~We seldom report of having eaten too little~ 06/22 New Pre-Trip Posted!

[TinkerBelle_325]

We seldom report of having eaten too little...

Now there is an interesting thought (provided by Thomas Jefferson) and one that is very appropriate in this thread How often have you read a dining review where someone opens with "Oh my god we were simply STARVING our whole week at Walt Disney World!"? That being said...

Welcome to the March Edition of ~We seldom report of having eaten too little~!!

It will be followed with editions for each of my upcoming trips:

September/October 2010
December 2010/January 2011

For the previous edition of ~We seldom report of having eaten too little~ please click here.

LIVE BLOG​

For those interested, I was inspired by lurkyloo's live blog from her iPhone! Given that I have an iPhone and I adore doing live reports......

I give you:

Tinkerbelle_325 does WDW live!

I have used this blog for my last few trips, but sparingly as international 3G roaming is pricey!! Luckily, I've found a really affordable US Travel Pack from my cell phone service provider so you can expect lots of updates! I will plan post several updates live from the parks each day. I adore Lou Mongello's "Where in the World?" game too. Some posts will be food, some will be crowds and others will be "where in the world?". I will still update this DIS dining review each night too

TABLE OF CONTENTS
ADRs & Plans
Vintage Food Pics

CAST OF CHARACTERS

I'm Tink, I'm 24 and I have done a few Dining Reports in the past, most notably this past August & October. I also seem to be somewhat famous for *this* picture

At which most people go and then when they discover this is NOT Yoshi's Deluxe Platter but our insane first experience with California Grill Sushi that set us back $100 LOL. It was soooo worth it but we've never ordered that much since. Typically we stick to 2 or 3 rolls now.

My DIS-inspirations are MickeyNicki & oybolshoi. Their reports are fun, filled with pictures and great commentary

TRIP BACKGROUND
March 23rd - 31st at Disney's Coronado Springs Resort. This trip is in celebration of my 25th birthday on March 25th!

CAST

Tink (Me): I'm 24 (will turn 25 during the trip) It will be my 36th trip to WDW and my 2nd time at WDW for my birthday, the last time being my 21st.
Favorite Park: Epcot
Favorite Rides:
MK = Haunted Mansion & Splash Mountain
EP = Soarin
DHS = Tower of Terror & Toy Story Mania
AK = Expedition Everest & Kilimanjaro Safaris
Favorite Restaurants:
TS = California Grill, Jiko, Kona Cafe & Tokyo Dining
CS = Flame Tree BBQ & Wolfgang Puck Express
Favorite Snack: Make Your Own from Goofy's & Dole Whip

DMom: Age withheld at penalty of death It will be her 37th trip to WDW. She is punctual and easy going at the same time (She had to learn to be with my DDad and I who are both well....stubborn and perpetually late)
Favorite Park: Epcot
Favorite Rides: Soarin & Impressions de France
Favorite Restaurants: California Grill, Jiko, Kona Cafe, Tokyo Dining
Favorite Snack: Popcorn

DDad: Age withheld as well. It will be his 37th trip to WDW. He is as much a Disney freak as me but hides it better. His favorite part of the trip is the food and spending time at World Showcase. As mentioned above...He is stubborn and perpetually late (like me).
Favorite Park: Epcot
Favorite Rides: Pirates of the Caribbean, Soarin
Favorite Restaurants: California Grill, Jiko, Kona Cafe, Tokyo Dining
Favorite Snack: Dole Whip

COMING UP NEXT: ADR Plans

 

[PISCESANGEL]

Following you over! I don't want to miss anything!!

 

[TinkerBelle_325]

Following you over! I don't want to miss anything!!

Yay! Thanks for joining in again

 

[apurplebrat]

Can't wait for the reviews!

 

[tink1957]

Sounds yummy, as usual. I can't wait to read about V & A's.

 

[TinkerBelle_325]

Can't wait for the reviews!

And I can't wait to write them!

Sounds yummy, as usual. I can't wait to read about V & A's.

I'm so excited about my 2nd visit to V&A's! I'll be interested to see what new courses there are and if I will be able to decide between the pork, or the kobe upgrade...decisions decisions

 

[TinkerBelle_325]

ADRs​

As usual, my ADR and dining plans have changed many times, but I believe this is the final version

MARCH 23rd
BREAKFAST - Toronto International Airport
LUNCH - Five Guys Burgers & Fries @ DCA Airport
DINNER - Rose & Crown Dining Room

MARCH 24th
BREAKFAST - Kusafari Cafe
LUNCH - Flame Tree BBQ
DINNER - Chefs de France

MARCH 25th
BREAKFAST - Kona Island Coffee
LUNCH - Columbia Harbor House
DINNER - Victoria & Albert's

MARCH 26th
BREAKFAST - Starring Rolls
LUNCH - Red Lobster
DINNER - Ohana

MARCH 27th
BREAKFAST - Sunshine Seasons
LUNCH - Le Cellier
DINNER - Artist Point

MARCH 28th
BREAKFAST - Wolfgang Puck Express
LUNCH - Garden View Tea (DMom & Meg)/ ESPN Club (DDad)
DINNER - California Grill

MARCH 29th
BREAKFAST - Main Street Bakery
LUNCH - Liberty Tree Tavern
DINNER - Flying Fish

MARCH 30th
BREAKFAST - Pepper Market
LUNCH - Chefs de France
DINNER - Tokyo Dining

MARCH 31st
BREAKFAST - Orlando International Airport

 

[MickeyNicki]

Count me in, I LOVE your reports and reviews!

 

[TinkerBelle_325]

Count me in, I LOVE your reports and reviews!

Hey Nicki!!

Thanks for joining in again You know I love your reviews too! Hey! My DDad is starting to become like Todd, he wants me to change ADRs at the last minute! Doesn't he realize that we are going between March Break & Easter....um hi! BUSY season!

 

[daisy hughes]

Oh YaY! This looks like so much fun...can't wait to live and eat vicariously thru ya!!

 

[MickeyNicki]

Hey Nicki!!

Thanks for joining in again You know I love your reviews too! Hey! My DDad is starting to become like Todd, he wants me to change ADRs at the last minute! Doesn't he realize that we are going between March Break & Easter....um hi! BUSY season!

I will send you the Todd Magic Change Your Reservation and Get In With No Reservation Pixie Dust ASAP!

 

[TigerKat]

I will send you the Todd Magic Change Your Reservation and Get In With No Reservation Pixie Dust ASAP!

 

[TinkerBelle_325]

I will send you the Todd Magic Change Your Reservation and Get In With No Reservation Pixie Dust ASAP!

Ok, I literally started laughing out loud at my desk when I read that! My coworkers now think I'm insane

 

[TinkerBelle_325]

Favorite Food Pics: Vintage Food​

While I'm waiting for my trip to begin (18 days!!) I thought I'd post some of my favorite food pics I started taking food pictures way back in 2005

So....

VINTAGE FOOD PORN

Artist Point May 2005

Cedar Plank Salmon with Celery Root Puree

Happiest Celebration on Earth Chocolate Torte with Blood Orange Sauce

Amuse Bouche - Seared Scallop on Mashed Potatoes topped with Crispy Shallots

Rose & Crown May 2005

Sadly Missed - Guinness Stew!

Chefs de France May 2005

Smoked Salmon Crepe Appetizer

Happiest Celebration on Earth Macaroon with Orange Sorbet and Caramel Sauce

Alfredo's May 2005 (I *so* miss this restaurant, but I haven't tried Tutto yet)

Caesar Salad

Crusty Bread with Olive Oil & Parmesan Cheese

Heirloom Tomatoes & Buffalo Mozzarella

Trio of Pasta - From Top: Fettuccine Alfredo, Gnocchi Bolognese & Penne with Marinara (this was SO good!)

Osso Bucco

 

[yakkin' yeti]

Hi! You can count me in -- we're going to be at CSR at the same time. I love reading about all the places it would be insane to take my 8-year-old boy. (He's a great kid, but 2+ hour meals are just not in the cards.)

Happy birthday, and have a wonderful trip!

 

[PrincessPaczki]

Hi! I can't wait for your trip to start. Your ADRs look delicious and there are a few that we are considering so I will be interested in your thoughts on them.

 

[lildamo]

Hello from Toronto aswell! Can't wait to read your reviews - I've enjoyed your past ones! You must be so excited to leave so soon!

 

[TinkerBelle_325]

Hi! You can count me in -- we're going to be at CSR at the same time. I love reading about all the places it would be insane to take my 8-year-old boy. (He's a great kid, but 2+ hour meals are just not in the cards.)

Happy birthday, and have a wonderful trip!

Aww thank you I'm so lucky to be spending my bday at WDW.

Hi! That's so cool that you'll be at CSR at the same time Aww well in a few years hopefully you'll be able to try some of the signatures, trust me they are so worth it! You might consider California Grill, the view and the fireworks are great ways to keep any child entertained.

Hi! I can't wait for your trip to start. Your ADRs look delicious and there are a few that we are considering so I will be interested in your thoughts on them.

Which ones are you considering? I've eaten at a good number of these restaurants already so I'd be happy to answer any questions!

Hello from Toronto aswell! Can't wait to read your reviews - I've enjoyed your past ones! You must be so excited to leave so soon!

Hi fellow Torontonian! Thanks for joining in on my reviews again I'm getting soi excited I can barely stand it! 12 days!

 

[TinkerBelle_325]

Is it time to go yet???​

12 Days!!!​

I am getting so excited for this trip that its getting hard to focus on work, though it seems like that will change today as my boss mentioned a major assignment that needs to be done before I leave for vacation

I've been listening to live365 non-stop for days, printing out all the info for my Disney binder, shopping for some clothes, getting the luggage out from the basement and even going to the airport...twice....yup that's right! I'm sure some on you are going....

My family and I have NEXUS passes. NEXUS is a border crossing program that allows pre-screening. Basically, when it comes time for us to cross the border either by car or by air we don't have to wait in line. We simply scan our NEXUS passes and walk on through.

So this year I had to renew my passport and then take it to the NEXUS office to give them the updated info. On our first visit to try and update the info the NEXUS office was closed. On our 2nd visit we had it updated.

I cannot tell you how weird it feels to be in an airport and not be going anywhere! It's like torture

We have also made a slight change to our ADRs, and for once it was me that made the changes, not DDad Our first night we are going to have dinner at the Yachtsman Steakhouse instead of the Rose & Crown. That brings the total number of signature restaurants on this trip to 4, not including Victoria & Albert's, which is in a league of its own!

 

[mkleinbe]

Jumping over to the new thread. How exciting to spend your birthday with Mickey!