Continuing Season of Discovery, the SARASOTA Orchestra under the direction of Anu Tali presents its third Masterworks concerts...ENIGMA...Thursday through Sunday. Guest artist, Steven Hough, one of classical music's living legends, joins the Orchestra and is featured in several piano pieces, including his tribute to British composer, Benjamin Britten.
The Orchestra has been receiving rave reviews, and with the season in full swing, these performances will sell quickly. To order tickets for these concerts click here.
AMORE, a new restaurant on Long Boat Key, has been drawing crowds from all over, so we decided to see for ourselves. This new restaurant is owned by Adrea Bozzolo whose popular Andrea's on Siesta Drive in Sarasota continues to thrive. AMORE is in Paul Mattison's former location tucked behind Publix.
On a Saturday night in January, full to capacity, what jumps out to you immediately is the noise. Most restaurants here are loud; this one seems louder. The food is good, not great and for the most part, not inexpensive; especially if you like a drink or two with your meal. The service was quite good with many assisting our server. Amore is a fine addition to those who live on the Islands of Sarasota/Bradenton. Unless meeting friends who live in that area, it is not a place I would go out of my way to visit.
The Location is in the Kohl's Center 5215 University Parkway. While there you can also visit Fresh Market, Jason's Deli and Square 1 Gourmet Burgers, Peltz Shoes, Ryder Bikes and several other retailers.
This week's SILL/ Music Monday Series was special featuring father and son team of Brandon Ridenour on trumpet and his father Richard on piano. From Gershwin to Chopsticks we were entertained as well as educated on this duo's success. And the good news is they are coming back to SARASOTA in May to perform at the Historic Asolo / Artist Series. There will be two performances one at 7:30 on May 2 and the other at 2:00 pm on May 3. To purhcase tickets before a sure sellout or to learn more about the entire series click here.
AMERICAN SNIPER one of the six movies nominated for an Academy Award is raw and brutally frank. Telling the story of Chris Kyle who served 4 tours of duty in Iraq, it is straight forward like most Clint Eastwood movies. Bradley Cooper is at his best and in my mind goes to the front of the line for Best Actor. He is totally believable. And for those who have followed his career from frat boy humor flicks to adult movies he has easily become one of the best earning an acting nomination for the past 3 years. It will be hard to not give it to him this time.
You have until February 16 to see one of the grandest art exhibits of our era. No, unfortunately it is not in SARASOTA , but only a few miles away. Now at the DALI MUSEUM in St. Petersburg, about 45 minutes from University and 75, the best of Dali is combining with the best of Picasso for a once in a lifetime opportunity to see these great artists side by side. After the museum experience, lunch awaits you at THE HANGAR next to Museum. You can leave your car and walk to one of the most popular casual restaurants in that area. Click here for menu and hours of operation. 
JIM'S RANT.....Throughout the country as well as SARASOTA, record numbers of you are suffering either the flu or a bad cold. Please do yourselves and those around you a favor.....STAY HOME.....GET RID OF THE PROBLEM...do not pass on to others..
Thank you Tracy for a job well done and the necessary editing need this week. Until next week.......JIM
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