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Not all Disney World dining experiences are created equally. Cinderella Castle Sure, chances are you can find something for just about anyone, but if you’re looking for the ultimate Magic Kingdom dining experience fit for royalty, there’s really only one place that comes to mind. Complete with Disney Princesses and a meal inside Cinderella Castle, come with us to Cinderella’s Royal Table! Atmosphere One thing that hasn’t changed (and we hope never does!) is the atmosphere at Cinderella’s Royal Table. You’re dining inside Cinderella Castle, and it doesn’t get much more “Disney magic” than that. The location is one of the big things (and sometimes one of the only things) that makes this restaurant a must-do. Cinderella’s Royal Table You’ll find incredible theming and decor throughout the restaurant, making you really feel like you’re inside a castle. The stone walls are adorned with tapestries and art, while the windows feature gorgeous stained glass. If you look up, you’ll notice opulent chandeliers and even more decor. You’re in the castle! Even though character dining has returned to “normal” here, you’ll still meet Cinderella before your meal, with a special meet and greet and photo op. Don’t worry — there will be plenty more princesses once you’re seated at your table! Cinderella Regarding seating, there are standard tables and chairs here, which are located on various levels and in the various seating spaces within the restaurant. From what we’ve experienced, the tables here can feel a bit squished together sometimes, so that’s something to keep in mind. Dining Room Here’s a look at where we were seated, with a stellar view of Prince Charming’s Regal Carrousel. If you can request a table next to the window, it’s definitely worth doing. Those windows will give you some of the most unique views of Magic Kingdom. Of course, Disney might not always be able to accommodate this request, but it never hurts to ask! Our table Once you find your seat, that’s when the party really gets started! Characters Character dining has returned to Cinderella’s Royal Table, which means that during your meal you’ll be visited by princesses and have the opportunity to take photos with them! On our visit, we met Snow White… Snow White …Sleeping Beauty… Princess Aurora …and Jasmine! Jasmine We got lots of face time with these ladies, and since we had a pretty late reservation, a Cast Member came over to make sure we had gotten to interact with every princess before they left for the evening. You may see different princesses on your visit, but there will always be a few different faces you’ll get to visit with. Menu Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are served here — and all are served prix fixe, meaning you’ll pay one set price for multiple courses. The price has also increased since the characters returned. We went for dinner, which is now $79 per adult and $47 per child, plus tax and gratuity. Breakfast is $65 per Adult and $39 per Child. Menu This can be a pretty big chunk of your Disney World dining budget, and while we’ve had mediocre meals here in the past, what you’re really paying for is the overall experience, atmosphere, and characters. This is one of those bucket list Disney dining experiences. Still, if you don’t care about character interactions and dining in the castle, this is a pretty steep price to pay when there are some other incredible restaurants nearby. Eats Now, onto the main event! We were dining at dinner, so we started off with the Soup of the Day, which just happened to be a Butternut Squash Soup. This was plant-based and served with a drizzle of plant-based sour cream and croutons. This had a sweetness thanks to the squash, but there were some excellent savory and herbal flavors too. It was light but so flavorful, and we really loved it. If you’re a fan of squash or pumpkin soups, this is an excellent choice, and a great start to a meal. Soup of the day Next up, we tried the Braised Beef appetizer. It’s served with carrot and coriander purée, shallot jam, and horseradish gremolata. This was tasty, but forgettable. The beef reminded us of pot roast, which isn’t a bad thing but nothing we haven’t had before. The shallot jam had great flavor though, with a nice vinegary zing. Horseradish can be pretty aggressive, but that wasn’t the case here. This was a smaller portion, and maybe a bit too heavy for an appetizer. Braised Beef Appetizer We also tried the Parisian Gnocchi entrée, served with seasonal vegetables, celery root purée, and vegetable demi-glace. The gnocchi is beet-based, which can be off-putting for some — but we didn’t really think it tasted like beets! It had the texture of regular potato gnocchi, but the vegetable demi-glace did have a hint of beet flavor. The celery root purée was more like small little meringue puffs and had a super vegetable-y flavor. There were super complex flavors in this dish, with pickled beets and mushrooms to boot. An unexpected favorite! Parisian Gnocchi Speaking of surprises, we also really enjoyed the Magic Carpet Ride — a spice-crusted pork tenderloin and pork belly, curry couscous, glazed rainbow carrots, and a peppercorn flying carpet. It’s made with a blend of 17 spices called ros el hanout. Each cut of pork was well-cooked, and the flavors were a bit more on the adventurous side without being too unfamiliar. The couscous was super flavorful and the cauliflower was a nice texture and flavor addition. The pork belly was definitely the best part — it was well-charred and crispy with tons of spices on it. Magic Carpet Ride Moving onto the sweeter side of things, we tried the Coffee Pot de Crème. It’s a coffee-infused coconut custard, passion fruit gelée, and crumbled chocolate espresso beans. This is another plant-based dish, but we didn’t love it as much as the soup or gnocchi! It was a pretty big miss for us. The consistency was like mousse meets gelatin which was…not our favorite. The coffee flavor was super intense but not sweet, and it was just a lot of strong flavors that didn’t go well together. Coffee pots de Creme The Jaq & Gus cheesecake is served with seasonal flavors and garnishes, and it was a solid, standard cheesecake. You could tell it was freshly made and not frozen, though, so that was a big plus. It’s a bit plain, but a really good cheesecake and if you’re looking for something not too sweet, this might hit the spot. Jaq & Gus Can you tell we like dessert?! Our server brought out a plant-based lemon sorbet with blueberries that we much preferred to the coffee pot de crème. It was light and fresh tasting and a pretty generous portion. Again, a little on the plain side but we definitely preferred this over the coffee dessert. Lemon sorbet And finally, we had the Clock Strikes Twelve — a dark chocolate mousse with a caramel and crunchy praline center, served with chocolate sauce and hazelnut gelato. Clock Strikes Twelve Oh, look, another Disney World mousse. Complaints aside, we did enjoy the mousse and loved the addition of the praline center, but at the end of the day it’s a mousse you’re getting at the end of an $80 per person dinner. The hazelnut gelato was our favorite part, and we wished we could get an even bigger portion of this instead! Nosh or Not You should book a reservation at Cinderella’s Royal Table if… You’re looking for a unique dining experience in Cinderella Castle. You want to meet a ton of Disney Princesses all at once. You’re looking to dine among some stellar views of Magic Kingdom (assuming you can get a table by a window!) You should skip dining at Cinderella’s Royal Table if… You don’t care about Disney Princesses or eating in the castle. You don’t want to take a chunk out of your park day for a table service meal. You’re trying to stick to a budget and don’t want to spend a lot on your meals. Overall Hardly anything can top dining in Cinderella Castle — it’s a magical Disney World experience you won’t get anywhere else, but at a price. This time around, we did enjoy our meal for the most part but that’s a pretty steep price for eats you can get elsewhere in the park or nearby (like at Skipper Canteen or Steakhouse 71.) The princesses are the big draw here, so if you’re looking for a bucket list meal — Cinderella’s Royal Table could be it. But if you want the princesses without the fanfare of the castle, consider Akershus Royal Banquet Hall in EPCOT instead. Cinderella’s Royal Table With DOZENS of places to eat at Disney World, we know it can be tough to plan your meals. That’s why we wrote the DFB Guide to Dining at Walt Disney World. We have reviews, pictures and details about every restaurant all in one digital download – along with ALL of our best tips and strategies from decades of Disney World trips. We’ve got a special discount code for DFB readers, too! Use WDW2023 at checkout for 25% off! Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney restaurant reviews! 23 Disney World Restaurants To Try in 2023 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! 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DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. In case you missed it, Disney’s live-action The Little Mermaid movie, starring Halle Bailey as Ariel, is coming out soon! ©Disney There’s a lot of HYPE surrounding the movie, too. We recently got our first sneak peek of Melissa McCarthy as Ursula. Disney is looking to hire lookalikes to portray the new version of Ariel in the parks. We even got to see Halle Bailey with a new piece of Little Mermaid merchandise — a brand-new Ariel doll! Well, get those wallets out because we’ve found the new doll ONLINE! You can now get the Live-Action Little Mermaid Ariel Doll on Amazon! The doll has Ariel’s signature outfit on (complete with mermaid tail) plus she’s completely posable! She’s also got Ariel’s signature long red hair. ©Disney So if you’re wanting to get your hands on this doll (which we might guess will sell out quickly), you can grab it now for $14.99. Get the doll right here! The live-action The Little Mermaid is coming to theaters on May 26th, so get ready. It also stars Javier Bardem as King Triton and Jonah Hauer-King as Prince Eric. It’s one of many remakes, reboots, and sequels recently announced by Disney, and we can’t wait to see this new take on one of our most beloved Disney stories. The Little Mermaid Looking for even MORE Little Mermaid merchandise? We found some sparkly new ears Ariel fans will love! Looking for more Amazon deals on Disney merchandise? Here are the best deals we’ve found recently! While you’re in the shopping mood…have you checked our DFB exclusive graphic tees and merch? It’s super fun stuff to wear to the parks, or to rep your happy place at the grocery store! Click here to visit the DFB Merch Store! Here Are 4 Disney Park NECESSITIES You Can Get on Amazon 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. Will you be getting the new Ariel doll? Let us know in the comments! The post Disney's NEW Halle Bailey 'Little Mermaid' Doll Is Now Available on Amazon first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

One of the most important parts about planning your Disney World trip is deciding how you’ll get there in the first place. Are you going to fly to the Orlando Airport and then use a shuttle service or rideshare to get to your hotel? Or will you opt for the freedom of driving yourself so that you can use your own car once you’re there? Disney World entrance If you’re planning to drive yourself around The Most Magical Place on Earth, there’s an important traffic UPDATE that you should know about before you arrive. When driving yourself around Disney World, you’ll more than likely run into some traffic as thousands of other guests head into the parks at the same time as you do. One of the places where you might see the worst back-ups is on the way to Disney Springs and the hotels in that area. We often run into traffic delays here, especially on the weekends and in the evening hours. Driving in Florida There’s one intersection in particular that’s infamous for causing drivers trouble: where State Road 535 meets Hotel Plaza Boulevard. This intersection is located close to Interstate 4. Drivers heading toward the interstate, exiting from I-4, continuing down SR-535, or going to Disney Springs or any of the several hotels located nearby all meet here, and it has caused many significant delays. This is also an important intersection for drivers exiting I-4 to get to the rest of Disney World, including the theme parks. ©Google Maps According to Spectrum News, the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) had previously planned to build “a new flyover-type ramp” that would allow drivers going northbound on SR-525 to turn right off of the road and loop around to get onto Hotel Plaza Boulevard without having to turn left across the busy lanes of SR-535. This would allow drivers easier access to Disney Springs, all the hotels in that area, and the Disney World parks, cleaning up the traffic that is often backed up in the area. ©Google Maps Jay Leonard, a manager at Wyndham Lake Buena Vista Disney Springs, said, “We need something to be able to get traffic down Hotel Plaza Boulevard. There’s just so much traffic here.” Wyndham However, the FDOT has apparently changed course and will not be building this flyover ramp. Instead, the “FDOT will use the Crossroads land to make a loop ramp from SR-535 to westbound I-4. The ramp will eliminate the need for drivers to turn left across traffic to get onto I-4 west.” As part of the project, the I-4 west exit ramp will be lengthened, the I-4 west entrance ramp will be realigned, and there will be a new express lane added to I-4 west (called the Tube). Traffic on I-4 Someone from the FDOT said that “the change will still help the area, alleviating backups from SR-535 to I-4 west.” This plan was apparently chosen over the original flyover ramp idea because it provides “the best return on investment” for the department. About this change, Leonard said, “It’s going to be very disappointing because we really had this expectation on the block that we’re going to have traffic coming right into our destination, and just make it a smoother arrival down our boulevard.” Although this could help ease traffic in the other direction (going toward I-4), it may not reduce the delays for those people trying to turn left toward Disney Springs. Traffic Near Magic Kingdom The FDOT expects construction to begin on the I-4 west and SR-535 changes by the end of 2023. We’ll continue to watch for more updates on the latest Disney World news, so stay tuned to DFB. Check out our ULTIMATE guide to planning a Walt Disney World trip here. Travel Updates, Tips, and Tricks Complete Guide to Booking the CHEAPEST Flight to Disney World What to Do if Your Flight to Disney World Is Canceled Our Best Tips For Flying Through the Orlando International Airport Step-by-Step Guide: How to Get to Disney World From the Orlando Airport The Ultimate Disney World Packing List for 2022 You’re SLEEPING on These Packing Hacks Air Travel Tips That’ll Change Your Life 8 Catastrophic Travel Mistakes and How to Solve Them The BEST and WORST Airlines in the US, Ranked by Customer Complaints The MOST and LEAST Reliable Airlines in the U.S. This Small Change Will Save You From Lost Luggage The Best Disney Luggage for 2023 21 Things a Former Flight Attendant Needs You To Know 7 Highest-Rated Travel Items on Amazon Join the DFB Newsletter to Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click Here to Subscribe Do you prefer to drive or fly to Disney World? Let us know in the comments. The post The Major CHANGE That Could Seriously Frustrate Disney World Guests first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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We went to Disneyland’s FIRST-EVER Princess Nite, which is a separately ticketed after-hours event. And we’re taking you along with us to experience it! Let’s go to Princess Nite! There are unique treats, special meet-and-greets, and themed entertainment offerings at this special event, which is held on March 7th and 9th from 9PM to 1AM. Let’s head in to check it all out! General Information As we mentioned, the Disneyland After Dark: Princess Nite event takes place on March 7th and 9th, and tickets are currently sold out for both dates. The event runs from 9PM to 1AM, but guests can enter the park three hours before it begins. Sign outside the park There are Disney princess meet-and-greets, special photo opportunities, and entertainment offerings like live music included in your ticket for the event. There are also LOTS of snacks, including some free options and other specialty treats that cost extra. We’re ready to go! You can check in as you enter the park, or you can find special check-in areas located around. Be on the lookout for these signs! Check-in for the event Once we were checked in, we got an event guide with all the details we needed to know for the party. Princess Nite event guide It has a park map and a full list of the special offerings, including some delicious-sounding snacks! Park map We were also given this lanyard as a souvenir — and it has a mirror on it! It’s to “reflect your bravery, beauty, and grace.” Mirror Lanyard Now that we’re all settled, let’s go check out the event! Crowds We certainly weren’t the only ones who were excited about this new After Hours party. There were plenty of people hovering around Main Street, U.S.A. throughout the night. Crowds on Main Street There were also some REALLY long lines for characters around the park. The wait to meet Minnie & Daisy was about an hour, and the wait to meet Princess Leia was an hour and a half. Wow! Line to meet Leia If you want to meet characters, you might be using a fair amount of your party time to do so. Character Meet-and-Greets And speaking of characters, at Princess Nite, you can meet some princesses that aren’t usually greeting guests in the park! We spotted Leia in Tomorrowland, greeting guests along with R2-D2. It’s Leia! We also saw Minnie and Daisy on Main Street, U.S.A. in their beautiful princess outfits! Hey ladies! Here’s a full list of the available meet-and-greets: Princess Minnie Mouse and Princess Daisy Duck on Main Street, U.S.A. Jasmine and Moana in Adventureland Tiana in New Orleans Square Pocahontas in Frontierland Princess Leia in Tomorrowland Ariel, Aurora, Belle, Cinderella, Elena of Avalor, Kida (!!!), Merida, Mulan, Princess Atta, Raya, Sofia the First, and Snow White in Fantasyland Photo Ops Special photo ops were also available throughout the park, including: Disneyland After Dark: Princess Nite Welcome Window “Be Our Guest” Be Royally Fierce Storybook in Critter Country Agrabah Night Scene in Frontierland Cinderella’s Crystal Coach, Royal Throne, and The Princess Diaries “The Art of the Fan” in Fantasyland Entertainment There’s a lot to do in the park during Princess Nite. Some rides and attractions remain open for the event, and they had much shorter wait times than you’ll usually see during the day. There are also musical performances with special appearances by Disney princesses! It’s Giselle! One of our favorites was the cavalcade featuring Giselle from Enchanted. She rides down Main Street in a flower-covered carriage! Here’s a full list of entertainment offerings: Musical performance with special appearances by Disney princesses on the Rivers of America, New Orleans Square at 9:30PM, 10:45PM, and 11:45PM. Other entertainment includes: The royal arrival of Princess Minnie Mouse and Princess Daisy Duck every half hour at the Disneyland Train Station, Main Street, U.S.A. A cavalcade with Giselle starting at 9:15PM and running twice per hour on Main Street, U.S.A. starting at 9:15PM Princess Gowns of the Past at Main Street Cinema on Main Street, U.S.A. from 9PM-1AM A Struttin Jazz Band on the Cafe Orleans Patio, New Orleans Square at 9PM, 10PM, 11PM, and 12:15AM A Pop Princess Dance Party featuring Vanellope von Schweetz at Tomorrowland Terrace from 9PM-1AM Share Your Light — Share a trait and leave your mark on the night — at Finding Nemo Submarine Voyage, Tomorrowland, from 9PM-1AM Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique will also be hosting children’s makeovers for a limited time during the event. Eats You know what we’re REALLY here for — the EATS! You can get free popcorn, pretzels, and churros from snack carts throughout the park. There are also other snacks available throughout the park! Here’s a full list of those themed treats: Princess Sundae (Blackberry, Peach, and Raspberry Sorbets) from Gibson Girl Daydreamer Macaroon (Raspberry-Coconut Macaroon) and Princess Trifle (White Chocolate Mousse and Mixed Berry Compote with Vanilla Cake) from Jolly Holiday Curried Beef Hot Dog and Cotton Candy-Cream Cheese Pretzel from Refreshment Corner Mixed Berry Wagon-Ade from Little Red Wagon Be Brave Spicy Chicken Dinner and Honey BBQ Chicken Tenders from Plaza Inn Jolly Holiday Pineapple Shrimp Skewer from Bengal BBQ Mixed Berry Milk from Harbour Galley Cajun Honey-Glazed Chicken and Loaded Steak Fries and Tea Time Lemon Funnel Cake with Lemon Sorbet at Hungry Bear Restaurant Escargot Flatbread, Wild Mushroom Flatbread, and Glowing Strawberry Sparkle Tea at Red Rose Taverne Spicy Huli Huli Loaded Tenders and Royal Sparkling Lemonade at Galactic Grill Big Slice Pepperoni, Big Slice Cheese, and Cinnamon Breadsticks at Alien Pizza Planet Macadamia Nut Pretzel at Tomorrowland Pretzel Cart Blueberry Cheesecake Churro with Blueberry Cheesecake Dipping Sauce at “it’s a small world” and Fantasyland Churro Carts Berry Good Churro at Castle, Frontierland, and Tomorrowland Churro Carts Friendship Churro (Rolled in Raspberry-Limeade & Pink Lemonade Sugars) at New Orleans Square and Critter Country Churro Carts Red Rose Taverne Cafe Orleans is three tea services with an assorted selection of teas (no reservations required): Tea Service — Short Rib Sandwich, Caviar Egg, Crab Avocado Toast, Monte Cristo Fritter, Creole Chicken & Apple Pecan Salad Po Boy, Crepe Layer Cake, Blueberry-Almond Scone, Strawberry Shortcake, Strawberry-Chocolate Crème Puff Plant-Based Tea Service — Impossible Sandwich, Roasted Potato, Avocado Toast, Ratatouille Sandwich, Cucumber & Watercress Salad Sandwich, Strawberry Shortcake, Fruit Cobbler, Chocolate Raspberry Bar, Blueberry-Almond Scone Kid’s Tea Service — Peanut Butter and Jelly, Grilled Cheese Sandwich, Meatball Po Boy, Assorted Fruits, Crème Puff Merchandise Special event merchandise is available at Emporium, The Star Trader, Showcase, and Pioneer Mercantile. We spotted this Princess Nite 2023 t-shirt that you can pick up! The merchandise We also picked up the exclusive Cinderella’s Carriage popcorn bucket during the event. Isn’t it stunning?! Popcorn Bucket Crislu has a jewelry trunk show from 8PM to 12AM. Arribas Bros. has special displays set up with princess-themed items. And that was our experience at Princess Nite in Disneyland! We’ll keep you updated with coverage of any more special Disney events, so stay tuned! Click here to learn about more Disneyland After Dark events. Want to Learn More About Disneyland? Check Out the Links Below! 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A NEW event has officially started in Disneyland and it comes with some unique treats! Minnie and Daisy! Disneyland hosts several After Hours events throughout the year, and this year they’ve started to offer a NEW event — Disneyland After Dark: Princess Nite. During the Princess After Hours event, you’ll find a number of party-EXCLUSIVE snacks, from a cotton candy cream cheese pretzel to an escargot flatbread(!). We checked out two of these and now we’re sharing our honest thoughts with you. We found these two exclusive snacks over at Jolly Holiday Bakery. 2 Exclusive Snacks! First up, we have the Daydreamer Macaroon. This is a raspberry-coconut macaroon topped with white chocolate and sprinkles. If you’re a Disneyland regular (or Disneyland snack aficionado), you may already be familiar with the ever-popular Matterhorn Macaroon, but this is a DIFFERENT treat thanks to its raspberry flavoring and sprinkles. Raspberry-Coconut Macaroon Overall, we felt like this treat had a really nice blend of those raspberry and coconut flavors. Neither was too strong or dominating, allowing them both to combine deliciousness. At first, we got that sweet raspberry flavor, which was followed by a mild coconut taste. Raspberry-Coconut Macaroon Plus, the white chocolate and sprinkles added a sweet and crunchy layer to the treat as a whole. Truthfully, we had no complaints about this one! If you love macaroons, coconut, and raspberry, do NOT skip this. But if you hate coconut, even when it’s only a mild flavor, you may want to avoid this treat. Try it yourself for $4.99. A Look Inside Next up we have the Princess Trifle. This is a White Chocolate Mousse and Mixed Berry Compote with Vanilla Cake, topped with Crunch Pearls and a White Chocolate Crown. This is priced at $7.49. Princess Trifle There are quite a few ingredients in this snack, but they all combined together really well for a yummy and sweet dessert! The berry compote tasted fresh and sweet. The vanilla cake was moist and sort of absorbed a bit of the compote, but in a good way! Add the white chocolate to the mix — which gave it sweet hints of chocolate — and you’ve got a winner. This was another treat we really didn’t have any complaints about. Princess Trifle If you like sweets, berries, and trifles, this is the snack for you! But be warned that you can’t really avoid the berry compote, so you will want to like berries to enjoy this. A Peek at the Trifle And that’s our review of these 2 EXCLUSIVE snacks! What do you think? Would you give either of these a try? Tell us in the comments! Remember that Princess Nite is an exclusive After Hours event you have to buy a separate ticket to attend. It was offered on March 7th and will be offered again on March 9th, but tickets for the event have already sold out. Sign outside the park The event takes place after the park has closed to “regular” guests for the day. Those who attend the event can enjoy exclusive eats, a DJ dance party, meet-and-greets with unique Disney characters, after-hours access to some attractions, and more. Giselle! We’ll be sharing more details about our experience soon, so stay tuned for the latest updates! For more Disneyland news, click here to see the date on which 2 restaurants will CLOSE, and check out when the eggstravaganza will return to Disneyland. Click here to see everything available at the Princess After Hours event Want to Learn More About Disneyland? Check Out the Links Below! See Our DFB Disneyland Restaurants Guide Learn About Disney Genie and How to Use it in Disneyland Check Out What You Need to Know About the Theme Park Reservation System for Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Get All the Info About Closures and Construction at Disneyland Learn All About Disneyland Park See What Marvelous Stuff You’ll Find at Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure Learn About Pixar Pier in Disney California Adventure Get All the Details About the Disneyland Mobile App Everything You Need to Know About Mobile Order in Disneyland Learn More About Disneyland’s Magic Key Program Full Details About the Holiday Season in Disneyland Full Details About Halloween Time at Disneyland Get Some STRANGE Tips for Disneyland Should You Go to Disneyland in 2022? Click HERE to Check Out Lots of Other DFB Posts About Disneyland Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe What do you think about these snacks? Tell us in the comments. The post We Literally Have NO Complaints About These 2 Disney Snacks first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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For as massive and impressive as it is, there are still a lot of things MISSING from Disney World. Magic Kingdom Park The four parks that make up one of the world’s most popular vacation destinations may be filled with magic, but when you compare them to other Disney parks around the world, sometimes they fall short. Sure, we’ve got unique things like Animal Kingdom, Pandora — The World of Avatar, the World Showcase, Figment, and Liberty Square…but there are some things that we really miss that you can’t find at The Most Magical Place on Earth! Animatronics Let’s start with the animatronics! Don’t get us wrong — Disney World has some really impressive ones. (Hello, Shaman of Song on Na’vi River Journey!) But if you compare some of the new animatronics at Disney’s international parks with some of the ones we have…well, they’re outshining us for sure. Na’vi River Journey For instance, there are some incredibly lifelike animatronics in Enchanted Tale of Beauty and the Beast at Tokyo Disney. And that ride has some SERIOUS tech to go along with them! Enchanted Tale of Beauty and the Beast at Tokyo Disneyland And recently, Disney shared a look at the new Elsa animatronic coming to Hong Kong Disneyland. It’s a HUGE improvement from the facial projections animatronics on Frozen Ever After in EPCOT. Maybe one day we’ll get some of these awesome animatronics in Disney World — a fan can only hope! Rides But what’s even more impressive than the animatronics? The rides at some of the other parks! In fact, there are many times when Disneyland or international park versions of classic rides are regarded as “much better” than their Disney World counterparts. Pirates of the Caribbean For example, take Pirates of the Caribbean. Not only do most people prefer the Disneyland version to the Magic Kingdom version, but the Shanghai iteration of the ride is truly epic. It features cutting-edge animatronics with IMAX-sized screens, even going as far as diving guests into Davy Jones’s Locker. Seriously impressive. Pirates of the Caribbean at Shanghai Disneyland We could also mention the fact that Disneyland Park gets a ride overlay that we would LOVE to see at Magic Kingdom — Haunted Mansion Holiday. The Nightmare Before Christmas-themed storyline is a fan-favorite and a must-do if you’re visiting during the winter months. But alas, the biggest holiday overlay that we get is at the Jingle Cruise. Haunted Mansion Holiday Many people also prefer Disneyland Resort’s version of Space Mountain, “it’s a small world,” and Guardians of the Galaxy: Mission — BREAKOUT! when compared to Tower of Terror. Character Meets The international parks get some pretty cool characters (we’re talking about you, Duffy and friends!), but we’ll specifically mention Disneyland Resort to make this point. The two west coast parks are constantly getting rare meet-and-greets that we don’t get in Florida, giving us some serious FOMO. ©Disney For instance, California Adventure had meets with Raya and Mirabel long before those characters ever joined the Adventure Friends Cavalcade in Magic Kingdom. And even then, you’re only seeing them from afar. Raya on Redwood Creek Challenge Trail We also spotted a meet-and-greet with Oswald the Lucky Rabbit and Ortensia the Cat at the California Adventure Lunar New Year Celebration in early 2023, and when Lightyear was released in summer 2022, Disneyland got a live-action Buzz Lightyear character. Buzz, is that you? These rare characters are often used as a method for enticing local guests to return again and again, since there aren’t as many vacationers at DLR as WDW, but we’d still love to see some unique ones here at Disney World! Merchandise and Snacks And finally, we have to talk about merchandise and snacks! The foreign Disney parks had Mickey-shaped soap dispensers long before they came to Disney World, and you can find unique treats in some of the Asian parks — things like Mike Wazowski Melon Bread, Potato Churros, Scrump Dumplings, and more! Mike Wazowski Melon Bread We long for the day when Disney introduces more outside-the-box snacks to the park…and not just for those EPCOT festivals! We would love to get a little more creative than just different flavors of churros and cupcakes. Dim Sum from Crystal Lotus at Hong Kong Disneyland So as you can see, we sometimes get a little jealous of the other Disney parks since they have so many cool offerings. We definitely love Disney World and everything that’s there, but we do tend to get less “special surprises” since so many guests who come to WDW are once-in-a-lifetime vacationers. Stay tuned to DFB for more updates from the Disney parks and all the tips you need to know for your vacation! 25 International Disney Snacks We Wish Would Come to Disney Wrld — 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. What do you wish would come to Disney World? Tell us in the comments! The post Why Can't We Have Nice Things in Disney World, Too? first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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The Brightline train is getting closer to connecting Orlando all the way to Miami! ©Brightline Back in February, we learned that the train’s expansion from West Palm Beach to Orlando was 90% complete and service was expected to start in the second quarter of 2023. The final train in the fleet has also arrived in Central Florida. But now we’ve got another Brightline train update! According to the Orlando Business Journal, Brightline just hit 130 mph while testing a rail corridor between the Orlando International Airport and Cocoa. That’s FAST! And that’s not the end of testing. Brightline currently plans to do more testing before the rail service begins between Orlando and South Florida. Katie Mitzner, a Brightline spokesperson, shared, “This is the fastest a train has traveled in the Southeast.” That test speed (130 mph) is about 5 mph above the speed it’ll travel once the expansion between Orlando and West Palm Beach opens. The train will continue to be tested at that speed within the 35-mile corridor between the airport and Cocoa. And Brightline is expected to do some more testing soon at around 110 mph in Brevard County. Eventually, testing will be done in a “simulated service” manner, which will basically test the route the train will run as if it was making a normal trip along the entire corridor. ©Brightline via The Orlando Sentinel According to the Orlando Business Journal, service between Orlando and South Florida will begin by the end of June. That lines up with the second quarter timeline previously provided (as the second quarter of 2023 would end on June 30th). Once the train opens, it will travel at 110 mph between West Palm Beach and Cocoa. And then it’ll pick up speed and go 125 mph between Cocoa and the Orlando International Airport. ©Brightline Construction is still at about 90% complete, but some things will be done soon. The Brightline train station at the Orlando Airport will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony in April. That is for the station only though. Again, service between South Florida and Orlando isn’t expected to start until the second quarter of 2023. And work continues on the path the train will then take through Orlando. The Sunshine Corridor plan is the current strategy. It would have Brightline share a corridor with the existing SunRail service, and it would make stops (potentially) at the Orange County Convention Center and South International Drive. A potential stop “near” Disney World has also been discussed. The plan is then to eventually connect with Tampa (if possible). © Orlando Business Journal We’re continuing to keep an eye out for updates on the train situation. If you’re interested in a transportation method from South Florida to Orlando that’ll take the stress of driving off of your shoulders, stay tuned for more updates. In the meantime, click here to get a look INSIDE the Orlando Airport Brightline train station. Click here to learn about the best airport to use for a Disney World trip 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. Will you be taking the train? Tell us in the comments. The post We're One Step Closer to the Opening of the Brightline Orlando Airport Train first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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There are some great travel times coming up at Disney World, Disneyland, and beyond! The EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival is in full bloom, the 50th anniversary celebration is still going strong for a bit longer, and springtime just around the corner! This means today is the perfect time to plan your next trip — and we have details on some great DEALS and DISCOUNTS! EPCOT is in full bloom! Today our friends at Small World Vacations have compiled all of the current Disney World, Disneyland, Disney Cruise Line, Aulani, and Adventures by Disney discounts for DFB readers. The agents at Small World Vacations know how to save money on your Disney Vacation! When you book your vacation with Small World Vacations, their experienced agents monitor your reservation for possible future savings. They also compare discounts and figure out which one works best for your travel party, dates, resort, and touring plans. And, they share expert tips and first-hand advice with you about your magical vacation. Current Walt Disney World Deals and Discounts Disney Dining Card Offer If you book a minimum 5-night stay at a Disney World Resort with at least 4 days of tickets, you could be eligible to get a Dining Promo Card. The offer, which is now available, only applies to trips booked for arrival dates between July 1st, 2023, and September 14th, 2023. Chefs de France The offer is good for up to a $750 Dining Promo Card. 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Spring and Summer Discounts You can save up to 25% on stays from April 10th to July 10th and up to 20% on stays throughout March! Pop Century Resort You’ll want to check out the savings at the select hotels for this offer! Click here to check out this spring and summer offer! Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser Offer You can save up to $700 on a 2-night stay at select Disney World hotels when combined with select Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser voyages. Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser If you book a voyage on the Galactic Starcruiser from February 5th through September 30th, 2023, you can save money on select Disney World hotels. This offer is valid for stays immediately before or after your voyage on the Starcruiser. Click here to read more about this offer. Disney Visa Offer If you have a Disney Visa Card, you can save up to 25% on Disney hotel stays in early 2023! This offer is valid for select Disney World Resort hotels for stays on certain nights through April 30th, 2023. Disney VISA This offer is for most Sunday through Thursday nights through February 28th, 2023, and most nights from March 1st, 2023, through April 30th, 2023. Click here for more deals on this Disney Visa offer! Florida Resident Offer A new hotel deal has been announced for Florida residents in early 2023. POP Century! On most nights from March 1st to April 30th, 2023, Florida Residents can save up to 20% on rooms at select Disney World Resort hotels. Click here to see the details of this offer! Annual Passholder Offer Passholders can save up to 25% on rooms at select Disney World Resort hotels in early 2023. Click here for more details on this new Annual Passholder deal! Art of Animation And, check out this other Annual Passholder offer! Passholders can save up to 30% on select Disney World hotel rooms during the window of May 1st through July 10th. 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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 http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/customemailexample.jpg Are you planning to visit Disney World soon? Let us know in the comments below! The post All the NEW Disney Deals and Discounts for Your Next Vacation! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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Can you tell how excited we are about the opening date of TRON Lightcycle / Run in Disney World?! TRON Lightcycle Run We got the chance to preview the attraction and shared our thoughts here. With such an exciting attraction about to debut, we can only wonder what else might be on the horizon. According to one Disney Parks executive, TRON is just “the tip of the iceberg.” Apparently, we aren’t the only ones counting down the days until TRON is officially open to guests — Disney Parks, Experiences, and Products chairman Josh D’Amaro is just (if not more!) excited. It all starts on April 4th, when guests will be welcomed into The Grid on the ride’s opening day. TRON D’Amaro shared his excitement in an interview with the Orlando Business Journal, saying: “Our Imagineers, our entire team, are incredibly ambitious about the experience here and how it will continue to grow and evolve. You’ve seen it come to life with the 50th anniversary coming out of the pandemic and how we stood right back up and brought back all the things people love and added new things. You have seen it at EPCOT — it’s totally transforming — and that will continue to transform.” TRON interior As far as EPCOT goes, D’Amaro is likely referring to the new coaster Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, and Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure — other innovative attractions that have recently opened in Disney World. Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind To bring you up to lightspeed (see what we did there?), TRON is one of the fastest Disney rides in the world at nearly 60mph, and places riders in a motorcycle-riding position (though there are adaptive seats for those who need them — read more about that here!). The coaster launches riders forward while lights, images, and other feats of Imagineering whizz by. TRON “Tron is spectacular, and adding something of this size and scope to the most visited theme park in the world is pretty ambitious and incredible,” said D’Amaro, commenting on the looks he sees on the faces of folks who have just walked off the ride. It might just be that look that keeps D’Amaro motivated to bring bigger and better experiences to Disney parks. TRON during the day “…it adds to the whole experience we offer here. But there’s no end… TRON is the tip of the iceberg of what’s coming.” And if we’re excited about the attractions we know are coming to the Disney parks, imagine what Disney knows that we don’t yet. If you ask us, that’s even more exciting. TRON vehicle Tiana’s Bayou Adventure is underway after the recent closure of Splash Mountain at Magic Kingdom (with Disneyland soon to follow…maybe), and Journey of Water — Inspired by Moana will be opening later this year at EPCOT. Model of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure at the 2022 D23 Expo Whatever new experiences and attractions are on the horizon for Disney parks, we can’t wait to find out. At last year’s D23 Expo, D’Amaro teased a few projects in early development — including a Magic Kingdom expansion with new lands and a total overhaul of DinoLand U.S.A. at Animal Kingdom. As for now, these are just “Blue Sky” ideas and we haven’t heard a peep about these announcements since. Possible Land Expansion in Magic Kingdom If TRON is the tip of the iceberg, we’ll be waiting to see what’s under the surface! For the latest Disney parks news and more, be sure to stay tuned to DFB! Big Changes Coming to Disney World in 2023 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 most excited about coming to the Disney parks? Tell us in the comments. The post “TRON Is the Tip of the Iceberg” — Disney Executive Comments on Upcoming CHANGES first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Spring is in the air at Disney World, and it smells suspiciously like dessert… . It smells good in here! Oh wait, that’s just the smell of all the NEW seasonal treats that just arrived at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort. That’s right, folks! The Grand Cottage is BACK for the season. In case you’re unfamiliar, Grand Cottage is an adorable pop-up treats shop that comes to the lobby of the Grand Floridian each spring, bringing us spring and Easter goodies that range from carrot cake to giant candy eggs. If you’ve got a sweet tooth or are simply looking for some Easter basket filler ideas, you’re gonna want to keep reading. We just made our first Grand Cottage visit of the season, and let us tell you that it did NOT disappoint. We tried three of this year’s treats and decided to make a whole post to tell you all about them! Spoiler alert: our sweet tooth is definitely satisfied. BUT, let’s not get ahead of ourselves! Let’s try some food. Look at these sweets! First up, we tried the Lemon Blueberry Whoopie Pie for $8! This treat consists of a lemon-based whoopie pie with blueberry filling and a white chocolate Grand Floridian Medallion. Will it taste as good as it looks? Let’s find out! Lemon Blueberry Whoopie Pie Our first impression was that this dessert is VERY pretty! This chocolate is super decadent — nice and smooth with the perfect amount of sweetness. The M&Ms were… well, M&Ms…. BUT overall, this is a delicious treat. This is a super fun snack and we recommend it to anyone who loves chocolate! It could also be a great snack for kids. However, if you prefer dark chocolate, you might wanna skip this one. A wonderful sight Last but not least, we tried the Confetti Cake Lamb Pop for $9.50! This is a lamb-shaped confetti cake pop with a dehydrated marshmallow coating. How cute is this?! Confetti Cake Lamb Pop Our first impression, of course, is that this treat is ADORABLE. It also ended up being delicious. The cake was perfectly sweet and moist, and the confetti sprinkles were a great touch. Inside of the Confetti Cake Lamb Pop The marshmallow exterior is very similar to the marshmallows you’d find in Lucky Charms cereal. If you love those, this treat is for you! We found that they gave this treat a bit of a weird texture, but it really is left up to personal preference. If you love confetti cake and marshmallows in all forms, this is the treat for you. This is another kid-friendly dessert, too! Confetti Cake Lamb Pop Well, there ya have it, folks! Grand Cottage didn’t disappoint, and we’re leaving the Grand Floridian with a satisfied sweet tooth and a full belly. If you’re looking for more Disney snack reviews, make sure to follow along, because that’s kind of our thing around here! For more springtime treats at Disney World, click the link below. Click here to check out some great eats at the 2023 Flower and Garden Festival! 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! Which of these treats do you want to try? Let us know in the comments! The post Shhh…🤫 We Know the SECRET To Finding DELICIOUS Desserts in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If you’re looking for a chocolate lover’s dream treat, we’ve found it! Chocolate lover’s dream! Disney’s newest dessert, the Chocolate ‘Muse’ Cake is now available at Walt Disney World and we just had to try it! Walt Disney World is celebrating Women’s History Month all month long in the parks, Disney Springs, and now at the hotels. Part of the celebration is lots of new treats! HerStory celebration We stopped by Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort to try out the new Chocolate ‘Muse’ Cake, which can be found at the World Premiere Food Court. World Premiere Food Court This cake is made of chocolate mousse with orange-ginger panna cotta, sugar cookie, chocolate glaze, and blackcurrant whipped cream. Chef Assistant Ashley helped create this treat, and her choice of flavors represents a balance of strength, boldness, and beauty. You can get this treat for $6.49. Chocolate Muse Cake celebrating HerStory At first glance, this is a gorgeous sleek design for the cake covered in rich chocolate. The Orange-Ginger panna cotta helps to break up the richness of the chocolate coating. When we cut into the inside of it to taste it, we found that there’s not a ton of the orange-ginger panna cotta, and it’s all in the exact center of the treat, so not every bite has its help in the flavoring. This could present a challenge for those that don’t enjoy a very rich chocolate dessert. We would recommend this treat to chocolate lovers that could handle a chocolate overload. If you wouldn’t like a strong chocolate, orange, or ginger flavoring this is probably a snack you won’t mind missing. Cross-section of Chocolate Muse Cake Overall it was a great addition to the HerStory desserts we’ve seen pop up to share inspiring stories about the women that create them and learn a bit more about the creative process being this tasty treat. As always, stay tuned to DFB for the latest in Disney snack news! ALERT: These 6 Popular Disney World Snacks Could Disappear on April 1st 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 picking up this treat? Tell us your thoughts about it below! The post No Chance, No Way You’ll Turn Down This NEW Disney Treat first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s a sad day when Disney restaurants close their doors. Sleeping Beauty Castle in Disneyland But that typically means something new is on the horizon — and if there’s one thing that makes us extremely happy, it’s having new Disney foods to try! Now that we’ve pumped you up, we do have some less-than-stellar news about two Disney restaurants that are closing. Catal Restaurant and its outdoor bar Uva Bar & Cafe will be closing “to make way for an exciting new addition to the Downtown Disney District” in Disneyland! Catal is a modern and colorful Mediterranean-inspired restaurant, while its outdoor bar, Uva, Is a great spot for a small (or big) meal and a drink, and it’s also the perfect place to soak up some California sunshine. Catal Based on the Disneyland website calendar, it looks like the last day to dine at Catal or Uva will be April 9th. ©Disney After that, no times are showing up as available for reservations. For now, Disney hasn’t shared what might be taking the place of these eateries, but with such a great outdoor space like Uva Bar & Cafe, we can only hope it’s something equally as nice. ©Disney Whether or not the space will stay shared or potentially split into different concepts remains to be seen, but we’ll be keeping an eye out for more updates on this — because if there’s one thing we’re excited about, it’s new Disney food! Uva Bar and Cafe Be sure to stay tuned to DFB for the latest Disneyland news and more. The ULTIMATE Guide to Disneyland in 2023 Want to Learn More About Disneyland? Check Out the Links Below! See Our DFB Disneyland Restaurants Guide Learn About Disney Genie and How to Use it in Disneyland Check Out What You Need to Know About the Theme Park Reservation System for Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Get All the Info About Closures and Construction at Disneyland Learn All About Disneyland Park See What Marvelous Stuff You’ll Find at Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure Learn About Pixar Pier in Disney California Adventure Get All the Details About the Disneyland Mobile App Everything You Need to Know About Mobile Order in Disneyland Learn More About Disneyland’s Magic Key Program Full Details About the Holiday Season in Disneyland Full Details About Halloween Time at Disneyland Get Some STRANGE Tips for Disneyland Should You Go to Disneyland in 2022? Click HERE to Check Out Lots of Other DFB Posts About Disneyland Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe What do you think of this closing news? Let us know in the comments! The post DATE REVEALED for the CLOSURE of 2 Disney Restaurants first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Listen, keeping up with Walt Disney Imagineering is a full-time job in itself! ©Walt Disney Imagineering R&D Inc. It’s safe to say that the Imagineers lead the entertainment and theme park industry with their creativity and innovative ideas, from the creation of the Disney parks, to the massive Disney Cruise Line ships, to the technology used to film fan-favorite Disney movies. Going behind the scenes of Imagineering is so special, and it’s great to know the driving forces behind the team. Disney just shared that Bruce Vaughn will be returning as Chief Creative Officer (CCO) of Walt Disney Imagineering, effective March 20th, 2023. He will then head the company alongside Walt Disney Imagineering President Barbara Bouza. This duo will oversee the Imagineering team under Josh D’Amaro, Disney Parks, Experiences, and Products Chairman. Bruce Vaughn, Photo by Getty Images D’Amaro sent in an email to Imagineers, “With significant developments under way and more on the horizon, this dedicated focus toward creativity and innovation will help us deliver next-level experiences well into the future.” It’s Josh D’Amaro! Vaughn seems to be well equipped for this job, as he previously served in this role for nine years before resigning in 2016 to create and lead Dreamscape Immersive, a virtual reality experience company. Shortly after, he joined Airbnb as Vice President of Experiential Creative Products, where he designed ways to heighten the Airbnb experience. ©Airbnb Vaughn told Disney, “I’ve remained an Imagineer at heart, so I’m thrilled to join Barbara and reunite with this phenomenal global team of creators and innovators during this pivotal time.” ©Disney Numerous changes are underway within the Walt Disney Company, as we learned during Disney CEO Bob Iger’s quarter one earnings call for fiscal 2o23. From a vast company restructuring to a new shift in focus to the world of streaming and movie production, we’d say “pivotal time” is a great way to put it. ©D23 We post all the time about Disney news and updates so that you’re never out of the loop! Follow along for more Disney news, from Bob Iger statements to the best snacks in the parks. Oh, and if you’re looking for more on Walt Disney Imagineering, click the link below! Click here for a behind-the-scenes look into an exciting Imagineering project! 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 do you think about the return of Vaughn? Let us know in the comments! The post Disney Announces Executive Leadership CHANGE first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Here at Disney, inclusion is for everyone – we all deserve to feel seen, heard and understood. One Magic Kingdom Park cast member, Walter Jefferson, puts this into practice every day as he communicates with guests who may be deaf or hard of hearing through sign language. Recently, one of Walter’s many special interactions was […]View the full article

Magic Kingdom is Walt Disney World’s crowning jewel. It’s the quintessential theme park featuring memorable rides. If you are a returning guest, I bet you still remember your first visit! Designed with six lands extending from a central hub, families spend their time traversing between Main Street U.S.A., Tomorrowland, Fantasyland, Liberty Square, Frontierland, and Adventureland. Part of the immense appeal of Magic Kingdom is the detailed theming of each area. Many attractions have multi-generational appeal, and most rides are absolutely well-suited to adults. Cinderella Castle Still, we have our favorite rides and want to share them with you. Breaking our recommendations into four categories, let’s take a look at the attractions that grown-ups should not miss when touring Magic Kingdom. Get your comfy walking shoes on as we’ll be traversing the park… let’s go! Best Nostalgia Rides It’s easy to get lost in childhood memories when exploring one of these attractions. Peter Pan’s Flight In Fantasyland, you’ll find long lines at this attraction as guests queue up to board a sailing ship. You won’t be the only one singing “You can fly! You can fly! You can fly!” as your journey takes you above London and onto Neverland. The updated queue that takes guests through the Darlings’ home, adds to the magic of this experience. Peter Pan’s Flight You’ll fly through this beloved story viewing beloved characters and charming scenes. It’s like revisiting your childhood friends! Secrets of Peter Pan Flight’s Standby Queue Jungle Cruise Nestled in Adventureland, this outdoor riverboat ride features hilarious skippers delivering puns that are fun for everyone. Adults in the know seek out this attraction at nighttime when the river is extra enchanting. During the holiday season, don’t miss the Jingle Cruise with holiday jokes and festive decorations. Jungle Cruise Keeping things fresh, Disney introduced a new storyline with brand-new characters in 2021. Climb aboard and follow this motley crew’s misadventures through the jungle! The cast of characters includes Felix Pechman XIII (that’s the skipper!), an acclaimed Canadian botanist (Dr. Leonard Moss), a celebrated Mexican artist (Rosa Soto Dominguez), Japan’s preeminent entomologist Dr. Kon Chunosuke, and the puffin-obsessed Siobhan “Puffin” Murphy. Learn More About the Jungle Cruise’s New Backstory! “it’s a small world” Whether your first Walt Disney World visit was at the age of 2 or 20, you’ve likely sailed this iconic and whimsical voyage in Fantasyland. The young and young-at-heart may joke about the song that tends to stick in their minds, yet many guests return to this attraction again and again. Besides being a gentle ride out of the hot Florida sun, this simplistic attraction does inspire cheerful smiles! “it’s a small world” Boats sail around the world visiting dancing animatronic dolls and animals in colorful costumes. Since opening day, October 1, 1971, this Mary Blair-designed attraction is also beloved due to it being a part of Walt Disney’s legacy. Love it or hate it, it’s clearly an attraction that is sentimental to many visitors when recalling their first Magic Kingdom visits. Look at the refurbishments made to “it’s a small world” Carousel of Progress Rest your feet and take a nostalgic time-out from the Tomorrowland crowds by adding Carousel of Progress to your itinerary. Seated inside a revolving theater, you’ll view four different stage scenes with amazing audio-animatronics. Carousel of Progress In 2022, grown-ups who fancy themselves Disney experts noticed some BIG changes to the finale scene. And those with a keen eye, also pointed out some more subtle changes at this attraction. Of course, we love that John (the father) now wears an apron saying “My Food Rocks” in the final scene. If you are a fan of Walt Disney, this is a must-see attraction. Best “Kid Again” Rides When you feel like being a kid again, head to one of these Magic Kingdom attractions. Mad Tea Party An outdoor attraction in Fantasyland, Mad Tea Party is a whimsical ride that can also turn your stomach upside down. If you want to be giddy and spin yourself silly, this is the place for you. Adults prone to motion sickness may want to skip this or ride prior to their next meal or Disney snack. Mad Tea Party The colorful teacups will spin when guests turn the wheel in the middle of the teacup ride vehicle. Inspired by Alice in Wonderland’s Unbirthday Party scene, this attraction is a kid-magnet, but adults may also want to revisit this familiar ride. Watch the teapot for a peek of the dormouse. Is Disney Planning an Update to Mad Tea Party? Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin Are you prepared to save the galaxy? Then, it’s time to battle Emperor Zurg by aiming your infrared laser at glowing, “Z” targets during a galactic exploration at this Tomorrowland attraction. Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin is an interactive ride. You’ll need to navigate your XP-37 Space Cruiser with a joystick while collecting points to defeat the evil Zurg and the little green men. Based on the total points collected, riders receive a Star Command Rank ranging from Space Cadet (lowest) to Galactic Hero (highest). Joining Buzz on this adventure is a whole lot of fun for space rangers of all ages! Help Buzz defeat Zurg! Opened in 1998, adults return here time and time again. It’s too irresistible to skip feeling like a kid inside an arcade or video game! Find out how to become a galactic hero on Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin! Dumbo the Flying Elephant Popular with the young and young-at-heart, part of Dumbo’s appeal is the ability to help the pachyderm fly high or low. As of 2012, there are now two side-by-side rides each featuring sixteen Dumbo elephants. Dumbo Board one of the 32 elephants and enjoy the views of Storybook Circus in Fantasyland! Adults with kids in tow: Don’t miss the play area! Country Bear Jamboree Wander to Grizzly Hall in Frontierland, then sit for a spell while watching the Country Bear Jamboree. This rollicking show features singing audio-animatronic animals that adults and kids alike find absolutely endearing. The corny jokes and cheesy tunes add to this delightful attraction. Country Bear Jamboree! Except for downtime during refurbishments, this country show has been playing since opening day, October 1, 1971! Adults appreciate that Walt Disney helped create the original concept design. Places to escape in Magic Kingdom when your anxiety is through the roof! Pirates of the Caribbean Ahoy — get ready for a fun time on the high seas at Pirates of the Caribbean! Starting from the exterior of the building through the entire boat ride, adults love this immersive attraction in Adventureland. Some of the scenes include a damp pirates’ cave, an enormous galleon ship exchanging cannonball blasts with a nearby fortress, and a village with marauding pirates. There’s even a 14-foot drop! We can just smell that Pirate water now! With elaborate scenes and a catchy theme song, Pirates of the Caribbean is an iconic Disney attraction. After the ride, check out the Plaza del Sol Caribe Bazaar gift shop for some pirate-themed merchandise. Everything You Need to Know About Disney’s Pirates of the Caribbean Ride! Best Mellow Experiences Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover Paging adults in need of a break! When the crowds in Walt Disney World feel crushing, head to Tomorrowland for a leisurely ride on Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover. Along the way, you’ll view Cinderella’s Castle as well as overlooks into Space Mountain and Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin. We recommend a ride at night when Tomorrowland is spectacularly lit up. Paging tired adults! If you close your eyes for a short siesta during this one mile and ten-minute journey, we won’t tell. Watch fireworks from the Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover! Liberty Square Riverboat The riverboat, Liberty Belle, transports guests on a ride around the Rivers of America during the colonial era. This half-mile ride sails around Tom Sawyer Island with guests free to walk around the boat to admire the various views. The Liberty Belle Riverboat in Disney World’s Magic Kingdom This steamship ride will give you approximately 13 minutes to escape the crowds onshore. The Ultimate Guide to the Best and Worst Seats on Every Magic Kingdom Ride The Hall of Presidents Located in the Liberty Square area of Magic Kingdom, The Hall of Presidents is a classic Disney attraction. And for good reason! It comes from an idea created by Walt Disney himself — “Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln,” which premiered at the New York World’s Fair in 1964. Hall of Presidents After watching a film, the show stage features incredibly lifelike Audio-Animatronic versions of each of the presidents throughout American history. Once inside the air-conditioned theater, snag a comfortable seat and take some time to chill. What long-standing tradition happens at The Hall of Presidents? Best Thrillers Some Magic Kingdom attractions combine amazing themeing with thrilling adventures. And of course, there are mountains. Yep, Disney World’s pretty famous for its mountains! TRON (well, it will be) TRON Lightcycle / Run will zoom into Fantasyland when it opens on APRIL 4th, 2023! Magic Kingdom’s newest ride could be one of its most thrilling, with a super-fast launch, a race through the Grid, and fun TRON details that make you feel immersed in the world of the Tron movies! Before you step into the games How fast are those Lightcycles? Well, they go up to 59 miles per hour! WE RODE TRON in Disney World — Here’s Everything You Need to Know! Space Mountain Every morning, thrill-seekers rope-drop to Space Mountain in Tomorrowland. You’ll plunge into the simulated darkness of outer space, while your rocketship navigates high-speed turns and small drops. Introduced in 1975, this indoor rollercoaster does not loop upside down, however it’s a daring adventure on a track that reaches 180 feet high. Space Mountain Okay, friends — we want to remind you that Disney announced new rules for Space Mountain riders. See What’s CHANGED at a Popular Magic Kingdom Ride Big Thunder Mountain One of the most popular attractions in Magic Kingdom, it’s time to mosey on over to Big Thunder Mountain in Frontierland. After all, it’s known in these parts as “The Wildest Ride in the Wilderness!” You’ll climb aboard a mine train that races through a haunted gold mine town during the gold rush days. Look for over 20 audio-animatronic animals! Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Thrill-seekers recommend the backseat because it offers you a faster ride while you plummet down the hills and turns. You’ll hoot ‘n holler on this coaster! Best Magic Kingdom Lightning Lanes Haunted Mansion Welcome, foolish mortals. Set on an eerie estate in Liberty Square, Haunted Mansion is home to 999 happy haunts. Brilliantly executed, this attraction is known for good humor and amazing effects. It’s frightfully funny and impossible to take in all the rich details. So, you must ride it over and over! Visit the Haunted Mansion, if you dare! After you meet your Ghost Host in the Stretching Room, you’ll board a Doom Buggy that takes you on a spooky tour of various rooms throughout the mansion. The iconic Hatbox Ghost will materialize at Magic Kingdom’s Haunted Mansion in 2023! Indeed, we’re all technically Disney adults here at DFB! And when you are in search of like-minded Disney fans in the parks, there are a few specific rides that you should not miss! Whether you are seeking nostalgia, thrills, or a place to mellow out, we hope you’ll have a memorable time on your next trip to Magic Kingdom. 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. Your turn to share. Finish this sentence: A Magic Kingdom day is not complete without a ride on…! 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It seems like it’s been ages since Tomorrowland Light & Power Co. (the gift shop by Space Mountain in Tomorrowland) had its sign. Tomorrowland Light & Power The Magic Kingdom store has been going under a bit of a revamp lately, and it’s been closed for several weeks now. We’ve been diligently checking each day for any changes, and today we weren’t disappointed! Tomorrowland Light & Power Co. finally has a new sign! This is the gift shop adjacent to Space Mountain and is where you could previously find merchandise for the attraction as well as other space-themed items (before it shut down for refurbishment, that is). Tomorrowland Light & Power Co. There’s still a portion of the façade that is covered, but now we can see some pretty snazzy new decorations! Below the clock feature, there’s a skyline of Tomorrowland that includes several of the area’s attractions. The clock itself has lightning bolts for hands but doesn’t appear to be ticking at the moment. A close up The new mural and sign are part of the area’s refurbishment for the opening of TRON Lightcycle / Run. We can’t see the entire mural yet but we’re willing to bet TRON is included! We’ve also seen what appears to be a new snack kiosk near the attraction, as well as a brand-new Tomorrowland sign at the exit of TRON. It’s interesting to see all of the new changes coming to Tomorrowland, so stay tuned to our site for more updates! Check out our ultimate guide to Magic Kingdom for this year so you don’t miss anything! 7 Random “Must-Bring” Items to Add to Your Disney World Park Bag 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. Comment below what you think of the new design! The post CHANGE Revealed at a Magic Kingdom Store first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The Hershey Company’s roots date all the way back to 1894, with their first chocolate bar product being sold in 1900. With close to 135 years of chocolate-making history, Hershey’s became responsible for some of the beloved candy we know today ©The Hershey Company The company has been responsible for the creation or acquisition of Reese’s, York Peppermint Patties, Twizzlers, the classic Hershey’s Kiss, and so many other candies. Yet, they’ve missed out on one big market…that is, until today. The Hershey Company announced two big NEW products today that begin to corner a market they previously didn’t enter: The dairy-free market. This announcement marks the debut of two vegan products: an almond and sea salt Hershey Bar and plant-based Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups! ©The Hershey Company The Hershey’s chocolate bar is made with oats instead of dairy and replicates the taste of milk chocolate without using milk. The Hershey bar is set to release nationally in April. The other product, the Reese’s peanut butter cup, is also made with oats. ©The Hershey Company The plant-based Reese’s cups are expected to release nationally this month and are a part of the company’s efforts to attract more customers with a selection of vegan options. We’re quite excited about what this may mean for the chocolate market and if other companies could follow suit. Would Mars Wrigley be next? What could that mean for vegan chocolate options at Disney World? Keep following DFB for more updates on all the latest Disney news. An all-new snack is coming to McDonald’s! 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. Will you try these plant-based options when they release? Let us know in the comments! The post BRAND-NEW Hershey's and Reese's Treats Are Coming Soon! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It seems like every time we walk the parks we notice something new! Welcome to Tomorrowland! We are used to construction at Disney World taking a looong time. Most of the time we see changes happening over a period of months or years, so when we see something pop up overnight like this it’s even more exciting. As we were meandering around Magic Kingdom today, we found a NEW Tomorrowland sign! It’s near the exit of TRON Lightcycle / Run, and we’re not surprised the park might be adding some new decor in the area. New sign! As you exit off of the TRON coaster, you’ll notice this new sign. It has the classic logo in a futuristic font on a sweeping wall that mimics the track and canopy of TRON. 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 do you think of this new sign? Comment your thoughts below! The post PHOTOS: There's Something NEW at TRON Lightcycle / Run in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article