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“Tofu is one of the most important ingredients in Chinese cooking,” says Joyce Kai, owner of Gourmet Chinese Restaurant in Orlando’s Mills 50 neighborhood. It is one of the oldest, with recorded descriptions dating back more than 2,000 years. Tofu is tofu. It is derived from soybeans (the soybean itself dates back about 5,000 years). It is made by fermenting the same way as cheese. Its use first spread to Japan, then throughout Asia, and then to the United States and Europe. Over the past few decades, we’ve seen it transform into all kinds of dairy-free products, from soft serve…
The University of Florida (UF) has topped a new national ranking that has nothing to do with football or basketball, but students and alumni alike should be excited. The University of California ranks No. 1 in the nation among high-enrollment public universities for preparing students to succeed in an economy being shaped by artificial intelligence, according to a new independent assessment. The University of Central Florida also made it into the top 10, ranking eighth in the nation. Los Angeles-based AIREDEX gave UF an overall AI readiness score of 9.7 out of 10 in an evaluation that the organization said…
Walt Disney World has added characters to the pre-show of Zootopia, an attraction that opened last year at Disney’s Animal Kingdom theme park. Mayor Brian Winddancer is currently appearing on screen ahead of the 4D show Zootopia: Better Zoogather, which takes place in a theater surrounded by the park’s iconic Tree of Life. He is a horse and actor turned politician who appears in Zootopia 2 and is voiced by actor Patrick Warburton. The Animal Kingdom attraction opened in early November last year, and the animated film hit theaters a few weeks later. “We were so excited to welcome him…
Universal Orlando has completed its lineup of haunted houses for Halloween Horror Nights, and the list has been officially announced. The tenth house release of HHN 2026 is Ozzy Osbourne: Prince of Darkness, which pays homage to the heavy metal icon and his solo career. The event begins on August 28th at Universal Studios theme park in Florida. “It was important to us to create an authentic experience that brings Ozzy’s creativity and personality to life in a spooky and immersive new way,” Mike Aiello, senior director of entertainment creative development, said in a news release. “Fans will discover so…
This year has not been a summer full of major attraction openings. While there have been some reopenings and re-envisionings here and there, theme park fans have mainly been forced to dream about projects that are still in the works. A multifaceted addition called the Magic of Disney Animation attraction is slated for mid-September at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, but right now we’re left wondering what’s going on behind the scenes. Although most projects have been announced, mysteries remain. Today we’re going to round up the biggies, not all the spots with plywood panels in the front. The situation changes daily,…
“How did a Greek-run pizzeria end up making Indian pizza?” asks Hetal Pancholi. He is one of the managers of Singas Famous Pizza, which has locations in both Orlando and Sanford. It’s an interesting story and can be condensed. In 1967, Greek immigrant Bill Singas opened a pizzeria in Queens, New York. Just to be clear, it’s Elmhurst, not Astoria. It was a traditional spot, but with a mix of homemade fusion dishes, such as pie with feta, spinach, and olives, and a touch of Mediterranean cuisine from his homeland on the menu. Pancholi’s father-in-law, Singas owner Naresh Patel, used…
Sunrise, Fla. — The Florida Panthers today announced the launch of an all-new Panthers Street Hockey League starting at Plantation Central Park. Children ages 8 to 14 can participate in the 13-week program, which includes practices, games, and playoffs from September to December. We welcome participants of all skill levels. The league has two divisions: Tuesday: U11 (ages 8-11) includes 4v4 gameplay with a goalkeeper Thursday: U14 (ages 12-14) includes full link 5v5 gameplay with a goalkeeper Required equipment includes sticks, helmets, gloves, shin guards, and elbow pads, which are recommended but not required. All equipment can be purchased directly…
Actress Lacey Chabert gave a glimpse of what she experienced while filming a Hallmark Christmas movie at Walt Disney World. “It was a dream come true. I got to go to Disney World and make a movie,” Chabert said during Tuesday’s broadcast of “Live with Kelly & Mark.” “We spent weeks filming in the park, which was really magical and a real pinch moment. And we also go to the park on holidays and have fun,” she said. The TV movie, titled “Holidays Ever After: Disney World’s Wishes Come True,” was shot entirely at Disney World in late 2025 and…
Gamblers in Florida report the highest losses per session of any state, with the average loss on a “bad day” reaching a staggering $4,436 per person.Online poker affiliate platform VIP Grinders surveyed 2,000 American adults to uncover gambling habits across the country, revealing where losses are greatest and where gamblers are most likely to hide the true amount of their spending from their loved ones.The numbers show that 38% (more than a third) of Florida gamblers admit to lying about a loss to someone close to them, such as a partner, family member or close friend. This finding is especially…
Everyone agrees that sidewalks are important.Sidewalks connect neighborhoods, schools, parks, and businesses, increasing safety and encouraging walking. But somewhere along the way, common sense gave way to bureaucracy.Today, local governments increasingly require builders to construct sidewalks that literally connect to nothing. It is not a walkway that completes the network. It is not a sidewalk leading to the school. It is not a sidewalk that improves pedestrian safety. It’s not a sidewalk that’s part of a larger public infrastructure plan based on community input.Instead, isolated patches of concrete are mandated by unelected bureaucrats in front of private homes on streets…