Best of Sarasota

Introducing the Sarasota Hope Photo Project

We invite you to submit photos that are uplifting, remind us why we love Sarasota and the surrounding areas, and show works of beauty or acts of kindness in these troubling days.

03/19/2020

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Sarasota Magazine Best of Sarasota Party Postponed

Using an abundance of caution in the face of coronavirus, we have decided to move the event to the fall.

03/11/2020 Photography by Staff

Best of the Year

Our 10 Most Popular Stories of 2019

MTV's "Siesta Key" red tide, the new Sarasota Art Museum and more topped the list this year.

12/30/2019 By Megan McDonald

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Video: Relive the Magic of Our #BestofSarasota Party

Our annual celebration of the Best of Sarasota’s restaurants, shops, services and entertainment took place at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall.

05/10/2019

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The Best of Sarasota 2019

Our editors and readers celebrate the best in dining, shopping, the arts and attractions.

05/06/2019

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Best of Sarasota 2019: Readers' Choice

Presenting the winners of our Best of 2019 readers’ poll.

05/01/2019

Limelight

Sarasota Magazine's Best of Sarasota 2019

The annual celebration of the Best of Sarasota's restaurants, shops, services and entertainment took place at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall.

04/30/2019 Photography by Cliff Roles

Best of Sarasota 2019

Our Editors' Picks for the Best New Restaurants, Shopping and Services in Sarasota-Manatee

We celebrate the best in dining, shopping, the arts and attractions.

04/30/2019 By Susan Burns, Cooper Levey-Baker, Megan McDonald, Kay Kipling, Ilene Denton, and Giulia Heyward

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Just One Week Left Until the Best Party of the Year

Here's a sneak peek at what our food and drink partners will be serving up.

04/22/2019 By Staff

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Get Out Your Ruby Red for Our Best of Sarasota Party and 40th Anniversary Celebration

Bring that fashion A-game we know you have.

04/15/2019 By Staff

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Our Best of Sarasota Party is the Hottest Ticket of the Season

Plus, we're celebrating our 40th anniversary.

04/09/2019 By Staff

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Vote for the Best of Sarasota 2019!

As Sarasota Magazine gets ready to celebrate the city’s best food, drink, shops, entertainment and more, here's your chance to weigh in.

10/25/2018

Preview

Gauguin Exhibit Headed to Selby Gardens

The show, opening next February, will feature woodcuts and rarely seen works by Paul Gauguin.

04/26/2018 By Kay Kipling

From the Editor

25 Years of the "Best of Sarasota"

Sarasota has changed since 1991.

05/02/2016 By Pam Daniel

Article

Chef Judi's Favorite Local Dishes of 2014

Chef Judi shares her favorite bites of the year.

01/05/2015 By Judi Gallagher

Article

Sarasota Magazine's Best of Sarasota 2013

What to eat, buy, do and love in our city right now.

05/20/2013 By Megan McDonald

Article

Best of Sarasota 2013: Arts and More

The best of Sarasota 2013: Best Sarasota arts, entertainment and more.

05/15/2013 By Megan McDonald

Article

Best of Sarasota 2013: Food & Restaurants

Sarasota Magazine editors and readers pick the best Sarasota restaurants of 2013.

05/14/2013 By Megan McDonald

Article

VIDEO Best of Sarasota 2013 Party

Chef Judi Gallagher, Fashion IQ blogger Heather Dunhill and Party Girl Veronica Pastore get the inside scoop at Sarasota Magazine's Best of Sarasota 2013 party at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens.

05/07/2013 By Megan McDonald

Article

From the Editor: Bragging Rights

Some "bests"--and "worsts"--that our fair city has won in recent years.

05/01/2013 By Pam Daniel