Category Archives: Dining

Have Magic Kingdom All To Yourselves!

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Shhhh! I’m going to let you in on a little secret…. You can have Magic Kingdom all to yourselves, for a little while anyway, if you’re willing to get up a little earlier than most. And unless you are proficient in Photoshop (which I am not) this is the perfect way to get pictures of you and your family in front of Cinderella’s castle or walking down Main Street with little or no other people. Step 1: Make an early breakfast reservation at one of the 3 sit-down breakfast dining options. If the park opens at 9am make an 8am breakfast reservation. Step Continue reading Have Magic Kingdom All To Yourselves!→

Disney’s Signature Breakfast Staple: Tonga Toast

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One of our family’s favorite last day traditions is to hop over to the Polynesian resort for a send-off breakfast of Tonga Toast. If we have plenty of time, we have it at Kona Café, a sit-down restaurant. If we’re in a hurry, we scoot down to Captain Cook’s, the Polynesian’s quick-service dining. And if we’re not at our favorite place in the world, longing for Tonga Toast’s sugary goodness, we make it at home! Tonga Toast Recipe Cinnamon Sugar: 3/4 cup granulated sugar 2 teaspoons cinnamon   Batter: 4 large eggs 1 1/3 cup whole milk 1 teaspoon vanilla 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon Continue reading Disney’s Signature Breakfast Staple: Tonga Toast→

The True Test For Your Sweet Tooth – Disney’s Kitchen Sink!

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Everyone has their favorite Disney treat. The Mickey Bar. Dole Whip. School Bread. And for our family, it’s the Kitchen Sink.   You can find the infamous Kitchen Sink at Beaches and Cream, Beach and Yacht Club resort. And you don’t have be a resort guest to enjoy this delectable treat. Just beyond EPCOT’s United Kingdom pavilion, between France and the UK, you will find the International Gateway entrance to EPCOT. This entrance is typically used by Boardwalk, Swan and Dolphin and Beach and Yacht Club resort guests. But anyone who wants to explore the restaurants and entertainment of the Boardwalk or Continue reading The True Test For Your Sweet Tooth – Disney’s Kitchen Sink!→

Best Quick Service Dining At Walt Disney World

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Some like counter service restaurants because they’re quick and they want to get back into the action. Some like counter service restaurants because they’re cheaper and you can feed your family on a “budget.” Whatever your reason, some counter service restaurants are better than others. Here are the top picks for each of the parks: Magic Kingdom – Want a hot dog? Casey’s Corner is king. But for a little healthier fare, try Columbia Harbor House. They have clam chowder, wonderful salads and a great tuna sandwich. Cosmic Ray’s is also a favorite among large groups. There is something for Continue reading Best Quick Service Dining At Walt Disney World→

Best Breakfast Dining In The (Disney) World!

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Where to find Mickey Waffles at Walt Disney World

  Or sure, you could scarf down a carton of yogurt or a bagel in your room before you head out to the parks. But you’re on vacation! And Disney World has some of the best breakfast options in the theme park world. Best Character Breakfast Some of the best breakfasts on Disney World property can be found in the Disney resorts. Even if you’re not staying at a resort there’s nothing stopping you from eating there! Make your reservation and have breakfast with your favorite pals. (While Mickey will be at Chef Mickey’s and Donald hosts his breakfast at Continue reading Best Breakfast Dining In The (Disney) World!→

How To Waste Disney Dining Plan Snack Credits

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How To Waste Disney Dining Plan Snack credits

We  have used the Disney Dining Plan more times than we can count. My husband loves the idea of an all-inclusive vacation. Through the years, we’ve discovered that we haven’t used our snack credits to their full potential. Read on to avoid the same mistakes we’ve made. Mouseterplanner Mistakes To Avoid! Have Leftover Credits At The End Of Your Vacation – Each time you receive a receipt, the amount of meal and snack credits are listed at the bottom. Pay attention to this. Sounds obvious, right? But with the amount of food you’ll eat at a meal, sometimes you just Continue reading How To Waste Disney Dining Plan Snack Credits→

The Best Sit-Down Dining At Walt Disney World

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Best Sit Down Dining in Disney World

Everyone has their favorite. No family likes the exact same thing. Which can make eating out difficult anywhere. Knowing this, Disney World does a pretty good job of appealing to all ages and tastes. Which restaurants truly hit the mark? Read on! Magic Kingdom It used to be that Magic Kingdom had slim pickings when it came to sit-down dining. Not anymore. The Best: A tie between the wholesome, like-mom-would-make American goodness of Liberty Tree Tavern and French inspired cuisine of Be Our Guest. The service at Liberty Tree Tavern is amazing. If you choose Be Our Guest, make sure Continue reading The Best Sit-Down Dining At Walt Disney World→

Mickey Waffles! When You Just Gotta Have One

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Where to find Mickey Waffles at Walt Disney World

No trip to Walt Disney World is complete without a Mickey Waffle for breakfast. When you just gotta have one, nothing else will do. Menus change. Not all Disney World eateries will categorically say they always have Mickey Waffles. But our family has pretty extensive training in waffle eating skills at the World. Here’s where we’ve spotted them. Print out the list below for your next trip. That way, you’ll never be too far from this iconic breakfast treat! Resorts: Value resort food courts Moderate resort food courts ‘Ohana at the Polynesian Chef Mickey’s at the Contemporary Cape May at Continue reading Mickey Waffles! When You Just Gotta Have One→

The Ultimate Guide To Advanced Dining Reservations At Walt Disney World

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If you want to have a sit-down meal at Walt Disney World it’s imperative to have Advanced Dining Reservations (ADRs). This means advanced planning on your part. For the most popular venues, this can mean making reservations 180+ days in advance. Do you really have to make reservations 180+ days in advance? No. It is possible to wing it. But if you have a specific place in mind, you must. Walt Disney World is crowded at just about any time of the year. Restaurants fill up. If you want some down-time and a chance to have a relaxing meal, follow Continue reading The Ultimate Guide To Advanced Dining Reservations At Walt Disney World→

How To Waste Your Snack Credits On The Disney Dining Plan

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We  have used the Disney Dining Plan more times than we can count. My husband loves the idea of an all-inclusive vacation. Through the years, we’ve discovered that we haven’t used our snack credits to their full potential. Read on to avoid the same mistakes we’ve made. Mouseterplanner Mistakes To Avoid! Have Leftover Credits At The End Of Your Vacation – Each time you receive a receipt, the amount of meal and snack credits are listed at the bottom. Pay attention to this. Sounds obvious, right? But with the amount of food you’ll eat at a meal, sometimes you just Continue reading How To Waste Your Snack Credits On The Disney Dining Plan→