p12-17 Food Nov 09 20/11/09 16:13 Page 17
eat well USA
ENJOY MAGICAL FOOD
Disney parks have a variety of dining experiences on offer but just how good
is the fine dining at Florida’s Walt Disney World? Katherine Lawrey tucks in
I’d always imagined that standard Disney fare was restaurant in Grand Floridian Resort. But the
greasy burgers washed down with Bud Light. But saintly feeling was short-lived – my dessert
my gourmet experience at the Orlando park this arrived with a life-size chocolate crown.
October could not have been more different. Many of the hotels had tempting buffets and
At Yachtsman Steakhouse in Disney’s Yacht Club, a la carte menus for breakfast, but for a one-off
I briefly considered the 24oz steak but thought surreal experience I recommend eating your eggs
better of it, and stuffed and bacon in the Animal
myself with scallops and Kingdom’s Rainforest Cafe.
herb-crusted lamb instead. The jungle backdrop is noisy
I marvelled at the onion- but entertaining.
chopping skills of our chef in I do confess to munching
Teppan Edo, a Japanese on chicken nuggets one night
restaurant in Epcot, where but I was dressed as a pirate
dishes are cooked on a hot (left) so fine dining didn’t
grill in front of diners. really seem appropriate. But
And I felt nicely healthy on the whole, the food I ate at
when I tucked into seared Walt Disney World surpassed
salmon in Citricos, a my expectations and left me
Mediterranean-style definitely wanting more!
Los Angeles
Los Angele
Los Angeles
Make an entrance L.A. style
www.lawa.org
L.A. is all about entertainment. Glamorous nights, days
at the beach, art-filled museums, luxurious hotels and,
of course, celebrities. You can even have a great time at
our airport — LAX. LAX is the ultimate gateway to Los
Angeles with 70 major airlines featuring direct flights and
world-class connections. LAX connects to the rest of
L.A., too. Beaches, shops, museums, attractions, fine
hotels and restaurants are waiting to entertain you. You
can get to your destination conveniently via shuttle, taxi
or car rental.
But don’t rush on our account — take time to explore.
Savor modern architecture and award-winning food at
the hip Encounter Restaurant in the airport’s landmark
theme building, or pick up a meal on the go.
Connections are easily accessible on foot or via
courtesy shuttle. From palm trees to beach breezes,
LAX is a glamorous way to make an entrance, so put
those seats in an upright position and reach for your
shades. We’re getting out the red carpet for your arrival.
TTG Knowledge – November 2009
17
Page 1  |  Page 2  |  Page 3  |  Page 4  |  Page 5  |  Page 6  |  Page 7  |  Page 8  |  Page 9  |  Page 10  |  Page 11  |  Page 12  |  Page 13  |  Page 14  |  Page 15  |  Page 16  |  Page 17  |  Page 18  |  Page 19  |  Page 20  |  Page 21  |  Page 22  |  Page 23  |  Page 24  |  Page 25  |  Page 26  |  Page 27  |  Page 28  |  Page 29  |  Page 30  |  Page 31  |  Page 32  |  Page 33  |  Page 34  |  Page 35  |  Page 36