August 2016 - Orlando Tourism Report

August 27, 2016

Ep 81- Hollywood East Rises Again (Or not, not really)

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Bob and Ginger of the Central Florida Film Fest talk about this year’s upcoming festival. Bob shares stories from his work with Ringling’s Christmas TV special and the early days of Orlando’s film industry. A lot of focus is on how the film industry has evolved locally. Then Veronica Russo stops by to talk about her new film, Mafiosa. This locally produced film stars numerous Hollywood talent and has received international awards. It will see its’ local premiere during the Central Florida Film Fest.

This week we’re light on the news but heavier on the interview with these three special guests.

We do talk about Taste of the Nation and the Kong themed display that Universal will have this year. Taste of the Nation Orlando, now in its 27^th year, will be held at the Orlando World Center Marriott this Saturday, August 27th from 6:45p.m to 10p.m. Tickets are $150.

Show Info

Hosts

Ken Storey
Robert of Mickey Updates
Brian of Orlando Park Pass
Jim of WildGravity Travels
Andy of Theme Parks and Travels
Online Trends Correspondent-Jake of Orlando Park Pass
Hotel Correspondent-Kyle
Show Researcher – Jay
Show Historian – Kevin Yee
Touring Shows and Media Correspondent- Richie

Special Guests

Bob Cook
Ginger Cook
Veronica Russo

Recording Date- Originally aired on WPRK 91.5 Winter Park on Friday, August 26th, 2016.

Important Links-

Central Florida Film Fest

Mafiosa

WDW’s Western Way Expansion

Joey Fatone’s hot dog stand to open Sept 10

PizzeRizzo gets cool, retro style signage

August 24, 2016

Ep 80 – Chef Eric Talks Taste of the Nation 2016

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Chef Eric, Director of Restaurant Operations at the Orlando World Center Marriott, stops by Studio B to discuss Taste of the Nation Orlando with us. While the majority of the conversation is focused on this fantastic local fundraiser for Second Harvest Food Bank, Florida Impact and Coalition for the Homeless Chef Eric also took the time to help celebrate the growing local foodie scene that Taste of the Nation helps showcase.

As one of the lead Chefs at the largest Marriott property in the world Chef Eric is tasked with overseeing 8 restaurants and staff over 400. Together they help create flawless experiences for guests at the resort. This is showcased at Taste of the Nation better than anywhere else. The event fills one of the largest, non-columned ballrooms in the nation with the some of the biggest local talent for a night not to be forgotten all with proceeds going to help alleviate local issues.

Taste of the Nation Orlando, now in its 27^th year, will be held at the Orlando World Center Marriott this Saturday, August 27th from 6:45p.m to 10p.m. Tickets are $150.

Show Info

Hosts

Ken Storey
Robert of Mickey Updates
Brian of Orlando Park Pass
Jim of WildGravity Travels
Andy of Theme Parks and Travels
Online Trends Correspondent-Jake of Orlando Park Pass
Hotel Correspondent-Kyle
Show Researcher – Jay
Show Historian – Kevin Yee
Touring Shows and Media Correspondent- Richie

Special Guests

Chef Eric, Director of Restaurant Operations at the Orlando World Center Marriott

Recording Date- Originally aired on WPRK 91.5 Winter Park on Friday August 5th, 2016.

Music- Song One

Important Links-

Taste of the Nation

OrlTaste on Facebook

OrlTaste of Twitter

OrlTaste on Instagram

Orlando World Center Marriott

WPRK