Eat & Drink

Savor Town Returns

Savor Sarasota Returns June 1

This year's list of participating restaurants will continue to grow until the start date—so keep checking back for updates.

05/16/2024 By Lauren Jackson

Things to Do

What to Do in Sarasota This Week

Don't miss Margaret Barbieri Conservatory students dance at Selby Gardens, Venice Brewfest, a silent piano concert on Siesta Beach and more.

05/15/2024 By John Thomason

Big Moves

Detwiler's Has Broken Ground on a New Distribution Center

The local grocery chain's six brick-and-mortar stores will be serviced by this new Palmetto facility.

05/14/2024 By Lauren Jackson

Burger Brief

Update: After 67 Years, the Hob Nob Has Closed

The beloved burger joint has no immediate or evident plans to reopen.

05/14/2024 By Lauren Jackson

DIY

These Local Farms Offer You-Pick Opportunities

Pick your own fresh fruits, vegetables and flowers.

05/13/2024 By Samantha Lane

Hot Hot Hot

Florence and the Spice Boys Is Coming to University Town Center

The popular restaurant's second location is slated to open in late 2024 or early 2025.

05/08/2024 By Lauren Jackson

Vive La France

C'est La Vie's Second Location Opens Today in Lakewood Ranch

Owners Christophe and Géraldine Coutelle opened their first location in 1997 in downtown Sarasota.

05/07/2024 By Lauren Jackson

Restaurant Review

Just Like the Car It’s Named After, Osteria 500 Is Bright, Shiny and Delightful

The restaurant combines dependability and panache, with a dining experience that blends old favorites and new dishes that are executed with finesse.

05/06/2024 By Lauren Jackson

Hot, Hot, Hot

Sarasota's Best New Restaurants

The past year has a big one for new restaurants in Sarasota and Manatee counties. Here are the ones that stand out.

05/03/2024 By Lauren Jackson

All Summer Long

Chinola Is Now Making a Mango Liqueur, and It's Just Right for Summertime Drinking

Mango margarita? Yes, please.

05/03/2024 By Cooper Levey-Baker

Best of Sarasota

The Best of Sarasota 2024: Readers' Poll

We polled our readers about their favorite shops, services and more. Here’s what you had to say.

05/01/2024

Best of Sarasota

The Best of Sarasota 2024: Editors' Picks

Here are our favorite new finds from a year full of them.

05/01/2024 By The Editors

Just In Queso

Get Your Margarita on at One of These Cinco de Mayo Celebrations

Bring on the tacos, too!

04/30/2024 By Lauren Jackson

A Day in The Life

Learn More About Food Editor Lauren Jackson in the Most Recent Episode of WUSF's 'The Zest'

Jackson was a guest on season 9, episode 17 of Dalia Colón's show, which airs on our local NPR affiliate.

04/29/2024 By Lauren Jackson

The Mother Lode

Make Your Reservations for Mother's Day at One of These Great Restaurants

Treat Mom to a delicious meal to show her how much she means to you. (And if going out feels like too much, breakfast in bed is always a great option.)

04/25/2024 By Lauren Jackson

Walk of Fame

The Michelin Guide Awarded Two New Stars to Tampa Restaurants Last Night

That brings Tampa's total to five stars and Florida's to 27 stars overall.

04/19/2024 By Lauren Jackson

Puff Puff Pass

Seven Excellent Restaurants for Takeout This 4/20

Lighting up this weekend? If so, we have you covered.

04/19/2024 By Lauren Jackson

Chag Sameach!

Celebrate Passover With Meals From These Sarasota Spots

Whether you order in or dine out, these locations have you covered.

04/18/2024 By Lauren Jackson

I Scream, You Scream

Great Heights Creamery Opens This Weekend in the Rosemary District

The ice cream shop is the newest addition to Parkside .

04/18/2024 By Lauren Jackson

Go Big Or Go Home

A New Florida Law Lets You Buy Wine in Bottles as Big as 15 Liters

That's the equivalent of 20 standard bottles of wine.

04/17/2024 By Bob McGinn

Sarasota Magazine

Eat & Drink

The Best Bars and Restaurants in Sarasota

Sarasota's Best New Restaurants

These Area Coffee Shops Are Also Roasting Their Own Beans

The Best Restaurants in Osprey and Nokomis

The Best Late Night Restaurants in Sarasota

Our Favorite Local Mexican Restaurants

Savor Sarasota Returns June 1

What to Do in Sarasota This Week

Detwiler's Has Broken Ground on a New Distribution Center

Update: After 67 Years, the Hob Nob Has Closed

These Local Farms Offer You-Pick Opportunities

Florence and the Spice Boys Is Coming to University Town Center

C'est La Vie's Second Location Opens Today in Lakewood Ranch

Just Like the Car It’s Named After, Osteria 500 Is Bright, Shiny and Delightful

Sarasota's Best New Restaurants

Chinola Is Now Making a Mango Liqueur, and It's Just Right for Summertime Drinking

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