Ka Wa'a Luau@Disney's Aulani Hawaii ★★★

Luau Show with Buffet Dinner at Disney's Aulani. Nice storytelling culture passed on from generations to generations with performances including quick Mickey & Minnie Hula Dance. Food was actually good. Had Poke available but a bit salty. Didn't realize it's open bar until after dinner. Specialty Cocktails (Ka Wa’a Sunset, Tropical Punch, Mai Tai & Blue Hawaii), Beer, House Wines, Spirits & Non-Alcoholic Drinks are included. Arrive early for character photo ops at resort (not part of the show). General Seating $190. VIP Seating$219. Book in advance. General Seating is not that bad. Complimentary Kukui Nut Lei. Show & activities were approximately 3 hours. Validates for 4 hours.

PhotoPass Picture $45 for 1 print out & 4 digital downloads (cannot use your phone for this picture)

Arrive Early & Allow Enough Time to Line up for Character Photos at Aulani (not part of the show)

Complimentary Kukui Nut Lei

Pre-Show

Can use your phone for pictures with performers after the show

KA WA‘A – A Lū‘au on Oʻahu at Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa
92-1185 Aliinui Dr, Kapolei, HI 96707
(866) 443-4763
disneyaulani.com/activities/luau/

Napa Rose@Disneyland Resort ★★★

Nice Chef's Counter at Disney's Grand Californian Hotel. Very difficult to book. 8-course Chef's Counter Tasting Menu is now $225 per person. Took about 3 hours. Napa Rose will be under renovation from April 6 till around September or October. Have to call 2 months in advance to book (no more e-mails) Chef's Counter. Corkage fee is now $50. Regular reservations are made on the Disneyland App, but it gets filled very quickly as well. Complimentary validated 5 hours parking at the Grand Californian Hotel.

Poached Shrimp with Caviar

Riesling $85 (bottle)

Warm Asparagus & Salsify
serrano iberico de bellota, pine nut

Charred Pacific Ahi Tuna Crudo
avocado, jalapeño, yuzu

Oak Roasted Heirloom Carrot Celebration
chipotle & lime

Hokkaido Scallop, Shrimp, & Clam Soup

Thyme Roasted Partridge
pistachio, local apple

Spring Mushrooms
panna cotta, sweet potato essence, ice plant

Housemade Spaghetti (with meat)

Housemade Spaghetti (without meat)

Creekstone Angus Beef Filet Mignon
tender braised wagyu beef cheek

Black-Striped Bass

Blood Orange, Pineapple, & Yuzu Sorbet

Espresso "Pick Me Up"
chocolate, coffee, & cream with sea salt foam

Chocolate

A Parting Nibble
Hot Chocolate with Bay Max Marshmallow

Chef's Counter

Napa Rose
1600 S Disneyland Dr
Anaheim, CA 92802
(714) 956-6755
https://disneyland.disney.go.com/dining/grand-californian-hotel/napa-rose/

New Year Countdown at Napa Rose@Disneyland Resort ★★

Fun Countdown Party with Dance Floor. Food was great. Service needs improvement. Fun red carpet-themed with nice photo ops, even with actual Oscar awards from Walt Disney Archives. Amazing to have Chef Andrew Sutton (Club 33) at the party. 6 Course Prix Fixe Menu $525. Wine Paring $175. Complimentary validated 6 hours parking at the Grand Californian Hotel for the event.

1st: Poached Shrimp Medallions, Golden Osetra Caviar
yuzu lemon aioli

Chef Andrew Sutton (Club 33)

New Year Resolution Cards

Riesling $85 (bottle)

2nd: Agnolotti filled with Maine Lobster in Thermidor Sauce

3rd: Warm Mushroom Panna Cotta, Sautéed Chanterelles
sweet potato essence, imported perigord truffles

4th: Veiled Orange Duck Confit in Miso Harmony Broth

Main: Prime Filet Mignon Chateaubriand
bone marrow crouton, slow-braised wagyu beef cheeks

A Timely Conclusion
Chocolate, Macadamia Crunch, Caramel, Blood Orange Accents

Take Away
Orange Cranberry Breakfast Bread

30 Minutes to New Year Countdown

Napa Rose
1600 S Disneyland Dr
Anaheim, CA 92802
(714) 956-6755
https://disneyland.disney.go.com/dining/grand-californian-hotel/napa-rose/