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Scarlett Johansson has had a somewhat rocky relationship with Disney over the last couple of years, but it sounds like the actress isn’t holding any grudges. ©Getty Images Johansson recently appeared on the podcast “Table for Two with Bruze Bozzi” and commented on her acting background, how she broke out of the “bombshell” stereotype, and what her dream job is for the future. Considering the controversy that ensued after Disney’s Black Widow release which led to Johansson’s lawsuit against Disney, that dream job might surprise you! Scarlett Johansson starred in Marvel’s Black Widow, which was released in July 2021 both in theaters and on Disney+ (with premiere access). The dual theatrical-streaming release led Johansson to file a lawsuit against Disney, stating that “her agreement with Disney’s Marvel Entertainment guaranteed an exclusive theatrical release, and her salary was based in large part on the box-office performance of the film.” Black Widow Disney reportedly responded with a statement that they complied with Ms. Johansson’s contract and that the release of Black Widow on Disney+ with Premier Access actually significantly enhanced her ability to earn additional compensation. Johansson and Disney reached a settlement in late September of that same year, although details about the settlement were not disclosed. ©Disney When the settlement was reached, both Johansson and Disney commented. Johansson said, “I am happy to have resolved our differences with Disney…I’m incredibly proud of the work we’ve done together over the years and have greatly enjoyed my creative relationship with the team. I look forward to continuing our collaboration in years to come.” Disney Studios chairman Alan Bergman said, “I’m very pleased that we have been able to come to a mutual agreement with Scarlett Johansson regarding Black Widow.” ©Disney/Marvel Following the dispute, some questioned whether Johansson would still work with Disney on the upcoming Tower of Terror film that she was originally slated to both star in and produce. Bergman confirmed that Johansson would still be a part of that project when he said, “We appreciate [Johansson’s] contributions to the Marvel Cinematic Universe and look forward to working together on a number of upcoming projects, including Disney’s Tower of Terror.” Tower of Terror In a recent podcast episode on “Table for Two with Bruce Bozzi,” Johansson revealed a somewhat surprising career goal, given all the recent drama: “My ideal job is a corner office on the Disney lot. Like a little [bungalow]. That’s what I want.” It sounds like both Johansson and Disney have put the past behind them, and Johansson hopes to continue working on more Disney films. A “corner office” seems to imply more involvement in production and the creative aspects of the films rather than only acting in them, which corresponds with the actress’s role in Tower of Terror as a producer. ©Vanity Fair Other parts of the conversation between Bozzi and Johansson revealed some of Johansson’s feelings about movie sets: “Every time I pass by a movie set in New York, I get a feeling of warmth mixed with panic, mixed with pity.” Johansson also commented on her early career and how some labeled her as “an ingenue and a bombshell” (The Hollywood Reporter). She said that a bombshell in Hollywood is an actress that “burns bright and quick and then is done.” “I did Lost in Translation and Girl With the Pearl Earring and by that point, I was 18, 19 and I was coming into my own womanhood and learning my own desirability and sexuality.” She went on to say, “I was kind of being groomed, in a way, to be this what you call a bombshell-type actor. I was playing the other woman and the object of desire and I suddenly found myself cornered in this place. I couldn’t get out of it.” ©Variety The actress stated that her role as Black Widow in Marvel’s Avengers franchise helped her to break out of that stereotype, although it took some time for the character to really be developed. She said, “I got this incredible opportunity to work in the second Iron Man, which that part at the time was very underdeveloped and over-sexualized, but I wanted to form a relationship with Jon Favreau who I worked with a couple of times after that, who’s an inspiration for me. And I also wanted to work with Kevin Feige, who’s the head of Marvel, who I knew had a vision for this big picture.” ©Disney Johansson hopes to continue working with Disney. She said she “would like to direct” but also “love[s] producing.” Disney’s Tower of Terror movie (which Johansson is producing) doesn’t have a release date yet, but we’ll be watching for more updates! Stay tuned with DFB for all the latest Disney news. Click here to see Scarlett Johansson’s comments on the Disney lawsuit. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! The post Scarlett Johansson Reveals Her “Ideal Job” with Disney first appeared on the disney food blog. 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It's time to mark your calendar for the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts returning Jan. 13 through Feb. 20, 2023, at Walt Disney World Resort.View the full article

Oh snap! Now that’s a gingerbread house ❄️ ✨ #Disney #DisneyWorld #Shorts #Holidays #BTSView the full article

Theme Park Rangers Radar shares tips for Universal's Great Movie Escape and rides Gatorland's zipline again. View the full article

MSC Cruises is back with another new ship in Florida, and this one is strapping cruisers in to whip them around on a robotic arm right in the middle of the top deck. View the full article

DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Okay, this is a big deal, especially for children of the 80s and 90s. © IMDB Plenty of us that are hardcore Disney fans have had to endure years of reminding people that Anastasia is NOT a Disney princess. But now that Disney owns 20th Century Fox, which produced and distributed the film Anastasia, we might agree that technically she’s part of the Disney family now. With the addition of Anastasia to Disney+, the lines were further blurred. And now, we’re almost at the point of total assimilation, because we just found shopDisney’s first piece of Anastasia merch! Anastasia 25th Anniversary Mug To celebrate the 25th anniversary of the film, this beautiful mug just dropped online. One side features Anastasia in her “Once Upon A December” outfit, and Dmitri is on the other side. Anastasia 25th Anniversary Mug The design of the mug is inspired by the iconic music box Anastasia, at the time “Anya,” carried throughout the film. The golden filigree pattern makes us feel like Romanov royalty. Anastasia 25th Anniversary Mug Get this beautiful Anastasia 25th Anniversary Mug from shopDisney for $19.99 now! With this movie being such a cult favorite, we can foresee this item selling out quickly. Click here to buy the Anastasia 25th Anniversary Mug! We wonder what other Anastasia items we’ll see online next, and whether this means we may even see her in the parks?? We can hope! In the mood to shop? Check out all the 2023 merchandise in the parks, and which ones are online 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! Pre-Order Your Copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 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 pre-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 non-Disney animated film is your favorite? We want to hear your faves in the comments! The post Disney’s Rarest Princess Is on a New Mug first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

One of our reporters spotted something new in EPCOT today. We spotted these in EPCOT today! Disney has electric conveyance vehicles (ECVs) available as rentals in the park to help out guests who need mobility assistance, and these vehicles have recently gotten an upgrade! Today we saw the new ECVs for the first time, all shiny and new! They are definitely nicer than the older ones we’ve seen Disney use for ages. These blue scooters have a head support and arm rests. The wheels are made to navigate Disney terrain, and you can steer with the handles in the front. There’s also a little basket to hold some of your belongings. One of the new ECVs in EPCOT We know some guests have reported when they requested to rent one of these Disney was completely out of them at the time, so maybe these new vehicles mean higher amounts available and less of a chance of that happening! The PROBLEM You Might Have When Renting an ECV in Disney World Either way, we recommend renting an ECV as soon as you get to the theme parks if you’d like to use one so you avoid missing out. The front includes a basket for any belongings If you do go to rent one of these ECVs and they are out (which happens almost daily in Magic Kingdom) you will be placed on a waitlist. There’s no telling how long it will take to receive one, so if you’re concerned about not having one available to use you can always rent from an outside company that fits Disney’s specifications! But, if you head to Disney and are able to snag a scooter, we hope you get to test out these new ones. Here are some things to remember about ECVs in Disney World: Cost: at Disney World theme parks, they cost $50 a day to rent, with a refundable $20 deposit; at Disney World water parks and Disney Springs, they cost $50 a day with a refundable $100 deposit. ECV rentals are transferable between all locations — you’ll only have to pay for the one day. You cannot make “length of stay” rentals — you’ll have to rent them one day at a time. ECVs are available on a first come-first serve basis. You can bring and use your own ECV at Disney World. Stay tuned to DFB for more of the latest Disney news! To learn more about Disney’s Electric Conveyance Vehicles, click here for our guide! 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! Pre-Order Your Copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 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 pre-order your copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2023 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2023 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Have you ever used Disney’s scooters before? What did you think of them? Let us know in the comment section! The post PHOTOS: New ECVs Are Now in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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At Disney Consumer Products, Games and Publishing (CPGP), we delight in bringing the magic of The Walt Disney Company’s brands and franchises to families and fans around the world through incredible products and experiences. This November, we had the opportunity to spread some pixie dust in Kuwait by opening the first standalone Disney store in […]View the full article

No matter how much effort you put into planning your Disney World trip, unexpected problems can potentially impact your vacation. Cinderella Castle And with so much change happening throughout the parks, it’s important to keep up so you know what to expect on your next visit. We do our best to make sure you’re prepared for every possible scenario, so let’s check out the new problems you might face in Disney World in 2023 — and what you can do about them. Whether you’ve been to Disney World once or one-hundred times, chances are each visit is different. New restaurants, attractions, updates, and more are happening all the time. But with new changes can come new problems — and these are the problems you might have to worry about on your 2023 Disney World trip. Surge Pricing While surge pricing isn’t necessarily new to Disney World, park-specific surge pricing is. In December 2022, Disney implemented park-specific pricing on 1-day, 1-park tickets. Essentially, your ticket could cost more or less depending on which park you visit on which day. Previously, ticket prices depended on which date you visited but not which park. For example, heading to Animal Kingdom might cost you $134 on a day, but getting into Magic Kingdom might cost you $159 that same day. Animal Kingdom Disney also introduced surge pricing to Genie+ in the parks in late 2022, so it’s still a pretty recent change. Standard Genie+ used to cost a flat $15 per ticket, per day in Disney World, but now it could cost you more if you’re visiting on a busy day. During Thanksgiving week, we saw the highest price ever at $29 per ticket. Surge pricing has always been around for Individual Lightning Lanes, so that part of the Genie+ service has not changed. Lightning Lane signs If you’re planning a trip to Disney World in 2023, try to plan your travel dates for slower months like January or September to avoid surge pricing. Keep in mind that it might not be avoidable, but it is something you can plan for and set your budget. Consider rope-dropping the parks (getting there as soon as they open or even earlier) or staying late to avoid the lines and the added cost of Genie+. How Surge Pricing Is Changing the Way People Visit Disney World 100th Anniversary Crowds The Walt Disney Company is celebrating its 100th Anniversary in 2023, and while we haven’t heard much about any specific events taking place in Disney World, we do expect some sort of celebration to come. Either way, we know that 100th Anniversary-themed merchandise will be around because it’s already arrived! Chances are, folks might make special trips to get their hands on exclusive items that aren’t available online or anywhere else. 100th Anniversary Ears This could mean more crowds in the parks due to the 100th Anniversary festivities — especially if Disney does announce any sort of special entertainment or experiences for Disney World. A new fireworks show is coming to EPCOT in 2023 and an updated nighttime spectacular is coming to Magic Kingdom, but whether either new show is officially part of the 100th celebrations remains unclear for now. Harmonious Pay attention to the Disney World events calendar when planning or before heading out on your trip so you know if there are any special events taking place. That way, you can either plan to avoid them or know what to do in the event of an extremely crowded Disney World! Everything We Know About Disney’s 100th Anniversary Celebrations Attraction Opening Crowds Disney World will be getting TWO new attractions in 2023 — TRON: Lightcycle Run will open in Magic Kingdom in the spring and Journey of Water — Inspired by Moana is opening in EPCOT later in the year. While each attraction is different, if we’ve learned anything from previous attraction openings it’s that the crowds come out in FULL FORCE to experience them. The same can be said for other openings like for restaurants. TRON Lightcycle Run If you want to experience these attractions as soon as they open, make sure you’re prepared for the crowds you might have to face! TRON is a high-speed coaster that has been highly anticipated, so if you don’t have an interest in riding it as soon as it’s open (or even at all) consider planning your Disney World vacation for another time in 2023. NEW Opening Timelines Revealed for Disney World and Disneyland Getting a Virtual Queue for TRON Speaking of TRON being a highly anticipated attraction, we expect that it will be extremely popular once it opens. In recent years, Disney has chosen to open new attractions with a Virtual Queue. This is a tool available through the My Disney Experience app (for Disney World) which allows guests to reserve a space in line for the most popular park attractions. This space is referred to as a Boarding Pass for use within an assigned Boarding Group. TRON testing Disney hasn’t shared an official word on whether or not TRON will open with a virtual queue, but if the pattern of attraction openings continues there’s a good chance we could see it happen here. Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind opened in May 2022 and is still using the virtual queue system due to the ride’s popularity. Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Make sure you read up on how to secure a Boarding Pass if it turns out that Disney does use a virtual queue for TRON. There are usually two chances per day, so even if you miss your first shot you could still get to ride the second time around. Read Everything You Need to Know About Virtual Queues Here Splash Mountain Refurbishment Disney World announced that Splash Mountain would officially close on January 23rd, 2023 to make way for the Princess and the Frog retheme. And while we can’t wait to see what the Imagineers have cooked up for this reimagined attraction — Tiana’s Bayou Adventure — it does mean that an iconic attraction will close. If you want to get your nostalgia fix in before the refurb begins, make sure you plan a trip before January 23rd. Splash Mountain Splash Mountain being closed poses another problem — it’s a popular attraction and often takes a whole lot of guests out of the park at once. With it closed, guests will have to disperse and ride other attractions which could cause those wait times to go up. We don’t have an opening date for Tiana’s Bayou Adventure quite yet, but we did get a behind-the-scenes sneak peek at some of the new details. Disney Imagineers You might have to face a few new problems at Disney World in 2023, but you can be sure we’ll be here to help you solve them along the way! See the NEW Details We Learned About Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Whew. We know that planning a Disney World trip is A LOT – which is why we bring you posts like this so often. But we’ve also put together a complete guide in ebook format that gives you all of the info you need, all in one place! Use code WDW2023 for 25% off our DFB Guide to Dining at Walt Disney World. Get the DFB Guide! Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney World planning tips and news! The BEST Disney World Hotels for 2023 Planning a Trip to Disney World? We’ve Got Everything You Need to Know The Ultimate Guide to Planning a Disney World Vacation A Month-by-Month Guide to Planning Your Disney World Trip Tips, Hints, Lists, and Videos for Planning the BEST Disney World Trip How Many Days Do You Really Need in Disney World? 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Get ready to say “bonjour” to some exciting new additions to the cast of Beauty and the Beast: A 30th Celebration! ©ABC The already star-studded cast of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast special includes Josh Groban as The Beast and H.E.R. as Belle, but we just received word of several exciting cameos you don’t want to miss. Recorded in front of a live studio audience and airing on December 15th, Beauty and the Beast: A 30th Celebration is a two-hour spectacular presented by The Wonderful World of Disney honoring the 30th anniversary of the beloved animated film. This production will be a reimagined take on the Disney classic, combining both live and animated elements. Along with these fun twists, you might spot some familiar faces in the opening number! ©ABC First, we have learned that Paige O’Hara, none other than the voice of Belle from the original 1991 animated film, will be featured! She will be playing a librarian (how fitting!) during the song “Belle” that opens the show. Stills from the show have revealed another easter egg: the sign for the bookstore reads “Woolverton’s Books” which is a nod to Linda Woolverton who wrote the original screenplay! © Disney Another cast member from the original film making a cameo is Richard White who voiced Gaston! Keep your eye out for White during the hustle and bustle of the song “Belle”; he’ll be playing a baker during this scene. © Disney Last but most certainly not least, one of the men who made this all possible is also getting his time to shine in a very fitting role! Alan Menken, composer of the original animated film and other classic titles like Aladdin and Pocahontas, can also be spotted playing the piano. We love that this production is paying homage to these important figures in Disney animation history who helped make the original film a success. ©ABC We can’t wait to catch these cameos! You can watch Beauty and the Beast: A 30th Celebration on December 15th on ABC at 8PM ET, or wait until Friday the 16th to stream it on Disney+. Click here to check out more pictures of the production! 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! Pre-Order Your Copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 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 pre-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 Disney classic should get the ABC live treatment next? Let us know your ideas below! The post Check Out Celebrity Cameos In Disney's 'Beauty and the Beast' Special! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Are you ready for another Christmas cocktail (or two?) Sleeping Beauty Castle Decorated for Christmas Over in Disneyland they’ve been keeping up with the holiday cheer with their iconic Disneyland Candy Canes, hundreds of new merchandise items, and new holiday treats. Now Disney is adding even more holiday cheer but this time, it’s just for the adults. Over at Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar, one of our favorite bars in Disneyland, you can find not one but two new seasonal drinks. You might not expect it, but this tropical tiki bar is the perfect place for a holiday drink or two. Trader Sam’s in Disneyland The first of these new drinks is the Sam Slay Ride. (Get it? Sleigh Ride?) This yellow drink features honey whiskey and ginger liqueur. That sounds perfectly festive to us! photo courtesy of @enchantedtikibar The second new drink is called Peppermint Barks and I bet you can’t guess what’s in it. Just kidding! This drink has rum and peppermint schnapps in it, and we would bet this is the perfect drink for sweet, peppermint lovers. Trader Sam’s Both drinks are available right now at Trader Sam’s in Disneyland. If you’re not able to head to California for a drink, don’t worry because Disney World has some exciting news too! Over at Trader Sam’s in Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, starting today you can grab a limited-time José Mug featuring José from Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room! Don’t forget to keep following DFB for all of your Disney news and updates. Check out all of the information on the newest limited-edition mug at Trader Sam’s here Don't Miss Out on Any Disney World Fun This Holiday Season! The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2022 is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. Order The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2022 now! It includes over 400 pages of must-have information, including: A full What's New!! chapter for the 2022 Holiday Season A full Monthly Schedule of Events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World's busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And, of course, we'll tell you where to eat! ;-D Click HERE to order your 2022 Guide now and get 20% off with code PEPPERMINT! As always, our e-Books are 100% guaranteed! If you don't love it, you get your money back! Want Even MORE? The DFB Everything Bundle comes with ALL of our guides, including the Holiday Guide, for one low price! It includes: The DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining 2022 The 2022 EPCOT Food and Wine Festival Guide The DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Holidays 2022 Pre-Order 2023 EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival Guide All Three DFB Snack Guides Click HERE to order your DFB Everything Bundle! MORE Disney World Holiday INFO! Check Out Everything Announced for the 2022 Holiday Season in Disney World Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Is Coming BACK in 2022 – Get the Latest Details Get All of the Latest Information About the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays We’ll Take This Little Golden Disney Book in Our Stocking, Santa! Learn Everything You Need to Know About Disney World Holiday Dining and Events See How Much It Costs to Do Disney World at Christmas in 2022 Watch Our Video About What We Wish We’d Known Before Going to Disney World During the Holidays Check Out Our Photos & Reviews of the Holiday Treats in Disney World Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest holiday news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Which drink would you try? Let us know in the comments! The post Trader Sam’s Has 2 NEW Drinks in Disneyland! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disneyland has a lot of special events that guests can enjoy. Pixar Pier at Disney California Adventure There are special parties like Oogie Boogie Bash, along with other After Hours events like Grad Nites. And, there’s another special event day coming up in Disneyland! Anaheim Ducks Day is returning to Disney California Adventure park soon, and it’s bringing with it some special treats! There will be a limited selection of sweet treats inspired by the Anaheim Ducks on January 12th, 2023 for Anaheim Ducks Day. You can find a hockey puck-themed brownie at Studio Catering Co. and Schmoozies… ©Disney ….an orange crème puck at Trolley Treats and Marceline’s Confectionery… ©Disney ….or some orange-flavored cotton candy at the Hollywood Land outdoor vending cart. Anaheim Ducks Day 2020 ©Disney The day will also include special hockey activities, photo opportunities, themed merchandise, specialty food & beverage offerings, and memorable experiences. The event is also expanding into select areas of Downtown Disney for the first time in 2023! ©Disney For more on Disneyland, check out over 100 (!!) new pieces of merchandise in Disneyland, the NEW Genie+ changes now LIVE on the Disneyland app, and a BRAND NEW After Hours event coming to Disneyland next year! Stay tuned to DFB for more Disneyland news and updates! 6 Groundbreaking Changes Coming to Disneyland Resort! 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 in DCA for the celebration? Tell us in the comments! The post NEW Treats Are Coming to Disneyland Soon! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Here's a first look at Donald’s Dine ‘n Delights, an all-new dining experience hosted by Donald Duck coming to Disneytown at Shanghai Disney Resort this winter!View the full article

DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. With Christmas right around the corner, it may feel like everyone else has finished shopping and you’re the last person still hitting the stores. We’re getting down to the wire! You are not alone! Plenty of us haven’t quite found those perfect last gifts, and we’re feeling the pressure. But don’t forget; the holiday season is about having fun! You don’t have to stress about shopping, especially when there are so many amazing choices for gifts that will blow their socks off. (Unless you bought them socks, then you want them to stay on.) We’ve found items for every person who might still be hanging on at the end of your shopping list! The Person Who Has Everything One of the best things to buy for someone who seems like they have everything they need is something personalized! They’ll be touched you spent the time to put this sort of thought and energy into their gift. Modeled after the pavers in the parks, these replicas make for an excellent present. Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary Four Park Commemorative Legacy Paver Just head over to shopDisney and pick a design, then add the text you’d like (free of charge!). The Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary Four Park Commemorative Legacy Paver is a great choice for someone who had a trip during the 50th celebrations; it’s the perfect memento! Get one for $49.99. Click here to buy a Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary Four Park Commemorative Legacy Paver! Another way to go is by finding something useful. Think of a hobby they have and research different accessories that they could incorporate into their normal schedule. MagBand Magnetic Wristband For example, if you know someone who is super handy and loves fixing things up, check out the MagBand Magnetic Wristband! This can be adjusted to a variety of wrists and keeps small items like nails, screws, and drill bits close by. Find this on Amazon for $14.99. Click here to buy the MagBand Magnetic Wristband! The Disney-Obsessed There’s a good chance that even if you aren’t a huge fan of Disney, you probably know someone who is! Shopping for them might appear easy at first, but once you really start to look it can be easy to become bogged down by all of the options. Mickey Mouse Beanie Go for something more unique than your typical plush or collectible and opt for a fun item like this Mickey Mouse Beanie! Available in a rainbow of colors, you’re sure to find a shade that fits their personality. These cute beanies are on Amazon for $15.99. Click here to buy a Mickey Mouse Beanie! Disney’s 100th Anniversary is right upon us and shopDisney just dropped tons of Disney100 merch today! One of our favorites is this Mickey Mouse and Friends Disney100 Spirit Jersey for Adults. The theme for the anniversary is platinum, which you can see featured throughout the watercolor design. Mickey Mouse and Friends Disney100 Spirit Jersey for Adults Mickey and the gang are all on the back in their beautiful 100th anniversary outfits! You can choose from a Disneyland or Disney World version of these, which are instantly becoming collector’s items. Get one for $84.99. Click here to buy a Mickey Mouse and Friends Disney100 Spirit Jersey for Adults! The Board Game-Lover The rise of board games has not fallen yet! These classic past-times are still at the top of many Christmas wish lists. One of our favorites is this new game, The Magical World of Disney Trivia Family Board Game. The Magical World of Disney Trivia Family Board Game Filled with 2,000 questions covering a variety of Disney topics and history, this game will keep you and your family busy over and over again. The game includes clues for both adults and kids so everyone can participate at their own level. Right now it’s on sale for $34.99, marked down from $44.99. Click here to buy The Magical World of Disney Trivia Family Board Game! Searching for something less Disney and more general? Try out Azul! This best-selling game features gorgeous art of tiles that come together to make stunning mosaics. Azul This strategy game is both creative and competitive! Each player works to gather tiles of matching patterns and colors while trying to squash opponents’ plans. Get this from Amazon for $29, originally $39.99. Click here to buy Azul! The New Parents Do you have friends who just had their first baby? Maybe you’re celebrating the birth of a new grandchild! Little Golden Books are a must-have for any parents, and are a staple from many of our childhoods. Santa Stops at Disneyland Little Golden Book Santa Stops at Disneyland takes readers on a holiday journey at the Disney park along with this jolly fellow. Start their new library with this title, on sale at Amazon for $9.49. Click here to buy Santa Stops at Disneyland Little Golden Book! Check out this adorable bib and sock set from shopDisney! Inspired by the original black and white iteration of Mickey Mouse, no parent could resist dressing up their baby in these. Mickey Mouse Bib and Socks Set for Baby There are several other sets on shopDisney featuring other characters like Dumbo! Get this while it’s on sale, marked down to $14.98 from $24.99. Click here to buy this Mickey Mouse Bib and Socks Set for Baby! Secret Santa/White Elephant We know you want to be the person whose gift gets fought over. Ensure this reaction by bringing something unique AND useful, like this book that’s a best seller on Amazon! The Book of Unusual Knowledge The Book of Unusual Knowledge is a tiny hardcover full of, well, unusual knowledge! From science to history to art and more, this book covers it all. Snatch this title while it’s discounted to $12.52, originally $14.98. Click here to buy The Book of Unusual Knowledge! This has to be one of our most favorite finds EVER. We all have times when we are stuck eating in the car, and despite it being 2022, there’s never anywhere stable to place your dipping sauces! Saucemoto Dip Clip Enter the Saucemoto Dip Clip. This handy little tool clips right onto your car vent and is the perfect size to hold most fast food dips! This listing from Amazon includes 2, so bless someone in the office Secret Santa with both or be a little naughty and keep one for yourself! It’s on sale right now for $10.95, originally $12.99. Click here to buy the Saucemoto Dip Clip! Stocking Stuffers Stocking stuffers are sometimes the last things on our list which leaves us scrambling and ending up throwing random stuff in them. An old body spray from 2012 that I definitely haven’t used since college? Merry Christmas, Grandma! 5 Surprise Disney Mini Brands Collectible Toys This year, take an extra 10 minutes when shopping and you’ll be surprised what you can find! For example, these 5 Surprise Disney Mini Brands Collectible Toys are a great pick for kids, teens, and anyone who enjoys collecting these tiny items. Get them on Amazon for $9.99, marked down from $15.99. Click here to buy the 5 Surprise Disney Mini Brands Collectible Toys! Hair clips and barrettes are making a big comeback! Let your giftee feel like a princess with this set of clips inspired by Disney’s most magical ladies. Disney Princess Hair Clip Set Belle and Tiana are featured on the gold bobby pins, while the barrette has a delicate floral print that includes Flora, Fauna, and Merryweather! Get this set for their stocking at shopDisney for $12.99. Click here to buy this Disney Princess Hair Clip Set! We hope this helps you knock off those last few items on your list! If you’re still searching, there’s a few days left to shop and have your items arrive by Christmas. Stay tuned to our site for more gift inspo! Not a Prime Member? Click below to sign up and get an entire month for free, just in time to snag that free 2-day shipping for the holidays! 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! Pre-Order Your Copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 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 pre-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 the whackiest gift someone has ever given to you? Let us know in the comments below! The post Drop Everything -- We'll Help You Knock Out the Last Names On Your Gift List first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party returned this year for the first time since 2019, and there are a lot of things to do! SO merry You can try a bunch of festive treats, check out the exciting entertainment, explore the special ride overlays, and more. But, did you know there are exclusive opportunities INSIDE this event? Yep! And we’re here to tell you about one. Eligible Disney Vacation Club Members can gather for a Very Member Merriment at Gaston’s Tavern during Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party! Inside, there will be a festive photo op and special treats available that are all included in your admission to the party. Gaston’s Tavern One of these events already happened on December 11th, but there are more! The other dates you can enjoy this opportunity are on Tuesday, December 13th, Friday, December 16th, and Tuesday, December 20th. The Merriment event is available from 8PM to 11PM (important to note that these hours are shorter than the hours of the party, which is from 7PM to 12AM). Gaston’s Tavern Ordering Area Members eligible for this event include DVC Members who purchased directly from Disney and are eligible for Membership Extras benefits. You also must have admission to the party. You can also bring your friends! Members can bring up to 4 additional guests per membership card. Registration is also not required for the event and admission is subject to capacity limits. It’s SANTA! Remember, Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party has sold out for the year, so you must already have a ticket to the party in order to attend this special event. Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party For more on the party, check out if Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party in Disney World is worth the cost, the ULTIMATE guide to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, and ALL of the entertainment at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party in Disney World. Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney World news and updates! Everything You NEED to Know About the 2022 Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party in Disney World Don't Miss Out on Any Disney World Fun This Holiday Season! The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2022 is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. Order The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2022 now! It includes over 400 pages of must-have information, including: A full What's New!! chapter for the 2022 Holiday Season A full Monthly Schedule of Events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World's busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And, of course, we'll tell you where to eat! ;-D Click HERE to order your 2022 Guide now and get 20% off with code PEPPERMINT! As always, our e-Books are 100% guaranteed! If you don't love it, you get your money back! Want Even MORE? The DFB Everything Bundle comes with ALL of our guides, including the Holiday Guide, for one low price! It includes: The DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining 2022 The 2022 EPCOT Food and Wine Festival Guide The DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Holidays 2022 Pre-Order 2023 EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival Guide All Three DFB Snack Guides Click HERE to order your DFB Everything Bundle! MORE Disney World Holiday INFO! Check Out Everything Announced for the 2022 Holiday Season in Disney World Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Is Coming BACK in 2022 – Get the Latest Details Get All of the Latest Information About the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays We’ll Take This Little Golden Disney Book in Our Stocking, Santa! Learn Everything You Need to Know About Disney World Holiday Dining and Events See How Much It Costs to Do Disney World at Christmas in 2022 Watch Our Video About What We Wish We’d Known Before Going to Disney World During the Holidays Check Out Our Photos & Reviews of the Holiday Treats in Disney World Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest holiday news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Will you be checking out this exclusive event? Tell us in the comments! The post Disney Vacation Club Members Can Access a Special Event in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Prepare to “fly together” on Jan. 12, 2023, as the Anaheim Ducks are returning to Disney California Adventure Park Disneyland for Anaheim Ducks Day! Enjoy special hockey activities, photo ops, themed merch and more! View the full article

Sing it with us! “In the tiki, tiki, tiki, tiki, tiki room!” Trader Sam’s Okay, we aren’t exactly talking about Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room at Magic Kingdom, but we are going to talk about a tiki BAR instead! That’s right — we’re headed to Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto over at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort! This popular spot is known for its fun atmosphere, its delicious drinks, and the occasional tiki mug release. If you are a fan or collector of the iconic tiki mugs here, listen up! Uh-Oa! Starting TODAY, the new tiki mug featuring Jose from the Enchanted Tiki Room is available at Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto and the outdoor Tiki Terrace. If you’re at Disney World now, you’ll want to hurry — these sell out FAST! So how do you go about getting the mug? Disney says wristband distribution for the tiki mug will begin at 12PM EST each day. The mug will be sold with either the new Manu Aloha drink or the nonalcoholic Blame It On The Samba. Try to get to the Polynesian early to better your chances of getting one of these iconic tiki mugs. While you’re there, check out the Holiday Stitch Dome Cake at Capt. Cook’s — we were pleasantly surprised by how good it was! Stay tuned to DFB for more updates from Disney World. Where You Can Buy Beer and Alcohol in 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! Pre-Order Your Copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 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 pre-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 get the Jose tiki mug? Let us know in the comments! The post HURRY! A New Trader Sam's Tiki Mug Has Arrived in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

"Disenchanted" Cast Amy Adams & Maya Rudolph Visit Disneyland Resort for the HolidaysView the full article

Watch Amy Adams and Maya Rudolph as they spend a magical day at Disneyland to celebrate the holiday season and release of “Disenchanted” on Disney+. View the full article

Changes are constant at Disney World and it can be hard to keep up! BoardWalk Lobby Whether you’re keeping track of the big things like the brand new TRON ride opening at Magic Kingdom in the spring or the smaller things like new signs, there’s a long list of things to keep track of as a Disney fan. Now, that list is getting even longer because we have more information on a new coffee shop at Disney World! Back in March of 2022, Disney announced that a new coffee shop would be coming to Disney’s BoardWalk Inn as part of a big renovation to the area. Now we’ve got a name for the shop AND an opening timeline! ©Disney The new coffee shop located just off the lobby will be called Carousel Coffee and it will have Joffrey’s Coffee (which is served all over Disney World), specialty teas, and pastries! We got a sneak peek at some of the menu items — take a look at those here. Disney shared that the full menu will be available in the “coming weeks” and we’ll be sure to share that with you! ©Disney While Disney did not announce an opening date just yet, we do know that the shop is officially “coming soon.” The Cake Bake Shop, which is currently under construction on the BoardWalk, is set to open sometime in 2023. Since 2022 is almost over it’s likely that Carousel Coffee will open in the new year. We’ll just have to wait and see! @TheCakeBakeShop via Instagram The BoardWalk is seeing quite a few changes! Earlier this year the BoardWalk Bakery was replaced with the BoardWalk Deli with a new menu and look. We can also expect some makeovers in the hotel rooms at the resort and a refresh to the lobby. With so many exciting updates coming to the BoardWalk, be sure to stay tuned to DFB — we’ll be the first to let you know about any major updates! PREVIEW and PHOTOS: Is This What We Can Expect When The Cake Bake Shop Comes to Disney World? Need Disney Restaurant Advice? We’ve Got EVERYTHING You Need to Know The ONLY Disney Dining Planning Tool You’ll Need Is Here – Get the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining! See Our Complete Disney World Restaurants Guide Check Out the 19 Best Restaurants in Disney World in 2022 Our Top 50 All-Time Best Disney Dining Tips These Are the BEST Meals in Disney World for Under $15 Ranking Every Single Magic Kingdom Restaurant Ranking Every Single EPCOT Restaurant Ranking Every Single Restaurant in Disney’s Hollywood Studios Ranking Every Single Restaurant in Disney’s Animal Kingdom Ranking Every Single Restaurant in Disney Springs Ranking Every Single Restaurant in Disney World Hotels – Cheap Eats Edition Check Out Dozens of Disney Dining Tips and Tools Learn All About Tipping at Disney Restaurants How to Use Mobile Order in Disney World Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest Disney food news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Are you looking forward to visiting Carousel Coffee when it opens? Let us know in the comments! The post Name and Opening Timeline Announced for New Restaurant in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Prepare yourself — you’re about to see the most incredible Disney ornament of your life. Festival of the Holidays is happening at Epcot! Christmas time is in full swing at Disney World. Our wallets have been hurting lately as we try out the newest holiday snacks and treats and shop for new holiday merchandise. Now with the latest collection celebrating the 100th anniversary of The Walt Disney Company, we thought we had to be done with all of this holiday spending…but that was before we found this adorable item in EPCOT! This latest Disney holiday ornament is one we think is just adorable! While we normally like to tell everyone to go left when heading into the World Showcase at EPCOT (this is a big debate, but we tend to start our journey around the world in the Mexico pavilion), this time we’re changing our tune. This ornament is one for fans of Disney dining and can only be found by going right into Canada. Canada during the holidays! This new Disney ornament is themed after none other than our favorite Canadian steakhouse, Le Cellier! This is a signature restaurant in the Canada pavilion that serves incredible steak, a variety of poutine, and mouth-watering Canadian cheddar cheese soup. Isn’t this adorable? This ornament mirrors the restaurant itself and even features Mickey and Minnie enjoying a romantic dinner together. Fans of the restaurant will even spot the familiar Le Cellier sign above the doorway. The back of the ornament! If you enjoy a fancy dinner at Le Cellier, you’ll want to visit the Canada pavilion ASAP to grab one of these ornaments — they tend to sell out quickly! And if you’re new to Le Cellier, you can learn more about the Canadian steakhouse here. Le Cellier Steakhouse Overall, Disney World hasn’t been short on news lately from the new Avatar show at Disney’s Animal Kingdom to new holiday drinks in Disney Springs, Disney has been keeping us busy! Remember to keep following DFB for all of your latest Disney holiday news! Check out all of the details from the 2022 EPCOT Festival of the Holidays here. Don't Miss Out on Any Disney World Fun This Holiday Season! The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2022 is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. Order The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2022 now! It includes over 400 pages of must-have information, including: A full What's New!! chapter for the 2022 Holiday Season A full Monthly Schedule of Events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World's busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And, of course, we'll tell you where to eat! ;-D Click HERE to order your 2022 Guide now and get 20% off with code PEPPERMINT! As always, our e-Books are 100% guaranteed! If you don't love it, you get your money back! Want Even MORE? The DFB Everything Bundle comes with ALL of our guides, including the Holiday Guide, for one low price! It includes: The DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining 2022 The 2022 EPCOT Food and Wine Festival Guide The DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Holidays 2022 Pre-Order 2023 EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival Guide All Three DFB Snack Guides Click HERE to order your DFB Everything Bundle! MORE Disney World Holiday INFO! Check Out Everything Announced for the 2022 Holiday Season in Disney World Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Is Coming BACK in 2022 – Get the Latest Details Get All of the Latest Information About the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays We’ll Take This Little Golden Disney Book in Our Stocking, Santa! Learn Everything You Need to Know About Disney World Holiday Dining and Events See How Much It Costs to Do Disney World at Christmas in 2022 Watch Our Video About What We Wish We’d Known Before Going to Disney World During the Holidays Check Out Our Photos & Reviews of the Holiday Treats in Disney World Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest holiday news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Would you buy this ornament? Tell us in the comment! The post Your Christmas Tree Is Begging You To Buy This Disney Ornament first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Let’s step in the gates of the Walt Disney Studios, shall we? Walt Disney Studios decorated for the holidays D23 has already announced their Destination D23 event as well as multiple other exclusive events for 2023, but did you know D23 hosts a holiday party every year for members? We headed over to Disney’s Light Up The Season D23 Event to check it out and brought you with us! Doors at The Walt Disney Studios opened at 4PM and we had lots of fun during this four-hour event. We loved seeing some of our favorite characters like Mickey… It’s Mickey! …Minnie… And Minnie! …Santa Goofy… Hey Santa Goofy! …and while we didn’t see Pluto, we did see where he would be greeting guests. Pluto’s Corner Daisy and Donald were also around. And speaking of very important guests, Disney CEO Bob Iger visited to say a quick hello to D23 members! Complimentary cookies, cocoa, and cider were also served. Other food was available for purchase at food trucks and at the commissary — Walt’s Chili was a hit, according to our reporter! How can we resist cookies? There was also an area to drop off toys for the Toys For Tots event Disney was hosting. Toy Drop Off You could head into the Walt Disney Studios archives to see the Bedknobs and Broomsticks exhibit, see some films in the theater, play some games at game booths, or check out the slide and Ferris wheel outside! So much fun! There was also live music throughout the night which really helped set a festive tone. Live music! And at the end of the event, everyone was given a complimentary ornament to take home! The front has “D23 The Official Disney Fan Club 2022” in blue with a snow-white bottom… The ornament! …while the back has a scene from The Muppet Christmas Carol to celebrate the film’s 30th anniversary! The back Are you a D23 member but couldn’t attend the event? Members can still enter to win a new prize pack EVERY DAY this month no matter where they are! You can also grab some Disney ornaments online to decorate your tree and feel the Disney magic this month. As always, stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney news! See what big plans are in the works for Walt’s plane! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney World Fun This Holiday Season! The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2022 is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. Order The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2022 now! It includes over 400 pages of must-have information, including: A full What's New!! chapter for the 2022 Holiday Season A full Monthly Schedule of Events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World's busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And, of course, we'll tell you where to eat! ;-D Click HERE to order your 2022 Guide now and get 20% off with code PEPPERMINT! As always, our e-Books are 100% guaranteed! If you don't love it, you get your money back! Want Even MORE? The DFB Everything Bundle comes with ALL of our guides, including the Holiday Guide, for one low price! It includes: The DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining 2022 The 2022 EPCOT Food and Wine Festival Guide The DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Holidays 2022 Pre-Order 2023 EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival Guide All Three DFB Snack Guides Click HERE to order your DFB Everything Bundle! MORE Disney World Holiday INFO! Check Out Everything Announced for the 2022 Holiday Season in Disney World Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Is Coming BACK in 2022 – Get the Latest Details Get All of the Latest Information About the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays We’ll Take This Little Golden Disney Book in Our Stocking, Santa! Learn Everything You Need to Know About Disney World Holiday Dining and Events See How Much It Costs to Do Disney World at Christmas in 2022 Watch Our Video About What We Wish We’d Known Before Going to Disney World During the Holidays Check Out Our Photos & Reviews of the Holiday Treats in Disney World Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest holiday news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Have you ever attended a D23 event? Tell us in the comments! The post Come With Us to an EXCLUSIVE Disney Holiday Event! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Our sweet tooths are back with a vengeance after the announcement of a new Disney World restaurant, The Cake Bake Shop by Gwendolyn Rogers. ©The Cake Bake Shop Promising both sweet and savory options, this new spot is scheduled to open in 2023 at Disney’s BoardWalk Inn. We cannot WAIT to sample all of the goodies. And while it isn’t fully open yet, we just got some more details on this highly-anticipated location! Slated to arrive at the BoardWalk in 2023, The Cake Bake Shop will be open for brunch, lunch, and dinner so you can sample their tasty wares all day long. Disney just announced that you can pop in for a quick service treat by grabbing something to go at the bakery case! If you want to get a little fancy, you can step in for their afternoon tea service or choose to sit down for a table service meal. © Disney We showed you some recent images of the construction walls as the restaurant began construction recently, but here’s a look at what you can expect from the finished product. It looks bright and airy, the perfect spot to enjoy some fresh-baked goods. The menu promises delicious items like brownies, dessert bars, cheesecakes, and, of course, handmade cakes alongside their more savory options. Bakery Case at the Cake Bake Shop in Indianapolis If you’re wondering what to expect from the food, we were able to try out a different location of The Cake Bake Shop in Indianapolis! There are two locations in the city: one at Broad Ripple Village (the original location) and another in the Carmel City Center. The atmosphere inside is very upscale while remaining grounded, with a soft pastel color palette and tons of florals to offset the fanciful marble and gold finishing. Croque Monsieur We were able to sample both savory and sweet items from their menu. The Croque Monsieur was delicious, with perfectly melted cheese and tasty French ham on country bread. The portions were generous as well. Marie Antoinette This massive macaron is called the Lemon Blueberry Marie Antoinette. Each macaron shell sandwiches a filling of pastry cream, fresh lemon curd, and lemon and blueberry buttercream. It sounds like this and other sweet treats will be available at the restaurant’s quick service counter! For more information about the potential menu and pricing for the NEW Cake Bake Shop, click here! We anticipate the BoardWalk location of The Cake Bake Shop to retain this strong theming. With all of the buzz, we hope they have a generous amount of seating, because there will surely be a line out the door. Luckily, now we know you can get some treats lickety-split if you don’t feel like waiting! More views of the seating at the Cake Bake Shop in Indianapolis We are keeping an eye on all news sources as more info about The Cake Bake Shop is dropped. Stay tuned to our site for the latest! Click here to read our FULL exclusive interview with Gwendolyn Rogers, creator of The Cake Bake Shop! 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! Pre-Order Your Copy of the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 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 pre-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. Tell us in the comments what new addition to Disney World you are most excited for! The post MAJOR UPDATE on the NEW Cake Bake Shop Coming to Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Who’s ready for some AWESOME tips for your Disney World vacation? Tree of Life Here at DFB, we’re Disney World experts — we’re in the parks every day, we’re writing about the latest park news daily, and we’re even planning our own vacations to visit for fun. With all that experience, we’ve got plenty of hot tips to share to make your trip as smooth and hassle-free as possible. So here are some of our top tips that you may have never heard! You Only Need One Annual Pass to Score Benefits We’ve talked about Annual Pass discounts a lot in the past here at DFB, but if your family is ballin’ on a budget, you don’t need to get passes for everyone to save! If you can get by with just one member of your group purchasing an annual pass while everyone else goes for regular tickets, then you can use their discounts during your vacation. Annual Passholder card Whenever you’re dining or shopping, make sure to have the AP holder with you to show their card and photo ID, that way you can save on table service meals, souvenirs, and select activities. If you’re not sure if there’s a discount, it never hurts to ask! Although, you may want to keep in mind that some gift shops and restaurants are particular about who is paying. The person with the AP might need to make the purchase in order to score the discount, so just prepare yourself for that ahead of time. (In that case, Venmo, Apple Pay or PayPal can be a lifesaver!) Bring your AP card to checkout to get the discount! Also, Annual Passholders can get the PhotoPass add-on for $99 instead of the $169-$199 that regular guests pay for Memory Maker. And perhaps the best discount of all — Annual Passholders get free parking at the theme parks! Just show that card and ID at the parking plaza and you’re golden. Entering Animal Kingdom Finally, as a little bonus tip — Annual Passholders get discounts on merchandise in gift shops, but not items at snack stands. If you’re looking to buy a bottled beverage, do it at a gift shop to score that 20% off. Disney Won’t Automatically Apply Discounts to Bookings While we’re on the subject of discounts, we need to talk about online bookings. If there’s a discount available for a hotel room or a package and you book online, it’s not going to be automatically applied when you make your reservation. Disney’s Yacht Club Resort If you haven’t made your reservation yet, the discount options should pop up at the top of the page when you’re selecting your hotel room. However, if you’ve already booked the trip, you’ll have to take the initiative to make sure that the deal is added to your reservation. Just call Disney’s number ((407) 939-4357) to get in touch with a reservation agent Cast Member, and have all your booking info at the ready. Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort Keep in mind that phone line wait times can get pretty long when new discounts are released, so if you experience that, you can sometimes try to modify your package yourself through the website or My Disney Experience app (it doesn’t always work, but it might be worth a shot). Of course, the easiest way to have discounts added for you is to book through a travel agent, like our friends over at Small World Vacations! They’ll make sure discounts are added to your trip if they’re announced after you’ve already booked. You Can Pay for Individual Photos on Your PhotoPass Want to get that awesome Cinderella Castle family group photo but don’t want to pay the $169-$199 for Memory Maker? Don’t worry — you can purchase individual PhotoPass pictures! Simply find the picture you want in the PhotoPass section of the My Disney Experience app, tap on it, and look for the option to download a single photo. Disney PhotoPass photographers are the BEST! If you’re having trouble accessing this feature, try looking at the pictures on the Disney World website instead. You can also buy photo products — souvenirs with your favorite picture on them! Disney World Has Virtual Healthcare Disney World partnered recently with AdventHealth, and out of that partnership, there has come a virtual healthcare service! In order to access it, simply search AdventHealth in the My Disney Experience app, and you’ll be directed to a screen with the information you need. You might then be prompted to download the AdventHealth app (if you haven’t already). ©Disney There are 24/7 virtual services and doctor visits available for guests of Walt Disney World, and some insurance providers even cover the cost of the appointment. You can also use the service to rent medical equipment for your stay, including crutches, hospital beds, front wheel walkers, and numerous other offerings. It can be a great resource for those who feel “under the weather” during their vacation. Your Resort Can Hold Your Luggage Checking out of your Disney World hotel at 11AM but you’ve got one more park day planned? Don’t worry — you can have your resort hold your luggage until you’re ready to leave later that day! You’ll simply need to visit Bell Services at the hotel and drop off your bags. Luggage Services at Port Orleans — Riverside Once you’re ready to leave, head back to the resort, pick up your items, and head on out. It’s as easy as that! The Best Skyliner Gondolas Are the “Naked” Ones Finally, let’s talk about the Skyliner. Disney World’s newest complimentary transportation system features a variety of colorful gondolas with fan-favorite characters and scenes depicted on the sides, but those aren’t the gondolas you want! Skyliner Gondola views They may look cute from the outside, but the gondolas with “wraps” on them don’t provide nearly as spectacular a view as those that are clear. And trust us, you’ll want to check out the view when you’re flying over Disney World — it’s pretty cool! Skyliner Station Those are some of our little-known tips for Disney World, we hope they help you out on your next vacation! Stay tuned to DFB for more updates and the latest information that you need to know about the parks. We’re there every day to bring you our expert thoughts! Our BEST tip for sticking with your budget at Disney World will forever be to plan ahead – especially for dining! When you buy our DFB Guide to Dining at Walt Disney World, you’ll get immediate access to our downloadable worksheets for planning your trip, as well as sample one-day dining itineraries! And as a DFB reader, you’re entitled to a discount! Use code WDW2023 for 25% off your purchase. 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