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A Favorite Japanese Restaurant Returns to Bradenton

Discover Bradenton’s food blogger Jean Totti reviews local Japanese restaurant Little Jo-To. Here’s what he had to say…

A European Holiday Market Comes to Manatee County – with a Gulf Coast Twist!

This December, the Bradenton Area Convention Center will transform into a holiday wonderland unlike anything the area has seen before. The European Holiday Market with a Gulf Coast Twist is the first of a series of signature events, hosted by

Celebrate the Holidays in Manatee County

Manatee County is full of holiday cheer and fun events. There’s something for everyone, from holiday markets to family activities and more. Whether you’re shopping for gifts or just enjoying the magic of the season, these events will help make

Where to Celebrate Thanksgiving in Manatee County 2024

Don’t have plans for Thanksgiving yet? No worries! Here’s a list of some of the best restaurants in Manatee County serving up a delicious feast. Whether you’re looking for a classy family gathering, a casual meal, or you want to

Manatee’s Best Hidden Gems: Happy Soul

There are so many interesting and exciting people and places in the Bradenton area, yet many don’t receive the attention they truly deserve. Over the next several months, Discover Bradenton will be uncovering Manatee County’s best “hidden gems” – the

Unique Bradenton Event Venues for Your Holiday Celebrations

Whether you’re planning an office party, family gathering, or girls’ night out, you’ll want to check out these unique Bradenton event venues!

Manatee’s Best Hidden Gems: Once Upon a Room

There are so many interesting and exciting people and places in Bradenton, yet many don’t receive the attention they truly deserve. Over the next several months, Discover Bradenton will be uncovering Manatee County’s best “hidden gems” – the locals making

In-Home Care Options for Veterans

In this month’s edition of Tips from the Pros, we were excited to catch up with Jonathan Marsh, owner of Home Helpers. Here’s what he had to say… When I started Home Helpers Home Care of Bradenton in 2015, I was

Nonprofit Spotlight: Avenue941, Inc.

There are many nonprofit organizations in Bradenton and the surrounding area. Each one is doing incredible work to support our community by helping those less fortunate, promoting the arts, providing education, and more. During our nonprofit spotlight series, we’ll highlight

Island Scoops: A Story of Resilience and Recovery

The Bradenton area’s recent trio of hurricanes left many local businesses reeling from the devastation. The longest-standing ice cream parlor on Bradenton Beach, Island Scoops, was among the hardest hit, facing overwhelming damage that washed away equipment, scattered supplies, and