Beach Scene Manasota Dec 2014

December 2014 | Volume 1, Issue 1

Beach Scene BS

Your News & Entertainment Source, Serving the Beaches of Sarasota and Manatee counties

38th annual Sandy Claws Beach Run

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WINTER RACE SERIES KICKS OFF

Seasonal safety zones in effect

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AMI’s Lobstahs delivers the goods

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The Sarasota Sailing Squadron and the VX-One Class Association have announced the dates for the 2014/2015 VX-One Winter Series and Midwinter Championship regatta. The annual race series will include three weekends, culminating in the Midwinter Championship in March 2015. The kickoff date for the series is Nov. 21-23.

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communitynews Use of sabiki rigs a hot topic in effort to protect birds

By Scott Lancaster HOLMES BEACH - Local fishermen and Manatee County Commissioner Carol Whitmore, a Holmes Beach resident, are looking for ways to protect seabirds, mainly pelicans, and other wildlife from getting caught and injured when going after fish attached to sabiki rigs. Sabiki rigs are fishing lines with several, usually small, shiny hooks that lure and catch bait fish.

Although many commercial fishermen use much larger sabiki lines to catch larger fish, for the most part, local pier, coastal and beach fishermen use the smaller sabiki lines that are the main concern in injuring, and sometimes even killing, local seabirds, like seagulls, pelicans, cormorants and more.

Whitmore is reaching out to the local beach community for suggestions on how to resolve the problem, whether through education or regulating the use of the

sabiki lines, although she acknowledges it is going to be a difficult issue to address.

"It's a very tough issue to address because so many local fishermen use the lines. I know for myself, I have had numerous birds go after my bait lines when I'm pulling the bait up off the pier or when I'm out in my boat," said Scott Bothman, an Anna Maria fisherman. "I really don't have a problem when I go out to one of the mile markers and pull up the bait fish from there, because it's only me and my buddies on my boat and not a ton of people fishing like off the piers, where the fish and bait attracts the birds."

Bothman agrees it's going to be hard to implement a plan to protect wildlife from fishermen using the lines because so many people use them and the birds can be very aggressive when they see fish splashing in the water.

The community is being asked for suggestions how to prevent wildlife injuries sustained from the use of fishermen’s sabiki lines.

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SIESTA KEY - "If you are unsure informed those who attended the meetwhether putting in a roundabout at the ing that no decision had been made at this point as to intersection at what plan of action Beach Road and would be made to Midnight Pass address the traffic Road is a good problem at that idea, just head up intersection. to Clearwater In addition to putBeach and try ting in a roundmerging into traffic about, removing on their roundabout the continuous and I guarantee it'll right turn lanes and wipe out any adding in a sigdoubts," said Ernie naled right turn, or Tatters, a Siesta simply doing nothKey resident who ing, are options has worked in being considered Clearwater Beach by the FDOT. and was forced to "I agree that use their roundSiesta Key residents voiced their something needs about. "It's a nightopposition to the installation of a to be done but I mare," said Tatters. roundabout at the intersection of don't think a round"One of my coMidnight Pass and Beach roads. about is the soluworkers said there tion. There has to be another solution," have been a ton of accidents, too."

At a recent meeting with the Siesta said Tatters.

The next meeting with the FDOT is Key Association, the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) slated for January.

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LONGBOAT KEY - After what seemed like an eternity, the eyesore at the north end of Longboat Key has finally been resolved. Keller Williams Realty has made an offer to purchase the abandoned Chevron station that has sat vacant for over seven years.

According to Steve Schield of the Planning, Zoning and Building Department, the building is going to require a major renovation.

"It's going to need air conditioning since the majority of the building is a garage, and also the roof is going to need some work," said Schield.

Keller Williams plans to use the building, located at 6990 Gulf of Mexico Dr., as a real estate office servicing the beach communities of Longboat Key and Anna Maria Island, to name a couple.

“We’re excited to have an office on the north end of Longboat Key, where it’s really booming,” said John Thompson, the regional manager of Keller Williams.

According to Thompson, the development of this property has been a number one priority for the town of Longboat Key. The new real estate office will house between 15 and 20 realtors.

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38th annual Sandy Claws Beach Run Enjoy a run and holiday fun as the Sandy Claws Beach Run returns to Siesta Beach on Dec. 13.

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he brilliant, white, pure quartz sand of Siesta Beach is hardpacked, making for fast finish times for this year’s Sandy Claws Beach Run. Or you can set a leisurely pace and take in the tranquil beauty of what's been named one of America's best beaches. Or you can simply find a sunny spot in the sand and cheer on the runners.

The annual race will take place at Siesta Beach, 948 Beach Rd., on Saturday, Dec.13, and will include kinesiology taping, offered pre- and postrace, and a post-race party featuring music, a holiday-themed costume contest, raffle prizes, a holiday photo op, food and beverages.

Pre-registered runners will receive a

long-sleeve event shirt and a goody bag. Race-day registrants will receive event shirts while supplies last. Awards are presented to the first six places in each age group.

The pre-registration fee for the 5K is $25, and $20 for the 1-mile Fun Run. Pre-registration ends Nov. 26. The race-day registration fee is $30 for both the 5K and 1-mile Fun Run. You can register online at scgov.net/parks or through Active.com, or complete and return a registration form that’s available at any county recreation center, library or government building.

For more information, call the Sarasota County Contact Center at 941-861-5000, or visit www.scgov.net.

Join in on the fun at the 38th annual Sandy Claws Beach Run in Siesta Key.

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communitynews Seasonal manatee protection zones now in effect The annual migration of Florida manatees to warmer waters began in November, which is Manatee Awareness Month.

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he Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is asking boaters to help protect migrating manatees by looking out and slowing down for these aquatic mammals that often rest or congregate underwater and can be difficult to see.

“During Manatee Awareness Month, the FWC encourages the public to celebrate manatees by learning more about these gentle giants, including the importance of people’s actions in conserving this iconic Florida species,” said Carol Knox, the FWC’s Imperiled Species Management section leader.

“Boaters slowing down and watching out for manatees can help protect this species from injury. Anyone who spots a

manatee that is injured, entangled in fishing line or otherwise in distress can help initiate a rescue by calling the FWC’s Wildlife Alert Hotline at 888-4043922,” Knox said.

On their annual trek, manatees, including mothers and their calves, swim along Florida’s many rivers, bays and coastal areas in search of the warmer, more stable temperatures found in freshwater springs, man-made canals and power plant outflows. Unlike dolphins and other marine mammals, manatees do not have true blubber to insulate them from waters below 68 degrees Fahrenheit, so they must find warmer waters during their migration to survive the winter cold.

Despite their size, with adults weighing 1,000 pounds on average, manatees

can be difficult to spot. That is why it is important for boaters in Florida, including those using personal watercraft, to slow down to prevent collisions with manatees, particularly in shallow areas or posted manatee protection zones.

On Nov. 15, many seasonal manatee protection zones around the state went into effect. For manatee protection zones by county, including the seasonal changes, go to MyFWC.com/Manatee, and click on “Data and Maps.”

Tips on how to spot manatees: • Wear polarized sunglasses when boating.

• Look for circular patterns on the water’s surface – the so-called “manatee footprints” that indicate a manatee’s presence below.

• Be careful when boating near shallow seagrass beds, where manatees like to graze.

• Watch for posted signs indicating manatee protection zones and appropriate boating speeds.

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be scene EVERY MONDAY Yoga on Longboat (Cancer Support) 12:30 - 2:00 p.m.

Longboat Island Chapel 6200 Gulf of Mexico Dr. Info: 941-921-5539

Nov. 29 Santa Jaws at Mote Aquarium 12:00 PM Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium 1600 Ken Thompson Parkway Sarasota, FL34240 Additional dates: Dec. 6, 13 and 20.

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EVERY TUESDAY Nia Fitness 9:00 a.m.

Siesta Key Public Beach 948 Beach Rd Info: 941-724-9719, www.nianow.com/kathy-oravec EVERY TUESDAY & THURSDAY Pilates/Yoga Mix for Beginners 9:30 - 10:30 a.m.

Anna Maria Island Community Center 407 Magnolia Ave, Anna Maria Info: 941-778-1908, www.annamariaislandcc.com EVERY FRIDAY Partners in Play 10:00 a.m.

For children up to age age, offered by Forty Carrots Family Center.

Island Library 5701 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach Info: (941) 778-6341

Dec. 1-31 Pam McMillen & Susan Swanson's "Birds & Beads" Exhibit Island Gallery West 5368 Gulf Dr., Holmes Beach Info: www.islandgallerywest.com

EVERY SUNDAY Bridge Street Market 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

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Dec. 4 5th Annual Wine, Dine & Pine Fundraiser 6:00 p.m.

Marie Selby Botanical Gardens 811 South Palm Ave. Sarasota Info: 941-366-5731, www.selby.org

Nov. 20-23 VX One Design Sailing Sportboat Regatta Sarasota Sailing Squadron 1717 Ken Thompson Pkwy Info: 941-388-2355, www.vxonemw.com Nov. 22 & 23 Anna Maria Island Arts & Crafts Festival 10am - 5pm Bridge Street Bradenton Beach Info: www.bridgestreetmerchants.com Sarasota Medieval Fair 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Ringling Woods (Behind the Sarasota Fairgrounds) 3000 Ringling Blvd, Sarasota Info: www.sarasotamedievalfair.com

Dec. 6 4th Annual Longboat Key Gourmet Lawn Party Kiwanis Club fundraiser 12-2 p.m.

The Resort at Longboat Key Club Info: 941-383-0440, www.lbklawnparty.org Full Moon Paddle - Kayaking Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium 6:30 p.m.

Info: (941) 388-4441, www.mote.org Dec. 13 Privateers Holiday Parade 10:00 a.m.

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things to do Explore the Bay: Full Moon Paddle with Mote

As the holidays rapidly approach, AMI Privateers announce annual parade

Kayaking doesn’t get much cooler than this! Take a break from the sun and explore Florida’s coastal waters at dusk during an evening kayak excursion offered by Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium on Dec. 6 at 6:30 p.m.

You’ll discover the animals that bring Sarasota Bay to life at night while taking a relaxing paddle on the moonlit water. All kayaking equipment is provided, and class begins with basic kayaking instruction.

Reservations are required a minimum of 24 hours before the program begins.

Programs are filled on a first-come, firstserved basis, and are subject to change or cancellation based on weather conditions.

Mote does not provide refunds unless the program is cancelled. However, if you provide notice of cancellation more than 24 hours before the program begins, Mote will credit your payment towards a future program.

Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium is located at 1600 Ken Thompson Pkwy. Call (941) 388-4441 or visit www.mote.org for more information.

This year's Anna Maria Island Christmas Parade will be held on Saturday, Dec. 13, followed by the Santa Open House at Coquina Beach. The parade kicks off at 10:00 a.m. at Bayfront Park, located at 310 North Bay Blvd., Anna Maria, and travels south down the length of the island, through the three island cities.

Once the parade reaches Coquina Beach, Santa will be there to hand out gifts to the youngsters and make a note of who’s been

VX-ONE Winter Race Series kicks off this month The Sarasota Sailing Squadron and the VX-One Class Association have announced the dates for the 2014/2015 VX-One Winter Series and Midwinter Championship regatta. The annual race series will include three weekends, with three days of racing per weekend, culminating in the Midwinter Championship in March 2015. The kickoff date for the series is Nov. 21-23.

For more information, visit sarasotasailingsquadron.org or www.vxonemw.com.

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Sarasota Medieval Fair returns for this year’s third and final weekend Join in on the shenanigans as the Sarasota Medieval Fair returns to the Ringling Woods behind the Sarasota Fairgrounds for this year’s third and final weekend Nov. 22 and 23.

You can watch full contact joust and human combat chess tournaments, ride rides and play games. You’ll feast on turkey legs and hearty ales from English pubs and enjoy Celtic music and the artisan marketplace with over 100 shops, food and snack booths. There’s also non-stop entertainment and merriment both days.

The fair will be held at 3000 Ringling Blvd., Sarasota, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., rain or shine. Visit www.sarasotamedievalfair.com or call 1-888-303-FAIR(3247) for more information.

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naughty or nice. There will be free hotdogs and sodas available for all.

The Privateers consider this event to be their Christmas gift to the island for all their support throughout the year, although donations of food or cash to help defray the costs would be greatly appreciated.

Donations can be made in person at the Drift Inn on Bridge Street. You can also go to the Privateers’ website and donate through PayPal. Participation in the parade is free for businesses and organizations, and all are invited to join in. An application is available online at www.amiprivateers.org.

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bar & restaurant listings Ophelia's on the Bay 9105 Midnight Pass Rd. 941-349-2212

Mar Vista Dockside Restaurant and Pub 760 Broadway St. 941-383-0881

The Siesta Key Oyster Bar 5238 Ocean Blvd.

941-346-5443

Dry Dock Waterfront Grill 412 Gulf Of Mexico Dr. 941-383-0102

Blu Que Island Grill 149 Avenida Messina 941-346-0738

Chart House 201 Gulf of Mexico Dr. 941-383-5593

Bonjour French Cafe and Crepes 5214 Ocean Blvd.

941-346-0600

Moore's Stone Crab Restaurant 800 Broadway St. 941-383-1748

The Cottage Restaurant 153 Avenida Messina 941-312-9300

Latitudes 4711 Gulf of Mexico Dr. 941-383-2451

Javier's Restaurant and Wine Bar 6621 Midnight Pass Rd. 941-349-1792

Longbeach Cafe 6836 Gulf of Mexico Dr. 941-383-7900

Sun Garden Cafe 210 Avenida Madera 941-346-7170

Harry's Continental Kitchens 525 Saint Judes Dr. 941-383-0777

Beach Bites 217 Avenida Madera 941-706-3421

Cafe Don Giovanni 5610 Gulf Of Mexico Dr. 941-383-0013

Solorzano Bros. Pizzeria 215 Avenida Madera 941-349-2767

Pattigeorge's Restaurant 4120 Gulf Of Mexico Dr. 941-383-5111

A Taste of Germany 5204 Ocean Blvd.

941-346-1800

Bayou Tavern 6814 Gulf of Mexico Dr. 941-312-4975

Turtles on Little Sarasota Bay 8875 Midnight Pass Rd. 941-346-2207

Blue Dolphin Cafe 5370 Gulf Of Mexico Dr. 941-383-3787 Euphemia Haye Restaurant 5540 Gulf Of Mexico Dr. 941-383-3633

Maison Blanche Restaurant 2605 Gulf Of Mexico Dr. 941-383-8088

Village Cafe 5133 Ocean Blvd.

941-349-2822 Lobster Pot Restaurant 5157 Ocean Blvd.

941-349-2323

3.14 Pi Craft Beer & Spirits 5263 Ocean Blvd.

941-346-1188 Captain Curt's Crab & Oyster Bar 1200 Old Stickney Point Rd. 941-349-3885

Ciao Italia Casual Italian 5370 Gulf Of Mexico Dr. 941-383-0010

Miguel's Restaurant 6631 Midnight Pass Rd. 941-349-4024

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The Hub Baja Grill 5148 Ocean Blvd.

941-349-6800

LONGBOAT KEY The Lazy Lobster of Longboat 5350 Gulf of Mexico Dr. 941-383-0440

SIESTA KEY Senor Siesta 5110 Ocean Blvd.

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ANNA MARIA ISLAND Lobstahs 5337 Gulf Dr. Holmes Beach 941-779-1000

Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe 4000 Gulf Dr. Holmes Beach 941-778-0784 Mr. Bones 3007 Gulf Dr. Holmes Beach 941-778-6614 The Waterfront Restaurant 111 Bay Blvd. S. Anna Maria 941-778-1515

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Harry's Grill 9903 Gulf Dr. Anna Maria 941-896-7879

Dry Dock Waterfront Grill 412 Gulf of Mexico Dr. 941-383-0102

Slim's Place 9701 Gulf Dr. Anna Maria 941-567-4056

Mar Vista Dockside Restaurant & Pub 760 Broadway St. 941-383-0881

Rod & Reel Pier 875 N Shore Dr. Anna Maria 941-778-1885

Moore's Stone Crab Restaurant 800 Broadway St. 941-383-1748

Sandbar Restaurant 100 Spring Ave. Anna Maria 941-778-0444

Latitudes 4711 Gulf of Mexico Dr. 941-383-2451

City Pier Restaurant 100 S Bay Blvd.

Anna Maria 941-779-1667

Pattigeorge’s Restaurant 4120 Gulf of Mexico Dr. 941-383-5111

BeacHhouse Restaurant 200 Gulf Dr. N. Bradenton Beach 941-779-2222 Island Time Bar and Grill 111 Gulf Dr. S. Bradenton Beach 941-782-1122 Bridge Tender Inn & Dockside Bar 135 Bridge St. Bradenton Beach 941-778-4849

Ophelia's on the Bay 9105 Midnight Pass Rd. 941-349-2212 Turtles on Little Sarasota Bay 8875 Midnight Pass Rd. 941-346-2207

Dry Dock Waterfront Grill

anna maria The Waterfront Restaurant & Craft Bar 111 South Bay Blvd.

941-778-1515 Sandbar Restaurant 100 Spring Ave. 941-778-0444 Rod & Reel Pier 875 N Shore Dr. 941-778-1885 City Pier Restaurant 100 S Bay Blvd.

941-779-1667

bradenton beach The BeacHhouse Restaurant 200 Gulf Dr. N. 941-779-2222 Bridge Tender Inn & Dockside Bar 135 Bridge St. 941-778-4849

Blue Marlin Grill 121 Bridge St. Bradenton Beach 941-896-9737 OMA Pizza & Italian Restaurant 201 Gulf Dr. N. Bradenton Beach 941-778-0771

Duffy's Tavern 5808 Marina Dr. Holmes Beach 941-778-2501

Cast N Cage Restaurant 200 Bridge St. Bradenton Beach 941-779-2278

Hurricane Hank's 5346 Gulf Dr. Holmes Beach 941-778-5788

Island Spice 1701 Gulf Dr. N. Bradenton Beach 941-527-0123

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Cast N Cage Restaurant

The Feast Restaurant 5406 Marina Dr. Holmes Beach 941-778-5092

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If you are visiting our beaches or are lucky enough to be a beach local, we all face the same dilemma: where to eat?

Have no fear, my feisty and finicky diners. We have selected the restaurants we feel are some of the best waterfront places to go for tasty food, an ice-cold adult beverage or just a cool place for some vittles.

Cast N Cage Restaurant 200 Bridge St. 941-779-2278

holmes beach Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe 4000 Gulf Dr. 941-778-0784 Beach Bistro 6600 Gulf Dr. 941-778-6444

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best happy hours on the beach longboat key The Lazy Lobster of Longboat 5350 Gulf of Mexico Dr., 941-383-0440 Happy Hour, 4:00 - 5:45 p.m.

Domestic Beers, $2, House wine, $3.50 Well brands, $3.50 Call brands, martinis & Manhattans, $5 Dry Dock Waterfront Grill 412 Gulf Of Mexico Dr., 941-383-0102 Happy Hour, 3:00 - 6:00 p.m.

House Wines - $5 Draft beers - $2.50 Bud Lite & Yuengling $3.50 Goose Island Sweetwater 420 Well cocktails - $3.50 to $5 Chart House 201 Gulf of Mexico Dr., 941-383-5593 Happy Hour, 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. $5 wine, $6 cocktails $7 martinis, $4 well drinks Moore's Stone Crab Restaurant 800 Broadway St., 941-383-1748 Happy Hour, 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.

Bud, Yuengling Mich Lite drafts, $2.50 House wine - Chardonnay, Merlot and Cabernet, $3 Well drinks, $3 Bayou Tavern 6814 Gulf of Mexico Dr., 941-312-4975 Happy Hour, 4:30 - 5:45 p.m.

House wines - $4, Well cocktails - $5

siesta key Miguel's Restaurant 6631 Midnight Pass Rd., 941-349-4024 Happy Hour, 5:00 - 6:00 p.m.

Well drinks - $4.50 The Hub Baja Grill 5148 Ocean Blvd., 941-349-6800 Happy Hour, 11am - 6 p.m., 10 p.m. to close $6.50 Margaritas on the rocks $4 House wines, $3 Well drinks $2 Domestic drafts Ophelia's on the Bay 9105 Midnight Pass Rd., 941-349-2212 Happy Hour, 5 - 6 p.m. $5 Martinis, $3 Domestic Beers $5 Well Drinks, $4 House Wines

anna maria island Lobstahs 5337 Gulf Dr., Holmes Beach, 941-779-1000 Happy Hour, 3 - 6 p.m. $2.50 Well Drinks, $3 House Wines $2 Domestic Pints Hurricane Hank's 5346 Gulf Dr., Holmes Beach, 778-5788 Happy Hour All the Time Bud and Miller Lite Drafts, $1.75 Island Time Bar and Grill 111 Gulf Dr. S., Bradenton Beach 941-782-1122 Happy Hour, 11:30 - 5 p.m. (Mon.-Sat.) $4 Malibu Rum, $3 Wells $1.87 Bud Lite bottles The Waterfront Restaurant 111 Bay Blvd. S., Anna Maria, 778-1515 Happy Hour, 3-6 p.m. at the bar $3 select drafts and wine by the glass $1 off well and specialty drinks Bridge Tender Inn & Dockside Bar 135 Bridge St., Bradenton Beach 941-778-4849 Happy Hour, 3-6pm Monday through Friday Botttle Beers $2.50, Draft beer $3.50 pint Well drinks $3.50 House wine at discounted price Harry's Grill 9903 Gulf Dr., Anna Maria, 896-7879 Happy Hour, 4-6 p.m.

Pitchers only: $10 Bud lite and Yuengling, $12 Stella and Fat Tire, $13 Jai Alai and Magic Hat $1 Off Wines Slim's Place 9701 Gulf Dr., Anna Maria, 941-567-4056 Happy Hour All the Time $3 Bud Lite and Yuengling $2.75 16 oz cans of PBR & Rolling Rock $5.50 Sangria City Pier Restaurant 100 S Bay Blvd., Anna Maria, 779-1667 Happy Hour, 3-6 p.m.

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The Siesta Key Oyster Bar 5238 Ocean Blvd., 941-346-5443 Oysters & Crawfish, 1/2 price from 3-6pm Drink Specials - 10pm to Close: 2-for-1 on single liqour well or top shelf 2-for-1 drafts

LBK’s newest restaurant opens its doors LONGBOAT KEY - Amore by Andrea, the brainchild of Italian-born restaurateur Chef Andrea Bozzolo and local businessman and real estate investor Howard Rooks, opened for business Nov. 13 in the space that was once the Mattison’s Steakhouse at the Plaza, at 555 Bay Isles Pkwy., just off Gulf of Mexico Drive.

The restaurant has been completely renovated and offers both indoor and outdoor fine dining, a casual lounge for Happy Hour and light bites, live entertainment and event space.

Amore features contemporary Italian cuisine, with breads and pastas made fresh daily, and organic local produce, seafood and meats offered whenever possible.

Chef Andrea, who is also the chef-owner of Andrea’s The Art of Food & Wine on Siesta Drive and the founding chef of Divino in downtown Sarasota, offers menus that follow the seasons and generally change every three months.

Amore opens at 4:30 p.m., seven days a week. 941-383-1111

Two birds, one stone for Chiles Restaurant Group ANNA MARIA ISLAND - For restaurateur Ed Chiles and his three restaurants, the Sandbar in Anna Maria, Longboat Key’s Mar Vista, and the BeacHhouse in Bradenton Beach, the emphasis is on good quality, locally sourced foods.

So, last spring, when Chiles heard of Charlotte County rancher Keith Mann’s endeavor to cut down on the feral pig population in the area, the wheels started spinning.

Mann’s idea was to dispatch trappers into areas with a high population of nuisance pigs and sell the “free range” pork meat to local restaurants. He considered the plan an ideal solution to the rampant problems caused by wild pigs - a benefit to property owners, restaurant owners, trappers and

especially the diners who get to enjoy the fresh, unprocessed meat.

Chiles contacted Mann, and now his three restaurants serve over 150 pounds of the pork every week. Those who have tried it say it is excellent, and not gamey at all.

And for those who may be a little squimish about sampling wild pork, rest assured, the meat is stringently inspected by the USDA and must be sold to restaurants by a distributor.

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thought residing in Indian Rocks Beach, just south of Clearwater Beach, was the ultimate living destination, until I hiked over the Sunshine Skyway Bridge one Sunday afternoon with the wife and kids and into paradise. Yes, the beaches of Manatee and Sarasota counties.

I'm actually kind of jealous.

Don't get me wrong, Indian Rocks Beach rocks. I know, stupid, but hey, it was just a quick thought. Regardless, we wondered over to Anna Maria Island to check it out, have some lunch and perhaps watch a little football.

Viola! We found the perfect place. But it actually wasn't a sports bar, or was it? Stand by, my dear and soon-to-be very loyal readers.

Lobstahs Restaurant and Lounge reminds me of an extremely popular restaurant up in our neck of the woods called Crabby Bills, only Lobstahs is nicer. No offense to Crabby Bill's, but Lobstahs appeared to us to be more formal. Good thing or bad thing? Who's to say? Both restaurants are known for their seafood, and that's all that really matters.

Although the dining area at Lobstahs was quite nice, with white cloth napkins and all, we felt comfortable in our casual beach attire.

No, I would not wear my bathing suit in the place, but casual beach wear, sure.

The atmosphere was pleasant. There are televisions around the bar if one wanted to down a couple cold ones and watch some football.

The only thing I didn't like on this Sunday afternoon was the restaurant's music selection. It didn't fit the atmosphere, but that's an easy fix.

I know the place is called Lobstahs but I chose to stray away from the obvious choice and try something different. I went with the

Lobstahs Restaurant & Lounge 5337 Gulf Dr. • Holmes Beach (941) 779-1000

fish and chips. It was the perfect choice. It was prepared perfectly and tasted great.

My wife ordered her signature choice - is that such a thing - the Greek salad. She loved it,

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no really, she did.

It was just the way she likes it, and she even brought home the leftovers.

I failed to mention that I had a cup of the Lobster Bisque prior to our meal. As one would expect from a place called Lobstahs, it was delicious. I should have ordered a bowl or two.

My son kept it simple, ordering the Bacon Burger. Keep in mind, folks, it was midafternoon, so our appetites hadn't peaked. That's why we chose to keep it somewhat light. My son really liked the Bacon Burger, with its crisp bacon and cheddar cheese. And, yes, I stole a bite to see for myself how good it was.

It was.

My daughter kept even it lighter than the rest of us and simply had a bowl of the Broccoli Cheese soup. She loved it, but not to discount the chef, she loves anything with cheese.

Other items on the menu are, of course, seafood items such as filet of grouper, maple grilled salmon, linguini with clams, seafood

Anna Maria. There's also a variety of salads and a great choice of appetizers, from calamari and oysters to wings and, yes, lobster nachos. Damn, why didn't I order those? Next time, for sure.

Be sure to ask about Lobstahs' specials. Red snapper and lobster tempura with sesame sautéed spinach and sweet and sour Aubergine relish were a couple of the specials the day we were there.

Our server, Christina, was very attentive and pleasant and had our food to our table more quickly than expected. It really was a great experience, from the food and the atmosphere to the cold beers and the NFL that I was able to sneak a peek at, in between my daughter and son's riveting stories. You know what I'm talking about.

Seeing my interest in the football games going on, Christina told us about the Tiki Hut Sportsah Bar, the outdoor enclosed sports bar in the rear of the restaurant. Now we're talking. With $1 drafts and pool and shuffle board, it's a very cool addition to Lobstahs. A couple of other highlights worth mentioning are Lobstahs happy hour, Monday through Friday, from 3-6 p.m., their Tuesday and Thursday lobster tail dinner, all day and all night for only $15.99, and their football package and Sunday drink specials. Lobstahs really is a cool joint. Go check it out.

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