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True Food Kitchen In Midtown Tampa Beckons

The mantra of count nutrition, not calories does not come at the expense of flavor at this burgeoning new location from True Foods Kitchen.

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The Korean Noodle Bowl includes sweet potato glass noodle, pickled shiitake, organic spinach, carrot, bean sprout and toasted sesame.
The Korean Noodle Bowl includes sweet potato glass noodle, pickled shiitake, organic spinach, carrot, bean sprout and toasted sesame. (Tampa Bay Food Tours)

TAMPA, FL — Over the last four months Tampa Bay Food Tours has visited True Food Kitchen Tampa often. We love the convenient location, the philosophy behind the business and mostly the food.

Much has been written about True Food Kitchen's background and I encourage you to do a little research to learn more. Dining here is an education in eating healthier for all of us.

The covered patio opens to the commons courtyard of the Midtown Tampa mixed-use district. It is a lively area featuring interesting art and space for children to burn off steam in view.

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The interior is a bustling space with an open kitchen. All food is prepared fresh and the only thing they use a freezer for is the vegan and gluten-free ice cream.

The cocktail menu is unique and creative and it is tough to choose just one.

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Citrus Skinny Margarita with dulce vida organic blanco, cucumber and mint.

You could easily make a meal out of the ample elevated side dishes. The Korean noodle bowl with your choice of protein is one of my favorites.

Roasted Brussels sprouts with mushroom, miso sesame vinaigrette and chili thread.
Charred cauliflower with harissa tahini, medjool date, dill, mint and pistachio.
Herb hummus with cucumber, cherry tomato, onion, olive, feta, lemon oregano vinaigrette and house-made pita.
Spicy Panang Curry with forbidden rice, sweet potato, broccolini, green bean, carrot, roasted brussels sprout, onion, basil, mint and Thai shellfish curry broth.
Pan-Seared Sea Bass with sustainable sea bass, umami, broccolini, roasted mushroom, charred onion, ancient grains, dashi and herbs.
Grass-fed burger sliders, served with a choice of kale salad or sweet potato hash (or substitute a gluten-free pita or bun).
Turkey burger with smashed avocado, organic tomato, butter lettuce, smoked gouda, jalapeño remoulade and flaxseed bun.
Margherita pizza with crushed organic DiNapoli tomato, fresh mozzarella and basil.

The excellent dessert options offer some favorite standards and seasonal specials.

Flourless chocolate cake with caramel, almond, vanilla ice cream and cacao nib (VEG and GF).
Squash pie with graham crust and coconut whipped cream.
Cookies & Ice Cream with chocolate chip cookies served with vanilla ice cream is always on the menu.

The mantra of count nutrition, not calories does not come at the expense of flavor at this burgeoning new location from True Food Kitchen.

Midtown is close to having all of the restaurants and businesses open, and I encourage you to do your own mini food tour and to be sure to include a stop at True Food Kitchen.

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