2019

If you want to enjoy the weather, meet friendly locals and explore unique stores, plan a day out in Venice and Englewood.

Here, shopping and dining areas are easily walkable and definitely charming. Ladies, you can lure the men to accompany you with the promise of shops just for them and restaurants that serve Florida craft beers and delicious food.

Want to learn how to weave with recycled materials? How about trying your hand at a fun painting technique called ‘acrylic pour’? Or learn how to use chalk paint? Or take classes to play the ukulele?

Maybe you’re looking for hand-crafted soap, felt flowers, essential oils, vintage clothes, a beautifully rendered fish mount, local honey, intuitive readings, or hand-made jewelry?

Several local joints are serving up a unique spin on the sweet treat, while others have taken the classic to a whole new level.

One of life’s greatest indulgences is dessert for breakfast, and few menu items are more fulfilling – or more simple – than the donut. From cake donuts to yeast donuts, bear claws to long Johns, we’ve sampled donuts from all over town and compiled a list of our very favorites.

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 20th anniversary of this chef-led culinary adventure around our award-winning eateries. With a variety of cuisines—from Peruvian and French to New American and Mediterranean—you'll be able to taste your way around town in no time. 

Enjoy this complete guide to the restaurants with various ethnic options during Sarasota County’s annual restaurant week of spectacular deals on exquisite dining June 1-14.

We are gearing up for a favorite time of year for foodies: Savor Sarasota! With nearly 90 participating restaurants offering special multi-course lunch and dinner menus for just $16 and $32 per person, you might need some help deciding where to go!

Trying to get funky? From jazz to folk, trop-rock to classical and much more, the Sarasota County area has a spot to experience every genre during the warmer months.

There’s a reason so many songs are about summertime – “Hot Fun in the Summertime,” “Summer Breeze,” “Summer Nights,” “Summer in the City.” The freedom of the season plus the long summer hours equals the universe serenading a message – go out and listen to some music!  

Follow these tips to find the best places in Venice for a photo. Share your #MySarasota masterpiece on social media or a picture frame to make audiences green with vacation envy.

Historic downtown Venice is a Sarasota County treasure with charming streets, stores and beautiful beaches nearby. Its ‘Old Florida’ charm is preserved in original architecture and public spaces. These make for amazing photographs to fill your social media feed during and after your stay.

Headline: Sarasota County Holiday Events Guide, 2019

By: Jessi Smith

Subtitle: Sleigh bells ring, are you listening? In the bay, dolphins glistening. It's a beautiful sight, wearing shorts in sunlight, walking in a Florida wonderland...

Lead Photo:

Caption: Several local spots will be illuminated with holiday cheer like St. Armands Circle.

Headline: Sarasota County Holiday Events Guide, 2019

By: Jessi Smith

Subtitle: Sleigh bells ring, are you listening? In the bay, dolphins glistening. It's a beautiful sight, wearing shorts in sunlight, walking in a Florida wonderland...

Lead Photo:

Caption: Several local spots will be illuminated with holiday cheer like St. Armands Circle.