If you like it hot, you’ll want to check out Poca’s Hottest 7th Annual Sauce Cook-Off & Food Drive at Will’s Pub on Sunday, April 29.
There will be plenty of food, from the cook-off recipes featuring Poca’s Hot Sauces, to free tacos from 2:30-5:30pm.
Uncork your inner sommelier and scientist at the 8th annual Science of Wine at the Orlando Science Center on Saturday, April 28, 2018.
Presented by Southern Glazer’s Wines and Spirits, Science of Wine is not just another wine tasting, but an oenological odyssey with presentations on multiple aspects of wine growing and wine tasting.
In this week’s Orlando dining news round-up: several new soon-to-be open restaurants, a new happy hour, and doughnuts. Are you hungry? Let’s dive in…
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Earlier this year, Krispy Kreme Doughnuts held a poll and let fans vote on what the next specialty glaze should be. Lemon won, and it will be available in all Central Florida Krispy Kreme locations for one week only from April 23-29, 2018.
By popular demand, SeaWorld Orlando’s Seven Seas Food Festival has been extended through April 29, offering guests an additional two weekends to explore the 60 unique eats, 70 craft brews, and 50 wines and spirits.
For the remaining two weeks, the event takes delicious inspiration from Latin American flavor and tradition.
In honor of the 20th anniversary of Disney’s Animal Kingdom, the park will host a series of Tiffins Talks Dining Events from April 22 to May 4.
Tiffins Talks are intimate dining experiences that allow guests to enjoy specialty food and beverages that complement the topics shared by animal and conservation experts.
The events schedule, including speakers, is as follows:
In this week’s Orlando dining news round-up: several new soon-to-be open restaurants, and an anniversary special. Are you hungry? Let’s dive in…
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Hawkers Asian Street Fare will be opening its second Central Florida location at The Grove in Windermere on Wednesday, April 18 [update: New open date is Monday, April 23]. The restaurant features 4500-sq-ft, with 150 seats and a dog-friendly patio (above photo).
After 20 years of operation, it looks like the Crossroads of Lake Buena Vista shopping center will be closed to make way for new ramps planned for the I-4 Ultimate Expansion project.
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) is currently negotiating to buy the Crossroads, according to Growth Spotter, and they have the lone appraisal of $145 million for the property.
FDOT plans to eventually reconfigure an Interstate 4 interchange at State Road 535 with a design that would require demolition of the shopping center.
In the new Toy Story Land that opens June 30th at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Woody’s Lunch Box will serve up classic on-the-go items with a creative twist, and we’ve had a look at the menu.
In Andy’s imagination, even toys have to grab a bite to eat now and then, so he took a vintage Woody-themed lunch box and propped it open with a giant thermos to create a picnic for his green army men.
While Andy’s away, Woody’s Lunch Box will serve up tasty meals and old-fashioned soda floats. Guests will even spot green army men in a nearby lookout tower, standing watch for Andy’s return.
Food items on the menu include:
In this week’s Orlando dining news round-up: several new soon-to-be open restaurants, and special dinner events. Are you hungry? Let’s dive in…
National Beer Day is tomorrow, April 7, and there are a variety of events and local breweries to enjoy a brew or two (or more).
This date was designated National Beer Day because on his day in 1933, President Franklin Roosevelt took the first step toward ending Prohibition and signed a law that allowed people to brew and sell beer as long as it remained below 4.0% alcohol by volume (ABV). Despite the low ABV, Americans were thrilled to be able to purchase beer for the first time in thirteen years.
Here are CitySurfing Orlando’s picks for celebrating this historical American day:
Want to enjoy a delicious meal while giving back to your local community? Join the “Make Giving A Habit” charity challenge on Saturday, April 7, at all three Central Florida locations of Habit Burger Grill.
Enjoy award-winning Charburgers, signature sandwiches, hand-cut salads, and more all while giving back to the local community!
April 2018 offers a lot of spring dining for Central Florida foodies. There are so many special dinners and food festivals happening all month long.
Here are some of the great food and drink events you might want to check out:
Dragonfly Robata Grill and Sushi in Dr. Phillips is hosting its first-ever Unlimited Izakaya Lunch on Easter Sunday, April 1, and we want you to attend!
You’ll enjoy live chef’s stations, unlimited reorders, and an Easter Gift for the kids.
The menu includes unlimited:
In this week’s Orlando dining news round-up: several new restaurants, special menu items, and free ice cream. Are you hungry? Let’s dive in…
Yelp, the online review site, is hosting its Restaurant Week in Orlando from March 18-24, allowing members to try new-to-them eateries at a discount…and rediscover old favorites.
All week long participating restaurants will set an exclusive offer of 30% off for members. But here’s the catch: you have to check-in on the Yelp app to unlock the discount.
Participating restaurants include: