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DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Pull out those wallets, another pair of Minnie ears has arrived online and these might really draw you in if you LOVED the 90s. Ears in EPCOT We’ve seen all kinds of Disney ears released lately including one themed to The Haunted Mansion, Black Panther, and more. But if you love purple, denim, the 90s, and bleach effects, it’s time to get SHOPPING! Disney’s NEW Denim Bleach Minnie Ears are now available online! The ears are covered in a denim fabric with bleach spots. The ears also have frayed edges, giving you that ripped jeans type of feel. In the middle, there’s a padded lavender bow and you’ll find more of that bleached denim lining the sides of the headband. 90’s ears Basically, it’s giving us 90s bleached jeans and frosted tip vibes. Call out the boy bands, it’s time for a reunion concert and we’ll be there with these ears! Denim Ears ©Disney We had previously spotted these ears at Disneyland, but now you can snatch them up online (from the comfort of your couch!) for $29.99. If you’re a Disney Visa Card Member, remember you can get a discount on select items through November 23rd, so be sure and see what items from your order may qualify. Click here to create your ultimate Disney look with these denim bleach ears! For more Disney ears, take a look at 8 of the newest ears released by Disney, check out some CHAOTIC ears, or see the new holiday ears that have arrived in Disney World. 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 rep your happy place at the grocery store! Click here to visit the DFB Merch Store! Matching shirts for the whole family! Click here for a quick, Disney-themed escape! We’ve got a whole collection of graphic tees you’ll love! And stay tuned for more Disney news! Click here to see ALL of the 50th Anniversary merchandise you can get 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. What do you think of these ears? Tell us in the comments! The post Disney’s Latest Ears Are a MESS…But It’s Not a Mistake first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Veterans Day is Nov. 11 and a number of Orlando-area establishments are celebrating active and retired service members with deals, specials and events. View the full article

Woody Woodpecker’s Nuthouse Coaster will close soon at Universal Studios, but there's time for laughs. View the full article

Announcing the 2023 Walt Disney World Disney Armed Forces Salute! I’m very happy to announce that Walt Disney World has finally released the news that their hugely popular Disney Armed Forces Salute has been renewed for 2023. NOTE: This is an evolving news situation. This post will be updated as the info comes in!!! Missing […] The post 2023 Disney Armed Forces Salute Announced appeared first on Military Disney Tips Blog. View the full article

Today, tropical storm Nicole was upgraded to a category 1 hurricane. Crowds ahead of hurricane Nicole Disney World also announced a phased closure for the parks, water parks, some hotels, and Disney Springs. The parks and Disney Springs closed early the evening of November 9th. Disney shared that the parks would reopen the following morning but had yet to give a time. Now, Disney has shared updated information regarding the reopening of the parks, Springs, hotels, and more. ©Disney The Disney World theme parks are expected to reopen November 10th at 12PM. Disney has stressed that this situation could change. So we will be sure to let you know if it does. ©Disney Transportation to the parks will begin 30 minutes before reopening. ©Disney Disney Springs is also set to reopened November 10th at 12PM. Individual location reopening times in Springs may vary based on location. Springs bus transportation will resume at 2PM. ©Disney Mini Golf and Typhoon Lagoon will remain closed on November 10th. ©Disney And this is what the Disney World website currently says about the Disney World hotels. ©Disney We will continue to monitor the situation and will let you know if anything changes. If you are looking for other Disney World cancelations due to Hurricane Nicole, you can see our full list here. More Information If Tropical Storm Nicole is affecting your travel plans, see the following posts for more information: Disney World Updates Its Cancelation Policies Ahead of Tropical Storm Nicole A Step-by-Step Guide to Hurricane Cancelation Policies and Refunds in Disney World What To Do If Your Flight to Disney World Gets Canceled 8 DFB Reader Tips for Riding Out a Hurricane in Disney World 6 Items You Need for a Hurricane in Disney World Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! The post NEWS: WHEN Disney World Will Reopen Following the Phased Hurricane Nicole Closures Announced first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’re live at Disney California Adventure’s Festival of Holidays! 2022 A Twist on Tradition Booth We recently saw all the menus announced for the festival, and while booths don’t officially open until November 11th, some are soft opening today. We headed over to the A Twist on Tradition booth to try the some of the offerings they have this year! Menu Here is a look at the menu for this year! Twist on Holiday Traditions Eats This booth has three offerings this year — Curry Mac ‘n Cheese, Lox & Everything Bagel Nachos, and a Guava Melon Lassi! Yum! First up was the Curry Mac ‘n Cheese for $8.25! We think this is a great addition to this festival booth with the strong curry taste, crunchy garbanzos, and a great texture all around. The cilantro oil in this dish is pretty mild, but there is certainly some spice here! If you’re a fan of spice or curry and mac ‘n cheese, you HAVE to grab this. Curry Mac ‘n Cheese Next is the Lox & Everything Bagel Nachos for $8.50. These are standard bagel chips with lots of fresh ingredients and delicious everything bagel seasoning. Our reporter was not a big fan of the lox, so if you’re also not a lox lover, this one definitely isn’t the one for you. But if you love everything bagels and lox, this is a great choice. Lox & Everything Bagel Nachos And we’re saving the best for last — the Guava Melon Lassi for $7! We were afraid this drink would be a little too sweet, but the delicious yogurt and cinnamon whipped cream cuts the sweetness from the melon/guava flavors. It’s also topped with honeycomb cereal, which is too cute. We think you should absolutely try this offering — it might just make our best of the fest list! Guava Melon Lassi Overall Overall, we think this booth is worth trying out if you are looking for some savory festival options and a fun drink! The serving sizes were great as well! We’ll be trying out all the offerings at every booth this year, so be sure to stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Festival of Holidays news! Click here to see all the booths that will be at this year’s festival! 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 Which offering would you get? Tell us below! The post Where to Get Curry Mac 'n Cheese at the Festival of Holidays in Disney California Adventure! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Happy holiday season from Disneyland Resort! Disney California Adventure It’s time for the Festival of Holidays at Disney California Adventure (not to be confused with the Festival of the Holidays that takes place at EPCOT), and we’re trying out the different booths and bringing all the food reviews! Who’s ready to chow down?! Our first stop of the festival for 2022 is the Holiday Duets booth. The menu this year looks yummy! Menu There are two food items on the menu for 2022 — the Southern Mac & Cheese and the Pork Belly Adobo. They range in price from $8-$8.50. 2022 Menu As far as drinks go, we’ve got the Huckleberry Sake Sangria and the Ceylon Splash. Sounds like some exciting things to try out here! Eats Starting with the food, we’ve got the Southern Mac & Cheese for $8.50. It’s a Cajun-style mac & cheese with Andouille sausage and panko crunch. The cubes of sausage remind us a bit of dog treats (in looks, not taste!) so it threw us off a little at first, but the macaroni is quite good. Southern Mac ‘n Cheese: Cajun-style mac & cheese with andouille sausage and spiced panko crunch It has a little kick to it, but it’s not too spicy. Definitely something you should try if you like pasta and you don’t mind some spice! Make sure to stir this one up before you drink it though because there are a lot of ingredients. That way you get all the flavors together! Overall Overall this booth is a great stop during the festival! If you’re looking for some protein or comfort food, the two entrees could be great choices and we liked them both. I mean, who would say no to mac & cheese and pork belly?! Plus, that drink is a great way to hydrate in between all these food stops — a solid choice indeed. Full spread We’ll be heading around to more booths soon, so stay tuned to DFB for all the reviews and updates from the festival. We can’t wait to try all the eats! And if you’re visiting the festival soon, check out our page on the Festival of Holidays to see all the menus, reviews, and special offerings that you can experience in Disney California Adventure while this event is going on. It’s a great time to visit! Click Here to See the Festival of Holidays Menus! Want to Learn More About Disneyland? Check Out the Links Below! See Our DFB Disneyland Restaurants Guide Learn About Disney Genie and How to Use it in Disneyland Check Out What You Need to Know About the Theme Park Reservation System for Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Get All the Info About Closures and Construction at Disneyland Learn All About Disneyland Park See What Marvelous Stuff You’ll Find at Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure Learn About Pixar Pier in Disney California Adventure Get All the Details About the Disneyland Mobile App Everything You Need to Know About Mobile Order in Disneyland Learn More About Disneyland’s Magic Key Program Full Details About the Holiday Season in Disneyland Full Details About Halloween Time at Disneyland Get Some STRANGE Tips for Disneyland Should You Go to Disneyland in 2022? Click HERE to Check Out Lots of Other DFB Posts About Disneyland Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe Are you going to Disneyland Resort for the holidays this year? Tell us in the comments! The post A Disney Festival Booth With Mac & Cheese AND Pork Belly? Count Us In. first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The holidays came EARLY to Disneyland! Pixar Pier at Disney California Adventure Disneyland’s Sleeping Beauty Castle was ahead of the game with holiday decorations before Halloween even arrived, and now another festive event is kicking off before its scheduled start date. Festival of Holidays has (unofficially) begun in Disney California Adventure! Disney California Adventure is hosting The Festival of Holidays this year from November 11th, 2022, through January 8th, 2023. This festival includes live music and dance performances, beautiful decorations, and a special holiday version of the World of Color nighttime spectacular. Festival of Holidays Decor But of course, our favorite part about this event is all the FOOD! There are nearly a dozen food booths throughout the park that each has a festive menu with some snack and drink options. We got the full menus for these booths earlier, and today, the booths had a soft opening in California Adventure! Holiday Duets We spotted the Holiday Duets booth first, which has Pork Belly Adobo and Southern Mac ‘n’ Cheese on the menu. Holiday Duets items In addition to the temporary booths, some permanent locations in this park also get specialty items on the menu for the festival. And don’t forget to check out the Sip and Savor Pass, which will return to the Festival in 2022. The pass consists of a commemorative credential, lanyard, and 8 coupons that can be redeemed at the Festive Foods Marketplaces for one food item or non-alcoholic beverage. Last year the pass was $56, and we’re watching for 2022 pricing updates. Sip and Savor Details If you want to learn more about the Festival of Holidays in Disneyland, click here! And find all the booth menus (with pricing!) here. We’ll be bringing you full reviews of every booth so that you know which eats are worth your time and money, so stay tuned to DFB for all the latest updates. Click here to learn about Disneyland’s Festival of Holidays. Want to Learn More About Disneyland? Check Out the Links Below! See Our DFB Disneyland Restaurants Guide Learn About Disney Genie and How to Use it in Disneyland Check Out What You Need to Know About the Theme Park Reservation System for Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Get All the Info About Closures and Construction at Disneyland Learn All About Disneyland Park See What Marvelous Stuff You’ll Find at Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure Learn About Pixar Pier in Disney California Adventure Get All the Details About the Disneyland Mobile App Everything You Need to Know About Mobile Order in Disneyland Learn More About Disneyland’s Magic Key Program Full Details About the Holiday Season in Disneyland Full Details About Halloween Time at Disneyland Get Some STRANGE Tips for Disneyland Should You Go to Disneyland in 2022? Click HERE to Check Out Lots of Other DFB Posts About Disneyland Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe Are you going to Disneyland’s Festival of Holidays this year? Let us know in the comments! The post Festival of Holidays Food Booths Opened EARLY at Disney California Adventure first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Our favorite Christmas carol is playing: “All I Want For Christmas is Disney Food” (okay, we totally made that up). Holiday decorations at Hollywood Studios We are SO in the holiday spirit, though. We’ve been admiring the gorgeous holiday decorations in the parks, we’ve been to the GIANT gingerbread house at the Grand Floridian, AND we’re trying out a TON of new holiday snacks. Speaking of which, there’s a Santa Mickey Cupcake we can’t WAIT to bite into, so come along with us as we try it out! Yep, this is the Santa Mickey Cupcake and it’s so cute! It’s also a little different from what you might expect. It’s a chocolate cupcake with red almond buttercream, white chocolate, and dark chocolate Mickey ears! There it is! We’re going to say that this is a solidly good cupcake. The cake is nice and moist and we really liked the red almond buttercream — it was sweet, but not sickeningly so. Cute AND tasty! There is, though, a LOT of that buttercream. So make sure you love frosting before you try it! So festive However, this cupcake has a secret — because inside is a mocha fudge filling. YES!!! This really elevates this cupcake and separates it from other similar snacks we’ve had. A fudgy filling!!! We found this at Rosie’s All-American Cafe in Disney’s Hollywood Studios for $5.99 — so be sure to drop by there if you’d like to try it out! It’s a lot of fun, and we think it would please the kiddos, too. Stay tuned because we’ll be reviewing ALL the new holiday snacks in Disney World — you’ll find photos and links to every single review here. Here Are The 14 Menu Items CONFIRMED for EPCOT’s 2022 Festival of the Holidays 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 Disney World holiday snack? Let us know in the comments! The post A Cupcake Filled With Mocha Fudge?! We See You, Disney's Hollywood Studios. first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Cue Mariah Carey because it is officially the holidays in Disney World! Holidays in Disney World The decorations are up, the first Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party has already happened, and the holiday snacks are arriving in full force. We’re busy trying them all, but the one we’re telling you about now? Well, it’s as pretty as a holiday postcard (and we almost feel guilty eating it — ALMOST). Okay, check out this beautiful Holiday Tree Marshmallow. It’s a Christmas tree! We can’t even. It’s made with vanilla bean marshmallow and raspberry jam dipped in chocolate on top of a vanilla cookie. Yes, please! Not only is it absolutely ADORABLE and fun, but the soft marshmallow cream inside the hard white chocolate exterior is PERFECTION. But the real surprise here is the raspberry jam that gives it a nice flavor you don’t expect. It’s TOO cute However, we do have one complaint about this treat — it costs $7.49 and it’s kinda small. It’s literally only worth a few bites and then you’re just left there wishing you had more. But we want more However, it is VERY unique, so we guess we give it extra points for that. If you want to try it for yourself, it’s available now at Dockside Diner at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Want to see even more reviews of holiday treats in Disney World? You can look at our photos and reviews right here. We’ll be trying even more, so check back often! Here’s The CHEAPEST Time to Go to the EPCOT Festival of the Holidays in 2022 Don't Miss Out on Any Disney World Fun This Holiday Season! The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2022 is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. Order The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2022 now! It includes over 400 pages of must-have information, including: A full What's New!! chapter for the 2022 Holiday Season A full Monthly Schedule of Events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World's busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And, of course, we'll tell you where to eat! ;-D Click HERE to order your 2022 Guide now and get 20% off with code PEPPERMINT! As always, our e-Books are 100% guaranteed! If you don't love it, you get your money back! Want Even MORE? The DFB Everything Bundle comes with ALL of our guides, including the Holiday Guide, for one low price! It includes: The DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining 2022 The 2022 EPCOT Food and Wine Festival Guide The DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Holidays 2022 Pre-Order 2023 EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival Guide All Three DFB Snack Guides Click HERE to order your DFB Everything Bundle! MORE Disney World Holiday INFO! Check Out Everything Announced for the 2022 Holiday Season in Disney World Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Is Coming BACK in 2022 – Get the Latest Details Get All of the Latest Information About the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays We’ll Take This Little Golden Disney Book in Our Stocking, Santa! Learn Everything You Need to Know About Disney World Holiday Dining and Events See How Much It Costs to Do Disney World at Christmas in 2022 Watch Our Video About What We Wish We’d Known Before Going to Disney World During the Holidays Check Out Our Photos & Reviews of the Holiday Treats in Disney World Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest holiday news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Will you be visiting Disney World this holiday season? What treat are you most excited to try? Let us know in the comments! The post You'll Wish You Had Six More of This Disney's Hollywood Studios Dessert! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Looking for sugar, spice, and everything nice while you’re in Disney World? Trust us, the BIG selection of holiday treats at the parks and hotels has got you covered. There are lots of treats to try! We’ve already tried a lot of new holiday treats, snacks, and drinks, including a delightful ornament-shaped dessert, a festive take on one of our favorite Disney snacks, and an adventurous sugar plum-flavored shake! Now, we’re bringing things back to the basics with one of the most iconic holiday treats of all: a gingerbread cookie. Come with us to find out whether you should get this treat during your upcoming trip! At Disney’s Hollywood Studios, you can find all kinds of holiday decorations (including the giant ornaments floating in Echo Lake) as well as an abundance of festive treats. We’re heading to the Trolley Car Café, which is the park’s Starbucks location. Trolley Car Cafe This is where you can usually find the popular Carrot Cake Cookie, which has been temporarily replaced by the Red Velvet Whoopie Pie until the cookie returns in January. But we’re not here for either of those treats — we’re going to try the Mickey Mouse Gingerbread Cookie! Mickey Mouse Gingerbread Cookie This is a Mickey-shaped gingerbread cookie that’s been decorated with vanilla icing and a dark chocolate glaze. You can get one for $5.49. If we only had 2 words to describe this treat, we’d say it’s SWEET and SPICY. No, not hot-spicy, just spice-spicy. The ginger flavor is very prominent in this treat, and you can taste the spice in every bite. Spicy! However, the bite from the ginger is well balanced with the sweet icing on top, so we think it’s a great combination of flavors. Still, if you’re not a fan of ginger (and we know many people aren’t!), you’ll want to skip this one. Although the icing balances the spice, it doesn’t cover it up at all. Trolley Car Cafe If you love classic holiday treats, this might be a good option! Although it’s simple (no big surprises in this treat) and a little bit expensive for what you get, we enjoyed the flavors. It was a little bit dry as far as cookies go, which isn’t unusual for gingerbread. We recommend having a drink handy when you get this cookie. Get some water with it! Want to see more holiday treat options in Disney World? We’ve got the full list (with pictures and links to reviews) right here! Click here to see ALL the holiday treats in Disney World! Stay tuned to DFB for more updates on all the newest eats and treats in Disney World. Check out the treats coming to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party in Disney World. Don't Miss Out on Any Disney World Fun This Holiday Season! The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2022 is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. Order The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2022 now! It includes over 400 pages of must-have information, including: A full What's New!! chapter for the 2022 Holiday Season A full Monthly Schedule of Events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World's busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And, of course, we'll tell you where to eat! ;-D Click HERE to order your 2022 Guide now and get 20% off with code PEPPERMINT! As always, our e-Books are 100% guaranteed! If you don't love it, you get your money back! Want Even MORE? The DFB Everything Bundle comes with ALL of our guides, including the Holiday Guide, for one low price! It includes: The DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining 2022 The 2022 EPCOT Food and Wine Festival Guide The DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Holidays 2022 Pre-Order 2023 EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival Guide All Three DFB Snack Guides Click HERE to order your DFB Everything Bundle! MORE Disney World Holiday INFO! Check Out Everything Announced for the 2022 Holiday Season in Disney World Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Is Coming BACK in 2022 – Get the Latest Details Get All of the Latest Information About the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays We’ll Take This Little Golden Disney Book in Our Stocking, Santa! Learn Everything You Need to Know About Disney World Holiday Dining and Events See How Much It Costs to Do Disney World at Christmas in 2022 Watch Our Video About What We Wish We’d Known Before Going to Disney World During the Holidays Check Out Our Photos & Reviews of the Holiday Treats in Disney World Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest holiday news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Would you try this treat in Disney World? Let us know in the comments. The post This Disney World Cookie Is SPICY (But Not in the Way You Think) first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Tropical Storm Nicole is on its way toward Florida, and Disney World is making preparations to keep guests and employees safe. Clouds over Cinderella Castle The Disney World parks will close early tonight (November 9th) in a phased closure, and Disney Springs is also going to close early. Some hotels will close, along with certain amenities like miniature golf courses. Additionally, nighttime shows and other events have been canceled. Come with us inside Disney World to see how the parks look before a tropical storm hits. Before we check out the parks, let’s look at a quick update about Tropical Storm Nicole. What’s Going On with Tropical Storm Nicole? As of 1PM EST on Wednesday, November 9th, Tropical Storm Nicole was 10 miles west of Great Abaco Island and 175 miles east of West Palm Beach (Wesh 2). The storm is now moving west at 12MPH. ©Wesh 2 Nicole is expected to strengthen into a hurricane later today and continue to bring hurricane-level winds to Central Florida through Wednesday night and Thursday morning. Disney said that the parks may not open at the scheduled times on Thursday and guests should watch the My Disney Experience app for updates about opening times. Stormy winds Right now, Orange and Osceola counties (where Disney World is located) are both under a tropical storm warning. Experts have wanted that Central Florida is under a threat of severe storms, including hurricane winds and isolated tornadoes. The worst of the storm conditions in this area are expected to arrive late Wednesday and last into Thursday morning. Click here for more updates about Tropical Storm Nicole. What Does Disney World Look Like Now? Disney has made many changes to the Disney World parks and hotel plans as they anticipate the arrival of Tropical Storm Nicole. Notification Here’s a quick list of closure and cancelation information you should be aware of: Disney World Updates Cancelation Policies Ahead of Tropical Storm Nicole Disney World Announces Phased Park and Hotel CLOSURES Due to Tropical Storm Nicole Disney Springs CLOSING Due to Tropical Storm Nicole ALL the Disney World Closures and Cancelations Due to Tropical Storm Nicole Could Tropical Storm Nicole Affect Your Flight to Orlando? But the parks are still open right now (although the phased closures will begin soon) — so what do they look like as Disney braces for a storm? We saw that crowds have thinned out a bit as people leave to prepare for the storm, but there are still plenty of people in the parks. Guests in Hollywood Studios Of course, ponchos were everywhere we looked! Ponchos Everywhere It’s been raining for most of the day, but that didn’t stop people from coming in to enjoy the parks. (Remember that, if you have a Disney World trip planned for the next few days, you can cancel any Disney reservations with no cancelation fee.) More people in the parks Some people took shelter inside to grab a quick snack and take a break from the rain. In line for a snack In some parts of the park, Disney Cast Members have been preparing for the storm by putting away any furniture that isn’t secured to the ground. We spotted several outdoor areas without any seating as Cast Members stored the chairs safely away, and umbrellas were tied down. No chairs over here! In some areas, snack kiosks and stands were closed as well, with the umbrellas tied securely. Closed kiosk We’ll continue to watch for updates on the situation with Tropical Storm Nicole and especially how it impacts Disney World. Stay tuned to DFB for more updates on all the latest news from Disney World! See all the Disney World Closures and Cancelations due to Tropical Storm Nicole. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! The post PHOTOS and VIDEO: See How Tropical Storm Nicole Is Impacting Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney’s Hollywood Studios has been on FIRE with all the holiday treats lately! Holiday Minnie Mouse Bundt Cake from ABC Commissary Want two Insta-worthy desserts? Stop by ABC Commissary. Looking for a peppermint milkshake? Head to Hollywood Scoops! And if you’re interested in a melting snowman treat (yes, really), we’ve got the dessert for you! We stopped by PizzeRizzo in Disney’s Hollywood Studios to try the NEW Melted Snowman Sugar Cookie, which is a sugar cookie with red and green sugar, white chocolate, marshmallow, a dark chocolate top hat, raspberry-chocolate twigs, an orange sprinkle, and chocolate-covered cocoa nibs for $4.29. Our cookie was SUPER fresh and tasted just like a homemade holiday cookie you might bake with your family! The white chocolate icing and the vanilla cookie were a delicious pairing of flavors and the marshmallow on top added an unexpected texture that we loved. Melted Snowman Sugar Cookie The red and green sprinkles were such a fun, festive touch, and the melting snowman was just right for the hot Florida weather. What does Olaf say? “Winter’s a good time to stay in and cuddle, but put me in summer and I’ll be a…happy snowman!” So cute! This cookie is VERY sweet so you might want to get your toothbrush ready after you eat it. However, it’s also a good portion size, so it could be easily shared with a friend. And at a price point of UNDER $5, it’s not a terrible deal! It’s REALLY sweet If you’re still looking for more holiday treats, you can stop by Woody’s Lunch Box for a Hot Chocolate Lunch Box Tart, or visit Backlot Express for the classic Red Velvet Whoopie Pie. Hot Cocoa Chocolate Lunch Box Tart Keep following DFB for more Disney World holiday treat reviews! See which holiday eats are NEW and returning to Disney World this year! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney World Fun This Holiday Season! The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2022 is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. Order The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2022 now! It includes over 400 pages of must-have information, including: A full What's New!! chapter for the 2022 Holiday Season A full Monthly Schedule of Events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World's busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And, of course, we'll tell you where to eat! ;-D Click HERE to order your 2022 Guide now and get 20% off with code PEPPERMINT! As always, our e-Books are 100% guaranteed! If you don't love it, you get your money back! Want Even MORE? The DFB Everything Bundle comes with ALL of our guides, including the Holiday Guide, for one low price! It includes: The DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining 2022 The 2022 EPCOT Food and Wine Festival Guide The DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Holidays 2022 Pre-Order 2023 EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival Guide All Three DFB Snack Guides Click HERE to order your DFB Everything Bundle! MORE Disney World Holiday INFO! Check Out Everything Announced for the 2022 Holiday Season in Disney World Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Is Coming BACK in 2022 – Get the Latest Details Get All of the Latest Information About the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays We’ll Take This Little Golden Disney Book in Our Stocking, Santa! Learn Everything You Need to Know About Disney World Holiday Dining and Events See How Much It Costs to Do Disney World at Christmas in 2022 Watch Our Video About What We Wish We’d Known Before Going to Disney World During the Holidays Check Out Our Photos & Reviews of the Holiday Treats in Disney World Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest holiday news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Will you be visiting Disney World this holiday season? Tell us in the comments! The post Olaf Would Be HORRIFIED By This New Disney World Treat first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The Amorette’s Patisserie Cake Decorating Experience is returning to Disney Springs this month, and bookings open November 10!View the full article

Tropical Storm Nicole is heading toward Florida and is expected to become a hurricane before it makes landfall in the Sunshine State. Hurricane Ian in Orlando in September We’ve seen a bunch of closures due to the storm, including Orlando International Airport, Disney World, Universal, and more. And now, another theme park in Central Florida is shutting down. SeaWorld Orlando is shutting down due to Tropical Storm Nicole. Aquatica Orlando is closed today, November 9th, and will remain closed tomorrow, November 10th. Also closing tomorrow is SeaWorld Orlando and Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. ©SeaWorld Orlando SeaWorld said they’re planning to reopen the parks on Friday, November 11th. They also said that precautions are in place to ensure the safety of their animals and ambassadors. If you have tickets for these parks on the days of their closures, you can now use them through December 31st of this year. ©SeaWorld For more on the tropical storm, check out our posts below: NEWS: Universal Orlando Closing Due to Tropical Storm Nicole NEWS: Tropical Storm Nicole Expected To Strengthen to Hurricane Today Disney World Updates Cancelation Policies Ahead of Tropical Storm Nicole NEWS: Disney Springs CLOSING Due to Tropical Storm Nicole BREAKING: Disney World Announces Phased Park Closure Due to Tropical Storm Nicole Stay tuned to DFB for more news and updates about the storm. All the Disney World Closures and Cancellations Due To Tropical Storm Nicole Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! The post SeaWorld Orlando CLOSING Due to Tropical Storm Nicole first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Will Disney offer NEW discounts soon? Based on quotes from The Walt Disney Company’s 2022 Q4 earnings call, it sounds like new deals could be on the way. Cinderella Castle Quarterly earnings reports and calls can tell us a lot about what’s going on with Disney, including Disney+ subscriber numbers, theme park demand, changes in revenue, and more. During the most recent earnings call, Disney was asked about potential plans for keeping demand high during the predicted upcoming recession. How Disney responded gives us reason to be cautiously optimistic about new discounts coming in the future. During the 2022 Q4 earnings call, Disney executives Bob Chapek (CEO) and Christine McCarthy (Senior Executive VP and CFO) answered several questions about Disney’s current status and future plans. One person asked about the upcoming recession that many experts have predicted is unavoidable: “If there is a slowing U.S. consumer, what can you do to kind of maintain the revenue growth? […] So, in other words, what can be different this time versus previous downturns?” Bob Chapek McCarthy answered this question, saying, “Compared to the last time we had a slowdown in the economy for managing our parks business, we have more commercial tools and levers available to us.” She said that Disney may turn to new discounts in order to increase demand and thus keep revenue high: “One of the [tools] that’s quite obvious is discounting. That’s something that we have used in the past, and we will continue to use it because it is an effective lever for managing your yield.” Entrance to Magic Kingdom But then McCarthy clarified her statement, saying that Disney is “not going to use it [referring to discounting] to the extent to which we used it during the last recession.” How Has Disney Previously Used Discounting? In the past, Disney has relied heavily on offering discounts in order to keep demand for the theme parks high. In 2008, CNN reported that Disney was a top performer among major media companies when it came to maintaining revenue and demand during the recession. They reported that, during the 2nd quarter of 2008, “theme park and resorts sales rose 11%.” Park Entrance Also during that time, Disney “reported a net profit of $1.13 billion,” which marked an increase of 22% (higher than analysts predicted for the time). One expert said that Disney seemed “to have integrated better than a lot of their competitors.” During the earnings call for this quarter, then-Disney CEO Bob Iger attributed the success in part to “discount hotel room and vacation package pricing.” Disney’s Riviera Resort Later, in 2009, the company again referred to discounts as a tool to keep park attendance high. Disney noted that a certain discount (the “Buy 4, Get 3 Free” promotion) was a major factor in keeping attendance and booking numbers strong. With this promotion, guests could get 3 nights at a hotel for free if they bought a 4-night stay. Art of Animation hotel Disney noted that “the discount on the ticket is relatively modest […] and the discount on the hotel obviously is significant.” They said that this provided a strong incentive for guests who “were considering staying for four days to buy seven days” instead, which meant Disney made more money than they would have with the 4-day stay as guests purchased other things such as tickets, food, souvenirs, etc. during their longer trip. Hollywood Studios Disney said that “this is a promotion or a pricing strategy that’s really working” when “you look at our bookings […] and attendance.” Can We Expect To See Similar Discounts Now? According to McCarthy, the discounts that Disney may use soon will not be quite as big as the ones previously used by the company. She said that Disney will not discount “to the extent to which we used it during the last recession.” Guests entering Animal Kingdom So although we may see some new deals (especially during the recession), we likely won’t get huge offers like the “Buy 4, Get 3 Free” promotion. However, there are still several discounts happening right now that you can take advantage of. For example, Disney+ subscribers can save 20% on some Disney hotel rooms and Annual Passholders can save up to 25% on hotel stays as well. Want to see ALL the current Disney World and Disneyland discounts? Click here! We’ll be watching for new discounts, and of course we’ll let you know as soon as we hear of them! If you’re looking for more ways to save money on an upcoming Disney trip, check out these posts: 5 Ways to Save $1,000 on Your Disney Trip (Really!) Our NEW Tips for Saving BIG in Disney World! Disney Visa Cardmembers Can Save Up to 25% On Hotel Stays in 2023 Plan Your Next Disney Trip With the Latest Deals and Discounts Stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney news! Click here to learn more about how Disney might respond to a recession. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! The post How Disney Plans To Use DISCOUNTS To Keep High Theme Park Demand first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Well, the holiday season has officially arrived in Disney World, and that includes Disney Springs. Disney Springs Holiday merchandise is HERE and we’ve already got details about how to meet Santa there! At the moment, though, Disney Springs is closing due to Tropical Storm Nicole, but before that, we visited to see what was new. Disney Springs Food Updates Amorette’s Patisserie We had to try the Donald Duck Munchling Cake for $14, which is made with vanilla chiffon cake, Japanese sponge roll, yuzu curd, yuzu chantilly, caramel ganache, blueberry jam, and jalapeño gel drizzled on Donald’s hat. Yes, the treat is spicy — like Donald. Donald Duck Munchling Cake Except it wasn’t THAT spicy, but we still think this treat would be fun for fans of Donald Duck. Read our full review on this treat here! Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew The new Everglazed donut has arrived. It’s the “Take 6” Donut and it is A LOT. It’s a chocolate-glazed donut topped with peanuts and pretzels and then drizzled with caramel and peanut butter. Yep, this one is a MUST for those who like sweet AND savory things! Take … 6? You can get it now for $6.50 Read a full review of this donut! Sunshine Churros Meanwhile, over at Sunshine Churros, we tried out the Strawberry Shortcake Churro. It’s a churro topped with strawberry sauce and covered in powdered sugar for $7.95. It might be a simple snack, but we loved it! Strawberry Shortcake Churro from Sunshine Churros So be sure to check it out when you get a chance. Read our review of this churro! Gideon’s Bakehouse We got to try TWO new offerings at Gideon’s Bakehouse. First up is the Pumpkin Bread Chocolate Crumb Cookie for $6. It’s made with pumpkin, Gideon’s House pumpkin spice blend, a little bit of chocolate, and pumpkin butter crumbs. This cookie is FALL perfection, y’all. Pumpkin Bread Chocolate Crumb Cookie We also got to try limited-edition Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cake Slice for $9, which is made with three layers of vanilla cake with chocolate chips surrounded by a pumpkin spice cream cheese buttercream — with butter crumbs on the outside. FALL in a cake Yeah, we liked the cake, too! This one was also a win! Here’s our full review of both! Disney Springs Merchandise Updates World of Disney So what’s new at World of Disney? Come with us as we find out. There are Holiday Rice Krispie Treats for $13.99… Krispie Treats …a Star Wars Holiday Shirt for $39.99… Up to Snow Good …a Black Mickey Beanie for $40… Mickey beanie …a white Mickey Beanie for $40… White beanie …a Black Fuzzy Mickey Jacket for $148… Fuzzy jacket …Black Fuzzy Mickey Pants for $144… Fuzzy pants …a Pink Minnie Jacket for Kids for $69.99… Kids jacket …a Marie Plush for $29.99… Marie! …a Walt Disney World Sweatshirt for $32.99… Disney World …a Mickey and Friends Sweatshirt for $32.99… Mickey and friends! …a Darth Vader Hat for $24.99… The Force is strong with this hat …a Grogu Spider Figure for $9.99… Spider and Grogu …a Grogu Butterfly Figure for $9.99… Grogu with a butterfly …a Grogu Bowl Figure for $9.99… Dinner time! …a Grogu in Snow Figure for $9.99… Playing in the snow ..a Grogu in Pot Figure for $9.99… Peeking …a Grogu Eating Cookies Figure for $9.99… Nom nom …a Monsters, Inc. Holiday Throw Blanket for $59.99… Fuzzy blanket …a Rocket and Groot Holiday Shirt for $36.99… Seasons Grootings …a DIY Ornament Kit for $19.99… Make your own ornaments …a Holiday Table Runner for $59.99… Table runner …a Holiday Kitchen Towel for $19.99… Kitchen towel …a Donald Duck Munchling Plush for $19.99… SO cute …and a Toy Story Holiday Pillow. The front says “Toy to the World.” Toy to the World The back has the Toy Story characters as nutcrackers on it. They’re nutcrackers! The pillow is $34.99. I’ll Never Pay For This in Disney World Again — See What It Is Here! Disney’s Days of Christmas We found new ornaments, so get that Christmas tree ready. There’s a Personalizable Mickey 1971 Ornament for $34.99… You can get it personalized! …a Black Panther Ornament for $26.99… Throwing a snowball …a Captain Marvel and Goose Ornament for $26.99… Look at that Flerken helping decorate the tree! …and a Mickey Holiday Frame Ornament for $26.99. Put your favorite photo on your tree You can also get a Rocket and Groot Stocking for $34.99… Yule Be Merry …Marvel Pajama Pants for $39.99… Holiday PJs …and a Groot Holiday Onesie! SO sweet The onesie is $29.99. Here Are All the Disney World Closures and Cancellations Due To Tropical Storm Nicole Coca-Cola Store You can also get Coca-Cola Holiday Socks. Coke socks! The socks are $12.95 per pair. We Had an Amazing Dinner in Disney Springs — and You Might Be Surprised Where We Went Do you make time to visit Disney Springs during your Disney World visit? If you do, be sure to check out our ultimate guide to restaurants at Disney Springs (trust us — there’s some good eating there!!!). If you’re headed to Disney Springs during the holiday season, be sure to check out the Christmas Tree Stroll to see dozens of fun Christmas trees decked out in Disney-themed decor! 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 about Disney Springs? Let us know in the comments! The post What's New at Disney Springs: 5 NEW Treats! 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. Who else is excited about Disney’s new Strange World? ©Disney Right now you can catch a preview of the film in Disney World, and certain guests can even see the film early. If you’ve seen everything released so far and already feel like you’re going to love it, here’s how you can grab merchandise online right now! There are multiple items that have been released on shopDisney, and we wanted to share some of our favorites. Starting off strong, we’ve got the Splat Plush for $22.99! ©Disney This plush is of one of the notable characters from the film (yes, a splat is a notable character), and we’ve seen plushes like this sell out quickly before, so we suggest grabbing one sooner than later! Buy the Splat Plush here! You can also grab the Strange World Stainless Steel Water Bottle for $19.99. ©Disney This bottle features Searcher, Splat, and Jaeger Clade running through the strange world. It’s great to take on the go, to whatever strange and wild places your life takes you. Grab the Strange World Stainless Steel Water Bottle here! Kids will also love the Strange World ”Let’s Go Make History” T-Shirt, which you can grab for $19.99. ©Disney The shirt comes in 5 sizes and features screen art of the whole team on their adventure. Not to mention that the message on the front is great for all kids to remember! Grab the Strange World ”Let’s Go Make History” T-Shirt right here! Adults will want to grab the Strange World Graphic Art T-Shirt for $26.99 too! ©Disney This gray shirt comes in 6 sizes and features screen art of Searcher Clade, Ethan Clade, Jaeger Clade, and Splat! Buy the Strange World Graphic Art T-Shirt right here! And lastly, if you’re looking for something a little more subtle for these chillier days coming up, you can snag the Avalonia Geographic Society Pullover Hoodie for $44.99! ©Disney This sweatshirt bears the logo of the Geographic Society the characters are a part of. Their saying, “Venture Beyond,” is also featured inside the seal. Buy the Avalonia Geographic Society Pullover Hoodie here! Disney has LOTS of new media on the way, and we make sure to keep our eye on all of it so we can keep you updated with what’s going on! 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! The perfect shirt for your Disney trip during the holiday season! As always, stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney film & tv news! Here’s how some Disney fans can get FREE movie tickets! 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 new movie or tv show are you most excited for? Tell us below! The post Disney Releases New 'Strange World' Merchandise Collection Online! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World isn’t just for kids, and we can prove it – just take ALL of the alcohol on menus around the resort, for example. Marg in Disney Springs Drinking has become somewhat of a hobby at Disney World, from drinking around the world in EPCOT to hanging out at the BoardWalk’s piano bar. There’s a whole FESTIVAL with the word “wine” in it – hello! So, people focus a lot on the drinks IN the parks, but there are a lot of great options outside of them as well. So, let’s talk about the bar crawl you can do WITHOUT a park ticket in Disney World over at Disney Springs! First, we’re not telling you to go get every one of these drinks we’re mentioning, or even a drink at every single restaurant. We’re just telling you about the best options for drinking in Disney Springs, and you can create your own ideal bar crawl from there. Remember to drink responsibly! The Basket at Wine Bar George The Basket at Wine Bar George is the quick service window at Wine Bar George. They have some good small bites, but they also have a lot of fun drinks! The Basket at Wine Bar George Try out one of their cocktails, or get a frozen drink! They have a frozen Frozcato made with Dole Whip pineapple… Dole Whip Froscato …a Frozen Old Fashioned made with Dole Whip orange, a strawberry Frose, and more! Corkcicle! If none of these menu options sound good to you, you can also grab a table at Wine Bar George and check out their huge wine list. Click here to see our review of The Basket at Wine Bar George! Homecomin’ Want something a bit stronger? Head on over to Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’. They serve brunch, lunch, and dinner over here, or you can just hang out at the bar! Shine Bar and Social This spot is known for its moonshine on tap that makes up some cool cocktails. You can get the Rumshine Punch, Sweet Tea Shine, Blue Hooch, or even a Moonshine Margarita. The Moonshiner This spot will also let you get a moonshine flight you can try out the different options! They also have beer, wine, and craft cocktails like the Florida Crush. The Moonshine Flight And, make sure to ask about the whiskey flights! Whiskey Flight This is definitely a spot that shouldn’t be missed if you plan on drinking in Disney Springs. Click here to see our review of Homecomin’! Raglan Road Time for some beer! Over at Raglan Road Irish Pub you’ve got local craft beer, Irish beers, more well known beers, and more. Can’t decide? Get a flight of beer! You can get one of the flights the restaurant has created or make your own. Choose Your Own Beer Flight of Warsteiner, Magners, Kilkenny, and Smithwicks at Raglan Road! And, since this is an Irish restaurant, there’s also whiskey on the menu, of course. You can get Irish Whiskey, American Whisky, Scotch Whisky, or a flight of whiskey! Whiskey Flight There are also some cocktails like the Lost Irish Coffee or and Irish Espresso Martini. Espresso Martini The great thing about Raglan Road is that there’s an outdoor bar! You don’t need a reservation for the bar and you can hang out outside. Raglan Road outdoor bar There’s also sometimes some live music for you to enjoy! Click here to see our review of Raglan Road! Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar Talk about a spot with some cool ambiance! Jock Lindsey’s is in what looks to be an old airplane hangar straight out of Indiana Jones and even transforms into a holiday bar around the holidays. Jock Lindsey’s Holiday Bar They have a happy hour Monday-Friday from 12PM-3PM that you might want to check out! Feeding Frenzy at Jock Lindsay’s Hangar Bar This place has some pretty unique cocktails, like the Cool-headed Monkey, Fountain of Youth, Scottish Professor, and Bam’s Barnstormer. Cool-Headed Monkey If you can’t decide, you can get a flight of whisky, or a beer flight! Click here to see our review of one of the drinks at Jock Lindsey’s! Paradiso 37 This isn’t necessarily somewhere we would highly recommend for food, but it is a good option for drinks! Paradiso 37 has some of the less expensive drinks you’ll find in Disney Springs, and it’s a great spot if you want to get a margarita. Paradiso 37 They have the classic version, or you can get a blood orange margarita, a Corona-rita, or even something rum-based like a Bahama Mama! Bahama Mama There is also a good view of the lake here, so you can sit back and sip your cocktail while enjoying the view. Click here to see our review of Paradiso 37! Splitsville Are you looking for a good deal? Look no further than Splitsville Luxury Lanes. You can go over to the “Drinks to Go” counter and get a refillable squeeze bottle or pin sipper! The squeeze bottle is for 20-ounce frozen drinks, and the pin sipper is for 28-ounce bowl drinks. Both come with specialty cocktail refills. Splitsville Refillable Squeeze Bottle The squeeze bottle is $20 and the sipper is $23, and these prices include the first drink you get with them. After that, your refills are $13 for the squeeze bottle or $16 for the sipper. Splitsville even said on Instagram that the squeeze bottle refills are $13 for the entire LIFETIME of your bottle! Splitsville Refillable Squeeze Bottle So, these prices are the same as their normal cocktails, BUT you get more drink in these souvenir cups, so it’s a better bang for your buck! There are some fun frozen drinks to check out, like the Pina Colada, Coconut Margarita, and the Swampwater. Splitsville Refillable Squeeze Bottle If you like sweet drinks, this is the spot for you! Click here to see the 5 NEW menu items over at Splitsville Swirls on the Water Finally, we have a relatively new spot — Swirls on the Water. This is the designated Dole Whip spot in Disney Springs now! And, you can get some fun concoctions with Dole Whip and alcohol. Swirls on the Water Some popular options are the sangria float… DOLE Whip Sangria at Swirls on the Water …and the Dole Whip float with rum. Also make sure to check out their seasonal offerings, because they do change! Click here to see our review of Swirls on the Water! For more on Disney Springs, check out the 12 Beers of Christmas event returning to Disney Springs, the simple dessert in Disney Springs that you shouldn’t sleep on, and the NEW menu items announced for one restaurant in Disney Springs. Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney tips, news, and updates. 6 Surprising Rules About Drinking 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. Where is your favorite place to grab a drink in Disney World? Tell us in the comments! The post The Official DFB Disney Springs Pub Crawl first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

One of the best things about visiting Disney World during the holidays is trying all the TREATS! Santa Mickey Cookie We’ve tried holiday treats from Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort gingerbread house and all kinds of exclusive eats during Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, and now we’re stopping by another Disney Park for two more treats! Now at ABC Commissary in Disney’s Hollywood Studios are two NEW holiday treats! We’re starting with the Reindeer Mousse, made with spiced cherry-orange dark chocolate mousse, and chocolate cake, placed on top of a gold chocolate cookie base with dark chocolate glaze and milk chocolate buttercream for $5.49. Reindeer Mousse It sure does look cute, but how does it taste? The spiced maple buttercream combined with the apple pie filling paired together beautifully. The cake itself was light and moist with a strong apple flavor, and all the spices helped offset the sweetness of the buttercream. In the right light, the gold sugar and spices seemed to twinkle! Holiday Minnie Mouse Bundt Cake We did think the white chocolate bow on the top tasted a little off and out of place, but otherwise, we really loved this dessert. It is really small, however, when you consider the $6 price, so keep that in mind if you were hoping to share it. And the apple flavor was the most dominant flavor, so steer clear if that’s not your thing. Yum! If you’re looking for more holiday treats in Hollywood Studios, you can check out our reviews of the Candy Cane Milkshake from Hollywood Scoops, the Hot Chocolate Lunch Box Tart from Woody’s Lunch Box, and the Red Velvet Whoopie Pie from Backlot Express! Red Velvet Whoopie Pie Keep following DFB for more Disney World treat news and updates! Check out all the holiday treats coming to 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! Would you try either of these new treats? Tell us in the comments! The post TWO Stand Out Snacks Just Made Their Debut in Disney's Hollywood Studios first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s Christmas before Christmas! To celebrate the return of “Disney Dreams! of Christmas” show spectacular, Disneyland Paris cast were invited to an exclusive Disney Cast Life moment that allowed them to be the very first audience to attend the final rehearsal of the show at Disneyland Park. Cast members were welcomed on Central Plaza by […]View the full article

If you want to know how The Walt Disney Company is doing as a whole, it’s a good idea to pay attention to its quarterly earnings reports. Four times a year, Disney executives speak to investors and shareholders about the company’s financial achievements and goals, and we often hear updates about what’s coming to the parks and streaming services as well. Partners Statue The most recent earnings call was the 2022 Q4 call, during which we learned that Disney lost about $65 million as a result of Hurricane Ian, guest demand for the parks is still often outpacing capacity, and executives are optimistic about what 2023 will bring. We also caught a brief mention of Disney’s annual pass programs that might provide a clue as to what changes we could see for these programs in the future. During this quarter’s call, someone asked about the potential for a recession in 2023 and what Disney could do to maintain growth in a slow economy. Specifically, they asked, “If there is a slowing U.S. consumer, what can you do to kind of maintain the revenue growth? […] So, in other words, what can be different this time versus previous downturns?” Disney World entrance Disney Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Christine McCarthy responded to the question. She mentioned tools that the company has previously used to encourage demand during slower economic atmospheres, like offering discounts at the parks. Christine McCarthy ©The Walt Disney Company She also noted that Disney now has new tools to better measure guest demand, specifically the Park Pass Reservation system. This system can also be used to adjust capacity and thus spread out visitors, preventing too many spikes and lulls in park attendance. McCarthy said, “We manage attendance now. We can track it real time.” Crowds in EPCOT After acknowledging those potential tools, McCarthy mentioned one other thing that could change during a recession: Disney’s Annual Pass programs. This could include both the Annual Passholder program at Disney World and the Magic Key Holder program at Disneyland. McCarthy said, “We also have reimagined our annual pass business model. […] And we could also have some more flexibility in using our annual pass program.” Annual Passholder card What do her comments mean for the Annual Pass program, and how does that compare to what we’re seeing now? Let’s dive in. Current State of the Annual Pass Program Disney World’s Annual Pass program consists of various tiers of passes, each of which has a different price, blockout date schedule, and capacity for passes held at any given time. Most of those tiers have been unavailable for purchase since late 2021, although current passholders can continue to renew any of the 4 tiers. ©Disney The tiers that are unavailable for new purchases are the Pirate, Sorcerer, and IncrediPass tiers, and the Incredipass is the only one available for people who aren’t Florida residents (although the Sorcerer pass is available to non-Florida residents who are members of the Disney Vacation Club). The lowest tier — the Pixie Pass — is available for new purchases. Disney World Annual Passholder Popcorn Bucket Disney fans have been clamoring for sales to resume, but (until now) Disney has been very quiet about the potential for this program to return in full force. Many people have been concerned about whether the program would return at all, especially after a Disney executive implied that annual passholder guests aren’t as profitable, since those visitors tend to spend less money in the parks than other guests. Annual Passholder Entrance But the comments from McCarthy provide a hint that things could change soon for this popular program. What a Recession Could Mean for the Annual Pass Program With McCarthy’s mention that Disney could “have some more flexibility in using [the] annual pass program,” we can now assume that Disney is still planning to fully bring back this program sometime in the future. It’s clear that executives are talking about how to best use the program, and the start of a recession could make it more likely for the program to return. Annual Passholder sign McCarthy also mentioned that the Annual Pass business model has been “reimagined,” which probably refers to previous changes that we saw to both the Disney World Annual Pass Program and the Disneyland Magic Key Holder program. The Disney World program changed quite a bit in August 2021, and we saw several updates to Disneyland’s program in August of this year. 50th Anniversary designs for Annual Passes However, this “reimagining” could also refer to new changes that Disney has not yet announced — we’ll be watching for any updates to the program. Welcoming Passholders So what does it mean that Disney has “more flexibility” in using the Annual Pass program? It sounds like Disney sees this program as a possible tool to help keep consumer demand and park attendance high in the case of a recession. If the economy softens soon (as most experts are predicting it will), Disney may look to Annual Passholders rather than other guests to fill the parks. Animal Kingdom Entrance During the recent earnings call, Disney CEO Bob Chapek said that demand for the theme parks has been consistently strong, and the limited availability on the Disney parks’ park pass reservation calendars confirms that statement. However, the upcoming recession could mean lower demand in the future, so Disney must plan for their response if that happens. Crowds in Hollywood Studios If demand and guest attendance begin to drop, Disney may rely more on Annual Passholders to fill the parks and provide needed revenue. These guests are loyal fans who consider Disney a staple in their lives, so they’re more likely to visit even during a time of economic recession. Because they don’t have to pay for park tickets, they may feel better about paying for other parts of the vacation, like hotel stays and food. That is revenue that Disney will need especially during the slower times. Entrance to Magic Kingdom Disney has indicated that these “super fans” aren’t as financially valuable as other guests at the parks, mainly because Annual Passholders usually stay in the parks for fewer days, buy fewer souvenirs, and often don’t need hotel rooms (if they live close by). Other visitors (especially international visitors) tend to stay longer, buy more food and souvenirs, and pay for hotel stays. However, demand from those other visitors may wane, especially because their Disney vacations are more expensive than the vacations are for Annual Passholders, which means people may hold off on the extra expense. Annual Pass Magnet If that happens, Disney could rely more on Annual Passholders and the Park Pass Reservation system to make sure the parks are filled and revenue is acquired. Disney can use that Park Pass Reservation system to manage and track capacity and thus ensure the parks are full. Crowds in Magic Kingdom Disney hasn’t yet announced when or if all the Annual Pass sales will resume for Disney World, but we’ll be watching carefully for updates on that front. Stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney news! See 5 big reasons you might see an EMPTY Disney World in 2023. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! 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 a Disney World Annual Passholder? If not, would you buy a pass if sales resume? Let us know in the comments. The post Disney CEO Says Disney World Annual Pass Program Could Provide “Flexibility” first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Being part of the 50th Anniversary celebration of Walt Disney World Resort as a cast member has been such an inspiring experience filled with countless shared moments of magic and wonder. Cast members have enjoyed complimentary resort hotel staycations, put on brand new EARidescent nametags and even been among the first to experience out-of-this-world theme […]View the full article

Florida theme parks have been responding to the incoming Tropical Storm Nicole, which is expected to affect Central Florida within the next few days. ©NHC Disney World has responded to the storm by closing Disney Springs, canceling Fantasmic! and Extended Evening Hours, and enacting phased park closures. And now we have an update from Universal Orlando! Universal Orlando Resort announced that due to Tropical Storm Nicole, Universal’s Volcano Bay water park has been already been closed, and the Universal Orlando Resort as well as CityWalk will be closing early as of 5PM on November 9th. ©Universal They did note that Universal hotels will remain open to guests at this time, and they expect to reopen on Thursday, November 10th on a phased and delayed basis. Universal Orlando Over in Disney World, all four theme parks will be closing early on November 9th, with Disney’s Animal Kingdom closing at 5PM, Disney’s Hollywood Studios closing at 6PM, and Magic Kingdom and EPCOT closing at 7PM. You can read more about Disney World’s phased closure plans here. Stormy skies Tropical Storm Nicole is expected to strengthen into a hurricane today, so we’ll be monitoring this developing situation closely. Stay tuned for more updates! All the Disney World closures and cancelations due to Tropical Storm Nicole! 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. Has Tropical Storm Nicole affected your plans? Tell us in the comments! The post NEWS: Universal Orlando Closing Due to Tropical Storm Nicole first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney has already announced several changes that will happen at the Disney World parks and hotels in response to Tropical Storm Nicole, which is expected to affect Central Florida today (November 9th) and tomorrow. The castle stays right here, even when it hurricanes. The parks are going to have a phased closure beginning at 5PM on November 9th, and several nighttime events have been canceled. Disney suspended cancelation fees as well, so you can cancel your reservations without penalty if you had previously planned to visit in the next few days. Now, we have an update about the tropical storm and its potential to become a hurricane. According to Wesh 2, Tropical Storm Nicole is almost certain to become a hurricane before it makes landfall in Florida. Experts have said that “no matter where it eventually makes landfall, the storm will bring hurricane conditions to many Central Florida beaches, and hurricane gusts to areas inland.” Hurricane skies in Disney World Brevard and Volusia counties are both under a hurricane warning, and Flagler is under a hurricane watch. There are tropical storm warnings in place for Lake, Orange, Osceola, and Seminole counties. Rainy Day in Disney World As of 10AM today, Nicole was 25 miles east of Great Abaco Island and about 210 miles east of West Palm Beach. At that time, it had hurricane-level winds and was moving west at 12MPH. Its projected path is to arrive on the east coast of Florida within the hurricane warning area on Wednesday evening and then move across central and northern Florida. It will likely move into Georgia later on Thursday. ©Wesh 2 Central Florida residents can expect strong winds, pouring rain, and potentially isolated tornadoes. The worst of the weather in this area is expected to arrive on Wednesday evening and last through Thursday morning. Meteorologists are expecting 30-40MPH wind gusts to begin by late afternoon on Wednesday. They recommend sheltering in place sometime between 3PM and 6PM. ©Wesh 2 By 5AM on Thursday morning, there will be hurricane-force wind gusts throughout Central Florida, and by 7AM the worst of the winds should move into western Florida. The storm conditions are expected to drop later Thursday morning and afternoon. ©Wesh 2 We’ll continue to watch for more updates on the storm, so stay tuned to DFB. Click here to see the Disney World theme park closure schedule. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! The post NEWS: Tropical Storm Nicole Expected To Strengthen to Hurricane Today first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article