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It’s time to peek inside the ultra-expensive, super-exclusive 21 Royal dining experience at Disneyland. This is where you and 11 of your friends can dine on a multi-course feast inside a place virtually NO ONE who visits the theme parks gets to see. Disneyland Resort So, what does that major price tag really buy you? And what really goes on in that mysterious suite just above Pirates of the Caribbean? Check out our video below about Disneyland’s $15,000 Dinner. 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! 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. Would you ever pay $15,000 for a single meal? Let us know in the comments. The post DFB Video: Disneyland's ,000 Dinner first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

There has been a lot of changes happening over at Disney’s BoardWalk Inn. BoardWalk Earlier this year, we found out that new things would be coming to the hotel, like new food and decor. We’ve already seen the new BoardWalk Deli open up, and we’ve also seen some things at the BoardWalk close down. And now, we’re finding out MORE about the NEW coffee shop coming to the hotel! The NEW coffee shop coming to Disney’s BoardWalk will be called Carousel Coffee! And, Disney even said that it will be opening SOON. The spot will have coffee, tea, and pastries, including Joffrey’s Coffee options. Disney’s BoardWalk Inn Disney said they will be sharing a full menu soon, but they’re sharing a sneak peek right now! One of the drinks coming to the spot is a Dark Cherry Mocha Frozen Blended Coffee and Whipped Cream, a flavor staple of “coffee shops, family-owned delis, and ice cream parlors along the shores.” There will also be a seasonal rotation of coffees as well, like the Cinnamon Bun Frozen Blended Coffee with Whipped Cream. It’s a frozen drink, dusted with cinnamon spice, and sounds like a cinnamon roll in a drink! ©Disney There will also be the Nitro Cold Brew Coffee, which is a freshly batched, extra smooth, dark-roasted cold brew coffee infused with nitro. And, for those tea lovers out there, Carousel Coffee will have things like the Pomegranate-Green Tea Lemonade, which features fresh-squeezed lemon juice thoroughly blended with pomegranate green tea and a touch of agave. ©Disney There will also be some pastry options, like the Crunchy Raspberry Danish. This treat features crispy sugar dough layers with hibiscus fondant and raspberry. And, don’t forget about those classic treats that will be available over here, like the Vintage Mickey & Minnie Sugar Cookie, Banana Bread, Croissant, Blueberry Muffin, Chocolate Muffin, NJ Crumb Cake, Bagels, and a Mickey Brownie. ©Disney We’ll let you know when we find out more about the new coffee shop, so stay tuned! For more on what’s going on at Disney’s BoardWalk, check out the HUGE update on The Cake Bake Shop coming to Disney World, a FULL REVIEW of breakfast at the NEW BoardWalk Deli in Disney World, and new signature cocktails that were released at Disney’s BoardWalk Inn hotel. Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney World news and updates! Check out the new BoardWalk Deli 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! 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 excited about this new coffee shop? Tell us in the comments! The post MENU Items Announced for the NEW Coffee Shop Coming to Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We are in the Disney World parks every day, so it’s extra special when we get to witness something totally new! Pandora — The World of Avatar On December 12th, a completely new light show debuted in Disney’s Animal Kingdom, and we were there to capture the first event. To celebrate the long-awaited sequel to Avatar, there’s a new light show on the iconic Tree of Life in Animal Kingdom. The classic Tree of Life Awakening has a new twist that features scenes and characters from Avatar: The Way of Water while still celebrating the wonder of nature. Stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney news! Click here to see the latest Avatar: The Way of Water trailer. 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 Disney movie would you like to see featured on The Tree of Life? Let us know in the comment section! The post VIDEO: See the NEW 'Avatar' Show in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Take a peek at some of the tasty tidbits that will be served at Carousel Coffee and The Cake Bake Shop, coming to Disney's BoardWalk. 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. Sure, some Amazon products have low prices. But we wouldn’t mind if they were lower! © Amazon Straddling your normal budget and Christmas budget can definitely be tricky. But there are plenty of ways to save! Keep an eye out on Amazon for price drops on items you have on your wish list. If you’re looking for some inspiration, check out some of these Disney items that are marked down right now! How cute is this Funko Pop! Olaf has gotten an Ariel makeover and is here recreating that iconic shot from the original animated film The Little Mermaid. Funko Pop! Olaf as Ariel With a design inspired by the short series Olaf Presents, he has never looked better than he does here! This collectible is on sale now for $6.20, originally $12.99. Click here to buy this Funko Pop! Olaf as Ariel! With December almost half over, now is the time to get your 2023 calendars. This Disney Dreams Collection by Thomas Kinkade Studios: 2023 Wall Calendar might be the one to win you over. Disney Dreams Collection by Thomas Kinkade Studios: 2023 Wall Calendar Inside you’ll find the beautiful designs Thomas Kinkade Studios is well-known for, each stunning scene featuring your favorite Disney characters. This calendar is normally $15.99 but is marked down to $14.39. Click here to buy the Disney Dreams Collection by Thomas Kinkade Studios: 2023 Wall Calendar! This book is one of our readers’ favorite finds this winter! Perfect for the Disney historian or fan, The Story of Disney: 100 Years of Wonder is ideal as we head into the Disney100 celebrations. The Story of Disney: 100 Years of Wonder Full of information from the official Walt Disney Archives, this is a must-have for serious Disney fans. This book is originally $60 but is currently priced at $54. Click here to buy The Story of Disney: 100 Years of Wonder! We think this is the best deal we have seen in a while! This stunning ornament from Lenox is a detailed replica of a castle, finished in brilliant silver and gold. Disney Castle Ornament This Disney Castle Ornament is stamped with the year in gold and would make for an excellent memento. This beautiful ornament is 60% off! Get it for $22.88 while the sale lasts. Click here to buy this Disney Castle Ornament! This beautiful Loungefly is another fave find on sale! The Snow White Loungefly Backpack features iconic scenes from the classic animated film. Snow White Loungefly Backpack We love the vibrant pictures on this mini backpack; it feels like the characters are about to break out into dance and song! Get this Loungefly for $60, normally priced at $75. Click here to buy this Snow White Loungefly Backpack! For the foodie in your life, check out this book that will give you the power to recreate your favorite Disney park recipes at home. Churros, here we come! Delicious Disney: Walt Disney World: Recipes & Stories from The Most Magical Place on Earth Delicious Disney: Walt Disney World: Recipes & Stories from The Most Magical Place on Earth has earned tons of 5-star reviews from Amazon purchasers who are Disney park regulars. This book can be yours for $21.98, originally $35. Click here to buy Delicious Disney: Walt Disney World: Recipes & Stories from The Most Magical Place on Earth! Click the banner below to take advantage of an entire month of Prime for FREE. Yup. You heard us. No catch, no strings attached! Anything here catching your eye? Be sure to stay up to date with our posts for more amazing finds! Click here to check out Disney’s 2023 merch, now online! 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. Do you have any Disney trips planned for 2023? What are you hoping to do? We’d like to hear from you in the comments! The post What We're Shopping from Amazon's Disney Deals first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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Who’s ready to try another holiday treat in Disney World? Kona Island There are tons of new treats around Disney World for both the winter season and holidays right around the corner. We headed over to Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort to try one of their holiday treats, and it stars our favorite blue alien — Stitch! The Stitch Holiday Dome Cake can be found for $7.99 at Kona Island Coffee Bar. Just look at how cute it is! Stitch Holiday Dome Cake This guy was looking MUCH better than the last time we saw a Stitch Dome Cake earlier this year (although that one had different flavors). But how does this cake, made with a chocolate brownie base and mint and chocolate chip-filled mousse with white chocolate ears and fondant eyes, taste? So cute! The filling was super light and refreshing, and the frosting was delicious as well! The dome frosting was almost a little gooey, but in a good way, because it provided a great texture. However, our reporter wasn’t a huge fan of the chocolate chips inside the mousse and thought the mint flavor was easily overpowered by the chocolate taste. The inside If you’re looking for a fun, cute Christmas treat, this one is very Instagram-able. However, if you’re looking for some more prominent flavors or a treat that won’t make a big mess and get blue all over you, you may want to pick one of the other holiday treats around the property. Time is running our to grab these holiday treats, so do some DFB-review studying, grab the ones you want while you can, and stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney snack news! Here’s why you shouldn’t forget about the Disney hotel treats this holiday season! 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 grab this treat? Tell us in the comments! The post This Disney World Stitch Treat Wins "Most Improved" first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney has been the subject of a few lawsuits lately, and now another has hit the Company. Disney Pride Decoration We’ve already seen a lawsuit filed regarding Magic Key Passes and the Park Pass system in California, Annual Passes and the Park Pass system in Florida, and the Genie/Genie+ system. Now, another lawsuit has hit the Mouse, and it comes from an investor. According to Bloomberg, Kenneth Simeone, an investor in Disney, filed a lawsuit in Delaware Chancery Court against Disney (Kenneth Simeone v. The Walt Disney Co., No. 2022-1120, Delaware Chancery Court (Wilmington)). Let’s go through the basics: What Is the Lawsuit About? The lawsuit is centered around Disney’s response to Florida’s Parental Rights in Education Bill (what critics called “Don’t Say Gay”). As a quick recap, Disney initially refused to make a statement on the bill. Later, Chapek apologized for not being a “stronger ally in the fight for equal rights,” and made it clear that Disney was opposed to the bill. Disney ultimately made a stronger statement as the bill was passed, indicating that it should not have been passed and that Disney would work toward its repeal. This prompted Florida Governor Ron DeSantis to indicate that Disney had crossed a line. Following this, as a form of retaliation, the Florida legislature and Governor DeSantis passed/signed a bill into law that will dissolve Disney’s Reedy Creek Improvement District (RCID) in 2023. The RCID has essentially allowed Disney to function as its own county government for 50+ years, giving it a great deal of control over the land on which it operates in Florida. Disney Family Pride There has been some talk about a new district that could replace the RCID and how it would essentially function much like the RCID but potentially give the Governor some “wins,” like the ability to nominate some individuals for the new district’s Board. No final decision or arrangement has been announced yet. That brings us to the current day and the lawsuit brought in response to Disney’s actions in handling this “Don’t Say Gay” situation. What Does the Lawsuit Allege? According to Bloomberg, the lawsuit claims that Disney created “‘far-reaching’ financial risks for itself by opposing a Florida law limiting instruction on sexual orientation or gender identity in elementary schools.” Simeone claims that by criticizing “Don’t Say Gay” Disney “lost control over tax and improvement issues at its Orlando-area theme park.” Simeone has demanded that Disney turn over internal records about the decisions made surrounding the Company’s opposition to “Don’t Say Gay.” Pride in Animal Kingdom 2022 The lawsuit alleges that the “financial repercussions from Disney’s actions, and resulting harm to the company and its stockholders, have been swift and severe.” The investor claims that there are “legitimate questions” about the decision by Disney’s Board of Directors to let executives within Disney publically oppose the bill (now law), knowing that Disney could “lose the benefits of a one-of-a-kind deal that has existed between Disney and the state for more than half a century.” ©Spectrum News 13 It wasn’t until after Disney’s statement against “Don’t Say Gay” as the bill was passed into law that it was revealed that Florida legislators had met to discuss a repeal of the RCID. But Simeone alleges that Disney “ignored a warning from the governor about opposing the statute.” The bill to dissolve the RCID was introduced and then swiftly passed. Though the law would greatly impact Disney, it could also impact Florida and the counties that surround Disney. Some have warned that the dissolution of the RCID could result in a huge tax burden (particularly a burden surrounding outstanding bonds) being passed on to local counties. Florida Democratic state senator Linda Stewart has explained that she didn’t “think [DeSantis] understood how badly this could go for the state of Florida and the counties and the cities.” What Is This Lawsuit Really? According to Bloomberg, this is what is known as a “books and records” action. Basically, it’s a way of demanding documents that could then later be used to sue Disney’s directors over their handling of the “Don’t Say Gay” situation. Bloomberg points out that Delaware judges “often grant such file requests.” Now that the request for documents has been made/lawsuit filed, we’ll have to wait and see how the case is decided and whether the documents are provided. That could lead to further legal action against Disney’s Board of Directors. Pride Wall For more updates about Reedy Creek and what could happen with the district, click here. And stay tuned for more news. Click here to learn about 4 times Disney was sued…and LOST Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! The post “Swift and Severe” Harm Hit Disney Following “Don’t Say Gay” Debacle, According to Investor Lawsuit first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Bob Iger is back at Disney for a limited 2-year term — but will that be enough? ©Reuters Iger’s return immediately impacted stock values (though we’ve since seen those drop a bit), and had some analysts cheering. We’ve already heard Iger comment on everything from gun violence to Park Passes since he stepped back into the CEO role, but he’ll face a heavy heap of challenges…and the clock is ticking. Positive Responses to Iger’s Return Make no mistake, Iger’s return has brought about some enthusiastic responses from celebrities and analysts. Josh Gad, the voice of Olaf in Frozen tweeted “the GOAT is back!!!!” Boomerang CEOs aren’t unheard of, but the real key here is whether 2 years will be enough to prevent Iger from returning time and time again, should a future successor not live up to Board expectations. See who has emerged as a “top contender” to replace Iger Could Iger Extend His Term? As we noted above, Iger has extended his term as CEO many times in the past, so an extension of this 2-year term wouldn’t exactly be surprising. But this is another place where time isn’t on Iger’s side. Iger is older than he was before — at 71 years old. By the time he finishes, he’ll be around 73. Will he be willing to serve as CEO of a major media Company into his mid/late 70s? It’s possible this 2-year term will really be the end but don’t go placing any high bets just yet. Iger Has a Lot of Things to Deal With We’ve done a deep dive into the many challenges Iger will have to face during his 2 years back at Disney, but a big loss in streaming is one of the main ones. According to earlier statements from Disney, Disney+ is supposed to be profitable by fiscal year 2024. Fiscal year 2023 has already begun, so Iger doesn’t have long to turn things around if they still want to hit that goal. ©Disney As of November 2022, Chapek had indicated that Disney still expected the streaming service to be profitable by that time. But so far what we’ve seen are BIG losses in streaming. Within Q4 of Fiscal Year 2022 alone, Disney reported $1.5 BILLION in losses within its direct-to-consumer division. That’s not usually something you fix with a snap of your fingers. But the introduction of ads, the release of more films on Disney+, and the increase in ad-free Disney+ pricing could help. ©Disney Iger will also face a big challenge in streaming (and media in general at Disney) when it comes to the Disney Media & Entertainment Distribution (DMED) division. The DMED structure took distribution control away from those within the creative side of Disney. Iger has already announced that he intends to put in place a “new structure that puts more decision-making back in the hands of our creative teams and rationalizes costs.” But how will Iger balance giving creatives control while also controlling budgets amid the big streaming losses? Only time will tell. Disney World Not to mention the fact that some things are beyond Iger’s control, like inflation, lingering pandemic concerns, political issues (to an extent), and things like the waning movie theater attendance numbers. What Now? As Rick Murarriz wrote for the Motley Fool, “Time is ticking on Iger. He has a lot to do. He just doesn’t have a lot of time to get it all done.” Munarriz went on to note, “It boils down to fixing Disney+ and improving the theme parks product to the point where it seems 40% better than before the pandemic. Those are just two tasks, but they are huge tasks. Iger’s legacy hangs in the balance. No pressure.” Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Will 2 years be enough for Iger to stabilize the Company and choose a successor that won’t have to exit shortly after their arrival? What unexpected challenges could throw a wrench in these plans? We’ll just have to wait and see whether Iger’s return solidifies his “mythical” status within Disney (O.C. Register) or if results will fall flat, tarnishing his reputation. Click here to see why it might be EASY to replace Bob Iger at Disney 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. How much do you think Iger can realistically do in 2 years? Tell us in the comments. The post “Time Is Ticking on Iger” — Can Disney’s CEO Really “Stabilize the Company” in Just 2 Years? first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

On two crisp December evenings in Disneyland park, hundreds of choir members walk in formation down Main Street, U.S.A., adorned in robes and carrying lit white candles. The lights in Town Square slowly go dim and guests stop in silence to watch the iconic street illuminated by candlelight. The processional is one of the many […]View the full article

The event marked the first “Celebration of Giving” at Universal Orlando, which the company said will become an annual tradition. 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. A holiday cupcake, a big change to kids’ meals, and…dinosaur POOP? Tree of Life Disney’s Animal Kingdom is always an exciting place to be, with thrill rides like Expedition Everest, fan-favorite shows like Finding Nemo: The Big Blue…and Beyond, and delicious snacks like cheeseburger pods. But it’s even more exciting right now since we just spotted several changes at this park! Come with us to see everything that’s NEW at Animal Kingdom. Before we get to all the updates, make sure you download our FREE Animal Kingdom checklist so that you don’t miss any of the best rides, snacks, and activities in this park! Just enter your email, and we’ll send the checklist straight to your inbox. Let’s start with some big food updates at this park. Animal Kingdom Food Updates Flame Tree Barbecue This holiday season, you can find the Merry Menagerie Cupcake yet again! It’s a returning treat and you can get it from multiple quick service spots, including Flame Tree Barbecue, Pizzafari, and Restaurantosaurus. Menagerie Cupcake The cute cupcake costs $5.99 and matches the Merry Menagerie puppets that you can find on Discovery Island. Click here to read our review of the Merry Menagerie Cupcake. Restaurantosaurus We stopped by Restaurantosaurus to check out a big change that was recently made — they’re now offering books with the purchase of a kids’ meal. The new kids’ meal But there’s a catch! Previously, you could choose three sides with a kids’ meal here, but now you get the choice of two sides along with a National Geographic book. So you’re giving up an extra side to get that book. Get more details about this kids’ meal change here. Animal Kingdom Construction Updates While we were in DinoLand, U.S.A., we saw that there were still big hedges up around the fountain at the DINOSAUR ride. This ride is still open, but the fountain is getting some refurbishments done at the moment. Construction And at the front of the park, the Christmas tree is officially up! It’s the holiday season! There are lots of pretty decorations up around this park, especially at Discovery Island. But don’t miss the colorful hanging lights in the Asia section of the park! These look gorgeous at night. Click here to see more construction project updates in Disney World. Animal Kingdom Merchandise Updates Discovery Trading Co. There were some new Mickey ears at this gift shop! We spotted some Santa hat Mickey ears for $34.99 (but they’re just $27.99 if you buy them online!)… Santa Hat Mickey Ears …Coco Minnie ears for $34.99… ‘Coco’ Ears …and lumberjack Mickey ears, also for $34.99. Lumberjack Mickey Ears We haven’t spotted the Coco or lumberjack ears online yet, but we’ll be on the lookout for them! Windtraders At Windtraders (the gift shop in the Pandora section of this park), there were some new items as well. There was a Pandora puffy jacket for kids for $59.99… Avatar coat …a Pandora fleece jacket for kids for $59.99… Fuzzy Jacket …and a Na’vi baby plush for $34.99. Na’vi baby plush We also spotted a new Avatar-themed Spirit Jersey for $84.99… Avatar Spirit Jersey …and a matching bucket hat for $39.99. Bucket Hat Looking for a quick snack in Pandora? Check out the Lionberry Rice Krispie treats for $5.49. Lionberry treats On to the next shop! Dino Institute Did you know you can buy REAL dinosaur POOP in Disney World? Yep — just head to the Dino Institute to get your hands on some fossilized feces. Should we buy it? You can pick up the poop for $9.95 — this would make a great gag gift or a fun stocking stuffer for kids! Click here to check out Disney’s 100th anniversary merchandise! If you’re visiting Animal Kingdom (or any of the Disney World parks) soon, we’ve got a great resource for you to use – our DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining. We wrote our ebook after decades of visiting Disney World so that we could help you have a stress-free vacation! Click here and use code WDW2023 to get 25% off! It’s time to pre-order your DFB Guide! Keep following DFB for all the latest Disney news. Click here to find out what’s new at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. 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 your favorite thing to do in Animal Kingdom? Let us know in the comments. The post What's New at Disney's Animal Kingdom: Dinosaur Poop and a Kids' Meal Update first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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Did you know December 12 is National Gingerbread House Day? Walt Disney World Resort is known for its incredible gingerbread house displays, so today is the perfect time to share an inside look at how our talented culinary cast sprinkle holiday magic (and powdered sugar snow) across our parks and resort hotels with these incredible […]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. The holiday season is a time for some SERIOUS shopping, so although you might be done buying holiday gifts for everyone in your family and all your friends, you’ve probably taken advantage of some sales and things that have popped up online. Room at Swan Reserve If you’re looking for some handy things for yourself, we’ve got you covered, though. We’ve already told you about everything you’ll need for your next Disney World trip, but you might want to add another item to that list — a comfy pillow. Well, there’s a pillow on Amazon that might be EXACTLY what you need for home AND travel. This isn’t just any old pillow, though. The Coop Home Goods Eden Pillow has over 1,000 5-star reviews on Amazon! This pillow has a soft gel-infused memory foam and microfiber blend inside it to keep you cool, especially if you’re a hot sleeper! ©Amazon Even better, this pillow is adjustable! You can make it as thick or thin as you need for a perfect night’s sleep. Seriously, why wouldn’t you want to take it with you everywhere? ©Amazon It also comes in two sizes: get a Queen-Size Pillow for $96 or a King-Size for $108. If you’re in doubt, there are plenty of great reviews to convince you that it’s worth it! Buy the Coop Home Goods Eden Pillow Now! Looking for more great Amazon finds? Here are some deals we recently found on Disney merchandise! While you’re in the shopping mood…have you checked our DFB exclusive graphic tees and merch? It’s super fun stuff to wear to the parks, or to rep your happy place at the grocery store! Click here to visit the DFB Merch Store! Here Are All the Disney Board Games You Can Buy at Target 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. Do you take a pillow with you when you travel? Let us know in the comments! The post This Gift Has 10K 5-Star Reviews, And ANYONE Would Love It. Seriously Anyone first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Do you still need to finish up your holiday shopping? Holiday Merchandise! The good news is it’s still not too late! You have time to get those online orders in and get everything shipped before Christmas. And although Black Friday and Cyber Monday have come and gone, you can still grab some great deals on Amazon to finish up your list! Upgrade family game night with The Magical World of Disney Trivia — test your knowledge of all things Disney with this trivia game that’s an Amazon exclusive: this version comes with two additional character movers for an 8-player game! ©Amazon You can get the game now for $34.99 (regularly $44.99). Buy the game here! If trivia isn’t your thing, you can still add some Disney flair to game night with the Mickey and Friends Monopoly Board Game. This version comes with 7 exclusive pins, too! SWEET. ©Disney Grab it now for $30 (regularly $55.99). Get the Mickey and Friends Monopoly Board Game here! Who doesn’t want Mickey waffles for breakfast? You can make your own at home with the Mickey Waffle Maker! It’s on sale! ©Amazon Grab the waffle maker now for $28.99 (normally $39.99). Get the waffle maker here! Want to gift someone a walk down memory lane? The Disney Store Playset is available and on sale! This playset is a miniature version of a Disney Store! This version includes five mystery minis, too! © Amazon Get the playset now for $17.99 (regularly $29.99). Click here to buy the playset We LOVE this Winter Beanie with the two pom poms that look like Mouse ears! How fun is this? It’s perfect for those rare cold days in Disney World (yes, believe it or not — it does get cold occasionally). ©Amazon Grab it on sale now for $15.99 (regularly $24.99). Get the winter beanie here! Your next park bag is here! The Petunia Pickle Bottom Beauty and the Beast Criss-Cross Sling Bag is perfect for a day in the parks or for just carrying around every day. ©Amazon It’s on sale now for $48.30 (regularly $69). Buy the sling bag here! Okay, now that you’ve bought all these presents, you need wrapping paper to wrap them up in. So why not get that Disney Wrapping Paper? This set includes 3 bundles with cut lines! ©Amazon Get all three rolls now for $14.67 (regularly $16.99). Get the wrapping paper bundle So that should cover it and get every name on your holiday shopping list crossed off! Happy shopping! While you’re in the shopping mood…have you checked our DFB exclusive graphic tees and merch? It’s super fun stuff to wear to the parks, or to rep your happy place at the grocery store! Click here to visit the DFB Merch Store! Here Are Our Top 10 Disney Dollar Tree Finds 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. How much holiday shopping do you have left? Let us know in the comments! The post 8 Amazon Deals to Finish Your Holiday Shopping Today first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The Walt Disney Company has started celebrating its 100th anniversary in a BIG way — and more is still to come! 100 Years of Wonder The party kicks off in Disneyland in January 2023 with new nighttime shows and the opening of Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway. But we’re already seeing some special merchandise for the event. Today, the 100th-anniversary collection dropped online at shopDisney and in the Disney World parks. Soon, even MORE special merchandise will come out! Here are some details about future items coming for the event. Disney released the Disney100 Platinum Celebration Collection already (that’s what dropped online and in Disney World), but more collections will debut in 2023. Upcoming collections include the Disney100 Oswald Collection, the Disney100 The Eras Collection, and the Disney100 Decades Collection. Disney platinum ears Disney just said that these will be released “starting in 2023,” so we’ll have to watch for more specific release dates. Oswald has already been part of the 100th anniversary, with Disney animators creating a new short starring the iconic character. You can watch that short here! ©Disney The Decades and Eras collections sound like they could be similar to the Vault collections that debuted in Disney World for that resort’s 50th anniversary, so we’re hoping to see some vintage Disney merch as part of that merchandise line. We’ll continue to watch for more new merchandise, so stay tuned to DFB for all the latest news! Click here to check out the Disney100 Platinum Celebration Collection. 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 purchased any 100th anniversary merchandise already? Let us know in the comments! The post A Disney 100th Anniversary Oswald Collection Is Coming Soon! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’ve got BIG EPCOT news! EPCOT Due in part to the COVID-19 global pandemic, many Disney projects have been put on hold, and many of them we’re not sure will ever happen. One of these projects is the DuckTales Scavenger Hunt in World Showcase in EPCOT, which was originally supposed to premiere in 2019. After not hearing anything for years, we heard rumors months ago it was set to happen, and now we’ve got an opening date! The DuckTales Scavenger Hunt is similar in ways to the Kim Possible and Agent P’s Scavenger Hunts seen in years past. According to the 2019 description of the hunt, it’ll be a “trip around World Showcase discovering exotic destinations, exciting mysteries, and maybe even a few thieves, villains and supernatural guardians of ancient artifacts.” ©Disney We previously saw this scavenger hunt appear on the Play Disney Parks app, and now we have an opening date. This adventure will be opening on Friday, December 16th! You’ll have to use that Play Disney Parks app to complete the hunt — so make sure those phones are charged. ©Disney Guests will “Join Scrooge McDuck, his nephews & friends as they travel around World Showcase on a quacky quest to find the 7 Plunders of the World – and return them to their rightful owners.” The treasures are hidden in World Showcase country pavilions, and each country has “three assignments and one finale.” The country pavilions with hidden treasures are Mexico, Norway, China, Germany, Japan, France, and the United Kingdom. Every mission “takes approximately 25-30 minutes to complete.” Mexico pavilion in World Showcase After completing a mission, you get an achievement in the Disney Play App. Once you complete all the missions, you’ll unlock a final mission. We’ll check out the new hunt when it opens on December 16th, so stay tuned to DFB for more details. ©Disney There’s still lots to come in EPCOT too — Moana: Journey of Water is under construction right now, and the park as a whole is going under a major transformation. Be sure to keep an eye on DFB for all the latest Disney construction and event updates! Check out a major addition to the EPCOT Moana attraction! Want MORE Details About EPCOT’s MASSIVE Transformation? EPCOT’s Three New Neighborhoods Have Debuted – Learn More Here See Our Full Review of One of EPCOT’s Newest Restaurants – Connections Eatery Get a Full Tour Inside EPCOT’s New Starbucks Location – Connections Cafe See All the Details You Need to Know About the Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Coaster, Now Open in World Discovery NEW Festival Areas, Gardens, a Meet-and-Greet Area, and More Are Coming to EPCOT Go Inside Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure With Us Check Out All of the Tasty Details About La Crêperie de Paris See Our Full Reviews of Space 220, Which Has Officially OPENED in EPCOT Check Out Spaceship Earth’s Permanent New Nighttime Look Learn More About EPCOT’s New Nighttime Spectacular -- Harmonious See Full Details About the New PLAY! Pavilion Coming to EPCOT Learn All About Journey of Water -- Inspired by Moana, Coming to World Nature The Mary Poppins Attraction is on Hold – Learn More Here What’s Been CUT From the EPCOT Transformation? Click HERE for All the News and Details about EPCOT’s Transformation! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest EPCOT transformation news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! How do you feel about the new scavenger hunt? Tell us in the comments! The post Opening DATE Revealed for the New EPCOT Scavenger Hunt first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

A new study has shown that the raw seafood you are ordering in dishes such as poke, ceviche and sushi may not be what you think it is. ©National Fisheries Institute This could be a particularly critical issue for those with food allergies. The study, conducted by the Food Science Program at Chapman University, examined 103 samples of sushi, poke, and ceviche sold at restaurants in Orange County, CA. A whopping 63% of them were mislabeled. ©National Fisheries Institute About ⅓ of the incidents of fish mislabeling were identified as “species substitution” – when something is identified as, say, halibut or red snapper, but is actually a cheaper white fish. The study’s authors said there is often economic motivation for this type of substitution, but noted that it could be happening somewhere in the fishing industry before the fish winds up at the restaurant level. The remaining ⅔ of the mislabeling incidents were restaurants using names for the fish other than those on the FDA’s Seafood List. Some common examples of this include the labeling of Amberjack as “Yellowtail” and the labeling of Escolar as “White Tuna.” The FDA’s list was established to establish common names for the industry and protect consumers. ©National Fisheries Institute The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife notes that seafood mislabeling can be dangerous to those who are allergic to shellfish but can eat other types of seafood, and those with similar allergies. Mislabeled fish could also contain toxins that you were not aware of, and the mislabeling can have an impact on conservation efforts for endangered species. How can you protect yourself from seafood mislabeling? Seafood Watch – a conservation organization that rates the sustainability of seafood, and whose ratings are used by Disney, Red Lobster, Whole Foods, and other companies – produces consumer guides you can use to find out what fish is in season. Remember the old adage: If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. That great price you are getting on a normally expensive fish could indicate mislabeling. Try to order seafood from restaurants you frequent and trust. Ask questions like when and where their seafood was sourced. Speak up about any allergies or other health concerns you have – don’t just count on avoiding an allergen with your order. Restaurant staff should be eager to listen and tell you what precautions they can take to keep your plate allergen-free. Stay tuned to DFB for the latest food news! Seafood Controversy: Will Disney Stop Serving Lobster? Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Are you worried about seafood mislabeling? Share your concerns in the comments! The post That Fish You're Eating ... Might NOT Be the Fish You Think You're Eating first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s the holiday season in Disney World, and you know what that means… It’s the holiday season in Disney World! …holiday EATS and DRINKS! We’ve tried all the new and returning favorites at EPCOT’s Festival of the Holidays, eaten the exclusive snacks at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, and now we’re headed to a Disney Resort Hotel to check out a NEW holiday dessert they’re serving up! Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort is home to SO MANY great dining options, but one of our favorite spots for a quick bit is Capt. Cook’s! This counter-service location usually serves up Tonga Toast at breakfast and pulled pork nachos that are worth leaving Magic Kingdom for, but we recently headed over to try a new holiday dessert — the Moana Holiday Cupcake! This is a chocolate cupcake with candy cane mousse and chocolate decor for $6.49. There’s a chocolate palm tree with holiday lights, a chocolate Moana piece, icing “waves,” and some sand on top, too. We were surprised by how big this cupcake was compared to others we’ve seen at Disney, so this is definitely a shareable treat. How pretty is this cupcake?! But, we can’t guarantee you’re going to want to share it — that’s how tasty this treat was! The chocolate cake was moist and rich without being too sweet, but the candy cane peppermint mousse filling was the star of the show. You probably need to be a fan of minty desserts to enjoy it but it’s worth trying if you’re used to boring Disney cupcakes. The peppermint flavor did get stronger the more we ate of this cupcake, but the chocolate cake helped to cut down on some of that strong mint. The chocolate palm tree and Moana figure were a cute addition, but didn’t add any real flavor to the dessert. We loved the sand crumbles though — they added a fun crunch, kind of like a streusel, that helped break up the rest of the cupcake’s texture. A tropical treat If you’re looking for a festive holiday treat, head on over to Capt. Cook’s at Disney’s Polynesian Resort to get a bite of this cupcake. While you’re there, check out the renovations to Kona Cafe or stop by Tambu Lounge for a cocktail (and some secret menu noodles!). NOODLES Stay tuned to DFB for the latest Disney snack reviews, news, and more! PHOTOS and REVIEWS of ALL the 2022 Holiday Treats in Disney World Need Disney Restaurant Advice? We’ve Got EVERYTHING You Need to Know The ONLY Disney Dining Planning Tool You’ll Need Is Here – Get the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining! See Our Complete Disney World Restaurants Guide Check Out the 19 Best Restaurants in Disney World in 2022 Our Top 50 All-Time Best Disney Dining Tips These Are the BEST Meals in Disney World for Under $15 Ranking Every Single Magic Kingdom Restaurant Ranking Every Single EPCOT Restaurant Ranking Every Single Restaurant in Disney’s Hollywood Studios Ranking Every Single Restaurant in Disney’s Animal Kingdom Ranking Every Single Restaurant in Disney Springs Ranking Every Single Restaurant in Disney World Hotels – Cheap Eats Edition Check Out Dozens of Disney Dining Tips and Tools Learn All About Tipping at Disney Restaurants How to Use Mobile Order in Disney World Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest Disney food news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Do you have a favorite Disney holiday snack? Let us know in the comments! The post You Should LEAVE Magic Kingdom for This Holiday Treat first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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We’ve got BIG Disney World popcorn bucket news! Popcorn Cart If you’re someone who LOVES popcorn, the refillable popcorn buckets can be quite an amazing deal for you. Some popcorn buckets you can snag without a park ticket, while others you have to wait in hours-long lines for (hello, Figment popcorn bucket). We recently heard about a new popcorn bucket coming to Magic Kingdom, and now it’s HERE! The Mickey Balloon Premium Bucket is rainbow-colored with Magic Kingdom’s logo on the front. It’s available in Magic Kingdom via Mobile Order on December 12th and 13th but will be heading to popcorn carts all over the park afterward. Mickey Premium Popcorn Bucket on Mobile Order You can mobile order this popcorn bucket from Tomorrowland Terrace through the My Disney Experience app. Mobile Ordering the bucket Once you get the notification that your order is ready, head to the restaurant and go to the pickup location given in the app. There were dozens of buckets lined up on the tables when we first arrived. Look at all those buckets! They’re $20 each and they’re just as shiny and colorful as we imagined! Mickey Balloon Premium Bucket They’ll only be at Tomorrowland Terrace for two days before heading to all the popcorn stands, but they might be pretty popular, so we suggest grabbing one ASAP if you’re interested. It’s so colorful! We’ve seen lots of new popcorn buckets this holiday season, including one that plays music. We’ll make sure to keep you updated if any more arrive in the parks soon, so stay tuned to DFB. We’ve got a lot of exciting things coming soon, including restaurant openings, new rides, and the 100th Anniversary of The Walt Disney Company. We’ll share all the details for the major events happening in 2023, so keep following along! THIS is the secret formula Disney uses to keep you snacking through the parks! 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! How many popcorn buckets do you own? Tell us in the comments! The post PHOTOS: The NEW Rainbow Mickey Balloon Popcorn Bucket Is Now in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney has a NEW animated movie out in theaters, but soon you’ll be able to watch it from home! Photo Op! Strange World follows a family of legendary explorers as they “navigate an uncharted, treacherous land alongside a motley crew.” We’ve already seen a preview of the film offered in Disney World and merchandise released for the movie. But now we have BIG news! Strange World will be available to watch from home on Disney+ on December 23rd. ©Disney Get a special peek at the movie below! As we noted above, the film follows a family of explorers and has a variety of big names included in the cast. Jake Gyllenhaal is the voice of Searcher Clade, while Dennis Quaid is Searcher’s father Jaeger, and Gabrielle Union is Meridian Clade. The cast also includes Lucy Liu and Jaboukie Young-White. The movie was “helmed” by director Don Hall, who you’ll recognize from his work with Big Hero 6 and Raya and the Last Dragon. It’s an alien thing! To get a FULL list of the shows and movies coming to Disney+ in December, click here. And stay tuned for more news! Click here to learn about the ads that have launched on Disney+ 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. Did you see Strange World in theaters? Will you be watching it on Disney+? Tell us in the comments below. The post Release DATE Announced for 'Strange World' on Disney+ first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

A NEW experience is coming to Disney Cruise Line in 2023! ©Disney Cruise Line Pixar Day at Sea will bring exciting activities to the Disney Fantasy next year, including a new nighttime spectacular, the chance to meet your favorite Pixar pals, dance parties, and more. And the event will also bring with it a whole bunch of NEW FOOD! So let’s go through all of the snacks and treats you won’t want to miss while on one of these special sailings. Pixar Day at Sea Basics Before we dive into the food, we just want to note that Pixar Day at Sea will start on January 7th, 2023. It will debut on 9 of the 7-night sailings on the Disney Fantasy. Be sure to check and see whether the sailing you’re booked on will feature this unique event. Alright, let’s dive into the food. Hey Howdy Breakfast with Woody and Friends Ever wanted to have breakfast with Woody and his pals? Well, soon you’ll be able to if you hop on a Pixar Day at Sea sailing. This brand new “interactive” breakfast is themed to Woody’s Roundup from Toy Story 2. During the breakfast, you’ll get to see a cowboy guitarist, musical show moments, and even appearances from Woody, Jesse, and Bullseye. The breakfast menu will include: Assorted muffins and pastries Pancakes French toast Classic Mickey waffles The Prospector’s Breakfast Burrito (potato puffs, sausage, scrambled eggs, and cheddar cheese) Bullseye’s Mini Pancake Tower (with bananas, raspberry jelly, peanut butter, and whipped cream) Smoked salmon with cream cheese, onions, and capers Chilled grapefruit A yogurt parfait or plant-based berry oatmeal parfait 3 “signature” dishes: Buttermilk biscuit entree with sausage gravy A plate featuring two fried eggs of your choice on hashbrown potatoes with chorizo Plant-based combo featuring scrambled eggs, sausage patties, a pancake, a hashbrown, and grilled tomato ©Disney Advance reservations are required. You can start booking up to 30 days in advance of your sailing! Sweet Treats Need some sweets? Disney has you covered. Head over to Sweet on You to check out treats themed to the Pixar films, including a Joyful Lemon Cupcake (lemon sponge and vanilla crème frosting)… ©Disney …Toy Story Letter Blocks (chocolate blocks filled with mixed candy)… ©Disney …and Sheriff Rice Krispy Treats Badge. ©Disney The Joyful Lemon Cupcake appears to be similar to the Joy cupcake available at Joyful Sweets on the Disney Wish Cruise Ship, except the one on the Wish had a white chocolate mousse on top instead of frosting. Joy Lemon Cupcake You’ll also want to visit Cabanas, Cove Cafe, and the concierge lounge for other treats… ©Disney …including one themed to Edna Mode. ©Disney New Dinner Menu On the night of a Pixar Day at Sea, you’ll also find a NEW dinner menu at all rotational dining venues. The dishes are inspired by California, the home of Pixar Animation Studios. Here’s some of what you’ll find on the menu: Appetizers: Smoked salmon and smoked trout rillette Baked shrimp mac and cheese Salad: There will be a salad with “fresh ingredients” such as goat cheese, roasted yellow and red beets, pistachios and honey dressing Main entrees: Seared grouper Makhani butter chicken Beef tenderloin Cobb salad Vegetarian “Poke” Bowl Vegetable tagine Pixar Day at Sea ©Disney You’ll also find special treats for dessert. The signature dessert will be a Playful Pixar Ball with baked vanilla cheesecake, blueberry filling, and lemon almond cake. Other desserts include: Strawberry churros Chocolate pot de crème Pink grapefruit almond cake Poached bosc pear almond tart Chocolate fudge sundae ©Disney That’s a taste of what you’ll get to experience during a Pixar Day at Sea. Remember these begin in January 2023 and are only available on select sailings. We’ll keep an eye out for more news and let you know what we find! 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