Hello, I'm Lisa Wilk! I'm a freelance food, wine and travel writer, photographer and presenter based out of Orlando, FL. While covering local restaurants and food events in the #1 tourist destination in the US, I find endless cooking inspiration when dining out. You'll often find me in the kitchen putting my own spin on those elevated chef creations to enjoy at home and when entertaining. I have a love and enthusiasm for wine, wine education and wine pairing. Find me about town teaching and demystifying wine as part of the popular @TheTastyTrio in the popular Wine, Cheese and Chocolate Perfectly Paired program series I've co-developed. Taste, Cook and Sip along with me on Twitter and Instagram at @TasteCookSip and @WineChix! Cheers!
Audubon Park’s Zombietoberfest: I See Dead People
October 7, 2013 | Posted in Around Town | By Lisa Wilk
Audubon Park has a serious problem that pops up every October, Zombies. The undead ranged from small children to adults- all roaming the streets and enjoying delicious food from area food trucks and Audubon Park restaurants and shops. If zombies
Top 5 Friday- 2013 Epcot Food & Wine Edition
October 4, 2013 | Posted in Special Events, Wine Tasting | By Lisa Wilk
On my radar this week, 2013 Epcot Food & Wine Edition: Exploring Orlando hits Epcot Food & Wine on opening day! Droolius lists the Top 5 things to explore at Epcot Food & Wine Behind the scenes at Epcot Food
Christner’s Prime Steak & Lobster’s Cutting Board Dinner Series: Watches & Whiskey dinner
October 3, 2013 | Posted in Dining out, Special Events | By Lisa Wilk
I was recently invited to Christner’s Prime Steak & Lobster’s Cutting Board Series: Watches & Whiskey dinner. The decadent evening showcased the wonderful food of Christner’s, the craft whiskey of Palm Ridge Reserve, the artisan watches of Orlando Watch Company
Cavallari Gourmet, Craft Beers While You Shop
October 2, 2013 | Posted in Around Town, Craft Beers | By Lisa Wilk
Cavallari Gourmet has been meeting the needs of foodies, grilling enthusiasts and craft beer fans on the East side of town since 2006. While they are located in Oviedo, I have plenty of friends that drive from all over the
The Sugar Suite -Storefront Soft Opening Fills Bakery Case With Cupcakes And Treats
October 1, 2013 | Posted in Around Town | By Lisa Wilk
The Sugar Suite has been a destination bakery for brides and event planners for the past several years. The cakes that come out of the petite bakery are breathtaking to behold, even better- they taste as good as they look.
Spiced Pumpkin (Faux) Ice Cream
September 30, 2013 | Posted in Cooking | By Lisa Wilk
I enjoyed a night with friends recently where the hostess whipped up several ice creams without an ice cream maker. I’ve tasted faux ice cream before, but this was the closest in taste and texture to ice cream out of
Perfect TGIF: The Inaugural Jake’s Beer Festival Brings Craft Beers To The Loews Royal Pacific Resort
September 29, 2013 | Posted in Craft Beers | By Lisa Wilk
Jake’s American Bar at the Loews Royal Pacific Resort is expanding their popular Jake’s Beer Dinner to a large scale craft beer festival. The Inaugural Jake’s Beer Festival will be held this Friday, October 4th from 5pm-9pm in the outdoor
Blue Bird Bake Shop Delights With Pumpkin
September 27, 2013 | Posted in Around Town | By Lisa Wilk
I’ve been taunted by the tweets and the beauty shots for a few days now….it was time for me to pop by Blue Bird Bake Shop and check out this years pumpkin offerings. I ordered a Medium Pumpkin Spice Latte
Top 5 Friday
September 26, 2013 | Posted in Around Town, Dining out | By Lisa Wilk
On my radar this week: Beers and Ears Epcot Foot and Wine Festival Survival Guide TastyChomps visits the new Downtown Barnie’s Coffee Kitchen at Cityarts Factory and a Barnie’s giveaway Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining- Luma On Park Foodbidden visits the
Sunday Bloody Sunday: Bloody Mary Bar At Marlow’s Tavern Brunch
September 25, 2013 | Posted in Brunch, Dining out | By Lisa Wilk
I’m a fan of Brunch. I’m not a breakfast person during the week, so eating breakfast foods during the lunch hour on the weekends is pretty swell. Add a mimosa or Bloody Mary and I’m in the zone. Marlow’s Tavern