Tasty Chomps x Orlando Foodie Forum – A Taste of… Delaney’s Tavern in SoDo – Special Underground Menu – March 25 thru April 4th

Tasty Chomps X Orlando Foodie Forum
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A Taste of …

Delaney’s Tavern in SoDo District

“A Taste of… presented by Tasty Chomps x Orlando Foodie Forum” is a new special “underground” menu for readers and followers to get a “Taste Of…” a local Orlando restaurant with a special pre-fixe menu (similar to Magical Dining) for dine in or take out for a limited time. Every 10 days we will release a new special menu at another restaurant.

Now up…

Delaney’s Tavern
1315 S Orange Ave Suite B, Orlando, FL 32806
(407) 849-0801
eatdt.com

Starting March 25th till April 4th, 2021, for just $39 (plus tax and tip) you can get a 3-course dinner at Delaney’s Tavern in SoDo District.

About the Restaurant:

Located directly across the street from Orlando Health, known locally as ORMC, and situated in Delaney Park, Florida, Delaney’s Tavern fills a much needed gap for restaurants and bars in South Downtown Orlando. As a New American Tavern, Delaney’s specializes in “friendly fare & spirits,” providing patrons stylish cuisine in both small plates and shareables while serving amazing wine, custom cocktails, and a wide selection of craft beers.  The menu is led by Executive Chef Anthony Albino (formerly of Santiago’s Bodega Orlando).

Price:
$39 dollars plus Tax and tip

Dates:
March 25th – April 4th, 2021

For Take Out or Dine In

1. Starters (Choose 1)

Brie in Puffs – Maple brix apricot gastrique, orange pistachio crumb, spiced amareno cherries

Honey Chili Pepper Roasted Brussel Sprouts – Roasted shallot, pecan smoked maple bacon, choice of creamy balsamic or shoyu glaze with sweet chili aioli

2. Entree (Choose One)

Blackberry Hoisin Pork Tenderloin – served with Purple Sticky Rice, Pan Seared Greens

Tavern Burger – Blended Patty with smoked gouda cheese, chipotle BBQ, caramelized onion aioli, crispy onion frizzles on brioche bun

Almond Crusted Salmon – Orange Honey Glaze, Coconut Bamboo Rice, Grilled Asparagus, and Spicy Plum Sauce

3. Dessert (Choose One)

Brookie – Blend of Brownie Batter and Cookie Dough, Topped with house-made rocky road ice cream and whipped cream

Espresso Martini – Stoli Vodka, espress, simple syrup

To make a reservation, call  Delaney’s Tavern (1315 S Orange Ave Suite B, Orlando, FL 32806) at (407) 849-0801 eatdt.com and mention the Tasty Chomps Taste of Delaney’s Tavern Menu from March 25 thru April 4th, 2021.

The Delaney Hotel + Delaney’s Tavern
1315 S Orange Ave Suite B, Orlando, FL 32806
(407) 849-0801
eatdt.com

The Ultimate Foodie’s Guide to Historic St. Augustine, Florida: Our 4-Day Itinerary

St. Augustine is a city rich with history, culture and culinary adventure. Originally founded in 1565, St. Augustine really is America’s Oldest City.

Charming restaurants and celebrated architecture can be found all around the city, which continues to serve as a cultural mecca as it has for hundreds of years prior. The cultural and ethnic diversity of St. Augustine is made evident from the vast array of cuisine available at every turn. St. Augustine was recently named one of USA TODAY’s Readers’ Choice 2020 “Best Historic Small Towns” and lonelyplanet.com’s “Top U.S. Destinations with European Style.”  Whether you’re looking for a relaxing getaway or an educational adventure, St. Augustine is a wonderful choice.

We were invited out by Florida’s Historic Coast to discover the city and enjoy the impressive array of food available. Here is The Ultimate Foodie’s Guide to Historic St. Augustine.

Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resorts Announce Spring Food & Wine Classic – April 17 2021

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The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resorts have announced the return of their popular Food & Wine Classic, but for the first-time ever, this new edition will take place in the spring. The Swan and Dolphin Spring Food & Wine Classic will take place Saturday, April 17 as a one-night, limited-ticket event featuring unlimited food and beverage tastings and live music. Overnight packages and tickets are now on sale at www.FoodandWineClassic.com.

The event will offer culinary selections from the hotel’s award-winning restaurants as well as wine samplings from around the world and a selection of other beverages, all amidst a festive backdrop of live entertainment. As a limited-ticket event, guests will be able to socially distance themselves throughout the resort’s expansive, spacious and scenic outdoor spaces.

The event, taking place 5:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m., will feature several themed stations including the Beer Garden, Chinatown and the luau-inspired The Pig & Poke. In total, there will be 12 food stations, including dessert from executive pastry chef and world pastry champion Laurent Branlard and more than 50 beverage selections.

Menu highlights include:

• Sweet & smokey St. Louis style smoked ribs with macaroni & cheese from Executive Chef Dan Herman’s Smokin’ D’s BBQ
• Salt roasted prime NY strip loin with roasted marble potatoes, onion purée and truffle veal jus from Shula’s Steak House
• Vegetarian bao filled with glazed savory jack fruit, green onion, and ginger served in Chinatown themed area
• Shrimp & Grits with sautéed Gulf shrimp, buttered white corn grits and tasso ham gravy from Todd English’s bluezoo

Event-only tickets can be purchased online at FoodAndWineClassic.com for $125 per person. Room packages start at $400 and include event access for two adults. To book, call 1-888-828-8850 between 8:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. weekdays; 5:00 p.m. on weekends. Events are limited to those 21 years and older.

City of Winter Garden presents:

Shop, Dine, & Stroll – March 27th

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Sidewalk Sale in Celebration of National Mom and Pop Business Owners Day!
All-Day (Open to Close)
Location: Winter Garden Downtown Historic District, 300 W. Plant St.

The Love Local campaign, launched by the City of Winter Garden last fall, continues in 2021 with a line-up of programs and activities to help small businesses recover from financial losses due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The intent of the Love Local campaign is to build awareness of the importance of shopping and dining local to support small businesses and community organizations that are vital to the city.

Winter Garden is well-known for its small town charm – and it’s no surprise with the plethora of mature trees and beautiful flowers to the authentic historic brick buildings that line the city’s downtown area. Winter Garden also features an award-winning farmers market and is home to many one-of-a-kind locally owned restaurants, unique shops, art, and entertainment. Local businesses are the heart and soul of Winter Garden, and they need our support.

Each and every one of us can have an impact. Every time you make a purchase, you are making an impact. Choose to go to a local restaurant over a national chain. Shop at local boutiques instead of big-box retailers. Shopping online and at national chains is convenient, but when you support local businesses, you are strengthening the backbone of a community. According to the organization Independent We Stand, for every $100 spent at local businesses, $68 will stay in the community. Whereas only $43 remains in the community when shopping at a national chain.

From now through the summer, the Love Local campaign will include monthly activities and programs that support local businesses and community organizations and on Saturday,
March 27th, Downtown Winter Garden and Citywide will celebrate “Shop, Dine, & Stroll”.

Shop, Dine, & Stroll – Saturday, March 27th

In celebration of National Mom and Pop Business Owners Day, come out to an outdoor shopping and dining experience to support the independently owned businesses that make Downtown Winter Garden so unique! The nationally observed holiday serves an even greater purpose this year as small businesses strive to recover from the pandemic.

March’s ideal weather makes it the perfect time to stroll the charming streets, shops, and outdoor dining areas. Peruse the outdoor sales racks, fresh spring apparel, accessories and home goods to get ready for the new season. The independently owned shops will also feature in-store and online specials/promotions, as well as curbside delivery.

Take a shopping break to enjoy freshly prepared menu items and beverages at Downtown’s one-of-a-kind eateries, and grab a seat at one of the many outdoor umbrella tables that line the historic streets to enjoy a side of Florida sunshine.

Shop, Dine & Stroll will be held rain or shine. Sales, special offers, delivery methods, and operating hours vary per merchant. For more information, visit www.downtownwg.com/everything-you-need-to-know-about-shop-dine-stroll.

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Orange County Library System

2021 Easter Special Megalist for Orlando Restaurants

Our Easter Megalist for 2021 continues to grow.

Here are a few highlights:

• JW Marriott At Orlando Bonnet Creek
• Tapa Toro
• Taverna Opa
• The Capital Grille
• and more

Inside Look: Happy Hour at Big Fin Seafood Kitchen

Big Fin Seafood Kitchen, an award-winning seafood restaurant located in the Dellagio Town Center on Sand Lake Road’s “Restaurant Row” is one of the most popular spots for locals and tourist during Magical Dining every year. But did you know they also have an amazing happy hour every day from 5-7pm?  They sure do! 

We were invited to experience Big Fin’s new happy hour menu by their new Executive Chef Eric Enrique, formerly of Eddie V’s Prime Seafood, and we enjoyed our food, friendly service, and upscale causal environment.

First Look: Loading…Gastrobrunch Restaurant in Historic Downtown St. Cloud, Florida

Loading…Gastrobrunch restaurant is a hidden gem located in historic downtown St. Cloud, just a short drive away from Orlando, south of Lake Nona and east of Kissimmee.

I didn’t even know there was a historic downtown St Cloud – but it does appear that downtown St. Cloud is experiencing a bit of a renaissance lately with new hotels and other developments in the works – understandable since there have been quite a few new residential developments in the area recently.

Owned by friends James Brady, Matt Rody and Jahnae Allen, Loading…Gastrobrunch restaurant also serves as the in-house dining option for the recently renovated adjacent Hunter Arms hotel.

The owners of Loading… are all veterans of the local restaurant industry including Disney World and Universal Orlando with a focus on service and ambiance. They opened in 2020 during the pandemic so word is just getting out now about the place.

The menu, led by chef Vaughn Collins features “Spaniflora” (Spanish and Florida style) influenced dishes, breakfast and brunch items, and a newly expanded dinner menu. Chef Vaughn Collins hails from the storied kitchens of Charleston, South Carolina, so you know their shrimp and grits and other Southern influenced dishes will be top notch. The stone ground corn grits are sourced all from local St. Cloud area Mick Farms.

I had the shrimp n’ grits here on a recent visit and it was one of the best renditions I have had, creamy corn grits with a savory pork a la minute sauce and full of fresh and plump local shrimp.

The brunch items like the cinnibun French Toast and the Spaniflora chicken chorizo waffle tacos are also quite the delight.

Inside Look: Taste of EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival 2021

Spring has finally sprung in Central Florida, and as we wave the chilly winter months goodbye we also welcome the Taste of EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival back to the Walt Disney World Resort.

More than 20 outdoor kitchens are scattered throughout the park during this festival, offering guests a delicious variety of spring-themed eats. This year, you’ll notice a heightened emphasis on sustainability, from the food to the merchandise. The festival began March 3 and will run until July 5, 2021.

Orlando’s Most Historic / Oldest / Longest Running Restaurants

It’s no easy feat to survive in the restaurant world – so cheers to all who have made it this long and keep on going here in Orlando / Central Florida! Deepest gratitude to all who have helped shape our Central Florida community and food scene over the years.

How many have you been to?

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GoFundMe Campaign – Help Bring Local Orlando Snacks to Orange County Convention Vaccination Workers

"At the Orange County Convention Center’s vaccination site we have lots of EMS and health dept folks out there. They welcome any snacks/food drop offs - if any place ever wants to drop off anything as a thank you or a treat or something, they are more than willing to have them there. And it always helps morale. The team can’t really go anywhere because of time constraints.   It'll be a gesture and is such a great morale thing since the site is staffed 6 days per week for 12 hours a day. "

This week , Tien Hung Market / Banh Mi Boy’s Benjamin Phan delivered over 200 Vietnamese Spring Rolls and gallons of Vietnamese coffee to support the Orange County Convention Center vaccination workers. Tien Hung is one of the oldest Vietnamese owned markets in Orlando located in the historic Mills 50 District. for more info visit https://gofund.me/eb14f7ad