Daily Briefing: Celebrity chef’s first Sarasota area restaurant to open next month

The celebrity chef plans to make his Sarasota-Manatee debut with a modern Italian kitchen and steakhouse opening in May. ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ Advertisement [eNewspaper]( | [Crosswords]( | [Horoscopes]( [Read in browser]( The Daily Briefing YOUR MORNING NEWS ROUNDUP Sun Apr 21 2024 [Celebrity chef’s first Sarasota area restaurant to open next month]( [Celebrity chef Fabio Viviani to open Italian restaurant Taverna Toscana in downtown Bradenton in May.]( The celebrity chef plans to make his Sarasota-Manatee debut with a modern Italian kitchen and steakhouse opening in May. [READ MORE]( [A FedEx truck travels through the city on Tuesday, June 13, 2023, in Indianapolis. ]( [FedEx laying off 220 workers in Naples, Fort Myers and Punta Gorda]( Four FedEx facilities in Southwest Florida will close resulting in the elimination of 220 jobs in Collier, Lee and Charlotte counties. [READ MORE]( [Signs posted by residents opposed to high density hotels can be seen in numerous locations around Siesta Key. ]( [Only teamwork will make the dream work for a better, brighter Sarasota]( All across Sarasota, grassroots groups are working together on issues ranging from fighting overdevelopment to protecting public education. [READ MORE]( [Music Director Troy Quinn leads The Venice Symphony into a season finale concert he says is the biggest in its history as he announces plans for the 2024-25 season.]( [Venice Symphony expands programs and range for 51st season]( As it marks the end of its 50th anniversary season, The Venice Symphony is preparing for growth, more outreach and more music in 2024-25 [READ MORE]( [Night Sky petunia's speckled petals make it a good option for a "horti-futurism" garden.]( [Goth gardens and horti-futurism are among 2024 gardening trends]( Container, pollinator and community gardening remain popular trends, but a couple new themes are popping up among gardeners this year as well. [READ MORE]( Advertisement TRENDING STORIES 1 [New downtown Sarasota bar, restaurant to be a 'place like none other']( An upscale new bar, restaurant, and piano lounge — boasting a $4 million price tag — is expected to open later this ... [READ MORE]( 2 [Does Richard Corcoran really deserve $1 million to lead New College?]( New College President Richard Corcoran received a $200,000 bonus at his annual evaluation. The bonus brings his ... [READ MORE]( 3 [One of Sarasota's most exciting restaurant openings set for this month]( The highly anticipated new Sarasota restaurant is hosting a grand opening with complimentary appetizers, pizza, and ... [READ MORE]( 4 [Critic of SMH COVID-19 response will run for hospital board]( Dr. Stephen Guffanti criticizes COVID care he and others received, seeking another review. Hospital says claims ... [READ MORE]( 5 [For subscribers] [Nearly 100 rodent droppings temporarily close Bradenton restaurant]( See which Sarasota and Bradenton area restaurants passed with flying colors, and which didn't pass first ... [READ MORE]( Advertisement Vote with Confidence This 7-day newsletter course will help you be an informed voter before Nov. 5. [SIGN UP NOW]( SUBSCRIBE TODAY Our Reporting. Your Stories. Full access to subscriber-only content on all devices. Share bonus subscription with a family member or friend. The universal eNewspaper, the digital version of our print paper, plus bonus monthly magazines and hundreds of local papers. Original reporting of our hometown teams, from high school sports to the pros. [Unlock news for $1]( [SUBSCRIBE TODAY]( [Newsletters]( | [eNewspaper]( | [Crosswords]( Follow Us Problem viewing email? [View in browser]( [Unsubscribe]( • [Manage Newsletters]( • [Terms of Service]( • [Privacy Policy/Your California Privacy Rights]( • [Privacy Notice]( • [Do Not Sell My Info/Cookie Policy]( • [Feedback](