Passport Le Strange

Ep. 16 — Cigar Capital of The World (Ft. Awko Tacos at Thanksgiving Dinner)


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We’re back! And we’re heading somewhere warmer. Tampa. The home of way more movies than you’d expect, a whole lot of delicious food, and a high key amazing beer. And, like way too many towns for anyone’s comfort, a serial killer named Oba Chandler! AKA, the worst. 

Wikipedia came through for us again with our murder research. We never claimed to be badass researchers, but we are efficient. 

Notable Show Moments

  • 02:27 — We’re heading to Tampa 

  • 12:01 — History lesson on the city!

  • 26:09 — Fun facts, because we love them

  • 29:22 — Meet Oba Chandler, our murderer

What We’re Drinking Today

  • Cigar City Brewing Company, Oatmeal Raisin Cookie — A cookie in a can. Seriously delicious. Give it a try!

Food & Drinks

  • Columbia Restaurant — Florida’s oldest restaurant and the world’s largest spanish restaurant

  • Acropolis Greek Taverna — Get the flaming cheese appetizer 

  • Bern’s Steak House — If you’re feeling fancy! Prom dress required.

  • Big Storm Brewing Company — A good local beer company

  • Tampa Riverwalk — Rooftop bars and great patio dining

  • Sprinkles Cupcake — Previously mentioned in our Chicago episode! 

Places to Visit

  • St. Pete Beach and Treasure Island — Nearby and big, beautiful beaches

  • Dunedin — Similar to Hilton Head, also a nearby beach!

  • Ybor City — Lots of shopping, entertainment, and nightlife. Super haunted!

  • Busch Gardens — Big roller coasters and lots of animals

  • Disney World or Universal Studios — A quick day trip and SO worth the drive. 

  • Tarpon Springs — A Greek fishing village with lots of charm and amazing food

  • Cruise — Tack on an extra day and take a tour of the Caribean!

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Until next time — stay weird, le strangers. 

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