The staff was using typewriters and Sarasota was called Clubhouse when editorial director Pam Daniel first signed on. Since then, she’s not only made the switch to computers (though the IT people might question that) but helped steer the magazine through major expansion and shelves full of awards. Still excited by the city and its never-ending stories, she loves how the digital universe has expanded Sarasota’s reach. A nature lover and thrift-store addict, she has a cute Siesta cottage filled with way too many finds, and by the time he was 5 had trained her grandson Alan to bargain at yard sales. (His biggest scores? A stuffed owl for $8 and a vintage clock radio—it works!—for  a dime.)

"I Did It For Her"

Victor Hazan on His Late Wife Marcella's Last Cookbook

The Longboat Key writer discusses the emotional process of finishing Ingredienti, released this month.

07/29/2016 By Pam Daniel

From the Editor

From the Editor: That Sarasota Luxury Lifestyle

In researching ultra-luxe local experiences, Pam Daniel has to deal with exactly the opposite at her second home in Michigan.

07/29/2016 By Pam Daniel

Oh, Florida!

Award-Winning Writer Craig Pittman on Sarasota, the Environment and His New Book

Writer and frequent Sarasota contributor Craig Pittman on his new book, Oh, Florida!, which was just released to glowing reviews.

07/28/2016 By Pam Daniel

Civil Discourse

Searching for Common Ground on Gun Laws

We asked State Rep. Greg Steube and Sarasota County Sheriff Tom Knight to sit down with editor Pam Daniel to discuss two proposed gun bills that failed during the recent legislative session but are expected to be filed again next year.

06/22/2016 By Pam Daniel

From the Editor

Talking to Dr. Beach

Siesta Beach tops the annual list of the nation’s top 10 beaches.

06/22/2016 By Pam Daniel

From the Editor

Do Doctors Care?

An inside view of a doctor's life from the chief of staff at Sarasota Memorial Hospital.

06/01/2016 By Pam Daniel

Animal Athlete

A Day in the Life of Bodybuilder Jason Huh

Bodybuilder Jason Huh is a fitness guru, marketer and social media star.

05/31/2016 By Pam Daniel Photography by Robert Castro

From the Editor

25 Years of the "Best of Sarasota"

Sarasota has changed since 1991.

05/02/2016 By Pam Daniel

Happy Days

Sarasota Ranks No. 3 on Gallup-Healthways Wellbeing Index

We were outranked only by Naples and Salinas, Calif.

04/01/2016 By Pam Daniel

Applause and Accolades

Sarasota Magazine Group Publisher Kelley Lavin Honored by Neuro Challenge Foundation.

Along with founder Doreen Sutherland, Kelley Lavin was recognized for her longtime service to the organization.

03/25/2016 By Pam Daniel

Civil Discourse

Complete Transcript: Julio Gonzalez and Ken Shelin Discuss Religious Freedom, LGBT Rights

Gonzalez's "Religious Freedom Bill" would allow Floridians to refuse to provide services to customers if they object on religious or moral grounds.

03/04/2016 By Pam Daniel

Day Tripper

Great Florida Road Trips

24 great adventures on one tank of gas.

03/01/2016 By Scott Vogel, Cooper Levey-Baker, Megan McDonald, Ilene Denton, and Pam Daniel

Civil Discourse

Should Businesses Be Required to Provide Services to Same-Sex Couples?

A conversation about gay weddings and religious freedom between State Rep. Julio Gonzalez and Ken Shelin.

03/01/2016 By Pam Daniel

From the Editor

Weathering a Rare Sarasota Tornado

In El Nino years, tornadoes are especially likely to occur in Florida. Pam Daniel remembers the ones that came ashore in January.

03/01/2016 By Pam Daniel

Something Wild

Experience Primal Nature in the Everglades

Here's how to really experience the unique beauty--and lifestyle--of the Everglades.

03/01/2016 By Pam Daniel

Economic Outlook

Fed Reserve's Loretta J. Mester Predicts Slow and Steady Growth

Mester spoke to FPA of the Suncoast at the Sarasota Yacht Club Friday morning.

02/19/2016 By Pam Daniel

Economic Outlook

Fed Reserve's Loretta J. Mester Predicts Slow and Steady Growth

Mester spoke to FPA of the Suncoast at the Sarasota Yacht Club Friday morning.

02/19/2016 By Pam Daniel

Election Fever

Republican Karl Rove and Democrat Jim Messina on the 2016 Presidential Election

Karl Rove and Jim Messina headline Ringling College Library Association's Town Hall.

02/04/2016 By Pam Daniel

From the Editor

Wake Up Call

Breakfast isn't what it used to be--and that's a good thing.

02/01/2016 By Pam Daniel

Article

Sarasota Magazine Acquired by Oregon-Based Sagacity Media

When we announced last month that Sarasota Magazine had been acquired by Oregon-based Sagacity Media, we were flooded with congratulations—and questions.

01/01/2016 By Pam Daniel