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    4.2 (329 reviews)
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    Moderate noise
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    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Inside upon entrance
    Jade K.

    I gave two stars because the waiter was so nice-like amazingly nice and great! I just think the type of food they had there was just not for me or my friends. Honestly, my food wasn't terrible. It just wasn't what I would have expected for Magical Dining. The deviled eggs were good, but they were just like any other deviled eggs I have had at a friend's cookout. Nothing that gave it the feeling of "it came from a restaurant". The seafood boil was OK. It was pretty bland, especially if you have had any seafood boils from like actual places that do them as their main dish. Like if you are used to seasoning, I would not recommend eating here because you are going to think that everything tastes like nothing. I think that if the rooftop was open, I might have added another star for the experience of it. The best part of all of our meals was literally the whipped cream that we had that came with our dessert. The mock tail that I had was also pretty good, it tasted like fancy lemonade. The place looks nice from the outside and the inside is OK but the outside area didn't really have anything going on. I know that it was raining so the rooftop was closed, but we had already made the reservations in advance. It was not busy at all when we went in and still not busy while we were there. Our reservations were for 8 o'clock. We left when they were closing,I'm pretty sure. The staff were extremely kind and nice though so we didn't really want to make any complaints to our waiter because it wasn't that there was anything necessarily wrong with the food, we just all didn't really like it. It was not something worth complaining about since we did not want anything in return and also we just did not want to seem super rude or make the waiter feel bad. It was not his fault at all and he did nothing wrong. This place just was not for us.

    Chocolate Espresso Pot de Crème  rich chocolate espresso creamy custard
    Jordain J.

    Very delicious, first time coming here, and I did it with a friend of mine for magical dining.. I decided to go with the escargot, which was my first time trying it. It actually was the most delicious thing on the entire menu to be quite franked. My second order was the duck, and it wasn't bad, but it wasn't the best either. The final part for me was the chocolate espresso cream, which was actually quite delicious. Overall, I'll definitely give this to eight out of 10, great service, music wasn't bad at all, and it was a beautiful ambience being that I was sitting on the rooftop on a warm night with great company and the delicious entrée of meals. I would probably come back again another time. My partner seemingly did enjoy her seafood meal, and the bread that came before.

    Lots of fat on my very tiny Non crispy duck entrée
    Cheryl V.

    Orlando~ I am so sad that I have to update my FORMERLY 5 star review. We haven't eaten here since we did the private scotch tasting dinner, so this was a night out for a "regular menu" dinner. Unfortunately, there was no regular menu, because they had magical dining and there was only one other item that we could've had besides the magical dining entrées. We each chose a different appetizer, different entrée, and different dessert so we could try each other's food. Nick, at the door, was a pleasure. That's where the service ended. Our server was a very sad looking older gentleman with long fingernails. He honestly could not have cared less whether we had refilled waters, more drinks, or even if we liked our food or not. The service was definitely not up to par last night. I had the smoked fish dip, and the hubby had deviled eggs. The smoked fish dip was delicious, but I could've used another slice of the "dried out"sourdough bread, because I had too much dip and not enough bread to spread the dip on. I mentioned this to the server and he just looked at me. Didn't offer to get me another slice of bread, nothing but a blank stare. Hubs had the deviled eggs, which were too overly sweet. We got one and a half eggs. Kind of laughable. Both of us got different Magical Dining entrées, but neither of us were excited about them because that's not what we were looking for. We were looking for a regular menu with maybe steaks, a chicken dish, or a seafood item. There were no salads, no soups, no nothing on the menu. Unless we missed something??? We were not even offered bread and butter. The only bread and butter offered on the menu was Ryan's butter candle, and bread for $18. I chose duck for my entrée because it was the most desirable out of the three that I had to choose from. I asked our server if anything came with the duck besides the stuffing and relish. I asked if maybe there was a vegetable. He said the only thing that will be coming with it besides, those two items is mashed potatoes and gravy. I said OK. Didn't offer to add on a vegetable for an extra charge. Nada. My husband got the Spaghetti Bolognese. Again, not something he wanted, but with the only other options, he was kind of stuck with it. (There was a burger on the regular menu, but we were trying to have a nice meal out and not a hamburger meal.) Both of our entrées left something to be desired. His pasta was overcooked and sticky. My duck was definitely not crispy, it was a teeny little piece of a leg with a bone. I had my husband taste the stuffing to confirm my thoughts that it was Stovetop Stuffing. He confirmed that it was indeed, Stovetop Stuffing. There were no mashed potatoes and when I asked our server about it, he just shrugged and said I guess they didn't put them on this evening. No offer to bring them out for me. Nada. He didn't even notice that we didn't eat half of our food either. Never asked us how our meal was. Nothing. Never asked my husband if he wanted another beer. We had to call him over just to give us some more water. Our desserts were as unremarkable as the food. I'm so sad because I wanted to impress my husband and go out for a really nice evening. This totally missed the mark. My husband even had a huge bolt fall out of his chair, and I handed it to one of the bus boys. Thankfully, the chair did not fall apart, but it looked like it was about to. The upholstery is extremely rough and should be replaced. I had really high hopes for this place but I don't believe we will be back.

    Blueberry pancakes
    Jenna S.

    Sunday brunch at a new spot. I have been seeing a lot of positive things about Bites & Bubbles so we decided to check it out. There are a few different spots you can sit depending on what you want your experience to be. We were sat in the patio downstairs under a giant umbrella. You can also choose to sit inside or even upstairs at the roof top bar. Our server was Timothy, he was very lovely and attentive. We started with a bottle of bubbly and were given the option to have different juices to go with our bottle. Each juice was served in an individual decanter. We started with the butter lantern from Parlor Kitchen. It was served with a bagel, a muffin and some toast. It was a beautiful display and delicious. (Shout out to Parlor Kitchen). We also started with the fried goat cheese. It was served on toast with blueberries, tomatoes and jam. Very delicious. I selected the blueberry pancakes from the brunch menu. It was a large stack of three pancakes with blueberries baked in and on top. Complimented with some butter lantern and syrup, they were fluffy and delicious. The menu had some really nice selections so I will definitely return another day. I want to try the duck fat burger at some point, which is their wow feature. Great place to visit. If you do reserve on Open Table, be prepared to enter your credit card to hold the reservation.

    Red snapper
    Yasmin Y.

    Reservations required. The restaurant has a cozy, intimate, romantic I'd say European style vibe- maybe the decor, dimly lit. The first floor has a bar with dining area and patio area. The second floor has a cute covered roof top patio with bar and dining area- which makes it more lively. We sat on the rooftop patio. The service was great as well as the food. The menu is carefully curated and it changes often- we were told it may differ week to week. I think it's a good spot for date or night out with friends.

    Chocolate Espresso Pot De Crème
    Kathy S.

    The only drawback about bites and bubbles is that it doesn't have enough seating inside. And me, knowing that I made my reservation for when they opened at 5 o'clock, just in case of rain And of course it was raining. Luckily there were two seats at the bar and my hubby and I were able to sit there and have our magical dining meal. Our server Diana was fabulous. Our food was top-notch from the butter lantern, almond crusted fried goat cheese, Escargot in a brandy mustard sauce, Lobster, cod, shrimp and bay scallop bake in a Cajun butter sauce, The Duck Confit w/ country stuffing and gravy, to the chocolate espresso pot de crème and the mixed berry cheesecake. Beautiful ambience. Great little Gem on Mills! Will definitely be back.

    Signature cocktail menu
    Lexi Q.

    This is a very cute place in an unexpected location. Plenty of parking due to the other businesses around it, including a grocery store. Next time I hope to check out the rooftop but even the downstairs bar area was very nice. Staff was excellent, very attentive without feeling hovery, my party ordered burgers, Asian chicken, drinks, key lime pie, and chocolate lace cake. All were good. The smash burgers did arrive pretty undercooked but the waiter was quick to replace them and second round was perfect. They are inKind which is a big plus for me!

    Menu
    Kimberly K.

    All the employees here were wonderful and knowledgeable. Loved the decor with the light up present door frame and glowing wreath. Nice heaters thoughout the upstairs area. Cool firepit table outside with rooftop views Pretty condensed menu so was expecting that the few times they do have must mean they do them pretty well. Only 6 main plates entrees, 8 apps choices, caviar, cheeses and desserts Got the escargot with a brandy mustard cream sauce that was very tasty but a tad salty and the super tender beef short rib with my favorites purple carrots and divine mashed potatoes The Triangle Martini sample of 3 different gin martinis, no vodka substitutes, in 3 super cute perfectly sized martini glasses came with citrus, lavender and pickle flavors Great place for some delicious food and superb cocktails!

    Leanna D.

    We made a reservation for 8:30, but arrived at 8:15 and were seated right away. Since the restaurant closes at 9, they weren't too busy, which was nice. We had a nice table right by the patio and were able to enjoy looking outside as well as inside the restaurant. Our waiter, John, greeted us quickly after we sat down and brought us water and menus. I ended up ordering a mocktail that had ginger beer, grapefruit juice, and jalapeno and it was so delicious. The bite from the ginger with the kick from the jalapeno really hit the spot. I ordered from the Bite30 menu and started with the Fried Goat Cheese. I get the goat cheese literally everytime I come here. It is divine and the citrus from the tomato salad complements it really well. For my entree, I ordered the Ahi Tuna Stack. With how hot is has been recently, it was so light and refreshing. I was pleasantly surprised by how much tuna came with it. I ended with the Chocolate Cake. I was only able to eat a couple bites before boxing it up, but it was incredible. The whip cream was my favorite part. The entire time we were there, John was attentive and fun. He seemed genuinely happy to be there and his energy was infectious. I never go out with a purse but for some reason I had one with me tonight and I didn't even realize that I left the restaurant without it. We got to our car and started driving through the parking lot to leave and John chased us down and brought me my purse. John, thank you!

    Susan C.

    Just WOW to Bites & Bubbles. What a cozy and inviting setting, friendly staff, all around good ambiance. Now I must say we will be back because we fell in love with the escargot dish! Not your traditional escargot with garlic/wine and a very small amount. The escargot set in a brandy mustard crème sauce with small tender bits of veggies and double the amount of escargot- some lovely sourdough Italian bread. We followed this with a large charcuterie board. Holy cow was it big!! Assortment of delicious cheeses, meats, dips, bread and a little tasty dessert. Quality was amazing all around. I highly recommend checking out Bites & Bubbles.

    The rooftop lounge
    Greg L.

    Absolutely a fun and enjoyable Magical Dining experience! The ambiance was amazing on the rooftop lounge, and the food was perfection. We made our reservation for 8:30pm and we were greeted warmly by "Bubbles" when we arrived. Although I had requested patio seating, we asked if we could "take a peek" at the rooftop lounge area. Bubbles led us up to the second level and stated if a table was available, we could choose to sit there instead. Once we saw the beautiful and spacious setting, we knew this was the place we wanted to spend the evening. As luck would have it, a table was available, and we happily took it. Our server was Jeff, and he made a major contribution to this five-star review (along with the food!) He explained the menu, discussed recommendations, answered our questions and checked on us throughout the evening. He even provided fun banter throughout as we relished our 2-hour plus dining experience. We both ordered the mussels to start and they were beyond amazing. They were plentiful, too. In fact, this appetizer could easily feed two people. The brandy mustard creme sauce was the pinnacle of flavor that made this dish stand out! So glad this selection came with a nice slice of bread to soak up that sauce. For the main course, my friend ordered the lamb shank (which fell off the bone; the cumin tomato sauce gave it a nice kick) and I ordered the beef bourguignon (which was absolutely delicious). We shared our entrees and exclaimed how perfect both dishes were. Each entree was also accompanied by tasty root vegetables and mashed potatoes. We were both pretty full before the dessert came out, but we heard so many people compliment the key lime pie, we had to select it. It was one of the best key lime pies we both have tasted, tart and sweet in a perfect combination. The cookie on top was a nice touch, also. Not to be forgotten, we both ordered The Martini Triangle for our drink selection. It consisted of three miniature gin martinis, each with its own distinctive craft style. The trio included a citrus-forward item, a lavender infused selection and salty pickle brine component that to both of our surprise was really quite good as well as interesting. We left Bites and Bubbles in perfect contentment. Bubbles once again met us at the door, inquired on how the evening went and was the perfect host. We thanked him and Jeff for such an incredible evening and told him we look forward to seeing them again. There are ten more days of Magical Dining to truly experience a magical event, and I highly recommend you make a reservation to acquaint yourself to this dining achievement.

    Chris A.

    When the Magical Dining menus came out this past summer, I vetted every single one of them, and Bites & Bubbles easily was in the top six of menus. I had never been before, so I was doubley excited about finally getting to check the place out. Ambiance was very nice. I strode past the cozy, intimate dining room, and went up the stairs to a snazzy little rooftop dining patio. Tables spaced apart to give you plenty of privacy, a nice view out over the Mills 50 area, and a large covered roof to shield you from sun and rain. I really enjoyed the ambiance. Service was excellent. Our guy was incredibly attentive, checked in after we had a few bites, kept the drinks coming, just awesome service. No issues there. Now for the food. The menu looked like a banger, and it Was a banger. Apps Fried Goat Cheese (panko and almond crusted goat cheese, roasted tomatoes, fruit salsa, warm bread). Breading around the goat was impeccable with a very satisfying crunch. The roasted tomato goo on top was very acidic to balance out the very tangy goat. Perfectly paired. Very refined app. Big fan. Escargot (escargot, brandy mustard crème sauce, garlic. escargot... our way). Hands down the most snails I have ever seen in an escargot dish. Very generous! The creme sauce was wonderfully garlicky and was excellent to sop up with the bread on the table. The decorative shells were also a really fun way to eat with your eyes first. Mains Seafood Diablo (homemade squid ink pappardelle pasta, shrimp, bay scallops, mussels, spicy tomato garlic sauce, bread). Wow, these were some wide noodles! At least an inch wide. Very fun. Huge shrimp were cooked well, plentiful bay scallops, well cooked mussels, and a bonus clam I wasn't expecting. The sauce was zingy, but not too spicy, just delicious, so don't worry, if you're afraid of spicy. Duck Confit (confit duck leg & thigh, country stuffing, duck gravy, mashed potatoes, cranberry relish). Thanksgiving dinner, but with a major upgrade at the protein position. Fall off the bone duck, chunky, flavorful stuffing, great mash, and a just-sweet-enough relish to really make this plate pure nostalgia. Desserts Key Lime Pie (traditional key lime pie, whipped cream). A great KLP. Not too tart, and not too sweet, so I suspect that real Key Limes were used. A nice little crust with some bite. A real winner. Tiramisu (espresso lady fingers, sweet & creamy mascarpone, cocoa powder). This was mostly good. The lady fingers were soaked to the point where they were just too soft to barely notice. Sweetness and cocoa powered flavors. Good, not excellent, but probably still way better than the generic fudge cake. Overall, this was my second Magical Dining restaurant of the season, and it is so far winning the competition for best meal. I was really surprised, and I will be coming back for more!

    Brittany N.

    Pros: Bites & Bubbles participated in Magical Dining Month this year, and I love that. I always go to as many participating restaurants as I can, to support those to support our city. Ambiance was gorgeous. We sat on the roof, overlooking Mills 50 on a gorgeous summer night. Very comfortable chairs, too. Service was perfect. He was very attentive and kept the drinks coming. The food also came out at a steady pace. Food was amazing. Six stars. Everything was cooked well, the portions were hearty, and the items were unique. Cons: Not a single con. All the wasted years beforehand of not coming here is the only con I can see. Tips: Get the Magical Dining. Get the goat cheese, the duck leg, and the Key lime pie. Amazing, amazing dishes.

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    Flutes Champagne Bar
    Flutes Champagne Bar
    Flutes Champagne Bar - I know it's a champagne bar but still please learn what a beer clean glass is for your beer loving patrons.

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    I know it's a champagne bar but still please learn what a beer clean glass is for your beer loving patrons.

    Lorelei - Beef carpaccio

    Lorelei

    4.5(58 reviews)
    0.8 miPark Lake / Lake Highland, Mills50

    Lorelei is just the CUTEST European-inspired wine bar! Upon arrival, you feel as if you've been…read moretransported to a wine bar in France, and, in all honesty, what more can one want? It is located in the Mills 50 district next to Tori Tori (another local FAV). It is truly a nice little getaway spot from the usual hustle and bustle of the Mills 50 bar scene. They have seating indoors and outdoors. Their outdoor patio area is charming and adorned with umbrellas, and the fountain just adds a special touch, as well as masks the typical street sounds of passing cars and passersby. In the cooler months, the patio is just a vibe! The interior is just as charming with "French-inspired" influences, lovely lighting & decor that ties in the European escape this wine bar beautifully embodies. On my first visit, we tried to sit outdoors, but the Florida heat (& bees) had other plans for us. So, we transitioned inside and sat at their bar area. We were immediately greeted by the kindest servers who guided us on their menu selections. My friend and I, with similar wine tastes (we both love our wines DRY like DESERT), both opted for a glass of rosé and YUM! We followed it up with a white selection recommended by our server, and we enjoyed it immensely. Truly ten, ten, tens across the board! We did not eat (which, in all honesty, is okay with me). And based on reviews from various other Yelpers, the consensus SEEMS to be to eat prior to coming to Lorelei. So, I kept that in mind and on my second visit to Lorelei, I decided to just try MORE of their wine selection. On my most recent visit, we did try some light bites. Typically, on all my visits, I usually cap around two glasses of wine, and it's reasonable. They are not the cheapest spot, especially if you add food to your tab, but for the quality, it is worth it (to me as it relates to the wine selection), as I haven't really had a terrible glass of wine there. Maybe on my next visit, I'll try more of their food menu. Beyond that, Lorelei has been a great addition to the Mills 50 District! I am looking forward to how they will grow with the community!

    IT IS SO PRETTY. What a lovely, Mediterranean vibe with beautiful decor, a cute building, lovely…read moreglasses, and even the little coasters. I loved this experience and will happily come back to visit. We arrived the hour before closing on a Sunday, so the kitchen was closed. But we had a glass of a really nice Sangiovese and chatted with the servers. It's such a classy little spot with some truly amazing photo ops for the group. There were a couple girls taking pics outside when we arrived, so of course I told my parents they needed to do a pic as well. The food menu looked amazing and I will try some bites next time. The bottles of wine were more expensive than expected, but the glasses and beers were very reasonable.

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    Lorelei - Interior

    Interior

    Lorelei - Cute bathroom decor

    Cute bathroom decor

    Lorelei - And yummier

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    And yummier

    Quicksand Bar à Vin - Happy Hour - skin contact (orange wine)

    Quicksand Bar à Vin

    4.8(36 reviews)
    1.0 miColonialtown North, Mills50

    Wow! I can't say enough about the ambiance of this little hidden wine bar. I was alone for the…read moreevening and wanted to curl up and read my kindle...but needed something a bit "more" than a coffee joint. Enter Quicksand - a tiny little addition on the back of an office with music at the perfect volume so you don't hear every single conversation and don't feel awkward sipping a glass of wine by yourself. The bartender gave an excellent wine and food pairing suggestion and the drawings on the wall of winemakers gave a "Theo of Golden" vibe (iykyk). I'm still dreaming about the perfectly toasted bites of bread with the homemade salted butter, pickles, melted cheese and ham. Ah, I can't wait to go back!

    I was only here for a glass of wine, but they had a cacio y pepe on the menu we had to try. It…read morecame out hot and fresh cooked and was super delicious. It was not too pepper forward (which I prefer). I was excited to try this out of the way wine bar, but was a little disappointed that their extensive list is more bottles and not by the glass. Just putting this out there for awareness since I will plan to come in for some food and be able to pair with a bottle of wine to explore the full experience. The staff was very knowledgeable about all of the different wines and helped to select the best glass for what I was in the mood for that evening. The bar was very clean and there is a lot more space then what you see when you first walk in. It was all very clean and modern looking inside. Looking forward to my next trip in.

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    Quicksand Bar à Vin - Portraits paying homage to all of their wine producers

    Portraits paying homage to all of their wine producers

    Quicksand Bar à Vin - Get the beans!!

    Get the beans!!

    Quicksand Bar à Vin - Interior/Bar seating

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    Interior/Bar seating

    VINIA Wine & Kitchen

    VINIA Wine & Kitchen

    4.8(179 reviews)
    2.1 mi
    $$

    The Magical Dining experience here was phenomenal. They had multiple gluten free and vegetarian…read moreoptions. I ordered all vegetarian options without mentioning I was a veg. When I ordered the zucchini entree, the waiter,, Teaya, asked if I was plant based and wanted to substitute the parmesian cheese for a plant based cheese. She was such a thoughtful waitress and that was a really neat option they offered for plant based diets. Every single item I had was so delicious. As we know, vegetarian and gluten free often times doesn't get the same amount of flavor and attention as other foods, but that was not the case here. The vegetarian escargot was so delicious. The sauce had the same taste as real escargot, but of course the items brought their own flavor. The mushrooms were my favorite as they tasted closest to the real thing, but I was impressed they included plantains and figs. Each dessert on the Magical Dining menu was great. My favorite ended up being the chocolate mousse. Typically I don't like plain chocolate desserts, but I really liked theirs because you could taste it was handmade mousse and the whipped cream as well was handmade. The seating was limited, so I recommend reservations. It's located in the center of Hannibal Square, a super cutie spot in Winter Park. There was a free parking lot a short walk away as well.

    The 2026 No. 5 Magical Dining visit was to this charming restaurant in Hannibal Square. It's…read morenestled on West New England Avenue, Suite 119 and will reminder you of an intimate bistro with Brazilian and Italian fusion dishes. Reservations are highly recommended as the seating is limited. It has a nice quiet neighborhood ambiance fitting for this area. Two other Yelp Elites (Lorn C. and Mikhail C.) joined me and we were seated in a cute half booth at the window. It fit the three of us perfectly and our server, Teaya, always made sure the previous plates were cleared before bringing the next course. Teaya was friendly and efficient and gave us sufficient space to enjoy each other's company. We each started off with a drink, and I ordered the Le Charmel Pinot Noir, which was delicious. We then each ordered our three course selections to start the evening. There was no rush to finish our drinks or dinner, which was greatly appreciated. I enjoyed the following three courses. First, the Plant-based "Escargot" was a mixture of mushrooms, zucchini, plantain and black figs. The "Escargot" in this appetizer's name comes from the plate it was served on and the delicious sauce prepared with it. Snails were not a part of this mixture, but they were not missed in this satisfying concoction. For the main course, I chose the Cerdo Iberico Con Salsa Pedro Ximenez. It was a deliciously roast pork tenderloin, sitting in a mustard sauce, which was incredible. It was also accompanied by herb roasted potatoes. Mikhail had the same course, and he raved about it also. For dessert, I chose the Affogato, which was a combination of vanilla gelato with caramel espresso on the side. It was the perfect final act for this magical dining experience. Mikhail chose the Pot De Crème which consisted of a rich chocolate custard with creme Chantilly and sea salt. He allowed Lorn and I a taste, and we all agreed it reminded us of a velvety chocolate mousse that was definitely homemade. Finally, I would like to also commend the manager/owner who checked on us throughout the evening and made us so comfortable in his environment. If you are ever in the Hannibal Square area, especially during the current Magical Dining period, I recommend you try this quaint restaurant. Just remember, as stated above, reservations are recommended.

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    VINIA Wine & Kitchen - Inside dining is limited but they have some outdoor tables too!

    Inside dining is limited but they have some outdoor tables too!

    VINIA Wine & Kitchen - The Affogato vanilla gelato with caramel espresso

    The Affogato vanilla gelato with caramel espresso

    VINIA Wine & Kitchen - Quaint bistro like setting

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    Quaint bistro like setting

    Bites & Bubbles - wine_bars - Updated September 2026

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