Written by Natasha Reisner on . Posted in Blog.
Thanksgiving is my favorite nondenominational holiday – perfect in every way. What could be wrong with delicious food, often in excess, that brings family and friends together, without the hassle or stress of exchanging gifts? It was also my late father’s favorite holiday. Early Thanksgiving morning, he and my mother would drive to our home. They would […]
Written by Holly Johnson on . Posted in Dining.
El Melvin Cocina Mexicana expands hours to include Lunch and Happy Hour SARASOTA, Fla. (Oct. 26, 2020) – Craving some savory Mexican for lunch? How about a fun and lively happy hour addition to the downtown Sarasota scene? El Melvin Cocina Mexicana is fulfilling both with expanded hours to include weekday lunches and daily happy […]
Written by Angela Naff on . Posted in What's On?.
The Suncoast Post asks, “What’s On, Suncoast?” Here are a few ideas for things to do around the area this week of 9.18-9.25! Cafe Barbosso Cafe Barbosso5501 Palmer Crossing Circle, Sarasota, FL 34233 “Eat, Laugh & Love or Else,” at the Cafe Barbosso, is their motto. This peasant Italian restaurant here in Sarasota is a […]
Written by Sheri Nadelman on . Posted in Great Reading.
It’s a small world after all, especially if you’re looking at it through a lens. The beauty of photography is that you can make the mundane seem remarkable. Let me start from the beginning – sort of. My husband, whom I affectionately refer to as “My Artie”, had done some professional photography long before we […]
Written by Angela Naff on . Posted in What's On?.
Don’t let the worry about getting back to school get you down, there is still time to find socially distanced appropriate fun activities for the entire family here on the Suncoast. The Suncoast Post asks, “What’s On, Suncoast?” Here are a few ideas for things to do around the area this week of 7.31-8.07! JUST […]
Written by Vicky Sullivan on . Posted in Music.
You are thinking you have seen this somewhere before, a review of Cher’s tour in Florida in The Sarasota Post, and you would be right! Yes, readers, I attended the Fort Myers opening show last Thursday night with ticket and point & shoot camera. I wanted to see the show without having to work through it and am glad I did! The Orlando show was coming on Monday and I would have to work at this show with my trusty Nikon.
Written by Sande Caplin on . Posted in Great Reading.
On Thursday night, the community rallied together in support of Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Sun Coast- Manatee at their 9th annual Chef’s Cooking for Kids Culinary Extravaganza. A Culinary extravaganza it was indeed! The energy in the room was infectious. With The Billy Rice Band providing the music in support of Big Brothers Big Sisters you couldn’t help but feel good when walking into the room. The event was a sold-out night with 200 guests in attendance there to enjoy a foodie’s dream come true.
Written by Sande Caplin on . Posted in Dining.
Have you ever been rendered speechless by a food experience so exquisite and special that a pause is the least you can do in its honor? After all, bowing to a plate of shrimp would be silly, right? The other evening my taste buds came to life and sang to me the sweetest Italian song, dripping with delicious words like Sicilian oregano and fresh tomatoes. It was love at first bite at Cafe BarBosso.
Written by Sande Caplin on . Posted in Events.
August 18th, The Pavilion at Mixon farms will be transformed into a couple’s night out mixed with a bridal show and expo! The excitement will greet couples as they are provided amazing SWAG bags with tons of gifts, and surprises from wedding vendors & a photo op! Amongst the excitement the venue will have four themed bars throughout serving everything from their signature Mixon Sunset, His & Her’s Whiskey Bar, Beer & more!
Written by Sande Caplin on . Posted in Dining.
Chef Pedro Flores and Chef Rafael Manzano at the award-winning The Table Creekside in Sarasota have certainly raised the bar when it comes to new summer offerings that showcase innovative dishes. Palate pleasing and specially priced, the summer season celebration includes Blackboard Specials for $20.95 and under.
Written by Sande Caplin on . Posted in Great Reading.
This Sunday marks a bullseye on Mom’s favorite holiday, that holy day of “rest” when mom gets to lay low while her tribe takes care of the tasks she does daily. Don’t want to do the dishes? This is the day to get that one done for you. Want to lay in the sun, sans kids?