ICYMI: Hawkers is opening a second Central Florida location in Windermere. Located within Tavistock’s newest development currently under construction at The Grove, Hawkers will occupy 4,500 square feet of ground floor space within the 31,500-square-foot, mixed-use building. Since the brand’s inception in 2011 with the Orlando – Mills 50 location, Hawkers has opened three additional Florida locations in Jacksonville, Neptune Beach, and St. Petersburg. This new location marks the brand’s fifth restaurant opening. A sixth location is planned for March 2018 in Atlanta’s, marking the brand’s expansion outside the state of Florida.
The approachable menu changes with the seasons and features house favorites such as Roti Canai and Pad Thai (my favorite menu item). Signatures rank among the favorites with items including Lettuce Wraps and the Po Po Lo’s Curry (a passed-down vegetable and protein curry dish), which uses a recipe given by Founder Allen Lo’s family. Hawkers is also on UberEats so it’s easy to enjoy that Pad Thai in your pajamas – not that we’d know anything about that of course….
If you’re up for a cooking we’ve got a super easy recipe that’s perfect for summer. Refreshing and seasonal, you’ll want to enjoy this dish every week! Pair with Snowbirds Rosé from local Chef Jamie McFadden of Cuisiniers and Winemaker Norm Saley.
- 2.5 Oz.of Finely Shredded Green Papaya
- 1/2 Oz. of Finely Shredded Carrots
- 1 Tbsp. Crushed Roasted Peanuts
- 2 Oz. Poached Shrimp (cut down to bite size pieces)
- 2 tsp. Chiffonade Basil
- 2 Fluid Oz. Dressing
- Place finely shredded green papaya, carrots and dressing together in a mixing bowl and blend together
- Add the basil, cilantro, and shrimp to toss together with the salad mix
- Plate and garnish with crushed peanuts
- 4 fluid ounces Water
- 8 fluid ounces Lemon-Lime Soda
- 3 fluid ounces Fish Sauce (recommended Squid Brand)
- 6 tablespoons Sugar
- 1 tablespoon Chili Paste (Sambal Olek)
- On the stovetop, slightly simmer the water. Add sugar and mix well until dissolved
- Turn off the heat and transfer the liquid to a cold mixing bowl
- Add the remaining ingredients and mix well
- Cover and let sit in the refrigerator
- Enjoy!