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The Travel Bloggers Influencers Network #TBIN

Travel Bloggers Influencers Network TBIN

Christina is part of the administration team of Travel Bloggers Influencer Network (#TBIN), a select group of 60+ travel writers, bloggers and photographers. TBIN members have an impressive 6.5+ million social media followers. On Twitter alone, the group’s collective exponential influence is 30+ million potential impacts, and 3+ million potential reach per week.

When you partner with Go Epicurista on campaigns and assignments to promote your brand, your message is shared not only with our own combined organic following of 23K+ on all major social media platforms, but exponentially with the sharing of your content through the social media of our influencer colleagues. Search for us on social media using our hashtag #TBIN!

Contact Christina at Go Epicurista for details on how we can promote your brand.

TBINChat Twitter Travel Chat is a fantastic venue for promoting your brand. Email for information on how your brand or travel company can become a TBINChat sponsor.

Click here to view some samples of member’s work on the TBIN Facebook page.

Meet Our Fellow TBIN Influencers!

Backroad Planet Howard and Jerry enjoy scouting off-the-beaten path destinations around the world and engaging with their social media audience of 100K+. Their many brand partnerships have led them on roadtrips with Visit Florida and Ford, campaigns with Megabus and Auto Europe, and continued sailings with Viking Cruises. Howard is TBIN’s founder and a lead administrator.

WAVEJourney.com Viv and Jill are the co-founders and editors of WAVEJourney.com – Women’s Adventures, Vacations & Experiences ~ Your Journey Starts Here! – which was established in 2005. With a social media following of 50K+, their main areas of focus include river and ocean cruising, sailing and boating, luxury beach resorts, gourmet dining, cooking trips, wine, beer and spirit experiences, cycling and soft-adventures in the great outdoors.

Go Epicurista Christina is a hospitality consultant and freelance food writer on a mission to #MakeSomedayHappen one delicious bite, sip and trip at a time. She celebrates great food and wine experiences everywhere she goes, especially in her hometown of Orlando FL, inspiring her social media audience of 30K+ to GO visit new restaurants, experience unique foodie events, take their dream trip and do all the things on their “someday list”. Celebrate life with friends!

One Road at a Time Abi and Patti, a husband and wife team, have been traveling through life together for 40 years and they launched One Road at a Time to share their travels and to encourage others to redefine retirement. With a social media audience of 12K+, they have worked with brands including Eurail, The Library Hotel Collection and ActiveTours; and their blog offers readers a variety of content including classic road trips, adventures abroad, hospitality, and the latest trends in retirement.

Life is Full of Adventures Rossana is a Canadian gluten free traveller who loves to explore and discover new adventures in travel and food, with family, and as a solo traveler. Rossana has a combined social media reach of 32K+.

Our Family Travel Adventures Jennifer and Rich have been traveling the world with their 3 boys since 2013. They are always in search of the best destinations and resorts for families. Their blog launched in January 2016 and they have a social media audience of 40K+.

Travel Inspired Living Tonya’s passion is to persuade her social media audience of 50k+ to travel, by sharing interesting destinations within the U.S., while encouraging them to relive those experiences at home through travel inspired recipes and décor. She is the author of “Secret Cleveland: A Guide to the Weird, Wonderful and Obscure”, a conference speaker, and a Dollywood Insider.

NomadWomen Donna shares travel inspiration from all around the world with older women travelers. Through Nomad Women and her social media audience of 78K+, she aims to inspire mature women, baby boomers and beyond, to get up, get out, and see the world. She has partnered with Visit Tualatin Valley, Travel Portland, Outer Banks NC, Discover Catalunya and others.

In The Loop Travel John is an expert on adventure, fitness and cruise travel. John has been on more than 50 cruises, from the rivers to oceans and explored more than 40 countries during his journeys, bringing a fun perspective to his reviews, guides and travel tips in an effort to help his engaged social media audience of 27K+ to travel happy, travel fit and travel often.

2foodtrippers: Daryl and Mindi are on year two of a one year trip around the world. They love sharing their culinary travels with their social media audience of 75k+, while collaborating with a range of partners including Auto Europe, Expedia, Lonely Planet, Costa Brava Tourism, Visit Helsinki and the Stellenbosh Wine Route.

SkimbacoLifestyle Katja’s mission, and that of her family, is to inspire living life to the fullest. Her website offers global lifestyle choices with emphasis on travel, food, wellness and raising global citizens. Katja is also the founder of #IGtravelThursday. Skimbaco has a social media audience of 500K+.

Wherever I May Roam Blog Melody and Taylor, a mother and daughter team, are multi-generational luxury travel, culture, and food bloggers who love to indulge with a side of smart spending. They are cruise, theme park, festival, and unique activities experts and enthusiasts who live in Florida, Panama, Mississippi, and West Virginia, and together they have a social media audience of 70K+.

Arnie and Jo Are on the Go! Arnie and Jo are husband and wife boomers based in Washington State who, by sharing trip information, helpful relevant product reviews, and personal travel experiences, hope to influence their social media audience of 9K+ to get off of the couch and enjoy adventurous travel as well. Their brand partnerships include AutoEurope, Visit York, Visit Scotland, and Visit Wales.

Sand and Snow…and everywhere in between! Karyn and Steven and “the kid” love searching for the best road trip tales, activities, food and drink hot spots, tech talk, hotels and Disney. Everywhere they go they fall in love with each new place they visit while sharing the highlights with their social media audience of 34K+.

Wyld Family Travel Mark, Bec, Willow and Marley travel both locally in Australia and internationally to bring their social media audience of 60K+ all the best in affordable family travel destinations, attractions and accommodations. In a world with increasingly less family time available we believe travelling with our kids can only make us a close knit family, while making our kids more balanced and accepting children, by exposing them to different cultures and nationalities along the way.

Wandering Wagars Christina and Kevin are working parents who travel the world with their children exploring cultures, adventures, and world learning along the way, while sharing their experiences with their social media audience of 28K+. They have worked with companies such as American Express, Expedia, and Matador.

Globetotting Katja and her family have trekked in the Nepalese Himalayas, been covered in paint during the Indian festival of Holi, discovered the ancient Mayan kingdom of Tikal and more, sharing their experiences with an engaged social media audience of 34K+. Katja’s belief that you can – and should – take your kids everywhere has led to brand partnerships with Tech 21, Berghaus, AutoEurope, and Tourism Quebec.

Travel Passionate Chrissy is a travel professional who loves to write about luxury travel in Europe both in English and French. She loves to explore the local culture and gastronomy of the places she visits and shares the experiences with her social media audience of 55K+.

Travel To Recovery Jenni went through a life-threatening illness that made her realize how short life can be. She shares tips, information, and recommendations from her travel experiences, while highlighting disability travel, with her social media audience of 39K+ and has partnered with brands such as P&O Cruises,Turismo De Castellon and Visit York.

SavoirThere Jaillan is a British travel writer, magazine editor and blogger specialising in discerning, stylish and boutique travel experiences. A highly experienced media industry professional with a longstanding career in travel PR, marketing and print journalism, she has a combined social media audience of 10K+.

Dish Our Town Andrew, Brenda, and Bailey are a family from NYC, who write family travel and food stories, one dish at a time. They have a combined social media audience of 45K+ and have partnered with many brands such as Mazda USA, Tourism Umbria, The Peninsula Hotels, CK Mondavi and Family Wines, Auto Europe, Tourism Malaysia, Happy Socks, Context Travel, City Wonders and The Dorsett Hotel Group.

Little Things Travel Marissa strongly believes in the little things in life and that travel can be a driver for positive change in big and little ways. The resources, guides, and stories she writes are geared toward showing her social media community of 27K+ how to overcome obstacles in travel and how to always be a responsible traveler.

A Brit and A Southerner Chris and Heather enjoy ‘Exploring the World One Weekend at a Time’ as they combine their love of travel with their full-time jobs while inspiring their combined social media audience of 90K+ to travel the world. As brand ambassadors for Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, Alabama, they have also had successful partnerships with global brands such as Hilton, Europcar and many others.

MomsGoodEats Dana’s site is based on savoring bites of food, travel, and life done well with a social media audience of 51K+ true consumers. Dana is a also Luxe TravelingMom on TravelingMom (2 million eyes) along with her business partner Sherry, and the focus on all three sites is traveling as a local with luxury and taking full advantage of once-in-a-lifetime experiences wherever they are.

Mapping Megan Megan is an Australian Journalist who runs an award-winning travel blog, with a social media audience of 170K+, dedicated to covering the best in adventure travel, as well as a niche ecotourism site, “Waking Up Wild.” Her mission is to inspire others to embark on their own worldwide adventure and provide the knowledge and tools required for anyone who wishes to create a location independent career through digital media.

The Savvy Globetrotter Patti is an avid traveler who has traveled to over 40 countries and all 7 continents. She has a combined social media audience of 13K+ and she focuses on how to travel smart, providing tips and tricks on everything from packing, travel hacking and traveling on a budget.

The Travelling Lindfields Lyn and David are husband and wife baby boomers whose travel blog, aimed at the luxury end of the market, is entering its sixth year. They have a social media audience of 30K+ followers who value their honest reviews of attractions, destinations and accommodations.

Oh darling, let’s be adventurers Helena is a storyteller with her photography and no matter where the destination is, you can be sure she will take her social media audience of 23K+ on a journey they won’t forget. She’s been a part of successful campaigns with Germany Tourism and Enjoy Latvia, created content for Auto Europe & Singapore Airlines and last but not least – her photographs have been featured in The Guardian UK.

Beloved Atmosphere Amy and her team of contributors share dynamic travel experiences through a unique lens focusing on tasty food, vibrant cultures, and artisanal treasures across the globe. Memorable images coupled with captivating stories inspire their social media audience of 20K+ to stretch their horizons and explore the positive experiences the world has to offer.

Frugal first class travel Jo wasn’t always the Chief Frugalista. Now she travels to Europe annually in first class, with the tiniest suitcase imaginable, and loves to show her savvy social media audience of 70K+, exactly how she does it, as well as sharing interesting and unexpected European experiences that demonstrate you don’t need to spend a fortune to have a first class time.

Justin Plus Lauren Justin and Lauren are a Canadian couple who love urban and outdoor adventures, discovering wildlife kindly and responsibly, finding the best vegan food, and uncovering the history and natural beauty of the planet. Justin Plus Lauren has a social media audience of 108K+.

Passports from the Heart Amelia is passionate about sharing her love of travel and philanthropy with her social media audience of 65K+. She hopes to encourage individuals and families to not only travel, but to immerse themselves in the cultures of the places they visit and to open their arms to the communities by making a lasting impact while there.

The Working Mom’s Travels Francesca is a Chicago-based travel blogger and mom of two who aims to show working parents they can still enjoy what they fancy in life even after having kids. Francesca, whose interests include travel, live music, craft beer and bourbon, has an organic social media audience of 26K+, and is a member of the International Food, Wine, and Travel Writers Association.

The Daily Adventures of Me Jamie’s goal is to savor the adventure in each day, place and taste, which she does while being a mom of three boys, running a dental practice and sharing her experiences with you. She has a combined social media reach of 36K+.​

No Back Home Karilyn, a family travel blogger based in Los Angeles, enjoys exploring at home in Southern California and around the world with her seven-year-old in tow. From outdoor adventures to cultural experiences, Karilyn and her son love experiencing everything destinations have to offer, while also inspiring their social media audience of 71K+ to get out and explore more with their kids!

Travel Photo Discovery Noel, a writer and photographer based in San Francisco and Hawaii, covers different topics ranging from adventure and recreation, food and wine, luxury, culture and lifestyle. While exploring new and unusual places around the world, and sharing camera tips and techniques, Noel shares the experiences with his social media audience of 77K+.

Learning Escapes Marta is an Italian expat based in Ireland, with a combined social media audience of 40K+, and she has a passion for cultural travel, coffee, and family holidays. Her family travel blog aims to inspire families to travel with kids of all ages in a culturally significant and meaningful way.

NomadicChica Gloria is a Chilean traveler who has been exploring the world for more than 15 years, focusing on travel photography, solo travel and exclusive experiences which she shares with her social media audience of 41K+. Her work has led to brand partnerships in Asia, Europe and South America with hotels, tourism companies and Latam Airlines.

Mum on the Move Marianne travels the world with her two young kids in tow, checking out fun and adventurous destination activities and checking into luxury hotels and resorts along the way. With an engaged social media audience of 24K+, Marianne has collaborated with many luxury hotel brands and tour companies.

Just Go Places Shobha is an American expat living in London and along with her family she is interested in luxury, cultural and family travel. Just Go Places has a combined social media reach of 52K+.

The Go Fever Catherine, a part-time traveler looking to maximize her vacation days, thrives on extraordinary experiences in exotic destinations all around the globe. She looks to inspire others to do the same through destination guides, storytelling and photo journals, which she shares with her combined social media audience of 7.5K+.

One Tiny Leap Maria writes a UK-based family travel blog, created to inspire families to get the confidence to travel and explore with their children. One Tiny Leap has an engaged social media audience of 30K+.

Circus Living Cat and her rambunctious family of five are the team at Circus Living which features travel entries, artist interviews, and product/toy reviews oriented toward paranormal and fantastical themes, as well as posts on Montreal-based (their current hometown) attractions and events. Circus Living is a relatively new blog and has a combined social media audience of 15K+.

London-Unattached Fiona is a travel and London lifestyle blogger for Generation X metropolitan singles, with a love for all that London has to offer, and is complemented by travel in Europe and around the world. With a social media audience of 320K+, Fiona and her team enjoy partnering with major brands like Seabourn and Emirates, with hotels in the UK and Europe, and with tourist boards including Portugal, Singapore and the Czech Republic.

Traveling Thru History Erin is a history lover and former expat who has been traveling through Asia and Europe since 2012. She shares travel tips, destination guides, cultural information, personal experiences, and in-depth historic information about UNESCO World Heritage sites, ancient ruins, historic villages, and various other destinations with her social media audience of 4K+.

Trucosviajeros Leticia is a bilingual travel blogger based in Spain who likes to go off-the-beaten path, discovering new destinations and finding new ways to explore the more traditional ones. Winner of the #KayakHacksIceland challenge, she connects with her social media audience of 8K+ in Spain and Latin America. You will also find her at @Travellto5.

Every Road a Story Terri and Vanessa have traveled extensively making memories and mistakes along the way, to keep their social media audience of 11K+ entertained. From Belize to Germany to destinations all over the USA, they’ve road-tripped their way into all sorts of mischief including tagging crocodiles and hanging out in all-nude spas in Baden Baden–I told you there were mistakes!

Food Travelist Sue and Diana are certified culinary travel professionals who serve as ambassadors for the global culinary tourism industry helping brands, destinations and marketers connect with active food and travel consumers. With a combined social media reach of 33K+ they work with such diverse interests as Nevis Tourism Authority, Turkish Airlines, Hong Kong Tourism, Hamilton Beach, Viking River Cruises, Atout France, Allianz Travel USA, AARP, Renaissance Hotels, Visit Milwaukee, Texas de Brazil, Brownie Brittle, Yellowstone Country and many others.

MakeTimeToSeeTheWorld Vicki offers tips to those who work a regular 9-5 and want to know how to make the most of their vacation days. With an engaged social media audience of 95K+ Vicki is the editor-in-chief of the site which is packed with destination guides, itineraries and travel tips from countries on 6 continents to help those, with limited vacation time, enjoy the best travel experiences – wherever they would like to go and on whatever budget suits them.

AGreekAdventure Chris and Mary are world travelers participating in outdoor and adventure activities in Greece and worldwide. They have traveled to more than 33 countries and they share their insights for activities and sightseeing with their social media audience of 32K+.

Cosmos Mariners: Destination Unknown Natalie, a former college literature professor has made it her mission, along with her husband and two kids, to seek out the nerdier side of family travel. Her travel blog, which has a social media audience of 47K+, focuses on the history, literature, arts, and culture of the places she and her family visit in an effort to make learning fun for every traveler.

The Vicki Winters Show Vicki is a food/travel/video blogger with ADHD who self-proclaims, “I’m all over the place.” She’s here to make you, and her combined social media audience of 35K+, laugh, not for the boring facts, but because she just doesn’t remember them.

RoarLoud Cathy and Frank find adventure everywhere. With a love of the outdoors and a desire to explore the world, an ever curious spirit leads them to try everything from backpacking, to eco-friendly travel, to ultimate luxury travel; and always with a love to share lesser known destinations and hidden gems with their social media audience of 40K+.

TravelPast50 Kris and Tom, are award-winning nomadic travelers since 2010, who share their personal travel stories and professional photography with their social media audience of 65K​+, as well as regular contributors to a half dozen travel blogs, periodicals, and radio shows. Specializing in travel for the 50+ crowd, Travel Past 50 is focused on active travel, history, culture, as well as nature and wildlife, and, naturally, food and drink.

Kids Are A Trip Kirsten travels the world with her family and enjoys sharing their adventures with their social media audience of 88K+. She is a Travelocity ambassador and has worked on several successful campaigns with Adventures by Disney, the German National Tourism Board, Chevy, and Loew’s Hotels.

Traveling with MJ Mary Jo and Tony share value luxury destinations and experiences with their social media audience of 100k+. Brand partnerships include repeated campaigns with Viking Cruises and JNTO, ambassador programs with Universal Orlando Resorts and ANA, as well as numerous ongoing relationships with PR agencies. Mary Jo speaks internationally on travel-related topics.​

FirstRead.Me Melinda and Gary – a writer and photographer team – have been documenting their travels for more than 30 years, authoring 4 guidebooks for FalconGuides, freelancing for national print and online publications, as well as using their blog to encourage people to go more, experience more, and enjoy more. They have a combined social media reach of 85K+.​

Luxury Columnist Suze and Paul share their love of photography and travel with their combined social media audience of 300K+. From dog sledding in Scotland to zipwiring in Jamaica, they’re forever seeking out new hidden gems and unique experiences worldwide.

Danahfreeman Dana is a travel enthusiast from Vermont who specializes in luxury, cruise, culinary and adventure travel. She provides unique destination information, reviews, and travel tips to her engaged social media audience of 25k+. She is a board member of the International Food Wine Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA).

Adventure Mom Nedra’s passion is to live life to the fullest by trying new experiences and encouraging others to do the same by sharing adventures to try solo, with friends, family or on a date to her social media audience of 96K+. She loves photography, street art, the outdoors, thrill rides, architecture and great food and believes that what you look for, you will find and that every destination has interesting people to meet and hidden gems to discover that you can’t replicate anywhere else.

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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! Find out more...

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“Age is not important unless you're a cheese.” “Age is not important unless you're a cheese.” - Helen Hayes  I'm sharing my favorites during my birthday month and since it's  #NationalGrilledCheeseDay, it doesn't get any better than enjoying an epic grilled cheese sandwich and a glass of bubbles from @lafemmedufromage in the courtyard of @eastendmkt  My favorite cheese shop in Orlando makes fantastic Grilled Cheese sandwiches. They’ve been named Thr Best Grilled Cheese spot in Florida by @usatoday 👏🏼 Check out their Grilled Cheese Happy Hour on Fridays and Grilled Cheese pairings.  👉🏼 Today only, they're featuring a Grilled Cheese Flight with three grilled cheeses & craft beer pairings: Mac Grilled Cheese, Jam-Packed Grilled Cheese, & Dirty Elvis Grilled Cheese for only $15.  I love the classic "Le Grande Fromage Grilled Cheese" made with 3 Cheese house blend of cheddar, havarti, and gruyere, with Prosciutto, tomato & basil, on Italian bread slathered with the most fantastic garlic butter.  Add a House Side Salad if you wish to balance out the richness. The house dressing is delightful. But don't miss adding a glass of Blanc de Blanc bubbles to pair with it, because life is better with bubbles. 🥂 🧀 🍞  #GoEpicOrlando #MakeSomedayHappen #LaFemmeduFromage #GrilledCheeseDay
“So we came to the Ritz hotel and the Ritz Hotel “So we came to the Ritz hotel and the Ritz Hotel was divine. Because when a girl can sit in a delightful bar and have delicious champagne cocktails and look at all the important French people in Paris, I think it is divine.” - Anita Loos, (hosted)
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Cheers to the weekend! Cheers to expertly “Curated Weekends” at @ritzcarltonorlando ⠀
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I wasn’t in Paris but it was still divine to sit at the gorgeous bar of Knife & Spoon and learn “Master Mixology” from a trio of talented ladies. ⠀
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This was one of four curated experiences on the program we could choose from, and I could not resist the opportunity to see these ladies in action behind the bar. ⠀
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We learned how to make three classic cocktails:  Champagne Cocktail, Old Fashioned and Margarita. One layered, one stirred and one shaken. All perfectly balanced and so enjoyable to drink. ⠀
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Named Best New Restaurant in Orlando,  undoubtedly for the cuisine of celebrated @ChefJohnTesar and his outstanding 45-250 day aged beef, and the expert execution by Chef de Cuisine @chefgerald_ - both were Top Chef contestants! However Knife & Spoon’s bar program is equally exciting and worthy of attention thanks to Bar Chef Brenda Solero, who is tasked with creating all the mixers and bitters used in all craft cocktails mixologists Alexa Delgado and Anna McElroy expertly create. ⠀
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👉🏼 “Curated Weekends” returns to Grand Lakes Resort on April 23-25 with a variety of ticket options ranging from half day, full day or entire weekend. “Master Mixology” is on Saturday’s program and you don’t want to miss it.⠀
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This is a one of a kind experience for everyone who is craving a return to extravagant celebrations of great food and wine in a safe environment. ⠀
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#MakeSomedayHappen #GoEpicOrlando #RCMemories
“When love and skill work together, expect a mas “When love and skill work together, expect a masterpiece.” - John Ruskin⠀
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Orlando’s culinary scene is filled with an exciting mix of passionate, talented and ultra creative individuals. When they come together in creative collaboration, it’s like lightning in a bottle!⠀
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For #407Day two of my favorite local culinary stars joined forces to create a delicious masterpiece: 
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Steve Lewis’ exclusive offering this month at @gideonsbakehouse is Stuart’s Cookie, an orange pecan chocolate chip confection that celebrates the flavors of Florida. Fusing orange flavors with their vanilla bean cookie dough, bakers add dark chocolate, crunchy pecan pralines and candied orange peel for the layers of decadent flavors fans fervently wait in line for hours to enjoy. Pure YUM!⠀
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Kelly Seidl of @kellyshomemadeicecream usually only offers her ice cream homage to Florida - “Alligator Tracks” once a year but decided to bring it back just for #407Day to create this amazing Florida duo atop Gideon’s cookie! The orange zest ice cream with toasted almonds and dark chocolate chunks was so good I got extra to go!⠀
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Each on their own are a masterpiece. Together they are as magical as The City Beautiful. ⠀
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Steve and Kelly collaborate often for limited one day only releases. Follow them on social media to be in the know! ⠀
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🍪 Stuart’s Cookie is available all month at both Gideon’s locations: @eastendmkt and @disneysprings⠀
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🍦Kelly’s Homemade is offering 5 special ice cream flavors this month at all locations and they are worth the visit: Chocolate Heath & Caramel, Cherry Vanilla, Rice Krispie Cream, Nutella Swirl and Cereal Milk. ⠀
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#SupportLocal today and every day!⠀
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#GOepicOrlando #MakeSomedayHappen #LoveOrlando
"The real voyage of discovery consists not in seek "The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new landscapes, but in having new eyes." - Marcel Proust (hosted)⠀
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It's #407Day and #NationalBeerDay - It's time to celebrate and show support to our local restaurants and brewpubs! ⠀
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This past year we've been forced to look at things with new eyes and get creative. In the absence of travel, we've become tourists in our own hometown and we're so lucky we have so much to explore here in Orlando and Central Florida. ⠀
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Did you know we have over 6,000 restaurants, which make up 84% of the vital hospitality industry in Central Florida?⠀
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One of my favorite areas to spend a day #Sanfording is @historicdowntownsanford, with its charming restaurants, bars, craft breweries, and artisanal shops. ⠀
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While I'm not a big beer drinker, I am a big fan of desserts and supporting our local craft beer scene, so imagine my surprise and delight when I tried the "Birra-misu" at @sanfordbrewing ⠀
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The popular brewpub's inventive twist on the classic Italian tiramisu is made with ladyfingers soaked in their Killa Vanilla Porter. It’s airy and light, and not too sweet. Perfectly paired with the fragrant porter. Alternating bites and sips was a party in my mouth experience! The only thing better in this lively spot is the Southern hospitality of everyone on staff. Grab a table in their patio and enjoy, then fill a growler of your favorite to take home.
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407 Day - inspired by the county’s 407 area code - encourages residents to dine-in or order takeout/delivery from their favorite local restaurants and give #LocalLove on social. Follow the hashtag and add to your list of places to try. Where are you dining out today? ⠀
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👉🏼 Check out the articles we've written for HistoricDowntownSanford.com to get ideas for your next dessert and beer crawl.  You can also read my Dining Guide with more recommendations where to dine in Historic Downtown Sanford on GoEpicurista.com⠀
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#GoEpicOrlando #BeerDay #SupportLocalBusinesses #SaveRestaurants #GOepicSanford
“Your hand and your mouth agreed many years ago “Your hand and your mouth agreed many years ago that, as far as chocolate is concerned, there is no need to involve your brain.” - Dave Barry (hosted)⠀
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One of my favorite things in the whole world is chocolate, so when I had the opportunity to learn “The Art of Chocolate” from the talented pastry chefs at @ritzcarltonorlando I immediately said YES!⠀
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The “Curated Experiences” Weekend at The Ritz-Carlton and JW Marriott Orlando, Grande Lakes showcased master classes, guided workshops, immersive demonstrations and over the top foodie events like this one.⠀
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World Champion Ice Carver/Chocolate Sculptor Victor Dagatan’s ice carving skills have brought him accolades from around the world including winning the 2014 Silver Medal in the Cultural Winter Olympics in Sochi, Russia. He is the resort’s lead creator of large chocolate showpieces, fruit and vegetable carvings, and crafting anything out of edible sugar.⠀
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During the hands on session, my brain and my hands were engaged as I learned from Chef Victor how to temper chocolate and make the most yummy @valrhonausa chocolate bars with a variety of mix-ins.⠀
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I also got to try my (steady) hand at making chocolate swirls used as decorative accents. Can you tell which ones I made?!⠀
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For our third chocolate creation, Pastry Chef Maggie helped me make the most decadent cake pops.⠀
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The pastry team at The Ritz & @jwmorlando are so talented, so patient & charming. This was one of my favorite sessions of the weekend. And the best part was, I got to take all the treats I made home!⠀
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Grande Lakes Orlando will host these weekend-long immersive experiences throughout the year. ⠀
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👉🏼 Mark your calendar and reserve your tickets for “Curated Experiences” on April 23-25. The Art of Chocolate session is back and you don’t want to miss it! ⠀
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Guests can explore, learn and celebrate with an array of activities led by award-winning chefs, mixologists, jewelers, artists, athletes and wellness experts. You can purchase a full event ticket for the weekend for $750 (totally worth it!) or purchase tickets for half day, full day or wine dinner only. Visit their website for details. ⠀
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#MakeSomedayHappen #GoEpicOrlando
"When the dog bites, when the bee stings, when I'm "When the dog bites, when the bee stings, when I'm feeling sad, I simply remember my favorite things, and then I don't feel so bad." - The Sound of Music, Rodgers & Hamerstein (hosted)
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Is everyone brunching today? I hope you're enjoying every delicious bite this gorgeous Sunday. ⠀
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If you know me, you know I'm a BIG fan of brunch, sparkling wine and decadent desserts. So it's no surprise I was in heaven at @ritzcarltonorlando fantastic new restaurant Knife & Spoon’s Chef's Table Brunch during their Curated Experiences Weekend. One word: PHENOMENAL! ⠀
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Now let me explain why I quoted "These are a few of my favorite things"⠀
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It's my birthday month, and while getting older is not something we often sing about on a mountain top, and this year there's been plenty to be down about, I'm so grateful for life every day. Looking back at all my favorite things I’m grateful for this past year is a great way to look forward. This month, I'll be sharing my favorite foodie experiences that have made me so grateful to be alive. Hopefully you'll be inspired to reminisce with me and #MakeSomedayHappen⠀
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This brunch also made me grateful that despite getting older, I still find new things to learn, new experiences & flavors to discover. I did not know I was such a fan of caviar until I met Michael Passmore, owner of @PASSMOREcaviar during Curated Experiences. ⠀
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We enjoyed chatting with him and his wife, learning about Passmore Ranch, an ever-growing 86 acre ranch nestled in the rolling grasslands of Sloughhouse, California, shadowed by the Sierra mountain range. It's known for its sustainably raised and sourced fish, and for making some of the world’s finest small batch caviar.⠀
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Yes, I also realized I have such expensive tastes! 😂 But did you know you could put caviar on almost anything, including dessert?  Michael topped lobster, tuna, clams, aged steak & even creme brulee with a dollop of exquite caviar. A sublime experience!⠀
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Cheers to enjoying new expereriences and making special memories. 🥂⠀
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Grande Lakes Resort is hosting another perfectly planned "Curated Experiences Weekend" on April 23-25, 2021. Reserve your tickets! #GOepicOrlando
"Aioli intoxicates gently, fills the body with war "Aioli intoxicates gently, fills the body with warmth, and the soul with enthusiasm. In its essence, it concentrates the strength, the gaiety of Provence: sunshine." - Frederic Mistral (hosted)⠀
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I would love to travel back to Provence. The sunshine and wine, the markets filled with all sorts of fresh goodies, the air filled with aromas of lemon and lavender. One of my favorite places.⠀
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Fabio and Paula, the charming owners of @viniawinekitchen in Winter Park indulged my Provence foodie dreams with a delightful seasonal 3-course menu perfectly paired with wines from the region. The only thing better than the deliciously executed dishes was their warm hospitality as if welcoming us to their home.⠀
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Vinia is a hidden gem tucked on cobblestoned New England Street. Sit outdoors, grab a spot at the bar or booth by the window.⠀
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Start with Tartare de Crabe - a generous stack of blue crab layered with thin slices of crisp green apple, lightly seasoned with Herbs de Provence dressed with a squeeze of fresh lemon. Dip into the painted plate of aioli dressing dotted with chili oil which Fabio tells us to go crazy and mix it all up.⠀
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Every heavenly bite chased with the crisp Figuiere, Cotes de Provence Valerie Blanc. Lovely with notes of ripe pear & herbs.⠀
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Next, Filet de Bar Roti au Jambon, sauce au citron & herbes et Confiture de Ratatouille - roasted branzino filet adorned with porchetta ham crisps in a light lemon herb sauce. The red pepper Ratatouille jam creates the perfect bite.⠀
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Rosés of Provence are my favorite and Le Paradou, Cotes de Provence Rose was classic, delicate, dry & fruity. ⠀
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Dessert was surprising! Sorbet of Romarin a L'huile d'Olive. An odd combination of lemon-rosemary sorbet with fruity olive oil sprinkled with fleur de sel that totally works. Fabio tells us it's his favorite. So refreshing paired with sweet full-bodied wine with honey notes, Chateau de Caladroy, Muscat de Rivesaltes.⠀
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3-course menu is available on Tuesdays for $49 + Wine Pairings $35, worth every penny. Make reservations & enjoy a night in Provence. Be sure to say hi to Fabio, Paula & adorable Olivia 🥂⠀
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#GoEpicOrlando #MakeSomedayHappen
“Brunch without booze is just a sad, late breakf “Brunch without booze is just a sad, late breakfast.” - anonymous 🥂⠀
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This is NOT a sad breakfast at all! What’s not to love about Steak & Eggs Frites with sriracha hollandaise and Burrata topped Avocado Toast? Paired with next level Frozcato Mimosa made with DOLE Whip® Pineapple! And a gorgeous Rose Cream topped cookie? 💕 ⠀
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If you love brunch, then you’d love the brunch menu at @winebargeorge in @disneysprings, available 10:30a-2p, Saturday and Sunday. Perfect for a date with your honey or your bestie. I included WBG in my write up for my favorite date spots  in @experiencekissimmee and my favorite Easter Brunch in Orlando. 
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👉🏼 Check out GoEpicurista.com for the ultímate roundup of places to celebrate Easter next weekend! And don’t forget to make reservations! ⠀
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#GOepicOrlando #MakeSomedayHappen #WineBarGeorge #SundayBrunch #DisneySprings
“The Italians and Spanish, the Chinese and Vietn “The Italians and Spanish, the Chinese and Vietnamese see food as part of a larger, more essential and pleasurable part of daily life.” - Anthony Bourdain (hosted)
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🥘 It’s #NationalPaellaDay and one of my favorite date night’s in Kissimmee is enjoying fantastic sangria and paella in the courtyard at @columbiarestaurant⠀
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Did you know Columbia Restaurant is the oldest family owned and run restaurant in Florida?⠀
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The same day the Wright Brothers flew their historic mission in 1903, Cuban immigrant Casimiro Hernandez, Sr. founded the Columbia Saloon in Tampa’s Ybor City. ⠀
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From the classic Spanish-Cuban dishes which boast recipes created over a hundred years ago, to the artwork on the walls, and the many stories the staff has to share, there’s history in every bite. The sister location in Celebration opened in 1997, and is still managed by the Hernandez / Gonzmart family for 5 generations.⠀
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Leisurely share a refreshing pitcher of sangria - classic red, white and rose available but I recommend the sparkling cava for a year-round taste of summer. Start with Columbia’s Original “1905” Salad® and don’t fill up on the bread that comes to the table although you will be tempted to keep breaking off bites of the crispy Cuban loaf from equally iconic @lasegundabakery which also opened in 1905 in Ybor City and has been Columbia’s bread purveyor ever since.⠀
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For your entree, choose the traditional prepared Paella “a la Valenciana” brimming with an assortment of clams, mussels, shrimp, scallops, calamares, chicken and pork, baked with the highest quality La Bomba Spanish rice from Spain. ⠀
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Save room for the utterly decadent White Chocolate Bread Pudding. It gives that delightful La Segunda Cuban bread new life baked with crispy edges and gooey soft center, a scrumptious white chocolate and rich Bacardi rum sauce. It was love at first bite! Pair it with a perfectly brewed cafecito Cubano or cafe con leche.⠀
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You can read all about my favorite date night spots in Kissimmee including Columbia Restaurant for @experiencekissimmee on experiencekissimmee.com/blog/top-date-night-restaurants-kissimmee⠀
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#GOepicOrlando #MakeSomedayHappen #PaellaDay
"Five hundred twenty-five thousand six hundred min "Five hundred twenty-five thousand six hundred minutes. Five hundred twenty-five thousand moments so dear. How do you measure, Measure a year? How about love? Measure in love...Remember the love..." 🎶- Rent⠀
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525,600 minutes we'll never forget. I'm a little late posting my "I can't believe it's been a year since the pandemic began" post but time has been rather fluid this year, hasn't it? A year full of sadness, isolation, and loved ones lost. But also a year that's shown us how resilient we can be. ⠀
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I'm choosing to remember the love. Remember the moments when we slowed down and appreciated the simpler things.  Remember how we grew closer with loved ones despite the physical distancing. ⠀
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I'll never forget our last dinner before everything fully shutdown in Orlando. The opening of @sixtyvineswinterpark enjoying a fabulous wood-fired Butcher pizza and Tonnarelli Shrimp pasta with a nice glass of wine and friends. ⠀
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I'm looking forward to getting vaccinated and having a big dinner with family and friends and giving them all big hugs! ⠀
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Did you hear the OCCC site will open for vaccination appointments for 40+ year olds on Monday 3/22 at 9am? 🤞🏼⠀
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Remember the love 💕⠀
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#GoEpicOrlando #MakeSomedayHappen #LoveOrlando
“The best things in life are the people we love, “The best things in life are the people we love, the places we have been and the memories we have made along the way.” - Irish saying 🇮🇪⠀
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Happy St. Patrick's Day! ☘️ I can't believe it's been 2 years since I last celebrated this day at my favorite Irish pub in Orlando @raglanroadpub We've had loads of fun there with friends over the years! ⠀
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They always put on the best festivals, and this year with safety in mind, The Mighty St. Patrick’s Festival goes Unplugged. It will be a bit different but still promises to bring the "craic." It's more subdued, more intimate rather than boisterous, more acoustic than electric. ⠀
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Great live entertainment with bands imported from Ireland plus the Raglan Road dancers perform all day starting at 11am. Of course phenomenal food and drinks are a must! Crafted signature cocktails, exclusive local craft beers, Irish whiskies and authentic Irish fare with a modern twist. ⠀
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Raglan Road opens at 10 a.m. with a $10 cover charge for guests.  Reservations are required due to limited capacity and guests can book a two-hour slot to enjoy the festivities. Visit @RaglanRoadPub for more details and entertainment schedule. ⠀
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Celebrate safely my friends! Slainte!☘️⠀
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#GoEpicOrlando #MakeSomedayHappen #RaglanRoadPub #StPatricksDay #disneysprings
"Those who don't believe in magic will never find "Those who don't believe in magic will never find it." - Roald Dahl (gifted)⠀
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Magic to me is found in a perfectly baked macaron. It's magic you can taste!⠀
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If you want to know the difference between a macaron and a macaroon, Executive Pastry Chef Franck Riffaud at Waldorf Astoria Orlando (@waldorforlando) and Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek (@bonnetcreek) will not only tell you, he'll show you!⠀
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The desserts, pastries, and breads are one of the top reasons why all foodies love to visit this gorgeous resort complex near Walt Disney World. Truly world-class delicious magic! ⠀
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Over the course of his 27+ year career, Chef Riffaud has mastered the magic of bringing happiness and smiles in the smallest, most gorgeous bites. He’s worked in one, two and three-star Michelin restaurants all over the world, so to indulge in his creations is a MUST DO in Orlando!⠀
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And what's the difference between macaron and macaroon? The words may look the same but macarons' (with one “O”) main ingredient is almond meal and macaroons' is shredded coconut. Macarons are colorful and airy and macaroons are textured, chewy coconut and usually dipped in chocolate. Which one is your favorite? ⠀
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Thank you Chef Franck for this sweet surprise! 💕⠀
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#GoEpicOrlando #MakeSomedayHappen #LiveUnforgettable #LoveOrlando
“Learn from yesterday, live for today, hope for “Learn from yesterday, live for today, hope for tomorrow. The important thing is not to stop questioning.” - Albert Einstein⠀
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It’s 3.14 #NationalPiDay, the second day pie lovers love to celebrate!⠀
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My question today is: ⠀
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Lemon Meringue or Key Lime Pie? ⠀
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What’s your favorite pie? ⠀
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I’ve already shared how much I love @sisterhoneys but I’ll say it again, owner Evette Rahman makes the best pies. And if all the awards and blue ribbons on her wall don’t convince you, your taste buds definitively will!⠀
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I have a tough time deciding between the sweet tart key lime pie or the lemon meringue with that dreamy fluffy topping. So I get a slice of both! ⠀
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👉🏼 You can read more about Evette and other inspiring women chefs and entrepreneurs on GoEpicurista and keep celebrating #WomensHistoryMonth⠀
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How do you celebrate Pi Day? ⠀
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Some do with dessert pies, or savory pies and others with pizza pies. But did you know the origin of this national celebration began in 1988 with fruit pies and tea served at 1:59pm (the next 3 digits of pi) at the Exploratorium in San Francisco? Physicist Larry Shaw thought it would be a fun celebration for the staff. A few years later, after Larry’s daughter, Sara, remarked that the special date was also the birthday of Albert Einstein, they started celebrating the life of the world-famous scientist. In 2009 US Congress declared it a National Holiday. ⠀
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Happy Pi Day! ⠀
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#GOepicOrlando #MakeSomedayHappen #LoveOrlando #PieDay #PiDay
“You can’t ZOOM a vacation.” - Phil Brown, C “You can’t ZOOM a vacation.” - Phil Brown, CEO Greater Orlando Airport Authority ⠀
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We're craving a return to travel and safe getaways because as Phil says, we can't zoom a vacation. Since Hawaii is at the top of my US travel bucket list (my "someday list") I'm so excited to share @hawaiianairlines now has non-stop flights from Orlando International Airport (@flyMCO) & Honolulu’s Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) ⠀
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Great reason to cheer so I'm celebrating their inaugural flight today with the most Hawaiian cocktail of all time: The Mai Tai! ⠀
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Yesterday I got the chance to tour the roomy Airbus A330 aircraft during a media visit with Jeff Helfrick, Hawaiian Airlines Vice President of airport operations & Phil Brown, CEO of MCO ⠀
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✈️ Non-stop flights to Hawaii offered twice a week (Tue & Sat) increasing to 3 flights this summer⠀
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😷 Extensive safety precautions in place including electrostatic spraying aircraft & face mask required. ⠀
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😷 Hawaii requires negative state-approved Covid test prior to departure or 10-day quarantine upon arrival. Hawaiian makes it easy to start your vacation right away with Vault-At Home Testing kits with expedited results in 24 hours. Check website & @gohawaii ⠀
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✈️ Hawaiian’s Airbus A330 offers comfortable design with 18 fully flat Premium Cabin leather seats arranged in a 2-2-2 configuration, 68 Extra Comfort seats with more legroom and enhanced amenities & 192 Main Cabin seats. ⠀
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🌸 Experience Hawaiian hospitality the minute you step inside with a friendly “Aloha” from the Hawaii-based crew. ⠀
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🍹Sip signature Hawaiian cocktails by @otrcocktails @cruzanrum Mai Tai, Moloka'i Mule & Tropical Landing complimentary for First Class & Business, for purchase in Main Cabin⠀
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🍽 Exec. Chefs Wade Ueoka & Michelle Karr-Ueoka of Honolulu’s MW Restaurant oversee meal program featuring Island-inspired meals, complimentary for all passengers. First Class menus by award-winning local guest chefs. Currently Robynne Maii, Owner/Chef at @FêteHawaii ⠀
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🌸In-flight amenities by @kealopiko are fantastic!
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Ready for Hawaii? #MakeSomedayHappen⠀
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Thanks @TasteCookSip for my photos! #GOepicOrlando #GoHawaii
"I love spring anywhere, but if I could choose I w "I love spring anywhere, but if I could choose I would always greet it in a garden." - Ruth Stout⠀
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Spring in the garden is the best place to be! Would you love to enjoy great food and drinks in a beautiful garden setting? ⠀
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Edible Education Experience @EdibleEdExp at the Emeril Lagasse Foundation Kitchen House & Culinary Garden in College Park is launching a new event series called "IN THE GARDEN" and you don't want to miss it! ⠀
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Each event will give us a tour of different food cultures around the world in a safe setting. The first event on Sunday 3/21, "IN GIARDINO" is all about Italy! ⠀
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Hosted in collaboration with award-winning Chef Kevin Fonzo of La Tavola, the event will feature a distinguished group of local chefs and artisan vendors, each preparing Italian regional specialties which you can learn more about as they prepare your dish. ⠀
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Here's a bit of what will be available for purchase at the event:⠀
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🌱 @cheffonzo scrumptious Porchetta Sandwich⠀
🌱 @itsthepizzaslut famous pizzas made with fresh ingredients from the EEE garden ⠀
🌱 @chefjasonwolfe PASTA! and goodies from @tornatorespizzeriaorlando Shop to take home.⠀
🌱 Chef Erica Asti's fresh Mushroom and Celery Salad ⠀
🌱 @mhulbert22 Michelle, Maker of Sweet Things - Traditional desserts including cannoli and tiramisu⠀
🌱 @palatecouture Charcuterie and Cheese boards! ⠀
🌱 @cuisiniers Beer and Wine ⠀
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Admission ticket is only $5 per person and all food and drink items are affordably priced a la carte to be purchased at each vendor. ⠀
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Event is expected to sell out so get your tickets ASAP! Two event times offered: 12pm-3pm or 3pm-6pm⠀
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Visit www.edibleed.org/payforclass to purchase. ⠀
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Future events will focus on a different country, so whether it's “sa hardin” (Philipines), “bageeche mein” (India), or “bageeche mein” (Germany) - we will get a chance to embrace different cultures in the garden! ⠀
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#GoEpicOrlando #MakeSomedayHappen #EdibleEducationExperience #LoveOrlando
“I wish that more women realized that helping an “I wish that more women realized that helping another woman win, cheering her on, praying for her, or sharing a resource with her does not take away from the blessings coming to them. In fact, the more you give, the more you receive. Empowering women doesn’t come from selfishness but rather from selflessness.” – Selene Kinder⠀
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Cheers to all the strong and powerful women whom I've had the privilege to know. Those who've cheered me on and those who've inspired me with their wisdom and passion. ⠀
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This year, I've turned to women entrepreneurs and chefs for inspiration and I've been so lucky to share their stories on GoEpicurista.com ⠀
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👉🏼 Check out "Women Chefs Who Rock Orlando’s Food Scene" post and read all about some of the amazing women led restaurants, bakeries and food shops in town. The list is far from complete though! I would love to get your recommendations on who I should feature next.⠀
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P.S. This photo is in one of my favorite Spanish restaurants in town, @tapatoroorlando which is local owned and led by the talented Katerina Coumbaros and her husband Vassilis. ⠀
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#GOepicOrlando #MakeSomedayHappen #IWD2021 #WomenSupportingWomen #WomensDay #LoveOrlando
“The soul becomes dyed with the color of its tho “The soul becomes dyed with the color of its thoughts.” - Marcus Aurelius⠀
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It’s #NationalCerealDay and time for colorful treats and happy thoughts! 😃⠀
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What was your favorite cereal as a kid? ⠀
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I still remember sitting in front of the TV watching Saturday morning cartoons with a bowl of Fruit Loops, Frosted Flakes or Cinnamon Toast Crunch. It was a weekend treat!⠀
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Nowadays, I get my breakfast cereal fix as a topping on donuts and pastries. No spoon required. Here’s a few fun ones: ⠀
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🥄 @dochi.fl in @eastendmkt Taro Pebbles donut is light and airy with a taro glaze. Yum! ⠀
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🥄 @everglazed_fl in @disneysprings Fruity Pebbles donut or Cinnamon Toast Crunch are both yummy. Pair it with cereal milk! Sweeeet! ⠀
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🥄 At @choulalapastries in Park Avenue and 436, Winter Park the Fruity Pebbles chou cream puff is delightful. @chefstephsteph also added a Lucky Charms chou just for March! Classy & gorgeous! ⠀
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Did you know Fruity Pebbles cereal rolled out nationwide in 1971? It turns 50 this year! ⠀
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Have a colorful day. You deserve it! ⠀
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#GOepicOrlando #MakeSomedayHappen #CerealDay #FruityPebbles #LoveOrlando
“I want adventure in the great wide somewhere! I “I want adventure in the great wide somewhere! I want it more than I can tell!” - Belle, Beauty & The Beast ⠀
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I’m craving adventure and my favorite giant chocolate macaron lollipop from EPCOT France pavilion. How about you? ⠀
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The Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival kicked off this week! All the Outdoor Kitchens and beautiful topiaries are back! Some new as well as returning favorites. Sadly I no longer have my Disney Annual Pass so I haven’t had a chance to go check it out, but since the festival runs thru July 5th, I’m hoping to go for a day. ⠀
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I’m so happy this “Macaron au Chocolat en Sucette” is back at @artisandesglace and all the gardens are in bloom! It’s such a beautiful festival which last year was abruptly cut short due to the pandemic. ⠀
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This photo is a throwback from those carefree pre-pandemic days when we took so much for granted. I can’t believe it’s been a year already. Don’t forget if you plan to go that Disney is still restricting capacity, reservation is required and you must wear a mask at all times, except when stationary while eating and drinking. ⠀
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Will you be going to Epcot for Flower & Garden this year? What’s your favorite dish and topiary? ⠀
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#GOepicOrlando #MakeSomedayHappen #FreshEpcot #GOepicDisney #LoveOrlando
"Your mission: Be so busy loving your life you hav "Your mission: Be so busy loving your life you have no time for hate, regret or fear." - Karen Salmansohn (hosted)⠀
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"Busy Busy Busy" - Story of my life! But I'm so grateful and it's important to take time out to enjoy it. Couldn't think of a better way to do that than with these gorgeous sweet treats from @choulalapastries . ⠀
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The coffee lover in me wanted the Tiramisu entremet made of fluffy mascarpone mousse with a creamy mocha coffee center, dark chocolate crisp pearls, and an espresso-soaked ladyfinger cake dusted with cocoa powder. Dreamy!⠀
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The caramel lover in me wanted Crème brûlée chou puff. And of course, one must always get macarons. The Perfect Trio!⠀
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Don't forget to take a break from your busy schedule and treat yourself today. What tasty treat do you crave for the perfect coffee break? ⠀
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#GoEpicOrlando #MakeSomedayHappen #ChoulalaPastries #LoveOrlando #WinterParkFL
“If you are cold, tea will warm you; if you are “If you are cold, tea will warm you; if you are too heated, it will cool you; If you are depressed, it will cheer you; If you are excited, it will calm you.” - William E. Gladstone (hosted)⠀
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Hello March! Happy Monday! 😃 I feel like I need all the caffeine today and while I tend to go for lattes, I love all different kinds of teas. If you do too, you’ll love the article Lisa Wilk and I wrote for HistoricDowntownSanford.com featuring all the best places to get caffeinated in this charming town. ⠀
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Stop by @rosieleeteaco, the quaint shop with an old fashioned European feel on South Park Avenue is known as Historic Downtown Sanford’s tea lover’s utopia! A vast selection of over 100 teas from around the world are showcased in the fragrant tea bar to enjoy there, at home or gift to the tea lover in your life. ⠀
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Try the “Rosie Love” Iced Tea, the perfect sipper for a warm day of #sanfording around @historicdowntownsanford ⠀
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It has a subtle blend of strawberries, cherry and roses. When you order it iced, they add a dash of rose & strawberry syrup and a splash of lemonade. So refreshing! ⠀
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If you prefer your tea hot, order a soothing classic London Fog Latte with Earl Grey Creme tea. It was perfect to enjoy while sitting in their funky high back chairs. ⠀
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If coffee is your thing, you’ll love they now feature local artisan @wavelengthcoffee and don’t miss getting some sweet treats from my favorite @choulalapastries ⠀
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👉🏼 Check out the article! I’ll add the link in my stories. ⠀
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“Come, let us have some tea and continue to talk about happy things.” - Chaim Potok⠀
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#GOepicOrlando #HistoricDowntownSanford #CoffeeandTea #RosieLeeTea
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