We Smelled It ... It Had To Be Eaten! Christmas Eve Food Porn posts #1170 & #1171!!

[Planky]

ME TOO!!!

I'm off to eat my cookies and milk....

(don't anyone tell Bendy... she keeps wondering how the crumbs get in the bed... )

 

[oybolshoi]

& all this time I thought it was original!!!

I have the hardest time coming up with titles for threads so I almost always fall back on our favorite show. It's a never-ending source of funnyisms!

Just grabbed myself a plate of cheese and crackers.... and am settling in to get caught up! No place else I would rather be at 2:34 am on Saturday...

mmmmm, cheese! Sorry I don't have much for you to catch up on, but that should change very shortly ... in the meantime, glad to have you here!

ME TOO!!!

I'm off to eat my cookies and milk....

(don't anyone tell Bendy... she keeps wondering how the crumbs get in the bed... )

You may have all the cookies you want as long as you don't eat my cheese!

 

[BriarRosie]

Not to make you feel guilty or anything, but just keep in mind that the day you arrive at WDW, I'll be sitting here eating nothing...because I start a day of religious fasting.

Not that I'll be tortured thinking of all the goodies you get to eat or anything.

 

[oybolshoi]

Not to make you feel guilty or anything, but just keep in mind that the day you arrive at WDW, I'll be sitting here eating nothing...because I start a day of religious fasting.

Not that I'll be tortured thinking of all the goodies you get to eat or anything.

I don't feel guilty at all since I don't subscribe to fasting ... for any reason.

But I will think fondly of you and raise a glass to your health at Raglan Road.

I was actually going to order these ganache filled milk and dark chocolate pumpkins from Dean & Deluca to bring to dinner on the 15th, but they won't get here in time. It sure would have been nice to share those around the table before ordering 2nd and 3rd desserts.

Maybe I'll stumble across something before we leave ...

 

[Planky]

You may have all the cookies you want as long as you don't eat my cheese!

Just in case ya was wonderin where the crackers went...

(Oh Crap... I'm startin to sound like Sarah Palin... )

 

[jenn&nelsonrego]

(Oh Crap... I'm startin to sound like Sarah Palin... )

We do not need anymore of those around Planky!

 

[Planky]

Nah...

Besides... she's not of the same gene pool as moi... her butt isn't furry and green is it???

I much prefer Tina Fey...




Ok Bendy... back to the food...I'm hungry... whens dinner???

 

[oybolshoi]

Just in case ya was wonderin where the crackers went...

(Oh Crap... I'm startin to sound like Sarah Palin... )

We do not need anymore of those around Planky!

Nah...

Besides... she's not of the same gene pool as moi... her butt isn't furry and green is it???

I much prefer Tina Fey...


Ok Bendy... back to the food...I'm hungry... whens dinner???

You missed dinner ... we had a grill out with the family last night and it was all tasty and yummy. Especially the cheese!

And as much as I love to talk politics, I'm going to refrain. But I love the stuff that SNL has been doing so far this season ... it's side-splittingly funny. I'm still a bigger fan of The Daily Show and The Colbert Report, but SNL is at its best when targeting the US political system.

Three days to go!!!

 

[jenn&nelsonrego]

But I love the stuff that SNL has been doing so far this season ... it's side-splittingly funny. I'm still a bigger fan of The Daily Show and The Colbert Report, but SNL is at its best when targeting the US political system.

Three days to go!!!

LOVE LOVE LOVE Jon Stewart and Stephen Colbert. I wish we could have an election EVERY year (ok ~ maybe not) just to get this kind of comedy out of them! They are great!

You must be getting excited! Leave some food and drinks for me ~ ok?

 

[oybolshoi]

LOVE LOVE LOVE Jon Stewart and Stephen Colbert. I wish we could have an election EVERY year (ok ~ maybe not) just to get this kind of comedy out of them! They are great!

You must be getting excited! Leave some food and drinks for me ~ ok?

I totally agree about Jon Stewart and Stephen Colbert ... they are incredible at this kind of stuff. And honestly, I think that they do a far better job of calling out both parties on their mis-statements and hypocrisy.

Our current favorite was from Thursday night (I think) when they were running this footage of McCain supporting the bailout package on MSNBC on one hand and then bashing it on the other in the exact same interview. It was hysterical and then they basically compared him with Gollum:

We loves the bailout package.
No ... we hates it!



When does your trip start? I'll try to rein us in a day or two before so that WDW can replenish its food supplies.

 

[jenn&nelsonrego]

I totally agree about Jon Stewart and Stephen Colbert ... they are incredible at this kind of stuff. And honestly, I think that they do a far better job of calling out both parties on their mis-statements and hypocrisy.

Our current favorite was from Thursday night (I think) when they were running this footage of McCain supporting the bailout package on MSNBC on one hand and then bashing it on the other in the exact same interview. It was hysterical and then they basically compared him with Gollum:

We loves the bailout package.
No ... we hates it!



When does your trip start? I'll try to rein us in a day or two before so that WDW can replenish its food supplies.

I think that is what I love so much... the equal opportunity bashing for both parties... I may support one, but that doesn't mean I agree with everything he says... My fave was when Jon Stewart had a montage of the talking heads dismissing possible Dem VP picks, then turning around and praising Sarah Palin for being exactly what they were picking on... I will PM you the link if I can find it...

We leave MA 10/24... MNSSHP party that night, 7 days on the Magic leaving on 10/25, then when they pry my hands off my veranda on 11/1... a week in WDW at OKW. I think there will be plenty of time to replenish.... unless of course you have Planky with you... He will eat all of Florida....

 

[2xcited2sleep]

Joining in! I've really enjoyed your other reviews and am looking forward to this one! Have a great time!!

 

[disgrits]

I admit it ... I think that this food line-up is a pretty good one. I think I must have changed it around at least five or six different times thanks to the Food and Wine Festival programming - and I don't mean that in a good way.

Because I'm looking so forward to this trip, I thought I'd share some more details about our itinerary, the why behind some of our choices, and explain the gaping holes I've left on my calendar for certain days of our trip.

October 8th - Our welcome home day as we arrive at Saratoga Springs later in the day than I originally planned ... thanks for nothing American Airlines, you're now officially on The List. I anticipate that once we've checked in, unpacked, and stashed our few groceries that we will be gnawing our fingers from our hands in hunger. Right now we're planning on finally having lunch at Earl of Sandwedge ... we hope that by 1PM on a Wednesday it won't be too busy. Once we're finished with this meal we intend to head over to the Magic Kingdom to start the trip off on the right note.

Somewhere this afternoon we will stop by Aloha Isle. We've never tried the infamous Dole Whip. For one thing, I don't like pineapple and for another thing, the line is always so long that we end up opting for a Mickey Bar instead. But it seems like the hubba and I should try this supposed delicacy and then offer our unwanted opinions on it, so Jay will try the traditional Dole Whip and I'll get a rootbeer float and all will be right with the world.

Later this evening ... about 8:30 ... we have a reservation at Raglan Road. This is one of our favorite casual places to have dinner and we really enjoy the Irish band. We have a $50 gift certificate to work our way through, so that should cover most of the evening's bill. Not the entire bill, of course, because we will no doubt be trying the "create your own beer sampler" on top of some other drinks ... Celtic Sangria anyone?

October 9th - Our first full day at WDW!!! We plan on having a light breakfast in the villa and then we will make our way over to Epcot where we will spend the bulk of our day scoping out the Food and Wine Festival and taking our first stab at those festival food booths. Our only ADR is for dinner at California Grill ... we're actually happy with our 6PM dining time because we think all the brouhaha over watching fireworks from the restaurant's observation deck is totally over-rated and results in a noisy, often over-tired throng of people moving through the dining room to watch the show while diners are trying to enjoy their meals. We should be long gone before the madness starts and well-positioned somewhere on the ground to watch the pretty explosions over the MK that night.

October 10th - Thanks to many stellar reviews here on the DIS, Jay and I bit the bullet and made a 9:30 reservation for breakfast at Boma. From here we may head over to the Animal Kingdom for a few hours of steamy, hippo-swimming, monkey butt-scratching fun. I have my eye on some light snacks at the AK that will no doubt need to be washed down with at least one of those Yak Attacks that I keep seeing pictures of.

Since this evening is an EMH at Epcot, we've planned a late dinner at Tokyo Dining with lots of yummy sushi! The good thing about sushi is that it's light and we will still have room for some food booth snackables as the evening wears on.

October 11th - This day is totally up in the air, although at the moment we're leaning towards MGM and a light breakfast at Starring Rolls. The other option is to just make this a really lazy day where we just hang out at the pool, in which case we might wander over to DTD and have breakfast at Wolfgang Puck Express. The reason for no real food plans is that we're gonna be stuffing our faces at Party for the Senseless at Epcot tonight. For those of you unfamiliar with PFTS, here's the official description:

Feast on this tribute to the sensory arts! Begin your evening with a reserved seat at the Eat to the Beat Concert Series at the America Gardens Theatre (we'll be skipping this, thanks anyway). Following the show, the World Showplace Pavilion becomes the setting for a sensational evening showcasing the talents of more than 25 eminent chefs and the diversity of over 70 wines and beers. Wander among tempting tasting stations in the midst of imaginative decor and live (not Cirque) entertainment.

We plan to grow large with food this evening and there may be a rumble at the cheese station if Kabuki and I arrive there at the same time ... stay tuned for further details!

October 12th - No plans for breakfast ... I expect we'll sleep in a bit and have some coffee and croissants in the room. We have to be at Epcot before noon for another F&W special event: A French Regional Lunch at Bistro Paris. The F&W description is as follows: Explore the rich and unique flavors that define the many world-renowned food and wine regions of France. Each event includes a three-course lunch prepared by the chefs of Bistro de Paris celebrating the local foods and drink of the featured region.

Our lunch will feature the cuisine and wines of the Loire Valley.

Later in the evening we have an 8PM reservation for dinner at Kona Cafe. We have never had anything but breakfast at Kona but so many of our DIS-friends swear by dinner here that we decided to take the plunge and try a new meal. If it stinks we'll blame you all, but I suspect a few lapu lapus will make us forget why we even chose it in the first place.

October 13th - Thanks to another gift certificate we have a breakfast reservation at the Rainforest Cafe over at the Animal Kingdom. We expect to play around at the park for a while once we're done eating and then I don't know what we're going to do. We had planned a dinner at V&A this evening but decided to cancel and save it for next year. In its place we're going to take a big risk and have dinner at Wolfgang Puck's upstairs dining room. There are decidedly mixed reviews here on the DIS, so Jay and I will arm ourselves with a healthy dose of low expectations. I have to say, however, that the updated menu at this restaurant sounds much more appealing than the one I looked at last year, so I am looking forward to our meal here.

October 14th - This could be the day of days. We're attempting the Hank Scorpio Drink Around the World Showcase Challenge at Epcot ... our livers will never be the same. To start ourselves out on the right foot, we've made a breakfast reservation at the Grand Floridian Cafe. This way once we're done we can just hop the monorail to Epcot (well, to the TTC and then to Epcot). We will stop for a late lunch at Rose and Crown and quite frankly, everything after that will no doubt be a tipsy blur.

October 15th - A huge empty spot on the calendar ... I think we're going to need the morning to recover from the previous day, anyway. We have a dinner reservation at Blue Zoo with BriarRosie, Tink rules, and The DISneyFamily ... should be good times indeed! It's a late dinner so I'm sure Jay and I will need to find some sustenance prior to the evening but I'm drawing a blank ... I'm not used to winging it and that blank space in my planner is making me nervous ... I wonder what we're going to do?

October 16th - Our last F&W special event takes places today at Epcot ... Kitchen Conversations with Robert Irvine. The description: Visit with an acclaimed culinary personality and discover how he or she enjoys life in-and-outside the kitchen. A cooking demonstration, tasting, and an autographed copy of the presenter's book are included in this delightful (really? I'll hold you to that) event.

We also have an early dinner reservation at Citricos ... our last meal before heading back to the resort to pack for the trip home.

There won't be any time to enjoy breakfast on property the next morning, thanks again to American Airlines and their compulsive need to change our flight times. Thanks a lot, you corporate schmoes, did I mention that you're now officially on The List?

So, what do you think? Any suggestions for those holes in our plans? Any requests that you might like to see Jay and I write a review on? Talk to me ... help me pass the time ... let's drool together, shall we?

I found you! I really have got to stop with all of these family duties and DIS more.

Everything looks great. Watch out for the root beer floats at Aloha Isle. My kids got some last summer, and they didn't care for them. I think it was the brand of root beer they were using. Let me know what you think.....

Y'all have a great time, Bendy Girl.

 

[nts4wdw]

Here I find you and you are almost gone! You have so many cool and wonderful things planned. I definitely foresee screen licking. Lots of pictures, ok? Have a wonderful time, my friend!

 

[Circusgirl]

Have big fun, eat for all of us and we'll look forward to many happy readings to come!!!!!

 

[sunny04]

I'm leaving tomorrow, so this is my last chance to say have a great trip! I hope I get to say hello down there, but if not, have a great time, and eat lots of yummy food!

 

[oybolshoi]

I think that is what I love so much... the equal opportunity bashing for both parties... I may support one, but that doesn't mean I agree with everything he says... My fave was when Jon Stewart had a montage of the talking heads dismissing possible Dem VP picks, then turning around and praising Sarah Palin for being exactly what they were picking on... I will PM you the link if I can find it...

We leave MA 10/24... MNSSHP party that night, 7 days on the Magic leaving on 10/25, then when they pry my hands off my veranda on 11/1... a week in WDW at OKW. I think there will be plenty of time to replenish.... unless of course you have Planky with you... He will eat all of Florida....

If you can find the link that would be great, thanks! And have yourself a great trip ... nothing like a week at WDW and a week on the Magic! There are a large number of people cruising next October the week of 10/24 - 10/31 (Eastern itinerary) and I can vouch for them all being a very friendly and fun group. Any chance you might re-book for next year while you're on your cruise this month?

Joining in! I've really enjoyed your other reviews and am looking forward to this one! Have a great time!!

Welcome aboard and thanks in advance for reading - glad to have you here!

I found you! I really have got to stop with all of these family duties and DIS more.

Everything looks great. Watch out for the root beer floats at Aloha Isle. My kids got some last summer, and they didn't care for them. I think it was the brand of root beer they were using. Let me know what you think.....

Y'all have a great time, Bendy Girl.

Hi Sistah! Thanks for the tip on the float ... maybe I'll just stick with plain old swirlie ice cream 'cause I'm really picky about my root beer floats.

Thanks for checking in with us ... we're glad to have you following the food fun (that way you'll know what to expect next year!).

Here I find you and you are almost gone! You have so many cool and wonderful things planned. I definitely foresee screen licking. Lots of pictures, ok? Have a wonderful time, my friend!

Hi Lynn! I'll take tons of pictures and we'll try to order as many drool-worthy food items as possible.

Thanks for checking in with us!

Have big fun, eat for all of us and we'll look forward to many happy readings to come!!!!!

Hey lady! Thanks so much for the good wishes! We'll do our best to eat and drink to everyone's satisfaction. And I'm looking forward to catching up on your TR when I get back.

Everyone ... if you want to read a terrific solo TR, check out Circusgirl's current report, which is a work in progress. It's really well written and the pictures are great!**

**I'm Bendy the food-addict and I approve this message.**

I'm leaving tomorrow, so this is my last chance to say have a great trip! I hope I get to say hello down there, but if not, have a great time, and eat lots of yummy food!

Hi Cassie! Thanks for the vacation wishes and you and your hubby have a great trip, too! I sure hope we bump into each other this year!

 

[TigerKat]

Thanks for the recommendation on Circusgirl's TR, it's great!

 

[luvpooh]

Brenda, it was reported on the F&WF thread that the booths were not open for EMH this past Friday...please let us know what you find out this coming Friday. This is messing up all of my plans I already cut a night off of our usual week long trip (against my better judgement), so I'm really going to be short on booth grazing time if the booths are not open during EMH!

 

[oybolshoi]

Thanks for the recommendation on Circusgirl's TR, it's great!

Glad you like it so far Kathy - it's really really good, isn't it?

Brenda, it was reported on the F&WF thread that the booths were not open for EMH this past Friday...please let us know what you find out this coming Friday. This is messing up all of my plans I already cut a night off of our usual week long trip (against my better judgement), so I'm really going to be short on booth grazing time if the booths are not open during EMH!

I saw that post earlier and the hubby and I are none too pleased. I'll be sure to report back once we get home on the 17th but like you, this messes up our carefully laid plans if it's true for all Epcot evening EMHs during the festival.

My list of items that I'm going to have to take up with Disney after this trip keeps getting longer and longer. If this keeps up it will end up being a disertation.