PURE JOY. Chefs jumped, screamed and literally sobbed with joy at the Florida Michelin Guide “Reveal 2022” event last night. Let’s embrace the city-wide elation.
Read moreInside the Wacky, Wild and Deliciously Theatrical World of ‘Immersion’ Restaurant at London House Orlando
Immersion Restaurant at London House Orlando is a pop-up, petite, boutique, gourmet extravaganza.
Read moreGyminy Cricket, Now That's a Fitness Center
I’ve been in my share of Ys, Jack LaLannes and hotel exercise rooms. Blend the best features of them all, and you have nothing — nothing! —compared to the Lake Nona Performance Club.
Read moreRave Review: Munchies Live Barbecue Near Orlando
I just tasted possibly the best barbecue I’ve had in Orlando. The ribs, the chicken, the side of greens at Munchies Live BBQ—they’re packed to go at a lakefront campground in a tiny town called Gotha, and also served as part of a two-hour rural experience in the same location.
Read moreSea That? Discovery Cove Takes Strong Covid-Safe Measures
Discovery Cove takes strong Covid-safe measures from replacing unused Rice Krispies Treats to swapping out noodles for life vests in the lazy river.
Read moreOrlando Will Have a Drive-Thru Haunted House
Boo! Seasoned theme park professionals are teaming up to build The Haunted Road, a drive-thru haunted house experience in Orlando.
Read moreLook Ma, No Hands! Orlando's Super-Safe Safaris
I discovered a super-safe safari that’s so well set up you needn’t go near another person nor touch a single item that’s not yours.
Read more8 Essential Cookbooks for Amazing Meals Every Time
If you want to cook amazing meals and you’re not a natural in the kitchen, use excellent recipes. I have come to trust the authors and cookbooks listed below.
Read moreHow to Make Mother's Day Special in Orlando 2020
With no in-classroom teachers guiding kids to make construction paper valentines, and no restaurants churning out a dayfull of brunches, lunches and dinners, kids and spouses need new ideas for making Mother’s Day special in Orlando 2020. Here’s a round-up of offerings by local businesses.
Read moreScore! A Luxurious Weekend of Food, Wine and Fundraising Alongside Orlando Magic Players
This super-aggressive luxurious weekend-long fundraiser – the Orlando Wine Festival & Auction – has food, wine amazing auction items and hobnobbing with Orlando Magic players. Last year, it raised $900,000 – almost a clean million – to help local children.
Read moreFive Fab and Cheap Holiday Gifts for 2019
Here are my nine latest finds. They’re all fab, practical (more or less) and affordable.
Read moreFrumpy? Fancy? No to Both. Just Refined Indulgence with Modern Twists at Ponte Vedra
This isn’t a typical resort housed in a single building. Most guests check in at the original inn, then stay across the street parallel to the beach. The Surf Club with pools and restaurants is there too.
Read moreAlden Suites Has All You Need on St. Pete Beach, Florida
Why I love Alden Suites, how to win a two-night stay there, plus a discount.
Read moreIt's a Scream – Boxi Park Halloween
For its first Halloween, Orlando's Boxi Park goes all out – for several nights – with Halloween theming, from Disney-quality costumed characters to Jell-o "shots" and "Biohazard" cocktails for brave imbibers.
Read moreWhat a Kontrast – This Michelin Restaurant Is Worth the Tab
Kontrast had all that Michelin polish – servers swooping in en masse to serve a whole group at once, for instance, along with copious amounts of stupendously delicious foods. Yet, with its industrial chic confines, Kontrast has a definitive warmth.
Read moreOf Tip Yips and Blue Milk – Dining at Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge
Space ships and villagers will invade Orlando starting this Thursday, as the land Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge opens with convincing landscaping, attractions,and overall immersion into Batuu. Sounds super-cool, but what’s there to eat and drink?
Read moreOrlando Magical Dining Month 2019 – Ravello and Reyes Mezcaleria
For more than a month starting August 23, 120+ restaurants will offer three-course meals – with options – for $35. It’s all part of Orlando Magical DIning Month 2019.
Read moreThat Paul Bocuse Restaurant: Splendid, yet a Tad Too Snooty
I won’t argue with the rating a this Michelin three-star self-described “temple to haute cuisine, yet I found the service a tad too snooty, and not quite as polished as I’ve seen elsewhere. Here are my niggles.
Read moreWin Two Tickets to Science of Wine Orlando
Win two tickets to Science of Wine Orlando, a way-fun fundraiser for grown-ups only.
Read moreOnce Is Enough – Goat Yoga Orlando
I do not like goat yoga Orlando. I may be alone. Everyone I tried it with yesterday seemed to have a blast.
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