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For those of us who are celebrating milestones, birthdays, anniversaries, or something else, our options have become limited during social distancing. My family has already had three celebrations so far since social distancing began in Orlando, but we’ve decided to make do with the lemons that life has given us at the moment. Below you’ll…
For the past six months, Saturday mornings in my world have been reserved for visiting my closest weekly farmers market. I love chatting with the local vendors, farmers and artists while stocking up on produce for the week. It’s a small, simple joy that I find myself longing for so much more now that leaving…
Post last updated May 7, 2020 In these uncertain times, one thing is certain: we’re all going to be spending a lot more time at home for the foreseeable future. Some of you may be adjusting to new work from home schedules while others are figuring out childcare as the kids are suddenly home from…
Feature image credit: @portraitsbysami Picture this: you just spent a year and a half planning a wedding. Every single detail and dollar spent leads to this moment. You say “I do” and are ready to roll your suitcase into the sun, or in our case throw on a coat and head up north, and all…
Anyone who lives in Orlando has made a trip or two down to International Drive. While this area remains a tourist’s paradise, local residents can also find several fun options for a date night experience that feels like leaving town without paying the hefty price tag to travel. Below we’ve compiled all the details for…
One of the best things about the City Beautiful is that it’s filled with creatives! Throughout the city you’ll find a wide range of unique workshops from custom wood signs to cooking. There are even some businesses that offer mobile workshops to enjoy from the comfort of your home. Here’s a list of local companies that…
How can you combine your love for local businesses with your love of love, all year long? Support one of these couple-owned businesses in Orlando on a date night with your special guy or gal! EATS + DRINKS Hungry Pants, Joey Conicella and Alex Marin Husbands Joey and Alex have been together for 15 years…
Wellness is a top New Year’s resolutions, and unfortunately self care is often forgotten due to our busy lives. If you’d like to start incorporating treat yo’ self activities into your routine, Ivanhoe Village has deemed January Self Care Month with a host of activities in the Main Street District to enjoy throughout the entire…
We’ve all been there: cooking at home feels like a chore, yet you don’t quite feel like getting dressed up to go out either. What’s a couple to do? As tempting as it may be, resist the siren call of that microwaveable meal in your freezer or ordering pizza from the same old delivery spot…
Welcome to Week #5 of our Funnected Challenge, an experiment to see what happens when we intentionally add more fun and connective activities to our relationship. This past week Marc and I checked out the new escape room in Baldwin Park, Escape Artists Orlando. We tested our mental prowess in the Ninja room… and we…
Welcome to Week #3 of our Funnected Challenge, an experiment to see what happens when we intentionally add more fun and connective activities to our relationship. This past week Marc and I had a ridiculously fun time roller skating. I literally felt like a kid again as we giggled and grooved our way around the…
Written by Kendra Lott Foodies in Orlando know that finding Orlando’s best restaurants often requires a bit of sleuthing. In her new book, Unique Eats and Eateries of Orlando, local author and Edible Orlando publisher Kendra Lott offers up a comprehensive guide that will take you on a journey through the best of Orlando’s culinary scene. With…
Welcome to Week #2 of our Funnected Challenge. Science says we’re happier, healthier and more connected to each other when we intentionally add fun activities to our relationship. So, we thought we’d give the research a test drive! How did your first week go? Honestly, we struggled at first to fit it in. We’re not used…
Welcome to Week #1 of our Funnected Challenge. Science says we’re happier, healthier and more connected to each other when we intentionally add fun activities to our relationship. So, we thought we’d give the research a test drive! Marc and I have committed to spending at least thirty minutes twice per week doing something fun…
When’s the last time you declared a Sunday funday? If you’re long overdue, consider heading to Historic Downtown Sanford for a day of diversions designed to fill your Sunday with fun, food and new experiences. Over 25 participating bars, restaurants, and retailers have come together to offer everything from special brunches, live music, and food…
If you’re someone who: a) loves cooking, and b) loves competition … then do we have an event for you!! Pharmacy, a 1920’s style speakeasy serving delicious New American cuisine and hand crafted cocktails in the Dr. Phillips area, is hosting a Couples-Only Chopped Competition on June 15, 2019. Chef Loren Falsone, twice featured on…
SPONSORED – Support local businesses and enjoy free live music while strolling the streets of Winter Garden’s picturesque downtown during the upcoming Summer Sidewalk Sale on Saturday, June 8, 2019. From 11am-7pm, Downtown Winter Garden will be transformed into a lively market featuring special deals and raffles from dozens of unique local retailers, restaurants, bars…
Winner: Chelsea Davis (entry on 4/23/19 15:36) We’ve recently relaunched our Orlando Date Night Guide mobile app, which is packed with ideas, events and tools to make planning your Orlando date nights easier than ever. Available for download on iPhone and Android devices, our mobile app puts the best of our city right at your…
SPONSORED – Unleash your inner scientist as you expand your palate–and your mind–at the 9th Annual Science of Wine presented by Southern Glazer’s Wines and Spirits! Held on April 27, 2019 at Orlando Science Center, this unique wine tasting event features 150+ wines to sample, live entertainment, a silent auction, and the chance to paint…
Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto will host the first annual “12 Beers of Christmas” event at Morimoto Asia in Disney Springs on Sunday, December 2. The event will feature multiple stations of holiday-themed beers from local breweries paired with Morimoto Asia’s famed Pan Asian cuisine. Chef Morimoto will personally host the event and be on hand…
You and your girls are ready to explore the town, but you don’t want to break the bank. You’ve come to the right place! We’ve rounded up 25 affordable ideas for your Orlando girls’ day out in and around town. From free to $50, take a break from work and enjoy a girls’ day out. You…
Did you know that there is an amazing amount of daily meal deals in Orlando where you can enjoy a delicious dinner at a great price? I love to keep a list of these for those days where cooking just ain’t gonna happen and I want to try something fun. The following deals are primarily…
For an escape from the norm, Tampa is an ideal destination. A 90-minute drive will transport you to a city where old and new intersect in the best of ways. An array of cultural attractions fill the city, which boasts multiple art and history museums, theaters and performance venues. Creative eateries and bars continue to…
**CANCELLED** Our much-loved Discovery Dinner series returns on Thursday, September 13, this time inviting guests to join us at one of Orlando’s most beautiful resorts. Hosted at MOOR, located in the Key West atrium of the massive Gaylord Palms Resort, this signature restaurant offers sophisticated cuisine sourced by regional purveyors on land and in the sea. ABOUT…
Instagram is our favorite social media platform, so we’ve launched a series to showcase some of our favorite Orlando Instagrammers. Each month we’ll choose a different local digital storyteller to feature. We love following them and we hope you will too! This month we’re featuring Lisa Wilk, the beautiful face behind @tastecooksip. Full of amazing…
We have one of the nation’s best farmer’s markets right here in our backyard. Every Saturday, the Winter Garden Farmer’s Market showcases unique local eats, fresh produce, creative local artisans, and more dogs than you could imagine. Post updated June 2020 Know Before You Go The market is open every Saturday from 8am – 1pm. Parking…
A wine lover’s guide to the best places to sip a glass of vino north of Orlando Orlando isn’t the only place seeing a revitalization in dining and drinking options. Downtown Sanford, Lake Mary and DeLand are quickly becoming entertainment destinations of their own. In addition to local breweries and watering holes, there are plenty of options…
It’s been more than a decade since James and Julie Petrakis arrived in Winter Park’s food scene with The Ravenous Pig, one of the area’s first gastropubs. And while a relocation and the birth of several additional concepts (including Cask & Larder, Swine & Sons and The Polite Pig at Disney Springs) may have given the James…
Disney World is more than a family destination. With the revitalization of Disney Springs into a hub for foodies and a new focus on adult-friendly options like late-night entertainment, Disney is also transforming into a date night hotspot. Perhaps the most classic date for any couple is the romantic wine and dine combination. What better…
A few months ago, Marc and I were the top bidders in the Cows ‘n Cabs silent auction for a Hunger Street Tacos chef’s table. Imagine our delight when the co-owners and chefs, Joseph and David Creech, suggested we host this one-of-a-kind dinner for four in our home! We were positively giddy. Related: Orlando Taco Spots…
We’re turning the typical wine pairing dinner on its head with our new Discovery Dinner Series. We debuted this off-the-wall concept in August at Deep Blu Seafood Grille, a sold-out event with nothing but amazing feedback. “We’ve been doing the Tables in Wonderland events for years and this was by far the best dinner we’ve ever…