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Stock up on healthy, seasonal produce, and shop like a local! What better place to explore the local food scene than one of our many farmers markets and farm stands? Growers know that folks are craving their fresh crops, so they’re swiftly harvesting seasonal veggies and fruits that will make...
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Enjoy a unique Sarasota holiday experience with a local twist on the time-honored classic: Christmas lights. There is just something spellbindingly beautiful about holiday lights. The joy they bring as they light up the night, the creativity of each design, the kind message they send to those whose eyes fall...
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Hands-on or off, anyone can sail in SarasotaSarasota is a sailor's delight. Dolphins leap along side starboard and port, and manatees lumber in our tepid waters; exotic birds nest on mangrove islands and scamper along sandy beaches. Our picturesque gulf, bays and inlets are perfect for dropping anchor, and reveal...
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While visiting Sarasota County farmers markets this month, pick up some delicious, in-season beets to make this healthy salad at home OR check out one of many local restaurants with beets on the menu. As kids, we may not have been fond of beets when they showed up on our...
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If you’re looking for something to do this March through May, you’ll find plenty of options on the calendar in Venice, North Port, and Englewood. From food-centric festivals to artistic happenings, there are all kinds of events to check out this spring in southern Sarasota County. Venice Book Fair and...
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It's been less than a year, but a new Sarasota hotel is garnering high praise from visitors according to the popular hotel-booking service TripAdvisor. According to a recent article, TripAdvisor put the Carlisle Inn on its "7 of the top hotels in Florida" list. TripAdvisor says its list was assembled...
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No matter when you’re looking for a visit, Sarasota has something special waiting for you. “When’s the best time to visit?” It’s a common question by guests coming to see me and Sarasota. And it’s a question that’s both easy and hard to answer because, the truth is, anytime is...
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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...
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Authentic adventure, valuable education and environmental stewardship are the pillars of ((ecko)) travel, a new nonprofit ecotourism project by the Science and Environment Council of Southwest Florida. Any trip can make for a handful of stories and photographs. But what distinguishes an extraordinary adventure from a merely pleasant outing? What...
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Want to feel good while exploring Sarasota County? Volunteer opportunities help both you and the community! Who says that doing a good deed should ever have to come at the cost of a good time? In Sarasota, there are plenty of opportunities to have fun while making a positive impact...