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News: Wine & Canvas Class Coming to Wolfgang Puck Café in Disney Springs

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Calling all artists… who also love cocktails! 🙂

Learn About:Wolfgang Puck Cafe and The Dining Room
Disney Springs
Disney World Restaurants

On Saturday, January 23, 2016, from 12:00 – 3:00 pm, Wolfgang Puck Café in Disney Springs is hosting the Orlando branch of Wine & Canvas: a company that offers painting lessons within a party setting at bars and restaurants.

Aspiring painters attending the event at Wolfgang Puck Café will work on a piece entitled “Moon Sail,” and the price per seat to attend is $25.00.

According the to the Wine & Canvas website, upon your arrival “All of your supplies are waiting to create your masterpiece, including an apron to keep your clothes clean. Our talented local artists will instruct the featured artwork step-by-step while you relax, sip and paint along!”

Wolfgang Puck Cafe

Wolfgang Puck Cafe

By the way, though the company’s tagline is “The Painting Class with Cocktails,” consuming alcohol is by no means a requirement ;). Though guests are welcome to purchase cocktails off the Wolfgang Puck Cafe menu (not included within the admission fee for the event), anyone looking to try their hand at painting can join in, even if your beverage of choice is non-alcoholic. That said, Wine & Canvas is an adults-only event. [Read more…]

Fun Follow: Raglan Road Twitter Account

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Are you following Raglan Road on Twitter (@RaglanRoadPub)?

Here’s the deal: I started following along to receive timely info about this fan-favorite Irish pub in Disney Springs. Thanks to Paul (one of the three co-owners of Raglan Road), the pub’s Twitter account is a great place to find the scoop on all things Raglan.

But there’s a bit more to it than that.

@RaglanRoad Twitter

@RaglanRoadPub Twitter

Instead of reading like a commercial, Paul prefers that the stream reads more like a conversation with the pub. But regardless of who you’re supposed to be talking to in 140 characters or less, this twitter feed is pretty freaking entertaining.

@RaglanRoad Twitter

@RaglanRoadPub Twitter

Of course, sometimes it just makes me hungry.

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@RaglanRoadPub Twitter

Or thirsty.

@RaglanRoad Twitter

@RaglanRoadPub Twitter

@RaglanRoad Twitter

@RaglanRoadPub Twitter

@RaglanRoadPub Twitter

@RaglanRoadPub Twitter

But more often than not… it just makes me laugh.

@RaglanRoad Twitter

@RaglanRoadPub Twitter

@RaglanRoad Twitter

@RaglanRoadPub Twitter

@RaglanRoad Twitter

@RaglanRoadPub Twitter

@RaglanRoadPub Twitter

@RaglanRoadPub Twitter

(Of course, it seems like there’s a bit of pressure to make that happen 😉 .)

@RaglanRoad Twitter

@RaglanRoadPub Twitter

And it always has some “food” for thought.

@RaglanRoadPub Twitter

@RaglanRoadPub Twitter

Or just take in some good ol’ Irish wisdom.

@RaglanRoadPub Twitter

@RaglanRoadPub Twitter

Check it out — I’ve even learned some totally new ways to do math…

@RaglanRoad Twitter

@RaglanRoadPub Twitter

… along with friendly some Public Service Announcements.

@RaglanRoad Twitter

@RaglanRoadPub Twitter

So, if you need a quick Irish vacation and can’t swing directly to Raglan Road or Ireland itself, follow along on Twitter…

@RaglanRoadPub Twitter

@RaglanRoadPub Twitter

It may provide just the mini-getaway you’re looking for!

Do you follow the social media accounts of any Disney restaurants? If so, which ones? Please let us know with a comment!

Spotted: Disney World “Wish I Was There” Mug

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On a recent trip to the River Roost to catch a Yeeha Bob show, I couldn’t resist stopping in Fulton’s General Store (the merchandise shop in Port Orleans – Riverside Resort). For better or for worse, the past year brought on a resurgence of an old mug habit for me, due in no small part to the Resort-specific mugs that popped up around Disney World (like the one for the Contemporary Resort). Alas, they were all out of the Port Orleans — Riverside mug that I had hoped to pick up, but I did spot this new-to-me mug while I was there.

Mug handle

Mug handle

Rather than being Resort or park-specific, this one does a nice job of showing various aspects of experiences all over the Disney World parks, featuring scrapbook-like images of favorite attractions mixed with beloved characters. For instance, here’s a little something for all you fans of Figment out there. [Read more…]

News: Afternoon Tea Packages Coming to Steakhouse 55 in the Disneyland Hotel

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If you are hoping to add a special dining experience to your next trip to the Disneyland Resort, the new Afternoon Tea coming to Steakhouse 55 in the Disneyland Hotel may be just the thing. Beginning January 22nd, Steakhouse 55 will host mid-day tea experiences from Noon to 3 p.m.

Steakhouse 55 at the Disneyland Hotel

Steakhouse 55 at the Disneyland Hotel

Guests can choose their experience from three parties:  The Classic Tea Party, the Premium Tea Party, and the Kids’ Tea Party. [Read more…]

Review: Dinner at the Grand Floridian Cafe in Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort

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Please join us for dinner at the Grand Floridian Cafe!

Learn About:Grand Floridian Cafe
Grand Floridian
Disney World Restaurants

The Grand Floridian Cafe doesn’t garner the headlines of the Grand Floridian Resort’s signature restaurants — Narcoossee’s and Citricos — or the AAA 5 Diamond experience, Victoria and Albert’s. And, of course, there is always the unique-to-the-Grand-Floridian experience of Afternoon Tea in the Garden View Tea Room. And though 1900 Park Fare, like the Grand Floridian Cafe, is also a 1-Credit Table Service restaurant on the Disney Dining Plan, it’s better known for being a character meal and buffet option.

The Grand Floridian Cafe offers guests an opportunity to spend some time at Disney World’s flagship resort at a more modest price point than its counterpart table service restaurants. But since it tends to get a bit overshadowed by the other options (even though we think it’s a hidden gem), we’re back for a visit to take a look around and explore the current dinner offerings at the Grand Floridian Cafe.

Atmosphere

It’s quite a “grand” stroll through the entire lobby to find the Grand Floridian Cafe.

Grand Floridian Cafe sign at entrance

Grand Floridian Cafe sign at entrance

Head left at the back of the lobby, pass one of the merchandise shops, and its entrance is one of the last things you’ll see before your next step is outside. [Read more…]

News: Booking Now Available for Star Wars Fireworks Dessert Party in Disney World

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The Star Wars-themed fireworks spectacular — Symphony in the Stars — is coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios beginning January 5, 2016. For guests interested in a reserved viewing experience, A Galactic Spectacular Dessert Party is now available for booking via the Walt Disney World website.

Star Wars

Star Wars

At the time of this writing, the dessert party is available for booking on multiple nights from January 5 through March 19, 2016. [Read more…]

New Year’s Eve Celebration at Yacht & Beach Club Resort to Feature Adventurers Club Entertainment

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New Year’s Eve celebrations aren’t hard to come by when you’re ringing in the New Year in Disney World!

New Year's Eve Toast

New Year’s Eve Toast

Maybe you’ll be welcoming 2016 with a special showing of Wishes at the Magic Kingdom or Illuminations at Epcot. And, of course, every year there are extra admission-required events also available for guests to choose from.

We shared some of the special holiday happenings taking place on December 31st at locations like Monsieur Paul, Le Cellier, and California Grill in a previous post. But for those looking for an extra-big splurge… the Countdown to Midnight might be just the thing to add to your celebration.

The Yacht & Beach Club Convention Center will be the setting for this special event, which Disney is billing as a Progressive “3-in-1” Party featuring food and cocktails, as well as live entertainment and music.

The celebration begins at 8:00 PM (with check-in starting at 7:30 PM). First, take a walk down nostalgia lane while enjoying an “interactive comedy reunion at the Adventurer’s Club” (after stopping for a cocktail, beer, or wine at an open bar). Second, Club Live will set the stage for dancing to a live 9-piece band. Third, Club Vinyl will feature a 7-piece band playing jazzed-up versions of music from today in a “Preservation Hall” setting.

Additionally, special guest star Vanessa Williams has joined the lineup as the event’s headliner. 

Sunrise at Disney World!

A View at Disney’s Yacht Club

Buffet and dessert stations and drinks are included with admission. And just before midnight, it will be time to put on a New Year’s Eve hat or tiara for the big countdown into 2016. Once the clock strikes twelve, a balloon drop and confetti blast will welcome the New Year, along with a champagne toast using your keepsake glass. [Read more…]

Spotted: Disney Parks Exclusive Starbucks Mug and Cup Ornaments

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Well, you already know about the Starbucks Holiday Mug exclusive to the Disney Parks Starbucks: Magic Kingdom’s Main Street Bakery, Epcot’s Fountain View,  Animal Kingdom’s Creature Comforts, and The Trolley Car Cafe at Hollywood Studios.

But did you know about the itty-bitty versions of the year-round cups and mugs? That’s right — the in-park Starbucks are also selling ornaments of the signature Starbucks cup design that you can only find in Disney Parks.

Disney Parks Starbucks Cup Ornament

Disney Parks Starbucks Cup Ornament

Your choices are miniature versions of the hot beverage cups or the cold beverage tumblers for $12.95 each. [Read more…]

Review: Black Forest Milkshake at Min and Bill’s Dockside Diner

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Min and Bill’s

has done it again!

Learn About:Dockside Diner
Disney's Hollywood Studios
Disney World Restaurants

We are back at Hollywood Studios’ very own Dockside Diner for this season’s specialty milkshake. You may recall a few of the milkshake gems that have made the rounds at this unassuming spot, like the scrumptious Caramel Apple, the creative Cinnamon Sweet Churro, and the festive Red Velvet Peppermint Shake in honor of the holidays.

Nowadays we can’t walk into Hollywood Studios without stopping by Min and Bill’s to check out the latest concoction, because they’ve made the hunt pretty fun by changing the seasonal shake offering on a fairly frequent basis.

Things had changed up yet again on our most recent trip with the Black Forest Milkshake.

So, who’s ready to do some seasonal shake sipping with me?

Atmosphere

Min and Bill’s Diner is located inside the “S.S. Down the Hatch” on Echo Lake in Hollywood Studios.

Min and Bill's Dockside Diner at Disney's Hollywood Studios

Min and Bill’s Dockside Diner at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

All seating is outdoors, but they do have a nice amount of tables and umbrellas set up right in front.

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Spotted: Star Wars Holiday Food-themed Disney Pins

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Okay, Star Wars fans… and Disney Pin collectors… and people who are just into awesome holiday stuff in general (have I covered all the bases 😉 ?)!

You may want to check out some cool goodies that are just begging to fill some stockings this year…

Disney Pins Display

Disney Pins Display

All sorts of holiday pins are now gracing the pin displays around Disney World, and if you keep an eye out, your search may be rewarded with the Star Wars Gingerbread Mystery Collection 2-Pack! [Read more…]

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