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Best Of:
Business Spotlight
Waterfront Dining
Read about our feature restaurants of the month
Enjoy delicious meals and amazing views at these fabulous waterfront restaurants
Meet the Chef
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Who's Who in Area Eateries
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Welcome! the TownTaster magazine . . .
About TownTaster
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October 2011 • Vol. 1, Issue 1
Publisher
PCI Publishing, LLC 941-548-1908 info@towntaster.com
PCI Publishing has taken their 38 years of experience and designed a publication that will connect our community in a TownT whole new way. aster M
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In Each Issue • Read reviews of your favorite local establishments & their specialty dishes in our Business Spotlight • Find specials each month that will tickle your taste buds • Enjoy attention grabbing articles that will explore the food world at its finest • Keep updated on the times and locations of all hottest events, grand openings & festivities in our Taste-ful Events section
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• CONTENTS • Page 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Welcome to TownTaster Page 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Why Advertise? Page 4- 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Advertising Opportunities Page 6 - 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sample Ads by Category Pages 8-9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sample Preferred Menus Page 10-11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Our Official "TownTaster"? Page 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . On the web ~ www.TownTaster.com 2
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Editor
Valerie Longo 941-932-8884 valerie@towntaster.com
Social Media
Lenny Longo lenny@towntaster.com
TOWN TASTER
Town Taster reserves the right to accept, modify, or reject any and all content submitted for publication, whether paid or otherwise, solely at its discretion. Unless otherwise expressly noted, Town Taster and PCI Publishing, LLC does not endorse or warrant any products or services contained herein. The opinions expressed herein are those of the authors. Submitted materials will not be returned. Adver tising rates and information available from: PCI Publishing, LLC, 1202 Gary Avenue, Suite 13 Ellenton, FL 34222 Phone: 941-548-1908 Town Taster is published monthly. Subscriptions are FREE - to continue receiving Town Taster on a monthly basis, visit our website at TownTaster.com. Periodical postage is paid in Bradenton, Florida.
Why Advertise? Targeted Demographics
Avg. Household Income $75k+
Avg. Ages 30-75
High Discretionary Income
Consumers with a "Love for Food"
Distribution
Subscription based
Centralized mailings to most populated areas
Mailed directly to consumers
Available at high profile locations around town: Grocery stores Hotels Real estate rental offices Other local hot spots
Make your advertising dollars count! The TownTaster is the most attractive, effective and affordable, highlytargeted print media in the Gulf Coast region We are the ONLY free food and restaurant magazine available at your local grocery store offering a one-of-a-kind marketing niche Our targeted market ensures your advertising dollars are at work for you - and not wasted on blind mailings or hard-to-find passive locations We are the only "all food" content publication that is published monthly providing you maximum frequency on your dining specials. Utilize our unique Business Spotlight and highlight your business to residents & seasonal visitors looking for something new and exciting. Food lovers desire something new, let them know you are there! We are social media experts! Let us promote your business to the local social media food scene and enhance your marketing experience with TownTaster Facebook and Twitter. Not the same old stuff! Our "Best of Series" will have readers anxiously awaiting the next issue offering a wide variety of anticipated content and buzz! Professional and targeted reviews are written each month to help highlight your specialties and drive traffic in your door! Over 10,000 copies of each issue with a pass-along-rate of 12,500 are mailed and distributed at local high profile locations for high penetration to food lovers everywhere. Subscriptions are FREE! Available for viewing on our website too - TownTaster.com for maximum exposure
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Advertising Options Advertising to fit your budget... Make your advertising dollar work for you as you choose from one of our many advertising opportunities. We are proud to bring you an affordable advertising medium that combines superior print quality with credible distribution methods. BUSINESS LISTINGS Business listing consists of name, address & phone number
QUARTER PAGE Quarter page ad consists of a 3.5” X 4.75” full-color ad.
Fine Dining Chuck's Steak & Wine...............941-123-4567 3456 Main Street, Sarasota
Sports Bar / Pizza / Deli
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Joe's Tavern..............................941-890-1234 250 Main Street, Sarasota __________________________________________
One-half page ad consists of a 7.25” X 4.75” full-color ad.
The House of Pizza....................941-555-8888 1000 Olive Avenue, Bradenton
FULL PAGE Full Page ad consists of a 7.25” x 9.5” full-color ad.
OUTSIDE BACK COVER Full Page ad consists of a 8.5” x 8” full-color ad (under mailing address portion) 4
BUSINESS LISTINGS
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Casual Dining Starfish Bistro............................941-123-4567 1122 Beachfront Drive, Holmes Beach
Specialty China Dragon Buffet..................941-234-5678 456 Eigth Avenue West, Palmetto
BEST OF SERIES:
Each month a feature article will name 4-5 restaurants as being the “Best Of ” in a specific theme. Our “Best Of ” articles are an excellent method for advertisers to place their business on a pedestal and influence readers to come to their establishment.
Upcoming Feature Articles: October - Waterfront Dining November - Holiday Dinners
December - Inventive Rolls January - Happy Hour
BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT:
A tremendous value-added opportunity for your Gulf Coast business to be singled out and gain the additional exposure you have been seeking. We have one "Business Spotlight" available per issue. This advertorial encompasses a two-page spread with full color photographs. Our editorial department will interview the business owner and an impressive "Business Spotlight" feature article will accompany your photographs.
PREFERRED MENUS:
Put your best foot forward by showcasing your menu in our "Preferred Menus" section. Encourage the right customers to come in by showing them your unique menu items and daily specials. Entice new customers with a great menu and a strong message.
Meet the Chef - Who's Who In Area Eateries:
This advertorial is designed to let our readers get to know the chefs behind the best creations in town. They’ll read about the passion behind the food and the background stories of some of our town’s finest dining establishments. Whether new to the community or one of Sarasota’s well-known names in food we will sit down and talk with the master behind the scenes to get an insider’s view for our readers.
Recipe of the Month:
Every month we choose a seasonal ingredient and give our readers an in depth analysis of its history, harvest and cooking tips. The Recipe of the Month / Cocktail of the Month is an advertorial that will accompany this feature article. Your chef, restaurant and recipe will be showcased in this half-page advertorial with full color photos.
Additional Opportunities TownTaster
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Sports Bar / Pizza / Deli
Joe’s Tavern $
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Domestic Pitchers Sat, Sun 3-6pm
The House of Pizza Dine In or Carry Out
941-555-8888 Bradenton’s Finest Pizza
Happy Hour Everyday 3-11pm
250 Main Street Sarasota 941.890.1234
Voted “Best Sports Bar” 2011
of Holmes Beach
Manatee's Newest Locale for Casual Seafood Dining, Music and Cocktails
Casual Dining
Fresh Fish Served Daily
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941-123-4567 1122 Beachfront Drive Holmes Beach
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Specialty
C hina Dragon Buffet DAILY SPECIALS Monday - Kids eat Free Tuesday - 2 for 1 Lunch Specials Wednesday - $5 off $50 or more Thursday - Free Eggroll with purchase Friday - Live Entertainment
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In Beautiful, Downtown Sarasota
Chuck’s Fine Steaks & Wines Fine Dining
Featuring one of the largest selections of wines in Southwest Florida Call today for reservations . . . 941-123-4567 TownTaster
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Preferred Menus
é Corner f a C 777 Coffee Court Sarasota, FL
941.999.1122 Hot Drinks
12oz. 16oz.
Latte....................... $2.75 Mocha................... $3.00
$3.25 $3.50
Espresso with steamed milk and chocolate,
16oz.
Iced Latte .........................................$3.50 Iced Mocha . ....................................$3.75 Chilled espresso,milk and chocolate over ice
Iced Coffee ......................................$2.00
Topped with whipped cream
Cappuccino......... $2.75
Cold Drinks
$3.25 Espresso with steamed and frothed milk Americano............ $1.50 $2.00 Chai Tea Latte ..... $3.50 $4.00 Hot Tea ................. $1.50 $2.00 Apple Cider.......... $2.00 $2.50 Hot Chocolate .... $2.25 $2.75 Spiced Cocoa ..... $2.75 $3.25 Turtle Mocha . ...... $3.50 $4.00
Chilled brewed coffee over ice [reg. or decaf]
Frappe – Blended coffee.................$3.75 Ice blended coffee smoothies with whipped cream
Frappe-Blended Coffee Crunch.......$4.00 Skinny Frappe Freeze Smoothie......$4.25 Frappe- Flavored Shake . ................$3.50 Fruit Smoothie[frappe freeze)..........$4.00 Botanica Fruit Tea Smoothie............$4.00 Green Tea Smoothie.........................$3.75
~ DAILY SPECIALS ~ Full Bakery 6am-2pm Monday - 2 for 1 Chai Tea Lattes Tuesday - $1 Bakery Items with Coffee Thursday - $5 Breakfast Combos Friday - $2 Frappe Smoothies
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Salads
Sandwiches
The Big Chef
Ham, turkey breast, Swiss, cheddar, tomatoes, kalamata olives, hard-boiled egg slices on mixed salad greens. 6.99
Chicken Club Salad
Natural, grilled chicken breast, romaine and iceberg lettuce, grape tomatoes, sliced avocado, cheddar, asiago, bacon. 7.69
Taco Salad
Lettuce, organic blue corn tortilla chips, topped with your choice: chili or Southwest chicken chili. Garnished with cheddar, sour cream, Southwest spices, guacamole, pico de gallo. Salsa on the side. 7.09
2 Elm Street ~ Anna Maria Island 941-777-2345
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Bacon, lettuce, tomato, mayo, toasted on whole grain wheat. 5.99
Tuna Melt
Tuna salad, Swiss, mayo, tomato, grilled on whole grain wheat. 6.19
Deli Club
Preferred Menus
Karen's Organic Toasted whole grain wheat with ham, turkey breast, bacon, cheddar, Swiss, lettuce, tomato, mayo. 6.79
MANAGERS SPECIALS Half-Sandwhich with a cup of Soup OR Fruit, chips & pickle 6.99 Half Sandwich with Side Salad, chips & pickle 7.99
All products organic, nitrate-free with no artificial colors or dyes
Game Day Sports Bar & Grill APPETIZERS Spinach & Artichoke Dip..... $6.59 Bacon & Cheddar Skins..... $5.29 MVP Supreme Nachos....... $7.29 Loaded Cheese Fries......... $5.29 Chicken Tenders................. $4.99 Buffalo Tenders................... $5.79 BURGERS Angus Beef Burger............. $6.99 Patty Melt........................... $6.59 Mushroom Swiss................ $5.99
SALADS Side Salad.......................... $1.99 Caesar Salad...................... $3.49 House Salad....................... $3.99 Grilled Chicken Salad......... $7.99 Chicken Caesar Salad........ $7.99 SIDE ORDERS Sampler Platter................. $13.99 Large Basket of Fries......... $2.79 Basket of Onion Rings........ $2.99 Chips and Salsa................. $2.59
HAPPY HOUR - Sat & Sun 3-close 444 Touchdown Ave. ~ Anywhere, USA 123.456.7890
DAILY SPECIALS SUN
$1 drafts
MON
50¢ wings
TUES
$2 hot dog (12")
WED
$2 margaritas
THURS $5 pizzas FRI
All Day TGIF Happy Hour
SAT
$2 samplers
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Where will we Each month a winner will be chosen from entries on our website, facebook and various contests to be an officical TownTaster. Our “TownTaster” will visit a chosen restaurant and enjoy dinner for two. Their feedback will help form a review to be featured in the next month’s issue of the TownTaster magazine.
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"Just a note to thank you again for another year of fantastic service. We have advertised with PCI for over 15 years and have always been very satisfied. We have found the books to be a wonderful source of advertisement as the residents in the park use the books. As you know, in this day and time it is important for a business to use their advertisement dollars wisely. We feel we are getting our money's worth with you." Lacy Boltin Boltin Pest Control, Inc., Dade City, FL
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