Thursday, December 11, 2025

Chefs

Chef’s Profile: Chef Jes Tantalo of Redlight Redlight in Orlando’s Audubon Park

This piece first appeared in The Community Paper, March 2024 You may have seen Chef Jes Tantalo around town before, cooking up behind the scenes...

Interview with Chef/Owner Eddie Nickell of Orlando’s Bites & Bubbles in Mills 50!

Meet Chef and Owner Eddie Nickell, the mastermind behind all of our menus at the iconic Bites & Bubbles restaurant in Orlando's Mills 50. While...

Inside Look: Vinzo’s Italian Grill and Pizzeria

Vinzo's Italian Grill and Pizzeria is a testament to the enduring love affair between Orlando's food lovers and the exquisite flavors of Italy. I had...

Inside Look: Snack Swag – Orlando Bakery / Cakes / Pastry by Meiji May

My wife and I recently celebrated our 7th Wedding Anniversary and for that occasion, I called upon Snack Swag's Meiji May to create a...

Inside Look: New 2020 Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic: Limited Edition

We were invited to Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort to experience the first Food & Wine Classic: Limited Edition and we enjoyed our...

First Look: Tabla Indian Cuisine opens on Winter Park’s Park Avenue

Tabla Indian, Thai, Chinese Cuisine, one of my favorite Indian restaurants in Orlando, has recently opened their second in Winter Park on Park Avenue...

Crave Bakehouse – Keto Donuts and More – Mt Dora

Interview with Crave Bakehouse's Barbara Cook - Lead Owner / Investor and Alyssa the Baker / Part Owner How did you get started with baking?  Alyssa:...

The Osprey debuts New Seafood Menu led by Chef de Cuisine Anthony Watler

As Florida has moved to Phase 2,  a brand-new menu has debuted at The Osprey, focusing on seafood cuisine and an expanding oyster bar! The...

Oh My Gyro! – Longwood – Q and A with Tanaz Kermali

At Oh My Gyro, they serve authentic New York Halal Cart Food, which mainly consists of gyro meat, and chicken served on a bed...

#OrlandoToGo: Takeout Inside Look: Soco – Thornton Park

Governor Ron DeSantis issued Executive Order 20-71, directing all restaurants and food establishments within the State of Florida to suspend on-premises food and alcohol...

#OrlandoToGo: Takeout Inside Look: Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steakhouse

Governor Ron DeSantis issued Executive Order 20-71, directing all restaurants and food establishments within the State of Florida to suspend on-premises food and alcohol...

Inside Look: Omni Orlando Championsgate – Zen, Trevi’s, David’s Club

We were invited to Omni Orlando Resort at Championsgate for a collaborative dinner between three of the hotel's restaurants: Zen, David's Club and Trevi's,...

Inside Look: A Refresh at Hemingway’s at Hyatt Grand Cypress Regency with Chef David Didzunas

Established in 1984, Hemingway’s is Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress’ signature restaurant drawing inspiration from the places and travels of the eponymous writer Ernest Hemingway...







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James Beard Award Nominated Chef Brandon McGlamery to Open New Restaurant – The Reverie, An American Brasserie, in Winter Park

Chef Brandon McGlamery is collaborating with Foundry Hospitality's Brandon...

Orlando’s Best New Year’s Eve Dining and Celebration Guide

As Orlando prepares to welcome 2026, the city’s dining...

Our Top 18 Tips for Visiting Tokyo, Japan – A Foodie’s Guide to Japan – Spring 2026 Edition – Part 1

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After Closures in 2020, Sweet Tomatoes Returns to Florida in 2026

The beloved Sweet Tomatoes is set to return to...

This Beloved Michelin Recognized Italian Restaurant in Winter Park Reopens after “Riposo” – Prato on Park Avenue

Prato is a Michelin-recognized Italian restaurant owned and operated...