Thursday, December 11, 2025

Openings

NEW: The Drake Kitchen + Bar Opens In Downtown Orlando

The Drake Kitchen + Bar recently opened its brand-new downtown Orlando dining room and gathering place featuring a curated, locally sourced menu of elevated...

Inside Look: Rosa Mexicano opens first Orlando location at Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort

Did you know the iconic Rosa Mexicano officially opened its newest and first Orlando location last week at Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin...

First Look: Volcano Hot Pot opens on International Drive

We were invited to the grand opening of Volcano Hot Pot & BBQ - International Drive, located across the street from Orlando International Premium...

Teak Neighborhood Grill opens second location in the Village at Lake Lily – Maitland

The most popular and most requested burger, Drunken Monk - Angry Orchard onion jam, roasted cherry tomatoes, smoked bacon, herb mayo, provolone cheese &...

Cafe Rio Mexican Grill giving away free meal and drink with first Florida restaurant opening in Winter Park

Fast-casual chain Cafe Rio Mexican Grill will give a free meal and drink to the first 300 people that are at the ribbon cutting...

Miami’s wildly successful Bocas Grill opens first Orlando location in Dr. Phillips

We are so happy to announce that Miami's very popular Bocas Grill has finally arrived to Orlando bringing its fusion of vibrant Latin contemporary food,...

New tea room near Disney is a family business: Celebration Tea Room

Local entrepreneurs and mother/daughter team, Jane Livelsberger & Cate O’Brien (pictured above) have opened the doors to their steampunk 1920’s inspired Celebration Tea Room near...

The Waterfront’s Blogger’s Dinner

We were invited to a media event at a new lakefront restaurant named The Waterfront.  This American restaurant was bought in February and opened...

Openings and Coming Soon: Snowbean Cafe and Halal Guys

SNOWBEAN Cafe at Colonial And Semoran Korean Dessert Cafe "SNOWBEAN" is now open at 5310 E Colonial Dr, Orlando, sharing the same address as Izziban...

Capa Restaurant at Four Seasons Resort Orlando features Special Matsusaka Wagyu Beef

Capa steakhouse at Four Seasons Resort Orlando offers a “From Matsusaka With Love” special for Valentine’s Day weekend - In February 2016, for the first time...

Sugar Factory – International Drive – Orlando Eye

My sweet tooth was satisfied at Sugar Factory's media event last Thursday. Sugar Factory is located right next to the Orlando Eye on International Drive....

The Florida Mall opens their new Dining Pavilion

The 105,000 square-foot Dining Pavilion at the Florida Mall will feature unique dining options, additional retailers and an expanded seating area, opening in...

Bento Asian Kitchen and Sushi Cafe – UCF University – First Look

Bento Asian Kitchen + Sushi has finally opened this week at the UCF / University location. This is their 7th location in Florida, with other...







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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...

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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...