Spring into Sarasota Sarasota in spring is a premier destination for sun-seekers, baseball aficionados and art and music enthusiasts. The city’s celebrated beaches afford visitors the ultimate in outdoor fun with many watersports and attractions keeping beachcombers satisfied.  When the Baltimore Orioles invade Sarasota for spring training, fans flock to watch their favored Orioles soar…

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Our Caragiulos Italian-American Restaurant has been serving authentic Italian cuisine from handed-down family recipes since 1989. Dad Tony Caragiulo and his five sons came to Florida from Brooklyn, New York, to find a location for opening an Italian restaurant. They spent two weeks traveling around Florida and had no luck until Dad spotted the vacant…

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The Italians definitely discovered something special with their cooking, and Italian food has become popular across the United States. However, many people stick with chain restaurants and don’t know about the diversity of Italian cuisine. At Caragiulos, we specialize in old family recipes you and your fellow diners are sure to love. Family and food…

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While in Sarasota, one of the ways that I like to avoid the cooler days is to visit art museums. The Art Center Sarasota has a wide variety of modern pieces that I like. The exhibits tend to change more frequently at this location than some of the others in the city. The John and…

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New Years Eve in Sarasota

Will you be celebrating New Year’s Eve tonight in Sarasota? If so, you will be very happy to know that there are a number of fun things to do in this great city. One of the events that one can attend is the Ritz-Carlton Sarasota New Year’s eve block party. It starts at 8 p.m.…

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Leave cold weather behind!

When a break is necessary from White Christmases and chilly New Years celebrations, it’s time to consider spending the winter season in Sarasota, Florida. With an average of 75 degrees F and sand instead of snow, why not enjoy the warmth? Sarasota is known for its beaches, but the City also offers museums, art centers,…

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Take in a holiday parade in Sarasota

Get ready for the holidays as the parades begin in Sarasota. Hundreds of people take part in the parade, and there are thousands of viewers who line the sidewalks and streets. The annual holiday parade takes place in early December. There is a new theme each year, but it is sure to put a smile…

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Holiday Shopping Ideas in Sarasota, Florida

Holiday Shopping Ideas in Sarasota, Florida   Winter is just around the corner, and now is a great time to begin planning for the holiday shopping season in Sarasota, Florida. If you are looking for unique home decor treasures from around the world, look no further than Artisans’ World Marketplace. Elysian Fields is an excellent…

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Halloween fun in Sarasota

If you are looking for a good scare in Sarasota, Florida, you won’t have to travel far. The Manatee Burial Grounds’ Spirit Voices is a fun event for families with children over the age of 10. It is a tour that utilizes past diary entrances to bring to life people who have passed away in…

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Don't miss Caragiulos when you visit Sarasota

Caragiulos is a delightful Italian-American restaurant located in Sarasota, Florida. The atmosphere is comfortable, relaxing and offers the feeling of a simple meal shared with friends and family around the dinner table at home. Whether you enjoy the fresh baked bread, homemade biscotti or one of their delicious pizzas, a meal at Caragiulos Italian-American Restaurant…

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