TasteBud Tuesday: Be Our Guest

Taste Bud Tuesday.

Warning: This will be a longer review than others.

Yes, I have used some of these photos already in my recap of my Princess Half Marathon weekend.

In case you were wondering, you cannot just 'go in and look around' you must have a reservation for dinner in order to make it into the Beast's Castle.

After perusing the menu I was stuck between the Chicken Breast Provencal and the Grilled Strip Steak. I told our waitress my dilemma and without hesitation she recommended the steak. She said the butter was to die for. Truthfully I was in the mood for some pommes frites.

I thought I knew exactly what my dessert choice would be. Obviously The "Grey Stuff" right?

If you'll remember correctly Be Our Guest is also the only location within the Magic Kingdom you can purchase alcohol. Sammy and I passed but I couldn't help but long for Potato Leek Soup. Next time my love, next time.

Our meal came out and I was instantly excited! The pommes frites were delicious and you see that little container with garlic butter in it...yup. I ended up having TWO it was so good. Not only did I dip my perfectly crispy fries in it but I also dipped my steak in it. The veggies were warm but had a snap to them one bitten into. I was already in love with the meal and couldn't wait to cut into the steak....

Well I will say for all the money Disney happens to be bringing in, we could sharpen the steak specific knives a little more. It was hard to cut into the steak immediately but once I secured a delectable piece and bit into it...well let me tell you it melted in my mouth. The steak was cooked perfectly. As I went to search for the next piece I encountered what would ruin the meal.... FAT, GRISSLE, call it what you wish. The steak was laden with it and unfortunately because my steak knife was crap I felt like I had done an upper body work out by the time I got another piece free. I'm not sure if it was just my piece or if it was the cut of steak. I know it's not filet mignon but I was hoping to lick my plate clean. Alas that did not happen. 

After the somewhat dissapointing steak and the overdose on the garlic butter I think it started to come out of my pores. We had the dessert cart brought out. As our waitress walked through the numerous options she mentioned a "special, limited time" Red Velvet Cupcake. In honor of Valentines Day, of course. I felt like I was betraying the "grey stuff" and requested the Red Velvet cupcake.

This is hands down one of the best red velvet cupcakes I have ever had. 

Hi. My name is Meg and I'm a red velvet cupcake snob. It has been 22 days since my last red velvet cupcake....

I'm not even kidding. Everywhere I go if RV is an option, it's a no-brainer. This cupcake did not disappoint. The frosting was a butter cream but without the overpowered taste of sugar (different) and the cake was so moist it felt apart on the fork. It was the perfect color of red and had that hit of chocolate that is required for RV cupcakes. (I wasn't kidding about my addiction.)

The best part of the dinner might have been the opportunity to meet the Beast. 

All in all I would recommend Be Our Guest to everyone if not for the decor and ambiance alone.

Have you eaten here? Would you?

MegLovin' Monday

Hi Y'all.

MegLovin' Monday is back in action!!!

This Monday I am MegLovin' on.....

Lauren from Will Run for Disney!

I was lucky enough to meet Lauren at the PHM #runnerslove Meet Up Kristy and I organized. She is adorable and bubbly and such an inspiration.

Read her blog and you will see what I mean! Come On! Isn't she cute!!

GO LAUREN GO!

Save the Best for Last

My last day in Disney I woke up around 10am. I ended up being really frustrated for wasting part of the day but I know my body needed sleep. By the time I made it to EPCOT the pavilions were open. I stopped by Mexico to enjoy the delicious nachos and of course a margarita as well.

I had made a Fast Pass for EPCOT's Character Spot to continue my Graduation gift for Ryan.

I got to visit with Mickey...

 And Goofy...

And of course Minnie!

As I made my way back to Mexico and another margarita I saw Donald! The line was maybe 5 people deep so I hopped on in.

As I was making my way around the world I noticed the line for Mulan was 3 people deep and there was still a 15 minute wait...pfft what am I doing that I can't wait 15 minutes? I am so happy I did. First off, Mulan is GORGEOUS. SERIOUS woman crush on her. Second, when I told her about Ryan she asked if he would help her defend China once he was done with Basic Combat Training. <3

I had to stop at the American Adventure. It sure means something entirely different to me now. Hooah!

As I passed through Japan I noticed a little Zen Garden.... I think that's what I need in my life. A Zen Garden. Funny how you never notice the little things right in front of you, until you have time.

I began getting hungry and decided that there would never be a better time to stop by the Spice Road Table.

I got incredibly lucky and snagged a table along the water outside.

I'll leave the indepth review for a Taste Bud Tuesday but I will definitely be returning if that give you any indication of my love for this new spot.

I ended up seeing Aurora in France and took advantage of the fact that she wasn't taking a nap.

I took full advantage of my freedom on this day and spent however much time I thought I needed. I ended up having my phone make it to 1% battery when I hit the United Kingdom. I walked into Rose and Crown and saw an outlet in between the two bathrooms.. So I took a seat and charged my phone.

As I excited Epcot I thought about where I needed to go. I had 2 more Quick Service meals left and thought making it to Earl of Sandwich would be the best use of my time..well...Disney Transportation thought otherwise. I hopped on a bus to Port Orleans and was going to take a boat to Downtown Disney.

I've never been to Port Orleans French Quarter. I've stayed at Riverside but this was a whole new adventure to be had.

I immediately fell in love with Port Orleans and will make this another stop on my Disney Home Away From Home.

It took almost 45 minutes to get a boat to DTD but once I did it was such a beautiful ride. I met two ladies on vacation, sisters who just flew in that day. They were triathletes and easily in their 60's. Power to them. They were adorable.

Since the new boat dock is near Paradiso 37 I figured a margarita was in order.

I enjoyed the sights and sounds as I wandered towards Earl of Sandwich. I quickly ordered and headed for the buses. I needed to meet Sammy back at the room for the "Last Supper".

When I got back to the room Sammy was less than 5 minutes behind me. I put my sandwiches in the fridge and we got in the car to head to the Captain's Grille. I had initially planned on spending the rest of the night at one of the parks.

I wasn't as impressed with this meal as meals past at the Captain's Grille. The chicken was good but obviously very small and there was a pathetic amount of veggies to accompany it.

The dessert however blew me away. I got the s'more tart I believe it is called. So tasty and delicious. The perfect end to my vacation.

All in all I have to say this was one of the most amazing trips I have ever had to Walt Disney World. I met amazing people and formed new friendships that I think will withstand the test of time. I ate at new restaurants and tried new things. And I had a phenomenal race weekend pushing limits I didn't know I could push.

I cannot wait for next year.