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Rachelle Lucas

A foodie with a zest for life, I've taken my fascination with fine foods from The Travel Channel to my ongoing recipe collection at TheTravelBite.com. When I'm not traveling, I enjoy exploring local farmers' markets and checking out new restaurants in my hometown of Orlando. Follow me, and we'll taste the best of Florida, from casual food trucks to elegant fine dining.


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December 10, 2012

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Salt's Tuna Carpaccio

Moonlight and Moonpies Beachside Dining in Amelia Island

by Rachelle Lucas
December 10, 2012
The month of December brings us many reasons to celebrate, and The Ritz-Carlton Amelia Island has just given us one more: a fun Moonlight and Moonpies-themed dinner to celebrate the... Read blog »
Related Tags: Events, Dining, Luxury, Holidays

Flicks and Food Trucks

Food Truck Fridays: Flicks and Food Trucks in Tampa Bay

by Rachelle Lucas
December 07, 2012
This time of year the weather is perfect for catching a flick outside!  While Gary, our Off The Beaten Path Insider, might be able to tell us if there are... Read blog »
Related Tags: Tampa, Dining

Curtis Beebe with WCTV hosts.

Celebrity Chef Recipe: Kumquat Cranberry Gremolata

by Rachelle Lucas
December 06, 2012
  Have you ever heard of a kumquat? Not only is is a fun word to say aloud, it's also a tiny, tart fruit that looks like a miniature orange. They're... Read blog »
Related Tags: Dining, Dade City

Jimmy Hulas

Summertime in December at Jimmy Hulas

by Rachelle Lucas
December 05, 2012
You've probably heard countless "Christmas In July" promotions, but how about a little "Summertime In December? I know just the place ... Jimmy Hulas. My husband and I went out for dinner... Read blog »
Related Tags: Orlando, Winter Park, Dining

Holiday Lights

Food Truck Fridays: Holiday Lights Orlando

by Rachelle Lucas
November 30, 2012
Ready to get into the festive spirit for December? Tonight, the City of Orando will be hosting a holiday lights ceremony with food provided by The Daily City's Famous Food... Read blog »
Related Tags: Orlando, Dining

Chef Jim Shirley on WCTV

Recipe: 'Txangurro' or Basque Stuffed Crabs

by Rachelle Lucas
November 28, 2012
From this month's celebrity chef, Jim Shirley, we have a recipe that's easier to make then it is to pronounce. Anything made with crab is a real crowd pleaser and this... Read blog »
Related Tags: Pensacola, Dining

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