To truly know a city, you’ve got to eat where the locals eat—and in Orlando, that means heading straight to Mills 50. In this episode, David & Tim joins Ricky Lee, the voice behind beloved local food blog Tasty Chomps, for a walking tour of one of Orlando’s most vibrant culinary neighborhoods.

From Vietnamese curry to Michelin-linked food stalls, you’ll explore the evolving story of this historically Vietnamese district, now a hub of pan-Asian food halls, local chefs, and a deeply rooted community. And in true Travel in 10 fashion, the tour takes a twist as the crew ends up courtside—sampling upscale eats at an Orlando Magic game.

This is Orlando beyond the theme parks, told one bite at a time.

Mills Market (formerly Binhung Market)

1. Once a traditional Vietnamese grocery, now a modern food hall with deep family roots. Hear how local families transformed it into a new kind of gathering space.

Banh Mi Boy

1. A side project from the Michelin-starred team behind Soseki and Sorakara, serving a pho French dip banh mi you won’t forget.

Uni Girl & Japanese Curry Stall

1. Small but mighty—this pop-up concept serves a rich Japanese beef curry topped with cheese croquette. One of the day's favorite dishes.

Camille (Baldwin Park)

1. Orlando’s first Michelin-starred Vietnamese-American tasting menu. Run by Chef Tung Phan, who trained at Disney’s Victoria & Albert’s.

Carrots by Kim

1. The next evolution of Binhung Market, led by Cecilia, blending traditional community values with a fresh modern food vision.

1. A live walking tour of Mills Market with stories from chefs and second-generation owners
2. Insight into the Vietnamese-American community in Orlando since 1975
3. A conversation about immigrant identity, food as memory, and the evolution from family grocery to pan-Asian food hall
4. Unexpected flavors at an Orlando Magic game, including Jernigan’s upscale dining experience at The Ledge (unlimited hot dogs, wine, and courtside views!)
5. A quick review of their stay at the Grand Bohemian Hotel

Orlando may be best known for its rides, resorts, and roller coasters—but there’s another story unfolding in the city’s neighborhoods: a vibrant, locally driven food scene that’s been quietly growing into one of the most dynamic in the Southeast. For personalized help, check out the Visit Orlando Trip Planner for free one-on-one planning with a local expert.

In part one of this special two-part episode, we explore how one place—East End Market—helped catalyze Orlando’s local food movement. David and Tim sit down with John Rife, founder and CEO of East End, to talk about how a converted church became ground zero for culinary creativity, Michelin-recognized concepts, and a community of chefs, bakers, and makers reshaping what Orlando tastes like.

1. The Backstory of East End Market
2. How a neighborhood harvest festival grew into one of Florida’s most influential food halls—home to 20+ small businesses and multiple Michelin-recognized chefs.
3. Behind the Booths: Meet the Makers
4. Gideon’s Bakehouse: Started as a popup in the market, now famous for cookies the size of your hand—and a 10-hour line at Disney Springs.
5. Winter Park Biscuit Co.: Vegan sandwiches so good, they fooled carnivores.
6. Hinckley’s Fancy Meats: The city’s sandwich king, known for housemade charcuterie and national tailgate boxes.
7. Poppy’s Burritos: Bringing true Colorado-style breakfast burritos—and Hatch green chilies—to Florida.
8. Kaikatsu and Domu: Japanese-inspired dining experiences with sizzling stone-grill bento boxes and Michelin bibs to match.
9. Not Just Food
10. Obon: French chocolates that look like fruit.
11. Permanent Jewelry by Carla Palma: Yes—welded to your wrist.
12. Freehand Goods & Owl’s Attic: Local dry goods and vintage treasures curated for the neighborhood.
13. Secret Slice & Speakeasy Vibes
14. Discover the upstairs hideaway spots at East End—from a QR-code pizza machine to mixology classes, drag nights, and neighborhood-themed cocktails at The Neighbors bar.
15. John Rife on What Makes Orlando Unique
16. Hear how creative professionals from the theme park world are quietly reshaping Orlando into a hub of culinary innovation, and why locals—and chefs—choose to stay and build here.