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!
Top 5 Friday
August 16, 2013 | Posted in Around Town, Uncategorized | By Lisa Wilk
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 &
Last Call For Shipyard Brew Pub In Winter Park
August 16, 2013 | Posted in Around Town, Uncategorized | By Lisa Wilk
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
Cooking Up A Storm Of Italian Favorites Part 1- Recipes
August 15, 2013 | Posted in Cooking | By Lisa Wilk
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
Mi Casa Tequila Tequeria
August 14, 2013 | Posted in Dining out | By Lisa Wilk
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
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 Lisa Wilk
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
Nagoya Sushi Winter Springs (Near Winter Park)
August 12, 2013 | Posted in Dining out | By Lisa Wilk
Orlando is the home to many great sushi restaurants and we are lucky to have some wonderful sushi within a few miles of our home. We regularly enjoy Sushi Pop (Oviedo), Yuki Hana (Oviedo/Winter Park), Seito Sushi Baldwin Park and
Cooking Up A Storm Of Italian Favorites Part 1
August 11, 2013 | Posted in Cooking | By Lisa Wilk
I tend to be a ‘throw it in the pan’ type of cook since I’m comfortable in the kitchen. I watched Julia Child on TV as a wee child, I then started reading and collecting cookbooks early in life. I
Self Professed Product Junkie Chats All Things Birchbox
August 10, 2013 | Posted in Home life | By Lisa Wilk
I am a product junkie- be it beauty, kitchen, home, cleaning, pet, garden…you get the point. I’ve been a member at www.birchbox.com for 2 years and still enjoy getting my monthly box of goodies. Here’s how it works: you subscribe
Lunch At The Ravenous Pig 8.8.2013
August 8, 2013 | Posted in Dining out | By Lisa Wilk
I enjoyed lunch today with a friend at The Ravenous Pig located in Winter Park. I always enjoy the rotating menu and find many regular favorites of mine seem to be on the more casual lunch menu. Now that beer
Basil, Basil, Basil!
August 7, 2013 | Posted in Cooking | By Lisa Wilk
I enjoy growing herbs in the yard for cooking, it’s pretty rewarding to pop outside for a few minutes and return with a handful of something that you’d pay decent money for at the grocery store. Here in Florida, we