2022 Fall Newcomers Guide
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NEWCOMERS GUIDE TO PARADISE 71 NEW ORLEANS SHAVED ICE Born from a New Orleans tradition of combining smooth fluffy snow with bold flavors. Pelican's SnoBalls 4045 Tamiami Trail, Port Charlotte 941-883-2957, pelicanssnoballs.com HAVE A SEAT IN THE LIVING ROOM This Venice restaurant serves comfort foods from shepherd's pie to enchilada bakes, that are tried and true family recipes, in a quirky wine bar ambiance that feels like a living room. The restaurant seats about 50 people and is furnished with soft sofas, lamp lighting and treasures contributed to owner Greg Gover from frequent customers who have been coming since he and partner Jerry Epifanio opened the doors. Their motto is: "Eat, Drink and Relax." 2357 S. Tamiami Trail, Venice 941-244-2834, thelivingroomvenice.com WATERFRONT DINING WITH DIVERSE MENU AT FARLOW'S ON THE WATER Farlow's On The Water is a popular Englewood restaurant that touts it's tropical dining which includes a variety of seafood and steak dishes. Look for unusual fare such as goat tacos, St. Croix beef pate, St. Croix seafood pie and Kentucky Hot Brown House. 2080 S. McCall Road, Englewood 941-474-5342, www.farlowsonthewater.com SWEET TREATS AT ZOET SWEET BOUTIQUE Jordy Beumer, chef and co-owner of Zoet Sweet Boutique likes to surprise customers with unusual creations and flavor combinations. The shop's gourmet ice cream draws crowds looking for something different for their cones, sundaes, floats and banana splits. The shop also has cookies, cupcakes, cheese cake and other sweets plus sandwiches and salads. 27670 Bermont Road, Unit 2, Punta Gorda. 941-769-1746, zoetsweets.com SEAFOOD, FUN & FESTIVE ATMOSPHERE Voted the Florida's Best Beach Bar in 2013, 2018 and 2019, soak in the sunshine and dine in relaxed style while sipping a refreshingly cool beverage. Located in the Shark's Tooth Capital of the world and nestled at the base of the famed Venice Fishing Pier, thebeach-front restaurant offers a stunning view of the Gulf of Mexico. Sharky's On the Pier 1600 Harbor Drive, Venice 941-488-1456, www.sharkysonthepier.com PHOTO PROVIDED Just one visit to Sharky's and you'll understand why after 33 years and counting, it has become a Venice-area landmark. adno=3857668-1 Welcome to SWFL, we are Charlotte Mercantile would like to say welcome to the neighborhood. Charlotte Mercantile OVER 37 DIFFERENT MERCHANTS Located in the Port Charlotte Town Center Charlotte Mercantile is also fairly new. We are a co-op of small local businesses with over 37 different merchants. Charlotte Mercantile has everything from coastal decor, hand-sewn items, ladies garments made in Florida, the fi nest Swarovski Crystal's, Opal Jewelry, 3D printed art, pet inspired gifts, croc charms and snap jewelry, local made pottery and much more. Again, welcome to the neighborhood and we hope you love our area just as much as we do. FILE PHOTO Diners may choose to enjoy wine, appetizers, or dinner in a living room setting at The Living Room in Venice.