Friday, September 11, 2009

September is Magical Dining Month

Orlando Celebrates Culinary Offerings with Special Value Program

ORLANDO, Fla. – Now more than ever, diners are looking to take advantage of high-quality dining experiences for a great value. This September, the Orlando/Orange County Convention & Visitors Bureau, Inc. (Orlando CVB) will entice budget-conscious foodies to enjoy cuisine at Central Florida's most popular restaurants during the 4th Annual "Orlando Magical Dining Month."

Participating restaurants will offer three-course, prix-fixe dinners for $20 or $30 (excluding beverage, tax and gratuity), allowing locals and visitors alike to enjoy exceptional values while giving back to the local community. All participating Orlando Magical Dining Month restaurants will be donating a $1 proceed from each meal to a local Orlando charity.

"The Orlando dining scene is constantly growing and evolving, making Magical Dining Month the perfect time to sample and enjoy the variety of cuisine our restaurants offer," said Gary C. Sain, president and CEO of the Orlando CVB. "From celebrity chef-studded eateries and uniquely themed environments to international cuisine and trendy dining experiences, Orlando Magical Dining Month provides an opportunity to try all of these exceptional culinary experiences for a great value."

Orlando Magical Dining Month restaurants offer a wide variety of environments and cuisines including:

  • Emeril's Tchoup Chop – One of the world's most celebrated chefs, Emeril Lagasse, blends flavors of Asian and Polynesian cuisine incorporated with his signature bold "kick" of spice in an exotic Pacific Seas environment.
  • BICE Ristorante – This restaurant transports diners to Portofino, Italy with its Italian architecture, exquisite Northern Italian cuisine featuring white truffle pasta and risotto dishes, Italian servers and spectacular water views.
  • The Oceanaire Seafood Room –This 1930s supper club-style restaurant features more than 25 types of seafood and shellfish flown in daily from around the world.
  • Vines Grille & Wine Bar – This intimate locale specializes in dry-aged steak, fresh seafood and locally grown ingredients and features an extensive wine list.

    The wide range of participating restaurants also includes Rocco's Italian Grille & Bar, Tommy Bahama Tropical Café, Ming Court, Taverna Opa, Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. and A Land Remembered.

    More information on Orlando Magical Dining Month and participating establishments is available online at Orlando Magical Dining.
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