Jon Self

Burnt Ends of the Earth: A Smokin’ Slider Misadventure at SeaWorld Orlando

Our Burnt Ends Slider review covers SeaWorld Orlando’s BBQ fest bite: large portions (for a slider), smoky onions, and mild flavor—was it worth the $12.99?

By Jon Self, 1 year ago July 31, 2025

News

SpongeBob Stamps Are Here — And They’re Yellow, and Forever

The U.S. Postal Service has released new SpongeBob Stamps celebrating the beloved Nickelodeon series. Available now at post offices and online.

By Jon Self, 1 year ago August 2, 2025

Restaurants

Free Floats and Big Smiles: Root Beer Float Day in Orlando

Celebrate Root Beer Float Day at A&W on Irlo Bronson near Disney with free floats and veteran support on August 6 from 2–8 p.m.

By Jon Self, 1 year ago August 2, 2025

Festivals

Brisket Mac SeaWorld Orlando: A BBQ Bowl with Theme Park Pricing

We tried the Brisket Mac SeaWorld Orlando is serving at Bands, Brew & BBQ. Here’s our review—plus lanyard tips and seating advice!

By Jon Self, 1 year ago August 2, 2025

News

Discover the Tide Pool Florida Aquarium Experience in Tampa Bay

Explore the new Tide Pool Florida Aquarium exhibit in Tampa—an immersive, cold-water touch habitat featuring over 200 marine animals from the Pacific Northwest.

By Jon Self, 1 year ago August 2, 2025

CityWalk

Cold Stone’s Root Beer Ice Cream Rolls into Universal CityWalk Orlando for Summer Nostalgia

Cold Stone CityWalk Orlando scoops up summer nostalgia with Root Beer Ice Cream. Try two sweet new creations available only through August 31.

By Jon Self, 1 year ago August 1, 2025

Disney Springs

The Country Club Sandwich: Southern Elegance Meets Sandwich Chaos at Homecomin’

Chef Art Smith’s Country Club Sandwich at Disney Springs brings bold flavor with grilled chicken, bacon, and jalapeño jelly — but the bun can’t keep up.

By Jon Self, 1 year ago July 31, 2025

Disney Springs

Disney Springs Dining Update: August 1, 2025

The month of August brings several Disney Springs dining updates. These include Wine Bar George, Chicken Guy!, Salt & Straw, Jock Lindsey’s, and Gideon’s Bakehouse.

By Jon Self, 1 year ago August 1, 2025

Disney Springs

Gideon’s Bakehouse August Cookies & More: What to Expect This Month

Planning a trip to Disney Springs this August? Don’t miss out on the incredible, half-pound Gideon’s Bakehouse August cookies. Discover the new monthly flavor and other delicious treats.

By Jon Self, 1 year ago August 1, 2025

Disney Springs

New at Disney Springs: Salt & Straw August Flavors Are Here

The wait is over! Salt & Straw August flavors have arrived at their Disney Springs location. Find out what’s on the menu and why these scoops are a must-have.

By Jon Self, 1 year ago August 1, 2025

Jon Self is an avid theme park fan. You can follow him at @pastorjonself on X/ Twitter or Jon.Self.37 at Instagram. He has been writing and editing in the theme park media world for over a decade. He also writes for several "foodie" sites as well as in the faith-based world.