WHAT’S HAPPENING THIS WEEKEND?!
Friday, May 19th, 6:30pm | Wine and Dine: Northern Italy | Publix Aprons Cooking School at University Walk | 2875 University Parkway Sarasota
Take a culinary journey into Northern Italy with this demonstration-style cooking class. Sit back, relax, and sample wine while the chefs do the cooking. You will be able to enjoy all the delicious menu items including Coppa bruschetta with rosemary-infused ricotta and bacon jam, potato gnocchi with arugula pesto, sundried tomatoes, and Pecorino-Romano, lamb ragout with fig polenta, and a delicious dessert!
Saturday, May 20th, 9am | 2023 Natural Food Festival | St Pete | 833 22nd Street South
This event will feature plant-based food trucks, cooking demonstrations, local produce vendors, guest speakers, live music, and more! This festival will also educate you on plant-based eating, introduce natural healing products, provide information on how to tackle health disparities, and support the grand opening of the new Deuces Food Forest.
Saturday, May 20th, 8am | Sarasota Dragon Boat Festival | Nathan Benderson Park | 5851 Nathan Benderson Circle
This event is back for its 5th year to bring together culture, sport, and international flavors that blend a 2,500-year-old tradition with the fun and excitement of an outdoor festival. The races will begin around 8:30am and continue throughout the day. The festival grounds will offer a variety of activities for participants and spectators, including food trucks, cold beverages, shopping, and more! Interested in being more involved? You can join a team and race!
Sunday, May 21st, 10am | Farmers’ Market at Lakewood Ranch | Waterside Place | 7500 Island Cove Terrace
Experience some of the region’s best food and flavor with more than 100 curated vendors! Farm-fresh produce, delicious prepared foods, and specialty items and gifts are just a few of the wonderful things the Market has to offer. You may also enjoy live music, find your flow in a free yoga class, or bring the kids to get creative with crafts in the interactive art corner!
Sunday, May 21st, 11am | Sarasota Veganfest | Nathan Benderson Park | 5851 Nathan Benderson Circle
This family-friendly event will feature food trucks, live music, vegan food, raffles, shopping, free face painting, and a family fun zone that includes live-sized games, coloring, and more! While admission is free (donations suggested), VIP and VIP+ options will also be available to score you some event swag and bonus tickets for the raffle.
