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Cuban sandwiches with lamb. Pancake burgers. Whole fish in black bean sauce. Brazilian lemon bonbons. A Greek spot specializing in fried chicken. Secret menus. A new approach to enjoying wine. Unique cuisines hiding in plain sight. Join dining critic Joseph Hayes on a tour of culinary wonders in Orlando and beyond.

43 | FALL FASHION Spice up your fall wardrobe with this season's stunning artinspired accessories, from minimalistic bags and street-art sneakers to mosaic earrings and Renaissance-style mules. Show your artistic side. BY MADDY ZOLLO RUSBOSIN PHOTOS BY ROBERTO GONZALEZ

An abundance of goodness awaits you at Bee Won Korean Cuisine.

Food Adventures 2: A Taste Odyssey with Joseph Hayes

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Celebrating individuals and businesses that make Orlando shine.

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Patriot Defense, Serving Those Who Defend America© – Page 80 Premier Sotheby’s International Realty, Luxury Real Estate – Page 81 VHB, Transportation Technology – Page 82 Wyndham Destinations, Vacations – Pages 62-63 The Orlando Economic Partnership is an organization formed from the merger of the Central Florida Partnership and the Orlando Economic Development Commission. The Partnership works to provide the Orlando region with quality jobs, economic growth, broad-based prosperity and a sustainable quality of life. 59 | ORLANDOMAGAZINE.COM | OCTOBER 2018

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PULSE 18 | SPOTLIGHT Deaf singer/songwriter Mandy Harvey is enjoying her newfound success following her performance on America's Got Talent.

20 | THE FIND

Kick off the sports season right and throw a tailgate party to remember with these must-have items.

22 | BODY & SOUL There's more to mushrooms than meets the eye. They're packed with vitamins and nutrients.

What’s happening in the area this month in theater, film, music, art and more.

110 | RSVP Mayor Buddy Dyer's birthday celebration at The Abbey; Orlando's Finest, the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation's gala.

ETC. 112 | EXTRA PULP Laura Anders Lee finds that the adage "You've got to kiss a lot of toads to find your prince" loosely applies to babysitters too.

24 | HOME TRENDS HGTV has changed the expectations of many new home buyers.

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HEALTH HUB

CANCER CARE FOR THE BODY, MIND AND SPIRIT Treating the whole patient can improve outcomes.

Breast cancer is the most common type of cancer affecting U.S. women (aside from skin cancer) with about one in eight women being diagnosed at some point during their lifetime. The good news is that with advances in methods of detection and treatment, many women can, and do, beat breast cancer. Even better news? Using an integrated approach to treatment, combining evidence-based complementary therapies with conventional therapies, helps women not only survive cancer, but thrive. “Focusing on overall wellness improves quality of life by reducing common side effects of breast cancer therapy in the short term,” says Amber Orman, MD, a board-certified radiation oncologist in Orlando. “The long-term goal is to improve major outcomes, including risk of recurrence and overall survival.”

“The long-term goal is to improve major outcomes, including risk of recurrence and overall survival.” - Dr. Orman Body, Mind & Spirit Dr. Orman emphasizes that holistic therapies like exercise, a plant-based diet, yoga, and meditation should be used alongside traditional medical interventions to complement and boost the effectiveness of treatment. “Most studies report that exercise, whether pre- or post-diagnosis, is associated with a decrease in recurrence rates and breast cancer-related deaths,” she says. “Along with plant-based nutrition, and mindfulnessbased interventions such as yoga, meditation, progressive relaxation, and guided imagery, improving a patient’s overall wellness can establish an essential foundation for successful medical treatment.” 18-SYSTEM-05493

THE BEST OFFENSE IS A STRONGER DEFENSE • Exercise during breast cancer treatment improves physical fitness, reduces fatigue, reduces anxiety, and improves cognitive function. • Limiting processed sugars and foods while eating a plantbased diet can lower systemic inflammation, achieve a healthy weight, and greatly improve overall health. • Mindfulness-based interventions can significantly reduce fatigue and anxiety, thereby improving quality of life. • Acupuncture can often help with cancer-related pain, nausea, neuropathy, hot flashes, anxiety, and fatigue.

About Dr. Orman Dr. Amber Orman is board certiﬁed in radiation oncology, and a member of the Florida Hospital Cancer Institute team. Her clinical focus is on breast cancer, with an emphasis on holistic care that encompasses the mind and body.

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Tears of Joy

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I had one recently at Taste of Chengdu, the hidden gem of a restaurant on West Colonial Drive. They were happy tears, mind you, as I thoroughly enjoyed a bowl of wontons enhanced by spices imported from Chengdu, the capital of China’s Sichuan province. I also entered a state of mild gustatory hyperhidrosis (the official term for sweating caused by eating spicy food), as the bald spot on the back of my head reacted favorably. Taste of Chengdu is one of dozens of food adventures that dining critic Joseph Hayes explores in this issue, our second annual guide to the exciting, unusual and wonderful culinary experiences that are hiding in plain sight. There also are profiles of fascinating food personalities, a history lesson here and there, secret menus, road trips and much more. So please pass the biscuits and brains masala, and begin your taste odyssey today. Elsewhere, in a special 14-page section, fashion writer Maddy Zollo Rusbosin explores the art of accessorizing—from handbags and jewelry to shoes and sunglasses. Jennie Hess catches up with deaf singer-songwriter Mandy Harvey, who made such a big splash last year on America’s Got Talent. Sarah Kinbar Ristorcelli looks at how HGTV shows are influencing home buyers’ desires. And in her Extra Pulp column, Laura Anders Lee relives her harrowing search for quality babysitters. (It ended happily). And now for a bit of boasting: Your City Magazine recently won 11 awards from the Florida Magazine Association in the group's annual Charlie Awards competition. The honors included two first-place Charlie Awards for illustration and cover design for the March 2017 Community Angels cover and the May 2017 Dining Awards front, with the magazine sweeping the category for Best Traditional Illustration. We also won two awards for writing excellence.

The details: • Best Traditional Illustration, Consumer Magazines, 20K+ Circulation: Charlie Award, Jennifer Maravillas for Community Angels cover. Silver Award: Mary Kate McDevitt for Food Adventures cover and package. Bronze Award: Kim Panella for Dining Awards cover. • Writing Excellence, Best Feature, Consumer Magazines, 20K+ Circulation: Silver Award, Michael McLeod for “The Healing,’’ a look back at the year since the Pulse tragedy. • Writing Excellence, Best Department, All Consumer Magazines: Bronze Award, Joseph Hayes for Dine articles “Tale of the Taco”; “A Baker's Dozen”; and “Third Time, Another Charm.” • Best Design, Cover, Consumer Magazines, 20K+ Circulation: Charlie Award, Kim Panella for Dining Awards cover. Silver Award, Mary Kate McDevitt for Food Adventures cover. • Best Design, Typography, All Consumer Magazines: Silver Award, Kim Panella for Dining Awards cover. • Best Photography, Department Image, Consumer Magazines, 20K+ Circulation: Silver Award, Roberto Gonzalez for “Story of a Butcher.’’ • Best Advertisement, Self-Promotional, All Consumer Magazines: Charlie Award, Denis Vargas for Countdown to Burger Battle. • Best Digital, Online Video, All Consumer Magazines: Bronze Award, Michael McLeod and Joseph Hanna for “Billy Collins.’’

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Building on a memorable run on “America’s Got Talent,’’ deaf singer-songwriter Mandy Harvey travels the country sharing her music and inspirational story. BY JENNIE HESS

IF YOU MISSED WATCHING BLUNT REALITY TV judge Simon Cowell smack the coveted “Golden Buzzer” last year when deaf Central Florida singer-songwriter Mandy Harvey brought a cheering America’s Got Talent audience to its feet, don’t worry. YouTube’s got it covered with the video clip, now at more than 29 million views and climbing, in which Harvey performs her original song, “Try.”

“It was absolutely an unbelievable experience,” Harvey recalls during a phone interview in the midst of her nationwide concert tour. “I genuinely didn’t know if I was going to fall flat on my face or what the response would be. What made it impactful for me was that his (Cowell’s) comment had nothing to do with my

story or my disability, it was all focused on my songwriting and my tone and my pitch and my actual singing ability which, to me, is most important. Because at the end of the day I don’t see myself as a deaf singer, I see myself as a singer. I’m a musician. I happen to be deaf. It’s just a part of who I am.” In the aftermath of her powerful television debut (Harvey made it to the Season 12 finale and placed fourth), the 30-year-old singer with deep roots in St. Cloud is riding a wave

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of touring success that’s both grueling and breathtaking, she says. Through next summer, she and her band will play gigs in more than 17 cities, hopscotching across the country from Delaware to Nevada, Texas to Florida and beyond. She’s hoping, at some point, to book a gig in Orlando so she’ll have time with family and friends. “It’s been quite a whirlwind,” Harvey says during our interview, enabled by an app that prints the questions so she can reply in her lovely lilt. “I’m just kind of holding on to the back of a speeding train with all my might and seeing where it’s going to go, and I’m really excited about the future.”

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“At the end of the day, I don’t see myself as a deaf singer, I see myself as a singer,” says Central Florida’s Mandy Harvey.

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Clockwise from left: Mandy Harvey sings “Try’’ on America’s Got Talent, then reacts to the Golden Buzzer that moved her on in the competition. She performed numerous times before reaching the show’s finale.

Harvey travels with her band and her dad, who played guitar and sang James Taylor’s “Sweet Baby James” and other songs of the 1960s and ’70s to her and her three siblings when they were young. She still has a vinyl collection of all the tunes she embraced before losing her hearing, “so that I could touch the music I used to love.” Born in Cincinnati, Harvey began singing at age 4 while living in Florida, then continued singing in choir after moving to Colorado. “I was always hard of hearing and very awkward and shy,” she says. “I was always misunderstanding people when they were talking—so choir for me was very black and white.” At age 18, while a student of vocal music education at Colorado State University, Harvey lost her residual hearing due to a connective tissue disorder that she had struggled with through childhood. She left the program and dropped out of music for more than a year.

“I never thought that I would find my way back to music after losing my hearing,” she recalls. “But I was really tired of allowing fear and my own personal ideas of my potential to run my life.” She resumed her music journey in 2008, becoming a regular performer at Jay’s Bistro in Fort Collins, Colo., and at Dazzle Jazz Lounge in Denver, one of the world’s top jazz venues. Her process as a deaf musician-vocalist seems remarkable: Harvey plays ukulele and keeps time (shoeless) by feeling the rhythm of the drums through the floor. “The bass you can feel through your chest, so I normally have my basses directly behind me.” Electric guitar and piano frequencies are higher, “so I always have the pianist and the electric guitar really close by where I can actually see what they’re doing.” Her band members’ growing sign-language skills, along with prearranged hand signals, enhance communication.

Known for her jazz standard covers, Harvey counts Ella Fitzgerald, Rosemary Clooney and Nat King Cole among her influences. She writes music every day on planes, in taxis and during quiet moments and has recorded more than 400 songs on her phone in the past six months. She sends the audio files to a hearing colleague who charts the music for her to assess. “My next album will be more pop, and it’ll have some jazz infused into it,” Harvey says. “My last understanding of what pop sounded like stopped in 2006, so I don’t know what music on the radio sounds like at all anymore. Which is a great problem to have, I guess— I’m just genuinely myself.” When she’s not performing at concerts, Harvey shares her inspirational story at speaking engagements. Her career goal, she says, “is to help show people that there’s nothing wrong with failure—it’s a beautiful stepping stone toward growth.” She also has written a motivational book with co-author Mark Atteberry, Sensing the Rhythm, Finding My Voice in a World Without Sound. An ambassador for the non-profit No Barriers USA, Harvey visited Nepal in June with a group of students and adults who have overcome life-changing disabilities. Their mission: to change cultural misconceptions. “In Nepal, if you have a disability it’s because you are karmatically cursed with it, so we got to help change stigmas” for students dealing with deafness, blindness, and physical and emotional challenges, Harvey says. Among the group were Eric Weihenmayer, the first blind person to summit Mount Everest in 2001 and Gretchen Evans, a U.S. war veteran who suffered debilitating injuries from a rocket blast while serving in Afghanistan. “We had so many people telling us that we changed their thoughts on what was possible for people in their own community.” Harvey looks forward to her next Central Florida visit when she hopes to squeeze in some cast-net fishing, beach time and roller coaster rides. “I absolutely love roller coasters! Any day, strap me in—I’m ready to go! Which is really funny, because I’m terrified of heights!” She also wants to learn how to play the basics of the mandolin. “I’ve always loved the sound of it when I was growing up,” says Harvey, whose given name is Amanda Lynn. “I think it would just be hilarious to say, ‘Amanda Lynn plays the mandolin.’ ”

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Mushroom Magic Loaded with vitamins and nutrients, this simple fleshy food is a healthy addition to your daily diet. BY LORAINE O’CONNELL

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“Of the 13 varieties of mushrooms tested at Penn State, porcinis were the highest in ergothioneine and glutathione,” says Stacy Bursuk, a registered dietitian in Orlando. The Penn State study, conducted by the university’s Center for Plant and Mushroom Foods for Health, was published in the journal Food Chemistry. Ergothioneine, also known as ERGO, is an amino acid found primarily in mushrooms. Amino acids are the building blocks of proteins; glutathione is an antioxidant. Both are being studied to learn what affect, if any, they have on lung inflammation as well as damage to the liver, kidneys and brain, Bursuk says. At City of Hope cancer treatment and research center in California, scientists who are conducting a study say that using powdered white button mushrooms in tablet form produced “enticing evidence that these common fungi have the potential to treat and lower the risk of cancer,” and its scientists “are determined to explore it to the fullest.” Lentinan, a component of shiitake mushrooms, was shown to help prolong the lives of stomach cancer patients in Japan and has been approved for the treatment of gastric cancer in that country. Whether you’re a longtime fungi fanatic or a curious newbie to the diverse world of mushrooms, rest assured that these odd-looking edibles are good for you, especially if prepared properly. “Cooking makes more of the nutrients available for your body,” says Bursuk. “Grill, stir-fry, sauté or roast them to use less fat.”

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MUSHROOM LOVERS WILL say that their chanterelles, shiitakes, cremini and other fabulous fungi add earthy flavor and supple textures that enhance even the simplest of meals. Nutritionists will tell you that edible mushrooms also deliver a hearty helping of vitamins, minerals and other compounds that are beneficial to your overall health. “Mushrooms are unique because they are the only food in the produce aisle that contains Vitamin D, which is good for bone health,” says Tara Collingwood, a registered dietitian in Winter Park. Mushrooms grown in the sun or under UV light contain significantly more Vitamin D than those grown in other environments, she says. Mushrooms are also high in selenium, which has antioxidant properties. “Antioxidants help protect our cells from the inside out and have a strong role in disease prevention, such as heart disease and cancers,” Collingwood says. “Selenium is also good for the immune system and for prostate health in men.” Other components of mushrooms are B vitamins, “which help to produce energy in the body,” Collingwood notes; copper and niacin, “both of which have a role in red blood cell production; and potassium, “which is good for blood pressure and the heart.” Did we mention that ’shrooms are also low in calories and sodium? Plus, they are cholesterol- and gluten-free. “Because mushrooms are so low in calories, you can add them to recipes as a filler,” Collingwood says. “Some people like to grind them up and add them to ground beef to cut back on the amount of beef and increase the fiber” of meat dishes. Although mushrooms are packed with nutrients, and scientists are investigating their impact, few trials have been conducted on humans so far. The amount of nutrients also varies by mushroom type.

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WHILE HGTV’S HIT show Fixer Upper ended production earlier this year, the influence of its stars Chip and Joanna Gaines on homebuyers indicates no sign of slowing. Filled with out-of-thebox ideas that are livable, casual, and oftentimes affordable, these programs appeal to the options-oriented. “Ten years ago, homebuyers building new homes were dealing with a limited range of options. The presumption was that they would be overwhelmed by too many choices, so we pared it down,” says Annette Brown, studio manager at KB Homes in Orlando. “Now we’re in the age of Amazon, where there is no end to options, and people are used to shopping that way. It applies to new homes as well.”

As new home communities proliferate throughout Central Florida, so do the varieties of fixtures and finishes that distinguish one home from the next. It’s all in the details. Particulars as focused as grout color are now a matter of discussion. “We recently had a buyer who wanted a rustic farmhouse look. She loves the show Flip or Flop, and she showed me a few snippets from an episode she liked. We basically re-created everything from the show, from the floor and countertops to the fixtures and walls,” says Brown. We tend to think that customization comes with a hefty price tag, but tailor-made rooms in the new home market are available at every price point.

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Stephen Yerrakadu, director of architecture for AV Homes in Orlando, designed homes for Toll Brothers in a previous role. He took the time to wander through the sales center and listen to buyers commenting on designs for six-figure houses. “I would listen for those wow moments—their reactions to functional spaces that make life easier as well as dramatic, informal spaces.” Those wow moments had the same energy and inspiration as HGTV shows that inspire AV Home’s buyers. So informed by the needs and interests of buyers whose tastes are cultivated by lifestyle programming, he developed floor plans that capture the spirit of those higher-end homes. “If we can offer homes at the entry-level price point that reflect what they

see on HGTV shows, we’re offering a better product to our buyers,” he says. “We’ve been able to add features like larger kitchen islands, drop zones, oversized pantries, and owner’s entries without increasing costs.” The features described by Yerrakadu, which are the same features touted by on-screen designers, are right in line with trends that were on display in exhibits at the International Builders’ Show earlier this year at the Orange County Convention Center. So where did these trends originate? Were they born on television or did product designers develop them first? “The designs come first and the television shows celebrate and encourage the lifestyles that align with those designs. The Gaines family and Tarek and Christina El Moussa make it okay for everyone to embrace those trends. The casual and welcoming design for casual entertaining has come to the forefront as a result, and the formal dining room has fallen by the wayside,” explains Yerrakadu. The trend funnel is set to keep producing. HGTV has new shows in their 2019 lineup— each one a source of inspiration for the styleminded: Christina on the Coast features El Moussa solo, and Restored by the Fords depicts a brother and sister renovating Pittsburgh houses while preserving the historic charm.

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Cat Behaviorist Stephanie Merlin peers at the world through cats’ eyes to help correct their bad behavior. BY LORAINE O’CONNELL From paws to claws. Having grown up around dogs, Merlin surprised herself when she brought home a shelter cat. “She kind of chose me. She was sitting high up on a shelf. She immediately started head-butting me and purring. Then she started walking forward, fell off the shelf, and I caught her. There was this moment: ‘I just saved your life. You like me. I like you.’ “ Are you a “cat whisperer”? “Sometimes [that term] gives people the idea that cats are speaking to me, and in that sense, no. But I definitely feel that I have good intuition and observational skills to understand what a cat is experiencing based on how they are communicating through their body language or vocally.” Merlin’s expertise also includes a Specialized Certificate in Feline Training and Behavior from the Animal Behavior Institute. Jackson Galaxy as inspiration. “I met him at a global pet expo before I ever did my own cat behavior stuff. I was a fan, loved what he did. Now I watch his show [My Cat From Hell on Animal Planet] and I’m like, ‘Yes, I would have done that.’ It’s validating for me. He’s the most mainstream example of what I do. It’s an unconventional profession.” Her own cat from…heck. “My most challenging cat was a ragdoll. They’re known for being docile and friendly, and she was the exact opposite. She’d get swatty and bitey if you barely touched her. The clients had just moved into a new house, and this cat was knocking things over, swatting at things. She was just an overly sensitive cat that needed slow exposure to different environments. I recommended finding a room for her with all her own stuff. Then we slowly acclimated her to the other parts of the house.” Starting from scratch. Merlin’s own cat, Chara, was a “3 a.m. meower.” Merlin concluded it was attention-seeking behavior and forced herself to ignore the plaintive cries until Chara stopped. “I had a good six months when she was doing great. Then she started again, and I’m having to work through the meowing again. I wouldn’t recommend that behaviorists work with their own animals because it’s so much harder. I feel guilt, and it’s so much easier to give in because you have that connection.”

It can be a long road. “My hardest thing is never the cat, but people following through. People have expectations for things to be fixed like you fix your washing machine. Behavior modification takes time and patience. Sometimes people give up and turn the cat back into a shelter. I work hard, give them all the tools and support, but if they don’t want to follow through, there’s not much more I can do.” Biggest myth about cats. “That they’re aloof and independent. They’re social animals. They do require attention and care from us.” 26 | ORLANDOMAGAZINE.COM | OCTOBER SEPTEMBER 2018 2016 | PULSE | PULSE

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tHeO'S KiTcHeN In business for nearly 30 years (not always at the current location on Curry Ford Road), Theo’s is known for moussaka, pastitsio and other Greek items. But it is their fried chicken that has captured the attention of online food delivery customers. Bite Squad ranks the chicken, which is pressure fried in peanut oil, as its No. 1 request in Orlando. theoskitchen.com

AFrIcAn sOuL MaRkEt Owner Anthony Imana operates two food truck trailers preparing the cuisine of West Africa like jollof rice with goat; Nigerian chicken suya skewers, fufu and garri; and egusi melon seed soup. africansoulfoodtruck.com; call (407) 530-7971 for location

tHe fIsH & cHiP ShOp

It’s easy to make fish and chips, and so hard to make it right. Out at ChampionsGate, just off I-4, they do it up a treat—haddock or cod (the two UK fish of choice) with beer batter, hand cut and double fried chips, even the uniquely British treat chip butties—basically, a French fry sandwich. Search The-Fish-andChip-Shop on Facebook. 30 | ORLANDOMAGAZINE.COM | OCTOBER 2018

You say you like biscuits? How about made-fresh, real butter biscuits stacked with fried chicken and goat cheese, covered in spicy shiitake mushroom gravy or served as French toast from Jacksonville-born Maple Street? Their fast-casual service includes asking your favorite book when you order, which they call out when your food is ready. “The Bible, here’s your coffee,” is a surprisingly standard shout. Off East Mitchell Hammock Road, Oviedo. maplestreetbiscuits.com

NOt YOuR MAmA’s PAnCaKeS

Omar and Caylee Gonzalez have a way with pancakes, all originating from Caylee’s flapjack cravings while she was expecting. The food truck menu that was “birthed” includes a BBQ Bacon Jam Cheddar Pancake Burger (topped with BBQ sauce, truck-made bacon jam and apple slaw between two cheddar cheese-infused pancakes) and Churro Pancake Poppers—bitesized cinnamon pancakes stuffed with caramel sauce. facebook. com/NotYourMamasPancakes

a night out

MOrThAn CHeEsE

Owner Emilio Queiroga practices the Medieval Alpine tradition of oozing melted, very aromatic Raclette cheese onto potatoes, prosciutto sandwiches, Brussels sprouts and more. Plant Street Market, Winter Garden. facebook.com/morthancheese

JpeTaL

Jpetal wraps Japanese-inspired rice flour crêpes around a world of ingredients both savory (like “The Special”: beef, chicken, crab stick, shrimp, veggies with Japanese mayonnaise) and sweet (house-made rolled Thai ice cream), plus “light bulb drinks” (served in giant plastic light bulbs), which may be the most unlikely Korean fad we’ve seen since “Gangnam Style.“ The Florida Mall. jpetal.com

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THe REd CLaW Not a Batman villain, but a place for lobster rolls, inside Orange County Brewery downtown. Maine style with mayo, warm butter-drenched New England style, or citrus tarragon-herbed Florida style—that’s a yes. Complementing OC Brewery’s fine drafts with lobster artichoke dip and lobster or wild game pizzas … oh, my. theredclaw.com

IRoN coW caFé This enormous Milk District music venue, heaven for rock and indie fans, also casually serves up some fine vittles, including surprisingly good vegan treats like no-meat meatballs, spicy hummus pizza, chickenless chicken wings and “Phish” tacos (a “carnivore” menu is also available). ironcowcafe. business.site

tHe hAmMeReD lAmB

Social activist and restaurant veteran Jason Lambert uses lamb as the surprise ingredient (as if the name wasn’t a clue) in the pressed Hammered Cuban sandwich, quesadillas, flatbreads and brunch omelets. Ivanhoe Village. thehammeredlamb.com

The 17th-floor vantage point of Bar 17 atop Universal’s Aventura Hotel affords remarkable Vegas-like views of the various Universal properties, I-Drive and downtown Orlando in the distance, framed by the flashing lights of Islands of Adventure and the lava flow of Volcano Bay. Mixed cocktails and frozen drinks are served alongside various trendy bao, Florida-sourced salads and Wagyu sliders. loewshotels.com/ universals-aventura-hotel

EDeN baR

This often overlooked, tree-covered outdoor/indoor food and drink bar at Maitland’s Enzian theater is perfect while waiting for your movie to start, or just hanging out at lunch or for a latenight drink under the stars, accompanied by salads, handhelds and flatbreads. enzian.org/food

SOuLtRyLOuNgE Serving Wagyu burgers, New Zealand rack of lamb, truffle mac ‘n cheese and filet mignon, this super swank, gorgeous cocktail lounge in MetroWest takes its elegance seriously. Rich leather, warm woods and Arts and Crafts accents highlighted by live jazz and DJ’d hip hop, trap and R&B. soultrylounge.com

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around the world PApA llAmA

A popup kitchen courtesy of Kevin and Maria Ruiz, specializing in new takes on traditional Peruvian cuisine like snapper ceviche, pulpo anticuchero charred octopus and braised short ribs in pale ale sauce. papallama.co

MEzA

Nazih Sebaali, the former owner of the much-loved Café Annie, has finally opened his Med-centric restaurant, Meza, serving kafta, kabobs and slow-cooked lamb and chicken tagines. Baldwin Park. mezaorlando.com

SApOrItOorGaNiC BAkErY&kiTcHeN House-made organic breads and authentic Italian cuisine seldom seen in Florida, like savory panzerotti hand pies, focaccia Romana (the grandfather of flatbread) and the Italian fish balls called polpette di pesce. Old Winter Garden Road near Maguire Road, Ocoee. saporito-orlando.com

PAl CAmPo REsTaUrAnT

Lovely dishes of Puerto Rico: ground yucca alcapurria patties filled with beef or crab; mini bacalaitos codfish fritters; green plantain mofongo stuffed with salmon or lobster; mashed yautia elephant ear root. South Apopka Vineland Road, north of World Center Drive. palcamporestaurant.com

TAsTe OF chEnGdU

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Oddly located (attached to a Best Western hotel) but offering totally authentic Sichuan cooking from Xiong “Tiger’’ Tang, former master chef at Omni Orlando Resort. Try the spicy rabbit, whole fish swimming in black bean sauce, and Sichuan wontons. Spices imported from Chengdu, in southwestern China, give that famous tongue-numbing heat to almost everything from pig intestines to soft mapo doufu (“grandmother's tofu”) to cumin lamb chops. West Colonial Drive near Tampa Avenue. facebook.com/tasteofchengdu; facebook.com/tiger.tang.90

KAi KAi DIm SUm & BbQ

Kai Kai is located inside iFresh Market, one of the newest Asian markets in town, selling acres of Chinese vegetables, Vietnamese coffee, Thai rice and fresh seafood (the dried mushroom aisle alone is a wonder). Within Kai Kai restaurant, next to the Formosa bakery, dim sum, Chinese BBQ, and noodle dishes are served from from a small counter. Not to be confused with Kai Street Fare in Winter Park. East Colonial Drive at Bumby Avenue. ifreshmarket.com/en

SAiNt AñeJo MExIcAn KItChEn

the korean expansion IZzIbAn

From the folks who own Agave Azul (so you know the guacamole is great). Chicken cazuelitas in mole rojo is a spice-rubbed chicken dish cooked in a clay hot pot with multiherbal chili sauce, served with queso fresco and house-made corn tortillas. Red Bug Lake Road, Winter Springs. saintanejomexicankitchen.com

Surprisingly massive and nightclub chic, Izziban offers something for the gluttons among us—allyou-can-eat table-grilled Korean BBQ, sushi and shabu shabu. Plus, they have a patio on Lake Barton and take Bitcoin. Attached is the swank-looking SnowBean café, serving house-made pastries, coffee and a modern take on shaved ice patbingsu, topped with ice cream, red bean paste, cake and cereal. Locations on East Colonial Drive, Sand Lake Road near The Florida Mall, and in MetroWest. izzibanrestaurant.com; instagram. com/snowbean_orlando

BIsTrO paRaDiSe Owner/chef Wideline Premilien brings a bit of her Haitian history to MetroWest. Fried goat, fresh conch, joumou pumpkin soup, smoked beef, and Creole marinated chicken join live music and a full bar. Off Metrowest Boulevard, near South Kirkman Road. bistroparadiserestaurant.com

KUnG fu TEa

All things tea from this multinational chain—milky, fruity or slushy; with tapioca bubbles and without; matcha, chai or mung bean; or just a nice cup of oolong. Off University Boulevard, across from UCF. kungfutea.com

BEe WOn

Focusing on traditional dishes such as kimchi and tofu stews, miyeok guk beef and seaweed soup, gopchang-jeongol tripe hotpot and panfried spicy octopus. Be adventurous! Dr. Phillips Boulevard near Conroy Road. beewonkoreancuisine.com

STaR bBq

A true go hyang (hometown) restaurant, the menu is full of cold noodles; degutang spicy cod fish soup; budae jungol kimchi, sausage and bacon soup; and table-grilled Wagyu, short ribs and pork belly. West Oak Ridge Road west of South Orange Blossom Trail. starbbqorlando.com

BbB TOfU hoUsE Featured in our July issue; their silky tofu still haunts me. The kimchi bokum bap, served on a hot stone platter, and ddukbaegi beef stew served with a parade of banchan side dishes are equally impressive. Chinatown Plaza, West Colonial Drive bbbtofuhouse88. wixsite.com/bbbtofuhouse

OShIo

They call it “table BBQ,” traditional yakiniku (grilled meats) done table center. Beef, pork and chicken bulgogi, beef tongue and short ribs cooked in front of you (there’s help if you’re nervous), spicy ramen and hotpots. Off International Drive near Universal Boulevard. oshioorlando.com

THe NEiGhBoRhOoD EAtErY A fascinating amalgam of downtown lunch spot pub food (Philly cheese, fried ravioli) and “Korean style” (bibimbap, handmade sausage bulgogi). orl-eats.com

Eat your veggies

dajeN eaTs

Chef Jenneil Ross started cooking for an enthusiastic public in the back of an OBT Citco gas station. Now her Eatonville shop serves up vegetarian pleasures like Jamaican jerk jackfruit sliders, non-meat patties, vegan chicken and waffles and her own nondairy Irie ice cream. dajeneats. com

EAsTsIdE ASiAn MArKeT Nestled in the bright and shiny specialty market filled with “10,000 items” is a café serving spring rolls, steamed buns and fresh ramen, all vegetarian. Avalon Park. eastsideasianmarket.com

THe GReEnErY CReAmErY Opera singer and former barista Marie Mercado makes small batch local dairy and vegan ice cream in flavors like sweet Filipino purple yam, black and white toasted sesame and toasted almond-cherry coconut cream. East Church Street. thegreenerycreamery.com

mIsSiOn kItChEn

Chef J. Sol cooks homespun vegan Latin fusion, including grilled tofu, stuffed plantains and grilled corn quesadillas. (Tip #1: there are rumors of a secret carnivore menu. Tip #2: those allergic to nuts should be aware of the presence of cashew cream on nearly every menu item.) On 25th Street, just west of South Orange Blossom Trail. facebook. com/orlandomissionkitchen 34 | ORLANDOMAGAZINE.COM | OCTOBER 2018

GReEnBeAt

Entering the fast casual and green arena, these Orlando-born eateries proffer choose-yourown salad bowls filled with greens, grains and a wide ranging veggie list, often locally sourced. Chicken and seafood are premium options for the omnivores. Orange Avenue downtown and at Orlando Vineland Premium Outlets. green-beat.com

THE WEIRD, RARE & WONDERFUL → SHIRAKO (cod sperm sacs) at Kadence Sushi, Audubon Park. kadenceorlando.com

→ HUITLACOCHE (corn

fungus) and CHAPULINES (grasshoppers) at Reyes Mezcaleria, North Quarter. reyesmex.com

→ THE KING, fresh

sliced banana and peanut mascarpone on a grilled donut, Tom+Chee, Disney area. tomandchee.com

→ Tapioca bubble “BO-

BA-MOSAS” for brunch at Domu, East End Market. domufl.com

→ BRAINS MASALA

KHAAS (“special”) at Chaat House, South Orange Blossom Trail. chaathouseusa.com

→ THE LOW COUNTRY SHRIMP AND GRITS OMELET at The COOP, Winter Park. asouthernaffair.com

→ RUM, BLACK TEA

AND MILK PUNCH at Strong Water Tavern, Sapphire Falls Resort. loewshotels.com/sapphire-falls-resort

sPoT lIgHt DAwN viOlA/thIs HOnEsT foOd

Chef Dawn Viola began her culinary career 12 years ago by discovering she was allergic to legumes. “No peanuts, no soybeans, no guar gum,” she says. “Doesn’t leave you much to eat right off the shelf.” The former documentary producer entered culinary school to learn how to cook for herself (“I was in classes with Trina Gregory-Propst of Se7en Bites.”), earning two degrees and a Master of Science in Health and Nutrition Education before working for Second Harvest, Tupperware and Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts. Last spring, she opened This Honest Food, a teaching kitchen and retail store run by and for people with food and health issues. The shop is a bijou tribute to natural materials— white ceramic dishes, stainless steel cookware, smooth wood utensils—curated to eliminate allergic reactions. Weekly classes focus on kids’ cooking, handmade pasta, fundamental French classical techniques and “opening up new worlds. Listen to your bodies,” she teaches. “Don’t mourn the death of pumpkin pie; figure out what you can eat and enjoy the flavors.” thishonestfood.com OCTOBER 2018 | ORLANDOMAGAZINE.COM | 35

Life's essentials bReAd

BACKHAUS, Ivanhoe Village, Orlando. A hunger for kuemmelbrot Jewish rye, a loaf of coffee-scented pumpernickel or hearty, flaky croissants can be assuaged on the shores of Lake Ivanhoe. the-backhaus. com Also: TOUFAYAN BAKERIES, CEDAR'S PITA BREAD BAKERY and LA CHIQUITA TORTILLA are all based in Orlando.

sAlT

FLORIDA PURE SEA SALT, St. Petersburg. Salt harvester Maureen Cacioppo hand-gathers salt from Tampa, St. Pete, Gulfport and Pass-a-Grille; available at Swine & Sons in Winter Park. floridapureseasalt. com Also: SEA SALT FLORIDA, Bradenton Beach. Ex-architect Tim Norwood harvests from the waters around Anna Maria Island, Longboat Key, Lido Key, Siesta Key and Casey Key. seasaltflorida.com

cHeEsE

AGOSTINI FACTORY, Orlando. Fresh-made mozzarella, burrata, boccacini and ricotta from members of the Agostini family from Corsica. facebook.com/ AgostiniFactory Also: LA FEMME DU FROMAGE, East End Market. Artisan cheeses from the world. lafemmedufromage.com

sPiCeS

PATEL BROTHERS, The Florida Mall. From its start as a Chicago grocery store in 1974, the Indian-centric chain now has 52 locations, the massive Orlando site carrying chutneys, ghee, a rainbow of lentils and a universe of spices, from ajwain seeds to tukmaria basil. patelbros.com Also: SPICE AND TEA EXCHANGE, Winter Park. Penzey’s came and went, but the cozy, tony S&T remains, where whole cardamom seeds as green as lacewings and heady Burgundy wine powder share space with salt(s) and pepper(s). spiceandtea.com

sPoT lIgHt WInE As aN exPeRiEnCe. BUt WE diGrEsS…

DIGRESS WINE, College Park. In the era of the giant box wine store, the local indie might get overlooked. Former wine distributors Brian Kerney and Rob Chase (L to R in photo) revamped the venerable Cavanaugh’s Wines, which opened in 1995, returning to its roots as a wine and casual food shop. The bookshelves in front of the windows and old dusty library style floor plan are gone, replaced by a concrete-topped bar, open wine displays and what Kerney calls “wine in context”: offerings categorized into five “paths” by experience rather than grape or region (Number 4: Feed Your Head; challenging, emerging and unusual wines). “We’d been talking to Jay Smith (former Cavanaugh’s owner) about taking over the space for seven years,” Chase says. “Last year he decided it was time.” Scheduled for its official grand opening on November 1, a year after the purchase, Digress has already become a gathering spot for a neighborhood willing to experiment with carefully curated wines, accompanied by small plates from Chef Ian Russell of the Smoke & Donuts food truck. digresswine.com 36 | ORLANDOMAGAZINE.COM | OCTOBER 2018

mEaTs

HINCKLEY’S FANCY MEATS, Lake Helen. A veteran of Animal Kingdom Lodge’s Jiko restaurant and the Michelin-starred Public in NYC, Chef Matt Hinckley believes in local sourcing and zero-waste butchery. He trades to local restaurants and the public, selling venison and bacon, grass-fed beef roasts and Florida ham, and compilations like the Italian Box (sausages, wild boar, chicken porchetta, beef, veal and pork meatballs). hinckleymeats.com Also: PARAMOUNT BUTCHER SHOP, Waterford Lakes. paramountbutchershopusa.com

sweet dreams BRiGaDeIrO go Traditional Brazilian cake/bonbon/petit four delicacies from Brazilian sweetmaker Manu Mesquita in lemon, dulce de leche, chocolate, crème brûlée and other flavors. MetroWest and Windermere Farmer’s Market. brigadeirogo.com

SUgAr RUsH MArShMaLlOwS Julie and Jean Summers use all-natural extracts for their handcrafted 'mallows in pillowy flavors such as Key lime and cold brew coffee. There are also “frozen” s’mores of ice cream stuffed into a toasted ‘mallow (salted caramel stuffed into a churro marshmallow is a cinnamon dolce delight). East End Market, farmers’ markets, food truck. sugarrushmarshmallows.com

CHoUlAlA

French pâtissières Elizabeth Ardizzoni and Jeremie Burles make a wide flavor assortment of sweet and savory (and very cute) choux pastries, entremets (between course delights to you and me) and Provençal pan bagnat sandwiches. Park Avenue at Canton Avenue, Winter Park. choulala-pastries.com

SWeEt POsH COoKiEs

Baker Julissa Oquendo creates delightful, made-to-order shaped and iced cookies for all occasions that have gotten national attention for all-around cuteness. sweetposhcookieco.com

LA paLeTtE ARtIsAn POp-BAr

Jenny Ruiz and family bring Colombian ice cream flavors to Orlando. Organic ingredients pop in these hand-held paletas in up to 40 flavors: kiwi (with slices of fruit); lemon and mint; guanabana and dulce de leche leche; peanut butter and jelly; and rum raisin are just a few. Hunters Creek. lapaletteartisanpopbar.com OCTOBER 2018 | ORLANDOMAGAZINE.COM | 37

road trip

BOb’s TRaIn sArAsOtA

Its not so much the food that’s interesting (although, they do serve an angel hair pasta dish coated in chocolate sauce, vanilla ice cream and peach Schnapps) but the atmosphere. Bob Horne owns this (non) rolling stock circus museum and diner, situated in three beautifully restored brass lantern-lit Sarasota Suncoast circus train cars. He's renovating a fourth car, once owned by circus tycoon John Ringling himself. bobstrain.com

CLaRk’s FIsH caMp JAcKsOnViLlE

Opened in 1974, it’s a funky, shall we say unusual kind of place, with a menagerie of animals of the taxidermic variety—displays of wolves, foxes, tigers and deer line the restaurant— and the edible kind. Bits of an entire smoked gator (also stuffed, but with sausage) can be had, along with an appetizer menu including turtle, llama, camel, yak, kangaroo and “bison mountain oysters.” Yum. clarksfishcamp.net

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Monthly rail trips spotlighting brews and the passing scenery. October’s trip features a railbased Oktoberfest with brews and bratwurst. There are also pizza, barbecue and wine excursions throughout the year. thefloridatrain.com/rail-ales 38 | ORLANDOMAGAZINE.COM | OCTOBER 2018

DOlOrEs, buT THe GArBaGe YOu CAn CAlL CAnORmOnD FOoDbeAcH trUcK ME loLiTa MIaMi Advocating that “Sometimes the best food is the messiest,” Garbage Can creates heaping platters like The Dumpster (macaroni salad, fries, cheeseburger patty, meat sauce) and Gobblers (sweet potato fries, goat cheese-stuffed turkey meatballs, raspberry chipotle sauce). facebook.com/thegarbagecanfood

Taking up two floors of the 1923-built Miami Fire Station No. 4. Dolores, the chef-driven restaurant, is upstairs (the signature baby back ribs come with shoestring potatoes and a pair of gloves); Lolita is the downstairs daytime deli and nighttime music lounge. doloreslolita.com

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MUsTaRd’s LAsT stAnD MElBoUrNe, coCoA beAcH

HEiDi’s JAzZ clUb/ HEiDeLbErG REsTaUrAnT COcOa BEaCh Jazz clubs—real jazz clubs—are so rare that even mediocre ones should be applauded. That Heidi’s is a great club, recognized by Downbeat magazine, just makes it better, welcoming artists like Larry Coryell, Boots Randolph and our own Jeff Rupert since 1992. The attached Heidelberg Restaurant, opened in 1986, deserves just as much attention. Chef Edmund Deleuil (his wife, Heidi, is next door) prepares Austrian jaegerschnitzel, German sauerbraten and roast duck with flair. heidisjazzclub.com; heidelbergcocoabeach.com

Open since 1987, serving Chicago-style hot dogs (and grilled veggie dogs) in a dizzying array of styles, including the Spudtacular Cheese Dog with melted Cheddar, potato pancakes and Swiss; and the Elvis Pigsley grilled hot dog with pulled pork and bacon. Two dozen French fry choices (Insanity Fries with grilled onions, bacon, jalapeños, melted Cheddar and a fried egg), fish tacos and fried pickles, too. mustardslaststand.us

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A brewery/arcadery making about a half-dozen in-house brews like Dad’s Breakfast English porter (“tastes like dunking a honey-glazed doughnut into coffee”). Filled with cabinet video games from the ’80s and ’90s, with play available for a quarter (it actually costs 25 cents, so save your change), letting you claim space in front of Centipede or Galaga to your 15-year-old heart’s content. quartersbrewing.com

Secrets Revealed! Secret menus and hidden gems abound at several theme park locations:

→ Upon request at DISNEY’S ALL

STAR MOVIES RESORT food courts, a secret agent-worthy briefcase will be proffered containing old-fashioned Viewmasters, loaded with 3D off-menu pictures, including poutine with gravy and cheese curds, and a cinnamon bun burger with candied bacon (yeah, that’s a thing).

→ JUNGLE SKIPPER CAN-

TEEN in Magic Kingdom’s Adventureland usually has a secret menu special like spicy “Shrimp in a Cup” served in a souvenir Skipper Canteen mug.

→ Nestled among the bar items

at Universal’s HOPPING POT in Diagon Alley, and THE HOG’S HEAD PUB in Hogsmeade is a magical, 70 proof distillation straight out of J.K. Rowling’s books called Blishen’s Fire Whisky, cinnamon flavored and concocted in North Carolina. Hog’s Head Pub, in fact, has a secret drinks menu of beer cocktails and mixed potions.

→ Not-so-secret but off-the-beat-

en-track treats can be found at Epcot’s L'ARTISAN DES GLACES, a très French dessert shop tucked away behind Chefs de France, where one can enjoy croque glacé, a fresh-baked brioche filled with house-made ice cream and toasted in a special press.

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adventures past THe COlLeGe PArK piNeRy

The area that is now The DoubleTree by Hilton hotel and Central Christian Church between Lake Ivanhoe and Lake Concord was once the home of George Russell and his pineapple plantation. In the 1880s, Orlando was a hotbed of pineapple production, but it had died out by 1910, replaced by the cultural imperative of a water park—called Joyland—with boat rides, water slides and a dance hall. By 1919, it too was gone, purchased as the beginning of what has become College Park.

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That’s why it’s called the Milk District. Let’s rediscover Thomas Gilbert Lee’s legacy. T.G. opened his dairy in 1925 on the same site where the massive dairy owned by Dean Foods now stands (he also owned the land that became Colonial Plaza mall in the 1950s). The dairy was a tourist attraction in the 1930s, well before Disney’s dream was imagined. tgleedairy.com 40 | ORLANDOMAGAZINE.COM | OCTOBER 2018

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The giant sign of the chicken wearing a Confederate flag hat is gone, but Olde Dixie has risen again as a food truck (the chicken on the truck has a Florida state flag cap now). Closed in 2016, the restaurant had been a fixture in Pine Castle since 1962, serving old-style crispy chicken and massive amounts of fries. The original sign is now in the collection of the American Sign Museum in Cincinnati. oldedixiefriedchicken.net

THe BIrTh oF ‘CUe The Timucua Indians, the first native Americans to meet Spanish explorer Juan Ponce de León when he landed in 1513 in what is now St. Augustine, smoked meats over an open fire pit they called a barabicu. They also tried to roast the conquistador Juan Ortiz on one in 1528, but who hasn’t gone a little crazy after an afternoon of smoked alligator and fermented corn mash? So two-step back, Texas—barbecue belongs to Florida.

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perk it up BARABICU: JACKSONVILLE HISTORICAL SOCIETY

→ LISA’S ULTIMATE VINEGARS. Lisa

Hightower-Carney creates a splash of LUV varieties from warm to jalapeño hot. At Winter Park and Winter Garden farmers’ markets. facebook.com/lisasultimatevinegars

→ SWEET BABS. Barbara Lezcano’s homemade mojo sauces—Mama’s, garlicky spicy and sweet; Papa’s, ghost pepper-amplified and tangy—are flawless marinades and dipping sauces. Retail at Lucky’s Markets, Lombardi’s Seafood and others. sweetbabsbrands.com

EDWARD R KNIVES. Cutler and leather worker Edward Ratanun sur-developed arms rounds himself with craft and art: His Brazilian jiu jitsu-developed are sleeved in color-saturated tattoos, the names of his parents and sister flowing in elegant Thai script around his neck. Working out of a shared maker space in Longwood, Ratanun forms chef’s knives and pocket blades out of raw steel, then puts as much attention into handles made from black maple, colored resin, copper-infused carbon fiber and curly koa exotic wood as he puts into the exacting geometry of the metal edges. He opened a College Park leather shop in 2006 (now closed) after more than a decade as a financial adviser, crafting wallets, watchbands and briefcases by hand. Then, almost two years ago, he was asked by a friend if he’d ever thought of making knives. “I hadn’t,” he says, “but then I was.” After attending “the University of YouTube,” he taught himself about everything from hand grinding to 3D modeling, hamon tempers and Damascus steel. “It started as a hobby,” he says, “and turned into an obsession. Knife making is a deep, dark rabbit hole and I learn something new every day. I’m fascinated by the process, how things work.” Ratanun was featured in Knives Illustrated as a “Rising Star,” and his artistry is available at The Cookery on South Street and online as special order. edwardrknives.bigcartel.com OCTOBER 2018 | ORLANDOMAGAZINE.COM | 41

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Art Deco • Tory Burch Delaney embellished leather sandals, $348; Tory Burch sunglasses, $200; and Marc Jacobs mirrored sunglasses, $160; all at Bloomingdale’s, The Mall at Millenia. • Dora Mae Jewelry Trying Not To Smile earrings, $149, at Dora Mae Jewelry, Orlando. es eorgettes mm cuff, $79, at Frank, Winter Park. • Kendra Scott Allie gold statement earrings in black drusy, $170, at Kendra Scott, The Mall at Millenia. ary rances oral beaded clutch, $198, at Arabella, Winter Park. • Sam Edelman Hazel pointed toe heels, $120, at Sam Edelman, The Mall at Millenia. • Mignonne Gavigan pearl bracelet, $175, at The Grove, Winter Park. • Forema Boutique Special felt brim hat, $6, at Forema Boutique, Winter Park. • Mela Artisans black horn bangle set, $68, at Arabella, Winter Park. etty arre gold geometric cuff, $148, at Arabella, Winter Park. ebecca in off eo leather clutch, $145, at Bloomingdale’s, The Mall at Millenia. • BeJe ring stack, $174, at Arabella, Winter Park. • Salvatore Ferragamo Code silk scarf, $160, at Bloomingdale’s, The Mall at Millenia. OCTOBER 2018 | ORLANDOMAGAZINE.COM | 45

Minimalism • Louenhide Baby Bermuda bag, $125, at Frank, Winter Park. • Aqua Confetti dot scarf, $48, at Bloomingdale’s, The Mall at Millenia. • Forema Boutique Special black textured belt, $16, at Forema Boutique, Winter Park. • Sam Edelman Lewellyn studded mule, $120, at Sam Edelman, The Mall at Millenia. • August Hat Company baseball cap, $36; Nasty Gal Hippie belt bag, $65; and Kate Spade New York Park Row watch, $150; all at Bloomingdale’s, The Mall at Millenia. • Kendra Scott Edie Silver Bracelet in ivory pearl, $65, at Kendra Scott, The Mall at Millenia. • Sara Campbell Digging It sunglasses, $20, at Sara Campbell, Winter Park • Larissa Loden drop earrings, $45, at Frank, Winter Park. 46 | ORLANDOMAGAZINE.COM | OCTOBER 2018

World arts • Treasure Jewels Fruit Hoops, $98; and Treasure Jewels Yellow Rattan Bag, $125; both at Arabella, Winter Park. • Pons Avarcas Classic Style metallic champagne pons shoes, $79, avarcasusa.com. • Kendra Scott Lenni gold statement earrings in ivory feathers, $295, at Kendra Scott, The Mall at Millenia. • Sara Campbell Rotunda sunglasses, $20, at Sara Campbell, Winter Park. • Dewi Straw eyeglass case, $20, at Arabella, Winter Park. • Free People Denim Gansvoort sneakers, $122, at Forema Boutique, Winter Park. • Philippa Kunisch African beaded necklace, $250; and Mistura Avanti watch, $279; both at Frank, Winter Park. • Dora Mae Jewelry Run and Then Jump earrings, $149, at Dora Mae Jewelry, Orlando.

Sculptural • Sara Campbell white marble clutch, $68, at Sara Campbell, Winter Park. • Musse & Cloud leather booties, $128, at Arabella, Winter Park. • Quay Australia x Desi Perkins High Key sunglasses, $65, at The Grove, Winter Park. • Kate Spade New York marled bangle bracelets, $68, at Bloomingdale’s, The Mall at Millenia. • Melissa Shoes Girl Chrome + Jason Wu, $79; and Larissa Loden disc necklace, $45; both at Frank, Winter Park. • Salvatore Ferragamo Sculpted Double Gancini leather belt, $595, at Bloomingdale’s, The Mall at Millenia. ebecca in off lythe studded leather ap crossbody, $295, at Bloomingdale’s, The Mall at Millenia. • Sea Lily piano wire gunmetal necklace, $72, at Arabella, Winter Park. • Kendra Scott Naomi double ring in platinum drusy, $130, at Kendra Scott, The Mall at Millenia. 48 | ORLANDOMAGAZINE.COM | OCTOBER 2018

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Pop Art • Marc Jacobs Snapshot leather camera bag, $295; Aqua lucite hoops, $36; and Kate Spade New York Rosaria heart sunglasses, $160; all at Bloomingdale’s, The Mall at Millenia. • Kendra Scott Diane matte statement earrings in yellow, $85, at Kendra Scott, The Mall at Millenia. • Forema Boutique Special black scarf with polka dots and red details, $7, at Forema Boutique, Winter Park. • Emma Lomax Lashes makeup bag, $30, at Frank, Winter Park. • Sara Campbell circle resin bracelet in orange, $38, at Sara Campbell, Winter Park. • Salvatore Ferragamo Groove multicolor pool slide sandals, $395; and Nixon Medium Time Teller P watch, $75; both at Bloomingdale’s, The Mall at Millenia. • Dolce Vita Brie leather mules, $120, at Bloomingdale’s, The Mall at Millenia. • Forema Boutique Special black frame glasses, $10, at Forema Boutique, Winter Park. • Gorjana Super Star necklace, $60, at Frank, Winter Park. OCTOBER 2018 | ORLANDOMAGAZINE.COM | 51

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• Mignonne Gavigan Diana scarf necklace, $428, at The Grove, Winter Park. • Kate Spade New York Hayes Street Aria bag, $258, at Bloomingdale’s, The Mall at Millenia. • Sara Campbell silk organza wraps in peach and in vintage, $58 each, at Sara Campbell, Winter Park. • Olivia Burton marbled floral leather strap watch, $110, at Bloomingdale’s, The Mall at Millenia. • Sara Campbell teardrop resin earrings in pink, $38, at Sara Campbell, Winter Park. • Rifle Paper Co. x Keds Meadow Rose Champion sneakers, $60, riflepaperco.com. • Dora Mae Jewelry Your Story Matters bracelet, $89, at Dora Mae Jewelry, Orlando. • Deepa Gurnani Rose cuff, $148, at Arabella, Winter Park. • Quay Australia See Me Smile sunglasses, $55, at Bloomingdale’s, The Mall at Millenia.

Street Art â&#x20AC;˘ Valentino Love calf leather combat boots, $1,375; le ander c ueen ragon y ull sil scarf, $325; ior ior lub irrored ogo un isor, $385; alenciaga lassic colorbac runner snea ers, $695; ipchi alea tassel chain nec lace, $298; hristian ouboutin oubi ove leather snea ers, $895; Devon Leigh hammered triple-wedge statement earrings, $485; alenciaga lassic ity grafďŹ ti-print satchel, $2,580; and rada ti uette mini comic-print glace calf crossbody wallet, $800; all at Neiman Marcus, The Mall at Millenia. OCTOBER 2018 | ORLANDOMAGAZINE.COM | 53

Renaissance • Mignonne Gavigan Madeline earrings with glass beading, $225, at The Grove, Winter Park. • Kimera Yellow flats, $72, at Arabella, Winter Park. • Forema Boutique Special long layer necklace with cross charm, $12, at Forema Boutique, Winter Park. • Ivanka Trump Wareen embellished velvet loafers, $150; and Tory Burch Evil EyeWatch, $195; both at Bloomingdale’s, The Mall at Millenia. • Kendra Scott Boone cocktail ring in gold, $75, at Kendra Scott, The Mall at Millenia. • Dora Mae Even Bigger Ideas necklace, $229, at Dora Mae Jewelry, Orlando. • Salvatore Ferragamo quilted velvet minibag, $1,750; and Kenneth Cole Viola satin fringe slide sandals, $99; both at Bloomingdale’s, The Mall at Millenia. • ALEX AND ANI Angel Wing adjustable ring, $38, at ALEX AND ANI, Winter Park. • BaubleBar Avie drop hoop earrings, $48; and Kate Spade New York flower drop earrings, $68; both at Bloomingdale’s, The Mall at Millenia. • From St. Xavier ICU beaded box clutch, $115, at Bloomingdale’s, The Mall at Millenia. • Chakkar Blue lapis cuff, $118, at Arabella, Winter Park. • Sara Campbell hinge bracelet with pearl, $48, at Sara Campbell, Winter Park.

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Mixed Media â&#x20AC;˘ Christian Louboutin Loubiclutch Glitter Spikes clutch, $1,350; Rosantica Malocchio long mixed-charm necklace, $640; Valentino Spike It quilted heart shoulder bag, $4,045; Alain Mikli Edwidge narrow jeweled sunglasses, $590; Giuseppe Zanotti three-band sandal with lips, $1,150; Tory Burch Kacey embellished sneakers, $298; Oscar de la Renta bold disc clip-on earrings with crystals, $490; Devon Leigh abalone teardrop ring, $395; all at Neiman Marcus, The Mall at Millenia. 56 | ORLANDOMAGAZINE.COM | OCTOBER 2018

Mosaic • Aqua multicolor marled drop earrings, $32; and Gentle Soles by Kenneth Cole Break My Heart gladiator sandals, $160; both at Bloomingdale’s, The Mall at Millenia. • Krewe Julia sunglasses in stardust, $215, at Frank, Winter Park. • Sam DuPont Devi cuff, $88, at The Grove, Winter Park. • Deepa Gurnani beaded drop earrings, $72, at Arabella, Winter Park. • Zac Posen Eartha Iconic Rainbow leather convertible backpack, $395, at Bloomingdale’s, The Mall at Millenia. • Sam Edelman Rodney d’Orsay flats, $100, at Sam Edelman, The Mall at Millenia. • Martha Duran Design large butterfly bracelet, $88, at Frank, Winter Park. • Kendra Scott Inez gold pendant necklace in abalone shell, $90, at Kendra Scott, The Mall at Millenia. • Dora Mae Jewelry When Birds Sing Along earrings, $129, at Dora Mae Jewelry, Orlando. • Moschino multicolor 011 square sunglasses, $230, at Bloomingdale’s, The Mall at Millenia. OCTOBER 2018 | ORLANDOMAGAZINE.COM | 57

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Hooman Hamzehloui has a face that might look familiar to you—he’s been a lifelong Central Florida resident for 42 years. However, if you don’t recognize the face, it will be very difficult to forget his name, which has become synonymous with high-profile real estate transactions in Central Florida that have had a huge impact in the communities that he has served. In 2015, his sale in Polk County became the $200 million dollar Walmart Distribution Center. This transaction helped create 625 jobs with an average annual salary of $42,500. Two of his recently closed deals will lead to a 1,200-room luxury convention hotel and a 260room Tru by Hilton hotel. Both hotels will cost over a half a billion dollars and will create hundreds of jobs and tax revenue for many years to come. His commitment to exceeding his client’s highest expectations while delivering extraordinary results with unrivaled service has resulted in a long and loyal client list that is second to none. “Hooman has an incredible eye for identifying the best development deals before anyone else, and his

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The Faces of VACATIONS Wyndham Destinations

Wyndham Destinations believes in putting the world on vacation. Countless vacation memories are delivered through the steadfast commitment of a diverse workforce 25,000 strong. Vacations fuel our company, our careers and the lives of our customers. We open the world to travel. We celebrate the joy of the journey and the delight of the destination. These words guide the company’s vision to enrich lives in memorable ways. In June 2018, Wyndham Destinations established its global headquarters in Orlando, one of the world’s most celebrated destinations. Beginning here in Central Florida — and thriving

throughout the world — the company’s team of engaged associates contributes thousands of hours of volunteer service, philanthropic support and community involvement each year. Wyndham Destinations enables people to own vacations forever, exchange for a new view, or rent for a visit. The company’s presence in 110 countries at more than 220 vacation ownership resorts and 4,300+ affiliated exchange properties distinguishes Wyndham Destinations as the world’s largest vacation ownership and exchange company, with North America’s largest professionally managed rental business.

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The Face of EPILEPSY CARE

Ahmed Sadek, M.D. | Orlando Epilepsy Center “Our goal is to provide the highest quality of care for our epilepsy patients,” says Dr. Sadek, an Ivy League-trained neurologist with extensive training in the field of epilepsy management and Medical Director of Orlando Epilepsy Center. He adds, “We strive to achieve our goals of unparalleled epilepsy services to our patients not only through our clinical team but also by providing one of the most sophisticated centers for epilepsy monitoring.” As a specialist and thought leader in the field of epilepsy, Dr. Sadek believes that medical and surgical approaches for managing epilepsy should be tailored to each patient according to their epilepsy type, functional needs and their goals. In addition to highly advanced epilepsy management approaches, Dr. Sadek and his team emphasize compassion and patient advocacy as a core philosophy for their patient care. 3849 OAK WATER CIRCLE ORL ANDO, FL 32806 PHONE: 407-704-8510 ORL ANDO-EPILEPSY.COM

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Fabrizio Spinelli, Chief Marketing Officer and Co-founder; Marnie Forestieri, Chief Learning Officer and Co-founder; and Marcello Spinelli, Chief Financial Officer | Amazing Explorers Academy Innovation happens when a group of people with different skills and talents work together toward a common goal. The partners believe in practicing the principles of 21st century skills to promote a culture of innovation, empowerment and a mindset of lifelong learning. Amazing Explorers will be rolling out an innovative technology platform that integrates all aspects of the operation, a career plan for employees, and some new additions to

the curriculum. The partners realized early on that the franchise model did not allow employees in the industry to grow and develop a career, so they would leave. In an industry known for high turnover rates, they came up with a new model that attracts the best. Amazing Explorers will be rolling out a well-being curriculum for preschool from the Contentment Foundation, which partners with labs at Yale University and the University of California,

Berkeley. Another partnership with Mobile Greens and Wellness will allow children to pick fresh produce from a Trailer system that grows and delivers microgreens to the academies to prepare their meals. “We want to prepare children for the careers of the future,” says Forestieri. “Our approach promotes invaluable skills rooted in early learning experiences and will spark the desire to continue learning throughout their lives.”

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The Faces of BRIDGING TECHNOLOGY AND CAPABILITY BRIDG

BRIDG is a unique, not-for-profit, public-private partnership at the heart of a technology-based economic transformation happening less than 20 minutes from the Orlando International Airport and a mile from Florida’s Turnpike. Focused on innovation, BRIDG operates a new, versatile 200mm microelectronics wafer fabrication and R&D facility for advanced sensors, semiconductors, III-V materials, and integration technologies. BRIDG has nearly 60,000 square feet of laboratory/manufacturing space inside a 109,000-square-foot building that in-

cludes two cleanrooms (Class 10,000 and Class 100 standards). Within that space, BRIDG provides the infrastructure and processes needed to test concepts as companies transition their products through development and production cycles. Located at NeoCity’s 500-acre masterplanned innovation community in Osceola County, BRIDG is strategically positioned to capitalize on the collaboration between high-tech industries and universities while leveraging the strength of the Orlando region as Florida’s nexus for technology development.

With support from founding visionaries – Osceola County, the University of Central Florida, and the Florida High Tech Corridor Council – and others, BRIDG is the catalyst to bring high-value jobs to Florida, providing a diversified and competitive advantage on a global scale. Through BRIDG, its partners, and the growing technology economy, Central Florida is becoming recognized as THE place to be. BRIDG is proud to be part of “the other half” of Orlando: “Bridging the Innovation Development Gap” making commercialization possible.

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The Face of PHILANTHROPY Mark Brewer, President/CEO Central Florida Foundation

When it comes to addressing complex social issues – from homelessness to education, social enterprise and more – you’re sure to find Mark Brewer of Central Florida Foundation at the table. As the Foundation’s president and CEO, Mark has earned respect for his ability to build community partnerships that meet issues head-on and produce measurable results. He is a well-known national speaker on the independent sector, philanthropy’s role in the United States, venture philanthropy strategies, and the role of the independent sector in public policy. In his leadership role at the Central Florida Foundation, Mark frequently advises private and corporate foundation grant-makers across the region. The Foundation believes that philanthropy is powerful and that thoughtful strategies, combined with a generous community, make Orlando a place where everyone feels at home. The Foundation works with families focused on giving back, with nonprofits and with the public and private sectors to bring philanthropy to life. It all began in 1994 as a dream around a table of local, passionate people, and has grown to be one of the community’s most trusted resources. Join in and learn more at cffound.org. 800 N. MAGNOLIA AVE. | SUITE 1200 ORL ANDO, FL 32803 407-872-3050 | CFFOUND.ORG

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The Face of SPORTS TOURISM Jason Siegel, CEO | Central Florida Sports Commission

Founded in 1993, the Central Florida Sports Commission (CFSC) is a community and privately funded nonprofit whose mission is to attract and manage sports-related events, conferences and activities that drive positive economic impact for the region. The CFSC is one of the country’s largest regional sports commissions, representing the City of Orlando, Lake, Orange, Osceola and Seminole counties and the 30+ facilities within the Central Florida footprint. Jason Siegel is entering his third year as CEO, and was recognized by the Orlando Business Journal as a CEO of the Year in 2017. Under Siegel’s leadership, the CFSC will host more than 150 events and is projected to drive more than $400 million in economic impact from 2016-2018. “It takes a village, and hosting is in our community’s DNA,” Siegel says. “Collaboration is paramount and we would not be successful without the commitment of our CFSC staff, board of directors, and stakeholders in government, business, pro sports, colleges and universities, and the tourism industry.” Siegel and his team are targeting new and returning marquee events, including WrestleMania, Monster Jam World Finals, NCAA championships, Olympic qualifiers, major league all-star games, and large amateur and e-sports events. They are also spearheading Orlando’s campaign – along with the City of Orlando and Orlando City Soccer Club – to serve as a host city for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. 400 W. CHURCH ST. | SUITE 205 ORL ANDO, FL 32801 407-648-4900 | CENTRALFLORIDASPORTS.ORG

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The Face of THE CIGAR LIFESTYLE Jeff Borysiewicz | Corona Cigar Company

Jeff Borysiewicz, president and founder of Corona Cigar Company, is the guru of premium cigars, whisky and tobacco. From growing their exclusive Florida Sun Grown cigar tobacco on their farm in Clermont, to handcrafting their own cigars to procuring prized barrels of the world’s most exclusive whiskies, Borysiewicz has always been focused on bringing aficionados “the ultimate cigar experience.” FOR A LOCATION NEAR YOU! PHONE: 407-248-1212 | CORONACIGAR.COM

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The Faces of CUTTING-EDGE ADVERTISING Larry Meador and Executive Team | evok advertising The face of the advertising industry is changing – evolving through advancements in new media, technology, big data and an emphasis on truly integrated digital strategies. But creativity, experience and a passion for achieving measurable results remain constants, and you can see these attributes and more in the faces of evok advertising’s leadership team. “Our success and growth is directly tied to our ability to attract some incredibly talented team members,” says Larry Meador,

founder and chief strategy officer. “It truly is the team and the culture that my partner Terry Mooney and I are most proud of.” While the agency has worked primarily with national brands, its business model has evolved. Recently, evok’s team refocused on a handful of industries where they feel their experience aligns with industry growth and opportunity, including healthcare, restaurants, professional services, consumer packaged goods, and travel, tourism and entertainment.

The agency’s approach, size and versatility allow it to respond quickly to ever-changing market conditions: The entire team can adapt, not just react, with integrated, omnichannel strategies for their clients. “These strategies are measurable,” Meador says. “We’ve created multiple client relationships in which our profit is directly tied to the results we help our clients achieve. We’re confident in our abilities and expect to be held accountable for our results.”

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The Faces of SPEARHEADING INNOVATION Full Sail University

Full Sail University has entered the world of college esports with Armada, a varsity esports team open to all students at the university. It is the first step in Full Sail’s build-out of an esports lifestyle. With a proud history of offering award-winning degree programs in gaming, sports marketing, and more recently, sportscasting, Full Sail was uniquely positioned as an endemic brand in the esports space, and utilizes that position to both build an incredible team, and to break ground on a

state-of-the-art esports venue on campus. The 8,200+ square foot multi-purpose space will be fully equipped with cuttingedge technology, and will host collegiate and professional gaming tournaments, live esports streaming events, and more. The facility will include seating for 500, allowing spectators to cheer for Armada onsite. The initiative to bring the burgeoning field of esports to Full Sail was spearheaded by faculty and students to provide an esports culture, and aims to attract com-

petitive players, casual players and fans who desire to have esports as a major component of their college experience. Armada gives students the opportunity to play other universities at collegiate-level events in popular games including Overwatch, Rocket League, Smash Brothers, and more. Full Sail is excited to add to Orlando’s flourishing technology landscape, and invites you to join us in cheering on this fantastic group of next-gen athletes… GO ARMADA!

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The Face of WORLD CLASS AIR TRAVEL

Phil Brown, Chief Executive Officer | Greater Orlando Aviation Authority With more than 46 million annual passengers and nonstop flights to 157 domestic and international destinations, Orlando International Airport (MCO) is the busiest airport in Florida. At the helm of one of the nation’s fastest growing major airports is Phil Brown, Greater Orlando Aviation Authority Chief Executive Officer. He is responsible for the operation and management of both MCO and Orlando Executive Airport, with a combined budget of over $566 million. As Aviation Authority CEO for the past 8 years, Brown has overseen major milestones and projects at MCO. The current $4.27 billion Capital Improvement Program is the largest construction and renovation project in airport history. Already operational are the South Airport Automated People Mover/Intermodal Terminal Facility Complex and expanded ticket lobbies with interactive, high definition video walls. A new, 19-gate South Terminal Complex is scheduled for completion in 2021. Central Florida continues to flourish as the most visited destination in the U.S., and under Brown’s leadership, Orlando International Airport was ranked by J.D. Power “Highest in Customer Satisfaction for Mega Airports” in 2017. The airport provides $31 billion in economic impact to the region. ONE JEFF FUQUA BOULEVARD ORL ANDO, FLORIDA 32827 PHONE: 407-825-2001 | FA X: 407-825-3100 ORL ANDOAIRPORTS.NET

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The Face of WINTER PARK REAL ESTATE Kelly L. Price | Kelly Price & Company

Sparked by her enthusiasm for people and love of real estate, Kelly L. Price is the dynamic force behind one of Central Florida’s most prominent real estate firms, Kelly Price & Company. For 29 years, Kelly’s tenacity and energy has shaped her passion for real estate, prompting her to establish her own company 16 years ago. Kelly’s institution has been flourishing and faithfully showcasing her experience in the Winter Park community. A native of Memphis, Tennessee, Kelly moved to Winter Park in 1975 when she was twelve. She quickly became devoted to the area, proudly call-

ing it her home. She attended Winter Park High School and then obtained her bachelor’s degree from the University of Florida. Kelly strengthened her Florida roots as she received her MBA from the Crummer School of Business at Rollins College. Her time in Winter Park bolstered her influence there, as well as in the greater Orlando area. As a business owner, broker, and overall notable leader in her industry, Kelly considers Winter Park to be more than just her residence. On a delightful cobblestone street in Winter Park, you’ll discover an invested group of professionals eagerly

offering integrity, loyalty, and unwavering enthusiasm, all guaranteed in Kelly’s company motto. Comprised of some of the most determined and awarded sales associates in Florida, Kelly Price & Company aims to serve clients by earnestly working to achieve their ultimate satisfaction. Choosing Kelly Price & Company ensures fostering relationships with experts whose passion for their work fuels their dedication to their clients. Kelly and her exceptional agents are honored to represent Winter Park through their hard work and proven results.

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The Faces of BUILDING BASKETBALL CHAMPIONS Kevin Boyle, Head Coach | Montverde Academy Kelly Boyle, Owner | Kevin Boyle Basketball Camps/Clinics Kevin Boyle is a five-time national high school coach of the year (USA Today, ESPN, Naismith, Max Preps). He has appeared in the prestigious Geico National High School Championship Final game in six of the last seven seasons, winning three consecutive national championships. This year he won his fourth. Boyle’s high school team, Montverde Academy (FL), was deemed “The Team of the Decade in High School Basketball” by USA Today. Kevin is the Director of the Montverde Academy

Center for Basketball Development-CBD, with over 7 teams under his guidance from 7th grade to Post Graduate year. Among those teams is the nationally renowned high school varsity team producing NBA Lottery picks: Ben Simmons, 1st pick 2016; D’Angelo Russell, 2nd pick 2015; and Joel Embiid, 3rd pick 2014. Included in his 31year coaching career was his first stop at St. Patrick HS (NJ) where he built his first national program and coached Kyrie Irving (1st pick 2011) and Michael Kidd-

Gilchrist (2nd pick 2012). HBO filmed the documentary A Prayer for a Perfect Season, about his 2010-2011 season. Kevin and wife Kelly own and operate Kevin Boyle Basketball Camps-KBBC in Florida and New Jersey. KBBC is also international, with thriving camps in Brazil, China, Dubai, Germany, Russia, and the Philippines. Kevin Boyle is entering his 32nd season as a head coach. He continues to develop basketball champions playing at the highest level in college and the NBA.

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The Face of PUBLIC TRANSIT

Albert J. “Bert” Francis II, CPA, Chief Financial Officer | LYNX—Central Florida Regional Transportation Authority This year, LYNX is celebrating its 25th anniversary. LYNX operates more than 500 fixed-route and paratransit vehicles in a 2,500 square-mile service area. During the past year LYNX has added Wi-Fi to all buses and unveiled four mobile applications: PawPass, a mobile payment system; LYNX Bus Tracker, real-time information; NeighborLink, a trip booking app; and LYNX See & Say, incident reporting. In fiscal year 2017, LYNX provided 83,000 rides each weekday and more than 26 million trips. Albert J. “Bert” Francis II, CPA, LYNX’s Chief Financial Officer, has worked for LYNX for over eight years. He is the spokesperson for LYNX on all financial matters. A hands-on leader who oversees the financial operations as well as Human Resources and Procurement, Francis has over 35 years’ experience in senior level management. He has also worked as the CFO for the University of Central Florida Foundation, and as CFO for the Canaveral Port Authority. Francis serves as secretary for the Amalgamated Union 1596 Pension plan and serves on local community boards to provide his financial expertise. Francis is a Certified Public Accountant and received his Bachelor’s degree from the University of Central Florida. 455 N. GARLAND AVE. | ORLANDO, FL 32801 PHONE: 407-841-LYNX | GOLYNX.COM

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The Faces of CHILDREN’S HEALTH

Kenneth Alexander, MD, PhD, Chief of the Division Of Infectious Diseases Tamarah Westmoreland, MD, PhD, Pediatric General & Thoracic Surgeon Joseph Mazar, PhD, Research Scientist Peter Phelan, Research Scientist | Nemours Children’s Hospital Zika virus, feared for its severe effects on fetuses, may hold potential as a treatment for neuroblastoma, a rare-but-deadly childhood cancer, according to early research findings from Nemours Children’s Hospital in Orlando. “Zika’s destructive nature makes it a promising cancer treatment. Zika targets developing nerve cells, the same type of cells from which neuroblastoma arises. Zika virus attacks cancer cells while leaving normal cells alone,” said Kenneth Alexander,

MD, PhD, chief of the Division of Infectious Diseases. Researchers tested the effect of Zika viruses on neuroblastoma cell lines. Ten days after infection, most neuroblastoma cells were killed. This research provides the groundwork for future studies to determine if Zika virus could lead to new treatments for a condition that currently has few good options. “Neuroblastoma is a challenging cancer needing innovative therapies. Zika virus could become a treatment because it

targets the developing nerve cell from which neuroblastoma arises, but does not affect mature nerve cells in cell culture,” said Tamarah Westmoreland, MD, PhD, pediatric general and thoracic surgeon. Neuroblastoma accounts for 6 percent of childhood cancers but causes a disproportionately high number (15 percent) of childhood cancer deaths. Most cases do not respond well to standard treatments, resulting in high mortality and a desperate need to identify new therapies.

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The Faces of BALANCED BEAUTY IN PLASTIC SURGERY Charles E. Newman, Jr, MD and Dzi-Long Newman, PA-C | Newman Plastic Surgery Understanding the intricacies of aesthetic balance sets Newman Plastic Surgery apart. Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Charles Newman, along with wife and physician assistant, Dzi Newman, have built their Orlando practice on the principles of Balanced Beauty. Their approach utilizes the integration of technology, science, and function to complement each other to achieve aesthetic harmony. “Patients sometime say things like,

‘just fix it’ or ‘just make it go away,’ requesting procedures they believe will miraculously eliminate their specific problem area.” Dr. Newman cautions that “just fix it” procedures don’t always yield the results truly desired because the modification can throw off the balance of the patient’s overall appearance. “The nose pictured in the magazine may look great on a particular celebrity but it won’t necessarily work aesthetically with your eyes, cheeks,

jaw line, etc. Breast enhancement and body contouring can restore proportions that may have changed after having children. However, breasts that are too large can overpower a woman’s frame, making her appear heavy. Our goal is to help patients claim whole beauty. It is not about erasing or replacing individual parts but rather approaching the patient in a comprehensive manner so we can uncover, enhance, and refine each individual’s aesthetic potential.”

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LEADERSHIP

The Faces of COMMUNITY & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

Back L to R: Sharon Smoley, Vice President of Advocacy and Public Policy; Scott Fagan, Chief Financial Officer; Nick Abrahams, Chief of Staff; John F. Davis, Executive Vice President, Orlando Regional Chamber; Dale A. Brill, Senior Vice President, Research and Foundation for Building Community; Front L to R: Jim Hartmann, Consultant, Alliance for Regional Transportation; Lisa Hultquist, Senior Vice President, Marketing & Communications; Tim Giuliani, President and CEO; Crystal Sircy, Chief Operating Officer | Orlando Economic Partnership With an eye on the future, the Orlando Economic Partnership is advancing the pace of change and altering the perceptions of a region best known for tourism by re-conceptualizing the Orlando area’s economic future. The Partnership is leading a multiyear pursuit to create a new model for economic and community

development that establishes a new path toward prosperity for all. The Partnership’s initiatives include economic development, advocacy and public policy, advancing transportation solutions and branding the Orlando region as a great place to do business. The organization is home to the Orlando

Regional Chamber of Commerce, Leadership Orlando, the Foundation for Building Community, and the Orlando Film Commission. The Partnership is injecting fresh resources and visionary perspectives while harnessing Orlando’s culture of collaboration, inclusivity, discipline and innovation.

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The Faces of THE RELIABLE ONE

Marcus Anderson, Water Technician III; Alejandra Ortega, Call Center Representative I; Christine Wright, Senior Chemist; Sheila Rivera, Conservation Coordinator; Shawn Wall, Line Technician III | Orlando Utilities Commission As your hometown utility for nearly a century, our commitment to customers and community is made possible by our employees who have always been the heart of OUC. Behind The Reliable One are people weaving reliability with sustainability. From harnessing the sun’s rays with Central Florida’s first community solar farm to driving innovation with 165 electric vehicle charging stations, we’re constantly seek-

ing ways to make your home more energy efficient while using the right fuel mix to keep rates affordable and make a mark on the environment. In fact, earlier this year, we announced a six-fold solar energy increase that will help even more of our customers reap the benefits of the sun. And, our employees take great pride in living up to our name, providing 20 consecutive years of the most reliable electric

service in Florida and clean, safe, greattasting drinking water. Whether going above and beyond to get the job done right or coming up with innovative ways to do things more efficiently, reliably and safely, our employees live up to our name, “The Reliable One,”” each and every day. After all, we live here, too, and believe in the power of neighbors helping neighbors.

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The Faces of SERVING THOSE WHO DEFEND AMERICA©

Front L to R: Todd Wilcox, Founder and Executive Chairman; Chris Grim, Chief Financial Officer. Back L to R: Steve Lahr, Business Development; Brian Scott, Chief Executive Officer | Patriot Defense Patriot Defense provides specialized training, expeditionary logistics and operational support to America’s military special operations forces (SOF) and civilian intelligence agencies. In the early days of the company’s history, Patriot Defense focused the unique qualifications and extensive experience of a small group of employees and independent contractors on providing specialized training

and operational support to enhance the effectiveness and interoperability of an elite set of clients engaged in the Global War on Terrorism. The executive leadership team has led both organic growth and an acquisition strategy to diversify and scale the company’s capabilities into complementary defense and aerospace sectors. The company is now on the verge of new

expansion plans into engineering and aerospace manufacturing. Patriot Defense has planted roots right here in Orlando and continues to foster a unique culture that is perpetuated through the prism of our core values while pursuing a vision to be a 360-degree provisional provider of specialized support and mission essential equipment Serving those who defend America.

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The Faces of LUXURY REAL ESTATE

CEO Judy Green and President Budge Huskey | Premier Sotheby’s International Realty We were founded in 1983 as a firm specializing in the markets in which we live — and that is still who we are today. Proudly serving our neighbors, Premier Sotheby’s International Realty has four Central Florida branch offices, as well as locations in Port Orange and New Smyrna Beach. Judy Green, a graduate of Oviedo High School and the town’s first female mayor, began her real estate career in the Orlando area over 35 years ago. She rose from

owning her own local company to senior positions within Coldwell Banker NRT. In 2010, she created Florida’s largest luxury real estate brokerage. Budge Huskey, raised in his family’s real estate business, spent the first 20 years of his career in Central Florida. Working with Green, he served as President of Coldwell Banker, NRT’s Florida operations, Regional Executive Vice President of NRT and CEO of Coldwell Banker Real Estate, LLC., relocating to the Northeast in 2010.

In 2016, he returned to Florida, reuniting with Green at Premier Sotheby’s International Realty. Today, the industry veterans combine their local expertise with the global reach of a time-honored brand, leading over 1,000 associates in more than 40 locations throughout Florida and North Carolina. We will never forget who we are: the local brokerage with the storied heritage. We sell homes — from and to — the best clients in the world. You.

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The Faces of TRANSPORTATION TECHNOLOGY

Keith Smith, GISP, Applied Technology Manager; Cedric Gaines, Software Architect; David Mulholland, PE, Senior Vice President | VHB In todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s rapidly changing transportation environment, engineers and planners are more and more often working alongside application developers and technology gurus to capitalize on the benefits of transportation technology. Emerging technology researchers forecast that a single autonomous or connected vehicle (AV/ CV) may generate an average of one gigabyte or more of data per second. When these fully autonomous vehicles begin to regularly utilize the transportation network, a level of connectedness that has never been available may allow

planners, engineers, decisionmakers, and the public to have even more access to continuous near real-time data streams. VHB, led by Dave Mulholland, PE, is working closely with clients and colleagues in Central Florida to advance transportation technology, helping to pave the way and offering insight into the deployment of technology tools and applications. Transportation technology, particularly AV technology, is changing the way the engineering industry thinks and how the curriculum and training for the next generation of engineers will need to evolve.

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Red velvet cake is among the treats at The Glass Knife, which offers all manner of sweet and savory goodness. The Winter Park spot and a host of other eateries are listed in Recommended Eating.

WE’LL DECK THE HALLS F O R Y O U R H O L I D AY P A R T Y .

Make merry among the stars at Jack’s Place, featuring the largest collection of celebrity caricatures. Put a tropical twist on the holidays with a patio party at ’39 Poolside Bar & Grill. Impress your guests with a not-so-silent night out at our state-of-the-art entertainment venue, 3NINE. Or if you prefer, customizable private ballrooms are at the ready. Whether it’s a party for a group of 8 or 1,800, our event team at Rosen Plaza will make certain every spirit is bright.

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Boma-Flavors of Africa Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge, 2901 Osceola Parkway, Lake Buena Vista 407-939-3463. disneyworld.disney.go.com B, D daily. At buffet-style Boma, African-influenced foods span the continent from the Mediterranean to South Africa. To their credit, chefs at Boma prepare every item fresh every day. The breakfast selctions are superb. $$$  Jiko-The Cooking Place Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge, 2901 Osceola Parkway, Lake Buena Vista 407-939-3463. disneyworld.disney.go.com D nightly. Wood-burning ovens and traditional cooking styles infuse Jiko with the diverse flavors of Africa. Everything on the exotic menu, from East African curries to Moroccan savory pastries, will please. $$$$ Ẃ Sanaa Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge, Kidani Village, 2901 Osceola Parkway, Lake Buena Vista 407-939-3463. disneyworld.disney.go.com. L-D daily. Sanaa’s focus on the foods of East Africa makes for a mouth-watering trip. Flavors of India, Portugal and Europe infuse the menu, with many dishes served as multi-item samplers. Pair the short ribs or the smoky, mildly spicy perfection of tandoori chicken with little-known wines from Indian vineyards. $$$ Ẃ

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903 Mills Market 903 S. Mills Ave., Orlando 407898-4392. 903millsmarketcafe.com B-L-D daily. This simple little neighborhood eatery is a great place to stop in for the “EMT,’’ an award-winning sandwich that’s a concoction of breaded eggplant, melted mozzarella, sliced tomatoes and pesto served in a toasted club roll. 903 also has a selection of 100 craft beers, along with weeknight dinner specials, including Meatloaf Mondays. $ %Ace Café Orlando 100 W. Livingston St., 407996-6686. acecafeusa.com L-D daily; BR Sun. Our 2018 Readers’ Choice for Best Happy Hour, which runs from 5 to 7 weekdays. There are car or motorcycle “meets’’ most every night—from Mustangs to Mopars, hot rods to Harleys—so the hours are even happier (every Thursday is Bike Night). Inside, Ace’s menu is classic American, with Buffalo wings, meatloaf, and all manner of burgers. $$ Artist Point Disney’s Wilderness Lodge, 901 Timberline Drive, Lake Buena Vista 407-939-3463. disneyworld.disney.go.com/dining D daily. A fantastic lodge setting combines with flavors of the Northwest to make this restaurant a prime Disney draw. The menu mainstay is the Chinook cedar plank salmon; seasonal items include bison, venison and diver scallops. The wine list, exclusive to Oregon and Washington State vineyards, offers some great Willamette Valley and Red Mountain labels. $$$$ Ẃ %Beth’s Burger Bar 24 E. Washington St. Orlando 407-650-4950; 5145 S. Orange Ave., Edgewood 407-888-1190; 9938 Universal Blvd., Orlando 407-888-1190. bethsburgerbar.com L-D

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Most restaurants listed here are recommended by an Orlando magazine dining critic. Others are marked as winners of our critic and readers’ 2018 Dining Awards and/or as recent advertisers. This list is offered as a reader service and is not intended to be comprehensive. Although we make every effort to keep the listings current, they are subject to change without notice.

daily. Winner of the Dining Awards’ Readers’ Choice for Best Local Burger the past three years. Owner Beth Steele and her crew offer an impressive array of mouthwatering creations in an informal, welcoming atmosphere. The Peanut Butter Burger is truly tasty, topped with grilled onions, cheddar cheese and A1 sauce. And if you dare, order the Double D Challenge—a four-patty burger featuring eight slices of bacon and five different cheeses. Win a T-shirt if you finish it! $-$$ California Grill Disney’s Contemporary Resort, 4600 North World Drive, 15th Floor, Lake Buena Vista 407-939-3463. disneyworld.disney.go.com D nightly. The venerable Disney gem underwent a major makeover a few years ago, but the incredible views and abundant wine selections have ramained. The menu changes daily, but some things are constant: Pork Two Ways features grilled tenderloin and pork belly served with goat cheese polenta; the beef filet from the searing wood oven is also a standout. There’s a 10- to 14-course sushi bar extravaganza nightly for a limited number of diners. $$$$ Ẃ %Chef’s Table at the Edgewater 99 W. Plant St, Winter Garden 407-230-4837. chefstableattheedgewater.com D nightly. Kevin and Laurie Tarter’s restaurant has ruled the chef’s table category for a decade and 2018 was no exception, as it captured the top pick from our critic and readers. Chef de Cuisine David Lampman came to Chef’s Table in 2009 and is now the main hand in the kitchen, executing Tarter’s culinary vision with plates of lowcountry perloo, New Orleans-influenced fish, and fork-tender osso buco. $$$$ Ẃ Copper Canyon Grill Pointe Orlando, 9101 International Drive, Orlando 407-363-3933. ccgrill.com L-D daily. This restaurant offers up full-flavored American cuisine made from scratch daily with an emphasis on fresh and bold tastes. The menu features classics like meatloaf and hickory grilled steaks but also puts a spin on other staples like skillet-baked cornbread. $$-$$$$ Dexter’s Three Orlando-area locations. dexwine. com L-D daily; BR Sat.-Sun.; These combination art gallery, chill-out hangout and neighborhood fixture cafés offer signature sandwiches and immense pasta bowls and entrées. $$ Ẃ Earls Kitchen+Bar The Mall at Millenia, 4200 Conroy Road, Orlando 407-345-8260. earls.ca L-D daily, BR Sat.-Sun. This upscale casual chain offers delicious diversity in its menu, crafted by Chef Simon Zanotto. Try the avocado “Super Toast,’’ the combo platter of ribs and chicken, the bacon cheddar burger, or the Korean bibimbap of fresh and pickled veggies in a stone rice bowl. The impressive cocktail menu includes Bees Knees, a concoction of Aviation gin, Cointreau, bitters, lemon and honey. $$-$$$ Ẃ Ember 42 W. Central Blvd., Orlando 407-8495200. emberorlando.com L-D daily. Enjoy appetizers and cocktails downtown at this upscale bar. Flatbreads, sliders and salads fill the menu as well as daily specials. Exposed brick and a rich

color scheme add to the cozy atmosphere. Dine inside near the main bar or outside in the courtyard. $-$$ Ẃ Everglades Restaurant Rosen Centre, 9840 International Drive, Orlando 407-996-9840 ext. 3610. evergladesrestaurant.com D nightly. Nestled in a sprawling hotel complex and aimed at celebrating regional Florida food, Everglades specializes in prime steaks and seafood as well as more unusual items such as gator chowder and marinated buffalo. $$$ Ẃ Farm & Haus 3201 Corrine Drive, Orlando. farmandhaus.com. D Mon-Thu. If you’re too busy prepare dinner, just order online and Farm & Haus will cook and deliver it, or you can pick it up at East End Market. The menu, which changes weekly, has included slow-cooked lamb with braised fennel and oranges over couscous; English pea and smoked country ham risotto; and brown butter carrot cake. $-$$ %Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers 3200 S. Orange Ave., 8107 Vineland Road. freddysusa.com Open daily. It’s simply a skinny steakburger on a toasted bun, but pleases the palate: Freddy’s captured our Critic’s Pick for Best Burger in the 2018 Dining Awards, as well as the Judges’ Choice in our inaugural Burger Battle in 2017. The frozen custard is a delight too, as are the Nutter Butter ice cream sandwiches. $ The Glass Knife 276 S. Orlando Ave, Winter Park 407-500-2253. theglassknife.com B-L-D daily, 7 a.m.-10 p.m.; BR Sat.-Sun. This hotspot near Winter Park Village is a sleek yet approachable haven for those in search of both sweet and savory. Start the day with doughnuts, an avocado and egg toast, or a cheddar biscuit sandwich. Lunch standouts include the turkey bacon club and the berry bacon spinach salad. In the evening, enjoy Southern red velvet or carrot cake, and European-style pastries along with fine wines, craft beers and champagne. Be warned: You might be unable to resist taking home one of The Glass Knife’s gorgeous cakes. $$ Graffiti Junktion 700 E. Washington St., Thornton Park 407-426-9503; 2401 Edgewater Drive, Orlando 407-377-1961 and eight other Orlando area locations. graffitijunktion.com L-D daily; BR Sun. Graffiti Junktion specializes in burgers. Items like the Iron City Burger (topped with a fried egg and Canadian bacon among more traditional toppings like American cheese and onions) are complemented by daily happy hour specials and themed nights throughout the week. $-$$ %Hillstone 215 S. Orlando Ave., Winter Park 407-740-4005. hillstone.com L-D daily. Grilling is king here, whether the choice is steak, fish, chops or chicken. The hardwood-grilled trout, pork ribs and cheeseburger are standouts—as is the lakeside setting, which put Hillstone at the top among readers in the categories of Outdoor Dining and View in our 2018 Dining Awards poll. $$-$$$$ Ẃ

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DINE RECOMMENDED EATING %Keke’s Breakfast Café Multiple Orlando-area locations. kekes.com B-L daily. Voted Best Breakfast by readers for the past three years, this Orlando-based chain has more than a dozen local outlets offering a wide selection of pancakes (enormous), waffles, French toast, omelets, egg combos and more. $ LakeHouse Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress, 1 Grand Cypress Bloulevard., Orlando. 407-2394240. grandcypress.regency.hyatt.com B-L-D daily. This resort hotel restaurant features a huge selection of light-to-hearty offerings throughout the day, including a breakfast buffet. Among the dinner menu items are St. Louis ribs, spaghetti squash lasagne, and Atlantic beer-battered cod filet. $$-$$$$.  Marlow’s Tavern Four Orlando-area locations. marlowstavern.com L-D daily. This cozy tavern puts a gourmet spin on classic American cuisine and offers a wide selection of beers. Try one of their popular cheeseburgers, the blackened fish tacos, or white cheddar shrimp and grits. Among the desserts is the fried banana split. $$ %Maxine’s on Shine 337 N. Shine Ave., Orlando 407-674-6841. maxinesonshine.com L Fri.-Sun.; D Tue.-Sun.; BR Sun. This casual bistro is full of quirky charm, with a menu ranging from bar snacks to full entrees emphasizing seafood. Outdoor seating, live music, an interesting wine list and the presence of delightful proprietors add up to everything you should expect from a local restaurant. Winner of the Readers’ Choice for Neighborhood Restaurant and Best Kept Secret in our 2018 Dining Awards. $$-$$$. Ẃ %Omelet Bar 2250 Strategy Blvd., Orlando 407-704-1597. omeletbar.com B-L daily, BR Sun. Winner of our Critic’s Pick for Best Breakfast in the 2018 Dining Awards, this eatery across from UCF shines with overstuffed build-your-own omelets, a pancake bar, breakfast bread bowls and a three-way chicken and waffles “flight.” Lobster Benedict and unlimited mimosas make for a pleasant Sunday brunch. $-$$ %Orlando Meats 728 Virginia Drive, Orlando 407598-0700. orlandomeats.com B-L Tue.-Sat.; BR Sun. It’s a hands-on full-service butcher shop but a great place for breakfast and lunch as well. Not wasting anything, Orlando Meats’ potato chips are fried in beef tallow. The menu includes a fried turkey bologna sandwich (with yellow mustard on white bread); and the beef, meatloaf and burgers are roasted, baked or ground on premises. For breakfast, the offerings include the Blarney Stone: corned beef, sauerkraut, corned mayo, Swiss, and fried egg on a bagel. Winner of the Critic’s Pick for Best Lunch in our 2018 Dining Awards. $-$$ The Outpost Neighborhood Kitchen 2603 Edgewater Drive, Orlando 407-930-6282. outpostcollegepark.com L-D Tue.-Sun.; BR Sun. At this eatery, virtually everything is house-made, including condiments and sauces. The shrimp and grits are superb, featuring white cheddar and Parmesan along with a spicy Cajun brown butter sauce and chorizo. The enormous Ericsson smoked pork ribs are cut St. Louis style and covered in a smokysweet sauce. $$-$$$ The Parkview 136 S. Park Ave., Winter Park 407647-9103. facebook.com/TheParkviewWP L-D daily, BR Sat.-Sun. This self-described “neighborhood joint’’ excels with most menu ventures, especially at brunch, with items such as the pastrami tartine—an open-faced sandwich of house-cured beef and poached egg on a ba-

tard—and a variety of frittatas, the best being the mélange of savory mushrooms, broccolini and goat cheese. There are plenty of national and local brews on tap, along with an extensive wine list, and The Parkview features live jazz and indie music nights. $$-$$$ Ẃ The Ravenous Pig 565 W. Fairbanks Ave., Winter Park 407-628-2333. theravenouspig.com L-D daily. Chefs Julie and James Petrakis, both Orlando-area natives who trained at the Culinary Institute of America, showcase the “gastropub” phenomenon with an ever-changing menu that includes fare like seared foie gras, pork porterhouse, mushroom cannelloni and the Ellensburg Lamb Noisette with royal trumpet mushrooms. $$$ Ẃ RusTeak 2625 Edgewater Drive, Orlando 407540-1100 rusteakwinebar.com L-D Mon.-Sat. This popular College Park gathering place boasts a prodigious range of offerings, from steaks and flatbreads to tasty burgers and salads. RusTeak offers a sizable wine list and a wide variety of craft cocktails. $$-$$$. Ẃ Seasons 52 Plaza Venezia, 7700 Sand Lake Road, Dr. Phillips 407-354-5212; 463 E. Altamonte Drive, Altamonte Springs 407-767-1252. seasons52.com L-D daily. Like the food it serves, this Darden upscale chain remains as fresh as the day it opened. Most dishes are under 475 calories, and what flavorful calories they are: from the caramelized sea scallops with lemon risotto and roasted asparagus, to the wood-roasted pork tenderloin with sweet potato mash and spring vegetables. The wine list is just as impressive. $$$ Ẃ Se7en Bites 617 N. Primrose Drive, Orlando 407203-0727. se7enbites.com B-L Tue.-Sun. Baker and pie maker Trina Gregory-Propst likes to push the limits of food as you know it, and her neighborhood breakfast and lunch destination packs in the patrons. Se7en Bites’ creations include hand-made moonpies, cupcakes, luscious biscuits and gravy, statuesque cakes and a chicken pot pie with a perfect crust. The salted caramel chocolate pecan pie is a thing of beauty. $ %Shakers American Café 1308 Edgewater Drive, Orlando 407-422-3534 shakerscafe.com B-L daily This enduring College Park eatery, a 2018 inductee into the Dining Hall of Fame, offers plenty of breakfast fare favorites, from standard eggs and sausage to gravy and biscuit. But the real treat is to check out the specials on the chalkboard. They could include a chorizo and goat cheese omelet, beef short rib hash, or cinnamon roll pancakes. For lunch, Shakers (so named because of its collection of salt and pepper shakers) offers a variety of items, including Reubens, burgers and “Mom’s Meatloaf.” $ Slate 8323 W. Sand Lake Road, Orlando 407-5007528. slateorlando.com L Mon.-Fri., D Mon.-Sat., BR Sat.-Sun. The menu at this Restaurant Row spot ranges from pasta and pizza to a selection of eye-opening entrees. Start with pimento cheese hush puppies, then move to main dishes like hearth-roasted snapper with cornmeal spoonbread, or smoked brisket with brown sugar chili rub, house bacon and roasted rutabaga-potato hash. Sweet endings include lemon berry trifle, and rum raisin bread pudding. $$-$$$$ Ẃ The Smiling Bison 107 N. Magnolia Ave., Sanford 407-915-6086. thesmilingbison.com L Wed.-Sat., D Tue.-Sat. The highlight here is house-made charcuterie—smoked kielbasa, sweet curry sausage and, of course, the bison burger. Other

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menu items include the boneless pork chop with kumquat marmalade, the Duck Lover’s Pizza with duck ham, sausage and confit, and cheddar-bacon fat biscuits. $$-$$$.  Souplantation & Sweet Tomatoes Multiple Orlando-area locations. souplantation.com. L-D daily. A remarkable array of salads and soups, allowing for much healthy eating but also providing for a bit of a splurge (such as pizza or ice cream) if desired. $-$$ Swine & Sons Provisions 595 W. Fairbanks Ave., Winter Park 407-636-7601. swineandsons.com B-L-D Mon.-Sat. Lexie and Rhys Gawlak are the proprietors of this grocery-eatery, providing house-made sausages, terrines and bacon, along with sandwiches like the Southern Cuban and the ribeye hotdog. The Swine’s breakfast includes the eggs on a bun (fried eggs, bacon and tomato jam) and avocado toast. $-$$ %The Tap Room at Dubsdread 549 W. Par Street, Orlando 407-650-0100. taproomatdubsdread.com L-D daily. BR Sun. Nestled within the picturesque Dubsdread Golf Course, The Tap Room offers casual, yet sophisticated, American fare. Fresh fish, hand-cut steaks, pastas and the award-winning Tap Room Classic Cheeseburger are some of the College Park restaurant’s best menu items. You can dine inside or out on the veranda, which offers views of the golf course. The Readers’ Choice selection for Best Power Lunch in our 2018 Dining Awards. $$-$$$ Ẃ Tony Roma’s 8560 International Drive, Orlando. 407-248-0094. tonyromas.com L-D daily. There are ribs aplenty here, basted with your choice of four sauces, including a Maker’s Mark bourbon variety. But this casual dining mainstay also boasts a variety of steaks, seafood, chicken, burgers and salads. Mix and match items include the filet medallions and ribs combo. $$-$$$ Ẃ %T-Rex Cafe 1676 E. Buena Vista Drive, Lake Buena Vista 407-828-8739. trexcafe.com L-D daily. This Disney Springs restaurant literally takes you back—to prehistoric times—as you enjoy dishes like the Bronto Burger, Mega Mes-O-Bones spareribs, Pork-asaurus Sandwich, and the Cesar-saurus Salad, all the while surrounded by animatronic dinosaurs. Our Readers’ Choice for Best Place to Take the Kids in our 2018 Dining Awards. $-$$$  The Waterfront 4201 S. Orange Ave., Orlando 407-866-0468. thewaterfrontorlando.com L-D daily; BR Sun. This reinvented lakeside spot boasts an impressive quartet of veteran local chefs at the helm—Pat Kennedy, Matt Wall, A.J. Haines and Alex Meyer. Among the standouts are the Waterfront Burger, with hand-ground chuck, housecured bacon, Swiss and blue cheese and caramelized onion; fish and chips; and blackened catfish with kale and grits. On the last Monday of every month, the chefs are given free rein to leave the menu behind and the results are delicious. A recent dinner featured rabbit schnitzel, house-made sausage, beef sauerbraten and apple strudel. $-$$

ASIAN

Hawkers Street Fare 1103 N. Mills Ave., Orlando 407-237-0606; 9100 Conroy Windermere Road, Windermere 407-583-6334. eathawkers.com L-D daily. Chefs specializing in cuisines from Vietnam, China, Malaysia and Hong Kong put a modern twist on family recipes to create tasty fare like crispy cod with black bean sauce, kimchi fried rice, chicken eggrolls, green papaya and shrimp salad, and wok-fired green beans. $

King Bao 710 N. Mills Ave., Orlando 407-237-0013. kingbaowow.com L-D daily. This Mills 50 spot offers a variety of rolls, ranging from light and pillowy to sturdy and chew-worthy, holding treats like pork belly, shrimp and kimchi fried chicken. Fascinating combinations like Asian pear salsa on the Glen Rhee Korean short rib, or shallot, pepper and ginger relish on tofu “Veganville” handhelds, emphasize the well-thought-out flavors. $ Mamak 1231 E. Colonial Drive, Orlando 407-2704688. mamakasianorlando.com L-D daily. Mamak brings the flavors of Malaysia to Orlando. A musttry is the wonton with hot sauce, consisting of steamed chicken and shrimp dumplings coated in peanut sauce, chili oil and sesame seeds. Other winners: pasembur, a sweet potato gravy served on crispy tofu; and gwa bao, a soft steamed bun filled with duck or pork. $-$$ Morimoto Asia Disney Springs Marketplace, Lake Buena Vista 407-939-6686. patinagroupcom/morimoto-asia L-D daily. Morimoto Asia, a towering presence at the phoenix that is Disney Springs, is an ultra-hip vision of pan-Asian delights created from the mind of Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto. Its quirky takes on Chinese, Japanese and Korean dishes enhance a substantial sushi menu that can sometimes be acquired directly from the hands of the Iron Chef himself. Don’t miss the Peking Duck and the Singapore laksa, which adds rice noodles and chicken meatballs to spicy curry and coconut soup. $$$ Ẃ Noodles and Rice 813 N. Mills Ave., Orlando 407895-8833. noodlesandricecafe.com L-D daily except closed Tuesdays. The menu at Noodles and Rice is extensive and this Mills 50 spot gets just about everything right. Try the hot pots, Korean seafood pancakes, house ramen or the wonderful Thai basil fried rice. $ Sushi Lola’s 2902 Corrine Drive, Orlando 407898-5652. sushilolas.com L-D Mon.-Sat. At this Audubon Park café, Korean chefs in the back kitchen create oven-based offerings while sushi masters assemble intricate rolls at the bar out front. The most popular offering, the Playboy Roll, features tuna, avocado and tempura shrimp, adorned with fish roe and roasted rice crackers. For a Korean dish, try the bulgogi bibimbap— marinated beef and rice. $-$$$ TaKo Cheena 932 N. Mills Ave., Orlando 321-2367457. mytakocheena.com L-D Tue.-Sun. This adventurous cuisine boasts numerous influences, from Thai to Indian to Mexican. Treat yourself to the Indian butter chicken burrito, Thai Peanut Chicken tacos, or Asian hot dogs—Chinese sweet sausage topped with kimchi or pickled daikon radish. TaKo Cheena is open till 4 a.m. Friday and Saturday. $

BARBECUE

%4 Rivers Smokehouse Six Orlando-area locations 1-855-368-7748. 4rsmokehouse.com L-D Mon.-Sat. Our 2018 Readers’ Choice in three categories—Barbecue, Ribs and Takeout. The lines at 4 Rivers can get long, but John Rivers’ succulent barbecue sandwiches, delectable brisket (inducted into our Hall of Fame in 2017) and home-style sides are worth the wait. The baked cheese grits are magnificent. $-$$ Bubbalou’s Bodacious Bar-B-Que Five area locations. bubbalous.com L-D daily. This local chain is a good bet for a quick barbecue fix. Tender smoked pork is sliced Virginia-style onto soft sweet buns. Try the award-winning ribs (available with mild, hot or killer sauce) and the fried okra. $-$$

Cecil’s Texas Style Bar-B-Q 2800 S. Orange Ave., Orlando 407-423-9871. cecilsbbq.com L-D daily. Slow hickory-smoked meats are brought to you by three generations of the Reaves family. They offer outrageously good pulled pork, beef brisket that makes folks hover over the plate, and unique sides such as jalapeño mashed potatoes, spicy baked beans and sweet potato soufflé. And free ice cream! $$ Pig Floyd’s Urban Barbakoa 1326 N. Mills Ave., Orlando 407-203-0866; Lake Nona Village, 9680 N. Narcoossee Rd., Lake Nona 407-730-7376; pigfloyds.com L-D daily. Serving a combination of Latin, African and American fusion, this eatery also invokes the Caribbean roots of barbecue with barbakoa, or traditional Puerto Rican smoke cooking, full of rich flavors and tropical ingredients. It’s on delicious display in the St. Louis ribs and the matahambre smoked flank sandwich. Also try the North African chicken sausage and shrimp platter. $-$$$. The Polite Pig Disney Springs, Town Center 407938-7444. disneyworld.disney.go.com/dining L-D daily. The culinary powerhouse that is the Petrakis family trots out exemplary barbecue and more in a locally sourced, artisanal restaurant disguised as a fast food outlet. It’s all here: pulled pork sandwiches, St. Louis ribs, and coffee-scented, amazingly tender brisket. But the Pig also offers delectable surprises like a salmon BLT (with bacon jam and marinated tomato), cracklings, charred broccoli, barbecue cauliflower, chicken salad made with meat from the smoker—and even a house-brewed beer. $-$$$

CAJUN/CREOLE

Tibby’s New Orleans Kitchen 2203 Aloma Ave., Winter Park 407-672-5753; 494 W. S.R. 436, Altamonte Springs 407-951-6928. tibbysneworleanskitchen.com L-D daily. Using family recipes, owner Brian Wheeler delivers satisfying N’Awlins cooking, with the jambalaya-crawfish-filé gumbo as the standout. Andouille sausage is king; it’s in almost every dish. $-$$

CARIBBEAN

%Bahama Breeze Five area locations. bahamabreeze.com L-D daily. A themed delight that has dominated the Caribbean category of our Dining Awards for many years, Bahama Breeze showcases interpretations of island cuisine, including jerk chicken, West Indian patties, fried plantains, and seafood paella. A terrific family dinner destination. $$-$$$ Kafe Kalik 9029-A Airport Blvd., Orlando International Airport 407-825-3274. kafekalik.com L-D daily. Indian curries, jerk seasoning, seafood and slow-cooked meats highlight the menu. Anything Bahamian from “Mama’s Kitchen” should be considered first. The Arawak Cay sushi bar is an interesting twist, featuring seafood from the islands such as conch salad, tuna ceviche and lobster. Desserts are also a delight. $$

CHINESE

Chef Wang’s Kitchen 5148 W. Colonial Drive 407930-3188. L-D daily except closed Tuesday. At this hidden treasure inside a strip mall, Chef Jian Hua Wang creates memorable dishes such as deepfried eggplant and potatoes sautéed in sweet soy sauce and garlic. Pork dumplings are simple dim sum-sized packets, perfectly pan-fried with crisp wrapping and savory filling. Other specialties range from sweet and sour shredded potatoes to a ginger steamed whole fish. Sichuan styles

are represented in dan dan mein, which are handpulled round noodles topped with ground pork, hoisin, five spice powder and hot chili oil. $$ Jumbo Chinese Restaurant 1967 Aloma Ave., Winter Park 407-657-8878 jumbowinterpark.com L Mon.-Sat., D daily. A Winter Park fixture for three decades, Jumbo’s boasts all the familiar dishes, plus offerings like Duck Polynesian—deep-fried boneless duck served with lychee and pineapple in a homemade sweet and sour sauce. Group dinners are available for two to six people. $-$$ Ming’s Bistro 1212 Woodward St., Orlando 407898-9672. L-D daily. This out-of-the way Mills 50 spot offers dim sum worthy of San Francisco.. Feast on sesame balls, roast pork buns, shrimp dumplings and items you may not recognize (like chicken feet or jellyfish). In addition, a full menu of Hong Kong-style entrées offers enticements— order the duck. $ %Peter’s Kitchen 3922 E. Colonial Drive, Orlando 407-895-8174.peterskitchencb.business.site L-D daily except closed Wednesday. Residing in a nondescript building that has housed all manner of eateries over the years, this newcomer is a hit with readers, who voted it Best Chinese in our 2018 Dining Awards. The dim sum gets rave reviews from the online community; other menu items include squid with ginger and scallions, Peking duck, honey garlic chicken, and jumbo shrimp with walnuts. $$ P.F. Chang’s China Bistro Winter Park Village, 436 N. Orlando Ave., Winter Park 407-622-0188; The Mall at Millenia, 4200 Conroy Road, Orlando 407-345-2888. pfchangs.com L-D daily. Chineseinspired foods from the creators of Fleming’s steak house, so you know the beef dishes will be good. $$-$$$ Ẃ

CONTINENTAL

Chatham’s Place 7575 Dr. Phillips Blvd., Orlando 407-345-2992. chathamsplace.com D Mon.-Sat. Wooden wine racks line the walls enclosing only 15 tables, creating a cozy atmosphere to enjoy high-quality dishes and attentive service. The few select items on the menu, such as the Portobello mushroom soup and duck breast entrée, intrigue the palate. $$$$ Ẃ Hamilton’s Kitchen at The Alfond Inn 300 E. New England Ave., Winter Park 407-998-8090. thealfondinn.com B-L-D daily. At the site of the late, great Langford Hotel, standout entrees with a European flavor are created, including the olive oil poached snapper, honey glazed pork belly, and ahi tuna served over tomato and eggplant caponata. The watermelon salad is a delicious, deceptively simple palate cleanser between courses. $$$-$$$$ Ẃ Jack’s Place Rosen Plaza Hotel, 9700 International Drive, Orlando 407-996-1787. jacksplacerestaurant.com D nightly. Sample steaks and seafood while surrounded by the world’s largest collection of autographed caricatures of stars and dignitaries. $$$ Ẃ Nine18 The Villas of Grand Cypress, 1 N. Jacaranda, Lake Buena Vista 407-239-1999. grandcypress.com D Tue.-Sat. Contemporary Continental cuisine is served in a refined casual atmosphere with polished service and sunset views of a magnificent golf resort. Begin with the mustard seed-crusted ahi tuna or the wild mushroom crepe. The main courses offer creative takes on duck, steaks, scallops, grouper, venison, lamb and chicken. $$$$ Ẃ

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DINE RECOMMENDED EATING CREATIVE/CONTEMPORARY

%1921 by Norman Van Aken 142 E. 4th Ave., Mount Dora 352-385-1921. 1921nva.com L Tue.Sat.; D Tue.-Sun. The Critic’s Pick as Best Destination Restaurant in our 2018 Dining Awards. Renowned chef Van Aken has made a big splash in a small town with New Florida Cuisine served in a gorgeous setting of furniture and artwork from the nearby Modernism Museum. Start with the Florida spiny lobster and rock shrimp dumplings, then move to the “Korea Town’’ fried Cornish hen. Executive Chef Camilo Velasco also creates a superb pan-roasted duck breast with flavors of guava and mole sauce. $$$-$$$$ Ẃ Artisan’s Table 22 E. Pine St., Orlando 407-7307499. artisanstableorlando.com B-L-D daily; BR Sat.-Sun. Simple ingredients and exemplary preparation are the hallmarks of this downtown spot. The menu shifts daily according to what’s available, but here’s what to watch for: grilled ciabatta and puttanesca, featuring smoked pulled chicken topped with a quick-fried egg; the panseared salmon served on a bed of chickpea and lentil salad; and the fish and chips. $$-$$$ Ẃ %The Boheme Grand Bohemian Hotel Orlando, 325 S. Orange Ave., Downtown 407-313-9000. grandbohemianhotel.com B-L-D daily; BR Sun. Our Critic’s Pick for Hotel Restaurant in the 2018 Dining Awards. Chef Laurent Hollaender also lays out an amazing array of items for Sunday brunch, from oysters and crab legs, to waffles and omelets, to house-made charcuterie and decadent desserts. Evening fare includes sherry-baked Chilean sea bass and cognac-flamed pepper steak. $$$$ Ẃ Canvas Restaurant & Market 13615 Sachs Ave., Orlando (Lake Nona) 407-313-7800. canvaslakenona.com D daily, L Sun. Canvas is a multicultural mélange of tastes, with influences of Latin, Caribbean, New Orleans, and Cuban. The pork belly and ham sandwich and the smoked fish dip are winners, as are most of the shrimp dishes. Don’t miss Canvas’ take on mussels, meaty shellfish served in a blend of tart tomatillo and spicy chili. $$-$$$$ Ẃ Café Tu Tu Tango 8625 International Drive, Orlando 407-248-2222. cafetututango.com L-D daily. Go with a group and share, as Café Tu Tu Tango’s menu is full of inventive items—all in appetizer-sized portions. Cajun chicken egg rolls and Dutch salad made with caramelized onion flatbread, dried cranberries, pine nuts and goat cheese are typical selections. $$ Ẃ Capa Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort, 10100 Dream Tree Blvd., Lake Buena Vista 407-313-7777. fourseasons.com/orlando D daily. Capa combines the joys of a true tapas bar with the depth of a premium steakhouse, offering stunning views from its 17th-floor perch. The small plates include ternera beef cheeks, strips of veal draped over bits of roasted rutabaga, and patatas bravas, small potato columns in a spicy paprika sauce. On the large side, the 32-ounce Porterhouse for two is otherworldly in size and flavor. $$-$$$$ Ẃ Citricos Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa, 4401 Grand Floridian Way, Lake Buena Vista 407939-3436. disney.go.com D daily. Citricos offers a unique blend of Southern European cuisine with a local Florida touch. France, Spain and Italy make an appearance on the menu. For a special treat, reserve the in-kitchen Chef’s Domain table well in advance. $$$$ Ẃ

El Buda Latin Asian Restaurant 116 W. Church St. 407-203-8171. elbudadowntown.com L Tue.Sat., D Tue.-Sun., BR Sun. Chef Roberto Treviño creates phenomenal fusion cuisine at this downtown spot. Standouts include the duck nachos (be sure to ask for the fried, rather than baked, wonton skins), and the flavorful Tuna Buda poke bowl, which stacks sushi tuna on red quinoa with avocado, wild hijiki seaweed and what Treviño calls “the salty sauce.” Other worthy delights: duck fried rice with sweet fried plantains, and the scallion pancake quesadillas, filled with sautéed vegetables and cheese. And don’t miss the pork and sweet plantain dumpling, El Buda’s signature dish. $$-$$$  Itar Bistro and Market 7065 Westpoint Blvd., Orlando. 407-757-055. itarbistro.com L-D Mon-Sat. This gem combines the flavors of Italy and Argentina, with Chef Mariana Moya at the helm turning out rich, robust dishes. Try the pasticcio eggplant with Parmigiano topping, as well as the mixed grill for two, featuring Angus beef flank, short ribs and blood sausage. The empanadas, particularly those with chicken and onion filling, are delightful. $$-$$$ K Restaurant 1701 Edgewater Drive, Orlando 407872-2332. kwinebar.com L Mon.-Fri.; D Mon.-Sat. A College Park mainstay of fine American cuisine sure to please both the eye and the palate. The menu changes each day, ensuring that every dining experience will be unique, and the intimate and cozy dining room is the perfect setting for a romantic night out. $$$ Ẃ Luma on Park 290 S. Park Ave., Winter Park 407599-4111. lumaonpark.com D nightly. Executive chef Brandon McGlamery offers fine dining with a sustainable twist, creating a changing menu that focuses on using locally sourced ingredients. Standouts include the Idaho rainbow trout with black beluga lentils and julienned zucchini, and the roasted Ashley Farms chicken with butternut squash puree, cider-glazed Brussels sprouts and red onion marmalade. $-$$$$ Ẃ Market to Table 146 Plant St., Winter Garden 407-970-8876. market2table.com D Wed.-Sat.; BR Sat.-Sun. Chef Ryan Freelove offers an approachable, seasonally influenced menu focusing on fish and fowl and enhanced by house-made stocks, herb butters and sauces. Appetizers like rich crab cakes, calamari (dressed with tangy lemon aioli), and grilled beef skewers are simple and simply well done. He serves fish robed in lemon juice and a superb airline chicken breast accompanied by potato puree and a grilled mini squash filled with beets and duck confit. Soups like the fall offering of butternut squash have great depth of flavor. $$$  MOOR Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center, 6000 W. Osceola Parkway, Kissimmee. 407586-1101. marriott.com L-D daily. A one-of-a-kind dining experience on a 60-foot ship deck within a hotel. Specialty Chef Phillip Fisher oversees the dishes, including creations like she-crab soup and Gulf-caught white shrimp atop Anson Mills white corn grits. The flatbreads are special— particularly the house-smoked duck and goat cheese—as well as the chicken and waffles, using chicken from Lake Meadow Naturals made with scratch ricotta cheese and drizzled in maple syrup-reduced pan drippings. $$-$$$$ Ẃ Norman’s Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes, 4012 Central Florida Parkway, Orlando 407-3934333. normans.com D nightly. New World Cuisine pioneer Norman Van Aken is the mastermind

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behind the Orlando Norman’s, a dramatically designed dining room featuring a menu that melds the flavors of Latin America, the Caribbean, the U.S. and the Far East. $$$$ Ẃ The Osprey Tavern 4899 New Broad St., Orlando 407-960-7700. ospreytavern.com L Tue.-Sat., D Tue.-Sun., BR Sun. This Baldwin Park spot offers a fascinating menu that includes whole grilled branzino, bolognese, duck breast, and cottage pie with braised short rib. The desserts and fresh-baked brunch creations from Pastry Chef Kristy Carlucci are must-haves. $$$-$$$$ Ẃ Primo JW Marriott Orlando, Grande Lakes, 4040 Central Florida Parkway, Orlando 407-393-4444. primorestaurant.com D nightly. After winning the coveted James Beard Award, Chef Melissa Kelly and her pastry-chef husband, Price Kushner, opened the Grande Lakes Marriott branch of Primo. The warm, woodsy restaurant offers items such as rack of lamb with figs, casarecce pasta with clams and mussels, roasted chicken breast with lima bean ragout, and pan-seared diver scallops with risotto. The produce comes from Primo’s on-site garden. $$$-$$$$ Ẃ %The Rusty Spoon 55 W. Church St., Orlando 407401-8811. therustyspoon.com L Mon.-Fri.; D nightly. Kathleen, Blake, our Critic’s Pick for Best Chef in the 2018 Dining Awards, offers creative riffs on classic European and American dishes, while sourcing local ingredients whenever possible, at her gastropub in the 55 West building. Try the lamb sandwich or the Dirty South stew, the latter a combination of rock shrimp, yellowtail snapper and clams. Other winners: the “55” burger stuffed with bacon and Gruyere cheese, and the Lake Meadow salad of greens, eggs and chicken livers from Lake Meadow Naturals farm. $$-$$$ Ẃ %Santiago’s Bodega 802 Virginia Drive, Orlando, 407-412-6979; 1185 Spring Center South Blvd., Altamonte Springs, 407-960-2605. santiagosbodega.com L-D daily, BR Sun. This tapas-style restaurant, with its art-filled dining room and captivating lounge, captured the Best Brunch and Late Night Dining awards from readers in our 2018 dining poll. Santiago’s specializes in hot and cold small plates, with more than three dozen available, ranging from yellowfin tuna ceviche and lamb patties to chicken skewers and tomato and basil bruschetta. $$ Ẃ %Strong Water Tavern Loews Sapphire Falls Resort at Universal Orlando, 6601 Adventure Way, Orlando 407-503-5000. loewshotels.com/ sapphire-falls-resort D daily. Our Critic’s Pick for Best Casual Dining in the 2018 Dining Awards. Chef Carlos Castaño presents a dazzling menu of items from Cuba, Jamaica, Puerto Rico, Haiti, Colombia, U.S. Virgin Islands and Mexico in this rum-centric small-plate restaurant disguised as a hotel lobby bar. Best bets: the Peruvian Trio, three servings of classic ceviche of corvina; beef and sweet plantain hash; pollo patron, shredded chicken atop fried green plantain slices with a spicy tomato hogao; and Jamaican curry goat. More than 60 types of rum are available from the bar, most in a three-shot tasting flight. $-$$ Ẃ %The Tasting Room 99 W Plant St., Winter Garden 407-230-4837. chefstableattheedgewater. com D Mon.-Sat.; BR Sun. Take your taste buds on a trip to the Bayou—Chef Kevin Tarter infuses his Louisiana upbringing into every dish at this sidekick to the adjoining Chef’s Table. The tapasstyle dining includes items like smoked fish dip,

fried green tomatoes, lobster BLT, and Muffaletta sliders. The craft drinks are outstanding. Winner of the Readers’ Choice for Best Appetizers in our 2018 Dining Awards. $$-$$$ Ẃ %Tiffins Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Lake Buena Vista 407-939-3463. disneygo.com L-D daily. Within three gallery-like dining areas full of original art and artifacts from Asia and Africa, Tiffins presents adventurous dishes such as a wholefried sustainable fish served on fermented black bean sauce with green papaya salad; and a berbere-spiced lamb chop fragrant with clove and cardamom. For appetizers, which can be a meal in themselves, don’t miss the black-eyed pea fritters or the smoky grilled octopus. Winner of Critic’s Pick for Best Theme Park Restaurant in our 2018 Dining Awards. $$$$ Ẃ %Urbain 40 8000 Via Dellagio Way, Orlando. 407-872-2640. urbain40.com L-D daily. Our Critic’s Pick for Fine Dining in the 2018 Dining Awards. Local legend Tim Keating has raised the level of culinary excellence wherever he has been chef, and this Restaurant Row spot is no exception. The melting pot of tastes includes bouillabaisse Provencal, an exquisite offering of Northeastern mussels, clams from Cedar Key and wild-caught shrimp in a tomato, saffron and fennel broth with a touch of Pernod. Other winners: the Angus burger with pimiento cheese, onion jam and Bearnaise sauce; a richly flavored chicken Alfredo; and a magnificent shrimp lo mein. $$$-$$$$ Ẃ %Victoria & Albert’s Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, Lake Buena Vista 407-824-1089. victoria-alberts.com D nightly. Reserve far in advance for Orlando’s only AAA Five Diamond restaurant, a 2018 inductee into our Dining Hall of Fame. Award-winning Executive Chef Scott Hunnel and Chef de Cuisine Aimee Rivera prepare outstanding seven-course prix-fixe meals in the main, very intimate dining room, the 10-course splendor of dinner in Queen Victoria’s Room, and a 10-course extravaganza right in the kitchen at the Chef’s Table. $$$$ Ẃ

CUBAN

%Black Bean Deli 325 S Orlando Ave. Suite 1-1, Winter Park; 1835 E. Colonial Drive, Orlando 407628-0294. blackbeandeli..com L Mon.-Sat., D Mon.-Fri. Winner of the Readers’ Choice for Best Latin in our 2018 Dining Awards, this family-run eatery specializes in authentic Cuban comfort food. The Cuban sandwich, media noche, picadillo—and of course the black beans—are first rate, as are the empanadas. The creamy flan custard is a must-try to top off the meal. $ Columbia 649 Front St., Celebration 407-5661505. columbiarestaurant.com L-D daily. The oldest restaurant chain in Florida, serving authentic, upscale Cuban fare from sangria to paella in a decidely Spanish, Old World-style dining room. The merluza “Russian style” is especially interesting. Live music plays in the tapas lounge. $$$ Ẃ Cuba Libre Pointe Orlando, 9101 International Drive, Orlando 407-226-1600. cubalibrerestaurant.com D nightly. In this massive setting reminiscent of a Cuban hacienda courtyard, chef/ partner Guillermo Pernot offers a magnificent 151 E Welbourne menu that featuresAve classic Cuban recipes as well Winter FL 32789 as boldPark, adaptations. The contemporary items include Citrus Grilled Brick Chicken in mango sweet and sour gravy. Classic Cuban items are offered as well, like Ropa Vieja—shredded beef brisket stewed with tomatoes, bell peppers, on-

ions and red wine and served with maduros and steamed white rice. $$$ Ẃ Padrino’s Cuban Bistro 13586 Village Park Drive, Orlando 407-251-5107. padrinosbistro.com L-D daily. From the markets of 1930s Cuba to presentday Orlando, generations of the Padrino family have been nourishing people with authentic Cuban cuisine. Try the white bean “caldo gallego” soup and citrus-marinated lechon asado pork. Finish with house-made Tres Leches cake. $$ 

DESSERT

%Better Than Sex 1905 N. Orange Ave., Orlando 407-761-8949 betterthansexorlando.com 6 p.m.midnight Wed.-Sun. The atmosphere is decidedly sweet and sexy at this Ivanhoe Village spot, selected by readers as tops for Best Desserts in our 2018 Dining Awards. A steamy sample: Peanut Butter Perversion (peanut butter mousse on a chocolate chip cookie dough crust with salted chocolate bark). Or try the Lavender Lipstick, a honey-rimmed glass of Proseco dripping with lavender syrup. $$  Blue Bird Bake Shop 3122 Corrine Drive, Orlando 407-228-3822. bluebirdbakeshop.com Open Tue.Sun. Get your sweet and coffee and have a seat, or order your bounty to go. Either way, be prepared to choose from more than two dozen varieties of cupcakes—including sweet potato, red velvet, Snickerdoodle, apricot ginger and even a chocolate Guinness beer cake. $ %Buttermilk Bakery 1198 Orange Ave., Winter Park 321-422-4015. buttermilk-bakery.com B-L Tue.-Sat.; BR Sat.-Sun. Voted Best Independent Bakery by our

readers in the 2018 Dining Awards. Taissa Rebroff, her brother Phillip and mom Lana bake everything that graces the ever-changing menu, from the sweet croissant tarts with plum or apricot, to orange-cardamom buns, to baked Basque peppers on housemade sourdough. Delectable tea cakes, cookies and scones also make regular appearances. $ Charlie’s Gourmet Pastries 3213 Curry Ford Road, Orlando 407-898-9561. charliesgourmetpastries. com Open Mon.-Sat. A longtime Orlando favorite, Charlie’s creates items such as checkerboard cake, rainbow cookies and mincemeat pies that have become nostalgic and forgotten treats elsewhere. There also are elephant ear pastries, cream cheese rugelach and real coconut macaroons, but it’s the overstuffed fruit pies and butter-laden cakes that have kept people coming back for nearly 50 years. $-$$ P Is For Pie 2806 Corrine Drive, Orlando 407-7454743 crazyforpies.com 7:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Mon.-Sat. This Audubon Park gem creates mouthwatering whole pies, hand pies, “pie pops’’ and more. The choices are many, from banana cream to caramel maple pumpkin to—wait for it—chocolate peanut butter & sea salt pie. Get there early. $-$$ The Cheesecake Factory 4200 Conroy Road, Orlando 407-226-0333; 520 N. Orlando Ave, Winter Park 407-644-4220 L-D daily. The menu is extensive to say the least, with all manner of entrées and salads. But it’s the sweets that draw diners, The signature item is cheesecake, of course, and the offerings in that area range from Oreo Dream to lemon meringue to white chocolate raspberry truffle. $$-$$$ 

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Bauern-Stube 8015 S. Orange Ave., Orlando 407-857-8404. bauern-stube.com L Mon.-Fri.; D Mon.-Sat. From the stacks of stollen greeting you at the entryway to the accordion player creating a festive dining room, Bauern-Stube re-creates a German after-a-day-in-the-fields retreat. Begin with a black beer, then try the authentic sauerbraten or hunter schnitzel with mushroom and onion gravy. $$-$$$  %Hollerbach’s Willow Tree Café 205 E. First St., Sanford 407-321-2204. willowtreecafe.com L-D daily. Our readers’ pick for Best German in the 2018 Dining Awards, Hollerbach’s offers a vast array of beers and such hefty food choices as the Schlachthaus Platte with its veal sausage, pork meatloaf and smoked pork loin. On weekends, you’ll find a sing-along, with people locking arms and swaying back and forth to German tunes. $$-$$$$  Schumann’s Jager Haus 25 W. Church St., Orlando 407-985-1950. schumannsjagerhaus.com L-D daily. The Mulvaney brothers opened this German restaurant and placed chef Ralph Oliver at the helm, and the result is superb cuisine, from schnitzel to potato pancakes to spatzle. Try the signature pork or chicken Jager schnitzel, a tender cutlet dressed in a rich mushroom demiglace and served with pickled red cabbage. There’s also a cordon bleu version with ham and Gruyere cheese. And oh, yes: There’s lots and lots of beer. $$-$$$. 

FRENCH

%Café de France 526 Park Ave. S., Winter Park 407-647-1869. lecafedefrance.com L-D Tue.-Sat. Our Readers’ Choice for Best French Restaurant in the 2018 Dining Awards. You could easily miss this diminutive restaurant on Park Avenue’s south end—and that would be a big mistake. For nearly four decades, Dominique and German Gutierrez have delighted diners with a simple, subtle seasonal menu featuring standouts like herb-roasted rack of lamb, beef bourguignon, coq au vin and slow-roasted glazed duck. $$$ Ẃ Chez Vincent 533 W. New England Ave., Winter Park 407-599-2929. chezvincent.com L-D daily. This charming French spot in the trendy redeveloped Hannibal Square section of Winter Park offers fine food and formal service in an elegant dining room. $$$ Ẃ %DoveCote 390 N. Orange Ave., Orlando 407930-1700. dovecoteorlando.com L Mon.-Fri., D Mon.-Sat., BR Sun. Winner of the Critic’s Pick as Best Restaurant in our 2018 Dining Awards. Chef Clayton Miller’s goal is to present “approachable French comfort food’’ and he delivers, with consistently superb creations that range from a killer onion soup and magnificent chicken pâté, to dishes such as short ribs and grilled chicken whose exacting technique belies their simplicity. With a creative lineup of craft cocktails and a generous happy hour, this downtown gem is not to be missed. $$$-$$$$ Ẃ Le Coq Au Vin 4800 S. Orange Ave., Orlando 407-851-6980. lecoqauvinrestaurant.com D Tue.-Sun. An Orlando mainstay since 1976, this French restaurant combines classic cuisine such as the signature coq au vin (chicken in Burgundy sauce) with Southern specialties—New Orleansstyle gumbo and boudin sausage do have French roots, after all. $$$ Ẃ

GREEK

The Greek Corner 1600 N. Orange Ave, Orlando 407 228-0303. thegreekcorner.net L-D daily. This Ivanhoe Village favorite offers an abundance of Greek specialties, ranging from lamb kebobs and chops to baked dishes like pastitsio and moussaka. For lunch, try the gyro or souvlaki. $-$$$ %Taverna Opa Pointe Orlando, 9101 International Drive, Orlando 407-351-8660. tavernaoparestaurant.com L-D daily. Chosen Best Greek and Best Place to Celebrate by readers in our 2018 Dining Awards, this I-Drive mainstay features upbeat music that has patrons dancing on the tables (almost), while the kitchen creates satisfying takes on Hellenic dishes like slowroasted lamb, and pastitsio. $$$ Ẃ

INDIAN

Aashirwad Indian Restaurant 7000 S. Kirkman Road Orlando 407-370-9830 aashirwadrestaurant.com L-D daily. This I-Drive restaurant focuses on northern Indian dishes. The familiar favorites are all here—samosas, chicken tandoori, chicken tikka—as well as intriguing selections such as chicken shakuti (anise-flavored poultry cooked in coconut-based masala gravy). There are also a dozen vegetarian choices, from tadka daal (yellow lentils cooked with tomatoes, onions and spices) to methi malai mutter (green peas in a creamy gravy with fenugreek leaf). $$ Bombay Café 1137 Doss Ave., Orlando 407-2405151. bombaycafeorlando.net L-D daily. Located near Florida Mall, this casual spot offers a variety of Indian favorites. Of particular note: the crispy, crunchy Indian snack known as chaat; and the south Indian dosa, a folded pancake filled with ingredients such as peas, onion, tomatoes and lentil chutney. Curries include khoya kaju, cashews cooked in a creamy sauce. $ Kohinoor Indian Restaurant Ethan Allen Plaza, 249 State Road 436, Suite 1093, Altamonte Springs 407-788-6004. kohinoorindianrestaurant.com L-D Tue.-Sun. Bombay native Reis Fernandez transforms simple foods such as chicken and lentils into tender, aromatic, almost mystical meals. The chicken xacuti is a must-try specialty from Goa, and the bharta is a creamy eggplant dish. $$-$$$ Ẃ Memories of India Shoppes at Lake Emma, 3895 Lake Emma Road, Lake Mary 407-804-0920; 8204 Crystal Clear Lane, Suite 1600, Orlando 407370-3277. memoriesofindiacuisine.com L-D daily. From crisp samosa starters and spicy vegetable dishes to classic tikka masala and fragrant clay oven tandoori, Memories has helped define excellent Indian cuisine in Orlando since 1999. $$-$$$ Rasa 7730 W. Sand Lake Road, Orlando 407-9300402. eatatrasa.com L-D daily. This eatery along Restaurant Row aims to broaden our concept of Indian food, creating marvelous dishes from the country’s southern region, as well as Chineseinfluenced cuisine. A great way to experience the dishes is with the South Indian thali, or platter, with its variety of offerings ranging from poriyal (a dry spice blend surrounding fresh okra) to sambhar (a lentil-based vegetable dish flavored with tamarind). Other best bets: iddly Manchurian, a Chinese-influenced lentil cake, and dosa, crepes wrapped tortilla style around vegetables. $$. 

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%Tamarind 501 N. Orlando Ave., Suite 149, Winter Park 321-207-0760; 12309 E. Colonial Drive, Orlando 407-237-0920. tamarindfl.com L-D daily. Owner/chef Amit Kumar uses slow-roasted spices to create out-of-this-world flavors at this jewel, selected Best Indian cuisine by our readers in the 2018 Dining Awards. The Goan shrimp curry, Kashmiri aloo (potatoes in yogurt curry) and palak paneer (spinach and curd cheese) are standouts, as is the tandoori chicken. Save room for kulfi, a heavenly dessert. $$-$$$.

IRISH

Fiddler’s Green 544 W. Fairbanks Ave., Winter Park 407-645-2050. fiddlersgreenorlando.com B Sun.; L-D daily. Simple, hearty Irish food and numerous beers on tap draw a young, fun-loving crowd to this comfortable tavern, replete with a massive wooden bar from Ireland. $$ Ẃ Raglan Road Irish Pub and Restaurant Downtown Disney, 1640 E. Buena Vista Drive, Lake Buena Vista 407-938-0300. raglanroadirishpub. com L-D daily. This Irish-themed megapub inspired by celebrity chef Kevin Dundon is not to be missed. A sure bet is Kevin’s Heavenly Ham, ovenroasted ham with an Irish Mist glaze with potato cakes and braised cabbage. Add a brew from the extensive beer menu and stay a while to enjoy the joyous music and dancing. $$$ Ẃ

ITALIAN

Anthony’s Coal Fired Pizza 420 E. Altamonte Drive, Altamonte Springs 407-260-2625; 8031 Turkey Lake Road, #300, Orlando 407-363-9466 acfp.com L-D daily. The pies take only four minutes to cook in an 800-degree coal oven; other specialties include meatball & ricotta, Philly cheesesteak, and Eggplant Marino. $$ Antonio’s 611 S. Orlando Ave., Maitland 407-6451035 antoniosonline.com L-D daily. In the dining room upstairs, Chef Patrick Tramontana offers entrees like Pollo Marsala, or braised lamb shank with Parmesan risotto and sweet peas., while the informal cafe and market downstairs boasts a variety of pizzas, salads, meats, pastas and more. $$-$$$$ Ẃ Bice Portofino Bay Hotel, Universal Orlando, 5601 Universal Blvd., Orlando 407-503-1415. biceorlando.com D nightly. Tucked into an upstairs corner at the Portofino, Bice brings Orlando the seductive pastas, risottos and entrées that have made the chain an Italian favorite in numerous locations around the world. $$$-$$$$ Ẃ Cala Bella Rosen Shingle Creek, 9939 Universal Blvd., Orlando 407-996-3663. calabellarestaurant.com D nightly. Stimulating Italian fare, including great risotto and lamb chops, is served in a beautiful dining room at this sprawling hotel. The desserts are fabulous, too. $$$$ Ẃ Christini’s Ristorante Italiano Dr. Phillips Marketplace, 7600 Dr. Phillips Blvd., Dr. Phillips 407-3458770. christinis.com D nightly. Owner Chris Christini has wowed diners with his meticulously prepared old-school menu since 1984. The Linguine alla Genovese Is a perfectly balanced pasta dish with pesto sauce and distinct flavors of garlic and pine nuts, while Chicken Scaloppine al Marsala combines rich wine sauce with sauteed mushrooms and a thin-pounded chicken cutlet. $$$$ Ẃ Enzo’s on the Lake 1130 S. 17-92, Longwood 407834-9872. enzos.com L Fri.; D Mon.-Sat. Antipasti of roasted vegetables, marinated seafood and imported salamis begin the feasting at Enzo’s,

a longtime family-owned Italian restaurant in a lakeside house. Dover sole, rarely seen on today’s menus, is a specialty. $$$-$$$$ Ẃ Francesco’s Ristorante & Pizzeria 400 S. Orlando Ave., Maitland 407-960-5533, francescos-rist.com L-D Mon.-Sat. The pizza is primo at Francesco’s, whether you choose the simple Margherita or load it with carne or vegetables. Other standouts include the spaghetti alla carbonara and the pollo Siciliano, a chicken breast sautéed in a mix of capers, artichokes and garlic and wine sauce. $$-$$$ Il Mulino Walt Disney World Swan Resort, 1200 Epcot Resort Blvd., Lake Buena Vista 407-9341199. swandolphin.com/ilmulino D nightly. New York’s Il Mulino has cloned itself, and the Orlando version is on Disney property. The restaurant brings the flavors of chefs/founders Fernando and Gino Masci to the subtropics. $$$ Ẃ La Bella Luna 4886 New Broad St., Orlando 407895-0025. labellalunafl.com D daily; L Mon.-Sat. This friendly family-owned restaurant in Baldwin Park offers specialties such as Zuppa di Pesce, cedar plank salmon, Basa Luna, Chicken Tortellini Carbonara, and a wide range of award-winning New York–style pizzas, as well as a selction of Italian wines and beer. $$ La Luce 14100 Bonnet Creek Resort Lane, Orlando 407-597-3600. laluceorlando.com D daily. West Coast Italian stylings come to Orlando in this signature restaurant started by celebrity chef Donna Scala. Best selections include bitesize polpette meaballs and the Tuscan ragu and lamb. House-made pastas and high-end ingredients are a hallmark. $$-$$$ Ẃ Mellow Mushroom 11680 E. Colonial Drive, Orlando 407-384-4455; 2015 Aloma Ave., Winter Park 407-657-7755. mellowmushroom.com L-D daily. This pizza place is known for its easygoing atmosphere and quirky décor. The menu includes a variety of specialty pizzas, calzones, hoagies and salads. Choose from more than 40 different beers on tap to pair with your pizza slice. $-$$ %Nonno’s Ristorante Italiano 1140 E. Altamonte Drive, Altamonte Springs 407-260-8900. nonnositalianrestaurant.com L Tue.-Sat., D Tues.-Sun. Winner of Best Italian Restaurant among readers in our 2018 Dining Awards. Pasta, seafood, veal and chicken populate the menu here, and the genial Stefano LaCommare and son Lenny do very well with all of them. Classic eggplant parm is a massive serving of breaded eggplant smothered in tomato sauce and cheese and cooked in the oven. The monkfish special features firm white fish topped with capers, pine nuts, olives and chopped tomato. For an appetizer try the bruschetta topped with caponata, a delicious mélange of eggplant olives, onions and celery. $$-$$$ Peperoncino Cucina 7998 Via Dellagio Way, Orlando 407-440-2856 peperoncinocucina.com L-D daily. The husband-wife chef team of Barbara Alfano and Danilo Martorano provide a delicious slice of Southern Italy with an array of fish and meat entrees, pasta and risotto. But their antipasti and stuzzicherie (starters and appetizers) are particularly magnificent, ranging from tiny burratini cheese with ripe tomatoes and house-spiced, thin-sliced pastrami to fried risotto arancini balls and Calabrese roasted eggplant. $$-$$$$ Ẃ %Pizza Bruno 3990 Curry Ford Road, Orlando. pizzabrunofl.com D daily, L Sat., BR Sun. Our 2018 Critic’s Pick for Best Neighborhood Restaurant and Readers’ Choice for Best Pizza. Bruno Zacchini’s tiny eatery is a draw not only for your average

pizza lover but also local kitchen celebs seeking the goodness of his Neapolitan soft dough pie. Zacchini keeps it simple—crushed plum tomatoes and fresh cheese for a pizza subtle in taste and a great base for toppings including hot soppressata, clams and wood-fired pineapple. $-$$ Prato 124 N. Park Ave, Winter Park 407-262-0050 prato-wp.com. L Wed.-Sun.; D daily. From Luma executive chef Brandon McGlamery comes Prato, a trendy, communal spot with inventive offerings like pretzel-encrusted calamari, shrimp ravioli, oakroasted trout and a variety of pizzas. $$-$$$ Ẃ Rocco’s Italian Grille & Bar 400 S. Orlando Ave., Winter Park 407-644-7770. roccositaliangrille.com L Mon.-Fri.; D Mon.-Sat. Guests can expect a true Italian experience from owner-chef Rocco Potami. Part of that experience, set in a vintage 1940s building, involves indulging in multiple courses, otherwise known as primo e secondo piatti. Diners are encouraged to arrive hungry—very hungry. Menu standouts include the Scaloppine di vitello alla Rocco—veal scaloppini topped with roasted red peppers, prosciutto and Fontina cheese, deglazed with white wine and finished with a rich demi glace sauce. $$$. Ẃ Terralina Crafted Italian The Landing at Disney Springs, Lake Buena Vista 407-934-8888 terralinacrafteditalian.com L-D daily. Chef Tony Mantuano offers exquisite Italian cuisine in a glass conservatory overlooking Lake Buena Vista. The food focus is Rome and parts south, with delicate pastas and savory pizza, grilled seafood and tender mozzarella. Mantuano re-creates flavors his grandmother introduced to him, and “Nonna’s pork ragu” turns up on delightful hand-rolled gnocchi. Executive Chef Justin Plank excels, with offerings like seafood cannelloni, loaded with shrimp, scallops, salmon, mahi, swordfish, sweet corvina, and mascarpone cheese, wrapped in pasta and baked in a lobster cream sauce with lemon zest and mozzarella. $$$. Ẃ Vito’s Chop House 8633 International Drive, Orlando 407-354-2467. vitoschophouse.com D nightly. The fine chops, aged steaks, 1,000+ wine selections and Italian flair make this I-Drive restaurant a sophisticated choice. The menu also includes large lobster tails, fresh fish and classic Italian cuisine. $$-$$$$ Ẃ Winter Garden Pizza Company 46 W. Plant Street, Winter Garden. 407-877-1930. wintergardenpizza.com L-D daily. This downtown hometown favorite’s menu is chock full of pie combinations, calzone, pasta, subs and Buffalo wings. $-$$

JAPANESE

Amura 55 W. Church St., Downtown Orlando 407-316-8500; Plaza Venezia, 7786 W. Sand Lake Road, Dr. Phillips 407-370-0007; Colonial Town Plaza, 950 Market Promenade Ave., Lake Mary 407-936-6001. amura.com L Mon.-Sat.; D nightly. Three of Orlando’s hippest sushi houses, the downtown location casual, the others modern and suave. $$$ Banshoo Sushi Bar Rosen Centre Hotel, 9840 International Drive, Orlando 407-996-9840. rosecentre.com D nightly. Chef Yoshi Kohazame combines the simplicity of a Japanese sushi roll with ingredient combinations that suggest an American flair. The masterpiece of his kitchen is the rice. And he will offer you recommendations based on your previously ordered dish. Top the night off with a Banshoo Sunset Punch cocktail. $$

%Domu 3201 Corrine Drive, Orlando 407-9601228. domufl.com D daily; BR Sat.-Sun. Winner of the Critic’s Pick for Best Japanese in our 2018 Dining Awards. This Audubon Park hotspot, located in East End Market, offers a modern take on a traditional ramen bar. Be prepared to wait—90 minutes most nights; they don’t take reservations—but know that the wait is worth it. Chef/ owner Sonny Nguyen cooks up a sterling assortment of pork, chicken and vegetable broth ramen with house-made noodles, as well as otherworldly crispy wings in kimchi butter. And the grilled octopus dish may be the best-tasting bargain in town. $$ Dragonfly Robata Grill 7972 Via Dellagio Way, Orlando 407-370-3359. dragonflysushi.com/ orlando D daily. Executive chef Ray Hideaki Leung’s 1,000-degree grill imparts a quick outer crisp and sublime taste to squid, mackerel, ribeye, lamb chops and a variety of other meats and fish. The sushi and sashimi selections are plentiful: The signature Classic roll with albacore tuna, whiite fish and scallions is sauced, then baked, for a combination of sweet, spicy and savory. Dragonfly has one of the best happy hours around. $-$$$$ Ẃ Kabooki Sushi 3122 E. Colonial Drive, Orlando 407-228-3839. kabookisushi.com D daily. Chef/ owner Henry Moso has a passion for Japanese culture that is reflected in his inventive menu: Kazan scallops with a spicy green peppercorn coconut sauce, and tempura duck breast with Thai basil sauce. Sushi offerings are equally creative— kokonutsu lobster roll combines tempura lobster, creamy avocado, salty roe, citrus, honey, soy and toasted coconut. $$$ %Kobe Japanese Steakhouse Seven area locations. kobesteakhouse.com D daily. A perennial Readers’ Choice for Best Japanese. Teppanyaki chefs grill a variety of meat and seafood dishes as well as vegetables and fried rice right at your table. After dinner, indulge in green tea ice cream or fried cheesecake. $$$  Nagoya Sushi 7600 Dr. Phillips Blvd., Orlando 407-248-8558; 5661 Red Bug Lake Road, Winter Springs 407-478-3388. nagoyasushi.com D nightly. At Nagoya, the art of the itami-san (sushi chef) is alive and well with a steady hand on sea-kissed fish. But it’s the kitchen food (cooked dishes) that shines in these friendly cafes, with the miso scallops a particular favorite. $$-$$$ %Seito Sushi 4898 New Broad St., Orlando 407-898-8801; seitosushi.com L-D daily. Winner of the 2018 Critic’s Pick for Best Pan-Asian, and voted Best Sushi by readers. At Seito, owner Jason Chin and executive chef Huy Tin have elevated sushi and Pan-Asian dining to a delicious new level. The ramen bowls are magnificent slow-cooked, heady broths swimming with braised meats, eggs and superb noodles. Teriyaki chicken and bulgogi, grilled marinated Korean beef, also are winners. The chirashi items are beautiful arrangements of seasonal fish atop seasoned sushi rice—and some of the best plates in Orlando. Also, try the eel topped with charred Asian pear. $$-$$$. Ẃ Shari Sushi Lounge 621 E. Central Blvd., Thornton Park 407-420-9420. sharisushilounge.com L Mon.-Fri.; D Mon.-Sat. The food, the atmosphere and the diners are all stylish at Shari Sushi, which presents a variety of cutting-edge rolls, sashimi, and tempura. $$-$$$

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DINE RECOMMENDED EATING Shin Sushi and Sake Bar 803 N. Orange Ave., Orlando 407-648-8000. shinsushi.com L Mon.-Fri.; D Mon.-Sat. The closest thing we have to a neighborhood sushi bar. Four Japanese chefs own and operate this North Quarter spot, serving some of Orlando’s most authentic sushi. Extensive selection of sakes. $$$ Ẃ Sushi Pop 310 W. Mitchell Hammock Road, Oviedo 407-542-5975. sushipoprestaurant.com. D Tue.Sun. This hip spot is a feast for the eyes as well as the taste buds. Giant screens play Japanese anime while waiters dressed in anime or glam-rock styles deliver eye-popping dishes like the Anaconda roll, boasting avocado, eel and tempura shrimp, or the Harvest Duck, served atop a green bean and stuffing casserole. $$-$$$$ Ẃ Yamasan Sushi & Grill 1606 N. Mills Ave., Orlando. 407-228-1730. yamasanorlando.com L-D daily. This trendy entry on the Mills 50 dining scene turns out fabulous sushi, tempura, udon bowls and mushi soups. $-$$ Yuki Hana 3635 Aloma Ave., Oviedo 407-6958808. sushioviedo.com L-D daily. Executive Chef Albert DeSue presents creative takes on Japanese cuisine, from dishes seared on the robata grill (don’t miss the applewood baconwrapped scallops) to a sukiyaki featuring lightly seared Wagu, a single egg yolk, blistered leeks and crispy tofu cubes, topped off by a meaty jus poured tableside. The sushi offerings resemble works of art, particularly the house-cured salmon wrapped around avocado and accented by dots of edamame cream and pickled shallots. $$$ Ẃ Zeta Bar & Sushi Lounge Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek, 14100 Bonnet Creek Resort Lane, Orlando 407-597-3600. hiltonbonnetcreek.com/dining/ zeta-bar-sushi-lounge D daily. Whether you’re gathering for lively conversation or to catch your favorite game, this sophisticated hotel spot offers an abundance of traditional and signature sushi rolls, sashimi and noodles, along with innovative hand-crafted cocktails, wines and beer. $$-$$$ Ẃ

KOREAN

BBB Tofu House 5140 W. Colonial Drive 407-7238299. L-D daily except closed Wednesday. Tucked away in Chinatown Plaza is this gem, with ChefOwner Tony Teng serving up a feast of Korean delights like bulgogi (thin-sliced marinated sirloin); cheese buldak (spicy chicken topped with mozzarella); and a variety of Korean BBQ combos. BBB also offers excellent soon tofu soup, with seafood, short ribs, ramen, dumplings and more as options. Every meal comes with an assortment of housemade side dishes called banchan, ranging from kimchi and pepper-basted turnip to bean sprouts and citrus-dressed shredded cabbage. $$-$$$  Seoul Garden 511 E. Horatio Ave., Maitland 407599-5199. L-D daily except Wednesday. Standard grilled meat bulgogi barbecue, served with all those little side dishes, is here, but there’s also a world of other traditional dishes to be explored. Order the seafood pancake for an invigorating combination of simple seafood and fiery kimchi. $$ Shin Jung 1638 E. Colonial Drive, Orlando 407895-7345. shinjungkorean.com L Mon.-Fri.; D nightly. From the grills in the center of the tables to the five types of kimchi that accompany meals, Shin Jung is authentic Korean all the way. Daeji bulgogi is tender pork in a sweet-spicy sauce. $$

LATIN/SPANISH

Bulla Gastrobar 110 S. Orlando Ave., Winter Park 321-214-6120. bullagastrobar.com L-D daily. Bulla satisfies with a tasty lineup of Spanish tapas, entrees and libations. Among the standout tapas: chili and garlic infused gambas a ajillo shrimp and the huevos “Bulla,” a fried egg on crisp potatoes with Serano ham and potato foam. The large plates include an excellent seafood paella, cooked to order with the coveted soccarat, the browned crusted rice touching the pan. $-$$$$ Ẃ Cevíche Tapas Bar and Restaurant 125 W. Church St., Orlando 321-281-8140. ceviche.com D Tue.-Sat. A multitude of hot and cold tapas, plus paellas and cazuelas, are served in the styles of Northern Spain and Catalan in this upscale Church Street mainstay. $-$$$ Ẃ Fogo de Chão 8282 International Drive, Orlando 407-370-0711. fogodechao.com L daily except Saturday, D daily. At this Brazilian steakhouse chain, you start with the salad and sides bar, then turn your dinner card green side up, signaling the gaucho chefs to hustle over and begin serving tableside from your choice of 15 fire-roasted meats, including pork ribs, filet mignon and sausage. Sides include cheese bread, polenta and caramelized bananas. $$$-$$$$. Ẃ %Mango’s Tropical Café 8126 International Drive, Orlando 407-673-4422. mangos.com/orlando D daily. Our Readers’ Choice winner for Best Entertainment/Live Music in the 2018 Dining Awards. Mango’s dinner show with singers, dancers and a live band begins at 7 and runs continuously through the evening. The “Floribbean’’ menu includes churrasco steak with shrimp au gratin and grilled salmon with mango salsa. Late at night Mango’s transforms into a DJ-led dance floor spread among eight bars. $$$  %Tapa Toro 8441 International Drive, Orlando 407-226-2929 tapatoro.restaurant L-D daily. Chef Wendy Lopez was selected as Best Chef by readers in the 2018 Dining Awards, and the restaurant topped Best Spanish as well. The 12-seat paella pit is a big draw here, cooking up numerous tasty versions of the classic rice dish. Tapa Toro is also tapas territory, with the small plates drawing from both Spanish and Mediterranean influences. Try the pan con petipua, pureed green peas topping toast wedges with beets and goat cheese, or the pulpo al gallego, tender octopus charcoal grilled and sprinked with picante paprika and sea salt. $$-$$$ Ẃ

MEDITERRANEAN

%Bosphorous Turkish Cuisine 108 S. Park Ave., Winter Park 407-644-8609; 7600 Dr. Phillips Blvd, Suite 108, Dr. Phillips 407-352-6766. bosphorousrestaurant.com L-D daily. Chosen by readers as Best Middle Eastern cuisine in our 2018 Dining Awards. Turkish specialties from frothy tarama (whipped caviar) to falafel, along with entrees like chargrilled chicken patties and lamb shanks with vegetables are highlights at this family-owned restaurant. $$-$$$ Cedar’s Plaza Venezia, 7732 W. Sand Lake Road, Dr. Phillips 407-351-6000. orlandocedars.com L-D daily. Cedar’s gives Middle Eastern cuisine the respect it deserves, graciously serving high-quality standards, from a smoky baba ghannouj to lamb kebabs, in an upscale atmosphere. $$-$$$ Ẃ

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Paramount Fine Foods 8371 International Drive, Orlando 407-930-8645. paramountfinefoods. com L-D daily. Embracing the flavors of the Middle East, this Canadian-based company has opened its first U.S. location at the I-Drive 360 entertainment complex. Try the baked pita straight from the wood-burning ovens, barbecue halal meats, chicken and beef shawarma, flatbread creations, and the baklawa dessert. $-$$$ Villa de Flora Gaylord Palms Resort, 6000 W. Osceola Parkway, Kissimmee 407-586-1114. gaylordpalms.com B-D daily; BR Sun. Make your way around the Mediterranean market-like buffet and enjoy such dishes as Valencian seafood paella, osso buco with gremolata, and chicken cacciatore. Villa de Flora also has one of the more popular Sunday brunches in the area. $$$ Ẃ

MEXICAN/TEX-MEX

Agave Azul 4750 S. Kirkman Road, Orlando 407704-6930. agaveazulorlando.com L-D daily. A bountiful menu ranging from Fajitas de Camaron (grilled shrimp sauteed with onions, bell peppers, tomatoes and mushrooms) to Arrachera (grilled marinated skirt steak, topped with chimicurri sauce). Agave Azul also offers lots of drink choices—as in more than 100 brands of tequila to choose from. $-$$$ %Black Rooster Taqueria 1323 Mills Ave., Orlando. 407-601-0994. blackroostertaqueria.com L-D Tues.-Sun. This farm-to-taco eatery, owned by John Calloway and wife Juliana, is our Critic’s Pick for Best Tacos in the 2018 Dining Awards. Calloway creates hand-pressed corn tortillas and emphasizes savory rather than spicy. Crispy red grouper tacos—beer-battered fish piled with pickled cabbage, avocado and fresh cilantro— are one of the richly flavored delights. Also try the smoky achiote pork, slow cooked in a banana leaf for 36 hours and layered with pickled onion, cilantro and a fruity, mellow habanero salsa. $ %Cocina 214 151 E. Welbourne Ave., Winter Park 407-790-7997. cocina214.com L-D daily. This restaurant just off Park Avenue is a perennial winner for Best Mexican/Tex Mex among readers in our annual Dining Awards—2018 makes the seventh year in a row it has topped the category. The extensive menu includes tempting items like fried avocado bites, Snapper Frito, and Mexican corn, as well as more traditional favorites. Also sure to please: an ample selection of margaritas, wines and beer. $$$ Ẃ Frontera Cocina Disney Springs Town Center 407-560-9197. fronteracocina.com L-D daily. Chef Rick Bayless, an eight-time James Beard Award winner, creates true Mexican fare, with delights like carne asada, Black Angus steak steeped in garlic and red chilies; tortas, a crusty bread roll stuffed with achiote-seasoned pork shoulder; and coctel verde, shrimp and scallops dressed ceviche-style in lime, avocado and sharp peppertomatillo salsa. Don’t miss the delicious sikil pak, a spicy Yucatecan pumpkin seed dip. $$-$$$$  Hunger Street Tacos 2103 W. Fairbanks Ave., Winter Park 407-444-6270. hungerstreettacos. com L-D Mon.-Sat., BR Sat. Our Critic’s Pick for Best New Restaurant in the 2018 Dining Awards. Brothers Joseph and David Creech present delectable tacos, quesadillas and tostadas that define the real Mexico. Try the suadero, seared marinated brisket with cilantro, lime and an avocado-tomatillo sauce. Two taco offerings that leap from classic to fusion are the “Grilled Cheese,’’ melding halloumi, refried beans, Ser-

rano-lime salsa and mint; and a panko-fried avocado wedge, served with shredded cabbage, pepper-lime crema and queso cotija. $-$$ Mi Casa Tequila Taqueria Rosen Shingle Creek, 9939 Universal Blvd., Orlando 407-996-9939. rosenshinglecreek.com L-D daily. This gem dazzles with Mexican dishes crafted by Hawaiianborn chef Cameron Hostellero. The Flounder Vera Cruz boasts lightly coated fish topped with flaked crab, avocado and slaw. The filet tostada features a chipotle-pepper-rubbed Angus filet atop fried tortillas layered with Manchango cheese and salsa rojo. The giant margaritas are a must. $$-$$$  %Reyes Mezcaleria 821 N. Orange Ave., Orlando 407-868-9007. reyesmex.com L Mon-Fri; D daily; BR Sat.-Sun. Our Readers’ Choice for Best New Restaurant in the 2018 Dining Awards. Restaurateur Jason Chin (Seito Sushi, The Osprey Tavern) ventures into Mexican cuisine in downtown’s North Quarter, and the results are impressive. What he calls “regionally inspired Mexican cuisine’’ includes offerings like tacos stuffed with crispy fish, braised short ribs or pork belly; tuna tostada, a fried, crispy platter of tortilla crowned with yellowfin tuna and a splash of pickled tomatillo and lime aioli; and a stellar Oxacan mole negro—impeccably cooked duck breast with a deep chocolatly sauce, roasted pumpkin and chayote squash. $$-$$$  Taquitos Jalisco 1041 S. Dillard St., Winter Garden 407-654-0363. L-D Tue.-Sun. Enjoy sizzling fajitas, tortilla soup, flavorful chicken mole and bountiful burritos, with musicians playing on weekends. $$ Tijuana Flats Multiple area locations. tijuanaflats. com L-D daily. From humble beginnings in Winter Park, Tijuana Flats has spread across Florida and beyond. Using the freshest ingredients—and making an amazing array of hot sauces available—quesadillas, crispy tacos and of course flour tortillas keep diners coming back. $

SANDWICHES

Beefy King 424 N. Bumby Ave., Orlando 407-8942241. beefyking.com B-L Mon.-Sat. Nobody would enter the circa-1960s Beefy King on a whim, but they’d miss moist and tender roast beef, pastrami, turkey and ham cooked on premises and served from a steam table just like in the delis of old. $ %The Deli Downtown 18 N. Boyd St., Winter Garden 407-347-3873. thedelidowntownwg.com L daily; D Mon.-Sat. Our Critic’s Pick for Undiscovered Gem, as well as Best Sandwich, in the 2018 Dining Awards. Chef Joseph Burnett, formerly of Osprey Tavern, is creating casual masterpieces in downtown Winter Garden, including sandwiches, soups and salads. The Buffalo chicken sandwich, the award winner, is a magnificent combination of tender beer-braised chicken, fragrant Marbleu blue Monterey Jack cheese, house-pickled celery and house-made ranch and Buffalo sauce. Other winning sandwich combinations: carved roast beef and horseradish; pulled pork and Oaxaca cheese; and jack fruit with whiskey barbecue sauce. $ %Pom Pom’s Teahouse & Sandwicheria 67 N. Bumby Ave., Orlando 407-894-0865. pompomsteahouse.com L-D daily (open 24 hours Fri.-Sat.). Readers’ Choice for Best Sandwiches in our 2018 Dining Awards. This Milk District favorite offers two dozen inventive sandwiches and an array of salads. Try the Fu Man Chu sandwich, a wild combination of Asian-spiced pulled pork, goat cheese and ginger-cranberry chutney. $

%Savoree 2 W. Plant St., Winter Garden 407-3475222. savoree.net Opens daily at 11 a.m. Our 2018 Readers’ Choice for Best Salads, Savoree boasts a varied lineup of sandwiches, wraps, salads and bowls. The Walkers Bowl features brown rice, oven-roasted salmon, carmelized onions, toasted almonds and feta cheese, topped with Green Goddess dressing. $ %TooJay’s Gourmet Deli Six area locations. toojays.com L-D daily. Winner of the Readers’ Choice for Best Deli in our 2018 Dining Awards. TooJay’s serves up thick corned beef, pastrami and turkey sandwiches, along with house-made salads. Comfort food like shepherd’s pie, pot roast and meatloaf also is in abundance. The chocolate Killer Cake is legendary. $-$$

SEAFOOD

Bonefish Grill Eight area locations. bonefishgrill. com D nightly. From the folks who brought us Outback, this is a casual seafood chain with a sleek edge. Fish selections are seared over oak and topped with sauces like mango salsa or garlic-gorgonzola butter. $$-$$$ %deep blu seafood grille Wyndham Grand Orlando, Bonnet Creek, 14651 Chelonia Parkway, Orlando 407-390-2420. deepbluorlando.com D nightly. Our Readers’ Choice winner for Best Service in the 2018 Dining Awards, deep blu shines with an inventive menu featuring selections like lobster with seafood stuffing, blu crab crusted grouper, and seafood Cioppino. A must-order is the blu crab mac n’ cheese. $$$-$$$$ Ẃ Eddie V’s 7488 W. Sand Lake Road, Orlando 407355-3011. eddiev.com D nightly. Seafood is the specialty of the kitchen, where moist grouper simply sauteed in garlic is given the same attention as an intricate lemon sole coated in a Parmesan crust. But steaks also stand out, from the centercut filet mignon to the huge 22-ounce charred ribeye. The side dish menu includes crab fried rice, an entrée in itself, but a must-try is the truffled macaroni and cheese. Eddie V’s also boasts a dazzling happy hour menu, including lollipop lamb chops, lump crab cake, and Point Judith Calamari with roasted cashews and crisp noodles. $$$-$$$$ Ẃ FishBones 6707 Sand Lake Road, Orlando 407352-0135; 7005 County Road 46A, Lake Mary 407-581-2399. fishbonesorlando.com D nightly. FishBones serves just-caught seafood along with aged steaks and prime rib in a relaxed yet refined Key West-themed dining room. $$-$$$$ Ẃ %Flying Fish Disney’s Boardwalk, Lake Buena Vista 407-939-3463 disneyworld.disney.go.com D-daily. Our Critic’s Pick for Best Seafood in the 2018 Dining Awards. The cuisine created by Chef Tim Majoras at Flying Fish is magnificent, with the menu adapting to the seasons and availability. Items like Cedar Key clams, rock shrimp and Florida coast grouper take full advantage of local specialties. The blue crab bisque is superb, as is the Maine lobster nero pasta: lobster poached in butter and fennel, highlighted by squid-ink pasta, baby artichokes and golden tomato sauce. $$$$ Ẃ Hemingway’s One Grand Cypress Blvd., Orlando 407-239-1234. grandcypress.hyatt.com D daily. This Keys-themed restaurant at the Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress has delighted diners for more than three decades. The shrimp scampi is impressive—jumbo tiger shrimp with pappardelle pasta and fried green tomatoes in white wine butter sauce. Other winners include the Seafod Paella Valencia and the crab cakes served with sweet corn coconut grits. $$$-$$$$ Ẃ

Johnnie’s Hideaway 12551 State Road 535, Orlando 407-827-1111. johnnieshideaway.com D nightly. This modern Caribbean-styled dining room serves simply prepared quality steaks and fresh fish to emphasize old Florida and Floribbean cuisine. Johnnie’s is complete with a lakeside Hideaway Tiki Deck & Raw Bar. $$$-$$$$ Ẃ MoonFish The Fountains, 7525 W. Sand Lake Road, Dr. Phillips 407-363-7262. moonfishorlando. com D nightly. Fish caught that day and prepared creatively defines this large seafood house, which serves a wide-ranging menu in an elaborate, cheerful space. $$-$$$ Muddy Waters 101 S. Eola Drive, Orlando 407843-9676. muddywaters-orlando.com D daily; L Sat.; BR Sun. Chef Bernard Carmouche exels at New Orleans-inspired cooking in a hybrid sports bar, after-hours club atmosphere downtown. The signature po’ boy sandwich is a wedge of Crescent City pleasure, with lightly seasoned shrimp, fried oysters or catfish shoehorned into a crispcrusted French baguette. Other highlights include the large raw oyster bar, and the smoked trout beignets, which are like fish-stuffed hush puppies. $$-$$$.  Ocean Prime Rialto, 7339 W. Sand Lake Road, Orlando 407-781-4880. ocean-prime.com D nightly. Superb seafood and steaks are presented in a supper club atmosphere, while jazz plays in the artistically lit piano bar. The surf and turf boasts a filet, butter-poached lobster tail, gouda potato cake and chili seared spinach. The sea scallops with Parmesan risotto is another winner, as is the black truffle macaroni and cheese. $$$$ Ẃ The Oceanaire Seafood Room Pointe Orlando, 9101 International Drive, Orlando 407-363-4801. theoceanaire.com D nightly. More than 25 species of fish and shellfish are flown in daily. The wine list is tailored for pairings with seafood, and the vintage ocean liner décor complements the nautical menu. $$$-$$$$ Ẃ %Paddlefish Disney Springs, 407-934-2628 paddlefishrestaurant.com L-D daily. Aboard a docked paddleboat that was once Fulton’s Crab House, this Disney standout won Best Seafood from readers in our 2018 Dining Awards. The menu is extensive, with charred octopus and lobster corn dogs among the starters. The main courses include scallops with brown butter, cauliflower puree, crispy Brussels sprouts and bacon; and the market catch with Macadamia nut crust, red curry and crab fried rice. There’s all manner of seafood boils as well, and landlubbers can opt for a steak, chops or chicken. $$$$ Ẃ Reel Fish Coastal Kitchen 1234 N. Orange Ave., Winter Park 407-543-3474. reelfishcoastal.com L Tue.-Fri.; D Tues.-Sat.; BR Sat.-Sun. At Reel Fish, in the former Ravenous Pig location, restaurant veteran Fred Thimm takes an upscale fish camp vibe and runs with it. The restaurant’s takes on “fish camp classics’’—fried shrimp, scallops, oysters or fish—are flawlessly cooked, with a slightly salted batter. The fish dip boasts flaked trout mixed with matchsticks of green apple. $$-$$$  Todd English’s bluezoo Walt Disney World Dolphin Hotel, 1500 Epcot Resorts Blvd., Lake Buena Vista, 407-934-1111. swananddolphin.com D nightly. Chef/TV personality Todd English runs this contemporary seafood restaurant. The overthe-top design sets the stage for the menu’s “coastal cuisine,” essentially a fusion of flavors from the U.S., Europe and Asia. $$$-$$$$ Ẃ

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DINE RECOMMENDED EATING Winter Park Fish Company 761 Orange Ave., Winter Park 407-622-6112 thewinterparkfishco. com L-D Mon.-Sat. With signature seasonings and house-made sauces, this quick-service restaurant is a must for any seafood lover. The wine list features a selection of California wines to enhance any meal. Be sure to try the lobster roll and the savory hushpuppies. $$-$$$ Ẃ

SOUTHERN

%The COOP 610 W. Morse Blvd., Winter Park 407843-2667. asouthernaffair.com B-L-D Mon.-Sat. Voted Best Southern by readers in our 2018 Dining Awards. 4 Rivers barbecue king John Rivers’ venture into fried chicken, catfish and other downhome cuisine has produced pretty much perfection. Some standouts: fried green tomatoes on a BLT, house-made pimento cheese, Low Country shrimp and grits, and chicken ‘n waffles. Yum. $-$$ Highball & Harvest Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes, 4012 Central Florida Parkway, Orlando 407393-4422. ritzcarlton.com B-L-D daily. Scrumptious Southern fare is on the menu, including CastIron Quail with Hoppin’ John, and Brown Butter Trout. Other winners are the shrimp and grits, and The Southern Spread—an assortment of pimento cheese, pickles and smoked fish dip. $$$-$$$$ Ẃ House of Blues Downtown Disney, 1490 E. Buena Vista Drive, Lake Buena Vista 407-934-2623. hob. com L-D daily; BR Sun.. For a casual bite to eat at Downtown Disney, this Southern-Soul restaurant does the trick. Opt for the fried shrimp po’ boy or the jambalaya, and reserve time for the famous buffet Gospel Brunch on Sundays. $$ Ẃ %Soco-Southern Contemporary Cuisine 629 East Central Blvd., Orlando 407-849-1800 socothorntonpark.com D daily; BR Sun. This Thornton Park mainstay was voted Best Restaurant by readers in our 2018 Dining Awards, Chef Greg Richie, inducted into our 2018 Dining Hall of Fame, delivers delicious down-home cuisine highlighted by creative twists, including lobster, shrimp and grits; pecan-crusted pork chop; buttermilk fried chicken; molasses-braised short ribs; and fried pickled oysters. There’s also an impressive lineup of craft cocktails. $$$-$$$$ Ẃ

STEAK HOUSES

%Bull & Bear Waldorf Astoria Orlando, 14200 Bonnet Creek Resort Lane, Orlando 407-5975500. bullandbearorlando.com D nightly. Our readers’ pick for Best for a Business Dinner and Best Hotel Restaurant in the 2018 Dining Awards. Handsome furnishings, including sparkling chandeliers and a coffered ceiling, give the Bull & Bear space a club-like ambience. Offerings include beef short ribs braised in Syrah wine; Chateaubriand for two; oak plank salmon; and pan-roasted Colorado lamb. $$$$ Ẃ The Capital Grille Pointe Orlando, 9101 International Drive, Orlando 407-370-4392; The Mall at Millenia, 4200 Conroy Road, Orlando 407-3512210. thecapitalgrille.com L Mon.-Fri.; D nightly. Dry-aged steak, doting service and a 300-pluslabel wine list are the calling cards of this upscale steakhouse. Try creative alternatives such as Kona-crusted sirloin with caramelized shallot butter. The classic décor is D.C.-centric—you’ll expect to see a senator dining nearby. $$$-$$$$ Ẃ Charley’s Steak House 2901 Parkway Blvd. Suite A1, Kissimmee 407-396-6055; 8255 International Drive, Orlando 407-363-0228. charleyssteakhouse. com D nightly. Charley’s custom-built pit gives

steak, chicken, chops and fish a distinctive flavor, and a list of over 800 wine selections makes for the ultimate steakhouse experience. $$-$$$$ Ẃ %Christner’s Prime Steak & Lobster 729 Lee Road, Orlando 407-645-4443. christners primesteakandlobster.com D Mon.-Sat. Year in and year out, readers pick Christner’s as the city’s best steak house: They were tops once again in our 2018 Dining Awards poll. Owners Carole, David and Alice Christner serve USDA Prime, cornfed Midwestern beef and Australian cold-water lobster tails in a masculine, woodsy atmosphere. There’s also a 6,500-bottle wine cellar and an extensive single-malt scotch collection. $$$ Ẃ Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steak House 9150 International Drive, Orlando. 407-351-5074 delfriscos.com L Mon.-Fri.; D daily. Offering prime steak and fresh-off-the-boat seafood, this I-Drive restaurant also boasts two floors, two bars, four private dining rooms—and a wine list of more than 1,200 selections. $$$$. Ẃ Eleven at Reunion Resort Reunion Resort, 7593 Gathering Drive, Reunion. 407-662-1170. reunionresort.com D Tue.-Sat. Situated atop the 11-story Reunion Grande building, Eleven boasts stunning 360-degree panoramas of the area. In the kitchen, Chef Jake Brenchley offers 1855 Premium Black Angus filet, New York strip and sirloin, along with 21-day dry-aged ribeye and Porterhouse. All are seasoned with a house-made 11-spice blend. Seafood items include sea bass with smoked cabbage and pecan brown butter. $$$-$$$$ Ẃ Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar 933 N. Orlando Ave., Winter Park 407-699-9463; Dellagio Plaza, 8030 Via Dellagio Way, Orlando 407-3525706. flemingssteakhouse.com D nightly. With a contemporary dining room and 100 wines by the glass, Fleming’s is a lively take on steak houses. All cuts are aged USDA prime corn-fed beef. $$$ Ẃ Kres Chophouse 17 W. Church St., Downtown Orlando 407-447-7950. kresrestaurant.com L Mon.Fri.; D Mon.-Sat. Kres’ urban panache attracts downtown’s see-and-be-seen crowd, who fill its dramatic booths to try out sizzling steaks and chops. $$$-$$$$ Ẃ A Land Remembered Rosen Shingle Creek, 9939 Universal Blvd., Orlando 866-996-9939. landrememberedrestaurant.com L-D daily. Themed around Patrick Smith’s novel of the same name, which chronicles a Central Florida family’s experiences around the time of the Civil War, A Land Remembered serves a menu centered on steaks from the Harris Ranch. $$-$$$$ Ẃ %Linda’s La Cantina 4721 E. Colonial Drive, Orlando 407-894-4491. lindaslacantinasteakhouse. com D Tue.-Sun. Linda’s has been serving steaks to Orlandoans for more than 70 years. It specializes in steak and seafood, with all of its USDA choice steaks cut on site. Enjoy a cocktail at the fire fountain lounge before your meal. Voted Best Old Favorite by readers in our 2018 Dining Awards. $$-$$$  Morton’s The Steakhouse Dr. Phillips Marketplace, 7600 Dr. Phillips Blvd., Orlando 407-248-3485. mortons.com D nightly. This local outlet of the national chain has made its reputation on 24-ounce Porterhouse steaks, 20-ounce New York sirloin, and 14-ounce double-cut filets. Bar 12-21 features petite filet mignon sandwiches. Don’t forget to try the hot chocolate cake. $$$$ Ẃ

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Old Hickory Steakhouse Gaylord Palms Resort, 6000 W. Osceola Parkway, Kissimmee 407-5861600 gaylordpalms.com D nightly. Designed to look like a rustic Everglades retreat, Old Hickory emphasizes naturally aged, grain-fed Angus beef with your choice of toppings, plus seafood and handcrafed artisanal cheeses. The award-winning wine list is extensive, offering more than 40 different Cabernet Sauvignon selections alone. $$$$ Ẃ The Palm Hard Rock Hotel, 5800 Universal Blvd., Orlando 407-503-7256. thepalm.com/orlando D nightly. Lavish steaks and giant lobster tails are this high-end restaurant’s delicious bread-and-butter. The Palm—filled with 1920s and ’30s caricatures— traces its origins back to 1926, when Italian natives opened the first location in New York City. Don’t miss the jumbo lump crab cake or the ahi tuna. $$$$. Ẃ Ruth’s Chris Steak House Winter Park Village, 610 N. Orlando Ave., Winter Park 407-622-2444; The Fountains, 7501 Sand Lake Road, Dr. Phillips 407226-3900; 80 Colonial Center Parkway, Heathrow 407-804-8220. ruthschris.com D nightly. A topquality restaurant with a reputation for excellent service, Ruth’s Chris serves each steak sizzling hot on a 500-degree plate to preserve the beef’s temperature and flavor. $$$$ Ẃ Shula’s 347 Grill Westin Lake Mary Orlando North, 2974 International Pkwy., Lake Mary 407531-3567. donshula.com B-D daily. Named after Hall of Fame football coach Don Shula, this is a place for a “raving fan” of steak. The upscale sports bar serves premium black Angus beef burgers and steaks, from the 8-ounce filet mignon to the 16-ounce Cowboy Steak. $$-$$$$ Ẃ Spencer’s for Steaks and Chops The Hilton Orlando, 6001 Destination Parkway, Orlando 407-313-8625. spencersforsteaksandchops.com D Tue.-Sat. You’ll find modern twists on classic American cuisine at this steak house. Steaks are aged 21 to 28 days in-house and beautifully seared to order. $$$$ Ẃ Texas de Brazil 5259 International Drive, Orlando 407-355-0355. texasdebrazil.com L Mon.-Fri.; D nightly. Texas de Brazil is a splendidly executed Brazilian churrascaria. Waiters stop at tables to offer chunks of seared, tender meats, and the salad bar is bursting with additions such as roasted red peppers and imported cheeses. $$-$$$$ Ẃ %The Venetian Chop House Caribe Royale Resort, 8101 World Center Drive, Lake Buena Vista 407-238-8060. cariberoyale.com D Mon.-Sat. Winner of our 2018 Readers’ Choice awards for Most Romantic and Best Wine List. A top-end, fine-dining experience within a hotel, the Venetian is full of deep tones, cut crystal and a replica of Tempietto de San Pietro in the corner. Among the marvelous dishes is the lobster bisque under a dome of pastry. Entrees include bison short ribs with onion jam, New York strip, fllet mignon, veal chop with porcini butter, and an herb-crusted pork chop. $$$-$$$$ Ẃ

THAI

%Sea Thai 3812 E. Colonial Drive, Orlando 407895-0985. seathaiorlando.com L-D daily. Don’t let the strip mall fool you—the inner ambience and extensive menu of Sea Thai (the “Sea’’ stands for South East Asia) shine through. A haven for spicy-food lovers, there’s something delicious for all, from the spicy beef salad to the garlic chili fish to the popular crispy Panang duck. Voted Best Thai by readers in our 2018 Dining Awards poll. $$

Thai Blossom 99 W. Plant St., Winter Garden 407-905-9917. mythaiblossom.com L-D daily. Located on the first floor of the historic Edgewater Hotel, Thai Blossom offers affordable Thai favorites and a selection of salad and seafood dishes. The scrumptious creations include mussels in green curry, ginger duck, and a whole soft shell crab served as an appetizer. $$ Thai Cuisine Restaurant 5325 Edgewater Drive, Orlando 407-292-9474. thaicuisineorlandocom L-D daily. Start with the deep-fried fish cakes or the green papaya salad, then move to a wide assortment of noodles and curries. There are a variety of duck dishes, offered stir fried with a range of ingredients, including basil, ginger and eggplant. $-$$

VEGETARIAN

Dandelion Communitea Café 618 N. Thornton Ave., Orlando 407-362-1864. dandelioncommunitea.com. L-D Mon.-Sat, L Sun. Taking residence in a 1920s house, Dandelion is a local leader in using sustainable, organic and environmentally friendly ingredients. The atmosphere is definitely homespun; having a vegan chili bowl or veggie wrap for lunch here is more like visiting a friendly, local music-minded aunt than sitting in a restaurant. Beer and wine are available, and local artworks are showcased. $ %Ethos Vegan Kitchen 601-B New York Ave., Winter Park 407-228-3898. ethosvegankitchen. com L-D Mon.-Sat.; BR Sat.-Sun. Winner of Best Vegetarian from readers in our 2018 Dining Awards, Ethos takes its name seriously, serving pizzas, sandwiches and entrées from an exclusively vegan kitchen. You will feast on such specialties as Sheep’s Pie (meatless with broccoli, carrots peas, onions, mashed potatoes and gravy), Mac ‘n Cheese ‘n Peas, and Bay Cakes, made with chickpeas, celery and fesh herbs. Vegan beer and wine are served, and a jazz/funk brunch is presented every Sunday. $-$$ Infusion Tea 1600 Edgewater Drive, Orlando 407-999-5255. infusionorlando.com B-L-D Mon.Sat, L-D Sun. It wasn’t the first tea shop in College Park, but Infusion certainly started the alternative vibe in this neighborly neighborhood. A center of the local art, crafting and writers’ scene, the kitchen serves fresh-made soups, salads and sandwiches with an organic and local slant, along with dozens of flavored and exotic teas. $ Market on South 2603 E. South St., Orlando 407613-5968 marketonsouth.com B-L-D Mon.-Sat., B-L Sun. If you turn up your nose at the thought of “plant-based dining,’’ then you’ve never eaten at this popular spot beside the 408. Not to be missed: Chef Shaun Noonan’s Carolina BBQ pulled jackfruit or Celine Duvoisin’s much-in-demand doughnuts (“100% egg-free and dairy-free and not healthy at all’’). $-$$ %The Sanctum Café 715 N Fern Creek Ave. Orlando 407-757-0346. thesanctumcafe.com B-L-D Mon.Sat.; BR Sun. Winner of the Critic’s Pick for Vegetarian and Readers’ Choice for Best Healthy Selections in our 2018 Dining Awards. Owner/chef Chelsie Savage refers to her restaurant as “plant based” and “healthy” before the word vegetarian is mentioned. Sourcing locally and organically whenever possible, this neighborhood favorite now offers dinner menus and Sunday brunch along with the popular lunch fare. Try the coconut polenta cakes with cabbage slaw and sriracha; and the Southern Soul bowl of mushroom gravy, black-eyed pea tempeh, organic potato and brown rice. $-$$

VIETNAMESE

%Little Saigon 1106 E. Colonial Drive, Orlando 407-423-8539. littlesaigonrestaurant.com L-D daily. This Mills 50 District mainstay, chosen as Best Vietnamese by our readers in the 2018 Dining Awards, offers a wide variety of rice and vermicelli dishes topped with your choice of meat and vegetables. But it’s the soups that are the go-to for the many faithful—steaming bowls full of pork or beef, noodles, and fresh basil. The summer rolls with peanut sauce are a must. $-$$ Pho 88 Vietnamese Restaurant 730 N. Mills Ave., Orlando 407-897-3488. pho88orlando.com L-D daily. The specialty here is pho—broth, noodles and meat—with choices seemingly endless (11 variations of beef noodle soup alone). Other menu items include beef stew, stir-fried noodle dishes, and the banh mi Vietnamese sub. $-$$ Pho Vinh 657 N. Primrose Drive, Orlando 407228-0043. phovinhorlando.com L-D daily. An impressive menu of Vietnamese dishes features soups, noodles and rice platters. Pho Vinh serves a standout example of a dish enshrined in our Dining Hall of Fame—Buùn Chaû GioøThòt Nöôùng, rice vermicelli with charbroiled pork and spring rolls. $-$$. Saigon Noodle & Grill 101 N. Bumby Ave, Orlando 407-532-7373; 710 S. Goldenrod Rd., Orlando. 407-658-1967. saigonnoodleandgrill.com L-D daily. An array of soups, silky and sweet pad thai, pan-fried noodles and caramelized shrimp and pork belly are some of the sights and aromas that await you at this eatery. $ Viet Garden 1237-1239 E. Colonial Drive, Orlando 407-896-4154. vietgardenorlando.com L-D daily. Fusing the cuisines of Vietnam and Thailand freely, Viet Garden garners reader votes regularly for its reasonably priced chicken satay, pad Thai and spicy stir-fried beef with vermicelli. $-$$$

Eola Wine Company 430 E. Central Blvd., Orlando 407-481-9100. eolawinecompany.com Open daily. Part retail shop, part lounge, Eola Wine offers an impressive variety of labels, more than 100 wines by the glass and a commendable selection of beers. Nibble on flatbreads, cheese platters and bruschetta “flights.” $-$$$ Ẃ One80 Skytop Lounge 400 W. Church St., Orlando 407-913-0180; 180downtown.com Open to ticketholders during select Amway events; nonevent, open Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 10 p.m.-2:30 a.m. Located on the top terrace of the Amway Center, One80 is a hot downtown ultralounge. Its patio bar with a 180-degree view of the city skyline is as impressive as the beautiful people who flock to it. $$ The Vineyard Wine Company 1140 Town Park Ave., Suite 1260, Lake Mary 407-833-WINE. thevineyardwinecompany.com Open daily. With a variety of tapas, lunch and dinner entrées, desserts, and platters to accompany your wine, this spot is more than just a lounge. Sit back with a crisp Sauvignon Blanc while enjoying the live music Tuesday through Saturday. $-$$$ Ẃ %The Wine Room 270 Park Ave. S., Winter Park 407-696-WINE. thewineroomonline.com Open daily. Warm and inviting, The Wine Room offers hundreds of wines. Dozens are available as 1- to 3-oz. samples paid for through a debit system. Selections can be enjoyed along with handcrafted meats and cheeses. Voted Best Wine Bar by readers in our 2018 Dining Awards. $-$$ Ẃ MORE ONLINE: Be sure to check out additional restuarant listings and other reviews in our dining section on orlandomagazine.com.

WINE BARS AND LOUNGES

The Attic Door 28 W. Plant Street, Winter Garden. 407-877-0266 jrsatticdoor.com D (snacks/ small plates) Tue.-Sat.; seasonal BR Sun.This eclectic spot proclaims itself “the swankiest little wine bar and live music venue around.’’ Relax with a glass of wine in one of the mismatched chairs or leather sofas amid the funky array of lamps and tables. $-$$ Blue Martini Pointe Orlando, 9101 International Drive, Suite 1182, Orlando 407-447-2583. bluemartinilounge.com Open daily. Live music, cocktails accented with glow sticks, trendy bar foods and a lively dance floor lure upscale singles. $$-$$$ Ẃ Bösendorfer Lounge The Grand Bohemian Hotel, 325 S. Orange Ave., Downtown Orlando 407313-9000. grandbohemianhotel.com Open daily. Black marble, red stone and mirrors, plus an Imperial Grand Bösendorfer piano, create an edgy and upscale environment for martinis, indulgent nibbles, casual power meetings and entertainment. $$$-$$$$ Ẃ Eden Bar 1300 S. Orlando Ave., Maitland 407-6 29-1088. enzian.org L-D daily. Taking a cue from Hapsburg beer gardens, Eden offers a bucolic outdoor setting right outside the Enzian theater. Local and international beers and a good selection of wines snuggle up with salads, nachos and sandwiches, along with Austrian goulash and unusual pizzas (potato and bacon, anyone?). $$ Ẃ

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Join cemetery sexton Donald Price for a moonlight walk among the graves and crypts of Orlando’s Greenwood Cemetery, established in 1880. Price talks about the city’s history and its most notable residents.

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HOWL-O-SCREAM AT BUSCH GARDENS Through Oct. 28: Scary creatures roam the theme park and chilling live shows are combined with some of Florida’s most challenging thrill rides. The fun begins at 7:30 p.m. on select nights; a separate admission fee is charged, with park access after 5 p.m. Busch Gardens, 10165 N. McKinley Drive, Tampa. buschgardens.com SEAWORLD’S HALLOWEEN SPOOKTACULAR Through Oct. 28: Meet your favorite Sesame Street friends including Elmo, The Count and Cookie Monster. Watch the not-so-spooky live shows and trick-or-treat for goodies throughout the park. Costumes are encouraged. Included in regular park admission on select weekends. SeaWorld Orlando, 7007 Sea World Drive, Orlando. seaworldparks.com MICKEY’S NOT-SO-SCARY HALLOWEEN PARTY Through Oct. 31: Dress in costume for this Halloween celebration, with candies and sweets waiting to be found throughout the Magic Kingdom. The theme park is transformed into a happy but haunted hallows. Select days from 7 p.m.-midnight. Walt Disney World Resort. Separate park ticket required for this event. disneyworld.disney.go.com

HALLOWEEN HORROR NIGHTS AT UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT Through Nov. 3: Universal Studios Florida comes alive on select nights with hordes of horrifying mutants and maniacs. Explore haunted houses and pass through “scare zones.” New this year: "The Upside Down from Stranger Things," "Chucky" and"Killer Klowns from Outer Space." Starts at 6:30 p.m. Separate park ticket is required. Universal Orlando, 6000 Universal Blvd., Orlando. halloweenhorrornights.com SCREAM-A-GEDDON Through Nov. 3: This “horror park” covers 60 acres and features carnival games and food and drink, plus various bone-chilling attractions. 27839 Saint Joe Road, Dade City. screamageddon.com SPIRITS IN SANFORD HALLOWEEN ART SHOW AND SALE Oct. 5-6: This juried Halloween art show and sale features one-of-a-kind pieces. Friday 6-8 p.m. (reservations required), Saturday 9 a.m.-3 p.m. (open to the public). Women’s Club of Sanford, 309 S. Oak Ave., Sanford. spiritsinsanford.com SCOTT'S MAZE ADVENTURES Oct. 2-Dec. 9: Get lost—and have fun—exploring two corn mazes that cover seven acres of this family farm, or take a hay ride. There's also a produce market and cafe. Saturdays and Sundays only. Long & Scott Farms, 26216 CR 448A, Mount Dora. 352-383-6900. longandscottfarms.com

BRICK OR TREAT AT LEGOLAND Oct. 6-7, 13-14, 20-21, 28-29 & 31: This friendly—not frightening—event features trickor-treating, Halloween shows, and fireworks. Select dates. Included with regular park admission. Legoland, 1 Legoland Way, Winter Haven. florida.legoland.com DIA DE LOS MUERTOS & MONSTER FACTORY Oct. 18-Nov. 9: An annual, juried Day of the Dead/Halloween art exhibition and sale of new works in various media. Opening reception and block party Oct. 18 from 6-11 p.m. CityArts Factory, 29 S. Orange Ave, Orlando. orlandoslice.com KID’S HALLOWEEN PARTY FEATURING FRANKENWEENIE Oct. 21: The entire family is invited to show up in costume for a party showing the animated movie Frankenweenie. The movie is preceded by a spook-tacular lunch, games and a costume contest. Lunch 11:30 a.m.; film 1 p.m. Enzian Theater, 1300 S. Orlando Ave., Maitland. 407629-1088. enzian.org GREENWOOD CEMETERY MOONLIGHT WALKING TOUR Oct. 26: Less scary and more historic, this approximately 4-mile walk through the cemetery, guided by sexton Donald Price, visits 100 graves of notable individuals. 1603 Greenwood St., Orlando. 407-246-2616. cityoforlando.net/ greenwood/moonlight-walking-tours

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PHANTASMAGORIA IX–HOMECOMING Oct. 26: Live performers, explosive stage combat, large-scale puppetry, aerial performance and haunting storytelling combine to create a tapestry of macabre and whimsical horror. Wayne Densch Performing Arts Center, 201 S. Magnolia Ave., Sanford. 407-321-8111. wdpac.com SPOOKY EMPIRE Oct. 26-28: Meet and mingle with horror movie and TV stars, browse collectibles from over 200 vendors and artists, and take part in one of the largest zombie walks and more. Caribe Royale Orlando, 8101 World Center Drive, Orlando. spookyempire.com MR. RICHARD & THE POUND HOUNDS A HALLOWEEN CONCERT Oct. 27: With sing-a-long tunes about skunks, snakes and Halloween fun, kids can also try out and model their costumes before the big night on the 31st. 1 p.m. Orlando Repertory Theatre, 1001 E. Princeton St., Orlando. orlandorep.com DISNEY IN CONCERT—TIM BURTON’S THE NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS Oct. 27: Experience the cult classic with the score performed live by the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra. 8 p.m. Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, 445 S. Magnolia Ave., Orlando. 844-513-2014. drphillipscenter.org ZOO BOO BASH Oct. 28: The Central Florida Zoo invites children to wear costumes, get their faces painted and collect treats while learning about animals in the wild. Most activities included in zoo admission. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Central Florida Zoo and Botanical Gardens, 3755 U.S. Highway 17, Sanford. centralfloridazoo.org SYMPHONIC BAND HALLOWEEN CONCERT Oct. 30: Free Halloween-themed concert on the outside stage of Valencia College’s East Campus. 12:30 p.m. 701 N. Econlockhatchee Trail, Orlando. 407-582-2332. valenciacollege.edu/arts THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW Oct. 31: This cult classic is complete with prop bags (no outside props allowed), interactive entertainment and a costume contest. 10 p.m. Garden Theatre, 160 W. Plant Street, Winter Garden. 407-877-4736. gardentheatre.org SHRIEKFEST ORLANDO Nov. 3: This bi-coastal indie horror and sci-fi film festival and competition returns to Orlando. The best movies from the Los Angeles event will be screened from 2-10 p.m. Wayne Densch Performing Arts Center, 201 S. Magnolia Ave., Sanford. 407-321-8111. shriekfest.com, wdpac.com

SPECIAL EVENTS EPCOT INTERNATIONAL FOOD & WINE FESTIVAL Through Nov. 12: Taste the world from one location as dozens of international food markets pop up within this Disney theme park. Experience the art of celebrity chefs, attend culinary demonstrations, and enjoy live entertainment.

WORLD OF GOOD OCTOBER FUNDRAISERS

10/6 WALK TO END ALZHEIMER’S, benefits the Alz-

heimer’s Association. Lake Eola Park, Orlando. act.alz.org

VOICES OF HOPE GALA—THERE’S NO PLACE LIKE HOME, benefits Voices for Osceola’s Children,

an advocate for abused and neglected children. Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate, Orlando. voicesforosceolaschildren.org

BOWLING FOR BABIES, benefits Healthy Start Coalition of Orange County. Aloma Bowl, Winter Park. healthystartorange.org

10/12 LADIES LEGACY LUNCHEON, benefits Florida

Hospital Waterman Cancer Care Services. Keynote speaker: Stetson University President Wendy B. Libby. Lake Receptions, Mount Dora. floridahospital.com

10/13 WALK N ROLL-A-THON, benefits those living

with paralysis and spinal cord injury. Crane’s Roost, Altamonte Springs. 407-571-9974. nextsteporlando.org

10/14 RIDE-4-RMHCCF, bicycle ride to benefit children

and families who stay at Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Florida facilities. Lake Nona Town Center, Orlando. rmhccf.org

10/17

FAMOUS FACES MASQUERADE BALL—NIGHT ON BROADWAY, benefits Shepherd’s Hope, which

helps those who can’t afford health care. Loews Royal Pacific Resort at Universal Orlando Resort. shepherdshope.org

10/20-21 AREA 7 BOWLING COMPETITION, benefits Special

Olympics Florida. Boardwalk Bowl Entertainment Center, Orlando. specialolympicsflorida.org

10/21 CHAMPIONS RIDE FOR CHARITIES, benefits the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Florida/Seminole County branches, The Sharing Center and other charities supported by the first responders of Seminole County, Lake Mary law enforcement officers and Fire and Rescue personnel. AAA National Office, Heathrow. championsrideforcharities.com

10/25, 27 & 31 WOMEN PLAYING FOR T.I.M.E., events to benefit

the Orlando Health UF Health Cancer Center. womenplayingfortime.org

10/27 HOWL-O-WEEN DOG WALK-A-THON & CANINE COSTUME CONTEST, benefits Franklin’s Friends,

which supports Central Florida animal-welfare agencies. Secret Lake Park, Casselberry. 260693-7387. franklinsfriends.info

10/28 U CAN FINISH 5 MILER & 2 MILER RUNS, benefits

PURPLE DOOR LUNCHEON, benefits Harbor House, which assists victims of domestic abuse. Rosen Centre Hotel, Orlando. harborhousefl.com

Track Shack Foundation. Spectrum Stadium at UCF, Orlando. trackshack.com

10/19

Pavilion and its programs for the elderly. Hilton Orlando North, Altamonte Springs. jewishpavilion.org/2018-gala

SHOOTOUT AT CHAMPIONSGATE, golf tour-

nament to benefit Special Olympics Florida. ChampionsGate Golf, ChampionsGate. specialolympicsflorida.org NIGHT WITH NEMOURS, black-tie gala to benefit

Nemours Children’s Hospital. Rosen Shingle Creek Hotel, Orlando. nemours.org

10/20 ORLANDO SCIENCE CENTER GALAXY GALA, benefits the education of kids in space exploration and technology. Full Sail Live, Winter Park. osc.org/gala BUBBLES & BLACKJACK, benefits the children

and families who stay at Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Florida facilities. The Mezz, Orlando. rmhccf.org

THE JEWISH PAVILION GALA, benefits the Jewish

COMING UP… 11/10

FURBALL, benefits Pet Alliance of Greater

Orlando. Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort, Orlando. petallianceorlando.org/furball

11/22 29TH ANNUAL TURKEY TROT 5K, benefits Meals on Wheels and other Seniors First programs. Participants and cheerleaders are encouraged to wear Thanksgiving-themed attire. Lake Eola, Orlando. turkeytrotorlando.com

Walt Disney World’s Epcot World Showcase, Lake Buena Vista. disneyworld.disney.go.com

hit-maker Joe Nichols. Club Med, 4500 S.E. Pine Valley St., Port St. Lucie. 800-813-6884. chillinonthelucie.com

CHILLIN ON THE LUCIE Oct. 3-7: Wynonna Judd headlines this country music festival with her band The Big Noise and

FIRST THURSDAYS AT OMA Oct. 4: Mingle with local artists and view their work, enjoy live music and wander the galleries

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SCENE ON THE TOWN of the Orlando Museum of Art. Food and drink available for purchase. This month’s theme: “Nerds in the City.” 6-9 p.m. Orlando Museum of Art, 2416 N. Mills Ave., Orlando. omart.org MOUNT DORA BICYCLE FESTIVAL Oct. 4-7: Florida’s oldest and largest bicycling event offers four days of programs, games and rides. Previous festivals have attracted more than 2,000 cyclists, with rides of varying lengths throughout Lake County. mountdorabicyclefestival.com ROCK, MINERAL, GEM, JEWELRY & FOSSIL SHOW Oct. 5-7: The not-for-profit Central Florida Mineral & Gem Society assembles a group of vendors offering beads, minerals, gemstones, custom jewelry, fossils, artifacts and other items for sale. Friday 1-6 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Florida National Guard Armory, 2809 S. Fern Creek Ave., Orlando. 321-663-8805. cfmgs.org FIREFIGHTER FRIDAY AT LEGOLAND FLORIDA Oct. 5: Kicking off the National Fire Protection Association’s Fire Prevention Week, this event includes fun, educational activities to teach kids the importance of fire safety. LEGOLAND Florida, 1 Legoland Way, Winter Haven. legoland.com DISNEY JUNIOR DANCE PARTY! ON TOUR Oct. 6: This all new interactive live concert invites families to sing and dance along to Disney Junior’s greatest hits with live appearances from Mickey, Minnie, Goofy, Vampirinia, Elena of Avalor, Sofia the First and Doc McStuffins. 4:30 p.m. Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, 445 S. Magnolia Ave., Orlando. 844-513-2014. drphillipscenter.org GERMAN AMERICAN SOCIETY OKTOBERFEST Oct. 5-6 & 26-27: The German American Society of Central Florida has two Oktoberfests, so you won’t miss out on the fun. Authentic German bands, including Heimatland Musikanten, are on tap, along with Bavarian beer, homecooked German food, German dancers and a Bavarian biergarten. Noon-10 p.m. German American Club, 381 Orange Lane, Casselberry. orlandogermanclub.com EATONVILLE CRAFTS & CULTURE MARKET AND FALL FESTIVAL Oct. 7: Experience the history and culture of this historic town. The event features storytellers, performers, reenactments and more. Fall Festival activities including food trucks, giveaways, a kids’ corner and a pumpkin patch. Free. 1-5 p.m. 100 E. Kennedy Blvd., Eatonville. eatonvillechf.com COME OUT WITH PRIDE WEEK Oct. 8-14: Celebrating the LGBTQ community, this week-long festival features daily events including the Drag Race 5k, Reel Pride Film Screening, Block Party and the parade on Saturday from noon-10 p.m..Lake Eola Park, Rosalind Avenue, downtown Orlando. comeoutwithpride.com

ORLANDO STORY CLUB Oct. 10: Ten names are drawn at random from audience members wishing to share a 5-minute story based on the theme “Down to the Wire.” All proceeds support the Coalition for the Homeless of Central Florida. 6:30 p.m. The Abbey, 100 S. Eola Drive, Orlando. 407-7046103. abbeyorlando.com THORNTON PARK 2ND THURSDAY ART AND WINE WALK Oct. 11: Artists display works for sale along the streets and inside local businesses. Free, but $15 gets you a glass (pay and pickup at Olde Town Brokers) and a map of participating businesses. 6:30-9:30 p.m. Summerlin Avenue and Washington Street. thorntonparkdistrict.com SANFORD’S ALIVE AFTER 5 STREET PARTY Oct. 11: Central Florida’s largest recurring street party, a gathering with live music, local artists, food and beverage samples. 5 p.m. 230 E. First St., Sanford. sanfordwelcomecenter.com ART & MUSIC IN THE PARK Oct. 12: Artwork and live music in the park between Casselberry City Hall and Lake Concord just east of U.S. Highway 17-92. Food trucks and other vendors on site as well. Free. 6 p.m. Casselberry City Hall, 95 Triplet Lake Drive, Casselberry. 407-262-7700, ext. 1507. casselberry.org MOUNT DORA 2ND FRIDAY ART SPLASH Oct. 12: An evening of art, music and hors d’oeuvres to showcase the work of regional artists, on display at several walking-distance venues. Free. 6-8 p.m. 138 E. Fifth Ave., Mount Dora. mountdoracenterforthearts.org INTERNATIONAL DRAGON BOAT FESTIVAL Oct. 13: This is the ultimate MLDB Championship—an international showcase of paddlers— attended by more than 70 teams. The event offers vendors and entertainment, a health and wellness village, food trucks, beer garden and more. Bill Frederick Park at Turkey Lake, 3401 S. Hiawassee Road, Orlando. gwndragonboat.com JAZZ ‘N BLUES CONCERT Oct. 13: Stroll from band to band or hang out in your favorite area of the gardens. Pack a picnic of your favorite foods and bring seating—alcohol is permitted. 7-10 p.m. Harry P. Leu Gardens, 1920 Forest Ave., Orlando. 407-246-2620. leugardens.org FEAST ON THE 50 Oct. 18: Enjoy unlimited food and drink while alumni clubs from partner schools in the Big Ten, SEC, ACC and Big 12 compete for the most spirited tent in the Official Alumni Village. Kids’ area with inflatable games, face painting and more, plus silent auction to benefit FCSports Foundation Summer Camp. 5:30 p.m. Camping World Stadium, 1 Citrus Bowl Place, Orlando. floridacitrussports.com 3RD THURSDAY GALLERY HOP & ART WALK Oct. 18: Visitors converge on the core of Orlando’s Downtown Arts District to browse the galleries and nontraditional art venues that

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spotlight the best of established and emerging Orlando-based artists. 6 p.m. CityArts Factory, 29 S. Orange Ave., Orlando. 3rdthu.com IMMERSE Oct. 19-20: This annual interactive arts event, presented by The Creative City Project, features more than 1,000 artists and performers, and turns downtown Orlando into a series of unexpected and creative adventures. New this year: a 3,200-square-foot ball pit, an interactive photo installation, and a multilevel mural fort. creativecityproject.com MOUNT DORA JEWELRY SHOW Oct. 19-20: From the producers of the Mount Dora Arts Festival, a two-day showcase for the makers of unique, handmade jewelry and accessories. Friday 2-9 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunset Park, 230 W. 4th Ave., Mount Dora. 352-383-0880. mountdoracenterforthearts.org ROOTSTOCK Oct. 19-20: This annual festival is an all-day affair with vendors selling plants and garden accessories, food trucks and live music. Members only event Friday 5-8 p.m. and open to the public Saturday 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Bok Tower Gardens, 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales. 863-6761408. boktowergardens.org SANFORD ART WALK Oct. 20: Discover this river town’s culture, nightlife, food and art while exploring galleries and art spaces on and around First Street between Magnolia and Sanford avenues. 6-9 p.m. sanfordwelcomecenter.com WINTER PARK INSTITUTE AT ROLLINS COLLEGE Oct. 22: The Institute’s 2018-19 series continues with Martha C. Nussbaum—philosopher, author and professor of law and ethics at the University of Chicago—and her discussion on “Fear, Anger and Hope—Democracy in Peril.” 6 p.m. Bush Auditorium, Rollins College campus, 1000 Holt Ave., Winter Park. 407-646-2145. rollins.edu/wpitickets SOUTHERN WOMEN’S SHOW Oct. 25-28: Discover hundreds of boutiques filled with the latest fashions, trendy jewelry, gourmet treats, health and beauty, plus fashion shows, top chefs and celebrity guests. Orange County Convention Center, North Concourse, Hall B, 9400 Universal Blvd., Orlando. southernwomensshow.com RUPAUL’S DRAG RACE—WERQ THE WORLD Oct. 26: The hit television series hits the stage in Orlando with their new tour hosted by Michelle Visage with appearances by Alyssa Edwards, Shangela, Detox and more. The Plaza Live Orlando, 425 N. Bumby Ave., Orlando. 407228-1220. plazaliveorlando.com TASTE OF AFRICA Oct. 27: This food and music festival is a celebration of African music and culture offering crafts, games, and goodies with a village market and bazaar. 3-9 p.m.; concert starts at 6 p.m.

Eagle Nest Park, 5165 Metrowest Blvd., Orlando. 321-332-5749. PIONEER DAYS AND BEERS WITH PIONEERS FESTIVAL Oct. 27-28: A heritage celebration for the whole family with free admission to the Lake Wales Museum on both days. On Saturday, the new Beers with Pioneers craft brew event (separate ticket required) takes place from 4-9 p.m. Lake Wales Museum, 325 S. Scenic Hwy., Lake Wales. cityoflakewales.com/439/depot-museum

MUSIC THE ABBEY 100 S. Eola Drive, Orlando. 407-704-6261. abbeyorlando.com Oct. 6: Enya–Get Comfortable Tour, noon. Oct. 6: Ultimate Rush–Live at The Abbey, 8 p.m. Oct. 26: Musicology Masquerade, 8 p.m. AMWAY CENTER 400 W. Church St., Orlando. 407-440-7000, 800745-3000. amwaycenter.com, ticketmaster.com Oct. 11: Chayanne, 8 p.m. Oct. 14: Karol G & Piso 21, 7:30 p.m. THE BEACHAM 46 N. Orange Ave., Orlando. 407-246-1419. thebeacham.com Oct. 2: Kali Uchis, 6 p.m. Oct. 5: Nothing But Thieves, 5 p.m. Oct. 9: Milky Chance–Blossom Tour, 7 p.m. Oct. 13: The Struts, 5:30 p.m. Oct. 18: Claude VonStroke, 9 p.m. BLUE BAMBOO CENTER FOR THE ARTS 1905 Kentucky Ave., Winter Park. 407-6369951. bluebambooartcenter.com Oct. 2: Chris Cortez, 8 p.m. Oct. 3: Bobby Koelble Band, 8 p.m. Oct. 4: Marco Bojorquez Trio, 8 p.m. Oct. 5: Nate Najar Trio CD Release Party, 8 p.m. Oct. 7: Charlie Russo Presents A Night at the Copa, 3 p.m. Oct. 9: Chris Cortez, 8 p.m. Oct. 10: John DePaola Quintet, 8 p.m. Oct. 11: Dave Sheffield Trio, 8 p.m. Oct. 12: Chris Cortez Birthday Bash, 8 p.m. Oct. 13: Tracey Coryell, 8 p.m. Oct. 14: Central Florida Jazz Society, 3 p.m. Oct. 16: Chris Cortez, 8 p.m. Oct. 17: Carol Stein and Friends with Michelle Jones, 8 p.m. Oct. 18: Steve Luciano Trio, 8 p.m. Oct. 19: Beth McKee, 8 p.m. Oct. 21: Phil Magallanes Trio, 8 p.m. Oct. 23: Chris Cortez, 8 p.m. Oct. 24, Jeff Rupert Quartet, 8 p.m. Oct. 25: Cortez and Koelble, 8 p.m. Oct. 26: Beautiful Bobby Blackmon Band, 8 p.m. Oct. 27: The Conglomerate, 8 p.m. Oct. 30: Chris Cortez, 8 p.m.

CENTRAL FLORIDA FOLK Lake of the Woods Clubhouse, 300 Carolwood Point, Fern Park. cffolk.org

Oct. 3: Eugene Snowden’s Ten Pints of Truth, 10 p.m. Oct. 27: Moloko Plus, 10 p.m. ORLANDO AMPHITHEATER Central Florida Fairgrounds, 4603 W. Colonial Drive, Orlando. orlandoamphitheater.com

Oct. 28: Ruth Wyand and Tony Macaluso, 2 p.m. CFE ARENA University of Central Florida main campus, 12777 N. Gemini Blvd., Orlando. 407-823-3070. cfearena.com Oct. 26: NF–Perception Tour, 7 p.m. Oct. 30: A Perfect Circle, 7:30 p.m. DR. PHILLIPS CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS 445 S. Magnolia Ave., Orlando. 844-513-2014. drphillipscenter.org Oct. 7: 4U—A Symphonic Celebration of Prince, 7:30 p.m. Oct. 16: Maxwell—50 Intimate Nights Live, 7:30 p.m. Oct. 18: Brett Eldredge—The Long Way Tour, 7:30 p.m. Oct. 19: The Doobie Brothers, 8 p.m. Oct. 26: Bob Dylan and His Band, 8 p.m. HARD ROCK LIVE 6050 Universal Blvd., Orlando. 407-351-5483. hardrock.com Oct. 4: Sebastian Yatra & Manuel Turizo, 7 p.m. Oct. 16: Good Charlotte—North American Tour, 7 p.m. Oct. 23: Death Cab for Cutie, 8 p.m. Oct. 26: Olga Tañon, 8 p.m. Oct. 27: Alice in Chains, 8 p.m. Oct. 30: An Evening with Toto, 8 p.m. Oct. 31: Marilyn Manson, 8 p.m. HOUSE OF BLUES Disney Springs West Side, Walt Disney World. 407-934-2583. houseofblues.com Oct. 5: Sirius XM Hair Nation Tour 2018, 7:30 p.m. Oct. 9: Papa Roach with Of Mice and Men, 6 p.m. Oct. 11: Tamia–Passion Like Fire Tour, 7 p.m. KING CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS 3865 N. Wickham Road, Melbourne. 321-2422219. kingcenter.com Oct. 7: Jonny Lang, 7 p.m. Oct. 13: Classic Albums Live Recreates The Eagles Greatest Hits, 8 p.m. Oct. 24: David Allan Coe, 8 p.m. Oct. 25: Dweezil Zappa, 7:30 p.m. Oct. 27: Steve Oliver and Marion Meadows, 7:30 p.m. Oct. 27: TOTO—40 Trips Around the Sun, 8 p.m. LIL INDIES 1036 N. Mills Ave., Orlando. facebook.com/ lilindiesorlando

Oct. 6: Rare Orlando, 3 p.m. SOUNDBAR ORLANDO 37 W. Pine St., Orlando. 407-456-1391. soundbarorl.com Oct. 3: Escape the Fate and Slaves, 5 p.m. Oct. 5: Lil Gnar/Germ and special guests, 7 p.m. Oct. 6: The Early November, The Dangerous Summer, Jetty Bones and Save Face, 6 p.m. Oct. 17: Counterparts, Being As An Ocean, Have Mercy and Virals, 6 p.m. Oct. 25: Madball, Comeback Kid, Vietnom and 430 Steps, 7 p.m. Oct. 26: Mom Jeans, Awakebutstillinbed, Retirement Party and Pool Kids, 6:30 p.m. THE PLAZA LIVE ORLANDO 425 N. Bumby Ave., Orlando. 407-228-1220. plazaliveorlando.com Oct. 6: Delbert McClinton, 8 p.m. Oct. 9: Joey Graceffa—Eden Tour, 7 p.m. Oct. 13: The New York Bee Gees, 8 p.m. Oct. 14: Mary Chapin Carpenter, 8 p.m. Oct. 19: Streetlight Manifesto, 8 p.m. Oct. 25: The Monster Energy Outbreak Tour Presents Lil Xan, 8 p.m. Oct. 27: Eden—Vertigo World Tour, 8 p.m. SEMINOLE STATE COLLEGE Center for Fine and Performing Arts (Building G), Sanford/Lake Mary campus, 100 Weldon Blvd., Sanford. 407-708-2040. seminolestate.edu/arts Oct. 30: Symphonic Band & Jazz Ambassadors Concert, 7:30 p.m. Oct. 30: Choir Invitational, 7:30 p.m. THE SOCIAL ORLANDO 54 N. Orange Ave., Orlando. 407-246-1419. thesocial.org Oct. 1: Hinds, 7 p.m. Oct. 7: Sales, 6 p.m. Oct. 11: Mike Yung, 7 p.m. Oct. 30: Yelle, 8 p.m. WAYNE DENSCH PERFORMING ARTS CENTER 201 S. Magnolia Ave., Sanford. 407-321-8111. wdpac.com Oct. 6: British Invasion—A Tribute to the Beatles, 7:30 p.m. Oct. 28: Latin Ambition—Latin and American Dance Music, 3 p.m. WILL’S PUB 1042 N. Mills Ave., Orlando. willspub.org Oct. 1: GW Souther with Ancient Sun and KASSON, 7 p.m.

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SCENE ON THE TOWN Oct. 7: The Toasters with Maid of Ace, 6 p.m. Oct. 16: Bob Log III, 7 p.m. Oct. 22: Foreign Dissent 5—International Punk Rock Party, 7 p.m. Oct. 25: Mustard Plug, 8 p.m.

CLASSICAL MUSIC BACH FESTIVAL SOCIETY OF WINTER PARK Tiedtke Concert Hall, Rollins College, 1000 Holt Ave., Winter Park. 407-646-2182. bachfestivalflorida.org Oct. 28: Eroica Trio, 3 p.m. BLUE BAMBOO CENTER FOR THE ARTS 1905 Kentucky Ave., Winter Park. 407-6369951. bluebambooartcenter.com Oct. 17: Carol Stein & Friends with Michelle Jones, 8 p.m. Oct. 28: Florida Symphony Youth Orchestra led by Jeff Rupert, 2 p.m. CATHEDRAL CHURCH OF SAINT LUKE 130 N. Magnolia Ave., Orlando. 407-849-0680. ccslorlando.org Oct. 14: Michael LeGrand at the organ playing Bach, Mozart, Mendelssohn and Dupre, 3 p.m. CENTRAL FLORIDA COMMUNITY ARTS CFCArts Black Box Theater, 250 S.W. Ivanhoe Blvd., Orlando. 407-937-1800. cfcarts.com

Oct. 13: Throwing Shade Live—There’s No Place Like Condo, 7 p.m. AMWAY CENTER 400 W. Church St., Orlando. 407-440-7000, 800745-3000. amwaycenter.com, ticketmaster.com Oct. 6: Lit AF Tour Hosted by Martin Lawrence, 7:30 p.m. DR. PHILLIPS CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS 445 S. Magnolia Ave., Orlando. 844-513-2014. drphillipscenter.org Oct. 5-6: The Best of Second City, Friday 8 p.m., Saturday 4 & 8 p.m. Oct. 7: Hari Kondabolu, 7 & 9:30 p.m. Oct. 8: Gary Gulman—Must Be Nice!, 8 p.m. Oct. 20: Lewis Black—The Joke’s On US Tour, 8 p.m. ORLANDO IMPROV Pointe Orlando, 9101 International Drive Suite 2310, Orlando. 407-480-5233. Ages 21 and over. Wednesday and Thursday at 8 p.m., Friday at 8 and 10:30 p.m., Saturday at 7 and 9:45 p.m., Sunday at 7:30 p.m. 407-480-5233. theimprovorlando.com SAK COMEDY LAB Ongoing: Improvisational comedy shows, competitions, songs and scenes. 29 S. Orange Ave., Orlando. Tuesday-Wednesday times vary; Thursday, Friday and Saturday 7:30 and 9:30 p.m. 407-648-0001. sakcomedylab.com

DANCE

Oct. 26-27: Our Greatest Hits, 8 p.m. OPERA ORLANDO Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, 445 S. Magnolia Ave., Orlando. drphillipscenter.org Oct. 24-30: The Tales Of Hoffmann, Tuesday and Wednesday-Saturday 7:30 p.m., Sunday 2 p.m. ORLANDO PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA Multiple Orlando-area locations. 407-770-0071. orlandophil.org Oct. 8: Focus Chamber Series, 8 a.m. The Plaza Live Orlando, 425 N. Bumby Ave., Orlando. Oct. 13: Matinee Pops Series, 2 and 8 p.m. Bob Carr Theater, 401 W. Livingston St., Orlando. ST. LUKE’S CONCERT SERIES St. Luke’s Lutheran Church, 2021 W. SR 426, Oviedo. 407-365-3408 ext. 3508. stlukes-oviedo.org Oct. 6: Schumann and Schumann with the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra, 7 p.m.

COMEDY THE ABBEY 100 S. Eola Drive, Orlando. 407-704-6261. abbeyorlando.com

KING CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS 3865 N. Wickham Road, Melbourne. 321-2422219. kingcenter.com Oct. 17: World of Dance Live Tour, 7:30 p.m. ORLANDO BALLET Dr. Phillips Performing Arts Center, 445 S. Magnolia Ave., Orlando. orlandoballet.org, drphillipscenter.org Oct. 12-14: Carmina Burana, Friday-Saturday 7:30 p.m., Saturday-Sunday 2 p.m.

FILM CRANES ROOST SUNSET CINEMA 274 Cranes Roost Blvd., Altamonte Springs. 407-571-8180. altamonte.org Oct. 13: Goosebumps, 7:30 p.m. ENZIAN Enzian Theater, 1300 S. Orlando Ave., Maitland. 407-629-0054. enzian.org Oct. 2: The Craft, 9:30 p.m. Oct. 6: Sisters, 11:59 p.m. Oct. 9: Frankenhooker, 9:30 p.m. Oct. 13: Nosferatu, noon. Oct. 13: Creepshow, 11:59 p.m.

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Oct. 15: The Rocky Horror Picture Show, 9:30 p.m. Oct. 20: Misery, 11 a.m. Oct. 20: Re-Animator, 11:59 p.m. Oct. 23: The Thing, 9:30 p.m. Oct. 27: The Hills Have Eyes, 11:59 p.m. Oct. 30: Horror of Dracula, 9:30 p.m. ENZIAN POPCORN FLICKS IN THE PARK Central Park, 150 W. Morse Blvd., Winter Park. 407-629-0054. enzian.org Oct. 11: The Pit and the Pendulum, 8 p.m. HARRY P. LEU GARDENS 1920 N. Forest Ave., Orlando. 407-246-2620. leugardens.org Oct. 5: Poltergeist, 7:30 p.m. WAYNE DENSCH PERFORMING ARTS CENTER 201 S. Magnolia Ave., Sanford. 407-321-8111. wdpac.com Oct. 18: Dracula, 7:30 p.m.

LITERARY CARIBBEAN HUT CAFÉ OPEN MIC Oct. 5, 12, 19 & 26: Live music and open-mic talent, from poetry/spoken word to comedy. 8 p.m. 2141 W. Colonial Drive, Orlando. 407-4253190. caribbeanhutflorida.com DIVERSE WORD Oct. 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30: A weekly gathering highlighting spoken-word poetry. 8 p.m. Dandelion Communitea Café, 618 N. Thornton Ave., Orlando, 407-362-1864. dandelioncommunitea.com NERD NITE ORLANDO Oct. 11: An evening of entertaining, thought-provoking presentations with host Ricardo Williams. Second Thursday of the month. 7:30 p.m. The Abbey, 100 S. Eola Drive, Orlando. 407-704-6261. orlando.nerdnite.com

THEATER ANNIE RUSSELL THEATRE Rollins College, 1000 Holt Ave., Winter Park. rollins.edu 12 Angry Jurors Through Oct. 6: The year is 1957 and a teenager just stood trial for the fatal stabbing of his father. If convicted, he’ll face the death penalty. It seems like an open-and-shut case, until one juror refuses to agree to a guilty verdict. Wednesday-Saturday 8 p.m., special matinée performance Saturday Oct. 6, 2 p.m. CENTRAL FLORIDA COMMUNITY ARTS CFCArts Black Box Theater, 250 S.W. Ivanhoe Blvd., Orlando. 407-937-1800. cfcarts.com Noises Off Through Oct. 7: A classic play within a play as the audience gets an inside look at a stage production and the chaos that ensues. Thursday-Saturday 7:30 p.m., Sunday 3 p.m.

Young Frankenstein Oct. 19-Nov. 4: In this adaptation of the 1974 cult classic by the same name, grandson of the infamous Victor Frankenstein, Frederick Frankenstein and his trusty sidekick, Igor, set out to create a monster—ensuring that the family legacy continues. Thursday-Saturday 7:30 p.m., Sunday 3 p.m. DR. PHILLIPS CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS 445 S. Magnolia Ave., Orlando. 844-513-2014. drphillipscenter.org Jersey Boys Oct. 30-Nov. 4: They had a sound nobody had ever heard, and the radio just couldn’t get enough of them. But while their harmonies were perfect onstage, offstage it was a different story. Tuesday-Friday 8 p.m., Saturday 2 & 8 p.m., Sunday 1 & 6:30 p.m. THE GARDEN THEATRE 160 W. Plant St., Winter Garden. 407-877-4736. gardentheatre.org The Birds Oct. 12-28: In an isolated, abandoned house, three strangers take refuge from relentless masses of birds that viciously attack everyone exposed. Thursday-Saturday 7:30 p.m., Saturday-Sunday 2 p.m. MOONLIGHT PLAYERS THEATER 735 W. Minneola Ave., Clermont. 352-243-5875. moonlightplayers.com Aliens With Extraordinary Skills Oct.7-Nov. 11: A dark comedy about a clown from the “unhappiest country in the world,” Moldova, who pins her hopes on a U.S. work visa. Friday-Saturday 8 p.m., Sunday 2:30 p.m. ORLANDO REPERTORY THEATRE 1001 E. Princeton St., Orlando. 407-896-7365. orlandorep.com Junie B. Jones is Not a Crook Through Nov. 4: Junie struggles with the issue of honesty in this hilarious and heartfelt story based on the best-selling book series by Barbara Park. Saturday-Sunday 2 & 5:30 p.m. ORLANDO SHAKESPEARE THEATER 812 E. Rollins St., Orlando. 407-447-1700. orlandoshakes.org The Mystery of Irma Vep–A Penny Dreadful Oct. 10-Nov. 18: Vampire attacks, werewolf sightings and the resurrection of an Egyptian princess make for an exciting start to married life for Lady Enid, Lord Edgar’s second wife. Set in mystical Gothic England, this melodramatic farce is a quick-change marathon in which two actors play all the roles. Wednesday-Saturday, 7:30 p.m., Wednesday & Sunday 2 p.m. The Jungle Book Oct. 18-Nov. 16: This retelling of the classic tale takes audiences on a thrilling journey through the Indian jungle. Wednesday-Saturday, 7:30 p.m., Wednesday & Sunday 2 p.m.

OSCEOLA ARTS 2411 E. Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway, Kissimmee. 407-846-6257. osceolaarts.org Evita Oct. 5-28: Featuring the iconic songs “Don’t Cry for Me Argentina” and "Buenos Aires," this Tony Award winner tells the story of a mysterious and determined actress and how she became the powerful and controversial first lady of Argentina. SONNENTAG THEATRE AT THE ICE HOUSE 1100 N. Unser St., Mount Dora. 352-383-4616. icehousetheatre.com Run for Your Wife Through Oct. 7: A taxi driver is getting away with bigamy by simply juggling his driving hours, but a haphazard incident causes it all to unravel. Thursday 7:30 p.m., Friday-Saturday 8 p.m., Saturday-Sunday 2 p.m. THEATRE UCF 4000 Central Florida Blvd., Orlando. 407-8231500. theatre.ucf.edu Hot Mikado Oct. 11-21: Combining Japanese design with popular American song and dance, this is the hilarious tale of a land where laws sentence people to death for almost any indiscretion, but jazz, blues and gospel are spoken fluently. Thursday-Saturday 7:30 p.m., Sunday 2 p.m. WINTER PARK PLAYHOUSE 711 N. Orange Ave., Suite C, Winter Park. 407645-0145. winterparkplayhouse.org I Love a Piano Through Oct. 14: Take a look at America through the perceptive and hopeful eyes of the legendary Irving Berlin in this musical following the journey of a piano from its first days in Tin Pan Alley to the 1950s. Thursday-Sunday 2 p.m., Friday-Saturday 7:30 p.m.

MUSEUMS ALBIN POLASEK MUSEUM AND SCULPTURE GARDENS 633 Osceola Ave., Winter Park. 407-647-6294. Tuesday-Saturday 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Sunday 1-4 p.m. polasek.org Czech-born American sculptor Albin Polasek’s onetime Winter Park home and studio is now a museum with an art collection focused mainly on American representational sculpture, with more than 200 of Polasek’s works inside and out. The former residence is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The Soul of Graffiti—Jan Kaláb Through Dec. 2: This exhibit of a contemporary Prague artist coincides with the Czechoslovakian Centennial, and Kaláb’s sculptures, 3-D canvases and select new works demonstrate how far art has evolved in the Czech Republic from Polasek’s time of the early 20th century to present day.

ART AND HISTORY MUSEUMS—MAITLAND 221 W. Packwood Ave., 231 W. Packwood Ave. and 820 Lake Lily Drive, Maitland. 407-539-2181. Thursday-Sunday 11 a.m.-4 p.m. artandhistory.org A collection of museums encompassing the Maitland Art Center, Maitland Historical Museum, Telephone Museum, Waterhouse Residence Museum and Carpentry Shop Museum. Maitland Art Center, Tuesday-Sunday 11 a.m.-4 p.m.; all others Thursday-Sunday noon-4 p.m. Closed on major holidays. artandhistory.org Veterans’ Art in Central Florida Through Jan. 2019: Timed to coincide with the centenary of the end of the First World War on Nov. 11, the Maitland Art Center exhibits the wartime works of André Smith, and other local veteran artists serving in the Vietnam War and other recent wars. J. André Smith and the Art of Camouflage Through Jan. 2019: The Maitland History Museum provides an overview of Smith’s experimentation of camouflage methods during World War I with objects recreated to bring several of his ideas to life and to explore the intersection of art with the mechanics of war. CASA FELIZ HISTORIC HOME MUSEUM 656 N. Park Ave., Winter Park. 407-628-8200. casafeliz.us Ongoing: This restored Spanish farmhouse-style home was designed by acclaimed architect James Gamble Rogers II. Open houses hosted by trained docents take place every Tuesday and Thursday, 10 a.m.noon; live music is featured in the large parlor on Sundays, noon-3 p.m. Free. CORNELL FINE ARTS MUSEUM Rollins College campus, 1000 Holt Ave., Winter Park. 407-646-2526. Tuesday-Friday 10 a.m.4 p.m., Saturday-Sunday noon-5 p.m. rollins.edu/cfam Dangerous Women—Selections from the Jon and Mable Ringling Museum of Art Through Dec. 12: Dangerous Women and its accompanying catalogue present more than twenty works from the rich holdings of the John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art which explore different artists’ responses to the women of the Bible. Jamilah Sabur—Ibine Ela Acu/ Water Sun Moon Through Dec. 12: Working across various disciplines including performance, video and installation, Sabur negotiates complex relationships between the body and the landscape and interrogates notions of territoriality. Fake News? Some Artistic Responses Through Dec. 12: This selection of American artists from the museum's permanent collection recognize the power of the media in shaping public opinion and encourage viewers to ask questions.

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SCENE ON THE TOWN Forging Modern American Identities— Recent Acquisitions Through Dec. 12: This exhibit of recent gifts to the collection from Rollins alumni Barbara and Theodore Alfond allows the museum to present a dynamic and multifaceted history of 20th-century art produced in the United States. HANNIBAL SQUARE HERITAGE CENTER 642 W. New England Ave., Winter Park. 407539-2680. Tuesday-Thursday noon-4 p.m., Friday noon-5 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.-2 p.m. hannibalsquareheritagecenter.org The Hannibal Square Timeline Ongoing: Documents the significant local and national events in African-American history since the Emancipation Proclamation. HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL RESOURCE AND EDUCATION CENTER OF FLORIDA 851 N. Maitland Ave., Maitland. 407-628-0555. Monday-Thursday 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Friday 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Sunday 1-4 p.m. Free. Donations accepted. holocaustedu.org Heroes of Warsaw Through Dec. 28: Using the illustrations of Bill Farnsworth and the children’s books “A Hero and the Holocaust: The Story of Janusz Korczak and His Children” and “Irena Sendler and the Children of the Warsaw Ghetto” this exhibit highlights the impact these heroes had on the children in the Warsaw Ghetto. MENNELLO MUSEUM OF AMERICAN ART 900 E. Princeton St., Orlando. 407-246-4278. Tuesday-Saturday 10:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Sunday noon-4:30 p.m. mennellomuseum.com Our Orlando—Making Sense of Our World Through Oct. 7: Featuring the work of four local artists—Sarah M. Bender, Peterson Guerrier, Boy Kong and Kelly Joy Ladd—this exhibit presents the vision of each artist as a consideration of how we, as humans, relate to one another and our time on earth. MORSE MUSEUM OF AMERICAN ART 445 N. Park Ave., Winter Park. 407-645-5311. Tuesday-Thursday and Saturday 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m., Sunday 1-4 p.m. Throughout April, the museum is open late on Fridays, from 9:30 a.m.-8 p.m. morsemuseum.org Nineteenth-Century American Landscapes Through Jan. 2019: In this exhibition, the Morse presents a selection of landscape paintings from its collection that illustrate the affinity between the ideas of the French Barbizon School (1830–1870) and American painting at the turn of the 20th century. The Art Machine Through Jan. 2019: A pre-digital educational exhibit designed in the late 1980s to encourage a long, thoughtful look at Thomas Sully’s 1871 canvas “Study of the Queen Victoria.”

Earth into Art—The Flowering of American Art Pottery Oct. 16-Sept. 2020: Examine the works of American Art Pottery (1876 to 1914), the first truly American art to achieve widespread acclaim both domestically and abroad. ORANGE COUNTY REGIONAL HISTORY CENTER 65 E. Central Blvd., Orlando. 407-836-8500. Monday-Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday noon-5 p.m. thehistorycenter.org Another Year Passes–Orlando After the Pulse Nightclub Massacre Through Oct. 14: This commemorative exhibit includes images and items from Orlando’s Pulse memorial sites, along with community artwork and international tributes. Genome–Unlocking Life’s Code Oct. 13-Jan. 2019: This special exhibit from the Smithsonian Institution and the National Institutes of Health examines the complexities of the genome—the genetic or hereditary material of a living organism—through cutting-edge displays, animation and fascinating real-life stories. ORLANDO MUSEUM OF ART 2416 N. Mills Ave., Orlando. 407-896-4231. Tuesday-Friday 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturday-Sunday noon-4 p.m. omart.org Zen Tales–The Art of Jon J. Muth Through Oct. 28: This retrospective exhibit features Muth’s heart-warming and spiritual illustrations done in watercolor along with his work in gouache, pastel and ink. Nick Cave–Feat. Through Dec. 30: The work of this Chicago-based artist burst with color and texture, are optical delights, speak to issues surrounding identity and social justice, and can be enjoyed by audiences of all ages and backgrounds. Purvis Young and His Angels Through Jan. 2019: Working on materials such as discarded scraps of wood, metal and cardboard found on neighboring streets, Young expresses through painting his experience as an African American growing up in an economically distressed community. ORLANDO SCIENCE CENTER 777 E. Princeton St., Orlando. 407-514-2000. Sunday-Tuesday 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Thursday 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.-9 p.m. osc.org Zoo In You and Human Plus Through Jan. 2019: Be introduced to the trillions of microbes living inside our bodies while exploring the low and high-tech tools extending human abilities. WINTER PARK HISTORY MUSEUM 200 W. New England Ave., Winter Park. 407-647-2330. Tuesday-Friday 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. wphistory.org

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Wish You Were Here–The Hotels and Motels of Winter Park Through May 2019: From the lavish luxury hotels of the late 1800s to roadside family motels, tourist courts and the boarding houses used by the workers who built Winter Park, this exhibit highlights all the hotels and motels that played a part in creating the town of today. ZORA NEALE HURSTON NATIONAL MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS 227 E. Kennedy Blvd., Eatonville. 407-647-3307. Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturday 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Donations accepted. zoranealehurstonmuseum.com Ongoing: The museum provides a place in the heart of the Eatonville community where the public can view the works of artists of African descent.

GALLERIES ANITA S. WOOTEN GALLERY Valencia College, East Campus, 701 N. Econlockhatchee Trail, Orlando. Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. valenciacollege.edu/arts Jacqueline Otto Miller—A Retrospective Oct. 25–Dec. 7: The late gallery curator and professor of art is honored through an exhibit displaying select works from her career as a visual artist. Opening reception: Thursday, October 25 from 5-7 p.m. ATLANTIC CENTER FOR THE ARTS 1414 Art Center Ave., New Smyrna Beach. 386427-6975. Tuesday-Friday 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.-2 p.m. atlanticcenterforthearts.org UCF Flying Horse Editions The Art of Collaboration Through Nov. 3: Opening Reception: October 19 from 5-7 p.m. CITYARTS FACTORY 29 S. Orange Ave., Orlando. 407-648-7060. Tuesday-Saturday 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Free. orlandoslice.com Magical Beings—That Which Grows from What Was Lost Through Oct. 13: This show features the work of Libby Smith, a visually impaired painter facing total blindness. Her paintings celebrate the magic she sees in people and documents the beauty of life and color while it is still possible. Día de los Muertos & Monster Factory Oct. 18-Nov. 9: An annual, juried Day of the Dead/Halloween art exhibition and sale of new works in various media. Opening reception and block party: Tuesday, October 18 from 6-11 p.m. CREALDÉ SCHOOL OF ART Two locations: Alice & William Jenkins Gallery, 600 St. Andrews Blvd., Winter Park. 407-6711886. crealde.org; and Hannibal Square Heritage Center, 642 W. New England Blvd., Winter Park. 407-539-2680. hannibalsquareheritagecenter.org

Vibrant Vision—African Diaspora and African American Artists Through Jan. 2019: Works from the Jonathan Green and Richard Weedman collection of paintings, sculptures and prints from outstanding African Diaspora and African American artists. JEANINE TAYLOR FOLK ART GALLERY 211 E. 1st St., Sanford. 407-323-2774. Tuesday-Saturday 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sunday noon5 p.m. jtfolkart.com

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The Rise and Fly–Carved Works by LaVon Van Williams, Jr. Through Oct. 14: Carvings in low relief call the viewer to experience Williams’ world of harmonious joy. SNAP! SPACE 1013 E. Colonial Drive, Orlando. Thursday-Saturday, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. or by appointment. snaporlando.com City Unseen—A New [AR]t Experience Oct. 5-6: This ongoing public art project with locations across Orlando launches the city and its visitors into Augmented Reality [AR] experiences. Opening night: Saturday, October 5 from 7-10 p.m.

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Signature Purple Door Luncheon honoring Champions of Courage

TRACK SHACK’S GARFIELD HALLOWEEN RUN/WALK Lake Baldwin Park, 4982 New Broad St., Orlando. trackshack.com Oct. 14: Garfield the cat is turning 40 and celebrating with Track Shack at their inaugural Halloween 4k Run/Walk and Kids Run (for children ages 7 and under) with photo ops and candy stops along the route.. 4k Run/Walk 8 a.m., Kids’ Run 9 a.m., Costume Contest 9:30 p.m. ORLANDO CITY SOCCER Orlando City Stadium, 655 W. Church St., Orlando. orlandocitysc.com Oct. 17: vs. Seattle Sounders, 7:30 p.m. Oct. 21: vs. Columbus, 3 p.m. ORLANDO MAGIC PRESEASON Amway Center, 400 W. Church St., Orlando. 407-440-7000, 800-745-3000. amwaycenter.com, nba.com/magic Oct. 5: vs. Flamengo—exhibition game, 7 p.m. Oct. 10: vs. Memphis Grizzlies, 7 p.m. Oct. 12: vs. San Antonio Spurs, 7 p.m. Oct. 17: vs. Miami Heat, 7 p.m. Oct. 19: vs. Charlotte Hornets, 7 p.m. Oct. 25: vs. Portland Trailblazers, 7 p.m. Oct. 30: vs. Sacramento Kings, 7 p.m. ONLINE CALENDAR: Be sure to check out our online calendar at orlandomagazine.com

Wednesday, October 17, 2018

Rosen Centre, 9840 International Drive, Orlando, FL 32819

11 AM Registration and networking 12 – 1:30 PM Lunch and program Every October during Domestic Violence Awareness Month, hundreds of supporters gather to bring attention to this critical issue, honor advocates, celebrate survivors, and remember those who lost their lives because of abuse. This year, Harbor House will honor Orange County Circuit Court Judge Alice Blackwell, Orange County Mayor Teresa Jacobs, Beverly Paulk, Zebra Coalition Executive Director Heather Wilkie, Bank of America, and the Orlando Police Department for their dedication to ending domestic violence in our community. Guests will also hear first-hand from a victim about the struggle to survive and life after abuse.

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IMMERSE 2018 18th Annual

Dancing for Diabetes

An Evening of Entertainment and Hope Saturday, November 10, 2018

Bob Carr Theater 401 W Livingston St, Orlando, FL 32801

7 PM: Start

Friday, October 19, 2018 Saturday, October 20, 2018

Orange Ave., Church St. and Pine St. in Downtown Orlando

5-11 PM Central Florida’s signature arts event takes over the streets of downtown for a seventh year as Creative City Project presents “IMMERSE 2018,’’ showcasing more than 1,000 artists from over 100 arts organizations. New large-scale interactive installations will include a 3,200-square-foot Giant Ball Pit, and an Immersive Photo Experience in partnership with Corkcicle. Performing groups will include Orlando Ballet, Orlando Philharmonic with Rollins College Choir, and an electronic-orchestral collaboration between The Mood Designers and the Central Florida Community Arts Orchestra. Four ticket options are offered, including a Dinner Party Project Experience that features a four-course meal right in the middle of the event!

creativecityproject.com

A powerful and exceptionally entertaining dance showcase featuring 300+ nationally-recognized and award-winning dancers in one unforgettable evening. Individually, each dance group exemplified Central Florida’s thriving arts community, and collectively, the hundreds of dancers champion Dancing for Diabetes’ efforts to stir the hearts of all those affected by Type 1 Diabetes.

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AutoNation Cure Bowl

Bringing Teams Together to Find a Cure for Cancer

Saturday, December 15, 2018 Rise Up & Shine At

Pink On Parade 5K Sunday, October 14, 2018

Florida Hospital Celebration Health 400 Celebration Place, Celebration, FL 34747

7:30 AM Event Start Join Florida Hospital at Pink on Parade 5K as we shine a light on the brave women in our community battling breast cancer, survivors who have won their fight, and those whose light shines on through their loved ones.

Camping World Stadium 1 Citrus Bowl Place, Orlando, FL 32805

11 AM AutoNation Pregame Tailgate opens 12 PM Andy Grammer performs at the AutoNation Pregame Tailgate 2:30 PM Kickoff The AutoNation Cure Bowl benefitting the Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF) is more than a game. It’s about bringing teams together to find a cure for cancer. It’s a rally cry to raise awareness for cancer research and help bring an end to this deadly disease. The game features teams from the American Athletic Conference and Sun Belt Conference and is televised nationally by CBS Sports Network. The bowl game is the signature event of the Orlando Sports Foundation (OSF). The OSF was founded in May 2008 and is a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to raising funding and awareness for organizations working to find a cure for cancer. Its primary beneficiary is BCRF, where 91 cents of every dollar raised goes towards fighting cancer.

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Orlando’s Finest The fundraising gala for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, held at The Rosen Plaza, celebrated top young business professionals and emerging leaders who have excelled in their professions and are committed to supporting the search for a cure for CF.

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Jessica Wickey, Kim Hanson, Olivia Sain, Pam Sain, Barbara Kenney

Bruce and Tracy Herman, Lara and Glenn Davis

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James and Erika Dwyer, Amy Bolton, Grayson and Mary Kate Savage

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MY SINGLE FRIENDS say online dating is scary, and as a parent of two sons, I find hiring a caregiver online can be just as creepy. Sure, she looks innocent enough in her profile, but what if I’m putting my two most valuable possessions into the hands of a serial killer?! Call me old-school, old-fashioned or just plain old, but sometimes I long for simpler times when the girl next door babysat. At 12, inspired by “The Babysitters Club” series, I posted fliers to let neighborhood mothers know I was available. When I had kids, I also looked for babysitters in the neighborhood or relied on friends’ recommendations. Background checks weren’t needed because I knew their mothers. Then my family moved from small-town Alabama to big-city Orlando, where we had zero connections. Shortly after moving into our small short-term rental, we realized we needed some help, so my husband and I turned to the only place we could think of: the Internet. As I scrolled through the postings on a couple of popular sitter sites, I discovered

a treasure trove of available sitters. These weren’t high school girls down the street; they were professionals. I didn’t need to schedule around prom or worry about stepping on a friend’s toes for calling “their” sitter. But my excitement waned when we started the daunting process of interviewing candidates. Like Halloween night, we didn’t know what we would get when the doorbell rang. Here are a few of the characters we interviewed or invited for a trial run: The Scantily Clad. Babysitting isn’t a 9 to 5, but this hipster millennial couldn’t care less about her appearance. I wondered how her string bikini would survive the pool with my rambunctious boys and how her cheeky jean shorts would fare on the seesaw. The Tech Addict. She was playing on her phone when we left and still glued to the screen when we returned, yet she refused to answer our phone calls and only responded to text messages. Our message to her: C U L8R! The Desperate Housewife: This sitter tried hard, really really hard. The first night

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Sitter Safari

she came over to babysit, she washed the sheets on our master bed and rearranged the personal items on our bathroom counter. She crossed a boundary into our private space—and on our first date! The Slob. Opposite of the over-doer, this college student was just plain lazy. We got home to congealed pizza on the kitchen counter, dirty dishes in the dining room, and toys and DVDs strewn across the floor. In my babysitting days, I put away leftovers, loaded the dishwater and swept the floor. I didn’t use that time to catch up on my favorite show, even if Netflix had been around. The Disney-Obsessed. We all love Disney, but this 40-something loved Disney. She came over for an interview wearing all Disney clothes, from the Mickey hat on her head to the Minnie Mouse on her Keds. She seemed less interested in the job when we told her it didn’t come with an annual pass. The Unapologetically Late. This sitter was habitually late, and time after time, she seemed surprised there was traffic on I-4. One day when she’s a mother, I hope she’ll know what it’s like to have her Uber, her dinner reservation or her taxpaying job all waiting on her sitter. The No-Rules Rebel. The kids watched inappropriate shows and raided the pantry, but worse, they never went to bed! We purposely planned our date night during bedtime to avoid putting our diabolical darlings to bed. When we came home finally relaxed, we didn’t want to see our children running around the house gassed up on sugar. Miss Moneybags. This unrealistic teenager asked for a raise after only two weeks of working for us. I was already paying 50 percent more than minimum wage as well as providing her with lunch and gas money. The Quitter. No! I can’t believe this sitter quit on me! I didn’t have a backup for my big meeting Monday. And she dumped me via text message! The Perfect Fit. Then, finally, we found two amazing nannies. Addison took care of Anders when he broke his arm, did yoga with the boys, and often brought her therapy dog along. Kelly made William a book of his favorite Star Wars characters and did arts-and-crafts projects, which she handily kept in her trunk. They cleaned the kitchen, picked up groceries, and made life with two boys just a bit easier. And for a mother, that’s a dream come true.

DAVID VALLEJO

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