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Visiting the Sarasota area is more than beach days on pristine shorelines — there’s events offering an immersive way to connect with locals and to feel the creative energy of this welcoming destination. From waterfront gatherings and open-air markets to seasonal parades, these experiences offer a chance to explore the...
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Sarasota County chefs are culinary artists who bring flair and flavor to every dish they create. Here, learn about the chefs of participating Savor Sarasota restaurants, including their experience and what inspires them, and the menus they've created for this year's prix fixe lunches and dinners.
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Eligibility This contest is open to individuals aged 18 and over. To participate, users must sign up for the Savor Sarasota Pass via SavorSarasota.com and check in at participating restaurants during Savor Sarasota Restaurant Week, taking place June 1–14, 2026. How to Enter Sign up for the free Savor Sarasota...
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Looking for a weekend getaway? Slow it down by staying off-the-beaten trail in the island paradise of Casey Key Casey Key is a predominantly quaint and quiet residential island with sprawling properties and waterfront mansions that will make your jaw drop – all along scenic Casey Key Road. In contrast...
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More Than 55 Restaurants Across Sarasota County Are Pulling Out All the Stops for Two Weeks of Prix-Fixe Dining You Won’t Want to Miss! SARASOTA, FL, MAY 12, 2026 — Visit Sarasota County (VSC) is thrilled to announce that Savor Sarasota, the region’s signature prix-fixe dining promotion, is back for...
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Pair the freshest flavors of Florida’s Cultural Coast® with captivating summer stage productions, world-class circus acts and free open-air concerts for the ultimate dinner-and-a-show experience. Dinner might be over, but that doesn't mean the night has to be. When summer temperatures rise, so do the curtains, ushering in a seasonal...
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Looking for the best restaurants with live music in Sarasota? This guide covers jazz lounges, waterfront tiki bars, acoustic beach venues, piano bars and local restaurants. In Sarasota, dinner doesn’t always end with dessert. Many restaurants turn up the volume with live bands, acoustic sets, jazz nights and waterfront performances...
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Enjoy this complete guide to exquisite restaurants where you’ll find the best value during Sarasota County’s annual Savor Sarasota Restaurant Week. We are gearing up for our favorite time of year: Savor Sarasota! And this year is especially significant, as we celebrate the 21st anniversary of this chef-led culinary adventure...
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67 Restaurants Across Sarasota County Are Pulling Out All the Stops for Two Weeks of Prix-Fixe Dining You Won’t Want to Miss! SARASOTA, FL, MAY 26, 2026 -- In just five days, Sarasota and its visitors are in for a delicious treat as Savor Sarasota kicks off this coming Monday...
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John LaCivita, Chair President/CEO Willis Smith Construction Tim Self, Vice-Chair Managing Partner/Wealth Advisor Siesta Wealth Wes Santos, Secretary/Treasurer General Manager Art Ovation Hotel Richard Russell, Immediate Past Chair General Director Sarasota Opera Hon. Tom Knight County Commissioner Sarasota County Commission Susie Bowie President/CEO The William G. and Marie Selby Foundation…