DFB Podcast

Welcome to the 11th episode of the DFB Podcast!

In this episode we cover the latest Disney Food News, including important Starbucks and Earl of Sandwich news, discuss the holidays at Walt Disney World, answer a few listener questions, and reveal the answer to our Episode 10 trivia question (AND debut a brand-new trivia question!)

For this episode’s main segment, AJ and Brad discuss Walt Disney World and Disneyland holiday events and specialty food items available only during this time of the year!

LISTENER QUESTIONS

Q: Shane G.: How do you encourage a picky eater or someone set in their ways to step outside their comfort zone at Disney? Every time my sister comes to visit me in Orlando, she always insists we eat at Tony’s Town Square because she believes there is some great family memory or tradition held there. No one else in the family believes this and I just see Tony’s as high-priced mediocre Italian food. I especially want her to try new things because we have a reservation at Be Our Guest on opening day for her Thanksgiving trip.

TRIVIA:

About the Picture: This toy soldier stands sentinel in Town Square in Disney World’s Magic Kingdom during the holidays!

More Holidays: See photos of the 2012 Walt Disney World Gingerbread Holiday Displays and be sure to read more about The “DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World Holidays 2012″ Grand Launch and Discount!

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Welcome to the 10th episode of the DFB Podcast!

In this episode we cover the latest Disney Food News, discuss popular character buffets (the food kind, not the singer-songwriter kind) at Walt Disney World and Disneyland, answer a few listener questions, and reveal the answer to our Episode 9 trivia question (AND debut a brand-new trivia question!)

For this episode’s main segment, AJ and Brad discuss the pros and cons of both the East Coast and West Coast’s arguably most popular character buffets: Chef Mickey’s at Walt Disney World and Goofy’s Kitchen at Disneyland. It’s positively telekinetic!

LISTENER QUESTIONS

Q: Milly P: What’s the best Disney World resort to stay at from a food perspective?

TRIVIA:

About the Picture: Why, it’s Chef Mickey himself, greeting you at Chef Mickey’s at the Contemporary Resort at Walt Disney World.

More character buffets: Check out Choosing the Best Disney Character Meal and 11 Tips for Better Character Dining in Disney World for even more tips on having an aweseome character buffet experience!

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Welcome to the ninth episode of the DFB Podcast!

In this episode we cover the latest Disney Food News, discuss tips for maximizing your enjoyment at the Epcot Food & Wine Festival, answer a few listener questions, and reveal the answer to our Episode 8 trivia question (AND give out a brand-new trivia question!)

Here’s a sneak peek of some of our TOP TIPS FOR VISITING THE EPCOT FOOD & WINE FESTIVAL! (You’ll have to listen to get the rest!)

LISTENER QUESTIONS

Q: Amy M: Assuming that you have only scheduled one evening at Downtown Disney and you’re planning to have dinner at Cooke’s of Dublin (inspired by a review on the DFB), which is a better choice for dessert:  sundae at Ghirardelli, or brownie creme sandwich at Earl of Sandwich?

TRIVIA:

About the Picture: It’s the crispy shrimp taco from the Mexico Booth at the Epcot Food and Wine Festival!

More F&W: Be sure to visit the DFB 2012 Epcot Food & Wine Festival homepage of yummy goodness for even more details on this year’s event!

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Welcome to the eighth episode of the DFB Podcast!

In this episode we cover the latest Disney Food News, discuss best breakfasts, answer a few reader questions, and reveal the answer to our Episode 7 trivia question (AND dish out brand new trivia question!)

Restaurants mentioned —  Walt Disney World:

Restaurants Mentioned —  Disneyland:

Listener Questions:

Tom H.: We’re coming to the Epcot Food & Wine Festival in October, and we’re wondering what the crowds will be like. Are there better days to hit up the booths in World Showcase?

Ellen P.: My son has Celiac disease and can’t eat gluten. What’s the best way to approach this with Disney World, and are there any restaurants you recommend for good gluten-free options?

About the Picture: It’s the family-style breakfast platter from the ‘Ohana Character Breakfast! Everything…plus Mickey Waffles!

Music This Week: The bumper music in this week’s podcast is from several attractions — Tower of Terror, Soarin’, Pirates of the Caribbean, Peter Pan’s Flight, and the famous Main Street Electrical Parade (Think it will ever go back to Disneyland?)

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Welcome to the seventh episode of the DFB Podcast!

In this episode we cover the latest Disney Food News, discuss mystery snacks, answer a few reader questions, and reveal the answer to our Episode 6 trivia question (AND dish out brand new trivia question!)

Restaurants mentioned —  Walt Disney World:

Restaurants Mentioned —  Disneyland:

Listener Questions:

Kelly A: My Mom and I are heading out to California at the end of August.  It’ll be my 2nd trip and my Mom’s 1st trip.  We’ll have 4 solid days to spend in the parks.  SO…where do you suggest we check out for some good counter service?  What are your favorites that are must-haves each trip?

Tracey C: I live in Australia and will be coming to WDW in early December with my daughter, to celebrate her high school graduation. I keep hearing about the fantastic view of IllumiNations from dinner at the Rose & Crown.  Our 180 day window has opened for our stay and I have been trying to book dinner there, but there is nothing availablet. Is there something going on at the Rose & Crown? Is there anywhere else that you recommend to view the fireworks (during dinner)?

About the Picture: This is the Matterhorn Macaroon from Disneyland! Once sold at Blue Ribbon Bakery, it’s got a new home — in clear view of the Matterhorn itself — at Jolly Holiday Bakery.

Music This Week: The bumper music in this week’s podcast is from all over the place again — Space Mountain, Tower of Terror, Toy Story, Frontierland

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Welcome to the sixth episode of the DFB Podcast!

In this episode we cover the latest Disney Food News, discuss two awesome steakhouses (one in Disney World, one in Disneyland), answer a few reader questions, and reveal the answer to our Episode 5 trivia question (AND give you a brand new trivia question, cause we’re bonus like that)!

Le Cellier Steakhouse

1. John W.: Where would you recommend for a first date in Disney World?

2. Emily J.: Can’t decide between Tutto Italia and Kouzzina. Which should I choose?

3. Aaron M.: Can you see Disney parades from any restaurants?

About the Picture: One of my favorite photos from Le Cellier Steakhouse is this Filet with mushroom risotto and truffle butter sauce!

Music This Week: The bumper music in this week’s podcast is from all over the place again — California Screamin’, Splash Mountain, Soarin’, Alice in Wonderland, and Fantasmic!

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Welcome to the fifth episode of the DFB Podcast!

In this episode we cover the latest Disney Food News, discuss our favorite Magic Kingdom and Disneyland Park counter-service spots, answer a few reader questions, and reveal the answer to our Episode 4 trivia question (as well as give you a brand new trivia question)!

Pecos Bill Tall Tale Inn and Cafe

1. Gail G. — How do you get the most out of your Disney Dining Plan snack credits?

2. Paul L. — What is the largest counter-service entree you’ve found?

3. Jenny Y. — Is the Plaza Inn in Disneyland a character meal?

About the Picture: Have the breakfast of champions at Main Street Bakery in Disney World! We always ask for this cinnamon roll with extra frosting… .

Music This Week: The bumper music in this week’s podcast is from all over the place — Tiki Room, Carousel of Progress, Space Mountain (Disney World), Horizons, and more!

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Welcome to the fourth episode of the DFB Podcast!

In this episode we cover the latest Disney Food News, discuss some Disney restaurants with exceptional atmosphere and themeing, answer a few reader questions, and reveal the answer to our controversial Episode 3 trivia question (as well as give you a brand new trivia question)!

Cinderella’s Royal Table

1. I’d like advice about ordering “off the menu” for my picky 5yr old. On our next trip I would love to experience O’hana, Liberty Tree Tavern, & The Garden Grill at Epcot for dinner, but even the kids’ picks listed won’t be of interest to my kiddo. Any suggestions or thoughts you would be willing to share would be fantastic!

2. I am not very adventurous when it comes to dining; what are your thoughts on trying Jiko?

3. If you could only have one meal at some Disney property — after which you would never return to the Disney parks again — where/what would it be, and why?

Link to Post About Disneyland’s Roastie Toasties: Disneyland Popcorn Personalities

About the Picture: Dine in an indoor/outdoor Drive-In Theater at Sci-Fi Dine-In in Disney’s Hollywood Studios!

Music This Week: The bumper music in this week’s podcast is from Disneyland! You’ll hear snippets from rides like Toy Story Midway Mania, Pinocchio’s Daring Journey, Pirates of the Caribbean, and Space Mountain as well as a quick vignette from Frontierland!

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Welcome to the third episode of the DFB Podcast!

In this episode we cover the latest Disney Food News (except the new Starbucks mention, as we taped it before that happened!), discuss why you might like to try a non-buffet character meal, answer a few reader questions, and reveal our second DFB Podcast Trivia Winner (as well as give you another trivia question)!

Restaurants mentioned:

Reader questions:

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About the Picture: Belle is one of the princesses greeting guests at Cinderella’s Royal Table on rotating days. You never know who you’ll get to see!

Welcome to the second episode of the DFB Podcast!

In this episode we cover the latest Disney Food News, discuss our favorite counter-service finds from our recent Walt Disney World trips, answer a few reader questions, and reveal our first DFB Podcast Trivia Winner (as well as give you another trivia question)!

Restaurants mentioned:

Reader questions:

Musical Interludes:

2. Carousel of Progress, “Now is the Time”

3. Personal Recording — Performance of Phineas and Ferb Theme Song by Ye-haa Bob at the River Roost Lounge, Port Orleans Resort Riverside, Walt Disney World

4. Disneyland Main Street USA Music

5. Personal recording — Illuminations, Reflections of Earth, Epcot, Walt Disney World

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About the Picture: This is the Truffle Oil Mac and Cheese Hot Dog we discuss in the podcast! It can be found at Fairfax Fare in Disney’s Hollywood Studios.