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Spirits of Sarasota

Cocktail of the Week: Phillippi Creek's Hawaiian Margarita

This week: a strawberry treat to beat the heat.

08/24/2016 By Hannah Wallace

Openings

Veronica Fish & Oyster Opens in Southside Village

Chef Judi says the newest concept from restaurateur Mark Caragiulo delivers.

08/24/2016 By Judi Gallagher

Eat This Now

Where and What to Eat This Week - 8/24/16

Filet mignon at Social, orange-and-vanilla cones from Nokomis Groves and the No. 79 from just re-opened Pho Cali top our list.

08/24/2016 By Eat Beat Team

High Steaks

Revisiting Ruth's Chris Sarasota

After a "breakup" a few years back, Chef Judi revisits Ruth's Chris Sarasota and finds great food and service. Here are the details.

08/22/2016 By Judi Gallagher

Say Cheese

Manasota Grilled Cheese Festival Will Offer Cheesy Goodness in Palmetto

The Manasota Grilled Cheese Festival takes place this Saturday at Sutton Park in Palmetto and promises bread, cheese, sweets and more.

08/18/2016 By Megan McDonald

Weekly Planner

A Culinary Tour, Edible Elegance by Eli Opens, Sarasota Beer Fest and More Local Dining Events

Mark your calendar for these upcoming dining events.

08/17/2016

Biscuits and Grits and Toast, Oh My

New Southern Food Hangout Coming Soon to East Sarasota

The husband and wife team behind Buttermilk Handcrafted Food hopes to open the restaurant within the next couple weeks.

08/17/2016 By Cooper Levey-Baker

Eat This Now

What to Eat This Week

Beer at the new Calusa Brewing, a great summer salad and a classic hamburger--here's where and what to eat right now.

08/17/2016 By Eat Beat Team

Truck Tales

10 Bucks or Less: Happy Hour Cafe

Sampling Venezuelan street food in a gas station parking lot.

08/16/2016 By Cooper Levey-Baker

Spirits of Sarasota

Cocktail of the Week: P.F. Chang's Honey Thyme G&T

Getting herby and aromatic at the Asian chain's downtown location.

08/16/2016 By Hannah Wallace

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Party Place

Michael's On East Reveals Design Plans for Its New Selby Gardens Event Space

Design concepts are unveiled for the new Michael’s On the Bay at Selby Gardens.

08/11/2016 By Ilene Denton

Weekly Planner

Wine Dinners, A Cupcake-Eating Contest and More Sarasota Food Events

...including the Sarasota Beer Fest and a fundraiser for J.R.'s Old Packinghouse Cafe.

08/10/2016 By Felicity Warner

Eat This Now

The 5 Best Things We Ate This Week - 8/10/16

Tacos, pizza, fried green tomatoes--here are the 5 best things we ate this week.

08/10/2016 By Eat Beat Team

So. Many. Hamburgers.

10 Bucks or Less: BurgerFi

Does this new chain have what it takes to stand out in a crowded meat market?

08/10/2016 By Cooper Levey-Baker

Latin Comfort Food

Sofrito Mama's Makes Puerto Rican Food Shine

Chef Judi finds authentic Puerto Rican food at a family restaurant.

08/04/2016 By Judi Gallagher

Weekly Planner

Whisky Dinners, CSA Memberships and More Sarasota Dining Events

Michael's On East hosts a 173-year-old Scotch brand, Worden Farm opens up CSA memberships and more.

08/03/2016 By Eat Beat Team

Eat This Now

The 5 Best Things We Ate This Week - 8/3/16

This week: pillowy doughnuts, parking lot burgers and a giant meatball.

08/03/2016 By Eat Beat Team

Gimme S'more

Try These Gourmet Takes on a Classic S'more

Happy National S'mores Day! Here are two ways to make a great dessert even better.

08/01/2016 By Megan McDonald

Pretty in Pink

6 Great Watermelon Dishes for the Dog Days of Summer

It's hot out there. Cool down with one of these watermelon offerings from local restaurants.

07/29/2016 By Marsha Fottler

Restaurant Review

At CinéBistro, Have Dinner and a Movie in High Style

CinéBistro is the modern way to enjoy dinner and a movie.

07/29/2016 By Marsha Fottler

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