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To ensure we are equipping our readers with all the information they need, we will continue to report on all travel, safety, and COVID-related news that could impact a Disney Parks visit. Although we’re still waiting on a few things to return to “normal” in Disney World, for the most part, things are looking the way they did pre-pandemic. Restaurants, attractions, and gift shops have reopened, and most of the physical distancing and face mask requirements are gone. But there’s about to be another change related to COVID-19, and this one will affect the entire U.S., not just the Disney parks. COVID-19 Warning Sign The White House has announced that the government will end the free at-home COVID-19 testing program this week. Find out more about why this program is ending and how you can get tests delivered before the end date here. According to Wesh 2, the U.S. government will be ending the free at-home COVID-19 test program on Friday, September 2nd. The free at-home testing program started in January of this year and allows every household to order up to 16 free tests. The White House cited “a lack of funding and efforts to preserve supply ahead of an anticipated fall surge in cases” as the reason for the program’s end. The White House has blamed Congress for “failing to provide additional funding for the program.” ©WVNS Recent waves of the omicron variants of COVID-19 may have contributed to the limited supply, as more people were likely testing for COVID-19 when those new variants emerged. A White House official said, “We have warned that Congressional inaction would force unacceptable tradeoffs and harm our overall COVID-19 preparedness and response — and that the consequences would likely worsen over time.” The same official stated that the government will resume the distribution of free tests “if and when Congress allocates additional funding.” ©CDC If you still want to order some free tests before Friday, you have a few days to do that. Remember that each household can order up to 16 tests, so if you’ve already met that limit then you will not be able to order more. Head to Covidtests.gov or call 1-800-232-0233 to order your tests. You’ll need to provide a U.S. residential address and your email (if you want to receive shipping notifications). COVID-19 Signs Note that you may qualify to receive free COVID-19 tests through your health insurance. CNBC stated that “Most people in the U.S. also qualify for free testing or reimbursement for kits approved by the Food and Drug Administration through Medicare, Medicaid, or private health insurance policies.” So if you cannot order your free at-home COVID-19 tests before Friday, you may be able to still get them for free with your insurance. We’ll continue to watch for more updates and let you know about any changes, so stay tuned with DFB. Learn more about what’s going on with COVID-19 and the Disney Parks here. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! The post Free At-Home COVID-19 Test Program Will END Soon first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Check out this inside look at what it’s like to travel with National Geographic Expeditions on the Great Apes itinerary. Spoiler Alert: You’ll also see some other pretty amazing wildlife!View the full article

DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. We get it. Disney is EXPENSIVE! For some families, this is a once-in-a-lifetime trip that they put a lot of time and energy into saving up for. So what if we told you you could save anywhere from $500-$1,000 with this simple change? $62 per person?? Too rich for my blood! Besides accommodation and park tickets, the next most expensive part of any vacation is food. If you’re planning on eating out for every meal while visiting Disney World, that can add up quickly! A family of four could easily rack up charges adding up to over $1,000 just for a five day trip (and that’s only counting lunch and dinner!). The easiest way to cut down on spending when it comes to meals is by cooking your own. While the average Disney meal will cost you $26 per person, buying groceries and cooking averages out to around $4 per meal per person! Read below for our tips and how you can save even MORE on your groceries. A full kitchen at the Grand Floridian If you’re staying in a villa, house, apartment, or anywhere else with a kitchen, you’re in luck! Create a meal plan ahead of time so you aren’t just buying items willy-nilly. Then, do one shopping trip at the start of your vacation and you are good to go. Make sure you bring food storage containers for leftovers as well as any meals you want to bring with you into the parks. You are welcome to bring your own food into any Disney World park, but keep in mind there are no options for cooking or reheating your food, so we suggest sticking to cold food and using insulated food containers. Even if you’re staying in a hotel and don’t have access to a kitchen you can still prepare your own meals! Microwaves and mini-fridges are standard in most hotels, and if you don’t see them in your room there’s no hurt in inquiring at the front desk for one. Stick to dishes you can prepare without a stove or oven. Yogurt, granola, and fruit make an easy breakfast, and you can bring sandwiches and salads into the parks for lunch! Baloray Lunch Bag Click here to buy the Baloray Lunch Bag! Click here to buy the Bentgo Bowl – Insulated! At the start of your trip when you’re ready to buy groceries, we suggest using a shopping service like Instacart. If you’re flying in to Orlando and aren’t planning on renting a car, grocery shopping can be difficult (excuse me Mr. Lyft driver, don’t mind all my bags!). Also, you might be visiting from an area with different stores and it can take you time to figure out where everything is in an unfamiliar shop. After a long day of traveling, who really wants to spend an hour or more going grocery shopping? Not us! You can easily pick all of the items you need on your phone or other device, submit your order, and let Instacart do all the work while you kick off your shoes and get a start on your vacation! Gorgeous fruit and veg! Instacart partners with tons of stores in the Orlando area, so you’re sure to find all of the items you need. If there ever is an item that is out of stock, your shopper will work with you to find something similar, or you can just skip it and you won’t be charged. We’ve had great experiences with them; the shoppers are helpful and keep in contact with us to ensure we get everything we need. There was a time we had ordered an item that ended up being out of stock, and our shopper texted us with pictures of the other types available around that one so we could pick the exact replacement we wanted! They also deliver to tons of places, INCLUDING Disney resorts and hotels! Is there really any reason NOT to use them? Have a picnic in the parks like Chip and Dale! Right now Instacart is running a few deals, which means you could end up saving even MORE! The first offer gives first-time users free delivery on orders $10 and up. The second deal is a back to school special, so no matter if you have ordered before you can still use it! Orders from Staples have delivery fees waived on orders over $10. You may wonder what you could possibly need from Staples, but if your charger dies or you’re in need of other electronics accessories you’ll be thankful to be able to get what you need without having to leave your room. These discounts are running until September 30, 2022, so you have plenty of time to take advantage! Click here to order with Instacart! Now, does this mean you should skip Disney restaurants all together? By no means! But by supplementing with some home cooked meals, you can cut down the cost of your trip or put that money towards something else (like upgrading your room)! Check out these posts for more information about using grocery delivery during your Disney World vacation! Step-by-Step Guide to Ordering Instacart Grocery Delivery to Disney World Everything You Need to Know About Having Food Delivered to Your Disney World Hotel How to Have the CHEAPEST Trip to Disney World Our BEST Tips to NOT Break the Bank On Food at Disney World When you’re choosing your restaurants, make sure you do your research ahead of time. Check out all the advice below before you go! Need Disney Restaurant Advice? We’ve Got EVERYTHING You Need to Know See Our Complete Disney World Restaurants Guide Check Out the 19 Best Restaurants in Disney World in 2022 Our Top 50 All-Time Best Disney Dining Tips These Are the BEST Meals in Disney World for Under $15 Ranking Every Single Magic Kingdom Restaurant Ranking Every Single EPCOT Restaurant Ranking Every Single Restaurant in Disney’s Hollywood Studios Ranking Every Single Restaurant in Disney’s Animal Kingdom Ranking Every Single Restaurant in Disney Springs Ranking Every Single Restaurant in Disney World Hotels – Cheap Eats Edition Check Out Dozens of Disney Dining Tips and Tools Learn All About Tipping at Disney Restaurants Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest Disney food news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Do you think Disney World’s food is overpriced? Are there any restaurants you think are worth the money? Sound off in the comments below! 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There is a TON of Star Wars merchandise you can find in Disney World, including a bunch of items for one character in particular. We LOVE this! Which character, you might ask? Grogu, of course! Otherwise known as The Child or Baby Yoda, Disney loves making merchandise for the lil guy. We’ve seen Grogu ears, a Grogu bucket hat, and even Grogu as a mummy! And, we just found some more NEW Grogu merchandise in Disney World for you to check out! These are the new Native Grogu shoes! Fun! They’re in the classic Native style, with a bunch of holes around the shoe for airflow. These are very breathable The color is like a light beige. It’s super neutral, so it could go with a lot of outfits! A nice, neutral color On the side, you can see little Grogu! Hey, buddy! If you want to grab a pair for yourself, we found these at Hollywood Studios for $59.99. A subtle Grogu And, if you’re wondering how these shoes fit and how they hold up in the parks, we put them to the test for you! You can check out our FULL review of Native Shoes right here. Looking for more Star Wars merchandise? Check out some odd Star Wars merch we saw in Hollywood Studios recently, a fun Star Wars mug from Target, and a new lightsaber! Grogu hat Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney World merchandise news and updates! Click here to see our FULL REVIEW of wearing Native Shoes in Disney World! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you a fan of Native Shoes? Tell us in the comments! The post SPOTTED: New Native x Star Wars Shoes in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. It’s time to break out your Halloween decorations and grab a pumpkin spice latte because fall has arrived (at least according to Disney, that is). Fall decorations at Disney World We’ve seen Halloween decorations at Magic Kingdom and at Disneyland, and Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is in full swing. In addition to all of the festivities, we’ve also seen tons of Halloween merchandise — and now, some more Halloween items are available online. Three new Halloween spirit jerseys are available now on shopDisney! First up, we have a general Mickey Mouse Halloween Tie-Dye Spirit Jersey. The spirit jersey is black on top and has orange tie-dye that starts about halfway down the shirt. There’s a small image of Mickey Mouse in a pumpkin hat on the front, as well. ©Disney The back of the spirit jersey says “Happy Halloween” and shows Mickey along with some ghosts wearing Mickey hats. ©Disney This spirit jersey is $74.99. Click here to buy the Mickey Mouse Halloween Spirit Jersey! There’s also a Disney World version of this spirit jersey! The Disney World Halloween Tie-Dye Spirit Jersey looks the same as the Mickey Mouse one but has the Disney World logo with Mickey on the front. ©Disney Instead of saying “Happy Halloween” on the back, it says “Walt Disney World.” ©Disney This spirit jersey is also available online for $74.99. Click here to buy the Disney World Halloween Tie-Dye Spirit Jersey! And finally, we have the Disneyland Halloween Tie-Dye Spirit Jersey. Like the other two, this spirit jersey is black with orange tie-dye, but it has the Disneyland logo on the front instead. ©Disney On the back, it says “Disneyland Resort” and has the same image of Mickey and the ghosts as the other two. ©Disney You can grab the Disneyland version for $74.99. Click here to buy the Disneyland Halloween Tie-Dye Spirit Jersey! Looking for more Halloween merchandise? You can check out all of the Disney World Halloween merchandise you can find in the parks here, and all of the Halloween merch you can get online by clicking here. So much Halloween merch! Plus, if you’re interested in checking out our coverage of Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, you can read all about our experience here. We’re always on the lookout for new and exciting Disney merch, so make sure to stay tuned to DFB for the latest! We’re answering ALL of your questions about Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party in Disney World! Halloween at Walt Disney World Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Has Returned to Magic Kingdom and We’ve Got the ONLY Guide You Need! See the Full List of PRICES and DATES for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Full List of Dates That Have SOLD OUT for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Get All of the Latest Updates on Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party See Our Photos and Reviews for ALL of the Fall and Halloween Treats in Disney World Start Your Halloween Shopping NOW With These Disney Items Online Check Out the Disney Halloween Ears That Dropped Online Get a Look at ALL of the Halloween Merchandise You Can Buy in Disney World Can You Resist These NEW Halloween Shirts?! A Halloween Candy Shortage Means You’ll Need Trick-or-Treating Alternatives and We Can Help See How Much It Costs to Do Disney World at Halloween in 2022 Learn About the Halloween Scavenger Hunt Coming to Disney World Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click Here to Subscribe What do you think of these new Halloween spirit jerseys? Let us know in the comments! The post Disney Released 3 New Halloween Spirit Jerseys Online! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Do you know that there’s a tequila cave in Disney World? La Cava del Tequila Yes, it’s true! La Cava del Tequila is located in the Mexico Pavilion at EPCOT and serves up all kinds of fun margaritas, along with having a HUGE selection of tequilas. They’re famous for their Avocado Margarita, but there are a ton of other options you can try. We also love this spot for some chips, queso, and guacamole! La Cava del Tequila is a fan favorite for a reason, and the spot is celebrating a big milestone today! It’s La Cava del Tequila’s 13th anniversary! The tequila cave has officially been around since 2009, and there are celebrations going on for today ONLY. According to La Cava del Tequila’s Instagram, you can stop by the cave to meet their mixologists, and the first people to visit will even get some celebratory cake! Come on by to celebrate! There are also some special T-shirts available, and they say this is one of the only times you’ll be able to get one! But, you have to order one of their special drinks in order to get a shirt. One of your only chances! There are some drink specials just for today, too! You can get La Cava Punch, which has Centinela Tequila Blanco, Watermelon, Lejay, Blackcurrant Liqueur, Orange, and Hibiscus-Chipotle Salt for $25… This looks SO FUN …or get the Malumita, which has Contraluz Mezcal Cristalino, Pineapple, Chile Poblano Liqueur, Lime, Italicus, and Tortilla Ash Salt for $25. The celebrations are happening for today ONLY! So, hurry on over, because these festivities won’t last for long! This is your chance to get some super limited-time drinks that aren’t available at the tequila cave otherwise. If you can’t make it today, you can stop by on a different day and check out some of the permanent menu items, like the Avocado Margarita, the Acapulco Colada, or The Lily Margarita! La Cava Avocado Margarita Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney World news and updates! A List of 50 Restaurants and Attractions That Close EARLY in Disney World Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Have you ever been to La Cava del Tequila? Tell us in the comments! The post HURRY! These La Cava del Tequila Drinks in EPCOT Are for Today ONLY! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Have you done your Halloween shopping yet? ALL the Halloween stuff! There’s a LOT to shop for this year! You can find all kinds of fun home decor (hello, Haunted Mansion stuff) online, as well as a ton of fun Halloween clothing. There are even Halloween ears! However, a NEW Disney Halloween collection just dropped online, and we’ll just tell you to go grab your wallet now. Hot Topic just dropped a TON of Disney Halloween clothes online, and you are GOING to want at least a few of these items. These are all courtesy of Her Universe, and can we say these might be our favorite Disney Halloween items we’ve seen yet? Just check out this Mickey Mouse Candy Corn-Striped Cardigan. Y’all, IT HAS MOUSE EARS ON THE HOOD. MOUSE EARS!!! ©Hot Topic There’s also a Mickey Pumpkin on it, as well as some fun details on the sleeves, like candy corn and ghosts. You can grab it now for $59.90. We did see a version of this sweater earlier without the hood, but it’s since sold out. So GRAB THIS FAST! Click Here To Buy The Mickey Mouse Halloween Cardigan But that’s not all, because there’s also a Disney Halloween Candy Corn Collared Dress. The collar has Mickey on one side and Minnie on the other, in their Halloween outfits. ©Hot Topic Oh, did we mention — it even has pockets! Grab it now for $49.90. Click Here To Buy The Disney Halloween Candy Corn Collared Dress This is only just two items from the collection — there is also a sweatshirt, some Loungefly bags, Shortalls, and more! Be sure to check it all out over on the Hot Topic website. Looking for even more Halloween gear? Here’s ALL the Disney Halloween merchandise you can currently buy online at shopDisney. We’ve also made a list of all the Halloween merchandise you can buy in Disney World, as well as the merchandise that’s exclusive to Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. 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 purchasing anything from this collection? Let us know in the comments! The post Stop Everything! Your Disney Halloween Wardrobe Has Arrived Online! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

When it comes to travel-related updates, it seems like it’s all been bad news recently. There’s been a lot of bad travel news recently! Flights have been getting canceled, airlines are mishandling more bags this year than last year, and travelers are getting bumped from their flights. Add that to the increasing cost to travel and it all starts to look a little dismal. There may be a light at the end of the tunnel, however, as we slowly start to see prices stabilize. Experts are starting to see travel prices decrease, which could indicate that relief is on the way. Travel-related expenses like rental cars, gas, hotel rooms, and airfare all saw price decreases in July, according to CNBC. As of August 29th, AAA is reporting that the national average price for gas is $3.85, down from the national average one month ago, which was $4.25. Car rentals have seen a decrease in price of 9.5%, while airfare has decreased by 7.8%, and one night in a hotel has decreased in price by 3.2%. ©CNBC One of the contributing factors to the decrease in gas prices is that we’ve started to see the price of oil come down, which could also be a reason that airfare prices are decreasing as well. If oil prices are lower, then airlines operating costs are lower, as well. The price of gas is declining Experts warn that despite the declining prices we saw last month, there isn’t enough data to see a trend yet. We’ve only seen this decrease for a month, so more data would be needed in order to determine if these prices will be sticking around. It’s also worth noting that summer is one of the busiest travel times of the year, so the decrease in travel expenses could just be because there is less demand as fewer people are traveling now that summer is coming to an end. Orlando International Airport Another factor is that prices aren’t decreasing across the board. Some costs are remaining high, while the prices for other goods and services are continuing to increase. For example, coffee prices saw an increase recently, and housing prices are remaining high, as well. Coffee prices are increasing Unfortunately, the only thing we can do for now is wait to see what happens with prices as we head into the fall months. Travel-related expenses are expected to see an increase again this holiday season, so while we’re seeing a dip in airfare now, it will likely increase again come the winter months. In the meantime, if you’ll be traveling to Disney World soon, make sure to take a look at what you need to know about renting a car in Orlando in 2022. We also have tons of tips for flying through Orlando International Airport, as well. As always, make sure to stay tuned to DFB for the latest travel news and information! Click here for air travel tips that will change your life! 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 traveling soon? Let us know in the comments! The post Your Next Trip to Disney World Might Be CHEAPER first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

No matter how much you plan, sometimes things can still go awry in Disney World. EPCOT The weather can be unpredictable, shows might have technical difficulties, and attractions can malfunction leading to temporary closures. Guests riding one popular EPCOT attraction were in for a different kind of ride recently when it unexpectedly broke down — so come get evacuated from Test Track with us! Test Track is a popular thrill ride at EPCOT that takes guests through a series of tests on vehicles they “design.” The most exciting part of the ride comes at the end when your vehicle is launched at speeds of 60+ miles per hour. Let’s go for a ride! But recently, guests weren’t able to race to the finish line as the attraction malfunctioned causing an evacuation! Thanks to our pal Tyler for sending over photos and video — you can see the car was just about to launch out of the tunnel into the speed test, but never quite got that far. via Tyler Stickel (@tstick1) on Instagram After waiting for a bit, Cast Members began coming around to escort passengers from the ride. via Tyler Stickel (@tstick1) on Instagram By the looks of it, guests were guided off the attraction and walked down the actual ride tracks to the exit. via Tyler Stickel (@tstick1) on Instagram There were quite a few people riding Test Track when it broke down, and everyone had to follow in a single-file line. via Tyler Stickel (@tstick1) on Instagram You can see more in the video below! It’s important to always follow Cast Member instructions in situations like this — they’re trained to keep you safe when things go wrong. Be sure to stay tuned to DFB for the latest news from the Disney parks and beyond! Check Out These Infamous Disney World Ride Malfunctions Interested in more Disney attractions news? Here’s what Disney does when its most popular ride is down. Plus, see the rough year one Hollywood Studios ride has been having here. If you’ve ever wanted to see Space Mountain with the lights on — click here. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Have you ever been evacuated from a ride at Disney World? Let us know in the comments! The post VIDEO: Get Evacuated from Test Track in EPCOT with Us! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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Florida’s Parental Rights in Education law, (or as critics call it, the “Don’t Say Gay” law) has struck major controversy since its introduction earlier this year. ©Disney The Walt Disney Company has released statements criticizing the law including a few statements from CEO Bob Chapek himself. This caused Florida Governor Ron DeSantis to move forward with the dissolution of Disney’s Reedy Creek ImprovementDistrict — a district that gives Disney governmental power over the land in and around Disney World. House Republicans also condemned Chapek’s response to the law in an open letter and Disney employee walkouts took place following Disney’s response. Now, there’s a new update about the “Don’t Say Gay” law that could lead to the law being blocked. According to Orlando Sentinel, a group of students, parents, and a non-profit organization have asked a federal judge to stop Florida school districts from carrying out the “Don’t Say Gay” law in schools. The new law halts any instruction that includes sexual orientation or gender identity for grades Kindergarten through 3rd grade and states that instruction must be “age-appropriate” according to the state’s academic standards for older grades. ©Disney | Walt Disney Company Headquarters The motion for preliminary injunction was filed this past Friday in a lawsuit that launched in July against the school boards of Duval County, Palm Beach County, Indian River County, and Orange County, where Disney World is located. The motion mentioned that the law, “was enacted with the purpose to discriminate and has the effect of discriminating against LGBTQ+ students and those with LGBTQ+ family members.” The motion was created to stop the law from being used in schools. ©Ryan Faughnder via Twitter (@RFaughnder) The motion continued to state that the law, “by design, deters speech by and about lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and questioning people in schools. To achieve this end, the law employs undefined terms that restrict an absurdly broad scope of speech and activity, casting a broad chilling effect and leaving school officials to draw arbitrary and discriminatory lines in their attempts to implement the law.” U.S. District Judge, Wendy Berger, was assigned the lawsuit. Disney Pride Decoration The lawsuit filed in July against the 4 Florida counties mentioned above is currently going through the federal court in Orlando. As of now, the attorneys for the 4 school boards have not filed initial arguments in the case, however in a separate lawsuit in Tallahassee, Attorney General Ashley Moody’s team denies that the, “Legislature acted out of animus against LGBTQ individuals.” These are all of the updates we have on the motion and lawsuit, but stay tuned for additional information. UPDATE on the Dissolution of Disney World’s Reedy Creek District Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! The post NEWS: Federal Judge Asked to Block Florida's "Don't Say Gay" Law first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Things are CHANGING all over Disney World and it seems that the Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover has been impacted by some changes…again. View from the PeopleMover We’ve seen the PeopleMover be closed, stuck, and evacuated, but in 2022 something really big happened when the PeopleMover got some NEW narration. Now, another change has been made at this slow-moving, relaxing, and classic attraction. As we approached the Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover in Magic Kingdom in late August 2022, we noticed that something was different. Some brand new PeopleMover signs have appeared! First, there is now a new sign in front of the ride! Hey, That Sign is NEW! It is bright blue in color, and it features the word “PeopleMover” and an indication that the ride is sponsored by Enterprise. Interestingly, it does not have the “Tomorrowland Transit Authority” phrase in front of the word PeopleMover, but now just refers to the ride by the shorter name many guests already use for it. The My Disney Experience App, however, still displays the full “Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover” ride name. PeopleMover Sign As you’re walking toward the ride from the sides, this new sign will be quite visible and could help you better identify the ride’s entrance area. The New Sign in Blue There also appears to be a new sign right at the entrance to the ride, where you hop on those moving platforms. OooO Another New Sign For reference, here’s a look at the older sign that was there. PeopleMover’s OLD Sign The new sign in this area now says “Welcome Aboard” with the designation that the ride is sponsored by Enterprise. Welcome! This isn’t the only change that’s been made in Magic Kingdom recently. Over at Walt Disney’s Carousel of Progress, the finale scene has seen some updates when it comes to the characters’ clothing. We’ve also seen changes made to the Magic Kingdom’s Disney Enchantment fireworks show, with a new section now added featuring Walt and Roy Disney. Plus, important changes are coming to the fireworks times in Magic Kingdom, and Disney has changed some things (resort-wide) when it comes to Park Passes and Genie+. NEW Outfits We also continue to see construction changes happening at attractions like TRON in Magic Kingdom or the upcoming Journey of Water — Inspired by Moana in EPCOT. We’ll continue to keep an eye out for more Disney news and let you know what we find. Click here to listen to the NEW PeopleMover narration Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What do you think of this new sign? Tell us in the comments! The post PHOTOS: See What’s CHANGED at the PeopleMover in Magic Kingdom first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Are you ready for a throwback?! ©runDisney The theme has already been revealed for runDisney’s 2023 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend — Retro ’90s. (If you registered for the race simply due to the theme, we can’t blame ya.) And every single one of the races in Disney World for this marathon weekend has sold out, along with the Castaway Cay Challenge offered through Disney Cruise Line. Your only chance to participate in the event is by running the races virtually. And if you’re already registered to participate in one of the races at Disney World (or you’re just a fan of ’90s theming), you’ll want to take a look at the medals for this throwback race! The 2023 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend is taking place January 4th through the 8th, 2023, and it’s completely ‘90s-themed in celebration of runDisney’s 30th anniversary. To stay with the theme, the medals provide a fun throwback to the ’90s. Those running the Walt Disney World 5K will receive a Pluto Medal that’s full of bright colors, bones, pawprints, and Pluto! ©runDisney 10K participants will receive a medal themed after Chip ‘n’ Dale! They’re running the race together, obvi. ©runDisney Donald and Daisy are the stars of the Half Marathon Medal. It shows the pair running in the race, and the medal almost seems to be shaped in a bow, just like Daisy’s! ©runDisney Of course, Mickey and Minnie are featured on the Walt Disney World Marathon Medal. This medal is shaped like the number 30 (for runDisney’s 30th anniversary), and says “I Did It!” ©runDisney Challenge participants will also receive medals! Those running Goofy’s Race & A Half Challenge (both the half and full marathon) will receive a medal with Goofy, of course. The medal also says 39.3 miles to show off the number of miles run by challenge participants. This medal looks like those retro shade glasses. ©runDisney And if you’re ambitious enough to run all 4 races to complete the Dopey Challenge, you’ll receive the Dopey Medal which is shaped like a 10 to celebrate the 10 years the challenge has been running (pun intended). It also says 48.6 to honor the miles run by participants in this challenge. ©runDisney So there ya have it! All of the medals for the 2023 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend. For more race information, check out general information about the weekend. Or check out the details for the Wine and Dine Half Marathon Post-Race Party for the Wine and Dine Half Marathon Weekend. And, as always, stay tuned to DFB for the latest Disney news! Click here to learn more about the 2023 runDisney marathon weekend. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Have you ever completed a runDisney race? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTOS: Medals Revealed for Retro-Themed 2023 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Today, we celebrate the anniversary of Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa. Eleven years ago, this magical resort first welcomed Disney Vacation Club members and guests to the picturesque coast of Ko Olina, Hawai‘i, on the Leeward coast of O‘ahu. View the full article

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DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Love Donald Duck? Love collecting Disney items? Love Dooney & Bourke? Then stop everything — there’s a NEW collection online and in the parks just for you! We love Dooney & Bourke bags! We’ve seen quite a few new Dooney & Bourke collections lately, with the Emperor’s New Groove and Haunted Mansion collections having been released earlier this month. Sometimes we even get collections that surprise us, which is why we keep you updated on all the new ones so you can snatch up the ones you adore. If you’re a Donald Duck fan, you cannot miss the new collection that just dropped online! Dooney & Bourke released their Donald Duck collection on Monday, August 29th. We spotted it online and in Disney World. We specifically found the bags over at the Creations Shop in EPCOT, Uptown Jewelers in Magic Kingdom, and on shopDisney. The collection features abstract artwork of Donald wearing his signature hat and bowtie and includes a few different items. First, you can pick up the Donald Duck Dooney & Bourke Camera Bag! Crossbody The bag features Donald in that abstract, geometric design with some pops of his signature colors throughout. It also comes with a detachable leather shoulder strap. Check Out That Strap Want to bring this beauty home? It’ll set you back $228, so break open those piggy banks! Get the camera bag here! Next up, we have the Donald Duck Satchel Bag. The bag features the same print along with various pockets, leather carry handles, and an adjustable shoulder strap. Satchel Bag This bag will cost you a bit more than the camera bag, coming in at $295. Click here to get the satchel bag! Online (and in the parks) you can also get the Donald Duck Tote Bag. Once again you’ll find the same design on it, but this one has a large main compartment so you can stuff ALL the things you need in there. Tote Bag Time! This is the most expensive of the bags, coming in at $328. Get the tote bag here! Also part of the collection is a MagicBand, which we spotted in EPCOT (at Pin Traders) a little earlier in August, so be sure to check and see if that is still available as well. It is priced at $58. Thus far, we haven’t seen that item become available online. The Donald Duck Dooney & Bourke MagicBand And that’s a full look at the collection! Click here to check out the Donald Duck Dooney & Bourke Collection online! If Dooney & Bourke isn’t your style but you’re looking for some new merchandise, don’t miss the 4 collections debuting at the D23 Expo or the 34 must-see merchandise items we found in Hollywood Studios not too long ago. You can also click here to see ALL of the Minnie ears you can get online, or check out all of the Starbucks items, 50th Anniversary items, or Halloween items available online. (There could be a LOT of shopping in your future!) As always, stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney merchandise news! Annual Passholders will soon get an INCREASED discount on merchandise. Check out all the details right here! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What’s your favorite Dooney & Bourke Disney collection? Let us know in the comments below! The post Donald Duck Fans Need To Grab Disney’s New Collection Online ASAP! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Guests will not be separated from the monsters at Universal Orlando’s Halloween Horror Nights this year. View the full article

Get ready to lace up those (not-so high-top) sneakers and prepare for a totally rad runDisney race weekend as we throw it back for the 2023 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend presented by State Farm!View the full article

“There are SO many restaurants in Disney World, I don’t know which ones are even worth my money!!” That might be a phrase you’ve said to yourself many times when planning your Disney World trip (especially if you’re a first-time Disney World visitor). But those stressful days are behind you friend, you’ve come to the right place. Hollywood Studios Here at DFB we’ve got it all. A page dedicated to the best Disney World restaurants? We have it. A Disney World restaurants guide? You betcha! A list of the top restaurants for 2022? It’s all yours. And today we’re taking a look at one specific Hollywood Studios restaurant so YOU can figure out whether it’s worth your time and cash. For today’s visit, allow us to transport you (virtually) to Disney’s Hollywood Studios and a little spot called Mama Melrose’s Ristorante Italiano! Atmosphere In case you’ve never heard of it, this is a sit-down restaurant located in Hollywood Studios that aims to serve up Italian eats with California charm. You see, once upon a time, there was a woman named Mama Melrose. She traveled to California to become an actor, but it turns out her Italian cooking was the real star. The restaurant now draws from her two heritages — Italian and Californian! And that’s something you’ll see reflected in the decor. Mama Melrose’s Ristorante Italiano On the outside, there are colorful banners with the restaurant’s name, combined with a nearby painting of the Mona Lisa…but it looks like she’s gotten a bit of a Hollywood makeover! Mama Melrose’s Be sure to take a second and look at some of the details outside the restaurant. These often get forgotten as you rush to eat your meal, but they’re worth checking out. Check Out the Details As you head inside, there are more details to look for. Take a close look at the photos of the celebrities on the wall. These are reportedly photos saved from the old MGM “Star Today” promotion that brought some celebrities to the park to sign autographs for guests. Gotta Look at Those Details! But the details go beyond the celebrity portraits. You’ll even find a dog with a hidden Mickey spot! See It? Once you’ve moved past the entrance and check-in table, you’ll get transported into a world of twinkling lights, greenery, tables, and all kinds of signs and photos. Mama Melrose The restaurant is mainly one big space, but it is broken down into about 3 sections. There are standard tables and chairs, along with some booths. Take a Seat! Once you’re taken to your seat, you’ll find a napkin, silverware, some plates, and a menu with a QR code for you to scan. One of the Tables Then, it’s time to start selecting your meal! Menu Mama Melrose’s menu consists of many menu items you’d expect to find in your standard Italian spot, as well as a few unique things. On the appetizer menu, you’ll find a flatbread, a house-made Italian meatball, minestrone soup, and other options. ©Disney For the entrees, there’s everything from Mama’s Italian Pasta and spaghetti with meatballs, to strip steak and a cauliflower plant-based option. ©Disney There are also some desserts to pick from, including gelato, tiramisu, and mini cannolis. ©Disney On the menu, you’ll also find options for kids… ©Disney …non-alcoholic mocktails… ©Disney …beer and wine (this is just part of the wine selection)… ©Disney …cocktails (this is just part of the cocktail menu)… ©Disney …as well as liqueurs and wine flights. ©Disney Now, let’s take a look at what we had to eat! Eats We’ve been to Mama Melrose’s a decent amount of times within the last few months — once for a regular review and another time to check out some of their menu changes and newer options. Now we’re back again to give you our updated thoughts! Our meal started (as usual) with some bread and olive oil. Bread Time Pro tip: while bread and olive oil can be yummy, don’t fill up too much on these standard options before your REAL meal arrives! Olive Oil Then it was time to dive into our appetizers. We started things off with Vine-ripened Tomatoes and Fresh Mozzarella. This appetizer features a Balsamic Drizzle, Olive Oil, and Sweet Basil Leaves, and is priced at $12. Time to Eat! This was actually quite tasty! It’s basically a Caprese salad, but hey, sometimes there’s nothing wrong with that! We wished the tomatoes had been sliced a bit thinner, but other than that it was a fairly solid dish — tasty and simple. It might not blow you totally out of the water, but it’ll satisfy you. We also felt like it was a pretty good portion size, making it nice for sharing! How Do You Like Your Tomatoes? Next, it was time to try the Crispy Calamari. This is served with Spicy Pickles, Spicy Aïoli, and Fresh Lemon. You can get this for $15. In the past, we’ve felt like the calamari has been fried well, but the Spicy Aïoli has really been the star of the dish and an awesome addition, elevating it past other calamari dishes you might find. Do You Like Calamari? This time, the dish once again proved to be pretty good! It had a great crunch and wasn’t overly chewy (thank goodness!). And it was flavorful thanks to the sauces and spices. The spicy pickles were a little spicy — with just a tiny kick to them! But the spicy aioli wasn’t spicy at all, so don’t let that scare you away. It was also a pretty good portion size, making it good for sharing. It can have some fishiness to it (it IS calamari after all), so it’s one that those who hate fish should probably steer clear of. Calamari More of a soup person? At Mama Melrose’s you can grab the Minestrone Soup with Ditalini Pasta. This is a plant-based dish that is priced at $9. In the past, we’ve felt like this dish has been adequate, but nothing special. When we last had it, it tasted like plain ole minestrone soup — not unlike something you could grab at the grocery store. Where Are All the Soup Fans?! But this time things seemed to be a bit better (or maybe our reporters simply have different preferences)! We actually thought the soup was pretty good. It was essentially a vegetable soup, but this time we felt like it was packed with flavor and felt very comforting. One of our team members who tried the soup actually eats a plant-based diet, and they shared that they felt like it was very flavorful for being plant-based. They even told us that they liked it enough they might consider getting it on a hot Florida day. Now that’s some serious soup love! Would You Get the Soup or Opt for a Different Appetizer? Last, from the appetizer menu, we grabbed the House-Made Italian Meatball. This is served with Marinara, Fresh Ricotta, and Basil, and is priced at $13. The last time we had this dish, we thought it was REALLY good and flavorful, but quite dense. The marinara sauce we had last time was also pretty sweet, though the ricotta helped balance things out. So what did we think this time? It’s a [Not Spicy] Meatball! Well, it was still a sizable and good meatball, made with pork and beef. It was tender and had some great flavors going on. It wasn’t spicy at all, so don’t worry about that. The marinara was solid, but not anything special in our opinion. Overall, this time we felt like it was good but might not totally blow you away. The Meatball Next, it’s entree time! First, let’s tackle a plant-based option, the Polenta Cake, Mushroom, and Herb Cauliflower. This dish features Polenta layered with Sautéed Mushroom, Spinach, and Red Pepper with a Cashew-Cheese Sauce. It’s priced at $21. This actually KNOCKED one of our reporter’s SOCKS OFF. We aren’t kidding folks. This is a dish you might really want to try! Ready to Dig In? Our team member who tried it and is a plant-based eater was totally astounded by the dish, and even our reporter who doesn’t stick to a plant-based diet was really impressed (and might even consider ordering it over the other menu options they tried during their recent visit)! Now, let’s go over some disclaimers. The cashew cream sauce, which is meant to emulate “real” cheese, in no way emulates real cheese. Our plant-based eater said that it really should be considered a separate category of food as it really doesn’t encapsulate real cheese. But if you’re a plant-based eater, it’s likely a flavor and texture you’re very familiar with. Cauliflower Dish Just because it’s not the same as “real” cheese doesn’t mean it’s bad though. In fact, in terms of cashew cream sauces, our reporter shared that this is one of the BEST they’ve ever had because Disney was actually able to get the sauce to be creamy and not grainy. It’s just something to be aware of if you’re not a plant-based eater. The other sauce on the dish was more like one you’d find on chicken marsala. The mushrooms were incredibly flavorful and the sauce truly was addictive. Our plant-based reporter said they wished they could eat it EVERY day. Would You Try It? Next, we opted to try the Grilled Bone-In Pork Chop. This is served with Creamy Polenta, Roasted Tomatoes, Mustard Vincotto, and Charred Broccolini, and is priced at $28. When we had this before, we thought it was cooked well and had a nice char, but the polenta was a little offputting because it was gritty. So, what was it like this time? The Pork Chop Well, the pork itself was very juicy and tender but wasn’t seasoned well, which was unfortunate. Though it was juicy, it really just didn’t have much flavor and was bland. The broccoli in the dish was cooked well, which was great. And it soaked up allllll those juices from the pork, making it extra tasty. The Pork Dish The real star here, though, was that polenta (this time)! It was SOOO creamy and cheesy and just absolutely wonderful. It also had a fantastic texture and was dense in a great way. We found it to have a sharper cheese flavor, so just keep that in mind. Just goes to show that sometimes a particular person may love something while another dislikes it, or sometimes a dish can be fantastic one day and not so great the next. Things change a lot. Our Dish Then it was time for some pasta. We went with the Spaghetti and Meatballs, served with House-made Marinara, and garnished with Pecorino Romano Cheese and Parsley. This entree is priced at $24. Spaghetti and Meatballs — What Could Be More Classic? This was pretty good, but nothing special. It could be a great pick for picky eaters though. The meatballs weren’t spicy at all, so don’t be concerned there. They tasted pretty similar to the house-made Italian meatball from the appetizers section. Overall, it was good, but nothing outstanding and isn’t something we’d go out of our way to order again in the future. Pasta Time Finally, we ended our entree portion with the Oven-baked Chicken alla Parmigiana, which features a Breaded Chicken Breast with Marinara Sauce topped with Melted Mozzarella over Spaghetti. It’s priced at $26. When we last had this dish, we thought it was…good. We found the marinara sauce to be a bit too sweet and the chicken was very thick, which we didn’t love. But the breading was good and crispy in the right spots. Chicken Parm: Another Classic This time, however, another DFB reporter tried it and they had a different opinion! Our reporter who tried it this time said that the Chicken Parm was actually really good! They shared that it had a nice crunch (just like last time), but they really loved the HUGE, thick portion! They also felt like the chicken was cooked really well. Just goes to show you that things can totally differ depending on who tries it or who prepares it! While this wasn’t exactly one reporter’s cup of tea, another really enjoyed it. Where do you think you’d fall? Are You a Chicken Parm Fan? And finally, we ended our meal with dessert (of course!). We started with the Mini Cannoli Trio, priced at $10. This comes with an Orange Cream, a Caramel-Butterscotch, and a Traditional Cannoli with Chocolate Chips garnished with Chocolate Sauce and Powdered Sugar. These are newer offerings that got added to the menu around June of 2022. This was pretty good, but, unfortunately, the cannolis were smaller than we expected. When they say “mini,” they mean it! They’re…Small The butterscotch cannolo was good and had a strong butterscotch flavor. The pastry struck a nice balance between being soft and crunchy, which we really liked! The chocolate cannolo was good too, and we loved how there were chocolate pieces in the ricotta! Are You a Cannoli Fan? The next dessert we tried was the Cherry-Chocolate Cake, priced at $8.50. This is actually a plant-based chocolate cake served with a Morello Cherry-Pomegranate-Molasses Sauce. According to our plant-based eater, the cherry chocolate cake was ridiculously good! Despite being plant-based, everyone at the table (including eaters who eat dairy and other non-plant-based foods) was trying to grab a bite. It seemed like the most popular dessert at our table! Surprisingly Good! What we really enjoyed was that while it says it’s a cherry-chocolate cake, the fruits included weren’t just cherries. There were also pomegranates and other fruits that really added a strong tartness! The sauce drizzled on top was nice, and the cake itself was shockingly moist. We really think Disney did an amazing job of making a plant-based dessert that did not taste plant-based, and also provided a flavor combination that was a fun alternative to what you find all over the parks. This one was a total winner in our book — totally unique and delicious! YUM! Then it was time to try the Colors of Italy Cheesecake. This dessert is made with a Lemon Cheesecake layered with a Raspberry Marmalade and Olive Oil Cake topped with a Whipped Raspberry Panna Cotta and finished with a Raspberry-Basil Sauce garnished with Sparkle Fresh Raspberry halves. WHEW. That’s a lot of ingredients! You can get this cake for $8. The last time we had this, we REALLY liked it and found it to be deliciously light and refreshing. Beautiful! This time, the cake delivered on flavor once again, with some caveats. We found it to be very raspberry-forward, to the point where it was almost overwhelming. But if you’re a raspberry fan, you’ll probably LOVE that. The olive oil cake was absolutely delicious though. Unfortunately, the cheesecake had a bit of an off-texture. Our reporter shared that it coated their mouth and sort of stuck around even after they had swallowed it, so just be prepared for that. Aside from that texture issue, the cheesecake as a whole was very tasty and really pretty. The glitter on the raspberries was pretty fabulous, so it definitely gets points for presentation! So Pretty! Finally, we ordered Mama’s Cookies to Go, which is a newer offering (having been added in June of 2022). This is priced at $11.50 and comes with an assorted box of Cookies and Biscotti including a Lemon Crinkle Cookie, Pine Nut Cookie, Butter Cookie with Nonpareils, and Double Chocolate-Almond Biscotti. Our Cookies The cookies were actually really fun, especially since they came all packed up in a box. These are classic and felt pretty authentic. The texture and flavor of these cookies were great and we loved that they were able to be taken with us on the go. If you’re looking for something sweet to munch on as you walk around the parks, this could be a good option. Cookies And that’s it for our meal at Mama Melrose’s! Let’s go over some final thoughts. Nosh or Not Head to Mama Melrose’s if: You’re looking for classic, standard Italian eats You’re looking for a sit-down, indoor, air-conditioned dining spot in Hollywood Studios You want some AWESOME plant-based cheese sauce and a fantastic plant-based dessert SKIP Mama Melrose’s if: You are looking for especially cheap eats You want food that is going to BLOW YOU AWAY 100% of the time You want unique food you can’t get anywhere else Overall In the past, we’ve pondered whether Mama Melrose’s is essentially the Olive Garden for Disney World. In some ways, it can be. The chicken parm, spaghetti and meatballs, and some of the other dishes we had were pretty standard Italian fare and were good, but might not blow your mind. Other things, however, were a bit more unique and delicious. The plant-based sauce with the Cauliflower dish and the plant-based cherry-chocolate cake were especially delicious, according to our plant-based eater. The interesting thing here is that some dishes can truly be hit or miss. One of our reporters found the minestrone soup they had on a previous visit to just be okay, while a reporter on this most recent trip said that it was very flavorful. The same happened with the Chicken Parm — certain aspects of it did not appeal to our previous reporter, but our reporter on this trip really liked it. Desserts This could be due to changes in the dish itself (where it’s prepared especially well one day and prepared differently another day), or simply due to the preferences of our own reporters. But it’s something to keep in mind. What we loved (or didn’t) might not end up being what you enjoy. And things could change from visit to visit. Overall, Mama Melrose continues to deliver good, standard Italian fare in a fun environment, with a few stand-out dishes. Is it the restaurant you’ll be talking about for months after your trip? Maybe not. But will it fill you up, leave you satisfied, and maybe even surprise you with a few especially good dishes? Probably! Mama Melrose’s What do you think? Do you absolutely love Mama Melrose’s? Would you want to try it on your next trip? Let us know in the comments! And stay tuned for more reviews. Click here to see our full review of the lunch menu at the NEW BoardWalk Deli Need Disney Restaurant Advice? 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To ensure we are equipping our readers with all the information they need, we will continue to report on all travel, safety, and COVID-related news that could impact a Disney Parks visit. Slowly but surely, more and more COVID-related travel restrictions are being lifted. Disney Wish The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention ended its cruise ship monitoring program, and many of the major cruise lines have modified or scrapped their testing protocols altogether. Now, it looks like you may have to jump through fewer hoops when it comes to COVID testing to finally set sail on that Disney cruise you’ve been planning. We’re sharing everything you need to know about the Disney Cruise Line COVID-19 testing changes. Disney Cruise Line has updated its COVID-19 testing policy yet again, after recently announcing that only guests 12 and older were required to be fully vaccinated against the virus at the time of sailing. Disney Wish Now, starting on September 23rd, 2022, fully vaccinated guests sailing on the Disney Dream, Fantasy, Wish, and Wonder are no longer required to participate in COVID-19 testing in order to sail. For the Disney Magic, this change will begin on November 7th, 2022. Boarding a Disney Cruise Ship Guests who are not fully vaccinated will still need to provide proof of negative test taken 1 to 3 days prior to sailing — but won’t be required to take a second test at the terminal on embarkation day. Disney Wish This change may make it just a bit easier for you to set sail on your Disney cruise — but be sure to check the Disney Cruise Line website for information about your particular cruise before heading to the terminal. Don’t forget to stay tuned to DFB for the latest cruise news and more! Check Out EVERY Major Cruise Line’s COVID Policies HERE Looking for more Disney cruise news? Find out how character meet and greets on the ships have changed here, and here’s a full list of everything you can’t bring on your cruise. You can also see the BEST times to book a Disney cruise here. Thanks to our friend Sue with Small World Vacations for letting us know about this change! If you’re thinking about planning a Disney vacation, consider checking out a Disney Travel Agent like our friends at Small World Vacations. They can help you plan from start to finish and make sure you’re getting the best deals. Our favorite people over at Small World Vacations are ready to help you save time, headaches, and best of all, money, when you book your Disney trip or cruise. Their agents compare current offers to find the best deal for you -- they've literally saved their guests millions of dollars since 1996. Plus, their services are 100% FREE FOR YOU! (They're DFB's recommended travel agency, and you can see why here!) So book that trip now, then sit back and enjoy planning your Disney World Trip with a DFB-approved expert! Click here for a no obligation price quote today, and let them know DFB sent you http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/customemailexample.jpg Does this news impact your travel plans? Let us know in the comments! The post NEWS: COVID-19 Testing Policy Is CHANGING for the Disney Cruise Line first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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Whether you’re already a Disney-planning pro OR you’re about to go on your first-ever Disney World vacay, we’re here to help you out! We’re about to show you how to make the HARD side of Disney World planning WAY easier (And WAY less stressful). Check out our video below to find the answer to the question, Does Disney World HAVE to Be This HARD? Are you a DFB Video subscriber? If you hit the button below, you can subscribe to our channel and catch up on ALL of our latest episodes! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What are your best Disney World planning tips? Let us know in the comments. The post DFB Video: Does Disney World HAVE to Be This HARD? first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Believe it or not, but we’re already well into the second half of 2022, so it’s time to look ahead to next year! Magic Kingdom Sure, there’s still a lot to enjoy this year in Disney World — EPCOT’s Food and Wine Festival, Halloween, Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party — but, it’s usually a good idea to start planning as early as you can when it comes to Disney World. The parks are still requiring guests to make a Park Pass Reservation in order to get into the parks (in addition to buying a ticket!), and these reservations CAN book completely up for popular dates. So, we’re going to break down the 2023 dates you should book Disney World Park Pass Reservations for NOW! Major Holidays Obviously, major holidays are pretty busy in Disney World! A lot of people have vacation time to use, so they go to the parks. And, there are also usually some fun festivities happening that creates an even higher demand. We usually see very high crowds on and around major holidays and the parks are known to book up completely sometimes. Disney Enchantment during the holidays in 2021 The holidays we’d advise you book passes for soon are Easter, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Eve and Day. Keep in mind that the days surrounding these holidays are also very busy, so you should book those too. Halloween in Disney World There are also other long weekends you should look out for like Martin Luther King Jr. day/weekend (January 13th-16th, 2023), President’s Day/weekend (February 17th-20th, 2023), and Columbus/Indigenous Peoples Day/weekend (October 6th-9th, 2023). What to Do If You Can’t Get the Disney World Hotel Reservation You Wanted Disney Holidays The other type of holidays you should book Park Passes for well in advance are Disney holidays! These aren’t officially recognized holidays — they’re holidays just for things happening within the Disney universe. The biggest date you should be aware of is October 16th, 2023. This is the 100th Anniversary of The Walt Disney Company, and there are sure to be some major celebrations happening in the parks! ©Disney Another important date when it comes to Disney is May the Fourth. This is a big holiday for Star Wars fans and Disney usually celebrates with things like special food items or merchandise. We’d say that getting a Park Pass Reservation for Hollywood Studios would be the most important one to grab since that’s where the majority of Star Wars stuff is located in the parks. Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Finally, there are some important birthdays happening next year, too! On April 2nd, Chip ‘n’ Dale are turning 80-years-old, so we’re sure there will be some kind of special festivities happening on that day. But, the bigger day will probably be on November 18th for Mickey and Minnie’s 95th birthday! That’s a big one for the mice, and if their 90th birthday celebrations were any indication, there will definitely be more celebrations happening in the parks. 5 Ways to Save $1,000 on Your Disney Trip (Really!) EPCOT Festival Opening Weekends EPCOT Festivals are a big deal in Disney World, so the opening day of a festival is usually packed with people. Everyone is trying to get their hands on that FOOD! A lot of people will book trips for the start of a festival, so Park Passes can book up fast for EPCOT on opening day and the days surrounding it. Usually the weekends book up because the festivals start toward the end of the week, so people will go away for a long weekend. 2022 EPCOT Food and Wine Festival We don’t know all of the dates for the 2023 EPCOT Festivals yet, but in 2022, the EPCOT Festival of the Arts took place from January 14th through February 21st, 2022, EPCOT’s Flower and Garden Festival went from March 2nd through July 4th, EPCOT’s Food and Wine Festival is running from July 14th through November 19th, and EPCOT’s Festival of the Holidays is starting on November 25th, typically running to December 30th. You can expect the 2023 festivals to follow a similar calendar pattern. EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival 2022 Also note that the LAST weekends of a festival can sometimes be popular times to visit as well since it’s the last chance for people to experience the festival offerings. Click here to see what you should eat at EPCOT’s Food and Wine Festival! Spring Break Spring Break is a SUPER popular time for people to visit Disney World! Kids from elementary school through college have time off and a lot of families choose to spend their time in the parks. It’s hard to pin down exact dates for the passes you should book during Spring Break, since there is a pretty wide window, but we’d typically suggest not waiting on dates from early March to mid-April. Magic Kingdom Spring Break Crowds 2022 Some Spring Breaks include Easter in the week, but there are also schools that have a Spring Break AND an Easter Break, so it’s safe to put the end of the Spring Break window a little bit after Easter (which is on April 9th in 2023). We’ve seen VERY big crowds for Spring Break in the parks, with high wait times and even hotel availability booking up fast, so we wouldn’t wait on booking Park Passes during this time if you’re planning a trip. 7 TERRIBLE Things We Recommend in Disney World runDisney Race Weekends Multiple times throughout the year, Disney World hosts runDisney race weekends. There are several different events and they bring out a ton of people — the people running in the race along with their friends and families. The races start before the parks open, but a lot of times, runners will go to the parks after their races. The good thing is, we already know when a lot of the races will be in 2023! runDisney The Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend takes place from January 4th-8th, 2023 and is the most popular race weekend. This is the BIG one, so expect a lot of people in the parks after the races. The Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend will be from February 23rd-26th, 2022, and the Springtime Surprise Weekend is happening from April 13th-16th. Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend 2022 There will also likely be the return of the Wine and Dine Half Marathon Weekend, but we do not have the dates for 2023 yet. Note that the race weekend is taking place in early November of 2022, so we will probably see the same thing happen in 2023. Click here to learn more about runDisney events! Dapper Days Have you ever seen a bunch of people unusually dressed up in vintage clothing in the Disney World parks? Then you’ve probably been there on Dapper Day! This is not an official Disney event, but more of a holiday in the Disney community, so a ton of people will dress in their best and visit the parks. Dapper Day Group in Hollywood Studios There are usually 2 Dapper Days in the spring and 2 Dapper Days in the fall. We only have the spring dates for 2023 so far, but we’ll let you know about the other dates as soon as they’re announced! April 29th and 30th, 2023 is when Dapper Day will take place in Disney World. Click here to check out some of the awesome outfits from the most recent Dapper Days! Gay Days Gay Days is another non-Disney sponsored festival that brings a lot of people to the parks! Members of the LGBTQ+ community visit the parks along with there families, friends, and allies. During the festival, participants will usually have an indicated Disney park to visit each day. Pride in Animal Kingdom 2022 In 2023, Gay Days will take place from May 31st to June 5th! We don’t have the schedule of which park will be visited on each day yet, but we’ll let you know when it’s announced. But, if you’re visiting Disney World during these dates, you’ll definitely want to book your Park Pass Reservations soon! This is also right after Memorial Day Weekend, so the parks could already be busy. Click here to see details from Gay Days 2022! Cheerleading & Dance Competition Weekends Cheerleading and dance competitions happen at Disney World’s ESPN Wide World of Sports multiple times throughout the year, and they can bring out a LOT of people to the parks. A lot of teams will visit the parks in between competing, along with their families and friends. We’re talking thousands of people, y’all! ESPN Wide World of Sports Here are some weekends to be aware of: UCA/UDA National College Cheerleading and Dance Team National Championship — January 13th-15th, 2023 UDA National Dance Team Championship — February 3rd-5th, 2023 UCA National High School Cheerleading Championship — February 10th-12th, 2023 The Quest — Recreational Cheerleading Championship — March 10th-11th, 2023 UCA International All Star Championship — March 11th-12th, 2023 ICU World Cheerleading Championship — April 19th-April 21st, 2023 The Cheerleading Worlds — April 21st-24th, 2023 The Summit — All Star Championship — April 27th-30th, 2023 The Dance Summit — All Star Championship — April 28th-30th, 2023 The D2 Summit — All Star Championship — May 5th-7th, 2023 Hotels can get booked up quick for these dates to accommodate all of the people involved with the competition, as can Park Pass Reservations, so don’t wait to book if you’re planning on being in Disney World during this time! Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort is where a lot of teams stay for these competitions So, those are the important dates and times that you should go ahead and book your Park Pass Reservations for now if you can! Remember, you have to have both a park ticket and a Park Pass Reservation to get into the parks. Disney World also just made some major changes to how you can book park passes, which you can read about right here. Since these can get booked up, it’s better to have a Park Pass Reservation booked for a park you didn’t necessarily want to visit that day than to not have a reservation at all. You can continue to check to see if more availability is added, or use a Park Hopper ticket to get to the park you want to visit after 2PM. Disney’s Hollywood Studios Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney World planning tips and tricks! 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! 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Halloween is already in full swing at Disney World, with decorations, snacks, and Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. But what about DisneyLAND? When will Halloween get to Disneyland? Don’t worry — Disneyland is getting plenty spooky for the season as well! Oogie Boogie Bash is returning this year, and it’s proving to be popular once again as all the party dates have already sold out. We’ve spotted some decorations up in the parks, too. Now, we have even bigger news about Halloween in Disneyland — check out all the spooky snacks and treats coming to the parks for the season! Disney has finally announced all the new and returning treats coming to its parks and resorts this year! The Halloween season runs from September 2nd through October 31st in Disneyland, so look for these treats to be available then (except where otherwise noted below). Check out the goodies below: Disneyland Park Alien Pizza Planet Available September 2nd through November 10th; Mobile order available Supernova Pizza Special: Spicy blush sauce, Italian sausage, classic and crispy cupped pepperoni, mozzarella, pepper jack, red pepper flakes, and Fresno chiles Vampire Alien Macaron filled with blackberry buttercream and lemon curd Carnation Café Available August 31st through November 10th Spicy Chicken Sandwich: Hand-breaded fried chicken breast tossed in spicy chili sauce with pepper jack and mustard slaw on a brioche bun ©Disney French Market Restaurant Available September 2nd through November 10th; Mobile order available Halloween Cake: Purple-colored vanilla sponge, raspberry mousse, fresh raspberries, and candied cocoa nibs (New) ©Disney Galactic Grill Available September 2nd through November 10th; Mobile order available Oktoberfest-inspired Burger: Angus beef patty, bratwurst, grilled peppers and onions, sauerkraut, and house-made mustard cheese on a pretzel bun (New) Darth by Chocolate: Layers of chocolate pudding, red velvet sponge, chocolate mousse, and crushed chocolate creme-filled cookies Blood Orange Slush with a swirl of raspberry sauce (Non-alcoholic) Darth By Chocolate Parfait Gibson Girl Ice Cream Parlor Available September 2nd through November 10th; Mobile order available Rocky Road Halloween Sundae: Rocky road waffle bowl, rocky road ice cream, marshmallow cream, hot fudge, and whipped cream topped with sprinkles (New) ©Disney Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe Available September 2nd through November 10th; Mobile order available Pumpkin Cheesecake: Classic pumpkin cheesecake decorated with a chocolate spider web and spiced Chantilly (New) Mickey Bat Cookie: Citrus shortbread bat cookie dipped in dark chocolate with a vampire Mickey face Mickey Bat Cookies | 2014 Market House Available September 2nd through November 10th Mickey Bat Cookie: Citrus shortbread bat cookie dipped in dark chocolate with a vampire Mickey face Mint Julep Bar Available September 2nd through November 10th; Mobile order available Pumpkin-spiced Mickey-shaped Beignets rolled in pumpkin-spiced sugar Pumpkin Beignet at Mint Julep Bar Plaza Inn Monster Halloween Cake: Devil’s Food cake, colorful white chocolate mousse and buttercream (Available September 2nd through November 10th) Classic Pumpkin Pie: Classic pumpkin pie with spiced Chantilly (Available September 2nd through November 30th) Monster Cake Red Rose Taverne Mobile order available Grave Stuff: Traditional grey stuff topped with chocolate tombstone and Halloween sprinkles (New) (Available September 2nd through October 31st) Mickey Bat Cookie: Citrus shortbread bat cookie dipped in dark chocolate with a vampire Mickey face (Available September 2nd through November 10th) Pumpkin Cold Brew: Cold brew flavored with pumpkin, vanilla, and spices topped with whipped cream (Non-alcoholic) (New) (Available September 2nd through November 10th) Refreshment Corner Available September 2nd through November 10th; Mobile order available Spicy Firefly Chips: Spicy corn chips topped with chili, cheese, and jalapeños (New) ©Disney Stage Door Café Available September 2nd through November 10th Pumpkin Spice Funnel Cake: Pumpkin spice-dusted funnel cake with spiced caramel drizzle, toffee bits, whipped cream, and chocolate curls ©Disney Fantasyland Churro Cart Available September 2 through November 10 Pumpkin Pie Dip (New) Frontierland Churro Cart Available September 2 through November 10 Spicy Chocolate Churro: Cinnamon-dusted chocolate churro with a spicy cocoa dipping sauce New Orleans Square Churro Cart Available September 2 through November 10 Pistachio-Cherry Churro: Cinnamon churro rolled in pistachio and sour cherry sugars and served with a side of ghost pepper grape sauce (New) Tomorrowland Churro Cart Available September 2 through November 10 Pumpkin Spice Churro rolled in pumpkin spice flavored sugar (New) Tomorrowland Pretzel Cart Available September 2 through November 10 Toffee Pretzel: Cream cheese-filled pretzel sprinkled with toffee sugar Sugarrrr Town Square and Sleeping Beauty Castle Churro Carts Available September 2nd through November 10th Chocolate Cookie Crumble Churro with creamy peanut butter-vanilla dipping sauce (New) Available at Various Locations Throughout Disneyland Park COMING SOON Donald Candy Corn Sipper (New): Available at the following: Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe Little Red Wagon Fantasyland and “it’s a small world” Churro Carts Hungry Bear Harbour Galley Tomorrowland Fruit Cart Rancho del Zocalo Red Rose Taverne Stage Door Café The Golden Horseshoe Mickey Mummy Glow-in-the-Dark Premium Bucket (New): Available at the following: Ice Cream Carts Popcorn Carts in Town Square, near Sleeping Beauty Castle, “it’s a small world,” Fantasyland, Tomorrowland, Frontierland, and New Orleans Square Zero Light-Up Premium Bucket (New): Available at the following: Ice Cream Carts New Orleans Square Popcorn Carts ©Disney Disney California Adventure Park Award Wieners Available September 2nd through October 31st; Mobile order available Footlong Spicy Pulled Pork Dog: Sweet & spicy pulled pork with a fiery tropical chutney served on a toasted bun (New) Oogie Boogie Funnel Cake Fries dusted with crushed chocolate creme-filled cookies and topped with whipped cream, cookie pieces, gummy candies, and chocolate candies Halloween Funnel Cake Fries Cocina Cucamonga Mexican Grill Available September 2nd through November 10th; Mobile order available Hibiscus Sangria: Red sangria, cinnamon-spiced hibiscus agua fresca, and fresh fruit with a candied hibiscus rim ©Disney Cozy Cone Available September 2nd through October 31st; Mobile order available Spicy Mac & Cheese Cone: Pasta with spicy red pepper cheese sauce topped with chili-cheese puffs Fruity Sugar Churro: Churro tossed in fruity cereal sugar, topped with a purple and green glaze ©Disney Clarabelle’s Hand-Scooped Ice Cream Available September 2nd through November 10th; Mobile order available Cereal Sundae: Vanilla and strawberry ice cream, berry compote, mixed cereal, and whipped cream served in a waffle cup and topped with fruity cereal (New) Chocolate Brownie Sundae: Fudge brownie, rocky road ice cream, hot fudge, and a hard chocolate shell served in a chocolate-dipped waffle cup and topped with white chocolate chips (New) Hard Apple Float: Hard apple cider and apple sorbet drizzled with caramel sauce (New) Pumpkin Pie Hard Float: Hard pumpkin chai cider, vanilla ice cream, and a spiced pie crust cookie (New) ©Disney Fairfax Fruit Market Available September 2nd through November 10th Blood Orange Lemonade: Blood orange agua fresca with lemonade (Non-alcoholic) (New) Fiddler, Fifer & Practical Café Available September 2nd through November 10th Oogie Boogie Worms and Dirt Cake: Chocolate cake filled with raspberry jam topped with mocha mousse, chocolate cookie, candy worms, and chocolate décor Flo’s V8 Cafe Available September 2nd through October 31st; Mobile order available Spicy Chicken and Fries: Steak fries drizzled with ranch dressing topped with chicken tenders tossed in mango-habanero sauce and finished with green onions ©Disney Hollywood Lounge Available September 2nd through November 10th; Mobile order available Stone Delicious IPA Michelada with chile-lime seasoning and lime (New) Ghost Pepper Michelada: Tomato-based michelada with ghost pepper syrup and Mala Suerte Mexican Dark Lager (New) Modelo Especial Ghost Pepper Michelada with ghost pepper syrup, chile-lime seasoning, and lime (New) Blue Rum Cocktail: Rum and orange liqueur with lemon-lime and cherry flavors (New) Cranberry Sangria: Sangria and orange liqueur with cranberry juice (New) Prickly Pear Vodka Cocktail: Vodka and prickly pear syrup mixed with lemon-lime and topped with a glow cube (New) ©Disney Jack-Jack Cookie Num Nums Available September 2nd through October 31st Jack-Jack Shortbread Cookie: Shortbread cookie dipped in chocolate with a Jack-Jack chocolate piece (New) ©Disney Lamplight Lounge – Boardwalk Dining Mobile Walk-up Waiting List available Ghost Pepper Nachos: Charred ghost pepper-marinated chicken, smoky ghost pepper cheese sauce, black bean purée, avocado tomatillo salsa, and seasoned tomatoes (New) (Available September 2nd through October 31st) Chile-Ginger Pork Belly Sliders: Chili-ginger-glazed crispy pork belly and Asian slaw on baguette buns (New) (Available September 2nd through October 31st) Cucumber-Tamarind Cocktail: Patron Silver Tequila, cucumber simple syrup, tamarind simple syrup, and fresh lime juice garnished with a marigold (New) (Available September 2nd through November 10th) ©Disney Lamplight Lounge Available September 2nd through November 10th Pumpkin-spiced Donuts: Warm fluffy donuts tossed in pumpkin-spiced sugar served with orange cream cheese dip and hot buttered rum sauce (New) One Last Toast: Patron Silver Tequila, cucumber simple syrup, tamarind simple syrup, and fresh lime juice garnished with a marigold (New) Mortimer’s Market Available September 2 through November 10 Vampire Mickey-shaped Sourdough Mickey Fang Bread Pacific Wharf Café Mobile order available Pastrami Sandwich: Ghost pepper cheese sauce and house-made sauerkraut on a toasted French roll (New) (Available September 2nd through November 10th) Chocolate-Espresso Bread Pudding with crème anglaise, whipped topping, gummy eyeball, and toasted pecans (New) (Available through November 10th) ©Disney Pacific Wharf Cappuccino Cart Available September 2nd through November 10th; Mobile order available Pumpkin Bundt Cake: Pumpkin-flavored cake filled with dulce de leche and cream cheese frosting finished with chocolate stem and mousse leaf (New) Pumpkin-spiced Horchata Cold Brew: Creamy blend of cold brew, pumpkin-spiced rice, and cinnamon beverage (Non-alcoholic) (New) Pumpkin-spiced Horchata Cold Brew with Irish whiskey (New) ©Disney Pym Tasting Lab Available September 2nd through November 10th; Mobile order available Snack Molecules: Flavored popcorn, mini pretzels, honey-roasted peanuts, and popped sorghum with mini peanut butter candies (New) Pym Test Kitchen Available September 2nd through November 10th; Mobile order available Butter Pecan Cold Brew: Butter pecan-flavored cold brew topped with candied pecans (Non-alcoholic) (New) ©Disney Schmoozies! Available September 2nd through October 31st; Mobile order available Minnie Witch Shake: Mint-chocolate chip shake with whipped topping and chocolate creme-filled cookie ears (Non-alcoholic) Blood Orange Shake with whipped topping and strawberry sauce (Non-alcoholic) (New) Witch Minnie Shake Smokejumpers Grill Mobile order available Green Chile Double Burger: Two angus beef patties, roasted green chile salsa, and purple cabbage slaw served with poblano cheese dipping sauce (New) (Available September 2nd through November 1st) Mint Shake topped with whipped cream, chocolate cookie crumbles, gummy body parts, and a chocolate-covered snack cake (Non-alcoholic) (New) (Available September 2nd through November 10th) Cranberry-grape Punch: Cranberry and grape juices, ginger ale, blackberry syrup, blackberry purée, and orange flavor-filled boba (Non-alcoholic) (New) (Available September 2nd through November 10th) Cranberry-grape Cocktail: Black vodka, cranberry and grape juices, ginger ale, blackberry syrup, blackberry purée, and orange flavor-filled boba (New) (Available September 2nd through November 10th) ©Disney Studio Catering Co. Available September 2nd through November 10th; Mobile order available Ghost Pepper Potato Bites with ghost pepper cheese sauce, smoky bacon, and pickled jalapeños Buena Vista Churro Cart Available September 2nd through November 10th Pumpkin Spice Churro rolled in pumpkin spice flavored sugar (New) Grizzly Peak Churro Cart Available September 2nd through November 10th Peanut Candy Churro rolled in peanut powder, sugar, and crushed peanuts drizzled with peanut butter sauce (New) Hollywood Churro Cart Available September 2nd through November 10th; Mobile order available Sour Candy Churro: Sour sugar-dusted churro topped with sweet watermelon icing (New) ©Disney Available at Various Locations Throughout Disney California Adventure Park COMING SOON Donald Candy Corn Sipper (New): Available at the following: Award Wieners Boardwalk Pizza and Pasta Chiller Cart in Pixar Pier Clarabelle’s Hand-Scooped Ice Cream Corn Dog Castle Hollywood Churro Cart Pacific Wharf Café Paradise Garden Grill Smokejumpers Grill Zero Light-Up Premium Bucket (New): Available at the following: Popcorn Carts in Buena Vista, Grizzly Peak, and Pixar Pier Disneyland Hotel Coffee House Available September 2nd through November 2nd; Mobile order available Halloween Seasonal Cupcake: Choice of vanilla or chocolate cupcake ©Disney Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar Available September 2nd through November 2nd Bitter Daiquiri: El Dorado 15 Year Rum, Batavia Arrack, Giffard Banana, pineapple juice, Jerry Thomas Bitters, and mint, garnished with orchid, pineapple wedge, and lime wheel (New) Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa GCH Craftsman Grill Available September 2nd through October 31st; Mobile order available Halloween Pumpkin Donut: Cake donut dipped in orange-colored white chocolate Mickey Mummy Donut: Black and white decorated cake donut Jack Skellington Cupcake (New) ©Disney Hearthstone Lounge Halloween Cocktail: Hanson of Sonoma Vodka, Luxardo Apricot, lemon juice, Orgeat Syrup, Peychaud Bitters, and Dr. Adam’s Teapot Bitters garnished with an orange wheel (New) (Available October 1st through November 1st) Dia de los Muertos Cocktail: Codigo Reposado Tequila, chambord, Dolin Dry Vermouth, Camparí, Angostura Bitters, and Dr. Adam’s Spanish Bitters garnished with a lemon twist (New) (Available September 2nd through October 31st) GCH Holiday Cart Available September 2nd through October 31st Poison Apple Cookie: Vanilla sugar cookie with white chocolate Mickey Jack Skellington Cookie: Vanilla sugar cookie with white chocolate Oogie Boogie Cookie: Caramel apple cookie filled with caramel (New) Hocus Pocus Cookie: Vanilla sugar cookie dipped in white chocolate (New) Gingerbread Zombie Cookie: Gingerbread cookie with white chocolate (New) Halloween Cookie Box: Pumpkin Mickey sugar cookies, raspberry filled cookies, and chocolate chip cookies with chocolate candies (New) Sanderson Sisters Crisped Rice Treat: Crisped cereal treat dipped in white chocolate (New) Spooky Pretzel Sticks: Pretzel rods dipped in white chocolate (New) Oogie Boogie Crisped Rice Treat: Crisped cereal treat dipped in white chocolate (New) Waffle Shot with Milk: Cup-shaped waffle lined with chocolate with choice of milk, low fat milk, strawberry, or chocolate milk (Non-alcoholic) (New) Waffle Shot with Liqueur: Cup-shaped waffled lined with chocolate with choice of Baileys, Grand Marnier, Captain Morgan, Jameson, or Rumchata (New) Halloween Hot Chocolate: Hot chocolate with choice of Baileys, Grand Marnier, Captain Morgan, Jameson, or Rumchata ©Disney Downtown Disney District Ballast Point Brewing Co. Available while supplies last starting October 1st Pumpkin Down Float: Scottish ale with hints of caramel, toffee, and a boatload of roasted pumpkin topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, pumpkin spice whipped cream, ginger snap crumbs, and a dulce de leche caramel sauce California Churro Available October 24th through 31st Spooky Churro: A delicious churro rolled in cinnamon sugar, drizzled with peanut butter and chocolate sauce, and topped with peanut butter candy pieces ©Disney Kayla’s Cake Available September 2 through 31 Mummy Macarons with cookie and cream buttercream Pumpkin Cheesecake Macaroons with white chocolate pumpkin ganache ©Disney La Brea Bakery Café Kids Monster Pancakes: One orange and one green monster faced pancake with gummy worms and candy corn (New) (Available October 31st only) The Midnight Painkiller Hard Kombucha: A tiki cocktail with pineapple, coconut, orange, and nutmeg Ghoul’s Grog: Goslings Dark Rum and Goslings 151 with pineapple, orange, and grenadine (New) Marceline’s Confectionery Available September 6th through October 31st Mickey Pumpkin Apple: Green Granny Smith apple dipped in caramel with marshmallow ears enrobed in orange-white chocolate and green, white chocolate leaf (New) Minnie Witch Apple: Green Granny Smith apple dipped in caramel with marshmallow ears enrobed in milk chocolate and embellished with a purple skirt, orange chocolate dots, and white chocolate with hat Mickey Sorcerer Apple: Green Granny Smith apple dipped in caramel with marshmallow ears enrobed in milk chocolate and embellished with a red sugar robe, yellow sugar bow, and white chocolate sorcerer hat Skull Apple: Green Granny Smith apple dipped in caramel with marshmallow ears enrobed in red, white chocolate and green, white chocolate skull face Mickey Mummy Marshmallow Pop: Mickey-shaped marshmallow pop covered in vanilla chocolate with dark chocolate eyes (New) Halloween Marshmallow Wand: Marshmallows on a stick dipped in caramel, enrobed in milk chocolate, and drizzled with orange and purple, white chocolate Minnie Cake Pop with Orange Bow: Chocolate cake pop and chocolate ears enrobed in milk chocolate and embellished with a white chocolate orange bow (New) Dirt & Worms Cake Pop: Chocolate cake pop enrobed in milk chocolate, sprinkled with cookie crumbs, and embellished with a gummy worm (New) Mickey Peanut Butter Rice Cereal: Mickey-shaped crisped rice treat dipped in peanut butter milk chocolate and covered in peanut butter candy Mickey Spider Web Rice Cereal Treat: Mickey-shaped crisped rice treat dipped in orange, white chocolate with a black dark chocolate web Oogie Boogie Rice Cereal Treat: Crisped rice treat dipped in green, white chocolate and embellished with a black dark chocolate face ©Disney Naples Ristorante e Bar Available September 2nd through October 31st Spookychino: Naples famous cappuccino with edible scary spiders and insects (Non-alcoholic) Ralph Brennan’s Jazz Kitchen Available September 26 through October 31 Candy Corn Cream Soda: Monin Candy Corn Syrup, vanilla, soda, and a splash of cream garnished with candy corns (Non-alcoholic) (New) Candy Corn Cream Cocktail with Pinnacle Cake Vodka (New) Sprinkles Available October 17th through 31st Peanut Butter Cup: Chocolate cake filled and topped with peanut butter frosting ladled with chocolate ganache and finished off with mounds of mini peanut butter cups Tortilla Jo’s Available September 2 through October 31 Ghostly Brew: Mi Campo Tequila Blanco, agave nectar, black activated charcoal, and refreshing cucumber organic margarita mix (New) Uva Bar & Cafe Available September 2 through October 31 Bootini: Galliano, Absolut Mandarin, white chocolate, and cream garnished with blueberries (New) Oogie Boogie Bash Treats If you’ll be heading to Oogie Boogie Bash, there will also be a few special treats at the event, including: Loaded Buffalo Chicken Fries at Flo’s V8 Cafe Strawberry-flavored Pain Churro Raspberry-flavored Panic Churro Mistress of Evil Chocolate Cake from Wine Country Trattoria ©Disney WHEW. That is a LOT of food, drinks, and souvenirs! We’ll be keeping an eye out for more Disneyland Halloween news and we’ll let you know what we find. Curious to know more about Oogie Boogie Bash at Disneyland Resort. Well, Oogie Boogie Bash features the famous Oogie Boogie from The Nightmare Before Christmas as your host. Party goers can wear costumes, go trick or treating, visit with Disney Villains, watch the Frightfully Fun Parade, and more! We’ll be there on the first night to bring you all the updates from this year’s event, so stay tuned with DFB for the latest news. Disneyland has teased NEW villains will be at this year’s Bash. Learn more here!  Want to Learn More About Disneyland? Check Out the Links Below! 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