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Epic Delicious Disney Chef Series Experience

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Epic Delicious Disney Chef Series, a one of a kind event that belongs on every Disney Foodie bucket list. Event Recap of The French Feast inspired by the film Ratatouille provided by GoEpicurista.com

Disney shows its luxurious side with Delicious Disney Chef Series, one-of-a-kind epic culinary events that belong on every Disney foodie’s “Must Do” bucket list.

The “Delicious Disney Chef Series” delights the senses as it transports you on a culinary journey set in an exclusive setting, only open to the public during these exclusive events.

I was honored to be an invited media guest for the “Delicious Disney Chef Series” event honoring the 10th anniversary of the award-winning Disney-Pixar film Ratatouille. Released on June 29, 2007, one of my favorite Disney films (I suspect every foodie’s favorite) provided inspiration for an elevated culinary experience. This was a check mark off my “someday list”. Read on and view the photos of this magical evening and you’ll see why it belongs on your list too.

I was not compensated or obligated to write this review. All opinions are my own and as always, I only share with you culinary and travel experiences worth celebrating to inspire you to “Make Someday Happen”.

Disney’s Luxury Side. Did you know Walt Disney World Resort has an exclusive residential community?

Ever since learning of Golden Oak, I’ve been curious to peek inside the luxury resort-like residential community, located in Lake Buena Vista, with homes starting at $2 million! Dining at Markham’s was immediately added to my “someday list” when I heard Chef Phillip Ponticelli became their Chef de Cuisine. Formerly at Citrico’s at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, he has been wowing Disney foodies for years! Unfortunately, only residents and their guests are allowed access to the restaurant housed in the community’s Mediterranean-style private clubhouse called Summerhouse.

Until now!

Epic Delicious Disney Chef Series French Feast, a one of a kind event that belongs on every Disney Foodie bucket list

Golden Oak’s Summerhouse

Delicious Disney Chef Series: A one-of-a-kind Disney Experience!

The Walt Disney World Resort chefs have created a unique dinner series titled “Delicious Disney, A Chef Series” with the theme of “storytelling with food.” Its purpose, to showcase the stellar talents of the culinary team during special dinner events featuring inspired culinary creations coupled with creative wine pairings.

These events allow the rare opportunity for non-residents to dine at Markham’s at Golden Oak when seats are released upon availability to the public. Reservations are required and a few seats are currently available for two of the upcoming events.

What’s in store for the magical evening? The whimsy of the guest chef!

On this night it would be Chef Dominique Filoni, Citrico’s current Chef de Cuisine, who would join Chef Phillip Ponticelli to take us on a journey through France, brilliantly inspired by Disney’s Ratatouille and Remy, its titular culinary mastermind. Together with his team led by the Grand Floridian’s Executive Chef Scott Hunnel (the culinary genius behind award-winning Victoria & Albert’s) an intimate group of around 50 guests thoroughly enjoyed the journey with Chef Dom.

Epic Delicious Disney Chef Series, a one of a kind event that belongs on every Disney Foodie bucket list. Event Recap of The French Feast inspired by the film Ratatouille provided by GoEpicurista.com

A Classic Welcome.

The 1920’s classic cocktail French 75, created at famed Harry’s New York Bar in Paris, served as a fitting start. The concoction of gin, champagne, lemon juice and sugar, garnished by edible flowers, was refreshing on this warm summer evening. Assorted hors d’oeuvres including a delightful gruyere puff accompanied during the welcome reception.

Epic Delicious Disney Chef Series French Feast, a one of a kind event that belongs on every Disney Foodie bucket list

The Film.

Epic Delicious Disney Chef Series French Feast, a one of a kind event that belongs on every Disney Foodie bucket list

Let’s set the scene and give you a brief synopsis of the film which inspired this evening. The animated film Ratatouille, set in Paris, France, focuses on a rat named Remy who dreams of being a chef. Inspired by famed Chef Gusteau, he sets out to make his dreams come true. He and a young human chef named Alfredo Linguini end up in an unusual and hilarious partnership to foil the schemes of the evil Chef Skinner. Remy pulls Linguini’s hair under his toque to control his limbs like a marionette to create dishes that wow even the toughest of food critics, especially tough to please, Anton Ego. The film won the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature and the hearts of Disney foodies everywhere.

“How could I describe it? Good food is like music you can taste, color you can smell. There is excellence all around you. You need only to be aware to stop and savor it.” – Chef Gusteau

A fitting description of the evening’s experience.

Does Chef Dom have Remy under his toque blanc?

Epic Delicious Disney Chef Series, a one of a kind event that belongs on every Disney Foodie bucket list. Event Recap of The French Feast inspired by the film Ratatouille provided by GoEpicurista.com

Anyone Can Cook, but not Everyone Can Cook as Good as A Disney Chef

Remy taught us that “anyone can cook”, but Chef Scott Hunnel welcomed us with a fair warning of the delicious evening ahead.

“Anyone can cook, however, not everybody can cook like Chef Dom”. – Chef Scott Hunnel

Epic Delicious Disney Chef Series French Feast, a one of a kind event that belongs on every Disney Foodie bucket list

Chef Scott Hunnel’s welcome

He couldn’t have selected a more fitting tour guide for our French inspired culinary evening. Chef Dominique Filoni, born and raised in St. Tropez, France, learned how to cook at an early age from his grandmother. He was the designated prep cook in grand-mère’s kitchen, which shaped his French Mediterranean style of cooking. This eventually led to stints in boutique resorts along the south of France, a move to Philadelphia, and numerous awards including Food & Wine “Best New Chef” in 2004. He’s been at the helm of the kitchen of Citrico’s since 2015.

Epic Delicious Disney Chef Series French Feast, a one of a kind event that belongs on every Disney Foodie bucket list

The Gift.

Epic Delicious Disney Chef Series French Feast, a one of a kind event that belongs on every Disney Foodie bucket list

The spoon!

Even before dinner started we received a nice house-warming gift.

“The spoon is just as important as the knife and cutting board in the kitchen” says Chef Dom. “It allows you to stir the sauce and taste.”

Every chef knows, including Remy, that tasting while you cook is important. This cute wooden spoon from France made a great souvenir of this delicious evening.

Epic Delicious Disney Chef Series French Feast, a one of a kind event that belongs on every Disney Foodie bucket list

Amuse Bouche Delights All The Senses.

Epic Delicious Disney Chef Series

Glorious mushrooms!

Remy had a refined sense of smell pairing mushrooms with cheese and wild rosemary. Chef Dom did the same with our first course, the Amuse Bouche. He added a touch of smoke for an impressive reveal as the small glass dome covering the plate was lifted. The smoke lightly touched our nose and immediately made us reach for our fork to take a bite. But pictures first…

Epic Delicious Disney Chef Series, a one of a kind event that belongs on every Disney Foodie bucket list. Event Recap of The French Feast inspired by the film Ratatouille provided by GoEpicurista.com

The Amuse Bouche is meant to delight your taste buds. This one sparked much more. The only downfall of this beautiful creation of roasted mushroom, cheese and rosemary espuma, was that I wished for more. Oh but it’s just meant to be a bite. Anticipation peeked for what’s to come next.

Epic Delicious Disney Chef Series, a one of a kind event that belongs on every Disney Foodie bucket list. Event Recap of The French Feast inspired by the film Ratatouille provided by GoEpicurista.com

Bubbles offer a beautiful pairing for any dish, especially at the beginning of the meal. The Canard-Duchene Cuvee Leonie NV Brut, from Reims, offered an impressive mouth feel. Made of 40% pinot noir, 40% pinot meuniere and 20% chardonnay, it’s a fuller bodied champagne with good acidity, balance, and stone fruit on the nose and palate. I could drink this all night!

Epic Delicious Disney Chef Series, a one of a kind event that belongs on every Disney Foodie bucket list. Event Recap of The French Feast inspired by the film Ratatouille provided by GoEpicurista.com

Don’t Skip The Bread.

Epic Delicious Disney Chef Series French Feast, a one of a kind event that belongs on every Disney Foodie bucket list

Can you hear it? The crackle of the bread!

“How do you tell how good bread is without tasting it? Not the smell, not the look, but the sound of the crust. Symphony of crackle!” – Colette

Pastry Chef William Clark presented his flaky brioche and crusty mini loaves to top with house-made butter. “Don’t fill up on the bread” is easier said that done!

Epic Delicious Disney Chef Series, a one of a kind event that belongs on every Disney Foodie bucket list. Event Recap of The French Feast inspired by the film Ratatouille provided by GoEpicurista.com

The Soup.

Epic Delicious Disney Chef Series French Feast, a one of a kind event that belongs on every Disney Foodie bucket list

Soup masterpiece!

For our next course Chef Dom recreated the famous soup from the film. Potato Leek Soup with Pommes Souflèes, Tomato, and Herbes du Jardin. He may have had Remy guiding him under his chef’s toque but he is far from resembling Linguini, the fumbling culinary-challenged cook. The soup was absolutely perfect.

Epic Delicious Disney Chef Series, a one of a kind event that belongs on every Disney Foodie bucket list. Event Recap of The French Feast inspired by the film Ratatouille provided by GoEpicurista.com

Pommes Soufflées, a type of twice fried potato, topped the creamy soup. It requires more culinary prowess than you may think, shared Chef Dom. He first learned the technique from watching famous chef Jacques Pepin on TV and practiced for weeks until he got them just right. And it was! Brunoise of potatoes and tomatoes with a touch of crème fraiche and fresh chives completed the topping. Every slurp from the glorious soup was creamy and rich, yet light and comforting.

Epic Delicious Disney Chef Series, a one of a kind event that belongs on every Disney Foodie bucket list. Event Recap of The French Feast inspired by the film Ratatouille provided by GoEpicurista.com

The pairing: Domaine Louis Moreau “Vaillons”, Chablis 1er Cru. A beautiful balance of crisp acidity to contrast the richness of the soup. A bottle of this Chablis is welcome in my home any day.

Epic Delicious Disney Chef Series, a one of a kind event that belongs on every Disney Foodie bucket list. Event Recap of The French Feast inspired by the film Ratatouille provided by GoEpicurista.com

The Seafood Course.

Epic Delicious Disney Chef Series French Feast, a one of a kind event that belongs on every Disney Foodie bucket list

In the film Remy served salmon, but it wouldn’t be a proper French dinner without Coquille St. Jacques, would it?

Chef Dom’s seafood course introduced Hokkaido Scallops with Artichoke, sous vide baby leeks, topped with a canard of American sturgeon caviar, shaved asparagus for a nice crunch and Emulsion Acidulèe, a flavorful reduction of all the components.

The scallops were meaty and buttery and paired well with Clos Saint Jean Chateauneuf-du-Pape Blanc from Rhone regions. A blend of Roussane, Claret and Grenache Blanc, it offered honeysuckle on the nose for a delicate pairing.

Epic Delicious Disney Chef Series, a one of a kind event that belongs on every Disney Foodie bucket list. Event Recap of The French Feast inspired by the film Ratatouille provided by GoEpicurista.com

The crispy leaks on the side were meant as a topping but they may be my new favorite type of “chip” as I nibbled on them in between sips of the crisp wine.

Epic Delicious Disney Chef Series, a one of a kind event that belongs on every Disney Foodie bucket list. Event Recap of The French Feast inspired by the film Ratatouille provided by GoEpicurista.com

Epic Delicious Disney Chef Series, a one of a kind event that belongs on every Disney Foodie bucket list. Event Recap of The French Feast inspired by the film Ratatouille provided by GoEpicurista.com

The Main Event.

Epic Delicious Disney Chef Series French Feast, a one of a kind event that belongs on every Disney Foodie bucket list

The main course of Colorado Lamb with Fava Beans and Morel Ragout was hearty and flavorful. The lamb was accented by demi sauce finished with a touch of butter and Minus 8 vinegar for a bit of brightness.

Epic Delicious Disney Chef Series, a one of a kind event that belongs on every Disney Foodie bucket list. Event Recap of The French Feast inspired by the film Ratatouille provided by GoEpicurista.com

Stealing the show was the Ratatouille.

Chef Dom recreated it perfectly. Although he says “we couldn’t make it so fancy fancy” it is the fanciest side dish I have ever seen.

Beautiful layers of color and flavors within a beautiful red Le Creuset. Remy impressed food critic Anton Ego, and Chef Dom impressed us with this dish consisted of onion confit, red and yellow peppers, tomato compote touched with saffron and orange, zucchini, eggplant and blanched tomato all cut in circles and arranged in a striking mosaic with fresh basil on top.

Epic Delicious Disney Chef Series, a one of a kind event that belongs on every Disney Foodie bucket list. Event Recap of The French Feast inspired by the film Ratatouille provided by GoEpicurista.com

The Ratatouille!

The traditional version of Ratatouille is a peasant’s dish. For the film, renowned chef Thomas Keller of The French Laundry restaurant in Napa, served as advisor and created a more refined version of the dish, called Confit Byaldi.

Epic Delicious Disney Chef Series, a one of a kind event that belongs on every Disney Foodie bucket list. Event Recap of The French Feast inspired by the film Ratatouille provided by GoEpicurista.com

For the wine pairing….we had a real winner. No, not a 1961 Chateau LaTour as in the film. But Stig Jacobsen’s more accessibly priced version, Chateau Lagrange from Saint-Julien, a neighboring region of Pauilliac, where Latour comes from. The wine offered elegant notes of black fruit and currants with plenty of body and tannins. The wine was opened two and half hours prior to dinner to allow it to breathe and it was well worth it.

Epic Delicious Disney Chef Series, a one of a kind event that belongs on every Disney Foodie bucket list. Event Recap of The French Feast inspired by the film Ratatouille provided by GoEpicurista.com

Rich & Elegant Chateau Lagrange

The Sweet Ending.

Epic Delicious Disney Chef Series French Feast, a one of a kind event that belongs on every Disney Foodie bucket list

Sweet!

Pastry Chef Blake introduced his artistic creation. A dish where every detail and every component could very well stand on its own.

Fromage Blanc Panna Cotta with a pecan tuile.

Epic Delicious Disney Chef Series, a one of a kind event that belongs on every Disney Foodie bucket list. Event Recap of The French Feast inspired by the film Ratatouille provided by GoEpicurista.com

Fromage Blanc Panna Cotta with Pecan Tuile

Rum Savarin, with Candied Orange and Chantilly Cream.

Epic Delicious Disney Chef Series, a one of a kind event that belongs on every Disney Foodie bucket list. Event Recap of The French Feast inspired by the film Ratatouille provided by GoEpicurista.com

Rum Savarin, Candied Oranges and Chantilly

A chocolate eiffel tower.

Epic Delicious Disney Chef Series, a one of a kind event that belongs on every Disney Foodie bucket list. Event Recap of The French Feast inspired by the film Ratatouille provided by GoEpicurista.com

Chocolate Eiffel Tower

Perfection!

Epic Delicious Disney Chef Series, a one of a kind event that belongs on every Disney Foodie bucket list. Event Recap of The French Feast inspired by the film Ratatouille provided by GoEpicurista.com

For dessert it’s only appropriate we enjoyed one of France’s famed dessert wines from Sauternes. La Fleur d’Or, a botrytis wine with notes of honeysuckle and peach that was dessert in a glass.

Quelle Surprise! How every meal should end.

Epic Delicious Disney Chef Series French Feast, a one of a kind event that belongs on every Disney Foodie bucket list

Just as we were pleasantly satiated, a cart of goodies was rolled out into the dining room.

Epic Delicious Disney Chef Series, a one of a kind event that belongs on every Disney Foodie bucket list. Event Recap of The French Feast inspired by the film Ratatouille provided by GoEpicurista.com

Here comes an adorable surprise!

Surprise! A lift of the chef’s toque revealed a hand-painted White Chocolate Remy statue! The room of adults squealed like children seeing Mickey Mouse for the first time. The petite pastries including a delightful cheese macaron, rosemary tomato cookies, chocolate éclair, palmiers and jellies put me over the top!

Epic Delicious Disney Chef Series, a one of a kind event that belongs on every Disney Foodie bucket list. Event Recap of The French Feast inspired by the film Ratatouille provided by GoEpicurista.com

The Wines.

The wines, expertly selected by Stig Jacobsen, Citrico’s sommelier, took us on a tour of the vineyards of France.

Epic Delicious Disney Chef Series, a one of a kind event that belongs on every Disney Foodie bucket list. Event Recap of The French Feast inspired by the film Ratatouille provided by GoEpicurista.com

Sommelier Stig Jacobsen introduces the wines he selected for the evening.

We started in the Champagne region, which is always a great place to start.

Epic Delicious Disney Chef Series, a one of a kind event that belongs on every Disney Foodie bucket list. Event Recap of The French Feast inspired by the film Ratatouille provided by GoEpicurista.com

Canard Duchene Cuvee Leonie Champagne

We moved on to Chablis.

Epic Delicious Disney Chef Series, a one of a kind event that belongs on every Disney Foodie bucket list. Event Recap of The French Feast inspired by the film Ratatouille provided by GoEpicurista.com

Domaine Louis Moreau Chablis 1er Cru

Then Chateauneuf-Du-Pape for a departure from the usual red with a white blend.

Epic Delicious Disney Chef Series, a one of a kind event that belongs on every Disney Foodie bucket list. Event Recap of The French Feast inspired by the film Ratatouille provided by GoEpicurista.com

Clos Saint Jean Chateauneuf-Du-Pape

The room erupted into laugher when Jacobsen mentioned a visit to Paulliac for the Chateau Latour was not possible. Instead we ventured to nearby Saint-Julien. We may not have had a Latour or Lafite or Cheval Blanc like in the film but that would have set the price point for this dinner at much more than a splurge.

Epic Delicious Disney Chef Series, a one of a kind event that belongs on every Disney Foodie bucket list. Event Recap of The French Feast inspired by the film Ratatouille provided by GoEpicurista.com

Chateau Lagrange, St. Julien

We ended the evening with the most epic of France’s dessert wines region, Sauternes.

Epic Delicious Disney Chef Series, a one of a kind event that belongs on every Disney Foodie bucket list. Event Recap of The French Feast inspired by the film Ratatouille provided by GoEpicurista.com

La Fleur d’Or Sauternes

The Kitchen Action.

Just as Remy, who said in amazement “I can’t believe it! A real gourmet kitchen and I get to watch” as he observed the action of the kitchen at Gusteau’s. We delighted watching the culinary brigade in action in the open kitchen in the homey restaurant. It bustled as smoke was piped into glass domes, it sizzled, it buzzed with masterfully channeled energy.

Epic Delicious Disney Chef Series, a one of a kind event that belongs on every Disney Foodie bucket list. Event Recap of The French Feast inspired by the film Ratatouille provided by GoEpicurista.com

And then, like magic, it was clean as if the evening was nothing more than a delicious dream.

Epic Delicious Disney Chef Series, a one of a kind event that belongs on every Disney Foodie bucket list. Event Recap of The French Feast inspired by the film Ratatouille provided by GoEpicurista.com

Chef and Sommelier time

The Service.

Disney’s service is always above and beyond attentive and Markham’s team provided impeccable service from beginning to end. Our server Tiffany was all smiles which is always contagious.

Epic Delicious Disney Chef Series, a one of a kind event that belongs on every Disney Foodie bucket list. Event Recap of The French Feast inspired by the film Ratatouille provided by GoEpicurista.com

The room was full of a quiet energy fueled by the excitement and anticipation of each course. The staff worked in tandem to take care of the room as if you were the only guests there.

Epic Delicious Disney Chef Series, a one of a kind event that belongs on every Disney Foodie bucket list. Event Recap of The French Feast inspired by the film Ratatouille provided by GoEpicurista.com

A view of the dining room of Markham’s at Golden Oak

What’s Next?

“If you are what you eat, then I only want to eat the good stuff” – Remy

If you agree with Remy, then don’t miss dining with the award-winning Disney Chefs during “Delicious Disney’s Chef Series” upcoming events. Only a few seats remain. Call 407.939.5773 daily between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. to make your reservations. Go #MakeSomedayHappen

    ^ Under The Sea
    July 19th at 6:30pm
    Enjoy the exotic and exquisite tastes of a journey Under the Sea with The Little Mermaid
    Featuring Flying Fish’s Timothy Majoras and Team, hosted by Markham’s at Golden Oak Chef de Cuisine Phillip Ponticelli.
    Location Markham’s at Golden Oak

    ^ A Walk around the World with Disney
    August 16th at 6:30pm
    Featuring Culinary Director Edwin Wronski and the Flavor Lab Team, hosted by Markham’s at Golden Oak Chef de Cuisine Phillip Ponticelli.
    Location Markham’s at Golden Oak

Cheers!

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Epic Delicious Disney Chef Series, a one of a kind event that belongs on every Disney Foodie bucket list. Event Recap of The French Feast inspired by the film Ratatouille provided by GoEpicurista.com

Note: Photos of the film used in this post are property of Disney-Pixar.

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🎶  Top Irish bands straight from Ireland rock the house all weekend! Including Sina Theil, named “Rising Star of 2022” by American Celtic Listener Music Awards, The Byrne Brothers, Strings & Things, One For The Foxes, The Connemara Ramblers, Oliver Havlin and more
💃🏻 Raglan Road Irish Dancers
 🥃 New “Stars & Hearts” Keeper’s Heart Whiskey flight, an Irish-American collaboration aged in stout barrels. 
🍹 New Hooley cocktail “Heart of the Hooley” with Keeper’s Heart Irish Bourbon and blackberry and mint shrub. 🍸 Irish Espresso Martini is my favorite!
🍻 New De Fesht Irish Lager
🥗 New Crispy Cream Goat Cheese Salad
🇮🇪 New Dishes at Cookes of Dublin - Raglan Road’s quick service: Dalkey Dog, Loaded Bang Bang Chicken Fries, Hog in a Box
🍰 Decadent Strawberry Cheesecake at Cookes of Dublin and at the pub! MUST EAT!

When you hear the word “Hooley,” you know to expect a good time. It’s an excuse to party! It’s a Gaelic term for a lively, family-friendly party that ends up becoming legendary in one’s memory.

Reservations recommended. Go #MakeSomedayHappen

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Magical Dining at award-winning Kabooki Sushi is o Magical Dining at award-winning Kabooki Sushi is on our list of 50 THINGS TO DO IN ORLANDO

# 33 @kabooki_orlando 

Owner / Chef Henry Moso has been recognized by James Beard Foundation, Michelin Guide,& named Orlando Weekly’s 2023 “Best Sushi Restaurant” and “Best Local Chef” 

@visitorlando Magical Dining 3-Course menu for only $40 is a great opportunity to experience some of their most popular dishes!

We enjoyed: 

APPETIZERS
✨ Leche De Tigre: torched salmon, truffle paté, kizami wasabi, aji amarillo, smoke trout roe, sunchoke chips
✨ Hamachi Carpaccio: Japanese yellowtail, yuzu tobiko, ponzu, kaffir lime oil, yuzu kosho, serrano peppers

MAIN COURSE
✨ Kasei Don: assorted fresh sashimi of the day
✨ Berkwood St. Louis Sticky Ribs: braised then crispy tempura, tossed in smoked chili hoisin sauce

DESSERT
✨ C4 Chocolate lava cake with dulce de leche, vanilla ice cream, chocolate ganache sauce
✨ Mochi Trio ice cream mochi

COCKTAILS:
🍸 Booki Limeade
🍸 Green Goddess
🍸 Kabooki Espresso Martini

ABOUT KABOOKI SUSHI:

📍 2 locations:  @kabooki_orlando on Colonial Drive & @kabooki_sandlake by chef @henry_moso88 
🍣 Kabooki Sushi features a creative sushi & Japanese menu in a club-like stylish atmosphere. 
🍴 You can’t go wrong with any choice on the menu! 

ABOUT VISIT ORLANDO MAGICAL DINING: 

💵 $40 3-course menu available now - 10/1
📱 Reservations highly recommended 
💻 Visit MagicalDining.com for details 
🎁 $1 per meal benefits local charity @thelifeboatproject 

Make reservations & GO #MakeSomedayHappen 

(Dinner hosted by #VisitOrlando) #GOepicOrlando #UnbelievablyReal #LoveOrlando
50 THINGS TO DO IN ORLANDO ... # 26 - Foodie Brun 50 THINGS TO DO IN ORLANDO ... 
# 26 - Foodie Brunch Crawl of Disney Springs - our 3rd Stop!

There are so many fun brunch options at Disney Springs, why not do a progressive brunch crawl and try several restaurants? 

Get a group of friends together and have a fun scavenger hunt like I did with my girlfriends visiting from out of town. We had a great time! 

Our 3rd Stop: Raglan Road Irish Pub for a Rollickin’ Good Time, great elevated Irish pub fare, fantastic craft cocktails and live entertainment with the talented Raglan Road Dancers and Band.

We shared these sweet brunch dishes:

🍞 It’s Ok To Drool -  the best French Toast you’ll ever have! Made with their famous Bread & Butter pudding topped with vanilla mascarpone, mixed berries, hazelnut crunch, & crispy maple glazed bacon. A MUST EAT!

🥞 Oh My, Pancake - topped with banana & cashew caramel sauce, milk chocolate mousse & chocolate ganache. OH MY!

My Favorite Brunch Cocktails:

🥂 Misty Irish Eyed - Irish Mist Honey, Grace O’Malley Gin, Italicus, lemon sour, Prosecco

🥂 Strawberry Fields Mimosa - Dingle Irish Vodka, Luxardo Apertivo, lemon sour, house-made strawberry puree, prosecco.

🥂 It’s a Hell of Hooley - Minke Irish Vodka, Muddled Raspberries, lemon sour, house-made rosemary syrup, Fees Foam, prosecco.

☕️ The Lost Irish Coffee - Lost Irish Whiskey, house-made Demerara sugar syrup, coffee, cream.

☕️ Irish Espresso Martini - Slane Irish Whiskey, J.F. Hadens espresso liqueur, Guinness simple syrup, chilled espresso

Brunch is served every Saturday and Sunday - get a seat at the bar or make reservations based on the size of your group. - It does get busy so reservations are recommended! 

Check out the previous videos for Stop 1 and 2,  and follow for more Fun Things To Do (and Eat) in Orlando

Go #MakeSomedayHappen 

(Hosted) #GoEpicOrlando #GoEpicDisney #RaglanRoadIrishPub #DisneySprings
Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining is back with a ba Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining is back with a bang and bigger than ever with 130+ of Orlando’s most popular restaurants — including MICHELIN Guide honorees such as NEW this year @avamediterraegean in Winter Park 💫 

Here’s a preview of their delicious @visitorlando #MagicalDining 3 course menu for $60. I love the vibe, ambiance and delicious Mediterranean food! Don’t miss having a cocktail in their lounge before dinner. 

—

APPETIZERS

🐟 Sea Bream Ceviche: verjus aguachile, green tomato pico de gallo, levantine bread
🥗 Horiatiki Greek Salad: PDO aged-feta, heirloom tomato, persian cucumber, greek mountain aregano, Kalamata olive
🥕The Greek Spread: hummus, baba ganoush, tzatziki, garden vegetables, warm pita

MAIN COURSE

🐟 Grilled Faroe Island Salmon, fennel salad, baby spinach, avgolemono dressing
🥩 Creekstone Farm Prime Flank Steak, green harissa, sun dried tomato, eggplant caviar
🍄 Black Truffle Risotto: seasonal mushroom fricassée, kefalograviera, chives

DESSERT

🍯 Baklava: layers of crispy phyllo dough, honey nuts, pistachio orange blossom ice cream
🍨 Sorbet & Ice Cream Daily Selection
🍫 Chocolate Fondant molten chocolate lava cake, caramel, almond crumble, mastiha liquor gelato

Details: 

🗓️ six full weeks / 45 delicious days, from August 18 through October 1, 2023
🍽️ 130+ restaurants 
💵 3-Course Menus at a special price of $40 & $60 per person plus tax and gratuity
🙌🏼 Through Visit Orlando, up to $2 from each meal served will benefit @thelifeboatproject and more local nonprofits

Visit the website magicaldining.com to view all the restaurant menus. Reserve your table and GO experience Orlando’s awesome culinary scene! 

💫 Where will you be Magical Dining? 

(Hosted) #GoEpicOrlando #MakeSomedayHappen #AvaMediterraegean #LoveOrlando #UnbelievablyReal
Ready for a Permanent Vacation? Summer is not over Ready for a Permanent Vacation? Summer is not over yet… Next on our list of 50 THINGS TO DO IN ORLANDO…

# 23 - Visit the coolest NEW bar @permanentvacationfl for an immersive hidden tiki bar experience!

The theming and vibe will transport you to a spooky tropical destination! “Excitement & Danger Come To Life as you Experience Thrills & Relaxation On This Island Escape!” 

Enjoy a phenomenal cocktail menu created by @dan_tedson & a talented team of mixologists (some drinks will even trigger a show!) And of course you need some fun bites to go with the boozy drinks and this menu offers a nice variety of shareable dishes.

I loved all of the attention to details and the hidden table nooks. The theme is on point and not gimmicky, cocktails and food are high quality. Definitely a must visit! 

Here are the details: 

📍 Located inside The Copper Rocket, 106 Lake Avenue, Maitland.

🗓️ Reservations are required and they go fast! Follow their IG for dates. 21+ only

⏰ Your “Permanent” Vacation experience is 2 Hours (which is actually plenty!) 

🍹 PICK YOUR POISON: cocktails come in various strengths. Be sure to look for the skulls on the menu! From Sober strength zero proof called “Placebos” to Rest In Peace (💀💀💀) called “Tranquilizers” 🤣

They also have fun drink bowls to “SHARE THE BOOTY” serving 2-6! 

🍴 BITES: you’ll find appetizers, flatbreads, & kabobs

🍕 FLATBREADS -  we tried BRUCE! (Veggies) SHELL-FISH DECISIONS (rock shrimp) & WHERE’S WILBUR? (Pork)
🐷 PUMBAA - Braised & slow roasted pork shank 
🍍 TOUCAN STAN - Tropical Fruit Salad with yogurt dipping sauce

Make reservations and go #MakeSomedayHappen 

(Hosted) #GoEpicOrlando #PermanentVacation #LoveOrlando #thingstodoinorlando
50 THINGS TO DO IN ORLANDO THIS SUMMER - Don’t m 50 THINGS TO DO IN ORLANDO THIS SUMMER - Don’t miss @disneysprings Flavors of Florida sponsored by @corkcicle 🍊

Here are my favorite bites and sips from this year’s Flavors of Florida: 

# 17 🍊 @everglazed_fl 
🍩 Citrus Dream Donut
🥤Orange Lemonade with Sweet Cold Foam

# 18 🍊 @gideonsbakehouse 
🍪 Key Lime Chocolate Chip Cookie
☕️ Orange Mocha Nitro Cold Brew (AKA Stuart’s Cold Brew)

# 19 🍊 @saltandstraw 
🍦 Exquisito Guanabana Stracciatella Ice Cream

# 20 🍊 @raglanroadpub 
🍰 Sunshine State of Mind Sweet orange pudding

# 21 🍊 @jaleobyjose 
🍅 Ensalada de Sandía y Tomate
🐖 Jamón Serrano con Melón
🍹 Frozen Agua de Valencia

# 22 🍊 @winebargeorge 
🍹Frozen Old Fashioned with DOLE Whip Orange and George Dickel 8-Year-Old Tennessee whiskey - get it in the souvenir Corkcicle. 

Go #MakeSomedayHappen 

#GoEpicOrlando #DisneySprings
#FlavorsofFlorida #LoveOrlando
50 THINGS TO DO IN ORLANDO THIS SUMMER - # 15 - C 50 THINGS TO DO IN ORLANDO THIS SUMMER - # 15 -  Celebrate #NationalOysterDay at these 8 Top Spots for Oysters in Orlando

🦪 @fourflamingosorl by @richardblais, @hyattregencygrandcypress - Disney Area
• Try the famous Ice Cold Oysters & Pearls! They are a showstopper! 

🦪  @theospreyorlando - Baldwin Park
• Choose from James River, Florida, East Coast, or West Coast oysters
• Happy Hour: (Tue-Fri 5-6:30p) $2 Mid-Atlantic or Florida Oysters (min. 6)

🦪 @eatatlukes - Maitland
• Atlantic Oysters
• Thursday All Day Happy Hour Half Off Oysters

🦪 @reelfishcoastal - Winter Park
• Several varieties of Oysters on the Half Shell, including Florida’s Sublime boutique oysters, served raw with house-made cocktail sauce & cucumber mignonette, Baked with Parmesan Bread Crumbs or Oysters Rockefeller with Spinach and Artichoke Cream
• Happy Hour (Tuesday-Friday) $9 Half-Dozen Gulf Oysters, Raw or Baked

🦪 @nautilobstah - Apopka
• Every day, James River Blue Point Virginia Oysters, Served Raw or Steamed for only $1.75 each/ per dozen! 
• Oystahs Casino with Chef Mike’s Casino Butter & Bacon are also fantastic!

🦪 @kaya.orlando - Mills 50 District
• TALABA half dozen oysters - Indian river or Matanzas oysters - with spiced vinegar and ramp sawsawan

🦪 @primoatgrandelakes , @jwmorlando, @grandelakesorlando 
• The Seafood Tower includes gorgeous Moondancer Oysters, Lobster Celery Remoulade, Shrimp Cocktail, Bacalao and Smoked Wild Salmon

🦪  @knifespoonorlando, @ritzcarltonorlando, Grande Lakes
• Oysters topped with Passmore Caviar at various special events are always a treat!

Follow for more Fun Things To Do in Orlando and Go #MakeSomedayHappen

#GoEpicOrlando #Oysters #LoveOrlando
50 THINGS TO DO IN ORLANDO THIS SUMMER - #12 Spe 50 THINGS TO DO IN ORLANDO THIS SUMMER - #12 

Spend a sophisticated evening with a progressive dinner & cocktails at the newly reimagined Grand Bohemian Hotel. 🥂

@grandbohemianorlando - Downtown Orlando’s Luxury Boutique Hotel got a multi-million dollar makeover. From the dining & bar options to the guest rooms & event space, if you haven’t been in a while, it’s time to go back! 💥 You’re going to love the new look. 💥 And you don’t want to miss checking out the artwork throughout the property and exploring the space like we did on a recent visit! 

The food. The drinks. The vibe. Perfect for an evening or a staycation getaway. And only steps away from Dr. Phillips Center and Amway Center. Drinks and dinner before and after shows is a must! 

Here’s what we enjoyed: 

🍸 BÖSENDORFER LOUNGE - start & end your night with cocktails in this gorgeous lounge.

🥂 FRENCH 75 (1st drink)
🍸 ESPRESSO MARTINI (last drink)

🎹 Fun Fact: There were only two Bösendorfer pianos designed by architect Hans Hollein in 1990 in the world! One can be found in the lounge of the Grand Bohemian Hotel in Orlando!

🍽️ BOHEME - fantastic dinner! 

🍤 SHRIMP COCKTAIL
🍅 BURRATA
🥩 WAGYU BEEF CARPACCIO - my favorite!

🦚 THE PEACOCK ROOM - Private Dining Room for 24pp available for family style dinners

🥗 FARMER’S GREENS
🥕 BABY ROOTS
🍄 WILD MUSHROOMS
🍞 BRAISED LAMB
⭐️ SCALLOPS - loved this!
🥩 TOMAHAWK EXPERIENCE - WOW! 

🍷 Kessler Chardonnay and Kessler Cabernet

🍹ALTIRA ROOFTOP BAR & LOUNGE - brand new poolside bar on 6th floor, and it’s open to the public. Live DJ every evening Wed-Sun. Brunch on Saturdays.
Perfect sunset spot! 
🥂 THE GRAND COCKTAIL 
🍮 CHEESECAKE & CHOCOLATE CREME BRÛLÉE 

Thank you to General Manager Benjamin McCarney and his team for hosting a wonderful media preview. 

Reserve Your Night and Go #MakeSomedayHappen 

(Hosted) #GoEpicOrlando #GrandBohemianOrlando #KesslerCollection #MarriottBonvoy #LoveOrlando #TheCityBeautiful
Thank you for the memories… 🐓 💕 Sad to hea Thank you for the memories… 🐓 💕 Sad to hear the news about @thecoop_wp closing their doors in Winter Park after 9 1/2 years! Thank you to @johnrivers4r & The 4R team for the great memories and delicious Southern classic home cooking. That Classic Chicken Sandwich is still my favorite! 

🍗 Go get one last bite before their last day on 7/16. 

I hope to see The Coop again at another location soon! 

#MakeSomedayHappen #GoEpicOrlando
50 THINGS TO DO IN ORLANDO THIS SUMMER… # 9 on t 50 THINGS TO DO IN ORLANDO THIS SUMMER… # 9 on the list:

Eat & Drink Around The World at Epcot! 🌎

No Orlando list is complete without our amazing theme parks, and as a travel foodie, Epcot is my favorite! Festivals are the best time to visit! 

🌸 Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival runs until 7/5… 

Here are my favorite sips & bites from this year as well as Must Eat & Drink classics I never miss! 

🍍 Pineapple Bistro:
• Dole Whip
• Frozen Desert Violet Lemonade (a favorite for 10 years!) 

🍯 Honey Bee-stro:
• Chicken and Waffles
• Honey-Mascarpone Cheesecake

🇨🇦 Northern Bloom: (Canada)
• Seared Scallops with French Green Beans, & Butter Potatoes
• Beef Tenderloin Tips & Mushroom Bordelaise
• Chocolate Maple Whisky Cake

🍊 Florida Fresh: My favorite Festival stop!! @freshfromflorida 
• Grilled Street Corn on the Cob with Savory Garlic Spread and Spicy Corn Chips 
• Blackened Fish Slider with Roasted Tomatoes, Watercress & Citrus Remoulade on Brioche
• Watermelon Salad with Blueberries, Pickled Red Onions, Balsamic and Feta

🇫🇷 France Pavilion: Le Vins de Chefs de France
• Orange Slushy with Grand Marnier, Rum, Grey Goose Orange and Orange Juice
• Citron Slushy with Grey Goose Citron, Vodka & Lemonade

🇲🇽 Mexico Pavilion: Choza de Margarita
• Fiesta Margarita 
• Fresh Guacamole & Chips

Don’t miss the Topiaries and The Butterfly Garden! Loved seeing the new Encanto topiaries at the entrance! 

Epcot International Food & Wine Festival kicks off July 27th to keep Eating & Drinking Around The World! 

Follow for more Fun Things To Do in Orlando This Summer...

Go #MakeSomedayHappen

#GoEpicOrlando #GoEpicDisney #LoveOrlando #Epcot #EpcotFlowerandGarden #FreshFromFlorida #drinkaroundtheworld #eataroundtheworld
50 THINGS TO DO IN ORLANDO THIS SUMMER… # 8 on t 50 THINGS TO DO IN ORLANDO THIS SUMMER… # 8 on the list…

Indulge your taste buds in a tropical getaway at
Michelin Guide Recommended Four Flamingos: A Richard Blais Florida Kitchen located at Orlando’s Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress Resort 
🦩🦩🦩🦩 

Chef de Cuisine Shelby Farrell & her team serve creative Florida favorites!

Here are my “Must Eats” after several visits: 

🍣 Tuna Tostada with Passion Fruit Yolk. Gorgeous & so delicious!

🐟 Swordfish Prime Rib 16oz “Neptune’s Cut” - coated in Black Lime, Black Pepper, & Garlic. It’s hands down, THE best swordfish dish you’ll find anywhere!

🦞🥩 Surf to Fire-Grilled Turf combos:
🦞 Half Lobster - Blackened, Grilled with Herb Butter, or Poached with Citrus Beurre Blanc
🥩 Bacon-wrapped Filet, Confit Potato Hash, Coconut Au Poivre, Pickled Mushroom

🦀 A gigantic Crab Cake! (The toppings have changed since my last visit)

🦀 Crab Raviolo with Papaya Vodka Sauce, Florida Lobster, Gremolata

☕️ Cuban Espresso Panna Cotta, Salted Caramel, Butterscotch Biscotti - this is a dream for any coffee lover! 

🍹 Fun tropical cocktails and a fantastic Florida Old Fashioned with spiced orange blossom honey syrup 

** If you want to meet Richard Blais of @nextlevelcheffox @foodnetwork & @bravotopchef fame, he’s in town this weekend!! 

Get reservations and go!

Follow @fourflamingosorl and sign up for their newsletter to find out when  @richardblais will be visiting next! (He visits regularly throughout the year and is the nicest guy to meet!)

🚗 Complimentary Valet & Self Parking for Guests of Four Flamingos
📍 @hyattregencygrandcypress near Walt Disney World

Follow for more Fun Things To Do (and Eat) in Orlando… Go! #MakeSomedayHappen 

#GoEpicOrlando #LoveOrlando #RichardBlais
REMEMBER THE BRAVE. 🇺🇸 #MemorialDay We spen REMEMBER THE BRAVE. 🇺🇸 #MemorialDay

We spent an amazing holiday weekend at @ritzcarltonorlando Grande Lakes Resort and enjoyed so many wonderful activities part of their “GLO Summer” program. But we can’t forget the reason we have a long weekend… and I’m filled with gratitude. 

🇺🇸 Today we remember the brave service men and women who gave all they had for us to enjoy these freedoms. We also pay respect to their families who miss them every day. Thank you!

🥂 I’m grateful for the opportunity to share about these fun experiences around Central Florida and hopefully inspire you to enjoy time with family and friends. Go #MakeSomedayHappen one bite, sip & trip at a time because tomorrow is not guaranteed.

☀️ I’m grateful we have gorgeous resorts to enjoy a relaxing staycation without having to travel far! Orlando is the # 1 travel destination in the country and we live here! 

Thank you @grandelakesorlando, @ritzcarltonorlando and @jwmorlando for hosting us. Congratulations on your 20th Anniversary!

I hope you enjoyed a great weekend with family and friends. Cheers! 

Pictured:
1. 🇺🇸 Game of foosball, Ritz
2. 🧁 Cupcake from First Drop, Ritz
3. 🏃🏻‍♀️ Ritz Carlton Memorial Day 5K Medal & Mimosas
4 & 5. 🎆 Picnic & Fireworks Package - you get a reserved blanket in a prime viewing area to watch the fireworks by the gazebo & basket with Whispering Angel Rose and a variety of snacks. (Reservation required)
6. 🍸 Fun Cocktails at EVRBAR JW Marriott new lobby bar! 
7. 🎈 Stilt-walker making balloon animals poolside, Ritz

(Hosted) #GoEpicOrlando #RCMemories #LoveOrlando
Nothing says “SUMMERTIME!” better than a BIG J Nothing says “SUMMERTIME!” better than a BIG JUICY BURGER! 🍔 

We’ve been enjoying an amazing staycation at @ritzcarltonorlando & @jwmorlando Grande Lakes Resort! Their GLO Summer Weekends programming is fantastic! (Check out my stories to see more!)

Today we had lunch at one of my favorite restaurants - @highballharvest, located at The Ritz. And since It’s #NationalHamburgerDay I have to show you their epic H&H Pimento Cheese Burger!

It’s loaded! Double Short-Rib Patties, Bacon, Pimento Cheese, & Mustard Spiced Pickles. Full of flavor!

PS - check out my stories for another big juicy burger from  @knifeburger - lots of great burger options at Grande Lakes!

>>> Stay tuned for my “50 Things To Do in Orlando This Summer” series… it’s going to be a fun & tasty one! 

Hope you’re enjoying your holiday weekend with friends and family. Go #MakeSomedayHappen 

(Hosted) #GoEpicOrlando #LoveOrlando #ThingsToDoinOrlando  #RCMemories #RitzCarltonOrlando #BurgerDay
Next Level Avocado Toast! 🥑 Do you love to brun Next Level Avocado Toast! 🥑 Do you love to brunch? Here’s a fun & healthy recipe using #FreshFromFlorida veggies! 

I’m totally hooked on using Florida sweet potatoes instead of bread after I made “Everything But The Bagel Sweet Potato Toast with smoked salmon (the recipe on the blog) , I had to make a Sweet Potato Avocado Toast and it was amazing! It’s so good I did not miss the bread! 

Super easy to make! 

1. Thin slice sweet potatoes and bake in 450F oven for 15-20 minutes or use an air-fryer 
2. Top with guacamole or sliced avocado (I did both!) 
3. Top with a variety of fresh toppings: I used pickled radishes, grape tomatoes, arugula, cabbage, sweet peppers, pickled onions, & cilantro all grown in Florida! 
4. I added Kalamata olives and you can also add a fried egg!Have fun with a variety of toppings!

Pro Tip: Set up a Sweet Potato Toast Bar with a variety of toppings and host an easy brunch for friends.

Look for the "Fresh From Florida" label on products in your grocery store or ask your produce department manager for Florida produce.

More details on the blog GoEpicurista.com
Recipe created in partnership with @flafruitandveg and @freshfromflorida

#GoEpicRecipe #FFVAfarmtour #floridaagriculture #brunch #FreshFromFlorida
Homemade Potato Chips for Brunch? Yes, Please! 🥔 

More than 2,000 varieties of potatoes are grown in Florida, so I figured I'd make homemade potato chips with a few different kinds. I used @lmcompanies Gold Potatoes and Blue Sky Farms Purple Potatoes and Red Potatoes (which I actually dug up myself during the #FFVAFarmTour hosted by @flafruitandveg @freshfromflorida & @agcommunicatorsfl @ufifas_solutions & @stjohns_ag 

Fresh always tastes better! Each potato has its own unique flavor and texture which you can appreciate tasting side by side. It was so easy to make potato chips in the oven, you won't go back to the bag of chips! (it's better for you too!) 

1. Scrub the potatoes well and pat dry with a paper towel
2. Thin slice potatoes carefully with a mandolin
3. Lightly toss or spray with avocado oil, sprinkle fresh cracked salt & pepper 
4. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet - make sure potato slices are in a single layer and not touching
5. Bake in 400F oven for 20 minutes (turn over halfway through)

Set up your Florida Potato Chips Bar with a variety of dips and #FreshFromFlorida veggies for toppings. Add a poached or sunny-side-up egg and brunch is served! Guaranteed everyone will love creating their own messy pile of Florida potato chips! 

Toppings ideas:
- "Everything But The Bagel" dip (see my previous post for the recipe)
- Guacamole
-  Sweet peppers
- Radishes
- Arugula
- Grape tomatoes 
- Poached or Sunny Side Up Egg
- Flaky Salts (I used Smoked Maldon Salt)

Look for the "Fresh From Florida" label on products in your grocery store or ask your produce department manager for Florida produce. Have some fun exploring all the varieties of potatoes you can find. 

🥔 More on the blog GoEpicurista.com
Recipe created in partnership with @flafruitandveg and @freshfromflorida

#GoEpicRecipe #FFVAfarmtour #floridaagriculture #brunch #FreshFromFlorida #FloridaPotatoes
Looking for a fun, easy, delicious, and healthy re Looking for a fun, easy, delicious, and healthy recipe for your next brunch with friends? Check it out! “Everything But The Bagel” Sweet Potato Toast made with Fresh From Florida Sweet Potatoes, Smoked Salmon, “Everything Bagel” Spread (a delicious spread and dip made with cream cheese, Greek yogurt, and Everything Bagel seasoning you’ll want to make over and over again!), plus all your favorite bagel sandwich toppings. Arrange it as a toppings bar and let everyone create their own Sweet Potato Toast. It will take your weekend brunch - or any day lunch - to the next level!

You won’t miss the bagel with this tasty smoked salmon bagel sandwich alternative recipe using sweet potatoes as your base.  The best part, Florida sweet potatoes are in season all summer long!

Full recipe and more on the blog GoEpicurista.com
Recipe created in partnership with @flafruitandveg and @freshfromflorida

#GoEpicRecipe #FFVAfarmtour #floridaagriculture #brunch #freshfromfloridakids
🥂 Cheers! @argylewinery - my favorite Oregon sp 🥂 Cheers! @argylewinery - my favorite Oregon sparkling wine perfect to celebrate Oregon Wine Month and National Wine Day! 🥂

Their tasting room and winery in Dundee, Oregon is a Must Visit! Located less than an hour’s drive from Portland, it’s a gorgeous space and a perfect first stop on a day of wine tasting in the heart of Willamette Valley. 

On my last trip, I enjoyed the “Sparkling Selection” Tasting Flight - complimentary as a wine club member ($45 retail)

2019 Estate Reserve Brut Rose, Willamette Valley
2017 Spirit Hill Blanc de Blancs, Eola-Amity
2018 Knudsen Blanc de Blancs, Dundee Hills
2011 Extended Tirage Brut, Willamette Valley
2012 Extended Tirage Brut, Willamette Valley

I’ve been a fan of Argyle for decades and it’s always on my list of places to visit when I return home to Portland and why I’ve been a wine club member for years. I get so excited when we receive a shipment! 

Add it to your list & Go #MakeSomedayHappen

#GoEpicOregon #OregonWineMonth #NationalWineDay
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