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Canvas Cafe serves up childhood memories


Published: Thursday, July 17, 2008 at 7:20 a.m.
Last Modified: Thursday, July 17, 2008 at 7:42 a.m.

LET'S DO LUNCH

Canvas Cafe

Sandwiches and salads for lunch here are reminiscent of a childhood summer picnic, but in the center of town and with just enough of a twist to keep you in the present. 2329 S. Links Ave. Sarasota; 366-2233; canvascafesrq.com.

DINNER IS SERVED

Ezra

Well-prepared food with an Asian influence comes in generous portions and variety ranging from grilled bone-in rib-eye to crab cakes and hibachi-style pork tenderloin to tempura shrimp. 5629 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton; 792-0990; www.ezrafinefoods.com.

WALLET-FRIENDLY

Yoder's

Ample portions of hearty comfort food for breakfast, lunch and dinner are the hallmark here. And the bread and famous desserts are all made on the premises. 3434 Bahia Vista St., Sarasota; 955-7771; yodersrestaurant.com.

SOMETHING DIFFERENT

Tastings

The focus here is Automat-style wine tasting, but the experience is made complete by more than 21 cheeses and meats in several combinations including a Tuscan picnic, taste of Catalonia and British royal selection, or you can make up your own. 1528 Main St., Sarasota; 366-0107.


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