Looking Forward to Food at WDW - Epsisode 165 of the Disney Exchange Podcast

The Disney Exchange is Lisa, Dave, and me, the Talent, Nick 

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Another whiz-bang episode recorded early because of my schedule.

Disney's Hollywood Studios is staying the same for the forseeable future. Yay!

Dave quotes a tabloid. Fake news.

Thank you listener Allison for this week's show topic: Most anticipated new restaurant or food at Walt Disney World.

Not surprisingly a lot of our choices were located in Disney Springs. Speaking of Disney Springs...

Photo: Lisa

...The Wheel of Distiny topic this week was from listener Andrew: What would you do with 5 hours at Disney Springs?

As this week's episode proves, we love show suggestions and Wheel of Distiny topics from our listeners, so please check us out and make requests on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedisneyexchange  or Twitter: https://twitter.com/disneyexchange   

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Thanksgiving Dinner at Walt Disney World - Episode 151 of The Disney Exchange Podcast

The Disney Exchange is Lisa, Dave, and me, Nick

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Dear listeners, this show has a major flaw for which I apologize. The flaw being I am not in it.

Lisa and David talk about this list of places to enjoy Thanksgiving dinner at Walt Disney World.

Yes, I took this photo. The bag is from our recent (2 days ago as of the recording of this show) and the Spam is... well, don't ask.

The Wheel of Distiny topic is from listener and friend of the show, Gaylin : What is the most expensive thing or experience you've had at Walt Disney World?

 Please reach out with show suggestions, comment on the show, tell me how great I am we are, submit Wheel of Distiny topics, or request a listener number on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedisneyexchange, Twitter: https://twitter.com/disneyexchange  

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Epcot Table Service Restaurant Roundup - Episode 147 of The Disney Exchange Podcast

The Disney Exchange is Lisa, Dave and me, Nick 

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Before I begin, I would like to say sorry for being rough on Lisa in last week's show notes. Please forgive me Lisa?

We jump right into our main topic this week, and as the title implies, we are talking Table Service at Epcot. More specifically, we share our experiences and thoughts on the dining all around the park. 

The show is dominated by me. You are welcome.

You can check out our roundup on the Quick Service at Epcot here: http://disneymusings.blogspot.com/2017/09/epcot-quick-serve-restaurant-roundup.html

The Wheel of Distiny topic: How do you stay hydrated while at the parks? 

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Epcot Quick Serve Restaurant Roundup - Episode 142 of The Disney Exchange Podcast

The Disney Exchange is Lisa, Dave, and me, Nick  

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This week we take you to Epcot and look at the Quick Serve restaurants and kiosks, sharing our experiences, or lack thereof. 

The Wheel of Distiny topic: Submitted by my cousin Zach: Have you ever used an app other than My Disney Experience to book an ADR at a Walt Disney World Restaurant?

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Eat Here Not There at Walt Disney World : Episode 137 of The Disney Exchange Podcast

The Disney Exchange is Lisa, Dave, and me, Nick

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This week we take a look at very popular, hard to get into, perhaps even overrated restaurants in Walt Disney World, and offer alternatives.

We also look at table service restaurants and counter service substitutions.

The Wheel of Distiny topic this week: Are you still pin trading at Walt Disney World?

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Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner at the Magic Kingdom

The Disney Exchange is Lisa, Dave, and me, Nick

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Welcome to the Math Podcast where we talk Prime Numbers.

Are you interested in the Frozen Ever After Sparkling Dessert Party? We share our thoughts.

There is a great deal for AP holders for Express Transportation thru August 10th!

Our main topic: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and a snack at the Magic Kingdom in Walt Disney World!

Me and my wife Barbie with our friend Eeyore at The Crystal Palace

We each go around and share our choices for each meal of the day, plus a snack.

I have just one thing to say. Coffee dust.

The Wheel of Distiny topic this week : Have you or anyone you know ever used a personal shopper? Are you a personal shopper? Please let us know!

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Table Service Break Away at Walt Disney World: Episode 99 of The Disney Exchange

The Disney Exchange Podcast is Lisa, Dave, and me, Nick

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Dave thinks Christmas is starting too early, shares some interesting info on construction at the Magic Kingdom, and we all hope that PizzeRizzo at Disney's Hollywood Studios will be an improvement over Pizza Planet.

Back on Episode 80 we took a look at taking a break from the heat and crowds of the Theme parks at Walt Disney World to visit a resort to have a quick service meal.

This week we are talking about taking a break to visit table service restaurants.
For example, you're at the Magic Kingdom, and it's a busy time of year, and you just want to get away from the crowds. We suggest making an ADR at a Monorail Resort restaurant, like Citricos at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort.

The Wheel of Distiny: What is your favorite scene or joke on The Jungle Cruise?

Photo: Lisa

Next, our 100th Episode! We're going to be having a giveaway for our Numbered Listeners.
Back in the early shows we would joke about our low listener numbers, saying we had 12 whole listeners, and that included us and my wife! People started giving themselves numbers and it became a badge of honor for some!

You can request your Listener Number to be eligible for the giveaway up until 5pm on November 7th, and you can request it on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedisneyexchange, Twitter: https://twitter.com/disneyexchange  or email us at: info@thedisneyexchange 

And if you are so inclined, a 5 start review on iTunes would go a long way towards getting our show out to the masses!

Thank you for listening to The Disney Exchange!

The Disney Exchange Podcast : Episode 80 - Quick Service Break

By Nick 

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The Disney Exchange is Lisa, Dave and me.

I apologize in advance for my dial up internet service.

We start off discussing changes coming to the Quick Service Disney Dining Plan. They are adding a second snack per day, yet taking away desserts.

Listener pole: How do you feel about these changes?

Our main topic explores the option to leave a park and visit a resort for a quick service meal.

For example, leave the Magic Kingdom during the heat of the day and head over to the Polynesian to visit Captain Cooks.

We had intended on making this week's show much more professionally executed and researched. Apology #2.

If you have any idea as to what you can get to go at Beaches and Cream at Disney's Yacht and Beach Club, please let us know.

Wheel of Distiny topic: Favorite place to people watch at the parks.

This photo of my favorite spot at Disney’s Hollywood Studios was provided by friend Stephanie Demmler. Thank you for the photographic proof that this fountain exists Stephanie!

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We are also asking for your etiquette questions, as we are in negotiations to bring social graces expert Miss Pixie back on to the show, so, please, if you have anything, please let us know on any of our social media pages!

Thank you for listening to The Disney Exchange Podcast!
 

Episode 77 of The Disney Exchange Podcast : Sharing is Caring at Walt Disney World

By Nick

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The Disney Exchange is Lisa, Dave and me, Nick.

All photos this week are courtesy of Dave. Thanks for sharing Dave!

Dave starts us off with a look at his trip to Walt Disney World this past week. He shares (you'll notice a theme here) the highs and lows.

He talks about his Water Park experiences and I ask about PhotoPass which leads to a discussion that apparently bored Lisa to distraction, prompting her to post her thoughts on this boredom on Twitter. Ah, the love.

If you ever meet Dave at Disney Springs, and feel the urge to take him out to eat, I suggest taking him to Raglan Road, he LOVES it there.

Speaking of Disney Springs, there is a whole new section open! And Lion parking? Or Line? Lime?

Dave goes on to talk about sharing a $20 burger and fries with his wife at the newly open D-Luxe Burger at the aforementioned Disney Springs.

Since we are on the topic of sharing, let's talk about our main show topic submitted by listener #48, Sharon. It involves sharing meals at restaurants, and how servers treat guests doing this. We suggest several good restaurants for splitting meals at each of the parks, including good places for appetizers, as well as our experiences with Cast Member's. We manage to stay on topic for the most part!

The Wheel of Distiny subject was submitted by listener #46 - Paul. What is your favorite background music loop?

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Tex-Mex at Pecos Bill in the Magic Kindgdom

By Nick

A few months ago there was a change to the menu at Pecos Bill Tall Tale Inn & Cafe in Walt Disney World. They started serving Tex-Mex inspired items, replacing their popular burger selections. I gave a couple of items a try back in January.

Let's take a look at the new offerings.

Not shown above is a Taco Burger topped with Seasoned Ground Beef and Pepper Jack Cheese and served with a side of Tortilla Chips and Beef Nachos, Tortilla Chips topped with Seasoned Ground Beef, Tomatoes, and Lettuce.

There is also a fixin's bar, just like in the burger days, this time with salsas and quacamole.  

 

On my first visit I had the Chicken Burrito, and it was very good, but extremely messy and unwieldy, so I would go for the Fajita Platter as an alternative.

On the next stop, I had the Southwest Burger, and this was also very tasty, and...a burger! So Pecos Bill is still a great stop for that all American favorite.

Harambe Market at Disney's Animal Kingdom

By Nick

I'd heard about a new dining area to be located in Disney's Animal Kingdom's Africa section, and was excited to visit it when I was there with 2 friends last May. I was disappointed when I discovered when it was due to open just a few days after our visit, so it became one of my must dos for my trip in January.

And it didn't disappoint! Well, for the most part.

The themeing and details are amazing, and the food was pretty good. More on that shortly.

What was a bit of a downer was the disorganization of the lines, of which are very long indeed. Also, as I learned from a fellow guest, you can order whatever you want at any window, despite the themeing of each section not informing you of this fact.

I waited about 30 minutes in line, but once my order was placed, the food was served quickly.

I ordered 2 things:

The Grilled Chicken Skewer served with Green Papaya Slaw and Black-Eyed Pea, Corn and Tomato Salad and the Beef and Pork Sausage Fried in Curried Corn Batter. This also comes with the same side as the skewer, but I asked if I could get another item in it's place as I was already getting that and got a cookie. I also got a Reef Donkey APA Draft.

The batter on the sausage was pretty thick, and I wound up taking it off, and the sausage was very good. The skewer was excellent as was the slaw and salad. The beer was pretty good also.

I will absolutely go back and try other options, but suggest going at opening rather than during the lunch rush.

Episode 70 of The Disney Exchange Podcast: Best Disney Dining Day

By Nick

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The Disney Exchange is Lisa, Dave, and me, Nick!

Listener / reader poll;
Who would like Disney etiquette expert Miss Pixie to return and cover your Disney etiquette questions?

We bring back the rickety wheel for Tony V. Enjoy!

After some shout outs and a call for you 3 - 4 dozen listeners to request your listener number and recommend show ideas and Wheel of Distiny topics we launch into our main topic, which was suggested by friend of the show and past guest host, Dave Tupper.

"Best Disney Dining Day."

There were some rules: Stay on property. No budget. All food from waking up to bed time. It has to be possible, the time between establishments has to make sense.

Dave, Lisa and I get to breakfast before we lose Lisa due to internet issues, but fear not! She shares her lunch and dinner selections via instant messaging.

 The Tonga Toast at Kona Cafe at The Polynesian Village Resort

We somehow manage to squeeze in snacks and adult beverages like an Innis & Gunn from the United Kingdom Pavilion at Epcot.

 Raymond (Lisa's husband), me, and Lisa enjoying adult beverages at Epcot

This week's Wheel of Distiny topic submitted by listener Shendl: What is a good restaurant at Walt Disney World for an Anniversary Dinner under $60?

The Wave at The Contemporary Resort

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