
Forget Halloween. The holiday season officially kicks off with Oktoberfest, a lively celebration of beer, food, and music. The rise of craft beer has taken this event to a whole new level, as our real estate agents plan to visit these great breweries and events in and around Sarasota.

The Sarasota and Bradenton areas get a lot of credit for their pristine, white-sand beaches. But our area is also one of the best boating destinations in Florida. Whether you're looking to launch a speed boat, fishing boat, sailboat, or kayak, our real estate agents are eager to share their favorite boat launch sites in the Sarasota County area.

When it comes to things to do around Englewood, Dearborn Street does not disappoint. Restaurants, shops, live events -- this section of town has it all. Most of the fun can be found on the section of West Dearborn between Lemon Bay and Indiana Avenue, where it's easy to spend an entire weekend afternoon. If you're in town this summer, our real estate agents curated a list of some fun things to do:

No matter how many great restaurants there are in Sarasota and Bradenton, sometimes you're simply in the mood for something different. Food trucks provide a great way to experience new types of food and international flavors, as well as familiar favorites – often prepared in unexpected ways. National Food Truck Day is coming up on June 30, providing the perfect excuse to explore your local food trucks. Our real estate agents have the delicious details on some of the best food trucks to try in Sarasota and Bradenton.

If there's one thing the Sarasota and Bradenton areas offer no shortage of, it's great beach views. And if there's another thing you'll find plenty of, it's great restaurants.
So if you happen to be looking for a spot that has both, you're in luck! These are our real estate agents' favorite places to grab a bite near the beach in Sarasota and Bradenton.