I had hopes that this summer season would be different than summer seasons just past. Then the emails came. The first showed up on May 26th in the form of a post from Creative Loafing Food Writer, Brian Ries. Two downtown Sarasota restaurants were shutting their doors. The newly … [Read more...]
Sarasota Food Flash, Cafe Amici, Cafe Gabbiano and Fondue |Sarasota Restaurants Journal
Missed the papers this week? Here's a recap of what's been happening in the world of Sarasota restaurants, food and dining. The Pelican Press gives us their take on Cafe Gabbiano, located in Siesta Village. Think you know the right wine for the right occasion? Here's a … [Read more...]
Sarasota Food Flash, Greek Cuisine, Pumpkins and More
Missed the papers this week? Here's a recap of what's been happening in the world of Sarasota restaurants, food and dining. El Greco on Main Street gets a Herald-Tribune Review. Here's a list of some (not all) local places that feature outdoor dining. Get all the info on the … [Read more...]
Sarasota Food Flash, Piccolo’s, Margaritaville and Presidential Cookies
Missed the papers this week? Here's a recap of what's been happening in the world of Sarasota restaurants, food and dining. The Pelican Press covers the new Piccolo Market & Deli. With the election so close we all can taste it, how about a Presidential cookie. Here's … [Read more...]
Sarasota Food Flash: Budget Stuff, Galileo, Greek Cuisine and MoZaic
Here's a roundup of the Sarasota food news. I'm sure most of us have been too busy with our New Year's resolutions to have caught everything. Want to dine on St. Armands but don't want to spend a lot of cash? Check out these options. It's the right time of year to break out … [Read more...]
Sarasota Food Flash: It’s That Wine Time of Year
You say you've been following the Sarasota food and restaurant news pretty closely this week. We'll let us fill in some of the cracks for you. Click on the images below to read the story. Hey, come on, go out on a limb and try a new Sarasota restaurant this week. Oh, and if … [Read more...]
Sarasota Food Flash: Madfish, Grilling & Diva’s
Even though it's technically not "season" anymore, there are still lots of great things going on here in our Sarasota restaurant and dining scene. Here's a roundup of some of the stuff you may have missed. Click on an image to read the full story. Hey, I've got a fantastic … [Read more...]
Sarasota Food Flash: Michael’s On East, Southside and Whiteberry
Well, here we are again. I know you've tried really hard this week to catch all of the Sarasota restaurant, food and dining news. But, you may have missed something. Not to worry. we've got it covered. Here's a recap of the weekly news highlights just for you. Click on the image … [Read more...]
Sarasota Food Flash: Muffins, Taco Championships and Yume Sushi
Here's your weekly dose of what has been happening on the Sarasota food and restaurant scene. Click on the image for the full story. … [Read more...]
Sarasota Food Flash: Stingray’s Grill, Ballpark Food & More Taco Talk
There's always lots of things going on in the Sarasota Restaurant scene. Here's some of those things that you might have missed. Click on the image for the full story. … [Read more...]
Sarasota Food Flash: Talkin’ Turkey, Beaujolais Nouveau, Word of Mouth and Lonjevity
It's Beaujolais Nouveau time again. But, would you like yours in a plastic bottle? Let's talk turkey with Sarasota's Chef Judi Gallagher. Check out The Herald-Tribune review of Word of Mouth. Are you looking for something different to make this Thanksgiving. How about some … [Read more...]
Sarasota Food Flash: Thai Food, Libby’s, Galileo and Coupon Tips
In the mood for some Thai food? Check out this review of Tropical Thai in Downtown Sarasota. Libby's Cafe + Bar is open and getting lots of attention. Here's a Herald-Tribune review. Brian Reis of Creative Loafing gives his take on the newly relocated Galileo … [Read more...]
Sarasota Restaurants Are Tweeting Away
Unless you've been spending the past six months in a cave or hunkered down in an undisclosed location, you've no doubt been exposed to the Twitter craze. Seems like everybody from Ashton Kutcher to CNN to Oprah is "Tweeting", or, at least talking about it. Even Sarasota is in the … [Read more...]
Sarasota Restaurants Get Social on Facebook
In the past several weeks we've given you the rundown on the Sarasota restaurants that have been using the micro blogging service Twitter to help promote their businesses. Since posting those articles, we've had some people ask us which of their favorite Sarasota restaurants they … [Read more...]
Some Local Favorites Close Their Doors
As has been widely reported, Sarasota has lost some great restaurants in the past several weeks. The closings of Canvas Cafe, 5 One 6 Burns, Sierra Station and Sangria will be felt by everyone who lives and visits Sarasota. Each of those places had their niche in our dining … [Read more...]
Stingray’s Grill Rises To The Top In April
The LIST for April 2009 is out and Stingray's Grill sits at the top. Making a big jump from number 5 to the top spot in one month. The former Shell's Seafood Restaurant is getting lots of attention. Cafe Gabbiano, The Sandollar Rooftop Restaurant, Shakespeare's English Pub and … [Read more...]
Stingray’s Stays On Top Of The Heap
The LIST for May 2009 is out and Stingray's Grill winds up on top for a second straight month. The former Shell's Restaurant seems to have a lot of folks searching for information about it. The Sand Dollar Rooftop Restaurant moves up a notch in May. Cafe Gabbiano, Sangria and … [Read more...]
Stone Crabs Are Back
Its official, stone crab season in Florida has begun. Starting this past Wednesday October 15th, local restaurants have been serving one our most delicious seasonal food items. The season which runs through May 15th is always a special treat for area diners. There are so many … [Read more...]