DINING
In our May Dining feature, Stephen Rafferty shares some of his picks for spring dining in Tampa Bay and says goodbye to a loved local favorite.
Paradise News Team
COVER STORY: FloodSafe Solution
Based in St. Petersburg, FloodSafe Solution specializes in custom flood prevention barrier systems and water mitigation services designed to protect residential homes, commercial properties, and municipal buildings located in flood zones.
Jewelry Makeover Expert
With over 40 years of experience in the industry, Beverly Gianna in St. Pete can help to restore, redesign and repurpose items that have sentimental value.
ARTISTS SPOTLIGHT
Paradise News magazine editor, Andrea Martone, profiles Cindy Leon, an independent beauty consultant in both Clearwater and Brandon, but is far more than a saleswoman for beauty products. She paints confidence in her clients.
HISTORIC CORDOVA INN
The historic Cordova Inn in downtown St. Pete just tripled in size. The boutique property opened 65 new rooms this month, growing from 30 to 95 and adding one of the more distinctive new buildings to the city’s urban core in recent years.
Art News May 2026
Caron Schwartz shares what is coming up on Pinellas County’s arts scene including classes at Morean Center for Clay, the Keep St. Pete Beach Weird campaign and tequila tastings at St. Pete Museum of History.
Top 5 Weekend Events May 1-3, 2026
#1 33rd Annual King of the Beach Experience one of Pinellas County’s most iconic waterfront celebrations at the King of the Beach Festival & Tournament, taking over Madeira Beach for … Read more
Weekly Tidbits April 30, 2026
Read our April ECO feature on how you can help nesting sea turtles at https://www.paradisenewsfl.com/sea-turtle-season-2026/ Painting in the Park returns May 16! Museum of Fine Arts St. Pete’s FREE community celebration … Read more
Top 5 Weekend Events April 24-26, 2026
#1 Green Thumb Festival Celebrate spring at St. Pete’s beloved Green Thumb Fest, this Saturday & Sunday 9am–4pm at Walter Fuller Park. This free, family-friendly Arbor Day tradition features 120+ … Read more
Weekly Tidbits April 23, 2026
Vote for the Best of St. Pete–Clearwater It’s that time again! Cast your vote for the Best of St. Pete–Clearwater and celebrate the local spots that make our area shine. … Read more