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Pretty Fly For A Mai Tai

O’Leary’s Tiki Bar and Grill Is Back and Better Than Ever

The downtown Sarasota restaurant and bar closed in September after damage from Hurricane Helene’s historic storm surge. It reopened last weekend.

05/06/2025 By Lauren Jackson

Here We Go!

Florence and the Spice Boys' Second Location Is Open

The much-loved restaurants opened outpost No. 2 on Monday, April 28.

04/24/2025 By Lauren Jackson

Star Power

At Last Week's Florida Michelin Awards, Tampa Received No New Stars

Despite this year's evaluation also including Pinellas County, the Tampa Bay area retained its five previously starred restaurants.

04/21/2025 By Lauren Jackson

Gone Pickin'

Here's a Handy List of You-Pick Farms to Visit Right Now

Spring in Florida means you-pick produce, and from blueberries to flowers, these family-run farms offer fresh produce, scenic views and a taste of local tradition.

04/17/2025 By Kim Doleatto

Sober Curious

A Fully Non-Alcoholic Drinks Event is Headed to 99 Bottles Later This Month

The beer and wine bar has partnered with Tap & Toast mobile bar to host an evening of mocktails and non-alcoholic beer and wine offerings.

04/17/2025 By Lauren Jackson

Let's Get Crackin'

Where to Find Farm-Fresh Eggs in Sarasota

The eggs from these local farms will brighten your breakfast table.

04/17/2025 By Chloé Cuyler

Step Up

Casa Masa’s Second Location Takes the Original’s Mexican Cuisine to the Next Level

At the new spot, you’ll find those same classics at the same price point, plus a bunch of new items that allow DiSilvio to flex his culinary muscles.

04/01/2025 By Lauren Jackson

Tower of Power

Ocean Prime Has Opened at The Quay

And people are flocking for good reason—including the restaurant's legendary seafood tower.

03/26/2025 By Lauren Jackson

Pop the Cork

Sugar Champagne Bar Opens in Downtown Sarasota This Friday

The swanky new spot will offer caviar service, cocktails and, of course, an extensive Champagne list.

03/25/2025 By Lauren Jackson

Personal Growth

Sarasota's UF/IFAS Extension Offers Dozens of Ways to Up Your Local Food IQ

Here are some highlights.

03/17/2025 By Lauren Jackson

Popular Content

    Michelin-Recommended Pizza Maker Plans New Rosemary Art & Design District Restaurant

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    Washington, D.C., Hot Spot Balos Is Coming to Downtown Sarasota

    1000 North Sarasota, the Michael Jordan-Backed Private Club, Plans to Get Bigger Before It Even Opens

    Sarasota's Best Breakfasts

    The Best Waterfront Restaurants in Sarasota-Manatee

In Bloom

Everything You Need to Know About Sarasota's Local Food Scene

Hope you’re hungry!

03/17/2025 By Lauren Jackson

Rescue Mission

Julie Morris and Jim Strickland Are Out to Prove That Preservation and Agriculture Go Hand in Hand

With their 1,300-acre Lost Girl Prairie, the couple want to show that business owners and environmentalists can work together to preserve Florida’s dwindling parcels of untamed land.

03/17/2025 By Lauren Jackson

Buzz-Worthy

Gayle Goodfriend Turned a Decade-Long Hobby Into a Thriving Honey Business

Goodfriend works from a five-acre homestead in Manatee County where approximately 400,000 bees feast on nearby saw palmettos, sable palms and Brazilian peppertrees.

03/17/2025 By Lauren Jackson

Straight Off the Boat

Maggie's Seafood Hauls Fresh Catches to Multiple Markets

Married owners Maggie and Gary Balch sell 500 pounds of seafood at both the Sarasota and Venice farmers markets.

03/17/2025 By Lauren Jackson

Hot Pockets

Empanada Girl Has Grown From a Small DIY Operation Into a Massive Farmers Market Attraction

Every week, Stefania Fochi and her team make nearly 5,000 empanadas in 25 different flavor combinations

03/17/2025 By Lauren Jackson

The Smell of Success

The Owner of Nick B’s Chimichurri Wins Over Customers With an Ingenious Marketing Technique

“This year we sold $700,000 in chimichurri around the country,” says Maria Barrajo. “I just love to sell. I could sell you a camel in Miami."

03/17/2025 By Lauren Jackson

Blowing Minds

Bill Nelms Wants You to Know That Mushrooms Aren’t Just for Eating Anymore

“We sell about 400 pounds of mushrooms a week," Nelms says.

03/17/2025 By Lauren Jackson

Laissez Les Bon Temps Rouler

With Lucky 8, Cajun Cuisine Finally Has a Home in Sarasota

The food comes courtesy of chef and co-owner Mark Majorie, who worked in kitchens in New Orleans for years, and his business partner Edward Zaki, the owner of 1592 and co-owner of Adeline.

03/10/2025 By Lauren Jackson

Flower Power

Flower Child, a Healthy Restaurant Concept, Is Coming to Lakewood Ranch

Flower Child is opening its first Florida restaurant on University Parkway.

03/05/2025 By Lauren Jackson

La Bella Vita

Two Popular Tampa Restaurants Are Coming to University Town Center

Chef-owner Chris Ponte is bringing his On Swann and Olivia to the shopping and dining district.

02/18/2025 By Lauren Jackson

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