Here are the podcast notes for this week’s episode of *Let’s Eat Orlando with Amy Drew and Biggie*:

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### 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 while eating? We talk about Rugged Perspective's rug tufting events, where you can tuft your own rug during Tasty Takeover. A fun twist for foodies and craft lovers!

- **The Great Pumpkin Spice Debate**: Are you Team Pumpkin Spice or Team No Pumpkin Spice? We get into the seasonal debate. Would you try Pumpkin Spice SPAM? Amy Drew has! Plus, Biggie introduces us to the "Chumpkin," his easy and tasty dessert made with a box of chocolate cake mix and canned pumpkin.

- **Cider Love**: Amy Drew shares her fond memories of growing up near a cider mill and talks about cider and mulled cider with Rachelle from *The Travel Bite*.

- **Tailgate Talk**: We talk sports and tailgating food, and find out a surprising fact—Amy Drew has never had fast food chicken tenders! Future show idea? Plus, Biggie shares his unique tailgate techniques, which change depending on the opposing team.

- **Top BBQ in Florida**: A shout-out to *Smoke Made Meats*, recently named the top BBQ spot in Florida by *Texas Monthly*.

- **Thanksgiving Prep**: We discuss Thanksgiving plans, with Biggie’s wife wanting to taste-test turkeys from different places. Plus, we talk about the new Thanksgiving Sandwich from Hinckley’s Fancy Meats.

### Listener Engagement:

We’d love to hear your thoughts! Are you Team Pumpkin Spice or Team No Pumpkin Spice? Have you tried any local BBQ or had a unique tailgating experience? Let us know!

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### Podcast Notes: Let's Eat Orlando with Amy Drew and Biggie

**Summary:**

In this week’s episode, Amy Drew and Biggie delve into the world of bagels, sharing how they enjoy them, where they get the best ones in Orlando, and what makes a perfect bagel. From the importance of boiling to the ideal chewiness, they break down everything that goes into creating and enjoying a truly great bagel. They also explore the differences between local bagel spots and share some personal stories, including a special treat Amy Drew brought for Biggie.

**Key Discussion Points:**

1. **Bagel Preferences and Expectations:**

- How Amy Drew and Biggie eat their bagels and what they expect visually from a perfect bagel.

- Importance of a shiny exterior and a rounded shape—evidence of a properly boiled bagel.

2. **The Boiling Process:**

- Why bagels must be boiled as part of the process.

- The distinction between bagels and rolls with holes if they aren't boiled.

3. **Storing and Packing Bagels:**

- Proper storage and packing methods—bagels should be stored in paper, not plastic.

4. **The Chew Factor:**

- The ideal chew of a bagel, where the texture should be dense enough to make your jaw hurt slightly, and the dough should be malleable enough to form a ball.

5. **Key Ingredients and Techniques:**

- Bagels need to have malt in the dough and undergo overnight proofing.

- Discussion of Montreal bagels, which use maple syrup as part of the process.

6. **Favorite Bagel Spots:**

- **Jeff’s Bagel Run:** A dedicated bagel shop serving bagels, cream cheese, and coffee.

- **NY Bakery Boys:** A bagel restaurant with two locations where you can get your bagels toasted and enjoy a full meal.

- **Bagel King:** Known for good bagels and as a great breakfast and lunch spot. Biggie shares his love for the pastrami on their Andy’s breakfast sandwich.

7. **The Role of Water in Bagel Making:**

- The importance of water in the dough-making process, focusing on its necessity rather than the source.

8. **Advocating for Your Food:**

- The importance of asking how your food is made and advocating for quality.

9. **Special Treat: Pickled Herring:**

- Amy Drew treats Biggie to a dish her dad used to make: pickled herring with fresh-cut raw onion, sour cream, and a bit of the pickling wine sauce.

10. **Shoutout to Soozie the Foodie:**

- Acknowledgment of Soozie the Foodie and her contributions.

**Final Note:**

- Amy Drew and Biggie enjoyed many bagels during this episode, but unfortunately, there’s no video footage of them eating them!

Tune in to this episode for a detailed and passionate discussion on bagels, from preparation to enjoyment, with plenty of tips, insights, and local Orlando recommendations!

### Podcast Notes: Let's Eat Orlando with Amy Drew and Biggie

**Episode Highlights:**

1. **Breakfast Sandwiches**:

- Amy Drew shares her experience at **Egg Dose**, a spot known for its creative breakfast sandwiches.

2. **Po’Boys and Classic Deli Sandwiches**:

- Amy Drew talks about her recent article on **Bayou Kitchen & Bar**, where they import bread specifically for their Po’Boys.

- Discussion on what makes a perfect Po’Boy, including both Amy Drew and Biggie's go-to orders.

- **Mama Napoli** in Winter Park is praised for their house-made focaccia, imported meats, and the standout "Sofia" sandwich featuring Mortadella, Burrata, and Pistachio pesto. The importance of bread in sandwich-making is emphasized.

3. **Egg Salad & Deviled Egg Smash**:

- The differences between egg salad at 7-Eleven in Japan versus the US.

- The Classic’s unique take with their Deviled Egg Smash.

4. **Kid Sandwiches & Childhood Favorites**:

- Nostalgic discussion on sandwiches enjoyed as kids, including bologna sandwiches.

- Amy Drew’s love of Tuna sandwiches, usually enjoyed open-faced rather than traditional sandwich style. Similarly, she shares her preference for eating bagels open-faced rather than as sandwiches.

5. **Local Sandwich Spots**:

- Mention of various local sandwich spots, including **Sunset Bodega, Se7en Bites, Pickles, The Classic, King Cajun Crawfish, Bayou Kitchen & Bar, Mama Napoli, Shiraz Market, Yellow Dog Eats, Milk District (Sandwich District), Bad As’s Sandwiches, Pom Pom’s, Beefy Kings, Hinckley’s Fancy Meats, Wawa,** and **Jersey Mike’s**.

6. **Food and Market Trends**:

- A discussion on the growing trend of combining food markets and eateries, providing a unique shopping and dining experience.

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Podcast Notes: Let's Eat Orlando with Amy Drew and Biggie - Recent Dining Experiences

Episode Highlights

Amy Drew’s Recent Visit to Roka Hula:

- A new speakeasy Tiki Bar with modern Asian Fusion cuisine.

- She enjoyed their tiki drinks and food, particularly the Beef on Weck Sushi roll.

**Sandwich Month and Grilled Cheese:**

- **Tao De Cheese Conversation:**

- Amy Drew shares insights from her conversation with Tao De Cheese.

- Biggie and Amy Drew discuss the distinction between a grilled cheese and a melt.

- Amy Drew typically avoids cheese on sandwiches unless it’s a parm sandwich or grilled cheese.

**Biggie’s Recent Dining Experience:**

- **The Dough Show:**

- Biggie and his wife recently enjoyed a meal at this Mediterranean restaurant.

- He shared details about what he ate and drank, including a refreshing watermelon juice.

- Amy Drew provided her own watermelon juice recipe.

Restaurants Mentioned:

- Roka Hula

- Tao De Cheese

- The Dough Show

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Ice Cream Sandwiches and Sweet Treats

This week we discussed our mutual love for ice cream sandwiches.

Biggie’s Ice Cream Sandwich Tips:

• Share some of Biggie's favorite tips for making ice cream sandwiches at home- using cookies and donuts.

Amy Drew on Red Light, Red Light:

• Amy Drew talks about the unique ice cream sandwich offered at Red Light, Red Light.

Biggie’s Dessert Death Meal:

• Biggie shares his ultimate dessert meal, featuring his favorite ice cream sandwiches and other sweet treats.

Beer Ice Cream Floats at Foxtail/Kelly’s Ice Cream Sandwich Counters:

• Discussion on the innovative beer ice cream floats available at Foxtail and Kelly’s.

Sugar Rush Marshmallow and Ice Cream Donut Sandwiches:

• Talk about the decadent marshmallow and ice cream donut sandwiches at Sugar Rush.

Dessert Nachos:

• Explore the concept of dessert nachos.

Do You Dip Fries in Shakes and Frosty's?

• A fun debate on the practice of dipping fries in shakes and Frosty's.

Local Treats:

• Highlight a few local spots known for their amazing ice cream sandwiches and other sweet treats:

Places mentioned on this episode:

• Sugar Rush Marshmallow
• Red Light Red Light
• Kelly’s Homemade Ice Cream
• Greenery Creamery
• Ice Cream Sandwiches at Epcot France

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This week Amy Drew and Biggie discuss the Orlando Sentinel's Foodie Award- Summer Quarter edition. - Episode 10.

We discuss Amy Drew's (Critic's) picks and Readers' picks along with some of Biggie's picks.

Category Nominations: We delve into the various categories nominated for the Foodie Awards, including both the Critics' Choice and Readers' Choice selections.

• Chinese
• Dessert
• Hotel Restaurant
• Indian
• Japanese
• Korean
• Best Splurge
• Thai
• Theme Park
• Vietnamese
• Wine Bar

Featured Restaurants :

• Chuan Fu
• Taste of Chengdu
• Koko Kaigori
• Crispy Cones
• Four Flamingos
• Hamilton’s Kitchen
• Bombay Street Kitchen
• Sushi Kichi
• Seito Sushi
• BBB Tofu House
• Doshi
• Camille
• Bull & Bear
• Sea Thai
• Lemongrass Thai Kitchen
• Skipper Canteen at Magic Kingdom
• Brown Derby at Hollywood Studios
• Drive In Hollywood Studios
• Vietnam Cuisine
• Papasan’s Vietnamese Cuisine
• Golden Hour Wine
• Wine Bar George
• Land Remembered- Rosen Shingle Creek
• K BBQ and Bar
• Royal Thai Cuisine
• Saigon Noodle Bistro
• Yummy Taste
• Spicy Girl
• Red Light Red Light
• Wafu
• Sampagita
• Dairy Bar
• Tabla
• Spice
• Digress

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### Podcast Notes: Let's Eat Orlando with Amy Drew and Biggie

**Episode Title:** Drone Food Delivery and Reheating Food

**Summary:**

In this episode, Amy Drew and Biggie dive into the evolving world of food delivery, highlighting their recent experience with drone-delivered meals. They explore the future of food delivery, the challenges restaurants face when they can't control the delivery process, and the joys and quirks of eating at restaurants versus in your car. The episode also tackles the concept of "Menu Anxiety" and offers practical tips for reheating takeout, especially pizza. Amy Drew shares her insights on proper food handling and the intricacies of restaurant costs.

**Key Discussion Points:**

1. **Drone Food Delivery Experience:**

- Amy Drew and Biggie recount their experience with drone-delivered meals.

- Discussion on the potential future of drone food delivery.

2. **Future of Food Delivery:**

- Exploration of the evolving landscape of food delivery services.

- How technology is changing the way we receive and consume food.

3. **Restaurant Control Over Food Delivery:**

- Challenges restaurants face when they can't control the delivery process.

- Impact on food quality and customer satisfaction.

4. **Eating at Restaurants vs. Eating in Your Car:**

- The different experiences and preferences for dining in and eating on the go.

- Pros and cons of each dining method.

5. **Menu Anxiety:**

- Discussion on "Menu Anxiety" and how to deal with it.

- Tips for making quick and satisfying choices when dining out.

6. **Reheating Takeout Pizza:**

- Amy Drew's method for reheating takeout pizza to maintain its quality.

- General tips for reheating various takeout foods.

7. **Eating Alone:**

- The experience and benefits of dining solo.

- Personal anecdotes and insights from Amy Drew and Biggie.

8. **Proper Food Handling Techniques:**

- Amy Drew explains why you shouldn't put hot food on a cold plate.

- Tips and techniques for maintaining food quality at home.

9. **Cost of Restaurants and Takeout:**

- Discussion on the cost implications for restaurants and customers.

- The layers of cost involved in takeout containers and overall business expenses.

**Restaurants Discussed:**

Subway

Junior's Pizza

Viet-Nomz

SoDough Square

Kyuramen

Sweet Tomato

Primrose Lanes Restaurant and Bowling

Tune in to this episode for an engaging conversation about the intersection of technology, food delivery, and dining experiences, enriched with personal stories and practical tips from Amy Drew and Biggie!

This week we discuss Comfort Foods

- **Amy Drew's Comfort Foods:**

- Prefers warm dishes such as Kanji, soup, noodles, and ramen.

- Ultimate comfort foods include Open Face Turkey with gravy and carbs.

- Enjoys dishes from Tasty Wok, recommending it for takeout comfort food.

- **Grilled Cheese:**

- Both hosts agree that something warm and carb-heavy like grilled cheese is quintessential comfort food.

**Biggie's Comfort Foods:**

- **Viet Nomz:**

- Family's go-to place, especially for Pho and Rice Bowls.

- Praise their excellent takeout packaging (A+).

**Featured Restaurants and Dishes:**

- **Kai Asian Street Faire:**

- Highlighting their garlic noodles with crab, one of Amy Drew's favorite comfort foods.

- **Soups:**

- Italian Wedding Soup mentioned from Goodfellas and Anthony’s in Casselberry/Longwood area.

- **Sandwiches:**

- Pom Pom’s and their famous Mama Ling Ling sandwich paired with great soups.

**Ramen Recommendations:**

- **Amy Drew’s Favorites:**

- Ramen Takagi, Jimotti’s, and Wa Sushi’s new ramen spot in Lake Nona, Wa Ramen.

**Convenience and Proximity:**

- Discussed the importance of having comfort food spots that are nearby and convenient.

**Mac and Cheese:**

- **Biggie’s Wife’s Favorites:**

- Lobster Mac and Cheese at A Land Remembered.

- Mac and cheese at Smokemade Meats and Smoke and Donuts.

- Amy Drew's take: not a fan of cheese on lobster.

**Lobster Roll Debate:**

- Preferences between New England/Maine style (cold with mayo) and Connecticut style (warm with butter).

**Spicy Mac and Cheese:**

- Biggie’s favorite from Pom Pom’s.

**Boxed Mac and Cheese:**

- Nostalgic discussion about eating Kraft/box mac and cheese at friends' houses.

**Childhood Meals:**

- Discussed if proteins were a part of their childhood meals.

**Comfort Food Preferences:**

- Amy Drew prefers warm, savory foods over sweet ones when seeking comfort.

**TV and Comfort Foods:**

- The importance of what they watch while enjoying comfort foods.

**Red Panda Noodle:**

- Mentioned as a comfort food favorite.

**Cereal Discussion:**

- Biggie enjoys sweet cereals as part of his comfort food.

- Reminisced about cereals they ate as kids and adults.

**Unique Comfort Foods:**

- Amy Drew talks about roasting Rice Krispy Treats over an open fire and enjoying ube rice crispy treats from Bang Bread.

Restaurants Mentioned:

- Kai Kai

- Tasty Wok

- Viet Nomz

- Kai Asian Street Faire

- Pom Pom’s

- Goodfella’s

- Anthony’s

- Ramen Takagi

- Jimotti’s

- Wa Ramen

- A Land Remembered

- Smoke and Donuts

- Smokemade Meats

- Red Panda Noodle

- Bang Bread

Tune in weekly to Let's Eat Orlando for more insightful discussions and local food recommendations! Follow us on social media and share your dining experiences with us using our unique seal of approval.

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