Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate

Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate earns championship marks as a golf and leisure resort for corporate retreats and business meeting in the Sunshine State. With meeting facilities for up to 2,700 guests and 720 luxury guest rooms, suites, and private villas, the resort offers something for everyone. Thirty-six holes of Greg Norman golf and the renowned David Leadbetter Golf Academy create a Mecca for golf enthusiasts. Relaxation lovers float along the 850-foot lazy river or rejuvenate at The Spa. And, Trevi’s, Zen, and Crocs cater to every appetite.

For leisure fun, Mickey and the Gang take center stage for kids of all ages and Omni provides complimentary shuttle service to all four Walt Disney World theme parks. Other favorite venues for fun include: SeaWorld Orlando, Universal Studios Florida, Gatorland, Cirque de Soleil, and Arabian Nights. There are no packages available at this time. There are no hot dates at this time. Posted Jun 12, 2008 by Elite Concierge
View RSS Feed ORLANDO, Fla. -- Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate offers an array of tantalizing taste experiences sure to please even the most discerning epicure. From dining in true Pan-Asian style and savoring classic American cuisine to smelling fresh rosemary growing in an authentic Italian herb garden, Omni Orlando offers all of the best flavors from around the world.

Overseeing all culinary production at the resort, Gourmet extraordinaire - - Executive Chef Mueller - - and his mouth-watering delights serve as yet another reason to indulge in the sensible luxury of the resort. Originally from Germany, Mueller has held multiple executive chef positions with prestigious international hotel chains and has obtained his certification from the American Culinary Federation CEC.

Serenaded by Italian music and stimulated by the aroma of fresh bread floating from the brick oven, Trevis Mediterranean restaurant provides delicious meals in a comfortable family setting with plush, oversized seating including half-moon booths canvassed with yellow Italian draping. Trevis serves fresh meals with flavors from the Mediterranean throughout the day. Morning starters include hearty omelets made with cage-free eggs, hormone-free bacon and sausage and bagels from New Yorks famous H&H Bagels, while lunches offer Pizza Napoletana and Tomato Flat Bread, as well as Grilled Portobello Mushroom Sandwich or Chicken Parmigiana Sandwich.

Winding up a day of sunbathing, golfing and indulging in spa treatments, Trevis dinner menu offers Veal Milanese and Gnocchi with Short Ribs. Decadent desserts such as Ricotta Cheese Cake and Lady Fingers served with Rich Mascarpone Cream are sinful finales. Meals can be enjoyed inside the restaraunt, boasting a large show kitchen and cooks donning chef caps, or in the solace of the Italian herb garden where diners just may witness chefs collecting fresh basil, thyme, rosemary and sage to be used in succulent Trevis dishes.

Children sporting goggles and parents slipping into flip flops head to Crocs poolside bar and grille where outdoor fun and food collide. A panoramic poolside retreat offering guests light gourmet fare, from Citrus Shrimp Salads and Grilled Chicken Caesar Wraps to half-pound Angus Burgers served with crispy Waffle Fries, Crocs provides sunbathers with delectable dining. From fruit smoothies and Hagen Dazs Ice Cream to Daiquiris and Pia Coladas, the poolside getaway has no shortage of cool sweet treats.

Guests who prefer a quick breakfast or a mid-day break from the sun stride to Broadway Deli to enjoy a Chocolate Croissant, gourmet Pizza by the Slice or meticulously prepared Chicken, Egg or Tuna Salad. From Pez dispensers and hand-made gourmet lollipops, to Gilligans old fashion stick candy and nostalgic gum, kids of all ages (from 2 to 92) grab deli goodies by the handful, while classic glass bottles of Coca-Cola and a line of flavored teas wash down the timeless snacks.

Following the strong aroma of mocha, guests needing a quick pick-me-up swagger to Morsels for a steaming latte or cup of Peets gourmet tea.

After enjoying the links, relax at the upscale sports bar, Davids Club, a spirited gathering place with a loose tie feel and swanky leather back chairs. While six flat-screen TVs play college football and professional basketball games, Davids Club serves everything from Walnut Encrusted Grouper and Lobster Bisque to hand-cut Filet Mignon and Chilean Sea Bass poached in cilantro broth. Offering an assortment of desserts mastered to perfection, the restaurant serves Citrus Key Lime Pie drizzled with raspberry and mango sauce and an unmatchable Milk Chocolate Baileys Cheesecake with an Oreo Cookie Crust, as well as other delectable delights sure to soothe any sweet tooth. For after dinner enjoyment, the Players Lounge features pool tables, darts and foosball, as well as granite-topped card tables accompanied by comfortable leather chairs. Served from a 60-foot bar, Davids club provides a list of fine single malt scotches and cognacs, from Macallan and Balvenie Port Wood to Remy Martin XO and Courvoisier VSOP. While boasting over a won game of pool, poker, chess or darts, men saunter to the cigar terrace to puff on Macanudo Crystal and Cohibo Toro cigars while soaking in the views of the lushly landscaped resort overlooking the championship golf courses and the 1,200 acres of surrounding wetlands.

At twilight, guests are led into Zen to sample gourmet Pan-Asian fare, starting with wasabi nuts and glasses of cold sake and surrounded by authentic Asian photography and bamboo centerpieces in a warmly colored study. After cocktails, diners are led to their choice of the three-tiered sushi bar or intimate tables with rice paper dividers and bamboo curtains, each dimly lit with Japanese lanterns.

Zen specialties range from large boats of sushi to the ultimate Zen Experience, allowing guests to enjoy all that the restaurant has to offer. If diners want seconds or thirds of one particular item, or of all the items, all they have to do is ask a Guide. From Sweet Corn Soup with Chicken and Steamed Dim Sum Shrimp to Singapore Noodles and Zens special Szechwan Beef, this meal is anything but typical. For each innovative dish, Zen has an equally flavorful wine, from the delightful Principessa Gavia Gavi, a tight and tart Italian white with nice balance, to the Quintessa Rutherford, a huge oaky Meritage that will stand up to the rooms spicy flavor. Sweet tooth diners satiate their craving with breath-taking sake sorbet and fortune cookies accompanied by a Zen card offering encouraging proverbs. Executive Chef, Hing Cheung is the mastermind behind the 132-seat restaurant and its distinctive flair.

The gourmet cuisine is just a hint of the great things guests will find at
Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate, offering 720 rooms and 70,000 square feet of meeting space surrounded by 1,200 acres of natural wetlands, two championship golf courses, and the world headquarters of the David Leadbetter Golf Academy. The Villas of ChampionsGate are an upscale vacation condominium resort with many of the amenities of a luxury hotel matched with the comforts of home.

For more information call (407) 390-6664, (800) THE-OMNI or visit www.omniorlandoresort.com.

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