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Thanksgiving In Sarasota

Thanksgiving In Sarasota There are lots of ways to enjoy the best holiday meal of the year. Here it is. Once again, the big eat-a-ton, more commonly known as Thanksgiving, is almost upon us. And, as usual, the options to satisfy your tryptophan-laced cravings are … [Read more...]

Tasting Notes: Birthdays, Breakfast, Brunch

CELEBRATE Believe it or not the Siesta Key Oyster Bar (SKOB 5238 Ocean Blvd.) is 10 years old. And in that time they have amassed quite the collection of one dollar bills. Ever wonder how much it all adds up to? Find out on Tuesday (NOV 19th, 7pm) as part of their BIG birthday … [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...]

Menu Monday | Louies Modern |Sarasota Restaurants Journal

Turning the lunch menu upside down isnt easy. Its lunch. Just lunch. The middle meal of the day is probably, no, definitely, the most overlooked and under appreciated. Face it, breakfast gets more than its fair share of hype as the most important meal of the day … [Read more...]

Tasting Notes: Lunch, Safari Sarasota, Re-Launch

LUNCH DATE Ah, a sure sign that season will soon be in full swing. Your usual dinner only spot is now open for lunch. If you happen to be lunching downtown youre in luck. Eat Here (1888 Main St.), Louies Modern (1289 Palm Ave.) and Clasico Cafe (1341 Main St.) are throwing … [Read more...]

Sarasota Food Find | S’Macks Burgers & Shakes | Sarasota Restaurants Journal

In a world of burgers its the sides that make all difference. It seems the world has gone burger crazy. At a time when lots of folks are talking veganism and the like, the burger has taken off. Its like an insane parallel universe. The constant drone of how great plant … [Read more...]

Menu Monday | The Savory Street Cafe

Breakfast, lunch and dinner with an international flair Its not like Sarasota has a shortage of culinary diversity. Quite the opposite. Were lucky enough to have food choices that span the globe. Whether youre in the mood for Italian, Indian, Greek, Mexican and yes, even … [Read more...]

Tasting Notes: Tenders, Sharkey’s, Openings

WINE EM AND DINE EM War of the Wines II, Duvalss New World Cafe,. Oct 23rd, 6:30pm. A battle royale. Sonoma vs. Napa. May the best wines win! 444-5971 | Chateau Ste Michelle Wine-Pairing Dinner. Mattisons 41, Oct. 24th 6:30pm, five course wine paring menu will be served. … [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...]

The Stone Crab Countdown Rolls On

The anticipation of something delicious. We love to break out that image above once a year. Perfect stone crab claws. Just waiting to be opened and slathered with their creamy, mustardy condiment and enjoyed. The countdown clock is now at 6. October 15th is the day (as … [Read more...]

Menu Monday. It’s All About The Burger

Menu Monday. It's All About The Burger It's burger time! The burger has made a comeback. Not that it really ever went anywhere. But it's back! And, boy, are there great versions of an American classic floating around the Sarasota restaurant scene. Theres a prime example of a … [Read more...]

Menu Monday | Nancy’s Bar-B-Q

Menu Monday. Nancy's Bar-B-Q Anyway you spell it, it means the same thing, delicious. Bar-Be-Que, BBQ, Bar-B-Que or Bar-B-Q. There are so many ways you can spell it. But the meaning, at least here in this country, is pretty universal. Cooking styles, sauces, and presentations … [Read more...]

Menu Monday | Tony’s Chicago Beef

A little taste of the Windy City on the Suncoast. Every city that has transplants, has restaurants opened specifically to fill a gastronomic wish. That wish, food from home of course. Sarasota is no different. If fact, were lucky to have a better selection than most … [Read more...]