Looks like this should be a fun day! Looking for something a little different to do this Sunday? Sure you are. I think this might be just what you're looking for. Walt's Fish Market is hosting an all day Reef Fund Benefit in the name Walt's founder Claus Wallin's … [Read more...]
We’ll Be Delivering It Right To Your Doorstep!
Thanks for checking. In the very near future you be able to get all kinds of Sarasota restaurant, food and dining news and information right here! So, keep checking back. … [Read more...]
We’ve Got A Brand New Look | Sarasota Restaurants Journal
After a dozen years we thought we would freshen things up a little. Every once in a while a new coat of paint is exactly what's needed. In this case, we needed more than a little touch-up. Not exactly a tear down. But, pretty damn close. For the past twelve years we've … [Read more...]
We’ve Got A Contest Your Taste Buds Will Love!
Lets just see how well youve been paying attention. Were going have a little fun this summer, AND you are too! Weve got some free food to give away from some of our great Sarasota restaurants. Sounds like a good time already, right? Heres the deal. Were going to post a … [Read more...]
We’ve Got A New Newsletter. FEAST! | Sarasota Restaurants Journal
All of your Sarasota restaurant news in one place! OK, yes, we have tried this before. Thanks so much for remembering. But, this time we REALLY mean it. We've attempted over the past thirteen years to get on top of this newsletter thing. Honestly, it's hard. If you've … [Read more...]
Wearin’ (or drinkin’) Of The Green, Sarasota Style
Looking for something to do here in Sarasota this St. Patrick's Day? There's all kinds of things going on. Here are some ideas to get you started. If there is something that we forgot to mention (and I'm sure there is), please add it as a comment to this post. Siesta Village Pub … [Read more...]
Weather Can’t Dampen Forks and Corks Experience
Weather Can't Dampen Forks and Corks Experience The annual food and wine fest goes on! No, this wasn't the beautiful and scenic Ringling courtyard. That much was obvious from the moment you drove through the gates of the massive Feld Entertainment Studio complex. Weather … [Read more...]
What Can You Do With A Bunch Of Fresh Beets?
It's that time of year once again. Summer is close and soon Farmer's Markets and farm stands will be stocked to the gills with all kinds of delicious fresh fruits and vegetables. Sometimes you run into things at those stands or markets that look fantastic, but, you really have no … [Read more...]
What Could Be A Better Teacher Than Food?
Maybe you have kids and you're like a lot of people, looking for that perfect last minute holiday gift. Well, dineSarasota just may have the answer for you. Most kids like books and all kids like food, so why not a gift that has both, a food book about kids. That's what local … [Read more...]
What Does It Take To Make A Great Burger?
What Does It Take To Make A Great Burger? 🍔 If you're going to eat 52 burgers, you'll need a plan It's still not a competition. But we're 45 burgers deep into this now, and one thing has become clear. At least clearer than when we started. Here's a Fact - It's … [Read more...]
What Exactly is a Marlin Bar??
What Exactly is a Marlin Bar?? An eating, drinking, and shopping concept that hits the mark What's in a Brand? In its purest sense, it should bring something to the front of your brain that's very specific. It's not just the thought of something, but it's also the feel, … [Read more...]
What Exactly is Jack Dusty? | Sarasota Restaurants Journal
Its not easy to create a restaurant that both locals and visitors will love. Theres something about new. The new car smell. New, never worn clothes. The feeling of new. Its knowing that youve never experienced this EXACT thing before. Thats what new is all about. … [Read more...]
What in the World is a Zap Zap!?
What in the World is a Zap Zap!? A Polish street-food staple shows up here in Sarasota! Let’s see a show of hands. How many of you out there in our mostly well-informed food audience are schooled in late 70s Polish street food? Hands, hands... OK, well, just a couple of you … [Read more...]
What’s Happening Here?
Could a Siesta Key landmark be staging a south trail comeback? If youve been close to the intersection of Tamiami Trail and Stickney Point Road you may have noticed this small, modest sign. Heres the question Is this anything? Im just asking. … [Read more...]
What’s In A Name?
Most people hate moving. Im one of them. Moving is the worst! Thats just me. You may enjoy packing up all of your crap, loading it into a truck, van or car and hauling it all to a new spot. I don't like it. I cant imagine moving an entire restaurant is that much fun … [Read more...]
What’s In A Name? The Summer House Steak and Seafood
Any resemblance to actual events or locales or persons, living or dead, is entirely coincidental... Yes, you've read or seen that line before. Lots of times probably. Especially if you have ever read a novel or gone to the movies. I'm sure you've done both. This piece focuses … [Read more...]
What’s It Like To be A Tastemaker? Let Ruth’s Chris Show You.
Ruth's Chris Tastemaker Dinner is a wine dinner done right. I get invited to wine events or wine/dinners a lot. Usually, I politely (and respectfully) decline. I mean, really, how much great food and wine can you reasonably be expected to consume during your lifetime? I … [Read more...]
What’s it Like to Take a Walking Food Tour?
What's it Like to Take a Walking Food Tour? Food tours are a great way to see what a city's culinary scene has to offer. This is Troy. Troy knows a thing or two about the Sarasota restaurant scene. Troy is also very enthusiastic. In short, Troy has what it takes to be a … [Read more...]
What’s Your Relationship With Your Coffee?
Looking to have a great cup of coffee, do your part to help small scale coffee growers and help the environment? Well, Local Coffee + Tea now makes that possible. The Sarasota retailer is now featuring Colombian El Danubio coffee. Beyond fair trade, El Danubio, is part a what is … [Read more...]
When Dessert Becomes the Star of the Show!
When Dessert Becomes the Star of the Show! A banana pudding so good you'll want it first! Life Is Short, Eat Dessert First - Unknown. If you're one of "those" people, then this piece is right up your alley. If you're not, well, I think you're still going to like it! … [Read more...]
When Is A Scallop More Than A Scallop?
A good riddle can be as satisfying as a great dish. They both leave you wanting a little more. When I was young I had the same collection of books that most kids growing up in the early sixties had. Lots of Dr. Seuss and the like. Seuss was great, dont get me wrong. There are … [Read more...]
When They Say Eat Here, They Mean It
Another piece is added to downtown Sarasotas culinary landscape. Busy. Big city. Buzz. Those are some words that flashed through my head the minute I first walked in the door of Sean Murphys new Sarasota dining destination, Eat Here. When youre a local culinary legend … [Read more...]
Who Said There’s No Such Thing As A FREE Tasti?
Did someone say FREE ice cream? Or, in this case a creamy, delicious frozen dessert! That just doesn't seem possible. Whoever said, "You can't get something for nothing" sure got it wrong. This weekend will be the grand opening of two new Tasti D-Lite shops in Sarasota. One store … [Read more...]
Why Are Loquats Such A Big Secret?
Why Are Loquats Such A Big Secret? Here's some info on this delicious fruit I have this tree on the side of my house. I had no idea what type of tree it was. I only knew two things. It bears fruit, and whatever fruit that is, both birds and people passing by my house like … [Read more...]
Wing It At Gecko’s Wing Fest 2009
Are you one of us who just loves the wings at Gecko's Grill and Pub? If you are, then you should put a big circle around Sunday November 15th on your culinary calendar. That's the date of Gecko's Wing Fest 2009. From 2pm to 5pm at it's Palmer Crossing location Gecko's will be … [Read more...]
Wrap Your Hands Around This!
Pictures can't do this amazing sandwich wrap justice. First what is it? It is called the My Big Fat Greek Turkey Wrap. It's made from freshly ground and perfectly seasoned turkey, lettuce, tomato, pepperoncini, red onion and feta cheese. Then it's all wrapped in a whole wheat … [Read more...]