
Not in the mood for baking this holiday season? No problem! The Sarasota and Manatee areas are loaded with great, local bakeries, perfect for picking up pies for all of your big holiday events. There's a local bakery for every taste, with specialties ranging from legendary key lime pies to a huge selection of gluten-free baked goods. Our REALTORS® are here to help you ring in the season in style, with our guide to the best Manatee and Sarasota bakeries for your holiday seasonal treats.
Ginnie's and Jane E's – 9807 Gulf Dr., Anna Maria, FL 34216
Searching for something sweet close to Anna Maria homes for sale? Stop by Ginnie's and Jane E's cafe to shop for holiday pies and so much more. The bakery at this local gem stocks a wide variety of pies, with vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options available. There's also a cafe and antique shop connected to the bakery.

Before you know it, the days for holiday shopping will dwindle. If you're still looking for a few last-minute gifts, our REALTORS® suggest shopping local. Here are just a few of the many wonderful and unique stores around Bradenton and Sarasota.
Sticking to an exercise routine can be tough, especially during the holiday season. Between last-minute shopping, fun community events, and celebrations with family and friends, finding time for the gym is difficult. Thankfully, these fitness centers around Manatee and Sarasota Counties make it easy to stay in shape during the holidays.
BRADENTON, FL, December 4, 2019 – Recently Wagner Realty celebrated their support of the Bradenton Police Department and the Bradenton Blue Foundation with a presentation of flags from the recent third annual Wagner Realty Golf Classic at Tara Golf and Country Club.
The Wagner Realty 2019 Golf Classic was a great success, bringing in more than $25,000 to benefit The Bradenton Blue Foundation and our local community. More than 70 businesses and over 100 individuals joined forces to raise vital funding for the Bradenton Police Department and the Bradenton Blue Foundation, a non-profit created to meet the unbudgeted needs of police officers and our community. "The generosity, time and effort of everyone involved, is just incredible." notes Natalie Russell, event organizer and Wagner Realty...
BRADENTON, FL, December 2, 2019 – Realtor Carol Codella recently achieved her 201stsale since moving into the Pinebrook and Ironwood Communities in West Bradenton 14 years ago. Carol is a leading local Realtor who has been listing and selling properties in the area for 40 years. She was previously a Realtor in New Jersey.
Carol is a resident of The Greens, and previously lived in the Villas and the Woods, where she served on both Boards of Directors. She specializes in Pinebrook and Ironwood homes with 21 sales under her belt so far this year. "My background as a paralegal helps me provide exceptional service to my clients" notes Carol, adding "I've handled closings for attorneys, so I know how to make the process stress-free."
Over the years, Carol has earned numerous professional awards fo...