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Twice-Told Tale

Twice-Told Tale

(Above) Before any of the bands performed their sets, fawn, one of the bands, practiced on their guitars to warm up. Smaller venues such as this have a more casual setting as opposed to a larger concert. Stardust offers guests, what typically would be a behind the scenes experience, right in front of them.

Stars Mingle With Fans at Stardust

Savannah Fondo, Director of Media October 17, 2025

Is it the colorful, vibrant lights, vintage, ink-printing photobooth, unique tables made of doors, writing from customers decorating the walls, Indie atmosphere, wide array of flavored syrups for drinks,...

(Above) Mabel Lin uses 3D sculpting gel to craft intricate designs on her press-on nails. She uses precision to sculpt the monkey and banana figures followed by a glossy top coat to finalize the product. This ensures that they're ready to be shipped for a price of $35. Contact linma@lhprep.org for more information.

Student Entrepreneurs Build Businesses

Kaitlyn Achong, Staff October 9, 2025

At Lake Highland Preparatory School, most students are juggling more than homework and sports practices. They’re running full-on businesses! From nails and crochet to plushies or even full scale wrestling...

(Above) Melt’ N’ Dip’s chai tea is a warm embrace in a cup. It is spiced to perfection, decadently creamy, and richly aromatic. Each sip envelopes your senses in luscious flavor, leaving one utterly captivated and craving the next indulgent taste. This tea pairs well with most of the menu items, and comes with a delicious lotus cookie that enhances the taste of the chai tea. The tea is so decadent that it makes the Melt’ N’ Dip experience so much more pleasant. Some of the menu items that people prefer eating with this tea are the crepes, the lava cake, and the cakes. All of these items have something in common: their one of a kind Belgian chocolate. Their chocolate is so delicious that it keeps everyone returning for more. In a nutshell, this creamy chai tea is definitely one of Melt’ N’ Dip’s best teas due to its perfect aroma and taste.

Dipping into Chocolate Madness

Shanze Humayun, Staff October 3, 2025

Founded in 2021, Melt’ N’ Dip has swiftly become a trendy destination for anyone with a sweet tooth. The franchise has at least 16 locations, with more expected to open this year. The timings they...

(Above) The menu, along with the table decorations, may look boring at first, but once food arrives to the table it looks like a picturesque scene from a movie. Hours of operation are from 11:00 A.M. to 10 10:00 P.M. every day.

Vacancy Gives Way to New Cuisine

Zane Rimes, Co-Editor April 22, 2025

  In the heart of Winter Park on Park Avenue is the new restaurant, The Chapman. The restaurant opened on January 20 and so far has had a very good start. The unique atmosphere has an open-air...

(Above) Down in Kissimmee at Old Town they host car shows weekly. They have free parking convenient for its attendants and a lot of shops that people can look to explore. Old Town offers multiple different tourist attractions such as Funspot America, t-shirt shops with Republican slogans, haunted houses, burger joints, and a variety of other food places. For a town being a recreation of an old Floridian town they have had quite the deal for parents and young ones to have fun. After nearly 35 years, Old Town has hosted many other car shows at the park while also hosting other events.
Events such as Friday Night Muscle Car Show & Cruise, Saturday Night Classic Car Show & Cruise and other events like karaoke, Halloween, New Years Eve, and the 4th of July.

Cars and Coffee Unites Orlando

Zane Rimes and Hayden Roberts April 7, 2025

Orlando as a community has ties to everything from soccer, and arts, to good food, but is not known for cars. Orlando has a unique array of events taking place in Winter Park and Old Town in Kissimmee....

(Above) The atmosphere of Raising Cane’s locations are unmatched compared to other fast food chains. The usage of vibrant, stark colors and graphic designs makes the interior not look drab and bland like some other fast food chains. It creates a welcoming environment that fosters a dine-in experience just as much as a drive-through experience. Today, it is common for most places to be more of a drive through kind of restaurant due to the lack of atmospheric aesthetic and cost that dressier interiors require.

Florida Dips Into Canes

Emily Sacco, Staff March 25, 2025

Raising Cane’s has rapidly taken over the fast food industry in recent years. Their delicious fried chicken, one-of-a-kind Cane’s Sauce, and upbeat atmosphere set a new standard for other fast food...

(Above) Many of Freya Skye’s songs have been hits so far. According to alisaltrojantribune.com, these songs include “Who Says,” “Walk Over,” “Someone to Love,” and “Winter Dream.” It also states that out of all of these songs, “Winter Dream” has grown the most attraction as it is, “A festive song perfect for the holiday season.” Her songs have unique tunes and many themes, from intense and emotional to festive and happy.

Former Eurovision Star Rises to Fame

Hiba Bilal, Co-Editor March 17, 2025

When it comes to modern pop songs with a catchy beat, there is a wide variety for every subgenre, with some of the most popular including “Can’t Stop the Feeling” by Justin Timberlake and “Levitating”...

(Above) One dish named Branzino is a whole fish that is either fried or grilled. It is a European Sea Bass rubbed in Greek spices and overall tastes amazing. The fish is sourced locally from various fish markets to ensure that they are always served fresh. Many describe the taste as flaky and also slightly sweet.

Bosphorus Creators Open Parea

Zane Rimes, Copy Editor March 3, 2025

As we enter the new year of 2025, the phrase that comes to most people’s minds is, “Out with the old and in with the new.” As the former Maitland restaurant Outpost Kitchen, Bar, & Provisions...

I’ve Played These Games Before

Mary Collins, Staff February 24, 2025

Back in 2021, Netflix’s hit series, Squid Games provided us with an exhilarating horror series that left the world with anticipation, wondering what would happen next after director Hwang Dong-hyuk left...

(Above) The Madras Cafe is located on Sand Lake Road and is open from 11:30 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. for their breakfast and lunch dining, and then from 5:00 P.M. to 10:30 P.M. for their evening dinner experience. Guests can be seated indoors or outdoors.

Spicing Up South Indian Flavors

Hiba Bilal, Co-Editor November 11, 2024

When people seek an authentic taste of Indian cuisine and want to explore a wide variety of vegetarian options, The Madras Cafe is the way to go. The restaurant’s owner, Ms. Manisha Sheesta, had always...

(Above) The burgers served at Cow and
Cheese show off their distinct flavors. The restaurant has a vibrant atmosphere with outstanding music.

Maitland Burgers are a Smash Hit

Zane Rimes, Co-Editor November 8, 2024

A new style of smashburger restaurant has recently opened up in Maitland. With its unique flavors of burgers, fries, and “Beer Cheese,” Cow and Cheese has Maitland residents raving about their new...

(Above) Ports are also a huge part of cruising. Where a ship goes depends on whether or not someone books that cruise or not. Private islands have gotten more popular, and almost every company has its own island. Each private island offers different activities and excursions though, like now Carnival and Royal Caribbean have more of a fun island with slides, zip lines, and waterparks while cruise lines like MSC have more relaxing islands with tons of beaches and food areas. Before choosing which cruise to board, passengers should make it caters to their enjoyment.

New Cruises Kill the Competition

Mary Collins, Staff November 4, 2024

Cruising has never been more competitive. From robot bartenders and zip lines to entire rollercoasters cramped into as small of a space as possible, cruise ships are getting more outrageous every year....

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