food IS a theme park
Ready to live on the FANCY side of life in Disney World? Really want to go ALL OUT on your next Disney dining experience? Then we’ve got good news!
Disney’s Grand Floridian
There are all kinds of swanky spots to eat at in Disney World including California Grill at Disney’s Contemporary Resort, Topolino’s Terrace in Disney’s Riviera Resort, and Jiko at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge, but now Disney World’s fanciest restaurant has reopened and it might just be calling your name.
Dining at Disney World can be a pricey endeavor, but not all restaurants are created equal! While there are plenty of ways to save your next meal in the parks and resorts, there are also plenty of ways to spend the equivalent of one night’s rate at your resort hotel in one sitting!
Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa
If you’ve ever wondered just how much it costs to dine at Disney World’s most expensive restaurant, look no further. Let’s take a look at none other than Victoria & Albert’s, located at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa.
Today we’re taking you along with us to the height of luxury in Disney World Dining.
Victoria and Albert’s Main Dining Room
Book a babysitter for the littlest kiddos and put on your “going out” clothes, because we are heading to the land where chocolates are served with white gloves and truffles abound! We’re dining at Victoria and Albert’s!
Victoria & Albert’s Restaurant
at the Grand Floridian Resort and Spa is the foremost restaurant for fine dining in Walt Disney World.
Elegance is paramount in every aspect of the dining experience at Victoria & Albert’s, from decor to service to food. If you and your significant other want a fancy, sophisticated night out, Victoria & Albert’s — with its dinner jackets-level dress code and ten-and-older age restriction — is a unique experience.
What sets Victoria & Albert’s apart from other fine dining at Walt Disney World is the personalization that goes into each guest’s experience. About a week before guests dine here, the restaurant reaches out to learn about each diner’s allergies, likes, and dislikes.
Personalization can take multiple forms at Victoria & Albert’s, from the substitution of a specific ingredient to the creation of an entirely new dish, and so diners receive dishes that suit their likes from start to finish. That’s pretty amazing.
Victoria & Albert’s
I’ve dined at Victoria and Albert’s multiple times, but usually I choose the chef’s table in the kitchen. This time I headed into the regular dining room. I wanted to figure out 1) Is the experience worth the money, and 2) Which is better — the Chef’s Table or the Main Dining Room? Let’s find out.
Victoria & Albert’s has three dining room experiences from which to choose: the Main Dining Room, the Queen Victoria Room, and the Chef’s Table. As I mentioned, on this visit, I dined in the Main Dining Room, which houses layers upon layers of tasteful Victorian style. Luxurious window and wall treatments, muted colors, and classic wood accents create a space that is comfortable, but formal. [Read more…]
Our Goodies at the Wishes Dessert Party
We’re nearing the end of our whirlwind Disney World and Disneyland back-to-back trips, and there’s lots of news and info to share! Here are a few of the main items:
And now, on to the round-up! The first batch of links are from some colleagues of mine who attended the recent “From 5 Stars to Mickey Bars!” Disney World dining event with me.
What Now?!?!?, a fun blog written by Disney World Moms Panelist, Kathie F., showcases some shots from our Disney dinner at Flying Fish Cafe. Be sure to scroll through her other posts from our WDW weekend, too!
About.com: Theme Parks shares a photo gallery and review of Walt Disney World’s Sanaa Restaurant.
Chef Druck Musings has an awesome article covering some great counter-service finds in Epcot’s World Showcase.
Haute Travels reviews Todd English’s bluezoo.
Live and Learn has a fun break-down of what happened during our culinary weekend, as well as a hat tip to some great blogs and publications.
Studios Central tells us why NOT to book the Fantasmic Dinner Package.
GrubGrade shares the latest about Burger King’s Whiplash Whopper, created to commemorate Disney’s Iron Man 2.
Babes in Disneyland has some fun facts about Disneyland dining.
Passport To Dreams Old and New shares a piece about Ben Franklin, a mysterious Disney World portrait, the Hall of Presidents, and Liberty Tree Tavern.
Chip and Co has a fun look at creme brulee in Disney World.
Scott Joseph Orlando brings us to Victoria and Albert’s Queen Victoria Room.
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