A Fresh Connection Catering, Cafe & Bakery

01/31/2025

🌸 No Shadow, No Problem! 🦫☀️

Punxsutawney Phil may be making his big prediction, but here in Florida, we know spring is on the way—and that means it’s time to plan those outdoor weddings, poolside parties, and fresh seasonal menus! 🍽️🌿

At A Fresh Connection Catering, we’re embracing all things spring catering (with or without Phil’s approval). So if winter’s still got a grip up north, we say bring Phil down to Florida—where the sun is shining, and the only shadow we care about is from a patio umbrella! 🌞☂️

🌷 Spring event dates are booking fast—lock in yours today!
📖 Read the full blog post: https://www.afreshconnection.com/single-post/phil-s-got-his-prediction-but-a-fresh-connection-catering-has-the-perfect-spring-catering-menu
📞 Call us at 727-308-1256
💻 Request a quote: www.afreshconnection.com

As someone who grew up in the Philadelphia area, I know firsthand the legendary status of Punxsutawney Phil. Back in the day, he was our version of Dennis Phillips—the most trusted meteorologist in the Tampa Bay area today. While Dennis uses sophisticated weather models and radar to predict Florid...

01/22/2025

🌴✈️ From Florida’s sunny beaches to Washington D.C.’s global spotlight, Marco Rubio is officially Secretary of State! 🌎👏

At A Fresh Connection Catering, we know a thing or two about connecting people—whether it’s over a perfectly plated meal or through shared milestones. So, we’re tipping our chef hats to one of Florida’s finest as he takes on this monumental role. 🎉🍴

Check out our latest blog post where we celebrate Rubio’s journey, his dedication to Florida, and how his story inspires us to keep bringing people together (with a little less politics and a lot more appetizers). 😉✨

📖 Read more: https://www.afreshconnection.com/single-post/a-fresh-connection-to-leadership-celebrating-marco-rubio-s-new-role

Congrats, Marco! And hey, if you need catering for those international peace talks, you know who to call. 😄✌️🍽️

At A Fresh Connection Catering, we are proud to be part of Florida’s vibrant and resilient community. Today, we take a moment to recognize an important milestone for our state as Marco Rubio, a dedicated advocate for Florida, steps into the esteemed role of Secretary of State.This post isn’t abo...

01/21/2025

🎤✨ If Carrie Underwood’s a ca****la magic is any clue, the future of music—and maybe the country—is looking beautiful! 🇺🇸🎶 Her rendition of "America the Beautiful" at the inauguration was so flawless, we’re pretty sure even AI is trying to replicate it. 🤖🎵 (Good luck with that, robots.)

Feeling inspired for what’s ahead? If this is how 2025 starts, we’re ready for a soundtrack of hope, harmony, and a few more Carrie Underwood moments along the way. 🌟👏

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Singer Carrie Underwood performs 'America the Beautiful' after President Trump is sworn into office.

01/18/2025

🌟 Celebrating Unity, Community & Dr. King's Legacy 🌟

This Martin Luther King Jr. Day feels even more meaningful as we, as a community, continue to recover and rebuild after Hurricanes Helene and Milton. 💪🌪️ Through all the challenges, the spirit of love, service, and unity that Dr. King championed reminds us of our strength and resilience. ❤️✊

At A Fresh Connection Catering, we believe food has the power to bring people together (because honestly, who doesn’t connect over a great meal? 🍴✨). While our blog post isn't about promoting ourselves, it is about celebrating the incredible ways our St. Petersburg and Tampa communities honor Dr. King’s dream. From parades to acts of service, there are so many ways to get involved—and maybe even share a meaningful bite along the way.

Take a moment to explore the rich history, community spirit, and thoughtful ideas for MLK Day on our blog. Let’s honor the past while building a brighter, more inclusive future together. 🌍🤝

👉 Read the blog here https://www.afreshconnection.com/single-post/celebrating-mlk-day-in-st-petersburg-and-tampa-community-history-and-catering-ideas-from-a-fresh

💡 How will you honor MLK Day this year? Share your plans in the comments!

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01/08/2025

🌟 Start Your Workday Right with A Fresh Connection Catering! 🌟

Kick off 2025 with breakfasts your team will rave about! Whether it’s a power-packed meeting or a well-deserved team appreciation, we’ve got the perfect spread to fuel your office.

From fluffy scrambled eggs, crispy bacon, and buttery croissants to fresh fruit platters and perfectly brewed coffee – we make mornings deliciously productive.

📸 Check out our breakfast catering in action below and let us bring the flavor to your next corporate event. When your team eats well, they excel!

🚨 Book now to secure your spot – breakfast dates fill up fast! Visit us at www.afreshconnection.com or call 📞 727-308-1256 to get started.

Delicious mornings start here!

01/07/2025

✨💖 This Valentine’s Day, forget the fancy reservations and embrace the heart of love… and comfort food! 🍝❤️

Nothing says “I love you” like recreating a dish that takes your sweetheart back to their childhood. 🏡💭 Imagine a table filled with the aroma of “Just like Mom used to make” 🥰 and the joy of a meal made with love (and maybe a little help from their family recipe archives). 📜👩‍🍳

Read our latest blog post on how to make this Valentine’s Day one to remember—filled with love, nostalgia, and dishes that warm the heart (and stomach). 🥘💕

✨ Skip the stress. Serve the love. ✨

📖 https://www.afreshconnection.com/single-post/cooking-from-the-heart-crafting-a-personalized-valentine-s-dinner-they-ll-never-forget
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Valentine’s Day is more than chocolates and roses—it’s a celebration of love, connection, and the little gestures that show just how much you care. One of the most meaningful ways to express that love is through food, but it doesn’t have to be a stressful affair. Forget the pressure of creat...

01/07/2025

🏴‍☠️ Ahoy, Tampa Bay! Ready to Feast Like a Pirate? 🏴‍☠️

Gasparilla 2025 is on the horizon, and it’s time to hoist your forks and dig into a celebration fit for Buccaneers! 🍖⚓ From festive feasts to pirate-worthy bites, we’re serving up treasures that’ll make your taste buds dance the jig.

🚢 Dive into our latest blog post for tips on making your Gasparilla party the talk of the seven seas: https://www.afreshconnection.com/single-post/feast-like-a-pirate-unveil-the-best-of-gasparilla-2024-with-premier-catering-in-tampa-st-petersb

⚓ Whether you're planning a pirate crew gathering or just want to savor the spirit of Gasparilla, A Fresh Connection Catering has ye covered. Don’t wait—book your feast now or risk walking the plank! 😉

🍴 Call us at 727-308-1256
🌐 Request a quote at www.afreshconnection.com

📜 “A pirate’s life is nothing without a plate of treasure!”

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01/05/2025

Heads up! Tomorrow is the day... our arctic front we've been talking about for over a week finally arrives. Along the front, a thin line of showers and isolated storms will move through between noon and 6 p.m. Temps drop like a rock into the 30s by Tuesday morning!

01/05/2025

🏈 Mike Evans Makes NFL History! 🏆

With the win locked in and just seconds left, the Bucs seized the moment. 🎯 They designed the perfect play to get the ball to Mike Evans—and he delivered in epic fashion! 🙌

That clutch reception didn’t just seal his place in the record books as the first player in NFL history with 11 consecutive 1,000-yard receiving seasons—it also tied him with Jerry Rice for the most consecutive seasons overall! 💪🔥

Congrats to Mike Evans and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on an unforgettable achievement! 🏴‍☠️👏

01/05/2025

🏈✨ Game Day Vibes in Tampa Bay! ✨🏈

Today, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers take on the New Orleans Saints in a high-stakes showdown! 💪🔥 With the NFC South title and a playoff spot on the line, we’re rallying behind our Bucs with all the energy, cheers, and touchdowns they need to secure the win! 🙌🏆

Special shoutout to our legend, Mike Evans, who’s on the brink of NFL history AND a $3M bonus! 💰✨ Mike, we’re rooting for you to make those epic catches and keep making us proud! 🎯💯

Tampa Bay, we’re here for you! Whether you're at Raymond James or cheering from your living room, the excitement is real. Let’s come together as one community and celebrate our team! 🏴‍☠️💥

And hey, as we gear up for the playoffs (fingers crossed for today’s win 🙌), we can’t wait to help make your watch parties unforgettable! 🎉🍴 Whether it’s cheering on the Bucs or savoring the moments, A Fresh Connection Catering is here to elevate your celebrations. 🥂✨

Let’s go, Bucs! Bring home the win and keep Tampa Bay proud! ❤️💛

01/02/2025

Your wedding rehearsal dinner is more than just a meal—it’s a celebration of the journey you’ve taken to reach this moment and a chance to create lasting memories with those closest to you. As the prelude to your big day, it sets the tone for the festivities to come. That’s why selecting the...

01/02/2025

💍 Wedding Rehearsal Dinners: Where Dreams Meet Dinner Rolls 🥖✨

So, you’ve got the big day planned, but what about the night before? 🤔 That magical evening when your mom cries at the toast, Uncle Larry insists on sharing just one more story, and someone inevitably asks, "What’s a rehearsal dinner anyway?" (Pro tip: It’s NOT karaoke night, no matter how hard your cousin argues. 🎤🙅‍♂️)

Enter A Fresh Connection Catering, stage left. 👩‍🍳✨ We’ll handle the food, the flavors, and the flawless ex*****on so you can focus on rehearsing how to say, “I do,” without choking on your own tears. 🥂💕

🍴 Think custom menus that impress even the pickiest eaters (yes, that means Aunt Susan and your keto cousin). Add a dash of our culinary magic, and voila—your rehearsal dinner will be the talk of the table.

Skip the stress. Embrace the deliciousness. And don’t worry, our chef won’t actually wink at your in-laws—probably. 😉

👉 https://www.afreshconnection.com/single-post/customized-wedding-rehearsal-dinner-catering-in-st-petersburg-and-tampa-bay-a-fresh-connection-ca

Tag someone who needs this level of rehearsal dinner awesomeness. Or, you know, just tag Uncle Larry so he can read the definition of a rehearsal dinner for himself. 😜

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Your wedding rehearsal dinner is more than just a meal—it’s a celebration of the journey you’ve taken to reach this moment and a chance to create lasting memories with those closest to you. As the prelude to your big day, it sets the tone for the festivities to come. That’s why selecting the...

12/30/2024

🎆🐾 Protect Your Pets This New Year's Eve! 🐾🎆

Fireworks can be fun for us but stressful for our furry friends. Check out our latest blog post for tips on keeping your pets safe, calm, and happy as we ring in 2025. From creating cozy safe spaces to advocating for pet-friendly celebrations, we’ve got you covered!

👉 https://www.afreshconnection.com/single-post/ensuring-a-pet-friendly-new-year-s-eve-protecting-our-pets-from-fireworks-stress

✨ Wishing you and your loved ones—two-legged and four—a joyful, safe, and Happy New Year from all of us at A Fresh Connection Catering! Cheers to 2025! 🎉🐶🐱 ❤️

At A Fresh Connection Catering, we believe in making every moment special, not only for our clients but for the entire community—including our cherished pets. As 2025 begins, let's revisit the often-overlooked impact of New Year's Eve fireworks on household pets. These festive displays may bring j...

12/29/2024

🏈 Who’s Your Team? Let the NCAA Football Playoffs Begin! 🏆

The College Football Playoff excitement is here! Whether you’re rooting for the Oregon Ducks, Georgia Bulldogs, Ohio State Buckeyes, or another powerhouse team, this weekend promises epic showdowns! 🎉

Here’s the lineup:

🌵 Fiesta Bowl: Penn State 🆚 Boise State (Dec. 31, 7:30 PM ET)
🍑 Peach Bowl: Texas 🆚 Arizona State (Jan. 1, 1:00 PM ET)
🌹 Rose Bowl: Ohio State 🆚 Oregon (Jan. 1, 5:00 PM ET)
🍬 Sugar Bowl: Notre Dame 🆚 Georgia (Jan. 1, 8:45 PM ET)
⚡ So, who’s your pick to take home the trophy? Drop your team in the comments below! ⬇️

No matter who wins, every great game deserves great food! 🥪🍗
(And if you’re hosting a crowd of 30+ next year, don’t forget about us. 😉)

12/26/2024

🎉✨ "2025 Catering Trends" Are Here! ✨🎉

Wondering what’s cooking for 2025? 🍽️ Our latest blog post is live, and it’s serving up the freshest insights on personalized catering trends in Tampa Bay and beyond! From custom menus to wow your guests to local ingredients bursting with flavor, we’re dishing out everything you need to know to make your next event unforgettable. 💡✨

👩‍🍳 Chef Lisa and the team at A Fresh Connection Catering are leading the way with over 15 years of expertise, bringing “Fresh Flavors, Fresh Ideas” to every event we touch. Ready to plan a menu that’s uniquely YOU? Let’s make it happen! 👍

📖 Read the blog now: https://www.afreshconnection.com/single-post/personalized-catering-in-st-pete-and-tampa-a-menu-that-is-uniquely-you
📞 Need catering? Call us at 727-308-1256

🌴 From weddings to corporate events, we’ve got Tampa Bay covered with custom catering done right. Let’s make 2025 delicious! 🥂

In 2025, personalized catering is setting the standard for exceptional events. Across St. Petersburg and Tampa, hosts are looking for ways to create memorable experiences that reflect their style and meet their guests' needs. One of the best ways to achieve this? A custom menu that’s as unique as ...

12/23/2024

🎅✨ NORAD Called, and We Answered: A Fresh Connection Catering to the Rescue! 🍪🎄

Late tonight, the phone rang. Not just any phone—the red phone. On the other end? General Tinsel from NORAD. 🎧📞

📡 General Tinsel: “Chef Lisa, this is a Code Red Cookie Crisis. Santa’s on his way to Florida, and his snack reserves are EMPTY. Can you help?”
👩‍🍳 Chef Lisa: “Santa? Snacks? Say no more. What does he need?”
📡 General Tinsel: “Cookies for Santa. Kale chips for Rudolph. And maybe something fancy for the reindeer—they’ve been spoiled this year.”
👩‍🍳 Chef Lisa: “Kale chips?! Fine. We’re on it. Let me warm up the ovens.”

Now we’re gearing up for the ultimate snack mission:
🍪 Cookies so good, they make elves jealous.
🥬 Kale chips because Rudolph is apparently the Gwyneth Paltrow of reindeer.
☕ A bubbling hot cocoa fountain because Santa deserves luxury.

Will we save Christmas? Will General Tinsel put us on the Nice List? Will Rudolph finally chill with the kale obsession?

👉 Read the full (and totally satirical) story here: https://www.afreshconnection.com/single-post/santa-s-snack-crisis-solved-a-fresh-connection-catering-s-almost-true-christmas-story

⚠️ Warning: This blog contains laugh-out-loud moments, unexpected kale humor, and a sleigh-load of Christmas cheer. Proceed responsibly. 🎄✨

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Hey All, gather ‘round the fireplace this Christmas Eve, to hear this incredible tale. The twinkling lights on the tree are glowing, the stockings are hung, and the scent of cookies fills the air. Tonight, I have a very special story to share with you—a tale of holiday magic, teamwork, and a mis...

12/23/2024

🎅✨ It’s almost Christmas Eve! ✨🎅

Santa’s sleigh is soaring high above coastal Florida, and guess who’s riding shotgun? Together, we're sprinkling holiday cheer and dropping magical gifts for everyone below. 🎁✨

But wait… were you naughty or nice this year? 👀🎅
If you’re still deciding, remember, there’s always time to redeem yourself with a last-minute good deed (or a plate of cookies for Santa 🍪).

Merry Christmas Eve from all of us at A Fresh Connection Catering! 🦌🎄☀️

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12/19/2024

📢 Exciting News! 🍴🖋️

Guess who’s adding “Food Columnist” to their plate? Yep, it’s me! 🎉 Starting in 2025, I’ll be writing a food column for Tampa Bay Times Bay Magazine! 🌟✨

From recipes to hosting tips to event planning advice, I’ll be sharing it all with the Tampa Bay community. Think of it as a sprinkle of culinary inspiration in every issue. ✨📖

Want the full story? Head over to my latest blog post to get all the delicious details! 🍽️ Click the link below and join me on this exciting journey. 👇💻
https://www.afreshconnection.com/single-post/big-news-my-food-column-debut-in-tampa-bay-times-bay-magazine

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Exciting news! I’ve been selected to write a food column for Tampa Bay Times Bay Magazine. Explore my journey as I share culinary tips, reci