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!
All Things Sweet Bakery – Treats With A Purpose
February 13, 2014 | Posted in Around Town, Sweet Treats | By Lisa Wilk
Cupcakes, cookies and pastries- hand decorated and delicious. Looking for an edible option for your sweetie this Valentine’s Day? Seeking spectacular favors for an upcoming event or hosting a shower? All Things Sweet has the treats for you. I had
The Fresh Market Winter Springs Celebrates Grand Opening
February 12, 2014 | Posted in Around Town, Special Events | By Lisa Wilk
The Fresh Market has opened its fourth Orlando store, located in the Red Willow Plaza shopping center at the intersection of Red Bug Lake Road and Tuskawilla Road. The new store boasts about 20,000 sq feet of gourmet groceries
Top 5 Friday
January 31, 2014 | Posted in Cooking, Links, Special Events | By Lisa Wilk
On my radar this week: Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress Celebrates 30 Years With Hemingway’s Grand Three-Course Dinner And La Coquina Encore Sunday Brunch THIS WEEKEND Primlani Kitchen Visits Christner’s Prime Steak And Seafood For National Meat Month Orlando Connections: Downtown
Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress 30th Anniversary Weekend Features Encore Of Famed La Coquina Brunch
January 29, 2014 | Posted in Brunch, Special Events | By Lisa Wilk
The Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress is pulling out all of the stops for it’s 30th anniversary celebration, including bringing back Orlando’s most beloved brunch at La Coquina on Sunday, February 2nd from 10:30 AM to 2:00PM. The beautiful space
Sleeping Moon Cafe Offers Artfully Fresh Food
January 17, 2014 | Posted in Dining out | By Lisa Wilk
Sleeping Moon Cafe is located in Winter Park on Aloma Avenue, a block East of the intersection with Semoran Blvd. The cafe and coffee shop offers a nice selection of coffee drinks, teas, baked goods, sandwiches, soups and a daily
Yuki Hana Japanese Fusion- Options For Sushi Lovers And Cooked Japanese Fusion Cuisine
January 13, 2014 | Posted in Dining out | By Lisa Wilk
Yuki Hana Japanese Fusion restaurant is located in the plaza with the Dunkin’ Donuts and Tijuana Flats at the intersection of Tuskawilla and Aloma, less than a mile West from the 417 and Aloma exchange. The restaurant offers a mix
New Orleans Cajun Seafood Opens In Winter Park
January 4, 2014 | Posted in Dining out | By Lisa Wilk
New Orleans Cajun Seafood has opened it’s second Orlando area location, on Aloma Ave in Winter Park near the intersection of Goldenrod Road. Known for it’s garlic crabs and seafood by the pound, the New Orleans Cajun Seafood Winter Park
“Fins Up!” To The Revamped Menu At Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville Orlando
December 20, 2013 | Posted in Dining out | By Lisa Wilk
I was recently invited to sample the refreshed menu at Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville Orlando located in City Walk at Universal Studios. It had been a few years since my last visit to this location, so it was nice to explore
Top 5 Friday with More Holiday Fun
December 13, 2013 | Posted in Cooking, Links, Special Events | By Lisa Wilk
On my radar this week: Eat Local Orlando gets Local, Organic Produce at the new Wild Hare Kitchen and Garden Emporium Scott Joesph Reports on Bloody Mary’s Before Noon in 2014! We All Gotta Eat Enjoys Tapas at Kesh’s Saturday
Salted Caramel Shortbread Bars and The Great Food Blogger Cookie Swap
December 11, 2013 | Posted in Cooking | By Lisa Wilk
For me, sweet memories of baking at the holidays goes all the way back to being a small child and “helping” my Grandmother in the kitchen. She was the host of the large family Christmas gatherings and went all out,