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Epic Meals: Momokase at Morimoto Asia in Orlando

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Is "Momokase" - an omakase style dinner with famed Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto on your foodie bucket list? Here's a recap of this Epic Meal Experience at Morimoto Asia at Disney Springs in Orlando. Warning: You Will Be Hungry!

Omakase Dinner with Iron Chef Morimoto is a Bucket List Experience

Is attending an omakase style “Momokase” dinner with famed Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto on your foodie bucket list? It was on mine and many other foodie’s bucket lists ever since Morimoto Asia restaurant opened at Disney Springs in 2015. I finally checked it off my list in December 2019. If you’re curious about this Epic Meal Experience, here’s a full recap. Warning: Lots of drool worthy photos ahead. You Will Be Hungry!

In honor of the restaurant’s 5th Anniversary on September 30th, 2020, I’m looking back and reminiscing about this unforgettable meal. One I highly recommend you add to your list!

Is "Momokase" - an omakase style dinner with famed Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto on your foodie bucket list? Here's a recap of this Epic Meal Experience at Morimoto Asia at Disney Springs in Orlando. Warning: You Will Be Hungry!
Chef Morimoto with Sushi Chef Alex preparing the sushi course for the evening’s Momokase Dinner.

What is The Omakase Dinner at Morimoto Asia?

According to the Morimoto Asia website, their omakase dinners are a “culinary adventure unlike any other.” And, I agree!

It’s an evening full of surprises.

Omakase is Japanese for “to entrust.” The multi-course dinner is created at the chef’s whim. You don’t know what the menu will be until it’s in front of you.

At Morimoto Asia, we were presented with menus at the start of the dinner. It was nice to be able to follow along as each bite and dish was masterfully presented. In most omakase experiences, you may not get a menu but instead the chef surprises you along they way. Truly an experience for the adventurous diner with little to no dietary restrictions.

Is "Momokase" - an omakase style dinner with famed Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto on your foodie bucket list? Here's a recap of this Epic Meal Experience at Morimoto Asia at Disney Springs in Orlando. Warning: You Will Be Hungry!

The experience at Morimoto Asia features the freshest fish from Japan plus a variety of other specialty ingredients that are reserved for a one of a kind unique meal.

Is "Momokase" - an omakase style dinner with famed Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto on your foodie bucket list? Here's a recap of this Epic Meal Experience at Morimoto Asia at Disney Springs in Orlando. Warning: You Will Be Hungry!

Seated at the sushi bar, we watched the case filled with fresh fish trays being depleted as the night progressed.

Is "Momokase" - an omakase style dinner with famed Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto on your foodie bucket list? Here's a recap of this Epic Meal Experience at Morimoto Asia at Disney Springs in Orlando. Warning: You Will Be Hungry!
I particularly love the tuna!
Is "Momokase" - an omakase style dinner with famed Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto on your foodie bucket list? Here's a recap of this Epic Meal Experience at Morimoto Asia at Disney Springs in Orlando. Warning: You Will Be Hungry!
Awabi (abalone) is a true delicacy, used in our second course.

The team of expert chefs, led by Morimoto Asia Executive Chef Yuhi Fujinaga, creates the menu, presents and serves each course directly to each diner making it a very intimate and highly pampered service experience.

Executive Chef Yuhi Fujinaga of Morimoto Asia at Disney Springs during Momokase omakase dinner
Executive Chef Yuhi Fujinaga presents one of the courses

What is a “Momokase” Dinner at Morimoto Asia?

When in town, Chef Morimoto himself will often preside over these omakase dinners. He calls them “Momokase” because, why not? His name is a big draw!

He’s a fantastic host and of course the dinner takes on a different feel. You’re watching the Iron Chef doing what he does best. Not on TV but in person! Preparing the most exquisite and delicious works of culinary art. He claims “sushi is not art”, but I disagree. He’s meticulous. Focused. But he’s also incredibly entertaining.

Is "Momokase" - an omakase style dinner with famed Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto on your foodie bucket list? Here's a recap of this Epic Meal Experience at Morimoto Asia at Disney Springs in Orlando. Warning: You Will Be Hungry!

He’s known for being a sushi master and for his legendary knife skills but his specialty is omotenashi. He is Japanese hospitality with style personified. He loves surprising guests who thrill at seeing him behind the sushi counter. 

The guest to my left at the 14 seat sushi bar was a very lucky little boy who was glued to his tablet all night. Completely oblivious that a legendary, award-winning, world famous chef was personally handing him pieces of “no-wasabi” sushi to accommodate his young palate. Each time chef made a joke. We laughed. And the little one didn’t notice. Maybe one day, his parents will tell him how lucky he was.

Is "Momokase" - an omakase style dinner with famed Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto on your foodie bucket list? Here's a recap of this Epic Meal Experience at Morimoto Asia at Disney Springs in Orlando. Warning: You Will Be Hungry!

Me on the other hand, I was soaking it all in. Completely captivated with the action behind the sushi bar. Not wanting to miss a single minute of this one of a kind, and probably, once in a lifetime, experience.

Is "Momokase" - an omakase style dinner with famed Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto on your foodie bucket list? Here's a recap of this Epic Meal Experience at Morimoto Asia at Disney Springs in Orlando. Warning: You Will Be Hungry!

When it’s Chef Morimoto himself personally preparing delicate bites of nigiri sushi and handing them to you, it’s the most delicious thrill.

How Many Courses is the Momokase or Omakase Dinner?

During an Omakase dinner at Morimoto Asia you get to enjoy multiple courses, usually 5 to 7. However, each course may consist of multiple components. In the end, you may have 20 plus bites to sample. It’s a feast!

Course #1: Hassun / Zensai

The first course was a box of goodies representative of the menu at Morimoto’s newest restaurant in Kyoto. The wooden box included the following items in order from top left:

  • Kukumono Oyster topped with seared Foie Gras and sweet soy
  • Sawara (Japanese Spanish mackerel) served tataki style with an escabeche of shallots
  • Shirauo (Japanese icefish) in a Tosazu Vinegar Gelee topped with Umibudo (sea grape)
  • Kawahagi (Japanese tilefish) Kimo-Jyoyu with edible flower
  • Kegani Kani Miso
  • Seasonal Ankimo (monk fish liver) brulee style with Yuzu citrus marmalade
  • A5 Wagyu Yukke with Quail Egg
  • Kinki thorny head fish with Perigueux sauce
Is "Momokase" - an omakase style dinner with famed Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto on your foodie bucket list? Here's a recap of this Epic Meal Experience at Morimoto Asia at Disney Springs in Orlando. Warning: You Will Be Hungry!
This was such a fun course. Each bite so unique and different.
Is "Momokase" - an omakase style dinner with famed Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto on your foodie bucket list? Here's a recap of this Epic Meal Experience at Morimoto Asia at Disney Springs in Orlando. Warning: You Will Be Hungry!
Watching Chef Alex brulee the Ankimo Monk Fish as Chef Morimoto oversees. At the other end of the sushi bar, Executive Chef Yuhi and Morimoto Corporate Chef Takao Iinuma prepare different components of the meal.
Is "Momokase" - an omakase style dinner with famed Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto on your foodie bucket list? Here's a recap of this Epic Meal Experience at Morimoto Asia at Disney Springs in Orlando. Warning: You Will Be Hungry!
Ankimo Monk Fish Brulee

The first course was paired with a refreshing Sparkling Sake Cocktail made of Morimoto Junmai, Amaro Montenegro, honey, fresh lemon and Chandon Etoile. It was perfect to match the richness of flavors of these various 8 bites.

Cocktail pairing during Momokase omakase dinner at Morimoto Asia in Disney Springs

Momokase Course #2: Kisetsumono

The second course was the soup course. It was a lovely warm broth of Matsutake pine mushrooms served steamed in a tea pot called “Matsutake Dobin Mushi” with Abalone and Chicken.

Is "Momokase" - an omakase style dinner with famed Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto on your foodie bucket list? Here's a recap of this Epic Meal Experience at Morimoto Asia at Disney Springs in Orlando. Warning: You Will Be Hungry!

As an added seasonal touch from Florida, Chef Yuhi served it with a fresh Key Lime. He instructed us to taste the broth first. Then, squeeze the lime to make the flavors pop.

Is "Momokase" - an omakase style dinner with famed Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto on your foodie bucket list? Here's a recap of this Epic Meal Experience at Morimoto Asia at Disney Springs in Orlando. Warning: You Will Be Hungry!

This course was paired with Morimoto Junmai daiginjo. A crisp sake with notes of honeysuckle and melon.

The soup course at Momokase Omakase dinner at Morimoto Asia in Disney Springs

Momokase Course #3: Sushi

The third course was the one I anticipated most. To taste sushi masterfully prepared by Chef Morimoto himself was a dream.

Is "Momokase" - an omakase style dinner with famed Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto on your foodie bucket list? Here's a recap of this Epic Meal Experience at Morimoto Asia at Disney Springs in Orlando. Warning: You Will Be Hungry!

The printed menu stated “five pieces of Nigiri and one Makimono selected by Chef Morimoto”. We received a bit more… each piece being placed in our hands by Chef Morimoto himself. That was a bit surreal. The coolest part of the dinner for fans like us!

And remember, when sushi is expertly prepared, there’s no need for wasabi or soy sauce. One of the many things I learned when I interviewed Chef Morimoto a few years ago for a “pinch me” moment cover article for Signature Magazine.

The fish is perfectly seasoned with the amount of fresh wasabi appropriate for each type of fish, taking into consideration the fattiness and flavor.

Is "Momokase" - an omakase style dinner with famed Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto on your foodie bucket list? Here's a recap of this Epic Meal Experience at Morimoto Asia at Disney Springs in Orlando. Warning: You Will Be Hungry!
The wasabi is freshly grated on the spot!

Here’s photos of each piece we received, one at a time, during the sushi course. Each bite better than the one before.

Is "Momokase" - an omakase style dinner with famed Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto on your foodie bucket list? Here's a recap of this Epic Meal Experience at Morimoto Asia at Disney Springs in Orlando. Warning: You Will Be Hungry!
Black Sea Bass Nagatoro topped with Shiso
Is "Momokase" - an omakase style dinner with famed Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto on your foodie bucket list? Here's a recap of this Epic Meal Experience at Morimoto Asia at Disney Springs in Orlando. Warning: You Will Be Hungry!
Japanese Mackerel
Is "Momokase" - an omakase style dinner with famed Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto on your foodie bucket list? Here's a recap of this Epic Meal Experience at Morimoto Asia at Disney Springs in Orlando. Warning: You Will Be Hungry!
Sumika with white truffle and julienne seaweed –
We both said “Oh My God” after this bite!
Is "Momokase" - an omakase style dinner with famed Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto on your foodie bucket list? Here's a recap of this Epic Meal Experience at Morimoto Asia at Disney Springs in Orlando. Warning: You Will Be Hungry!
Japanese Golden Eye Red Snapper with Pink Salt

Sushi is a Finger Food?

While chopsticks are provided, Chef Morimoto advises to use your hands instead to enjoy each piece of nigiri, usually in one bite. I realized I’ve been eating sushi wrong all my life.

“Sushi is a finger food.”

Chef Masaharu Morimoto

He recommends using a wet towel when the rice makes your fingers sticky.

Is "Momokase" - an omakase style dinner with famed Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto on your foodie bucket list? Here's a recap of this Epic Meal Experience at Morimoto Asia at Disney Springs in Orlando. Warning: You Will Be Hungry!
Wagyu Beef topped with caviar. This was such a decadent treat.
Iron Chef Morimoto at Momokase in Morimoto Asia in Disney Springs
Uni Sea Urchin, not usually my favorite but it was so buttery delicious.

Never Say You Don’t Like a Certain Food to Chef Morimoto. Unless You’re Giving Him a Challenge.

Biting into that uni nigiri reminded me of something Chef Morimoto told me many years ago. “When someone says they don’t like a certain food, it just means they don’t like the way they’ve had it prepared before.”

He takes it as a challenge for him to prepare it in a way you would enjoy.

Chef, I can say you succeeded! I will never say I don’t like uni again!

Sushi Course of Momokase Omakase Dinner at Morimoto Asia in Disney Springs
I was in heaven by this point. I think I blacked out because I can’t recall what this piece of nigiri was. All I know is that it was damn tasty.

Is there an order to how dishes are presented?

The order for each course and each piece of sushi served is meticulously thought out. The flavors and textures are in harmony, not to overwhelm your palate. The dinner ebbs and flows, builds to a crescendo and wonderfully concludes. Success for the chefs is that at no time do you feel like you’ve had too much.

Palate cleansers are part of the menu.

Is "Momokase" - an omakase style dinner with famed Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto on your foodie bucket list? Here's a recap of this Epic Meal Experience at Morimoto Asia at Disney Springs in Orlando. Warning: You Will Be Hungry!
Our last bite of this course was the makimono palate cleanser: Lemon and Cucumber. Preparing us for our next course.

Course #4: Nimono

The fourth course was the braissed course. By this point I would have been completely satisfied to call the meal a resounding success. But it was too good to stop.

We devoured the tender Tennen Buri Nitsuke – Japanese yellowtail braised in a sake and soy sauce. This dish was an homage to Chef Morimoto’s Buri Bop, his signature winning dish on Iron Chef. 

Is "Momokase" - an omakase style dinner with famed Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto on your foodie bucket list? Here's a recap of this Epic Meal Experience at Morimoto Asia at Disney Springs in Orlando. Warning: You Will Be Hungry!

The fatty fish was served with local daikon from Frog Song Organics. Pickled radish and breakfast radish with kinome, a fragrant Japanese herb with citrus peppery notes. Absolutely masterful!

Is "Momokase" - an omakase style dinner with famed Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto on your foodie bucket list? Here's a recap of this Epic Meal Experience at Morimoto Asia at Disney Springs in Orlando. Warning: You Will Be Hungry!
Is "Momokase" - an omakase style dinner with famed Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto on your foodie bucket list? Here's a recap of this Epic Meal Experience at Morimoto Asia at Disney Springs in Orlando. Warning: You Will Be Hungry!

It paired nicely with Landmark Vineyards Overlook 2016 Pinot Noir from Sonoma, California.

Is "Momokase" - an omakase style dinner with famed Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto on your foodie bucket list? Here's a recap of this Epic Meal Experience at Morimoto Asia at Disney Springs in Orlando. Warning: You Will Be Hungry!

Course #5: Agemono

The fifth course was the Agemono or Fried Course. The sweet Madagascar Shrimp & Matsutake Mushroom were perfectly crisp fried in a light tempura. Served with agedashi sauce and fresh grated daikon radish. The sweet shrimp was fantastic!

Did you know Portuguese Jesuit missionaries introduced the recipe for tempura to Japan in the sixteenth century, around 1549?

The fried course for Momokase omakase dinner at Morimoto Asia in Disney Springs

Paired with a surprisingly refreshing Kikori Japanese whiskey and soda highball, served in a frosted glass.

Whiskey cocktail pairing for Momokase Omakase Dinner at Morimoto Asia in Disney Springs

Momokase Course #6: Yakimono

The grilled course offered Maguro Kama, tuna collar and A5 Wagyu “Surf N Turf” Tacos with Asian chimichurri, Goochujang sauce, cucumber, shiso and flour tortillas.

Is "Momokase" - an omakase style dinner with famed Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto on your foodie bucket list? Here's a recap of this Epic Meal Experience at Morimoto Asia at Disney Springs in Orlando. Warning: You Will Be Hungry!

My reaction here was: “What!?”

Build your own tacos taken to the next level. Such a fun presentation!

Is "Momokase" - an omakase style dinner with famed Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto on your foodie bucket list? Here's a recap of this Epic Meal Experience at Morimoto Asia at Disney Springs in Orlando. Warning: You Will Be Hungry!
Is "Momokase" - an omakase style dinner with famed Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto on your foodie bucket list? Here's a recap of this Epic Meal Experience at Morimoto Asia at Disney Springs in Orlando. Warning: You Will Be Hungry!

Paired with Nieto Senetiner, a 2015 Red Blend from Argentina.

Wine pairing for Momokase Omakase Dinner at Morimoto Asia in Disney Springs

Course #7: Dessert

To end the night with a fluffy Japanese style souffle cheesecake was perfection.

I appreciate how Chef Yuhi weaves fresh local Florida flavors with the Japanese imports.

The cheesecake was served with local Plant City strawberry compote and orange blossom honey gelato artfully presented over toasted coconut.

Is "Momokase" - an omakase style dinner with famed Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto on your foodie bucket list? Here's a recap of this Epic Meal Experience at Morimoto Asia at Disney Springs in Orlando. Warning: You Will Be Hungry!

For the final pairing we were treated to a rare flight of Morimoto aged sake. Koshu 5 year Ishikawa, Koshu 10 year Ishikawa and Koshu 30 year Ishikawa. I’ve never had sake as “dessert wine” and all I could say is “Wow!”

Dessert course for Momokase omakase dinner at Morimoto Asia in Disney Springs

How do you get a reservation for “Momokase” Omakase Dinner at Morimoto Asia?

With only 14 seats available at the sushi bar, getting a reservation for a “Momokase” omakase dinner event with Chef Morimoto is tough.

Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto prepares for Momokase Omakase Dinner at Morimoto Asia in Disney Springs, Orlando
Chef Morimoto preparing for Momokase Dinner, held in the sushi bar on the second level of Morimoto Asia in Disney Springs

The “Momokase” experience had been on our bucket list ever since they started doing these dinners. Chef Morimoto usually visits the restaurant each quarter and every time he hosted these dinners, they quickly sold out.

My hubby and I, determined to check it off the list, stalked the restaurant’s social media. Once we saw Chef Morimoto was going to be in town for another event, we called and got asked to be on the waitlist. Just in case he decided to host. He doesn’t do these dinners on every visit and repeat guests usually get first dibs.

This time we got in! And it was worth every penny. With only one of us having the beverage pairing, it was over $600 for two.

Is "Momokase" - an omakase style dinner with famed Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto on your foodie bucket list? Here's a recap of this Epic Meal Experience at Morimoto Asia at Disney Springs in Orlando. Warning: You Will Be Hungry!
Chef Morimoto was gracious to sign our menus as a keepsake
Is "Momokase" - an omakase style dinner with famed Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto on your foodie bucket list? Here's a recap of this Epic Meal Experience at Morimoto Asia at Disney Springs in Orlando. Warning: You Will Be Hungry!

How Do You Reserve An Omakase Dinner at Morimoto Asia?

“Momokase” is a special event with Chef Morimoto, however the Omakase dinner experience can be reserved any time. With 48 hours advance notice. Omakase dining at Morimoto Asia is available from 6 pm to 9 pm nightly. check here for more information.

Cost for the omakase experience (food only) is currently listed as $250 per person. A $125 deposit per person is required at the time of booking. The Morimoto Asia team can recommend optional beverage pairings (Japanese beer or sake) for an additional charge. I highly recommend this enhancement.

You must indicate any food allergies, diet or other restrictions at the time of booking. But I warn you, this experience is for adventurous diners. Picky eaters may have their taste buds challenged.

Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto at Momokase omakase Dinner in Morimoto Asia at Disney Springs Florida
We made “someday” happen! Two very happy diners with Chef Morimoto!

We’re planning to return for omakase with Executive Chef Yuhi and Sushi Chef Alex soon.

“Momokase” and Omakase at Morimoto Asia in Disney Springs is a Must Do Experience for any foodie. If you happen to get lucky and Chef Morimoto himself presides. You’ll be even more thrilled.

Here’s some Story Highlights of the night.

I hope you’re inspired to continue to celebrate life and cross fun things off your someday list – while following all safety precautions during these stressful times. Schedule fun! Put it on your calendar. Go #MakeSomedayHappen one delicious bite, sip and trip a time.  

Cheers!

Go Epicurista

Is "Momokase" - an omakase style dinner with famed Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto on your foodie bucket list? Here's a recap of this Epic Meal Experience at Morimoto Asia at Disney Springs in Orlando. Warning: You Will Be Hungry!
Cheers from “Momokase” at Morimoto Asia!

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Happy St. Patrick’s Day! ☘️ The Mighty St. P Happy St. Patrick’s Day! ☘️ The Mighty St. Patrick’s Day Festival at @raglanroadpub in @disneysprings is my favorite spot in Orlando to celebrate all weekend long! Here are 17 of my Must Eat & Drink items on the menu I always recommend. The fantastic entertainment with Raglan Road Dancers and musicians straight from Ireland only adds to the ‘craic’! 
STARTERS:
☘️ BOARD OF BEAUTY: An Irish Egg, Dalkey Duo, Bang Bang’s chicken, and Beef in Bed all on one beautiful board to share!
☘️ NOM NOM WINGS: Sweet ‘n’ spicy wings in honey, chili flake, soy & ginger sauce
☘️ KISS BEFORE SHRIMP: Pan-seared shrimp in a garlic and chili lemon butter 
ENTREES:
☘️ GNOCCHI SEA GNOCCHI DO: Handmade potato gnocchi, seared Foley’s Georges Bank scallops, crispy pork belly, tomatoes & kale in white wine butter sauce
☘️ LET THERE BE NO RUSH PORK: 12-hour slow braised pork shoulder, champ mashed potato, sautéed cabbage with crispy bacon, carrot puree, apple cider jus
☘️ SHEPHERD’S TO DIE FOR PIE
Braised and pulled beef & lamb with root vegetables in a rich red wine jus with Irish peat smoked mashed potato
DESSERTS: 
☘️ GER’S BREAD AND BUTTER PUDDING: enough said! Just try it!
☘️ FLUFFY LEMON CLOUDS: Intense lemon curd tart with fluffy meringue
BRUNCH (SAT & SUN)
☘️ IT’S OK TO DROOL: Ger’s Bread & Butter pudding French toast style with vanilla mascarpone, mixed berries, hazelnut crunch, crispy maple glazed bacon
DRINKS:
☘️ THE LOST IRISH COFFEE 
☘️ ROSEMARY & MAPLE WHISKEY SOUR: Dickel 12 Tennessee Whisky, crushed rosemary, dark maple syrup, Fees foam, Lemon Sour
☘️ IRISH ESPRESSO MARTINI: Slane Irish Whiskey, J.F. Hadens espresso liqueur,
Guinness simple syrup, chilled espresso
☘️ 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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