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!
Night Swimming
September 15, 2013 | Posted in Home life, Pics | By Lisa Wilk
It seems to be a busy time of year for everyone I know. Living in Florida, our Indian Summer still feels like summer. Warm nights will linger through September and backyard pools are just warm enough. A jump in the
Winter Park Sip & Stroll
September 14, 2013 | Posted in Around Town, Wine Tasting | By Lisa Wilk
It’s been a year or so since I’ve Sipped my way around Park Avenue. The quarterly function is organized by the Winter Park Chamber of Commerce and the Park Avenue Merchants Association. The popular wine event is a nice way
Top 5 Friday
September 13, 2013 | Posted in Around Town, Uncategorized | By Lisa Wilk
On my radar this week: Apple Cheddar Gougères with Crispy Prosciutto from the Kitchen Confidante Droolius.com- Edible Orlando Magazine will host its Inaugural ‘Field to Feast Dinner’ on October 27, 2013 at Long & Scott Farms in Zellwood, FL. ABC
Raising the Bar: Farm, Food And Spirits In Orlando
September 12, 2013 | Posted in Around Town | By Lisa Wilk
The second Table Talk event was held at K Restaurant Tuesday, September 10th from 10:00am until noon. The interactive series presented by Rockaway PR features area industry professionals in panel form to discuss trending culinary topics, the theme of this
Happy Hour: After 4 @ Carmel Cafe & Wine Bar
September 11, 2013 | Posted in Happy Hours | By Lisa Wilk
Carmel Cafe & Wine bar presents a Mediterranean influenced menu with a casual and comfortable atmosphere to enjoy drinks or a meal with friends. Depending on the day of the week, there is something interesting going on. Luckily, we have
ABC Brings Growlers To Central Florida
September 10, 2013 | Posted in Around Town, Craft Beers | By Lisa Wilk
The ABC Fine Wine & Spirits at 980 Rinehart Road in Lake Mary has a treat for craft beer fans- a newly opened growler station. The 32oz glass containers can be filled with one of twelve tapped beers. On my
Stefano’s Trattoria- Orlando’s “Best of the Best” Italian
September 9, 2013 | Posted in Cooking, Dining out | By Lisa Wilk
I was so happy to see that Stefano’s won the Best of the Best- Italian Restaurant from The Orlando Sentinel. It’s been awhile since I’ve written about Stefano’s Trattoria, though my family dines there regularly. We order pans of their
Craft Beer Day Trip To Clearwater Area
September 8, 2013 | Posted in Craft Beers | By Lisa Wilk
Less than a two hour drive away, the Clearwater area is a craft beer travel destination. Our group hit Rapp Brewing Company, Barley Mow Brewing Company, Dunedin Brewery and 7venth Sun Brewery. We enjoyed great beers with great people and
Takeyama Sushi
September 7, 2013 | Posted in Around Town, Dining out | By Lisa Wilk
Enjoyed a quick lunch at Takeyama Sushi in Oviedo, located off Lockwood Blvd and in the middle of everything. Service was friendly, food was tasty. Their menu offers a nice variety of sushi rolls, cooked entrees and sashimi. Lunch specials
Top 5 Friday
September 6, 2013 | Posted in Around Town, Uncategorized | By Lisa Wilk
On my radar this week: Magical Dining Month: The Little Kitchen previews Napa at The Peabody Pulse of Central Florida: Things are coming along at East End Market! It’s September! Bring on the Pumpkin Beers! Mac and Cheese gets a