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The first-ever Mount Dora Area Restaurant Week kicks off with special prix fixe menus at 27 local restaurants
Mount Dora Area Restaurant Week is bringing together local restaurants, cafés, breweries, and beverage stops for a weeklong celebration of the area’s growing food scene. Did you know the Mount Dora Area Chamber of Commerce is launching the first-ever Mount Dora Area Restaurant Week? The event which is designed to showcase local restaurants and encourage residents and visitors to explore the area’s dining scene kicks off Saturday, July 25 and runs through Sunday, August 2. Dur

Emma Walton
Jul 24


Orlando Main Streets Sip & Savor Weeks returns July 24 - August 9, celebrating local food and drinks!
Get ready to sip, savor, and explore the flavors that make Orlando’s neighborhoods unforgettable. This summer, Orlando Main Streets are coming together for a citywide celebration of the creative and eclectic cuisine and cocktails that can only be found right here in our local districts. From July 25 through August 10, you’ll have the chance to experience limited-time prix fixe menus at a variety of price points and drink specials that go beyond your typical happy hour. From h

Alastair Mac
Jul 23


Visit Orlando's Magical Dining is back for its 21st year, featuring a record 188 local restaurants
Celebrating 21 years, Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining returns to the city from August 14 - September 30, offering fantastic dishes at fantastic prices for a fantastic cause. The table is set for Orlando's foodie event of the year, with Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining presented by Orlando Health returning to the city from August 14 - September 30, 2026, celebrating 21 years of flavor and impact. Savor three-course, prix-fixe dinners at an unprecedented 180+ Orlando-area restaura

Emma Walton
Jul 15


Four Flamingos serves up a summer of flavor and fun with culinary events featuring Celebrity Chef Richard Blais
Four Flamingos: A Richard Blais Florida Kitchen at Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress announces summer events and lakeside pop-up experience. This summer, Four Flamingos: A Richard Blais Florida Kitchen at Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress is inviting guests to experience its Michelin-Recommended cuisine in bold new ways. Throughout late July, Chef Richard Blais will headline a series of immersive events blending hands-on experiences, interactive competition, unforgettable flavors and one

Emma Walton
Jul 14


Polk County Burger Week is back with local restaurants offering exclusive burger creations and meal deals
Burger Week is a county-wide celebration of all things burger where you can find unique and high-value burgers at restaurants all over Polk County from July 17 - 26. Residents and visitors alike to Polk County can look forward to a week-long celebration of all things burger, with restaurants throughout the area taking part in Polk County’s Burger Week. Yes folks it's back for 2026, with Polk County hosting the 3rd Annual Burger Week from July 17th through the 26th. From class

Emma Walton
Jul 14


Nosso Quintal Brazilian Bar & Grill coming to historic former bank building in Downtown Kissimmee
Downtown Kissimmee CRA approves incentive to revitalize the historic former bank building at 30 Broadway into Nosso Quintal Brazilian Bar & Grill. Nosso Quintal Brazilian Bar & Grill is a new culturally immersive bar and restaurant coming to downtown Kissimmee, designed to bring the spirit of Brazil to life through music, art, and shared social experiences. Set to open in the historic former bank building at 30 Broadway in downtown Kissimmee, the new restaurant is Inspired by

Emma Walton
Jul 13


Olive Garden announces the return of its iconic Never-Ending Pasta Pass!
10,000 Pasta Passes go on sale July 16, offering 13 Weeks of Unlimited Pasta for $100. Some things are worth waiting for – especially when they're never-ending. After a six-year hiatus, Olive Garden is bringing back its iconic Never-Ending Pasta Pass. Passholders will enjoy 13 weeks of unlimited pasta, homemade sauces, and protein toppings, plus never-ending soup or salad and breadsticks during this year's Never-Ending Pasta Bowl promotion. Pasta lovers will have their chance

Emma Walton
Jul 13


Perkins Restaurant & Bakery kicks off summer with its biggest seasonal menu launch to date
Perkins launches NEW Smashed Burgers and Soda Pop, and brings back Key Lime Pie and Pancake Flips for limited time. Perkins Restaurant and Bakery, the family-dining restaurant brand known for its homestyle meals, all day value, and iconic bakery, is giving guests more reasons than ever to gather around the table with the brand’s biggest seasonal menu launch to date. Available now, the family dining staple has introduced a lineup of Smashed Burgers, two soda shop inspired beve

Emma Walton
Jul 10


JoJo’s ShakeBAR Orlando turns patio season into a sunny I-Drive playground of Shakes, Sips, and Nostalgia
As Orlando heads into peak patio season, outdoor dining has become as much about the experience as what's on the menu. JoJo's ShakeBAR at Pointe Orlando is leaning into that shift with interactive activities, nostalgic touches, colorful zero-proof drinks, and over-the-top treats! JoJo’s ShakeBAR Orlando is turning patio season into a colorful summer escape, where Florida sunshine meets nostalgic energy, frozen cocktails, customizable Dirty Sodas, over-the-top desserts, and th

Emma Walton
Jul 9


The inaugural Sushi Showdown lands at Morimoto Asia in Disney Springs on September 21
Some of the city's most talented sushi chefs go knife-to-knife — each creating a signature sushi and a cooked small plate from the same fish. On September 21, 2026, Morimoto Asia will transform into Orlando's ultimate sushi stage as the city's most talented sushi chefs go head-to-head in the inaugural Sushi Showdown. This one-night-only culinary competition invites guests to sample exclusive signature sushi creations crafted with premium rice and the freshest ingredients be

Emma Walton
Jun 30


Fat Rosie’s in Waterford Lakes celebrates July ‘Cinco de Drinko,’ a fiesta-filled countdown to Cinco de Mayo 2027
Guests can enjoy live music, face painting, and a featured Mango Margarita where $2 from each drink purchased will be donated to No Kid Hungry. Fat Rosie's fans, margarita lovers and anyone looking for an excuse to celebrate with family-friendly entertainment can keep the party vibes going this 4th of July Weekend with featured cocktails and fundraising for a great cause. Fat Rosie’s Taco & Tequila Bar is kicking off Cinco de Drinko on Sunday July 5, a year-long fiesta leadin

Emma Walton
Jun 30


Raising Cane’s opens in Hunters Creek with free giveaways, swag, a ribbon cutting, and more!
Customers will find a one-of-a-kind design featuring local memorabilia, photos and theme park-inspired touches that celebrate Kissimmee’s role as the gateway to Central Florida’s iconic attractions. Raising Cane’s opens the doors to its newest Orlando area Restaurant today, Monday, June 29 at 1200 W. Osceola Pkwy., featuring a festive grand opening packed with excitement and Community spirit. Raising Cane’s ONE LOVE – Craveable Chicken Finger Meals – begin with premium chi

Emma Walton
Jun 29


Sip, Swirl and Sparkle as JoJo’s ShakeBAR launches its sweetest summer dining experience yet!
JoJo’s ShakeBAR is tapping into some of the biggest obsessions of the season with viral Dirty Sodas, Friendship Bracelet Making, and a Strawberry Mango Soft Serve Margarita. JoJo’s ShakeBAR is officially entering its summer era with a lineup that is fizzy, creamy, colorful, and absolutely not interested in being subtle. Available now, the new Strawberry Mango Soft Serve Margarita joins JoJo’s latest menu additions, including Dirty Sodas, savory new favorites, upgraded sauce

Emma Walton
Jun 23


Check out Mellow Mushroom's limited-time-only Greek Feta Rollz – Available now through August 31
Mediterranean flavors just rolled into Mellow. Greek Feta Rollz, is packed with spinach, feta, roasted tomatoes, and mozzarella cheese. Mellow Mushroom – the Atlanta-based, stone-baked pizza brand with 160+ locations nationwide – is rolling out limited-time-only Greek Feta Rollz, available now through August 31! Baked with Mellow’s distinctive dough, stuffed with melty mozzarella, spinach, Roma tomatoes & sheep’s milk feta and sprinkled with parmesan & chives, the new Greek F

Emma Walton
Jun 23


El Cilantrillo expands its footprint, opening new restaurant in East Orlando
El Cilantrillo Restaurant, one of the region's best-known Puerto Rican dining brands and Central Florida's largest Puerto Rican-owned restaurant has invested $450,000 in the project, employing approximately 70 people. El Cilantrillo Restaurant, Central Florida’s premier Puerto Rican dining destination, has opened the doors to a new Orlando location at Rio Pinar Plaza, 431 South Chickasaw Trail. With four full-service locations in the region, the beloved island eatery is the

Emma Walton
Jun 22
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