers, artisan crackers, craft cheeses, jams and chutneys, mustards, balsamic vinegars, luxury chocolates and so much more, Fig and Julep is the spot to pick out a treat for somebody special.
For the Cigar Aficionado
“THE AMERICAN” FACTORY & FARM TOUR
2701 N 16th ST
See the best tobacco get rolled into “The American” at JC Newman, the last working cigar factory in Cigar City. Then visit Sun Grown Farm to experience how tobacco is grown. Include pastries and coffee from La Segunda, a BBQ lunch at the farm, a drink, and a cigar.
For the Dog Dad
THE MODERN PAWS
1120 E KENNEDY BLVD
Owners Ben and Lisa believe in nourishing the body through good diet and exercise, and the same goes for their fur babies. They offer natural, holistic and unique pet products. They deliver, but head to the shop for the full shopping experience (and self-service dog spa).
