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Ladies, you asked for it and we’re delivering! Spending time with your favorite girls is just as important as prioritizing time with your partner, so we’ve got some great ideas. Check out our list of girls’ night ideas and activities then hit the town while bonding with your favorite ladies. Updated October 2023 by Meghan…
Greater Orlando has more than 40 bike trail options that collectively total over 250 miles of paved, off-street biking. Bicycle tours can pave the way to adventurous dates for couples! Freshen up your standard go-to date with a two-wheeled tryst in the seasonally fresh air. Our guide to Orlando’s Best Bike-Friendly Dates covers everything from easy-breezy…
Fall festivities start a little early around here. And even though our seasons are different in Florida, fall is a great reason to indulge in delicious food and drink. Plan a date with our guide to the best Orlando fall events and foodie festivals. Want more fall fun? Check out these related posts: Fall Festivals,…
The fall season is (finally) within reach. With chilly temperatures and pumpkin patches right around the corner, you’re going to need a go-to spot to grab a toasty pumpkin spice latte or enjoy an intimate, cozy date night. Coffee shops are ideal for productive hours in front of your laptop, affordable and low-key first dates,…
Disney Springs is celebrating all things Florida with their new curated food and beverage experience, Flavors of Florida. The limited-time dishes are available at multiple restaurants throughout Disney Springs, from grab-and-go eateries to table service restaurants, and are available July 1- August 13, 2023. While Flavors of Florida is in session, you’ll be able to…
Let’s face it– the 4th of July holiday calls for some ice cold beers, but if you’re parents it can be hard to find a sitter. Lucky for you, Orlando is home to several awesome breweries, and many of them are family-friendly! Put these breweries in Orlando to visit this 4th of July on your…
So many marvelous additions have come to Orlando in 2022. Several new creative date night concepts opened already, and there are even more exciting new things in store for the rest of 2022. From new Orlando restaurants to the exciting debut of new attractions, experiences and hotels, here are a few new Orlando date night…
A great date day or night doesn’t have to break the bank! There are so many ways to enjoy quality time together for little or no money. Here we’ve put together a list of some of our favorite free things to do in Orlando this spring. Plus, many of them are outdoors, so you can…
Winter Garden’s food hub, Plant Street Market, wows with its stellar selection of local fare, artisan goods, and craft beer. We love the massive outdoor patio and the Plant Street Market Restaurants are destinations in their own right. Here are six reasons you should visit soon: Crooked Can Brewery AntiquiTEAs Axum Coffee The Local Butcher…
So many marvelous additions have come to Orlando in 2022. Several new creative date night concepts opened already, and there are even more exciting new things in store for the rest of 2022. From new Orlando restaurants to the exciting debut of new attractions, experiences and hotels, here are a few new Orlando date night…
A weekly trip to the farmers’ market is one of life’s simple pleasures. It was at the Winter Garden Farmers Market that I met Ginny, who runs the Bountiful Farms market stand each week. After she mentioned that the farm is open to the public and also boasts an outdoor farm bistro, I finally made…
Finding the time to have a full getaway together can be tough. Thankfully the Orlando area is full of marvelous closeby destinations. The Lake Nona Wave Hotel is hard to miss if you’ve ever traveled near Lake Nona. Its modern curvy exterior shines with a purple hue in the evening sky. This high-tech and high-fashion…
Lake Nona has got it going on for date night. There are many Lake Nona restaurants that create a marvelous culinary scene. Boxi Park, a shipping container food truck park and entertainment venue hosts fun events on a regular basis. Other date night favorites include Drive Shack, a sprawling golf entertainment venue, and the recently…
Located about 20 miles south of Downtown Orlando, Lake Nona offers plenty of date night options for couples of all interests. Lake Nona first made a name for itself as home to some of Orlando’s top medical facilities and several University of Central Florida programs. With creative dining, recreational fun, a focus on fitness, and…
Let’s face it–you and your partner want to have fun and drink a couple of beers, but you can’t find a sitter. Perhaps you just want to make a quick pit-stop for some of your favorite kinds of beer, but you have your kids with you. Lucky for you, Orlando is home to several awesome…
Bring your bikes or comfiest walking shoes, and your favorite person for this adventure! The only thing else you’ll need is a SunRail pass – you’ll be riding the rails to your destination, and then walking or biking to nature trails and parks. Whether you’re looking to save some money or do something new, we’ve…
Looking for a fun, delicious new way to get out of the house, explore, and connect with your date? A mystery picnic from AmazingCo offers the perfect blend of fun, adventure, and culinary discovery, whether you’re visiting a city for the first time or exploring your hometown. Savor an unforgettable picnic date with fun…
Plant Street Market is a one-stop shop for date night: delicious eats, a bustling brewery, easy access to the 22-mile paved West Orange Trail, and a killer outdoor patio. Located 25 minutes from Orlando in charming downtown Winter Garden, the market houses over a dozen local vendors. So if you’re feeling like sushi but…
OUR MONTHLY GUIDE TO THE BEST ORLANDO EVENTS FOR DATE NIGHT Get out and explore this month with your favorite plus one by checking out one of these top Orlando events for date night this September 2021! Whether you are into wine pairings, zoo adventures or all things food, there is sure to be something…
Orlando is full of special corners waiting to be discovered, and if you haven’t visited Baldwin Park, you’re missing out on one of those corners! Baldwin Park is a beautiful neighborhood brimming with boutiques, restaurants, and fun things to do. Park your car on New Broad Street and have a walkable date night with the…
By Arlene Laboy and Stephanie Patterson Florida’s Phase 1 reopening means some of our favorite Orlando restaurants are reopening their doors for dine-in at 25% capacity. Another perk of living in Florida is that many of our local restaurants have spacious outdoor patios if you just don’t feel quite ready to dine indoors. Whether you…
Located within The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Highball & Harvest is best known for craft cocktails and delectable Southern fare infused with ingredients from Grande Lakes’ onsite Whisper Creek Farm. While worthy of a splurge for date night (especially for the coveted chef’s table or cocktail table experience), the farm fresh eatery recently announced a new happy hour…
Winter Park’s Park Avenue is a foodie paradise. Hungry visitors have an array of restaurants to choose from, with cuisines ranging from Turkish to Italian and Modern American. We recently had a pretty awesome idea to set out on a Prato + Gelato double date! One of our favorites on Park Avenue, Prato puts a…
SPONSORED — Listen up foodies because The Coop is now open every Sunday from 8am-4pm for your brunching and lunching pleasure! We’ve long been fans of this Winter Park staple created by 4 Rivers and known for its comforting Southern cuisine. And now you can satisfy your cravings any day of the week. Every Sunday, you…
This content is proudly supported by Orange County Library System (OCLS) During the month of LOVE, try something new with your sweetie or best gals! Here are our top picks for Orlando workshops + classes happening this February. WHERE TO TAKE ORLANDO WORKSHOPS + CLASSES: Dirty Pour Project Driftwood Market Orlando Museum of Art Orlando…
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…
Join us on Wednesday, June 5 to enjoy four courses of seasonal cuisine by Chef Nat Russel, one of the talented chefs featured in the newly released book Unique Eats and Eateries of Orlando. Guests at this private book launch event at The Tennessee Truffle in Historic Downtown Sanford will meet Chef Nat, author Kendra…
Written by Stephanie Patterson and Kristen Manieri A shipping container food truck park, Italian-inspired concepts, and tacos…oh my! Orlando’s food scene continues to surprise (and cause my waistline to expand in the name of research) with creative concepts and high-quality eats. Here are our top picks for the best new Orlando restaurants for your next…
From a romantic and free outdoor concert to a specialty food tour and several artsy couples’ workshops, here’s the best of what’s happening for Valentine’s Day in Winter Garden. – SPONSORED – We’ve been longtime fans of Winter Garden and its charming tree-lined streets, picturesque West Orange Trail, and dozens of quality restaurants lining…
A progressive dinner is defined as “a dinner party in which each successive course is prepared and eaten at the residence of a different participant.” To plan your own, pick an area of Orlando where there’s a cluster of yummy restaurants within walking distance. Then, stop by three or four places eating one dish at…
Whether you’re a novice or budding sommelier, these Central Florida wine walks provide an opportunity to expand your palate and increase your knowledge of vino, often while perusing goods from local businesses and artists. Sip and stroll all over town from the Thornton Park District to Mount Dora and New Smyrna Beach and everywhere in…