Thank you for your wonderful reviews!!!
I love Sanaa and I truly feel I have had better service there, out of all of our TS experiences.
The food is to die for and I only wish that they had the butter chicken when I was there. I had the short rib/shrimp combo.
Loved the Grand Floridian Tea! I went with a dear friend and it was a wonderful experience.
I am now 'homesick' and hungry!!
I feel Mara is a hidden gem! They have fantastic soups and a varied se;ection on their menu. Oh wow, now I am REALLY homesick and extra hungry!!!
The Butter Chicken wasn't on the menu at Sanaa when we were there in 2011, either. It is a fantastic addition! I would say that I can't imagine not ordering it next time we visit...I think I've found my "must have" entree at Sanaa!
The Tea at GF is very special! I try to make it there once per vacation.
Loved your awesome reviews and pics, looks like you had an amazing time with your family in the happiest place on earth!
Thanks so much for sharing your experiences.
Thank you for following along! We did have such a wonderful time!
I am reading along and enjoying your reviews!
We have Paciugo as well in Minneapolis. It is sooo good! My favorites are Cinnamon, Peanut Butter Coffee, and Brown Sugar waffle Cone! Yum, i want some now!
I am so addicted to Paciugo! My favorite flavors are the Mediterranean Sea Salt Caramel, Fondente Dark Chocolate and the Italian Trifle.
I wanted to pop back in and explain some corrections that I made to my AP reviews. After consulting with DS25, he told me he DID NOT care for the pork belly appetizer at AP because it was so fatty. Also, it was the amuse bouche with the tuna tartare that he feels was one of the best things he's ever eaten!
Pork belly can be absolutely delicious, but I always cut off the strip of fat that comes with it because I don't like the flavor or texture. I guess your DS is like me in that he doesn't enjoy the fat (some people do).
Great reviews - I'm glad that so many places were really great, such as Via Napoli and Artist Point. Your reviews definitely have me excited about returning to WDW.
Fat trimming--I am sure he wishes he would have thought of that! I am glad you followed along with my reviews and I look forward to following your upcoming reviews which will be here in the blink of an eye! Lucky you!
I've enjoyed your reviews so very much. Your family certainly has a great history with visiting Walt Disney World making your reviews so informative.
Thanks for sharing!
Our many visits really do influence how we do things and how we look at things! I am so happy you found my reviews informative! Thank you!
Thank You for easing the long wait till October for me, these food/Trip reports Definately help in getting me throught the Time between Vacations.
Glad to help with the wait-time until October! It will be here before you know it!
Oh my! I'm late for joining but a huge fan of all your reviews.
Interesting that your Captain's Grill breakfast could have been exactly mine from a few years ago. The service and the food were aweful. But... I decided to give it another try and order off the menu and it was actually good. Go figure!
Oh, and I'm a fan of AP - especially the portobello mushroom soup! Ahhhhh... soooo delish!
Seeing your La Hacienda photos makes me very eager to go there for the Botana and the taco trio. Mmmmmm....
Thanks for taking the time to share.
Emmysmommy...just returning the favor in writing reviews as I have so enjoyed your in the past! I am glad you were able to finally have a good experience at Captain's Grill, but I think it would be many, many, many years before our family would risk dining there again (we had been once for dinner years ago and had a decent experience but a server with English language difficulties).
Originally, I had a 6 pm ADR for La Hacienda--as I was reading reviews suggesting that you are NOT guaranteed an Illuminations view, etc., so I decided to play it safe and not get our hopes up. Then...I changed my mind and thought since we had already viewed the show so many times what could it hurt to take the gamble and try for the Illuminations view. I am soooo glad we took the chance and would like to suggest that you also try for the seating...not just go for the food. It's the two factors together that can really knock your socks off. Just don't get your own hopes or those of others built up...just in case!
Excellent reviews, Belle! And the fact that you wrote and posted them all in less than 4 days is truly awe-inspiring to me.
You noticed! Yes, once I started reviewing I couldn't think of much else until I completed them! It's like a cloud of responsibility hanging over my head!
It has been so nice, jabead, having you ride along and help me! I'll be on the lookout for your next reviews!
Thank you for taking the time to share your reviews with us!
You're welcome!
Thank you so much for your wonderful reviews! AP was our best meal in 2010! DS was only 3 at the time and had been a bit of a problem during any TS we had this trip. Miraculously, we got AP as an early walk up and DS fell asleep right before we went in!
DH and I enjoyed a wonderful meal free of any toddler distractions. We especially enjoyed all of the Pacific northwest wine and foods (cheese!) that we are unable to get here in Ontario, Canada. Sadly, the only U.S wine that can be purchased in Ontario is from California. Very good wine, however it was great to experience wine from another region. I would love to now try both Via Napoli and TE, because of your reviews! But our upcoming Aug. trip is "ADR complete" and I'm afraid we will have no time.
Your DS3 falling asleep so you could enjoy a signature meal was a huge blessing! I have no doubts that you will love Via Napoli. It's one of the few restaurants that I feel confident in recommending to almost everyone. Trail's End is different. I can't stress enough, that unless you are staying in FW or WL (where you can catch the boat over), getting there is a bit of a hassle...so you will enjoy it as long as you understand that this is a great option for an "off" day, a lazy day, the day you're going over there to eat lunch (a late one might be good), rent bikes or boats, checking out the gift shop and staying for the Chip and Dale Campfire and Sing-Along (catch a different bus when you are ready to go over there) and the outdoor movie. We no longer have sons young enough for the campfire/movie so our "off" day was different: mini-golf, early lunch, boating from the FW marina. I know you will have a wonderful trip in August as long as you plan for lots of water time and down-time in the heat! Have fun and post your reviews when you return!
So, we compromised. By switching our meal to Mara (the food court at AKL) we were able to enjoy some African-inspired favorites without all the hassle or the price-tag! 
