Try Vallarta’s Of Wesley Chapel Anytime, Not Just For Cinco De Mayo!

*IMG_8423By Gary Nager

There’s no doubt that the Vallarta’s family of independently owned authentic Mexican restaurants — with locations in Land O’Lakes, Carrollwood, Temple Terrace, Tampa Palms and of course, the Vallarta’s in the Wesley Chapel Village Market — all offer large portions of delicious Mexican fare at great prices. Vallarta’s is the type of place that sends everyone home happy, satisfied and usually, with leftovers to enjoy.Continue reading

New Tampa & Wesley Chapel ‘Go Green’ For St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations

By Gary Nager

OK, so there was no way for yours truly to get to every St. Patrick’s Day celebration in New Tampa and Wesley Chapel (for example, I heard there also were significant crowds all day at all of the local Beef O’Brady’s and at PJ Dolan’s Irish Pub & Grille {on E. Bearss Ave.}) but I did the best I could and made it to three local events to recap for you.Continue reading

Skinny’s Fund Raiser For Bruce Nets $7,000!

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An estimated crowd of 300 people helped raise about $7,000 to benefit motorcycle accident victim Bruce Emerson (left) at Skinny’s Sports Bar.

By Gary Nager

It doesn’t always take a tragedy to bring people together in this or any other community, but terrible circumstances can help a large number of people come together for worthy causes, both here in Wesley Chapel and across the country.Continue reading