Cocina 214 is located north of Orlando in the nearby friendly town of Winter Park, just off the busy Park Avenue. Billed as "a contemporary Mexican kitchen", the menu includes a blend of customary Mexican dishes with popular Tex-Mex favorites. The surroundings are refined indoors, with a modern open dining and bar area, as well as bright and lively on the outside patio section. The menu features creations from the renowned chef, Francisco (Chico) Mendonca, including daily-prepared fresh items like flavorful sauces, tasty diverse salsas and warm tortillas. The full-service bar offers imported and domestic wines and beers, as well as margaritas and other specialty drinks. - Diane Dilov-Schultheis

Agave Azul is conveniently located north of Universal and International Drives and is the place to go for authentic Mexican cuisine. Step inside to simple, yet elegant and modern décor that offers a welcoming atmosphere as well as plenty of azul (blue) accents throughout. Seating for dining is offered inside or outside on a covered patio, but those looking for a refreshing beverage can take a chair at the full-service bar, which offers numerous drink specials and more than 100 brands of tequila. A live Mariachi band performs every Thursday and the daily happy hour is three hours long.

Tastebuds Catering at Winter Park offers catering for private affairs throughout the Central Florida area, but this is not all the company does. You can also taste their delicious home-cooked brunch items from their mobile truck. Places frequented include The Farmers Market in Winter Park on Saturdays, Winter Park Food Truck Stop most weekdays and other locations such as Apopka, Kissimmee, Downtown Orlando and additional special events in the area. Favorites include homemade Fresh Salsa, Cilantro Garlic Sauce served with Beef Quesadillas, Cilantro Lime Shrimp Salad, Beef Tostones, Shrimp Quesadillas, Tortilla Espanola, Chicken Empanadas and Spanish Omelets. Call ahead for precise timings.