Lila offers casual dining with a rustic vibe
Located at 1526 Main Street, Lila (pronounced lee-lah), meaning creative play, offers casual dining with a rustic vibe. Though the menu is anything but casual, it’s spontaneous. Chef proprietors Ryan […]
Shakespeare’s English Pub is a story written in angus beef
A short distance from the pristine beaches of Siesta Key and unassumingly tucked away in a shopping center is Shakespeare’s English Pub (3550 S Osprey Ave). Locals adore its cozy […]
Hurricane Hanks is one of Sarasota’s best hidden gems
Hurricane Hanks (5346 Gulf Dr.) may be located in an unassuming strip mall on Anna Maria Island, but its casual atmosphere belies the quality of both its dishes and its […]
Technology group reconditions computers and donates them to those in need
Limited access to technology often inhibits equity, and the negative impact of this problem is felt most prominently in modern education. At Sarasota Technology Users Group (3949 Sawyer Road), volunteers […]
A reader’s haven for nearly 50 years, A. Parkers Books and Book Bazaar is one of the last true used bookstores
Every time I’m in Sarasota, I visit A. Parker’s Books and Book Bazaar at 1488 Main Street. One of the last true used bookstores in the area, Parker’s has served […]
Official ceremony introduces POLY, Sarasota’s newest public art addition
An official ceremony will introduce POLY, Sarasota’s newest public art addition. The ceremony will be held at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, February 11, at the entrance to Whitaker Gateway Park, […]
Travelers’ Choice award winner Duval’s is a seafood standout in Sarasota
Located in the vibrant heart of downtown Sarasota, Duval’s (1435 Main St.) has been honored as Sarasota’s Best Local Seafood Spot every year since 2016 and won TripAdvisor’s Travelers’ Choice […]
Dilapidated bungalow turns cozy breakfast house, spurring revitalization of historic village
The Breakfast House (1817 Fruitville Rd.), a bright yellow Florida bungalow serving decadent lunches and breakfasts, recently celebrated 15 years in business. The occasion marks a significant milestone for owner […]
Midnight Pass reopens for first time in 40 years after hurricane, bringing wildlife back into Sarasota Bay
While Hurricane Helene left destruction in its aftermath, Sarasota County is experiencing a silver lining. Midnight Pass, a subject of long-standing debate, was reshaped by Hurricane Helene, reopening for the […]
Local gem, Walt’s Fish Market, has 100-year family legacy in Sarasota
Renowned as one of the best restaurants in Sarasota, Walt’s Fish Market (4144 S. Tamiami Trail) serves premium, fresh seafood and has been an institution for more than 100 years. […]