I love everything Disney so this book caught my attention from the start. Like many people, I've been experimenting in the kitchen with the increased time spent at home and the Unofficial Disney Parks Cookbook presented easy-to-follow recipes that would be helpful for cooks and bakers of any age and experience level. My favorite part was the unique history and side stories that the author included at the beginning of some recipes and I wish more were included. Additionally, some of the recipes had pictures but for some of the more complex/multi-step recipes that aren't as common as cookies or smoothies, I wish there had been more pictures for me to use as a reference when attempting the recipe on my own. Considering the variety of food and drink options at both Disney locations in the US, I think the book could have been longer and there doesn't seem to be particular reasoning as to why some recipes were chosen while others were not. The book features recipes from both Walt Disney World and Disneyland so if you have a Disney-lover in your family and want to try for a unique gift, this book would be a good choice.

After visiting Disney last year, I was overjoyed to find out that there is an unofficial Disney parks cookbook.
However, There are so many pieces of equipment required to make even the basic dishes that I think I will leave it to the experts!
I'll just have to wait until I visit Disney again for my Dole Whip.
The book gives some lovely insights into what goes into the perfect Mickey Pretzel or the fabulous Night Blossom drink but it is tailored towards the American market - hence i'd struggle to find some of the ingredients in the UK.

The book is well written and it splits the food and drinks into relevant parks - so if you were looking for Mickey ice cream sandwiches - you would search for the food in Animal Kingdom.

This Disney Parks recipes are fantastic. The recipes use simple and easy to find ingredients. The instructions are clear and concise. I made quite a few of these recipes for my family and we all loved them. I definitely recommend this Disney Parks Book Of Recipes.

This book is everything I ever dreamed! So many of the recipes are not only classic but also new (including from Star WARS!) I did receive this for review as an uncorrected proof and as such the formatting was slightly off. However, there is a wealth of knowledge here.

One of the early chapters has some tools you should have for making these recipes. Many of these items are things I already have in my kitchen (except for the Ice Cream and shaved ice Maker, but I can skip that one).

More than likely I will purchase this in physical form as it's easier to find the recipes I want (my version does not have a working table of contents). Some of the recipes I am most interested in are The Grey Stuff, Dole Whip, Mr. Kamal's Seasoned fries, and Cheshire Cat Tails.

This is an unofficial Disney parks recipe book written by a mega fan who has been visiting the parks her whole life. I really loved the park info she added throughout the entirety of the book. It was a special touch and I've already learned a few facts I didn't already know.

There are recipes for some classic Disney foods in this book, such as, Dole Whips and Mint Juleps. She's also included some of the newly released Disney treats such as Ronto Wraps from Galaxy's Edge. I'm very excited to try that recipe out!

I think the biggest issue with this book is the major lack of photos. There are some pretty photos of Mickey cupcakes, macarons and pretzels; however, overall there is a serious deficiency of food photos which are expected in recipe/cookbooks. I probably wouldn't' purchase this for myself just from lack of photos. How will I believe the recipes are worthwhile if I can't see their goodness before attempting to make them myself?

***Thank you to Adams Media and NetGalley for providing me with an ARC in exchange for an honest review***

This book is soooo fun. I love all the recipes. So far I have tried Dole whip (because let's face it, it's basic but amazing). As someone who does not go to Disney often, I loved the explanations of the food.

This book is easy to follow and super fun, I cannot wait to try more recipes

I would highly recommend this book

Thank you to NetGalley and Adams Media for kindly providing me with a digital copy of this book for review.
I wanted to read this book with my husband in mind. He is a chef by profession and Disney obsessed to boot. We have not yet made it over the pond to visit the Disney Parks but it is definitely on the bucket list. But I do know when we make it there, the food will be what my husband will be most excited about. So I’ve shown him this e-arc and now this book is on his Christmas list- he loved it and really wants to try out many of the recipes.
I personally liked the Disney Parks history that the author included at the beginning of the book and the author’s own connection to the parks.
I’m not sure we have all the equipment to make everything in this book, but will definitely be trying out a few and creating a little bit of Disney magic at home.

I absolutely love this cookbook! I am a huge fan of Disney Parks and this is great for at home. Especially during this time! The recipes are very detailed and some have pictures. It all looks so yummy!

I received this book free of charge from NetGalley in exchange for my honest review.

Let me start by saying I'm not a huge Disney fanatic. It took me until my late 30s before I even stepped foot in a park. And then it was because I was at Disneyland for a work conference. But the this cookbook seemed intriguing.

I'm drawn more to the treats in this book than the regular food items, probably because I like to bake. There are a few that I've bookmarked and hope to try someday. They don't look too difficult.

I do wish there were more pictures in the book. Perhaps a picture for each item? The pictures that are included also need to have some kind of identifying information so you know what you're looking at in case you aren't a Disney aficionado.

Thanks to NetGalley for the eARC in exchange for an honest review!

This book is as magical as it sounds!
Very nice recipes, perfect to make with kids. Love the Disney vibe and the design of the book is so cute. Definitely recommend to those who love both cooking and disney.

This book is fantastic! It has all the favorites from the parks! The Gray stuff was indeed delicious! I loved that Craft included the history of the parks in the beginning. I also really liked the fun facts after the recipes. As a huge Disney fan, I thought I knew it all, but this book taught me that there's still plenty to learn! Some other recipes I'm really looking forward to making are bacon Mac and cheese hot dogs, the CHURROS, Cheshire Cat tails, Lefou's Brew, loaded buffalo chicken tots, school bread, and pongu lumpia. They have the recipes separated by park and area. Also, they have recipes up to and including Star Wars Land! This recipe book is a game changer, and I cannot wait to impress all of my friends with my newfound recipes.

I liked it !

Good points :
- The recipes I tried were good (especially the caramel apples!)
- There was some very original recipes we rarely see in cookbook
- They had fun names that really helped transporting us and making it feel like a special experience
- Touch of Disney magic in the pages (very important element!!)
- Interesting snippets of informations about the parks, the food or just food in general
- Shows a way to make regular meals more fun (much needed during this pandemic)

Cons :
- I would have liked it to be "prettier". Having a black and white version on my Kindle definitely can't convey the finish that a real book would, but I would have loved more decorations on the pages and more picture.
- There were some odd recipes I don't think I'll be attempting, but have I had kids see them they'd beg me for it and I'd be in trouble !!

Thank you for the ARC !

I’m in California and my kiddo and I are missing the parks during pandemic. As passholders, there are times we absolutely go primarily for the food and shopping with just a ride here and there – and the Disney Parks have some of the best food.

If you’re like us, this book is here to help you solve some of those cravings!

The book is full of some of the best of the Disney meals. Keep in mind the ‘Unofficial’ in the title – these are copycat recipes, but still excellent. For example, Disney recently released the official recipe for their beignets. Their recipe uses buttermilk – the one in this cookbook uses evaporated milk. Still delicious, but just a little different.

It’s also important to keep in mind that you’ll need some equipment if you hope to make everything in this book. For example, the Dole Whip recipe (and others) will require an ice cream maker. The official recipe released by Disney, doesn’t.

While there aren’t pictures of every recipe, fans will already know what these items look like and the pictures that are in the book are so very enticing!

Kiddo and I are having a lot of fun with these – but delicious fun!

*ARC Provided via Net Galley

I LOVED this cookbook! I've always wanted the recipes of Disney foods and now we have every single one! I like how they categorized the recipes based on the park they are from.

Do you remember the first time you went to Disneyworld or Disneyland? The thrill of walking down Main Street, seeing the performers, the castle in the distance and…smelling those delicious aromas that waft out of the shops and restaurants. You do, don’t you? Well, this delightful cookbook is for you.

Chock full of delicious recipes and glorious photographs, the cookbook is organized by sections of the parks. Each section has at least twelve recipes with varying degrees of difficulty. Author Ashley Craft has made this book easy for the home chef. In the forward, she goes over the kitchen equipment you’ll need for the recipes. Each recipe lists ingredients, step by step instructions with hints and occasional substitutions and a lot of fun facts. For instance, did you know that Philadelphia cream cheese was invented in upstate New York?

And oh, the food! Gaston’s cinnamon buns! I can just taste them! Mickey pretzels will be a fun treat to make with children. The hummus trio with breadsticks is a healthy snack and the waffle sandwiches will be a satisfying lunch. You’ll find several recipes for smoothies and desserts. There is something for everyone here - for children and the child at heart!

A big thank you to Ashley Craft who created these recipes. Her blog, Ashley Crafted, is full of recipes and ideas. She has packed a Disney dining experience into this book! 5 stars.

Thank you to NetGalley, Adams Media and Ashley Craft for this ARC.

A fun book for any Disney lover. The title can be a little misleading as is just focuses on the US parks with no recipes from the parks abroad. Nice to see recipes for many of my favorite treats. While there were some entree/savory recipes, the majority are snacks and desserts. Knowing Disney has so many amazing foods all of the parks, it would have been nice to see more of a mix of different types of foods. Still though, a fun book and great color pictures of some of the foods.

As a true Disney fanatic I loved this cookbook! We live in Orlando so we go to Disney World all the time. How wonder it is to experience the magic at home!!

I loved the set up of the book. The map was a great touch! I do wish there had been more photographs. Although I know what most of these items look like, I still love photographs in cookbooks.

I think this is a great book for those seeking to feel to the Disney magic in their home when they can't make it to the parks. I would imagine this would be a great gift for the Disney-lover in your life!

What I appreciate about this cookbook is it's connection to the reader's emotions. This isn't just your average recipe. This is a Disney recipe. It's the item you had when you were in Magic Kingdom waiting in line to ride Space Mountain. It's the item you had when when you were watching fireworks with your loved ones on your vacation. Food has an amazing connection to memory. The sights, the smells, the taste...it all adds to that experience. What a wonderful way to connect with those memories!

Adorable cookbook with tasty recipes. Really enjoyed the maps of the parks and extra details. Can’t wait to make some of these!

Rating 4

Looking at "The Unofficial Disney Parks Cookbook" by Ashley Craft was very neat. Being someone who did not grow up visiting the park and have only been there once it was cool to learn about the different foods offered. I never knew they had such a huge variety of food at the different Disney parks. The recipes in this book all sound yummy and would be food that I would want to eat. They all have different skill requirements as well as what equipment you will need. Some recipes will be easy for people to make and others are not so practical. For example, some recipes require you to have a slushy, ice cream, or pressure cooker and not all traditional families have these. While I did enjoy this cookbook I do wish they had more pictures of the food. When following a recipe for the first time I like to be able to see what the end result looks like. Also, having more pictures helps someone to actually want to create that food. Overall, this was a good cookbook and I will be following some of the recipes. 

Should you read "The Unofficial Disney Parks Cookbook"?Yes. You don't have to be a Disney fan to want to try these foods. The recipes in this book can be enjoyed by all ages at any time. 

**Received an advanced copy through NetGalley in return for my honest review. All thoughts and opinions are my own. **

I received a complimentary copy of this title from the publisher through NetGalley. Opinions expressed are my own.

This is definitely a fun book! Honestly, I doubt it's something your average cookbook reader would pick up--though if they did, they'd probably want to go eat at Disney! But it's more likely that people who pick this up will be ones looking to recreate their specific favorite foods from the Parks. And a lot of them are here!

The "cooking essentials" section is a little intimidating with all of the special items it lists. (And you definitely wouldn't be able to make everything without them. Most notably, the high-powered blender for the ice drinks.) But unless the particular recipe you were looking for needs it or you're determined to make everything in the book (no judgment), you're probably set with the items you already have.

The colorful maps are one of my favorite additions. And the section pages remind you of Disney menus.

And yes, there is Dole Whip, churros, and the Grey Stuff!