I was lucky enough to check out The Daily City Pop Up shop at a media preview event as a Yelp Elite…read moremember. I loved the location as it highlighted SODO (South of Downtown) and brought a hipster sorta vibe. Access to the location was super easy and parking was plentiful. You could try for a spot in front of the suite (across from TJ Maxx) or do what I did and park in the Target parking garage. The goal of this pop up shop is to highlight local and small businesses and artisans . There was a little of something for everything: Project Pop and their organic popcorn Cloak and Dapper had clothing and grooming tools for purchase Wondermade marshmallows Rifle Paper Co. (Stationary and cards) Whisk & Bowl (cooking & kitchen tools) J&G Chocolates (yay for samples) Orlando Doesn't Suck t-shirts These are only a handful of the businesses that were represented. Spa Privee was also there providing mini massages. It's definitely a great way to check out all those small businesses you see around town but all in one place. I also noticed they are offering special craft/art workshops(for a fee) throughout the weekend event so definitely worth checking out the schedule. For purchases, you pay at the front table next to the front door. Unfortunately only credit cards are accepted so keep that in mind. Looks like they are bringing out a few food trucks for the weekend event open to the public so it's a great way to incorporate date night with food and shopping! Plus you can get cute photos taken of yourselves playing shuffleboard!

The Daily City Pop Up Shop is cool... possibly a little too cool for me. But if you are in the SoDo…read morearea this week I'd recommend checking it out. The folks from the Daily City have brought together an interesting mix of local businesses in a very hipster-ish format. This is a great chance to check out some smaller businesses you may miss otherwise. I was able to go to the preview night last night with some friends. The shop was easy to find on the corner by the Target and TJ Maxx. There was street parking and also parking in the Target garage. The shop is set up with creative window displays and signs outside to let you know you've found the place. The format of the shop wasn't what I was expecting at all. I was expecting something more like a traditional market with different stalls for each business. There was a variety of businesses represented but the products were displayed like a traditional store with all of the products mixed together, not divided by brand. Since I am a super planner I had looked at the Daily City site before going to the shop and had an idea of the products I was interested in buying. The selection in the shop turned out to be pretty small and there weren't salespeople, so I ended up not buying anything. I specifically wanted to pick up an "Orlando Doesn't Suck" shirt. I completely missed the shirts on my first pass through the store until someone pointed out a small selection of them in the bottom drawer of a dresser. It was a pretty display, but not very functional. I honestly didn't want to mess up the display, so I ended up skipping the shirt (maybe I'll go back later in the week and get one once somebody else has messed up the nice folding). There were a ton of great products, fancy marshmallows, cool clothes, flower headbands, stationary, etc. And if you don't feel like shopping, there's shuffleboard. It's a fun and unique shopping experience.

The best high quality with lowest prices... Can't be beat…read morefor quality and prices . Large amount of Disney memorabilia.... Good selection of running wear

When I first got here I saw they were two buildings and didn't really know what the difference was…read more It seems like the smaller building is mainly Old Target stock that didn't get sold. The bigger building is like Disney Lost and found items that never got claimed. I decided to check both out since I made the Trek over. I didn't really find much in the smaller location, but in the bigger Disney return store I was able to find an umbrella for $3 and a sleep mask for $0.50. I did wash the sleep mask after I purchased it but it was basically brand new. You can find some really good things here. They also have some old Disney popcorn buckets. As the day went on there were a lot more people inside of the bigger location so I would recommend getting there early. The service was friendly and I would definitely come back here.

I was so excited to see numerous class offerings on Facebook and immediately registered. I love…read moreeverything "beachy" & chose to attend a Resin Art Class making ornaments with Bridget. The price and value are great. Online registration is easy. I received notifications to remind me of the class prior to the date. Upon arrival, you sign in, grab the appropriate size gloves and sit in your assigned seat. Your box with all needed supplies is provided & ready for you. Bridget is positioned at the front of the class and there are monitors on each side that displays what she is doing. She gives step by step instructions, walks around to help assist and answers any questions asked. The instructions are easy and the art comes out unique and beautiful. Everything was so well organized. I loved the class! I highly recommend Bridget and her classes. You should sign up for one for yourself or with a group soon!

So much fun!! I've never worked with resin before and now I'm hooked! My friend and I were a bit…read morenervous, but Bridget made us feel comfortable and is an excellent teacher. The studio is very nice and it the class was well organized. She has a great selection of pieces to work on and the cost is just right. I appreciate all the time and hard work she puts into her classes. I will be back! Thank you Bridget!

Loved the tamarind drink at the Brownwood strawberry festival this past weekend. I'm also a fan of…read morethe baba ghanoush! I'm not sure the name of the business reflects the Mediterranean goodies but if it works for them, then that's great!

The Cheesecake Lab was recently at Winter Haven Hospital. I had never heard of them before nor had…read moreI sampled any of their products. As a volunteer at the hospital, they were stationed right outside of my service area. I saw people lineup immediately and thought they must be good. I was given samples of numerous items and they were delicious. I bought a whole range of sweet and savory items, cheesecakes and dips, along with the pita bread. Everything, and I mean, everything was delicious. My husband has eaten virtually all of our items. In addition, the customer service was awesome! I can't wait for them to come back again.

The Peanut Man has 10 different flavors of boiled peanuts for sale on the roadside every Friday and…read moreSaturday. My favorites are the Cajun, Farm Boy, and Red Hots. He's also got dill pickle boiled peanuts. They sell out quick. In the busy summer months there can be up to 14 flavors for sale. Try before you buy. He takes credit/debit cards now. Frequent customers can ask for custom batches. He's a super nice guy and sells the best boiled peanuts in the South. He is usually there Friday from 10 AM to dusk and Saturday 10 AM to dusk, weather depending.

Has ALWAYS had the Best Boiled Peanuts ever! He was in Alachua, FL off of 441; however, moved near…read moreEllisville/Worthington Springs area with his family because of his health. Not sure where he's located now; however, before moving he said that he had some friends that had a produce stand near there and he'd be joining them in selling his Best Boiled Peanuts!! Takes cash, $5 for a quart bag, at least that was when he was still on 441 in Alachua, FL. Any updates would be nice because I miss his boiled peanuts! Our favorites are the Garlic, the Farm Boy, and the Cow Girl.

This is a heavenly bakery & cafe inside Water Tower Place food hall with a talented baker at its…read morehelm. (closed Mon/Tue) Open Wed-Sun at 8 - 6 (5 pm Sundays). The baked goods are fabulous and beautiful. I enjoyed their tornillos (cream horns) and other goodies. They also make tasty sandwiches and serve great coffee They cater & do pop-ups at Lakeside Village, Margaritaville, Auburndale and Saturday markets. Their breads and baked goods are stellar They are bilingual/Hispanic Give them a try! You'll definitely be back.

Absolutely love this amazing store! We have been to multiple locations throughout the eastern…read moreseaboard and each one impresses! The teas, salts and sugars are phenomenal! The guest service is always top notch too! Each store is beautifully decorated and designed perfectly! The Brownwood location was awesome as always and I will absolutely be back!

Stopped in for a glass of fresh brewed tea since they will brew any flavor you find in the store…read more They had a few customers in store but staff didn't seem to engaged or thrilled to serve. Waited at the back counter while one staff member was filling some spice jars and never acknowledged by her. It wasn't until another staff member came over that she asked if she could help us. We got the Strawberry Trifecta iced brewed. She never asked if we wanted any sweeteners so we just got it how it came. It had a nice light refreshing taste but did need some sweetener to help bring out the flavor. I think I'll get a bag of it next time I'm in store.