Almost everybody recognizes the name of Ringling Brothers in relation to that famous circus that puts on “The Greatest Show on Earth.” Yet, few people outside of Florida realize the storied history that this venerable circus has in shaping the city of Sarasota, Florida. Back in the early 1900s John Ringling was considered to be [...]
Located on the western coast of Florida, Sarasota is the ideal destination for a winter getaway. While many areas of the country are blanketed under snow and ice or are otherwise experiencing the frigid chill of winter, the weather in Sarasota is pleasant almost year-round. In fact, even in the winter months, the average highs [...]
When snowy winter storms threaten to dampen life's outlook, it may be time to head for sunnier locales. Sarasota, situated between the cities of Tampa and Ft. Myers, is the ultimate in Florida beach vacations. Its temperate winter climate makes it a great place to enjoy outdoor activities that are normally reserved for the summer. [...]
There are plenty of things to do in downtown Sarasota. Visitors can spend the day shopping and then have a great dinner at Caragiulos. Women who need new clothing and footwear can find these items at Juno & Jove or Lotus. More footwear is available at T. Georgiano's Shoe Salon. Readers will enjoy browsing [...]
The cannoli is a popular Italian dessert that is widely known throughout the world. However, even though millions of people have consumed the delicious treat, not many people know exactly what it is or how it originated. The tube-like dessert is not only made from simple and delicious ingredients, but it also has an interesting [...]
In 1989 Tony Caragiulo and his five sons left their bakery in New York to travel down to Florida to find a location for their restaurant. After a two-week search, Tony found the perfect spot on Palm Street in Sarasota. From then on, it quickly became one of Sarasota's most popular eateries. Using the finest [...]
