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Joyce Cai - A Gourmet Chinese Cuisine
Vidisha Bajpai, DreamSteam Foundation Inc
Lily Cummings, Orlando Chinese Association
Eugene Griffin, G-man Private Investigation Services
Davis Roofing & Restoration

A Gourmet Chinese Cuisine enjoys colorful grand opening in Mills 50

After 13 months of renovation, Mills 50 Sichuan fave Chuan Lu Garden is back — with an all-new name and a mod space to match

Chuan Lu Garden in Mills 50 has for years stood among the most celebrated Chinese restaurants in the city, winning accolades from this and other publications, getting social media shout outs by local chefs for massive menu of delicacies and credit for being among the Sichuan pioneers here in town.

Joyce Cai and her partners acquired the restaurant from its original owners in 2019 and while the food still got raves, the space, sometimes, did not. Cai took the feedback seriously.

“The space was worn and old,” she says, “and so when we found the perfect timing, we renovated.”

The project, which began in July 2024, was on a six-month schedule, but as it often happens with renos and the stringent inspections that go along with, the undertaking dragged on for 13 months. Meanwhile, longtime customers gawked as they passed by their space at 1101 E. Colonial Drive. They queried, all the time, when they’d pop into Chuan Fu, Cai’s Michelin-recommended venue in Winter Park.

Upcoming Events You Don't Want to Miss!

Exact date and more details coming soon!

Dear AACC Members and Friends,

We are thrilled to announce that the 14th Annual Awards Gala – The Golden Horizon is happening on Saturday, April 4, 2026!

We hope you’ll join us for this remarkable night, as this year is extra special because we’re celebrating AACC’s 40th Anniversary, marking four decades of unity, growth, and partnership within Central Florida’s vibrant business community. 🏆✨

Get ready for an unforgettable evening of recognition, entertainment, and meaningful connections, as we honor visionary leaders, thriving businesses, and impactful changemakers.

Thank you for your continued support of AACC. Together, we will make this 40th anniversary celebration truly unforgettable. We can’t wait to celebrate with all of you.

For additional details, including sponsorship opportunities and ticket information, please click the button below.

WHEN & WHERE

📅 Date: Saturday, April 4, 2026
⏰ Time: 4:30 - 9:00 pm
📍 Location: Hyatt Regency Orlando International Airport
🗺️ Address: 9300 Jeff Fuqua Blvd, Orlando, FL 32827

🥂 Enjoy two alcoholic drink vouchers with every ticket! Food, hors d’oeuvres, entertainment, parking, and a cash bar are all included.

Learn More and Get Tickets

🔔 Now Accepting Nominations, Sponsorships & Silent Auction Donations! 🔔

Be part of this year’s Gala by nominating a deserving individual or business, becoming a sponsor, or donating an item to our silent auction. Help us celebrate excellence and uplift our community!

🎖️ Click the links below to get involved:

Deadline: Friday, March 20, 2026

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Bonus Benefits is a month-long occasion full of exclusive deals, discounts, giveaways, and more! One of those benefits also includes treating yourself to UOAP-exclusive menu items at select dining locations around Universal Orlando Resort. From January 5–31, 2026, you can relish the taste of what being a UOAP is all about — and here’s what’s in store.

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