FEATURES

Lands That We Love

The state has a rare chance to preserve three stunning—and environmentally critical—properties along the Myakka River. Photography by Everett Dennison

Sweet 16

No summer slowdown for the arts and entertainment scene; Kay Kipling picks the best of the coming months.

Medical Miracles

They’re happening in our region every day, thanks to trailblazing new procedures and technologies. By Hannah Wallace

Top Doctors

Our exclusive listing of the region’s best physicians from Castle Connolly’s medical researchers.

DEPARTMENTS

From the Editor

When it comes to preserving land and protecting water, it’s the People of Florida vs. Tallahassee. By Pam Daniel

The Heat Index

People, issues and events on our radar, including top tickets, Carol Tisch’s shopping finds, chef Judi Gallagher’s dish, Heather Dunhill’s Fashion IQ—and more.

Mr. Chatterbox

What do the cultures of the Mayans and Sarasotans have in common? More than you might think—according to our addlepated academic, Mr. C.

Luxury Home

A peek at the coveted cabanas of Siesta’s White Sands, plus the latest news in real estate and design.

Food and Wine

Marsha Fottler grabs a Greek getaway at Blu Kouzina and samples new bistro Baker & Wife. Plus: foodologists Tim and Chelsea Clarkson, and Sarasota’s best cheesecake.

Only in Sarasota

John Pirman sketches the midcentury modern Cooney house on St. Armands Key.