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I woke up feeling very angry and conflicted this morning. My editorial calendar states I’d be posting about summer getaways, Orlando dining deals and fun things to do this weekend. But that feels neither appropriate nor relevant at the moment. My first instinct is to stay silent this week. I mean, who wants to read about…
Take advantage of Florida’s beautiful spring weather at all of the outdoor events happening this weekend in Orlando! From festivals to Earth Day events to starlit concerts and movies, there’s plenty to enjoy for date night! Taste of College Park Food & Wine Festival 2016 Thursday, April 21, 6-9pm Dubsdread Catering $45-$60 Symphony Under the Stars Thursday,…
An art festival, a whiskey festival, a beer festival, a cheese festival… Oh my!! Lots of fun and tasty events to enjoy with your date this weekend in Orlando, April 15-17. UCF Celebrates the Arts Festival Now thru April 16 Dr. Phillips Center for Performing Arts FREE Admission Best Fest “The Taste of West Orange”…
Take your asanas outside and beyond with these out of the ordinary options for yoga in Orlando. By Nancy DeVault Stretch beyond your standard date night routine with a unique yoga class found outside the walls of your typical yoga studio. Increased flexibility, deep breathing and amped up endorphins are good for your relationship! Just pack…
Cocktail parties and home mixology are officially in vogue. But before you start shaking and stirring, best to learn the secrets from the masters. Join us on Wednesday, February 24 for an intimate, three-part cocktail class with three of Orlando best mixologists. In small groups, you’ll participate in three interactive workshops designed to make you…
There is no lack of Orlando date night ideas, a statement that’s even more true as we look back over the past 12 months and through the 300+ posts we published on Orlando Date Night Guide in 2015. And there’s something for everyone: artists, foodies, outdoor adventurists, night owls and creatives. As our year in review,…
Put an interactive and educational spin on your next date night dinner out with one of these Orlando cooking classes. Whether you’re hoping to learn some new skills, pick up some fresh ideas or just have a fun night out together, you’re bound to find something you love from our list of 21 local cooking…
The Central Florida Fair returns again with 11 days of fun beginning Thursday, February 26 through Sunday, March 8. Over the course of this annual outdoor bash, fair-goers will hit the rides, attend concerts and nosh fair grub. So, grab your date and head out to the Central Florida Fairgrounds for a fun night out….
Francis Biondi, Season 5 Finalist on FOX’s MasterChef, will host a series of cooking classes at Winter Park’s The Ancient Olive. These 60-minute culinary workshops are designed to dive deeper into such topics as ingredients, knives, basic cooking skills and the art of plating. Cost is $35 per person, per class. This is a demonstration and…
A little birdie once told me that a lot of women use my site to plan their girl’s nights out. While I’m all about inspiring couples to get off the couch and out on the town together, I think it’s awesome that Orlando Date Night Guide has become a resource for ladies night. So, here…
This Friday begins 53 days of foodie festivities at Epcot, home to the 19th International Food & Wine Festival September 19 – November 10. Nearly 300 chefs have come together to showcase fare from across the globe at more than 25 food-and-beverage stops, hundreds of food and beverage seminars and workshops, as well as dozens…
On select Fridays over the next few months, Crealdé School of Art will offer Date Night Ceramics Classes at their main campus in Winter Park. The monthly workshops, scheduled for Sept. 5, Oct. 3, Nov. 7 and Dec. 5, will take place from 7-9pm and will be led by third-generation artist, Vadim Malkin. The hosts will…
Local foodies take note: there are 2 wonderful events coming up in May that are sure to float your boat. The Homegrown Food Festival The first is a food truck night on Thursday, May 2, which will feature mobile chefs that are committed to using local farmers and artisans in their mobile meals. From 6pm…
If you don’t already frequent CultureClimax.com (@CultureClimax), I hope you’ll soon become as big of a fan as I am… this blog rocks when it comes to curating Orlando happenings and activities. This month, I asked CultureClimax editors to share their top event picks for couples to check out on their November date nights. Here…
All you need is love. But a little chocolate, now and then, doesn’t hurt. – Charles M. Schulz A recent survey commissioned by a chocolate company (okay, so this is a biased study) found that when it comes to choosing between sex and chocolate, women just aren’t sure. When asked what they would be least…
THIS CONTEST IS NOW CLOSED: THE WINNER IS IRIS METEL! The Festival of Chocolate returns to Orlando April 27 – 29, this time in its new location at UCF Arena. This smorgasbord of sweetness will feature tons of treats from the region's best chocolatiers, confection companies, and pastry chefs, as well as a jam-packed schedule…
From February 1 – 29, the United Arts of Central Florida presents ArtsFest, a free smorgasbord of the area’s cultural offerings at 87 venues across 4 counties. This annual affair, designed to get locals to sample the arts, brings together an enormous number of events from the ballet to the symphony, from creative writing workshops…
Have you checked out the new romance boutique that debuted in the Antique District a few months ago? With walls adorned with sexy lingerie and original (and local) erotic art, Blissful Lotus is a must visit for any couple looking to rev things up in the bedroom. Beyond alluring attire, high-quality massage oils, and the…
For the couple that’s ready for a date night beyond movies or dinner, this just might be the unique experience you’ve been waiting for. Keila Glassworks Gallery gives couples the the opportunity for hands-on instruction in the art of glassblowing with live demonstrations, classes and mini-workshops. Their one-day workshop teaches the basics of the craft…
The Couple That Vinyasa’s together Stays Together Here’s a fun way to spend a date night together… Couple’s Yoga! Great for yoga practitioners at any level, Couple’s Yoga (also known as Partner Yoga) has you working together in a joint practice. Lots of touching and stretching… yay! There are Couple’s Yoga workshops currently scheduled at…