Ralphie, Sam and Tigger

August 21, 2013 | Posted in Home life | By

I thought it was time to introduce our pets- Ralphie, Sam and Tigger. Life gets interesting with these guys around. We rescued our cat, Tigger, from the trash in front of our house. Hubby brought him in, bathed him (really),

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The Flour Shop

August 20, 2013 | Posted in Around Town | By

The Flour Shop is a locally owned and operated cupcake and cake bakery at the corner of Lee Road and 17/92, in the K-Mart shopping plaza.  Walking through the door, the smell of freshly baked goods enticed me to buy

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Magical Dining Month Is Coming! September 1st-30th

August 19, 2013 | Posted in Dining out | By

Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining Month is almost upon us! Starting September 1st and running through September 30th, some of the best restaurants in the Orlando metro through attractions areas will offer a 3 course prix fixe menu for $33, tax

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Battle: Croissant-Doughnut (like a Cronut) Cask & Larder vs. Peterbrooke Chocolatier of Winter Park

August 18, 2013 | Posted in Uncategorized | By

Winner: Peterbrooke Chocolatier of Winter Park Why: Cask & Larder’s sauce-filled pastry was not completely cooked through towards the middle, you can see a glob of uncooked dough in the upper picture. Of the three orders (2 pastries per order)

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Blooming Around the Yard – August 2013

August 17, 2013 | Posted in Home life, Pics | By

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Top 5 Friday

August 16, 2013 | Posted in Around Town, Uncategorized | By

On my radar this week: Droolius.com celebrates a birthday! I wish @kokocooks was cooking this for me. A gorgeous sunset can distract us from 115 degree heat index. Shipyard Brew Pub Winter Park Closes. Fork in the Road brick &

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Last Call For Shipyard Brew Pub In Winter Park

August 16, 2013 | Posted in Around Town, Uncategorized | By

Some had gathered for the publicized Pumpkinhead release party, others trickled in to confirm the announcement on local news the evening prior- Shipyard was closing. It was an unexpected and somewhat hasty last call for the brew pub located on

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Cooking Up A Storm Of Italian Favorites Part 1- Recipes

August 15, 2013 | Posted in Cooking | By

If you read my cooking up a storm post here, you may have wanted the recipes. Here they are, I hope you enjoy! Lisa’s Super Easy Italian meatballs This is my variation of an Italian mother’s recipe for meatballs. Everyone

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Mi Casa Tequila Tequeria

August 14, 2013 | Posted in Dining out | By

Mi Casa Tequila Tequeria is located within the Rosen Shingle Creek Resort, just steps from the expansive main lobby. I had the pleasure of sampling their new menu at a private Yelp event last week, what a treat! The evening started

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Opa! Journey And Savor Wine Dinner- Enjoy Greek Wines While Helping Pet Rescue By Judy

August 12, 2013 | Posted in Dining out, Wine Tasting | By

Taverna Opa Orlando and Orlando Uncorked have joined forces with Boutari Wines to showcase Mediterranean wine & cuisine, while helping out Pet Rescue by Judy, a local non profit Orlando pet rescue. The Journey and Savor wine dinner will be

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