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Grilled Peach Blueberry Four Cheese Summer Pizza

By Christina Thomas 23 Comments

Grilled Peach Blueberry Four Cheese Summer Pizza by GoEpicurista.com paired with CK Mondavi and Family Wines

Enjoy The Lazy Days of Summer with this savory Grilled Peach Blueberry Four Cheese Pizza Recipe and Wine Pairings

 

Pizza and Wine. Is there a better combination for dinner during the warm lazy days of Summer? It feels like a million degrees outside.  Fresh and light flavors are a must! Ripe peaches and blueberries make great summer desserts but I discovered they are just as fantastic in savory dishes. I was inspired by one of my favorite pizza joints in Orlando and its inventive chef to add them to my Summer pizza and the results were absolutely mouth-watering.

This Grilled Peach Blueberry Four Cheese Summer Pizza combines the sweetness of grilled ripe peaches, the sweet tart quality of blueberries, the salty and meaty flavors of Coppa ham and the rich and creaminess of ricotta, asiago, mozzarella and pecorino cheeses. Trust me, it may seem like a weird combination but the layers of flavors in this pizza can best be described as “a surprise party in your mouth!”  Serve with your favorite wine – it pairs nicely with light whites and reds – and turn your summer cookout into an epic pizza party!

This post is sponsored as part of my partnership with CK Mondavi and Family. I’m proud to be a CK Mondavi Ambassador as they are my go to wines for easy entertaining. As always, all opinions shared are my own. I hope this post inspires you to get together with family and friends, take that dream trip, celebrate life and go #MakeSomedayHappen one delicious bite, sip and trip at a time!

 

 

Travel Inspiration: Naples

True Neapolitan pizza with its signature chewy and blistered charred crust is my absolute favorite.

Here’s my confession: can you believe I went to Naples and didn’t eat pizza? I know! *deep sigh* I deserve to have my foodie travel card revoked.

In my defense, we were under a very tight schedule. Our Mediterranean cruise included a 10 hour stop in Naples which we took full advantage of with a private tour to Pompeii, Sorrento, the Amalfi Coast, driving through Positano, Amalfi and Ravello. It was nonstop action packed (including the drama of buses trying to make their away around the tight curves of the Amalfi coast highway!)

 

Grilled Peach Blueberry Four Cheese Summer Pizza by GoEpicurista.com paired with CK Mondavi and Family Wines

View of Naples

 

Our awesome tour guide Salvatore gave us a choice upon our return to the port of Naples. We could miss the cruise ship… and go have pizza… or get on the ship and continue on our voyage. Tough decision… In the end getting back on the ship was the sensible thing to do as I could still get fantastic Neapolitan style pizza back home at Pizza Bruno in the SoDo district of Orlando and at MidiCi Neapolitan Pizza Company in Kissimmee. Both fine choices that inspired this Grilled Peach Blueberry Four Cheese Summer Pizza.

Chef Bruno Zacchini of Pizza Bruno invents some of the most unusual flavorful combinations of pizza toppings I’ve ever had. His Peach and Speck Ham pizza hooked me on my first visit. “The Dude” pizza with fresh Mozzarella, Pecorino, Tallegio and lots of black pepper is made for cheese lovers and why I loaded this pizza with four cheeses. The “B&G” pizza during Sunday brunch was a big surprise. Everyone at the table looked at the blueberries with hesitation. The combo of fresh local blueberries and Guanciale – a type of Prosciutto – was inspired. Most of the times you hear about fruit on a pizza you expect a sweet dessert version. This savory, perfect mix of sweetness from the fruit, salty from the ham and richness from the cheese had us going for seconds.

 

Grilled Peach Blueberry Four Cheese Summer Pizza by GoEpicurista.com paired with CK Mondavi and Family Wines

Pizza Bruno Peach & Speck Pizza

 

My other favorite pizza spot closer to home is MidiCi – which means “you tell me” in Italian. There you get to create your own Neapolitan pizza from over 30 ingredients! It’s fun to get creative with all the possible combinations. Their aged Prosciutto di San Daniele added after the pizza is baked is a must! I almost added Prosciutto on top of this pizza but figured it would be too much. But don’t let me stop you. Go for it if you love Prosciutto. Guaranteed next level!

 

Grilled Peach Blueberry Four Cheese Summer Pizza by GoEpicurista.com paired with CK Mondavi and Family Wines

MidiCi Prosciutto Pizza

 

Although this Grilled Peach Blueberry Four Cheese Summer Pizza recipe turned out fantastic for Easy Entertaining at home, there’s no way I can even come close to these pizzas which inspired it. Go see and taste for yourself next time you’re in Orlando.

Eating authentic Neapolitan pizza in Naples is still on my foodie bucket list – i.e. my “someday list” – which means I have a big reason to plan a return trip. In the meantime, I can visit these fine pizzerias in my hometown or make an inspired version at home and fuel my foodie travel dreams.

I think this looks pretty good for my first attempt at a Neapolitan style pizza! Don’t you?

 

Grilled Peach Blueberry Four Cheese Summer Pizza by GoEpicurista.com paired with CK Mondavi and Family Wines

 

Let’s Talk About The Ingredients:

 

The Pizza Dough

I used store-bought pizza dough to save some time and keep it easy. You can certainly make your own if you have a great recipe. I learned to make sure you stretch the dough well and remove the air bubbles as my pizza kind of blew up in the oven!

The one step you don’t want to miss is brushing the dough with a mixture of olive oil, fresh diced garlic, oregano, and fresh rosemary. I could have eaten the crust on its own, it was that good!

 

Grilled Peach Blueberry Four Cheese Summer Pizza by GoEpicurista.com paired with CK Mondavi and Family Wines

 

 

The Peaches and Blueberries

Toss the peach slices with olive oil and place on a grill basket to give them that smoky char that normally comes from a 1,000 degree wood fired pizza oven like the ones used at Pizza Bruno and MidiCi.

 

Grilled Peach Blueberry Four Cheese Summer Pizza by GoEpicurista.com paired with CK Mondavi and Family Wines

Grilled Peach Blueberry Four Cheese Summer Pizza by GoEpicurista.com paired with CK Mondavi and Family Wines

 

I added the blueberries prior to baking but reserved the grilled peaches until after so they would maintain a bit of the fresh firm texture. If the peach is too ripe it will fall apart if you cook too long.

 

Grilled Peach Blueberry Four Cheese Summer Pizza by GoEpicurista.com paired with CK Mondavi and Family Wines

 

The Ham

Pizza Bruno used Speck Ham and Guanciale, an Italian cured pork cheek more delicate than pancetta but with a flavor more pronounced. These are not as easy to find in your regular grocery store so instead I used Coppa, a rustic dry cured pork shoulder mildly flavored with pepper, nutmeg and allspice. Prosciutto would work as well although its flavor tends to be milder.  Choose an aged version like Prosciutto di San Daniele.

 

Grilled Peach Blueberry Four Cheese Summer Pizza by GoEpicurista.com paired with CK Mondavi and Family Wines

Coppa Ham

The Cheeses

Fresh mozzarella, Asiago, Pecorino and Ricotta cheese make for a fun combination of textures and flavors. Adding the shaved Pecorino at the end, after baking, truly adds to those textures as otherwise all cheeses would melt together. If you prefer milder flavors omit the Asiago. Have fun adding other Italian cheeses. Gorgonzola is a fun one if you like stinky cheeses.

 

Grilled Peach Blueberry Four Cheese Summer Pizza by GoEpicurista.com paired with CK Mondavi and Family Wines

Fresh Mozzarella, Ricotta, Asiago and Pecorino Cheeses

 

Pizza and Wine Pairings

Pizza and wine is the classic combo Italians intended it to be! The best part of this recipe is that it pairs well with both white and red wines. Serve a selection of both and let your friends choose based on their preferences.

 

Grilled Peach Blueberry Four Cheese Summer Pizza by GoEpicurista.com paired with CK Mondavi and Family Wines

CK Mondavi and Family Pinot Grigio, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon perfect for Summer!

 

For white wine drinkers, the CK Mondavi and Family Pinot Grigio has aromas of wildflowers, peaches and pears and fresh tropical flavors with a touch of spice. It perfectly complements the grilled peaches and spices with a fresh crisp finish. Winemaker Charlie Gilmore blends the Pinot Grigio with 10% Chardonnay to give it a bit more body. This is easy drinking and refreshing especially during hotter months.

 

Grilled Peach Blueberry Four Cheese Summer Pizza by GoEpicurista.com paired with CK Mondavi and Family Wines

CK Mondavi and Family Pinot Grigio Peach and Blueberry Sangria

 

Garnish with frozen peach slices and blueberries to bring the pairing full circle. Gilmore agrees:

“CK Mondavi Pinot Grigio is one we’ve seen fun ideas… making wine cocktails, so easy, put a little summer fruit, add a little peach, it’s been fun to play with…”

 

For red wine drinkers, the CK Mondavi and Family Merlot was a lovely pairing. Silky and rich with aromas of plum, blackberry jam and dark chocolate, it complements the coppa ham and blueberries. This is not your typical Merlot as the winemaker blends a touch of Petite Sirah, Ruby Cabernet, Petit Verdot and Malbec to give it that richness.

If you prefer a Cabernet Sauvignon, the CK Mondavi and Family Cab is a crowd pleaser. It has a hint of oak with blackberry and cherry flavors which goes great with grilled dishes. If you go for more meaty flavors on your pizza, it will be perfect.

 

“In this world of the wine industry, where so often wine can be too serious and seem unapproachable, we’re here to be completely approachable. Something for you to enjoy, relax with and have a good time.”  says Gilmore.

 

This approachability is one of the reasons CK Mondavi and Family wines are my go-to wines for easy entertaining.  This time of year, all you want is to relax and not have to think too much about your menu or your wine pairings. Right? Check out the infographic “Wine Pairing Made Simple” and more Wine Pairing Tips from CK Mondavi

 

Grilled Peach Blueberry Four Cheese Summer Pizza by GoEpicurista.com paired with CK Mondavi and Family Wines

 

Watch this video and get to know CK Mondavi and Family’s winemaker Charlie Gilmore:

Meet the CK Mondavi and Family Winemaker from CK Mondavi and Family on Vimeo.

 

If you’re interested in learning more about CK Mondavi and Family, visit their website and follow them on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest and hashtags #CKMondaviWines #CKMondaviAmbassador and #CKMondaviPerfectPair. Check out the wine locator online to find CK Mondavi and Family wines in your area.

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Grilled Peach Blueberry Four Cheese Summer Pizza by GoEpicurista.com paired with CK Mondavi and Family Wines

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Grilled Peach Blueberry Four Cheese Summer Pizza Recipe

5 from 4 votes
Grilled Peach Blueberry Four Cheese Summer Pizza by GoEpicurista.com paired with CK Mondavi and Family Wines
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Grilled Peach Blueberry Four Cheese Pizza
Prep Time
30 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Resting Time
1 hr
Total Time
45 mins
 

The sweetness of the grilled peaches, the sweet tart blueberries, the creaminess and richness of four cheeses and coppa ham come together on this grilled pizza for an explosion of Summer flavors that can only be described as a surprise party in your mouth! Perfect with your favorite peach sangria, crisp white wine or fruit red wine on a hot day!  

Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Servings: 2
Author: Christina Thomas
Ingredients
Ingredients
  • 1 16 oz pizza dough, homemade or store bought
  • 4 Tbsp olive oil separated
  • 1 clove garlic finely grated or minced
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 3 oz Coppa Ham
  • 3 oz ricotta cheese
  • 4 oz fresh mozzarella thin sliced
  • 2 oz asiago cheese shredded (1/2 cup)
  • 2 oz Pecorino Cheese shaved
  • 1 fresh peach
  • 12 fresh blueberries
  • ¼ small red onion thin sliced
  • flour for dusting
  • 3 large fresh basil leaves cut in thin ribbons
  • ¼ tsp fresh rosemary fine chopped
  • ¼ tsp dried oregano
  • 1 pinch red chili flakes
Instructions
Instructions
  1. Place pizza stone resting in wire handle frame in lower rack of oven or on grill and preheat to 500 degrees F for 30 minutes. (If you use a baking sheet instead of pizza stone, preheat oven to 425 degrees F)
  2. Cut peach in half, core, then slice. Toss with a tablespoon of olive oil.
  3. Place peach slices on a greased grill or grill pan and grill for approximately two minutes on one side to get char marks. Remove from grill and set aside.
    Grilled Peach Blueberry Four Cheese Summer Pizza by GoEpicurista.com paired with CK Mondavi and Family Wines
  4. Place dough on a lightly floured surface and roll into a flattened 12” round. You may need to use your hands to gently pull dough to get the size desired.
  5. Dust pizza peel or another baking sheet with generous amount of flour and transfer pizza round.
  6. In a small bowl, stir together 3 tbsp olive oil, garlic, rosemary and oregano. Brush mixture over the top of the crust as evenly as possible including the edges. Season with sea salt and fresh cracked pepper.
    Grilled Peach Blueberry Four Cheese Summer Pizza by GoEpicurista.com paired with CK Mondavi and Family Wines
  7. Layer coppa ham over pizza dough in an even layer.

    Grilled Peach Blueberry Four Cheese Summer Pizza by GoEpicurista.com paired with CK Mondavi and Family Wines
  8. Drop small spoonfuls of ricotta over pizza, place mozzarella slices in between ricotta dollops and sprinkle all over with shredded Asiago.
    Grilled Peach Blueberry Four Cheese Summer Pizza by GoEpicurista.com paired with CK Mondavi and Family Wines
  9. Add blueberries and red onion slices to the top of the pizza.
    Grilled Peach Blueberry Four Cheese Summer Pizza by GoEpicurista.com paired with CK Mondavi and Family Wines
  10. Once oven is preheated, carefully slide pizza from the peel or baking sheet onto the pizza stone. Bake for 8 minutes on pizza stone at 500 degrees or if using a baking sheet at 425 for 15-20 minutes. Crust should be golden and cheese melted and bubbly. To remove the pizza, slide the peel under the pizza and pull the pizza out.

  11. Remove from oven and garnish with basil ribbons and whole basil leaves, fresh peaches, pinch of red pepper flakes and shaved Pecorino cheese.

  12. Slice, serve and enjoy!
    Grilled Peach Blueberry Four Cheese Summer Pizza by GoEpicurista.com paired with CK Mondavi and Family Wines
Recipe Notes

Note: You can adjust the quantities of your toppings to suit your tastes.

 

Grilled Peach Blueberry Four Cheese Summer Pizza by GoEpicurista.com paired with CK Mondavi and Family Wines

 

I hope you’re inspired to get friends together for a fun outdoor cookout and  try my Grilled Peach Blueberry Four Cheese Summer Pizza. If you do, please share your photos and tag @goepicurista #GoEpicRecipe on Instagram and Facebook.

It’s a thrill to hear your feedback and that I helped inspire you to celebrate and “Make Someday Happen” Please don’t be shy about leaving comments below.

Cheers!

 

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Disclosure: This post was written in partnership with CK Mondavi and Family. As always, all opinions are my own and I only partner with brands I love to inspire you to go #MakeSomedayHappen one delicious bite, sip and trip at a time. Thank you for supporting those who support my mission at GoEpicurista.com. For more about my guidelines, read my disclosure policy. Cheers!

 

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

Comments

  1. Betsy @ Desserts Required says

    07/22/2018 at 1:01 pm

    5 stars
    Your pizza looks AMAZING! Huge props to you. I love your wine choices, too. CK Mondavi and Family really do offer wonderful pairing possibilities.

    Reply
    • Christina Thomas says

      07/23/2018 at 10:08 pm

      Thank you so much! CK Mondavi wines are so easy to pair with food. This was one of my favorite combos yet!

      Reply
  2. Sri Mallya says

    07/20/2018 at 6:23 pm

    5 stars
    Very unique flavor combination. Pics are just gorgeous. Pinning it for later.

    Reply
    • Christina Thomas says

      07/21/2018 at 12:59 am

      Thank you so much! I hope you get a chance to enjoy it. Cheers!

      Reply
  3. Sheree says

    07/20/2018 at 2:33 pm

    This pizza looks so delicious, the perfect combination of sweet and savory!

    ~xo Sheree
    poshclassymom.com

    Reply
    • Christina Thomas says

      07/21/2018 at 1:00 am

      That combo of sweet and savory is what makes this such a surprise hit! Thanks so much for checking it out.

      Reply
  4. Jenni LeBaron says

    07/20/2018 at 11:53 am

    5 stars
    These sound fantastic! I love both blueberries and peaches and they are perfect on this pizza!

    Reply
    • Christina Thomas says

      07/21/2018 at 1:01 am

      Blueberries and peaches are so perfect! Thanks for checking out the recipe.

      Reply
  5. Sharon says

    07/20/2018 at 10:17 am

    5 stars
    I just want like 2 big slices of this beautiful pizza! The perfect pizza for summer.

    Reply
    • Christina Thomas says

      07/21/2018 at 1:19 am

      This pizza is great for sharing! Cheers!

      Reply
  6. Shelby says

    07/20/2018 at 8:28 am

    This looks incredibly delicious! Pizza crust is what I miss the most on Keto. Actually that’s probably the only thing I miss! Your post is awesome and so informative too!!

    Reply
    • Christina Thomas says

      07/21/2018 at 1:20 am

      I’ve heard so much great stuff about keto but I’m not sure I could give up pizza crust! Thanks so much for checking out the blog.

      Reply
  7. Marielle says

    07/20/2018 at 3:04 am

    All the pizza pictures are making me hungry… Looks so good though, and very unique since it’s not a flavor you see anywhere. I hope I can make it as pretty as you did haha

    Reply
    • Christina Thomas says

      07/21/2018 at 1:22 am

      This was the first time I made a pizza using fresh pizza dough and it turned out great. You can do it too! Thanks so much for checking out the recipe.

      Reply
  8. Luci says

    07/20/2018 at 12:34 am

    What a great combo of flavor. A sweet and salty tops on a pizza, great idea.

    Reply
    • Christina Thomas says

      07/21/2018 at 1:22 am

      Thank you! It’s a fun combination of flavors.

      Reply
  9. Cindy Ingalls says

    07/19/2018 at 10:30 pm

    This is genius. I can’t believe I’ve never thought to use peach in my pizza. It’s perfect for summer and would go great with my favorite rose’.

    Reply
  10. Tabitha Blue says

    07/19/2018 at 6:05 pm

    This looks like such a fabulous mix of savory and sweet… yum! Definitely adding it to our list to make!

    Reply
    • Christina Thomas says

      07/19/2018 at 6:07 pm

      Thank you for checking out the blog. I loved the combo of flavors. Hope you like it too! Cheers!

      Reply
    • Christina Thomas says

      07/21/2018 at 1:23 am

      Thank you! So happy you will try it. Hope you love it as much as i did!

      Reply
  11. Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

    07/19/2018 at 4:37 pm

    This looks amazing! I love the presentation! It’s so beautiful! I love the pairing as well!

    Reply
    • Christina Thomas says

      07/19/2018 at 6:12 pm

      Thank you! I can’t get enough of the Pinot Grigio with peaches and blueberries. Perfect hot weather sipper! Cheers!

      Reply
    • Christina Thomas says

      07/21/2018 at 2:48 am

      Thank you! The pairing was so good. Those wines are easy to drink.

      Reply

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☘️ 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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