“It’s the most wonderful time of the year!” Yes, it’s Orlando Magical Dining Month. Three-course dinner, USD 33.00 plus tax, tip not included. There is no better time of year to test drive a new anniversary, birthday, or any-day spot on a budget. Restaurants all over the spectrum participate, and this year part of the […]
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Kappo Dinner at East End Market
Eleven courses. Sounds like a lot doesn’t it? But really, it was the perfect amount. Kappo, a restaurant style where food served to guests seated in the kitchen, recently hosted a series of pop-up dinners with different themes. The final June dinner before their grand opening at East End Market last week echoed the theme […]
Travel Bite: Food and Sake in Kyoto
Oyakodon. Ramen. Japanese diner staple food. A rice bowl topped with a chicken-egg-onion scramble, and a bowl full of tasty broth with noodles and toppings. These were the first things Mr. Forkful and I ate after a late-March 19-hour flight into Narita International and a loong late-night train ride to Kyoto. Not the romanticized idea I had in my head […]
Sushi Pop in Oviedo: Highlights
Mr. Forkful and I were fortunate enough to have spent two weeks in Japan from late March to early April this year — he eloquently shared our adventure and photos on his blog (http://adamfortuna.com/japan/)— and ever since the trip we have been a little fearful that sushi would never taste the same. Tsukiji Market in Tokyo, […]
PechaKucha in the Name of Love
PechaKucha (puh-CHA keh-SHAW) — although I can only seem to say peh-chach-ka — Orlando just celebrated its twelfth anniversary with talks that pay tribute to love in all its forms. Quilts? Lost love? Tech love? All that and more was represented by some amazing speakers including Carolyn Moor (Modern Widows Club), Thomas Thorspecken (Analog Artist Digital World), […]
Quantum Leap Winery, La Femme Du Fromage, and Peterbrooke
A few weeks ago the lovely Lisa Wilk (Orlando Uncorked, Taste Cook Sip) organized an event in conjunction with Quantum Leap Winery and La Femme du Fromage herself, Tonda Corrente. The ladies of Central Florida Lady Bloggers Wine had a very happy hour pairing Quantum Leap’s signature whites and reds, include Kailey’s Rescue Red, with […]
Top Central Florida Restaurants From Kissimmee to Orlando 2013
That go-to spot for fish tacos, or that must-have burger — everyone has a favorite haunt they don’t think twice to revisit. Those are the places that should end up on top ten lists or as recommendations to visitors, but that doesn’t always happen. I have dug through the depths of my smartphone to bring […]
Vespr Craft Coffee & Allures in Waterford Lakes
VESPR Meet Edd Siu, the owner and creative mind behind Vespr Craft Coffee & Allures. He is continuing the tradition of a social gathering place around ethically obtained, sustainable coffees and teas. All coffees and teas served at Vespr are Fair Trade, so farmers are guaranteed a minimum price directly from importers for their product. The […]
Christner’s Prime Steak & Lobster 20th Anniversary
My top three unforgettable, melt-in-my-mouth protein experiences in Orlando so far are the Duck Sous Vide at Ravenous Pig, The Capital Grille Pointe Orlando’s Porterhouse Steak, and Christner’s Filet Mignon. Last month Del Frisco’s celebrated their twentieth anniversary and relaunched as Christner’s Prime Steak & Lobster. Christner’s re-introduced itself with an anniversary charity event, the […]
Three Florida Food Trucks and Nerdy Cake Pops, Oh My!
A few months ago I had my annual nerd-out at Megacon, the largest comic book convention in the American southeast. There were tons of awesome cuddly plushies, celebrities, and cosplays! Plus, a fascinating panel about the iconic Star Trek episode “The Inner Light” — Next Generation fans will understand. There was also some unexpected nerdy […]