Soo.. some things I want to keep for myself but this event was way too awesome to do that!…read more It rained us out but I would spend hours sitting and holding a legit vibe here. Fresh Juice. Homemade baked goods. And all the things needed for a girl to feel good! Can't wait to come back!

I recently learned about this night market , I believe that may be a new or a reestablished effort…read more It is the 1st Saturday of the month from 5pm-9pm. I decided to come check it out. They have a live DJ, and the atmosphere is welcoming. It is easy to find... just follow the crowd and the sound of music. It's a small market, but there are a good number of vendors offering food items, clothing, jewelry, plants, mushrooms, and art, among other things. I decided to buy two coloring books (for a neice) from two separate young and black artists. The parking is decent - there is a grassy lot as well as street parking, all free and first come, first serve. Next time, I may have to come ready to eat so I can sample food from the BBQ truck.

All Hallows Eve Boutique (Boo-tique) opened in August of 2021 in Islands of Adventure in the Lost…read moreContinent section of the park next to the Mystic Fountain. It is the equivalent to the Tribute Store in Universal Studios. This store is for all of the fans of Halloween. The store has two sections, the entry way and the main area. In the entry way is where you'll find Halloween Horror Nights merchandise based on Universal intellectual properties like Beetlejuice and the Universal Monsters. The main part of the store has other spooky offering along with art by local artists. I saw a lot of T shirts, glasses, collectibles, jewelry and some food items. The store is highly themed with pumpkins, fall leaves, and flickering lights in alcoves. For Christmas the store name was changed to All Hallows Eve Krampus Boutique. My daughter knew more about the store than the disinterested employee working there. She asked him where she could find the HHN props she heard they had and he had no clue. It is very dark in there and probably not a place I would want to be hanging out all day either. We didn't end buying anything but it is a cool stop for anyone who loves Halloween and HHH.

Extremely cute Halloween and tropical themed shop inside Island of Adventure, in the Lost Continent…read moresection. If you are a Halloween person like I am, no matter the time of year this place will be the place for you in Universal Island of Adventure to fulfill your spooky needs. The statues and ambiance of this boutique were everything I needed and expected from a monster themed shop within the parks. I am so glad I found this because I didn't even see it advertised on the app. Definitely will be back if I ever come back to the parks in Orlando.

This spot is soo much fun. We came with our ladies group so there were quite a few of us. Check in…read morewas easy and quick and the staff is knowledgeable on their systems. The shop has a warm lived in/worked in feeling so you don't feel bad about spills or accidents. This does not mean it was sloppy inside, it was actually quite neat and tidy. We chose our pieces in advance and there were SO many options to look through. You can choose trays, snack boards, serving trays, places and MANY other options. I really liked that there were seasonal as well as household name banners and friendly welcoming phrases. I love making stuff like this. For what you pay you get a nice little keepsake, or even something you can give away. There are also several different priced items so you don't feel like you HAVE pay a fortune. Definitely check them out!

We had a great time, and since I know they are closing this month I wanted to leave one last review…read morefor them. If you get a chance to stop by they are selling all the art from the walls at a discounted price. I really appreciate the options on the website, and we were able to make ones that will look great in our home. You can customize with whatever color and finishes you like so it's really your art! Sad to see them go!

Amazing experience! The staff is great and knowledgeable , price is very fair, extremely delicious,…read moredirections are so good and simple. We loved it!!!!

My son went here for a week of cooking camp and honestly I can't thank Diana and her husband enough…read morefor the kindness they showed for my boy. He is 7 and a picky eater so this was definitely out of his comfort zone but I was proud of him for trying. Diana sent pictures daily so we could see what they were doing in class and updated me on anything important. The portions they made were great and can feed multiple people. It was so fun to eat my son's creations for dinner each night :) I loved how proud that made him (even if he wouldn't take more than one bite himself) We will be back!

My friend and I came here to make soaps. They had a lot of availability, so it was easy to find a…read moretime that worked for us. Here, you can make, candles, soaps, and lipgloss. There may be other items as well, but those are the three things I saw people making while we were there. The space is small and hard to find. Inside, there's one table that seats about 8 people, so just know there is a good chance you'll be sharing your time with someone else. They have a huge variety of scents and colors you can use for your soap and candles. They are very easy to make, and all 6 of ours turned out great. Keep in mind that the soap takes about 30 minutes to make and about an hour to harden before you can take it home. We didn't plan for that, so I thought I should note it.

LOCAL REVIEW: I'm slowly trying to enter my green thumb era and I am so glad that I found Jungle…read moreRoom through Yelp! If you're thinking about going, they are celebrating their 7th anniversary with all kinds of deals through MAY 25! The first standout is the customer service. I received help from Blaine (sp?) today. He is knowledgeable, honest, and easy to talk to. I needed help repotting an orchid. First, I couldn't believe how affordable it was - only $8. Blaine handled my plant with care and explained every step he took, going into detail of why he trimmed certain things, explaining the moss that it needs, and gave me instructions for a watering schedule. He clearly knows his stuff so I also got his advice for my plant purchases as well! I bought 2 cute plants with pots for my patio. Blaine even potted those too. Beyond the service, there was an array of plants and pots in a variety of price points. What also drew me is that there is a diverse collection of popular plants but also rare ones too and they all are grown locally at the BWH Greenhouse in Apopka, FL. The shopping experience is also delightful as there are 2 comfy leather couches to sit - it made the space feel so inviting. I saw several people stop to chat with coffees while I was there. The corner shop seems to have made the most of every square foot. Besides the plant-lined space, and in addition to the cozy couches, there was also a work station for the repotting, and an event room with a large table. Jungle Room by BWH Plant is not only a plant shop, but has community-building experiences too. They offer a variety of reoccurring events and workshops like BINGO, paint your pet, making terrariums... I can't wait to start attending! Location is excellent in The Drive, the main street for shopping and dining in College Park. There is plenty of free street parking in the area around Jungle Room. Note that they are closed on Mondays. Open 12pm-7pm Tues-Weds, 10am-8pm Thurs-Sat, and 10am-5pm Sun.

The Jungle Room is such a cute little find! I loved that…read morethey have a whole workshop area where they offer pottery classes for all ages. I haven't taken a class yet, but seeing the setup definitely made me want to schedule one and give it a try. It looks like such a fun activity for all ages. The place itself is super cute and cozy, and they have so many different plants that you can buy for your home or really any setting. There's also an entire wall that is perfect for taking cute pictures, which I obviously had to check out. I'll definitely be coming back, especially to try one of their pottery classes. If you're in the area, they're located in College Park along the Drive, right next to the record store. Definitely check them out.

Snap! is such a wonderful local gem that everyone should know about! The owners, Patrick & Holly…read moreKahn, have brought something truly special to Orlando and they so work hard to bring this city some incredible photography exhibits. Some people might find this place tricky to find. Snap! is located on the first floor of the Camden Thornton Park Apartments. You actually enter through the leasing office for the apartment building, and the gallery is located just to the left as soon as you walk in. Their hours are 11am-6pm and they are closed on Sundays. Plenty of metered street parking is available in the surrounding area. Currently on view in the main gallery is the work of Martin Stranka (through Oct. 2, 2021) -- prepare to be fully immersed in all its beauty. As a lover of both florals and photography, Martin Stranka's exhibit truly speaks to my soul. The image of the car with the flowers pouring out of it... omg, I need it hanging in my house stat! There are two other smaller galleries located down the hall that feature some other local artists as well. You should definitely make an effort to check out one of their exhibition opening parties, which are free to attend. There's always great music, drinks, and a nice crowd of Orlandoans who love to support the local arts.

Enjoyed the Florida Showcase art opening in this lovely gallery! It's not large, but displayed…read moremany beautiful works by local artists.

This place is awesome. There's so much history here. Check…read moreout all the bronze sculptures and African art.

I was visiting my son and decided to go to the Bronze Kingdom. It's new to Orlando. The place was…read morenice but small $12.00 to explore on your own or $24 for a group lead experience with a tour guide. There was an investor name Gwana there; he made our time there delightful. We had lunch after viewing the expedition. I had blackened salmon, which was delicious.