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Opera Orlando World Premiere of The Secret River is a Must See

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The Secret River by Opera Orlando
photo courtesy of Opera Orlando

Have you been to the opera in Orlando? It’s been on my “someday list” and I’m finally going to make it happen. Join me and find out why Opera Orlando’s The Secret River is a must-see this holiday season and learn more about its lead soprano Kyaunnee Richardson as I had a chance to chat with her about her inspiration, the importance of this role as well as a bit of movie, Disney and foodie fun because it wouldn’t be Go Epicurista without it! I hope you’re inspired, get tickets and go #MakeSomedayHappen

What is The Secret River?

Friday December 17th – Sunday December 19th, Opera Orlando is proud to premiere the Company’s first commissioned new work, and the first original chamber opera adaptation of The Secret River, based on the book of the same name by Pulitzer Prize-winning author and Central Florida resident, Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings.

I had the opportunity to attend a media preview, chat with the cast, director, and conductor, and watch as they rehearsed a few of the numbers. It was absolutely mesmerizing! And that was without the stage set up, the accompaniment of the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra and the Opera Orlando Youth Company or the puppetry created and performed by MicheLee Puppets. It all promises to be visually stunning. Immersive as well with the audience wrapping around most of the stage at the Alexis & Jim Pugh Theater at Dr. Phillips Center.

“The Secret River is a beautiful story that we were excited to turn into an opera,” shares Opera
Orlando’s general director Gabriel Preisser. “It has been a labor of love getting to this point
among me, the creators, and the production team. I know our audiences will be blown away by
this magical and earnest opera that has taken three years to develop, write, and produce. I am
particularly grateful for all the support from the community and local and national foundations as
we have workshopped the piece. After hearing the public reading of the work this past April at
Mead Garden, I know we have something really special to share with Central Florida and beyond.”

5 Reasons Opera Orlando “The Secret River” is a Must See!

1. The Secret River is Opera Orlando’s first commissioned new work.

This is the world premiere of a brand new original opera! The first for Opera Orlando and one they hope is commissioned by opera companies around the country. Be there and be part of history!

2. The Secret River is a Central Florida Story.

The Secret River is based on the young adult book of the same name by Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings. A Pulitzer Prize-winning author, Ms. Rawlings was well known for her novel, The Yearling, and several other writings that chronicled her experiences living in and around Central Florida. Her young adult book, The Secret River, was published posthumously in 1955 and subsequently awarded a Newbery Honor Book Award.

There’s more local connection with a libretto by Pulitzer Prize and Grammy award-winner Mark Campbell and music by University of Central Florida Pegasus Professor Stella Sung, The Secret River is set in Central Florida during the Great Depression and follows the journey of Calpurnia, a young, intelligent girl with a robust imagination as she searches for a secret river to help her family and small town.

Emily Pulley who plays the role of the author in the production said “The Secret River is a local story. Rawlings was so profoundly in love with this part of Florida. She had a great admiration for the resilience of the people around her. The book is infused with that energy of the people in Central Florida.”

3. The Secret River is Fun For The Whole Family.

If you’re looking to introduce your kids to the opera, this is the production to do it with. Bring the whole family and enjoy the heartwarming story of how a young, African-American girl, Calpurnia, searches for a secret river to help her family and small town. This story for all ages demonstrates the power of trusting one’s imagination and the goodness within us all: a perfect sentiment for this holiday season.

Sung in English with English supertitles, The Secret River will run approximately seventy-five minutes with no intermission. And, if that’s not enough, it also features a puppet show! Stay after the show for a special talk back with the cast and puppeteers where you and your family will get a chance to see the puppets up close and maybe even play the part of the puppeteer. A great experience for all.

Opera Orlando The Secret River
Kimberly Milton as Mother Albirthia and Kyaunnee Richardson as Calpurnia in The Secret River.
Photos courtesy of Opera Orlando.

4. The Secret River Features an All Star Cast.

Opera Orlando welcomes back former studio artist soprano Kyaunnee Richardson, singing the role of Calpurnia. A fan favorite last season for her star turn as Adele in Die Fledermaus and as Gretel in the Company’s Hansel & Gretel. She will be joined by acclaimed soprano NaGuanda Nobles and 2021-22 studio artist, baritone Geoffrey Peterson, playing the role of Calpurnia’s mother and father. Mezzo-soprano Kimberly Milton will sing the role of the town’s wise woman, Mother Albirtha, and Metropolitan Opera soprano Emily Pulley rounds out the cast, singing the role of the author herself, Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings.

Also on stage, musicians from the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra and members of the Opera Orlando Youth Company under the baton of Dr. Everett McCorvey, founder and music director of the American Spiritual Ensemble. It is directed by up-and-coming stage director Dennis Whitehead Darling, with puppetry created and performed by MicheLee Puppets and dance choreographed by Maxine Montilus, performed by students from the University of Florida.

The cast of The Secret River by Opera Orlando
The Secret River cast clockwise from top L-R:Kimberly Milton (Mother Albirtha), Dennis Whitehead Darling (stage director), Dr. Everett McCorvey (musical director),Geoffrey Peterson (father). Front: Kyaunnee Richardson (Calpurnia),Emily Pulley (Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings), NaGuanda Nobles (mother).

5. The Secret River is an Inpiring Story.

“How many stories do you see where a young black girl is the heroine? Not only a hero for her family but for the whole community.” says stage director Dennis Whitehead Darling. “She’s using her perseverance, smarts, ingenuity, and bravery to confront the jungle (of life). Although it’s set in the Great Depression, it’s amazing how timely this story is.”

“It’s a great message for young audiences, especially young black girls to see a young black girl on stage who loves reading, writing, and being creative. She loves it so much there’s one scene where she’s writing and walking at the same time. It touched me so much to see that.” said music director Dr. Everett McCorvey.

“A secret river, Flows through us all, Young and old, Big and small.”

As a first-timer to the opera, I wondered why should I go see The Secret River?

When I asked the cast to tell me why The Secret River was a great opera for my first opera experience, they had so much to say. In fact, I had a tough time keeping track of who said what. Here are a few of the reasons they shared why you should go see it, especially if it’s your first time to the opera like me.

  • “This is a good first! It’s short and it’s in English!”
  • “The music is enjoyable.”
  • “It’s relatable. The story is about a family at the breakfast table. The character of Mother Albirtha will remind you of your wise grandmother.”
  • “It’s so creative. Your eyes, your ears, your heart will be touched.”
  • “It’s accessible for all ages without being dumbed down.”
  • “Leave your ideas of what you think about the opera at the door. Opera is more than powdered wigs and foreign languages.”

If you need one more reason to go…

The Secret River is Fun!

If the show is anything like the rehearsal, we are in for a treat! Click here to get your tickets and go support Opera Orlando and our local arts community.

The Secret River by Opera Orlando puppet show
One of the many puppets that will be on stage!

Get To Know Lead Soprano Kyaunnee Richardson

Here’s the fun part of this story: I “met” Kyaunnee on TikTok! She followed my “50 Things To Do In Orlando This Fall” series and when she mentioned she was performing in Orlando I had to learn more about her. I followed her back and this is how I learned about Opera Orlando’s The Secret River. The Secret River is now on my list of “Fun Things To Do in Orlando this Holiday Season”. This is one of the reasons I love how we can connect on social media! As I watched Kyaunne’s videos I was so captivated by her voice (she should be doing books on tape too!) and I loved that she was a Disney-loving foodie like me. Read along for a bit of inspiration and be sure to follow Kyaunnee!

Soprano Kyaunnee Richardson made her professional debut as Papagena in Mozart’s The Magic Flute with the Festival of the Arts Boca in 2016. Most recently, she made her debut as Adele in Die Fledermaus with Opera Orlando. She’s a frequent soloist with local orchestras and ensembles, has been a finalist, and won numerous awards and singing competitions including the Audience Favorite Award in the Harlem Opera Theater Competition. She counts among her highest honors singing for President Barak Obama and other dignitaries at the funeral of South Carolina Senator and Rev. Clementa Pinckney.

Follow Kyaunnee on Social Media: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and TikTok and learn more on her website

The Secret River by Opera Orlando featuring Kyaunnee Richardson

1. What inspired you to pursue your career in opera? What made you say “I want to do that!”?

“I began singing at the age of two. My mom used to put a cassette player at the head of the bed and I would listen to different genres from classic Disney to Beethoven and even some Whitney Houston. During Christmastime, I remember listening to Handel’s Messiah and Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker. But it wasn’t until the age of 14/15 years old that the movie The Phantom of the Opera came into my life — I actually had a cassette tape of it but couldn’t remember what the melody was — Immediately, I read the book and discovered composers such as Gounod, Meyerbeer, and Puccini.

This led me to research them and it led me back to singers such as Luciano Pavarotti, Leontyne Price, Marian Anderson, Renee Fleming, and Anna Netrebko. I made the decision to try this out. But the moment that solidified that I was on the right path was when I was in grad school at FSU. I was just about to make my first entrance, I felt someone press up against me and whisper in my right ear, “This is what you were meant to do.” I turned around and no one was there but I knew within my heart of hearts that this is what I was meant to do.”

2. What does this role mean to you and how special is it to be a part of creating a role for the first time in an original production vs. playing a role of an established production?

“I remember watching a documentary called the Opera House where the great legendary soprano Leontyne Price opened the now Lincoln Center with a brand-new opera, Anthony and Cleopatra, written for her by composer Samuel Barber. I thought to myself, “It would be cool if I could have something that was written for me.” Singing an established role, we are going off of traditions that have lasted over hundreds of years. There’s a certain expectation to be met with those roles and they are still fun to play. However, to create something totally from scratch, one has the freedom to put their personal mark on it. To make it extra special. To be asked to sing/create Calpurnia is an honor and a blessing. I get to put my mark on it and craft it into a role that fits me which makes it even more special.”

3. In The Secret River, Calpurnia uses her imagination to get through challenging times. How have you and/or the cast & production team of The Secret River been able to use imagination to get through the challenges of the pandemic?

“When the pandemic hit, many people in our industry just didn’t know what to do. I immediately saw that, for the time being, we were going online. That’s when I created a TikTok and began focusing on how can I craft my brand and reach other people through this other digital medium. It also opened up a way for me to try new things and allow me to think outside the box! Opera Orlando had a system in place last season which allowed them to still have live performances in a safe environment.

Plus, they used the live-stream medium to reach another group of audiences. I believe they were the only functioning opera company in the nation this time last year. And now with the story of The Secret River, it reflects the current situation of our climate so perfectly. I believe, collectively, we want to bring people into a safe space where they hear a familiar simple story that allows them to escape just for a few hours and understand that they can use their gifts and talents to turn their hard times into soft times.”

Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, Kyaunnee performed virtually, including Opera Fusion’s #SongStrong and Music to Eat Chocolate By e-concerts, Hued Songs in Make Music Miami, and Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber’s International online Cadenza Competition.

4. As a black woman in a field that has not traditionally been very inclusive, what is your advice to others who are inspired by your story?

“Work hard, stay humble and never give up on your dreams! Someone once told me the richest place on earth is the cemetery. There are people who lived life, passed on, and never utilized their gifts and talents to change the world. We all have a purpose in life. We all have been given gifts and talents. It is our responsibility to discover what the purpose is and how to do we utilize and develop those gifts and talents to serve one’s purpose. I don’t want others and myself to live a life and not be able to touch others and change the world for the better. There are those who will try to put you down because you are different but we must fight. Whatever was put on the inside of your heart of hearts – your soul of souls – you must strongly believe in it, fight for it and protect it.”

5. How did you celebrate when you were cast in the leading role of Calpurnia for The Secret River?

“Well, I haven’t celebrated…yet. My initial reaction was very calm and focused. I didn’t bounce all over the ceiling. I thought, “I have a very important job to do and my goal is to do an excellent job in telling this story.” It still hasn’t hit me that I am creating a brand-new role that no one has ever heard of or seen — a world premiere! It really hasn’t sunk in yet. I think it will probably sink in after the run is over with, for me. I will say how I plan on celebrating after closing is going to Disney World!”

I’m going to Disney World!”

6. Speaking of Disney, what is your favorite Disney experience?

“Ooh! I can talk for days about Disney! So, my favorite Disney park is the Magic Kingdom. I’m a hopeless romantic and always believe in dreams coming true. The most recent mini-trip I had was finally experiencing the Christmas Party! I never saw snow at the Magic Kingdom! The 25th Anniversary Celebration and singing in Epcot’s Candlelight Processional for the first time was a memory but the number one experience was my 21st birthday I stayed at Saratoga Springs, traveled to Magic Kingdom by bus, saw all the characters, rode my fave rides, searched for Hidden Mickey’s, waited until nightfall to watch SpectroMagic glitter down Main Street USA, watched Wishes sparkling in the sky and came back to surprised birthday cake and signed Mickey Mouse Photo in my room.

My fave treat is the classic Mickey Premium Ice Cream. I think the best place to get them is right by Indy Speedway in Tomorrowland. My fave character is a cross between Peter Pan (because he called me a princess and told me to keep believing in my dreams) and Prince Naveen (because he made me feel that True Love is real and I had so much fun laughing).”

7. What is your favorite movie with an opera tie-in?

“This is a tough one! So, it is a tie between Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement — there is a scene with famed opera singer Anna Netrebko singing “Sempre libera” from Verdi’s La Traviata – and the 1989 Phantom of the Opera starring Robert Englund – the plot makes a direct tie to Gounod’s opera Faust. There is one other Phantom movie that features a lot of opera in it, the 1990 mini-television series starring Charles Dance which features scenes from Bellini’s Norma, Verdi’s La Traviata, Gounod’s Faust and an aria from Donizetti’s La fille du regiment.”

8. Have you discovered any new favorite foodie experiences in Orlando?

“Yes! Your blog on TikTok has been such a helpful guide for me. I have fallen in love with Milkhouse, Houndstooth Kitchen, The Sugar Factory, The Nook and I cannot wait to try La Luce, Steakhouse 71, and a few other places.”

Christina Thomas of Go Epicurista meeting The Secret River lead Kyaunnee Richardson
It was awesome meeting Kyuannee Richardson in person at The Secret River Rehearsal.

9. What is on your “someday list” you hope to check off in this new year?

“I want to travel and sing all over Europe. I want to see all of those beautiful places I’ve read in books – Effiel Tower, ride a boat in Venice, the Paris Opera where the Phantom of the Opera was born, Buckingham Palace to meet the Queen of England, the countryside of England where they filmed Downton and Pride and Prejudice — there’s so much to list. I’d love to debut at the Metropolitan Opera, Carnegie Hall, La Scala, Royal Opera House, and several other places, get back into roller-skating, go on a hike in the mountains, stargazing out west, visit the other Disney Parks around the world… may not be this year but I would love to build a house in the Smokey Mountains for my family and I to escape there anytime we want… my list keeps growing each year”

10. Do you have a favorite inspirational quote to leave us with?

“Music expresses what cannot be put into words and cannot remain silent.” – Victor Hugo

“There are no shortcuts to any place worth going.” – Beverly Sills

The Details About Opera Orlando The Secret River:

  • Where: The Secret River at the Alexis & Jim Pugh Theater
  • When: Friday, December 19, 2021 at 7:30 p.m.
    Saturday, December 20, 2021 at 2 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.
    Sunday, December 21, 2021 at 2 p.m.
  • Tickets for The Secret River can be purchased here. Season ticket packages are also available for Opera Orlando on the Town. Call (407) 512-1900 or visit www.operaorlando.org for “On the Town” subscriptions.

Thank you Kyaunnee Richardson, GabrielPreisser, and everyone at Opera Orlando and The Secret River for sharing your gifts and inspiration. I’m happy to say my first opera experience will be in Orlando and I’m certain it won’t be my last. I hope you’re inspired to go to the opera! #MakeSomedayHappen

Cheers!

Go Epicurista

Disclosure: I have been hosted as a media guest for promotional purposes. I am under no obligation to share this post. As always, all opinions are my own. I only share with you products and experiences I love to inspire you to safely get together with family and friends, celebrate life, and go #MakeSomedayHappen one delicious bite, sip, and trip at a time!  You can read more about my guidelines in my disclosure policy. Cheers!

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Orlando’s first Filipino Casual Fine Dining. 
The creation of Chef Lordfer Lalicon and GM Jamilyn Salonga Bailey (previously of Michelin-Star Kadence) 
🍽️ 5-Wave Tasting Menu highlights primarily local produce & seafood in addition to select meats. (Ooh that pork belly!) 
Full of flavor and so full of surprises, each course (wave) left us saying “that was my favorite!” - until the next dish arrives and you’re wowed all over again!
The setting feels like home - family pictures and little touches, including a piano from previous tenants Dandelion Cafe as a nod to the community Kaya celebrates.
I was invited to Friends and Family preview and already have reservations to return. I need that amazing garlic rice again!
4 Wave menu we sampled:
🥄 amuse-bouche | BURONG ISDA
hakurei turnip, lionfish
🥄 first wave | KINILAW
kombujime Key West flounder, radish
🥄 second wave | PANCIT
sotanghon mung bean noodles stir fried in mushroom jus, red pepper poached egg
third wave | KANIN at ULAM
🥄 GARLIC RICE tamaki gold short grain rice, garlic chips, garlic oil 🤯 
🥄 ADOBONG KABUTE lion’s mane + oyster mushrooms
🥄 GINATAAN NA HIPON Key West pink shrimp, crab fat + coconut milk broth
🥄 HUMBA Berkshire pork belly, brown butter seminole squash puree, sweet potato greens
fourth wave | MATAMIS
🥄 UBE FLAN egg yolk flan, toasted coconut, citrus
🥄SUMAN MALAGKIT glutinous rice cake in banana leaves, coconut caramel
🥄MANGO ICE CREAM BY SAMPAGUITA & latik URARO COOKIE arrowroot cookie
🥂 Don’t miss the cocktails & wine pairings!
➡️ Add Kaya to your list!  Reservations required
#MakeSomedayHappen
My prediction is Chef Lo will be winning another Michelin Star at Kaya! 
Thank you Lo, Jami & team! You rock! (that dance was perfect! 😜)
#GoEpicOrlando
2022 in Review - Favorite Revamp of a Classic: T 2022 in Review - Favorite Revamp of a Classic: 
The Venetian Chop House Lobster Bisque @cariberoyaleorlando
Longtime fans of The Venetian Chop House, Caribe Royale Orlando’s on-property fine-dining restaurant, can rest assured that the reimagined menu of this classic Orlando restaurant still includes their fantastic Lobster Bisque. 
It’s been on the menu for over 15 years! I loved the creamy, decadent soup served with chunks of lobster meat, topped with a lattice puff pastry dome for a more elevated and stunning presentation at the table.
The menu by Chef David Hackett is a journey through fine Italian Steakhouse cuisine. You can enjoy classic steakhouse specialties (Hungry for a 36 oz Tomahawk?) together with finer dining Italian entrees such as an enormous Chicken Parmigiana, perfectly crusted and crispy and pasta dishes beautifully garnished such as the Carbonara topped with ricotta cream and delicate herb olive oil pearls.
Of course, you must start the evening with craft cocktails at their new Intimate Bar and end with another tableside showstopper, the Ultimate Chocolate Sphere dessert!
>> If you want to read more about the new menu, @tastecooksip and I wrote a guest post for the resort’s website: “The Must Try Guide To The New Venetian Chop House Menu”
Read it here (link in stories): https://www.cariberoyale.com/blog/must-try-guide-to-the-new-venetian-chop-house-menu
>> Looking for New Year’s Eve Plans?  The Venetian Chop House will offer a celebratory 6-course chef-driven prix-fixe menu including an amuse-bouche, choice of soup (that gorgeous Lobster Bisque!) and salad, choice of entrée — wagyu beef tenderloin, porchetta or pesto baked king salmon — plus a few delicious accompaniments, and choice of delicate desserts. $130pp++ / Reservations: 407-238-8060
#MakeSomedayHappen
#GoEpicOrlando #CaribeRoyaleOrlando #2022Review
2022 Review: Best Sunset - Caribbean Cruise / Atla 2022 Review: Best Sunset - Caribbean Cruise / Atlantic Ocean onboard @norwegiancruiseline Prima
🌅 Sunsets at sea are my absolute favorite! How about you?
One of my favorite travel experiences of 2022 was the #NorwegianPrima inaugural sailing with @thetravelbite 
It was a short 3 days but I loved the new ship design, the food and all the amenities. I’m definitely planning another NCL cruise in 2023! 
#MakeSomedayHappen 
#GoEpicCruise #caribbeancruise #EpicSunset #norwegiancruiseline
2022 Review: The Best View in Orlando + The Best G 2022 Review: The Best View in Orlando + The Best Gin Tonic in Orlando = Capa at @fsorlando 
📍 The view from the 17th floor of Four Seasons Orlando Resort, Michelin star Capa Steakhouse is spectacular! You can see the Walt Disney World Resort, epic sunsets & fireworks. 
🍸 For GT fans in Orlando, don’t miss the Capa GinTonic made with Coarunn Gin & Fever Tree Mediterranean Tonic. It’s colorful garnishes: Gala Apple, Juniper, Key Lime, & Botanicals take it next level! 
Cheers to 2022 and an even better 2023! 🥂
#MakeSomedayHappen 
#GoEpicOrlando #FSTaste #FiveDiamondOrlando #LoveOrlando #MichelinGuideFL
“Ooooh I like it!” - Merry Xmas! I hope you go “Ooooh I like it!” - Merry Xmas! I hope you got to unwrap delicious treats today, and more importantly that you got to share a special time with loved ones.
I got to enjoy my favorite local-made cookies from @GideonsBakehouse 
In order of appearance:
🍪 The Original Chocolate Chip
🍪 December special: Kris Kringle White Chocolate Coffee Bean - my favorite!
🍪 Chocolate Chip Banana Bread
🍪 December special: Krampus Dark Chocolate Mint
🍰 December special: Krampus Snack Cake - Chocolate Cake with Andes Mint Buttercream
>> Hurry if you want to try the December limited-time flavors! They are all so yummy!
I missed my all-time favorite coffee cake cookie so I may have to go back this week! LOL!
Happy Holidays! 
Gideon’s is located at @disneysprings and @eastendmkt
#MakeSomedayHappen #GoEpicOrlando #GideonsBakehouse #DisneySprings
“Merry Christmas Everybody!”🎄 We spent a b “Merry Christmas Everybody!”🎄
We spent a beautifully chilly and sunny Christmas Eve morning at @disneysprings. So fun & deliciously festive! (Surprisingly not too crowded but we were there early)
Here’s all we did & ate! 
1) Breakfast at @everglazed_fl - 
🍩 Holiday Lights Glazed Donut (to match my Xmas turtleneck!) 
🐓 Funky Chicken BBQ sandwich - my favorite! 
2) Put our name on the Virtual Queue at @gideonsbakehouse (90 min quoted, got text to return at 60 min, waited in actual queue 15 min!) The staff at Gideon’s is 💯 
3) Relaxed & got warm at @Starbucks (while we waited for Gideon’s)
☕️ Caramel Macchiato 
4) Gideon’s Bakehouse: picked up treats for Xmas dinner
🍪 December specials: Kris Kringle White Chocolate Coffee Bean, Krampus Dark Chocolate Mint, Chocolate Chip Banana Bread, Coffee Cake
🍰 Krampus Snack Cakes
☕️ Peanut Butter Cold Brew (the chilly 39F temp didn’t keep me from this favorite!)
🎄 Leisurely stroll around Tree Trail to see all the beautifully decorated themed Xmas trees - loved the Mickey & Minnie tree!
🎁 Window Shopping & Browsed The World Of Disney merchandise shop - lots of last minute Xmas shopping going on! 🤣
After a great morning, I’m home cooking for tonight’s dinner. I hope you’ve made the best of this arctic chilly day. Feely very grateful for the blessings we enjoy. 
Happy Christmas! 🎄 
#MakeSomedayHappen #GoEpicOrlando #GoEpicDisney #DisneySprings
This audio cracked me up! 🤣 But it seriously re This audio cracked me up! 🤣 But it seriously reminded me of all the times I take video over and over (and over) again - Mostly because I’m making weird faces or I don’t like the angle, or I feel like I look fat or… you name it! 🫣 
There are a lot more fails than wins when you scroll my camera roll, and which never make it to the curated IG feed. (In this video, I didn’t like how I was chewing because the cookie was super gooey so it stuck to my teeth!🤣)
We’re so often reminded, nothing is as perfect as it seems on social media, but it bears repeating. You never know what’s going on behind the scenes. Please spread kindness, compassion, and joy with everyone you see - online and IRL 💕
While I will never share something on my feed I don’t wholeheartedly recommend, I must share that I’m not always having ALL the “fun” you see. It’s work to get video and photos and make sure you get everything there is to share. To think of creative posts ideas and offer something unique and different. No complaints, because I do love it, but it’s still work. It’s work to edit photos & videos, find the right audio, research, write the caption and post at the right time. Creating content that provides value is a full time job. Many creators burn out, I’ve been there. We often ask ourselves why we do it.
If you’ve read this far, THANK YOU! I appreciate you. With dwindling views and algorithm changes, IG is not as fun as it once was. I’ve enjoyed nearly 9 years of sharing my favorite bucket list restaurants & events in Orlando and around the world with you. And I hope to continue to bring you a little bit of inspiration to go #MakeSomedayHappen one delicious bite, sip and trip at a time in the new year! 💕 
Oh BTW, commenting, saving & sharing posts you like is always so appreciated. It’s the encouragement we as creators need to continue to do what we do. 💕
🎄Wishing you a warm, joyful and delicious holiday! 
📍 Check out @learnlakenona Oh, What Fun! Holiday Festival. It is free and fun for everyone! And that Grinch Cookie paired with Hot Chocolate spiked with Bailey’s was indeed a delicious treat!! (See my previous post for details) 
#GoEpicOrlando #HolidaysinOrlando
OH, WHAT FUN! We spent a fun holiday themed evenin OH, WHAT FUN! We spent a fun holiday themed evening in Lake Nona last night! Their Holiday Festival is in full swing and fun for the entire family! 
Oh, What Fun! makes the holidays magical, featuring: 
🎄 Beautiful lights & holiday decorations
🎁 Holiday Market featuring local vendors & artisans for one-of-a-kind gifts
❄️ Nightly Snowfalls
📷 Photo Ops
🎄 Live entertainment including a holiday cirque show & professional carolers 
🎅 Santa’s Cottage (reservations required) 
🎶 Live Music at Boxi Park & Town Center including the Hollywood Holidays Band
🍴 Lots of Dining Options: Great pizza, wings & craft beer at @parkpizzalakenona, to fancy small plates at @chromalakenona a variety of foods at @boxiparklakenona - we had Lobster Fries & Fried Shrimp! 
🍪 Holiday Cookies, Treats & Beverages! I loved the “Grinch” chocolate mint chip cookie paired with Hot Chocolate & Bailey’s 
🌊 @lakenonawavehotel Fa La La Bar featuring holiday cocktails 
Events this weekend: 
🐩 pet parade & costume contest (Saturday), 
🎄Christmas Creatures live animal encounter (Sunday),
🕎 Hannukah Celebration (Sunday Evening)
📍 Lake Nona Town Center
🗓️ Thursday - Sunday
🎟️ Admission is free 
For more information, visit @learnlakenona 
#MakeSomedayHappen 
(Media Invite) #GoEpicOrlando #LearnLakeNona
Favorite Sunday Brunch & Coffee spot in Portland, Favorite Sunday Brunch & Coffee spot in Portland, Oregon: @ProudMaryUSA
We’ve been fans of this Aussie cafe since owners Nolan & Shari opened in 2017. Super nice people! 
🥑 I always order the Avo Toast - one of the best anywhere! But on this last visit I felt like trying their new menu and the green shakshuka did not disappoint. So. Much. Flavor!!! 
☕️ Their coffee program is amazing! We ordered one of their deluxe pour overs and it was a process. From the proper grinding of the beans to the filters and the water used, to giving you a card with the story from the grower. It was fun to watch! 
Here’s what we ordered: 
☕️ Flat White 
☕️ Deluxe Pour Over: INDONESIA
4th Place Cup Of Excellence- IJEN LESTARI
Black cherry, grape, cola, & clove
🍳 green shakshuka: harissa labneh, dukkah, two poached eggs, toast + side of hash browns with their epic house hot sauce! Must Eat! 
🍜 noodle bowl: warm soba noodles, fried tofu, tea egg, avocado, green onion, daikon radish, togarashi
📍 2012 NE Alberta St. Portland, Oregon
Add Proud Mary to your #PDX list! 
#MakeSomedayHappen 
#GoEpicPDX #GoEpicOregon #SundayBrunch
Hey Orlando Foodies, a culinary tour of @waldorfor Hey Orlando Foodies, a culinary tour of @waldorforlando & @signiabonnetcreek Bonnet Creek Resort is a Must Do! 
🍽️ Epicurious Sip & Savor event is this Friday December 9 from 7-11 pm, Indulge in a sumptuous showcase of 35 food & beverage tastings inspired by the renowned chefs of Waldorf Astoria Orlando and Signia by Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek.
Visit waldorfastoriaorlando.com/epicurious
If you miss this event, simply plan a foodie weekend and let your taste buds lead the way through the fantastic restaurants of this gorgeous resort, including famed Bull & Bear, La Luce, & Zeta Asia
Say Hi to their epic culinary team! 
👨🏼‍🍳 Bernard Fiemeyer, Complex Executive Chef @chefbernard7 
👨🏼‍🍳 Jeremy Gibboney, Executive Sous Chef, Waldorf Astoria Orlando @chefjeremy814 
👨🏼‍🍳 Dannilo Zapatel Herrera, Executive Sous Chef, Signia by Hilton Orlando @dannilosignia 
👨🏼‍🍳 Franck Riflaud, Complex Executive Pastry Chef @chocolatguimauve 
👨🏼‍🍳 Alberto Navarrete Arias, Chef D’Cuisine, La Luce @alberto.navarretearias 
👨🏼‍🍳 Juan Suarez, Chef D’Cuisine, Bull & Bear @chefjoju_su 
👨🏼‍🍳 Jesus Pinto, Chef Tournant, Zeta Asia
@jesuspinto0707 
🥇 Congrats again to Executive Chef Bernard Fiemeyer on receiving the prestigious title of Maître Cuisinier de France. His passion combined with classical French training and a flair for international cooking sets him apart as Orlando’s only Master Chef of France! 🥂
Go #MakeSomedayHappen 
Hosted #GoEpicOrlando #WaldorfOrlando #SigniaBonnetCreek
🎉My favorite fancy donut shop in PDX - @bluesta 🎉My favorite fancy donut shop in PDX - @bluestardonuts - is celebrating its 10th Anniversary! 🎉 I got the chance to meet rockstar Pastry Chef Stephanie Thornton and totally fangirl over her EPIC “Once-in-a-Decade” Donut!  Guaranteed it will blow your mind! 
✨ 18-hour brioche made with vanilla & strawberry butter! 
✨Filled with strawberry jam
✨Dipped in yuzu-strawberry glaze -  the most incredible glacage!
✨Topped with piped mascarpone-vanilla whip, chocolate cocoa nibs, & gold dust! Oh my!
🥂Perfectly paired with a mini bottle of champagne!
It’s only available THIS WEEK as part of their 10th Anniversary celebration!
👉🏼 Pro-Foodie-Travel-Tip: When visiting Portland, Oregon, DO NOT MISS a stop at Blue Star Donuts. These “Donuts for Grown Ups” are the best in town!
🙏 *I’m begging @chefstephaniethornton for an Orlando location someday!  #MakeSomedayHappen 😉 
🎉 Happy Anniversary and Congrats Blue Star Donuts team. Thanks for letting me crash your party! 
#GoEpicPDX #GoEpicOregon #bestdonutsintheworld #BlueStarDonut
Are You Having Any Fun? We sure did on @norwegianc Are You Having Any Fun? We sure did on @norwegiancruiseline newest ship PRIMA!
Best Thing I Ate on #NorwegianPrima - Dessert Edition: 
🍰 Pastel de Tres Leche with Coconut Cream 
🍩 Churros with Dulce de Leche Caramel 
📍 Los Lobos Mexican Restaurant 
@thetravelbite and I were stuffed after our 2nd dinner of the night (🫣) but we had to get dessert so we ordered the Tres Leches Cake to share. I never say no to dessert!
We said we’d only have one bite…
* We finished the whole thing! 🤦🏻‍♀️🤣
Then… wait for it! 
We saw the Churros Tower at the table next to us and couldn’t resist. We did it for the Gram! I could have drank that Dulce de Leche sauce! 
Los Lobos is one of several specialty dining restaurants you can book onboard, and the biggest surprise. Much more than tacos, it was a more elevated experience. One of our favorite dinners onboard. The bonus we got to sit outdoors and dine with the sounds of the ocean. 🌊 
You gotta have fun! Always order two desserts!
#MakeSomedayHappen 
#GoEpicCruise #TasteNorwegian #CruiseNorwegian
Happy Thanksgiving everyone! I wish you a beautifu Happy Thanksgiving everyone! I wish you a beautiful day of sharing great food and wine with family and friends. Grateful for all the little things and most importantly all the wonderful people in my life. 💕
🍁 It’s the unofficial last day of fall! 🍂Enjoy pumpkin everything today…. Tomorrow Christmas Season “officially” begins…🎄
Which camp are you in?
🦃 -🎄”Xmas comes after Thanksgiving” & you’ll set up your Xmas tree this weekend
OR
🎃- 🎄”Xmas after Halloween” & your Xmas tree is already up
I’ve always loved Thanksgiving - a day centered around spending time with loved ones and sharing entirely too much food. So I’m in the “Xmas after Thanksgiving” camp. But if you’re excited for Christmas and want to get 2 months out of all the decorations, I get it if your tree is up already.
Enjoy the season and all the little things that make you happy. Cheers! 🥂
Caffeinated: Morning, Noon & Night - At Sea! ☕️ This coffee lover enjoyed Shaken Espresso in the morning with a great ocean view, Nitro from a Beach Cart and a fantastic sustainable Espresso Martini on @norwegiancruiseline newest ship #NorwegianPrima. The gorgeous ocean views, and sunsets were the most relaxing pairing. 
☕️ Starbucks at Indulge Food Hall was a great spot for breakfast. Full Starbucks menu including our favorite Brown Sugar Shaken Espresso with Oat Milk, you can’t beat the shorter lines than the second location in the atrium & fun swinging chairs on the deck. 
⛱️ Starbucks Cart at NCL private island Stirrup Cay served Nitro Cold Brew all day! 
🥃 Metropolitan Bar’s Café Replay - think an elevated espresso martini - made with Avorza Ultra Premium Organic vodka, Angostura bitters, Frangelico, spent coffee ground cordial, pineapple juice was so inventive. I enjoyed chatting with Clarence, resident mixologist about the full list of sustainable cocktails made from discarded food products.
Are you a coffee fanatic? Which coffee experience would you choose?
☕️ Happy #NationalEspressoDay ☕️
Thank you to my coffee-loving travel buddy @thetravelbite for discovering the short line Starbucks on our first morning! 
Media Hosted #GoEpicCruise #TasteNorwegian #CruiseNorwegian #Espresso #CoffeeLover
Do Not Disturb. Currently dreaming of my next crui Do Not Disturb. Currently dreaming of my next cruise vacation! Do you love cruising?
I had the awesome opportunity to sail #NorwegianPrima on its inaugural sailing from Port of Miami this week and it was fabulous! Thank you @norwegiancruiseline and @thetravelbite 🎉
PRIMA, first in its class, was gorgeous! Loved the modern design, the artwork, the shows, and all the fun spaces to relax and hangout throughout the ship. I was so impressed with the food and beverage program, the new food hall concept, all the options for freestyle dining, and the sustainable cocktails. 
If you’re looking for a wonderful foodie cruise vacation, check out Norwegian Prima. There are some great Black Friday deals happening right now. Book it! 
Nothing better than your first cocktail on deck… the Miami skyline is always gorgeous at sunset. BTW this was one of my favorite cocktails - La Madrina. An Aperol Spritz taken to the next level: Avorza Ultra Premium Organic vodka, Aperol, strawberry and orange oleo, lime juice, fresh lime, ginger beer. Fantastic! 
Go #MakeSomedayHappen 
Hosted #GoEpicCruise #CruiseNorwegian #cruiselife #nclprima
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