Something Fishy

2107 E Semoran Blvd.
Apopka, FL 32703
(407) 703-4850
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Recently, I had an opportunity to check out Apopka’s adored, family-friendly, seafood restaurant called “Something Fishy”.

Something Fishy has been in the Apopka area for over two years now, but I don’t get over to that side of town very often, so they were not on my radar, but that may change.

We really enjoyed the food and the atmosphere here, but the most important thing of this “mom & pop restaurant is just that… It’s about as mom and pop as you can get with a great family running the business and cooking the food, after one visit, you'll feel like family.

Chef and Owner Terence Phillips and his wife of 24 years Patrice Phillips hold down the fort at Something Fishy. Terence fulfilled his lifelong dream of opening Something Fishy, which is as he says “A reflection of the Phillips family gatherings and celebrations”

The 1500 square foot restaurant is a fast-casual concept where you order your food, take a seat, and it is brought out to you, or you can order your food to go as well. Inside there are tables and chairs with influences of South Hampton, Long Island for the decor. It’s not a huge space, but it works for them for right now. On Saturdays, seating may be limited, as lines can be going out the door, so it’s first come first serve here.

Something Fishy specializes in seafood that’s grilled, pan-seared or fried, served in a variety of selections from delicious fish tacos to crab cakes. The evolving menu, crafted by Chef Terence features starters, salads, build your own fishy bowls and classic seafood entrees with a fusion of new age, fresh flavors and innovation served straight from “Chef T’s” kitchen. 

We started our evening off with a selection of fried deliciousness that featured a sampling of fried cauliflower, calamari rings and tentacles and sweet corn hushpuppies. The fried cauliflower is a newer addition to the menu.

The Lump Crab Cake was really good with no fillers and a drizzle of cilantro aioli mayo with a side of Wasabi Slaw. We did a have a sample size portion, so the full order is a bit larger than pictured, but It’s a really good crab cake you can get as meal all by itself.

These Salmon Tacos with black bean and corn salsa and Wasabi slaw were pretty tasty also. I'm not the biggest fan of salmon, unless its raw for sushi or sashimi purposes, but these had a good flavor. You can get your tacos with any fish they offer at Something Fishy also. 

This was a very interesting Fish Sandwich made with Swai..an Asian catfish that is very tasty with a mild flavor. Chef T told me they use Swai for the consistency of the flavor and texture, and after tasting it, I can see why. The batter was perfect also.

These Jumbo Blackened Shrimp have a great flavor and are pretty damn jumbo!

I was really impressed with the Unicorn Fish…It was my first time ever having Unicorn Fish...and yes it's a real thing, and yes it was very good, especially blackened. 

One of the newer concepts to Something Fishy is called “Something Sweet” an in house bakery program, that is still being tweaked, but on our visit we had this lovely and delicious Lemon Cake that was a slice of heaven and a great way to end our visit.

In addition to introducing “Something Sweet”, Something Fishy is also implementing more catering and business lunches To Go programs.

“We could not be more excited to celebrate the second year of Something Fishy,” says Terence and Patrice Phillips. We are beyond grateful for the love, encouragement and support from family and friends and the community who have embraced us in our first year, and we look forward to welcoming even more Central Florida fish lovers into the Something Fishy family this year and for many more years to come.”

Stop by Something Fishy in Apopka and say hello! Terence and Patricia will make you feel like family from the moment you walk in with open arms, and the food is great too.

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The Glass Knife is Opening Soon in Winter Park

276 S Orlando Ave.

Winter Park FL, 32789

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Coming this fall, one of Winter Park’s premier business districts will welcome a new cafe, The Glass Knife, that aims to become Central Florida’s go-to destination for its line of elevated, decadent cakes, elegant desserts and other sweet treats. 

The restaurant will also offer a savory menu for breakfast and lunch, plus a variety of evening items.

The Glass Knife is inspired by a loving mother and hobbyist baker whose talents transformed her culinary passion into a creative profession. Fostered through a collection of family and friends, the recipes shared during these time-honored baking sessions are the nostalgic basis for what will come to life within The Glass Knife.

The cafe was developed by local entrepreneur Steve Brown, as a way to share his memories of baking alongside his mother, Jacque, and his vision to establish a sophisticated, yet comfortable community gathering place that encourages togetherness and celebration.

The location’s design will tell a story that brings its guests back to a specific moment in time, whether through the delicious cakes and pastries, savory fare or the artfully displayed collection of 1920s era glass cake knives which were a treasured collection of Brown’s mother and serve as the origin of its name.

Under the direction and deft hand of Executive Chef Stuart Whitfield, who has worked for some of the country’s premiere hospitality brands (Four Seasons, Le Cirque, David Burke & Donatella, The Walt Disney Company), The Glass Knife plans to make its mark on Orlando’s ever-evolving dining scene by providing its guests with world-class food and service, presented within a refined, yet approachable, environment.

The Glass Knife will offer a variety of stunningly delicious cake options including its Classics, which will embrace timeless family favorites like Red Velvet, Carrot and Coconut cakes, all with Chef Stuart’s modern twist. The Glass Knife Signatures will be created as one-of-a-kind, patisserie-style cakes, that will bring a refined selection of celebratory sweets to Winter Park.

Chef Stuart will craft a lineup of artisan donuts including melt-in-your-mouth versions of Lemon Meringue Pie and Peanut Butter Cup. A variety of additional fresh baked goods and pastries including scones, croissants, and cookies will also be featured.

Recognizing that nothing goes better with dessert than a great cup of coffee and setting the stage to become Winter Park’s premier coffee destination, The Glass Knife will use carefully sourced, fair-trade beans prepared by expert baristas within a unique and engaging serving experience that will utilize stylish and sophisticated technology.

Those looking to combine both sweet and savory will not be disappointed by the cafes offerings, which will include breakfast fare along with soup, salads and sandwiches, plus heartier choices like chicken pot pie alongside a selection of craft beer and fine wine.

Strawberry: Strawberry infused cake layered with house-made jam, filled with strawberry Italian buttercream and topped with our own house-made strawberry icing, fresh strawberries, a dusting of rose gold luster and our signature chocolate curl.

Carrot: Wonderfully spiced carrot cake layered with house-made pineapple jam, rich cream cheese icing, then finished with a wisp of our own house-made buttercream and embellished with a crescent of vibrant flowers and edible 23-karat gold flakes.

Coconut Cream: Classic white cake infused with cream of coconut, filled with layers of coconut custard and macaroon cream, then topped with our own house-made buttercream and lustered confetti coconut, trimmed with gold-leafed meringue kisses, French macaron and our signature chocolate curl.

Vanilla Vanilla: Layers of rich yellow cake filled and topped with our own house-made buttercream and whimsically finished with a medley of rock candy, novelty sprinkles and edible 23-karat gold flakes.

Chocolate Chocolate: Incredibly moist layers of rich chocolate cake, filled with house-made chocolate buttercream and luscious chocolate ganache, enveloped in a sleek chocolate sugar wrap accented with golden bands and pearls.

Southern Red Velvet: Vibrant red, cocoa-infused cake layered with delectable cheesecake and rich cream cheese icing, then topped with our own house-made buttercream and garnished with a swirl of gilded sprinkles and edible 23-karat gold flakes

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