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 with Holiday Fun
December 6, 2013 | Posted in Craft Beers, Links, Special Events | By Lisa Wilk
On my radar this week: Eat Local Orlando details Cigar City Beer Pairing dinner at B&B Junction on Tues, Dec 10th Tasty Chomps reviews Eddie V’s Exploring Orlando visits the Winter Garden Farmers Market Pulse of Central Florida wants to
John Rivers Cooks Up Southern Favorites At Williams Sonoma on December 14, 2013
December 4, 2013 | Posted in Special Events | By Lisa Wilk
On Saturday, December 14, 2013 from 12-2PM John Rivers of 4 Rivers Smokehouse will be hosting a book signing and a complimentary interactive cooking demonstration for his new cookbook, The Southern Cowboy, at the Williams-Sonoma on Park Avenue in Winter
Gigi’s Cupcakes Orlando Introduces Holiday Cupcakes & A Gigi’s Cupcake GIVEAWAY!
November 25, 2013 | Posted in Around Town, Special Offers | By Lisa Wilk
Most area cupcake lovers have visited the Gigi’s Cupcakes located in the Colonialtown Marketplace off Colonial Drive. The shop opened in April of 2013 and has been serving and satifying Orlando’s sweet tooth with their large repertoire of cupcakes. The
GOLDEN CORRAL HOSTS 21ST ANNUAL “HELPINGS FROM THE HEART” THANKSGIVING FEAST ON 11/28/2013
November 25, 2013 | Posted in Around Town, Volunteer Opportunity | By Lisa Wilk
GOLDEN CORRAL HOSTS 21ST ANNUAL “HELPINGS FROM THE HEART” THANKSGIVING FEAST More Than 25,000 Meals Anticipated To Be Served At the Salvation Army Serving the Orlando community for more than 20 years, Golden Corral announces its 21st annual “Helpings from
New things coming on Taste Cook Sip
November 13, 2013 | Posted in Uncategorized | By Lisa Wilk
In just a few short months this blog has gone from a dabble, to a full time project! We are expanding and currently migrating over to a fully self-hosted site. (blah, blah, blah…techie stuff!) Get ready for some fun things
Top 5 Friday- Foodie Edition With Bonus Weekend Events!
November 8, 2013 | Posted in Links | By Lisa Wilk
On my radar this week: Tasty Chomps at the Sunday Supper at K Restaurant – for Edible Schoolyard and Give Back Garden Exploring Orlando dines at Cask & Larder Eat Local Orlando’s visit to the new East End Market Foodbidden
Central Florida Restaurants and Retailers Honor Veterans With Appreciation Discounts
November 7, 2013 | Posted in Special Offers | By Lisa Wilk
Veteran’s Day is Monday, November 11, 2013 and businesses across Central Florida and the nation are taking a moment to say thanks. Please check the dates and details listed with each offer, some offers are valid for more than one
Florida Shines At Hemingway’s And The Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress
November 6, 2013 | Posted in Dining out, Wine Tasting | By Lisa Wilk
I recently had an opportunity to dine at Hemingway’s at the Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress during a private Yelp.com event. What a night! The Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress was a property I was not familiar with, so this event allowed
Italio Hosts REIGNING CHAMPION Orlando City Soccer Lions Players Jamie Watson and Dennis Chin November 9th
November 5, 2013 | Posted in Around Town | By Lisa Wilk
On Saturday, November 9, from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., Orlando Fan-favorite Lions players Jamie Watson and Dennis Chin from the reigning champion team, Orlando City Soccer Club, will make an appearance for a meet-and-greet and signing at Italio in
John Rivers Southern Cowboy Cookbook Signings With 4 Rivers Smokehouse’s Mail-order Smoked Thanksgiving Turkey
November 4, 2013 | Posted in Cooking | By Lisa Wilk
The Southern Cowboy, the first cookbook written and curated by Chef-Owner John Rivers of 4 Rivers Smokehouse hit shelves on November 1. Featuring more than 80 recipes accompanied by personalized anecdotes, the 217 page cookbook reveals the story of a corporate