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Time to turn you into a Disney World PRO for 2023! Guests in Disney World Join us as we talk about HOT-AND-FRESH tips for getting on the NEWEST Disney coaster, finding the PERFECT seats for a popular returning show, and navigating a new realm of Disney’s latest price changes. Check out our video below about how The Newest & Best Pro Tips for Disney World. 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! 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! Are you going to Disney World in 2023? Let us know in the comments. The post DFB Video: The Newest and Best Pro Tips for Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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Are you looking for something fun to do this holiday season? Toy Story Tree in Disney Springs There are plenty of activities at Disney World to check out, from Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party to the Christmas Tree Stroll at Disney Springs to the gingerbread displays at the Deluxe Resorts. Now, you can add a special mixology class to that list! The Edison in Disney Springs is continuing its Mixology Series with a Patron Party this December! The event will feature Patron Tequila and will take place on December 1st, 8th, and 15th from 6PM to 8PM. The Edison bar Tickets for the event are $65+ per person and extremely limited. Only guests ages 21 and older may attend. Mixologist Alana has carefully curated six different cocktails for the three nights and those will be paired with entree and dessert selections. The Edison Here’s a look at the menu for the event: Thursday, Dec 1: Featured Spirit — Patrón Silver Cocktails “Thymed Pearfectly” – Patrón Silver Tequila, Pear Juice, Thyme Simple Syrup, Chandon Brut “Frostbite” – Patrón Silver Tequila, Blue Curacao, White Crème de Cacao, Cream Bites Tequila Marinated Pork Skewers, cherry tomato, zucchini, grilled pears White Chocolate Cheesecake Thursday, Dec. 8: Featured Spirit — Patrón Reposado Cocktails “Dark Side of Winter” – Patrón Reposado Tequila, Lemon Juice, Lime Juice, Simple Syrup, Cocoa Nib Infused Port “Santa’s Secret” – Patrón Reposado Tequila, Stirrings Ginger Liqueur, Lime Juice, Pomegranate Juice, Hellfire Bitters Bites Beef, Port Reduction, Wild Rice Pomegranate Ginger Fruit Cakes Thursday, Dec. 15: Featured Spirit — Patrón Añejo Cocktails “Starry Night” – Patrón Añejo Tequila, Starfruit Chunks, Orange Slices, Rosemary, Grand Marnier. Served in a Porthole “Sleigh All Day” – Patrón Añejo Tequila, Allspice Dram, Agave, Orange Bitters, Black Walnut Bitters, Cinnamon Cordial Bites Grilled u12 Shrimp w/ Star Fruit chutney Stewed Curried Chicken with White Rice The Edison So if you plan on attending, make sure to snag those tickets online ASAP before they sell out. We’ll make sure to update you with any more holiday season news or special events happening soon, so stay tuned to DFB. It’s a busy time of year! If you’re visiting in the coming months, make sure to check out our posts on the seasonal offerings to get all the details before your visit. We’ve checked out the Christmas decor and the holiday merchandise, as well as the limited-time snacks. Click Here to Learn More About Breakfast With Santa in Disney Springs! 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! What’s your favorite holiday event in Disney World? Tell us in the comments! The post How to Attend Disney World’s EXCLUSIVE Patron Party first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If you’re doing some holiday shopping this year, then now is the time! Disney Merchandise We saw a bunch of deals over the Thanksgiving weekend, and now we’re into prime shopping season as stores are stocked up with toys, home goods, and all kinds of gifts. But if you’re ordering online, there are some big deadlines you should know about! Keep in mind that when you’re shopping online, you’ll need to factor in shipping time to make sure that your items arrive before Christmas day. Orlando’s Spectrum News 13 has shared a list of the big deadlines that you should know for major shipping carriers. Time for some holiday festivities! The following are important dates to know for USPS. For the lower 48 states: Retail ground: Dec. 17th First-class mail: Dec. 17th Priority mail: Dec. 19th Priority mail express: Dec. 23rd For Alaska: Retail ground: Dec. 2nd First-class mail: Dec. 17th Priority mail: Dec. 17th Priority mail express: Dec. 21st For Hawaii: First-class mail: Dec. 17th Priority mail: Dec. 17th Priority mail express: Dec. 21st Holiday merchandise in Disney World If you’re doing your shipping through UPS, they have a calculator for ground shipping online. Three-day select is a deadline of December 20th, Second-day air is a deadline of December 21st, and next-day air is a December 22nd deadline. Christmas Tree at the Grand Floridian And finally, we’ve got Fed-Ex. Ground economy: Dec. 8th Ground contiguous, Alaska and Hawaii: Dec. 14th Express Saver: Dec. 20th Express 2Day: Dec. 21st Express SameDay: Dec. 23rd Holiday wreath So there you go! Keep in mind that shipping dates vary with services like Amazon, so make sure to check those dates ASAP because availability may change depending on the item. Prime members can often score one-day shipping, which could be a lifesaver during the holidays! We’ll keep our eyes peeled for any holiday merchandise deals that you need to know about, as well as any shipping delays or news. We’re ready to wrap those presents and stuff the stockings — let’s go! 10 Things Disney Sells Online That You Won’t Find in the Theme Parks — Click 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! When do you do your holiday shopping? Tell us in the comments! The post Shipping Deadlines: WHEN You NEED to Order Gifts to Get Them By Christmas first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

I finally got to see “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” last weekend and, like many of you, I absolutely loved it. Action, humor, heart … I have to admit, I shed a few tears along the way. There were just so many emotional moments with some of my favorite characters. Speaking of favorite characters … following the film’s […]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. Black Friday and Cyber Monday may be over, but there are still plenty of deals to take advantage of! We love 50th Anniversary merchandise! You can still get a deal on transportation from the airport to Disney World (if you book soon!), airlines are offering big savings, and there is a lot of Disney merchandise still on sale. We’ve shown you some of the biggest and best Disney merch deals, but now Disney has extended the Cyber Monday deals and it includes discounts on LOTS of 50th anniversary merchandise! shopDisney has turned Cyber Monday into Cyber Week savings and we’re not complaining! Today, you can get 30% off Disney Parks merchandise including 50th anniversary goodies. That means you can grab the 50th Anniversary Jeweled Ear Headband on sale now! These can make the whole place shimmer These ears are blue and gold with jewels on the ears and although they are usually $39.99, they are on sale for $27.99! Buy the 50th Anniversary Ears here! To go with the ears, you can grab the EARidescent Loungefly Backpack on sale online! oooOOooo SHINY! The Loungefly is gold all over with blue lining and there are gold sequin Minnie ears on top. It is usually $85, but you can get it today for $59.50. Want the EARidescent Loungefly? Click here! If you’re a Disney Crocs fan, you’re in luck! The 50th Anniversary Crocs are now on sale. 50th Anniversary Crocs These shoes feature Mickey and Minnie, a 50th anniversary logo, and Cinderella Castle in the background. Some sizes are already sold out, so act fast to get them for only $41.99! Snag the 50th Anniversary Crocs online! It can be fun to add a touch of Disney to any long travel day, and you can do that with the Small 50th Anniversary Rolling Luggage! You can snag this size for $111.99 (usually $159.99)… ©shopDisney …or the Large 50th Anniversary Rolling Luggage for $139.99 (usually $199.99). ©shopDisney Each size has a different design, but they all celebrate the 50th anniversary with a gorgeous blue color and Disney characters! Buy the Small Luggage or Large Luggage here! There is more where that came from! Head to shopDisney now to shop all of the Disney Parks merchandise on sale today. Check out EVERYTHING on sale right now! We’ll continue to bring you updates on the latest deals and discounts for Disney merchandise and Disney Parks, so stay tuned for more! In the meantime, check out the Disney t-shirt subscription you can get on Amazon below. A Disney T-Shirt Subscription Box on Amazon? Sign Us Up! Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary Details and Info See Photos & Reviews of All of Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Eats and Treats Check Out All of the 50th Anniversary Merchandise You Can Get Online Get a Look at Some of the 50th Anniversary Merchandise You Can Get in the Parks Click Here to See the 50 Best Ways to Celebrate Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Check Out Our 50 Pieces of Advice for Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Click Here to See the Best Ways to Celebrate Disney World’s 50th Anniversary from Home See the New 50th Anniversary Nighttime Looks for All 4 of Disney World’s Park Icons Check Out Our 50th Anniversary Cupcake Crawl Click Here to See Our Rankings of the 50th Anniversary Treats in Magic Kingdom See Our Rankings of the 50th Anniversary Treats in EPCOT Check Out Our Rankings of the 50th Anniversary Treats in Hollywood Studios See Our Rankings of the 50th Anniversary Treats in Animal Kingdom Click HERE for Your Guide to Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Celebration Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe What is your favorite Disney merchandise? Ears? Spirit Jerseys? Let us know in the comments! The post Save BIG on Disney World 50th Anniverary Merchandise Online NOW 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. It’s the week after Thanksgiving, and that means it’s time to SHOP! SO much merch! And speaking of shopping, shopDisney has been offering savings every day for what they have dubbed “Cyber Week” (like Cyber Monday but bigger). Today’s sale gives 30% off of Disney Parks items, and included in those savings is some popular merch from Loungefly! First up on sale is the EPCOT 40th Anniversary Loungefly Mini Backpack. This bag was introduced for EPCOT‘s big anniversary back in October, and shortly after it was released online. The rainbow color scheme and various pavilion logos are a tribute to the park’s history and massive ongoing transformation. Loungefly backpack Typically the bag is $85, but right now you can get it on sale for $59.50. That’s a steal! Click Here to Shop the EPCOT Bag! And if you like the backpack, make sure to pick up the matching EPCOT 40th Anniversary Loungefly Wallet as well. It’s covered in half of Spaceship Earth! Matching Wallet The wallet is typically $50, but right now, you can get it on sale for $35. It’ll be very helpful for keeping your valuables organized in your park backpack. Click Here to Check Out the Wallet! Those aren’t the only anniversary items you can snag during this sale! The Minnie Mouse EARisdescent Loungefly Mini Backpack is also available at a discount currently. oooOOooo SHINY! This thing is sparkly, shiny, and COVERED in gold — all about the glitz and glam! Like the EPCOT backpack, it’s on sale for $59.50 right now. Shop the EARidescent Loungefly Online Here! And finally, we have the Mickey Mouse Balloon Loungefly Mini Backpack. It’s covered in a rainbow Mickey balloon pattern with a giant balloon-shaped pocket on the front. So cute! It’s typically $75, so it’s a little bit cheaper than the others on sale at $52.50. Get it while the savings are hot! Shop the Balloon Backpack Here! Those are all the Loungefly items on sale currently, but we’ll make sure to update you with more merchandise discounts as they’re released. You’ve got just a few weeks to get all those gifts in time for Christmas, so get to 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 repping your happy place at the grocery store! Click here to visit the DFB Merch Store! Click Here to Check Out the Disney T-Shirt Subscription Box on Amazon! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! 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 of these Loungefly items would you buy? Tell us in the comments! The post HURRY! Disney Is Having a ONE DAY ONLY Loungefly Sale Online first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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Could another EPCOT project be on the chopping block? The upcoming PLAY! Pavilion The Mary Poppins attraction that was previously announced for the park has been placed “on hold,” and the Spaceship Earth reimagining has also been postponed. We’ve also seen plans for the festival space in World Celebration change over time. But other new things announced for EPCOT have opened — like Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure and Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind. So what could (or should) happen with the Play! Pavilion that had been announced for EPCOT? Should it just be cut from EPCOT’s construction plans? We’re breaking down everything you need to know. What Is the Play! Pavilion? The Play! Pavilion was announced a number of years ago as part of the EPCOT transformation. It is a new pavilion that is set to take the place of the Wonders of Life pavilion. It is meant to be a “digital metropolis” — a “city” setting of sorts that is full of interactive games, experiences, entertainment, hands-on activities, and interactions with Disney characters (both virtual and real). PLAY! Pavilion Concept Art ©Disney Zach Riddley (from the Disney Imagineering team) previously shared that the pavilion was “beyond anything we’ve ever created,” “built on the power of play,” and “worthy” of their “bold vision” for EPCOT. Some of the experiences that had been announced for this pavilion included helping Edna Mode (from The Incredibles) on her “quest to rid the world of uninspired style,” and competing in a water balloon fight with Huey, Dewey, Louie, and Webby. Check out our full page on the Play! Pavilion here How Far Has it Come Already? Some Not-So-Great Signs The Play! Pavilion was set to open in time for Disney World’s 50th Anniversary (which began back in 2021). The pavilion has not been completed and has not opened to the public. Technically, the 50th Anniversary doesn’t end until March 31st, 2023, so it could theoretically open before the celebration’s end, but that might not be realistic. PLAY! Pavilion sign in EPCOT We’ve seen construction off and on at this spot, on the outside of the building. But since everything would essentially be housed indoors, we haven’t really been able to see how far construction has come along inside. Construction hasn’t been all that frequent though. We’ve only seen workers up on the building here and there. It’s nothing compared to the action we’ve seen at spots like Journey of Water — Inspired by Moana or TRON. Workers on top of the Pavilion from September 2022 Another thing that could be a “bad sign” for this pavilion is that Disney hasn’t really discussed it in recent updates. At the D23 Expo, the Play! Pavilion was not really mentioned at all, despite there being an entire panel dedicated to the future of the Disney parks and other announcements made for EPCOT. Disney hasn’t discussed this project or really provided an update on it in a LONG time. That doesn’t exactly bode well for the project’s future, considering the updates Disney has given on other ongoing work. But It’s Not All Bad But it’s not all bad news. As we mentioned above, though construction hasn’t been as fast and furious at this spot as it is in other places, we have seen some people on the roof of the pavilion as recently as October of 2022. Play Pavilion And while Disney has announced that projects like the Mary Poppins EPCOT attraction are “on hold” or otherwise paused, they have not officially made that statement for the Play! Pavilion. (Key word: officially.) Plus, on July 14th, 2022, Disney filed a notice of commencement for a “general contractor package” with an address matching the Wonders of Life building. The contractor listed was Balfour Beatty Construction LLC, which has worked on a variety of other projects like Sesame Street Land at SeaWorld Orlando and Loews Sapphire Falls Resort at Universal Orlando. That notice of commencement doesn’t expire until December 31st, 2024. That gives Disney a LOT more time to really get things together. So maybe they’re just taking their time in finalizing this spot. EPCOT Experience Play Pavilion Display The Play! Pavilion has also appeared on some recent park maps for EPCOT. EPCOT 40th anniversary map And the matted print for the Play! Pavilion poster still appears on shopDisney. Can’t Wait to See The Play! Pavilion ©shopDisney But, strangely, the product description for it still says that the pavilion is “scheduled to open in 2021.” So who knows if that poster will get removed from the online store soon. Should Disney Just CUT the Play! Pavilion? The fate of the Play! Pavilion is sort of up in the air at the moment, which leads us to the core of this article — should Disney just cut the pavilion? Should it cancel the pavilion altogether and just move on? The Pros There are a number of reasons why Disney might want to cancel the Play! Pavilion and reasons why they’d actually benefit from the cancelation. First, if they cut the Play! Pavilion, it saves them from having to spend more money on it. Disney would no longer need to contract anyone to work on/build the pavilion, Imagineers would be freed up to work on “more pressing” projects, and Disney would not need to pay for any more materials, etc. associated with the project. Considering the big losses in streaming that Disney has reported lately and the hiring freeze announced, they may be looking at cost-cutting measures across the board to help their financial situation. Play Pavilion Second, the Play! Pavilion sounds like it was meant to be a very interactive space, which would likely equal some high-touch environments. Given the COVID-19 pandemic and the heavy focus on sanitizing high-touch areas, creating an entire experience that is dependent on spaces multiple guests would have to touch one right after the other might be a bit more concerning or questionable now. Disney might feel that keeping these spaces sufficiently sanitized (to the level people want and expect now, following their experience with COVID-19) might not be as feasible as it was before. They may be thinking about what would have to happen in this space should another COVID-19-like pandemic occur. Would it just have to close? Is it even worth it to build a space like this? Will guests no longer feel comfortable having to participate in such high-touch experiences, now that they’ve gone through COVID-19? Those considerations could have Disney reevaluating this space as a whole. Another Look at the Play Pavilion Third, if Disney shuts down the idea of the Play! Pavilion, they may be able to use this space for something else. It’s possible that within the last few years/months, different ideas for this space have been proposed that Disney feels are “better.” If the Play! Pavilion project is cut, that gives Disney the opportunity to switch to another idea they may prefer (or another idea that might be cheaper to create). PLAY! Pavilion Concept Art ©Disney Finally, Disney may be reevaluating the Play! Pavilion considering its “Tomorrowland Problem.” What’s the “Tomorrowland Problem,” you ask? Well, it’s the issue that Tomorrowland (within the Magic Kingdom and Disneyland) suffers. Tomorrowland was meant to represent tomorrow — the world of the future. The problem with a theme park is that technology might be “futuristic” when you start planning for a new ride/experience, but (oftentimes) by the time it reaches the park, it’s outdated. Even if rides/experiences are built quickly, changes in technology can happen faster than the time it takes to build/update an area. That’s a big reason why Tomorrowland in Disneyland was rebuilt with a slightly different feel/theme some years after its initial opening — focusing less on the actual future and more on the idea of a space port and “The Future That Never Was and Always Will Be.” Still, the design continues to date itself in many ways. Tomorrowland crowds Disney may be fearful that the Play! Pavilion will suffer a similar fate, as it appears to be based heavily on interactive and immersive technology — technology that may change just minutes, days, weeks, or months after it appears in the park. By the time the interactive Edna Mode game becomes available, how many people will be able to do something very similar or something BETTER on their own iPads or Nintendo Switch devices at home? Would the pavilion constantly suffer from being out of date? Choosing not to open the pavilion at all would alleviate that concern. The Cons But it’s not all good news if Disney decides to cut this pavilion. First, a lot of work has undoubtedly already gone into the pavilion in terms of designing it, some construction work at least from the outside, and likely other things. Disney has already invested money in the project — are they willing to throw that away? Second, the pavilion has already been announced to fans. Now, from a purely technical perspective, that doesn’t really mean anything. Disney has announced several projects that never got to see the light of day. So it’s not as though this will prevent Disney from cutting it. But if Disney does cut this project, it would join the list of broken promises made by the Company. EPCOT That’s not exactly great for Disney’s track record, and it can leave a bad taste in fans’ mouths if the Company is seen as repeatedly announcing things only to later cancel them. It can cause fans to lose their sense of trust in the Company’s announcements and taint future announcements with a heavier sense of skepticism as to whether anything will actually get done. Third, the Play! Pavilion is meant to be an indoor experienced, housed within the old Wonders of Life Pavilion. That alone — having a place that can hold many guests indoors for an extended period of time — is a great benefit in Florida, where intense rain or heat can often impact plans. A sizeable indoor pavilion could provide a much-needed air conditioning-filled refuge for fans. Yeah, We Could Use a Nice Indoor Pavilion Fourth, the old Wonders of Life building is BIG. This is not just a tiny space that is going unused. It is a MASSIVE building that used to house multiple attractions. And it’s just sitting there…empty. It used to be used for some Festival-related merchandise and activities, but that will likely all be housed in the upcoming CommuniCore Hall. If Disney cancels the Play! Pavilion, that building will just continue to go unused. That’s valuable real estate not being utilized to its maximum potential. Not to mention, Disney will presumably continue to maintain the building at least to some minimum standards (a.k.a. they won’t just let it totally deteriorate). That likely involves pumping some AC in the building and doing some other “bare minimum” work there. So they’d have to spend at least a little bit of money on a building that is going unused. What Will Disney Do With the Space? Going off of the space being large, having it sit empty likely doesn’t help with EPCOT’s capacity. If the Play! Pavilion is built (or at least the building is used in some way), that could help with capacity — providing another area for guests to visit. And Disney might even be able to increase the capacity of the park. Finally, the Play! Pavilion was meant to have a number of digital experiences. If created in a flexible way, those spaces could potentially be updated to feature new characters and new experiences as Disney releases new movies. That could provide more flexibility and more opportunities in the future. Play! Pavilion (behind Mission: SPACE gift shop) So, there are a number of ways to look at this — and there are reasons that could compel Disney to go either way. What do you think? Should Disney just scrap the Play! Pavilion? Should they transform it into something new? Let us know in the comments! For more news about EPCOT, check out the links below: A Figment meet-and-greet is coming to EPCOT Learn about the NEW Festival areas coming to EPCOT — CommuniCore Hall and CommuniCore Plaza A new nighttime show is coming to EPCOT And stay tuned for all the latest updates! 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! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Tell us your thoughts on the Play! Pavilion in the comments below. The post Should Disney Cut the Play Pavilion in EPCOT: Pros and Cons 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. Hey you! Yes, you! Need a unique holiday gift for a Disney fan? Disney shirts at Creations Shop in EPCOT We’ve been compiling some of our favorite gifts this season like Loungefly backpacks on sale, gifts for travelers, and the ultimate gifts for Disney World fans. But now, we’re showing you the gift that keeps on giving — a Disney-themed subscription box on Amazon! We’re constantly showing you some of the best Disney deals on Amazon, but there’s a subscription service you need to know about. It’s the Disney T-Shirt Club Subscription Box! ©Amazon No more having to dig around stores when you want a new t-shirt. Keep your closet fresh with a new shirt every month! For the subscription, you’ll pay $17.99 for your first box and $19.99 for every box after. You can choose from a men’s cut, a women’s cut, or youth sizes. Just choose a size, hit add to cart, and voila! A new mystery design will show up each month. ©Amazon Mickey & Friends isn’t the only themed box you can get! Amazon also has a Pixar T-Shirt Club… ©Amazon …a Disney Treasures T-Shirt Club… ©Amazon …and a Marvel T-Shirt Club! ©Amazon These boxes will bring you new “hot off the press” shirts delivered to your home. Don’t worry — you can cancel the subscription or skip a month at any time. Want to join the T-Shirt Club? Click here! If you don’t already have Amazon Prime, don’t miss the chance to sign up for a FREE Amazon Prime trial below! Stay tuned to DFB for even more Disney merchandise news! Shop Some of the BIGGEST Disney Deals 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. Are you going to sign up for the Amazon Disney t-shirt subscription? Let us know in the comments! The post A Disney T-Shirt Subscription Box on Amazon? Sign Us Up! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Happy Holidays to all! Disney Springs Christmas Tree You can feel the holiday spirit in the air all over Disney World — through the decorations, at EPCOT’s International Festival of Holidays, and there are beautiful gingerbread displays at many Disney World hotels. If you’ve got little ones and you’ve been searching for something extra special to celebrate Christmas, Breakfast with Santa events have been added at TWO Disney Springs restaurants! Over at T-Rex Cafe on December 10th & 11th, you and your family can sit down for a meal with the dinosaurs…and Santa! ©T-Rex Cafe The buffet-style breakfast is $34.21 for adults and $20.05 for kids, and also includes letters to Santa, goodie bags, a raffle and prizes, photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus, and much more! We suggest purchasing tickets sooner rather than later to reserve your spot. Purchase tickets here! If dinosaurs aren’t your thing, you can dine with Santa in the rainforest at Rainforest Cafe instead on December 3rd and 4th! ©Rainforest Cafe Guests will have a 30-minute window to meet with Santa and Mrs. Claus, and will also be served a buffet-style breakfast complete with letters to Santa, raffles and prizes, and other fun holiday activities. Tickets are $20.05 for kids and $34.21 for adults. Grab tickets here! Maria & Enzo’s Ristorante in Disney Springs also has a breakfast with Santa event that happens throughout the month of December. We attended the event and you can see our full review here. Entertainment You can also meet Santa at different spots around the parks. So be on the lookout! As always, stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney holiday news! Get a full overview of the holiday season in Disney World 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! Have you ever done Breakfast with Santa? Tell us below! The post Where You Can Have Breakfast With SANTA in Disney Springs first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’ve got awesome news for Anaheim Ducks fans! ©Disney If you’ve been missing seeing the Ducks in Disney California Adventure (not the Disney ducks, but we love them too), you’ll get a chance to see them in a few short months. Disneyland has just announced that Anaheim Ducks Day is returning to the park in 2023! On January 23rd, 2023, Anaheim Ducks Day will take place in Disney California Adventure, so mark your calendars and grab those park passes! Details about the event are set to be released in the coming weeks, but in past years, we’ve seen special snacks, merchandise, meet and greets, and decorations to celebrate these sports stars. Anaheim Ducks Day Milkshake from 2020 Meanwhile, you can celebrate the Festival of Holidays in DCA, look forward to a popular ride returning for a limited time, and meet Baby Yoda over in Galaxy’s Edge! And as always, stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney news. Here’s where to find the BEST breakfast in Disneyland! 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 celebrating in the parks? Tell us in the comments! The post Anaheim Ducks Day Is Returning to Disney California Adventure in 2023! 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. Quick! Name your favorite Disney elephant. Dumbo! If you said Dumbo, then you’ll love this news. We saw lots of Disney Loungefly bags as a part of Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales, but in case you didn’t find the perfect one, don’t worry. We keep an eye out for new Amazon Exclusive Loungefly bags (since there’s only ONE place to get them), and we spotted one that you won’t want to miss! Right now on Amazon, you can pre-order the Dumbo and Timothy Loungefly Backpack for $80! ©Amazon This red bag features Dumbo and Timothy in the circus tent on the front, with a small decal of Dumbo on the back as well. The straps and side slip pockets are red and white striped, like circus peanuts buckets. Pre-order it now to get it when it releases on December 31st! Pre-Order the Dumbo and Timothy Loungefly Backpack here! Don’t have room for another backpack? We totally get it — that’s why the Dumbo and Timothy Loungefly Wallet exists for $40! ©Amazon The wallet features the same artwork on the front, while the red back has two boxes of circus peanuts! The inside can hold multiple cards, has a slot for your ID, and has a zippered coin pocket. It will also be officially released on December 31st. But like the backpack, you can pre-order it now. Pre-Order the Dumbo and Timothy Loungefly Wallet here! If you’re still looking for the perfect holiday gifts, there are some great Disney board games families will love, and we’ve got a whole list of gifts that Disney adults will adore. Or, you can grab a Disney shirt from the DFB store! Oh What Fun It Is To Ride Sweatshirt As always, stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney merchandise news! Here are 9 gifts we promise NO ONE will want to regift! 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. Who is your favorite Disney character? Tell us in the comments! The post A NEW Amazon Exclusive Disney Loungefly Is Now Available for Pre-Order! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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Craving a refreshing treat in Disney World? Love gelato or ice cream? Want to try snacks from the NEWEST Disney World spots? You’re in the right place. Disney’s Hollywood Studios New snacks pop up all over Disney World constantly, but in 2022 a brand new snack cart made its appearance in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Is this spot a total skip or a must visit? Let’s find out! At Disney’s Hollywood Studios, in Muppets Courtyard, you will now find a NEW gelato kiosk! Though it is not branded with the Vivoli il Gelato name, the prices are the same as Vivoli il Gelato in Disney Springs and it looks very similar to the Vivoli cart at Disney’s Riviera Resort (though the one in Hollywood Studios one has a different color scheme). Our receipt also had the Vivoli il Gelato name at the top, so it does appear that this cart is associated with the Vivoli brand. New gelato stand! We were VERY excited to find this new snack spot in the park and we of course had to taste a few of the gelato flavors to see what they were like. During our trip, a few different flavors were available including chocolate, dulce de leche, vanilla, and strawberry. Menu There was also a flavor of the day, which was Pumpkin Cheesecake. We opted to grab the flavor of the day along with some of the other more standard flavors. Sounds delicious! We begin with the mango gelato! This was another really creamy gelato, and oh, big surprise, it was…DELICIOUS! The pumpkin and cheesecake flavors were strong in a good way. Sometimes that cheesecake flavor doesn’t really come through in gelato (or ice cream) form, but we could really taste it here, and it was wonderful. No Surprise Here…It’s Great! If you’re still holding on to that sense of fall (winter doesn’t start until December 21st, 2022 after all ) this could be a great one to pick up. Another Great Choice Overall, our team member shared that the cookies and cream gelato was their favorite. They fully disclosed that they love gelato and ice cream and they shared that this little kiosk just became their new favorite snack cart in all of Disney’s Hollywood Studios! So, if you (like our team member) LOVE gelato — do NOT skip this spot! Don’t Miss This! Each scoop is $7.50, or you can get 2 scoops for $8.75. That is a bit on the pricier side for a scoop (or two scoops) of gelato, but the flavors here were really fantastic, so you might find that it’s worth it. It all depends on how you want to spend that snack money! If you’re looking for more information about ALL of the snacks in Hollywood Studios, check out our posts below: We’ve eaten at every restaurant in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. These are the BEST The BEST breakfast at Hollywood Studios Full look at Hollywood Studios restaurants The ultimate guide to eating in Disney’s Hollywood Studios Hollywood Studios WE KNOW – there are SO many great snacks at Disney World! How do you choose (we don’t want to choose but will blow our budget on Day 1 otherwise)? We’ve got you covered! We have reviewed nearly EVERY snack available at Disney World, and we’ve written a series of DFB Guides about them! Check out our DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining + Snacks Bundle for all the details you need to plan your snackin’ and spending. Get the DFB Guide! You can even download them to your smartphone – it’ll be like we’re right there with you in the parks! Click here to check out the bundle here! 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! What gelato flavor would you try from this new snack spot? Tell us in the comments! The post REVIEW of the NEW Gelato Stand in Disney's Hollywood Studios first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

National Geographic Live takes you on an adventure the moment our shows begin, and today’s story takes you on a global expedition, plunging you into the depths of the jungle! Today is International Jaguar Day, and we’re celebrating these magnificent big cats through the spectacular work of two National Geographic experts. Both experts will share their […]View the full article

What if we told you there was a way you could win free McDonald’s for the rest of your life?! We’re Lovin’ It Well, it must be your lucky day — because there is! What better way to celebrate the holiday season than with the gift that keeps on giving: free McDonald’s for you (and your friends!) for life? If you’ve heard tales of the legendary McGold card and have always wanted to get your hands on one — now is your chance! It’s the SZN of Sharing at McDonald’s, a brand-new holiday celebration taking place only on the McDonald’s App! Not only can you take advantage of daily menu deals, but there will also be exclusive merch drops and the chance to win free McDonald’s for life. Yep — you read that correctly. Adults Happy Meal From December 5th through 25th, every purchase in the McDonald’s App gets you closer to scoring the legendary McGold Card for you and three others. “Our fans have been fascinated by the lore of the McGold Card and if it really exists. And now, we’ll make this McDonald’s legend a reality for our fans by giving them the ultimate holiday gift – a chance to win a card and then share access to it with three of their family or friends,” shared McDonald’s USA Chief Marketing and Customer Experience Officer, Tariq Hassan. We’ve been known to visit McDonald’s… There will be two exclusive merchandise drops on December 7th and 14th, where a $1 minimum purchase in the app grants you access to shop items like McNuggets stockings, an AM or PM Wrapper Hoodie, puzzles, Hamburglar graphic tees, hoodies, and more. Fun Happy Meal Plus, there will be three full weeks of food deals for sharing your favorite McDonald’s snacks with your pals. Make sure you mark your calendars and download the McDonald’s App to start earning entries — or head to the official rules page to enter without making a purchase starting December 5th! ©McDonald’s Looking for more fast food news? See the holiday snack coming to Wendy’s here, and check out what KFC is cooking up here. And, if you need some late night eats near Disney World — click here. Stay tuned to DFB for more food news! The 10 BEST Happy Meal Toys of All Time 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. Will you be entering to win free McDonald’s for life? Let us know in the comments! The post NEWS: McDonald's Introduces FREE Food for Life Contest first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If you’ve had the chance to visit Walt Disney World recently, you’ll notice it’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas, everywhere you go. But I must admit, one of the prettiest sights I’ve seen so far is the transformation and installation of our holiday window displays at EPCOT. Much like Santa’s elves at the […]View the full article

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There’s a lot of food to eat in Disney World. And we mean a LOT. Hollywood Studios We’ve tried dozens of restaurants, hundreds of snacks, and countless food items from the various EPCOT festivals. We’re constantly finding new things to eat, and today, we’re trying out the revamped menu at a quick service spot in Hollywood Studios! Disney announced yesterday on social media that there would be NEW chicken and waffle bowls coming to Fairfax Fare on Sunset Boulevard. Formerly, this spot was home to a few different hot dog options, but now they’ve got an updated menu! Fairfax Fare There are four different options, and even though Disney called them “chicken and waffle bowls” they’re not as chicken and waffle-esque as you might expect. They’re made with waffle bowls (like you’d use for an ice cream sundae) and filled with various savory meal combinations. Fairfax Fare menu To start, we’ve got the Buffalo Chicken Bowl for $13.99. It’s made with chicken breast nuggets tossed in buffalo sauce, topped with coleslaw, and served on mashed potatoes in a waffle bowl. Buffalo Chicken Bowl The chicken itself is a little on the dry side, but the flavor is good and has a strong buffalo spice. The potatoes were honestly the star of the show here, creamy and DELICIOUS. The coleslaw was pretty standard and a nice addition to tie it together. Doesn’t that look yummy?! Next up is the Barbecued Beef Brisket Bowl for $14.79! Braised beef brisket is tossed in barbecue sauce, topped with pickled jalapenos, red onions, and corn chips, served with house-made queso sauce and mashed potatoes. Barbecued Beef Brisket Bowl Once again, we’re on TEAM POTATO y’all. They’re amazing, and very flavorful. In the brisket bowl, the house-made queso on top of the potatoes really takes the flavor to the next level. The brisket is cooked to perfection, and we really enjoyed the crunchy balance of the Fritos on top. The relish is a little spicy, but it balances well. Filled with brisket! Our third option is the Korean Barbecued Pork Belly Bowl. It’s $14.79 and made with braised pork belly tossed in Korean barbecue sauce, coleslaw, green onions, served on mashed potatoes. Korean Barbecued Pork Belly Bowl The meat in this has a great saucy flavor, and every piece is well coated in that barbecue sauce. Again, we have to compliment those potatoes! The coleslaw on this one has a really good sweet flavor that we think works well with the other items. Korean Barbecue? Sounds delicious! Finally, there’s the Soba Noodle Salad Bowl for $12.99. This plant-based option has chilled soba noodles, edamame, red cabbage, red peppers, shredded carrots, celery, and green onions. It’s all tossed in Yakisoba sauce and served in a waffle bowl. You can add plant-based chicken for an additional $1. Soba Noodle Salad Bowl This wasn’t our favorite of the four, but mostly because we were missing those potatoes. The noodles were a little chewy, and we were lacking some spice overall. If you’re looking for something unique that’s also vegan, this could be a good option. This one is plant-based! That’s everything that’s new on the menu! Which one would you want to try? They’re definitely a fun and unique meal options in Hollywood Studios that was well-needed on Sunset Boulevard. We recommend stopping by to try these on your next visit — and tell us your thoughts on the potatoes! With DOZENS of places to eat at Disney World, we know it can be tough to plan your meals. That’s why we wrote the DFB Guide to Dining at Walt Disney World. We have reviews, pictures and details about every restaurant all in one digital download – along with ALL of our best tips and strategies from decades of Disney World trips. We’ve got a special discount code for DFB readers, too! Use WDW2023 at checkout for 25% off! Click Here to See the Ultimate Guide to Eating in 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. Which of these bowls would you try? Tell us in the comments! The post The NEW Waffle Bowls Are the ULTIMATE Fast Meals in Disney's Hollywood Studios first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s the season of change for The Walt Disney Company, and since it was announced that Bob Iger would be taking over as CEO and Bob Chapek would be stepping down, those changes have only continued. ©Alberto E. Rodriguez / Getty Images We’ve gotten a glimpse into the thought processes behind the decision, what Iger should do as his first move, what changes he could bring as the newly returned CEO, and more. But one question remains: Will Bob Iger reverse Bob Chapek’s legacy? Since Disney announced that Bob Iger would replace Bob Chapek as CEO of the Walt Disney Company, the response from fans on social media (and investors) has been largely positive. But in the midst of all the general excitement from the public surrounding the news it may make many wonder, can Iger really “bring the magic back” to Disney like so many are hoping? Walt and Mickey Many fans blamed Chapek for the company’s ever-present price increases and changes like Genie+, and with Iger’s return people are hopeful that things might “go back to normal” — but Iger hand-picked Chapek as his successor, meaning the two might be less different than we think. Can and will Bob Iger could reverse Bob Chapek’s legacy? That is the question. Disney Parks A huge part of Chapek’s focus as CEO of the Walt Disney Company was wanting to make sure that anyone could enter the theme parks on any day, and have the same experience. He shied away from putting Annual Passholders and loyal fans on a pedestal, instead choosing to focus on the regular theme park guest (which are the people, coincidentally, who typically spend more money in the parks.) Magic Kingdom crowds During Disney’s most recent earnings call, then-CEO Chapek shared that demand for the parks has been consistently strong, as evidenced by the limited availability on the Disney park pass reservation calendar. However, with a potential recession looming, Disney may have to rely on Annual Passholders to fill the parks as they’re less likely to give up their trips. Iger could use this as a way to shift the focus back onto loyal fans and Annual Passholders. Disney World Annual Passholder Popcorn Bucket It’s important to keep in mind that overall, the Disney parks are wildly profitable — that division reported a 26% increase in revenue over this time last year. Iger recently commented that he had not yet used the Park Pass Reservation System, and shared that he wanted to hear from Chairman of Disney Parks, Experiences and Products Josh D’Amaro before commenting further. Annual Passholder card Park passes could be here to stay, but whether or not Iger will choose to put an emphasis on “the magic” and loyal fans and passholders is still unclear. Price increases happened under Iger as they have with every Disney CEO, and chances are that part of the business won’t change anytime soon. ESPN and Sports Betting Chapek took Disney’s Media and Entertainment division, ran with it, and then some. While Disney+ technically launched while Iger was still CEO (the last time), its subscriber count grew under Chapek, and with Hulu and ESPN part of the Disney streaming family, more was still on the horizon — mainly, sports betting. ©ESPN During a 2021 earnings call, former CEO Chapek said that Disney was “moving toward a greater presence in online sports betting” and that leadership within the company believed that “sports betting is a very significant opportunity for the company.” Chapek later confirmed several times that the company was still interested in sports betting, sharing, “There are several long-term initiatives that we’re looking at that really make [keeping ESPN] a great proposition to sort of counter some of the headwinds that we have from a cable universe shrinkage standpoint, but sports betting is certainly one of those propositions.” ©ESPN When many investors thought that Disney should sell ESPN, the company decided to keep the brand. In fact, according to Deadline, “Disney, along with Paramount Global, NBCUniversal, Fox, and Amazon, signed up for a record-smashing $110 billion rights deal for NFL games over the next 11 years.” Not only that, but Disney is reportedly nearing a deal with DraftKings Inc., one of the largest online sports betting services in the world. Disney also already holds a stake in DraftKings after acquiring Twenty-First Century Fox’s entertainment assets in 2019. ©DraftKings And get this, when sports betting was effectively legalized in May 2018, then-CEO Iger commented, “I do think that there’s plenty of room, and ESPN has done some of this already and they may do more to provide information in coverage of sports…But getting into the business of gambling, I rather doubt it.” Example of a ©DraftKings Leaderboard Disney has always been known for family-friendly content, and the introduction of sports betting — or gambling, essentially — into the company might not be something Iger sees as a good fit. Chapek did indicate that others at the company supported the idea of Disney pursuing sports betting, and we haven’t heard any recent comments from Iger — so for now, we’ll have to wait and see. R-Rated Content With Chapek’s focus shifting toward less “traditional” Disney content like sports betting, it only makes sense that he would continue that into other non-family friendly and R-rated content as well. In an interview with the Wall Street Journal about whether or not Disney was “too woke,” Chapek commented that when parents put their kids to bed after watching a Disney movie, “they’re probably not going to tune into another animated movie. They want something for them.” ©Disney He later stated, “if the consumer base has more elasticity than we’ve traditionally had in terms of defining what’s Disney, then we probably ought to listen to our audience, which means we have more degrees of freedom than we probably thought.” ©Disney In July 2022, the first R-Rated films came to Disney+: Deadpool 1 and 2, and Logan. All Marvel movies, but it marked the beginning of a new era with Parental Controls on the streaming service. And since Disney owns Hulu — which is home to a wide variety of titles and ratings — this new era might not end anytime soon. Though whether that means Disney will begin producing more R-Rated content or whether they push more R-rated content to Disney+ remains to be seen. ©IMDb For now, we haven’t heard much from Iger about the future of Disney+ content or a push for more non-family friendly entertainment, but we do know that when asked about how “woke” Disney was, the CEO recently remarked that the company is “not going to lessen our core values to make everyone happy all the time.” (Variety) Bob Iger ©New York Post Whether it comes in the form of TV-MA and R-Rated content on Disney+ or sports betting through ESPN and DraftKings, it’s clear that Disney is dipping its toes into what once was uncharted territory for the company, and Bob Iger may not be able to change that. Bob Iger and his decisions over the next two years truly remain to be seen. We could see him undo some of what Chapek introduced while other systems and decisions will remain in place. On the flip side of that, Iger could introduce new ideas that also change the way we interact with the Walt Disney Company. We will continue to keep you updated on the Iger transition and will let you know if and when changes are announced. If you’re interested in learning more about Bob Iger and the recent changes within the Walt Disney Company, check out our posts below: Bob Iger Is Back at Disney. Here’s What Can Change (and What Won’t). Why Disney Replaced Bob Chapek With Bob Iger Celebrities React to Disney’s Decision To Bring Bob Iger Back as CEO Bob Iger Announces Kareem Daniel, a Lieutenant of Bob Chapek, Is Leaving Disney Disney CEO Bob Iger Salary REVEALED Bob Chapek Did “Irreparable Damage to His Ability to Lead,” Disney Board of Directors Reportedly Determined Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney news. Disney CEO Bob Iger Comments on Reedy Creek and “Don’t Say Gay” Controversy 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 think Bob Iger will reverse Bob Chapek’s legacy? Let us know in the comments! The post Will Bob Iger Reverse Bob Chapek's Legacy? first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

A vibrant, storied new piece has been painted at the Disney Springs Art Walk: A Canvas of Expression. Hailing from New Mexico, Nani Chacon is the newest artist to tell a story with her paint brush, creating a mural where each detail holds meaning. Inspired by her strong Native American roots and just in time for […]View the full article

There’s a lot going on in Disney World right now, and we’re here to help you keep up with it all! Magic Kingdom Christmas Tree It’s the holiday season, so there are special celebrations like Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, decorations, festivals, and more. And just when you think you know exactly what’s going on in the parks, Disney adds NEW things. So, come along with us to check out what’s new in Magic Kingdom! Magic Kingdom Food Updates Tortuga Tavern Tortuga Tavern over in Adventureland had no menus out front. Where’s the menu? The restaurant is open right now, so we’re not sure what exactly is going on, but we’ll keep you updated if we find out more. Magic Kingdom Merchandise Updates The Emporium There is a ton of new merchandise over in The Emporium! First, we found these Hanukkah plates for $44.99. New plates There’s also a new youth Christmas apron for $24.99… Cute! …an adult Christmas apron for $34.99… Adult version …and a set of three holiday mixing bowls for $44.99. Bowls Here’s what they all look like: All the bowls We spotted a new Donald Duck water bottle for $19.99… Water bottle …a Most Magical Place on Earth sweatshirt for $52.99… New sweatshirt …a Brittany Lee nuiMOs outfit for $12.99… Awe! …a Space Mountain model kit for $29.99… This would be a fun holiday gift! …a Castle model kit for $29.99… Cinderella Castle …and a Chip Rubik’s cube… Chip …as well as a Daisy Duck Rubik’s cube. These are $19.99 each. Daisy We also found some ears! The Boba Fest ears were available in here for $29.99… Boba Fett ears …and the Ahsoka Tano ears were also available. Ahsoka Tano ears These ears are $29.99. Uptown Jewelers In Uptown Jewelers, there’s a new Kermit Loungefly mini backpack for $75… Kermit backpack …as well as a pink Loungefly mini backpack for $95… It’s fuzzy! …and a Star Wars Loungefly mini backpack for $75. Star Wars backpack The new Disney x Coach merchandise line is also available in here. We found the tote bag for $495… Tote …the wallet for $250… Wallet …the shoulder purse for $225… Purse …and the backpack. Backpack The backpack is $550. Click here to see where you can find this collection online! Star Traders In Star Traders over in Tomorrowland, there are some new beanies from Love Your Melon! This one is for Tiana… Tiana …while this one is for Mulan and Snow White. They’re both $54.99 each. Mulan and Snow White We saw a new Bambi sweater as well for $59.99… Bambi sweater …and a Bambi and Flower vase. A Flower flower vase This vase was $29.99. Sir Mickey’s Sir Mickey’s in Fantasyland had a new Disney Princess jean skirt and leggings combo. Cute! This was $49.99. Bonjour Gifts In Bonjour Gifts, we found a new Dave Perillo “Since 1971” wrapped canvas. Fun version of the Partners statue The canvas was $199. Ye Olde Christmas Shoppe Over in Ye Olde Christmas Shoppe, there is a new Snow White Christmas ornament set for $79.99… All of them in one set! …a Bullseye talking ornament for $26.99… What do you think he says? …a Woody talking ornament for $24.99… Woody …and a Jessie for $24.99. Jessie So, you can have talking ornaments on your Christmas tree! Frontier Trading Post We saw a new TRON pin and patch set in Frontier Trading Post. TRON set This set was $29.99. Magic Kingdom Additional Updates Jingle Cruise Over at Jungle Cruise (or Jingle Cruise — its name for the holidays), Cast Members were giving out a new Safari Sack, AKA free Ziplock bags themed to the ride! These are so cute! For more on food at Disney World, check out the ultimate ranking of charcuterie boards in Disney World, all of the places to find Mickey Waffles in Disney World, and 10 of the best fast food values in Disney World. Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney World news and updates! These Are the Three Most Popular Restaurants in Disney World. Which One Should You Choose?! 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. Where is your favorite place to hang out in Magic Kingdom? Tell us in the comments! The post What’s New at Magic Kingdom: Talking Ornaments & A Missing Menu first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If you’ll be flying to Disney World soon, there’s a transportation deal you may want to take advantage of ASAP. Sunshine Flyer The Magical Express is gone, so you’ll need to find alternative transportation to take you to/from the Orlando Airport and Disney World. One thing you could use is The Sunshine Flyer (essentially a Magical Express replacement service that you have to pay for). You could previously save BIG on future Sunshine Flyer trips thanks to some Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals. But if you missed those, don’t worry! The Sunshine Flyer has announced that they have EXTENDED their special discount for a few more days. Guests have 2 MORE days to take 22% OFF when purchasing new tickets for The Sunshine Flyer. The deal now lasts through November 30th. ©Sunshine Flyer Make sure you use code Magic22 during checkout to get that 22% discount. If you’re unfamiliar with The Sunshine Flyer, it is, as we mentioned above, a replacement service for the Magical Express. If you buy a ticket with The Sunshine Flyer, you’ll be able to utilize their buses to get to/from the Orlando Airport and your Disney World hotel. They stand out against their competitors for their unique design. The buses are themed to 1920s rail travel and bus drivers and staff are dressed as 1920s rail conductors. Sunshine Flyer Tickets are $32 roundtrip for adults and $20 roundtrip for kids. (These are the non-discounted prices.) ©The Sunshine Flyer Speaking of the Sunshine Flyer’s bus designs, The Sunshine Flyer previously shared that a new bus would be joining the fleet. The bus is themed after the Make-A-Wish Foundation, and guests could vote on what design they wanted the new bus to have. Well, voting has officially ended and The Sunshine Flyer has announced that the winner is…the 2nd design! ©The Sunshine Flyer Keep an eye out for this bus design during future travels. If you want to learn more about how to get to/from the airport and Disney World, check out our articles below: How LONG it takes to get to Disney World from the airport How to get to Disney World from the Orlando Airport Mears Connect: Reactions to the new Disney World Transportation Experience ⁣ And stay tuned for more news! 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? How to Have the CHEAPEST Trip to Disney World 5 Simple Planning Tips You Need to Know About Before Your Next Disney World Trip The CHEAPEST Days to Visit Disney World in 2023 EVERYTHING You Need to Know Before Booking a 2023 Disney World Trip Learn About the Disney Park Pass System The Ultimate Disney World Packing List Everything You Need to Know About Genie+ Insider SECRETS for Your First Trip to Disney World A Complete Look at the Current Disney Discounts and Deals The ONLY Disney Dining Planning Tool You’ll Need Is Here – Get the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining! Join the DFB Newsletter to Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click Here to Subscribe Have you ever used the Sunshine Flyer? Tell us in the comments! The post How You Could Get to Your Disney World Hotel from the Airport for LESS first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article