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Settling In

With Italian-inspired dishes and a relaxed atmosphere, Sette is making itself at home here in Orlando. Sette (pronounced Se-TAY) opened in Ivanhoe Village in March, taking over the space that formerly housed Stir and before that Nova; the former lasted for seven months while the latter stuck it out for about a year and a half. Suffice it to say, restaurants have not had much staying... Read More

Best of the Best 2019

Each year, we like to take inventory of some of Orlando’s BESTS. From the best food to the best shops to the best places for pampering yourself to the best activities for family fun. After a number of years of packing our Best of the Best list with all this goodness, you’d think we’d have run out of recommendations by now? But as always, compiling this feature reminds us that... Read More

The Ultimate Foodie Guide

Recipes. ★ How Tos. ★ What to Know. Food has a way of bringing people together and we thought what better way to connect with our readers than by putting together our first-ever food lover’s guide. We’ll tell you how to properly make homemade pasta, what you need to know about purchasing fresh seafood and why befriending your local butcher may be in your best interest. We... Read More

Palate: April 2018

TOP FIVE: OMELETS BOSTONIAN AT OMELET BAR, EAST ORLANDO This spot adjacent to the University of Central Florida is all about the all-mighty omelet. Although you can customize your own with the bar’s many ingredients, the Bostonian should be on your radar. This dish is made with three eggs tossed with lobster, pepper jack cheese, mushrooms, diced tomatoes and red onions, and then... Read More

Glad to Be Home

Now that he’s returned to his native Florida and opened up a restaurant at Disney Springs, Art Smith is right where he belongs. Read More  Read More

Palate: January 2018

A quintet of tasty things to try this month AND libations you’re sure to love… Read More  Read More

Side Dish: January 2018

Restaurant news from throughout Greater Orlando… Read More  Read More

Palate: December 2017

A quintet of tasty things to try this month & libations you’re sure to love… Read More  Read More

Dining Review: Escape to Italy

Enzo’s on the Lake proves attention to detail stands the test of time. Read More  Read More

Side Dish December 2017

Restaurant news from throughout Greater Orlando Read More  Read More

Holy Cow

The quintessential American hamburger has cultivated a cult-like following, and we’re not ashamed to flaunt our membership… Read More  Read More

November Palate

Top 5 french toast and gin drinks we know you’ll love… Read More  Read More

Dining Review: Capa

At the Four Seasons’ Capa, everything is elevated, from the rooftop perch to the exquisite plates coming out of the kitchen… Read More  Read More

Side Dish November 2017

Restaurant news from throughout Greater Orlando… Read More  Read More

Palate October 2017

Top 5: Nachos— A tasty quintet of tasty things to try this month Read More  Read More

Dining Review: DoveCote

Thanks to a solid pedigree and a menu full of creative cocktails and well-prepared plates, downtown Orlando’s DoveCote rises above the rest. Read More  Read More

Side Dish October 2017

Restaurant news from throughout Greater Orlando… Read More  Read More

Palate September 2017

Top 5: Wings — A tasty quintet of tasty things to try this month Read More  Read More

Dining Review: Hamilton’s Kitchen

Hamilton's Kitchen

An Orlando resident for more than 25 years, Michael Lit is the executive chef for Central Florida Regional Hospital and also has extensive experience in both casual and fine dining. Read More  Read More

Side Dish September 2017

Restaurant news from throughout Greater Orlando Read More  Read More

Dining Review: Luke’s Kitchen and Bar

Orlando Family dining critic Michael Lit digs into Chef Brandon McGlamery’s latest creation. Read More  Read More