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

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

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

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

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

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A new Gulf Gate coffee shop combines java and jewelry.

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Shenker is partnering with Jesse Biter to open Sol's NYC Deli.

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World Bites Kafe invites customers to travel the world — one bite at a time.

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