Simply the Zest

Florida Scallops With Lemon Butter Spaghetti Are Our Newest Obsession

Delicate bay scallops shine with just a few simple ingredients.

08/02/2022 By Lauren Jackson

Pasta La Vista, Baby

Sarasota Chef Christopher Covelli Showed Off His Italian Roots on the Food Network This Weekend

Covelli appeared on the fast-paced cooking show Alex vs. America.

08/01/2022 By Lauren Jackson

Eggscellent News

Louie's Bistro Opens Tomorrow in Wellen Park

The restaurant will join the growing list of new Wellen Park businesses.

07/28/2022 By Lauren Jackson

Fake It Till You Bake It

Five Excellent Cookbooks That'll Get You Cooking in No Time

Chop, fry and bake to your heart's content with the simple techniques and recipes found in these essential cookbooks.

07/27/2022 By Lauren Jackson

Don't Worry Be Hoppy

Sun King Brewery Is a Welcome Addition to Sarasota's Craft Beer Scene

The brewery will feature its flagship beers in addition to brews crafted specifically for Florida.

07/26/2022 Photography by Lauren Jackson

The Wild Life

Scalloping at Crystal River Is Something Every Floridian Should Do

Scalloping season starts July 1, and the Nature Coast astounds with manatees, scallops and stunning waterways.

07/25/2022 By Lauren Jackson

Keep Truckin'

Sarasota County Has Introduced a Mobile Vending Permit Program for Area Parks

The program will provide greater access for park visitors and small businesses.

07/21/2022 By Lauren Jackson

Fin-tastic News

Sandwich Night Is Returning to Indigenous

James Beard-nominated chef Steve Phelps is bringing his delicious seafood sandwiches to Indigenous on Wednesday nights—and highlighting the importance of sustainability.

07/20/2022 By Lauren Jackson

Listeria Outbreak

Big Olaf Has Issued a Recall for Its Products

Following a CDC food safety alert recommending all Big Olaf products be discarded, the creamery has issued a recall.

07/12/2022 By Lauren Jackson

Food Safety

A Sarasota Ice Cream Maker May Be Linked to a Listeria Outbreak

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is recommending that consumers and retailers dispose of Big Olaf Creamery products.

07/07/2022 By Lauren Jackson

Letter of Recommendation

LobsterCraft Brings Its Exquisite Lobster Rolls to St. Armands Circle

The rolls are a perfect meal for a hot summer afternoon.

07/01/2022 By Lauren Jackson

Main Squeeze

A Fancy New Lemonade Stand Is Coming to Fruitville Road

Wow Wow Hawaiian Lemonade Stand was founded in 2012 and gained success with adventurous flavors like strawberry pineapple and 'butterfly mojito' lemonades.

07/01/2022 By Lauren Jackson

Consumer Reports

Why Are Cocktails So Expensive Right Now?

With some drinks now costing as much as a nice meal, it’s hard not to wonder whether the drink is worth it.

07/01/2022 By Lauren Jackson

Deli Belly

The Overton Has Closed, and a New Deli Will Take Its Place

Chef Solomon 'Sol' Shenker is bringing his New York-style deli cuisine to the Rosemary District space.

06/30/2022 By Lauren Jackson

Tropical Paradise

Sarasota's New Summer Tap Juice Bar Will Help You Beat the Heat

If you're looking for a healthy treat, this is the place to be.

06/24/2022 Photography by Lauren Jackson

Pedal Pusher

The Caragiulo Family Is Planning to Build a New Restaurant on the Legacy Trail

The brothers are adding a new venture to their growing list of successful restaurants in Sarasota.

06/23/2022 By Lauren Jackson

Shop Talk

Two Chefs on Hillview Wants to Be Your Go-To Specialty Food Store

The new gastronomy shop in Southside Village may be small, but it packs a big punch.

06/17/2022 By Lauren Jackson

A Global Affair

Celebrate African Cuisine at a Selby Library Cooking Class

Join chefs Alex Jordan and Erik Decker for an educational evening filled with tasty treats.

06/16/2022 By Lauren Jackson

Deals on Deals

Here Are the Restaurants Extending Savor Sarasota Deals

After a successful Savor Sarasota Restaurant Week, these restaurants will continue to offer sweet deals.

06/15/2022 By Lauren Jackson

Five O'Clock Somewhere

Corporate Ladder Brewing Is Crushing the Sour Beer Game

An award-winning Palmetto brewery is knocking out outrageously flavorful beers.

06/14/2022 By Lauren Jackson