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Some essentials you can grab on Amazon can literally save a Disney World vacation. LACOVIA Mini Fan If you’ve ever lost your mind trying to deal with the heat during a Disney World day, you’re definitely not alone. Trust us — we’ve gone through it. However, our lives changed forever when we picked up a certain personal fan from Amazon — and now we absolutely swear by it. Take a look! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Take on the Disney heat with this Amazon essential ©Amazon For those blisteringly hot Disney days, we’re sure to pack the LACOVIA Mickey Misting Personal Fan in our bags! This little fan is both adorable AND practical. Mickey fan It has 3 speeds and folds, so you can fit it in your palm and/or pocket! It also has little nubs so it can sit on a desk or table and stay upright without tipping over. The fan includes a plastic cage around the actual fan part, so you don’t have to worry about a little one sticking their fingers in. LACOVIA Mini Fan This little fan is rechargeable with a USB-C charging cord that comes with it. It lights up red when actively charging. Charging And it doubles as a mister! The set comes with a dropper for the water reserve, so you have an easier time filling it. There’s a small stream of mist that emits from the center ring just under the fan, but we do have to warn you that it’s not very strong. If you keep it close to you, you’ll feel the effects better. Back of the fan Ultimately, for us, this fan is a must-have! It makes our lives so much easier, and we can’t imagine a hot day without it! BUY ON AMAZON We’ll continue to keep you posted on all kinds of Disney World essential finds and packing tips, so be sure to stay tuned right here at DFB! View the full article

It’s time to get scary… and scared! Halloween Horror Nights has officially arrived at Universal Orlando, and we are THERE on the very first night. Of course, we’re checking out all the haunted houses, but more importantly, we’re checking out all the food. Meat Grinder Red Velvet Halloween Horror Nights runs on select nights in August, September, and October through November 1st at Universal Studios Florida, and the event features exclusive food and drinks you can’t get at the parks during the day. So let’s talk about everything we ate and drank at the party! We’re starting with the Birria Pizza Fries at the DreamWorks Imagination Cafe for $13.99. These are French fries topped with birria beef, mozzarella cheese, onions, and cilantro. Birria Pizza Fries The Birria is melt-in-your-mouth tender, with quite a good portion of Birria. The cheese is nice and melted, and every fry had a good amount of cheese. The diced onions on top add a little crunch, and the chopped cilantro has that soapy flavor, so you might not like these if you’re not a cilantro fan. However, we think these are a hit, and would like to see them return next year! Birria Pizza Fries To satisfy our frightful sweet tooth, we made our way over to Fearful Fare to try the Meat Grinder Red Velvet for $8.99. Now, this thing is… well… it looks gross. It’s freshly ground red velvet cake with cream cheese icing and puffed rice maggots. You have to give Universal an A+ for most terrifying food presentation, right? Meat Grinder Red Velvet Texturally, this was straight mush. It’s a very soft, mushy cake topped with a ton of soft frosting. There weren’t enough puffed rice pieces to add a substantial crunch. Taste-wise, this was very yummy chocolate cake, and the red sauce was a sweet strawberry sauce. If you like chocolate cake, then it’s a fun twist on a classic, but you probably won’t like it if you need some bite in your dessert. Meat Grinder Red Velvet We’ll be covering EVERYTHING at this year’s Halloween Horror Nights, so stay tuned to DFB for more. FULL LIST: Every Menu Coming To Universal’s Halloween Horror Nights This Year 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 food are you wanting to try at this year’s Halloween Horror Nights? Share with us in the comments! View the full article

If you’re a Loungefly lover, chances are you probably have a pretty solid collection going. Loungefly bags in EPCOT But if you’re looking for a new Loungefly bag that you won’t see all around the parks, our favorite place to shop is on Amazon. We’ve rounded up some of our favorite Loungefly bags on Amazon if you don’t want to wear the same park bag everyone else has in Disney World! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. view ALL OF OUR FAVORITE LOUNGEFLYS ON AMAZON HERE Get this Eeyore Loungefly backpack ©Amazon Add a soft and sweet touch to your look with the Winnie the Pooh Eeyore Corduroy Figural Convertible Mini Backpack & Crossbody Bag. Designed in a charming figural silhouette, this mini backpack features textured corduroy with embroidered details to bring Eeyore’s gentle expression to life. Perfect for everyday essentials, it also includes removable straps so you can switch up your style with ease. view ON AMAZON This stained glass Sleeping Beauty Loungefly is so pretty ©Amazon Add a royal touch to any look with this Sleeping Beauty mini backpack! Featuring floral designs with metallic details, the front includes an appliqué frame of Aurora that opens to reveal her with Maleficent. With embroidered details along the side pockets, this bag is perfect for your next Disney Parks visit. view ON AMAZON We love this Muppets Loungefly ©Amazon Made with a corduroy material, this bag is decorated with appliqué and embroidered details. It features Miss Piggy, Gonzo, and Kermit the Frog surrounded by plenty of imagery that reminds us of The Muppet Show and Muppet*Vision 3D at Hollywood Studios. Gone, but never forgotten. view ON AMAZON Or, you can grab this Pixar Loungefly ©Amazon Featuring designs of your favorite Pixar characters on the front, this mini backpack includes embossed designs on the body. Iconic characters including Heimlich, Remy, Boo, Russell, a Green Alien, and Panda Mei are featured on this bag, so you don’t even have to pick a favorite! view ON AMAZON Don’t forget this Winnie the Pooh Loungefly ©Amazon Made with a textured body, the front pocket includes a design of Pooh Bear among appliqué flowers and butterflies. We love the colorful floral design, and the pocket pattern continues on each side pocket as well. This bag would be perfect for the EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival! view ON AMAZON And finally, grab this Pirates of the Caribbean Loungefly ©Amazon Set sail in style with this Pirates of the Caribbean mini backpack! Featuring an allover debossed design of sparrows and skulls, the front pocket includes an appliqué of a skull with pirate icons and “Jack Sparrow” lettering. With side pockets and adjustable straps, this bag is perfect for fans of the films. view ON AMAZON You can shop our favorite Loungefly bags on Amazon at the links below! view ALL OF OUR FAVORITE LOUNGEFLYS ON AMAZON HERE 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

Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Orlando has a reputation for bringing the scares to those people brave enough to buy a ticket to the event. Thanks to its themed haunted houses, scare zones, and scare actors just waiting to make people scream, some folks might be a little too afraid to actually give the event a chance, which is understandable. Deathly Afraid Lanyard The thing is… there actually IS more to Halloween Horror Nights than being terrified, and for those who want to experience the event without the jump scares and scare actors in their face, there’s an option to avoid that: the Deathly Afraid lanyard. We tested out the Deathly Afraid Lanyard to see if it actually works. So what is a Deathly Afraid Lanyard? Well, it’s a lanyard that you can buy at one of Universal’s shops for $20 that you can wear around your neck during Halloween Horror Nights. The lanyard has a bright red disk that lets scare actors know that you are off-limits. So it basically signals to scare actors to leave you alone in scare zones and other common areas. However, it does not protect you in haunted houses — but you can easily avoid those if you don’t want to be scared. Make sure it’s lit up! We purchased a Deathly Afraid Lanyard at the Universal Studios Store to see if it really does work. So we put it around our neck and walked through some scare zones. In our experience, scare actors did not approach us at all, and we were, more or less, left alone. So in that sense, it does exactly what it’s supposed to. Sideshow of Decay We struggled in FORTNITEMARES, where we were scared by a few scare actors. But in every other scare zone, the Deathly Afraid Lanyard worked extremely well! Scary! As far as the battery life goes on this thing, it lasted all evening, so we didn’t have to worry about it running out of juice and leaving us at the mercy of scare actors. Deathly Afraid Lanyard Overall, if you’re someone who wants to experience Halloween Horror Nights without being targeted by scare actors, the Deathly Afraid Lanyard will be your best friend. It gives you a chance to explore everything else the event has to offer without having to be afraid someone is going to jump out and try to scare you when you least expect it. Like we said, there are other ways to enjoy Halloween Horror Nights, including watching some of the unique entertainment and eating the event-exclusive snacks and drinks. Meat Grinder Red Velvet However, if you’re still a little worried about how scary this event could be, you could always get tickets for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party in Magic Kingdom instead. This event is more family-friendly, and the only thing that might scare you is the ticket price (just kidding…we think it could be totally worth it!). Hocus Pocus Villain Spectacular at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary We’ll be continuing coverage of Halloween Horror Nights, so stay tuned to DFB for more. 9 Rules Halloween Horror Nights Is Enforcing in 2026 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 do you think of this lanyard? Let us know in the comments. View the full article

Both Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party and Oogie Boogie Bash have kicked off at Disney, so it’s officially spooky season! And what’s a better way to celebrate than some new Disney merch? ©Disney Disney just released a TON of new Disney merch online, and it’s taking us some SERIOUS self-control not to buy all of these new souvenirs. Our wallets are officially crying over this DisneyStore drop! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. This Winnie the Pooh and Tigger Halloween Double-Sided T-Shirt is not-so-scary! ©Disney This Winnie the Pooh and Tigger Halloween Double-Sided T-Shirt features Pooh on the front and Tigger on the back wearing matching vampire Halloween costumes, fitted with capes and fangs! view ON DisneyStore Every day will go swimmingly with this Flounder Loungefly Crossbody Bag! ©Disney This Flounder Loungefly Crossbody Bag is designed to look just like Ariel’s sidekick Flounder in purse form! You’ll find embroidered facial detailing, padded nose and cheeks, and 3D holographic fins to bring the iconic fish to life. view ON DisneyStore This Sam Eagle Mug and Coaster Set is sensational, Muppetational! ©Disney This Sam Eagle Mug and Coaster Set includes a collectible mug and matching coaster featuring Sam Eagle and The Muppet Show logo. It’s part of a larger matching set including mugs and coasters of Kermit, Miss Piggy, Scooter, Fozzie, and Rowlf, and we can’t get just one! view ON DisneyStore This Mickey Mouse Translucent Starbucks Tumbler is SPOOKY! ©Disney This Mickey Mouse Translucent Starbucks Tumbler features a classic Mickey Mouse exploring The Haunted House, where he discovers the shadow of a ghostly Grim Reaper figure! Inspired by the 1929 Disney short The Haunted House, it’s the perfect accessory for your vintage-inspired Halloween. view ON DisneyStore Creep it real with this Vampire Teddy Big Face Canvas Tote! ©Disney This Vampire Teddy Big Face Canvas Tote features textured screen art of Vampire Teddy’s face from The Nightmare Before Christmas on the front, with the iconic Nightmare Before Christmas logo on the back. You can keep all your essentials stowed in the head of Jack Skellington’s ghoulish gift! view ON DisneyStore You want love? Buy this Daisy Duck Fashion Pullover Sweatshirt! ©Disney This Daisy Duck Fashion Pullover Sweatshirt features a 3D Daisy Duck embossed on the chest of this long-sleeve top with her iconic flower-topped signature embroidered across the art. The knit fabric will keep you warm until next summer! view ON DisneyStore 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

Well, we’ve certainly had our share of Disney World food this week, thanks to the EPCOT Food & Wine Festival, which runs through November 21st. In case you missed our coverage of the festival, you can read our reviews of all the food booths here, and even see what our fave food and drinks were here! Fright Flight from Splitsville But don’t worry! We haven’t forgotten about the other food and drinks you can get at Disney World restaurants, and we’re constantly keeping an eye on restaurant menus. So let’s talk about how some of those menus changed this week. Magic Kingdom Plaza Restaurant Dessert ADDED: Sorbet — Ask your Server for Today’s Specialty (Plant-based) for $7.75 Plaza Restaurant Main Street Bakery Specialty Coffee Beverages ADDED: Pecan Crunch Oatmilk Latte – Grande for $6.75 ADDED: Pumpkin Spice Latte – Grande for $6.75 Cold Brew ADDED: Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew – Grande for $5.95 Tea & Refreshment Iced Banana Bread Matcha Tea Latte – Grande changed from $6.75 to $6.95 ADDED: Iced Pumpkin Cream Chai Latte – Grande for $6.75 Pastries ADDED: Hedgehog Cake Pop for $3.45 ADDED: Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffin for $4.99 Main Street Bakery EPCOT Chefs de France Entrees REMOVED: Poulet Cordon Bleu ADDED: Poulet au Vinaigre — Airline chicken breast, shallot and red vinegar sauce, tarragon, potato puree for $39.95 Desserts REMOVED: Cygne profiterole, glace a la vanille, sauce chocolat ADDED: Nougat glace aux oranges confites, sorbet framboise for $13.95 Chefs de France The Land Cart Snacks REMOVED: Hei Hei Delight Hei Hei Delight Connections Eatery Beverages with Alcohol REMOVED: Peach Whiskey Iced Tea Allergy-Friendly ADDED: BBQ Braai Chicken Pizza — with Tamarind BBQ, Arugula, Onions, and Piri Piri Sauce (for Egg, Fish/Shellfish, Peanut/Tree Nut, Sesame, and Soy Allergies) ADDED: Caramel-Apple Cheesecake Baumkuchen (for Fish/Shellfish, Peanut/Tree Nut, Sesame, and Soy Allergies) Connections Eatery Coral Reef Restaurant Kids’ Create-Your-Own Entrées REMOVED: Guava-braised Short Rib ADDED: Braised Short Rib — Served with choice of two (2) Selections and choice of Small Lowfat Milk, Small DASANI Water, or Small Minute Maid Apple Juice for $16 Coral Reef Restaurant Disney’s Hollywood Studios Hollywood Brown Derby Entrees REMOVED: Seafood Fregola Desserts REMOVED: Vanilla-Fruit Cheesecake The Hollywood Brown Derby Trolley Car Cafe Specialty Coffee Beverages ADDED: Pecan Crunch Oatmilk Latte – Grande for $6.75 ADDED: Pumpkin Spice Latte – Grande for $6.75 Cold Brew ADDED: Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew – Grande for $5.95 Tea & Refreshment Iced Banana Bread Matcha Tea Latte – Grande changed from $6.75 to $6.95 ADDED: Iced Pumpkin Cream Chai Latte – Grande for $6.75 Pastries Hedgehog Cake Pop for $3.45 Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffin for $4.99 The Trolley Car Cafe Disney’s Animal Kingdom Creature Comforts Specialty Coffee Beverages ADDED: Pecan Crunch Oatmilk Latte – Grande for $6.75 ADDED: Pumpkin Spice Latte – Grande for $6.75 Cold Brew ADDED: Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew – Grande for $5.95 Tea & Refreshment Iced Banana Bread Matcha Tea Latte – Grande changed from $6.75 to $6.95 ADDED: Iced Pumpkin Cream Chai Latte – Grande for $6.75 Pastries ADDED: Hedgehog Cake Pop for $3.45 ADDED: Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffin for $4.99 Creature Comforts Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort Narcoossee’s Desserts REMOVED: Coconut Cream Tart, Chocolate Sourdough Bread Pudding ADDED: Apple Galette — Roasted Grape Compote, Brown Butter Ice Cream, Port Wine Caramel Sauce for $15 ADDED: Apple Galette — Raspberry Creme, Candied Hazelnuts (Plant-based) for $16 Kids’ Create-Your-Own Selections (choose two) REMOVED: Bruce’s Raspberry Sorbet ADDED: Nemo Brownie Bar — Caramel Buttercream, Chocolate Decor Narcoosee’s Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Pineapple Lanai Desserts ADDED: Mickey Pumpkin Soft-serve — Pumpkin-spiced Soft serve and Coconut Haupia with Caramel Drizzle, and Graham Cracker Crumbs for $5.99 Pineapple Lanai Disney’s Contemporary Resort California Grill Market Inspirations REMOVED: Hearth-steamed Saffron Mussels Chef’s Journey Oak-grilled Filet of Beef description changed from “Roasted Garlic Potato Purée, Grilled Asparagus, Pickled Ramps, Cabernet-Veal Demi” to “Roasted Garlic Potato Purée, Seasonal Vegetables, Cabernet-Veal Demi” REMOVED: Pan-roasted Carrot Gnocchi, Domestic Lamb ADDED: Cioppino — White Fish, Clams, Shrimp, Calamari, Mussels, Crispy Garlic Chips, Sourdough Crouton ADDED: Seared Lamb Rack — Herb-Ricotta Grudi, Fava Beans, Chimichurri, Root Spinach, Tomato Ragu, Red Wine Jus Sweet Creations REMOVED: Blueberry-Goat Cheese Cheesecake, Flourless Chocolate-Espresso Cake California Grill Contempo Cafe Bakery REMOVED: Blueberry Danish ADDED: Apple Danish for $5.29 Contempo Cafe Disney’s Yacht Club Resort Yachtsman Steakhouse First Course Shrimp Cocktail description changed from “Poached, House-made Cocktail Sauce, Lemon” to “White Wine-poached Shrimp, Classic Seafood Seasoning, Signature Cocktail Sauce, Grilled Lemon” Steakhouse Wedge Salad description changed from “Candied Bacon, Farmhouse Eggs, Radish and Smokey Blue Cheese Vinaigrette” to “Double-smoked Candied Bacon, Soft-poached Egg, Radish, Four-Month Aged Blue Cheese Dressing” ADDED: Black Garlic Fettuccine — House made Fettucine, Seared Baby Squash, Heirloom Cherry Tomatoes, Mushroom Conserva, Creamy Black Garlic Sauce for $38 Butcher’s Cuts ADDED: 10-oz American Wagyu New York Strip Steak — Loaded Baked Potato, Brandy Peppercorn Sauce for $65 Yachtsman Steakhouse Disney Springs Starbucks at Marketplace Specialty Coffee Beverages ADDED: Pecan Crunch Oatmilk Latte – Grande for $6.75 ADDED: Pumpkin Spice Latte – Grande for $6.75 Cold Brew ADDED: Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew – Grande for $5.95 Tea & Refreshment Iced Banana Bread Matcha Tea Latte – Grande changed from $6.75 to $6.95 ADDED: Iced Pumpkin Cream Chai Latte – Grande for $6.75 Pastries ADDED: Hedgehog Cake Pop for $3.45 ADDED: Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffin for $4.99 Starbucks at Marketplace Starbucks at West Side Specialty Coffee Beverages ADDED: Pecan Crunch Oatmilk Latte – Grande for $6.75 ADDED: Pumpkin Spice Latte – Grande for $6.75 Cold Brew ADDED: Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew – Grande for $5.95 Tea & Refreshment Iced Banana Bread Matcha Tea Latte – Grande changed from $6.75 to $6.95 ADDED: Iced Pumpkin Cream Chai Latte – Grande for $6.75 Pastries ADDED: Hedgehog Cake Pop for $3.45 ADDED: Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffin for $4.99 West Side Starbucks at Disney Springs Chicken Guy! Beverages Fountain Beverages changed from $3.49 to $3.99 Chicken Guy! Keeping up with Disney World restaurant menu changes is a lot, but you can check menus online on the Disney World website or My Disney Experience app. We’ll also let you know when menus change, so stay tuned to DFB for more. Disney dining changes are a lot to keep up with! We’ve done all the research for you in writing our DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining! We’ve got details on EVERY dining location at Walt Disney World inside our eBook – and it’s easy to download to your tablet or smartphone to take with you on your next trip. The Best Restaurants at Disney World in 2026 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. 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When it comes to dining at Disney World, you’ve got a TON of options. If it feels overwhelming, we totally get it, and that’s why we’re here to help. Yachtsman Steakhouse Desserts We recently stopped by Yachtsman Steakhouse as Disney’s Yacht Club Resort, which just recently reopened after a months-long closure, to see what was cookin’, and now we’re bringing you our FULL review. Is it worth a stop on your next trip to the Most Magical Place on Earth after its recent refurbishment? Let’s find out! Atmosphere Yachtsman Steakhouse is a New England-style steakhouse with premium steaks, fresh seafood, and more on the menu. As it’s one of Disney World’s signature dining restaurants, you can expect a more sophisticated vibe in the restaurant’s menu offerings, decor, and theming, especially with the new refurbishment touches to the already beautiful atmosphere. We will say, we’ve noticed that it’s very loud in this restaurant no matter when we visit, so it might not be the right place for a more intimate dinner. Yachtsman Steakhouse But enough about the restaurant — what’s on the menu here?! Menu The menu you’ll find here is incredible and features a gourmet array of steaks, entrees, appetizers, and desserts. If you’re looking for great steak, this is absolutely a restaurant to be on your radar. You’ll find starters, Butcher’s Cuts, a Sauce Flight, Enhancements, Land and Sea Entrées, and Steakhouse Sides. Menu And now, onto the main event — the food! Eats First up, we got the Bread Service, which is complimentary. We were served Sourdough and Onion Bread Rolls with Butter, topped with Pink Himalayan Sea Salt and Roasted Garlic. It’s a warm, welcoming way to start the meal, and we love that the onion flavor comes through enough to be present but not overwhelming. Bread Service Next was the French Onion Soup for $15, and this was one of the best French Onion Soups we’ve ever had. There was so much cheese on top and every bite had the longest cheese pull we’ve ever seen, every time. French Onion Soup The soup itself was so flavorful, with a really salty and rich taste, without being overbearing. We would absolutely get this again and again. Delicious We also grabbed the 14oz Roasted Prime Rib for $60. Our reporter described this as “unbelievable” and said it’s the best thing they’ve ever eaten here. It was incredibly tender and flavorful, and the horseradish sauce served with it was creamy, salty, and had a little kick. 14oz Roasted Prime Rib The au jus was a little weak in flavor and wasn’t as salty as we expected, though the Yorkshire pudding was very, very salty, a little too much so. It was, however, very airy and fluffy, and a little cheesy. Consider us impressed! Finally, we got the Yachtsman Signature Chocolate Cake for $17. This was a very moist chocolate cake with a lighter chocolate flavor, not super rich or bitter like dark chocolate. Yachtsman Signature Chocolate Cake If you are not the biggest fan of chocolate like our reporter, we still think you would enjoy this, as the chocolate isn’t too intense. We do wish there was a little more coffee flavor to it, however, and we weren’t really able to taste the raspberry sauce or the caramel sauce. Nosh or Not This Disney World restaurant is a must-visit if… If you want “steakhouse night” that feels like you temporarily joined a yacht club and now have opinions about scotch, Yachtsman Steakhouse is exactly that. It’s tucked inside Disney’s Yacht Club Resort and leans classic, polished, and calmer than a lot of Disney dining. It’s a strong date-night pick, a celebratory dinner pick, or a “we need a quiet room and a serious protein” pick. If your group is a mix of adventurous and picky. It still works because the menu is pretty straightforward at its core: steaks, seafood, and steakhouse sides, with a few elevated comfort options sprinkled in. If you’re doing Dining Plan strategy (or just bracing yourself emotionally for the bill), this is Disney Signature Dining. It typically runs 2 table-service credits per person on the Dining Plan, and pricing lines up with that “special occasion” tier. You should skip this Disney World spot if… If you’re trying to keep things budget-friendly, this is not your “casual dinner after the pool” spot. Typical pricing as appetizers in the teens/low 20s, entrées well into the $38–$65 range, and a three-course meal often landing around $80–$95 per person before drinks and gratuity. If you’ve got little kids who need loud, fast, and entertaining, this can feel too slow and too grown-up. It’s a steakhouse pace, and the vibe is more “quiet conversation” than “Disney chaos in a cowboy hat.” If your party is coming straight from the pool. Disney’s dress code is “clean, neat” and specifically says no swimwear, so plan accordingly. Overall We love the Yachtsman, and while we love the food, the noise level always throws us off. The food is immaculate, the service is top-notch, and the refurbishment is well done, preserving the things that already made the restaurant beautiful on the inside. Being tucked away in the middle of six Disney hotels and two different theme parks, it still retains its warm and cozy feeling, miraculously. However, while the lighting is dim and low-stimulating, the noise in here always seems to be overly loud, so make sure you’re prepared before heading over. Yachtsman Steakhouse In the meantime, we’ll be on the lookout for more restaurant updates from Disney World and beyond. Make sure you stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for the latest Disney news and more! Every Disney World Change I’m Not Prepared For in 2026 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 eaten at this Disney World restaurant before? Tell us in the comments! View the full article

Things are ALWAYS changing in Disney World! Lately, the parks are entirely new places thanks to updates like Villains Land, Piston Peak, Monsters, Inc. Land, and more. The EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival Each week, it feels like Disney is constantly dropping new information and news! That’s why we like to do a weekly wrap-up of the biggest news so you don’t miss a single thing. Let’s dive into the latest and greatest Disney news from Sunday, August 23rd to Saturday, August 29th, 2026. EPCOT Food & Wine Festival The 2026 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival is back at EPCOT! You can get tons of limited-time snacks and drinks, plus festival-exclusive merch and souvenirs. EPCOT Food and Wine Festival Passport If you’re not sure what to eat during the Food & Wine Festival this year, we made a full guide of our favorite food and drinks! EVERYTHING You Need To Eat and Drink at the 2026 EPCOT Food and Wine Festival Lakeshore Lodge If you’ve been dreaming of the day you’ll be able to stay in Disney World’s newest hotel, Disney’s Lakeshore Lodge, we’ve got some great news for you — an opening date has officially been announced! Disney’s Lakeshore Lodge ©Disney Lakeshore Lodge will open on July 1st, 2027! We also got a first look at the hotel rooms, and Disney revealed that we’ll be able to stay in Waterfront Lake Houses, Nature-Inspired Studios and Villas, and Elevated Resort Rooms and Suites! Disney Reveals FIRST LOOK at the New Lakeshore Lodge Hotel Rooms H2 Heading If you’re a Tiny Train Town fan, then you’re going to LOSE IT when you see what Disney did to Tiny Train Town! Tiny Train Town! The town square has a brand-new look that’s very similar to the real-life Germany Pavilion, and it even uses the same paint color as the Pavilion! Plus, Disney took the festival decorations to a whole new level with mini festival booths! You’re Going to LOSE YOUR MIND When You See What Disney Did to Tiny Train Town for the EPCOT Food & Wine Festival Hurly Burly Hurly Burly is a new lounge at Disney’s BoardWalk that will feature live music performances, coastal-inspired cocktails, and tasty light bites. We stopped by on Tuesday to find that the building has a new paint job! The waves are so fun! The blue-and-white stripes have now been painted an even teal color, and the roof has adorable wave patterns! Hurly Burly will open in late 2026. BIG Changes Hit New Lounge Coming to Disney’s BoardWalk Woof! Did you get all of that? It was a busy week (just like any other), and we are so excited for what’s ahead. As always, be sure to keep following DisneyFoodBlog for more Disney news, updates, details, and more. Disney Drops NEW Behind-the-Scenes Look at Several Park Expansion Projects 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 news are you the most excited about? Tell us in the comments! View the full article

Halloween Horror Nights is OFFICIALLY underway at Universal Orlando, and this year’s collection of haunted houses is ready to deliver thrills, chills, and plenty of screams. Halloween Horror Nights From shorter waits on select attractions to exclusive menu items, 10 haunted houses, and five scare zones, this separately ticketed after-hours event is packed with thrills around every corner. You KNOW we had to experience EVERYTHING Halloween Horror Nights has to offer, especially the haunted houses! Come inside every house with us to see what you’ll be getting yourself into! Halloween Horror Nights takes place on select nights from August 28th through November 1st, and the 35th anniversary celebration is pulling out all the stops. Here’s our full breakdown of every haunted house waiting for you this year. Halloween Horror Nights Jack & Oddfellow: Chaos & Control Jack the Clown and his longtime rival, Dr. Oddfellow, take center stage in this haunted house, teaming up to deliver unforgettable scares. According to Universal, guests will “journey into the unsettling origins of the two adversaries’ undying rivalry” throughout the experience. Inside Jack & Oddfellow This house is very trippy, and we had a great time with it. Think twisted fun house with strobe lights, illusions, carnival music, and scares. We could see this being a favorite for a lot of guests! Sinners Step into the world of the Academy Award-winning film Sinners in this immersive haunted house. Based on the film, the experience transports guests to Club Juke, where twin brothers’ dream of opening a juke joint quickly descends into chaos when vampires invade. Along the way, guests will encounter familiar faces from the film, including Remmick, Bert, Joan, Sammie, Mary, Annie, Pearline, and Cornbread. Inside Sinners They actually built the rooms around the music in many cases, which makes sense considering music is such a heavy theme in the movie. Get ready to hear Ludwig’s award-winning score played throughout the house. The house even features the iconic “I Lied to You” scene! Stranger Things 5 Inspired by the fifth and final season of Stranger Things, this haunted house transports guests to Hawkins as the line between reality and the Upside Down crumbles. Expect to relive unforgettable moments from the series while encountering beloved characters, horrifying monsters, and the sinister Vecna, who lurks around every corner. Stranger Things 5 house! This house features a full flowering Demogorgon that is completely robotic, and it was honestly one of the coolest things we saw all night. The largest scene in the house is when Will finds his power and actually breaks the arms and legs of a fully robotic Demogorgon. Stranger Things fans will love this house! H.R. Bloodengutz Presents: A Halloween Fright-Tacular! One of Halloween Horror Nights’ fan-favorite icons, H.R. Bloodengutz, is back as one of this year’s hosts. According to Universal, guests can expect “your favorite maître d’macabre” to return to WKNB for a special Halloween scare-athon packed with ghouls, gore, and terrifying surprises. Inside H.R. Bloodengutz This is a very unique house, with a lot of fun scenes. If you’re a fan of classic Halloween, then you’ll enjoy this experience. There are also cool transitions before you enter each room. MADLANDS: Caged Cannibals As one of the standout scary houses of the night, they waste no time throwing guests into chaos. Universal describes this house as “a defunct zoo” that “is now the deadly domain of warring cannibal factions that have taken their animal instincts to extremes.” Madlands This is a heavily 90s-infused punk rock haunted house. Fun fact, this house actually features an original score. It is a little bit of a “stinky” house, so be prepared for that. Also, we thought the scare actors were INCREDIBLE in here! Cybergoria This house drops guests into a futuristic world where machines are in charge. Their ultimate goal is to keep you alive forever…even if surviving the process means facing your worst nightmare. Get ready, because this is a gross house. Cybergoria The monsters are Fleshbots, as the robots have figured out how to make us immortal. They put us in cryo until they can figure out how they can connect us to their bodies. The scare actors are truly relentless in this house, and they get very close to you. We would probably say this is the best house at HHN this year, and we don’t think we’re alone in that thought. INVASION: Alien Abduction A remote homestead becomes ground zero for an alien invasion in this haunted house, as the Grays arrive aboard their ship searching for new victims to experiment on. In this, you’re being abducted, and you do end up on an alien ship. If you’re a fan of aliens, there is definitely no shortage of them in this house. Alien Invasion Hellraiser Inspired by the legendary Hellraiser franchise, this haunted house invites guests to step inside the world of the Cenobites. After opening the infamous Lament Configuration puzzle box, guests will find themselves trapped in a twisted dimension where terrifying horrors lurk around every corner. Hellraiser We said Cybergoria was gross, but this house may be the grossest at HHN. Just be warned that you can hear significant moaning, and you’ll even see a butt. It is a static figure, not a real butt, but still. Clive Barker insisted there be the pleasure and pain of Hellraiser with this house…whatever that means. It’s a pretty wild house! Evil Dead Burn One of the latest horror films joins this year’s Halloween Horror Nights lineup with a haunted house inspired by its terrifying story. After the Book of the Dead is reopened, guests will find themselves surrounded by bloodthirsty Deadites eager to claim their next victims. As Universal warns, “try not to get possessed by soul-sucking Deadites hell-bent on bloodshed.” They had to make this house from just a script, which is obviously hard. To be honest, this one wasn’t our favorite, but it wasn’t bad. Evil Dead Burn Ozzy Osbourne: Prince of Darkness The Prince of Darkness has officially arrived at Halloween Horror Nights! This haunted house invites guests to “scream through a decaying world where music and mayhem collide,” immersing them in the twisted world of Ozzy Osbourne. Ozzy Osbourne There is some wild stuff in this house, including cool nods to Ozzy, a lot of his songs, and niche references. You’ll see a vampire biting the head off a human (referencing Ozzy eating the head off a bat). Our favorite part was probably the sequence where you’re riding on the rails of a crazy train! Hellraiser Halloween Horror Nights is one of our favorite events of the year, and this year’s lineup definitely delivered on the scares! Be sure to stay tuned to Disney Food Blog for the latest Halloween Horror Nights news, reviews, tips, and everything you need to plan your visit! Universal Orlando CHANGES Parking Rules for Halloween Horror Nights IT'S SPOOK-TACULAR! Get ready for the spookiest season of the year at Disney World with Halloween at Disney World: DFB's Spook-tacular Guide! From the thrills of Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party to the enchanting resort decorations that'll send shivers down your spine, our guide is packed with tips and tricks to help you squeeze every ounce of ghoulish fun out of your visit. Plus, we've got the inside scoop on all the limited-time-only bone-chilling activities happening across the parks! Get the Halloween at Disney World: DFB's Spook-tacular Guide to make your frightfully delightful adventure even more magical! 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There are plenty of reasons to buy a ticket to EPCOT After Hours. Shorter waits for rides? Yes. Fewer people standing between us and another spin on Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind? Absolutely. Included Mickey Bars? We have never been known to turn down ice cream. But if you’re planning to attend EPCOT After Hours, there’s one reservation we’re making before we start strategizing our ride order. France Pavilion Dinner. At 7 PM. That might seem like a strange way to begin an event that’s largely about squeezing as much as possible into a few very expensive hours. But hear us out, because eating dinner right when you enter EPCOT might actually help you get MORE out of your After Hours ticket. You Can Enter EPCOT at 7 PM EPCOT After Hours officially runs from 9:30 PM to 12:30 AM on select nights in 2026. However, your After Hours ticket gets you into EPCOT beginning at 7 PM, and you don’t need separate park admission or a park reservation if you’re entering at or after that time. That gives you two and a half hours before the actual event begins. Regular EPCOT guests are still in the park during this period, so this isn’t necessarily when we’re trying to speed-run every attraction. Instead, we’re using that overlap time for the things we’d rather NOT spend our limited After Hours window doing. Namely, dinner. Presentation is stunning If we can get into EPCOT at 7 PM, head directly to a restaurant, eat a proper meal, and finish up before 9 PM or so, we’re fed, caffeinated if necessary, and ready to go when the park starts clearing out. Now our three official After Hours hours belong to Guardians, Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure, Frozen Ever After, Test Track, and, obviously, Living with the Land. Living with the Land The Free Snacks Are Great, But They Aren’t Dinner One of the perks included with EPCOT After Hours is unlimited access to select snacks and drinks at participating carts. Disney currently lists popcorn, ice cream novelties, and select bottled beverages among the included options. We enjoy all three. We also do not want to discover at 11:17 PM that our dinner consisted of Diet Coke, popcorn, and two Mickey Premium Bars. After Hours Snacks! The included snacks are excellent for keeping you going throughout the event. Grab some popcorn on the way from Spaceship Earth to Cosmic Rewind. Pick up an ice cream sandwich after Frozen Ever After. Take a bottled drink for the hike across World Showcase. But we’d think of them as snacks, not a replacement for an actual meal. Mickey Ice Cream Sandwich After Hours runs until 12:30 AM. If you arrive at 7 PM and haven’t eaten dinner beforehand, that’s a long night to power entirely with frozen novelties. We Don’t Want To Waste the Short Lines This is really the deciding factor for us, and there’s another wrinkle here that makes that 7 PM dinner reservation even smarter. A lot of EPCOT’s dining options aren’t sticking around for the entire After Hours event. Much of World Showcase operates on regular park hours, which means plenty of restaurants, food booths, and other spots will begin closing as the park shuts down to daytime guests. By the time After Hours officially kicks off, your dinner choices are considerably slimmer than they were a few hours earlier. And that’s a shame because World Showcase is where some of EPCOT’s most appealing dinner options live. Via Napoli in EPCOT’s Italy pavilion If we’re entering with our After Hours ticket at 7 PM, we’d rather use that early-entry window to take advantage of the full EPCOT dining lineup while it’s still available. Have dinner in World Showcase, grab that meal you were actually looking forward to, and get it handled before the park starts transitioning into the special event. Then, when After Hours begins, food is no longer competing with ride time. Sauce Flight That matters because EPCOT After Hours tickets aren’t cheap, and the biggest perk is the limited capacity and resulting shorter waits at popular attractions. We don’t want to spend 30, 45, or 60 minutes of that precious event window hunting for something substantial to eat, especially when many of the restaurants we’d actually choose have already closed. We want those hours for as many attractions as we can cram into the night. Wagyu Tataki So, the strategy is pretty simple: eat at 7 PM when all of EPCOT is still your dining oyster. Ride after 9:30 PM when the shorter waits become the main attraction. The complimentary popcorn and Mickey Bars can keep us fueled from there. There Is One Catch A 7 PM dinner reservation does require a little restraint. EPCOT has some excellent table-service restaurants, and it is VERY easy for dinner to turn into a two-hour production. If our reservation isn’t until 7:45 PM, the restaurant is running behind, and we’re lingering over dessert at 9:30 PM, we’ve defeated our own strategy. Monsieur Paul For an After Hours night, we’re looking for something relatively efficient. We’d aim for a reservation as close to 7 PM as possible, arrive at EPCOT right when event guests are allowed inside, and avoid turning dinner into the main event. There’s another option, too. You could grab a substantial quick-service meal instead and skip the reservation entirely. La Poutinerie The goal is the same: eat before After Hours starts. Our EPCOT After Hours Game Plan If we’re buying an EPCOT After Hours ticket, this is how we’re approaching the night. Enter EPCOT at 7 PM. Eat dinner. Wander World Showcase or knock out something low priority while regular park crowds are still around. Maybe catch the Luminous fireworks show if that’s important to your group. Disney specifically notes that early-entry guests can see EPCOT’s nighttime spectacular before After Hours begins. After Hours Fireworks Then, when 9:30 PM arrives? We ride. The popcorn can come with us. EPCOT After Hours is expensive, so we want those three limited-capacity hours doing the things that make the ticket worth buying in the first place. For us, that means shorter attraction waits, a delightfully uncrowded EPCOT, and as many rides as our increasingly confused inner ears will permit. Cosmic Rewind Dinner can have the 7 PM slot. So, we can make sure we get one more ride on Guardians at 9:30 PM. Stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for more Disney tips and tricks! I’m About to Cancel ALL of My EPCOT Restaurant Reservations for One Critical Reason Read More About Disney After Hours Events I Tried After Hours at Disney’s Hollywood Studios and There Are Two Things I’d Do Differently Next TimeHURRY! 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We’ve done it all at this year’s EPCOT Food & Wine Festival, and we’re here to tell you exactly what’s worth your money and what you can skip. EPCOT Food and Wine Festival Passport Stick around, because we’ve also got tips on catching your favorite bands, dodging the crowds, and getting the most out of a day in EPCOT. Check out our new video: We Ate EVERYTHING at EPCOT’s Food & Wine Festival 2026 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

We’ve got some pretty shocking news out of Disney Springs that you need to know about, because it very well could affect your upcoming vacation. Wolfgang Puck Bar and Grill Some of our favorite restaurants in all of Walt Disney World Resort are located in Disney Springs. You can find basically any style of food you’re looking for, or snack around at various spots throughout the day. However, it’s just been confirmed that a popular restaurant is closing down PERMANENTLY. We heard a rumor just minutes ago that Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill, located in the Town Center part of Disney Springs, would be closing permanently in September. We headed over to the restaurant immediately to chat with Cast Members, and while the Cast Member we spoke to couldn’t tell us much information, it was confirmed that the restaurant will be closing next month. Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill The Disney World website currently doesn’t reflect any changes, as normal operating hours are showing as far as the calendar currently goes, which is October 29th. There has been no official announcement on what day the restaurant is looking to close. Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill The restaurant originated in California and is known for its dishes with Mediterranean influences and innovative takes on comfort food classics. It’s laid-back, like many parts of California, and is one of the few restaurants in Disney Springs that offers a true brunch menu. The restaurant is moderately priced, with most meals costing between $15 and $35. Some of our favorite items on the menu are the Bruschetta, the Traditional Fettuccine Alfredo, and the Giant Warm Chocolate Chip Cookie is something to dream about. Open kitchen If you’re looking to experience this spot before the closure, we recommend booking a reservation sooner rather than later to be on the safe side. More Recent Disney Springs News! 17 Disney World Restaurants CHANGED This WeekNEWS: Disney Springs Restaurant Permanently ClosingThe Only Disney Springs Brunch That Comes With A FREE MimosaWhy Disney Fans Are RUNNING To Disney Springs Labor Day WeekendNEWS: LEVEL99 Just Made a Major Change at Disney World We’ll continue to research this closure and bring you the latest news, so be sure to stay tuned to DFB! REVIEW: After One Bite, We Were Hooked On This Disney World Restaurant 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 How do you feel about this restaurant closing? Tell us in the comments! View the full article

Since we’re the Disney Food Blog, we know one or two things about Disney World dining — the best snacks in the parks and at the resorts, where to find the best hidden gems, and how to get the best bang for your buck! Nomad Lounge Churros There are very few places to get brunch in Disney World, but there is one we are particularly fond of. And it’s not only because the food is delicious and the atmosphere is stunning, but it’s also because you can get FREE mimosas — that’s a win-win in my book! When Jellyrolls closed in 2025, we were devastated to say goodbye to the dueling pianos and the jovial vibes. But we were ECSTATIC when we learned that The BOATHOUSE at Disney Springs would be hosting The Captain’s Sing-Along Brunch with dueling pianos, a vast menu, and specialty drinks. And the best part about this brunch? It includes FREE mimosas! The BOATHOUSE This brunch is currently offered on weekends from 10 AM until 3 PM, and the dueling pianos play from 11 AM until 2 PM. You can enjoy a delicious meal on the water and even watch the Amphicars drive into the water if you get a spot outside! The BOATHOUSE Amphicars The BOATHOUSE has a nautical theme with decor, pictures, Cast Members in nautical uniforms, and, of course, the restaurant being on the water. There’s even a special table inside that’s in a real boat! Which brings us to how to get free mimosas… The Boat Table! If you come to brunch and wear a captain’s hat or a BOATHOUSE shirt, you can get a FREE mimosa! Play into the restaurant’s vibes while getting a free drink at the same time? Count me in! This special is limited to one per guest during your meal. Pearmosa! Brunch at The BOATHOUSE also offers a unique twist on their beloved dinner rolls. These are the same rolls served during lunch and dinner but are topped with a cinnamon icing! Because of the icing and the flavor, they reminded us of a warm cinnamon roll, which is DELICIOUS! It’s also served with whipped butter on the side. The rolls with cinnamon icing! They also offer a variety of entrees, including Shrimp & Grits, Avocado Toast, Crabcakes Benedict, Steak and Eggs, Breakfast Tacos, and Belgian Waffles! Shrimp & Grits at The BOATHOUSE So, if you’re looking for a brunch with a gorgeous waterside view, love live music and pianos with your meal, and are a fan of free drinks, The BOATHOUSE is the perfect option for you! REVIEW: Can All Disney World Brunches Give You Free Stuff For Dressing Up? Follow us at the Disney Food Blog for more Disney World news, updates, tips, and tricks! 3 Disney Springs Restaurants with the Best Happy Hour Deals, According to Fans 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 had brunch at The BOATHOUSE? Let us know in the comments below! View the full article

The United Kingdom Beer Cart is serving up a specialty cocktail for this year’s EPCOT Food & Wine Festival! Time for a drink! The 2026 EPCOT Food & Wine Festival has officially opened, and it has a LOT to offer. There are plenty of food booths with tasty items, merchandise items to grab (of course), and even concerts to watch. But don’t let it overwhelm you, we’ve got you covered with everything you need to know. And now we’re heading to the UK Beer Cart to check out a special drink. Menu The special Festival drink this year at the UK Beer Cart is a Sparkling Cucumber-Gin Cocktail. 2026 Menu Now that we’ve taken a look at the menu, let’s check out the drink. Drinks The Sparkling Cucumber-Gin Cocktail is made with Fords Gin, Blackberry Brandy, Cucumber Syrup, Minute Maid® Premium Lemonade, and Maschio Prosecco, and is priced at $17.50. Sparkling Cucumber-Gin Cocktail This drink is refreshing with the perfect amount of bubbles! It’s got strong blackberry and cucumber flavors that work together very well, which was pleasantly surprising. Each sip ends with a nice taste of citrusy gin rather than floral notes, and we’d totally get it again, especially on a hot summer day. OVERALL Lots of people may walk right past this spot and don’t expect it to have such a great offering for Food & Wine, but this is your warning to NOT skip this spot if you’re looking for a delicious drink that’ll be great for a summer day during the festival. A fantastic drink! That’s it for this booth, but there’s a LOT more where that came from! Click here to see FULL reviews of EVERY. SINGLE. BOOTH. at the Food & Wine Festival! Trying to plan the PERFECT trip to the 2026 EPCOT Food & Wine Festival? We’ll be keeping you updated on all of the latest. Click our links below for the information you need to know: Learn about the Eat to the Beat Concert Series and Dining Packages Check out ALL of the 2026 Food & Wine Booth Menus And don’t forget to pick up our 2026 EPCOT Food & Wine Festival e-book! See more details about the book below. 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! What items from this booth would you most want to try? Tell us in the comments! View the full article

Labor Day is almost here, but did you know you can catch some of the sales early on Amazon? We love this set! We’re sharing some of our favorite finds that we can’t live without on Amazon. From LEGO sets to Loungeflys and even some Crocs, we found some of the best deals up to 40% off! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Pixar Luxo Jr. LEGO Set LEGO Luxo Lamp This is one of our favorite LEGO sets because it’s such a great addition to any room. It’s a super cool display piece, and you can recreate Luxo Jr.’s bouncing and hopping movements. You can even leave it on top of the Pixar ball, which is pretty cool for a LEGO set. It’s currently 20% off. SHOP NOW Simple Modern 40 oz Tumbler ©Amazon Coming in at 20% off, you can grab this Mickey tumbler! If you look closer, you can see Mickey heads with a sleep, black-on-black look. We use these in the Disney Parks or at home to keep the magic alive. SHOP NOW Women’s Disney Minnie Mouse & Daisy Sandals ©Amazon Don’t these look so comfy? They’re 35% off and are great slippers to use around the house or bring with you to your Disney World hotel when you want to walk around the lobby grabbing ice cream. They’re super cute and comfy; what’s there not to love? SHOP NOW Disney Princess Loungefly Book Classics Princess Books Loungefly This Loungefly is for the readers and is 26% off! It features books based on Disney Princesses (or their original fairy tales), and we love the bright colors and the way the animal friends are reading them. SHOP NOW Minnie Mouse Checkered Loungefly ©Amazon We love mini backpacks because they’re the perfect size for carrying all our essentials without lugging around a massive bag. The light pink is so pretty, and there’s a subtle checkered pattern when you look closer. It’s also 40% off, which is hard to beat. SHOP NOW In the meantime, make sure you keep following Disney Food Blog for more of our favorite Disney finds that you won’t want to miss. View the full article

While there are several major projects currently under construction in Disney World, including Piston Peak, Monstropolis, and Tropical Americas, there are arguably none more anticipated than Villains Land. After all, a full Magic Kingdom realm dedicated to Disney’s antagonists has been a major want of many fans since it was first rumored in the late 1990s! ©Disney Since Disney first confirmed the project and released early concept art back in 2024, the company has slowly dripped out news on the land’s design concepts, culminating in confirmation of the land’s official name — Villains Land (really) — the land’s overall story, ride themes, and other elements at the 2026 D23 Ultimate Fan Event. However, these latest looks have us wondering something about the land. According to Disney’s newly released story synopsis for the area, Villains Land will offer an “original take” on the company’s antagonists, set in a “vast, foreboding forest.”  Guests who enter will “come across a Wishing Well that’s been torn asunder.  Under most circumstances, a Wishing Well would indicate pure and good energy at work, but something dark happened to this one.  Once upon a time, someone made an evil wish here – a wish so evil it corrupted the stone and broke open the structure, spreading the Well’s poisoned magic throughout the forest.” This release of poisoned magic will, in turn, draw in “villains who have come here to try and claim the last of the Wishing Well’s power.” ©Disney The land will be home to two major attractions: A large Maleficent coaster, which will have guests come face-to-face with the Mistress of All Evil herself, as they “race through enchanted briar surrounding her frightening mountaintop fortress.” ©Disney A dark ride featuring a cavalcade of Disney Villains in which the Magic Mirror will “magically transport [guests] into his mystical Mirror Realm to see things on the other side of the mirror.  There, in his ethereal realm, [guests] will be transfixed by countless Disney Villains conjured in ways only the Magic Mirror can do. A combination of special effects and physical set pieces will bring his Mirror Realm.” ©Disney In addition to these details — and a video preview of the coaster model — Disney also had a physical model of a tree from the forest on hand at D23. Looking at their craggy and detailed dark designs, we were quite impressed… until we started thinking about what Villains Land will look like in the daytime. The Maleficent coaster model After all, the land will be outdoors, so it can’t be swathed in the eternal darkness that the story synopsis or concept art suggests. Will the daytime sunlight make the land’s imposing architecture and design look less threatening? Well, perhaps Disney’s biggest competitor can give us some clarity. The Dark Forest Model at D23 2026 Universal also has a new land themed to monstrous characters: Dark Universe. Like Villains Land, this Epic Universe area — a portal in the park’s parlance — is dedicated to the legendary film antagonists, in this case the Universal Monsters. Also, like Villains Land, Dark Universe has an in-depth backstory and an architectural style with thematic touches that (in case the name didn’t give it away) play better at night. The Portal to Dark Universe Take, for example, the Burning Blade Tavern… The Burning Blade Tavern … or the central Well of Darkmoor, used to feed the vampires who live underneath the land, which can look somewhat muted in the day… The Well of Darkmoor … yet both of which look significantly more imposing as the sun goes down. Dark Universe Given how Disney has presented Villains Land, wondering if the land may suffer the same issue seems to be a legitimate question to ask. Stay tuned to DFB for more information on Villains Land and Disney’s other projects. 5 Rejected Disney World Ideas We Need To Talk About 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 you most looking forward to about Villains Land? Let us know in the comments below! View the full article

The Norway Cart is joining the EPCOT Food & Wine Festival as a bonus location this year! Time for a new treat! The 2026 EPCOT Food & Wine Festival has officially opened, and it has a LOT to offer. There are plenty of food booths with tasty items, merchandise items to grab (of course), and even concerts to watch. But don’t let it overwhelm you, we’ve got you covered with everything you need to know. And now we’re heading to the Norway Cart to check out a special Festival item. Menu Over at the Norway Cart there’s one special item for this year’s EPCOT Food & Wine Festival — Caramel Cream and Gjetost Norwegian Brown Cheese Bolle. If you’re not sure what a Bolle is, it’s a filled sweet bread, and Gjetost is a type of cheese. We’re ready! Now that we’ve taken a look at the menu, let’s dive into the food itself! Eats The Caramel Cream and Gjetost Norwegian Brown Cheese Bolle is new for 2026 at the Food & Wine Festival! It’ll cost you $5.49. Caramel Cream and Gjetost Norwegian Brown Cheese Bolle To call this treat interesting and unique is an understatement. The bread is the classic, beloved soft bun we love from Norway. It’s moist, it’s fresh, and the caramel cream on the inside was nice and light, both in texture and in caramel flavor. It was plenty to let you know that the flavor of caramel was there, but it was far from overwhelming. The inside However, the piece of Gjetost cheese on the top totally threw us for a loop. It was incredibly thick, so much so that it coated our mouths unpleasantly, and the taste was so strongly savory that it was a stark difference from the sweetness of the rest of the treat. Our reporter didn’t feel that the flavors went well together, mixing a heavy, thick slice of cheese with light caramel cream, but if you’re someone who really enjoys contrasting flavors in a treat, it may be right up your alley. OVERALL While this certainly wouldn’t be a stop we’d swing by again to grab this Food & Wine treat, you can also find the classic School Bread treat here, instead of having to get in the sometimes long line for Kringla, and that’s a treat we’ll rave about for years to come. We’ve got a feeling the Caramel Cream and Gjetost Norwegian Brown Cheese Bolle really isn’t going to be for everyone, so unless you know you enjoy really complex, contrasting flavors, we’d recommend skipping this one. That’s it for this booth, but there’s a LOT more where that came from! Click here to see FULL reviews of EVERY. SINGLE. BOOTH. at the Food & Wine Festival! Trying to plan the PERFECT trip to the 2026 EPCOT Food & Wine Festival? We’ll be keeping you updated on all of the latest. Click our links below for the information you need to know: Learn about the Eat to the Beat Concert Series and Dining Packages Check out ALL of the 2026 Food & Wine Booth Menus And don’t forget to pick up our 2026 EPCOT Food & Wine Festival e-book! See more details about the book below. 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! What items from this booth would you most want to try? Tell us in the comments! View the full article

One of our favorite parts about being a Disney+ subscriber is the special perks that are released throughout the year. ©Disney+ There are usually new perks every month, and during the summer months, there have been numerous perks released multiple times a month. Yes, this means that not only can you watch hundreds of movies and TV shows with a few taps of a remote, but you can get additional opportunities and experiences just by being a subscriber. There are three new perks out right now that you won’t want to miss, especially if you love cruising! For those who love setting sail with Disney Cruise Line, this is a sweepstakes you’ve gotta check out! You can now enter for a chance to win a seven-night Disney Cruise Line vacation aboard the Disney Treasure for you and three guests! Airfare and a one-night hotel stay, if applicable, are also included. You can enter daily from August 28th through September 25th. ©Disney+ Do you love music and prefer listening to it without ads? We’re the same way, and that’s why we’re stoked about this Spotify Premium deal! Eligible new users who haven’t previously tried Spotify Premium can enjoy a three-month trial of Spotify Premium Individual with their Disney+ subscription. After the trial ends, membership continues for $12.99 per month unless canceled. This perk is available beginning August 28th. ©Disney+ Don’t forget that you can also add a little mystery to your digital pin collection every month with a Mystery Capsule containing an Open Edition digital pin from Disney Pinnacle by Dapper Labs! Other perks that are currently available for the month of August are: Chance to win a trip to the CFP Quarterfinal at the Rose Bowl Game Chance to win a private screening of Marvel Studios’ Avengers: Doomsday in RealD 3D Get $40 off CLEAR+ Get free Park Hopper benefits and save up to 25% on rooms at Walt Disney World when you purchase select 4-night, 4-day room-and-ticket packages with Disney Resorts Collection during the upcoming holiday season Get started at Planet Fitness for $1 down and get one month free 20% off across Funko.com 20% off across Loungefly.com ©Disney+ We’ll be sure to keep you updated on all the latest Disney news and ways to save on your upcoming vacations, so stay tuned to DFB! Everything Coming to Disney+ in September 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 of these perks are you most excited for? Tell us in the comments! View the full article

Every week, we report the average Disney World wait times in every park so that you can be prepared for your next trip to Orlando! Slinky Dog Dash at Disney’s Hollywood Studios Disney World wait times have a reputation for being, well, unpredictable, and that’s especially true during the summer season. Disney World’s wait times continued to hover on the lower end as summer comes to a close, with only 3 rides averaging waits over 60 minutes. Magic Kingdom Wait Times Racing through TRON Lightcycle / Run — 51 minutes Seven Dwarfs Mine Train — 41 minutes Peter Pan’s Flight — 34 minutes Tiana’s Bayou Adventure — 29 minutes Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin — 29 minutes Big Thunder Mountain Railroad — 29 minutes Space Mountain — 28 minutes Jungle Cruise — 26 minutes Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh — 25 minutes Haunted Mansion — 19 minutes Enchanted Tales with Belle — 14 minutes Dumbo the Flying Elephant — 13 minutes Astro Orbiter — 12 minutes Tomorrowland Speedway — 12 minutes “it’s a small world” The Hall of Presidents — 12 minutes Mickey’s PhilharMagic — 11 minutes Pirates of the Caribbean — 11 minutes Barnstormer featuring the Great Goofini — 10 minutes Under the Sea — Journey of the Little Mermaid — 9 minutes “it’s a small world” — 9 minutes Monsters, Inc. Laugh Floor — 9 minutes Mad Tea Party Enchanted Tiki Room — 9 minutes Country Bear Jamboree — 9 minutes Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover — 7 minutes Magic Carpets of Aladdin — 7 minutes Mad Tea Party — 6 minutes Prince Charming Regal Carrousel Prince Charming Regal Carrousel — 6 minutes Swiss Family Treehouse — 4 minutes 3 NEW Restaurants, Attraction Overhauls, and Food and Wine Festival Updates — Every Major Disney Announcement You Missed EPCOT Wait Times Test Track Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind — 69 minutes Test Track — 63 minutes Frozen Ever After — 48 minutes Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure — 43 minutes Soarin’ Across America — 21 minutes Soarin’ Across America Mission: SPACE — 16 minutes Impressions de France — 15 minutes Turtle Talk with Crush — 14 minutes Spaceship Earth — 12 minutes Canada Far and Wide — 10 minutes Reflections of China — 10 minutes Living with the Land — 8 minutes The Seas with Nemo and Friends — 9 minutes Journey into Imagination — 7 minutes Beauty and the Beast Sing-Along — 6 minutes Gran Fiesta Tour — 6 minutes Could This NEW Disney World Permit Be For The 2026 EPCOT Food & Wine Festival? Animal Kingdom Wait Times Animal Kingdom at night Avatar Flight of Passage — 46 minutes Na’vi River Journey — 34 minutes Kali River Rapids — 29 minutes Kali River Rapids in Disney’s Animal Kingdom Kilimanjaro Safaris — 22 minutes Expedition Everest — 21 minutes Zootopia: Better Zoogether — 11 minutes REVIEW: We Need MORE Snacks Like This at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Hollywood Studios Wait Times Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets Slinky Dog Dash — 65 minutes Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets — 49 minutes Rise of the Resistance — 44 minutes Toy Story Mania — 41 minutes Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway — 37 minutes Tower of Terror — 33 minutes Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run — 26 minutes Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway Alien Swirling Saucers — 21 minutes Star Tours — 5 minutes Walt Disney Presents had no wait times this week. I Go to Disney World Every Week. These Are My Must-Dos in Magic Kingdom When It’s Too Dang Hot! Stay tuned to DFB for more updates from Disney World! Don’t want to go through all of the stress of booking your Disney World trip alone? Reach out to our friends at Small World Vacations! Their experienced agents monitor your reservation for possible future savings, 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. 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 How long would you wait for your favorite ride? Let us know in the comments below! View the full article

Get ready to set your alarm — fans of Disney Halloween merch won’t want to miss this release! ©Disney Every Halloween season, we’re practically glued to our screens, checking out the latest merch drop online at the Disney Store. With so many cute and unique offerings, it’s no wonder Disney fans from far and wide flock to the website to try to get their hands on these new souvenirs! This year, Disney is releasing a new Halloween Advent calendar, and we’re fairly certain it’s going to be especially popular! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Snag this new Mickey-themed Halloween pin calendar! ©Disney The new Mickey & Friends Pin Advent Calendar drops online at the Disney Store on September 1st, 2026, at 8 AM PT! ©Disney This 13-day Halloween-themed calendar is a super-collectible, as it’ll feature a different themed pin in each numbered window! Over the span of 13 days, you can open up a window and reveal your new mystery pin… or, if you’re feeling impatient, open them all up at once! ©Disney You’ll be able to collect pins featuring Mickey and his pals in Halloween costumes — making this an awesome seasonal add! Disney fans don’t kid around with pin collecting, so if you’re interested in picking up the calendar, make sure you’re ready to add this to your cart right when it drops on September 1st! SHOP ONLINE AT THE DISNEY STORE Do you plan on picking up this souvenir? Let us know in the comments and continue to follow us here at DFB for more Disney souvenir finds! View the full article

These days, there are a lot of electronics that are essential to a Walt Disney World vacation. Smartphones, MagicBands, smartwatches, iPads, etc. This can lead to an overwhelming amount of wires and plugs in a family’s hotel room. Flat Plug Power Strip That’s where this Amazon find comes in! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. This Power Strip Is a Hotel Room Essential Flat Plug Power Strip This flat power strip features 3 outlets, 2 USB-A ports, and 2 USB-C ports, which can charge up to 7 devices at the same time without taking up a large amount of counter or nightstand space. Plus, the multiple different inputs mean it can charge pretty much any kind of modern electronic, from phones and tablets to watches and earbuds. Flat Power Strip This makes it perfect for a Disney hotel room, where outlet space is often at a premium, especially on family vacations. It will definitely make your trip easier if you’re traveling with a large group. Of course, it also works just as well at home, and is more than worth the purchase in that regard if you have a large family. Admittedly, it may not be quite as essential if you’re traveling solo or as a couple. SHOP HERE If you’re staying at a Disney World hotel with a larger group anytime soon, you may want to get over to Amazon and grab this power strip ASAP. Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney Essentials! View the full article

It’s time to CELEBRATE, and celebrate BIG, because a popular transportation option in Disney World is finally back open. Back open! Over at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort, you’re located in the EPCOT Resorts area, meaning you’re super close to a bunch of other hotels and delicious dining options (not to mention EPCOT itself). For weeks now, the boat dock near Disney’s Yacht Club has been closed for refurbishment, and it took a little longer than expected to complete. We’ve got great news though — it’s finally back open! It’s true! The boat dock closed on August 17th for refurbishment and was scheduled to be available again on August 22nd. However, that wasn’t the case. We checked on the 22nd, and the boat dock was still closed. Finally, today, August 29th, we can confirm that it’s back open! It’s a few days late, but hey, that’s okay! We’re just thrilled it’s back open now. The dock is back open! During the closure, it was recommended that you walk to EPCOT’s International Gateway to get to the park, or then take the Skyliner nearby to get to Disney’s Hollywood Studios. You could also walk to one of the other FriendShip boat spots at the BoardWalk Inn and/or the Swan & Dolphin hotel docks. However, now that the boat dock is back open, there’s no need to stress about needing to find alternate transportation. We’re so happy it’s back open! When we were in the area on August 22nd, we could see that the top wooden planks had been removed, and the structural beams underneath were covered with plywood, so it didn’t look anywhere near being ready. A Cast Member confirmed that construction workers found more damage than anticipated and expected it to be closed for another week, even though the Disney World website listed the dock as open. We’re so glad it was all able to be fixed and is now safe for guests once again. It looks great! Looking for more recent construction news? Check out our posts below. More Recent Construction News! One of Our Favorite Disney World Hotel Perks Is BACKNEW Permits Filed for Changes at 3 Disney World RidesThis Disney World Hotel Restaurant CLOSES Next WeekDisney Reveals FIRST LOOK at the New Lakeshore Lodge Hotel RoomsBREAKING: OPENING DATE Announced for Disney’s NEW Lakeshore Lodge Hotel We’ll be sure to keep you updated on all the latest Disney World news and construction updates, so stay tuned to DFB! Disney Drops NEW Behind-the-Scenes Look at Several Park Expansion Projects 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 construction project are you most looking forward to being completed in Disney World? Tell us in the comments! View the full article

Can you really ever have too many park bags? Between the Loungeflys, the Dooney & Bourke bags, the Vera Bradley bags…well, they’re all so much fun and have such unique designs. We’ll admit we’re the type of people who might have a different park bag every day, depending on our mood…and outfit. ©Disney But at some point, we have to stop, but we’ll stop TOMORROW, because two new park bags just dropped at The Disney Store, and well…you know we gotta’ have ’em! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Get the Mickey Mouse Red Backpack by BÉIS ©Disney So this backpack could be the PERFECT day bag because it has just about everything you need: a cup holder on the side for your water bottle, a side slip pocket for your phone, cushioned straps, and a front pocket for your smaller essentials. Plus, it has a fun Mickey suede patch applique on the front. GET AT THE DISNEY STORE Buy the Mickey Mouse Denim Backpack by BÉIS ©Disney You can also get this same backpack style in a nice light blue denim. It has all the same features as the red bag, which also includes a hidden zipper pocket under the top flap, BÉIS branded delayed theft zip pulls, a padded laptop pocket, and more. This would also make for a great travel bag for the airport. GET AT 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

When we’re at EPCOT, we love walking over to the Yacht Club for great coastal food and stunning water views. Seriously, what’s better than a yummy dinner followed by a sunset over Crescent Lake? Filet Mignon at Yachtsman Steakhouse One of our favorite restaurants at Yacht Club closed back in May, and it left us craving their signature bread and juicy steaks. But we have some great news – Yachtsman Steakhouse FINALLY reopened today! Yachtsman Steakhouse closed on May 11th for a refresh, and it just reopened today! We’re super excited to dine at the restaurant soon and get a closer look at all the new upgrades from the refresh. Yachtsman Steakhouse Even if the restaurant looks different, Yachtsman Steakhouse still has the same exact menu as before, and we can’t wait to eat some of our favorites. For appetizers, we love the Signature Bread, Lobster Bisque, and Caesar Salad. For your entree, you can’t go wrong with any of the steaks at this popular steakhouse! And if you’re feeling dessert, the Berries and Cream blew us away. The menu If you can’t get a table at this super-popular restaurant, head to the Crews Cup Lounge next door for some of the same menu items. This includes the Lobster Bisque for $19, Caesar Salad for $16, and the Yachtsman Signature Bread for $8. Crew’s Cup Lounge is themed after a port outpost with a cozy seafaring atmosphere, thanks to wooden detailing and lanterns, similar to the vibe of Yachtsman Steakhouse. The Crew’s Cup Lounge We’ll be sure to keep you updated on restaurant closures and reopenings in Disney World. Stay tuned to Disney Food Blog for more Disney news! 5 Disney World Restaurants Everyone Will Be Booking in 2027 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 eaten at Yachtsman Steakhouse before? Comment below! View the full article

Heads up, Disney Foodies! If you’re heading to EPCOT’s International Food & Wine Festival, you need to prepare! The EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival Right now, you can find everything you need to build a perfect Food & Wine starter kit for the fall! SHOP ALL OUR FOOD & WINE ESSENTIALS HERE We Found the PERFECT Food & Wine Loungefly ©Amazon What better bag to use at the Food & Wine Festival than Remy – – himself, a modern icon of EPCOT – – surrounded by a plethora of delicious food?! This faux leather bag features adjustable shoulder straps, a sturdy top handle, a front zipped pocket with an enamel zipper charm, an appliqué, spinning rivet, scented and printed details, and coordinating interior lining SHOP HERE Reusable Snack Bags are Key for Leftovers ©Amazon A key part of planning for the Food & Wine Festival is planning for leftovers! These reusable bags are heat- and cold-resistant and leakproof, making them ideal for carrying leftovers from the best Food & Wine booths. SHOP HERE For Further Leftovers, there’s the PackIt ©Amazon This small cooler features PackIt’s patented ECOFREEZE Technology with freezable gel built into the walls, turning this insulated bag into a mini freezable cooler bag that keeps snacks and drinks cool for hours without the need for ice packs. SHOP HERE Stay Cool with this JISULIFE Fan The JISULIFE Fan This USB-powered fan is actually 3 products in one, as it also functions as a flashlight and an emergency power bank. It’s also foldable, making it easily portable to carry everywhere, including theme parks. It’s essential for the Food & Wine Festival, and cheaper than the counterparts sold within the parks. This fan truly has it all as far as we’re concerned. It’s multifunctional, rechargeable, and doubles as a flashlight and device charger. Plus, it’s very compact, especially compared to larger and bulkier models that are tough to carry around. This one folds nicely to take up as little space in your bag as possible. Anyone who’s not used to the Florida humidity should especially consider it. SHOP HERE Your Hands Will Thank You for Using this Hand Sanitizer ©Amazon A collaboration between Disney & Touchland, this set features Vanilla Blossom hydrating hand sanitizer in a timeless Disney’s Minnie Mouse holder, complete with a metal keyring that easily attaches to your keys, belt loop, or handbag, keeping your hand mist always within reach. It’ll keep your hands clean after any and all sticky festival meals. SHOP HERE Keep Your Phone Powered with a FeulRod MAX10 FuelRod Max10 Whether you’re snapping pics of all your meals or keeping track of your “Must Try” list, a powered phone is imperative to a successful Food & Wine Festival. The latest iteration of the FuelRod – the MAX10 – comes fully charged, complete with adapters and cables for just about every notable smart device, and is rechargeable via USB-C. As always, the battery can be easily swapped for a fresh, fully charged unit at any FuelRod Kiosk nationwide. SHOP HERE Bring Your Own Reusable Utensils Reusable Travel Utensils Set A set of reusable utensils can definitely be a huge help when going through the park, trying each booth’s various offerings. Each set includes 4 pieces of cutlery made of a wheat straw material, each cast in a different color. SHOP HERE Our Go-To OWALA Water Bottle ©Amazon If you’re spending a full day at the Food & Wine festival, you NEED to stay hydrated. And no, beers, wines, and cocktails from the various food booths don’t count as staying hydrated by themselves. Available in many colorways, including several Disney Princess-related designs, the bottle is made from an insulated stainless-steel body and features a FreeSip spout designed for either sipping upright through the built-in straw or tilting back to swig from the spout opening. The bottle also features a protective push-to-open lid that keeps the spout clean, a convenient carry loop that doubles as a lock, and double-wall insulation that keeps drinks cold for up to 24 hours, a wide opening for cleaning and adding ice, and a cup holder-friendly base. SHOP HERE If you’re heading to the EPCOT Food & Wine Festival this year, you need to stock up on these essentials to make the most of your day. Stay tuned to DFB each week for more! SHOP ALL OUR FOOD & WINE ESSENTIALS HERE View the full article