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Ever tried a beer that tastes like a dark chocolat

Ever tried a beer that tastes like a dark chocolate bar? I did at @zephyrhillsbrewingco. The cool thing about the brewery is it used to be a bank back in the day. They still have the original vault and walk-up window old bank clients used so it's nice to see they kept those small touches.

#letsplay #sportscoastaletrail #dailyfoodfeed #eater #foodiegram #foodgasm #foodbeast #eeeeeats #foodielife #foodiesofinstagram #foodlover #foodography #foodpic #foodphotographer #foodblogger #forkfeed #tampa #tampabay #tampablogger #tampafood #foodphotography #foodstyling #tampafoodphotographer #tampafoodie #yelptampabay

The final stop on our @flsportscoast brewery tour

The final stop on our @flsportscoast brewery tour was @dadecitybrewhouse . It was jam-packed and swinging inside when we pulled up. Of course, the beer that tickled my fancy was the Goosebumps Walkaway sour with its flavors of passion fruit, pink guava, tangerine, vanilla and lactose. Dinner was provided by new restaurant @kanseptkitchen ...between all the food we ate and dranks we had, I slept like a baby that night.

#dailyfoodfeed #eater #foodiegram #foodgasm #foodbeast #eeeeeats #foodielife #foodiesofinstagram #foodlover #foodography #foodpic #foodphotographer #foodblogger #forkfeed #tampa #tampabay #tampablogger #tampafood #foodphotography #foodstyling #tampafoodphotographer #tampafoodie #yelptampabay

Our next stop on @flsportscoast brewery tour was @

Our next stop on @flsportscoast brewery tour was @doublebranchartisanalales at The Grove at Wesley Chapel. Their Cherries in the Sky flavor tastes just like cherry pie and IYKYK I love anything sweet and that includes pie! This was another flavor I had to get another glass of.

What types of beer do y'all like? Sweet or unsweet(extra points if you know which movie that's from)? #letsplay #sportscoastaletrail #dailyfoodfeed #eater #foodiegram #foodgasm #foodbeast #eeeeeats #foodielife #foodiesofinstagram #foodlover #foodography #foodpic #foodphotographer #foodblogger #forkfeed #tampa #tampabay #tampablogger #tampafood #foodphotography #foodstyling #tampafoodphotographer #tampafoodie #yelptampabay

Coming soon: Ales by Alex jkjk (but don't I look l

Coming soon: Ales by Alex jkjk (but don't I look like I'm coming out with my own line of sweet drinks though?)

@escapebrewing in Trinity was the first stop on the @flsportscoast 8-hour brew tour. NGL, I wondered how a tour that long was going to go but it was a good day. We got to sample some of their most popular beers; once I saw the blueberry, guava, and lemon sour, I knew that one was mine. I should've bought a bottle in hindsight...I'm kicking myself right now.

#dailyfoodfeed #eater #foodiegram #foodgasm #foodbeast #eeeeeats #foodielife #foodiesofinstagram #foodlover #foodography #foodpic #foodphotographer #foodblogger #forkfeed #tampa #tampabay #tampablogger #tampafood #foodphotography #foodstyling #tampafoodphotographer #tampafoodie #yelptampabay #letsplay #sportscoastaletrail

The last time I was at @floridaavebrewing was back

The last time I was at @floridaavebrewing was back in 2018 as a grad student working on my final project. It's been fun seeing their growth and evolution in the beer scene here. The first night of the @flsportscoast Ale Trail trip was a fancy dinner at the brewery's new Wesley chapel location. Y'all...this food isn't like your regular bar food.

Pictured:
1. Seared snapper, saffron & pepper risotto, fennel & picked red onion salad, and seafood broth with a Dead Parrot Sea Salt & Lime Light Lager (MY FAVE DISH OF THE NIGHT BTW)
2. Watercress, black pepper compressed watermelon, shaved radish, truffle honey vinaigrette, and sesame tuile with a Luminescence Hazy IPA
3. Beef carpaccio, béarnaise aioli, cracked salt, and micro greens with a Rollin' Dirty Irish-Style Red Ale
4. Deconstructed S'mores: Graham cracker biscuit, toasted marshmallow fluff, and chocolate ganache with a Almond Coconut Spread Imperial Stout

#letsplay #sportscoastaletrail #dailyfoodfeed #eater #foodiegram #foodgasm #foodbeast #eeeeeats #foodielife #foodiesofinstagram #foodlover #foodography #foodpic #foodphotographer #foodblogger #forkfeed #tampa #tampabay #tampablogger #tampafood #foodphotography #foodstyling #tampafoodphotographer #tampafoodie #yelptampabay

A whole bunch of stuff I've eaten. Where have y’

A whole bunch of stuff I've eaten. Where have y’all been eating good at lately? Lemme know.

Pictured:
1. @7thandgrove Dive In
2. @anchorandbrine Truffle fries
3. @eatlittleleon custom bowl
4. @eatpsomi Loukoumades
5. @sohojuicecompany custom unlimited bowl
6. @eatpollosupremo Green-Go bowl with a side of maduros
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#dailyfoodfeed #eater #foodgasm #foodbeast #eeeeeats #foodielife #foodiesofinstagram #foodlover #foodpic #foodphotographer #foodblogger #forkfeed #tampa #tampabay #tampablogger #tampafood #foodphotography #tampafoodie #yelptampabay

A red lip is always it. Color: Uncensored by @fe

A red lip is always it.

Color: Uncensored by @fentybeauty

What’s some other good red lipsticks y’all like to wear?

#blackgirlbloggers #blkgirldaily #ootdinspo #stylelookbook #outfitdetails #ootdguide #dailyfashionideas #ootdmagazine #tampablogger #tampa #makeupideas #makeuplooks #makeupselfie #fentybeauty

We’re a month in to the fall season and we’re

We’re a month in to the fall season and we’re out shopping. There’s always room to buy more of the fall essentials we need from jeans to coats.

Link in bio to read more about which essentials every woman has in her closet.

What’s an item you’re looking forward to wearing when it finally gets cooler? I’m trying to wear my trenchcoats all season long.

Jacket: @levis
Sweatshirt: @legendaryrootz
Boots: @asos
Jeans: @endlessrose
Bag: @dooneyandbourke
Glasses: @prada

#blackinfluencers #endlessrose #liveinlevis #legendaryrootz #asos #dooneyandbourke #blackfashionbloggers #tampablogger #blackgirlfashion

Fall is here and I'm bout to wear this @weareivypa

Fall is here and I'm bout to wear this @weareivypark denim jacket THE MOMENT a little breeze comes through Tampa.

Click the link in my bio to see what a few trends are this season…you might have them in your closet already.

Sunnies: @versace
Top: @hm
Skirt: @thredup
Shoes: @weareivypark
Everything else: @brandonblackwoodnyc purse, @balmain choker, vintage necklaces

#blackinfluencers #blackgirlbloggers #blackgirlfashion #blackgirlstyle #versace #blackfashionbloggers #blkgirldaily #blackgirljoy #blackgirlmagic #brandonblackwood #brandonblackwoodnyc #browngirlblogger #thriftedandstyled #ivypark #ivyparkrodeo #stylediary #fashioninfluencers #styleinfluencer #ootdinspo #stylelookbook #outfitdetails #ootdguide #dailyfashionideas #ootdmagazine #tampablogger #balmainarmy

Extra smooth, extra cute at the @edgetampa at @epi

Extra smooth, extra cute at the @edgetampa at @epicureanhotel.

Dress: @target x @rixo
Shoes: Vintage @giuseppezanotti via @therealreal
Bag: @brandonblackwoodnyc
Everything else: Vintage @rayban sunnies and @hm necklaces, bracelets, and earrings
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#blackinfluencers #blackgirlbloggers #blackgirlfashion #blackgirlstyle #blackwomenwithstyle #blackfashionbloggers #blkgirldaily #therealreal #brandonblackwood #brandonblackwoodnyc #humansofrixo #browngirlblogger #browngirlbeauty #targetstyle #stylediary #fashioninfluencers #styleinfluencer #ootdinspo #stylelookbook #outfitdetails #ootdguide #dailyfashionideas #ootdmagazine #tampablogger #tampa

What a feast this was at @meatmarkettampa that @b

What a feast this was at @meatmarkettampa that @bobbybronz and I enjoyed during our @visittampabay #hosted engagement trip.

Pictured: Wood Grilled Buffalo Burger, Sweet Potato fries, Brussels, and their One in a Melon mocktail with @sanpellegrino_us for some added luxury.
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#dailyfoodfeed #eater #foodiegram #foodgasm #foodbeast #eeeeeats #meatmarkettampa #foodlover #foodpic #foodphotographer #foodblogfeed #foodblogger #forkfeed #foodblogeats #tampa #tampabay #tampablogger #tampafood #foodstyling #tampafoodphotographer #tampafood #tampafoodie #yelptampabay #lunch #lunchmenu #fooddiary #ipreview

About to grab the top spot like "pardon my reach".

About to grab the top spot like "pardon my reach".

Dress: @rixo x @target collab
Shoes: @hm sandals
Bag: @brandonblackwoodnyc

#blackinfluencers #hmusa #blackgirlfashion #blackgirlstyle #blackwomenwithstyle #blackfashionbloggers #blkgirldaily #blackgirljoy #blackgirlmagic #targetstyle #humansofrixo #browngirlblogger #browngirlbeauty #browngirlswhoblog #bloggersdiaries #brandonblackwoodnyc #brandonblackwood #stylediary #fashioninfluencers #styleinfluencer #ootdinspo #stylelookbook #outfitdetails #ootdguide #dailyfashionideas #ootdmagazine #tampablogger #tampa

@bobbybronz and I actually walked 15 minutes from

@bobbybronz and I actually walked 15 minutes from our hotel downtown to @oxfordexchange for our Day 2 with @visittampabay. Being around the hustle and bustle of the morning rush felt different and more "touristy" than us driving TBQH. #hosted

Pictured: Poppy Seed pancakes and a heap of fruit.

#dailyfoodfeed #eater #foodiegram #foodgasm #foodbeast #eeeeeats #foodielife #foodiesofinstagram #foodlover #foodography #foodpics #foodphotographer #foodblogfeed #foodblogger #forkfeed #foodbloggerlife #foodblogging #foodblogeats #tampa #tampabay #tampablogger #tampafood #foodphotography #oxfordexchange #unlocktampabay #tampafoodphotographer #tampafood #tampafoodie #yelptampabay

My and @bobbybronz first day with @visittampabay e

My and @bobbybronz first day with @visittampabay ended with drinks and dinner at @edgetampa and @elevagetampa, both at the @epicureanhotel in South Tampa. I'd been dying to go to EDGE for the longest so I was excited to finally go. #hosted

Pictured:
1. Lamb Spare Ribs (front…fell right off the bone 🔥🔥🔥) and Grilled Octopus (back)
2. King Crab Salad (front) and Pork Belly (back)
3. Epic Mai Tai cocktail

What did y’all eat/drink at @edgetampa and @elevagetampa last time you were here?

#dailyfoodfeed #eater #foodiegram #foodgasm #foodbeast #epicureanhotel #foodielife #foodiesofinstagram #foodlover #elevagetampa #foodpic #tampainfluencer #foodphotographer #unlocktampabay #foodblogger #forkfeed #foodbloggerlife #foodblogging #foodblogeats #tampa #tampabay #tampablogger #tampafood #foodphotography #foodstyling #tampafoodphotographer #tampafood #tampafoodie #yelptampabay

Can y'all believe I've lived in Tampa for this lon

Can y'all believe I've lived in Tampa for this long and never ate at @columbiarestaurant for the first time last month? I've seen the light and what I've been missing all this time. #hosted by @visittampabay

Pictured:
1. Mahi-Mahi "Cuya Hueso" (back) and Cannelloni de Langosta (front)
2. White Chocolate Bread Pudding
3. Cuban bread from @lasegundabakery
4. The ICONIC 1905 salad
5. Waiter making 1905 salad
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#dailyfoodfeed #eater #foodiegram #foodgasm #foodbeast #eeeeeats #foodielife #foodiesofinstagram #foodlover #foodography #foodpic #columbiarestaurant #foodphotographer #foodblogfeed #foodblogger #forkfeed #foodbloggerlife #foodblogging #foodblogeats #tampa #tampabay #tampablogger #tampafood #foodphotography #unlocktampabay #tampafoodphotographer #tampafood #tampafoodie #yelptampabay

Y'all know by now @bobbybronz and I are making thi

Y'all know by now @bobbybronz and I are making this thang OFFICIAL official so what better way to celebrate than with a #hosted trip with @visittampabay? We got to be tourists in our own city for a change and do some things we've never done before like eating lunch at @columbiarestaurant and a tour at @j.c.newmancigarco.

A bit of a #OOTD for you: @brandonblackwoodnyc bag, @hm tube top, thrifted skirt from @thredup, and @publicdesire sandals.

Wanna see everything we did on Day 1 of our trip? Click the link in my bio.

In the comments below, tell me what "tourist" things do you enjoy doing.
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#traveladdict #travelblogger #travelblog #traveldiary #travelwriter #travelbucketlist #coupleswhotravel #coupletravelgoals #couplesthattravel #coupletravels #blackinfluencers #blackgirlbloggers #travelnoire #blackgirlstraveltoo #staycation #blackpeopletravel #blacktravelfeed #tampablogger #tampabay #stayandwander #travel #travelathome #quarantinetravel #letsgosomewhere #travelgirldiary #womentravel #tampa #blackgirlluxury

Dog moms gotta have a life too.⠀ ⠀ Dress: @rix

Dog moms gotta have a life too.⠀
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Dress: @rixo x @target collab⠀
Shoes: @shopdolcevita from @poshmark
Purse: @Target ⠀
Accessories: @rossdressforless scarf, @zalesjewelers necklace, thrifted earrings, @forever21 bracelets

📸: @ohhmygalyy

Tell me you love @uleletampa without telling me yo

Tell me you love @uleletampa without telling me you love Ulele.

Pictured:
1. Chargrilled Oysters
2. Ring of Fire cocktail and Lobster mac
3. Fire Roasted Chicken
4. Juan's Snapper and Highland Rita (#hosted by @visittampabay)
5. and 6. Candied Bacon Maple Ice Cream (#hosted by @visittampabay)
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#unlocktampabay #dailyfoodfeed #eater #foodiegram #foodgasm #foodbeast #eeeeeats #foodielife #foodiesofinstagram #foodlover #foodography #foodpic #foodpics #foodphotographer #foodblogfeed #foodblogger #forkfeed #foodbloggerlife #foodblogging #foodblogeats #tampa #tampabay #tampablogger #tampafood #foodphotography #foodstyling #tampafoodphotographer #tampafood #tampafoodie #yelptampabay

Y’all know who got white dresses on deck? I want

Y’all know who got white dresses on deck? I want to do all the things. Also, shoutout to our @uleletampa server Courtney too 💛

Did y’all grow up imagining what your wedding day would be like? What kinds of things did you imagine?

📸: @fireandprincess/ @pricelessphotographs

You know…just out here looking cute and whatnot

You know…just out here looking cute and whatnot with some OOTD inspo.

Pics 1.-4. at @wtrgrill
Dress: @primark from @thredup
Shoes: @hm
Purse: @target
Accessories: @hm, vintage @rayban and @avalonexchangetampa

Pics: 5.-6. at @olivia_tampa
Dress: @christopherjohnrogers for @target
Purse: @target
Shoes: @nordstromrack
Accessories: @hm , vintage @rayban and @avalonexchangetampa

Pics 7.-9.
Dress: @target
Purse: @brandonblackwoodnyc
Shoes: @nike
Accessories: @ysl sunnies I “borrowed” from my fiancé @bobbybronz, @amazon butterfly clips
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#blackinfluencers #blackgirlbloggers #blackgirlfashion #blackgirlstyle #blackwomenwithstyle #blackfashionbloggers #blkgirldaily #blackgirljoy #blackgirlmagic #christopherjohnrogersxtarget #targetstyle #blackwomenrock #melaninonfleek #browngirlblogger #browngirlbeauty #browngirlswhoblog #bloggersdiaries #bloggerlove #bloggerlifestyle #stylediary #fashioninfluencers #styleinfluencer #ootdinspo #stylelookbook #outfitdetails #ootdguide #dailyfashionideas #ootdmagazine #tampablogger #tampa

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