Sea Star Café: The Hidden Breakfast Gem Out East

Since it opened in 2008, Sea Star Café has gained a following from east Bradenton and Lakewood Ranch residents who just can't get enough of that coconut French toast.

Classic Ink: A Tattoo Studio With Heart

In business since 2009, the tattoo studio owners are at home in the community.

DeSoto SeaFood Fest In Downtown Bradenton This Weekend

A weekend of live music and plenty of food and beer.

Meet Dr. Doyens and His Manatee Vet Clinic

Manatee Vet clinic made it into the final four of the Patch Reader's Picks. Here's a little more about the clinic and the family who owns it.

Blue Marschmello Stays Fresh in Village of the Arts

When Hector and Bonnie Ferran aren't exploring and bettering the community through the arts, they call the ever-evolving Blue Marschmello home base.

Patch Party at Bradentown Scoop a Sweet Celebration

The top 16 businesses were lauded at Wednesday's event and all had great ideas for promoting Bradenton businesses.

The Post-St. Patty's Day Weekend Has Plenty To Offer, Too!

Baseball season is around the corner: Get ready for it at Gecko's.

The Village Mystic: A Metaphysical Center in Bradenton

Located in Bradenton's Village of the Arts, The Village Mystic offers education, healing services and products for those traveling an alternative path toward spiritual enlightenment.

Patch Hosting Blogging Happy Hour

If you ever thought about blogging or have a blog and wanted to appear on Patch and aren't sure how, come out to Urban Flats on March 15 to get your questions answered.

Bradenton Seamstress Makes Slip Covers for Home and Marine Interiors

Carrie Adamcik's designs and sews custom-made slip covers from her shop in the Village of the Arts.

Plenty O' St. Paddy's Day Parties Around Town

Bradenton is full of Irish this Saturday: Bradenton downtown merchants are hosting a bash, Clancy's 11th annual celebration starts at noon and Rashers has a full menu of Irish cuisine.

Timing the Market for Purchasing Rental or Investment Property

Tips and observations for evaluating real estate investments opportunities in today's real estate market.

Cellar Bar Adds Daiquiris To Its Lineup Of Tasty Drinks

Live music in a few locations this weekend and a spring break party at Tequila Beach.

Everyone is Family at Pete's-A-Place Italian Restaurant

The family owned and operated Italian restaurant opened its doors just two months ago and already feels right at home in Bradenton.

Which is Bradenton's Best Family Park?

Public spaces to stretch your legs, toss a Frisbee and frolic with the kids are treasured in Bradenton. Where is your favorite park?

Oh Yeah, O’Bricks!

The former Mangrove Grill is reborn in downtown Bradenton as The Grill at O’Bricks.

Gallen's Mission is to Make Yoga Accessible to All

Kathleen Gallen's massage and yoga studio offers classes in yoga and T'ai chi, as well as Esalen massage and reflexology therapy.

Welcome the Latest Businesses to Join Patch

More than two dozen businesses joined Patch this month, here's an example of just a few.

Read This NOW! Tickets Won't Last Forever

Colt Ford, Billy Rice Band, a Polynesian Luau... Tickets or reservations are required and time is a factor.

Two New Clinics Offer Emergency Veterinary Care in West Bradenton

Bradenton Veterinary Emergency and Veterinary Emergency Clinic are the first two clinics in west Bradenton to provide overnight and weekend emergency services.

Uptown Styles in Downtown Bradenton

A veteran hair stylist recently opened her own salon in downtown Bradenton.

Step Back in Time at Bradentown Scoop

An old-fashioned soda fountain and a variety of sweet treats are offered at a new ice cream shop that mixes in nostalgia with every scoop it serves.

Weekend Of Live Music At Ace’s

The 5th Annual Bradenton Beer Fest is scheduled for Saturday.

Theresa's Restaurant: 'Everyone Is Family'

The downtown restaurant is a respite from the hustle and bustle of the everyday work world. It also is a favorite spot for breakfast and lunch for Bradenton regulars.

Jennifer's Cafe: Home Cooking, Affordable Price

Jennifer and Carlos Cintron run the breakfast and lunch spot, focusing on homemade items, from hand-battered chicken sandwiches to hand-cut onion rings.

Boston’s Celtic Clan Performing Live At McCabe’s Irish Pub

The Boston band is bringing its Celtic-Irish music to downtown Bradenton for two nights only.

Frosted Over Cupcakery: Sweetest New Bakery in Bradenton

Red velvet is by far the store’s best seller. Other favorites include chocolate-chocolate, carrot and cream cheese, lemon, peanut butter and Oreo.

10 Places To Watch The Super Bowl

Super Bowl XLVI: New England Patriots vs. New York Giants at 6:30 p.m. Sunday. That's the "what" and "when" - now find a "where."

Gecko's Adding More Craft Beers To Selection

JJ Smith is playing at McCabe's twice this weekend and a new sports bar/restaurant opens on Manatee Avenue.

New Partnership Created to Help Business

Avoiding the pitfalls and accelerating the profits are the goals.

Something Special Every Week At The Local Bars

Drink deals are easy to find if you know where to look. This column is a great start.

Spring Training Tickets Starting to Go on Sale

Here are some players and games to keep an eye on in the Grapefruit League, and a guide to restaurants and hotels near the ballparks.

Fresh Market Coming to Bradenton

The upscale grocery chain focuses on prepared, gourmet-style foods, a wide selection of produce, wines, cheese and other high-end items. It will be the first in Bradenton.

Benderson Betting on Economic Up-Tick

Benderson Development looks at pulling out the stops in 2014 at its various projects in Sarasota and Manatee counties.

Spring Lounge Shutting Down: 'The End Of An Era'

This old-Florida watering hole will serve its final round of drinks this weekend.

Five Bars To Visit This New Year

Alt-country guitarist/vocalist Fred Eaglesmith at Ace’s Lounge on Friday night.

Downtown Bradenton's New Year's Eve Celebration

To honor 2011 we're giving you 11 choices to ring in the New Year at one of Bradenton’s many bars.

Small Grocery Store Opens Downtown.

Former detective turned boater turned grocer opens market to meet a need.

High-End Kennel Approved Near Airport

Rip Van Winkle bowling alley near airport to become mega doggie daycare.

A Few Of Our Favorite Bars! Merry Christmas!

Here are some of Bradenton's watering holes open this weekend.