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It’s the question as old as time — Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort or Disney’s Contemporary Resort? Disney’s Contemporary Resort If you’re decided where to stay on your next Disney World vacation, there are a lot of factors to consider. What park is the most important to you? Do you want to be able to see fireworks from your hotel? And perhaps the most important question: what is the food like? We’re looking at all of that and more as we compare Disney’s Polynesian Village and Disney’s Contemporary Resort! When comparing the two, we’re going to be talking about dining, theming, rooms, amenities, price, and location. Let’s get into it! Dining Options Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Since we are Disney Food Blog, we’re going to start out by comparing…you guessed it — food! The Polynesian has a huge variety of food options with several sit down restaurants, fast food restaurants, and bars. Let’s start with one of the fan-favorite restaurants at the hotel — ‘Ohana! ‘Ohana ‘Ohana is a sit down restaurant with a family-style meal that is all-you-care-to-eat. During your meal, you can try the famous ‘Ohana noodles (if you need just one reason to eat here, this is it), a dinner skillet with a variety of meats, and the signature bread pudding. Our favorite noodles ‘Ohana also offers an all-you-care-to-eat character breakfast with Lilo & Stitch and their friends! This is one of the most popular restaurants in Disney World and for good reason — it has been a DFB favorite for as long as we’ve been around! Get the Truth Behind Eating at ‘Ohana in Disney World here! Lilo Just outside of ‘Ohana is Tambu Lounge. There are a variety of unique tropical drinks including the Backscratcher (yes, it really comes with a backscratcher) and the Lapu Lapu which comes in a full pineapple. One of the best kept secrets here is that you can order some of the food from ‘Ohana in the lounge including the dumplings, the noodles, and the bread pudding! You can read our Tambu Lounge review here! Lapu Lapu? Yes, Please, and Thank You! The other sit down restaurant in the resort is Kona Cafe. Kona Cafe This place serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner and is such a great option if you can’t get into ‘Ohana or want something a bit cheaper. Any fans of Asian cuisine will likely love this spot! Bread Pudding!!!! For a quick grab-and-go snack or breakfast, there is Kona Island. Here you’ll find a variety of coffee, sushi, and desserts to choose from — it’s a super convenient place to grab a meal or snack! Kona Island Capt. Cook’s is the main quick service or fast food spot at the resort. We absolutely LOVE the Tonga Toast (banana-stuffed French toast and covered in cinnamon sugar) available for breakfast and there are plenty of great savory options for dinner, too. We’re looking at you pulled pork nachos! Learn MORE about Capt. Cook’s in Disney World here! Tonga Toast Perhaps one of the biggest perks to staying at the Polynesian is Pineapple Lanai, AKA an entire spot dedicated to Dole Whip! Pineapple Lanai Yep, you can get one of the most delicious treats in all of Disney World right at your hotel. There are a few classic flavors available like pineapple, but Pineapple Lanai is known to have seasonal treats as well like pumpkin spice Dole Whip! Learn MORE about Pineapple Lanai in Disney World here! 50th Celebration Dole Whip Pineapple from Pineapple Lanai There are SO many places to grab a drink at the Polynesian and the most famous of them all would have to be Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto. Learn everything there is to know about Trader Sam’s here! Trader Sam’s It’s a very small, indoor bar with a tiki theme — there are interactive elements, bartenders with fun antics, and delicious drinks that come in collectible tiki mugs! This isn’t just a bar but an experience and it’s a must-do for adults staying here. The Congo Queen! Trader Sam’s can be hard to get into since it is so small, but you can get the same drinks right outside at Trader Sam’s Tiki Terrace! Tiki Terrace And last but not least, there are two pool bars at the Polynesian — the Barefoot Pool Bar and the Oasis Bar & Grill. There are lots of drink options and plenty of food options for your day by the pool. You can even try a DFB Dole Whip drink hack that became a permanent menu item on the Barefoot Pool Bar menu! The Voyager… Our Kakamora HACK-a-mora! That’s a full look at the food options at the Polynesian! Learn more about the Polynesian Village Resorts Restaurants here! Disney’s Contemporary Resort The Contemporary is home to one of the most iconic character meals in all of Disney World — Chef Mickey’s. While this isn’t necessarily the best character meal at Disney World, we understand the appeal. Meet the Chef… Chef Mickey! It’s close to Magic Kingdom, it has all of the classic characters like Mickey, Minnie, Goofy, and Donald, and it’s all-you-care-to-eat. This is a great place to take your kids if they love meeting characters! Read MORE about Chef Mickey’s in Disney World here! Breakfast at Chef Mickey’s The Contemporary is home to some more upscale restaurants including California Grill. This restaurant is located at the top of the hotel and has a beautiful view of Magic Kingdom. TRON views from California Grill California Grill is one of the priciest restaurants in Disney World, but the food and atmosphere are top notch. There is also a lounge available here if you are not able to get a reservation. Get all the details on California Grill in Disney World here! Dinner With a View Steakhouse 71 is the newest restaurant at the Contemporary and it has already seriously impressed us. Not only is the food incredible and the atmosphere nods to Walt Disney, but it’s at a really solid price point that is more affordable than other steakhouses in Disney World. Read our review of Steakhouse 71 here! Steakhouse 71 Stack Burger and Wedge Salad Just like ‘Ohana and Tambu Lounge, you can grab some of the same food and drinks at the Steakhouse 71 Lounge without a reservation! Steakhouse 71 Lounge Contempo Cafe is the main fast food spot here serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. There are some lighter options including salads and grilled chicken as well as your typical fast food fare like chicken fingers and burgers. This is also some to one of our favorite treats — the Peanut Butter Pie. It’s a must-try if you love peanut butter as much as we do! Learn more about Contempo Cafe in Disney World here! Peanut Butter Pie Joffrey’s Coffee is all over Disney World as there’s a location in every park. But the Contemporary also has a Joffrey’s location called Contemporary Grounds. Grab Joffrey’s here! There are also two pool bars at this resort. The Sand Bar is at the main resort and The Cove Bar is over at the Bay Lake Tower part of the resort. The Sand Bar It’s hard to compare the two when it comes to food because there are so many popular and amazing restaurants at both resorts. It’s really up to you whether you want more classic eats at the Contemporary or food with more of an Asian cuisine over at the Polynesian. One thing the Polynesian will consistently beat the Contemporary for — Dole Whip! Read all about the Contemporary Resort Restaurants here! Atmosphere & Theming Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort When you walk into the Polynesian, you are instantly transported to that world. It doesn’t feel like you are right next to a theme park or that you’re staying at a Disney-owned hotel. Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Whether it’s the decor around the lobby, the volcano waterslide by pool (we’ll get more into that later), or the tiki torches that come on at night, there is something so peaceful about being at the Polynesian. Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort is certainly beautiful! We also have to mention that there is a sandy beach with chairs that is a perfect spot to watch the Magic Kingdom fireworks. Beach Although not guaranteed, many guests are also given a lei when they walk into the resort! Learn about the CHANGES happening at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort here! Disney’s Contemporary Resort To be expected, the Contemporary has a completely different vibe than the Polynesian. It feels a little less home-y and more upscale and sleek. The lobby recently got an upgrade with colorful artwork and more modern furniture which sets the tone for the resort. The updated lobby of the Contemporary Since the rooms face in on the hotel, it can be a bit noisy because all of the action is in one spot. From the rooms, you can look down and see Chef Mickey’s (which opens pretty early and gets noisy so it can be hard to sleep in) and the Monorail runs through the resort. Main area of the resort There’s also a massive mural on the wall created by Mary Blair, a famous Disney artist. This is a super fun touch for Disney history fans. Mary Blair mural The resort feels a little less immersive than the Polynesian, but there are still plenty of perks to staying here when it comes to theming. It does feel like a deluxe resort and is more sleek and modern than the Polynesian. Rooms Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Both the Polynesian and the Contemporary recently had room makeovers. The Polynesian rooms are now themed to the movie Moana! There are tons of little touches throughout the room, but it is not too much. The rooms still feel like you are in a deluxe Disney resort — it is not overly cheesy. Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort The hallways leading to the hotel rooms also got a Moana touch, but you might not even know unless you look closely! Hallway The story of Moana fits in so well with the theme of the Polynesian, so this seemed like a natural fit. See a full room tour of the Moana rooms Disney’s Contemporary Resort The Contemporary also got a Disney movie makeover, this time with The Incredibles! When you walk the hallways to get to the rooms, there is artwork featuring the characters and carpet that fits right in with the movie. Contemporary Guest Room The rooms themselves feel very new and sleek, but with a ton of Incredibles touches. If you are a fan of the movie, you’ll love looking for all of the little details, but if you aren’t, these rooms might not be for you. The Closet The rooms at both hotels are very similar and both feel deluxe. It really just depends on if you like Moana or The Incredibles more! Get a FULL tour of The Incredibles rooms here Amenities Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort There are two pool at the Polynesian including the Lava Pool and the Oasis Pool. However, the Lava Pool is the real draw here. Why is a pool such an amazing must-do you might ask? Well, this one has a volcano waterslide! Pool On the water, you can also watch the Electrical Water Pageant at night. It’s basically like a water parade with several floats that are lit up and fun to watch! Electrical Water Pageant There are several other things to do at the resort including making s’mores at the campfire, movie nights under the stars, and boat rentals. Disney’s Contemporary Resort At the Contemporary, you can splash around in the Feature Pool and the whirlpool spa nearby. There is also one pool located over at the Bay Lake Tower. Contemporary Feature Pool Just like the Polynesian, the Electrical Water Pageant is also available to watch from this resort! You’ll also be able to hang out at the campfire, play sports like tennis, basketball, or volleyball, watch movies under the stars, and head to the Game Station and play arcade games! Contemporary Resort Arcade The amenities are pretty similar at both resorts overall. The Contemporary technically has more to do and more activities overall, but the Polynesian has the better pool — it’s hard to compete with a volcano waterslide! Location & Transportation Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort When it comes to location, depending on how you look at it, you could be at a disadvantage at the Polynesian. It is the furthest Monorail resort from Magic Kingdom and even though it is walkable, it will take a while to walk to the park entrance. Polynesian Monorail However, if you are more interested in going to EPCOT, the Polynesian is the closest resort to the Transportation and Ticket Center (TTC) which has a Monorail that goes all the way to EPCOT! It is just a short walk away from the TTC. Transportation and Ticket Center Speaking of transportation, the Polynesian has just about every type of Disney transportation you can think of except for the Skyliner. You can take a boat, the Monorail, or a bus! Disney’s Contemporary Resort The Contemporary has the best proximity to Magic Kingdom of the two resorts. There is a walkway between the resort and the park that takes just minutes to walk! When it comes to location, the Contemporary is hard to beat. Contemporary Walkway The resort has the same transportation options at the Polynesian — you can get to the theme parks by boat, Monorail, or bus! And although the Polynesian Monorail station is just outside the resort, you can hop on the Monorail inside of the Contemporary! Contemporary Resort Talk about convenient! Price & Value Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort When it comes to price, these are two of the most expensive hotels in Disney World. That being said, they are also two of the best hotels in Disney World based on all of the categories above like food, location, amenities, and rooms. So keeping in mind that these are deluxe level resorts, let’s take a look at the pricing. Polynesian We chose dates during Disney World’s “slow season” so these prices are for mid-February 2023. A standard view room costs $680, a pool or marina view room costs $780, and a theme park view room is up to $993 per night. All of these rooms are similar and sleep 5 adults. ©Disney These rooms are pricey, even for an off-season, but when you do think about all that the resort has to offer, it can put the price in perspective a little more. Also if view is not a major deal to you, consider going for a standard view room to save a few bucks. Disney’s Contemporary Resort Over at the Contemporary, room prices look pretty similar. We also looked at prices for the rooms in mid-February 2023 and found that a main tower room with a lake view is $764 and the main tower room with a theme park view is $831. ©Disney Again, these rooms are expensive. But Contemporary is unbeatable as far as location goes and if you pay for the theme park view, you’ll be able to watch the fireworks from your hotel room! There’s not many hotels that can offer that. Prices do vary by date and in the busy months, these rooms at both hotels can get over $1,000 per night. Both of the hotels have some of the best attributes on property, which explains why the price is so high for both. The Winner! So, who is the ultimate winner in the Polynesian vs. Contemporary battle? We hate to say it, but it depends! The Polynesian may seem like a clear choice because of its theming and popularity with Disney fans, but it is further away from Magic Kingdom. If the Contemporary seemed like the clear choice to you, it is a great hotel, but it doesn’t have the same energy, food, or pools that the Polynesian does. It’s up to you and your group to decide what makes the most sense for you using all that we talked about above. Keep following DFB for more articles like this and sign up for our newsletter below to get them straight into your inbox! 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? Is Polynesian Village or Contemporary Resort better? Let us know in the comments! The post Polynesian Village vs. Contemporary Resort Guide for Disney World in 2023 first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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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. The holiday season is fast approaching, and it’s time to start stocking up on all of those amazing seasonal goodies! This calendar is selling like hotcakes! ©Amazon Now is the time to purchase things like advent calendars and other items that are likely to sell out early. We noticed this Funko Advent calendar is becoming extremely popular this season, along with some other can’t-miss calendars that have unique themes. We’re sharing these items with you so you can pick up your favorites before they’re gone for the season! Funko Pop! Disney: Advent Calendar Funko collectors will love getting to open a new figurine each day! This case contains 24 mini figures of various Disney characters, all decked out in adorable festive outfits. Funko Pop! Disney: Advent Calendar ©Amazon The Funko Pop! Disney: Advent Calendar is fun for both kids and adults. It’s also a great deal, considering you’re getting 24 unique and officially licensed Funko characters for only $49.99! Click here to buy the Funko Pop! Disney: Advent Calendar! Funko Pop! Advent Calendar: Marvel Similar to the Disney version, this calendar instead is full of Marvel characters. Heroes and villains alike are included in this 24-piece set. Funko Pop! Advent Calendar: Marvel ©Amazon The Funko Pop! Advent Calendar: Marvel includes characters from a variety of your favorite movies. Guardians and Avengers alike are included in this calendar, each represented as a tiny 2-inch figurine with festive attire. This calendar is $44.99. Click here to buy the Funko Pop! Advent Calendar: Marvel! Harry Potter: Holiday Magic: The Official Advent Calendar Add a little wizarding magic to your holidays with this Harry Potter Holiday Magic Official Advent Calendar! 25 surprises await you inside this calendar full of unique items. Harry Potter: Holiday Magic: The Official Advent Calendar ©Amazon Instead of your traditional chocolate or one type of item, this calendar has a variety of trinkets for Harry Potter fans, like recipe cards, collectibles, and keepsakes. You and your family will have fun each day discovering what new surprise will be revealed! Find this calendar on Amazon for $19.28. Click here to buy the Harry Potter: Holiday Magic: The Official Advent Calendar! LEGO Star Wars 2022 Advent Calendar Whether you’re a Jedi or a Sith you are sure to enjoy all of the pieces inside this advent calendar. Combining the fun of LEGO with the wonder of Star Wars, this calendar offers fun activities for the entire family as you discover new pieces to add to this holiday scene! LEGO Star Wars 2022 Advent Calendar ©Amazon The LEGO Star Wars 2022 Advent Calendar has a whopping 329 pieces, featuring favorite characters like Darth Vader, Luke Skywalker, and more. The entire set comes together for a festive display, and the pieces in this calendar can be incorporated into other LEGO sets in your collection. Buy this unique calendar for $36. Click here to buy the LEGO Star Wars 2022 Advent Calendar! Disney Doorables Advent Calendar Another calendar perfect for collectors, the Disney Doorables Advent Calendar is a great way to give you and your family something to look forward to each morning leading up to Christmas. Inside you’ll find 24 mystery figures. Who will you get? Disney Doorables Advent Calendar ©Amazon If you’re a current Doorables collector you definitely don’t want to miss out on this calendar, and if you haven’t started collecting but want to this is also the perfect starting point! Get this calendar for $48 on Amazon. Click here to buy the Disney Doorables Advent Calendar! Because most customers want to have their advent calendars all set up and ready to go before December 1st, we anticipate these will sell out before any other holiday items this season. Be sure to snag yours as soon as possible, and have fun unlocking each item throughout the month! Keep following DFB for more updates on all the latest Disney news. Click here to see 3 things you need for a Disney holiday at home! 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! Which advent calendar will you choose? Let us know in the comments. The post A Best-Selling Disney Funko Advent Calendar and 4 More Gifts You Need for Your Family’s Christmas Countdown first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s that weird time of year when we’re still celebrating Halloween, but the holiday season has already started to appear in Disney World. EPCOT So far, we’ve seen LOADS of new holiday merchandise in Disney World, but we’ve also seen holiday decorations in both Disney’s Animal Kingdom and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Now, EPCOT is getting in on the holiday decor action! So we were just wandering around in World Showcase and found ourselves in the France Pavilion (mmmm…did someone say crêpes?) and looked up to see…a GIANT SNOWFLAKE. That is a snowflake… There are a few giant snowflakes in the area, which can only mean one thing — Yep, the holidays have arrived in France! Snowflakes! So, technically, we can say it’s snowing in EPCOT now, right? The holidays are here! Last year, it seemed like we had to wait FOREVER to see holiday decorations in EPCOT, but this year, it looks like they’re getting an early start! So be sure to look up if you’re visiting the France Pavilion this weekend! The EPCOT Festival of the Holidays arrives on November 25th, and if you’ve never been, you should make a note to check it out if you’re in Disney World for the holidays. There are LOADS of holiday decorations, SANTA meet-and-greets, storytellers, and a LOT of great food to get you in the holiday spirit. 2021 EPCOT Festival of the Holidays Also, be sure to check out the Candlelight Processional, which brings celebrity narrators to EPCOT, along with a live chorus, to tell the story of Christmas. Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney holiday news! A NEW Food Booth Is Coming to the 2022 EPCOT Festival of the Holidays — Get the Details Here Don't Miss Out on Any Disney World Fun This Holiday Season! The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2022 is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. Order The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2022 now! It includes over 400 pages of must-have information, including: A full What's New!! chapter for the 2022 Holiday Season A full Monthly Schedule of Events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World's busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And, of course, we'll tell you where to eat! ;-D Click HERE to order your 2022 Guide now and get 20% off with code PEPPERMINT! As always, our e-Books are 100% guaranteed! If you don't love it, you get your money back! Want Even MORE? The DFB Everything Bundle comes with ALL of our guides, including the Holiday Guide, for one low price! It includes: The DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining 2022 The 2022 EPCOT Food and Wine Festival Guide The DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Holidays 2022 Pre-Order 2023 EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival Guide All Three DFB Snack Guides Click HERE to order your DFB Everything Bundle! MORE Disney World Holiday INFO! Check Out Everything Announced for the 2022 Holiday Season in Disney World Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is Coming BACK in 2022 – Get the Latest Details Get All of the Latest Information About the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays We’ll Take This Little Golden Disney Book in Our Stocking, Santa! Learn Everything You Need to Know About Disney World Holiday Dining and Events See How Much It Costs to Do Disney World at Christmas in 2022 Watch Our Video About What We Wish We’d Known Before Going to Disney World During the Holidays Check Out Our Photos & Reviews of the Holiday Treats in Disney World from 2021 Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest holiday news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Will you be visiting Disney World this holiday season? Let us know in the comments! The post Where To Find the FIRST Holiday Decorations in EPCOT first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’re coming to the end of the year, which means there are a lot of exciting events happening at Disney World. EPCOT entrance We have the holiday season, filled with special treats, over-the-top decorations at all the parks and resorts, and Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party. On top of that, we’ve also got two big festivals at EPCOT. First, there’s the Food & Wine Festival, which has been going on since July, but once that ends it’ll be time for the International Festival of the Holidays. Those two events are a big draw for Disney food lovers, but if you fall into that category, there’s another big offering you’ll want to check out! What other big Disney World fall time event is perfect for those who want to eat their weight in delicious food? Why, it’s the Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic! We know what you’re thinking — “why would I go to a food festival at a Disney hotel when I could just go to EPCOT?” But before you write it off so quickly, allow us to explain! Food & Wine Classic at the Swan and Dolphin in 2021 This year, the Food & Wine Classic will take place on November 11th and 12th from 5:30PM-9PM each night. Unlike the festivals at EPCOT where you purchase a park ticket to enter, then pay individually for the food items, the Food & Wine Classic offers “causeway event tickets” which will be your entry to the event and provide you with unlimited food and beverage samplings from the various booths. These basic tickets can be purchased for either Friday or Saturday and cost $165 per person. The event map from 2021 However, if you want to level up your experience, you can also purchase seminar tickets to attend special culinary or beverage sessions. This year, they’re hosting Pasta Making with Chef Dan, Wine Blending, Craft Cocktails, and more. And if you want to attend the Food & Wine Classic but you’re hoping to stay nearby, you can get discounted rates at the Swan and Dolphin Hotels during the weekend — just make sure to book online in advance. Food & Wine Classic entertainment Okay, so what does that causeway event ticket get you? Well, this year there are more than 50 food and beverage options that you’ll find spread throughout the causeway. Some items are exclusive to one night of the event, so we recommend checking out the menus before you decide when to attend, but many of the food options are samplings from the menus of Swan and Dolphin Hotel restaurants. Some of our favorites in the past have been items from places like Shula’s Steak House or Il Mulino…there’s some seriously high-caliber food. Black Pepper Smoked Beef Brisket There will be live entertainment on both nights as well. And once the party’s over for the night, you can take the chance to stroll along Disney’s BoardWalk nearby or walk past EPCOT to catch the nighttime fireworks show. You’re right in the heart of Disney World, so you can make it more than just a 3.5-hour experience! 2021 Food & Wine Classic Booth We know that the $165 ticket isn’t cheap, but it’s probably less than you’d spend buying a ticket to EPCOT and then going to the festivals there for a day. On top of that, you’re getting to taste some of the highest-quality food from top-tier restaurants, and if you drink alcohol, you could justify a significant portion of the cost by trying a few of the craft beer, wine, or sake options. The Bavarian Pretzel So if you’re looking for the perfect excuse to dress up (or dress down, it’s totally up to you!), visit Disney World for a night, and try some of the Swan and Dolphin Hotels’ best food, then this is your ticket! And speaking of tickets, you can buy them online currently for the causeway, as well as some special weekend events. Disney’s Swan and Dolphin Resorts We’ll be there to check out the event and try a bunch of the food offerings, so stay tuned to DFB for all the details and reviews from the Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic! We can’t wait to share all the excitement from one of Disney World’s hidden gems. Click Here to See the 13 Things You Should Try at the Food & Wine Classic! 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 been to the Food & Wine Classic? Tell us in the comments! The post If You Haven't Been to This Disney World Event, IT'S TIME. first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Meet author, actress, entrepreneur, and fangirl Ashley Eckstein at Disneyland Resort on November 5, 2022 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Disneyana on Main Street, U.S.A. in Disneyland park and from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Star Wars Trading Post in Downtown Disney District. Signed copies of "Star Wars Everyday" will be available for purchase. View the full article

This is Halloween, this is Halloween! (Or at least, close to it, anyway!) Halloween in Disney! We’ve been exploring all the spooky season offerings around Disney World in the past few months. We visited Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, shopped all the seasonal merchandise, and even tried a bunch of new treats. Now it’s time to head to EPCOT and test out another one! At Connections Cafe, this park’s Starbucks location, you can currently find the Dark Chocolate Halloween Cupcake, topped with dark chocolate mousse, covered in sprinkles, and decorated with a little chocolate spider and matching spiderweb. It’s available from October 28th through the 31st only. SPOOKY! We thought this cupcake had a great chocolate flavor (perfect for chocoholics). The cake itself was moist, and all the flavors really worked great together. Very Halloween That mousse on top, though? That was SO creamy and delicious! But be warned, this baby melted FAST — the spider and web were mush by the time we got to eat the cupcake. So it was pretty messy and required a lot of napkins! If you’re interested in grabbing this cupcake in the next few days, it’s available for $5.99 at Connections Cafe. Hurry and snag one while you can! That mousse! For the rest of the Halloween celebrations in the next few days, keep following DFB. We’ll be trying more treats and checking out the offerings that are available so you know how to spend your holiday. And then on November 1st, it’s full Christmas season mode! Can you hear the jingle bells? WE KNOW – there are SO many great snacks at Disney World! How do you choose (we don’t want to choose but will blow our budget on Day 1 otherwise)? We’ve got you covered! We have reviewed nearly EVERY snack available at Disney World, and we’ve written a series of DFB Guides about them! Take the DFB Guide with you to Disney World! Check out our DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining + Snacks Bundle for all the details you need to plan your snackin’ and spending. You can even download them to your smartphone – it’ll be like we’re right there with you in the parks! Use code WDW2022 to get 25% off! And keep following the DFB blog for all the latest updates from Disney World. Click Here to See the Full List of Halloween Treats! 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 How are you celebrating Halloween? Tell us in the comments! The post There's a SPIDER on Our Cupcake in Disney World! 🕷️ first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disneyland Resort cast members decorated rocks backstage as part of an event to spread love and raise awareness about the importance of anti-bullying efforts for Spirit Day earlier this month during National Bullying Prevention Month. The event was hosted by the Disneyland Resort PRIDE Business Employee Resource Group (BERG), which advocates for all cast members […]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. We know, we know, Halloween hasn’t even happened yet. But hear us out — it’s time to start your holiday shopping! Disney holiday merchandise from 2021 With supply chain issues and shipping delays, it’s important to get started on the holiday cheer a little early this year. And one of the best ways to ease into that spirit is with advent calendars! Last year, we shared a Disney-themed calendar from Amazon that was VERY popular, and this year, it’s back…and ON SALE. The Disney Storybook Advent Calendar is BACK for 2022! This year’s version has “new and festive content” including characters like Mickey Mouse, Raya, Dumbo, Simba, Pinocchio, and more. ©Amazon Each day from December 1st-24th, you can unwrap a new Disney book. Each one is individually wrapped in a paper sleeve to keep the stories a surprise! The 24 different stories feature your favorite pals from Disney and Pixar movies. ©Amazon If you order the calendar right now, you can save 16% on Amazon. It’s available for $26.88! Click Here to Shop the Book Advent Calendar! We’ll be on the lookout for more advent calendars that Disney fans might like, so stay tuned to DFB. We’re also expecting a LOT of holiday merchandise in the Disney parks soon — we can’t wait to check it all out! While you’re in the shopping mood…have you checked our DFB exclusive graphic tees and merch? It’s super fun stuff to wear to the parks, or repping your happy place at the grocery store! Click here to visit the DFB Merch Store! Click Here to Find Out if Disney’s $245 Advent Calendar is ACTUALLY a Good Deal! 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! Would you buy this advent calendar? Tell us in the comments! The post This Disney Advent Calendar Was Our Best-Selling Gift Last Year, and It's ON SALE Today at Amazon first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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For many Disney World fans, a margarita in Mexico is a priority on any EPCOT day! Malumita margarita And we recently learned that a fan-favorite marg is getting a Halloween makeover! Check out an exclusive look at the new drink here. Model Lily Aldridge collaborated with La Cava del Tequila to create The Lily — a margarita drink made exclusively for the 2022 EPCOT Festival of the Arts. But this gorgeous drink was so popular that Disney decided to keep it on the menu at La Cava permanently! Lily Aldridge with her Lily Margarita We learned this week that The Lily is getting a spooky makeover — complete with a black color and blood-red salted rim — for just THREE days, October 31st through November 2nd. ©La Cava del Tequila via Instagram If you’re going to be at Disney World next week, this exclusive Halloween-themed margarita may need to occupy a prominent place on your to-do list. But if you CAN’T be at Disney World, we’ve got the next best thing — exclusive video of this spooky cocktail! If you’re celebrating Halloween at Disney World, we’ve got the scoop on all the special Halloween treats available, as well as our complete guide to Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party! You’re going to love our graphic tees for your next Disney World trip. Click here to see the whole collection! The Planning Tips You Need to Know About Before Your Next Disney World Trip Which EPCOT Margarita is your fave? Tell us in the comments! 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. The post EXCLUSIVE Look at the NEW Margarita Coming to EPCOT first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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We are celebrating 100 years of the Walt Disney Company, almost 70 years of Disneyland, and over 50 years of Walt Disney World. 100 Years of Wonder Since the Disney brand has been around for SO long, we’ve seen a lot of changes as the company, films, and parks have grown, adapted, and modernized. But where does all of the “old” stuff go as Disney moves forward? We found one little treasure trove in Florida that has given some new life to some of Disney’s older items. Just 35 miles away from the gates of Disney World, you’ll find Lakeland Antique Mall. The Lakeland Antique Mall is a large building with many booths inside that have different sections and feature specific items. Vault Collectibles is a particular section in Lakeland Antique Mall that has all sorts of Disney and Universal theme park props. Lakeland Antique Mall We visited recently and took a few photos to show you the types of things you might expect to find. Keep in mind that most items are one-of-a-kind, so inventory and items change up pretty regularly based on what is purchased from other guests and what the owner is able to bring in. This constantly rotating treasure box ensures that you never know what you’ll find! Since it’s a pretty eclectic collection of items, we tried to categorize our finds into three buckets: Classic Antiques (you know, some stuff you might be able to find in your neck of the woods), Unique Resort Props (items that used to have a home IN Disney World and have since been replaced), and finally Recent Merchandise (some items that might be overstock of what you can still buy in Disney, or was recently available). As Ariel would say, “Look at this stuff…isn’t it neat?” Classic Antiques If you still have a record player and are a lover of that classic vinyl sound, then you may want to take some time to shuffle through their large collection of classic Disney albums. Some even feature the original voices of characters and Walt Disney, himself! Or, for bookworms out there, you can usually find some Disney books or Disney-inspired historical books. If you’re looking for something sweeter, a vintage gumball machine might be something to add to your collection. We’d just recommend replacing those old gumballs (they’re probably well past their expiration date). And finally, if you want something cute and maybe a little creepy, you can pick up this vintage Mickey mask. It might not give you nightmares, but we definitely prefer Mickey’s current look to this vintage style. You Could Be RICH If You Have These Disney Souvenirs Unique Resort Props As resorts and parks get some TLC and updates from time to time, that means Disney sorts through its stock, and sometimes it results in “out with the old and in with the new.” So here are some of those “older” items that used to live in that Disney bubble, that you can now take home with you (if you can justify the price tag). Nautical Mickey rope mirror from Yacht Club Resort Here are some chairs that were recently replaced from some of the rooms in the Grand Floridian. You may recall that Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort just got new Resort Studios, which are DVC rooms located in the Big Pine Key building of the hotel. So some of these chairs might’ve been from those rooms! Chairs from Grand Floridian Resort rooms And along that same concept, you can grab the entire bedroom set of the pirate-themed rooms from the Caribbean Beach Resort, as these are also on the block for a retheme. Bedroom set from Pirate-themed rooms in Caribbean Beach Resort Or, if you prefer just a little splash of Disney, consider one of these tables that were originally in the All-Star Resorts… Tables from All-Star Resorts …or a wall-hanging shelf from All-Star Music Resort. Wall-hanging shelf from All-Star Music Resort If you’re a creative, fixer-upper type, this piece, a former display item from a shop in Fantasyland, could find new life in your home. Fantasyland shop display Of, if you’re still looking for a Halloween costume (or just wanna be a Cast Member while you hang out at home), then you might want a Cast Member costume from your favorite, resort, restaurant, or attraction to take home with you. Cast Member costumes So many fun, magical items that can evoke memories, and you can take them home with you! NEW Themed Rooms Coming to Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort Recent Merchandise This category sees some regular fluctuation as popular items ebb and flow from the parks. You could those final pins to round out your collection or get that holiday popcorn bucket or sipper that you wanted. Popcorn buckets and sippers Some items might be things you can still get in the parks, or maybe ones that you just missed as the seasons changed. Keep your eyes out! The One Place Where Disney Merchandise is Always Discounted Even if you’ve already spent all of your souvenir money in the parks, Lakeland Antique Mall is a fun stop (that doesn’t even require a park ticket!) for you and your family to come and explore. Find the treasures of the past and memories of items long-gone to relive the magic. Stay tuned to DFB as we keep you posted on everything with the celebration of 100 Years of Wonder and other Disney news! Click here to see weird merchandise we WISH Disney would actually make. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Have you ever visited Lakeland Antique Mall? Let us know in the comments! 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Disney Springs may have some of the best restaurants in the world! No, we’re not exaggerating — this dining and shopping center has restaurants from some of the world’s most renowned chefs. Morimoto Asia From Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin‘ to Guy Fieri’s Chicken Guy to Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto’s Morimoto Asia, you know you’re going to get some good eating in Disney Springs. But now, you have a chance to get an exclusive dining experience that will only include 12 people per night! Morimoto Asia is hosting 12 guests each night for a very special Momokase dining experience. Guests will enjoy a seven-course meal prepared by Chef Morimoto HIMSELF. The meal will be paired with rare bottles of House of Suntory’s Yamazaki whiskey collection. This will include the 55 — there are only 200 bottles of it in the world! ©Morimoto Asia This event will run for TWO NIGHTS ONLY — on December 2nd and 3rd at 7PM. Tickets, though, are not cheap — you’ll pay $3,000 per person to attend. Only 12 tickets are available each night, which means only 24 people will get to have this exclusive experience. Morimoto Asia If you’re interested, make those reservations NOW on Morimoto Asia’s website. This is a really unique experience and with such a limited attendance, it will probably sell out quickly. Looking for some cheaper dining in Disney Springs — don’t worry! There are plenty of other places to eat — you can grab some delicious BBQ from Polite Pig, some UH-MAZING cookies from Gideon’s Bakehouse, and some fun Dole Whip snacks at Swirls on the Water. Click here to see the BEST restaurants at 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. Would you pay $3,000 to dine with Chef Morimoto? Let us know in the comments! The post Find Out What Makes This Meal Worth ,000 (!!) in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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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. Well, we’re about to say goodbye to Halloween and start saying hello to the holiday season! They’re here! We’ve already seen the first decorations appear in Disney World, snow is on the castle in Disneyland, holiday merchandise is hitting store shelves and going up online, and we’re ready to go to our first Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party! If you’re ready to start celebrating at home, though, we found three things you will NEED to do the holidays right — the Disney way! So Disney is bringing the Jello mold trend BACK in a big way because you can now get a Mickey Mouse Holiday Baking Mold on shopDisney! Although, you might prefer making a fun and festive cake with it instead. ©Disney Grab the mold now for $29.99. Buy the Mickey Mouse Holiday Baking Mold! Send your holiday good wishes to all your family and friends with a Mickey Mouse and Friends Christmas Stationery Kit. It comes with 12 markers, eight coloring cards, and five envelopes. You also get four washi tape rolls and five sticker sheets. How fun! ©Disney Get it now for $24.99. Get the Stationery Kit here. Here’s a fun activity for the whole family — make your own ornaments with the Micky and Friends Christmas Ornament Set. You get six markers, three ribbons, three ornaments, four sticker sheets. and three Mickey Mouse heads that come with a hole at the top so you can add a ribbon! ©Disney Get the ornament set for $16.99. Buy the ornament set now! If you’re looking for even more Disney holiday items, be sure to check out even MORE merchandise you can buy online now. Talk about a fun way to bring Disney into your holiday celebrations, right? 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 we have holiday designs too! Click here to visit the DFB Merch Store! Holiday shirts Stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney holiday news. Click here to go behind the scenes of Disneyland’s “it’s a small world” holiday transformation. 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! How do you bring Disney into your holiday celebrations? Let us know in the comments! The post 3 Things You Need for a Disney Holiday at Home first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Are you booking a Disney Cruise soon? You’ve come to the right place! The Disney Dream Depending on where you are in the cruise planning process, you might already know that most of the food on the ship is included in the price of your stay, which means you get to eat a LOT. There are three different restaurants that rotate during your stay, and there are also specialty restaurants you can book at an extra cost. We were recently invited to cruise onboard the Disney Dream, and we’ve got a restaurant review just for you! Atmosphere There are three rotational restaurants that are included in the cost of your cruise on the Disney Dream, and Animator’s Palate features a fusion of Pacific Island foods, Asian cooking, and fresh California fare. Best of all, you get a show while you dine! You can also find this restaurant on the Disney Magic, Wonder, and Fantasy. Animator’s Palate All throughout the restaurant are nods to Disney animation, with sketched figures lining the walls. Artwork The restaurant itself a variety of tables, with a lit ceiling design of an artist’s palette (get the name of the restaurant now?). There’s even a pillar that looks like a paintbrush! Inside the restaurant Entertainment during your meal includes the show Undersea Magic, which may remind you of Turtle Talk With Crush in EPCOT. Crush takes turns visiting tables (screens are located near the ends of the tables) and talking to diners. When Crush isn’t on screen, the school of fish plays guessing games! Note that during our cruise, Crush did not visit every table, and when he was at a nearby table it was kind of hard to hear him. We had a better experience with this show on the Disney Wonder. It’s Crush! Overall, make sure you look around the restaurant. There are lots of references to animation, like this floor design including pencils and paintbrushes! Flooring Shall we move on to the menu? Menu Animator’s Palate’s menu includes multiple courses, including appetizers, soups, salads, entrees, and desserts. There are also specialty drinks available, including the Blurberrillicious, the Great Reef, and the Bora Shake (non-alcoholic). For appetizers, choose from Smoke Salmon Tartar, Slice Serrano Ham, Black Truffle Pasta Purseittes, and Tomato Tarte, or you could go for Creamy Butternut Squash Soup, Baked Potato and Cheddar Cheese Soup, Arugula Leaves, or Chicken and Walnut Salad Artwork Entrees include Pennette Bolognese, Grilled Tuna Steak, Lemon-Thyme Marinated All-Natural Chicken Breast, Herb-Crusted Pork Chop, and Ginger-Teriyaki dusted Angus Beef Tenderloin. If none of that sounds good to you, there are also lighter note offerings and vegetarian dishes available. The signature dessert is the Lemon Icebox Pie, with other dessert options being Crunchy Walnut Cake, Chocolate Fudge Cheesecake, Cookies ‘n Cream Sundae, and Warm Sticky Date Pudding. One no sugar added dessert was the Deconstructed Carrot Cake. Our table Let’s check out the food! Eats First, we started with the Blueberrillicious cocktail, made with tequila, fresh blueberries, passion fruit juice, orange flavor liquor, and fresh squeezed lime juice. It was really good and better than we were expecting! It had a lot of blueberry flavor and it wasn’t overly sweet, which we appreciated. It also had a slushy texture to it, so we really enjoyed it. Blueberrillicious The bread service consisted of Garlic and Herb Focccacia Bread, served with butter and roasted garlic dip. This was our FAVORITE bread of the three rotating restaurants! The rolls were fine but the roasted garlic dip was INCREDIBLE. It was creamy and garlicky and kind of reminded us of a fancier version of Papa John’s garlic sauce. We were literally scraping the bottom of the bowl to eat every single drop. Garlic and Herb Foccacia Bread For our appetizers, we tried the Black Truffle Pasta Purseittes, which were pasta purses filled with truffle-scented cheese and coated with a delicate champagne sauce. This is a somewhat well-known Disney Cruise Line dish, and it was delicious as per usual. These perfectly cooked tiny pasta pockets are filled with an explosion of truffle flavor and cheese! We honestly could have eaten another two plates of this but it was a good serving size. Black Truffle Pasta Purseittes We also ordered the Bacon Potato and Cheddar Cheese Soup, served with bacon bits and chives. It was creamy and cheesy with lots of flavor from the bacon, but we wouldn’t say it was super comparable to Le Cellier’s Canadian Cheddar Cheese Soup. Baked Potato and Cheddar Cheese Soup For our main course, we tried the Ginger-Teriyaki, dusted with Angus Beef Tenderloin, served on wasabi mashed potatoes with bok choy and a tamarind barbecue reduction. It was a solid steak, cooked well and tasty, but not anything overwhelmingly special. But since we loved the experience overall of Animator’s Palate it was our favorite steak of the three rotational restaurants. Ginder-Teriyaki dusted Angus Beef Tenderloin And the Grilled Tuna Steak came with fingerling confit, caponata, sun-dried tomato pesto, and aioli. This was another favorite entree out of all three rotating restaurants! It was cooked to a perfect temperature and cut apart really easily. The flavors were awesome and more unexpected than some of the cruise dishes we tried. The caponata was a bit underwhelming but the tuna was so amazing we didn’t mind! So…should you go for Animator’s Palate or should you reserve one of the specialty restaurants? Nosh or Not You might like Animator’s Palate if: You’re a big fan of Disney animation You love dinner AND a show You’re looking for tasty, dependable food with something for everyone You might not enjoy Animator’s Palate if: You want that one-on-one time with Crush You don’t really like screens mixed with a meal You’re interested in a more sophisticated dining experience Overall Animator’s Palate was our favorite restaurant of the three rotational meals. We LOVED the Black Truffle Pasta Purseittes, and we’ll be dreaming about that butter and roasted garlic dip that came with the bread. Even the entrees delivered in quality and taste! Animator’s Palate If you’re considering skipping one of your rotational meals in favor of dining at one of the extra-cost restaurants, we don’t recommend skipping Animator’s Palate. It was overall a fun experience and the food was excellent, so it’s most likely worth a visit from you. If you’re considering a Disney Cruise, we recommend checking out the following links: Full review of Palo Steakhouse brunch on the Disney Dream What to expect on a Halloween-themed Disney Cruise Full review of the Arendelle restaurant on the Disney Wish Full review of Worlds of Marvel on the Disney Wish Full review of 1923 on the Disney Wish Keep reading DFB for more Disney Cruise Line news and updates! Read our FULL review of the Royal Palace restaurant on the Disney Cream here! What You Need to Know About Disney Cruise Line Learn All About Disney Cruise Line and Its Various Ships Follow Along As We Explore Disney’s NEW Mega Cruise Ship – The Wish Learn ALL the Secrets of the Disney Wish We Ate EVERYTHING on Disney's Newest Cruise Ship -- The Disney Wish Learn About Disney Cruise Line’s COVID-19 Testing and Vaccination Policies Disney Wish COVID-19 Testing Mishaps to Avoid A Full List of What You CAN’T Bring on a Disney Cruise These Are the BEST Times to Book Your Disney Cruise The Best Ways to SAVE SPACE in Your Tiny Cruise Cabin 10 Things You NEED on Your Next Cruise (That You Won’t Think to Pack!) A Look at the COVID-19 Testing and Vaccination Policies For EVERY Major Cruise Line What It’s Like to Live on a Cruise Ship for 6 Months Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe Have you ever been on a Disney Cruise? Tell us in the comments! Disclosure: In nearly all circumstances, Disney Food Blog writers and photographers pay full price for their own travel, hotel, food, beverage, and event tickets. We do this because it’s important to us as journalists to ensure not only that we give you unbiased opinions, but also that you can trust us to do so since we’re paying our own way. On rare occasions, when we are invited by a company to attend a preview as media, and when we choose to accept that invitation, we will always make you, our readers, aware of that situation. Today, we were invited by Disney World to attend their media event on the Disney Dream. Note that when we attend events as media we are 1) Not required to review that event/food on any of our channels, and 2) Not required to review that event/food favorably. You can always count on DFB to give you a 100% unbiased and honest review of any event that we attend, food that we eat, or beverage that we drink. You can see more in our Disclosure Policy. 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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. Star Wars fans have had so many fun ear choices over the years! Chewbacca Ears! We’ve seen Chewbacca Ears, Ewok Ears, light-up Lightsaber Ears, very unique Ahsoka Tano Ears, and plenty more, and now a NEW pair of Star Wars ears have arrived online! Now available on shopDisney are these shiny new Lightsaber Ears! We previously only saw these ears in Disneyland Resort, but you can now order them online. They kind of remind us of the light-up Lightsaber Ears we saw in the past, but these don’t light up and they look a bit comfier to wear! Lightsaber Ears These shiny pleather ears feature 3D blue and red lightsabers in place of a bow, along with red edges on the left ear and blue edges on the right. ©Disney On the side of the headband, you’ll find “MTFBWY” embroidered in silver. Not sure what that means? It’s an acronym for “May the Force be with you!” ©Disney You can get them now for $29.99, and remember that if you’re a Disney World Annual Passholder and you sign into shopDisney with your Annual Pass account, you can put in the code WDW25 for 25% off your order! On top of that, you can get free shipping on orders of $75 and up with code SHIPMAGIC. ©Disney Keep following DFB for more Disney shopping news and updates! Get your holiday shopping done now with this big Disney sale! 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 Star Wars ears would you like to see? Tell us in the comments! The post NEW 'Star Wars' Ears Have Arrived Online! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

For so many of us, Disney World is our favorite place to be. EPCOT And when you’re dreaming of your wedding day, many of us dream of getting married at our favorite place on Earth. But one couple recently combined their favorite place on Earth with an out-of-this-world wedding theme! Good Morning America and the Disney Fairytale Weddings team recently joined forces to give a couple a space-themed wedding in EPCOT! Brooke and Jared’s “first look” moment was at Mission: Space. ©Disney And then came the ceremony, complete with a “galactic aisle” runner the bride walked down while fog spread throughout the crowd. ©Disney Spaceship Earth dressed up for the occasion with purple, pink, and white lights. ©Disney Can you imagine being married right in front of Spaceship Earth?! ©Disney And of course, the occasion wasn’t complete without a ride on EPCOT’s newest ride, Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind. ©Disney October was the most popular month to get married in 2022, according to Disney, and we’re willing to bet Brooke and Jared had one of the most unique celebrations this month! How Much Does a Disney Wedding Cost? If you’re planning a trip to Disney World soon — maybe for a special celebration?!! — 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. Did you have a themed wedding? Tell us about it in the comments! Want MORE Details About EPCOT’s MASSIVE Transformation? EPCOT’s Three New Neighborhoods Have Debuted – Learn More Here See Our Full Review of One of EPCOT’s Newest Restaurants – Connections Eatery Get a Full Tour Inside EPCOT’s New Starbucks Location – Connections Cafe See All the Details You Need to Know About the Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Coaster, Now Open in World Discovery NEW Festival Areas, Gardens, a Meet-and-Greet Area, and More Are Coming to EPCOT Go Inside Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure With Us Check Out All of the Tasty Details About La Crêperie de Paris See Our Full Reviews of Space 220, Which Has Officially OPENED in EPCOT Check Out Spaceship Earth’s Permanent New Nighttime Look Learn More About EPCOT’s New Nighttime Spectacular -- Harmonious See Full Details About the New PLAY! Pavilion Coming to EPCOT Learn All About Journey of Water -- Inspired by Moana, Coming to World Nature The Mary Poppins Attraction is on Hold – Learn More Here What’s Been CUT From the EPCOT Transformation? Click HERE for All the News and Details about EPCOT’s Transformation! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest EPCOT transformation news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! The post If You Can’t Get Married In Space…This Disney Wedding Is the Next Best Thing first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Finish this phrase: Disney’s next Chief Executive Officer (CEO) should… ©CNBC Disney has had several CEOs over the years, some of whom fans have appreciated or criticized more than others. We’ve covered many of the statements and opinions from Disney’s most recent CEOs — Bob Iger and Bob Chapek (Chapek continues to serve as CEO). Chapek’s contract as CEO has been extended for a few more years, but eventually, Disney will have a new CEO that will take his place. What qualities should that new CEO have? We reached out to our readers via Facebook and they had a LOT of opinions. We asked our Facebook readers, “What’s something you’d like to see in Disney’s next CEO?” Here’s what they had to say. On-the-Ground Experience One reader shared that they’d like to see a CEO who had experience working as a Cast Member in a customer-facing position. They said that in their opinion those who haven’t had this on-the-ground experience may not be as aware of what Cast Members are truly dealing with, making them a bit “out of touch.” That comment seemed to have resonated with many other readers as it got over 300 likes or hearts. We love Disney Cast Members! Others echoed this same desire, asking for a CEO with more customer experience and someone who has “actually been in a cast member position that can bring light to where focus should be.” In terms of Iger and Chapek, Iger started his time with Disney as a studio supervisor at ABC Television, after serving as a weatherman and news reporter at a small TV station in Ithaca. (CNBC) Chapek started working for Disney back in 1993 within the home entertainment unit, which he eventually became president of. (CNN) So neither really started in a “traditional” customer-facing on-the-ground Cast Member role in the theme parks with the company. Do you think that would make a difference in terms of leadership? Tell us in the comments. Click here to learn about 7 celebs that were Cast Members before they became famous! Walt Disney’s Vision Quite a few also noted that they’d like to see a CEO who has some “respect for the past” or a deep understanding of “Walt’s vision.” One specifically noted that they’d like to see someone who understands what Walt Disney was trying to “do for the families whom he hoped could and would visit.” ©D23 What is “Walt Disney’s vision” though? Well, from the stories Walt told, the idea for Disneyland really grew out of the trips Walt made with his daughters to the merry-go-round. He wanted a place where parents and kids could have fun together. Some might take that as his “vision.” Walt also wanted Disneyland to pay homage to his hometown and show the things that were good about American life and the challenge of the future. According to Walt, “Disneyland would…encompass the essence of the things that were good and true in American life. It would reflect the faith and challenge of the future, the entertainment, the interest in intelligently presented facts, the stimulation of the imagination, the standards of health and achievement, and above all, a sense of strength, contentment and well-being.” Walt Disney But it’s not as though Walt didn’t need money to keep that dream alive. According to The Orange County Register, by Disneyland’s 10th anniversary (in 1965), the prices had risen $7.30. Walt didn’t pass away until 1966, so this would have happened while Walt was alive. But it’s undeniable that Disney’s prices have since skyrocketed, outpacing inflation. The $2.50 ticket from 1955 (adjusting now for inflation) would have been $23.89 in 2019 dollars. That’s a far cry from the current Disneyland prices, but the park is also dramatically different compared to what it was back in 1955. Disneyland Is NOT the Same as It Once Was In 1955 there was 1 park with 33 attractions, priced individually which accepted tickets from a booklet. Now there are 56 attractions in Disneyland alone and all fall under a single ticket price. Plus, (out in California alone) there is Disney California Adventure Park, Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, and MUCH more. The Disney Company has changed a LOT over the last 100 years, but has it changed “too much?” According to some fans, the answer might be “yes.” Whatever “Walt’s vision” might be, it appears that some fans feel that the company has potentially strayed from it. What changes will the next 100 years bring? Only time will tell. Families or Disney Adults: learn more about the battle for Disney’s parks Money, Money, Money Disney is a company, so there’s no denying that there must be a focus on money for the sake of its investors and shareholders. But several readers pointed out their desire for the next CEO to change things a bit. One reader pointed out that they’d want the next CEO to have less of an “obsession” with making money “above all other factors.” Several others echoed this. ©Disney One reader noted that while profits are undeniably important to a company, they feel that they are just one component of “overall company health.”That reader shared that they’d like to see a “renewed emphasis on a positive corporate culture, customer centric service and accessibility to a greater segment of the population.” Given the hundreds of price increases we’ve seen on everything from water bottles to Disneyland park tickets, and statements made about potential future price increases, increasing costs are something you’ll want to be prepared for at the moment. Click here to see EVERY food price increase that hit Disney World in mid-October 2022 Big Thunder Mountain Railroad But could things change in the future? Only time will tell. Price increases have been a part of the Disney company for years. The Orange County Register details some of the steady price increases that have taken place in terms of Disneyland’s ticket prices over the years, and our friends at AllEars have data showing ticket price increases at Disney World dating back to the 1970s. Bob Iger served as Disney’s CEO from 2005 through 2020. During that time, Disney World ticket prices increased over 10 times. Thus far, during Chapek’s time as CEO, we haven’t seen Disney World ticket prices directly increased, but we have seen Annual Passholder price increases, and sneaky increases have been implemented that ultimately do make 2022 trips and will make 2023 trips more expensive. Tower of Terror Chapek took over the Disney Company in February of 2020, not long before Disney World and Disneyland closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Other Disney parks also closed near that time, ultimately leading to a period of time when ALL Disney parks around the world were closed. On top of that, for a period of time most movie theaters were closed, Disney Cruise Line sailings were canceled, movies were delayed, and other things within the company were impacted. Even after the parks reopened, Disney had to operate with changing health regulations, social distancing, restrictions on capacity, and more. Animal Kingdom In the Q2 earnings report for fiscal year 2022, Disney noted that “the impact of COVID-19 and measures to prevent its spread are affecting our segments in a number of ways” from theme park closures to suspended tours and supply chain disruptions. They also discussed how they delayed, shortened, or canceled some theatrical releases, suspended stage performances, and saw other sales impacted. Things were also impacted on the sports front with canceled games and altered schedules. In other words, a LOT changed in a very short period of time. Now, things have changed again, much of the world has reopened, and the parks have hit huge revenue levels. But things could change again. CNN has shared that nearly 2/3 of “corporate economists believe the United States is already in a recession or will be within the next 12 months.” That could once again impact the financial standing of the Walt Disney Company as a whole. Mad Tea Party With thousands of Cast Member jobs in the mix, huge investments still being made in streaming and the parks, and other expenses, price increases could be the route Disney is pursuing in an attempt to manage the effect of COVID-19 and prepare for potential impacts if a recession hits. And Chapek has indicated that much of future pricing is in the consumer’s hands. When it comes to future price increases, Chapek has said, “If demand goes up, then we have the opportunity to do that.” In other words, Disney is really looking closely at what the consumer is doing. If prices keep increasing and guests keep coming, then more increases could be in Disney’s future, potentially until they see a negative response from guests. Want to see a FULL timeline of Disney CEO Bob Chapek’s financial decisions from 2020-2022? Click here A Focus on Cast Members Several mentioned that they’d want a CEO whose focus is more on the Cast Members and improving their situation. They shared that, in their opinion, by taking care of the Cast Members, those Cast Members will “bring the magic back.” Cast Members are, as we’ve mentioned time and time again, KEY to the Disney experience. Cast Members can make incredibly magical moments for you and your family that can truly change your entire vacation (and differentiate it from any other trip you’ve ever had). We love to see it! Cast Members undoubtedly went through stressful times as thousands were laid off from the company due to the COVID-19 pandemic closures. Some, even some within the Disney family, have criticized Disney’s treatment of Cast Members. Abigail Disney, the granddaughter of Roy O. Disney (who co-founded the Disney company with Walt) has heavily criticized the Disney company in the past, including through the creation of a documentary. The Orange County Register points out that “The American Dream and Other Fairy Tales” (the documentary created by Abigail Disney) takes a “critical look at Disney as a stand-in for the rest of corporate America.” Abigail Disney notes that the documentary was “inspired by a Disney worker who reached out to her about the company’s low pay. The film reportedly points out that “Bob Iger’s compensation at $65 million was 1,424 times the median employee’s salary while 55 years ago Roy Disney, including stock options, made 78 times the lowest worker’s pay.” We love Disney Cast Members Disney has recently worked on giving Cast Members certain benefits, like by providing Cast Members with Disney+ for free. What would you want the next CEO to do when it comes to Disney’s Cast Members? How would you want their actions to differ from the most recent CEOs’ actions? Tell us in the comments. It’s Just for FUN Some shared that they’d like a CEO with a focus on the kids who really just want to go to the parks, watch the movies, etc. for FUN. If you’ve ever been to Disney and just felt like it’s a bucket of stress, it seems these readers feel the same and think that a CEO with a greater focus on “fun” could change things. Is It Just Not Fun Anymore? It’s not totally clear what a greater focus on “fun” would involve though. Would it involve getting rid of certain systems that some fans find to be complicated (like Genie+)? Would it involve simplifying other parts of the in-park experience? Would it impact anything to do with Disney’s movies? Let us know what you think. Click here to see dining mistakes you don’t want to make in Disney It’s “Art” Another shared that they’d want the next CEO to be someone focused on art first, and business second. They noted that they would like to see someone in the role who looks at the parks and the movies not as products to sell or things to use to make money, but as “pieces of art to take pride in.” EPCOT Again, it’s not totally clear what this would involve. Would it perhaps involve bringing someone up through the ranks who was once an Imagineer? Is it simply a matter of personal view rather than work experience? How would something like this be evaluated and determined? You tell us! A FAN Some readers felt like they just wanted to look at Disney’s next CEO and see a bit of themselves reflected back. In other words, they want a FAN to lead the company — someone who is “in love with the Disney magic” and is as big of a fan as the guests are. Look at those crowds! Again, it’s hard to say what the evaluating criteria for this would be. Must they be a Disney cosplayer or someone who is an expert in Disney bounding? Someone who has read dozens of Disney books just for fun? What would you want to see in terms of “fandom” in a future CEO? Put Streaming Second Another shared that they’d like a CEO that is more focused on the in-person guest experience, rather than Disney’s streaming platforms. We’ve certainly seen Disney’s recent CEOs focus heavily on Disney’s streaming platforms — especially Disney+. Bob Iger called Disney+ a “beacon of hope” and Disney even recognized certain content groups in 2020 to make streaming the Company’s primary focus in terms of entertainment. Hollywood Studios And Disney’s streaming service has proven to be a big focus for investors too — particularly when it comes to subscriber numbers. It is undeniable that streaming has become a big part of the company. But for some, it may be seen as TOO big of a focus. Disney+ is losing money and is not expected to become profitable for a little while longer. But some of its shows have become massive hits and some of the direct-to-Disney+ movies have also seen great success. That doesn’t mean the parks aren’t getting new things too. Various things are in the works for Disney’s parks in the next few years, but perhaps, for some, there just isn’t enough on the parks side. What do you think? Click here to see what’s coming for the Disney Company in 2022, 2023, and 2024 And MORE! Other readers mentioned wanting to see a CEO who stays a little bit further out of political matters, and a CEO focused on simplifying the Disney experience. In other words…there are a LOT of things guests want to see in Disney’s next CEO. As many pointed out, Disney is, at the end of the day, a business. That means that more “business-related” matters, like making and increasing profits, are critical to its ability to continue functioning and, therefore, are critical to the individual serving as CEO. Bob Chapek But Disney is a unique, family-focused entertainment company with a beloved founder and a legacy of incredible customer service. Some fans appear to feel that there has been a “stray” from this legacy, the views of Walt, or other things. According to those fans, a future CEO with some of the specific qualities listed above could be the key to “bringing back” the magic they feel is missing. What do you think? What would you want to see in Disney’s next CEO? Tell us in the comments below. Cinderella Castle To see more about what Disney’s current CEO Bob Chapek has had to say about price increases, annual passes, and park passes, click here. You can also click here to read Chapek’s comments about Disney+. And stay tuned for more Disney news. 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 something you’d like to see in Disney’s next CEO? Tell us in the comments! The post 8 Things Disney Fans Want to See in the Next CEO first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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