Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto has reopened at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. Along with the regular menu items, the signature watering hole also offers a secret menu. The Heart of Polynesia is the latest secret drink. Heart of Polynesia — $15 Coruba, Bacardi, Blue Curaçao, cream of banana, orange, and pineapple The Heart of Polynesia reminds … Read more
El Mercado de Coronado at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort has new touchless beverage machines. The touchless feature is available on multiple machines. Each beverage dispenser has a graphic with the word “touchless” showing how it works. You hold your finger between the two sensors without touching anything. Once your finger is detected, the drink of … Read more
Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto has finally reopened at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. Like the Jungle Cruise, Trader Sam’s has seen a few small cultural sensitivity changes. Shrunken zombie heads were removed from the decor. A photo remains of the Disneyland and Walt Disney World versions of Trader Sam, although the Sams have been removed from … Read more
As we reported earlier, Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort has a new “Moana” Dole Whip treat to celebrate the resort’s reopening and Dole Whip Day on July 21. The Tamatoa-inspired cone is only available at Pineapple Lanai through Dole Whip Day. Tamatoa-Inspired Cone – $5.99 Dole Whip raspberry swirled with Dole Whip orange in a white … Read more
Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort has finally reopened for all guests. To celebrate both the reopening and Dole Whip Day on July 21, a new “Moana” treat is now available for a limited time. This “Tamatoa-inspired” dipped cone is for sale at Pineapple Lanai. It is Dole Whip raspberry swirled with Dole Whip orange in a … Read more
We’re reporting today from the newly reopened Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, and we have great news to share! Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto will be opening to guests later today from 3 p.m. until midnight. A large banner featuring Uh-Oa declares, “Aloha, ahoy, aha! Welcome to Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto!” Both indoor and outdoor (Tiki Terrace) … Read more
The Frontierland churro cart has reopened in Magic Kingdom, so guests can once again grab a churro (or a soft pretzel) to-go. This cart is next to Westward Ho, across from Country Bear Jamboree. This churro cart serves Mickey pretzels with cheese sauce, churros with chocolate sauce, and pepper jack pretzels.
Trail’s End Restaurant reopened today at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground. This morning we stopped in for a very average breakfast experience; let’s see how dinner fared. Menu Trail’s End Family-style Dinner is $29.99 per adult and $17.99 per child, plus tax and gratuity. The pricing is the same for the plant-based version. Trail’s … Read more
Trail’s End Restaurant reopened today at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground, and we stopped in to enjoy a hearty breakfast. Trail’s End is inside Pioneer Hall at the Campsites. Interior Menu A Trail’s End Family-style Breakfast is $19.99 per adult and $11.99 per child, plus tax and gratuity. The pricing is the same for … Read more
Joffrey’s, a coffee and pastry staple of Walt Disney World, has replaced their paper straws with biodegradable sugarcane straws. The straws are made from sugarcane fiber and have more flexibility and durability than paper. We were given one of these new straws at Joffrey’s in EPCOT’s World Showcase, so they may not be available at … Read more
We stopped by Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa to check out the new “Mary Poppins” themed at Cítricos and try the new menu designed by Chef Andres Mendoza. Let’s dig in! Interior Plenty of elements from before remain, especially in the entry area. This tile still runs through the restaurant, but new furniture, paint, … Read more
Looking for a sweet option while visiting EPCOT during the 2021 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival? Look no further than The Donut Box, a booth that literally only serves donuts. Our mouths are watering just thinking about it! Menu for The Donut Box at the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival Food:
Good morning from Disney’s Contemporary Resort! The Wave… of American Flavors began its refurbishment today, but the classic breakfast is being served at California Grill, instead. We stopped in for a delicious start to our day at the parks. A sign in front of The Wave… of American Flavors directs guests to California Grill. Interior … Read more
A brand new collection of merchandise has arrived at the Festival Market, part of the 2021 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival, by the Mexico pavilion in EPCOT, celebrating the fan-favorite bar, La Cava del Tequila. “Fiesta, Siesta, Repeat” T-Shirt – $24.99 Party, nap, and repeat in this new t-shirt for adults. Margarita Glass – … Read more
Our favorite French Disney rat, Remy, says “if you are what you eat, I only want to eat the good stuff.” So, let’s check out the French marketplace available during the 2021 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival and see if the dishes live up to Remy’s standards. Menu for the France Marketplace at the … Read more
Belle Vue Lounge at Disney’s BoardWalk Inn was originally scheduled to reopen yesterday, July 11, but will now reopen on July 14. The delay is reportedly due to a ceiling leak. The lounge serves coffee and pastries in the morning and cocktails in the evening. Most of BoardWalk’s other dining and drinking locations are already … Read more
