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We’ve had a LOT of big news coming out of Disneyland this week! Buzz Lightyear at Pixar Pier Ticket prices — along with other prices — have gone up. We’ve got a date for when MagicBand+ is coming to Disneyland. We got a full list of food booths for the upcoming Festival of the Holidays at Disney California Adventure. But what else has been going on? Let’s take a look! Disneyland Merchandise Updates Star Trader Some fun new things arrived at Star Trader, including a Jawa Plush for $22.99… Cute little Jawa …a Halloween Stitch Phone Case for $34.99… Boo! …and a Grogu Trick or Treat Ornament. Trick or Treat! The ornament is $19.99. See Which Attraction Just Got Added To Genie+ in Disneyland Little Green Men Store Command There’s a new Her Universe Shuri Pin for $19.99… Innovate …and Seasons Greetings Pin and Ornament Set for $44.99! Holiday set Mirrorverse Pins have also arrived including Baymax… Baymax …Sulley… Sulley …Jack Skellington… Jack …Jafar… Jafar …Ariel… Ariel …Maleficent… Maleficent …Minnie… Minnie …and Mickey! Each Mirrorverse pin is $49.99. Mickey There’s also a new TRON Pin Set for $24.99… TRON …and a National Geographic Pin. National Geographic This pin is $19.99. Genie+ Sees Price INCREASE at Disneyland Resort — Get Details Port Royal A new Haunted Mansion Long Sleeve Shirt has materialized. It’s got a pocket! This shirt is $44.99. A Haunted Mansion-Themed Disney Wedding?? Sign Us Up! Pioneer Mercantile Grab a new Minnie Backpack here. Minnie! It’s $34.99. Here’s More About Genie+ Surge Pricing in Disneyland Westward Ho There’s a Princess Mystery Pin Set available. Which princess will you get? Each box is $17.99. See ‘Werewolf By Night’ Characters in Disney’s Avengers Campus! Pooh Corner You can now get a Jack and Sally Pack of Gummy Worms. Gummy worms Each pack is $9.99. Here Are The DATE and DETAILS for the 100th Anniversary Celebration at Disneyland Resort! Adventureland Bazaar The Moana Heart of Te Fiti Necklace is here and sings “How Far I’ll Go”! The heart of Te Fiti The necklace is $19.99. Here’s When Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway Will Open In Disneyland Disney Clothiers We found a Chip ‘n’ Dale Button-Up Shirt for $59.99… Chip ‘n’ Dale …an Artistocats Pocket Shirt for $36.99… Aristocats …and a Pink Polka Dot Fuzzy Kid’s Spirit Jersey. For Kids The spirit jersey is $74.99. Are Disney’s Bright & Sparkly Ears TOO Much? You Tell Us! China Closet Here’s a new Jasmine Trinket Tray for $17.99… For your trinkets …and a Jasmine Silverware Holder. Jasmine The silverware holder is $29.99. Check Out The Big ‘Black Panther’ Announcement Made for Disneyland Resort! Disney Showcase The Hulk nuiMOs is here for $19.99. Hulk There’s also a new Halloween Tea Towel. BOO! The tea towel is $19.99. Get A SNEAK PEEK at Disney’s 100th Anniversary Spirit Jersey Emporium There’s a new Mickey Holiday Sweatshirt for $54.99… Holiday sweatshirt …a Mickey and Pluto Stocking for $34.99… Mickey and Pluto …a Minnie and Daisy Stocking for $34.99… Minnie and Daisy …a Merriest Place on Earth Blanket for $59.99… Comfy blanket …a Christmas Countdown for $54.99… How many days until Christmas? …a Tree Topper for $49.99… Tree topper …a Holiday Pillow for $39.99… Happy Holidays pillow …a Ratatouille Loungefly Mini Backpack for $85… Remy! …a Minnie and Daisy BFF Necklace Set for $24.99… BFFs …a BFF Mickey Necklace Set for $24.99… Mickey BFF …a Best Friends Forever Set of 3 Necklaces for $29.99… Set of 3 …a Minnie BFF Necklace Set for $24.99… Minnie BFF …and a Snow White Art Piece. Snow White The art is $49.99. Here’s A First Look at Disney’s New 100th Anniversary Cup! California Adventure Food Updates Clarabelle’s You can get a Maleficent Sundae Bowl at Clarabelle’s now! Maleficent ear bowl The bowl is $16.69 with choice of sundae, $17.19 with Cereal Sundae, and $18.19 with Chocolate Brownie Sundae. Guided Tours Are Returning To Disneyland — Here’s How Book One! California Adventure Merchandise Updates Elias & Co. We found a new Tiana Backpack for $29.99… Tiana backpack …and a Dippy Dawg Goofy Bag! Goofy! The Goofy Bag is $44.99. Off The Page Here we found a Disney Reflections Mystery Pin Set for $17.99… Another mystery pin collection …and a Stitch Surf Diorama. Stitch! The dioarma is $34.99. Behind-the-Scenes of Disney’s Oogie Boogie Bash Super Store Get ready for some fun Marvel merchandise, like a Spider-Man Comic Book Shirt for $34.99… Spidey …a Scarlet Witch Hoodie for $64.99… Scarlet Witch Hoodie! …a Wolverine Comic Book Shirt for $34.99… Wolverine …a Scarlet Witch Tank for $36.99… Scarlet Witch …a Captain America Comic Book Shirt for $29.99… Cap …a Black Panther Journal for $34.99… Black Panther journal …a Kimoyo Glow Bracelet for $16.99… Kimoyo bracelet …and an Ironheart Legend Series Figure! Riri! The figure is $39.99. How A NEW Feature Will Help You Find Your Car in Disneyland Resort! Ramone’s House of Body Art A Dino Park Jumpsuit for kids is here! Dino Park The jumpsuit is $49.99. Here’s The Surprise Disneyland Trip Video That Will Bring You to Tears Knick’s Knacks How about a Rex Big Feet Plush? Rex! The plush is $29,.99. Latest UPDATE on the Transformation of Paradise Pier Hotel at Disneyland Resort Bing Bong’s Sweet Shop This Grape Soda Shirt is perfect for Up fans! Grape Soda It’s $36.99. See The MASSIVE Hulk Now Meeting at Disney California Adventure Rushin’ River We found a Judy Hopps Cuddleez Plush! Judy Hopps! The plush is $39.99. Here’s The Disney Scavenger Hunt You Can Do WITHOUT A Park Ticket! Downtown Disney Merchandise Updates World of Disney Okay, buckle up, because there’s tons of new stuff at World of Disney. There’s a Fab 5 Castle Shirt for $24.99… New tee …an Aurora Kid’s Dress for $39.99… Aurora dress …a Tiana Kid’s Dress for $39.99… Tiana dress …a Jasmine Kid’s Outfit for $59.99… Jasmine outfit …a Moana Dress for Kids for $59.99… Moana dress …Princess Hair Clips for $12.99… Princess hair clips …a Princess Suitcase for $49.99… Travel in princess style …a Frozen Kid’s Dress for $69.99… Frozen dress …a Tiana Purse for $29.99… Accessorize like Tiana …a Belle Kid’s Dress for $39.99… Belle dress …an Anna Kid’s Dress for $39.99… Anna dress …a Frozen 2 Dress for Kids for $54.99… Frozen 2 dress …Princess Headbands for $24.99… Princess headband …a Pink Kid’s Minnie and Mickey Sweatshirt for $34.99… Mickey and Minnie …a Kid’s Polo Mickey and Minnie Shirt for $39.99… Fun polo shirt …Mickey Kid’s Pants for $34.99… Pants for kids …a Minnie Kid’s Shirt for $39.99… Black and pink is so stylish …and a Matching Minnie Kid’s Skirt for $39.99… Matching skirt …an Elsa Kid’s Dress for $39.99… Elsa dress …a Polka Dot Fuzzy Spirit Jersey for $99.99… For adults …a Haunted Mansions Loungefly Purse for $70… Wallpaper design …a Haunted Mansion Loungefly Mini Backpack for $85… A ghost will follow you home …a Judy Hopps Keychain… Lucky rabbit tail? …a Judy Hopps Plush for $19.99… Judy …a Nick Wilde Plush for $19.99… Nick …a Flash Plush for $19.99… Yes, his name really is Flash …a Priscilla Plush for $19.99… Priscilla …a Zootopia Pet Shirt for $24.99… A zen shirt for your pet …a Simba Plush for $44.99… He just can’t wait to be King …a Nala Plush for $29.99… Can you feel the love tonight? …an Ariel Nesting Plush for $34.99… Ariel and friends …a Nick Wilde Nesting Plush for $34.99… Nick and friends …a Holiday Blanket for $74.99… Fuzzy blanket …a Joy Pillow for $49.99… Joy pillow …a Framed Joy Sign for $29.99… Joy sign …a Mickey Plush Wreath for $59.99… Plush wreath …a Reversible Christmas Tree Skirt for $79.99… Tree skirt …a Joy Mat for $34.99… Mat … a Tree Topper for $49.99… Tree topper …a Plaid Stocking for $34.99… Plaid stocking …and a Cars Pillow Blanket. It’s a pillow and a blanket The blanket is $39.99. Tickets and Reservations Now OPEN for Disney’s 100th Anniversary Event — Learn More Here! Star Wars Trading Post How about this super fuzzy Grogu Loungefly Mini Backpack? SO fuzzy It’s $75. Check Out The New ‘Star Wars’ Loungefly Backpack That’s Available Exclusively on Amazon! Are you planning on visiting Disneyland for the holidays? Here’s everything coming to the resort for the holiday season, as well as the full list of Festival of the Holidays food booths (prepare to EAT!). Before you book that trip, though, be sure to read through why you may NOT want to book a Disney-owned hotel for your Disneyland trip — there are plenty of less expensive options in the area, so make sure you know about all of them! Want to Learn More About Disneyland? Check Out the Links Below! See Our DFB Disneyland Restaurants Guide Learn About Disney Genie and How to Use it in Disneyland Check Out What You Need to Know About the Theme Park Reservation System for Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Get All the Info About Closures and Construction at Disneyland Learn All About Disneyland Park See What Marvelous Stuff You’ll Find at Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure Learn About Pixar Pier in Disney California Adventure Get All the Details About the Disneyland Mobile App Everything You Need to Know About Mobile Order in Disneyland Learn More About Disneyland’s Magic Key Program Full Details About the Holiday Season in Disneyland Full Details About Halloween Time at Disneyland Get Some STRANGE Tips for Disneyland Should You Go to Disneyland in 2022? Click HERE to Check Out Lots of Other DFB Posts About Disneyland Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe Have you been to Disneyland recently? Let us know in the comments! The post What's New at Disneyland Resort: Holiday Merchandise and Haunted Mansion Loungeflys! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

There’s so much to love about Disney resorts, right? Bay Lake Tower at the Contemporary Resort Staying at a Disney hotel gives you special perks like Early Theme Park Entry and Extended Evening Hours, not to mention the theming can also be an extra dose of magic. However, Disney resort stays are EXPENSIVE and can rack up the cost of your vacation quickly. Resort hopping is a great way to visit each resort and see their offerings without paying to stay there, but how can you see all of them during your trip and still experience all you want to in the park? Here’s Your Ultimate One-Day Plan for Resort Hopping in Disney World. As a quick reminder, while visiting these hotels you CAN eat at their restaurants (be sure to grab reservations for the ones that require them!), walk around and see what additional activities are offered, but you CANNOT go swimming in the pools (we know, big bummer) or see inside any rooms. Seeing all you want to in one day will take some planning, so let’s get to it! Have Your List Ready Before your day begins, make a list of all the Disney World hotels you want to visit. We recommend ranking them in order of the ones you want to see the most to which ones you’d like to see if there’s time. Disney’s Art of Animation Resort Look on Disney World Maps Ahead of Time Group the resorts you want to visit based on which area of the resort you will be in. If you want to visit all the Magic Kingdom resorts, do them all one after the other so you’re not going back and forth! Starting at the resort you want to see the most and moving outwards from there is what we recommend. Disney’s Polynesian Resort Buses aren’t the only way to get around to each resort. You can see three hotels on the Magic Kingdom Resort Monorail, and the Disney Skyliner can take you to multiple resorts as well. Both methods of transportation are usually faster than Disney buses, but some resorts can only be reached by car or bus. This is why planning is so important! Where to Park We recommend parking in Disney Springs (since it’s free) and heading to your first Disney resort by bus OR making a dining reservation at your #1 hotel and parking there before using Disney transportation to hop to the others. Keep in mind that you generally CANNOT park at a Disney resort without having a hotel or dining reservation at that resort. We love that Disney Springs parking is free! With DOZENS of places to eat at Disney World, we know it can be tough to plan your meals. That’s why we wrote the DFB Guide to Dining at Walt Disney World. We have reviews, pictures and details about every restaurant all in one digital download – along with ALL of our best tips and strategies from decades of Disney World trips. We’ve got a special discount code for DFB readers, too! Use WDW2022 at checkout for 25% off! Know What You Want To See & Once Again, Look At Maps Know what you want to see in each resort! Is it the Big Blue Pool at Art of Animation? Maybe it’s the lobby of Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, or Chef Mickey’s at The Contemporary Resort. Whatever it may be, make sure you know where you want to go when you arrive at a resort. Keep in mind as well that some resorts have internal bus systems, so take a look at the map to know what stop is closest to what you want to see. Big Blue Pool Factor in Meals If you’ve got specific restaurants or treats you want to try, plan to hit those around the times you normally want to eat so you’re accomplishing multiple things in one trip! Or, as we mentioned earlier, you can make a dining reservation at your first hotel, park there, and then continue on your merry way. ‘Ohana at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Keep an Eye on Those Bus Times! Disney Springs is open quite late, but the buses from each resort don’t always run as late as it’s open. So keep an eye on the bus times so you’re not stranded at a hotel longer than you were planning and can make it back to your car with ease. If you parked at a hotel, keep an eye on what time the modes of transportation back to the hotel run as well. Caribbean Beach Skyliner Station However, if you do find yourself somewhere with no transportation running, don’t panic! Uber and Lyft both pick up and drop off guests all around Disney World, so just call for a ride on your phone to get yourself back to your car. Rideshare pick-up zone Need help deciding what hotels you should visit? We’ve made plenty of videos and posts ranking all the Disney World hotels and their restaurants to help you decide. Disney hotels are pretty amazing, so if you’ve got extra time during your vacation, we highly recommend some resort hopping. And as always, stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney hotel news. These 31 things you can ONLY get at Disney World hotels! Want More Details About Disney World’s Hotels? Ranking of ALL of Disney World’s Hotels 9 Ways Your Disney World Hotel Stay Will Be Different in 2023 Our Picks for the Best Disney World Hotels in 2022 These Are the WORST Disney World Hotels for 2022 13 Critical Things You’re FORGETTING About When Booking a Disney World Hotel You Couldn’t Get the Disney World Hotel Reservation You Wanted – Now What? The 6 Disney World Hotel Problems No One is Talking About See Why You Might BAIL on Your Disney World Hotel A Full List of Changes Announced for Disney World’s Hotels 8 Gadgets You Need for Your Disney World Hotel Room The Surprising Things You Won’t Find in Your Disney World Hotel Room The Secret Way to Stay in Disney World’s Hotels for LESS! What Items from Amazon Can You Have Delivered to Your Resort Hotel? We’ve Got the Details Are Disney World Hotel Perks Worth the Hefty Price Tag? Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest Disney World hotel news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Which hotel is number 1 on your list to visit? Let us know below! The post Your Ultimate One-Day Plan for Resort Hopping in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The Halloween offerings are STILL coming in Disney World! Cinderella Castle — Halloween style! There are tons of Halloween offerings in Disney World right now — you’ve got Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, a Halloween scavenger hunt, and lots of snacks to try all around the parks and hotels. If you thought Disney was out of new treats now that we’ve only got a few more weeks until Halloween, surprise! We just tried a Spooktacular Grape Halloween Churro in Disney Springs and it was NOT what we were expecting. The Spooktacular Churro at Sunshine Churros in Disney Springs is a Disney churro rolled in grape sugar and drizzled with orange cream cheese frosting and topped with Halloween sprinkles. We were a little nervous about the grape flavor, but we actually really enjoyed this treat overall! Spooktacular Churro Our warning to you is that the grape flavor is really lacking here — sometimes grape-flavored things are way too overpowering, but we found ourselves searching for grape! The grape sugar didn’t taste much like grape, but more like the normal sugar you get on a churro. However, the cream cheese frosting was delicious with the warm churro. If you’re a churro fan who loves Halloween, this is a fun offering you’ll likely really enjoy! Yum! However, if you really are looking for a grape flavor here you’ll likely be disappointed, as it’s very underwhelming. Halloween fans who enjoy normal churros will love this offering though, so you can grab it for $7.95 until October 31st. This is a bit pricey for not delivering the grape flavor and some cute Halloween sprinkles, so you might want to opt for one of the classic churro flavors for $5.25. We loved it! Although we haven’t tried a grape-flavored churro before, we HAVE tried a ghost pepper grape sauce for churros over at Disneyland. Let’s just say it was…interesting! We actually enjoyed it and it did have a stronger flavor than this grape churro in Disney World. Maybe we need this spooky churro with a side of grape dip! Ghost Pepper Grape Sauce Planning to pick this up in Disney World soon? We’ve got the perfect t-shirt for you to wear into the parks! Click here to check out our whole merch line! DFB Halloween Merch If you’re on the hunt for more Disney Springs Halloween offerings, you can get really spooky and eat ice cream with BUGS in it at Salt & Straw, cross all the fall flavors off your list in one go with this sweet treat, and you can grab a Hocus Pocus Dole Whip flight as well! As always, stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney Halloween news. Our favorite pumpkin spice offerings have returned to EPCOT — check out where to find them! Halloween at Walt Disney World Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Has Returned to Magic Kingdom and We’ve Got the ONLY Guide You Need! See the Full List of PRICES and DATES for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Full List of Dates That Have SOLD OUT for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Get All of the Latest Updates on Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party See Our Photos and Reviews for ALL of the Fall and Halloween Treats in Disney World Start Your Halloween Shopping NOW With These Disney Items Online Check Out the Disney Halloween Ears That Dropped Online Get a Look at ALL of the Halloween Merchandise You Can Buy in Disney World Can You Resist These NEW Halloween Shirts?! A Halloween Candy Shortage Means You’ll Need Trick-or-Treating Alternatives and We Can Help See How Much It Costs to Do Disney World at Halloween in 2022 Learn About the Halloween Scavenger Hunt Coming to Disney World Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click Here to Subscribe Are you a churro fan or do you not get the hype? Tell us in the comments! The post A Word of Warning About the New GRAPE Churro in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World is HAUNTED and you might have even seen some of the resident ghosts on property. Okapi We’re not talking about the 999 happy haunts at the Haunted Mansion or even the glamorous stars at the Hollywood Tower (of Terror) Hotel. No, these ghosts are much less spooky and quite a bit more solid. We’re talking about the okapis in Disney’s Animal Kingdom! You might be wondering why we’re saying that Disney World is haunted by okapi. Let us explain. These animals are commonly called “the ghosts of the forest” because of their shy and elusive nature. Okapi If you’re lucky, you might spot them on the Kilimanjaro Safari ride at Animal Kingdom or on the savanna at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge. And if you’re VERY lucky, you might soon spot the newest member of the herd — an okapi calf who was recently born to first-time parents Oliva and Elombe! Take a look at the adorable calf in Disney’s video: Bani is named after a village in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, which is a native area for okapis. He was born on July 17th, 2022, and currently weighs just below 100 pounds and stands a little over 3 feet tall from hoof to shoulder. Disney reports that he may grow to “between five and six feet tall and up to 650 pounds”! Look at his little face! ©Disney Beni is the 12th okapi born at Disney World, and his keepers report that he’s a very active little guy. The keepers have been carefully monitoring him to make sure he’s growing well and staying healthy. Mom Olivia has been caring for her baby, and the two have spent a lot of time bonding over the last few months. He’s got places to be ©Disney If you’ve been on Kilimanjaro Safaris before, you may know that, while the striped legs of the okapis might make you think of zebras, they’re actually very closely related to giraffes. Okapis are endangered in the wild, and there are only an estimated 20,000 left in the world. That’s part of the reason that Beni’s birth is so important — he’s part of a species survival plan to ensure “responsible breeding of threatened species in managed care.” Disney works with the Association of Zoos and Aquariums to protect wildlife and conserve the environments of endangered species. Beni ©Disney Beni’s parents usually hang out at the Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Savanna, so he’ll make his own debut on the Pembe Savanna in the coming months. He’s coming to the savanna soon! ©Disney Stay tuned to DFB for more of the latest news from Disney World! Click here to see another baby animal that recently arrived at 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. Have you seen any baby animals in Disney World? Tell us in the comments! The post There’s a NEW Baby Animal “Haunting” Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

One of the big benefits of a cruise is that it is generally an all-inclusive type of vacation. Your room, food, all kinds of entertainment, and more are typically included in one single cost — making planning and budgeting a whole lot easier. Disney Dream But there are certain EXTRAS you can add to your cruise experience, like a spa date or special dining. On Disney Cruise Line, dining at the fancy, adults-only Palo restaurant (either for dinner or brunch, when offered) is an additional charge and reservations can fill up FAST. Is this a spot you should make a point to visit and pay extra for? Let’s find out! Atmosphere As we noted above, Palo is an adults-only restaurant on Disney Cruise Line. We ate at Palo on the Disney Dream, but you’ll also find it on the Magic, Wonder, and Fantasy, and there’s a different version of this spot (Palo Steakhouse) on the Disney Wish. Brunch here is an additional $45 per person (that is NOT included in your regular cruise price). Note that we were invited by Disney to eat at Palo Steakhouse as media during this particular cruise. Palo There is a semi-formal dress code. Disney specifically notes, “tank tops, swimsuits, swimsuit cover-ups, shorts, hats, cut-offs, torn clothing, T-shirts with offensive language or graphics, flip-flops and tennis shoes are not permitted at Palo.” Disney explains that men can wear dress pants or slacks and a collared shirt (a jacket is optional). Women can wear a dress, skirt, or pants with a blouse. Jeans are allowed if they don’t have holes and are in good condition. It’s FANCY Reservations are highly recommended for Palo. They can fill up really quickly because this is a popular spot with limited seating. Be sure to look at getting online reservations as SOON as you can if you want to dine here. If you can’t score reservations in advance, try and see if you can grab a reservation as soon as you board the ship. There is a cancelation fee, so be sure to cancel at least 24 hours before your reservation if you don’t want to be charged. ©Disney Now that we’ve finished the technical stuff, let’s get to the general atmosphere of this place! Palo serves up northern Italian-inspired cuisine in a space that is filled with Italian-inspired décor. On the Dream and Fantasy, you’ll find that Palo features some wood paneling to add warmth to the space, coupled with all kinds of gold details. A Look Inside Palo And keep an eye out for paintings throughout the restaurant that are inspired by the canals of Venice! See the Paintings? Couple all of that with some spectacular views of the ocean and you’ve got a pretty fantastic place to eat. But you’re not here to just look around. You’re here to EAT right?! So let’s get on to the menu! Menu Palo serves dinner and brunch, but for this trip, we got to experience the brunch side of things. Palo used to be famous for its brunch buffet, but things have changed and it is more of a traditional sit-down experience now. The menu includes an antipasti selection, along with eggs, soups, waffles and pancakes, pizzas, and entrees. Again, many of these feature an Italian flair, so you’ll find things on the menu like Lasagna Bolognese and Calzones, along with steak, fish, pasta, and more. Menu And you can’t forget dessert! Dessert includes the option of some more chocolate-forward sweets, as well as a torte, panna cotta, and more. Dessert Menu Keep in mind that menus can change, but these were the options we saw during our sailing in September of 2022. Now, let’s get to what we ate! Eats We started things off with some pastries and bread that were brought to the table. The pastries were great, but they were a bit boring in comparison to what comes next! Still, we think these were very tasty pastries and we found it irresistible to nibble away on them as we waited for our next course. Pastries and Bread Between the powdered sugar-covered sweets (we love a good sugar-melting-in-your-mouth moment) soft and flaky croissants, and fruit-topped pastries, we think most will be easily pleased by the selection. But it wasn’t the most exciting thing we ate at Palo brunch. Tasty but Not Mind-Blowing Next, we got the Antipasti Selection with a variety of meats. This featured sliced prosciutto, sliced coppa, sliced bresaola, salame gentile, marinated cerignola olives, roasted garlic, caciotta a tartufo, Parmigiano-Reggiano, and sweet pepperdew. Time to Dig In This was probably one of the more exciting appetizers if you’re the type of person who goes to brunch seeking savory food. The meats, cheeses, and sauces were rich and wonderful. One of the cheeses in particular was strong and delicious — we would have loved to have gotten more of it! A Closer Look We also got to try the Antipasti Selection with seafood. This one featured Jonah crab claw, lemon-marinated shrimp, marinated green lip mussels, spiced ahi tuna, gravlax served with Meyer lemon, saffron aioli, dill honey mustard, and cocktail sauce. We really enjoyed this! Seafood Plate It was great quality seafood simply done, and sometimes there’s nothing wrong with that! One of our reporters shared that they’d pick this over the more meat-focused antipasti because it felt more thematic to being on a cruise out at sea. The shrimp and tuna were our favorites out of the bunch, but we did love that there were some crab claws included (even though they were a little more difficult to eat). Another Look Next up, we tried the Celery Soup. It had spiced Italian sausage and focaccia croutons. This is another dish we really enjoyed. Don’t let the idea of celery soup scare you away if it’s a type of soup you’re not familiar with. It was creamy and wonderful, and that Italian sausage really added to the soup’s flavor. Celery Soup After the soup, it was time to dive into something sweet. We opted for a Mickey Waffle served with maple syrup, whipped cream, and mixed berries. Mickey Waffle! This is a pretty sizable waffle, so that’s great! And while the base is a standard Mickey waffle in terms of flavor you do get to pick some special things to go with it. For our meal, we opted to get the Apple Cinnamon Waffles. Again, the waffle itself was just a standard waffle in terms of flavor, but the apple cinnamon came in the form of a fun topping. The chance to have that topping was unique and different, which we really liked. Dig In! The apple pieces were softened perfectly and had a great cinnamon flavor to them. Our one big complaint? We wish there was MORE sauce. The sauce underneath the apples was liquidy, which was fine but we would have liked MORE liquid underneath those apples to pour on our waffle. We could have also probably used some vanilla ice cream to really take things to the next level. But overall, this was a great sweet option. It wasn’t the star of the show (at least in our opinion), but was tasty and totally hit the spot. Covered in the Topping Next up, we had the Parmesan-Crusted Chicken Breast. This is topped with San Marzano tomato basil sauce and mozzarella cheese and served with creamy Arborio rice risotto. By the time you get to the main course, it’ll be a miracle if you have room in your stomach for something this big. But you’re on a cruise so you MAKE room! This dish at Palo has quite the fan following, and let’s just say that those fans aren’t wrong. The tomato basil sauce, coupled with the risotto and the chicken make this one spectacular dish! Everything was so bright, flavorful, and delicious! No one flavor felt overpowering. And it wasn’t overly salty or too chewy. This dish really impressed us and was one of those moments where we truly felt like we were experiencing the value of experienced chefs and fantastic ingredients. OH WOW! Our other reporter tried the Lasagna Bolognese. This is served with a Roma tomato sauce. This was awesome! It had great flavors all mixed together thanks to the meat, cheese, and tomato sauce. It all blended into one delicious, savory bite that melted in your mouth. Lasagna And finally, wrapping up the savory part of our meal, we tried the Grilled Cut Sirloin Steak, served with thyme-herb butter, green beans, and Barolo wine potatoes. This steak was fine but was on the boring side. It was well cooked and we did enjoy it, but it didn’t stand out in comparison to the other things we had. Steak We would say that the steak, while good, is probably not the thing to order here, unless you are really craving a steak or are a picky eater and know the steak would be a safe choice for you. Our Steak Then, we pushed ourselves to the limit to stuff even MORE food in our faces for dessert! First, we tried the Warm Amaretto Chocolate Fondant. This features double chocolate sauce, hazelnut gelato, and mocha chocolate soil. Oh Yum! This dessert was rich and decadent! It was wonderfully warm, and we loved how well it paired with the hazelnut gelato. Warm chocolate + cold gelato = an unbeatable combo. We think this would be a fantastic dessert for anyone who loves chocolate! Well This Was Amazing Finally, we ended things off with the Buttermilk Panna Cotta Pot. This had strawberry popping pearls and pistachio crumble. We have to give a lot of points to this dessert on presentation alone. The bright colors and chocolate details on top made it very visually appealing. The Panna Cotta We also loved how light this was! It was a wonderful choice after having such a heavy meal. It tasted so fresh and the popping pearls provided a fun sensory experience. The pistachio crumble was really minimal, so it can be easily avoided if you hate pistachio. But, at the same time, it can be disappointingly minimal if you love pistachio. It seems more like a garnish than an integral part of the dish, so just bear that in mind. Panna Cotta Overall, this was a great combination of light flavors, a little chocolate moment, beautiful colors, and a fun design. Drinks Finally, let’s talk a bit about the drinks! There are some alcoholic drinks here that you can pay extra for, including a bloody mary, bellini, and more. We opted to get a mimosa with our meal. Mimosa The mimosa was great, and we’d say it was better than your average mimosa. But it wasn’t something that stuck with us as being particularly extraordinary. And that’s a wrap on our Palo Brunch experience. So is it worth the extra cost? Let’s go over some final thoughts. Nosh or Not Make a point to visit Palo for Brunch if: You’re looking for a way to add something special to your cruise experience You absolutely love brunch food and Italian-inspired eats (especially Chicken Parm!) You’re celebrating a special occasion and want to do that in a sophisticated (yet relaxed) adults-only spot Skip Palo Brunch if: You are sticking to a tight cruise budget You’d take a standard Mickey waffle, sausage, and basic scrambled eggs over fancier eats any day You’ve got little ones who insist on tagging along with you everywhere Overall Overall, we really enjoyed our Palo Brunch experience. It was a LOT, we repeat — a LOT — of food, but for an additional $45 per person, that can be worth it (depending on your point of view). We really enjoyed the seafood and meat-focused appetizers, the Parmesan-Crusted Chicken Breast was DELICIOUS, and the Chocolate Fondant dessert we had is one that chocolate lovers won’t want to miss. If you’re looking for a sophisticated (but not stuffy) spot to catch some awesome ocean views, enjoy a relaxing brunch, and get some great-quality food, we think Palo Brunch will check all your boxes. But make sure you try to get that reservation fast because things do fill up! Is Palo Worth It For You? Do you think Palo Brunch is worth the cost? Tell us in the comments! For more Disney Cruise Line food reviews, check out our posts below See our review of the Dole Whip infinity swirl drink we found on the Disney Wish Full review of the Arendelle restaurant on the Disney Wish Full review of Worlds of Marvel on the Disney Wish Full review of 1923 on the Disney Wish Review of Marceline Market on the Disney Wish Review of Palo Steakhouse on the Disney Wish And stay tuned for all the latest updates!  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Disclosure: In nearly all circumstances, Disney Food Blog writers and photographers pay full price for their own travel, hotel, food, beverage, and event tickets. We do this because it’s important to us as journalists to ensure not only that we give you unbiased opinions, but also that you can trust us to do so since we’re paying our own way. On rare occasions, when we are invited by a company to attend a preview as media, and when we choose to accept that invitation, we will always make you, our readers, aware of that situation. We were invited by Disney to eat at Palo for brunch as media. Note that when we attend events as media we are 1) Not required to review that event/food on any of our channels, and 2) Not required to review that event/food favorably. You can always count on DFB to give you a 100% unbiased and honest review of any event that we attend, food that we eat, or beverage that we drink. You can see more in our Disclosure Policy. 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Reopening restaurants, new merchandise, and price increases — a lot has changed recently at Disney World. Magic Kingdom If you’re heading to the parks soon, you’ll want to check out some of the changes so that you’re prepared before your trip. You can click here to see some construction updates going on right now, or check out some restaurants you may not have realized are STILL closed. Right now, we have a list of all the temporary closures that you can expect to see at the parks and hotels this week (October 16th through the 22nd) — check out the full list here! A quick note before we dive into the closures: Need a new graphic tee (uh, when don’t you need a new graphic tee!)? We’re dropping new Disney-themed designs! Click here to see ‘em! You can grab these now! Now that you’re ready with the perfect Disney shirts, check out our full list of what’s going to be CLOSED in Disney World this week. Magic Kingdom Walt Disney World Railroad The Walt Disney World Railroad has been closed for a long time now (we’re talking multiple years), and there’s still no word on when it will reopen. Walt Disney World Railroad Main Street Station We’ve heard some train testing in the park, but the railroad could remain closed until construction wraps up on the TRON: Lightcycle Run coaster over in Tomorrowland. This project (which has interrupted some parts of the railroad tracks) should be finished in the spring of 2023. Progress! Recently, we’ve seen more tracks being added over in this area, so it’s possible that the railroad could reopen before TRON construction is completely finished. We’ll be on the lookout for updates from Disney. Tomorrowland Light & Power Co. The gift shop at the end of the Space Mountain ride is also closed right now, so guests are being directed to exit this attraction a different way. Tomorrowland Light & Power construction From what we can see, it looks like Disney is working on updates both inside and outside this shop. They haven’t announced yet when it could reopen. Enchanted Tales with Belle Enchanted Tales with Belle is a character meet-and-greet attraction where you could help Belle tell the story of Beauty and the Beast. Enchanted Tales with Belle Although this spot is still closed (with no announcements about its reopening), you can sometimes still find Belle in this area meeting guests. Pete’s Silly Sideshow Another character spot in Magic Kingdom that’s still closed is Pete’s Silly Sideshow. This is where you could meet Donald, Goofy, Daisy, and Minnie in their circus performer outfits. Pete’s Silly Sideshow Disney has said that this spot will reopen “in the coming months,” so we’re watching carefully for its return! Meet Ariel at Her Grotto Ariel’s Grotto — where you could meet The Little Mermaid — is still closed in Fantasyland. Disney hasn’t announced when it will reopen. Ariel’s Grotto However, you can still take a ride on Under the Sea — Journey of the Little Mermaid (which is located nearby!) to see Ariel and her story. Find out where to get the BEST breakfast in Magic Kingdom. Disney’s Hollywood Studios Voyage of the Little Mermaid Speaking of The Little Mermaid, another attraction that’s currently closed is the Voyage of the Little Mermaid stage show in Hollywood Studios. Voyage of the Little Mermaid Disney hasn’t commented on this show’s closure at all, so we don’t know when or if it will reopen. Fantasmic! The nighttime show Fantasmic! is finally reopening soon. It will return in November of this year, and we can’t wait to see it when it’s finally back! Fantasmic! signs Cast Member rehearsals are going on right now, and Disney has announced that there will be a few changes when the show reopens (like new stunts, characters, and scenes). A new restaurant is coming to Hollywood Studios — see the latest updates here. EPCOT Canada Far & Wide in CircleVision 360 This film attraction about the natural beauty of Canada is currently closed because the Appleseed Orchard Food & Wine Festival booth is using the theater space to serve up tasty apple-flavored eats and drinks. 2022 Appleseed Orchard Festival Booth We’re expecting Canada Far & Wide to return after the EPCOT Food & Wine Festival ends on November 19th. American Adventure Pavilion The American Adventure show in EPCOT’s World Showcase is still closed as well. The show is still closed. Disney hasn’t given any update about when the show could return, but we heard from a Cast Member that the closure was for some routine refurbishments on the animatronics, so hopefully it doesn’t stay closed for too long. Monsieur Paul is finally reopening in EPCOT — see the new menu here. Disney World Hotels Kona Café — Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Kona Café is temporarily closed at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, but not for too much longer. It’ll reopen on November 1st, 2022. You can make reservations now if you want to visit once it reopens. Kona Cafe construction While it’s closed, however, you can still grab food from Kona Café by using the My Disney Experience app to Mobile Order breakfast, lunch, and dinner from Kona Café To-Go. You’ll pick up your food right next to Kona Island. Narcoossee’s — Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort At Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort, the upscale seafood restaurant Narcoossee’s is also temporarily closed. This restaurant closed back in July. Narcoossee’s Narcoossee’s will reopen sometime in 2023 with an “enhanced table-service experience.” Check out new eats and drinks at Disney World hotels. 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Disney World is expensive, but it’s not usually “$30 for a single drink” expensive. The Edison Even with all the price increases we’ve seen recently, you can generally get a cocktail for under $20. Recently, we stopped by one Disney World restaurant to try out some new drinks, and although most of them were pretty reasonably priced (at least by Disney standards), there was one stand-out that was both incredibly delicious and incredibly bad for our wallets. But it did come with a special perk! So come with us to find out if this High Roller cocktail is worth the cash or if you should stick to the other new drinks instead. Over in Disney Springs (Disney World’s center for shopping and dining), you can find The Edison. This unique lounge is known for its steampunk atmosphere and unique entertainment, but you can also find some fun eats and drinks on the menu. The Edison For a limited time, The Edison is featuring 4 new Halloween cocktails along with a new drink to celebrate Breast Cancer Awareness Month. You can try out these drinks until October 31st. The Stage We’ll start out with the priciest new option. The Pumpkin Spice Forever is a High Roller Cocktail for $30. The Edison has a special menu of High Roller Cocktails, which are drinks made with top-shelf ingredients that come with a pretty cool perk. If you order one of these drinks, you’ll get a gold “High Roller” coin from the bartender. High Roller Coin Once you get 4 gold coins (from purchasing 4 of these cocktails), you can turn them in to get a 5th High Roller drink for FREE! So whether you get all the coins in one trip or collect them over a longer period of time, you can save them up to get another drink on the house. This is one of the most well-kept secrets in Disney Springs. The other side of the coin But free drink or no free drink, is any cocktail actually worth $30? Actually, you’d be surprised. The Pumpkin Spice Forever is made with Stoli Elit vodka, Borgatti espresso liqueur, Ferretti biscotti liqueur, pumpkin spiced puree, black walnut bitters, and fee foam. We thought this drink was incredible — in fact, it was by far our favorite drink of the night. Pumpkin Spice Forever We felt very fancy sipping on this drink — so much so that we almost felt underdressed because this cocktail deserved nicer attire. It’s clearly a high-end drink, with very well-balanced flavors and strong fall vibes. The spices and pumpkin flavor worked together perfectly, and we think anyone who likes pumpkin spice will enjoy this. It was very delicious, to say the least. So good! It’s by far the most expensive pumpkin spice drink we’ve ever had, but we’ve got to admit that — for those who love fall flavors — this one is worth the splurge. Our favorite of the night Next, we tried the Eye Drop, which is another Halloween drink. It’s made with absolut citron, Cointreau, acidic simple syrup, and filthy cherry juice. This is a normal cocktail (not a High Roller), so it’s $17. The Eye Drop This drink perfectly captures spooky Halloween vibes, with a gummy eyeball floating inside. It’s pretty tart, but not too sour. Citrus was the main flavor, although it wasn’t specifically a lemon-y flavor. The drink is made with citric acid simple syrup instead of lemon juice so that you can still see the eyeball in it, which explains the vague citrus flavor. Pretty tart! This is a great option for someone who wants a themed drink for spooky season but isn’t interested in the more basic pumpkin flavors. Spooky! Our next drink won the “most impressive presentation” category — it’s the Blood Donor, made with blanco tequila, lime juice, and Salerno blood orange liqueur for $21. Blood Donor Bag This isn’t just a drink — it’s a whole experience. If you’ve ever wanted to feel like a real-life vampire, this is absolutely the best choice for you. The drink comes in a blood bag, so you have to squeeze it out into your glass before tasting it. This one is definitely not for people who get squeamish about their food — even though it’s a delicious drink (no real blood involved, we promise), the whole presentation could be a little jarring. Blood Donor It’s a very light drink that tastes a little like fruit punch. The alcohol flavor isn’t strong in this one, even if the spooky vibes are unmatched. Tasty! The last Halloween cocktail is the Red Rum. It’s made with Cruzan rum, orgeat, fresh lemon juice, honey, and house-batched cinnamon cordial for $17. Red Rum This was another of our favorites! It was pretty strong (much more so than the Blood Donor), and the cinnamon paired very nicely with the fruity, tart flavors, balancing out the sour with some spice. Another winner Our final drink of the night was the Pink Ribbon, which is here to celebrate Breast Cancer Awareness Month. With each purchase of the drink, one dollar is donated to the Florida Breast Cancer Foundation. You can get this one with or without alcohol, but the version with alcohol is made with Herradura silver tequila, house-batched raspberry mint cordial, fresh watermelon, and lime juices and costs $18. (The mocktail version comes without the tequila and costs $10.) Pink Ribbon This drink was very light and simple. The mint and lime went well with the sweet raspberry flavors, which made this a very Floriday-style drink. Since it’s still pretty hot in Orlando, we enjoyed the refreshing flavors! Light and refreshing Overall, we really enjoyed our experience at The Edison. The drinks all had fun and different themes, and we loved the variety in the Halloween cocktails. If you’re feeling very fancy, you can’t go wrong with that High Roller Pumpkin Spice cocktail — it was seriously one of the best drinks we’ve had in Disney World. But if you’re looking for more budget-friendly but still Halloween-themed drinks, we think the Blood Donor and Red Rum are very tasty as well! The Edison bar There are SO many great places to eat and drink at Disney World! How do you choose which ones to visit? 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! Plan your next trip with our DFB Guides! Keep following DFB for more reviews of the newest eats and drinks in Disney World! 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Note that when we attend events as media we are 1) Not required to review that event/food on any of our channels, and 2) Not required to review that event/food favorably. You can always count on DFB to give you a 100% unbiased and honest review of any event that we attend, food that we eat, or beverage that we drink. You can see more in our Disclosure Policy. Thank you for reading. — AJ The post Cocktails and Drinks Served in BLOOD BAGS — Come With Us to The Edison in Disney Springs first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Well, we saw a lot of price increases in Disney World this week. Be Our Guest Restaurant Some were for food (we’ll get to that in a bit), but we also saw a price increase for Genie+ and the service switched to flexible pricing, meaning you’ll pay even more when demand is high. We’ve touched a little upon the food increases, but here’s the thing — there were a LOT more and we’re unpacking ALL those restaurant menu changes for you right here. So buckle up, because this is going to be…a LOT. Price Increases Across The Resort Some price increases are resort-wide, so we’re going to list them all here. Resort Refillable Mugs increased from $19.99 to $21.99 Mickey Bars increased from $5.99 to $6.29 at some locations. Mickey Pretzels increased in some spots from $7.19 to $7.49 at some locations Dasani Bottled Water increased from $3.50 to $3.75 at some locations smartWater increased from $5.50 to $5.75 Bottled Sodas increased from $3.99 to $4.29 Dole Whip Orange Cup increased from $4.99 to $5.29 Dole Whip Strawberry Cup increased from $4.99 to $5.29 Dole Whip Pineapple Cup increased from $4.99 to $5.29 DOLE Whip Pepperoni Pizza increased from $18.99 to $19.99 at resort food courts Cheese Pizza increased from $17.99 to $18.99 at resort food courts Super Slice of Cheese Pizza increased from $8.49 to $8.79 at resort food courts Super Slice of Pepperoni Pizza increased from $8.49 to $9.29 at resort food courts Danish Assortment increased from $4.29 to $4.59 Hummus and Pretzels and Uncrustables increased from $4.49 to $4.79 Pickle increased from $1.19 to $2.29 Muffins have increased from $3.79 to $3.99 Walt’s Chili-Cheese All-Beef Foot-long Hot Dog increased from $13.99 to $14.29 Overnight Oats increased from $5.29 to $5.99 at resort food courts Walt’s Chili Cheese All Beef Hot Dog Many Kid’s Meals have also increased in price, including these listed here. Be sure to check the official menus before your vacation if you’ll be ordering for kids! In addition to these changes across Disney World, here are even more updates for specific locations. We’re focusing mostly on food updates, but there have been some beverage changes, too, across the resort, especially for alcoholic drinks — you can get check out what beverages are available and see their prices on the Disney World website or My Disney Experience app. Magic Kingdom Westward Ho Jalapeño Poppers increased from $5.49 to $5.79 at Westward Ho. Westward Ho Some beverages are also now more expensive. Here’s a review! Be Our Guest The cost of the prix fixe meal at Be Our Guest increased from $62 for adults and $37 for children to $67 per adult and $39 per child. Here are the other updates: Country Season Salad replaced with Country Pear Salad — Belgium Endive, Petit Lettuce Blend, Candied Walnuts, and Champagne Vinaigrette Dressing Herb-Salted Pork Tenderloin replaced with Dry-Aged Duroc Pork Chop — served with Lentil Ragout, Shaved Fennel, and Dijon Mustard Sauce Filet Mignon is now served with a side of Yukon Gold Potato Puree and Smoked Potato Bernaise Sauce Poulet Rouge Chicken is now served with Celery Root Puree, Roasted Root Vegetables, and Pinot Noir Ju Filet Mignon at Be Our Guest The wine menu also saw some changes, including the Be Our Guest Private Label Wine Sampler has gone up to $28. There were others, so be sure to check the official menu if you need prices for wine. Read a recent review Tony’s Town Square Restaurant Over at Tony’s, here’s what’s been updated: Today’s Sustainable Fish is now served with Pan-roasted with Eggplant Caponata, Shaved Fennel Salad, Citrus Vinaigrette, Basil Oil Tony’s Town Square That’s the only change here. Here’s a recent review EPCOT Kringla Bakeri Og Kafe Some sweet treats have had some changes here: Norwegian Kringla increased from $6.29 to $6.59 Rice Cream increased from $3.79 to $3.99 Rice Cream Several beverages are more expensive here now, too. Here’s a review of Kringla Bakeri Og Kafe Refreshment Port Chicken Breast Nuggets (8 piece) increased from $10.50 to $10.75. Refreshment Port Some of the same beverage changes have occurred here, too. Here’s a review! Le Cellier Here’s what’s changed at Le Cellier under Appetizers: Heirloom Tomato & Burrata Salad replaced with Heirloom Beets and Goat Cheese Under Entrees, the following changes have been made: Sustainable Fish is now served with Carrot-Ginger Purée, Swiss Chard, Petite Carrots, Togarashi Butter Rib-Eye Steak, USDA Prime increased from $57 to $59 Bison Strip Loin increased from $52 to $54 Bone In Ribeye Under Sides, the Bacon-Smoked Gouda Macaroni & Cheese increased from $11 to $13. We also noticed some changes on the wine menu, so be sure to check that before you visit! Read a recent review! Monsieur Paul Monsieur Paul is finally reopening soon and ahead of that, there’s a new menu. Monsieur Paul will have a prix fixe menu when it returns, so let’s take a look at it! You’ll start with a cocktail, which is a glass of champagne with a cheese puff gougère. You’ll also choose an appetizer — your options will include a Maine Lobster salad, Saffron mussels soup, or Escargot. ©Disney The fish course is next: you can choose between sea bass in puff pastry, snapper in potato scales, and seared scallops served with maple pumpkin voloutè. ©Disney Next is the meat course, which includes options like a rack of lamb, center-cut beef tenderloins, and chicken fricassee. ©Disney The cheese course features a plate of various imported cheeses. The final course is dessert, which has options like a thin apple tart, chocolate almond cake with ice cream, and a meringue treat with ice cream, sorbet, chantilly cream, and a raspberry coulis. ©Disney There will be a “focused wine list,” although the specific wines have not yet been listed on the Disney World website. Also, we now know the price for this meal: $195. Here’s a recent review before the restaurant’s closure! Sommerfest Over in Germany, Sommerfest has one food update: Bratwurst increased from $10.79 to $10.99. Bratwurst Many of the drinks here have also seen price increases. Here’s a recent review! Coral Reef Restaurant Changes are happening here, too: Shrimp and Grits increased from $32 to $34 Seared Mahi Mahi increased from $32 to $33 Seared Mahi Mahi Kid’s meals saw price increases, along with some beverages. Read a review Disney’s Animal Kingdom Harambe Market The Harambe Salad increased from $9.99 to $10.29. Harambe Market We also saw beverage changes here. Here’s our most recent review Satu’li Canteen Cheeseburger Steamed Pods – Bao Buns have increased from $12.79 to $13.29. Cheeseburger Pods Kid’s meals and drinks have increased, too. Here’s a recent review Restaurantosaurus This location also has updates: 1/3 lb Angus Bacon Cheeseburger increased from $12.29 to $12.79 All-Beef Foot-long Hot Dog increased from $11.99 to $12.29 1/3 lb Angus Cheeseburger increased from $11.29 to $11.79 Walt’s Main Street Fried Chicken Sandwich increased from $11.29 to $11.59 Restaurantosaurus Cobb Salad with Chicken increased from $10.99 to $11.59 Chicken Breast Nuggets (8 pieces) increased from $10.29 to $10.49 Impossible Spicy Southwestern Burger increased from $12.29 to $12.79 Restaurantosaurus Kid’s meals and beverages saw updates, too. Check out a review Tusker House Tusker House has gone up in price. Previously, lunch and dinner cost $55 per adult and $36 per child, but that has increased to $59 per adult and $38 per child. Donald at Tusker House Note that we saw price increases on some beverages here, too. Here’s our most recent review Tiffins At Tiffins, we noticed the following changes: Charcuterie increased from $18 to $19 Charred Octopus increased from $17 to $18 Shrimp and Grits increased from $35 to $37 The Land Salad increased from $12 to $13 Shrimp and Grits North African-spiced Tofu increased from $30 to $32 Butter Chicken increased from $38 to $39 Tamarind-braised Short Rib increased from $48 to $50 Whole-fried Sustainable Fish increased from $42 to $44 Also, note that there have been a few beverage updates. Here’s a review! Pizzafari Here’s what’s changed at Pizzafari: Sausage & Pepperoni Pizza increased from $11.49 to $11.79 Cheese Pizza increased from $10.49 to $10.79 Pepperoni Pizza increased from $10.99 to $11.29 Chicken Parmesan Sandwich and Caesar Salad with Chicken increased from $11.29 to $11.59 Caesar Salad increased from $8.99 to $9.29 Greens and Grains Salad increased from $9.99 to $10.29 PIIIIZZZAAA Kid’s Meals and beverages also saw some increases. Here’s a recent review Creature Comforts Animal Kingdom’s Starbucks location has some changes: Sausage, Cheddar & Egg Sandwich increased from $5.29 to $5.59 Bacon, Gouda & Egg Sandwich increased from $5.79 to $6.09 Slow-Roasted Ham, Swiss & Egg Croissant increased from $6.29 to $6.59 Creature Comforts Spinach, Feta & Cage-Free Egg White Breakfast Wrap increased from $5.79 to $6.09 Ham & Swiss Croissant increased from $4.99 to $5.29 Check out our most recent review Disney’s Hollywood Studios Mama Melrose’s Here’s what was updated on the menu at Mama Melrose’s: Shrimp Campanelle increased from $29 to $31 Spaghetti and Meatballs increased from $21 to $26 Spaghetti and Meatballs Some drinks also saw price increases. Read a Mama Melrose’s review Fairfax Fare Here are the changes at Fairfax Fare: All-Beef Quarter-pound Hot Dog increased from $9.99 to $10.29 Pretzel Dog and Truffle Bacon Macaroni & Cheese Hot Dog increased from $11.99 to $12.29 Chicago-style “Hot Dog” Salad increased from $9.49 to $11.79 Tuffle Bacon Macaroni and Cheese Hot Dog Many drinks here also saw price increases. Here’s a review of Fairfax Fare Woody’s Lunch Box Here’s what’s happening at Woody’s Lunch Box: BBQ Brisket Melt increased from $12.99 to $13.29 Smoked Turkey Sandwich and Chicken Salad Sandwich increased from $10.49 to $10.79 BBQ Brisket Melt from Woody’s Lunch Box Kid’s meals and beverages have also been updated. Here’s a review! PizzeRizzo Here are the updates at PizzeRizzo: Pepperoni and Sausage Pizza increased from $11.49 to $11.79 Pepperoni Pizza and Vegetable Pizza increased from $10.99 to $11.29 Cheese Pizza increased from $10.49 to $10.79 Antipasto Salad increased from $10.79 to $10.99 Spicy Italian “Sausage” Sub increased from $10.49 to $10.79 PizzeRizzo Kid’s meals and beverages have also changed. Here’s a review! Hollywood Brown Derby Here are the menu changes at Hollywood Brown Derby: Shrimp Cocktail increased from $15 to $17 Our Famous Cobb Salad increased from $20 to $22 Tomato Risotto increased from $29 to $31 Braised Short Rib increased from $39 to $1 Braised Short Rib Kid’s meals and beverages had price increases here, too. Here’s a review! Rosie’s All-American Cafe Here’s how Rosie’s menu has changed: Chili-Cheese All-Beef Foot-long Hot Dog increased from $13.99 to $14.29 1/3 lb Angus Bacon Cheeseburger increased from $12.29 to $12.79 1/3 lb Fresh Angus Cheeseburger increased from $11.29 to $11.79 Foot-long All-Beef Hot Dog increased from $11.99 to $12.29 Rosie’s All American Salad increased from $11.29 to $11.59 Chicken Breast Nuggets – 8 Pieces increased from $10.29 to $10.49 Rosie’s All-American Salad Kid’s Meals and Beverages saw some price increases, as well. Read a recent review Dockside Diner At Dockside Diner, we saw the following changes: Shrimp Salad Roll increased from $13.49 to $13.79 Chipotle Chicken Salad Roll increased from $9.99 to $10.29 Shrimp Salad Roll Kid’s meals and some beverages have also seen increases. Here’s a recent review 50s Prime Time Cafe Some entrees have been updated here: Aunt Liz’s Golden Fried Chicken increased from $25 to $26 A Sampling of Mom’s Favorite Recipes increased from $27 to $28 Mom’s Old-fashioned Pot Roast increased from $25 to $26 Cousin Megan’s Traditional Meatloaf increased from $22 to $23 Cousin Megan’s Traditional Meatloaf Both Kid’s Meals and beverages have also seen some increases. Check out our most recent review Hollywood & Vine The lunch and dinner buffet pricing at Hollywood & Vine has increased from $55 per adult to $59 per adult. Hollywood & Vine Buffet The price for the children’s buffet remains the same at $38. However, many beverage prices, particularly alcoholic drinks, have increased. Here’s our most recent review Catalina Eddie’s Here’s what’s changed at Catalina Eddie’s: Pepperoni Pizza increased from $10.99 to $11.29 Cheese Pizza increased from $10.49 to $10.79 Caesar Salad with Chicken increased from $11.29 to $11.59 Caesar Salad with Chicken Kid’s menus are higher here now, too. Here’s a review! Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge The Mara Lunch and dinner menus at the Mara have changed: Signature-blend Bacon Cheeseburger increased from $12.99 to $13.49 Signature-blend Cheeseburger increased from $11.99 to $12.49 Tamarind Barbecue Pork Sandwich increased from $10.99 to $11.29 Braai Chicken Flatbread increased from $11.99 to $12.29 Cheese Flatbread increased from $10.99 to $11.29 Caesar Salad increased from $8.99 to $9.29 Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad increased from $10.99 to $11.29 Chickpea Salad Sandwich increased from $9.99 to $10.29 The Mara Kid’s meals and beverages have also been affected by price increases here. Read a recent review! Jiko There’s a change on the wine menu at Jiko: REMOVED: Klein Constantia Vin de Constance Constantia ’08 ADDED: Mullineux Chenin Blanc Straw Wine, South Africa for $49 per bottle and $12 per glass Jiko That’s the only change here. Read our most recent Jiko review Boma Prices for the Boma buffet have increased for breakfast and dinner. Breakfast increased from $29 per adult and $17 per child to $35 per adult and $12 per child. Dinner increased from $49 per adult and $29 per child to $54 per adult and $32 per child. Buffet at Boma Note that some beverages here have had price increases, too. Here’s our most recent review Disney’s Beach Club Resort Hurricane Hanna’s Although there have been some price updates on beverages here, we’ve also seen some change with food: Hummus and Crudité increased from $4.49 to $4.79 Hanna’s Bacon Cheddar Cheeseburger increased from $12.99 to $13.29 Breaded Chicken Tenders increased from $10.09 to $11.19 Hurricane Hanna’s Seafood Roll increased from $11.79 to $12.29 Caesar Salad with Chicken increased from $10.99 $11.29 Read a review! Beaches & Cream We have some changes under Entrees at Beaches & Cream: Beaches & Cream Grilled Cheese increased from $14 to $15 Angus Beef Burger and Impossible Burger increased from $19 to $20 Cheddar-Bacon-Ranch Chicken Sandwich increased from $18 to $19 Reuben Sandwich increased from $18 to $19 Beaches & Cream Grilled Cheese Here’s what’s changed under Shakes and Sodas: Frozen Sunshine increased from $7 to $7.25 Ice Cream Soda increased in price and is now $6.25 to $7.00 Under Ice Cream, we saw the following: Kitchen Sink increased from $35 to $36 Classic Banana Split and Fudge Mud Slide increased from $12 to $12.50 SNICKERS Sundae and No Way José increased from $11 to $11.50 Old Fashioned Sundae increased from $10 to $10.25 Waffle Cone increased from $7.50 to $7.75 Kitchen Sink Under Shakes: S’mores Shake (Alcoholic) increased from $15 to $15.50 Here’s a review of Beaches & Cream Disney’s Art of Animation Resort Landscape of Flavors At Landscape of Flavors, we saw the following updates: Benedict Burger increased from $12.99 to $13.49 Bacon Cheddar Cheeseburger increased from $12.49 to $12.99 Cheddar Cheeseburger decreased from $12.99 to $11.99 Landscape of Flavors Chicken Strips increased from $10.49 to $10.69 Barbecued Pulled Pork Sandwich increased from $10.49 to $10.79 Ham and Cheese Sandwich and Plant-Based Tuna increased from $9.99 to $10.29 All Salads increased by 30 cents Cookies ‘n Cream Sundae Cupcake increased from $5.49 to $5.99 Kid’s Meals have increased here, too. For breakfast, Cereal with Milk increased from 4.99 to $5.29. Check out a review The Drop Off Pool Bar At the Drop Off Pool Bar, we’ve seen the following: Ham and Cheddar Sandwich increased from $9.99 to $10.29 Greek Salad increased from $8.99 to $10.29 ADDED: Turkey and Provolone Sandwich for $10.29 The Drop Off Several beverages have also seen some changes here. Here’s a recent review Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Citricos Here’s what’s different at Citricos: Sweet Corn Bisque increased from $14 to $15 Smoked Duck Breast increased from $18 to $19 Berkshire Pork Belly increased from $17 to $18 Guava Barbecued Short Ribs increased from $50 to $52 House Made Rigatoni increased from $34 to $36 Oak-grilled 12-oz Prime New York Strip increased from $58 to $59 Oak-grilled Filet Mignon increased from $54 to $56 Guava Barbecued Short Ribs Several beverages also had changes. Here’s a review of Citricos Beaches Pool Bar Here’s what changed at Beaches: Island Chicken Caesar Salad increased from $10.99 to $11.29 Grilled Portobello Sandwich increased from $10.49 to $10.79 Artisanal Burger increased from $13.99 to $14.49 Chicken Breast Nuggets increased from $10.99 to $11.99 Beaches Pool Bar We also saw updates to the Kid’s Meals and drinks menu. Here’s a review! Gasparilla Island Grill Here’s what’s different on the breakfast menu: Oatmeal increased from $3.99 to $4.99 Croissant Egg Sandwich increased from $8.79 to $8.99 Gasparilla Island Grill Here’s what’s changed at Gasparilla Island Grill for lunch and dinner: Broccoli & Roasted Tomato Flatbread increased from $11.99 to $12.29 Pepperoni Flatbread increased from $11.49 to $11.79 Cheese Flatbread increased from $10.99 to $11.29 Blackened Chicken Sandwich and Cuban Sandwich increased from $11.99 to $12.29 ALL Salads increased by 30 cents Note that some beverages and Kid’s Meals have also gone up in price here. Here’s a review! Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Roaring Fork Here’s how breakfast is changing at Roaring Fork: REMOVED: Chicken and Waffles, Ranger Hash Beef Brisket, Bagel Sandwich, and Banana Foster’s French Toast ADDED: Bacon, Egg, and Cheese Croissant for $8.99 ADDED: Egg and Cheese Croissant for $8.49 Chicken and Waffles Here’s what’s changed for lunch and dinner: Cheeseburger increased from $11.99 to $12.49 House-Smoked Turkey Sandwich and Tuna Salad Sandwich increased from $10 to $10.79 Zesty Slaw “Burger” on a Brioche Bun increased from $12.99 to $13.49 There are also some price increases for kid’s meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, as well as some increases for beverages. Here’s a review of the new menu items! Geyser Point At Geyser Point, we saw the following updates: Bison Cheeseburger increased from $20 to $21 Roasted Salmon increased from $17 to $18 Grilled Portobello Salad increased from $12 to $12.25 Bison Cheeseburger Kid’s Meals and drinks have also had some changes. Check out a recent review Whispering Canyon The breakfast menu here has been updated: All Skillets have increased from $24 to $26 Seared Impossible Burger increased from $20 to $21 Chopped Bison Burger increased from $21 to $22 Blueberry Muffin increased from $4 to $4.50 Carnivore Skillet from Whispering Canyon Cafe Here’s what’s changed with lunch and dinner: All Skillets increased from $34 to $36. Kid’s Meals and many beverages have also seen an increase here. Here’s a review! Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort Grandstand Spirits Pool Bar The Ham and Cheddar Sandwich has increased from $9.99 to $10.29. Grandstand Spirits Beverages have also seen price increases. See all of the dining options at Disney’s All-Star Resorts HERE! Disney’s BoardWalk Inn Flying Fish Here’s what’s been updated at Flying Fish: Lobster Bisque and Slow-roasted Pork Belly increased from $16 to $17 Shrimp Cocktail increased from $17 to $18 Prince Edward Island Mussels increased from $18 to $19 Seafood Pearl Pasta increased from $55 to $57 Plancha-seared Scallops increased from $49 to $51 Key Lime Cake increased from $11 to $11.50 Seafood Pearl Pasta with Seared Scallops Enhancement Beverages have changed here, too. Here’s our most recent review BoardWalk Pizza Window Here’s what’s changed at the Pizza Window: Slice Pepperoni Pizza increased from $8.99 to $9.29 Cheese Pizza Slice increased from $8.49 to $8.79 BoardWalk Pizza Window There were beverage changes here, too. Here’s a review! Belle Vue Lounge Drink prices have gone up at Belle Vue Lounge, but breakfast Muffins have also increased from $3.79 to $3.99. Belle Vue Lounge Everything else remains the same, though. Read a review! Disney’s Port Orleans — Riverside Muddy Rivers Pool Bar At Muddy Rivers, here’s what we saw: Chicken Salad Sandwich increased from $11.99 to $12.29 Ham and Cheese Sandwich increased from $10.49 to $11.29 Caesar Salad with Grilled Chicken increased from $9.99 to $12.29 Muddy Rivers Pool Bar Many beverages here have also seen price increases. Here’s a review Boatwright’s Here’s what changed under Entrees at Boatwright’s: ADDED: Crispy Cajun Chicken — Spicy Battered Chicken Breast, Red Beans and Rice, and Collard Greens with House-made Pickles for $25 General Fulton’s Prime Rib is now Blackened Prime Rib — Slow-roasted Blackened Prime Rib with Cajun Butter served with Mashed Potatoes and Seasonal Vegetables for $38 Taste of the Bayou increased from $35 to $36 Boatwright’s Jambalaya increased from $21 to $26 Blackened Salmon increased from $26 to $28 Deep South Shrimp and Grits increased from $24 to $26 Boatwright’s Jambalaya The Sides menu has been removed and an Enhancements menu has been added that includes: Louisiana Grilled Shrimp for $10 Fried Okra for $5 Andouille Sausage for $7 The following has changed under Desserts: Mississippi Mud Crème Brûlée increased from $8 to $10 There were a few updates to the drinks menu, too. Read a recent review River Roost Lounge At River Roost Lounge, the following updates have happened: REMOVED: Smoked Fish Dip Spinach and Artichoke Dip increased from $12 to $14 River Roost Lounge There have been some beverage updates, too. Here’s a review! Riverside Mill Food Court Some breakfast items will now cost more at Riverside Mill Food Court: Danishes have increased from $3.99 to $4.49 Glazed Doughnut increased from $2.29 to $2.49 Riverside Mill Food Court Note that kid’s meals and many drinks have also gone up in price here. Here’s our most recent review Disney’s Pop Century Resort Petals Pool Bar At Petals Pool Bar, the following has changed: Greek Salad increased from $8.99 to $9.29 Ham and Cheddar Sandwich increased from $9.99 to $10.29 ADDED: Turkey and Provolone Sandwich for $10.29 Petals Pool Bar Drinks have also seen some changes. Read a recent review Everything POP! Here’s what’s changed: POP’ing Pimento Burger increased from $12.99 to $13.49 Cheddar Cheeseburger increased from $11.49 to $11.99 Grilled Chicken Sandwich increased from $11.99 to $12.49 Honey Barbecued Pork Sandwich increased from $10.49 to $10.79 Ham and Cheese Sandwich and Plant-based Tuna Sandwich increased from $9.99 to $10.29 Everything Pop! All Salads increased by 30 cents Impossible Burger increased from $12.79 to $13.29 Mickey Cupcake Cookies ‘n Cream increased from $5.79 to $5.99 Tie-dye Cheesecake increased from $5.79 to $5.99 POP Goes Bananas Cupcake increased from $5.49 to $5.79 Here’s a review Disney’s Old Key West Resort Olivia’s Cafe There are updates at Olivia’s: Crab Cake increased from $14 to $15 Seasonal Market Salad increased from $11 to $12 Caesar Salad with Chicken increased from $16 to $17 Caesar Salad with Shrimp increased from $17 to $18 Southernmost Buttermilk Chicken increased from $24 to $25 Cayo Hueso Shrimp Pasta increased from $26 to $28 Tropical Chocolate Torte increased from $8 to $9 Key Lime Tart and Olivia’s Bananas Foster increased from $7 to $9 Southernmost Buttermilk Chicken Beverages and kid’s menu items have also been updated. Here’s our most recent review Turtle Shack Poolside Bar At Turtle Shack, the following has been updated: Cheese Pizza increased from $7.99 to $8.79 Pepperoni Pizza increased from $8.49 to $9.29 Power Salad increased from $9.99 to $12.79 Caesar Salad with Chicken increased from $9.99 to $11.49 Mango Rum-barbecued Pulled Pork Sandwich increased from $9.99 to $10.79 Buttermilk Chicken Sandwich increased from $11.49 to $11.79 Turtle Shack Kid’s meals and beverages have also seen updates. See all of the dining options at Disney’s Old Key West Resort here! Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Capt. Cook’s Breakfast at Capt. Cook’s has changed: Morning Flatbread increased from $10.29 to $10.59 Capt. Cook’s Lunch and dinner also have changes: Pan-Asian Noodles and Vegetables increased from $9.29 to $9.99 Cheeseburger increased from $11.29 to $11.79 Bacon Cheeseburger increased from $12.29 to $12.79 Aloha Pork Sandwich increased from $10.99 to $11.29 Chicken Breast Nuggets – 8 Pieces increased from $10.99 to $11.19 Pulled Pork Nachos increased from $9.99 to $10.29 Asian-style Noodle Salad increased from $9.29 to $9.59 Roasted Red Pepper & Arugula Burger increased from $12.29 to $12.79 Superfoods Salad increased from $10.99 to $11.29 50th Celebration Cupcake increased from $6.29 to $6.49 Mickey Chocolate and Vanilla Swirl Cupcake increased from $5.79 to $5.99 Kid’s Meals and beverages have also gone up here. Here’s a recent review! Oasis Bar & Grill The Grilled Chicken Avocado Wrap at Oasis Bar & Grill increased from $10.99 to $11.29. In addition, we saw some changes to the kid’s menu. Oasis Bar and Grill Many beverages here also saw price increase. Here’s a review of Oasis Bar & Grill Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto Even Trader Sam’s has some menu changes for food: Thai Chicken Flatbread increased from $12 to $12.50 Kahuna Tuna Sushi Roll increased from $15 to $18 Thai Chicken Flatbread from Trader Sam’s You’ll also pay more for many drinks here. Here’s a recent review! Disney’s Yacht Club Resort Ale & Compass Lounge Here’s what’s changed at Ale & Compass Lounge: Hearth Oven ‘Flatbreads’ – Chipotle-Barbecued Chicken increased from $18 to $19 Bacon and Vermont Cheddar Burger increased from $20 to $21 Ale & Compass Lounge Drinks here have also had price increases. Here’s a review! Ale & Compass Restaurant Here’s what’s changed on the breakfast menu at Ale & Compass: Shrimp and White Cheddar Grits increased from $18 to $20. Here’s what’s been updated on the lunch and dinner menus: Protein Bowl increased from $17 to $22 Chipotle-Barbecue Chicken Flatbread increased from $18 to $19 Bacon and Vermont Cheddar Burger increased from $18 to $21 Short Rib “French Dip” Flatbread increased from $19 to $20 Pappardelle Pasta increased from $22 to $24 New England Seafood Pot Pie increased from $28 to $30 Bacon and Vermont Cheddar Burger with Truffle Fries The beverages on the menu have also seen some updates. Here’s a recent review Crew’s Cup Lounge The Lobster Bisque at Crew’s Cup Lounge has increased from $16 to $17. The Crew’s Cup Many beverages here have seen changes, too. Here’s a recent review! Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground P & J’s Southern Takeout In addition to price increases for Kid’s Meals and beverages, Mickey Waffles have increased from $9.49 to $10.49. Here are the other changes: Cheeseburger is now Angus Cheeseburger — Grilled Angus Burger topped with Cheddar, Lettuce, and Tomato on a Brioche Bun served with French Fries for $12.29 Barbecued Pulled Pork increased from $10.49 to $10.79 Fort Wilderness Garden Salad increased from $8.99 to $9.29 Fort Wilderness Garden Salad with Chicken increased from $10.99 to $11.29 P & J’s Southern Takeout Pioneer Berry Salad increased from $8.99 to $9.29 Pioneer Berry Salad with Chicken increased from $10.99 to $11.29 Fort Wilderness Vegetable Burger increased from $11.49 to $11.99 Campfire S’more Cupcake​ increased from $6.29 to $6.49 Chocolate Crème Cupcake increased from $5.29 to $5.49 Muffin Assortment increased from $3.79 to $3.99 Kid’s Meals and some beverages also had price increases. Here’s a review! Disney’s Contemporary Resort Contempo Cafe Here are some changes at Contempo Cafe: For breakfast, Bagels increased from $3.49 to $3.79 Contempo Caesar Salad with Chicken increased from $10.99 to $11.29 Caesar Salad increased from $8.90 to $9.29 Contempo Burger increased from $12.99 to $13.49 Hot Turkey Sandwich increased from $11.99 to $12.29 Spicy Chicken Sandwich increased from $11.49 to $11.79 All-Meat Flatbread increased from $11.99 to $12.29 Kale Power Greens Salad increased from $11.99 to $12.29 Contempo Cafe Kid’s meals and drinks have also seen price increases. Read a recent review Disney Springs D-Luxe Burger Here are the updates at D-Luxe: Barbecued Burger, Buffalo Chicken Sandwich, and Plant-based Burger increased from $12.49 to $12.99 Classic Bacon Cheeseburger increased from $11.49 to $11.99 Classic Cheeseburger increased from $10.49 to $10.99 The Classic Cheeseburger We also saw increases for Kid’s Meals, as well as beverages here. Read a recent review Frontera Cocina Here’s what’s changed at Frontera Cocina: Queso Fundido increased from $13 to $14 Chipotle Chicken Flautas are now made with Crispy chipotle chicken tortilla flautas, Chihuahua cheese, red beans, roasted tomatillo-avocado salsa, garnished with crema, Cotija cheese, fresh herbs REMOVED: Guajillo Marinated Grilled Octopus Tacos Guacamole & Chips – Cranberry-Jícama has been replaced with Guacamole & Chips – Pineapple — Grilled pineapple, pomegranate seeds, roasted poblano for $13 Spring Ensalada replaced with Fall Ensalada — shaved brussels sprouts, shaved broccoli, kale, apples, mezcal cranberries, toasted pepitas, queso fresco and Pasilla de Oaxaca-apple cider vinaigrette for $14 Taquería Ensalada increased from $10 to $12 Option to Add Grilled Chicken Breast to your Salad increased from $8 to $9 Option to Add Mojo Garlic Grilled Shrimp to your Salad or Steak increased from $10 to $12 Option to Add Creekstone Natural Carne Asada* to your Salad increased from $14 to $15 REMOVED: Grilled Chicken Chipotle Tacos ADDED: Chicken Tinga Tacos — shredded chicken in a tangy morita chile and onion sauce, black bean refritos with queso fresco, guacamole, cilantro leaves, warm corn tortillas for $22 Garlicky Mushroom & Eggplant Tacos increased from $19 to $20 Flautas at Frontera Cocina Carne Asada Tacos increased from $26 to $28 Carnitas increased from $25 to $26 Mahi Mahi Al Coco increased from $38 to $39 Shrimp Mojo de Ajo increased from $32 to $34 ADDED: Mole Coloradito Enchiladas — Just-made corn tortillas, black beans, roasted butternut squash and grilled onion filling, Queso Chihuahua, white onion and flat leaf parsley leaves, warm corn tortillas for $25 Oaxacan Red Mole Chicken increased from $29 to $30 All Side Dishes increased from $7 to $9 ADDED: Flan de Calabaza — Spiced pumpkin flan, Uruapan rum caramel sauce, Milk & Honey granola crunch with peanuts & cocoa nibs, orange zest for $10 Several of the alcoholic beverages here have also seen price increases. Here’s our most recent review Amorette’s Patisserie The Character Dome Cakes at Amorette’s have increased from $59 to $65. Amorette’s Patisserie Champagne and other drinks cost more now, too. Check out a review! Typhoon Lagoon Leaning Palms The Leaning Palms has these menu changes: Caribbean-spiced Salad with Chicken increased from $11.99 to $12.29 Angus Cheeseburger increased from $11.29 to $11.79 Island Crunch Chicken Sandwich increased from $11.29 to $11.59 Pepperoni Flatbread increased from $10.99 to $11.29 Cheese Flatbread increased from $10.49 to $10.79 All-Beef Hot Dog increased from $9.49 to $9.79 Caribbean-spiced Salad increased from $8.99 to $9.29 Impossible Island Burger increased from $12.29 to $12.79 Leaning Palms Kid’s Meals and many beverages also increased in price. Here’s a review! Happy Landings Here’s what’s been updated at Happy Landings: EARidescent Ice Dream Cone increased from $5.79 to $5.99 Sand Pail increased from $13.99 to $16.99 Hot Fudge Brownie Sundae increased from $6.49 to $7.29 Soft-serve Waffle Cone and Soft-serve Sundae increased from $5.49 to $5.79 EARidescent Ice Dream Cone Several beverages went up in price here, too. Check out the latest review! We told you it was a lot. If you’re visiting Disney World soon, we recommend checking restaurant menus either on the Disney World website or on the My Disney Experience app. That will guarantee you don’t get any sticker shock or surprises when you visit! Disney dining changes are a lot to keep up with! We’ve done all the research for you in writing our DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining! We’ve got details on EVERY dining location at Walt Disney World inside our eBook – and it’s easy to download to your tablet or smartphone to take with you on your next trip. 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Going to Disney World for the holiday season? Then we’ve got an exciting update that you’ll want to know about! The holidays in Disney World There are plenty of things going on in Disney World for Christmas, like Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party and lots of huge Christmas trees in the parks and hotels. But what about a major holiday that will take place BEFORE Christmas? No, we’re not talking about Halloween. This news is all about Thanksgiving! If you’ll be in Disney World for Thanksgiving Day, don’t worry — you won’t have to give up your traditional feast! Many Disney World restaurants serve Thanksgiving food on the holiday so that you can celebrate with turkey, stuffing, and other favorites. (Take a look here at which spots served Thanksgiving last year — we’ll have a 2022 version of this post when more restaurants announce their plans.) Happy Thanksgiving Now, Raglan Road Irish Pub & Restaurant has announced that their Thanksgiving dinner menu is returning in 2022. So if you want to dine on traditional eats with a bit of an Irish twist, you can visit Disney Springs on November 24th to try out this meal! Raglan Road Thanksgiving dinner at Raglan Road includes 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. Talk about a feast! ©Raglan Road This meal costs $38 for adults and $18 for children (ages 9 and up), which is a little more expensive than it was last year. It’ll be served on Thanksgiving day (November 24th) from 11AM to 10:30PM. Let’s go in to eat! The normal Raglan Road entertainment will still be happening on this day — live Irish music and dance starts at 5PM and continues through the rest of the evening. And if you’d prefer to order from the regular menu (instead of having the Thanksgiving meal), you can do that instead! Be Prepared for a Show! Dining reservations for Thanksgiving day are now available in Disney World, and we recommend getting yours booked ASAP. We’re expecting the parks to be busy for the holiday, and you don’t want to be left without a spot to eat! Thanksgiving day crowds in 2021 With DOZENS of places to eat at Disney World, we know it can be tough to plan your meals. That’s why we wrote the DFB Guide to Dining at Walt Disney World. We have reviews, pictures, and details about every restaurant all in one digital download – along with ALL of our best tips and strategies from decades of Disney World trips. We’ve got a special discount code for DFB readers, too! Use WDW2022 at checkout for 25% off! You can take our ebook with you! We’ll be watching for more updates on where you can get Thanksgiving dinner in Disney World, so stay tuned to DFB for all the latest updates. Click here to find a Disney World restaurant that serves Thanksgiving dinner ALL. YEAR. LONG. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you visiting Disney World for Thanksgiving this year? Let us know in the comments. The post Thanksgiving Dinner (With an Irish Twist) Is Returning to One Disney World Spot! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We know how hard it can be to actually SAVE money on your Disney World vacation. EPCOT Say whaaaaat? SAVING money at Disney World? Yeah right. Well, it can be done — you just need to know a few tips and tricks in order to make it happen. Ultimately, though, you are planning a trip to the Most Expen- uh, Magical Place on Earth — so you will have to shell out at least some money on your trip. But just how much money you spend can be totally up to you — so we’re taking a look at the cheap, cheaper, and CHEAPEST ways to visit Disney World! Whether you’re trying to save a few bucks here and there, or are really trying to get the most bang for your buck and save HUNDREDS, we’ve got all the tips you need to save on your Disney World vacation — so let’s get into them! TRAVEL Cheap Depending on where you’re coming from, travel is one of those parts of your trip that can vary drastically. If you have to fly to Disney World, there are some things you can keep in mind to help you get the cheapest flight into Orlando International Airport (MCO). First things first: seasons. If you have control over when you can take your trip, try to wait for “off-peak” times. Mid-to-late August can be one of the best times to find cheaper flights since many families are wrapping up their summer trips and heading back to start the new school year. Flying to Disney World Another option is to plan your travel for weekdays. Flight prices typically depend on demand, so the old adage of buying flights on Tuesdays doesn’t really apply. But, when you actually fly out might make a difference — early to midweek tends to be cheaper than weekends, and if it’s a historically busy weekend, flight prices will be higher. Terminal C at MCO Which airline you choose to fly with can also make a huge difference, but can be tricky because it really depends on what flights are available at your airport. Spirit and Frontier Airlines usually offer the best flight deals, just keep in mind that you get what you pay for when it comes to budget airlines. Your closest airport might also not be the cheapest option — see if you can find cheaper flights at other nearby airports (if you can!). Spirit Airlines Once you’ve actually landed at MCO, you have to figure out how to get to Disney World. Unfortunately, Disney’s Magical Express service is gone so this is going to cost you at least a bit of money. If you’re trying to do Disney on the cheap, a rental car is out because not only do they cost a pretty penny, but you’ll also be faced with those dreaded Disney World parking fees! Instead, consider booking a trip with Mears Connect or the Sunshine Flyer. A round trip on Mears will run you $32 per adult and $27 per child, while the Sunshine Flyer costs $32 per adult and $20 per child. So, for a family of two adults and two kids to take Mears Connect you’re looking at $118, but the Sunshine Flyer would cost $104! Sunshine Flyer Of course, you can always take a rideshare service like Uber or Lyft. They do switch up their pricing and often have surge pricing as well, but they don’t charge per person like the shuttles do. Depending on how many people are in your party, you might have to do a little bit of math to figure out which is right for you. How to Find the BEST Flight and Hotel Deals on Hopper! Cheaper If you’re planning your trip far enough in advance and have the extra time, consider hitting the road and driving to Disney World instead. Even if you have to make a hotel pit-stop along the way, this can be much cheaper than flying — especially if you’re in a large group. And, depending on how many adults you’re traveling with, the cost of hotel rooms can be split up to make it even cheaper. Let’s go to Disney World! We’ve seen gas prices fluctuate recently, and hotel rooms are typically subject to surge pricing as well. Because of this, the further you book a hotel room or start planning your road trip can actually save money — last-minute stays can hike up the price more often than not. Cheapest If flights are just WAY too expensive for you right now, and you don’t want to shell out the dough to stay in a hotel on your way down to Disney World, there is another option — BOOK IT to Disney World in a 1-day drive! Of course, this isn’t an option for everyone, but if you’re a frugal fan who wants to have the cheapest trip possible — this might be a good option. To do this, though, you’re going to need to start your day EARLY so you can pace yourself and take breaks throughout your drive — a good rule of thumb is a 15-minute break for every two hours of driving. Driving to Disney World You’re also probably going to want to try to split up driving duties, if that’s an option. Taking shifts and rotating drivers can prevent anyone from getting too tired and needing to pull over to rest at a hotel (remember — we’re avoiding extra expenses here). And finally, don’t forget the road trip SNACKS. Stay hydrated, too. Yes, the more water you drink the more you’ll have to stop to go to the bathroom, but if you’re dehydrated by the time you make it to Disney World, you could get sick and not be able to enjoy your trip! Planning Tips You NEED To Know Before Your Next Disney World Trip HOTEL Cheap HOORAY! You’ve made it to Disney World — and got there without breaking the bank. But, where will you be staying that’s actually cheap? Value Resorts are going to be your best friend here — but, they are Disney Resorts which means they’re not necessarily going to be “cheap.” During peak seasons, Value Resorts can still end up being over $200 per night. All-Star Resorts Let’s say you’re still traveling with two adults and two kids (props for not losing anyone on the journey) during Disney World’s downtime in August. A standard room at one of Disney’s All-Star Resorts could cost around $141 per night — which really isn’t that bad for a Disney hotel, all things considered. But — there’s an even CHEAPER way to stay at a Disney-owned resort. Broadway Street at Disney’s All-Star Music Grab your camping gear, because we’re roughin’ it at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campgrounds! You can rent a campsite and live in the “great outdoors” for around $74-$131 per night during the slow season, and you’ll still get access to all those Disney World perks like Early Theme Park Entry and free transportation. Campground tents Plus, make sure you check DFB for the latest Disney World hotel deals that have been announced! See our ranking of the Disney World Value Resorts here! Cheaper Not a fan of the camping idea, but still not sure if you can swing a Value Resort? No problem — consider staying at one of Disney World’s Good Neighbor Hotels. These hotels partner with Disney to bring savings and park perks to guests — like Early Theme Park Entry, free transportation, and more. Wyndham Resort They can still be a bit pricey as they range in levels of luxury, but more often than not they’re still going to be much, much cheaper than a Disney-owned-and-operated hotel. For example, your 2 adult, 2 kiddo group can stay at the Residence Inn Lake Buena Vista in a 1-bedroom, 2-room suite with 2 Queen beds and a sofa bed for about $135 per night during off-peak times. Sure, that might be roughly the same price as a Disney World Value Resort — but this time, you get an entire SUITE! It also comes with a full kitchen so you could save even more on your trip by having meals in the hotel room — but more on that later. ©Residence Inn Lake Buena Vista Or, you could stay at the Rosen Lake Buena Vista in a Deluxe Bedroom for — drumroll please — $85 per night! Plus, this hotel also has added perks like free parking, a free shuttle to the parks, and a kids eat free program so you can save even MORE. There are plenty of Good Neighbor Hotels (over 40 actually) so you shouldn’t have a problem finding something that might fit your needs! Cheapest The cheapest option, though, is going to be traveling a bit off the beaten path and further outside the Disney World bubble to greater Orlando. There are hotels EVERYWHERE — and you can probably find a cheap hotel that will work for you if you do just a bit of research. ©AirBnB Airbnbs are also popping up like weeds all over Orlando near Disney World, and that can be a great option for larger groups or those who are looking to rent an entire space. But, your mileage is going to vary with non-Disney hotels and AirBNB — just check the ratings and reviews before you book. You tend to get what you pay for when it comes to travel accommodations. See some of the highest rated Airbnbs near Disney World here! PARK TICKETS Cheap IT’S FINALLY TIME! You’re heading to the parks! But HOW can you get there for cheap? First, check out the Disney World Special Offers, Deals, & Discounts page on their website for the latest discounts and ways to save — we also keep track of them all right here! You can also partner with a travel agent like our friends at Small World Vacations — they can keep an eye out on the best Disney World savings and help you get them applied to your trip. And of course, we’re always on the lookout for the latest Disney deals, so consider subscribing to our newsletter if you haven’t already! The best part about these strategies is that they won’t cost you a dime. Our favorite people over at Small World Vacations are ready to help you save time, headaches, and best of all, money, when you book your Disney trip or cruise. Their agents compare current offers to find the best deal for you -- they've literally saved their guests millions of dollars since 1996. Plus, their services are 100% FREE FOR YOU! (They're DFB's recommended travel agency, and you can see why here!) So book that trip now, then sit back and enjoy planning your Disney World Trip with a DFB-approved expert! Click here for a no obligation price quote today, and let them know DFB sent you http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/customemailexample.jpg Disney World park tickets vary in price depending on the time of your visit (are you sensing a theme here?) so let’s check out some examples. Say your family of 2 adults and 2 kids wants to visit all four parks with single-day tickets. During an off-peak time like August, tickets could cost anywhere from $106 to $108 per day (so around $1,800 total). Magic Kingdom It’s also important to note that if you decide to hit up fewer days in the parks, the price ranges will increase. Essentially, the more days you visit the parks, the cheaper each ticket will be! See the CHEAPEST dates to visit Disney World in 2023 here! Cheaper Like we said, 4 parks and 4 tickets for 4 days is NOT cheap — so let’s see what we can do about it. How does a weekend trip sound? This way, you’ve already eliminated 2 park days — you’ll just have to decide which parks you’ll want to visit. EPCOT But, if you REALLY want to visit all 4 parks on your weekend trip, it’s still possible with the Park Hopper add-on. You can visit 2 parks per day with the $65 extra Park Hopper charge and hop to a different park after 2PM (assuming you’ve already scanned into your first park — read more about park hopping here!). An empty walkway in Animal Kingdom For our example family of 2 adults and 2 kids to have a weekend trip during the off-peak season — you’re looking at around $1,300 for tickets. Still expensive, but about $500 cheaper than 4 parks and 4 days. But, if you’re only worried about paying for your own ticket – a weekend full of park hopping with friends will run about $334, which might be an easier pill to swallow. Want to save even more? Head to a water park instead of another theme park! Typhoon Lagoon! Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon offers a TON of water rides, slides, a pool, and everything you need for some fun in the Florida sun. Tickets for Typhoon Lagoon are around $65 to $69 for adults and $58 to $63 for the littles! Cheapest The absolute CHEAPEST option when it comes to Disney World is doing a weekend trip and just visiting ONE park. But, what do you do with the other day? Well, that’s when you check out all of the FREE things you can do around Disney World! Yep, we said FREE. Disney Springs Roam around Disney Springs, hang out by the pool at your hotel, catch a Movie Under the Stars or play trivia at your resort, and more. All of these offerings are complimentary and feature much of the Disney World magic you’d get in the parks. Plus, the monorail and Skyliner are basically rides you can get on without a park ticket, so there’s that. Disney World Having a cheap Disney World trip sometimes means having to make sacrifices and not being able to do everything you want to do — so we wouldn’t recommend this for first-timers. But, if it’s a cheap trip you’re after, this is probably the best way to do it! How You Should Spend Your Money in Animal Kingdom FOOD Cheap Now is our time to shine. Sure, we’re experts in ALL things Disney World planning, but food is where we really get excited. First, let’s go over some discounts and loyalty programs that you might not know you can use at Disney World! Riviera Spread! The Levy Loyalty Program can help you save at spots like Paddlefish and Terralina Crafted Italian, and the Landry’s Loyalty Program will get you discounts at Yak and Yeti and Rainforest Cafe. Blaze Pizza in Disney Springs has an app that occasionally sends free offers, and the Patina Restaurant Group has an email subscription with perks like deals, discounts, free appetizers, and more. Paddlefish The Edison, Enzo’s Hideaway, Maria & Enzo’s Ristorante, Pizza Ponte, Morimoto Asia, and all the restaurants in the Italy Pavilion at EPCOT are all operated by the Patina Restaurant Group, so you have the chance to save at quite a few different spots! Cheaper But, where are the cheaper restaurants in the parks? Well, quick-service spots are going to be your best friends here. In Magic Kingdom, we love Casey’s Corner for some corn dog nuggets, Friar’s Nook for loaded tots, and Sleepy Hollow has some stellar waffle sandwiches. Corn Dog Nuggets If you’re heading to Hollywood Studios, one of the cheapest options (although not necessarily knock-your-socks-off food) is Catalina Eddie’s for some puffy pizza. One of the better quick-service restaurants in Hollywood Studios is Woody’s Lunch Box — here you can get totchos, grilled cheese and tomato soup, and those fun Lunch Box Tarts! Protip: you can order off the kids’ menu at quick service spots to save even more. Loaded Tachos At EPCOT, Choza de Margarita has affordable small plates and snacks (not to mention some delicious frozen margs), but another option is to make festival booths into your meals! Depending on when you’re visiting, chances are there’s going to be a festival going on. Prices can vary, but if you purchase a Disney gift card and pre-load it with a set amount, you can stick to your budget! Tacos de Cochinita If Animal Kingdom is on the agenda, we love the mac and cheese options over at Eight Spoon Cafe. These cups of baked mac and cheese are technically snacks, but they’re really filling and make a great lighter meal. Or, head to Mr. Kamal’s to pick up those excellent seasoned fries with saffron aioli, honey kimchi ketchup, and Tandoori honey mustard for $5.99 (and you can thank us later). Mr. Kamal’s Chicken Dumplings Cheapest Even if you only bought the absolute cheapest foods at Disney during your trip — those costs are still going to add up QUICKLY. Save even MORE by packing your own food and snacks! It’s totally cool with Disney, just make sure you’re not bringing anything with you that’s not allowed. Lays Magic Kingdom We’re in the parks constantly and are often eating snacks on the go, so here are some of our favorite things to toss in our park bag or keep in our hotel room! Granola bars or trail mix Uncrustables or pre-made sandwiches Peanut butter crackers Mini muffins Bagels Veggies and fruit (carrots, celery, grapes, oranges) Chips Goldfish, Teddy Grahams Applesauce These are the BEST snacks to bring in your Disney World park bag! And make sure you pack your reusable water bottle for FREE water in the parks and to stay hydrated. You can also get free water cups at most quick service locations, but filling up your own bottle is often easier and more convenient. Cheap but Filling Disney World Snacks for When You’re Ballin’ on a Budget SOUVENIRS Cheap What’s a Disney World trip without something to bring home to commemorate your epic vacation? Before you drop any cash at one of the stores on property, make sure you check the shopDisney website to see if you can find the item for a little cheaper. Plus, they often have online sales that might not be offered in-store. Tie-Dye Spirit Jersey that’s cheaper online You can get all kinds of park merchandise on shopDisney including festival merch! You can always keep an eye on the item online and wait for a sale to pop up — but this requires patience and there’s no guarantee that the item will actually ever go on sale. Cheaper Save money by being PREPARED. You can often find cheaper Disney merchandise at places like Target, Walmart, or even the dollar store. If your kiddo is set on bringing a souvenir home with them and are just BEGGING you for it — whip out the $10 Walmart ears you got instead of the $35 park ones. But, if you still want to have that experience of buying a Disney souvenir in the parks (or want to share that experience with your kids) try setting a dollar limit or item limit instead. That way, you’ve committed to something and won’t spend a single dollar more. Maybe. Probably. If you put blinders on your kids’ eyes. 10 items to purchase BEFORE you go to Disney World! Cheapest Remember how we mentioned earlier that sometimes having the CHEAPEST Disney World trip means making sacrifices? Souvenirs are another area where you just might have to. Just don’t buy anything extra — seriously. Disney is trying to get you to spend money (and they’re GOOD AT IT) so just tell yourself that extras are not an option this time around. Ratatouille Ears Extras like Genie+ and even the new MagicBand+ can be great, but they can also be some of the easiest ways to rack up extra costs on your trip. Just take your time, ride rides, see all the shows, check out the details — and have a good time. MagicBand+ Planning a cheap trip to Disney World isn’t impossible, it’s just a bit challenging and requires some careful planning. Our BEST tip for sticking with your budget at Disney World will forever be to plan ahead – especially for dining! Take the DFB Guide Wherever You Go When you buy our DFB Guide to Dining at Walt Disney World, you’ll get immediate access to our downloadable worksheets for planning your trip, as well as sample one-day dining itineraries! And as a DFB reader, you’re entitled to a discount! Use code WDW2022 for 25% off your purchase. Be sure to stay tuned to DFB for the latest Disney planning tips and more! 5 Ways To Save $1,000 on Your Disney Trip (Really!) Planning a Trip to Disney World? 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If you’re looking for late-night dining in Disney World, there are a few spots that you should definitely know about. Port Orleans – Riverside Disney’s BoardWalk Inn has several spots that are open into the night, and you can also find lots of restaurants, bars, and lounges at Disney Springs. But there’s one spot that you’re probably not thinking of, but you definitely should consider as a great place to grab a quick bite and a drink! Come with us to the River Roost at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside. The River Roost lounge at Port Orleans – Riverside is open from 5PM to 12AM most nights, with food served until 10PM. On the weekends, you can sometimes catch this lounge open earlier in the day as well. River Roost Eats on the menu here include a charcuterie board, some chicken wings, Mardi Gras Fritters, and other small plates. Disney recently announced a couple of new menu items here, so of course we had to head in and check them out! Let’s go in! Come see if you should get these items on your next trip to the Disney World parks. New eats and drinks There’s a new drink on the cocktail menu — the French 75 — and a new appetizer on the food menu — Spinach and Artichoke Dip. Starting out with the drink, the French 75 is made with Argyle Sparkling Brut, Hendricks Gin, Lemon Juice, and Pure Cane Sugar, and it costs $15.50. French 75 We thought this was a very tart drink — you can’t detect much sweetness, even with the cane sugar added in. Although you can’t taste the sugar much, you can definitely find the gin! The drink is very strong, and our reporter said that just a couple of sips were enough to bring on the warm fuzzies. Tart! Still, we thought the flavors were very well-balanced. There was just the right amount of lemon to offset the gin flavor. If you like tart drinks and gin, this is a great choice! However, if you’re more interested in sweet drinks, this might be one you’ll want to skip. Seating in the River Roost lounge We also tried the new appetizer, which is Spinach and Artichoke Dip, served with Cornbread Crostinis for $14. This is a plant-based option, but we found it to be super creamy despite being made without dairy products. Spinach and Artichoke Dip The dip has a good balance of spinach, artichokes, and “cheese” flavor. Like we said, it was super creamy, and we could hardly tell it was any different from the non-plant-based dips we’ve tried. Look at the Mickey! The cornbread crostinis are made from sweet cornbread, and there was even a little Mickey-shaped one! If you know us, you know that we firmly believe all food tastes better when it’s shaped like Mickey. This cornbread crostini was no exception to that rule. Cornbread Crostini The sweetness from the cornbread is a good complement to the salty dip. We thought this was a very fun way to put a spin on the normal crostinis. Yum! If you like spinach and artichoke dip, we think you should absolutely try this appetizer! The addition of the cornbread makes it a little bit unique, and we really enjoyed every bite. Some kiddos might be put off by all the veggies in the dip, so this might be one for more adventurous kids and adults. So good! You can head into River Roost now to try out these new items! If you’re not staying at Port Orleans – Riverside or the nearby Port Orleans – French Quarter, it might be a little bit out of your way to get to River Roost. Remember that there is a boat service between the Port Orleans resorts and Disney Springs, and you can use a Disney bus to get to this spot from any of the parks. Boat service We know there are SO many great snacks at Disney World — so how do you choose which to try? 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! Ready to get started? 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STOP what you’re doing right now and read this post if you want to eat delicious food on your Disney World trip. Magic Kingdom 2023 is a big year for Disney World, with new attractions opening, changes happening at the resorts, and so much more. With things like Genie+, Disney Park Passes, and the My Disney Experience app, it seems that there’s a lot of pre-trip research that’s necessary to planning the perfect vacation. But today, we’re helping you out with one big step — your dining! If you’re on the hunt for the BEST restaurants to try at Disney World in 2022…we’ve got your list. Columbia Harbour House Let’s start things out in Magic Kingdom, with our pick for the park’s best quick service spot — Columbia Harbour House. This restaurant, nestled in Liberty Square, serves American food that’s mostly focused on New England flavors, including seafood, veggies, clam chowder, hush puppies, and more. Columbia Harbour House The seating is entirely indoors, with both upstairs and downstairs options. (It’s great to get that A/C on a hot day!) You can Mobile Order your meal here through the My Disney Experience app to skip the line at the counter. And what should you add to your order? The hush puppies are spectacular, and the Trio Platter is a great choice if you want a little bit of everything! Click Here to Read Our Review of Columbia Harbour House! Jungle Navigation Co. Ltd. Skipper Canteen Our other pick from Magic Kingdom is located in Adventureland, it’s Skipper Canteen! (Because, let’s be honest, WHO actually says the full name of this restaurant?!) Here, you’ll be waited on by Jungle Cruise skippers, entertaining you with jokes while serving the jungle’s finest cuisine. Jungle Navigation Co., Ltd. Skipper Canteen In case you’re wondering what “jungle’s finest cuisine” includes, it’s basically a mix of African, Asian, and Latin dishes with punny names. You’ll find items like Skipper Dan’s Dan Dan Noodles and “Tastes like Chicken” Because it is! (Yes, that’s the ACTUAL name of the entree.) Since this is a table service restaurant, you’ll want to book a dining reservation if you plan on eating here, although, we’ve found that the Mobile Dine Walk-Up Waitlist has last-minute availability here from time to time. Read Our Skipper Canteen Review Here! Connections Eatery Moving on to EPCOT, let’s talk about a spot that opened up in 2022, Connections Eatery! This new quick service restaurant has a variety of Americanized food, including burgers, pizza, salads, chicken, and more. They have a signature sauce that we love and some deliciously crispy french fries. Mobile Order is available, but the time slots often fill up quickly because of the popularity of the restaurant. Connections Eatery It’s located on the edge of World Celebration, right next to Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind. It’s the only restaurant on that side of the park besides Space 220, so it can be VERY difficult to find a table inside during meal times. Because of this, it might be hard to dine here with large parties Click Here to Read Our Connections Eatery Review! Le Cellier Over in World Showcase, Le Cellier has been a standout restaurant for year due to its amazing food and amazing service. Located in the Canada Pavilion, this signature restaurant (that means it’s going to be pricey!) is pretty popular, so reservations can be challenging to snag. Le Cellier The filet mignon and the cheddar cheese soup are both very popular items on the menu, and they’re even served in small portions at the Canada booth during the International Food & Wine Festival. If you’re looking for a restaurant to celebrate a special occasion in 2023, consider Le Cellier. Check Out Our Review of Le Cellier Here! ABC Commissary Back in 2020, ABC Commissary got a big menu overhaul at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. If you haven’t been since then, you’re missing out! Now, this restaurant serves tacos, salads, and a Buffalo Chicken Grilled Cheese that is a favorite of many people here at DFB. ABC Commissary There’s both indoor and outdoor seating, it’s one of the less-crowded places in the park typically, and the food is delicious…what’s not to like?! Plus, it’s often home to some fun seasonal desserts, so check those out during your visit. Click Here to Read Our ABC Commissary Review! Roundup Rodeo BBQ The other spot we want to highlight in Hollywood Studios is one that hasn’t opened yet — Roundup Rodeo BBQ! This new table service spot is under construction in Toy Story Land, and is set to open before the end of 2022. Roundup Rodeo BBQ concept art We don’t know much about the menu yet, except that there will be barbecue. But if it’s half as popular as Woody’s Lunch Box, we’re expecting reservations to fill up for this spot QUICKLY. It’s definitely going to be a hot-ticket dining reservation next year! Click Here to Learn More About Roundup Rodeo BBQ! Satu’li Canteen Let’s move on to the last park, Animal Kingdom! Here, we of course have to mention the fan-favorite quick service spot, Satu’li Canteen. Located in Pandora, here you can build your own bowl with a base, a protein, and a sauce. It’s definitely one of the healthier dining options around. Satu’li Canteen It’s also home to the world-famous Cheeseburger Pods, which are basically tiny McDonald’s cheeseburgers wrapped up in a doughy dumpling-like exterior. They’re quite popular, and so is this spot, so plan ahead if you want to Mobile Order or dine here. Check Out Our Satu’li Canteen Review Here! Nomad Lounge Our other pick for Animal Kingdom is Nomad Lounge. This lounge is attached to Tiffins, but is much more low-key, with casual couch and lounge chair seating both indoors and outdoors on the porch. If you sit next to the water, you might be treated to a great view of the flotillas going by on the Discovery River. Nomad Lounge The menu here changes from time to time, but there are plenty of drink options, including non-alcoholic mocktails, as well as a number of small plates. There’s typically some kind of slider offering as well as a bowl, along with other seasonal and limited-time specialties. Either way, it’s almost always delicious! Click Here to Check Out a Nomad Lounge Review! Homecomin’ Now it’s time to go to Disney Springs, where we’ve got two spots to highlight! The first is a DFB fave, the amazing Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’. This restaurant is VERY popular and reservations go quickly (although we’ve been able to ask at the podium and get seated occasionally in the past). Homecomin’ in Disney Springs Here, you’ll find a variety of comfort foods and homestyle cooking on the menu, put together by celebrity Chef Art Smith. They’re famous for their fried chicken, as well as their moonshine. They even have a Shine Bar for those who are interested. See Our Latest Review of Homecomin’ Here! Chicken Guy Speaking of celebrity chefs, perhaps you’ve heard of Guy Fieri? Well, of COURSE you have! The famous host of Diners, Drive-ins, and Dives has his very own restaurant in Disney Springs called Chicken Guy, where you can order chicken tenders…but with your choice of 22 (!!!) different sauces! Chicken Guy! There’s quite literally a sauce for every palette here. It’s a counter-service restaurant, so as long as there’s not too long of a line, you can get in and out fairly quickly. Plus, they recently expanded their indoor seating! Check Out a Review of Chicken Guy Here! Steakhouse 71 Steakhouse 71 opened up at Disney’s Contemporary Resort for the 50th Anniversary in 2021, replacing The Wave on the first floor of the hotel. The new restaurant is a traditional American steakhouse vibe, with varying menus for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Steakhouse 71 We’re not always the biggest fans of sit-down meals in Magic Kingdom, and if you aren’t either, then this restaurant is just a short walk away, a little reprieve from a busy park day. We have to recommend the burger (it’s a classic!) and the French Onion Soup has been a favorite for many as well. Read Our Steakhouse 71 Dinner Review Here! Sanaa Now let’s head on over to Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge, which has earned TWO spots on our list. The first restaurant, Sanaa, is located at the Kidani Village side of the resort. Here, you can dine with a view of the savanna, so make that midday reservation for a chance to see the animals! Sanaa Sanaa has a spectacular bread service, along with some classic African cuisine. It’s a meal that’s typically made for adventurous palettes, but it remains one of our favorite restaurants on Disney World property year after year. Definitely pay this underrated restaurant a visit! Click Here to See Our Sanaa Review! Boma The second Animal Kingdom Lodge restaurant is the #1 pick for many people on the DFB team — Boma at Jambo House! Boma is a buffet that serves a wide variety of African cuisine, as well as some Americanized options for pickier eaters. Boma We know what you’re thinking…a buffet? YEP! Typically buffets don’t have the best food, but this is the exception to the rule. Whether you’re stopping by for breakfast or dinner, there’s just something truly spectacular about the quality at Boma. And don’t forget to try the Zebra Domes for dessert! Read Our Review of Boma Here! ‘Ohana Now let’s talk about a fan favorite — ‘Ohana at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort! ‘Ohana has been a popular choice for YEARS thanks to its delicious all-you-care-to-eat Polynesian feast served family-style and chill island atmosphere. The noodles here are so famous that when the restaurant reopened without them on the menu, people RIOTED on the internet and get them brought back. Mickey at ‘Ohana — Best Friends Breakfast! But if you’re visiting for breakfast, you can enjoy a character experience with Mickey, Pluto, Lilo, and Stitch. Both meals are incredibly popular and hard to get reservations for, so you’ll want to plan in advance. Click Here to See Our Character Breakfast Review! Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto Downstairs from ‘Ohana is Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto, the Polynesian’s one-of-a-kind bar and lounge. Behind the unassuming door, you’ll find all kinds of fun antics, from zany bartenders to sinking stools and special effects when you order certain drinks from the menu. Trader Sam’s It’s truly a wild experience, one that we highly recommend checking out at least once! They’ve got a few small plates and appetizers for those hoping for some sustenance, but their over-the-top drink menu is where they really shine. Click Here to See Our Review of Trader Sam’s! Topolino’s Terrace We bet you were waiting for this one — Topolino’s Terrace at Disney’s Riviera Resort! This restaurant is two experiences in one, with VERY different vibes for breakfast and dinner. At breakfast, you’ll find the famous character meal with Mickey, Minnie, Donald, and Daisy dressed in their artist costumes. You’ll order off a menu, but it’s all you care to eat. Dining room at Topolino’s Terrace During dinner, you can return for a signature restaurant-level Italian feast. There are handmade pastas, steak, delicious sides, and more. For the full experience, make sure to walk out onto the terrace and check out the spectacular view! Check Out Our Topolino’s Terrace Review Here! Victoria & Albert’s And finally, we have to mention the king of all Disney World restaurants, Victoria & Albert’s. This AAA five-diamond restaurant is a culinary experience for those truly dedicated to finding the BEST food on property. During your meal you’ll be served by two dedicated servers and treated to personalized menus. Victoria & Albert’s The Chef’s Tasting Menu in the main dining room includes between eight and twelve courses and starts at $295 per person with wine pairings that start at $150 per person. It’s a multi-hour experience, and it’s certainly a meal you won’t soon forget! Click Here to See Our Review of Victoria & Albert’s! There you have it — our picks for the 17 BEST restaurants at Disney World in 2023. If you’re planning a trip at any point during the year, refer back to this list so you can have the most amazing dining experience possible. We’ve tried all these spots firsthand and we give them our stamp of approval! With DOZENS of places to eat at Disney World, we know it can be tough to plan your meals. That’s why we wrote the DFB Guide to Dining at Walt Disney World. Take the DFB Guide Wherever You Go We have reviews, pictures and details about every restaurant all in one digital download – along with ALL of our best tips and strategies from decades of Disney World trips. We’ve got a special discount code for DFB readers, too! Use WDW2022 at checkout for 25% off! Click Here to See the Best Disney World Restaurants for Dinner! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Which of these restaurants have you tried? 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Florida is still recovering from the recent Hurricane Ian, which shut down the Disney World and Universal Orlando theme parks and brought a lot of damage to parts of the state. Tropical Storm Ian The state is working to bring aid and relief to those areas that need it most, and as recovery continues, some things that changed during the storm are going back to normal. Now, one major change is returning to normal, and it will affect anyone who is driving in Central Florida. When it became clear that Hurricane Ian was going to be a major threat to Florida, road tolls were suspended so that people could evacuate more quickly and supplies could be transported more easily. Now, those tolls are returning to all Central Florida expressways. Driving to Disney World According to ClickOrlando, the tolls — which were suspended on September 27th — were reinstated starting at 6AM on Saturday, October 15th. Here are the roads that now have tolls reinstated: Apopka Expressway Beachline Expressway (State Road 528) Central Florida GreeneWay and Seminole Expressway (State Road 417) Goldenrod Extension I-4 Express Osceola Parkway Poinciana Parkway Southern Connector Extension State Road 453 Wekiva Parkway Western Beltway Florida’s Turnpike north of mile marker 249, south of State Road 417 Some of these roads — such as the I-4 Express and Osceola Parkway — are located near Disney World and may be part of your route to the theme parks. Be prepared to pay a toll if you’re traveling by car to the parks. Magic Kingdom Line Tolls are still suspended in some parts of Florida, such as on Alligator Alley, Sunshine Skyway, and Pinellas Bayway. On the road We’ll keep watching for more updates that could affect your trip to Disney World, so stay tuned to DFB for the latest news. Click here to learn about current gas prices in Florida. 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 prefer to drive or fly to Disney World? Let us know in the comments. The post Central Florida Expressway Tolls REINSTATED Post-Hurricane Ian first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. There’s no such thing as too many Minnie ears…right?! We love Minnie Ears! From the newest Mickey Mouse: The Main Attraction collection ears to the first sneak peek at this year’s Holiday ears, there are so many options for Minnie ear fans! Now, though, the latest price increases on everything from Minnie ears to food to lightsabers to photo sessions, may cause you to rethink certain purchases in the parks. But what if we told you there was a way to grab Minnie ears at their previous price RIGHT NOW? While Minnie Ears just got a $5 increase in the parks, you can still grab ears online for $29.99. Here are 10 popular ears that you can still get cheaper online! Is there anything more obvious than Minnie Ears? Black on Black Minnie Ears The first of these popular ears is the Black on Black Minnie Ears. These ears feature a solid black bow with black ears and black polka dots. We grabbed these ears in Disneyland! They are perfect for a chic, natural park look! We couldn’t be more obsessed and they’re currently $29.99 online. We found these ears in Disneyland and Walt Disney World but they are $5 cheaper online than in the parks after the price increase. Grab Your Own Black On Black Minnie Ears Here Minnie Mouse Halloween Ears Next on our list are ears fit for anyone in the Halloween spirit! These Minnie Mouse Halloween Ears are orange ears with a black bow with an acid wash. Halloween Tie Dye Ears You can grab these ears for $29.99 right now online. Get Your Own Halloween Ears Here Encanto Minnie Mouse Ears Another pair of popular Minnie Ears are the Encanto Minnie Mouse Ears! These ears are blue satin padded with colorful embordered flowers on both sides. Encanto Ears There is a striped fabric bow with a pompom center and embroidery on the headband that writes “Magic Awaits You.” You can grab these ears for $29.99. Grab Your Encanto Ears Here Almond Pearl Minnie Ears Next on our list is the Almond Pearl Minnie Ears! These soft padded Minnie ears feature an almond pearl coloring on the ears and headband. Almond Pearl Minnie Ears The bow is an oatmeal fabric bow. These are the perfect neutral headband in our opinion. They are currently available for $29.99 online. Grab The Almond Pearl Headband Here Disney Pride Collection Minnie Ears While Pride Month might be over, these ears are still here! The Disney Pride Collection Minnie Ears are covered in a denim material with a rainbow bow on the front. Pride Ears! The side of the headband has the word “pride” embroidered on the side. These ears are also available for $29.99. Grab The Pride Collection Ears Here 6. Lightyear Minnie Ears Next on our list is the Lightyear Ear Headband inspired by Pixar’s Lightyear. This soft padded headband features Sox from Lightyear on one ear and a cosmic pattern on the other. Lightyear ears! The bow is blue, pink, and orange with a Star Command badge in the center. These ears are currently on sale for $22.49. Grab Your Own Lightyear Ears Here Rose Gold and Pink Minnie Ears The next pair of Minnie Ears on our list is the Rose Gold and Pink Minnie Mouse Sequin Ears! These ears are covered in rose gold sequins with a pink satin bow. Rose Gold Minnie Ears These ears are sure to make anyone pretty in pink! You can get them for $29.99 online. Grab Your Own Rose Gold and Pink Ears Here Aqua Sequin Minnie Ears Another pair of ears that are cheaper online than they are in the parks are the Aqua Minnie Mouse Sequin Ears! These aqua-blue ears are covered in sequins and rhinestones. They’re VERY blue and sparkly The blue satin bow also has rhinestones on it and you can grab these ears online for $29.99. Get Your Own Aqua Blue Ears Here Cottage Minnie Ears This pair of Minnie ears will have you feeling all of the cottage-core vibes and they’re cheaper online! These Minnie Mouse Cottage Ears feature satin gingham ears with flowers all over. Cottage Ears These ears also have a white lace bow in the middle. You can get them online for $29.99. Grab Your Own Cottage Ears Here Minnie Mouse Button Bow Ears Finally to round off our list is the Minnie Mouse Button Bow Ears! These black ears have white stitching on the side with a red twill bow in the middle! Minnie ears galore! This bow also has white and black buttons to add a bit of pop! These ears are available for $29.99 online. Grab Your Button Bow Minnie Ears Here Even though these ears are still cheaper online, we aren’t sure they’ll stay cheaper for long so be sure to order the pair (or pairs, we don’t judge) before the price increases. While you’re in the shopping mood…have you checked our DFB exclusive graphic tees and merch? It’s super fun stuff to wear to the parks, or repping your happy place at the grocery store! Click here to visit the DFB Merch Store! Ready to Ride Sweatshirt Make sure you’re following DFB for all of the latest Disney merchandise updates and news! Learn more about the Minnie Ears price increase 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. Which pair are you going to grab online? Tell us in the comments! The post 10 POPULAR Pairs of Minnie Ears That Are CHEAPER Online Than at Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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Staying at one of the Disney World hotels provides a few valuable perks to a Disney vacation. You have access to free transportation to and from the parks, you can take advantage of Early Theme Park Entry, and there are often fun Disney-themed activities going on around the hotels. Disney’s Riviera Resort If you’re planning to stay at one of the themed resorts on Disney World property, you might want to know about some new things that have recently arrived or changed! Come along with us to check out lots of new eats, some Disney souvenirs, and a few construction updates. Let’s start out with the food updates — get ready, because there are a LOT of new snacks and drinks! Disney’s Riviera Resort Food Updates Bar Riva Bar Riva at Disney’s Riviera Resort has several new eats available. We tried the Burrata Salad which has heirloom tomatoes, fresh pesto, and focaccia bread for $15.99. Burrata Salad There was also a Salmon with Orzo dish, made with seared salmon with Pomodroccio tapenade and lemon orzo for $20.99. Salmon with Orzo The Mushroom Arancini is made with risotto, mushroom, cheese, and truffle, served with a house-made marinara. This one was $12.99. Mushroom Arancini And we also had Molten Chocolate Cake for $7.29. It’s a warm chocolate cake with a molten center, topped with raspberry sauce and fresh raspberries. Molten Chocolate Cake Finally, we’ve got the Riviera Signature Cookie! You’ll actually find this treat next door at Primo Piatto for $3.79, but we asked our server about it and they brought one to our table at Bar Riva, adding it to the tab for our meal. You’ll have to try it on your next visit! You can head in now and try out all of these eats! Want to learn more about these eats? See our full review HERE. Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter Food Updates Scat Cat’s Club – Lounge At Scat Cat’s Club Lounge, there were some new plant-based items on the menu! The Sassy Sassagoula Sliders for $12 feature three sliders with three distinct flavor profiles: spicy, sweet, and savory — the three “S’s,” if you will. Sassy Sassagoula Sliders Our favorite was the savory slider! It has a lot of garlicky salty flavor that nearly brought tears of joy to our eyes, and it almost reminded us of a McDonald’s Big Mac. Savory We also tried some Plant-Based Beignets, which we thought were pillowy, sweet, and delicious. Plant-based beignets It’s great to have some plant-based items available at this lounge! Check out our full review of the plant-based sliders and beignets here! Disney’s BoardWalk Inn Food Updates Belle Vue Lounge Looking for some new cocktails to try out? Head to Belle Vue Lounge at Disney’s BoardWalk Inn. This spot has 3 new drinks on the menu right now. The Orange Blossom Manhattan is made with Knob Creek Disney Single Barrel Bourbon, Cointreau Noir, orange blossom honey, and orange blossom bitters for $16.50. Orange Blossom Manhattan Next up is the non-alcoholic Agave Garden, made with Lyer’s Agave Reserva Spirit (non-alcoholic), cold-pressed lime juice, passionfruit papaya green tea, and cucumber for $11. Agave Garden And finally, there’s a cocktail more on the dessert side of things — the Cold Brew Martini. This is SelvaRey Chocolate Run, Tia Maria Liqueur, and Joffrey’s Cold Brew for $15.50. Cold Brew Martini Overall, we’d call these drinks a bit strange (for the Manhattan), very sour (for the Agave Garden), and luxuriously sweet (for the Martini!). Read our full review of the new cocktails here! Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Food Updates Roaring Fork Our last stop for new eats is Roaring Fork, a counter service restaurant at the Wilderness Lodge. For breakfast, you can find some sweet or savory options. The Meat and Potatoes Quiche is $8.99 and is made with broccoli, potatoes, bacon, ham, and gouda cheese. It comes with a side of potatoes, peppers, and onions. Meat and Potatoes Quiche Next, we got the Grizzly Bear Claw for $9.99. This is served warm and has mixed nuts and raisin filling. As you can see, this bear claw is HUGE! It’s literally about 9 inches across, which is very impressive. Bear Claw Finally, we tried the Blueberry Cinnamon Roll for $8.99. Blueberry Cinnamon Roll This has fresh blueberries and blueberry cream cheese frosting. Check out our full review of the new breakfast items here. We came back later for lunch to try out even more new items! We started things off with the Asian Style Noodle Salad. This is made with Tofu, Crispy Rice Noodles, and Fried Wonton Strips. It’s priced at $12.99. Asian-Style Noodle Salad Then it was time for some comfort food with the Country-Style Baked Meatloaf. This is served with Buttery Green Peas, Chunky Mashed Potatoes, and Gravy. It’s priced at $14.99. Meatloaf: Yay or Nay? We also decided to try the Barbecued Brisket and Burnt Ends, which is served with Potato Hash, and Fiery Coleslaw. It’s priced at $18.99. Brisket and Burnt Ends Then we moved on to dessert with the Humphery Bee Hive Cake. It’s made of a Chocolate Cake with Passion Fruit Mousse, Sugar Bees, and a White Chocolate Humphrey. You can pick it up for $7.99. Humphrey Bee Hive Another dessert we tried was the Almond-Walnut Bundt Cake. This is priced at $6.29 and features a Coffee Glaze and Cream Cheese Icing. Almond Walnut Bundt Cake Finally, we ended this dessert extravaganza with a snack that might just win in the style department — the Bear Mousse Cake! Bear Mousse Cake This is priced at $7.99 and features Raspberry Mousse, Almond Cake, and Dark Chocolate Ganache. See our full review of the new eats at Roaring Fork here. Disney’s BoardWalk Inn Construction Update Belle Vue Lounge The Belle Vue Lounge didn’t just get new drinks — it also got a decor makeover! There are new couches and chairs here, so you can check out the refresh when you visit. A new look! The style went from plaids and paisleys to a brighter blue theme with some light brown accent chairs. See more pictures of the new furniture here! Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort Construction Update If you visit the Grand Floridian Resort, you can check out a beautifully spooky Haunted Mansion display that has been set up in the lobby for the Halloween season! The last time we saw this display, it was finally completed. Haunted Mansion Display And the best part of this display? It’s made entirely of CHOCOLATE! Check out a new walkway between this hotel and Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. Disney’s Contemporary Resort Merchandise Updates Bayview Gifts We saw a few new items at this gift shop. There was a Disney Vacation Club Loungefly backpack for $80, which was only available to DVC members. DVC Loungefly You could also get a holiday Spirit Jersey sweater, but it’ll set you back a whopping $99.99! Holiday Spirit Jersey There was a fleece Walt Disney World tracksuit here as well. The top was $69.99… Fleece tracksuit …and the pants were $54.99. Cozy! Finally, there were some cozy Mickey and Minnie slippers available. Slippers These were $29.99. Contemporary Lobby Over in the lobby, you can buy a dog tag from the tag etching machine. New dog tag There were several new designs when we stopped by, all having a seventies-style contemporary theme. Shop for more Disney Loungefly backpacks here! Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort Merchandise Updates Basin White You can find all kinds of bath bombs here, but when we stopped by, this new Candy Corn Bath Shimmer caught our eye! Candy Corn Bath Shimmer It’s available now for $9.99, but it will likely only be around for the Halloween season. Looking for Halloween merch? Check out these costumes on Amazon! Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Merchandise Updates Wilderness Lodge Mercantile Rounding out our shopping spree, we found a Disney Vacation Club Corkcicle mug for $29.99… DVC Corkcicle …a DVC tumbler for $29.99… DVC Tumbler …and, finally, a red DVC Spirit Jersey! DVC Spirit Jersey You will need to show proof of your DVC membership to purchase these items. Click here to see more NEW Disney merchandise (that you can get online!). We saw a lot of new snacks today, but there are SO many great eats 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! You can become a Disney expert! Check out our DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining + Snacks Bundle for all the details you need to plan your snackin’ and spending. You can even download them to your smartphone – it’ll be like we’re right there with you in the parks! Use code WDW2022 to get 25% off! And keep following DFB for more updates on all the newest eats in Disney World. Click here to see the BEST Disney World hotels for 2023. Want More Details About Disney World’s Hotels? Ranking of ALL of Disney World’s Hotels 9 Ways Your Disney World Hotel Stay Will Be Different in 2023 Our Picks for the Best Disney World Hotels in 2022 These Are the WORST Disney World Hotels for 2022 13 Critical Things You’re FORGETTING About When Booking a Disney World Hotel You Couldn’t Get the Disney World Hotel Reservation You Wanted – Now What? The 6 Disney World Hotel Problems No One is Talking About See Why You Might BAIL on Your Disney World Hotel A Full List of Changes Announced for Disney World’s Hotels 8 Gadgets You Need for Your Disney World Hotel Room The Surprising Things You Won’t Find in Your Disney World Hotel Room The Secret Way to Stay in Disney World’s Hotels for LESS! What Items from Amazon Can You Have Delivered to Your Resort Hotel? We’ve Got the Details Are Disney World Hotel Perks Worth the Hefty Price Tag? Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest Disney World hotel news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! What’s your favorite Disney World hotel? Let us know in the comments. The post What’s New at the Disney World Hotels: 18 Eats and Drinks You’ve NEVER Tried Before first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. If you’re a huge Disney fan, chances are you collect some Disney merch. Halloween Ears! Lately, Disney has released some pretty cute merchandise and it has been flying off of the shelves! From the latest Mickey Mouse: The Main Attraction ears in Magic Kingdom to the new Disney x Vans collection, there has been no shortage of new merchandise. Now we found a surprise sale online that might help save you a little cash on your own merchandise! Available now, shopDisney is having a mystery sale! Online shoppers can get either 20%, 30%, or 40% off select Halloween merchandise just in time for the holiday! ©shopDisney This sale goes until Thursday, October 20th. Items that are eligible for the sale have a line above the description that says “Add to bag to reveal the deal.” ©shopDisney Items like the Halloween Mini Loungefly Backpack qualify for the sale! The Halloween Loungefly! This backpack, which is usually $80, went down to $56 when we added it to our cart! Grab Your Own Halloween Loungefly Here! Other items like the Mickey Mouse Halloween Tie-Dye Spirit Jersey are also eligible for the mystery sale. This item is currently available in the parks for $74.99. Mickey Mouse Halloween Tie-Dye Spirit Jersey When we added it to our cart, it cost $52.49. This is the perfect way to show your Halloween spirit! Grab Your Own Halloween Spirit Jersey Here Another piece of merchandise we would love to grab is the Minnie Mouse Halloween Ears! These Minnie Ears are apart of the sale too and before we added them to our cart, they cost $29.99. Halloween Tie Dye Ears After we added them to our bag, they rang up as $20.99. That’s a pretty good deal considering Minnie ears just saw a $5 price increase in the parks. Grab Your Own Halloween Minnie Ears Here While we got the 30% discount on our carts, your transaction might look a little different depending on what you add to cart! Remember this mystery sale runs until October 20th so you can grab your Halloween merchandise just in time for the holiday! Don’t forget to keep following DFB for all of the latest merchandise news and updates. Check Out All Of The Latest Disney Price Increases Here 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 Will you be shopping this week? Tell us in the comments! The post There's a NEW Mystery Sale for Disney Merchandise Online! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If you want to visit Disney World in October, there’s one thing you need to prepare for — CROWDS. Magic Kingdom From visitors coming to Disney World for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party or EPCOT’s Food & Wine Festival, there’s a lot to do in October — and the wait times don’t lie. Last week wait times were holding steady as the holiday approached, but what about this week? If you take a look at the wait times below and start panicking about how you’re going to be able to enjoy all your favorite rides, don’t worry! We’ve got you covered. You can purchase Genie+ for $15 to $22 per person, per day to bypass standby lines and use the faster Lightning Lanes, you can buy Lightning Lane access a la carte for select rides, and if you’re attending Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party it can be a great time to take advantage of lower wait times. Expedition Everest Lightning Lane We’ve broken down all the average wait times for Disney World rides this week so you can get a good idea about what you might experience during your trip in October! Just be warned — wait times have increased quite a bit from last week. Magic Kingdom We’re starting out at Magic Kingdom, where Seven Dwarfs Mine Train had the longest average wait time of 59 minutes! Seven Dwarfs Mine Train Peter Pan’s Flight averaged 52 minutes, while Jungle Cruise and Haunted Mansion averaged 42 minutes. When it comes to the other ride averages, we’ve got Splash Mountain at 38 minutes, Space Mountain at 36 minutes, Pirates of the Caribbean at 30 minutes, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at 29 minutes, Astro Orbiter at 27 minutes, Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin at 27 minutes, and the Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh at 24 minutes. Peter Pan’s Flight Next up “it’s a small world” averaged a wait time of 18 minutes, followed by Under the Sea – Journey of the Little Mermaid and Magic Carpets of Aladdin at 16 minutes, Mickey’s PhilharMagic and Dumbo the Flying Elephant at 15 minutes, Tomorrowland Speedway at 14 minutes, and Barnstormer featuring the Great Goofini at 14 minutes. “it’s a small world” Mad Tea Party averaged a 12-minute wait, followed by Prince Charming Regal Carrousel at 11 minutes and Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover at 10 minutes. Prince Charming Regal Carrousel Attractions with low wait times included Liberty Square Riverboat at 4 minutes and Carousel of Progress at 4 minutes. Country Bear Jamboree, Tom Sawyer Island, Hall of Presidents, Enchanted Tiki Room, and Swiss Family Robinson Treehouse had no wait time this week. Ranking Every Single Ride in Magic Kingdom! EPCOT If we make our way over to EPCOT, the ride with the longest average wait was Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure at 94 minutes. Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure Next up was Frozen Ever After at 83 minutes, Test Track at 74 minutes, Soarin’ at 52 minutes, Mission: SPACE at 30 minutes, Spaceship Earth at 25 minutes, Journey into Imagination at 22 minutes, Living with the Land and The Seas with Nemo and Friends at 20 minutes, Turtle Talk with Crush at 18 minutes, and Gran Fiesta Tour at 16 minutes. EPCOT If you’re interested in a theater show in EPCOT, you will most like find no wait time. These shows include Awesome Planet, Beauty and the Beast Sing-Along, Disney and Pixar Short Film Festival, Impressions de France, and Reflections of China. Your Ultimate 1-Day Plan For EPCOT! Hollywood Studios Moving on to Hollywood Studios, Rise of the Resistance had the highest average wait time this week at 100 minutes. Rise of the Resistance After that, Slinky Dog Dash averaged 99 minutes, Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster featuring Aerosmith at 66 minutes, Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway at 65 minutes, Toy Story Mania at 63 minutes, Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run at 60 minutes, and Tower of Terror averaged 56 minutes. Tower of Terror And finally, we had Alien Swirling Saucers at 40 minutes, Star Tours – The Adventures Continue at 18 minutes, Walt Disney Presents at 17 minutes, Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy at 14 minutes, and Muppet*Vision 3D at 10 minutes. Ranking Every Single Ride in Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Animal Kingdom And finally, let’s take a look at Animal Kingdom, where the ride with the longest average wait time this week was Avatar Flight of Passage at 120 minutes. Flight of Passage Next up was Na’vi River Journey at 76 minutes, Kilimanjaro Safaris at 68 minutes, Kali River Rapids at 50 minutes, Expedition Everest at 39 minutes, and DINOSAUR at 35 minutes. Expedition Everest Following behind was Triceratop Spin at 18 minutes, It’s Tough to Be a Bug at 15 minutes, The Boneyard at 0 minutes, and Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail at 0 minutes. Ranking Every Single Ride in Disney’s Animal Kingdom! As you can see, wait times are pretty high right now. With that in mind, if you are looking to skip those long lines to ride more while you are in the parks, you may want to consider Genie+. Usually we say to hold off in slower seasons, especially now that there has been a price increase. But after looking at these numbers you may want to consider if it’s right for your family! That’s your look at the average wait times around Walt Disney World this week! Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney news and updates. You Can Win a FREE Trip to Disney World! Here’s How. 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! 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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. She-Hulk is a new Disney+ show featuring Jennifer Walters, an attorney who is trying to navigate her life while also dealing with her superpowered alter ego! ©Disney | She-Hulk on Disney+ This show, which premiered this past August, just released the final episode of its first season on October 13th, and we’ve seen plenty of merch debut! The most recent item we have discovered is a brand new Funko Pop! figurine. She-Hulk is looking strong as she poses in her sporty outfit. We’ve seen a few other Funko Pop! figures based on her, and this newest one really captures her spirit! She-Hulk Pop! Vinyl Figure Right now the figurine is available for pre-order and is priced at $11.99. They’re estimated to ship in November 2022, when it should also have a full-blown release. If you’re a Funko Pop! collector, collect Marvel merch, or just love She-Hulk, order now to avoid missing out! She-Hulk Pop! Vinyl Figure Click here to pre-order the She-Hulk Pop! Vinyl Figure! Entertainment Earth is also offering free shipping to all orders over $39. To take advantage of this special, add the code FALLFREE22 at checkout. Fill up your cart with items, like other Marvel Funko Pop! at Entertainment Earth’s site! We always keep our readers up to date on the newest merchandise releases, so keep following DFB! While you’re in the shopping mood…have you checked our DFB exclusive graphic tees and merch? It’s super fun stuff to wear to the parks, or repping your happy place at the grocery store! Click here to visit the DFB Merch Store! Get all kinds of park-inspired designs! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! What Marvel movie are you most looking forward to? Let us know in the comments! The post This She-Hulk Funko Pop! Will Sell FAST first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. How do you like to do your holiday shopping? Ready to do some shopping? Do you spend hours on shopDisney looking for the perfect pair of ears, cute plushes, or other gifts for your loved ones? Do you prefer to go into stores and shop in person? Do you spend a lot of time on Amazon finding that perfect gift? If Amazon is your go-to holiday shopping destination, we’ve got some deals to share with you! If A Goofy Movie is one of your favorite Disney movies, just whip out that credit card right now. That’s because you can get the A Goofy Movie Game on sale right now! ©Amazon Grab the game now for $18 (regularly $23.99). Get this game by clicking here! You can never have too many mugs, but more importantly, you can never have too many with the main cheese himself on it. So grab this Mickey Mouse Ceramic Mug asap! ©Amazon The mug is regularly $19.86, but you can get it right now for $13.49. Buy the mug here! If your family loves puzzles, don’t miss out on this Thomas Kinkade Disney Dreams Tangled Puzzle with 750 pieces! ©Amazon The puzzle is normally $12.99, but you can get it for $8.14 right now! Get the puzzle by clicking here! Lilo and Stitch fans are going to love these Stitch and Angel Shoes! Don’t they look super comfy? ©Amazon Get the shoes now for $29.99 (regularly $36). Buy these shoes here! The holidays are almost here and you need the appropriate apparel. So here’s a fun Santa Mickey Tee! ©Amazon The t-shirt is regularly $15, but you can get it now for $12. Get the tee here! Okay, we know y’all love Advent Calendars, and this might be one of our faves we’ve seen so far! It’s the Funko Pop Disney Advent Calendar! ©Amazon This fun calendar is on sale for $49.99 (regularly $59.99). Click here to buy the advent calendar! Take your LEGO building skills to infinity and beyond with the LEGO Lightyear Spaceship Building Toy Set! It even has a Buzz Lightyear Minifigure. ©Amazon The set is regularly $49.99, but you can get it now for $39.99. Get the LEGO set here! There’s SO much shopping and so little time, but if you’re looking for even more fun Disney gifts, be sure to check out all the Disney World 50th anniversary souvenirs you can still get online — these won’t be around forever! While you’re in the shopping mood…have you checked our DFB exclusive graphic tees and merch? So many shirts! It’s super fun stuff to wear to the parks, or repping your happy place at the grocery store! Click here to visit the DFB Merch Store! Here Are The 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. Have you started your holiday shopping yet? Let us know in the comments! The post Start Your Holiday Shopping Now With These Disney Deals on Amazon first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. When it comes to ears, there are PLENTY to choose from! Magic Kingdom If you’re a big fan of Disney merchandise, you probably know that Disney is constantly releasing new collections. From the latest Mickey Mouse: The Main Attraction collections to the newest Disney x Vans collaboration, there is a lot to buy! Now, we found some new Mickey ears in Magic Kingdom that are fit for royalty. Over in Magic Kingdom today we found the latest addition to the Mickey Mouse: The Main Attraction Prince Charming Royal Carrousel collection! While we’ve seen these ears online this is the first time we’ve seen them in the parks! We are in love! These pink, blue, and golden ears are every royal’s dream! The ears feature a golden crown in place of the traditional bow. There are also white tassels hanging from both ears. These might be our new favorites One ear features a royal emblem and a horse reminiscent of the ones on the carrousel in Magic Kingdom. The back of the ears features a golden pattern of carrousel horses and the Walt Disney World 50th anniversary logo. So cute! One side of the ears has the words “Prince Charming.” We love the colors While the other side says “Regal Carrousel.” These are a need! These ears are just the last part of this collection that we found in the parks. The backpack, Mickey plush, pin, and collectible key have all been found in different areas throughout the four parks. We found these ears at Sir Mickey’s in Magic Kingdom. These ears are $34.99. So obsessed For now, you can still grab parts of this collection online but we would bet they won’t be there for long! Click below to grab the Carrousel ears online. Check out the Carrousel ears online here! Remember to keep following DFB for all of the latest Disney merchandise news and updates! Check Out How To Get Minnie Ears Online for Cheaper 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 like these new ears? Tell us in the comments! The post The NEW Carrousel-Themed Ears Have FINALLY Arrived in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Are you bummed out about all the Disney World price increases we saw this week? Ears Are More Expensive Now Everything from water to food to Genie+ just got more expensive. Not only that, even Minnie Ears now cost $5 more. BUT did you know you can still get Minnie Ears at the previous price of $29.99 online? So now’s a good time to grab those ears BEFORE your next Disney World trip! So grab that pair of Walt Disney World Minnie Ears that just released because they look SHARP. They’ve even got Mickey on them — what’s not to love? Disney World Ears These ears are still $29.99 online! Buy these ears now! The gorgeous Encanto Minnie Ears are also still available online — look at how vibrant and colorful they are. ‘Encanto’ Minnie Ears Get them now for $29.99. Buy the Encanto ears here! If Coco is your favorite movie, the Coco Minnie Ears are also still online — they have a sugar skull in the middle of the bow. Coco Ears These are online for $29.99. Grab the Coco ears EPCOT’s big 40th anniversary party might be over, but you can still celebrate with the EPCOT 40th Anniversary Ears. We love the rainbow EPCOT-inspired bow! ©Disney Get these for $29.99. Click here to check out these ears! These Minnie Button Bow Ears look like one of Minnie’s craft projects — and we are here for it. They’re so cute, right? Button Bow Ears Grab them now for $29.99. Buy the button bow ears here. You can check out all of the ears here (note we didn’t see a price increase for the Loungefly or other designer ears yet). While you’re looking, be sure to check out all the 50th anniversary souvenirs you can still get online, too! While you’re in the shopping mood…have you checked our DFB exclusive graphic tees and merch? It’s super fun stuff to wear to the parks, or repping your happy place at the grocery store! Click here to visit the DFB Merch Store! So cozy! Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney merchandise updates. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you stocking up on ears while they’re still available online for the old price? Let us know in the comments! The post How to Get Disney Minnie Ears CHEAPER...for Now first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’ve said it before, but Disney World is constantly changing — and in more ways than one. EPCOT Hundreds of price increases just hit the parks, and even Genie+ has gone through yet another update. But today, we’re talking about some positive changes because it’s time to take another look at the biggest construction updates from around Disney World this week! Magic Kingdom Tomorrowland Light & Power Co. If you’re looking for some futuristic space-themed merchandise, you’ll have to look elsewhere for now (try Star Traders!). Tomorrowland Light & Power is closed, and it looks like some pretty extensive work is being done to the outside of the building. Tomorrowland Light & Power construction We’re not sure what the store looks like on the inside, but if it’s receiving the same updates as the outside — we can’t wait to check it out! Walt Disney World Railroad We got to see some major progress at the Walt Disney World Railroad recently — the tracks are being laid over at the TRON coaster! Progress! Here you can get a better look at the tracks and the tunnel the train will eventually pass through! Train tracks! Disney still hasn’t announced any opening timelines for the railroad, but TRON is slated to open in spring 2023 — so hopefully we won’t have to wait too much longer! TRON: Lightcycle Run More areas are starting to take shape over at TRON. We saw them working on the ground covering over on the right side of this construction area, but now it looks like work has started over to the left as well! Latest construction Here’s a better look at the ground covering over in front of the TRON canopy — we can’t wait to see what this looks like when it finally all comes together. Close-up And luckily, we won’t have to wait too much longer because Disney announced that TRON is opening in spring 2023. See the Latest TRON Update Here EPCOT Journey of Water – Inspired by Moana The tarp has been removed (or maybe fell down?) from out in front of the main rock featuring Moana’s symbol over at Journey of Water. Tarp is gone We’ll keep you updated on the latest construction news at this attraction! Check Out the Latest Journey of Water Update Here CommuniCore Hall & Plaza And on the other side of the major construction zone at the center of EPCOT, we’ve got some new structures up at the CommuniCore Hall and Plaza areas! EPCOT construction This area will be home to a new festival center, demo kitchen, concert space, and more. We’ll keep an eye out for more updates at this spot! Learn More About CommuniCore Hall & Plaza Here Disney’s Hollywood Studios Woody’s Roundup Rodeo BBQ We’re seeing green over in Hollywood Studios! More specifically, we’re starting to see some sort of green wall covering — maybe drywall or a vapor barrier — installed at Woody’s Roundup Rodeo BBQ. Although we can’t see much behind the fence, we’re hopeful that construction is progressing and we’ll actually be able to eat here later this year! We’re seeing green Read About the Latest Rodeo Roundup Updates Here Like we said — Disney World is constantly changing! If you’re heading to the parks soon, check out our latest Halloween treat review here. Plus, a new Passholder-exclusive popcorn bucket is coming to the parks — read more here! You can become a Disney expert! We’ve got a great resource for you when you plan your NEXT Disney World trip – our DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining. We wrote our ebook after decades of visiting Disney World, so that we could help you have a stress-free vacation! Click here and use code WDW2022 to get 25% off! Be sure to stay tuned to DFB for the latest Disney construction news and more. The Planning Tips You NEED to Know About Before Your Next Disney World Trip 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’s your favorite recent Disney World addition? Let us know in the comments! The post Check Out the 6 Biggest Construction UPDATES at Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article