Author: Ellen Madden

Photo courtesy of bartaco. My family of 4 is in the habit of visiting bartaco every Saturday for an early lunch. It’s the perfect atmosphere for two young kids (in our case, both under the age of 4). They think it’s a treat to go to the “quesadilla shop” and my husband and I get to enjoy fresh, made-from-scratch cocktails (he gets the Margarita with salt, I get the Reviver). I have my “go-to” menu item, but before I found the poke bowl + brown rice, the oyster taco was my favorite item. You can imagine my disappointment when...

When we heard that Council Oak Steaks and Seafood is now offering a new “Chef’s Trio” menu, we knew we had to try it out for ourselves. We were excited that the menu is designed for those looking to spend a little less $ yet still enjoy the upscale atmosphere and high quality ingredients offered by the steak house. If you aren’t familiar, Council Oak is nestled beautifully inside the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa. I found it a rush to see the hustle and bustle of the casino while making our way to the restaurant. And...