I attended a Candlelight Concert by Fever at the Azalea Lodge at Mead Botanical Garden. The…read moresetting was beautiful and it was a perfect setting to listen to the String Quartet. The music featured was Bridgerton Inspired. It was an amazing experience that transports you to a place that makes you feel like you are at Bridgerton. My friend and I dressed up to be a part of the theme. Many people were dressed for the occasion which added to the fun. You can pay to have pictures taken in a certain corner with many candles. They also let you record during the last song played and take pictures afterwards with your own camera. I've already bought a ticket to see another one this week, which features Adele's music. Enjoy the pictures!

Well I went to check it out as a wedding venue and was surprised at how worn out the whole exterior…read morewas. Patio and walkways overgrown and unkempt. The exterior of the building is not at all inviting or polished to welcome formal wedding guests. It has potential but I'd be leery of what it will look like next year if this is what it looks like post full bloom plus WHERE ARE ALL THE AZALEAS!? My friend is an Instagram influencer and thought this might be worth a look but I told her to pass.... If they hire some workers and put some more effort in, it has potential. Also, who wants to walk around on dirt walkways with a wedding dress!? There need to be some paved trails if they want brides.

Nearly a year ago my wife and I got married here. We had everything planned for an outdoor wedding,…read morehowever as Florida would have you, it went from sunny clear skies to torrential down pouring, lightning and falling trees only an hour and a half before our ceremony... the venue staff was incredibly fast to rearrange everything with the families and it became one of the best and most memorable experiences ever. Lucy helped tremendously and the food provided was so good. Everything went perfect. Big thank you to The Garden Villa from the Figurowski's.

This venue was on the list for my future sister in laws potential location for her wedding. We…read morescheduled a tour for 8 a.m. on a Saturday (based on their availability). We arrived and tried calling the phone number given in the email. No one showed up. At 8:15 a.m. someone finally called to tell us they had a wrong date on their calendar and that they were on the way. At that point we were a bit irritated at the level of professionalism. Overall the surroundings were a lot of shrubbery and trees, not really garden-esq. The prices online were pretty cheap compared to other venues, but I guess you get what you pay for.

I had my wedding reception here and it was PERFECT! The staff was amazing, well priced, and we got…read morea wonderful use of the space. I cannot recommend it enough!

We went here for an event last night. We had a good time but the venue was very very hot. We were…read moresweating so bad that we ended up leaving early. I was so excited to come because of the cars but it was nothing like the pictures. Some were partially in blankets others look like they came from a junk yard.

Wow! What a lovely night! Rudy was an excellent waiter making wonderful recommendations and…read moreproviding outstanding service. However, everyone we encountered was helpful, friendly and cared about our experience. We started with the Antipasto Della Casa was lovely! Cannelloni beans, marinated shrimp, cheese. Salami, olives, and more! For dinner we had the Bucatini Alla Enzo and the Filetto Con Formaggio. The pasta was outstanding! The mushrooms made the dish but the quality of all the ingredients--excellent! Rudy's recommendation of the Chianti paired perfectly. The steak my partner had was cooked perfectly and was melt in your mouth tender. The slice of cake for my birthday and the cookies were a great ending. Be sure to go outside and sit by the lake. We listened to the guitarist for a while and watched the sun set. A perfect special occasion place but also somewhere to have a few drinks and nibbles and enjoy the sunset and music.

If you're looking for a classic, high-end Italian experience in Longwood, Enzo's on the Lake…read moreremains a local treasure. The lakeside view provides a stunning, romantic backdrop that elevates the entire evening--it's easily one of the most beautiful settings in Central Florida. The Highlights * The Custom Antipasto Tray: This is the star of the show. I love that you get to choose exactly the items you want. We opted for the mushrooms and shrimp, plus much more and all items were incredibly fresh and flavorful. It's a great way to tailor your starters to your specific cravings. * Fresh Starters: The house salad is a standout--crisp, fresh, and a perfect lead-in to the main course. * The Main Event: The Veal Scaloppine was tender and seasoned perfectly. It's clear they use high-quality cuts and traditional techniques here. * Sweet Finishes: Definitely save room for dessert. The wedding cake is wonderful and moist, and the peppermint ice cream is a refreshing, nostalgic treat that I highly recommend. Pro Tip: Parking They offer free valet parking, which makes the arrival seamless. Just a friendly reminder to bring some cash to tip the driver, as they provide excellent service! Overall: Between the customizable appetizers and the gorgeous view of the water, Enzo's is a top-tier choice for a special night out.

The space at The Audubon Room was perfect for my daughter's 30th birthday. It's an eclectic little…read morevenue that works really well for intimate gatherings and it comes with a fully stocked bar. The service was a bit uneven at times, but the specialty drinks were flowing all night and they were delicious. We also could order beer, wine, and any cocktail we wanted. They also had an A/V setup and huge wall-mounted monitor so we could play a loop of her photos along with a curated playlist, which made the party feel really personal. For a 4-hour celebration with an open bar, it was definitely worth the money. I recommend this space for groups of 20 or less.

5 Stars for a perfect, cozy little cocktail bar/party venue upstairs at East End Market…read more I've been grabbing drinks at The Neighbors for ages, but was excited to see they opened up The Audubon Room for cocktail service (before it was only reserved for private events). The room has comfy velvet seating, a bar with beautiful wallpaper, and you can order from the bar or from The Neighbors (which includes some food). I ordered off the menu because I had a hankering for a martini. Their house gin was Fords (yay!) and they added a couple of olives. The drinks were good all around, but the atmosphere is what really stood out. It feels intimate, cozy, and like the kind of spot you can stay at for hours. Can't wait to go back!

I go often for events. Vegan Market, Sunday Brunch, Wine Walk, Healing Events, Open Mic…read more.. One of my favorite venues downtown.

We held our post elopement celebration here and it was absolutely perfect! A Beautiful courtyard…read moreatmosphere with a ton of space that we highly recommend to anyone looking for an outdoor Venue. Felicia is the Property Manager and she is so sweet and helpful! She made planning an event a lot less stressful than it can be. Thank you Felicia and The Veranda for making our celebration so special !

Absolutely recommend. In the process of doing business and this Elaine Sims is smart, sharp, ultra…read moreprofessional and the sweetest person ever. Highly recommend, the hall is absolutely beautiful, spacious and the staff are very easy going and a complete joy to do business with!!! 5 stars!!!!

I was at Greek Fest this year and did not hear one OPA!…read more What I did see was lots of smiling people and why not? There was great food (lots of it) plus wonderful entertainment. This has always been a well organized event and it seems they have really enhanced the offerings. There was several ways to get fresh hot food. We went on a Saturday night and they had several different stations open and a lot of choices. We went with the shish kabob and Greek fries. Always a good choice! I saw another line with more dinner favorites. They even had multiple ways to get dessert. One place was cranking out donuts and hot dessert while the market had a long traditional bakery counter packed with goodies. Speaking of the market besides the bakery they had an area where you could take home "heat and eat" family sized entrees and soup. They even had inexpensive cooler bags for people like me who love a "home" cooked meal. They had lots of other food for sale. I bought a bunch of Greek oregano, blocks of cheese and some olives. They had jewelry of all prices and even a mini rummage sale. I left my husband watching the entertainment while I shopped but I did not feel bad. There was a lot of traditional dancing and a band. My favorite was when they dimmed the lights and women danced with candles. It was beautiful. Since this is a popular event, parking is offered several ways and they provide a shuttle. I paid the $5 for close parking and was able to find a spot just steps from the entrance.

Ive used this parking garage a few times since it was central to a few events I attended in this…read morearea. Parking rates were different everytime. The first time was $3. The second time was $10. And last night was $25. I guess it depends on the day and time you use the parking garage. I'm sure you can find free street parking elsewhere or something cheaper but I use it for convenience. I'm not a fan of parking far away in areas I don't really frequent and parking garages scare me at night especially when I'm alone. But this parking garage is pretty well lit and they do have security that patrol the area which makes me feel better. If you're heading to one of the restaurants on the main streets, get off the elevator on the garage level. Make your way down a short ramp to the left , and here you will find the Bao restaurant, a restaurant to the right, a small courtyard to the left (where I saw someone singing and playing a guitar), Kres chophouse across the street and Solitas Tacos and Margaritas is down to the right around the corner. I very rarely come to Downtown Orlando because of the traffic but when I do I use this garage. Just pay one flat rate and I'm good for the rest of the day/evening.

I'm a big fan of public transit, and a supporter of Sunrail - so, 5 stars. If you haven't tried…read morethem, you should. I LOVE waving at the cars jammed up on I4 or stopped at the crossing as my train cooly choo-choos by. Not schadenfreude, but yeah, there's satisfaction in having chosen the better mode of transportation. The only thing of import about Church Street Station is the location. Unlike most other stations that I've used/seen, the south-bound and north-bound platforms are not opposite each other. South-bound is south of South Street, on the west side, while north-bound is north of South, on the east side (got that?) Even google maps has this wrong, as they show only the north-bound location. I've reached out to the techs several times, but they have yet to correct it the last I looked. Happy riding!