~ A Year at WDW ~ Tinkerbelle_325's Trips of 2006 w/ LOTS OF PICS *UPDATED 03/15*
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TinkerBelle_325
DIS Veteran
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Trip Two: August 25th - Sept 3rd 2006: The One with Winnie Part 4
Thanks so much for reading my report. Its a bit unconventional, but I'm thrilled that you are all enjoying it. In this installment we will have more dining reviews and some spectromagic pictures
First up...
~Alfredo's~
Now I can NEVER understand why this place gets back reviews here on the DISboards. My family and I adore it and went every single trip this year. This time was of particular significance. My best friend Winnie is Italian and had never eaten at the Italian pavillion!
My tips to a great experience at alfredos are the following.
1. Go on a Friday Night
2. Ask to be seated in the main room.
3. Be prepared to wait up to 30 minutes for your table.
If you follow those three tips you will have a fabulous time!
We started with the antipasto platter. It was easily enough to serve all four of us and features 4 meats, 5 cheeses, olives, artichokes, and bread.
Because Winnie & I were on DDP and my parents were paying OOP they ordered the antipasto and then Winnie & I each ordered our appetizers. We would end up having seperate bills (and a story to go along with it
)
Winnie got the calamari
I got the appetizer portion of alfredo
Winnie, DMom and I all got the Trio of Pastas. Looking clockwise starting from the top of the plate it was Lasagna, Ziti with Plum Tomato Sauce and Truffle Stuffed tortelini.
DDad got the Bistecca di Manzo Alla Pizzaiola, which was a steak with a tomato topping that he LOVED
For dessert, Winnie got the Cannoli
DMom and DDad split the Vanilla Gelato with fruit salad
I had the chocolate mousse (yummy!)
This meal was one of the best of our trip. I am so sad to see that Alfredo's will be closing on August 31st 2007, but luckily I will get to go 1 more time! I managed to get an ADR for Aug 29th.
This meal comes with yet another story. It was one of our last meals of the week and I had been signing Winnie & my bill each night. However, being that this was her first dinner at Alfredo's she wanted to sign. No problem. Our bill came, she signed and we thought there was no issue.
I had carefully planned every TS credit we had. We were going to the Crystal Palace the next day for breakfast and then Chefs de France for dinner. We should have had 4 TS credits left. However, at the end of our meal at chefs de France we were informed that we had no credits left!
WHAT?? How did that happen?? Luckily, there was a huge mess up at that meal (which I will get into later lol) and our meal was comped by the General Manager. So what happened? Our Alfredo's served charged us 4 TS credits instead of 2 Winnie had not checked the bill before she signed....
Ah well, it all worked out in the end.
That's all for now, but I'll be sure to update some more tonight
Thanks so much for reading my report. Its a bit unconventional, but I'm thrilled that you are all enjoying it. In this installment we will have more dining reviews and some spectromagic pictures
First up...
~Alfredo's~
Now I can NEVER understand why this place gets back reviews here on the DISboards. My family and I adore it and went every single trip this year. This time was of particular significance. My best friend Winnie is Italian and had never eaten at the Italian pavillion!
My tips to a great experience at alfredos are the following.
1. Go on a Friday Night
2. Ask to be seated in the main room.
3. Be prepared to wait up to 30 minutes for your table.
If you follow those three tips you will have a fabulous time!
We started with the antipasto platter. It was easily enough to serve all four of us and features 4 meats, 5 cheeses, olives, artichokes, and bread.
Because Winnie & I were on DDP and my parents were paying OOP they ordered the antipasto and then Winnie & I each ordered our appetizers. We would end up having seperate bills (and a story to go along with it
)Winnie got the calamari
I got the appetizer portion of alfredo
Winnie, DMom and I all got the Trio of Pastas. Looking clockwise starting from the top of the plate it was Lasagna, Ziti with Plum Tomato Sauce and Truffle Stuffed tortelini.
DDad got the Bistecca di Manzo Alla Pizzaiola, which was a steak with a tomato topping that he LOVED
For dessert, Winnie got the Cannoli
DMom and DDad split the Vanilla Gelato with fruit salad
I had the chocolate mousse (yummy!)
This meal was one of the best of our trip. I am so sad to see that Alfredo's will be closing on August 31st 2007, but luckily I will get to go 1 more time! I managed to get an ADR for Aug 29th.
This meal comes with yet another story. It was one of our last meals of the week and I had been signing Winnie & my bill each night. However, being that this was her first dinner at Alfredo's she wanted to sign. No problem. Our bill came, she signed and we thought there was no issue.
I had carefully planned every TS credit we had. We were going to the Crystal Palace the next day for breakfast and then Chefs de France for dinner. We should have had 4 TS credits left. However, at the end of our meal at chefs de France we were informed that we had no credits left!
WHAT?? How did that happen?? Luckily, there was a huge mess up at that meal (which I will get into later lol) and our meal was comped by the General Manager. So what happened? Our Alfredo's served charged us 4 TS credits instead of 2 Winnie had not checked the bill before she signed.... Ah well, it all worked out in the end.That's all for now, but I'll be sure to update some more tonight
TinkerBelle_325
DIS Veteran
- Joined
- Aug 21, 2001
Quick Update!
Ok, let's see how much I can update while in the world's most boring lecture
Plus I have Belle pestering me to update because she has nothing to read 
Ok, So i've covered almost everything that I wanted to cover in my Aug 2006 Trip, but I do have a few last Dining Reviews (can you tell that my trips center about food?
)
We'll start off with Wolfgang Puck Express, because in my opinion it is the best kept secret at WDW. I'm taking about the WP Express located in the Marketplace, near the Disney Days of Christmas store.
I had the yummy 4 cheese macaroni. Every time I come here I say I'll get something else, but this is so addictive that I always end up getting it. I grudgingly shared this with Winnie when she said that she couldn't decide between it or the 4 cheese pizza.
DMom had the Roasted Veggie and Goat Cheese Sandwich which she loved. It also had a pesto on it, she practically inhalled this.
DDad had the smoked turkey club, which he said was ok, but he would go for something else next time.
We all shared a large order of the herbed fries, these are the best fries in the world!!
Winnie had the 4 cheese pizza, without the tomatoes. But when she was disappointed in it I ended up sharing my mac & cheese with her
Ok, let's see how much I can update while in the world's most boring lecture
Plus I have Belle pestering me to update because she has nothing to read Ok, So i've covered almost everything that I wanted to cover in my Aug 2006 Trip, but I do have a few last Dining Reviews (can you tell that my trips center about food?
)We'll start off with Wolfgang Puck Express, because in my opinion it is the best kept secret at WDW. I'm taking about the WP Express located in the Marketplace, near the Disney Days of Christmas store.
I had the yummy 4 cheese macaroni. Every time I come here I say I'll get something else, but this is so addictive that I always end up getting it. I grudgingly shared this with Winnie when she said that she couldn't decide between it or the 4 cheese pizza.
DMom had the Roasted Veggie and Goat Cheese Sandwich which she loved. It also had a pesto on it, she practically inhalled this.
DDad had the smoked turkey club, which he said was ok, but he would go for something else next time.
We all shared a large order of the herbed fries, these are the best fries in the world!!
Winnie had the 4 cheese pizza, without the tomatoes. But when she was disappointed in it I ended up sharing my mac & cheese with her
Belle_373
Mouseketeer
- Joined
- Oct 26, 2006
I went to Wolfgang Puck Express (after many recommendations from my friend Tink
) and I absolutely loved it. I would rate it the best counter service on Disney property.
I am also really impressed that you were able to update your TR in under 10 minutes while in our boring lecture. You truly are a DIS pro.
) and I absolutely loved it. I would rate it the best counter service on Disney property. I am also really impressed that you were able to update your TR in under 10 minutes while in our boring lecture. You truly are a DIS pro.
TinkerBelle_325
DIS Veteran
- Joined
- Aug 21, 2001
I am also really impressed that you were able to update your TR in under 10 minutes while in our boring lecture. You truly are a DIS pro.
Hehe Im impressed too!! It pretty easy in that class though, I tend to feel like im in an episode of Charlie Brown & The Peanuts .the adults that sound like wah wah wah
Ok, here I am nagging again. I want an update. Im in class bored out of my mind.
LOL youre looking a little pushy there hun. But Ill update in time for your next class
Great TR! Your photos are making me hungry!
Thanks! I feel the same way when I write them and think about all the delicious Disney food.
TinkerBelle_325
DIS Veteran
- Joined
- Aug 21, 2001
Trip Three: The One with the Food & Wine Festival Part 1
Wow, I'm onto trip three already!
My parents and I have wanted to attend the Food & Wine Festival for years and this was our first opportunity. We decided that the Beach Club was the perfect location (because we could walk back to the resort after a few too many wine tastings
hehe)
So, in honour of this first installment I give you...
~Food Booth Pictures~
Canada!
Cheese Soup & Salmon
Poland
Kielbasa and Potato Pierogies with sour cream and Okocim Beer
WILD & WONDERFUL FLORIDA SHRIMP: Sauteed Shrimp with Ginger and Lime and Evian
MEXICO
MEXICO: Quesadilla con Chorizo y Pollo
AUSTRALIA: Shrimp on the Barbie, Grilled Lamb Chop with Caramelized Onion
IRELAND
IRELAND: Irish Cream Trifle (omg sooooooo good!)
FRANCE: Champagne, Grand Marnier Slush & Chocolate Creme Brule
GERMANY
GERMANY: Two Princes Riesling & ITALY: Chocolate filled Zeppole
SCANDINAVIA: Sweedish Meatball
That's all for now!
Wow, I'm onto trip three already!
My parents and I have wanted to attend the Food & Wine Festival for years and this was our first opportunity. We decided that the Beach Club was the perfect location (because we could walk back to the resort after a few too many wine tastings
hehe)So, in honour of this first installment I give you...
~Food Booth Pictures~
Canada!
Cheese Soup & Salmon
Poland
Kielbasa and Potato Pierogies with sour cream and Okocim Beer
WILD & WONDERFUL FLORIDA SHRIMP: Sauteed Shrimp with Ginger and Lime and Evian
MEXICO
MEXICO: Quesadilla con Chorizo y Pollo
AUSTRALIA: Shrimp on the Barbie, Grilled Lamb Chop with Caramelized Onion
IRELAND
IRELAND: Irish Cream Trifle (omg sooooooo good!)
FRANCE: Champagne, Grand Marnier Slush & Chocolate Creme Brule
GERMANY
GERMANY: Two Princes Riesling & ITALY: Chocolate filled Zeppole
SCANDINAVIA: Sweedish Meatball
That's all for now!
MA pigletfan
DIS Veteran
- Joined
- Dec 18, 2006
This is great!!! Good for you and all your WDWing!!!!
TinkerBelle_325
DIS Veteran
- Joined
- Aug 21, 2001
Trip Three: The One with the Food & Wine Festival Part 2
Quick Update
~Party for the Senses - October 28th 2006~
I just have to say that this was easily the most incredible event i've ever attended at WDW. What made it even more special for our family was that it was my mom's b-day the night of the event. For anyone that attends the F & W Festival I recommend that you attend this party. For those that are unfamiliar with the Party, the basic premise is that you attend a 3 hour party where you wander sampling small plates of food and numerous wines that are arranged by coloured section. The sections are as follows
Entrance
Where Green is Grand
Where Blue is Beautiful
Where Purple is Passion
Where Yellow is Mellow
Where Red is Ravishing
and
Where Pink is Pizazz
This was a beef tenderloin with a truffle butter on a warm salad
LEFT: Red Wine Braised Beef with Celery Root Puree and Crispy Onions
RIGHT: Panko Breaded Chicken stuffed with sundried tomato and a three cheese potato gratin
Duck Breast with Serano Ham and Mashed potato
"Tower of Terror" Ice Box Cake...Chocolate Cake with a chocolate mousse and a butter cream icing
Chocolate Chip Cakes, Grand Marnier Syrup, Marzipan & Raspberry Coulis
**These were to die for, we wanted to take the entire tray!**
Plated version of the above
Olive Oil pound cake
White Chocolate Cheesecake with Orange Honey sauce
BBQ Beef with Spaetzl (sp?)
Cat Cora's autograph
Party guide
I need to find my party guide to confirm what the items are that I have pictures of. I am going purely off memory. They were all delicious!
Quick Update
~Party for the Senses - October 28th 2006~
I just have to say that this was easily the most incredible event i've ever attended at WDW. What made it even more special for our family was that it was my mom's b-day the night of the event. For anyone that attends the F & W Festival I recommend that you attend this party. For those that are unfamiliar with the Party, the basic premise is that you attend a 3 hour party where you wander sampling small plates of food and numerous wines that are arranged by coloured section. The sections are as follows
Entrance
Where Green is Grand
Where Blue is Beautiful
Where Purple is Passion
Where Yellow is Mellow
Where Red is Ravishing
and
Where Pink is Pizazz
This was a beef tenderloin with a truffle butter on a warm salad
LEFT: Red Wine Braised Beef with Celery Root Puree and Crispy Onions
RIGHT: Panko Breaded Chicken stuffed with sundried tomato and a three cheese potato gratin
Duck Breast with Serano Ham and Mashed potato
"Tower of Terror" Ice Box Cake...Chocolate Cake with a chocolate mousse and a butter cream icing
Chocolate Chip Cakes, Grand Marnier Syrup, Marzipan & Raspberry Coulis
**These were to die for, we wanted to take the entire tray!**
Plated version of the above
Olive Oil pound cake
White Chocolate Cheesecake with Orange Honey sauce
BBQ Beef with Spaetzl (sp?)
Cat Cora's autograph
Party guide
I need to find my party guide to confirm what the items are that I have pictures of. I am going purely off memory. They were all delicious!
Joanna71985
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- Joined
- Feb 28, 2005
Oh my goodness. Your report (and the pictures) are making me very hungery. I loved the ones from LTT, and Alfredo's (I too am sad they are closing). And I loved the Food and Wine festival myself. Can't wait for more.
TinkerBelle_325
DIS Veteran
- Joined
- Aug 21, 2001
Trip Three: The One with the Food & Wine Festival Part 3
Two Updates in 1 day!! (I know you're loving this Belle 
)
Ok, so its time for more food & wine festival pictures.
~Sushi, Sake & Sashimi Food & Wine Pairing~
We arrived at Matsunoma Lounge about 15 minutes prior to the start time of our event. We were called in and seated at a table for four, our family of 3 and a lovely woman who was attending the tasting on her own. She was very easy to talk to throughout the tasting
Here is the view from our table
The Table setting
First Course: Tuna Tataki - we all loved this course. The tuna was ever so slightly seared, served chilled. The texture was smooth and buttery.
One of the three sakes we tasted, it was my favorite of the three, but still not exactly my cup of tea
Second Course: From left to right, yam nigiri, beef tenderloin nigiri, asparagus nigiri. This was the most disappointing course. The chef decided to take a modern approach to nigiri. The yam had a very slimey texture to it, so much so that they ground it into a slimey paste and mixed it with soy sauce. They brought it around from table to table to try (I felt like I was on fear factor LOL ) DDad was the only one who tried it at our table. The beef tenderloin was good, as was the asparagus, they just weren't what we were expecting.
Third Course: From left to right: Spicy Tuna Maki, California Maki, Pineapple Maki. This was easily my favorite course. I fell in love with the spicy tuna roll. The california roll was easily the best I've ever had and the pineapple maki was surprisingly good.
After the tasting I noticed that Miyuki's show was about 20 minutes away. I lined up in hopes of finally recieving one of her beautiful candy creations.
Lo and behold....I did! I requested a purple hummingbird, she said she loved that choice because purple is her favorite colour
~Sweet Sundays~
Our sweet sunday session started out with an amazing brunch. There were two types of fritatas, garden salad, bacon, sausage, biscuits and breakfast potatoes
The bottomless glass of Asti Spumonti!
The selection of desserts: Clockwise from the top: In the small bowl were two scoops of banana ice cream made with mexican brown sugar and the worlds most incredible cookies - Chocolate Cloud Cookies, a smores tartlet, the most intensely rich brownie imaginable, a homemade marshmallow and raspberry coulis.
~Liberty Tree Tavern~
We have discovered that lunch at the Liverty Tree Tavern is one of the best hidden gems of the Magic Kingdom.
I started with the Tavern Fried Cheese. The ones on the left were cheddar and on the right were mozzarella.
DDad started with the crab cake which he loved
DMom started with the beef vegetable soup, she nearly licked the bowl clean
DDad and I each had the Pilgrim's Feast
DMom had Salmon on Pumpkin Bread
And for dessert, The Dole Whip! hehe
Ok, that really is it for today
Two Updates in 1 day!! (I know you're loving this Belle )Ok, so its time for more food & wine festival pictures.
~Sushi, Sake & Sashimi Food & Wine Pairing~
We arrived at Matsunoma Lounge about 15 minutes prior to the start time of our event. We were called in and seated at a table for four, our family of 3 and a lovely woman who was attending the tasting on her own. She was very easy to talk to throughout the tasting
Here is the view from our table
The Table setting
First Course: Tuna Tataki - we all loved this course. The tuna was ever so slightly seared, served chilled. The texture was smooth and buttery.
One of the three sakes we tasted, it was my favorite of the three, but still not exactly my cup of tea
Second Course: From left to right, yam nigiri, beef tenderloin nigiri, asparagus nigiri. This was the most disappointing course. The chef decided to take a modern approach to nigiri. The yam had a very slimey texture to it, so much so that they ground it into a slimey paste and mixed it with soy sauce. They brought it around from table to table to try (I felt like I was on fear factor LOL
) DDad was the only one who tried it at our table. The beef tenderloin was good, as was the asparagus, they just weren't what we were expecting.
Third Course: From left to right: Spicy Tuna Maki, California Maki, Pineapple Maki. This was easily my favorite course. I fell in love with the spicy tuna roll. The california roll was easily the best I've ever had and the pineapple maki was surprisingly good.
After the tasting I noticed that Miyuki's show was about 20 minutes away. I lined up in hopes of finally recieving one of her beautiful candy creations.
Lo and behold....I did! I requested a purple hummingbird, she said she loved that choice because purple is her favorite colour
~Sweet Sundays~
Our sweet sunday session started out with an amazing brunch. There were two types of fritatas, garden salad, bacon, sausage, biscuits and breakfast potatoes
The bottomless glass of Asti Spumonti!
The selection of desserts: Clockwise from the top: In the small bowl were two scoops of banana ice cream made with mexican brown sugar and the worlds most incredible cookies - Chocolate Cloud Cookies, a smores tartlet, the most intensely rich brownie imaginable, a homemade marshmallow and raspberry coulis.
~Liberty Tree Tavern~
We have discovered that lunch at the Liverty Tree Tavern is one of the best hidden gems of the Magic Kingdom.
I started with the Tavern Fried Cheese. The ones on the left were cheddar and on the right were mozzarella.
DDad started with the crab cake which he loved
DMom started with the beef vegetable soup, she nearly licked the bowl clean
DDad and I each had the Pilgrim's Feast
DMom had Salmon on Pumpkin Bread
And for dessert, The Dole Whip! hehe
Ok, that really is it for today
TinkerBelle_325
DIS Veteran
- Joined
- Aug 21, 2001
Trip Three: The One with the Food & Wine Festival Part 4
Because I am stranded in the world's most boring lecture I'm going tp update my trip report
~Random Pics from Around WDW~
The new skins on the monorails look pretty cool in my opinion
The entrance plaque at the Magic Kingdom
Year of a Million Dreams sign
Adventureland Bridge
Pirates of the Caribbean Sign
Splash Mountain
Woofy's Round Up
The Haunted Mansion
The Liberty Tree
Main Street Family Fun Day Parade
Beach Club Villas
Beach Club
The Lobby
The Grounds
Ok, thats all for now, i guess i should actually pay a bit of attention in this class
Because I am stranded in the world's most boring lecture I'm going tp update my trip report
~Random Pics from Around WDW~
The new skins on the monorails look pretty cool in my opinion
The entrance plaque at the Magic Kingdom
Year of a Million Dreams sign
Adventureland Bridge
Pirates of the Caribbean Sign
Splash Mountain
Woofy's Round Up
The Haunted Mansion
The Liberty Tree
Main Street Family Fun Day Parade
Beach Club Villas
Beach Club
The Lobby
The Grounds
Ok, thats all for now, i guess i should actually pay a bit of attention in this class
MA pigletfan
DIS Veteran
- Joined
- Dec 18, 2006
Great updates...you make me very hungry with those pictures! Did you enjoy the sushi tasting? Were there only 3 course of sushi?
TinkerBelle_325
DIS Veteran
- Joined
- Aug 21, 2001
Trip Three: The One with the Food & Wine Festival Part 5
~More Pictures from around the world~
France
Canada
Canadian Gardens
Canadian Gardens
Le Cellier Sign
The Land Sign
Mission Space
Mission Space Sign
What's a trip around World Showcase without a Margarita?
Spaceship Earth
Tower of Terror Sign
Tower of Terror
Rock n' Roller Coaster
Sunset Blvd
Tori Gate at Sunset with Spaceship Earth in the background
Davy Jones Pumpkin carved by the Staff of the Polynesian
Cinderella Coach Pumpkin carved by the Staff of the Polynesian
~More Pictures from around the world~
France
Canada
Canadian Gardens
Canadian Gardens
Le Cellier Sign
The Land Sign
Mission Space
Mission Space Sign
What's a trip around World Showcase without a Margarita?
Spaceship Earth
Tower of Terror Sign
Tower of Terror
Rock n' Roller Coaster
Sunset Blvd
Tori Gate at Sunset with Spaceship Earth in the background
Davy Jones Pumpkin carved by the Staff of the Polynesian
Cinderella Coach Pumpkin carved by the Staff of the Polynesian
mt mommy
Mouseketeer
- Joined
- Jan 5, 2007
~Liberty Tree Tavern~
We have discovered that lunch at the Liverty Tree Tavern is one of the best hidden gems of the Magic Kingdom.
I started with the Tavern Fried Cheese. The ones on the left were cheddar and on the right were mozzarella.
I totally agree about LTT. I love, love, their crab cake and the salmon on the pumpkin bread is awesome!!! I actually like this lunch better than Le Crellier!!!
We have discovered that lunch at the Liverty Tree Tavern is one of the best hidden gems of the Magic Kingdom.
I started with the Tavern Fried Cheese. The ones on the left were cheddar and on the right were mozzarella.
I totally agree about LTT. I love, love, their crab cake and the salmon on the pumpkin bread is awesome!!! I actually like this lunch better than Le Crellier!!!
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