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The 66-acre-grounds of The Ringling is itself an exhibit. The grounds feature the largest collection of Banyan trees in Florida, as well as a variety of other exotic trees. Sprawled throughout the grounds are a number of gardens as well, including the Mable Ringling's Rose Garden.
Designers, architects and simple admirers have long-tried to create structures and buildings that compliment Sarasota County's natural wonder.
Easy ways to spend a day with your family on Siesta Key — one of Sarasota County's many beach vacation destinations.
Have fun with food at these local classes and demonstrations.
A great way to get to know a place is through its food. And Sarasota has all kinds of delicious delicacies to explore, from fresh seafood straight out of the Gulf of Mexico to Amish-made peanut butter pies.
To take your tasting experience to the next level, sign up for one of the cooking classes or demonstrations offered at many restaurants and other spots in the area. You’ll not only get to sample local eats but also learn some tips and techniques to take the flavors home with you.
Try these fresh and local date-night dinners in the city of Sarasota
For my date nights, I'm always looking for an intimate place that not only has amazing food, but food that I can't cook at home. And when visiting somewhere, it's always nice to support local business and try local fare; the spirit of the region shines through the food and the people who prepare it with knowledge and love. Sarasota boasts many amazing restaurants that fulfil this criteria.
In Sarasota Florida, with our seasonably mild weather, many choose to eat light meals year around. This Florida Shrimp & Avocado salad is one of those stand bys that is always light and fresh, especially when incorporating local seafood and produce.
Keeping it simple is one of the best ways to make your Florida seafood recipe the “star” attraction, especially with the sweet and flavorful taste of shrimp.
Summertime in Florida offers an abundance of fruits and vegetables. Visiting farmer’s markets this time of year is a culinary treat with all the colors, shapes and smells of beautiful, fresh produce. When something is in-season it’s at its peak in terms of freshness and flavor, so those are the first things I reach for when planning my meals. Here a few that are in season through most of the summer, so keep an eye out for them!
After surviving a rowdy freshman year in college, I knew it was time I come home, dip my toes in the sandy shores of the Gulf Beaches and take a diminutive break from this thing we call reality. I did the side duties of calling my former employers, got an internship in benefit to my future, and took care of all the small tasks I left behind prior to fleeing town. Yes, it was a great year, but I definitely had a feeling of emptiness once I hit the one month mark at school--it was nothing close to the good vibes, virtuous people, and peachy fun of Sarasota County and its beaches.
In Englewood, Florida, you can bank on finding beaches, boats, and plenty of seafood restaurants. But this coastal community is also home to something much less expected: a modern little winery.
For 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.