This modern Central Florida home designed by famed founder of Sarasota School of Architecture is for sale

A waterfront home designed by famed architect Gene Leedy, founder of the Sarasota School of Architecture, is now on the market in…

By Chloe Greenberg

A modern Central Florida home designed by famed founder of Sarasota School of Architecture is for sale
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28 classic Orlando restaurants that've been around for more than 25 years

It's been a year of major change in Orlando's food and dining scene; we've lost some iconic eateries and gained even more…

By Orlando Weekly Staff

Kappy's Subs
501 N. Orlando Ave., Maitland
If you're looking for a new low-key sub shop, Kappy's Subs is your answer. Family-owned since 1967, the eatery serves classic American fare (like subs, burgers and dogs) across a good old-fashioned all American diner counter.
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Historic Plaza Live rooftop spire removed, more changes to come during renovation

Orlando's Plaza Live venue is currently undergoing a series of renovations aimed at conserving the building's history and restoring its iconic rooftop…

By Chloe Greenberg, Matt Keller Lehman

Historic Plaza Live spire removed, more changes to come during renovation
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23 essential Florida fish shacks within driving distance of Orlando

Of all the Sunshine State's charming oddities, the fish shack just may be the most Florida you can get. Although Orlando may…

By Chloe Greenberg

Fish on Fire
7937 Daetwyler Drive, Orlando
Fish on Fire is a rustic Orlando seafood spot and fish fry. The restaurant, open since 2004, boasts fresh seafood and frequent live music and lively events.
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Cher's former Florida home is now on the market for $42.5 million

A Florida home that once belonged to the "Goddess of Pop" is back on the market. Located at 64 La Gorce Circle…

By Colin Wolf

Cher's former Florida home is now on the market for $42.5 million
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Everyone and everything we saw at Tacos and Tequila 2023

Orlando Weekly's own Tacos and Tequila 2023 wrapped up its sixth annual event, bringing tons of smiling Orlandoans into the party fold.…

By Orlando Weekly Staff

Everyone and everything we saw at Tacos and Tequila 2023
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This Orlando mansion with a built-in casino drops asking price by nearly $1 million

This Orlando-area mansion that comes with a built-in casino is still on the market — and now almost $1 million cheaper. Seems…

By Chloe Greenberg

This Orlando mansion with a built-in casino drops asking price by nearly $1 million
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This vibrant Winter Park home, once featured by Orlando Museum of Art, is now on the market

An artfully designed Winter Park home — once chosen by the Orlando Museum of Art as a highlight of the city's art…

By Chloe Greenberg

This vibrant Winter Park home, once featured by Orlando Museum of Art, is now on the market
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Andrew McMahon entered the wilderness of Disney Springs to play with Starting Line and Flor at House of Blues

As always, Andrew McMahon plated a very well-balanced set consisting of new material and music from Something Corporate and Jack’s Mannequin. Opening…

By Ian Suarez

Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness live at the House of Blues
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29 rainy day patios in Orlando

Every summer, Central Florida is plagued with either unrelenting heat, endless rain or some combination of the two — a major bummer…

By Orlando Weekly Staff

Pig Floyd’s
1326 N. Mills Ave., Orlando
The rustic counter-serve joint is no secret to adoring Orlando foodies. Innovative flavors and traditional fire, smoke and pit BBQ methods combine to make this spot the BBQ landmark it is. Sit on the patio and soak up some major Mills Ave people watching.
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The historic home of citrus tycoon Dr. Phillips’ son is now on the market in Daytona Beach

The home that once belonged to the son of Florida orange grove owner and renowned philanthropist Dr. Phillips is now on the…

By Chloe Greenberg

The historic home of citrus tycoon Dr. Phillips’ son is now on the market in Daytona Beach
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Gouge Away and friends got loud at Will’s Pub while Tierney Tough kept it melancholy next door

It was a night of homecomings at the Will's Pub complex on Saturday night. Hardcore titans Gouge Away played a homecoming show…

By Jim Leatherman

Gouge Away live at Will's Pub
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Deantoni Parks, White Sands and Kurt Rambus wove dark (literally) atmospheric spells in Orlando

Deantoni Parks at long last was able to bring his Technoself experimental-percussion guise to Will's Pub on Thursday night. Adventurous support came…

By Michael Lothrop

Deantoni Parks and friends
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Ormond Beach home of Hawaiian Tropic founder Ron Rice is now a million bucks cheaper

The home of "The Suntan King" is for sale in Florida, and it just got a bit cheaper. Hawaiian Tropic sun tan…

By Creative Loafing Tampa Bay staff

Florida home of Hawaiian Tropic founder Ron Rice is now more than $1 million cheaper
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25 Orlando dive bars, and why you should get a drink at all of them

Although Orlando's nightlife scene has gone through some major changes this year – Neon Beach, Ace Cafe and maybe (?) Saddle Up…

By Orlando Weekly Staff

Wally's Bar and Liquors
1001 N Mills Ave., Orlando
Wally's has more than once brought home the title of best dive bar in Orlando, according to Orlando Weekly readers. There's a full bar, patio, darts annndd its very own liquor store. Everything a dive bar should have.
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The historic 'Baker House,' built by a former Sanford mayor, is now on the market

The historic home, coined the "Baker House," of a former Sanford mayor is now on the market. Located at 521 Plumosa Drive,…

By Chloe Greenberg

The historic 'Baker House,' built by a former Sanford mayor is now on the market
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This Central Florida home comes with a Barbie-themed bedroom and life-size doll box

An Orlando-area home that comes with an entirely Barbie-themed bedroom is now on the market. Located at 864 Golden Bear Drive, Kissimmee,…

By Orlando Weekly Staff

This Orlando-area home comes with a Barbie-themed bedroom and life-size doll box
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Everything we saw at Sam Smith's 'Gloria' tour stop at the Amway Center

Despite being in the heart of DeSantis' increasingly anti-queer Florida, Sam Smith's "Gloria" North American tour made its second stop in Orlando.…

By J.D. Casto

Sam Smith live at the Amway Center
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Man on Man, Stiletto and Flagman presented a night of fearless and loud sound at Will's Pub

Man on Man — the musical union of IRL couple Roddy Bottum (Faith No More, Imperial Teen) and Joey Holman — brought their frenetic fuzz-rock…

By Jim Leatherman

Stiletto live at Will's Pub
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Historic Victorian ‘Give House’ is now on the market just outside the Orlando area

A historic waterfront Victorian house is now on the market southeast of Orlando. The home, located at 573 Rockledge Drive in Rockledge,…

By Chloe Greenberg

Historic Victorian 'Give House' is now on the market just outside Orlando area
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Hello Rockv … Orlando! Less Than Jake mark anniversary of classic album with Voodoo Glow Skulls live

Florida's Own Less Than Jake brought Voodoo Glow Skulls and Devon Kay and the Solutions to the House of Blues' stage on…

By Ian Suarez

Less Than Jake live at the House of Blues
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Orlando Girls Rock Camp gave a stage to the future of local music at annual showcase concert

Dear Orlando Girls Rock Camp, Thank you for the two-hour therapy session. It was an unexpected and much needed respite from watching…

By Matthew Lehman

Orlando Girls Rock Camp Camper Showcase live concert at Conduit
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21 Orlando hotels and resorts offering pool day passes for locals

Sure, you could plan a road trip to one of Central Florida's celebrated springs or other natural bodies of water. But sometimes…

By Bellanee Plaza

Caribe Royale Orlando
8101 World Center Drive, Orlando
$45-$125
With the purchase of a day pass here you’ll get discounted parking and access to the large resort-style pool and waterslide. And if you get lucky, there are some lounge chairs that sit below a cave with a view of a waterfall.
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Explore Central Florida at these 28 small town restaurants outside Orlando

Orlando may already be home to some of Florida's best eats (that's right), but it never hurts to expand your culinary horizons.…

By Chloe Greenberg

Norwood's Restaurant & Treehouse Bar
400 E. Second Ave., New Smyrna Beach
Once upon a time, Norwood's was a gas station and general store. It was bought in 1946 and transformed into the cozy restaurant and treetop bar it is today. The menu boasts seafood creations, drinks and plenty of live music.
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The most expensive home in Central Florida is now on the market for $30 million

Central Florida's most expensive home, and the state's second-most expensive, is now on the market. The home, located at 9508 Windy Ridge…

By Chloe Greenberg

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A sprawling modern Mediterranean-style home is now for sale on Central Florida's coast

A massive, modern, Mediterranean-style home is now for sale on Florida's coast. The home, located at 66 John Anderson Drive in Ormond…

By Chloe Greenberg

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The secrets and hidden gems you didn't know about Universal, according to Redditors

We all know the classic Disney World "secrets" by now. Underground tunnels (yawn), a secret suite in Cinderella's Castle (boring), hidden Mickeys…

By Orlando Weekly Staff

The secrets and hidden gems you didn't know about Universal, according to Redditors
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27 trendy foodie restaurants and bars every Orlandoan needs to try

In the great Venn diagram of the restaurant world, one circle represents undeniably good food; the other, undeniably good vibes. The eateries…

By Chloe Greenberg

Thrive
13 S. Orange Ave., Orlando
This cocktail lounge and eatery is made for foodies who crave unique flavor concoctions and dining experiences. And its charm is no secret, so be sure to make a reservation if you plan on paying a visit.
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What’s our age again?: A reunited Blink-182 stormed into Tampa’s Amalie Arena

The highly anticipated reunion of Blink-182 with Tom DeLonge at Amalie Arena in Tampa was an unforgettable night of punk-rock bliss. The…

By Ian Suarez

Blink 182 at Tampa's Amalie Arena
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The Orlando home of a former NASDAQ stock exchange CEO is now for sale

The lakefront home of NASDAQ's 1990s CEO is now for sale in the Orlando area. Located at 12632 Park Ave. in Windermere,…

By Orlando Weekly Staff

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