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For Americans, any dish that is "Buffalo Chicken" is understood that it is spicy.
"Buffalo chicken wings" were invented in Buffalo New York. They are chicken wings which are deep fried and then doused in hot sauce. Then they are served with celery and blue cheese dressing. Around here we just call them "wings".
Wings have caught on around the country, but in my opinion, unless the restaurant is run by a former Buffalonian, they are just not the same as true "Buffalo" wings.
Anyway, to get back to Mark's appetizer, I think that most Americans, when they see that something is "Buffalo ...whatever" would understand that to be made with hot sauce.
But, you're right. They really should have some indication on the menu that the dish is spicy for those who are unaware.
Great update, but sad that you did not enjoy your meal at Turf Club! Dave loves the lamb chops there and it's not a must do EVERY trip, but I have to get it in about every 3rd one. We find early dinner better there to deal with the noise, but truth be told, we often find many of the Disney restaurants to be overly noisy. The calamari is usually great, but we haven't been in a couple of trips. Donna is right about the buffalo chicken, but it should be noted somewhere on the menu, especially since Disney knows they get many foreign guests that might not be aware. The blue cheese/celery is used to cut the hot.
Donna, Dave would wholeheartedly agree with you…he grew up in the Lockport/Niagara/Wheatfield area. We still have family there. Dave also makes the best wings!
What a bummer about dinner. A drive up the road to Olivia's may have been more worth it than this place. I've yet to try it and reviews are either very good or very bad.
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Sorry your dinner was not the best, anything Buffalo is going to be hot and usually a lip burning heat. Since everyone is not familiar with the term they should mention it on menus. I think the treehouse's look neat and I will have to stay in one someday.
Well done managing and ADR on your first evening I struggle with that so we always go offsite to Perkins as you just walk in.
I think in the future we'll just grab something from counter service, as we never seem to have a good meal whenever we go to a table service place. I suspect a lot of that is down to the tiredness.
Too bad your meal wasn't the best. I agree that if something's spicy/hot they should let you know. And also agree that prosciutto and brie is just a weird combination... and raspberry? I ate at Turf Club years ago when it first opened and was unimpressed. Sounds like the menu has changed, but still not a place I'd hurry back to.
We ate there a few years ago - maybe 2007 and it was Ok, but nothing amazing. It's a shame, given how big Saratoga Springs is - I really hoped it would have better and more dining options.
For Americans, any dish that is "Buffalo Chicken" is understood that it is spicy.
"Buffalo chicken wings" were invented in Buffalo New York. They are chicken wings which are deep fried and then doused in hot sauce. Then they are served with celery and blue cheese dressing. Around here we just call them "wings".
Wings have caught on around the country, but in my opinion, unless the restaurant is run by a former Buffalonian, they are just not the same as true "Buffalo" wings.
Anyway, to get back to Mark's appetizer, I think that most Americans, when they see that something is "Buffalo ...whatever" would understand that to be made with hot sauce.
But, you're right. They really should have some indication on the menu that the dish is spicy for those who are unaware.
That's good to know and I'll ensure he's aware for future reference. That explains why the menu didn't say spicy on it.
Great update, but sad that you did not enjoy your meal at Turf Club! Dave loves the lamb chops there and it's not a must do EVERY trip, but I have to get it in about every 3rd one. We find early dinner better there to deal with the noise, but truth be told, we often find many of the Disney restaurants to be overly noisy. The calamari is usually great, but we haven't been in a couple of trips. Donna is right about the buffalo chicken, but it should be noted somewhere on the menu, especially since Disney knows they get many foreign guests that might not be aware. The blue cheese/celery is used to cut the hot.
Ah, that explains why it's part of the fish - shame, as Mark doesn't do blue cheese. He can't have too much dairy and some dairy, like blue cheese, he can't have at all.
What a bummer about dinner. A drive up the road to Olivia's may have been more worth it than this place. I've yet to try it and reviews are either very good or very bad.
Well we certainly had a wonderful breakfast at Olivia's during our trip.
Sorry about your meal. Your shrimp dish looked good, but Mark's Buff Chicken dip looked like chili to me. I agree with what the others have said about Buffalo wings. Having grown up not far from Buffalo we take great pride in our wings and are spoiled. I too only get them if I know they will be made from someone from Buffalo or that area. . More great pics. The run Disney sign brought back great memories.
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How disappointing about dinner!. I know you were very excited to try it. I'm glad you guys are getting some much needed rest. I'm not sure the tone of your next post sounds that great either.
Finally all caught up! I just love reading along. As you may know we arrived on the same day and were "up stream" at POR-Riverside. I hope to get a short trip report out soon, if my crazy work schedule allows. Hearing you talk about the weather that first night (Friday) brings me back to the boat ride down the Sassagoula River to DTD - very cold. However, it warmed up nicely after that. I also can relate to the limited vegetarian options as my daughter does not eat meat of any kind and we were always "looking" for options. Sometimes it feel flat and others it was a nice surprise.
Great TR so far- loved looking at the Tree House Villa pics I've always wondered what they look like inside. Sorry dinner was not the best. Looking forward to reading more!
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