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
November 1, 2013 | Posted in Links | By Lisa Wilk
On my radar this week: Mouse on The Mind finishes sampling through Epcot Food & Wine Orlando Connections is at the Grand Reopening of Krispy Kreme Millenia Koko Cooks welcomes fall with Potato Leek Waffle With Braised Beef, and an
Wine Room On Park Hosts 5th Annual Winefest November 10, 2013
October 31, 2013 | Posted in Wine Tasting | By Lisa Wilk
The Wine Room on Park Avenue’s presents: The Wine Room’s 5th Annual Winefest Sunday, November 10, 2013 from 2-5pm $75 Per Person, Tickets may be purchased at www.thewineroomonline.com The Wine Room on Park Avenue will be hosting a wine tasting
Healthy Greek Living Challenge- Autumn Squash Soup With HGE Greek Yogurt [Recipes]
October 30, 2013 | Posted in Cooking | By Lisa Wilk
I had fun developing my recipe for Healthy Greek Eats final challenge this week, because I am a pumpkin junkie and had created the perfect Pumpkin Smoothie. I popped onto the HGE Facebook page yesterday and there was Hugs ‘n
Craft Beer And Bacon Showcased At The Beer and Bacon Festival Saturday November 2, 2013
October 28, 2013 | Posted in Craft Beers, Special Events | By Lisa Wilk
Fans of Craft Beers and Bacon will be heading to Crane’s Roost Park this Saturday, November 2nd for the Beer and Bacon Festival. Featuring over 30 craft beers along with food from 4 Rivers Smokehouse, Miller’s Ale House Altamonte Springs,
Top 5 Friday
October 25, 2013 | Posted in Links | By Lisa Wilk
On my radar this week: Tasty Chomps Recaps The Food And Wine Classic Beer and Bacon Festival Coming November 2, 2013 To Cranes Roost Park Exploring Orlando’s Tips for Halloween Fun at Disney On A Budget Recap: Harbor Nights La
Healthy Greek Living- Tzatziki and Grilled Chicken Pita Pockets
October 23, 2013 | Posted in Cooking | By Lisa Wilk
I was asked to participate in Healthy Greek Eats Healthy Greek Living recipe challenge along with other area bloggers. The first challenge we were asked to use the Healthy Greek Eats original flavor hummus- check out my recipes for Layered
Event Recap: Harbor Nights La Dolce Vita on 10/18/2013
October 22, 2013 | Posted in Special Events, Wine Tasting | By Lisa Wilk
Wine and food lovers flocked to Harbor Nights La Dolce Vita on Friday, October 18th located in the waterfront piazza of the Loews Portofino Bay Hotel and resort. The resort just underwent renovations and provided a beautiful backdrop to the
Sankalp Offers Indian Cuisine With Spicy Flare
October 21, 2013 | Posted in Dining out | By Lisa Wilk
Sankalp Orlando is located the corner of South Orange Blossom Trail and Sandlake Road in the plaza where the Michael’s and Ulta are located. The large space has a contemporary feel from the warehouse style ceilings to the industrial light
Brunch: Prato
October 20, 2013 | Posted in Brunch | By Lisa Wilk
My last few visits to Prato have been for brunch. The substantial weekday lunch menu is expanded on the weekends to offer Colazione, which is Italian for breakfast. The most recent addition to the breakfast options is the Rosemary-Brown Butter
Event Recap: Cupcakes, Cateyes and Cocktails with Emily Ellyn on 10/18/2013
October 19, 2013 | Posted in Special Events | By Lisa Wilk
The Winter Park Fashion Week is almost upon us and to get things rolling SEE Eyewear, Gigi’s Cupcakes and Emily Ellen along with delicious cocktails made by Michael Joshua Ring, Master of Whiskey and Brand Champion for the Brown-Forman family