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When Norma and Bill Abel opened Abel’s Ice Cream 10 years ago, they never dreamed that their little shop would become a Siesta Key and Sarasota institution. “When after four-and-a-half years, we decided to sell and we met Jerry and Jill Williams,” recalled Norma Abel. “We knew they were the perfect people to take it […]
Chianti Ristorante Italiano, whose name pays homage to the wine made in the Italian region of Tuscany, is an ode to the wonders of Tuscan Mediterranean cuisine. This year, the Clark Road bistro is celebrating its 10th anniversary. To toast the milestone, Chianti owner Olga Larina and executive chef Stefano Castaldo, a graduate of the […]
When Dave Havill first visited Siesta Key as a tourist in the summer of 1997, little did he know he’d be taking a big bite out of the place. “I just by chance walked into Anna’s in the Village,” he recalled, “and I saw the hours and thought, ‘Only 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.?’ Then, […]
It was in the spring of 1973 when Ozark Airlines first brought me to Siesta Key. As my family checked into the Palm Bay Club, the usual “Can you suggest some things to do?” question was directed at the clerk at the front desk. As a revved-up 8-year-old making his first visit to Florida and […]
Notes from the Island Fishmonger Fresh in February By far, the month of February is the best month of the year for both fresh local seafood and U.S. imports. If you ever Google the most popular fish to eat in the United States, Shrimp and Salmon are always on top of the list and it’s […]
For Siesta Key fans of Il Panificio’s old-world style pizza, the good news is that the newest Il Panficio pizzeria has opened its doors in Siesta Key Village at 215 Avenida Madera. With indoor or outdoor seating, Il Panificio offers pizza by the slice or by the pie. There’s also a great selection of such […]
Wahoo it is in 2021! It has been a year for the history books that’s for sure. Closedowns, masks, economy struggles and a split political country. Our hearts go out to those who have lost someone due to this pandemic. I say out with 2020 and into a new year we go! WAHOOOO! Wahoo is […]
Meet Gina: Siesta Key Oyster Bar (SKOB) 5238 Ocean Blvd, Siesta Key 941-346-5433 Celebrate the new year with a cocktail at the Siesta Key Oyster Bar located in the Village were our January Bartender of the Month, Gina, can craft for you one of her signature cocktails. Let’s get to know Gina a little better: […]
Chef Mike, a caterer and private chef service located in Gulf Gate has announced a personal meal delivery service to provide customers in the Sarasota-Manatee area with safe, great food, at affordable prices, and all with impeccable customer service. “Going to the grocery store during these times can pose a huge risk for infection, and […]
Shrimpin’ ain’t easy With the holidays quickly approaching, family meals are being planned in the spirit of the season. We’ll have our hams, turkeys and duck entrees but almost all of us will be serving a shrimp cocktail appetizer. Other great holiday seafood suggestions include smoked fish spread, stone crabs, crab cakes, smoked salmon, caviar, […]