Home & Style

11/22/2025

The Habitat event took place at two homes, built side-by-side on on the quiet Gantry Road in North Port for two single moms with children.

NORTH PORT — The smell of campfire wood smoke wafted into the halls of a hollowed out home, as did the inside jokes and sounds of laughter as a group

11/18/2025

This story of one downtown mom-and-pop retiring and rescuing another spans three generations, several states, half a century and, actually, the world.

A win-win for two beloved restaurant families proves bittersweet for customers.

11/17/2025

An uplifting blend of memoir and design guide, Annie’s new book shows how transforming your living space can go hand in hand with transforming your mental and emotional well-being.

Annie Guest, a lawyer, mental health therapist and family caregiver renovated her home and recharged her life.

11/16/2025

For many, the Punta Gorda Garden Club’s annual Holly Days Home Tour, which began in 1993, has become an annual tradition.

PUNTA GORDA — For more than three decades, a tour that celebrates creativity, community and Christmas cheer has attracted people throughout the region to visit beautifully decorated homes and support

11/16/2025

Plan your week!

Click here to view this article from yoursun.com.

11/15/2025

Growing upwards to 30 feet tall, the ribbon palm is very graceful, not only because of its slender build and equally balanced crown, but also due to its unique ribbon-like fronds that give the canopy an almost weeping appearance.

With all the palms to choose from in our area, selecting one to fit your landscape and our climate can be challenging.

11/15/2025

This easy, one-pot version saves time on a busy weeknight because the flour is sprinkled on top of the meat to thicken the broth as it simmers. But it’s still pretty flavorful, thanks to the “Holy Trinity” of Cajun and Creole cooking: diced onions, bell peppers and celery. Hot sauce and Cajun seasonings add the expected kick.

Many family dinners are planned ahead of time after pulling a delicious-sounding recipe out of a cookbook and making a detailed grocery list.

11/14/2025

Families who want to be certain Santa won't leave their homes hungry this Christmas can whip up a batch of these "Chocolate Star Christmas Decorations," "Peanut Butter Reindeer Cookies" or "Christmas Tree Cake Pops."

Kids know that cookies are a vital component of the holiday season.

11/11/2025

Hiring a professional holiday decorator can run anywhere from $300 for simple work to more than $2,500 for a full-house transformation. The trick to spending wisely is knowing what drives those numbers.

Believe it or not, many people are considering hiring a holiday lighting professional.

11/11/2025

Kick off the holiday season in your PJs at Fishermen’s Village’s “Lighting of the Village,” with the “Jingle & Jammies” pajama party, on Nov. 15.

PUNTA GORDA — Kick off the holiday season in your PJs at Fishermen’s Village’s “Lighting of the Village,” with the “Jingle & Jammies” pajama party, on Nov. 15.

11/10/2025

If you want to skip cooking that 20-pound turkey, all the fixin’s and homemade pies, you’ve still got options.

The list of eateries serving Thanksgiving dinner has ballooned like Macy’s parade this year.

11/10/2025

🎉 The November E-Edition of Home & Style is here! 🍂✨

Inside, discover inspiring local stories and seasonal tips, including:
🏡 Creative Christmas decorating with natural items
🏛️ A sneak peek at the A.C. Freeman House makeover
🏘️ Wellen Park’s plans for 877 new homes
💡 Holiday lighting ideas to make your home shine
🤝 Encouragement from Linda Schaffer on asking for help
🍪 Decorative cookies even Santa can’t resist!

Check it out today and get inspired for a cozy, stylish, and joyful season!

https://homeandstyle-fl.newsmemory.com/