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If you think you know about every single Disney World restaurant, you might be WRONG — there are some spots in a more secret or hidden Disney World location that people often forget about. Four Seasons Resort Orlando Pool For purposes of this post, we’re focusing on the Four Seasons Resort Orlando! This hotel is actually home to a character breakfast (on certain days) and some other unique amenities that people might not even know about. And if it’s a special brunch you’re after, the Four Seasons is the secret spot you might want to check out this spring. We already shared how brunch will be returning to Steakhouse 71 for Easter, but you’ll also be able to find an Easter brunch at the Four Seasons! In fact, there will be 2 limited-time Easter brunches available at The Four Seasons Orlando on Easter Sunday, April 9th, 2023. Four Seasons Resort Orlando First up, you’ll find an Easter brunch buffet at Capa Steakhouse. This is actually a first-time event for the restaurant. The menu will include a whole bunch of different things including a raw bar, a Mediterranean mezze spread, a cheese display, a carving station with prime rib and grilled rack of lamb, Spanish paella, and MUCH more. ©Four Seasons Plus, those with a sweet tooth can check out the berry pot de crème, coconut pannacotta, tiramisu, bunny carrot cupcakes, and macarons. And kiddos haven’t been left out of the mix. There will be a kids’ area with pigs in a blanket, cheese and pepperoni flatbreads, grilled salmon, Easter Rice Krispie treats, and Easter Bunny sugar cookies. Easter brunch will be available at Capa on April 9th from 10AM to 2PM. It’ll be priced at $150 per adult and $55 per child (ages 2-12). Stairwell to the lobby There will also be Easter celebrations at Plancha. This is a restaurant that is at the Four Seasons Golf and Sports Club Orlando clubhouse. Plancha will serve up Easter brunch with charcuterie, cheese, salad, seafood, sushi, adobo chicken, empanadas, fruit parfaits, a carving station with picanha and achiote-orange duck, and more. Plus, you’ll find omelets, pastries, cheese and pepperoni flatbreads, herb-roasted chicken, bacon and herb-crusted macaroni and cheese, and Easter Bunny brownies. Easter brunch at Plancha will be served on April 9th from 10AM to 4PM. It’s $110 per adult and $45 per child (ages 2-12). ©Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Reservations for Plancha and Capa are open to the public, so you don’t need to be staying at the Four Seasons to check out these spots. Granted, a meal at either of these will cost you a pretty penny, but if you’re looking for a unique way to celebrate the holiday, this might be something to splurge on. (Just be aware that parking is generally valet but some spots may validate so ask to see what the situation is like.) To learn more about the Easter treats at Disney World, click here. And stay tuned for the latest news. Click here to see some amazing Easter eggs you can spot in Disney World Need Disney Restaurant Advice? We’ve Got EVERYTHING You Need to Know The ONLY Disney Dining Planning Tool You’ll Need Is Here – Get the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining! See Our Complete Disney World Restaurants Guide Check Out the 19 Best Restaurants in Disney World in 2022 Our Top 50 All-Time Best Disney Dining Tips These Are the BEST Meals in Disney World for Under $15 Ranking Every Single Magic Kingdom Restaurant Ranking Every Single EPCOT Restaurant Ranking Every Single Restaurant in Disney’s Hollywood Studios Ranking Every Single Restaurant in Disney’s Animal Kingdom Ranking Every Single Restaurant in Disney Springs Ranking Every Single Restaurant in Disney World Hotels – Cheap Eats Edition Check Out Dozens of Disney Dining Tips and Tools Learn All About Tipping at Disney Restaurants How to Use Mobile Order in Disney World Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest Disney food news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Would you pay the big bucks for these brunches? Tell us in the comments. The post There’s a SECRET Brunch in Disney World...But It Won’t Be Around for Long! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Menu changes have hit Disney World restaurants left and right recently. The Polite Pig We’ve seen updates at Jaleo, the removal of 50th Anniversary snacks in quite a few locations, and more. But now another menu update has hit a popular Disney World spot. The Polite Pig (which is located in Disney Springs), shared some news about menu changes via Instagram. First up, there’s a NEW dessert on the menu. The new sweet treat is a cheesecake with a Meyer Lemon Curd and Fresh Berries. It definitely looks colorful! According to the online menu, it is $7. ©The Polite Pig via Instagram The Polite Pig has also announced that their new seasonal beer is Banana Foster. This appears to be in partnership with The Ravenous Pig Brewing Co. (The Polite Pig was created by the same folks behind The Ravenous Pig Restaurant and Brewing Company). ©The Polite Pig via Instagram So if you’re looking to grab some different snacks and drinks on your next Disney World trip, consider stopping by The Polite Pig to check these out. For more Disney menu updates, click here. And stay tuned for the latest news! Need Disney Restaurant Advice? We’ve Got EVERYTHING You Need to Know The ONLY Disney Dining Planning Tool You’ll Need Is Here – Get the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining! See Our Complete Disney World Restaurants Guide Check Out the 19 Best Restaurants in Disney World in 2022 Our Top 50 All-Time Best Disney Dining Tips These Are the BEST Meals in Disney World for Under $15 Ranking Every Single Magic Kingdom Restaurant Ranking Every Single EPCOT Restaurant Ranking Every Single Restaurant in Disney’s Hollywood Studios Ranking Every Single Restaurant in Disney’s Animal Kingdom Ranking Every Single Restaurant in Disney Springs Ranking Every Single Restaurant in Disney World Hotels – Cheap Eats Edition Check Out Dozens of Disney Dining Tips and Tools Learn All About Tipping at Disney Restaurants How to Use Mobile Order in Disney World Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest Disney food news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Will you be trying these new items? Tell us in the comments! The post 2 Menu CHANGES Hit The Polite Pig in Disney Springs first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Nneka Jones’ work joins that of other female artists, which is also displayed at the Disney Springs Art Walk. While the pieces themselves are amazing, knowing the stories behind the art always seems to add more to the experience. View the full article

Another Disney executive is GONE. ©Disney | Walt Disney Company Headquarters Earlier this year, Disney CEO Bob Iger announced that there would be 7,000 job cuts from Disney, and since that time we’ve seen some executives step down while others have been laid off. Now, we’ve got an update on one controversial executive within Disney who will be leaving. According to The New York Times, Isaac Perlmutter is the latest executive at Disney to be laid off as part of the job cuts sweeping the Company. Perlmutter was the Marvel Entertainment Chairman. This is a small division separate from Marvel Studios that mainly focuses on consumer products. Perlmutter was reportedly told that Marvel Entertainment was “redundant” and would be “folded into larger Disney business units.” ©Susan Walsh/Associated Press via The New York Times Perlmutter is described by the New York Times as being an “irascible and unrelenting executive” who has been “seen as a distraction inside Disney for more than a decade.” Interestingly, it was Perlmutter who had gained control of Marvel in the late 1990s and “expanded its merchandising business” by licensing many of its properties to movie studios. He then sold Marvel to Disney in 2009. His role within Marvel has diminished over the years and hasn’t been involved in any Marvel movies since 2015. At that time, Perlmutter reportedly had a fight with Kevin Feige over Doctor Strange costs. Perlmutter wanted to fire Feige, but Iger overruled him. Perlmutter later lost oversight of Marvel tv shows in 2019. Perlmutter’s job was ultimately limited to things like comics publishing, Marvel game licensing, some Marvel consumer products, and some superhero arena shows. ©Marvel Most recently, Perlmutter was caught up in the debate surrounding activist investor Nelson Peltz. As a reminder, Peltz sought a seat on the Board of Directors at Disney and began to mount a proxy battle to encourage investors to vote him onto the Board, after Disney refused to give him a seat. Peltz later ended the battle with Disney after Iger announced some big changes for the company (including job cuts and a $5.5 billion cut in spending). Perlmutter actually pushed for Peltz, his friend, to join the Board. He contacted Disney board members and senior executives six times between August 2022 and November 2022 to push for Peltz to join the Board. Since then, Perlmutter’s future at Disney has been a matter of internal debate “with most employees concluding that his days were numbered,” according to the New York Times. ©Disney According to The New York Times, Disney “arguably allowed Mr. Perlmutter to keep a fief long after it made financial sense to do so,” perhaps because he was a significant shareholder or perhaps because without him Disney would not have been able to buy Marvel. But he has a “zealousness for corporate frugality” that is well known. In the fall of 2022, he “demanded financial information related to Mr. Feige’s operation and questioned the decision to spend $200 million to make the sequel Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness.” ©Disney Perlmutter may have been at odds with Iger. In a CNBC interview about the issues with Peltz, the interviewer asked whether Perlmutter’s involvement with Peltz’s attempt to get on the board was being fueled by a potential feud between Perlmutter and Iger. Iger shared a bit about Disney’s history with Perlmutter, how Perlmutter had been “intent on firing Kevin Feige,” which Iger prevented, and how Iger eventually moved moviemaking away from Perlmutter. The interviewer asked whether that created some ill will between Iger and Perlmutter, to which Iger responded “He was not happy about it. And I think that unhappiness exists today. And you know, what the link is between that and Nelson, his relationship. I think that’s something that you can speculate about. I won’t.” ©D23 But, Perlmutter isn’t alone. Other executives from Marvel Entertainment have also been laid off, including Rob Steffens (co-president) and John Turitzin (chief counsel). President of Marvel Entertainment, Dan Buckley, will remain and report to Kevin Feige. We’ve seen a number of other executives cut from Disney recently. We will continue to keep an eye out for updates about how the job cuts at Disney impact key leaders in the Company. Stay tuned for the latest news. Click here to see what executive has stepped down as leadership changes take place Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! The post Controversial Executive Laid Off as Part of Disney’s 7,000 Job Cuts first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If you’re planning a Disney World trip, you need to be ready for the unexpected! Magic Kingdom Things like bad weather, illness, or random ride closures can impact your trip in unexpected ways. But one of the most surprising things that can happen to guests in the parks is a ride evacuation — and today we spotted one in progress in Disney World! During a regular visit, we noticed that the Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover was being evacuated in Magic Kingdom. The vehicles had stopped and Cast Members were assisting with getting guests off of the ride. PeopleMover stopped in Tomorrowland For this ride in particular, when the ride stops an announcement will be made over the intercom to let guests know to stay seated. Cast Members are dispatched along the ride track to help release you from the vehicles. After you’re released, the employees will escort you to the nearest exit. Cast Members arrive on the scene There are multiple exit points along the PeopleMover track, depending on where you’re stopped. This seems to be one of the more commonly evacuated rides, or at least one that we see evacuated more often than others (perhaps because it’s out in the open). Guests being evacuated Sometimes a ride evacuation will come with a complimentary Lightning Lane added to your account, but this isn’t a guarantee and it doesn’t always happen. Just remember to be respectful and polite to the Cast Members helping out if you ever find yourself in this situation! Stay tuned to DFB for more updates and news from the parks, including all the advice you need for your upcoming Disney World vacation! Disney World Tips and Advice for 2023 — Click Here! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 900 pages, the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! You'll get a Reference Guide, a 101 Plan, and a Printables and Resources Guide! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis; and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2023 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2023 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Have you ever been evacuated from a ride in Disney World? Tell us in the comments! The post PHOTOS: Watch a Popular Disney World Ride Get Evacuated first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

With the end of the 50th Anniversary on March 31st, Disney has been slowly phasing out some snacks that were initially introduced to celebrate that occasion. We’ve seen some snacks disappear altogether, while others are “replaced” by very similar offerings (generally the exact same snack without special 50th decorations). Let’s celebrate! We recently saw that one of our favorite 50th treats has gone MISSING in Disney’s Animal Kingdom, but there’s now a new treat on the menu to take its place. Come with us to find out whether this dinosaur-themed delight is as good as the treat we’ve lost. Some of the most underrated treats in Disney World are the ice cream sandwiches at Dino-Bite Snacks at Animal Kingdom. This snack spot often has seasonal flavors of ice cream sandwiches, and they debuted a special 50th anniversary version in October 2021. Dino-Bite Snacks The 50th anniversary treat was made up of Vanilla Ice Cream sandwiched between two House-Made Double Chocolate Chip Cookies, dunked in glittery Celebration Sprinkles, and topped with a 50th Anniversary Medallion. We thought this treat was sweet, simple, and delicious, with the perfect balance between chocolate and vanilla. 50th Celebration Ice Cream Sandwich So imagine our disappointment when we saw that it’s now GONE from the menu at Dino-Bite Snacks. How dare you take this away from us, Disney! It’s GONE In its place is the NEW Dino Dig Ice Cream Sandwich, for $7.29. (That’s a price increase from the 50th anniversary version — that one was $6.99.) Dino Dig Ice Cream Sandwich The Dino Dig Ice Cream Sandwich is made of Vanilla Ice Cream sandwiched between two Sugar Cookies, topped with Chocolate Sprinkles, Cookie Crumbles, Sugar Bones, and a White Chocolate Dinosaur. The decorations are meant to make this treat look like a dino fossil dig site! Don’t worry — it’s not covered in actual dirt. So how does this imposter stack up? YUM Well…as much as we wanted to hate this treat that replaced one of our favorite 50th snacks…we actually think the new version is really delicious too. (It’s not really a shocking turn of events — we’ve enjoyed just about every new ice cream sandwich we’ve found at this kiosk.) The cookies taste very fresh, and the ice cream is creamy and sweet. Super tasty We especially enjoyed the cookie crumbles on top. They helped add more texture to the cookies and brought in a little bit of the chocolate flavor that we miss from the 50th version of this snack. Tasty Cookie Crumbles The decorations on top are super fun and cute (albeit pretty much pure sugar, so they don’t add much to the flavor profile), so we think this would be a great treat for kiddos. Overall we’re not too sad about the change at Dino-Bite Snacks. We’ll miss our beloved 50th ice cream sandwich, but it’s fun to find new treats, too (especially when they’re equally tasty). Cute and delicious WE KNOW – there are SO many great snacks at Disney World! How do you choose (we don’t want to choose but will blow our budget on Day 1 otherwise)? We’ve got you covered! We have reviewed nearly EVERY snack available at Disney World, and we’ve written a series of DFB Guides about them! Check out our DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining + Snacks Bundle for all the details you need to plan your snackin’ and spending. You can even download them to your smartphone – it’ll be like we’re right there with you in the parks! Grab the DFB Guide! Keep following DFB for more updates on all the latest Disney news! Click here to check out the BEST desserts in Animal Kingdom! Need Disney Restaurant Advice? We’ve Got EVERYTHING You Need to Know The ONLY Disney Dining Planning Tool You’ll Need Is Here – Get the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining! See Our Complete Disney World Restaurants Guide Check Out the 19 Best Restaurants in Disney World in 2022 Our Top 50 All-Time Best Disney Dining Tips These Are the BEST Meals in Disney World for Under $15 Ranking Every Single Magic Kingdom Restaurant Ranking Every Single EPCOT Restaurant Ranking Every Single Restaurant in Disney’s Hollywood Studios Ranking Every Single Restaurant in Disney’s Animal Kingdom Ranking Every Single Restaurant in Disney Springs Ranking Every Single Restaurant in Disney World Hotels – Cheap Eats Edition Check Out Dozens of Disney Dining Tips and Tools Learn All About Tipping at Disney Restaurants How to Use Mobile Order in Disney World Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest Disney food news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Do you have a favorite treat in Animal Kingdom? Let us know in the comments! The post We Wanted To Hate This New Treat in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If you are looking for the least expensive accommodations at Walt Disney World, Disney World’s Value Resorts will help you stick to your budget. But how do you choose between two popular resorts? Today, we’ll take a look at Disney’s All-Star Music and Disney’s All-Star Sports hotels. Giant maracas at All-Star Music Both resorts offer unique themes and while they have many of the same amenities, there are also some differences that you should know about. We want to help stretch your vacation dollars because trips to Disney World can be costly. Not surprisingly, hotel expenses can take up a big portion of your travel budget. How do you make the right decision for your family? We give you all the details, so you can choose wisely between All-Star Music and All-Star Sports! Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort The best way to tackle such a massive decision like this is with as much logic as possible, so we broke down this comparison into five categories: Common Ground, Theme/Rooms, Pools, Food, and Transportation. Let’s see how these two resorts match up! Common Ground Both of these hotels fall under the category of Value Resorts at Disney World. That means they will both be at a comparable price point, with similar room sizes and amenities. Disney’s All-Star Music and Disney’s All-Star Sports have strong theming found outside, in the rooms, and throughout the gift shop, food court, and lobby. Broadway Street at Disney’s All-Star Music Each resort is divided into different areas with the names matching their themes. This can help guests navigate when wandering around these often-large resorts! Because of their kid-friendly decorations and amenities, you are more likely to see families with children at these resorts, as well as traveling groups from schools. With so many young people around it can get hectic, so don’t be surprised if it’s a little noisier here than at other resorts! All-Star Sports Resort At All-Star Music, room rates start at $128 per night excluding tax for their Standard Rooms at the cheapest times of year when the parks are least busy. The most expensive room rates here will run you about $658 per night — that’s for a Family Suite around Christmas, one of the more popular times of year. All-Star Sports has similar rates. Standard Rooms start at $128 per night in value season, and a Preferred Room will cost about $321 per night during the December holiday season. Extra Theme Park Hours Benefits for Disney World Resort Hotel Guests Theme/Rooms Refurbishments at All-Star Sports are ongoing. At both resorts standard rooms, while smaller than those at Moderate or Deluxe Resorts, still have plenty of space for your belongings. They are functional and include large TV’s, multiple storage options, and generously sized showers. All-Star Music The All-Star Music’s standard rooms offer a queen bed and queen-size table bed, sleeping up to four people. These rooms were recently renovated. Murphy Beds in Family Suite There’s also the option for Family Suites at the All-Star Music, which feature 1 queen bed and 2 queen-size pull-down beds. These sleep up to six adults. The Family Suites are surprisingly large! Click HERE for a Photo Tour of a Family Suite! As you stroll through the resort, you’ll find the following themed areas: Country, Broadway, Jazz, Rock, and Calypso. All Star Music It’s well worth exploring the entire Resort to see everything! All-Star Sports The rooms at All-Star Sports are actually pretty, well, roomy! You won’t feel cramped, and there are plenty of places to arrange your belongings both in the main sleeping area as well as in the bathroom. All-Star Sports room prior to renovation Currently, the rooms in the football and baseball sections have been completely updated. Stay tuned to our site for more updates on the All-Star Resort construction projects. Hockey area Outside of your room, you can explore the resort to discover larger-than-life versions of icons from football, tennis, baseball, basketball, surfing, and more. PHOTOS: Tour a Standard Room at the All-Star Sports Resort in Disney World Results Accommodations at All-Star Music have been renovated and offer the option of Family Suites! The PROS And CONS Of Staying At Disney World’s Value Resorts Pools If you thought the giant outdoor icons were the full extent of these resorts’ strong theming, just wait until you see their pools! All-Star Music Enjoy the tunes at All-Star Music’s Calypso Pool. Shaped like a guitar, this pool’s main feature is a fountain with the Three Caballeros. The Calypso Pool at All-Star Music The other pool is shaped like a grand piano! All-Star Sports Goofy makes an appearance at the Grand Slam Pool! At the Grand Slam Pool, he’s taking the pitcher’s mound except this time he has a cannon full of water and it’s aimed right at the swimmers! One of the unique aspects of this pool is the sundeck, which is designed to look like an outfield. There are even giant baseball bats lining the pool area! Grand Slam Pool The signature pool at All-Star Sports is Surfboard Bay, a 242,471-gallon swimmer’s paradise that was designed to make you feel as though you’re spending a day on the beach. The surrounding buildings are topped with waves with giant surfboards along the balcony. The pool has a more organic shape to mimic the seaside, and there are plenty of chairs for catching a few rays while you relax! Results This is a tough one — both resorts have such unique and fun pool areas! This time, we’re giving it to All-Star Sports. The baseball field pool area is a great spot for kids, especially with the Goofy water cannon in the middle! 10 Hidden Secrets About Disney World Pools Food With one food court option and a pool bar each, both of these resorts have similar dining options! All-Star Music Stop by Intermission Food Court at All-Star Music for a food break. This food court offers a variety of food options for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, which you’ll find at multiple counters around the restaurant as well as a “Grab & Go Market.” In this dining room, the theming is BIG and goes along with the music atmosphere around the whole resort. You will usually find some seasonal treats here as well! Intermission Food Court Singing Spirits is your drink destination at All-Star Music, and it’s located in the Calypso Pool area. Singing Spirits While you won’t find a super impressive atmosphere here, you will be able to grab a bite to eat and an icy beverage by the pool on a hot summer day. Find our COMPLETE GUIDE TO EATING at Disney’s All-Star Music Resort HERE. All-Star Sports Score a great meal at End Zone Food Court at All-Star Sports. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner options are served at various pick-up counters throughout the day, and you can also find quite a few Grab & Go items here as well. Plus, the occasional sweet treat has been known to pop up from time to time! End Zone Food Court Cuisine here is all-American for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. At All-Star Sports, you can say “Cheers!” at Grandstand Spirits. And you’ll find it over by Surfboard Bay Pool. Grandstand Spirits While it may be lacking in the overall atmosphere department, it’s still a great place to grab a drink while you’re lounging by the pool or hanging at the resort! Find our COMPLETE GUIDE TO EATING at Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort HERE Results Both resorts offer a food court and pool bar. You won’t find table-service restaurants at the value resorts. Each resort has almost identical dining options apart from the theming, so it’s tough to decide which one is the winner here. Since both food courts have been renovated, we’re going to have to call this one a tie! Transportation Disney World has several transportation options, but not every type stops at every resort. Of course, both resorts offer Disney’s bus transportation. All-Star Sports Results This is the only free Disney transportation that stops at these resorts. All three All-Stars are right next to each other, so there isn’t a massive difference even if you were trying to use a rideshare to get to or from the parks! This time, we’re just gonna have to call it a tie. Your Guide to Walt Disney World Resort Transportation The Winner It’s the moment you’ve been waiting for! The winner of this showdown between All-Star Music and All-Star Sports is … a tie! It truly comes down to what you are looking for out of your Disney resort experience. Both resorts are extremely similar, so ultimately the choice really comes down to theming. Do you prefer celebrating music and instruments? Or maybe you can’t wait to try out the massive fields at All-Star Sports? The good news is, if you can’t find availability at one resort for your chosen dates (or can’t bear to pick between the two) you know you’ll be getting a similar experience. Keep following DFB for more articles like this and sign up for our newsletter below to get them straight into your inbox! 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Disney’s Animal Kingdom is celebrating Earth Day with some new treats! Animal Kingdom Animal Kingdom will also be celebrating its 25th Anniversary on Earth Day this year. So basically, it’s an exciting time to visit this wild park. We recently tried a limited-time snack here that was covered in bees (in a good way) and now, we’re back to try another snack! We headed to Pizzafari to check out this new treat. While Pizzafari typically serves pizza, a chicken parmesan sandwich, and salads, this is where you’ll find the NEW Elephant Cupcake dessert. (It can also be found at Restaurantosaurus.) Pizzafari The Elephant Cupcake is $5.99 and can be ordered at the counter or through Mobile Ordering on the My Disney Experience app. Will you be adding this to your Animal Kingdom snack list? Let us know below! The post Be Warned. This NEW Snack Could Leave You DISAPPOINTED in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

At Walt Disney World Resort, our talented team of culinary visionaries love cooking up immersive, entertaining and innovative dining experiences for guests of all ages. Meet Chef Demetria Foundoukis, Chef Christine Weissman and Chef Amanda Lauder. These dynamic women continue to set the bar for excellence and follow their dreams as they inspire others in […]View the full article

The new Board of Supervisors for Disney’s Reedy Creek Improvement District (now called the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District) is not wasting any time. via Twitter The new Board of the modified District has been appointed by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and has already discussed potential changes that could come to the District. Disney Parks, Experiences, and Products Chairman Josh D’Amaro, previously noted “If that new board understands the value that gets created here and how it positively impacts the Central Florida community, I think they will be aligned with our vision and will carry on the Reedy Creek soul that’s been in place.” But it seems the new Board may be more focused on fighting Disney and some key agreements made recently. The new Board of Supervisors in control of the District met for the second time on March 29th, 2023 with several items set aside to be discussed, according to their agenda. One of those (agenda item 8.2) is the desire to obtain special counsel services for the District. What do they need special legal services for? Well, it seems the Board may be interested in going after some of the old agreements made by the old Board of Supervisors that impact Disney. ©Governor Ron DeSantis Website The agenda specifically discusses two legal firms that could be used to represent the District regarding “potential legal challenges for matters involving the District that occurred under the prior board of supervisors and that may involve the Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc. and its affiliates and subsidiary and related entities.” ©Central Florida Tourism Oversight District Bob Hazen, a reporter at WESH 2 News has been posting regular updates about the new Board’s meeting via Twitter and documenting just what the Board has been discussing. It looks like the new Board is really focused on potential legal challenges to the old Board’s agreements with Disney that reportedly give Disney “wide reign over RCID land for the next 30 years.” So it seems Disney could be facing a big battle against its new Board soon. We’ll keep an eye out for more updates and let you know what we find. Click here to learn all about the “Politically Connected Republican Allies” DeSantis appointed to the District Board Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! The post New Reedy Creek Board Discusses Potential LAWSUIT Against Disney first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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Okay, so when it comes to eating Mexican food in Disney World, we all pretty much go to the Mexico Pavilion in EPCOT, right? Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort Not only can we find some of the BEST margaritas on property there, but we can also find good Mexican food with a great view or even cheaper Mexican food that’s sure to satisfy. But the best Mexican food in Disney World may NOT be here. In fact, it may not be in the parks at all! Okay, we’re heading over to Maya Grill at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort, and you may not even KNOW about this restaurant unless you’ve stayed at this resort. But we’re going to tell you ALL about it. Atmosphere Maya Grill is themed to the four sacred Mayan temples: the temple of the moon, the temple of the sun, the temple of water, and the temple of fire. It’s like being in a Mayan pyramid Once you step inside, you feel like you’ve stepped into a Mayan temple, complete with high ceilings. High ceilings You’ll also find a lot of Mayan details pretty much everywhere. Details Seating includes booths, as well as standard tables and chairs. What sets the scene is the live guitarist playing Latin music while you wait for your table. LIVE music Note that this restaurant is HUGE and has two levels. Menu Although you can find a menu outside the restaurant to peruse while you’re waiting, paper menus are also available. The Menu There are a variety of Starters to choose from, including Empanadas, Nachos , Chips and Salsa, Salads, and more. The Entrees are pretty standard for a Mexican restaurant, like Tacos and Enchiladas. There is also a Fajitas Option, as well as a selection of Sides. You’ll also find some Wines, Beers, and Cocktails, including Margaritas, as well as several Dessert options, including Sorbet, Fried Baby Churros, and Impossible Cake. Desserts and beverages So let’s see how things taste. Eats We started with the Shrimp Mojo for $15. This is made with Pan Roasted Florida Pink Shrimp with Mojo de Ajo, Plantain Rice, Warm Corn Tortillas. We liked the portion size of this, as well as how big each shrimp was. There’s a mild spice on each one. Shrimp Mojo The peppers and pickled onions add a nice texture and flavor to the shrimp, especially when you put it all in a tortilla wrap. The spice level here is mild, so this could be a good option for even those who don’t like super spicy foods. We do wish, however, we had received more rice and tortillas with this one, though, especially given how much shrimp it includes. Making shrimp tacos Then we had the Sizzling Beef Skillet for $28. This is Marinated Grilled Skirt Steak, Bell Peppers, and Onions, served with Black Beans, Rice, Pico de Gallo, Lettuce, Tomatoes, Sour Cream, Jack Cheese, and Guacamole. The steak was cut into nice, thin strips. All the flavors here worked well, too, including the beans, roasted peppers, corn, onions, and rice. Sizzling Beef Skillet Wrap it all up with the tortillas and top with pico de gallo and guacamole, and you’ve got a tasty fajita. Or mix and match your favorite flavors — this plate gives you loads of different options. We’re going to say that this was a standout dish, in our opinion, and we would 100% order again. We will add that we would’ve loved this even MORE if there had been some sauce options included. Perfectly cooked steak We also ordered the Roasted Poblano Potato Gratin as a side for $8. This turned out to be the perfect accompaniment to the Sizzling Beef Skillet. It had thin layers of potato with a nice crunch, was loaded with butter and sauce, and then had a layer of cheese on top. Cheesy potatoes are almost ALWAYS a win with us. Roasted Poblano Potatoes Gratin This was just so CREAMY and cheesy, too. We could’ve just ordered a gigantic bowl of this and been happy. Plus that little bit of heat from the poblano just put it over the top. Always get the cheesy potatoes Okay, so you KNOW we’d order up the Fried Baby Churros for $10, right? Because we did! These are churros served with Dulce de Leche Ice Cream and Caramel Sauce. We have raved about the churros here before, and these did NOT disappoint. Fried Baby Churros They were perfectly cooked with a crispy outside and a hint of doughiness in the middle. The combo of the ice cream and caramel sauce resulted in a sweet and crunchy treat that made you want more. PERFECT churro The churros ARE small, but you do get eight of them. Combined with the big scoop of ice cream, this could easily be a shareable dessert — but ONLY if you want it to be. Nosh or Not Head to Maya Grill if… You have a craving for Mexican food outside the parks or want to eat somewhere easier to get reservations for. You’re staying at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort — if you’re staying at the hotel, you’d be missing out if you sleep on this restaurant. You love churros and want some of the best in Disney World — the churros here are a DREAM. Skip Maya Grill if… You’re not staying at Coronado Springs and you don’t want to travel too far outside the parks for food. You want more adventurous Latin food — the menu here is standard, so you won’t see anything unique from other Mexican restaurants in Disney World. You’re on a budget. Like many table service restaurants in Disney World, a meal here can add up, especially if you plan on ordering cocktails, too. Overall We’ve eaten at Maya Grill several times over the past few years and we’ve always been pleasantly surprised. The food might be standard Mexican fare, but it’s well-prepared and always very tasty. We haven’t had anything we’ve ever disliked here, plus we love the atmosphere, especially with the live music. Should you travel across Disney World to get here? Well, this restaurant is closer to the Animal Kingdom area, so it might be quite a trek for some, but we might consider doing it if we had some free time and wanted some more of those churros — they made traveling to Coronado Springs worth it. Sometimes, it’s also nice to just leave the parks and get away without having to leave Disney World property, and this restaurant is probably a little more chill than the Mexican restaurants in EPCOT. Ultimately, that’s a decision you might have to make, unless you are staying at Coronado Springs, and then you have NO excuse not to have a meal at Maya Grill. Check out the other restaurants at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! 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The Walt Disney Company is celebrating its 100th Anniversary in some special ways. 100th Anniversary Popcorn Box We’ve already seen lots of merchandise released online and in the parks, some 100th Anniversary popcorn holders and buckets at Disney World, and tons of 100th decor and more out at Disneyland. For the most part, the celebration has been mainly celebrated at Disneyland Resort, but EPCOT is set to become the “host” of the celebration later this year in Disney World. So what can we expect when it comes to the 100th Anniversary celebrations in Disney World? Well, we just found out! The Disney Rewards website recently released an article titled “Disney100 Celebration Guide for Walt Disney World Resort.” In it, they detail how Disney World will start to celebrate the 100th Anniversary of the Walt Disney Company in April. There will actually be monthly celebrations that highlight different Disney franchises. You’ll mainly get to celebrate these stories with existing experiences like movies under the stars, character caravans, parades, and more. So while these are existing experiences, it looks like they might be specifically directed at the 100th Anniversary celebration so be on the lookout for that. Fab Five celebrates 100 Years of Walt Disney Company! Later in the year, the Disney100 Celebration will come specifically to EPCOT. There will be a variety of new things to experience when the 100th Celebration starts there including: A platinum Mickey Mouse sculpture that will welcome you to celebrate at EPCOT Mickey and Minnie Mouse in their celebratory platinum outfits Mickey Statue in Disneyland According to the Disney Rewards site, there will also be Disney stories celebrated in the coming months. Here’s what to expect: April: “Disney’s conservation efforts and the 25th Anniversary of Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park” May: “All things from a galaxy far, far away will be featured with an emphasis on Star Wars” (“May the Fourth” — a.k.a. Star Wars Day — falls during this month so this makes sense!) June: “The delightful Pixar Characters will take fun to infinity and beyond” (Disney & Pixar’s Elemental releases on June 16th so that fits!) July: “Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse and friends will provide ‘swell fun’ for all” August: “The Disney Princesses and beloved Frozen Characters take the throne” September: “Super Hero adventures take flight!” Beehive Mousse Dome Disney hasn’t really shared what these celebrations will consist of, other than that they’ll be celebrating Disney stories. So, for the most part, this may consist of existing experiences, but we’ll be on the lookout for any NEW things that may be announced. For more 100th Anniversary updates, see our posts below and check back for the latest news. Learn More About Disney 100 Years of Wonder – The 100th Anniversary Celebration! When Disney’s 100 Year Anniversary Celebration Actually Starts Is the 100th Anniversary Coming to Disney World? A NEW 100th Anniversary Disney Credit Card Design Is Coming! PHOTOS: Sparkly NEW 100th Anniversary Minnie Ears Are Now Available in Disney World ALL of the Disney 100th Anniversary Merchandise You Can Get Online Right NOW! Check Out the NEW 100th Anniversary Starbucks Tumbler Inside Look at NEW 100th Anniversary Disneyland Fireworks Show Sleeping Beauty Castle Will Get a NEW Look For Disney’s 100th Anniversary Get ALL of the Latest Updates on the 100th Anniversary Celebration Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click Here to Subscribe Which of these celebrations are you most excited about? Tell us in the comments! The post More Details Revealed About the 100th Anniversary Celebration at Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’re nearing the end of March, which means that there are quite a few things happening in Disney World! Cinderella Castle For starters, we’re in the middle of Spring Break season, with crowds flooding the parks during their vacation weeks. On top of that, EPCOT and Magic Kingdom are about to change fireworks shows, TRON Lightcycle / Run is opening officially soon, and the 50th Anniversary celebrations finally come to a close at the end of the month. But there’s one thing you need to know about the last few days of March if you’re an Annual Passholder! Now through March 31st, Disney World Annual Passholders can purchase an exclusive Mickey Mouse popcorn bucket at select popcorn carts around the property. You must have your annual pass and a valid photo ID to purchase. Annual Passholder popcorn bucket According to the Disney World website, the bucket is available at the following popcorn stands while supplies last: City Hall Popcorn Cart at Magic Kingdom Popcorn cart near Creations Shop at EPCOT Feeding Ground Popcorn Cart at Animal Kingdom Hollywood Popcorn Cart at Hollywood Studios West Side Cart at Disney Springs New popcorn bucket! So if you want to buy this exclusive souvenir, you only have a few days to do it! We’ll be on the lookout to see if any other popcorn buckets come to replace it once it’s gone, so stay tuned to DFB for all the updates. Click Here to See All the Popcorn Buckets You Can Get in Disney World! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 900 pages, the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! You'll get a Reference Guide, a 101 Plan, and a Printables and Resources Guide! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis; and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2023 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2023 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Would you buy this popcorn bucket? Tell us in the comments! The post Why Annual Passholders Need to Go to Disney World ASAP! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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It’s time for another look at what’s new in EPCOT! EPCOT We’ve already spotted a recent change in one of EPCOT’s most popular stores and shared a warning about a new drink over in the Mexico pavilion, but there’s a lot more that’s happened in just the past few days — come with us to check it out! EPCOT Food Updates Refreshment Outpost This is DFB, so we’re gonna start with food (of course). Over at Refreshment Outpost, we noticed that the Chorizo & Potato Empanada is currently available. Chorizo & Potato Empanada There was a chorizo and potato empanada available during the Festival of the Arts at the Vibrante & Vivido booth, but now you’ll find a chorizo and potato empanada at Refreshment Outpost. It can be yours for $6.75. EPCOT Construction Updates Construction on EPCOT’s new attraction, Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana is continuing to progress as we inch closer to the attraction’s opening in the fall of 2023. Journey of Water Construction Other things under construction at the park are also moving along (we’re looking forward to seeing World Celebration in its more finalized state by the end of 2023)… Communicore Construction …and construction within the parking lot is also still underway. Parking lot construction Now, let’s get to the merchandise updates! EPCOT Merchandise Updates Pin Traders & Camera Center Here we spotted a Mickey & Co Long Mickey Shirt/Dress for $39.99. Mickey & Co Long Mickey Shirt We also found a Snow White Flower and Garden Phone Case for $29.99… Snow White Flower and Garden Phone Case …an Orange Bird Phone Case for $29.99… Orange Bird Phone Case …and a Figment Flower and Garden Phone Case for $34.99. Figment Flower and Garden Phone Case You can also snag a 100th Anniversary Dry Erase Mickey Pin for $29.99… 100th Anniversary Dry Erase Mickey Pin …and a Grandmother Willow World Nature Day Pin for $17.99. Grandmother Willow World Nature Day Pin These could be great additions to your growing or new pin collection! Creations Shop Here you can nab a Dapper Dans Fab 4 Shirt for $29.99. Dapper Dans Fab 4 Shirt We also found a new Stitch Spirit Jersey for $79.99. Stitch Spirit Jersey Or you can grab a Bruno Jacket for $89.99 (now we’ll have that song stuck in our heads all day!). Bruno Jacket We also spotted a Princess Wallet Clutch here for $29.99. Princess Wallet Clutch Though the PowerLimes candy was once available here, they’ve been sold out during our recent visits, and there’s no word just yet on when they’ll be restocked. No Powerlimes We hope they’ll be back soon! Be sure to check and see what the situation is like when you visit. Mission Space Cargo Bay We found a new-to-us Star Wars Lightsaber Hat for $29.99. Star Wars Lightsaber Hat That’s right, you’ll find Star Wars merchandise in multiple spots these days, so don’t go into Disney World thinking you’ll only find Star Wars-themed goodies in Hollywood Studios. Northwest Mercantile (Canada) We found a TON of new-to-us Canada merchandise here, like a Grey and Buffalo Plaid Moose Zip-up Jacket for $74.99… Grey and Buffalo Plaid Moose Zip-up Jacket …a matching Long Sleeve Grey Moose Shirt for $39.99… Long Sleeve Grey Moose Shirt …matching Pants for $59.99… Pants with Moose …a Grey Zip-up Jacket with Embroidered Bear for $74.99… Grey Zip-up Jacket with Embroidered Bear …and one last pair of Matching Pants for $59.99. Matching Pants That’s quite a lot of clothes to keep you warm during those surprising cold snaps in Disney (though you’ll want to be more worried about the heat as we get into the spring and summer). The Fjording (Norway) Over in the Norway pavilion, we spotted a Frozen Cardigan Sweater for $54.99… Frozen Cardigan Sweater …and Frozen Marshmallow Pants for $39.99. Frozen Marshmallow Pants You could really nail the Frozen-themed look with these! Disney Traders We found a new Guardians of the Galaxy 100th Anniversary Pressed Penny option here! Guardians of the Galaxy Pressed Penny But wait, there’s more! World Traveler At World Traveler, we found a Beauty and the Beast 100th Anniversary Pressed Penny. Beauty and the Beast Pressed Penny We’ve seen quite a few 100th Anniversary-themed pressed pennies popping up in Disney World, so keep an eye out for these! They’re cheap and small (a.k.a. easy to carry) souvenirs that you can grab to celebrate the big Disney100 event. Plume et Palette (France) Need more Minnie designs in your closet? Stop by Plume et Palette in the France pavilion to grab some Minnie Pants for $49.99… Minnie Pants …or a Minnie Shirt for $36.99. Minnie Shirt Souk-al-Magreb (Morocco) Finally, we found a Morocco World Showcase Shirt that can be yours for $34.99. We love how the design has a tile theme to it and is so bright and colorful. Morocco World Showcase Shirt And that’s everything new in EPCOT for now. As always, stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney news. Check out the new pavilion going up in Disney World! What’s your favorite new item on this list? Tell us in the comments below! The post What's New in EPCOT: A Treat Has Gone MISSING! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Summer is quickly approaching, and you might be thinking about the perfect getaway. Disney Wish Should you head to Disney World? Disneyland? Maybe you want to visit Disney’s Aulani Resort in Hawaii — or even head to more than one destination with Disney Cruise Line! You’ll soon have more options when it comes to cruising with Disney, too — and we’ve got all the details! Disney Cruise Line and Singapore Tourism Board have announced that for the first time, Disney will begin cruise vacations to Southeast Asia! Disney Parks, Experiences, and Products Chairman, Josh D’Amaro, and Singapore’s Minister for Transport and Minister-in-charge of Trade Relations, S. Iswaran, revealed the news. Disney Parks, Experiences and Products Chairman Josh D’Amaro and Singapore Tourism Board Chief Executive Keith Tan celebrate with Captain Mickey Mouse and Captain Minnie Mouse during a joint news conference in Singapore, Wednesday, March 29, 2023. Disney Cruise Line and Singapore Tourism Board announced magical cruise vacations to Southeast Asia for the first time, with plans to homeport a brand-new Disney cruise ship exclusively in Singapore for at least five years beginning in 2025. (Daryl Goh, photographer) The two organizations have agreed to collaborate under a recently signed Memorandum of Understanding and will homeport a brand-new Disney cruise ship exclusively in Singapore for at least five years, beginning in 2025. More details about itineraries and the maiden voyage will be released later. How cool is this deck? “This is a very exciting year for The Walt Disney Company — 2023 marks our 100th anniversary,” D’Amaro said. “As part of this, Disney Cruise Line is currently undergoing an ambitious expansion with new ships and new destinations around the world. We are incredibly excited to make Singapore the home port to our seventh-launched ship, which will sail from here year-round starting in 2025.” “We look forward to welcoming the magic of Disney Cruise Line to Singapore in 2025,” said Keith Tan, Chief Executive, Singapore Tourism Board (STB). “This is an important milestone for STB and reflects Disney Cruise Line’s strong confidence in Singapore and Southeast Asia. The new Disney cruise ship will be an attraction itself and is expected to boost the tourism sector in Singapore for many years to come.” Welcome aboard the Disney Wish! Not only that, but this means Disney Cruise Line will have a new ship! It will feature “innovative Disney experiences along with … dazzling entertainment, world-class dining, and legendary guest service.” Disney expects the 208,000-gross-ton ship to hold around 6,000 passengers and 2,300 crew members and will be among the first in the industry to be fueled by green methanol, “one of the lowest emission fuels available.” These specs match up with the description of the Global Dream, a cruise ship Disney recently purchased — though they haven’t yet confirmed whether this is the same ship or an entirely new one is being built. Disney Cruise Line and Singapore Tourism Board announced magical cruise vacations to Southeast Asia for the first time, with plans to homeport a brand-new Disney cruise ship exclusively in Singapore for at least five years beginning in 2025. The ship will feature innovative Disney experiences along with the dazzling entertainment, world-class dining and legendary guest service that set Disney Cruise Line apart. (Disney) Construction will be taking place at the MV Werften shipyard in Germany, under the management of Meyer Werft, the company that built the Disney Dream, Fantasy, Wish, and more. We’ll be keeping an eye out for more details on this new ship and Disney Cruise Line destination, so be sure to stay tuned to DFB for more! What You Need to Know About Disney Cruise Line Learn All About Disney Cruise Line and Its Various Ships Follow Along As We Explore Disney’s NEW Mega Cruise Ship – The Wish Learn ALL the Secrets of the Disney Wish We Ate EVERYTHING on Disney's Newest Cruise Ship -- The Disney Wish Learn About Disney Cruise Line’s COVID-19 Testing and Vaccination Policies Disney Wish COVID-19 Testing Mishaps to Avoid A Full List of What You CAN’T Bring on a Disney Cruise These Are the BEST Times to Book Your Disney Cruise The Best Ways to SAVE SPACE in Your Tiny Cruise Cabin 10 Things You NEED on Your Next Cruise (That You Won’t Think to Pack!) A Look at the COVID-19 Testing and Vaccination Policies For EVERY Major Cruise Line What It’s Like to Live on a Cruise Ship for 6 Months Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe Will you be cruising to Southeast Asia with Disney? Tell us in the comments. The post NEW Ship and Destinations Announced for Disney Cruise Line! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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If you can’t get enough Disney news — you’ve come to the right place at the right time. Magic Kingdom In the midst of new rides suddenly opening early, job cuts, executive shakeups, and more, keeping up with all the announcements is a full-time job. It happens to be our job, though, and we’re always looking out for the latest updates. An important event is taking place next week and we’re expecting some pretty huge announcements from Disney! Disney previously announced that the 2023 annual meeting of shareholders will be held virtually on Monday, April 3rd, at 10AM Pacific Time (1PM ET). You can tune in virtually at www.virtualshareholdermeeting.com/DIS2023. During the meeting, Mark Parker will take over as the next Chairman of the Board of Disney Shareholders, and we expect to hear some other exciting announcements as well. ©Disney During shareholder meetings, Disney often reveals key things about what’s in the works at the Company, and answers key questions from shareholders so you never quite know what information might be shared! Last year, we got some pretty juicy announcements and details about the new (at the time) Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, and Disney released a few movie trailers as well. While we’re not exactly sure what sort of announcements Disney might make this time around, we can guess based on what we’ve seen in the past. ©Alberto E. Rodriguez / Getty Images There are quite a few projects in the works throughout the Disney parks and beyond. Splash Mountain is being transformed into Tiana’s Bayou Adventure in Disney World, but we’re still waiting on an official closure date for the Disneyland version of the ride. Could Disney share an update with us during the meeting? We’ll find out soon! ©Disney Not only that, but there are a ton of new movies and shows in the works at Disney, and we could see new trailers released during the meeting. We’ve seen first looks and a teaser trailer for the new remake of the Haunted Mansion movie coming soon, but it’s possible we could see a full trailer! Of course, this is all speculation, but we can hope. In addition to trailers, Disney could share more opening dates or timelines for upcoming productions. While we do know quite a few of these release dates already, things change and we could get some updated details. ©Disney During the shareholder meeting, investors will get the chance to ask CEO Bob Iger and other executives questions about how the company is doing, along with the future of Disney. Speaking of which, we might learn more about the search currently underway for the next Disney CEO. A few names have been tossed into the ring, but so far Disney has yet to confirm who might be in the running to replace Iger. Mickey Mouse at Town Square Theater No matter what announcements we might hear during the 2023 Annual Shareholders Meeting, we’ll be bringing you all the details you need to know — big or small. We’re tuning into the meeting on April 3rd, so be sure to keep an eye on DFB for any news or announcements we might hear! BIG Changes Are Coming to Disney World This Year — Check Them Out Here Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 900 pages, the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! You'll get a Reference Guide, a 101 Plan, and a Printables and Resources Guide! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis; and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2023 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2023 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What are you hoping to learn from the shareholder meeting? Tell us in the comments. The post Two BIG Announcements We’re Expecting from Disney Next Week first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. If you’ve been waiting for just the right new Disney bag for your next park day then look no further! So many Disney bags! We’ve seen all kinds of Loungefly bags released in the past, from a bag shaped like an iconic Disney snack to one infested with rats! But now there are some other fun designs for you to check out! Will you be able to resist these? Let’s find out. Hot Topic has released several Loungefly backpack designs and you won’t want to miss them. First up is this Pocahontas Meeko & Percy Mini Backpack. It features Meeko and Percy on the front zipper pocket as they frolic through the leaves. ©Hot Topic Plus, the print on the rest of the bag has leaves and compasses, so maybe the bag will help point you to your destiny too — you never know! ©Hot Topic The bag has adjustable straps and a top carrying handle to make it super convenient for your visits to the parks or just around places near your home! Click here to shop The Pocahontas Loungefly Backpack Next, we have a Loungefly bag featuring two of the best of friends — Copper and Tod! This dynamic duo featured in The Fox and the Hound is front and center on this backpack design. The front features both of these cuties playing together –because “life’s one happy game.” ©HotTopic The background fades into a solid teal blue and eventually fades into a darker back. ©HotTopic Besties, bright colors, adjustable straps, and a central pocket — this bag has it all. Click here to shop The Fox And The Hound Duo Mini Loungefly Backpack These aren’t the only backpack designs available on Hot Topic right now. There are also bags featuring Grogu, the Mickey Mouse Club, and more. There’s even a bag themed to RAMEN! Check them all out here! And for the latest in Disney merchandise, check back with us here at DFB. Disney Is Giving Minnie Mouse a Brand NEW Look! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 900 pages, the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! You'll get a Reference Guide, a 101 Plan, and a Printables and Resources Guide! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis; and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2023 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2023 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Which bag will you be adding to your cart? Tell us your favorite in the comments! The post Get 2 Loungefly Bags With RARE Disney Characters Online Now! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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If you don’t think a Disney World trip is complete without a trip to Disney Springs, then THIS is the update you need! Disney Springs Disney Springs offers plenty of options for eating, drinking, shopping, and more. New Disney snacks and merchandise arrive at Disney Springs seemingly all the time, and we recently hopped over to check out all of the new and exciting things! This post is dedicated to all things new to Disney Springs! From food to construction and merchandise, we’re sharing it all. Are you ready? Let’s start with food! Food Updates Everglazed Donuts and Cold Brew At Everglazed, we grabbed the NEW Coconut Delight Donut for $5.95. Everglazed Coconut Delight Donut This is a caramel iced donut topped with toasted coconut and chocolate and caramel icing. If you’re a fan of the Samoas Girl Scout cookies, this flavor combination probably sounds fantastic to you! Click here to see our FULL review of the donut (and what it’s ONE problem was!) Also at Everglazed, you’ll find a special coffee for the spring — the Honey Lavender Cold Brew. Honey Lavender Cold Brew It’s made with oat milk. Will you be giving it a try? Tell us in the comments! The Ganachery We found quite a few fun things at The Ganachery for spring — several of these are returning items from previous years. If you love bunnies and chocolate, you can pick up the Milk Chocolate Bunny Surprise for $18. Chocolate Bunny Surprise We also spotted a Minnie Bunny Piñata for $28. Minnie Bunnie Pinata And you can grab some chocolate-covered marshmallows with spring sprinkles for $8.50. Chocolate Covered Marshmallows Quite a few Easter and spring-themed snacks are now available in Disney World so check them out while you can. See the photos and reviews of Disney World’s spring and Easter snacks here! Joffrey’s Coffee Speaking of spring and Easter, we found this Hopping Ever After Coffee at Joffrey’s. Hopping Ever After Coffee If you need some caffeine in your spring, stop by to pick this up. Ghirardelli Soda Fountain At Ghiradelli, there’s a new-ish Platinum Magical Sundae that appears to have arrived for the Disney100 Celebration (which has been covered in platinum designs). Platinum Magical Sundae We say new-ish because it is basically the same as the Magical Sundae that has been offered here for years, except this one has purple and silver sprinkles. Still, it might be worth a try if you love sundaes! See more about the 100th Anniversary here D-Luxe Burger At D-Luxe Burger, you can get the Dublin burger right now for $13.49. Dublin Burger We knew the burger would be returning as part of the St. Patrick’s Day celebrations, and it’s one we’ve had in the past — see our review here! Grab this burger from now through March 31st. See all of the St. Patrick’s Day snacks here That’s all for food updates, so let’s go check out some construction. Construction Updates During our recent trips, we did get to check out the future home of Summer House on the Lake, an all-new eatery coming soon to Disney Springs. Summer House On The Lake Things are moving along with the construction here and the restaurant is set to open at some point in 2023, though an exact opening date has not been shared yet. We’ll continue to watch for more updates! Learn all about Summer House on the Lake! Merchandise Updates Alright, time for the dangerous part (dangerous for your wallets, that is)! Let’s check out some merchandise. Disney Style Here, we found this black Walt Disney World long-sleeve shirt for $59.99. Black Walt Disney World Long Sleeve We also saw this Jungle Cruise shirt for $39.99. Jungle Cruise Shirt There was also this Wall-E shirt for $39.99. Wall-E Shirt And if you’re a Star Wars fan, you can pick up this Star Wars Shirt for $34.99. Star Wars Shirt Love baseball shirts and Disney World? Consider grabbing this Disney World Blue and Gold Baseball Shirt for $39.99. Blue and Gold Baseball Tee Tommy Bahama At Tommy Bahama, we found this Mickey and Minnie floral dress for $158. Mickey and Minnie Floral Dress There was also this pink Minnie zip-up jacket for $148. Pink Minnie Zip Up We also spotted a light blue Minnie long-sleeve for $168… Light Blue Minnie Long Sleeve …a white Minnie Mouse button-up shirt for $148… Minnie Button Up …a blue Mickey and Minnie button-up shirt for $198… Mickey and Minnie Button Up …and a white Mickey Mouse button-up shirt for $158. Mickey Long Sleeve Button Up More of a polo-shirt person? Check out this white Mickey shirt for $128… White Mickey Polo …and this blue Mickey shirt for $128. Blue Mickey Polo Love the beach and all things surfing? Grab this white button-up shirt featuring Mickey by a surfboard for $178. White Button Up Or you can go for a more colorful print with this Mickey and Minnie floral button-up shirt for $158. Mickey and Minnie Floral Shirt We also found these blue swim shorts for $128… Blue Swim Shorts …a blue Mickey Tervis bottle for $36.50… Tervis Bottle …a Blue Mickey beach towel for $29.50… Mickey Beach Towel …a blue Mickey silhouette shirt for $138… Mickey Silhouette Shirt …a Mickey mug for $25… Mickey Mug …and this light blue Minnie Mouse mug for $25. Minnie Mouse Mug Finally, we also found these Mickey and Minnie floral shorts for $128. Mickey and Minnie Floral Shorts WHEW. That was a lot of tropical merchandise! World of Disney At World of Disney, we found a ton of Magic Kingdom-themed merchandise featuring the work of Joey Chou! First, we saw this dark blue Magic Kingdom button-up shirt for $59.99. Magic Kingdom Button-Up Shirt There was also this Adventureland grey and blue shirt for $39.99. Adventureland Grey and Blue Shirt You can also pick up Magic Kingdom pants for $54.99… Magic Kingdom pants …a set of four plates for $34.99… Set of four plates …a set of four bowls for $34.99… Set of four bowls …a Magic Kingdom serving tray for $29.99… Magic Kingdom Serving Tray …a Magic Kingdom cup for $27.99… Magic Kingdom Cup …a pitcher for $34.99… Magic Kingdom Pitcher …a light-up table lantern for $34.99… Light-up Table Lantern …a picnic blanket for $49.99… Picnic Blanket …a Spirit Jersey for $79.99… Magic Kingdom Spirit Jersey …and a beach towel for $29.99. Beach Towel Moving on from the Magic Kingdom designs, you can also pick up this cute Grogu Star Wars Spirit Jersey for $79.99… Star Wars Spirit Jersey …and get some Star wars shorts too for $69.99. Star Wars Shorts You can really complete the look with a Mandalorian and Grogu long-sleeve shirt for $39.99. Mandalorian and Grogu Long Sleeve Shirt Finally, we also saw this Ariel Tea Set for $69.99. Ariel Tea Set Marketplace Co-Op We found just a few things here at Marketplace Co-Op. First up, we have this The Little Mermaid magnet for $14.99. The Little Mermaid Magnet Need to stay hydrated in style? Grab the Spider-Man to the Rescue bottle for $16.99. Spider-Man to the Rescue Bottle If you really want a unique look for your next Disney trip or event at home, grab this Matterhorn Bobsleds dress for $148! Matterhorn Bobsleds Dress Trend-D At Trend-D, we found these fun and colorful BaubleBar tiki bird earrings for $55. Bird BaubleBar Earrings Well, there you have it! These are some of the new, returning, or just cool things we spotted in Disney Springs recently. If you’re planning a trip to Disney Springs, click the link below for some restaurant inspiration. And make sure to follow along for more Disney news and updates. Click here to learn all about the Disney Springs restaurants! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! 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