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Can you believe that the new Disney World restaurant, Six Ravens, has already been open for a month? Six Ravens The new restaurant is owned by the people who own Gideon’s Bakehouse; only this place serves up hand pies. It’s been a popular spot since its opening, but it looks like it’s about to get even MORE popular. Why? Because Six Ravens now has local beers on tap! You can visit Six Ravens right now and get a local beer straight from the tap. Each of the beers that are served at Six Ravens is brand-new to the location. Six Ravens posted an announcement about the beers online. ©Six Ravens The main item you can get here is the Coffyns, which are handheld yeast rolls stuffed with different fillings. We can already imagine how good a pairing the beer on tap will be with a Coffyn. There’s a bunch that you can grab here, and each one of them has unique flavors. Six Ravens The theme of the restaurant is that the King and his crew have finished their six trials, which has gained them an audience with The Six. You can see The Six inside the restaurant, but they’re carved into ancient stone and may hold some “otherworld capacities.” So many details If you haven’t been to Six Ravens at Disney Springs yet, we seriously recommend it. From drinks to pastries to their new beers on tap, there’s a lot that keeps drawing us to this place. Now, we’re going to see ourselves there even more often. Six Ravens The agents at Small World Vacations know how to save money on your Disney Vacation! When you book your trip with Small World Vacations, their experienced agents monitor your reservation for possible future savings. They also compare discounts and figure out which one works best for your travel party, dates, resort, and touring plans. And they share expert tips and first-hand advice with you about your magical vacation. We’re always on top of all the latest Disney news and updates, so make sure to follow us at the Disney Food Blog for even more! REVIEW: We Ordered ONE Slice of Cake at Disney Springs and Got a Small Building Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Have you been to Six Ravens yet? Let us know in the comments! View the full article

Flying somewhere soon? Make sure you pack TSA-approved essentials! ©Amazon Whether we’re visiting the Disney parks or traveling the world on different adventures, we’re always mindful of what we’re packing. Planning around TSA regulations for flight carry-on items can be tough, but Amazon makes it so much easier with tons of great TSA-approved essentials. Here are some of our favs! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Travel in style with this first essential ©Amazon First up is this Donald Duck Pouch Trio! These TSA-approved pouches are each themed after Donald and come in varying sizes. They’re designed for tech, travel, and personal essentials, and they come with a floating divider and quick-access grab handles. BUY ON AMAZON The TSA shouldn’t bother you about this skincare set ©Amazon At only 1.86 oz, the Tower 28 SOS Recovery Hydrating Face Cream Set is designed for sensitive skin and comes with three essentials: Daily Rescue Facial Spray, Daily Balancing Gel Cleanser, and Daily Barrier Recovery Cream. This skincare set includes a pocket-size version of hypochlorous acid spray that calms visible irritation and helps reduce redness, as well as a mini purifying gel cleanser that washes away makeup, SPF, and daily buildup. The lightweight moisturizer offers fast-absorbing hydration. BUY ON AMAZON Check out this toiletries set ©Amazon It can be tough to find the right-sized toiletry set, but this Kitsch Travel Size Toiletries Set is TSA-approved! This black and ivory 11-piece set includes leak-proof, refillable travel-sized containers that can be used for things like shampoo, lotion, and more. Both reusable and eco-friendly, these containers are perfect for when you’re on the go and are super versatile. BUY ON AMAZON This razor meets TSA requirements ©Amazon When traveling, you might want to opt for the Schick Intuition Go Disposable Razor for Sensitive Skin! This razor has a built-in moisturizing bar that lets you lather and shave in one easy step, and includes four blades with pivoting heads. Each pack comes with one razor and a travel case. BUY ON AMAZON This next essential is a Disney Adult favorite ©Amazon We LOVE the Touchland x Disney Minnie & Mickey Hand Sanitizer Spray Duo Case-Set! This set features a mist case inspired by Minnie with Vanilla Blossom Hand Sanitizer and a Mickey case with Wild Watermelon Hand Sanitizer! Each case features those famous ears, and Minnie’s includes her adorable red polka-dot bow. BUY ON AMAZON Travelers love this last essential ©Amazon Finally, pick up the BAGSMART Toiletry Bag Hanging Set! This TSA-approved essential is available in several different colors on Amazon and includes a stow-away 360-degree swivel non-slip metal hook for versatile hanging options. It also features a carry handle that doubles as its hanging strap, as well as a two-way zipper closure for quick access. BUY ON AMAZON And there you have it! For more packing and travel tips/finds, make sure you keep it posted right here at DFB! View the full article

If you’re going to Disney World, you need to know what’s closed BEFORE your vacation! Sunset Boulevard It’s not uncommon to see rides, restaurants, pools, transportation, or shops close for refurbishment and updates throughout the year. Thankfully, Disney World typically includes the closure information for these offerings on the website so you can know what will be unavailable during your trip. We follow these updates closely to let our readers know what to expect, and now it looks like there’s a reopening on the horizon! Vacation Fun at Disney’s Hollywood Studios is a short film in the Mickey Shorts Theater that closed temporarily back in April. It has been closed for months since, but more recently has been used as a place where Annual Passholders can pick up their Kermit the Frog magnets. Vacation Fun Disney didn’t share a reopening date when the closure started, simply noting that the theater would reopen “later this year.” But now, Vacation Fun is showing hours starting on September 27th. Though it hasn’t been publicly announced, this likely means the show will reopen on that date. Vacation Fun The interesting thing about this closure is that the show also just had a closure in 2025, reopening right at the end of December before closing down again in April. The space hosted a May the 4th (Star Wars Day) offering during this current closure before it was used as a magnet distribution spot. Could we see it used as a space for special events more in the future? It has been used as a wristband distribution location for Jollywood Nights in the past. Mickey Shorts Theater Vacation Fun is a 10-minute short film that features Mickey and Minnie getting ready to go on a vacation. The show highlights clips from the Mickey Mouse cartoon shorts on Disney+, giving you a glimpse of all the places Mickey and Minnie have traveled in the past. It’s a great way to take a little break in the air conditioning and sit in a comfy seat for a few minutes. Plus, the exit area of the theater has some very fun photo ops! Potatoland We’ll be on the lookout for any more closures that we need to let you know about, and we’ll update you right here on the blog! Subscribe to our newsletter and our social media channels for the latest. See ALL the Current Disney World Closures Here! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Have you ever seen this show? Tell us in the comments! View the full article

The DFB team isn’t just made up of a bunch of avid Disney park-goers… We’re also avid Disney Cruisers! The Disney Magic And after a BAJILLION Disney cruises (yes, I’ve rounded up slightly), THESE are the Disney Cruise Food Secrets that we think YOU should know about before you set sail, too! Check out our new video: 50 Disney Cruise Food Secrets Only the Pros Know Are you a DFB Video subscriber? If you hit the button below, you can subscribe to our channel and catch up on ALL of our latest episodes! And stay tuned for more theme park news! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What video do you want to see from DFB next? Let us know in the comments! View the full article

Heads up, Disney+ Subscribers, you’re about to get VERY busy in September! ©Disney From films that are looking for a new life on streaming to series both iconic and brand new, there’s a plethora of new content coming to Disney’s streaming service this September. Star Wars: The Mandalorian & Grogu It’s no secret that the Mandalorian & Grogu’s feature film debut didn’t send the box office to hyperspace. However, the latest Star Wars film could find a new, larger audience when it debuts on Disney+ – – the original home of the titular characters – – on September 2nd. ©Disney Kraven the Hunter Speaking of theatrical bombs, the Sony-produced Kraven film is set to debut on Disney+ on September 13th. While the film, based on one of Spider-Man’s oldest villains, was far from a critical favorite, the unprecedented interest in Spider-Man: Brand New Day could make the film appealing to those looking to further scratch their Spidey itch. ©Sony Project Runway Season 22 Finale The 22nd season of the iconic Project Runway has been debuting on Disney+ just after airing on Freeform throughout its run, and the season finale will be no different. The episode will drop at 10:00 PM PT on September 10th. ©Disney City of Blood Based on a graphic novel, the 8-part German vampire thriller City of Blood follows two sisters as they “uncover the shocking truth about the city’s hidden power structures – only to find themselves at the center of a life-threatening conflict.” The series, which debuts in full on September 16, stars Lea Drinda, Soma Pysall, Franz Hartwig, Jördis Triebel, David Schütter, Mouataz Alshaltouh, Jenny Schily, Dagmar Manzel, Melika Foroutan, Jan Georg Schütte, and Lars Eidinger. The 2026 iHeartRadio Music Festival The 2026 edition of the hugely influential music festival will be streamed on September 18th and 19th. The show will feature BTS, Cardi B, Goo Goo Dolls, Kenny Chesney, Weezer, Zara Larsson, Benson Boone, Ciara, Lainey Wilson, LE SSERAFIM, Major Lazer, Muse, Snoop Dogg, The Smashing Pumpkins, and Stella Lefty performing live from Las Vegas. ©iHeart Radio The Simpsons Season 37 The 37th (yes, 37TH!) season of The Simpsons will be available in full on Disney+ on September 27th. ©Disney A Double-Dose of Halloween! Finally, not one but TWO Halloween specials geared towards younger viewers are set to debut during September: Marvel’s Spidey and the Avengers: Halloween Team-Up! on September 25th and SuperKitties: Howl-O-Ween Charm on the 29th. ©Disney These are just some of the NEW pieces of content dropping on Disney+ this September! Stay tuned to DFB for more on Disney’s upcoming releases. Disney Is Opening New Rides in 2027. Here’s the Full List. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Which Disney+ debut are you most excited for? Let us know in the comments below. View the full article

Hollywood Studios has already had a big year thanks to the opening of the Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets, the addition of the Mandalorian and Grogu to Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run, and the announcement that Monstropolis will open in 2027. Yet with all of that, with all that, even MORE is coming on September 14th! The Magic of Disney Animation in Walt Disney Studios On that day, the Magic of Disney Animation — a new take on an opening day MGM Studios experience — will debut in the park’s new Walt Disney Studios area. The area is replacing Star Wars Launch Bay (which is a bit of theme park inception, since the Launch Bay replaced the original Magic of Disney Animation over a decade ago). This updated version will feature four distinct areas for guests to explore. ©Disney Olaf Draws The Magic of Disney Animation will host Olaf Draws, a class where YOU can learn how to draw iconic Disney animated characters! These classes will be led by Olaf himself with the help of some legendary Disney Animation artists who will help bring the class to life. Olaf will be a brand-new Audio-Animatronic figure as he welcomes people into a new space, inspired by one of his most memorable moments from Once Upon A Studio, sitting at an animator’s desk, joyfully discovering the art of drawing. Josh Gad, the voice of Olaf, returned to record original dialogue for the experience. “I’m so thrilled that a whole new generation of kids can dream of becoming animators one day and can actually begin their journey right there on the studio lot,” Gad shared. “Olaf Draws” Concept Art ©Disney In Olaf Draws, each class features a different character, so you can return again and again! You may sketch any of the following in the class: Mickey Mouse, with Dan Abraham, director (Once Upon A Studio, Baymax!) Minnie Mouse, with Hyun Min Lee, animator (Frozen 2, The Princess and the Frog) Donald Duck, with Austin Traylor, animator (Once Upon A Studio, Moana 2) Genie, with Eric Goldberg, animator (Aladdin, Hercules) Moana, with Samantha Vilfort, story artist (Encanto, Zootopia 2) Stitch, with Fawn Veerasunthorn, director and head of story (Wish, Raya and the Last Dragon) Olaf, with Trent Correy, director (Once Upon A Studio, Frozen 3) Ursula, with Michael Woodside, animator (Big Hero 6, Encanto) Judy Hopps & Nick Wilde, with Byron Howard, director (Zootopia, Zootopia 2 ©Disney Disney Character Greetings at “Off the Page” Guests will meet beloved Disney characters across “six unique departments from the animation studio,” including Story, Layout, Hand-Drawn Animation, Computer Animation, Lighting, and Effects. Though specific characters may vary, here are some examples of whom you may encounter, and where: Mulan in Story (posing in front of an oversized storyboard panel) Rapunzel in Layout (in “a setting inspired by the classic multiplane camera”) Chip n’ Dale in Hand-Drawn Animation Donald and Daisy in CG Animation Goofy in Lighting Stitch in Effects ©Disney Drawn to Wonderland Playground This area will feature a whimsical indoor play area for the “youngest animators-to-be” with an “oversized flower garden with musical instruments, a Mad Tea Party playset, and a Tugley Wood exploration area,” all inspired by Mary Blair’s original concept art for Alice in Wonderland. ©Disney The Once Upon A Studio Theater The Once Upon A Studio Theater will present the Emmy Award-winning short film Once Upon A Studio, upon which The Magic of Disney Animation is based. In addition, the theater will also present “enhanced effects that add an extra layer of magic.” ©Disney For instance, “you may spot characters popping up within the artwork along the theater walls, placing you right in the middle of this enchanting story.” ©Disney On September 14th, the newly reimagined Magic of Disney Animation attraction is set to open at Hollywood Studios! Stay tuned to DFB for further coverage of this new attraction. PSA: This $5 Hollywood Studios Treat Is Still One of the Best Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Are you excited for the new Magic of Disney Animation? Let us know in the comments below. View the full article

Frozen fans, you’ll want to hear this exciting news! Several months ago, the all-new World of Frozen officially opened in Disneyland Paris. Welcome to World of Frozen in Disney Adventure World! This new land is absolutely stunning, and this year’s Christmas festivities are coming to Arendelle! From November 7th through January 6th, the Disney Enchanted Christmas festivities are starting in Disneyland Paris, and this year the celebrations are coming to World of Frozen. Guests can expect to find Traditional Arendelle decorations, a Christmas Choir, some surprise royal guests, and you can even find Kristoff strolling through the village. ©Disneyland Paris These celebrations are the perfect way to bring a little bit of holiday magic into this wonderful new land, and a great way for guests to enjoy the season with some of their favorite characters! ©Disneyland Paris But this is not the only Christmas fun happening in Disneyland Paris; there are lots of other festivities to enjoy, including a musical celebration called Let’s Sing Christmas featuring Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Daisy, Goofy and Clarabelle singing some festive songs to get everyone in the holiday spirit. ©Disneyland Paris Guests will also be able to experience Santa’s Workshop on Main Street, and even Mickey’s Dazzling Christmas Parade that happens twice a day. There is so much incredible Christmas fun to be had in Disneyland Paris this season! ©Disneyland Paris We will continue to keep you posted on all the Disney Christmas and holiday fun, so stay tuned to Disney Food Blog so you never miss anything! How To Score $95 Park Tickets for Christmas in Disney World! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What do you think of the Christmas festivities coming to Disneyland Paris? Let us know in the comments! View the full article

If you’re going to Disney World, you absolutely NEED to download the My Disney Experience app. Magic Kingdom This app is your lifeline in the parks, showcasing everything from attraction wait times to showtimes for shows to maps to help you navigate the parks and resorts. You can use it to Mobile Order food or make dining reservations…there are so many ways it’ll be useful during your trip. But right now, it’s having a bit of an issue! One of the most helpful features in the My Disney Experience app is the search function. Here, you can search for offerings all around Disney World — characters, shops, dining locations, rides, shows, and more. It’s incredibly useful for finding things without having to dig through the many tabs of the map page. ©Disney Unfortunately, our team discovered a glitch today…the search function isn’t working! Several different people on our team had this problem on the morning of Tuesday, September 8th, where we couldn’t get any results to come up, no matter what we searched. UPDATE: As of the afternoon, the search function appears to be working again. No significant changes have been applied yet. ©Disney Now, this could be related to Disney changing the search function overall. We reported earlier this year that Disney would be making changes to the app in a variety of ways, including a new AI-powered search feature. This will make it easier to search full questions instead of just locations or attractions. ©Disney Up until now, you’ve only been able to search keywords. The “full question search” model will likely be more streamlined for folks who haven’t been to Disney World before and aren’t familiar with terminology and official names. Instead of searching for Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe, you may be able to ask something like “Where can I get a burger in Magic Kingdom?” My Disney Experience app ©Disney Of course, we’ll be on the lookout for the official launch of the new search function, and we’ll report back when it’s live. Subscribe to our newsletter for the latest, and let us know if you’re also seeing this glitch! See All the Changes Coming to the Disney World App Here! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Do you have the My Disney Experience app on your phone? Tell us in the comments! View the full article

We love Disney theme parks, but you can get Disney magic without traveling to California or Florida. We’re always watching Disney movies in theaters and on Disney+, but you can also catch musicals based on your favorite movies when they travel to a nearby city. ©Disney Disney has musicals that travel and have residencies on Broadway, and this musical just made a first-ever casting decision, and we’re obsessed. Disney’s Aladdin has been on the New York City stage for 12 years, and for the first time, a woman will play the iconic Genie role when the show debuts a new cast member in October. Say hi to Sherri Shepherd, who you might know from The View. She is the first woman to play Genie on Broadway and in any of the 11 Disney-produced stage adaptations of Aladdin worldwide. In a press statement, Shepherd said, “Joining Aladdin on Broadway is an absolute dream come true — and an incredible honor. The Genie is such an iconic character, and I’m beyond excited to bring my own energy, humor, heart, and a little bit more magic to the role.” ©Disney She also said that she hopes “audiences see themselves in this Genie and leave the theater feeling so much joy and inspired to believe in the impossible.” Shepherd says she is not taking this role lightly, as it is her history-making turn as the first woman to play Genie. ©Disney “I’m ready to rub the lamp, unleash some magic, and have the time of my life on Broadway.” Previous Genie actors include Major Attaway, Michael James Scott, and Caleb A. Barnett. James Monroe Iglehart, who originated the part on the New York City stage, even won a Tony for the role in 2014. ©Disney Shepherd is taking on the role on October 16th and will continue through January 3rd at the New Amsterdam Theater. We’re excited to see how she takes on the role and what the audience thinks. Make sure you keep following Disney Food Blog for more Disney news. CHECK OUT OTHER MAJOR DISNEY CHANGES HERE! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What do you think about this casting? Tell us your thoughts in the comments. View the full article

Disney Springs is home to some of our favorite spots to grab dessert in all of Disney World, partly because there are just so many choices! Who’s ready for some cake? Sometimes, we find the most interesting desserts where we least expect them, like GIANT slices of cake over at table service restaurants. We headed over to The BOATHOUSE to try out their new cake slice that follows a big trend right now — this is a dot cake like you’ve never seen before! A slice of the Dot Cake at The BOATHOUSE will cost you $26.50, and YES, that’s a lot of money to pay for cake, but when you see the size of this thing, we think you’ll understand. This is Citrus Cream Cake, White Chocolate Mascarpone, White Chocolate Ganache, and Vanilla Ice Cream, which we were very excited to try. Though, since we did get ours to go, we didn’t get ice cream with ours. Dot Cake Is this cake worth the price, though? Well, it WAS delicious; we’ll start with that. It was surprisingly citrusy, with the taste of orange especially coming through, and we really enjoyed that. The cake itself was very moist and dense, and while the cake’s outside wasn’t covered in dot sprinkles like the viral dot cakes are, they were poured on top and added a nice crunch. The cake overall wasn’t as sweet as we thought it would be, even with the white chocolate, which was a big win, because it was still rich in flavor. Look at that! Now, we do think the price makes it hard to justify getting it again, but if we were splitting it with some friends, we’d consider it, because it truthfully is VERY easy to share, and that would bring the price down per person as well. A bite of goodness! Looking for more recent reviews you may have missed? Check out our posts below! More Recent Reviews! REVIEW: We Ordered ONE Slice of Cake at Disney Springs and Got a Small BuildingREVIEW: We’re Obsessed with DOLE Whip, But This Disney Springs Flight is Making Us Question EVERYTHINGREVIEW: Pie Donuts Exist In Disney World, And We Couldn’t Be HappierREVIEW: This Disney Dessert Is Covered in Blood and Comes With a Knife …And We Love ItThere’s a NEW Reason To Grab This Snack From Disney Springs We’ll be sure to keep you updated on all the latest Disney dining news and reviews, so stay tuned to DFB! REVIEW: Fans Are RUNNING To Disney’s BoardWalk for a $22 Dessert Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Would you grab this cake? Tell us in the comments! View the full article

Disney World just announced the Celebrity Narrators for the Candlelight Processional for the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays! The festival runs from November 27th to December 30th, and while it’s one of the shorter festivals, it turns EPCOT into a total winter wonderland with great food, entertainment, and TONS of cookies. EPCOT Candlelight Processional This might be one of the best lineups we have ever seen, and not to be dramatic, but it includes Jason Kelce — it’s definitely going to be the most popular of the season. Here’s the full list of Celebrity Narrators for the Candlelight Processional. There are even a few “to be announced” spots, which makes us excited about who’s to come! Nov. 27 & 28 – Auli‘i Cravalho Nov. 29 – Dec. 1 – Gary Sinise Dec. 2 & 3 – To Be Announced Dec. 4 & 5 – Whoopi Goldberg Dec. 6 & 7 – Robin Roberts (NEW) Dec. 8 & 9 – Jason Kelce (NEW) Dec. 10 – 12 – Neil Patrick Harris Dec. 13 & 14 – To Be Announced Dec. 15 & 16 – Lauren Daigle Dec. 17 – 19 – Ralph Macchio Dec. 20 & 21 – Henry Winkler Dec. 22 & 23 – Lacey Chabert (NEW) Dec. 24 & 25 – Jodi Benson Dec. 26 & 27 – Simu Liu Dec. 28 – 30 – Eva Longoria Josh Gad narrating the 2024 Candlelight Processional The narrators are joined by a 51-piece orchestra, the Voices of Liberty, and a choir of more than 150 Disney Cast Members and community singers. Each narrator brings their own unique touch as they tell the story of Christmas with tons of great songs. It’s truly magical and is a staple of our holiday trip to EPCOT. Candlelight Processional Performances are held nightly at 4:45 PM, 6:30 PM, and 8 PM at the America Gardens Theatre. It can get super busy, especially for more popular narrators, so we recommend grabbing a dining package for guaranteed seating. Dining packages aren’t open just yet, but you’ll be able ot start booking on October 14th. Candlelight Processional We can’t wait to share all the details with you, so keep following Disney Food Blog for more! FULL LIST OF EVERYTHING YOU CAN SEE AND DO AT THE 2026 EPCOT FESTIVAL OF THE HOLIDAYS DON'T MISS A MOMENT OF HOLIDAY MAGIC Holidays at Disney World: DFB's Merriest Guide is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. It includes all the must-have information for navigating the holiday season at Disney World, including: The COMPLETE schedule of events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World's busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And, of course, we'll tell you where to eat! Save 20% on the Holidays at Disney World: DFB's Merriest Guide with code PEPPERMINT. GET YOUR GUIDE NOW MORE Disney World Holiday INFO! Learn About Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Get the Latest Information About the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays Get All the Details About Disney Jollywood Nights Everything You Need to Know About Disney World Holiday Dining and Events Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest holiday news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Who are you excited to see this year? Tell us in the comments! View the full article

We are always bringing you all of the best tips and tricks for making your travel days easy. Traveling can be stressful, which is why we give you as much information as possible to make your travel smooth and seamless. MCO TSA PreCheck Well, TSA is rolling out a new program that could completely change airport travel, so let’s dive into everything you need to know! TSA PreCheck is officially introducing a new program called Gateside, where registered members can go beyond security even if they aren’t traveling! This means that friends or family who are not traveling with you can go past security if they are registered for the program. ©TSA TSA has shared, “This new program makes it easier to return to the gate for welcomes and send-offs, meet friends during a layover, and enjoy dining and shopping along the way, bringing back the moments that once defined air travel.” This program is free to use; all you need to do is apply on the TSA website, and if you are approved, you can use the TSA PreCheck security lane and head into the rest of the airport even if you don’t have a flight booked. TSA lines at MCO This program is currently available at the following 13 airports and will be coming to even more in the next few months: Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA) in Arizona John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) in Ohio Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) in Texas Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Michigan Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport (ICT) in Kansas Indianapolis International Airport (IND) in Indiana Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) in Nevada Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in California Bill and Hillary Clinton National Airport (LIT) in Arkansas Will Rogers International Airport (OKC) in Oklahoma Eppley Airfield (OMA) in Nebraska San Diego International Airport (SAN) in California Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) in Utah ©TSA This program is a very unique TSA update, and we are interested in seeing how it changes air travel and if it makes its way to the Orlando International Airport any time soon. Orlando International Airport We will continue to keep you updated on all TSA news, so stay tuned to Disney Food Blog so you never miss anything! TSA Cuts New Airport Screen Program Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What do you think of this new TSA program? Let us know in the comments! View the full article

EPCOT’s Food & Wine Festival kicked off at the end of August, and we were there to try all of the booths and offerings, old and new. However, just because opening day has passed doesn’t mean we’ve seen everything EPCOT’s premier annual event has to offer, as there’s still MORE to come. The EPCOT Food and Wine Festival September 9th will see the debut of another booth at the festival. However, this isn’t just any Food & Wine Festival booth; it’s this year’s version of Festival Favorites! Located at CommuniCore Hall, the Food & Wine Festival’s Festival Favorites booth will offer classic fan-favorite dishes and drinks from past EPCOT Festivals. So, what will be available this year? The 2025 Festival Favorites Food and Wine Festival Booth Food Potato Pierogi with Kielbasa, Caramelized Onions, and Sour Cream (A 30th Anniversary Legacy item), $5.99 Potato Pierogi Bo Ssam Pork Belly Lettuce Wraps with Bo Ssam Pork Belly, Kimchi Slaw, and Spicy Aïoli (A 30th Anniversary Legacy Item –Reimagined for 2026!), $6.19 Pumpkin Cheesecake Mousse Trifle featuring PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese with Citrus Sauce and Spice Cake topped with Cranberry Streusel (Emile’s Fromage Montage Item) (A 30th Anniversary Legacy Item –Reimagined for 2026!), $5.29 ©Disney Beverages Frozen S’mores — Chocolate Milk Shake with Marshmallow Syrup topped with Mini Marshmallows, Chocolate Shavings, and a Graham Cracker (non-alcoholic), $5.29 Schöfferhofer Grapefruit Hefeweizen, Mainz, Germany, $6.00 to $9.75 Parish Brewing Co. SIPS Cabernet Franc Strawberry Berliner Weisse, Broussard, LA, $6.00 to $9.75 3 Daughters Brewing Beach Blonde Ale, St. Petersburg, FL, $6.00 to $9.75 Beer Flight, $12.75 NEW! Frozen Apple Blossom — Apple Cider, Seagram’s® Ginger Ale, Hartley Apple VSOP Brandy, Mini Marshmallows, and Maple Syrup, $16.50 Disney That is a pretty loaded booth that may alter our approach to a day at the fest! However, the Festival Favorites booth isn’t the only one still on its way to the 2026 event. The Wedge Hosted By Dairy Does More is scheduled to open on September 18th, while India, Coastal Eats, Earth Eats, and the Alps are all scheduled to open on October 2nd. The India booth is coming in October While the EPCOT Food & Wine Festival has already begun, there are still booths yet to come, including this year’s version of Festival Favorites, which is opening on September 9th. Stay tuned to DFB for more on EPCOT’s mega-festival! Here’s Exactly How We Cover All 30+ EPCOT Food and Wine Booths in a Single Day Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Are you excited for this year’s Festival Favorites? Let us know in the comments below. View the full article

Disneyland, you did not hold back with these snacks! Let’s eat! We’re always looking for new snacks at Disney World and Disneyland, and while we have our returning favorites, we could probably live off of the new snacks they drop every week. This time, we’re heading to two different restaurants to try some dishes that we don’t think we’ll ever be able to live without. First up, we’re heading to Rancho del Zocalo Restaurante, located in Frontierland. We started with the Mexican-style Shrimp Cocktail for $12.99, with poached shrimp, tomatoes, red onions, cilantro, cucumber, celery, and spicy cocktail sauce served with crackers. Shrimp Cocktail While we thought this was a solid shrimp cocktail, it wasn’t necessarily our favorite dish of all time. The tomato sauce has some sweetness, and a lot of tartness still shines through. There’s a good amount of spice and a bit of a kick at the end. The shrimp are perfectly cooked, and the flavors work well together; you also get about ten shrimp, so it’s easy to share. We wish we got a little more for the price, and we had a lot of tomato sauce left by the end, so we needed a bit more shrimp! We also had the Nachos for $14.99, made with tortilla chips, beans, guajillo cheese sauce, house-made tomatillo salsas, red jalapeños, sour cream, and guacamole. Nachos This isn’t the first time this restaurant has had nachos, and in the past, they were some of our favorite foods in the park! You’ll want to eat these as soon as they come out because the toppings can make the nachos very cheesy. They have a bit of a spicy kick from two different salsas, plus flavorful cheese, and while the flavors all go together, we wish we could add a protein on top, like beef or pork. When we asked, it wasn’t an available option, and it wasn’t as fresh as we were hoping. It felt particularly one-note and a bit underwhelming. When you need nachos, this might do the trick, but you’ll likely find better meals throughout the park. Lots of toppings To drink, we grabbed the Horchata Slushy for $8.49. Horchata Slushy This was the highlight of our meal! It tastes just like authentic horchata and was super refreshing and delicious. We loved that it wasn’t that expensive of an add-on and really brought the whole meal together. We had one more stop for the day before we called it quits. We went to Bengal Barbecue in Adventureland to grab the Garlic Naan, which is grilled bread basted with herb butter, for $5.79. Garlic Naan The bread was fluffy, buttery, and super garlicky! We loved the flame-broiled, toasted flavor of the bread, and once you add a skewer like the Bengal Beef Skewer, it’s a total game changer. It’s filling and a great addition to Bengal Barbecue, and we’ll be adding it every time we order from here. With the beef In the meantime, make sure you keep following Disney Food Blog for more of our favorite snacks and dishes you’ll want to try on your next Disneyland vacation. FULL GUIDES TO RESTAURANTS AT DISNEYLAND DON'T DO IT ALONE! Our favorite people over at Small World Vacations are ready to help you save time, headaches, and best of all, money, when you book your Disney trip or cruise. Their agents compare current offers to find the best deal for you -- they've literally saved their guests millions of dollars since 1996. Plus, their services are 100% FREE FOR YOU! (They're DFB's recommended travel agency, and you can see why here!) So book that trip now, then sit back and enjoy planning your Disney World Trip with a DFB-approved expert! Click here for a no obligation price quote today, and let them know DFB sent you GET MORE INFO What’s your favorite snack in Disneyland? Tell us in the comments! View the full article

We visited Dollywood and fell in love with the park. Between thrilling rides, incredible food, and fun vibes, there’s a lot to do across the Dollywood resort! The Dolly Parton Experience While the rides, shows, and food are super fun, there’s one major draw of Dollywood that you’re probably overlooking on your next trip. Dollywood has so many fun extras, from playgrounds to entertainment, games, and walk-through exhibits, that MADE our trip. You can’t miss out on these 13 Dollywood experiences! Walk-Through Exhibits The most iconic extra is the Dolly Parton Experience. This is a full-length museum dedicated to country icon Dolly Parton, and it’s included with the price of your ticket. The giant pink butterfly is a Dollywood icon, and snapping a picture is a MUST! The Dolly Parton Experience You’ll get to walk through Dolly’s whole life from when she was little, to when she joined the Porter Wagner show, to when she kickstarted her solo career. The museum is interactive, with photo ops, immersive screens, memorabilia displays, and a live tracker showing how many books Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library Foundation has donated to kids. Watching the number go up is SO satisfying! Right across from the Dolly Parton Experience, you’ll find another museum. Behind the Seams showcases Dolly’s many styles over the years, and you can see some of her most iconic looks in person! Behind The Seams You can also visit Dolly’s Home on Wheels, Dolly Parton’s personal tour bus that she used to travel from show to show. Dolly’s Home on Wheels The Robert F. Thomas Chapel is a working historical church with Sunday services. If you’ll be at Dollywood in 2027 and beyond, the courtyard is getting a Dolly Parton memorial in May 2027 to mark her favorite spot in the theme park. Robert F. Thomas Chapel While you’re in Craftsman’s Valley, don’t forget to pay a visit to the Calico Falls Schoolhouse to see what a classic Tennessee school would’ve looked like back in the 1890s. Calico Falls Schoolhouse Over in Rivertown Junction, you have to check out Dolly’s Tennessee Mountain Home. While this isn’t Dolly Parton’s actual mountain home, it’s an exact replica to show you where Dolly used to live while she was growing up. Dolly’s Tennessee Mountain Home Entertainment You can’t miss the icon of Wildwood Grove, the Wildwood Tree! If you’re visiting Dollywood after dark, the Wildwood Tree comes to life multiple times throughout the evening with glowing and dancing butterflies, music, and a story from Dolly Parton herself. The Wildwood Tree is all lit up! Play Areas Wildwood Grove has two play areas for kids. Hidden Hollow is an indoor playground where your littles can roam, climb, and burn as much steam as their little hearts desire, while parents can sit in the air-conditioning and take a much-needed breather. Hidden Hollow At Wildwood Creek Splash Pad, they can keep playing and cool down with some fun in the sun right beside the Wildwood Tree. Wildwood Creek Splash Pad Owens Farm is hiding a great spot for little kids. Your littles can explore Granny’s Garden and Lil’ Pilots Playground to get out some energy. Lil’ Pilots Playground ©Dollywood In Wilderness Pass, younger kiddos can play in the Firehouse Fun Yard playground while they wait for the bigger kiddos to finish riding Wild Eagle and Fire Chaser Express. Firehouse Fun Yard Carnival Games You can play carnival games around the park in Country Fair, Craftsman’s Valley, and Wilderness Pass. While they cost extra, you can compete to win prizes, and it’s a super fun experience if you’re not on a strict budget. Country Fair We won this little bear holding a Dollywood Cinnamon Bread! He’s SOOO cute! These 13 extras are a must-do at Dollywood, so make sure to check these out on your next Dollywood visit! Stay tuned to Disney Food Blog for more theme park guides. Full 2-Day Dollywood Itinerary: Best Snacks, Rides, and Hotels Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Which Dollywood extra made your must-do list? Comment below! View the full article

Whether you’re having a Disney World day, a Disneyland day, or — ya’ know — a Tuesday, everybody could use a fun buddy from time to time. ©Amazon Right now, Amazon has a litany of Disney shoulder buddies available! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Disney Shoulder Buddies Come Are as Imaginative as They Come… starting with Figment! ©Amazon The buddies, which include EPCOT’s most famous original character, Figment, stand about 5 inches tall each and feature a two-part magnet that allows them to comfortably sit on your shoulder without fear of getting lost. SHOP HERE Beyond EPCOT’s iconic Figment, there is a litany of characters available, including… … Anxiety from Pixar’s Inside Out 2… ©Amazon You won’t feel anxious with this representation of Maya Hawke’s character from the Pixar film. SHOP HERE Olaf from the Frozen Franchise ©Amazon “Build a snowman” companion on your shoulder with this representation of Olaf himself! SHOP HERE Sheriff Woody Himself from Toy Story ©Amazon You’ll always have a friend in this shoulder buddy of the iconic sheriff. He’s even got “Bonnie” on the bottom of his boot. SHOP HERE Jack’s Puppy Pal Zero from A Nightmare Before Christmas ©Amazon The ghostly pup from the 1992 cult classic film will ride shotgun with you during gatherings from Halloween all the way through Christmas! SHOP HERE Tigger Bouncing in from the Hundred Acre Wood ©Amazon Pooh’s bouncy best friend sits securely on your shoulder and makes a perfect companion for a ride on The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh. SHOP HERE Pascal from Tangled ©Amazon Just be careful about channeling Rapunzel and letting down your hair. Don’t want to get it in Pascal’s face after all… SHOP HERE A Toy Story Green Alien ©Amazon Unfortunately, The Claaaaw can’t plop this little dude right on your shoulder, but the magnet will hold him on strongly during a spin on the Alien Swirling Saucers. SHOP HERE You Can’t Have a Collection of Disney Characters Without Minnie Mouse ©Amazon SHOP HERE Or, Of Course, Mickey Mouse! ©Amazon The iconic duo is immortalized in their most famous looks: Polka dots and shorts, respectively. SHOP HERE If you want an utterly adorable Disney buddy to sit on your shoulder, head over to Amazon now and stay tuned to DFB each week for more Amazon finds. View the full article

We’re chicken tender experts here at DFB. No, really, we have tried just about all the chicken tenders across Disney World, and we have a lot of opinions about them. Pizzafari New chicken tenders were released in Disney World, so you know we were braving the summer storms with raincoats and umbrellas to grab them. Y’all, these might be worth the sauce alone. We grabbed the Baked Chicken Tenders at Pizzafari in Animal Kingdom. They are served with a tangy dipping sauce and kettle chips for $12.99. Baked Chicken Tenders At first dip, we were completely in love. The sauce was incredible! It was tangy, a little spicy, creamy, and sweet, and our reporter said it was completely “divine.” It reminded us of a tangier Thousand Island dressing. Do not skip the sauce! The chicken tenders were also very good and stayed crunchy even after sitting out in the Florida humidity for a bit. They’re very crunchy, but with much less fried batter on the outside than traditional chicken tenders. They were salty and peppery on the outside and perfectly juicy on the inside. Tender goodness They’re not particularly big, but you do get four tenders, which is nice. The chips were also crunchy and well seasoned, and we would definitely grab these again, even if it’s just for the sauce. Bring on the sauce! If you’re a chicken tender fan looking to change things up, or someone who obsesses over sauces with every meal, then you’ll probably want to grab the Baked Chicken Tenders. It’s also a great option if you’re a bit tired of all the fried food you’ve been having at Disney World. It’s great to have something lighter, but still have a filling and fun meal that you can eat with the family and not be asking yourself, “Why did I order the salad??” We are a little too obsessed with these We’re always in Disney World trying new snacks and dishes, so make sure you keep following Disney Food Blog for more of the best reviews you need to know before you head to Disney World yourself. Wondering which restaurants you need ot add to your park day? We have it all right here at DFB! YIKES. THIS ANIMAL KINGDOM EXPANSION NEWS IS GOING TO UPSET SOME FOLKS. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What do you think about these new Baked Chicken Tenders? Tell us your thoughts in the comments. View the full article

Planning a Disney vacation can sometimes feel like learning another language. Someone tells you to rope drop EPCOT, make your ADRs at 60+10, buy LLMP, check the blockout dates on your AFS ticket, and maybe take the Monorail from the TTC. If you’re new to Disney planning, you might reasonably wonder what any of that […] The post Disney Planning Terms Explained (Without the Confusion) appeared first on Military Disney Tips. View the full article

One thing you gotta’ love about Disney World this time of the year is all the fall and Halloween-themed snacks that come to the parks, hotels, and Disney Springs. We love making our way throughout the resort and trying all the new ones, which is why we recently headed to Swirls on the Water in Disney Springs. New DOLE Whip Flight! Swirls on the Water is THE place in Disney Springs to get DOLE Whip treats, so when we learned that some new menu items had arrived at this snack spot, we were there SO FAST to try them out. So let’s see what we thought! First up, a new DOLE Whip Flight is now available for $8.99. You get three flavors: DOLE Whip Pineapple and Vanilla Soft-serve topped with a Fresh Pineapple Wedge, DOLE Whip Raspberry and DOLE Whip Peach with Raspberry Crisps and Peach Pie Filling, and Pumpkin Soft-Serve (YES, IT’S PUMPKIN SEASON!) and Chocolate Soft-Serve with White Sprinkles. September DOLE Whip Flight Okay, so we already know we love the DOLE Whip Pineapple with the Vanilla Soft-Serve, so it’s no secret that it’s a tasty combo. It’s a classic…and with good reason. It’s sweet…it’s sour…it’s creamy. We also loved the fresh pineapple wedge that added a nice touch. Like most DOLE Whip desserts, though, it melts fast. Pineapple and vanilla The DOLE Whip Raspberry and DOLE Whip Peach is very sour, and we’ll admit we were disappointed with it. The taste is very artificial. We didn’t get a lot of the peach flavor because the raspberry just overwhelmed everything. The peach filling is a basic pie filling. The crisps also tasted sour and artificial. We’re not a fan of this one. Raspberry and peach Okay, let’s talk about the Pumpkin Soft-Serve with Chocolate Soft-Serve Swirl. We thought this was a really odd flavor combo, especially as the chocolate overwhelms the pumpkin flavor and tastes fake. We think we would have preferred it if we’d just had the Pumpkin Soft-Serve by itself. Pumpkin and chocolate Here’s what’s weird, though…these flavors work out well for the Vampire Mickey Cone for $7.49, which is made with a Pumpkin and Chocolate Soft-Serve, White Sprinkles, and Chocolate Mickey Coin in a Chocolate Cone. Maybe it was the addition of the chocolate cone, which is tasty. It’s still an odd mix, but it works better here. Vampire Mickey Cone We also tried the Peach-Raspberry Sundae for $7.29. It’s made with DOLE Whip Peach swirled with DOLE Whip Raspberry, with Peach Pie Filling, Streusel, Raspberry Crisps, and Whipped Topping, served in a Waffle Bowl. We’ve had this before, and it was a big hit for us at the time. We really liked it this time, too. The flavors are better balanced than what you get with the DOLE Whip flight. Peach Raspberry Sundae We also appreciated the peaches in the peach pie filling that made this taste a bit more authentic. The whipped cream doesn’t add much, but the streusel gives some texture. The waffle bowl, though, is pretty plain. We liked this, though We’ll be back with even more food reviews in Disney World, so stay tuned to DFB for more. REVIEW: Pie Donuts Exist In Disney World, And We Couldn’t Be Happier Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW What are some of your favorite DOLE Whip flavor combinations? Share with us in the comments! View the full article

There are tons of spots that are considered famous Disney stops. That being said, some are truly iconic, while others are just viral for the moment. Let’s test it together! Trader Sam’s in Disneyland! Now, THAT spot is genuinely iconic. This popular bar, located at the Disneyland Hotel, offers up seriously fun tiki cocktails, delicious food, and more. For a limited time, you can check out their Halloween menu, and here’s what we think about one of the newest items. Welcome to Trader Sam’s! The themed bar is an excellent spot to relax and take a load off when you’re not in the parks, thanks to the fun atmosphere and delicious menu. This year, the spirits have spoken for Trader Sam’s 15th anniversary, and they’ve brought three drinks back from the dead! The Halloween Menu! When we stopped by, we grabbed the Cloaked Specter (RIP 2013) for $20! This drink is made with Planteray O.F.T.D., Planteray Original Dark Rum, Parrot Bay Coconut Rum, Pineapple Juice, Lime Juice, Falernum, Cinnamon, and Angostura Bitters. How pretty is this? We are SO excited that the spirits spoke this drink onto the menu, but be cautious. This drink was dangerous in the best way possible. The pineapple juice hit us immediately upon sipping it with that familiar fruity and slightly acidic flavor. The rum notes came after the fact. The rum was sweet and warm in flavor, making the drink feel more well-rounded. The flower on top! The drink was (unsurprisingly) perfectly tropical and made us feel like we were ready to relax on the beach. As we enjoyed it, it was super refreshing and was great to enjoy over the course of a meal. We would happily grab this one again and again! This drink is only around for a limited time, so don’t hesitate if you want to try it yourself. The front of the menu! We love that Disney is using this spooky season to resurrect some old favorites, and we can’t wait to grab the others before they’re gone. As always, be sure to keep following DisneyFoodBlog for more Disney reviews, news, and updates. A Popular Disney Ride Is About to CLOSE With No Reopening Date in Sight Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Would you try this one? Tell us in the comments! View the full article

Thirty years is a long time to be feeding EPCOT. Over three decades, the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival has given us dishes we still think about, dishes Disney has wisely brought back again and again, and a few things that probably deserved to remain a blurry photo in an old Festival Passport. Check inside the passport For the Festival’s 30th anniversary, Disney decided to crack open the archives. There are 30 special Legacy Items scattered around the 2026 EPCOT Food & Wine Festival, with dishes either returning from previous festivals or getting reimagined for 2026. Naturally, we tried them. And after working our way through the ones released so far, one thing became pretty clear. Nostalgia can get a dish back onto the menu, but that doesn’t mean we’re gonna like it. TL;DR Summary In case you need a quick reference guide, here’s the break down of all of the 30th Anniversary Legacy items, where to find them, and our thoughts for 2026. Some of booths haven’t opened yet, so there’s still a chance some of our favorite legacy items are yet to come! Item # Anniversary item Location DFB verdict so far 1 Warm Raclette Swiss Cheese The Alps Opens Oct. 2 2 Roasted Lamb Chop Australia HIT. Tender, flavorful, chips still work ridiculously well. 3 Belgian Waffle with Cookie Butter Belgium HIT, although VERY sweet. Cookie butter and speculoos absolutely run the show. 4 Pão de Queijo Brazil BIG HIT. Fluffy, cheesy, gooey, still fantastic. 5 Pickle Milk Shake Brew-Wing HIT, with an asterisk the size of Spaceship Earth. More pickle-forward this year, but still fun if you are Team Pickle. 6 Cheddar and Bacon Soup Canada HIT. Soup remains excellent; pretzel roll was tougher than ideal. 7 Canadian Filet Mignon Canada HIT. Flavorful crust, creamy potatoes, properly cooked filet. 8 Dumplings Trio China HIT. Crispy dumplings, tender fillings, excellent sweet-tangy sauce. 9 Potato Pierogi Festival Favorites Opens Sept. 9 10 Bo Ssam Pork Belly Lettuce Wraps Festival Favorites Opens Sept. 9 11 Pumpkin Cheesecake Mousse Trifle Festival Favorites Opens Sept. 9 12 Rodizio-style Grilled Beef Skewer Flavors From Fire MISS. Chewy and overcooked, especially disappointing after 2025’s juicy version. 13 Trio d’Escargots France BIG HIT. Massive improvement over 2025, with fluffy, flaky dough and tender escargot. 14 Schinkennudeln Germany HIT. Creamy, cheesy and unapologetically heavy. 15 Apple Strudel Germany HIT. Excellent vanilla sauce and apple-cinnamon flavor; apples were a bit mushy. 16 Chicken Souvlaki Gyro Greece MIXED. Good chicken and fresh flavors, but some wilted/mushy lettuce dragged it down. 17 Slow-roasted Pork Slider Hawai‘i BIG HIT. Juicy pork, pineapple sweetness, great balance. 18 Gulf Coast-style Seafood Roll Hops & Barley MIXED. The buttery brioche did a lot of the rescue work against a noticeably fishier filling. 19 Potato-Pea Samosas India Opens Oct. 2 20 Chicken Tikka Masala India Opens Oct. 2 21 Pollo al Marsala Italy BIG HIT. Juicy chicken, flavorful gnocchi and Marsala mushrooms. A redemption arc nobody expected from Italy. 22 Spicy Temaki Hand Roll Japan MISS. Tough seaweed, little heat, fish-forward flavor and an overall dry bite. 23 Taco de Camarón Mexico HIT. Great shrimp, crunch and creamy aioli, although we wanted the breading crispier. 24 Freshly Baked Carrot Cake Milled & Mulled BIG HIT. Moist, balanced and exactly sweet enough. 25 Sweet Potato Mealie Pap Refreshment Outpost HIT for spice fans. Legit heat, nicely cooked vegetables, filling plant-based option. 26 Paella Caldoso Spain BIG HIT. Creamy saffron rice, smoky chorizo, juicy chicken. 27 Frozen Szarlotka Swirled Showcase HIT. Essentially frozen apple cider in a very good way; streusel gets mushy if you dawdle. 28 Liquid Nitrogen Almond Truffle Mousse Swirled Showcase MISS/MIDDLE. Good chocolate mousse, but caramel disappeared and we wouldn’t make a special trip for it. 29 Ras el Hanout Cauliflower Bowl Tangierine Café GOOD, NOT MEMORABLE. Well-seasoned and tasty, but not especially unique. 30 Crab and Corn Macaroni and Cheese The Wedge Opens Sept. 18 So, Did Disney’s 30th Anniversary Experiment Work? Mostly, yes. The biggest lesson from eating through Disney’s 30 years of Festival history was that the dishes with staying power generally earned it. Pão de Queijo is still excellent. The Canadian classics are still classics. The Carrot Cake remains one of the best values at the Festival. Hawai‘i’s pork slider can come back whenever it wants. All of the option from Canada But we were even more interested in the foods Disney actually improved. France took an escargot dish we struggled with last year and fixed the texture. Italy resurrected a Marsala dish and somehow made Italy one of our surprise recommendations. Spain rebuilt its paella into one of the Festival’s strongest savory bites. Those are the anniversary foods we want more of. Full booth Keep the recipes that work. Fix the ones that almost worked. And when 30 years of history tell you something was chewy, dry, or forgettable, perhaps nostalgia does not require a rematch. We’ve eaten our way around the entire 2026 EPCOT Food & Wine Festival, so keep checking DFB for all of our reviews, rankings, tips, and increasingly strong opinions about tiny plates of food. 9 Weird, Hilarious, and Shocking Things That Happened on EPCOT Food and Wine Festival Opening Day Read More About the Food & Wine Festival Hit or Miss: We Tried All 30 “Reimagined” Menu Items at the EPCOT Food and Wine Festival2 EPCOT Food & Wine Festival Booths Open THIS MONTHREVIEW: This EPCOT Food & Wine Festival Breakfast Got More Expensive and Less BoozyThe Disney World News We CAN’T Shut Up AboutREVIEW: We Don’t Care That It’s a Slushy, This EPCOT Food & Wine Treat Is Way Better Than We Expected IT'S WINE & DINE TIME! Food & Wine Festival can be a bummer. You stand in line waiting for what looks like the perfect treat, and it's a bust. But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE EPCOT Food & Wine Festival experience. If you're planning a day or a week at the festival, we've got every performance, activity, and tasty nosh detailed out so you can make the most of your time and money. Listen, it's a tough job eating and documenting the nearly 200 bites and sips, but we do it all for YOU! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Learn More About the EPCOT Food and Wine Festival! Food and Wine Festival 101 Eat to the Beat Concert Updates EPCOT Food and Wine Festival - Fans Facebook Page Wine and Dine Half Marathon Details Get More Updates, Tips, and Tricks to Help You Conquer the Food & Wine Festival Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Did any of these returning dishes surprise you? Tell us about your favorites in the comments below! View the full article

Have you ever wanted to dine and drink like a pirate from Pirates of the Caribbean? Well, Disney offers you that opportunity at The Beak and Barrel in Magic Kingdom. The entire bar is pirate-themed, and, as a result, it’s a pretty popular spot where getting reservations can be difficult at times. The Beak and Barrel However, you might have better luck visiting The Beak and Barrel during a special event like Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party. Well, here’s your chance to visit this bar during a limited special ticketed event. That’s right. If you’re attending Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, you can take a break from your holiday shenanigans and get up to some pirate shenanigans instead at The Beak and Barrel. The restaurant will be open during the party, and reservations (which are highly recommended) are available now. The Beak and Barrel If you are a Disney World resort guest, you can make reservations up to 60 days in advance of your arrival for the entire length of your stay, up to 10 nights. So if you’ve already bought your Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party tickets and you’re 60 days away from the first day of your Disney World trip, make reservations now on the Disney World website or My Disney Experience app. If you’re not staying at a Disney World resort, you can make reservations starting on September 9th. Siren’s Whisper Need some ideas of what food and drinks you should order at The Beak and Barrel? Well, we really like the Island Provisions, especially if you’re looking to share food with someone. Island Provisions For something with a little boozy kick, try the Lit Fuse. It’s smoky, but it’s got a great banana flavor…so, yeah, we are kinda’ BANANAS for this drink. Lit Fuse Grab the Cursed Treasure for something refreshing without the booze. It’s an indulgent blend of coconut milk and cookie crumbs topped with vanilla foam and pirate’s gold. YUM. It’s like a sweet cream soda. Kids will probably love it, too. Cursed Treasure We’ll be talking more about Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party soon, so stay tuned to DFB for more. CONFIRMED: Disney World’s NEWEST Pop-Up Restaurant Will Be Available During Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Will you be going to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party this year? Share your plans in the comments! View the full article

Disney Halloween merchandise has reached that dangerous point in the season where we’re starting to think, “Well, technically I could make everything I own pumpkin-shaped.” And Disney is not helping. ©Disney A new Halloween MagicBand+ has arrived online, and between Mickey pumpkins, Minnie pumpkins, bats, candy, and enough orange to be visible from approximately three lands away, we have a feeling Disney Halloween fans are going to be VERY interested in this one. DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Mickey and Minnie Mouse Jack-o’-Lanterns Halloween MagicBand+ – Limited Release The Mickey and Minnie Mouse Jack-o’-Lanterns Halloween MagicBand+ – Limited Release is priced at $54.99, and honestly, Disney knew exactly which buttons it was pushing here. The strap features Mickey and Minnie transformed into adorable jack-o’-lanterns, surrounded by tiny bats and candies. The tappable icon keeps the theme going with another Mickey jack-o’-lantern design. It’s part of Disney’s Mickey Mouse Family Halloween Collection and, importantly, this one is a limited release. ©Disney Which means this probably isn’t the MagicBand you bookmark and casually reconsider in November. Beyond looking like Halloween exploded directly onto your wrist, this is a MagicBand+, so you’ll still get all the usual functionality. It can be used to enter the Disney World theme parks with valid admission, tap into Lightning Lane entrances when you have a valid Lightning Lane entry, and link Disney PhotoPass photos to your account. ©Disney MagicBand+ also has color-changing lights, vibrations, gesture recognition, and interactions with select experiences around the parks. Translation: your pumpkin Mickey isn’t merely decorative. He has responsibilities. And we can absolutely see this becoming one of those Disney accessories that starts appearing EVERYWHERE during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party season. It’s festive without requiring you to wear an entire costume, and Mickey and Minnie dressed as jack-o’-lanterns fall squarely into the category of Disney merchandise we did not know we needed until Disney put it in front of us. ©Disney Because this is a limited release, availability could disappear faster than the good candy from the Halloween bowl. If you’ve been looking for a new MagicBand+ for your fall Disney World trip, you may want to check Disney Store now. And keep checking back with DFB, because Disney Halloween merchandise season is clearly nowhere near finished with our wallets. view ON THE DISNEY STORE We’re always on the hunt for the latest and greatest Disney souvenirs and essentials, so don’t forget to stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for more! View the full article

We’re counting down to 2027 because there is so much coming to Disney World. One of those is Pueblo Esperanza, the Tropical Americas-themed land coming to Animal Kingdom. ©Disney This expansion will include three rides, with one focused on Encanto, where you can enter the Casita. Disney Imagineer Joe Rohde has something very interesting to say about the ride. On Instagram, Joe Rohde has been sharing a lot about the Tropical Americas. Rohde was a huge force behind Animal Kingdom, and while he isn’t leading these projects, we often turn to Imagineers like him for their thoughts. ©Disney Rohde was explaining how difficult it is to deliver plotlines in theme parks due to time constraints. Instead of 90 minutes to tell a storyline, you only have a few minutes, and audiences can look all over the place rather than in one direction on the movie screen. ©Disney He talked about how you can focus on a scene where riders already know the stakes, so they can just enjoy the action. The Encanto ride will be just like this. It’s going to focus on Antonio’s gift day, which is interesting because Antonio is a side character, and not one of the two guiding forces, Mirabel and Bruno. Rohde argues that without Antonio’s connection to animals, there would be no reason for Encanto to be in Animal Kingdom, since it’s about family and humans, whereas Animal Kingdom focuses on animals. Casita attraction ride vehicle models Antonio’s gift with animals makes sense for Animal Kingdom and has given them a platform to bring Encanto into the park. Rohde says, “But as stated by Joan Hartwig, Creative Executive over the project, Antonio’s gift opens up the theme of ‘family and extends it to include all the creatures around us. We are all one family. Animals included. And that is a good moral lesson for Disney’s Animal Kingdom.” Capybara! What do you think about this ride focusing on a side character vs a main one? Does it feel any different to you than other rides? Tell us your thoughts in the comments, and make sure you keep following Disney Food Blog for more Disney news and everything surrounding your favorite theme parks. DISNEY ENCANTO RIDE VEHICLE REVEALED: HERE’S HOW WE THINK IT WILL WORK Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW View the full article

Sometimes a souvenir comes along that’s simply impossible to ignore. ©Amazon We’re always on the hunt for great souvenirs to add to our Disney collections, and Amazon is PACKED with incredible finds! During one of our recent searches, we came across a really unique lamp, and we just HAD to share it with you! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Light up a room with a vibrant Minnie Mouse ©Amazon The Idea Nuova Disney Minnie Mouse 3D Acrylic LED Illusion Lamp is currently at its lowest price in around a month! At the time of this writing, it’s 17% off on Amazon, and a few bucks under $20. Sporting the lovely Minnie as a design on top of a base with her name and hearts, this little souvenir would make a great gift for any fans of Minnie Mouse! ©Amazon This lamp can be used as a night light or for decoration, and measures 9″ H x 4.85″ W x 4″ D. The lamp includes 16 shades of red, orange, blue, green, pink, purple, yellow, and white, and features five different light modes — including solid, flash, strobe, fade, and smooth. It also comes with a handheld remote. Both USB and/or battery-powered, this lamp is super adaptable and can be situated in all types of rooms! BUY ON AMAZON Do you plan on picking one up? Let us know in the comments, and continue to follow us here at DFB for more great Disney souvenir finds! View the full article