Can a change of locale for a restaurant truly make a difference? Recently Patrick's Restaurant moved a few blocks from its Five Points location to 1481 Main Street. Although the physical distance was small, the changes are big!
As gas prices continue to climb, Sarasota Patch helps you find the cheapest, and let you know about the most expensive, gas in town.
A new Suncoast company is giving triathletes an affordable way to compete and giving even more athletes a chance to participate.
One of the top rated chefs in Florida, Chef Jeremy Hammond-Chambers is down to earth, with a palate and talent that rein superior in Southwest Florida.
The Walmart would be located at the site formally occupied by Winn-Dixie, which closed late last year.
When I suggested Mexican to some friends who lived in Colorado there was a definite hesitation before agreement. After all Colorado has some of the finest Mexican restaurants. Since then my friends have returned a number of times to El Toro Bravo. Why?
Follow me to a true Tatse of Asia through the gentle style fo Chef Lam.
I am always looking forward to a summer celebration and when I heard Brasserie Belge was bringing the true Belgian Independence celebration to Sarasota Main Street- I signed up with a group of friends, to eat, drink and dance the night away.
“The jobs that 5D Composite will create in Sarasota County will be higher wage, technology-oriented jobs in manufacturing and engineering, as well as sales and support positions,” said 5D Composite CEO Mark Huey.
Often overlooked by Sarasota locals, Marina Jack offers a wide range of dining options with water views that are tough to beat.
Even though we are in the midst of the "quiet season," there is still a great deal of activity in the restaurant space. Menus expand, places close and plans for openings are underway.
Want to try something different for lunch? Perhaps something just a little bit off of Main Street for a change? Sarasota's Sake House is offering lunch time specials worth checking out.
Chef Charlie Flint is an award winning chef with a passion for mechanics and fresh, organic eating.
Having recently undergone renovations, Big E's is hosting "Big Eclectic", an event intended to showcase local talent and show off the coffee shop's updated look.
As the Sarasota real estate microclimate continues to stabilize, local real estate purchases for year round residents begin to take hold.
Sarasota has a full line-up of Italian restaurants. Opened for about two years, Oh Mamma Mia serves mid-range Italian cuisine in a friendly fun setting.
Each week, Sarasota Patch will profile a local chef in SRQ. This week, our chef of the week is Daniel Dokko of J-pan.
Threatened high numbers of distressed sales across the nation don't impact Sarasota.
Did you ever go to a local restaurant and feel like you were actually on vacation? On our visit to The Cottage we experienced that exact feeling!
When we think about Father's Day in our house a few things come to mind: Sports, in particular golf. This year the US Open final is on Father's Day. We also think of food, in particular beef.
Some buyers today are choosing to build instead of buying a resale. Here are some lots to choose from and some general pointers if you are thinking of building.
The weekly paper based out of Siesta Key was sold for an undisclosed sum.
With the plethora of good Italian restaurants in Sarasota, it becomes difficult to find something different. Italian cuisine from Sardinia is familiar yet different. Cafe Americano is serving some interesting and flavorful Sardinian specialties.
The Sarasota County Planning Commission voted unanimously Thursday to not approve Benderson Development Company's request to eliminate community housing requirement from its University Town Center plans.
Does the suggestion of an Argentine steakhouse sound intriguing? After all Argentina is known for its beef and red wines; so why not? Milonga, a new Argentine Steakhouse, has opened on University Avenue and we decided to check it out.
Learn how these families save hundreds of dollars every week.
Ray’s at The Serving Spoon will be temporarily closing as well.
Steak, lobster and more. A round-up of deals at your local grocery store for your barbecue needs.
Michelle Belaire, a Walmart spokesperson, confirmed the plans. “It will be a full-service grocery, and likely will include a pharmacy,” she said.
Despite what many people think, distressed sales are not the norm in the 'family home' market.
Opened not quite a year, the Retropolitan Grille has distinguished itself with an innovative and slightly different type of dining experience.
Looking for a new place to dine? Interested in a mid-1920's setting? How about refined Italian cuisine? Maybe you should try Aria European on Palm Avanue.