Tag: Dining

Experience the Exotic Flavors of Africa at Jiko

Posted on by Andrew Rossi
A visit to Animal Kingdom Lodge is a truly immersive experience. This resort, quite possibly better than any other at Disney World, completely transports Guests to an entirely different world. While its open savannah with its array of animals gets much of the attention, Animal Kingdom Lodge has so much more to offer. The resort is truly a celebration of African culture and this is reflected as soon as Guests enter into the awe-inspiring lobby. Of course, no cultural experience would be complete without showcasing the cuisine and Animal Kingdom Lodge delivers with three tremendous full service restaurants. With Sanaa at Kidani Village and Boma and Jiko at Jambo House, visitors to Animal Kingdom Lodge have no shortage of dining options to choose from. Each of these restaurants provides their own unique twist on African cuisine and has something different to offer, but it is Jiko that stands out as the resort's Signature dining option.
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“Simple is Delicious” at the Wolfgang Puck Express

Posted on by Andrew Rossi
While all my past reviews have focused on Disney's table service dining locations, I have realized that I have been overlooking the numerous counter service restaurants located around property. For many Guests travelling to Walt Disney World, these quick service dining locations are their primary dining options, either because they want to dine on a budget or they don't want to spend the time it would take to have a full service meal. One of the great things about Disney World is that it features a tremendous variety of counter service options that go beyond merely hot dogs, hamburgers, and chicken nuggets. In fact, some of the quick service locations across property offer dining experiences that are nearly just as good as a full service restaurant. This review will highlight one such location.
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Sunshine Seasons in Epcot’s The Land

Posted on by Scott Thomas
People inside The Land pavilion in Epcot’s Future World.Nikon D700/28-300VR, 1/60s, f/3.5, ISO 900, EV +0.3, 28mm focal length. People sitting at tables inside The Land pavilion in Epcot’s Future World enjoying a variety of foods from the Sunshine Seasons counter service restaurant. A colorful Disney Pic of the Week about The Land.
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Carthay Circle Restaurant: The Glamour of Hollywood’s Golden Age Meets the History and Heritage of Disney

Posted on by Andrew Rossi
With the new Buena Vista Street, instead of depicting California as it is today, guests are transported to Los Angeles of the 1920s, the time when Walt Disney first arrived. Now much more similar to Main Street USA at Disneyland, Buena Vista Street includes an array of shopping, dining, and entertainment. Guests can hop aboard the Red Car Trolley as it takes them past stores such as Oswald's Gas and Oil, Elias and Company Department Store, Mortimer's Market, and the Fiddler, Fifer and Practical Cafe and Bakery. The crown jewel of Buena Vista Street, however, is a replica of the Carthay Circle Theater; it has become to California Adventure what Sleeping Beauty Castle is at Disneyland or Cinderella Castle at the Magic Kingdom.
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Kona Cafe: More Than Just Tonga Toast

Posted on by Andrew Rossi
When it comes to breakfast at Disney World, the Kona Cafe at the Polynesian Resort is one of my personal favorites. With mouthwatering offering such as their Macadamia-Pineapple Pancakes and Tonga Toast, it is no surprise that Kona Cafe is an incredibly popular dining location and is typically packed each and every morning. For all the hype it receives for breakfast, however, I had heard far less about what the dining experience is like at Kona Cafe for lunch or dinner. Since most visitors to Disney World are typically out and about in the parks during the middle of the day, many of the restaurants at the resorts tend to be overlooked. Therefore, I was very intrigued to see if lunch at Kona Cafe lived up to the outstanding meals I have had there for breakfast.
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Monstrous Memorial Day Weekend

Posted on by Lisa Berton
How was your trip?, my co-workers asked me repeatedly on Tuesday. My responses varied from “Eh” to “Not so good” to “I’ll write up my trip report blog and hand out copies. It’s a long story.” Before I jump into the actual trip, let me back up by telling you what they already know. I … Continue reading "Monstrous Memorial Day Weekend"
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Disney Pic of the Week – Echo Lake

Posted on by Lisa Berton
Disney’s Hollywood Studios offers up a look into movie making and Hollywood in general with shows like Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular and attractions like American Idol Experience. Both of these take place in a portion of the park known as Echo Lake, marked by a man-made body of water that sits near the entrance … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week – Echo Lake"
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