March is here and we have two exciting competitions coming up that we would love your support on.
It’s that time of year again, and we’re thrilled to announce that Charlie’s Bakery & Creamery has been nominated for TWO prestigious awards! Your support means the world to us, and now is the perfect chance to show us some love by casting your vote for us in these amazing Orlando competitions.
1. Orlando Magazine’s Best of ORL Voting 2025
Nomination Period: March 1st – May 1st, 2025
How to Vote:
Nominations are officially open for Orlando Magazine’s Best of Orlando, and we need your votes to secure a spot as the Best of the Best in Central Florida! This is your chance to help us stand out in a variety of categories, from Food & Drink to People & Media. Nominations are easy – just make sure you vote in at least six categories for your ballot to be valid. You can vote daily, and there’s no purchase necessary!
We’re aiming for the following categories: Caterer, Place for a Frozen Treat, Place for Something Sweet, Company to Work For, and Pet-Friendly Restaurant. Your support means everything, and we can’t wait to see your votes roll in.
Important Dates:
- Voting period: March 1 – May 1
- How often can you vote? Once a day!
- Who can vote? You must be 21 or older to participate, and you must vote in at least six categories.
By entering, you’ll also get a chance to stay in the loop with Orlando Magazine’s newsletters. So, grab your family, friends, and fellow bakery lovers and make sure your votes count!
Use this link to cast your vote in the Orlando Magazine competition: https://www.orlandomagazine.com/best-of-orl-voting/
2. Orlando Weekly’s Best of Orlando® Readers’ Choice Poll
Nomination Period: March 4th – May 5th, 2025
How to Vote:
The Best of Orlando® Readers’ Choice Poll is back, and it’s time to nominate Charlie’s Bakery & Creamery for Best Bakery, Best Desserts, and Best Ice Cream! This contest is all about YOU, our amazing community, and your votes will help us make it to the finals. We need every vote we can get, so don’t hesitate to share the love with your friends and family. You can vote every day during the nomination period — that’s right, daily votes count!
Make sure you don’t miss your chance to recognize the best of the best in Orlando. Voting is simple: head to the Orlando Weekly website, register, and start nominating. Whether you’re a long-time fan of our treats or just discovering us, every nomination brings us closer to the finals. Plus, after you vote, encourage your friends to do the same!
Important Dates:
- Voting period: March 4 – May 5
- How often can you vote? Once per day!
- Categories we need your help getting nominated in are:
- Best Bakery
- Best Desserts
- Best Ice Cream
Help us get the recognition we deserve and show your love for our bakery’s sweet creations. Every vote gets us one step closer to winning the title!
Use this link to vote in the Orlando Weekly competition: https://2025-best-of-orlando-nominations–orlandoweekly.contest.vote/
Every vote helps us continue to bring you the sweet, made-from-scratch treats you know and love. We’re a small, locally owned bakery, and we depend on your support to grow and thrive in this wonderful community we call home. Your votes in both of these competitions will not only help us gain recognition, but it also shows the power of the Orlando community and the love you have for local businesses like ours.
So, let’s make it happen, Orlando! Vote for Charlie’s Bakery & Creamery, and help us win these amazing awards. Your daily votes make a world of difference — and we’re so grateful for every single one!

