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There are a lot of mattress companies in South Carolina that claim to have the perfect mattress for everyone. At Sleep King, we believe that every person is different and has different needs when it comes to their mattress. That's why our mattress store in Orlando, FL, has a wide variety of beds and brands to choose from. That way, you can find the right mattress for your body and get the very best sleep quality possible.
As a family-owned and operated mattress store with more than 40 years of experience in the sleep industry, we know a thing or two about comfortable mattresses. Orlando residents choose Sleep King because we provide our customers with a personalized shopping experience. When you walk through our showroom doors, we want you to feel comfortable - both on our mattresses and with our store associates. At Sleep King, you won't ever have to worry about pushy salespeople and limited selection. Instead, you will discover that we encourage you to take your time as you search for your next bed. Sleep is incredibly important, and by proxy, finding the right mattress for your body type is too.
When you visit our showroom in Orlando, know that we are a full-service store with mattress experts ready to help. From questions about mattresses and their warranties to financing and mattress delivery, there's no question we haven't heard before.
We carry some of the most popular brands in America, and unlike other mattress stores in Orlando, offer them at the lowest prices around, guaranteed. There's a reason why we were voted your #1 mattress store in the Lowcountry - because we truly care about our customers and their quality of sleep!
Looking for discounts? Need to buy your mattress on a strict budget? We've got you covered at our new mattress clearance center in Orlando, where we have more than 50 models on display at 50-80% off retail value. Don't forget to ask us about our flexible financing options, where no credit is needed to make a purchase. Paying cash? We'll knock 5% off your bill!
As if that weren't enough reason to visit, remember that we provide free delivery, setup, and removal of your old mattress for FREE when you make a purchase at Sleep king.
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Store in Orlando, FL?
Our business model is simple - give customers quality beds from national brands at amazing prices, coupled with unmatched customer service. We know that your sleep is essential but also understand that normal folks aren't made of money. You need a solution that isn't going to break the bank, which is why we offer up to 75% off our products.
When we say we have a bed for every budget, we're serious.
A few of our mix and match deals include:
| Sets | Prize |
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| Twin Mattress Sets Beginning | at $169.00 |
| Full Mattress Sets Beginning | at $199.00 |
| Queen Mattress Sets Beginning | at $229.00 |
| King Mattress Sets Beginning | at $449.00 |
Of course, a mattress would be incomplete without a headboard, footboard, and rails. For queen mattresses, those items combined are only $199. At our mattress store, we pledge to beat any competitor's price on similar product specs - guaranteed! Here are just a few of the benefits of shopping at Mattress King
- *FREE* Bed Frame for Your New Bed*
- *FREE* Same-Day Local Mattress Delivery to Your Home*
- *FREE* Set-Up & Removal of Old Mattress from Your Home*
- *FREE* Mattress Pad Included with New Mattress*
- Rest Easy with Our 60-Day Comfort Guarantee
- We Have the Best Selection of Mattresses in Orlando with Five National Vendors
- On-Time Delivery
- Best Warranties in the Industry
- Sleep King Will Beat Anyone's Advertise Price by $50*(on purchases $299 and above)
- 0% Financing for 48 Months (APR, With Approved Credit)
- *See Store for Additional Details
Our Selection of
National Mattress
Brands
At Sleep King, we carry the largest selection of high-quality national brand mattresses in Orlando.
Sleep King MLILY Mattresses
Often considered the best mattress brand in the world, innovation sets MLILY mattresses apart from others. Our customers love MLILY mattresses because they are expertly built through decades of research and rigorous testing. The folks at MLILY are committed to precision, meaning every detail of product detail they push is geared towards the ultimate satisfaction and comfort.
Sleep Restonic Mattresses
Restonic Mattresses: Restonic line of mattresses are multi-layered beds with cooling foam technology that adds resilience, support, and temperature control. The result is a cool, comfy sleep that leaves you refreshed and ready to attack the day.
Sleep King Comfort Sleep Mattresses
Every mattress in the Comfort Sleep lineup has a great combo of support and comfort, making for a restful night's sleep. With heavy-gauge coils and high-performance materials, these mattresses are durable and built to last. Be sure to try one of these mattresses out in our showroom - our customers love the pocketed coils and minimal motion transfer.
Sleep King Golden Mattresses
The Golden brand is lesser known than some, like Tempurpedic. Still, it is a quality product with many foam and non-foam options that we think you'll love. Choose from standard memory foam, hybrid, and innerspring options while visiting our showroom in Orlando.
Tips on Choosing the Best Bed
There's much more to choosing a good bed than how you think it will look in your bedroom. There's plenty to think about, from innerspring options to memory foam and even hybrid mattresses. At Sleep King, our priority is our customers. We pride ourselves on excellent customer service. We want to do right by you, which why we want to be sure you find the perfect bed when you visit our mattress store in Orlando, FL. To help you get started, here are a few tips on choosing the best bed for your sleep needs.
Visit a Showroom
This tip might seem like a no-brainer to some, but it's important that you visit a showroom so that you can lay on different beds to get a feel for what you like. At Mattress King, you will have the chance to explore different styles, designs, and shapes, and mattress materials. Finding a bed online at a price you can afford is great, but you should lie on the bed first, not just look at it on a screen.
Determine Budget
Here's a surprising fact: just because a mattress costs more money, it doesn't mean it's going to be a better bed. Sure, more expensive beds might have newer technologies and materials, but not everyone has the budget to walk into a mattress store in Orlando and spend $3,000. Figure out what price range you're comfortable paying and look at the best options for your bottom line.
Consider Bedroom Size
Before you swing by our showroom and start trying out beds, it might be a good idea to measure the space where your new mattress will go. If your bedroom is on the small side, a king-sized bed might be too big. Similarly, a small bed in a huge room might make for strange aesthetics. Aim for a reasonable amount of room around your bed - enough where you can walk around comfortably. As mentioned above, get specific measurements of the area you plan to use. That way, you have peace of mind knowing your new mattress will fit in your bedroom.
Choose a Mattress Material
This tip often comes down to personal preference. It will take a little bit of trial and error to figure out which material works best for your back - innerspring, memory foam, or latex. While your friend's and family's opinions matter, keep in mind that their mattress choice was subjective. What works for them won't necessarily work for you.
Need a quick refresher on different mattress materials? Here's a quick overview
Innerspring
Also called coil mattresses, innerspring beds are probably the most well-known on this short list. Innerspring mattresses are often more affordable than their latex and memory foam counterparts. These beds are ideal for people who want a lot of support and a cooler night's sleep.
Latex
This material is known for its great cooling properties and overall comfort. With latex, there are no strange off-gassing odors like you sometimes get with memory foam. Latex mattresses are ideal for people who want a responsive, bouncy feel and may have problems sleeping hot.
Memory Foam
First developed by NASA in the 70s, memory foam is probably the most popular material in the modern mattress market. Memory foam conforms to every inch of your body, giving you maximum comfort and support. Memory foam is also know for its anti-motion properties. Memory foam can be a great choice if you tend to toss and turn at night and sleep with a partner who wakes up when you do. Memory foam mattresses are ideal for people who need pressure relief, good support, and refreshing comfort.
Think About Your Back
If you have a bad back, it's crucial that you find a mattress with proper support. Slat and spring beds often offer plenty of support, but latex and memory foam options have come a long way. If you want memory foam or latex but find the support to be subpar, consider an adjustable base instead of a normal platform. That way, you can always sleep in a comfortable position that benefits your back.
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Orlando, FL
You read that right! Sleep King is the first choice for quality beds in Orlando, but we also have a huge selection of furniture for your home. If you're looking for a one-stop-shop for mattresses and furniture alike, you have come to the right place. If you're shopping for a new mattress at the best price possible, why not throw in a bedroom suite at an amazing price too?
A few common furniture items that our customers love to add
to their mattress purchase include:
Living Room Sets - from traditional-style suites with classic textures to modern sets with attractive upholstery, we will help you find the best living room set for your home.
Bedroom Suites - our bedroom suites range from contemporary to classic and come in a variety of colors and styles to compliment your new mattress purchase.
Daybeds - from English-style daybeds available in espresso and cherry colors to multi-purpose beds with pull-out trundles, our selection of daybeds is unbeatable.
Futons - if you have younger children, they will love our futons. Who are we kidding? Adults do too! Futons are incredibly useful in small spaces and convert into comfy-cozy beds perfect for kids of all ages.
Bunkbeds - bunkbeds are another great option to consider if you have kids. Whether you have a classic-style home or an apartment, we have a style that fits you.
At Sleep King, we are proud to have the lowest prices in the Lowcountry
If you like what you see but don't have time to visit our mattress store in Orlando, don't worry. Our online store is bursting with new items and deals every day. From mattresses and bedding to furniture sets and special sale items, Mattress King has got it all. With the highest quality mattresses, the best prices in Orlando, a giant showroom with all the options, and a full team of helpful sales associates, you won't ever need to find another mattress and furniture store again!
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All the 2024 Florida MICHELIN Stars
MICHELIN Guidehttps://guide.michelin.com/us/en/article/michelin-guide-ceremony/michelin-stars-florida-guide-ceremony-miami-orlando-tampa
In case you missed it, the Florida selection saw the addition of 9 One Stars (two from Tampa, four from Orlando, and three from Miami) and 2 Green Stars earlier tonight.For Tampa, sleek and elegant interiors lead the charge as Ebbe and K?sen deliver dishes like braised oxtail with seared foie gras and sea bream wrapped around sprouts with shaved black truffle respectively.Orlando, on the other hand, promises a flavor-packed class of new Stars, ranging from Chef Tung Phan's ten-course Vietnamese-French tasting menu to husband-an...
In case you missed it, the Florida selection saw the addition of 9 One Stars (two from Tampa, four from Orlando, and three from Miami) and 2 Green Stars earlier tonight.
For Tampa, sleek and elegant interiors lead the charge as Ebbe and K?sen deliver dishes like braised oxtail with seared foie gras and sea bream wrapped around sprouts with shaved black truffle respectively.
Orlando, on the other hand, promises a flavor-packed class of new Stars, ranging from Chef Tung Phan's ten-course Vietnamese-French tasting menu to husband-and-wife duo Kevin and Maria Ruiz's Peruvian-Japanese fusion plates.
As for Miami, contemporary and Japanese options like EntreNos and Ogawa steal the show with high-quality ingredients and skillful techniques (think smoked dry-aged cobia and baby sea eels with a soy-cured quail egg).
Rounding out the selection is Green Stars Kaya (where more than 90% of produce comes from Florida farms) and Los Felix/Krüs Kitchen (where initiatives like eliminating the use of seed oils and fostering milpa centers have taken root).
Read below for the full list of Florida's newest Stars—and our Inspectors' takes.
New One Stars
Tampa
EbbeCuisine: Contemporary
Chef Ebbe Vollmer's eponymous downtown dweller isn't your typical Tampa restaurant. Sleek and contemporary with a space dominated by a U-shaped marble bar, it's hyper-focused with just one tasting menu. Scandinavian elements make their way onto the dishes here, hinting at the chef's Swedish background, and the cooking is both clever and confident without superfluous fuss. Artful plating takes center stage in dishes like the beet roulade with a brown butter and black cherry sauce. Fermented white asparagus beurre monté and sautéed spinach make a beautiful base for tender turbot that comes alive with a quenelle of sturgeon caviar. Braised oxtail with seared foie gras and a brunoise of sunchoke is equally rich and tender.
K?senCuisine: Japanese
This elegant restaurant takes a minimalist approach to its design, employing a dark color palette instead of the typical blonde wood. Though a two-concept spot (K? is a separate space for kaiseki), all eyes should be on the omakase, which Chef Wei Chen runs with skill and precision. Delicate sea bream wrapped around sprouts with shaved black truffle delivers dialed-in flavors, while tempura-fried kamasu, served with myoga and chilled, roasted sweet eggplant, is smart and spot on. After a handful of dishes from the kitchen, they progress into the nigiri. There’s plenty of showmanship and style, but the sushi leans traditional without a lot of fuss, as in the kinmedai, seared, then hit with a squeeze of lime.
Ledy Saengphaxay/K?sen
Orlando
CamilleCuisine: Vietnamese
Chef Tung Phan has taken the pop-up and given it permanence at this space just off Lake Baldwin. It's boldly sleek with elegant touches (think wood accents and beautiful lighting). Seats at the counter feature the ten-course Vietnamese-French tasting menu, while booths offer an abbreviated version. Rooted in French techniques, Vietnamese flavors are given a refined twist here. The Dungeness crab curry arrives with a tartlet shell, filled with crab meat and mixed with lime, served atop the lid, which when removed, reveals a deliciously hearty curry. Salmon over king trumpet noodles in a tamarind and pineapple sauce is creative, but the best may be saved for last. The sweet potato brioche topped with a "gold" chocolate ice cream and Vietnamese coffee sauce is an elegant finale.
Christopher Abeleda/Camille
NatsuCuisine: Japanese
At Natsu, there are just two seatings a night at this intimate omakase where a ten-seat counter dominates a spartan-styled room. Meals begin with four dishes from the kitchen, including chawanmushi and truffle kampachi, served with crispy potato straws and a yuzu truffle vinaigrette for an unexpected flavor combination that is especially memorable. The sushi is impressive and doesn't gild the lily, as in skin-on barracuda with a dynamic char or soy-marinated salmon that finishes ever-so-sweetly. Supremely buttery toro needs no flourish and is melt-in-your-mouth tender. It all rounds out with a hand roll and ice cream.
Titan Wang/Natsu
Papa LlamaCuisine: Peruvian
Don't be fooled by its modest surrounds, as the interior is modern and cool. Leather chairs are especially inviting, and tables offer a view of the gleaming kitchen.
The natural wine program is impressive. "Husband-and-wife duo Kevin and Maria Ruiz prepare modern Peruvian cuisine full of bright ingredients with a bit of polish, and the multicourse tasting menu is an approachable (and affordable) way to sample their sincere cooking. Nigiri kicks off the meal with a smart nod to the Peruvian tradition of Japanese fusion, delivering dialed-in flavors with confidence. Bok choy is elevated with bold, contrasting textures, while chicken thigh roulade with aji amarillo aioli is simply spectacular. For dessert, sweet potato donuts over a blueberry compote seal the deal.
Maria Belen Ruiz/PAPA LLAMA
Victoria & Albert'sCuisine: Contemporary
Nestled within Disney's crown jewel, the Grand Floridian Resort, this restaurant is by no means an easy reservation, but the reward is a kind of magic rarely seen these days. The setting is intimate, and the pacing is that of a leisurely, three-hour waltz orchestrated by a gracious brigade of veteran servers. Chef Matthew Sowers cooks with contemporary verve and draws on influences spanning from Asia to the Nordics. Think delicate tarts set with New Zealand langoustine, striking “sandwiches” made with venison carpaccio and red cabbage, and bold sauces like cherry-cola bordelaise. Other details like water lists, an ornate coffee and tea service, and a serious wine program further impress.
Kent Phillips/Victoria & Albert's
Miami
EntreNosCuisine: Contemporary
Chefs Evan Burgess and Osmel Gonzalez are at the helm of this dinner-only spot where a tightly edited à la carte menu puts the spotlight on Florida's seasons (and almost everything is sourced from the Sunshine State). The eclectic space has an inviting feel and the high dining counter offers a prime view of the open kitchen.
It may be small but don't underestimate it: High-quality ingredients meet serious skill here. The smoked dry-aged cobia is a perfect example of what this place does so well. Dry-aged for one week in-house, then smoked and finished over the grill, it's served with a Moujean tea beurre blanc sauce. Pumpkin flan is churned into ice cream and topped with pepita granola and coffee espumita for a dessert that is as unexpected as it is delightful.
Victor Mayoli/EntreNos
OgawaCuisine: Japanese
In a nod to the Little River neighborhood that it calls home, Ogawa translates to "small river." Chef/co-owner Masayuki Komatsu commands a presence with an omakase that stuns with a series of enticing cooked dishes and a procession of focused and skillful nigiri. From baby sea eels with a soy-cured quail egg and bigfin reef squid in a shiso-miso sauce to baby snow crab and Japanese-style herring roe, this appetizer of four bites is the first sign that this isn't your typical sushi counter. Then, lotus root, wild yam and langoustine tempura is sided by a thick sauce made from roasted langoustine shells. After the cooked dishes, nigiri comes next with bright and balanced kisu, creamy ebodai, squid topped with osetra caviar and anago dusted with sansho pepper exemplifying the chef's skill.
Diego Ingratta/Ogawa
ShingoCuisine: Japanese
Chef Shingo Akikuni, ever gracious and welcoming, has returned, now back in action behind a spacious, 14-seat counter in Coral Gables. Most premium sushi omakases work with half as many seats, but there’s no cause for concern here: Chef Akikuni and his second-in-command handle the crowd without breaking a sweat and even switch sides midway through the meal. Once the room fills with the sharp smell of vinegar to mix into the sushi rice, it’s off to the races. Fish is sourced almost entirely from Japan, sliced in uniform fashion, and, dressed with little more than a swipe of nikiri. They keep a close eye on the seasons too, evidenced by a recent special of high-grade tuna from Aomori prefecture and an indulgent chawanmushi with matsutake.
Salar Abduaziz/Shingo
New Green Stars
Their vision:
"We are proud that more than 90% of our produce is coming from Florida farms. We center our work around the Filipino value bayanihan, a spirit of communal support. We have built Kaya with the intention to improve the local restaurant-farmer-community ecosystem from how we hire and develop our team to partnering with local artisans, sourcing our produce and seafood as locally as possible, minimizing waste through intentional and creative utilization of byproducts."
Lee Romero/Kaya
Their vision:
"We have partnered with a select local producer due to their expertise, focus on, and keen understanding of the restaurant channels to foster milpa. The idea of milpa centers around the harmony of vegetables flourishing the bionutrients of the farm and the produce being grown. We also place a huge importance on supporting suppliers of local fish species. We only work with grass-fed/grass-finished meats, lamb and heritage pork. Another major initiative for us is the elimination of using seed oils."
The Infatuation/Krüs Kitchen
Hero image: Kent Phillips/Victoria & Albert's
Top 10 Things to Do for Cinco de Mayo – Events and More
Samantha Rosenthalhttps://www.orlandodatenightguide.com/cinco-de-mayo-11238/
Cinco de Mayo is just around the corner and there are plenty of local events perfect for celebrating this holiday. With Cinco de Mayo in Orlando on a Sunday this year you know there's lots of fun in store! We're sharing our favorite Cinco de Mayo Events in Orlando, plus some of our other ways to have a little fiesta of your own.Updated April 2024 by Meghan RothCinco de Mayo Events 2024May 4 & 5Waterfront Park330 3rd Street Clermont, FL 34711This 2 day event will have everything you would expect from a fami...
Cinco de Mayo is just around the corner and there are plenty of local events perfect for celebrating this holiday. With Cinco de Mayo in Orlando on a Sunday this year you know there's lots of fun in store! We're sharing our favorite Cinco de Mayo Events in Orlando, plus some of our other ways to have a little fiesta of your own.
Updated April 2024 by Meghan Roth
Cinco de Mayo Events 2024
May 4 & 5Waterfront Park330 3rd Street Clermont, FL 34711This 2 day event will have everything you would expect from a family friendly event, plus it will have TACOS and MARGARITAS. Come out and enjoy several types of food from local mobile kitchens, and food trucks, meet and shop at Local merchants pop-up stores, watch some Professional Wrestling/Lucha Libre, enjoy live music, plus a Dj, and a KID ZONE!!FREE (VIP tickets are $50)
May 4 & 5Kavas Tacos + Tequila9101 International Dr #1198, Orlando, FL 32819Locally-owned restaurant Kavas Tacos + Tequila is celebrating Cinco de Mayo and its 1st Anniversary with a weekend-long celebration. All Weekend long enjoy $6 house margaritas, $5 Korazon de Kavas Mexican lager (custom house beer), 50% off high-end tequilas, and a Mini Piñata scavenger hunt around Pointe Orlando to win complimentary items. Other weekend events include Party Llamas, Aerialist Performances, Mariachi & Folklorico Dancing, and Sugar Skull Stilt Walkers.
Saturday and Sunday, May 4 and May 5, 12pm – midnightThe Whole Enchilada Winter Garden129 W Plant St., Winter Garden, FL 34787This block party is going to be huge!! Two days of fun with FREE Swag, Raffle Prizes, Ice Luge, Music Entertainment, and face painting on Sunday 1pm – 5pm
Sunday, May 5, 11am-closeCocina 214151 E Welbourne Ave, Winter Park, FL 32789First-Come, First-Serve, so come early. 1.5 Hour Seating Limit, so everyone can enjoy! Drink specials include $3 Corona, $5 Mini Park Ave Lux with LALO Tequila, $6 Modelo Especial, $7 214 Rocks Margarita, and $7 Tito’s Lonestar Lemonade. Samples and giveaways all day!
Sunday, May 5, 12-6pmBaldwin ParkGet ready to fiesta like there's no mañana! Head to Baldwin Park for an epic Cinco de Mayo celebration featuring mouth-watering Mexican food refreshing drinks from Colibri, local vendors, and family-friendly activities. Groove to the beats of live music and a DJ! It's time to taco 'bout a party!FREE
Sunday, May 5, 3pmPromenade at Sunset Walk3251 Margaritaville Blvd., Kissimmee, FL 347472 Live Bands, 2 DJs, 2 Stages & 3 Amigos, Food & Beverage Specials, FREE Admission, & Parking
Sunday, May 5Rocco's Tacos and Tequila Bar7468 W Sand Lake Rd, Orlando, FL 32819Rocco's Tacos and Tequila Bar is bringing the ultimate Cinco de Mayo celebration at all nine locations featuring mouth-watering Mexican dishes, refreshing cocktails, and a lively atmosphere. To spice up the occasion, Rocco's Tacos is throwing Block Party on Sunday, May 5th. In addition to the delicious food and drinks, the block party will feature live music, street eats, and VIP bottle service.
Sunday, May 5, 11amThe Brass Tap – Waterford LakesEnjoy Live music, $10 Churro Waffles, Taco & Nacho specials all day, and Mexican Mimosas & Margarita deals.
Sunday, May 5, 11am – 8pmThe Breezeway Sanford112 E 1st St, Sanford, FL 32771Grab your best fiesta hat and join The Breezeway for Cinco de Mayo!
Sunday, May 5, 12-7pmForward / Slash650 S Capen Ave., Winter Park, FLCelebrate Cinco de Mayo with Forward/Slash this year! You read that right… they'll be open on Sunday, May 5th to celebrate the release of their first Agave, Sin Nombre. There will be special menus from Twisted Bites, Sunday Pizza, Fui Yo Mexicana + Gaucha Empanadas, A margarita collab with Fui Yo consommé x F/S agave, and Bungalower Buddy keychain holders get 15% off your bar tab & a complimentary taste of Sin Nombre. Enjoy sipping on margs in their newly opened indoor event space w/ an extra bar. FREE
Sunday, May 5, 12-11:30pmMango's Tropical Cafe8126 International Drive Orlando, FL 32819Get ready for a fiesta like no other at Mango's Tropical Cafe-Orlando. Join us for a night of music, dancing, and delicious drinks. There's no cover charge, so come on down and celebrate Cinco de Mayo in style.FREE
Sunday, May 5, 2-10pmUnderground Public House19 South Orange Ave, Orlando, FL 32801Gather your crew and prepare for a night of festive delights as we hop from one vibrant venue to another, embracing the spirit of Cinco De Mayo along the way. Indulge in delicious tacos, sip on refreshing margaritas, and soak in the lively atmosphere as we celebrate Mexican culture and heritage like never before.$19.99
April 25-28 and May 2-5Sea World OrlandoCelebrate Cinco de Mayo at SeaWorld Orlando with authentic music, delicious Mexican cuisine, and festive entertainment as part of their Seven Seas Food Festival. Event included with park admission.
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‘Yes on 4? rally held in Orlando as Florida justices tee up ballot measure to codify abortion rights
Emily McLeodhttps://www.clickorlando.com/news/local/2024/04/13/yes-on-4-rally-held-in-orlando-as-florida-justices-tee-up-ballot-measure-to-codify-abortion-rights/
News 6 hears from those for, against amendmentORLANDO, Fla. – The “Yes on 4″ campaign kicked off with a rally in Orlando on Saturday, about two weeks after Florida’s Supreme Court ruled to allow a November ballot measure on making abortion rights part of the state’s constitution.Hundreds of people showed up...
News 6 hears from those for, against amendment
ORLANDO, Fla. – The “Yes on 4″ campaign kicked off with a rally in Orlando on Saturday, about two weeks after Florida’s Supreme Court ruled to allow a November ballot measure on making abortion rights part of the state’s constitution.
Hundreds of people showed up to the rally at Lake Eola Park, including those on both sides of the issue. For Danielle Tallfuss, the subject hits close to home.
“I can tell you where I was and what I was doing the day Roe v. Wade was overturned,” Tallfuss said. “My experience was having to have an abortion at almost 23-weeks pregnant due to a fetal anomaly and at the time, Florida was a 24-week state, but I assure you if it had happened after the 15-week ban or now after the six-week ban, we would have traveled out of state to receive this care.”
On Monday, April 1, Florida’s Supreme Court passed down a ruling allowing a ballot measure to let voters decide whether the right to an abortion should be enshrined in the state’s constitution. The same court also upheld Florida’s 15-week abortion ban, which Gov. Ron DeSantis signed in 2022 and would ultimately make room for a six-week abortion ban he signed last year.
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Now, organizations across the state have come together for the “Yes on 4″ campaign to educate voters and gather support ahead of the November election.
“We can’t let patients be under the risk that the government is putting them under right now,” said Lauren Brenzel, “Yes on 4″ campaign director. “We need to get these politicians out of these healthcare decisions so that they can sit with patients and their doctors instead of their senator and their representatives.”
Those against the amendment also shared their thoughts at the rally. We asked Mark Romagosa if he would like to see a total abortion ban.
“Yes. We don’t choose, God chooses. It is not our choice, it’s God’s choice whether we live or die, it’s not up to us,” Romagosa said. “I’m very opposed to abortion, I think it’s one of the saddest things to ever hurt our nation and I’m totally against it. I’m hoping it can be reversed. It’s going to be a tough uphill battle.”
Amendment 4 will be on the ballot for the November 2024 general election.
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Nine Florida restaurants in Miami, Orlando and Tampa win Michelin stars. Here’s a list
Connie Oglehttps://www.miamiherald.com/miami-com/restaurants/article287766560.html
Nine Florida restaurants have just earned Michelin stars for 2024.On Thursday night at the Tampa Edition hotel, the internationally famous guide added three restaurants in Miami, four restaurants in Orlando and two in Tampa to lofty starred status, bringing the total in the state to 26 starred restaurants. All of the newly starred restaurants earned one star: Florida’s only two-star restaurant remains the ...
Nine Florida restaurants have just earned Michelin stars for 2024.
On Thursday night at the Tampa Edition hotel, the internationally famous guide added three restaurants in Miami, four restaurants in Orlando and two in Tampa to lofty starred status, bringing the total in the state to 26 starred restaurants. All of the newly starred restaurants earned one star: Florida’s only two-star restaurant remains the luxurious French spot L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon in Miami.
Gwendal Poullennec, international director of the Michelin guides, said that for the past three years, Florida’s dining scene has exploded.
“Since the arrival of the Michelin Guide to Florida in 2022, there has been significant growth in the state’s local culinary scene, proving Florida is a leading gastronomic destination for travelers near and far,” he said in a statement.
Two Florida restaurants, however, did not retain their stars this year: The Den at Azabu in Miami Beach and Knife & Fork in Orlando. The restaurants will remain in the guide as recommended restaurants.
There are 149 Florida restaurants in the guide, covering 38 types of cuisine. Once again, Michelin shows its affection for omakase-style dining: Each Florida city had at least one restaurant with an omakase menu that earned a star.
EntreNos: This dinner-only restaurant with a tiny menu sources almost 80 percent of its menu from Florida, a harder task than you might think. “High-quality ingredients meet serious skill here,” the guide writes, recommending the dry-aged cobia as an example.
Ogawa: At this elegant omakase spot in Miami’s Little River neighborhood, Michelin praises baby sea eels with a soy-cured quail egg and lotus root, wild yam and langoustine tempura.
Shingo: Chef Shingo Akikuni, who presided over Miami’s starred sushi den Hiden, opened his own restaurant last year in Coral Gables, serving an omakase menu on a stunning bar made from rare Hinoki wood. The 14-seat restaurant is located in the historic La Palma building.
Camille: Formerly a pop-up, this Vietnamese spot just off Lake Baldwin offers a 10-course French-Vietnamese tasting menu. Michelin applauds the Dungeness crab curry and salmon over king trumpet noodles in a tamarind and pineapple sauce.
Natsu: There are only two seatings a night at this 10-seat omakase counter, which serves chawanmushi (Japanese egg custard) and truffle kampachi served with potato straws and a yuzu truffle vinaigrette as well as “impressive” sushi.
Papa Llama: This Peruvian spot run by a husband-and-wife team offers a nod to Japanese fusion but also serves up a chicken thigh roulade with aji amarillo aioli that is “spectacular,” according to the guide.
Victoria & Albert’s: Getting a reservation at this famous spot at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort may be tough, but the wait is worth it, with Chef Matthew Sowers using influences “from Asia to the Nordics.”
Ebbe: In Swedish chef Ebbe Vollmer’s cuisine, you’ll find Scandinavian elements — and fine food, according to Michelin, which praised the beet roulade with a brown butter and black cheer sauce and braised oxtail with seared foie gras.
Kosen: This omakase restaurant, part of a two-concept spot that includes Ko, a space for kaiseki dining, offers dishes like sea bream wrapped around sprouts with shaved black truffle as well as unfussy nigiri.
The guide also awarded Green Stars — which indicate a restaurant upholds outstanding sustainable and eco-friendly practices — for the first time in Florida, honoring the Filipino restaurant Kaya in Orlando and Los Felix/Krus Kitchen in Miami.
Four special industry awards were also given for exceptional work in the industry. Justin Levaughn of Otto’s High Dive in Orlando won the Michelin Exceptional Cocktails Award, while Miami’s Gabriela Ospina of Boia De won the Michelin Sommelier Award. The Outstanding Service Award went to Israel Perez of Victoria & Albert’s in Orlando, and Tam Pham of Tam Tam in Miami earned the Young Chef Award.
Florida also has 33 restaurants dubbed Bib Gourmands, a designation that pays tribute to restaurants with good quality cuisine at a good value. Here are Florida’s:
Miami: Bachour, Chug’s Diner, Doya, El Turco, Ghee Indian Kitchen, Hometown Barbecue, Jaguar Sun, La Natural, Lucali, Mandolin Aegean Bistro, Michael’s Genuine, Phuc Yea, Rosie’s, Sanguich de Miami, Tam Tam, Tinta y Cafe, Zak the Baker and Zitz Sum.
Orlando: Bombay Street Kitchen, Domu, Isan Zaap, Norigami, Otto’s High Dive, Strand, Sushi Saint, Taste of Chengdu, The Ravenous Pig, Z Asian and Zaru.
Tampa: Gorkhali Kitchen, Psomi, Rooster and the Till, Streetlight Taco
This is the third year Michelin has evaluated Florida restaurants. State tourism and marketing agency Visit Florida and tourism agencies in Miami, Orlando and Tampa paid the guide an estimated $1.5 million for Michelin to highlight restaurants in the cities from 2022-2024.
In a statement, Michelin said the partnership could continue.
“Michelin cannot discuss the terms of its relationships for competitive reasons, although Michelin respects that partners might have disclosure agreements,” the statement said. “It’s worth mentioning that once the Guide arrives in a destination the intent is for it to remain there. Supported by partnerships, the inspectors will continue to evaluate restaurants in the current coverage areas while keeping an eye on other locales as possible culinary hot spots for inclusion.”
Florida's summer sizzle comes early with potential record-high temperatures this week
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Near-record temperatures forecast for FloridaSummerlike temperatures and dry conditions are creating fire weather conditions in South Florida this week and the warmth will continue into the weekend. Record temperatures are possible toward the end of the workweek for Tampa, Orlando and Tallahassee.ORLANDO, Fla. – Florida will get an early taste of ...
Near-record temperatures forecast for Florida
Summerlike temperatures and dry conditions are creating fire weather conditions in South Florida this week and the warmth will continue into the weekend. Record temperatures are possible toward the end of the workweek for Tampa, Orlando and Tallahassee.
ORLANDO, Fla. – Florida will get an early taste of summerlike heat this week. Temperatures are forecast to be up to 15 degrees above average for mid-April, bringing highs in the lower to mid-90s across much of the Sunshine State.
You are right if you think April is too early to feel this hot. According to the FOX Forecast Center, temperatures this week are forecast to be closer to the average for June or July.
A high-pressure system parked over Florida will cause temperatures to soar this week.
"We don't really have drought conditions in Florida, but because high pressure has been kind of set up and planted in place, you get the big-time heat with no added rain," FOX Weather Meteorologist Marissa Torres said. "We could start to see that narrative change for Florida as we continue to see things dry up at hot, hot temperatures."
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The lack of recent rain and warm temperatures could contribute to the spread of wildfires.
Tampa will be the first major city in the middle of the Florida Peninsula to hit the 90s this week. Tampa is forecast to hit 90 degrees on Tuesday and Wednesday and continue to skirt the upper 80s into the weekend.
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Landlocked Orlando won’t benefit much from coastal breezes. By Thursday, The City Beautiful will hit 90 and stay in the lower 90s through the weekend.
Miami might avoid sizzling through the week with highs in the lower 80s.
(FOX Weather)
Records could be set across Florida, Georgia and South Carolina by Thursday.
Tallahassee, Florida, is expected to reach 91 degrees on Thursday and Friday.
Atlanta might not make the 90s club yet but will come close on Thursday with a forecast high of 86 degrees. Other cities in the Southeast are more likely to hit that hot milestone on Thursday, with a high of 91 forecast in Augusta, Georgia.
Florida's dry season contributes to brushfire growth
While not in drought, the soil in Florida remains dry as the state is nearing the end of its typical dry season.
Florida Forest Service crews and local fire departments are responding to brushfires around the state fueled by dry vegetation.
Across Florida, less than 1 inch of rain has fallen since April 1, including in Miami and Fort Myers, where wildfires are currently burning.
The dry spell will likely create more opportunities for fires to spread quickly.
(FOX Weather)
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