Suncoast Technical College (STC) invites the community to celebrate the holiday season at Bistro 502's annual Thanksgiving Feast on Thursday, November 19, 2026, from 10:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the STC Sarasota campus, located at 4748 Beneva Road.

Prepared and served by students in STC's Professional Culinary Arts & Hospitality program, the event offers community members an opportunity to enjoy a traditional Thanksgiving meal while supporting hands-on career and technical education.

The menu features roast turkey with bread stuffing and gravy, carved ham with rum raisin sauce, buttermilk whipped potatoes, sweet potato casserole, buttered green beans, cranberry sauce, and rolls with butter. Pumpkin cheesecake bars will be served for dessert, along with a selection of beverages.

Meals are $15 plus tax per person and include an entrée, sides, dessert, and a beverage. Both dine-in and takeout options will be available.

The annual event provides students with valuable experience in food preparation, kitchen operations, customer service, and hospitality while sharing their culinary skills with the community.

Accepted payment methods include Mastercard, Visa, Apple Pay, Venmo, and checks. Cash and debit payments will not be accepted.

For additional information, contact Chef Brian Knecht at 941-924-1365, extension 62438, or brian.knecht@sarasotacountyschools.net.