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SRQ DAILY Dec 13, 2022

Tuesday Dining and Food Edition

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Tuesday Dining and Food Edition

"Our culinary team is challenged to create new dishes inspired by the world's most exotic destinations each month. "

- Billy Hoyle, Marketing Director, Michaels on East.
 

[The Dish]  Buttermilk is a Paradise for the Biscuit Lover
Kevin Allen, kevin.allen@srqme.com

I don’t think I’ve met another human who doesn’t love biscuits, and the ones that Buttermilk Handcrafted Food offers are some of the best you’ll find in Sarasota. They’re crispy on the outside; fluffy, fresh and chewy on the inside. But when it comes to Buttermilk, it’s what happens in between the top and the bottom of the biscuit that makes it truly special.

My wife, Janet, and I ate breakfast there Saturday morning. It was one of those days where you’re reminded why you live here. The sun was high and bright, the temperature was light-jacket-and-shorts worthy. It was the perfect backdrop for our first trip to Buttermilk, where natural light pours into the handsome interior that harkens that would make Chip and Joanna Gaines proud.

We opted for the pimento cheese and ham on a biscuit and an order of the baked egg, Benton’s bacon and cheese with gravy. Both were outstanding for several reasons, mostly because each ingredient was top-notch by itself.

The gravy wasn’t too heavy, and had just the right amount of kick to the sausage. And the bacon … most breakfast sandwiches at Buttermilk come with Benton’s bacon. For the uninitiated, Benton’s purveys some of the smokiest and most flavor-bursting bacon that the state of Tennessee has to offer.

For breakfast dessert — because you deserve a treat for leaving the house before 9 a.m. on a Satuday — we enjoyed a bread pudding core. If heaven were has a food that it serves at the entrance, I think it would taste like this. Imagine the core of a cinnamon roll, which we all know is by far the best part, and then smother it with a praline sauce that hardens into a frosting. I guarantee it tastes even better than you’re imagining.

East Sarasota isn’t always top of mind when it comes to breakfast destinations, but if you haven’t made it to Buttermilk Handcrafted Food yet, call it a holiday gift to your taste buds.

Buttermilk Handcrafted Food, 5520 Palmer Blvd, Sarasota, (941) 487-8949, facebook.com/buttermilksrq. 

Pictured: Buttermilk Handcrafted Food offers some of Sarasota’s best biscuits, but it’s the ingredients in between that really shine. Photo by Kevin Allen.

[New Menu]  The Epicurean Tuscany Menu at Michael's on East

On December 1st, Michael's on East launched the Epicurean Tuscany menu.

"The culinary team at Michael’s On East is challenged to create new dishes inspired by the world’s most exotic destinations each month. Join us to experience ever-changing, palate-pleasing global cuisine with Michael's Epicurean Adventures," says marketing director, Billy Hoyle. "The three-course dinner menu is available Tuesday through Saturday evenings for $42.95 per person." 

Pictured: Prosciutto di Parma & Aged Fontina-Stuffed Chicken Breast Creamy Tuscan Artichokes & Oven-Dried Tomato Sauce Crispy Capers and Toasted Fennel Oil, Broccolini and Creamer Potatoes. Photo courtesy of Michaels on East.

[Arts & Entertainment]  FST Announces its 2023 Stage III Series Lineup

Florida Studio Theatre (FST) is proud to announce the lineup for its 2023 Stage III Series, dedicated to presenting edgy new work that is challenging in both content and form. The 2022-2023 Winter Season marks the first time in three years that FST has been able to present its three-show Stage III Series for Sarasota audiences. FST’s 2023 Stage III Series lineup features three premieres of contemporary plays penned by award-winning American writers.

Series at a glance: Babel by Jacqueline Goldfinger | January 18 – February 10, 2023. In this version of the future, expectant parents learn within the first few weeks of pregnancy which traits their child will have and what behaviors it is likely to exhibit. This intriguing new play follows the extreme lengths two couples go to in order to have a baby. Babel probes the world of modern eugenics, explores the societal value of a baby, and asks us what we are willing to risk for love. NNPN Rolling World Premiere. The Last Match by Anna Ziegler | February 22 – March 17, 2023. Regional Premiere. It’s the semifinals of the U.S. Open. Sergei Sergeyev, an up-and-coming Russian phenom, and Tim Porter, a great American superstar in the twilight of his career, go head-to-head under the lights of the tennis court. Journey into the minds of these two extraordinary players as they consider the shots they didn’t take, the sacrifices they made for success, and the legacy they may leave behind. By match point, much more has been won and lost than a game of tennis. Paralyzed by Etan Frankel | March 29 – April 21, 2023. World Premiere. Leigh and Lee are two strangers who have little in common besides their names—she is a Type A statistician and he is an aggressive former athlete. But the discovery of a mysterious suicide note in a hotel bathroom sets their lives on unexpected paths that go anywhere but according to plan. Paralyzed tells a striking story of guilt, personal responsibility, and the power of forgiveness. 

To learn more click here.

[Community Improvement]  New Multiuse Recreational Trail Opens to the Public on Selby Gardens’ Downtown Sarasota Campus

A new Multiuse Recreational Trail, or MURT, has opened along the perimeter of Selby Gardens’ Downtown Sarasota campus. The 800-linear-foot MURT gives pedestrians, joggers, cyclists, and others safe access to the campus as well as to the Sarasota Bayfront from neighborhoods south and east of the Gardens. The paved trail runs the length of the northern and eastern borders of Selby Gardens’ property, along Mound Street/US Highway 41 to the north and South Orange Avenue to the east. It is the first component of Phase One of the Gardens’ Master Plan for its Downtown Sarasota campus to open, and it represents just one of several improvements being contributed to the community as part of the project. The new pathway significantly widens the previous sidewalk that bordered Selby Gardens’ campus, running a maximum of 12 feet wide on Orange Avenue and adding width on Mound Street as well. It meets the requirements of a multimodal trail, meaning it can be used for walking, jogging, cycling, and in-line skating. In addition to installing a wider sidewalk, Selby Gardens has provided some of its property along the northeast corner of its campus to accommodate off-site traffic improvements near the corner of Orange Avenue and Mound Street without affecting the planned building setback for that area. A future highlight of the MURT, according to Rominiecki, will be the garden views that pedestrians and cyclists will enjoy when using it. “When Phase One construction on our project is completed next fall, everyone who utilizes the MURT will gain wonderful, sweeping views of new garden features and historical elements of our campus,” said Rominiecki. “The design is intended to make the Gardens look and feel more open, not hidden behind a fence or a wall. That’s something people will be able to enjoy on either side of our property line.” The landscaping plan for the MURT involves adding an irrigation line and new plantings to be maintained by Selby Gardens’ horticulture staff. Additionally, a small area near Palm Avenue on Mound Street is temporarily covered with asphalt, but that will be replaced by pavers at the time that the original Augusta block is reinstalled on historic Palm Avenue within the campus. While those elements will come later in the project, Rominiecki says that opening the MURT in the meantime for multimodal access is a major milestone. “All of us at Selby Gardens are deeply grateful to our Chair, Marianne McComb, and her husband, Bill, for their important support of our campaign, which has made this element of the Master Plan possible,” said Rominiecki. The entirety of Phase One of Selby Gardens’ Master Plan is expected to be complete in October 2023, less than a year from now. 

To learn more click here.

[New Drug]  Pioneering Work of Two Local Scientists has Led to Lecanemab, an Exciting New Drug for Alzheimer’s Disease

Thirty years ago, Drs. Michael Mullan and Fiona Crawford who co-founded the Roskamp Institute with Bob and Diane Roskamp in Manatee County, were members of the team that found the first ever genetic causes of Alzheimer’s Disease. Their identification of genetic errors in the gene for the amyloid protein, which results in its build up in the brain, showed that amyloid could cause Alzheimer’s Disease. Finally, a drug built on that premise, is heading for approval by the FDA. The drug, made by Eisai and called Lecanemab, has been shown to reduce the amount of amyloid in the brain and results in clear benefit for patients, with better retention of memory and other mental functions in the early stages of the disease. Importantly, common daily activities such as socializing, caring for oneself and communicating were all preserved better in those Alzheimer patients taking the drug compared to controls. FDA approval for the drug is expected next year with availability for patients soon after.  

To learn more click here.

[Annual Event]  2023 Big Bill Big 5K Supporting the Big Bill Foundation In Memory of Bill Robinson-

The 3rd annual Big Bill Big 5K will take place at a new location, the Robinson Preserve in Bradenton on Saturday, January 21st, 2023 at 8:00 a.m. The Big Bill Big 5K will benefit the Big Bill Foundation which was created in memory of Bradenton native and co-founder of Fit2Run, Bill Robinson after he lost his battle with Leukemia in 2020 at the age of 70. The Big Bill Foundation’s mission is to provide scholarships to survivors of childhood cancer. At this year’s Big Bill Big 5K, multiple scholarships will be awarded during a heartfelt ceremony on race day. Awardees will be presented with a scholarship check and will be recognized for their perseverance and bravery. In addition to the scholarships, race awards and various prizes will be presented to race winners! Fit2Time is the race management division of Fit2Run. The memory of Big Bill Robinson is commemorated in the Fit2Run Bradenton store which just celebrated its first year of business. Since the opening of the Bradenton store, Fit2Run has opened numerous stores in both Florida and Puerto Rico with huge growth goals for 2023. Stop by your nearest Fit2Run location to say “Hi” or shop online at fit2run.com. Be sure to stay up to date with all things races and Big Bill by following us on social media @Fit2Time, and keep up with the latest gear by following @Fit2Run_therunnerssuperstore. 

Pictured: Big Bill Foundation, Tyson Odom Family. Photo courtesy of Fit2Run.

[Holiday Event]  DreamLarge Announces RADD Holiday Bash in Support of Boys and Girls Club

DreamLarge, the first registered benefit corporation on the Gulf Coast of Florida, is excited to announce a RADD Holiday Bash, a purposeful evening event in the Rosemary District celebrating the holidays and supporting those in need through a toy drive for local nonprofit, Boys and Girls Club of Sarasota and Desoto Counties. On Thursday, December 15 from 5-8 pm, multiple free events will take place around DreamLarge (513 Central Avenue, Sarasota, FL 34236) including a festive group bike ride (pre-registration required), a live performance by the Sarasota Music Conservatory, DJ Ba$$god slinging holiday tunes, plus drinks and local food trucks including Great Heights Creamery, Cookies by the Graham, and Sarasota Eatz. All are encouraged to bring a new, unwrapped toy to DreamLarge in support of the Boys and Girls Club. Since 1970, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota and DeSoto Counties have played an integral role in the Sarasota County community, providing daily programs and services to thousands of young people. The mission of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota and DeSoto Counties is to enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens. The entire community of visitors and bike riders can support the Boys & Girls Club by bringing new, unwrapped toys to the party and participating in the free evening festivities. BLVD Bike Rides, a group bike ride, will offer free participation and VEO bike rentals in exchange for toys. Thanks to the generosity of the City of Sarasota and its new VEO program, all VEO bikes are being provided free of charge. 

Pictured: BLVD Bike Rides, a community outreach initiative of DreamLarge, aims to bring residents, neighbors, and friends together to celebrate the community and cycling in downtown Sarasota.

To register for any of the festivities and to pre-register for the bike ride click here.



[Forage]  Convivir!
Kevin Allen, kevin.allen@srqme.com

CONVIVIR | The search for authentic Mexican cooking and culture runs through La Primavera.

 

Amalia Flores owns Sarasota-based Chef Amalia Private Chef & Catering Services and appeared on the first “Master Chef Latino” that aired in the United States. Find out what sets Chef Amalia's cuisine apart through the link, on our social media, or in the December Edition! 

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[SOON]  BUSINESS: Amore Restaurant Extends Savor Sarasota Promotion to December , June 1 – December 18

Amore Restaurant has decided to extend Savor Sarasota Menu through December 18th (not combined with any other offer and, not available on special occasions). Savor Sarasota is a 3 course menu dinner for $35.00 per person. The restaurant offers a Portuguese and an Italian menu. They are open Wednesday through Sunday from 5 to 9PM. Fridays and Sundays 5 to 9:30pm. With indoor and outdoor seating available. Easy and free parking. Menu can be viewed here:https://www.amorelbk.com/savor-sarasota/

[SOON]  GRAB BAG: Geckos Grill and Pubs Trivia , July 1 – June 1, 7:30 pm

Geckos Grill & Pub’s Award-winning Trivia-Think While You Drink! If you love Trivia, join the fun at Geckos all year round. All Trivia starts at 7:30pm. We will have prizes, giveaways and specials plus the Geckos made-to-order fare, signature cocktails and hospitality you love. Monday trivia will be held at the Clark Road location in Palmer Crossing and on Tuesdays at the SR 64 location in Braden River Plaza. The SR 64 location will be taking a break from Trivia in October, but will start back up in April. On Wednesdays, trivia will take place at the Hillview Street location in Southside Village. www.GeckosGrill.com.

[SOON]  FOOD: Make Your Christmas Feast Easy and Delicious! , December 6 – December 25

Holiday roast pre orders are now open! You can now order everything you need for your holiday feast! Tenderloin, Wagyu and Rib Roasts, Tomahawks, Turkeys, six home made take and bake side items, sauces and Der Dutchman Pies! Also featuring our Warface Marinated Tenderloin Roast!

[SOON]  BUSINESS: The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota Invites Guests To Celebrate the Holidays In Style On Florida’s “Gulf Pole” , December 10 – December 17

Create new family traditions this season at The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota with holiday fun for the whole family. Throughout December younger guests will rejoice with opportunities to write and send letters to Santa via the resort’s magical mailbox. For a more direct line to Jolly Old St. Nicholas, kids can reach The Santa Hotline to receive daily updates on preparations from the North Pole. Also available, are resort-wide Holiday Gnome Scavenger Hunts, and surprise visits from Santa himself. Parents won’t want to miss the chance to get a holiday card-worthy family photo, with the resort’s beautiful holiday living room scene at the Healing Garden providing a scenic backdrop. Hanukkah and Christmas Tree Festive Bundles are also available to enliven guests’ in-room experience with holiday cheer and décor. Additional family friendly activities (available to resort guests, residents, members and local guests) include: Gingerbread House Decorating (Dec. 10, 10-11:30am): After donning chef’s hats and aprons, decorate a festive gingerbread house guided by The Ritz-Carlton’s pastry team; Polar Express Movie Night (Dec. 16, 5:30-8pm): Take a trip to the North Pole, complete with hot chocolate and s’mores, with a screening of this classic holiday film. Special characters will greet guests and each child will receive their own sleigh bell – just like in the movie. Families are encouraged to wear pajamas for extra coziness; Breakfast With Santa On The Bay (Dec. 17, 9am-12pm): Have breakfast with Santa himself. Children will enjoy fun, interactive activities including face painting, balloon art, cookie decorating and photos with Santa. The breakfast buffet will be served on The Bayview Lawn.

[SOON]  BUSINESS: Festive Food and Drink at the Ritz Carlton , December 31 – January 1

Festive Food & Drink This year, the resort will be bringing back its lavish Grand Ballroom festive dining experiences – a guest and local favorite. The experiences will kick off with a Christmas Day Brunch featuring a traditional feast curated by the resort’s master chefs. Followed by an exquisite Christmas Grand Ballroom Brunch featuring chef-attended action stations. Christmas Eve and Christmas Day dinners are also available for guest reservations at Jack Dusty and Ridley’s Porch, both serving seasonally themed menus. In the lobby, overnight guests can indulge in daily surprise and delight experiences including culinary creations from the resort’s talented chefs, après-sun hand-shaved ice-cold snow cones, decadent holiday-inspired shooters, morning fresh squeezed juices, and more. Club Lounge guests will enjoy exclusive culinary programming and offerings like Autumn Sangria, cookie decorating and hot cocoa, twelve-days of Christmas champagne pairings, and more.

[SOON]  THEATER: Asolo Repertory Theatre: Chicken & Biscuits , February 15 – April 13, Varied

The hilarious new play CHICKEN & BISCUITS introduces us to the Jenkins family, as they gather to celebrate the life of their beloved and recently deceased father and grandfather, the Revered Bernard Jenkins. When an unexpected guest reveals a secret, they all discover that nothing brings a family together like a big side of drama. This side-splitting new Broadway comedy explores the tenderness of family, the joy of reconciliation, and the nourishing power of love. Written by Broadway newcomer Douglas Lyons and directed by the talented Bianca LaVerne Jones, who was associate director of the 2021 Broadway production, CHICKEN & BISCUITS proves that while family may drive us crazy, we’re lucky to have each other. 

Asolo Repertory Theatre

[SOON]  THEATER: Urbanite Theatre: That Must Be The Entrance To Heaven , June 9 – July 9

THAT MUST BE THE ENTRANCE TO HEAVEN by Franky D. Gonzalez. A World Premiere. June 9 - July 9, 2023. Urbanite Theatre. Glory. Survival. Legacy. Citizenship. Four Latino boxers all chase a world title to achieve their personal versions of heaven. But to get there, they must battle each other, their own battered bodies, and the universe itself. All four men walk the line between life and death in this poignant, poetic collision of combat and cosmos. For tickets and info contact - phone (941) 321-1397, email info@urbanitetheatre.com, website www.urbanitetheatre.com.

Urbanite Theatre , 1487 2nd Street Sarasota FL, 34236

[SOON]  PERFORMANCE: FST - A Place in the Sun - A Tribute to Stevie Wonder , November 16 – April 16, Varied

A Place in the Sun – A Tribute to Stevie Wonder, will begin playing in FST’s Goldstein Cabaret on November 16, 2022. The new music revue celebrates the legendary musician whose catalogue spans six decades and multiple musical genres, taking audiences through the beloved songbook of musical pioneer, Stevie Wonder. Created by Jason Cannon, Richard Hopkins, and Sarah Durham, this all-new Cabaret features such timeless hits as “I Just Called to Say I Love You,” “Isn’t She Lovely?,” and “Superstition.” Tickets are now on sale at FloridaStudioTheatre.org or at 941.366.9000.

[SOON]  MUSEUM: Holiday Splendor: Toys for Tots DEC 1, 8+15 , December 1 – December 15, 5:00 - 8:00 PM

Celebrate the holiday season and help support the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots, serving Sarasota and Manatee counties. Local schools will provide musical entertainment on the Bolger Campiello. Food and beverage will be available for purchase. All venues will be open for self-touring, including the Museum of Art, Ca' d'Zan, and the Circus Museum. Admission to this event is free with one unwrapped toy per person. Regular admission will apply without a toy donation. $15 Adult / $5 Child. Guests are encouraged to shop in the Museum Store, which has a large selection of toys under $20. Please enter through the Visitors Pavilion.

[SOON]  PERFORMANCE: Asolo Repertory Theatre: Cabaret , November 16 – December 31, Varied

Willkommen to Kander and Ebb’s iconic CABARET, which transports us to 1939 Berlin and the dynamic and pleasure-filled Kit Kat Klub. As a dark shadow falls over the city and the power of the Third Reich begins to mount, the Klub’s performers and patrons must decide if they’ll wake up to the evil on their doorsteps or continue to escape to the alluring fantasy world of the cabaret. Since its debut in 1967, this classic musical has won countless awards, including the Tony Awards® for Best Musical, Best Score, and Best Revival of a Musical. Packed with vibrant and beloved songs like “Willkommen,” “Maybe This Time,” “Money,” “Don’t Tell Mama,” and, of course, “Cabaret,” this timely masterwork will burst to life on stage under the direction of Broadway and Asolo Rep favorite Josh Rhodes. 

Asolo Repertory Theatre

[SOON]  BUSINESS: Wellen Park Announces Schedule of Holiday Events to Celebrate the Most Wonderful Time of the Year , December 3 – December 17

Wellen Park is lighting up the holiday season in its own signature style with a Bright Bike parade, lessons in mixology, the spirit of giving, a visit from Santa, and so much more. Throughout December, Wellen Park is hosting family-friendly and age-restricted events at its Welcome Center, which are complemented by CoolToday Park’s annual Braves Jingle Jam and Tomahawk 5K. “The holidays really capture the essence of Wellen Park and its emphasis on joy, heartfelt connections and community,” said Christine Masney, vice president of marketing of Wellen Park. “We have planned many fun, meaningful experiences that are unique to Wellen Park for families to create memories they will cherish for years to come.” The upcoming events take place in the Welcome Center, 12275 Mercado Drive, Venice, overlooking Downtown Wellen, where the first phase of the region’s newest gathering hub is nearing completion. From the Salvation Army’s Angel Tree, now through Dec. 4, to a fun-filled weekend of festivities, Dec. 16-17, there are plenty of ways to celebrate the holidays at Wellen Park.December’s fun-filled calendar reflects the vibrant spirit of Wellen Park and foreshadows a full winter season of activities and events beginning in mid-January 2023 with the opening of Downtown Wellen’s outdoor amenities. Most activities are free and open to the public, with advance registration required for some events. For more information or to register, visit wellenpark.com/events.

[SOON]  MUSIC: Sarasota Concert Association announces Free Music Matinees , January 4 – April 19, 12:00 PM

The Sarasota Concert Association announces its 2023 Music Matinees concert series. These four free noon-time concerts showcase exceptional regional musicians performing a variety of musical styles, including classical and folk music. Scheduled this season: Passerine; Wednesday, January 4 at noon. With inventive vocal harmonies and song-writing skills, supported by the sounds of acoustic strings, Passerine offers a fresh take on traditional folk and bluegrass music, as well as a repertoire of original songs that range from ballads to contemporary Americana. Duo Pianists Michael Baron and Priscila Navarro; Wednesday, February 22 at noon; The Baron-Navarro Piano Duo performs a wide range of music, from classical to popular, for two pianos and piano four–hands with electric energy and melting lyricism. Their New York City debut as a piano duo at Carnegie Hall in March of 2022 was sold out and met with critical acclaim. Soprano Hein Jung and pianist Gregorios Zamparas; Friday, March 17 at noon Soprano Hein Jung has performed in recitals and with opera companies in major cities throughout the U.S, Italy and South Korea. She will be accompanied by pianist Gregorios Zamparas who has been praised for his versatility as a recitalist, orchestra soloist and chamber musician throughout the U.S. and Europe. Cellist Natalie Helm and Pianist Jesse Martins; Wednesday, April 19 at noon Principal Cellist of the Sarasota Orchestra, Natalie Helm is a soloist, chamber musician, orchestral musician, and educator. For this performance she will collaborate with pianist Jesse Martins, who also serves as conductor and vocal coach with the Sarasota Opera. The concerts are free but pre-registration is required and available 30 days before each concert at SCAsarasota.org. Performances take place at David Cohen Hall in the Beatrice Friedman Symphony Center, 709 N. Tamiami Trail. Visit www.SCAsarasota.org or call the box office at 941-966-6161.

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