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Orlando Culinary Favorites at Cows N Cabs Charity Event

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Cows N Cabs event features the best of Orlando’s dining scene together for one delicious night!

When asked my favorite “Must Eat” dining options in Orlando, the list is long. We have a plethora of spectacular restaurants and culinary treats in The City Beautiful. Lucky for us, 30 favorite local chefs and culinary artisans will feature their best bites under one roof – actually a large tent – at the Cows N Cabs event, together for one delicious night! It’s a “Must Do” event every Fall!

The 2018 Event is on Saturday November 3rd. Here’s a recap of what you can expect:

 

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Plaid rules at Cows N Cabs. Dust off your boots and cowboy hats!

 

Dress up in your finest western threads, get your friends together and head to Winter Park’s West Meadow for a fun evening at one of the best charity events in town. Enjoy live music, silent auction, gourmet bites, craft beers, spirits and wines during a night perfectly tailored to celebrate with friends.

 

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Country jams – classics and current – Live! (Cows N Cabs 2015)

 

The best part of this night: 100% of ticket sale proceeds and auction items will benefit local charities. The outdoor, Western-themed festival, founded in 2012, has donated over $525,000 since its inception and hopes to break the cycle of poverty in Central Florida. In 2018, 100% of proceeds will benefit local charities: After School All Stars and Elevate Orlando.

 

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Pappy Van Winkle Silent Auction Prize at Cows N Cabs 2015 – all proceeds go to charity!

 

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Great Time for a good cause at Cows N Cabs!

FEATURED CULINARY TALENT:

The yearly outdoor event, hosted by ABC Fine Wine & Spirits’ David Larue and Chef John Rivers of 4 Rivers Smokehouse, brings together some of the area’s top culinary talent.

Some of the chefs in attendance in 2018 are returning favorites and newcomers! Guaranteed you won’t leave hungry!

  • 4 Rivers Smokehouse and The Coop – Chef John Rivers
  • The Sweet Shop – Chef Jenny Herbert
  • 1921 by Norman Van Aken – Chef Camilo Velasco
  • Bake Me a Cake – Chef Mercedes Strachwsky
  • DoveCote – Chef Clay Miller
  • Enzo’s Hideaway – Chef John Miele
  • Foxtail Coffee Co. – Lain Yeakle
  • Hawkers Asian Street Fare – Chef Kariloly Arias
  • Hunger Street Tacos- Chef Joseph Creech and Chef David Creech
  • K Restaurant – Chef Andrew Fisher
  • Luke’s Kitchen and Bar – Chef Brandon McGlamery
  • Morimoto Asia – Chef Yuhi Fujinaga
  • Peterbrooke Chocolatier – Chef Daniel Lehr
  • Pizza Bruno – Chef Bruno Zacchini
  • Proper & Wild – Chef Emily Congdon
  • Reel Fish Coastal Kitchen + Bar – Chef Mike Zajac
  • Reyes Mezcaleria – Chef Wendy Lopez
  • Soco Thornton Park –Chef Greg Richie
  • STK – Chef Jonathan Fahey
  • Tamale Co. – Chef Fernando Tamayo
  • Tapa Toro – Chef Francisco Galeano
  • Taverna Opa – Chef Vassilis Coumbaros
  • Terralina Crafted Kitchen – Chef Justin Plank
  • The Glass Knife – Chef Stuart Whitfield
  • The Polite Pig – Chef James Petrakis
  • The Ravenous Pig – Chef James Petrakis, Chef Julie Petrakis and Chef Nick Sierputowski
  • The Rusty Spoon – Chef Kathleen Blake
  • Todd English’s BlueZoo – Chef Jason Wiggin

Dave Larue, Vice President of ABC Fine Wine & Spirits and co-founder of the event, has hand selected more than 200 wines, favorite cocktails and craft beers for the event.  Sponsors include Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits, Jameson, Grey Goose and Beam.

Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando is a Must Do Charity Event featuring the best local culinary talent!

Sample Bacardi 8 Cocktails!

 

Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando is a Must Do Charity Event featuring the best local culinary talent!

If Champagne is your drink of choice, you will always find a great selection! This Moet Chandon table with fresh berries was my favorite!

 

Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando is a Must Do Charity Event featuring the best local culinary talent!

Beer lovers rejoice! Local favorite Crooked Can is in the house! (or the tent!)

 

In addition to food from James Beard Award-nominated chefs and professionally curated beverages, guests at the western-themed soiree will enjoy live music by acclaimed country music recording artist Angie Keilhauer. Recognized in 2017 by Rolling Stone as one of “10 New Country Artists You Need to Know,” Keilhauer will her perform her signature style of “beach-friendly country and roots rock” at Cows ‘n Cabs while attendees stroll between the various food and wine stations.

Here’s some more photos from the event in past years. Don’t miss it!

 

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4 Rivers Smokehouse Baja Tri-Tip Street Tacos @ Cows N Cabs 2015

 

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There’s always something yummy on a bone at Cows N Cabs! (Hillstone 2015)

 

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House Smoked Brisket, Corn Bread Salad, Baked Bean Silk, Nashville BBQ Sauce (Cows N Cabs 2015)

 

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Norman’s Cobia Crudo (Cows N Cabs 2015)

 

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Crooked Spoon Tejas Teres Major (Cows N Cabs 2015)

 

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Gourmet Bites and Conversation Al Fresco (Cows N Cabs 2015)

 

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The Osprey Tavern Savory Provencal Tart & Shaved Saucisson (Cows N Cabs 2015)

 

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Peterbrooke Chocolatier of Winter Park decadent chocolate treats! (Cows N Cabs 2015)

 

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P is for Pie brought plenty of pies! (Cows N Cabs 2015)

 

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It’s not just cabs at Cows N Cabs… there are bubbles too!

 

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There’s Craft Beer! (Cows N Cabs 2015)

 

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Citrus Restaurant Harissa Spiced Lamb Tasso (Cows N Cabs 2015)

 

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THE COOP Mississippi Mud Pie (Cows N Cabs 2015)

 

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Local Butcher & Market Moroccan Leg of Lamb (Cows N Cabs 2015)

 

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Plenty of carved meats and chefs having a good time at Cows N Cabs!

 

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You must stay until the end of the night at Cows N Cabs – you never know who ends up on stage! Chef John Rivers in 2015)

 

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Chef John Rivers lets loose at Cows N Cabs! 2015!

 

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Great to run into Orlando Signature Editor Patricia Letakis and her daughter at Cows N Cabs 2015!

 

Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando is a Must Do Charity Event featuring the best local culinary talent!

James Beard nominated chef Kathleen Blake of The Rusty Spoon always delights! Her Deviled Eggs are over the top. (2016)

 

Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando is a Must Do Charity Event featuring the best local culinary talent!

Must Eat: The Rusty Spoon Deviled Eggs (2016)

 

Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando is a Must Do Charity Event featuring the best local culinary talent!

James Beard nominated Chef James Petrakis of The Ravenous Pig, Cask & Larder, Swine & Sons and Polite Pig! (2016)

 

Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando is a Must Do Charity Event featuring the best local culinary talent!

Smoked Beef Ham Crostini with avocado, pickled pumpkin, hummus, roasted mushrooms and beechers cheddar paired with Cask & Larder ale (2016)

 

Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando is a Must Do Charity Event featuring the best local culinary talent!

Morimoto Asia Chef de Cuisine Yuhi Fujinaga always wows the crowd with creative bites! (2016)

 

Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando is a Must Do Charity Event featuring the best local culinary talent!

The most surprising dish! Served inside an egg, Soy-Ginger Braised Beef Tongue “Chawanmushi” from Morimoto Asia (2016)

 

Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando is a Must Do Charity Event featuring the best local culinary talent!

The Osprey Tavern in Baldwin Park is always classy. (2016)

 

Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando is a Must Do Charity Event featuring the best local culinary talent!

The Osprey Tavern Oxtail Tartlets with truffle sauce. Yum! (2016)

 

Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando is a Must Do Charity Event featuring the best local culinary talent!

The chef and team of Whisper Creek: The Kitchen at JW Marriott Grande Lakes! (2016)

 

Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando is a Must Do Charity Event featuring the best local culinary talent!

Whisper Creek:The Kitchen Pork Cheek Chorizo Bread Pudding with Plum Mostarda was inventive and delicious! (2016)

 

Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando is a Must Do Charity Event featuring the best local culinary talent!

Chef Phil Bryant of The Local Craft Food & Drink made the trip from Miami, FL to participate! (2016)

 

Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando is a Must Do Charity Event featuring the best local culinary talent!

The Steak Tartare from The Local Craft Food & Drink in Miami, FL was a hit! (2016)

 

Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando is a Must Do Charity Event featuring the best local culinary talent!

The guy with the biggest smile in the room is Chef Kevin Fonzo! His food always makes me smile too. (2016)

 

Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando is a Must Do Charity Event featuring the best local culinary talent!

The Best Italian comfort food you’ll find is from Chef Kevin Fonzo! This Wagyu Beef Cheeks “Pot Roast” was so tender and tasty. (2016)

 

Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando is a Must Do Charity Event featuring the best local culinary talent!

Chef Brandon McGlamery of Luke’s Kitchen brought lots of treats! This Smoked Skuna Bay Salmon was phenomenal! (2016)

 

Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando is a Must Do Charity Event featuring the best local culinary talent!

Hawkers Asian Street Fare is a popular stop! This Szechuan Chili Wonton was addictive! (2016)

 

Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando is a Must Do Charity Event featuring the best local culinary talent!

If you love tacos, you won’t be disappointed! Black Rooster Taqueria is a winner! (2016)

 

Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando is a Must Do Charity Event featuring the best local culinary talent!

Peterbrooke Chocolatier of Winter Park will add the sweet touch! These truffles were to die for! (2016)

 

Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando is a Must Do Charity Event featuring the best local culinary talent!

You can’t have Western without Pies! P is for Pie brought lots of pies to choose from! (2016)

 

Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando is a Must Do Charity Event featuring the best local culinary talent!

The Sweet Shop served up the yummiest parfaits! (2016)

 

Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando is a Must Do Charity Event featuring the best local culinary talent!

The Coop Crispy Chicken Sliders were a hit! (2016)

 

Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando is a Must Do Charity Event featuring the best local culinary talent!

STK served up Spiced Lamb Loin with sweet potato and date chutney. Yum! (2016)

 

Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando is a Must Do Charity Event featuring the best local culinary talent!

Citrus went with a fancy Duck Confit (2016)

 

Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando is a Must Do Charity Event featuring the best local culinary talent!

These guys were serving up the RumChata with all the western flair! (2016)

 

Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando is a Must Do Charity Event featuring the best local culinary talent!

Comfy outdoor lounge to take a break from all the eating.

 

Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando is a Must Do Charity Event featuring the best local culinary talent!

Hawkers Asian Street Fare served up Siu Yoke and Char Siu (2016)

 

Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando is a Must Do Charity Event featuring the best local culinary talent!

Cigar aficionados! These guys really look the part! (2016)

 

Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando is a Must Do Charity Event featuring the best local culinary talent!

4 Rivers always brings home the meaty goodness! (2016)

 

Cows N Cabs Event in Orlando is a Must Do Charity Event featuring the best local culinary talent!

The man of the night: Chef John Rivers! (2016)

 

For more information and to purchase tickets for the event on Saturday November 3, 2018 please visit www.cowsncabs.com.

I look forward to seeing you there. It’s going to be a rocking good time!

Cheers!

Go Epicurista

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Cheers!

Disclosure: I was an invited media guest of Cows N’ Cabs. No other compensation was received. All opinions are my own. As always, I only share with you experiences worth celebrating to inspire you to #MakeSomedayHappen one delicious bite, sip and trip at a time! For more information on my guidelines, click here. Cheers! 

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🏖️ Relax on sandy beaches
😎 Chill in the sand-bottom pool with drink in hand (we did this most of the day!) it was glorious!
🚿 Wetsuits, masks, snorkel, lockers, & showers 
🐬 Swim with dolphins experience (for additional fee)
Stay tuned for more about the delicious new Caribbean menu and cocktails at Hibiscus Hideaway & Blue Bamboo Bar, all-new food and beverage outlets. I was very impressed with their Food & Beverage program. 
Highly recommend this experience for locals and visitors. The entire day felt like a true vacation! 
💥 Limited time offer: Florida residents save 30% on their 2023 visits and out of state guests save 20% on a Signature Dolphin Swim Package. You can visit anytime in 2023 based on availability but must book by 3/12/23. Options for packages with admission to @seaworldorlando @aquaticaorlando & @bushgardenstampa available 
Go #MakeSomedayHappen 
(hosted) @DiscoveryCove 
#GoEpicOrlando #DiscoveryCove #LoveOrlando
Orlando’s OG Coffee Shop is Back! Where are you Orlando’s OG Coffee Shop is Back! Where are you getting your caffeine & brunch fix this weekend?
@barniescoffeeandtea flagship cafe in Park Avenue, Winter Park has now re-opened with a brighter modern look, new breakfast, lunch & brunch menu, and new coffee blends. Go check it out! 
I was invited to a preview and loved doing a coffee tasting of 4 blends with Christian, Barnie’s head coffee roaster. My favorite was the Guatemala Gehsa with citrus, cocoa nibs and orange blossom notes. We also sampled new menu items. Don’t miss the Shakshuka & the Popovers!
Here’s what we sampled:
☕️ Coffee:
✨Barnie’s Cafe Blend
✨Guatemala Gehsa
✨Birthday Cake Batter (notes of vanilla sprinkles)
✨UCF Pegasus Blend (notes of chocolate & caramel!) yum! 
> I couldn’t resist getting a latte even though it was 6pm! 🤣 Barista Renata did a fab vanilla latte! 
🍳 Breakfast:
✨ Signature Popovers
✨French Toast with fresh truit
✨Shakshuka with poached egg
✨Seasonal Quiche
🥪 Lunch:
✨Cuban Sandwich
✨Roasted BeetSalad
Did you know Barnie’s is Orlando’s original coffee shop? It opened right here in Winter Park in 1980!
Go support local! #MakeSomedayHappen 
#GoEpicOrlando #LoveOrlando #barniescoffeeandtea #orlandocoffee
Hey Orlando Foodies, @orlandocitysc and @orlpride Hey Orlando Foodies, @orlandocitysc and @orlpride games at @exploriastadium just got a whole lot tastier!
Five #OrlandoMade local restaurants are now permanent concessions vendors so you can tame your hunger with the best local tacos, hot dogs, BBQ, Chicken & Burgers in Orlando! 
Thank you Exploria Stadium for inviting me to the media preview. Can’t wait to go cheer on our 2022 US Open Champions at the season opener this Saturday!
Here’s a preview of what we sampled: 
🌮 BLACK ROOSTER TAQUERIA - Chicken Tinga Taco on Flour Tortilla, w. lettuce, radish, cotija cheese, cilantro. Love those tacos! It was nice to see owner Juliana Calloway and Chief Tasting Officer Ryder Calloway dancing! 🕺🏻 @blkroostertaco 🙌🏼
📍 The Wall / Section 24
🌭 HARRELL’S HOT DOGS - Orlando City Stadium Dog features a Nathan’s Hot Dog topped with House Red Onion Sauce, Sauerkraut & Sport Peppers and finished with a Spicy Brown Mustard. Nice to meet owners Drew & David Cardaci! @_whats.up.dog_ 🙌🏼
📍 Section 30
🍖 4 RIVERS SMOKEHOUSE - Orlando’s favorite Pulled Pork Sandwich! Didn’t get to see owner John Rivers did you know you can now pick up 4R sauces & spices at Publix?! @4riverssmokehouse 🙌🏼
📍 Section 31
🐓 THE COOP by 4Rivers - Hand-breaded Chicken Tenders with 4R BBQ sauce @thecoop_wp 🙌🏼
📍 Section 9
🍔 TEAK NEIGHBORHOOD GRILL - Drunken Monk Burger with Smoked Bacon, Provolone Cheese, Roasted Cherry Tomotoes, house-made Angry Orchard Onion Jam, on Herb Mayo & Melted White Cheddor on a Pretzel Bun with Teak Chips. Best Burger in Orlando!  It was so nice to meet owner Jon Proechel after all these years of being a fan of their epic burgers! @teakneighborhoodgrill 🙌🏼
📍 Section 18
🍹MANE-GO MARGARITA - In The Wild Margarita with @camarenatequila - super tasty! 
⭐️ FYI - A Rotating Vendor Cart will feature @cholodogs & @sushieatstation among others 
⚽️ Will you be at the season opener this Saturday? 
#VamosOrlando Let’s Go! #ManEveryWall 💜 
Hosted #GoEpicOrlando #MakeSomedayHappen #ThingsToDoinOrlando
Happy #NationalMargaritaDay 🎉 This is “NOT E Happy #NationalMargaritaDay 🎉
This is “NOT EVERYONE’S MARGARITA” -  But it is mine! Made with Vida Mezcal, Cuervo Traditional Plata Tequila, Jalapeño, Creme de Mure, House Sour, & Black Salt. Epic! 
📍 Go get yours at @paddlefishorl in @disneysprings
Cheers! 
#GoEpicOrlando #MakeSomedayHappen #DisneySprings
Hey Wine Lovers, I almost missed it’s #NationalD Hey Wine Lovers, I almost missed it’s #NationalDrinkWineDay 🥂
Here’s my 3 Favorite Wine Bars in Orlando: 
🍷 @quantumleapwinery - Orlando’s only sustainable winery & cidery, located in Mills 50 District. Try Kaley’s Rescue Red Blend & don’t miss the @thetastytrio “Wine, Cheese & Chocolate”events. 
🍷 @viniawinekitchen - fantastic boutique wines & Italian / Brazilian shareable plates in a charming intimate setting, located in Winter Park. Be sure to ask owner Fabio for his recommendations! 
🍷 @winebargeorge - Orlando’s only Master Sommelier owned restaurant with over 160 wines by the glass, bottle & ounce, located in Disney Springs. Say hi to somm genius George Miliotes and don’t miss their fab boards & wines from around the globe! 
Go #MakeSomedayHappen 
#GoEpicOrlando #OrlandoWine #loveOrlando
Don’t miss “Eat Ice Cream For Breakfast Day” Don’t miss “Eat Ice Cream For Breakfast Day” on Saturday 2/18! 
@kellyshomemadeicecream has created special breakfast-themed ice cream flavors for this annual International Childhood Cancer Awareness event
Order a cup, cone or shake or better yet, get an Ice Cream Flight & try all four! 
🥞 Blueberry Pancake (My favorite!)
🥣 Breakfast Buddies
🥓 Maple Bourbon Bacon
💥 Cinnamon Crunch
🗓️ When: Saturday February 18th, 9am-11am
📍 Where: All Kelly’s Homemade Ice Cream Scoop Shops and participating Counters 
💰 50% of sales during breakfast will be donated to @gktwvillage 
🍦 “Eat Ice Cream For Breakfast Day” was created in 2013 in honor of Malia Grace, by her mom and aunt after she lost her battle with cancer in 2010. Malia Grace loved ice cream and her family wanted to commemorate her birthday, 2/18, in a way that would be fitting for her. During her wish trip at Give Kids The World, she had the opportunity to eat ice cream for breakfast and it was a highlight of the family’s experience. 
🌎 Give Kids The World Village is an 89-acre, whimsical nonprofit in Central Florida that provides critically ill children and their families with magical week-long wish vacations at no cost. Every wish family is treated to accommodations, transportation, donated theme park tickets, all meals and snacks, nightly entertainment, and more. Since 1986, Give Kids The World has welcomed more than 182,000 families from all 50 states and 76 countries.
Stop by Kelly’s and pick up these awesome flavors! But, regardless of where you are, Eat Ice Cream for Breakfast in honor of Malia, and raise awareness for those who battle childhood cancer. 💛
#GoEpicOrlando #eaticecreamforbreakfastday #kellyshomemadeicecream #kellysicecream #orlandoicecream
Happy Valentine’s Day! ♥️ Add a little fire Happy Valentine’s Day! ♥️ Add a little fire & passion to your life, head to @gideonsbakehouse for their Eternal Flame Cookie & Cake. They are 🔥in the best way!
🍰 Eternal Flame Cake is a 3-Layer Double Frosted Chocolate work of art! Red Cherry Buttercream layers and Chocolate Fudge Buttercream mixed with a bit of that Eternal Flame spice on the outer layer. Not too spicy and absolutely decadent! Pair it with a nice bold red wine!
🍪 Eternal Flame Chocolate Cookie packs a nice kick laced with house-made Ancho, Cayenne, and Cinnamon Spice Mix, infused with a magical essence of cherry and topped with Chocolate Covered Cherries. 
❤️ For a limited time, a special version of the Eternal Flame cookie without the spice mix is available too! (Check Gideon’s IG for details)
📍 Available only in February at Gideon’s in East End Market & Disney Springs
Go celebrate with the best cookies and cakes on the planet!
#MakeSomedayHappen #GoEpicOrlando #GideonsBakehouse #DisneySprings #ValentinesDayTreat
For The Love of Chocolate… stop by @peterbrookew For The Love of Chocolate… stop by @peterbrookewp and pick up the best treats for your sweetie and besties 💕
A few of my favorites: 
🍓 Chocolate Covered Strawberries (require advanced order)
❤️ “Jami Choo’s” Chocolate Shoes
💋 Assorted Truffles (loved the red lips!)
♥️ Chocolate Covered Popcorn! 
💖 Baskets with a variety of treats! (Don’t miss the Chocolate Covered Oreos, Cat Tails & Cookies)
☎️ Call the shop to reserve a basket for quick pick up at (407) 644-3200. They’re open regular hours today & 7AM -11:15PM on Valentine’s Day!
🍓 Thank you to Peterbrooke’s creative Cupid chocolatiers for these gorgeous berries! 
#GoEpicOrlando #PeterbrookeWP #winterparkfl
Bon jour! Bon soir, enchante! 💕 The perfect way Bon jour! Bon soir, enchante! 💕 The perfect way to celebrate Galentine’s Day & Valentine’s Day is with the best French pastries in Orlando! 
Thank you @chefstephsteph for these epic @choulalapastries 💕
Pre-order and pick up at either Choulala Park Avenue and 436 location! You’re going to want to get all of this! 
VALENTINE’S DAY DESSERT BOX!
Chef Steph created an epic gourmet assortment of Valentine’s Day delights perfect to share:
💋 (1) Lychee Rose French Kiss Entremet
♥️ (2) Conversation Heart Vanilla Macarons
💝 (2) Crème Brûlée Choux Cream Puffs!
“I LOVE CHOU” BOX includes:
❤️ Passion Fruit, Raspberry & Crème Brûlée Choux Cream Puffs
♥️ Red Velvet, Lavender & Conversation Heart Macaron
❤️ Strawberry Eclair
I also picked up these gorgeous heart shaped entremets:
💜 Exotique: Passion Fruit & Coconut 
💖 Sweeties: Strawberry & Chocolate Brownie
Go enjoy the sweetest Galentine’s & Valentine’s Day #MakeSomedayHappen 
📍Choulala Park Avenue is open regular hours Saturday & Sunday, closed Mon, but will open special hours on V-Day Tuesday 11a-8p.
📍Choulala 436 open regular hours including 10-5pm V- Day
(Hosted) #GoEpicOrlando #BlissfulBite #ChoulalaPastries #Galentines #ValentinesTreats
It’s #NationalPizzaDay but all I’m thinking ab It’s #NationalPizzaDay but all I’m thinking about is Hot Garlic Knots from @official_pizza_bruno 
Have you tried these?  They are a #MustEat in Orlando!
Look for the lit “Hot Knots Now!” sign! 🔥 And, when you think there isn’t enough garlic... there’s more! 🧄 🍕 
Go get some!
#GoEpicOrlando #OrlandoFoodie #MakeSomedayHappen
💜 Feeling the lavender haze... One of my favori 💜 Feeling the lavender haze... One of my favorite foodie experiences of 2022 was dining at Salt & The Cellar by Michelin Chef Akira Back and spending the night at the new @ettehotel - a gorgeous boutique hotel with impeccable attention to detail! I even got to meet @chefakiraback 
So excited I’m going back tonight to check out their new Lipa Rooftop Bar & Restaurant and have reservations for Afternoon Tea next month! 
Add a visit to ette hotel to your Foodie Bucket List for 2023! 
A few favorites from my last visit:
🍸 Fantastic Zero-Proof Cocktails by @jarldevries: It’s Dry January all year long! Featured first is The Kraken, a gorgeous purple cocktail made with Butterfly Pea Flower Tea & Champagne Vinegar
✨ Toro Tartare: A gorgeous board with fatty tuna and accompaniments
✨ Akira Back Tuna Pizza: his famous dish is a Must Eat! 
✨ Spinach Oshitashi Salad: the most gorgeous salad I’ve ever seen! 
✨ NY Strip with Wasabi Kizami Butter, Chimichurri Sauce, & choice of gourmet salts. Amazing! Loved that Espresso salt
✨ Miso Black Cod, yuzu air, pickled cauliflower 
✨ Togarashi Fries & Kimchi Brussels
✨ Dessert: Yuzu Curd and Chocolate in a Cup
☕️ “Where The Cloud Ends” Zero-Proof espresso martini with Yuzu Tonic, Lemon Cordial, Espresso, 0% Coffee Liquor
💜 The lobby decor with lavender and green touches was dreamy.
🧺 They have a Laundry Museum! 
📕 The Book Room features incredible books. The giant picture book requires gloves to review as it is one of a few in the world! 
The hotel is focused on wellness and offers Wellness Suites completely equipped with a full gym! 
Make plans to dine at @saltandthecellarbyakiraback and stay at @ettehotel and GO #MakeSomedayHappen
(Hosted) #GoEpicOrlando #ettehotel #saltandthecellarbyakiraback #experiencekissimmee #LoveOrlando
Don’t let the casual vibe at @jujubysusuru fool Don’t let the casual vibe at @jujubysusuru fool you. The Kappo Bar Omakase experience with Chef Lewis Lin is out of this world (& Michelin-worthy!)
“irasshaimase / come in!” is what you hear first upon entering this revamped Pizza Hut building off Colonial Drive. Everyone is welcome at Juju, one of Orlando’s newest restaurants and one that belongs on every #OrlandoFoodie bucket list! 
I was invited to experience their Kappo Bar and it checked all the boxes for a truly amazing #MakeSomedayHappen experience.
The retro Japanese izakaya-style restaurant serves up a 10-course menu at the bar and a more casual a la carte menu in the dining room. 
Omakase menu changes regularly but always features the five primary cooking techniques (grilling, steaming, frying, simmering, and raw) using local and imported ingredients, in-house dry-aged fish, and binchotan charcoal-fired dishes. Everything is prepared right in front of you for an immersive experience.
And, Don’t miss the fun cocktails! I loved “That Old Pizza Hut” was like an orange creamsicle with Suntory Toki Whiskey served in a Pizza Hut cup! 
Make reservations and go check this Orlando restaurant off your bucket list.
Thank you Chef Lewis and Mai for your outstanding hospitality. I’ll be coming back soon!
(Hosted) #GoEpicOrlando #LoveOrlando #omakase
Hello 2023! Why start the year on a diet? My new y Hello 2023! Why start the year on a diet? My new year’s resolution is to focus on self-care.  Eating healthy and exercising, sure. But also treating myself to more @gideonsbakehouse cookies, cakes & cold brews. Who’s with me? What will you treat yourself with this year?
You want something. Go Get It. Period!
This was my last purchase of 12/31/22... I wanted to start 2023 on a sweet note!
What if my 2023 resolution is to visit Gideon’s every month for their awesome limited-edition treats? 
I think that’s a resolution I can keep!  January’s Butterscotch flavors sound to die for.
Did you hear? The epic Banana Bread Chocolate Chip cookie is now part of the permanent lineup. While the Coffee Cake is my all-time favorite, this one is in the top 3! And, the original Peanut Butter Cold Brew is a must pairing.
What resolution will you set today? Go #MakeSomedayHappen 🎉 Happy New Year everyone!
#GoEpicOrlando #2023resolutions #GideonsBakehouse #DisneySprings
Happy New Year 2023! 🎉 We had a fun and very ch Happy New Year 2023! 🎉 We had a fun and very chill night at @disneysprings. How about you?
I love Progressive Dining and Disney Springs has plenty of options. We just get a spot at the bar and order a drink and a fun bite. Then move on to the next spot. So easy! No reservations required! 
🦀 1st Stop: @paddlefishorl 
Steak Skewers
Crab Topped Fries 
Larceny Old Fashioned 
Capt Handsome - Cathead Vodka & Raspberry 
Mayan Empress - Santa Teresa Añejo Rum, pineapple
🍰 2nd Stop: @homecominfl 
Espresso Martini 
Carrot Cake 
☘️ 3rd Stop: @raglanroadpub 
Great entertainment! 
@guinnessus 
Great Irish Hooley Cocktail - so refreshing with strawberries & Prosecco 
🍪 Not pictured: we managed a stop at @gideonsbakehouse to pick up treats to start the new year!!! (They had a 2 second brief moment with no line around 11pm! I could not resist! I picked up a Banana Bread Chocolate Chip cookie which is now part of the year-round line up! I also got a slice of Golden Oreo cake and a PB Cold Brew to enjoy today! Starting 2023 off right… and not a diet 😂
We went early, had a great time and got home in time to watch the ball drop!!! 🎉
Wishing you all happiness and lots of delicious treats in 2023! 
#GoEpicOrlando #MakeSomedayHappen #DisneySprings
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