“Shop” listings
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Woof Gang Bakery
See Spot sit. See Spot stay. See Spot thank you for the dog-licious treats you got him from this bakery featuring flavorful, healthy, fun gourmet canine treats like Snickerpoodles. Birthday coming up? Grab a pup-cake, or special order your best friend’s favorite flavor, such as parmesan and bacon or peanut butter. (09/2011)
18875 State Road 54, Lutz
813-949-3644
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KALUPA’S BAKERY & DELI
Say “I love you” with a dozen personalized cookies from this long-time favorite bakery. Or, you can create a cake designed to look like those favorite fl owers or a cupcake for a sweet bite. (01/2011)
2602 S MacDill Ave
813-902-1979
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VINYL FEVER TAMPA
Recently named one of Rolling Stone’s Top 25 record stores in the US, this small shop is fi lled with vinyl favorites as well as latest releases. A listening station lets you take a listen to a CD or record before you buy. (01/2011)
4110 Henderson Blvd
813-289-8399
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ROBERT’S CHRISTMAS WONDERLAND
Looking for that special ornament to complete your tree? Touted as one of America’s largest Christmas stores, this place is likely to have everything you need to celebrate the holidays in style. (11/2010)
2951 Gulf to Bay Blvd
727-797-1660
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VSPICERY
Variety is the spice of life, and that’s especially true here. This niche boutique offers, among other things, 13 types of salt from which to choose, including Bolivian rose and saffron sea salt. Prepare to take your taste buds for a spin. (11/2010)
2913 W Cypress St
813-870-1133
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TUNICA PHARMACY/LEVEE SHACK
Just what the doctor ordered—a double dose of shopping. Funky and original marries practical, medicinal and necessary at this unique shop where you can pick up your prescription and a handcrafted frame or Vera Bradley bag. (09/2010)
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FEATURES COSTUMES
Looking for the perfect Halloween costume? The the friendly staff here will help you find the disguise you want, be it a pirate, astronaut or something monstrous. If they don’t have it, bring in a sketch or a photo, and this boo-tique will create a costume for you. (09/2010)
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HOOKER TEA
With more than 100 different types of loose teas on hand, including white, green, black, oolong and pu-erh varieties, this store is adored by tea-lovers and novices alike. (09/2010)
300 Beach Dr NE, St. Petersburg
727-894-4832
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CITY BIKE TAMPA
Hit the streets in style on a two-wheeler from this shop. Located in downtown Tampa, it rents Kona bikes for adults and kids, sells gear and offers advice on local trails. (05/2010)
212 E Cass St
813-225-1777
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WHY NOT BOUTIQUE
The extensive selection of eco-friendly clothes, bath and body products, jewelry and other goodies (Envirosax bags and stainless-steel water bottles) sold here make it easy to give green gifts. (05/2010)
3217A S MacDill Ave
813-374-2394
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A TOUCH OF TARTAN
Fans of Scotland and Ireland, take note: Everything from the two countries, from fashion, housewares and art to toiletries and food, can be found in this import store. (03/2010)
15000 N Dale Mabry Hwy
813-962-8244
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CENTRAL AVENUE ANTIQUE MARKETPLACE
This bit of Central Avenue in downtown St. Petersburg is an antique-hunter’s heaven. Finds include classic furniture, local art, glittering glassworks and fi ne china, as well as Mid-Century Modern goods. (03/2010)
2541 Central Ave, St. Petersburg
727-321-1576
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