The Single Greatest Disney Food Experience I've Had (Chef's Table - Victoria & Albert's Slideshow)

[FarmBoy78]

We recently were blessed to be able to do the Chef's Table at V&A in the Grand Floridian. Here are the images from the meal.

We had 16 total "platings." I'll be happy to answer any questions if I can help someone enjoy it as much as we did.

1. Cauliflower Panna Cotta w/ Imperial Caviar Amuse-Bouche.
2. Sourdough rolls w/ Six Different Salts & Peppers (not on menu).
3. Lobster "BLT" Amuse-Bouche (chef's addition - not on menu).
4. Alaskan King Crab w/ Watermelon and Finger Limes.
5. Roasted Sablefish w/ Baby Bok Choy and Coconut Curry Broth.
6. New Zealand Langoustine w/ Nage Crema.
7. Herbed Brioche Bread and Butter (not on menu).
8. Truffle pasta (not on menu - chef's addition).
9. Marcho Farms Veal "En Crepe".
10. Smoked Rohan Duck w/ Fuji Apples and Celery Root.
11. Multigrain Baguette w/ Butter (not on menu).
12. Australian Kobe-Style Beef w/ Roasted Garlic Potatoes.
13. Selection of Cheeses
14. Limoncello Mango Dome w/ Blackberry Violet
15. Peruvian Chocolate Crunch
16. Assorted Tasting Chocolates (not on menu)

 

[FarmBoy78]

And forgot to mention it started with a champagne toast with the chef.

 

[Bob Dolewhip]

Artistry in food!
I would love to try the chefs' table.
Then again all I would hear from DH is "why is everything miniature?"

 

[B-Ride]

I would like to try this too. I would also like to buy a Tesla Model S and retire this year. Just not in the cards.

 

[FarmBoy78]

No question, this was a splurge. Would I do it every trip or even often? No. But the entire experience was phenomenal, and there were easily half a dozen "never had anything better than this" plates.

As to the small size. Ha. The photos don't do justice. You're not cutting into a 22 oz. steak, no. But the portions were larger than expected. I was pleasantly surprised.

 

[NYCgrrl]

Where did the chef hail from?

 

[FelisLachesis]

Those look great! Do you have copies of the photos not in video format?

 

[FarmBoy78]

Those look great! Do you have copies of the photos not in video format?

I do, I just haven't uploaded them yet. It's easier on the phone for Youtube I find.

 

[FarmBoy78]

Where did the chef hail from?

Chicago for Scott Hunnell (who now runs all GF restaurants). The Executive Chef is from Orlando actually.

 

[Bob Dolewhip]

And you get 16 of them

 

[Runnsally]

Very nice...thanks for posting.

 

[FarmBoy78]

And you get 16 of them

Ha, this is true.

 

[ahcupcake]

I don't post often but I had to jump in on this.
V&A is our favorite WDW restaurant and we try to eat there every trip(Been almost 6 years since our last trip)
I had the pleasure of dining at the Chef's Table a few years ago for my mom's birthday and it was absolutely fabulous and worth every dollar.

Thanks for sharing FarmBoy78

 

[JerseyJanice]

Beautiful video. Very artistic.

 

[FarmBoy78]

Beautiful video. Very artistic.

Thanks. I've got many more to share over time. I don't want to post them all at once though, because I'm not here to spam the board (I've been here for 3 years, but just now having the time to truly post and be a good member). I just want to share my experiences, and hopefully be able to help others in their future decisions and answer any questions they may have -- or get others involved in helping. Glad you liked.

 

[addiln]

looks amazing. this is on my bucket list to do at least once

 

[Araminta18]

looks sooooooo amazing! Can't wait to eat there for the first time at my next trip.

 

[loves to dive]

My son and I did the regular 7 course meal with wine pairings last month and walked away so full we had to just eat a bite of the cheese course. We loved it but to the tune of $750 (after taxes and gratuity) it's not something we would do every trip. We will do it again but probably not for 5 years or so. We always do one high ticket experience each trip.

 

[AllThingsMickey4]

I would love to do this on our honeymoon in April, but I don't eat seafood... can I tell them ahead of time that I don't eat seafood or would that be considered rude?

 

[FarmBoy78]

I would love to do this on our honeymoon in April, but I don't eat seafood... can I tell them ahead of time that I don't eat seafood or would that be considered rude?

They actually call about 5 days in advance to ask about allergies, dislikes, celebrations, etc. If there's something you know for a fact you just won't like, then I would not hesitate to tell them. They truly do cater to you.

I will say this though, if it's something you just don't have a taste for, as opposed to an allergy or pathological fear of (and believe me, when I post my next video you will see a fear of mine and a chef being accommodating), then give it a shot. They prepare things in a way you may not have experienced that can completely change your mind. Again, don't force yourself to eat something you absolutely can't, but if it's just one of those so-so items, give it a shot (that advice isn't directly specifically to you ATM4, but everyone).