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Ian Swaby
November 28, 2023

Pacific Counter aims to simplify the sushi process

The restaurant, which places a fast-casual spin on sushi, recently opened in The Landings.

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Observer Staff
November 24, 2023

Grants awarded to minority-owned businesses in Sarasota-Manatee

The Opportunities For All initiative named 20 local companies recipients of its 2023 Business Assistance Funds Program.

Sarasota
News

Andrew Warfield
November 21, 2023

Bay Park Conservancy's chief operating officer to step down

Bill Waddill plans a return to development consulting after six years of leading the planning and construction of The Bay.

Sarasota
Business

Mark Gordon
November 18, 2023

Sarasota deli that shuttered two days after its debut reopens

The Original Wolfie’s & Rascal in the Rosemary District, a New York-style and Jewish deli that opened to big fanfare Nov. 2 only to temporarily close two days later, has reopened.

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Observer Staff
November 17, 2023

Sarasota Performing Arts Foundation names new CEO

Tania Castroverde Moskalenko brings more than 20 years of experience in leading capital campaigns and programming.

Sarasota
Business

Andrew Warfield
November 10, 2023

Sarasota's affordable housing crisis dissected at business summit

Most respondents to a Sarasota Chamber of Commerce survey said their ability to do business has been negatively impacted due to a lack of housing for workers.

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News

Observer Staff
November 8, 2023

Brooklyn Bagel & Deli shops in Sarasota reopen as Buddy's Bagels

The two Sarasota locations will continue to deliver New York-style bagels that are boiled and then baked.

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Ian Swaby
November 8, 2023

Three-time Tour de France winner Greg LeMond partners with Sarasota bike shop

Wheel Street USA, which offers custom designs and complimentary coffee, recently opened in Sarasota.

Sarasota
Business

Mark Gordon
November 4, 2023

Sarasota deli closes temporarily two days after opening, citing staffing issues

The Original Wolfie's and Wolfie Cohen's Rascal House, a New York-style and Jewish deli from executive chef Sol Shenker, opened Nov. 2 in the Rosemary District.

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Monica Roman Gagnier
November 3, 2023

Restaurant company continues to make its mark on Siesta Key

Some of Siesta Key’s most popular restaurants are owned by Chris Brown and Mike Granthon, founders of Sarasota’s Above the Bar Hospitality Group.

Sarasota
Business

Monica Roman Gagnier
November 1, 2023

The Original Wolfie's deli opens Nov. 2 in the Rosemary District

The grand opening festivities will feature live entertainment from New York's Dani Luv.

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Andrew Warfield
November 1, 2023

Sarasota Chamber packs the house for 103rd annual meeting

About 600 attended the event as the gavel was passed to Teri Hansen of the Barancik Foundation.

Sarasota
Business

Andrew Warfield
October 30, 2023

Founding CEO returns to helm of Bay Park Conservancy

AG Lafley replaces Stephanie Crockatt, who stepped down after five months on the job.

Sarasota
Business

Mark Gordon
October 30, 2023

Sarasota has a YMCA again, behind nonprofit merger announcement

A no-quit group of volunteers and deep-pocketed donors, paired with some like-minded nonprofit executives, rejoice over the news Sarasota is no longer a city without a Y.

Sarasota
News

Lesley Dwyer
October 26, 2023

Trader Joe's opens at University Town Center

The popular grocery store chain held a grand opening Oct. 26 in The Shoppes at University Town Center.

East County
Business

Mark Gordon
October 24, 2023

Outdoor retailer REI sets mid-November opening at UTC

The Seattle-based outdoor gear and clothing brand's other store on the west coast of Florida is in Tampa.

East County
Business

Jim Stinson
October 20, 2023

Sarasota-area food bank chooses prominent community leader as new CEO

All Faiths Food Bank CEO's appointment comes after a national search.

Sarasota
Business

Mark Gordon
October 20, 2023

Trader Joe's opens Oct. 26 in The Shoppes at UTC

California-based grocer Trader Joe’s is known for its signature food items and loyal following.

East County
Business

Observer Staff
October 18, 2023

Goodwill Manasota revives its Community Ambassador of the Year Awards

The awards recognizing community service were last given in 2019.

Sarasota
Business

James Peter
October 13, 2023

Rebranded cafe opens downtown, rolling out 50 new ice cream recipes

Rise Up Cafe challenges New Yorkers to put the Sarasota eatery’s bagels to the taste test.

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Observer Staff
October 9, 2023

Payne Park nonprofit hires veteran fundraiser

Michael Ayres will lead the effort to raise capital and develop partnerships for the renovation and expansion of Payne Park Auditorium.

Sarasota
Business

Monica Roman Gagnier
September 26, 2023

New York-style deli finds new home in Sarasota's Rosemary District

Sol Shenker is executive chef at The Original Wolfie's, which opens in October in the Rosemary District.

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Ian Swaby
September 14, 2023

Ready for a real-life 'magic carpet' ride? Hop on an eFoil.

Learning to fly on a surfboard isn't easy, but the "unreal feeling" is worth it, Sarasota eFoil owners say.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Amanda Postma
September 2, 2023

Local businesses encouraged to take damage survey

The survey asks for both physical and economic damages caused by Hurricane Idalia.

Sarasota
Business

Petra Rivera
August 31, 2023

Businesses on St. Armands Circle clean up after Hurricane Idalia flooding

Shops on the Circle received little water damage from the storm and plan to reopen Aug. 31 to Sept. 1.

Longboat Key
Business

Petra Rivera
August 30, 2023

Cafe L'Europe builds on tradition for 50th anniversary

The St. Armands Circle restaurant has served the area for 50 years and trained many local restaurateurs.

Longboat Key
Business

Observer Staff
August 25, 2023

Selby Gardens names new director of archaeology

Uzi Baram has taught anthropology at New College for 25 years.

Sarasota
Business

Monica Roman Gagnier
August 24, 2023

New Sarasota County leaders meet the community

A panel discussion and members mixer was held at CMX CinéBistro Siesta Key.

Sarasota
Business

Observer Staff
August 22, 2023

The Lighthouse names Alexandra Elman Foley as CEO

Previous CEO Lisa Howard will lead the vision-loss education nonprofit's first capital campaign in its history.

Sarasota
Business

Monica Roman Gagnier
August 18, 2023

Art Uptown Gallery to close after 43 years in Sarasota

Rising rents are forcing galleries out of downtown, but other artist spaces beckon.

Arts + Culture

Jay Heater
August 16, 2023

Health-conscious cafe Pura Vida coming to UTC in Sarasota

The Miami-based cafe is expected to open in the UTC West District in the first quarter of 2024.

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Observer Staff
August 10, 2023

Suncoast Black Arts Collaborative adds two new team members

Sharon Preston-Folta and Jaiden Johnson are joining the nonprofit.

Arts + Culture

Andrew Warfield
August 6, 2023

Selby Gardens promotes new COO from within

Crystal Bailey joined the organization in January as chief administrative officer and general counsel.

Sarasota
Business

Observer Staff
August 3, 2023

Sarasota's Sage Restaurant honored by Wine Spectator magazine

The restaurant won the 2023 Award of Excellence for its wine selection and service.

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Ian Swaby
August 2, 2023

Key Sailing wants to change the world one voyage at a time

The Sarasota sailing charter supports local charities while its owners offer a message of hope.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Observer Staff
July 26, 2023

Haitian botanist named Selby Gardens research associate

The three-year appointment will mutually benefit Selby Gardens' research and Caribbean flora.

Sarasota
Business

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