Episodios

  • Disney News 06/27/2024
    Jun 28 2024

    Staci gives you the inside scoop on Disney's new Lightning Lane System, Cruise Line Updates and Magic Kingdom Food.

    For more updates or help with your next vacation:

    www.happytravelswithstaci.com/blog

    staci.sweeden@theenchantedtraveler.com

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    9 m
  • Ep 5: EPCOT World Showcase: America & Japan
    Jun 23 2024

    We are back in EPCOT, and we've made it to America and Japan. Join us as we breakdown the amazing food and drinks at these locations and discuss attractions and shopping.



    Violet Sake

    • 1.5 oz Monin Desert Pear Syrup (order from Amazon; we had to use Prickly Pear and it wasn't QUITE the same, but very close in flavor)
    • .5 oz Sweetened lime juice (I used Rose's brand, pre sweetened, but you could add simple syrup to fresh squeezed lime if you wanted to make your own)
    • 4oz dry sake
    • 2oz water
    • 1 oz coconut rum
    • 1 oz banana liqueur
    • 1 oz peach schnapps
    • 3 oz pineapple juice
    • splash of grenadine
    • Fries (make them crispy!)
    • Mac & Cheese (Panara mac is my preference, but you can use any white cheese mac & cheese you like)
    • Brisket burnt ends
    • Onion rings (again, the crispier the better)
    • Green onion for garnish
    • Graham Cracker crust (I recommend making your own so you can make it slightly thicker than the pre-made)
    1. 1 1/2 cup graham crackers or graham cracker crumbs
    2. 1/3 cup melted butter
    • Brownie Mix
    • Chocolate frosting
    • Jet-Puff Marshmallow Fluff
    • Chocolate bar

    Combine all ingredients in a shaker, shake well and pour over ice. Lemon for garnish.
    Tokyo SunsetCombine all ingredients minus the grenadine into a shaker with ice and shake well. Pour over ice. Add a splash of grenadine; it will sink to the bottom and create the "sunset" effect. Garnish with orange, cherry or pineapple if you like!
    Loaded Burnt Ends FriesLayer the ingredients in that order. That's it! You can make everything from scratch or buy it pre-made at the store.
    S'mores BrowniePreheat oven to 350* and grease an 8x8 pan. Combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter and press into bottom of pan. Mix your brownie batter and pour onto graham layer. Spread evenly and bake for 30 minutes.
    Once the brownies have cooled completely, pipe on the marshmallow fluff. Using a crème brulee torch, toast the top of the marshmallow fluff. Add a piece of chocolate bar for garnish.

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  • Disney News 06/20/2024
    Jun 21 2024

    The latest theme park updates brought to you by Staci Sweeden. Updates in Frontierland, Test Track Closure and DCL offers!


    For travel bookings, you can reach Staci at staci.sweeden@theenchantedtraveler.com or facebook.com/happytravelswithstaci

    You can find all offerings and the blog at www.happytravelswithstaci.com

    Email us at happiesthouronearthpod@gmail.com for any podcast related questions or ideas.


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  • Ep 4 - EPCOT World Showcase: Germany & Italy
    May 15 2024

    Staci and Sarah discuss a lot of food and drink options at these two pavilions and some of the shopping and festival finds you can find.

    Photos: https://www.happytravelswithstaci.com/the-podcast.html

    If you're ready to plan your next Disney vacation: schedule a consultation call with Staci at staci.sweeden@theenchantedtraveler.com or directly at https://calendly.com/happytravelswithstaci/30min

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    54 m
  • Disney World News: EPCOT's Flower and Garden Festival
    May 5 2024

    Staci and Sarah touch briefly on the spring festival: EPCOT's Flower and Garden which runs through May 27th, 2024.


    Thinking about your next Disney vacation? You can reach out to Staci for a complementary consultation at staci.sweeden@theenchantedtraveler.com.

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  • Ep3 - EPCOT World Showcase: Norway & China
    Apr 19 2024

    Join Staci and Sarah as they continue their journey through EPCOT's World Showcase in the Norway and China pavilions. Learn about the different restaurants, attractions and shopping in these two areas.


    School Bread Recipe:

    • 3 Tbsp salted butter, melted
    • 2 cups warm water
    • 5 cups all-purpose flour
    • 4 Tbsp granulated sugar
    • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
    • 4 Tbsp active dry yeast
    • 1 cup confectioners' sugar
    • 3 Tbsp ehavy cream
    • 1 tsp vanilla extract
    • 1 (3.4 oz) box instant vanilla pudding
    • 1.5 cups whole milk
    • 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut

    Grease large bowl with nonstick cooking spray

    In the bowl of a stand mixer, add butter, water, flour, granulated sugar, cinnamon and yeast. Using the dough hook attachment, knead 5 minutes. Place in the greased bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and let rise in a warm place for 30 minutes (I placed it on the stove top with the oven preheating).

    Preheat oven to 375* F. Line an ungreased baking sheet with parchment paper.

    Turn dough out onto lightly floured surface and cut into 8 equal pieces. Form each piece into a ball by tucking excess dough under and creating a taut top. Place on prepared baking sheet, evenly spaced apart, and allow to rise an additional 5 minutes.

    Bake dough 12 minutes, until golden brown. Let cool on baking sheet 10 minutes.

    In a small, shallow bowl, stir together confectioners' sugar and cream. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together vanilla, instant vanilla pudding and milk. Chill pudding mixture 5 minutes, then spoon into a piping bag fitting with any size tip. Pour coconut into another shallow bowl and set aside.

    To assemble: cut a 1" hole out of the top of each bun. Pull out bread inside bun. Dip whole top side into the cream mixture then immediately roll in coconut. Pipe pudding into the hole and fill inside of bun, ending with a small swirl on top.


    Meatball Recipe:

    For Meatballs:

    • 1 lb lean ground beef
    • .5 lb ground pork
    • .5 cup plain bread crumbs
    • .25 cup finely diced yellow onion
    • 1 tsp salt
    • 1 tsp granulated sugar
    • 1/4 tsp ground ginger
    • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
    • 1/4 tsp ground allspice
    • 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
    • 1 large egg
    • .5 cup whole milk

    For Cream Sauce:

    • 2 Tbsp salted butter
    • 3 Tbsp all-purpose flour
    • 1.75 cups beef broth
    • .25 cup heavy whipping cream
    • 1/2 tsp salt
    • 1/2 tsp ground black pepper

    To make Meatballs: Preheat oven to 400* F. Place a wire cooling rack on a baking sheet and spray rack with nonstick cooking spray.

    In a large bowl, mix all Meatball ingredients together until well combined.

    Use a spook to scoop into balls approx .25 cup in size. Roll mixture and then slightly flatten. Place on prepared cooling rack, leaving a small amount of space between meatballs.

    Bake 15-20 minutes until internal temperature reaches 160*F

    To make Cream Sauce: in a small saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Add flour and stir; cook 1 minute. Slowly add beef broth while whisking vigorously. Allow to come to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer 1 minute while whisking. Remove from heat and stir in cream, salt and pepper.

    Optional Assembly: place Meatballs over mashed potatoes and pile lingonberry jam on top. Drizzle with cream sauce and serve immediately.


    Tipsy Ducks in Love Recipe:

    • 6 oz Coffee chilled
    • 4 oz Black Tea chilled
    • 2 oz Milk
    • 2-3 Tbsp Chocolate Syrup
    • 1/5 oz Bourbon ( We used 1.25 oz)
    • Whipped Cream
    • Brew both the coffee and tea and chill in the fridge until cold.
    • Into a shaker of ice combine 6 oz chilled coffee, 4 oz chilled black tea, 2 oz of milk, 2-3 tablespoons of chocolate syrup (this depends on how sweet and chocolate tasting you want it to be), and 1.5 oz of bourbon.
    • Shake and strain over fresh ice, and top whip whipped cream.

    Photos: ⁠https://www.happytravelswithstaci.com/the-podcast.html

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  • Disney News Update 1
    Feb 9 2024

    The latest theme park updates brought to you by Staci Sweeden.

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  • Ep 1 - Introduction and EPCOT World Showcase: Mexico
    Jan 30 2024

    Join Staci and Sarah as they begin their journey through EPCOT's World Showcase in the Mexico pavilion. Learn about the different restaurants as they try the Blood Orange Margarita at home! In this episode you will meet your hosts and the reason behind the podcast.


    Blood Orange Margarita Recipe .75 oz Triple Sec
    3/4 Cup Blood Orange Puree
    1.5 oz Tequila (we used El Mayor Blanco)
    1/2 Fresh lime
    3/8 Cup Hibiscus Syrup

    Combine all ingredients in a shaker with ice and shake. Strain over ice and enjoy!

    Optional foam topper: combine 1/4 cup of puree with 1/2 egg white and froth. Pour over drink.

    Photos: https://www.happytravelswithstaci.com/the-podcast.html

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    30 m