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Gecko’s Grill & Pub To Open 5th Location

Friday, February 26th, 2010

Gecko's Grill & PubGecko’s Grill & Pub will be bringing their famous casual dining style to the Southside Village neighborhood. The fifth Gecko’s location will open at 1900 Hillview Street in about a month.

The space which was formerly occupied by Big Sugar, will be transformed into what is sure to be a Southside Village dining draw. The upscale dining and shopping district already boasts a good number of great places to eat, Gecko’s will be a nice addition to the area.

They have four other locations spread throughout Sarasota and Bradenton and are famous for their fantastic casual dining. It’s a great place to watch a game or just relax for lunch or dinner with family and friends.

We’re sure the newest Gecko’s will deliver the same excellent experience as the other locations do.

Can’t wait to go to Gecko’s newest spot? Try one that’s already open!

The Landings
4870 S. Tamiami Trl.
Sarasota, FL 34321
941-923-8896

Braden River Plaza
4310 SR 64E
Bradenton, FL 34208
941-744-2664

Twelve Oaks Plaza
SR 70 and I-75
7228 55th Avenue E.
Bradenton, FL 34203
941-727-8988

Palmer Crossing
5585 Palmer Crossing Dr.
Sarasota, FL 34233
941-923-6061

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Super Places To Watch The Super Bowl

Friday, February 5th, 2010

NFL Super BowlSometimes it seems like the Super Bowl is more about getting together with friends to watch the big game than the game itself. Every once in a while the NFL’s premier event lives up to it’s billing. Most times it falls short.

So, what to do when the game lets you down. How about eat, drink and socialize with friends. If you’re not going to a private get together, then, a trip to one of our Sarasota restaurants to watch the game is a more than suitable substitute.

Of course there are lots of choices. Super Bowl specials and happenings abound in Sarasota. Here’s a list of some of your possible viewing spots. Sorry in advance if we didn’t list your favorite.

Cosimo’s Too!
8201 S. Tamiami Tr.
Westfield Sarasota Sq.
Sarasota, FL 34238
941-927-3800

Lee Roy Selmon’s
8253 Cooper Creek Boulevard
Sarasota, Florida 34201
941-360-3287

Siesta Key Oyster Bar
5238 Ocean Boulevard
Sarasota, FL 34242
941-346-5443

Mattison’s Forty One
7275 South Tamaimi Trail
Sarasota, Florida 34231
941-921-3400

Mattison’s City Grille
1 North Lemon Avenue
Sarasota, Florida 34236
941-330-0440

Captain Curt’s Crab & Oyster Bar
1200 Old Stickney Point Rd.
Sarasota, FL 34242
941-349-3885

Gecko’s Grill & Pub
The Landings
4870 S. Tamiami Tr.
Sarasota, FL 34321
941-923-8896

Gecko’s Grill & Pub
Braden River Plaza
4310 SR 64E
Bradenton, FL 34208
941-744-2664

Gecko’s Grill & Pub
Twelve Oaks Plaza
SR 70 and I-75
7228 55th Avenue E.
Bradenton, FL 34203
941-727-8988

Gecko’s Grill & Pub
Palmer Crossing
5585 Palmer Crossing Dr.
Sarasota, FL 34233
941-923-6061

Big Al’s City Grill
6606 S. Tamiami Trail
Sarasota, FL 34231
941-923-4455

If you know of a great place to watch Sunday’s game that we didn’t list, leave a comment and let others know.

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Sarasota Restaurants Rally For A Great Cause

Saturday, January 23rd, 2010

Sarasota Food & Wine FestivalSaturday, January 23rd, the quaint Southside Village neighborhood will once again play host to a gathering of Sarasota restaurants helping to raise money for a very worthy cause. The Sarasota Wine and Food Festival to benefit the American Lung Association in Florida will kickoff with a VIP reception starting at 5:30pm, followed by the main food event at 7:00pm.

This is the second year that the popular food and wine tasting event has been held on Hillview Avenue. Close to 30 restaurants will put their best dishes forward to impress both the Sarasota dining public and the culinary judges.

This years competition will be judged by Chef Derek Barnes of Derek’s Culinary Casual, Chef Judi Gallagher of ABC 7, Sarasota Magazine and Suncoast Cuisine and finally yours truly. I’m happy and honored to be helping out a fantastic cause again this year.

If you haven’t already purchased tickets to the event you can do so at the door. Tickets are $50 with proceeds going to assist the important work the the American Lung Association does here in Sarasota and throughout Florida.

So, bring your appetite and head on down to Southside Village for what is sure to be a great evening of food, wine and fun.

For more information call the American Lung Association at 727-347-6133 or visit the event website by clicking here.

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dineSarasota Odds and Ends: The Sun House, Cooking Class and Links

Friday, January 15th, 2010

Odds and EndsThere’s stuff going on in the Sarasota Restaurant and dining community and you should know about it! Here are some of the things that are on the top of our pile.

The Sun House RestaurantTuesday January 19th is Pasta Tuesday at The Sun House Restaurant. A three course prix fixe menu will be offered. First course: choice of Soup or Caesar Salad. Second: Penne Salmone, Sausage Rigatoni or Porta Chicken. Third course: Dessert of the Moment. All this for the great price of $15.00

Sarasota VineyardSarasota Vineyard wine tasting. January 21, 2010 5:30pm to 7:30pm. A four wine sampling including: C.H Berres Impulse Riesling (Germany), Morgenhof Estate Chenin Blanc (South Africa), Jam Jar sweet Shiraz (South Africa) and Carchuelo Jumilla (Spain).

Mattison'sChef Paul Mattison’s hosts Gourmet Appetizer and Party Plates, a lunchtime cooking class on Wednesday, January 20 from 11:30am-1:30pm at Mattison’s Forty-One, 7275 South Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34231, telephone 941.921.3400. The price is $35 per person and the class has limited attendance. This special lunch and cooking class includes a three-course lunch with wine and an exciting cooking demonstration with Chef Paul Mattison.

Fleming's Steakhouse and Wine BarFleming’s Winter Prix Fixe Menu. Fleming’s Steakhouse and Wine Bar is debuting their Winter Prix Fixe Menu this month with a choice of 3 entrées: Braised Boneless Short Rib of Beef, Seared Scallops Peperonata or Roasted Half Duckling. At $39.95. This complete 3-course menu is an exceptional value. Don’t miss it!

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dineSarasota Odds and Ends: Cork, Cosimo’s Too and Loose Ends

Thursday, December 31st, 2009

Odds and Ends

Here we are close to the end of another week (and the end of another year). A holiday at the end of two consecutive weeks makes for some great long weekend activity. It can also be pretty exhausting!

We’ve got some things for you to consider putting on your calendar for this upcoming New Year’s weekend. Let’s have a look at some of what is going on.

CorkCelebrate the dawning of a new year in the intimate sophistication of Cork’s Upstairs Lounge.  Tampa-based World Jazz Ensemble Trio Sol Caliente performs throughout the night, breathing rhythms of Brazilian Samba, Latin Jazz, Flamenco and Swing into The Circle’s most metropolitan destination.
No cover. No reservations.

Libby's Cafe + BarThe place to be for dining, drinks, dancing and holiday revelry – a specially created indulgent menu complements Libby’s regular dinner menu, including party favors, drink specials for the ladies starting at 8 pm, live entertainment starting at 10 pm, and champagne toast at midnight. The celebrating continues until 2 am!

Cosimo's Too!Ring in the New Year at Cosimo’s Too!
A special New Year’s Eve dinner for two celebration is planned. Say goodbye to 2009 and hello to a brand new year.
Chef Christopher Covelli has planned a special prix fixe dinner, featuring a shared appetizer, two entrees and a shared dessert, plus a split of champagne for only $39.95 per couple.

The Colony Dining RoomNew Year’s Eve at The Colony. It’s a Gala Dinner and Dancing. Your evening begins with elegant Hors d’oeuvres and an open bar. Followed by a fabulous 3-course dinner, including a bottle of champagne per couple. There are party favors of course and lots of dancing. The cost is $99 per person.

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