Foodie Guide to Holiday Delights at Walt Disney World Parks, Disney Springs 2022

Foodie Guide By November 8, 2022 No Comments

Do you hear that? There are some sleigh bells jingling with festive foodie fun because the holidays have arrived at Walt Disney World Resort! All across the resort, there is yuletide joy to be had with entertainment, decorations, and of course, food. And all of us at Disney Eats are ready to share it all with you.

We previously unwrapped all the festive foods coming to Magic Kingdom Park for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party and coming soon we’ll have all the menus for the resorts at Walt Disney World, EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays, and the Disneyland Resort treats to gift to you. Until then, let’s look at all the holiday eats and sips coming to Disney Springs, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park this year.

With delicious dishes like the Santa Clause Petit Cake from Amorette’s Patisserie to the Reindeer Mousse at ABC Commissary, and who can forget the Menagerie Cupcake at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park, the culinary teams across the resort are giving you (and your tastebuds) the ultimate holiday gift!

Grab your stockings and your appetites because it’s time to open up the Foodie Guide to holidays at Walt Disney World Resort!

Ornament Mousse Dome Cake, Holiday Wreath Pastry, Santa Clause Petit Cake and Holiday Mickey Mousse from Amorette's Patisserie
Disney Springs

Amorette’s Patisserie

  • Ornament Mousse Dome Cake: Toasted marshmallow and hot chocolate mousse on a graham cracker chiffon cake (New) (Available from Nov. 11 through Dec. 30)
  • Holiday Wreath Pastry: Gingerbread cookie cake topped with salted caramel spiced mousse and candied hazelnuts (New) (Available from Nov. 11 through Dec. 30)
  • Santa Clause Petit Cake: Chocolate chip cookie cake, vanilla mousse, and chocolate chiffon cake (New) (Available from Nov. 16 through Dec. 30)
  • Holiday Mickey Mousse: Chocolate chiffon cake, white and dark chocolate mousse, and white chocolate crisp pearls (New) (Available from Nov. 11 through Dec. 30)
Christmas Old Fashioned from The Boathouse and Peppermint Cookies & Cream Shake from D-Luxe Burger

The Boathouse (Available from Nov. 18 through Jan. 15)

Christmas Old Fashioned: Featured holiday drink with Heaven’s Door Whiskey, rosemary, and cranberry simple syrup

Dockside Margaritas (Available from Nov. 11 through Dec. 30)

  • Candy Cane Margarita: 1800 Silver Tequila, peppermint beverage syrup, lime juice, and a float of cranberry juice (New)

D-Luxe Burger

  • Bacon & Blue Burger: Two pressed signature blend patties, blue cheese crumble,  bacon, onion jam, lettuce, and tomato on a Parker House roll (Available through Dec. 30)
  • Peppermint Cookies & Cream Shake: Vanilla gelato, peppermint beverage syrup, and cookie crumbles (Available Nov. 11 through Dec. 30)
Half Dozen Christmas Donuts from Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew

Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew (Available Dec. 1 through 31)

  • Half Dozen Christmas Donuts: A half dozen yeast donuts decorated with holly jolly edible décor, luscious buttercream, and toppings showcasing colors and images of the season
Minnie Mouse Reindeer Piñata and Olaf Hot Cocoa Surprise from The Ganachery

The Ganachery

  • Minnie Mouse Reindeer Piñata (New) (Available from Nov. 11 through Dec. 30)
  • Gingerbread Ganache Square (Available from Nov. 11 through Dec. 30)
  • Milk and Dark Chocolate Peppermint Bark (Available from Nov. 11 through Dec. 30)
  • Olaf Hot Cocoa Surprise (Available from Nov. 11 through Dec. 30)
  • Rowdy Reindeer: Milk chocolate reindeer available in non-alcoholic and alcoholic options (New) (Available from Dec. 18 through 30)
Peppermint Hot Cocoa from Ghirardelli Soda Fountain and Chocolate Shop, Kris Kringle Cookie and Cookie Vom Krampus from Gideon’s Bakehouse and Poinsettia Spritz from Splitsville Luxury Lanes

Ghirardelli Soda Fountain and Chocolate Shop (Available Nov. 1 through Dec. 25)

  • Peppermint Hot Cocoa

Gideon’s Bakehouse (Available Nov. 25 through Dec. 31)

  • Kris Kringle Cookie: White chocolate coffee bean cookie with coconut, caramel, and vanilla bean notes topped with coarse sugar crystals and magic glitter
  • Cookie Vom Krampus: A decadent triple chocolate cookie infused with peppermint and covered in cool chocolate mint

Jock Lindsey’s Holiday Bar (Available from Nov. 11 through Dec. 30)

  • “Naughty or Nice” Deviled Eggs: Naughty: crispy ham and spicy honey glaze or Nice: crispy ham and sweet honey glaze (New)
  • Here We Come A-Croquetting: Holiday croquettes with turkey and stuffing topped with bacon and cranberry jam and turkey gravy on a bed of pureed sweet potatoes (New)
  • Boughs of Holly Flatbread with Ham & Brie: Brie cheese, black forest ham, watercress, Granny Smith apples, pomegranate seed, and lemon vinaigrette
  • Grandma’s Revenge Venison Sliders: Venison sausage patty, bacon cranberry jam, watercress, and tomato on a Parker House roll
  • Post-Flight “Milk” and Cookies: Assorted Christmas cookies and coquito (New)
  • Hot Chocolate Grail Flight: Traditional spiced butterscotch hot chocolate, white chocolate hot chocolate, and peppermint hot chocolate (New)
  • Claus Mo: Cosmopolitan garnished with a red sugar rim and a Santa hat made out of a strawberry and marshmallow
  • Pomegranate Gin & Tonic: St. Augustine Gin, pomegranate juice, and tonic soda (New)
  • Yule Mule: Bombay Sapphire Gin, Fever Tree Ginger Beer, cranberry juice, rosemary simple syrup, and holly leaf sugar garnish

Marketplace Snacks (Available Nov. 11 through Dec. 30)

  • Santa Mickey Mouse Bubble Sundae: Vanilla soft-serve, Mickey Mouse bubble waffle, chocolate cookie pieces, chocolate sauce, Mickey Mouse Santa hat, and Chocolate Pocky Stick (New)

Splitsville Luxury Lanes (Available Nov. 25 through Jan. 2)

  • Poinsettia Spritz: A refreshing cocktail made with plum-infused vodka, sugar plum jam, fresh lemon juice, allspice dram liqueur, and prosecco

Swirls on the Water (Available Nov. 11 through Dec. 30)

  • Frozen Hot Chocolate with Peppermint Soft-serve: Frozen hot chocolate, peppermint soft-serve, and white chocolate peppermint bark (New)
  • Peppermint Chocolate Bark Soft-serve Nachos: Peppermint soft-serve, chocolate soft-serve, and waffle chips topped with whipped cream, M&M’s chocolate candies, and chocolate sauce (New)

Vivoli il Gelato

  • Santa’s Little Helper Sundae: Two scoops of chocolate, mint chocolate chip, chocolate sauce, crushed peppermint, and whipped cream (Available Nov. 1 through Jan. 3)
  • Spiced Apple Cider Float: Spiced apple cider gelato with Cigar City Homemade Apple Pie Cider (Available Nov. 1 through Jan. 3)
  • Bah Humbug Milkshake: Milkshake with cake batter gelato, red velvet cake, and a red velvet cake to top (Available Nov. 1 through Jan. 4)

Available at Outdoor Bars Throughout Disney Springs (Available Nov. 11 through Dec. 30)

  • Red-Nosed Margarita: Patron Silver, Cointreau, pomegranate juice, cranberry juice, lime juice, sweet and sour, and pure cane syrup (New)
  • Fireside Cider: Fireball Whiskey, Stoli Vanilla Vodka, white cranberry juice, grenadine, and ginger ale garnished with a half rim of cinnamon sugar

Available at Carts and Kiosks

  • Musical Holiday Tin Premium Bucket
  • Mickey Mouse Snow Globe Sipper Cup
Disney’s Hollywood Studios

ABC Commissary (Available Nov. 8 through Jan. 1; mobile order available)

  • Holiday Minnie Mouse Bundt Cake: Spice cake rolled in cinnamon-sugar with apple pie filling and topped with spiced maple buttercream and salted caramel icing (New)
  • Reindeer Mousse: Spiced cherry-orange dark chocolate mousse, chocolate cake, and gold chocolate cookie base with dark chocolate glaze and milk chocolate buttercream (New)
  • Frozen Salted Caramel Hot Cocoa topped with mini marshmallows and chocolate sauce

Backlot Express (Available Nov. 8 through Jan. 1; mobile order available)

  • Red Velvet Whoopie Pie: Red Velvet Cake, candy cane buttercream, and holiday sprinkles
  • Frozen Salted Caramel Hot Cocoa topped with mini marshmallows and chocolate sauce

Dockside Diner (Available Nov. 8 through Jan. 1; mobile order available)

  • Holiday Tree Marshmallow: Vanilla bean marshmallow and raspberry jam dipped in chocolate on top of a vanilla cookie (New)
  • Hot Cocoa Flight: Flight of three hot cocoa with Stoli Vanil Vodka, Red Stag Cherry Whiskey, and Baileys Irish Cream Liqueur

Fairfax Fare (Available Nov. 8 through Jan. 1; mobile order available)

  • Hot Cocoa Flight: Flight of three hot cocoa with Stoli Vanil Vodka, Red Stag Cherry Whiskey, and Baileys Irish Cream Liqueur

Hollywood Scoops (Available Nov. 8 through Jan. 1)

  • Candy Cane Milkshake: Peppermint ice cream shake topped with whipped cream, chocolate cake doughnut, and candy cane sprinkles

The Hollywood Brown Derby (Available Nov. 8 through Jan. 1) s

  • Winter Signature Dessert: Pumpkin mousse, milk chocolate Cremeux, chocolate pecan cookie, vanilla sauce, Chantilly cream, and a pecan crumble (New)

PizzeRizzo (Available Nov. 8 through Jan. 1; mobile order available)

  • Melted Snowman Sugar Cookie: Sugar cookie with red and green sugar, white chocolate, marshmallow, dark chocolate top hat, raspberry-chocolate twigs, orange sprinkle, and chocolate covered cocoa nibs (New)
  • Frozen Salted Caramel Hot Cocoa topped with mini marshmallows and chocolate sauce

Rosie’s All-American Café (Available Nov. 8 through Jan. 1; mobile order available)

  • Santa Mickey Mouse Cupcake: Chocolate cake filled with mocha fudge and topped with red almond buttercream, white chocolate, and dark chocolate Mickey Mouse ears (New)
  • Frozen Salted Caramel Hot Cocoa topped with mini marshmallows and chocolate sauce

The Trolly Car Café (Available Nov. 8 through Jan. 1)

  • Mickey Mouse Gingerbread Cookie (New)
  • Red Velvet Whoopie Pie: Red Velvet Cake, candy cane buttercream, and holiday sprinkles
Hot Chocolate Lunch Box Tart from Woody's Lunchbox

Woody’s Lunchbox (Available Nov. 8 through Jan. 1; mobile order available)

  • Hot Chocolate Lunch Box Tart: Chocolate fudge filling, hot chocolate marshmallow fondant, and mini marshmallows (New)

Available at Various Locations Throughout Disney’s Hollywood Studios (Available Nov. 11 through Jan. 1)

  • In Holiday Fashion: Buffalo Trace Kentucky Straight Bourbon, rosemary syrup, cranberry, lime and cinnamon (New); Available at the following:
    • Animation Courtyard Bar
    • The Hollywood Brown Derby Lounge
    • Hollywood & Vine
    • Oasis Canteen
    • Tune-in Lounge
    • Sunshine Day Bar
    • 50’s Prime Time Café
  • Mickey Mouse Snow Globe Sipper (New); Available at the following:
    • ABC Commissary
    • Backlot Express
    • The Market
    • PizzeRizzo
    • Rosie’s All-American Café
    • Main Entrance Outdoor Kiosk
  • Musical Holiday Tin Premium Bucket (New);Available at the following:
    • Popcorn Kiosks near Hollywood Boulevard, Hyperion Theater, and Animation Courtyard
  • Toy Story Blocks Premium Bucket (New);Available at the following:
    • Popcorn Kiosks near Hyperion Theater, Animation Courtyard, and in Toy Story Land
Mickey Mouse Brownie

Available at Outdoor Kiosk Locations (Available Nov. 8 through Jan. 1)

  • Mickey Mouse Brownie: Chocolate brownie with holiday sprinkles
  • Holiday Popcorn Mix: Caramel corn with white chocolate, red and green M&M’s chocolate candies, and candy cane peppermint pieces presented by Freeform 25 Days of Christmas
Menagerie Cupcake
Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park

Creature Comforts (Available Dec. 19 through 31)

  • Holiday Mousse Dome: Amaretto chocolate mousse cherry cranberry coulis, orange chocolate cake, white chocolate glaçage, and chocolate pieces

Flame Tree Barbecue, Pizzafari, and Restaurantosaurus (Available Dec. 1 through 30; mobile order available)

  • Menagerie Cupcake: Gingerbread cake with cream cheese filling and vanilla frosting

Isle of Java (Available through Dec. 31)

  • S’mores Hot Cocoa: Crowned with a swirl of whipped cream and a sprinkling of graham cracker crumbs
  • Sea Salt Caramel Hot Cocoa topped with sweet, whipped cream and drizzles of luscious caramel syrup
  • Peppermint Hot Cocoa: Wintry taste of Peppermint bits sprinkled over whipped cream

Satu’li Canteen (Available Dec. 22 through 31; mobile order available)

  • Peppermint Cream Cheese Mousse with peppermint sauce, peppermint candy pieces, and chocolate “dirt”

Tiffins (Available Dec. 24 through Jan. 1)

  • Horchata Mousse with a gingerbread sable cookie, pecan praline crumble, coffee ice cream, and bourbon caramel sauces

Tusker House (Available Nov. 11 through Dec. 31)  

  • In Holiday Fashion: Buffalo Trace Kentucky Straight Bourbon, rosemary syrup, cranberry, lime, and cinnamon (New) (Souvenir jingle glow cube available)
Mickey Mouse Snow Globe Sipper Cup

Available at Popcorn Carts (Available through Dec. 31)

  • Musical Holiday Tin Premium Bucket (New)
  • Mickey Mouse Snow Globe Sipper Cup (New)
  • Gold Tree Popcorn Bucket

Be on the lookout for special foodie deliveries on our Disney Eats topics page for the holiday goodies coming to Disneyland Resort in the coming days. They won’t disappoint! And if you haven’t already, follow us on Instagram at @DisneyEats and use #DisneyEats to showcase all your favorites.

Have a very happy holiday and may whatever way you celebrate be delicious!

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New Foodie Guide to Can’t Miss Gingerbread Displays 2022

Foodie Guide By November 6, 2022 No Comments

If you have ever been to Disneyland Resort or Walt Disney World Resort during the holiday season, you know the true can’t-miss attraction – the incredible gingerbread displays! These are a staple of the most wonderful time of the year, and for good reason. The pastry teams on both coasts and at sea spend countless hours masterfully crafting these culinary works of art.

These holiday offerings have become a beloved tradition for guests and cast members alike. We always make sure to get out and see these displays each year, and because of that we’ve put together this list of all the displays so that you too can witness these gingerbread festivities in this Disney Eats guide.

The pastry teams have been working tirelessly to brings these holiday traditions to life. Their passion goes into every detail – from the gingerbread shingles to the masterfully crafted chocolate work, and everything in between. This year marks the return of the display at Disney’s Contemporary Resort and new additions to the Jambo House Lobby Display at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge, which may or may not be a life-sized baby zebra, as well as the classic and grand displays at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa at Disneyland Resort and Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa at Walt Disney World Resort.

But enough waiting – let’s unwrap the entire list of gingerbread displays coming this year!

Within the walls of the Haunted Mansion at Disneyland Park at the Disneyland Resort, you’ll uncover the Haunted Mansion Gingerbread House. For years, this display has added even more holiday flare to the Jack Skellington’s transformation of this classic attraction into Haunted Mansion Holiday, inspired by “Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas.” The pastry team takes more than 20 days to bring this nearly 300-pound creation with three moving elements to life. Be sure to take a ride on the Haunted Mansion Holiday now through January 8, 2023 for some extra festive fun.

Beginning November 14, Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa will be home once again to one of its best holiday traditions – the “Grand” Gingerbread House. This giant gingerbread replica of the hotel is a holiday highlight and can’t-miss stop in the lobby. Standing 7 feet tall and 12 feet wide, the structure is created from more than 600 pounds of gingerbread, 600 pounds of powdered sugar, 250 pounds of fondant, 1 pound of pixie dust, and features 25 hidden Mickeys!

After being amazed by the beauty of this display and mastery of the pastry team, consider taking one of the Limited-Edition Snow Globe Pins featuring Chip ‘n Dale home with you or stop by the GHC Holiday Cart to enjoy some treats, including:

  • Mickey Gingerbread
  • Poinsettia Cookie
  • Snowman Cookie
  • Christmas Cookie
  • Hanukkah Cookie
  • Holiday Cookie Box
  • Assorted Macarons (New) 
  • Kwanzaa Sweet Potato Loaf (New) 
  • New Year’s Cookie (New) 
  • Crisped Rice Treat
  • Hot Chocolate
  • Hot Apple Cider (Available with Bailey’s Irish Cream, Captain Morgan, Grand Marnier, or Rumchata)
  • Waffle Shot (Available with milk, low-fat milk, chocolate milk, or eggnog) 
  • Waffle Shot (Available with Bailey’s Irish Cream, Captain Morgan, Grand Marnier, Rumchata, Amaretto, Butterscotch Schnapps, Rumple Minze, Crown Royal Apple, Skrewball Whiskey, Fireball Whiskey, Louis the 13th) 

If you venture into Disneyland park or Disney California Adventure park, you can also bring home the gingerbread festivities with novelties, like the Gingerbread Mickey Ear Hat Bowl or the Gingerbread Bottle Topper, or indulge in gingerbread-flavored and inspired treats, like the Mickey Gingerbread Man – all of which you’ll find in our upcoming Foodie Guide to holidays at Disneyland Resort, so stay tuned on the Disney Eats topics page and Instagram!

Over at Walt Disney World Resort, there are multiple displays to be explored at various resorts. Let’s kick things off with the most famous house of all – the gingerbread house at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. Beginning November 9, you can view clouds of cinnamon billowing out of the chimney of this life-sized storybook gingerbread house made from a classic Austrian recipe. This house is adorned with white chocolate, candy canes, edible snowflakes, sugar poinsettias, and 25 – yes, 25 – hidden Mickeys! Along the porches, you’ll find an 85-pound chocolate Santa, nutcrackers, toy soldiers, and snowmen that have all been hand-painted by the Grand Floridian Bakery team.

As the 50th Anniversary celebration at Walt Disney World Resort continues, this year’s displays will feature colors and accents inspired by the signature EARidescent look. You can even get limited edition pins, mugs, holiday ornaments, and treats! Some of the goodies you can purchase from the Gingerbread House include:

  • Freshly baked, homemade items, such as Gingerbread Mickeys and Shingles, Stollen Bread, Brownie Christmas Tree, and Chocolate Peppermint Bark
  • House-made Gingerbread Ornaments and Gingerbread Houses
  • New items like the Gingerbread Latte Whoopie Pie and Hot Cocoa Bombs
  • Assorted Gingerbread Cookie Bags, Marshmallow Pops, and Caramel Pecan Fudge Bar
  • Gluten-friendly, plant-based, and no sugar added treats
  • Grand Floridian Combo Box featuring assorted fan favorite treats, including the Chocolate Mickey Ornament, exclusive to the Combo Box

Let’s take an adventure over to Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge, which on November 23 will be home to a wild display – a Life-sized Baby Gingerbread Giraffe and Baby Zebra. This year continues the new tradition begun last year with a life-sized baby giraffe, or should we say gingeraffe! In addition to this gingerbread guest, there’s a new animal grazing into the lobby. You’ll soon be able to see an adorable life-sized baby zebra – made of gingerbread, of course. Starting December 6, you can even purchase a Gingeraffe Cookie to enjoy!

Over in the lobby of Disney’s Beach Club Resort, a holiday classic has returned. Since 1999, this resort has been home to the life-sized carousel. Did I mention that it actually spins? This carousel and its horses are masterfully created with chocolate, sugar, and fondant along with hand-painted characters and hand-crafted gingerbread shingles and snowflakes decorating the display. What makes this year even more special is that all the horses celebrate a different Disney princess. See if you can guess who each one represents! Commemorate your holiday viewing with limited edition pins, mugs, holiday ornaments and treats including:

  • Signature Stollen Bread
  • Candied Pecans (Plant-based)
  • Trio of Fudge
  • Chocolate Covered Marshmallow Snowman
  • Crispy Rice Treat
  • Chocolate Mickey Cookie (New) 
  • Peppermint Bark
  • Gingerbread Shingle
  • Chocolate Gingerbread Cookie (Gluten-Friendly)
  • Gingerbread Cookie (Gluten-Friendly)

Across the way, Disney’s BoardWalk Inn is shore to impress with its display, which will be returning on November 17. This incredible gingerbread creation is a miniature, edible version of your favorite spot along Crescent Lake – the BoardWalk Deli! Before leaving, be sure to check out some of the treats you can take home with you, like:

  • Mickey and Minnie Sugar Cookies
  • BoardWalk Mickey Sugar Cookie (New) 
  • Giant Gingerbread Mickey Cookie (New) 
  • Gluten-Friendly & Plant-based Gingerbread Mickey Cookie
  • Artisan Peppermint Marshmallows (New) 
  • Carnival Bark (New) 
  • Gingerbread Frost Cocktail

This year is very exciting for Disney’s Contemporary Resort because its display is back! This is the 11th year the Contemporary Bakery team has created a masterpiece so how appropriate that it will open on November 11 at 11:00 a.m. The Cinderella Gingerbread Castle is a Mary Blair-inspired castle designed by Walt Disney Imagineers and will feature a brand-new 50th anniversary overlay… and 11 hidden 5-legged goats! Don’t forget to check out the limited-edition pins, mugs, and holiday ornaments to remember the season. There are also plenty of treats you can get, including:

  • 50th Anniversary Gingerbread Castle Brick (New)
  • Family Tradition Cookie Box featuring a Coconut Macaroon from Chef Jeff’s family, a Sugar Cookie from Chef Kelly’s family, a Butterball from Chef Amber’s family, and a Kitchen Sink Cookie representing all the Cast in the Bakery coming together to bring this display back! (New) 
  • Chocolate Peppermint Cookie
  • Linzer Cookie
  • Gluten-friendly 5-Legged Goat Sugar Cookie (New)
  • Dark Chocolate Peppermint Holiday Bar (New)
  • Hot Cocoa Bombs (New) 
  • Frozen drinks with optional alcohol floaters:
    • Frozen Coquito with a rum floater
    • Frozen Hot Chocolate with peppermint schnapps
    • Frozen Apple Cider with a fireball floater

In addition, several spots across Resorts will feature a new Gingerbread Martini with Absolut Elyx Vodka, Rumchata Cream Liqueur, and gingerbread spice featuring a rim of gingerbread, freshly baked in the Resort Bakery. It’s the perfect blend of sugar, spice, and everything nice! You can find this delicious holiday beverage at Grand Floridian Café, Cítricos, and Enchanted Rose at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, Boma: Flavors of Africa and Sanaa at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge, Chef Mickey’s and Outer Rim at Disney’s Contemporary Resort, and dinner at Cape May Café at Disney’s Beach Club Resort.

And returning this year to our Walt Disney World Resorts with exclusive gingerbread merchandise, are pin signings with our pastry chefs! Dates and times will vary by resort.

Moving over to theme parks, The American Adventure at EPCOT also has a display that will be available beginning November 25. This unique display recreates some classic monuments in America and EPCOT with gingerbread versions of the Lincoln Memorial, Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial, The American Adventure building with Regal Eagle Smokehouse: Craft Drafts & Barbecue, and a Festival Kiosk.

The gingerbread displays are not just found on land – they’re also taking to the high seas with the Disney Cruise Line fleet! All five ships will continue the yearly tradition of having the talented pastry teams onboard build a unique display for the ships in the atrium. The brand-new Disney Wish will join in on the legacy for its inaugural holiday season with an 8-foot-tall, eight-layer masterpiece. Each gingerbread house in unique for the individual ship and the teams participate in a competition to see which member of the fleet has the best house! Which one do you think will win this year?

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Lunch Without Destroying Your Budget at Wolfgang Puck’s Bar and Grill Disney Springs

Restaurant Reviews By November 4, 2022 No Comments

Celebrity chefs fail to be a new thing within the Orlando area. The theme park resorts continue to have a fascination with these chefs and their cuisine. Two of the most highly searched for advance dining reservations at Disney Springe relate to famous chefs, Iron Chef Morimoto, and Art Smith. The ups and downs of celebrity chef restaurants can be seen throughout the world. Concepts change and/or get replaced as time goes on. One example revolves around Wolfgang Puck. Back in 2020, A counter service dining location known as Wolfgang Puck Express closed in Disney Springs marketplace area. Of course, many places closed or greatly modified their operations because of the pandemic. However, for Wolfgang Puck fans, the Bar and Grill table service version still exists. By the way, the food has always been far better at the table service version than the former counter service location, especially the pizza.

Promotional Photo from Wolfgang Puck Bar and Grill Disney Springs

The conundrum for some Disney Springs visitors connects to how to enjoy Wolfgang Puck cuisine when not desiring a full table service level meal and/or that expense. The counter service location used to aid in that endeavor. I lack a perfect solution. Yet, in doing research on the table service Wolfgang Puck location I learned a few facts that might help. In addition, this site already published a review here of the Heirloom Apple Salad if you would like to read that.

Wolfgang Puck offers a lunch style menu from 11am-3pm Monday through Friday. They also offer a lunchtime menu on the weekends but a far shorter amount of time since they serve a brunch menu then also. For those missing the counter service variety of Wolfgang Puck, the lunch options here will offer far more quality without hurting your vacation budget as much as you would expect. For example, during a weekday lunch time visit here, I ordered an appetizer and entrée. Together they cost $31 plus tax and tip. These could have been shared between two people making a very cost-effective lunch.

On that afternoon, I ordered an appetizer of Roasted Meatballs. For my entrée, I selected the Salmon Burger. Deidre, my server, did a fabulous job of putting up with my food blogger antics and constant queries. For example, I asked her specifically for items exclusively on the lunch menu. This combination serves as the final solution on this afternoon.

The Roasted Meatballs appetizer costs $12. Based on the menu description, they only contain tomato sauce, basil, and ricotta cheese. Obviously, this starter comes with three larger meatballs.

When it arrived, it offered a nice aroma. At first, the large spoon that came with this threw me off. Yet, as I examined this appetizer, the spoon provides perfect assistance to enjoy these meatballs. The basil brings a clear flavor. The tomato sauce tastes okay but the main purpose is to bring other flavors together in this combination. I would have preferred more ricotta but that might have thrown off the balance of appetizer. The meatballs in the sauce arrive on your table very warm. They remain warm for some time. This appetizer could end up being messy with the sauce so be careful. Still, I used the large spoon provided. That reduced the mess factor. Also, this helped with getting the right balance of sauce with each bite of meatball.

After completing that appetizer, I started eating my entree. The Salmon Burger costs $19. This burger comes with avocado, butter lettuce, onions, tomato, and tartare sauce. Once again, this does not appear on the dinner menu.

This burger comes stacked high. The avocados and tomatoes on top of it can fall out as you eat this as a burger. I ate this like a burger until the last four bites. The construction of it holds us nicely for a tall burger. I received a nice portion size of salmon. The tartare sauce adds a solid but understated flavor. My biggest criticism of this burger involved not enough sauce in contact with the salmon. Based on burger construction, the avocado resides closest to the top layer of tartare sauce. I felt the burger tasted better without the layer of avocado blocking tartare sauce on top. Still, the burger offered solid flavor either way. The salmon itself brough good flavor and reasonable texture. In fact, I had two bites of just salmon at the end of my meal which shows the salmon came well prepared.

The burger came with a side of fries. They were shoestring style. I received a large portion, but they were seasoned nicely.

Based on my order, this meal could have been shared between two people for lunch. Feeding two people for $31 before tax and tip for a quality lunch at Disney Springs is no small feat. This lunch menu gives you several ways to accomplish feeding two people with an appetizer and entrée. Do not forget about Wolfgang Puck’s weekend brunch as a fun experience if visiting Disney Springs on a weekend. As always, eat like you mean it!

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Foodie Guide to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party 2022

Foodie Guide By November 3, 2022 No Comments

The most wonderful time of year is almost upon us! In this edition of our Disney Eats Foodie Guide, you’ll get a sneak peek into the yummy yuletide delights you can enjoy at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party and Magic Kingdom Park this year!

This event, which is held on select nights from November 8 through December 2022, is the ultimate holiday gathering filled with beloved characters, attraction overlays, magical entertainment, like the Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade, and even an appearance from Kris Kringle himself! This party is one of my favorites, which may or may not be because of the treats. Speaking of treats – let’s get to them.

The culinary teams have acted as Santa’s foodie helpers this year and created a sleigh worth of goodies to indulge in. With plenty of new delights this year, like the adorable Mickey Mousse Ornament Treat at the Main Street Bakery, the sweet and savory Holiday Dinner Dog at Casey’s Corner, and the can’t miss Polar Bear Claw at Cool Ship, you’ll be asking for treats on your list!

Well, it’s finally time to treat your elf – we mean self! Let’s unwrap the Foodie Guide to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party.

Collage of Auntie Gravity's Galactic Goodies food for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party 2022

Auntie Gravity’s Galactic Goodies

  • Lock, Shock, and Barrel Sundae: Festive vanilla cake, vanilla ice cream, strawberry topping, whipped cream, and Christmas sprinkles with a Lock, Shock, and Barrel chocolate piece (New) (Available Nov. 8 through Dec. 31 during regular park hours and Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party)
  • Sugar Plum Shake: Spiced sugar plum soft-serve topped with cherry syrup, whipped cream, and sprinkles (New) (Available Nov. 8 through Dec. 22 during Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party only)

Casey’s Corner 

  • Holiday Dinner Dog: All-beef hot dog with cranberry mustard, savory stuffing funnel cake, and cheese curds (New) (Available Nov. 8 through Dec. 31 during regular park hours and Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party)
  • Christmas Tree Cake: Red velvet brownie cheesecake with eggnog buttercream and spiced caramel topped with mini sugar Christmas lights (New) (Available Nov. 8 through Dec. 22 during Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party only)
Polar Bear Claw at Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party 2022

Cool Ship

  • Polar Bear Claw: Chocolate hazelnut pastry with white and dark chocolate (New) (Available Nov. 8 through Dec. 22 during Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party only)
The Friar's Nook collage of food at Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party

The Friar’s Nook

  • Curry Brat Tots: Tots topped with chopped bratwurst, curry ketchup, and apple slaw (New) (Available Nov. 8 through Dec. 22 during Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party only)
  • Tinker Bell Cream Puff: Cream puff and compressed carrot cake topped with spiced cream cheese icing, spiced walnuts, and chocolate wings (New) (Available Nov. 8 through Dec. 22 during Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party only)

Golden Oak Outpost 

  • Fried Pork Tamale served “Christmas Style” with red and green chile sauces and queso fresco (New) (Available Nov. 8 through Dec. 31 during regular park hours and Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party)
  • Chai Caramel Freeze: Salted caramel freeze with chai spiced whipped cream (New) (Available Nov. 8 through Dec. 31 during regular park hours and Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party)
Mickey Mousse Ornament Treat at Main Street Bakery during Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party

Main Street Bakery

  • Cinnamon Roll: Mickey Mouse-shaped cinnamon roll with white icing (Available Nov. 8 through Dec. 31 during regular park hours and Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party)
  • Mickey Mousse Ornament Treat: Gingerbread mousse with crispy center and a spiced almond cake with brownie crumble (New) (Available Nov. 8 through Dec. 22 during Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party only)

Pecos Bill Tall Tale Inn and Café

  • Texas-sized Sweet Potato Pie: Baked sweet potato pie with marshmallow meringue and candied pecans (New) (Available Nov. 8 through Dec. 31 during regular park hours and Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party)
Collage of Plaza Ice Cream Parlor ice cream during Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party

Plaza Ice Cream Parlor

  • Peppermint Hot Fudge Brownie Sundae: Peppermint ice cream, hot fudge, and candy cane pieces served on a brownie (New) (Available Nov. 8 through Dec. 31 during Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party only)
  • Candy Cane Hot Cocoa: Hot chocolate with peppermint ice cream, whipped cream, and candy cane pieces (New) (Available Nov. 8 through Dec. 22 during Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party only)

Sleepy Hollow Refreshments 

  • Funnel Cake Sundae: Peppermint ice cream, M&M’S chocolate candies, and hot fudge served on funnel cake (New) (Available Nov. 8 through Dec. 22) (Available during Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party only)
  • Sandy Claws Peppermint Mousse Treat: White chocolate peppermint mousse with a chocolate fudge center, chocolate Santa hat, and Jack Skellington face (New) (Available Nov. 8 through Dec. 22 during Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party only)
  • Apple Cider Float: Apple cider topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and sprinkled with cinnamon (Available Nov. 8 through Dec. 22 during Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party only)
Once Upon a Christmastime Tart at Sunshine Tree Terrace

Sunshine Tree Terrace 

  • Once Upon a Christmastime Tart: Chocolate and cranberry tart with chocolate Mickey ears (New) (Available Nov. 8 through Dec. 22 during Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party only)
Collage of food at Various Carts Throughout Main Street U.S.A. at Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party

Various Carts Throughout Main Street U.S.A.

  • Christmas Cookie Churro: Churro served with marshmallow cream, cookie crumbles, and Christmas sprinkles (New) (Available Nov. 8 through Dec. 31 during regular park hours and Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party)
  • Christmas Wreath Doughnut: Red velvet doughnut with green buttercream and Holiday sprinkle decorations (New) (Available Nov. 8 through Dec. 31 during regular park hours and Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party) (Decorations will vary) 

If these treats sound good to you, don’t forget to stay in-the-know with all our upcoming holiday eats and sips on our Disney Eats topics page. Be sure to follow us on Instagram at @DisneyEats and use #DisneyEats to share with us your holiday foodie favorites.

We hope you’re ready to celebrate the holidays at Magic Kingdom. Enjoy Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party this year and may all your snacking be bright!

(Note: All offerings are subject to change and availability.)

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Thanksgiving Season Dessert from Topolino’s Terrace

Restaurant Reviews By November 2, 2022 No Comments

When one ponders signature dining at Walt Disney World, Topolino’s Terrace must be included in that conversation. Since Topolino’s Terrace – Flavors of the Riviera opened, the menu there increased the class of dining on the property. In addition, this table service location continues to be a highly searched-for dining reservation. Guests should be ready 60 days before this one. Of course, you could set an alert on MouseDining.com as I did. I acquired a recent dining reservation for this place two weeks before enjoying the food there, On that evening, I planned to enjoy the new seasonal dessert offered there.

Disney Parks Blogs released a list of Thanksgiving-themed food and beverage items. The “Caramel Chocolate Mousse with Hazelnut Cheesecake” appeared on this list from Topolino’s Terrace. The menu description, in typical Disney fashion, leaves out some information about the menu item. The menu description reads, “apple walnut cake, chocolate sea salt crumble, and cherry foam.” I suggest that the description undersells this item. Being a Topolino’s Terrace dessert, it features a great design and a larger-than-standard price tag. This seasonal dessert costs $14.

On the positive side, this desert looks great even before you start to eat it. The mousse comes well-prepared. The combination of flavors creates a pumpkin-like flavor that will not turn away even people who dislike pumpkins. The caramel and hazelnut flavors get their place to sparkle also within this dessert. The light but sweet flavors provide a satisfying end to a meal here. Though hard to nail down the exact percentage of each component, the imagery of a pumpkin works well for this Thanksgiving treat. The mousse itself shines as the star of this dessert. The cherry foam added a nice fruity element to this dessert also.

On the less positive side, the apple walnut cake worked with this dessert. Yet, it failed to be able to stand on its own. This cake portion on the bottom needs the other ingredients to be high quality. The chocolate sea salt crumbles were of high quality but added very little on this night. The chocolate piece on top of the mousse brought decent quality but was below Topolino’s standards.

If looking for a different seasonal dessert, this one provides a very solid option. If dining with a large group, this dessert might make a good one to share along with others for dessert time. This dessert will be available through November 27th, 2022.

Of course, you will need a reservation here unless you are lucky enough to find a slow enough night to enjoy the bar area. Even if this dessert lacks appeal for you, the entrees here exceed expectations. However, a discussion of my entrée will need to wait for another review. As always, eat like you mean it!

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Cooking Up the Magic Plant-Based Spinach and Artichoke Dip Recipe

Cooking Up the Magic at Home By November 2, 2022 No Comments

Happy World Vegan Day! Today, we’re celebrating this special day by sharing a delicious plant-based Spinach and Artichoke Dip recipe with you. This dip is served at Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater Restaurant at Disney’s Hollywood Studios and is made with plant-based cheese substitutes and oat milk and served with house-made chips. This delicious dish makes a wonderful appetizer to share with friends and family for any occasion.

I love the vegetables in this recipe – spinach, artichokes, red bell pepper, and cauliflower! The cauliflower blended with the plant-based cheese makes this dip nice and creamy. As a lover of spinach and artichoke dip myself, I can honestly say this is one of my favorites. If I hadn’t made it, I wouldn’t have known the cheeses were all plant-based.

When I tested this, I found there were extra cauliflower florets and red bell pepper left over, so I used them as dippers – and they were great! Tortilla chips, pita chips, and carrot sticks make fantastic dippers as well. One quick note for the home cook: plant-based cheese spreads, like the one used in the recipe, all have different water contents. Slowly add the oat milk to get the desired texture on your dip.

Plant-based Spinach and Artichoke Dip from Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater Restaurant

This is a great dish to bring to a gathering of plant-based friends and will also be enjoyed by friends who don’t follow a plant-based diet. Let’s get to the recipe!

PLANT-BASED SPINACH ARTICHOKE DIP
Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater Restaurant
Disney Hollywood Studios

Serves 4

PANKO TOPPING

  • 1 cup panko-style breadcrumbs
  • 1 cup grated plant-based Parmesan-style cheese substitute
  • 1 tablespoon freshly chopped parsley

PLANT-BASED SPINACH ARTICHOKE DIP

  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 1/4 cup chopped Spanish onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped cauliflower
  • 2 teaspoons canola oil
  • 1 teaspoon chopped garlic
  • 1 1/4 cups vegan chive cheese
  • Oat milk, as needed
  • 1 cup tightly packed baby spinach leaves
  • 1/2 cup chopped canned artichokes
  • 1/4 cup diced red bell pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Tajin seasoning

DIPPERS

  • Red pepper strips
  • Cauliflower florets
  • Carrot sticks
  • Pita chips

FOR PANKO TOPPING:

  1. Preheat oven to 350ºF. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Stir breadcrumbs and plant-based Parmesan-style cheese on baking sheet. Bake for 5-7 minutes, stirring once, until golden brown.
  3. Cool for 10 minutes. Add fresh parsley and set aside.

FOR PLANT-BASED SPINACH-ARTICHOKE DIP:

  1. Combine water, onion, and cauliflower in a small food processor. Purée until smooth; set aside.
  2. Heat canola oil in a small skillet over medium heat for 5 minutes. Add chopped garlic and puréed cauliflower and cook for 3 minutes. Add plant-based chive cheese and cook, stirring constantly for 5 minutes, until cheese is melted. If dip is too thick, add 1 tablespoon of oat milk at a time and thin to desired consistency.
  3. Add spinach, artichokes, and red bell pepper. Cook for 4-5 minutes, until spinach is wilted, and artichokes are warm. Season with Tajin.
  4. Keep warm until ready to serve.

TO SERVE:

Pour warm spinach-artichoke dip into a small bowl. Sprinkle panko topping on top and serve with vegetables and pita chips.

Always use caution when handling sharp objects and hot contents. Please supervise children who are helping or nearby.

This recipe has been converted from a larger quantity in the restaurant kitchens. The flavor profile may vary from the restaurant’s version.

If you’re enjoying a plant-based offering at a Walt Disney World Resort or making your own Disney Parks-inspired dish like this one, remember to share your photo with #DisneyEats. We love seeing all your own foodie adventures.

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Big Kahuna Lunch at Kona Café on Reopening Day

Restaurant Reviews By November 1, 2022 No Comments

The beautiful Kona Café reopened on November 1st, 2022, after about two-and-a-half months of refurbishment. Walt Disney World’s website stated, “Kona Cafe at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort is currently unavailable due to refurbishment. We will reopen on November 1, 2022, with an enhanced table-service experience. What does an enhanced table-service experience look like? Depending on when you read this, the breakfast review will already have been published. I had breakfast and lunch advance dining reservations at Kona Cafe for reopening day. I then sat in Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort typing about my experience. This is the result of that quick typing.

A few weeks in advance, Disney Parks Blog gave us some clues about menu adjustments starting November 1st. For breakfast, we received more information. However. very little information was gained from that report about lunch and dinner. Thus, I arrived with limited preparation for appetizer and entrée choices. I did enlist the help of Goo to You! in evaluating the dining options on reopening day. Disney Parks Blog told us that several items would be returning to the menu like the Big Kahuna Burger and Seafood Pu Pu Platter. Those words confused me since neither of those items currently exists on the lunch and dinner menus. Of course, then I remembered that the burger at least was on the menu before virus times. However, the Seafood Pu Pu Platter has been an on-again then-off-again type menu item.

Still, the new lunch menu looks like a very scaled-back version of the dinner menu. For example, only two appetizer options appear on it, pot stickers and chicken wings. Sure, you can get various options of sushi if you desire. In fairness, the Kona Café menu fluctuates. My comparison connects to the menu right before closing for refurbishment as shown on Disney’s website a mere few days before the November reopening.

The lunchtime menu offerings do come with a bread service at the beginning making a nice touch. For lunch, our group ordered the Big Kahuna Burger and the Kona Stir-Fry with Chicken. These cost slightly under $25 each. The stir fry tasted very similar to the previous version of stir-fry here. If you like a strong Teriyaki sauce-based stir fry, then this one will be great for you. The stir-fry features plenty of vegetables with large slices of carrots. The chicken provided a needed protein. Yet, I found this chicken a bit dry and did not have as much flavor as other places on-site at Walt Disney World, like Raglan Road for example. Overall, stir-fry makes a nice meal but would not be a meal to race to get.

The Big Kahuna Burger returned. It resides on the lunch and dinner menu. This well-prepared burger comes with sautéed pastrami, corned beef, pepper jack cheese, mustard aioli, and a tangy cucumber, on a brioche bun. This will be served with standard Walt Disney World fries. Yet, the portion size of the fries looked very filling. This burger provides a nice meaty taste. On this day, the combination of meats created a salty aftertaste on several bites. The burger qualifies as juicy which is always a good thing with a burger. The brioche bun made a nice touch but gets overwhelmed by other components. My GooToYou! companion thought this burger was a good option at the Polynesian Village Resort.  My hesitation about this burger relates to the $24 price point. That might be a bit high for this type of burger.

Overall, I thought my lunch experience failed to live up to the level of breakfast experience earlier in the day. The scaled-back menu does not offer enough variety for most guests in my opinion. On the GooToYou scale, I would give this a 3.3 out of 5. Yet, Kona Café serves its purpose at this resort. If I were wanting to dine here, I would select breakfast or dinner instead. As always, eat like you mean it!

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Reopening Day Breakfast at Kona Cafe

Restaurant Reviews By November 1, 2022 No Comments

The food and beverage options at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort shine as an impressive group, This deluxe-level resort has something for any taste. The current most-searched-for advance dining reservation, Ohana, serves as the flagship of the dining options. Whereas people line up for hours just for the opportunity to enter Trader Sam’s. Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort contains numerous pool bars. Of course, the Tambu Lounge calls to others. Capt. Cook’s provides a decent counter service option within this resort. However, a fan favorite Kona Café has been closed since August 15th. Yet, the Kona Café reopened on November 1st.

This reopening was lauded as coming with a new and improved Kona café. Disney’s website said, “We will reopen on November 1, 2022, with an enhanced table-service experience.” What would be enhanced about it? Would the menu change? What would happen to the highly regarded Tonga Toast, if anything?

Disney Parks Blog gave us a bit of an update about the menu on October 18th. They reassured fans that some breakfast favorites have cemented their place on the menu. These included the Tonga Toast and Pineapple Macadamia Nut Pancakes served at breakfast. Disney stated that these two are fan favorites for a reason. In addition, guests can see new lighting fixtures, better seating, improved signage, and plenty of tropical flowers decorating Kona Café now. This more open concept aids in dining enjoyment.

Kona Café did “soft open” two days early with a limited new menu. This provided some test runs with the new menu in addition to the special private events held there in the days leading up to the official reopening. A small glimpse into what reopening day would look like was gained on those days. Yet, the official reopening day functions as the real test.

Well, lucky people including me, enjoyed breakfast at Kona Café on November 1st. Thus, I can give you my perspective on the changes and some of the menu items in this updated Kona Café.   Since the Tonga Toast and Pineapple Macadamia Nut Pancakes remained on the menu, I selected some other options for my breakfast. Also, I requested help from Knights Treks in evaluating some of the new breakfast options. I appreciate them joining me.

I ordered the new Spice Rubbed Salmon Plate. This costs $17. This unique breakfast item arrives with an incredible presentation. The appearance of this entrée will lure diners into this dining experience. The menu description sounds very plain. I suspect that it is to allow chefs to change recipes after guest feedback since is a new item. The description simply reads that the salmon comes with pan-Asian accompaniment. That description undersells and oversells certain aspects of this breakfast entrée.

Regarding the taste of this breakfast entrée, the salmon was good quality. The cheese wrapped in it complimented it nicely, adding a good flavor. Despite the appearance of my photo, I thought the portion size of the salmon to be adequate for this type of entrée. Yet, the other components do not add as much to this entrée. Also, I found the cheese and thin bagel-like bread failed to match all the powerful flavors of the rest of the entrée. In fairness, those may have been intended to be a balancing feature for this entrée. I just did not think it worked very well on this day

As mentioned, I feel this new item served today will be tweaked as time goes on. Yet, I suspect some guests will find the texture difficult. This breakfast item offers some excellent distinctive flavors but may be far too unique for most theme park diners. I found this to be an excellent departure from the standard eggs and sausage breakfast though.

My dining companions ordered the signature Tonga Toast and the Ham & Cheese Omelet as entrees. They also ordered the “Freshly Brewed Joffrey’s Coffee™ Hawaiian Kona Maragogype Press Pot.” They found the pressed pot wonderful. We even spent some time looking for that coffee blend in the gift shop. The Tonga Toast continues to be a wonderful breakfast entrée if you do not mind a heavy sugar-filled breakfast. The omelet serves as one of the “safe” dining choices. My dining friends said that the omelet and potatoes provided a solid flavor.

The newly reopened Kona Café fulfills a need a Disney’s Polynesian Resort for breakfast. This table-service dining option will not kill your budget. All our entrées were $17 each. For a breakfast of this quality at a deluxe-level resort hotel, this makes reasonable value. In fairness, this place is not Ohana. Yet, Kona Café does not try to be Ohana (or cost as much as Ohana). The adjustments to the breakfast menu, at Kona Café, and the old favorites provide guests with some outside-the-norm breakfast dining options. All three of us dining together on reopening day agreed that we would eat here again. Since it is too early to determine the demand for advanced dining reservations here yet since reopening, I suggest making an advance dining reservation to enjoy this food and setting. As always, eat like you mean it!

 

 

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Breakfast Buffet Under $25 at Walt Disney World

General, Restaurant Reviews By October 28, 2022 No Comments

Narrowing down your breakfast options when vacationing at Walt Disney World can be difficult. Do you want to eat simple breakfast food in your room? Are you going to try to get a basic quick-service breakfast at Starbucks or a food court for example? Do you want a buffet breakfast? Most of the breakfast buffets involve character dining. Do you need/want to experience character dining? If so, how much are you willing to spend? Since character breakfast often possesses a higher price tag around $45 or more, how many times will you do that?  A few places on-site offer a type of buffet breakfast to start your day well without that higher price point. An example of this connects to the Ale and Compass buffet at Disney’s Yacht Club.

Photo Credit: Disney Parks Blog

Ale and Compass restaurant serves breakfast from 7:30 am to 11:00 am each day of the week. Reservations would be recommended here. When I checked on availability when typing this, I found options most days. I did notice most of the open times were the earlier time slots. Based on that unscientific data, if you want a later breakfast time, then you should probably set an alert at MouseDining and/or book a reservation 60 days in advance.

Some of the “buffet” items here
(Photo courtesy of Claudia McCain)

This restaurant offers an interesting set-up for a buffet. In addition, guests may purchase an entrée only. However, I suspect you will lean towards getting this place’s version of a buffet, The menu description of the buffet reads like this “Seasonal Fruit, Assorted Yogurt Parfaits, Assorted Breakfast Pastries, House-made Granola, Cheddar Biscuits and Country Gravy, and Warm Cinnamon Rolls. Includes choice of one (1) Entrée. Coffee, Tea, Juice, or Soft Drinks are included.” So, this would not be a traditional buffet but more of an add-on. This add-on becomes very appealing since you get a beverage included this way. Since most beverages here cost over $4, the add-on buffet brings some value. The cost for this add-on-style buffet for adults is $23. This add-on buffet includes an entrée which serves as an important variable.

For full disclosure, I started initial work on this article several months ago. The price of many of the entrees has increased noticeably since then. Yet the buffet price itself has not changed much. In my opinion, this location wants to sell more of its version of a buffet so this pricing steers guests that way. In fairness, this Ale and Compass buffet offerings make a good value if looking for a full hearty breakfast. If looking for a light breakfast, the entrees could provide that, but the price point might not be as appealing.

I will attempt to highlight the breakfast entrée options. Whether you get just an entrée or the buffet add-on, your entrée choice will matter.

Some traditional breakfast options here are an American Breakfast (Two Eggs-Any Style, choice of Sausage or Bacon served with Potatoes) for $16 and a Country Ham and Cheddar Omelet (with Arugula and Breakfast Potatoes) for $17. Another “safe” but quality offering would be the Blueberry-Bacon Pancakes (with a choice of Sausage or Bacon) for $15. If pancakes are not enough for your sweet tooth, then you might want to try the Salted Caramel-Apple French Toast (with a choice of Sausage or Bacon) for $16.

Photo courtesy of Caludai McCain

At this point, you should start to see why a $23 “buffet” looks appealing. For about $6 more, you get a beverage and all the buffet items with your entrée. Once again, considering character breakfasts cost twice as much, the buffet offers some vacation budget relief. With a breakfast protein bowl, shrimp and grits, and crab cake benedict costing $19 or more, the add-on buffet makes a good deal.

I Should not break down every one of the current ten breakfast entrees offered here. Yet, waffle fans need to try Dark Chocolate Waffles. They consist of dried cherry compote, espresso-mascarpone cream, chocolate shavings, and a choice of sausage or bacon. You get three small waffles that might be able to be shared. These black forest-style waffles possess an almost cupcake-like flavor and texture. If you love cherries and chocolate, then this will be your dish. These cost $15 for just the entrée.

For the savory breakfast choices, you can get a breakfast flatbread for $14. This includes a sunny–side style egg, applewood-smoked bacon, ham, provolone, and arugula. This provides a unique savory combination to start your day. Also, you could order the smoked salmon and toasted bagel sandwich for $!7. This includes herbed cream cheese, pickled red onions, vine-ripened tomatoes, and avocado. You also receive house-made chips. You can substitute another side with this, even French fries if desired. The bagel tastes reasonably good but will not impress any bagel expert. However, it holds together while eating this sandwich.

Overall, Ale and Compass will not blow you away in terms of fine dining. Still, a quality table service breakfast for under $25 requires consideration on-site at Walt Disney World. Especially if looking to avoid high price character meals, Ale and Compass deserve a look. As always, eat like you mean it!

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Disney Eats Foodie Guide to Feasts and Treats for Thanksgiving 2022

Foodie Guide By October 26, 2022 No Comments

Happy (almost) Thanksgiving! This year to celebrate Thanksgiving, the culinary teams at Walt Disney World Resort are bringing their fall A-game because there is no shortage of items for you to indulge in from coast to coast.

Throughout the month of November, leading up to Thanksgiving Day on November 24, you’ll be able to gobble down classics like Thanksgiving Dinners across the resort and fall, sweet staples like a Pumpkin Pie Shake at Beaches & Cream Soda Shop. From the savory to the sweet, you can find it all – and then some – to give you pumpkin to talk about. If you’re not hungry yet, once you feast your eyes on these items, you will be saying “oh my gourd.” Get ready to stuff your stomachs with as many of these mouthwatering eats as you can handle because we’ve put together all the Thanksgiving goodies you can enjoy this year!

Falling for Plant-based: Cupcake with chocolate buttercream and autumn quins
Walt Disney World Resort 

Resorts 

  • Falling for Plant-based: Cupcake with chocolate buttercream and autumn quins (Plant-based) (Gluten/ Wheat- friendly) (New) (Available Nov. 1 through 27; mobile order available) Available at the following:
    • Intermission Food Court at Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort 
    • World Premiere Food Court at Disney’s All-Star Music Resort 
    • End Zone Food Court at Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort
    • Landscape of Flavors at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort 
    • Centertown Market and Spyglass Grill at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort
    • Everything POP Shopping & Dining at Disney’s Pop Century Resort
    • Riverside Mill and Sassagoula Floatworks and Food Factory at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside and French Quarter 
  • Thanksgiving Dinner: Roasted turkey dinner, cornbread stuffing, mashed potatoes with turkey gravy, seasonal vegetables, and cranberry relish (Available Nov. 24 only; mobile order available) Available at the following:
    • Intermission Food Court at Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort 
    • World Premiere Food Court at Disney’s All-Star Music Resort 
    • End Zone Food Court at Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort
    • Landscape of Flavors at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort 
    • Centertown Market at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort
    • Contempo Café at Disney’s Contemporary Resort
    • Capt. Cook’s at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort 
    • Everything POP Shopping & Dining at Disney’s Pop Century Resort
    • Riverside Mill and Sassagoula Floatworks and Food Factory at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside and French Quarter 
    • The Artist’s Palette at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa
    • Roaring Fork at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge 
Photo of the Pumpkin Tart which is a classic pumpkin tart with whipped cream
  • Pumpkin Tart: Classic pumpkin tart with whipped cream (Available Nov. 24 only; mobile order available) Available at the following:
    • Intermission Food Court at Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort 
    • World Premiere Food Court at Disney’s All-Star Music Resort 
    • End Zone Food Court at Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort
    • Landscape of Flavors at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort 
    • Centertown Market at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort
    • Everything POP Shopping & Dining at Disney’s Pop Century Resort
    • Riverside Mill and Sassagoula Floatworks and Food Factory at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside and French Quarter 
Photo of Gobble Wobble Bundt Cake which is a cinnamon apple Bundt cake with caramel buttercream and buttercream turkey topper
Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort, Disney’s All-Star Music Resort, and Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort 

Intermission Food Court, World Premiere Food Court, and End Zone Food Court (Available Nov. 1 through 27; mobile order available) 

  • Gobble Wobble Bundt Cake: Cinnamon apple Bundt cake with caramel buttercream and buttercream turkey topper (New) 
of DAK Thanksgiving food items
Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge 

Boma – Flavors of Africa (Available Nov.24 only) 

  • Thanksgiving Enhancements: Traditional buffet offerings with an African twist including carved turkey, turkey gravy, Doro wat, cornbread stuffing, cranberry chutney, and candied fufu

Jiko – The Cooking Place (Available Nov. 24 only) 

  • Thanksgiving Day Feast: Turkey breast ballotine stuffed with braised leg, Doro wat, haricot verts, butternut gnopi, Yukon gold mashed potatoes, mealie stuffing, cranberry chutney, and turkey gravy (New) 

Sanaa (Available Nov. 24 only) 

  • Thanksgiving Day Dinner: Spiced turkey, turkey confit, roasted squash, mashed potatoes, roasted brussels sprouts, green beans with apricot butter, traditional stuffing, ginger-cardamom cranberries, and turkey gravy

The Mara (Mobile order available) 

  • Turkey Dinner: Carved turkey, turkey gravy, cornbread stuffing, cranberry chutney, and green beans (kid’s version available) (Available Nov. 24 only) 
  • The Mara’s Pumpkin Patch: Pumpkin mousse with cranberry gelée (New) (Available Nov. 1 through 27) 
Photo of Maple Pot de Crème which is a maple-infused pot de crème, Chantilly cream, and sugared cookie leaves
Disney’s Art of Animation Resort and Disney’s Pop Century Resort 

Landscape of Flavors and Everything POP Shopping & Dining (Available Nov. 1 through 27; mobile order available) 

  • Maple Pot de Crème: Maple-infused pot de crème, Chantilly cream, and sugared cookie leaves (New)
Photo of Pumpkin Pie Shake which is a salted caramel shake with caramel drizzle, sprinkles, and a whole slice of pumpkin pie on top
Disney’s Beach Club Resort 

Beaches and Cream 

  • Open-face Thanksgiving Sandwich: Slow-roasted turkey breast on top of cornbread stuffing on a focaccia bun covered in house-made turkey gravy and crispy onions, garnished with green onions (Available Nov. 24 only) 
  • Pumpkin Pie Shake: Salted caramel shake with caramel drizzle, sprinkles, and a whole slice of pumpkin pie on top (New) (Available Nov. 1 through 27) 

Cape May Cafe (Available Nov. 24 only)

  • Buffet Enhancements with all the traditional holiday meal favorites

Beach Club Market Place (Mobile order available) 

  • Pumpkin Trifle: Brown sugar cream cheese filling with a cinnamon cobbler topping, pumpkin maple filling, vanilla cake, whipped cream, and chocolate décor (New) (Available Nov. 1 through 27)
  • Pumpkin Cream Cheese Swirl Muffin: Pumpkin muffin with a rich cream cheese swirl (Available Nov. 1 through 27)
  • Thanksgiving Sandwich: Slow-roasted turkey breast on top of cornbread stuffing on a focaccia bun covered in house-made turkey gravy and crispy onions, garnished with green onions (Available Nov. 24 only)
  • Thanksgiving Family Meal: Perfect for a family of 4! Includes turkey, gravy, stuffing, sweet potatoes, mashed potatoes, veggies, salad, rolls, and pumpkin pie (Available on Nov. 24 for pre-order only)  
Disney’s BoardWalk 

BoardWalk Deli (Available Nov. 1 through 27) (Mobile order available)  

  • Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffin: Pumpkin muffin with cream cheese filling (New) 
  • Orange Cranberry Scone with orange glaze (New) 

Flying Fish (Available Nov. 24 only) 

  • Chef’s Holiday Special: Slow-roasted turkey, herb gravy, and Yukon gold potatoes (New) 

Trattoria al Forno (Available Nov. 24 only) 

  • Sage and Thyme Oven-roasted Turkey: Corn and sausage stuffing, sour cream mashed potatoes, green beans and rainbow carrots with herb butter, cranberry citrus compote, and pan gravy
Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort 

Centertown Market and Spyglass Grill (Available Nov. 1 through 27; mobile order available) 

  • Caribbean Holiday Spiced Cake: A Caribbean-style spiced cake with orange curd and orange-scented buttercream (New) 
Photo of Pumpkin Cheesecake with pumpkin spice caramel, maple whipped cream, and fall leaf sprinkles
Disney’s Contemporary Resort

California Grill (Available Nov. 24 only) 

  • Rotisserie All Natural Joyce Farms Turkey: Braised leg and thigh, cornbread dumpling, butter-whipped potatoes, brown butter sautéed green beans, gravy, and cranberry relish (New) 

Chef Mickey’s (Available Nov. 24 only) 

  • Traditional Thanksgiving family-style offerings include oven-roasted turkey and gravy, baby carrots with tarragon-dijon butter and brown sugar, haricot verts with stewed tomatoes and roasted garlic, garlic mashed potatoes, sweet potato casserole brûlée, cornbread stuffing, and cranberry compote

Contempo Cafe (Mobile order available) 

  • Pumpkin Cheesecake with pumpkin spice caramel, maple whipped cream, and fall leaf sprinkles (New) (Available Nov. 1 through 27) 

Steakhouse 71 (Available Nov. 24 only) 

  • Traditional Thanksgiving Dinner including a feast of roasted turkey, gravy, mashed potatoes, stuffing, and green beans (Dinner menu served from 11:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.)
Photo of Spiced Manzana Mule which is Ketel One Vodka, house-made apple cinnamon syrup, apple cider, and ginger beer
Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort 

Dahlia Lounge (Available Nov. 8 through Jan. 2)

  • Spiced Manzana Mule: Ketel One Vodka, house-made apple cinnamon syrup, apple cider, and ginger beer (New)

Three Bridges (Available Nov. 24 only) 

  • Thanksgiving Feast: Carved turkey, magdalen dressing, mashed potatoes/ brussel sprouts, cranberry relish, and gravy (New)
Photo of Harvest Garden which is a Sweet Potato Panna Cotta with Chai Marshmallow and Orange Ginger Caramel

Toledo 

  • Toledo Thanksgiving: Turkey roulade, olive oil whipped potatoes, honey glazed carrots, crispy brussels sprouts, cranberry relish, and gravy (New) (Available Nov. 24 only)
  • Harvest Garden: Sweet Potato Panna Cotta with Chai Marshmallow and Orange Ginger Caramel (Plant-based) (New) (Available Nov. 20 through 27) 
  • Spiced Manzana Mule: Ketel One Vodka, house-made apple cinnamon syrup, apple cider, and ginger beer (New) (Available Nov. 8 through Jan. 2) 
Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground 

P&J’s Southern Takeout (Available Nov. 24 through 27)

  • The Gobbler Sandwich: House-smoked turkey breast with cornbread stuffing, gravy, and orange-cranberry sauce
Collage of food items found at Grand Floridian Resort & Spa
Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa 

Citricos (Available Nov. 24 only) 

  • Butternut Squash Bisque with guajillo spiced pepitas, chive oil, and coconut (New)
  • Roulade of Turkey with corn cake “stuffing”, cranberry gastrique, and sweet potato
  • A trio of Autumn-inspired house-made ice creams

Gasparilla Island Grill (Available Nov. 1 through 27; mobile order available) 

  • Holiday Turkey Sandwich: Oven-roasted turkey with cornbread stuffing, cranberry sauce, and gravy on a freshly-baked ciabatta roll from the Grand Floridian Bakery (Available Nov. 24 through 27) 
  • Pumpkin Spice Roll: Pumpkin spice sponge cake rolled with honey-scented cream cheese with powdered sugar, dark chocolate, and autumn quins (New) (Available Nov. 1 through 27)

Grand Floridian Café (Available Nov. 24 only)

  • Butternut Squash Bisque with Bourbon Maple Cream with Toasted Pumpkin Seeds
  • Slow Roasted Turkey with Cornbread Dressing, Seasonal Vegetables, Buttery Mashed Potatoes, Candied Sweet Potato, Traditional Gravy, and Cranberry Relish
  • Traditional Pumpkin Tart with Chantilly Cream
Photo of Mini Pumpkin which is a Pumpkin mousse, caramel, dulce crunch, and chocolate décor
Disney’s Old Key West Resort 

Good’s Food to Go (Available Nov. 1 through 27; mobile order available) 

  • Mini Pumpkin: Pumpkin mousse, caramel, dulce crunch, and chocolate décor (New) 

Olivia’s Cafe (Available Nov. 24 only) 

  • Traditional Thanksgiving Feast: Roasted turkey breast, with roasted garlic mashed potatoes, green beans, cornbread stuffing, cranberry sauce, and gravy
  • A Taste of the Season: Pumpkin mousse, bourbon caramel, cinnamon panna cotta, milk chocolate sponge, and brown butter crumble (New)
Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort 

Kona Cafe (Available Nov. 24 only) 

  • Chef’s Holiday Special (New) 
  • Passionfruit Cheesecake: Passion fruit cheesecake, ginger graham crust, topped with passion fruit boba, guava sauce with fresh fruit, macadamia nut lace cookies, micro-orchids, and micro mint (New)
Photo of Praline Pecan Cake which is A pecan cake topped with praline icing garnished with spiced candied pecans
Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter 

Scat Cat’s Club – Cafe (Available through Nov. 27) 

  • Pumpkin Spice Beignets: Three pumpkin-spiced dusted Mickey beignets

Sassagoula Floatworks and Food Factory (Available Nov. 1 through 27; mobile order available) 

  • Praline Pecan Cake: A pecan cake topped with praline icing garnished with spiced candied pecans (New) 
Photo of Flavors of Fall: Pumpkin cheesecake with a sour cream bourbon topping, spiced cherry coulis, meringue, pumpkin bread croutons, and salty chocolate décor
Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside 

Riverside Mill (Available Nov. 1 through 27; mobile order available) 

  • Praline Pecan Cake: A pecan cake topped with praline icing garnished with spiced candied pecans (New) 

Boatwright’s Dining Hall (Available Nov. 24 only) 

  • Thanksgiving Feast: Herb-crusted turkey roulade with Andouille cornbread stuffing, sweet potato purée, crispy brussel sprouts with apples and spiced pecans, cranberry relish, and apple cranberry gastric (New)
  • Flavors of Fall: Pumpkin cheesecake with a sour cream bourbon topping, spiced cherry coulis, meringue, pumpkin bread croutons, and salty chocolate décor (New)
• Pumpkin Mousse: Pumpkin mousse with pumpkin cheesecake and hazelnut chocolate cheesecake center on top spiced apple walnut cake, dipped in caramel milk chocolate, and toasted walnut shell
Disney’s Riviera Resort 

Le Petit Café (Available through Nov. 27) 

  • Pumpkin Mousse: Pumpkin mousse with pumpkin cheesecake and hazelnut chocolate cheesecake center on top spiced apple walnut cake, dipped in caramel milk chocolate, and toasted walnut shell (New) 

Bar Riva and Primo Piatto (Available Nov. 24 only) 

  • Thanksgiving Meal: Roasted turkey breast, stuffing, green beans, mashed potatoes with house-made gravy, cranberry sauce, and pumpkin cheesecake
Collage of food items found at Topolino’s Terrace

Topolino’s Terrace (Available through Nov. 27) 

  • Caramel Chocolate Mousse with Hazelnut Cheesecake: Apple walnut cake, chocolate sea salt crumble, and cherry foam (New) (Available through Nov. 27)
  • Thanksgiving Feast: Heritage turkey breast, leg and thigh roulade, brioche torchon, sweet potato casserole, cranberries, and haricot verts (Available Nov. 24 only) 
Collage of food items at Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa
Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa

The Artist’s Palette (Available Nov. 1 through 27; mobile order available) 

  • Mini Pumpkin: Pumpkin mousse, caramel, dulce crunch, and chocolate décor (New) 
  • Fall Whoopie Pie: Pumpkin cake, cream cheese buttercream, and fall sprinkles (New) 

Backstretch Pool Bar (Available Nov. 1 through 30) 

  • Cherry Blossom Swirl: DOLE Whip cherry swirled with vanilla soft-serve (New) 

The Turf Club (Available Nov. 24 only) 

  • Holiday Turkey Dinner: Roasted turkey breast with dark confit meat, cornbread stuffing, crispy brussel sprouts and mashed potatoes with house-made gravy, cranberry sauce, and a parker house roll (New)
  • A Taste of the Season: Pumpkin mousse, bourbon caramel, cinnamon panna cotta, milk chocolate sponge, and brown butter crumble (New)
Photo of Pumpkin Moose Cake which is a Chocolate-dipped spice cake with milk chocolate pumpkin mousse and dark chocolate antlers
Disney’s Wilderness Lodge 

Roaring Fork (Available Nov. 20 through Dec. 29; mobile order available)

  • Pumpkin Mousse Cake: Chocolate-dipped spice cake with milk chocolate pumpkin mousse and dark chocolate antlers

Whispering Canyon Cafe (Available Nov. 24) 

  • Whispering Canyon’s Holiday Menu: Prix fixed menu with cornbread, house salad, choice of three skillets including holiday cornbread stuffing, sautéed green beans, giblet gravy, cranberry relish, slow-smoked pulled pork, western-style sausages, maple-chipotle pork ribs, buttered corn, and smashed Yukon potatoes and a dessert trio
Photo of Pumpkin Trifle which is Brown sugar cream cheese filling with a cinnamon cobbler topping, pumpkin maple filling, whipped cream, and chocolate décor
Disney’s Yacht Club Resort 

Ale & Compass (Available Nov. 24) 

  • Chef’s Holiday Special: : Roasted turkey, mashed potatoes, cornbread stuffing, savory giblet gravy, haricot verts, shiitake mushrooms, and cranberry relish  
  • All-Encompassing Cheesecake: Pumpkin cheesecake with a cranberry, cherry compote center, cranberry pearls, spiced whipped cream, a gingersnap cookie crumble, and a white chocolate curl (New) 

Market at Ale & Compass (Mobile order available) 

  • Thanksgiving Sandwich: Slow-roasted turkey breast on top of cornbread stuffing on a focaccia bun covered in house-made turkey gravy and crispy onions, garnished with green onions (Available November 24 only)
  • Thanksgiving Family Meal: Perfect for a family of 4! Includes turkey, gravy, stuffing, sweet potatoes, mashed potatoes, veggies, salad, rolls, and pumpkin pie (Available on November 24 for pre-order only)  
  • Pumpkin Trifle: Brown sugar cream cheese filling with a cinnamon cobbler topping, pumpkin maple filling, whipped cream, and chocolate décor (New) (Available November 1 through 27)
  • Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffin: Pumpkin-flavored muffin with a rich cream cheese swirl (Available November 1 through 27)

Yachtsman Steakhouse (Available Nov. 24 only) 

  • Chef’s Holiday Special: Roasted turkey breast and confit turkey thighs with soubise sauce, cornbread dressing, orange-cranberry chutney, roasted brussel sprouts with hot honey-bourbon butter and candied walnuts, mashed Idaho potatoes, and turkey gravy  (New) 
  • Yachtsman’s Harvest: Spiced cheesecake, dulce chocolate, and ginger apples with a cinnamon pecan crumble, apple panna cotta, and a bourbon caramel sauce (New)
Photo of Pumpkin Spice Martini: Stoli Vanil Vodka, Rumchata, Cream, and pumpkin spice with a graham cracker crumb rim

Available at Various Lounges Across Resort (Available Nov. 1 through 27) 

  • Pumpkin Spice Martini: Stoli Vanil Vodka, Rumchata, Cream, and pumpkin spice with a graham cracker crumb rim (New)
Photo of Slow-roasted Turkey with BEN’S ORIGINAL™ Stuffing, Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, and Cranberry Sauce
EPCOT

American Holiday Table (Available Nov. 25 through Dec. 30)

  • Slow-roasted turkey with BEN’S ORIGINAL™ stuffing, mashed potatoes, green beans, and cranberry sauce

Biergarten Restaurant (Available Nov. 24 only)

  • Turkey with mashed potatoes and stuffing

Coral Reef Restaurant (Available Nov. 24 only)

  • Thanksgiving Plate
  • Pumpkin Pie Tart with whipped cream and salted caramel mousse (New) 

The Garden Grill Restaurant (Available Nov. 24 only)

  • Roasted Turkey with stuffing
  • Apple Cake with caramelized apples and streusel (New) 

Le Cellier Steakhouse (Available Nov. 24 only)

  • Turkey Plate (New) 

Refreshment Port (Available Nov. 25 through Dec. 30)

  • Turkey Poutine: French fries with turkey gravy, cranberry relish, and crispy onions

Pumpkin Spice Ginger Cocktail (New)

Sunshine Seasons (Available Nov. 24 only)

  • Rotisserie-smoked Turkey with house-made stuffing, mashed potatoes, sautéed green beans, turkey gravy, and cranberry sauce
  • Caramel Crèmeux with Apple Compote (New)
Thanksgiving Add-ons to Buffet: Oven roasted turkey breast, turkey gravy, cornbread stuffing, and cranberry relish
Disney’s Hollywood Studios 

The Hollywood Brown Derby (Available Nov. 24 only) 

  • Carved Turkey Breast with cornbread, apple-sage stuffing, turkey thigh confit, mashed potato, fall harvest vegetables, cranberry compote, and turkey gravy (New) 

Hollywood & Vine (Available Nov. 24 only)

  • Thanksgiving Add-ons to Buffet: Oven roasted turkey breast, turkey gravy, cornbread stuffing, and cranberry relish

50’s Prime Time Café (Available Nov. 24 only) 

  • Holiday Plate: Oven-roasted turkey breast, turkey gravy, cornbread stuffing, cranberry relish, green beans, and mashed potato (New)
Collage of Disney Animal Kingdom food items
Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park 

Restaurantosaurus (Available Nov. 24 only) 

  • Open-faced Turkey Sandwich: Grilled multigrain bread with roasted garlic mayonnaise, cornbread dressing, smoked turkey, herb gravy, and cranberry sauce served with a side of french fries

Satu’li Canteen (Mobile order available) 

  • Thanksgiving Duo Bowl: Combination of grilled beef and turkey with gravy stuffing and red and sweet potato hash topped with crunchy vegetable slaw and boba pearls (Available Nov. 24 only)
  • Thanksgiving Turkey Bowl: Wood-grilled turkey breast with gravy stuffing and red and sweet potato hash topped with crunchy vegetable slaw and boba pearls (Available Nov. 24 only) (kid’s version available) 
  • Pumpkin Cream Cheese Mousse with chocolate cookie crumbles, pumpkin sauce, and boba pearls (Available Nov. 22 through 27)
Collage of food items found at Tiffins in Disney's Animal Kingdom

Tiffins (Available Nov. 24 only)

  • Roasted Calabaza Soup: Roasted calabaza, ginger-pear chutney, pickled jalapeño, and chai-spiced and candied pistachios
  • Turkey Roulade: Turkey breast, fine-herb whipped potato, maple-glazed carrots, sweet potato pave, wild mushrooms, green bean casserole, cornbread dressing, cranberry gel, and turkey gravy
  • Apple Pie Cheesecake: Whipped caramel cheesecake, apple pie compote, white chocolate streusel, and cranberry sauce

Tusker House (Available Nov. 24 only) 

  • Thanksgiving Dinner Buffet Additions: Roasted turkey, stuffing, gravy, cranberry sauce, and pumpkin tart desserts
Collage of food items found in Disney Springs
Disney Springs 

City Works Eatery & Pour House(Available Nov. 24 only)

  • Herb Roasted Turkey: Hand-carved turkey, creamy mashed potatoes, traditional stuffing, roasted brussels sprouts with bacon lardons, corn casserole, and gravy (Kid’s version available) 
  • Slow-roasted Prime Rib: Hand-carved prime rib, creamy mashed potatoes, grilled lemon-asparagus, horseradish cream, and au jus

Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ (Available Nov. 25 only) 

  • Thanksgiving Leftover Sandwich: The ultimate leftover sandwich piling stuffing, cranberry sauce, and more on top of sliced roasted turkey breast

Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew(Available Nov. 11 through 30)

  • Thanksgiving Donut: An over-the-top sweet potato casserole-pecan pie mash-up with cinnamon-sugar dusted sweet potato fries, crunchy candied pecans, and sweet-salty bacon crown a plump glazed donut that is finished with a marshmallow cream drizzle

Planet Hollywood (Available Nov. 24 only)

  • Thanksgiving Feast: Sliced, oven-roasted, all-white meat turkey topped with gravy and served with homemade garlic mashed potatoes, southern-style cornbread stuffing, green bean blend, and cranberry sauce. Prime rib is available for an additional charge.
Photo of Butter and herb roast turkey, roast garlic mashed potatoes, duck fat roasties, honey-glazed carrots, bacon braised brussels sprouts, sausage meat and walnut stuffing, and red wine jus with cranberry sauce

Raglan Road Irish Pub & Restaurant (Available Nov. 24 only)

  • Butter and herb roast turkey, roast garlic mashed potatoes, duck fat roasties, honey-glazed carrots, bacon braised brussels sprouts, sausage meat and walnut stuffing, and red wine jus with cranberry sauce
Photo of Roasted Free Range Turkey with cornbread and sage stuffing, shallot and thyme confit thighs, sauteed green beans with crispy shallots, maple baked sweet potato, and Yukon gold mashed potatoes with parmesan crust classic gravy and cranberry orange chutney

STK Steakhouse (Available Nov. 24 through 27)

  • Roasted Free Range Turkey with cornbread and sage stuffing, shallot and thyme confit thighs, sauteed green beans with crispy shallots, maple baked sweet potato, and Yukon gold mashed potatoes with parmesan crust classic gravy and cranberry orange chutney
  • Spiced Pumpkin Pie

Wine Bar George (Available Nov. 24 only)

  • Thanksgiving Dinner: Roasted turkey breast, mashed potatoes, stuffing, seasonal vegetables, and cranberry sauce (kid’s version available) 
  • Grilled Delmonico: Marble potatoes, brussels sprouts, and bone marrow glaze
Disney’s Vero Beach Resort 

Wind and Waves Grill (Available Nov. 24 only) 

  • Thanksgiving Buffet featuring both traditional holiday favorites and a beach island twist

Wind and Waves Market (Available Nov. 24 only)

  • Gobbler Sandwich: Turkey dinner with all the fixings on a roll
  • Pumpkin Pie: Classic pumpkin pie by the slice

There you have it – all the delicious items to feast upon for Thanksgiving. Be sure to use #DisneyEats to show us all the treats you indulge in at Disney this fall season.

From our foodie family to yours, have a very happy Thanksgiving filled with plenty of delicious goodies!

(Note: All offerings are subject to change and availability.) 

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