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WINNER: Lauren Muench… congratulations! Each month, Great Dates Orlando sends a different couple on an awesome date night. The pair becomes the “Couple at Large” and are charged with reporting back to readers the details of their night. In the past, the Couple at Large has been treated to dinner and a concert at House of…
This weekend’s weather forecast is a little iffy. Let’s keep our fingers crossed that it doesn’t rain. But just in case, here are some ideas to help you plan this weekend’s QT no matter which way the weather goes: RAIN 2nd Date Dinner Saturday, February 23 6:30pm – 7:30pm Whole Foods Market Winter Park Kendra…
If you don’t already frequent CultureClimax.com (@CultureClimax), I hope you’ll soon become as big of a fan as I am… this blog rocks when it comes to curating Orlando happenings and activities. This month, I asked CultureClimax editors to share their top event picks for couples to check out on their November date nights. Here…
Calling all food fanatics! Have I got a culinary weekend for you! Beginning Friday, August 10, the Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes will host For the Love of Food! Culinary Masters Weekend. This foodie affair will be packed with meet-and-greet dining, behind-the-scenes kitchen access, and an engaging cooking school session. The weekend package, priced…
Going out for dinner is my favorite thing to do for date night, so I’m always looking for new places to add to our list of regular dining spots. Somehow, we always seem to come back to a few staples, one of them being Primo at the JW Marriott Orlando Grande Lakes. Maybe it’s the…
Foodie couples who love to advance their culinary skills together ought to check out Williams-Sonoma’s Cookbook Club, a monthly epicurean affair hosted at the Park Avenue store. Led by W-S culinary experts, the event consists of a cooking class showcasing recipes from a different cookbook each month. Each 1½ – to 2-hour class features…
Hey date nighters, I've been busy adding some fabulous new features to the Great Dates Orlando blog lately, all of which are designed to make planning date night even easier. Check ‘em out… 100 Ideas I don’t think I could have titled this section more plainly… it’s a list (with URL links) of 100 date…
All you need is love. But a little chocolate, now and then, doesn’t hurt. – Charles M. Schulz A recent survey commissioned by a chocolate company (okay, so this is a biased study) found that when it comes to choosing between sex and chocolate, women just aren’t sure. When asked what they would be least…
When we need a getaway but we just don’t have the time for a full-fledge vacation, never fear. This is Orlando, after all. Home to some of the world’s best hotels. Here are a few ideas for a retreat close to home… Ritz-Carlton and JW Marriott Orlando Grande Lakes Plan a getaway at this palatial…
Those in desperate need of a mini staycation with lots of pampered perks should seriously consider the culinary weekend coming up at the Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes from Friday, March 23 until Sunday, March 25, 2012. Led by Executive Chef Sean Woods, the weekend promises to give participants enough foodie ideas, tips and tricks to…
More than 550 people voted in Orlando’s inaugural Date Night Awards. Thanks to everyone who participated. Here are the results of your ballots: Best Date Night Activity – Foodie Category WINNER: The Wine Room’s wine class 2nd place: Farris and Foster’s chocolate date night 3rd place: Truffles and Trifles cooking class Best Date Night Activity…
Voting for the first annual Orlando Date Night Awards has officially closed. Tomorrow the votes will be counted and the winners of each category will be announced. BUT TODAY, I get to reveal the contents of the grand prize date night package worth over $700. One lucky voter is going to be randomly chosen by…
Hundreds of votes were tallied during the 2014 Date Night Awards. Without further delay, here are the winners: Best Date Night Activity – Foodie CategoryFirst: Epcot World ShowcaseSecond: Griffin Cooking School at the JW MarriottThird: Farris and Foster’s chocolate date night Best Date Night Activity – Participant CategoryFirst: Creative Canvas & WineSecond: Full Moon Paddle with Adventures…
Flirting With Food for CouplesCooking ClassAug 16 6:00-9pm$110.00 per couplewww.gourmetmagic.org “True Lies from Two Spies” DinnerOrange County Regional History Center Aug. 26 6 p.m. reception; 6:30 p.m. dinner and program. Authors and former members of the CIA share their experiences $60 for Members; $65 for non-members.www.Thehistorycenter.org Aloha FridaysRoyal Pacific ResortFri Sept 3 at 6:30pm$35 on-line…
Marc and I just registered for the Vegan Date Night coming up at Whole Foods on July 24th. Great for anyone discovering how to cut out meat (and cheese and eggs etc.), this class will have us preparing Caesar salad, lasagna, and tiramisu for an Italian themed evening taught by Jenna of Happy Little Vegans….
Indulge your inner chocoholic this weekend at the Festival of Chocolate being presented at the Orlando Science Center. This two-day smorgasbord of deliciousness will feature a chocolate museum, cooking demonstrations, interactive chocolate activities, and specialized chocolate classes. Of course, expect lots of chocolate sampling too. Tickets are $17 and chocolate tastes are priced between $1…
Here’s a snapshot of a few fabulous couple’s events coming up this month… Battle of the Parks The Beacon Sunday May 3rd 1-5pm $35 Culinary challenge and tasting featuring chefs from Graze, Ravenous Pig & K Restaurant www.kwinebar.com/home_page_020.htm 407-872-2332 Cinco De Mayo Feasting Cooking Class Julia’s Gourmet Magic Cooking Classes at HADCO Tuesday May 5th…