I got this off the UK Disney site. I am quite sure you have been misinformed.
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Disney Dining Plan:
Includes: 1 Table Service meal, 1 Quick Service meal and 1 Snack per guest, per night at participating locations. Gratuities not included.
Table Service meal = a choice of 1 main course, 1 dessert and 1 non-alcoholic beverage, OR 1 full buffet. Dessert is not available with breakfast but may be replaced with 1 additional non-alcoholic beverage.
Quick Service meal = a choice of 1 main course, 1 dessert and 1 non-alcoholic beverage OR 1 combo meal with dessert and 1 non-alcoholic beverage. Dessert is not available with breakfast but may be replaced with 1 additional non-alcoholic beverage.
Snack = a choice of 1 medium fountain soft drink, 1 20-ounce bottle of soft drink or water, 1 popcorn scoop (single serving box), OR 1 frozen ice cream novelty.
Important Details
Terms and Conditions: * The number of rooms allocated to this offer is limited. No group rates or discounts apply. Applies to new bookings only. Gratuities not included. ** 1 table service meal per person may be exchanged for 1 Character Dining Experience (Cinderella's Royal Table Experience will require 2 table service meals). Children 3-9 must order from children�s menu if available. Standard Walt Disney Travel Company booking conditions apply.