dining
Culinary Travel Books: World of Difference
Three gorgeous recipe-filled books take armchair travelers on a tour of diverse cuisines.
Frontera Cocina: Mexican Magnificence
Rick Bayless’ enthusiasm for authentic cuisine has brought a delightful restaurant to Disney Springs.
Reel Fish: Reel Deal
A restaurant veteran takes an upscale fish camp vibe and runs with it.
Muddy Waters Orlando: Clear Choice
From po’ boys to blackened catfish, Muddy Waters excels at New Orleans cooking.
Pig Heaven at The Polite Pig
The Petrakis powerhouse trots out exemplary fare at The Polite Pig, sticking with local providers while continuing to reinvent their porcine empire.
Sky’s the Limit at Eleven at Reunion Resort
Eleven at Reunion Resort offers a window into prime steaks, with personable Chef Jake Brenchley at the helm of a creative kitchen.
Park Yourself Here: The Parkview, Winter Park
The Parkview is a “neighborhood joint” that excels with most menu ventures, especially at brunch.
Reborn, With Flying Colors: Flying Fish Café
Much has changed at Flying Fish. And the new cuisine created by Chef Tim Majoras is magnificent.
Quotable Chefs
Here are some interview leftovers rich in both wit and sincerity.
2017 Dining Awards Hall of Fame
Celebrating the achievements of five new inductees into our Dining Hall of Fame.
Respect the Brisket
Brisket dreams and other goodies.
Wine Finds
Here are some choices that are pleasing to the palate—and the pocketbook.
Life of a Critic
The Art of Bizarre Conversation—With Servers
Adventures in Quaffing
Beer here, there and everywhere as new breweries abound.
In Praise of Ramen
Prime places for a heavenly bowlful of noodles, broth and more.
Firmly Planted: Plant Street Market
Nearly two years old, Plant Street Market remains a foodie destination, with reliable mainstays and some tasty new entries for pizza and sushi lovers.
A Master’s Tale
Masaharu Morimoto reflects on family, culinary philosophy, and the restaurant realm that has him on a last-name basis with fans in Orlando and around the world.
Welcome to Savor Orlando
News, reviews and much more about the local dining scene.
Hidden Treasure at Strongwater Tavern
Strong Water Tavern pairs small-plate gems and rum concoctions for a memorable experience at Universal’s Sapphire Falls.
Culinary Kingdom
Chef Daven Wardynski works wonders at the Omni Amelia Island Plantation Resort as a keeper of fine cuisine, not to mention bees.
DoveCote Divine
From superb French cuisine to creative craft cocktails (and a heavenly happy hour), the restaurant earns its place as a downtown gem.
