100 Days of Foodie
Hot Dog Hall of Fame
Take the stage at Universal CityWalk’s Rising Star, a karaoke party like no other. Afterward, chow down on creative franks at the Hot Dog Hall of Fame. Selections include a pinto-bean-laden Arizona dog and a sauerkraut-and-mustard-crusted New York dog. Details: universalorlando.com.
A new shop will soon start scooping out edible cookie dough in Celebration. Wonderland Cookie Dough Co. (www.wonderlandcookiedough.com) is expected to open Aug. 19 at 606 Market St. in Celebration. Heat-treated flour and a lack of eggs makes the business’ 10-plus cookie dough flavors safe to eat. “We can eat it right out of the bowl,” said co-owner Derek Plaisted. Derek, his wife, Angela, and their two sons moved to Celebration about a year ago. The soaring popularity of edible cookie dough combined with the Plaisteds’ desire to own their own business led them to dream up Wonderland Cookie Dough Co. That and a love of sweets. “Derek’s always a big baker and I’ve always been a big eater,” Angela joked. A bowl of cookie dough will cost between $4 and $9. Diners can customize their treats with toppings or waffle cones. Gluten-free, vegan and sugar-free varieties also will be available. The shop’s location in Celebration inspired a whimsical theme — think askew clocks, scattered teacups and picture frames on the ceiling. “It’s in downtown Celebration and I want it to live up to its reputation of a child-friendly, family-friendly place,” Angela said.