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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. If you’ve been fortunate enough to visit Disney during the holiday season you know how special it is. What a magical season! There are plenty of things that make the holiday season unique at Disney, like the familiar characters in their festive outfits, the delicious seasonal foods, and snoap! Now, you can enjoy some of these nostalgic experiences from the comfort of your own home, no plane ticket required. That’s right, we’re piecing together a few ways to make home feeling a little more magical for the holidays! Mickey Mouse Holiday Figure by Jim Shore One of the best parts of visiting the Disney parks around the holidays is getting to see all of the special outfits the characters wear. You’ll only see them in this attire at this time of year which makes it kind of a rare sight! From fuzzy collars to Santa hats, we enjoy seeing how each character’s style is transformed. Mickey Mouse Holiday Figure by Jim Shore ©Disney You can decorate your house with all sorts of holiday decor, so why not include some classic Disney characters all dolled up for the winter? This Mickey Mouse Holiday Figure by Jim Shore has Mickey heading off to a party with some beautiful presents. He’s looking especially cozy in his scarf and hat! These figures by Jim Shore are created in a handcrafted style and feature folk art patterns. You can find this and other figures, like this matching Minnie Mouse, on shopDisney for $49.99 each. Click here to buy the Mickey Mouse Holiday Figure by Jim Shore! A Merry Christmas Cookbook Join characters like Simba, Elsa, and more as they show you and your kids how to create delicious Disney-inspired dishes for the holidays! This book is perfect for kids and lets you spend time with them in the kitchen as you teach them valuable cooking skills (and end up with some tasty results!). A Merry Christmas Cookbook © Amazon A Merry Christmas Cookbook is a hardcover book filled with easy-to-follow recipes. Each recipe has an accompanying picture for additional reference. Try out a recipe to enjoy at home or work together to create edible gifts for your friends and family! This book can be found on Amazon for $10.99. Click here to buy A Merry Christmas Cookbook! Mickey Mouse Holiday Light-Up Singing Snow Wand The famous “snoap” wands are still available on shopDisney! These wands can be found in the parks, where “snoap” originated. If you aren’t familiar with the term, it’s what many Disney fans call the soap mixture used in the parks to create the fake snow that falls from the sky during special winter events. This wand lets you create your own snoap-storm right at home! Mickey Mouse Holiday Light-Up Singing Snow Wand ©Disney Besides giving you the power to control the weather, the Mickey Mouse Holiday Light-Up Singing Snow Wand also features a fun light display and can sing! When you change the wand over to music mode, pressing the button allows Mickey to sing Deck the Halls for you (his mouth even moves!). These wands have been super popular so if you have been wanting one be sure to grab one for $30 from shopDisney before they’re gone. Click here to buy the Mickey Mouse Holiday Light-Up Singing Snow Wand! The best way to celebrate all that Disney World has to offer around the holidays is with our Main Street Christmas design, available on sweatshirts, t-shirts, onesies, and more! Main Street Christmas Sweatshirt You can find this design and other brand new holiday styles only at the DFB Store. We hope these items will make home feel a little more magical for the holidays. If you are looking for more ways to make home feel a little bit more like Disney World, you may want to check out some of our favorite Disney recipes. We also have a few lists of fun things to watch on Disney+ this holiday season and a few more fun ways to Disney-fy your house this holiday season! For more Disney holiday shopping, check out this best-selling advent calendar! 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 from 2021 Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest holiday news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! The post 4 Simple Ways to Make Home Feel a Bit More Like Disney This Holiday Season first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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Deck the halls, put on the holiday album from *NYSNC, and get ready to celebrate — the holidays are basically here! Disney’s Beach Club Resort We’ve shared a look at some of the Disney holiday items you can get on Amazon, a holiday special coming to Disney+, and the holiday decorations that are already up in Disney World. But there’s an extra special holiday display that is up right now and it’s something you will NOT want to miss! Giant Christmas trees in the parks, holiday merchandise, and holiday ride overlays — that’s what the season is made of in Disney World, right? While those are certainly some exciting parts of the holiday season, to really celebrate the merriest time of the year, you’ll also want to visit Disney World’s hotels! At select hotels, you’ll find some INCREDIBLE gingerbread displays. While the display at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort is one that many are familiar with, the display over at Disney’s Beach Club Resort is one you absolutely won’t want to skip. Get ready! Specifically, within the lobby of Disney’s Beach Club Resort, you’ll typically find an absolutely astonishing gingerbread carousel! We can’t wait to see what this year brings! Want more holiday info? Check out all of our posts below! Learn everything you need to know about the Festival of the Holidays at EPCOT How much does it cost to do Disney World at Christmas? We’ve got the answer Check out all the details for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Want to make sure your holiday trip to Disney World goes smoothly? Need dining advice for the holidays or tips to avoid crowds on the busiest days of the year? We’ve got it ALL for you in the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Holidays! Everything you need to know about the holidays at Disney! Our guide has over 500 pages of information, holiday-inspired crawls, touring strategies, a look at special meals you’ll find during the holiday season, and MORE! Click here to grab the guide! 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 from 2021 Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest holiday news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Are you planning to see this gingerbread display this year? Tell us in the comments. The post PHOTOS: The AMAZING Gingerbread Carousel Has Arrived in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World makes changes all the time, but some things are more noticeable than others. Disney merchandise in Creations We see price increases occasionally, that aren’t noticeable unless you REALLY pay attention, and we also see things like merchandise limits come into play. There are also bigger things that change, like restaurants reopening or character meet and greets returning. And recently, we’ve noticed a change that could impact your shopping soon in Disney World. Most of the small plastic bags in Disney World have disappeared. We talked to a Cast Member in The Emporium who said that the small plastic bags were pulled from behind the counter and are no longer an option when buying merchandise. Reusable bags In addition, Disney has discounted the price of some of the reusable bags by $1 in the parks. The small bag is now $1, the medium is now $1.50, and the large remains at $3. New pricing We noticed this trend in Magic Kingdom, but it continued in the other parks. Animal Kingdom also was missing small plastic bags and had discounted the reusable bags. Same thing over here In EPCOT, we saw that Creations Shop was using the last of their small plastic bags for mobile orders. They’ll be gone soon One place that DID still have small plastic bags was Curiouser Clothiers in Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort. So, it seems like the method for getting rid of these bags is different across the resort. Some spots returned their bags, and some places are waiting until they run out of them. Still over here! This could be an effort by Disney to reduce single-use plastic waste throughout the resort and encouraging people to buy reusable bags instead. Reusable bags We’ve seen other things like this happen, like plastic straws no longer being available in most spots. Paper Straws at Yorkshire County Fish Chop We’ll be sure to keep an eye out for the plastic bags in Disney World and let you know what’s going on. For more on what’s going on around Disney World, check out the BEST and WORST things we ate in Disney World in October, all the rides and hotels that will be closed in Disney World in November, and 2023 dates you should know if you’re a Disney World fan. Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney World news and updates. 5 Places You Don’t Want to Walk After Dark in Disney World Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 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 this change? Tell us in the comments. The post UPDATE on Plastic Bag Disappearances in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s no secret that a trip to Disney World will set you back a few (thousand) dollars , and it looks like the prices just keep going up and up! Spaceship Earth Planning a trip to Disney World will look a little different to everyone — depending on where you’re traveling from, how many are in your travel group, and how long you plan to stay, there are some factors you can’t control — but there are some that you can! We hit the books and did the research for you to find the BEST ways to do Disney on a budget in 2022 and 2023! We’re breaking it all down for you into some basic categories: Transportation Accommodations Park Tickets Dining Other Costs We’ll review some strategies in each topic to help you narrow down what will work best for your family and your vacation goals. So, let’s go save you some moolah! Transportation Before we get to the fun stuff, we have to talk about how we’re getting to Disney World. Travel prices can vary quite a bit, and there are a lot of factors to consider when looking at transportation to (and from) Disney. Orlando International Airport If you’re traveling within the US, you most likely have two options: flying or driving. Driving Depending on where you live, it can be cheaper to drive to Disney World than it would cost to fly – especially if you have a larger family. Traffic That being said, gas prices and nights spent in a hotel along the way may end up canceling out the savings compared to flying, not to mention the $15 to $25 per night parking fees at the Disney resorts, or the $25 to $50 parking costs at Disney’s parks if you don’t stay at a Disney World hotel. It might also help to think about how long it will take you to drive to and from Disney World. If you end up spending more time in the car than in the parks, then that may not be the best use of your vacation time. Read THIS Before You Bring a Car to Disney World Flying If you decide to fly, we have some tips to help you snag the cheapest flight possible for your family: Plan Ahead: Star looking into those flight costs as early as possible. Last Minute Deals: If you couldn’t book your flights months in advance, look for last-minute deals, though this may mean your family doesn’t get to sit together on the plane. Stay Vigilant: Once you book your flights, keep an eye on airfare. If it goes down, you can usually call the airline or rebook online to apply for that new deal. Use Your Toolbox: Find an online airline search tool that will do that hard work for you. There are many out there that can help you track flight prices and notify you when prices are low, or give you predictions on when flight costs could go down. Review the Point System: If you’re a frequent flyer or have a major credit card, check to see if you have any points you can redeem for free flights. Every little bit helps! Minimize Your Baggage: Those fees can add up! For example, some airlines allow each passenger to bring one free personal item and one free carry-on bag, so if you can fit everything in the carry-on and personal item, you won’t have to pay extra for luggage! Southwest Airlines We’re constantly looking at how much it will cost you to fly to Disney World each month, so be sure to check back with us for our latest posts with that info! Click here to see the average cost to fly to Disney World in September of 2022. If you fly to Orlando, you’ll have to think about how you’ll get from the airport to your hotel and travel from your hotel to the parks. Getting to the hotel In terms of getting to the hotel, Disney is no longer offering its free bus transportation to and from the airport (Disney’s Magical Express), so you’ll have to pay for transportation to your resort. You’ve got a number of options here. Mears Connect at Orlando International Airport The cheapest option for you might be a rideshare service like Uber or Lyft. UberXL (which generally fits around 5 people) can have an average cost of about $50 from Orlando International Airport to Disney’s Contemporary Resort, but keep in mind that prices can vary depending on the day and time. And if you’re traveling with a large party or members that would need car seats or who have lots of luggage, that can all factor into your decision-making. Uber Other options to get you from the airport to your hotel include rental cars (which can be EXPENSIVE), private car services (which again can be pricey), using a regular taxi, and more. Two options lots of people might be looking into are Mears Connect and The Sunshine Flyer. These are, in essence, meant to serve as replacement services for Disney’s Magical Express. Mears Connect has standard and express options. The service costs $32 for adults round trip and $27 for kids round trip. The express option is $250 for up to 4 passengers and $55 for each additional passenger. There’s no Mears Connect at Orlando Sanford Airport The Sunshine Flyer is $34 for adults round trip and $25 for kids round trip. Each service has its own pros and cons, and their prices are pretty comparable. Still, a rideshare might be your cheapest option depending on how many people you’re traveling with. But beware of those fluctuating prices, and keep in mind that lots of folks are flying into Orlando, so you might end up waiting a hot minute for your ride. Ultimately, you’ll want to weigh the pros and cons of each option, price out the options, and decide what’s most important to you. Click here to see a comparison between the 2 Magical Express replacement services! Getting to the parks In terms of getting from your hotel to the parks, if you’re staying at a Disney-owned and operated hotel and you don’t mind relying on Disney’s free transportation, you won’t have to worry about any transportation costs. Rental Car parking lots filled up when things shut down. If you’ll be staying at another hotel in Orlando, be sure to see if they offer free buses or transportation services to Disney World (a few do!). If you’ll be staying elsewhere off-property, a rideshare service might work out, or a rental car might be a better option depending on how much driving you’ll be doing and how many folks are in your travel party! But that’s a whole other price to plan for, the rental cost, the cost to park at your hotel (if there are parking fees), road tolls (yep, Orlando has toll roads!), and parking fees at the Disney Parks. Click here to read all about Disney World Resort Transportation If you live within a day’s drive to Disney World, driving is often the cheapest option. Driving gets you to Disney World within one day’s driving time (no overnight hotel), and gets right to your resort and the parks with minimal fees. If you live further than 10 hours away, then you’ll have to start doing the math on the cheapest flights and settle the debate on airport shuttle versus rental car. Accommodations If you’re planning on staying in a hotel during your vacation, you can stay on Disney World property or off property. In many cases, off-property hotels can be less expensive than Disney hotels, but you may need to rent a car or use a rideshare service to get to the parks if you decide to stay outside the “Disney bubble,” unless that hotel has some kind of transportation service to Disney World. Vacation homes or AirBnBs can also be a good option for larger families or families looking to spend time in Orlando that isn’t at Disney World (gasp — there’s stuff to do in Orlando beyond Disney!?!). ©Airbnb | Jeffrey | Haunted Mansion Inspired Ghostly Retreat Sure, you’ll likely need your own car (or a rental) to get around, but when these homes come with kitchens and laundry, you can still save quite a bit of money by making some of your own meals and limiting your luggage by doing some laundry during your vacation. Gotta break out that cost-analysis spreadsheet again to see where the breakeven point is on this for your family! Good Neighbor hotels can be a great compromise because they offer some official Disney perks for less money! Good Neighbor hotels are those that border on — or are sometimes technically located on — Disney property, but are not managed by Disney. They have partnered with Disney in a way that allows their guests some of the same perks that Disney resort guests get. © DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Orlando – Disney Springs Area There are a few great options in the Disney Springs area, and some are within walking distance to Disney Springs. Click here to see how Disney World hotel prices compare to off property resorts. If you have Marriott Reward Points, you can use them to save some money at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotel. These resorts offer a posh experience for much less than a Disney Deluxe Resort, and they’re within walking distance of TWO Disney parks and the Skyliner! Disney’s Swan and Dolphin Resorts If you’re looking to stay on Disney World property, the Value resorts in Disney World, especially Disney’s All-Star Resorts, are usually the cheapest option for families looking to stay on Disney property. Also, don’t forget that from time to time, Disney offers hotel deals for Annual Passholders, Florida Residents, and general guests that could help you save even MORE on your hotel stay. You could also look into renting Disney Vacation Club points to help you stay in some of Disney’s nicer hotel rooms for LESS. Click here to check out current Disney discounts and deals Park Tickets Disney World park tickets can vary in price depending on when you choose to visit Disney World. Each date has a specific ticket price associated with it. So if you’re determined to visit during the cheapest times of the year, you can literally look at the ticket prices and see what days are the least expensive. Disney frequently runs special deals on vacation packages and sometimes offers special ticket-specific deals, so make sure to check out the current promotions before you buy your tickets. Look at all those people! Once you’ve decided what days to visit, you’ve got to pick what ticket is best for you. If you’re trying to spend as little as possible, we recommend skipping the Park Hopper ticket option and going for the standard 1 park per day tickets. The Park Hopper option can be a great added convenience, but it will cost you more, so from a pure numbers perspective, it’s best to skip on it to save! Let’s fly the Millennium Falcon! But you will also want to consider how many days you’ll be visiting and how many days you actually need park tickets for. If you’re arriving late in the evening and leaving early the next morning, then no need to buy park tickets for those days. And if you’re planning to stay in the resort for a pool day or hit up Disney Springs, that could be another day’s worth of park tickets you could save on! Click here to see our guide to choosing the right Disney World tickets for you! Dining Now, let’s talk FOOD! When you’re going for the cheapest possible vacation, you probably won’t want to book a million Table Service meals. You can opt to skip Table Service meals entirely, or you can be strategic about them. For example, if you pick a breakfast buffet (typically cheaper than lunch or dinner prices), you could fill up and skip lunch (saving money from that meal) and just snack your way to dinner. You could also have a light breakfast (or bring your own food for this meal or other meals — more on that in a second), and save that money for a fun lunch or dinner Table Service meal. Fill up on those Mickey Waffles! If you do stick to mostly Counter Service restaurants, don’t fear! Luckily, you can eat a lot more than just burgers and fries at Disney’s Counter Service restaurants these days! While the Counter Service restaurants themselves have a variety of options, you can do more to save a bit more cash, like split larger items, or opt for big snacks that can serve as a meal. Click here to see our list of cheap but filling snacks for when you’re ballin’ on a budget! You can even bring your own snacks and meals into the parks to save a little extra money. There are some rules about what you can and can’t bring, but many things are allowed in the parks. If you’re determined to save every penny you can, this could be a good option for at least some meals! If you’re flying to Disney World, or don’t have space for snacks in your luggage/car, you can use a grocery delivery service or stop by a local supermarket before reaching the hotel. You’ll have to pay those delivery fees for any of the food delivery services, but that will most likely still be cheaper than buying all of those Disney snacks in the parks! Stock Up on Snacks Whatever you do, we’d recommend that you not waste your money on those often overpriced pre-packaged goldfish-type snacks in the parks that you can get for WAY cheaper at the grocery store! If you are going to spend money on food in the parks, try to focus on items that are more unique and ones that you can’t find anywhere else! Our BEST tip for sticking with your budget at Disney World will forever be to plan ahead – especially for dining! When you buy our DFB Guide to Dining at Walt Disney World, you’ll get immediate access to our downloadable worksheets for planning your trip, as well as sample one-day dining itineraries! And as a DFB reader, you’re entitled to a discount! Use code WDW2022 for 25% off your purchase. Click here to find out the BEST value Quick Service Restaurants Other Costs We’ve discussed some of the main costs of your trip — transportation to/from Disney World, transportation to/from the parks, hotel, tickets, and food. But there are other costs to consider. For example, you’ll likely be tempted to buy a merchandise item or two during your trip So hard to resist that face! If you’re going for the CHEAPEST trip, then staying away from Disney merchandise in the parks is probably your best bet. AVERT YOUR EYES! If you still want to buy some items but not go over budget, consider cheap souvenirs like pressed pennies and coins! If you’ll be traveling with little ones who you know will want a toy or souvenir, consider buying cheaper items online or from your local dollar store, Walmart, etc., and packing those in your bag as a surprise. Then the kiddos can open a surprise gift each day, but you’ll still save some cash. WIN, WIN! Will your kiddo know the difference between a Walmart doll and the $300 designer doll? Also, just remember that prices are subject to change. We’ve seen hundreds of food prices increase recently, for example, and those can change again ahead of your trip. If you’re sticking to a tight budget, be sure to keep that in mind as you plan your trip and maybe leave in some “emergency” funds to use in case prices go up or something unexpected happens. And another cost that often gets forgotten when it comes to budget planning is TIPPING. If you’re staying in a hotel, you’ll need to plan to tip housekeeping. If you’re taking an airport shuttle, you’ll wanna tip your driver per person or per bag! If you’re taking an Uber/Lyft, you’ll be expected to tip your driver. If you’re eating at a Table Service restaurant (even if it’s a buffet), you’ll need to plan to tip your server. Enchanted Rose Cast Member Those extra couple of bucks here and there each day can add up over the course of the week. So plan for it, budget for it, and don’t let it take you off guard! The One Place Where Disney Merchandise is Always Discounted Use a FREE Travel Agent Did you know you don’t have to plan your trip on your own? That’s right! You don’t need to deal with all of the stress by yourself. You can use a Travel Agent to help you plan and many travel agents will help you book the trip of your dreams for FREE — that means it doesn’t cost you any more than it would if you booked it on your own! Pop Century Resort Our friends at Small World Vacations have TONS of experience planning Disney trips. They can help you find the best discounts and apply them to your trip, and their services are totally FREE. Be sure to let them know that DFB says “hello!” We hope these tips help you save some money on your next trip to Disney World! Make sure to stay tuned to DFB for more helpful tricks and planning information for your next Disney trip. Click Here to See 3 Tips to Budget for a Disney World Trip! Our favorite people over at Small World Vacations are ready to help you save time, headaches, and best of all, money, when you book your Disney trip or cruise. Their agents compare current offers to find the best deal for you -- they've literally saved their guests millions of dollars since 1996. Plus, their services are 100% FREE FOR YOU! (They're DFB's recommended travel agency, and you can see why here!) So book that trip now, then sit back and enjoy planning your Disney World Trip with a DFB-approved expert! Click here for a no obligation price quote today, and let them know DFB sent you http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/customemailexample.jpg Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Do you have any Disney vacation money-saving tricks? Let us know in the comments! The post How to Do Disney World on a Budget in 2022 and 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. If you’re visiting Disney World soon, you likely have plans to visit Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and Disney’s Animal Kingdom. But don’t forget about Disney Springs! Disney Springs Disney Springs is a shopping and dining center with lots to do. It has dozens of restaurants (including some of our favorites in all of Disney World) as well as huge gift shops and even a few attractions. We visit frequently to check out any changes here, so come along with us to see what’s NEW at Disney Springs! Disney Springs Food Updates The Polite Pig The Polite Pig has announced another new side dish! The new dish is an Heirloom Apple Salad with chicory, red watercress, spiced pecans, golden raisins, currant, and spiced cider syrup. ©The Polite Pig We’re not sure how long this dish will be around, so keep an eye on the menu to make sure it’s there if you are planning to head that way soon! City Works Eatery & Pour House City Works Eatery & Pour House has announced that they’ll be rolling out new menu additions starting on November 15th. The restaurant is known for its “sports viewing experience” and having more than 90 beers on tap, but soon there will be multiple new food items to check out during your visit. City Works in Disney Springs What’s coming soon? Here’s what City Works has announced: Ahi Tuna BLT — Made with Togarashi-spiced seared rare tuna, hardwood smoked bacon, arugula, vine-ripened tomato, sriracha garlic aioli, and served on challah bread. Creole Chicken — Beer battered shrimp, Asian slaw, chili aioli, sriracha, sesame seeds, and micro cilantro, served with a white corn tortilla. Grilled Cheese — Grilled, marinated French cut chicken breast, steamed white rice, andouille sausage, corn succotash, creole butter, chili oil, and scallions. ©City Works And as an added bonus, the refreshed menu will have a Smoked section, where you can choose from a selection of smoked meats that are paired with various side dishes. We’re excited to see what’s offered starting mid-November! Wine Bar George Wine Bar George in Disney Springs is one of our consistently best-reviewed restaurants, and we highly recommend visiting if you get the chance during your vacation. For those who plan on stopping by for brunch, we’ve got news — there are two new menu items! Wine Bar George Now available during Wine Country Brunch, you can order the French Toast, served with caramel apples, whipped marshmallow, and honey. If you’re looking to eat something savory, try the Shakshuka with a coddled egg and grilled ciabatta instead. We’ve eaten at EVERY Disney Springs restaurant. These are the BEST. Disney Springs Construction Updates The fountain located in front of the Lime parking garage has been under construction after part of it broke off recently. Fountain under construction On a recent trip, we saw that it was covered with some material as Disney Cast Members repaired the fountain. Click here to see which unique experience is returning to Disney Springs. Disney Springs Merchandise Updates The new bejeweled 50th anniversary Minnie ears that we saw at Disney’s Animal Kingdom are also available at the World of Disney gift shop in Disney Springs! 50th ears These ears cost $34.99 in Disney World, but you can also buy them online at shopDisney. However, they’re a little more expensive online — shopDisney has them for $39.99. Click here to buy the bejeweled 50th anniversary Minnie ears. This is a lot of news to take in, right? We’ve got a little fun break for you now – check out all the new, fun Disney-themed graphic tees and more in our merch store by clicking here! DFB shirt Keep following DFB for more updates on all the latest Disney news! Click here to see 9 of the BEST snacks for under $10 in Disney Springs. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What’s your favorite thing to do in Disney Springs? Let us know in the comments. The post What's New at Disney Springs: 6 Menu Items to Try on Your Next Trip! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Somehow October is already coming to an end! Disney World Now it’s time to look back on one of our favorite months and all the new and returning foods we were able to try — including the eats that weren’t exactly winners. Find out the seven BEST and the six WORST foods we ate in Disney World this October! The 7 Best Berbere Chickpea Flatbread — Pinocchio Village Haus We’re starting out in Magic Kingdom with the Berbere Chickpea Flatbread from Pinocchio Village Haus, which comes topped with spiced hummus, tomato, and red onion drizzled with coriander-chutney dressing for $12.29. Berbere Chickpea Flatbread We loved the combo of the hummus with the fresh red onion, and the coriander-chutney dressing was perfectly herby and fresh. This flatbread could be a meal for one or a snack that can be easily split! Click here for our review of the Berbere Chickpea Flatbread! Cuatro Leches — Frontera Cocina Let’s visit Disney Springs next to revisit the Cuatro Leches from Frontera Cocina, made of cake infused with 4 types of milk (coconut milk, condensed milk, evaporated milk, and whole milk) and topped with whipped cream, toasted coconuts, berries, and lime zest for $10. Cuatro Leches This dessert is LEGIT. It was moist and flavorful and the tastes of blackberries, lime, and coconut paired beautifully together. It was also sweet but not TOO sweet, so this might be a good dessert option for you! Here’s our review of the Cuatro Leches! Pumpkin Spice Forever — The Edison Also in Disney Springs, the Pumpkin Spice Forever from The Edison has a HIGH price tag ($30!!) but we were convinced of its worth by the time we took our first sip. This is a “High Roller Cocktail,” made with top-shelf ingredients, including Stoli Elit vodka, Borgatti espresso liqueur, Ferretti biscotti liqueur, pumpkin spiced puree, black walnut bitters, and fee foam. Pumpkin Spice Forever Welcome to autumn in cocktail form, y’all. The fall vibes were HERE, and we loved how the spices and pumpkin flavor worked together. If you love pumpkin spice, you might want to start saving that $30. Check out our review for Pumpkin Spice Forever here! Haunted Forest Apple Mousse — Roaring Fork This festive Haunted Forest Apple Mousse from Roaring Fork at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge topped the list as one of the best and most photogenic treats of October! It was a green cake with cookies n’ cream mousse and not-so-poisoned sour apple mousse with dark chocolate tree branches for $6.29. Haunted Forest Apple Mousse And while it was messy, it was absolutely DELICIOUS. We’re talking rich, smooth, and creamy cookies n’ cream mousse, and the apple mousse tasted like apple pie! It was only available through October 31st but we hope it comes back next year. Read our review of the Haunted Forest Apple Mousse here! Sassy Sassagoula Sliders — Scat Cat’s Club Now let’s visit Disney’s Port Orleans — French Quarter Resort to talk about the Sassy Sassagoula Sliders from Scat Cat’s Club. These sliders come with three plant-based sliders that feature three different flavor profiles, including spicy, sweet, and savory. You get all three for $12. Sassy Sassagoula Sliders The spicy slider is made with fried green tomatoes with giardiniera and pepper jelly, and it was really spicy — in a good way! The savory slider was made with a “fish” cake with spicy rémoulade and arugula, and it had an amazing garlicky salty flavor that was our favorite of the three sliders. And the sweet slider was a barbecue jackfruit sandwich with fried pickles and slaw with a sweet barbecue sauce, and we really liked the texture of the fried pickles! Click here for our full review of the Sassy Sassagoula Sliders! Cold Brew Martini — Belle Vue Lounge The Belle Vue Lounge in Disney’s Riviera Resort had a bit of a makeover and some menu changes, and we stopped by to try the Cold Brew Martini for $15.50. It’s made with SelvaRey Chocolate Run, Tia Maria Liqueur, and Joffrey’s Cold Brew. Cold Brew Martini Although it was a teensy bit too sweet for a martini, we absolutely loved the chocolate and coffee flavors, and it was extra rich and velvety. It might be a good option for anyone looking for a sweet drink after your meal! Our review for the Cold Brew Martini can be found here! Smoked Trout and Crab Dip — The Enchanted Rose And finally, the Smoked Trout and Crab Dip from The Enchanted Rose at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort was a HUGE winner! This dish was new to the menu, made with salmon roe, chive oil, and sesame seed lavosh for $16. Smoked Trout and Crab Dip If you’re a seafood lover, this is definitely something for you to try! We found the dip smooth and flavorful, with a nice smoky flavor, and the sesame seed lavosh was the perfect vessel for the dip. Learn more about the Smoked Trout and Crab Dip here! The 6 Worst Twinkle Twinkle Little Bat — Cheshire Cafe We’ve now arrived at the worst things we tried in October, although keep in mind that most of these items weren’t necessarily bad, and just because we didn’t like them doesn’t mean others can’t enjoy them! We’re starting in Magic Kingdom with the Twinkle Twinkle Little Bat from Cheshire Cafe, a frozen grape drink topped with whipped cream and a chocolate umbrella for $5.99. Twinkle Twinkle Little Bat We didn’t get a strong grape flavor from this drink and it was very, VERY sweet. If anything, the grape flavor reminded us of medicine, and it was just way too sweet. Kiddos might enjoy this but steer clear if you’re not a fan of sweets. Click here for our review of the Twinkle Twinkle Little Bat! Pluto Dome Cake — Gaston’s Tavern We were so excited to see a Pluto-themed treat in Magic Kingdom but it didn’t turn out exactly like we thought it would. The Pluto Dome Cake from Gaston’s Tavern was made with gluten-friendly peanut butter mousse with a chocolate ganache center on top of a chocolate flourless cake for $8.29. Pluto Dome Cake Chocolate lovers might really love this, but what disappointed us was that we didn’t taste ANY peanut butter. It was also incredibly sweet, and the gelatin dome had a gummy texture. Still, fans of chocolate and sweets (and Pluto) might enjoy this! Here’s our review for the Pluto Dome Cake! Hummus — The Enchanted Rose Hummus from The Enchanted Rose Lounge in Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort was a newer menu item that we REALLY wanted to like…but it wasn’t it. This hummus came with tapenade, smoked paprika, and grilled pita bread for $12. Hummus Honestly, this hummus was, well, boring! There weren’t a lot of flavors and if you’re not a fan of olives, you probably won’t enjoy this. Still, we liked the pita! Here’s our full review of the Hummus! Asian Style Noodle Salad — Roaring Fork We stopped by Disney’s Wilderness Lodge to try the new Asian Style Noodle Salad from the Roaring Fork, made with tofu, crispy rice noodles, and fried wonton strips for $12.99. Asian-Style Noodle Salad Sadly, we found the tofu slimy on the inside, and we would have liked more lettuce to balance everything out. It was also difficult to eat with the big noodles and the small lettuce. It might have just been our experience that day, but you might want to keep these notes in mind. Read more about the Asian Style Noodle Salad here! Bear Mousse Cake — Roaring Fork Also at the Roaring Fork, the Bear Mousse Cake was absolutely adorable, but it didn’t quite deliver. It’s made of raspberry mousse, almond cake, and dark chocolate ganache for $7.99. Bear Mousse Cake The raspberry mousse was very tart and although it worked well with the sweetness of the almond cake, the chocolate flavor just didn’t work. You really need to like tart fruit mixed with chocolate to enjoy this treat. Check out our review of the Bear Mousse Cake here! Chocolate Chip Pancakes — Cape May Cafe We visited Cape May Cafe at Disney’s Beach Club for the reopened character breakfast and among all the tasty buffet items, we were a bit disappointed by the Chocolate Chip Pancakes. Chocolate Chip Pancakes Sadly, these pancakes were HEAVY on the flour and really thick, although we did get a good amount of chocolate chips. Still, you might want to skip these at the buffet in favor of the more classic Mickey waffles. And our review of the Chocolate Chip Pancakes is right here! Bonus Mention! Don Bugito’s Creepy Crawly Critters — Salt & Straw And we have a b0nus mention! Salt & Straw is known for their unique flavors and they released some TRULY interesting ones for the spooky season, although they were technically released at the end of September. Don Bugito’s Creepy Crawly Critters was made with matcha ice cream with coconut candied meal worms and chocolate-covered crickets. Yes, REAL BUGS. BUGS in our ice cream We actually really enjoyed this ice cream! The matcha ice cream tasted like a creamy vanilla matcha latte and the bugs reminded us of a KitKat, but be warned — don’t look at them for too long or you might rethink your life. Click here to learn more about Don Bugito’s Creepy Crawly Critters! And if you’re interested in more Disney FOOD info, check out our DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining in an ebook format. You can easily download it to your tablet or smartphone! Ready to get started? Use code WDW2022 to save 25% on the cover price! Keep following DFB for more Disney World food reviews and updates! Check out the hundreds of price increases that affected Disney World restaurants in October! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 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 have you eaten in Disney World recently? Tell us in the comments! The post The BEST and WORST Things We Ate in Disney World in October first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Are you visiting Disney World in November? There’s a lot to do in the parks this month, with the start of Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party and the EPCOT Festival of the Holidays. We’re also looking forward to new eats and treats, holiday decorations, and some festive ride overlays. Holiday decorations are up! As you’re getting ready for your trip, you’ll want to make sure you’ve got all the essentials packed, you’ve decided on your must-try snacks, and you know which rides you want to prioritize. To help you out with that last one, we have a list of all the rides, attractions, and other things that will be temporarily CLOSED in November. Take a look so that you’re not met with any unpleasant surprises in the parks. Before we dive into the closures, are you all packed for your trip? You can download our FREE list of 15 Disney World essentials that you’re sure to forget to make sure you’ve got everything you need. Just enter your email, and the list will be sent straight to your inbox. Now that you’re all set with the packing list, let’s find out what’s going to be closed in Disney World this November. Magic Kingdom Walt Disney World Railroad The Walt Disney World Railroad has been closed for years now, but it looks like it might finally be close to reopening! Although Disney hasn’t announced an official reopening timeline yet, they did release a video showing the engineers testing out the trains in preparation for the attraction’s return. Fantasyland station Construction on the upcoming TRON: Lightcycle Run coaster in Tomorrowland has interrupted the railroad’s tracks, but we’ve recently seen crews working on those tracks. We’ll be watching closely for a reopening date for this attraction! Tomorrowland Light & Power Co. Another Tomorrowland attraction that’s currently being worked on is the Light & Power Co. gift shop, which is located at the exit of the Space Mountain coaster. While this gift shop is closed, guests are being directed to exit Space Mountain a different way. Tomorrowland Light & Power construction Disney hasn’t announced a reopening date for Tomorrowland Light & Power Co., but it disappears from Disney World’s refurbishments calendar on November 6th, so it’s possible that the shop will reopen then. However, the calendar might be updated before that date. Enchanted Tales with Belle Enchanted Tales with Belle is a character attraction where visitors can meet Belle and help her tell the story of Beauty and the Beast. The attraction is still closed for now, and Disney hasn’t announced a reopening date. Enchanted Tales with Belle However, you can sometimes find Belle greeting guests just outside the attraction! Look for signs in Fantasyland announcing that Belle is in the area. Meet Ariel at Her Grotto Another Disney princess is also missing from her meet-and-greet location. Ariel has been absent from her Grotto in Fantasyland for quite a while now. Ariel’s Grotto Disney hasn’t announced when Ariel’s Grotto will reopen, but you can still take a ride on the Under the Sea — Journey of the Little Mermaid omnimover ride that’s located close by. Pete’s Silly Sideshow One more character meet-and-greet spot is closed in Magic Kingdom: Pete’s Silly Sideshow in Storybook Circus. This is where you could meet Daisy, Minnie, Goofy, and Donald, all dressed in their circus performer costumes. Pete’s Silly Sideshow Disney previously reported that this meet-and-greet would reopen sometime “in the coming months,” and that announcement was given a few months ago. So we’re expecting this spot to reopen any day now. See how Magic Kingdom parade times are CHANGING in November. Disney’s Hollywood Studios Voyage of the Little Mermaid Voyage of the Little Mermaid is a stage show in Hollywood Studios that tells the story of Ariel and her friends. Voyage of the Little Mermaid This spot has been closed for a long time, and Disney hasn’t given any updates about when or if it will reopen. Fantasmic! We won’t have to wait long for Fantasmic! to return to Hollywood Studios! This fan-favorite show will reopen on November 3rd, bringing with it a few new characters, stunts, and effects. Fantasmic! Fantasmic! dining packages will return on November 30th, and reservations for those packages are available now. Learn what will be DIFFERENT at Fantasmic! when it returns. EPCOT Canada Far & Wide in CircleVision 360 Canada Far & Wide is a film that shows the natural beauty of Canada, and it plays in the CircleVision 360 theater. That theater is currently hosting the Appleseed Orchard Food & Wine Festival booth, so the film isn’t running. We’re expecting the film to return once the Food & Wine Festival ends on November 19th. Appleseed Orchard in the Canada pavilion If you’re hoping to visit an EPCOT festival during your trip, never fear! The EPCOT Festival of the Holidays begins just a few days after the Food & Wine Festival ends, on November 25th. American Adventure Show Once you hit the halfway point around World Showcase, you’ll find yourself in the American Adventure pavilion. The show in this pavilion — called The American Adventure — is currently closed. American Adventure showing no showtimes Disney hasn’t given any update about when it might reopen, but it’s currently scheduled to be closed for all of November, according to Disney’s calendar. Cool Wash Cool Wash is a little kiosk near Test Track that has had many different roles in EPCOT. It’s been a snack stand, a space for tables and chairs, and, most recently, a mystery blocked off by many plants and shrubs. Something’s different We recently saw that the sign for this kiosk has been updated, and it now says Refreshment Station. That could mean that it will reopen soon as a new snack stand, but Disney hasn’t announced when or if that will happen. Check out the first holiday decorations in EPCOT! Disney World Hotels Narcoossee’s — Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort Over at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort, the upscale seafood restaurant Narcoossee’s is currently closed. Narcoossee’s This spot will reopen sometime in 2023 with “an enhanced table service experience.” In the meantime, you can check out other Grand Floridian restaurants, like Citricos, the Grand Floridian Café, and Victoria & Albert’s. Pools at Saratoga Springs Resort A couple of pools will be closed in November at Saratoga Springs Resort. The Congress Park Pool and the Treehouse Villa pools will be closed for all of November, through mid-December 2022. Saratoga Springs pool In the meantime, you can still visit the other pools at this hotel: the High Rock Spring Pool, the Grandstand Pool, and the Paddock Pool. Disney has announced that there will be shuttle transportation provided between the Treehouse Villas and the High Rock Springs Pool from 10AM to 5PM each day. Learn about the hotel points system tricks you’re not using…but should be. Disney World Water Parks Blizzard Beach The Blizzard Beach Water Park has been closed since January of this year, but it’ll finally reopen on November 13th! Blizzard Beach When it reopens, guests can check out a new Frozen-themed kids’ area as well as some new snacks and drinks. Disney announced that holiday offerings (like meeting Santa in his tropical gear) will be returning this year as well. Typhoon Lagoon On the same day that Blizzard Beach reopens, Disney World’s other water park — Typhoon Lagoon — will close for refurbishments. Typhoon Lagoon Water Park This closure begins on November 13th, but Disney hasn’t announced yet when Typhoon Lagoon will reopen. Check out the new Frozen-themed area of Blizzard Beach here. 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A top bucket list item for many Disney fans is a trip to Tokyo Disneyland. Tokyo Disneyland has its own version of many iconic Disney rides (including Splash Mountain, Pirates of the Caribbean, and Haunted Mansion) as well as some attractions unique to this park. Beauty and the Beast Attraction at Tokyo Disneyland ©Tokyo Disneyland Another reason to head to this Disney park is for the FOOD! We’re taking you with us to a restaurant located at the Tokyo Disneyland Hotel — come along to check out the Sherwood Garden Restaurant and find out if this spot will make the cut for your dream Tokyo Disneyland trip. To find the Sherwood Garden Restaurant, you’ll head to the Tokyo Disneyland Hotel, which is the closest hotel to the entrance of Tokyo Disneyland. This hotel has a Victorian-style atmosphere with a grand entrance and luxurious features throughout. Tokyo Disneyland Hotel The rooms inside are themed to Disney movies, like Alice in Wonderland. ©Disney The Sherwood Garden Restaurant serves food in a buffet style, with different menus for different times of the year. Currently, they’re serving a Disney Halloween buffet for lunch and dinner (breakfast stays the same year-round), but soon that will change to the Disney Christmas lunch and dinner buffet (from November 1st through December 25th). Later on, it’ll be the Year End & New Year lunch and dinner buffet (from December 26th through January 9th, 2023). Entrance Here’s a look at the pricing for this spot: Lunch Buffet Adults (13 years and older): weekdays — $32 / Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays — $35.50 Children ages 7 to 12 years old: weekdays — $23 / Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays — $32 Children ages 4 to 6 years old: weekdays — $16.40 / Saturdays and Sundays Holiday — $16.40 Dinner Buffet Adults (13 years and older): weekdays — $41 / Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays — $44.40 Children ages 7 to 12 years old: weekdays — $27/ Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays — $27 Children ages 4 to 6 years old: weekdays — $20 / Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays — $20 Pricing To book your reservations, head to the Tokyo Disneyland page and choose the date and time for your reservation. Here’s a quick look at when you can book Priority Seating dining reservations at Tokyo Disneyland: If you booked a Disney Hotel through the Tokyo Disney Resort Online Reservations & Tickets website: Until 60 minutes before your day of visit (or until 8:59 p.m. the day before if booked with Online Reservation Privileges). If you booked through a travel agent or if you’re not staying at a Disney hotel: Up to three months in advance on the same day of your visit. (From 10:00 a.m. three months before the day of your visit until 60 minutes before your visit; Chef Mickey reservations are accepted from 10:00 a.m. one month before your day of visit.) If you booked through DVC: Available once booking has been confirmed. Now that you’ve got a handle on the logistics, let’s head into the restaurant! Atmosphere The restaurant is named after the Victorian-style garden that you can see from the restaurant’s windows. Inside, you’ll find a color scheme of green and gold, with ornate bird cages decorating one part of the dining room. Inside the restaurant There are options for both tables with chairs and booths, with some booths having luxurious, high-backed benches. Seating Here’s a closer look at one of the booths. Our booth The buffet was located through a large entrance, just off the main dining room. Once you are seated, you can head to the buffet to start your meal! Dining room There is the main buffet as well as a kids’ buffet, which is set at a lower height so that kids can access the food. During lunch and dinner, the kids’ buffet table has Mickey Mouse plates! Menu The menu at this buffet is a mix of familiar eats and more unique options. For the Halloween buffet, many of the items have spooky touches, like little ghost decals or spider web designs. Buffet There are both cold and hot dishes available, like the chilled sweet potato soup and the grilled salmon. Buffet line Other options on the buffet line include a tuna and cottage cheese salad, duck breast and lentil terrine (dinner only), lamb cacciatore style (lunch only), salmon grilled in black bread crumbs Duxelles sauce, pear and dry-cured ham pizza, pumpkin bread, pear and chestnut danishes, caramel pudding, and Gateau Marjolaine. Eats To start, we ordered the Halloween drink, which you can purchase at an extra cost. It came with a little pipette to insert more flavoring into the drink! Each of the seasonal buffets has its own special drink. Halloween Special Drink Now on to the food! There were a few starter options on the buffet, like this tuna and cottage cheese salad… Tuna and Cottage Cheese Salad …sliced vegetables in a dipping sauce… Veggies …and little cups of fruit. Fruit You could also get white bread rolls, which may look unassuming at first, but these were actually one of our favorite parts of the whole buffet. Why? Just wait until you see them individually plated. White Bread Rolls They looked like Donald Duck diving through an inner tube! How cute is that? So cute! For the entrées, there was chicken and pumpkin cream pasta… Chicken and Pumpkin Cream Pasta …fried chicken (one of the more plain options available, but good for kids or picky eaters!)… Fried Chicken …and a meat and rice gratin… Meat and Rice Gratin There was also a carving station where you could order meat to be carved at the buffet table. Carving station More entrées include this mushroom pasta… Mushroom Pasta …mushroom rice… Mushroom Rice …and pepper steak pasta. Pepper Steak Pasta The Salmon Escabeche was individually plated in these cute containers, with garnishes on top. Salmon Escabeche We also saw soy-simmered chicken and radishes… Soy-Simmered Chicken and Radish …and a steamed chicken dish with green onion sauce. Steamed Chicken There were a few soups in the buffet, including turnip and bacon cream soup… Turnip and Bacon Cream Soup …fish ball soup… Fish Ball Soup …and the chilled purple sweet potato soup, which had Halloween decorations swirled on top! Chilled Purple Sweet Potato Soup Rounding out the savory options, there were various steamed vegetables for the side dishes. Steamed Vegetables Now on to dessert! There was a strawberry cake that said “Tokyo Disney Resort” on the top… Tokyo Disney Resort cake …pumpkin bread… Pumpkin Bread …and a muscat jellied dessert. Muscat Jellied Dessert Some of the Halloween treats were highly decorated, like this Halloween bundt cake. Halloween Bundt Cake We loved the little Mickey and Minnie decorations on this Halloween dessert! Halloween Dessert The baked cheesecake had a spooky castle on it with the words “Disney Halloween 2022” on top. Halloween Cake We also spotted pumpkin cream puffs… Pumpkin Cream Puff …a ghost-topped caramel pudding… Caramel Pudding …pear mousse… Pear Mousse …custard pudding, and orange mousse. Custard Pudding and Orange Mousse Each time you visited the buffet, there was a station where you could put on plastic gloves. We thought the little glove-dispensing machine was pretty cool! There were also instructions to wear a face mask and disinfect your hands before going down the buffet line. Glove machine Overall, the food at this restaurant was very high quality for a buffet. There was a good variety, from comfortable favorites like fried chicken and creamy pumpkin soup to more adventurous options like fish ball soup and muscat jelly. All the eats If you’re visiting Tokyo Disneyland soon, be sure to check out this spot! And stay tuned to DFB for more reviews of all the food at every Disney park. Click here to see a french toast grilled cheese you CAN’T miss at Tokyo Disneyland. 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What was your favorite thing to eat there? Let us know in the comments! Heather Sievers is DisneyFoodBlog’s Dining in Disneyland columnist! Check out more of her adventures at @DininginDisney on Instagram! The post See Why the STAR of This Disney Buffet Is a Plain White Bread Roll first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Do you love dining in Disney Springs?! Disney Springs With so many restaurants to choose from, it can be hard to decide where to go. That’s why we like to tell you when new dishes are announced at the Disney Springs restaurants. Now, The Polite Pig has announced another new side dish! The new dish is an Heirloom Apple Salad with chicory, red watercress, spiced pecans, golden raisins, currant, and spiced cider syrup. ©The Polite Pig We’re not sure how long this dish will be around, so keep an eye on the menu to make sure it’s there if you are planning to head that way soon! Looking for more new dishes in Disney Springs? Wine Bar George and City Works have announced new menu additions as well. Wondering how to spend your money in Disney Springs? We’ve got you covered! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you planning to try this side dish? Let us know in the comments below! The post The Polite Pig Has Announced a NEW Side Dish in Disney Springs first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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What comes to mind when you hear the word “spider?” For many of us, it’s typically not warm and cuddly thoughts. In fact, I’ll bet most of the spooky Halloween décor you’ve seen this year largely has centered around spiders, spider webs and other creatures that often send chills down our spines. As spooky as […]View the full article

Do you ever wonder how our reporters can go to Disney World every day and not get bored? An empty walkway in Animal Kingdom It’s because Disney is constantly changing things in the parks, with new eats and drinks, updated rides, and lots of new merchandise and souvenirs. We keep track of all of those changes so that you know what’s different when you go back! Come along with us to see what’s new over at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. This time around, we found a lot of new souvenirs in this park, so let’s go shopping! Animal Kingdom Merchandise Updates Discovery Trading Company At Discovery Trading Company, we saw that all of the single-use plastic bags have been removed from the registers. A Cast Member told us that only reusable bags were available here, and those bags recently got a price discount that should be park-wide. Now, reusable bags cost $1 for a small, $1.50 for a medium, and $3 for a large. Reusable bags We’ll be watching at the other Disney World parks to see if this change is happening at all the gift shops. We spotted a few new items, like an Aristocats-themed cat toy for $17.99… Aristocats toy …a Nightmare Before Christmas dog toy, featuring the ghostly Zero, for $24.99… Zero dog toy …and an Oogie Boogie Christmas tree ornament for $24.99. Oogie Boogie ornament There were some new apparel items, like a Mickey and friends sweatshirt for kids, which costs $32.99… Mickey and Friends sweatshirt …an Aristocats t-shirt for $36.99… ‘Aristocats’ tee …and an Aristocats sweatshirt for $49.99. ‘Aristocats’ Sweatshirt We also saw a new Loungefly backpack! This bag is themed to Zootopia, with decals of characters from the movie all over. It’s also FUZZY and larger than most Loungefly bags we see in the parks. A Fuzzy Loungefly Backpack You can get it for $85. Island Mercantile Over at Island Mercantile, we spotted the new 50th anniversary Minnie ears for $34.99. How fun! This shop also had a new 50th anniversary bucket hat that was covered in a vintage map of Disney World! 50th bucket hat You can get this hat for $34.99. Serka Zong Bazaar The Serka Zong Bazaar is the gift shop you’ll walk through after riding Expedition Everest. This spot had a new Walt Disney World logo sweatshirt for kids! WDW Logo Sweatshirt The sweatshirt was $32.99. Mombasa Marketplace Our last stop is Mombasa Marketplace. Here, you can find a lot of National Geographic merchandise. We found a new t-shirt that’s all about coral! Coral tee The shirt was $30. Click here to see new Disney merchandise online! Heading to Animal Kingdom soon? Hold up for a sec! Before you plan your next trip to Disney World, you’re going to need this discount code – WDW2022. Use it to save 25% when you buy our DFB Guide Everything Bundle here. You can become a Disney expert! You will get ALL of our best-selling eBooks with details on Disney World Dining, EPCOT Festivals, the BEST snacks in each park, and soooooo many tips and tricks we’ve learned over decades of visiting our happy place. Keep following DFB for more updates on all the latest Disney news. Click here to see what’s new at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What’s your favorite thing to do in Animal Kingdom? Let us know in the comments. The post What's New at Disney's Animal Kingdom: A FUZZY Loungefly Backpack and 50th Anniversary Ears first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s not unusual to see a ride or 2 shut down for a little while in Disney World. Whether the delay is due to weather, technical difficulties, or other reasons, we usually see the rides open back up shortly after closing. But today it seems like the Disney World rides are having a harder time staying open than usual! Tomorrowland We’re in the Disney World parks every day, and we pay attention to which rides are closed at any given time. Today, we’ve already seen THREE popular rides shut down, just in the last few hours. We first noticed that Frozen Ever After is closed in EPCOT. This popular ride takes visitors through the story of Frozen, and it’s not unusual to see wait times over an hour for the attraction. Frozen Ever After The ride shut down pretty early in the day and was still closed about an hour later. Cast Members outside were playing a Frozen-themed picture match game with guests. Anna and Kristoff Over in Magic Kingdom, the PeopleMover shut down as well. When we were there, we spotted Cast Members giving guests who had been in line for the ride a Lightning Lane pass to return later on today when the ride reopened. Note that this doesn’t always happen — if you’re in line when a ride shuts down, you can ask about Lightning Lane passes, but they’re not guaranteed. Space Mountain was closed for most of yesterday as well, and Cast Members aren’t sure if it’ll reopen today at any point. Space Mountain Those were all of the rides that we saw closed for now, and we’ll update this post when the rides reopen. We recommend keeping an eye on the My Disney Experience app throughout the day to avoid running into closed rides during your vacation. You can click on the map feature to see which rides are down and what wait times are like for the rides that are open. ©Disney If your favorite ride is closed, keep watching the app to find out when it reopens. Cast Members may have an idea about a reopening time, so ask around as well. As soon as the ride is open again, head straight there in order to get shorter wait times! We’ll keep watching for more updates from Disney World, so stay tuned to DFB for all the latest news. Find out which rides might close EARLY in Disney World and what you can do about it. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Have you ever run into a closed ride in Disney World? Let us know in the comments. The post Several Rides Are Having a ROUGH Time in Disney World Today first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Happy Halloween! It’s the spookiest day of the year! Halloween decorations in Magic Kingdom! We’ve been gearing up for this day since August when we saw the first Halloween decorations in Disney World and attended the first Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. Since then, we’ve been eating ALL the Halloween food. Now, Halloween is here, and we’re taking a look at what crowds look like in Disney World! Magic Kingdom We first arrived at the Transportation and Ticket Center and noticed that crowds weren’t too bad. Where is everyone? There wasn’t even a long line to get on the Monorail. Woohoo! At the entrance of Magic Kingdom, there were very low crowds. Whoa Seriously, we were expecting a lot more people to be trying to get into the park for Halloween, especially since it was sold out for a while. This is unexpected! Inside, Main Street, U.S.A. was a bit busier with more people hanging around. Some more people We definitely noticed a decent amount of folks in the park for the spooky holiday. Remember, Magic Kingdom closes early today for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. Still not too bad, though Over in Tomorrowland, the area in front of Space Mountain was practically empty because the ride was down. No one around but Cast Members! But, the PeopleMover had a waaaay bigger line. Everyone wants to get on the PeopleMover Over in Fantasyland, there were some people around, but it wasn’t as crowded as it can be. Fantasyland crowds This area between Peter Pan’s Flight and “it’s a small world” is usually where we see a big crowd, but it wasn’t that bad today. Not too bad We’re still shocked at how not crowded the parks are today! Low crowds In Frontierland, it looked like a bunch of people were around, but the wait times were still pretty low. Splash Mountain only had a 40 minute wait… Splash Mountain …and Big Thunder Mountain Railroad only had a 30 minute wait. These were the wait times around 2PM! Big Thunder Now, let’s check out EPCOT. EPCOT Over in EPCOT, we noticed the same thing — not a ton of people around! It’s chill It’s definitely not deserted, but for Halloween, these crowds seem pretty low. Japan Pavilion We’ll see how they develop as the day goes on! Japan Pavilion And, over in the France Pavilion, there were a moderate amount of people out and about as well. France Pavilion Walking from the World Showcase toward World Nature, there really weren’t many people around at all. Almost empty! And, closer to the Imagination Pavilion, there were some more people around, but not a lot. EPCOT crowds We’ll be updating this post throughout the day with more pictures and info on crowds, so stay tuned! So that’s what crowds are looking like on Halloween in Disney World! We expect the holiday season to bring even MORE crowds (and some days are already out of park pass reservations), so we’ll be keeping an eye on how busy the parks are so you’re prepared if you’re heading to Disney World soon. Please stay tuned to DFB for more! Hold up for a sec! Before you plan your next trip to Disney World, you’re going to need this discount code – WDW2022. Use it to save 25% when you buy our DFB Guide Everything Bundle here. You will get ALL of our best-selling eBooks with details on Disney World Dining, EPCOT Festivals, the BEST snacks in each park, and soooooo many tips and tricks we’ve learned over decades of visiting our happy place. Here’s The Family Halloween Costume That Blew Us Away in Disney World Halloween at Walt Disney World Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Has Returned to Magic Kingdom and We’ve Got the ONLY Guide You Need! See the Full List of PRICES and DATES for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Full List of Dates That Have SOLD OUT for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Get All of the Latest Updates on Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party See Our Photos and Reviews for ALL of the Fall and Halloween Treats in Disney World Start Your Halloween Shopping NOW With These Disney Items Online Check Out the Disney Halloween Ears That Dropped Online Get a Look at ALL of the Halloween Merchandise You Can Buy in Disney World Can You Resist These NEW Halloween Shirts?! A Halloween Candy Shortage Means You’ll Need Trick-or-Treating Alternatives and We Can Help See How Much It Costs to Do Disney World at Halloween in 2022 Learn About the Halloween Scavenger Hunt Coming to Disney World Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click Here to Subscribe Are you headed to Disney World soon? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTOS: We’re SHOCKED by the Halloween Crowds in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Only a Disney vacation offers meals with this much character. Take in a meal and rub elbows with some Hollywood stars and even royalty! But how do you choose? Buffet or Plated meal? Classic characters or take the time to meet some more unique friends? You want to know which character meals are the BEST. So, we’re RANKING every character meal in Disney World right now! When thinking about the all of the Disney Character Dining options, it just triggers that part of the song in Encanto, The Family Madrigal. You know the part, sing along with us… Okay, okay, okay, okaySo many <Character Meals> in our houseSo, let’s turn the sound up, you know why?I think it’s time for a <Character Meal> round up Alright, so it doesn’t really fit in the flow of Lin Manuel Miranda’s tight rhyming structure, but you get what we mean! We’ve experienced some changes in character dining since Disney World reopened in 2020, and gradually most of them have returned back to normal! 7. Chef Mickey’s When folks usually think of character meals, Chef Mickey’s is what comes to mind! It is one of the most popular spots and snagging a reservation here is not for the faint of heart. Even though this iconic dining location is uber popular, it’s not one of the highest ranked. Chef Mickey’s features the Family Feast for breakfast for $45 per adult and $29 per child, and dinner for $60 per adult and $38 per child. The fare is pretty standard breakfast (MICKEY WAFFLES) and dinner staples, and you’ll find yourself meeting Mickey, Minnie, Pluto, Goofy, and Donald in cute chef’s outfits. Again, Chef Mickey’s is very popular which makes it somewhat difficult to get a reservation. Its big pros are that it’s fairly iconic AND it features ALL FIVE of the Fab Five! Oh, and you can spot the monorail coasting through the resort lobby while you dine. So, maybe that’s a Fab Six? Cuz that monorail has its own fan base, too! Chef Donald On the other hand, though, the atmosphere can be loud and chaotic and the food is typically only okay. Is it a great way to meet fan-favorite characters? Yes. Are there character meals we tend to enjoy more? Also yes. Want to see our review of the breakfast at Chef Mickey’s? Click here! 6. ‘Ohana Over at ‘Ohana at Disney’s Polynesian Resort, a sorely-missed character dining experience has returned! That’s right, we’re talking about the ‘Ohana Best Friends Breakfast! Yep, everyone’s favorite island-inspired all-you-care-to-enjoy spot has characters! Time to Dance With Lilo? Lilo, Stitch, Pluto, and Mickey are bringing the island vibes to breakfast time. They’re visiting guests at tables once again, giving us a chance to partake in this unique meet and greet. And while you meet these characters, you can munch on Pineapple Coconut Breakfast Bread, Mickey and Stitch Waffles, Lilikoi Juice, Fresh Fruit, and more for $45 for adults and $29 for kids. It Just Depends on What You Want It’s hard to fault this one. The food is delicious, it’s all you care to eat, and just a monorail ride away from Magic Kingdom. But if Lilo and Stitch aren’t the pals you’re looking to meet, you might feel some FOMO for not booking one of restaurants that feature the Fab Five. But let’s keep digging and see who’s ranks the top of the list! To see more of ‘Ohana, click here! 5. Hollywood and Vine In fifth place, we’re headed to Hollywood Studios where Hollywood and Vine features TWO character meal options depending on the time of day. Start your day with the Disney Junior Play ‘n Dine Breakfast for $42 per adult and $27 per child featuring Fancy Nancy, Vampirina, Doc McStuffins, and Roadster Goofy. Hey, girl hey! After breakfast, the preschool team hits the shower and the varsity line up comes out for Minnie’s Seasonal Dine. Depending on the season, you might experience the Silver Screen Dine, the Springtime Dine, the Summertime Dine, a Halloween Dine, and a Holiday Dine. During these meals, you’re joined by Minnie Mouse, Mickey Mouse, Goofy, Donald Duck, Daisy Duck, and sometimes Pluto — all dressed for the occasion and season. Expect to pay $59 per adult and $38 per child. Witch Minnie at Minnie’s Seasonal Dine at Hollywood & Vine What we LOVE about this restaurant is all of the character variety. You can see one set of characters for breakfast, and come back for dinner to meet all new friends! You can also keep coming back to see Minnie and the gang in all of their different outfits every season. So fun! On the flip side, the atmosphere isn’t our favorite and this is a LOUDER meal. Plus, the food is just… okay. So even with its improvements and an impressive roster of characters, it still sits in the middle of the pack. Hey, there are some REALLY good character meals! Something else to think about is that since Hollywood and Vine is in Hollywood Studios, you are gonna need a park ticket and park pass reservation to get to the restaurant. Yup, another layer to the planning process; you’ll need a dining reservation, a park ticket, and a park pass reservation to dine here. To see our latest review of the Seasonal Dine, click here! 4. Tusker House Restaurant Alright, our next choice can be found in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. That’s right, it’s Tusker House — where you’ll have a WILD time of character meal fun, all day long. Donald Tusker House features Donald’s Dining Safari with Donald, Daisy, Goofy, Mickey, AND Minnie — all ready for adventure in their safari outfits. The characters are rollin’ deep here three meals a day! Breakfast is $45 per adult and $29 per child, and lunch and dinner are $59 per adult and $38 per child. Mickey in Tusker House This spot lands in the middle of our list for a few reasons. On the cons side of things, it’s a trickier option for picky eaters, though kids and picky eaters can always find some theme park basics like chicken nuggets and fries and such. Still, it doesn’t quite compete with our top three. The Full Spread Still, Tusker House definitely deserves some cred! It’s got a very cool atmosphere and the numerous characters are in sweet outfits to match. Plus the food has a focus on African cuisine and it is downright delicious! We tend to love just about everything we try from the buffet! Now, you know what we’re gonna say. Tusker House is in Animal Kingdom, so once again park ticket and park pass reservation required. Click here for a review of BOTH versions of the buffet at Tusker House! 3. Artist Point — Story Book Dining with Snow White We’ve got some royalty securing the number three spot! If you’ve got princess fans, you might want to head over to Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Resort to Artist Point where you’ll find Story Book Dining with Snow White. Snow White Story Book Dining with Snow White is a dinner-only character meal served prix-fixe for $60 per adult and $39 per child. Over a meal of more upscale plates, you’ll see Snow White, Dopey, and Grumpy; and have a chance to take a photo with The Evil Queen! Dopey We LOVE that you get to meet some unique characters. In fact, you’ll be hard-pressed to find Dopey or the Evil Queen anywhere else on property. You don’t need a park ticket to experience this restaurant, and it provides a bit more of an upscale menu, so you’ll really feel fancy dining here! Evil Queen But there are some downsides. Character dining here is only available for dinner, is a bit pricey, and if you’re looking for royalty, you’ll only find one princess here (well, and an Evil Queen). Want to see more of Artist Point? Click here! 2. Topolino’s Terrace — Flavors of the Riviera We’re really getting close to that top spot! Comin’ in as first runner-up, Topolino’s Terrace — Flavors of the Riviera at Disney’s Riviera Resort! This spot might not always be a character meal, but when it is, it’s a winner! Mickey! When the sun goes down, Topolino’s Terrace is an ideal spot for a date night. But when the sun rises, you can welcome the day with Breakfast a la Art with Mickey & Friends. This meal is prix-fixe and offers Italian-inspired, high-end dishes. The meal is $45 per adult and $29 per child and features Mickey, Minnie, Donald, and Daisy. Minnie This restaurant has a lot of wins. It’s got a gorgeous atmosphere, the food is amazing, AND the character outfits might be some of our favorites. You’ve got Painter Mickey, Poet Minnie, Sculptor Donald, and Dancer Daisy. The food also feels a lot fairer for the price than some other spots! In fact, we had a hard time deciding between this one and our first-place winner. They’re practically interchangeable! Pretty much the only con with this one is that you have to make your way over to Riviera Resort — which is easy since this spot is on the Skyliner. Ok, that and Minnie’s poet outfit. If that came in our size, we’d buy it in a heartbeat! To see our REVIEW of this breakfast, click here! 1. Garden Grill And the winner is…… <drum roll>…….Garden Grill Restaurant in EPCOT’s The Land Pavilion is our number one character meal in Disney World right now — and it’s not the first time it’s earned this title! Garden Grill is a longtime favorite of ours! Pluto Offering Chip ‘n Dale’s Harvest Feast as an all-you-can-eat lunch or dinner, this spot serves up some stellar platters of classic flavors, like barbecue chicken, mac & cheese, and mashed potatoes, while you ACTUALLY ROTATE through scenes from the Living with the Land attraction below. Add that Mickey, Pluto, and Chip ‘n Dale visit your table and this is a pretty fun spot. Meals are $55 for adults and $36 for kids. Farmer Mickey This spot has a lot going for it. You’ve got classic characters, of course, and they come to your table a LOT. This is a relatively small restaurant, so we’ve found that you can expect more character interactions than a typical meal. Plus, the pals are in fun farmer outfits to go with the fresh and delicious eats you have on your plate. Hi, Dale! And the atmosphere is extremely cool. The restaurant slowly turns as you eat so your view changes over the course of your meal. It’s also one of the easier character dining reservations to find because it’s pretty significantly underrated. Garden Grill TOTALLY deserves to keep its top spot. We love the spot so much and we’d love it even more if the breakfast option would return! Want to see more of Garden Grill? Click here! Honorable Mentions Cinderella’s Royal Table We’ve got to give an honorable mention to a few of our other character meals. Topping off our honorable mention list is Cinderella’s Royal Table, which used to be a full princess meal – with oodles of princesses, but now, you get a quick cameo with Cinderella while you dine in her royal dining hall. Cinderella This restaurant is a POPULAR one (so, warning, reservations go FAST). If/when the full character offering returns, guests should be able to meet with MANY princesses! To see more of Cinderella’s Royal Table, click here! Be Our Guest Restaurant Just across Fantasyland, Be Our Guest Restaurant has occasional surprise appearances from The Beast himself! Be Our Guest Atmosphere Hey, it is his castle. These spots don’t quite fit the bill for full character dining, but it is nice to see some favorite faces during a meal there. Click here to see more of Be Our Guest! The Crystal Palace Guests can meet Winnie the Pooh and other Hundred Acre Wood pals at this beautiful restaurant. And the price tag is pretty standard for character buffets, coming at $45 for adults for breakfast and $59 for lunch and dinner, and $29 for kids for breakfast and $38 for lunch and dinner. Piglet! Bounce with Tigger, get a hug with Pooh, giggle with Piglet, but make sure you spend some quality time at that buffet. To see a recent review of Crystal Palace, click here! Cape May Cafe Over at Disney’s Beach Club Resort is a fun spot called Cape May Cafe. We recently welcomed back Minnie’s Beach Bash Breakfast in the morning. Goofy When available, you could dine on a whole buffet of beachy breakfast and see Minnie, Goofy, Donald, and Daisy! Click here for a recent REVIEW of Cape May Cafe! Aaaaand another character breakfast that has yet to return took place at Disney’s BoardWalk Inn Resort’s Trattoria al Forno. This spot used to have the Bon Voyage Adventure Breakfast! Rapunzel at Trattoria al Forno Bon Voyage Adventure Breakfast Who wouldn’t want to have an Italian meal to start the day while mingling with Disney couples like Ariel and Eric and Rapunzel and Flynn Rider? Click here to see more about this fun breakfast! Aaaaand there are two spots that still haven’t reopened at all but used to have very fun character meals. We had to give them a mention! The first one is 1900 Park Fare at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort. Cinderella and Prince Charming host dinner! Buffet dining had two different character meals throughout the day. The Supercalifragilistic Breakfast featured characters like Mary Poppins, Alice in Wonderland, and The Mad Hatter. You could also head to Cinderella’s Happily Ever After Dinner featured Cinderella, Prince Charming, Lady Tremaine, and Cinderella’s stepsisters! Want to see our review of the dinner offering? Click here! Another royal meal has yet to reopen at Akershus Royal Banquet Hall in EPCOT’s Norway. Like Cinderella’s Royal Table, this spot used to offer princess dining — but this time with a buffet of Norwegian-inspired cuisine. Belle at Akershus Princesses appear at this spot and it rotates who you might see. You could spot Ariel, Belle, Jasmine, Snow White, Princess Aurora (Sleeping Beauty), Mulan, Cinderella, and/or Mary Poppins! And good news! Akershus is re-opening on Nov. 4, 2022! To see more about the Akershus experience, click here! Hopefully, our ranking helps you determine what character meal is best for YOU! And we will be sure to update and change our ranking as things change in the parks! As always, keep an eye on DFB for all the Disney tips! Click here for everything you need to know about character meals! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 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 character meal? 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These days, it can be hard to keep up with all the changes and updates happening around Disney World. Cinderella Castle From one day to the next, things are a bit different. We do our best to keep track of it all so you don’t have to, and so far, 2023 sounds like it could be one heck of a year for Disney World! If you’re heading to the parks in 2023 or are thinking about planning a trip, these are the dates you should know! NOTE: We’re updating this article throughout 2023 as openings take place and new experiences are announced! Dates We Know Disney typically keeps dates to themselves until the last possible moment, but luckily we do know a few different events coming up in 2023 that already have solid spots on the calendar. January 4th and 9th, 2023: After-Hours Events Return When Disney announced that After Hours Events would be returning to the parks in 2023, we were THRILLED! They’ll kick off on January 4th in Disney’s Hollywood Studios and on January 9th in Magic Kingdom. ©Disney After Hours events are separately ticketed parties where you can stay in the Disney theme parks for 3 hours after the park closes. There are special treats and drinks included in your ticket. And because the number of tickets sold for the parties is limited, you can often find lower wait times than usual on the rides and attractions. See the DATES and PRICING for 2023 Disney World After Hours Events Here January 13-February 20th, 2023: EPCOT International Festival of the Arts The first EPCOT festival to take place every year (since 2017 at least!) is the EPCOT Festival of the Arts! In 2023, this festival will take place from January 13th through February 20th. 2022 EPCOT Festival of the Arts The Festival of the Arts combines visual, performing, and culinary arts — you can expect fancy foods, performances, gorgeous artwork, and plenty of merchandise. Some of our favorite eats come from this festival, and we love checking out all the incredible Disney-themed art on display. See the 2022 EPCOT Festival of the Arts Best of the Fest Here March 31st, 2023: 50th Anniversary Celebrations End The Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary Celebrations kicked off in style on October 1st, 2021, and we’ve seen plenty of new entertainment, merchandise, snacks, and more over the past year. But sadly, all good things must come to an end. Cinderella Castle for the 50th Anniversary The 50th Anniversary Celebration will officially end on March 31st, 2023 — so if you want to experience any of this historic event, make sure you book your 2023 trip before it ends! Ranking ALL the 50th Anniversary Treats in Magic Kingdom Things That Will Happen “Sometime” in 2023 The rest of these dates are events we know will happen at some point in 2023 — either because Disney has announced it or because these events typically happen every year — we just don’t have solid dates for them yet. We’ll continue to update this article as we learn more! Spring 2023: TRON Opens in Magic Kingdom We’ve been waiting for TRON: Lightcycle Run to open in Magic Kingdom for quite some time now, so when Disney announced the coaster would finally be opening in 2023, we were pretty excited, to say the least. TRON ride vehicle testing For now, all we know is that the coaster will be opening sometime in the spring, but when exactly that might be remains to be seen. We’ll continue to keep an eye on the latest construction updates and keep you posted if we hear any more news on when we can ride this coaster! See TRON: Lightcycle Run Construction Progress Here March to July: EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival The EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival usually sprouts up around the spring — in 2022, it ran from March 2nd to July 4th. We’re expecting another spring harvest for this festival in 2023, but we don’t have the specific dates yet. EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival Incredible floral topiaries and artwork are scattered across the park, not to mention delicious springtime-themed eats and drinks from the festival booths. You’ll also find plenty of entertainment at this fest too, so stay tuned for the official 2023 dates! BEST of the Flower and Garden Festival 2022 August to October: Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party 2022 saw the return of Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party after a two-year hiatus. We finally danced and dined with goblins, ghouls, and ghosts once again — and got to go trick-or-treating around Magic Kingdom! Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party sign In 2022, this separately ticketed party took place on select nights between August 12th and October 31st — so chances are we can expect a similar time frame for 2023. We’ll keep an eye out for any more announcements from Disney! See What the FIRST NIGHT of Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Was Like in 2022 July to November: EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival EPCOT’s longest festival kicks off mid-year and lasts almost until the very end! That’s right — we’re talking about the EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival. This is the ultimate foodie fest at EPCOT — it’s completely food-themed and completely awesome. The 2022 festival dates are July 14th to November 19th. 2022 EPCOT Food & Wine Festival We have quite a few favorite snacks that return to this festival year after year — which is why we return year after year, too! Disney hasn’t shared the official 2023 dates for this fest yet, so stay tuned. See the BEST EATS of the 2022 EPCOT Food and Wine Festival Here November to December: EPCOT Festival of the Holidays We’re closing out the EPCOT festival lineup in style — the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays celebrates traditions and cuisines from around the globe. Plus, who wouldn’t want to attend an event with something called a Cookie Stroll?! Sign us up! Festival of the Holidays All the eats, entertainment, merchandise, and special events you can expect from EPCOT festivals can be found at this one too — but with a festive holiday twist! The event typically runs from November through December, but we’ll let you know once the dates have been announced for 2023. See the Festival of the Holidays 2022 Food Booths Here November to December: Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party We also got to see the return of Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party in 2022! The event takes place on select nights from November 8th to December 22nd, so we’ll likely see something very similar if the party comes back for 2023. Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade Be sure to stay tuned to DFB for the latest Disney news and important dates you need to know about! Our Ultimate Guide to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Late 2023: Journey of Water — Inspired by Moana Opens in EPCOT If you haven’t been to EPCOT lately, you might have missed the giant construction zone that’s the future home of Journey of Water — Inspired by Moana. This immersive, water-based, walkthrough attraction is going to bring a whole new type of experience to Disney World, and we can’t wait to check it out! Te Fiti Model that will be part of Journey of Water Disney shared at the 2022 D23 Expo that this attraction (and Te Fiti!) would be ready to greet guests sometime in late 2024. We’ll have to wait for more specifics, but we’ve been keeping track of all the specifics and will let you know if we learn anything new! Read More About the Moana Opening Timeline Here NEW Figment Meet and Greet 2022 was also the year that traditional character meet and greets and many character dining meals returned to “normal” too! Slowly but surely, we were able to high-five, hug, and hang out with characters once again. A Figment meet and greet is coming! But, Disney revealed at the 2022 D23 Expo that a NEW meet and greet would be coming to the parks. Over at EPCOT, Figment will be meeting guests “by the end of 2023.” 100th Anniversary Celebrations While we don’t have any specifics on what exactly the 100th Anniversary of the Walt Disney Company will bring to Disney World, we can probably expect some sort of celebration! The Disney 100 Years of Wonder Celebration looks like it’s mostly centered around Disneyland Resort, but we’re hopeful some of it will trickle over to the east coast as well. Disney 100 Logo At D23 Expo There’s no doubt Disney will release some 100th Anniversary merchandise, and we do know that a new fireworks show will be coming to EPCOT… Is the 100th Anniversary Coming to Disney World? NEW Nighttime Shows Coming to EPCOT and Magic Kingdom Speaking of NEW fireworks and entertainment, not one — but TWO new nighttime spectaculars will be debuting in Disney World next year. Disney has revealed that Harmonious will be ending its run in 2023 to make way for a 100th Anniversary-inspired fireworks show. Harmonious And over in Magic Kingdom, Disney has announced that the Happily Ever After theme song will be returning next year to Disney World as part of an updated fireworks spectacular. The big fireworks change was announced this year during the 2022 D23 Expo. For now, we’re not sure when either show will premiere, but we’ll continue to update you! Happily Ever After in 2021 Whether you’ve already got a trip planned to Disney World in 2023 or are just starting to think about planning one, keep these dates in mind so you can be prepared for your visit. We’ve got a great resource for you when you plan your NEXT Disney World trip – our DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining. We wrote our ebook after decades of visiting Disney World, so that we could help you have a stress-free vacation! Click here and use code WDW2022 to get 25% off! You can become a Disney expert! As always, stay tuned to DFB for the latest Disney World planning tips and news! A Month-By-Month Guide To Planning Your 2023 Disney World Vacation Planning a Trip to Disney World? 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The struggle is REAL, friends! Disney’s Hollywood Studios Planning a Disney World vacation can be a MAJOR headache if you end up making one of THESE mistakes. Check out our video below about the HUGE Disney World mistakes that everyone is making! Are you a DFB Video subscriber? If you hit the button below, you can subscribe to our channel and catch up on ALL of our latest episodes! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Have you made any of these Disney World mistakes? Let us know in the comments below. The post DFB Video: Disney World Mistakes EVERYONE Is Making first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Have you seen our brand-new holiday designs yet? They’re a great way to get into the holiday spirit! Oh What Fun Sweatshirt Each one is full of cheer and has a fun Disney element to it! You can find our designs on several different items, like t-shirts, hoodies, mugs, and more. For a limited time, you can take advantage of our current sale to save money on our merch, INCLUDING these new holiday designs! Today is the last day you can receive 10% off your entire order (excluding ebooks). When you’re checking out, use the promo code OCTOBER10 to access the discount. This also includes our Halloween and fall merchandise, which will be disappearing from the site soon. If you’ve been eyeing any of those designs, like this Halloqueen shirt or our Pumpkin Vibes tee featuring Spaceship Earth, now is the time to act! Pumpkin Vibes You can find both of these designs on several products, including our Premium Tees, which are regularly $26.99. Get the Pumpkin Vibes t-shirt here!! If you missed our posts sharing our new holiday designs, here are some of the newest ones on our online store! If you loved the Pumpkin Vibes design, check out the holiday version, Jingle Vibes. Jingle all the way with this new design! You can get this hoodie on our site for $44.99. Click here to get the Jingle Vibes hoodie! Our t-shirts come in both adult and youth sizes. And don’t forget you can find these designs on other items, like baby onesies and mugs. Matching shirts for the whole family! How perfect is this design for a hot cocoa mug? Main Street Christmas Mug, perfect for a delicious mug of hot cocoa! You can grab this for yourself for $16.99. Get the Main Street Christmas Mug here! Don’t miss out on this sale; it’s ending today, October 31st and it will be the last one we’ll have for a while! And grab our Halloween and fall designs before we lock them away until next year. To view our online store, click the link below! Click here to check out the DFB Store! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 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 t-shirt collector? How many Disney tees do you have in your collection? Let us know in the comments! The post Last Chance to SAVE on These Disney Holiday Graphic Tees! 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. Disney merchandise sometimes goes through color trends, like the rose gold trend we saw a while back or the EARidescent trend that’s part of Disney World’s 50th anniversary. Now, it looks like there’s a NEW trend for merchandise in the parks and online! Disney merchandise Piglet Pink is the next big thing in Disney World merch, and we’ve already spotted the Crocs in this collection. Now, however, you can pre-order some Minnie ears and a Loungefly backpack to match! Check out all the new items, which are available online now! You can head to shopDisney to pick up all of the Piglet Pink merchandise, although the ears and Loungefly bag are only available for pre-order right now. ©Disney These items all have a light pastel pink color, and they each have some fuzzy elements. For example, the Piglet Pink Loungefly Backpack is mostly made of simulated leather, but it has fuzzy pink Mickey ears on top as well as a fuzzy pocket on the front. ©Disney The hardware for this bag is goldtone, and the inside is lined with a pink and white polka dot fabric. You can pre-order it now for $98, and Disney expects it will be available by January 1st, 2023. Click here to pre-order the Piglet Pink Loungefly backpack. The Piglet Pink Crocs — which we’ve seen in Disney’s Hollywood Studios previously — are available online now. These are pastel pink with a fluffy Mickey icon charm on each shoe. FUZZY CROCS! They have a faux fur lining to keep your feet toasty warm. You can get them for $64.99 online, which is the same price that we saw in Disney World. Click here to buy the Piglet Pink Crocs. Finally, the Piglet Pink Minnie ears are fuzzy all over! ©Disney They’re also pastel pink, and the bow in the middle has a polka dot design. With all that faux fur, these might be more comfortable on your head than most Minnie ears. ©Disney We spotted them available for pre-order online for $29.99. Disney expects they’ll be ready to ship by November 10th, 2022, so you could order these as a Christmas present for someone if you want! Click here to pre-order the Piglet Pink fuzzy Minnie ears. 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! And there are even some new pink designs to match the Piglet Pink Disney collection. Click here to visit the DFB Merch Store! Main Street Christmas Tee Keep following DFB for more updates on all the latest Disney news. Click here to see more Loungefly backpacks you can get online now! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Which of the new items are you adding to your cart? Let us know in the comments. The post Disney's NEW Loungefly Backpack Is Fuzzy and PINK -- Get It Online Now! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Various Disney parks have closed (and later reopened) over the past 2 years due to COVID-19, and now the pandemic is affecting one Disney park again. ©Shanghai Disneyland Resort Shanghai Disney Resort has closed a few different times in the past few years due to COVID-19, but had most recently reopened on June 30th, 2022 after a closure that began in March of 2022. In late October, however, we saw that Shanghai Disney Resort was reducing some of its offerings in response to COVID-19. And now things have changed again. According to the Shanghai Disney Resort website, “In order to follow the requirement of pandemic prevention and control, Shanghai Disney Resort, including Shanghai Disneyland, Disneytown and Wishing Star Park will be closed starting Monday, October 31, 2022, with immediate effect.” No reopening date has been announced yet, so we’ll be on the lookout for that. Shanghai Disney has indicated that they will be providing refunds or exchanges for guests impacted during this closure. ©Disney The Shanghai Disney Resort website then goes through specifications for ticket refunds and exchanges, how the closure impacts specific dated products and services, and how it impacts Shanghai Disneyland Annual Pass holders. Those with questions can contact the Shanghai Disney Resort Reservation Center at 400-180-0000 (Chinese Mainland) or +86-21-3158-0000 (Other Countries/Regions). You can also send an email to shdr.yuding@disney.com. ©Disney According to CNBC, the park shut down abruptly to comply with the COVID-19 measures, and all visitors who were there at the time had to stay in the park until they obtained a negative test for COVID-19. Social media users that the park continued to operate rides, however, for those who were stuck inside the park when it closed. In terms of COVID-19 cases in Shanghai, there were 10 locally transmitted cases reported for October 30th. All of the individuals did not have symptoms. Shanghai Disneyland Mickey Plush Again, this isn’t the first time Shanghai has closed due to COVID-19 concerns. It closed earlier in 2022 for a few months due to COVID, and also closed on some occasions prior to that. We’ll keep an eye out for more details and let you know what we find. For COVID-19 resources, check out our posts below: COVID-19 and a potential winter surge — what you need to know Current news and information about travel to Disney World and Disneyland in 2022 COVID-19 rule changes made for Disney Cruise Line Disney removes COVID-19 warnings after President Joe Biden says pandemic is over Stay tuned for more news. U.S. sees the highest number of air travelers since pre-COVID Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! The post NEWS: Shanghai Disney Resort Closes Due to COVID-19 first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Did you know that October is Filipino American History Month? ©Disney Well it is, and Disney is celebrating Filipino American History Month with a new recipe you can make at home! Filipino American History Month is celebrated all throughout the month of October, and Disney taught us how to make Chicken Adobo right in your kitchen! Just like any recipe, we’ll start with our ingredients. Ingredients: ©Disney Instructions: To begin, you’ll need your chicken, soy sauce, and garlic. ©Disney For the next step, you’ll need your bay leaves, sugar, salt, and whole peppercorn. ©Disney Finally, you’ll add your vinegar, serve it with rice, and you’re done! ©Disney This is a great way to try something new or introduce your kids to a different cuisine than what they may be used to. If you’re looking for more unique Disney recipes, there’s a pumpkin spice sweet potato Dole whip you can make for Thanksgiving, 4 healthy Disney Princess recipes, and you can make your entire holiday meal out of Disney recipes if you want! As always, stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney recipe news. See ALL the Disney Recipes we have on DFB here! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What Disney recipes have you made at home? Tell us below! The post Disney Recipe: Make Chicken Adobo With Mickey And Friends! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article