Style and Substance
The chef-driven Market to Table doesn’t forsake flavor in its search for beauty. Market to Table opened in the Roper Garden Building in Historic Downtown Winter Garden in 2016 but its roots had already begun to grow in the area several years prior at the district’s popular Saturday farmers market, where chef/owner Ryan Freelove would sell soups, salad dressings, butters and... Read More
A True Neighbor
Cozy and eclectic, Maxine’s on Shine is the neighbor you wish lived next door. If you’ve never been to Maxine’s on Shine, you might find yourself a little confused when your GPS sends you to a block of residential homes in the Colonialtown area. But don’t turn around, you’re not lost—this eatery, set between two inconspicuous homes, is just a part of the neighborhood. Opened... Read More
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
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
