Cost: $5-$15

Zimala Review: While visiting the historical Ybor district in Tampa, check out the local buzz going on over on 9th avenue, only about 1/4 mile East of Centro Ybor. Indeed, their claim to fame is having the best tacos in Tampa, but many would argue that they’re the best in the Southeast. We here at Zimala agreed, and so they get our praises as well as a spot on the Featured Business section. An independent restaurant whose owner is the grandchild of the great Mema who learned how to make these great tacos in 1950’s Alaska. Using no preservatives, Mema’s tacos have an extremely fresh and fulfilling taste if there ever was one in the world of tacos. Pair your food with over 30 beers to choose from and over 20 soft drinks.

Zimala Rating:

 ★★★★★ 

Website: Mema’s Alaskan Tacos

Address: 1724 East 8th Avenue, Tampa, FL

Phone Number: (813) 242-822

Directions: Here

Cost:  Click Here for Breakdown of Prices

Zimala Review: Not Reviewed

Zimala Rating:

 ★★★★☆ 

Website: Medieval Times

Ticket Purchase: Here

Address: 4510 W. Irlo Bronson Hwy., Kissimmee, FL

Phone Number: (866) 543-9637

Directions: Here

Cost: Movie – $14.50 everyday price, $12.50 matinee price + any food purchases

Zimala Review: Not Reviewed

Zimala Rating: Not Rated

Website: CineBistro

Location: Hyde Park

Address: 1609 West Swann Avenue, Tampa, FL

Phone Number: (813) 514-8300‎

Directions: Here

Location: Grove 16

Address: 6333 Wesley Grove Boulevard, Wesley Chapel, FL

Phone Number: (813) 948-5444‎

Directions: Here

Cost: Wines – $11.99-$14.99, Tastings – Free

Uncorked Hours:

Friday Nights: 5pm – 1am
Llive music: 8pm – 1am

Saturday Nights: 5pm – midnight
Live music: 6:30 – 11:30

Happy Hour: 5:00pm to 7:00pm

Food: Complimentary Appetizers

Zimala Review: Not Reviewed

Zimala Rating: Not Rated

Website: Keel and Curley Winery

Email: rossgentry@keelandcurleywinery.com

Address: 5210 W. Thonotosassa Road, Plant City, FL

Phone Number: (813) 752-9100‎

Directions: Here

Cost: Tastings – Free

Zimala Review: Not Reviewed

Zimala Rating:

 ★★★★★ 

Website: Chautauqua Vineyards

Address: 364 Hugh Adams Rd, Defuniak Springs, FL

Phone Number: (850) 892-5887‎

Directions: Here

Cost: $19.95, $14.95 if you pre-purchase online and includes thermal clothing; drinks not included

Time: 45 min

Zimala Review: Walking down the street towards looking for Ice Bar Orlando, I was first greeted with the image of a giant white bear standing in front a small building entrance. First thought “hope this isn’t touristy”. Once inside though,the non-ice bar part of the bar was nicely decorated and the hostess pleasantly refreshing as we were greeted and asked if we had an appointment. Being the second one’s we introduced ourselves to the group in front of us and started to get our “thermal gear” on, which included a parka and some gloves(definitely needed). Walking into the ice bar the chill 27 degree air immediately runs across your skin and as you look around nothing but ice back lit with colored lighting that slowly fades into other colors. A look around reveals a giant ice throne, bear sculpture, tables, benches, and my favorite a large penguin statue. We saddled up to the ice bar and ordered a drink. Although not a full bar, in fact they only serve vodka in the ice bar area, the drink selection included a dozen or so flavored vodka’s and mixers served in ice glasses. I highly suggest the raspberry. The bartender was great and we chatted for a few minutes before getting down to picture taking. Things to beware of: setting your ice cup on an ice bar….it slides…in fact mine slide right off the table when my parka caught it spilling my tasty drink. No worries though, the drinks were affordable and overall the ice bar was an awesome experience. For those of you saying “only 45 min?” I thought the same thing, but after 45 min in that cold your fingers will be getting numb and a nice warm up in the fire lounge hits the spot.

Zimala Rating:

 ★★★★½ 

Website: Ice Bar Orlando

Address: 8967 International Dr. Orlando, FL 32819

Phone Number: (407) 426-7555

Directions: Here

Cost: FREE Admission; Drinks Not Included

Time:

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Zimala Rating:

 ★★★★☆ 

Website: World of Beer

Address: 9524 W Linebaugh Ave, Tampa, FL

Phone Number: (813) 852-2337

Directions: Here