Despite losing some parking spots, owners at the Toasted Mango Cafe erect a tent each morning because of the demand for outdoor seating. (photo by John Morton) By John Morton When city rules were temporarily loosened to encourage outdoor seating Read More
Corvina is similar in texture and taste to group, but at a better price. (submitted photo) By Scott Dolan The months following Easter are prime time for Florida’s most well-known edible fish such as grouper and snapper. This is because Read More
By John Morton Once upon a time, there was an island community that had county leaders shove a big hotel down its throats. Little Red Riding Hood and the Big Bad Wolf only wish they had such a terrifying tale Read More
Doc Dojutrek fooled this pompano when using a jig on the north side of Siesta Key. (submitted photo) Each season is different, and weather is a major factor when it comes to fishing. The March weather was pretty typical, though Read More
Connie Lewis applies the perfect touch at her new spa. (photo by Jane Bartnett). By Jane Bartnett Longtime Siesta Key massage therapist Connie Lewis has opened a new boutique day spa called Spa Experience Siesta Key on the second floor Read More
Feb. 24 burglaryA man left his rental condominium at noon to go to the beach and returned at 2:30 p.m. to find that someone had entered and rummaged through his unit. He reported numerous pairs of shoes, clothing, and a Read More
Pizza N’ Brew sits at the old City Pizza location in Crescent Plaza. (photo by John Morton) By John Morton The business formerly known as City Pizza has changed its name, but it remains part of the family. It transitioned Read More
By Jane Bartnett When Norma and Bill Abel opened Abel’s Ice Cream 10 years ago, they never dreamed that their little shop would become a Siesta Key and Sarasota institution. “When after four-and-a-half years, we decided to sell and we Read More
The Herbie the Love Bug cars are ready for departure at Robin Hood Rentals in the Siesta Key Village. (submitted photo) By John Morton “They only go as fast as about 35 mph, but you feel like you’re going 50 Read More
Studio owner Michael Schindler (left) participates in exercises with instructors Lauren Nevius (middle) and Jillian Walker. (photo by John Morton) By Jane Bartnett There’s a new yoga studio in town. And it has a fun name. Studio Yooga, in the Read More
