May/June 2024

Amore

Chef Barbara Alfano and Raul Lecuona on finding love and family in the passionate pursuit of food.

Dish and Tell

Readers dish about the local meals they crave most.

We Do Talk About Bruno

Bruno Fonseca’s recipe for success: Make it delicious. Make it beautiful. Share it with people.

Second Helping

Second Harvest Food Bank empowers, sustains, and nourishes lives through compassionate distribution and community engagement initiatives.

For Starters

Caleb Tapia-Jensen

Healing an aching heart through culinary therapy.

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The Play Boys

Five West Orange High School students with a passion for jazz.

Local History

Cookbooks

Mama’s hand me down recipes make delicious reading.

Market Watch

Must Haves

Market vendors spotlight their favorite wares.

Charity Spotlight

Closer to the Heart

The French Family Foundation making a difference for families with disabilities one child at a time.

What’s New

News, Vocal Locals & more!

We turn the spotlight on our neighbors, bringing out the laughter, stories, and unique charm that make our town truly special!

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The Accidental Farmer

For Banks Helfrich, sustainability isn’t a buzzword; it’s a personal calling.

Flour Power

Alysha Jackson sprinkles her sourdough magic across Minneola.

Seeing Stars

Groveland is leading the way in efforts to turn down light pollution and embrace the night.

Busting Stereotypes

At the Greater Clermont Cancer Foundation, raising awareness also comes with a little extra underwire humor.

Rhetoric

Oh, Well!

He Med, She Med

One local couple discovers ‘healthy’ is a matter of perspective.

Oh, Well!

The Doctor’s Opinion

A respected surgeon explains how men and women can support each other’s health journey.

Tails

Joey, the Cat

Meet Joey, the Cat.

Rhetoric

The Cost of Co

A grocery store hater talks shop about Clermont’s newest institution.

To Dine For

On Pointe

The Pointe Orlando is your passport to a wide world of taste. Take your taste buds on a trip.

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Perfect Pair

Two restaurants are better than one at JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek.

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Curry Up

Cilantro brings a fresh take on authentic Indian food.

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Food, Fun & Fussball

Winter Garden’s authentic German Delicatessen is wunderbar!

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Whisked Away

The Whiskey is the place for food and music.

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Swan Dines

The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin features six signature dining experiences to suit everyone’s appetite.

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Crabcakes & More

A Plate Above serving up the best box lunches, buffet and yes, the best crab cakes.

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A Steak Lover’s Brunch

The traditional Weekend Brunch just got a culinary upgrade!

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Spice of Life

The Spice and Tea Exchange delivers a blend of exotic flavors from across the globe to locals with a taste for adventure.

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Culinary Spheres

Hemisphere offers discriminating foodies a dining experience sure to satisfy.

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Grande Escape

Two hospitality heavyweights, The Ritz-Carlton and JW Marriott, make Grande Lakes a foodie destination for local nights out and staycations.

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Feel Good Food

Mouthfeel’s nouveau style of catering is elevating local events.

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Shell Shock

The local taco scene in is more vibrant than ever thanks to a new crop of street stars and a collection of dedicated classics.

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From Pit to Party

Avocado brings a tropical twist to a classic cocktail.

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