12524 Highfield Circle Lakewood Ranch Country Club Quality & Attention To Detail By Ed Bertha Photography by Detlev von Kessel Layout by Christian Lunardi Arriving at 12524 Highfield Circle one immediately senses a connection with nature. This custom Lee Wetherington estate home backs to a nature preserve, ensuring privacy and a sense of tranquility not normally found in a neighborhood. Walking up the pavered circular drive, one passes the motor court with two 2 car garages flanking each side. Stepping onto the portico, double glass paneled wood entryway doors with wrought iron insets cast an inviting look. As you enter […]
Suncoast Powerboat Grand Prix Festival Continues To Grow By Ed Bertha & Lucy Nicandri “As the purse is emptied, the heart is filled” Victor Hugo A recent Economic Impact Report released by Visit Sarasota County indicated that this year’s 31st Annual Sarasota Powerboat Grand Prix Festival generated an economic impact of $32 Million dollars for the local area, an increase over $26 Million in 2014. Direct expenditures also showed an increase from $17 Million to $20 Million. From out-of-county attendees surveyed 88.7% indicated that they traveled to the Sarasota area because of the race and 85% of those surveyed plan […]
2015 Suncoast Powerboat Grand Prix Benefiting Suncoast Charities For Children Photography by Chuck Carroll Enjoy photography from this year’s event covering: Festival Kickoff Party It’s a “nautical night of giving” fundraiser at the Sarasota Yacht Club The Friendliest Catch This invitation-only outing is for the physically and mentally challenged Meet & Greet See who is in the driver’s seat of the powerboats at this reception Festival Parade of Boats Check out the powerboats, and teams, as they get pulled through downtown Sarasota Bayfront Fireworks Spectacular Celebrate Independence and the boat races with these blasts in the sky Powerboat and Jet […]
2017 Bentley Bentayga, Uniquely Yours By Fred Krasne Named after the 4,200 foot mountain rock, Rocque Bentayga, in Spain’s Grand Canary Island, Bentley has launched an incredibly rapid (0-60 mph in 4 seconds, top speed of 187 mph), all new powerful (W12 engine producing 600 hp/664 lb ft torque), and ground breaking luxury sport utility vehicle that will be truly bespoken for the new owner. It will provide an astonishing experience in not only its ride and handling but by its limitless capabilities to traverse through ice, snow, sand, mud, gravel and off road trails. Drive Dynamics Mode offers the […]
Chef Paul Mattison Represents Southeast At American Harvest Workshop By Cindy Cockburn Photography by Terence McCarthy “Chef Paul Mattison was one of five chefs in the nation invited to the American Harvest Workshop this past September 12-16 at the prestigious Cakebread Cellars in California. He was the only Chef representing Florida and in fact, named as the only Chef in the Southeast asked to participate in this annual event. The American Harvest Workshop is a celebration of wine and food located in the heart of the Napa Valley. Now in its 29th year, this is an intense “hands on” program […]
James M. Towery The Art and Science of Design with Nature By Ed Bertha Photography by Giovanni Lunardi Layout by Christian Lunardi Growing up in Michigan, outside Detroit, James “Jim” Towery’s life was like so many others in The Motor City. His father worked in the automotive industry and mother in the local church. Jim could have followed his father’s footsteps, but a summer stint with a local gardener changed his trajectory. It was the love of the outdoors that set Jim’s future course, and led him to enroll at Michigan State University. Jim shares, “I’ve had an artistic flair […]
22904 75th Avenue East Horse Lovers Take Note! 10 ACRE EQUESTRIAN ESTATE $200,000 PRICE REDUCTION By Ed Bertha Layout by Christian Lunardi Bring your most meticulous equestrian buyer to this gorgeous 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath home with caged pool. The main house was completely renovated from top to bottom in 2014. There also is a mother-in law house for a caretaker or Mom only a short walk away. For the equestrian lover the property features a 15 stall horse barn with 2 tack rooms, 1 feed room and 1 hay room. Additionally there is a 60’x100′ covered, lighted arena with […]
Selah Freedom Bringing Light Into The Darkness Of Sex Trafficking By Debra Pitell-Hauge “The average age of entry into sex trafficking is 12-14 years old. At least 92% of all girls sold were sexually abused as a child. Ask me how you can help stop sex trafficking.” Click HERE for PDF of story. Florida is one of the top three states in the nation for sex trafficking. The survivors that Selah Freedom serves are local and were sold for sex right here in Sarasota, Manatee and Hillsborough Counties. It is estimated that 100,000-300,000 American children are sold into sex slavery […]
A Party With A Purpose Featuring Selah Freedom Special Guest: Elizabeth Melendez Fisher, Selah Freedom Host: Debra Pitell-Hauge, Michael Saunders & Company Click HERE to download PDF. Slide show below.
Exploring Vietnam’s Hang Son Doong Cave By Susan Hritz More People Have Been To Outer Space Than Have Set Foot In Hang Son Doong Cave “Subterranean Awesomeness” is how our group described our 5 day adventure in the Hang En and Hang Son Doong caves of Vietnam. In celebration of my son, David Olson’s 25th birthday, the two of us traveled to Vietnam to tour Halong Bay, the world’s largest cave, Son Doong, and the historical sites of Hue and Hoi An. It was an adventure of a lifetime; both physically and mentally challenging: a unique experience and a birthday […]
Rick Lamb The Other Waterfront Guy By Lalaena Gonzalez-Figueroa Photography by Giovanni Lunardi Layout by Christian Lunardi Rick Lamb has been involved in the growth of Sarasota’s housing market, famous for exceptional growth, over the last three decades. He specializes in marketing and advertising waterfront properties located in tropical areas of Sarasota that attract global attention and appreciate in value as market demand increases. One of the benefits of living in the Sarasota area is the amazing accessibility to the Gulf waters but there is a demand for waterfront property other than the Gulf. The ‘Other Waterfront’ represents an exclusive […]
7110 Hawks Harbor Circle, Hawks Harbor Your Waterfront Oasis ** SOLD ** By Ed Bertha Photography by Ryan Gamma Layout by Christian Lunardi Passing through the secure entryway gates one enters the secluded enclave of Hawks Harbor, a popular destination for those looking to live the boater’s lifestyle. Meandering along Hawks Harbor Circle, 60 stately homes with picturesque water front views, shrouded in privacy, comprise the community. Minutes from the Sarasota Bradenton Airport, or the private jet centers, the community offers easy access for those with an active lifestyle. Those with an appreciation of high culture will also enjoy the […]
The Dog Days Of Summer By Ed Bertha “It’s a smile, it’s a kiss, it’s a sip of wine… It’s summertime!” Kenny Chesney The term “Dog Days” was coined by the ancient Romans, who called these hot and humid days “Caniculares Dies” or “Days of the Dogs” after the star Sirius. Sirius resides in the constellation of Canis Major, the “Big Dog”, which is one of the hunting dogs of Orion, the Hunter in the constellation that bears his name. During the Dog Days of Summer Sirius rises and sets with the sun, and the two stars are in conjunction. […]
Saving Nature At The VUE Photography/story by Ed Bertha As the VUE continues to rise skyward we look back on the day a lone Reclinata Palm Tree, the only living thing on the job site except for the scurrying of craftsman and machines, was saved from obliteration by a move to the end of the Ritz Carlton driveway near 41. The tree was rumored to be planted in the early 1900’s, maybe predating the construction of John Ringling’s hotel. Where will this “tree on wheels” end up next? What was involved? 90 days of prep time 200 ton crane 68,000 […]
URBANITE THEATRE Launch Party Special Guests: Harry Lipstein, Brendan Ragan & Summer Wallace, URBANITE THEATER Hosts: Brandy Coffey Ruiz del Vizo and Debra Garrett, Keller Williams Luxury Homes International Click HERE to download PDF. Slide show below.
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Monday, October 26, 2015
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