food IS a theme park
“There you see her, sitting there across the way. She don’t got a lot to say, but there’s something about her…”
Little Mermaid Cupcake
That’s right — we’re talking about the new Little Mermaid CUPCAKE at Disney World!
Welcome back to Old Key West!
Old Key West Resort
It’s been a while since we took a stroll around this beautiful resort! We spied plant-based menu changes, Flavors of Fall beverages, and some cute resort merch! Let’s get started!
Whether you’re celebrating Valentine’s Day, Galentine’s Day, or Any-Excuse-To-Have-Some-Chocolate Day, there will be treats galore for you if you’re spending this week in Walt Disney World or Disneyland!
In Magic Kingdom, stop by Main Street Bakery to find the Mickey Cinnamon Roll with a special heart decoration.
Mickey Valentine Cinnamon Roll ©Disney
The Milkshake of the Month at The Plaza Restaurant is a Strawberry and Chocolate Milkshake topped with whipped cream, chocolate drizzle, a strawberry and chocolate shavings. (P.S. It’s BOTTOMLESS!!)
And if your idea of romance is inspired by Pecos Bill and Slue-Foot Sue, then mosey over yonder into Pecos Bill Tall Tale Inn and Cafe and order up some hand-dipped white and dark chocolate strawberries.
If you’ve been keeping up with the DFB, or if you’ve been anywhere near Disney World recently, then you are well aware that Rose Gold is taking over the entire place. Like most things around here, “it was all started by a mouse.” Minnie Mouse, in this case!
Rose Gold Minnie Ears!
Always one to be on top of the trends, her Rose Gold Minnie Ears have been the hottest item that can’t even be found in the merchandise shops anymore due to their immense popularity!
And now, treats galore in the Instagram-worthy hue are likewise springing up all over! Let’s take a ‘round the World tour so you can find your own Rose Gold Cupcake… or Rose Gold Margarita (?!?) in Disney World. Yep, read on…
DFB itself broke the news on the nutella-with-vanilla Rose Gold Ears Cupcake at Sunshine Seasons in Epcot, and you can check out our review here!
You know which Resort Counter Service location has a couple of fun options for breakfast?
Good’s Food to Go at Old Key West Resort!
Now, you may be thinking, “Great! Wait…. where?” And that’s fair enough. Because Good’s Food to Go isn’t exactly what you might call a high profile location. While Olivia’s Cafe — Old Key West’s Table Service restaurant — has earned its great reputation (though it still flies under the radar due to its non-park-centric location), Good’s Food to Go is hardly known at all.
Which makes sense. You’ll soon see that it’s not “destination dining,” per se.
Good’s Food To Go
Even though its surroundings reflect the fun and tropical Keys vibe of the Resort (and it’s tucked right next to what is possibly the cutest little bar in all of Disney World, the Gurgling Suitcase)… [Read more…]
As those who have stayed there will know, Old Key West Resort in Walt Disney World has a special feel all its own. It was the first Disney Vacation Club (DVC) Resort, and, to many guests, it really is a home away from home.
Old Key West Resort
Recently we stopped by to see the results of some recent refurbishments in the dining spots here.
We’ll start with a change at Good’s Foods To Go, the Resort’s Quick Service option.
Good’s Food To Go Sign
While the menu is unchanged (you’ll still find the Conch Chowder!), the beverage refill station now opens up into a hallway that allows guests to enter the area from the side coming from the pool as well as the front.
Good’s Food To Go
Beverage Station at Good’s Food To Go
This helps the area feel less cramped and more easily accessible, and the natural light coming in brightens the overall space.
Good’s Food To Go facing beverage station area
Our next stop is right next door at the Gurgling Suitcase. This little bar is well-loved… and with good reason.
Gurgling Suitcase
Gurgling Suitcase
While the general set-up is the same (the space itself remains in the same area and has retained its intimate size), the decor has gone through some changes. The difference that [Read more…]
What’s new in your favorite Disney World “chomping grounds”? What’s changed? Read on to find out what we’ve checked out recently!
The biggest change over the past week has been the addition of The Smokehouse to Downtown Disney’s West Side. This stop for all-things-barbeque features a lovely outdoor seating area and the chance to enjoy live music.
The Smokehouse
Smoked Beef Brisket Sandwich with House-made Cole Slaw
Live music!
Signs of bigger changes to come can be spotted all over Downtown Disney as the area delves into its transformation to Disney Springs … and when I say “signs,” I mean actual signs.
We’ll be sharing more in a future post, but the artwork all over Downtown Disney give us an idea of what guests can look forward to in the future.
Artwork depicting the future Disney Springs
Artwork depicting the future Disney Springs
Artwork reflecting the West Side Starbucks, opening Spring 2014
A smaller change – yet nearly as significant for fans of “Earl’s” 😉 – is that Earl of Sandwich has added [Read more…]
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