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Something that is critical to the way Disney World currently functions is plagued with uncertainty right now. Welcome to Disney World For years, Disney World has had a large amount of control over the land on which it operates in Florida thanks to the Reedy Creek Improvement District (RCID). Essentially, the RCID has allowed Disney to (in many ways) function as its own county government. Through the RCID, Disney has imposed and collected taxes on its land, issued bonds, and made all kinds of other decisions without some of the typical oversight that hinders other developers. But all of that is about to change. The Impending Dissolution (Getting Caught Up) If you’re unfamiliar with the situation, let’s do a quick catch-up session. In 2022, a law was passed by the Florida legislature, and later signed by the Florida governor, that will DISSOLVE the RCID by June of 2023, unless a new agreement is reached. This all took place after Disney spoke out against Florida’s Parental Rights in Education Bill (what critics call the “Don’t Say Gay” bill). Lawsuits have been filed regarding the dissolution of the RCID and the impact it would have on local citizens. One big concern surrounds what will happen with the tax burden of the RCID (including about $1 billion in bond debt) if the district is dissolved. One lawsuit is still pending in Miami-Dade County, Florida and there really hasn’t been much of an update there. ©Spectrum News 13 Florida Governor Ron DeSantis previously indicated that the state government would likely control the Reedy Creek District. Other sources have indicated that a successor district will likely follow the dissolution of the RCID, but not much has been specified in terms of what that district will look like or who will truly control it. More recent reports seem to indicate that while a new district could be created, any changes made to the district would be “superficial” and won’t interfere with the business the RCID needs to get done. According to state Senator Linda Stewart, Disney doesn’t want to relinquish control of the district but may consent to state representation on the board. Reedy Creek Sign in Disney World In mid-September, we shared a look at what was going on with the RCID at that time — we analyzed information about Disney’s unique power over the situation, updates on ongoing work at the RCID, and a surprising update on its bonds. So what’s going on with the RCID right now? Let’s take a look. A Budget for 2023 The RCID is governed by a Board of Supervisors. The Board’s next meeting is set to take place on October 26th, 2022. But while we wait for updates from that meeting, we do have some news from recent meetings. ©WFTV 9 The fiscal year 2023 RCID Budget has been uploaded to the District’s website and it shows what 2023 could look like for the RCID. In terms of revenues, the 2023 budget calls for around $183 million in revenue — that’s an increase compared to the $169 million that was listed for the 2022 budget. In terms of expenditures, 2023 is set to have just over $188 million in expenditures, an increase from the $178.7 million that was listed for the 2022 budget. All in all, it looks like there is a deficiency of revenues compared to expenditures of around $5 million projected for the 2023 budget. ©Reedy Creek When it comes to taxes, there is a change coming to the millage rate. The millage rate is the amount per $1,000 used to calculate taxes on property. (Naples.gov) In the RCID, the millage rate was around 13.57 for fiscal year 2022. That’s set to increase to 13.9 for fiscal year 2023 — marking a slight increase. So, overall, the big takeaway here is that the RCID is continuing to plan for its future, uncertain though it may be, and 2023 is looking like it could be a year of big revenues and big expenditures too. Uncertainties With the RCID Staff The RCID has its own set of firefighters, but uncertainty about what the district could look like in the future has raised some concerns. In a video posted by WFTV 9, Jon Shirey, the union president for the Reedy Creek Fire Department, shared that there was a lot of “anxiety” and “confusion” about what was going on. Jon Shirey, President of the Reedy Creek Firefighters Association | ©Joe Burbank/Orlando Sentinel Shirey shared that there was a lack of reassurance about the safety of their jobs in the district. According to Channel 9, the union is concerned that the dissolution could strain reported staffing issues. There is a concern that firefighters will simply look for jobs elsewhere now, rather than wait to see what happens next. Reedy Creek Emergency Vehicles©Wesh In April of 2022, the Orlando Sentinel also noted that firefighters were concerned about benefits like lifelong health insurance, that is available to those who meet certain requirements. At that time, Shirey shared, “For our retirees who plan their lives and their finances around a benefit that they were promised for life, this is incredibly concerning.” Much of the next steps still remain a mystery, so we’ll be on the lookout for details. Florida Gubernatorial Race and Disney Implications In terms of Florida politics more generally, Governor DeSantis is currently involved in a gubernatorial race against candidate Charlie Crist. If you anticipated that DeSantis’ relationship with Disney, his involvement in expanding the special session of the Legislature to allow them to consider eliminating the RCID, and his overall support for the dissolution of the RCID and the removal of Disney’s “special privileges in the law”, would be brought up in the gubernatorial race, you might be right. ©Fox10 News | Florida Governor Ron DeSantis During an October debate, Charlie Crist said, “I’m not the governor who attacked Walt Disney World because they…expressed their point of view…that’s you.” Though Crist did not explicitly discuss the RCID’s dissolution, the dissolution did come soon after Disney spoke out against the “Don’t Say Gay” law. DeSantis initially indicated that the repeal of the RCID would not be “retaliatory.” He also said, “I think they’re [meaning Disney] used to having their way and they’re not used to having people that will stand in their way and say, ‘Actually, the state of Florida is going to be governed by the best interest of the people in Florida’…You know, we’re certainly not going to bend a knee to woke executives in California. That is not the way the state’s going to be run.” Whether Disney will continue to be a point discussed in the election remains to be seen. Uncertainty With Bonds When it comes to the bonds that have been issued by the RCID, we previously shared that the uncertainty surrounding the RCID made the value of the bonds subject to speculation in a way that’s not usual for them. For some, that actually increased their attractiveness, and bond purchases actually increased in certain periods when compared to 2021. So what’s going on with the bonds now? Well, Fitch Ratings has shared that they’ve maintained a rating of “AA” on the Issuer Default Rating and “Rating Watch Negative” when it comes to the RCID bonds. According to their report, the RCID actually has about $686 MILLION in outstanding ad valorem tax bonds. Reedy Creek Trash Cans Fitch Ratings placed the ad valorem bond rating for the RCID on “Rating Watch Negative” back in April of 2022 because of the passage of the law that will dissolve the RCID in 2023. Fitch noted that it’s keeping the Watch Negative rating because it “reflects the lack of clarity regarding the allocation of RCID’s assets and liabilities, including the administration of revenues pledged to outstanding bonds and the servicing of debt in the event of dissolution.” Disney World But things could be changing. Fitch shares that their “baseline expectation” is that there will be some legislation introduced in the Florida Legislature during the next general session (which is expected to start on March 7th, 2023, and run through May 5th, 2023) that’ll help clarify things. They expect the legislation introduced will “resolve the uncertainty and ensure the timely repayment of RCID debt.” Fitch expects to review the bond rating again “once the uncertainty is resolved.” Spaceship Earth But it’s not all good news. The bond rating for the RCID could go DOWN if there is “prolonged uncertainty” regarding the dissolution, litigation, or other things that “alter security provisions and/or the capacity for repayment.” Fitch points out that if a new district is not created to replace the RCID, all of the RCID property and indebtedness will be transferred to Orange County and Osceola County, or to the cities of Bay Lake and Lake Buena Vista. Toy Story Land Fitch noted that the RCID has had “strong operating performance” and utilized “prudent management practices,” in the past. In terms of the future, Fitch shares that they expect the RCID will continue to manage its budget prudently though its future remains uncertain, “reflecting management’s track record of preserving a high level of fundamental financial flexibility through prior periods of economic uncertainty.” Only time will tell whether Fitch’s expectations about legislation addressing the RCID will become reality, or if continued uncertainty will drop the bond rating for the RCID. Could the Dissolution Be GOOD for Disney? When it comes to the RCID, we’ve long gone over why the dissolution of the district could be a “disaster” for the Company. But, could it (from a different perspective) be beneficial for Disney? Some think so. In speaking with The Washington Post, Christina Lewellen, an accounting professor at North Carolina State University, said that Disney actually could save hundreds of MILLIONS of dollars if the RCID is actually dissolved. It would no longer need to handle many of the expenses it takes care of now. EPCOT China Pavilion If the burden for the RCID expenses falls to the local citizens, Disney could save money but local citizens would potentially have to pay more taxes. Lewellen shared that in dissolving the RCID, “They were trying to hurt Disney potentially and make their life more difficult, but yet in the end, from a monetary standpoint, they might end up better off.” Disney World There are a lot of uncertainties that still need to be resolved — Will a successor district be made before that June 2023 dissolution date? What will it look like? Who would control the new district? If a new district doesn’t get created, then what will be the burden to local taxpayers? How involved will Governor DeSantis be in the matter? What role will the state play (if any) in the new district? We’ll have to wait and see. In the meantime, be sure to check back with us for more updates as the situation moves along. Click here to see how DeSantis treated Disney like the “biggest kid on the playground” Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! The post Uncertainty Clouds the Future of Disney World’s Reedy Creek District first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Forget your Halloween candy, it’s the HOLIDAYS! Animal Kingdom We’ve already seen holiday ears, holiday kitchen items, and other holiday merchandise. And at Disneyland, the Castle is already dusted with snow to signal the arrival of the festive season. But now another park is joining in and pulling out that holiday decor. It’s CHRISTMAS in Animal Kingdom, y’all! Deck those halls with boughs of holly — Animal Kingdom is getting READY for jolly old St. Nicholas! When we stopped by on October 25th, 2022 (yes, several days BEFORE Halloween), we noticed that some holiday decorations have been put up in Discovery Island. The Holidays Are Here! Right over Discovery Trading Company, you’ll once again see those gorgeous animal-themed holiday lanterns that we’ve seen in years past. Check Out the Lanterns The lanterns are beautifully decorated and have some incredible details. How Pretty! They feature different animal designs — how many do you spot? A Look at the Animal Lanterns We spotted some lanterns just outside of Island Mercantile as well. More Lanterns Here! Check out all the lanterns that line the top of this roof! So Many! Outside of some of the stores, we also spotted some gorgeous bird sculptures (which, again, we’ve seen in the past). Like the lanterns, these have varying colors placed within the patterns. The detailing, particularly with what looks like wire work near the legs, is absolutely gorgeous. Be sure to take a minute to really admire these. Gorgeous This is the only spot (so far) that appears to be decked out for the holidays, but we expect more holiday decorations will be making their way to the parks soon. In years past, holiday decorations have popped up right around this time (just ahead of Halloween) in places like Hollywood Studios too. You can bet we’re looking closely for any updates there! Holiday decorations don’t typically pop up in Magic Kingdom, however, until November 1st, allowing Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party to have its time to shine in the moonlight before the Mariah Carey holiday music echoes throughout the land. Again, we’ll be on the lookout for updates with that as well. Not Much Else in Terms of Holiday Decor…YET! On November 11th, the holiday season “officially” begins in Disney World. We expect there will be more announcements in the coming days regarding what holiday snacks will be available and more. To see everything confirmed for the 2022 holiday season (so far) click here! If you’re looking for more holiday news, click here to see the trailer for the Guardians of the Galaxy holiday special, and click here to see the Pixar holiday collection you’ll either LOVE or HATE! And don’t forget to pick up our DFB Guide to the Holidays 2022! It’ll be your key to truly conquering the holidays in Disney World this year. Don't Miss Out on Any Disney World Fun This Holiday Season! The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2022 is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. Order The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2022 now! It includes over 400 pages of must-have information, including: A full What's New!! chapter for the 2022 Holiday Season A full Monthly Schedule of Events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World's busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And, of course, we'll tell you where to eat! ;-D Click HERE to order your 2022 Guide now and get 20% off with code PEPPERMINT! As always, our e-Books are 100% guaranteed! If you don't love it, you get your money back! Want Even MORE? The DFB Everything Bundle comes with ALL of our guides, including the Holiday Guide, for one low price! It includes: The DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining 2022 The 2022 EPCOT Food and Wine Festival Guide The DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Holidays 2022 Pre-Order 2023 EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival Guide All Three DFB Snack Guides Click HERE to order your DFB Everything Bundle! MORE Disney World Holiday INFO! Check Out Everything Announced for the 2022 Holiday Season in Disney World Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is Coming BACK in 2022 – Get the Latest Details Get All of the Latest Information About the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays We’ll Take This Little Golden Disney Book in Our Stocking, Santa! Learn Everything You Need to Know About Disney World Holiday Dining and Events See How Much It Costs to Do Disney World at Christmas in 2022 Watch Our Video About What We Wish We’d Known Before Going to Disney World During the Holidays Check Out Our Photos & Reviews of the Holiday Treats in Disney World from 2021 Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest holiday news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Are you going to Disney World for the holidays? Tell us in the comments! The post PHOTOS: The FIRST Holiday Decorations Have Arrived in Disney’s Animal Kingdom! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Welcome to the Disney World park going through the most change right now — EPCOT! SO much is going on in EPCOT EPCOT has been going through a major transformation — the park is seeing new rides, new restaurants, new attractions, and even got new “neighborhoods” at the front of the park. We’ve been keeping an eye on all of the updates, big and small, and we’re here to share them with you today! Before we get into the updates, be sure to check out the FREE DFB checklist for EPCOT! You can download the list by clicking below — it will help make sure you have the best day possible on your next visit to EPCOT. On with the updates! EPCOT Food Updates House of Good Fortune In the China pavilion gift shop House of Good Fortune, we often see interesting flavors on classic snacks like Lays. On a recent trip we found Garlic Oyster Flavored Chips! Chips Would you try these? The Queen’s Table EPCOT is known for its snacks and did you know you can get different types of candy in the gift shops around World Showcase? Over at The Queen’s Table gift shop in the U.K. pavilion, we found several shortbreads including the Cinnamon and Demerara Shortbread for $12.99… Shortbread …Traditional Shortbread for $12.99… Yum! …and Original Shortbread in a tube for $34.99. Shortbread in a tube! There is also chocolate like the Whitakers Coffee Collection for $21.99… Coffee and chocolate? Yes please! …and the Whitakers Rose and Violet Creams Collection! Unique chocolates Sounds delicious! You can also grab a box of those for $21.99. The Pizza Has Changed at Connections Eatery in EPCOT EPCOT Construction Updates Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana Construction on the new Moana-themed attraction continues! Changes have been pretty small recently, but the project continues to go vertical. This is what you can see just by walking around the park! Construction The attraction is set to open in late 2023 and it seems to be coming along. See more Journey of Water construction photos here! EPCOT Merchandise Updates Camera Center Still want to celebrate EPCOT’s 40th anniversary? Check out these magnets! There’s one with Figment and the 40th logo… Magnet …the EPCOT logo… Logo magnet …a Rainbow Figment magnet… Hey Figment! …and an Annual Passholder exclusive magnet for $14.99 each. Passholder magnet The pass holder magnet has the date — October 1st, 2022! Creations Shop Over at the Creations Shop, you’ll find this adorable Figment sweater for $78. Figment Sweater There are also a few new Marvel patches like this Spider-Man patch for $9.99… Patch …and this X-Men Patch that also costs $9.99. X-Men Patch Can you believe Halloween is right around the corner? For the spooky holiday you can grab the Skeleton Dance Button-Up Shirt for $59.99. Spooky! For $59.99, you can get a pair of matching pants! Pants to match! There’s also this style of Skeleton Dance Pants for $54.99. More pants The new Black Panther movie is coming out soon and to celebrate you can find the Wakanda Keychain Set here for $19.99. It’s a set of 4! Keychain Set There are also 40th Anniversary AirPod Cases with Figment… 40th anniversary case …and a color 40th anniversary pattern. They are $19.99 each! Love! The Color Me Courtney Tiana collection debuted at the D23 Expo and it is making its way to Disney World. That includes the Tiana Letterman Jacket! Tiana jacket The jacket costs $99.99. Port of Entry The EPCOT Food & Wine Festival is still happening in the park and you can celebrate with the Wine Your Way Around the World Mug for $14.99! Wine Around the World? If you say so! The festival is ending soon, so be sure to visit before it’s over! Mitsukoshi The holidays are around the corner and you can get a head start on decorating with the Paper Crane Ornament in the Japan pavilion! So pretty! It’s $23.95 and gorgeous! France Pavilion Okay, where are our cheese fans at? You’ve gotta see the Live the Cheese Live Ratatouille Tumbler! CHEESE This is such a fun take-home for $24.99. Food & Wine Festival Merchandise Kiosk If you’ve been to an EPCOT festival, chances are you’ve used a trash can as a table. Remember your time there with the Trash Can Salt & Pepper Shakers! We love a good Disney trash can! They are $9.99 each. Mission Space Gift Shop Star Wars fans should check out the Star Wars Hoodie. Hoodie It’s $74.99. House of Good Fortune In the China pavilion, you’ll find this set of Bee and Flower Soaps! Soap It’s only $9.95 for the set of 4. Germany Pavilion Beer Shop If you need a cute bottle opener keychain there are two in Germany! Bottle opener keychain They each feature a German outfit — how cute are these? Germany bottle opener Each one is $16.99. La Bottega Italiana In the mask shop in the Italy pavilion, you’ll find the God of Wine Mask. This one is a little spooky if you stare at it for too long. It’ll cost you $325. We’re a little scared… There’s also the wearable Double Mask that is hand-painted beautifully! Double mask This one is $175. Souk-al-Magreb Aladdin fans should check out the Small Aladdin Planter for $19.99… Small planter …or the Large Jasmine Planter! Large planter That one is $24.99. The Queen’s Table Over in the U.K. pavilion, you’ll find several unique teapots you can take home! There’s a Bear… Obsessed …a white Scottish Terrier… Teapot …and a black Scottish Terrier for $75 each. Too cute! There’s also a Guard Teapot for $65! Guard Teapot You’ll also find a Phone Teapot… Phone teapot …and a Train Teapot! Choo Choo! The train and phone are $95! The One Place You Can Find EPCOT 40th Anniversary Ears EPCOT Miscellaneous Updates Club Cool On a recent visit to Club Cool, we saw that there were plain cups instead of the Coca-Cola logo cups. Plain cups We’ll be on the lookout for the regular cups to return! Mexico Pavilion The animatronic bird inside the Mexico pyramid is working again! Hey there! You’ll find him near the ramp inside the pyramid. African Outpost In the African Outpost area in World Showcase, there are new signs including Wachongaji Wood Carvings… New sign …and Amani Village Traders. Sign We haven’t noticed a change in merchandise — just a sign refresh! Pavement We also noticed that there was a small piece of pavement that had been damaged near the front of the park. Pavement damaged This was in two places behind Spaceship Earth. With all of the construction around, this isn’t much of a surprise! Every Drink You Can Get at Club Cool Those are all of the latest updates from EPCOT! As things continue to change, we’ll continue to keep you updated on the latest in the park — stay tuned to DFB! In the meantime, check out our video on 50 secret menu items 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 is your favorite update from EPCOT? Let us know in the comments! The post What's New at EPCOT: Garlic OYSTER Chips and Figment Merch! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Well, we’re about to get into the ho-ho-ho-holiday spirit because it will soon be Christmastime at Disney World! Magic Kingdom Holiday Decorations We’re ready to see all the pretty decorations, enjoy some fabulous food and entertainment from the EPCOT Festival of the Holidays, and go to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party. But the holidays also bring something else to Disney World: crowds. So just how busy will Disney World be during the holidays? Park Pass Reservations We can already tell you that Christmas Day in at least one park at Disney World will be completely full — park pass reservations are gone for Magic Kingdom on Christmas Day. ©Disney This means that you can expect the park to hit capacity, especially once park hopping begins at 2PM. New Year’s Eve is also completely sold out for Magic Kingdom. ©Disney Note that park passes could be refilled, but we’re already looking at two very busy days, at least in Magic Kingdom. In December of last year, the last two weeks of December had days when there were no park pass reservations left for all four parks, and it’s likely we’ll see that again this year, especially now that it seems that travel demand is even higher in 2022 than it was in 2021. How to make park pass reservations in Disney World Historically Christmastime has historically been a busy time for Disney World, although a lot has changed in the past two years. However, we have noticed that the first two weeks of December have the least crowded days in the parks, and the last two weeks are historically the busiest. Last year, the crowds really started picking up the weekend before Christmas. Weekend before Christmas 2021 So what did those last two weeks of December look like last year? Let’s just say things were busy, even in Disney Springs, when we spotted a LONG line to get into World of Disney (looks like a lot of people always wait until the last minute to finish their holiday shopping). LONG Line Waiting to Get Into World of Disney in 2021 So we’ll tell you that if you’re visiting Disney World during those last two weeks of 2022, be prepared to stand in line, no matter where you are! ‘We’re Not Out of the Woods Yet’ — Holiday Travel Problems You Need to Prepare For in 2022 Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party This year marks the return of Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, and that could also mean bigger crowds in Magic Kingdom, especially on party days. The early part of those days might be quiet, but once the party crowds start mingling with the day guests, things are going to feel very busy. We also expect the parties to feel a little more crowded. 2019 Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party crowds Magic Kingdom also closes early to those without party tickets on those days, so expect the other three parks to be more crowded, especially in the afternoons. Here Are All the Dates That Are SOLD OUT for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party in Disney World Wait Times If you happen to visit Disney World the week of Christmas, we’re just going to tell you this — wait times for rides could be long, especially for the more popular rides. Last year, there were some rides with multi-hour waits, but we could see even longer waits this year. Frozen Ever After line This could mean that Genie+ is a necessity for your party, although depending on demand, it could cost you quite a bit. Here’s the ultimate guide to Disney Genie and Genie+ So if you’re planning on visiting Disney World in December, we hope you’re forewarned! The parks will be crowded, so you will want to plan ahead. Make sure you have the park passes you need for the weeks leading up to Christmas and be prepared to potentially be turned away from Magic Kingdom due to capacity restraints when hopping. Be sure to keep checking back with us — we’ll let you know when park pass reservations fill up for parks during the holidays, as well as keep you updated on any changes to park hours (which happens a lot during this time of the year!). Of course, we also highly recommend keeping an eye on those park hours yourself and make sure to make you make your park pass reservations as soon as you can. It’s also a good idea to get those advance dining reservations made as early as you can — this would be 60 days from the first day of you Disney World trip. See everything CONFIRMED to return to Disney World this holiday season 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 during the holidays? Let us know in the comments! The post How Busy Is Disney World At Christmastime? first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Did you hear the news?! Blizzard Beach water park is REOPENING in Disney World soon! Blizzard Beach Water Park Yep — the water park has been closed since the beginning of the year, and it will be officially reopening on November 13th, 2022. Disney revealed that there will be some new eats, treats, and drinks, as well as some returning favorites. There will also be some special holiday magic happening! But, one of the biggest changes at the water park is an area that’s received a new look! The kids area of Blizzard Beach has gotten a Frozen makeover! Tike’s Peak has miniature slides and attractions for the little ones, and the area now has a new look. Anna and Elsa’s igloo castle is now in the area, and Olaf and his Snowgie pals are hanging out in the warm wading pool. ©Disney It looks like Olaf got his wish of enjoying the sunshine! This is the only image of the new area that Disney has shared so far, but we’ll be sure to check out the new area when the water park reopens on November 13th. For a refresher, this is what the area looked like before the park closed for refurbishment. Tike’s Peak ©Disney There will also be some Frozen-themed food items coming to Blizzard Beach! Disney hasn’t revealed what the items will be yet, but could they possibly be…frozen? Like a frozen Frozen treat? We’ll have to wait and see! Cross Country Creek at Blizzard Beach For more on what’s going on around Disney World, check out a GINORMOUS list of NEW food and treats coming to Disney World soon, where you can ride a sleigh in Disney World this holiday season, and five big reasons you might see an empty Disney World in 2023. Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney news and updates. 7 TERRIBLE Things We Recommend 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. Will you be visiting Blizzard Beach when it reopens? Tell us in the comments! The post FIRST LOOK at the NEW Frozen Area at Blizzard Beach in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

A missing snack, Walt Disney World Railroad construction, and a LOT of new souvenirs — Magic Kingdom has seen quite a few changes over the last few days! Cinderella Castle If you haven’t been to Disney World recently, you’ve probably missed some of the updates over in Disney World’s most popular park. But don’t worry — we have all the info you need to stay current on the changes! Follow along with us as we show you everything that’s NEW in Magic Kingdom. Before we get to the updates…are you visiting Magic Kingdom soon? If so, be sure to download our free checklist for this park so that you don’t miss out on any of the rides, attractions, and snacks! Click the link below and enter your email to get this checklist sent directly to your inbox. Let’s start out with an update about the Main Street Confectionery, which is a popular place to grab a treat! Magic Kingdom Food Updates The Main Street Confectionery At the Main Street Confectionery, you can visit the Kernel Kitchen to create your own customized mix of Disney popcorn, adding in treats and sauce drizzles. You can build your own from scratch or order one of the suggested combinations. Kernel Kitchen When we stopped by recently, we saw that the rainbow popcorn was missing from the Kernel Kitchen’s mixing area. So if you wanted to create a mix using that flavor of popcorn, you might be out of luck. There are other popcorn flavors to choose from, though, including caramel popcorn if you’re looking for a sweet treat! No rainbow! The Cast Members didn’t have an expected date for it to return, but it’s likely to come back at some point soon. We’ll be watching for its return! Click here to see hidden details in the Main Street Confectionery. Magic Kingdom Construction Updates Walt Disney World Railroad Construction The Walt Disney World Railroad has been closed in this park for a long time, partially because construction on the upcoming TRON: Lightcycle Run roller coaster has interrupted the tracks over in Tomorrowland. Lately, we’ve seen lots of construction work near the Fantasyland railroad station, with new tracks being laid down over there. And the updates on the rusty water tower over here are finally complete now! Walt Disney World Railroad Water Tower We’re hoping this update means that the Railroad will open soon, but it’s possible that it could remain closed until TRON construction wraps up. That coaster is expected to be finished in the spring of 2023. TRON: Lightcycle Run Construction And speaking of TRON, we saw some updates on the construction site for this coaster as well. You can see the whole site pretty well if you take a ride on the PeopleMover. The crew has been working on the entrance area, which now has more concrete pathways and some planters as well. TRON construction If you check out this site after dark, you might be able to catch Disney testing out the lighting for the attraction as well. Click here for a full update on the TRON: Lightcycle Run construction. Magic Kingdom Merchandise Updates Emporium We found a lot of new items in the Emporium, starting with a new Marvel mug! You can get this Doctor Strange mug for $22.99. Hidden art is revealed on the mug when you pour hot liquid into it! Dr. Strange Mug We also saw a cardholder featuring Pluto, who’s about to get a tasty bone. It’s available for $16.99. Pluto wallet This holiday Pop Socket with Mickey on it is $26.99. Holiday Pop Socket Marvel fans will want to check out this lanyard pin set for $34.99… Marvel pin set …and this Marvel logo bucket hat for $29.99. Marvel hat A different hat — this one a baseball cap — is all about Disney’s upcoming movie Strange World. It says, “Let’s go make history” and costs $24.99. ‘Strange World’ hat There were a couple of new Cuddleez plushes, including Mickey Mouse for $39.99… Mickey Cuddleez …and Winnie the Pooh, also for $39.99. Winnie the Pooh Cuddleez More cute new plushes were here as well. Some of the new Disney Munchlings toys got holiday makeovers! Each of the large plushes is $34.99. There was a Mickey Mouse Peppermint Bark Cupcake… Holiday Munchling …a Minnie Mouse Candy Cane Cupcake… Peppermint Minnie …and a gingerbread cookie Stitch! It’s Stitch! We’ve previously seen these festive Munchlings online as well, so you can buy them even if you’re not going to the parks soon (they cost the same online as they do in the parks). Click here to check out these Munchlings online! The miniature Munchlings come in mystery packs, and now 2 new holiday designs have been added into the mix. Munchlings mystery pack You could get the Mickey Mouse Cool Mint Candy or the Minnie Mouse Peppermint Meringue Hard Candy. Each mystery pack costs $16.99. Which one will you get? If you’re worried about the recent price increases at Savi’s Workshop (where you can build your own lightsaber in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge), you can check out these lightsaber-building kits in the Emporium instead! There’s one for Darth Vader’s saber for $29.99… Darth Vader lightsaber set …and one for Obi-Wan Kenobi’s lightsaber, also for $29.99. Obi-Wan lightsaber set Speaking of Star Wars, we also found this “Padawan” hat for $24.99. “Padawan” Star Wars hat We spotted a Zootopia knit beanie for $24.99… Zootopia beanie …and a Zootopia water bottle for $27.99. Zootopia water bottle If you want some other water bottle options, this retro Mickey Mouse water bottle was $27.99… Retro water bottle …and the 50th Anniversary Cinderella Castle water bottle was recently restocked! Each one of these is $34.99. 50th water bottle We also spotted a new Black Panther MagicBand+ for $54.99… Black Panther Magicband+ …a Disney Cruise Line ship playset for $99.99… Cruise line playset …a Princess Jasmine keychain… Jasmine Pin …and a Minnie Mouse backpack for $44.99. Minnie backpack If you can’t wait for Halloween to come, you can get this Nightmare Before Christmas countdown calendar for $69.99. Countdown calendar And finally, we saw a couple of new holiday items! This Monsters, Inc. shirt features Mike and Sully with the words “I wrapped it myself.” Monsters, Inc. shirt Another festive tee featured Minnie and Mickey with the words “Make It Merry and Bright.” Holiday shirt The Mickey and Minnie shirt was $24.99. Main Street Cinema Over at the Main Street Cinema, we saw some new items that are part of the 50th anniversary Vault Collection. There’s a new sweatshirt that throws it back to the 20th anniversary of Walt Disney World ($39.99)… 20th anniversary sweatshirt …along with matching sweatpants ($49.99)! 20th anniversary sweatpants There were also a couple of new items in the 50th anniversary Vans collection in this store, including slip-on shoes featuring Mickey and his friends for $69.99… Vans slip-on shoes …and a bucket hat with characters inside colorful polka dots. Vans bucket hat The bucket hat was $39.99. Sir Mickey’s Sir Mickey’s is one of our favorite gift shops in this park — the details are in here are so cool! You’ll find lots of Disney princess items for sale in this shop, including these new gold dress-up shoes for $34.99. Dress-up Shoes We also found a sparkly Sleeping Beauty purse for $29.99… Sleeping Beauty purse …and a Disney Princess pillow for $39.99. Disney Princess Pillow The pillow says, “And they lived happily ever after.” Frontier Trading Post This is the place to be for Disney pin collectors! We found a “Fine and Dandy” pin featuring Mickey for $17.99. Mickey and Minnie pin Big Pixar fans might know about classroom A113, where many Disney animation legends studied at the California Institute of the Arts. That classroom number is hidden in many Pixar films, and now you can get pins that honor the tradition! The A113 Pixar Pin Mystery Pack is $24.99. A113 Pins But pins aren’t the only thing at this shop. We also spotted a new pink Mickey blanket for $59.99… Pink blanket …a Spider-Man patch for $9.99… Spider-Man patch …and an X-Men patch, also for $9.99. X-Men patch Now on to the next stop! Big Top Souvenirs At Big Top Souvenirs, we found a new Zootopia hat for $24.99. Zootopia hat It’s designed with pastel colors and says “Takin’ It Easy.” Star Traders One of our favorite finds of this trip was this neon and black Walt Disney World logo beanie at Star Traders! Disney World beanie It’s available for $24.99. Plaza del Sol Caribe Bazaar Our last stop was Plaza del Sol Caribe Bazaar, which is located by the Pirates of the Caribbean ride. Here, we found a couple of reversible bandanas, including a black one… Bandana …and a purple and gold one. Reversible Bandana Each was $11.95. Click here to find new Disney holiday pajamas online! 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! There are some new holiday designs as well. Oh What Fun Sweatshirt If you’re looking for more updates on the Disney World parks, you can check out what’s new over at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, or see the latest updates from Disney Springs! Stay tuned to DFB for more updates on all the latest Disney news. Click here to discover the BEST breakfast at Magic Kingdom. 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 Magic Kingdom? Let us know in the comments. The post What’s New at Magic Kingdom: TRON Construction Updates and a Popcorn Mystery first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We know it’s still spooky season for a little while longer, but the holidays are coming up fast, and this proves it! ©Disney Disney has lots of plans for this upcoming season, including the return of Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party and lots of tasty treats that will come to the Disney World parks. If you’re staying home for the holidays, you can still enjoy some Disney magic with Disney+ holiday specials. Now, the trailer is out for a NEW special that’s going to star…Kevin Bacon? Disney just released the trailer for The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special, which will stream on Disney+ starting November 25th! In the trailer, we see that Peter Quill’s friends want to give him the best holiday ever. That includes a trip to Earth to enjoy gift-giving, festive treats, and, as Drax says, “someone special.” Find out who that “someone” is in the new trailer! That’s right — it’s the legendary Kevin Bacon! He’ll star alongside the guardians in this holiday special. ©Disney There are more holiday movies and shows coming to Disney+ soon, like The Hip Hop Nutcracker on November 25th, Mickey Saves Christmas on November 28th, and The Santa Clauses — Chapter Four: The Shoes Off the Bed Clause on November 30th. ©Disney We’ll keep watching for more news about the holidays in Disney World, so stay tuned to DFB for all the latest updates. Click here to see everything coming to Disney+ this November. 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! What’s your favorite Disney holiday movie? Let us know in the comments. The post VIDEO: Trailer Released for Disney’s Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World does not have any shortage of dining options, and with over 200 restaurants on property, you might even experience analysis-paralysis. Space 220 Lunch Spread But there are limited options where you can find a meal and a show! We’re going to go through and provide you with the ULTIMATE guide for Disney World Dinner Shows. Hoop Dee Doo Musical Revue Ok, strictly speaking, at the present time, there is only ONE true “dinner show,” and that’s the Hoop Dee Doo Musical Revue at Fort Wilderness Campgrounds. This is an extravaganza of food and entertainment that the whole family will love. Seriously, it’s hard not to have a good time here. Pioneer Hall Located in Pioneer Hall at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground, the setting is a huge barn complete with stage and musical numbers, and there are (literally!) buckets of food for the table to share, serving up an all-you-care-to-enjoy meal of fried chicken (find the recipe here!), ribs, mashed potatoes, and MUCH more. Round up the little ‘uns and get ready for a show! Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue There are typically three showtimes per evening for Hoop-Dee-Doo: 4PM, 6:15PM, and 8:30PM. And there are three seating categories to choose from Category 1: $74 for adults/$44 for Children ages 3 to 9, Category 2: $69 for adults/$40 for Children ages 3 to 9, Category 3: $66 for adults/$39 for Children ages 3 to 9. Pre-payment in full is required. We love that fried chicken! Fort Wilderness can take a while to get to. Take a gander at the bus and boat systems to be sure you have plenty of time to get to Fort Wilderness for your reservation. (And note that Disney recommends you arrive 30 minutes prior to your scheduled showtime.) If you arrive by car or Disney bus from another park to the entrance of Fort Wilderness, you will need to take an additional bus ride to Pioneer Hall, where Hoop-Dee-Doo is presented. Disney recommends allowing 30 additional minutes for this transfer. Bus Stop at Disney’s Fort Wilderness There are three seating categories that guests may choose from. Categories 1 and 2 offer wheelchair-accessible seating. Every seat in the house offers a great view, but note that Category 3 tables have stools where you must swivel to view the show facing a different direction from your table. The show takes several intermissions, though, for food service… and more eatin’! That said, we recommend seating in Category 1 or 2 to best enjoy the show. Hoop-Dee-Doo is a hootin’ good time! The performances are incredible and very entertaining — there is almost always something to look at or listen to. It’s truly a very special experience that you can’t find in many other places, at least not to this level and theming. The energy in here is just unmatched! Hoop Dee Doo Revue…Review! If slap-stick singalong comedy and endless fried chicken aren’t your things (mysterious…but you do you…), then here are some ways to enjoy different versions of Disney World Dinner Shows. Fireworks Dining Packages It’s a dine and shine experience, as you can nosh on some really amazing food while the sky explodes with colorful fireworks. And even better, you don’t have to stake out a prime seat for the fireworks hours in advance, you can watch them from the comfort of your own table (though you do have to stake out your dining reservation 60 days in advance). Harmonious in EPCOT Fireworks Dining Packages are available for EPCOT, Hollywood Studios, and even near Magic Kingdom, so you have no shortage of options — in fact, the hardest might be choosing one instead of all of them! EPCOT Fireworks Dining Packages Rose & Crown Fireworks Dining Package — The Rose & Crown Fireworks Dining Package offers a prix fixe meal, including an appetizer, an entrée, a dessert platter, and unlimited beverages. (Rose & Crown serves classic British dishes like Fish and Chips, Bangers and Mash, and Sticky Toffee Pudding.) Guests will be seated on the outdoor patio from which to enjoy Harmonious. Price is $89 for adults, and $39 for children. Our view from the Rose & Crown Fireworks Package Spice Road Table Fireworks Dining Package — The Spice Road Table Dining Package includes the guest’s choice of two small plates, a dessert platter, and unlimited beverages. (Spice Road Table serves Mediterranean small plates, such as Hummus Fries, Spiced Chicken, and Grilled Lamb Kefta.) Guests will be seated on the covered outdoor dining room in the Morocco pavilion from which to enjoy Harmonious. Price is $72 for adults, and $31 for children. REVIEW: Do Unlimited Pints of Beer Make EPCOT’s Fireworks Package Worth It? Hollywood Studios Fireworks Dining Package Fantasmic Dining Package — The Fantasmic! Dining Package offers a meal at a participating restaurant in Disney’s Hollywood Studios AND reserved seating for a showing of the popular Fantasmic! Nighttime Spectacular! Guests may choose from 50s Prime Time Cafe, Mama Melrose’s Ristorante Italiano, Hollywood & Vine, Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater Restaurant, and The Hollywood Brown Derby for this Dining Package. Prices vary based on which restaurant is chosen and range from $49 -$73 per adult and $22-$36 per child. When You Can Book Fantasmic! Dining Packages for Disney World! California Grill Fireworks Dining Package Celebration at the Top: 50th Flavors & Fireworks at Disney’s Contemporary Resort — Enjoy an evening of small plates, sushi, and spirits at the Contemporary Resort’s California Grill, along with an exclusive viewing area from which to enjoy Disney Enchantment, the new Magic Kingdom fireworks spectacular for the 50th Anniversary of Walt Disney World! Celebration at the Top Spread Celebration at the Top is held on select evenings, and you can check the dates and availability on the Disney World website. $129 per guest, plus tax and gratuity. Disney World Celebration at the Top: 50th Flavors & Fireworks EPCOT Festival Dining Packages Depending on when you visit Disney World, you might get to experience one of EPCOT’s many seasonal festivals. Festival of the Arts (mid-January through the end of February), the International Flower & Garden Festival (early-March through early-July), the International Food & Wine Festival (mid-July through mid-November), and the International Festival of the Holidays (end of November through the end of December). The dates vary from year to year, so check the Disney World Calendar for your specific vacation dates. Festival of the Arts Check out the Disney on Broadway Concert Series Dining Packages, offering guests the chance to pair lunch or dinner (either a three-course meal or full buffet, based on location) at a participating EPCOT Table Service restaurant with guaranteed priority seating for an evening show on the same date. Packages start at $57 for adults, and at $22 per child. International Flower & Garden Festival Check out the Garden Rocks Dining Packages that are available, offering guests the chance to pair lunch or dinner (either a three-course meal or full buffet, based on location) at a participating EPCOT Table Service restaurant with guaranteed priority seating for an evening show on the same date. Packages start at $57 for adults, and at $22 per child. International Food & Wine Festival The popular Eat to the Beat Dining Packages combine dining with a show during this festival. The dining packages entitle guests to lunch or dinner at select EPCOT restaurants, and include same-day reserved seating at the Eat to the Beat Concert that evening. Dining Packages are offered on Friday through Monday nights throughout the Festival. Packages start at $57 for adults, and at $22 per child. International Festival of the Holidays Walt Disney World’s EPCOT has always been a beloved destination for guests visiting during the Holiday Season. The Candlelight Processional is an endearing, traditional way to celebrate the Christmas Story. Three performances take place each night at 5:15PM, 7PM, and 8:30PM. Candlelight Processional Dining Packages allow guests to pair lunch or dinner at a participating EPCOT Table Service restaurant and enjoy reserved seating for the popular production. Candlelight Processional dining package in Germany pavilion So though these types of dinner shows don’t offer entertainment while you eat, if you grab a to-go box, you can always nosh on your leftovers during the concert! See, we’re all about solving problems over here at DFB! 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. Reservations Now OPEN for Candlelight Processional Dining Packages in Disney World Make Your Own Dinner Show This is where you can really let your creativity shine! You can grab some mobile orders to-go, head to your resort, or create your own picnic and have your kids act out their favorite part of their day. Snag a counter service meal or a seat by a window in a restaurant at Disney Springs and people-watch all of the shoppers and vacationers. No, it’s not creepy, it’s considered “guest appreciation”. Make a reservation at Sanaa and enjoy watching the animals on the savanna from the window while you eat. Or, just grab some Zebra Domes from Mara and head to the animal viewing area to have your dessert party! Disney Springs Have dinner over at a restaurant in the Grand Floridian or Polynesian, and then wrap up your night on the Seven Seas Lagoon Beach and watch the fireworks. You can do the same over at BoardWalk Inn, or Beach and Yacht Club and watch Harmonious. A DFB Guide to the BEST Seats at Disney World Restaurants So, there you have it! The ULTIMATE guide to dinner shows at Disney World. We have some traditional dinner shows, and some unique options to help keep you fed and entertained! One thing is for sure, Disney is constantly changing, so we may find some new dinner show options. So, stay tuned to DFB, and we’ll keep you posted on all things Disney, food, and well, dinner shows! 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. Do enjoy a good dinner show? Which one do you think you’ll try on your next Disney World trip? Let us know your opinions in the comments! The post The Ultimate Guide To Disney World Dinner Shows first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney Pencil Magic With Stacia Martin | Celebrating Mickey Mouse | Walt Disney World ResortView the full article

Got an upcoming holiday trip to Disney World planned? Magic Kingdom Christmas decor We hope you’ve already bought your tickets and booked your Park Pass Reservations, because the holiday season is filling up QUICKLY! Christmas Day park passes have already sold out for Magic Kingdom, and the same can be said for New Year’s Eve. Now, it looks like another holiday is booked up in Magic Kingdom and the rest of the parks could be soon to follow! If you were hoping to spend Thanksgiving in Magic Kingdom, we hope you already booked your park passes as there are no more reservations available for November 24th. This is true whether you’re a Theme Park Ticket Holder… ©Disney …or Disney World Resort Hotel Guest. Since Magic Kingdom is full for Thanksgiving at the moment, it’s possible that we could see other parks fill up now too, as guests could be planning on park hopping to Magic Kingdom once that 2PM mark rolls around. ©Disney For now, Annual Passholders still have full availability for all four Disney World theme parks. ©Disney Don’t worry if you haven’t booked your Magic Kingdom park pass for Thanksgiving Day yet, though, as Disney World park pass availability changes all the time! Keep checking the availability calendar for more passes to become available, and we’ll keep an eye out for any updates to the park pass calendar. Cinderella Castle Whew. We know that planning a Disney World trip around the holidays is A LOT — which is why we bring you posts like this so often But we’ve also put together a complete guide in ebook format that gives you all of the info you need, all in one place! Use code WDW2022 for 25% off our DFB Guide to Dining at Walt Disney World. Be sure to stay tuned to DFB for the latest Disney news and more! Here’s Your New Favorite Ugly Christmas Sweater To Wear to Disney World Don't Miss Out on Any Disney World Fun This Holiday Season! The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2022 is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. Order The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2022 now! It includes over 400 pages of must-have information, including: A full What's New!! chapter for the 2022 Holiday Season A full Monthly Schedule of Events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World's busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And, of course, we'll tell you where to eat! ;-D Click HERE to order your 2022 Guide now and get 20% off with code PEPPERMINT! As always, our e-Books are 100% guaranteed! If you don't love it, you get your money back! Want Even MORE? The DFB Everything Bundle comes with ALL of our guides, including the Holiday Guide, for one low price! It includes: The DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining 2022 The 2022 EPCOT Food and Wine Festival Guide The DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Holidays 2022 Pre-Order 2023 EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival Guide All Three DFB Snack Guides Click HERE to order your DFB Everything Bundle! MORE Disney World Holiday INFO! Check Out Everything Announced for the 2022 Holiday Season in Disney World Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is Coming BACK in 2022 – Get the Latest Details Get All of the Latest Information About the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays We’ll Take This Little Golden Disney Book in Our Stocking, Santa! Learn Everything You Need to Know About Disney World Holiday Dining and Events See How Much It Costs to Do Disney World at Christmas in 2022 Watch Our Video About What We Wish We’d Known Before Going to Disney World During the Holidays Check Out Our Photos & Reviews of the Holiday Treats in Disney World from 2021 Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest holiday news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Have you been to Disney World on Thanksgiving? Let us know in the comments! The post Magic Kingdom is SOLD OUT for Thanksgiving Day first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney Parks Artist and Historian Stacia Martin brought her pencil magic back to Walt Disney World, this time to draw our beloved pal Mickey Mouse and share more about Mickey Mouse’s history.View the full article

NEWS FLASH! Disney World is fun, magical, and full of delicious snacks, but it can also be the place where you end up getting a MASSIVE headache thanks to some of its most popular rides. Uh Oh…Get the Headache Meds We’ve already shared a guide to riding attractions while pregnant and a specific look at whether Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind will make you sick. But what if you’re just prone to getting headaches or start to feel a headache coming on? What rides should you avoid in that instance? Well, we reached out to our DFB team of Disney experts and this is what they had to say! Magic Kingdom At Magic Kingdom, there are a few rides you might want to avoid if you’re someone who gets headaches easily, or if you’re starting to feel the beginnings of a headache coming on. In Tomorrowland, you may want to steer clear of Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin. The movement and lights here might not feel great on your head, particularly in that one tunnel where there are lots of lights around you. Keep firing in the tunnel! Also in Tomorrowland, Space Mountain might be one to consider avoiding. The fast turns and rest of the track can jostle you around quite a bit. Combine that with some of the lighting and effects, and your head might thank you for skipping this ride. Space Mountain With Lights On One of our DFB team members specifically noted that if they feel like a headache is coming on or if they’re just being particularly cautious since they are prone to headaches, they’d also avoid these rides: The Barnstormer — it’s another one that can jostle you around quite a bit Big Thunder Mountain Railroad — another coaster that could jostle you to the point of making your head feel not-so-great Mad Tea Party — spinning, spinning, spinning; enough said Tomorrowland Speedway — for those particularly sensitive to smells, the distinct scent here could cause headaches or the way the attraction moves could make you feel less-than-great if you’re already feeling a headache coming Avoid the Spinning! Of course, only you know yourself and what tends to trigger your own headaches, but these are some of the recommendations from our team! Other rides you might want to be cautious about include Astro Orbiter (spinning!), Magic Carpets of Aladdin (spinning!), Dumbo the Flying Elephant (spinning!), and Seven Dwarfs Mine Train (while smoother than some other coasters, if you think a coaster, in general, could trigger a headache, you might want to be cautious). Want a checklist that’ll help you conquer Magic Kingdom? Click below! Overview MANY things can trigger headaches and those will vary from person to person. You know yourself best, so you may look at this list and say “those rides don’t bother me!” while another might say “oh yes, ALL of those gave me headaches!” The key is to really be aware of your own triggers and avoid what you think will impact you the most. If you know 3-D movies give you headaches (with or without a moving ride attached to it), then you’ll probably want to avoid all of those. You do what is best for YOU! What Gives You a Headache? And remember that factors outside of just lighting, sudden jostling movements, etc. can trigger headaches. According to information from Harvard, stress, diet, the environment you’re in, caffeine withdrawal, and a lack of sleep could also trigger headaches. Be sure to stay hydrated, get rest, and be cautious of your diet and stress levels in the park, as those can also affect you. What Disney World rides cause YOU to have a headache? Tell us in the comments below! And stay tuned for more Disney news! Planning a Trip to Disney World? We’ve Got Everything You Need to Know The Ultimate Guide to Planning a Disney World Vacation A Month-by-Month Guide to Planning Your Disney World Trip Tips, Hints, Lists, and Videos for Planning the BEST Disney World Trip How Many Days Do You Really Need in Disney World? How to Have the CHEAPEST Trip to Disney World 5 Simple Planning Tips You Need to Know About Before Your Next Disney World Trip The CHEAPEST Days to Visit Disney World in 2023 EVERYTHING You Need to Know Before Booking a 2023 Disney World Trip Learn About the Disney Park Pass System The Ultimate Disney World Packing List Everything You Need to Know About Genie+ Insider SECRETS for Your First Trip to Disney World A Complete Look at the Current Disney Discounts and Deals The ONLY Disney Dining Planning Tool You’ll Need Is Here – Get the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining! Join the DFB Newsletter to Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click Here to Subscribe What Disney World rides cause YOU to have a headache? Tell us in the comments below! The post 17 Disney World Rides You Should AVOID If You're Prone to Headaches 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. Advent calendars are something plenty of people can look forward to during the holiday season, no matter their age. Advent calendars are one of the best ways to get into the holiday spirit! Despite the many unique and varied new types of calendars we’ve seen recently, it’s difficult to beat a classic chocolate advent calendar. They’re even better when they’re from a well-known chocolate brand! These types of advent calendars can be much more expensive than your standard grocery-store variety. Right now you have the chance to snag one of these calendars full of fancy chocolates for 30% off thanks to Macy’s Friends & Family Deal! From now until October 31st, you can use the code FRIEND to get 10-30% off select items. Here are some of the delicious chocolates you could be enjoying this holiday season! FRANGO CHOCOLATES Holiday Chocolate Advent Calendar Do you love mint chocolate? If you do, this is the advent calendar for you! Each tiny window contains a morsel of milk chocolate tinged with refreshing mint for a daily holiday treat. FRANGO CHOCOLATES Holiday Chocolate Advent Calendar © Macy’s The Holiday Chocolate Advent Calendar from Frango Chocolates has 24 windows with a fun Santa’s workshop design. Tiny elves and other workers peer out from their windows at the North Pole, with Santa popping out of the chimney for Day 25! You can get your own at Macy’s for $19.60 right now. Click here to buy the FRANGO CHOCOLATES Holiday Chocolate Advent Calendar! Godiva Chocolatier Holiday 2022 Red Advent Calendar – Snow Globe Gift Box with Assorted Dark, Milk and White Chocolates For more of a variety of choices, try the Snow Globe Gift Box from Godiva. This calendar contains an assortment of milk, dark, and white chocolates to suit every palette. A variety calendar like this is great for a family who will be sharing the spoils (or if you just want something different every day!). Godiva Chocolatier Holiday 2022 Red Advent Calendar – Snow Globe Gift Box with Assorted Dark, Milk and White Chocolates © Macy’s Inside this intricately detailed box is a fun abstract Christmas tree design. The 24 chocolates are nestled inside a tray that slides out from inside. This calendar contains delicious flavors like caramel, ganache, coconut, and more! Buy this advent calendar for $28.00 while it’s still on sale. Click here to buy the Godiva Chocolatier Holiday 2022 Red Advent Calendar – Snow Globe Gift Box with Assorted Dark, Milk and White Chocolates! Harry & David Holiday Chocolate Advent Calendar Harry & David are a staple around the holidays. You may have used them to send a gift to a relative or received a basket at work. Their familiar treats can now be found in an advent calendar! The Harry & David Holiday Chocolate Advent Calendar includes 24 pieces of delectable milk chocolate. Harry & David Holiday Chocolate Advent Calendar © Macy’s Amongst this retro Christmas scene filled with ornaments, presents, and decor you’ll find each window leading to another piece of milk chocolate. Advent calendars are probably the BEST kind of calendar out there and while we wish we could use them year-round, for now, we can settle on using them to count down the days until Christmas. This milk chocolate calendar is available now for $20.99. Click here to buy the Harry & David Holiday Chocolate Advent Calendar! Godiva Holiday Luxury Chocolate Truffles Advent Calendar To add a little fanciness to your holidays, opt for this calendar. Another option from Godiva, the Holiday Luxury Chocolate Truffles Advent Calendar is a more opulent version of the regular chocolate assortment. Even the packing and box are nicer! Godiva Holiday Luxury Chocolate Truffles Advent Calendar © Macy’s Open the book-like box to reveal more of this beautiful holiday artwork. This calendar is full of an assortment of rich chocolate truffles. Our mouths are already watering after reading some of the flavors, like dark chocolate salted caramel and white chocolate Christmas cookie! Out of all of these calendars, it’s the most expensive at $49.00, but that’s quite a discount from its usual price of $70.00! Click here to buy the Godiva Holiday Luxury Chocolate Truffles Advent Calendar! If you want to take advantage of this deal and treat yourself to a chocolate advent calendar for this holiday season, act soon! Macy’s Friends & Family Deal is ending on October 31st, so be sure to add the code FRIEND when you checkout to save money! For more holiday deals you don’t want to miss, check out these Disney deals on Amazon! 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! What do you think of the newer advent calendars with different items in them? Do you prefer the classic chocolate ones? Let us know your thoughts in the comments! The post Where to Get CHOCOLATE Advent Calendars On Sale NOW! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If you had told me when I first joined Disney that I would one day sign up for early morning beach runs, hot summer evening practices and learning how to be part of a triathlon relay team, I would have said you were dreaming. But now, having been part of the Disney Triathlon Team for […]View the full article

There are some Disney World souvenirs that FLY off the shelves when they arrive. Disney World 50th Anniversary merchandise Limited-edition pairs of Minnie ears, Starbucks tumblers, and even new Crocs designs can be quite popular when they arrive in Disney World souvenir shops. But, by far one of the most popular options is the popcorn buckets! People line up for HOURS to get some of these designs, and today, there’s a new one in the parks! Disney World has just released a new Annual Passholder popcorn bucket design, and you can find it now in the parks for $13. You’ll need to confirm your status as a Passholder in order to pick one up. New popcorn bucket! We got ours in EPCOT, and it’s a pretty typical bucket design, just with the addition of the Passholder logo on the side. It’s a bright yellow with Mickey Mouse peeking up from the bottom. Get that thing filled with popcorn! It comes with a lid that hangs from the handle, so it’s easy to remove when you’re ready to chow down on that buttery delicious popcorn. Like other buckets, you can use it to get popcorn refills around the parks. Go grab one before they’re gone! We’ll be on the lookout for more popcorn bucket designs as the holiday season approaches, so stay tuned! Right now, you can find the Mickey Mummy Popcorn Bucket at select locations for the Halloween season, so make sure to pick that one up before it’s gone. WE KNOW – there are SO many great snacks at Disney World! How do you choose (we don’t want to choose but will blow our budget on Day 1 otherwise)? We’ve got you covered! We have reviewed nearly EVERY snack available at Disney World, and we’ve written a series of DFB Guides about them! Check out our DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining + Snacks Bundle for all the details you need to plan your snackin’ and spending. 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! The Best Disney World Souvenirs for Every Budget — Click 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. Do you own any popcorn buckets? Tell us in the comments! The post PHOTOS: The New Annual Passholder Popcorn Bucket Has Arrived in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Believe it or not, Thanksgiving is less than a month away, and Disney is already preparing! Thanksgiving 2021 A BIG list of special food items coming soon was just released by Disney! Throughout the month of November leading up to Thanksgiving (which is on November 24th this year!), you’ll be able to check out a TON of special food for the festivities across Disney World! Let’s check everything out (get ready, because there’s a LOT!). Walt Disney World Resort Hotels Falling for Plant-based: Cupcake with chocolate buttercream and autumn quins (Plant-based) (Gluten/ Wheat- friendly) (New) (Available Nov. 1 through 27; mobile order available) Available at the following: Intermission Food Court at Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort World Premiere Food Court at Disney’s All-Star Music Resort End Zone Food Court at Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort Landscape of Flavors at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort Centertown Market and Spyglass Grill at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort Everything POP Shopping & Dining at Disney’s Pop Century Resort Riverside Mill and Sassagoula Floatworks and Food Factory at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside and French Quarter Thanksgiving Dinner: Roasted turkey dinner, cornbread stuffing, mashed potatoes with turkey gravy, seasonal vegetables, and cranberry relish (Available Nov. 24 only; mobile order available) Available at the following: Intermission Food Court at Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort World Premiere Food Court at Disney’s All-Star Music Resort End Zone Food Court at Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort Landscape of Flavors at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort Centertown Market at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort Contempo Café at Disney’s Contemporary Resort Capt. Cook’s at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Everything POP Shopping & Dining at Disney’s Pop Century Resort Riverside Mill and Sassagoula Floatworks and Food Factory at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside and French Quarter The Artist’s Palette at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa Roaring Fork at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Pumpkin Tart: Classic pumpkin tart with whipped cream (Available Nov. 24 only; mobile order available) Available at the following: Intermission Food Court at Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort World Premiere Food Court at Disney’s All-Star Music Resort End Zone Food Court at Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort Landscape of Flavors at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort Centertown Market at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort Everything POP Shopping & Dining at Disney’s Pop Century Resort Riverside Mill and Sassagoula Floatworks and Food Factory at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside and French Quarter Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort, Disney’s All-Star Music Resort, and Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort Intermission Food Court, World Premiere Food Court, and End Zone Food Court (Available Nov. 1 through 27; mobile order available) Gobble Wobble Bundt Cake: Cinnamon apple Bundt cake with caramel buttercream and buttercream turkey topper (New) Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Boma – Flavors of Africa (Available Nov.24 only) Thanksgiving Enhancements: Traditional buffet offerings with an African twist including carved turkey, turkey gravy, Doro wat, cornbread stuffing, cranberry chutney, and candied fufu Jiko – The Cooking Place (Available Nov. 24 only) Thanksgiving Day Feast: Turkey breast ballotine stuffed with braised leg, Doro wat, haricot verts, butternut gnopi, Yukon gold mashed potatoes, mealie stuffing, cranberry chutney, and turkey gravy (New) Sanaa (Available Nov. 24 only) Thanksgiving Day Dinner: Spiced turkey, turkey confit, roasted squash, mashed potatoes, roasted brussels sprouts, green beans with apricot butter, traditional stuffing, ginger-cardamom cranberries, and turkey gravy The Mara (Mobile order available) Turkey Dinner: Carved turkey, turkey gravy, cornbread stuffing, cranberry chutney, and green beans (kid’s version available) (Available Nov. 24 only) The Mara’s Pumpkin Patch: Pumpkin mousse with cranberry gelée (New) (Available Nov. 1 through 27) Disney’s Art of Animation Resort and Disney’s Pop Century Resort Landscape of Flavors and Everything POP Shopping & Dining (Available Nov. 1 through 27; mobile order available) Maple Pot de Crème: Maple-infused pot de crème, Chantilly cream, and sugared cookie leaves (New) Disney’s Beach Club Resort Beaches and Cream Open-face Thanksgiving Sandwich: Slow-roasted turkey breast on top of cornbread stuffing on a focaccia bun covered in house-made turkey gravy and crispy onions, garnished with green onions (Available Nov. 24 only) Pumpkin Pie Shake: Salted caramel shake with caramel drizzle, sprinkles, and a whole slice of pumpkin pie on top (New) (Available Nov. 1 through 27) Cape May Cafe (Available Nov. 24 only) Buffet Enhancements with all the traditional holiday meal favorites Beach Club Market Place (Mobile order available) Pumpkin Trifle: Brown sugar cream cheese filling with a cinnamon cobbler topping, pumpkin maple filling, vanilla cake, whipped cream, and chocolate décor (New) (Available Nov. 1 through 27) Pumpkin Cream Cheese Swirl Muffin: Pumpkin muffin with a rich cream cheese swirl (Available Nov. 1 through 27) Thanksgiving Sandwich: Slow-roasted turkey breast on top of cornbread stuffing on a focaccia bun covered in house-made turkey gravy and crispy onions, garnished with green onions (Available Nov. 24 only) Thanksgiving Family Meal: Perfect for a family of 4! Includes turkey, gravy, stuffing, sweet potatoes, mashed potatoes, veggies, salad, rolls, and pumpkin pie (Available on Nov. 24 for pre-order only) Disney’s BoardWalk BoardWalk Deli (Available Nov. 1 through 27) (Mobile order available) Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffin: Pumpkin muffin with cream cheese filling (New) Orange Cranberry Scone with orange glaze (New) Flying Fish (Available Nov. 24 only) Chef’s Holiday Special: Slow-roasted turkey, herb gravy, and Yukon gold potatoes (New) Trattoria al Forno (Available Nov. 24 only) Sage and Thyme Oven-roasted Turkey: Corn and sausage stuffing, sour cream mashed potatoes, green beans and rainbow carrots with herb butter, cranberry citrus compote, and pan gravy Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort Centertown Market and Spyglass Grill (Available Nov. 1 through 27; mobile order available) Caribbean Holiday Spiced Cake: A Caribbean-style spiced cake with orange curd and orange-scented buttercream (New) Disney’s Contemporary Resort California Grill (Available Nov. 24 only) Rotisserie All Natural Joyce Farms Turkey: Braised leg and thigh, cornbread dumpling, butter-whipped potatoes, brown butter sautéed green beans, gravy, and cranberry relish (New) Chef Mickey’s (Available Nov. 24 only) Traditional Thanksgiving family-style offerings include oven-roasted turkey and gravy, baby carrots with tarragon-dijon butter and brown sugar, haricot verts with stewed tomatoes and roasted garlic, garlic mashed potatoes, sweet potato casserole brûlée, cornbread stuffing, and cranberry compote Contempo Cafe (Mobile order available) Pumpkin Cheesecake with pumpkin spice caramel, maple whipped cream, and fall leaf sprinkles (New) (Available Nov. 1 through 27) Steakhouse 71 (Available Nov. 24 only) Traditional Thanksgiving Dinner including a feast of roasted turkey, gravy, mashed potatoes, stuffing, and green beans (Dinner menu served from 11:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.) Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort Dahlia Lounge (Available Nov. 8 through Jan. 2) Spiced Manzana Mule: Ketel One Vodka, house-made apple cinnamon syrup, apple cider, and ginger beer (New) Three Bridges (Available Nov. 24 only) Thanksgiving Feast: Carved turkey, magdalen dressing, mashed potatoes/ brussel sprouts, cranberry relish, and gravy (New) Toledo Toledo Thanksgiving: Turkey roulade, olive oil whipped potatoes, honey glazed carrots, crispy brussels sprouts, cranberry relish, and gravy (New) (Available Nov. 24 only) Harvest Garden: Sweet Potato Panna Cotta with Chai Marshmallow and Orange Ginger Caramel (Plant-based) (New) (Available Nov. 20 through 27) Spiced Manzana Mule: Ketel One Vodka, house-made apple cinnamon syrup, apple cider, and ginger beer (New) (Available Nov. 8 through Jan. 2) Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground P&J’s Southern Takeout (Available Nov. 24 through 27) The Gobbler Sandwich: House-smoked turkey breast with cornbread stuffing, gravy, and orange-cranberry sauce Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Citricos (Available Nov. 24 only) Butternut Squash Bisque with guajillo spiced pepitas, chive oil, and coconut (New) Roulade of Turkey with corn cake “stuffing”, cranberry gastrique, and sweet potato A trio of Autumn-inspired house-made ice creams Gasparilla Island Grill (Available Nov. 1 through 27; mobile order available) Holiday Turkey Sandwich: Oven-roasted turkey with cornbread stuffing, cranberry sauce, and gravy on a freshly-baked ciabatta roll from the Grand Floridian Bakery (Available Nov. 24 through 27) Pumpkin Spice Roll: Pumpkin spice sponge cake rolled with honey-scented cream cheese with powdered sugar, dark chocolate, and autumn quins (New) (Available Nov. 1 through 27) Grand Floridian Café (Available Nov. 24 only) Butternut Squash Bisque with Bourbon Maple Cream with Toasted Pumpkin Seeds Slow Roasted Turkey with Cornbread Dressing, Seasonal Vegetables, Buttery Mashed Potatoes, Candied Sweet Potato, Traditional Gravy, and Cranberry Relish Traditional Pumpkin Tart with Chantilly Cream Disney’s Old Key West Resort Good’s Food to Go (Available Nov. 1 through 27; mobile order available) Mini Pumpkin: Pumpkin mousse, caramel, dulce crunch, and chocolate décor (New) Olivia’s Cafe (Available Nov. 24 only) Traditional Thanksgiving Feast: Roasted turkey breast, with roasted garlic mashed potatoes, green beans, cornbread stuffing, cranberry sauce, and gravy A Taste of the Season: Pumpkin mousse, bourbon caramel, cinnamon panna cotta, milk chocolate sponge, and brown butter crumble (New) Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Kona Cafe (Available Nov. 24 only) Chef’s Holiday Special (New) Passionfruit Cheesecake: Passion fruit cheesecake, ginger graham crust, topped with passion fruit boba, guava sauce with fresh fruit, macadamia nut lace cookies, micro-orchids, and micro mint (New) Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter Scat Cat’s Club – Cafe (Available through Nov. 27) Pumpkin Spice Beignets: Three pumpkin-spiced dusted Mickey beignets Sassagoula Floatworks and Food Factory (Available Nov. 1 through 27; mobile order available) Praline Pecan Cake: A pecan cake topped with praline icing garnished with spiced candied pecans (New) Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside Riverside Mill (Available Nov. 1 through 27; mobile order available) Praline Pecan Cake: A pecan cake topped with praline icing garnished with spiced candied pecans (New) Boatwright’s Dining Hall (Available Nov. 24 only) Thanksgiving Feast: Herb-crusted turkey roulade with Andouille cornbread stuffing, sweet potato purée, crispy brussel sprouts with apples and spiced pecans, cranberry relish, and apple cranberry gastric (New) Flavors of Fall: Pumpkin cheesecake with a sour cream bourbon topping, spiced cherry coulis, meringue, pumpkin bread croutons, and salty chocolate décor (New) Disney’s Riviera Resort Le Petit Café (Available through Nov. 27) Pumpkin Mousse: Pumpkin mousse with pumpkin cheesecake and hazelnut chocolate cheesecake center on top spiced apple walnut cake, dipped in caramel milk chocolate, and toasted walnut shell (New) Bar Riva and Primo Piatto (Available Nov. 24 only) Thanksgiving Meal: Roasted turkey breast, stuffing, green beans, mashed potatoes with house-made gravy, cranberry sauce, and pumpkin cheesecake Topolino’s Terrace (Available through Nov. 27) Caramel Chocolate Mousse with Hazelnut Cheesecake: Apple walnut cake, chocolate sea salt crumble, and cherry foam (New) (Available through Nov. 27) Thanksgiving Feast: Heritage turkey breast, leg and thigh roulade, brioche torchon, sweet potato casserole, cranberries, and haricot verts (Available Nov. 24 only) Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa The Artist’s Palette (Available Nov. 1 through 27; mobile order available) Mini Pumpkin: Pumpkin mousse, caramel, dulce crunch, and chocolate décor (New) Fall Whoopie Pie: Pumpkin cake, cream cheese buttercream, and fall sprinkles (New) Backstretch Pool Bar (Available Nov. 1 through 30) Cherry Blossom Swirl: DOLE Whip cherry swirled with vanilla soft-serve (New) The Turf Club (Available Nov. 24 only) Holiday Turkey Dinner: Roasted turkey breast with dark confit meat, cornbread stuffing, crispy brussel sprouts and mashed potatoes with house-made gravy, cranberry sauce, and a parker house roll (New) A Taste of the Season: Pumpkin mousse, bourbon caramel, cinnamon panna cotta, milk chocolate sponge, and brown butter crumble (New) Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Roaring Fork (Available Nov. 20 through Dec. 29; mobile order available) Pumpkin Mousse Cake: Chocolate-dipped spice cake with milk chocolate pumpkin mousse and dark chocolate antlers Whispering Canyon Cafe (Available Nov. 24) Whispering Canyon’s Holiday Menu: Prix fixed menu with cornbread, house salad, choice of three skillets including holiday cornbread stuffing, sautéed green beans, giblet gravy, cranberry relish, slow-smoked pulled pork, western-style sausages, maple-chipotle pork ribs, buttered corn, and smashed Yukon potatoes and a dessert trio Disney’s Yacht Club Resort Ale & Compass (Available Nov. 24) Chef’s Holiday Special: : Roasted turkey, mashed potatoes, cornbread stuffing, savory giblet gravy, haricot verts, shiitake mushrooms, and cranberry relish All-Encompassing Cheesecake: Pumpkin cheesecake with a cranberry, cherry compote center, cranberry pearls, spiced whipped cream, a gingersnap cookie crumble, and a white chocolate curl (New) Market at Ale & Compass (Mobile order available) Thanksgiving Sandwich: Slow-roasted turkey breast on top of cornbread stuffing on a focaccia bun covered in house-made turkey gravy and crispy onions, garnished with green onions (Available November 24 only) Thanksgiving Family Meal: Perfect for a family of 4! Includes turkey, gravy, stuffing, sweet potatoes, mashed potatoes, veggies, salad, rolls, and pumpkin pie (Available on November 24 for pre-order only) Pumpkin Trifle: Brown sugar cream cheese filling with a cinnamon cobbler topping, pumpkin maple filling, whipped cream, and chocolate décor (New) (Available November 1 through 27) Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffin: Pumpkin-flavored muffin with a rich cream cheese swirl (Available November 1 through 27) Yachtsman Steakhouse (Available Nov. 24 only) Chef’s Holiday Special: Roasted turkey breast and confit turkey thighs with soubise sauce, cornbread dressing, orange-cranberry chutney, roasted brussel sprouts with hot honey-bourbon butter and candied walnuts, mashed Idaho potatoes, and turkey gravy (New) Yachtsman’s Harvest: Spiced cheesecake, dulce chocolate, and ginger apples with a cinnamon pecan crumble, apple panna cotta, and a bourbon caramel sauce (New) Available at Various Lounges Across Resort (Available Nov. 1 through 27) Pumpkin Spice Martini: Stoli Vanil Vodka, Rumchata, Cream, and pumpkin spice with a graham cracker crumb rim (New) EPCOT American Holiday Table (Available Nov. 25 through Dec. 30) Slow-roasted turkey with BEN’S ORIGINAL stuffing, mashed potatoes, green beans, and cranberry sauce Biergarten Restaurant (Available Nov. 24 only) Turkey with mashed potatoes and stuffing Coral Reef Restaurant (Available Nov. 24 only) Thanksgiving Plate Pumpkin Pie Tart with whipped cream and salted caramel mousse (New) The Garden Grill Restaurant (Available Nov. 24 only) Roasted Turkey with stuffing Apple Cake with caramelized apples and streusel (New) Le Cellier Steakhouse (Available Nov. 24 only) Turkey Plate (New) Refreshment Port (Available Nov. 25 through Dec. 30) Turkey Poutine: French fries with turkey gravy, cranberry relish, and crispy onions Pumpkin Spice Ginger Cocktail (New) Sunshine Seasons (Available Nov. 24 only) Rotisserie-smoked Turkey with house-made stuffing, mashed potatoes, sautéed green beans, turkey gravy, and cranberry sauce Caramel Crèmeux with Apple Compote (New) Disney’s Hollywood Studios The Hollywood Brown Derby (Available Nov. 24 only) Carved Turkey Breast with cornbread, apple-sage stuffing, turkey thigh confit, mashed potato, fall harvest vegetables, cranberry compote, and turkey gravy (New) Hollywood & Vine (Available Nov. 24 only) Thanksgiving Add-ons to Buffet: Oven roasted turkey breast, turkey gravy, cornbread stuffing, and cranberry relish 50’s Prime Time Café (Available Nov. 24 only) Holiday Plate: Oven-roasted turkey breast, turkey gravy, cornbread stuffing, cranberry relish, green beans, and mashed potato (New) Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park Restaurantosaurus (Available Nov. 24 only) Open-faced Turkey Sandwich: Grilled multigrain bread with roasted garlic mayonnaise, cornbread dressing, smoked turkey, herb gravy, and cranberry sauce served with a side of french fries Satu’li Canteen (Mobile order available) Thanksgiving Duo Bowl: Combination of grilled beef and turkey with gravy stuffing and red and sweet potato hash topped with crunchy vegetable slaw and boba pearls (Available Nov. 24 only) Thanksgiving Turkey Bowl: Wood-grilled turkey breast with gravy stuffing and red and sweet potato hash topped with crunchy vegetable slaw and boba pearls (Available Nov. 24 only) (kid’s version available) Pumpkin Cream Cheese Mousse with chocolate cookie crumbles, pumpkin sauce, and boba pearls (Available Nov. 22 through 27) Tiffins (Available Nov. 24 only) Roasted Calabaza Soup: Roasted calabaza, ginger-pear chutney, pickled jalapeño, and chai-spiced and candied pistachios Turkey Roulade: Turkey breast, fine-herb whipped potato, maple-glazed carrots, sweet potato pave, wild mushrooms, green bean casserole, cornbread dressing, cranberry gel, and turkey gravy Apple Pie Cheesecake: Whipped caramel cheesecake, apple pie compote, white chocolate streusel, and cranberry sauce Tusker House (Available Nov. 24 only) Thanksgiving Dinner Buffet Additions: Roasted turkey, stuffing, gravy, cranberry sauce, and pumpkin tart desserts Disney Springs City Works Eatery & Pour House(Available Nov. 24 only) Herb Roasted Turkey: Hand-carved turkey, creamy mashed potatoes, traditional stuffing, roasted brussels sprouts with bacon lardons, corn casserole, and gravy (Kid’s version available) Slow-roasted Prime Rib: Hand-carved prime rib, creamy mashed potatoes, grilled lemon-asparagus, horseradish cream, and au jus Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ (Available Nov. 25 only) Thanksgiving Leftover Sandwich: The ultimate leftover sandwich piling stuffing, cranberry sauce, and more on top of sliced roasted turkey breast Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew (Available Nov. 11 through 30) Thanksgiving Donut: An over-the-top sweet potato casserole-pecan pie mash-up with cinnamon-sugar dusted sweet potato fries, crunchy candied pecans, and sweet-salty bacon crown a plump glazed donut that is finished with a marshmallow cream drizzle Planet Hollywood (Available Nov. 24 only) Thanksgiving Feast: Sliced, oven-roasted, all-white meat turkey topped with gravy and served with homemade garlic mashed potatoes, southern-style cornbread stuffing, green bean blend, and cranberry sauce. Prime rib is available for an additional charge. Raglan Road Irish Pub & Restaurant (Available Nov. 24 only) Butter and herb roast turkey, roast garlic mashed potatoes, duck fat roasties, honey-glazed carrots, bacon braised brussels sprouts, sausage meat and walnut stuffing, and red wine jus with cranberry sauce STK Steakhouse (Available Nov. 24 through 27) Roasted Free Range Turkey with cornbread and sage stuffing, shallot and thyme confit thighs, sauteed green beans with crispy shallots, maple baked sweet potato, and Yukon gold mashed potatoes with parmesan crust classic gravy and cranberry orange chutney Spiced Pumpkin Pie Wine Bar George (Available Nov. 24 only) Thanksgiving Dinner: Roasted turkey breast, mashed potatoes, stuffing, seasonal vegetables, and cranberry sauce (kid’s version available) Grilled Delmonico: Marble potatoes, brussels sprouts, and bone marrow glaze We’ll be bringing you reviews of a bunch of this food when it becomes available, so stay tuned to DFB for more! The Planning Tips You Need to Know About Before Your Next Disney World Trip 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. Will you be celebrating Thanksgiving in Disney World this year? Tell us in the comments! The post A GINORMOUS List of NEW Food and Treats Announced for Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Diwali, also known as the Festival of Lights, is one of the most celebrated holidays of the entire year for Hindus, Jains, Sikhs, and even some Buddhists. The name “Diwali” is derived from the Sanskrit term deepavali, meaning “row of lights.” The five-day festival symbolizes the victory of light over darkness, good over evil, and […]View the full article

Throughout the month of November, leading up to Thanksgiving Day on November 24, you’ll be able to gobble down classics like Thanksgiving Dinners across the resort and fall, sweet staples like a Pumpkin Pie Shake at Beaches & Cream Soda Shop. Get ready to stuff your stomachs with as many of these mouthwatering eats as you can handle because we've put together all the Thanksgiving goodies you can enjoy this year! View the full article

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If you are not prepared for some nightmare-inducing Disney images, get yourself mentally ready. Once you see these creations, you will NOT be able to unsee them. So many ears! There are a lot of Disney ears and headbands already available and many more are on the way. We’ve seen holiday ears, Coco ears, ears themed to Figment, and more. But what about some headband accessories that are a little more on the…unique…side? Well, now we’ve got those too! Disney has released some unique headbands over the years including some themed to villains… Hades headband …and other characters, like Anger from Inside Out. Often, these headbands can be made out of rigid plastic and feature colorful character designs. They’re not always the most comfortable (especially in comparison to some of the softer, cushiony ears with a wider space for your head), but they can be great for those who love these specific characters. It’s Anger! Recently, we found some MORE of these plastic character ears, but these are…something else. We previously spotted them in Disneyland in mid-September 2022, but now they’ve made their way to Disney World and they’re truly a sight you’ve got to see to believe. These ears are themed to James P Sullivan (Sulley)… Sulley Headband …and Mike Wazowski from Monsters, Inc. The Headband At first glance, the Sulley headband might not look all that terrifying… Not So Bad …but take a CLOSE look at those eyes — that’s where the nightmares begin. The eyes feel pretty realistic…almost TOO realistic? Staring Into Your SOUL And then it gets WORSE. If you push down on Sulley’s horns, his eyebrows move, creating a spooky, angry Sulley look. We don’t know about you, but these aren’t the kind of ears we’d just leave out on a dresser at night. Something about those eyes staring into your SOUL and waking up to see them at 2AM just feels a bit unsettling. Let’s start at the bottom. There are HANDS. MIKE WAZOWSKI HANDS will hang from your headband accessory. And well, we’re just now sure how to feel about that. It feels a little like the Baby Yoda hat with arms. Clearly, Disney is ready to make a trend of fashion accessories with arms just hanging about. OH My But the real nightmares begin when you stare deeeeeeeep into Mike’s one eye. Again, it’s a little TOO realistic. His eye even moves about (which you can see in the Twitter video above). And if you push on his horns, his eye will close. Oh Geez All we’re saying is we wouldn’t want to find one of these staring back at us in the middle of the night. So maybe hide them in a drawer when you go to sleep. Or put them in a box, inside another box, inside two more boxes, inside that drawer. Just to be safe. In all seriousness, if you can get past the unsettling eyes, you’ll want to know that these are made out of that harder plastic we’ve seen other character headbands made out of. But, our reporter tried one on and said they actually weren’t as hard and uncomfortable as they expected them to be. Though they only put them on for a second, they actually felt a little less uncomfortable than the Tiki Room ears they had on. Want to bring one home for yourself? You’ll find these headbands at the Emporium in Magic Kingdom. Both were marked as “brown” for pricing purposes, which a Cast Member indicated meant they were $30 each. He’ll Stare At You ALL NIGHT LONG Need more headbands to add to your collection? Click here to check out ALL of the Minnie ears you can get online! While you’re in the shopping mood…have you checked our DFB exclusive graphic tees and merch? It’s super fun stuff to wear to the parks, or to rep your happy place at the grocery store or at home! Main Street Christmas Mug Click here to visit the DFB Merch Store! And stay tuned for more news! Click here to see Disney stocking stuffers to get NOW (before they sell out!) 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. Adorable, fun, or terrifying — what do you think about these headbands? Tell us in the comments. The post WARNING! Prepare to Have NIGHTMARES After Looking at These Disney World Items first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Every now and then, a limited-time treat comes to Disney World that’s SO good they can’t help but make it a permanent menu item. Mexico Pavilion The EPCOT Festival of the Arts is FULL of iconic eats and drinks we can’t wait to check out each time they come back — but one was so popular, it was added to the menu permanently at one of our favorite EPCOT spots. And, to celebrate Halloween and Día de Los Muertos, this delicious drink is getting a spooky makeover! Calling all margarita fans — La Cava del Tequila in EPCOT is definitely the place you want to be if you can’t get enough of these tequila-based drinks. And, for a limited time their famous Lily Margarita is getting a “bone-chilling” makeover! The Lily Margarita For just three days — from October 31st to November 2nd — you can get the Lily Margarita with a whole new look. ©La Cava del Tequila via Instagram The Lily is typically made with Casa Dragones Blanco Tequila, Violet Essence Infusion, Rose Petal Liqueur, Cranberry, and Lime Juice. We can’t wait to see what witchcraft they add to the drink to give it those spooky vibes. It’ll be even spookier! Head on over to La Cava del Tequila in EPCOT’s Mexico Pavilion to get your hands on this limited-time offering. While you’re there, check out some of our other favorite margaritas like the Avocado Margarita. And, you can never go wrong with chips, salsa, queso, and guacamole! La Cava del Tequila Planning a trip to Disney World soon and aren’t sure where you should eat? We’ve got you covered! Check out 10 Disney World restaurants every first-timer should have on their list, and these are the worst Disney World restaurants according to Yelp. Be sure to stay tuned to DFB for the latest Disney food news and more! 6 Surprising Rules About DRINKING in Disney World Need Disney Restaurant Advice? We’ve Got EVERYTHING You Need to Know The ONLY Disney Dining Planning Tool You’ll Need Is Here – Get the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining! See Our Complete Disney World Restaurants Guide Check Out the 19 Best Restaurants in Disney World in 2022 Our Top 50 All-Time Best Disney Dining Tips These Are the BEST Meals in Disney World for Under $15 Ranking Every Single Magic Kingdom Restaurant Ranking Every Single EPCOT Restaurant Ranking Every Single Restaurant in Disney’s Hollywood Studios Ranking Every Single Restaurant in Disney’s Animal Kingdom Ranking Every Single Restaurant in Disney Springs Ranking Every Single Restaurant in Disney World Hotels – Cheap Eats Edition Check Out Dozens of Disney Dining Tips and Tools Learn All About Tipping at Disney Restaurants How to Use Mobile Order in Disney World Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest Disney food news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Have you had the Lily Margarita? Let us know in the comments! The post The Price Tag Isn't the Only SCARY Thing About This Disney World Drink first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s still spooky season, and there are SO many ways that you can celebrate! Spirit Halloween There are events like Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party and activities like a special scavenger hunt in Disney World, a bunch of scary merchandise available, and some awesome costumes. But, we know that some people probably haven’t figured out their costume yet or finished decorating for trick or treaters, and we’re here to help! We’ve got a way that you can SAVE on some Halloween items! You can get 20% off of ANY single item at Spirit Halloween right now with the coupon below! But, you gotta hurry, because it’s only valid through today, October 25th! You can use the coupon at checkout and it will be applied, but there are some exclusions. It will not be applied to the Jumping Spider, Sitting Scarecrow, and Man’s Possessed Friend items. But, there are a TON of other things you can use it on. Spirit Halloween has a whole line of Hocus Pocus items… Spirit Halloween Hocus Pocus items …as well as Haunted Mansion items! Haunted Mansion Merch So hurry, because this coupon won’t last for long! It’s the perfect time to grab some last minute spooky decor or a costume. For more fun Halloween stuff, check out ALL of the Disney Halloween merchandise you can get online, new Disney Halloween backgrounds for your phone, and check out the ICONIC Halloween Happy Meals at McDonald’s! Stay tuned to DFB for more news and updates! Check out the Haunted Mansion items you can get at Spirit Halloween! 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 What are you dressing up as for Halloween this year? Tell us in the comments! The post How to Save BIG at Spirit Halloween TODAY 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. It might not even be Halloween yet but Disney is already focused on Christmas! Christmas in Magic Kingdom! From the newest Christmas merchandise sneak peeks to the upcoming Festival of the Holidays, we think it’s beginning to feel a lot like Christmas! Now, we found something that you can grab to add a little bit of holiday cheer to your home while you’re away from the parks! We think the perfect way to gear up for the holidays is by having the perfect countdown. This Funko Pop! Disney Advent Calendar we found on Amazon is just that in our opinion! ©Amazon This advent calendar comes with 24 unique Disney Funko Pops that are a surprise until you open their doors. Each surprise character has a Christmas twist on their usual Disney looks. ©Amazon The best part about this advent calendar? It’s on sale right now! While this set of 24 is normally $59.99, right now you can get it for $44.74! We think that’s a pretty good deal but if you’re thinking of getting it, you might want to hurry. We don’t know how long this deal will run, so if you want it we think you should go ahead and grab it! Grab Your Own Funko Pop! Disney Advent Calendar Here Hollywood Studios Christmas Decorations Don’t forget with Christmas coming up soon, we will probably start seeing more, and more Disney Christmas news in the coming weeks! We’ve already seen the newest Stoney Clover holiday collection and new holiday kitchen merchandise. Make sure you’re following DFB for all of the latest Disney holiday news and updates! Check Out The Perfect Family Shirts for The Christmas Party At Disney World Don't Miss Out on Any Disney World Fun This Holiday Season! The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2022 is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. Order The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2022 now! It includes over 400 pages of must-have information, including: A full What's New!! chapter for the 2022 Holiday Season A full Monthly Schedule of Events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World's busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And, of course, we'll tell you where to eat! ;-D Click HERE to order your 2022 Guide now and get 20% off with code PEPPERMINT! As always, our e-Books are 100% guaranteed! If you don't love it, you get your money back! Want Even MORE? The DFB Everything Bundle comes with ALL of our guides, including the Holiday Guide, for one low price! It includes: The DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining 2022 The 2022 EPCOT Food and Wine Festival Guide The DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Holidays 2022 Pre-Order 2023 EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival Guide All Three DFB Snack Guides Click HERE to order your DFB Everything Bundle! MORE Disney World Holiday INFO! Check Out Everything Announced for the 2022 Holiday Season in Disney World Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is Coming BACK in 2022 – Get the Latest Details Get All of the Latest Information About the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays We’ll Take This Little Golden Disney Book in Our Stocking, Santa! Learn Everything You Need to Know About Disney World Holiday Dining and Events See How Much It Costs to Do Disney World at Christmas in 2022 Watch Our Video About What We Wish We’d Known Before Going to Disney World During the Holidays Check Out Our Photos & Reviews of the Holiday Treats in Disney World from 2021 Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest holiday news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Are you as excited about Christmas as we are? Tell us why or why not in the comments! The post A Disney Advent Calendar Is On SALE NOW On Amazon! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article