Disney Character Cupcake Pins

So… have you seen these?

Clearly Disney is getting the idea about how much we love Disney Cupcakes!

This “Character Cupcake – Mini-Pin Set” will be released on March 10, 2011, at Walt Disney World! Retailing for $29.95, the set includes cupcakes reminiscent of Marie from Disney’s The Aristocats, Tinker Bell, Minnie Mouse, Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck, Pluto, and Goofy!

More info on how to order the pins here! All information is subject to change including but not limited to artwork, release dates, edition sizes and retail prices.

Thanks to Brooke F. and Cody S. for the heads up!

Two Raglan Road March Events: Culinary Masterclass and Tables in Wonderland Dinner

By Kim LaPaglia 8 Comments

Two special events featuring Chef Kevin Dundon will be held at Downtown Disney’s Raglan Road in Orlando in March. Celebrate Irish food and culture!

Exclusive Luncheon and Culinary Masterclass With Chef Kevin Dundon

On March 14th your taste buds will be riverdancing. To celebrate the launch of his new US book, Irish Master Chef, Kevin Dundon, will prepare a selection of his favorite recipes in an exclusive, four-course afternoon luncheon. Enjoy a live demonstration and culinary masterclass from this award-winning James Beard chef. Call Lorraine at Raglan Road at (407) 938-0300 to book your reservation for this prestigious event. All are welcome!

Four-course lunch: $55 plus tax and gratuity, including complimentary gift bag. Book now as spaces are limited.

Chef Kevin Dundon Cooking Demo

Lunch Menu [Read more…]

Review: Epcot’s Mexico Pavilion Margarita Stand

By AJ 22 Comments

It’s time to pay some homage to the little kiosk that could. The Margarita stand in Epcot’s Mexico pavilion has been churning out frozen drinks for years and years. The location and menu have changed, but the delivery is still the same — a plastic cup filled with a strong, cold, kind of…bad…margarita.

Epcot Margarita Stand

OK, now before you start to argue, let’s look at the facts: since La Cava del Tequila moved in next store, the difference between the fiesta margarita from the Epcot kiosk and an aguacate, pineapple, or even jalapeno margarita from La Cava is pretty stark, right? The flavors and depth of the drinks from La Cava just [Read more…]

Review: Pop Century Resort’s Tie Dye Cheesecake

By AJ 30 Comments

After featuring the Tie-Dye Cheesecake recipe on Disney Food Blog back in July 2009, I figured it was high time to review it!

Found at Disney World’s Pop Century Resort, this unique dessert has been a staple since the resort’s opening in 2003. And one reason why I think it’s particularly special (besides the fact that it’s gorgeous) is that it’s one of only a few unique, resort-specific desserts found on Disney World property (Animal Kingdom Lodge’s Zebra Domes and Port Orleans French Quarter’s beignets are two others in the club).

While this cake looks crazy, it’s actually pretty simple in structure. A multi-colored [Read more…]

Dining in Disneyland: The (Not So Mini) Mini Cupcake Sampler

By Heather 16 Comments

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Dining in Disneyland columnist Heather Sievers reports on some serious deliciousness from Disneyland!

The mini cupcake sampler from Marceline’s Confectionery has been on my radar for months. As a regular visitor to Marceline’s in Downtown Disney, I’ve been eyeing it the past several trips. The problem: we’re usually on our way to dinner or to the parks, and a box of cupcakes is not something I’m interested in carrying around.

Cupcake Shopping at Marceline's in Downtown Disney

So, a few visits ago, I decided I’d pick it up on our way home and do my “research” in the privacy of my own kitchen. I mean, it probably would have looked a little bizarre cutting each cupcake in half, photographing them and then passing them all around to my family of test tasters to get opinions…

On this particular day, they were also preparing the cupcakes in Marceline’s candy kitchen viewing area, so I got to see them being put [Read more…]

Disney Dream Recipe: Avocado-Citrus Salad

By AJ 1 Comment

As I continue with my coverage of the January Christening Cruise Disney Dream Dine Around, I’m excited to add another tasty recipe from Disney Cruise Line’s newest ship!

Avacado-Citrus Salad at Royal Palace on the Disney Dream

Royal Dining

At the Royal Palace Restaurant aboard the Disney Dream, you’ve gotta try this Avocado-Citrus Salad. The healthy ingredients are a great way to counteract all of those desserts you’re getting at Cabanas 😉

Where to Find It

The Royal Palace Restaurant is one of the three restaurants that cruisers can enjoy in their rotational dining. Check out this photo review of the Royal Palace Restaurant, to see even more yumminess from the menu.

Speaking of — check out the Royal Palace Menu as well! Never hurts to plan out your meal… 😉

How to Make It

Avocado-Citrus Salad Recipe

Serves 4

Citrus Dressing Ingredients
1/4 cup fresh orange juice [Read more…]

Review: 50s Prime Time Cafe

By AJ 38 Comments

Learn About:50’s Prime Time Cafe

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Let’s go back in time to the 1950s when TV was the latest technology and food was simple and delicious. Meatloaf, fried chicken, pot roast — you can’t go wrong!

Over at 50s Prime Time Cafe in Disney’s Hollywood Studios, get ready for a fun, interactive meal in Mom’s kitchen. That’s right — the whole place is decorated like a kitchen straight out of the 1950s, including accessories, decorations, calendars, and even those old black-and-white TVs!

But make sure you eat all your veggies and keep your elbows off the table… you never know when Mom’s watching!

Atmosphere

When you walk into 50s Prime Time Cafe, you’ll find yourself right in between Dad’s Living Room and Mom’s Kitchen. Dad’s Living Room is the waiting area for the restaurant, while Mom’s Kitchen is the main dining room. Here’s a tip: When you check in, ask for a TV table. While they can’t guarantee it, cross your fingers — you’ll see why later!

Hopefully you’ll have a bit of time to explore Dad’s Living Room while you wait for your table. Everything in the room(s), from the wallpaper to the knick knacks to the furniture, is vintage and [Read more…]

Disney Food Post Round-Up: February 20, 2011

By AJ 2 Comments

Plaza Restaurant Milkshake

Some great food links for you this week! But first, the answers to yesterday’s photo hunt! Going clockwise from the upper left-hand corner: 1. Restaurantosaurus 2. Candy Cauldron 3. Coral Reef 4. Via Napoli 5. Diamond Horseshoe 6. Bistro de Paris! Did you get them all right? 🙂

The biggest piece of Disney food news this week is that the 2011 Wine & Dine Half-Marathon registration opened this week! This race will kick off the 2011 Epcot Food and Wine Festival.

And now, on to the round-up!

The Passporter Moms Podcast featured three Disney Food Blog contributors this week — Erin Foster, our Disney Food for Families columnist; Kim LaPaglia, Disney Food Blog contributor and behind-the-scenes superstar; and Bernie Edwards, Disney Food Blog contributor (and my Aquaduck partner)! Check out their report (including reviewing the food!) on the new Wild Africa Trek tour in Disney’s Animal Kingdom.

Speaking of podcasts, I had the chance to record with the WDW Today Podcast again! This week, we covered those 2011 Disney Dining Plan changes! Listen here!

WDW for Grownups shows us around Raglan Road in Downtown Disney Orlando!

Eating (and Drinking) Around WDW channels Andrew Zimmern as he makes the chef’s recipe for Black Bean Spare Ribs with Green Onion, presented at the 2010 Epcot Food and Wine Festival.

Main Street Gazette discovers a bit more about the recipe for coca-cola in Epcot!

Babes in Disneyland says a resounding no to the new kids meal pizzas at Disneyland’s Village Haus.

English Disney Blog reviews Walt’s Restaurant in Disneyland Paris!

Kevin Kidney reveals the authentic recipe for the original Chicken of the Sea Tunaburger in Disneyland. But the best part of the post is the picture of Kevin with said Tunaburger.

Disney Dining Photo Hunt

By AJ 12 Comments

Every once in a while we like to mix it up here on the DFB and see how closely everyone’s paying attention when they’re roaming the parks, resorts, and shops in Disney World.

The following collage includes six photos that all have to do with Disney World restaurants or other locations that primarily sell food. How many of the locations can you name?

Be warned — people might start guessing locations in the comments, so don’t peek unless you have your guesses firmly in place 🙂

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Good luck! Check in on tomorrow’s round-up to see the answers!

All photos copyright Disney Food Blog.

Disney Food Pics of the Week: Dole Whip

By Kim LaPaglia 6 Comments

Thanks to all who have contributed their photos to the Disney Food Blog Photo Extravaganza! Keep sending them along! This week, the Disney Food Pics of the Week feature one of my favorite indulgences — Dole Whip! Check ’em out!

An original drawing gives a new look to an old favorite at Aloha Isle in the Magic Kingdom! Artist: [rich]

Dole Whip Drawing

This photo of the Dole Whip sign at Disneyland’s Tiki Juice Bar is making me thirsty! Photographer: [Read more…]

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