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January 12th, 2012
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Delectable Foie Gras at Tasters Grille

While searching for something other than traditional conch fritters and Key lime pie on the Florida Keys dining circuit, locals point me to Tasters Grille & Market, a foodie paradise hidden away in an unusual spot.

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Tags: dining | Florida Keys | Islamorada | Key Largo | wine

August 25th, 2011
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The Casa Monica Hotel

On a recent trip to St. Augustine, the oldest existing city in Florida and the United States, I was pleased to find that even a native to the Sunshine State, like myself, can find new and fascinating experiences in familiar places.

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Tags: arts and culture | boutique hotels | dining | St. Augustine

August 17th, 2011
Crave vs. the Crooked Spoon
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Chef Steve Saelg and Chef Tuan Tran

Back for round two of Whole Foods Market’s 20 Minutes $20 Fill the Grill Challenge in Orlando, I watched — and judged — two talented chefs battle it out for a chance to compete at the final cook-off on August 30.

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Tags: Crave | Crooked Spoon | dining | Fleming's Steakhouse | orlando | top chefs | Whole Foods Market

August 3rd, 2011
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Chef Alec Cheak at Whole Foods Market

Somebody has to be the judge, and last night I was one of three judges, when two talented chefs battled it out over a grill in Orlando’s Whole Foods Market.

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Tags: 4Rivers Smokehouse | BBQ | Crave | Crooked Spoon | dining | Fleming's Steakhouse | orlando | top chefs | Whole Foods Market

June 13th, 2011
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Dining at Angle, Ritz-Carlton Palm Beach

I had a chance to dine at Angle at the swanky Ritz-Carlton in Palm Beach. The focus is on locally grown ingredients and harvests. Deep hues of delicious Loxahatchee Wildlife Rescue heirloom tomatoes coupled with slices of watermelon and avocado were the start of a meal rich in textures and flavors. The uber-rich mac ‘n cheese side served in a skillet for two could be the best I’ve ever tasted ...

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Tags: Angle | dining | Loxahatchee Wildlife Rescue Center | Palm Beach | Ritz-Carlton | Temple Orange

June 10th, 2011
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4Rivers Smokehouse in Winter Garden

John Rivers, the owner of the wildly popular 4Rivers Smokehouse, knew demand for his slow-smoked barbecue warranted a second location, which he opened in Winter Garden in April...but would the people come?

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Tags: 4Rivers Smokehouse | BBQ | dining | orlando | Winter Garden | Winter Park

April 28th, 2011
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Azure's Dining Room

We all need to treat ourselves once in a while, and a four-course fine-dining experience is a great way to indulge our inner foodie. Azure, at The Shores Resort & Spa in Daytona Beach Shores, hosts a wine-paired dinner on the third Thursday of every month, and at $45 per person...

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Tags: Daytona Beach | Daytona Shores Resort & Spa | dining | drinks | wine

April 18th, 2011
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Alys Beach

On a recent trip to Northwest Florida and the Beaches of South Walton, I had a chance to visit the famed scenic 30-A, the 19-mile stretch along the coastline that my colleagues at FT+L traveled and loved.

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Tags: 30A | Alys Beach | beaches | Choctawhatchee Bay | Destin | dining | food | Northwest | Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport | Rosemary Beach | Sandestin Golf & Beach Resort | Scenic 30A | Seaside | Shake Shanty

March 30th, 2011
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The Red Eye BBQ Truck

TheDailCity.com, put nine of Orlando’s most popular food trucks in one parking lot, hoping some people would show up to eat. The lesson learned last night should be, “if you cook it, they will come.”

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Tags: BBQ | dining | Food trucks | orlando

December 8th, 2010
Fleming’s Great Deal
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Fleming's

On a recent visit to Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar on Sand Lake Road in Orlando, I was delighted to discover that it's more than a steakhouse. In fact it's a popular gathering place to kick off an evening with drinks and appetizers--especially when they’re priced at $6 each till 7 pm. 

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Tags: cocktails | dining | drink recipes | Fleming's Steakhouse | orlando

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