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Cafe Amici – 1371 Main St., Sarasota, FL 34236, (941) 951-6896, cafeamicisrq.com Q-Tips say:  Enjoyed our meal, service and drinks at this family owned Italian restaurant. Our shared appetizer was: Carpaccio – Paper thin beef sprinkled with oil, lemon, and … Continue reading →

The Brilliant Young Mind – This heart-warming and life-affirming story follows the unconventional and hilarious relationship between student and teacher – whose roles are often reversed – and the unfathomable experience of first love – even when you don’t understand … Continue reading →

CAROL – Carol, an unrequited lesbian romance set against the closeted and intolerant era of 1950s America. Carol (Cate Blanchett) is a rich wife who meets Therese (Rooney Mara), a department store employee who assists with her Christmas shopping. They … Continue reading →

Apollonia Mediterranean Grill– University Shopping Center, 8235 Cooper Creek Blvd, Bradenton, FL 34201, (941) 359-4816, www.apolloniagrill.com Q-Tips say: We really liked: The complimentary olive mixture w/ olive oil and drizzles of balsamic vinegar and our appetizer SAGANAKI Opa…! Grilled Kasseri … Continue reading →

The Fremont Diner – 2660 Fremont Dr., Sonoma, CA 95476, (707) 938-7370, thefremontdiner.com Love going to off the beaten path restaurants and this is one of those places. We enjoyed breakfast at The Fremont Diner with “The Son” and “the … Continue reading →

Winchester Mystery House – 525 S Winchester Blvd., San Jose, CA 95128 (408) 247-2101, winchestermysteryhouse.com Treated the “adult kids” to the Winchester Mystery House and had an enjoyable time. Children age, 7 and up, are allowed. Won’t say it is … Continue reading →

Ryde Hotel – 14340 Hwy 160, Walnut Grove, CA 95690, (916) 776-1318 rydehotel.com Ryde Hotel Sun Brunch has a great selection of fresh food, seafood, meat, eggs, fruit, etc. along with Champagne Mimosas and other drinks along with musical entertainment. … Continue reading →

Casa Nostra– 9217 Hwy 9, Ben Lomond, CA 95005, (831)609-6132 ristorantecasanostra.com Mrs. Q says: Sounds like a restaurant you might find in Chicago, but not so. It is in Ben Lomand, Ca. Nice place which has good food/a nice wine … Continue reading →

Ophelia’s on the Bay – 9105 Midnight Pass Rd., Sarasota, FL 34242 opheliasonthebay.com Ophelia’s offers a Happy Hour Drink specials and Bar Bites between 5 and 6 – Only in the bar area. Their menu changes daily. They offer a … Continue reading →

Cortez Bait & Seafood Market –They have moved to: 12110 Cortez Rd. W, Cortez FL 34215 941-794-1547 Q-Tips say: Heard Cortez Village is drinking town with a fishing problem. Don’t know about the drinking part but they offer a seafood … Continue reading →