SRQ DAILY Dec 17, 2024
Tuesday Dining and Food Edition
"When the river was first discovered by settlers coming over from Europe they found it was just teeming with oysters."
Situated within the Riviera Dunes Marina in Palmetto, the Riviera Dunes Dockside Social Bar & Grill offers waterfront dining with an incredible view of the Manatee River. Or, as it was once known, Oyster River.
“When the river was first discovered by settlers coming over from Europe they found it was just teeming with oysters,” says owner Steve Bishop. “It was like an oyster bonanza. Being a waterfront restaurant oysters are always popular, but that kind of local tie-in was really fascinating to me.”
Every Wednesday, the Riviera Dunes Dockside restaurant pays tribute to the area’s unique local history with its Oysterpalooza promotion, which runs all day.
“What we do is tell a little of that history and then we bring in different kinds of oysters and sell them a la carte at a great price,” Bishop explains.
Oysters are brought in fresh and shucked in-house and served raw on the half shell over ice with horseradish, cocktail sauce and lemon. Selections will vary from week to week depending on what’s fresh and available, but might include Blue Point oysters from Connecticut, and other varieties from places like Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Washington and Prince Edward Island among others. While the promotion is generally available year-round, Bishop says the selection is most robust during the busy season between January and May. Diners can also add on peel and eat shrimp, 1/4 lobster tails and stone crab claws when available.
If you’re not a fan of raw oysters, don’t worry – oyster classics like oysters rockefeller, fried oyster tacos, a fried oyster basket and a fried oyster po’ boy are also part of the promotion. No matter how you like your oysters prepared, you’re sure to have a shuckingly good time.
Riviera Dunes Dockside, 102 Riviera Dunes Way, Palmetto, 941-304-3689, www.rivieradunesdockside.com. 
Pictured: Oysterpalooza takes place at the Riviera Dunes Dockside in Palmetto every Wednesday.
Duval’s Fresh. Local. Seafood. is offering a New Year’s Eve dinner on December 31st from 3pm-11pm. The 3-course menu features chef-curated entrée selections including a choice of Ora King Salmon with Chilled Orzo Salad, Ribeye with Roasted Garlic Parmesan Mashed Potatoes, or Chef’s Fresh Catch with Clams, Roasted Fennell, and Tomato Broth. Duval’s also offers the New Year’s Eve menu for takeout and free delivery! To view Duval’s delivery zone, visit duvalsfreshlocalseafood.com/free-delivery. Pre-orders are recommended for takeout and delivery to guarantee your desired timeframe. To pre-order, call (941) 312-4001 or visit duvalsfreshlocalseafood.com/nye24
Cameron Mitchell Restaurants’ (CMR) Ocean Prime brand has announced the opening date for its newest location in Sarasota, Florida. The nationally acclaimed seafood and steakhouse will officially open its doors on December 21st in the heart of The Quay. Ocean Prime is known for its exceptional dining experience, combining fresh seafood, prime steaks, hand-crafted cocktails, and genuine hospitality. The Sarasota location will feature 9,513 square feet of space, two stories, over 355 seats, and breathtaking marina views. The opening expands Sarasota's culinary scene, bringing a new level of fine dining to both locals and visitors.
Join us at Cask & Ale for our Black & White party to ring in the New Year! We will have a DJ from 8:00-2:00 and a balloon drop at midnight. Come early for food until 9:00 pm. Call or come in to reserve your spot; reservations are going fast!
Tickets for the Sarasota-Manatee Originals' Forks & Corks University, a highlight of the annual Forks & Corks Food and Wine Festival, go on sale Tuesday, December 17th at 7PM. On Saturday, January 25, 2025, four engaging wine seminars will provide wine enthusiasts with exclusive access to renowned winemakers and industry professionals. Each 90-minute Master Class features 10-12 wine tastings, expert insights, and light bites. Explore diverse wines from around the world in "Wines Without Borders," discover iconic producers in "Legends of the Vine," delve into innovative techniques in "Avant-Garde Expressions," and savor cool-climate masterpieces in "Elegance in Every Sip." Each class is limited to 65 attendees. Tickets are $69-$79 (plus tax and fees). Reserve your seat!
Love and Bossa Nova International Brazilian music star Daniela Soledade and virtuoso guitarist Nate Najar transport you to tropical Rio de Janeiro, Brazil with an intimate program of Bossa Nova music. The concert will include numbers by composers Antonio Carlos Jobim, Cole Porter and Ary Barroso, all enhanced by the excellent acoustics of the Peace sanctuary. Daniela Soledade is highly acclaimed for her poignantly expressive vocal style and hyper-intimate aesthetic. Nate Najar is one of this decade’s finest modern jazz guitarists and together they create a musical environment that is lush, delicate, and simply superb. No tickets needed. Seating is first come, first served. Donations to help defray future performance costs are requested ($5-$10 minimum suggested donation). Doors open at 2:30.
Chuck Sidlow, founder of the non-profit World of Chucko (WOC) and the “Laughter Unlimited” programs is the recipient of support from The Chester Family Charitable Fund of the Manatee Community Foundation, the Betsy Mitchell Family Fund of the Community Foundation of Sarasota County, Inc., Sarasota Ford, and Suncoast Aging Network. These funds were awarded to provide a series of programming to be presented at many Senior Care or Special Needs Facilities throughout the community. For more information about World of Chucko and its programming, please contact Chuck at 941-928-2246.
Whether they're Naughty or Nice, the Watershed Hospitality family of restaurants has the gift sure to please everyone on your Holiday list! From Nov. 21 - Jan. 2, when you purchase $50, get a $10 Bonus or a $20 Bonus when you purchase $100. Our GC's are good at all of our restaurants, Cask & Ale, Pie On Main, 3.14 Pi/Blase Martini Bar ...and SOON, when we cut the ribbon to welcome you to Lefty's Oyster & Seafood Bar.
Multiple Location
Teachers + Tuesdays = 1⁄2 OFF Pie’s at Pie On Main! Every Tuesday Teachers with School ID enjoy 1/2 off Pizzas when you Dine-in with us! Convenient parking in our lot behind the restaurant. 1/2 off Pizzas with purchase of any beverage, excluding personal pizzas.
Pie on Main, 1507 Main St Sarasota, FL 34236
Discover Sarasota Tours announces our 3rd Annual Christmas Carol Trolley Letters To Santa holiday tour of music and lights running Dec 1-23rd at 5:30 and 7:30PM. This holiday favorite is a 75-minute family-friendly show filled with downtown lights, caroling down Main St., holiday stories, and heartfelt performances featuring the Trolley Troubadours, our singing ensemble of professional performers.
Discover Sarasota Tours, 1826 4th St, Sarasota, FL 34236
Longtime friends Chef Charles Amherst of Chaz 51 Steakhouse in Venice and Barbara Gerdeman, co-founder of Creative Liberties Artist Studios in Sarasota, have joined forces to create a series of interactive “live art dinner showcases.” Join us every Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday evenings from 5-8:30 pm.
Chaz 51 Steakhouse, 549 US-41 BYP, Venice, FL 34285
Please join us for an unforgettable event. We're planning something you won't want to miss, and we hope to see you there. 5 course dinner made with love and live music to listen while you enjoy your time at Mademoiselle Paris.
Mademoiselle Paris UTC & Anna Maria Island, Multiple Locations
The 27th Annual Thunder By The Bay Music & Motorcycle Festival is a three-day event held Feb. 14-16, 2025 at the Sarasota Fairgrounds that benefits Suncoast Charities for Children. National Headline Acts include Blue Öyster Cult (Friday – Feb. 14), Grand Funk Railroad (Saturday – Feb. 15), and Creed Fisher (Sunday – Feb. 16). The Festival features continuous live music, vendors, daredevil acts, a charity motorcycle ride, bike show, a motorcycle “sound off” competition, biker games, and much more! On-site camping is also available. Admission is $15 in advance and $20 at the gate (12 and under free). Limited VIP tickets are also available. Over the past 26 years, the Festival has raised over $2.8 Million for charity.
Sarasota Fairgrounds
Step into a tropical winter wonderland at our Downtown Sarasota campus featuring more than two million lights, festive photo opportunities, activities & entertainment for the whole family to enjoy! Lights in Bloom® is proudly ranked #6 in USA Today 10 Best Readers’ Choice contest for Best Botanical Garden Holiday Lights in the country.
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, 1534 Mound St, Sarasota, FL 34236
The Green Orchid by Michael’s on East offers elevated casual dining featuring a globally inspired menu with a focus on local, regional, and sustainably sourced produce, seafood, meats, and poultry options. The menu changes seasonally, highlighting the freshest ingredients from local farms and the restaurant’s rooftop garden. There are vegetarian and vegan options available to cater to various dietary preferences.
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, 1534 Mound St, Sarasota, FL 34236
Join us on the Bolger Campiello for live music and dancing. Food and beverage will be available for purchase on the bayfront. One chair per person will be available. No outside food, drink, coolers, chairs or pets are permitted. Members please note: $20 tickets are limited to one for Individual Memberships and two for all other Membership levels.
The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art, 5401 Bay Shore Rd, Sarasota, FL 34243
Ring in the New Year with us at Waterside Place Plaza for a breathtaking live Sky Elements Drone Light Show presented by Waterside Place and Capstan Financial Consulting Group. Dance the night away with live music by DJ Truth, indulge in tasty food trucks, including delicious desserts and drinks, and enjoy games and activities for all ages!
Waterside Place at Lakewood Ranch, 1510 Lakefront Dr, Sarasota, FL 34240
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
ArtCenter Manatee is proud to present the 5th Annual Holiday Extravaganza, featuring holiday trees decked to their fullest with thousands of handmade ornaments, handmade holiday décor, gifts and more.
ArtCenter Manatee, 209 9th St West Bradenton, FL 34205
On Saturday, January 18, 2025 from 12:00-2:00 pm, the community is invited to visit Sarasota Opera House for a wide variety of free activities and offerings. Visitors can enjoy art songs, ensembles, and arias sung throughout the opera house, a raffle, backstage tours, wig and makeup demonstrations, a display of select pieces from our extensive collection of over 50,000 historic opera costumes, special ticket offers, and complementary refreshments.
Sarasota Opera House, 61 N Pineapple Ave, Sarasota FL 34236
Determined to win the heart of the beautiful Rosina, Count Almaviva enlists the help of Figaro, the barber of Seville, to steal her away from her guardian, Dr. Bartolo. Hilarious complications ensue to some of opera's most delightful music. The Barber of Seville is one of the most beloved comedic works in the operatic repertory.
Sarasota Opera, 61 N Pineapple Ave. Sarasota, FL 34236
Calling all lovers of the expressive French horn! Sarasota Orchestra’s co-principal horn Hugo Bliss disjointed by a fellow superstar, Milwaukee Symphony’s hornist Scott Sanders whose career also began in Sarasota. Together with Joesph Holt on piano, they offer a cornucopia of remarkable music for this most magnificent instrument. The program includes Beethoven’s mighty sextet for two horns and string quartet. The performance will be held at the Sarasota Yacht Club on March 13, 2025 at 11 am. Tickets are $70. For more information, visit Artistseriesconcerts.org.
Two operas, two betrayed husbands, two tragic ends. In Cavalleria rusticana the calm of a Sicilian Easter morning is broken by a betrayed lover who sets off a chain of events ending in violent tragedy. In true theatrical tradition Pagliacci's clown tries to go on with the show, but his real-life humiliation and despair lead to a grim climax. The violent passions and raw emotions of these two works changed the direction of Italian opera forever.
Sarasota Opera, 61 N Pineapple Ave. Sarasota, FL 34236
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