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Greetings from the Most Magical Place on Earth! 50th Anniversary Cinderella Castle We’re taking in all that the fall season around Disney World has to offer, from treats to merch to Not-So-Scary parties! But, just because Halloween is here doesn’t mean that construction has stopped, so let’s take a look at the biggest Disney World construction updates from this week! Magic Kingdom Center Street Over in Magic Kingdom just off of Main Street, U.S.A., you’ll find Center Street. But right now, you’ll find it in a state of refurbishment. The road is being resurfaced, so for now you won’t be able to walk all the way down that street. Center Street construction continues Fortunately, the sidewalks on either side of Center Street are still open and we’ll let you know if anything changes with this progress. TRON: Lightcycle Run Progress is zooming by over at TRON: Lightcycle Run, where this week we caught ride vehicle testing multiple times! Hopefully, this means that Cast Members are moving into the final stages of building this attraction and we’ll be able to ride it soon. Vehicle testing! You can potentially catch a glimpse of TRON vehicle testing when you pass by on the PeopleMover — but it happens at random times on random days, so you’ll just have to get lucky! Another view We’re keeping an eye out for more updates with TRON, so be sure to stay tuned for the latest. Check Out the Latest TRON Update Here EPCOT Cool Wash This seasonal spot over near Test Track has recently been used as a rest area with tables for EPCOT festivals, but on our most recent park visit, we saw that it was covered by the infamous Disney construction shrubs. Cool Wash We’re not quite sure what Disney has planned for this area or how long it will be blocked off, but we’ll keep you posted! Journey of Water – Inspired by Moana Things are rockin’ over at Journey of Water — Inspired by Moana. It looks like crews are working on adding more details and shaping to each of the large rock structures that will eventually house all sorts of water features. Journey of Water construction — late August 2022 Much more scaffolding has been moved in so that Cast Members can work their magic, and some of the rocks have even been painted other colors from the grey that we’ve been seeing. Journey of Water construction — late August 2022 We’ll be keeping an eye out for the latest updates about a potential opening timeline for this attraction — in typical Disney fashion, they’re keeping things under wraps! Check Out the Latest Journey of Water Update Here Disney’s Animal Kingdom Dinosaur The construction shrubs have popped up in front of Dinosaur in Animal Kingdom! They’re currently surrounding the fountain, which was recently worked on and painted. What’s going on here? We’re checking up on this area every time we’re in the park, so stay tuned for updates. Oasis Exhibits Over at the Oasis Exhibits in Animal Kingdom, you’ll find a green construction wall blocking off part of the area. A wall is up but it doesn’t affect your views Luckily, this doesn’t affect any exhibit views! Disney Resorts Polynesian Village Resort The Polynesian Village Resort is undergoing an expansion, and up until recently, we’ve only seen dirt, dirt, and uh, more dirt in the construction zone. But on our last monorail pass-by, we spotted some scaffolding that moved in. It also looks like a few more machines have joined the party, so maybe we’ll get to see some real progress soon! The latest Now is a GREAT time to head to Disney World! Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party has kicked off, and we’re still eating and drinking around the world at the EPCOT Food & Wine Festival, too! Later this year we’re expecting all sorts of holiday cheer at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party and the EPCOT Festival of the Holidays — you can read more here. Read THIS Before You Book Your 2023 Disney World Trip Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! 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It’s spooky season in Disney World and you know what that means — LOTS of Hocus Pocus fun! The Binx paw… We’ve already had a chance to see the Sanderson Sisters at Mickey’s Not-So-Very Scary Halloween Party. We even found a fun photo op celebrating the upcoming premiere of Hocus Pocus 2 on Disney+! PLUS we tried a Binx-themed snack that was SUPPOSED to be a Binx Pastry Tail but was actually a Binx Pastry PAW at the beginning of August. NOW, though, we have the Binx Pastry Tail snack! Yes, the Binx Pastry Tail has finally arrived at Cheshire Cafe, and we made sure to grab it. It looks a lot like the Cheshire Cat Tail, but it’s drizzled with Dark Chocolate and topped with a Binx Chocolate Piece. So how does it compare to the Cheshire Cat Tail, which, by the way, is one of our favorite snacks in Magic Kingdom? It’s Binx! Well, it’s delicious and it’s quite comparable to the Cheshire Cat Tail, but with a bit more chocolate than we remember (and that’s a good thing, right?). More chocolatey The pastry itself is light and flaky, too, so you’ve got a great texture when you bite into it. This is a shareable snack, and although it’s not the most unique snack ever, it’s delicious and fun. DELICIOUS Looking for more delicious Halloween treats in Magic Kingdom? Be sure to try out the Sweet Candy Corn Soft-serve Swirl Cone at Auntie Gravity’s Galactic Goodies, the Elixir of Youth at Casey’s Corner, and M&M’s Peanut Butter Churro at the snack cart near Cinderella Castle! But that’s not all — we’re reviewing ALL the Halloween snacks in Disney World, and you can read our reviews right 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 headed to Disney World for Halloween? What snacks are you excited about trying? Let us know in the comments! The post FINALLY! We Have Been WAITING For This Treat to Come to Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

A lot of new restaurants have opened at Disney World recently! Connections Eatery Here at DFB, we really like food (it IS in our name, after all), so we’ve eaten at all of the Disney World restaurants and tried almost all of the food Disney has to offer (you know, for science). With the opening of several new restaurants, we’re rounding up some of the most popular items at Disney World’s newest restaurants — take a look at what made the list! Steakhouse 71 Steakhouse 71 is a relatively new restaurant found at Disney’s Contemporary Resort. As is made obvious by its name, this spot’s main fare is steak, but it has some great non-steak options, as well! In fact, we think the non-steak items are so good, we didn’t even include any steaks from Steakhouse 71 on this list. Steakhouse 71 For starters (both literally and figuratively), we’ve gotta talk about the French Onion Soup. This soup was one of our favorite things we got at this restaurant and it was so delicious, thick, cheesy, and flavorful. The French Onion Soup is available for $10. Look at that cheesy goodness! The Steakhouse 71 Stack Burger is also a great option. It is made with a signature blend of beef, American cheese, lemon aïoli, red onion, and house-made pickles topped with a brioche bun. It’s also served with pork belly on top for some more added flavor. We really enjoyed this burger; the sauce was flavorful, it was loaded up with cheese, and it was cooked perfectly. Be warned: this menu item is only available at lunchtime. You can grab this burger for $20. Steakhouse 71 Stack Burger Another delicious item that’s only available during lunch is the Gourmet Grilled Cheese. It’s made with toasted brioche, gruyère, smoked gouda, shredded pork belly, caramelized onion jam, and arugula. This grilled cheese is the PERFECT mix of sweet and salty thanks to the onion jam, and we really enjoyed it! You can try this grilled cheese for $16. Gourmet Grilled Cheese And, of course, we have to talk about some dessert! The real star of the dessert show at Steakhouse 71 is the Chocolate Cake. Just LOOK at this cake from Steakhouse 71! To start off, just look at those layers! This cake is layers of whiskey-infused chocolate cake, chocolate mousse, and raspberries. This cake looks huge and daunting, but it’s not as rich as it appears and isn’t overly sweet either. You can order the Chocolate Cake from Steakhouse 71 for $11. Click here to read our FULL review of lunch at Steakhouse 71! Connections Eatery Now, we’re heading on over to EPCOT to see what’s the most popular at Connections Eatery. Connections Eatery is the newest quick-service restaurant to hit the park, along with the Connections Cafe, the park’s new Starbucks. This restaurant specializes in unique takes on classic food. For entrees, one of the most popular choices is the French Bistro Burger. This burger is a gourmet beef blend with caramelized onions, bacon, brie, mushrooms, and dijon mayonnaise, on a toasted brioche bun. The toppings really make the whole thing with all the ooey gooey cheese, plenty of sauce, and bacon. This is one of the best burgers that we’ve had in a Disney World park! You can grab the French Bistro Burger for $12.99. French Bistro Burger Another good option at Connections is the Hand-Breaded Chicken Sandwich. This sandwich has house-made pickles, signature sauce, and a toasted brioche bun. We really, really enjoyed this sandwich. The chicken was nice and juicy and wasn’t overly fried. The sauce and pickles also made for a great flavor on this one, as well. The Chicken Sandwich is $11.99. Hand-breaded Chicken Sandwich! Our final entree item at Connections that we think is popular is the Curry Spice Pizza. The pizza comes topped with tikka masala, carrots, potatoes, peas, tomato, plant-based mozzarella cheese, and lime “yogurt.” If you’re worried about the spice with this one, don’t be. The curry adds great flavor without being overly spicy and the plant-based “yogurt” also helped to mellow out the spice. The Curry Spice Pizza is a really great choice for plant-based eaters and meat eaters alike because it is filling and very unique tasting. You can grab this pizza for $10.99. Curry Spice Pizza Alright, now that we’ve gone through some popular entrees, let’s talk desserts! Connections has a few different options, but there are two that really stand out. The first is the Liege Waffle. This waffle is made from brioche dough with pearl sugar, strawberries, whipped cream, and chocolate sauce. This waffle really has it all, it’s got a great crunch, fresh strawberries, and of course that amazing whipped cream on top. This waffle is also pretty decently priced as it’s $5.29 and big enough to share. Liege Waffle And finally, we have the Apple Pie Gelato Shake. This is a really great option if you’re looking for something cold and sweet. It has a great texture and is very apple-cinnamon-tasting if you’re into those kinds of flavors. Apple Pie Gelato Shake You can grab the Apple Pie Gelato Shake for $7.29. Click here to read our full review of Connections Eatery! Space 220 Also located at EPCOT, Space 220 is a full-service restaurant that is meant to simulate the feeling of dining in space. Space 220 is a prix fixe dining experience, so you’ll be paying $55 at lunch and $79 at dinner. The prix fixe dinner price includes a dessert. Space 220 There are a couple of things here that are pretty popular. The first is an appetizer: the Blue Moon Cauliflower. It’s tempura fried cauliflower, housemade hot sauce, and blue cheese dust and it is SO good. This is one of our favorite appetizers here; it’s deliciously crunchy and the hot sauce adds just the right amount of kick to it, as well. Blue Moon Cauliflower And for an entree, you should try the 8oz Filet Mignon. It comes with cabernet butter, a potato leek croquette, and haricot vert. The filet was cooked perfectly and practically melted in our mouths and the cabernet butter was delicious. Even the potato-leek croquette was a winner! 8oz Filet Mignon from Space 220 Both the Blue Moon Cauliflower and the 8oz Filet Mignon are available during lunch and dinner. Click here for a full review of dinner at Space 220! BoardWalk Deli And finally, we have BoardWalk Deli. BoardWalk Deli is the newest addition to the BoardWalk Inn and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Let’s get into a few of this quick spot’s most popular items! At breakfast, the Everything Bagel Sandwich is a real winner. This bagel sandwich is made with cage-free egg, a sausage patty, and cheddar on an everything bagel with your choice of side. This sandwich is a really good option! The egg was runny, and they were not shy with the cheese. If you want to get the Everything Bagel Sandwich, it’s $8.99. Everything Bagel Sandwich at BoardWalk Deli You can also get the Bagel Breakfast Sandwich which is bacon, cage-free egg, caramelized onion, and cheddar on a regular bagel. We liked this one just as much as the Everything Bagel Sandwich solely for the caramelized onion. The bacon and egg were fine, but the onion really stole the show. This bagel sandwich is also $8.99. Bagel Breakfast Sandwich Another great option that’s available all day is the Cinnamon Yummy. This thing is seriously good, it’s sticky, it’s sweet, and it has the perfect cinnamon flavor — plus, it’s not covered in icing, so if you’re not an icing fan, you might like this one! You can grab the Cinnamon Yummy for $4.49. Cinnamon Yummy And finally, at lunchtime, the Grilled Cheese and Tomato-Basil Soup is a popular offering. This is a really great grilled cheese sandwich with two different types of cheeses (cheddar and provolone) on multigrain bread. The Tomato-Basil Soup is also delicious. Grilled Cheese at BoardWalk You can get the Grilled Cheese and Tomato-Basil Soup for both lunch and dinner at the BoardWalk Deli for $9.99. Click here to read our full review of lunch at the BoardWalk Deli! Interested in reading more about Disney World food? We’ve got you covered! You can check out the best Disney World snacks for when you’re ballin’ on a budget here, or you can take a look at the best fast food values in Disney World here. We’re always looking for new food at Disney World and Disneyland, so make sure to stay tuned to DFB for all the latest. Click here to see 10 Disney World restaurants every first time should have on their list! 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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Halloween has FINALLY arrived in Disneyland and we couldn’t be more excited! It’s Halloween Time! Main Street, U.S.A. is adorned with pumpkins and fall leaves and the iconic Mickey pumpkin has arrived, too. We’re taking in all the sights and sounds — but most importantly, we’re trying all the NEW Halloween snacks coming to Disneyland. Speaking of which, it’s time to take you with us because we’re reviewing a treat that sounds sweet as pie! Frights, fun, and FOOD abound in Disneyland during the Halloween season, and we’re certainly not complaining. Over at the Fantasyland Churro Cart, we’re trying the Pumpkin Pie Dip! You can get it as a dipping sauce for your churros for $1.50. This dip sounds like it would involve all the best parts of pumpkin pie, but how does it taste?! Churro with Pumpkin Pie Dip Well, this is one only pumpkin lovers might appreciate. Our reporter isn’t a big fan of pumpkin but did like that the dip tasted fresh with a slightly sweet pumpkin flavor. Dipping We also thought the consistency of the dip was a little runnier than other churro dipping sauces we’ve had. Only for pumpkin lovers Overall, the Pumpkin Pie Dip is probably a MUST for pumpkin lovers, but if you’re not a big fan of pumpkin, you might want to skip. We’ve got plenty of other snacks to review throughout the Halloween season in Disneyland, so be sure to stay tuned to DFB for more! Halloween in Disneyland If you’re looking for more Disneyland Resort Halloween news, check out everything you need to know about Oogie Boogie Bash here. You can also see all the new snacks coming to the parks here, and click here to see what’s new in Disneyland. ALL of the Disney Halloween Merchandise You Can Get Online 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 What are you looking forward to trying at Disneyland this year? Let us know in the comments! The post Only Pumpkin Lovers Need Apply For A New Disney Snack first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Sometimes things don’t go as planned in Disney World. Cinderella Castle You spend months planning your trip, making dining reservations and park pass reservations, but your trip will probably not go 100% as planned. Fan-favorite rides close all of the time (we’re looking at you Rise of the Resistance), transportation can cause issues trying to get to the parks, and weather can put a damper on your plans. We recently experienced a problem that affected rope drop in Disney World and we’re here to share it with you! Rope drop in Disney World is when you line up before or at the park’s opening time. We highly recommend rope dropping for anyone who wants to knock out a few rides without long lines or the need for Genie+ (Disney World’s skip-the-line system). But if you’re using the Monorail to get to rope drop EPCOT or Magic Kingdom, you may want to have a backup plan. Magic Kingdom Entrance We were on our way to Magic Kingdom one morning from Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort when we saw the dreaded sign: “Monorail temporarily out of service”. Monorail closed We were directed to take a bus to Magic Kingdom instead. When we got to the buses, we had to wait a few minutes for it to show up, but eventually a “Resort Monorail” bus came along. The trip from Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort to Magic Kingdom typically takes us 10-15 minutes depending on how long we have to wait for the Monorail. However, with the walk to the bus stop, the wait for the bus, and the bus ride, it ended up taking about 40 minutes for us to get to Magic Kingdom. We did notice that the express Monorail that runs from the Transportation and Ticket Center directly to Magic Kingdom was running. Bus On top of that, the EPCOT Monorail was closed at the same time that morning. Any guests who chose to park at Magic Kingdom or who were staying at a Monorail hotel had to find a different way to get to EPCOT. Luckily, the EPCOT Monorail reopened by about 10:30AM. EPCOT Monorail was also closed When the Monorail was closed, the sign inside the park directed guests to the bus station. So what can you do if this happens to you? Directs you to the bus stop Well, you can follow the signs and head towards a bus station. When other forms of transportation like the Monorail or the Skyliner temporarily close, Disney does their best to provide more buses to get people where they need to go. The buses can be more time consuming, but you can count on them most of the time. Bus Station Another option is to take an Uber or Lyft to the park. If you’re staying at a Monorail hotel and wanted to rope drop EPCOT, this may be one of the fastest ways to get there when the Monorail is down. It does cost extra, but can save you from missing rope drop. Lyft Pickup Zone Even if the Monorail runs smoothly during your trip to Disney World, it’s best to have a backup plan in place just in case. Talk about the best options with your family before your morning rope drop! This happens to people using the Disney Skyliner, too. The Skyliner closes for technical difficulties, refurbishments, and weather, so it’s best for anyone staying at the Skyliner hotels to also have a backup plan. The same rules apply — grab a Disney bus or a Lyft to get to your destination. We’ll continue to help you solve any issues that may come up during your Disney World trip, so stay tuned to DFB for more! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What is the biggest problem you’ve run into in Disney World? Let us know in the comments! The post The Monorail Isn't Running On Your Rope Drop Morning in Disney World -- Here's What You Can Do first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The airline industry continues to struggle with the increase in flight demand. Do you fly to Disney World? There have been a record number of flight delays and cancellations this year, as well as issues with mishandled luggage and tons of complaints from flyers. Airlines are also dealing with a pilot shortage, and all these things combined have caused airlines to cut back on their number of flights. Now, flights are already getting cut for the busy holiday travel season. American Airlines, which has already cut flights for the month of September and the fall, has now cut flights for later in the year. According to The Orlando Business Journal, the airline has removed more than 14,000 flights from its schedule for December. That includes dozens of flights into and out of Orlando. ©American Airlines Here’s the thing, though — these cuts are only for the first two weeks of the month of December. However, the airline is expected to make a similar announcement about cuts for the final two weeks of the year. As it stands, the airline plans to have 1,652 flights through Orlando International Airport in December, which is 84 fewer flights than the flights planned for the week before. Orlando International Airport This could make traveling during the holiday season considerably more difficult, especially if other airlines follow suit. So if you plan on traveling to Disney World for the holidays, it might be a good idea to book those flights NOW. It’s also good to know what to do if your flight to Disney World is delayed or canceled. You should also familiarize yourself with Disney World’s cancellation policies, just in case! Here Are The MOST and LEAST Reliable Airlines in the U.S. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Will you be flying to Disney World for the holiday season? Let us know if you’ve already booked your flight in the comments! The post It Might Be Harder to Fly to Disney World This Holiday Season first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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Have you been able to keep up with all of the changes around Disney World? Halloween is HERE! So much has happened around the resort recently — buffets are returning, more character meet-and-greets are appearing, Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique has reopened, and the Halloween season has arrived. But there’s still so much more to look forward to this year. So, to help you know what to expect during your next trip, here are 5 things that will be different in Disney World this September! Disney+ Day Why will Disney+ Day (September 8th) affect Disney World? Well, for starters, last year brought a “blue carpet experience” for park guests. There were free PhotoPass downloads offered at select spots for Disney+ subscribers, special PhotoPass opportunities (magic shots and props), and festive banners, decorations, decals, and flags over in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. PhotoPass sign There was also some free merchandise offered, like hats and buttons… Disney+ Day …as well as some unique character experiences. Tiana in Hollywood Studios And, just like last year, Disney+ subscribers will get to enter any of the parks 3o minutes early on Disney+ Day! Of course, you’ll still need valid park admission and park pass reservations. So, if you’re heading to the resort on Disney+ Day, get ready for some unique offerings! Check out what last year’s Disney+ Day looked like! The Crystal Palace Character Dining That’s right — character dining will return to The Crystal Palace on September 20th! This means that, once again, you can dine with some adventurous pals from the Hundred Acre Wood. They’ll be available for lunch and dinner at The Crystal Palace: A Buffet with Character featuring Winnie the Pooh and Friends. Piglet So be sure to grab a reservation for this character dining experience if you’re visiting on or after September 20th! Check out more information about the return of this character dining experience! ‘Ohana Character Dining Starting September 27th, Lilo and Stitch will be returning to their ‘Ohana Best Friends Breakfast. You can find this character dining experience at ‘Ohana at Disney’s Polynesian Resort. Stitch at ‘Ohana during Breakfast | 2020 You’ll want to snag a reservation for this one too, as it’s super popular! Oh — and tell them we said “Aloha!” Check out more information about the return of this character dining experience! Pluto’s Pumpkin Pursuit Over in EPCOT, you’ll be able to partake in a Halloween-themed Scavenger Hunt — Pluto’s Pumpkin Pursuit. This scavenger hunt has taken place in Disneyland Resort in the past, but now Disney World guests get to join in on the fun! (Don’t worry, Disneyland Resort will still have their own Pluto’s Pumpkin Pursuit this year.) Pumpkin Pursuit and our Prize Cup from Disneyland Resort in 2021 You can catch it during EPCOT’s Food & Wine Festival from September 29th through October 31st (while supplies last). Check out more information about this Halloween scavenger hunt! Halloween This one may be a bit more obvious than the others, but Halloween will continue to take over the parks during September! That means we’ll continue to see more Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party events take place… This Way to the Halloween Party! …we’ll probably see more merchandise… So much Halloween merch! …and we might even see more spooky decorations around the resort! Hey, Mickey! So, if you’re visiting in September, keep your eyes peeled for more frightening fun around Disney World! Check out all of the Halloween merchandise you can get online! And those are all of the things that will be different in Disney World this September! For more updates around the resort, check out construction progress on the Walt Disney World Railroad and Journey of Water — Inspired By Moana. Or check out the vehicle testing taking place at TRON Lightcycle Run. And, as always, stay tuned to DFB for the latest Disney news! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What are you looking forward to the most in September? Let us know in the comments! The post 5 Things That Will Be Different in Disney World in September! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

One of the best things about visiting Disney World is seeing the characters! Mickey and Minnie at Adventurers Outpost There are also so many opportunities to see them, too — they turn up in character cavalcades, in parades, and at character meet and greets. Some even roam around the parks so you can randomly bump into them. Now, characters are returning to the parks, and that includes some very popular character meet and greets in Disney’s Animal Kingdom! This morning, we headed to Animal Kingdom to watch some character flotillas and we saw some brand NEW ONES. These are called the Adventure Flotillas and there are two to catch! First, we saw Russell from Up! He was greeting guests from a boat on the Discovery River. It’s Russell! Then, we saw some characters we haven’t seen in a LONG time — Launchpad McQuack and Scrooge McDuck! They’re back!!! Launchpad and Scrooge!!! We also headed on over to Dinoland U.S.A. to check out some returning meet and greets at Donald’s Dino-Bash. Let’s go to Donald’s Dino-Bash Donald was there in his dino costume saying hello to guests and posing for photos with them! Look at how happy he is to be back! He’s back! Then we met Daisy, who makes her dino outfit look SO fashionable. She is a QUEEN. Looking fabulous, Daisy! You can also meet Chip, and Dale in their best Dinoland outfits! We’re so happy to see even more meet and greets returning to Disney World. If you’re looking to meet characters in the parks, be sure to check the My Disney Experience app for times and locations in each park! You can also use the app to get times for cavalcades, flotillas, and parades so you don’t have to miss a single character! Want an even easier way to meet your favorite characters? Consider a character dining experience. Just remember that these are VERY popular, so if you want a specific restaurant, make that advance dining reservation as early as you can — the earliest you can make reservations is 60 days before the first day of your trip. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Who’s your favorite character to meet in Disney World? Let us know in the comments! The post MORE Character Meet and Greets Have Returned to Disney's Animal Kingdom first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Let’s face it — Disney World is expensive. Vacation can cost a lot of money! People can easily spend thousands and thousands of dollars on family vacation between just the hotels, tickets, and food alone. That’s not even taking into account things like airfare or stuff you might have to buy for your trip! So, we’re always on the lookout for ways that you can save money when you’re in the parks. One of the ways to do this is by being aware of ticket prices! They vary from day to day, so you can save a lot by picking dates that cost less than others. We’re going to break down the CHEAPEST days to visit Disney World in 2023! We’re going to be looking at the prices of a one-day, single park ticket with no add-ons. So, if you want a Park Hopper or a Water Parks and Sports Option ticket, those will cost more than the ones we’re showing you now. Also note that if you buy a ticket for multiple days, the price per-day will decrease compared to a single-day ticket price. Okay, now let’s break it down month by month! January January is usually a less in-demand month to visit Disney World, so the prices are a bit lower, and they’re way lower than they are in December! The cheapest days to visit all month are from January 9th-12th when they’re $124 per day. The Tree of Life January is usually a great time to visit the parks because the weather is cooler and there are less crowds! How You Should Spend Your Money in Animal Kingdom February February prices go up a little bit compared to January. We usually think of February as a slow month in Disney World, but this past year, in 2022, we saw BIG crowds in the parks for some reason. That doesn’t mean the same thing will happen in 2023, but it’s definitely something to be aware of! EPCOT The least expensive days to visit in February are on the 1st, 7th, & 8th when tickets are $134 per day. 3 Terrifyingly Easy Ways to Ruin Your Disney World Vacation March March is typically a very busy time in Disney World due to spring break. College spring breaks start in March, as do some other schools around the country, so a lot of people head to Disney World for vacation! Tower of Terror The cheapest days to visit in March come at the end of the month on March 27th, 29th, and 30th. Tickets on these days are $144 per day. Our NEW Tips for Saving BIG in Disney World! April Spring Break continues throughout April for the most part, which means the crowd levels are about the same as they are in March. We see long lines and a lot of people around the parks during this month. Some schools also have some time off for Easter. Disney World The cheapest days to visit in April are from the 2nd through the 4th, when tickets are $139 per day. Your Ultimate 1-Day Plan For Magic Kingdom May May is usually less busy than April because there is a sort of lull between spring and summer breaks. But, that doesn’t mean it’s slow in the parks by any means! We do typically still see some higher wait times. Cosmic Rewind The cheapest days in May are the same price as they were in April — $139 per day. You can get this price on April 1st & 2nd, as well as April 8th-10th. Is Disney World Too Expensive For Average Families? June Summer officially arrives in June and there are quite a few dates that qualify as the cheapest for the month! Remember, the weather will be hot and the parks will likely be busy during this month. Hollywood Studios The cheapest days to visit in June are on the 5th, 12th-15th, 19th-22nd, and 26th-28th. Tickets are $134 per day. 10 Spots in Disney World That Will Be UNRECOGNIZABLE in A Few Years July July is pretty much the same deal as June, but there are less days at the same lower price. The cheapest days to visit are from July 24th-28th at $134 per day. Animal Kingdom July usually sees the start of things like the EPCOT Food and Wine Festival, which can bring in some pretty big crowds. PHOTOS and VIDEOS: Experience 13 Different Ride Evacuations in Disney World August August is when things typically start to really slow down in Disney World. Summer vacation comes to an end and a lot of kids head back to school. This makes for some days with very light crowds in the parks! Spaceship Earth The cheapest days to visit in August come at the end of the month — it’s only $109 per day from August 22nd-25th and 29th-31st. The Big Thing You Forgot to Do Before Your Disney World Trip September September is pretty slow as well, although we can sometimes see things pick up for the Halloween festivities in the parks. But, this month is MUCH cheaper compared to the remainder of the year! Fireworks The cheapest days to visit in September are from the 5th-7th, 12th-14th, 18th-21st, and 26th-28th. Tickets are only $109 per day. A Full List of Disney World’s Cancellation Policies October October sees things pick up again with people visiting during fall breaks or just trying to get in on all of the Halloween celebrations. The parks usually cool down a bit too, which definitely make them more appealing! Spooky Season!! The least expensive days to visit in October are from the 10th-12th, 16th-19th, and 23rd-26th. Tickets cost $140 per day. 7 TERRIBLE Things We Recommend in Disney World November November is busy as well, with the holiday celebrations starting basically right after Halloween is over. A lot of people will visit for things like Thanksgiving and EPCOT’s Festival of the Holidays, so you’re better off going toward the beginning half of the month if you want to avoid the heaviest crowds. Ready to celebrate the holidays in EPCOT? The cheapest days to visit in November are the 1st, 2nd, 6th-8th, and 14th-16th. Tickets are $140 per day. 10 Not-So-Magical Truths in Disney World December December is probably the most expensive month overall to visit Disney World, with the least amount of variations in price. The cheapest days to visit the parks are on December 7th, 8th, 12th-15th, and 18th-20th. On all of these days, the ticket price is $149. Hollywood Studios Christmas Decorations December’s prices are high because of the holidays! A lot of people want to visit the parks to see all of the holiday decor, eat all of the food, and check out special events like Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party. Main Street, U.S.A. Crowds So, as you can see, August and September seem to be the cheapest months overall if you want to visit Disney World in 2023. They’re the only months with that $109 ticket price! Why You’ll Pay MORE to Get LESS Now in Disney World If you want some more help with planning your upcoming Disney World trip, check out The Planning Tips You Need to Know About Before Your Next Disney World Trip, 5 Ways to Save $1,000 on Your Disney Trip (Really!), and What to Do If You Can’t Get the Disney World Hotel Reservation You Wanted. Yacht Club Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney World news, info, tips, and updates! These Will Be the Hardest Disney World Dining Reservations to Get in 2023 Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you planning a trip to Disney World in 2023? Tell us in the comments! The post The CHEAPEST Days to Visit Disney World in 2023 first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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Things are changing around Disney World every day and we do our best to keep you updated on all of it! Wilderness Lodge Between new restaurant menus, new attractions, and all the latest merch drops — there’s a lot going on all the time! If you’re heading to Disney World soon or just like being in the know, we’ve got you covered. It’s time for another look at what’s new at Disney World Resort hotels! Yacht Club Merchandise Updates Marketplace Don’t let the start of September bum you out that summer is coming to an end — get your doggo (or cat!) a cute lil’ bandana that’ll make you smile every time you look at them. Chill out. You can get the Chill Out Pet Bandana for $12.99. BoardWalk Inn General Updates The former ESPN Club has been all but erased from BoardWalk history to make way for a NEW restaurant and bakery — the Cake Bake Shop by Gwendolyn Rogers. This new spot is set to open sometime in 2023, though a specific date has not been announced just yet. Cake Bake Shop updates This isn’t the first Cake Bake Shop to exist, and we recently checked out one of the other locations. You can read all about that and what we might be able to expect from the BoardWalk location at the link below! Click Here to Read More About the Cake Bake Shop BoardWalk Inn Merchandise Updates Thimble & Thread Rep your love of Disney’s BoardWalk — the Showplace of the Shore — with this new ringer tee! New shirt! We love the retro designs and depictions of some BoardWalk icons! Get the shirt for $36.99. Read About the CHANGES Coming to Disney’s BoardWalk Here Wilderness Lodge General Updates Guess who we spotted on a recent visit to the Wilderness Lodge?! There were quite a few characters out and about greeting and interacting with guests, like Max Goof (unfortunately not in his Powerline Halloween costume)… Max Goof …Rafiki… Rafiki …Mr. Smee… Mr. Smee …Eeyore… Eeyore …King Louie, and more! Disney will occasionally have characters interacting with guests in less popular areas as part of Cast Member training, so you never know who you might run into while you’re walking around Disney World hotels! King Louie We’ll be keeping an eye out for what’s new around Disney World, so be sure to stay tuned for the latest updates! Check Out the EXPANSION Planned for Disney World’s Polynesian Resort Want to see what else is going on around Disney World? Click here to see what’s new in Magic Kingdom, and you can check out everything new in Hollywood Studios here. You can also keep up with the latest closures and refurbishments by clicking here! If you’re heading to the parks soon, keep in mind that park pass reservations are still required — don’t forget to book yours ahead of your trip. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What’s your favorite Disney World hotel? Let us know in the comments! The post What's New in Disney World Hotels: We Met Some RARE Characters! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s a holiday weekend and you know what that means — CROWDS in Disney World! Disney World is quiet today? Or at least that’s what we thought. This year seems to be an exception to the rule: even the 4th of July weekend crowds were surprisingly lighter than what we expected. We have seen summer crowds in full force in Disney World, but things have been quiet recently, and, well, things are still pretty slow today. Let’s take a look! We started our day out in EPCOT — it’s a holiday weekend, and we would expect this area around Germany to be more crowded today. It’s SO quiet in Germany Even just walking around World Showcase made us wonder where all the people are. This is pretty slow for a Saturday, especially for a Saturday before Labor Day! Still not so bad When we hopped over to Disney’s Hollywood Studios, we found the same — there just aren’t as many people in the parks as we expected. It’s quiet!!! When we walked into Toy Story Land, we were still surprised that it seemed much calmer than normal in the afternoon. Toy Story Land This is the park with notoriously high ride wait times, but those weren’t as bad as we’ve seen in the past. Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster had a 45-minute wait posted. Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Tower of Terror had a wait time posted of 60 minutes when we walked by. Tower of Terror We even looked at the My Disney Experience app and saw that Rise of the Resistance only had a wait time of 50 minutes! ©Disney We’re going to continue to keep an eye on the crowds (or should we say non-crowds?) all weekend to let you know what Labor Day weekend is looking like. So far, though, this seems to be a good time of year to go to Disney World, at least compared to the busy summer season (or that super busy winter season!). If you do visit Disney World, you’ll still have to decide if you want to skip the standby lines and access the Lightning Lanes for attractions — you can do this by purchasing Disney Genie+ or by paying per ride for those attractions that have the Individual Lightning Lane option. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Will you be in Disney World this weekend? Let us know what crowds were like for you in the comments! The post It's a Holiday Weekend in Disney World -- Where Are All The People? first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Get ready — we’re about to get a song stuck in your head! *Ba-dee-ya, say, do you remember? Ba-dee-ya, dancin’ in September* Why are we singing, you ask? Well, we don’t ever really need a reason to sing Earth, Wind, & Fire, but we are right now because it’s finally September, y’all! Mickey, WE LOVE YA Can you even believe it?! We’re already into the 9th month of the year, which means fall festivities, Halloween celebrations, and everything pumpkin in Disney World. If you’re going to the parks this month, we’re here to tell you the BEST things to do in Disney World in September! Dine at Returned Character Meals More character meals are coming BACK to Disney World this month! Starting September 20th, The Crystal Palace: A Buffet with Characters featuring Winnie the Pooh and Friends is coming back to Magic Kingdom! You will once again be able to meet and greet Winnie the Pooh, Piglet, Eeyore, and Tigger at this restaurant. The character dining buffet will serve lunch and dinner, and reservations are open right now! Eeyore at The Crystal Palace Characters are also returning to breakfast at ‘Ohana at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort! Lilo and Stitch will be back at the iconic restaurant on September 27th for the ‘Ohana Best Friends Breakfast. Reservations are also open now for this meal! Both of these experiences are pretty popular, so we wouldn’t wait to book if you have an upcoming trip. Stitch at ‘Ohana during Breakfast | 2020 In addition, Minnie’s Halloween Dine party has also returned to Hollywood & Vine in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Witch Minnie at Minnie’s Seasonal Dine at Hollywood & Vine This is one of the restaurants seasonal dining events and the characters are all dressed up in their Halloween costumes. This meal is also a buffet. Click here to see our FULL REVIEW of this Halloween character meal! Celebrate the Irish Music Festival Over at Disney Springs this month is Raglan Road Irish Pub & Restaurant’s 10th Annual Great Irish Hooley Music Fest! It’s happening from September 2nd through the 5th. Raglan Road in Disney Springs The band Téada is headlining the festival, and other performers include One for the Foxes, Celtic Croí (Heart), and Gobhán. There will also be Raglan Road Irish Dancers there to lead guests in a Ceili dance as well as complimentary face painting! Maca at The Great Irish Hooley from 2019 The best part? The event itself is FREE! Yep, you can attend the festival without paying a dime. But, the pub’s normal all-day menu will be available to purchase, and brunch will be served from 10AM-3PM throughout the weekend and on Monday (Labor Day). There will also be new whiskeys featured at the even and a special Hooley brew — De Fesht. Signs for the Great Irish Hooley event! Reservations ARE recommended for this event, so go ahead and make them by calling the restaurant at 407-938-0300! Click here to learn more about the festival! Participate in Disney+ Day Disney+ Day is on September 8th and OF COURSE celebrations are happening in Disney World! Seriously, does Disney ever pass up the opportunity to celebrate? If you don’t know, Disney+ Day is basically day to celebrate the streaming service. Last year, it took place in November, and there were a TON of announcements about new content coming to the service, so expect more this year! Disney+ Day In addition to some announcements, there will also be festivities in the parks! If you’re a Disney+ subscriber, you can get into he parks 30 minutes before they open, giving you some extra time in the parks. And, if you’re staying at select Disney World hotels, you can get into the park a whole HOUR before they open! Note that this is for ALL eligible hotel guests, not just those with a Disney+ subscription. Fancy Disney+ subscribers can also get free Disney PhotoPass downloads at select photo spots in Disney’s Hollywood Studios on this day. And, there will be special character meet-and-greets and a cavalcade along with other “surprises” in the park. Tiana in Hollywood Studios for Disney+ Day 2021 That’s not all, though! Disney+ movies will also be screened during the Movies Under the Stars offering that happens at select Disney World hotels. Make sure you check with your hotel to see if they’re offering the perk! Disney+ Day Last year for Disney+ Day, we saw the blue carpet be rolled out along with a bunch of decorations around Hollywood Studios. There were also FREE hats and buttons offered at some of the parks and some of the park icons were lit up blue! So, we can hopefully expect similar celebrations in the parks this year. Click here to see what we can expect from this year’s Disney+ Day! Get Spooky for Halloween Halloween kicked off back in August in Disney World, which means you have the WHOLE month of September to celebrate! One of the most popular things to do is attend Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party (seriously, it’s almost sold out for September!). The party is filled with all kind of entertainment, like a parade, fireworks, and a stage show. Boo to You Halloween parade There’s also some special ride overlays you can enjoy that are only available during the party, as well as exclusive merchandise, special photo ops, rare character meet and greets, and trick-or-treating! Hocus Pocus 2 Photo Op in Disney World But, that’s not all — there’s a ton of food exclusive to the party as well! We’ve tried out all of the eats and treats, like the fun cake that looks like corn (yeah, really) and the hot dog topped with purple (!!) mustard. You can check out our reviews of the food right here! Hades Hot Dog Remember, this is a separately ticketed event that takes place on select nights in Magic Kingdom from now until October 31st. This means that Magic Kingdom closes to regular guests during the event and only people with a ticket to the party get to take part in all of the celebrations. You can check out more info on tickets right here! How to Maximize Your Time at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party The party isn’t the only way to celebrate Halloween in Disney World! There is also food that you can get during the day, like an evil witches brew. We’ve seen a bunch of spooky merchandise in the parks as well, and pumpkin decorations up and down Main Street, U.S.A. So much Halloween merch! And, starting September 29th, you can take part in Pluto’s Pumpkin Pursuit at EPCOT’s Food and Wine Festival! It’s a scavenger hunt where you look for hidden pumpkins decorated like Disney characters. Pumpkin Pursuit and our Prize Cup from Disneyland Resort in 2021 Once you complete the scavenger hunt, you’ll get a spooky prize! Click here to take a look at a similar scavenger hunt we did in Disneyland last year! Get a Great Deal During a Magical Dining Event Orlando’s Magical Dining Event is happening from now until October 2nd, which means it’s going on throughout the whole month of September and a few Disney World restaurants are part of the event! This is a special dining experience that lets you enjoy a three-course, prix-fixe dinner for just $40 per person. Let’s check out which Disney World restaurants are participating! ©Visit Orlando Todd English’s bluezoo at the Walt Disney World Dolphin Hotel will let you choose between 3 appetizers, 3 main courses, and 3 desserts on Thursdays through Sundays during the event. Todd’s English bluezoo Il Mulino New York Trattoria at the Walt Disney World Swan Hotel is also letting guests choose between 3 appetizers, main courses, and desserts on their menu for the event. Arancini di Carne Over in Disney Springs, Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill will also off a choice between 3 appetizers, 3 main courses, and 3 desserts, as well as 3 potential upgrades/enhancements. Wolfgang Puck Bar $ Grill Finally, at Jaleo in Disney Springs, their special menu has a variety of options you can choose from for this event. Five Quesos at Jaleo Reservations could fill up quickly, so don’t wait to make yours if you want to take advantage of this limited-time deal! Click here to learn more about Orlando’s Magical Dining Event! For more on what’s going on around Disney World, check out the news about the popular brand used in Disney World’s hotel that’s being retired, how the new MagicBand+ works, and the big changes that just happened to the Park Pass Reservation system. Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney World news and updates! These Will Be the Hardest Disney World Dining Reservations to Get in 2023 Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Will you be taking a trip to Disney World in September? Tell us in the comments! The post 5 BEST Things to Do in Disney World This September first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s Halloween time in Disneyland and there are a bunch of different ways to celebrate! Mickey Pumpkin in Disneyland Oogie Boogie Bash is happening on select nights, there are pumpkins all over Disneyland Park’s Main Street, U.S.A., and the Haunted Mansion got its special The Nightmare Before Christmas overlay. There are also over 50 (!!) special spooky foods coming to the parks, and we just tried out a brand new treat! This is the new Chocolate-Espresso Bread Pudding from Pacific Wharf Café in Disney California Adventure park! It has crème anglaise, whipped topping, a gummy eyeball, and toasted pecans. The Treat Hope you’re in the mood for chocolate! This treat is packed with it — and it came fresh out of the oven (keep in mind that we may have just been lucky with the freshness, but the bread pudding from here is usually pretty fresh). The Bread Pudding had hints of Espresso in most bites, with the crème anglaise and whipped cream providing a sweet, vanilla flavor. Up Close! The pecans provided a crunchy texture, but not much flavor. Oh, and the gummy eyeball? Nowhere to be found. (Where’d it go? SpooOOooky.) Cut Into If you’re not a fan of espresso or chocolate, then you may want to pass on this one. But we love both flavors, so we really enjoyed this treat! If you want to give it a try, you can get it from now until November 10th for $6.49. Or, you can check out some of the other foods that are in the parks and Downtown Disney for spooky season! For more on Halloween in Disneyland, you can take a look at some of the special merchandise we’ve seen recently, take a look at the pumpkins that are now up in the parks, and check out Mickey and Minnie’s new Halloween costumes! Halloween Time in Disneyland Resort! Stay tuned to DFB for more Disneyland food news, reviews, and info. Click here to see ALL of the Halloween treats and eats at Disneyland for the Halloween season! 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 Would you try this new treat? tell us in the comments! The post Chocolate ESPRESSO Bread Pudding?! Don't Mind If We Do, Disney. first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’re now in the “-ember” months, the giant Mickey jack-o-lantern is back on Main Street, U.S.A., in Disneyland, and Pumpkin Spice Lattes are on the menu at Starbucks, so that can only mean one thing: it’s FALL. A ton of snacks and treats are coming to Disneyland to celebrate the season, and we’re about to try a NEW sundae. Mickey Pumpkin Come with us to Main Street, U.S.A., to track down an ice cream sundae that’s arrived for Halloween. Is this treat worth the cost and stomach space? We’re about to find out. The Rocky Road Halloween Sundae is a new treat on the menu at Gibson Girl Ice Cream Parlor, which is located on Main Street, U.S.A., in Disneyland Park. Don’t forget to take in all the fall and Halloween decorations as you walk down the street! Let’s take a walk down Main Street Gibson Girl Ice Cream Parlor has ice cream in many forms: sundaes, scoops, cones, and floats, just to name a few. The Rocky Road Halloween Sundae is made with a Rocky Road Waffle Bowl that’s filled with Rocky Road Ice Cream, topped with Marshmallow Cream, Hot Fudge, Whipped Cream, and Sprinkles. You can get it for $8.49. The Sundae! You guys — just say “yes” to grabbing this sundae. Everything was good about this treat — especially the Rocky Road Ice Cream and Marshmallow Cream. They combined to create a chocolatey and sweet dessert. And thanks to the Hot Fudge (and California heat), everything melted together, which honestly just made the sundae even better. Our Waffle Cone seemed to be freshly-made as well, so that was the figurative “cherry on top” of this sundae! Melted Goodness We had no complaints about this treat, so if you’re a fan of Rocky Road and Chocolate, make sure you head to Disneyland Park and grab this before November 10th! The sundae will only be around until that date. And remember that you can use Mobile Order to get the sundae without having to wait in line. There are more than 50 new treats and snacks coming to Disneyland for the Halloween and fall seasons, so you’ll have plenty to choose from if you’re visiting the parks soon. And don’t forget that Oogie Boogie Bash will kick off on September 6th, bringing treat trails, a Halloween parade, and villainous meet-and-greets to Disney California Adventure. Tickets have already sold out for this event. Oogie Boogie We’ll continue to watch for more updates from Disneyland, and we’ll be sure to let you know which of the new treats are the BEST (besides this delicious sundae), so stay tuned to DFB. Click here to see ALL the fall and Halloween treats coming to Disneyland in 2022. 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 Would you try the Rocky Road Halloween Sundae in Disneyland? Let us know in the comments. The post We Found a Top Contender for the BEST Halloween Treat in Disneyland! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If you’re feeling a chill in the air, it definitely isn’t because the temperature is dropping. Halloween is here! Chances are it’s because the Halloween season is officially here! Over in Disneyland, we’ve been taking all the spooky decorations in while getting ready to go party it up at Oogie Boogie Bash at Disney’s California Adventure. And now, Halloween treats are popping up in Disneyland Resort — so come with us as we check out a churro that sounds downright delicious. There’s something extra magical about a Disneyland churro. We can’t explain it, but it’s true. And occasionally, Disney comes out with specialty churros for different seasons and events — and Halloween is no different! At the Town Square and Sleeping Beauty Castle Churro Carts, guests can dine on a Chocolate Cookie Crumble Churro served with creamy peanut butter vanilla dipping sauce. The Chocolate Cookie Crumble Churro is $5.75, while the dipping sauce is $1.50. And yes — the dipping sauce is green. Here It Is! Let’s start with the churro! The chocolate in the churro was present without being overpowering. We’ve found that churros with tamer flavors are the best to dip with, so this was a plus. GREEN Peanut Butter?! What about the dipping sauce? It was a cup of creamy peanut butter, basically. And guess what — we loved it! Don’t be alarmed by the green color — this tasted like the regular peanut butter we’ve had with churros before. Can’t Go Wrong With Peanut Butter Keep in mind that, as the name suggests, this treat can crumble…everywhere. So be prepared to get a bit messy, courtesy of the chocolate crumbles. But aside from that, we have no complaints! We’re Fans Of This One If you’re looking for a twist on the classic Disneyland churro, this might hit the spot! But, of course, if you’re not a peanut butter fan — this may not be the treat for you. Don’t forget to check out all the exclusive snacks coming to the parks like the Mickey Bat Cookie and more. Halloween in Disneyland Can’t get enough Disneyland Halloween news? Check out what’s new around Disneyland Resort, and everything you need to know about Oogie Boogie Bash is right here! Over in Disney World, Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is going strong, and you can read more about that here. See ALL the Halloween Treats Coming to Disneyland Here Want to Learn More About Disneyland? Check Out the Links Below! See Our DFB Disneyland Restaurants Guide Learn About Disney Genie and How to Use it in Disneyland Check Out What You Need to Know About the Theme Park Reservation System for Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Get All the Info About Closures and Construction at Disneyland Learn All About Disneyland Park See What Marvelous Stuff You’ll Find at Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure Learn About Pixar Pier in Disney California Adventure Get All the Details About the Disneyland Mobile App Everything You Need to Know About Mobile Order in Disneyland Learn More About Disneyland’s Magic Key Program Full Details About the Holiday Season in Disneyland Full Details About Halloween Time at Disneyland Get Some STRANGE Tips for Disneyland Should You Go to Disneyland in 2022? Click HERE to Check Out Lots of Other DFB Posts About Disneyland Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe Are you heading to Disneyland this Halloween? Let us know in the comments! The post Only Disney Could Have Us Dipping Our Churro Into GREEN Peanut Butter first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s pumpkin spice season! Pumpkin spice EVERYTHING Yes, yes, we know it’s still REALLY hot here in Florida. But pumpkin flavors are popping up everywhere — in our pumpkin spice lattes from Starbucks, in our liqueur, and even in our bath and body products. But one of our favorite pumpkin spice things has also just returned to EPCOT! The Werthers Original Pumpkin Spice Cupcake has returned to Karamel Kuche! It’s a pumpkin spice-flavored cupcake with buttercream frosting and Werthers original caramel. We love this cupcake each year, and it’s still as delicious as we remember. The perfect cupcake doesnt exis… What really makes this cupcake delicious is the caramel, which is the same one used in the Werthers Original Gingerbread Caramel Cookie Sandwich (we’ll get to that in a bit). Then you’ve got the drip of caramel on the top PLUS the caramel in the middle that just makes this the perfect cupcake. The little sprinkling of pumpkin spice on top is nice, too. This cupcake, y’all Rather than a straightforward pumpkin cupcake, the pumpkin spice is the star here. You can grab it now for $5.79. Anyone who loves pumpkin and caramel will fall in love with this dessert! It’s very rich so be sure you have some water on hand. Inside! But that’s not all. Remember, we also mentioned the Werthers Original Gingerbread Caramel Cookie Sandwich — it started as a seasonal snack, but then became a permanent menu item, but went away again. This cookie is a CLASSIC! Guess what? IT’S BACK!!!! This is a VERY popular item here (and for good reason), so you can now grab that treat, too! It’s $5.99. Can’t get to Disney World? No worries — you can make it at home! ©Disney Of course, this shop has plenty of other caramel treats you’ll want to try, too. Don’t forget to grab some of that Werthers Caramel Popcorn and be sure to check out the Boozy Caramel Flight! If you’ve got time, be sure to get a seat at the nearby Biergarten restaurant, which is themed after an authentic German beer garden. You’ll get a buffet of German food AND entertainment! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What’s your favorite snack at Karamel Kuche? Let us know in the comments! The post Two of Our Favorite EPCOT Treats Have Returned to Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s time yet again to see just how busy Disney World has been lately! Galaxy’s Edge It’s sort of an odd time in Disney World right now in terms of the crowds. Summer is ending and kids are going back to school, so there are less people on vacation, but it’s also the Halloween season and there are a ton of things going on. So, crowds can be a bit unpredictable at the moment. One way we like to gauge how busy it is is by looking at wait times, so let’s take a look at ALL of the average wait times from around Disney World this week! Magic Kingdom Let’s head to Magic Kingdom! This week, Seven Dwarfs Mine Train had the longest average wait time with 50 minutes! Are you a fan of Mine Train? After that, we had Peter Pan’s Flight at 49 minutes, Jungle Cruise at 31 minutes, Splash Mountain at 27 minutes, Haunted Mansion at 26 minutes, Space Mountain at 25 minutes, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at 23 minutes, Astro Orbiter at 22 minutes, Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh at 20 minutes,Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin at 17 minutes, and Pirates of the Caribbean at 15 minutes. Splash Mountain Next, we had Mickey’s PhilharMagic at 14 minutes, Tomorrowland Speedway at 13 minutes,Under the Sea – Journey of the Little Mermaid at 13 minutes, Dumbo the Flying Elephant at 12 minutes, and “it’s a small world” at 10 minutes. Ariel Then, we saw Magic Carpets of Aladdin at 9 minutes, Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover at 8 minutes, Mad Tea Party at 7 minutes, Barnstormer featuring the Great Goofini at 7 minutes, and Prince Charming Regal Carrousel at 6 minutes. Barnstormer And rides with even lower wait times were Liberty Square Riverboat at 4 minutes and Carousel of Progress at 4 minutes. Rides with no waits were Country Bear Jamboree, Tom Sawyer Island, Hall of Presidents, Enchanted Tiki Room, and Swiss Family Robinson Treehouse. We Wore Crocs in Disney World All Day. Here’s What Happened. EPCOT Over in EPCOT, the ride with the longest average wait was Frozen Ever After at 50 minutes Frozen Ever After Then, we had Test Track at 45 minutes, Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure at 41 minutes, Soarin’ at 17 minutes, Mission: SPACE at 14 minutes, Turtle Talk with Crush at 10 minutes, Spaceship Earth at 7 minutes, Gran Fiesta Tour at 7 minutes, Journey into Imagination at 7 minutes, Living with the Land at 6 minutes, and The Seas with Nemo and Friends at 5 minutes. Mission: SPACE Most of the theater shows in EPCOT had zero waits this past week! These included: Awesome Planet, Beauty and the Beast Sing-Along, Disney and Pixar Short Film Festival, Impressions de France, and Reflections of China! ALL of the Disney World Rides That Interact With MagicBand+ Hollywood Studios Moving on to Hollywood Studios, Rise of the Resistance had the highest average wait time this week at 70 minutes. Rise of the Resistance After that, we had Slinky Dog Dash at 60 minutes, Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run at 45 minutes, Toy Story Mania at 44 minutes, Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway at 43 minutes, Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster featuring Aerosmith at 43 minutes, and Tower of Terror at 41 minutes. Toy Story Mania And finally, we had Alien Swirling Saucers at 24 minutes, Walt Disney Presents at 15 minutes, Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy at 14 minutes, Muppet*Vision 3D at 10 minutes, and Star Tours – The Adventures Continue at 9 minutes. Why You’ll Pay MORE to Get LESS Now in Disney World Animal Kingdom Hopping over to Animal Kingdom, the ride with the longest average wait time this week was Avatar Flight of Passage at 48 minutes. Flight of Passage Then, we had Na’vi River Journey at 38 minutes, Kali River Rapids at 21 minutes, Kilimanjaro Safaris at 17 minutes, Expedition Everest at 14 minutes, and DINOSAUR at 12 minutes. Safari time! Following behind was It’s Tough to Be a Bug at 9 minutes, TriceraTop Spin at 5 minutes, The Boneyard at 0 minutes, and Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail at 0 minutes. These Will Be the Hardest Disney World Dining Reservations to Get in 2023 That’s your look at the average wait times around Walt Disney World this week! Stay tuned to DFB more Disney news and updates. The Big Thing You Forgot to Do Before Your Disney World Trip Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! 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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. YES, we know it’s Labor Day weekend — and many of us are celebrating the end of summer right now. Are you celebrating the end of summer at Disney World? But we’ve also seen the return of the Pumpkin Spice Latte this week, Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is in full swing, and Halloween costumes are selling out online. So, we hate to tell you, but it may be time to turn your attention to Christmas shopping! Many of us have experienced the frustration of trying to find that toy on a kiddo we love’s Christmas list when it’s sold out everywhere. We’re here to help. Walmart has released its list of the hottest toys for Christmas — the ones that are sure to sell out. Read on for top Disney, Marvel and Star Wars toys you’ll want to order right now and put away for the holidays! LEGO Disney Encanto The Madrigal House Building Kit So many LEGO building kits wind up on Christmas lists each year, and this new kit is perfect for Encanto fans! Kids ages 5 and up can build the 3-story Madrigal House, complete with a spinning weather vane, with this kit that has more than 500 pieces. It is priced at $50. Click here to order the LEGO Disney Encanto The Madrigal House Building Kit Marvel Studios’ Black Panther Legacy Collection Warrior Pack Does your little one love dressing up as their favorite characters? This Black Panther set has a mask and claws that activate and retract, so that they can pretend to be the Wakandan Warrior. This set is for ages 5 and up and is priced at $28.97. Click here to order the Marvel Studios’ Black Panther Legacy Collection Warrior Pack Disney Encanto We Don’t Talk About Bruno 3-inch Small Doll Set We Don’t Talk About Bruno — but we do play with him and the rest of the Family Madrigal! This 3-inch doll set includes 7 beloved characters from Encanto for $24.97. Click here to order the Disney Encanto 3-inch Doll Set Funko Pop! Comic Cover: Star Wars – Luke Vinyl Bobblehead Star Wars collectors will LOVE this new Luke Skywalker bobblehead! Luke is holding a red lightsaber in the figure, which comes packaged with a reproduction of the Star Wars No. 1 comic book cover released in 1977. This collectible is $19.88. Click here to order the Funko Pop! Luke Skywalker Bobblehead 12″ Marvel Spider-Man Bike for Boys’ by Huffy Who doesn’t want a new bicycle under the tree? This Marvel Spider-Man bike comes with optional training wheels and an adjustable seat. This bike is recommended for ages 3-5 and is priced at $94. Click here to order the Huffy Spider-Man Bike Funko Pop! Marvel: Holiday Gingerbread 4pk Vinyl Bobbleheads Check out these unique Marvel Gingerbread Bobbleheads! This 4-pack has Gingerbread Captain America, Gingerbread Iron Man, Gingerbread Hulk, and Gingerbread Thor popping off the cookie sheets and ready for action. This set is priced at $47.88. Click here to order the Marvel Gingerbread Bobbleheads Star Wars Galactic Action Darth Vader Interactive Electronic 12-Inch-Scale Action Figure Star Wars fans love their action figures, and this interactive Darth Vader will be no exception. This action figure says 5 different phrases and plays the sounds of the galaxy. It is priced at $37.97. Click here to order the Darth Vader 12-Inch Scale Action Figure You’ve been warned — these particular toys are predicted to be among the season’s most popular and sell out quickly! Are you planning a trip to Disney World this holiday season? Our DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World Holidays is available for pre-order now! Our ebook has ALL of the details on special holiday meals, special entertainment and tons of our tips and tricks for Disney World trips. DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World Holidays 2022 Use code WDW2022 to save 25% on your order! Click here to order the DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World Holidays 2022! Stay tuned to DFB for all the Disney merch being released for the holidays! 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 Christmas shopping? Tell us in the comments! The post Act Fast! These Top Disney Toys Will Sell Out Way Before Christmas first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

*SIGH* We can’t always be in Disney World. Cinderella Castle That’s why we’re constantly looking for new ways to bring the Disney magic home. Artwork, decorations, candles, mugs — there are many ways to incorporate Disney into your everyday life. Even mundane things like washing your hands can spark some Disney joy — just take a look at what we found! Over at Basin in Disney Springs, you can find tons of bath, body, and haircare items. But today, we’re focusing on their hand soaps! Remember the hand soap dispensers with Mickey head foam shapes? Well, now you can get other characters too! We’ll start off with the Minnie Hand Soap Dispenser! It’s a pink bottle featuring Minnie Mouse. The soap smells like sweet clementine… Minnie Hand Soap …and comes out shaped like flowers! Flower Power! There’s also a Pluto Hand Soap Dispenser! The bottle is tan and showcases Pluto. The soap smells like vanilla… Pluto Hand Soap Dispenser …and the foam is shaped like pawprints! Pawprints If you want either of these hand soaps, you can get them for $19.99! But hurry — these foam shape dispensers are suuuuuper popular and will probably sell out fast. While you’re over in Disney Springs, be sure to check out the unique cake flavor offered at Gideon’s Bakehouse this September. Or take a look at the new menu item over at Homecomin’. And, as always, stay tuned to DFB for the latest Disney news! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Which soap dispenser is your favorite? Let us know in the comments! The post Disney World Just Made Washing Your Hands WAY More Fun first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Can you really survive a day at the Disney parks without coffee? Pym Test Kitchen If you can, then you’re practically a superhero. As for us, we’ll be chugging that caffeine! There are lots of great coffee options in the parks with spots like Starbucks and Joffrey’s, but on top of that, you can find fun drinks hidden all around. Like now, we’re trying out a seasonal coffee in Disney California Adventure! We’re on the hunt for the best fall coffee in Disneyland Resort, and we’ve got one contender hiding out at PYM Test Kitchen in Avengers Campus. Will the Butter Pecan Cold Brew be the next hit drink? This beverage is made with butter pecan-flavored cold brew that’s topped with candied pecans. It’s non-alcoholic and new to Disneyland Resort. You can grab one for $6.79. Is butter pecan the new pumpkin spice? So what’s our take? Well, if you love pecan pie, this is basically like eating pecan pie and drinking coffee right after — except it’s all in one cup! It’s delicious! Even with the butter pecan syrup, it’s not too sweet. (Note: in the heat, the whipped cream just kinda’ melts into the coffee, but it still tastes great that way!) The whipped cream melted away here. Also, those candied pecans on top are sugary and crunchy and are a nice addition to the drink! Before the sun We’ve got quite a few more treats to try in Disneyland Resort for the Halloween season, so stay tuned for all of our reviews! We’re ready for ALL the fall flavors. YUM! And if you’re interested in visiting Oogie Boogie Bash this year, make sure to follow along with us as we attend the party on September 6th. We’ll be sharing all of our thoughts on the event — we can’t wait! Click Here to Read Our FULL Review of PYM Test Kitchen! 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 What’s your favorite coffee in Disneyland Resort? Tell us in the comments! The post We Found Your New Favorite Disney Coffee Drink first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If you’re planning an upcoming Disney World vacation, we know you’ve been busy! There’s a lot to keep track of, with hotel reservations, dining reservations, Park Passes, and more. Don’t worry — we’re here to help you out. Magic Kingdom We have lots of great resources to keep your Disney planning on track. Check out our ultimate guide to planning a Disney World vacation for all kinds of helpful information. We’ve also got a packing list to help you fill your suitcase with all the right things, and you may want to grab one of our DFB Dining Guidebooks to help you decide which restaurants to visit while you’re in the parks. Right now, we can help you avoid some unpleasant surprises during your upcoming vacation by letting you know what’s going to be CLOSED at the parks and hotels this week. Magic Kingdom Walt Disney World Railroad The Walt Disney World Railroad is still closed in Magic Kingdom, and Disney hasn’t announced when it could reopen. Still no train! We recently spotted some engine testing, and Cast Members have been seen training at the attraction as well, so it seems like Disney is getting ready for a reopening. We’ll continue to watch for more updates on the railroad. Tomorrowland Light & Power Co. Construction over on the TRON: Lightcycle Run roller coaster has shut down the Space Mountain gift shop, Tomorrowland Light & Power Co. Light & Power Co. Gift Shop This gift shop doesn’t have a reopening date yet, and it could remain closed until the TRON construction is finished. In the meantime, guests leaving Space Mountain are being redirected to use a different exit. Enchanted Tales with Belle This attraction in Fantasyland is still closed as well, and Disney hasn’t announced when it might reopen. Belle at Enchanted Tales with Belle While it’s closed, you can usually spot Belle at the beginning of the Festival of Fantasy Parade, which runs through Magic Kingdom each day. Check the My Disney Experience app to see the parade times when you’re in the park. Pete’s Silly Sideshow At Pete’s Silly Sideshow, guests could previously meet Minnie, Daisy, Donald, and Goofy, who were all dressed like circus performers. However, the meet-and-greet location is currently closed. Pete’s Silly Sideshow Disney has announced that it’ll reopen sometime “in the coming months,” and they made that announcement a few months ago. So we’re expecting this spot to reopen soon! Meet Ariel at Her Grotto Another meet-and-greet location is also still closed in Disney World — Ariel’s Grotto. Disney hasn’t announced when this spot will reopen either. Ariel’s Grotto But the nearby attraction Under the Sea — Journey of the Little Mermaid is still open for guests to visit. Find out how the PeopleMover has CHANGED in Magic Kingdom. Disney’s Hollywood Studios Voyage of the Little Mermaid This Little Mermaid-themed stage show is still closed in Hollywood Studios. Voyage of the Little Mermaid Disney hasn’t announced when or if it will return, but we’re hoping to hear an update soon — maybe at the D23 Expo next week? We’ll be sure to let you know if we hear any news. Fantasmic! Fantasmic! is still closed as well, but Disney has promised it will return this year. Fantasmic! billboard That return is likely going to happen soon, as Disney has announced that Cast Member rehearsals have already begun! Learn more about the return of Fantasmic! here. EPCOT Canada Far & Wide in CircleVision 360 The Canada Far & Wide theater is actually still open in EPCOT, but it’s currently being used by the Appleseed Orchard Food & Wine Festival booth. Instead of a movie about the natural beauty of Canada, right now you’ll find an apple crumble tart and a variety of apple-flavored drinks at this location. Appleseed Orchard in the Canada pavilion The movie will likely return after November 19th, which is when the EPCOT Food & Wine Festival ends. Learn how to make an EPCOT Food & Wine Festival dessert at HOME. Disney World Hotels Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort At Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, the quick service restaurant Kona Café is temporarily closed. It’s going to reopen sometime in fall 2022 with “an enhanced table-service experience.” Kona Cafe is closed In the meantime, you can still use 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. Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort At the Grand Floridian Resort, Narcoossee’s is currently closed. This restaurant closed back in July and isn’t expected to reopen until sometime next year. Narcoossee’s Disney has said that Narcoossee’s will reopen in 2023 with “an enhanced table-service experience” (that sounds just like the update we got for Kona Café, so apparently those “enhanced experiences” are all the rage at Disney World restaurants). Check out 9 Disney World hotel deals for September. Disney World Water Parks Blizzard Beach Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park is still closed right now. But don’t worry — you can still visit Typhoon Lagoon, which is Disney World’s other water park. Blizzard Beach We recently wrote an update about what’s going on inside Blizzard Beach right now — you can read that here! See what’s going on with the Blizzard Beach refurbishment here. If you’ll be in Disney World this week, it’s very possible that you won’t need Genie+ in the parks. We’ve been seeing some LOW crowds lately, with many people returning to school and work after summer vacations. In fact, on one day last week, Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance had a 25-minute wait time at 1PM! Low crowds Even though we’ve previously seen Disney World’s “slow” times remain busy (possibly due to “revenge travel” after the pandemic restrictions eased), it seems like the typical crowd trends could be returning to Disney World. We’ll have to wait and see if these trends continue. An empty walkway in Animal Kingdom We’ll keep you updated with all the latest news, so stay tuned to DFB. Can YOU spot the CHANGES to the Carousel of Progress in Disney World? Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! 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Halloween Time is a BIG deal in Disneyland, and the resort goes ALL OUT for the spooky season. Halloween in Disneyland Not only do both Disneyland and Disney California Adventure get dressed up for the season, but there is a TON of spooky merchandise, a LOT of treats, ride overlays, and a Halloween fireworks show on select nights. Now we’ve got your FIRST look at those fireworks! We attended a media preview event last night and got a chance to see the Halloween Screams fireworks in Disneyland Park. We watched from the end of Main Street, U.S.A. (and yes, the Mickey pumpkin’s face glowing in the dark just set the spooky scene!). Our viewing spot The fireworks show features an introduction by Jack Skellington and Zero. Then it’s time for flames, creepy projections, Disney villains, and more! Halloween Screams! The soundtrack features Halloween-themed music, including songs from A Nightmare Before Christmas, villains songs like Poor Unfortunate Souls and Cruella de Vil, Haunted Mansion numbers like Grim Grinning Ghosts, and more! We love Disney fireworks! Other songs include The Skeleton Dance, Heffalumps and Woozles, Oogie Boogie’s Song, and I Put A Spell On You (can’t be Halloween without some Hocus Pocus, right?). So cool If you’d like to catch Halloween Screams for yourself, be sure to check the Disneyland website or app for dates and showtimes during your trip! Fireworks! If you’re planning on heading to Disneyland for Halloween, you’ll need to know that all Oogie Boogie Bash dates are sold out, but there are still plenty of other things to see and do to keep a Halloween-loving soul happy in Disneyland. 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 Will you be headed to Disneyland for Halloween? Let us know in the comments! Disclosure: In nearly all circumstances, Disney Food Blog writers and photographers pay full price for their own travel, hotel, food, beverage, and event tickets. We do this because it’s important to us as journalists to ensure not only that we give you unbiased opinions, but also that you can trust us to do so since we’re paying our own way. On rare occasions, when we are invited by a company to attend a preview as media, and when we choose to accept that invitation, we will always make you, our readers, aware of that situation. Recently, we were invited by Disneyland to attend their media preview for the Halloween season. 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 FIRST LOOK at Disneyland's Halloween Fireworks first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

How is it already September?! Halloweeeeen Of course, we don’t mind jumping into September, as it means the Halloween season is in full swing at Disney World! We’re enjoying Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, festive décor, frightful (to our wallets) merchandise finds, and eerily-tasty treats. And, speaking of treats, if you’re a fan of the Peanut Butter Cold Brew Cookie being offered in September at Gideon’s Bakehouse, you NEED to see this. Peanut butter AND coffee? Yeah, when we heard about Gideon’s special cookie flavor for the month of September, we knew we had to dig right into one (and we did). And we must not be the only ones who enjoyed the flavor combo, as Gideon’s shared the following announcement on their Instagram: That’s right — every Saturday and Sunday of September, you can grab a slice of the Peanut Butter Cold Brew Cake! It’s a 3-layer Double Frosted Chocolate Cake with a layer of Peanut Butter Buttercream and Mocha Espresso Buttercream. If that description had you drooling too, you’ll want to grab your own slice ASAP! This cake will only be around while supplies last and you’ll be limited to 2 slices per person. The Cookie Version! Gideons also teased that more is to come mid-month. We’ll let you know when they make any new announcements! While we wait, check out some other fall offerings around the resort, like the Sweet Almond Corn Cake in Magic Kingdom. Or if you’re looking for a touch of fall with your coffee, take a look at our review for the Cold Witches’ Brew Coffee in Magic Kingdom. And, as always, stay tuned to DFB for the latest Disney news! 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 Have you tried the new cookie flavor yet? Let us know in the comments! The post Gideon's Bakehouse in Disney Springs Just Made Their Peanut Butter Cold Brew EVEN BETTER. first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article