The Wave and Kona Cafe Add Mobile Order Option to My Disney Experience

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As we saw with Sanaa at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge last month, select table-service restaurants around Walt Disney World are introducing a “to go” or mobile order option to My Disney Experience. The next two restaurants to add a mobile order option are The Wave… of American Flavors at Disney’s Contemporary Resort and Kona Cafe … Read more

REVIEW: NEW Halloween Minnie Cupcake with Rocky Road Filling at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort

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New Halloween treats are arriving at Walt Disney World resort hotels and we’re making our way around to review them all. Today, we had the Halloween Minnie cupcake at Capt. Cook’s in Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. This chocolate cupcake has a milk chocolate “rocky road” filling. The dark chocolate cake base was soft and moist. … Read more

REVIEW: NEW ‘Olu Mel Glittery Lime Dole Whip Debuts at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort

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Duffy the Disney Bear’s newest friend ‘Olu Mel is taking over Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort with new merchandise, a cupcake, and a custom Dole Whip soft serve treat. This soft serve is Lime Dole Whip with a white chocolate ‘Olu Mel, crispy pearls, and it is garnished with flowers and glitter. Lime Dole Whip recently … Read more

REVIEW: Adorable New ‘Olu Mel Cupcake Arrives at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort for a Limited Time Only

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Duffy the Disney Bear’s newest friend ‘Olu Mel is taking over Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort with new merchandise and treats. We had to get the new ‘Olu Mel Cupcake, so keep reading for photos and our review. This cupcake has a wonderful presentation. The chocolate seashell and hidden Mickeys were nice touches that made for … Read more

REVIEW: New Dole Whip Firecracker Float with Coconut Rum is Popping with Flavor at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort

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Recently debuted for Labor Day weekend, the new Firecracker Float is popping with flavor at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. This refreshing beverage combines classic DOLE Whip® soft-serve pineapple ice cream with tropical flavors, coconut rum, and popping firecracker candy. The drink has recently appeared at Pineapple Lanai, which you can easily find after a quick … Read more

PHOTOS, REVIEW: Tambu Lounge Reopens with a Brand New Food Menu and Classic, Fan-Favorite Drinks at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort

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Starting today at 4 PM, the beloved Tambu Lounge reopened at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, and we had to swing by to get ourselves a Backscratcher! If you plan on visiting, do note that Tambu Lounge is open from 4 PM to 11 PM. Let’s head into the bar area and see what modifications have … Read more

Tambu Lounge Scheduled to Reopen This Weekend at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort

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Last week, we noticed Tambu Lounge at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort preparing for reopening. At the time, a Cast Member said that they were aiming to reopen on Sunday, August 16th. Now we have further confirmation of this date, thanks to an update on the Walt Disney World website. The Walt Disney World website has … Read more

PHOTOS: Tambu Lounge Prepares for Expected Reopening Next Week at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort

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Guests at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort may soon be able to enjoy an exotic drink at Tambu Lounge. One of our reporters spotted the lounge as it was undergoing preparations to reopen soon. Located near the entrance to ‘Ohana, the lounge typically serves appetizers, beer, wine, and specialty cocktails. The lounge is currently roped off … Read more

PHOTOS: Temperature Screenings Begin at Resort Table-Service Restaurants in Walt Disney World

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As we reported earlier this week, temperature checks are now being implemented at resort table-service restaurants at Walt Disney World. We visited Kona Cafe at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort to see how they are incorporating the temperature checks. A new sign declares the temperature screening requirement. All of Walt Disney World Resort was already requiring … Read more

RECIPE: Make Your Own Plant-Based Loco Moco from Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort’s Kona Cafe – A Step by Step Guide

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Picture it. It’s 8 AM, you walk through the doors of Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, and you smell that beachy sea breeze scent that only their lobby has. You walk up the stairs and check-in for your breakfast reservation at the Kona Cafe to fuel up for a day at the Magic Kingdom. While we … Read more

PHOTOS: New “Moana”-Themed Carpet Sails Into ‘Ohana at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort

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At Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, a new cast of characters can be seen at ‘Ohana… if you look down. New carpeting features characters from Moana alongside Polynesian-inspired design. Here, you can see Maui and the heart of Te Fiti (at least before you can see it at EPCOT.) And there’s Moana herself, sailing off for … Read more

REVIEW: New Cinderella 70th Anniversary Ice Cream Strikes Midnight at Walt Disney World

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If you have been reading Disney news (and menus) this past week, you might have heard a little something about it being the 70th Anniversary of the Disney classic “Cinderella” this month! Walt Disney World is definitely having a ball in providing sweet treats for the celebration. We’ve already seen the Carriage Cake Pop at … Read more

REVIEW: New Cinderella Slipper Cupcake Hides a Blueberry Surprise at Disney’s Polynesian Resort

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Have you seen all the new cupcakes around Walt Disney World for the 70th anniversary of “Cinderella”? Just when we think we’ve seen it all, we find a new sugar-filled treat. Today at Disney’s Polynesian Resort, we spotted a blue and white beauty in the dessert case. Like the other Cinderella cupcakes, this is a good option when … Read more

REVIEW: Mele Kalikimaka to the New Chocolate and Peppermint Christmas Tree Cupcake at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort

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There is no shortage of Christmas goodies around Walt Disney World right now. We spotted another new seasonal offering today and it was too cute to pass by. This Christmas tree cupcake caught our attention from the display case at Kona Island at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, but will this dessert make the naughty list … Read more

REVIEW: New Rocky Road Halloween Cupcake from Capt. Cook’s is a Delicious Seasonal Treat at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort

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A creepy aloha from Capt. Cook’s at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort! Our snack senses were tingling, so we stopped by to check out the bakery case and spotted a new Rocky Road Halloween Cupcake! We’re totally in the mood for a Halloween cupcake, so let’s find out if this one is a trick or a … Read more

REVIEW: New Avocado Toast with Egg is the Perfect Meal Any Time of Day at Capt. Cook’s in Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort

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Aloha from Capt. Cook’s at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort! We stopped into the resort’s quick service location and noticed a new addition to their menu which sparked our interest. The new Avocado Toast with Egg is advertised by small signs near each of the registers, and is served all day, not just breakfast. This already … Read more