2008 AUA Preview newspaper - (Page 6) New Research. New Thinking. New Practices. • AUA DAILY NEWS • PREVIEW DOCTOR’S ADVICE 1996 WHEN MICHAEL A. KEATING, M.D., and his wife, Nancy, decided to relocate from Indiana to Orlando with their four children, they had all sorts of difficult decisions to make—where to live, where to enroll the kids in school, what to do in the event of a hurricane? But there was one question that was particularly vexing: what would they call their third child, Michael, who had always been known as “Mickey” to friends and family? Mickey was fine in Indiana, but in Orlando, home of “the mouse,” the name had significance like no other place on earth. “Ultimately, we decided to stick with Mickey, and it has worked out just fine,” reports Nancy, noting that Mickey is now 18. “In fact, just a couple weeks ago, he told me he’s had a wonderful childhood in Orlando and thanked me for it. That’s a really nice thing for a mother to hear.” And Mickey is not the only happy Keating. According to Nancy, all of the kids—Ryan is now 25, Casey, the only daughter, is 22, and Jack is 15—have flourished in Orlando. Dr. and Mrs. Keating are more than happy with their decision to move to Central Florida, as well. “Everyone knows that Orlando is a wonderful place for kids and families to visit, but it’s also a great place to raise a family,” says Dr. Keating, who is a pediatric urologist at Nemours Children’s Clinic in Orlando. “It’s also a great location for the AUA Annual Meeting, and I look forward to seeing my colleagues in May.” In preparation for the annual meeting, we asked Dr. and Mrs. Keating for some entertainment and dining recommendations to get a local perspective of what’s fun to do and good to eat in the host city. Having raised four happy children there, we figure they know a thing or two about entertaining in Orlando. About Your Tour Guide Michael A. Keating, M.D., is Chief of Pediatric Urology at Nemours Children’s Clinic in Orlando, Florida, and Clinical Professor of Urology in Surgery at The University of South Florida. He has been a member of AUA since 1987. with cooks around the world. Dr. Keating says: “My wife doesn’t like French food, but I have to put a plug in for Le Coq Au Vin. The food is spectacular and the crepes are the best I’ve ever had. If you like French food, you won’t be disappointed.” Luma on Park 290 S. Park Ave., Winter Park www.lumaonpark.com WHERE TO GO Aquatica 5800 Water Play Way www.aquaticabyseaworld.com Polynesian Resort Disney’s Polynesian Resort www.disneyworld.com WHERE TO EAT California Grill Disney’s Contemporary Resort www.disneyworld.com Located at Disney’s Contemporary Resort, the California Grill features an “on-stage” kitchen where chefs prepare dishes influenced by the Pacific Coast melting pot. Menu options include sushi, brick oven-baked flat breads, handmade Sonoma goat cheese ravioli, oak-fired pork tenderloin, and butterscotch crème brûlée. Mrs. Keating says: “This restaurant is on top of the Contemporary Resort and has a fabulous view of the (Disney) property. It might be a little pricey to bring kids along, but they are welcome. It’s definitely a great dining option for adults.” Emeril’s Tchoup Chop Universal Orlando’s Royal Pacific Resort www.emerils.com About seven miles east of Orlando in Winter Park, Luma on Park showcases progressive American cuisine, daily menu updates, and one of the most extensive wine lists in Central Florida. Luma offers several choices of set menus, including a four-course meal or a three-course meal consisting of salad, choice of three entrees, and a choice of two deserts. Small plates and appetizers are also available. Mrs. Keating says: “To me, the perfect evening is going to a little place called the Wine Bar in Winter Park to sample a couple of new wines, and then go next door to Luma for dinner. It doesn’t get any better than that.” Manuel’s on the 28th 390 N. Orange Ave., 28th floor www.manuelsonthe28th.com Located across the street from SeaWorld, Aquatica opened this spring and features 36 water slides, six rivers and lagoons, and more than 80,000 square feet of seemingly endless sandy beaches. The waterpark also offers encounters with the only Commerson’s dolphins found in the Southeastern United States, as well as giant anteaters, brilliant birds, and an array of exotic fish. Mrs. Keating says: “This new waterpark just opened at the beginning of March so we haven’t gone yet, but from what I’ve heard—the kids are talking—it’s awesome. They say it’s going to be the best waterpark in the country.” Blizzard Beach 1534 W. Buena Vista Dr. www.disneyworld.com The Polynesian has its own marina on the Seven Seas Lagoon where you can rent sailboats, pontoon boats, and Water Sprites, tiny two-passenger boats that reach speeds up to 25 mph. At the nearby Contemporary Resort, you can also arrange to hire a water skiing boat with a skilled instructor or arrange a fishing expedition. Mrs. Keating says: “We really like the Polynesian Resort because it’s a throwback to the ’70s and takes us back to the ‘Wonderful World of Disney.’ And my kids’ favorite thing to do in Orlando is ride the Water Sprites. It’s a great time and one of those things that not a lot of people know about.” Sak Comedy Lab 380 W. Amelia St., www.sak.com Emeril’s Tchoup Chop (pronounced chop-chop) was created by the famous TV chef Emeril Lagasse. The name is meant to offer a hint of New Orleans’ famous Tchoupitoulas Street, where Emeril’s parent restaurant is located and the word “chop” is a bold culinary term. The Tchoup Chop offers diners a delicious experience complemented by the chef’s signature bold flavors of Asian and Polynesian influences. Dr. Keating says: “This is Nancy’s favorite restaurant. It’s really great Polynesian cuisine and the atmosphere is just fantastic. Both of us love eating there.” Le Coq Au Vin 4800 S. Orange Ave. www.lecoqauvinrestaurant.com Located atop the Bank of America Building in downtown Orlando, Manuel’s offers a breathtaking view of the city via ceiling-to-floor glass windows. The menu is contemporary world cuisine that changes seasonally and features nightly creations of exotic game and seafood. Mrs. Keating says: “This is a really intimate place with great food where you’ll be treated like royalty. It’s expensive, but the service, food, and amazing views make it worthwhile.” Taverna Opa 9101 International Dr., Pointe Orlando center www.opaorlando.com Blizzard Beach is a water park that looks like a ski resort. The 66-acre park features the 90-foot Mt. Gushmore— guests are chair-lifted to the top. The most adventurous will want to try the 120-foot Summit Plummet, from which you drop at 60 miles per hour. The little ones will love Tike’s Peak and the preteens will prefer the Ski Patrol Training Camp. Mrs. Keating says: “This has always been one of my kids’ favorite places. They could go there every day of the week. The great part is that it has something for everyone, no matter what age.” John F. Kennedy Space Center Kennedy Space Center, FL www.kennedyspacecenter.com SAK Comedy Lab is a 200-seat improv comedy theater in downtown Orlando that features comedy shows Tuesday through Saturday. This unique improv theater, which is not a stand-up comedy club, features its own ensemble of improv comedians. Concessions are like what you’d get at a movie theater. Dr. Keating says: “This is a great comedy club, and it’s family-oriented so they’re not doing anything crazy in there. It’s kind of like the TV show Whose Line is it Anyway? Our teenage kids absolutely love it.” Winter Park, FL 15 miles from convention center www.cityofwinterpark.org Located on the south side of downtown Orlando just a few miles from the convention center, Le Coq Au Vin is owned and operated by Chef Louis Perrotte and his wife, Magdalena. The cuisine reflects their French heritage, travels, and the knowledge they’ve acquired through friendships Featuring authentic Greek cuisine, Taverna Opa promises fun with a capital ‘F.’ Traditional dining norms are broken and spirits are lifted with every single broken plate and every single napkin in the air. Dr. Keating says: “This is a newer restaurant that’s a lot of fun, with dancing around the table and lots of activity in the dining room. The local food critic rated it a best choice, and he’s tough.” Just 45 minutes east of Orlando, Kennedy Space Center is NASA’s launch headquarters—the only place on Earth where you can tour launch areas, meet an astronaut, see giant rockets, train in spaceflight simulators, and even view a launch. There are currently launches scheduled for Friday, May 16, and Sunday, May 25. Dr. Keating says: “It’s definitely worth setting aside a day to visit the space center. It’s an amazing place.” The place the Keatings call home, Winter Park is a vibrant city where visitors can stroll tree-shaded avenues, shop in first-rate galleries and boutiques, browse museums, take a leisurely cruise, and dine in fine restaurants and sidewalk cafes. Downtown Winter Park retains its village feel with a historic main street that hosts some of the best shopping and dining in Florida. Park Avenue is the heart of downtown. Mrs. Keating says: “On Park Avenue, you feel like you’re somewhere in the Caribbean or Europe. It’s awesome. For an older couple looking for a romantic stroll or a quiet evening, it’s a great option.” http://www.disneyworld.com http://www.aquaticabyseaworld.com http://www.lumaonpark.com http://www.disneyworld.com http://www.sak.com http://www.disneyworld.com http://www.manuelsonthe28th.com http://www.emerils.com http://www.cityofwinterpark.org http://www.kennedyspacecenter.com http://www.opaorlando.com http://www.lecoqauvinrestaurant.com
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