In the heat of summer, Sonya and her Uncle Vanya wile away their days on a crumbling estate deep in the countryside, until Sonya’s father suddenly returns with his new alluring wife, declaring his intention to sell the house.
Q-tips say: Was good. Mr. Q enjoyed it more than Mrs. Q.
2215 S Tamiami Trl, Osprey, FL 34229 (941) 918-8771
www.rosebudssarasota.com
5/2/2026 – YES, to Rosebud. Go in the Dining Room.
During “snow bird/money birds & spring break time,” make a reservation for the dining room.
The dining room is much nicer & not as loud so you can actually carry on a conversation especially during “prime season“.
Our last visit to Rosebud until we come back from Chicago visit – it was awesome. The Lamb Shank, Drinks & service by a wonderful waitress all was great .
We shared the bread & a dozen Oysters.
Dinner: Braised Lamb Shank over Rice – Best Braised Lamb Shank for dinner.
Mrs. Q had: Old Fashion up – dirty ice on the side. The other half had: Perfect Manhattan.
Mr. Q had: Perfect Manhattan & Wine.
Go in the dining room & enjoy. Also, ask for wonderful waiter, Tom.
Some of our favorite dishes: Awesome Prime Rib dinner, delicious fish items such as Salmon, several whitefish choices, ribs, shrimp, best Liver & Onions around.
PIER 22 -1200 1st Ave W., Bradenton, (941) 748-8087 pier22dining.com
Pier 22 – Good drinks, food, ambiance & nice service.
Now they have a different Happy Hour menu. – Available In All Dining Areas From 3-6 pm Daily – $2 OFF Full Size Appetizers & Flatbreads.
Shared: the Bread & Spring rolls.
Mrs. Q had: Old Fashion – Small 1976 salad & added Madura Tuna.
Mr. Q had: Old Fashion – Clam Chowder soup & Lobster Cargot – Butter, garlic, toasted baguette.
7115 Florida 64 Bradenton, FL – (941) 201-11
www.seasons52.com/menu/all-day
“Maid Day” visit means no cooking – out to Season’s 52.
Mrs. Q had: Happy Hour Cosmo & CHICKEN SOUP & shared: Philly Cheesesteak Flatbread – Beef tenderloin, cipollini onions, wood-grilled red peppers, provolone cheese sauce and added Tuna.
The other half had: Margarita & a glass of Wine. Tuscan White Bean Soup & Shared: Philly Cheesesteak Flatbread– Beef tenderloin, cipollini onions, wood-grilled red peppers, provolone cheese sauce & Tuna.
Stoner Dale Denton’s (Seth Rogen) enjoyment of a rare strain of marijuana may prove fatal when he drops his roach in a panic after witnessing a murder. Upon learning that the fancy weed can be traced back to them, Dale and his dealer (James Franco) go on the lam, with a dangerous drug lord (Gary Cole) and crooked cop (Rosie Perez) hot on their heels.
Q-tips say: We did not enjoy Pineapple Express.
“Pineapple Express” has all the elements you’d expect from the genre: male bonding, immature sexual desires, verbal scatology, formidable drug abuse, fight scenes, gunfire, explosions.
Perhaps – Pineapple Express is undoubtedly a lot funnier if you’re as high as the heroes when you watch it – But the Q-tips don’t smoke the fancy weed or want to.
Writer Jon Katz (Jeff Bridges) adopts a high-strung border collie that proceeds to disrupt his life.
Q-tips say: We really enjoyed “A Dog Year.” If you are a dog lover, “A Dog Year”, is a must see.
Found this movie refreshing and it held our interest the entire run. It had funny moments, sad moments and poignant ones also. The funniest was when the dog did the car surfing.
G T Bray Park – 5502 33rd Ave Dr W., Bradenton, FL, (941) 742- 5923, mymanatee.org/home/government
Q-tips say: G T Bray Park – or as we call it: Squirrel Park.
Mrs. Q says: Nice place to walk, take your kids/grandkids/dog in the dog park, skate park, Bike ride, etc. A fun place to feed squirrels & birds – buy only unsalted peanuts as not to upset the little tummy.
It has:
Fitness Classes, Activities & Events at G.T. Bray Recreation Center
Agriculture & Extension Programs & Classes & Swim lessons
Special Events at Manatee County Parks, Preserves & Beaches
I had – an Old Fashion.
The other half had: Perfect Manhattan & a glass of wine.
We shared the Weds. special Slammin Salmon – TWO SALMON DINNERS each with TWO SIDES & a dozen Blue
Point Oysters.
Drinks/food/service was good.
BRIO – 190 University Town Center Dr., Sarasota, FL 34243,
(941) 702-9102
brioitalian.com
Q-Tips say: Happy Hour begins at 3:00 to 6:00 in the bar/or outside sitting.
Each Q had: Their Old Fashion. Shared the bread- they have a new delicious bread service.
Each had their Happy Hour – Old Fashion.
Mrs. Q had: Soup of the day: & Carpaccio – Shaved tender beef, field greens, capers, mustard aioli.
Mr. Q had: Soup of the day & Carpaccio – Shaved tender beef, field greens, capers, mustard aioli & a glass of wine.
Indoor/outdoor/bar area seating.
Lobster Bisque
BONEFISH Grill – 8101 Cooper Creek Blvd., Sarasota, FL 34201 –
941-360-3171 – Sunday 11:00AM – 10:00 PM, Mon., Tues., Weds., Thurs., 4 to 10:30PM – Fri., 4 to 11:30PM. bonefishgrill.com
They offer hot crisp bread, service & libations. I had: Old Fashion. The other half had: Perfect Manhattan with dirty ice on the side & a glass of Wine.
We shared the Bang/Bang Shrimp – sauces on the side & bread.
Mrs. Q had: – Crab Cakes – House-made lump crab, signature sauce, lemon.
Mr. Q had: Crunch Sashimi Tuna – Sushi-grade tuna, seared rare and sliced, with sashimi sauce and tempura flakes. Served with wasabi, soy sauce and a sriracha drizzle.
Bang Bang Shrimp
