About Tampa Trends

Welcome to Tampa Trends, your ultimate source for everything Tampa, Florida! Our publication is dedicated to showcasing the vibrant culture, exciting events, and hidden gems that make Tampa a unique and thriving community.

At Tampa Trends, we believe in celebrating the rich history and the dynamic present of our city. From in-depth articles on local businesses and profiles of Tampa's influential figures to guides on the best restaurants, entertainment, and outdoor activities, we strive to provide our readers with the most comprehensive insights into all that Tampa has to offer.

Our team of passionate writers and contributors are deeply rooted in the community and are committed to bringing you the latest news, trends, and stories that resonate with both residents and visitors alike. Whether you’re a long-time local or just visiting, Tampa Trends is here to help you explore, experience, and enjoy every facet of our beautiful city.

Join us as we delve into the heart of Tampa, uncovering the stories that make it a remarkable place to live, work, and play. Stay connected with us for regular updates, events, and features that highlight the best of Tampa, FL!

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Editorial Team

Director

Everardo Christiansen

Everardo Christiansen is a visionary director at the helm of Tampa Trends, dedicated to capturing the vibrant pulse of Tampa, Florida. With a keen eye for urban storytelling, he steers the publication's editorial direction, spotlighting the city's evolving culture and community.

Editors

Ayana Williams

Ayana Williams turns Tampa’s everyday moments into compelling narratives, balancing sharp editing with a genuine ear for the city’s many voices. She believes great stories live in the details, and her work helps readers see their own neighborhoods with fresh eyes.

Noemy Schiller-Braun

Noemy Schiller-Braun mines Tampa's overlooked corners for stories that resonate, pairing meticulous editing with an unerring instinct for what makes a neighborhood tick. Her work doesn't just report the city—it invites readers to pause, listen, and see their own streets with sharper eyes.

Editor-in-Chief

Marisol Vega

Marisol Vega is a passionate writer and local enthusiast dedicated to exploring the vibrant culture, food, and hidden gems of Tampa, Florida. With a keen eye for detail, she shares her discoveries and experiences to inspire both residents and visitors alike to embrace the Sunshine State's rich offerings.

Writers

Cara Hessel

Cara Hessel listens for the city's off-key harmonies, translating Tampa's salt-worn docks and neon-lit strip malls into prose that hums with authenticity. Her writing thrives on collisions—where Cuban coffee meets craft breweries, where fishing boats share wakes with paddleboarders—and she never lets a single sunset pass without catching its shift.

Darwin Dooley

Darwin Dooley chases Tampa's unscripted hours, from the predawn rumble of shrimp boats to the last call at Ybor's dive bars, filing dispatches that read like field notes from the city's nervous system. He trusts the grit over the gloss, and his bylines carry the sweat of the streets he walks.

Michelle Wilkinson

Michelle Wilkinson finds her stories in the simmer of Tampa's food trucks and the quiet persistence of its gardeners, turning taste and soil into narratives of belonging. She writes with a chef's patience and a botanist's curiosity, savoring the city one bite and one bloom at a time.

Nona Davis

Nona Davis writes with a poet's cadence and a reporter's tenacity, tracing Tampa's stories from the bay to the backstreets. Her pieces linger on the moments others skip, finding the extraordinary in the city's everyday rhythm.

Domingo McLaughlin

Gilbert Carter

Pierce Konopelski