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Hospitality’s Highest Honors

by Rich Maladecki January 1, 2015, 1:09 pm

On December 13, 2014, the Central Florida Hotel & Lodging Association (CFHLA) hosted its annual Hospitality Gala at the Renaissance Orlando Hotel at SeaWorld. This black tie dinner featured 1,000 hospitality executives, community partners and elected officials. During this end-of-year celebration, CFHLA presented its most prestigious annual awards.

The 2014 honorees are:

Lodging Member of the Year Award:
Greg Hauenstein, Buena Vista Palace Hotel & Spa

Allied Member of the Year Award:
Jay Hunt, Massey Services

Engineer of the Year Award:
Andres Rosario, Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld

The Charles Andrews Memorial Hospitality Award for Community Leadership:
Jonathan Tisch, Chairman, Loews Hotels

CFHLA congratulates these distinguished 2014 honorees.

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12aprAll Day21Florida Film Festival 2024

15aprAll Day28Gin & Tonic Festival

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Spring is in swing, so it’s time for Jaleo Disney Springs to bring back its Gin & Tonic Festival, starting April 15, until April 28. Not only is a Gin & Tonic, with its bright and effervescent flavors, the perfect seasonal cocktail to enjoy on a beautiful Spring day, it also happens to be Spain’s national cocktail.

For two weeks, Jaleo Disney Springs guests can try a curated lineup of cocktails, featuring Appetizer, made with Fords Gin, Cynar, lavender, lemon and tonic, plus other classics the Ultimate Gin & Tonic and the Mediterranean. Available tapas pairings to accentuate the flavors the cocktails include fan-favorites like Patatas Bravas, fried potatoes with spicy tomato sauce and creamy aioli, and Pan con tomate y queso manchego, flavorful toasted slices of crispy bread brushed with fresh tomato and served with Spanish Manchego cheese.

Be sure to make reservations HERE to check it out! See below for full menu details.

Gin & Tonics

Appetizer: Fords Gin, Cynar, lavender, lemon, tonic 16
Saints: Tanqueray Gin, ginger, elderflower, aloe vera, tonic 16
Ultimate: Hendrick’s Gin, juniper, lemon, lime, tonic 18
El Patriarca: Genever, citrus expressions, tonic 16
Mediterranean: Gin Mare, sweet and dry vermouth, lemon, lime, thyme, tonic water 16

Tapas

Patatas bravas: Fried potatoes with spicy tomato sauce and alioli 14
Croquetas de pollo: Traditional chicken fritters 14
Buñuelos de bacalao: fried cod and potato fritters with honey alioli 14
Pan con tomate y queso manchego: Toasted slices of crispy bread brushed with fresh tomato, served with Manchego cheese 17

Time

april 15 (Monday) - 28 (Sunday)

Location

Disney Springs

1490 Buena Vista Dr. Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830

Organizer

Jaleo by Jose Andres

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18apr6:00 pm9:00 pmCorks & Forks

Event Details

Central Floridians are invited to enjoy an evening al fresco of food, beverages, and live entertainment at the fourth annual Corks and Forks event on Thursday, April 18, 2024, in support of Venue on Lake Lily.

Guests will enjoy samples of signature dishes from some of the finest local chefs and restaurants along with fine wines, spirits, and beer from favorite local and national brands.

Featured Restaurants

Antonio’s Maitland

Athena Roasted Chicken

Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar

Forward Slash Distillery & Blending House

Foxtail Coffee Co.

Francesco’s Ristorante & Pizzeria

Kelly’s Homemade Ice Cream

Luke’s Kitchen and Bar

Maitland Chocolate Factory

Nothing Bundt Cakes

Sakari Sushi

The Pinery

The Tap Room at Dubsdread

This year’s theme ‘…and a little bit country’ features local band favorite Jill’s Cashbox with influences from country, rock, top 40, and pop genres performing on the Certified Financial Group stage.

Tickets range from $65 for general admission to $125 for a VIP club and early access ticket.

Sponsorships and corporate/family tables are also available. Additional participating restaurants are to be announced soon. All proceeds benefit Venue on Lake Lily and selected charities.

Special thanks to sponsors Charlan Brock Architects and Amanda Chase State Farm Agency.

Get tickets here!

Time

(Thursday) 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Location

Venue On Lake Lily

641 Maitland Ave S, Maitland, FL 32751

Organizer

Corks and Forks

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18apr7:00 pm10:00 pmJesse McCartney: All's Well Tour

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Jesse McCartney: All’s Well Tour comes to House of Blues Orlando. Get your tickets now!

Venue & Event Info:

Doors – 7:00pm

Show – 8:00pm

The concert venue is general admission standing. This event is all ages. For accessible seating the guest must purchase a g.a. standing ticket and arrive to the venue at 20 minutes before door time and be waiting on the accessible ramp and the guest with accessible needs is allowed one guest with them. We encourage you to review our safety and security information below prior to arriving at the venue.

Before you Arrive for a show: When parking at Disney Springs, please arrive at least 60 minutes before any scheduled event, show or reservation. Digital Message boards along Buena Vista Drive will indicate when garages and surface lots are full. Disney Springs currently closes at 11pm or 11:30pm depending on the day of the week. Access to Disney Springs property will not be available after that time. Please check the following link for the most current hours of operation: https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/destinations/disney-springs/

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NOTE OUR BAG POLICY:
The following bag policy is in place: Bags up to 12” x 6” x 12” are allowed in the venue. All bags will be searched prior to entry. Bags that are not clear will be subject to additional search.

Time

(Thursday) 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Location

House of Blues, Orlando

1490 Buena Vista Dr Orlando, FL 32830

Organizer

House of Blues

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19apr8:00 am4:00 pm13th Annual Trunk Show

19apr7:00 pm9:00 pmRon White

19apr7:30 pm9:00 pmSeussical The Musical

19apr(apr 19)9:00 pm20(apr 20)1:00 amGimme Gimme Disco

19apr9:30 pm11:30 pmRon White

20apr8:00 am1:00 pm13th Annual Trunk Show

20apr9:00 am10:00 amPollinator Garden Tour

20apr10:00 am6:00 pmCentral Florida Earth Day

20apr7:30 pm9:00 pmSeussical The Musical

21apr7:30 pm9:00 pmSeussical The Musical

25apr10:00 am11:30 amHow To Grow Oyster Mushrooms

Event Details

$20.00 per individual. In-person class.

In this class we will learn about the basics of fungi and how to make an oyster mushroom grow bag. The topics covered will include fungi anatomy, growth habits, and edible uses. The class will also include a hands-on portion where participants will make their own mushroom grow bags.

This class will be taught by Urban Residential Horticulture Agent, Calvin Gardner. Come join us at UF/IFAS Extension Orange County located at 6021 S. Conway Road, Orlando, FL 32812. Pre-Registration is required along with the non-refundable class fee.

For more information, contact us at 407-254-9200 or orange@ifas.ufl.edu.

Cancellation policy: Classes are subject to cancellation if a minimum number of attendees are not booked. If class is cancelled you will receive a notification, and a refund confirmation to the e-mail that is provided during the registration process. Refunds for class cancellations may take up to 30 days to process if registration fee is paid by cash or check.

An Equal Opportunity Institution.

Learn more about our program here: Residential Horticulture – Orange County – University of Florida, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences – UF/IFAS (ufl.edu)

Time

(Thursday) 10:00 am - 11:30 am

Location

UF/IFAS Extension Orange County

6021 S Conway Rd, Orlando, FL 32812

Organizer

UF/IFAS Extension Orange County

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25apr5:00 pm7:00 pmMartinis, Money & More

27apr8:00 am12:00 pmAdopt-A-Tree Day

27apr5:00 pm9:00 pmHot Wheels 4 Cool Cats

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CFAR presents “Hot Wheels 4 Cool Cats” at the 123,000 sq. ft. American Muscle Car Museum in Melbourne with over 400+ cars to benefit the Central Florida Animal Reserve on April 27, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. The event will include admission to the American Muscle Car Museum, complimentary drink tickets and a raffle ticket, an exhibition of an assortment of muscle cars that include more than 50 Indianapolis 500 Pace Cars & Trucks, Ford Shelby, Mustangs, Corvettes, and more. Plus, guests will have an opportunity to enjoy food, drinks, a “Live” auction, and entertainment. Tickets are $125 per person, VIP Tickets are $175, including an exclusive guided tour, or $225 per couple. www.musclecar.cflar.org.

“We are honored that the American Muscle Car Museum has opened its doors to our members and guests of the Central Florida Animal Reserve as the beneficiary for this event to help us raise financial contributions and awareness of our big cats in Central Florida,” said Dr. Simba Wiltz. “This is a great opportunity for our guests to participate, see some cool cars, and enjoy great food and fun, all for a good cause.”

For more information on how to register, parking, and any questions you might have, please visit us at https://cflar.org/hot-wheels-4-cool-cats/

COST:

$125 per person, $175 per person VIP, includes an inclusive guided tour, or $225 for couples, including admission to the Museum, food & drinks, and a raffle ticket.

Dress: Casual Cocktail attire

Time

(Saturday) 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Location

American Muscle Car Museum

3500 Sarno Road, Melbourne, FL 32934

Organizer

Central Florida Animal Reserve

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30apr5:30 pm6:30 pmBuzzworthy Gardens: Cultivating Habitat for Native Pollinators

Event Details

Embark on a journey into the vibrant world of native pollinators! Led by Dr. Heather Kalaman, UF/IFAS Orange County Extension Agent, this virtual class is designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to create a thriving habitat for Florida’s incredible pollinator species.

We will delve into the art of identifying native pollinator species that play a crucial role in our local ecosystems, explore practical techniques on how to grow and care for flowers that are not only visually captivating but are also nutrient-rich, and other valuable insights for nurturing a thriving pollinator habitat in your very own landscape.

Don’t miss out on this informative class that celebrates the beauty of native pollinators that will empower you to make a positive impact on the environment through your gardening practices.

This event will be held online as a Zoom webinar and a link to the recording will be sent to all registered participants.

Cost for Webinar Registration: Free

Secondary Option: $10 per person. Registration includes webinar, a native wildflower pollinator seed packet, and a Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ book.

Pre-registration is required along with the non-refundable class registration fee, if any.

Cancellation policy: Classes are subject to cancellation if a minimum number of attendees are not booked. If class is cancelled you will receive a notification, and a refund confirmation to the e-mail that is provided during the registration process. Refunds for class cancellations may take up to 30 days to process if registration fee is paid by cash or check.

For persons with disabilities requiring special accommodations, please contact us at 407-254-9200 at least 10 business days prior to the program so that proper consideration may be given to the request.

Inflammatory and inappropriate actions will not be tolerated. We reserve the right to remove any participant who is disruptive or distracting to others in the meeting.

An Equal Opportunity Institution.

Time

(Tuesday) 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Location

Virtual

Organizer

UF/IFAS Extension Orange County

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