food IS a theme park
Helllllloooooo from Disneyland and the Troubadour Tavern!
Troubadour Tavern
This hidden gem is a great place to grab a very quick bite in Disneyland. It’s tiny and doesn’t have much seating, but there are a couple of menu items worth getting, and you may even see a show! More on that later… .
In case you’re not sure where Troubadour Tavern is located (it’s kind of hidden, and many folks would walk right by), you’ll find it toward [Read more…]
Are you ready to mosey on up to the Stage Door Cafe in Disneyland’s Frontierland?
Stage Door Cafe
Located around the corner — at the Stage Door, of course — of the [Read more…]
In the midst of the big Disneyland 60th Celebration, we keep getting surprised with so many fun treats! On July 1st, the Disneyland Resort introduced a line of S’mores treats that are not to be missed. There are 4 fantastic new items that include a S’mores Marshmallow Wand, a S’mores Gourmet Caramel Apple, S’mores Bark, & a S’mores Rice Krispy Treat.
Marceline’s in Downtown Disney
On a recent trip to Downtown Disney, I visited Marceline’s and [Read more…]
UPDATE: Please note that the Tomorrowland Terrace has been redesigned; this location is now the Galactic Grill serving Star Wars-themed foods for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Greetings from THE FUTURE!!
Tomorrowland’s version of the Future, that is! We’re grabbing a quick bite at Disneyland’s Tomorrowland Terrace (not to be confused with Disney World’s seasonally open Tomorrowland Terrace Restaurant). Would you believe I’ve never reviewed this spot for the blog before? Well, my recent trip out west for the kickoff of the Disneyland Resort Diamond Celebration finally gave me an opportunity to change that. So, let’s blast off!
The setup at Tomorrowland Terrace is fairly simple. It’s an outdoor spot, primarily, though the ordering area and a fair amount of seating are covered by an overhang.
Tomorrowland Terrace
You’ll see multiple lines form at [Read more…]
Ever since Cars Land opened in 2012 in Disney California Adventure, it’s been an absolute must-visit every time I go to check out the west coast side of things.
Cars Land Entrance
Thanks to Flo’s V-8 Cafe and and the Cozy Cone Motel’s assortment of all things that can possibly be served up in a cone, it’s as much a fun snack stop as it is an attraction destination.
Flo’s V-8 Cafe in Disney California Adventure
So you can imagine how exicted I was to stumble upon this ENTIRE merchandise line dedicated not just to Cars Land, but with items specific to Flo’s AND the Cozy Cone Motel! This stuff is SO GREAT.
The first thing to catch my eye was this adorable pink Flo’s V-8 Cafe cardigan.
Flo’s V-8 Café cardigan
And this cool Flo’s V-8 Cafe tote!
Flo’s V-8 Café tote
You know I’m always gonna hone in on the kitchen goods, and there’s a-plenty! I love these mugs…
Flo’s V-8 Café Mugs
Flo is featured on these placemats, too (“She’s Fin-tastic!”).
Flo Placemat
The Flo’s V-8 Cafe logo is all over these oven mitts and potholders.
Flo’s V-8 oven mitts and potholders
And the Motarama Girls (Flo herself included) have a whole [Read more…]
So, last month I headed out west for the 24-Hour Kickoff of the Disneyland Resort Diamond Anniversary Celebration …and pretty much ate my way through Disneyland in three days. SO, I have LOTS to share with you here on the blog of my epic Diamond eating adventure.
Sleeping Beauty Castle decked out for the Diamond Anniversary
But, today I’m going to highlight one of the best things I ate, hands down, during those three days. And that’s saying something, because I had a Bacon Mac & Cheese Cone, brunch at Club 33, all five Jungle Skewers at the Bengal Barbecue and so much more.
Are you ready? Then allow me to set the scene…you wander into the Candy Palace to check the candy cases to see what’s new…
The Candy Palace
And here they are… [Read more…]
Did you know that Bengal Barbecue (Disneyland skewer spot extraordinaire) just turned 25 years old?
Bengal Barbecue sign
So, what better way to celebrate than a stop for some — okay, make that ALL — the skewers on the menu (and maaaaaybe a few other treats to boot)! That’s exactly what I did on my recent trip to Disneyland.
Say hello to the big ol’ scary Tiger, because we’re FINALLY heading back to Bengal Barbecue! (I missed you!)
So, what’s the scene like in this Adventureland spot? Well, you’re pretty much looking at it 😉 .
Bengal Barbecue sign
Bengal Barbecue ordering area
Ok, that’s not entirely true. There are a few umbrella-covered tables nearby, but portability is really the name of the game here (in essence, it’s a kiosk). Still, even for a space this small, it’s certainly not without a few Disney details.
Zebra carving
Hi, Mickey!
And the food itself plays a part in creating the atmosphere, too, since you can watch Cast Member grill masters at work, creating your order with a side of char-grilled smells wafting through the air. This chick, by the way, was awesome.
Bengal Barbecue grill
And what are they grilling [Read more…]
Looking for an amazing snack to munch on while perusing Disneyland? Then you must try the Cinnamon Crisps from Rancho Del Zocalo in Frontierland.
Cinnamon Crisps
Located in between Big Thunder Mountain and the Shooting Gallery, Rancho Del Zocalo is a counter service restaurant offering up Mexican cuisine in the wild wild west of Disneyland.
Cinnamon Crisps are a hidden gem that not many people know about, and Rancho Del Zocalo is the only spot in the park that sells them.
Cinnamon Crisp Close Up
Reminiscent of Taco Bell’s old “Cinnamon Crispas” (remember those!?!?!) this [Read more…]
Well, I’ll be dipped.
So there I was, walking around Disneyland taking in all the sights and tastes for the 24-Hour Kickoff of the Disneyland Diamond Resort Celebration, when I stumbled upon THIS piece of gorgeousness.
Bacon Mac & Cheese Cone sign
The Macaroni & Cheese Bread Cone is BACK! Well, at Disneyland, that is! And you can find it at the Cozy Cone Motel in Cars Land at Disney California Adventure.
Cozy Cone Motel Sign
Cone Queso at the Cozy Cone Motel
So, why is this such a huge deal? Well, in case you missed it last summer, a little backstory: last August we reviewed the Macaroni and Cheese Bread Cone at Disney WORLD found in Hollywood Studios at the concession stands for the Fantasmic! nighttime spectacular.
And it was quite a hit. Because it’s a HUGE pile of MAC AND CHEESE. Topped with BACON. Stuffed in BREAD. Like this…
Macaroni and Cheese Bread Cone previously served at Fantasmic!
Macaroni and Cheese Bread Cone previously served at Fantasmic!
However, probably no more than two days after we reviewed it, it was pulled from the Fantasmic menu.
Gone. Vamoose. Finito!
No big drama or anything, just a regular menu change and pretty much par for the course when you’re scoping out food at Disney World. But a major bummer nonetheless, what with it being MAC AND CHEESE. Topped with BACON. Stuffed in BREAD and all.
So when I saw that sign last week, I knew I had to grab it. Lesson learned: far be it from me to let a moment with the Mac and Cheese Bread Cone slip through my fingers. Pay no mind to the fact that [Read more…]
I had an amazing time in Disneyland last week, celebrating the kick-off of their Diamond Anniversary year!
Sleeping Beauty Castle decked out for the Diamond Anniversary
And, of course, as is the case anytime a Disney park celebrates a big milestone, they brought out tons of special treats. From dressed up candy apples…
Diamond Celebration Minnie Apple
…to diamond glow cubes…
Specialty beverages with diamond glow cubes
…to the most incredible popcorn buckets ever…
Disneyland Balloon Popcorn Bucket
…it was a blast just wandering the park noshing on all of the latest goodies.
But, of course I had to see what the 60th Anniversary cake pops were all about!
Disneyland 60th Anniversary Cake Pops
These guys were just [Read more…]
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