And, we're back! Currently packing and preparing for our next trip, which is now just 7 days away 
! What better way to anticipate our next trip than reminiscing about the last one?
Traveling via the pathway to the TTC, we were able to catch a monorail and arrive at Epcot without much trouble. Our first order of business when we arrived was stopping at guest services to pick up some buttons – after all, we had to let the world know that on this day, we were celebrating Nick Jonas’s birthday!
Properly adorned, we made our way back to the World Showcase, and in to Italy.
We had ADRs at Tutto Italia, and were excited to try it after reading many good reviews. Before we entered the restaurant, I suggested we might want to remove our tiaras. Liz said we shouldn’t because we wouldn’t get any attention, but I explained that we were three females entering a restaurant where there would invariably be Italian male servers – of this I was sure, we would not be ignored.
And I was right! Italian guys (actually from Italy) flirt so mercilessly and are so persistent that it’s hilarious. It can be overwhelming in Italy, on the street, say, but when they’re your servers, bus boys, and restaurant managers in Epcot, it’s all good! Our server was Marco, and he was, of course, beautiful, charming, and at our table every three seconds. Awesome. Really. I’d never been to Tutto Italia or any other incarnations of this restaurant, and I thought it was really nice inside. It was also empty (at about 5:30 pm). Marco was at our table a few seconds after we arrived and brought us menus. He came back around 45 seconds later to ask if we had any questions or needed help. We told him we’d need a few more minutes, so in around 30 seconds, he was back to chat and see if we were ready.
We chatted a bit and then I asked him what he recommended since I wasn’t sure what I wanted. I believe he suggested a veal dish, since veal is really the only thing that I won’t eat, so I had to let him down and decline his suggestion. Laura asked for something with a few substitutions because of the vegetarianism and the nut allergy, but Marco said he could not ask for any substitutions because the chef is big and scary, and he is afraid to do that. His explanation was really funny, and Laura was also interested in the penne caprese, which was fine for her to eat, so she just went with that.
After we’d ordered our dinner, Marco was back in a flash with a bread basket and some cold antipasto.
I ate a piece of bread, and just as we were about to dig into the olives and other small items on our table, Marco was back with our meals! Okay, no wonder why Marco could not ask for substitutions for Laura – everything must be pre-prepared in the back. Even if that is the case, it was fine – everything was hot and cooked just right when it was brought out to us.
Here is Laura’s penne caprese:
I had lasagna, which was huge – Marco told me I wouldn’t be able to finish it, but as you may have guessed by now, I did.
I thought it was excellent, too. The gravy was great. It had a little bit of meat in it, and the lasagna had a few nice cheese flavors going on. It wasn’t the most adventurous choice, but I was in the mood for pasta, cheese, and tomato sauce, so it was perfect!
Liz got cannelloni, which was cheeeeesy! It was really good, but just be prepared for a cheese overload with this dish.
For dessert, we asked if there were any nut-free options for Laura. Marco was horrified that we had not mentioned the nut allergy when ordering the entrees, but we assured him that all was well and Laura had enjoyed her dinner without suffering anaphalaxis. The manager, who was of course also very friendly, came over and offered Laura berries with fresh whipped cream. Perfect, since she had been eyeing the berries and cream option on the menu.
I got tiramisu, which was okay – nothing thrilling. If I didn’t get dessert as part of the meal plan, I wouldn’t bother ordering this.
Liz got a layered chocolate cake, which I liked better than my tiramisu, but also was nothing to rave about.
Overall, we really enjoyed our meal at Tutto, and will absolutely be returning! The food was delicious, the service very attentive (and fun!), and we liked how quick the service was. We’ve certainly eaten better Italian food, but as far as Disney restaurants go, this is definitely one we’ll be returning to and recommending to others.
Their rudeness greatly affected my mood and depressed me!
Also, Liz is never forced onto the Dino ride. She insists on coming on her own volition!
, ostriches
and a little synchronized swimming with the geriatric set. I wonder if they would have joined in a little dance party
But, I guess I'll take Sam and Jason over the fat Cassadine anyday!
I must say that I cannot read this TR without thinking of my beloved friend Beauford. I'll be singing his tune all night long. Or at the very least enjoying a little 
How could you not have in that great elephant tee that you'd been hunting down for years to get at the approp price?! 
Its nice to learn about different countries traditions.
