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JDub's Brewing Co. to donate portion of beer sales to victims of Orlando shooting

$1 from each beer sale this week will benefit the victims of the mass shooting.

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If You Blend It: Michael's On East turns up the heat in blended-burger competition

Executive Chef Jamil Pineda created the Mighty Mushroom burger for the James Beard Foundation competition.

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Drink This: Spiced Mango Falernum

This cocktail shows off the versatility of tequila.

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  • June 8, 2016
Summer Chef Jam kicks off with Mattison's City Grille

The annual food and beer event featured three small plates from Chef Paul Mattison.

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  • June 5, 2016
Have Cake, Will Travel

With its new, shippable cake jars, Heavenly Cupcakes is going mobile.

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  • May 31, 2016
Darwin's Theory of Evolution

A year after closing his downtown restaurant and resigning from his namesake brewery, Darwin Santa Maria is back with a new eatery — and outlook.

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  • May 24, 2016
Savor Sarasota previews summer meals

The 11th annual event kicks off June 1.

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  • April 26, 2016
Drink This: Nutella Cream Pie

Enjoy the delectable flavors of a slice of pie — served up in a glass.

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Chef Jeanette Scott will prepare clam chowder and hush puppies for My Hometown Fest.
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  • April 6, 2016
Eat This: My Hometown Fest

Inaugural My Hometown Fest serves up craft beer, food and nostalgia.

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Turner Moore started the Whiskey Obsession Festival four years ago.
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  • March 22, 2016
Obsessed: Sarasota's Whiskey Obsession Festival

Turner Moore has turned his infatuation with whiskey into one of the biggest whiskey festivals in the country.

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  • March 16, 2016
Drink This: Golden Sunset

Enjoy the tropical beauty of a Siesta Key sunset in a simple, refreshing cocktail.

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Robert Gaglio guides a tour, as guests eat at their first stop, Shore.
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  • March 16, 2016
A Bite of History: Key Culinary Tours

Key Culinary Tours unlocks the rich history — and cuisine — of Sarasota.

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  • February 17, 2016
Meet the Chefs

Get to know the culinary creatives behind St. Jude inaugural Foodlosophy event.

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  • February 11, 2016
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, Feb. 18

A look at our favorite events happening this week

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  • February 3, 2016
Espresso yourself: The Clever Cup opens in Gulf Gate

A new Gulf Gate coffee shop combines java and jewelry.

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