International foodies rejoice – one of Florida's best-loved celebrations of local fare is back from 3 - 17 August this year. Visitors to the sunshine state can enjoy exclusive Prix Fixe three-course menus from just $25 per person (excluding drinks, taxes and tip), which provides excellent value for families on their summer holidays, in the third Dine Tampa Bay Restaurant Week. "We appreciate that eating out every night while on holiday can be pricey, which is why we're delighted to be part of the Dine Tampa Bay Restaurant Week again," says Venessa Alexander, UK Director, Visit St. Pete/Clearwater.

This year Pinellas County favourites such as 400 Beach Seafood & tap House, Café Largo, GrillSmith-Clearwater and Parkshore Grill will once again join the celebration. There is plenty of choice for foodies whether you are looking to try some delicious seafood and other Floridian delights such as crab salad, conch fritters and grilled grouper. International fare including open BBQ, Cuban, Italian, Asian and fondue will also get your taste buds tingling.

Many restaurants offer further upgraded menus costing $35 or $45 per person. In 2011, 63 restaurants took part in the two-week celebration with more than 1,500 online reservations made. Reservations are recommended, for a full list of restaurants participating in 2012 and menu details visit www.dinetampabay.com.

 

 

 

Visit St. Petersburg/Clearwater
Visit St. Petersburg/Clearwater (VSPC) is the official destination marketing organisation of Pinellas County in Florida and covers 26 municipalities in the area. The region is located on a beautiful peninsula on Florida's west coast, bordered by the Gulf of Mexico to the west and Tampa Bay to the east. Just 30 minutes away from Busch Gardens and 90 minutes away from Walt Disney World, the area offers 35 miles of white-sand beaches and uniquely colourful communities to explore.

The destination is renowned for sunshine and currently holds the Guinness World Record for the longest run of sunshine days, a massive 768.The Clearwater Marina is home to the famous dolphin, Winter, who featured in the smash-hit Dolphin Tale. The film dramatizes the real-life story of how Winter recovered from having her tail removed with the help of a prosthetic.

Also home to the largest collection of Dali artwork outside of Spain, the county has culture, wildlife and beautiful beaches with a semi-tropical climate making it the perfect holiday destination for families, couples and singles.
Tampa International Airport is 30 minutes from St. Petersburg/Clearwater. Orlando International Airport is less than an hour’s drive from St. Petersburg/Clearwater.

For more information: www.visitstpeteclearwater.com