Sarasota – A Place of Beauty and Wonder
Located in southwest Florida and on the Gulf of Mexico coastline, Sarasota is an ideal retirement destination or winter escape for seniors. The city of Sarasota has a subtropical climate with mild winters of 70 degrees and plenty of white sandy beaches to enjoy on the many sun-kissed days. Sarasota features a wide array…
Read MoreWelcome The New Year With The Family At Caragiulos
The holidays are here and it is time to start planning what to do and where to be when welcoming in the New Year. There is nothing better than sharing a great meal with family and friends which is why anyone who enjoys traditional Italian and American cuisine will really appreciate the wholesome family…
Read MoreHistory of the Cannoli
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…
Read MoreSarasota: Flowers, Farmers Markets, and Famous Italian Food
Snowbirds returning to Sarasota, Florida for the winter will find many amazing activities to occupy their time. Sarasota is a place of fun and sun all year long. With daytime temperatures in the mid-70’s all winter, Sarasota offers a veritable host things to do for those fleeing the cold winter climates of other parts of…
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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…
Read MoreMarie Selby Botanical Gardens
Are you going to visit Florida? Save time to visit the beautiful and splendid Marie Selby Botanical Gardens in Sarasota. These gardens have a learning center for children and adults, plus a research center to further everyone’s education and appreciation of plant life. Become a member of the gardens and further your education of plant…
Read MoreSarasota offers Fun In The Sun
Sarasota’s tropical weather allows year round fun for the whole family, that includes parades, festivals, sporting events, and musical concerts. People can enjoy downtown Sarasota’s arts and craft shows; comedy festivals featuring well known comics; the Sarasota Jazz Festival; golfing openings; and the boating Grand Prix with fun and fireworks. From August to the end…
Read MoreFamily Business
The Caragiulo family is dominating downtown Sarasota’s restaurant scene. What’s their recipe for success? Author: Molly McCartney Photographer: Alex Stafford & Matt McCourtney In 1988, two college boys and their father, a retired New York baker, were looking for the right spot to open an Italian-American family restaurant. They had been driving up and down…
Read MoreCaragiulo Brothers Takes Sarasota By Storm
The boys from Brooklyn are at it again, and now own three excellent Sarasota restaurants that will knock your socks off. The Caragiulo brothers were once involved in their father’s successful New York bakery, but sought warmer weather to begin their own ventures in the restaurant industry, and certainly, they have achieved their goal. …
Read MoreSuncoast Restaurant Offers Device To Help Hearing Impaired Customers
SARASOTA – Going to a noisy restaurant can be difficult for the 110,000 people who are hearing impaired in Manatee and Sarasota counties. But new technology being offered at one Sarasota restaurant is making it easier for those suffering from hearing loss. The technology is used in restaurants, theaters and shopping malls all across Europe.…
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