Reviews
Test Kitchen
At this culinary school’s student-run restaurant, the chefs of tomorrow get a passing grade.
‘The Light’ Shines at Hilton Resort
La Luce’s tasty and quirky Italian dishes put a new luxury hotel on the dining map.
The Best Sandwiches in Orlando
From Maine to Mexico, the Windy City to the Texas Badlands, one thing we all have in common is the sandwich. Fanatical fans of food stuffed into bread can spend hours debating the merits of Reuben over Cuban and sub vs. club. And I can hear the grumbling from the burgermeisters and frankfanatics in the audience—sorry, as far as I’m concerned they ain’t sandwiches. Having spent weeks sampling sandwiches from the sublime to the truly inedible, I can recommend the following six as the best of what Orlando has to offer.
The Rice Stuff
Mi Tomatina’s paella contradicts Americans’ notions about rice stuck to the bottom of the pot.
Covered Dishes
At Stone’s Throw Bistro, chef Rich Lendino tops off his fare with flavorful sauces.
No Subtitle Needed at Disney’s Sanaa
The cuisine—African or Indian, or a bit of both—at the new restaurant in the Animal Kingdom Lodge speaks a universal language.
Continental Divide
The Oriental offerings easily outmatch the Ottoman ones at Chi in Baldwin Park.
A Paradise Found at Pleasure Island
The new Paradiso 37 isn't quite as billed, but the quality of the food makes up for that.
Two Worlds, 20 Steps Apart
The differences between neighbors Bull & Bush Pub and The Social Chameleon work in your favor.
7 Best New Restaurants
Since the beginning of 2008 we’ve seen many a restaurant door open, with a select few making a real impression on the local dining scene. Here are the best new eateries listed by their individual types of dining: American, Asian, Cuban, Italian, prix fixe, health-conscious and eclectic.
