Master Sommelier George Miliotes will bring his renowned wine expertise to Disney Springs at Walt Disney World Resort when his new venture, Wine Bar George, opens in fall 2017. Wine Bar George will be the only Master Sommelier-led wine bar in Florida. For our original post, click here!
Here’s the first look of the space, looking forward to their grand opening!
In a world of “trendy” modern-Southern-fare, it’s refreshing to experience both authentic flavors and hospitality. Poised to make quite the splash in the Central Florida dining scene, Holler & Dash boasts a menu of Southern comfort food with a modern twist that emphasizes signature biscuits. Holler & Dash uses a French pastry technique to achieve a buttery, layered biscuit that combines a perfectly soft interior with a crunchy top and an overall sturdiness to hold a bounty of fresh ingredients.
This ‘fine casual’ fare offers sustainable ingredients such as cage free eggs, organic, hormone-free proteins and fair trade and single origin coffees. Additionally, finding small artisan partners to deliver high-end food is a high priority for this emerging brand. Here are some of the fabulous biscuits we tasted, these items are worth a trip out to Celebration!
Complementing this southern-inspired fare is a beverage selection featuring craft beer and wine, coffee from Orlando’s Lineage Roasting and innovative flavors of handcrafted sodas such as pineapple basil and mango-jalapeño mash. To support Florida’s local farms, Holler & Dash is serving fresh juices from the local groves of Lambeth Grove and Seminole Pride Noble. The Celebration restaurant also created a seasonal strawberry lemongrass soda as a nod to Plant City’s strawberry harvest.
True to its Southern roots, at Holler & Dash, you’ll feel like you’re an old friend. So make a jaunt down I-4 and experience these delectable biscuits!
From Epcot to Downtown Orlando, The City Beautiful is bursting with fall food events. One that’s not to be missed next year is the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic. Featuring an astonishing number of wine stations, food and wine seminars and chef meet and greats, this two day event was quite the show.
With more food and drink stations this year, there were numerous opportunities to sip and savor along the resort’s causeway. The expanded space gave everyone a little more breathing room and the lines were minimal! Here’s what we tasted and enjoyed during the event:
Thanks Swan and Dolphin, we can’t wait to see what you have cooking for next year’s event!
From tapas to distinctive wines, Spanish flavors are coming on strong in the culinary world. Spanish food is hot, and it’s bound to become the next mainstream taco or Asian craze. New to our dining scene is Bulla (“boo-ya”) Gastrobar, which has officially opened at Lakeside Crossing in Winter Park. Bulla, which is Spanish slang for “chatter”, boasts an energetic, vibrant atmosphere with traditional tapas and creative libations.
The menu highlights vibrant Spanish cuisine that is simple and clean, but with an artisanal twist. Assisting with their culinary creations is the Josper oven which is both an oven and grill. This ensures a quick cook time, vast flavors and an exceptional finished dish. We ventured over to Bulla last week and enjoyed a wide range of the menu among a lively weeknight crowd.
Make sure these dishes end up on your table!
Bulla Gastrobar is located at 110 Orlando Ave., Suite #7, open daily for lunch and dinner and brunch on Saturdays and Sundays. Follow Bulla Gastrobar on Facebook and Instagram @BullaGastrobar.
The partners of Park Lights Hospitality Group – led by visionary chef Brandon McGlamery and operations maven Tim Noelke, are opening their third restaurant concept, Luke’s Kitchen and Bar later this year. While Luma on Park encompasses progressive American cuisine and Prato has established itself as an authentic Italian eatery, Luke’s Kitchen and Bar will offer classic American cuisine and cocktails. The new concept will be located at 640 South Orlando Avenue in Maitland, FL.
Executive Chef Derek Perez and McGlamery worked in tandem to curate a menu that highlights classic American fare, using seasonal ingredients and responsibly-sourced proteins. Inspired by the culinary traditions from coast to coast, Luke’s Kitchen and Bar will deliver carefully curated oysters, an extensive raw bar, an array of soups and sandwiches, and entrees cooked over an open fire grill and rotisserie. Starters will include Pork Belly and Deviled Eggs, Chicken Wings and house-made Parker Rolls. Guests can enjoy dishes from the sea or land with offerings that include Raw Oysters, Ceviche, Prime Rib and Roast Chicken, with a selection of vegetables and sides.
Inspired by timeless American libations, the bar program will feature signature classic cocktails using house-made ingredients that complement the menu. Luke’s Kitchen and Bar will offer a wide-ranging, hand selected array of fine wines and craft beer available on draft, in bottles and in cans.
Designed by The Johnson Studio, Luke’s Kitchen and Bar will welcome guests to a contemporary designed two-story building with an interactive open kitchen and oyster bar. The 6700 square-foot restaurant will seat 220 guests and will also offer patio seating and private dining options.
We can’t wait to visit!
The humidity is less oppressive, boots are coming out of the closet and locals have started praising the weather. All of which can only mean one thing, it’s PATIO season y’all! So break out those winter (ish) coats and snag a table outside. Here’s where you should visit for dining alfresco during this glorious season!
Cheers to you Florida fall.
Photo Credits: Baoery, all other photos taken by Spork
Orlando Science Center will host the 10th annual Neanderthal Ball on Saturday, November 5 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. to benefit its mission to inspire science learning for life. This year marks the final Neanderthal Ball with the theme of “Celebrate our Evolution.” Guests are invited to celebrate 10 years of Neanderthal Ball and what it has helped achieve for Orlando Science Center.
The prehistoric-themed event, located in the Science Center’s DinoDigs exhibit, includes a night of dancing, dining, and a silent auction. The auction will feature over 75 unique packages, including offerings from the Arnold Palmer Invitational, the Kennedy Space Center, unique experiences, and local restaurant packages.
During the event, guests will dance the evening away with live music from the local band, Running with Scissors, and enjoy gourmet creations from Puff ‘N Stuff Event Catering. Neanderthal Ball will fuel the celebration with drinks provided by Tito’s Vodka, a wine bar, and beer provided by Orlando Brewing Company.
Proceeds from Neanderthal Ball will help fund educational programs at Orlando Science Center, plus support opportunities for youth and families to experience the Science Center regardless of income or educational background.
The cost of the event is $150 per person for the general public and $125 for Orlando Science Center Members. Sponsorships are still available, offering a number of benefits and promotional opportunities, including blocks of tickets to the event and recognition onsite.
For more information or to purchase tickets, please visit www.osc.org/neanderthal-ball or call 407-514-2000. For sponsorship information, please contact Sara Haight at 407-514-2233 or shaight@osc.org.
Photo Credits: Orlando Science Center