Celebrate the new release of Downton Abbey: A New Era with an Epic Downton Inspired Menu from Orlando's Top Cooking School I was invited by Focus Features on behalf of Downton Abbey: A New Era to a cooking class at Orlando's famed Truffles and Trifles Cooking School and to preview an early screening of the movie for purposes of this review. All opinions are my own. As … [Read more...]
Opera Orlando World Premiere of The Secret River is a Must See
Have you been to the opera in Orlando? It's been on my "someday list" and I'm finally going to make it happen. Join me and find out why Opera Orlando's The Secret River is a must-see this holiday season and learn more about its lead soprano Kyaunnee Richardson as I had a chance to chat with her about her inspiration, the importance of this role as well as a bit of movie, Disney … [Read more...]
Behind The Scenes of ABC’s The Chew at Epcot
9 things you didn’t know about The Chew, #EpcotFoodFestival Must-Eat dishes and more! During the 20th Anniversary of Epcot International Food and Wine Festival, ABC’s The Chew filmed five shows on site using Epcot's iconic Spaceship Earth as a backdrop. It’s so fitting for a show about good eating, drinking and entertaining to film during Epcot’s annual event, considered to … [Read more...]
Cupcakes, Bubbles & Fairy Tales with Cinderella Movie
Host the perfect girlfriends get together with Iron Horse Vineyards Bubbles, Orlando’s Blue Bird Bake Shop Cupcakes and Cinderella Movie I feel I should be writing this post with an old-fashioned pen. You know the ones with the big feather on the end? Let’s sprinkle some pixie dust and simply just imagine, shall we? Once Upon A Time, in a magical land not so far away, … [Read more...]
9 Reasons to GO See McFarland, USA
The Feel Good Movie of the Year: McFarland, USA I got a chance to see McFarland, USA at a screening this week and left the theater as equally exhausted and exhilarated as I normally feel after running a race. The film is based on the compelling 1987 true story of a group of novice runners from McFarland, a farming town in California’s Central Valley, and how under the … [Read more...]
Cocktails with Dracula Untold at Universal Orlando Cineplex
Have you ever had a drink with a vampire? Now’s your chance. Catch Dracula Untold at Universal Orlando’s Cineplex A fun night at the movies is always a great way to celebrate with friends. Add some cocktails and it’s a party! I’m not a big horror movie fan, so this time of year proves a bit scarce for me in the movie department. I would much prefer to catch a good action … [Read more...]
Delicious 100 Foot Journey Experience!
How an Indian feast at Tamarind Indian Cuisine, French macarons from Le Macaron and the film The 100 Foot Journey took a group of friends on a delicious journey! My girlfriends and I recently took a delicious journey to India and the south of France, without ever leaving Orlando! We shared great foood, great wine, decadent French macarons, a delightful movie, which every … [Read more...]
GoEpicurista Word Play
Let's play the GoEpicurista Word Play game. Come on in, get comfy, grab yourself a glass of bubbly (or your beverage of choice) and let's get to know each other a little better. What is the first thing that comes to mind when you hear these words? Ok, I'll break the ice and go first. Here are my answers: Guilty Pleasure: Ice cream Comfort Food: Ice cream (Yes, … [Read more...]
