The Nose Knows

Urthy Scents Opens in Lakewood Ranch's Shoppes at Market Square

Ali East and Jen Rotondo believe in the power of scent.

02/06/2023 By Heather Dunhill

Retro Cool

A New Midcentury Modern Furniture Store Opens in Gulf Gate

A local couple breathes new life into the local vintage furniture market at the newly opened Retro Revival SRQ store.

12/26/2022 By Laura Paquette

Beachy Keen

Where to Find Florida-Themed Gifts That People Will Actually Want

These four shops cater to the Florida fanatic in your life.

12/13/2022 By Lauren Jackson

priceless

This Year, Give The Gift of Experiences or Helpful Services

Ditch the holiday wrapping paper for memory-making activities they'll love.

12/06/2022 By Kim Doleatto

Openings

A New Furniture Store is Opening in Gulf Gate

A local couple is taking The Woven Home, their online thrift shop, to a brick-and-mortar storefront.

12/01/2022 By Kim Doleatto

Surf's Up

The Best Rash Guards for a Day at the Beach

Heading to one of our amazing beaches? Get extra protection from the sun's rays with these stylish rash guards.

07/29/2022 By Allison Forsyth

Hair Health

The Best Hair Products for Florida's Heat and Humidity

Sarasota-Manatee is experiencing a major heat wave—and with that comes frizz. Here are some of the best products to protect your locks.

07/25/2022 By Allison Forsyth

What's Cooler Than Being Cool? Ice Cold!

The Best Beach Coolers of 2023

Stow beer, wine and your Pub subs in one of these bad boys for the perfect Sarasota beach day.

07/21/2022 By Allison Forsyth

You're Invited

DutchCrafters Has a New Sarasota Showroom

"You can certainly find what you found at your grandma's house, but it's not what most people buy here."

05/24/2022 By Kim Doleatto

Gift Guide

Father's Day Gifts For the 'Do-Gooder' Dad

This year, we've put together an extra special gift guide for the Sarasota dad who wants to give back.

05/24/2022 By Elizabeth Djinis

Gift Guide

Best Gifts For High Schoolers

Finding the best gift for a high schooler is always a gamble. Here are some gifts that are sure to excite without fail.

04/12/2022 By Elizabeth Djinis

Gift Guide

Best Gifts for the Over-65 Sarasotan

These gifts will be the perfect surprise for the Sarasotan that is over 65 in your life.

04/12/2022 By Elizabeth Djinis

Gift Guide

Best Gifts For the Outdoorsy Sarasotan

If you are looking for gifts for the outdoorsy person in your life, these gifts might be just up their alley.

04/12/2022 By Elizabeth Djinis

Gift Guide

The Best Gifts for Experiencing Sarasota

So many of the best things in life are experienced rather than purchased. Here are some unique outings in Sarasota you can gift your loved ones.

04/12/2022 By Elizabeth Djinis

Gift Guide

Our Favorite Local Gifts Under $50

In Sarasota, where luxury reigns supreme, it can be hard to find gifts on a budget. Shop these charming boutiques if you're in a pinch.

04/12/2022 By Elizabeth Djinis

Holidays

Sarasota Chamber Launches First 'Small Business Season'

The initiative encourages people to support the efforts of small business owners through purchases, reviews and referrals.

12/14/2021 By Staff

Weekend update

The Meadows Has a Farmers Market Now

The market kicked off in early October and operates from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Sunday.

11/21/2021 By Cooper Levey-Baker

Your Health Questions Answered

Are Metal Water Bottles Healthier for You?

Single-use plastic water bottles can have a negative impact on your health and the environment. Here are some metal brands we recommend for all your hydration needs.

08/25/2021 By Allison Forsyth

Your Health Questions Answered

How Do You Find the Perfect Running Shoe?

Fleet Feet Sarasota and Fit2Run offer some fitting suggestions.

07/07/2021 By Allison Forsyth

Coping with COVID-19

‘I’m Being Pushed to Another Level': The View From a Small Business Owner

When T. Georgiano’s temporarily closed its doors, Tatyana Sharoubim-Stewart brought her clothing boutique to her customers.

04/27/2020 By Ilene Denton

Sarasota Magazine

Sarasota Shopping

Urthy Scents Opens in Lakewood Ranch's Shoppes at Market Square

A New Midcentury Modern Furniture Store Opens in Gulf Gate

Where to Find Florida-Themed Gifts That People Will Actually Want

This Year, Give The Gift of Experiences or Helpful Services

A New Furniture Store is Opening in Gulf Gate

The Best Rash Guards for a Day at the Beach

The Best Hair Products for Florida's Heat and Humidity

The Best Beach Coolers of 2023

DutchCrafters Has a New Sarasota Showroom

Father's Day Gifts For the 'Do-Gooder' Dad

Best Gifts For High Schoolers

Best Gifts for the Over-65 Sarasotan

Best Gifts For the Outdoorsy Sarasotan

The Best Gifts for Experiencing Sarasota

Our Favorite Local Gifts Under $50

Sarasota Chamber Launches First 'Small Business Season'

The Meadows Has a Farmers Market Now

Are Metal Water Bottles Healthier for You?

How Do You Find the Perfect Running Shoe?

‘I’m Being Pushed to Another Level': The View From a Small Business Owner