Kristen - The Date Night Diva's Profile

I’m so thrilled to announce that Great Dates Orlando has officially become the Orlando Date Night Guide. A new look, a new logo and a new layout have ushered in a new era and while many things have changed, one... Continue reading

Posted May 1, 2014 at Great Dates Orlando

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Date Night for a Cause: Dining in the Dark, May 8

There's nothing wrong with having a fabulous date night and giving back to the community at the same time. On Thursday, May 8, Lighthouse Central Florida and Second Harvest Food Bank will present DINING IN THE DARK, a sensory-driven dining... Continue reading

Posted Apr 29, 2014 at Great Dates Orlando

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Scott Joseph’s Pop Up Dinner and Supper Club

Two upcoming foodie events, both organized by local restaurant critic Scott Joseph, are worthy of your consideration. Here are the details… Sous Chefs, Road Food & Rioja! This Pop-Up event will put the spotlight on up-and-coming sous chefs from some... Continue reading

Posted Apr 28, 2014 at Great Dates Orlando

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Top 10 Date Night Picks for This Weekend in Orlando

Nautique Wake Games April 24 - 27 Orlando Watersports Complex $7 online in advance 100 for $100 April 25-27 Gallery on First, Sanford Free Hairspray the Musical April 25- May 25 Garden Theatre, Winter Garden $12-$29 Great American Pie Festival... Continue reading

Posted Apr 24, 2014 at Great Dates Orlando

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Picks from Orlando Magazine’s Annual Dining Awards

Readers of Orlando Magazine cast their vote in 61 different foodie categories, including Most Romantic, Best View and Best Kept Secret, during this year’s Annual Dining Awards. Check out a few of the winners below and be sure to keep... Continue reading

Posted Apr 23, 2014 at Great Dates Orlando

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Beer School at World of Beers, May 3

Love beer and want to learn more about it? Consider heading to BEER SCHOOL, a hands-on class held on Saturday, May 3 at World of Beer - Altamonte Springs (155 Cranes Roost Blvd.) Beginning at 3pm, students will get a... Continue reading

Posted Apr 23, 2014 at Great Dates Orlando

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MOVIEOLA at Lake Eola Park

Starting this month, the City of Orlando will host a free outdoor movie series in Lake Eola Park in Downtown Orlando on the last Friday of every month through August. While films are designed to be "family friendly," these alfresco... Continue reading

Posted Apr 22, 2014 at Great Dates Orlando

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Winestock is this Friday, April 25

Winestock returns this Friday, April 25th to Uptown Altamonte when attendees will sip and munch their way through over 60 wine, craft beers, and fabulous food tastings, plus enjoy the night's entertainment held on two stages inside Cranes Roost Park.... Continue reading

Posted Apr 21, 2014 at Great Dates Orlando

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Top 10 Date Night Picks for This Weekend in Orlando

Jersey Boys April 17 - 27 Bob Carr Performing Arts Centre From $50 2014 Spring Swap and Shop Friday, April 18, 6 p.m. Rollins College $5 for students, $10 everyone else The Lunchbox Enzian Theater Through April 24 Tickets from... Continue reading

Posted Apr 17, 2014 at Great Dates Orlando

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$30 Date Night: Best Mini Putt Spots

Researchers seem to agree that the couple that plays together stays together. It’s true that laughing and letting loose a little seems to revive the playful parts of our relationship. So, next time you’re planning your couple time, consider a... Continue reading

Posted Apr 17, 2014 at Great Dates Orlando

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Wine, Chocolate, and Cheese Pairing Class

It's the ultimate trifecta of indulgence... wine, chocolate, and cheese! This fabulous pairing class will take place at East End Market on Thursday, May 1st from 7-9pm. Each attendee will enjoy 5 Quantum Leap wines expertly paired with 4 chocolate... Continue reading

Posted Apr 16, 2014 at Great Dates Orlando

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The COOP: Photos from the Sneak Peek Preview

The countdown is on for the grand opening of The COOP, the new southern cooking concept by 4 Rivers Smokehouse restaurateur John Rivers. The doors will officially open Thursday, April 17 and just like at 4 Rivers you can expect... Continue reading

Posted Apr 15, 2014 at Great Dates Orlando

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Taste of Winter Park... this Wednesday, April 16

The ultimate foodie festival is back again with more than 40 of Central Florida's top chefs, bakers, caterers and confectioners. Held at the Winter Park Farmers' Market, the 29th Annual Taste of Winter Park features an all-inclusive ticket, which means... Continue reading

Posted Apr 14, 2014 at Great Dates Orlando

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Top 10 Date Night Picks for This Weekend in Orlando

"Wine Down" Friday Every 2nd Friday, 7pm - 10pm Quantum Leap Winery Wine tastings, a selection of house wines for sale, live music and food trucks. Florida Film Festival Through April 13 Enzian Theater & Regal Cinemas Winter Park Village... Continue reading

Posted Apr 10, 2014 at Great Dates Orlando

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Old Hickory at Gaylord Palms... Not Your Typical Steakhouse

There are several elements that contribute to making a good steakhouse worthy of praise. Fine cuts of meat, of course. Salads beyond the wedge are a necessary touch, as are dessert menus with more than just a mile-high carrot cake... Continue reading

Posted Apr 9, 2014 at Great Dates Orlando

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Dessert-Only Date Nights

Life is uncertain. Eat dessert first. ~Ernestine Ulmer Why must we always wait until the end of a meal to dive into dessert? Take a departure from our culinary customs, even just for one night, and head straight for the... Continue reading

Posted Apr 8, 2014 at Great Dates Orlando

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Date Night for a Cause: Reading Between the Wines, April 16

The wine will be flowing and the aromas from fabulous food will be wafting through this year’s Reading Between the Wines, Wednesday, April 16 from 6-9:30pm. Held at the Orlando Science Center, this annual fundraiser for the Adult Literacy League... Continue reading

Posted Apr 7, 2014 at Great Dates Orlando

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Top 10 Date Night Picks for This Weekend in Orlando

Florida Film Festival April 4-13 Enzian Theater & Regal Cinemas Winter Park Village From $11 per film Baldwin Park First Friday Festival & Art Stroll Every 1st Friday of the month : 5:30 p.m. - 10 p.m. Baldwin Park New... Continue reading

Posted Apr 3, 2014 at Great Dates Orlando

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Sanford Limo Cycle Tour: A Pedal Powered Party

By Eddie Selover I didn’t know what to expect on the Sanford Limo Cycle Tour, except I knew it was some sort of pub crawl. My friend Dennis Cobb set it up, and Dennis is a man of discernment, great... Continue reading

Posted Apr 2, 2014 at Great Dates Orlando

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New Tuesday Night Trivia Spot

Earth Trivia just announced it’s added Cafe Red on Church Street as yet another great venue for playing live trivia in the Orlando area. The location, which is a new concept by the Graffiti Junktion folks, features a full menu... Continue reading

Posted Apr 1, 2014 at Great Dates Orlando

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Win 2 Tickets to Brews Around the Zoo, this Saturday!

The 7th annual Brews Around the Zoo is slated to once again descend on the Central Florida Zoo on Saturday April 5th from 6pm – 10pm. Attendees will spend the evening strolling through the zoo and sampling unique craft beers,... Continue reading

Posted Mar 31, 2014 at Great Dates Orlando

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50% off Promo Code for the Central Florida Home + Garden Show, April 4-6

The Central Florida Home + Garden Show returns April 4-6 to the Orange County Convention Center’s North Concourse for three days of innovative products, new ideas, practical advice and great deals in remodeling, home improvement and gardening with hundreds of... Continue reading

Posted Mar 30, 2014 at Great Dates Orlando

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10 Date Night Ideas for This Weekend in Orlando

Orlando Magic vs. Charlotte Bobcats Friday, March 28, 7 p.m. Amway Center Various prices Big Bang Boom Cabaret: The Beatles Friday, March 28, 10 p.m. The Venue $18 ($16 in advance) New Smyrna Balloon and Sky Fest March 28-30 New... Continue reading

Posted Mar 28, 2014 at Great Dates Orlando

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A Date Night Guide to the 2014 Florida Film Festival, Apr 4-13

Movies make for some of the best date nights, wouldn’t you agree? Think of the Florida Film Festival as a collection of 10 days of date nights, all centered around unforgettable film, scrumptious food, and fabulous parties. And you’re invited... Continue reading

Posted Mar 26, 2014 at Great Dates Orlando

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PHOTOS: Scratch Tapas in Winter Park

I won't lie. I'm a little on the fence about the whole tapas thing. On one hand, I love being able to explore more of a menu via small plates. But... I'm always a little shocked when we get the... Continue reading

Posted Mar 25, 2014 at Great Dates Orlando

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