Jon Self

What Happened to the New Chef Selects Menu at City Works Disney Springs?

Fans expecting new Chef Selects items at City Works Disney Springs must wait. Instead, a major menu overhaul is coming, with 17 fresh additions!

By Jon Self, 1 year ago April 23, 2025

Food

Pavlova at Disney World? Try This Elegant Treat at Narcoossee’s

From a ballerina’s namesake to a Disney dining gem—see why the pavlova at Narcoossee’s at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa is worth the visit.

By Jon Self, 1 year ago April 23, 2025

News

Expedition Odyssey Opening Delayed at SeaWorld Orlando

As sometimes happens with theme park attractions and their opening dates, Expedition Odyssey at SeaWorld Orlando will not open to the public until May 9, 2025.

By Jon Self, 1 year ago April 24, 2025

Animal Kingdom

Best Disney World Hot Dog? Trying the Teylu Dog at Satu’li Canteen

Can a kids’ meal hot dog really be the best Disney World hot dog? We tried the Teylu All-Beef Hot Dog at Animal Kingdom’s Satu’li Canteen. We have thoughts.

By Jon Self, 1 year ago April 22, 2025

Disney Springs

New “Thunderbolts” Movie Popcorn Bucket Debuts at AMC – A Must for Marvel Fans

Popcorn meets Marvel flair! AMC’s Red Guardian limo bucket arrives May 1, ahead of the “Thunderbolts” premiere. Collect yours at Disney Springs and more

By Jon Self, 1 year ago April 24, 2025

Hotels

DC Summer at Gaylord Hotels: Super Hero Experiences & Attractions Launch May 2025

Join Batman, Wonder Woman & more at Gaylord Hotels’ DC Summer. Enjoy character dining, scavenger hunts, and epic resort-wide events!

By Jon Self, 1 year ago April 23, 2025

Food

Primo Piatto Breakfast Review: Croque Madame at Disney’s Riviera Resort

Is the Primo Piatto breakfast still one of Disney World’s top quick service spots? Our Croque Madame review dives into food quality, service, and value.

By Jon Self, 1 year ago April 19, 2025

Disney Springs

City Works Brings Back Favorites with New Menu April 30

City Works Eatery & Pour House updates its menu on April 30 at Disney Springs, featuring menu items like the Southern Burger and Blueberry Mint G&T.

By Jon Self, 1 year ago April 24, 2025

Walt Disney World

V.I.PASSHOLDER Summer Days Return to Disney World in 2025 – Dining Deals, Lounge Access & Online Discounts

Disney World brings back V.I.PASSHOLDER Summer Days with 40% off select dining, a refreshed EPCOT lounge, and 20% off at DisneyStore.com. See all the details!

By Jon Self, 1 year ago April 23, 2025

News

Mitchell Tenpenny & Jay Wheeler Headline SeaWorld’s Seven Seas Food Festival Weekend

Catch chart-toppers Mitchell Tenpenny & Jay Wheeler live at SeaWorld Orlando’s Seven Seas Food Festival. Two weekends left to enjoy global eats & concerts—ends May 4!

By Jon Self, 1 year ago April 22, 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.