Aww, thanks for popping in! Most of the action right now is over on my December PTR. Come join us... You're missing out on the double-digits dance party!Boo! Just checking for updates.
This time, I mostly blame @chunkymonkey and her PTR of deliciousness. 
Yaaaassss!
I will have an AP for the trip so I'm thinking about hitting up a park early in the morning than napping at the resort. I like the idea of a late lunch and the Grand Floridian menu does look quite tasty! I need to take a look at this years crowd calendar to get a better idea of my plans!
203 days until Park Hours!
241 days until ADRs!
361 days until FP+!
421 days until WDW!
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Hey, ya'll!
So, I'm sitting here daydreaming about... what else, of course? FOOD, GLORIOUS FOOD.
Therefore, as promised in the intro to this thread... Since I can't EAT all these delicious things on my mind right now, I'm gonna talk about them! I'll break this up into two posts, so here are the first half of the restaurants on the current version of my hoped-for noms for this trip!
ULTIMATE ADR WISHLIST - PART 1
BOATWRIGHT'S DINING HALL
Dinner
If I keep my room reservation at Port Orleans Riverside, then I'll be having dinner here on my first night! I was on the fence about it, but @kastoney and her review of it swayed me.
Menu Here: https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/dining/port-orleans-resort-riverside/boatwright-dining-hall/menus/
I'll likely start by ordering the classic...
SOUTHERN HURRICANE
Myer's Platinum and Original Dark Rums with Tropical Juices topped with a float of Southern Comfort.
(Photo from EasyWDW.com)
None of the apps here jump out at me, so I'll probably just go straight for an entree. I'm torn between this...
VOODOO CHICKEN (& Waffles!)
Crispy Battered Chicken Breast and Fluffy Golden Waffles topped with Maple-Bacon Gravy.
(I totally 100% stole this picture off of @kastoney 's trip report and didn't even ask first. Thanks, Kari!)
Or this...
THE BIG EASY (with a side of Sauteed Mushrooms)
10 oz Grilled New York Strip with Peppercorn Cream served with Crawfish Mac & Cheese.
(Couldn't find a photo, and I'm normally a Ribeye girl, but MAN does that mac & cheese sound delicious!)
Or this!
CHARLESTON SHRIMP & GRITS
Sautéed Shrimp with Vegetables, Tasso Ham, and fresh Herbs served over creamy Cheese Grits.
(Photo from EasyWDW.com)
And for dessert, I'm thinking...
BREW DU KREWE
Espresso-Chocolate Cake with Mocha Ganache and fresh Whipped Cream.
(Which I also couldn't find a photo of, but it sounds AMAZING!)
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YACHTSMAN STEAKHOUSE
Dinner
However, if I'm able to upgrade to the Beach Club as I'm hoping to, I'm going to splurge on my first night amd treat myself! I rarely indulge in Signature restaurants, and this one is absolutely calling to me!
Menu Here: https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/dining/yacht-club-resort/yachtsman-steakhouse/menus/
I would start with a glass or two (or three) of wine, and maybe the...
LOBSTER BISQUE
Maine Lobster, Crème Fraîche, Preserved Lemon, Fine Herbes.
(Photo from pinterest.com)
And I definitely know my entree, this is the whole reason I want to go there. A perfect, medium-rare...
16-OZ PRIME RIB-EYE STEAK
With Brioche, Bone Marrow, Point Reyes Blue Cheese Butter.
(Photo from yelp.com)
With a side of...
TRUFFLE MACARONI & CHEESE
Orecchiette Pasta and Reypenaer.
(Photo from pinterest.com)
And for dessert, perhaps...
CREME BRULEE
Vanilla Custard and Mixed Berries.
(Photo from passporterboards.com)
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LIBERTY TREE TAVERN
Lunch
LTT is one that has been on my bucketlist for a long time, and I'm very ready to finally cross is off!
Menu: https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/dining/magic-kingdom/liberty-tree-tavern/menus/lunch/
I would start off with an app that is listed as being "for two," but clearly they don't know me...
CRAB AND LOBSTER DIP
(Photo from disneytouristblog.com)
And then I'm most certainly having this amazing-looking sandwich...
LIBERTY BOYS BLT
Slow-roasted Pork Belly, fresh Greens, and Tomatoes on House-made Bread with Caramelized Shallots and Mushroom-Mayonnaise Spread.
(Photo from disneyfoodblog.com)
Then dessert, of course, the entire reason I'm coming here for lunch...
OOEY GOOEY TOFFEE CAKE
Vanilla Cake with a Gooey Toffee Filling, Caramel Sauce, and Vanilla Ice Cream.
(Photo from throughheatherslookingglass.com)
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TO BE CONTINUED...
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So, I'm sitting here daydreaming about... what else, of course? FOOD, GLORIOUS FOOD.
VOODOO CHICKEN (& Waffles!)
Crispy Battered Chicken Breast and Fluffy Golden Waffles topped with Maple-Bacon Gravy.
(I totally 100% stole this picture off of @kastoney 's trip report and didn't even ask first. Thanks, Kari!)
YACHTSMAN STEAKHOUSE
Dinner
LOBSTER BISQUE
Maine Lobster, Crème Fraîche, Preserved Lemon, Fine Herbes.
(Photo from pinterest.com)
And I definitely know my entree, this is the whole reason I want to go there. A perfect, medium-rare...
16-OZ PRIME RIB-EYE STEAK
With Brioche, Bone Marrow, Point Reyes Blue Cheese Butter.
(Photo from yelp.com)
With a side of...
TRUFFLE MACARONI & CHEESE
Orecchiette Pasta and Reypenaer.
(Photo from pinterest.com)
And for dessert, perhaps...
CREME BRULEE
Vanilla Custard and Mixed Berries.
(Photo from passporterboards.com)
Wow, it sounds like you had a great food day. I need to hang with you!
Because it probably IS all so yummy! I'll find out next year!
Girl, if you only knew how much time I spend doing that...
I cannot WAIT to get my mouth on that cake! OM NOM NOM. And while I've heard great things about the Colony Saland, I just can't. Eating a salad while on vacation just goes against everything I stand for.
Well, you have TWO other trips to plans before October 2016... I only have the one, and I've about planned all that I can plan for it!Wow, you are more on the ball than me with the plans...hard to do, sister!
That's a great idea! As for me, I'm using it as my "rest" day in the middle of the trip. A day to not have to set an alarm clock, sleep as late as my body will let me (which on vacation usually isn't very late), and then just enjoy my resort. Maybe find me a hot tub, followed by lounging in a pool chair with a book and a mimosa or two. Then back to my room to get cleaned up and ready for my lunch at the Grand Floridian Cafe, followed by MNSSHP!
I've been peeping the crowd calendars. The numbers could be lower, but they're not crazy either. Pretty mid-range all week!
I never joke about food. Ever.
Me too, lady!You had me with that pic of the Southern Hurricane. Rum is my drink, girlie!
It's one of those that I think looks delicious, but that I don't think I would make a special trip for. But whenever I end up staying at POR, be it on this trip or another one, I'm going to make sure to try it!
Happy I can help! I hope you'll do a dining report when you get back so I can hear all about it and drool!I just got ADRs for Yachtsman and LTT (lunch of course) for my February trip. Your pics are only confirming my choices!!
I'm a ribeye girl through-and-through. And doesn't that creme brulee look amazing? YUM!
I haven't read great reviews of it. But there's been plenty of stuff I've read horrible reviews of at WDW, but tried it anyway and loved. And vise-a-versa too, actually. So I've learned to take reviews with a grain of salt, if something looks good to me, just try it for myself!
Can't wait to read all about them! I tend to wait to do my series on daily itineraries until after my FP+ are finalized, so food talk ALWAYS happens in my threads well before that.
Yeah, I'm making a point of trying it when I stay there, since I can't see making a special trip over there for it. It seems like one of those "hidden gem" sort of places, though!
So I've read for years! I'm looking forward to finally experiencing it for myself!
That dog is my spirit animal. F'realz.Saw this and thought of you
Xoxo
That happens to me too ALL THE TIME.
You and me both, girl!
No way, dude. I'm eager to try it!The steak with bone marrow @yachtsman looks amazing but for some reason the bone marrow scares me just a little bit
Me too! I'll know once the military rates for 2016!
I don't know that I would make a special trip there. But I think if you're staying at POR, it's probably worth checking out for sure!Ooh, yum! Now you have me wondering if I should try to squeeze in a Boatwright's ADR somewhere in my jammed schedule
I'm looking forward to the bone marrow adventure! I mean, if I don't like it, I'm still going to have PLENTY of other delicious food to eat, so no loss, right?
Me too, girl! Me too.
Exactly. I can't imagine making a special trip for it, but if you're staying there anyhow, then definitely check it out, right?
It does look crazy tasty, doesn't it? I can't wait!!! (Well, I have to wait, because this particular trip is still 14 months away, but you get my drift!)
I always love your input, Sarah!
I think you're 100% right about the steak. And I'm actually now considering ordering the shrimp & grits as an appetizer. Then having the chicken & waffles as an entree. Because I'm fat.
I knowwwww, I'm dying to try it! I could do without all the onion straws on top though, so I'll probably order it without those.
I always want cake.
Can't wait to read all about them! I tend to wait to do my series on daily itineraries until after my FP+ are finalized, so food talk ALWAYS happens in my threads well before that.
Yeah, I'm making a point of trying it when I stay there, since I can't see making a special trip over there for it. It seems like one of those "hidden gem" sort of places, though!
Happy I can help! I hope you'll do a dining report when you get back so I can hear all about it and drool!
I've yet to have a DisMeet! Can you believe it?! I mean, it's probably for the best, since I'm WAAAAY cooler and funnier on the internet.
But I do plan on getting together with @hokieinpa during this October 2016 trip for some shenanigans, hopefully! Oh for sure! If I keep my booking at POR, he's definitely on my list of things to check out while I'm there!You should think about a stop in at Yeehaw Bob's one night while you're there! I think there are a lot of resort restaurants that fall into that category...
Beep beep!
I'm on my way! 
I've yet to have a DisMeet! Can you believe it?! I mean, it's probably for the best, since I'm WAAAAY cooler and funnier on the internet.
