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Where to find the best cup of coffee (and doughnut to match) in Sarasota Like Sonny and Cher, Romeo and Juliet, Forest and Jenny, doughnuts and coffee are a natural pairing, destined to be together. Finding the best in each area is a traveler’s mission and, once you have a...

A Trio of Tropical Fruits

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Summer is a great time to enjoy floral-scented, lovely-tasting exotic fruits. When you hear the words ‘tropical fruits’ what do you immediately think of? I usually conjure up images of mangoes, papayas, pineapples, and coconuts. And for some strange reason, I also think of LifeSavers®. . .If you’re a fan...

Local Food is a Tasty Topic in the Sarasota Area

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Find out what one organization is doing to draw attention to our growing local food community. For some time we’ve been hearing about the importance of “eating local,” but what does that really mean? We go to grocery stores to stock up on items, many of which are found on...

Making Waves in Sarasota County: North Port's Shark Brothers

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Meet the Shark Brothers of North Port: Sean and Brooks Paxton At a young age, brothers Sean and Brooks Paxton became enamored, actually obsessed, with sharks after watching the 1975 blockbuster movie JAWS. The film depicts a coastal New England town terrorized by a great white shark that is hunted...

The Florida House is all about Sustainability

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Learn what’s happening at this gem in our community Our community boasts many amazing businesses, non-profits and organizations. But there’s one that’s a bit unique, off the beaten path, chock-full of learning opportunities, and always a fun place to visit. So, what is it?!? It’s The Florida House Institute (FHI)...

Take a Walk on the Beach and Catch a Fish!

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Surf fishing is a fun way to catch fish, and Sarasota County’s miles of pristine shoreline offer plenty of opportunities to do just that. Henry David Thoreau once wrote: “Many go fishing all their lives without knowing that it is not the fish they are after.” A fitting sentiment as...

Can You Find? A Sarasota Scavenger Hunt

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Keep the little ones – or the big ones – engaged and entertained with a Sarasota Scavenger Hunt. How many can they find? #MySarasota. At the Beach (Remember: If the creature is alive, please observe and enjoy, but handle carefully and return to its home safely) Colorful lifeguard stands A...

Must-See Neighborhood: Burns Court

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Sarasota’s Historic Burns Court Square neighborhood is small and old, with a bit of spunk - it’s the Sophia Petrillo of neighborhoods. Amid the new construction and tropical vibes of Sarasota lies a neighborhood unlike any others found here. Instead of Island-inspired pastels or stark modernity, brick and patina exude...

North Port: Just Have Fun!

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North Port offers lots of spots where kids—and adults—can get out and playFor five years running, North Port, in Sarasota County, has been named a Playful City USA community by the nonprofit KaBOOM!, which works to ensure that children have plenty of places and ways to play. To earn that...

Savor the holidays with a Florida Butternut Squash and Sage Lasagna

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The holidays approach, start planning recipes for special events, such as the Florida Butternut Squash and Sage Lasagna As the holidays near, Florida farmers are hauling in the fall and winter crops. The generous selection of squash - from butternut to acorn - begins to fill our markets, inspiring seasonal...