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12/4/2020 • Blog, Tips, Walt Disney World •
Disney has changed how one thinks about quick-service food in a theme park. Instead of just hamburgers, hotdogs, and pizza, their offerings reflect the many tastes and personalities of their guests which makes quick service dining an experience to look forward to. But let’s be honest, we all hate waiting in lines. When visiting Walt Disney World, lines are inevitable, but Disney’s mobile dining orders can give you some of your time back and minimize the lines you experience at the parks. Mobile ordering is available for most quick-service locations and a recent addition is some table service locations. Table service locations are listed in your app with the words “To Go” at the end of the restaurant name. To start your order, 1. Click on the “+” on the bottom of the home screen of the My Disney Experience app. 2. Then, click “Order Food”. 3. Alternatively, click on […]
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1/10/2020 • Cruises, Reviews •
When embarking on a Disney Cruise, indulgence is what comes to mind. While each of the ships has unique dining rooms that are part of the nightly dinner rotation, every ship also has an adult-only dining option, Palo. Palo is known for its Northern Italian inspiration with a modern twist. They offer reservations for dinner and on select days, a brunch option. I have been following the Ketogenic way of eating for almost 2 years and my experience at Palo brunch was extraordinary. Brunch and dinner are subject to an additional fee of $40/person, plus gratuity. The following dress code is recommended: Dress pants or slacks and a collared shirt for men Dress, skirt, or pants and a blouse for women. Jeans may be worn if in good condition (no holes). My husband and I have had the privilege of enjoying the Palo brunch on both the Disney Dream […]
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6/14/2019 • Disneyland, Reviews •
Nestled in a quiet section of Orleans Square in Disneyland Park, you will find one of my favorite dining experiences! Blue Bayou, a restaurant whose name lives up to its creole-inspired cuisine, is an unassuming, but delicious dining experience with ambiance to match. As you enter this restaurant with an outdoor aesthetic, you can catch a glimpse of the boats from Pirates of the Caribbean coming by as they are taking off on their adventure. The sound of the water gently running by, the crickets and soft music- all seem to transport you out of Disneyland Park and onto the Louisiana bayou. Once seated, we couldn’t help but notice the beautiful lanterns hanging overhead against the seemingly black sky, even though we were comfortably seated indoors! As we opened our menus, we were treated to a surprise – though Blue Bayou is dimly lit, our menus included built-in flashlights to […]
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4/16/2019 • Cruises, Reviews •
Think a Disney Cruise is just for families traveling with kids? Think again! Your Me and The Mouse Team recently took a team trip aboard the Disney Dream and it’s not just for kids anymore! Let me start this by saying, I am not a cruise person and therefore, I haven’t been on many in the past few years. My main reasons for not liking cruises include being afraid that the boat is going to leave me at the port since I am, admittedly, not the timeliest individual (my poor husband), the crowds of people on board, and the presumably low-quality food. (If you have read any of my previous blogs, you’ve probably figured out I love food!) Lastly, my husband and I don’t have any kids yet, so why would we go on a Disney cruise specifically? While I didn’t know the answer to that before, I definitely do […]
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2/22/2019 • Tips, Walt Disney World •
When planning a Disney World vacation, guests plan for their resort, number of days traveling, attractions they’ll enjoy, and meeting Mickey Mouse and his famous friends. There is one other huge element to plan though…the table service locations you’ll dine at. This simple concept of food can affect two major parts of your trip: 1. Your daily itinerary 2. The enjoyment you will have consuming that food. Although the food can be a favorite part and once you are there enjoying it, you’ll quickly realize the amount of food will keep you quite full even at the end of the day. Many guests also would love a day or two of an open itinerary but with so much food to consume, is that even possible? Yes! It’s possible to modify your dining itinerary to allow for food downtime to ensure you don’t get “fooded” out. In the process, you’ll add […]
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6/13/2017 • Reviews, Walt Disney World •
On May 27, 2017 (The opening day for Pandora) lines for the rides were 250+ minutes. Thankfully, we are Walt Disney World Annual Pass Holders. We had the opportunity to sign up for an EXCLUSIVE Pass Holder Preview that took place a week before the land opened to the public. WHAT AN INCREDIBLE EXPERIENCE. The “land” is like none other at Walt Disney World. As soon as you step in, you feel as if you are on another planet or 4.4 light years away. We were able to explore the “planet” and ride both The Flight of Avatar and The Na’vi River Journey without a wait. You will be entertained on your way to the ride. As the line queues themselves are full of incredible sites. The Flight of Avatar begins with a process in which an “Avatar” is made for each rider. This will link you to a […]
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5/4/2017 • Reviews, Walt Disney World •
One of my fellow agents, Ryan Gross, wrote a blog on all that was sweet and savory in Walt Disney World {read it, here!}, and mentioned ‘poutine’ as one of his favorites. If you’d like to know more about this savory treat, you’re in luck! The Daily Poutine is a small, brick, ‘snack’ stand in Disney Spring, located roughly behind the Lego Store in the Marketplace, but not quite in the Town Center. It overlooks a lovely fountain and the savory smells billowing from this stand will keep you close by. Promoting ‘gourmet frites’, the Daily Poutine makes 4 different poutine dishes. Served in a large bowl, you will find it filled with french fries and cheese curds, and topped with heavenly items. It’s a great treat to share for two {or a great meal for one}! Classic poutine is covered in brown, beef gravy. Simple, delicious, and […]
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1/23/2017 • Walt Disney World •
Going to Walt Disney World on an adult only trip is an experience that must be enjoyed by all Disney fans. While you may miss the children for a few moments, there are some great experiences that you must try with your significant other or best friends. Here are some of my favorite activities on an adult only trip. Jellyrolls This is a dueling piano bar located on the Boardwalk. Jellyrolls is the place to hang out with your friends and enjoy top entertainment. With 2 piano virtuosos taking requests from the audience, grab a drink, make a request, and sing along for an evening filled with fun. Be sure to get there early for a seat as the bar fills to standing by 9pm each night! Also, bring along small bills to give the players for those musical requests. Disney’s Tours Touring Disney’s parks behind the scenes allows guests […]
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1/5/2017 • Reviews, Walt Disney World •
Disney World bucket list item….CHECK! When I first heard Chef Morimoto was opening a restaurant in Disney Springs, I knew immediately that this dining reservation was on the top of my list! The influence of Japanese, Chinese and Korean flavors on the menu pretty much guaranteed Morimoto Asia was sure to become a favorite of mine! This new spot is located in a modern new building at the Landing in Disney Springs. (It shares an area with Raglan Road that allows you to enjoy the outside entertainment across the way while you wait for your table.) This beautiful restaurant has an amazing menu that anyone should be able to find something they would love. They also have a children’s menu, and there were plenty of families with young ones who all seemed happy. Morimoto has many traditional flavors, House sake, a pretty extensive sushi menu, and several specialty drinks. You’ll […]
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11/23/2016 • Reviews, Walt Disney World •
Boma is located inside the Jambo House at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge. This restaurant has a wonderful décor and African drummers provide a lively authentic atmosphere at the entrance. Dinner is served buffet style with a wide variety of food choices and included is a soft-drink selection with refills. Drink orders are taken by a waitress. You may want to enjoy premium drink options with an African flair for an additional cost. Disney characters do not make appearances here, but the restaurant provides character and charm. Boma is paradise for food lovers. You will need a big table to provide plenty of room to try all of the unique dishes along with the classics. The food has an African flair and provides a unique dining experience. A variety of favorite American classics are offered as well. The food has amazing flavor without being overwhelming. It is one of my top […]
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