Sami’s Bakery specializes in yummy baked goodies and fresh baked breads that all cater to health conscious customers and those dealing with allergies. With delectable treats such as millet and flax Italian herb chips, gluten-free chocolate biscotti, whole-wheat pita chips, or vegan chocolate chip cookies, you are sure to find a tasty tidbit to make your taste buds happy. At Sami’s you’ll find a variety of items including snacks, desserts, breads, and millet and flax specialties. For your convenience, Sami’s offers online ordering and shipping. -Vickie Ferguson
Since 1987, St. Pete Bagel Co. has served delectable Kosher products in the family-friendly shop. Customers can enjoy a variety of New York style bagels and over 50 flavors of fresh donuts, including old-fashioned cake donuts and creative red velvet and coconut crème filled donuts. Also on the menu are delectable specialty sandwiches, grilled Panini sandwiches, breakfast items, and full-flavored coffee. Dine in, call for takeout, or order online. Visit the second location at 7043 4th Street North in St. Petersburg. -Vickie Ferguson
The perfect spot for a cup of freshly brewed tea, cup of iced coffee and a fresh muffin while perusing shelves stocked with books, DVDs, posters, CDs and vintage vinyl is Mojo Books and Music. Located near the campus of the University of South Florida, the shop is a hub for students, locals, and anyone interested in selling, trading, and buying items. With an impressive inventory of new and used audio and visual entertainment, Mojo provides customers with more opportunities to find an elusive CD, rare book, vintage poster or vinyl collectables. - Vickie Ferguson
Discover a taste of scrumptious French pastries at the Cafe de Paris. This quaint bakery is popular with local residents and for good reason. Start the morning off with an assorted selection of breakfast pastries that include brioche, apple turnovers, strudel, beignets and French croissants. For a quick bite for lunch, order a full side quiche or individual servings. For desserts as a snack, for an after meal treat or for dinner party, select from a varied menu that includes specialty cookies and cakes or try the bakeries citron tart or coconut flan. Cafe de Paris has an excellent selection of fresh breads, dinner rolls and baguettes. The bakery is available for catering services. - Vickie Ferguson
In business since 1978, Classic Boutique and Gallery offers a wide selection of name brand gifts, accessories and decorative items for the home as well as special occasions. The boutique features an extensive selection of Hummel figures, Lladro figurines, delicate Waterford crystal pieces and intricately designed Pandora jewelry. Visit the boutique to see the many fine examples of gift items available. For your convenience, orders may be phoned in on the toll free number or orders may be placed online. Classic Boutique offers free gift-wrapping on all purchases and free shipping for select purchase amounts. -Vickie Ferguson