Let's Eat, Orlando with Amy Drew and Biggie

Amy Drew and Biggie chatted about trends for 2026.  We talk about the trends we hear are being predicted for the year as well as we make some our predictions We chatted about everything from prebiotic sodas, Fiber, protein, solo eating, to Sweet Tomatoes and Rotisserie Chicken places. Was good to be back chatting and sharing with you.  Tune in to Let's Eat Orlando for more local dining insight...

This week, Amy Drew and Biggie kick off the holiday season with the  ultimate  comfort-food conversation:  Thanksgiving Sandwiches . Biggie’s all-time favorite meal might just be the day-after sandwich, and Amy Drew is always on the hunt for the next great Orlando creation. Turkey Day Talk:  We dive into the magic of the Thanksgiving Sandwich—why it hits so hard, even days after the feast. Where t...

This week, Amy Drew and Biggie sink their teeth into an Orlando legend —  Beefy King , the family-run institution that’s been serving locals with love for over  57 years . Fresh off watching Adam Scherr (aka WWE’s  Braun Strowman ) spotlight Beefy King on his new USA Network food show,  Everything on the Menu , we bite into why this place holds such a special spot in so many hearts… including ours...

This week on  Let’s Eat Orlando , Amy Drew and Biggie dive fork-first into one of our favorite trends in dining —  food halls!  Whether you’re craving noodles, empanadas, vegan comfort food, or cookies the size of your palm, Orlando’s got a food hall for you. We chat about  some of the newest (and tastiest!) openings around town , including: ✨  Art² Downtown Orlando  — a creative  urban pocket pa...

This week, Amy Drew and Biggie take a delicious trip down memory lane at  Linda’s La Cantina , Orlando’s legendary steakhouse that’s been serving sizzling cuts since  1947 ! From the moment they walked in (yep— at 4 p.m.  with a line already forming!), they were surrounded by the old-school charm that makes Linda’s a true local treasure. Biggie  went big—as always—with the  La Cantina Medium T-Bon...

This week, Amy Drew and Biggie welcomed a true culinary legend to the table:  Chef Norman Van Aken  – American chef, author, and the only Floridian chef inducted into the prestigious James Beard Foundation’s  Who’s Who in American Food and Beverage. We dove deep into Norman’s incredible journey, including: 🍴 How he became the  founding father of “New World Cuisine.” 🍴 What excites him most about...

This week, Amy Drew and I discussed and caught up and talked about Food Rules-   We discussed everything from: Raisins  Pineapple on Pizza Raw mushroom and peppers on pizza Ketchup on Hotdogs Cheese with Fish or seafood  Order of milk with cereal How you cut your sandwich- Half or Diagonal Eating Handheld foods with fork and knife Thoughts on Same Side Seating Mayo vs Light Mayo vs Miracle Whip Le...

It’s a big week for Orlando foodies! Amy Drew and Biggie are diving into  Magical Dining , kicking off  August 15th  with 160 restaurants serving up three-course menus — and celebrating 20 delicious years of this local dining tradition. Biggie grills Amy Drew on her latest foodie adventures, including: Paco Submarine  in the New Smyrna area – a sandwich spot making waves 🌊 El Coqui Ninja Restaura...

Amy Drew asks Biggie- Is a hotdog a sandwich? We chatted about it and what we really should be discussing the bun to hot dog ratio.  We also talked about condiments and how we like our hot dogs.   Biggie also spoke about a person he recently spoke to that started a potato chip company based on her love of Chicago foods-  and her Hot dog chips will be available at Portillo’s the week of National Ho...

This week Amy Drew and I discussed and caught up  and talked about Sake Sumi; Biggie traveled to Maine but has Nauti Lobsttah if he craves a lobster roll.  Amy Drew is writing about Grouper.  We also talked about Beef and Buns and the grand opening of Pom Pom’s in Henry’s Depot.  Pom Pom’s is selling Phat Ash Cookies and Biggie is loving their new location at the Milk Stack in the Milk District  W...

🎢  Theme Park Eats! | Let’s Eat Orlando with Amy Drew & Biggie  🎙️ Get ready for a delicious ride through Orlando’s theme parks! This week, Amy Drew shares her foodie adventure at the  Epic Universe  preview, where she sampled bites and sips from across the park’s immersive lands — and she’s got opinions! From the tropical vibes of  Celestial Park  to the spooky eats of  Dark Universe , and f...

This week we dive into the 2025 Michelin Guide and Orlando’s exciting new additions! 🎉 Biggie puts Amy Drew on the spot, challenging her to pick  three Orlando spots  she'd personally recommend to Michelin inspectors — and her answers might surprise you! 👀 We also dig into: How Orlando’s growing Michelin presence is a  huge win  for the entire local dining scene 🍴 Big congratulations to  Jamila...

🎙️ Let’s Eat Orlando: Garlic, Crawfish Tails! and Tavern Pizza! In this deliciously garlicky episode, Amy Drew and Biggie are sauced up and ready to dish on all things flavorful around town! 🍜 Biggie slurped up some serious goodness at Kai Asian Street Fare now with Red Panda’s Noodles ,—a collab worth noodling over!🐔 He also got cozy with the epic Chicken Biscuit from Chef Jes at Redlight Redli...

Let's Eat Orlando - Show Notes Episode Title:  Orlando Sentinel’s Foodie Awards & Top Picks for Local Eats In this episode of  Let's Eat Orlando , Amy Drew and Biggie dive into the Orlando Sentinel’s Foodie Awards, where Amy Drew highlights her picks alongside the Readers’ Choice selections. If you're looking for the best spots in Orlando for coffee, BBQ, burgers, sushi, and more,...

It finally happened—Amy Drew and Biggie embarked on the ultimate  fast-food chicken tender adventure ! We visited  10 fast-food locations  and put their tenders to the test, rating them on four key categories: Seasoning  – Does the flavor stand out, or is it just another bland bite? Chicken  – Is it juicy and tender, or dry and disappointing? Breading  – Crispy perfection or soggy letdown? Signatu...

In this episode, we somehow find ourselves deep in a conversation about Sanford, Henry's Depot, Chicken sandwiches and some wrestling! Biggie’s Sanford Food Tour: Biggie ate his way around  Henry’s Depot , exploring some of the best bites Sanford has to offer. He took on one of  Amy Drew’s favorite chicken sandwiches —Sweet and Salty’s  Butter Chicken Katsu Sandwich , featuring seasoned chicken pa...

Amy Drew was on the road in this episode of Let’s Eat Orlando, but that didn’t stop us from diving into some delicious topics! 🍖  Palm Beach Meats We recently (and separately) enjoyed some amazing bites at  Palm Beach Meats ! We compare notes on our favorite meaty selections and why this spot is a must-visit for carnivores in Central Florida. 🏆  Orlando Sentinel Foodie Award Nominations We break...

This episode we talked about everything from Dry January, Soup, Ramen Rumble and The upcoming Foodie Awards! Dry January Amy Drew tried Dry January  Realized Not drinking is better for her sleep Amy Drew tried non alcoholic beer during Dry January - her fav she has tried was a Sam Adam’s   She prefers that vs a caloric heavy mocktail  Biggie doesn’t think he’d drink Non-alcoholic beer  Soup We tal...

Podcast Notes: Let's Eat Orlando with Amy Drew and Biggie 🎙️🍴 In this episode of *Let’s Eat Orlando*, Amy Drew and Biggie serve up a hearty conversation about Orlando’s vibrant food scene, looking back at 2024 and forward to the exciting developments in 2025. Here's what we covered: 🍽️ Restaurant Openings & Closures - **Cheers to Gnarly Barley** for breaking the "Ivanhoe curse" and thriving i...

This week on *Let’s Eat Orlando*, Amy Drew and I dive into the holiday favorite, Coquito! We share how we enjoy making and drinking this creamy, coconut-based delight, perfect for celebrating the holiday season. ### Highlights from the Episode - **Coquito Creations**: Amy Drew and I discussed how we make our Coquito, the stories behind our recipes, and the joy of sharing this festive drink with fr...

In this episode of *Let’s Eat Orlando with Amy Drew and Biggie*, we dive into the world of cinnamon rolls—light, fluffy, and everything a Cinnabon isn’t. We kick things off with DeVilma Cinnamon Rolls, which Amy Drew describes as smelling amazing, though she admits the aroma sometimes outshines the taste. Biggie shares his go-to cinnamon rolls from Ikea and Donut King, while Amy Drew reveals her f...

This week, Amy Drew and I dive into a foodie’s favorite holiday—Thanksgiving! With all the delicious eating happening on this grateful day, we love to extend the festivities with Thanksgiving-themed dishes before and after the holiday. From creative leftover sandwiches to full-on feasts and even egg rolls, we’re celebrating all things turkey day! Here’s what we’re tasting and talking about: - **Se...

This week, we’re diving into the vibrant world of Food Halls —the new culinary playground popping up in towns and cities across the U.S.! From local favorites to innovative dishes under one roof, food halls are a major part of the modern dining scene, and we’re here to break down the good, the bad, and the downright great. Join us as we explore a variety of Central Florida food halls, including: -...

Let's Eat Orlando with Amy Drew and Biggie – Episode 16: Sweet, Heat, and Bittersweet In this flavorful episode, Amy Drew and Biggie dive into the world of Sweet, Heat, and Bittersweet moments in Orlando's food scene. - **Viral Chocolate Craze:** We explore the viral sensation of the Dubai Chocolate Bar and its many iterations. Peterbrooke Chocolatier created a buzz with their pistachio and tahini...

Here are the podcast notes for this week’s episode of *Let’s Eat Orlando with Amy Drew and Biggie*: --- ### In This Episode: - **Phat Ash Bakes**: We dive into the world of Phat Ash Bakes and their themed baking parties. They give you their signature vanilla dough, mix-ins, and let you bring your own creative add-ins to the mix for a fun baking experience. - **Rugged Perspective**: Activities whil...