#ThunderNation-themed food around Tampa
Nathalie Monroy, Staff Writer
May 10, 2018
As the 2018 Stanley Cup continues and the Tampa Bay Lightning hockey team continues to perform well, team spirit is spreading throughout Tampa Bay. There is so much hype and anticipation surrounding the Lightning's performance that even local businesses are getting in on the excitement. Certain loc...
Find your pre-prom destination spots
Nathalie Monroy, Staff Writer
March 23, 2018
With prom just a couple of days away, many Robinson students are still planning the last-minute details for that night. One of those include deciding where to eat before or after prom. Here are a couple of options to choose from: Green Lemon: Mexican dishes: Fiesta bowls, Street tacos and Old ...
Shula Burger: better than your average burger?
Nathalie Monroy, Staff Writer
February 27, 2018
As a reoccurring guest of Soho's restaurants and cafes, I was more than excited to try the new burger joint, Shula Burger. Located right across from Chipotle and Koto Japanese Steak House, this small burger place lived up to its "perfect" title. The fast-casual setting is immediately inviting and...
Working double duty: can students be successful while holding a part-time job?
Nathalie Monroy, Staff Writer
February 14, 2018
For many teens, balancing school and work can be quite stressful. However, some Robinson students have found ways to make it more manageable, and they have some tips on how to make it easier for others. For Stephanie Mondeja (’19), who works at Home Depot, work is simply more enjoyable than school. “It’s less demanding an...
Blind Tiger proves to be an eye-opener
Nathalie Monroy, Staff Writer
January 28, 2018
This review goes out to all the coffee lovers. And if you're not one, this just might change your mind. Blind Tiger Cafe just opened up their new location on South Howard, right in front of Green Lemon and next to Zoe's Kitchen. This small, urban cafe is the perfect place to get away from work or...
Chocolate Pi satisfies a sweet tooth
Nathalie Monroy, Staff Writer
December 22, 2017
For those of you with a sweet tooth and a knack for trying new things, Chocolate Pi just might be the place for you. From cakes, cupcakes, and macaroons to ice cream floats and homemade soda; they have plenty to satisfy any dessert cravings. Chocolate Pi is a small, old-fashioned bakery and dessert...
Smash or dash? Smash Burger restaurant review
Nathalie Monroy, Staff Writer
December 4, 2017
Smashburger is one of the most talked about of the many new, and might I say much needed, restaurants at the plaza on South Dale Mabry. This new burger joint offers a variety of burgers, including the Classic Smash and the Avocado Club. These burgers are comprised of fresh, never frozen meat that...
Honor veterans with these 2017 Veterans Day events
Nathalie Monroy, Staff Writer
November 11, 2017
Every year you can count on businesses and organizations to set up events and celebrations to honor and celebrate our country's veterans. This year's Veterans Day is no exception. RHStoday has rounded up some of the events and special offers happening in Tampa this weekend to honor and celebrate veterans...
Yearbook senior ads
Nathalie Monroy, Staff Writer
November 8, 2017
The Excalibur yearbook staff extended the deadline for interested students and families to purchase senior ads to December 1. "Our senior year is our last year, our best year...so for you to be able to look back and see how much you've grown and matured, that's the great thing about a senior ad,"...
Adios Senora Oliveros
Nathalie Monroy, Staff Writer
October 16, 2017
Barbara Oliveros, one of the Robinson's IB Spanish teachers, recently quit, leaving staff and students affected and confused. "I think it's unfortunate...because she was highly qualified for the position but she had family things to take care of," Assistant Principal Brian Hoover said. "I wish she...
