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Dates released for Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween PartyEPCOT International Food & Wine Festival Dates: Aug. 29th - Nov. 23rdThe menus for Disney's Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point sound delicious!
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Today we celebrate Victoria & Albert's receiving their first Michelin Star and the installation of Smellephants on Parade, presented by Scentsy in Storybook Circus.
Will you be signing up as a "Whiff-sistant"?
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On today’s menu, we are finishing up our series about dining at WDW Resorts to give you a breakdown of all the dining and lounge options available. We started this with value resorts on show 203, the moderates on 206, and the Deluxe on 212, 216, 220, 237, and 243. Our last Deluxe Resort is Disney’s Yacht Club.
What is your favorite place to dine at the Yacht Club?
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Consider dining during off-peak hours to improve your chances of securing reservations.Attempt to book online at 5:45 am EST and if necessary, call the reservation line when it opens at 7:00 am EST. Some Disney Springs restaurants may have availability withheld. If unable to secure a reservation through Disney, try using OpenTable or contacting the restaurants directly.If unable to secure one reservation for your entire group, consider splitting into two smaller reservations. When checking in, request to be seated near each other.For reservations requiring prepayment, such as Cinderella’s Royal Table or Hoop Dee Doo, remember to prepay for everyone unless you're on the Dining Plan.Book reservations based on popularity, not the chronological order of your trip.Ensure all members of your party are present to be seated.
Traveling in large groups to Walt Disney World poses unique challenges, particularly when it comes to securing dining reservations. Today we discuss some strategies to enhance your chances of getting the dining experiences you desire for your group and list the WDW restaurants that can accommodate large parties.
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Character Breakfast returning to Disney's Vero Beach ResortCelebrate Earth Month in Disney's Animal Kingdom Parks & ResortSeason of the 4th begins on April 5th in Disneyland Park
On today's show, we gather up some Disney Food Bites:
Eagerly awaiting sponsorships for our Disneyland Trip! May the force be with us...
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We all know that Disney does theming extremely well. It is often so good; that we get completely lost trying to absorb all of it. That goes for the restaurants too…sometimes we miss out on the meal trying to discover all of the hidden easter eggs and décor references.
Today we will talk about some eateries that do that and more! These are some of the most immersive dining experiences on the property. From the décor to the food and even the servers, these places transport you to a time gone by or help you jump into the pages of a storybook.
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Greetings Happy Platers!
On today’s menu, we are continuing our series about dining at WDW Resorts to give you a breakdown of all the dining and lounge options available. We started this with value resorts on show 203, the moderates on 206 and started the Deluxe on 212, 216, 220, and 237. Today we continue with the next 2 deluxe resorts going alphabetically: Disney’s Saratoga Springs and Wilderness Lodge.
Which restaurant is your favorite from these resorts?
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Revision to the dining reservation system on desktop and app1900 Park Fare Menu released“Sip, Savor & Stroll” Event - Patina Restaurant Group March 21st Disney Springs
Today's show is a serving of Disney Food News:Click here for tickets to the Sip, Savor & Stroll
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Greetings Happy Platers!
On today's show, join us for a live recording of all the food we tried at the International Flower and Garden Festival. Filled with all the background sounds and music, it is just like you were there with us. Special thanks to Happy Plater, Brandi K. who joined us at the table and trash cans!
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We have a special guest at the table today, Jon Self, a member and frequent contributor to the Happy Platers community. Jon, a freelance writer specializing in theme park foods in the Orlando area, has made significant contributions to more than 16 different sites and blogs. We're thrilled to welcome Jon today as he shares his insights and tips on Disney Dining. Additionally, he'll be unveiling an exciting new project that we're confident will captivate the Happy Platers.Welcome to the table Jon!
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What's Blooming Happy Plater?!
The Flower and Garden Festival, now a classic springtime tradition, had humble beginnings in 1994 as a simple seasonal display garden featuring a few Disney characters. Before the introduction of fancy food stalls and entertainment, the event primarily showcased small floral arrangements and meticulously crafted topiaries, attracting visitors from far and wide who marveled at the beauty of the gardens.From February 28 to May 27, 2024, EPCOT will undergo a captivating transformation into a flower-filled adventure, offering guests a delightful blend of delectable bites, meticulously crafted topiaries, must-see entertainment, and exclusive merchandise.
Check out the Outdoor Kitchen Menus Here!
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The Evil Queen and Gaston - "The Sinister Feast for Royalty and Brawn" Yzma and Dr. Facilier - "The Mystic Schemers"
In the enchanted realm of Disney, where villainous hearts intertwine, a sinister symphony of love songs unfolds. Eerie melodies like "Be Prepared," The Queen’s Dungeon," and "Friends from the Other Side" weave tales of dark passion, capturing the essence of Disney's most notorious couples. As Valentine's Day draws near, we invite you to join us in a fiendishly delightful feast fit for the most wicked of Disney couples.
This year featuring the unhappy couples:*New Feature* - "Where Would You Eat?"
We take a look at the popular places to eat at our listener locations...first up Atlanta!
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Aloha & Bienvenue Happy Platters!
On today’s menu, we are continuing our series about dining at WDW Resorts to give you a breakdown of all the dining and lounge options available. We started this with value resorts on show 203, the moderates on 206, and started the Deluxe on 212, 216, and 220. Today we continue with the next 2 deluxe resorts going alphabetically: Disney’s Polynesian Village and Riviera Resorts.
Do you have a favorite dining location at these resorts?
A special "thank you" to Wendi for all of the wonderful and amazing memories we have created in these 186 episodes! You will always have a seat at the table.
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Celebrate Soulfully FoodMore Dining Plan NewsReview of Festival of the Arts - quick bites
On today's show, we have a potluck of topics:
Are you excited about the beignets at Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom?
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This year, on Jan. 9th, the Disney Dining Plan came back online. It was first introduced in 2005 and has developed in complexity and variations over time. The Disney Dining Plan allows guests to eat at park restaurants without needing to have cash on their persons. The plan does now include alcoholic beverages but not gratuities. The plan has been criticized for various reasons, including that servers need to be more knowledgeable about which food items are considered meals and which are considered snacks. Currently, Disney only offers 2 dining plans: QS and Standard. Previously there was a Deluxe dining that entitled you to 3 TS meals per day!We are going to break down the value of adding the dining plan to your WDW package vs. paying out of pocket. Also, we look into the current Disney+ “Free” Dining package vs. the stay longer promo.
Here is the breakdown of the dining plan entitlements:Quick Service -
2 Quick-Service Meals (per night of stay)*1 Snack/Nonalcoholic Drink (per night of stay)*1 Resort-Refillable Drink Mug**Standard Dining -
1 Quick-Service Meal (per night of stay)*1 Table-Service Meal (per night of stay)*1 Snack/Nonalcoholic Drink (per night of stay)*1 Resort-Refillable Drink Mug**Have you ever used the Disney Dining plan and do you plan on using it in the future?
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Bon Appetit Happy Platers!
The Epcot International Festival of the Arts, inaugurated in 2017, is a festival showcasing visual, culinary, and performing arts. The first annual event took place on weekends. This year the Festival starts on Jan. 12 and runs through Feb. 19, EPCOT will embrace the arts in all forms, from music to cuisines, and fill the park with plenty of dazzling experiences to enjoy.With 18 Food Studios filled with expertly crafted bites and delights, your taste buds are about to be brought to life with the culinary arts! As you eat your way around the World Showcase, be sure to pick up a Festival Passport to take part in the Wonderful Walk of Colorful Cuisine, a returning food stroll featuring culinary delights. With each bite, collect stamps by purchasing five of these decadent dishes to receive a complimentary Artist Palette Cookie. special prize from Deco Delights to enjoy.
Check out the Foodie Guide Here!
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Today WDW launched 2 new promos and one of them is delicious. Disney+ Subscribers: Enjoy a FREE dining plan when you purchase a non-discounted 4-night, 4-day Walt Disney Travel Company package that includes a room at a select Disney Resort hotel and a theme park ticket with a Park Hopper option—for arrivals most nights from July 1 to September 30, 2024.And the other is Save up to 35% on rooms at select Disney Resort hotels when you stay 5 consecutive nights or longer—or save up to 30% on shorter stays. This offer is valid for stays most nights from July 8 to October 3, 2024.
On an upcoming show, we are going to dive deep into these offers to see which if either is the best value for your Disney dollar.
Now how about some Disney Food trivia?
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Happy New Year Happy Platers!
We can’t believe that this is our first show of 2024 and once again like everyone else we are talking about “Resolutions”. Not just any old resolutions but some of the best, Disney Dining Resolutions!
What are your top 5 Disney Dining Resolutions?
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Happy Holidays Happy Platers!
On today’s show we have some menu reviews for 2 new restaurants in Disney Springs and dining options for EPCOT’s new fireworks show Luminous – The Symphony of Us.
First up – there has been lots of buzz about the two new eateries that have opened up in Disney Springs – eet by Maneet Chauhan and Summer House on the Lake. Let’s take a look at the menu for each and see what we would order up.
Summer House on the Lake - brings sunshine to the table year-round—with a menu that showcases garden-fresh foods and seasonal Florida ingredients. Satisfy your appetite with flavorful salads, sandwiches, pizzas and more at lunch and dinner. And on Saturdays and Sundays, delight in a special brunch menu. Enjoy a sweet finale to your meal—or start with dessert first! Treat your senses to freshly baked cookies, brownies and other goodies from the in-house bakery. Stop by The Cookie Bar, a dessert-focused market within this space serving up freshly baked cookies and house-made pastries, wine, beer, handcrafted cocktails, nonalcoholic beverages and more.
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Happy Holiday Happy Platers!
It's beginning to sound a lot like Christmas! Back by popular demand the amazing and incredible “12 Days of Disney Food” sung to the popular Christmas Tune “The 12 Days of Christmas” with a visit from the ghost of Christmas past, Ryan Hedstrom!1 – A Dole whip eaten in the shade of Swiss Family Robinson Tree
2 - Adventureland spring rolls
3 - Morimoto Spare Ribs
4 - People who "should" share a Gaston Cinnamon Roll
5 - Anything shaped like a Mickey Head
6 - Mickey Shaped Beignets
7 - Popcorn Refills
8 – Crispy Churros served with the warm chocolate at Three Bridges Bar and Grill
9 - Dipping sauces Sanaa bread service
10 – Corn Dog Nuggets from Casey’s
11- Drinks around World Showcase
12 – Trips Ryan can make to the buffet at Biergarten
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