Omakase Dinner with Iron Chef Morimoto is a Bucket List Experience Is attending an omakase style "Momokase" dinner with famed Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto on your foodie bucket list? It was on mine and many other foodie's bucket lists ever since Morimoto Asia restaurant opened at Disney Springs in 2015. I finally checked it off my list in December 2019. If you're curious … [Read more...]
Magical Dining at The H Cuisine in Orlando
Dinner and a Show in a Swanky Setting! We had a chance to finally check off The H Cuisine from our list and #MakeSomedayHappen thanks to Visit Orlando's Magical Dining Month! The H Cuisine located in The Marketplace at Dr. Phillips, is one of 70+ restaurants participating in this campaign which kicked off on August 28th and runs until October 4th. The program … [Read more...]
B Cupcakes Brings Sweet Inspiration in Orlando
Get To Know Sheila Norton of B Cupcakes, Add Sweetness To Your Life and Support Black Owned Businesses in Orlando Media attention and support for black owned businesses has seen a nice surge in the wake of the Black Lives Matter protests. As food writers compiled lists of favorites, I was thrilled to be asked by Brooke Fehr of Orlando Magazine to contribute to her article … [Read more...]
Magical Dining At Home with Taverna Opa
Recap of Taverna Opa Magical Dining Menu and Tips to Enjoy Visit Orlando Magical Dining Month at Home Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining Month kicked off on August 28th with a twist. The program, now in its 15th year, allows diners to experience fine dining at a great value at over 70 restaurants around Orlando. Tired of cooking at home? The three course menus include gluten … [Read more...]
Taste of EPCOT Food and Wine Festival 2020 Guide
Get All Your Questions Answered About Disney Safety and Taste of Epcot Food and Wine Festival To Plan Your Epic Visit If you're considering a visit to EPCOT to check out the reimagined Taste of EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival, I got the inside scoop for you. From all the safety guidelines to tips to best plan your day, to the Must Eat, Drink, See and Do you don't … [Read more...]
Bull & Bear Club Pops Up in Orlando
Review of New Relaxed and Elevated Dining Experience at Waldorf Astoria Orlando Bull & Bear - the famous steakhouse at the Waldorf Astoria Orlando is back! Sort of. Here's a recap of my first dining out experience at the Bull & Bear Club Pop Up. "Familiar, comforting and new" are the first words that come to mind to describe this experience. "Delicious and … [Read more...]
29 Socially Distanced Fun Things To Do at Wyndham Grand Orlando
Experience The Ultimate Staycation in Orlando this Summer! Summer is officially here! Bet you’re ready for a getaway and change of scenery. Right? But, you're probably wondering how it's possible to have socially distanced fun on vacation. If you're in Orlando, or willing to take a road trip, the Ultimate Staycation may be a great option for you. If you're not ready … [Read more...]
Burnt Orange Miso Vinaigrette Salad
Bring the local flavors of Central Florida to your table courtesy of Wyndham Grand Orlando Bonnet Creek with this Farm Fresh Burnt Orange Miso Vinaigrette Salad If you're looking for an inventive salad dressing that will take your greens from "meh" to "wow" this Burnt Orange Miso Vinaigrette is it! I loved this salad so much I begged the chef for the recipe and I'm so happy … [Read more...]
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 … [Read more...]
The Perfect Date in Quarantine: Virtual Wine Dinner from The New Standard
The New Standard and Tim's Wine Market Rescue Date Night! Enjoying a memorable date night in quarantine can be a bit challenging. Every day seems like a Groundhog's Day version of the previous one. And ordering restaurant take out is now part of the routine. As a result, you have to put in a bit of extra effort and creativity to turn another night at home into a "Perfect … [Read more...]
