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Winter Park, FL
(321) 251-4514

Winter Park Honey  

Category: Specialty Food

4.0 star rating
1/22/2012 1 Check-in Here
Local, raw honey is good for those with allergies.  Fortunately, I am not one of those people who have chronic allergies, but it's something to try if you do.

Now, I am not completely clear on what raw honey is, however, the folks  here are very knowledgeable and will give you schooling.

Goat soap that smelled really great is available as well.  I love really cool, local products with people who feel really great about what they are producing.

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200 W New England Ave
Winter Park, FL 32789

Winter Park Farmers' Market  

Category: Farmers Market
Neighborhood: Winter Park

5.0 star rating
1/22/2012 8 photos 1 Check-in Here
This is the first REAL farmer's market I have experienced since moving to Orlando.  This market has actual produce!

So many other unique vendors come out as well.  I especially like the produce selections, and the plants.  The French pastries, with the quiches and pies look so amazingly tempting!!!

Specialty cheeses, olive oil, hand made pasta, as well as specialty soaps can be found here as well.  I was really delighted to see Lake Meadows Naturals here as well.

Such a treat on a gorgeous morning!!!

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251 S Park Ave
Winter Park, FL 32789
(407) 898-1313

Season's 52 Park Avenue 5.2k  

Category: Parks
Neighborhood: Winter Park

3.0 star rating
1/21/2012 5 photos 1 Check-in Here
track shack does a really great job in organizing races. Registration, packet pickup, was so easy for this 5K race.

This race was super crowded! Okay. Several issues- not with the race itself, but with everything that goes with races.. Why are you bringing your dog on a leash in between hundreds and hundreds of people crowding in a little space? I got so annoyed at whoever thought this was a good idea.I think perhaps, it might have been a little bit more manageable if these start corrals were a little bit more spaced out.

Next issue. Cobblestone. I mean, it is Winter Park, and cobblestone it is really nice for It's charming qualities, however it's not very practical - especially for running. I'm really not a fan of running on cobblestone, so as much as I could, I use the sidewalk.

Third issue. there needs to be some universal etiquette regarding running races. It needs to be like driving, or like moving walkways at the airport. Slow on the right, fast on the left - single file. If people simply follow this very simple concept, everyone would be a lot happier. This would greatly reduce the amount of people weaving that I had to do in order to get away from people who want to have conversations regarding their ex-husbands, and when their leases end.

the vendors, volunteers, and the refreshments were really nice and well run. I have no complaints about that at all. Photographers were available to take pictures. This is why it is so important to make sure your race bib is pinned correctly on your shirt -so identifying you in professional pictures will be easier.

Every 52nd person that crossed the finish line received a $10 gift card to seasons 52. I was not one of those people - I was one of the unfortunate 53rd person to finish. That is just wrong.

however, I'm willing to take that one for the team, because this race benefits the boys and girls club.

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1227 N Mills Ave
Orlando, FL 32803
(407) 894-1808

Yum-Mi Sandwiches  

Categories: Sandwiches, Vietnamese
Neighborhood: Colonialtown North

4.0 star rating
1/21/2012 1 photo 2 Check-ins Here
somewhat hesitant to visit this place because I am a vegetarian. However, I was really surprised to see the tofu sandwiches here. Honestly, I wanted a sandwich that had the  eggs on top. If they could make that sandwich for me without the animal, substitute tofu, and then put the egg on top, I feel I would be very happy woman.

I should make it clear that I was a happy woman upon leaving this place. I need to try the milk teas, because it is something new to me that I have never tried. However because I am  the way that I am, I need to do a little bit more research before I try it. I just need to know what to expect.

My vegetarian crunch rolls were really delicious. The tofu sandwich I had was nice as well, and definitely meant to be eaten with a special sauce. The star of my meal, without a doubt, was the she not sauce that came with the crunch rolls. I mean, seriously, it was amazing. They should think about simply selling the sauce all by itself in jars. I would totally buy.

The surprise of the evening was the peppers on the side of my sandwich.
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See, this is where I need to do more research before I try something new. I was simply not prepared for this massive heatwave to hit my sinuses. what I thought was a common bell pepper was something that  literally almost made me scream. It took everything in me to keep myself calm, and composed, while beginning to reach for napkins to control runny nose, and eyes.

I look forward to doing a little bit more research on the boba beverages before trying them. I really love the casual and clean atmosphere of the restaurant. The television screens definitely add to the feel as well. Service was really great. They really went out of their way to make me feel comfortable, and to make sure that I enjoyed my meal.

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Winter Park Farmer's Market
Winter Park, FL 32789

Mountain Kettle Corn & Catering  

Category: Farmers Market
Neighborhood: Winter Park

4.0 star rating
1/21/2012 3 photos 1 Check-in Here
I love popcorn, but not crazy about kettle popcorn at all.  That being said, this popcorn actually disintegrates in your mouth, and it's not super sweet like other kettle corn I have tried.  

I like that the weight watchers points are also listed. . .however, they need to update it to the new points plus values.

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1104 N Mills Ave
Orlando, FL 32803
(407) 898-1313

Track Shack  

Category: Sporting Goods
Neighborhood: Colonialtown North

4.0 star rating
1/21/2012 1 Check-in Here
Really great business that supports the local sports scene.  I like the personal attention given to helping you select an appropriate shoe.

Parking can be a challenge at times, but you'll figure it out :)

Listed in: Runners' BFF (Orlando)

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509 W Willow St
Scottsboro, AL 35768
(256) 259-1525

Unclaimed Baggage Center  

Categories: Department Stores, Luggage

3.0 star rating
1/21/2012
This place is intriguing only  because the items  belonged to people who lost their luggage. . .God bless their souls. . .or to unclaimed cargo.  I find that fascinating.

In reality, it's just like a thrift shop, but more expensive.  

I like the world map that shows where people have visited.  I did not find anything really unique or mind blowing here.

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3530 Wilshire Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90005
(888) 508-1888

ShoeDazzle.com,  

Category: Shoe Stores
Neighborhood: Koreatown

5.0 star rating
Update - 1/18/2012
I am not a Kardashian fan. . .Of course I have never met any of them, however  I dislike everything this family represents about  American culture.

That being said, I must admit these people know how to run a damn business.  I am impressed with the total Shoedazzle experience.  Ordering online, returns, the speed of shipping, quality of shoes.

I am especially impressed with the customer service.  Everyone has been very helpful and more than willing to assist me with every issue, question, or concern.  I am never hurried or rush.

I have to give props when it's due, and they deserve it!

Listed in: Online Favs, Loyalty Programs

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  • 5.0 star rating
    2/22/2011

    I cannot imagine my life with shoedazzle now! I have only been a member for a month, and I have received two pairs of shoes, one bag, and a stylist kit to help make your shoes more comfortable (a must have in my opinion--I will not wear heels without them).

    Customer service is stellar. I have called them on multiple occasions, and everyone is very friendly and helpful; not put off by me calling.

    The shoes are AMAZING and unique, very good quality. I also receive a shoe bag for each pair of shoes, AS WELL as a bag to protect my purse!
    This is so important to me because I do travel for work and need to keep those shoes clean.

    ALSO, the unique design of the shoe boxes are just cool! The boxes have a slide out feature so you can stack your shoe boxes and simply slide the pair out instead of having to move the boxes on top to access the shoes. . .somebody who has lots of shoe boxes must have designed that one!

    AND I also love the dazzle deals that gives you the opportunity to purchase other items like pajama sets, shoe inserts, and other cool items. All of the items are super fashionable, and I could not really ask for more.

    LOVE, LOVE, LOVE that it's done all online. Love fashion, but hate going to stores to look for it!!!

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2800 E Colonial Dr
Orlando, FL 32803
(407) 898-6488

Einstein Brothers Bagels  

Category: Bagels

3.0 star rating
1/15/2012 1 Check-in Here
I admit, I had to resign myself to parking the car and actually walking into the shop in order to get breakfast. I could not believe this place did not have a drive through window.

I got over it.I think the process would be much easier if people knew what they wanted when they ordered.

I wanted to try bagel sandwiches made with egg whites with thin bagels. the draw was of course, that the sandwich itself - made with asparagus, Swiss, and egg white is supposedly less than 450 cal. So, the thing is, when you're ordering a light bagel sandwich, in order for it to have that few calories, it is going to be a very small sandwich.

Especially if you are used to the traditional size bagel sandwiches here - it might be a little bit shocking. It was okay - but definitely not something I would repeat again - especially for the money I paid. Otherwise, it was an okay meal. I got fed, and that was the purpose.

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215 N Orange Ave
Orlando, FL 32801
(407) 422-2005

St James Catholic Cathedral  

Category: Religious Organizations
Neighborhood: Downtown

3.0 star rating
1/15/2012 1 Check-in Here
Squeeky clean! Very sparkly interior with all of the other beautiful things one might expect to see at a cathedral--images, statues, gorgeous artwork.  

I suppose I am more of a music person, and there did not seem to much here.  However, I left after communion, so I may have missed out.

It seems this parish is of a younger crowd. I saw  a lot of young people here on my visit mixed in with the older crowd. . .Very fashionable parish!

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