Blog Entries Tagged: food
Found 6 blog entries tagged as food.

By Yasmene Warren

The flavors at this Mexican restaurant will drive you — as the name suggests — loco! Quesa Loco is bringing authentic Mexican tastes to Orlando, and we’re going to show you just what you’ve been missing! Let’s check it out.

All About Quesa Loco

Quesa Loco is a Mexican restaurant on West Fairbanks Avenue in Orlando. It has been serving up Mexican delights at affordable prices since its first opening in January 2022.

front of building with bright colored quesa loco sign

What initially began as a food truck started by love birds Daniel King and Silvia King has since blossomed into two locations, with the other being on East Semoran Boulevard in Apopka.

With street food being what this business knows best, you’ll find the finest Mexican flavors that Orlando has to offer just…

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By Roger Jimenez

It’s finally time to take part in the annual Magical Dining event that takes place all over Orlando. Last year, we wrote a beginner’s guide to Magical Dining, so if you're new to the area, this event will be a pleasant surprise for you! Organized by Visit Orlando, Magical Dining offers an exciting way to enjoy the best local food while also making a positive impact on the community by supporting a great cause.

What is it?

Marking its 18th year, Magical Dining is one of the best bargain events to occur in Orlando's culinary scene. Going on every day until October 1, 2023, participating restaurants transform their offerings into limited-time 3-course or 5-course menus, exclusively for this event. 

For the modest price of $40 or…

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By Roger Jimenez

Located within Orlando's exciting Mills50 district, Kaya is a Filipino casual fine dining destination, captivating the senses with a culture of flavors and stories. This restaurant transcends the ordinary, merging Filipino culinary techniques and ingredients with the freshest offerings from Orlando’s best.

stairs and entrance to Kaya

Kaya's Story

Rooted in the Filipino language, the name “Kaya” translates to "capable," embodying a spirit of resilience and determination. "Kaya natin," translating to "we can," signifies unity and shared strength.

Image by Kaya Orlando

Beyond crafting remarkable culinary creations, Kaya's essence also revolves around nurturing a sense of community, caring for their dedicated team, and crafting transformative…

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By Holley Long

The west coast has come to Orlando in the form of Lazy Dog! This laid back restaurant is a unique addition to Irlo Bronson Highway, an area that is continuing to see major revitalization. Follow along for more info about this new eatery - it just might become your new favorite dinner spot. 

Lazy Dog’s Story 

Inspired by small town vibes in the Rocky Mountains, Lazy Dog first opened its doors in California, but since then over 50 locations have opened across the country (with 25+ in CA alone!). According to the restaurant chain’s website, Lazy Dog was created to call to mind “unplanned adventures, an enduring love of food and fireside conversations.” 

front of lazy dog restaurant building with people cutting opening ribbon

Opening of the new Lazy Dog Kissimmee location

The Kissimmee location,…

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By Holley Long

It’s that time of year again: EPCOT’s International Food and Wine Festival is here for 2023! With menus featuring unique culinary delights, you can sample delicacies at food booths, or global marketplaces, throughout the park. 

The number of dishes and sips to try can be quite overwhelming, though, so we’ve pulled together five must-try items at the festival this year! 

Traditional Buffalo Wings (Brew-Wing Lab)

Located at the large Odyssey Pavilion near the start of the World Showcase is Brew-Wing Lab, a Muppet-themed marketplace with an assortment of interestingly flavored wings, drinks, and plant-based dishes (not sure what you’re in the mood for? The Muppets made a flow chart to help you figure it out).

cartoon-like map of food based experiments with geometric wall behind

Call me…

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By Marissa Potts

Magical Dining is beginning in just a couple of weeks, running from August 26 through October 2, 2022. If you are new to the area, you might not know exactly what this event entails. Run by Visit Orlando, Magical Dining allows the community to eat delicious food and support a good cause.

What to Expect

This year, Magical Dining is celebrating its 17th year, from the end of August to the beginning of October. The part that makes Magical Dining so unique is that each restaurant serves up a limited time menu just for this event. For $40 per person, plus tax and gratuity, each meal comes with an appetizer, an entree, and a dessert. Certain restaurants also serve additional courses.

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