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Get Off The Couch, Bradenton! 20 Cool Things to Do in November

It’s been a rough few weeks for Manatee County, but as businesses, organizations, and our community as a whole work together to rebuild, supporting local is more important than ever. Please – choose to buy local whenever you can, and

Piesano’s Stone Fired Pizza: Classic House-Made Italian Food

Piesano’s opened a year ago in Bradenton and is celebrating its 15th year in business. This original Florida business has 14 locations from Gainesville to Bradenton and on both coasts of the state. It all started as a pizza take-out

White Oak Cottage: Shopping, Bar & Dining Experience

I’ve made a fantastic discovery some 42 miles outside of Bradenton. It’s a unique home and decorating store that also houses a bakery, a bar, and a restaurant. “Drink, Dine & Shop” is their tagline and it all comes together

Manatee’s Best Hidden Gems: Michelle Stitch & Sew

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

Discover Left Coast Sol: A Treasure Trove of Coastal Elegance

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

Manatee’s Best Hidden Gems: Goodfriend Honey Co.

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

Celebrate Halloween in Manatee County 2024

Halloween is here and Manatee County is gearing up to celebrate. Whether you’re looking for fun places to trick-or-treat pumpkin patches, costume parties, or festivals, we’ve got you covered. Join us as we explore the top ways to celebrate Halloween

Get Off The Couch, Bradenton! 15 Cool Things to Do This Month

It’s been a rough start to the month in Manatee County, and our hearts go out to everyone who continues to be impacted by Hurricane Helene. While we considered skipping this month’s article, we also recognize that now, more than

Manatee’s Best Hidden Gems: FEWD Tent

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

My Favorite Ooey Gooey Sandwich: A Search for The Best Grilled Cheese in Bradenton

I take my food fixations to heart and the grilled cheese has now taken over me. Once, when I was 11, I went on a two-week family trip and ate nothing but fried shrimp the entire time. Not bad, right?