Blog Archives - dinesarasota.com

Viento Kitchen + Bar Refreshes Their Menu

Change is a good thing. And, in this case, it's delicious! Everything needs a little refresh from time to time. I mean, if you don't have that then life can more than a little stale. Now, I'm not saying that you need to overhaul your existence just to keep things fresh. … [Read more...]

Menu Update: Brick’s Smoked Meats

Change is good. As long as things stay pretty much the same. That's the Butcher's Board. Bison sausage, house smoked salmon, bacon burnt ends, pimento cheese and assorted "go with" pickled veggies. I'm sure you'd agree, that's the way to get the party started! But, whoa, … [Read more...]

Kona Grill Spices Up Their Menu

There's more than twenty-five new reasons to stop by Don't you just love good sushi pics? I know I do. Looks pretty delicious, right? The beauty of this particular photo is that the subject is easily attainable if you're in the Sarasota area (or one of 50 other places). … [Read more...]

The Final Bell For Summer Culinary Class!

If you're looking to brush up, better book fast! Everyone wants to perform a little better in the kitchen, right? Well, maybe not everyone, but, lots of us. Here's a chance for you to pick up a few pointers to help you look like a pro (or at least not a novice). The … [Read more...]

Last Call For Savor Sarasota 2018

Just a few days left to enjoy our local restaurant week(s). If you're looking to take advantage of one of Sarasota's best food and dining events you'd better get your act together. Savor Sarasota Restaurant Week only runs until June 14th. That's just a few more days to … [Read more...]

The New 22 at Jack Dusty

Jack Dusty rolls out some great new craft cocktails (oh, and food too!) Let's see a show of hands. A friend calls you up (OK, that's not realistic. They email or message you) and ask, "would you like to try a bunch of new cocktails we're whipping up?" That's what I … [Read more...]

Sarasota’s Best Sushi Restaurants

Sarasota's Best Sushi Sarasota has more than its share of sushi places. I know sushi is popular everywhere. But, we list 21 places on this site alone! And, we know there are more in town. So let us do the heavy lifting (and eating) for you. These six places below are our … [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 … [Read more...]

A Sarasota Valentine’s Day, Louies Way!

Valentine's Day can be a tough one. Not from the standpoint of "do I have a Valentine or not." But, from more of a "what should I do for dinner on the big night" kind of way. We all know there are two major schools of thought on this. It's pretty much either, in or out. And, … [Read more...]

Weather Can’t Dampen Forks and Corks Experience

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 may have forced a temporary change of venue. It did not seem to dampen the enthusiasm of … [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...]

Forks and Corks 2017. The Food & Wine Still Shine!

A few sprinkles and a little cloud cover can't dampen the spirits of 1500+ Sarasota food enthusiasts. Quite they contrary. The lucky eaters (and drinkers) who gathered at the John & Mable Ringling Museum on Sunday were more than ready to go. Usually, this annual food and wine … [Read more...]

Best Sarasota Restaurants. Southside Village Edition

The Best Sarasota Southside Village Restaurants Updated: March 2018 Sarasota Southside Village Restaurant | 1812 Osprey Casual bistro dining. A relaxed atmosphere with a chef driven menu. Small plates and burgers are options. Specials menu changes daily. They also feature a … [Read more...]

Smashed! Burger Cooking 101

It's all in the technique. I'm not going to dance around this or mince words. I LOVE burgers. But, and here's the BIG but, my long term, low carb lifestyle thankfully says "no way" to most of my burger cravings. There is no doubt that burgers are a big business. Burger … [Read more...]

It’s Cocktail Chemistry At Jack Dusty

If you love a good science experiment, then pull up a chair. It seems like there's a fine line sometimes between the science and culinary worlds. Recipes using molecular gastronomy techniques were all the rage a couple of years back. I mean, there wasn't a restaurant worth … [Read more...]

Sarasota Cooking Class Is Now In Session

Sarasota Chefs Share Their Secrets It's the tools. Really it is. Oh, and of course the expertise. That goes without saying. But, it's really all about the tools. That was part of what I discovered this past week. The other part I'm still trying to process. I love to … [Read more...]

Sushi With A Different Twist, Yo! Sushi.

Sushi comes in all shapes, sizes and styles. That much is for sure. This is not Sarasota. Walk into the entrance of Yo! Sushi in the University Town Center and you'll probably have the same feeling sweep over you. You're transported. But, you're not really sure where. … [Read more...]

Peruvian Cuisine Redefined, Brasa & Pisco

You thought you knew Peruvian food? At least I did. Yep, I've been to a lot of Peruvian restaurants. And, for some unknown and inexplicable reason Sarasota is a hotspot for them. Sure, I'm like everyone (or most everyone) else. I like ceviche. There's not a lot that … [Read more...]

Best Sarasota Restaurants. Seafood Edition

This is one of the hardest cuisine categories to narrow. I mean this was tough. There are SO MANY fantastic places in Sarasota to eat super fresh and delicious seafood. We've got seafood spots that range from a fine dining experience to the seafood shack. And, just about every … [Read more...]