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Epic Foodie Travel Bucket List in Central Florida

By Christina Thomas 1 Comment

This restaurant belongs on your Foodie Bucket List: Victoria & Albert’s

Travel Writers & Bloggers Share Foodie Bucket List Experiences To Inspire Your Travel Plans 

What foodie experience tops your bucket list? Is it dining at a Michelin star restaurant? An exclusive feast with a celebrity chef? Progressive dining in the sky at Disney? Wine tasting from the largest cellar in the world? Or maybe exploring street food in an exotic destination is more your style?

If you’re looking for foodie travel inspiration, check out what tops the list of some of my favorite foodies and travel writers. This is part one of my Epic Foodie Travel Bucket List series covering Central Florida foodie experiences that belong on your list. Stay tuned for part 2 covering the United States and part 3 Around The World.

My foodie travel bucket list – i.e. “someday list” – grows daily as I scroll through Instagram. It’s exciting knowing the list is never ending. So many experiences out there just waiting to be lived. But what good is to dream if we don’t actually do.

Experiences below are listed in no particular order as they are all worthy of your list. (Hint: read all the way to the end for the top two restaurants in Orlando.)

Are you ready to add more foodie experiences to your bucket list? It’s time to plan, put in on the calendar and go Make Someday Happen one delicious bite, sip and trip at a time!

1. Taste The World’s Largest Wine Collection in Tampa.

Lauren Yochum’s foodie bucket list experience didn’t surprise me. The founder of SporkOrlando.com and @SporkWine is a wine aficionado just like me. She even works at my new favorite sommelier-owned restaurant, Wine Bar George at Disney Springs.

“Dry aged steaks and one of the largest wine collections in the world….what’s not to love? Acclaimed for decades from critics and guests alike, this iconic spot is just a short trip down I-4 so there’s really no excuse for us not to visit! Dying to experience their dessert room and order a wine from my birth year along with another bottle of rare wine. Here’s to making plans to visit Bern’s.”

Lauren Yochum

Bern’s Steakhouse, the legendary restaurant located in Tampa’s SoHo district since 1956, boasts one of the most acclaimed wine collections in the world with more than 6,800 different selections on the list and more than 600,000 bottles in the cellar. The perennial recipient of the Wine Spectator Grand Award, the magazine’s highest honor bestowed upon restaurants that display an uncompromising and passionate commitment to quality. A visit to Bern’s belongs on every wine lover’s bucket list. Click here for Lauren’s experience.

I’ve seen the cellar and it’s jaw dropping impressive. You can get a tour before dinner. I’ve also indulged in their dessert room, also a must! I have yet to cross off the full steakhouse experience from the list. It’s time to plan a visit! Follow Lauren at www.sporkorlando.com for more wine and food travel inspiration.

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Bern Laxer in the legendary cellar he built at Bern’s Steakhouse

2. Eat Famous in Orlando.

Around The World Famous:

Forget Hollywood celebs, the famous we really care about are dressed in chef whites! Kimberly Button is a prolific freelance travel writer, and publisher of KimandCarrie.com who’s actively pursuing crossing off various Celebrity Chef Experiences off her foodie bucket list.

“In Orlando, one of the restaurants on my bucket list was Morimoto Asia. After hearing everyone rave, I finally visited – even though I hate seafood. I decided just to be brave and see what they had for non-seafood lovers, and I was not disappointed! Homecomin’ Florida Kitchen was also on my must-do list. I loved seeing Chef Art Smith in person, which makes the homegrown Florida restaurant even more inspiring! I’d LOVE to also finally visit Cress Restaurant in DeLand and Se7en Bites Bake Shop“

Kimberly Button

Orlando’s Disney Springs is informally known as a “foodie theme park” with over 150 shops and restaurants and home to many Internationally known celebrity chefs. You’ll find eateries by Iron Chef Morimoto (Morimoto Asia), Art Smith (Homecomin’ Florida Kitchen), Rick Bayless (Frontera Cocina), Guy Fieri (Chicken Guy) and Wolfgang Puck, the original celeb chef of Downtown Disney, who recently opened his new Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill.

On my Celeb Chef bucket list is dining with Jose Andres. Named Time’s “100 Most Influential People” and “Outstanding Chef” by the James Beard Foundation, Andres is the recipient of 2 Michelin Stars and 4 Bib Gourmands simultaneously and recent nominee for a Nobel Peace Prize! His much anticipated Jaleo restaurant is scheduled to open this winter. The 22 thousand square foot restaurant will be Andrés’ largest to date and will bring the spirit and flavors of Spain to Florida in a very modern setting. I can’t wait!

Chef Jose Andres of Jaleo

Local Love Famous:

As much as we love the International celeb chefs, we are even prouder of our local celeb chefs. Kim’s bucket list includes two of my favorites. Hari Pulapaka of Cress Restaurant in Deland (listed below) is a James Beard Awards nominee and fascinating chef. You’ll see why his restaurant is on my personal bucket list in the next entry.

Trina Gregory Propst of Se7en Bites has been featured on Food Network Diners Drive-Ins and Dives, Guy’s Grocery Games and more. She’s a dynamic chef that embodies the Best of Orlando: Heart, Charm, Sass and Love for All. Her hearty Southern comfort food bake shop in The Milk District is a Must Visit.

As you can see, there’s plenty of famous dining in Orlando! Are you a fan of celebrity chefs? Which famous chefs are on your foodie bucket list?

Kim is certainly making someday happen. Follow Kim’s latest adventures at KimandCarrie.com.

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You must GO see Trina at Se7en Bites for the most incredible treats!

3. Pursue Global Inspiration in Deland.

Every time I’ve tried to snag a seat for one of Cress Restaurant‘s global inspired dinners it sells out faster than I can hit “enter”. The intriguing restaurant has been on my bucket list ever since I met the dynamic couple behind it during one of the many local charity events they support. College Math Professor by day / award winning chef by night Hari Pulapaka and his Doctor by day / Sommelier by night wife Jenneffer are not only incredibly talented they are thoughtful and fiercely passionate about what they do. You can read more about them in my story for Orlando Sentinel’s Signature Magazine. Located in Historic Downtown DeLand, the restaurant which recently celebrated its 10th anniversary, is only open for special ticketed events, culinary classes and wine tastings. They pride themselves in a menu full of global inspired flavors using high quality local sourced ingredients.

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Cress Restaurant Sinfully Vegetarian

4. Epic Chef’s Table Date Night in Winter Garden.

Kristen Manieri, founder of OrlandoDateNightGuide.com had an epic date night in mind for her top pick: Chef’s Table at Edgewater.

“I’m obsessed with chef’s tables. I love having no decisions to make and just being at the total mercy of a great chef. It’s such a treat to be surprised and delighted. I’ve done quite a few chef’s tables over the years but I’ve yet to make it to Winter Garden for what’s one of Orlando’s first chef’s table experiences. I’ve heard nothing but great things about the Chef’s Table at Edgewater and I can’t wait for it to top my list of favorite Central Florida foodie experiences.”

Kristen Manieri

The Chef’s Table at Edgewater, located in historic downtown Winter Garden, has received numerous awards as one of the best restaurants in Orlando. Husband and wife team, Kevin and Laurie Tarter act as your hosts for an epic tasting experience. Reservations are a must!

The Chef’s Table at Edgewater was on my someday list for years and I finally crossed it off over the holidays. The experience did not disappoint. I only wish I had gone sooner.

What foodie experience tops your list for date night? For more ideas, follow Kristen and her team at Orlando Date Night Guide and check out my favorite Date Night spots in Orlando on their app.

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Chef Kevin and Laurie Tarter

5. Iron Chef Omakase in Orlando.

Pam Brandon is the source for Disney dining inspiration. She’s a 20+ year food writer, contributing to the Disney Parks Food Blog, managing editor of Edible Orlando magazine and author of over a dozen Disney cookbooks.  At the top of her foodie bucket list is the Omakase Dinner experience at Morimoto Asia in Disney Springs.

“Though I’ve dined at Morimoto Asia, I have not experienced the omakase dinner — and of course I would love for the master himself, Chef Morimoto, to be in the kitchen. I love the spontaneity, creativity, adventure and freshness of omakase dining.”

Pam Brandon

The gorgeous restaurant hosts nightly Omakase style dinners at their 14 seat sushi bar. The team of expert sushi chefs, led by Chef de Cuisine Yuhi Fujinaga, presents 5 – 7 courses directly to guests for a more intimate experience. Every now and then, the evening is made even more special as Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto joins for a surprise visit, turning the event into “Momakase”.  

Momokase is on my list too! Hopefully Iron Chef Morimoto returns soon. Interviewing him for Signature Magazine was a #MakeSomedayHappen moment for me! Dinners sell out almost immediately and 24 hour advance reservations are required. Click here for more info.

If you’re a Disney food fan, check out Pam’s Disney cookbooks. For news on Orlando’s local food scene and the Florida bounty, check out Edible Orlando.

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Iron Chef Morimoto at “Momokase” dinner

6. Steakhouse Feast at Acclaimed Independent Hotel Chain in Orlando.

Andrew “Drew” Heaberlin is always looking for fun eats around The City Beautiful to report back on his blog Tastes of Orlando. He’s a fan of supporting local independent restaurants and so it’s only fitting that at the top of his list is dining at Rosen Shingle Creek Resort’s A Land Remembered Restaurant. This AAA Four Diamond rated steakhouse is a hidden gem, part of Rosen Hotels & Resorts, the largest and most acclaimed independent hotel chain in Florida.

“A Land Remembered is a book written by the late author Patrick Smith, that captures the essence and experience of Florida’s pioneer era. Harris Rosen is a hotel and restaurant pioneer in his own right, and this restaurant is based off of that novel. As a Florida native, its always a place I’ve wanted to go, but have never gotten around to. Anything on the menu sounds great, but the Angel City Oysters and the Bone in Ribeye are what I’m looking forward to.”

Drew Heaberlin

Learn more about Harris Rosen, the inspiring owner and founder of Rosen Hotels & Resorts, voted one of most influential people in Orlando and add a stay at one of his 9 properties and dining at his various restaurants to your foodie bucket list. (Full disclosure: I worked for Mr. Rosen for 12 years and am a big fan!) Click here for reservations.

I hope Drew is able to Make Someday Happen soon. I know from my experiences dining at A Land Remembered that he will not be disappointed. The decadent desserts made by pastry chef and chocolatier David Ramirez top my “must eat” list!

Follow Drew’s dining adventures on Tastes of Orlando

A Land Remembered

7. Eat All The Tacos in Orlando!

Michelle Snow, of City Surfing Orlando and @Zengrrl, reviews dining and entertainment around Central Florida. She is also a great supporter of local bloggers. Thanks to her, I covered my first wine dinner and even got a “photographer” media pass to cover the Erasure concert at House of Blues when I first started GoEpicurista.com. (That was a #MakeSomedayHappen moment!). Her foodie bucket list experience is one I am also in pursuit of. Because…tacos!

“A tour of Orlando taco places is top on my list. So many taco/Mexican/Tex-Mex eateries have opened since 2016, from chains like Rubio’s and Fuzzy’s Taco Shop, to locally owned restaurants like Black Rooster Taqueria. Plus there are a lot of mom-and-pop places and food trucks. I’d love to visit each one in search of the best taco in Orlando. Why? Because tacos are my favorite food, and there are so many different ways to prepare one. And because…tacos.”

Michelle Snow

Her goal was to finish in time for her National Taco Day post.  Since then, a plethora of taco shops have opened in Orlando so her quest for the best taco in Orlando will continue.

I did my own Taco Crawl in the Mills District of Orlando but I think it’s time to do a second one to highlight the new additions in the past few years including Hunger Street Tacos, Bartaco, Tin & Taco, Chela Tequila and Tacos… and the list goes on.

Follow Michelle at City Surfing Orlando for one of the best events calendars and event news in town.

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Black Rooster Taqueria Fish Taco is a Must Eat!

8. Ultimate Disney Dining In The Sky

Lauren Delgado, the talented multimedia food reporter for the Orlando Sentinel, is a busy bee covering all corners of the local food scene. She’s everywhere, from theme parks to local neighborhood gems to luxury fine dining experiences. At the top of her list was dining around the Walt Disney World Resort via monorail during the “Highway in the Sky” special dining event.

“Above the piles of cookbooks, random papers, and well, snacks on my desk is a post-it note stuck to my computer monitor. It simply reads “Monorail Dining,” – a reference to Walt Disney World’s new Highway in the Sky Dine Around. This “food crawl” of sorts takes diners to three Disney resorts via the monorail for a five-course meal. Between the transportation and sumptuous meal, this dine around seems too fun to pass up. I waited a smidge too long to book this now sold-out adventure – but the sticky note reminds me to check again every so often to #MakeSomedayHappen!”

Lauren Delgado

The Highway in the Sky experience at Walt Disney World Resort begins at The Wave…of American Flavors at Disney’s Contemporary Resort and takes avid Disney foodies on a dining tour through via monorail to Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, and Disney’s Grand Floridian, ending at an exclusive location for desserts and the Happily Ever After fireworks show over Cinderella’s Castle.  Are you a Disney Fan? Then this belongs on your list. Reservations are required far in advance.

I recently crossed off the list doing a Disney Monorail Pub Crawl and it was fantastic! I can only imagine how much fun the Highway in the Sky would be. It’s now on my list.

Follow Lauren as she explores Orlando’s dining scene for the Orlando Sentinel.

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Disney’s Monorail (Kent Phillips, photographer)

9. Sophisticated Plant-Based Pairing Dinner in Orlando

Kristine Thomas is a personal wellness chef, founder of GetWelli.com and Orlando Food Lab. She’s on a mission to share healthy eats and believes food that’s good for you can also be delicious and sophisticated. Her foodie bucket list experience is truly inspiring because when she didn’t find sophisticated multi-course plant based dining experiences readily available, she created them! That’s what I call a #MakeSomedayHappen moment.

“Similar to that of award-winning Vedge Restaurant in Philadelphia, I’d love to see more elevated plant-focused restaurants highlighting local vegetables in more unique ways. Not sure when Orlando will #MakeSomedayHappen, however, I believe we are on the cusp of bringing more of plant-based, sustainable eateries to our City Beautiful. Restaurants like Dandelion, Market On South and Sanctum do a wonderful job of utilizing local produce in their menus. Chef Noonan of Dixie Dharma once elevated his usual fare with a  6-course, plant-based dinner and Quantum Leap wine pairing for the senses. I eagerly await more opportunities for such an experience in Orlando.”

Kristine Thomas

Fast forward a few years and Kristine is now hosting “Wellness Dinners by Welli” four course plant based dinners that not only tantalize the taste buds but spark real conversation about a variety of wellness topics. They routinely sell out so check out GetWelli.com and buy your tickets. Follow Kristine on @ORLFoodLab and @_getwelli 

Delicious & Pretty by Welli

10. Epic Five Diamond Five Star Celebration in Orlando

For my personal additions to this my top Must Eat favorite restaurant in Orlando: Victoria & Albert’s. I was so happy to cross it off the list for my 40th birthday. Years later, it still ranks one of the best dining experiences ever (and I’ve had some epic meals in my life!).

There are only 68 AAA Five Diamond restaurants in North America, and only 64 Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star restaurants out of over 1,600 restaurants across the globe. Victoria & Albert’s at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort is the only restaurant in the state of Florida to receive both!

The multi-course tasting menu is over the top. WOW was the only word I could say as the feast unfolded, with perfectly paired wines as accompaniment. I still talk about that dinner years later. My husband and I enjoyed the private chef’s table in the kitchen and watching the action was like a ballet, perfectly timed and fluid. The service was so attentive it made me wonder if this is how royalty is treated. If so, sign me up for a title. Why this restaurant doesn’t have a Michelin star or three is surprising. V&A belongs on every foodie bucket list for any special occasion. Was it expensive? Yes. Was it worth it? Absolutely! Make reservations and go!

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11. Out of This World Omakase in Audubon Park

On my “Someday List” for 2019 is to finally experience an Omakase Dinner at Kadence. Owners, Mark Vyan Berdin, Lordfer Lalicon and Jennifer Bañagale, have created a cult following. The trio of Orlando locals are trained chefs who’ve worked in Michelin star restaurants. I sadly missed dining at their previous eatery, Kappo, as it was always sold out.

To no one’s surprise, Kadence has followed suit. The Winter Park 9 seat eatery frequently pops up in Facebook’s Orlando Foodie Forum, a source for locals to dish on their favorite foodie finds, as well as on respected food writers “best of” lists. The price tag is hefty, but like Victoria & Albert’s, the resounding “Yes” response from those who’ve experienced it proves it’s worth it.

If you’re adventurous and perfectly adept at giving in to the chef’s whim, willing to splurge $155-$170 for an 18-plus course sushi and sashimi dinner or $75 for a lunch of raw and cooked dishes, then, add Kadence to your list. Reservations are required. Plan ahead or hope for a cancellation.

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What experiences top your foodie travel bucket list? This list is meant to keep growing. Share in the comments and make a plan to go soon! When you do, please tag your photos with @goepicurista and #MakeSomedayHappen so we can celebrate! It would make my day to know that I inspired you to go out there and celebrate with great food, wine and friends.

Every day you have a blank page, fill it, live it, one bite, sip and trip at time!

Cheers,

Go Epicurista

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  1. Karen Grimes says

    11/09/2019 at 8:13 am

    Hello!
    I live your blog!!
    I have Culinary Tour is Ocala ( yes we have good food here! Lol)
    And in Cedar Key
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    http://www.cedarkeyfoodwalks.com
    I would like to invite you and a friend on one or both tours compliments of moi.
    If you like horses http://www.farmtoursofocala.com is fun too.
    I hope to hear from you!!

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☘️ ICED IRISH: Paddy’s Irish whiskey, butterscotch, Baileys Salted Caramel, cold brew coffee, whipped cream
☘️ IT’S A HELL OF A HOOLEY: Minke Irish Vodka, Muddled Raspberry’s, Lemon Sour, House made Rosemary Syrup, Fees Foam, Prosecco
Check out @raglanroadpub for all the details of this weekend’s festivities including food and drink specials! Say hi to owners Paul and John when you see them. Super nice guys! 
Sláinte!
Go #MakeSomedayHappen
#GoEpicOrlando
OREO YOU HAVING FUN YET?! Here are a few of my fav OREO YOU HAVING FUN YET?! Here are a few of my favorite Oreo treats around Orlando to celebrate #NationalOreoDay 🎉
🍦 @kellyshomemadeicecream - Locations around town, I visited my neighborhood fave at @foxtailhunterscreek 
• Ore-Dough Ice Cream (signature flavor) can’t beat cookies & cream and cookie dough combined!!! 💕 
• Salted Caramel Oreo (March limited time flavor)😘 
🍪 @gideonsbakehouse - Disney Springs, East End Market
• Cookies & Cream Cookie (signature flavor)
• Valentina Cake - red velvet & cookies n cream (signature flavor)
• Frankenstein Cookie (Limited Time /October) 
• Frankenstein Cake (Limited Time /October) 💕
🍩 @smokeanddonuts - Milk District
• Nutty Panda Donut: Nutella Buttercream, Oreos
• S’Moreo Donut: marshmallow, Oreos, Chocolate Chips 💕
• Cheepees Donut: vanilla glaze, Oreos, Chocolate Chips 
🍩 @everglazed_fl - Disney Springs
• Cookies & Cream Donut 😍
🍸 @wyndhamgrandorl Bar 1521 - Bonnet Creek
• Pharmacy Froth Cocktail (recipe in stories / may not be on the menu but ask the friendly bartender)
Have a sweet double stuffed week! 💕
Go #MakeSomedayHappen 
#GoepicOrlando #OreoDay #LoveOrlando
Time to reintroduce a local icon! 🔥 Congrats Ch Time to reintroduce a local icon! 🔥 Congrats Chef IanRussell, Juliana Peña & @smokeanddonuts team! 🔥
The new brick & mortar location of Orlando BBQ & Donut fave food truck is officially OPEN in @themilkdistrict at 601 N. Primrose Drive.
🔥 THE SMOKE: Chef Ian’s award-winning BBQ including smoked USDA Prime Brisket, Carolina Pulled Pork, Brown Butter Turkey Breast, Bama/Carolina Pulled Chicken, & more scratch-made side dishes. Don’t miss the awesome sandwiches, corn fritters, brown butter green beans & stuffed mac & cheese!
🍩 THE DONUTS: Better than ever! Try fun new cake donut creations as well as all the favorite classics taken to a whole new level by pastry chef Brett Vezina! 
❤️ 🔥 The Signature Donut with the logo disc on top features blood orange glaze, champagne sabayon & S&D meringue.
🥃 THE BAR: Yes! they have a full bar! How about a Smoked Old Fashioned? Go for Happy Hour weekdays 3pm-6pm
Support Orlando Local & Go #MakeSomedayHappen
#GoEpicOrlando #TheMilkDistrict #SmokeandDonuts #LoveOrlando
“You do not find a happy life, you make it!” “You do not find a happy life, you make it!” 
I spent one of the best days ever at Discovery Cove! It was my first visit to this one-of-a-kind, all-inclusive, tropical day resort in Orlando, and it won’t be my last! I’m planning a return soon because they have a fantastic special happening now! (See below)
Admission includes: 
🍽️ Unlimited Buffet Breakfast, Lunch & Snacks
🍹 Unlimited Beer & Wine, (add the Premium Drink Package for $40!)
🤿 Swim & snorkel with rays & tropical fish
🐦 Hand-feed exotic birds
🏊‍♀️ Drift along the Wind-Away River
🏖️ Relax on sandy beaches
😎 Chill in the sand-bottom pool with drink in hand (we did this most of the day!) it was glorious!
🚿 Wetsuits, masks, snorkel, lockers, & showers 
🐬 Swim with dolphins experience (for additional fee)
Stay tuned for more about the delicious new Caribbean menu and cocktails at Hibiscus Hideaway & Blue Bamboo Bar, all-new food and beverage outlets. I was very impressed with their Food & Beverage program. 
Highly recommend this experience for locals and visitors. The entire day felt like a true vacation! 
💥 Limited time offer: Florida residents save 30% on their 2023 visits and out of state guests save 20% on a Signature Dolphin Swim Package. You can visit anytime in 2023 based on availability but must book by 3/12/23. Options for packages with admission to @seaworldorlando @aquaticaorlando & @bushgardenstampa available 
Go #MakeSomedayHappen 
(hosted) @DiscoveryCove 
#GoEpicOrlando #DiscoveryCove #LoveOrlando
Orlando’s OG Coffee Shop is Back! Where are you Orlando’s OG Coffee Shop is Back! Where are you getting your caffeine & brunch fix this weekend?
@barniescoffeeandtea flagship cafe in Park Avenue, Winter Park has now re-opened with a brighter modern look, new breakfast, lunch & brunch menu, and new coffee blends. Go check it out! 
I was invited to a preview and loved doing a coffee tasting of 4 blends with Christian, Barnie’s head coffee roaster. My favorite was the Guatemala Gehsa with citrus, cocoa nibs and orange blossom notes. We also sampled new menu items. Don’t miss the Shakshuka & the Popovers!
Here’s what we sampled:
☕️ Coffee:
✨Barnie’s Cafe Blend
✨Guatemala Gehsa
✨Birthday Cake Batter (notes of vanilla sprinkles)
✨UCF Pegasus Blend (notes of chocolate & caramel!) yum! 
> I couldn’t resist getting a latte even though it was 6pm! 🤣 Barista Renata did a fab vanilla latte! 
🍳 Breakfast:
✨ Signature Popovers
✨French Toast with fresh truit
✨Shakshuka with poached egg
✨Seasonal Quiche
🥪 Lunch:
✨Cuban Sandwich
✨Roasted BeetSalad
Did you know Barnie’s is Orlando’s original coffee shop? It opened right here in Winter Park in 1980!
Go support local! #MakeSomedayHappen 
#GoEpicOrlando #LoveOrlando #barniescoffeeandtea #orlandocoffee
Hey Orlando Foodies, @orlandocitysc and @orlpride Hey Orlando Foodies, @orlandocitysc and @orlpride games at @exploriastadium just got a whole lot tastier!
Five #OrlandoMade local restaurants are now permanent concessions vendors so you can tame your hunger with the best local tacos, hot dogs, BBQ, Chicken & Burgers in Orlando! 
Thank you Exploria Stadium for inviting me to the media preview. Can’t wait to go cheer on our 2022 US Open Champions at the season opener this Saturday!
Here’s a preview of what we sampled: 
🌮 BLACK ROOSTER TAQUERIA - Chicken Tinga Taco on Flour Tortilla, w. lettuce, radish, cotija cheese, cilantro. Love those tacos! It was nice to see owner Juliana Calloway and Chief Tasting Officer Ryder Calloway dancing! 🕺🏻 @blkroostertaco 🙌🏼
📍 The Wall / Section 24
🌭 HARRELL’S HOT DOGS - Orlando City Stadium Dog features a Nathan’s Hot Dog topped with House Red Onion Sauce, Sauerkraut & Sport Peppers and finished with a Spicy Brown Mustard. Nice to meet owners Drew & David Cardaci! @_whats.up.dog_ 🙌🏼
📍 Section 30
🍖 4 RIVERS SMOKEHOUSE - Orlando’s favorite Pulled Pork Sandwich! Didn’t get to see owner John Rivers did you know you can now pick up 4R sauces & spices at Publix?! @4riverssmokehouse 🙌🏼
📍 Section 31
🐓 THE COOP by 4Rivers - Hand-breaded Chicken Tenders with 4R BBQ sauce @thecoop_wp 🙌🏼
📍 Section 9
🍔 TEAK NEIGHBORHOOD GRILL - Drunken Monk Burger with Smoked Bacon, Provolone Cheese, Roasted Cherry Tomotoes, house-made Angry Orchard Onion Jam, on Herb Mayo & Melted White Cheddor on a Pretzel Bun with Teak Chips. Best Burger in Orlando!  It was so nice to meet owner Jon Proechel after all these years of being a fan of their epic burgers! @teakneighborhoodgrill 🙌🏼
📍 Section 18
🍹MANE-GO MARGARITA - In The Wild Margarita with @camarenatequila - super tasty! 
⭐️ FYI - A Rotating Vendor Cart will feature @cholodogs & @sushieatstation among others 
⚽️ Will you be at the season opener this Saturday? 
#VamosOrlando Let’s Go! #ManEveryWall 💜 
Hosted #GoEpicOrlando #MakeSomedayHappen #ThingsToDoinOrlando
Happy #NationalMargaritaDay 🎉 This is “NOT E Happy #NationalMargaritaDay 🎉
This is “NOT EVERYONE’S MARGARITA” -  But it is mine! Made with Vida Mezcal, Cuervo Traditional Plata Tequila, Jalapeño, Creme de Mure, House Sour, & Black Salt. Epic! 
📍 Go get yours at @paddlefishorl in @disneysprings
Cheers! 
#GoEpicOrlando #MakeSomedayHappen #DisneySprings
Hey Wine Lovers, I almost missed it’s #NationalD Hey Wine Lovers, I almost missed it’s #NationalDrinkWineDay 🥂
Here’s my 3 Favorite Wine Bars in Orlando: 
🍷 @quantumleapwinery - Orlando’s only sustainable winery & cidery, located in Mills 50 District. Try Kaley’s Rescue Red Blend & don’t miss the @thetastytrio “Wine, Cheese & Chocolate”events. 
🍷 @viniawinekitchen - fantastic boutique wines & Italian / Brazilian shareable plates in a charming intimate setting, located in Winter Park. Be sure to ask owner Fabio for his recommendations! 
🍷 @winebargeorge - Orlando’s only Master Sommelier owned restaurant with over 160 wines by the glass, bottle & ounce, located in Disney Springs. Say hi to somm genius George Miliotes and don’t miss their fab boards & wines from around the globe! 
Go #MakeSomedayHappen 
#GoEpicOrlando #OrlandoWine #loveOrlando
Don’t miss “Eat Ice Cream For Breakfast Day” Don’t miss “Eat Ice Cream For Breakfast Day” on Saturday 2/18! 
@kellyshomemadeicecream has created special breakfast-themed ice cream flavors for this annual International Childhood Cancer Awareness event
Order a cup, cone or shake or better yet, get an Ice Cream Flight & try all four! 
🥞 Blueberry Pancake (My favorite!)
🥣 Breakfast Buddies
🥓 Maple Bourbon Bacon
💥 Cinnamon Crunch
🗓️ When: Saturday February 18th, 9am-11am
📍 Where: All Kelly’s Homemade Ice Cream Scoop Shops and participating Counters 
💰 50% of sales during breakfast will be donated to @gktwvillage 
🍦 “Eat Ice Cream For Breakfast Day” was created in 2013 in honor of Malia Grace, by her mom and aunt after she lost her battle with cancer in 2010. Malia Grace loved ice cream and her family wanted to commemorate her birthday, 2/18, in a way that would be fitting for her. During her wish trip at Give Kids The World, she had the opportunity to eat ice cream for breakfast and it was a highlight of the family’s experience. 
🌎 Give Kids The World Village is an 89-acre, whimsical nonprofit in Central Florida that provides critically ill children and their families with magical week-long wish vacations at no cost. Every wish family is treated to accommodations, transportation, donated theme park tickets, all meals and snacks, nightly entertainment, and more. Since 1986, Give Kids The World has welcomed more than 182,000 families from all 50 states and 76 countries.
Stop by Kelly’s and pick up these awesome flavors! But, regardless of where you are, Eat Ice Cream for Breakfast in honor of Malia, and raise awareness for those who battle childhood cancer. 💛
#GoEpicOrlando #eaticecreamforbreakfastday #kellyshomemadeicecream #kellysicecream #orlandoicecream
Happy Valentine’s Day! ♥️ Add a little fire Happy Valentine’s Day! ♥️ Add a little fire & passion to your life, head to @gideonsbakehouse for their Eternal Flame Cookie & Cake. They are 🔥in the best way!
🍰 Eternal Flame Cake is a 3-Layer Double Frosted Chocolate work of art! Red Cherry Buttercream layers and Chocolate Fudge Buttercream mixed with a bit of that Eternal Flame spice on the outer layer. Not too spicy and absolutely decadent! Pair it with a nice bold red wine!
🍪 Eternal Flame Chocolate Cookie packs a nice kick laced with house-made Ancho, Cayenne, and Cinnamon Spice Mix, infused with a magical essence of cherry and topped with Chocolate Covered Cherries. 
❤️ For a limited time, a special version of the Eternal Flame cookie without the spice mix is available too! (Check Gideon’s IG for details)
📍 Available only in February at Gideon’s in East End Market & Disney Springs
Go celebrate with the best cookies and cakes on the planet!
#MakeSomedayHappen #GoEpicOrlando #GideonsBakehouse #DisneySprings #ValentinesDayTreat
For The Love of Chocolate… stop by @peterbrookew For The Love of Chocolate… stop by @peterbrookewp and pick up the best treats for your sweetie and besties 💕
A few of my favorites: 
🍓 Chocolate Covered Strawberries (require advanced order)
❤️ “Jami Choo’s” Chocolate Shoes
💋 Assorted Truffles (loved the red lips!)
♥️ Chocolate Covered Popcorn! 
💖 Baskets with a variety of treats! (Don’t miss the Chocolate Covered Oreos, Cat Tails & Cookies)
☎️ Call the shop to reserve a basket for quick pick up at (407) 644-3200. They’re open regular hours today & 7AM -11:15PM on Valentine’s Day!
🍓 Thank you to Peterbrooke’s creative Cupid chocolatiers for these gorgeous berries! 
#GoEpicOrlando #PeterbrookeWP #winterparkfl
Bon jour! Bon soir, enchante! 💕 The perfect way Bon jour! Bon soir, enchante! 💕 The perfect way to celebrate Galentine’s Day & Valentine’s Day is with the best French pastries in Orlando! 
Thank you @chefstephsteph for these epic @choulalapastries 💕
Pre-order and pick up at either Choulala Park Avenue and 436 location! You’re going to want to get all of this! 
VALENTINE’S DAY DESSERT BOX!
Chef Steph created an epic gourmet assortment of Valentine’s Day delights perfect to share:
💋 (1) Lychee Rose French Kiss Entremet
♥️ (2) Conversation Heart Vanilla Macarons
💝 (2) Crème Brûlée Choux Cream Puffs!
“I LOVE CHOU” BOX includes:
❤️ Passion Fruit, Raspberry & Crème Brûlée Choux Cream Puffs
♥️ Red Velvet, Lavender & Conversation Heart Macaron
❤️ Strawberry Eclair
I also picked up these gorgeous heart shaped entremets:
💜 Exotique: Passion Fruit & Coconut 
💖 Sweeties: Strawberry & Chocolate Brownie
Go enjoy the sweetest Galentine’s & Valentine’s Day #MakeSomedayHappen 
📍Choulala Park Avenue is open regular hours Saturday & Sunday, closed Mon, but will open special hours on V-Day Tuesday 11a-8p.
📍Choulala 436 open regular hours including 10-5pm V- Day
(Hosted) #GoEpicOrlando #BlissfulBite #ChoulalaPastries #Galentines #ValentinesTreats
It’s #NationalPizzaDay but all I’m thinking ab It’s #NationalPizzaDay but all I’m thinking about is Hot Garlic Knots from @official_pizza_bruno 
Have you tried these?  They are a #MustEat in Orlando!
Look for the lit “Hot Knots Now!” sign! 🔥 And, when you think there isn’t enough garlic... there’s more! 🧄 🍕 
Go get some!
#GoEpicOrlando #OrlandoFoodie #MakeSomedayHappen
💜 Feeling the lavender haze... One of my favori 💜 Feeling the lavender haze... One of my favorite foodie experiences of 2022 was dining at Salt & The Cellar by Michelin Chef Akira Back and spending the night at the new @ettehotel - a gorgeous boutique hotel with impeccable attention to detail! I even got to meet @chefakiraback 
So excited I’m going back tonight to check out their new Lipa Rooftop Bar & Restaurant and have reservations for Afternoon Tea next month! 
Add a visit to ette hotel to your Foodie Bucket List for 2023! 
A few favorites from my last visit:
🍸 Fantastic Zero-Proof Cocktails by @jarldevries: It’s Dry January all year long! Featured first is The Kraken, a gorgeous purple cocktail made with Butterfly Pea Flower Tea & Champagne Vinegar
✨ Toro Tartare: A gorgeous board with fatty tuna and accompaniments
✨ Akira Back Tuna Pizza: his famous dish is a Must Eat! 
✨ Spinach Oshitashi Salad: the most gorgeous salad I’ve ever seen! 
✨ NY Strip with Wasabi Kizami Butter, Chimichurri Sauce, & choice of gourmet salts. Amazing! Loved that Espresso salt
✨ Miso Black Cod, yuzu air, pickled cauliflower 
✨ Togarashi Fries & Kimchi Brussels
✨ Dessert: Yuzu Curd and Chocolate in a Cup
☕️ “Where The Cloud Ends” Zero-Proof espresso martini with Yuzu Tonic, Lemon Cordial, Espresso, 0% Coffee Liquor
💜 The lobby decor with lavender and green touches was dreamy.
🧺 They have a Laundry Museum! 
📕 The Book Room features incredible books. The giant picture book requires gloves to review as it is one of a few in the world! 
The hotel is focused on wellness and offers Wellness Suites completely equipped with a full gym! 
Make plans to dine at @saltandthecellarbyakiraback and stay at @ettehotel and GO #MakeSomedayHappen
(Hosted) #GoEpicOrlando #ettehotel #saltandthecellarbyakiraback #experiencekissimmee #LoveOrlando
Don’t let the casual vibe at @jujubysusuru fool Don’t let the casual vibe at @jujubysusuru fool you. The Kappo Bar Omakase experience with Chef Lewis Lin is out of this world (& Michelin-worthy!)
“irasshaimase / come in!” is what you hear first upon entering this revamped Pizza Hut building off Colonial Drive. Everyone is welcome at Juju, one of Orlando’s newest restaurants and one that belongs on every #OrlandoFoodie bucket list! 
I was invited to experience their Kappo Bar and it checked all the boxes for a truly amazing #MakeSomedayHappen experience.
The retro Japanese izakaya-style restaurant serves up a 10-course menu at the bar and a more casual a la carte menu in the dining room. 
Omakase menu changes regularly but always features the five primary cooking techniques (grilling, steaming, frying, simmering, and raw) using local and imported ingredients, in-house dry-aged fish, and binchotan charcoal-fired dishes. Everything is prepared right in front of you for an immersive experience.
And, Don’t miss the fun cocktails! I loved “That Old Pizza Hut” was like an orange creamsicle with Suntory Toki Whiskey served in a Pizza Hut cup! 
Make reservations and go check this Orlando restaurant off your bucket list.
Thank you Chef Lewis and Mai for your outstanding hospitality. I’ll be coming back soon!
(Hosted) #GoEpicOrlando #LoveOrlando #omakase
Hello 2023! Why start the year on a diet? My new y Hello 2023! Why start the year on a diet? My new year’s resolution is to focus on self-care.  Eating healthy and exercising, sure. But also treating myself to more @gideonsbakehouse cookies, cakes & cold brews. Who’s with me? What will you treat yourself with this year?
You want something. Go Get It. Period!
This was my last purchase of 12/31/22... I wanted to start 2023 on a sweet note!
What if my 2023 resolution is to visit Gideon’s every month for their awesome limited-edition treats? 
I think that’s a resolution I can keep!  January’s Butterscotch flavors sound to die for.
Did you hear? The epic Banana Bread Chocolate Chip cookie is now part of the permanent lineup. While the Coffee Cake is my all-time favorite, this one is in the top 3! And, the original Peanut Butter Cold Brew is a must pairing.
What resolution will you set today? Go #MakeSomedayHappen 🎉 Happy New Year everyone!
#GoEpicOrlando #2023resolutions #GideonsBakehouse #DisneySprings
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
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