Because every journey has a flavor. Notes on local meals, small kitchens, and the stories that unfold around a good table.
If you live in Nokomis/Venice long enough, someone’s going to tell you to try Briandi’s Restaurant. It’s that little Italian place on Tamiami Trail — easy to miss from the road, but once you’ve been, you understand why people keep going back. Family-run, friendly, and focused on the food. A Local Favorite with Big-Hearted Flavor […]
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Chickpea Tacos – Easy, flavorful, satisfying With two cans of chickpeas in the pantry and not being too interested in making my regular chickpea salad, I went to my go-to for a new idea: A Couple Cooks website. Having tried at least half a dozen of their recipes in the past, I found them all
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If you’re searching for a great pizza in Venice, Florida, Sicilia Italian Pizzeria should be one of your top choices. Known for its authentic Italian flavors and handcrafted pizzas, this local gem is a must-visit for pizza lovers craving a genuine taste of Italy. What Sets Sicilia’s Pizza Apart? The crust is the star of
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Recent visit and meal at Cafe Evergreen I recently had dinner at Cafe Evergreen in Venice, Florida. I had the Vegan “Pulled Pork” Sandwich. The sandwich combines lentils, carrots, smoked paprika, herbs, and spices, is topped with a vinegar super slaw, and is served on a gluten-free ciabatta roll. The sandwich comes with one side
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