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MAVI Bringing Two New Dining Concepts to The Sanctuary Downtown

Two neighboring restaurants in Downtown Orlando’s South Eola District have closed, with two new concepts preparing to take their places. Neveyah Sushi & Thai and Eola Lounge, located at The Sanctuary (100 S. Eola Drive), have both closed, and construction is underway on their replacements. The former Neveyah space...

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Kissimmee could soon offer faster regional flights across Florida, with electric aviation on the horizon

KISSIMMEE, Fla. — Kissimmee could soon become a gateway to faster, more convenient regional air travel across Florida, with plans underway for a new passenger service that could connect Osceola County to several major destinations beginning in 2027. Kissimmee Gateway Airport took center stage Monday, November 9, as aviation...

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Rock, Amor & Pizza Plans New Location in Ocoee

Rock, Amor & Pizza is planning a new restaurant at 9401 West Colonial Drive, Ocoee, FL 34761. According to records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation, an application for the restaurant was filed on November 6, 2026. The project is currently listed as in process under the agency’s plan review and initial review category.

Ocoee, FL · 2d

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Some fall color: It’s the Vermilion Flycatcher

So this is third fall in a row that I have been able to photograph a male Vermilion Flycatcher here in Central Florida. I photographed one for the first time back in 2024, when it was at the Orlando Wetlands. It was considered a rare bird then, but it came back again the next year and is reported there again (though, I haven’t see it yet). It wasn’t until this past spring that I photographed a female Vermilion Flycatcher, which was also at the wetlands.

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Earthy Picks Reopens in Downtown Following Temporary Closure

Earthy Picks Vegan Cafe is back open in South Eola after temporarily closing its doors in September. The popular Latin-inspired vegan restaurant at 420 E. Church Street announced its closure on September 23, citing an “unexpected internal business matter” that required the business to close until further notice.

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Beignets & Brew Coming to Winter Park

Beignets & Brew, a coffee shop specializing in New Orleans-style beignets, specialty coffee, and other beverages, is preparing to open a new location in Winter Park at 501 North Orlando Avenue, Unit 2. The upcoming shop was listed in records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation to...

Winter Park, FL · 2d

Orlando Weekly

Percussionist Lesley Mok ventures into the great unknowns: electronic sounds and Florida concerts

Lesley Mok, a jazz-rooted percussionist already acclaimed for pushing the form forward, will not only be stepping out of their comfort zone geographically but creatively, leaving the drumkit to play a solo show of new music. The post Percussionist Lesley Mok ventures into the great unknowns: electronic sounds and Florida concerts appeared first on Orlando Weekly .

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This Swanky Florida Italian Restaurant Hides a Speakeasy in an Underground Tunnel

A full Italian restaurant sits below street level in Florida, and getting there feels like finding a secret passage. The whole space is themed as an old Prohibition-era tunnel, complete with aged-looking walls and low, moody light. Above it, a polished sister restaurant handles the fancy dining room crowd. Down...

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Downtown Orlando Lands Turkish Bar Mavi, Liquor License Fresh for December Debut

A new Turkish and Aegean restaurant and bar is preparing to open its doors at 100 S. Eola Drive in downtown Orlando, with a planned opening date set for December 2026. Mavi Turkish Aegean Kitchen and Bar has already cleared one of the key hurdles standing between a build-out and a grand opening: a full liquor license.

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Cracker Barrel Is Honoring Veterans With a Special Makeover of Its Famous Rocking Chairs—and Every Design Tells a Real Story

The restaurant chain is transforming its iconic rocking chairs into heartfelt tributes to military veterans, and fans will have a chance to win one.

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Orlando Weekly

Raise a glass and celebrate at Orlando Beer Festival this weekend

The 11th annual Orlando Beer Festival brings together local breweries, spirits purveyors, food vendors and plenty of entertainment for a celebration of Central Florida’s beer (and food) scene. The post Raise a glass and celebrate at Orlando Beer Festival this weekend appeared first on Orlando Weekly .

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Popular K-pop group coming to Orlando; here’s when tickets go on sale

K-pop group Stray Kids is set to perform in Orlando on June 14, 2027, as part of their upcoming global stadium tour.

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Orlando barbershop gives back with free haircuts on Veterans Day

An Orlando barbershop is finding a meaningful way to honor our nation’s heroes this Veterans Day. Jeff’s Gentleman’s Barbershop is opening its doors to provide complimentary haircuts for local veterans and active-duty service members. The 407’s Lauren Margolis takes us inside the shop to see how the team is giving back to those who served.

Orlando, FL · 3d

Orlando Weekly

New Orlando restaurants: Ravah Culinary Emporium, Chaska, Kura’s Revolving Sushi and 7 more

UniMart, the Japanese convenience store nestled among the mini new restaurants of Mills Market, will open a second, much larger, location in the space next to Light on the Sugar at 501 N. Orlando Ave. in Winter Park. The Japanese convenience store will offer a broader range of foodstuffs and curios than the original, including […] The post New Orlando restaurants: Ravah Culinary Emporium, Chaska, Kura’s Revolving Sushi and 7 more appeared first on Orlando Weekly .

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The 407 tries an Argentinian-style slice: Inside Obsession Pizza

Since opening its doors in Orlando this past June, Obsession Pizza has brought a distinct Argentinian twist to The 407’s food scene. The pizzeria's signature dish is the Fugazzeta—a massive, cheese-stuffed double-crust pie topped with sweet onions that weighs in at a staggering five to six pounds. Beyond serving up hearty comfort food, the restaurant also invests in the community with its free 12-week Obsession Business School. The 407’s Lauren Margolis went behind the counter to see how these hefty pies are built and to taste a slice firsthand.

Orlando, FL · 9d

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Meet Chuey, a Sweet and Loving Spunky Senior Labradoodle, Ready for a Forever Home

Florida pet parents and fellow dog lovers, a local rescue, Polka Dogz Pet Rescue, would like you to meet Chuey, a sweet and loving senior Labradoodle, who still has plenty of spunk at age 10, and you can apply to adopt him today. "Chuey may be your perfect match!"

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Florida Residents Could Win $2,500 Watching Christmas Movies: Apply by Dec. 6

Orlando-area holiday movie fans have until Dec. 6 to apply for the nationwide Chief of Cheer contest.

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People with disabilities receive service dogs at graduation in Orange County

A recent graduation ceremony provided seventeen specially trained service dogs to individuals living with disabilities.

Orange County, FL · 4d

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Fun Spot teases new roller coaster, now RMC shipment spotted in Orlando

Something mysterious has arrived at Fun Spot America Orlando. On Nov. 9, 2026, the amusement park shared video of a truck carrying large crates bearing the Rocky Mountain Construction (RMC) logo, just weeks after Fun Spot’s CEO teased the possibility of another roller coaster coming to Central Florida. The...