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Tasting Notes | Xmas, Free Shuttle & Food Trucks | Sarasota Restaurants Journal

CHRISTMAS IN SARASOTA... The majority of us will be spending the holiday gathered around our dining room tables with friends and family. That's a tradition. But, some of you want to get out of the house and let someone else do all of the cooking and cleanup. I get that. So, in … [Read more...]

Eat Here Sponsoring Staff Meal | Sarasota Restaurants Journal

Who says there's no such thing as a free lunch? Question. Do you work in the hospitality service industry on Siesta Key? Question. Wouldn't you just love some free food (and drinks)? If you answered yes to both of those questions then you'll want to read … [Read more...]

Dessert For A Great Cause | Sarasota Restaurants Journal

Hungry for dessert? Who doesn't LOVE a delicious dessert? Good question. Wouldn't it just be ideal if you could have that dessert and make a needed donation too? That was a trick question, you know you can get that done. And, SKOB makes it easy! Chef Douglas Jennings … [Read more...]

Walt’s To Host Reef Fund Benefit | Sarasota Restaurants Journal

Looks like this should be a fun day! Looking for something a little different to do this Sunday? Sure you are. I think this might be just what you're looking for. Walt's Fish Market is hosting an all day Reef Fund Benefit in the name Walt's founder Claus Wallin's … [Read more...]

Could This Be The Best Fried Chicken In America? | Sarasota Restaurants Journal

Could This Be The Best Fried Chicken In America? Why is this man smiling? It's not like it's a competition or anything. Or is it? Everybody wants to be number one. On top, the best. I mean, if you're going to do anything meaningful, would you really strive for the … [Read more...]

The Little Sarasota DINING Book is Back! | Sarasota Restaurants Journal

Sometimes It's hard to stay away. Well, we meet once again. When we published our last Sarasota dining guide back in 2010 I thought, "That was a nice run. But, it's time to move on. Print is dead". Truth be told, I wasn't ready to move on (AND, I don't think print is … [Read more...]

The Shamrock Is Ready To Jam On | Sarasota Restaurants Journal

Talk about a great backyard summer party! Summer is here! The calendar might not say June 21st yet. But, summer is most definitely here. Along with the heat, humidity and frequent downpours comes a recent Sarasota summer tradition. The Shamrock's Summer Chef Jam. For … [Read more...]

Savor Sarasota Rolls On! | Sarasota Restaurants Journal

Part two should be just as delicious as the opening act. Hope you have been smart and saved some room for week two. I would completely understand if you haven't. Being disciplined in the face of extreme temptation is difficult at best and impossible at worst. Sometimes its … [Read more...]

Your Unofficial Guide to Savor Sarasota Restaurant Week | Sarasota Restaurants Journal

Ready, Set, Eat... UPDATED FOR 2019 - It's here. The two weeks that Sarasota residents and visitors alike drool over. Savor Sarasota Restaurant week is upon us once again. To be fair, "restaurant weeks" is a more accurate description. This local food lovers dream stretches … [Read more...]

Jalea to Close, Yume Sushi to Expand | Sarasota Restaurants Journal

Dining musical chairs on Main Street. The wheel turns for the restaurant community on Main Street in downtown Sarasota. In what is an ever changing dining scene, another chapter is about to be penned as Jalea will close it's doors to make room for a larger Yume … [Read more...]

These Are Some Tasty Tots | Sarasota Restaurants Journal

"Napoleon, give me some of your tots"... I'm sure the good folks at Ore-Ida aren't quite quaking in the tater tot making boots. But, maybe they should be. No, I'm not suggesting that the tots you see pictured below will be in your local supermarket frozen food section … [Read more...]

I Think I Have A New Favorite Cookbook | Sarasota Restaurants Journal

It's not surprising that the good things naturally rise to the top. I like to eat out. But, I like cooking for myself just about as much. Another thing. I've got a pretty giant cookbook collection. Maybe, not by library standards. But, certainly by any reasonable … [Read more...]

Sarasota Serves Up New Indian Restaurant Options | Sarasota Restaurants Journal

Options are good. Especially, when they make your world a little more tasty. One thing you have to say about Sarasota. If you want dining choices, you certainly won't be disappointed. There is a lot to pick from. The selection just got even bigger with the addition of two … [Read more...]

10 Killer Corned Beef And Cabbage Recipes | Sarasota Restaurants Journal

Want to enjoy a nice quite St. Patrick's Day but still want the same delicious food? OK, Let's just say that you LOVE traditional St. Patrick's Day dishes, but, don't want to hassle with the beer swigging crowds. What to do? How about making that delicious Corned Beef and … [Read more...]

Here’s Your Sarasota St. Patrick’s Day Dining Guide | Sarasota Restaurants Journal

Here's Your Sarasota St. Patrick's Day Dining Guide Once a year it's perfectly acceptable to gorge on corned beef, cabbage, and green beer! One more time! Another Sarasota St. Patrick's Day food-a-thon is about to begin. We're not going to bore you as we wax on about the … [Read more...]