Historic home of renowned Ringling family turns into boutique hotel: The Reserve Retreat
With a history spanning over 100 years, The Reserve Retreat (1322 N Tamiami Trail) has served as the home of the prominent Ringling family, a dress shop, a family photo […]
Hidden gem: The Reserve boasts decadent, authentic Italian cuisine in Sarasota
Chef Antonio of The Reserve has quietly established his restaurant as a true hidden gem in Sarasota. He crafts Italian, Mediterranean, and Southern European cuisine meticulously. The Reserve is inside […]
Pangea is more than a cocktail lounge, it’s a cocktail laboratory
Behind an inconspicuous white door embedded in a white wall, past electric meters, and a No Trespassing sign, Pangea (1564 Main St.) awaits discovery. While it may fit the speak-easy […]
OfKors bakes masterful European breads the old-fashioned way
Located on vibrant Main Street in downtown Sarasota, OfKors (1359 Main St.) specializes in masterful European bread baked the old-fashioned way, using minimal ingredients and no additives. This traditional approach […]
Top 7 old-school restaurants in Sarasota
Walt’s Fish Market – Restaurant and Tiki Bar Renowned as one of the best restaurants in Sarasota, Walt’s serves premium, fresh seafood and has been an institution for over 100 […]
Fork and Hen offers an elevated modern take on Southern soul food
Conveniently located at 2801 N. Tamiami Trail, Fork and Hen offers patrons elevated soul food. After exploring the menu, it’s easy to see how Fork and Hen has earned a […]
Beloved German Bakery, Mama G’s, takes over former Stiks location on Tamiami Trail
Moving from their previous spot near Simon’s Coffee House, the beloved German bakery Mama G’s has taken over the former Stiks location at 4413 S. Tamiami Trail. They celebrated their […]
Popular, eclectic restaurant, Florence and the Spice Boys opens second location
Florence and the Spice Boys (4990 S. Tamiami Trail) might just be the most uniquely named restaurant in all of Sarasota. Millennials will recognize the clever play on the names […]
Sarasota Medieval Fair returns for 20th year in the enchanting Woods of Mallaranny
Running for a month-long engagement, the Sarasota Medieval Fair returns for its 20th installation. Located in the Woods of Mallarany in Mayakka City, FL., the fair transforms the 47-acre cattle […]
Pinecraft Ice Cream Shoppe is a local standout, slinging traditional Amish-made treats
When its sweltering heat sizzles the streets in Sarasota, there’s nothing comparable to quelling bead-sweet like an ice cream cone, malt, shake, or a custom-made sundae, especially when made the […]