Support Breast Cancer Awareness Through These Products and Promotions

Strawberry Cupcake Chaos at Kings (©Kings)

As October comes to a close, there’s still time to pair your pumpkin-spice-everything with something pink before the month is over. Across Orlando, establishments are wrapping up Breast Cancer Awareness Month with their promotions, including specialty drinks, limited-edition menu items and merch to support local and national research and financial assistance organizations. Whether you prefer to wear, drink or eat your pink, here are a few spots where you can give back before the 31st. 

Bulla Gastrobar 

While you’re checking out the seasonal dishes and spiced cocktails at Spanish restaurant and tapas bar Bulla Gastrobar in Winter Park this month, take the opportunity to give back with their rosé sangría. 

For every purchase of the sangría—a combination of sparkling rosé, peach schnapps, triple sec, strawberry syrup and fresh berries—$1 will be donated to breast cancer research. Grab a glass for $13.50 or a pitcher for $52. 

Ford’s Garage 

For its sixth year in a row, Ford’s Garage has partnered with the Pink Fund to provide critical financial support for living expenses to breast cancer patients undergoing active treatment. Throughout October, guests can purchase limited-edition Pink Fund T-shirts at all Ford’s Garage locations, with 100% of proceeds directly supporting the organization to ensure patients can focus on healing rather than household bills. 

The partnership has raised over $50,000 since 2019, however, a 55 percent increase in requests for financial assistance has made the need for support greater than ever, according to Pink Fund CEO and co-founder Molly MacDonald in a recent release.

“The financial burden of breast cancer treatment can be devastating,” MacDonald said. “The generosity of Ford’s Garage ensures we can continue providing real relief to patients, so they can focus on recovery and their families during one of the most difficult times in their lives.” 

Hard Rock Cafe Orlando 

The Hard Rock Cafe’s Pinktober collab with Sports Illustrated Swimsuit is bringing some limited-edition pink merch to the Rock Shop this month, including “Stronger Together” and “Stay Strong, Stand Proud” pins, hoodies, hats, tees and totes. 

Patrons can also add a dollar or more to their check to receive and add a message to a ribbon for the Rail of Hope at the Cadillac Bar, with 100% of proceeds benefiting the Orlando Health Institute Breast Cancer Center. 

Kings Dining & Entertainment 

Kings—the I-Drive entertainment venue offering dining, bowling, billiards, arcades and sports viewing—is partnering with the Florida Breast Cancer Foundation for Breast Cancer Awareness Month through the Kings Cares initiative with the purchase of a pink sweet treat.

This sleek, retro space is whipping up the Strawberry Cupcake Chaos—a strawberry ice cream milkshake with strawberry sauce, topped with a vanilla cupcake, sprinkles and whipped cream for $16.95. For every milkshake sold, Kings says they will donate $2 to help fund  breast cancer research, education and support services. 

“This October, we’re raising awareness for breast cancer across all our Kings locations and contributing to a cause that touches so many lives,” Kings CEO Leo Fonseca said. “With our Strawberry Cupcake Chaos milkshake, we hope to make a positive impact in a fun and meaningful way.”

Summer House on the Lake 

The California-inspired eatery Summer House on the Lake at Disney Springs is joining the fight against breast cancer by donating to the Breast Cancer Foundation of Central Florida. 

Summer House Rosé (©Summer House on the Lake).

A portion of proceeds from every glass sold of their signature Summer House Rosé will benefit the organization, providing financial support for both fighters and their families through rent, mortgage, utility, insurance, vehicle and travel cost assistance.