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Best Ways to Celebrate Mother’s Day in Orlando 2020

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Best Ways to Celebrate Mother's Day in Orlando 2020

It will require some creativity to celebrate Mother’s Day in Orlando 2020. VisitOrlando compiled a guide with ideas across the destination to connect virtually, via special delivery or through social distancing – all of which support local businesses in the process. Plus, I’ve added some ideas of my own including some of my favorite restaurants offering special Mother’s Day brunch and dinner. Make this weekend a special one for mom!

1. Mother’s Day Brunch To Go

Some restaurants have followed Governor DeSantis new guidelines and opened their dining rooms to 25% capacity and outdoor seating, others are only offering take out and delivery. Search over 500 open restaurants  on the Orlando To Go website.

Here’s a few favorite restaurants worth checking out for Mother’s Day brunch:

Bulla Gastrobar – Winter Park

This Mother’s Day Weekend make it a special one with brunch from Bulla! Dine in option is now available May 9th – May 10th or get brunch at home. Indulge in Blueberry Ricotta Pancakes, Nutella Waffles and much more! Make a reservation or place your order for pickup here.

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Canvas – Lake Nona

Give mom breakfast in bed and treat her like the queen she is! All orders must be placed by Thursday, May 7th at 5 p.m. All family meals come with a box of chocolate covered strawberries. Call 407.313.7800 (between Noon – 5 p.m.) The Breakfast in Bed Family Meal includes:

  • Spinach and goat cheese eggs strata, sausage, bacon, breakfast potatoes, kids pancakes and syrup. $25 for 2 | $50 for 4. Plus you can add the following:
  • Breakfast Pastry Box $10
  • MOMosa kit $18
  • Bottle of Bloody Mary’s $16
  • Kid’s Strawberry Milk or Blueberry Lemonade $3.50

DoveCote – Downtown Orlando

The French bistro will be reopening with seating in their beautiful courtyard with six feet of space between tables and indoor seating at 25% capacity. Enjoy 3 course Mother’s Day Feast for $37.49 per person. Reservation required. They are also offering a TO GO Mother’s Day Meal option for $149.95 to feed 4.

Dexter’s New Standard – Winter Park

The New Standard will offer Brunch and Dinner options. Entrees include Quiche (choice of two types, each feed 4-6 people), Pancakes, Crab Cakes, Game Hen, Rack of Lamb or Florida Grouper. The restaurant will also offer side dish packages, including Asparagus, Macaroni ‘n Cheese, Roasted Rosemary Potatoes, Compressed Watermelon Salad and Semolina-Orange-Coconut Cake. Additionally, The New Standard has partnered with Tiny Orchid Co. to make the meal pickup a one-stop-shop by adding orchid arrangements to their Mother’s Day offerings. Customers can choose from three options for orchid arrangements, ranging from $25 to $75. The New Standard will also include a special Mother’s Day craft for each child in the family. Just let the staff know how many children need a craft and they will include it with the order. Pre-orders are available until 4 p.m. on Thursday, May 7. Call 407-316-2278 to pre-order. Full Mother’s Day menu is available HERE.

Farm & Haus – East End Market

After the birth of their new baby, Brittany and Patrick will officially “re-open” on Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 10th with a special Mother’s Day Brunch menu, limited A La Carte menu, all available for takeout.

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Luke’s American Kitchen – Maitland

Brunch family meal serves 4 – 6 for $150. Pre-order at 407-674-2400 for pickup on Saturday May 9th.

Luke's to Celebrate Mother's Day in Orlando 2020

Luma on Park – Winter Park

The Winter Park favorite is offering brunch to go for $155 for family of 4-6. Call 407-599-4111 to pre order by Thursday May 7th, pick up on Saturday May 9th.

Luma on Park to Celebrate Mother's Day in Orlando 2020

The Ravenous Pig – Winter Park

Treat mom to Brunch or Dinner to go from Ravenous Pig. Order at [email protected] and pick up on Saturday May 9th. Add a Mimosa kit for that extra special touch!

The Ravenous Pig to Celebrate Mother's Day in Orlando 2020

Reyes Mezcaleria – North Quarter & The Osprey Tavern – Baldwin Park

Order brunch by Friday May 8th for pick up or delivery Sunday May 10th.
A la carte menu for day-of orders available as well. At this time, they will continue to offer only take-out menu, but patio is available for open seating if guests wish to enjoy their take-out meal.  Pre-Order at reyesmex.com or  (407) 868 – 9007 ospreytavern.com or  (407) 960-7700

Reyes Mezcaleria to Celebrate Mother's Day in Orlando 2020
The Osprey Tavern to Celebrate Mother's Day in Orlando 2020

The Sanctum – Mills 50 / Proper & Wild – Winter Park

Chef Chelsie Savage comes to the rescue of fathers trying to figure out what to do for mother’s day this year. Her “Real, Damn Good Food” Virtual Farmers Market has all the goodies you need. She advises to “let mom get some well overdue zzzzz’s”, clean the house and get some Sunflowers and Mimosas . Her kits made with cold-pressed juice can be upgraded to a Chelsie Cocktail Kit complete with kombucha, signature turmeric-ginger elixir & bubbles to “Retox while you detox.” Make a reservation at Proper & Wild, snag your favorite patio brunch at The Sanctum or pre-order all the essentials for a DIY brunch at home from the Virtual Farmers Market. Order by 12pm Thursday May 7th for pickup Saturday May 9th.

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Sixty Vines – Winter Park

Sixty Vines is open for dine in service as well as offering brunch and dinner packages to go. They also have floral arrangements! Call or DM to pre-order your Mother’s Day Kit at 407.410.8005

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Tapa Toro / Taverna Opa – International Drive

Taverna Opa/Tapa Toro are working out of the same kitchen at 8441 International Drive, so the offering is the same for both concepts. Pickup or Delivery Windows: Saturday May 9th 4-7pm and Sunday May 10th 8-10am. Order here and contact [email protected] to coordinate your pickup or delivery!

  • Waffle Board- $69 plus tax | Serves 4-6 People: Waffles / Nutella / Chocolate Chips / Walnuts / Peanut Butter / Honey / Maple Syrup / Strawberry Jam / Vanilla Yogurt / Granola / Fresh Fruit
  • Bagel Board – $69 plus tax | Serves 4-6 People: Assorted Bagels / Bacon / Boiled Eggs / Smoked Salmon / Cream Cheese / Capers & Spices / Strawberry Jam / Peanut Butter / Nutella / Fresh Fruit
  • DIY MIMOSAS- $15 plus tax | Makes 4-6 Mimosas – Fresh Orange Juice / Champagne *ID will be checked upon pickup or delivery
Tapa Toro and Taverna Opa to Celebrate Mother's Day in Orlando 2020

2. An Exquisite Dinner For Mom

Mom deserves a break from all the cooking that she’s likely been doing while we’ve all been following stay at home orders. If a fancy dinner is what she craves, here are some local favorites ready to make mom’s day:

Canvas – Lake Nona

In addition to breakfast in bed, Canvas will also offer a Lobster Stuffed Haddock Family Meal. Call by Thursday 5/7, 407.313.7800 (between Noon – 5 p.m.) to order.

  • Meal Served with herbed fingerling potatoes, Mick Farms green beans sautéed in brown butter, red peppers and onions, cucumber fennel salad with dill yogurt dressing. $35 for 2 | $70 for 4
  • Add strawberry shortcake $10
  • Add a bottle of red or white wine $20
  • KIDS MEAL ADD-ONS: 5 oz Steak, French fries, steamed broccoli $14, Chicken Fingers, Grilled Cheese or Hamburger, served with French fries or carrots $7

Charley’s Steakhouse – International Drive

This option allows you to pick up the provisions and make a steakhouse dinner at home. For $120, get five uncooked filet mignons, one bottle of red wine and one sweet butter cake. The package also includes a $25 gift card for Mom to use when they reopen their restaurants. Email Amy Hernandez at [email protected] by Thursday May 7th to reserve a Mother’s Day Dinner Package from Talk of The Town to pick up at Charley’s Steak House on Saturday May 9th.

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Del Frisco’s – International Drive

Order the Mother’s Day Family Package and treat mom at home with this to go option available for pick up only. Crab Cakes with Cajun Lobster Sauce, choice of salad, choice of Beef Tenderloin or Salmon, two sides and a Butter Cake with Caramel and Sweet Vanilla Whipped Cream. The Orlando location is also open to 25% capacity and following all mandated guidelines. Call 407-351-5074 to make a reservation.

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Cafe Tu Tu Tango & Mia’s Italian Kitchen – International Drive

Café Tu Tu Tango and Mia’s Italian Kitchen Mother’s Day specials are available for pre-order by calling 786-374-8176 or e-mailing [email protected].

Café Tu Tu Tango: will be reopening Mother’s Day weekend . The restaurant will offer options for two people ($59) or four people ($89). The package includes one item from each of the main categories on Café Tu Tu Tango’s regular menu, plus choose from either Carne Asada Sirloin or Lomo Al Mojo. Both entrees are served with Corn Salsa, Platanos Maduros, Yucca Escabeche and Tortillas, along with dessert for either two or four guests.

Mia’s Italian Kitchen: Starting Mother’s Day weekend, Mia’s Italian Kitchen will open, temporarily operating out of their sister restaurant’s kitchen at Café Tu Tu Tango. Mia’s Mother’s Day offering comes in options for two people ($59) or four people ($89) and includes choice of either Sunday Salad or Classic Caesar salads, choice of either Steak Pizzaiola, Chicken Parmigiana or Eggplant Parmigiana, choice of two sides from Crispy Garlic Smashed Potatoes, Spicy Broccolini, Viktoria’s Spaghetti Pomodoro or Rigatoni al Funghi, and Tiramisu for dessert. Orders for Mia’s Italian Kitchen will be available for pick-up from Café Tu Tu Tango.

Dexter’s New Standard – Winter Park

In addition to brunch, they will also be offering dinner. See all details above. Pre-orders are available until 4 p.m. on Thursday, May 7. Call 407-316-2278 to pre-order. Full Mother’s Day menu is available HERE.

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Elize Restaurant – Downtown Orlando

Acclaimed Dutch chef Leon Mazairac opened Elize, a European gem, right before the start of the pandemic. They’ve been offering fantastic meal kits. Order Box nr.3 Mediterranean Delight at elizefoodwine.com to be picked up or delivered on Friday 8th of May.

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Hawkers Asian Street Fare – Mills 50 & Windermere

Order mom’s favorite noms by Thursday, May 7 at 9 p.m. EST. Pick-up Saturday, May 9 between 1-4 p.m. EST at your local Hawkers. Fill out the contact form here to order. A team member will reach out to confirm your order and pre-payment. Mother’s Day Meals Mains & Sides, Feeds 4 – $75, Feeds 8 – $135, Sides Only, feeds 4 – $40. Add-ons available: Sea Salt & Caramel Cheesecake- $45, Murphy Goode Pinot Noir- $16 per bottle, Murphy Goode Sauvignon Blanc – $16 per bottle

  • MAINS: Fire Roasted Chicken: Roasted whole & seasoned in-house, Char Siu: Tender pork shoulder, with sweet soy & spring onions and Siu Yoke: Crispy & savory pork belly paired with hoisin dipping sauce
  • SIDES: Green Papaya & Shrimp Salad: Carrots, basil, cilantro, mango salsa, fried shallots, and roasted peanuts with homemade Vietnamese vinaigrette on the side. Hawkers’ Delight: Saucy blend of wok-seared tofu, broccoli, carrots, napa cabbage, bell peppers, shiitake and straw mushrooms. Sichuan Green Beans: Pickled vegetables, carrots, and Sichuan sauce. Curry Mashed Potatoes: A homestyle favorite, back for one day only, featuring our signature curry sauce. Basil Fried Rice: An herbal take on a classic fave – eggs, onions, fresh basil and soy sauce
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Pig Floyd’s Urban Barbacoa – Mills 50

If mom loves a good Latin BBQ, get Pig Floyd’s Brunch Bundle for $79.99 or order individual family style dishes. It even includes a beautiful floral arrangement and mimosas! Order at 407-725-4202.

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Reel Fish Coastal Kitchen – Winter Park

Reel Fish Mother’s Day at Home includes a feast for 4-5 featuring choice of Cioppino, Pecan Crusted Rainbow Trout or Seafood Quiche, side dishes and desserts. Place your order by 3pm on Saturday, May 9th for pickup or delivery on the 10th between noon and 8pm. Call 407-543-3474

Soco – Thornton Park

Soco’s Mother’s Day Take-Home Packages for 2-4 include choice of entree like Lemon Herb Roasted Lake Meadow Naturals Chicken, Garlic Rubbed Prime Rib or Sweet Pea Lemon Ricotta Tart, sides, dessert and even pre-batched cocktails like “Mother’s Little Helper!” Available for curbside takeaway and delivery within a 5-mile radius on Saturday 5/9 and Sunday 5/10 from 10:30 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. Call 407-849-1800 to place your order

Best ways to celebrate Mother's Day in Orlando 2020 includes Soco Thornton Park

3. Buy Local Gifts For Mom

Locally made gifts are always a hit. The online guide includes items such as pretty stationary from Winter Park’s Rifle Paper Co. and foodie items like bourbon blended vanilla barbecue sauce from 4 Rivers Smokehouse, home-made marshmallows from Wondermade or wine from Quantum Leap Winery.

For the fashion-minded, Orlando International Premium Outlets and Orlando Vineland Premium Outletsare offering big savings on top brands via their shared online store.

Visit Southern Hill Farms for beautiful cut flowers, fresh produce, delicious beverages, homemade sweet treats, handcrafted spa items and much more, all made at this local farm. Their blueberry donuts are scrumptious! You can even get a mom a donut ice cream sandwich guaranteed to make her day! Order here and pick up at the farm.

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Get the Mother’s Day Gift Set Special featuring goodies from Smiling Goat Goods and Bets Bars. Place your order by Friday May 8th for delivery within the Central Florida area. They are bringing back the best friend deals that are usually only available at markets. Each gift set will include soap, body butter, lip balm, jam, and shrub. Boxes are $40 each, with an overall savings of over $10 per set! Place orders through Smiling Goat or Bet’s Bars
Smiling Goat: Instagram message, email [email protected] or text 407-484-9828. Bet’s Bars: [email protected] Preferred payment is Venmo, but PayPal is available as well.

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4. Take A Scenic “Socially Distanced” Walk Outdoors

Local nature parks are open throughout Orange County, including Lake Eola Park in downtown Orlando, Kelly Park in Apopka, the West Orange Trail between Winter Garden and Apopka, and many others.

Take scenic walk through the flowers at Harry P. Leu Gardens, where admission is currently free, or pick fresh blueberries at places like Beck Brothers, Bekemeyer Family Farm and Long & Scott Farms.

5. Meet Virtually in Orlando

Make Mother’s Day phone calls memorable with custom Orlando Zoom backgrounds featuring everything from iconic roller coasters to dinosaurs that allow moms (and kids of all ages) to virtually escape to the Theme Park Capital of the World™ or hang out in downtown Orlando at beautiful spots like Lake Eola.

6. Send an Orlando eCard

Visit Orlando has created custom eCards that will be available via Facebook and Twitter with iconic Orlando images and message like “You are a ROAR-some MOM-a-saur” (Universal Orlando Resort’s Jurassic Park). 

7. Say It with Fresh-Picked Flowers

Support local florists, who are offering special Mother’s Day bouquets include Bluegrass Chic Floral Design, In Bloom Florist, Orlando Florist and Colonial Florist.

Or, go the fresh-picked route by picking up a bundle of giant sunflowers and zinnias from Southern Hill Farms in west Orange County.

Quantum Leap Winery is offering the “Bottles, Bouquets & Berries” gift bundle with 2 bottles of wine (choice of My Best Friend red, Snowbirds Vintners rose, or Quantum Leap Chardonnay), floral bouquet (med or large) by the talented Kelly Shannon Floral (peonies, roses & hydrangea are featured in the large bouquet) and ⁣⁣3 yummy Peterbrooke Chocolatier of Winter Park chocolate dipped berries! ⁣⁣⁣Advanced orders required online at quantumleapwinery.com. Pick up Friday or Saturday, local delivery to select zip codes is available.

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8. Get Front-Row Seats to the Orlando Arts (Virtually)

There’s not a bad seat in the house when you arrange a date to enjoy virtual artistic experiences from Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra, Orlando Ballet and Cirque du Soleil. Or explore virtual galleries from The Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art, the Albin Polasek Museum & Sculpture Gardens and Orlando Museum of Art.

9. Take Cooking Lessons from Orlando’s Top Chefs

Make a culinary masterpiece by learning to cook with some of Orlando’s celebrity chefs, including José Andrés of Jaleo, Masaharu Morimoto of Morimoto Asia, Art Smith of Homecomin’ Florida Kitchen, Rick Bayless of Frontera Cocina, and others.  Amazon sells cookbooks authored by some of Orlando’s homegrown James Beard honorees, including Norman Van Aken’s Florida Kitchen; James & Julie Petrakis’ The Ravenous Pig: Seasons of Florida; and 9 Courses from Brandon McGlamery of Prato, Luma on Park and Luke’s Kitchen.

10. Learn Something New Together

Bond over learning a new skill or experiencing something new by exploring more than 20 free digital experiences from our local experts, including up-close animal encounters, art instruction, history and even makeup tutorials.

11. Share Virtual Orlando Experiences

Although Orlando’s theme parks and attractions are not currently open, you can still enjoy them virtually on VisitOrlando.com. Including 360-degree online experiences, Facebook Live broadcasts, live streamings of special films, YouTube videos and more. Whether Mom likes riding roller coasters or standing on Main Street in front of Cinderella Castle, there are all kinds of fun ways to both chill and thrill together virtually.

How will you make Mom’s day special this year? I hope you discovered some new ideas and inspiration in this list to help you make mom feel special. The best part is you’ll be supporting our local Orlando business community in the process. Go #MakeSomedayHappen one delicious bite, sip and (virtual) trip at a time.

Cheers!

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☘️ IT’S OK TO DROOL: Ger’s Bread & Butter pudding French toast style with vanilla mascarpone, mixed berries, hazelnut crunch, crispy maple glazed bacon
DRINKS:
☘️ THE LOST IRISH COFFEE 
☘️ ROSEMARY & MAPLE WHISKEY SOUR: Dickel 12 Tennessee Whisky, crushed rosemary, dark maple syrup, Fees foam, Lemon Sour
☘️ IRISH ESPRESSO MARTINI: Slane Irish Whiskey, J.F. Hadens espresso liqueur,
Guinness simple syrup, chilled espresso
☘️ ICED IRISH: Paddy’s Irish whiskey, butterscotch, Baileys Salted Caramel, cold brew coffee, whipped cream
☘️ IT’S A HELL OF A HOOLEY: Minke Irish Vodka, Muddled Raspberry’s, Lemon Sour, House made Rosemary Syrup, Fees Foam, Prosecco
Check out @raglanroadpub for all the details of this weekend’s festivities including food and drink specials! Say hi to owners Paul and John when you see them. Super nice guys! 
Sláinte!
Go #MakeSomedayHappen
#GoEpicOrlando
OREO YOU HAVING FUN YET?! Here are a few of my fav OREO YOU HAVING FUN YET?! Here are a few of my favorite Oreo treats around Orlando to celebrate #NationalOreoDay 🎉
🍦 @kellyshomemadeicecream - Locations around town, I visited my neighborhood fave at @foxtailhunterscreek 
• Ore-Dough Ice Cream (signature flavor) can’t beat cookies & cream and cookie dough combined!!! 💕 
• Salted Caramel Oreo (March limited time flavor)😘 
🍪 @gideonsbakehouse - Disney Springs, East End Market
• Cookies & Cream Cookie (signature flavor)
• Valentina Cake - red velvet & cookies n cream (signature flavor)
• Frankenstein Cookie (Limited Time /October) 
• Frankenstein Cake (Limited Time /October) 💕
🍩 @smokeanddonuts - Milk District
• Nutty Panda Donut: Nutella Buttercream, Oreos
• S’Moreo Donut: marshmallow, Oreos, Chocolate Chips 💕
• Cheepees Donut: vanilla glaze, Oreos, Chocolate Chips 
🍩 @everglazed_fl - Disney Springs
• Cookies & Cream Donut 😍
🍸 @wyndhamgrandorl Bar 1521 - Bonnet Creek
• Pharmacy Froth Cocktail (recipe in stories / may not be on the menu but ask the friendly bartender)
Have a sweet double stuffed week! 💕
Go #MakeSomedayHappen 
#GoepicOrlando #OreoDay #LoveOrlando
Time to reintroduce a local icon! 🔥 Congrats Ch Time to reintroduce a local icon! 🔥 Congrats Chef IanRussell, Juliana Peña & @smokeanddonuts team! 🔥
The new brick & mortar location of Orlando BBQ & Donut fave food truck is officially OPEN in @themilkdistrict at 601 N. Primrose Drive.
🔥 THE SMOKE: Chef Ian’s award-winning BBQ including smoked USDA Prime Brisket, Carolina Pulled Pork, Brown Butter Turkey Breast, Bama/Carolina Pulled Chicken, & more scratch-made side dishes. Don’t miss the awesome sandwiches, corn fritters, brown butter green beans & stuffed mac & cheese!
🍩 THE DONUTS: Better than ever! Try fun new cake donut creations as well as all the favorite classics taken to a whole new level by pastry chef Brett Vezina! 
❤️ 🔥 The Signature Donut with the logo disc on top features blood orange glaze, champagne sabayon & S&D meringue.
🥃 THE BAR: Yes! they have a full bar! How about a Smoked Old Fashioned? Go for Happy Hour weekdays 3pm-6pm
Support Orlando Local & Go #MakeSomedayHappen
#GoEpicOrlando #TheMilkDistrict #SmokeandDonuts #LoveOrlando
“You do not find a happy life, you make it!” “You do not find a happy life, you make it!” 
I spent one of the best days ever at Discovery Cove! It was my first visit to this one-of-a-kind, all-inclusive, tropical day resort in Orlando, and it won’t be my last! I’m planning a return soon because they have a fantastic special happening now! (See below)
Admission includes: 
🍽️ Unlimited Buffet Breakfast, Lunch & Snacks
🍹 Unlimited Beer & Wine, (add the Premium Drink Package for $40!)
🤿 Swim & snorkel with rays & tropical fish
🐦 Hand-feed exotic birds
🏊‍♀️ Drift along the Wind-Away River
🏖️ Relax on sandy beaches
😎 Chill in the sand-bottom pool with drink in hand (we did this most of the day!) it was glorious!
🚿 Wetsuits, masks, snorkel, lockers, & showers 
🐬 Swim with dolphins experience (for additional fee)
Stay tuned for more about the delicious new Caribbean menu and cocktails at Hibiscus Hideaway & Blue Bamboo Bar, all-new food and beverage outlets. I was very impressed with their Food & Beverage program. 
Highly recommend this experience for locals and visitors. The entire day felt like a true vacation! 
💥 Limited time offer: Florida residents save 30% on their 2023 visits and out of state guests save 20% on a Signature Dolphin Swim Package. You can visit anytime in 2023 based on availability but must book by 3/12/23. Options for packages with admission to @seaworldorlando @aquaticaorlando & @bushgardenstampa available 
Go #MakeSomedayHappen 
(hosted) @DiscoveryCove 
#GoEpicOrlando #DiscoveryCove #LoveOrlando
Orlando’s OG Coffee Shop is Back! Where are you Orlando’s OG Coffee Shop is Back! Where are you getting your caffeine & brunch fix this weekend?
@barniescoffeeandtea flagship cafe in Park Avenue, Winter Park has now re-opened with a brighter modern look, new breakfast, lunch & brunch menu, and new coffee blends. Go check it out! 
I was invited to a preview and loved doing a coffee tasting of 4 blends with Christian, Barnie’s head coffee roaster. My favorite was the Guatemala Gehsa with citrus, cocoa nibs and orange blossom notes. We also sampled new menu items. Don’t miss the Shakshuka & the Popovers!
Here’s what we sampled:
☕️ Coffee:
✨Barnie’s Cafe Blend
✨Guatemala Gehsa
✨Birthday Cake Batter (notes of vanilla sprinkles)
✨UCF Pegasus Blend (notes of chocolate & caramel!) yum! 
> I couldn’t resist getting a latte even though it was 6pm! 🤣 Barista Renata did a fab vanilla latte! 
🍳 Breakfast:
✨ Signature Popovers
✨French Toast with fresh truit
✨Shakshuka with poached egg
✨Seasonal Quiche
🥪 Lunch:
✨Cuban Sandwich
✨Roasted BeetSalad
Did you know Barnie’s is Orlando’s original coffee shop? It opened right here in Winter Park in 1980!
Go support local! #MakeSomedayHappen 
#GoEpicOrlando #LoveOrlando #barniescoffeeandtea #orlandocoffee
Hey Orlando Foodies, @orlandocitysc and @orlpride Hey Orlando Foodies, @orlandocitysc and @orlpride games at @exploriastadium just got a whole lot tastier!
Five #OrlandoMade local restaurants are now permanent concessions vendors so you can tame your hunger with the best local tacos, hot dogs, BBQ, Chicken & Burgers in Orlando! 
Thank you Exploria Stadium for inviting me to the media preview. Can’t wait to go cheer on our 2022 US Open Champions at the season opener this Saturday!
Here’s a preview of what we sampled: 
🌮 BLACK ROOSTER TAQUERIA - Chicken Tinga Taco on Flour Tortilla, w. lettuce, radish, cotija cheese, cilantro. Love those tacos! It was nice to see owner Juliana Calloway and Chief Tasting Officer Ryder Calloway dancing! 🕺🏻 @blkroostertaco 🙌🏼
📍 The Wall / Section 24
🌭 HARRELL’S HOT DOGS - Orlando City Stadium Dog features a Nathan’s Hot Dog topped with House Red Onion Sauce, Sauerkraut & Sport Peppers and finished with a Spicy Brown Mustard. Nice to meet owners Drew & David Cardaci! @_whats.up.dog_ 🙌🏼
📍 Section 30
🍖 4 RIVERS SMOKEHOUSE - Orlando’s favorite Pulled Pork Sandwich! Didn’t get to see owner John Rivers did you know you can now pick up 4R sauces & spices at Publix?! @4riverssmokehouse 🙌🏼
📍 Section 31
🐓 THE COOP by 4Rivers - Hand-breaded Chicken Tenders with 4R BBQ sauce @thecoop_wp 🙌🏼
📍 Section 9
🍔 TEAK NEIGHBORHOOD GRILL - Drunken Monk Burger with Smoked Bacon, Provolone Cheese, Roasted Cherry Tomotoes, house-made Angry Orchard Onion Jam, on Herb Mayo & Melted White Cheddor on a Pretzel Bun with Teak Chips. Best Burger in Orlando!  It was so nice to meet owner Jon Proechel after all these years of being a fan of their epic burgers! @teakneighborhoodgrill 🙌🏼
📍 Section 18
🍹MANE-GO MARGARITA - In The Wild Margarita with @camarenatequila - super tasty! 
⭐️ FYI - A Rotating Vendor Cart will feature @cholodogs & @sushieatstation among others 
⚽️ Will you be at the season opener this Saturday? 
#VamosOrlando Let’s Go! #ManEveryWall 💜 
Hosted #GoEpicOrlando #MakeSomedayHappen #ThingsToDoinOrlando
Happy #NationalMargaritaDay 🎉 This is “NOT E Happy #NationalMargaritaDay 🎉
This is “NOT EVERYONE’S MARGARITA” -  But it is mine! Made with Vida Mezcal, Cuervo Traditional Plata Tequila, Jalapeño, Creme de Mure, House Sour, & Black Salt. Epic! 
📍 Go get yours at @paddlefishorl in @disneysprings
Cheers! 
#GoEpicOrlando #MakeSomedayHappen #DisneySprings
Hey Wine Lovers, I almost missed it’s #NationalD Hey Wine Lovers, I almost missed it’s #NationalDrinkWineDay 🥂
Here’s my 3 Favorite Wine Bars in Orlando: 
🍷 @quantumleapwinery - Orlando’s only sustainable winery & cidery, located in Mills 50 District. Try Kaley’s Rescue Red Blend & don’t miss the @thetastytrio “Wine, Cheese & Chocolate”events. 
🍷 @viniawinekitchen - fantastic boutique wines & Italian / Brazilian shareable plates in a charming intimate setting, located in Winter Park. Be sure to ask owner Fabio for his recommendations! 
🍷 @winebargeorge - Orlando’s only Master Sommelier owned restaurant with over 160 wines by the glass, bottle & ounce, located in Disney Springs. Say hi to somm genius George Miliotes and don’t miss their fab boards & wines from around the globe! 
Go #MakeSomedayHappen 
#GoEpicOrlando #OrlandoWine #loveOrlando
Don’t miss “Eat Ice Cream For Breakfast Day” Don’t miss “Eat Ice Cream For Breakfast Day” on Saturday 2/18! 
@kellyshomemadeicecream has created special breakfast-themed ice cream flavors for this annual International Childhood Cancer Awareness event
Order a cup, cone or shake or better yet, get an Ice Cream Flight & try all four! 
🥞 Blueberry Pancake (My favorite!)
🥣 Breakfast Buddies
🥓 Maple Bourbon Bacon
💥 Cinnamon Crunch
🗓️ When: Saturday February 18th, 9am-11am
📍 Where: All Kelly’s Homemade Ice Cream Scoop Shops and participating Counters 
💰 50% of sales during breakfast will be donated to @gktwvillage 
🍦 “Eat Ice Cream For Breakfast Day” was created in 2013 in honor of Malia Grace, by her mom and aunt after she lost her battle with cancer in 2010. Malia Grace loved ice cream and her family wanted to commemorate her birthday, 2/18, in a way that would be fitting for her. During her wish trip at Give Kids The World, she had the opportunity to eat ice cream for breakfast and it was a highlight of the family’s experience. 
🌎 Give Kids The World Village is an 89-acre, whimsical nonprofit in Central Florida that provides critically ill children and their families with magical week-long wish vacations at no cost. Every wish family is treated to accommodations, transportation, donated theme park tickets, all meals and snacks, nightly entertainment, and more. Since 1986, Give Kids The World has welcomed more than 182,000 families from all 50 states and 76 countries.
Stop by Kelly’s and pick up these awesome flavors! But, regardless of where you are, Eat Ice Cream for Breakfast in honor of Malia, and raise awareness for those who battle childhood cancer. 💛
#GoEpicOrlando #eaticecreamforbreakfastday #kellyshomemadeicecream #kellysicecream #orlandoicecream
Happy Valentine’s Day! ♥️ Add a little fire Happy Valentine’s Day! ♥️ Add a little fire & passion to your life, head to @gideonsbakehouse for their Eternal Flame Cookie & Cake. They are 🔥in the best way!
🍰 Eternal Flame Cake is a 3-Layer Double Frosted Chocolate work of art! Red Cherry Buttercream layers and Chocolate Fudge Buttercream mixed with a bit of that Eternal Flame spice on the outer layer. Not too spicy and absolutely decadent! Pair it with a nice bold red wine!
🍪 Eternal Flame Chocolate Cookie packs a nice kick laced with house-made Ancho, Cayenne, and Cinnamon Spice Mix, infused with a magical essence of cherry and topped with Chocolate Covered Cherries. 
❤️ For a limited time, a special version of the Eternal Flame cookie without the spice mix is available too! (Check Gideon’s IG for details)
📍 Available only in February at Gideon’s in East End Market & Disney Springs
Go celebrate with the best cookies and cakes on the planet!
#MakeSomedayHappen #GoEpicOrlando #GideonsBakehouse #DisneySprings #ValentinesDayTreat
For The Love of Chocolate… stop by @peterbrookew For The Love of Chocolate… stop by @peterbrookewp and pick up the best treats for your sweetie and besties 💕
A few of my favorites: 
🍓 Chocolate Covered Strawberries (require advanced order)
❤️ “Jami Choo’s” Chocolate Shoes
💋 Assorted Truffles (loved the red lips!)
♥️ Chocolate Covered Popcorn! 
💖 Baskets with a variety of treats! (Don’t miss the Chocolate Covered Oreos, Cat Tails & Cookies)
☎️ Call the shop to reserve a basket for quick pick up at (407) 644-3200. They’re open regular hours today & 7AM -11:15PM on Valentine’s Day!
🍓 Thank you to Peterbrooke’s creative Cupid chocolatiers for these gorgeous berries! 
#GoEpicOrlando #PeterbrookeWP #winterparkfl
Bon jour! Bon soir, enchante! 💕 The perfect way Bon jour! Bon soir, enchante! 💕 The perfect way to celebrate Galentine’s Day & Valentine’s Day is with the best French pastries in Orlando! 
Thank you @chefstephsteph for these epic @choulalapastries 💕
Pre-order and pick up at either Choulala Park Avenue and 436 location! You’re going to want to get all of this! 
VALENTINE’S DAY DESSERT BOX!
Chef Steph created an epic gourmet assortment of Valentine’s Day delights perfect to share:
💋 (1) Lychee Rose French Kiss Entremet
♥️ (2) Conversation Heart Vanilla Macarons
💝 (2) Crème Brûlée Choux Cream Puffs!
“I LOVE CHOU” BOX includes:
❤️ Passion Fruit, Raspberry & Crème Brûlée Choux Cream Puffs
♥️ Red Velvet, Lavender & Conversation Heart Macaron
❤️ Strawberry Eclair
I also picked up these gorgeous heart shaped entremets:
💜 Exotique: Passion Fruit & Coconut 
💖 Sweeties: Strawberry & Chocolate Brownie
Go enjoy the sweetest Galentine’s & Valentine’s Day #MakeSomedayHappen 
📍Choulala Park Avenue is open regular hours Saturday & Sunday, closed Mon, but will open special hours on V-Day Tuesday 11a-8p.
📍Choulala 436 open regular hours including 10-5pm V- Day
(Hosted) #GoEpicOrlando #BlissfulBite #ChoulalaPastries #Galentines #ValentinesTreats
It’s #NationalPizzaDay but all I’m thinking ab It’s #NationalPizzaDay but all I’m thinking about is Hot Garlic Knots from @official_pizza_bruno 
Have you tried these?  They are a #MustEat in Orlando!
Look for the lit “Hot Knots Now!” sign! 🔥 And, when you think there isn’t enough garlic... there’s more! 🧄 🍕 
Go get some!
#GoEpicOrlando #OrlandoFoodie #MakeSomedayHappen
💜 Feeling the lavender haze... One of my favori 💜 Feeling the lavender haze... One of my favorite foodie experiences of 2022 was dining at Salt & The Cellar by Michelin Chef Akira Back and spending the night at the new @ettehotel - a gorgeous boutique hotel with impeccable attention to detail! I even got to meet @chefakiraback 
So excited I’m going back tonight to check out their new Lipa Rooftop Bar & Restaurant and have reservations for Afternoon Tea next month! 
Add a visit to ette hotel to your Foodie Bucket List for 2023! 
A few favorites from my last visit:
🍸 Fantastic Zero-Proof Cocktails by @jarldevries: It’s Dry January all year long! Featured first is The Kraken, a gorgeous purple cocktail made with Butterfly Pea Flower Tea & Champagne Vinegar
✨ Toro Tartare: A gorgeous board with fatty tuna and accompaniments
✨ Akira Back Tuna Pizza: his famous dish is a Must Eat! 
✨ Spinach Oshitashi Salad: the most gorgeous salad I’ve ever seen! 
✨ NY Strip with Wasabi Kizami Butter, Chimichurri Sauce, & choice of gourmet salts. Amazing! Loved that Espresso salt
✨ Miso Black Cod, yuzu air, pickled cauliflower 
✨ Togarashi Fries & Kimchi Brussels
✨ Dessert: Yuzu Curd and Chocolate in a Cup
☕️ “Where The Cloud Ends” Zero-Proof espresso martini with Yuzu Tonic, Lemon Cordial, Espresso, 0% Coffee Liquor
💜 The lobby decor with lavender and green touches was dreamy.
🧺 They have a Laundry Museum! 
📕 The Book Room features incredible books. The giant picture book requires gloves to review as it is one of a few in the world! 
The hotel is focused on wellness and offers Wellness Suites completely equipped with a full gym! 
Make plans to dine at @saltandthecellarbyakiraback and stay at @ettehotel and GO #MakeSomedayHappen
(Hosted) #GoEpicOrlando #ettehotel #saltandthecellarbyakiraback #experiencekissimmee #LoveOrlando
Don’t let the casual vibe at @jujubysusuru fool Don’t let the casual vibe at @jujubysusuru fool you. The Kappo Bar Omakase experience with Chef Lewis Lin is out of this world (& Michelin-worthy!)
“irasshaimase / come in!” is what you hear first upon entering this revamped Pizza Hut building off Colonial Drive. Everyone is welcome at Juju, one of Orlando’s newest restaurants and one that belongs on every #OrlandoFoodie bucket list! 
I was invited to experience their Kappo Bar and it checked all the boxes for a truly amazing #MakeSomedayHappen experience.
The retro Japanese izakaya-style restaurant serves up a 10-course menu at the bar and a more casual a la carte menu in the dining room. 
Omakase menu changes regularly but always features the five primary cooking techniques (grilling, steaming, frying, simmering, and raw) using local and imported ingredients, in-house dry-aged fish, and binchotan charcoal-fired dishes. Everything is prepared right in front of you for an immersive experience.
And, Don’t miss the fun cocktails! I loved “That Old Pizza Hut” was like an orange creamsicle with Suntory Toki Whiskey served in a Pizza Hut cup! 
Make reservations and go check this Orlando restaurant off your bucket list.
Thank you Chef Lewis and Mai for your outstanding hospitality. I’ll be coming back soon!
(Hosted) #GoEpicOrlando #LoveOrlando #omakase
Hello 2023! Why start the year on a diet? My new y Hello 2023! Why start the year on a diet? My new year’s resolution is to focus on self-care.  Eating healthy and exercising, sure. But also treating myself to more @gideonsbakehouse cookies, cakes & cold brews. Who’s with me? What will you treat yourself with this year?
You want something. Go Get It. Period!
This was my last purchase of 12/31/22... I wanted to start 2023 on a sweet note!
What if my 2023 resolution is to visit Gideon’s every month for their awesome limited-edition treats? 
I think that’s a resolution I can keep!  January’s Butterscotch flavors sound to die for.
Did you hear? The epic Banana Bread Chocolate Chip cookie is now part of the permanent lineup. While the Coffee Cake is my all-time favorite, this one is in the top 3! And, the original Peanut Butter Cold Brew is a must pairing.
What resolution will you set today? Go #MakeSomedayHappen 🎉 Happy New Year everyone!
#GoEpicOrlando #2023resolutions #GideonsBakehouse #DisneySprings
Happy New Year 2023! 🎉 We had a fun and very ch Happy New Year 2023! 🎉 We had a fun and very chill night at @disneysprings. How about you?
I love Progressive Dining and Disney Springs has plenty of options. We just get a spot at the bar and order a drink and a fun bite. Then move on to the next spot. So easy! No reservations required! 
🦀 1st Stop: @paddlefishorl 
Steak Skewers
Crab Topped Fries 
Larceny Old Fashioned 
Capt Handsome - Cathead Vodka & Raspberry 
Mayan Empress - Santa Teresa Añejo Rum, pineapple
🍰 2nd Stop: @homecominfl 
Espresso Martini 
Carrot Cake 
☘️ 3rd Stop: @raglanroadpub 
Great entertainment! 
@guinnessus 
Great Irish Hooley Cocktail - so refreshing with strawberries & Prosecco 
🍪 Not pictured: we managed a stop at @gideonsbakehouse to pick up treats to start the new year!!! (They had a 2 second brief moment with no line around 11pm! I could not resist! I picked up a Banana Bread Chocolate Chip cookie which is now part of the year-round line up! I also got a slice of Golden Oreo cake and a PB Cold Brew to enjoy today! Starting 2023 off right… and not a diet 😂
We went early, had a great time and got home in time to watch the ball drop!!! 🎉
Wishing you all happiness and lots of delicious treats in 2023! 
#GoEpicOrlando #MakeSomedayHappen #DisneySprings
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