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Wondering what Disney World food is going to impress you this year? Are you a pumpkin fan? Check out our picks for the BEST EATS of 2023 — here on DFB Guide. Check out our video below: BEST Food in Disney World in 2023 Are you a DFB Video subscriber? If you hit the button below, you can subscribe to our channel and catch up on ALL of our latest episodes! 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! 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 how to get FREE dining); 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. Are you planning to visit Disney World in 2023? Let us know in the comments below. The post DFB Video: BEST Food in Disney World in 2023 first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

February brought lots of tasty eats to Disney World as part of Disney’s Celebrate Soulfully event to honor Black History Month. But we’re not finished with the new treats yet. Valentine’s Day Cone There are a TON of new treats coming to the Disney parks to celebrate Valentine’s Day. If you’ll be at a Disney park soon, make sure you don’t miss out on any of these eats! Let’s dive into all the new treats, snacks, and drinks, starting with Disney World. Disney World Resorts Various Hotels My (Plant-based) Sweetheart Chocolate cupcake with a love-ly swirl of vanilla buttercream and sprinkles (New) (Plant-based Item) (Wheat/ Gluten Friendly) Available at the following hotels: World Premiere Food Court at Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort Intermission Food Court at Disney’s All-Star Music Resort End Zone Food Court at Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort Landscape of Flavors at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort Centertown Market at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort Spyglass Grill at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort Sassagoula Floatworks and Food Factory at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter Riverside Mill Food Court at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside Everything POP Shopping & Dining at Disney’s Pop Century Resort Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort, Disney’s All-Star Music Resort, and Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort Be My Valentine Sweet Treat Bag: Sugar cookies with house-made vanilla and raspberry marshmallows (New) (Available through Feb. 14; mobile order available) Available at the following food courts: World Premiere Food Court Intermission Food Court End Zone Food Court Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Boma – Flavors of Africa (Available Feb. 10 through 14) Zebra Domes: The classic Amarula mousse and white chocolate dessert with the addition of a pink stripe Jiko – The Cooking Place (Available Feb. 13 and 14 only) Wild About Mousse: Madagascan milk chocolate mousse, pistachio sponge, marinated citrus, and candied almonds (New) The Mara (Available Feb. 10 through 14; mobile order available) Zebra Mousse Cake: Amarula mousse cake inspired by the flavors of the iconic Zebra Domes (New) Sanaa (Available Feb. 13 and 14 only) Bananas For Mousse: Banana cake, peanut butter mousse, banana jam, banana cream, candied almonds, and caramel (New) Disney’s Art of Animation Resort and Disney’s Pop Century Resort Chocolate Lover’s Delight: Chocolate cupcake with hazelnut filling, chocolate hazelnut buttercream, white chocolate heart décor, and sprinkles (New) (Available through Feb. 14; mobile order available) Available at the following food courts: Landscape of Flavors Everything POP Shopping & Dining Disney’s Beach Club Resort Beach Club Marketplace (Available through Feb. 14; mobile order available) Sweets For My Sweet: Layers of cream cheese mousse, strawberry filling, vanilla cake, and a crispy strawberry vanilla base with glaçage and white chocolate décor (New) Beaches & Cream Soda Shop (Available through Feb. 28) Strawberry Minnie Milkshake: Strawberry milkshake with strawberry purée, red sprinkles, and a Minnie Mouse vanilla cupcake (New) Disney’s BoardWalk BoardWalk Deli (Available through Feb. 14) Strawberry Cheesecake Brownie: Strawberry cheesecake with chocolate cream and pink crisp pearls on a fudgy brownie (New) Flying Fish (Available Feb. 14 only) Cocoa Breach: Vanilla custard, chocolate bavarois, and feuilletine crunch with a heart-shaped overlay Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort Centertown Market (Available through Feb. 14; mobile order available) Dessert Bites: Mini brownies, white chocolate-dipped strawberry, and raspberry ganache-filled tart with buttercream (New) Disney’s Contemporary Resort California Grill (Available Feb. 14 only) Valrhona Ganache Torte: Whipped vanilla panna cotta, chocolate soil, strawberry gel, raspberry ganache macaron, and a chocolate-covered strawberry (New) Contempo Café (Available Feb. 10 through 14; mobile order available) Chocolate-covered Strawberry Cake: Chocolate cake filled with strawberry jam topped with strawberry buttercream and ganache Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort Barcelona Lounge (Available through Feb. 14) Passion Éclair: Choux pastry filled with a tart passion fruit ganache and topped with swirls of strawberry ganache, crisp white chocolate pearls, and chocolate hearts (New) Three Bridges Bar and Grill at Villa del Lago (Available Feb. 10 through 14) Guava Cheesecake: Guava and lime cheesecake on a coconut lime crust with strawberry variations and sugared puff pastry hearts (New) Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Gasparilla Island Grill (Available through Feb. 14; mobile order available) Almond Cheesecake Heart: Heart-shaped almond cheesecake with chocolate sponge cake enrobed in dark chocolate (New) Disney’s Old Key West Resort and Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa Good’s Food to Go and The Artist’s Palette (Available through Feb. 14; mobile order available) Love Letter Cupcake: Chocolate cupcake, strawberry pastry cream, chocolate mousse, and buttercream Disney’s Riviera Resort Le Petit Café (Available Feb. 10 through 14) Valentine’s Day Chocolate Box with a raspberry macaron, hazelnut praline truffles, and Riviera brownie Topolino’s Terrace (Available Feb. 10 through 14) Cupid’s Plated Dessert: Amaretto mousse, fruits rouge reduction, dark chocolate crumble, and raspberry sorbet (New) Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Kona Island (Available Feb. 9 through 14) Stitch and Angel Date Night: The ‘perfect pair’ of vanilla cupcakes – one with chocolate and peanut butter mousse filling and the other with peanut butter mousse and jelly filling (New) Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter and Riverside Sassagoula Floatworks and Food Factory and Riverside Mill Food Court (Available through Feb. 14; mobile order available) Dessert Bites: Mini brownies, white chocolate-dipped strawberry, and raspberry ganache-filled tart with buttercream (New) Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Roaring Fork (Available Feb. 10 through 14; mobile order available) Love Bug Marshmallow: Strawberry marshmallow with a ganache center on a graham cracker cookie (New) Honey Bee Mousse: White chocolate Earl Grey mousse with honey-lemon gelée center on almond cake (New) (Wheat/Gluten Friendly) Disney’s Yacht Club Resort The Market at Ale & Compass (Available through Feb. 14; mobile order available) Sweets For My Sweet: Layers of cream cheese mousse, strawberry filling, vanilla cake, and a crispy strawberry vanilla base with glaçage and white chocolate décor (New) Disney Springs Amorette’s Patisserie (Available Feb. 10 through 14) Valentine’s Entremet: Champagne strawberry mousse, strawberry pate de fruit, vanilla chiffon, and dark chocolate crunch (New) Beauty and the Beast Cake: Almond chiffon, cherry jam, cream cheese filling, red wine dark chocolate mousse, white chocolate pretzels, and red wine simple syrup (New) Raspberry Éclair: Raspberry panna cotta, raspberry jam, lemon curd, and raspberry crispies (New) Amorette’s Heart: Cherry mousse, chocolate biscuit, hibiscus lemonade mousse, and pistachio crunch (New) Strawberry Cheesecake: New York cheesecake, strawberry crunch, fresh strawberries, and meringue kisses (New) Little Love Strawberries: Strawberries dipped in ruby chocolate, white chocolate, and strawberry chocolate (New) The Ganachery Sparkling Strawberry Square (Available through Feb. 14) Valentine Marshmallow Pop (Available through Feb. 14) Sweetheart Minnie Mouse Pinata (Available through Feb. 28) Strawberry S’more (New) (Available through Feb. 14) Sprinkles (Available through Feb. 19) Raspberry Chocolate Chip Cupcake + Layer Cake: Chocolate chip-studded Belgian dark chocolate cake topped with luscious raspberry frosting Heartthrob Red Velvet: Red velvet cake topped with cream cheese frosting finished with our exclusive blend from Fancy Sprinkles I Love You Box: Four red velvet, four vanilla, and four raspberry chocolate chip cupcakes XOXO Box: Three dark chocolate, three red velvet, three vanilla, and three raspberry chocolate chip cupcakes Swirls on the Water (Available through Feb. 28) Rosa Regale DOLE Whip Float: Rosa Regale Sparkling Red Wine, DOLE Whip strawberry, and a chocolate covered strawberry Valentine’s Day Red Velvet Cone: Chocolate soft-served swirled with DOLE Whip strawberry served in a red velvet cone and topped with a chocolate-covered shortbread cookie (New) Vivoli Il Gelato (Available through Feb. 28) The Love Potion: Float with vanilla gelato, Fanta Strawberry, and whipped cream Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park Tiffins Restaurant (Available Feb. 14 only) Chocolate Raspberry Martini and Flourless Cake Duo: Chocolate and raspberry martini served with a flourless chocolate cake, white chocolate cremeux, and raspberry pearls (New) (Gluten/ Wheat Friendly) EPCOT Connections Café (Available Feb. 14 only) Chocolate Liege Waffle (New) Le Cellier (Available Feb. 14 only) Chateaubriand for Two: 16-oz Chateaubriand with crab mac & cheese, grilled jumbo asparagus, béarnaise sauce and au poivre sauce Valentine’s Day Dessert: Valrhona dark chocolate mousse, strawberry cake, strawberry gelato, and raspberry meringue Disney’s Hollywood Studios The Hollywood Brown Derby (Available Feb. 10 through 14) Red Velvet White Chocolate Mousse: Red velvet white chocolate mousse atop a chocolate cookie The Trolley Car Café (Available Feb. 10 through 14) Red Velvet Whoopie Pie: Red velvet cake filled with cream cheese buttercream topped with strawberry buttercream Disneyland Resort Disneyland Park Red Rose Taverne (Available through Feb. 28; mobile order available) Love Stuff: Red shortbread cookie, red velvet cake, raspberry, cookies and cream mousse, and heart sprinkles Stage Door Café (Available through Feb. 28; mobile order available) Chocolate-Strawberry Funnel Cake: Funnel cake with chocolate drizzle, brownie crumbles, diced strawberries, and whipped topping (New) Outdoor Carts in Frontierland (Available through Feb. 28) Strawberry Cheesecake Pretzel: Strawberry & Graham Cracker-dusted Cream Cheese Pretzel Strawberry Dipping Sauce Strawberry Cookies & Crème Churro: Strawberry and Butter Cookie-dusted Churro with Vanilla Buttercream Drizzle and Strawberry Cookie Topping Disney California Adventure Park Clarabelle’s Hand-Scooped Ice Cream (Available Feb. 10 through 14; mobile order available) Sweetheart Sundae: Chocolate and strawberry ice cream topped with strawberry sauce, whipped cream, a chocolate-dipped strawberry, and valentine sprinkles served in a chocolate waffle cup (New) Valentine’s Sprinkles (New) Lamplight Lounge and Lamplight Lounge – Boardwalk Dining (Available Feb. 10 through 14) A Toast to Love Flight: Three miniature cocktails featuring a spicy cocktail, a bitter cocktail, and a sweet cocktail The Flame: Bacardi Raspberry Rum, peach schnapps, mango purée, raspberry purée, lime juice, Sprite, and firewater bitters with a chile-lime rim The Ex: Absolut Citron Vodka, spicy bitters, blackberries, lemonade, agave nectar, and lemon juice The Love That Lasts a Lifetime: Bacardi Raspberry Rum, St. George, orgeat, raspberry purée, pineapple juice and Sprite Trolley Treats (Available through Feb. 16) Oswald Apple: Green Granny Smith apple dipped in chocolate and enrobed in dark chocolate with two long cereal treat ears dipped in dark chocolate and embellished with white and red chocolate. Downtown Disney District Ballast Point Brewing Co. (Available Feb. 14 only) Tres Leches Rose Water Cake: Rose-milk-soaked shortcake topped with candied rose petal (New) Black Tap Craft Burgers & Shakes (Available Feb. 10 through 14) Red Velvet Cake Shake: A red velvet cake batter shake with vanilla frosted rim with red and white sprinkles topped with a slice of red velvet cake, whipped cream, chocolate drizzle, and a cherry California Churro (Available through Feb. 19) Chocolate-covered Strawberry Churro: Churro rolled in strawberry sugar, drizzled with chocolate Catal Restaurant Valentine’s Day Pre-Fix Menu: Lobster Bisque followed by choice of Jumbo Scallops or Pork Belly Cassoulet as your main entrée and finished off with a sweet choice of Chocolate Mousse Cake or Cheesecake for dessert (New) (Available Feb. 14 only) Scarlett Kiss: Raspberry rum, lemon juice, simple, lemonade, soda water, fresh berries, and a splash of raspberry purée (New) (Available through Feb. 28) Kayla’s Cake (Available through Feb. 14) Valentine’s Day Gift Box: Six pre-selected macaron flavors of rose champagne, raspberry chocolate, strawberry cheesecake, red velvet, sea salt caramel, and Belgian dark chocolate Naples Ristorante e Bar (Available Feb. 11 through 14) Two Enchanted Centuria Martini: Tequila blanco, chilled espresso, Irish cream, and vanilla syrup topped with an edible flower and served with a special Valentine’s tiramisu dessert to share (New) Tortilla Jo’s (Available Feb. 11 through 14) Two Amor-ita Margaritas: Tequila, raspberry liqueur, organic margarita mix, and muddled raspberries served with a raspberry cheesecake to share (New) Ralph Brennan’s Jazz Kitchen Reef & Beef: Grilled jumbo shrimp and braised short ribs with creamy grits, green tomato chow-chow, and chili garlic butter sauce (Available Feb. 14 only) Chocolate Strawberry Martini: Strawberry vodka and chocolate liqueur (Available Feb. 6 through 19) Sprinkles (Available through Feb. 19) Raspberry Chocolate Chip Cupcake + Layer Cake: Chocolate chip-studded Belgian dark chocolate cake topped with luscious raspberry frosting Heartthrob Red Velvet: Red velvet cake topped with cream cheese frosting finished with our exclusive blend from Fancy Sprinkles I Love You Box: Four red velvet, four vanilla, and four raspberry chocolate chip cupcakes XOXO Box: Three dark chocolate, three red velvet, three vanilla, and three raspberry chocolate chip cupcakes Uva Bar & Cafe (Available through Feb. 28) Scarlett Kiss: Raspberry rum, lemon juice, simple, lemonade, soda water, fresh berries, and a splash of raspberry purée (New) Wetzel’s Pretzels (Available through Feb. 28) Choco Churro Bitz and Frozen Horchata Bundle: Cin-A-Bitz drizzled with dulce de leche and Ghirardelli chocolate sauce paired with frozen horchata topped with cinnamon (New) Hotels of Disneyland Resort Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa GCH Craftsman Bar (Available through Feb. 26) California Crush Cocktail: Crown Royal Regal Apple Whiskey, strawberry purée, lemon, and agave served with a mint sprig and strawberry heart garnish Tuxedo Strawberry Cocktail: Bacardi Raspberry Rum, dark crème de cacao, strawberry purée, and half & half served “up” in a chocolate-coated martini glass with strawberry garnish Love’s Lantern Cocktail: Skyy Citrus Vodka, Chambord, and lime garnished with edible flowers and a glow cube Craftsman Grill (Available through Feb. 21; mobile order available) Valentine’s Day Donuts Valentine’s Day Cupcake GCH Holiday Cart (Available through Feb. 26) Heart-shaped Linzer Cookie Mickey-shaped Valentine Cookie Valentine Macarons Assorted Cookie Box Chocolate-dipped Strawberries Valentine Crisped Rice Treat: Dark and white chocolate-dipped crisped rice treat Waffle Shot available with choice of milk, low-fat milk, chocolate milk or strawberry Hearthstone Lounge (Available Feb. 10 through 20) Sparkling Fire: Ketel One Vodka, St-Germain Elderflower Liqueur, Champagne, lemon juice, and raspberry gum syrup garnished with a raspberry and a dried rose petal (New) Disneyland Hotel Coffee House (Available Feb. 10 through 20; mobile order available) Sablé Heart Cookie with Raspberry Filling Red Velvet Cupcake Iced Raspberry Mocha Raspberry Mocha Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar (Available Feb. 10 through 20) Sablé Heart Cookie with Raspberry Filling Red Velvet Cupcake Hong Kong Disneyland Resort Hong Kong Disneyland Outdoor Food Carts (Available Feb 13, 15, 17, and 18) Mickey & Minnie Lovers Dessert Lollipop (New) Hong Kong Disneyland Hotel Walt’s Cafe (Available Feb. 14 only) Valentine’s Day Dinner Set with five courses and pairing with wine or mocktail Disneyland Paris Disney Newport Bay Club Captain’s Quarters Chocolate Cake: Chocolate mousse, mashed raspberry, and red fruits coulis Rum Crush: Rum, ginger beer, lime, and cherry nectar Flowers & Fizz: Saint Germain Liquor, cranberry nectar, lime, and blueberry Tokyo Disney Resort Tokyo Disneyland Camp Woodchuck Kitchen, Huey, Dewey and Louie’s Good Time Cafe, and Refreshment Corner (Available through Apr. 9) Sparkling Drink: Strawberry and elderflower syrups combined with a soda and filled with strawberry pulp Ice Cream Cones (Available through Apr. 9) Special Sundae: Strawberry and yogurt soft-serve with cream cheese whip cream Hot Chocolate & Orange: Milk chocolate drink with a hint of orange Pan Galactic Pizza Port Fondant Chocolat with a berry cause and cream Pecos Bill Cafe (Available through Apr. 9) Hot Chocolate & Orange: Milk chocolate drink with a hint of orange Tokyo DisneySea Hudson River Harvest and Sebastian’s Calypso Kitchen (Available through Apr. 9) Sparkling Drink: Strawberry and elderflower syrups combined with a soda and filled with strawberry pulp Refrescos and Sultan’s Oasis (Available through Apr. 9) Hot Chocolate & Orange: Milk chocolate drink with a hint of orange Shanghai Disney Resort Shanghai Disneyland Royal Banquet Hall Valentine’s Day Set Menu features exclusive tableside service and character meet-and-greet (Available Feb. 11 through 19) Festival Chocolate Fountain Weekend Afternoon Tea for Two featuring a picturesque chocolate fountain alongside macarons and more accompanied with a perfect cup of tea or coffee (Available through Feb. 10) Barbossa Bounty Feast for Two: Set sail on a sea of romance with a feast for two featuring roasted fish and pork rib seasoned with sweet-and-sour sauce, accompanied by delicious butter corn and crispy shrimp crackers (Available through Feb. 19) Mickey & Pals Market Café Feast for Two featuring roasted spring chicken paired with juicy Tomahawk pork chop (Available through Feb. 19) Spring Festival Afternoon Tea for Two: Adorable pastries and desserts along with delicious Duffy-themed beverages (Available through Feb. 19) Shanghai Disneyland Hotel Aurora (Available Feb. 11 through 19) Valentine’s Day Set Dinner for Two is for guests looking for a taste of romance (Available Feb. 11 through 19) We’ll be trying a bunch of these new sweets, so stay tuned to DFB for reviews of all the latest additions! Click here to see more limited-time eats in Disney World right now. 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! 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 how to get FREE dining); 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 of the new items would you try? Let us know in the comments. The post TONS of New Snacks and Treats Are Coming to Disney Parks SOON first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The Princess and the Frog is coming to the Disney theme parks in a BIG way! We missed you, Tiana! Splash Mountain recently closed in Disney World to make way for the retheme into Tiana’s Bayou Adventure. Disneyland has yet to begin this transition, but the park will get the same bayou-themed attraction and a Tiana’s Palace restaurant. In the meantime, you can get your Tiana fix in other ways including through NEW snacks in Disney World! From February 1st to March 31st, Tiana fans will want to head over to Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Go all the way down Sunset Boulevard and stop at Hollywood Scoops for Tiana’s Mardi Gras Milkshake! Isn’t it so much FUN? It’s Insta-worthy! This festive treat is a cinnamon vanilla milkshake topped with a Mardi Gras king cake doughnut — doesn’t it look delicious?! We’re big fans of the milkshakes at Hollywood Scoops (we’re still dreaming about you, Candy Cane Milkshake) so it’s no surprise that this one was also a hit. Mardi Gras vibes The milkshake was so rich and creamy, with a very big cinnamon taste (note that you’ll need to like cinnamon to appreciate it, but this is a cinnamon-lovers DREAM). The icing on the cup is pretty generic and is mostly there to hold up the sprinkles. The milkshake The donut was a cake donut, and although our reporter isn’t a big fan of cake donuts, we still thought it was pretty good. The sprinkles were ADORABLE, especially those gold coins, which also added a nice crunchy texture. So if you’re looking for something new to try, you can grab this through the end of March for $9.49. If you want something simpler, you can grab a plain ice cream cone from Hollywood Scoops instead! See a FULL LIST of new snacks coming to 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! 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 how to get FREE dining); 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 try this milkshake? Let us know in the comments! The post We Had a Milkshake for Breakfast in Disney World and We Have ZERO Regrets first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Well, we’re in for MORE winter, at least according to one particular groundhog. Looks like Elsa is going to be around a little longer this year While we were getting ready for rope drop at Disney World this morning, the rest of the world was holding its breath to see if a certain groundhog saw its shadow or not (spoiler alert: it did). But part of the ceremony at Gobbler’s Knob in Pennsylvania also included fireworks — and during the show, we heard some VERY familiar music. Yep, we were there recording the Groundhog Day fireworks (seriously, this is a BIG deal) and the accompanying music was from Star Wars! Then, Punxsutawney Phil came out and did his thing, seeing his shadow, and dooming us all to a longer winter. Oh, well, he’s not ALWAYS right, is he? But we thought it was fun that Star Wars music was used for the fireworks display. Have you checked out the latest Disney-themed t-shirts in our store? Click here – you’ll want to pick some up before your next Disney trip! Briar Patch Band Farewell Tour Stay tuned to DFB for more — we cover ALL Disney news, no matter where it happens! Check Out McDonalds’ NEW Disney Happy Meal Toys! 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! 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 how to get FREE dining); 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 Punxsutawney Phil’s prediction? Let us know in the comments! The post VIDEO: The Force Was Strong With Punxsutawney Phil This Morning first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World's Cosmic Rewind, Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser nominated for Visual Effects Society awards. View the full article

Love is in the air – and treats will soon be in your stomachs – because Valentine’s Day is nearly here. Check out all of the delicious treats in the newest Disney Eats Foodie Guide!View the full article

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You truly can’t go wrong with a classic sandwich. Earl of Sandwich Sandwich lovers typically flock to Earl of Sandwich in Downtown Disney (Disneyland) and Disney Springs (Disney World) for a bite of classic, old-fashioned deliciousness. Disneyland guests were saddened, though, when Earl of Sandwich closed indefinitely in Downtown Disney in January of 2022. If you were part of the sad no-sandwich club, (See what we did there? Club?) we have great news for you! As of February 1st, 2023, Earl of Sandwich is BACK in Downtown Disney! We missed you! For right now, you can grab all their signature sandwiches from a temporary location before their new permanent location — Earl of Sandwich Tavern — is open in the coming weeks. If you’re looking to grab a bite, Earl of Sandwich will be open at 11 AM on Wednesday, February 1st, and Thursday, February 2nd. Beginning on Friday, February 3rd, the location will begin opening at 8 AM each day. Earl of Sandwich The new Earl of Sandwich Tavern will feature a seated breakfast, lunch and dinner, in addition to a full bar! Make sure you follow along for more food news, reviews, and updates! Eating is serious business, and we’ll never lead you astray. Stay tuned to DFB for the latest! Click here for more Downtown Disney dining! 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 Are you excited about Earl of Sandwich’s return? Let us know in the comments! The post A Fan-Favorite Eatery is BACK at Downtown Disney! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

CELEBRATION, Fla. (Feb. 2, 2023) – In 2024, Disney Cruise Line guests will embark on extraordinary adventures with the return of Pixar Day at Sea and Marvel Day at Sea. Setting sail January through early March from Florida home ports, these exclusive events combine the fun and relaxation of a Disney cruise vacation with one unforgettable day inspired by beloved stories, legendary films and fan-favorite characters. Pixar Day at Sea During Pixar Day at Sea, which debuted on the Disney Fantasy in January 2023, guests are immersed in the ever-unfolding stories of their favorite toys, monsters and supers. The daylong celebration features one-of-a-kind entertainment that brings to life the beloved tales of Disney and Pixar’s “Toy Story,” “Monsters, Inc.,” “The Incredibles,” “Finding Nemo” and more. Families enjoy a rootin’ tootin’ breakfast, a totally awesome pool party, themed activities and treats, and character encounters around every corner throughout a fun-filled day at sea that culminates with a Pixar Pals Celebration dance party and a deck show of incredible proportions. Pixar Day at Sea will be offered on nine seven-night Caribbean cruises aboard the Disney Fantasy sailing from Port Canaveral, Florida. Departing Jan. 6, Jan. 20, Feb. 3, Feb. 17, and March 2, 2024, the eastern Caribbean itinerary includes Tortola, St. Thomas and Castaway Cay. Departing Jan. 13, Jan. 27, Feb. 10 and Feb. 24, 2024, the western Caribbean itinerary includes Cozumel, Mexico; George Town, Grand Cayman; Falmouth, Jamaica; and Disney’s private island in the Bahamas, Castaway Cay. Marvel Day at Sea Marvel Day at Sea combines the thrills of renowned Marvel comics, films and animated series with the excitement of a Disney cruise to unlock the inner Super Heroes in lifelong Marvel fans and newcomers alike. Occurring on one action-packed day during select Disney Dream cruises, Marvel Day at Sea offers all-day entertainment and encounters with the largest assembly of Marvel Super Heroes and Villains on land or at sea – including classic Avengers, sorcerors and Guardians of the Galaxy, plus Captain America Sam Wilson, Mighty Thor, Shuri, Okoye, Scarlet Witch and many more. Highlights include an extraordinary deck show spectacular with more than 30 characters from across the multiverse, a spellbinding theater show featuring masters of the Mystic Arts, family game shows, themed youth activities, and special merchandise and menus. Marvel Day at Sea will be offered on 10 five-night Caribbean cruises sailing from Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Departing Jan. 7, Jan. 21, Feb. 4, Feb. 18 and March 3, 2024, the western Caribbean itinerary includes George Town, Grand Cayman, and Castaway Cay. Departing Jan. 12, Jan. 26, Feb. 9, Feb. 23, and March 8, 2024, the western Caribbean itinerary includes Cozumel, Mexico, and Castaway Cay. Guests aboard Pixar Day at Sea and Marvel Day at Sea sailings will also enjoy all the fun and relaxation of a tropical Disney cruise vacation, from world-class entertainment and themed dining for families to dedicated spaces for guests of all ages. To learn more about Disney Cruise Line or to book a vacation, guests can visit disneycruise.com, call Disney Cruise Line at 888-325-2500 or contact their travel agent. View the full article

A LOT is going on in Disneyland right now. Disneyland The 100th anniversary is getting ready to begin in the parks, bringing with it new decorations, new food, TWO new nighttime shows, and more. On top of that, Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway, a new attraction for Disneyland, opens soon. However, things are going to be pretty busy on March 8th, too — meaning you may want to SKIP going to Disneyland on that day. That’s because March 8th is the reopening of Disneyland’s ToonTown! The entire land is in the process of getting a complete makeover, including “new, interactive experiences” so “families and young children can have more opportunities to play together inside Disneyland park.” Model of Mickey’s Toontown – REIMAGINED! The area is being transformed to offer new play experiences, more open grassy areas, and new landscaping. This includes the first thing they’ll see when walking into ToonTown, CenTOONial Park, which will feature areas for guests to play in, as well as be the icon for the land. Disney also has special plans to turn the fountain into a “unique spectacle” at night. CenTOONial Park Perhaps the biggest draw of the new ToonTown will be the “Dreaming Tree,” modeled after a tree that Walt spent a lot of time under when he was a boy in Marceline, Missouri, coming up with some of his grand ideas. ©Disney In addition to Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway, the two existing attractions in ToonTown will also reopen with the updated land: Roger Rabbit’s Car Toon Spin and a reimagined Gadget’s Go Coaster. Mickey’s ToonTown houses will also be updated. A new dining location, Cafe Daisy, is also being added. Cafe Daisy Needless to say, that’s a LOT of exciting stuff — and it’s highly likely that ToonTown’s grand reopening is going to bring serious crowds to the park. That means you’ll have to navigate crowded walkways and long lines, so if you want to go to Disneyland to check out ToonTown, maybe make a plan to go on a later date. If you are in the area on that day, though, you might be better off in Disney California Adventure, which could have lighter crowds. ©Disney If you just HAVE to visit ToonTown on its reopening day, be sure to make those park pass reservations as soon as you can — it’s likely they’ll go fast! We’ll be covering the big ToonTown reopening on March 8th, so if you can’t be there (or don’t want to be there), be sure to stay tuned to DFB for our ToonTown coverage! Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway You’re going to love our graphic tees for your next Disney World trip! Click here to see the whole collection! Go INSIDE Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway in Disneyland With Us! 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 Will you be going to Disneyland on March 8th? Let us know in the comments! The post You May Want to Avoid Disneyland on March 8th first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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There’s always a reason to celebrate around Disney World! Jock Lindsay’s Hangar Bar And Disney loves celebrating with — what else?? FOOD, of course! One of our absolute favorite spots to grab a bite to eat in Disney Springs is Jock Lindsay’s Hangar Bar, where you’ll find plenty of delicious eats and drinks to whet your whistle with, too. And right now, Jock Lindsay’s is serving up some special eats for Disney’s Celebrate Soulfully event — let’s check them out! You’ll find TWO eats over at Jock Lindsay’s all February long, as part of the Celebrate Soulfully event that honors Black History Month. First up, we’re trying the Chicken on the Egg — yes, you read that correctly. Celebrate Soulfully pop-up from 2022 This dish consists of deviled eggs topped with buttermilk fried chicken and hot honey sauce. You can get it for $15. But, does this tasty-sounding combo live up to the hype we’ve built in our heads? Chicken on the Egg We LOVED this combo! The chicken was wonderfully crispy with the delicious sauce that is sweet as honey, but with a buffalo-like heat that tingles on your tongue. The deviled egg is just like any normal egg, but it’s paired wonderfully with the chicken, making an unexpectedly delicious combo. We do think these are a little messy to eat and hard to do so in one bite, and we wish the deviled egg filling was a little thicker, but that’s us being really nit-picky! Yum! Unless you dislike eggs or chicken or aren’t a big fan of unique eats, we highly recommend this dish. Next up, we went for something a little sweeter with the Fried Sweet Potato Pie! It’s a sweet potato-filled pastry with spiced cinnamon sugar, maple bourbon sauce, and roasted pecan crumble for $10. Fried Sweet Potato Pie The sweet potato filling is smooth and spiced to perfection, and the whole treat really tastes like Thanksgiving. However, the sauce has an OVERWHELMING bourbon flavor, and the dough was a little undercooked. We also think this is a big price to pay for only 2 small pies. If you’re not a fan of sweet potatoes or bourbon, we definitely say stay away from this treat, but if you’re a pie fanatic, try it out! Lots of filling! A little savory, a little sweet — you can find them both at Jock Lindsay’s Hangar Bar all month long. We think it’s definitely worth hopping over to this restaurant to try these out for sure! Jock Lindsay’s Hangar Bar Keep in mind that this spot can get pretty busy, especially on the weekends and at night and they don’t take reservations. But trust us — it’s worth the wait! We’ll be bringing you even more reviews of new treats you’ll find around Disney World this month, so stay tuned to DFB for more. ALL the Celebrate Soulfully Treats You Can Get in the Disney Parks 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 heading to Jock Lindsay’s to try these new items? Let us know in the comments! The post 2 Snacks Are Bringing the Sweet HEAT in Disney Springs first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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The Shades of Green Resort is an Armed Forces Recreation Center located on Walt Disney World property near Orlando Florida. Shades of Green opened it’s doors on 1 February 1994 in the resort that was previously known as the Disney Inn/Disney Golf Resort which was owned by Disney World. (Updated January 2023) Room Rates Shades of Green […] The post Shades of Green’s Shifting Military Discounts appeared first on Military Disney Tips Blog. View the full article

Disney World is full of exciting entertainment, delicious snacks, thrilling attractions, and of course — CHARACTERS! Disney’s Hollywood Studios We just saw the return of Ariel at her Grotto in Magic Kingdom, and soon Belle will be back at Enchanted Tales with Belle, too. But, over at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, a RARE character has been spotted out and about greeting guests — and we’re taking you with us to check it out! We were on a leisurely journey through Disney’s Hollywood Studios today when we saw a RARE character greeting guests — Max Goof in his Powerline costume! This iconic A Goofy Movie character made multiple surprise appearances throughout the day. It’s Powerline Max! We ran into him over on Grand Avenue, by the entrance to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. Just look how adorable he is! While there’s no official character meet and greet for Powerline Max listed on the My Disney Experience app, keep an eye out for him the next time you’re at Hollywood Studios, and tell him we said hi! Hey dude! We’ll continue to keep an eye out for more rare characters around Disney World, so stay tuned to DFB for the latest! Where To Find ALL the Character Meet and Greets 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! 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 how to get FREE dining); 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. Are you going to look for Powerline Max on your next Disney World trip? Let us know in the comments! The post VIDEO: We Met a RARE Character in Disney World Today! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Well, February has arrived, and you know what that means — NEW food in Disney World! Contemporary Grounds We’ve already checked out Gideon’s Cookie of the Month (the Eternal Flame Cookie is back!). We also discovered one of our new favorite cakes in Disney World. We even had some AMAZING mac and cheese! But when we were perusing some goodies over at Disney’s Contemporary Resort, a certain MASSIVE donut caught our eye, so we had to try it. Meet the Valentine’s Day Donut, which is, yes, shaped like a heart (sort of…). It’s also MASSIVE! It’s a yeast donut with white icing and heart-shaped sprinkles. Although the flavor is a little basic (it’s just a regular vanilla donut), it gives us nostalgic feels, particularly with the icing that reminds us of the sugar icing we put on cookies. It’s HUGE Also, those sprinkles are ADORABLE. However, it was a little dry, but we picked it up later in the afternoon, so that could be because it was sitting in the case all day. Also, the heart shaping is a little off — but maybe it’s not easy making a donut look like a heart? Those sprinkles, though Overall, though, it’s a fun and celebratory sweet treat. If we’re going to accept any heart-shaped Valentines this year, it might as well be a donut, right? The donut was $5.99 at Contemporary Grounds. While we were wandering around Disney Springs today, we found more Valentine’s Day treats popping up, too, like the Red Velvet Cannoli at Vivoli il Gelato. It’s made with ricotta cheese, red velvet cake, and chocolate chips. Red Velvet Cannoli! We also found some new Valentine’s Day churros at Sunshine Churros. There’s the Strawberry Shortcake Churro, which is a churro rolled in powdered sugar and drizzled with strawberry dessert topping. It’s $7.95. Strawberry Shortcake Churro! You can also get the XOXO Churro, which is a churro rolled in powdered sugar, drizzled with chocolate and raspberry sauce, and topped with Valentine sprinkles. XOXO Churro SO many pink snacks, right? We’ll be trying even more of these Valentine’s Day treats, so be sure to stay tuned to DFB for more! 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! DFB Guide and Snacks Bundle 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! Here Are The Best Snacks at Magic Kingdom in Disney World for 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! 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 how to get FREE dining); 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’s your favorite Valentine’s Day snack or candy? Let us know in the comments! The post You’ll Have To Be QUICK To Try Disney’s New Treats! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

A big update about the future of Disney World’s Reedy Creek Improvement District (“RCID”) could be on the way soon. Reedy Creek The RCID — which essentially functions as its own county and has given Disney a large amount of control over the land on which it operates in Orlando — is set to be dissolved on June 1st, 2023 due to a law passed by the Florida legislature. A spokesperson for Florida Governor Ron DeSantis previously indicated that he expects a bill related to the RCID to be discussed next week in a special legislative session and now we’ve got another update on the situation. According to the Orlando Sentinel, Governor DeSantis has shared an important update about what will replace Disney World’s Reedy Creek Improvement District. Though he hasn’t shared many details regarding how the setup will actually work, reportedly a bill that will give the state of Florida control over the RCID is in the works. When the bill would be introduced or voted on has not been confirmed, but a spokesperson DeSantis did indicate that he expects a special session will take place next week on the RCID. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis ©Deadline At a news conference in Tallahassee DeSantis said, “We’re not going to have a corporation controlling its own government…That’s going to be reverted to the state. I’d rather it be the local [governments], but I don’t think that they’re prepared for it. So the state is going to have a board to run it.” He also shared that the state would make sure “there are no special legal privileges and that they’re abiding by the same laws. That will be in the bill. And then making sure they’re paying their fair share of taxes and paying the debt.” ©Fox10 News | Florida Governor Ron DeSantis DeSantis also insisted, once again, that this arrangement would not raise local taxes in Orange or Osceola County. Last year, Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings had said that removing the RCID’s self-governing status would be “catastrophic” for local taxpayers. Up until now, the RCID has paid all of the necessary bills for its law enforcement, 911 call center, and fire services. But that, at least in part, relies on the RCID’s ability to impose its own property taxes — it can actually impose property taxes at a rate that’s much higher than other cities and counties. (Bloomberg Tax) Reedy Creek Fire Department Sign Keep in mind that Disney has already been paying taxes to local counties. In an interview with Disney Food Blog, Dr. James Clark, a political analyst and senior lecturer at the University of Central Florida Department of History, said “the special district does not exempt Disney from paying property taxes.” He continued, “Disney is Central Florida’s largest taxpayer, paying nearly $300 million per year in property taxes to Orange and Osceola counties, as well as about $250 million in other state taxes. Reedy Creek Trash Cans If other counties had to assume many of the roles the RCID now performs, they would be doing it without any real expanded income. How this new state-created Board changes things remains to be seen. But perhaps it will essentially function as a replacement of the RCID, simply with a state-controlled rather than Disney-controlled board. Interestingly, UCF Professor Aubrey Jewett previously indicated that Disney, as the sole landowner in the District, may have to agree to certain new terms. So we’ll have to see just how that relates to this development. Reedy Creek Fire Department ©Reedy Creek It looks like more news about Reedy Creek could be coming very soon, so stay tuned for all of the latest updates. Click here to hear from Reedy Creek District leaders about the impending dissolution Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! What do you think will ultimately happen with the Reedy Creek Improvement District? Tell us in the comments. The post “We’re Not Going to Have a Corporation Controlling Its Own Government” — Governor DeSantis Comments on the Future of Disney’s Reedy Creek District first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Although Encanto was initially released in 2021, it’s still EVERYWHERE in 2023. Mirabel from ‘Encanto’ Kids can now get Encanto makeovers at Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique, Disney On Ice is celebrating Encanto, an Encanto Sing-Along concert will be touring soon, and more! Well, we’ve got even MORE Encanto news for you because Disney just announced that a runDisney event will be Encanto-themed. Although Disney has not yet released the overall theme for the 2023 Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend, it has given us the theme for one event for that weekend! ©runDisney According to runDisney, “When you run the 2023 Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon at Walt Disney World Resort, or in any destination of your choosing as a virtual participant, you’ll be cheered on by none other than Mirabel and the family Madrigal!” The half marathon event during this weekend is going to have an Encanto theme! Bruno at Disneyland We’ll have to keep an eye out for even more announcements about the runDisney weekend, including the themes for the remaining races and registration opening dates. But as soon as we know anything, we’ll be sure to let you know. Be sure to stay tuned to DFB for more! Have you checked out the latest Disney-themed t-shirts in our store? Click here – you’ll want to pick some up before your next Disney trip! How to Make Arepas from Disney’s ‘Encanto’ at Home 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! 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 how to get FREE dining); 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 participating in the 2023 Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon? Let us know in the comments! The post ‘Encanto’ Is Coming to Disney World in a NEW Way first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

DOLE Whip creations in Disney World can be wonderfully delicious or, apparently, DANGEROUS. Swirls on the Water We have had all kinds of DOLE Whip treats over the years — DOLE Whip flights, a POG juice DOLE Whip float, and floats themed to characters you can’t even meet in Disney World. But Disney’s latest DOLE Whip option is one that may be dangerous for a very specific reason. Introducing the Valentine Red Velvet Cone! You can find this snack at Swirls on the Water in Disney Springs. The Valentine Red Velvet Cone is made with DOLE Whip° Strawberry, Chocolate Soft-serve Ice Cream, Heart Sprinkles, and a Chocolate-covered Mickey-shaped Cookie. It’s all served in a red waffle cone. You can pick one up for $6.49. The Ingredients We’ve seen Valentine’s Day DOLE Whip creations in the past (we’ve even seen some at Disneyland!), so we had to give this one a try! First, in terms of looks, there’s no denying that this is a totally Instagrammable, beautiful treat. The red in the cone really pops, the sprinkles add a fun touch, the colors of the DOLE Whip and soft serve mix really well, and the Mickey cookie on top is just the “icing on the cake.” So Fun! In terms of taste, it’s also a solid treat — combining those classic Valentine’s day flavors of strawberry and chocolate. But keep this in mind — the chocolate and strawberry here are VERY different (in terms of texture and flavor), mainly because the chocolate is soft serve ice cream while the strawberry is DOLE Whip. The chocolate is a bit smoother, while the DOLE Whip is slightly different. Plus, the strawberry is very tangy, which we loved, but it could throw some people off if they’re expecting a milky, mild taste similar to strawberry ice cream. If you go in knowing how different those two elements are, you may really enjoy this treat. But if you don’t expect it, it can be a bit jarring. Valentine Cone The little Mickey cookie on top was crisp and crumbly on the inside and had a nice chocolate covering. It was nice, but nothing tremendously special. So what’s the big problem or danger with this treat? Well, it actually is the cone, or rather the sprinkles and the way they’re stuck to the cone. While the sprinkles on the cone create a neat effect visually, it looks like Disney used a clear liquid sugary substance to stick them there. That might otherwise be fine, but in this instance, that liquid made things VERY sticky and hard to eat. See the Sticky Substance and the Sprinkles? When we got to the edge of the cone and started to bite into the portion with the sprinkles, the sugary substance practically made our teeth stick together. That was really unexpected in a not-so-great way. We could see this really discouraging people from eating the rest of the cone because you have to get through that extremely sticky portion at the top to get to the “good” part closer to the middle/bottom. To us, it was a critical flaw. We either had to get through the dangerously sticky part that made us fear for the health of our teeth to really enjoy the red velvet cone and the soft serve at the bottom, or forgo those last few bites of ice cream. It was a situation we did NOT want to be put in. A Difficult Choice Overall, if you love Strawberry DOLE Whip and chocolate ice cream, want a pretty Valentine’s Day treat, and are willing to chomp through that sticky portion, this could be a good option for you! But if you’re looking for a more milky strawberry ice cream flavor and do NOT want to feel your teeth stick together because of all that sugar with the sprinkles, you will want to stay away! We expect this seasonal snack will only be available around the Valentine’s Day holiday, so grab it while you can if you want to give it a try. Would You Grab This? For more Disney snack news, click here to see what fancy treats have arrived in Disney Springs, or click here to see where we found one of the BEST cakes in all of Disney World. See what snacks have recently arrived at Gideon’s Bakehouse in Disney Springs! 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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If you’re spending the day at EPCOT, you have tons of tasty food options. Let’s explore the BoardWalk! Between the food booths at the 2023 EPCOT Festival of the Arts, character dining options, and ultra-expensive sit-down dining experiences throughout the park, you definitely won’t go hungry! But we recently took a few steps just outside of EPCOT to have a bite to eat at the Pizza Window along Disney’s BoardWalk, and we’re bringing you all the details! Atmosphere If you take a quick walk outside of EPCOT’s International Gateway you’ll find Disney’s bustling BoardWalk, a 9,600 square-foot collection of shops, restaurants, and entertainment. The BoardWalk Pizza Window is an outdoor restaurant that serves up slices of pizza and other small snacks along the water. BoardWalk Atmosphere This quick-service location has an order window with a small menu, and you’ll find a self-serve counter with plastic utensils, napkins, and condiments nearby. You won’t find any indoor seating, and there isn’t much shade, so keep that in mind on a hot summer day in Florida. But, if you don’t mind the outdoor seating, you’ll have a beautiful view of the water. Isn’t that relaxing? In the evening, the BoardWalk becomes quite the area for entertainment with musicians and other performers — so this could be the perfect place to grab a quick bite and enjoy some entertainment! Eats To order your food, you’ll wait in line at the window and place your order with a cast member. Occasionally, Mobile Order is available at this location as well. BoardWalk Pizza Window The menu here is pretty limited, but you’ll be able to order a slice of classic cheese or pepperoni pizza, a side salad, and dessert, as well as a few drink choices. ©Disney There are also a few craft beer options for you to enjoy as well as a tasty sangria. ©Disney We decided to try both slices of pizza, the side salad, and the mini cannolis. The full spread We started off with the side salad, which we got for $4.49. Eat your veggies! This salad had a nice mix of greens and vegetables, with a ton of cucumbers, carrots, and tomatoes. The veggies were fresh, but there wasn’t anything fancy about it and it reminded us a little of a cafeteria salad. Dressing pour! Overall, we still thought it was worth the price and think that those looking for a quick, healthy bite to eat on the go would enjoy this. Now it’s time for the pizza! We tried the pepperoni slice first, which we got for $9.29. Look at those pepperonis! The tomato sauce was sweet, and this slice had a nice, tangy flavor to it. The dough was light and airy, which makes this a great choice if you’d like to have pizza for lunch and not feel sluggish afterward. Pizzaaaaaaaa The cheese pizza was a tad cheaper and cost us $8.79. Cheesy! This was similarly light and airy, with a sweet tomato sauce, and we thought it was pretty tasty. Overall, we liked the two slices of pizza, but they were a little pricey for what we got. They didn’t leave us feeling full, and for the price, we were expecting them to. But, if you’re looking for a slice of pizza and want it on the lighter side — this might be for you! For dessert, we tried the mini cannolis, which cost $4.59. We couldn’t skip dessert! We thought the shell was good and tasted like a true cannoli. The filling was also tasty, but maybe not super authentic tasting. Mini cannoli This came with 4 mini cannolis, which we thought was a great value! If you’re looking to save some money and share a quick dessert with some friends, this might be a great option for you. If you’re a little more on the traditionalist side when it comes to your Italian desserts, you may want to skip this one. You can find some tasty ice cream at BoardWalk Ice Cream next door! Nosh or Not Stop by the BoardWalk Pizza Window if… You’d like to venture outside of EPCOT for lunch and want a quick bite to eat. You want to take in the atmosphere of the BoardWalk at night and want a quick snack while you enjoy the sites. You’re looking for a great outdoor atmosphere by the water to enjoy while you eat. Skip the BoardWalk Pizza Window if… You’re looking for a pizza with a good bang for your buck. You prefer a more authentic Italian food experience. You’re looking for a large variety of options on the menu. Overall We enjoyed this spot quite a bit! The food was pretty good, even if it was pricey for what you were getting. Enjoying the atmosphere of sitting by the water along the scenic BoardWalk made this experience really memorable for us, and if you’re looking for a relaxing break to your EPCOT day, you might really like stopping here for lunch. However, if you’re looking for some top-notch pizza inside EPCOT, we prefer Via Napoli in the Italy Pavilion. 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We want to show you the quickest way to immediately feel fancy in Disney World. Amorette’s Patisserie Just head on over to Amorette’s Patisserie in Disney Springs and grab yourself one of their lovely little cakes! Amorette’s has added two new cakes to their menu, and if they taste half as good as they look we are in for a treat. First off, we have their Celebrate Soulfully item, which is aptly named the Soul Petit Cake! This is a chocolate chiffon cake with dark chocolate mousse, raspberry pate de fruit, raspberry mousse, and white chocolate crisp pearls. You can get yours for $22. Soul Petit Cake The design was inspired by the Disney Pixar film Soul, with music notes dancing around this cake and abstract piano keys on the top. Joe Gardner’s smiling face greets you from the top, surrounded by vibrant yellow fondant. What a design! The other new treat takes its inspiration from a much older Disney movie. The Peter Pan Petit is made of a pixie dust chiffon cake with Earl Grey milk syrup, Earl Grey mousse, and a lemon curd. This cake is also $22. Peter Pan Petit How beautiful is that design? Peter and the Darling children are flying through the night sky to Neverland, complete with fluffy white clouds! We’re always amazed at the new designs they come up with. Both cakes look very pretty, but $22 is pretty hefty for a small portion of cake. However, they’re bound to look great on your social media, and maybe you’re looking for a fancy treat to celebrate a special occasion! Amorette’s Patisserie Head on over to Amorette’s in Disney Springs to try out these new flavors, and keep following DFB for more updates on all the latest Disney news. Click here to view all of the snacks, dishes, treats, and more coming to Disney World for Celebrate Soulfully! 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 one of these treats would you prefer to try? Comment your pick below! The post Fancy (but PRICEY) New Treats Have Arrived in Disney Springs! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article