8 Inexpensive Gifts for Valentine’s Day for Your Man

By Heather Jensen 

 

You readers asked for it, and we answered – here is your post on some fab and clever inexpensive gifts for Valentine’s Day that are sure to make your man feel special, without breaking the bank! Whether your man is obsessed with cameras or if he is just looking for a way to groom himself, these inexpensive gifts for Valentine’s Day are super unique, but still inexpensive!

1. Minimergency for Him Kit

I love a guy that is super groomed and looks nice, but it takes time to do that, doesn’t it? This little kit is filled with everything that he’ll need to look awesome! This is one of the top inexpensive gifts for Valentine’s Day that is useful, but not overdone. It’s only about $13.00 from pinchprovisions.com!

2. ASOS Watch

If your man is a time keeper, he’ll absolutely love this watch – and it isn’t all that expensive either! It’s just under $50.00 and it’s super stylish. It’s got an adjustable crown, a sleek and chic face and a pin buckle that is super easy to keep on! Give it a try!

3. Lomography Oktomat Camera

If your man is the ultimate photographer, but hasn’t found a camera that is cheap but still worth it, this lightweight, flashy and fashionable camera is perfect! It’s got a pop-up viewfinder and it’s under $30.00 on uniquephoto.com! The ideal gift for the photographer in us all!

4. Wild Man All Natural Cologne

Now, I am all for a man that wears cologne, but cologne can honestly be super expensive. If you want cologne that smells great (just like a woody, musky note), but doesn’t break the bank, go on over to Urban Outfitters and get some Wild Man! It’s the greatest cologne for the woodsy man!

5. Love/Hate Necklace

Now, I know a lot of men hate to wear any necklaces, but if your relationship has a little twist of hate and love, this is the perfect necklace for him! It’s cute, it’s totally special and it’s only $18.00 at Urban Outfitters! It’s one accessory that your man is sure to love!

6. Photo Candles

Now, this is actually a gift that won’t cost you anything but the photo, the paper and the candle holder. This is perfect for the executive that doesn’t like to clutter his office with a lot of pictures. It’s a DIY gift, girls! Take a look at the tutorial below!

7. Map of Love

Have you and your boyfriend moved a ton? Have you fallen in love in one place and gotten married in another? Why not make a map of everywhere you’ve been and string it all together? This awesome gift is DIY and so much fun!

8. Personalized Cutting Board

Finally, the last Valentine’s Day gift for the foodie and cook out there is a personalized cutting board. It’s so nice to have something that is completely yours and that has your name on there. If you’re man is a cook, he’ll absolutely love this gift! This one is available for only $39.00 at Etsy, but do a search, there are tons!

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8 Hair Removal Methods to Consider

By Mikala Ewald 

Hair Removal Methods are important to research and consider before choosing which option is best for you. This list of hair removal methods will help you determine which will best suit your needs. Unwanted body hair is something we all battle, so finding an easy and effective way to remove unwanted hair is a relief. Certain hair removal methods are more effective for smaller areas of the body, while others are great for large body parts. Some methods last longer than others, and some are less expensive. There are many variables to consider when choosing the best hair removal method for you.

1. Waxing

This is one of the most popular options on this list of hair removal methods. waxing is great because the results are long lasting, unlike many other methods. Once you get on a regular waxing schedule with your hair removal technician, you can go 1-2 months before needing another wax appointment.

 The pain associated with waxing has been somewhat exaggerated. Waxing is painful at first, but only for a matter of seconds. Other than the pain, the biggest downside to waxing is that you have to let the hair grow to be about a quarter of an inch long before the hair can be successfully removed. This can be tiresome and inconvenient, especially in embarrassing areas.

2. Shaving

Shaving is probably the most common method of hair removal. Tons of women shave their legs and underarms everyday, while men shave their faces on a regular basis. Shaving is quick and inexpensive in comparison to many of the other methods on this list, but it does have some inconveniences. Shaving typically has to be done every single day to maintain smooth, hairless skin.

Since razors leave a blunt tip on each hair, the stubble that grows back is spikey and uncomfortable and appears darker/fuller than it does if the hair grows back in naturally. This is why many people think shaving causes hair to grow back in thicker, although in reality it does not. Shaving can also cause ingrown hairs and razor burn that are uncomfortable and can be painful.

3. Tweezing

Tweezing is the most inexpensive hair removal method, but it is a very tedious procedure. Due to the time it takes to tweeze, it is best to only use this method on small areas of the body such as the eyebrows. Tweezing requires you to remove one hair at a time using a pair of tweezers. Tweezers can be used over and over again, but should be cleaned thoroughly with alcohol before and after each use.

4. Depilatories

Depilatory creams are chemicals that eat away at or dissolve the hair on the surface of the skin. Simply apply the cream and let it sit as directed on the container, then wipe away the dissolved hairs. Depilatory creams, such as Nair or Veet that are available at drugstores, can be harmful if used improperly. Follow the instructions on the packaging to avoid getting chemical burns on the surface if your skin. In addition, most depilatories smell unpleasant and they do not work as well on coarser hair.

5. Sugaring

Sugaring is an ancient method of hair removal that is beginning to become more common again. Sugar, as it is called, is typically made from sugar, honey, and lemon that is heated and combined into a mixture that is applied to the area where the unwanted hair exists. The substance is then rolled across the skin, removing the hair as it is also removed. It can be a bit more painful that waxing since the substance is more slowly removed, but it is just as effective. If your skin is too sensitive to be waxed, sugaring is the option for you, as it is less abrasive on the skin.

6. Threading

Threading is another ancient method of hair removal that originated in the Middle East. This method of hair removal involves cotton thread being twisted and rolled across the skin to entangle and pluck out unwanted hair. This method is also great for those with sensitive skin, since it only pulls the hair and does not irritate the skin. It is quicker than tweezing and very precise, so it is great for shaping eyebrows. Many shopping malls have kiosks where you can have your eyebrows threaded at a reasonable cost.

 It is important to note that some therapists who thread place one end of the cotton thread in their mouths. Although that area of the thread does not directly touch the skin, it can be unsanitary since cotton is absorbent and can wick the saliva down the thread toward your skin. Threading can be done just as easily and effectively without the therapist placing the thread in her mouth.

7. Laser Hair Removal

Laser hair removal is one of the best hair removal methods, in my opinion, if you have the means to afford it, as it can be pricey. This method is known to permanently reduce the amount of hair in a particular area. Lasers are directed at the area in which you want to remove unwanted hair. The lasers zap the hair’s root and nutrient source (called the papilla) and destroy it.

Without its nutrient source, the hair cannot grow back. Laser hair removal is a bit painful during the process, but new lasers utilize suction and other methods to reduce the pain you experience. Most technicians apply a topical anesthetic to the skin to further eliminate any pain. Laser hair removal is most effective on candidates who have light skin and dark hair, so the laser can easily differentiate between the two and target the hair.
 

8. Electrolysis

Electrolysis is currently known as the only method of permanent hair removal and is the most expensive method. A small needle is inserted into the hair follicle and an electric current is pushed through it, destroying the entire follicle and making it impossible for hair to regrow. People who have had electrolysis say that it feels like being repeatedly slapped with a rubber band, but most agree that it is worth the pain!

Removing unwanted hair will make you feel more confident and at ease. Choosing the best method for you will help eliminate stress and will help you save time and money. Which methods of hair removal have you tried? Which is your favorite and why would recommend it? I hope this list helps make your decision easier when it comes to choosing the best hair removal method for you!

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7 Signs Your Crush Sees You as Just a Friend

By Heather Jensen 

 

Picking up on the signs he sees you as just a friend is hard! After all, if you have a crush, why would you want to believe that he he just likes you as a friend? Don’t worry ladies, if you’re constantly looking for signs he sees you as just a friend, I’ve got the top 7 ways to tell!

1. He Calls You Buddy

Of course, if a guy has a crush on you, he might have a ton of nick names for you, but if he constantly is calling you a buddy or a friend and nothing more, that is one of the signs he sees you as just a friend. If he has a special nick name for you though, it could mean that he likes you as more than a friend!

2. You Always Initiate Everything

Do you constantly find that you have to initiate everything with your BFF? Do you have to constantly call him, constantly touch him and flirt with him? This is absolutely one of the signs he sees you as just a friend. If you have to constantly be the one that is reaching out, watch out ladies!

3. You Never Get Alone with Him

Is there constantly a third or fourth wheel around when your crush is around? Does he constantly want a group of your friends around instead of just the two of you? It could be one of the top signs he sees you as just a friend.

4. He Sets You up with Other Men

One red flag that you should watch out for girls is if your BFF is setting you up with other guys. Does he constantly want to pawn you off on his friends or even with complete strangers? It’s a sign ladies! Watch out for it!

5. Constantly Talks about Girls He Likes

Guys typically talk about girls that they like to their friends, so if he is constantly bringing up one or two girls that he has a crush on, it’s a sign he sees you as just a friend. After all, don’t you constantly talk about your crush with your best girlfriends?

6. He Let’s You Sleep over … Just to Sleep

So your guy friend let’s you sleep over right? Does he just let you sleep? That’s the key ladies, if he doesn’t try to make a move on you, it’s definitely one of the signs he sees you as just a friend.

7. He Never Let’s Anything Happen

Finally, if he lets you sleep over and doesn’t try anything, does he try anything while you’re awake? If he doesn’t even try to make a single move, it’s absolutely one of the signs he sees you as just a friend. After all, wouldn’t you want to kiss your crush if you could?

There you have it ladies! All of the signs he sees you as just a friend. Do you have a crush on your best guy friend? Do you think that he likes you back but exhibits some of these signs? Take it as a cue ladies, he might just see you as a friend and that’s all!

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9 Fun Things to Do This St.Valentine’s Day

By Kati Blake 

 


1. A hanhmade love note

One romantic thing to do this Valentine’s day would be to spend some time finding some cute notelets or a pretty card and write your partner a handwritten note. Leave it by their bed so when they wake up, that’s the first thing they will see. That’s just the kind of thing that will make their day!

2. Take the day off

 

If you can, try to get the day off. Not only will this give you more time to plan and enjoy your Valentine’s day, it will also keep you relaxed and give you a much deserved lie in! Don’t fret if you can’t get the day off, though, you can have just as much fun after work!

3. Prepare a picnic

Most people forget about lunch on Valentines Day, but it can be the perfect way to have some fun! Pack a picnic basket with all of your favourite foods, and find somewhere picturesque to share lunch. Whether you feed each other or just spend the time talking, you are sure to have a great time! Don’t forget…your picnic basket is virtually incomplete without a yummy dessert!

4. Treasure hunt

Write a series of love notes, with clues about your plans. Hide them in different places, such as on the bed, on the fridge and in their work bag. It’s a fun twist and will add some much needed excitement to the normal, mundane Valentine’s Day especially if the two of you are working.

5. Create a holiday at home

Have you seen “It’s A Wonderful Life”? There’s a scene in it in which the bride has to ‘create’ a honeymoon after her plans get ruined. Take inspiration, and go on holiday at home! Dress as if you are there, eat the right foods, listen to music….maybe even decorate your house according to the theme. This is also a great way to remind your partner of your honeymoon, if you’ve had one!

6. Look after them

Simple things, such as having a cup of tea ready when they get home or running them a bath and lighting some candles, are often the most appreciated. Show them how much they mean to you by making them feel good about themselves and they are sure to return the favour!

7. Give them a massage

Massage is a brilliant art, for both the giver and the receiver. It’s also free, which is perfect if you are saving the pennies! So read up online on different kinds of massages. My favorite is a foot massage. Grab some candles, towels and scented massage oil, and take it in turns. This is the perfect money saving yet romantic way to celebrate!

8. Go out of your comfort zone

One of my favourite, most incredible Valentine’s dates was going paintballing. Not very romantic, and I only went to keep my boyfriend happy, but I knew he’d love it and I wanted to surprise him. It was me that got surprised in the bargain though! We both had so much fun, and it bought us so much closer. Think about what your partner might like, and see if you can arrange it. You might enjoy it!

9. Learn something new

Whether you learn to dance or to make chocolates, book a class doing something completely new together. You’ll have a lot of fun, and have a new skill! If you can’t afford a course, try buying a chocolate making set online, or a dance DVD, or even just cooking a meal you haven’t tried before.

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9 Unexpected Valentine’s Day Gifts for Your Lover

By Lyndsie Robinson 

There are numerous Valentine’s Day gifts you could buy for your lover, but aren’t you tired of the same old thing? Roses, candy, the latest video game – those are all great gifts, but this year, wouldn’t you like to give something different? Whether your Valentine is a guy or a girl, there are lots of unique, unexpected Valentine’s Day gifts there for the taking (and giving!). Take a look and see if anything jumps out at you!

1. Extreme Sports

Has your lover always wanted to go hang gliding, kite boarding, or bungee jumping? The best Valentine’s Day gifts are both surprising and thoughtful. They come from the heart. If you know your boyfriend, girlfriend, partner, or spouse has always wanted to try something extreme, sign up for it. You don’t have to join in if you don’t want to, but if you take the plunge, it’ll be more romantic, don’t you think?

2. A Personalized Coupon Book

This one sounds a bit cliché, but it always goes over well. It’s also fantastic if you’re on a budget. The key is to create coupons that will appeal to your lover. For a gamer, make sure there are coupons for One Free Game night, where he or she has free time to splay out on the couch for hours of the favorite game of the day. If your partner is a true gourmand, include coupons for a night out at a restaurant or a home cooked meal – from appetizers to dessert, of course!

3. An Exciting Class

Does your partner dream of dancing lessons? Does your boyfriend want to learn how to cook? Does your wife want to learn Italian? Is there something you’ve always wanted to learn as a couple? Now’s the time – and the best part is that something like this lasts far past Valentine’s Day.

4. A Treasure Hunt

Why not put together your own Valentine’s Day treasure hunt? Scavenger hunts are fun as well. The end price can be anything you want it to be, from a romantic night to a more traditional gift. This option takes time, but you don’t have to make it enormous. It’s fun, it’s exciting, and it’s definitely unexpected!

5. Volunteering

Sometimes the best way to give something to someone is to give back others. Why not spend the day volunteering? You can visit a soup kitchen, spend time at the local LGBT shelter, or volunteer your time at an animal shelter. Helping others will bring you closer together, and those feelings, too, will last throughout the year.

6. A Couples Massage

You’ve got several options here. You can book a dual massage at the local spa, of course, and indulge in a much-needed day of relaxation. However, you can also set things up at home, and plan to give each other massages. All you need are some hot towels, some candles, some heated oil, and some soothing music.

7. A Flowering Plant

One of the reasons traditional roses and other flowers get a bad reputation around Valentine’s Day is because they die. That’s not a great message to send to someone you love! There’s an anecdote that goes around every V-Day touting lovers to give each other potatoes, because they’re much more enduring. However, they’re also potatoes. Why not try a flowering plant instead? Get your lover something that needs to be taken care of and nurtured, that flowers into something long-lasting and beautiful – just like your relationship!

8. A Promise

This option is open for interpretation. Have you been promising something to your lover? Is there something he or she wants more than anything? Maybe it’s a promise to clean the house more often, a vow to go to couples therapy, or the promise to simply spend more time together as a couple. Make that promise now – and keep it.

9. A Surprise Trip

Finally, if it’s feasible, make plans to take your lover he or she somewhere he or she has been dying to visit! Even if you can’t do it on or around Valentine’s Day, you can start planning for some point in the near future, and surprise your Valentine with the news.

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20 Tips on How to Make a Guy Fall in Love with You

By Katie 

Spring has sprung, and love is in the air — so are some fantastic tips on how to make a guy fall in love with you! Whenever the weather starts getting warmer, we all start wishing we had a special someone to spend time with. Sometimes, it can be tricky to find – and get! – that great guy you’ve been wishing for. So, here are my top 20 tips on how to make a guy fall in love with you!  It’s all about confidence, being yourself and really putting yourself out there!

1. Be Yourself

All of my tips on how to make a guy fall in love with you surround being yourself.  If you’re fake, it doesn’t matter if you get a guy to fall in love with you, because he won’t really be in love with the real you. So, my first idea is to always be myself, no matter what, so a guy likes me for me.  After all, you would hate to fall in love with a guy that isn’t being himself right?

2. Optimize Your Appearance

Whenever I’m trying to be more attractive to someone, I always optimize. Now, this doesn’t mean I starve myself to look thin, buy tons of new clothes, or get a dramatic hair cut. Instead, I just try to make myself look my best. This means a cute outfit that emphasizes my best features, combed and fixed hair, a little makeup, a clean bright smile, and a spritz of light perfume.  I do this for myself, so I can be confident in who I am.

3. Listen

Guys love to talk about themselves, and they think a girl who actively listens to them is so charming. So, I always listen more than I talk when I was trying to attract a guy. Talk about yourself, current topics, news events, etc about 20% of the time, and let him control the conversation about 80% of the time.  If he is attune to women, he will ask you questions too and it’ll develop into a nice little back and forth conversation!

4. Laugh a Lot

Having a sense of humor is really important when you are trying to attract a guy.  Laughing at his jokes and even knowing how to take a joke can really make a guy feel like he knows a girl instantly!  If you’ve got a crush, laugh it up a little with him and see how he responds!

5. Have a Great Attitude

In my experience, guys like girls with cheerful, sunny dispositions. No one likes to hang out with a pessimistic, negative person. So, I always try to look on the bright side of life and be a “glass half full” person when I’m trying to catch a hot guy. People always tend to look my way more often and gravitate toward me when I’ve got a smile on my face!  So flash those pearly whites!

6. Be Sweet

Sometimes, I can be catty… all girls can be. When I’m with my girlfriends, we’ll gossip or trash some other girl for being rude or trashy, but that’s not a nice way to act. And, let me just tell you, I’ve learned that this kind of behavior doesn’t attract guys. Boys are drawn to girls who are sweet and don’t gossip, so keep cattiness and snotty comments to yourself around your new guy.  The occasional catty comment is okay, but keep it to a minimum!

7. Flirt

Some of my friends used to think flirting was beneath them, but I’m telling you – it works. Guys just love to be showered with attention and treated like a king. So, toss your hair a little bit, throw your head back and laugh, grin a lot, and look up and him from under your eyelashes. Even those these old tricks might seem tried and true, they’re tried and true because they actually work!

8. Be Different

Trying to be unique and different is a way I’ve always tried to interest guys. I don’t want him to think that I’m just like all the other girls out there… instead, I want to be seen as charming, witty, and smart. So, I don’t talk about all those same old topics, like school gossip. Ask him about how he feels about current events or newsworthy stories and show him you’re worldy!

9. Be Witty

Everyone has a bit of charisma to them and a witty side, why not show that?  I know it can be difficult sometimes, if you are around your crush, but don’t get too tongue-tied and just go for it!  Remember when I said that a guy likes a girl with a sense of humor?  Show that side of yourself to him and be confident in who you are!

10. Initiate Physical Contact

Guys love physical touch, and touching someone is a quick way to develop intimacy. So, when I’m trying to attract a guy’s attention, I will look for ways to bring physical touch into play. For instance, I touch his arm lightly when I’m laughing at a joke, or I’ll slap him on the knee playfully if he says something funny, or I’ll touch his hand while I’m explaining something.

11. Bring Him a Treat

The old saying that the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach isn’t just an old saying for no reason- it’s totally true! I always bake a little treat for a guy when I’m trying to make him fall in love with me, and then I just surprise him with it on a random day. When my husband and I were first dating, I left a bag of treats in his locker before every football game. He just loved it!

12. Give Him Freedom

When a guy’s trying to determine if you’re girlfriend material, he will test you a little bit. My advice at this point is to give him his freedom, and that will send him right back for more. In my experience, if any guy ever got the impression that I’d try to tie him down, he’d be gone lightning fast. So, let your guy know that you value and respect his time with his friends, playing sports, or whatever it is he does in his spare time.

13. Let Him Call You

When I’m trying to get a guy, I play a little hard to get. I don’t call him all the time, try to track him down, or generally make myself a bother. I want him to think that I’m too busy out there having a great time to bother with him, and that he better get in touch with me quickly if he’s interested in sharing any time with me! Let him do the pursuing, and he’ll be much more interested in you.

14. Practice Mirroring Strategies

Okay, this seems a little creepy at first, but just hear me out. Whenever I want to impress or charm someone (not just guys, but anyone), I do a little physical mirroring. What this means is taking whatever physical action that person does, waiting about five seconds, and then copying the motion. For instance, if your guy rests his elbow on the table, wait five seconds, and then put your elbow on the table. Sounds silly, but it works! It creates a connection between me and the guy that he just can’t explain.

15. Make Eye Contact

Staring deeply into someone’s eyes quickly ramps up the intensity of the connection between two people. So, if I’m trying to get a guy to fall in love with me, I stare deeply into his eyes while we’re talking. Now, don’t look too long, or you’ll appear to be a stalker… but you definitely want extended eye contact. Remember the scenes in Twilight where all the sexual tension developed between Edward and Bella just based on eye contact? That’s what I’m talking about.

16. Don’t Appear Desperate

Guys want someone that is confident and someone that is secure in themselves. Even if you aren’t confident, don’t worry, there are tons of ways to build it.  Start small and just go from there.  I know not appearing desperate is hard, but if you appear to have it all together and even play hard to guy?  Your crush will like you even more!

17. Be Trustworthy

Guys love someone they can trust. I learned the hard way that telling my girlfriends every thing about a new guy in my life wasn’t the best idea. Word always gets back to the guy that I’ve talked about what he told me or told details about our time together, and he always bolts. So, discretion is the best policy. Don’t tell your girls every little bit of your private conversations, and your guy will trust and respect you much more.

 18. Leave a Little Mystery
When I am trying to attract a guy, I don’t want to be an open book to him. I’ve found that guys like a little mystery… they keep coming back for more if you leave more to find out. Think of your information, history, interests, etc. like a treasure hunt… give your guy little clues, but don’t let him find the treasure right away. He’ll want to keep calling and asking you out just to learn more about you!

19. Be Supportive of His Interests

Guys love it when a girl takes an interest in what he likes to do.  Even if you don’t necessarily like what he is into (like video games or sports!), just give it a try — that way you can have some common ground.  Guys, that also means that you’ll have to take an interest in your girl’s interests too!  A relationship is a two way street.

20. Hold off on The Physical Intimacy

My last tip has to do with physical intimacy, or making out, heavy petting , or sex. If you truly want to make a guy fall in love with you, you’ve got to hold out on stuff like this for as long as you can. Most guys I dated and are friends with just go after a girl for the thrill of the chase at first. It takes time for them to realize that they actually care about the girl. So, hold off on physical intimacy to give your relationship a chance to develop first. Steve Harvey has written a hilarious book that talks about this exact idea!

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7 Best Restaurants in Walt Disney World

By Madison Unruh 

 

The Best Restaurants in Walt Disney World are as magical as you would expect them to be! With over 360 dining locations to choose from, the best restaurants in Walt Disney World can be hard to find. That is why I have compiled a list of my 7 absolute favorites that you MUST try the next time you go to Walt Disney World!

1. Victoria And Albert’s Restaurant

Located in Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort is one of the highest rated restaurant’s around, Victoria and Albert’s. This AAA 5 Diamond restaurant is among the 3 most critically acclaimed restaurants in all of Florida. Your taste buds will be delighted for over 2 hours and 6 courses. However, if you really feel like splurging, you can book a table inside the kitchen of Victoria and Albert’s. Only one table a night gets this honor, so it is best to make reservations at least 6 months in advance.

You will get an opportunity to visit with the chef’s about the likes and dislikes of those in your party and then the chef will create a customized eleven-course meal just for you! Women are required to wear dresses or pant suits while men must wear a dinner jacket.

Victoria and Albert’s is one of the few places in Disney World made especially for adults. Children under the age of 10 will not be served here, making this the perfect place for a date night with your hubby. The menu changes daily and for an additional fee, the kitchen will do a wine pairing for you based on the current menu. Victoria and Albert’s attention to detail is what sets this restaurant apart and makes it number 1 on my list of the Best Restaurants in Walt Disney World.

2. Le Cellier Steakhouse

In the Canada Pavilion section in the Epcot Theme park, you will find Le Cellier Steakhouse. While the simple wooden sign and the stone walls may look modest from the outside, the inside of the restaurant is anything but. Everything from the interior to the menu is inspired from the provinces of Canada.

This quaint restaurant is a haven for red meat lovers with menu options like filet mignon and prime rib. While the meat may get you drooling, it’s their Canadian Cheddar Cheese Soup that will keep you coming back. You can finish your meal with some vintage wine and delicious chocolate ‘moose.’ This is one of the most famed restaurants in Disney World so reservations must be made 6 months in advance to guarantee your place at a table.

3. The Hollywood Brown Derby

The Hollywood Brown Derby Restaurant is an authentic replica of the famous Brown Derby in Hollywood, so it’s no surprise you’ll find this restaurant in the heart of Hollywood Studios in Disney World. When you open the doors, you will be instantly taken back to the golden age of Hollywood. You will see caricatures of famous faces all over the walls so you will really feel like you are dining with the stars!

The menu is contemporary American cuisine with many mouth-watering dishes. The filet of beef is juicy and free of fat, which makes it tender enough to cut with a fork. For dessert, The Hollywood Brown Derby is famous for their original grapefruit cake. This restaurant features an extensive wine list and cocktails are poured right at your table. All of these aspects make The Hollywood Brown Derby one of the best restaurants in Disney World!
 

4. Jiko – The Cooking Place

Jiko – The Cooking Place is a restaurant inside the Animal Kingdom Lodge in Walt Disney World that combines the flavors of African, Indian, and Mediterranean cuisine. The interior of Jiko is designed after African cultures. The color scheme is reminiscent of a beautiful African sunset and there are sculpted birds ‘flying’ overhead. There are tiled columns throughout the restaurant with rings at the base to represent the Padaung tribe, whose women wear rings around their necks. As soon as you enter Jiko, you are greeted by twin wood burning stoves and a friendly wait staff.

The menu here is a little more daring than some of the other restaurants in Disney World, but it is oh so delicious! Another aspect that sets Jiko apart is that their wine list has one of the most extensive options of South African Wines in North America. If that’s not your style, maybe one of their many award-winning wine options will suit your fancy!

5. California Grill

This restaurant has been a staple in Disney World since the Contemporary first opened (although it has had 2 different names) and there is good reason it has stuck around so long! The California Grill is always receiving new awards and honors thanks to the innovative chefs and the incredible quality. The menu is market-inspired, meaning it changes with the season. Perhaps my favorite part of Disney’s California Grill, however, is the view. The panoramic windows look out over the water and glistening in the distance is Cinderella’s Castle. At night, this best restaurant in Walt Disney World is the prime location to watch ‘Wishes’ Disney’s fireworks display. It is so much fun to book a late reservation and order cocktails and appetizers while watching the sky light up with fire!

6. Cinderella’s Royal Table

If you have a little princess with you or if you are one yourself, Cinderella’s Royal Table is the perfect restaurant for you. While the food is just average here, the experience you get is enough to last a lifetime! Cinderella’s Royal Table is one of the very few places inside Cinderella’s Castle tourists are allowed inside. While waiting to go inside the dining room, you will be greeted by Cinderella and she will hand out magic wands and sabers to all the children. She will then lead you up a winding stone staircase to a dining room fit for a queen! There are plush red and purple velvet curtains draped about and the light shining through the stained glass windows dances around your table. The vaulted, stone ceilings are draped with banners from the ‘kingdom.’ Your children will also be delighted to meet Cinderella’s Fairy Godmother, Suzy, Perla, and sometimes, another Disney princess or two. This is truly one of the most magical places in Disney World making this one of the Best Restaurants in Disney World!

7. Teppan Edo

Teppan Edo is a hibachi-style restaurant located at the Japan Pavilion in Epcot. Hibachi is fun for the whole family and with 8 seats around each grill, it is the perfect place to dine if you are with a large group. You and your kids will be delighted with the tricks these trained chef’s will perform while cooking your food. Entrees are served with udon noodles and rice and you can get an assortment of meat such as shrimp, chicken, or even filet mignon. Teppan Edo is the perfect restaurant for a delicious dinner with an entertaining show!

These 7 Best Restaurants are what keeps me coming back to Walt Disney World again and again. Although I love to try a new restaurant each time I go, I am always drawn back to these favorites! Will you be trying any of these restaurants the next time you are in Disney World? Is your favorite Disney World restaurant missing on this list? If so, what is it!?

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