SRQ DAILY Sep 10, 2024
Tuesday Dining and Food Edition
"This year, we will have 23 restaurants offering everything from fresh donuts and bundt cakes, to classic pub fare and comfort foods, to fine, novelty dishes."
Looking for a new twist on dinner and a show? Check out the Sarasota Opera Food and Wine Festival, which combines live performances with gourmet food and fine wine. This annual event will take place this year on Saturday, September 21 from 1-4pm at the Opera House downtown. The festival is a unique fusion of Sarasota’s celebrated culinary scene as well as its rich performing arts community, making it a must-attend event for foodies and opera enthusiasts alike.
The Sarasota Opera Food and Wine Festival serves as a fundraiser for the Sarasota Youth Opera, one of the nation’s top youth music training programs. Local restaurants will be serving up delectable morsels of food along with samples of wine and other libations. Featured eateries include Jack Dusty, Michael’s on East, Pier 22/Grove, Wolfie’s Delicatessen amongst many others.
"The Food and Wine Festival is one of our most popular annual events at Sarasota Opera. It’s extra special this year because we are celebrating the 40th anniversary of our Youth Opera, which is the only opera education program in the US that stages full productions each year - come see their production of The Hobbit in November!” says Lael Mohib, director of marketing at Sarasota Opera House. “It’s a tremendous amount of fun to see the opera stage transformed into a space where our community can mingle and enjoy local flavors and libations all in one place. This year, we will have 23 restaurants offering everything from fresh donuts and bundt cakes, to classic pub fare and comfort foods, to fine, novelty dishes. And of course—a robust wine list to accommodate everyone’s tastes. Come for the food and wine, but please stay for the highlight - a performance by the kiddos who have worked so hard this year as part of our Youth Opera."
While VIP tickets for this event have sold out, general tickets are still available for $75 when purchased in advance. A limited number of tickets will also be available at the door of the Opera House on Pineapple Avenue for $85. All proceeds from the event will go to support Youth Opera & Education programming. To see the full list of participating restaurants and purchase tickets, visit www.sarasotaopera.org/foodandwinefest.
Sarasota Opera House, 611 North Pineapple Avenue, Sarasota, 941-328-1300, sarasotaopera.org/foodandwinefest. 
Pictured: Guests can enjoy a symphony of flavors at the Sarasota Opera Food and Wine Festival.
Taste of the Beaches is back! The Tampa Bay Beaches Chamber will hold their week-long taste tour from Saturday, October 5th to Sunday, October 13th. Before the tasting fun begins on October 5th, the Chamber will be having their Taste of the Beaches Kickoff on Friday, October 4th.You can join us for the inaugural Kickoff party at 6 p.m. in Horan Park. This free event is open to the public and will feature a live music performance in collaboration with the City of St. Pete Beach's October Concert series, making it a perfect evening for locals and visitors. In addition to the live music, attendees can enjoy an exclusive silent auction featuring a variety of unique items, including everything from hotel stays and fishing charters to gift cards and bottles of wine. The event will also include a raffle, Taste of the Beaches ticket sales, and delicious food and beverages available for purchase.Taste of the Beaches is presented by Smith and Associates. For more information, please contact Robin Miller at info@tampabaybeaches.com or visit TampaBayBeaches.com/taste.
HCA Florida Englewood Hospital will hold an in-person hiring event on Thursday, September 12, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Back Porch Brewing Co. at 3469 Precision Drive in North Venice.Registered nurses (RNs) experienced in surgery, cardiac catheterization, emergency, intensive care, medical/surgical/telemetry and progressive care, graduate RNs, respiratory therapists, cardiac catherization technicians and cardiovascular technicians II are being sought to join the Englewood Hospital team. Additionally, the hospital is now hiring RN's for the new freestanding emergency center in Wellen Park, with an expected opening date of early 2025.Register now and a recruiter will reach out about scheduling an interview time. At this event, you may have the opportunity to interview hiring managers, meet other colleagues and learn about the many benefits of joining the Englewood Hospital team. The hospital will be extending same-day offers to qualified candidates. To learn more about HCA Florida Healthcare careers, visit our hiring event page.
Art Center Sarasota announces that Kinsey Robb, who has served as executive director since 2021, will be stepping down to pursue a new role within the visual arts nonprofit sector. She will be based in New York City. During her tenure, Robb successfully navigated the organization through the challenges of the pandemic, while spearheading significant revitalization efforts, including building renovations and the expansion of both education and exhibition programming. To honor her contributions, Art Center Sarasota’s board of directors will host a reception on Tuesday, September 17, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. The event, open to the public, will celebrate her leadership and the organization's exciting future plans.
Pictured: Kinsey Robb. Photo courtesy of Barbara Banks Photography.
Artist Series Concerts of Sarasota opens its 29th season, Talent Unveiled, on September 22 with a concert in the popular Sunday Best series presented at First Presbyterian Church. The three October concerts are from three other series, including Top Shelf Tuesdays, Lighter Fare, and the Soirée series.
Discover a slice of Spain right here in Sarasota with our exciting upcoming events and daily offerings at Taste of Spain. Whether you’re passionate about Spanish cuisine or looking for a unique experience, we’ve got something special for you! Tapas Cooking Classes – Learn, Cook, and Taste! -Next Dates: Wednesday – October 16 – November 13 – December 4. Join us for a hands-on cooking class where you’ll learn the secrets of traditional Spanish tapas. Each class includes a historical overview of tapas, cooking techniques for 4 classic dishes, wine and written recipes. Reserve your spot today – limited spaces available. Cost: $75 per person (plus tax). Flamenco Night – Dance, Dine, and Have Fun! - Next Dates: Wednesday – October 23 – December 11. Join us for a lively evening of flamenco! Start the night by learning the basics of this traditional Spanish dance, and then relax with a sit-down dinner featuring authentic paella and sangria. It’s the perfect mix of fun, culture, and delicious food—bring your friends and make it a night to remember! Reserve your spot today – limited spaces available. Cost: $99 per person (plus tax) Daily Paella and Tapas Pick-Up - Craving authentic Spanish flavors? We offer delicious, freshly made Paellas and Tapas, available for pick-up every day. Perfect for family gatherings, a day on the boat, or any celebration, these dishes are available with just 24 hours notice for a minimum of 4 people. Our paellas are a local favorite—order yours today! Taste of Spain's Gourmet Store - Looking for authentic Spanish ingredients? Visit our store for a carefully curated selection of products directly from Spain! From Serrano ham, Manchego cheese, and Marcona almonds to our best-selling gazpacho, you can create a Spanish feast at home. Perfect for stocking up your pantry with unique flavors! Important Notice – We’re Going to Spain! Please note that we will be Closed from September 20 to October 5, for our annual visit to Spain. During this time, we’ll be visiting family and exploring new culinary inspirations to bring back to Sarasota. We can’t wait to share the new flavors and ideas with you when we return! We can’t wait to see you at our classes and events or when you stop by to shop and pick up your next paella. Contact us at 941-580-8663 or visit us at 2667 Mall Dr., Sarasota, FL. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook to stay updated on all our news and updated.
Soundbox Ventures is announcing its inaugural Suncoast Composer Festival (SCF). Festival events are open to the Sarasota public on October 4th, 5th, and 7th. The Suncoast Composer Festival is the latest component of Soundbox’s Suncoast Composer Fellowship Program (SCFP), established in 2022 as a private residency for early-career composers to work with world-class mentors and performers/recording artists. This year’s festival will be the Fellowship’s first public showcase after two closed sessions in September 2023 and 2024. This evolution “…reflects Soundbox’s commitment to engaging the community and deepening connections between composers, musicians, and audiences,” says Soundbox’s artistic director, Max Tan, who also performs as a member of the Sarasota Orchestra and is an alumnus of the Perlman Music Program. “Since 2007, I have felt at home in Sarasota and am always interested in developing projects that are nurtured by the rich cultural offerings in Sarasota as well as the resources it has to host artists and give them a platform to flourish.” The festival will feature a variety of classical and contemporary chamber music concerts as well as seminars held at multiple Sarasota locations, including Selby Public Library, First Congregational United Church of Christ, and a “secret” venue in South Poinsettia Park. For more details and tickets, visit SoundBoxVentures.org.
Pictured: SCF Participants at Lido Key Beach. Photo courtesy of Soundbox Ventures.
The City of Sarasota’s public art program will be commemorating the iconic “Mermaid Fountain” (formally entitled “L’Aria della Figlia Muta”) created by artist Nancy Matthews, which has been included in the Smithsonian Institution’s collection of public art sculptures. According to Mary Davis Wallace, public art manager for the city, the event will celebrate this prestigious honor on September 13 at 7:30 p.m. at Paul N. Thorpe J. Park, 135 S. Pineapple Ave., at the intersection of Pineapple and Lemon avenues in downtown Sarasota.
We are excited to announce that the next 10 x 10 series event will be held at the Sarasota Art Museum on Thursday, September 19th at 5:30 pm. Presentations will start at 6:00 pm.The informal and fast paced event is intended to showcase and introduce a diverse group of leaders and creative minds from our community. Three times a year, 10 speakers are invited to present 10 images of their work, interest, or inspiration. Slides advance automatically every 30 seconds with brief introductions between the speakers. The event is organized by architect Michael Halflants and painter Tim Jaeger. Admission is $15 online and at the door. Students are admitted free. The event will include a cash bar and is open to the public. Additional details and admission can be found online at 10x10.
The beauty of doing nothing is best enjoyed with the food the new Mangia Che e Buono Italian eatery, September 2024.
Visit Fresh Harvest, the newly launched weekly farmers market in Downtown Wellen. Fresh Harvest offers a selection of local goods from nearly 40 local vendors. Fresh Harvest takes place every Sunday in Downtown Wellen from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Attendees can peruse different vendor booths and stock up on a variety of goods. Vendors will offer a wide variety of locally grown and produced food, including herbs, spices, cut flowers, teas, canned and preserved fruits and vegetables, syrups, baked goods, pickled foods, fresh seafood, meats, poultry, eggs, milk and prepared food and beverages. A limited selection of craft vendors also participate in the farmers market. For a listing of participating vendors and more information on Fresh Harvest Farmers Market, visit wellenpark.com/events/fresh-harvest-farmers-market. Downtown Wellen, 19745 Wellen Park Blvd., Venice.
Siesta Key Rum runs free year-round tours for guests to learn the story of the craft distillery, the awards they have won and the secret to how they make their rums taste so good. During our 30-45 minute tour we will discuss the following topics: history of Siesta Key Rum, an overview of the awards our small company has won, what makes our rums taste so good, the rum-making process from mashing and fermentation to distillation, barrel aging and bottling of our rums. After the tour, we welcome you to sample a freshly made Siesta Key Rum cocktail, stock up on your favorite rums and browse our gift shop. 2212 Industrial Blvd., Sarasota.
Experience some of the best food and flavors of the region with more than 100, and still growing, curated vendors. The Farmers Market at Lakewood Ranch has fast become a favorite weekly tradition for people from all over the region seeking farm-fresh produce, delicious prepared foods, and specialty items and gifts. Aside from all the goodies you can shop at the Farmers Market, find your flow in a free yoga class or have the kiddos get creative during weekly-hosted workshops. 1561 Lakefront Dr., Lakewood Ranch.
The Wellen Park Night Market returns the second Thursday of each month from 6-9pm offering an evening of shopping, live music and dining under the twinkling lights of Downtown Wellen. The Night Market features independent artists and makers specializing in art, jewelry, boutique fashion, home decor, bottle art, wood designs and specialty food items set up along Wellen Park Boulevard with 50 rotating vendors. Food items included rum cakes, desserts, lemonade, barbecue and vegan fare.
Wellen Park, 19745 Wellen Pk Blvd
The Sarasota Opera's 2024 Food and Wine Fest returns with a large roster of participating restaurants from Sarasota to St. Armands to Bradenton 1 p.m. Sept. 21 at the Sarasota Opera House, 61 N. Pineapple Ave., Sarasota. Taste a plethora of savory and sweet flavors and enjoy wine tasting on stage and throughout the historic Sarasota Opera House. Individual tickets: $75 if purchased in advance; $85 at the door. VIP tickets for early admission: $100. Proceeds will support Sarasota Youth Opera & Education. Sponsorships are available. For more information visit SarasotaOpera.org or call 941-328-1300.
Sarasota Opera, 61 N. Pineapple Ave. Sarasota.
Friday Fest, the free, outdoor summertime concert series at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall returns with an exciting lineup of bands who will bring the audience to their feet. This year the festivities kick off in May. Each event runs from 5-9 p.m. on the lawn of the Van Wezel overlooking beautiful Sarasota Bay. Bring blankets or lawn chairs, take in the music and the sunset, and enjoy food and beverages from local vendors.
Connect with local business owners at every Thursday at Oscura. Lets Connect is a community of collaborative business professionals from the Manatee and Sarasota County areas. RSVP on Eventbrite to attend, admission is free.
Whether you're newly engaged, planning a milestone celebration, or just love all things event-related, this is the ultimate destination for inspiration and connection. Your ticket includes access to a world of inspiration and expert advice. Explore beautifully designed booths featuring everything from floral arrangements to table settings, and connect with top vendors such as photographers, florists, and event planners. Enjoy exclusive offers and discounts available only to expo attendees and participate in live demonstrations to gain insider tips and tricks for planning your perfect event. Don't miss out on this opportunity to make your dream event a reality!
Grove Ballroom, 10670 Boardwalk Loop, Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202
A veritable feast of Baroque gems opens the Chamber Soirée season. Ceremonial brass set the stage for J.S. Bach's festive Brandenburg Concerto No. 3 for strings. The percussion have their moment with Philidor’s March for Two Pairs of Timpani, which was first performed for King Louis XIV in 1683. Igor Stravinsky's glorious Neo-Baroque Pulcinella Suite concludes this royal banquet.
Holley Hall, 709 N Tamiami Trail, Sarasota FL 34236
Kings of Soul showcases the music of legendary artists Marvin Gaye, James Brown, Otis Redding, The Temptations, Barry White, Smokey Robinson, and more in an evening of soulful rhythms. Honoring the “kings” of classic soul, featured hits include “Shop Around,” “Get Ready,” “Try a Little Tenderness,” “Stand By Me,” and “Your Love Keeps Lifting Me Higher.”
Ven Wezel, 777 N. Tamiami Sarasota, FL 34236
Shopliftable pt. 2 builds on the success of our inaugural exhibition, showcasing impactful small artworks.This second installment features pieces small enough to steal by 50 of Sarasota's favorite artists. Join us in celebrating creativity through compact, compelling art.
502 Gallery, 502 S. Pineapple Avenue, Sarasota
Sarasota Jewish Theatre (SJT) is honored to present a special program to commemorate the October 7, 2023 terrorist attack in Israel. “Heroes and Hostages: A Journey of Courage and Sacrifice,” presented in collaboration with the Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee, The Players Centre, and the Sarasota Jewish Chorale, will feature speakers, music, dance, and videos.
The Players Centre Studio, 3501 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota FL 34239
From May 10th- October 18th, Sarasota Opera House will be showing classic movies as timeless as the theater itself. Our Classic Movies at the Opera House series begins on Friday, May 10. HD at the Opera House series begins on June 9. Tickets on sale now! This Marx Brothers classic is a satire about the nature of war, politics, and affairs of the state. Directed by Leo McCarey and starring Groucho, Harpo, Chico and Zeppo Marx, and Margaret Dumont. Running time: 1 hour, 8 minutes
Sarasota Opera, 61 N Pineapple Ave, Sarasota, FL 34236
Soman Chainani’s debut series, The School for Good & Evil, sold over 4 million copies, was translated into 35 languages, and became a #1 Netflix film in 80+ countries. His “Beasts & Beauty” debuted on the NYT Bestseller List and will be a Sony 3000 series. Chainani, a Harvard and Columbia graduate, has been nominated for the Waterstone Prize and received the Sun Valley Writer’s Fellowship.
Shannon Staub Library, 4675 Career Lane, North Port
Put on your SunHAT and roam The Ringling for unexpected, interactive, and delightful Eco-Performance. EcoPerformance celebrates the creative force of the non-human and our connection to the natural world while addressing climate emergencies through artist-driven stories. The audience will be delighted by site-specific-fungi dance, engaged in artist talks under the banyans, raving to vegan rap, and laughing with water-conscious clowns. For professional tree huggers and recreational eco-enthusiasts alike, this festival will honor our beautiful coast and green spaces, investigate climate realities, and dream up resilient Florida futures. Artists and collaborators include national and international line up of performers, scholars, and speakers. You Look Like a Fun Guy is an outdoor dance and theater presentation. It is inspired by mushrooms, their astonishing powers to facilitate transformation, their relationship to avant-garde composer John Cage, and their tastiness. The mushroom is an organism which can transform dead things into living things, an organism which can build an underground network spanning miles, an organism which gave the avant-garde composer John Cage a shower of game show cash which he used to support the Merce Cunningham Dance Company, and an organism which tastes great!
Historic Asolo Theater (HAT), 5401 Bay Shore Rd, Sarasota, FL 34243
Cask & Ale on Main Street lifts a toast to our fabulous Jazz Brunch every Sunday from 11:00-3:00. We offer a diverse chef-prepared menu with a full spread of Brunch delectables + our rotating Chef's Special menu, Bottomless Mimosas and a wide selection of craft cocktails. And of course, sharing the good vibes of live Jazz with you from Noon-4:00!
Cask & Ale, 1548 Main St, Sarasota, FL 34236
Since we opened in January, SRQ is getting to know us for our hand-tossed & crafted Pie's, Calzones, Sammies & Salads + our tasty beverages. Now you can join your buddies for what some call 'the most wonderful time of the year' - FOOTBALL SEASON! Drop in when you're strolling on Main to catch your team or join your buddies for Pie On Main's Game Watching parties, featuring Happy Hours from 4-7:00 Daily, plus our Special Sub of the Day and extensive selection of Domestic and craft taps. Ask your friendly barkeep about our Tuesday Karaoke or our sister restaurant, 3.14 Pi in Siesta Village. Convenient parking in our lot on First Street.
Pie on Main, 1507 Main St, Sarasota, FL 34236
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