When Gecko’s introduced meal delivery, it used a local company to handle the service. But then a couple years ago, a restaurant delivery giant bought the local delivery company — and Gecko’s lost local control. “You have folks picking it up who you don’t really know,...
VENICE — Despite the dust and noise at Fisherman’s Wharf, customers are showing support during the renovations underway at the Dockside Waterfront Grill at 509 N. Tamiami Trail on U.S. 41 before the KMI Bridge leading to downtown. It is business as usual with kitchens...
From indoor and outdoor tiki bars, to a bar housed in a century-old brick building, some of our most historic watering holes READ MORE
The restaurant business is one of the fastest-growing industries in the U.S. It is estimated that by 2028, there will be almost two million new jobs in the industry. Vet2Chef, a program that trains veterans to become cooks, is looking to prepare former members of our...
The greatest draw to enjoying a sunny vacation in beautiful Sarasota County is our endless coastline and proximity to the water. The best way to maximize your exposure to “Vitamin Sea” is exploring the area via the intracoastal waterway - think of it as our inland...
One of Florida’s most famous foods, one with deep ties to the Sarasota-Bradenton commercial fishing industry, is back on the menu. Stone crab season started Tuesday and runs through May 15. Dockside Waterfront Grill 509 N. Tamiami Trail, Venice; 941-218-6418;...
Restaurant News in Sarasota-Bradenton-Venice-Englewood: Sept. 26-Oct. 2 Sarasota Herald-Tribune Gecko’s unveils new dinner and drink menus Gecko’s Grill & Pub, a Sarasota dining and drinking mainstay since 1992, has updated its dinner and cocktail menus. New...
Sarasota Magazine, 8/9/2019 The Central West Coast Chapter of the Florida Public Relations Association (CWC-FPRA) was recognized with 16 Golden Image awards during FPRA’s 81st annual conference in Tampa. Chapter members were recognized for excellence in public...
Tired of the same ol’ happy hour? These local dive bars are worth a shot. Pour one out for the local dive bar. An American tradition, dive bars are informal watering holes with dedicated (and very eclectic) clienteles. The drinks are cheap, and they’re always...
As someone who grew up in Southeast Asia, I feel most at home during summer. It’s not just the steamy weather I love, it’s being able to enjoy activities not possible during the other nine months of the year. To me, that means I can run in Central Park without...
Two restaurants in Venice and Longboat Key make the list compiled by OpenTable, based on an analysis of 12 million-plus reviews of more than 30,000 restaurants across the country. If you’re a fan of waterfront dining, you likely won’t find a better U.S. destination...
Gecko's Launches Month-Long 'Iron Chef Challenge' Olivia Letts, Sarasota Magazine During the competition, each Gecko's location will design a special Iron Chef Menu and a winner will be chosen each week Starting today and running through Sunday, June 9, diners can...
