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Marcus Mitchell, Rhonda Samuels and Michael Samuels are the trio behind The Venue. Photo by Niki Kottmann
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  • 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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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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  • April 17, 2019
Drink This: Strawberry Ginger Sweet Tart

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

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Whiskey aficionados discuss at the Whiskey Obsession Festival 2016 Panel of Whiskey Experts event. Courtesy photo
    By
  • Marty Fugate
  • April 8, 2019
Whiskey Obsession Festival 2019 set to put visitors in high spirits

The seventh annual event offers sips of world-class whiskey with a chaser of education.

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Pittsburgh native Connor Bert previously bartended at local watering holes at Cask Ale and Kitchen and Social Eatery & Bar before Sage. Photo by Su Byron
    By
  • Su Byron
  • March 27, 2019
Sage restaurant's bar is the ideal laboratory for a young mixologist's alchemy

Inspiration is always the main ingredient of Connor Bert’s cocktail wizardry at Sage.

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All dishes will feature several vegetables, but will highlight one specific ingredient. Courtesy photo
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • February 19, 2019
Spice owner goes back to the basics with Grown, a vegan pop-up restaurant

Chef Louis Robinson is focusing on a classic, vital food group for his next pop-up dinner: vegetables.

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Artisan Cheese Co. features a wide array of cheese, including the above Alpha Tolman from Vermont. Photo by Niki Kottmann
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • January 16, 2019
New Artisan Cheese Co. shop opens doors for customers and apprentices

A new Rosemary District location means expanded opportunities for Artisan Cheese Co.

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    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • December 19, 2018
Local restaurants spread Christmas cheer for festive foodies this holiday

Don't want to cook for Christmas? These Sarasota and Longboat Key restaurants have made a tradition out of holiday dining.

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Craft Growlers To Go and Tasting Room is open 3-10 p.m. Monday, noon to 10 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday, noon to 11:30 p.m. Friday, 11:30 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. Saturday and noon to 7 p.m. Sunday. Photo by Niki Kottmann
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • December 5, 2018
Lakewood Ranch boasts diverse nightlife options — for those with early bedtimes

Lakewood Ranch has more nightlife options than it might seem. But how will that change as the area develops?

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Open Mic Night is every Tuesday at 10 p.m. Photo by Kayleigh Omang
    By
  • Marty Fugate
  • November 28, 2018
The Mable features many remnants of the old Growler's Pub — with a twist

Goodbye Growler’s Pub, the beloved North Trail establishment Hello Mable. Tyler Yurckonis and Mark Caragiulo reinvent Sarasota’s most artful watering hole.

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  • Columnist .
  • November 14, 2018
Drink This: Frozen Blackberry Passionfruit Sangria

It's always the perfect time of year for a tropical drink in Florida.

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