What compelled Muhammad Musri, the leader of Central Florida’s Muslim community, to approach a radical preacher threatening
to burn 200 Qurans? Religious convictions.
Our dining critic selects his favorites for 2010 in 25 categories that range from Indian to Italian, barbecue to burgers, seafood to sandwiches to schnitzel. (And wait till you see
his pick for pizza!)
This season’s hot look is city-girl-meets-gypsy. Those fashion themes may seem to clash, but they somehow come together to produce a harmonious effect.
You Got a Problem With That? The GOP and its bloc of supporters do, setting up a fight over the progressive Democrat’s re-election bid. But the congressman from Florida’s
8th District thinks he just may be the ‘lunatic’ voters are looking for.
The favorites of our readers in 85 categories, ranging from best restaurant for atmosphere to best bicycle store to
best nail salon. As we do every year, we awarded the
“Best of” designation based on total votes in each category. New to the list this year are short features on some of the winners, so you’ll know, for example, just who the heck
Eric Eisnaugle is and how IKEA got its name.
Community involvement and business connections give Bill Segal an advantage in the race for Orange County mayor. But the ‘insider’ label is fodder for his foes.
His legs shredded by a boat propeller, Nate Winters nearly died on Lake Maitland in 2008. After losing his left leg and undergoing numerous surgeries to save his right foot, the teenager still held out hope of playing baseball again. This spring, Nate made his comeback as a pitcher for Winter Park High.
Orlando magazine honors two chef-owners, a waiter and an oyster bar as Dining Hall of Fame inductees. The Dining Hall of Fame recognizes individuals and establishments with lasting ties to the local dining scene.
Teresa Jacobs’ frequent battles against the status quo as an Orange County commissioner proved she could fight. Now a candidate for county mayor, Jacobs is determined to show she can lead too. By Sean Holton
Tiger Woods may not be the same when—or if—he returns to competition. He may be even better, says a local sports psychologist. But it wouldn’t be out of character for a defiant Woods to play on his own terms.
