Explore " #helloapgd" with insightful episodes like "Chef Tim Lovero of Coro Restaurant", "Sean "Sonny" Nguyen of Domu", "Cesar Cruz of C-M Bakarí", "Trevor Brown of Fannie Hillman + Associates" and "Principal Trevor Honohan of Audubon Park School K-8" from podcasts like ""Hello APGD", "Hello APGD", "Hello APGD", "Hello APGD" and "Hello APGD"" and more!
Meet Tim—Chef-Owner of APGD’s next great restaurant, Coro; coming soon to the former B3 Cafe space. Tim started his culinary journey at Luma on Park, made pasta to sell at the Audubon Park Market, and worked with Chef Tony Adams on the Big Wheel Provisions food truck. After several years at Luma, Prato, and Luke’s; Tim’s return to Audubon Park is much-anticipated and long-awaited!
Meet Sonny--Chef/Owner of EDOBOY, TORI TORI, and DOMU--Audubon Park's beloved ramen restaurant, located at East End Market. Celebrating 7 years in operation, plus a recent Michelin "Bib Gourmand" recognition for quality and value; DOMU has been a literal dream come true (also the name's meaning). Sonny's innovative spirit and collaborative leadership philosophies have been critical to the success of his seven restaurants through the years.
Meet Cesar, artisan baker of delicious breads and pizzas who shares his talents with the APGD every Monday night at the Audubon Park Community Market. Cesar talks about his culinary journey, from his formative years in Puerto Rico, to graduating from culinary school, to working at several top restaurants in Central Florida, to shifting gears into breadmaking full-time while perfecting his flour mixes and recipes for all to enjoy. Visit them at https://cmbakari.com
Meet Trevor—Audubon Park resident, Realtor, and sponsor of this very podcast you're listening to. Along with sharing his expertise in buying and selling homes, Trevor works with each customer to gain a better understanding of their lifestyle and interests to ensure that they're matched up with a home that works best for their long-term needs. His community-minded attitude and support of local businesses has earned him multiple awards and his commitment to customer service is unmistakeable.
https://www.fanniehillman.com/agents/83619-trevor-brown
Meet Trevor, Principal of the award-winning Kindergarten through 8th grade public school in Orlando's own Audubon Park neighborhood. Principal Honohan shares his philosophies on leading with grace and empathy; trusting the experts (teachers); prioritizing social and emotional learning; fundraising for campus improvement projects; the importance of matching the vibe of the neighborhood; and ensuring kids utilize their voices through video production, art, music, and poetry.
Meet Christina, owner and operator of Frame Masters Gallery in Audubon Park. From an early age, Christina always found happiness in designing, building, dismantling, and tinkering. In her shop, she gets to do all of the above while also figuring out how to frame just about anything you can think of. Even more incredible, she also takes the extra time to really get to know and understand her customers, making sure everyone is heard and leaves her shop with a smile (or crying happy tears.) Either way, it’s all very inspiring. You can also visit her shop online at http://Fmgorlando.com or on Instagram @theframemastersgallery
Meet Lexi, Audubon Park resident and Chef/Owner at Swine & Sons in Historic Winter Park, FL. A recent Michelin Bib Gourmand Award recipient, Swine & Sons has been serving up exceptional southern food to Central Florida since 2015. We talk about what it's like to cook on camera for a Guy Fieri game show, raising a family while also raising a family business, and growing up in the industry. Visit them online at https://swineandsons.com
Meet Tré, talented musician, a truly wonderful soul, and the guy who graciously helped get this podcast launched. Recorded New Year’s Eve 2022, we discuss the podcasting learning curve, music + other forms of therapy, and trying to cut back on prefacing things with “as I get older…” Check out his latest music project at https://completions.bandcamp.com
Meet Steven--Audubon Park's very own eco- and customer-friendly photographer who studied at the Rosen College of Hospitality Management at UCF. Steven's talent, experience, positive attitude, and dedication to top-notch customer service are the cornerstones of his wildly successful business over the past 12 years. Visit them online at https://www.stevenmillerpix.com
Meet Richard--the architect behind Legoland Hotel; the artist who created a series of paintings inspired by the colors, textures, and architecture of Audubon Park; and a genuinely kind and helping soul. We discuss the neighborhood's controversial origin story, how mid-century modern architecture seeks to create a sense of hope, and what potential sustainability practices we might be seeing in the future.
Meet Richard (a.k.a. Horsebites)--co-founder of The VNM, founding member of The Black Axe, professional artist, drummer, Audubon Park resident, and all-around swell guy. This episode coincides with two January Orlando Music History events, with an art show (featuring Horsebites) which is on display at Stardust Video & Coffee for the month of January.
Meet Carolina and Julie of Airmed Ketamine Clinic, which specializes in the treatment of anxiety, depression, chronic pain, PTSD, and addiction. Airmed is located in neighboring Baldwin Park and Julie is also a resident of Audubon Park. Visit them online at https://www.airmedk.com
This episode discusses sensitive topics including suicide, so please take care when listening. Dial 988 if you or someone you know needs assistance from the US National Suicide Prevention Lifeline.
Meet Tony Villalobos and Pablo Sierra—childhood friends and co-owners of Lobos Coffee Roasters. Since 2020, the Lobos Team has been elevating Orlando’s coffee scene through their personalized approach to purchasing directly from coffee farms, finding the perfect roast for each origin, and creating exciting new drink recipes based on seasonal flavors and customer tastes. Visit them online at https://loboscoffeeroasters.com
Meet Matt Hinckley, the celebrated Chef and “Pigsmith” behind Hinckley’s Fancy Meats at East End Market in Orlando, FL. We discuss Matt’s time at various Michelin- and James Beard-recognized restaurants and what inspired him to create our favorite charcuterie and sandwich spot in Audubon Park. Visit them online at https://www.hinckleymeats.com
Meet Kelly and Scott Seidl, founders of Kelly's Homemade Ice Cream; Central Florida's favorite dessert spot since 2015. Recorded on a day that Kelly and Scott happen to be celebrating the opening of their 12th Florida location, along with 7 years in their flagship Audubon Park scoop shop. Be sure to celebrate with them on National Ice Cream Day (July 17th) and any other day you need a treat! Visit them online at https://www.kellyshomemadeicecream.com
Meet Andy Walker, co-owner of Joybird Books--Audubon Park's very own new- and used-bookseller; showcasing local artists and authors, hosting a variety of community-building events, and being all-around awesome people! Visit them online at https://www.joybirdbooks.com
Meet Bob O’Bryant, long-time Audubon Park resident and real estate expert with Keller Williams Realty at the Parks. We learn about the neighborhood's history, Central Florida's housing trends, and why Audubon Park is such a popular place to live.
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