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New attraction coming to Crayola Experience

Here is an attraction that we don't talk about much, The Crayola Experience! It is a immersive experience that takes guests into the realm of crayons. From their creation to design experiences, they have it all. The attraction is located just minutes from the bigger attractions in the Florida Mall. It now looks like they are about to open a new experience later this month. Here is The information direct from Attractions Magazine who broke the news (the attractions own press center hasn't been updated since last year)... The new attraction, called Adventure Lab, is an immersive and hands-on experience where guests can enter Crayola’s Color Lab, only to find that some colors have gone rogue and started to cause trouble. With the aid of a magical tablet, guests complete physical and digital missions, alongside Crayola personalities Rod, Orchid, Denny, Scarlet and Gus. Each player in the Lab will receive three challenges, which could range from uncovering an ancient recipe for the color “Moonglow,” jumping across a river of melting rainbow wax, or even scrambling to grab chunks of crayon wax off of a conveyor belt – “I Love Lucy” style. There are 15 challenges in total, which gives guests many chances to return and experience a new adventure with each visit. “Much like the fictitious scientists in our Adventure Lab, we are always experimenting with new ways to inspire our guests,” said Victoria Lozano, Senior Vice President and General Manager of Crayola Attractions and Retail. “Adventure Lab is the first of its kind for us. It’s an attraction that truly puts kids in a world that’s part fantasy and part reality, and we can’t wait to see them explore it!” The new Adventure Lab will be located just beside the Activity Studio, and will be a permanent addition to the Crayola Experience, which will celebrate its 2nd birthday this month. For more information on Adventure Lab and to purchase tickets, visitCrayolaExperience.com. Click to Post

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[Video] New Rhythms Of Dance show at Raglan Road!

There was recently a brand new show that debuted in Raglan Road in Disney Springs. This is the description from the Disney Blog who shot the above video... It’s a new 90-minute live spectacle of Irish music and dance featuring talented musicians and award winning Irish Dancers. The show was produced in Ireland and exported to Raglan Road and directed by David Hayes (Riverdance, “The Voice” Ireland edition) with lead choreographer Ciaran Keating. The show offers children a chance to get up on stage and learn an Irish step dance routine. Looks pretty good, would you be checking it out at Disney Springs? Let me know! Click to Post

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[Video] Top 10 Rides at Walt Disney World

Here is a great video about the top 10 rides at Walt Disney World. Of course the idea is a little subjection as everyone differs. What is yours? Click to Post

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Rumor Alert! Zootopia coming to Animal Kingdom?

Ok, like with all rumors I would take this with a huge grain of salt. It is currently circling the interwebs that Disney may be planning to announce another major expansion for Animal Kingdom. The rumor is that they would be building the city from Zootopia. This would apparently be in the designated expansion area that was originally intended for the huge Tiger Rapids Run before the cut the budget and built Kali River Rapids. The area in question is currently behind Kali and the Mahajarah Jungle Trek and next to Rafikis Planet Watch. The rumor details that the Wilderness Express train (that goes to Rafikis Planet Watch) would be re-purposed into the train that Judy Hops takes to get to the city. It would consist of virtual screens that would detail the journey (Harry Potter-ish?). It would contain one major e-ticket attraction with several smaller ones and contain many of the shops and dining locations that are scene in the movie as the characters journey throughout the city. This does seem somewhat like an awesome idea however in my opinion I have a TON of scepticism so, like i said, a HUGE grain of salt. First, Disney just completed a massive 500 million dollar expansion, Avatar. Are they ready to cut Avatars hey day in half with a new attraction already? Second, a massive city would not fit into the existing theming of Animal Kingdom at all. Third, I don't think Zootopia did that well in the box office to justify and entire land being built from it. It doesn't even really seem like many kids know that characters as well as many other movies. Those are just my opinions though but we will see what Disney says. They are expected to maybe make this announcement and many more at the upcoming D23 Expo. What do you think? Click to Post

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[Video] Top 22 Disney Audio-Animatronics From Around The World!

Check out this incredible video that features 22 of the best Audio-Animatronics that can be found in any Disney theme park! Click to Post

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Disney Springs to host Drum Corps International marching performances!

This Sunday Disney Springs will welcome Drum Corps International Marching bands who will parade throughout Disney Springs. The bands will begin outside Cirque Du Solei in the West side and finish by Once Upon A Toy in the Marketplace. Here are the bands performing... The Cavaliers (Rosemont, IL) at 11am Carolina Crown (Fort Mill, SC) at 1pm The Cadets (Allentown, PA) at 3pm Here are the viewing areas... Between Splitsville Luxury Lanes and Disney Springs AMC Theatres 24 Near Planet Hollywood Observatory Between ZARA and Anthropologie Near The Daily Poutine Between Ghirardelli Ice Cream & Chocolate Shop and World of Disney   Click to Post

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New charachter themed refreshment carts now doing the rounds on Walt Disney World's Golf Courses!

Disney has just announced that there is several new refreshment carts that will be going around all of the Golf Courses at Walt Disney World! Here is the info from the mouse... At our Palm, Magnolia, and Oak Trail courses, you’ll see refreshment carts with designs inspired by Mickey, Minnie and Goofy, and at the Lake Buena Vista course there’ll be a Mickey-inspired cart. Check out these images of the carts:

The character-themed refreshment carts are a result of Disney Golf’s ongoing efforts to continually explore fun ways to enhance the overall guest experience during play. As a result, in addition to the roving Disney-themed carts, the courses will each have fixed food & beverage outlets at the course. So the next time you’re on the links at Disney and you want a bite to eat or something to drink, look for the Disney-themed refreshment carts. Pose for a photo with them too because in golf, it’s just as important to look good as it is to play good. Click to Post

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New name and new changes coming for Captains Grill at Yacht Club

The Captains Grill at the Yacht Club Resort has been closed for several months and it now turns out that when it reopens it will be a new restaurant! Here is the announcement that was covered originally by Touring Plans... Big changes are on the horizon for dining at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort. Captain’s Grille has been under refurbishment since the end of May, and now we know what is going to take its place. Ale & Compass Restaurant will feature a gastropub ambiance and will focus on a New-England inspired menu.

  Ale & Compass Restaurant will be open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner and will continue to be a table service dining location. The restaurant’s decor is inspired by a lighthouse and the main focal point will be an on-stage hearth oven. Ale & Compass Restaurant is expected to open sometime in October.

The lounge next door will also see a makeover. It will be transformed with a new interior and will expand to include 58 seats. The lounge will offer up a new menu of classic cocktails and light bites. Recently, for those who didn’t know, the hotel opened its new quick service location, The Market at Ale & Compass. Guests can enjoy both made-to-order options, as well as grab ‘n go choices. There is also a Coca-Cola Freestyle machine, beer and wine, and a specialty drinking station that offers both specialty coffees and smoothies. The Market at Ale & Compass doesn’t have a huge amount of seating, as there are only 28 seats.  The Market at Ale & Compass will soon offer a small merchandise area too. Click to Post

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New Years Eve Parties Announced for Contemporary Resort!

Is summer over yet? Well Disney thinks so as they are already preparing for its holiday and New Years Eve parties around the property. Just freshly announced this year are not 1, not 2 but 3 different parties coming to Disney's Contemporary Resort. Each one will be geared to a slightly different demographic then the others. Here is the run down... Disney's Countdown to Midnight - Guests will enjoy dining, music, drinks, and more. There will be appearances by Mickey and Minnie and a champagne toast at midnight. The event will be located in the Fantasia Ballroom and will last from 8pm to 1am. This seems like they relocated the event that has been held in the Yacht Club convention center the last few years but had featured a few pretty big name performers as well. No talent has been announced yet. This is for 18 and up only. Pixar Party: A New Year’s Eve Celebration. This will take place in the Ballroom of Americas and will feature vignettes from all your favorite Pixar movies decorated throughout the event with meet and greets by, you guessed it, all your favorite Pixar pals. There will also be face painting, a balloon artist, a boot camp with Sarge, an interactive DJ spining tunes from Radio Disney, and a buffet dinner. At midnight, head outdoors to ring in the New Year with a viewing of the Magic Kingdom fireworks. This party will last from 8:00 p.m. until 12:15 a.m and is open for all ages. Down in New Orleans: A Disney New Year’s Eve Dining Experience - This will take place in the Grand Republic Ballroom and will transport you right into the bayou and the home of Princess and the Frog. Guests will dine from actions stations which will feature dishes like oyster beignets, smoked salmon mousse cones with caviar, Kobe beef tartare and sheep’s milk ricotta gnocchi. Signature dishes will include herb-crusted Louisiana redfish, crayfish etouffee, Black Angus beef cooked two ways, braised short ribs and filet of beef with truffled celery root silk. Guests will be able to hear a jazz band during dinner. Later in the evening a vocalist will bring to life the songs from the film. As Midnight approaches, head outside with some champagne to ring in 2018 with a private viewing area for the Magic Kingdom fireworks. The party will last from 7:00 p.m. until 12:15 a.m and is open to all ages. The tickets for these events open up on July 11th. Where will you be spending your New Years, is Disney an option?   Click to Post

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[Video] 5 Weird Things At Walt Disney World!

Ok, so most of these things in this video I have probably talked about before either in posts on this site or in my Fun Facts that are posted to social media, but this guy is freaking awesome in the way he does this video. Check it out, if you already know about some of them, this video is just all types of fun. Enjoy! Click to Post

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[Video][Magic Spoiler!] Spacemountain POV With The Lights On!

Check out this awesome video where someone was riding Space Mountain until it went down, and then restarted with the lights on! It is a little bit of a possible Magic Spoiler so if you dont want to see what Space Mountain really looks like then I would skip this video. Click to Post

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[Video] Top 5 Rookie Mistakes at Walt Disney World

Here is a quick video featuring 5 Rookie mistakes that people make when they visit Walt Disney World. Click to Post

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New name announced for Characters In Flight at Disney Springs!

Along with the major renovation that began last year to the balloon at Disney Springs come a new name as well! As I'm sure you now, the balloon got replaced last year as it's upgrade to make it fit in with the new theming of Disney Springs. The upgrade did away with the images on the balloon and aimed for a lighter theme of shades of blue. Shortly after that, the check-in counter also got renovated removing the "tacky" tower on top and getting a new paint job. Now it seems that there will be a new name with new signage to fit it in even better to the new Disney Springs look. The new official name will be "Aerophile: The World Leader in Balloon Flight."! It seems a little strange to me to be honest, and I kind of prefer characters In Flight, however it seems like that company is trying to stand out more and not it appearing to be part of Disney Springs. What do you think? Click to Post

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Cirque du Soleil Acquires Blue Man Group

In one little tweet last night, two massive entertainment companies officially merged! Cirque de Soleil has announced that it officially acquired the Blue Man Group. This may (or may not) have a huge impact on the Central Florida theme park landscape as they have two locations now. cirque de Soleil at Disney Springs and Blue Man Group at Universal Orlando. Speculation has not seemed to turn on whether this has anything to do with the closure of the popular La Nouba show this December. Disney has already said that Cirque is not leaving Disney Springs but we will eventually have a new show. Here is the tweet with the video announcing the acquisition. https://twitter.com/Cirque/status/883010588758036480 And here is the announcement directly from Circque De Soleil... Montreal, Quebec, July 6th, 2017. Global entertainment leader Cirque du Soleil today announced the acquisition of New-York-based Blue Man Productions, a global live entertainment company best known for the award-winning Blue Man Group show, performed in over 20 countries and seen by more than 35 million people worldwide since 1991. The acquisition of Blue Man Group considerably widens Cirque du Soleil’s audience pool, adding to their portfolio six resident productions established across the United States and Germany, as well as a North American and a World Tour. The transaction is in line with Cirque du Soleil’s vision for the future, as the Montreal-based creative powerhouse looks to further expand globally and diversify its entertainment offering beyond circus arts. With its original aesthetics, award-winning musical talent and immersive experience know-how, the acquisition of Blue Man Group also represents an additional asset for Cirque du Soleil’s creative team and show offerings. “We want to broaden our horizons, develop new forms of entertainment, reach out to new audiences and expand our own creative capabilities. Today, we are taking a decisive step towards materializing these ambitions”, said Daniel Lamarre, President and CEO of Cirque du Soleil. “We are extremely excited to welcome the iconic Blue Man Group to our portfolio of shows. Their unbridled creativity makes them a perfect cultural fit for Cirque du Soleil. Our extensive marketing research also confirms that Blue Man Group is a strong ‘love brand’ with a solid fan base – something else our two brands have in common.” For 25 years, Blue Man Group has earned an unrivaled reputation in the global entertainment industry. With a history and values ​​similar to that of Cirque, the company was born of a crazy dream in the creative minds of its three founders. Blending technology, music and comedy, they created boldly colored, playful and steadfastly interactive shows. The company currently operates resident shows in New York, Boston, Las Vegas, Chicago, Orlando and Berlin, as well as two touring productions. Blue Man Group Co-Founder Phil Stanton explains, “When we began our Blue Man journey, we set our sights on creating theater that would bring people together in a celebration of human connection. We have been humbled, amazed and inspired by the audience responses we have received over the years.” Co-Founder Chris Wink adds, “Now, we find ourselves on the brink of our next chapter, and we have big ideas for the future. Only a global creative powerhouse like Cirque du Soleil could help us achieve our vision. Their commitment to artistic quality and originality is unparalleled and their creative resources are vast. It is an honor to join forces with their organization.” About Blue Man Group Blue Man Group was created in 1991 by three long-time friends from New York City: Chris Wink, Phil Stanton and Matt Goldman, who were determined they would achieve lives of meaning and purpose by following their own path. They created a ground-breaking performance centered on a bald and blue character they called Blue Man. Blue Man Productions is now a global entertainment company best known for the award-winning Blue Man Group show, performed in over 20 countries and seen by more than 35 million people worldwide since 1991. A dynamic combination of art, music, comedy and technology, the show’s euphoric celebration of human connection has universal appeal for a broad range of age groups and cultural backgrounds. Blue Man Group was owned by Co-Founders Chris Wink and Phil Stanton, and the GF Capital Private Equity Fund. Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC acted as exclusive financial advisor to Blue Man Group. About Cirque du Soleil From a group of 20 street performers at its beginnings in 1984, Cirque du Soleil has evolved from a world leading organization that reinvented circus arts to become a global live entertainment provider. From its international headquarters in Montreal, Canada, Cirque du Soleil has brought wonder and delight to more than 180 million spectators in over 450 cities in 60 countries on six continents. In 2017 alone, 18 shows are being simultaneously presented around the world. Cirque du Soleil also brings the same energy and spirit that characterize each of its shows to other spheres of activity, while maintaining stringent standards of artistic quality and originality. The company now has close to 4,000 employees, including 1,300 performing artists from close to 50 different countries. For more information about Cirque du Soleil, visit www.cirquedusoleil.com. What do you thinks going to happen? I would love to here some input.   Click to Post

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[Video] The Music Of Pixar Live - A Symphony of Characters Full Show!

This is a video of the live stream that Disney released last week for the new show, The Music Of Pixar Live - A Symphony of Characters at Disney Hollywood Studios. Sadly I had the site down for maintenance during the stream so I was not able to post it live. In case you missed it, this is the new temporary show that Disney premiered several weeks ago for the summer. It is taking place in the Theater Of The Stars, the normal home of Beauty And The Beast. It is unknown if this show is going to live past this summer or if it is going to end pretty soon. It is a good idea as it gives guests one more opportunity to see something new during the major construction going on throughout most of the park. Let me know what you think! Click to Post

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Disney to participate in the 2017 Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining Month!

It appears that several Disney owned restaurants at Walt Disney World will partipate int this years Visit Orlando's Magical Dining Month! If you arent aware of it, the Magical Dining Month consists of approximately 100 Orlando area restaurants that offer pre estabolished menu of 3 course meals for 35$ each. One dollar from every meal that is sold off that menu will go directly to the Freedom Ride and BASE Camp Children’s Cancer Foundation. When you go to eat at any of the participating restaurants, just ask the hostess for the special menu before ordering. Here is the description from Visit Orlando.. Get  out your calendars, food lovers, because Visit Orlando's  Magical Dining Month, sponsored by  American Express, returns Aug. 25 to Oct.  1 with more than 100 participating restaurants. During this limited time,you can score a three-course, prix fixe dinner menu for just $35 per person at  a fabulous fine-dining venue. Local  foodies and visiting gourmands alike can try an Orlando classic or go for  oneof the hottest new venues joining Orlando's growing culinary scene. And for the  first time ever, you'll be able to select from six participating Walt Disney  World Resort restaurants. Menus are up and reservations are open now, so start planning today for the best month of dining  ever! We've  matched up some of the most popular themes and occasions to dine with  suggestions from this year's participating restaurants: Here is the menus from the participating Walt Disney World restaurants...

Boatwrights Dining Hall at Port Orleans Riverside

Choice of Appetizers Amelia’s Salad fresh greens, seasonal ingredients, and house vinaigrette Mardi Gras Fritters house-made pimiento cheese fritters with pepper jelly Crawfish Bisque traditional-style bisque with crawfish tails, a touch of sherry, finished with crème fraîche Choice of Entrèes Jackson Square Etouffee crawfish simmered in rich seafood sauce over rice Chicken and Dumplings pan-seared chicken breast, hand-rolled potato dumplings, mixed vegetables, and cream sauce General Fulton’s Prime Rib slow-roasted prime rib with our specialty crafted chicory-coffee blend, mashed potatoes, seasonal vegetables, and horseradish cream Choice of Desserts Crème Brûlée Seasonal Sorbet Bourbon Street Pecan Pie

Grand Floridian Cafe

Choice of Appetizers Seasonal Citrus and Cucumber Salad organic baby lettuce, orange, cucumber, pomegranate, sunflower seeds, and coriander vinaigrette Caramelized Onion Soup Gratinee traditional French onion soup Old South Chicken Wings crispy-fried and spun with Key lime-datil pepper sauce Choice of Entrèes Grilled Pork Chop 10-oz pork chop, boursin cheese-potato croquette, and roasted baby carrots with peppercorn cream sauce and onion jam Miso-Glazed Salmon lemon sticky rice, French beans, wasabi peas, and ginger-soy vinaigrette Pan-Roasted Chicken Breast buttery mashed potatoes, green beans and mushroom chicken jus Choice of Desserts Small Desserts (Select Two) Mocha Pot de Crème coffee-flavored custard and whipped cream Wild Strawberry Cheesecake Fresh Berry Tart layer of almond cake topped with seasonal berries and apricot glaze Chocolate Timbale chocolate gateaux with bittersweet chocolate mousse

Il Mulino at the Walt Disney World Swan Resort

Choice of Appetizers Arancini Italian rice balls over spicy marinara sauce Insalata Caesar the classic Il Mulino Caesar salad Insalata Trattoria organic greens, seasonal vegetables, truffle vinaigrette Choice of Entrèes Salmone broiled salmon, light garlic, olive oil, wild mushrooms, broccoli rabe Pollo Piccata European cut chicken breast, lemon, white wine Penne Rigate penne,Il Mulino original marinara, ricotta cheese Tortellini Alla Panna meat tortellini, crisp peas, cream sauce Choice of Desserts Torta Al Cioccolato flour-less chocolate cake, whipped cream, zabaglione Cheesecake Al Italiana Italian style cheesecake, whipped cream, zabaglione Tiramisu layered espresso and coffee liqueur, infused lady fingers, mascarpone cream

Jiko at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge

Choice of Appetizers Jiko Salads Epcot land pavilion greens, stone fruit, pistachio halva, grilled halloumi cheese, apricot ginger dressing Inguday Tibs in Brik mushroom, spinach, cheese in crispy Tunisian filo, apples, curry vinaigrette Choice of Entrèes Bo Kaap Malay Seafood Curry calamari, red shrimp, mussels, coconut curry sauce, saffron rice Botswana-style Seswaa Beef Short Rib cassava-potato purée, sambal, baby carrots, and mushrooms West African Koki Corn mushrooms, poblano-tomatillo purée, roasted red pepper sauce Choice of Desserts Malva Pudding melktart ice cream, kataifi, kanu tuile, Cabernet gelée Safari Sunset carrot cake, cornbread calamansi, and lemon cremeux, Kenyan coffee streusel, citrus gel, valrhona dulcey mousse, candied carrots

Morimoto Asia at Disney Springs

Choice of Appetizers Black Cod Nanbanzuke lightly tempura fried black cod marinated with vegetables Shrimp Yum Woon Sen poached Key West shrimp, bean thread noodle salad, soy-lime dressing Beef Bulgogi Tacos thin sliced beef short ribs, house kim-chi, spicy gochujang sauce Crunchy Spicy Tuna Roll (add $5) hand chopped big eye tuna, scallion, spicy mayo, sesame, tempura flakes Choice of Entrèes Red Miso Glazed Faroe Island Salmon wok sautéed baby bok choy, Shaoxing gastrique Morimoto Asia Ebi Chili (Shrimp with Chili Sauce) stir fried shrimp, vegetable fried rice, slow cooked farm egg A-5 Wagyu Beef Burger Steak Szechuan chili sauce, tofu, asparagus Half Rack Morimoto Spare Ribs (6pc) (add $9) pork ribs, cilantro, hoisin sweet chili glaze

Choice of Desserts

Green Tea Panna Cotta Mango Coconut Soup with fresh local berries Asian Pear Chocolate Mousse

Olivias Cafe at Disney's Old Key West Resort

Choice of Appetizers Crab Cake pan-fried and served with avocado purée, house-made roasted pepper rémoulade sauce, and chayote salad Conch Fritters with Key lime-mustard and rémoulade Tomato-Mozzarella Salad cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and fresh oranges with mixed greens, ciabatta crostini, and balsamic glaze Choice of Entrèes Seven Mile Sea Scallops pan-seared scallops over polenta foam topped with an edamame succotash and tomato vinaigrette Plantation Key Pork Chop brined bone-in pork chop glazed with an apple-white balsamic gastrique served with roasted sweet potatoes, apples, onions, Brussels sprouts, and tossed in a bacon vinaigrette Southernmost Buttermilk Chicken mashed potatoes, southern gravy, and seasonal vegetable Choice of Desserts Key Lime Tart baked daily and served with mango and raspberry sauce Banana Bread Pudding Sundae house-made daily and served warm with bananas foster sauce and vanilla bean ice cream

Paddlefish at Disney Springs

Choice of Appetizers Fried Green Tomatoes elote, pickled watermelon, queso fresco, remoulade Green Salad romaine hearts, cucumber, grape tomato, red onion, yuzu New England Clam Chowder bacon, potatoes, cream Conch Chowder Bahamian conch, spiced tomato broth Wheat Berry Salad farmer’s market vegetables, arugula, lemon vinaigrette Choice of Entrèes Fish & Chips beer battered flounder, sweet potato fries, tartar sauce Shrimp & Grits cheddar grits, spicy black pepper butter sauce Half Chicken Carolina mop sauce, edamame bacon succotash, pickled watermelon Pork Chop & Applesauce house-made applesauce, green beans Catch of the Day select one of our chef’s preparations Bearnaise - béarnaise sauce, whipped potato Beurre Blanc - white wine-caper butter sauce, whipped potato Floribbean - Jerk spices, papaya-mango salsa, red skin potato Choice of Desserts Carrot Cake cream cheese mousse Key Lime Pie graham cracker, meringue Strawberry Shortcake farmer’s market berries, whipped cream

STK Orlando at Disney Springs

Choice of Appetizers Little Gem Lettuce Caesar Salad Key West Pink Shrimp Ceviche with sweet potato, choclo and aji amarillo Shaved Brussels with dried cranberries, pickled onions and red wine dressing Choice of Entrèes Petite Filet Mignon with olive oil crushed potatoes and smoked tomato sauce Sea Scallops with carrot butterscotch, pistachio gremolata and brown butter Pappardelle Pasta with Duck Confit wild mushrooms and Marsala wine Choice of Desserts Warm Chocolate Chip Cookie with caramel sauce and vanilla ice cream Salted Caramel Budino with vanilla chantilly and white chocolate crunch Orange Dream Cheesecake with brûléed oranges and whipped cream

The Turf Club at Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort

Choice of Appetizers The Turf Club Grilled Romaine Salad lightly grilled hearts of romaine, roasted tomatoes, balsamic vinegar glaze, Caesar dressing, and croutons Classical French Onion Soup beef broth, julienne onions, Melted Swiss, and Gruyère cheeses with croutons Choice of Entrèes Pan Seared Corvina lemon risotto and garlic-basil cream reduction topped with a fresh tomato relish Grilled New York Strip Steak hand-cut rosemary Parmesan fries and béarnaise sauce Rigatoni Fiesolana with Shrimp rigatoni pasta, shrimp, creamy tomato sauce with sausage, Portobello mushrooms, Parmesan, and fresh basil Choice of Desserts Chocolate-Espresso Torte with raspberry sauce and vanilla-port wine ice cream Madagascar Vanilla Bean Crème Brulee fresh fruit and butter breton crisp

The Wave at Disney's Contemporary Resort

Choice of Appetizers Harvest Salad seasonal accoutrements with local greens in a house-made vinaigrette Seasonal Soup with chef’s accompaniment Prince Edward Island Mussels Chardonnay broth, fine herbs, garlic butter, grilled focaccia Choice of Entrèes Cioppino sustainable fish, scallop, shrimp, mussels, spiced tomato-clam broth Roasted Joyce Farms Chicken Breast with “Mexican street corn” and salsa verde Dashi Noodle Bowl sweet chili bean curd, stir-fried vegetables, udon noodles, dashi broth Choice of Desserts Peanut Butter Chocolate Cake Seasonal Sorbets

Todd English's blue zoo at the Walt Disney World Dolphin Resort

Choice of Appetizers Caesar Salad baby romaine, buttered croutons, shaved Reggiano, lemon garlic foam bluezoo’s New England Style Clam Chowder light and brothy with salt cured bacon, house-made oyster crackers Choice of Entrèes Simply Fish marble potatoes, piquillo relish, hearts of palm puree, pea tendrils Steak Frites hanger steak, truffle puree, salsa verde, shake and bake fries Chicken Francese black rice, charred corn, corn silk, caper emulsion, frisee mache Choice of Desserts Warm Chocolate Banana Molten Cake chocolate cream pudding, chocolate sauce, caramelized banana, banana ice cream Seasonal Sorbet a trio of refreshing sorbets inspired by the season   And Finally if you are interested in ALL the participating restaurants, here is the full list from all of Orlando...   What's  Hot: Bulla Gastrobar,* Chroma Modern Bar + Kitchen,* DoveCote  Brasserie,* Earls kitchen + bar,* Luke's Kitchen,* Reel Fish Coastal Kitchen +  Bar*    

      Big  Night Out: Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steak House,  Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar (Orlando and Winter Park), Morton's  The Steakhouse, Ocean Prime, Prato*, Ruth's Chris Steakhouse, Slate,  STK, The  Capital Grille (International Drive, Mall at Millenia)       Romantic:Boheme  Restaurant (Grand Bohemian Hotel), Chez Vincent, Christini's Ristorante  Italiano, Le Coq au Vin Restaurant, Luma on Park, The Melting Pot   Walt  Disney World Resort:  Jiko at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge,* The Wave at Disney's Contemporary  Resort,* Boatwright's Dining Hall at Disney's Port Orleans Resort,* The Turf  Club at Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort,* The Grand Floridian Café at Disney's  Grand Floridian Resort,* Olivia's Café at Disney's Old Key West Resort*

Family Friendly: Amatista Cookhouse at Loews Sapphire Falls Resort at Universal Orlando, Benihana, Brio (Winter Park Village and Mall at Millenia),* Copper Canyon Grill, Kobe Ichiban Japanese Steakhouse, Mitchell's Fish Market, Paddlefish,* Seasons 52, Shogun Japanese Steak House,* The Kitchen at Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando    

    Dinner With A View: Canvas Restaurant & Market, Eddie V's Prime Seafood, Eleven at Reunion Resort, Lakeside Bar + Grill, Ravello, SeaWorld Orlando Sharks Underwater Grill  Girls Night Out: Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant,* KASA Restaurant & Bar, RusTeak at College Park, The Stubborn Mule,* Vines Grille & Wine Bar  Notable Chefs: Chez Vincent (Vincent Gagliano), Luma on Park (Brandon McGlamery), The Rusty Spoon (Kathleen Blake), The Ravenous Pig (James and Julie Petrakis), Todd English's bluezoo (Todd English), Soco (Greg Richie)  Staycation: A Land Remembered at Rosen Shingle Creek, American Kitchen Bar & Grill at B Resort & Spa, David's Club at Omni Orlando Resort, Forte at Reunion Resort    

    Exotic: Cuba Libre Restaurant & Rum Bar, Dragonfly - Robata Grill & Sushi, Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steakhouse, kabooki sushi, Mango's Tropical Cafe*, Morimoto Asia, Tapa Toro   Click to Post

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Disney to participate in the 2017 Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining Month!

It appears that several Disney owned restaurants at Walt Disney World will partipate int this years Visit Orlando's Magical Dining Month! If you arent aware of it, the Magical Dining Month consists of approximately 100 Orlando area restaurants that offer pre estabolished menu of 3 course meals for 35$ each. One dollar from every meal that is sold off that menu will go directly to the Freedom Ride and BASE Camp Children’s Cancer Foundation. When you go to eat at any of the participating restaurants, just ask the hostess for the special menu before ordering. Here is the description from Visit Orlando.. Get  out your calendars, food lovers, because Visit Orlando's  Magical Dining Month, sponsored by  American Express, returns Aug. 25 to Oct.  1 with more than 100 participating restaurants. During this limited time,you can score a three-course, prix fixe dinner menu for just $35 per person at  a fabulous fine-dining venue. Local  foodies and visiting gourmands alike can try an Orlando classic or go for  oneof the hottest new venues joining Orlando's growing culinary scene. And for the  first time ever, you'll be able to select from six participating Walt Disney  World Resort restaurants. Menus are up and reservations are open now, so start planning today for the best month of dining  ever! We've  matched up some of the most popular themes and occasions to dine with  suggestions from this year's participating restaurants: Here is the menus from the participating Walt Disney World restaurants...

Boatwrights Dining Hall at Port Orleans Riverside

Choice of Appetizers Amelia’s Salad fresh greens, seasonal ingredients, and house vinaigrette Mardi Gras Fritters house-made pimiento cheese fritters with pepper jelly Crawfish Bisque traditional-style bisque with crawfish tails, a touch of sherry, finished with crème fraîche Choice of Entrèes Jackson Square Etouffee crawfish simmered in rich seafood sauce over rice Chicken and Dumplings pan-seared chicken breast, hand-rolled potato dumplings, mixed vegetables, and cream sauce General Fulton’s Prime Rib slow-roasted prime rib with our specialty crafted chicory-coffee blend, mashed potatoes, seasonal vegetables, and horseradish cream Choice of Desserts Crème Brûlée Seasonal Sorbet Bourbon Street Pecan Pie

Grand Floridian Cafe

Choice of Appetizers Seasonal Citrus and Cucumber Salad organic baby lettuce, orange, cucumber, pomegranate, sunflower seeds, and coriander vinaigrette Caramelized Onion Soup Gratinee traditional French onion soup Old South Chicken Wings crispy-fried and spun with Key lime-datil pepper sauce Choice of Entrèes Grilled Pork Chop 10-oz pork chop, boursin cheese-potato croquette, and roasted baby carrots with peppercorn cream sauce and onion jam Miso-Glazed Salmon lemon sticky rice, French beans, wasabi peas, and ginger-soy vinaigrette Pan-Roasted Chicken Breast buttery mashed potatoes, green beans and mushroom chicken jus Choice of Desserts Small Desserts (Select Two) Mocha Pot de Crème coffee-flavored custard and whipped cream Wild Strawberry Cheesecake Fresh Berry Tart layer of almond cake topped with seasonal berries and apricot glaze Chocolate Timbale chocolate gateaux with bittersweet chocolate mousse

Il Mulino at the Walt Disney World Swan Resort

Choice of Appetizers Arancini Italian rice balls over spicy marinara sauce Insalata Caesar the classic Il Mulino Caesar salad Insalata Trattoria organic greens, seasonal vegetables, truffle vinaigrette Choice of Entrèes Salmone broiled salmon, light garlic, olive oil, wild mushrooms, broccoli rabe Pollo Piccata European cut chicken breast, lemon, white wine Penne Rigate penne,Il Mulino original marinara, ricotta cheese Tortellini Alla Panna meat tortellini, crisp peas, cream sauce Choice of Desserts Torta Al Cioccolato flour-less chocolate cake, whipped cream, zabaglione Cheesecake Al Italiana Italian style cheesecake, whipped cream, zabaglione Tiramisu layered espresso and coffee liqueur, infused lady fingers, mascarpone cream

Jiko at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge

Choice of Appetizers Jiko Salads Epcot land pavilion greens, stone fruit, pistachio halva, grilled halloumi cheese, apricot ginger dressing Inguday Tibs in Brik mushroom, spinach, cheese in crispy Tunisian filo, apples, curry vinaigrette Choice of Entrèes Bo Kaap Malay Seafood Curry calamari, red shrimp, mussels, coconut curry sauce, saffron rice Botswana-style Seswaa Beef Short Rib cassava-potato purée, sambal, baby carrots, and mushrooms West African Koki Corn mushrooms, poblano-tomatillo purée, roasted red pepper sauce Choice of Desserts Malva Pudding melktart ice cream, kataifi, kanu tuile, Cabernet gelée Safari Sunset carrot cake, cornbread calamansi, and lemon cremeux, Kenyan coffee streusel, citrus gel, valrhona dulcey mousse, candied carrots

Morimoto Asia at Disney Springs

Choice of Appetizers Black Cod Nanbanzuke lightly tempura fried black cod marinated with vegetables Shrimp Yum Woon Sen poached Key West shrimp, bean thread noodle salad, soy-lime dressing Beef Bulgogi Tacos thin sliced beef short ribs, house kim-chi, spicy gochujang sauce Crunchy Spicy Tuna Roll (add $5) hand chopped big eye tuna, scallion, spicy mayo, sesame, tempura flakes Choice of Entrèes Red Miso Glazed Faroe Island Salmon wok sautéed baby bok choy, Shaoxing gastrique Morimoto Asia Ebi Chili (Shrimp with Chili Sauce) stir fried shrimp, vegetable fried rice, slow cooked farm egg A-5 Wagyu Beef Burger Steak Szechuan chili sauce, tofu, asparagus Half Rack Morimoto Spare Ribs (6pc) (add $9) pork ribs, cilantro, hoisin sweet chili glaze

Choice of Desserts

Green Tea Panna Cotta Mango Coconut Soup with fresh local berries Asian Pear Chocolate Mousse

Olivias Cafe at Disney's Old Key West Resort

Choice of Appetizers Crab Cake pan-fried and served with avocado purée, house-made roasted pepper rémoulade sauce, and chayote salad Conch Fritters with Key lime-mustard and rémoulade Tomato-Mozzarella Salad cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and fresh oranges with mixed greens, ciabatta crostini, and balsamic glaze Choice of Entrèes Seven Mile Sea Scallops pan-seared scallops over polenta foam topped with an edamame succotash and tomato vinaigrette Plantation Key Pork Chop brined bone-in pork chop glazed with an apple-white balsamic gastrique served with roasted sweet potatoes, apples, onions, Brussels sprouts, and tossed in a bacon vinaigrette Southernmost Buttermilk Chicken mashed potatoes, southern gravy, and seasonal vegetable Choice of Desserts Key Lime Tart baked daily and served with mango and raspberry sauce Banana Bread Pudding Sundae house-made daily and served warm with bananas foster sauce and vanilla bean ice cream

Paddlefish at Disney Springs

Choice of Appetizers Fried Green Tomatoes elote, pickled watermelon, queso fresco, remoulade Green Salad romaine hearts, cucumber, grape tomato, red onion, yuzu New England Clam Chowder bacon, potatoes, cream Conch Chowder Bahamian conch, spiced tomato broth Wheat Berry Salad farmer’s market vegetables, arugula, lemon vinaigrette Choice of Entrèes Fish & Chips beer battered flounder, sweet potato fries, tartar sauce Shrimp & Grits cheddar grits, spicy black pepper butter sauce Half Chicken Carolina mop sauce, edamame bacon succotash, pickled watermelon Pork Chop & Applesauce house-made applesauce, green beans Catch of the Day select one of our chef’s preparations Bearnaise - béarnaise sauce, whipped potato Beurre Blanc - white wine-caper butter sauce, whipped potato Floribbean - Jerk spices, papaya-mango salsa, red skin potato Choice of Desserts Carrot Cake cream cheese mousse Key Lime Pie graham cracker, meringue Strawberry Shortcake farmer’s market berries, whipped cream

STK Orlando at Disney Springs

Choice of Appetizers Little Gem Lettuce Caesar Salad Key West Pink Shrimp Ceviche with sweet potato, choclo and aji amarillo Shaved Brussels with dried cranberries, pickled onions and red wine dressing Choice of Entrèes Petite Filet Mignon with olive oil crushed potatoes and smoked tomato sauce Sea Scallops with carrot butterscotch, pistachio gremolata and brown butter Pappardelle Pasta with Duck Confit wild mushrooms and Marsala wine Choice of Desserts Warm Chocolate Chip Cookie with caramel sauce and vanilla ice cream Salted Caramel Budino with vanilla chantilly and white chocolate crunch Orange Dream Cheesecake with brûléed oranges and whipped cream

The Turf Club at Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort

Choice of Appetizers The Turf Club Grilled Romaine Salad lightly grilled hearts of romaine, roasted tomatoes, balsamic vinegar glaze, Caesar dressing, and croutons Classical French Onion Soup beef broth, julienne onions, Melted Swiss, and Gruyère cheeses with croutons Choice of Entrèes Pan Seared Corvina lemon risotto and garlic-basil cream reduction topped with a fresh tomato relish Grilled New York Strip Steak hand-cut rosemary Parmesan fries and béarnaise sauce Rigatoni Fiesolana with Shrimp rigatoni pasta, shrimp, creamy tomato sauce with sausage, Portobello mushrooms, Parmesan, and fresh basil Choice of Desserts Chocolate-Espresso Torte with raspberry sauce and vanilla-port wine ice cream Madagascar Vanilla Bean Crème Brulee fresh fruit and butter breton crisp

The Wave at Disney's Contemporary Resort

Choice of Appetizers Harvest Salad seasonal accoutrements with local greens in a house-made vinaigrette Seasonal Soup with chef’s accompaniment Prince Edward Island Mussels Chardonnay broth, fine herbs, garlic butter, grilled focaccia Choice of Entrèes Cioppino sustainable fish, scallop, shrimp, mussels, spiced tomato-clam broth Roasted Joyce Farms Chicken Breast with “Mexican street corn” and salsa verde Dashi Noodle Bowl sweet chili bean curd, stir-fried vegetables, udon noodles, dashi broth Choice of Desserts Peanut Butter Chocolate Cake Seasonal Sorbets

Todd English's blue zoo at the Walt Disney World Dolphin Resort

Choice of Appetizers Caesar Salad baby romaine, buttered croutons, shaved Reggiano, lemon garlic foam bluezoo’s New England Style Clam Chowder light and brothy with salt cured bacon, house-made oyster crackers Choice of Entrèes Simply Fish marble potatoes, piquillo relish, hearts of palm puree, pea tendrils Steak Frites hanger steak, truffle puree, salsa verde, shake and bake fries Chicken Francese black rice, charred corn, corn silk, caper emulsion, frisee mache Choice of Desserts Warm Chocolate Banana Molten Cake chocolate cream pudding, chocolate sauce, caramelized banana, banana ice cream Seasonal Sorbet a trio of refreshing sorbets inspired by the season   And Finally if you are interested in ALL the participating restaurants, here is the full list from all of Orlando...   What's  Hot: Bulla Gastrobar,* Chroma Modern Bar + Kitchen,* DoveCote  Brasserie,* Earls kitchen + bar,* Luke's Kitchen,* Reel Fish Coastal Kitchen +  Bar*    

      Big  Night Out: Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steak House,  Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar (Orlando and Winter Park), Morton's  The Steakhouse, Ocean Prime, Prato*, Ruth's Chris Steakhouse, Slate,  STK, The  Capital Grille (International Drive, Mall at Millenia)       Romantic:Boheme  Restaurant (Grand Bohemian Hotel), Chez Vincent, Christini's Ristorante  Italiano, Le Coq au Vin Restaurant, Luma on Park, The Melting Pot   Walt  Disney World Resort:  Jiko at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge,* The Wave at Disney's Contemporary  Resort,* Boatwright's Dining Hall at Disney's Port Orleans Resort,* The Turf  Club at Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort,* The Grand Floridian Café at Disney's  Grand Floridian Resort,* Olivia's Café at Disney's Old Key West Resort*

Family Friendly: Amatista Cookhouse at Loews Sapphire Falls Resort at Universal Orlando, Benihana, Brio (Winter Park Village and Mall at Millenia),* Copper Canyon Grill, Kobe Ichiban Japanese Steakhouse, Mitchell's Fish Market, Paddlefish,* Seasons 52, Shogun Japanese Steak House,* The Kitchen at Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando    

    Dinner With A View: Canvas Restaurant & Market, Eddie V's Prime Seafood, Eleven at Reunion Resort, Lakeside Bar + Grill, Ravello, SeaWorld Orlando Sharks Underwater Grill  Girls Night Out: Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant,* KASA Restaurant & Bar, RusTeak at College Park, The Stubborn Mule,* Vines Grille & Wine Bar  Notable Chefs: Chez Vincent (Vincent Gagliano), Luma on Park (Brandon McGlamery), The Rusty Spoon (Kathleen Blake), The Ravenous Pig (James and Julie Petrakis), Todd English's bluezoo (Todd English), Soco (Greg Richie)  Staycation: A Land Remembered at Rosen Shingle Creek, American Kitchen Bar & Grill at B Resort & Spa, David's Club at Omni Orlando Resort, Forte at Reunion Resort    

    Exotic: Cuba Libre Restaurant & Rum Bar, Dragonfly - Robata Grill & Sushi, Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steakhouse, kabooki sushi, Mango's Tropical Cafe*, Morimoto Asia, Tapa Toro   Click to Post