Archive for August 19, 2019

Written by Mary Unger on August 19, 2019. Posted in Dining News & Info

Primo! Ristorante

Walking into a favorite restaurant can feel as good as walking into your grandmother’s house on a late Sunday afternoon.  You know that even before your feet cross over the threshold into her beloved kitchen, you have a pretty good idea of what is on the menu for supper.  You had that part down when you entered her house, even before as you got out of your car.  Little wafts of…..hmm, what is that?  Garlic?  Parmesan?  Roasted veal?  Or maybe a fragrant combination of all three, so heady and distracting that your only thought now is wondering how long you must wait to taste what grandmother is cooking.  Walking into your favorite restaurant can do that to you – – take you somewhere comfortable and delicious.  And just like the treasured meals and memories made there, the people who work inside will make you want to return, again and again.  Your favorite restaurant, aside from tantalizing your taste buds, always has that “special” person that you can count on for a friendly “hello” and heartfelt concern that you are enjoying your meal and time there.  For countless Sarasota and Bradenton residents, and far beyond, Primo! Ristorante provides that “feels good, smells great, best Italian food ever, walking into grandma’s home” type of ambiance.

For over 30 years, Primo! Ristorante has been the premiere destination for authentic Italian cuisine.  From birthdays to proms, marriage proposals to large events like family reunions and charity galas, Primo’s has been deluging locals with consistently out-of-this-world dishes and wonderful memories.  Though they are partial to their throng of devoted fans who dine in at least weekly, the employees at Primo’s make everyone feel like family before the first appetizer is delivered.  Owner, Maurizio Colucci, an Italian native who has worked in the finest hotels and restaurants in Milan, France and beyond, is known for his arms out-stretched, welcoming demeanor to all who enter the doors of his establishment.   And, at Primo! Ristorante there is never a doubt on whether the food will be scrumptious.  Authentic Italian food that is consistently of the utmost highest quality, taste and presentation is what Primo! Ristorante is known for.

In addition to the best wood-burning pizza around, the finest cuts of veal and the most succulent chicken parmigiana, Primo! Ristorante has become a destination for live Jazz and Russian music.  Their events room offers an expansive area for dining, mingling and dancing with beautiful adjoining patios to offer a more intimate setting for a quiet conversation.  Their ten-seat tabletops allow for smaller groups to join with others, and new friendships are indelibly made.  Primo! Ristorante’s exquisite menu and live music?  Now, that sounds like an amazing evening.  No wonder the social media feeds are burning up with people raving about everything that is happening there.

Primo! Ristorante is proud to be one of the founding members of the International Barter Exchange.  The management team cannot say enough about the countless relationships that have been forged as a result of IBE.  Some of their devoted “regulars” at the restaurant discovered Primo! Ristorante through QR Certificates.  These same individuals are not only customers, but have become friends of the restaurant, which is an added perk of a well-run barter system.   The folks at Primo! Ristorante are proud to say they see many diners each week as a result of IBE.  In turn, they utilize the services of fellow IBE businesses for air conditioning repairs and maintenance issues around the restaurant.  IBE and Primo! Ristorante is an enviable match, but also attainable by any business making the money-saving decision to join International Barter Exchange today.

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Written by Mary Unger on August 19, 2019. Posted in Services / Today's Trader

Pro Plumbing Works, LLC

Can you even imagine what you would do if the water suddenly stopped flowing in your home?  The kids have been outside playing so they are caked with dirt and sweat and the dog just tracked in a muddy mess.  What is your first move?  You get the children into the shower and the dog outside as quickly as possible.  You grab your mop and bucket to clean up after the dog, thinking about all the times you have done this very thing, just today.  But, what if you turn the faucet to “on” and nothing comes out?  The panic ensues.  We have all been there and it is not a pleasurable experience.  When the toilet is clogged, the shower won’t produce water, the pipes are leaking or your drain is stuck, you need a professional plumber who you can trust and who can get there in a pinch.  Prepare now so that when an emergency plumbing situation arises, you know you have the best available resource waiting for your call.  When you need it repaired now, by expert technicians whom you can trust, Pro Plumbing Works is there for you.

As a third-generation family-run business, Pro Plumbing Works knows how to grow with the times without sacrificing customer service.  Their dedicated team of fully licensed and insured professionals guarantees all repairs on drains, sewers, and plumbing.  Their technicians have nothing but the latest state-of-the-art equipment and tools to make sure repairs are timely and efficient.  They care about your time and respecting your home so they will arrive with a smile on their face and intent on keeping work areas extremely tidy.  Their 24/7 business model and flat rate, up-front fees mean you’ll have the security of expedient service without last-minute cost inflations.  From hot water replacement to sewer, drain, and leakage issues, Pro Plumbing Works has tackled thousands of plumbing issues over the years for a legion of loyal clients.  A bulk of their incoming work orders are solely based on word-of-mouth from past customers who were extremely pleased with the way their home and office plumbing issues were handled.

When it comes to IBE, owner of Pro Plumbing Works, Chuck Burns, explains it this way.  “I look at IBE as a moneymaker and I constantly tell people that it is another way to make cash.”  With bartering at its core, it may be difficult for some to see how it actually increases revenue.  Chuck goes on to say that “with IBE, I can use IBE to purchase things I need for my business, like outside contractors, office work, etc. so that frees up my cash to do what I really want for me or my business.  For me, that is just like making extra money.”

Years ago, Chuck knew he wanted to belong to a quality bartering organization.  He researched what was available and decided that IBE was well-organized and sustainable.  Decades later, Chuck has never regretted his relationship with IBE.  He has loved referring new businesses to the network, not only so that he can procure a new product or service they may offer, but he also enjoys seeing how varied and interesting the IBE network has become.  Chuck has been able to purchase land through IBE, furthering his declaration that IBE is a moneymaker.  He adds, “I would not have had the opportunity to buy those lots without IBE, so now it has opened up investment opportunities as well.”  For Chuck and the crew over at Pro Plumbing Works, IBE is like an old friend who never lets you down.  They understand the value of IBE and consider themselves ambassadors, of sort, given their immense satisfaction with everything IBE has allowed them to do for their business and customers.

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