Since its early days as a boomtown on the Florida frontier, Tampa has had a lively history rich with commerce, cuisine, and working-class communities. In From Saloons to Steak Houses, Andrew Huse takes readers on a journey into historic bars, theaters, gambling halls, soup kitchens, clubs, and restaurants, telling the story of Tampa’s past through these fascinating social spaces—many of which can’t be found in official histories. Beginning with the founding of modern Tampa in 1887 and spanning a century, Huse delves into the culture of the city and traces the struggles that have played out in public spaces. He describes temperance advocates who crusaded against saloons and breweries, cigar workers on strike who depended on soup houses for survival, and civil rights activists who staged sit-ins at lunch counters. These stories are set amid themes such as the emergence of Tampa’s criminal underworld, the rise of anti-German fear during World War I, and the heady power of prosperity and tourism in the 1950s. Huse draws from local newspaper stories and firsthand accounts to show what authorities and city residents saw and believed about these establishments and the people who frequented them. This unique take on Tampa history reveals a spirited city at work and play, an important cultural hub that continues to both celebrate and come to terms with its many legacies.

Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from Wikipedia or other free sources online. Pages: 38. Chapters: Steakhouse, Peter Luger Steak House, Bennigan's, Outback Steakhouse, Roadhouse Grill, CraftWorks Restaurants & Breweries, K-Bob's Steakhouse, Ponderosa/Bonanza Steakhouse, Ruth's Chris Steak House, Aberdeen Angus Steak Houses, Morton's Restaurant Group, Texas Roadhouse, Sizzler, Bobcat Bite, The Palm, Bear Creek Saloon and Steakhouse, Quaker Steak & Lube, Smith & Wollensky, Lawry's, Bern's Steak House, Mister C's, Doe's Eat Place, Spur Steak Ranches, Lone Star Steakhouse & Saloon, Black Angus Steakhouse, Claim Jumper, The Big Texan Steak Ranch, Gallagher's Steak House, LongHorn Steakhouse, Copeland's, Steak and Ale, Montana's Cookhouse, Strip House, The Capital Grille, Fogo de Chao, Buffalo Grill, Hoss's Steak and Sea House, Mr. Mike's, Logan's Roadhouse, RingSide Steakhouse, The Keg, Saltgrass Steak House, Mr. Steak, Stoney River Legendary Steaks, Driftwood Inn and Restaurant, Texas de Brazil, Timber Lodge Steakhouse, York Steak House, Hog's Breath Cafe, Gorat's, Jensen's Bofhus, Sparks Steak House, The Savoy Grill, Rustler Steak House, Baton Rouge, Tahoe Joe's, Dantanna's, Sirloin Stockade, Montana Mike's. Excerpt: Peter Luger Steak House is a steakhouse located in the Williamsburg section of Brooklyn, New York City, with a second location in Great Neck, New York, on Long Island. Peter Luger has been named the best steakhouse in New York City by Zagat Survey for 26 years in a row. The Brooklyn location is known for its long wooden bar, and the "dining rooms have a Teutonic air, with exposed wooden beams, burnished oak wainscoting, brass chandeliers and weathered beer-hall tables." The Brooklyn location boasts one Michelin star. In 2002, it was named to the James Beard Foundation's list of "America's Classics." The Brooklyn location was established in 1887 as "Carl Luger's Cafe, Billiards and Bowling Alley" in...

The essential handbook to the Treasure State's gastronomic delights * The ultimate guide to the food scene in Montana, this book provides the inside scoop on the best places to find, enjoy, and celebrate local culinary offerings. Engagingly written by a local authority, it is a one-stop for residents and visitors alike to find producers and purveyors of tasty local specialties, as well as a rich array of other, indispensable food-related information, including: • Food festivals and culinary events • Farmers’ markets and farm stands • Specialty food shops • Places to pick your own produce • One-of-a-kind restaurants and landmark eateries • Recipes using local ingredients and traditions • The state’s best wineries and brewpubs • Cooking schools and seminars • Local food lore, kitchen wisdom, anecdotes, and “best of” selections

Decades before Miami became Havana USA, a wave of leftist, radical, working-class women and men from prerevolutionary Cuba crossed the Florida Straits, made Ybor City the global capital of the Cuban cigar industry, and established the foundation of latinidad in the Sunshine State. Located on the eastern edge of Tampa, Ybor City was a neighborhood of cigar workers and Caribbean revolutionaries who sought refuge against the shifting tides of international political turmoil during the early half of the twentieth century. Historian Sarah McNamara tells the story of immigrant and U.S.-born Latinas/os who organized strikes, marched against fascism, and criticized U.S. foreign policy. While many members of the immigrant generation maintained their dedication to progressive ideals for years to come, those who came of age in the wake of World War II distanced themselves from leftist politics amidst the Red Scare and the wrecking ball of urban renewal. This portrait of the political shifts that defined Ybor City highlights the underexplored role of women's leadership within movements for social and economic justice as it illustrates how people, places, and politics become who and what they are.

The Rough Guide to the USA is your authoritative state-by-state guidebook to this vast and fascinating country. From Mardi Gras in New Orleans to New England in the fall, from the Las Vegas Strip to Yellowstone National Park; the introduction provides a lively overview of the 'things not to miss'. The country's history, culture and people are covered in depth throughout the guide, while clear and accurate maps for every region, state and major city provide the information you need to plan your trip. With detailed practical advice, whether you're looking for great places to eat and drink or inspiring accommodation and the most exciting places to party, you'll find the solution. Count on plenty of expert advice on a wide range of activities, from touring Louisiana's Cajun country to experiencing New York City's nightlife, making The Rough Guide to the USA your ultimate travelling companion. Make the most of your trip with The Rough Guide to the USA. Now available in epub format.

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"Joyce LaFray, a close friend of the late Bern Laxer since 1973, narrates the incredible success story of a world-famous Tampa steak house names Bern's."--Page 4 of cover.