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

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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

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Thrifty Thursday: Eat This, Not That in Animal Kingdom

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This is my next installment in this Eat This, Not That series, and I’ve found lots of great ways to save money on dining, but I was super surprised by just how much you can save in Animal Kingdom!! Read more

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Thrifty Thursday: Eat This, Not That in Epcot Desserts

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Last time, we looked at main course items you can get for a deal in Epcot. Now it’s time for dessert …

Espresso

The Expensive Version
At Tutto Italia, you get a single espresso for $3.50 or a double for $5.95.

The Less-Expensive Version
Outside, at the Italy gelato cart, the same single runs you $2.75 while the double sets you back $4.00 

The Least-Expensive Version
Over near Showplace Plaza, a double from Espresso Coffee and Pastries will set you back only $2.99.

Potential Savings: $2.96 Read more

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Thrifty Thursday: Eat This, Not That in Epcot

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Epcot is one of my favorite places on property for a meal—there are just so many choices! And, as I learned this week, there are many, many opportunities to save a couple of bucks on your main meal. Read more

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Thrifty Thursday: Eat This, Not That in Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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This week, we’re saving dollars in Disney’s Hollywood Studios! The savings here aren’t as impressive as they are at the Magic Kingdom, but you can’t forget that all of your savings add up!

Chili Dog

The Expensive Version
At Fairfax Fare, you can get a specialty chili dog for $8.19. Depending on the way the wind is blowing when you visit, the dog will come with either a small bag of chips, beans or coleslaw.

The Less-Expensive Version
Near Lights, Motors, Action, you’ll find Herbie’s Drive-In, which offers a chili dog (no sides) for $5.49.

Potential Savings: $2.70 Read more

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