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NEWK’S EATERY OPENS FIRST SARASOTA RESTAURANT

Written by Sande Caplin on . Posted in Dining.

Newk’s Eatery—a rapidly expanding fast-casual restaurant brand known for its bold flavors and fresh ingredients— is opening its first Sarasota restaurant on Monday, September 12. Opening in the Mall at University Town Center, the new Sarasota location will be the brand’s second restaurant in the Tampa Bay area. The first debuted in Clearwater this past December, operated by the Aeolus Group— a local franchise team with more than 10 years of industry experience who plans to franchise a total of 11 Newk’s Eateries in the Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota, Lakeland and Clearwater markets over the next several years. This growth plan plays a large part in Newk’s overall goal to open as many as 30 new restaurants in the Sunshine State within the next five years.

Grand Opening in Sarasota, Lori Davis, Just a Basket Case

Written by Sande Caplin on . Posted in Businesses.

SARASOTA, FLORIDA – BasketCase Planner herself, Lori Davis will be opening her first showroom-storefront in the Gulf Gate Aug 1st 2016. We will be smack in the middle of our good business friends, Heavenly Cupcakes and Clever Cup. Perfect location for anyone looking for your entire event or wedding needs.

The Cookie Cottage Is Now Open In Sarasota!

Written by Sande Caplin on . Posted in Businesses.

Cathy Vande Mheer’s dream has become a reality.  She’s still in the process of outfitting the store with shelves, decorations and other welcoming signs about how happy they are to be open!  Cathy is really excited about finally having a place to hold her cookie and craft classes. At the Cookie Cottage you will totally get involved in her class called “creative cookies for any occasion.”  If you missed their ribbon cutting for the grand opening with the Chamber of Commerce,  there will be many more up and coming events, parties, fundraisers and childrens birthday parties.  Cathy strongly believes in being community-minded and is involved in various charities and fundraisers during the year.

Chicken Salad Chick Plans First Sarasota Restaurant on Fruitville Road

Written by Suncoast Post Staff on . Posted in Dining.

Chicken Salad Chick, the fast-growing restaurant chain known for its made-from-scratch chicken salad recipes and Southern-style menu, is preparing to open its first location in Sarasota. The new restaurant is planned for 6650 Fruitville Road, Suite 132, Sarasota, Florida 34240, according to a business listing from the Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce. The location will […]

Leadership Sarasota Names Five Honorees for 2026 Outstanding Leadership Awards

Written by Breeze McDonald on . Posted in Businesses.

Five Sarasota-area leaders whose work spans nonprofit service, hospitality, healthcare and civic engagement will be recognized during Leadership Sarasota’s 2026 Celebrate Outstanding Leadership Awards luncheon. The annual event will take place Wednesday, August 5, 2026, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Michael’s On East, located at 1212 S. East Avenue in Sarasota. Presented by […]

Venice-Nokomis Rotary Barstool Open Brings Putt-Putt, Pub Crawl Fun to Downtown Venice

Written by Suncoast Post Staff on . Posted in Events.

Downtown Venice will turn into a playful putt-putt course on Saturday, August 22, 2026, when the Venice-Nokomis Rotary Barstool Open returns for an afternoon of friendly competition, creative costumes and community fundraising. The event, presented by the Venice-Nokomis Rotary Club and Daisy Does It Events and Festivals, runs from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in […]

2026 Sarasota Business Awards Honor Local Companies, Nonprofits and Community Leaders

Written by Breeze McDonald on . Posted in Businesses.

Sarasota’s business community took center stage as the Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce honored the winners of the 36th Annual Frank G. Berlin, Sr. Sarasota Business Awards. Nearly 600 business and community leaders gathered Friday, June 26, at The Ora in Sarasota for one of the region’s most respected business recognition events. Presented by the […]

16 Sarasota-Manatee Restaurants Earn 2026 Wine Spectator Awards for Outstanding Wine Programs

Written by Breeze McDonald on . Posted in Dining.

Sarasota and Manatee counties have once again earned national attention for their dining scene, this time for what is in the glass. Sixteen local restaurants have been named winners in Wine Spectator’s 2026 Restaurant Awards, the magazine’s annual recognition of restaurants with outstanding wine programs. The awards highlight restaurants around the world that offer carefully […]

Artist Series Concerts of Sarasota Announces 2026-27 Season With 24 Performances Across the Suncoast

Written by Suncoast Post Staff on . Posted in Events.

Artist Series Concerts of Sarasota is preparing for a major new season of live music, bringing 24 concerts to Sarasota and Venice between October 11, 2026, and May 17, 2027. The 2026-2027 season marks the organization’s 31st year and continues its longtime focus on presenting world-class musicians in intimate settings where audiences can experience chamber […]

Community Foundation of Sarasota County Awards More Than $500,000 to Strengthen Local Nonprofits

Written by Suncoast Post Staff on . Posted in SRQ Scoop.

The Community Foundation of Sarasota County is investing more than half a million dollars into the people and organizations working every day to meet some of the region’s most urgent needs. The foundation recently awarded $507,255 in grants to 46 nonprofit organizations serving Sarasota, Manatee, Charlotte and DeSoto counties. The funding will support programs focused […]

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