Does my DVC Villa’s Kitchen have a Blender?

Here’s a photo from one of our Vacationers of the kitchen in their Deluxe 1 Bedroom Villa at Bay Lake Tower at Disney’s Contemporary Resort. Not only did they enjoy the great accommodations, they also saved 55% on lodging by booking with Griswold’s Magical Memories instead of booking their stay directly through Disney!

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (May 19, 2019) – We get asked by our Vacationers all the time: “What’s stocked in my Villa’s kitchen?”

Well, other than the Deluxe Studio Villas which do not have a full kitchen, the Deluxe 1, 2, and 3 Bedroom Villas come wit6 pretty much everything you’ll need.

Many of our Vacationers opt to upgrade from a Deluxe Studio Villa to a Deluxe 1 Bedroom Villa to save money. How? Well the added cost for the Villa (which has a washer/dryer as well as a full kitchen) is offset by having a few meals and snacks (most often breakfast) right in their Villa. They save big bucks on the cost of the meals, and they can get their dya started by heading straight to the parks without the delays of “going out” for breakfast.

So, if you do decide to upgrade from a Deluxe Studio to one of our DVC Member’s 1, 2, or 3 Bedroom Deluxe Villas, here the list of what you find stocked in the kitchen:

(Items with ** are available upon request.)

IN THE KITCHEN CABINETS

  • Dinner Plates – 8 
  • Salad Plates – 8 
  • Cereal Bowls – 8 
  • Coffee Mugs – 8 
  • Platter – 1 
  • Vegetable Bowl – 1
  • Creamer/Sugar Bowl Set 
  • Salad Serving Bowl – 1 
  • Juice Glasses – 8
  • Water Glasses – 8
  • Wine Glasses – 8
  • Pitcher – 1 
  • Colander – 1
  • Sieve – 1
  • Cheese Grater – 1
  • 3 Rubbermaid Containers for Storage
  • Cookie Sheet 
  • Oblong 3 Qt Dish – 1 (13×9)
  • Serrated Bread Knife 
  • Paring Knife 
  • Roast Slicer 
  • 2 Quart Covered Casserole – 1 
  • 3 piece Mixing Bowl Set 
  • Plastic Measuring Cups
  • Plastic Measuring Spoons
  • Cutting Board 
  • Wastebasket
  • 3 Packets Dishwasher Detergent
  • Extra Roll of Paper Towels
  • Fire Extinguisher

ON THE KITCHEN COUNTER

  • Wicker Sugar Basket – 1
  • 12-cup Coffee Maker 
  • Small Bottle Dish Detergent 
  • Pot Holders – 2
  • Dish Towel
  • Sponge
  • Toaster 
  • Dish Drainer
  • Ice Bucket
  • ** Electric Mixer
  • ** Blender

IN THE KITCHEN DRAWERS

  • Solid Serving Spoons – 2
  • Serving Fork – 1 
  • Tablespoons – 2 
  • Dinner Forks – 8 
  • Salad Forks – 8 
  • Dinner Knives – 8 
  • Steak Knives – 8 
  • Soup Spoons – 8 
  • Teaspoons – 8 
  • Cutlery Tray – 1 
  • Vegetable Peeler – 1 
  • Bottle Opener/Corkscrew – 1 
  • Set Measuring Spoons 
  • Tongs – 1 plastic for salad, 1 metal 
  • Soup Ladle
  • Hand Can Opener 
  • Pancake Turner 
  • Slotted Spoon

OTHER ACCESSORIES

  • Vacuum Cleaner
  • Iron and Ironing board 
  • Broom 
  • Dust Pan
  • Brush
  • Ice Cube Tray in Fridge
  • Tea Kettle on Stovetop
  • Broiler Pan in Oven

Cookware Set in Oven Lower Drawer

  • 1 small skillet
  • 1 medium skillet
  • 1 small pan with lid
  • 1 6 qt. pot with lid

Remember, when planning for your next Disney Vacation, Griswold’s Magical Memoriesoffers the lowest prices available on rental of Deluxe Disney Vacation Club Villas at savings that are often more than 50% less than booking directly through Disney Central Reservations. Take a look at examples of actual savings our Vacationers have enjoyed, and then submit your Free, No Obligation Reservation Request Formtoday!

The 2019 Epcot Food & Wine Fest shows it will be the longest ever at 87 days!

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (May 10, 2019) – Disney has released initial dates and a few details for the The 2019 Epcot International Food & Wine Festival. The ever-popular event will run August 29-November 23. This will make it the longest Food & Wine Festival in the park’s history at 87 days! 

The festival’s Eat to the Beat Concert Series will run August 29-November 19 and will feature a lineup of pop, rock, R&B, country, Christian, swing and Latin artists. (NOTE: The concert series will conclude a few days earlier than the festival in order to set the stage for the return of the park’s beloved Candlelight Processional).

This year’s festival will continue its tradition of offering tasty dishes, fine dining events, and appearances by favorite Disney culinarians and top celebrity chefs.

Keep your eye on TasteEpcot.com and the Disney Parks Blog for updates on this year’s celebrity chef appearances, Eat to the Beat artists, dining packages, special events and more.

Remember, when planning for your next Disney Vacation, Griswold’s Magical Memoriesoffers the lowest prices available on rental of Deluxe Disney Vacation Club Villas at savings that are often more than 50% less than booking directly through Disney Central Reservations. Take a look at examples of actual savings our Vacationers have enjoyed, and then submit your Free, No Obligation Reservation Request Formtoday!

New Roundup Rodeo BBQ Table Service Restaurant Coming to Toy Story Land at DHS

Artist Concept by Disney

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (May 3, 2019) – News from our friends at the Disney Parks Blog reveals plans for a fun, new dining options for visitors to Toy Story Land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. As reported on the blog earlier this week:

“Get yer lasso’s ready, cowpokes, because I’ve got some rootin’ tootin’ news for ya! There’s a brand-new table-service restaurant coming to Toy Story Land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Upon entering Andy’s back yard, guests are magically transformed to the size of a toy, surrounded by toys and playsets scattered throughout the area. And soon, guests will discover that a new play area has been set up – and this time, it’s a rodeo! But of course, being Andy, it certainly isn’t your usual rodeo…

Using three cardboard boxes cut and taped together, Andy has created a new rodeo arena using some of his favorite toys, games, and play sets. And while some pieces are definitely western-themed, what makes this rodeo special is the broad assortment of toys that have been brought together to create a fun, colorful mashup-atmosphere that only a child could create. 

Once inside, you’ll be surrounded by all of the rodeo festivities in-action as well as western town and train station play sets. And you just might spot some of your favorite Disney-Pixar characters scattered throughout the restaurant in the form of toys and game pieces including a toy version of Jessie riding on the back of a Trixie pull-toy and unique toy versions of Bo Peep and her sheep, all who appear to be performing in the rodeo together.

This immersive restaurant will surround guests with a kaleidoscope of toys, games, and playsets, providing yet another unique, fun, family-friendly dining experience that could only be had in Toy Story Land. Be sure to stay tuned to the Disney Parks Blog for more news on this yummy rodeo-themed restaurant. And in the meantime, be sure to check out Woody’s Lunch Box for delicious sandwiches, Lunch Box Tarts, and more! For more information on Woody’s Lunch Box and all that Toy Story Land has to offer, visit the Walt Disney World Resort website

Remember, when planning for your next Disney Vacation, Griswold’s Magical Memoriesoffers the lowest prices available on rental of Deluxe Disney Vacation Club Villas at savings that are often more than 50% less than booking directly through Disney Central Reservations. Take a look at examples of actual savings our Vacationers have enjoyed, and then submit your Free, No Obligation Reservation Request Formtoday!