Cask and Larder Chef Dennis Bernard has ties to 2013 James Beard Award Outstanding Chef Winner
Local Chef Dennis Bernard – Chef de Cuisine/Partner, Cask & Larder worked under 2013 James Beard Outstanding Chef winner Chef Paul Kahan’s Blackbird for almost five years in… Read More »
Bento Group to bring KASA Tapas and Raw Bar to downtown Orlando
Bento Group’s new concept KASA Tapas and Raw Bar is taking over the space formerly occupied by Urban Flats at the downtown Plaza this June 2013. The KASA… Read More »
Bonefish Grill opens in Disney Area in Kissimmee
Founded in 2000 in St. Petersburg, Fla., Bonefish Grill specializes in market-fresh fish and other wood-grilled specialties. They recently opened a new location near Disney World at the… Read More »
Taqueria Del Sol – Orlando opening October 1st 2012
James Beard Award nominated Taqueria del Sol (TDS), a twelve-year old fast-casual successful restaurant and franchise brand that features a winning combination of a simple menu with eclectic and flavorful dishes,… Read More »
Cask and Larder – Photos of the Interior design – Schmidt Design Studio
Cask & Larder, a restaurant and craft brewery owned by husband and wife team James and Julie Petrakis, is set to open on September 5th 2012 at Orange… Read More »
The Ravenous Pig: Seasons of Florida
The Ravenous Pig Releases Its New Cookbook of Seasonal Specialties In The Ravenous Pig: Seasons of Florida, James and Julie Petrakis showcase their home state. With dozens of… Read More »
Peterbrooke Chocolatier of Winter Park Celebrates International Bacon Day 9-1-2012
PETERBROOKE CHOCOLATIER OF WINTER PARK CELEBRATES INTERNATIONAL BACON DAY: 9/1 Help Local Chocolatier Tip the 10,000 Mark for Chocolate-Covered Bacon Pieces Sold WHAT: With a goal to tip… Read More »
The Capital Grille’s Summer Plates Menu and Generous Wine Pour events
Back by popular demand, the Summer “Plates” menu at The Capital Grille on International Drive marks the return of the Wagyu Cheeseburger with Fried Egg and Crisp Onions – served… Read More »
Orlando’s Del Frisco’s becomes Christner’s Del Frisco’s Prime Steak & Lobster
As reported in Scott Joseph’s Orlando Restaurant Guide, Del Frisco’s on Lee Road has now officially become Christner’s Del Frisco’s Prime Steak & Lobster, which was founded in… Read More »
The Ravenous Pig – National Rainier Cherry Day
The Ravenous Pig is representing the state of Florida in Northwest Cherries’ national campaign for National Rainier Cherry Day. For the second year, NW Cherries has selected one iconic restaurant in each… Read More »
The Secret Menu at Starbucks revealed
Came across this tonight, the secret menu of drinks at Starbucks. What are some of your favorite “secret” menu items at your local restaurants and shops? Comment below!… Read More »
Heartsong Cookies and Moo truck – Help the dream come true!
Morgan C., a reader and friend of TastyChomps.com, recently e-mailed me about Katie Paiva of Heartsong Cookies and her dreams of owning her food truck. Here is what… Read More »
The Ravenous Pig’s first beer “Ravenous Ruby Red”
Photo Credit: Michael Lothrop Here’s a complete description of The Ravenous Pig’s first beer from Brewmaster Ron Raike to debut this Wednesday at the Taste of Winter… Read More »
Seasons 52 – Spring 2012 Menu
Seasons 52, the highly-acclaimed fresh grill and wine bar restaurant, introduced its new spring menu on March 20. “During the spring, farmer’s markets and grocers are full of… Read More »
FFF2012 Interview: David Gelb, Director of Jiro Dreams of Sushi
Deep inside a Tokyo subway station is a humble 10-seat, sushi-only restaurant run by 85 year-old Jiro Ono, considered by many to be the world’s greatest sushi chef…. Read More »
Hollerbach Willow Tree, local businesses, in Sanford affected by Trayvon Martin case
The case of Trayvon Martin’s death and George Zimmerman in Sanford, Florida, a suburb north of Orlando in Seminole County has brought unexpected repercussions to Sanford’s local businesses… Read More »
Exclusive New Details and a Brewmaster announced for Cask and Larder
Chef/Owners James and Julie Petrakis of The Ravenous Pig I had the opportunity to talk to Erin Allport of The Ravenous Pig recently about the upcoming Cask and… Read More »
Central Florida James Beard Award Nominees snubbed again…
Another year, another no win for our Central Florida area chefs. As reported by Scott Joseph and Tampa Bay Tribune’s Jeff Houck, who are both judges for the… Read More »
APC Great American Pie Festival sponsored by Crisco® April 28-29 2012 in Celebration, Fla.
The Great American Pie Festival is coming back in town! It’s a great family fun event. Check out my post from last year’s event here: http://tastychomps.com/2011/04/great-american-pie-festival-photos.html Below is the… Read More »
James Beard Awards Nominees 2012 – Central Florida nabs 3 noms
The James Beard Foundation announced the nominees for the 2012 Restaurant and Chef Award Semifinalists today. The James Beard Foundation is dedicated to celebrating, preserving, and nurturing America’s… Read More »
Fin.esse Valentine’s Day menu!
Fin.esse finesse-therestaurant.com 7025 County Road 46-A Suite# 1011 Lake Mary, FL 32746 (407) 805-9220 VALENTINE’S DAY MENU FEBRUARY 14TH 2012 “…a 4 course dining experience” Limited Seating, RSVP… Read More »
Rosen Hotels celebrate Valentine’s Day
Check out Rosen Hotel’s events for Valentine’s Day below: Rosen Shingle Creek 9939 Universal Blvd Orlando, Florida 32819 (407) 996-9939 Cala Bella – three-course gourmet meal: http://www.rosenshinglecreek.com/2012-Valentines.asp The… Read More »
Fogo De Chao Brazilian Steakhouse coming to International Drive Orlando
Fogo De Chao, a Brazilian Churrascaria/steakhouse based out of Sao Paulo, Brazil is coming to Orlando’s International Drive area just across from the old Rangetsu building, set… Read More »
