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The Independent looks to branch out

Published on February 2, 2009 in The Bay and the 'Burg by Peter Schorsch

Owners of a proposed German-style deli and tavern won initial approval from the city council Thursday to sell beer and wine. A final vote is scheduled Feb. 5. Veronica and John Vellines have a contract to buy a 1935 masonry building, 5016 N. Florida Ave., from owner James Ciaccio, pending final approval of alcohol sales. Ciaccio remodeled the former gas station several years ago and opened Van Gogh Signs Displays and Graphics. The tavern would be similar to The Independent…

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Good times in the ‘burg!

Published on June 16, 2006 in Peter/The Bay and the 'Burg by Peter Schorsch

My best friend Mark left today after a two-week vacation. As always, we had a great time. Whether we were out and about in downtown St. Pete or chillin’ with Sherwin in Tampa, we always know how to have a good time. And if I could only record some of our conversations and podcast them; they’re just that interesting. Now that Mark’s left, I wanted to take a moment and brag (again) about how great the ‘burg is. To think…

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