Downtown Disney Cupcake Showdown: Candy Cauldron vs. BabyCakes NYC

On my latest trip to Walt Disney World, I decided to put two very different types of cupcakes to the taste test while at Downtown Disney (DTD). Call it a cupcake challenge. Or even the Downtown Disney Cupcake Showdown, if you will. I ate, side by side, one Candy Cauldron seasonal

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Huge Success at the 3rd Annual Latin Food and Wine Festival

As Hispanic Heritage Month came to an end this week, thousands gathered for the 3rd Annual Latin Food and Wine Festival, hosted by Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Metro Orlando (HCCMO). Disney proudly served as the presenting sponsor for the event and supports the HCCMO as a 2011 Trustee. The

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Disney Food Confession – Vegetable Potato Strudel

Where to find it: Coral Reef Restaurant in Epcot What is it? A phyllo pastry with mashed potatoes, zucchini, mushrooms, squash, carrots, and red peppers. It is accompanied by a tomato compote with basil oil. Why you want it: This is a new addition to the menu at Coral Reef

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With the Help of Ocean Spray, Gary Walks Guests Through the Cranberry Bog at Epcot

A new feature of the Epcot International Food and Wine Festival is letting guests get “bogged” down during a visit to the park. (And that’s a good thing!). Our friends at Ocean Spray have brought a cranberry bog display to the event as part of their ongoing commitment to educate

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Disney Food Confession: Cannolo Al Cioccolato

Where To Find It:  At the Italy Kiosk during the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival What is it? The Cannolo Al Cioccolato is a really great tasting chocolate covered cannoli with sweet ricotta cheese, chocolate, and candied fruit.  Truth be told, I didn’t taste the candied fruit very much,

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Disney Advanced Dining Reservations Now Requiring Credit Card Hold

Making Advanced Dining Reservations at Walt Disney World seems to be an endless process. You do research on the restaurants, check the menus, check your schedule, make a draft, re-draft (countless times!) and then wait with baited breath for your 180 day mark. It’s not unusual for your choice restaurants

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Top 5 WDW Restaurants for Teens

Dining is just as much of a magical experience at Walt Disney World as the rides, shows, and parades!  Disney offers a vast variety of restaurants and dining spots for every taste and age, including teens! If you are planning on visiting Walt Disney World with your teens, check out my Top

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Disney Food Confession: Coq au Vin

Where To Find It:  At the France Kiosk during the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival What is it? Coq au Vin sur gratin de macaroni is a terrific dish of red-wine braised chicken, mushrooms, pearl onions, and macaroni gratin with rich flavors and an incredible taste. Why You Want

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Epcot Food & Wine Festival Food Review – Ireland

This picture and review comes to us from Chip and Co fan Nick who was able to dine around the World Showcase and take in the sights, sounds, smells, and tastes of the 16th Annual Food & Wine Festival. Thanks Nick! Here is his review of the Ireland Booth: The

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Disney Food Confession: Creme Brulee

Where To Find It:  At the France Kiosk during the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival What is it? Creme Brulee au Chocolate au Lait is a nice desert.  In English the title translates to “Chocolate Milk Creme Brulee topped with Caramelized Sugar” Why You Want It: My niece and

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