Father’s Day 2021 Specials in Orlando

Father’s Day is right around the corner, and now is the time to plan how you will treat dad on his special day. Attractions and restaurants around Orlando are offering discounted meals, specialty drinks and other exciting offers for making pops’ day the best one yet!

First Look: Tasty Chomps x Orlando Foodie Forum – A Taste of… Tornatore’s Ristorante Secret Menu – June 10th thru 20th

Tornatore’s Ristorante specializes in handmade pastas, pizzas, rich and savory sauces, hearty, delicious meatballs, daily-made fresh doughs, and tantalizing desserts. 

Starting June 10th – 20th, 2021, guest can get a 3-course dinner at Tornatore’s Ristorante for just $35.  Price does not include tax or gratuity.

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Taverna Opa Orlando

First Watch Debuts New Limited Time Summer 2021 Seasonal Menu featuring Mexican Street Corn Hash, Barbacoa Breakfast Tacos and More

I am a huge fan of what is going on lately at First Watch with their limited time, seasonal menu – especially with the re-freshed emphasis on Mexican and Tex-Mex flavors. 
“There’s nothing like cutting into that first fresh watermelon of the summer, spending time outside with people you love and enjoying the sunshine,” said Chef Shane Schaibly, vice president of culinary strategy for First Watch. “This season, we’re bringing in things like fresh watermelon juice, summer sweet corn and fresh pineapple – some classic, high-quality ingredients that are in peak season right now. This menu really evokes a sense of nostalgia for me, and I hope our customers enjoy that too!”

New Japanese influenced Rooftop Bar and Restaurant opens May 27th at JW Marriott Bonnet Creek near Disney Springs

Orlando’s hottest new rooftop restaurant, illume, is opening at the JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort & Spa, on Thursday May 27th. We got an exclusive sneak peek at illume – this place is full breathtaking views, an Asian-inspired menu , and handcrafted Japanese sake and aged whiskey cocktails. Perfect for viewing the nightly nearby Disney fireworks. The restaurant will be led by chef Myra Buerkle.

Father’s Day with the Chefs at Four Seasons Resort Orlando

Several chefs on their team who are dads (Executive Chef Fabrizio Schenardi, Capa Chef Gabriel Massip, and Executive Pastry Chef Rabii Saber) and we spoke to them recently about the meaning of Father’s Day below!

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Pointe Orlando

Visit Orlando Celebrates Asian Pacific American Heritage Month 2021

While Orlando attracts visitors from around the world, the local community is a vibrant mix of global citizens, including Asian Pacific American communities. In celebration of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, Visit Orlando has gathered information on Asian-owned restaurants and special events for visitors and locals to enjoy this month and throughout the year, which will be continually updated on VisitOrlando.com/AAPI.

Visit Orlando also asked me to do a quick "Tour a Tasty Trio of Asian-American Restaurants in Orlando" that can be found here (and featuring Dochi, Kabooki, and Hawkers): https://www.visitorlando.com/blog/post/asian-american-restaurants-orlando/

Inside Look: Happy Hour at Fogo de Chão on International Dr.

Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steakhouse is the leading Brazilian steakhouse specializing in fire-roasting high-quality meats since 1979 utilizing the centuries-old Southern Brazilian cooking technique of churrasco.  They are known for their all-you-can-eat meat carved tableside and extensive salad bar but did you know they also have an amazing weekday happy hour menu? 

We were invited to experience Fogo de Chão’s happy hour and we enjoyed their Brazilian bites, tasty cocktails, top notch service, and the energetic ambiance of the restaurant.

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Russell's On Lake Ivanhoe

Orlando’s Best Taco Spots – Spring 2021

Tacos! Who doesn’t love them? Those little hand held meat filled corn or wheat tortilla wraps that the Mexican people have blessed the world with. We made a list to help folks find – maybe will add a map later…e-mail us at tastychomps at gmail.com if you have any other suggestions! Just in time for Cinco de Mayo…here are our Favorite Taco Spots in Orlando.