Love this from @floresrefined about a reception at Columbia Restaurant in Ybor City: “A reception where every detail whispered of old-world Spain🏛️🍋Warm blue hues. Sun-drenched florals.Textural elements inspired by Mediterranean coastlines and timeless Spanish romance. At Flores Refined, we believe floral design should transport you — to a place, a feeling, a memory.“This event wasn’t just a celebration — it was an escape into a story of elegance, passion, and effortless beauty.🌺 Old world ch

We have private, group dining rooms, special holiday menus, an experienced on-site banquet staff and live holiday-themed flamenco performances at the Columbia Ybor City location. We also accept holiday party reservations at our Sarasota, St. Augustine, Celebration, Clearwater Sand Key and the Tampa Bay History Center locations. You can even buy our hand-painted sangria pitchers or cookbooks as gifts for your guests. Reserve by going online: bit.ly/CRGholiday or by calling the individual Columbia

Columbia Restaurant Group's reopenings begin in Sarasota, today at Cha Cha Coconuts and then on Monday at the Columbia Restaurant, both in St. Armands Circle. Cha Cha's is open from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. Reservations are now being taken at ColumbiaRestaurant.com at all of the Columbia locations. Ulele reservations can be made at Ulele.com. The schedule for reopenings: * Wednesday, May 20 — Ulele in Tampa * Wednesday, May 20 — Columbia Café at the Tampa Bay History Center * Thursday, May 21 —

Damaged tile on the 21st Street exterior of the Columbia Restaurant in Ybor City is getting a modern refurbishment blending new techniques with old-school artistry. Fifth generation caretaker Casey Gonzmart Jr. explains the three generations of history behind the iconic decor. | Columbia Restaurant