Thank you to NetGalley for an ARC of The Unofficial Disney Parks Cookbook.

I haven't been to Disney in ages, but when I was young I was fortunate to visit a few times. I know its changed A LOT in the past couple decades. EPCOT is considered cool now!

I didn't pay much attention to the food when I was young (does any young kid?) since I was more excited about waiting on line for Mr. Toad's Wild Ride, but I've seen and read articles about the iconic foods being offered at Disney.

I was intrigued by the premise of this cookbook and since I love food and food porn, I was excited when my request was approved.

The author does a good job of replicating the most popular dishes at Disney, separating the dishes by park; The Magic Kingdom, EPTCOT, etc, and though I shouldn't be surprised (but sort of am) most of these dishes are not difficult to dupe.

Sure, it will take time, equipment and plenty of elbow grease (and the point of vacation is to spend exorbitant amounts of money on food and rides and entertainment) but it blows my mind how simple some of the dishes are, the basic ingredients are required and I can only imagine the double digits it costs at Disney.

I also enjoyed the factoids at the end of some of the chapters; usually about the park or about a food used in the preceding recipe. Those are really fun to read!

My only caveat is the lack of photos. There were some photos but nowhere near as many as there should (could) be.

I think any fan of Disney and/or carnival/amusement park foods will enjoy this book.

Well-researched and affectionate cookbook with copycat recipes for favorite foods at Disney amusement parks, like Dole Whip and Mickey Sugar Cookies. The recipes vary in difficulty and apparent fidelity to their inspiration, with some using convenience products (like canned biscuit dough in the Croissant Doughnuts). Organization is by park, which will probably appeal to Disney-philes who want a vicarious taste of each park, but which makes it difficult to navigate if you are more accustomed to organization by type of food. There is a conversion table for metric measurements, but the measurements within the recipes, the shortcut products, and the park selection are U.S.-centric.

Many thanks to NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.

I received an advance copy of, The Unofficial Disney Parks Cookbook, by Ashley Craft. I love this cookbook, this would be a great Christmas present for the Disney lover in your life. The recipes are great and easy to follow, their pictures of most of the food, and fun facts about the food.

This was a fun look into the world of Disney and the foods you often see in their dining establishments. My favorite part of this cookbook was the history of each of the parks and their signature dishes, I felt like that was a nice introduction that both kids and the kids at heart can enjoy. I also really appreciated the map of all the Disney parks with special notations of where each recipe can be found throughout all the restaurants. I know when I think of Disney food, my thoughts go immediately to The Grey Stuff found at the Beauty and the Beast restaurant at Magic Kingdom, and this cookbook of course lists this Disney favorite as a recipe. I feel like the recipes are broken up nicely with the occasional image of certain dishes, stirring up the nostalgia of folks who miss the Disney parks but are interested in recreating a special recipe. Thank you to Netgalley and Adams Media for this advanced look at this upcoming cookbook, I can't wait to attempt my own version of these Disney classics!

I have always loved Disney. Some of the best family vacations I remember from childhood were of us piling in the car and driving to Disney. There's something about the whimsy and magic that just makes everyone more happy and at ease. I went to Disney before my wedding, on my honeymoon, and my one year anniversary. I even have a Disney Crockpot set and my nice silverware are, yup you guessed it, Disney. Obviously when I saw a Disney cookbook I knew I had to check it out.

Ashley Craft is a fellow Disney addict. She grew up going often and found there's even more to love when you're a grown up. Food plays a huge role in the experience. Craft breaks down each Disney location (complete with a map) of some of the best food items the parks have to offer. Craft then gives an easy and often affordable recipe for some of the park classics. Things such as the Gray Stuff, Churros, and Mickey Pretzels are all included.

Besides sounding amazing and giving me a serious longing to go back to Disney, this cookbook was so fun! I love knowing that I can create the Disney magic in my own home. I like that none of the ingredients are difficult or one use items. I think the only thing I don't have is a fryer, but I can rig something for that easily enough.

Overall, this book was magical! I gave it 5 stars and can't wait to grab a printed copy, right in time for the holidays! I might even make our Christmas meal Disney themed this year (especially since travel isn't looking likely!). Thanks to NetGalley and Adams Media for the ARC in exchange for my honest review!

I am looking forward to trying some of these recipes when distancing ends! The recipes remind me a bit of those in Entertaining with Disney- I love that book! For Disney fans, or just those who enjoy cooking, you'll find loads of scrumptious recipes in this book. Yes, they are copycat recipes, BUT Ashley Craft grew up by Disneyland and is familiar with the food. That is a plus plus in my book! Now I am not a fan of Disney, but have many friends and family who are. I think there will be a little something for everyone in this cookbook!

A RECIPE BOOK LIKE NO OTHER!
When I saw this book I knew I wanted it. It was love at first sight.
I waited, agog , full of anticipation to be approved of this title and when I was I just clapped to myself like a happy, little girl.

I love themed restaurants, parks or anything with a THEME. One of the items on my bucket list/ travel list is to visit DISNEYLAND and DISNEYLAND WORLD. This book was my way to vicariously visit and eat all the lovely treats and noshes of DISNEYLAND. This book was a DELIGHT to say the least.
It is worth experiencing it! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!

- It has all the utensils and items listed in alphabetical order, quite impressive.

- It wakes up the INNER, NONCHALANT child in you and oh so beautifully!

- All the recipes are not just plain old recipes out there but it also has information about how and when and where it started. So that’s good to know.

I haven’t tried all the recipes yet but I have selected which ones they are going to be:
CHEESEBURGER SPRING ROLLS from Adventureland , Magic Kingdom

Every dish from the EPCOT, I have this quirk that I want to TRY EVERYTHING when it comes to food, EAT FIRST , DECIDE LATER! Drinking and eating from around the world!

So getting the best of both worlds (scrumptious food right at your fingertips, maple popcorn , DOLE WHIP, cheesiest Mac and cheese, JUNGLE JULEPS, GOLD PORT GALLEY LEMONADE, ICE CREAM SANDWICH and so much more )

Forgive me if I have sent your stomach rumbling and mouth watering.

So will you try making the dishes from “ THE HAPPIEST PLACE ON EARTH” or the “ MOST MAGICAL PLACE ON EARTH”?
If you are tempted to say BOTH , good news, you can as this book entails recipes from both the places ! Yay!


Thank you NetGalley and the publishers for sending me an e ARC in exchange for an honest review.

This is one cookbook I will be requesting for Christmas. Who does not like Disney Park foods? And what a great way to have them cheaper and year round than buying this book. The recipes are varied and a good mix of different types of food and drink. We tried the dole recipe, churros and beef skewers and they were all fantastic and the recipes were easy to follow. There is still a lot of recipes I want to try but need to get ingredients like the mint juleps so I’m excited to try those. You can’t go wrong giving this book as a gift this holiday season.

I cannot wait to purchase finished copy of this cookbook. My husband and I made a few recipes from the book. Funnel cakes, Dole whip and churros turned out great. Can't wait to make more. This is definitely a must buy for the Disney fan in your life.

This is a treasure! I love that we can now get the taste of Disney from home! The recipes sound so good. I can't wait to get my own copy and try these.

<em>The magic of Disney -- in your kitchen!</em>

Disney has, for many people and myself included, kind of become a<em> huge </em>part of our lives. I've had the fortune of visiting the Disney theme parks on several occasions throughout my life. So, a variety of the foods that are mentioned within these pages are foods that I have tried. It's definitely a lucky thing, me being able to come at this book with that experience. And in that vein, I have a few thoughts about this cookbook beyond just being excited to try the recipes within them.

<b>The Introduction</b>

I know a lot of cookbooks start out with these. And, sure, the history was interesting to learn about. At the same time, though, I can't help feeling that it was just too long. I wanted to get to the bulk of the book, the recipes, sooner. And part of this, I think, comes from the fact that I already know quite a bit about Disney. Some of it, therefore, felt pointless.

Perhaps the greatest thing about this book, though, was the fact that each recipe section comes with a map and short description that tells you where the food is from. Even if I don't go to Disney with this map, it's a great option regardless.

<u>Appliance Purchases</u>

I found it kind of interesting that the author mentions her privilege of growing up in Anaheim, California. It is true that living near Disney is a privilege not afforded most. It's also true that being able to visit on a regular basis falls into that category. And I remember thinking about this as I read the list of materials needed for the recipes. Craft references multiple kinds of blenders, a pressure cooker, stand mixer, and even an ice-cream maker.

There's nothing wrong with this, exactly, but just looking at that list was overwhelming for me. I'm not the sort of person who spends a lot of time in the kitchen. I also have a <em>small</em> kitchen that couldn't possibly hold all those appliances. And a number of them can be expensive. And I kept thinking back to that privilege comment. How many people have the money to buy all of those? Who has a small kitchen like mine and couldn't fit them? How many people live in an apartment and face both of those struggles?

To Craft's credit, she does explain that one can create many of these items without the appliances. Though it is true that the devices make preparation quicker and easier.

<b>The Photographs</b>

Point blank, there weren't enough. I honestly think it was a <em>massive</em> missed opportunity that entire pages were wasted on single photos. With the understanding that including photos in books can be expensive, I think Craft's book would have been <em>far</em> better if the photographs were smaller, included on the main page of the recipe, and more recipes had them.

There were so many recipes where I really just wanted to have a visual for the food. And it was immensely irritating to see so much space wasted on minimal, yet <em>giant</em>, photographs. It just felt wasteful.

<b>The Food</b>

Unarguably the most important part of the entire thing is the food. And Craft doesn't disappoint here. The book is filled with a large variety of absolutely exciting Disney food that entices even me, a proud hater of cooking, into the kitchen. And that's not something I can say often.

I can honestly say that I don't foresee myself making every single recipe in this book. It's cool that she included one for the colored milks, but I frankly don't see much point in making it myself. I'm an adult with no kids, after all. Even the Mickey pretzel, as much as I love it, is something I would probably tweak (I like cinnamon sugar better than salted). And in general, I don't cook much.
The question is, how much can I convince my boyfriend to make?

<em>I was provided a free copy of this book via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.</em>

Great recipes but I find it lacks pictures because some recipes seem complicated (and I have no idea how most of these look like since I've never been to Disney). It sure made me want to try everything! Thank you NetGalley for the free ebook copy.

I received an ARC of this book thanks to NetGalley and publisher Adams Media in exchange for an honest review.
I was very curious and a little skeptical when I saw this book. I have never been lucky enough to go to Disneyland USA and so, while I have seen many photos of delicious-looking food online, I have never been able to try any myself. When I saw this book I really wanted to give it a read and I'm so glad I did!

Firstly, this book is perfectly presented. It really captures the Disney feel and I loved how the recipes were divided by park, with a cute map to tell you exactly where each food is sold. I wasn't sure how accurate this book would be in terms of recipes, but it is genuinely all food from the park and it doesn't just stick to the generic recipes either. The effort is clear on every page and it really pays off.

The recipes themselves are pretty varied and there's a great mix. I like how many of them are very accessible and either don't require a great deal to make or else they require things you would likely already have as a cook. I will say, this is an american book and some of the ingredients aren't super common in the UK. This isn't a huge issue as you can usually get the ingredient somewhere (or substitute it) and it was maybe 3 or 4 of the recipes it applied to, but it's something to be aware of as a UK reader.

Overall, this book is a real treat for Disney fans. It was everything I wanted from the title and the recipes themselves seem a whole lot of fun. I definitely recommend it for the Disney fan in your life.

Overall Rating: 5/5 stars

No stone is left unturned and it seems that all of the fan favorites, old and new, are included in this book. From the shores of Africa, the land of Germany, the streets of Mexico and a galaxy far away, the treats will blow your mind. The recipes are easy to follow. Each accompanied by an origin story as well as tips and tricks to make some dishes faster. There are desserts, drink, and full meals within the pages, as well as the grey stuff, simply delicious.

Disney fans as well as culinary fans will enjoy this book for decades.

We're Disneyland annual passholders, and during the past six months we've really been missing our park. This comprehensive cookbook is a great way to have a little Disney magic until the parks reopen. There are two things we always get on every trip: the clam chowder (in a sourdough bowl) and of course, the Dole Whip. Both recipes are included in this book, and I can't wait to try them out! There are many, many other recipes that look great for things that I haven't tried yet, so those will be fun, too! Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for providing this ARC for review.

As a Disney aficionado, I can say that I've eaten many of the dishes featured in this book at the parks! Classics like the Dole Whip and Mickey pretzels are included as well as newer favorites like Cheeseburger Steamed Pods and Ronto Wraps.

This book has several chapters, each focusing on a different Disney park and the foods that can be found there. The chapters begin with a map of the park with the locations of where to find the items. This isn't necessary for the recipes but adds the Disney ambiance and nostalgia. My only issue with the maps and recipe descriptions is that they mention the area in the park where the item can be found, but don't always mention the name of the restaurant or store where it is purchased. Photos of every recipe are not provided, but the ones that are featured are bright, colorful, and appealing.

The recipes themselves are not usually kid-friendly, as many are from-scratch and shortcuts aren't often taken (e.g., for the macaroni and cheese hot dogs, you use pre-made dogs but the mac & cheese is from scratch). Some recipes incorporate shortcuts like pudding mix and pre-cooked chicken. Harder to make items like pastry, pasta, and bread are often purchased rather than made. There are also simple recipes or add-ons like the Mickey waffles (p. 93) that use the waffle recipe from another chapter and add toppings like Nutella and fruit that would be easy and great for kids. Some of the cookie recipes might be okay for kids to help with, but many recipes are complicated and will require equipment amateur chefs may not own (e.g., ice shaver, steamer basket, immersion blender, popsicle molds).

All in all, there is a nice mix of simple and harder recipes that would make this a great resource for any Disney fan. Inexperienced chefs can start with simpler recipes and work their way up to the more complicated ones. This book will be a go-to reference for Disney Parks fans for years to come.

I am not a huge Disney girl, but after going for the first time as an adult, I can appreciate the detail they put into the parks in general and into the food. I love that the food really goes along with the rides and the atmosphere.

As Ashley Craft says in her intro to Epcot, this park is really focused on the food with the circle of nations and I loved walking around and eating and drinking my way around the world, so it was fun to see some of those things in this cookbook.

There are two things that I picked out to make and can't wait to get the ingredients to try them - the carrot cake cookies AND of course, the Dole Whip!

I want to make everything in this book! I'm not a theme park-snacker, so I've not tried the real versions of any of these meals, but I AM a fan of trying new recipes, especially when I have no idea what it will taste like when it comes out. Definitely going to be making Le Feu's Brew (if I can find toasted marshmallow syrup), dole whip, carnita tacos, cocco gelato, and mangonada smoothies (if I can find chamoy sauce).