Life + Culture

A Swing for a Cause

Venetian Golf Club women raise a total of $42K for foster children Article and Photography by The women golfers of The Venetian Golf & River Club turned their passion for the game into a force for good. At a recent fundraiser, they raised $21,000 for The Twig Cares Inc. Thanks to a generous matching grant from an anonymous donor, procured by the golf club, the donation doubled to $42,000. The funds will provide clothing, shoes, and accessories—free of charge—to nearly 400 foster children who...

Health + Wellness

Women & Medicine Luncheon Raises $70K for SMH-Venice

Inaugural event educates and inspires with women’s heart health focus Article and Photography by Sarasota Memorial Healthcare Foundation’s inaugural Women & Medicine Educational Luncheon made a remarkable debut at Plantation Golf & Country Club. The sold-out event drew over 300 guests and raised more than $70,000 to support world-class healthcare in the community. The luncheon featured an interactive panel discussion on women’s heart health, a crucial topic as cardiovascular disease remains...

Life + Culture

Passionate, Positive & Purposeful!

Venice City Lifestyle Names Realtor Sally Abdella Second Annual Remarkable Woman of the Year Article by Emily Leinfuss When Sally Abdella received the news that she had been named Venice City Lifestyle’s Remarkable Woman of the Year, her reaction was disbelief. “My first thought was, ‘are you kidding me?’” she said with a laugh. “I was somewhat embarrassed. I’m just doing my thing on a daily basis, trying to live a life I can be proud of.” But to those who know her, this recognition can’t...

Food + Beverage

Elegant Indulgence

Tender grilled pomegranate rack of lamb—rich, flavorful, and perfect for celebrating Mom’s special day Article by Chef Jimmy Nadel of Tuscany Nokomis The association of pomegranate juice and lamb dates back almost 3,000 years to the Middle East. Here, the sweetness of the pomegranate marinade balances the flavor, while its acidity helps tenderize the lamb. Ingredients 1 large, Frenched, eight-bone rack of Colorado lamb Pink sea salt Freshly ground black pepper Aluminum foil For...