When I became a vegetarian, the hardest thing for me to give up was my love of gummy bears. Since then, I have been on an epic quest to find something identical to that sweet, chewy goodness. While I’ve never been able to find anything identical, there are some satisfying substitutes out there and some…
Author: Theme Park Anthropologist
What’s the Scariest Disney Movie?
For me, the most terrifying Disney film I saw as a child was Return to Oz. The asylum, wheelers, and headless queen were quite a frightening (but more accurate) take of the L. Frank Baum novels. What Disney movie scared you as a child…or an adult? Here are my picks: Return to Oz (1985) Black Cauldron (1985) …
Brazil: Pão de Queijo
Pão de Queijo (Cheese Bread) at the Brazil booth is a fan favorite at the EPCOT Food and Wine Festival. I decided to head over there to try it for myself. I really didn’t have any interest in trying it because it seemed like a basic item. I’m glad I tried it. The booth served…
Coral Reef: Vegan Vegetable Skewer
The Coral Reef Restaurant in EPCOT’s Future World recently added some new plant-based options to their menu. While I was disappointed to see the tempura cauliflower go, I’m always excited to try new options. These options include a Mushroom (Lobster-style) Salad and a Grilled Garden Vegetable Skewer. I’ve never had any interest in eating anything…
The Creepiest Activities at Walt Disney World
Sometimes creepy can be a good thing, especially during the Halloween season. While Disney is a family-friendly spot, the park has been known to deliver on the creepy factor. If you don’t believe me, there’s always ExtraTERRORestrial Alien Encounter to remind us of how terrifying a Disney attraction can be. While nothing at that level…