SRQ DAILY Mar 18, 2025
Tuesday Dining and Food Edition
"Adeline is still my primary focus."
In the February issue of SRQ Magazine, Drew Adams (the chef/co-owner of Adeline) opened up about the challenges of establishing a unique identity in Sarasota’s bustling culinary scene. He also talked about Little A, the lunch concept he was running out of the kitchen at Adeline. Since that article was published, Little A has been temporarily tabled. Adeline, however, is still going strong.
“We launched Little A about three weeks after the back-to-back hurricanes hit the area,” Adams says. “We thought it would be a fun thing to test out, to see how it went, and it was received really well. But as fun as it was and as phenomenal as the product was, it was just starting to conflict with dinner which is really our bread and butter.”
As things started to settle down after the hurricanes and business started picking back up, it became apparent that the kitchen at Adeline couldn’t sustain two concepts long-term. The walk-in space was getting crowded with product, and it became a challenge to start dinner prep while people were still clamoring for sandwiches from Little A. Ultimately, Little A ended up being more of a pop-up concept in that space, but that doesn’t mean it’s gone forever: Adams is exploring the possibility of re-opening Little A in its own space in the future.
“I definitely want to look at some other locations,” says Adams. “I’ve looked at a couple already. But Adeline is still my primary focus.”
In fact, Adams has some exciting things in the works for Adeline. This summer he’s planning to host a chef dinner series at the restaurant, as well as several wine dinners. Be sure to follow Adeline on social media (Facebook and Instagram) or check the website to see when those dates are posted.
Adeline, 1920 Hillview Street, Sarasota, 941-444-7692, www.adelinesrq.com.
Pictured: Chef/owner Drew Adams is focused on dinner service at Adeline. Provided photo.
810 Entertainment in Estero, formerly known as 810 Billiards & Bowling, is celebrating National Cocktail Day on March 24 with a special offer for one of the venue’s most popular drinks. 810 Entertainment’s Tidal Wave, a blend of Hennessy cognac, Western Son blueberry vodka, Blue Curacao, lemonade and lime juice, will be priced at $5 all day; the regular price is $8.10. 810 Entertainment, located at 10801 Corkscrew Road, Suite 50, at Miromar Outlets in Estero, will be open from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. on National Cocktail Day, which is Monday, March 24.
Local music school Music Compound’s Album Ensemble returns for its fifth album tribute effort, performing Irish rock legends U2’s renowned fifth album, “The Joshua Tree,” in its entirety. The Album Ensemble – comprising nine students ages 14-19, together with three Music Compound instructors – will perform Saturday, March 29 at The Bazaar on Apricot & Lime (821 Apricot Ave., Sarasota).
Suncoast Black Arts Collaborative’s (SBAC) “Beyond Regional Boundaries” initiative continues its powerful exploration of Black artistry with a dynamic exhibition, “Tradition and the Abstract: Improvisations and the Norm,” showcasing paintings by Shannon Elyse Curry and Jeannette Bradley, April 2-28, at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall, 777 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota. An opening reception, with the artists, is Wednesday, April 2, 5-6:15 p.m., at the Van Wezel’s Grand Foyer.
In honor of Boo’s Dog Bar, The Bazaar on Apricot & Lime is hosting a Small Dog Meet Up & Costume Contest this Saturday, March 22. Bring your fur babies and let them play in the off leash area. The contest will be at 11:30 and Mindy from Boo’s will be one of the judges. There will be prizes, live music, great food, and so much more. The Bazaar is located at 821 Apricot Ave in Sarasota.
Florida Studio Theatre (FST) is proud to produce the North American Premiere of Shedding a Skin, a transformational one-woman play by award-winning playwright Amanda Wilkin. Directed by Nancy Rominger, this deeply moving play previews April 2-3, with opening night on April 4. The show runs through April 25, 2025, in FST’s Bowne’s Lab Theatre.
The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall is thrilled to welcome Motown legends, The Commodores, to Sarasota on April 17, 2025 at 8 p.m. Tickets start at $45 and can be purchased at VanWezel.org, by calling the box office at 941-263-6799 or by visiting the box office Monday through Friday between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Groups of 10 or more should contact 941-263-6726.
The evening begins on Monday, March 24 at 7:30pm with a performance by PMP Alumni the Renaissance String Quartet with selections announced from the stage. After an intermission, the quartet along with WBTT singers Jacob Smith and Raleigh Mosley, will take the stage to perform arias from Ransom Place, an operetta re-orchestrated for string quartet and voice, written by Jameel Martin, and orchestrated by Daniel Hass under the direction of WBTT artistic director Nate Jacobs. A talk-back with the quartet and the operetta’s creators will follow the performance. Limited Tickets still available at WestcoastBlackTheatre.org
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.
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
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
The Sarasota Farmers Market Vendors Incorporated (“SFMV”) has been established as a not for-profit organization under laws of the State of Florida, continuing the 40+ year tradition of enhancing and improving the quality of life in Sarasota. Our charitable mission is to create a social opportunity for residents and visitors to gather and interact, to bring foot traffic to downtown Sarasota sustaining the economic viability of the entire downtown area, and to provide a venue for other not-for-profit organizations benefiting Sarasota.
Sarasota Farmer's Market, N Lemon Ave, Sarasota, FL 34236
Welcome to the Bradenton Public Market, a place where the community meets each week to enjoy fresh produce, local art, music, and free family activities on Old Main Street.
Old Main Street Downtown Bradenton, Old Main ST. Bradenton, 34205
Think while you drink! Gather your friends, co-workers or family and join us for a fun-filled evening. Prizes, specials and FUN!
Gecko's Grill & Pub, Multiple Locations
Discover a vibrant community gathering at the Phillippi Farmhouse Market, nestled within the scenic Phillippi Estate Park. This seasonal market, open every Wednesday from October through April from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., invites you to experience the best of fresh produce, prepared foods, artisanal products and live music. Beyond shopping, visitors can explore the park’s beautiful grounds, including the historic Edson Keith Mansion, through a free, docent-led tour beginning promptly at 10 a.m. each Wednesday.
Phillippi Estate Park, 5500 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL 34231
Join The Market on Dearborn every Friday evening from October 2024 - May 2025 from 3pm-7pm on Historic Dearborn Street in Englewood, Florida as we launch an evening market to expand opportunities for local entrepreneurs and provide an additional family-friendly event for local residents and guests of Englewood
The Market on Dearborn, 232 W Dearborn St., Englewood, FL, United States, Florida 34223
Join us every Sunday morning at 9am for a walk to the Bayfront and back on a route that is just under 2 miles. Meet at 99 Bottles Downtown Sarasota and end at the same location in approximately 30-40 minutes, depending on pace. This weekly walking social club is an opportunity to connect with other locals.
99 Bottles, 1445 2nd St Sarasota, FL 34236
Every Wednesdat at 6 pm a 5k Fun Run starts and ends at 99 Bottles. Course runs through Downtown Sarasota and along the Bayfront, all skill levels, all fun. Each time you finish a run, you mudy get yout card punched to get an attendance credit and receive 99 bottles prizes. All runners are expected to obey all traffic laws, be courteous to other runners, pedestrians, cyclists, animals, etc.on the route and to know your limits - running and/or drinking!
99 Bottles, 1445 2nd St Sarasota, FL 34236
The nostalgia of the best decade returns to Fresh Fridays. Join us for our classic Back to the 80s night on Main St. from 7 to 10 pm on April 4. Stay tuned for all the throwback details that are soon to come.
Downtown Sarasota, Main St, Sarasota, FL 34236, United States
Introducing, Booked for Lunch: Supporting Manatee Libraries 2025. The Library Foundation of Manatee County is thrilled to announce our return to our in-person author events this spring! Join us for a luncheon celebrating and supporting Manatee County's wonderful public library system. While guests enjoy a beautiful lunch prepared by GROVE, our Library Services Manager, Tammy Parrott, will moderate a fireside chat with our special guest, Jenna Bush Hager. Attendees will have an opportunity to get a photo with and/or a book signed by Jenna at the conclusion of the luncheon.
Grove Ballroom, 0670 Boardwalk Loop, Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202
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