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<!--Generated by Squarespace V5 Site Server v5.13.166 (http://www.squarespace.com) on Wed, 19 Jun 2013 01:34:21 GMT--><feed xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/"><title>Party Through The Parks - CityWalk</title><subtitle>CityWalk</subtitle><id>http://www.partythroughtheparks.com/citywalk/</id><link rel="alternate" type="application/xhtml+xml" href="http://www.partythroughtheparks.com/citywalk/"/><link rel="self" type="application/atom+xml" href="http://www.partythroughtheparks.com/citywalk/atom.xml"/><updated>2013-04-04T17:11:43Z</updated><generator uri="http://five.squarespace.com/" version="Squarespace V5 Site Server v5.13.166 (http://www.squarespace.com)">Squarespace</generator><entry><title>Promenade Bars</title><id>http://www.partythroughtheparks.com/citywalk/2012/7/26/promenade-bars.html</id><link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="http://www.partythroughtheparks.com/citywalk/2012/7/26/promenade-bars.html"/><author><name>PartyThroughTheParks</name></author><published>2012-07-26T16:56:01Z</published><updated>2012-07-26T16:56:01Z</updated><content type="html" xml:lang="en-US"><![CDATA[<p><span style="font-size: 110%;">Universal recently opened up four Promenade Stands, each with a different feature. The one closest to Universal Studios focuses on Breakfast items (pastries, coffee drinks, etc.), there's a Fat Tuesday bar serving up the famous slushes, Shorline - a regular full-service bar and one that specializes in ice cream and other treats. These are excellent additions to the main front section of CityWalk and we've already been hanging out here quite a bit. You can even see some of the fireworks from the Fat Tuesday bar over the Universal Studios arch at night!</span><span style="font-size: 110%;"><span style="font-size: 130%;"><strong><br /><span class="full-image-block ssNonEditable"><img src="http://www.partythroughtheparks.com/storage/green-divide-bar.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1348107051490" alt="" /></span><br /><span class="thumbnail-image-float-right ssNonEditable"><a href="javascript:showFullImage('/display/ShowImage?imageUrl=%2Fstorage%2FPromenade_FatTuesday_Bar.jpg%3F__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION%3D1348106274844',432,720);"><img src="http://www.partythroughtheparks.com/storage/thumbnails/6117383-20352293-thumbnail.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1348106277179" alt="" /></a></span>Fat Tuesday Promenade Bar</strong></span><br />Apparently one can never get enough of Fat Tuesday's slushies because Universal just added another mini bar to the Promenade of CityWalk serving up these frozen treats. You'll find this newly opened bar across from the Fossil store, looking out over the lagoon. Plenty of seating options with a great view of the water and the fireworks over Universal at night make this a great spot to cool down with a cocktail.<br /><br /><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Fat Tuesday Specialty Drink&nbsp;Flavors</span></strong><br />190 Octane, Pina Colada, Strawberry, Cat 5 Hurricance<br /><em style="font-size: 90%;">(For all of their flavors, go up to the main bar in the upper section of CityWalk)</em><br /><br /><strong><span class="thumbnail-image-float-right ssNonEditable"><a href="javascript:showFullImage('/display/ShowImage?imageUrl=%2Fstorage%2FPromenade_FatTuesday_Menu.jpg%3F__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION%3D1348106489428',432,720);"><img src="http://www.partythroughtheparks.com/storage/thumbnails/6117383-20352330-thumbnail.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1348106504021" alt="" /></a><span class="thumbnail-caption" style="width: 202px;">Click to enlarge.</span></span><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Prices</span></strong><br />Regular 16oz. - $7<br />Souvenir 16oz. - $10 (refills $6)<br />Souvenir 24oz. - $15 (refills $9)<br />Add a Tooter/Floater of liquor - $1<br /><br /><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Beer</span></strong><br />Heineken can - $6<br />Corona can - $6<br />Miller Lite aluminum bottle- $6<br />Coors Light aluminum bottle - $6<br /><br /><strong><span class="thumbnail-image-float-right ssNonEditable"><span><a href="javascript:showFullImage('/display/ShowImage?imageUrl=%2Fstorage%2FFatTuesday_Cat5190Octane.jpg%3F__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION%3D1352205301411',648,1080);"><img src="http://www.partythroughtheparks.com/storage/thumbnails/6117383-20882684-thumbnail.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1352205324023" alt="" /></a></span><span class="thumbnail-caption" style="width: 427px;">Our Favorite - Half 190 Octane &amp; half Cat 5</span></span><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Liquor</span></strong><br />They have a limited selection of basic liquor available as well, such as vodka, rum, tequila, whiskey and others. &nbsp;<br /><br /><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Pour Quality</span></strong>&nbsp;<br />Above Average<br /><br /><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Hours</span></strong>&nbsp;<br />12pm - 2am<br /><br /><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Food</span></strong>&nbsp;<br />A very limited selection of snacks.<br /><br /><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Review</span></strong>&nbsp;<br />What do we think of Fat Tuesday besides "Awesome"? Read our full review of the main bar <a href="http://www.partythroughtheparks.com/citywalk/2010/7/23/fat-tuesday-daiquiri-bar.html">here</a>.<br /><br /><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Atmosphere</span></strong>&nbsp;<br />Universal has made excellent use out of the main space by the lagoon. What once housed nothing more than a grassy knoll and concrete, now sit these stands, each with a different theme of food or drink. This Fat Tuesday stand has a large variety of seating available, from sitting at the bar, to some lounge chairs overlooking the lagoon, to umbrella tables &amp; chairs. It can be a bit hot to sit out here during the day, but once the sun sets and the neon signs turn on, the area becomes alive. Have a seat and watch the ferry boats run back and forth in the lagoon, or if you time it right, catch a decent glimpse of the fireworks over the Universal Studios arch. A nice, relaxing spot to wind down after a long day, or a spot to get the party started for those headed up to the main CityWalk clubs. Whatever your plan is, be sure to take a minute and check out this new chill spot.<br /><span class="thumbnail-image-inline ssNonEditable"><a href="javascript:showFullImage('/display/ShowImage?imageUrl=%2Fstorage%2FPromenade_FatTuesday_Bar_Seating.jpg%3F__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION%3D1348106342979',432,720);"><img src="http://www.partythroughtheparks.com/storage/thumbnails/6117383-20352302-thumbnail.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1348106342980" alt="" /></a>&nbsp;<span class="thumbnail-image-inline ssNonEditable"><a href="javascript:showFullImage('/display/ShowImage?imageUrl=%2Fstorage%2FPromenade_FatTuesday_Bar_Seating2.jpg%3F__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION%3D1348106375465',432,720);"><img src="http://www.partythroughtheparks.com/storage/thumbnails/6117383-20352310-thumbnail.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1348106375466" alt="" /><br /></a></span></span><span class="thumbnail-image-inline ssNonEditable"><a href="javascript:showFullImage('/display/ShowImage?imageUrl=%2Fstorage%2FPromenade_FatTuesday_Bar_Night.jpg%3F__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION%3D1348106408482',432,720);"><img src="http://www.partythroughtheparks.com/storage/thumbnails/6117383-20352319-thumbnail.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1348106408483" alt="" /></a>&nbsp;<span class="thumbnail-image-inline ssNonEditable"><a href="javascript:showFullImage('/display/ShowImage?imageUrl=%2Fstorage%2FPromenade_FatTuesday_Bar2.jpg%3F__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION%3D1348106449673',432,720);"><img src="http://www.partythroughtheparks.com/storage/thumbnails/6117383-20352325-thumbnail.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1348106449673" alt="" /></a></span></span><br /><br /><span class="full-image-block ssNonEditable"><img src="http://www.partythroughtheparks.com/storage/green-divide-bar.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1348107086079" alt="" /></span><br /><span style="font-size: 130%;"><strong><span class="thumbnail-image-float-right ssNonEditable"><a href="javascript:showFullImage('/display/ShowImage?imageUrl=%2Fstorage%2FPromenade_Shorline_Bar.jpg%3F__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION%3D1348106659907',432,720);"><img src="http://www.partythroughtheparks.com/storage/thumbnails/6117383-20352346-thumbnail.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1348106662104" alt="" /></a></span>Shorline Promenade Bar</strong></span><br />Just a few steps away from the Fat Tuesday Promenade bar (closer to Margaritaville), you'll find another bar where you can order up a mixed drink, specialty drink or a beer. During the day they have sandwiches and lighter fare available as well. &nbsp;<br /><br /><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Drinks</span></strong><br />Full Service liquor with some talented bartenders who can whip up something tasty once you tell them what you're craving.&nbsp;<br /><br /><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Beer</span></strong><br /><span>Heineken can - $6</span><br /><span>Corona can - $6</span><br /><span>Miller Lite aluminum bottle- $6</span><br /><span>Coors Light aluminum bottle - $6</span>&nbsp;<br />Sam Adams Seasonal, Angry Orchard Cider, Abita Purple Haze, Blue Moon, Dog Fish 60 Min. IPA, Sierra Nevada, Orange Blossom Pilsner<br /><br /><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Prices</span></strong><br />Souvenir CityWalk Plastic Cup - $9 &nbsp; Refills of selected specialty drinks - $7<br /><br /><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Pour Quality</span></strong>&nbsp;<br />Average<br /><br /><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Hours</span></strong>&nbsp;<br />12pm - 2am<br /><br /><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Food</span></strong>&nbsp;<br />During the day, they serve sandwiches and other quick service snacks.<br /><br /><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Atmosphere</span></strong>&nbsp;<br />Same as our Fat Tuesday Bar write-up above.&nbsp;<br /><span class="thumbnail-image-inline ssNonEditable"><a href="javascript:showFullImage('/display/ShowImage?imageUrl=%2Fstorage%2FPromenade_Shorline_Seating.jpg%3F__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION%3D1348106710700',432,720);"><img src="http://www.partythroughtheparks.com/storage/thumbnails/6117383-20352356-thumbnail.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1348106710701" alt="" /></a>&nbsp;<span class="thumbnail-image-inline ssNonEditable"><a href="javascript:showFullImage('/display/ShowImage?imageUrl=%2Fstorage%2FPromenade_Shorline_Seating2.jpg%3F__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION%3D1348106740957',432,720);"><img src="http://www.partythroughtheparks.com/storage/thumbnails/6117383-20352364-thumbnail.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1348106740958" alt="" /><br /></a></span></span><span class="thumbnail-image-inline ssNonEditable"><a href="javascript:showFullImage('/display/ShowImage?imageUrl=%2Fstorage%2FPromenade_Shorline_Bar_Night.jpg%3F__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION%3D1348106788430',432,720);"><img src="http://www.partythroughtheparks.com/storage/thumbnails/6117383-20352370-thumbnail.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1348106788431" alt="" /></a>&nbsp;<span class="thumbnail-image-inline ssNonEditable"><a href="javascript:showFullImage('/display/ShowImage?imageUrl=%2Fstorage%2FPromenade_Shorline_Liquor.jpg%3F__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION%3D1348106840446',432,720);"><img src="http://www.partythroughtheparks.com/storage/thumbnails/6117383-20352380-thumbnail.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1348106840447" alt="" /></a></span></span><br /><br /><span class="full-image-block ssNonEditable"><img src="http://www.partythroughtheparks.com/storage/green-divide-bar.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1348107112935" alt="" /></span><br /><span style="font-size: 130%;"><strong><span class="thumbnail-image-float-right ssNonEditable"><a href="javascript:showFullImage('/display/ShowImage?imageUrl=%2Fstorage%2FPromenade_DanceParty.jpg%3F__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION%3D1348106906016',432,720);"><img src="http://www.partythroughtheparks.com/storage/thumbnails/6117383-20352388-thumbnail.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1348106921016" alt="" /></a></span>Promenade Dance Party</strong></span><br />Stick around after the sun sets, because that's when the party really gets started! They brought down the party scene from the back of CityWalk and set it up right by the lagoon in the lower level by the grassy stairs. A DJ, party lighting, dancing balloon people and more crank up the atmosphere at dusk. Watch our video below to see the party in action.<br /><iframe width="560" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/m7MB8cT0w0o?list=UU7YfvltKB7wHsMKV6MvpJgw&amp;hl=en_US" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>&nbsp;</span></p>]]></content></entry><entry><title>Mojitos Rum Bar</title><category term="drinks at citywalk"/><category term="latin quarter express"/><category term="quick food at CityWalk"/><id>http://www.partythroughtheparks.com/citywalk/2012/4/7/mojitos-rum-bar.html</id><link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="http://www.partythroughtheparks.com/citywalk/2012/4/7/mojitos-rum-bar.html"/><author><name>PartyThroughTheParks</name></author><published>2012-04-07T14:09:43Z</published><updated>2012-04-07T14:09:43Z</updated><content type="html" xml:lang="en-US"><![CDATA[<p><span style="font-size: 110%;"><em><span class="thumbnail-image-float-right ssNonEditable"><span><a href="javascript:showFullImage('/display/ShowImage?imageUrl=%2Fstorage%2FMojitosRumBar_ext.jpg%3F__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION%3D1355968078339',648,1080);"><img src="http://www.partythroughtheparks.com/storage/thumbnails/6117383-21317166-thumbnail.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1355968093359" alt="" /></a></span></span>Brand New! Opened in December 2012.</em><br />Right next to the full service Latin Quarter restaurant, stop by here for a hand-crafted mojito or cocktail of your choice at this full service bar. Hours vary, but generally opens around 4pm, and closes at bar time.<br /><br /><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Specialty Drinks - $8.99</span></strong>&nbsp;<br /><br /><span style="text-decoration: underline;">The Original Bacardi Mojito</span><br />Bacardi Superior rum, fresh mint leaves, lime, simple syrup and topped with club soda.<br /><br /><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Blueberry &amp; Black RAZZ Mojito</span><br />Bacardi Black Razz rum, fresh lime, simple syrup, fresh mint and blueberries, topped with club soda.<br /><br /><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Strawberry &amp; Limon Mojito</span><br />Bacardi Limon rum, fresh lime, simple syrup, fresh mint &amp; strawberries, topped with club soda.<br /><br /><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Cucumber &amp; Basil Mojito</span><br />Bacardi Superior rum, fresh lime, simple syrup, fresh basil &amp; cucumber, topped with club soda.<br /><br /><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Rock Coconut &amp; Pineapple Mojito</span><br />Bacardi Rock Coconut rum, fresh lime, simple syrup, fresh mint &amp; pineapple, topped with club soda.<br /><br /><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Caipirinha</span><br />Piras 51 Cachaca, fresh limes &amp; fine sugar poured over ice topped with soda.<br /><br /><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Sunset Margarita</span><br />Piras 51 Cachaca, mango puree and lemon/lime juices.<br /><br /><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Superfruit Sangria</span> - $7.99<br />Blend of White Wine, VeeV Acai, strawberry puree and pineapple juice.<br /><br /><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Beer</span></strong><br />Malta Goya, Corona, Heineken, Bud Light<br /><br /><span class="thumbnail-image-inline ssNonEditable"><span><a href="javascript:showFullImage('/display/ShowImage?imageUrl=%2Fstorage%2FMojitosRumBar_PanoMenu.jpg%3F__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION%3D1355968259036',459,2160);"><img src="http://www.partythroughtheparks.com/storage/thumbnails/6117383-21317181-thumbnail.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1355968259037" alt="" /></a></span></span><br /><br /><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Pour Quality</span></strong>&nbsp;<br />We'll find out soon.<br /><br /><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Atmosphere</span></strong>&nbsp;<br />Walk up counter-service. There are a few tables in front of the Express counter, but the main outdoor seating in front of Latin Quarter is reserved for the actual restaurant patrons. There are a few tables &amp; chairs by the Galaxy outdoor bar as well.<br /><em style="font-size: 90%;"><span class="thumbnail-image-inline ssNonEditable"><span><a href="javascript:showFullImage('/display/ShowImage?imageUrl=%2Fstorage%2FMojitosRumBar_Bar.jpg%3F__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION%3D1355968164540',648,1080);"><img src="http://www.partythroughtheparks.com/storage/thumbnails/6117383-21317175-thumbnail.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1355968164541" alt="" /></a>&nbsp;<span class="thumbnail-image-inline ssNonEditable"><span><a href="javascript:showFullImage('/display/ShowImage?imageUrl=%2Fstorage%2FMojitosRumBar_Bar2.jpg%3F__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION%3D1355968192871',648,1080);"><img src="http://www.partythroughtheparks.com/storage/thumbnails/6117383-21317177-thumbnail.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1355968192872" alt="" /></a></span></span></span></span><br /><br />Updated 12/12</em></span></p>]]></content></entry><entry><title>Emeril's Happy Hour</title><category term="citywalk happy hour"/><category term="happy hour"/><category term="specialty drinks citywalk"/><category term="unique drinks universal"/><category term="universal happy hour"/><id>http://www.partythroughtheparks.com/citywalk/2011/4/17/emerils-happy-hour.html</id><link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="http://www.partythroughtheparks.com/citywalk/2011/4/17/emerils-happy-hour.html"/><author><name>PartyThroughTheParks</name></author><published>2011-04-17T20:07:19Z</published><updated>2011-04-17T20:07:19Z</updated><content type="html" xml:lang="en-US"><![CDATA[<p><span style="font-size: 110%;"><span style="font-size: 120%;"><span class="thumbnail-image-float-right ssNonEditable"><span><a href="javascript:showFullImage('/display/ShowImage?imageUrl=%2Fstorage%2FEmerilsBar.jpg%3F__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION%3D1304511317678',432,576);"><img src="http://www.partythroughtheparks.com/storage/thumbnails/6117383-11724136-thumbnail.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1304511319980" alt="" /></a></span></span>Enjoy Happy Hour at Emeril's <strong>Every Day</strong> from 5-8pm!<br /></span></span><em><span style="font-size: 110%;">Prices good at the bar only.</span></em><span style="font-size: 110%;"><br /><br /><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Half-priced Cocktails</span></strong><br />Well Brand Cocktails<br /><br /><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Half-priced Bottled Beer Selections</span></strong><br />Budweiser, Bud Light, Coors Light, Miller Lite, Abita Amber, Abita Turbodog, Amstel Light, Corona, Heineken, Blackened Voodoo, Stella Artois</span><br /><span style="font-size: 110%;"><br /><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">$5 Glass White Wine</span></strong><br />'09 Chardonnay, Excelsior, South Africa<br />'10 Sauvignon Blanc, La Playa, Chile<br /><br /><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">$5 Glass Red Wine</span></strong><br />'08 Merlot, Calina, Chile<br />'09 Cabernet Sauvignon, Rosenblum Cellars, Sonoma County<br /><br /><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">$6 Specialty Cocktails</span></strong><br /><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Pineapple Upside Down Cake</span> - A blend of Van Gogh Pineapple &amp; caramel vodka with pineapple juice and grenadine.<br /><br /><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Southern Sweet Tea</span> - Sweet Tea Vodka with a blend of lemonade and iced tea.<br /><br /><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Elderflower Blossom</span> - A deliciously exotic blend of wild tea and elderflower vodka.<br /><br /><em>(The above specialty drinks are from the menu at the bar. The following drinks are listed on their website as the happy hour offerings. Selection subject to change at any time.)</em><br /><br /><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Strawberry Lemonade</span> - Vodka, Strawberry Syrup and  Our Homemade Lemonade<br /><br /><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Pomegranate Long Island</span> - Legendary  Long Island with a Pomegranate Twist<br /><br /><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Passion Fruit Punch</span> - Passion Fruit Rum, Spiced Rum,  Passion Fruit, Pineapple and Orange Juice<br /><br /><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Lychee Mojito</span> - Fresh Mint, Lime, Sweet Lychee, and  lots of Rum!<br /><br /><br /><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Appetizers</span></strong><br /><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Hawaiian Yellow Fin Tuna Tartare</span> - $7<br />Wakame, soy, wonton chips<br /><br /><span style="text-decoration: underline;">New Orleans Barbecue Shrimp</span> - $7<br />Petite Rosemary Biscut<br /><br /><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Smoked Wild &amp; Exotic Mushrooms</span> - $6<br />Angel hair pasta, home cured tasso cream sauce, parmigiano reggiano cheese.<br /><br /><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Assorted Wisconsin Cheese</span> - $7<br />Fresh fruit, crostinis<br /><br /><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Bacon and Provolone Baked Oysters</span> - $7<br />Horseradish sauce<br /><br /><em>Appetizer offerings are subject to change.<br /><br /></em><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Atmosphere</strong></span>&nbsp;<br />While Emeril's restaurant is a rather upscale dining experience, the bar is much friendlier to those just stopping by inbetween park visits. There's no dress code for the bar area, so come as you are and enjoy these great happy hour offerings. The bar is off to the side of the restaurant, along a full glass window that gives a nice view of CityWalk. The bar has around 15 chairs, and there are a few tables right next to the bar by the window. It's a eclectic mix of people at the bar around this happy hour time, some are waiting for their tables for dinner and others are park-goers that just stopped in for a quick drink. <br /><br /><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Review</strong></span>&nbsp;<br />After reading about their happy hour offerings and passing by the posters out in CityWalk multiple times, we were excited to see if this happy hour would impress. And it did to the point that I don't know why we haven't been in here before!<br /><br /><span class="thumbnail-image-float-left ssNonEditable"><span><a href="javascript:showFullImage('/display/ShowImage?imageUrl=%2Fstorage%2FPineappleUpsideDown.jpg%3F__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION%3D1305546485552',432,576);"><img src="http://www.partythroughtheparks.com/storage/thumbnails/6117383-11724141-thumbnail.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1305546493302" alt="" /></a></span></span>The first drink we enjoyed is the <strong>Pineapple Upside Down Cake</strong> which is delightfully sweet, tangy and almost dessert-like thanks to the caramel vodka addition. Not your typical pineapple tropical drink, the caramel addition takes the flavor to a whole new level. A very unique, slightly savory, cocktail that deserves to be sipped and slowly enjoyed.&nbsp;<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><span class="thumbnail-image-float-left ssNonEditable"><span><a href="javascript:showFullImage('/display/ShowImage?imageUrl=%2Fstorage%2FElderflower.jpg%3F__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION%3D1305546531158',432,576);"><img src="http://www.partythroughtheparks.com/storage/thumbnails/6117383-11724135-thumbnail.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1305546533171" alt="" /></a></span></span>The second drink we enjoyed is the <strong>Elderflower Blossom</strong>. What an interesting concoction this cocktail is! An exotic tea mixed with Elderflower vodka makes for one intensely flavored drink. Almost like drinking a heavily scented floral perfume, this cocktail is one to be savored slowly. If you're tired of the same old drinks, go give this a try.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><span class="thumbnail-image-float-left ssNonEditable"><span><a href="javascript:showFullImage('/display/ShowImage?imageUrl=%2Fstorage%2FEmerilsCantaloupeMartini.jpg%3F__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION%3D1306775178112',720,432);"><img src="http://www.partythroughtheparks.com/storage/thumbnails/6117383-12458060-thumbnail.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1306775179835" alt="" /></a></span></span>We each got one of these beauties, a <strong>Cantaloupe Martini</strong> by checking in to Foursquare. Made with their latest vodka infusions, it is crisp, lightly sweet and very much like you stuck a straw in a melon!&nbsp;<br /><br />Emeril's often has their own vodka infusion in the works at any given time. They've made flavors from cantaloupe to lychee. Watch their <a href="http://www.facebook.com/EmerilsOrlando" target="_blank">facebook page</a> to see what they're cooking up next. And while you're there, Emeril's usually posts specials just for their facebook friends.&nbsp;<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><span class="thumbnail-image-float-left ssNonEditable"><span><a href="javascript:showFullImage('/display/ShowImage?imageUrl=%2Fstorage%2FEmerilsCeviche.jpg%3F__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION%3D1306775702122',432,720);"><img src="http://www.partythroughtheparks.com/storage/thumbnails/6117383-12458113-thumbnail.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1306775704540" alt="" /></a></span></span>We tried the <strong>Ceviche &amp; Tuna Tartare</strong> appetizer on a recent visit. The quality and quantity for $8 is a great deal for a high-end appetizer that was plenty for a light snack for two. They are both delicious and we look forward to grabbing this decadent treat again.<br /><br />Overall, Emeril's Happy Hour offers some high-end cocktails for a great price. Just think - for the same $6 you can get a plain rum &amp; coke at one of the other theme park bars, or you can enjoy a specialty drink here. This, my friends, is what they call a 'no-brainer'. Enjoy!<br /><br /><br /><span class="thumbnail-image-inline ssNonEditable"><span><a href="javascript:showFullImage('/display/ShowImage?imageUrl=%2Fstorage%2FEmerilsBar2.jpg%3F__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION%3D1305546609802',432,576);"><img src="http://www.partythroughtheparks.com/storage/thumbnails/6117383-11724138-thumbnail.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1305546609803" alt="" /></a></span></span>&nbsp; <span class="thumbnail-image-inline ssNonEditable"><span><a href="javascript:showFullImage('/display/ShowImage?imageUrl=%2Fstorage%2FEmerilsRestaurant.jpg%3F__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION%3D1305546637706',432,576);"><img src="http://www.partythroughtheparks.com/storage/thumbnails/6117383-11724139-thumbnail.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1305546637707" alt="" /></a></span></span><br /><em></em></span></p>]]></content></entry><entry><title>Pastamoré Ristorante &amp; Market</title><id>http://www.partythroughtheparks.com/citywalk/2011/2/20/pastamore-ristorante-market.html</id><link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="http://www.partythroughtheparks.com/citywalk/2011/2/20/pastamore-ristorante-market.html"/><author><name>PartyThroughTheParks</name></author><published>2011-02-20T20:12:46Z</published><updated>2011-02-20T20:12:46Z</updated><content type="html" xml:lang="en-US"><![CDATA[<p><span style="font-size: 110%;"><span class="thumbnail-image-float-right ssNonEditable"><span><a href="javascript:showFullImage('/display/ShowImage?imageUrl=%2Fstorage%2FPastamore_Main.jpg%3F__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION%3D1309912763642',432,720);"><img src="http://www.partythroughtheparks.com/storage/thumbnails/6117383-13056826-thumbnail.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1309912766973" alt="" /></a></span></span>Located on the first floor of CityWalk, Pastamore is a full service restaurant along with an open-air "marketplace" on the other side with counter-service food and full bar selections.</span><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><br /></span></strong></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 110%;"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Specialty Drinks</span></strong>&nbsp;<br /><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Strawberry Basil Lemonade</span> - $8.95<br />You must try our signature drink made with Russian Standard vodka, it's one of a kind.<br /><br /><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Green Tuscanini</span> - $7.95<br />A blend of Russian Standard vodka, peach schnapps, blue curacao, sweet &amp; sour and pineapple juice.<br /><br /><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Di Provencio</span> - $7.95<br />A medley of Cruzan Banana rum and Bacardi 151, shaken with fresh juices.<br /><br /><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Italian Margarita</span> - $7.95<br />The Pastamore version of a margarita made with Margaritaville tequila and Disaronno.<br /><br /><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Sicilian Skyline</span> - $7.95<br />A combination of Southern Comfort, Disaronno, and grenadine garnished with frozen red grapes and blackberries.<br /><br /><span style="text-decoration: underline;">The Joey Bagz Martini</span> - $7.95<br />Imperia vodka shaken with a twist of lemon.<br /><br /><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Partida Margarita</span> - $11<br />100% agave blanco tequila, freshly squeezed lime juice and organic agave nectar served on the rocks.<br /><br /><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Roman Tea</span> - $7.95<br />Our twist on a Long Island Iced Tea, made with Disaronno garnished with frozen red grapes and blackberries.<br /><br /><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Mir' Tillo Rosso</span> - $7.95<br />A delicious blend of Russian Standard vodka, sloe gin, blackberry schnapps and apple schnapps mixed with cranberry juice topped with grenadine and lime juice garnished with frozen red grapes and blackberries.<br /><br /><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Sangrias</span></strong> - Glass $5.95 &nbsp;| &nbsp;Half Pitcher $10.95 &nbsp;| &nbsp;Pitcher $15.95<br /><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Red</span> - Red wine and brandy blended with a medley of citrus fruit juices.<br /><span style="text-decoration: underline;">White</span> - White wine and brandy blended with a medley of citrus fruit juices.<br /><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Peach</span> - White wine, brandy and peaches married together.<br /><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Florida</span> - A tropical blend of Red Sangria, Don Q Limon, Myers's rum and pineapple juice.<br /><em>(If you want two glasses, the half-pitcher is a better deal. We got about 3 glasses out of the half-pitcher. Want more than that? Go for the pitcher.)</em><br /><br /><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Draft Beer</span></strong> - small | large<br />Budweiser/Bud Light - $4 | $5.50<br />Heineken - $5.25 | $6<br /><em style="font-size: 80%;">*Selection subject to change</em><br /><br /><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Bottle Beer</span></strong><br />Domestic - $5.50<br />Import - $5.75<br /><br /><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Wine</span></strong><br />Ask for the day's selection of wines, available by glass or bottle.<br /><br /><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">After Dinner Dessert Drinks</span></strong><br /><em>Made with Lavazza espresso products and Barnie's coffee.</em><br /><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Mint Chocolate Chip</span> - $7.95<br />We blend six different liquors into this perfectly warm sweet treat.<br /><br /><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Cafe Alfano</span> - $6.95<br />A double cappuccino swirled with Disaronno topped with whipped cream.<br /><br /><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Milano Truffle Cappuccino</span> - $6.95<br />A delectable cappuccino with Godiva Chocolate liqueur, raspberry liqueur and creme de cacao.<br /><br /><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Butterscotch Cappuccino</span> - $7.95<br />A heavenly blend of espresso, Baileys Irish Cream, Kahlua and butterscotch schnapps.<br /><br /><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Mediterranean Coffee</span> - $7.95<br />Our unique blend of Grand Marnier, Baileys and Kahlua.<br /><br /><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Note</span></strong>&nbsp;<br />Some of these drinks are not listed on the Marketplace drink menu, but you can ask for them. All drinks are available "to-go" from the Marketplace (counter-service side).&nbsp;<br /><br /><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Pour Quality</span></strong>&nbsp;<br />Average<br /><br /><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Food</span></strong>&nbsp;<br />A selection of sandwiches, salads and pizzas from the Marketplace. A more extensive Italian <a href="http://www.universalorlando.com/Images/243364%20PastamoreMenuSCRN_tcm13-14017.pdf" target="_blank">menu</a>&nbsp;for the full service restaurant.&nbsp;<br /><br /><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Atmosphere</span></strong>&nbsp;<br />Both restaurant and Marketplace sport a modern Mediteranean decor with warm neutral tones accented by splashes of blue tiles and fabrics. The Marketplace is open to the outside with a small bar at the counter and several umbrella tables out onto their patio. There is a TV inside at the bar area, but only a couple bar stools. Unless you're wanting to catch a game on TV, we recommend a patio table outside or just grab a drink to go. The restaurant is on the other side of the Marketplace, and is indoors.<br /><span class="thumbnail-image-inline ssNonEditable"><span><a href="javascript:showFullImage('/display/ShowImage?imageUrl=%2Fstorage%2FPastamore_Interior.jpg%3F__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION%3D1309913200533',432,720);"><img src="http://www.partythroughtheparks.com/storage/thumbnails/6117383-13056895-thumbnail.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1309913200533" alt="" /></a>&nbsp;<span class="thumbnail-image-inline ssNonEditable"><span><a href="javascript:showFullImage('/display/ShowImage?imageUrl=%2Fstorage%2FPastamore_Liquor.jpg%3F__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION%3D1309913237731',432,720);"><img src="http://www.partythroughtheparks.com/storage/thumbnails/6117383-13056900-thumbnail.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1309913237732" alt="" /></a>&nbsp;<span class="thumbnail-image-inline ssNonEditable"><span><a href="javascript:showFullImage('/display/ShowImage?imageUrl=%2Fstorage%2FPastamore_Menu.jpg%3F__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION%3D1309913260672',432,720);"><img src="http://www.partythroughtheparks.com/storage/thumbnails/6117383-13056905-thumbnail.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1309913260673" alt="" /></a></span></span></span></span></span></span><br /><br /><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Review</span></strong>&nbsp;<br />This place is often overlooked when looking for a drink because it looks like it's just a counter service restaurant, but little do people realize that they have a full bar inside. You might think the bonus to that would be shorter lines, but actually the opposite - it's usually full of families buying lunch or a snack. On occasion there is a seperate bartender working where you can just walk up to the bar area and skip the line, but not very often. The employees seemed to have molasses running through their veins on our last visit - it took over 10 minutes to get 2 drinks with no one else in line. The upside? Darn good drinks!<br /><br /><strong><span class="thumbnail-image-float-left ssNonEditable"><span><a href="javascript:showFullImage('/display/ShowImage?imageUrl=%2Fstorage%2Fthumbnails%2F6117383-13056909-thumbnail.jpg%3F__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION%3D1309913307333',417,250);"><img src="http://www.partythroughtheparks.com/storage/thumbnails/6117383-13056911-thumbnail.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1309913307334" alt="" /></a></span></span>Roman Tea</strong> - A deliciously sweet twist on a Long Island Iced Tea. Made with Disaronno, this gives it a unique sweet punch. The addition of fresh berries is a nice touch...and snack!<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><strong><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /></strong><strong><span class="thumbnail-image-float-left ssNonEditable"><span><a href="javascript:showFullImage('/display/ShowImage?imageUrl=%2Fstorage%2FPastamore_PeachSangria.jpg%3F__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION%3D1309913383614',720,432);"><img src="http://www.partythroughtheparks.com/storage/thumbnails/6117383-13056930-thumbnail.jpg?__SQUARESPACE_CACHEVERSION=1309913385556" alt="" /></a></span></span>Peach Sangria</strong> - A lightly peachy, lightly sweet sangria that hits the spot on a hot day. This easy to drink concoction won't last long...but don't worry - it comes in pitcher size!&nbsp;<strong></strong></span></p>]]></content></entry><entry><title>Emeril's</title><id>http://www.partythroughtheparks.com/citywalk/2011/2/20/emerils.html</id><link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="http://www.partythroughtheparks.com/citywalk/2011/2/20/emerils.html"/><author><name>PartyThroughTheParks</name></author><published>2011-02-20T20:11:44Z</published><updated>2011-02-20T20:11:44Z</updated><content type="html" xml:lang="en-US"><![CDATA[<p>Coming soon!﻿</p>
<p>Bam! The entry's is done! Wait, it's not? Someone grab me another one of those Yellowfin 'n succotash things . . .</p>]]></content></entry><entry><title>Bubba Gump Shrimp Co.</title><id>http://www.partythroughtheparks.com/citywalk/2011/2/20/bubba-gump-shrimp-co.html</id><link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="http://www.partythroughtheparks.com/citywalk/2011/2/20/bubba-gump-shrimp-co.html"/><author><name>PartyThroughTheParks</name></author><published>2011-02-20T20:11:08Z</published><updated>2011-02-20T20:11:08Z</updated><content type="html" xml:lang="en-US"><![CDATA[<p>Coming soon!﻿</p>
<p>&nbsp;. . . but, here's what we know so far: they've got shrimp. You can barbecue it, boil it, broil it, bake it, saute it. Dey's uh,  shrimp-kabobs, shrimp creole, shrimp gumbo. Pan fried, deep fried,  stir-fried. There's pineapple shrimp, lemon shrimp, coconut shrimp,  pepper shrimp, shrimp soup, shrimp stew, shrimp salad, shrimp and  potatoes, shrimp burger, shrimp sandwich. That- that's about it. Oh, and a fully stocked bar with some tasty drinks!</p>]]></content></entry><entry><title>NBA City</title><id>http://www.partythroughtheparks.com/citywalk/2011/2/20/nba-city.html</id><link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="http://www.partythroughtheparks.com/citywalk/2011/2/20/nba-city.html"/><author><name>PartyThroughTheParks</name></author><published>2011-02-20T20:10:35Z</published><updated>2011-02-20T20:10:35Z</updated><content type="html" xml:lang="en-US"><![CDATA[<p>Coming soon!﻿</p>
<p>Here comes the alley . . . and there goes the oop! Yup, catch you after the game! Hey, Beer Guy, two please!</p>]]></content></entry><entry><title>Hard Rock Cafe</title><id>http://www.partythroughtheparks.com/citywalk/2011/2/20/hard-rock-cafe.html</id><link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="http://www.partythroughtheparks.com/citywalk/2011/2/20/hard-rock-cafe.html"/><author><name>PartyThroughTheParks</name></author><published>2011-02-20T20:10:21Z</published><updated>2011-02-20T20:10:21Z</updated><content type="html" xml:lang="en-US"><![CDATA[<p>Coming soon!﻿</p>
<p>Hey barkeep! I'm gonna need one bourbon, one scotch and one beer while I wait.</p>]]></content></entry><entry><title>Nascar Sports Grille</title><id>http://www.partythroughtheparks.com/citywalk/2011/2/20/nascar-sports-grille.html</id><link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="http://www.partythroughtheparks.com/citywalk/2011/2/20/nascar-sports-grille.html"/><author><name>PartyThroughTheParks</name></author><published>2011-02-20T20:09:22Z</published><updated>2011-02-20T20:09:22Z</updated><content type="html" xml:lang="en-US"><![CDATA[<p>Coming soon!</p>
<p>&nbsp; All right. While we're still under a caution, I want you to go back out on that track and hit the pace car.<br />&nbsp; Hit the pace car?<br />&nbsp; Hit the pace car.<br />&nbsp; What for?<br />&nbsp; Because you've hit every other goddamned thing out there, I want you to be perfect.</p>
<p>Obviously, we're busy racing. We'll get to this after the win.</p>
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<p>Life always seems to move a little slower in Latin America. Give us a minute, we'll get to it soon.</p>]]></content></entry></feed>