Top 5: Wings — A tasty quintet of tasty things to try this month

SMOKED CHICKEN WINGS AT THE POLITE PIG, DISNEY SPRINGS
Experience one of the best takes on barbecue with the Smoked Chicken Wings at The Polite Pig in Disney Springs. These bone-in wings are smothered in a mustard- based wet sauce and served hot with a side of pickled carrots sticks.

SIGNATURE WINGS AT CRAFTED BLOCK & BREW, METROWEST
For the diner in search of a more adventurous chicken wing, look no further than Crafted Block & Brew. Their signature gourmet wings are prepared with a dry rub in Mojo or Applewood Smoked varieties, and served with a white barbecue sauce.

BONELESS WINGS AT SLOPPY TACO PALACE, ORLANDO
There are plenty of savory options at Sloppy Taco Palace, but we are celebrating their
boneless wings this time. An ode to classics, these wings are available in Mild, Hot, Teriyaki or Sweet Heat BBQ, and are paired with bleu cheese and celery.

PUB WINGS AT FLANAGAN’S SPORTS PUB, ALTAMONTE SPRINGS
Flanagan’s Sports Pub is a much-loved local restaurant for the best reason: They offer some of the tastiest wings around. Made fresh to order, these wings can be tossed in your choice of Flanagan’s Famous or 15 other rich flavors.

TRADITIONAL WINGS AT THE HIDEAWAY BAR, COLLEGE PARK
This hidden gem boasts an exciting assortment of traditional wings because they offer both customary sauces and house special blends. Choose a basic flavor (Hot) or a new option (Teriyaki Merlot) and prepare to be completely hooked.

Raise a Glass: Mules — Libations you’re sure to love

TOKYO MULE AT RUSTEAK RESTAURANT & WINE BAR, COLLEGE PARK
Take flight at RusTeak Restaurant & Wine Bar with their internationally inspired Tokyo Mule. Crafted with Iwai Japanese Whiskey, this mule blends lime, basil and ginger with lychee in two formats and is sure to kick hard.

BLACK JACK MULE AT THE STUBBORN MULE, THORNTON PARK
Card sharks should feel right at home (or Vegas) with the Black Jack Mule at The Stubborn Mule. A mix of British liquors is used to make this delight, and traditional orange bitters and ginger beer are added in for a drink to win your hand.

DUBLIN MULE AT ARTISAN’S TABLE, DOWNTOWN ORLANDO
Bring out your Irish roots and dive into the Dublin Mule at Artisan’s Table. This daring twist on Russian territory features Tullamore Dew Irish Whiskey and is prepared with fresh lime and a hefty dose of ginger in multiple forms.

This article originally appeared in Orlando Family Magazine’s September 2017 issue.