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My Big Lean Beef Greek Wrap

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My Big Lean Beef Greek Wrap Recipe with GoEpicurista.com. Easy Entertaining Recipe perfect to feed a crowd a healthy and flavorful meal!

Perfect Lean Beef Recipe for Healthy Meals and Entertaining a Crowd

Did I ever tell you about the time I visited Gainesville, Florida and the surrounding areas, home of some of the most prominent cattle ranches in the state? I hung out with Brahma bulls, went back to college, learned about different grades of beef, saw “beefalo” on the side of the road, tasted sushi made of American Wagyu and even won a cooking challenge! This recipe for My Big Lean Beef Greek Wrap is inspired by that epic experience and our winning dish.

Florida Beef Immersion Experience

The Florida Beef Immersion experience with Sunday Supper Movement and Florida Beef Council was one of the highlights of my year 2016. You can read more about it here.

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Prized Brahma Bulls from Usher Land and Timber in Florida

It’s All About Lean Beef

Beef gets a bad wrap when it comes to “healthy eating” but after learning about beef, where it comes from, how it’s raised, all the various cuts and nutritional values, this meat-lover is thrilled to keep finding new ways to incorporate lean beef into her diet.

This is why I’ve teamed up with Sunday Supper this week to bring you an awesome selection of Lean Beef recipes in addition to My Big Lean Beef Greek Wrap. It’s a good wrap about beef.

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Did you know?

    1. According to The Beef Checkoff,

• Three ounces of lean beef has more iron than 2 ¾ cups of spinach.
• Lean ground beef has fewer calories than ground turkey with 162 calories in three ounces of ground beef to 176 calories in three ounces of ground turkey.
• Lean ground beef also has less fat than ground turkey: 7.5 grams for three ounces of beef and 9.7 grams for ground turkey.
• Beef is a great source of 10 essential nutrients: iron, choline, protein, selenium, vitamins B6 and B12, zinc, phosphorus, niacin, and riboflavin.
• A 3-ounce serving of lean beef provides your body with 25 grams of protein, which is half your daily protein needs.
• Research shows that lean beef consumed regularly, with exercise can help improve cholesterol levels

This recipe for My Big Lean Beef Greek Wrap is perfect for Easy Entertaining at home and the best part is that it’s in the “lean and healthy” category so no one feels guilty about enjoying themselves.

#HASHED Cooking Challenge with Florida Beef Immersion

It all starts with a team and I had an awesome one! Sondra Cernigliaro of GirlAbroad.com, Terri Truscello Miller of LoveandConfections.com and I called ourselves “Team Ya Ya”. With 20 minutes on the clock to create our recipe and shop for ingredients, we rushed around the grocery store like we were playing Guy’s Grocery Games on TV. It was quite hilarious. I wish someone had captured the perplexed curious looks of other shoppers and staff as 20 bloggers ran around the store. We were too busy, although not busy enough for a selfie.

My Big Lean Beef Greek Wrap Recipe with GoEpicurista.com is the perfect easy entertaining way to feed a crowd with lots of flavor

We’re shopping for lean beef, but first… “let me take a selfie!”

“What cut of beef should we get?” was the question on everyone’s minds.

    – We knew it had to be lean.

Some great options include strip steak, sirloin, top round London broil, tenderloin, skirt steak, and lean ground beef.

We cornered the head butcher and begged him to find us the best cut of lean beef he had, at the best price of course, because we had a set budget. We even convinced him to give us butcher paper and twine for our winning presentation. He was a classy dude and found us a petite tenderloin on sale. We needed high quality, flavorful and a cut that would cook quickly. To win the competition, we went with the best cut of beef we could afford!

My Big Lean Beef Greek Wrap Recipe with GoEpicurista.com is the perfect easy entertaining way to feed a crowd with lots of flavor

Here’s a tip: Always ask your butcher for help selecting the best cut of beef.

The butcher is always my go-to-person when trying to decide the best cut for a recipe, to learn how to prepare cuts of beef I’m unfamiliar with and to find the best deals. For this recipe below, my butcher recommended top round London broil. It’s economical to feed a large group at a party, very flavorful, lean and works well thin sliced in a sandwich or wrap. The downside is that it requires marinating which is why you must plan ahead. But, it does cook quickly on the grill.

In the small test kitchen of University of Florida Department of Animal Science kitchen, all teams shared burners and ovens, utensils and spices. Chaos doesn’t begin to describe it! I don’t know how they do this on TV! We had 30 minutes and if you think that’s a long time (as we originally did), it isn’t! Our burner didn’t work, the blender wasn’t pureeing the cucumbers for the tzatziki and it was time to improvise. We seared our steaks, prepared our tzatziki by finely chopping and mashing the cucumbers, roasted our cayenne chickpeas in a pan (which may have been a tad too spicy according to one judge!) and ran downstairs to present our dish at the buzz of the clock. Phew! It was close and all teams did an amazing job. We won by a small margin but we were so proud of our dish. This is why I was excited to recreate it at home to share with friends and with you.

MY BIG LEAN BEEF GREEK WRAP

The name was inspired by the movie My Big Fat Greek Wedding. The hijinks that ensued during the course of this competition were just as hilarious as the film but with less family drama and no Windex involved. (you’ll need to see the movie to get that reference. LOL)

The recipe is also inspired by the most famous Greek wrap of all, the gyro. Although it has some ingredients in common (pita, tzatziki cucumber yogurt sauce, lettuce, tomato and onion), it is vastly different in flavor profile and I think will become your new favorite. The addition of pan-roasted cayenne chickpeas gives it a nice flavor and texture contrast with the cool cucumber yogurt tzatziki sauce. The lean beef in place of lamb makes the dish much more approachable to everyone’s palate when serving at a party and its also less fat.

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Greek Marinade London Broil Recipe

Having the luxury of time to plan and shop for this recipe, I chose a healthier but a bit more time intensive Greek marinade to flavor the beef. Top round London broil is an economical and full flavored cut, but it requires marinating to tenderize. The Greek marinade with garlic, fresh lemon, olive oil and a Greek seasonings blend was so fragrant and flavorful you’ll want to try it on other proteins too. Some choose to marinate overnight but you can still get lots of flavor with 2 hours marinating at room temperature. Just place it in an airtight bag on the counter and let it rest. This also brings the meat to room temperature before cooking, which is important for it to cook evenly. It’s what chefs call “tempering your beef”. Scoring the beef with small criss-cross incisions also helps the marinade soak in.

Grilling London Broil is easy as long as your grill is hot, at least 400 degrees F, and you don’t run out of gas. 5-6 minutes per side depending on thickness will give you perfect medium rare. London Broil is best at no more than medium or else it will get tough and that’s no fun. Once you remove from the grill, let it rest for at least 5 minutes before thin slicing, against the grain.

    1. This recipe serves 6 full size wraps.

Ingredients:
2 lbs Top Round London Broil (3/4 – 1 inch thick)
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 fresh lemon juice (approx. ½ cup)
1/3 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon freshly grated lemon peel
2 tablespoons Greek Seasoning (see below)

Directions:
– Combine all ingredients in a mixing bowl.
– Make small criss-cross incisions on the beef and place beef and marinade in food-safe plastic bag. Turn beef to coat evenly.
– Marinate in refrigerator as long as overnight or as little as two hours at room temperature prior to cooking.
– Temper the beef prior to cooking by letting it sit on the counter for 1 hour. (you may skip this if you marinated for a short time)
– Grill on 400 degree F, 6 minutes per side for medium rare (adjust based on thickness of the beef)

My Big Lean Beef Greek Wrap Recipe with GoEpicurista.com. Easy Entertaining Recipe perfect to feed a crowd a healthy and flavorful meal!

Greek Seasoning Recipe

This recipe yields 3/4 cup so keep the remainder in an airtight jar for future use on beef, chicken, fish and pork.

Ingredients:

    1. 2 teaspoons salt
    1. 1 teaspoon basil
    1. 2 teaspoons oregano
    1. ½ teaspoon thyme
    1. 1 ½ teaspoons onion powder
    1. 1 teaspoon onion flakes
    1. 2 teaspoons garlic powder
    1. 1 teaspoon dill
    1. 1 teaspoon cracked black pepper
    1. 1 teaspoon parsley flakes
    1. 1 teaspoon rosemary
    1. ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
    1. ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg

Directions:
– Mix all dry ingredients and store in airtight container.
– Great as a dry rub for steaks, chicken, pork chops, fish and vegetables.

My Big Lean Beef Greek Wrap Recipe with GoEpicurista.com. Easy Entertaining Recipe perfect to feed a crowd a healthy and flavorful meal!

Tzatziki Sauce Recipe

Prepare the tzatziki sauce after marinating the beef and store overnight to allow it to set. The key to the tzatziki is draining the liquid from the yogurt and the cucumber so the sauce does not get watery.

Ingredients:

    1. 6 oz plain reduced-fat Greek Yogurt, strained
    1. 1 large Cucumber, peeled, seeded and diced
    1. 1/2 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (quarter lemon)
    1. 2 garlic cloves, chopped
    1. 1 tablespoon olive oil
    1. 1 tablespoon dill, fresh or dry
    1. salt and pepper to taste

Directions:
– In a food processor or blender, combine all ingredients and process until well combined.
– Transfer to a covered dish and refrigerate at least one hour, best overnight.
– To help with a thicker consistency, drain the cucumbers of as much liquid by using a cheese cloth or squeezing.

My Big Lean Beef Greek Wrap Recipe with GoEpicurista.com. Easy Entertaining Recipe perfect to feed a crowd a healthy and flavorful meal!

My Big Lean Beef Greek Wrap Recipe with GoEpicurista.com. Easy Entertaining Recipe perfect to feed a crowd a healthy and flavorful meal!

My Big Lean Beef Greek Wrap Accompaniments

Ingredients:

    1. 6 small yellow, orange, and/or red sweet peppers, julienned thin
    1. ½ small red onion, fine sliced
    1. 3 plum tomatoes, sliced
    1. 1 cucumber, thin sliced
    1. 1 lemon, cut in wedges
    1. 6 pita rounds
    1. 1 head of Bibb or butter lettuce, leaves separated

Directions:
– Present above ingredients on a tray for guests to help themselves.

My Big Lean Beef Greek Wrap Recipe with GoEpicurista.com. Easy Entertaining Recipe perfect to feed a crowd a healthy and flavorful meal!

Pan-Roasted Chickpeas Recipe

Ingredients:
15 oz can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon cracked black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
¼ teaspoon salt

Directions:
– Gently pat dry chickpeas with paper towel and toss with all dry ingredients
– Toss in a sautee pan on medium heat until lightly browned (you may also spread onto a greased rimmed baking sheet and roast at 400 degrees F for 20 minutes until lightly browned if you prefer some hands-off cooking)
– The spice level can be adjusted by reducing the amount of pepper and cayenne. We added a bit much for one of the judges which added some comic relief to the festivities.

My Big Lean Beef Greek Wrap Recipe with GoEpicurista.com. Easy Entertaining Recipe perfect to feed a crowd a healthy and flavorful meal!

Whether you are throwing a casual gathering for game day or having girlfriends over to binge watch your favorite TV shows, this recipe will be loved by both guys and girls. By having pita wraps and lettuce leaves you can give alternatives for those who are gluten-free or want a leaner version. The pan-roasted chickpeas and all the veggies also provide a filling alternative for any non-meat eaters in the group.

My Big Lean Beef Greek Wrap Recipe with GoEpicurista.com. Easy Entertaining Recipe perfect to feed a crowd a healthy and flavorful meal!

Check out the recipes from the Sunday Supper Tastemakers and go ahead and invite some friends over for an epic lean beef fueled celebration. Go #MakeSomedayHappen one delicious bite, sip and trip at a time!

Cheers!

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My Big Lean Beef Greek Wrap Recipe with GoEpicurista.com is the perfect easy entertaining way to feed a crowd with lots of flavor

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Lean Beef Recipes from The Sunday Supper Tastemakers

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Steaks

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  • Chile Lime Flank Steak Tacos by The Redhead Baker
  • Filet Mignon with Roasted Vegetable Salad by A Day in the Life on the Farm
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  • Flank Steak with Chimichurri by Monica’s Table
  • Roasted Garlic Sirloin Steak with Rosemary by Cooking Chat
  • Swiss Steak by Palatable Pastime

 

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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. Wendy says

    01/15/2017 at 1:19 pm

    How much fun was that competition?!! Thanks for sharing it with us and thanks for this wonderful recipe….Just LOVE the name. Great post.

    Reply
    • Christina Thomas says

      01/17/2017 at 1:03 pm

      Thank you so much! It certainly was a lot of fun. I still can’t believe I’ve won a cooking competition! Hope you get a chance to try the recipe. It came out super tasty. Cheers!

      Reply
  2. David @ CookingChat says

    01/09/2017 at 6:37 am

    lots of big delicious flavors, sounds great!

    Reply
    • Christina Thomas says

      01/09/2017 at 2:13 pm

      Yes! This is full of flavor and you can always turn the heat up or down if you want. Cheers!

      Reply
  3. Cindy L. Kerschner says

    01/09/2017 at 12:39 am

    You put together an amazing sandwich! Thanks for sharing your story. Sometimes under pressure we do our best!

    Reply
    • Christina Thomas says

      01/09/2017 at 2:14 pm

      Thank you Cindy! I always work great under pressure although it is nice to have a bit of time to plan and enjoy the process. Cheers!

      Reply
  4. Hezzi-D says

    01/08/2017 at 12:43 pm

    This sounds awesome! I love that you made a Greek wrap and it has so many different flavors!

    Reply
    • Christina Thomas says

      01/09/2017 at 2:15 pm

      Thank you! I always use lots of ingredient with lots of flavor, especially when looking to eat healthy. It makes it more fun!

      Reply
  5. Christie says

    01/08/2017 at 12:15 pm

    I LOVE London broil. It’s such an under rated, under appreciated cut of beef. These look delicious!

    Reply
    • Christina Thomas says

      01/09/2017 at 2:16 pm

      I agree! London Broil is totally overrated. I was reminded with this recipe how much I like it and how rarely we cook it at home. Thanks for checking out the blog!

      Reply
  6. Caroline says

    01/08/2017 at 9:55 am

    Love reading about your beef experience, And these wraps look and sound delicious!

    Reply
    • Christina Thomas says

      01/08/2017 at 10:10 am

      Thank you! I hope you enjoy them with family and friends. Cheers!

      Reply

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# 26 - Foodie Brunch Crawl of Disney Springs - our 3rd Stop!

There are so many fun brunch options at Disney Springs, why not do a progressive brunch crawl and try several restaurants? 

Get a group of friends together and have a fun scavenger hunt like I did with my girlfriends visiting from out of town. We had a great time! 

Our 3rd Stop: Raglan Road Irish Pub for a Rollickin’ Good Time, great elevated Irish pub fare, fantastic craft cocktails and live entertainment with the talented Raglan Road Dancers and Band.

We shared these sweet brunch dishes:

🍞 It’s Ok To Drool -  the best French Toast you’ll ever have! Made with their famous Bread & Butter pudding topped with vanilla mascarpone, mixed berries, hazelnut crunch, & crispy maple glazed bacon. A MUST EAT!

🥞 Oh My, Pancake - topped with banana & cashew caramel sauce, milk chocolate mousse & chocolate ganache. OH MY!

My Favorite Brunch Cocktails:

🥂 Misty Irish Eyed - Irish Mist Honey, Grace O’Malley Gin, Italicus, lemon sour, Prosecco

🥂 Strawberry Fields Mimosa - Dingle Irish Vodka, Luxardo Apertivo, lemon sour, house-made strawberry puree, prosecco.

🥂 It’s a Hell of Hooley - Minke Irish Vodka, Muddled Raspberries, lemon sour, house-made rosemary syrup, Fees Foam, prosecco.

☕️ The Lost Irish Coffee - Lost Irish Whiskey, house-made Demerara sugar syrup, coffee, cream.

☕️ Irish Espresso Martini - Slane Irish Whiskey, J.F. Hadens espresso liqueur, Guinness simple syrup, chilled espresso

Brunch is served every Saturday and Sunday - get a seat at the bar or make reservations based on the size of your group. - It does get busy so reservations are recommended! 

Check out the previous videos for Stop 1 and 2,  and follow for more Fun Things To Do (and Eat) in Orlando

Go #MakeSomedayHappen 

(Hosted) #GoEpicOrlando #GoEpicDisney #RaglanRoadIrishPub #DisneySprings
Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining is back with a ba Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining is back with a bang and bigger than ever with 130+ of Orlando’s most popular restaurants — including MICHELIN Guide honorees such as NEW this year @avamediterraegean in Winter Park 💫 

Here’s a preview of their delicious @visitorlando #MagicalDining 3 course menu for $60. I love the vibe, ambiance and delicious Mediterranean food! Don’t miss having a cocktail in their lounge before dinner. 

—

APPETIZERS

🐟 Sea Bream Ceviche: verjus aguachile, green tomato pico de gallo, levantine bread
🥗 Horiatiki Greek Salad: PDO aged-feta, heirloom tomato, persian cucumber, greek mountain aregano, Kalamata olive
🥕The Greek Spread: hummus, baba ganoush, tzatziki, garden vegetables, warm pita

MAIN COURSE

🐟 Grilled Faroe Island Salmon, fennel salad, baby spinach, avgolemono dressing
🥩 Creekstone Farm Prime Flank Steak, green harissa, sun dried tomato, eggplant caviar
🍄 Black Truffle Risotto: seasonal mushroom fricassée, kefalograviera, chives

DESSERT

🍯 Baklava: layers of crispy phyllo dough, honey nuts, pistachio orange blossom ice cream
🍨 Sorbet & Ice Cream Daily Selection
🍫 Chocolate Fondant molten chocolate lava cake, caramel, almond crumble, mastiha liquor gelato

Details: 

🗓️ six full weeks / 45 delicious days, from August 18 through October 1, 2023
🍽️ 130+ restaurants 
💵 3-Course Menus at a special price of $40 & $60 per person plus tax and gratuity
🙌🏼 Through Visit Orlando, up to $2 from each meal served will benefit @thelifeboatproject and more local nonprofits

Visit the website magicaldining.com to view all the restaurant menus. Reserve your table and GO experience Orlando’s awesome culinary scene! 

💫 Where will you be Magical Dining? 

(Hosted) #GoEpicOrlando #MakeSomedayHappen #AvaMediterraegean #LoveOrlando #UnbelievablyReal
Ready for a Permanent Vacation? Summer is not over Ready for a Permanent Vacation? Summer is not over yet… Next on our list of 50 THINGS TO DO IN ORLANDO…

# 23 - Visit the coolest NEW bar @permanentvacationfl for an immersive hidden tiki bar experience!

The theming and vibe will transport you to a spooky tropical destination! “Excitement & Danger Come To Life as you Experience Thrills & Relaxation On This Island Escape!” 

Enjoy a phenomenal cocktail menu created by @dan_tedson & a talented team of mixologists (some drinks will even trigger a show!) And of course you need some fun bites to go with the boozy drinks and this menu offers a nice variety of shareable dishes.

I loved all of the attention to details and the hidden table nooks. The theme is on point and not gimmicky, cocktails and food are high quality. Definitely a must visit! 

Here are the details: 

📍 Located inside The Copper Rocket, 106 Lake Avenue, Maitland.

🗓️ Reservations are required and they go fast! Follow their IG for dates. 21+ only

⏰ Your “Permanent” Vacation experience is 2 Hours (which is actually plenty!) 

🍹 PICK YOUR POISON: cocktails come in various strengths. Be sure to look for the skulls on the menu! From Sober strength zero proof called “Placebos” to Rest In Peace (💀💀💀) called “Tranquilizers” 🤣

They also have fun drink bowls to “SHARE THE BOOTY” serving 2-6! 

🍴 BITES: you’ll find appetizers, flatbreads, & kabobs

🍕 FLATBREADS -  we tried BRUCE! (Veggies) SHELL-FISH DECISIONS (rock shrimp) & WHERE’S WILBUR? (Pork)
🐷 PUMBAA - Braised & slow roasted pork shank 
🍍 TOUCAN STAN - Tropical Fruit Salad with yogurt dipping sauce

Make reservations and go #MakeSomedayHappen 

(Hosted) #GoEpicOrlando #PermanentVacation #LoveOrlando #thingstodoinorlando
50 THINGS TO DO IN ORLANDO THIS SUMMER - Don’t m 50 THINGS TO DO IN ORLANDO THIS SUMMER - Don’t miss @disneysprings Flavors of Florida sponsored by @corkcicle 🍊

Here are my favorite bites and sips from this year’s Flavors of Florida: 

# 17 🍊 @everglazed_fl 
🍩 Citrus Dream Donut
🥤Orange Lemonade with Sweet Cold Foam

# 18 🍊 @gideonsbakehouse 
🍪 Key Lime Chocolate Chip Cookie
☕️ Orange Mocha Nitro Cold Brew (AKA Stuart’s Cold Brew)

# 19 🍊 @saltandstraw 
🍦 Exquisito Guanabana Stracciatella Ice Cream

# 20 🍊 @raglanroadpub 
🍰 Sunshine State of Mind Sweet orange pudding

# 21 🍊 @jaleobyjose 
🍅 Ensalada de Sandía y Tomate
🐖 Jamón Serrano con Melón
🍹 Frozen Agua de Valencia

# 22 🍊 @winebargeorge 
🍹Frozen Old Fashioned with DOLE Whip Orange and George Dickel 8-Year-Old Tennessee whiskey - get it in the souvenir Corkcicle. 

Go #MakeSomedayHappen 

#GoEpicOrlando #DisneySprings
#FlavorsofFlorida #LoveOrlando
50 THINGS TO DO IN ORLANDO THIS SUMMER - # 15 - C 50 THINGS TO DO IN ORLANDO THIS SUMMER - # 15 -  Celebrate #NationalOysterDay at these 8 Top Spots for Oysters in Orlando

🦪 @fourflamingosorl by @richardblais, @hyattregencygrandcypress - Disney Area
• Try the famous Ice Cold Oysters & Pearls! They are a showstopper! 

🦪  @theospreyorlando - Baldwin Park
• Choose from James River, Florida, East Coast, or West Coast oysters
• Happy Hour: (Tue-Fri 5-6:30p) $2 Mid-Atlantic or Florida Oysters (min. 6)

🦪 @eatatlukes - Maitland
• Atlantic Oysters
• Thursday All Day Happy Hour Half Off Oysters

🦪 @reelfishcoastal - Winter Park
• Several varieties of Oysters on the Half Shell, including Florida’s Sublime boutique oysters, served raw with house-made cocktail sauce & cucumber mignonette, Baked with Parmesan Bread Crumbs or Oysters Rockefeller with Spinach and Artichoke Cream
• Happy Hour (Tuesday-Friday) $9 Half-Dozen Gulf Oysters, Raw or Baked

🦪 @nautilobstah - Apopka
• Every day, James River Blue Point Virginia Oysters, Served Raw or Steamed for only $1.75 each/ per dozen! 
• Oystahs Casino with Chef Mike’s Casino Butter & Bacon are also fantastic!

🦪 @kaya.orlando - Mills 50 District
• TALABA half dozen oysters - Indian river or Matanzas oysters - with spiced vinegar and ramp sawsawan

🦪 @primoatgrandelakes , @jwmorlando, @grandelakesorlando 
• The Seafood Tower includes gorgeous Moondancer Oysters, Lobster Celery Remoulade, Shrimp Cocktail, Bacalao and Smoked Wild Salmon

🦪  @knifespoonorlando, @ritzcarltonorlando, Grande Lakes
• Oysters topped with Passmore Caviar at various special events are always a treat!

Follow for more Fun Things To Do in Orlando and Go #MakeSomedayHappen

#GoEpicOrlando #Oysters #LoveOrlando
50 THINGS TO DO IN ORLANDO THIS SUMMER - #12 Spe 50 THINGS TO DO IN ORLANDO THIS SUMMER - #12 

Spend a sophisticated evening with a progressive dinner & cocktails at the newly reimagined Grand Bohemian Hotel. 🥂

@grandbohemianorlando - Downtown Orlando’s Luxury Boutique Hotel got a multi-million dollar makeover. From the dining & bar options to the guest rooms & event space, if you haven’t been in a while, it’s time to go back! 💥 You’re going to love the new look. 💥 And you don’t want to miss checking out the artwork throughout the property and exploring the space like we did on a recent visit! 

The food. The drinks. The vibe. Perfect for an evening or a staycation getaway. And only steps away from Dr. Phillips Center and Amway Center. Drinks and dinner before and after shows is a must! 

Here’s what we enjoyed: 

🍸 BÖSENDORFER LOUNGE - start & end your night with cocktails in this gorgeous lounge.

🥂 FRENCH 75 (1st drink)
🍸 ESPRESSO MARTINI (last drink)

🎹 Fun Fact: There were only two Bösendorfer pianos designed by architect Hans Hollein in 1990 in the world! One can be found in the lounge of the Grand Bohemian Hotel in Orlando!

🍽️ BOHEME - fantastic dinner! 

🍤 SHRIMP COCKTAIL
🍅 BURRATA
🥩 WAGYU BEEF CARPACCIO - my favorite!

🦚 THE PEACOCK ROOM - Private Dining Room for 24pp available for family style dinners

🥗 FARMER’S GREENS
🥕 BABY ROOTS
🍄 WILD MUSHROOMS
🍞 BRAISED LAMB
⭐️ SCALLOPS - loved this!
🥩 TOMAHAWK EXPERIENCE - WOW! 

🍷 Kessler Chardonnay and Kessler Cabernet

🍹ALTIRA ROOFTOP BAR & LOUNGE - brand new poolside bar on 6th floor, and it’s open to the public. Live DJ every evening Wed-Sun. Brunch on Saturdays.
Perfect sunset spot! 
🥂 THE GRAND COCKTAIL 
🍮 CHEESECAKE & CHOCOLATE CREME BRÛLÉE 

Thank you to General Manager Benjamin McCarney and his team for hosting a wonderful media preview. 

Reserve Your Night and Go #MakeSomedayHappen 

(Hosted) #GoEpicOrlando #GrandBohemianOrlando #KesslerCollection #MarriottBonvoy #LoveOrlando #TheCityBeautiful
Thank you for the memories… 🐓 💕 Sad to hea Thank you for the memories… 🐓 💕 Sad to hear the news about @thecoop_wp closing their doors in Winter Park after 9 1/2 years! Thank you to @johnrivers4r & The 4R team for the great memories and delicious Southern classic home cooking. That Classic Chicken Sandwich is still my favorite! 

🍗 Go get one last bite before their last day on 7/16. 

I hope to see The Coop again at another location soon! 

#MakeSomedayHappen #GoEpicOrlando
50 THINGS TO DO IN ORLANDO THIS SUMMER… # 9 on t 50 THINGS TO DO IN ORLANDO THIS SUMMER… # 9 on the list:

Eat & Drink Around The World at Epcot! 🌎

No Orlando list is complete without our amazing theme parks, and as a travel foodie, Epcot is my favorite! Festivals are the best time to visit! 

🌸 Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival runs until 7/5… 

Here are my favorite sips & bites from this year as well as Must Eat & Drink classics I never miss! 

🍍 Pineapple Bistro:
• Dole Whip
• Frozen Desert Violet Lemonade (a favorite for 10 years!) 

🍯 Honey Bee-stro:
• Chicken and Waffles
• Honey-Mascarpone Cheesecake

🇨🇦 Northern Bloom: (Canada)
• Seared Scallops with French Green Beans, & Butter Potatoes
• Beef Tenderloin Tips & Mushroom Bordelaise
• Chocolate Maple Whisky Cake

🍊 Florida Fresh: My favorite Festival stop!! @freshfromflorida 
• Grilled Street Corn on the Cob with Savory Garlic Spread and Spicy Corn Chips 
• Blackened Fish Slider with Roasted Tomatoes, Watercress & Citrus Remoulade on Brioche
• Watermelon Salad with Blueberries, Pickled Red Onions, Balsamic and Feta

🇫🇷 France Pavilion: Le Vins de Chefs de France
• Orange Slushy with Grand Marnier, Rum, Grey Goose Orange and Orange Juice
• Citron Slushy with Grey Goose Citron, Vodka & Lemonade

🇲🇽 Mexico Pavilion: Choza de Margarita
• Fiesta Margarita 
• Fresh Guacamole & Chips

Don’t miss the Topiaries and The Butterfly Garden! Loved seeing the new Encanto topiaries at the entrance! 

Epcot International Food & Wine Festival kicks off July 27th to keep Eating & Drinking Around The World! 

Follow for more Fun Things To Do in Orlando This Summer...

Go #MakeSomedayHappen

#GoEpicOrlando #GoEpicDisney #LoveOrlando #Epcot #EpcotFlowerandGarden #FreshFromFlorida #drinkaroundtheworld #eataroundtheworld
50 THINGS TO DO IN ORLANDO THIS SUMMER… # 8 on t 50 THINGS TO DO IN ORLANDO THIS SUMMER… # 8 on the list…

Indulge your taste buds in a tropical getaway at
Michelin Guide Recommended Four Flamingos: A Richard Blais Florida Kitchen located at Orlando’s Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress Resort 
🦩🦩🦩🦩 

Chef de Cuisine Shelby Farrell & her team serve creative Florida favorites!

Here are my “Must Eats” after several visits: 

🍣 Tuna Tostada with Passion Fruit Yolk. Gorgeous & so delicious!

🐟 Swordfish Prime Rib 16oz “Neptune’s Cut” - coated in Black Lime, Black Pepper, & Garlic. It’s hands down, THE best swordfish dish you’ll find anywhere!

🦞🥩 Surf to Fire-Grilled Turf combos:
🦞 Half Lobster - Blackened, Grilled with Herb Butter, or Poached with Citrus Beurre Blanc
🥩 Bacon-wrapped Filet, Confit Potato Hash, Coconut Au Poivre, Pickled Mushroom

🦀 A gigantic Crab Cake! (The toppings have changed since my last visit)

🦀 Crab Raviolo with Papaya Vodka Sauce, Florida Lobster, Gremolata

☕️ Cuban Espresso Panna Cotta, Salted Caramel, Butterscotch Biscotti - this is a dream for any coffee lover! 

🍹 Fun tropical cocktails and a fantastic Florida Old Fashioned with spiced orange blossom honey syrup 

** If you want to meet Richard Blais of @nextlevelcheffox @foodnetwork & @bravotopchef fame, he’s in town this weekend!! 

Get reservations and go!

Follow @fourflamingosorl and sign up for their newsletter to find out when  @richardblais will be visiting next! (He visits regularly throughout the year and is the nicest guy to meet!)

🚗 Complimentary Valet & Self Parking for Guests of Four Flamingos
📍 @hyattregencygrandcypress near Walt Disney World

Follow for more Fun Things To Do (and Eat) in Orlando… Go! #MakeSomedayHappen 

#GoEpicOrlando #LoveOrlando #RichardBlais
REMEMBER THE BRAVE. 🇺🇸 #MemorialDay We spen REMEMBER THE BRAVE. 🇺🇸 #MemorialDay

We spent an amazing holiday weekend at @ritzcarltonorlando Grande Lakes Resort and enjoyed so many wonderful activities part of their “GLO Summer” program. But we can’t forget the reason we have a long weekend… and I’m filled with gratitude. 

🇺🇸 Today we remember the brave service men and women who gave all they had for us to enjoy these freedoms. We also pay respect to their families who miss them every day. Thank you!

🥂 I’m grateful for the opportunity to share about these fun experiences around Central Florida and hopefully inspire you to enjoy time with family and friends. Go #MakeSomedayHappen one bite, sip & trip at a time because tomorrow is not guaranteed.

☀️ I’m grateful we have gorgeous resorts to enjoy a relaxing staycation without having to travel far! Orlando is the # 1 travel destination in the country and we live here! 

Thank you @grandelakesorlando, @ritzcarltonorlando and @jwmorlando for hosting us. Congratulations on your 20th Anniversary!

I hope you enjoyed a great weekend with family and friends. Cheers! 

Pictured:
1. 🇺🇸 Game of foosball, Ritz
2. 🧁 Cupcake from First Drop, Ritz
3. 🏃🏻‍♀️ Ritz Carlton Memorial Day 5K Medal & Mimosas
4 & 5. 🎆 Picnic & Fireworks Package - you get a reserved blanket in a prime viewing area to watch the fireworks by the gazebo & basket with Whispering Angel Rose and a variety of snacks. (Reservation required)
6. 🍸 Fun Cocktails at EVRBAR JW Marriott new lobby bar! 
7. 🎈 Stilt-walker making balloon animals poolside, Ritz

(Hosted) #GoEpicOrlando #RCMemories #LoveOrlando
Nothing says “SUMMERTIME!” better than a BIG J Nothing says “SUMMERTIME!” better than a BIG JUICY BURGER! 🍔 

We’ve been enjoying an amazing staycation at @ritzcarltonorlando & @jwmorlando Grande Lakes Resort! Their GLO Summer Weekends programming is fantastic! (Check out my stories to see more!)

Today we had lunch at one of my favorite restaurants - @highballharvest, located at The Ritz. And since It’s #NationalHamburgerDay I have to show you their epic H&H Pimento Cheese Burger!

It’s loaded! Double Short-Rib Patties, Bacon, Pimento Cheese, & Mustard Spiced Pickles. Full of flavor!

PS - check out my stories for another big juicy burger from  @knifeburger - lots of great burger options at Grande Lakes!

>>> Stay tuned for my “50 Things To Do in Orlando This Summer” series… it’s going to be a fun & tasty one! 

Hope you’re enjoying your holiday weekend with friends and family. Go #MakeSomedayHappen 

(Hosted) #GoEpicOrlando #LoveOrlando #ThingsToDoinOrlando  #RCMemories #RitzCarltonOrlando #BurgerDay
Next Level Avocado Toast! 🥑 Do you love to brun Next Level Avocado Toast! 🥑 Do you love to brunch? Here’s a fun & healthy recipe using #FreshFromFlorida veggies! 

I’m totally hooked on using Florida sweet potatoes instead of bread after I made “Everything But The Bagel Sweet Potato Toast with smoked salmon (the recipe on the blog) , I had to make a Sweet Potato Avocado Toast and it was amazing! It’s so good I did not miss the bread! 

Super easy to make! 

1. Thin slice sweet potatoes and bake in 450F oven for 15-20 minutes or use an air-fryer 
2. Top with guacamole or sliced avocado (I did both!) 
3. Top with a variety of fresh toppings: I used pickled radishes, grape tomatoes, arugula, cabbage, sweet peppers, pickled onions, & cilantro all grown in Florida! 
4. I added Kalamata olives and you can also add a fried egg!Have fun with a variety of toppings!

Pro Tip: Set up a Sweet Potato Toast Bar with a variety of toppings and host an easy brunch for friends.

Look for the "Fresh From Florida" label on products in your grocery store or ask your produce department manager for Florida produce.

More details on the blog GoEpicurista.com
Recipe created in partnership with @flafruitandveg and @freshfromflorida

#GoEpicRecipe #FFVAfarmtour #floridaagriculture #brunch #FreshFromFlorida
Homemade Potato Chips for Brunch? Yes, Please! 🥔 

More than 2,000 varieties of potatoes are grown in Florida, so I figured I'd make homemade potato chips with a few different kinds. I used @lmcompanies Gold Potatoes and Blue Sky Farms Purple Potatoes and Red Potatoes (which I actually dug up myself during the #FFVAFarmTour hosted by @flafruitandveg @freshfromflorida & @agcommunicatorsfl @ufifas_solutions & @stjohns_ag 

Fresh always tastes better! Each potato has its own unique flavor and texture which you can appreciate tasting side by side. It was so easy to make potato chips in the oven, you won't go back to the bag of chips! (it's better for you too!) 

1. Scrub the potatoes well and pat dry with a paper towel
2. Thin slice potatoes carefully with a mandolin
3. Lightly toss or spray with avocado oil, sprinkle fresh cracked salt & pepper 
4. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet - make sure potato slices are in a single layer and not touching
5. Bake in 400F oven for 20 minutes (turn over halfway through)

Set up your Florida Potato Chips Bar with a variety of dips and #FreshFromFlorida veggies for toppings. Add a poached or sunny-side-up egg and brunch is served! Guaranteed everyone will love creating their own messy pile of Florida potato chips! 

Toppings ideas:
- "Everything But The Bagel" dip (see my previous post for the recipe)
- Guacamole
-  Sweet peppers
- Radishes
- Arugula
- Grape tomatoes 
- Poached or Sunny Side Up Egg
- Flaky Salts (I used Smoked Maldon Salt)

Look for the "Fresh From Florida" label on products in your grocery store or ask your produce department manager for Florida produce. Have some fun exploring all the varieties of potatoes you can find. 

🥔 More on the blog GoEpicurista.com
Recipe created in partnership with @flafruitandveg and @freshfromflorida

#GoEpicRecipe #FFVAfarmtour #floridaagriculture #brunch #FreshFromFlorida #FloridaPotatoes
Looking for a fun, easy, delicious, and healthy re Looking for a fun, easy, delicious, and healthy recipe for your next brunch with friends? Check it out! “Everything But The Bagel” Sweet Potato Toast made with Fresh From Florida Sweet Potatoes, Smoked Salmon, “Everything Bagel” Spread (a delicious spread and dip made with cream cheese, Greek yogurt, and Everything Bagel seasoning you’ll want to make over and over again!), plus all your favorite bagel sandwich toppings. Arrange it as a toppings bar and let everyone create their own Sweet Potato Toast. It will take your weekend brunch - or any day lunch - to the next level!

You won’t miss the bagel with this tasty smoked salmon bagel sandwich alternative recipe using sweet potatoes as your base.  The best part, Florida sweet potatoes are in season all summer long!

Full recipe and more on the blog GoEpicurista.com
Recipe created in partnership with @flafruitandveg and @freshfromflorida

#GoEpicRecipe #FFVAfarmtour #floridaagriculture #brunch #freshfromfloridakids
🥂 Cheers! @argylewinery - my favorite Oregon sp 🥂 Cheers! @argylewinery - my favorite Oregon sparkling wine perfect to celebrate Oregon Wine Month and National Wine Day! 🥂

Their tasting room and winery in Dundee, Oregon is a Must Visit! Located less than an hour’s drive from Portland, it’s a gorgeous space and a perfect first stop on a day of wine tasting in the heart of Willamette Valley. 

On my last trip, I enjoyed the “Sparkling Selection” Tasting Flight - complimentary as a wine club member ($45 retail)

2019 Estate Reserve Brut Rose, Willamette Valley
2017 Spirit Hill Blanc de Blancs, Eola-Amity
2018 Knudsen Blanc de Blancs, Dundee Hills
2011 Extended Tirage Brut, Willamette Valley
2012 Extended Tirage Brut, Willamette Valley

I’ve been a fan of Argyle for decades and it’s always on my list of places to visit when I return home to Portland and why I’ve been a wine club member for years. I get so excited when we receive a shipment! 

Add it to your list & Go #MakeSomedayHappen

#GoEpicOregon #OregonWineMonth #NationalWineDay
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