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Sarasota After Dark
By Elana Galerman
When many of us think of Florida, we often imagine daytime activities-we conjure up visions of ourselves on the beach, out on a boat, or perhaps indoors, perusing a museum or someplace that closes its doors at 5. But what happens after the sun goes down? From Sarasota's museum nights and live music...
What's on the Menu in Sarasota: Wine
By Elana Galerman
The French chemist Louis Pasteur once said, "A bottle of wine contains more philosophy than all the books in the world." If you're looking to get enlightened, you're in luck. Sarasota is home to restaurants boasting impressive wine lists, wine bars and even wine festivals. Michael's On East (1212...
What's on the Menu in Sarasota: Coffee
By Elana Galerman
There's a certain je ne sais quoi about a quaint little coffee shop--a homey place to sip a cappuccino, read a book, work your laptop or catch up with friends. If you have an insatiable craving for good coffee and a comfy sofa that even a 24-hour Starbucks can't quite fulfill, Sarasota has a range...
What's on the Menu in Sarasota: Craft Beer
By Elana Galerman
Craft beer, also often called artisan beer, is beer that hasn't been mass produced. Mass produced beers generally share similar preparations and taste, while craft beer is of a higher quality--no preservatives, more flavorful, original. Mad Crow Brewery (1525 4th St., 941-954-2337,...
A Taste of Europe in Sarasota
By Elana Galerman
To many Americans, Europe seems to be the ultimate getaway--a beautiful, culinary oasis. It's just our luck then, that some of Europe's visionary chefs saw those endearing qualities here in Sarasota and moved across an ocean to set up shop in our little corner of the world. Situated on Lemon,...
Tiki Time
By Elana Galerman
Tiki bars, often in their own kitschy ways, are reminiscent of exotic paradises. It should come as no surprise then, that Sarasota, an exotic paradise in itself, is scattered with them.
Perfect Summer Weekend
By Elana Galerman
There's so much to do in Sarasota and her Islands that it can be difficult to narrow it down, much less cram it all into a weekend. You can't, of course, but if you're only here for a few days, here's a helpful little itinerary designed to give you a taste of the beaches, cuisine and culture of...
