Thrifty Thursday: Eat This, Not That for Dessert in Downtown Disney

Today, for our last walk around Downtown Disney, we’re going in search of low cost desserts. Talk about a sweet ending! 

Cheesecake

The Expensive Version 
At Wolfgang Puck Café, the rich, creamy cake is topped with bruleed sugar for $7.95.

The Less-Expensive Version
For a white chocolate raspberry version of the New York classic, head to Cap’n Jack’s and fork over $5.49. 

The Least-Expensive Version
At Wolfgang Puck Express, you can get a vanilla bean-flavored slice for only $5.

Potential Savings: $2.95  Read more

Terrific Tuesdays: Exploring Canada at Disney’s Epcot

   

The Canada Pavilion at Epcot is another country in the World Showcase.  Once again, there are no rides in this pavilion, but plenty to enjoy. Authentic carved totem poles welcome you into the country. Canada has a 360^ CircleVision theater that shows the film “O’Canada”.  It takes viewers on a tour of the beautiful country, showcasing the Mounted Police, Ottawa and Toronto. The pavilion also features a large refreshing waterfall and gorgeous Victorian gardens.   Read more

Disney Cruise Line Summer Series

I am so excited to announce that this summer I am going to be running a Disney Cruise Line series right here on The Affordable Mouse. This series has been designed with YOU in mind. A few weeks back we asked you what you wanted to know about Disney Cruise Line. Based on your responses we have put together a series of posts that are going to answer all of your questions and much more. Read more

Thrifty Thursday: Eat This, Not That for Dinner in Downtown Disney

After a long evening of shopping, you need a hearty, filling meal to face the long bus ride back to your resort, am I right? I scoured Downtown Disney to find some ways to cut costs on several classic menu items.

Half Chicken

The Expensive Version 
At T-Rex Café, $19.99 will get you half of a rotisserie chicken, slow-roasted and served with your choice of sides (garlic mashed potatoes are among the options).

The Less-Expensive Version
In the Marketplace area, WolfGang Puck Express serves up half of a rotisserie chicken covered with garlic butter and rosemary and served with mashed potatoes for only $16. 

Potential Savings: $3.99 Read more