food IS a theme park
With the holidays quickly approaching, guests planning to visit Disney World in the coming months have some burning questions…and we’re here to help!
Holiday Minnie Ears
Things are definitely going to look a bit different in Disney World during this holiday season than in years past. But even though guests won’t be able to experience some traditional favorites like Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party or the Candlelight Processional in EPCOT, there’s still plenty of seasonal fun to go around.
With October only a day away, we’re about to enter peak SPOOKY season. But that’s also got us thinking about the next big holiday that’s just around the corner. Thanksgiving!
Thanksgiving Cupcake
In preparation for one of America’s ultimate foodie days, we found some fun pieces of kitchenware to bring more Disney to your Thanksgiving table this year.
What’s better than a home cooked holiday meal? A holiday meal at Walt Disney World!
Nearly every restaurant in Disney World features a turkey-based or holiday meal on Thanksgiving and Christmas days. But Disney features special holiday meals at select restaurants throughout Walt Disney World on these holidays every year as well. Disney just announced this year’s list of participating restaurants, so let’s take a look!
All You Care to Enjoy Skillet at Whispering Canyon Cafe
We are heading to one of my favorite Walt Disney World restaurants today — Liberty Tree Tavern at Magic Kingdom!
“This place is awesome, why?” you ask? Because it’s FOOD and LEARNING all in ONE! Shazam!!! Beat THAT, Be Our Guest!!! ;-D
OK, so I clearly have a soft spot in my heart for LTT, and it really is a bunch of comfort food with a hearty side of history blended in. Ready to take a peek? Time to board the learning train! Woo-woo!
Liberty Tree Tavern is situated in Liberty Square, just a stone’s throw from Cinderella Castle. While the main focus of Liberty Square and the restaurant itself is a celebration of Colonial American History, it’s also an important spot in Disney History; Liberty Tree opened with the park on October 1, 1971. See? Staying power.
Liberty Tree Tavern in Magic Kingdom
Enter the lobby and check in at the podium just to the left of the door. The lobby itself is cozy and rustic, with wood paneling and wrought iron chandeliers. A huge fireplace — the kind used for cooking and big enough to stand in — is the focal point of the room. But soaring, two-story ceilings and all of those hard surfaces can make for a lot of noise. Be prepared!
Be sure to arrange an advance dining reservation if you’d like to eat here, as it’s usually a pretty busy place. And keep in mind that lunch and dinner have different menus and service styles. More about that in a bit!
Liberty Tree Tavern Lobby
Once your table is ready, you’ll be announced by a cast member — Town Crier style! Talk about an entrance. 😉 But get your head out of the clouds, already; we have learning to do! En route to your table, have a look around; there are some interesting details here and you don’t want to overlook them.
Within Liberty Tree Tavern, you’ll find six distinct rooms or seating areas, each named for a notable historical figure. See if your favorite Colonial American hero numbers among them; the list includes Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Jefferson, John Paul Jones, Paul Revere, Betsy Ross, and George Washington.
This spot with hats and coats hanging by the door has always been one of my favorite details. There’s John Paul Jones to the right!
Coats and Hat Hanging at the Ready!
Walls in all of the seating areas are covered with Colonial-Era paintings and portraits, and you’ll also find super detailed decorative touches, like this model ship.
Portrait and Model Ship
You’ll know Betsy Ross’s Room by the flag, of course!
Flag in Betsy Ross Room
Founding Father Benjamin Franklin’s portrait hangs in the room commemorating his life and work.
Benjamin Franklin Room
You’ll also find his famous kite! I love this. You’re SO going to impress your friends by knowing about all of these details. You can see your kids’ “what I learned on my vacation” report writing itself, can’t you?
Kite in Ben Franklin Room
Here’s more from the John Paul Jones room.
John Paul Jones Room — Inside
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