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  • November 20, 2019
Feast fitfully this Thanksgiving with tips from local chefs

Looking to host a standout Thanksgiving? Area chefs give their advice on how to make a wow-worthy meal.

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Mar Vista offers a view of Sarasota Bay shaded by live oak trees — perfect for day or night.
    By
  • Su Byron
  • November 6, 2019
Dine on the waterfront to enjoy the cool weather

November in the Sunshine State is definitely cool. Alfresco dining by the water is as cool as it gets.

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  • Eat + Drink
Safari Sarasota funds help build schools and provide digital literacy to children in South Africa.
    By
  • Abby Weingarten
  • October 18, 2019
Wine-lovers make global impact

Safari Sarasota shares the culture, food and wine of South Africa during three-day event.

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Chef Paul Mattison — Fil photo
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  • Niki Kottmann
  • August 22, 2019
Mattison’s to host Niman Ranch Next Generation Scholarship Wine Dinner

The six-course Benziger Family Winery pairing dinner will fund educational programs about sustainable agriculture for young farmers.

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  • Columnist .
  • August 7, 2019
Drink This: Cucumber Jalapeño ‘Rita

This summer cocktail with a kick is the perfect way to cool off this month.

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Lolita Tartine will close in September to rework its entire menu and will reopen in season. Photo by Niki Kottmann
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • July 31, 2019
Bite into these Savor Sarasota deals through the end of summer

Get the best of Visit Sarasota's Savor Sarasota restaurants that have extended menus this low season throughout Sarasota County.

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Libby's bartender Mike Madison poses with his piggyback smash. Photo by Su Byron
    By
  • Su Byron
  • July 3, 2019
Sarasota bars and restaurants feature signature sips this summer

Chill out and beat the summer heat with these ultra-cool cocktails.

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Photo courtesy Matthew Serrano
    By
  • Columnist .
  • June 19, 2019
Drink This: Wicked Rita

Combine two of the season's hottest ingredients in this kicker of a summer cocktail.

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Marcus Mitchell, Rhonda Samuels and Michael Samuels are the trio behind The Venue. Photo by Niki Kottmann
    By
  • Su Byron
  • June 5, 2019
The Venue brings the taste of the Big Easy to St. Armands Circle

The new restaurant and music venue combines New Orleans spirit with All-American flavor.

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  • Eat + Drink
Barking Out Loud Rescue, one of the event beneficiaries, brought several rescue dogs to the event.
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • May 26, 2019
Music and drink lovers toast to inaugural SRQ Margarita Festival

The event was held May 25 behind Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall.

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Gwang, Hunsa JK, Phaplern DJ and Kathy Hansapiromchok — Courtesy photo
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • May 23, 2019
Siam Gulf sushi and Thai restaurant offers taste of tradition

Kathy and Gwang Hansapiromchok are bringing Thailand to Sarasota with their latest business venture.

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Mark Tuchman, the former proprietor of Mr. Beery’s, opened 99 Bottles as a cozy, affordable local bar option. Photo by Su Byron
    By
  • Su Byron
  • May 9, 2019
99 Bottles brings new pours and a one-stop-shop to downtown Sarasota

New tap room/bottle shop 99 Bottles offers affordable libations.

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Photo by Matthew Serrano
    By
  • Columnist .
  • May 8, 2019
Drink This: Pineapple Mango Sangria

Make mom something tropical to quench her thirst this Mother's Day.

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Fran Casciato focused the restaurant’s concept on healthy eating. Photo by Su Byron
    By
  • Su Byron
  • April 17, 2019
Lemon Tree Kitchen focuses on the human factor of the service industry

Fran Casciato creates a healthy, happy dining oasis at the Lemon Tree Kitchen.

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  • Columnist .
  • April 17, 2019
Drink This: Strawberry Ginger Sweet Tart

Enjoy this refreshing drink and toast to the end of season.

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