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A Star Is Reborn

After Being Closed for More Than a Month, Cortez's Star Fish Company Will Reopen Tomorrow

"It’s never looked better," says owner Karen Bell.

10/30/2024 By Lauren Jackson

Better Together

In the Wake of Hurricane Helene, Coastal Restaurants and Their Employees Have a Long Road to Recovery

From Manasota Key to Anna Maria Island, restaurants near the water are working tirelessly to reopen.

10/01/2024 By Lauren Jackson

Fly Away Home

Rufa, the Ritz-Carlton's Newest Restaurant, Is Open

Rufa specializes in shareable dishes accompanied by craft cocktails in an outdoor setting.

09/30/2024 By Lauren Jackson

The Times They Are a-Changin'

One of Sarasota's Best Restaurants Has a New Name and Will Soon Be Serving Lunch

Meliora is now Adeline.

09/25/2024 By Lauren Jackson

Marlin Brand

Tommy Bahama's New Marlin Bar Concept Is Coming to Lakewood Ranch Next Month

The new restaurant will feature favorites from Tommy Bahama, as well as some new additions and a laidback atmosphere.

09/20/2024 By Lauren Jackson

Heat Check

How to Embrace 'Florida Fall'

Pumpkins? For autumn? Groundbreaking. Here's how we Floridians make this season our own.

09/01/2024 By Lauren Jackson

Restaurant Review

EnRich Bistro Has Returned, and It's a Triumph

If you’re a Sarasota resident, EnRich Bistro is worth a trip to Bradenton. And if you’re a Bradentonian, congratulations on finding your new favorite spot.

09/01/2024 By Lauren Jackson

Holy Guacamole

Dynasty Guacamole Is a Top Draw at Local Farmers Markets

Owner Assiel Landa attracts a huge online audience, with nearly hundreds of thousands of followers on TikTok who eat up videos of his colorful guac prep.

09/01/2024 By Lauren Jackson

Corner Shops

The Best Strip Mall Food Stores in Sarasota

Eight strip mall suppliers with terrific take-home goods.

09/01/2024 By Lauren Jackson

Origin Stories

Four Sarasota Chefs Share the Stories of Their Restaurants

Here's why they love doing business in Sarasota.

09/01/2024 By Lauren Jackson

🫧 Bubble Up 🫧

Here's Where to Get Great Boba in the Sarasota Area

These spots will satisfy your craving.

08/30/2024 By Cooper Levey-Baker

Home Is Where The Art Is

At the Hermitage Artist Retreat, Chef Jordan Moore's Food Is Another Form of Art

Moore creates memorable meals alongside other creatives.

08/28/2024 By Lauren Jackson

Every Day I'm Brusselin'

The Downtown Sarasota Sprouts Will Open Sept. 6

The store will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 6:45 a.m. with other activities throughout the day.

08/22/2024 By Lauren Jackson

Salud!

A Local Restaurant Group Is Organizing a Pair of Upcoming Progressive Dinners. Here Are the Details.

Guests will be transported by trolley to several Sarasota-Manatee Originals restaurants for a unique experience.

08/07/2024 By Lauren Jackson

Gone But Not Forgotten

Screaming Goat Taqueria Has Closed

Taco 'bout a bummer: the Gulf Gate restaurant had amassed a loyal following thanks to its creative flavor combinations and vegan-friendly options.

07/23/2024 By Lauren Jackson

End of an Era

Ed Chiles' Sandbar, Mar Vista and Beach House Restaurants Have Been Sold

In a letter to his staff, Chiles reflected on his restaurants' humble beginnings and his 45-year career. "We have come a long way," he wrote.

07/18/2024 By Megan McDonald

Waste Not

Sunflower Market Is Combating Food Waste by Selling Discounted Food That Might Otherwise End up in a Landfill

"I often joke that it’s a little bit like if Whole Foods and Ollie’s had a baby," says co-owner Lisa Crawford.

07/16/2024 By Stephanie Churn Lubow

🦉🦉🦉

Sarasota Hooters Employee Sarah Magda Will Compete in the Hooters International Pageant

Magda will face off against 29 other contestants for the chance to win bragging rights and some major prize money.

07/10/2024 By Lauren Jackson

No Limits

At Buffet City, Food Is Fun Again

A pan-Asian buffet restaurant with a build-your-own hibachi station, a sushi bar and Chinese food, where you can eat as much as you want for just $18.99? We had to check this place out.

06/26/2024 By Lauren Jackson

Little Italy

The Best Italian Restaurants in Sarasota

Sarasota has dozens and dozens of Italian restaurants. Here are the 22 best.

06/14/2024 By Lauren Jackson

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Food News

After Being Closed for More Than a Month, Cortez's Star Fish Company Will Reopen Tomorrow

In the Wake of Hurricane Helene, Coastal Restaurants and Their Employees Have a Long Road to Recovery

Rufa, the Ritz-Carlton's Newest Restaurant, Is Open

One of Sarasota's Best Restaurants Has a New Name and Will Soon Be Serving Lunch

Tommy Bahama's New Marlin Bar Concept Is Coming to Lakewood Ranch Next Month

How to Embrace 'Florida Fall'

EnRich Bistro Has Returned, and It's a Triumph

Dynasty Guacamole Is a Top Draw at Local Farmers Markets

The Best Strip Mall Food Stores in Sarasota

Four Sarasota Chefs Share the Stories of Their Restaurants

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