Alaskans Thawing (Freezing) and Eating (DxDDP) 11/28 to 12/08/2010

[DodgerMessa]

Joining in and great reviews. Thanks for sharing.

You are very welcome!

 

[DodgerMessa]

Sorry it took soo long to update. Had to work (ie: Pay for this Trip). We started the day (12/01/2010) at Tusker House. I do not know what was up but the place was in complete chaos. They were a half hour late letting anyone in and the CM's were at a complete loss of what to do. We finally got in and the food was very disappointing and the CM's were very distracted and looked very stressed. I was not impressed.
We didn't take a lot of pic's.

Some Food

Samosa's, Rotis Chicken, Sweet Potatoes and potatoes. Not very good.

The Check - $70.26

Things did get bright on the Dining front though. Our Next stop was Citrico's. Crazy yummy food.

We had to wait a little bit because we were early so we walked around the GF lobby. I am very amazed at this structure;

and

Crazy Huh?

On to Citrico's --

Appetizers

DW - Gâteau of Crab. Lump Crab, Orange-Fennel Cream, and Tomato-Fennel Slaw. She said it was heavenly.

DS - Escabèche Frutti di Mare. Citrus-marinated Seared Rock Shrimp, Black Grouper, Prince Edward Island Mussels, and Lump Crab with Yellow Watermelon and Meyer Lemon Oil. He didn't like it much (picky eater) but I LOVED finishing it for Him.

Me - Arancini Crispy Risotto with Crimini Mushrooms, Asiago, and Charred Tomato Coulis. I Love Risotto done this way.

Entree

DW - Braised Short Ribs. Sweet Potato Gratin, Sautéed Mustard Greens, and Blood Orange Demi-glace. Excellent Dish.

DS - Grilled Atlantic Swordfish. with Pappardelle Pasta, Sun-dried Tomatoes, White Wine, and Aglio e Olio, and Green English Pea Reduction. He LOVED this He still talks about this dish.

Me - Pan-seared Florida Black Grouper. Fregula Pasta, Little Neck Clams, Rock Shrimp in Tomato, and Saffron Sauce with Olive Oil Crostini. Tres Yummo!

Dessert

DW - Tasting of Gelato featuring Toasted Almond, Raspberry, and Double Chocolate.

DS and Me - Warm Chocolate-Banana Torte with Vanilla Ice Cream and Handcrafted Belgium Couverture Chocolate Crown. Believe me -- To Die For!. I am generally not a banana fan but the CM convinced me to try and I was not disappointed.

The Check - $186.78

 

[DodgerMessa]

I tried this Combination in 2008 and have CRAVED it every since that time. It is made to order at Goofy's Candy Company. I DARE YOU to even challenge that this isn't the very best snack EVER! It is a Rice Crispie Mickey head, Dipped in Dark Chocolate and then Rolled in Pecans. YUM!

 

[Linda67]

Oh wow, I have to go to Citricos

 

[DodgerMessa]

Oh wow, I have to go to Citricos

A definite MUST DO. It is on my list of places to do again next time.

 

[annie1995]

Awesome reviews and loving the pictures!!! Can't wait for more!!!

 

[alaskanabbott]

I'm following for two reasons #1 we're fellow Alaskans, (Soldotna) and we love FOOD too!

 

[floridascgirl]

We can't wait to try Sanaa in February!

 

[TDluvsDaisy]

Oh yeah this is cool!!! Loved your Saana review! Too funny!

Citricos is now a fam favorite. I can't believe we waited so long to go there!

The deluxe dining plan rocks!! I'm looking forward to more...

 

[amandadisney]

Great reviews. Loved the Goofys Candy Co picture. My fiance and I always have to hit the Candy Co early AND late in the trip to make some yummos for snacking during the week and then at home. Have never made a rice krispy treat before....but we might have to in two weeks when we go!

 

[TigerKat]

So glad y'all enjoyed Citricos, it's been our favorite signature for a few years now!

 

[Ela1972]

Sorry to jump in so late. Love your reviews!

We are trying the DXDDP for the first time in November - looking forward to it.

Don't mean to be stupid (it just happens) but are Sanaa and Citrico's both open for lunch?
I am having a restaurant meltdown whilst looking for 2 nice places for a very late lunch before MNSSHP.

I am glad you had a great time. I especially like to see the receipt photo's.

 

[lilandvisma]

Great reviews! thanks

 

[DodgerMessa]

Awesome reviews and loving the pictures!!! Can't wait for more!!!

Thank You. I will try to update again soon.

I'm following for two reasons #1 we're fellow Alaskans, (Soldotna) and we love FOOD too!

Howdy from the Mat-Su to You. FOOD,,,, nuf said!

We can't wait to try Sanaa in February!

You won't be Sorry..

Oh yeah this is cool!!! Loved your Saana review! Too funny!

Citricos is now a fam favorite. I can't believe we waited so long to go there!

The deluxe dining plan rocks!! I'm looking forward to more...

Citico's and Sanaa those two alone make me want to recklessly charge up the Visa and go again,, TODAY!

DxDDP saved our Bank Account, kind of.. One thing that I was negligent in factoring was the cost of gratuitie$. When you go out more you spend more and also when you go to Signature Dining locations you spend more thus making gratuitie$ costlier. I gave the 18-20% at most locations. It came out to about $550 for the trip. Next time I will plan for this.

Great reviews. Loved the Goofys Candy Co picture. My fiance and I always have to hit the Candy Co early AND late in the trip to make some yummos for snacking during the week and then at home. Have never made a rice krispy treat before....but we might have to in two weeks when we go!

LOVE GOOFYS . Definitely do the Rice Crispie treat. You won't be sorry. I wish they would bring back the snack credits for use on the make your own creations though.

So glad y'all enjoyed Citricos, it's been our favorite signature for a few years now!

LOVED IT!!!!

Sorry to jump in so late. Love your reviews!

We are trying the DXDDP for the first time in November - looking forward to it.

Don't mean to be stupid (it just happens) but are Sanaa and Citrico's both open for lunch?
I am having a restaurant meltdown whilst looking for 2 nice places for a very late lunch before MNSSHP.

I am glad you had a great time. I especially like to see the receipt photo's.

Great reviews! thanks

You won't be sorry with the DxDDP, just stuffed. Sanaa is open for lunch. Citrico's is only open for dinner. A good lunch alternative is Kona (over at Poly) or LeCellier (EPCOT). We did both those locations 2 years ago and they were EXCELLENT.

 

[DodgerMessa]

First off, I want to say sorry for taking sooooo long to get back to this. Work has been cazynuts....

Day 5 started with Lunch at Tony's Town Square Restaurant. They were filming the Christmas parade that day making it a nightmare to navigate Main Street.

Appetizers

DS - Tomato and Mozzarella Salad. Tomatoes, fresh Mozzarella, Basil, and a Balsamic Dressing.

DW - Mixed Greens tossed in our House Dressing topped with Feta and Croutons.

Me -Calamari topped with Olive Relish and served with a side of Marinara Sauce.

Entree

DW - Multigrain Pasta Primavera, Seasonal Vegetables tossed in Garlic and Olive Oil with Balsamic Glaze and Feta. She LOVED it.

Me - Chicken Parmigiana Lightly Breaded Chicken Breast with Marinara Sauce topped with Parmigiana over Spaghetti. It was Okay. Nothing super special.

DS - Spaghetti with Meatballs with Marinara Sauce.

Dessert

DW - Spumoni Layers of Ice Cream with Pistachio Nuts and Cherries.

and what's in it

DS - Ice Cream Bomb
Chocolate and Vanilla Ice Cream covered in a rich Chocolate Coating.

Me - Pistachio Crème Brûlée. This was really good. In the little cone next to the Brulee were candy roasted pistachios. A great textural and flavor addition.

The Check

The Bill - $101.43

 

[DodgerMessa]

We had Dinner at Artist's Point. I LOVED this place.

Appetizers

DW - Mixed Greens Salad with Orange Honey Vinaigrette, Asian Pears, and Maytag Blue Cheese.

DS - Dungeness Crab Cake with Meyer Lemon Aïoli and Mâche Lettuce.

Me - Special Appetizer. Beet Salad. Beets, Micro-Greens. Reduced Gastric and Lava Sea Salt.

Entree

DS - Cedar Plank-roasted King Salmon with Roasted Baby Fennel, Marble Potatoes, Pinot Noir Beurre Rouge, and Crispy Truffle Chips.

DW - Grilled Beef Tenderloin with Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Blue Lake Green Beans, and Espresso Reduction.

Me - Roasted Venison Loin with Herb Spätzle, Cranberry – Mustard Reduction, and Black Pepper Gremolata. PERFECTION!

Dessert

DW - Artist Point Cobbler. Seasonal Berries and House-Made Black Raspberry Ice Cream.

DS - Child's Menu Sundae.

Me - Baked Apple Tart with House-Made Vanilla Ice Cream and Apple Cider Caramel Sauce.

The Check

The Bill - $196.37

 

[podsnel]

I agree- Artist's Point is fabulous- loved it! Sanaa, too- I'll be eating there for the FIFTH time this May!! Enjoying all your pics!

 

[Tarheel Tink]

Enjoying this! I at your Brown Derby Cobb salad description of "leafy slurry"! I now can put into words why I don't enjoy their salad. Love the flavor but not loving the texture. I can now substitute Leafy Slurry for my former Blender Salad.