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.

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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 to Get One in Orlando: Amy Drew shares some of her 2025 favorites, including:

  • Arby’s Deep-Fried Turkey Gobbler

  • Pastrami Project - Open on Thanksgiving too

  • Deli Llama’s

  • Yellow Dog Eats

• Must-Have Ingredients: From cranberry sauce to stuffing, gravy, and the perfect bread—what really makes a Thanksgiving Sandwich? We break down the essentials.

• Home-Made Greatness: Amy Drew reveals the incredible sandwich she crafted using Jeff’s Bagel Run Nana’s Stuffing Bagel. (Yes… it’s as good as it sounds.)

• Biggie’s Bonus Leftover Hack: When he’s not stacking sandwiches, he’s rolling up his leftovers into… Thanksgiving Egg Rolls. Genius.

• What Are You Making? We share why we’re thankful for our listeners and want to know—what do you do with your Thanksgiving leftovers?

Tune in for delicious ideas, laughs, and plenty of Orlando food love.

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🥪 What’s Inside This Episode🍽️ Stay Connected & Keep Eating Local!

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!

And yes — they got to try THE MONSTER, the sandwich Adam created for the show. Picture this: Every. Single. Beefy. King. Meat.- Roast Beef, Pastrami, Ham, Turkey, Corned Beef… stacked high with cheese and stuffed into that classic soft bun. It’s a carnivore’s dream and an instant Orlando icon.

Amy Drew and Biggie share their own go-to orders, reminisce about Beefy King’s retro charm, and celebrate the nostalgia, show love to Jack Sauce, and community love that make this spot a must-eat for locals and visitors alike.

If you’re craving Orlando flavor, this is the episode for you.

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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 park that’s now home to À La Cart Downtown Orlando, featuring:

• 🍜 Red Panda Noodle

• 🚚 Culinary Collective — a static food truck serving up ever-changing culinary concepts

• 🍪 Phat Ashe Bakes — those thick mini cookies you’ll want to grab by the dozen!

🍽️ Hall’s on the 5th in Apopka — the city’s first-ever food hall and a delicious new reason to explore! Featuring favorites like:

• 🥩 Butcher’s Nook

• 🥟 Empanada & Co.

• 🍔 Parlor Kitchen

• 🌱 Soulicious Vegan

• 🍰 Sweet & Salty

• 🥗 Thrive Eatery

And of course, Biggie gives a shoutout to Henry’s Depot — a Sanford staple packed with flavor from:

• 🍦 Greenery Creamery

• 🥪 Pom Pom’s Sandwiches

• 🍤 The Bait & Hook

• 🔥 Pollo Al Fuego

• (and yes, Sweet & Salty makes another delicious appearance!)

We also get into why food halls are such a win for Orlando diners — the variety, the community vibe, and the chance to support multiple local chefs all under one roof.

🎧 Tune in, get hungry, and make plans to eat your way through Orlando’s newest food halls!

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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-Bone, a hearty 1.5 lb combo of NY Strip and Filet, while Amy Drew savored the 16 oz Ribeye, perfectly cooked and full of flavor.

They chat about everything that makes this place special:
🥗 The housemade salad dressing that hits all the right notes
🍰 Biggie’s creative dessert mashup—Chocolate Cake meets Key Lime Pie (trust us, it works!)
🍸 Amy Drew’s appreciation for a well-made Negroni and Linda’s great drink prices that don’t break the bank
👔 The laid-back-yet-classic vibe—whether you show up casual or dressed to the nines, you’re in for a good time

It’s a celebration of nostalgia, community, and seriously good steak. Pull up a chair and join us for a bite of Orlando history.

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🎧 Tune in and let’s eat, Orlando!

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 today’s Orlando food scene.
🍴 The mentors and inspirations who shaped his culinary path.
🍴 Why the James Beard Foundation’s Good Food for Good® mission is close to his heart.
🍴 Details on his upcoming Toast to Orlando benefit event at his restaurant, Norman’s.

📅 Event Spotlight:
On Friday, October 10th, Norman will host Toast to Orlando, a celebration honoring local Orlando chefs and supporting the James Beard Foundation’s mission of Good Food for Good®.

📍 Norman’s – 7924 Via Dellagio Way, Orlando, FL
🎟️ Tickets + details: Reserve on OpenTable
🌐 Learn more: normans.com

Don’t miss this inspiring conversation with one of the icons of American cuisine — and of course, stick around for more of Amy Drew and Biggie’s take on Orlando’s tastiest spots.

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🎧 Tune in and let’s eat, Orlando!

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
• Leftovers- yes or no?
• Warm fruit
• Shopping Carts- put away or leave cart somewhere

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Places mentioned:

• Perla’s Pizza
• Tratto
• Nuri’s Tavern
• Big Dave’s Cheesesteaks

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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 Restaurant – a Puerto Rican–Chinese fusion that’s as unique (and tasty) as it sounds 🥡🍍

Plus, Biggie’s got his sights (and appetite) set on the Ronald McDonald House’s Appetite for the Arches charity event happening Friday, August 15th – a night of creative bites for a great cause.

From magical menus to mouthwatering mashups, there’s plenty on the plate this week. Tune in for the latest dining buzz, hidden gems, and insider tips to keep your taste buds happy.

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