New Italian Market And Food Hall Opening In St. Pete

Get excited because a new Italian market and food hall is about to open in downtown St. Petersburg, Florida. Surprisingly enough, there's a vacant commercial area located in St. Pete's Grand Central district making it the perfect location.

 This new market will be extremely high-end. Italian market and a food hall at the same time, so not only can you shop. But you get to taste delicious treats while walking around. The building is over 12000 square feat and is located behind trophy. Fish seafood restaurant, which will be extremely convenient. The founder of the big city group. And big city hospitality, Julius Nassau announced the plans and named it San Valentino. Italian market. According to StPeteRising, it will be debut later this year, leaving residents very excited. With the big boom downtown Saint Petersburg and all over the Tampa Bay area.

It's the perfect time for this Italian market to make its debut. It will be located at 2063 first avenue south St. Petersburg, Florida and is The Big City Hospitalities first concept in the downtown area. They will offer a variety of restaurants, bakeries, food and beverage counters plus an all-new cooking school. Sounds like this concept could be a game changer for the Tampa Bay area and make the residents extremely happy. You'll be able to walk around and taste test different foods. Try homemade pastas in all different types of shapes and colors. Try several different desserts including cannoli and cakes from recipes passed down decades. Freshly made breads in varying shapes and sizes. Real pizza you can only find in Italy that tastes and smells like it was shipped overseas. This market sounds like any foodie's fantasy and the perfect place you can take your family or on a date night.

I love Italian food and if you do too, you have come to the right article! "Here are the 5 best Italian restaurants in Florida." 3 of the restaurants on this list are near where I live in St. Petersburg. Any ideas? I won't tell you just yet, but you will find out below.

Ok, So I have a couple of favorites. For one, I do love Pizza, but it has to be authentic! I also love any type of white sauce pasta. The chicken alfredo dish is one of my favorites. Am I sounding basic right now? If so feel free to email me better Italian options. You can reach me Babs@wild941.com

You know what I have always wanted to do? Remember when Serena Williams told her husband that she wanted Italian food, and then they flew to Venice? I would love to be able to do that as well. Could you imagine? How much does something like that cost? When you have millions it does not matter, right?

Ok so I prefer 100% authentic but I do eat at Americanized Italian restaurants often. I love Olive Garden and Carrabba's! The chicken alfredo from both of these restaurants is everything. I also love the breadsticks and salads from Olive Garden.

Florida Rentals created this list! According to their website: "We want to help hungry travelers by sharing our favorite 7 Italian restaurants in Florida. The service, the menu, and the reviews from previous customers put these restaurants over-the-top and onto our list."

If you want to see the full list click here, but below are 5 best Italian restaurants in Florida. If you have any that should be added to the list don't hesitate to email me. Again I can be reached Babs@wild941.com.

All of us love Donatello's here at the radio station. Donatello which is located in Tampa, serves traditional Italian dishes inspired by all different parts of the country.

Cena is also located in Tampa. Cena is said to have a trendy atmosphere mixed with traditional homemade Italian dishes. 

Scarpa’s is located in Lakeland and they offer fresh local seafood and amazing Italian cuisine. The vibe is laid back with a touch of sophistication. 

Vincenzo’s is located in Orlando and they offer an outstanding selection of classic Italian dishes. Many of their pastas are homemade.