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Room service still has fans among business, leisure travelers
Might U.S. hotels be showing room service the door?
The New York Hilton Midtown sent tremors through the industry earlier this month when it announced it was dropping the pricey amenity later this summer in favor of a grab-and-go cafe in the hotel...
Restaurants blend old rules of fast, casual, fancy
Mike Parson didn't feel as if he were in a fast-food joint at a newly renovated Orlando Wendy's with a lounge, faux fireplace, Wi-Fi and separate counters for orders and pickup.
"It feels more like a hangout," said Parson, a 22-year-old University of...
Darden CEO lobbies against California Medicaid fines
A California bill that would fine large companies whose employees rely on Medicaid has Darden Restaurants so worried that the company's chief executive officer recently visited state lawmakers to lobby against it.
The Orlando-based owner of Olive...
Scott blocks paid sick-time vote in Orange, statewide
Florida Gov. Rick Scott signed a bill Friday that would block local governments from enacting mandatory paid-sick-time measures, such as the one pending in Orange County.
The Republican governor sided with Walt Disney World, Darden Restaurants, the...
06/17: New businesses
Occupational licenses issued recently by county and municipal governments in Central Florida; data collected by Market Force Corp. of Newtown Square, Pa.
Orange
Five Stars J S Inc., maintenance, 1000 S. Lake Pleasant Road, Apopka, 32703.
Mr. Quick's...
06/17: Business events
Chamber
Daytona: Leadership Luncheon: Make Difficult People Disappear, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 pm June 28, SW Grill, Sunset Harbor, 861 Ballough Road, Daytona Beach. Cost: $15 for DB Leadership Council members, $25 nonmembers. Details: 386-523-3675 or josie@...
Beefy King customers savor 45-year-old icon
In 1968, a small, unassuming sandwich shop opened up on Orlando's Bumby Avenue, offering a menu of beef and ham sandwiches and tater tots.
On Saturday afternoon, a line of customers snaked around the restaurant and out the door as Beefy King celebrated...
Parks focus on themed dining and shopping
At Universal Orlando, visitors can buy mugs of butterbeer pulled straight from the pages of the "Harry Potter" books — or eat Krusty Burgers made infamous by "The Simpsons" television show.
At Walt Disney World, they can sample LeFou's Brew or The...
Scott blocks paid sick time vote in Orange, statewide
Florida Gov. Rick Scott signed a bill Friday that would block local governments from enacting mandatory paid sick time measures, such as the one pending in Orange County.
The Republican governor sided with Walt Disney World, Darden Restaurants, the...
Scott's sick-leave bill signing brings out the fans and critics
TALLAHASSEE - Florida Gov. Rick Scott didn't waste much time in signing a bill Friday that would block local governments from enacting mandatory paid sick time measures, such as the one pending in Orange County.
The Republican governor sided with Walt...
Amigo's founder mixed fun into Tex-Mex dishes
Nell Hyltin may not have been bigger than life, but to regular customers of her Tex-Mex restaurant, she was a character who at least seemed bigger than Texas.
From dancing through the dining room in a wedding veil to hanging out with Russian circus...
Freebie Friday: Free stuff to do in Orlando
Events
SEA TURTLE FESTIVAL: activities that involve cleaning up the beach for the nesting sea turtles, local artists depictions of the local wildlife: 8 a.m. today, 10 a.m. Saturday; Canaveral National Seashore, 212 S. Washington Ave., Titusville;...
Sip and Stroll offers tastes of summer on Park Avenue
Summer evenings are the perfect time to head outdoors for a stroll along Park Avenue.
On June 13, the Winter Park Chamber of Commerce and Park Avenue Merchants Association will host a Summertime Sip and Stroll, a special evening of wine and hors d'...
New Domino's features new design for pizza chain
A new design for Domino's Pizza stores that includes a dine-in lobby has made its debut in Central Florida.
The store that recently opened at 15505 Stoneybrook West Parkway in Winter Garden
The new store design includes an open area where people can...
06/10: New businesses
Occupational licenses issued recently by county and municipal governments in Central Florida; data collected by Market Force Corp. of Newtown Square, Pa.
Lake
Senses, A Disney Spa at Disney's Grand Florida, day spa, 12 Crest Ave., Mount Dora, 32757....
06/10: Business events
Chamber
Dr. Phillips: New Businesses Expo, 6-8 p.m. June 18, Cost: Free. Details: 407-749-0333 or info@drphillipschamber.org.
Sanford: What Women Want-Empowering Women in Business, 11:30 a.m.- 1p.m. June 13, Heathrow Country Club, 1200 Bridgewater...
Conversations simmer at communal tables
Mary Altman and John Pinson, though each traveling alone on business, savored some conversation with their barbecue last week as they sat together at one of 4 Rivers Smokehouse's large picnic tables in Winter Park.
The two discovered they both live in...
Freebie Friday: Free stuff to do in Orlando
Events
AFRICAN AMERICAN ARTS FESTIVAL: featuring arts, crafts and music: noon-6 p.m. today-Saturday; Speer Park, 331 N. Tubb St., Oakland; free; 407-877-2262.
GET OUTDOORS CASSELBERRY: featuring kayak/canoe and paddleboard demonstrations, fishing,...
06/03: New businesses
Occupational licenses issued recently by county and municipal governments in Central Florida; data collected by Market Force Corp. of Newtown Square, Pa.
Orange
Gene's Auto Sales LLC, auto sales, 1909 S. Orange Blossom Trail, Apopka, 32703.
Aaqua...