Tasty Chomps' Orlando

• First Look: Hong Kong Alley Kitchen
• Mother’s Day Brunch in Orlando 2017
• Summer Brunch Menu At STK at Disney Springs

First Look: Hong Kong Alley Kitchen

There is a new Cantonese style Chinese restaurant in town, located right next to 1st Spring Supermarket on Colonial near Rouse Road in East Orlando.

Hong Kong Alley Kitchen had recently been re-modeled and are having a $19.99 two lobster special.

We went to dinner with a group of family and friends and I came back mostly underwhelmed. I think the most upsetting thing about the meal was the menu – all translated I believe using Google Translate.

Many of the items made no sense whatsoever and it irked me that they didn’t bother to consult with any one fluent in English to help them smooth out the translations so that customers can get an idea of what they are ordering.

Overall, I thought the dishes were a bit ho hum, and though came out beautifully, had some off flavors that I did not enjoy. Mostly bland, and the sauce a bit too cloying.

My favorite dish was probably the fried rice.

I hear the three cups chicken and some of the other spicy dishes were good so will have to return to investigate further. Hopefully they will have their menu translated by then.

Sure I’d like some honey pork baking or miscellaneous vegetable shrimp…

Hong Kong Alley’s Kitchen

Mother’s Day Brunch in Orlando 2017

LUMA ON PARK

Showing mom all your appreciation in just one day can be a hefty task. Start off the day with a Mother’s Daybrunch at Orlando’s culinary gem, Luma on Park. The chefs at Luma will serve their popular menu as well as an assortment of unique brunch items, with Bellinis and Bloody Marys. Brunch will be served from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. Reservations are encouraged, please call (407) 599-4111 or visit our website www.lumaonpark.com.

PRATO

Mother’s Day is just around the corner, so treat your most special lady to brunch at Prato. The lunch menu will be served alongside select brunch items, along with Bellinis and Bloody Marys from the culinary team at Orlando’s favorite Italian restaurant. Brunch will be served from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m., reservations can be made by calling (407) 262-0050 or visiting our website www.prato-wp.com.

LUKE’S KITCHEN + BAR

Show your gratitude this Mother’s Day by starting her special day with some quality time at Luke’s Kitchen + Bar. The latest concept by Chef Brandon McGlamery will offer its fresh new lunch menu served alongside select brunch items that capture the very best of locally grown American fare. Bellinis and Bloody Marys will also be available to be sipped inside or on the patio. Reservations can be made by calling (407) 674-2400 or visiting our website www.eatlukes.com.

HIGHBALL & HARVEST

Moms deserve the best every year, start the day off right with brunch at Highball & Harvest at The Ritz-Carlton Grande Lakes. The buffet brunch will feature spring vegetables, a champagne bar, and freshly shucked oysters from 12 p.m. until 3 p.m. Reservations are encouraged. Adult guests may dine for $99 and children ages twelve and under for $40. Reservations can be made by calling (407)393-4422 or visiting our website www.ritzcarlton.com.

The Alfond Inn at Rollins, Winter Park

Mother’s Day Brunch at The Alfond Inn on Sunday, May 14, will feature seatings at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m.  Adults are $69 and children ages 5-12 are $29.  Complimentary valet parking. For more info visit: http://www.thealfondinn.com/blog/for-a-mothers-day-brunch/

Tapa Toro (I-Drive 360, 8441 International Dr)

Mom drinks free during a special Spanish-style brunch buffet with live entertainment from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Complimentary bottomless mimosas and sangria available with purchase of adult buffet. $35 per adult and $15 per child. http://tapatoro.restaurant/mothers-day-brunch/

Taverna Opa (Pointe Orlando, 9101 International Dr)

Mom eats free on Mother’s Day with family-style menu for four. One offer per party. Traditional Greek entertainment all day.  http://opaorlando.com/mothers-day/

Emeril’s Tchoup Chop

Mother’s day brunch (from noon-3 p.m.) with some unique takes on some brunch favorites including… Crab Cake Eggs Benedict with Tri Color Potato Sweet Pepper Maui Onion Hash, Crisp Bacon; Lobster Avocado Mango Salad with Local Baby Greens, Hearts of Palm, Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Champagne Papaya Seed Vinaigrette; Stuffed Hawaiian French Toast with Strawberry Guava Cheesecake, Chantilly Cream, Lilikoi Mango Maple Syrup; and “KFC” & Waffles with Korean Fried Chicken, Sriracha Maple Syrup, Garlic Spinach Sesame Butter.  Also, all you can drink Bellinis, Mimosas or Bloody Marys for $22 per person from Noon to 3 p.m.  Click here to view Chef Ryan’s entire Mother’s Day Brunch Menu.

Ruth’s Chris Steak House

Celebrate Mother’s Day all weekend-long with Surf & Turf specials, extended hours and a special surprise for mom. Moms who dine in on Saturday, May 13 and Sunday, May 14 will receive a complimentary, $25 credit to use towards a future purchase.  Guests are encouraged to make reservations for Mother’s Day weekend and can do so by either calling their nearest Ruth’s Chris Steak House or visiting https://www.ruthschris.com/promotions/mothers–day. Pricing, menus, special gift and hours may vary per location.

Ocean Prime Orlando

Guests of Ocean Prime Orlando can begin their brunch experience with a Blood Orange Mimosa, with cointreau, champagne and blood orange juice, available for $9 or, a Signature Bloody Mary with vodka, house-made mix and jumbo shrimp, available for $14. For brunch, guests can enjoy smoked salmon with sliced tomato, arugula, whipped cream cheese and bagel for $18, blackened salmon salad with an assortment of fruit, goat cheese, field greens, candied walnuts and basil poppyseed dressing for $19, French toast with mixed fresh berries, lemon curd, candied bacon and maple syrup for $15, quiche with spinach, provolone, parmesan, arugula salad and fresh fruit for $14, crab and eggs with an english muffin, poached egg, mixed greens, hollandaise, fresh fruit, and balsamic vinaigrette for $19 or braised short rib surf and turf with crispy gouda potato cake, lobster claw, poached egg and hollandaise for $22. Ocean Prime Orlando is located at 7339 West Sand Lake Road in Orlando. For reservations, please call 407-781-4880.

Fogo de Chão

All mothers who dine on Mother’s Day (Sunday, May 14; 11 a.m. – 9 p.m.) will receive a complimentary dining card for a free lunch or dinner on her next visit (redeemable May 15 – July 13; one complimentary card per mom while supplies last).  Please note that kids 6 and under dine free at Fogo, and children ages 7 – 12 are always half price (and not just on Mother’s Day!).

Summer Brunch Menu At STK at Disney Springs

Summer time fun has officially started for many and STK: Orlando is supplying all the flavor to the fun!

STK: Orlando is located in the heart of the revamped Disney Spring’s surrounded by dozens of shops that will work up an appetite or help you work off a big brunch.

We started our “Sunday Funday” with some signature drinks 

On the left we have the Cucumber Stiletto: ketel one citroen, st. germain, muddled cucumber, mint.  Beautifully crafted cocktail that’s light and refreshing. On the right, is a brunch inspired cocktail the Frose: Chilled sparking Rose with a scoop of raspberry sorbet.  A lighthearted drink that gives you a celebratory sensation.

The Hangover Ceviche: Shrimp – mussels – crab – octopus – jalapeños house made clamato. 
Hair of the dog:Don Julio Silver Tequila $8 / Vidal Mezcal $8 / Belvedere Vodka $8
We were recommended the Vidal Mezcal for the smoky flavors in the liquor that would aid in provoking flavors out of the dish. However, I found the Mezcal in the ceviche a little overpowering and boozy leaving the palate with little flavors to enjoy.

But! The Cinnamon Monkey Bread was a delight! It was fluffy and doughy with the perfect amount of cream cheese icing.

Fried Chicken & Funnel Cake: sriracha honey – lime – burnt onion powdered sugar
A carnival twist on a classic brunch item with a nice touch of spice.

Dry-Aged Delmonico: boneless ribeye – with generous marbling decadent & tender.  We topped the steak off with some truffle butter as well. The steak was done wonderfully and how we had asked for it to be prepared, while not being over seasoned or over cooked.

We didn’t have much room for a hefty dessert so we went with Mini Ice Cream Cone Sampler. It was adorable and helped us cool down from Florida’s Heat.

Overall, STK:Orlando is a very chic and upbeat environment. The staff is also amazing and courteous!

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