The Happiest Plate on Earth

Oct 07 2024 269 ep. 39 mins 1
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There are few things better than talking about the food at Walt Disney Parks! From the never-ending festivals in Epcot, the great restaurants in the parks and resorts, to the culinary delights at Disney Springs, we want to cover it all. Not just the what is it but also how do they craft it. Food News, reviews, and helpful tips to make your trip to Disney properties practically perfect in every way.

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Episode 269 - Jollywood Nights & The Cake Bake Shop Menu Review

Oct 07 2024 42 mins  
Send us a textWelcome to the table Happy Platers!Disney Jollywood Nights is returning with even more magic and sparkle for its second year at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! With all the charm of old Hollywood and a festive twist, this after-hours event is sure to make your holiday season merry and bright. On select nights from November 9 through December 21, 2024, guests can expect

Episode 268 - Food Bites!

Sep 23 2024 11 mins  
Send us a textHey Howdy Hey Happy Platers!On today's show, we talk about some new food bites happening at Walt Disney World Parks: New menu at Peco's Bill Tall Tale Inn & CafeSpace 220 - new menu items beginning on Oct. 14, 2025Haunted Eats and Treats at Disney SpringsCheck out Jon Self's full article on the revamped Space 220 HERE!Now Taking Reservations for the Chef's Table o

Episode 267 - Special Guest: Ashley Craft - Author of the Unofficial Disney Parks Cookbooks

Sep 16 2024 42 mins  
Send us a textWelcome to the table Happy Platers!We have a special guest for you today, Ashley Craft, the author of the Unofficial Disney Cookbooks. As a child who grew up in Anaheim, California, Ashley could recite the Star Tours ride by heart, navigate the Park without a map, and fell asleep to the sound of Disneyland fireworks each night in her bedroom. After two internships at

Episode 266 - Walt Disney World Food Facts

Sep 09 2024 22 mins  
Send us a textGreetings Happy Platers! Walt Disney World (WDW) serves millions of guests annually, and the sheer amount of food consumed is astonishing. Today we talk about some interesting statistics about the amount of food eaten at Walt Disney World parks. These statistics highlight the scale of food and beverage operations at Walt Disney World, which has to cater to the massive

Episode 265 - Part II: Dining at Universal Studios Resort - Special Guest Jon Self

Sep 02 2024 25 mins  
Send us a textWelcome Back Happy Platers! Today is Part II of Dining at Universal Studios with Special Guest Jon Self focusing on the Universal Epic Universe dining. Today we have a returning special guest who is going to give us some guidance when it comes to dining at Universal Studios Orlando, theme park blogger, Jon Self. Jon has been a part-time writer in the fields of dining,

Episode 264 - Part I: Dining at Universal Studios Resort - Special Guest Jon Self

Aug 26 2024 39 mins  
Send us a textPull up a chair Happy Platers!Today we have a returning special guest who is going to give us some guidance when it comes to dining at Universal Studios Orlando, theme park blogger, Jon Self. Jon has been a part-time writer in the fields of dining, theme parks, and faith-based issues for over ten years. He has written for theme park publications such as TouringPlans,

Episode 263 - EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival Menus 2024

Aug 19 2024 43 mins  
Send us a textThe EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival first began in 1996. At the time, it was a modest event—just a 30-day celebration held in the fall. But even then, it was clear that Disney had tapped into something special. The festival was designed to enhance the park's World Showcase by offering guests the chance to sample global cuisines and fine wines, bringing

Episode 262 - D23 Annoucements: Dreaming of the Food

Aug 12 2024 32 mins  
Send us a textWelcome to the table Happy Platers! The latest announcements from D23 are game-changers for Walt Disney World, and we are thrilled to share the news with you! Let’s have some fun and see how we think this will affect the world of Disney Dining:Villains Land in Magic KingdomNew Nighttime Parade at Magic KingdomCars-Themed Expansion in FrontierlandMonsters Inc. Land a

Episode 261 - Princess Treats and MNSSHP Eats!

Aug 05 2024 34 mins  
Send us a textWelcome to the table Happy Platers! First up, a royal proclamation! The grand festivities of World Princess Week are nearly upon us, and you, dear listeners, are cordially invited to join in the enchantment. From August 25 through 31, the Disney Parks will be shimmering with regal fun, but the magic extends throughout the entire month of August. So, don your tiaras an

Episode 260 - History of Character Dining

Jul 29 2024 19 mins  
Send us a textPull up a Chair Happy Platers! Today we're diving into the captivating history of character dining at the most magical place on Earth. From humble beginnings to today's must-have reservations, let's explore how dining with your favorite Disney characters became a quintessential part of the Disney experience.What is your favorite Character Dining Meal?Now Taking Reserv