- March 29, 2017
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Scott West, Marilyn Johnson, Ocoee Mayor Rusty Johnson and Stacy Williams chatted over food samples.
Melissa Rodriguez and Hermela T. represented Orange Technical College.
Kyle Martin, Tracy Swanson, Tricia Wiles and Lesa Boettcher represented Healthy West Orange and its mascot, Westley.
Mike Armbruster, Walt Cobb, Joe Cobb and Sandy Armbruster shared some laughs.
Jerrell Watson, Anthony Fothergill, Wayne Fothergill and Joseph McMullen prepared some tasty food.
Pam Gould, Lisa Thornton and Lori Burschan loved hanging out together.
Melissa James and Mark Delgado took a selfie with mascots from the Orlando Magic, Orlando Solar Bears and the Florida Fire Frogs.
Nelly Depierola, Mila Legere and Samantha Munno enjoyed their time at Best Fest.
Observer Media Group held onto its reigning “Best Booth” championship for the third year in a row.
DJ Eddie Boscana set the beat to Best Fest.
RusTeak Chef Eric Boillard prepared a pork belly dish.
SeaWorld chef Hector Colón prepared a dish made of shrimp and pasta.
RusTeak bartender made guava and tarragon margaritas.
OCPS culinary student Seamus Samson grilled shrimp and lobster tails.
OCOEE From Jell-O shots and macaroni and cheese to sliders, sandwiches and martinis, the West Orange Chamber of Commerce’s 16th annual Best Fest offered it all. Held on Thursday, March 8, at Bill Breeze Park in Ocoee, the event is an annual community favorite. Restaurateurs and local businesses come together to offer the best of their food and drinks, and to represent their respective organizations. The event this year drew hundreds, who bundled up on a chilly evening to mix, mingle and taste the best of West Orange.