The pomegranate tree is a fruit-bearing deciduous shrub with fruit rich in antioxidants, fiber, and other vitamins and minerals. Pomegranates are filled with seeds, which makes sense because “granate” comes from the Medieval Latin word “granatum,” which m... See more
A Florida vacation is pretty much always a good idea. After all, the Sunshine State really lives up to its nickname. For many Southerners, the getaway possibilities are endless thanks to an easy flight network and enticing options up and down the Sunshine... See more
The Sarasota Opera House didn’t start out as an opera house. When it first opened its doors in 1926, it was the Edwards Theatre, a glittering vaudeville and movie palace. After a decade it was renamed the Florida Theater, but as the years went on, the the... See more
Lots of recipes call for the zest of a lemon. In fact, lemon zest may even be a more common ingredient than lemon juice, although one of our favorite lemon-focused sweets, lemon curd, calls for both zest and juice from a lemon. Used in both sweet and savo... See more
A good soak in a flavorful marinade can make the difference between a dry, forgettable dinner and one that has everyone reaching for seconds. But when the timer dings and it’s time to fire up the grill for that steak or skillet for those chicken thighs, p... See more
