Staying cool can definitely be a challenge during hot summer months in Central Florida! Lucky for us, there are several ways to beat the heat this summer, and one of my favorites is with a delicious cold treat from one of our amazing local ice cream spots! Popsicles, slushies, ice cream, and more! Each venue offers a unique palette of flavors and something enticing for everyone to enjoy!

Allen's Creamery
Located in the heart of downtown Windermere on Main Street, Allen's is a local favorite, offering delicious flavors in a charming location. Built in 2008, this coffee and ice cream shop provides the perfect mix of excellent service, delicious products, and small-town nostalgia. Allen's offers a fun assortment of coffee drinks, ice cream, donuts, and…

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Eat well, stay active and enjoy life. Three simple elements that help promote a healthy lifestyle. Making these healthy choices can often seem daunting or overwhelming, but a local organization, The Foundation for a Healthier West Orange, and its grassroots movement, Healthy West Orange, are working to change all that!

Healthy West Orange - Orlando Lifestyle

The Movement
Established in 2016, Healthy West Orange is a dynamic movement that provides fun, resources, education, and social connections to Orange County residents. Everything from tasty recipes to fun fitness challenges to nutrition tips and more are available! Healthy West Orange helps residents develop healthy behaviors and encourages positive lifestyle choices.

The Community
This hyper-local movement is part of The Foundation…

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Drink in the sights and drink in the flavors! Immerse yourself in some of our best local wine experiences. Southwest Orlando offers a unique assortment of delicious wine opportunities from charming tasting rooms to scenic local vineyards and everything in between.

Cooper's Hawk
Gather with friends or your significant other at this fun location that offers a retail store, Napa-style tasting room, an upscale casual dining restaurant, and full-service bar all in one! Founded in 2005 and located on International Drive (off Sand Lake Road), Cooper’s Hawk is conveniently located minutes away from Restaurant Row, the Orlando Eye, Icon Park, and other popular attractions!

This local hot spot offers a fun vibe and an intimate environment. Be immediately…

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It is time to relax, unwind, and rejuvenate! Long days, hot weather and a hectic schedule can leave you feeling down and exhausted, and self-care has never been more important! Southwest Orlando boasts a number of relaxation experiences and exciting spa services to indulge in.

iSkinSecrets

Don't be fooled by the size of the location; iSkinSecrets is intimate and cozy and one of Windermere's best-hidden gems! Nayantara, the talented aesthetician, provides unique, one-of-a-kind treatments that are perfect for getting your skin and body in their healthiest state! Located across from the Windermere Town Hall on Main Street, this tranquil location offers facials, chemical treatments, body treatments, waxing, and more. Nayantara has over sixteen years of…

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