Southern Star

Where to Find Great Biscuits in Sarasota

Chef Judi searches for the top versions of an iconic Southern comfort food.

04/23/2019 By Judi Gallagher

Adventure Chef

Sophie Hollingsworth Creates Outdoor Feasts

And she's sharing her recipe for sizzling snapper.

04/02/2019 By Susan Burns

Cheers!

Today's Hot Party Drink: The Aperol Spritz

This drink has taken over cocktail menus in recent years.

01/25/2019 By Cooper Levey-Baker

Recipe

Two Delicious Recipes from Deepa Alfano of The Indian Table

Deepa Alfano wants to make Indian cuisine more accessible to home cooks.

06/26/2018 By Megan McDonald

Recipe

Recipe: Glazed Apple Cookies from Buttermilk Handcrafted Food

Comfort food at its best.

12/06/2017 By Stephanie Isaac

Recipe

Alinea's Jaryd Hearn Returns to Polo Grill

And he's sharing a delicious recipe for pickled beet salad with us.

08/16/2017 By Stephanie Hagan

Egg-ceptional

Recipe: How to Make Caesar's Deviled Eggs from Muse at the Ringling

Chef Francis Casciato shares his recipe from Muse at the Ringling.

06/06/2017 By Stephanie Hagan

Gherkin Time

Happy National Pickle Day

A history of pickles and a recipe for deep-fried pickle spears to celebrate National Pickle Day.

11/14/2016 By Megan McDonald

Recipe of the Week

Recipe of the Week:"Breakfast All Day" Burger

Here's a burger recipe, compliments of BurgerFi, that's perfect for Labor Day Weekend

09/02/2016 By Margo Rometo

Recipe of the Week

Recipe of the Week: Mango Quinoa Salad With Ginger-Lime Dressing

Here's a light, fresh salad perfect for summer dinners al fresco.

08/25/2016 By Margo Rometo

Recipe of the Week

Recipes of the Week: Egg Pasta and Lobster Salad with Caviar

Just in time for Caviar Week, here are two mouth-watering caviar recipes.

07/13/2016 By Margo Rometo

Recipe of the Week

Recipe of the Week: Cauliflower Mac & Cheese

Here's a lighter, more nutritious version of a classic Mac and Cheese recipe!

06/29/2016 By Margo Rometo

Recipe of the Week

Recipe of the Week: Arctic Char with Herb Salad

This week: a refreshing summer salad from downtown Sarasota's MoZaic restaurant.

06/22/2016 By Margo Rometo

Recipe of the Week

Recipe of the Week: Chocolate Avocado Frosting from Retrobaked

Here's a delicious, quick and easy, vegan (!) chocolate avocado frosting recipe from Bradenton's Retrobaked.

06/14/2016 By Margo Rometo

Recipe of the Week

Recipe: Siesta-Style Barbecue Shrimp

Here’s a spicy barbecue shrimp recipe from Siesta Key's Big Water Fish Market recipe that is quick and easy to make at home.

06/03/2016 By Margo Rometo

Article

Staying in on New Year's Eve? Here's a Great Recipe for You

Here are the foods you should eat to start the New Year--and a delicious recipe, too.

12/29/2015 By Judi Gallagher

Article

4 Florida-Inspired Recipes from Manatee County Chefs

Four recipes that scream "Florida."

08/25/2015 By Megan McDonald

Article

Recipe: Chef Judi Gallagher's Strawberry Shortcake

Homemade shortcake is topped with fresh Florida strawberries and homemade whipped cream in this simple yet decadent dessert.

03/02/2015 By Judi Gallagher

Article

Strawberry Kumquat Salad, Oh My!

Robin Draper of Authentic Florida dishes out a delicious Strawberry Kumquat Salad recipe featuring fresh Florida seasonal produce.

03/01/2015 By Robin Draper

Article

Recipe: Michael's On East Crab Cakes

Get the recipe for Michael's On East's award-winning crab cakes.

03/01/2015 By Megan McDonald