Author Archives: Q-tips

Selva

University Town Center – 67 N. Cattlemen Rd. Sarasota – 941.358.6272 selvagrill.com 3/5/26 – Q-tips say: Yes, go and enjoy. We went for the Happy Hour menu – 4pm to 6pm in the Bar/Lounge only. Had a wonderful time with … Continue reading

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TURTLES REST. Siesta Key/Sarasota FL 3/3/26

TURTLES REST. 8875 Midnight Pass Rd., Sarasota, FL 34242, (941) 346-2207, turtlesrestaurant.com Q-TIPS SAY – After our trip to Myakka Park – went to Turtles. Great view on the bay, service, drinks and the food is good. The Q’s have … Continue reading

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MYAKKA RIVER STATE PARK Sarasota FL 3/3/26

MYAKKA RIVER STATE PARK 13208 State Rd 72, Sarasota, FL 34241 –(941) 361-6511 myakkariver.org Q-Tips say: $6.00 per car is the entrance fee for the entire day!  Did see some alligators in the waterways. THINGS TO DO AT MYAKKA:A VISITOR … Continue reading

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John and Mable RINGLING Museum – Sarasota FL 3/2/26

RINGLING MUSEUM – 5401 Bay Shore Rd., Sarasota, FL 34243, (941) 359-5700ringling.org Hours: Mon-Wed, Fri-Sun 10 am – 5 pm, Thu 10 am – 8 pmClosed only for Christmas and New Years Day. Q-TIPS say: GO & ENJOY! Went for … Continue reading

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BRIO Italian Rest. Sarasota FL 2/26/26

BRIO – 190 University Town Center Dr., Sarasota, FL 34243, (941) 702-9102brioitalian.comQ-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. … Continue reading

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Song Sung Blue

Based on a true story, two down-on-their-luck musicians (Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson) form a joyous Neil Diamond tribute band, proving it’s never too late to find love and follow your dreams. Q-tips say: YES, watch it. A great movie … Continue reading

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Connors Steak & Seafood Restaurant 2/19/26

Connors  Steak/Seafood – 3501 S Tamiami Trl., Sarasota, FL,  (941) 260-3232 , http://connorsrestaurant.com Q-tips say:  They offer the same menu to eat in/to go/take out. Go and enjoy! Good food, drinks and ambiance & great service from Grant. Began with sharing: A dozen Blue … Continue reading

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Wicked 2 –

Wicked, the untold story of the witches of Oz, stars Emmy, Grammy and Tony winning powerhouse Cynthia Erivo (Harriet, Broadway’s The Color Purple) as Elphaba, a young woman, misunderstood because of her unusual green skin, who has yet to discover … Continue reading

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Carrabba’s Italian grill

2/15/26 – 5425 University Pkwy University Park, FL 34201 -(941) 355-4116 – carrabbas.com Both Q’s began with: their Old Fashion on Happy Hour Menu. ITALIAN OLD FASHIONED – Maker’s Mark Bourbon,Disaronno Amaretto, Orange, and a Cherry. Mrs. Q had: non … Continue reading

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Flemings Steak House

8306 Tourist Center Dr Bradenton, FL 34201 – flemingssteakhouse.com (941) 536-0774 2/13/26 – Went in the Bar Area for Social Hour Specials. The service was terrible. Asked for bread 3 times from two different people & never received the bread. … Continue reading

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