Vegan Butterbeer at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter

Guests can now enjoy a vegan version of the fan-favorite Butterbeer beverage in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Orlando Resort. Available in cold and frozen, the new non-dairy offering features the same delicious taste as the existing, wildly-popular Butterbeer drink – complete with flavors reminiscent of butterscotch and shortbread and topped with […]

Universal Mardi Gras 2023: Menu Highlights

Universal Mardi Gras 2023 is a global celebration with food offerings representing 17 different countries across 70 unique menu items. With so much to choose from, let’s look at a roundup of some of the top bites you can enjoy at Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval! Universal Mardi Gras 2023: Top Bites Mofongo Trio Flight  […]

Mardi Gras Dining at Universal Orlando Hotels

Universal Orlando Resort’s spectacular hotels couldn’t be left out of the 2022 Mardi Gras fun! Whether you’re staying as a guest or just stopping in for a delicious meal, you’ll find a variety of specially-themed menu items themed to Mardi Gras. 2022 Mardi Gras Dining at Universal Orlando Hotels Loews Portofino Bay Hotel Trattoria del […]

Magical Dining Returns with More Offerings

UPDATE: Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining has been extended until October 17th! Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining is back to showcase some of Orlando’s best cuisine while supporting local restaurants and charities from August 27 to October 3. During this year’s Foodie dream, more than 80 of Orlando’s fine dining restaurants will offer a $37 three-course, prix-fixe […]

Know Before You Go: Finnegan’s Bar & Grill

Finnegan’s Bar & Grill is my favorite spot to eat at the Universal Orlando Resort that you HAVE to check out! Located just steps off of the New York Streets of Universal Studios Florida, this bar & full-service restaurant features a menu of Irish dishes that you can pair with specialty cocktails & pints.  Some […]

On the Go in the Parks: May 15-17, 2020

IT IS GOOD TO BE BACK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! It has been far too long since we have been On the Go in the Parks!!! Don’t forget to tune into News 96.5 WDBO this evening to hear me talk about these events and more on Orlando’s Evening News with Tony Marino!!! Are you ready? Let’s Go!!! On the […]

RECIPE: Confetti Milkshake from Toothsome Chocolate Emporium & Savory Feast Kitchen

Whose taste buds are ready for a party right about now? I know mine are and what better way to treat yourself than with a milkshake from Toothsome Chocolate Emporium & Savory Feast Kitchen. Penelope and Jacques have opened up their recipe vault and shared one of their most popular creations, the Confetti Milkshake. It’s easy […]

Mardi Gras 2020: Food Guide

It wouldn’t be Mardi Gras at the Universal Orlando Resort without food, and this year they’re celebrating the 25th anniversary of the biggest party with new and returning Cajun-style cuisine. From fan-favorite classics like Gumbo and Jambalaya to delectable new dishes inspired by carnivals worldwide – there are so many unique flavors to explore.  Let’s […]

Confisco Grille Announces New Menu

Universal’s Islands of Adventure has some of my favorite theme park food in all of Orlando, and now the Confisco Grille, located at the far end of the Port of Entry, has announced that they have a new menu with dishes inspired by global flavors. The park has a new Executive Chef, Jason Glus, and […]

Bigfire Restaurant Opening at Universal CityWalk

All-new restaurant to put modern twist on open-fire cooking, adding bold flavors to American classic dishes ORLANDO, Fla.  This summer, Universal Orlando Resort will debut its next original concept dining experience – Bigfire – an all-new, full-service restaurant that will bring a specially created menu and a highly-themed environment directly to guests at Universal CityWalk […]