Goofy's Great Birthday Bash NEW 6/2 page 34

[MrsSpratt]

 

[jaycns]

Our First Evening

By the time we had done a bit of unpacking, it was time to head out to enjoy a meal that we were both very excited about. We were going to try out Kouzzina for the first time. Goofy likes to watch the Iron Chef shows with me and was tickled pink to think of eating in one of the iron chefs' (Cat Cora's) own restaurants. On our walk down was a leisurely one. I had left way too much time to get there on time. It was literally less than three minutes from our room door to Kouzzina's front door. It took us about fifteen minutes to get there because of the exploring we did along the way and the detours that ensued. Not to mention the pictures I stopped to take. Here are some of my favorite pictures from our walk down to Kouzzina (which also happened to be our first time down on the Boardwalk).

Once we entered Kouzzina we were quickly seated and although I knew that the official opening was still almost two weeks away, everything seemed to be flowing very well. Our server was a sweetheart. She really went out of her way to make us feel welcome, share her menu favorites and was very attentive without hovering during our meal. Here's a picture of Goofy waiting to order.

After placing our order, we were given a basket of multigrain bread. It was fresh, crusty and still warm. It was served with butter sprinkled with sea salt. I could have made a meal of the bread alone. It was very tasty!

I started off with the spanakopita. It's a traditional dish that I enjoyed growing up as the granddaughter of a Greek immigrant. I really enjoyed it. Phyllo dough was filled with spinach, feta, leeks and dill. It was served on a huge pile of diced tomatoes and red onions with a few scattered chopped olives and was garnished with a ring of olive oil with a few fresh herbs scattered throughout. This dish was simply mouth watering. I once again would have been happy to make a meal out of another one of Kouzzina's pre entrée offerings! It was also big enough that Goofy and I were able to share. He picked a salad as his appetizer and although he enjoyed it, he said he liked mine more.

For Goofy's entrée he enjoyed the kid's fish meal. He had fresh pan roasted grouper with a side of herbed orzo and green beans. He ate every single bite. Goofy said the fish was very fresh (he would know, he's my sea food foodie) and he loved the way that it was prepared.

I enjoyed the cinnamon stewed chicken. It was very similar to a favorite family recipe and only my manners prevented me from licking the plate clean. To me, it was childhood comfort food with a bit of flair. I was very happy with my entrée choice! The chicken is stewed in tomatoes has a wonderful cinnamon flavor and is served on top of herbed orzo (very good) and topped with mazithra cheese. A very tasty dish indeed!

Dessert for Goofy was a kid's top-your-own sundae. Of course, he loved it!

My dessert was the Loukomades. They are little mini donut type pastries glazed with honey and sprinkled with a smidge of cinnamon. It was served two dipping sauces. One was a creamy honey/vanilla and the other a raspberry based sauce. They were both very good. There was so much of this dessert that it seemed to be made to share. I took a good portion of them back to the room and we snacked on them much later that night and the next morning.

All in all, we were both very pleased with our meal and we will be bringing the rest of the family back to enjoy it with us!

After dinner we took a stroll along the boardwalk.

One of my favorite pictures from the entire trip!

Watching the sunset along the boardwalk is a beautiful way to start an evening! Even though our explorations drew our attention away from the sky and to the actual boardwalk offerings we couldn't help but glance up now and again. The sky truly was stunning.

As we were walking, we stumbled upon our first boardwalk entertainer. He was a very entertaining slight of hand artist. We both enjoyed watching his show.

TO BE CONTINUED...

 

[aaaateamsgrandma]

I never thought I would like Greek food cause I know it involves lamb of which I don't like. But that looked and sounded delish. I could def. eat that stuff. I'm with you on your fav pic. of Goofy and the background. That is a framer. What a perfect evening you had. I know you and your precious Goofy were enjoying the together time.

Ginny

 

[swankybeth]

Wow, gorgeous pictures of the Boardwalk sunset, seriously absolutely stunning! Your meal looked delicious from Kouzzina. I loooove spanakopita and that one looked great. We are planning a breakfast there next trip but dinner looked amazing.

 

[Nicole786]

Great Kouzinna review! One of the many places i'd love to try when I eventually stop going back to my comfort restaurants like Kona and Le Cellier lol

 

[MrsSpratt]

Jay -

Goofy looks so grown up and self assured (and HANDSOME!) I think I will have to refer to him as simply "Goof" - he is too big for the diminuative! (and now I'm kinda' frightened by what Alladin is going to look like...at least we have Buzz!)

Kouzzina has never interested me, but that looked DELISH!

Thanks for the update...

Jaime

 

[SoonerGirl]

Gorgeous Boardwalk pics, Jay! I really haven't had any interest in Kouzzina (just not into Greek food) but you almost make me want to try it!!

 

[lilpapsgirl]

Mrs. Jay as a woman who married a greek man and took a last name Pappas...that was the best looking Greek food I have ever seen. My husband and I will deff. check this place out next time we are in Disney!!!

 

[shannn]

Jay! You started your TR while I was in Disney, and I just realized it. I've been so busy with my own trippie I just now checked on my subscriptions!

I agree that your Goofy is growing up right before our eyes. What a handsome young man he is. I love his quiet strength. Your boys are such unique kids - how cool it is to get to spend trips with them separately.

I love seeing all the pictures of the Boardwalk. We're seriously considering buying into DVC and it's one of the resorts we're looking at.

 

[KatMark]

Beautiful Boardwalk pictures. The food looks yummy...guess it will have to go on our "to do list."

 

[heaven2dc]

What a great place to spend your 10th birthday - WDW and Boardwalk Inn! The view is fantastic and the pics of the sunset are breathtaking We just love the Boardwalk resort. I was a little sad that Spoodles was replaced but looks like Kouzinna is a hit already.

 

[jess98ac]

Those are awesome Boardwalk pics. I can't WAIT to spend a night strolling around there. I fell in love with it the first time I went there in 1997, and I really want to stay there someday.

Thanks for the Kouzzina review. DH and I have ADRs there and Flying Fish for one night, and I still can't decide which one to cancel!!

 

[mymainmouse]

Looks like your trip is off to a fabulous start! All of your food looks delicious!

 

[CJsMom]

All caught up and ready to hear about more adventures with Goofy! Great pictures so far!

 

[praisehisname]

Yum, what a great meal!!! And the pictures of the Boardwalk area at twilight are gorgeous!

Denise

 

[disneydusted]

Jay, that looked like an amazing dinner at Kouzzinas! Whenever we get back to Disney I am planning on eating there! Love Greek food!
An evening walk on the Boardwalk is just plain fun, so much energy, excitement.. the music, the restaurants... I'm glad you guys had a good time!

 

[MomtoLexi]

What a wonderful start to your vacation, Jay. Add me to those who think Goofy is very handsome. Great pics. More, please!

 

[mdrob214]

And now I think I want to add Kouzzina to my next trip!

 

[LexisAuntieLala]

Wow! The food at Kouzzina looks and sounds soooo yummy! I may need to rethink our restaurant choices for our December trip! Great report so far (of course).....great photos, great play by play!

 

[MouseTriper]

That food looked delicious Jay!!! How exciting that your own little food critic got to enjoy it with you!!! He is so cute!