A little taste of the Windy City on the Suncoast. Every city that has transplants, has restaurants opened specifically to fill a gastronomic wish. That wish, food from home of course. Sarasota is no different. If fact, were lucky to have a better selection than most … [Read more...]
Sarasota Food Find | Clasico Cafe and Bar
East meets west in the most delicious way possible. Its a long distance romance to be sure. Ingredients that you normally would not think of together. But, when combined in just the right way Yes, magic. That leads us to todays Sarasota Food Find. Obviously, this dish … [Read more...]
Sarasota Food Find- Mozzarella Fella
Sarasota Food Find- Mozzarella Fella The Special What: The SpecialWhere: Mozzarella Fella (1668 Main St., Downtown. 941-366-7600)Cost: Varies There is something about the word itself, Special. It just sounds out of the ordinary. It rolls off the tongue in just that, … [Read more...]
How To Build The Perfect Sandwich
The pursuit of perfection is a noble cause. Even when its just a sandwich. A quick history lesson. Does the name John Montagu ring a bell? No. Well, how about his more popular moniker, the 4th Earl of Sandwich? Yes. Now youve got it. Since the 18th century when The Earl … [Read more...]
The Missing SKOBwich? | Sarasota Restaurants Journal
Sometimes great items never make the REAL menu. Have you ever walked into a place, sat down at the bar (or table) and looked over at another persons plate to see what theyre having? Of course you have. We are all naturally curious, especially when it comes to our … [Read more...]
South Philly Comes To The South Trail | Sarasota Restaurants Journal
A dose of brotherly love comes to SRQ. There are a bunch of great sandwich shops here in Sarasota. Each one touts their own specialty. Some feature regional favorites, some offer a more generic cross section of sandwiches. A lot of places offer a Philly cheesesteak. Only … [Read more...]
It’s Famous For A Reason
This is not going to be a deep philosophical Sarasota food post. I know youre used to that here. Hope you're not disappointed. This one is quite simple. Actually, it can be condensed into two words. Famous Italian If you havent been to the Main Bar Sandwich Shop in awhile, … [Read more...]
Tony’s Chicago Beef: A REAL Chicago Beef Hits Sarasota
Tony's Chicago Beef: A REAL Chicago Beef Hits Sarasota Everybody loves a taste of home Living in Sarasota is great. For a city our size, we have a fantastic array of food choices before us each and every day. People should be jealous. Obviously, being right on the … [Read more...]
The Corkscrew Deli: NY Style Corned Beef
Sarasota is not a hotbed of "real" deli food. I think we all know that. But, being from Chicago, I love a good corned beef sandwich. I was out in search of one today. Now, this is a very subjective area we're getting into here. Lots of discussion, lots of disagreement. Let's just … [Read more...]
dineSarasota Menu Monday: Piccolo Italian Market and Deli
An out of the way Sarasota treat. Piccolo Italian Market and Deli has amazing (and GIANT) Italian specialty sandwiches. The restaurant is located in the Gulf Gate area. Piccolo's has about 6 tables to eat in or do what a lot of people do and carry out their great Italian … [Read more...]