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Perfect Pairings
Entertain in style with wines paired with holiday appetizers curated by Brix 33. Article by Michelle Numann | Photography by Lux Content Co. Hosting a memorable holiday party starts with the perfect blend of flavors and a warm, welcoming ambiance. Chef Elijah Rock and Sous Chef Jeremy Phillips at Brix 33 share how to amp up your party by perfectly pairing wines with great appetizers for your holiday soiree. Wine pairing isn't as hard as some may think. “You have to look at the acidity. There...
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Light it Up
Trending Light Displays & How Not to End Up Like the Griswolds Article by Michelle Numann | Photography by Lux Content Co. As November comes to a close and the holidays approach, homeowners start planning how to transform their homes into astonishing showcases. Here are current holiday lighting trends as well as safety tips to consider while installing those glistening light displays. “One of the most popular trends right now is permanent LED roofline lighting. These permanent track systems...
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Give A Little
These organizations seek community support and generosity this holiday season. Article by Michelle Numann | Photography by Lux Content Co. Sponsor a Child This Season Join the James P. Gills YMCA this season of giving with the Giving Tree, where you can sponsor a child in need by selecting an ornament. The celebration culminates on December 14th with Breakfast with Santa. For details, visit www.ymcasuncoast.org/give. Join Jericho Road Ministries in Transforming Lives Jericho Road...
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After the Storm
We are, and will forever remain, Pasco Strong. Article by Michelle Numann | Photography by Pasco Brave After recent hurricanes devastated New Port Richey, entire neighborhoods were left in ruins. Areas like Gulf Harbors and Hudson Beach suffered the most, with over 7,000 homes sustaining more than 50% damage, making them unlivable. An estimated 20,000 to 30,000 people have been displaced. Pasco Brave and several other organizations, such as All Hands and Hearts VOAD (Volunteer Organizations...
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Holiday Gift Favorites
Shop local businesses to come out looking better than Santa! Article by Michelle Numann Elevate your holiday gifting with trendy fashion and unforgettable accessories from www.theelevateboutique.com. Snag top quality bikes and expert repairs for your active family at www.treklandolakes.com. Handbags, lace dresses, and kimonos are some of our favorites at www.pinkbrickboutique.com. Pamper yourself this holiday season with luxurious goat milk soaps from www.facebook.com/TangledAcreFarm. Shop...
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Serving Up Hope
Metropolitan Ministries is lifting up the community, both during the holidays and beyond. Article by JoAnn Chang | Photography by Lux Content Co. It can happen to anyone. An accident, a sudden bill, an unexpected layoff. Despite your best efforts, you could find yourself in a position you never expected. Bills you can’t pay. No local support system and looking at the possibility of homelessness. Where do you go when faced with those challenges? Thankfully, people in the Tampa Bay area have...
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Thanksgiving Florida Style
Enhance your entertaining with outdoor living. Article by JoAnn Chang | Photography by Lux Content Co. As the holidays draw near, entertainers are making plans for how best to welcome friends and family for holiday meals and parties. In Florida, we’re lucky to have balmy warm weather and access to outdoor living spaces that many friends and family members up north only dream of. A spacious, well planned outdoor area to entertain in, especially during the holiday season, is truly a blessing...
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A Home for the Holidays
Friends of Animal Services is helping pets find loving homes. Article by JoAnn Chang | Photography by Lux Content Co. When Pasco County Animal Services became a no kill shelter, it faced mounting expenses to find homes for all the animals overfilling their shelter. Friends of Animal Services was created to help stem the tide and work to help find pets loving homes and take care of those still waiting for their forever home. Michael Shumate, Director of Pasco County Animal Services, shares how...
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Managing Holiday Stress
The holidays can seem joyful but come with pitfalls for many. Learn to manage your mental health during the holidays. Article by JoAnn Chang | Photography by Lux Content Co. As the seasons change and excitement for the holidays begin to surround us, it’s important to remember that not everyone may be looking forward to the celebration. For some, it may be a recent loss. For others, it can be the specter of another conversation with family members who don’t understand us and our decisions...
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Raise a Glass
Introducing six of the best cocktails in town! Article by JoAnn Chang | Photography by Lux Content Co. Whiskey Joe’s – Ultimate Pina Colada Some days, you just need to find a place to stick your toes in the sand with a tropical concoction and Whiskey Joe’s Ultimate Pina Colada will fit the bill. A frozen cocktail featuring Captain Morgan pineapple, rum cream, pineapple juice and REÀL Coconut served up in a pineapple is the ultimate in liquid relaxation. Catches – Tiramisu Martini ...
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