The Friar’s Nook is one of those places that seems like it’s never open. Every time I walk past there, the walk up window quick service dining location has its doors closed, but every once in a while, typically in the afternoons, you’ll find the elusive windows are open and see that they are serving…
Category: Dining and Snacks at Walt Disney World
It’s all about the FOOD at Walt Disney World
Breakfast with Friends at the Crystal Palace
For many of us, trips to Walt Disney World are as much about family traditions as they are about experiencing the newest hottest thing. For me and my wife, one of our favorite and most important traditions is breakfast at the Crystal Palace. I’ve written before about why this is such a high point in…
The Hoop Dee Doo Revue-Fun for the Whole Family
There are so many great dinner options within the Walt Disney World Resort, but if you are looking for something truly unique, check out The Hoop Dee Doo Revue. The Hoop Dee Doo Revue is a musical dinner show that is perfect for guests of any age! Getting to Pioneer Hall, which houses the Hoop…
Foodie Friday: First Look at Pizza Ponte at Disney Springs
I was just in Orlando celebrating Christmas with my family, which of course meant that I had to make a stop over at Disney Springs, right? Besides wanting to see the beautiful holiday decor, maybe do some shopping, and soak up the atmosphere, I had another reason for wanting to visit. The brand new pizza…
Foodie Friday: Review of the Cookies and Cream Churros from Tortuga Tavern
Earlier this year, I learned that Tortuga Tavern located in Adventureland at the Magic Kingdom introduced a new treat, in addition to the turkey legs and hot dogs the quick service restaurant offers on a daily basis. Churros! But not just a normal cinnamon coated churro, but a cookies and cream churro! What?! Ok…this sounded…
The Edison and Other New Dining Opportunities at Disney Springs
Disney Springs will soon be offering four new dining opportunities: Pizza Ponte, Maria & Enzo’s Ristorante, Enzo’s Hideaway Tunnel Bar, and The Edison. As always with Walt Disney World, there is a fascinating back story for these dining locations. Maria and Enzo were Italian immigrants. They dreamed of having their own bakery, and found land…
Breakfast at Whispering Canyon Cafe
A few weeks ago, I ran the Wine and Dine 10K at Walt Disney World. I had an amazing time, but as soon as the race was over, I was starving! Luckily, I had planned ahead and made a reservation for breakfast at the Whispering Canyon Cafe. This was my first visit, and I…
Foodie Friday: Treats from the Epcot Festival of the Holidays
I was recently in Walt Disney World to celebrate the holiday season and was quite intrigued by the new Epcot Festival of the Holidays. Sure, it’s just a name change of the Epcot Holidays Around the World and it included a bit of an expansion, but there’s something so festive about experiencing Epcot around…
Top Quick Service Restaurants in Each Park – Walt Disney World
Satu’li Canteen in Animal Kingdom Sometimes, when you’re in a Walt Disney World park, the last thing you want to do is spend an hour or so enjoying a leisurely meal. You’ve got rides to get on, attractions to visit, shows to see! On days like these, all you want to do is grab some…
The Many Pretzels of Walt Disney World
One of the favorite parts of a Walt Disney World vacation is the food. And even with the great lengths we go to for certain table service restaurant reservations or the menu scouring and planning we take to counter service locations, very few things inspire the kind of loyalty and dedication as some of our…
Foodie Friday: New Holiday Treat At Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Well, I just came back from a whirlwind Walt Disney World vacation where I wanted to get some of that Christmas spirit before the busy holiday season. (When I knew I the parks and resort overall would be exceptionally busy.) I had a fantastic time and enjoyed the new Sunset Seasons Greetings shows, the additions…
Sunday Funday at Narcoossee’s Brunch
It took me a few visits to Walt Disney World before I discovered a very valuable bit of intel. But once I did, my park touring style was altered forever. I realized that the more you are moving against traffic, the better you are. Go where everyone else used to be. Zig, when they…