How Sweet It Is

Norman Love Confections Has Moved

The Fort Myers-based chocolate company celebrated its grand opening in its new location this week.

04/02/2024 By Lauren Jackson

Your Health Questions Answered

Are There Harmful Metals in Our Chocolate?

High levels of lead and cadmium are found in many of our favorite chocolates. What can we do to avoid them?

02/09/2023 By Isaac Eger

Valentine's Day

Say ‘I Love You’ on Valentine's Day With a Box of Specialty Chocolates

Looking for the perfect gift for Valentine's Day? These local chocolates will do the trick.

02/08/2023 By Chloé Cuyler

Choc Talk

Make Your Own Valentine's Day Chocolates at the Faulhaber Fab Lab

Chocolate enthusiasts can transform 3D printed objects into their very own Valentine's Day chocolate mold—then fill them with their chocolate of choice.

02/04/2022 By Megan McDonald

When I Dip You Dip We Dip

Melting Pot Adds New 'Best Fondue Friends Forever' Specials

The restaurant's 'BFFF' menu is offered every Wednesday.

05/17/2021 By Cooper Levey-Baker

Choco Champs

Sarasota Shop Wins Big in International Chocolate Contest

Banyan Tree Chocolate & Cafe won recognition for its spicy chocolates and its caramels.

02/26/2021 By Cooper Levey-Baker

Gift Guide

You Can Find Indulgent Valentine's Day Chocolates at These Six Shops

Looking for last-minute sweet treats for this weekend? Here's where to go.

02/09/2021 By Cooper Levey-Baker

Be Among the First in Sarasota to Sweeten the Holidays with LOVE!

This year, start a new tradition by visiting Norman Love Confections’ new location at University Town Center (UTC).

12/03/2020

Sugar rush

Specialty Chocolate Shop Opens Tuesday

The new Norman Love Confections store is located near the University Town Center mall.

11/23/2020 By Cooper Levey-Baker

Sweet stroll

'Chocolate Walk' Takes Place in Venice Next Week

Participating businesses will be offering chocolate snacks, drinks, ice creams and even chocolate CBD.

11/10/2020 By Cooper Levey-Baker

Sweet spot

Sample Exotic Candies From Around the World at This Colorful Sarasota Shop

Dulcefina Candy & Sweets specializes in international candies and chocolates, with dozens of unusual brands and flavors.

12/06/2019 By Olivia Epstein

Chocoholic

Banyan Tree Chocolate Wins Award at International Chocolate Salon

Banyan Tree's confections won in the "Best Spicy Chocolate" and "Most Unique" categories, among others.

07/02/2019 By Staff

Indulge

Five Indulgent Desserts for Valentine's Day

From Gateau Saint Honoré to "doughquets," here's everything you need to satisfy your sweet tooth—or gift your loved one—on Valentine's Day.

02/13/2018 By Ashley Cooper

Eat This Now

The 5 Best Things We Ate This Week - 3/25/16

This week: decadent foie gras/chicken liver mousse, conch fritters, chocolate souffle and more.

03/25/2016 By Eat Beat Team

Eat Your Heart Out

Valentine's Day Candy, Ranked

Sarasota Magazine staffers pick their favorite Walgreens Valentine's Day candy.

02/12/2016 By Cooper Levey-Baker and Megan McDonald

Article

Mr. Chatterbox's Guide to The Mall at University Town Center

A boomer's guide to the new mall.

12/30/2014 By davidadkins

Article

Mr. Chatterbox's Guide to The Mall at University Town Center

A boomer's guide to the new mall.

12/01/2014 By Megan McDonald

Article

Sarasota Health News: February 2014

An alternative to open-heart surgery, advice for caregivers and fitness news.

01/31/2014 By Hannah Wallace

Article

Valentine's Day Dining: Chef Judi's Picks

Chef Judi shares her picks for how to have a romantic Valentine's Day in Sarasota--without dining out at an overpriced restaurant.

02/12/2013 By Megan McDonald

Article

What I’m Drinking

This month, John Bancroft waxes enthusiastic about Six Grapes Reserve's port wine--perfect for Valentine's Day celebrations.

02/01/2013 By Beau Denton