By Kate Cohen
For a limited time, you can enjoy the enticing Tuscan and Mediterranean flavors and Italian-inspired ambiance of Cala Bella as a three-course prix-fixe menu through the Magical Dining event. For the incredible price of $40, choose from a selection of Cala Bella’s finest dishes and curate a meal that is perfect for your palate.
Here is what you can look forward to when you opt to dine at Cala Bella for Magical Dining.
Course One
To jump-start your taste buds, begin by choosing between three beautiful dishes.
The Stracciatella is a delicate, mozzarella-like cheese served on a bed of flavorful fresh greens. The salad is served with roasted garden carrots that add an earthy sweetness and is topped with a light and acidic golden raisin and caper vinaigrette.
If you’ve come to Cala Bella in search of more “traditional” Italian flavors, the Baked Meatball will surely satisfy. A perfectly seasoned and tenderly cooked meatball is plated with a robust red sauce made from San Marzano tomatoes, topped with melted mozzarella cheese. A slice of crusty grilled focaccia bread will be your friend when it comes to making sure you get every last drop of the sauce from your plate.
Your third option is the Charred Octopus, a signature dish at Cala Bella. This is a dish that appeals to the eyes first, with an assortment of vibrant colors and textures piled high. Lightly grilled octopus sits atop a fragrant romesco sauce scattered with fresh heirloom cherry tomatoes, bunching onion, and mustard greens. It’s incredible that something from the sea can look like it came straight from the garden.
For an additional charge, you can also opt for the menu enhancement: Salumi e Formaggi. This bountiful charcuterie displays a beautiful array of meats and cheeses, including 16-month aged prosciutto, spicy soppressata, and Pecorino Toscano. It’s a lovely way to tantalize your taste buds with a variety of flavors before the second course comes to the table.
Course Two
Now that you’re warmed up, it’s time to choose your entree.
The Oxtail Fettuccine is a rich and hearty pasta dish that will transport you to the Italian countryside. Freshly made pasta is tossed with a savory oxtail ragout and sprinkled with stracciatella cheese. A sprinkling of bright green shishito peppers and herbs add a visual contrast, as well as a fresh layer of flavor.
Another Cala Bella classic is the HertaBerkSchwein Farms Pork Chop, sourced from a sustainable family-owned farm nearby. This juicy cut of meat is served with a lightly griddled mascarpone polenta and drizzled in a sage brown butter sauce flavored with tart pickled golden raisins.
If you’re craving seafood, you can try the Local Catch, a fresh fish perfectly prepared to showcase its unique flavors. It will be served with Cedar Key clams, earthy lentils and beans, and a rich smoked tomato brodo (broth).
Course Three
We hope you’ve saved room for dessert, since it’s included in your Magical Dining experience. These choices aren’t your average restaurant finds.
The Chocolate Crème Brulée is a showstopper with silky chocolate custard and a signature top layer of crispy caramelized sugar.
The Pistachio Cheesecake is a playfully nutty twist on a classic dessert. The cheesecake itself is tangy, rich, and creamy, and the top is sprinkled with pistachio crunch, candied pistachios, and a bright raspberry sauce.
Lastly, coffee enthusiasts will fall in love with the Café Latte Torte. A beautiful vanilla chiffon cake is soaked in espresso before being topped with a smooth coffee infused crème and a coffee caramel glaze.
Treat Yourself to Magical Dining in 2024
Magical Dining is a wonderful way to explore new restaurants (or revisit your favorites). You’ll get to try multiple delicious courses for an awesome affordable price. Plus, when you order from the Magical Dining menu at a participating restaurant, you’ll be helping the Central Florida community. For every Magical Dining menu ordered, up to $2 will be donated to a local Orlando nonprofit.
The Mustard Seed of Central Florida is the featured organization for Magical Dining 2024. They work hard to provide individuals and families who are recovering from homelessness, natural disasters, and personal tragedy with clothing and household furnishings.
When you participate in Magical Dining, you can enjoy your meal knowing you’re supporting a local restaurant and helping our community thrive.
Enjoy Three Courses of Authentic Flavors at Cala Bella
Experience some of the freshest, most vibrant flavors right here in Orlando at Cala Bella. Located within Rosen Shingle Creek resort, the menu features classic Italian and Mediterranean dishes you might find while vacationing in the Italian countryside. 
When you dine at Cala Bella, you can opt to be seated indoors in the spacious, rustically decorated dining room or on the balcony overlooking the resort’s multiple pools and swaying palm trees. You will be treated to warm, welcoming hospitality while enjoying food prepared with ingredients grown onsite in the beautiful Emma’s Creekside Farm.
If you’ve never been to the beautiful Cala Bella at Rosen Shingle Creek, Magical Dining 2024 is the perfect excuse to visit – or to return and try something new! Make your reservation online here, or give us a call at 407-996-3663 to reserve your table.
