Dining

What’s the Difference Between Authentic and Imitation Crab?

Crab is like a perplexing puzzle for so many people. They don’t always know how to eat it. They don’t know where it comes from, what it should taste like, and what makes good crab in the first place. It’s... Read more

How to Properly Eat Crab Legs and Lobster

Imagine this scenario. A visitor is in a place they aren’t extremely familiar with. They want to live a bit like the locals and join in the fun. It doesn’t take long to realize they may have made a terrible... Read more

International Cuisine with 5 of Siesta Key’s Restaurants

Most visitors to Siesta Key come for the white quartz sands, the local shops, restaurants and nightlife destinations of Siesta Village and ocean adventures. However, Siesta Key also has an impressive array of international dining options for an island of... Read more

Best 5 Recipes to Try for Your Next Beach Vacation

While it’s fun to eat out once in a while, you may want to cook at home while on vacation. Fully equipped kitchens at a Siesta Key vacation rental at one of our Peppertree Bay vacation condos can help with... Read more

Top 5 Restaurants to Get Local Seafood

Siesta Key may be known for its breathtaking crystalline sand beaches, outdoor attractions, and stunning Gulf of Mexico views, but for many visitors, it’s all about the impeccable local seafood. Siesta Key is small enough to keep everything within a... Read more

Best Restaurants for Dining with Kids

There’s a dizzying array of restaurants available on Siesta Key. Some are brilliant beach fiestas on the water while others are romantic and quiet, tucked away on the northern side of the island in Siesta Village. Many who visit Siesta... Read more

The Old Salty Dog in Florida

Looking for a restaurant in Siesta Key? If you’re hankering for a hot dog, then The Old Salty Dog is the place to go! The Old Salty Dog is a British style pub with three locations (City Island, Siesta Key,... Read more