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Wow! You’ll find yourself repeating this word at least a dozen times when you first visit the Four Seasons Resort Orlando. Perched on 26.5 lakeside acres within the magnificent residential community of Golden Oak, the sprawling resort sits just minutes from all of Disney’s theme parks and entertainment districts. Checking into this resort, which will…
Sprawling across 500 acres only minutes from downtown Orlando, Grande Lakes Orlando resort is a property unlike any other in Central Florida. Home to The Ritz-Carlton and JW Marriott Orlando, Grande Lakes boasts more than 1,000 guest rooms and suites, a lazy-river, three outdoor heated pools, The Ritz-Carlton Golf Club, The Ritz-Carlton Spa (featuring 40…
You’ll have the Luck o’ the Irish with all these festivals, boat races and St. Patrick’s Day events happening this weekend in Orlando, March 18-20. Looking for St. Patrick’s Day events? We’ve got load to share! Check them out here! How about cooking classes? We’ve got over 75 classes listed for March and April. Dixie’s…
By Samantha Rosenthal We’ve all had the date night slumps, when you and your significant other have gotten into a habit of date nights being dinner and a movie or a museum and lunch. While those date night options are great and will never go out of style, sometimes you want to shake it up…
The Sanctum, a new Orlando vegan restaurant, is now open in the Mills 50 District. I’m not an aficionado when it comes to vegan cuisine, but I know this: I’ve yet to dine at an Orlando vegan restaurant and think, “I can’t wait to come back here. I must eat this food again!.” That was…
Tapas and Paella Restaurant to Launch Interactive Classes Beginning with Orlando Date Night Guide Tapa Toro, a tapas and paella restaurant at I-Drive 360, is rolling out new programming for 2016 beginning with its new cooking class series, En La Cocina (In the Kitchen). The interactive and intimate experience is set to take place on the…
There is no lack of Orlando date night ideas, a statement that’s even more true as we look back over the past 12 months and through the 300+ posts we published on Orlando Date Night Guide in 2015. And there’s something for everyone: artists, foodies, outdoor adventurists, night owls and creatives. As our year in review,…
By Erica Thomas Turn up the heat on your next date night by attending one of the classes offered at Publix Aprons Cooking School. It is fun, educational, and you just might learn a new trick or two to try in your own kitchen at home. Nestled in the back corner of the Marketplace at…
For those of us who love wine and even fancy ourselves budding aficionados, the idea of really diving deep into wine education can seem daunting and a little, well, intimidating. There is just SO much to know about wine. In fact, those who take the Introductory Sommelier course will take two full days of lessons before writing a lengthy…
Looking for something to do this weekend in Orlando? Check out these best bets, 12 excellent choices for some date night fun. I Love Lucy Live On Stage Now thru 6/28 Dr. Phillips Center, Walt Disney Theater $33.75 and up Owen Benjamin June 25-28 Orlando Improv $15-$17 The Importance of Being Earnest 6/25-7/18 UCF Theatre,…
Looking for something to do this weekend in Orlando? Check out these best bets, 12 excellent choices for some date night fun. Gay Days at Disney Now thru June 8 Disney’s Theme Parks Included with park admission Ain’t Misbehavin’ June 5-July 5 (select dates) Mad Cow Theatre $24.25-$46.75 Meditation & Movie Night Friday, June 5,…
Attending the Date Night Cooking Class at Truffles and Trifles has been on my radar for years. Held once each month, with the exception of February (which features four Valentine’s Date Night classes), these highly sought-after fêtes sell out every time, often weeks in advance. So, we just had to know for ourselves: are these College…
Francis Biondi, Season 5 Finalist on FOX’s MasterChef, will host a series of cooking classes at Winter Park’s The Ancient Olive. These 60-minute culinary workshops are designed to dive deeper into such topics as ingredients, knives, basic cooking skills and the art of plating. Cost is $35 per person, per class. This is a demonstration and…
A little birdie once told me that a lot of women use my site to plan their girl’s nights out. While I’m all about inspiring couples to get off the couch and out on the town together, I think it’s awesome that Orlando Date Night Guide has become a resource for ladies night. So, here…
Bring your sweetie to East End Market for a culinary date night designed to up your epicurean skills and your love of local food. Hosted by Great Dates Orlando’s Kristen Manieri, this hands-on class gives couples the opportunity to create a four-course feast under the expert tutelage of East End Market’s Chef-in-Residence, Jes Tantalo. We’ll…
As one of the only permanent cooking schools for non-chefs in the Orlando, Truffles and Trifles is practically a culinary institution for those seeking to up their epicurean know-how. More than 20 classes are typically offered each month. Here are a few on the horizon: Holiday Side Dishes Sunday, December 22, 6:3pm $55 per person…
By Lauren Muench ** Several times a year, the Orlando Date Night Guide sends a different couple on an awesome date night. This Couple at Large then shares their experience on the blog. For April, we sent Lauren Muench and her boyfriend, Justin, to The Griffin Cooking School at Grande Lakes’ JW Marriott. Here’s what Lauren…
The Griffin Cooking School at Grande Lakes’ JW Marriott just released their schedule for upcoming cooking schools. I want to attend them all! Saturday, March 9 – Thai/Vietnamese Cuisine Join the chef as they take you on a journey to South East Asia. Learn family recipes and create dishes such as Vietnamese Egg Rolls and…
This entire week I’ve been posting date night ideas to help you with your New Year’s resolutions. According to the Journal of Clinical Psychology, losing weight is the #1 goal set by people on New Year’s Eve. So, for those of you hoping to shave off a few inches this year, here’s a cooking class to…
Updated November 2017 First dates are tricky. It can be tough to plan the perfect night while still finding a balance between impressive and overzealous. Who should pay? How much should you spend? Movie? Dinner? Bowling? Argh… this is perilous territory. To help you navigate these tumultuous waters, here are a few first date night…
I was so psyched to learn about a new couple's cooking class experience that recently arrived in Winter Park. iCulinary Studio, a division of Food Fun Adventure, has set up shop on New England Avenue where chefs are now offering uniquely themed classes for couples, such as Cooking with Booze and Hot in the City….
Having personally experienced this fun (and practical) class myself, I can honestly testify that the Pasta Making class presented by the JW Griffin Cooking School (at the JW Marriott Orlando) is a not-to-be-missed affair. Imagine spending the morning making pasta with the JW chefs, enjoying a delicious Italian feast, and then walking away with the knowhow to…
The Table’s national award-winning chefs and libation aficionados have started opening up their kitchen to host morning and evening cooking classes each month. In these interactive experiences, local foodies get the chance to hang out with the chefs of The Table while whipping up a delicious meal enjoyed afterward with fellow budding gourmands. Cooking classes…
I’m so over cooking. Thanks to years of monotonous meal making, I have about as much enthusiasm for food prep as I do for a trip to the dentist (no offence Dr. Montijo). Sadly, my dinner duties aren’t going anywhere any time soon, so this year I’ve added “get excited about cooking again” to my…
Join Roy’s Orlando Chefs for an afternoon of culinary delight and insight into the creative world of Hawaiian Fusion Cuisine. Classes are scheduled every second and last Wednesday of the month from 11.30pm – 1 pm. Cost is $30 per guest (excluding tax and gratuity) and includes one entree item and one dessert item. Roy’s…
Private Cooking Classes… a lot more affordable than you might think! For the price of a nice evening out, you and your honey can create a fabulous three or four-course dinner in your home during a private cooking class. SM Creations, an Orlando based food and design consultancy, will work with you prior to your…
Private Cooking Classes… a lot more affordable than you might think! For the price of a nice evening out, you and your honey can create a fabulous three or four-course dinner in your home during a private cooking class. SM Creations, an Orlando based food and design consultancy, will work with you prior to your…
Most of us in committed relationships know that regular date nights are an integral part of a happy, healthy partnership. Despite this, date night often gets lost in the shuffle as we try to balance work, our personal lives, family, and the general demands of life. In my own relationship, date night often gets unintentionally…
For many. visiting Italy is a lifelong dream. When I experienced life in Italy it felt surreal. As soon as I returned home, I immediately began searching for traces of Italy that exist right here in Orlando. From Italian-inspired locales and attractions to authentic Italian restaurants and, of course, mouth-watering gelato, I hope you enjoy…
If you have a person in your life whose love language is quality time over receiving gifts, then you’ve come to the right place. There’s nothing wrong with spoiling your partner, friends and family with tangible gifts, but for some people the most memorable gift you can give them is time spent together. What better…
Sometimes you’re in the mood to do something more than your typical dinner and drinks date at your usual spot. Whether you’re looking for something indoors or outdoors, relaxed or active, Orlando has plenty of options to explore beyond restaurants and bars. Here is a list of unique date night ideas in Orlando sure to…