Lisa E Freedman, My Journal Through Life, is the Home Base & Blog for LF Media Ink, a Boutique PR/Marketing Company specialized in the Arts, Entertainment & Travel Industries. Enjoy!
Lisa E Freedman, My Journal Through Life, is the Home Base & Blog for LF Media Ink, a Boutique PR/Marketing Company specialized in the Arts, Entertainment & Travel Industries. Enjoy!
The downtown hotel restaurant that's become a neighborhood favorite — for good reason. There's a moment, somewhere between your first cocktail and your second order of sharables, when Wink Wink Food & Drink stops feeling like a hotel restaurant and starts feeling like exactly where you want to be. That's the trick — and the charm — of this downtown Sarasota gem tucked inside The Sarasota Modern, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel on Boulevard...
Tucked away in a modest strip center on Siesta Drive in Sarasota, Florida, lies a culinary treasure that transports diners straight to the sun-drenched heel of Italy’s boot. Vino Vino is not just another Italian restaurant—it’s an authentic celebration of Pugliese cuisine, brought to life by passionate owners who’ve made it their mission to share the flavors of their homeland with the Gulf Coast. The Story Behind the SauceVino Vino...
Situated in the heart of Lakewood Ranch, Florida, The Granary has been serving breakfast and lunch daily since August 2015 , quickly becoming a cherished neighborhood staple for locals and visitors alike. What started as a Scottish couple’s American dream has blossomed into one of the area’s most popular daytime dining destinations. A Story Rooted in Family and CommunityThe Granary is owned by Karen and Malcolm Ronney, who came to Lakewood...
There’s a corner of Sarasota where the pace slows down, the pies are legendary, and something about the whole place just feels — well — good. Tucked along Bahia Vista Street, not far from the bustle of I-75, sits Der Dutchman — a restaurant, bakery, and gift shop that has become one of Sarasota’s most beloved and distinctive dining destinations. For visitors who associate Florida with beaches and nightlife, the experience can feel...
Nestled along the sun-drenched shores of Sarasota Bay, Marie Selby Botanical Gardens stands as a testament to the transformative power of visionary philanthropy and botanical passion. What began with the generous bequest of Marie Selby in 1975 has blossomed into one of the world’s most unique botanical institutions—the only garden dedicated specifically to the display and study of epiphytic plants, those remarkable species that grow on...
――― ★ ――― We are back in Florida, on what is often referred to as the 'Culture Coast', the Bradenton/Sarasota area spanning the Gulf Coast. The area has acquired this name for all of the visual and performing arts offerings and distinctive cultural experiences it offers. Here you may enjoy world class museums, art galleries and performing arts venues as well as art fairs around town, not to mention the usual beaches,...
Following our road trip through Connecticut and Rhode Island, we flew down to Florida for a long weekend, which included a dental procedure, dinner with friends and a look at the real estate market in and around Sarasota. No time for sightseeing, but plenty of time for dining in and out. One of the restaurants we find ourselves returning to often while in the area: Columbia Restaurant on St. Armands Circle In the heart of St. Armands Circle,...
One of the first places we stumbled upon in our travels through the area was Art Center Sarasota. ART CENTER SARASOTA Art Center Sarasota As the region's first visual arts organization, Art Center Sarasota is a non-profit organization dedicated to serving the community through the arts. The center features four rotating exhibition galleries offering more than 25 exhibitions annually, year-round classes for kids and adults, and collaborative...
Anchoring the Ringling College Museum Campus, the Sarasota Art Museum features 15,000 square feet of dedicated gallery space, a bistro, a museum shop, an auditorium for educational events, as well as performance and film screenings. The museum also includes a sculpture courtyard and expansive grounds designed for inviting and engaging site-specific and site-responsive art experiences. As the region's inaugural museum focused on contemporary...
Nestled in downtown Sarasota, the Marietta Museum of Art & Whimsy is a delightful gem that took us by surprise. As its whimsical name suggests, the museum offers an enchanting experience, full of magical surprises at every turn (click on the arrow, below right for the slide show). That said, it's worth noting that the museum's hours can be a bit quirky, so plan accordingly! The museum is open until May 24th for the current season, then it...
