Enchanted Rose Now Open At Grand Floridian

Posted on by Mathew Corn Disney Dining, Disney Resorts

According to a cast member via Disney Lists;

“Get ready to step into a tale as old as time when you enter the new Enchanted Rose lounge at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. As of today, this beautiful addition to the resort is now open!

Inspired by the magic and romance of Disney’s popular live-action movie, “Beauty and the Beast,” the lounge features four unique gathering spaces inspired by Belle and the Beast with elegance around every corner. Above the main bar, you’ll take in the sights of a gorgeous chandelier inspired by Belle’s flowing golden ball gown, while the library showcases classical baroque designs and French furnishings.

A garden room takes its inspiration from the enchanted forest surrounding the castle, and an outdoor patio evokes the romance of Beast’s garden terrace.

I recently shared a few details about the menu, which features a variety of delectable, shareable bites like artisanal cheeses, a house-made flatbread, short rib sliders, and even white sturgeon caviar. The lounge’s focal point is its library of wines. Sit back, relax and enjoy charming wines from around the world served by the ounce, glass, or bottle. Champagne, beer, and cider will also be available along with tableside cocktails.

While browsing the menu, you can read about a story of love that inspired the Amour cocktail. There’s also a story of envy to accompany the Envie cocktail. Brian Koziol, Master Sommelier, states “Our tales of tableside cocktails are a contrast of each other. The Amour is an elegant vodka cocktail featuring notes of citrus, pear, and flowers with a slightly sweet taste, while characteristics of the apple brandy Envie showcase apples, herbs, and bitters with a potent taste.”

Starting today, Enchanted Rose is now open! Guests can find it on the second floor of Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa.

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Special Promotion: Free Dining For Kids At WDW

Posted on by Mathew Corn Disney Dining, Disney Parks

We have an exciting Disney promotion to share. Disney has released a new FREE dining plan for kids (ages 3 to 9) with the purchase of a promotion package.

You can get a FREE dining plan for your kids (ages 3 to 9) when you buy a non-discounted 3-night/3-day package for you and your kid(s) that includes a room at a select Disney Value Resort hotel, theme park tickets and a dining plan. Valid for arrivals most nights from January 1 – March 7, 2020 when you book through January 1, 2020.

All 3 dining plans—Disney Quick-Service Dining Plan, Disney Dining Plan and Disney Deluxe Dining Plan—are eligible with this offer, but everyone on your reservation must be on the same package. For instance, if you purchase a package with the Disney Quick-Service Dining Plan, then your kid(s) (ages 3 to 9) on that package will receive the Disney Quick-Service Dining Plan.

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Make your first visit even more special with an extra dash of magic. With this offer, you will receive the Frozen Welcome Pack, including:

  • Voucher for one stroller rental for the length of your stay
  • Voucher for one in-park 5×7 photo print per room
  • One merchandise bag per room including a plush, book and 2 treats.

Important Details:

  • The number of rooms allocated for this offer is limited.
  • Everyone in the same room must be on the same package.
  • Kid(s) must stay in room with adult.
  • Advance reservations required.
  • Disney Dining Plans exclude gratuities.
  • Children ages 3 to 9 must order from the children’s menu, if available.
  • Some Table-Service restaurants may have limited or no availability at time of package purchase.
  • Theme park admission is required for some dining locations.
  • Theme park ticket valid for admission beginning date of check-in and must be used within a limited number of days, depending on length of stay and ticket. View ticket details.
  • One merchandise bag per room.
  • One Disney PhotoPass 5X7 photo print per room.
  • One stroller rental for each theme park ticket day. The initial voucher provided must be presented at one of the Walt Disney World theme park stroller rental locations to initiate the rental and then a receipt will be provided for the remaining rental day(s). Type of stroller (single or double) will be provided based on availability.
  • Only offered at select Disney Value Resorts hotels.
  • Length of stay requirements apply.
  • Cannot be combined with any other discount or promotion.

New Plant-Based Menus Debut at Magic Kingdom

Posted on by Mathew Corn Disney Dining, Disney Parks, Magic Kingdom

Guests who follow plant-based diets (or simply those looking to eat lighter or avoid animal products) now have a ton of new options to nosh on while at the Magic Kingdom. As previously announced, Walt Disney World has rolled out a new plant-based (vegan) icon along all of its menus, making it easier for guests to pick out what to eat. Along with the new icon are even more new plant-based food offerings.

Check out all the new menus at the Magic Kingdom featuring the little leaf of plant-based approval, complete with pricing and lists of what’s vegan, below. As always, offerings like popcorn, veggie plates, and fruit cups remain as plant-based offerings on many menus.

Aloha Isle

  • Pineapple DOLE Whip® – $5.99
  • DOLE Whip® Pineapple Float – $5.99

Be Our Guest Restaurant

  • Le Fou Festin – $29.00
  • Assorted Pastries (usually items from Erin McKenna’s Bakery)
  • Cannellini Bean Cassoulet – $14.99
  • Crème Brulee – $5.99
  • Roasted Corn and Spinach Tortellini
  • Mixed Field Greens
  • Vanilla Cake with Lemon Curd
  • Crème Brulee

Casey’s Corner

  • Slaw Dog – $11.49

Cinderella’s Royal Table 

  • Royal Avocado Toast (Not available on current menus)
  • Protein Bowl
  • Chickpea Panisse
  • Castle Salad
  • Lemon Sorbet
  • Coffee Pots de Crème

Columbia Harbour House

  • Lighthouse Sandwich – $10.69
  • Harvest Chili – $6.79
  • Assorted sides – $4.49

Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Café

  • Plant-based Sloppy Joe – $12.99

The Crystal Palace 

  • Roasted Breakfast Potatoes
  • Oatmeal and Home-style Grits
  • Eggless Florentine
  • Breakfast Granola Medley
  • Herb-scented Rice
  • Oak Fired Brussel Sprouts and Cauliflower Rice
  • Garden Patch Cottage Pie
  • Spiced Cupcakes
  • Chocolate Chip Cookies
  • Coconut Panna Cotta

The Diamond Horseshoe

  • Smoked Stuffed Peppers – $19.00
  • Harvest Beans (Included with entree)
  • Campfire Apple Cake – $8.00

The Friar’s Nook

  • Plant-based Brat and Tots – $10.29

Jungle Navigation Co. LTD Skipper Canteen

  • Shiriki Noodle Salad – $11.00
  • Falls Family Falafel – $10.00
  • Curried Vegetable Crew Stew – $19.00
  • Perkins Thai Noodles – $25.00
  • Panna-Connie’s Congo Lime Delight – $9.00

Liberty Tree Tavern

  • Revolutionary Meatloaf – $21.00
  • Portobello Pot Roast – $24.00
  • Roasted Vegetable and Tomato Soup – $9.00
  • Johnny Appleseed’s Warm Apple Cake – $8.00

Pecos Bill Tall Tale Inn and Cafe

  • Vegetable Rice Bowl – $9.99
  • Southwest Cheeseburger – $12.49
  • Assorted sides including – Guacamole, Chips and Salsa, Yellow Rice ($4.49) and Black Beans ($4.49)
  • Toppings Bar with multiple plant-based options

Pinocchio Village Haus

  • Plant-based Pizza Options – $11.99
  • Pasta with Marinara Sauce – $11.99

Plaza Ice Cream Parlor

  • Non-dairy Frozen Desserts

The Plaza Restaurant

  • Breakfast Plate featuring Plant-based Eggs, Sausage and Breakfast Potatoes – $16.00
  • Wedge Salad – $9.00
  • Plaza Burger (Lunch only) – $17.00
  • Bangers & Mash (Dinner Only) – $22.00
  • Dark Chocolate-Banana Bread Pudding with Soy Milk Frozen Dessert – $9.00

Sunshine Tree Terrace

  • FOMOsa – $5.99

Tony’s Town Square Restaurant

  • Garden Salad – $12.00
  • Spaghetti and Mushroom Meatballs – $22.00
  • Raspberry Sorbet – $7.00
  • Italian Strawberry Shortcake – $8.50

Assorted Snack Carts

  • Assorted Items

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Price Increase to Refillable Resort Mugs

Posted on by Mathew Corn Disney Dining, Disney Parks

Guests looking to pick up a refillable mug for their next stay at Walt Disney World should be aware of a price increase. Previously $18.99, the mugs now cost $19.99 for the duration of your stay at a Walt Disney World Resort hotel.

With the purchase of a refillable mug, resort guests are entitled to refills at Self-service Beverage Islands at Quick-Service locations at any Disney Resort Hotel during the length of your stay.

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Disney Parks to Offer Plant-Based Menu This October

Posted on by Mathew Corn Disney Dining, Disney Parks

Disney has announced that soon, all of its major quick and table service restaurants will soon be serving up plant-based options at Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort – along with a new plant-based menu icon coming to Disney dining. Guests will now be able to choose from hundreds of sweet and savory creations, including many brand-new dishes destined to become fan favorites!

In addition to the new plant-based options, Disney will introduce a new menu icon, a green leaf, that will make it easier than ever to find these creations on menus across Disney Parks.

These new options are made from plant-based ingredients like vegetables, fruits, grains, nuts, seeds, and legumes – and are made without animal meat, dairy, eggs or honey. From comfort-food classics to exciting new dishes for the adventurer in all of us, everyone will find something to delight their tastebuds.

On October 1 at quick service locations and October 3 at table service locations, Walt Disney World Resort will launch the plant-based menu icon and introduce new options at all theme parks and resort hotels. If you’re craving tasty plant-powered snacks and treats during your visit, you can explore more than 400 craveable dishes!

  • Steamed Asian Dumplings from Le Cellier at Epcot – You’ll love these plant-based meat dumplings, served with bok choy, Chinese long beans, red peppers and radish in a delicious and fragrant Asian broth.
  • Shiriki Noodle Salad from Jungle Navigation Co. LTD Skipper Canteen at Magic Kingdom Park – This refreshing salad is made with noodles, edamame beans, mushrooms, green mango and cucumber, tossed with a sweet chili sauce.
  • Felucian Garden Spread from Docking Bay 7 Food & Cargo at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge (Disney’s Hollywood Studios at Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Park at the Disneyland Resort) – Made with plant-based “kefta,” herb hummus, tomato-cucumber relish and pita, this is the perfect bite for your visit to a galaxy far, far away.
  • Chili-Spiced Crispy Fried Tofu Bowl from Satu’li Canteen at Disney’s Animal Kingdom – This taste of Pandora features crispy tofu, seasoned with chili-spice and topped with a crunchy vegetable slaw, boba balls and your choice of base and sauce.
  • Plant-Based Cashew Cheescake from California Grill at Disney’s Contemporary Resort – Just one of many scrumptious plant-based desserts available at Walt Disney World Resort.

Whether you’re visiting Magic Kingdom Park, tasting your way across the globe at Epcot’s World Showcase, or grabbing a bite in a galaxy far, far away, you’re sure to find a plant-powered dish to enjoy.

At Disneyland, the new menu icon and many new plant-based options are coming in spring 2020, so guests won’t have to wait long to savor exciting new flavors. And across the world, Disney is serving up delicious plant-based cuisine, including Risotto-style Spelt with Mushrooms at Disneyland Paris, Pan-fried Vegetables with Plant-based Dumplings at Hong Kong Disneyland, or Caramel Mix Nuts Banana Cake at Shanghai Disney Resort. When sailing the high seas with Disney Cruise Line there are bites to find, from a Plant-Based Chili Dog and Plant-Based Eggs to Chocolate Truffle Cake.

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