The Scout Guide Sarasota - Anna Maria Island to Boca Grande, Volume 8

SARASOTA ANNA MARIA, BOCA GRANDE

This guide is a celebration of all the people behind exceptional local businesses in the Sarasota, Anna Maria, and Boca Grande area. These entrepreneurs, makers, artists and shakers have followed their passion and share a commitment to our community. It is our hope that this book will inspire discovery, help you engage with these people and places on a deeper level, and enjoy the Florida Suncoast to the fullest.

This area is truly special. From the beautiful weather, majestic banyan trees, and turquoise waters adorning world famous Siesta Key, we literally live in a dreamscape. Couple that with a culturally vibrant art scene, one of the most generous and philanthropic communities in the state, and we have “paradise with purpose.” We are proudly honored to call this place home. Whether you are visiting or a long time local, we believe you will fall in love too. Thank you for connecting with us, using this guide, and supporting these incredible local businesses. We are thrilled to share another volume with you, and when you visit these places, please tell them The Scout Guide sent you!

Can’t wait to see you around town!

@TSGsarasota The Scout Guide Sarasota, Anna Maria, Boca Grande

In memory of Anna Burgett Logan, our cosmic queen.

Nikki Logan Curran

Editor + Owner

& David Warren Curran Co-owner

FOLLOW NIKKI & DAVID FOR AN INSIDER’S VIEW ON WHERE TO GO , WHAT TO DO , AND WHAT NOT TO MISS IN SARASOTA.

NIKKI LOGAN CURRAN Editor + Owner

DAVID WARREN CURRAN Co-owner

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With over 25 years of hospitality excellence, Culinary Creations by Metz has built a reputation for providing quality catered events in the regions we serve, becoming the premier caterer of choice.

Becky Soulfis Director of Catering & Events

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Dr. Kristopher Hamwi, MD Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Kristin Hamwi, CRNA

You’ll notice a difference with Caldwell Trust Company

It’s The Way we focus on relationships

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It’s The Way we go the extra mile to meet your investment needs

It’s The Way we provide great communication through a single point of contact

It’s The Way we commit to always being here for our clients, and

It’s The Way we proudly deliver peace of mind to you and your family

DOWNTOWN SARASOTA

27 South Orange Avenue

VENICE HEADQUARTERS

1400 Center Road

Caldwell Trust Services Building Wealth…Preserving Legacy The Way It’s Meant to Be 941.493.3600 ctrust.com

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ALYSSA GAY FOUNDER & CEO

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Carrie

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At Milam Bogart Dermatology, we’re putting our best face forward. From medical to cosmetic dermatology, our mission is to provide each of our patients with the most comprehensive skin care services available including: medical dermatology, Mohs surgery, cosmetic dermatology, skin cancer screening, and aesthetic services & products. 7400 South Tamiami Trail | Sarasota, FL 941.364.8220 | milambogartderm.com

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Our providers offer the highest quality dermatologic and aesthetic care in the greater Sarasota area.

Cathy P. Milam, M.D. | Megan M. Bogart, M.D. | Jane Thomas, APRN | Martha Stuckey, LMA Teresa Laninga, LMA | Savanna Novak, Aesthetic Coordinator

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VALERIE DALL'ACQUA REALTOR

Co-Owner & Executive Chef

Creating Culinary Destinations

Sharon Carole Co-Owner

Chris Covelli

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Plans to Pillows®

3232 South Tamiami Trail | Sarasota, FL 941.879.9494 trademarkinteriordesign.com i@trade_mark_interiors f trade mark interiors y @trademarkinteriorsinc

Tracee Murphy

CEO & Principal Designer

Kristin Tolbert Design Director

Brandy Smith Operations Manager

Casey Liptak Senior Designer

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Discover how TSG can help you connect with your community in print, online, and in person.

Patty O’Leary CEO

Selah Wilm’s Tumor

Amara Rhabdomyosarcoma

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Left to Right:

Marilyn Thompson, Vice Chair | Roxie Jerde, President & CEO | Daniel DeLeo, Chair | CJ Fishman, Board Member Donna Koffman, Board Member | Andrew Stultz, Treasurer | Felice Schulaner, Secretary | Jeff Troiano, Board Member

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TRAVIS SCHEUER Co-owner

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Bill Sadlo President/CEO

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Where all my patients are treated like family.

Comprehensive arterial and venous vascular surgical specialist, providing complex and minimally invasive treatment to Sarasota for the past 20 years. 941.371.6565 veinsandarteries.com

"I have been a patient of Dr Lepore’s for over 20 years. If it wasn’t for him I would no longer be alive. He is like family to me and I will forever be grateful.” - JG

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Michael R. Lepore Jr., MD, FACS, RPVI Vascular Surgeon

Schultz

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Photography

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Jeffrey Karasawa GM Photo courtesy of: Brian J. Boyd Photography

Dr. Pamela Chapman

Sigrid Olsen Designer

Heather Rippy Owner

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Cat Pennenga, Owner/Photographer

Julie Deffense, Owner

Amanda Batt, Owner

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Pansy Bayou is a Gulf Coast home and lifestyle brand founded in collaboration with Ellen Hanson Designs. We feature unique rugs, American makers, vintage finds, tableware, unique host/hostess gifts and Charlotte Osterman Textile Microboutique, all tailored to the Gulf Coast lifestyle.

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Photo courtesy of: Brian J. Boyd shot via i @ seasucker

Susan North Owner

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GEORGE BIKOS OWNER

Jennifer

Connecting readers with local businesses in print, online, and in person. SARASOTA.THESCOUTGUIDE.COM

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WHITE SANDY BEACHES

Coquina Beach | Anna Maria Island

Lido Key Beach Siesta Key Beach Caspersen Beach | Venice

SHOP ’TIL YOU DROP

Pine Avenue | Anna Maria Island

Waterside Lakewood Ranch St. Armands Circle | Lido Key Downtown Sarasota

Venice Main Street

Boca Grande Historic District

BOTTOMS UP

O & A Coffee | Waterside Place

99 Bottles Taproom & Bottle Shop | Sarasota

SaraFresh Juice | Sarasota

Casey Key Collector Wine & Bar | Venice

Dive Wine & Spirits | Sarasota

ART WALK

Village of the Arts | Bradenton The Ringling | Sarasota

The New Sarasota Art Museum Marie Selby Botanical Gardens

NAVIGATING NATURE

Robinson Preserve | Bradenton

Mangrove Tunnel Kayaking | Lido Key Myakka River State Park | Sarasota

Shark Teeth Hunting | Venice Beach

Warm Mineral Springs | North Port Shell Collecting | Turtle Beach

BITES BY BOAT

Mar Vista | Longboat Key

Ophelia’s on the Bay | Siesta Key Pop’s Sunset Grill | Nokomis

Shore | Longboat Key Eagle Grill & Miller’s Dockside | Boca Grande

Photo courtesy of: Nikki Logan Curran

Alexis Smith-Frady Realtor

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Lizette Candela Owner

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ALISSA SILVERS FOUNDER, ARTIST, CURATOR

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EDWARD ZAKI OWNER

MILA AGUIAR - ZAKI GENERAL MANAGER

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Dr. Christina Captain, DAOM

Michael A. Gilkey Jr. Landscape Architect & Owner

Laura Gilkey Design Coordinator

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GIGI KUSTER

COLDWELL BANKER REALTY

Eloise Abraham Lead Interior Designer

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Caitlin Jensen Design Assistant

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Lathrop Ford, Co-owner & Andrew Ford, Owner

CAPTIVA BEACH RESORT, A LITTLE SLICE OF PARADISE ON THE #1 BEACH IN AMERICA.

6772 Sarasea Circle | Siesta Key, FL 941.349.4131 | captivabeachresort.com i @captivabeachresortsiestakey

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WILL CARLSON CREATIVE DIRECTOR