Food & Drink 8/16

Mark Baratelli, Editor

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Beefy King Fire Suspect Arrested

John Cairl Huff was arrested and charged Wednesday with Arson Second Degree and Criminal Mischief for setting a fire Tuesday morning at the

Café D’Avignon Artisan Bakery and Coffee Shop Coming to Orlando

Mark Baratelli, Editor

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Café D’Avignon Artisan Bakery and Coffee Shop Coming to Orlando

The menu contains sweet and savory pastries, breakfast and lunch sandwiches, quiches, scones, salads, cakes and afternoon toasted snacks.

Mark Baratelli, Editor

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Fire at Beefy King in Milk District

51 year old Beefy King restaurant caught fire Tuesday morning at 1am. There were no injuries and the damage to the building was minimal.

40 Acre Farm & Educational Campus Coming to Packing District

Mark Baratelli, Editor

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40 Acre Farm & Educational Campus Coming to Packing District

The project, built to address food insecurity, will include classrooms, greenhouses, discovery center, special event barn, and restaurant.

5th Annual Friends of James Beard Dinner Returns to Four Seasons Resort Orlando

Mark Baratelli, Editor

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5th Annual Friends of James Beard Dinner Returns to Four Seasons Resort Orlando

The 5th annual Friends of James Beard 6-course dinner prepared by 7 culinarians is taking place at the Four Seasons Resort Orlando.

Ramen Rumble 3 is Slurpy and (Congrats to Them!) Already Sold Out

Mark Baratelli, Editor

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Ramen Rumble 3 is Slurpy and (Congrats to Them!) Already Sold Out

Three local chefs come together for a friendly competition (read battle to the death) to see whose ramen reigns supreme!

Bagel Bruno + Foxtail Coffee Coming to College Park This Month

Mark Baratelli, Editor

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Bagel Bruno + Foxtail Coffee Coming to College Park This Month

Bagel Bruno is having its grand opening this month at its new location at 3405 Edgewater Drive in College Park.

La Boulangerie French Bakery Coming to Modera Central

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La Boulangerie French Bakery Coming to Modera Central

La Boulangerie plans to open and operate a new French bakery at 125 East Pine Street inside the Modera Central building (MAP). The...

Food Insecurity Addressed in 12-Week Environmental Program for Parramore Middle Schoolers

Mark Baratelli, Editor

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Food Insecurity Addressed in 12-Week Environmental Program for Parramore Middle Schoolers

UCF is providing $9,000 to the City of Orlando to support a project called The Garden, a program of the Office of Sustainability and Resilie

Micro-Brewery and Retail Project Coming to SODO District

Mark Baratelli, Editor

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Micro-Brewery and Retail Project Coming to SODO District

A micro-brewery and retail project is coming to 215 W. Grant Street in the SODO District.

Deadwords Brewing Company Coming to Parramore

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Deadwords Brewing Company Coming to Parramore

A new downtown Orlando brewery called Deadwords Brewing is in the works to take over an existing 14,000 SF retail building.

V's Vegan Diner Food Truck Soft Opening This Weekend

Mark Baratelli, Editor

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V's Vegan Diner Food Truck Soft Opening This Weekend

V's Vegan Diner's menu includes vegan philly cheesesteaks, peppered steaks, hamburgers, BBQ sandwiches and more.

Floridabilt Coming to Downtown to Celebrate All Things Local

Mark Baratelli, Editor

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Floridabilt Coming to Downtown to Celebrate All Things Local

Snack on a Florida-themed light bites menu, enjoy Florida beer, shop goods made by local artisans, and watch entertainment at Floridabilt.

While Restaurant and Landlord Clash Over Downtown Food Hall Plans, Board Approves Them

Mark Baratelli, Editor

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While Restaurant and Landlord Clash Over Downtown Food Hall Plans, Board Approves Them

Facebook post reveals weak relationship between landlord and restaurant on Church Street

Wheelhouse Market Mini Food Hall Opens in ICON Park

Mark Baratelli, Editor

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Wheelhouse Market Mini Food Hall Opens in ICON Park

ICON Park revamped its food court into the Wheelhouse Food Market featuring desserts, sausage sandwiches, Italian, and Latin foods.

Elize Restaurant Opens in Former Rusty Spoon Space

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Elize Restaurant Opens in Former Rusty Spoon Space

Michelle Lagerweij bought the business from the Rusty Spoon owners and made one of their Chefs, Chef Reanna McNamara, the head Chef accordin

Free Food at Sea World Til the End of 2019 for Buyers of the 2020 All-Season Dining Pass

Mark Baratelli, Editor

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Free Food at Sea World Til the End of 2019 for Buyers of the 2020 All-Season Dining Pass

The All-Season Dining Pass will allow guests to enjoy lunch and dinner with every park visit during 2020 as well as through the end of 2019!

Dexters New Standard Winter Park Sneak Preview

Mark Baratelli, Editor

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Dexters New Standard Winter Park Sneak Preview

From the way they serve a glass of wine to the choice of music, Dexter's New Standard really does set a new standard in Winter Park.

Nékter Juice Bar Coming to Winter Park with Juices, Smoothies and Acai Bowls

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Nékter Juice Bar Coming to Winter Park with Juices, Smoothies and Acai Bowls

Handcrafted juices, smoothies, and acai bowls are part of the menu at Nekter.

Jillycakes to Open at Wheelhouse Food Hall at Icon Park Next Month

Mark Baratelli, Editor

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Jillycakes to Open at Wheelhouse Food Hall at Icon Park Next Month

Jillycakes Orlando is leaving Winter Park and moving to I-Drive inside a food hall called Wheelhouse Market at Icon Park.