At long last, Nicki & Todd are going back to WDW, LIVE!

[MickeyNicki]

Yay - I'm already feeling some martinis!!!

Hope to try one at Citrico's...maybe they will have the same ones

You should have ordered the cinnamon BUN instead of the cinnamon BUT. It probably would have tasted much better!

I would blame it on TWI (typing while intoxicated) but that would not be true

I agree that the filet at Narcoosees is not that good. I ordered mine medium well and they butterflied it without asking me and it was so tough and chewy! Better luck tomorrow!

I hope all the meals are much better!

You know what that means. The tickets to MVMCP means you CANNOT yell at Todd for any dining changes.

I'm so sorry you didn't enjoy your meal at Narcoosees. I know this is one of the ones you were really looking forward to trying.

Nope, no arguing about any dining ressies although he is trying to get out of some of them

I really wanted to like Narcoosse's but it is one of those places he will not give a second chance to.

Sorry you didn't have a better dinner. I was fairily shocked by the way many people were dressed at signatures places last year. I agree...I'm not about to pack a little black dress and heels for my Disney vacation, but... well, there is a limit!

I realize that its possible, as anything is, but how can you be as miserable as your dining companions were at DISNEYWORLD??? Did they not know where they were? So sad to think they made their son cry.

But, hey, it ended well and there are a lot more nights to come! Thanks for sharing.

I wonder what I am going to get into at my other meals? As long as there is no more fighing I will be happy. You know what they were arguing about the most? What was the date that she planned the trip and the date that he booked the tickets....I mean come on, who cares??? You are here now so what does it matter????

 

[disnut1149]

Hi,

I love your reviews. I was thinking about trying Narcoosees in May, but after reading your review, I think we'll skip it. Also, you're lucky you could get into the new Werthers caramel store. When I was there in September, you couldn't even get near the counter the store was so packed with people. I'll have to try again in May. Have fun tomorrow!! I'm looking forward to more reviews!!

 

[GoofySon'sMom]

Wow, sorry you didn't enjoy your meal at Narcoosees for the food and your rude table neighbors. This is one restaurant I am looking forward to trying next trip. That and the Yachtman are the only two signatures we haven't tried and in my quest to eat at every restaurant, they are both on my wish list. Hopefully tonight was just an off night for them. Your salad did look devine as I am a huge blue cheese lover so maybe there is hope!

Looking forward to La Hacienda tomorrow!

 

[dizneeat]

It surprises me every time HOW people are dressed at signatures! We always try to dress in black pants, shirt and a nice blouse and Tom sometimes even wears a tie at CG, and then we sit next to people in shorts and T-shirts!

I would have loved both your entrees! I love cheese and have tried my first cheeseplate last summer!
Your salad with blue cheese looked yum too!
We only have been to Narcoossee's once and didn't like our entrees either. So sorry it happened to you too!
Your dessert looked so good! I could really eat that now for breakfast!

Sleep well and have a great day today!

 

[rodeo65]

Oops - missed the first couple of days live, but I'm back now.

I'm sorry your Narcoossee's dinner was not great. We're trying CG in January and it's our first signature meal, so hopefully it will go well. And we won't make our kids cry.

I'm getting so excited reading a live review - I can see it in my head more than after trip reviews.

 

[cbg1027]

I just love Karin and Tom! The weather was cold last night and it is 58 and pure sunshine today, going up to 77 so that is perfect F&W weather...the crowds might be another story

I promise to take tons of pictures from now on and I like the blame Todd thing too

January is a great time to go, I will work my magic on him and see what we can do!

How is the pup?

Sounds like the weather is just wonderful. I'm a little nervous it will be too cold for my grandma in January! But I like Florida cold weather...it's almost never too cold for me.

Zach is getting better and better, but only time will tell if this will become a chronic problem. He's still eating the special food from the vet so we don't know what will happen once she starts to switch him back to his regular food. Thanks for asking.

Those food court breakfast never really do anything for me either. It's just expensive sustenance to hold me over til I can get to the good stuff!

Man I'm so sad I won't get to sample the Cosmo Slush! I still haven't tried the Grey Goose Citron though so I guess I have that to look forward to.

I noticed the plates for all the food - looks like they ran out! Up until your photos all the plates were black and white. The ones with the design aren't good for photographing the food. Booo Disney!



Also from France is the short ribs with mashed potatoes. Todd loved this and I just got one little bite! It was super tender and flavorful, wish it tasted like that at Chefs de France, the last time I had that it was a dish full of fat.

Is the Oolong Peach Schnapps Frozen Tea drink available all the time or is that a special F & W item? It sounds yummy.

I'm not big on Chinese food but the Black pepper shrimp and noodles looks tasty.

40 people long lines? Sheesh!

That caramel stuff looks amazing....another thing to go on my list. Oh so much food, so little time. What's a girl to do???

When you said you were going to Narcoossee's I wanted to warn you! We really are foodie twins! You said exactly how I feel about Narcoossee's - for the cost, it's just not worth it!
I had the same experience - a very nice salad, entrees were kinda meh. I didn't try dessert when I went. scared1: I know, I know...it was late and I was super tired.)

I can't believe they let a girl in slippers eat there! If you have a dress code....enforce it!

The orange cheese looks and sounds like it might be Mimolette. It's a French cheese, I'm not really a fan of it. One of the few I don't like!

Maybe I will have to try Narcoossee's again one day for apps and desserts. Your desserts look yummy.

Then we have the Dismeet at 1pm at the Ditch and back to the room for a nap.
!

*Sniff Sniff* Sorry I won't be there. I'll miss you guys. Have fun though. Cathy said she would take on the task of drinking an extra margarita for me...so make sure she does!

 

[Linda67]

Hi Nikki

Just caught up and loving your reviews and pictures

I cannot wait to get myself into the Caramel Kitchen - Wow it looks sooooo good

I am thinking of giving Narcoosees a go despite your review. I have always thought that the location and atmosphere looks great, shame you had such nasty people sitting nearby

Looking forward to hearing more

Linda

 

[lynn46356]

Can't sleep so what else is there to do but look for an update!!!! I'm in luck too. Sorry about your dinner. The steak looks small and less than tasty. I'm a farmer's daughter and my dad raised cattle for beef so I am very picky about my meat. Better luck today! Oh, and I love the anniversary present. I hope you will go off topic a little and report on the party. I'm still sitting on the fence.

 

[Disneymama5816]

I am sorry that you didn't enjoy Narcoosees. My DH and I were just reading your review while having our coffee. We were thinking about it for our annual Aug trip, but I think we will pass. The MVMCP tickets ALMOST make up for a bad meal. Good Job Todd!!!! I never understand why parents make ADRs for dinner with little children. Being at Disney is so exhausting/exciting for them. Adding a late/long dinner is just a recipe for disaster both for the family AND the diners around them.
I cannot WAIT to go over to the Werther's store. We are gonna be there in 42 days - shhhh this is the Secret Santa Trip. My kids (and mama) are gonna LOVE us some cupcakes and caramel.
Keep up the GREAT reviews. Hope you have a fabulous F&W day.

 

[llqool]

First time we missed the F&W Festival in years, but living vicariously through your report. The crowd level sounds scary, tho' -- we usually went the opening weekend and it was the same. I think next time (next fall I hope!!!) we will try to go right in the middle so we can enjoy ourselves.

*Do* try WPE for breakfast. In all the years we had been going to WPE for dinner, we had never tried the breakfast before. Last Dec we had some CS credits to use up on our last day and we tried it. Wow!!!! It was awesome. The French toast was incredible. Tons of food. The CMs were trying to tell us to split everything, but we said "we have credits to use up and we want to try all the different entrees" LOL.

 

[skunk]

Nicki,

FYI - when you go to Fulton's later this week, you may want to check out the new Pollo Campero, which includes a Babycakes NYC Bakery. They have pumpkin cupcakes!!

http://www.disunplugged.com/2010/11/13/pollo-campero-opens-at-downtown-disney-at-walt-disney-world/

 

[floridascgirl]

I'm having so much fun reading your updates. Thanks so much for taking the time to write them each day. I know that when I get back to the room after a day in the parks, I'm wiped out. I don't think you could pay me to upload photos and construct meaningful sentences.

 

[NOLA_Tink]

Nicki, As always, your reviews & pics are really great! Thank you soooooo much for posting your Narcoossee's review. Like y'all, it's a place that we want cross off of our list. We're going there next Sunday for our anniversary & I've been looking for an updated menu everywhere, but couldn't find one. I'm bummed that the lamb wellington is off of the menu, but I'm very happy to have a heads-up. I'm also sorry to hear that your food was subpar, but you completely saved me from ordering the pork (it's definitely what I would have ordered too). I think I'll stick with the salad, a few apps, & dessert instead.
I hope the rest of your trip is awesome!

 

[BlueSkies]

Nicki Sorry to hear that you did not enjoy your entrees at Narcoosees...That is usually a must do for us because we have always enjoyed our dinners there...

But a friend of mine ate there 2 weeks ago and said the same thing that you did..she was not happy with her surf and turf at all...???

How nice that you were at one of those table with a view...and what a view...!

How awful about the rude table neighbors though.....! And the under dressed people...I thought that they had a dress code...???

 

[TigerKat]

Hey Nick! Trying to play catch up here....

One of my fave snacks at the F&W booths was the lettuce wrap, I'm glad you enjoyed it as well!

We made it into the caramel shop but it was right after it opened and it was packed but I managed to get the caramel & chocolate dipped strawberry which was pretty good. It looks like they have a much bigger selection now!!

I'm so sorry you had a bad experience at Nasrcoossee's, I know you were really looking forward to it. We went once and will probably never go again. It's definitely not on the same level as the other signature restaurants in our opinion.

How sweet of Todd to surprise you with the MVMCP tickets!

 

[tinacaplan]

I wonder what I am going to get into at my other meals? As long as there is no more fighing I will be happy. You know what they were arguing about the most? What was the date that she planned the trip and the date that he booked the tickets....I mean come on, who cares??? You are here now so what does it matter????

I agree. I am sure today will be a much better day, dining companion-wise.

 

[OurDogCisco]

Omgosh... that couple at dinner sounds unbelievable. You know that is one thing I dislike about customer service and how customers are always right. Because you know what if you don't have maturity you aren't "right". But oh, well. Sorry they made for sour evening.

Your reviews are great! I hope you are having a grand day today.

And, I love your anniversary gift: MVMCP!!! I'd be in heaven.

 

[disneyfav4ever]

I'm sorry Narcossees didn't really work out. Some people can be so rude and disruptive! When I had the surf and turf there I had the exact opposite thought on the food, the filet was really good, and the lobster tail was really rubbery. Your desserts look so good though, and so do the cheese and salad.

I hope you love Hacienda tonight. I'm sure you will.

 

[dmoore718]

I love it!!!! I'm in for the long haul!!! Can't wait to read more!! Have a great trip!

 

[bangzoom6877]

I'm in...I'm SO in!! We went to WDW in July, and our next trip isn't until July 2012...so I have to live vicariously through dining reviews here to get my "fix" in the meantime! I have always enjoyed reading your reviews in the past!

So your anniversary is the 17th, huh? Ours is November 18th! This Thursday will be 9 years for us! Great time of year to get married!

Looking forward to reading more!