Orlando Health Magical Dining 2026 at Hamilton's Kitchen: Prix Fixe Menu & Chef Highlights

The arrival of Visit Orlando's Magical Dining Presented by Orlando Health brings one of Central Florida's premier culinary programs back to Winter Park. Hosted at Hamilton's Kitchen inside The Alfond Inn, the event features an exclusive three-course prix fixe dinner for $60 per person.

Beyond the table, the program serves a vital community mission: every meal ordered directly supports OCA (Opportunity, Community, Ability), empowering local individuals with autism and developmental differences and uplifting families across Central Florida.

Executive Chef Antwan Ellis Makes His Magical Dining Debut

This season marks the first Magical Dining menu crafted under the direction of our Executive Chef Antwan Ellis. Bringing a distinguished career built across high-caliber kitchens to Hamilton's Kitchen, Chef Ellis views cooking as an expressive, living art form—a natural philosophy for a restaurant set within a boutique art hotel.

Chef Ellis bases his culinary vision on two core principles:

• Fresh, Seasonal Ingredients: Prioritizing seasonal, high-quality produce and proteins.
• Innovative Flavor Combinations: Elevating classic Southern and American comfort foods with unexpected, harmonious pairings.

Magical Dining 2026 Menu Highlights at Hamilton's Kitchen

Our $60 three-course menu offers a balance of new creations from Chef Ellis and classic Hamilton's guest favorites.

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Starters and First Courses

Guests can begin their meal with three distinct options:

• Traditional Caesar Salad: Romaine lettuce, house-made Caesar dressing, crouton crumble, and finely shredded Parmesan.
• Crispy Brussels Sprouts: A savory-sweet combination featuring a maple sherry glaze, pickled shallots, and crisp bacon.
• Wedge Salad: Baby iceberg, heirloom tomato, blue cheese crumble, crispy onion, prosciutto crisp, and house-made blue cheese dressing.

Main Courses

Chef Ellis's flair for refined, comforting dishes takes center stage in the entree selection:

• Crusted Grouper: Delicate white fish served over Carolina gold rice with sweet au blanc onions and a light dill beurre blanc.
• Frenched Chicken Quarter: Roasted chicken paired with crispy salt and vinegar potatoes, green onion soubise, chicken jus, and herb oil.
• Grilled Rack of Lamb: Rich, tender lamb complemented by smooth pea purée, Swiss chard, fork-mashed potatoes, and natural jus.

Signature Desserts

The dessert selection bridges Chef Ellis's fresh perspective with Hamilton's Kitchen history:

• Hamilton's Butter Cake: A specialty brought directly to us by Executive Chef Antwan Ellis. This house-baked butter cake is finished with Maldon sea salt and a warm caramel drizzle, quickly becoming a guest favorite.
• Macallan 12 YR Butterscotch Pudding: A fixture on our menu since day one of the hotel and restaurant opening 13 years ago. Made with real single-malt scotch and topped with house-made salted toffee brittle and whipped cream, this signature dessert brings guests back time and time again.
• Chef's Sorbet Selection: A refreshing, allergen-conscious option that is completely gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free, and vegan.

Award-Winning Wine Pairings

To bring added richness to your Magical Dining experience, Hamilton's Kitchen proudly offers an award-winning wine program that earned a 2026 Wine Spectator Award of Excellence. This prestigious national recognition honors restaurants whose wine collections demonstrate exceptional quality, careful curation across diverse regions, and harmony with the dining menu. Patrons can enhance each course of their $60 prix fixe meal by adding expert flavor-paired wines, thoughtfully selected to complement Chef Ellis's dishes, draw out nuanced flavor profiles, and bring a deeper level of discovery to every bite.

Plan Your Visit to Hamilton's Kitchen

We invite you to gather at our table to experience Chef Ellis's menu before the season concludes. Reservations are strongly recommended—book your table at Hamilton's Kitchen today to enjoy this limited-time $60 menu while supporting a vital local cause.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the cost of Magical Dining 2026 at Hamilton's Kitchen?

The Orlando Health Magical Dining menu at Hamilton's Kitchen is a three-course prix fixe dinner offered at $60 per person (plus tax and gratuity).

Which charity does Orlando Health Magical Dining support in 2026?

Each $60 meal purchased during Magical Dining helps support OCA (Opportunity, Community, Ability), a non-profit organization dedicated to empowering individuals with autism and developmental differences in Central Florida.

Who is the Executive Chef at Hamilton's Kitchen?

Executive Chef Antwan Ellis leads the culinary team at Hamilton's Kitchen. This season represents his first Magical Dining menu with the restaurant at The Alfond Inn.

What are the signature desserts on the 2026 Magical Dining menu at Hamilton's Kitchen?

The most popular desserts are the Hamilton's Butter Cake (a new specialty introduced by Chef Antwan Ellis with Maldon sea salt and caramel) and the Macallan 12 YR Butterscotch Pudding (made with real single-malt scotch and salted toffee brittle, on the menu for 13 years).

Do I need a reservation for Magical Dining at Hamilton's Kitchen?

Reservations are strongly recommended due to high demand during the Magical Dining program. You can book your table on Resy.com or through the Hamilton's Kitchen website at hamiltonskitchen.com.