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Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando Better Than Ever

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Photo recap why every Foodie Loves Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando.

Cows N Cabs Brings Together Top Culinary Talent for Evening of Food, Fun and Charity!

Disclosure: I was an invited media guest of Cows N’ Cabs for purposes of sharing the experience with you. No other form of compensation was received and all opinions are my own. As always, I only share with you experiences I love, to inspire you to #MakeSomedayHappen one delicious bite, sip and trip at a time.  

Cows N’ Cabs is one of the premier foodie events in Orlando, and one of my personal favorites. Established in 2012 by John Rivers, Founder/CEO of 4R Restaurant Group, and Dave Larue, Vice President of ABC Fine Wine & Spirits, the annual western themed charity event is a “party with a purpose” that keeps getting better and better. Here’s a full recap from 2018 so you can see why you can’t miss it in 2019.

In one night, you get to enjoy the best of Orlando’s food scene! Dance and sing along with talented musicians and bid on hundreds of silent auction items every foodie wants. Put on your cowboy hats and boots, if you wish. However, loose fitting comfy clothes are highly recommended for this all you can eat and plenty to drink extravaganza. And, the best part is that it’s for a good cause.

Over the last seven years, Cows ‘n Cabs has donated more than $800,000 to local charities.

100% of the event proceeds benefit charities supporting children in Central Florida including After School All Stars and Elevate Orlando.

Photo recap why every Foodie Loves Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando. Including Todd English BluZoo chefs.
The culinary team of Todd English’s blu zoo
Photo recap why every Foodie Loves Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando. Including Soco Thornton Park
Soco Southern style BBQ Grilled Kalbi
Photo recap why every Foodie Loves Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando. Including Luke's Kitchen and Bar
Luke’s American Kitchen and Bar Ceviche

Why do foodies love Cows N Cabs?

If you want to know why Cows N’ Cabs is one of Central Florida’s most anticipated culinary events for every foodie in town, and one of my favorite “Must Do” events in Orlando, just take a look at the photos below. Guaranteed you’ll be drooling.

Photo recap why every Foodie Loves Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando. Todd English BluZoo Tuna Tartare
Todd English blu zoo tuna tartare

The event occurs every autumn under a giant tent in Winter Park’s West Meadow. Enjoy the tease of the Fall breeze as you walk around from station to station, chat with the chefs and indulge in signature bites paired with a variety of wines, craft beers and cocktails.

Photo recap why every Foodie Loves Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando.
Guaranteed delicious fun inside the Cows N Cabs tent at Winter Park West Meadow

Cows N Cabs Keeps Getting Bigger and Better!

Each year, the event grows in both attendance (it’s gone from 300 to 1,000 guests) and now features over 30 popular restaurants, including James Beard Award-nominated chefs.

Photo recap why every Foodie Loves Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando.

This is one of the things I love most about Orlando’s culinary scene on display at Cows N Cabs. These talented award winning chefs and restaurant owners are cooking and serving in a tent on a Saturday night instead of working at their busy restaurants. All to support great charities and each other.

Photo recap why every Foodie Loves Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando. Chef Kathleen Blake of The Rusty Spoon.
Chef Kathleen Blake of The Rusty Spoon is always a joy to watch cook. She’s since sold her award-winning restaurant but I hope to see her at events like this again soon.

Morimoto Asia Chef Yuhi Fujinaga always brings up a fun Pan-Asian fusion like Asian BBQ beef tacos. I hear this year he’s bringing Japanese A5 wagyu beef pho. I can’t wait!

Photo recap why every Foodie Loves Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando. Including Chef Yuhi Fujinaga of Morimoto Asia
Chef Yuhi Fujinaga of Morimoto Asia

The participation of such talented culinarians is a testament to the man in charge, John Rivers, whose popular 4Rivers Smokehouse restaurant got its start as a way to raise funds for a young girl with cancer.  John is one of the nicest guys in the industry and everyone is happy to show up to support. 4R Smokehouse celebrated its 10th anniversary on October 26, 2019 and the day has been proclaimed “4Rivers Day” by Winter Park Mayor Steve Leary.

Photo recap why every Foodie Loves Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando. Organizer John Rivers of 4R Restaurant Group
A quick photo with the most gracious host, John Rivers of 4R Restaurant Group.

You Won’t Be Thirsty at Cows N Cabs!

With ABC Liquor as one of the presenting sponsors and various top beverage companies as supporting sponsors, if you’re thirsty you don’t have to walk far. You’ll find a great selection of wines (ahem the event is called Cows N Cabs!), plenty of bubbles, beer and cocktails.

Photo recap why every Foodie Loves Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando.
Grab yourself a glass on the way in. Guaranteed this is the only time you’ll find it empty for the rest of the night!

It wouldn’t be a true Southern party without Cheerwine. The North Carolina effervescent cherry soda has been around since 1917 and is a popular table at Cows N Cabs. Get it mixed with Maker’s Mark or on its own.

Photo recap why every Foodie Loves Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando. Cheerwine and Makers Mark cocktail
Lots of Cheers for Cheerwine and Maker’s Mark!

Wine and Bubbles Flow at Cows N Cabs!

Wine Lovers are well taken care of. Practically every table serves up a wine pairing so you can be sure to find ones you like. Charles Krug Wines brought the reds and the whites.

Photo recap why every Foodie Loves Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando. Charles Krug Wines

The Charles Krug Purple Heart Red Blend from Sonoma County was my favorite.

Photo recap why every Foodie Loves Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando. Charles Krug Wine
If you love red wines, there were plenty to choose from!

If you love bubbles, like me, the station featuring Champagne Taittinger was a popular stop.

Photo recap why every Foodie Loves Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando. Including Champagne Taiittinger
Champagne Taittinger, yes please!

Veuve Clicquot Rose Cocktails may have been my favorite thirst quenchers. Topped with grapefruit wedges, they were the girly drinks of the night.

Photo recap why every Foodie Loves Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando. Including Veuve Clicquot
Veuve Clicquot, a definite treat!
Photo recap why every Foodie Loves Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando.
The ladies of Veuve Clicquot served up the most refreshing drink of the night.

Vodka, Rum, Whiskey and Bourbon, take your pick!

Vodka Lovers have no fear, you’ll be well taken care of. The Grey Goose bar had a long line all night in 2018. Tito’s Vodka will be sponsoring in 2019.

Photo recap why every Foodie Loves Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando. Including Grey Goose Vodka
Guests had a choice of two specialty cocktails at The Grey Goose bar

How about a Rum Drink? Bumbu Rum was a fine sipper from Barbados. Barcardi is joining the line up in 2019.

Photo recap why every Foodie Loves Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando.
Aged 15 years Bumbu Rum from Barbados was a hit at Cows N Cabs

The Polite Pig served their superb Barrel Aged Manhattan. Jim Beam and Jameson will also be on hand.

Photo recap why every Foodie Loves Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando. Including The Polite Pig
Polite Pig’s bourbon program is one of the best in the city.
Their Barrel Aged Manhattan was a special treat at Cows N Cabs.

Cows N Cabs Got Sake?

Morimoto Asia brought their own! Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto serves his own proprietary line of sakes exclusively at the Disney Springs restaurant. The Nigori Sparkling was a fun sipper.

Photo recap why every Foodie Loves Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando. Including Morimoto Asia
Morimoto Asia Nigori Sparkling Sake at Cows N Cabs

Need Caffeine?

For those in need of a caffeine fix, there were boozy options like Grey Goose La Vanille Espresso Martini.

Photo recap why every Foodie Loves Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando.
Grey Goose La Vanille Espresso Martini

For the non-boozy option, local favorite Foxtail Coffee is in the house! (i.e. the tent) Pair it with lovely cakes to end your night on the perfect note.

Photo recap why every Foodie Loves Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando. Including Foxtail Coffee
Foxtail cold brew is always welcome. Some of us wanted the whole jug!
Photo recap why every Foodie Loves Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando.
Foxtail Coffee Co. Iain Yeakle brought the caffeine boost to Cows N Cabs!

We Need To Talk About The Food at Cows N Cabs!

Of course, the food is the top reason why foodies love Cows N Cabs. With 30+ food stations, I tried to sample everything last year but just couldn’t. There was so much food. My only advice is: pace yourself. And get an extra set of hands to help you juggle all the drinks and plates.

Photo recap why every Foodie Loves Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando.
My husband is great at juggling food and drinks!

Check out what we sampled in 2018 to give you an idea of what to expect for 2019:

4R Restaurant Group is Southern Goodness at Cows N Cabs!

Chef John Rivers always presents a delicious selection from his 4R Restaurant Group. Carved smoked meats and even a whole roasted pig was served in the VIP area from 4 Rivers Smokehouse. Crispy chicken sandwiches from The COOP are always fun Southern goodness.

Photo recap why every Foodie Loves Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando.
Popeye’s Chicken Sandwich has nothing on this Feisty Chicken Slider
from The COOP.

In 2018, the hit of the night was the Taco Cone from the new 4R Cantina food truck, which is usually permanently parked at Disney Springs.

Photo recap why every Foodie Loves Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando. Including 4R Cantina
The famous Taco Cone from 4R Cantina Food Truck at Cows N Cabs

Where’s The Beef?

Soco Thornton Park Chef Greg Richie is known for his contemporary southern food. His Southern Style BBQ Grilled Kalbi Beef with pickled cabbage slaw was a perfect mix of bold flavors.

Photo recap why every Foodie Loves Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando. Including Soco Thornton Park
Soco BBQ on the spot!
Photo recap why every Foodie Loves Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando. Including Soco Thornton Park Chef Greg Richie
Soco Chef Greg Richie delivers bold flavors at Cows N Cabs!

Chef James Petrakis of The Polite Pig served porcini crusted smoked prime rib slider with persimmon BBQ and pumpkin radicchio slaw.

Photo recap why every Foodie Loves Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando.
This is no ordinary slider. The Polite Pig rocked lots of flavors in a small bite.

Pork Belly is always tasty from Tapa Toro Chef Frank Galeano. His Pork Belly Matambre was a hunger killer!

Photo recap why every Foodie Loves Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando.
Tapa Toro Chef Frank Galeano
Photo recap why every Foodie Loves Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando.
Tapa Toro at Cows N Cabs

Carved Meats!

Terralina Italian carved up their popular house-made porchetta of pork belly and pork loin with apple mostarda chutney.

Photo recap why every Foodie Loves Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando.
Line up for Terralina’s Porchetta!

It’s Not All Beef. There’s Seafood Too!

Reel Fish Coastal Kitchen served grilled wild caught Key West pink shrimp sauteed in Knob Creek whiskey infused cream sauce on sourdough bread. You can call them “drunk” and tasty!

Photo recap why every Foodie Loves Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando.
Reel Fish Coastal Kitchen owner Fred Thim is a great guy to stop and chat with.
Photo recap why every Foodie Loves Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando. Including Reel Fish Coastal Kitchen
I ate a few of these Reel Whiskey Shrimp bites. Not ashamed one bit to admit it.

Chef Brandon McGlamery of Luke’s Kitchen and Bar brought not one but two signature bites for us to devour. Shrimp and Snapper Ceviche with cucumber gazpacho and Brussels Sprouts with Persimmon Chestnut Granola.

Photo recap why every Foodie Loves Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando.
Brussels Sprouts with Persimmon and Chestnut Granola
Photo recap why every Foodie Loves Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando.
Shrimp and Snapper Ceviche with cucumber gazpacho

Pizza Bruno’s Octo & Tots disappeared quickly. The popular appetizer with charred braised octopus, fingerling potatoes and garlic aioli always brings lots of smiles.

Photo recap why every Foodie Loves Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando.
Pizza Bruno Charred Octopus

Todd English’s Bluezoo Chef Jason Wiggin served a beautiful plate of Yellowfin Tuna Tartare with crispy tempura rice, miso caviar, lotus root, scallion cream and nitro sriracha aioli.

Photo recap why every Foodie Loves Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando.
Yellowfin Tuna Tartare with crispy tempura rice, miso caviar, lotus root, scallion cream and nitro sriracha aioli from Todd English blu zoo
Photo recap why every Foodie Loves Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando.

Orlando Loves Tacos!

If you’re like most Orlando foodies, you love tacos. You’ll be happy to know there were several tasty tacos to choose from at Cows N Cabs.

STK Chef Jonathan Fahey served up hearty Short Rib Tacos with brussels slaw, Korean BBQ sauce, pumpkin kimchi and black garlic maple crema. It had all the autumn notes.

Photo recap why every Foodie Loves Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando.
STK Short Rib Taco
Photo recap why every Foodie Loves Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando. Including STK
A beautiful pairing by STK

Hawker’s Asian Street Fare Chef Kariloly Arias served Bulgogi Beef Taco with garlic ginger, house kimchi, jicama and chili sauce.

Photo recap why every Foodie Loves Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando.
Bulgogi Beef Taco from Hawker’s Asian Street Fare

I’m thrilled to hear Hunger Street Tacos owner / chef Joseph Creech is coming back in 2019. His “La Gringa” Quesadilla al pastor with pineapple, jalapeno cream was a crowd favorite.

Photo recap why every Foodie Loves Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando.
Hunger Street Tacos always brings authentic Mexican flavors

I wouldn’t expect anything less from this Mexican cuisine local favorite.

Photo recap why every Foodie Loves Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando.
Hunger Street Tacos were busy all night!

Asian BBQ Beef Tacos and Lettuce Wraps from Morimoto Asia.

Photo recap why every Foodie Loves Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando.

Jason and Sue Chin of Chin Restaurant Group brought Reyes Mezcaleria and chef Wendy Lopez to die for carnitas tacos in 2018. In 2019, they will bring specialties from Seito Sushi in Baldwin Park.

Photo recap why every Foodie Loves Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando. Including Reyes Mezcaleria
Chin Restaurant Group Jason and Sue Chin with Chef Wendy Lopez at Cows N Cabs
Photo recap why every Foodie Loves Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando.
Carnitas Tacos with pico de gallo, pickled Jalapeno and handmade blue corn tortillas from Reyes Mezcaleria at Cows N Cabs

Everyone Loves Pizza!

Especially when it’s hot and fresh from the oven Pizza Bruno by Chef Bruno Zacchini. The Margarita Pizza topped with fresh mozzarella, pecorino, tomato sauce, basil and EVOO is a classic!

Photo recap why every Foodie Loves Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando.
Pizza Bruno Margarita

Pickles and Saltines are a must in any Southern Affair!

Chef Kathleen Blake elevates anything she puts her hands on with the right touch of Southern flair. She served Smoked Florida Mullet with pickled vegetables and fried saltine crackers. Who knew fried saltine crackers would be this good?

Photo recap why every Foodie Loves Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando.

I laughed when she said “was I supposed to serve beef?” Kathleen can truly can serve whatever she wants. I will miss her at this year’s event. Who knew fried saltines were a thing? She even brought homemade mints, because as a true mom she said “If you’re on a date, you’re going to need some mints after all this rich food”

Photo recap why every Foodie Loves Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando.
Kathleen Blake fried saltines with smoked mullet dip and pickles

The True Foodie Test of The Night.

Last year, 1921 Mount Dora Chef Camilo Velasco served up one of the two most interesting dishes of the night: St. John River “Nashville Hot Frogs Legs” with Fresno chile honey and bread and butter pickles. It was absolutely delicious, and no it didn’t taste “just like chicken”.

It was the true “foodie” sorting hat test of the evening. You either went for it or you didn’t. I had the most fun watching the reactions. Those with the horrified look who turned away (foodie fail) and the ones whose eyes lit up with glee at the chance to try the unique bite (foodie win!)

I’m looking forward to seeing what the talented new 1921 Chef Josh Oakley will serve up this year.

Photo recap why every Foodie Loves Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando. Including 1921
Would you try this?

The Ravenous Pig Chef James Petrakis, Chef Julie Petrakis and Chef Nick Sierputowski served the second most “foodie” dish of the night. crispy oysters topped with steak tartare. A winning bite that is now on their menu!

Photo recap why every Foodie Loves Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando. Including Ravenous Pig
Ravenous Pig Crispy Oyster Steak Tartare

Surprised By Plant Based Deliciousness!

I’m going to be straight here. This is not an event for the plant based eater. The name Cows N Cabs pretty much tells you that it’s meat centric. However, it is always awesome to have owner/chef Chelsie Savage and Chef de Cuisine Chef Emily Congdon of Proper and Wild in the house. A great reminder that their plant-based menu appeals to everyone who enjoys good food. Even us omnivores!

Photo recap why every Foodie Loves Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando. Including Proper & Wild

In 2018 they served Beet Tartare with cashew yolk and chive over grilled sourdough, and Heart of Palm Crabcake with spicy remoulade. In 2019 they will be sampling three dishes including Carrot Lox Crostini, and Heart Cakes Benedict.

Dixie Dharma also brought their popular “Mac N Cheese”

Photo recap why every Foodie Loves Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando.
Dixie Dharma Creamy Cashew Mac and Cheese you would never guess was vegan!

Of course there’s lots of sweets!

4R Specialty Cakes and Sweet Shop served up a “boozy bar” of liquor infused treats such as Blackberry Wine Cupcakes, Bourbon Banana Pudding, Jameson Cake Truffles, Strawberry Champagne Cake Shots. Enough to satisfy everyone’s sweet tooth.

Photo recap why every Foodie Loves Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando.
Photo recap why every Foodie Loves Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando.
4R Sweet Shop Chocolate Blackberry Wine Cupcakes… not going to lie. I had more than one.
Photo recap why every Foodie Loves Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando.
Jameson Cake Truffles and Holiday Shortbread Cookies to die for.
Photo recap why every Foodie Loves Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando.
Sweets Sweets and more Sweets!
Photo recap why every Foodie Loves Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando.
Bourbon Banana Pudding

The Glass Knife Chef Stuart Whitfield served a beautiful taste of autumn with Apple Spice Petite Cakes layered with salted caramel buttercream, house made apple butter and pecan crunch. Topped with salted caramel and dried apple spice, praline pecans and an edible leaf.

Photo recap why every Foodie Loves Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando.
The Glass Knife petite cake

There’s always plenty of smiles around the Peterbrooke Chocolatier of Winter Park table. I’m always smiling with chocolate covered popcorn and truffles.

Photo recap why every Foodie Loves Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando.
Peterbrooke Chocolatier of Winter Park
Photo recap why every Foodie Loves Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando.
Peterbrooke Chocolatier of Winter Park truffles
Photo recap why every Foodie Loves Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando.
STK Sweet Fall Trifle

New at Cows N Cabs in 2019

These awesome restaurants and caterers will be joining Cows N Cabs in 2019: Cocina 214, The Alfond Inn, Boxi Park, Seito Sushi, Grilled Cheese Social, Sette Italian, Imperial Wine Bar at Washburn’s Imports, The Old Jailhouse, Paddlefish, Swine and Sons, Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida, Kelly’s Homemade Ice Cream

It’s not a Party Without Live Music!

Music is a must for a good party! And since this is a country-western themed event, the band tends to lean towards country with some pop hits thrown in for good measure. In 2018, country music recording artist Angie Keilhauer kept the crowd on the dance floor all night. Named one of the “10 New Country Artists You Need To Know” by Rolling Stone Magazine, she sang everything from Despacito to Sweet Home Alabama .

Photo recap why every Foodie Loves Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando. Including Music by Angie Kellhauer
Country music recording artist Angie Keilhauer at Cows N Cabs!

Even John Rivers, Dave Larue and John’s son joined her on stage for a song at the end of the night in what has become a tradition all attendees who return year after year look forward to.

Photo recap why every Foodie Loves Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando.

When I asked John earlier in the night if he would go up on stage, he gave me an embarrassed look and said “no no no” but it’s a tradition and he’s all too happy to oblige as a good host.

Photo recap why every Foodie Loves Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando.

Attendees are in for a treat this year as Jill’s Cashbox performs plus Ken Block and Drew Copeland from Sister Hazel will be making a special guest appearance.

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I hope after looking at all these photos you agree this event is one to add to your list! Make plans for November 9th. You do not want to miss Cows N Cabs in Orlando. Get your tickets before they sell out. For more information and to get your tickets visit cowsncabs.com.

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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
And with that… 2022 comes to an end. 🎉 What a And with that… 2022 comes to an end. 🎉 What a delicious year it has been! 
⭐️ Orlando got @michelinguide recognition and some amazing new restaurants. I haven’t tried them all so I have a great list to check off in 2023, but these made my 2022 favorite list: 
@fsorlando Capa Steakhouse got a Michelin Star!
@ettehotel @saltandthecellarbyakiraback fabulous vibe, food & zero proof cocktails 
@doshiorlando Must Eat Korean fine dining! 
@edoboy Orlando’s first standing sushi bar! 
@kaya.orlando Phenomenal Filipino fine dining! 
@avamediterraegean best Winter Park vibe! 
@fourflamingosorl - so good I went 3 times! (bonus I got to meet @richardblais 🎉)
✈️ I visited my home state of Oregon a few times and enjoyed my Portland favorites as well as discovered new ones! 
@hubers.portland.or best Spanish Coffee
@bluestardonuts best bougie donuts 
@pipsoriginal best mini donuts & chai
@havl_restaurant  amazing noodle soups 
Wooden Shoe Tulip Farm 
🚢 Went on my first @norwegiancruiseline Prima inaugural cruise with @thetravelbite & had fantastic bites! The @Moet Bar at the private island was awesome! 🥂
💫 Orlando favorites continued to shine bright! 
☘️ @raglanroadpub Hooley & Mighty Irish Festivals always fun!!
🍸 @thecourtesy reopened in Winter Park with @bar.swine - superb!😘 
🍽️ @walforforlando @signiabonnetcreek Epicurious Event featuring La Luce, Bull & Bear, Zeta Asia (great foodie staycation) 
🍴@cariberoyaleorlando revamped The Venetian Chop House
🍾 @ritzcarltonorlando & @jwmorlando epic Michelin Curated Weekend (great foodie staycation) 
🍷 @viniawinekitchen continued their popular Fabio’s Table 
🍬 @choulalapastries Twix Bar & seasonal treats & flights!
🍖 @smokemademeats awesome BBQ pop-ups (if you haven’t tried Tyler’s brisket you’re missing out!)
🍪 @gideonsbakehouse best cookies, cakes & cold brew! 
🍊 Loved @disneysprings Flavors of Florida 
🍩 @everglazed_fl Donuts & Chicken Sandwich 
🎄 @learnlakenona Oh, What Fun Holiday Festival! 
This is only but a short glimpse I could fit in 22 seconds! I’m so grateful for all the wonderful experiences. Cheers to 2022! 
Happy New Year! 🥂
Let’s go #MakeSomedayHappen in 2023! 
#GoEpicOrlando #2022recap
2022 in Review: Favorite New Restaurant @kaya.orla 2022 in Review: Favorite New Restaurant @kaya.orlando 
So many wonderful restaurants opened in Orlando this year that it’s tough to pick a favorite. 
Why Kaya? Because it felt like coming home to family. (When your family includes a Michelin-star chef!) 😉
The food was exceptional & the service was the epitome of warm hospitality.
Orlando’s first Filipino Casual Fine Dining. 
The creation of Chef Lordfer Lalicon and GM Jamilyn Salonga Bailey (previously of Michelin-Star Kadence) 
🍽️ 5-Wave Tasting Menu highlights primarily local produce & seafood in addition to select meats. (Ooh that pork belly!) 
Full of flavor and so full of surprises, each course (wave) left us saying “that was my favorite!” - until the next dish arrives and you’re wowed all over again!
The setting feels like home - family pictures and little touches, including a piano from previous tenants Dandelion Cafe as a nod to the community Kaya celebrates.
I was invited to Friends and Family preview and already have reservations to return. I need that amazing garlic rice again!
4 Wave menu we sampled:
🥄 amuse-bouche | BURONG ISDA
hakurei turnip, lionfish
🥄 first wave | KINILAW
kombujime Key West flounder, radish
🥄 second wave | PANCIT
sotanghon mung bean noodles stir fried in mushroom jus, red pepper poached egg
third wave | KANIN at ULAM
🥄 GARLIC RICE tamaki gold short grain rice, garlic chips, garlic oil 🤯 
🥄 ADOBONG KABUTE lion’s mane + oyster mushrooms
🥄 GINATAAN NA HIPON Key West pink shrimp, crab fat + coconut milk broth
🥄 HUMBA Berkshire pork belly, brown butter seminole squash puree, sweet potato greens
fourth wave | MATAMIS
🥄 UBE FLAN egg yolk flan, toasted coconut, citrus
🥄SUMAN MALAGKIT glutinous rice cake in banana leaves, coconut caramel
🥄MANGO ICE CREAM BY SAMPAGUITA & latik URARO COOKIE arrowroot cookie
🥂 Don’t miss the cocktails & wine pairings!
➡️ Add Kaya to your list!  Reservations required
#MakeSomedayHappen
My prediction is Chef Lo will be winning another Michelin Star at Kaya! 
Thank you Lo, Jami & team! You rock! (that dance was perfect! 😜)
#GoEpicOrlando
2022 in Review - Favorite Revamp of a Classic: T 2022 in Review - Favorite Revamp of a Classic: 
The Venetian Chop House Lobster Bisque @cariberoyaleorlando
Longtime fans of The Venetian Chop House, Caribe Royale Orlando’s on-property fine-dining restaurant, can rest assured that the reimagined menu of this classic Orlando restaurant still includes their fantastic Lobster Bisque. 
It’s been on the menu for over 15 years! I loved the creamy, decadent soup served with chunks of lobster meat, topped with a lattice puff pastry dome for a more elevated and stunning presentation at the table.
The menu by Chef David Hackett is a journey through fine Italian Steakhouse cuisine. You can enjoy classic steakhouse specialties (Hungry for a 36 oz Tomahawk?) together with finer dining Italian entrees such as an enormous Chicken Parmigiana, perfectly crusted and crispy and pasta dishes beautifully garnished such as the Carbonara topped with ricotta cream and delicate herb olive oil pearls.
Of course, you must start the evening with craft cocktails at their new Intimate Bar and end with another tableside showstopper, the Ultimate Chocolate Sphere dessert!
>> If you want to read more about the new menu, @tastecooksip and I wrote a guest post for the resort’s website: “The Must Try Guide To The New Venetian Chop House Menu”
Read it here (link in stories): https://www.cariberoyale.com/blog/must-try-guide-to-the-new-venetian-chop-house-menu
>> Looking for New Year’s Eve Plans?  The Venetian Chop House will offer a celebratory 6-course chef-driven prix-fixe menu including an amuse-bouche, choice of soup (that gorgeous Lobster Bisque!) and salad, choice of entrée — wagyu beef tenderloin, porchetta or pesto baked king salmon — plus a few delicious accompaniments, and choice of delicate desserts. $130pp++ / Reservations: 407-238-8060
#MakeSomedayHappen
#GoEpicOrlando #CaribeRoyaleOrlando #2022Review
2022 Review: Best Sunset - Caribbean Cruise / Atla 2022 Review: Best Sunset - Caribbean Cruise / Atlantic Ocean onboard @norwegiancruiseline Prima
🌅 Sunsets at sea are my absolute favorite! How about you?
One of my favorite travel experiences of 2022 was the #NorwegianPrima inaugural sailing with @thetravelbite 
It was a short 3 days but I loved the new ship design, the food and all the amenities. I’m definitely planning another NCL cruise in 2023! 
#MakeSomedayHappen 
#GoEpicCruise #caribbeancruise #EpicSunset #norwegiancruiseline
2022 Review: The Best View in Orlando + The Best G 2022 Review: The Best View in Orlando + The Best Gin Tonic in Orlando = Capa at @fsorlando 
📍 The view from the 17th floor of Four Seasons Orlando Resort, Michelin star Capa Steakhouse is spectacular! You can see the Walt Disney World Resort, epic sunsets & fireworks. 
🍸 For GT fans in Orlando, don’t miss the Capa GinTonic made with Coarunn Gin & Fever Tree Mediterranean Tonic. It’s colorful garnishes: Gala Apple, Juniper, Key Lime, & Botanicals take it next level! 
Cheers to 2022 and an even better 2023! 🥂
#MakeSomedayHappen 
#GoEpicOrlando #FSTaste #FiveDiamondOrlando #LoveOrlando #MichelinGuideFL
“Ooooh I like it!” - Merry Xmas! I hope you go “Ooooh I like it!” - Merry Xmas! I hope you got to unwrap delicious treats today, and more importantly that you got to share a special time with loved ones.
I got to enjoy my favorite local-made cookies from @GideonsBakehouse 
In order of appearance:
🍪 The Original Chocolate Chip
🍪 December special: Kris Kringle White Chocolate Coffee Bean - my favorite!
🍪 Chocolate Chip Banana Bread
🍪 December special: Krampus Dark Chocolate Mint
🍰 December special: Krampus Snack Cake - Chocolate Cake with Andes Mint Buttercream
>> Hurry if you want to try the December limited-time flavors! They are all so yummy!
I missed my all-time favorite coffee cake cookie so I may have to go back this week! LOL!
Happy Holidays! 
Gideon’s is located at @disneysprings and @eastendmkt
#MakeSomedayHappen #GoEpicOrlando #GideonsBakehouse #DisneySprings
“Merry Christmas Everybody!”🎄 We spent a b “Merry Christmas Everybody!”🎄
We spent a beautifully chilly and sunny Christmas Eve morning at @disneysprings. So fun & deliciously festive! (Surprisingly not too crowded but we were there early)
Here’s all we did & ate! 
1) Breakfast at @everglazed_fl - 
🍩 Holiday Lights Glazed Donut (to match my Xmas turtleneck!) 
🐓 Funky Chicken BBQ sandwich - my favorite! 
2) Put our name on the Virtual Queue at @gideonsbakehouse (90 min quoted, got text to return at 60 min, waited in actual queue 15 min!) The staff at Gideon’s is 💯 
3) Relaxed & got warm at @Starbucks (while we waited for Gideon’s)
☕️ Caramel Macchiato 
4) Gideon’s Bakehouse: picked up treats for Xmas dinner
🍪 December specials: Kris Kringle White Chocolate Coffee Bean, Krampus Dark Chocolate Mint, Chocolate Chip Banana Bread, Coffee Cake
🍰 Krampus Snack Cakes
☕️ Peanut Butter Cold Brew (the chilly 39F temp didn’t keep me from this favorite!)
🎄 Leisurely stroll around Tree Trail to see all the beautifully decorated themed Xmas trees - loved the Mickey & Minnie tree!
🎁 Window Shopping & Browsed The World Of Disney merchandise shop - lots of last minute Xmas shopping going on! 🤣
After a great morning, I’m home cooking for tonight’s dinner. I hope you’ve made the best of this arctic chilly day. Feely very grateful for the blessings we enjoy. 
Happy Christmas! 🎄 
#MakeSomedayHappen #GoEpicOrlando #GoEpicDisney #DisneySprings
This audio cracked me up! 🤣 But it seriously re This audio cracked me up! 🤣 But it seriously reminded me of all the times I take video over and over (and over) again - Mostly because I’m making weird faces or I don’t like the angle, or I feel like I look fat or… you name it! 🫣 
There are a lot more fails than wins when you scroll my camera roll, and which never make it to the curated IG feed. (In this video, I didn’t like how I was chewing because the cookie was super gooey so it stuck to my teeth!🤣)
We’re so often reminded, nothing is as perfect as it seems on social media, but it bears repeating. You never know what’s going on behind the scenes. Please spread kindness, compassion, and joy with everyone you see - online and IRL 💕
While I will never share something on my feed I don’t wholeheartedly recommend, I must share that I’m not always having ALL the “fun” you see. It’s work to get video and photos and make sure you get everything there is to share. To think of creative posts ideas and offer something unique and different. No complaints, because I do love it, but it’s still work. It’s work to edit photos & videos, find the right audio, research, write the caption and post at the right time. Creating content that provides value is a full time job. Many creators burn out, I’ve been there. We often ask ourselves why we do it.
If you’ve read this far, THANK YOU! I appreciate you. With dwindling views and algorithm changes, IG is not as fun as it once was. I’ve enjoyed nearly 9 years of sharing my favorite bucket list restaurants & events in Orlando and around the world with you. And I hope to continue to bring you a little bit of inspiration to go #MakeSomedayHappen one delicious bite, sip and trip at a time in the new year! 💕 
Oh BTW, commenting, saving & sharing posts you like is always so appreciated. It’s the encouragement we as creators need to continue to do what we do. 💕
🎄Wishing you a warm, joyful and delicious holiday! 
📍 Check out @learnlakenona Oh, What Fun! Holiday Festival. It is free and fun for everyone! And that Grinch Cookie paired with Hot Chocolate spiked with Bailey’s was indeed a delicious treat!! (See my previous post for details) 
#GoEpicOrlando #HolidaysinOrlando
OH, WHAT FUN! We spent a fun holiday themed evenin OH, WHAT FUN! We spent a fun holiday themed evening in Lake Nona last night! Their Holiday Festival is in full swing and fun for the entire family! 
Oh, What Fun! makes the holidays magical, featuring: 
🎄 Beautiful lights & holiday decorations
🎁 Holiday Market featuring local vendors & artisans for one-of-a-kind gifts
❄️ Nightly Snowfalls
📷 Photo Ops
🎄 Live entertainment including a holiday cirque show & professional carolers 
🎅 Santa’s Cottage (reservations required) 
🎶 Live Music at Boxi Park & Town Center including the Hollywood Holidays Band
🍴 Lots of Dining Options: Great pizza, wings & craft beer at @parkpizzalakenona, to fancy small plates at @chromalakenona a variety of foods at @boxiparklakenona - we had Lobster Fries & Fried Shrimp! 
🍪 Holiday Cookies, Treats & Beverages! I loved the “Grinch” chocolate mint chip cookie paired with Hot Chocolate & Bailey’s 
🌊 @lakenonawavehotel Fa La La Bar featuring holiday cocktails 
Events this weekend: 
🐩 pet parade & costume contest (Saturday), 
🎄Christmas Creatures live animal encounter (Sunday),
🕎 Hannukah Celebration (Sunday Evening)
📍 Lake Nona Town Center
🗓️ Thursday - Sunday
🎟️ Admission is free 
For more information, visit @learnlakenona 
#MakeSomedayHappen 
(Media Invite) #GoEpicOrlando #LearnLakeNona
Favorite Sunday Brunch & Coffee spot in Portland, Favorite Sunday Brunch & Coffee spot in Portland, Oregon: @ProudMaryUSA
We’ve been fans of this Aussie cafe since owners Nolan & Shari opened in 2017. Super nice people! 
🥑 I always order the Avo Toast - one of the best anywhere! But on this last visit I felt like trying their new menu and the green shakshuka did not disappoint. So. Much. Flavor!!! 
☕️ Their coffee program is amazing! We ordered one of their deluxe pour overs and it was a process. From the proper grinding of the beans to the filters and the water used, to giving you a card with the story from the grower. It was fun to watch! 
Here’s what we ordered: 
☕️ Flat White 
☕️ Deluxe Pour Over: INDONESIA
4th Place Cup Of Excellence- IJEN LESTARI
Black cherry, grape, cola, & clove
🍳 green shakshuka: harissa labneh, dukkah, two poached eggs, toast + side of hash browns with their epic house hot sauce! Must Eat! 
🍜 noodle bowl: warm soba noodles, fried tofu, tea egg, avocado, green onion, daikon radish, togarashi
📍 2012 NE Alberta St. Portland, Oregon
Add Proud Mary to your #PDX list! 
#MakeSomedayHappen 
#GoEpicPDX #GoEpicOregon #SundayBrunch
Hey Orlando Foodies, a culinary tour of @waldorfor Hey Orlando Foodies, a culinary tour of @waldorforlando & @signiabonnetcreek Bonnet Creek Resort is a Must Do! 
🍽️ Epicurious Sip & Savor event is this Friday December 9 from 7-11 pm, Indulge in a sumptuous showcase of 35 food & beverage tastings inspired by the renowned chefs of Waldorf Astoria Orlando and Signia by Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek.
Visit waldorfastoriaorlando.com/epicurious
If you miss this event, simply plan a foodie weekend and let your taste buds lead the way through the fantastic restaurants of this gorgeous resort, including famed Bull & Bear, La Luce, & Zeta Asia
Say Hi to their epic culinary team! 
👨🏼‍🍳 Bernard Fiemeyer, Complex Executive Chef @chefbernard7 
👨🏼‍🍳 Jeremy Gibboney, Executive Sous Chef, Waldorf Astoria Orlando @chefjeremy814 
👨🏼‍🍳 Dannilo Zapatel Herrera, Executive Sous Chef, Signia by Hilton Orlando @dannilosignia 
👨🏼‍🍳 Franck Riflaud, Complex Executive Pastry Chef @chocolatguimauve 
👨🏼‍🍳 Alberto Navarrete Arias, Chef D’Cuisine, La Luce @alberto.navarretearias 
👨🏼‍🍳 Juan Suarez, Chef D’Cuisine, Bull & Bear @chefjoju_su 
👨🏼‍🍳 Jesus Pinto, Chef Tournant, Zeta Asia
@jesuspinto0707 
🥇 Congrats again to Executive Chef Bernard Fiemeyer on receiving the prestigious title of Maître Cuisinier de France. His passion combined with classical French training and a flair for international cooking sets him apart as Orlando’s only Master Chef of France! 🥂
Go #MakeSomedayHappen 
Hosted #GoEpicOrlando #WaldorfOrlando #SigniaBonnetCreek
🎉My favorite fancy donut shop in PDX - @bluesta 🎉My favorite fancy donut shop in PDX - @bluestardonuts - is celebrating its 10th Anniversary! 🎉 I got the chance to meet rockstar Pastry Chef Stephanie Thornton and totally fangirl over her EPIC “Once-in-a-Decade” Donut!  Guaranteed it will blow your mind! 
✨ 18-hour brioche made with vanilla & strawberry butter! 
✨Filled with strawberry jam
✨Dipped in yuzu-strawberry glaze -  the most incredible glacage!
✨Topped with piped mascarpone-vanilla whip, chocolate cocoa nibs, & gold dust! Oh my!
🥂Perfectly paired with a mini bottle of champagne!
It’s only available THIS WEEK as part of their 10th Anniversary celebration!
👉🏼 Pro-Foodie-Travel-Tip: When visiting Portland, Oregon, DO NOT MISS a stop at Blue Star Donuts. These “Donuts for Grown Ups” are the best in town!
🙏 *I’m begging @chefstephaniethornton for an Orlando location someday!  #MakeSomedayHappen 😉 
🎉 Happy Anniversary and Congrats Blue Star Donuts team. Thanks for letting me crash your party! 
#GoEpicPDX #GoEpicOregon #bestdonutsintheworld #BlueStarDonut
Are You Having Any Fun? We sure did on @norwegianc Are You Having Any Fun? We sure did on @norwegiancruiseline newest ship PRIMA!
Best Thing I Ate on #NorwegianPrima - Dessert Edition: 
🍰 Pastel de Tres Leche with Coconut Cream 
🍩 Churros with Dulce de Leche Caramel 
📍 Los Lobos Mexican Restaurant 
@thetravelbite and I were stuffed after our 2nd dinner of the night (🫣) but we had to get dessert so we ordered the Tres Leches Cake to share. I never say no to dessert!
We said we’d only have one bite…
* We finished the whole thing! 🤦🏻‍♀️🤣
Then… wait for it! 
We saw the Churros Tower at the table next to us and couldn’t resist. We did it for the Gram! I could have drank that Dulce de Leche sauce! 
Los Lobos is one of several specialty dining restaurants you can book onboard, and the biggest surprise. Much more than tacos, it was a more elevated experience. One of our favorite dinners onboard. The bonus we got to sit outdoors and dine with the sounds of the ocean. 🌊 
You gotta have fun! Always order two desserts!
#MakeSomedayHappen 
#GoEpicCruise #TasteNorwegian #CruiseNorwegian
Happy Thanksgiving everyone! I wish you a beautifu Happy Thanksgiving everyone! I wish you a beautiful day of sharing great food and wine with family and friends. Grateful for all the little things and most importantly all the wonderful people in my life. 💕
🍁 It’s the unofficial last day of fall! 🍂Enjoy pumpkin everything today…. Tomorrow Christmas Season “officially” begins…🎄
Which camp are you in?
🦃 -🎄”Xmas comes after Thanksgiving” & you’ll set up your Xmas tree this weekend
OR
🎃- 🎄”Xmas after Halloween” & your Xmas tree is already up
I’ve always loved Thanksgiving - a day centered around spending time with loved ones and sharing entirely too much food. So I’m in the “Xmas after Thanksgiving” camp. But if you’re excited for Christmas and want to get 2 months out of all the decorations, I get it if your tree is up already.
Enjoy the season and all the little things that make you happy. Cheers! 🥂
Caffeinated: Morning, Noon & Night - At Sea! ☕️ This coffee lover enjoyed Shaken Espresso in the morning with a great ocean view, Nitro from a Beach Cart and a fantastic sustainable Espresso Martini on @norwegiancruiseline newest ship #NorwegianPrima. The gorgeous ocean views, and sunsets were the most relaxing pairing. 
☕️ Starbucks at Indulge Food Hall was a great spot for breakfast. Full Starbucks menu including our favorite Brown Sugar Shaken Espresso with Oat Milk, you can’t beat the shorter lines than the second location in the atrium & fun swinging chairs on the deck. 
⛱️ Starbucks Cart at NCL private island Stirrup Cay served Nitro Cold Brew all day! 
🥃 Metropolitan Bar’s Café Replay - think an elevated espresso martini - made with Avorza Ultra Premium Organic vodka, Angostura bitters, Frangelico, spent coffee ground cordial, pineapple juice was so inventive. I enjoyed chatting with Clarence, resident mixologist about the full list of sustainable cocktails made from discarded food products.
Are you a coffee fanatic? Which coffee experience would you choose?
☕️ Happy #NationalEspressoDay ☕️
Thank you to my coffee-loving travel buddy @thetravelbite for discovering the short line Starbucks on our first morning! 
Media Hosted #GoEpicCruise #TasteNorwegian #CruiseNorwegian #Espresso #CoffeeLover
Do Not Disturb. Currently dreaming of my next crui Do Not Disturb. Currently dreaming of my next cruise vacation! Do you love cruising?
I had the awesome opportunity to sail #NorwegianPrima on its inaugural sailing from Port of Miami this week and it was fabulous! Thank you @norwegiancruiseline and @thetravelbite 🎉
PRIMA, first in its class, was gorgeous! Loved the modern design, the artwork, the shows, and all the fun spaces to relax and hangout throughout the ship. I was so impressed with the food and beverage program, the new food hall concept, all the options for freestyle dining, and the sustainable cocktails. 
If you’re looking for a wonderful foodie cruise vacation, check out Norwegian Prima. There are some great Black Friday deals happening right now. Book it! 
Nothing better than your first cocktail on deck… the Miami skyline is always gorgeous at sunset. BTW this was one of my favorite cocktails - La Madrina. An Aperol Spritz taken to the next level: Avorza Ultra Premium Organic vodka, Aperol, strawberry and orange oleo, lime juice, fresh lime, ginger beer. Fantastic! 
Go #MakeSomedayHappen 
Hosted #GoEpicCruise #CruiseNorwegian #cruiselife #nclprima
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