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Grilled Peach Blueberry Four Cheese Summer Pizza

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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.

Share your favorite CK Mondavi and Family pairing on Instagram and Twitter using hashtag #PairNPost for a chance to win entertaining prizes in CK Mondavi and Family’s sweepstakes.

 

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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✨  We had our eyes opened to the harsh inequalities that exist and the importance of speaking out ⠀
✨  We appreciated quality experiences over quantity and became much more selective of where we went when we left the house⠀
✨  Staycations did wonders for our mental health. Thank you @wyndhamgrandorl and @waldorforlando for epic "getaways"! ⠀
✨  In the year of "Take Out" we were awed by epic "At Home Experiences" Thank you @newstandardwp & @tavernaopaorl (Read about them on GoEpicurista.com) ⠀
✨  We were inspired by the tenacity & creativity of small business owners, restaurateurs & food'preneurs who worked so hard to survive & thrive (so many to mention!)⠀
✨  We were encouraged for the future of our hospitality industry by new openings like Knife & Spoon @ritzcarltonorlando & revamps like Henry Moso's @kabooki_orlando 2.0 - The Most Epic Meals of 2020!⠀
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There were so many things on my “To Do List” that didn't get checked off. But for today, I'm choosing simply to be grateful for this moment. ⠀
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Wishing you loads of abundance & joy. Happy New Year 2021!⠀
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#MakeSomedayHappen
“No matter how hard the past, you can always beg “No matter how hard the past, you can always begin again.” — Buddha (hosted)

Hope for a better new year. Hope is all we can hang on to. That and a glass of champagne! 😉🥂

As I reflect back on this difficult year, there's still so much to be grateful for. I'm mostly grateful for the friendships that have sustained me and the continued partnerships with my favorite local businesses that have inspired me to keep GoEpicurista going. And, while we didn't travel or dine out much in 2020, we did manage to enjoy a few fabulous staycations and epic meals in Orlando that truly made our spirits bright. More than ever I appreciate now, it's about "Quality vs. Quantity."

Our dinners at Bull & Bear at @waldorforlando and La Luce at @bonnetcreek were epic! I'm still dreaming of that beef carpaccio and the pasta explosion and the perfectly cooked filet and.... all the perfectly paired wines. 

If you haven't dined at Bull & Bear and La Luce or if its been a while, add them to your list and make it a point to GO! 2021 needs all the goodness you can bring! 

Make any day a celebration. Seriously, life is too short. #MakeSomedayHappen

🎉 If you don't have plans for New Year's Eve, La Luce and Bull & Bear are serving fabulous multi course menus to help you say “Hello 2021” in style! 

👉🏼 Check out GoEpicurista.com for a full list of all the festive ways to celebrate in Orlando on 12/31.

#GoEpicOrlando #WAOFoodie #HBCFoodie #WaldorfOrlando #HiltonBonnetCreek
“The bad news is time flies. The good news is yo “The bad news is time flies. The good news is you’re the pilot. — Micheal Altshuler⠀
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Everyone’s asking “Are you ready for 2021?” And as much as I want to say YES and put this crazy year in the rear view mirror, I also have a long "To Do List" to get done before the year is over. 😩  Where does the time go? Am I the only one who feels like the days are just flying by? ⠀
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Speaking of blink and you miss it moments, I couldn’t believe when I heard @seitobp is celebrating their 20th Anniversary! It's one of my favorite sushi spots in town and I'm sad to say it's been a while since my last visit. This lobster claw sushi is a throwback of a most epic dinner there! ⠀
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If you haven't been to Seito in Baldwin Park, now's the time to visit or re-visit. They're celebrating with over $2K in giveaways! (Follow on social for details!) Plus featuring a fantastic special multi-course menu of old favorites and new flavors this week. ⠀
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Congratulations to Jason and Sue Chin, the talented "pilots" of the Good Salt Restaurant Group. They've filled Orlando's culinary scene with loads of flavor with Seito, @theospreyorlando and @reyesmezcaleria with a 4th restaurant @themonroeorlando coming to give more to look forward to in 2021! ⠀
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Cheers to local restaurants doing good! 🥂⠀
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#GoEpicOrlando #MakeSomedayHappen #SeitoBaldwinPark
“Hope smiles from the threshold of the year to c “Hope smiles from the threshold of the year to come, whispering, ‘It will be happier.'” — Alfred Lord Tennyson (hosted)⠀
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It’s the last Monday of 2020! 🎉 How about ushering 2021 with a little sweetness and lots of hope? These gorgeous @sweetbyholly mini cupcakes are the perfect treat for your NYE party safe at home. ⠀
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The New Year’s Eve 6 Pack is only $6, available for pick up on 12/30 & 12/31⠀
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👉🏼 Quantities are limited so it’s best to Pre-Order,  online or by phone.⠀
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Good Riddance 2020! Cheers to a happier and sweeter 2021! 🥂🧁⠀
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How are you celebrating this New Year’s Eve? Please stay safe & celebrate responsibly so we can all enjoy a happier 2021. 😷 ⠀
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#GOepicOrlando #MakeSomedayHappen #SweetByHolly #NewYearsEve
"I don't know if there'll be snow, but have a cup "I don't know if there'll be snow, but have a cup of cheer." 🎶 —Johnny Marks and Burl Ives⠀
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What festive cocktail will be in your cup of cheer this New Year’s Eve? ⠀
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I loved this gorgeous sangria at Capa in @fsorlando 🍹 The bartenders at the posh resort’s restaurants are some of the best in town, and a great place to welcome 2021, whether you’re craving a Spanish feast at  Capa with a fab Gin Tonic or sangria, Ravello’s Italian cuisine with a Lavender Sgroppino Prosecco cocktail or Cranberry Old Fashioned (recipes below!), Plancha’s mojitos, PB&G indulgent Chocolate Peppermint Martini, or The Lobby Bar’s “Be Gone 2020” - You know there’s plenty of cheer! ⠀
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👍🏼 Check out GoEpicurista.com for my fun festive and safe ways to celebrate New Year’s Eve in Orlando including Four Seasons Resort!⠀
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Here’s 2 fun cocktail recipes for a delightful Four Seasons Orlando experience at home.⠀
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1 oz “Cranberry Simple”: fresh cranberries, water, and sugar. Simmer one cup of cranberries with sugar (about ¼ cup or to preferred sweetness) and 2 cups of water in a pan on medium heat, and then reduce to low heat. Once cranberries are tender, strain out the cranberries, and the remainder serves as the cranberry simple syrup.⠀
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1 oz Bourbon⠀
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🍾 Lavender Sgroppino⠀
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3 oz Lemon Sorbet⠀
2 oz Prosecco⠀
.5 oz Lavender Infused Vodka⠀
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#GOepicOrlando #MakeSomedayHappen #FSConnectsAtHome #FSOrlando
"The party's on, the feeling's here that only come "The party's on, the feeling's here that only comes this time of year." —Paul McCartney⠀
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We're all anxiously looking forward for 2020 to end and a more hopeful 2021 to arrive.  Aren't we? How will you celebrate on New Year's Eve this year? ⠀
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I'm happy as long as I have a glass of bubbles in my hand. I plan to order takeout and welcome the new year in my PJs at home. The 2020 way! LOL! 🥂⠀
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👉🏼 Check out GoEpicurista.com for my extensive list of options for festive ways to celebrate New Year's Eve in Orlando - whether you're looking for a multi-course dinner prepared by a talented chef, a theme party, to be entertained at an outdoor concert, or like me, to order a holiday feast to go. ⠀
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One of my favorite restaurants in Orlando, @reelfishcoastal is bringing back their 1.5 lb Maine lobster special for only $39 in addition to their fantastic full menu including the best selection of fresh oysters in town to ring in the new year! Best part is you can order it all to go! ⠀
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Of course, if you choose to dine in, they’re following all safety protocols. ⠀
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Enjoy "GET REEL" Happy Hour from 4-7p, Bottomless Champagne for only $20.21 starting at 4pm, Live DJ from 7:30pm until late and complimentary champagne toast when the clock strikes 12midnight! Make reservations as space is limited. Call (407) 543-3474 or visit: ReelFishCoastal.com ⠀
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Cheers to 2021! We can't wait! ⠀
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#GoEpicOrlando #MakeSomedayHappen #ReelFishCoastal #NewYearsEve
“Will you please tell Santa that instead of pres “Will you please tell Santa that instead of presents this year, I just want my family back.” – Kevin, Home Alone ⠀
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Merry Christmas Everyone🎄 Kevin may have wanted a cheese pizza but he wanted his family more. I know the feeling. Today I got both!⠀
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There’s no better present than spending time with family, even if that means having a pizza party on Zoom. ⠀
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So many of us are missing our families this year and so we’ve gotten creative. We may have even started a new Xmas tradition. ⠀
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From Portland, Oregon to Orlando, Florida. Dominican Republic to Chicago. We all gathered on Zoom, made pizza, played trivia games, did a scavenger hunt and had an amazing time! ⠀
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For our pizzas, I used @bredinbk ready made crust and topped with roasted peppers, prosciutto, roasted garlic, arugula and my favorite, local Orlando made, family owned Dicuru @freshmozzarellausa. Vladimir and his nephew Jorge are the nicest guys and their Burrata and mozzarella is by far the best in town! ⠀
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👉🏼 Look for Dicuru in your grocery store or order direct from them. I love supporting family owned and run small businesses like them. ⠀
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The holidays are all about family. I’m grateful to be able to spend it with mine even if it’s virtually. While some are no longer with us, their memories will always remain in our hearts. ⠀
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Scroll to see my family Xmas pizza party. The best present was the last video. 💕 😊 🍕🎄⠀
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Merry Christmas! ⠀
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#GOepicOrlando #MakeSomedayHappen #DicuruMozzarella #ChristmasonZoom
“From what we get, we can make a living; what we “From what we get, we can make a living; what we give, however, makes a life.” - Arthur Ashe⠀
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Thank you for following my @GoEpicurista journey. I’m so grateful for each one of you who reads, comments and shares my posts. You inspire me! Together we #MakeSomedayHappen 💕 ⠀
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It’s Christmas Eve and I have some yummy cupcakes for YOU! ⠀
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But this isn’t your traditional #GIVEAWAY...⠀
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@sweetbyholly was so kind to give me gift certificates for their fab mini cupcakes and I would love to pay it forward and give them to YOU or anyone who needs a little cheer this time of year.⠀
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The holidays can be tough, this year more than ever. If you or someone you know needs some sweetness in their life, please leave a comment below. 😊⠀
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Maybe you know a front line health care worker, first responder, teacher or delivery driver, restaurant staff or anyone who’s had a really tough year. Tag them in the comments and let them know you care. ⠀
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I know these are just cupcakes. They won’t change the world. But I guarantee they will bring a smile to their face. Sometimes that can make a world of difference. 😄⠀
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This is not your typical GIVEAWAY. ⠀
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I’m not asking you to FOLLOW @GoEpicurista or @sweetbyholly or LIKE this post to win - although it would be nice 😊⠀
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👉🏼 Simply leave a comment & TAG the person you want to bring a little cheer to. ⠀
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👉🏼 Tag as many people as you want by leaving separate comments. ⠀
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👉🏼 The winner does have to live in Orlando area to pick up their cupcakes.⠀
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👍🏼 4 winners will be selected at random on 12/25 and each will receive (1) six pack of awesome mini cupcakes from Sweet By Holly. ⠀
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Winners will be notified by DM. This giveaway is in no way affiliated with Instagram. ⠀
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🧁 If you’re interested in bringing some cheer to your loved ones this season, pick up a HollyDay Dozen TODAY! Scroll to see how pretty!⠀
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#GoEpicOrlando #MakeSomedayHappen #SweetByHolly #merrychristmaseveryone🎄
“OK, what about the gift situation then? Because “OK, what about the gift situation then? Because everything on my list requires pre-order." — David Rose, #SchittsCreek⠀
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Looking for last minute local gift ideas for the #OrlandoFoodie in your life? ⠀
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Treat your friends and family to something they can look forward to using! You know they’ll love their favorite dish or cocktail at their favorite restaurant, like this festive “Christmas in Singapour” at @eathawkers. ⠀
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Restaurant gift cards always come in handy. And they help support our local restaurants, which need it more than ever. Plus they’re great for those of us who are last minute shoppers. 🙈⠀
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Many restaurants like Hawkers are offering bonuses! ⠀
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#Hawkerdays gift card promotion is going on now through 12/31. The more you spend, the more you receive! You get $5 bonus gift card for every $25 gift card purchased, and no one has to know if you keep the bonus! 😉 ⠀
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Have you finished your Xmas shopping?⠀
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Happy Holidays! 🎄 ⠀
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#GoEpicOrlando #MakeSomedayHappen #HolidayGifts #SaveRestaurants
“Like snowflakes, my Christmas memories gather a “Like snowflakes, my Christmas memories gather and dance — each beautiful, unique, and gone too soon.” —Deborah Whipp⠀
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This year has certainly made us cherish the memories of great times spent with loved ones sharing yummy food, laughing and living life. They are such fleeting moments, gone too soon. ⠀
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I'll tell you what else goes fast, and that's these gorgeous @dgdoughnuts 💕 ⠀
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I didn't know they were named the best donut in the State of Florida on Yelp but I can see why! ⠀
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They're so creative, made in small batch, hand rolled, hand cut and hand decorated daily with inventive flavors that change weekly. They sell out quickly so if there's a flavor you want, be sure to get there early or order ahead. Definitely a Must Eat!⠀
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These are "Fancy Pants" Donuts! ⠀
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And if you want a boozy treat to celebrate the season, check out the ones with a pipette shot! ⠀
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The "Coquito" filled with sweet coconut custard, topped with a pipette of @bacardi  limited edition Coquito cream rum and Jack Daniels Caramel Winter Apple filled with spiced apple filling topped with dulce de leche rosettes and a pipette of of @jackdaniels Winter Jack Tennessee Whiskey are sure to make a fun celebration! ⠀
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#SupportLocal #EatLocal this holiday season! Forget the calories. Indulge! It's 2020 after all! ⠀
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Thank you @bebefehr for sharing! #GoEpicOrlando #MakeSomedayHappen #dgdoughnuts
"The best time for ice cream is always." — Unkno "The best time for ice cream is always." — Unknown⠀
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Just because it’s the #wintersolstice doesn’t mean you can’t have ice cream! Do you like frozen treats even if it’s cold outside? I do! 🍦 Especially when it’s a festive cone like this one at @peterbrookewp in Winter Park. ⠀
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If you’re looking for some delicious gifts this holiday season, don’t forget to support our local small businesses. ⠀
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Peterbrooke has some amazing chocolate treats for everyone on your list and while you’re there you might as well treat yourself to some gelato too! ⠀
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#GOepicOrlando #MakeSomedayHappen #SupportLocal #SupportSmallBusinesses
“The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singi “The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear.” - Buddy The Elf (hosted)⠀
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Here’s my recipe for Christmas Cheer:⠀
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✅ Creative Holiday Cocktails⠀
✅ Yummy Asian Street Food⠀
✅ Fun Playlist to Jam, Dance & Sing!⠀
✅ Outdoor Patio for Comfortable Social Distancing⠀
✅ A great friend & business partner to share it with! ⠀
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Lisa @tastecooksip and I had a festive & productive work meeting at @eathawkers Mills location. Our first (masked) face to face meeting since the pandemic began in March! ⠀
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Thank goodness for Zoom but nothing beats face to face meetings to spark the creative juices! We have tons of fun stuff coming up for @figdigitalmedia including new ways to help our local small businesses get social media to work for them. ⠀
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We were totally jamming to the fun 90s playlist in their new outdoor patio. Maybe the new holiday cocktails had something to do with our festive mood? 😉⠀
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The OG Hawkers location now has a full bar and that’s reason to celebrate!⠀
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Check out these Holiday Cocktails, available until 12/31 at all locations:⠀
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🔥 “Get Toasted” - a rich mix of Coconut rum, house-made Vietnamese coffee liqueur, & Bailey's Irish cream. We played mixologist and added some Vietnamese Iced Coffee to it because, coffee!!! I love anything garnished with toasted marshmallows and a Pirouline cookie!! ⠀
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🎅 “Santa's Nightcap” with Spiced rum, house-made five-spice simple, amaretto, evaporated milk, and coconut was coconutty. The gingersnap cookies & crushed cookie rim, would make Santa 😊⠀
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🎄 We loved “Christmas in Singapour” made of @hendricksgin, house-made rosemary simple, cranberry, pomegranate & lime juice. It came in a holiday ornament atop chilled cranberries and fresh rosemary for a stunning presentation. ⠀
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🫖 The “Hotty Toddy Christmas” is perfect for the cool weather we’re having with Bulleit rye whiskey, Masala chai black tea & saké⠀
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We dined on our Hawkers favorites: Roti, Edamame with chili, Shrimp Papaya Salad & Crispy Tofu Bites. ⠀
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The outdoor patio with twinkling lights and a fun @mills50district inspired mural is perfect for safe dining.⠀
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Cheers to being able to safely enjoy the holidays!⠀
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#GOepicOrlando
“When the going gets tough, the tough make cooki “When the going gets tough, the tough make cookies.” - Erma Bombeck⠀
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It’s been a tough year to say the least so I skipped the baking and got these cookies at @ritzcarltonorlando instead! ⠀
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I absolutely loved their crinkle cookies and the cranberry chocolate bark, and who could resist a gingerbread man? ⠀
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They were some of the treats found along our festive lakeside walk at the beautiful resort. We paired with a glass of bubbles, Coquito and Hot Chocolate. Perfect! ⠀
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Is baking cookies part of your holiday traditions? What’s your favorite cookie? ⠀
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How are you celebrating the holidays this year? ⠀
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👉🏼 I published an update to my “Top Orlando Hotels for Christmas Dining” on GoEpicurista.com and the Grande Lakes Resort comprised of Ritz Carlton and @jwmorlando is one my must visit favorites this holiday season! ⠀
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Several resorts are offering to go options this year for those who wish to dine lavishly at home but skip all the work. Check out the Knife & Spoon To Go feast for 4-6. It’s impressive! ⠀
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Happy Holidays! ⠀
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#GOepicOrlando #MakeSomedayHappen #RCmemories #LoveOrlando #christmascookiesfordays
"Nobody's walking out on this fun, old-fashioned f "Nobody's walking out on this fun, old-fashioned family Christmas." — Clark Griswold, National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation⠀
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What’s your favorite holiday activity tradition?⠀
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I’ve been on a Xmas movie binge and never realized there were so many holiday movies out there! Scroll Netflix, Prime, and let’s not forget ALL the Hallmark Channel lineup and there’s every predictable holiday love story. It’s hilarious! I think I’ll stick to comedies like Christmas Vacation, Home Alone, and Elf and The Holiday & Love Actually for rom-coms. Of course I always watch White Christmas. It’s a classic! What are your favorites? ⠀
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Speaking of favorite holiday traditions, let’s talk about chocolate treats! ⠀
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One of my favorite local chocolate shops @peterbrookewp has everything you can dream of covered in chocolate. Popcorn, pretzels and Oreo cookies are my go to’s. They make great gifts for the chocolate lovers in your life. (Hint Hint 😉)⠀
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And if you’re looking for a fun activity the whole family will enjoy, pre-order a Chocolate House Decorating Kit. It comes with everything you need to make the most adorable - and delicious - chocolate house! ⠀
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Check out their IG and website for details. They offer curbside pickup, delivery and shipping too! ⠀
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Make the holidays as delicious as can be this year! God knows we all deserve it! ⠀
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#GOepicOrlando #MakeSomedayHappen #PeterbrookeWP #nationalchocolatecoveredanythingday
"We elves try to stick to the four main food group "We elves try to stick to the four main food groups: candy, candy canes, candy corns, and syrup.” — Buddy the Elf (hosted)⠀
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I’ve been on a sugar high lately! Tis The Season, Right? But no complaints here! ⠀
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I got to check out the @sweetbyholly Christmas Collection of Mini Cupcakes and all I can say is “Sweet Golly Miss Holly”, Hollis Wilder, 3x @foodnetwork Cupcake Wars Champion, really outdid herself this year. ⠀
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Her and her team created the most gorgeous and scrumptious flavors. The cupcakes are super moist and fluffy, made with high quality ingredients like Valrhona chocolate and Madagascar Bourbon vanilla and there’s always a little surprise filling inside! ⠀
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#ShopLocal this season. The Hollyday Dozen is $25 and makes a perfect gift for your family and friends with a sweet tooth. ⠀
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2020 Hollyday Collection Flavors:⠀
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🧁 Birthday Cake⠀
🧁 Dirt (weird name, great flavor!) ⠀
🧁 Chocolate Mousse⠀
🧁 Peppermint Red Velvet ⠀
🧁 Hot Cocoa ⠀
🧁 Ginger Bread⠀
🧁 Banana Pudding ⠀
🧁 Cinna Bun⠀
🧁 White Raspberry⠀
🧁 Salted Caramel ⠀
🧁 White Chocolate Mocha⠀
🧁 Sugar Cookie ⠀
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👉🏼 Order online at at sweetByHolly.com. Available for pick up or delivery through 12/24. Closed Xmas Day.⠀
👉🏼 Check out their Instagram giveaways and sign up for their Sweet Club for 2 free cupcakes! ⠀
🍦 Kids get a FREE ice cream all month! CHILLINPEACE premium Italian imported ice cream in 8 delicious flavors with fun toppings and drizzles.⠀
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We all need a little sweetness in our lives, especially this year!⠀
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Today is #NationalCupcakeDay 🎉 Did you know one of the first recipes for a cupcake can be traced back to 1796!? ⠀
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Are you a cupcake fan? What flavor would you choose first? ⠀
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#GOepicOrlando #MakeSomedayHappen #SweetByHolly #HolidayTreats #MiniCupcakes
"He didn't give me flowers or candy. He gave me th "He didn't give me flowers or candy. He gave me the moon and the stars. Infinity." - Jenny Han (hosted)⠀
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A box of drool-worthy donuts is so much better than flowers! It's Heavenly!⠀
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Miami's famous donut shop @thesaltydonut is finally OPENING IN ORLANDO Audubon Park on Friday 12/18 and I got a sneak peek!!! ⠀
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👉🏼 Follow them on IG to get your own FREE Pre-Opening Lotto Pack of 6 Donuts! Winners chosen each day, 12/14 - 12/17!⠀
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Don't judge me for being the one who cuts out a piece out of every donut in the box! I had to try them ALL. And...They ARE worth the hype!⠀
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Here's the 6 flavors I sampled, available year-round in Orlando:⠀
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🍩 Traditional Glazed⁣: This donut shop is known for their 24hr brioche donuts with vanilla bean glaze! YUM! Pure goodness! ⠀
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🍩 Chocolate Cookie Crunch⁣: 24hr brioche, topped with Valrhona cocoa glaze & crushed homemade vanilla & chocolate cookies. For Chocolate Lovers! ⠀
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🍩 Brown Sugar + Salt Cake⁣: vanilla bean cake donut, brown butter glaze & maldon salt. This is where the SALTY comes in and it's so good! ⠀
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🍩 Maple + Bacon⁣: You've had maple bacon donuts before but this 24 hr brioche donut is topped with a porter reduction drizzle in addition to pure maple syrup glaze and candied bacon. YOWZA!⠀
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🍩 Toasted Coquito : 24hr brioche soaked in homemade coquito, bottom crusted with Valrhona Carmelia chocolate & finished with torched cinnamon infused meringue. PURE HEAVEN! Tied for my favorite with the Guava + Cheese.⠀
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🍩 Guava + Cheese: Miami knows pastelitos! This 24hr brioche is filled with swirled guava and cheese, topped with cream cheese glaze and pastelito pastries! AY DIOS MIO! OMG! ⠀
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⁣Which one do you want? Or would you try them all like I did! ⠀
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Welcome to the neighborhood The Salty Donut. Thank you for the treats! I'll be back soon for coffee and donuts! ⠀
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#GoEpicOrlando #MakeSomedayHappen #thesaltydonut #sweettooth
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