food IS a theme park
Hey all!! Earl of Sandwich posted on twitter and facebook about their brand new French Dip Sandwich, complete with red onions and au jus!!
New French Dip at Earl of Sandwich
I have no idea how long it will be around, but it’s being advertised as [Read more…]
Thanks to Pam Brandon over at the Disney Parks Blog, we have even more details on the new Landscape of Flavors food court (which seems to have undergone a name change since we last reported!) opening this summer with Disney’s Art of Animation Resort!
Landscape of Flavors Concept Art -- Disneys Art of Animation Resort
According to Disney Parks and Resorts Director of Food & Beverage Concept Development, Chef Ed Wronski, the focus of this new type of food court is customization. Guests will be able to “make your own” and choose from a variety of options more often in this spot.
Start planning now how you want to create your gelato sundae, smoothies, omelet, pasta, salad, sandwich, and more! There will also be a focus on “better-for-you” options in this location, so perhaps going of your diet won’t be as much of a temptation here! (Wait a minute…who are we kidding? They’ll still have Mickey Bars won’t they?)
Like the other value and moderate resorts, this food court will still be a regular old food court in that it will have five “shops,” each themed to a particular type of food.
Soup-Salad-Sandwich Shop
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Woo!! Tables in Wonderland has a v. cool event planned for February! Once again, I won’t be in Orlando at the right time, but hopefully some of you can go!! 🙂
Saturday February 25, 2012, 6:30pm – 9:00pm
Price: $95 per person, plus tax. Gratuity is included.
Scroll to bottom for booking information
The Park Event Operations Design and Display team dreams, designs, and creates themed atmosphere settings for Conventions, Special Events, and many other activities throughout the Walt Disney World Resort. From concepts to renderings, through finished construction, the Design and Display team can bring any “theme” to life.
This is your opportunity to peek “backstage” and see historical Disney pieces like the Nautilus and Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride! Come meet the Design and Display team, learn about what they do, see all the props up close, and enjoy a Buffet Reception with fellow Tables in Wonderland members! (Click the image to the right to see details full-sized. Scroll down to see how to book as well as the menu all typed out.)
Alice in Wonderland
–White Rabbit Rainbow Carrot Vichy with Fresh Dill served in “Drink Me” Vessel
–Queen of Hearts [Read more…]
Thanks to the folks at Mega_Bites for sharing this awesome news with us on twitter!
Cinderella’s Royal Table in the Magic Kingdom at Disney World has added a new item to the menu: Breakfast Bread Pudding!
This looks a heck of a lot like dessert to me, but, then again, so did my stuffed french toast when I ate there!
Breakfast Bread Pudding at Cinderella's Royal Table
According to the source, this includes bread pudding, Mascarpone, chocolate shavings, and fresh berries. Yum!!
As always, stay up to date on the latest Disney Food news by checking out our always-updated Disney Food News Pinboard!!
Have you tried this new menu item at Cinderella’s Royal Table? Let us know what your favorite menu item is in the Castle!
Knowing that Carnation Cafe was going to be closing for renovation starting January 5th, I wanted to squeeze in one more meal to hold me over for the next 6 months or so.
Carnation Cafe
My family and I decided to brave the park (with a dining reservation of course) on New Year’s Eve day for Carnation Cafe breakfast, which surprisingly we had never experienced there before. It’s hard for me to believe that we’d never had breakfast at one of our favorite table service restaurants, but then again, we are rarely at the park in the morning.
Right after checking in, I noticed that Chef Oscar was working, which made my morning. His 55 Years of Service Party was just the day before, so I wasn’t sure if he’d be in or not. I couldn’t wait to talk to him about his big day, but first, time to be seated and order!
Carnation Cafe Seating
I’d heard for a long time that the Cafe Cinnamon Roll French Toast is a must have. The description alone had me sold on it. Cream Cheese Icing? Yes please.
However, knowing that this was probably way too rich for me to finish alone along with the fact that three out of the four of us wanted to try it, my family decided to order it as a “fifth” meal to [Read more…]
As you know, we’re always on the look-out for menu news!
Today we’ve got some sneak peeks to share about Flo’s V-8 Cafe, part of the upcoming Cars Land in Disneyland Resort’s Disney California Adventure. AND we have some fun menu news out of the Animal Kingdom in Disney World! Let’s go…
Reminiscent of the small cafes along Route 66, Flo’s V-8 is slated to serve comfort food…including pies!
And the DisneyParks Blog just revealed a few of the pies that will be offered at Flo’s V-8!! These include… Dutch Apple-Cheddar (yum), Strawberry Rhubarb (yum), Mississippi Mud (double yum), and blueberry (yum)!!
Yet another reason that dining in Cars Land is on my bucket list! 😉 Flo’s is scheduled to open this summer.
Across the country in Orlando, Disney World’s Animal Kingdom has quietly revealed a new menu item that’s creating a [Read more…]
Did the Frito Kid have a hand in inventing Doritos?
Lots of Disney food news popped up this week, including lovely, flavorful things like wine, chocolate, caramel, coffee, cake, and more!!
Plus, we’ve found some seriously interesting posts to share with you — did you know that Doritos may have been invented in Disneyland?? Check it out…
For more decadent food news, stop by our Disney Food News Pin Board, where Disney Food News is updated on a regular basis — even little stuff that you might not see in a full post on the blog! Worth a look… 🙂
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AKL Resort
takes us to the Animal Kingdom Lodge’s Sanaa at Kidani Village. Try the yummy Naan bread!
OC Weekly investigates the origins of Doritos? There may be a Disneyland connection!
Main St. Gazette clearly agrees with me that the Picnic Burger is a slam dunk at Disney World’s Sci Fi Dine-In! Woo!
WDW Parkhoppers heads to dinner at the Polynesian’s Kona Cafe.
MousePlanet reviews the story behind Mama Melrose’s at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.
DisneyParks Blog shares favorite healthy eats at Walt Disney World.
Valentine's Day Cookies
Disneyland Resort restaurants will be offering unique items and special menus to share with your loved one on Valentine’s Day, February 14, 2012.
The Plaza Inn will feature a Strawberry Cream Puff ($4.99), and a Valentine’s Day sugar cookie topped with red, pink, and white sprinkles will be offered at Pacific Wharf ($2.99).
Steakhouse 55‘s dinner package will cost $55 (natch!). Enjoy Strawberry and goat Cheese Spinach Salad with Candied Pecans, Rosebud Champagne Sorbet, and a Surf & Turf entree of Filet and Scallops with Lobster Mashed Potatoes and Broccolini.
Cozy up like Hollywood legends at Steakhouse 55
For dessert, dig into a Chocolate Raspberry Tart.
At Blue Bayou, savor Roasted Muscovy duck breast, apricot pine nut stuffing, grand Marnier orange sauce, and roasted parsnip potato puree for $33.99.
While you dine in this twilit restaurant, consider the Valentine’s special dessert — Caramelized pear galette, mascarpone frangelico foam, and espresso crème anglase for $7.99.
Toast your sweetheart at Wine Country Trattoria, Alfresco Bar, or the Cove Bar in Disney California Adventure with a romantic dessert package. For $25, you’ll get two glasses of Magicale (Disney sparkling wine), 4 chocolate covered strawberries, and a single rose.
Sounds delish!! Where will YOU be headed on Valentine’s Day?
Source: WDWInfo.com
Looking for a phenomenal date night with a special someone? Ready to enjoy a romantic getaway that includes some serious chocolate? We’ve got the perfect plan for you!!
Indulge at the gorgeous Waldorf Astoria Orlando during the Chocolate, Wine, and Romance weekends all through February! (For those of you who can take advantage of this, I’m jealous!!!)
You remember last year’s Bar du Chocolat? It’s back! Along with some other great events and opportunities to try! Check these out…
Friday nights just got better! Stop by Peacock Alley for a special flight of chocolate martinis!
At the resort restaurants guests can experience delicious desserts — chocolate style! The chocolate bar dessert at Bull & Bear is absolutely decadent (believe me on this one!).
Chocolate Bar Dessert at Bull and Bear
On Friday and Saturday mornings, try the special chocolate items at Oscar’s breakfast buffet, including heavenly chocolate croissants.
Waldorf Astoria offers a signature tea, which will be enhanced in February with decadent chocolate croissants and other sinful treats. This will be held February 10th at 3 p.m. (Additional charge applies and advance reservations are suggested.)
You remember this one from last year! Enjoy a Chocolate Extravaganza on Friday and Saturday nights showcasing nearly 30 intense chocolate treats (priced per piece) when Peacock Alley becomes a chocolate-lover’s dream!
Choose from chocolate treats created by pastry chef Kurtis Baguley, including exquisite handmade chocolate truffles, exotic chocolate cakes, creamy chocolate mousse, and indulgent bon-bons. I got to try a few of the truffles and they were amazing! Stay tuned for a review in a week or so! 🙂
As you listen to lounge trio Harvestown in Peacock Alley on Friday and Saturday nights, savor a wine glass rimmed in
drizzled chocolate, then filled with a [Read more…]
With Beauty and the Beast 3D hitting theaters this past Friday, Disney’s Soda Fountain is celebrating with a special movie themed sundae. My family and I hit the road to Hollywood to check it out.
Disney's Soda Fountain and Studio Store
Beauty and the Beast Sundae Table Topper
Almond Praline Ice Cream with a hint of strawberry sauce, swirls of whipped cream, and topped with a “Luscious” candy rose was the description.
However, as soon as it arrived at the table, I noticed that the sundae also had caramel in it! SCORE!
Beauty and the Beast Sundae
See? CARAMEL!
Although I’m still a bit sad about the fact that the Soda Fountain switched from Dewar’s ice cream to Dreyer’s, the Almond Praline that was used in this sundae was quite tasty!
I am normally not a big strawberry sauce fan, but it literally was just a [Read more…]
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