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DFB Review: Why Garden Grill Is One of Our FAVORITE Character Breakfasts in Disney World

Greetings from Epcot!

Spaceship Earth

This park is an eating PARADISE! From Outdoor Kitchens at Epcot’s renowned festivals to fine dining at Epcot’s newest signature restaurant, Takumi-Tei, there is something to please any palette. And amidst all of this gourmet delicious-ness is a (somewhat) hidden character dining gem — Garden Grill!

Garden Grill Sign

We recently snagged an early reservation and headed in for a tasty breakfast with Chip, Dale, Mickey, and Pluto. Would it still stack up as one of our favorite character meals? Read on to find out!

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Review! Eats at The Epcot Experience Has Officially Debuted Their New Menu — and They’ve Got PIZZA!

By Carly Caramanna 3 Comments

We’re over in Epcot with an exciting food update, and it isn’t about the Epcot International Festival of the Arts!

Epcot’s Spaceship Earth

If you’ve been following along, you’ve seen the many changes and construction updates as part of Epcot’s exciting transformation.

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What’s New in Epcot — Regal Eagle Construction, Festival of the Arts Merchandise, and MUCH MORE!

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Hey there, DFB friends! Today we braved the colder weather to bring you all the latest news coming out of Epcot!

Spaceship Earth

We have a lot to update you on in terms of construction and merchandise, so let’s get started!

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REVIEW! We’re SOLD on the Lobster Chips and Hard Cider at Refreshment Port for the 2020 Epcot Festival of the Arts!

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Epcot’s 2020 Festival of the Arts is finally here to celebrate the culinary, visual, and performing arts!

Festival of the Arts Sign

And, at this year’s festival, there’s a lot to see, do, and taste (and we are SO excited)! Whether you’re a foodie at heart looking to taste your way around the World Showcase, or you’re a die-hard Broadway fan, there’s something for just about everyone to enjoy! Annnnd, we’re taking you with us LIVE to indulge in all the savory and sweet eats and drinks. [Read more…]

REVIEW! Lunch at Via Napoli Will Always Have a Pizza Our Hearts

By Molly 8 Comments

Buongiorno from Italy friends! Today we’re heading back to one of our favorite restaurants in all of Epcot for lunch!

The Italy Pavilion

We’ve loved Via Napoli ever since it opened, thanks to its wood fire ovens, incredible pizza, and all the cheesy carby goodness that comes with an Italian meal. However, with so many delicious spots in Epcot and the surrounding resorts to choose from (looking at you, newly re-opened Beaches and Cream), we wouldn’t be very good at our jobs if we only ate here (though we wouldn’t be mad about it.).

So needless to say, anytime we can swing by Via Napoli, we do our happy pizza dance! Let’s get to it shall we?

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Here’s How You Can Be One of the First to Dine at Space 220 in Epcot…And Give Back at the Same Time!

By Morgan Flaherty 4 Comments

There is SO much to look forward to in Disney World in 2020!

Space 220 Concept Art ©Disney

From the opening of Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railroad in Hollywood Studios, to the opening of Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure in Epcot, 2020 is set to be a BIG year at Disney World! One of the most exciting openings coming to the parks is a new space-themed restaurant in Epcot – Space 220! We’ve been eating up every detail coming out of this immersive restaurant, and counting down the days ’til it opens in the new year. And now, it looks like two lucky people will get to be among the first to dine at the new restaurant – all while giving back to a great cause!

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DFB REVIEW: We Had Dinner with Royalty at Akershus in Epcot!

By Molly 2 Comments

Hear ye, hear ye! Calling all Lords and Ladies to join us at a royal meal in Epcot!

World Showcase Lagoon

Dining with the characters at Walt Disney World is a rite of passage! And if you’ve got a little princess (or prince!) with you, chances are they would LOVE to eat with their idols. And while Cinderella’s Royal Table is the most coveted character dining reservation in all the land (scratch that, the most coveted reservation in ALL OF DINING), it’s not the only place you can eat with royalty.

The Norway Pavilion

Located in Epcot‘s Norway Pavilion, Akershus is (somewhat) of a hidden gem when it comes to character dining. While reservations are certainly highly recommended, it’s much easier to snag one than Cinderella’s Royal Table. And while this castle is more modest, IT’S STILL A CASTLE. So grab your tiara, and let’s head to Norway!

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What’s New in Epcot — Frozen 2 Treats, New Holiday Merch, and SO MUCH Construction!

By Quincy Stanford 2 Comments

Greetings World Travelers and Future World Citizens!

Epcot Monorail

That’s right, we’ve got a round up of everything new we spotted in Epcot today. So read on to find out all of our food, construction, and merchandise updates in this edition of What’s New in Epcot!

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Review: Italian Food and Wine vs. Beer Pairing at The Epcot Food and Wine Festival!

By Molly 1 Comment

Ciao friends! And welcome back to the 2019 Epcot International Food and Wine Festival!

2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival

As you may know, this is one of our favorite times of year at Epcot! There is just so much to do and eat — from tasting your way around the Festival Kiosks to attending special events. So far this year we’ve enjoyed several — such as the Mix It! Make It! Celebrate It! Workshop and the Parisian Breakfast. And now we’re headed to one of our favorite pavilions for the Italian Food, Wine vs. Beer Pairing Event!

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Review: Lunch at Epcot’s Electric Umbrella!

By AJ 2 Comments

It’s time to mix things that shouldn’t be mixed: electricity and umbrellas. We’re back at Epcot’s Electric Umbrella to share the new Brisket Sandwich, a kids’ flatbread option, and a cup of beer cheese. (J/K, we don’t share beer cheese.)

Electric Umbrella

Electric Umbrella is a classic Disney Parks quick service restaurant in Epcot’s Future World. It gets a bad rap, but I honestly am usually pretty happy with my meals there. [Read more…]