We’re wrapping up May 2020 with a lot of Central Florida foodie and dining news to report on this week, from new openings to closings to free doughnuts (say what?), and more.
Here is the news you need to know this week:
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CitySurfing Orlando’s Picks For Cinco De Mayo 2020 In Central Florida .. #CincoDeMayo #OrlandoToGo
Cinco de Mayo is an annual holiday in Mexico, which commemorates the Mexican army’s unlikely victory over the French forces of Napoleon III on May 5, 1862, at the Battle of Puebla.
American’s celebrate Cinco de Mayo, too, but let’s be honest…it’s mostly an opportunity to celebrate Mexican culture, and enjoy adult Mexican beverages.
But in 2020, Cinco de Mayo will be celebrated for the most part at home due to COVID-19.
Thankfully several Orlando-area restaurants are stepping up with take-out meals and beverage kits for you to purchase for your own celebration.
Here are some of the best options I’ve found (some offerings are available on more than May 5, and are noted as such):
Out and About: The New Lunch Menu at Osprey Tavern
Last month, The Osprey Tavern in Baldwin Park added a lunch menu to their offerings, and invited us to come try it out.
The restaurant was founded by Orlando restaurateurs Jason & Sue Chin, who also own the popular Seito Sushi across the street. From its opening in March 2015, The Osprey Tavern has been a favorite among local foodies.
Orlando Dining News Round-Up September 3, 2016: The Osprey Tavern, Fuzzy’s Taco Shop, Peterbrooke Chocolatier
In this week’s Orlando dining news round-up: chef’s dinners, charity chocolate, openings, and a closing. Are you hungry? Let’s dive in…
As part of this year’s Orlando Pride, several chefs will come together for Taste of Pride on October 8. Participating chefs include Art Smith, Kathleen Blake, Cat Cora, Melissa Kelly, and Kevin Fonzo. Tickets are $150 per person, and following the event, guests will have prime viewing spots for the fireworks over Lake Eola.
2016 Negroni Week Hits Orlando June 6-12
The 2016 Negroni Week charity event takes place from June 6-12, with over 30 participating Central Florida bars and restaurants.
Negroni Week launched in 2013 as a celebration of one of the world’s great cocktails and an effort to raise money for charitable causes around the world.
Orlando Dining Round-Up November 13, 2015: Free Baklava from Taverna Opa Orlando, Tappings from Orlando Brewing, New Openings, and More
In this week’s dining news round-up, we bring some tasty news about free baklava from Taverna Opa Orlando, brewery openings, seasonal menu items, plus much more. Ready?
Taverna Opa Orlando at Pointe Orlando is celebrating National Baklava Day on November 17 with free baklava all day long. The phyllo dough and honey dessert, native to the Middle East and Greek islands, is made fresh daily at Taverna Opa using local and imported ingredients.