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Citrus & Fennel Marinated Olives for Tapas Party

By Christina Thomas 8 Comments

Citrus & Fennel Marinated Olives for #SundaySupper Tapas Party

“A Night In Spain” Sunday Supper LIVE at Tapa Toro Orlando

Want to invite friends over but don’t have time or desire to slave away in the kitchen?

A Tapas Party is one of the easiest “Easy Entertaining” options around. Many of the dishes can be easily made ahead of time, quickly prepared right before guests come over or made as an interactive dining activity. Supplement with store-bought, ready-made items you can serve in a pretty dish, and you’re all set. Spanish Tapas – small plates – are meant to be simple to allow you to focus on your guests. More than a dish, they are a way of eating. My favorite way of eating.

Known as “variantes” in Barcelona, marinated olives are a staple of any tapas party menu. Your favorite gourmet grocery store will likely have an olive bar where you can buy stuffed and marinated olives of all kinds. In a pinch, those will do. But, why not make your own marinated olives instead? I find they are less salty, much more fragrant and flavorful and can even be cheaper. Plus, how cool is it to show off and say you made the olives rather than just popping open a jar? Right?

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Travel Inspiration: Spain and Oregon!

On my last trip to my hometown of Portland Oregon, I spent a fantastic day with my family at Mt. Hood’s iconic Timberline Ski Lodge. A foot injury prevented me from going outside to play in the snow, so I took it easy, skipped the skiing and went straight for the “Apres-Ski” cocktails and snacks. While my sisters were out skiing, the rest of us hung out in the lodge and picked at a ‘tapas style” smorgasbord of appetizers, including the most amazing marinated Castelvetrano olives. I knew I had to recreate these marinated olives once I returned home to Florida. Sunday Supper “A Night in Spain” was the perfect occasion. Tapas are my favorite kind of meal. Small plates meant for sharing equals sampling lots of different types of food on the table and lots of laughter and conversation. And that we did that day at the lodge.

Citrus Marinated Olives for #SundaySupper Tapas Party

The inspiration for this dish at Timberline Lodge Ram’s Head Bar with my family

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Today is the final day of the 4th Annual Food Wine Conference sponsored by Sunday Supper Movement. A fantastic event which brings together food bloggers, recipe developers, social media stars, and brand representatives for 3 days of the most phenomenal food and wine experiences, educational sessions and lots of networking.

The #FWCon conference has a special place in my heart for a number of reasons. First, because it was the first food blogger conference I attended, back in 2014, when I had nary a clue about this whole blogging business. Second, because although my quest to learn more about blogging and embark on a new career is what initially inspired me to reach out to Isabel Laessig, the founder of Sunday Supper Movement, it was my expertise in event planning that helped me become more involved in this new world of digital media. It has been an honor to be able to use something I know very well to assist the Sunday Supper team as a supporting sponsor of this conference for the past 2 years. Creating collaborative relationships where knowledge and expertise is shared has always been important to me and I am thankful to have had that experience with this fantastic group. Lastly, and most important, the conference has been most special because of all the wonderfully supportive blogger friends I have met at this event over the years. Over and over, we say that what we do as food writers and bloggers is not about ingredients and recipes, it’s about the people. It’s about creating great moments sharing great food over great conversation with family and friends. That’s what Sunday Supper Movement is all about and that’s why I’m so grateful to be a part of it.

Tonight, we will head to the unofficial conference after-party at Tapa Toro Tapas Bar & Paella Pit, my favorite Spanish restaurant in Orlando, for what promises to be one of the most memorable #SundaySupper LIVE twitter chats ever.

Tapa Toro serves contemporary Spanish cuisine led by chef / owner Katerina Coumbaros and executive chef Wendy Lopez in a vibrant, energetic atmosphere where you’re not only dazzled by the chefs behind the giant paella pit but entertained by live music and Flamenco dancing. We will be enjoying a true Tapas Party with sangria, a variety of tapas plates, charcuterie and paella while live tweeting with all of you about “A Night in Spain” from 7pm-8pm EST. I can’t think of a better way to wrap up this food and wine filled weekend with amazing tapas at Tapa Toro! I hope you will join us.

Citrus Marinated Olives for #SundaySupper Tapas Party

At Tapa Toro, Tapas, Sangria and Friends are the perfect combination!

Marinated Olives Ingredients

The Olives:
You can use any type of olive, so pick your favorite. However, don’t be afraid to try a new variety. There are dozens beyond the usual black, kalamata, and green varieties you find on grocery store shelves. I had never tried the Castelvetrano olive, Italy’s most famous bright green olive from Sicily. This recipe got me hooked. The meaty, buttery flesh and mild flavor allows the citrus and fennel marinade to shine through in a very flavorful way. If you want to keep the Tapas Party authentic to Spain (rather than Antipasto in Italy or Mezze in Greece), then try the commonly used Manzanilla Spanish olives (you usually find these stuffed with pimento) or buy the fatty Gordal olive, grown in Andalucia Spain. Amazon has a variety of olives available including the Castelvetrano or you can find them in a jar at gourmet stores.

Citrus Fennel Marinated Olives for #SundaySupper Tapas Party

Chef’s Tips: Katerina Coumbaros, Chef/Owner of Taverna Opa and Tapa Toro Restaurant in Orlando, host of the Sunday Supper LIVE event, recommends removing olives from their brine and soaking them for 24 hours to tone down the salty and bitter flavors. If you’re in a crunch for time, rinse the olives under running cold water for a minute and soak in a cold water bowl while you prepare your other ingredients.

Did you know that using olives with the pits in your recipes will give you a firmer texture? Olives with the pit removed tend to get mushy. Although they are much easier to eat. If you’re serving with the pits, be sure to have a discard bowl.

Regarding the preparation of the olives, there are two ways. The easy way is to simply mix all the ingredients in a jar or glass bowl and let the olives marinade in the olive oil mixture for a few days. I find a more flavorful way, is to briefly simmer on low heat to release the fragrances and oils of the orange zest, garlic and fennel. Olives can be refrigerated indefinitely but always remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes prior and serve at room temperature.

Citrus Fennel Marinated Olives for #SundaySupper Tapas Party

The Citrus:

Once again, you can select the citrus fruit of your choice based on what you can find fresh in your store. Navels, Valencia, and Clementines oranges, regular lemons or Meyer lemons all work great in this recipe. I always look for citrus fruit from Duda Farm Fresh Foods based here in Central Florida. After meeting their representatives last year at the Food Wine Conference and learning about their history, being a five generation family business since 1909, I realized how important it was to support local whenever possible. Plus, the quality of their produce is fantastic.

Citrus Fennel Marinated Olives for #SundaySupper Tapas Party
Citrus Fennel Marinated Olives for #SundaySupper Tapas Party

The Garlic:
In this recipe, you can either thinly slice or leave garlic cloves whole. In order to remove some of the bite and strong flavor of garlic, especially if leaving whole, bring a small saucepan with water to a boil and cook the unpeeled garlic cloves for 4 minutes. Drain and place the garlic in an ice water bath and then add to your oil marinade.

Citrus Fennel Marinated Olives for #SundaySupper Tapas Party

The Herbs & Spices:
The crushed fennel seeds, red pepper flakes, and fresh rosemary all contribute to a very fragrant and flavorful dish. You can adjust quantities to taste and skip the red pepper flakes all together if you don’t want any spice in your dish.

Citrus Fennel Marinated Olives for #SundaySupper Tapas Party

I hope you enjoy these Citrus and Fennel Marinated Olives as much as I have! Pop open a bottle of sherry, your favorite wine or mix a refreshing sangria and pair it with a combination of dishes from this fun Tapas Party Menu below, invite your friends over and you will be enjoying A Night in Spain no matter what part of the world you live in. Nothing says let’s get together like a Tapas Party. This is all you need for Easy Entertaining Spanish style!

I hope you’re inspired to celebrate at home and keep your travel dreams alive. #MakeSomedayHappen one delicious bite, sip and trip at a time. If you do make this recipe, please share on social media and tag @goepicurista #GoEpicRecipes. I would love to virtually clink glasses with you.

Cheers!

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Citrus Fennel Marinated Olives for #SundaySupper Tapas Party

Here’s some fun Tapas Party menu ideas:

Tapas Party Menu

Buy ready to go from your gourmet or international grocer:

  • Assorted Cheeses: choose your favorites or keep it authentic with Manchego and Cabrales Spanish cheeses
  • Assorted Cured Meats: Serrano Ham, Iberian Ham (substitute with Italian Prosciutto), and Spanish Chorizo
  • Assorted Cured Meats: Serrano Ham, Iberian Ham (substitute with Italian Prosciutto if not available), and Spanish Chorizo
  • Crusty Bread with extra virgin olive oil for dipping
  • Marcona Almonds

Prepare ahead of time:

These tapas dishes from the Sunday Supper tastemakers are perfect for “A Night in Spain” Tapas Party

Para Empezar, Las Tapas (Appetizers/tapas) –

  • Apple, Chorizo, and Manchego Crostini by Hezzi-D’s Books and Cooks
  • Champiñones al Ajillo by Culinary Adventures with Camilla
  • Chorizo and Sweet Potato Spanish Tortilla Bites by Cupcakes & Kale Chips
  • Citrus & Fennel Marinated Olives by Go Epicurista
  • Clams Casino Dip with Bacon by Girl Abroad
  • Crab Enchilado Empanadas with Avocado Cream by Gourmet Everyday
  • Deviled Eggs with Shrimp by Our Good Life
  • Gambas al Ajillo (Garlic Shrimp) by Pook’s Pantry
  • Garlicky Shrimp with Pancetta Olive Oil by Grumpy’s Honeybunch
  • Gazpacho Cucumber Bites by A Mind Full Mom
  • Gildas Picantes – Spicy Anchovy Olive Skewers by Food Lust People Love
  • Herbed and Spiced Almonds by Get the Good Stuff!
  • How to make Beef Sweet Sour Meatballs with Pineapple for #SundaySupper by Asian In America
  • Manchego Cheese & Chorizo Bites with Saffron Alioli by Hardly A Goddess
  • Margarita Ceviche by The Crumby Cupcake
  • Pinchos Morunos (Spanish Pork Skewers) with Mojo Picon by Curious Cuisiniere
  • Roasted Bell Pepper Goat Cheese Bites by She Loves Biscotti
  • Roasted Eggplant and Piquillo Pepper Toasts by Take A Bite Out of Boca
  • Roasted Red Peppers and Anchovies with Bruschetta by The Hungry Goddess
  • Seared Scallops with Shredded Manchego and a Bleu Cheese Crumble by The Freshman Cook
  • Serrano Ham & Goat Cheese Croquettes by My World Simplified
  • Serrano Ham Bites with Melon and Cheese by Palatable Pastime
  • Shrimp Romesco Bites by Cooking On The Ranch
  • Smoked Sardine Crostini by Cindy’s Recipes and Writings
  • Spanish Garlic Shrimp by Life Tastes Good
  • Tomato Gazpacho With Fried Avocado Bites by Nik Snacks
  • Tortilla de Camarones by The Healthy Fit Foodie
  • Tortilla Española by Monica’s Table
  • White Wine Marinated Steak with Blue Cheese by Caroline’s Cooking
  • Zanahorias Aliñadas (Spanish Marinated Carrots) by Tara’s Multicultural Table

Postres (Desserts) –

  • Buñuelos de Viento by Dessert Geek
  • Chocolate Orange Macarons by Gluten Free Crumbley
  • Chocolate Toasts with Apricot Jam by The Wimpy Vegetarian
  • Churro Bites with Chocolate Sauce by Angels Home Sweet Homestead
  • Churro Cupcakes by Pies and Plots
  • Mini Vanilla Flans by That Skinny Chick Can Bake
  • Mini Dulce de Leche Cheesecakes by The Redhead Baker

Bebidas (Drinks) –

  • Tinto de Verano ~ A Sangria alternative by An Appealing Plan

Plus Alcachofas al Ajillo – Garlicky Artichokes – and Spanish Tapas Recipes from Sunday Supper Movement

Citrus Fennel Marinated Olives for #SundaySupper Tapas Party

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Citrus Fennel Marinated Olives for #SundaySupper Tapas Party
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Citrus & Fennel Marinated Olives
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
1 d 15 mins
 
Fragrant and flavorful Castelvetrano olives marinated with orange, fennel, red pepper and rosemary for a perfect appetizer and snack.
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Mediterranean, Spanish
Keyword: Olives, Tapas
Servings: 2 Cups
Author: Christina Thomas
Ingredients
  • 2 cups Olives with pits Castelvetrano Italian Olives or your favorite
  • 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 6 cloves garlic
  • 1 Orange, small peel cut in thin julienne strips
  • 1 tsp Fennel Seeds, crushed
  • 1/2 tsp Red Pepper Flakes (to taste)
  • 1 sprig Rosemary, fresh cut into 2 inch sections
Instructions
  1. Remove zest of small orange with vegetable peeler to make thin strips (carefully avoid the white pith)
  2. Slice garlic thinly or boil whole garlic cloves for 4 minutes
  3. Cut rosemary sprig into 2 inch sections, removing leaves and discarding the stem
  4. Heat olive oil in small pan until it starts to simmer and then remove from heat
  5. Stir in garlic, orange peel and spices and let steep for 2 minutes.
  6. Add olives to the oil mixture and simmer on low heat for 2 minutes. Remove from heat.
  7. Let sit for at least one hour at room temperature before serving or storing.
  8. If refrigerated, remove olives from refrigerator 30 minutes prior to serving and bring to room temperature.

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I'm Christina, a hospitality consultant, freelance writer, food & travel enthusiast, brand cheerleader, ice cream fanatic, chocoholic, and eternal optimist on a mission to #MakeSomedayHappen one delicious bite, sip and trip at a time. Celebrating life with great food, wine and friends throughout Central Florida and everywhere I GO! I want to inspire you to take time out of your busy schedule to do the same. GO celebrate life today, for someday may never come. Join me and GO Epicurista!

Comments

  1. fei says

    05/20/2016 at 5:25 pm

    Thanks for sharing all those yummy recipes! Now if I could only get someone to make them…

    Reply
    • Christina Thomas says

      05/22/2016 at 2:25 pm

      I think I know someone available for hire 🙂 Cheers!

      Reply
  2. Barrie says

    05/17/2016 at 9:55 pm

    This looks like a great recipe and I love the breakdown of all the wonderful ingredients for a fun tapas party at home!

    Reply
    • Christina Thomas says

      05/22/2016 at 2:27 pm

      Thank you for checking out Go Epicurista! I hope you enjoy making these tapas dishes at home with friends. Cheers!

      Reply
  3. maria says

    05/17/2016 at 9:17 pm

    Love marinated olives…can’t wait to try your recipe. Thanks for sharing 🙂

    Reply
    • Christina Thomas says

      05/22/2016 at 2:28 pm

      Thank you so much! I hope you like them. I am hooked on these olives now because they are not briny and salty like the ones you buy in the store. Cheers!

      Reply
  4. jeff says

    05/16/2016 at 9:31 pm

    wow that looks amazing can’t wait to eat it !

    Reply
    • Christina Thomas says

      05/22/2016 at 2:29 pm

      Go for it! They are addictive!

      Reply

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🍵 We learned about the benefits of CBD and sampled cold hemp tea at #TheHempDepot with @davidcbd_dispensary⠀
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🌮 It was Taco Time at @restaurantmxtaco  where chef Ryan Manning's fantastic hongo sikil pak with pumpkin seed pesto, camote con mole taco, vegan birria tacos, quesadillas, rice bowl and guacamole all left us wanting more!⠀
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🥪 At @pompomsteahouse , warm pumpkin spiced tea with a bourbon kick paired with the Vegan Pom, Tuscan Melt and Dreamwich sandwich bites got us excited. Have you ever had a sandwich with noodles? Soooo good! ⠀
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🥛 At @juicebarorlando, owner Susan Buttery treated us to her fresh cold pressed juices, hummus, and a fantastic chia seed muffin with almond milk. It was all so good I brought more home. The Sassy Grassy and Spice of Life juices I could drink every day!! ⠀
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🍪 We ended our tour at @MarketonSouth - champions of 100% vegan eats in this district since 2015, we tried a variety of southern style BBQ sliders, Mac n’ Cheese and spicy chik'n dippers from @dharmafinevittles & scrumptious cookies and donuts from @valhallabakery ⠀
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Read more about it on the blog and go support these fantastic local businesses. The promotion with AMD specials is thru January, however you’ll find vegan and plant based options year-round. ⠀
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#MakeSomedayHappen #GoEpicOrlando #TheMilkDistrict
“Everywhere you go, take a smile with you.” - “Everywhere you go, take a smile with you.” - Sasha Azevedo (hosted) ⠀
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Who said anything about a diet in January? We need smiles right now. 😃 Happiness, donuts, coffee and smiles go hand in hand, don’t you think?⠀
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@everglazed_fl is now open in @disneysprings and I spent a sugar rush fueled morning learning all about this new donut and coffee shop. But there’s much more than donuts, I found plenty of surprises and even some really good things for the community. Donuts are simply the conduit to happiness! ⠀
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Here I am with one of my favorites - Reese's Nitro & Peanut Butter Explosion Donut. This is dessert for breakfast, lunch and dinner! ⠀
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👉🏼 Check out my full review on GoEpicurista.com, find out my favorites, my least favorites, and learn more about why you may want to add Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew to your list of places to dine at on your next Walt Disney World visit.⠀
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There’s so much to bring us down in the world right now. A sugar high is guaranteed to bring spirits up. Smiles guaranteed. 😃⠀
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“There is no cure for birth and death save to en “There is no cure for birth and death save to enjoy the interval.” - George Santayana⠀
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Hello 2021! May we enjoy the interval more than ever this year. It's time for "The Cure".... 😉⠀
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Got any plans for the first day of the year? ⠀
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@raglanroadpub in @disneysprings is celebrating with their popular "Rollicking Raglan Weekend Brunch" today and their fantastic “The Cure” signature Bloody Mary. ⠀
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Dig into a phenomenal brunch menu of delicious offerings ranging from The Full Irish breakfast and Pancakes Diaspora to the OMG Burger and the pub’s famous Fish & Chips – a premium 10-ounce North Atlantic beer-battered cod filet.  Enjoy live Irish entertainment (starting at noon) while you sip “The Cure” or one of their epic Irish coffees. ⠀
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Space is limited so reservations are encouraged at 407/938-0300 or online. ⠀
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👉🏼 Check out GoEpicurista.com for more details on the best Bloody Mary & Weekend Brunches in Orlando including Raglan Road Irish Pub. ⠀
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Slainte! Cheers to a better 2021! 🎉🥂 #GOepicOrlando #MakeSomedayHappen
"Acknowledging the good that you already have in y "Acknowledging the good that you already have in your life is the foundation for all abundance." - Eckhart Tolle⠀
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In a year that will never be forgotten, there's still so much I'm grateful for. ⠀
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💫  Life. We made it this far! ⠀
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💕  Love. There will never be a day I'm not most grateful for my husband, my family and my dear friends. If you're reading this - I'm grateful for YOU!⠀
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🥂  Fun. Yes! Despite the challenges of this pandemic. We adapted. And we searched for joy in every turn. ⠀
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✨  We got creative in the kitchen⠀
✨  We enjoyed the outdoors & went for more walks than ever before⠀
✨  We used Zoom, What's App & social media to stay connected⠀
✨  We attempted to learn new skills in the early days (remember March?!) ⠀
✨  We watched a lot of TV! (Schitt’s Creek, Ted Lasso, Killing Eve, The Queen’s Gambit, Mandalorian & even Tiger King got us thru it!)⠀
✨  We heard the words “pivot” “unprecedented” & “hunker down” way too much. ⠀
✨ “We’re in this together” has a new meaning ⠀
✨  We were distanced yet became much more aware of the world around us ⠀
✨  We had our eyes opened to the harsh inequalities that exist and the importance of speaking out ⠀
✨  We appreciated quality experiences over quantity and became much more selective of where we went when we left the house⠀
✨  Staycations did wonders for our mental health. Thank you @wyndhamgrandorl and @waldorforlando for epic "getaways"! ⠀
✨  In the year of "Take Out" we were awed by epic "At Home Experiences" Thank you @newstandardwp & @tavernaopaorl (Read about them on GoEpicurista.com) ⠀
✨  We were inspired by the tenacity & creativity of small business owners, restaurateurs & food'preneurs who worked so hard to survive & thrive (so many to mention!)⠀
✨  We were encouraged for the future of our hospitality industry by new openings like Knife & Spoon @ritzcarltonorlando & revamps like Henry Moso's @kabooki_orlando 2.0 - The Most Epic Meals of 2020!⠀
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There were so many things on my “To Do List” that didn't get checked off. But for today, I'm choosing simply to be grateful for this moment. ⠀
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Wishing you loads of abundance & joy. Happy New Year 2021!⠀
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#MakeSomedayHappen
“No matter how hard the past, you can always beg “No matter how hard the past, you can always begin again.” — Buddha (hosted)

Hope for a better new year. Hope is all we can hang on to. That and a glass of champagne! 😉🥂

As I reflect back on this difficult year, there's still so much to be grateful for. I'm mostly grateful for the friendships that have sustained me and the continued partnerships with my favorite local businesses that have inspired me to keep GoEpicurista going. And, while we didn't travel or dine out much in 2020, we did manage to enjoy a few fabulous staycations and epic meals in Orlando that truly made our spirits bright. More than ever I appreciate now, it's about "Quality vs. Quantity."

Our dinners at Bull & Bear at @waldorforlando and La Luce at @bonnetcreek were epic! I'm still dreaming of that beef carpaccio and the pasta explosion and the perfectly cooked filet and.... all the perfectly paired wines. 

If you haven't dined at Bull & Bear and La Luce or if its been a while, add them to your list and make it a point to GO! 2021 needs all the goodness you can bring! 

Make any day a celebration. Seriously, life is too short. #MakeSomedayHappen

🎉 If you don't have plans for New Year's Eve, La Luce and Bull & Bear are serving fabulous multi course menus to help you say “Hello 2021” in style! 

👉🏼 Check out GoEpicurista.com for a full list of all the festive ways to celebrate in Orlando on 12/31.

#GoEpicOrlando #WAOFoodie #HBCFoodie #WaldorfOrlando #HiltonBonnetCreek
“The bad news is time flies. The good news is yo “The bad news is time flies. The good news is you’re the pilot. — Micheal Altshuler⠀
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Everyone’s asking “Are you ready for 2021?” And as much as I want to say YES and put this crazy year in the rear view mirror, I also have a long "To Do List" to get done before the year is over. 😩  Where does the time go? Am I the only one who feels like the days are just flying by? ⠀
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Speaking of blink and you miss it moments, I couldn’t believe when I heard @seitobp is celebrating their 20th Anniversary! It's one of my favorite sushi spots in town and I'm sad to say it's been a while since my last visit. This lobster claw sushi is a throwback of a most epic dinner there! ⠀
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If you haven't been to Seito in Baldwin Park, now's the time to visit or re-visit. They're celebrating with over $2K in giveaways! (Follow on social for details!) Plus featuring a fantastic special multi-course menu of old favorites and new flavors this week. ⠀
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Congratulations to Jason and Sue Chin, the talented "pilots" of the Good Salt Restaurant Group. They've filled Orlando's culinary scene with loads of flavor with Seito, @theospreyorlando and @reyesmezcaleria with a 4th restaurant @themonroeorlando coming to give more to look forward to in 2021! ⠀
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Cheers to local restaurants doing good! 🥂⠀
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#GoEpicOrlando #MakeSomedayHappen #SeitoBaldwinPark
“Hope smiles from the threshold of the year to c “Hope smiles from the threshold of the year to come, whispering, ‘It will be happier.'” — Alfred Lord Tennyson (hosted)⠀
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It’s the last Monday of 2020! 🎉 How about ushering 2021 with a little sweetness and lots of hope? These gorgeous @sweetbyholly mini cupcakes are the perfect treat for your NYE party safe at home. ⠀
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The New Year’s Eve 6 Pack is only $6, available for pick up on 12/30 & 12/31⠀
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👉🏼 Quantities are limited so it’s best to Pre-Order,  online or by phone.⠀
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Good Riddance 2020! Cheers to a happier and sweeter 2021! 🥂🧁⠀
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How are you celebrating this New Year’s Eve? Please stay safe & celebrate responsibly so we can all enjoy a happier 2021. 😷 ⠀
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#GOepicOrlando #MakeSomedayHappen #SweetByHolly #NewYearsEve
"I don't know if there'll be snow, but have a cup "I don't know if there'll be snow, but have a cup of cheer." 🎶 —Johnny Marks and Burl Ives⠀
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What festive cocktail will be in your cup of cheer this New Year’s Eve? ⠀
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I loved this gorgeous sangria at Capa in @fsorlando 🍹 The bartenders at the posh resort’s restaurants are some of the best in town, and a great place to welcome 2021, whether you’re craving a Spanish feast at  Capa with a fab Gin Tonic or sangria, Ravello’s Italian cuisine with a Lavender Sgroppino Prosecco cocktail or Cranberry Old Fashioned (recipes below!), Plancha’s mojitos, PB&G indulgent Chocolate Peppermint Martini, or The Lobby Bar’s “Be Gone 2020” - You know there’s plenty of cheer! ⠀
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👍🏼 Check out GoEpicurista.com for my fun festive and safe ways to celebrate New Year’s Eve in Orlando including Four Seasons Resort!⠀
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Here’s 2 fun cocktail recipes for a delightful Four Seasons Orlando experience at home.⠀
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🥃 Cranberry Old Fashioned⠀
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1 oz “Cranberry Simple”: fresh cranberries, water, and sugar. Simmer one cup of cranberries with sugar (about ¼ cup or to preferred sweetness) and 2 cups of water in a pan on medium heat, and then reduce to low heat. Once cranberries are tender, strain out the cranberries, and the remainder serves as the cranberry simple syrup.⠀
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1 oz Bourbon⠀
3 Drops Cranberry Bitters⠀
1 Dash Angostura⠀
1 Lemon Wedge⠀
Sprig of thyme⠀
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Add all ingredients to a mixing glass and stir. Strain into a rocks glass over an ice sphere. Squeeze in and add the lemon wedge. Garnish with a sprig of thyme. Enjoy!⠀
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🍾 Lavender Sgroppino⠀
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3 oz Lemon Sorbet⠀
2 oz Prosecco⠀
.5 oz Lavender Infused Vodka⠀
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Cheers!⠀
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#GOepicOrlando #MakeSomedayHappen #FSConnectsAtHome #FSOrlando
"The party's on, the feeling's here that only come "The party's on, the feeling's here that only comes this time of year." —Paul McCartney⠀
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We're all anxiously looking forward for 2020 to end and a more hopeful 2021 to arrive.  Aren't we? How will you celebrate on New Year's Eve this year? ⠀
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I'm happy as long as I have a glass of bubbles in my hand. I plan to order takeout and welcome the new year in my PJs at home. The 2020 way! LOL! 🥂⠀
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👉🏼 Check out GoEpicurista.com for my extensive list of options for festive ways to celebrate New Year's Eve in Orlando - whether you're looking for a multi-course dinner prepared by a talented chef, a theme party, to be entertained at an outdoor concert, or like me, to order a holiday feast to go. ⠀
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One of my favorite restaurants in Orlando, @reelfishcoastal is bringing back their 1.5 lb Maine lobster special for only $39 in addition to their fantastic full menu including the best selection of fresh oysters in town to ring in the new year! Best part is you can order it all to go! ⠀
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Of course, if you choose to dine in, they’re following all safety protocols. ⠀
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Enjoy "GET REEL" Happy Hour from 4-7p, Bottomless Champagne for only $20.21 starting at 4pm, Live DJ from 7:30pm until late and complimentary champagne toast when the clock strikes 12midnight! Make reservations as space is limited. Call (407) 543-3474 or visit: ReelFishCoastal.com ⠀
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Cheers to 2021! We can't wait! ⠀
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#GoEpicOrlando #MakeSomedayHappen #ReelFishCoastal #NewYearsEve
“Will you please tell Santa that instead of pres “Will you please tell Santa that instead of presents this year, I just want my family back.” – Kevin, Home Alone ⠀
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Merry Christmas Everyone🎄 Kevin may have wanted a cheese pizza but he wanted his family more. I know the feeling. Today I got both!⠀
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There’s no better present than spending time with family, even if that means having a pizza party on Zoom. ⠀
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So many of us are missing our families this year and so we’ve gotten creative. We may have even started a new Xmas tradition. ⠀
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From Portland, Oregon to Orlando, Florida. Dominican Republic to Chicago. We all gathered on Zoom, made pizza, played trivia games, did a scavenger hunt and had an amazing time! ⠀
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For our pizzas, I used @bredinbk ready made crust and topped with roasted peppers, prosciutto, roasted garlic, arugula and my favorite, local Orlando made, family owned Dicuru @freshmozzarellausa. Vladimir and his nephew Jorge are the nicest guys and their Burrata and mozzarella is by far the best in town! ⠀
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👉🏼 Look for Dicuru in your grocery store or order direct from them. I love supporting family owned and run small businesses like them. ⠀
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The holidays are all about family. I’m grateful to be able to spend it with mine even if it’s virtually. While some are no longer with us, their memories will always remain in our hearts. ⠀
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Scroll to see my family Xmas pizza party. The best present was the last video. 💕 😊 🍕🎄⠀
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Merry Christmas! ⠀
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#GOepicOrlando #MakeSomedayHappen #DicuruMozzarella #ChristmasonZoom
“From what we get, we can make a living; what we “From what we get, we can make a living; what we give, however, makes a life.” - Arthur Ashe⠀
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Thank you for following my @GoEpicurista journey. I’m so grateful for each one of you who reads, comments and shares my posts. You inspire me! Together we #MakeSomedayHappen 💕 ⠀
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It’s Christmas Eve and I have some yummy cupcakes for YOU! ⠀
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But this isn’t your traditional #GIVEAWAY...⠀
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@sweetbyholly was so kind to give me gift certificates for their fab mini cupcakes and I would love to pay it forward and give them to YOU or anyone who needs a little cheer this time of year.⠀
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The holidays can be tough, this year more than ever. If you or someone you know needs some sweetness in their life, please leave a comment below. 😊⠀
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Maybe you know a front line health care worker, first responder, teacher or delivery driver, restaurant staff or anyone who’s had a really tough year. Tag them in the comments and let them know you care. ⠀
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I know these are just cupcakes. They won’t change the world. But I guarantee they will bring a smile to their face. Sometimes that can make a world of difference. 😄⠀
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This is not your typical GIVEAWAY. ⠀
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I’m not asking you to FOLLOW @GoEpicurista or @sweetbyholly or LIKE this post to win - although it would be nice 😊⠀
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👉🏼 Simply leave a comment & TAG the person you want to bring a little cheer to. ⠀
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👉🏼 Tag as many people as you want by leaving separate comments. ⠀
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👉🏼 The winner does have to live in Orlando area to pick up their cupcakes.⠀
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👍🏼 4 winners will be selected at random on 12/25 and each will receive (1) six pack of awesome mini cupcakes from Sweet By Holly. ⠀
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Winners will be notified by DM. This giveaway is in no way affiliated with Instagram. ⠀
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🧁 If you’re interested in bringing some cheer to your loved ones this season, pick up a HollyDay Dozen TODAY! Scroll to see how pretty!⠀
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#GoEpicOrlando #MakeSomedayHappen #SweetByHolly #merrychristmaseveryone🎄
“OK, what about the gift situation then? Because “OK, what about the gift situation then? Because everything on my list requires pre-order." — David Rose, #SchittsCreek⠀
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Looking for last minute local gift ideas for the #OrlandoFoodie in your life? ⠀
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Treat your friends and family to something they can look forward to using! You know they’ll love their favorite dish or cocktail at their favorite restaurant, like this festive “Christmas in Singapour” at @eathawkers. ⠀
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Restaurant gift cards always come in handy. And they help support our local restaurants, which need it more than ever. Plus they’re great for those of us who are last minute shoppers. 🙈⠀
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Many restaurants like Hawkers are offering bonuses! ⠀
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#Hawkerdays gift card promotion is going on now through 12/31. The more you spend, the more you receive! You get $5 bonus gift card for every $25 gift card purchased, and no one has to know if you keep the bonus! 😉 ⠀
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Have you finished your Xmas shopping?⠀
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Happy Holidays! 🎄 ⠀
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#GoEpicOrlando #MakeSomedayHappen #HolidayGifts #SaveRestaurants
“Like snowflakes, my Christmas memories gather a “Like snowflakes, my Christmas memories gather and dance — each beautiful, unique, and gone too soon.” —Deborah Whipp⠀
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This year has certainly made us cherish the memories of great times spent with loved ones sharing yummy food, laughing and living life. They are such fleeting moments, gone too soon. ⠀
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I'll tell you what else goes fast, and that's these gorgeous @dgdoughnuts 💕 ⠀
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I didn't know they were named the best donut in the State of Florida on Yelp but I can see why! ⠀
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They're so creative, made in small batch, hand rolled, hand cut and hand decorated daily with inventive flavors that change weekly. They sell out quickly so if there's a flavor you want, be sure to get there early or order ahead. Definitely a Must Eat!⠀
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These are "Fancy Pants" Donuts! ⠀
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And if you want a boozy treat to celebrate the season, check out the ones with a pipette shot! ⠀
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The "Coquito" filled with sweet coconut custard, topped with a pipette of @bacardi  limited edition Coquito cream rum and Jack Daniels Caramel Winter Apple filled with spiced apple filling topped with dulce de leche rosettes and a pipette of of @jackdaniels Winter Jack Tennessee Whiskey are sure to make a fun celebration! ⠀
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#SupportLocal #EatLocal this holiday season! Forget the calories. Indulge! It's 2020 after all! ⠀
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Thank you @bebefehr for sharing! #GoEpicOrlando #MakeSomedayHappen #dgdoughnuts
"The best time for ice cream is always." — Unkno "The best time for ice cream is always." — Unknown⠀
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Just because it’s the #wintersolstice doesn’t mean you can’t have ice cream! Do you like frozen treats even if it’s cold outside? I do! 🍦 Especially when it’s a festive cone like this one at @peterbrookewp in Winter Park. ⠀
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If you’re looking for some delicious gifts this holiday season, don’t forget to support our local small businesses. ⠀
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Peterbrooke has some amazing chocolate treats for everyone on your list and while you’re there you might as well treat yourself to some gelato too! ⠀
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#GOepicOrlando #MakeSomedayHappen #SupportLocal #SupportSmallBusinesses
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