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Issue #074: Culinary Masters in Tampa, Essential Pet Safety, Tampa’s Top 15 Sports Spot & St. Louis Inspired Treat!
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Ted Grellner
19 Mar
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GOOD MORNING!
For pet owners an important reminder of deadly common household items to be very careful with in your home in Of Interest.
Also, today’s OMG article truly earns it’s designation as OMG! Being from Sr. Louis which is known for it’s signature Gooey Butter Coffee Cake, this new Blue Bell flavor is sure to be a hit!
Dr Ted
In this issue of
NewTampa | WesleyChapel Local Pulse
Local News
🍗Savor the Battle: Tampa's Chef Showdown Ignites Culinary Passions!
Of Interest
🐕Guarding Our Furry Friends: Essential Tips for Pet Poison Prevention
Sports
🏀Score for Tampa: Hitting the Top 15 in Global Sports Event Hosting!
OMG
🥮 A St. Louis Treat Reimagined: Blue Bell’s Latest Ice Cream Delight!
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March 24
Savor the Battle: Tampa's Chef Showdown Ignites Culinary Passions!
The vision of a perfect open pit bbq restaurant
The Tampa Bay Wine & Food Festival is gearing up for an exciting culinary showdown with its Chef Showdown event, featuring a series of competitive cook-offs between reigning champions and eager new challengers.
Hosted by celebrity chef Robert Irvine and presented by Irvine Spirits, the festival will spotlight battles across various culinary categories, including burgers, seafood, fried chicken, tacos, truffle dishes, sushi, and pasta.
Notable matchups include Chef Tyson Grant facing Chef Jay Narvaez in the Battle Burger and Chef Manuel Arevalo going up against Chef Jon Walker in the Battle Seafood. The festival, enriched with a community spirit, also introduces the "Breaking Bread with Heroes" breakfast.
Set against the vibrant backdrop of downtown Tampa from April 9-13, this culinary extravaganza is a celebration of gastronomy, brought to life by Breakthru Beverage and supported by renowned sponsors like Goya Foods and Publix, in collaboration with the Hillsborough County commissioners.
Guarding Our Furry Friends: Essential Tips for Pet Poison Prevention
In observance of Pet Poison Prevention Month, TrustedHousesitters is highlighting the urgent need for pet safety awareness. The organization points out the staggering figure of over 401,500 annual pet poisoning incidents in the U.S., stressing the necessity for pet owners to meticulously inspect their homes for common, yet potentially fatal, hazards.
These items, often overlooked, can pose serious risks to our four-legged companions.
Key Household Dangers for Pets:
Lilies: Beautiful but Toxic - Particularly lethal to cats, even small ingestions of lilies can cause catastrophic kidney failure, while Lily of the Valley might trigger seizures and cardiac problems in both cats and dogs.
Essential Oils: Concealed Risks - Despite their popularity for home aromatherapy, oils like tea tree, pennyroyal, and eucalyptus can be harmful, causing symptoms ranging from gastrointestinal distress to more severe reactions.
Xylitol: Hazardously Sweet - This sugar alternative, found in various food items, toothpaste, and some medications, is innocuous for humans but perilous for pets, especially dogs.
Medications & Supplements - Over-the-counter and prescription medications, as well as supplements, can be toxic to pets, with substances like ibuprofen and vitamin D3 posing significant health threats.
Nicotine Products: Extremely Poisonous - Exposure to nicotine, from cigarettes or vaping products, can cause severe symptoms in pets, including vomiting, seizures, and potentially deadly poisoning.
Pet owners are advised to proactively remove these dangers from their homes and stay vigilant to prevent accidental ingestions. Should a pet come into contact with these or any suspicious substances, immediate veterinary attention is essential to ensure their well-being.
Score for Tampa: Hitting the Top 15 in Global Sports Event Hosting!
Tampa has been recognized by the Sports Business Journal as one of the top 15 cities globally for hosting major sporting events.
The city's rich portfolio of events includes the ReliaQuest Bowl, the Gasparilla Bowl, the Valspar Championship, and high-profile happenings like the Super Bowl LV and WrestleMania 37. The city's appeal as a host is boosted by venues like the expansive SouthShore Sportsplex and the versatile Hillsborough County Tournament SportsPlex, along with the iconic Amalie Arena and Raymond James Stadium.
Tampa's capacity to attract massive crowds is evident from its ability to generate substantial hotel room bookings and attract millions of visitors annually, significantly benefiting the local economy. With a schedule packed with diverse sports events, including upcoming major tournaments and championships, Tampa is solidifying its reputation as a premier destination for sports enthusiasts and major event organizers alike.
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A St. Louis Treat Reimagined: Blue Bell’s Latest Ice Cream Delight!
Blue Bell Creameries, the renowned Texas ice cream maker, has introduced a mouth-watering new flavor that pays homage to the iconic St. Louis gooey butter cake. This latest creation, named after the beloved dessert, combines a rich cake batter ice cream base with sumptuous swirls of cream cheese and scrumptious chunks of gooey butter cake.
Launched in Brenham, Texas, the new flavor celebrates the brand's expansion into St. Louis markets, though it will delight taste buds in most regions where Blue Bell is sold. Carl Breed, Blue Bell’s VP of Sales and Marketing, boasts that their Gooey Butter Cake Ice Cream is a delectable tribute to the St. Louis classic, offering a creamy, cakey indulgence with every spoonful.
Ice cream aficionados and dessert lovers are invited to indulge in this new offering, a creamy blend that promises to deliver the rich, comforting flavors of a homemade gooey butter cake.
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