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Marvel’s newest blockbuster, Thor: Love and Thunder is in theaters now! ©Marvel A new character from the movie is already in Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure, you can get toys inspired by the movie in your McDonalds Happy Meal, and Disneyland Magic Keyholders can get a special deal at the movie theater. Not enough Thor for you? You can now get this exclusive collectible at your local movie theater! This Thor Hammer Popcorn Bucket is now at AMC Theaters! You can eat popcorn out of Mjolnir while you enjoy the movie. The bucket is only available at select movie theaters, and you can check out a list of all of the participating locations here! ©AMC Theaters If you don’t see your theater on the list, then not to worry! You can also get the Thor Hammer Popcorn Bucket online. It’s only available for preorder, and they won’t ship until the fall, but you can still get your hands on a souvenir from Marvel’s newest hit movie. We’re no strangers to hard-to-get popcorn buckets. We all remember what happened with the Figment Popcorn Bucket at the Festival of the Arts earlier this year. Make sure you get this bucket before it’s too late! Hopefully without the 6 hour wait! Figment says ‘hello!’ We’ve also seen exclusive movie theater souvenirs for Lightyear, as well as some Christmas in July popcorn buckets in Disney World. We also recently checked out this Avengers themed bar that every Marvel fan has to try. Stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney updates! Click here to see how you can win a FREE Thor-themed Xbox! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Have you seen Thor: Love and Thunder yet? Let us know in the comments! The post How to Get an EXCLUSIVE Thor Hammer Popcorn Bucket! 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. Amazon Prime Day is almost here and you don’t want to miss out on any of the additional offers you might be eligible for! ©Amazon On July 12th and 13th, Amazon Prime Day will introduce big savings throughout Amazon, and Amazon Prime Members can save even more with special offers. Find out everything you might want to take advantage of right here! Anyone can shop on Amazon Prime Day but only Amazon Prime Day Members get early deals and exclusive offers! You can become an Amazon Prime Member by joining for $139 annually or $14.99 per month, and students with a .edu email address can get a 6-month free trial followed by paying $7.49 per month or $69 per year. If you use eligible government assistance programs, you can pay $6.99 per month! ©Amazon So, how can you save big? Are there coupons or other things you should take advantage of? We have ALL the details for you below! To start, Prime Member Coupons are currently available! You can already save on home and kitchen items, clothing and accessories, beauty products, toys and games, sports and outdoors, pet supplies, automotive and tools, and more. ©Amazon You must be an Amazon Prime Member to access these savings, but as you can see there’s a variety of savings types available, from 5% off all the way to $10 off. All you have to do is “clip the coupon” on the item you want (or as many as you want!), and you can then add it to your cart where the offer is automatically applied. ©Amazon ONLY Amazon Prime Members can access this page, so if this sounds like a good way to save some money, you might want to consider joining! Click here to see available Prime Member Coupons! If you haven’t seen Disney and Pixar’s Lightyear yet, you can earn a $5 Prime Day credit if you buy a movie ticket or eligible Lightyear merchandise! If you do both options, you can earn $10. ©Amazon This offer is only eligible to Amazon Prime Members and it’s limited to one customer per account. All you have to do is purchase the ticket or merch through Amazon’s promo page and then you can earn up to $10 in credits to use on July 12th and 13th! Read more about the Lightyear Amazon Prime Day offer here! There are additional ways to unlock Prime Day credits too! In fact, Amazon Prime Members have the opportunity to earn over $40 in Prime Day credits to use during Prime Day (July 12th and 13th). ©Amazon There are a few ways to do this, but basically, you can browse existing offers, buy eligible items, and earn credits to be used on Prime Day. ©Amazon Some of these offers are limited to first come first serve (like the P&G offer below that has been fully claimed), so it could be a good idea to stay up-to-date on current offers. ©Amazon Like with Lightyear, you can earn a $5 Prime Day credit by purchasing tickets to Elvis, and if you check out with Affirm during Prime Day, you can earn a $25 Amazon credit if you spend over $100. ©Amazon Like the other offers, only Amazon Prime Members have access to this page, so make sure you’re logged into your account to take advantage of these offers! Visit the Prime Day credit page here! Another fun way to celebrate Prime Day is through the Stampcard Challenge! You need to be an Amazon Prime Member to qualify, you must collect “four stamps,” and then you earn a $10 credit. ©Amazon Participation is eligible from June 16th to July 13th, and the four stamps you must complete include buying a Prime-eligible item, streaming a show on Prime Video, listening to a song on Amazon Music Prime, and borrowing an eBook on Prime Reading. ©Amazon Aside from purchasing something eligible for Prime, the rest of the stamps are fairly easy to achieve (and free!) and you can earn $10 to spend on Prime Day! Check out the Stampcard Challenge here! If you enjoy supporting small businesses, Amazon Prime Members can also register to shop eligible small businesses selling on Amazon through July 11th. You earn one entry for every $1 you spend for a reward of up to $1,500! ©Amazon Look for the small business badge to identify eligible brands and support them with a chance to earn some money! Enter here to support small businesses on Amazon. And don’t forget to check out Today’s Deals on Amazon whether it’s Prime Day or not! There are some pretty big savings already available for Amazon Prime Members, so why wait until July 12th? ©Amazon Whether you’re looking for some new electronics, home goods, clothing, or more, there are a LOT of sales going on right now only for Amazon Prime Members! Shop for today’s deals right here on Amazon! Mark your calendar for Amazon Prime Day on July 12th and 13th. You don’t HAVE to be an Amazon Prime Member to shop on those dates but you could qualify for lots of exclusive offers if you are. Keep following DFB for more Disney shopping news! Don’t miss these 6 EARLY Amazon Prime Day Disney deals! 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 an Amazon Prime Member? 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Additional backstory details, inspired by the TRON films, revealed for TRON Lightcycle / Run coming to Walt Disney World ResortView the full article

Welcome to Disney World, where there are so many snacks to try it can be really difficult to know just what to get! We love the Plaza Ice Cream Parlor! Some snacks we end up loving, and others end up being a disappointment. That’s why we do our very best to share reviews of ALL the latest snacks so you know what might be (or might not be) worth your hard-earned cash! Recently, we made our way over to the Main Street Plaza Ice Cream Parlor to try out their NEW rootbeer float, and we’ve definitely got some thoughts. You can now grab the Main Street Float at the Plaza Ice Cream Parlor for $7.99. It’s a new 50th Anniversary snack that is made of a rootbeer float with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, chocolate chips, peanut butter chips, and caramel popcorn. Note that online the price shows as $11.99, but when we got it today it rang up as $7.99. The Main Street Float We enjoyed this treat, but it’s basically just your regular rootbeer float. All the “bonus” treats are on the top and sort of are ones you might just eat separately. In a way, it’s almost like you’re eating two desserts. We were pleasantly surprised that the popcorn was fresh and not stale, so that was great. A closer look at the top! We think this simple staple treat is good for kids or adults who need a little mid-afternoon pick-me-up, as long as the individual doesn’t have a nut allergy (because of those peanut butter chips!). If you’re a fan of rootbeer floats, you can’t go wrong with this one! But, if you’re looking for something super unique, this won’t really do it for you! Look at Magic Kingdom in all its beauty behind it! Looking for other Magic Kingdom treats to try? We grabbed a returning DOLE Whip creation that we LOVE and now you can once again get our beloved Nutella Waffle sandwich ALL DAY LONG! As always, keep an eye on DFB for all our latest Disney snack reviews! Did you know you can ONLY get these 17 things in Magic Kingdom? Check out the list here! Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary Details and Info See Photos & Reviews of All of Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Eats and Treats Check Out All of the 50th Anniversary Merchandise You Can Get Online Get a Look at Some of the 50th Anniversary Merchandise You Can Get in the Parks Click Here to See the 50 Best Ways to Celebrate Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Check Out Our 50 Pieces of Advice for Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Click Here to See the Best Ways to Celebrate Disney World’s 50th Anniversary from Home See the New 50th Anniversary Nighttime Looks for All 4 of Disney World’s Park Icons Check Out Our 50th Anniversary Cupcake Crawl Click Here to See Our Rankings of the 50th Anniversary Treats in Magic Kingdom See Our Rankings of the 50th Anniversary Treats in EPCOT Check Out Our Rankings of the 50th Anniversary Treats in Hollywood Studios See Our Rankings of the 50th Anniversary Treats in Animal Kingdom Click HERE for Your Guide to Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Celebration Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe Are you a fan of Disney floats? Let us know in the comments below! The post REVIEW: Try Magic Kingdom’s NEW 50th Anniversary Snack With Us first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The Fourth of July has come and gone, which means it’s officially Spooky Season! Sorry, we don’t make the rules. ©Disney || Us looking at the calendar Okay, maybe we’re making up *this* rule, but Halloween is the next major holiday and we can’t help but be excited! It might seem far away, but Disney starts celebrating in mid-August, which is just about a month away. So, if you’re like us and want to start getting ready for the holiday soon, you need to check out these SPOOKY Disney games you can order online right now! First up, we have The Nightmare Before Christmas Merry Madness. This is a fast-paced dice game — the premise is that Jack’s plan to deliver toys to Christmas Town went haywire after his Halloween Town helpers started throwing gifts at each other instead. ©Entertainment Earth So, you have to join Jack, Sally, Zero, Mayor, and Lock, Shock & Barrel, to try and be the first one to get the presents in Sandy Claws’s bag to win the game! You can pre-order it now for $24.99 and it will be available in August. Click here to get The Nightmare Before Christmas Merry Madness! Next, we have The Nightmare Before Christmas Trivial Pursuit! This is like the Trivial Pursuit games you know and love, except it’s all about the classic Tim Burton Halloween movie (and yes, it IS a Halloween movie!). ©Disney There are 420 trivia questions about the movie so you can put your knowledge to the test. This one is also available for pre-order for $24.99 and will be available in August. Click here to get The Nightmare Before Christmas Trivial Pursuit Finally, we have Hocus Pocus Yahtzee! This is a twist on the classic Yahtzee dice game inspired by Hocus Pocus, where players get to “shake, roll, and shout” spells and ingredients from Winifred Sanderson’s evil book to create winning combinations. ©Entertainment Earth There is even a custom cauldron dice cup! You can pre-order this one now for $22.99 and it will be available in August. This is a perfect game to grab to get ready for the Hocus Pocus sequel coming in September! Click here to get the Hocus Pocus Yahtzee game! Want even more Halloween merchandise? Check out some Disney Halloween inflatables that are on sale right now, Disney Halloween items you can get from Amazon and Target, and a sneak peek at the Halloween merch coming to the Disney Parks this year! ©Disney And, don’t forget that Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is returning to Disney World this year, but Halloween night is already sold out! Don’t worry, the other dates are still available (for now!). ©Disney Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney Halloween news and updates! 6 Disney Items You Can Get For Under $10 Right NOW Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Which game are you going to get for your next game night? Tell us in the comments! The post 3 Disney Halloween Board Games You Never Knew You Needed…Until NOW first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’ve gotten some BIG news about an upcoming Disney ride change! ©Disney We’ve known for a while that Splash Mountain in Disneyland and Magic Kingdom is set to be rethemed to a Princess and the Frog attraction, but a few days ago, Disney finally revealed the name and opening timeline for the rethemed attraction. We’ll be gearing up to ride Tiana’s Bayou Adventure in late 2024, but now, we’ve got more information about one specific detail of the ride…Princess Tiana herself! Disney’s official fan club, D23, shared a peek at Princess Tiana’s look for the new ride, and it’s different than the way you’ve seen her before! We got a little glimpse at Tiana’s new look earlier, but now we’ve got more details. For Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, Imagineers wanted to make sure that the leading lady was wearing something that was both culturally and period-appropriate, and thus, the new outfit and hairstyle were born. Check it out! ©Disney Costume Designer Ida Muldrow had a variety of questions when first developing the look, especially since the story of this attraction takes place in the 1920s. “Right away, I had a lot of questions: Did ladies wear pants? What did African American women wear? What does a young, Southern woman who’s married wear when she’s going into the bayou? Those are the kinds of questions we had to ask in our research,” Muldrow said. Muldrow noted that the goal throughout the entire process was to be authentic. “Even though it is a fairy tale, it’s extremely important to bring out the pride and the dignity of the African American culture at the time,” she shared. Even her hairstyle pays homage to African American women during the era of her film. Her hair is pressed into Marcel waves. ©Disney The designers also kept Tiana’s signature yellow and green color palette, although they muted it down a bit to fit with the lighting of the bayou scenes in the attraction. Muldrow noted that she “earthened” some of the colors to make it a bit less bright. The design of the outfit itself also draws inspiration from the military and equestrians. And no detail has gone unnoticed. Take a look at the embroidery on Tiana’s collar — there are little flowers in her colors there! One iconic feature of the bayou outfit is Tiana’s cloche hat. “I imagined she is a person who walks into the bayou very often and gathers her own straw grass,” Muldrow said. “She hangs it up in a bundle and dries it, then crochets it into a hat. We used natural things right from the swamp.” Princess and the Frog attraction Concept Art ©Disney The Imagineers really worked on making things realistic, even when it comes down to the textiles used for Tiana’s outfit. Muldrow shared that for this ride they had to be realistic. Since there will be moisture, they couldn’t use natural linen or cotton to create her outfit, as those could break down in a matter of years. Instead, “Tiana’s costume is going to be polyester-rich, but it is going to look like linen.” Going back to Tiana’s hair for a moment, the Imagineers even considered what items would have been used at that time to style hair. Tisa Powell explained that back then a hot comb (instead of a relaxer) would have been used, creating a difference in texture for the hair. That’s what ultimately led to Tiana’s hair being pressed in Marcel waves. We’re excited to see this new look within the attraction, and we’ll make sure to keep you updated as more details are announced. We’re still waiting on Disney to reveal a closing date for Splash Mountain to begin the refurbishment. Splash Mountain There are lots of exciting things coming to Disney World soon, with new rides, hotel changes, new restaurants, and so much more. We’ll make sure to share all the big news as it’s released, so stay tuned! 5 Big Disney Updates From This Week — 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. What do you think of the new outfit? Tell us in the comments! The post More Details Revealed About Disney’s Splash Mountain Retheme 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. Let’s be honest — it’s really not hard to spend money as a Disney fan. 50th Anniversary merchandise From the expensive theme park trips to the movie premieres and the Disney+ subscription, there’s just too much that you can’t miss! And don’t even get us STARTED on the merchandise, y’all. If you’re like us and you can’t resist a great Disney souvenir, you may want to turn away now, because we’re rounding up all the new Disney merch online this week! Disney Bags Let’s start this list out with some NEW bags! First up, a glow-in-the-dark Star Wars backpack landed on Amazon this week. The Darth Sidious Villains Scene Loungefly Backpack is available for pre-order now for $71.11. The black design features a menacing cutout of Darth Sidious above an image of Luke Skywalker and Darth Vader dueling with lightsabers. But perhaps the coolest feature is the glowing lightning design on the straps! ©Amazon Besides that bag, the Lady and the Tramp Dooney & Bourke collection also landed online. These bags are definitely a hefty investment, but they feature some adorable pictures of the film’s two feature pups. How cute! We love a good crossbody bag! The collection has three different bags and a wallet, with prices from $168-$328. Wowza! Check Out the Lady and the Tramp Bags Here! Popular Collectibles This year, Disney has been releasing items in the Mickey Mouse: The Main Attraction series each month. The collections are inspired by different classic Disney attractions, and this week, we got Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room gear online! The collection includes ears, a plush, a collectible key, a backpack, and more. Mickey is ready for the summer! What’s another Disney souvenir that fans love to collect? That’s right, Wishables! This week, a new Wishables collection came to shopDisney, inspired by the classic ride at Disneyland, Pinocchio’s Daring Journey. Mystery Pack You can buy Jiminy Cricket individually, or you can pick up the mystery pack with Pinocchio, Geppetto, Figaro, or The Blue Fairy. Each plush is $14.99. Order the Pinocchio’s Daring Journey Wishables Here! Disney Apparel If you’re raising little Disney fans out there, then we know it’s probably a popular game to play dress-up at home! If so, we’ve got the perfect thing — new Princess dresses for your little ones. ©Disney There are three new dress designs online now that come in kids’ sizes 3 to 13. Each one is $69.99 on its own, but you can also buy matching accessories to really complete the look! See the NEW Princess Dresses Online Here! Holiday Items And finally, let’s gear up for the holidays! What?! Yep, there are new Disney Christmas ornaments online now! (Just in time for Christmas in July?!) We spotted FIFTEEN new designs this week that you can choose from. ©Disney The more than a dozen designs represent different characters, movies, and Disney icons. Make sure to check them out if you’re already planning your holiday decor! Click Here to Shop the New Ornaments! That’s all the new Disney merchandise online this week, but stay tuned to DFB, because we’re constantly finding new items that you would probably love! We’ve seen a seemingly endless supply of 50th Anniversary merchandise over the past few months, and we’re gearing up for some new releases with the start of the EPCOT Food & Wine Festival followed by the Halloween season next month. There’s a lot of Disney news to keep up with these days, including some big things coming this summer and later this year, so make sure that you’re following along with us for all of it. We’ll keep you updated on all the big announcements! Click Here to See Big Changes That Could Impact Your Summer Disney World Trip! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Which of these new items is your favorite? Tell us in the comments! The post Disney Released NEW Princess Dresses, Ornaments, and MORE Online This Week! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Karamel-Küche is one of our FAVORITE places to get caramel treats in Disney World. Caramel Flight From a boozy caramel flight to the favorite Gingerbread Salted Caramel Cookie Sandwich, any caramel-lover would be happy just to step inside this sweets shop in EPCOT. And today we have a NEW treat! Truthfully, we visited EPCOT’s Karamel-Küche just to smell the caramel (seriously, one of the best smells in Disney World), but look what we found! It’s a NEW cookie, the Werther’s Caramel Marshmallow Cream Whoopie Pie for $5.99! NEW treat alert! This cookie comes with marshmallow cream and caramel drizzle sandwiched between two chocolate cake “cookies.” Werther’s Caramel Marshmallow Cream Whoopie Pie This treat was VERY chocolatey but it also managed to be very light, too! The marshmallow cream wasn’t overwhelmingly heavy and it was sweet without managing to be TOO sweet. Check out that caramel! This wasn’t a treat that melted all over our hands in the Florida sun, but the marshmallow cream did get a little melty, and we noticed that there was very little caramel, which was kind of ironic (and disappointing). Chocolate lovers would probably enjoy this but if you want a heavy caramel flavor, this isn’t it. Cut in half Head to Karamel-Küche in the Germany pavilion in EPCOT to give this cookie a try! And while you’re there, we recommend trying the Original Caramel Flight for $6, which includes four alcohol-infused homemade caramels! Sadly, the Gingerbread Salted Caramel Cookie Sandwich is only available seasonally, but you could give it a try when it returns sometime this fall. Boozy Caramels Keep reading DFB for more Disney World snack news and updates! Don’t miss out on one of EPCOT’s BEST margaritas! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Would you try this cookie? Tell us in the comments! The post REVIEW: EPCOT’s New Cookie Has an Ironic Secret first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Prepare to experience endless summer fun! Tweens and their families can be part of the 50th Anniversary celebration of Walt Disney World Resort with new magic and exciting adventures. For our family it’s definitely the adrenaline-spiking rides like Expedition Everest – Legend of the Forbidden Mountain, Space Mountain, The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror and Guardians of […]View the full article

Sit back, we’ve got a whole BUNCH of Disney news updates headed your way! Mickey and Minnie in Magic Kingdom This week we got to check out some big CHANGES that had been made to a classic Disney World ride, learned about some character dining experiences that will be returning soon, and much more. Are you ready to get all caught up on all the latest? Let’s go! 1 — HUGE Ride Changes We start with some massive ride changes that took place over in Magic Kingdom. First up, this past week the Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover got some NEW narration! On your next ride through, you’ll notice new portions that have been added to the script, a new narrator, and more. Some beloved parts of the old script have remained, but things are sounding pretty different at this ride! Click here to hear some of the NEW narration! Let’s take a ride! Next up, changes have been made to the finale scene in Carousel of Progress. These changes aren’t quite as dramatic as the new narration for the PeopleMover, but you will find that all of the characters in the last scene have gotten a bit of a costume change. Some even have new hairstyles! Click here for a full breakdown of the changes. NEW Outfits While these next things aren’t changes that have taken place yet, they are big news stories about changes that will be made soon. Recently, Disney shared the NEW name that will be used for the rethemed Splash Mountain ride at both Disneyland and Disney World (once they receive their The Princess and the Frog reimagining. The new name will be Tiana’s Bayou Adventure. ©Disney Disney has also shared an opening timeline for the rethemed rides. Looks like we should hopefully be able to take a trip on this reimagined attraction in late 2024! Click here to learn more about the retheme for Splash Mountain 2 — Big Character Dining News This week was a big one when it comes to character dining! A limited number of character dining spots have reopened in the parks and resorts, but soon MORE will be available. Over at Disney’s Beach Club Resort, Cape May Cafe will once again be home to Minnie’s Beach Bash Breakfast (a character dining experience) starting October 4th, 2022. Minnie at Cape May Cafe In Magic Kingdom, Winnie the Pooh and friends will be returning to The Crystal Palace on September 20th, 2022! Winnie the Pooh at The Crystal Palace And last, but certainly not least, ‘Ohana at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort will once again feature Lilo and Stitch as part of the ‘Ohana Best Friends Breakfast starting September 27th, 2022. Stitch at ‘Ohana during Breakfast | 2020 Get excited folks! If you’re a fan of character meals, there will be plenty more to choose from in the coming months. Click here to see what FREE character experience is back in Disney World (it’s one you don’t even need a park ticket for!) 3 — A Limited-Time Festival Has Started in Disney Springs If you thought festivals were just for EPCOT, you’d be WRONG! Right now, a special festival is going on in Disney Springs. Flavors of Florida brings all kinds of limited time snacks and drinks to the various restaurants all throughout the shopping and dining district. You can stop by the ever-popular Wine Bar George to grab a Disney souvenir you’ll actually use that comes with DOLE Whip and Whiskey… Frozen Old Fashioned …try a watermelon TACO and other DOLE Whip creations… If you don’t like orange, steer clear …stop by Amorette’s Patisserie to get a blood orange eclair… Blood Orange Éclair …grab some creamy lemonade and a very bright donut… Citrus Dream Donut …or even try parking garage burgers(?!) — we promise they’re not as weird as they sound! D-Luxe Burger Flavors of Florida Click the links above to see our reviews of those items and just remember that Flavors of Florida won’t last forever, so if you want to try one of these be sure to head to Disney Springs from now through August 14th, 2022. 4 — Get Your Mickey Very Merry Christmas Party Tickets! Tickets for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party already went on sale earlier for those staying at Disney World resort hotels, but now everyone can grab their tickets! Be sure to act fast and grab your tickets before they’re gone. Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Don’t forget that Annual Passholders can get a DISCOUNT for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party. Click here to learn more! Click here for the full list of prices and dates for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party! 5 — COVID-19 Updates Finally, we have some COVID-19 updates. If you’ve been hearing about the BA.5 COVID-19 variant and have wondered what it is and what you should know about it, click here to see our full post on the topic. We’ve broken down what you need to know about the BA.5 variant and Disney World. COVID-19 Sign in Disney World If you’ve also been curious about what the COVID-19 testing situation looks like for Disney Cruise Line, we’ve got a full post on that as well. For more COVID-19 updates, click here Of course, other Disney news was also shared this week! Click the links below to check them out: The NEWLY rethemed Top of the World Lounge — A Villain’s Lair is getting ready to reopen in Disney’s Contemporary Resort (Bay Lake Tower) and we got a first look inside! Click here for full menu details Some of Disneyland’s social media accounts were hacked and offensive posts were published on the accounts but later removed A Live Beauty and the Beast special is coming to ABC The Underworld McDonald’s has released NEW Marvel Happy Meal toys A new Annual Passholder magnet is available, but you’ll need to know just how to get it Mickey and Minnie are now meeting together in Magic Kingdom Tom Hanks has commented on Disney’s decision to NOT include Tim Allen in the new Lightyear movie We got more details about the updated contract for Disney’s CEO, Bob Chapek Stay tuned for more Disney news! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. 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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. Let’s play a guessing game, shall we? So. Many. Ears. Some newer Minnie ears have arrived in Disney World, and we want to see if YOU can guess which ones they are. Here are a few clues. The ears are themed after a powerful superhero. The ears feature a very…unique…design. And the ears are ones that’ll definitely get all eyes on you. Can you guess which ears these are? We’ll give you another hint. These ears first showed up in Disneyland. In fact, we’ve seen a lot of merchandise hit Disneyland before Disney World. We had to wait quite a while for the Scarlet Witch ears to come to Florida, but now another pair of Marvel ears has finally made its way across the country. Have you guessed what it is yet? Wall of ears It’s the Captain Marvel ears! That’s right, the Captain Marvel Ears with the very unique Mohawk hairdo have finally arrived in Disney World! The front features ears with Captain Marvel’s logo on them, along with the fuzzy hair on top… They’re here! …while the hair extends down the back into a full-on mohawk. The ears have stars on the back… They have a mohawk! …with one that ear that says “Higher, Further, Faster,” which is Captain Marvel’s slogan! Higher, Further, Faster We found these ears at the Emporium in Magic Kingdom for $29.99. But if you can’t get to Disney World, don’t worry — you can still buy these ears online! Click Here To Buy The Captain Marvel Ears Online If you love Minnie ears, be sure to check out the Glow-In-The-Dark Tower of Terror Ears, the Pirates of the Caribbean Ears, and the Light-Up Mickey Balloon Ears! You can also see a FULL list here of ALL of the Minnie ears you can get online right now. If you’re headed to Disney World soon and need an idea of what to bring home as souvenirs, we’ve listed out a guide of the things we’ve purchased that we don’t regret buying! As always, stay tuned for more Disney news! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Will you be picking up these ears? Let us know in the comments! The post Can You Guess What Minnie Ears Officially Arrived in Disney World? first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Something EVIL has taken over Disney…in a good way. Disney Vacation Club kiosk in Animal Kingdom The Disney Vacation Club lounge at Bay Lake Tower at Disney’s Contemporary Resort has been closed for several months (though it opened briefly in 2021). But things are changing here, in a more sinister way. The lounge will officially be reopening on July 11th with a whole new Villains(!) theme and look! We got to check it out for ourselves and now we’re taking you with us for a FULL review. Atmosphere Top of the World Lounge — A Villains Lair is located at the top of Bay Lake Tower at Disney’s Contemporary Resort, which means it has really great views of Magic Kingdom! You’ll start your night by checking in at the podium on a lower level. Let’s head on up! Then it’s time to take the elevator to the lounge! Then it was time to dive into The Underworld. This drink is made with handcrafted traditional Spanish Opici, white sangria, peach puree, and blue curacao orange liqueur. To order it, it’ll cost you $15. It’s definitely an ominous-looking thing, served in a completely black glass. The Underworld The drink itself is a potion-y green color, topped off with a floral embellishment. We actually really loved it because the flavor was light and almost melon-like. It was fairly refreshing and we think it would be a great drink choice for those escaping the summer heat! It looks really cool, tbh! Next up was The Lion’s Uncle, which is actually a mocktail on the menu. It’s made with orange sherbet, Sprite, and grenadine and will cost you $7. The Lion’s Uncle This drink definitely needs to be stirred unless you just want a big sip of grenadine, but we think kids will really love it with that scoop of orange sherbet on top. It was also fairly light. Topped with some sherbet! We also tried the Cursed Pirate for $15. Another green drink to add to the list, it’s made with Diplomatico Planas Rum, Gosling Black Seal Rum, passion fruit, pineapple, lime juice, cane sugar, and of course, blue curacao. Of the drinks that we tried, this one was definitely on the stronger side! The rum and the passion fruit were the two standout ingredients, and overall it was rather sweet. There’s a lot more going on with this one, but fans of sweet drinks and rum may want to try it out! Cursed Pirate The Man in the Forest is also on the menu and is priced at $22. It is a handcrafted Widow Jane Straight Bourbon Old Fashioned made with Martini & Rossi Sweet Vermouth, Blandy’s 10-year Madeira, baking spices, and ginger bitters. Remember how we said the last drink was strong? Well, this one is even stronger! It tastes a little fruity going down, but there’s a powerful bourbon flavor at the end. If you need a strong drink at the end of a long day in the parks, this should be your go-to. The Man in the Forest And the last drink we tried was the other mocktail, The Queen’s Garden. It’s $8 and is made with seedlip garden, peach, lime juice, mint, and sparkling water. It’s a very floral and herbaceous drink and there was a ginger syrup at the bottom (which was a little spicy, like ginger) that we probably should’ve mixed in more to get the full experience — stirring it would’ve made the drink much sweeter. However, our main thought about this beverage is that it’s pretty much like drinking a garden… which makes its name pretty spot on. It tasted like green juice, but looked like a clear soda, making its visual appearance really fun. The Queen’s Garden And that’s a look at what we ate and drank at this lounge! Nosh or Not We’re still including a “nosh or not” here, but we do want to mention again that Top of the World Lounge is exclusive to Disney Vacation Club Members. So, unlike other Disney spots that you can regularly visit, this one is a little more restrictive. Head to Top of the World Lounge — A Villains Lair if: You’re looking for a place with a fantastic view — The view of Magic Kingdom here is pretty spectacular. If you want to fully embrace the villain culture — If you’re a huge fan of the Disney villains, this is a great spot to check out. It’s not overwhelmingly villain-themed, but the naming of the cocktails/food and the little villain touches throughout make it really fun! You want a place to relax at the end of a long night at Disney — Between the fun theming, tasty food, unique drinks, and fantastic views, Top of the World Lounge can be an awesome place to unwind at the end of the night. Skip Top of the World Lounge — A Villains Lair if: You’re looking for cheap eats — If you want to grab a full meal on a budget, this might not be the spot to visit. While the food isn’t terribly expensive, they’re also not the standard full meals with sides that you’ll find at, say, a Disney World quick-service restaurant. You want a place that’s in the middle of the hustle and bustle — While this spot is just a hop, skip, and jump away from Magic Kingdom, it isn’t IN the park. So if you’re wanting to stay right in the center of the action, this might not be it for you. You want a place that is overwhelmingly themed to the villains — This isn’t exactly a place exploding with villains theming. There are touches here and there, especially when it comes to the food/drink names and pieces of decor. But it’s not as though you can sit on Hades’ throne or meet the Evil Queen. This has a more limited villains theme and an overall sophisticated feel. Overall Overall, this is a great spot to end your night if you’re eligible to stop by. There are some fun and interesting cocktails on the menu, and the food that we had would be a great late-night snack before you head back to your hotel room or a nice light dinner. The new villain-theming mostly consisted of some photos and little details, plus the music, but we would have loved it if they dove into that ambiance even more. (Think West Wing vibes from Be Our Guest Restaurant — how could would that be?!) Villains Lair All in all, we had a good time at the Villains Lair and we would recommend it to DVC members looking for a chill place to hang out for a while. We’re glad to see it reopen soon! The Villains Lair will officially open on July 11th to Disney Vacation Club members. It will be open daily from 6PM to midnight (but hours are subject to change). Also note that seats are on a first-come, first-served basis, so there are no reservations here! Villains Lair signage Disney Vacation Club Members with access to Membership Extras and who are staying in Disney World Resort hotels can enjoy this revamped lounge, and guests staying on Members’ reservations are also eligible! Disney notes, “At least one Member in the traveling party must accompany the group and present their current MagicBand, digital Membership card and government-issued photo ID in order to gain admission to the lounge and observation deck.” So just keep that in mind! Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney World news and updates. 18 Disney World Secrets Even Locals Don’t Know 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 lounge? Tell us your thoughts in the comments! Disclosure: In nearly all circumstances, Disney Food Blog writers and photographers pay full price for their own travel, hotel, food, beverage, and event tickets. We do this because it’s important to us as journalists to ensure not only that we give you unbiased opinions, but also that you can trust us to do so since we’re paying our own way. On rare occasions, when we are invited by a company to attend a preview as media, and when we choose to accept that invitation, we will always make you, our readers, aware of that situation. We were invited by Disney World to attend their media preview of Top of the World Lounge — A Villains Lair. Note that when we attend events as media we are 1) Not required to review that event/food on any of our channels, and 2) Not required to review that event/food favorably. You can always count on DFB to give you a 100% unbiased and honest review of any event that we attend, food that we eat, or beverage that we drink. You can see more in our Disclosure Policy. Thank you for reading. — AJ The post Full Review of Disney World’s NEW Villains-Themed Top of the World Lounge first appeared on the disney food blog. 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An adventure with a capital “A” is on its way to Disneyland Paris! Starting July 20, the next generation of Super Heroes will be recruited and trained at Avengers Campus, a brand-new location where recruits will be empowered to take an active role alongside the Avengers. Bringing this new experience to life is possible thanks […]View the full article

Does anyone else feel like they’ve LIVED at the movie theater the past few months? Thor: Love and Thunder sign Disney has constantly been releasing new movies across the various franchises, with hits like Turning Red and Lightyear from Pixar, as well as Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness from Marvel. (And don’t even get us STARTED on all the awesome new shows we’ve been watching on Disney+!) The latest blockbuster hit to join the 2022 lineup is Thor: Love and Thunder, a film that Marvel fans have been highly anticipating for months…and now that it’s out, Disney is celebrating in a big way! There are some limited-time offerings coming to both Disney World and Disneyland Resort to celebrate the release of the movie, including treats at Disney Springs and the appearance of Mighty Thor in Avengers Campus. However, that’s not the only thing you’ll be able to check out when you go to Disney California Adventure — you can also get this awesome new Mjolnir-inspired drink holder! ©Disney The official name is the Mighty Thor’s Hammer Novelty, and it’s made to look like a replica of Thor’s hammer from the MCU. (Honestly, it’s such a good replica that we never would’ve guessed that it’s a drink holder!) Mjolnir opens up on top to hold a contour bottle or cup and includes your choice of bottled beverage at the time of purchase. If you’d like to buy one, you can find it at three places: Shawarma Palace, Shawarma Palace Too, and the outdoor vending cart at the entrance to Avengers Campus near Guardians of the Galaxy — Mission: BREAKOUT! At Shawarma Palace, you can buy it on Mobile Order. Shawarma Palace Too Besides these special offerings, make sure to check out the new Thor: Love and Thunder merchandise we’ve spotted online and in the Disney parks. We’ve seen everything from ears to apparel to collectibles and more. ‘Thor: Love and Thunder’ Ears We’ll make sure to keep you updated on any more special celebrations for upcoming movie releases. Later this year, we can expect more films from Disney and Marvel, as well as lots of new content on Disney+. We can’t wait! Click Here to See Everything Coming to Disney+ in July! Want to Learn More About Disneyland? Check Out the Links Below! Check Out Important Details about the 2022 Disney California Adventure Food and Wine Festival Learn About Disney Genie and How to Use it in Disneyland See the Latest Updates About Disneyland’s Face Mask Policy Check Out What You Need to Know About the Theme Park Reservation System for Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Check Out Our Disneyland Restaurants Guide Learn All About Disneyland Park See What Marvelous Stuff You’ll Find at Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure See More About Pixar Pier in Disney California Adventure Learn About the Disneyland Mobile App Get All the Details About Mobile Order in Disneyland Learn More About Disneyland’s Magic Key Program What’s Going to Be Different About Your Next Disneyland Trip? Click HERE to Check Out Lots of Other DFB Posts About Disneyland Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe Have you seen the new movie yet? Tell us in the comments! The post Disney’s Latest Item Is Not At All What You’d Expect 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. Being a Disney fan is sometimes RIDICULOUSLY expensive…but it doesn’t have to be! Mugs in EPCOT’s Creations Shop! Even if you want to keep up with the latest trends and check out the newest offerings, there are SO many discounts out there for the uber-dedicated. We’ve seen savings available for merchandise, movie tickets, and even visits to the theme parks. so even those with tight budgets might be able to live that lush Disney fanatic lifestyle. But this week, if you’re a Disney fan AND an Amazon Prime member, there are some special deals just for you! Amazon Prime Day is coming up fast, taking place this year on July 12th and 13th (can we really call it Amazon Prime Day if it lasts for TWO days? ). However, you don’t have to wait until then to save — there are some early Prime Day deals already available, and we found a few big ones that our readers might be interested in! ©Amazon Are you ALREADY planning for back-to-school? (Anyone else shocked that it’s about a month away?!) If so, this Simple Modern Disney Minnie Mouse Kids Lunch Box is a must-have accessory for the school year. The rainbow and Minnie Mouse pattern just screams “good vibes,” don’t ya think? ©Amazon The lunch box is usually $19.99, but right now you can snag it on sale for $17.99.And if you want to get a couple different ones, there are several other Disney-themed designs and patterns to choose from! Click Here to Shop the Lunch Box! Next up, we’ve got the perfect accessory for Disney fans on the go. Didn’t get to finish your coffee in the morning? No worries! This Mickey Mouse Tervis Mug will keep it nice and hot (and secured thanks to that lid) until you’re ready for the rest of your caffeine boost. ©Amazon Normally this mug is almost $19, but right now, it’s on sale for $16.10. If you don’t want one for yourself, it would also be a great gift for someone else! Click Here to Shop the Tervis Mug! And speaking of must-have mugs, this Star Wars The Mandalorian Tervis Mug is triple-walled to keep your beverages at the desired temperature for HOURS. Not to mention the fact that the design is precious and will instantly make any Star Wars fan wish they could watch The Mandalorian over again for the first time. ©Amazon Right now you can snag it for 15% off, which brings the price down to $36.50. Order the Star Wars Tervis Mug Here! Looking for the perfect way to keep cozy on the couch for those Disney movie nights? This Toy Story-inspired Northwest Tapestry Throw Blanket should do the trick nicely! ©Amazon The four squares are dedicated to Woody, Bo Peep, Forky, and Buzz Lightyear, all woven in a unique cartoon style. Right now, you can buy it at a discount for $25.08. Click Here to Check Out the Throw! If you’ve been keeping up with the endless stream of Marvel movies and series recently, then you’re probably at least SOMEWHAT of a Scarlet Witch fan. (I mean, how could you NOT be?!) Now you can showcase that love in your home with this Trends International Scarlet Witch Wall Poster. ©Amazon The minimalist design would look great framed and hanging in an office, or unframed and stuck to a movie room wall, there are plenty of possibilities. You can buy it now for $15.07 on sale. Shop the Scarlet Witch Poster Online Here! Here at DFB, we’re all about that Disney style when we’re lounging at home, and there are some really great options for comfy fandom-inspired apparel out there. Like this week, Amazon is offering a great deal on this Amazon Essentials Star Wars Fleece Pullover Hoodie. ©Amazon It comes in a variety of different patterns and men’s sizes, but you can buy one now for as low as $29.60 (depending on size and style). Cuddling up in this and putting on a movie marathon sounds like the perfect Friday night, tbh! Order the Star Wars Hoodie Online Here! And of course, if we’re going with the cozy fit, we can’t forget the bottoms! The Amazon Essentials Disney Men’s Fleece Jogger Sweatpants are also on sale, and we really love the Captain America-themed Marvel design. ©Amazon They come in a navy color and have the vintage Captain America logo on the side, but like the hoodie, you can also get other Star Wars and Disney patterns for these pants. Buy a pair online now for as low as $11.98! Click Here to Get the Marvel Sweatpants! These are all the early bird Amazon Prime Day deals we have for now, but we’ll keep you updated with more savings as they’re announced. There is going to be a LOT to shop when Prime Day starts, so be ready for some hot deals! And if you’re interested in finding ways to save on other Disney merchandise, stay tuned to DFB. We’re constantly sharing sales on shopDisney, free shipping deals, and discounted products that we think our readers would love. On top of that, we’ve got lots of discount posts and tips on ways to save on your upcoming Disney trip. We’re here to help you be smart with that Disney budget! The Six BEST Money-Saving Tips According to Disney World Guests — Click Here! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Do you ever buy Disney merch on Amazon? 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Marvel has been making a TON of content lately, and they’re not slowing down any time soon. ©Marvel From Doctor Strange to Loki to Ms. Marvel to Spider-Man, there has been no shortage of Marvel TV shows and movies in the past couple of years. The latest addition to the Marvel world is Thor: Love and Thunder, which was just released in theaters. And now, a NEW character from the movie is coming to Disneyland! The Mighty Thor is coming to Disney California Adventure park! For a limited time, Jane Foster (as Mighty Thor) will be roaming around Avengers Campus in the park carrying Mjolnir to test the worthiness of recruits. ©Disney How exciting! We’ve seen so many new characters come to Avengers Campus pretty quickly after their Marvel movie or TV show is released, like Moon Knight… ©Disney …Shang-Chi… Shang-Chi …and Ms. Marvel! ©Marvel Jane Foster is played by Natalie Portman in Thor: Love and Thunder, the 4th film in Marvel’s Thor series, which is in theaters now. Also in the film is Chris Hemsworth, who is reprising his role as Thor, Tessa Thompson as Valkyrie, and Taika Waititi as Korg (Taika Waititi also directed the film!). Thor: Love and Thunder sign If you’re looking for some Thor merchandise, we’re seen some Mighty Thor ears, as well as costumes, clothing, and more, both in the Disney Parks and online. There are also some fun toys now at McDonald’s for the film! Mighty Thor ears Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney news and updates! 6 Groundbreaking Changes Coming to Disneyland Resort! Want to Learn More About Disneyland? Check Out the Links Below! Check Out Important Details about the 2022 Disney California Adventure Food and Wine Festival Learn About Disney Genie and How to Use it in Disneyland See the Latest Updates About Disneyland’s Face Mask Policy Check Out What You Need to Know About the Theme Park Reservation System for Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Check Out Our Disneyland Restaurants Guide Learn All About Disneyland Park See What Marvelous Stuff You’ll Find at Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure See More About Pixar Pier in Disney California Adventure Learn About the Disneyland Mobile App Get All the Details About Mobile Order in Disneyland Learn More About Disneyland’s Magic Key Program What’s Going to Be Different About Your Next Disneyland Trip? Click HERE to Check Out Lots of Other DFB Posts About Disneyland Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe Which Marvel character do you want to see in Avengers Campus next? Tell us in the comments! The post A NEW Character is Coming to Disney’s Avengers Campus Soon! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Do you love The Haunted Mansion? Then there’s something you need to know about! Haunted Mansion Holiday! We recently saw new Haunted Mansion merchandise released, and we know a Haunted Mansion LEGO Set is on its way. And over in Disneyland, we’ve seen Haunted Mansion turn into Haunted Mansion Holiday for the Halloween season. That transformation will once again take place this year. But, in order for the change to occur, the ride has to close for a bit, and we’ve just gotten those closure dates! The Haunted Mansion will be closed in Disneyland from August 15th to September 1st, and will reopen in its redecorated state on September 2nd. If you’ll be visiting Disneyland during this time, keep that closure in mind so you can be prepared! ©Disney Also returning to Disneyland this year is Oogie Boogie Bash, a special after-hours event at Disney California Adventure park. During this event, the Villain’s Grove typically opens for guests to explore and walk through. Villain’s Grove takes place in the Redwood Creek Challenge Trail, and Disney has confirmed that this special part of the experience will be returning to Oogie Boogie Bash this year. Though Disney hasn’t specified whether this is related, we did note that the Redwood Creek Challenge Trail does not show any operating hours starting on August 1st. It seems likely that this closure could be related to the changes that need to be made here to transform it into Villain’s Grove (though, again, Disney has not confirmed that yet). Villains Grove Map Looking to attend Disney’s Halloween parties this year? Unfortunately, Oogie Boogie Bash tickets are all sold out, and one date for Disney World’s Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is too. So grab your tickets quick and see the cheapest days on which you can visit Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party! Stay tuned to DFB for all your Disney closure news. Check out everything that’s been confirmed for the Halloween season in Disneyland! Want to Learn More About Disneyland? Check Out the Links Below! Check Out Important Details about the 2022 Disney California Adventure Food and Wine Festival Learn About Disney Genie and How to Use it in Disneyland See the Latest Updates About Disneyland’s Face Mask Policy Check Out What You Need to Know About the Theme Park Reservation System for Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Check Out Our Disneyland Restaurants Guide Learn All About Disneyland Park See What Marvelous Stuff You’ll Find at Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure See More About Pixar Pier in Disney California Adventure Learn About the Disneyland Mobile App Get All the Details About Mobile Order in Disneyland Learn More About Disneyland’s Magic Key Program What’s Going to Be Different About Your Next Disneyland Trip? Click HERE to Check Out Lots of Other DFB Posts About Disneyland Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe Do you prefer Haunted Mansion or Haunted Mansion Holiday? Let us know below! The post Haunted Mansion Will CLOSE Temporarily in Disneyland first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Sometimes Disney merchandise can get the best of you…and your wallet. Look at that sweet face! There’s so much merchandise to choose from — clothing, character-specific merch, holiday apparel, and so much more! If you’ve ever wondered how much Disney really makes off its merchandise, we’ve got some answers. Turns out, you’re not the only one spending a LOT of money on Disney stuff! According to License Global magazine, Disney made $56.2 billion dollars (yes, billion with a “B”) in retail sales of licensed products in 2021. This made Disney the TOP licensor in the entire world in 2021. These numbers come from the annual ranking published by License Global magazine. That list “ranks the performance of brands’ licensed consumer products at retail for fiscal year 2021.” The amount Disney made in 2021 was actually about $20 billion more than the second company on the list, Dotdash Meredith. So much merch to choose from! In 2020, Disney made $54 billion in retail sales (and ranked #1 in the world as well). Part of the reason for Disney’s success could be the number of channels through which its merchandise is delivered, including shopDisney, the Disney parks, and local and mass-market retailers. License Global also notes that Disney Consumer Products, Games, and Publishing, as the world’s largest licensing business, works with top brands like Mattel, LEGO, Funko, Hasbro, and others, to develop products that appeal to different types of consumers. And Disney is one of the world’s largest licensors when it comes to games across different platforms. There’s even merchandise for Disney pretzels! Where did other companies fall in comparison to Disney when it comes to those 2021 numbers? Well, at #4 was WarnerMedia/Warner Bros. Consumer Products with $15 billion in retail sales in 2021. At #5 was The Pokemon Company International with $8.5 billion in sales, followed by Hasbro with $8.4 billion in sales, and then NBC Universal/Universal Brand Development with $8.3 billion. You can see the full list from 2021 below. ©License Global Disney did close a large number of its Disney Stores throughout the U.S. in 2021 and the situation with merchandise, movies, and more keeps changing. So it’ll be interesting to see just how Disney does in 2022. Given the fact that it made 20 billion more than its closest competitor in 2021, however, we expect it could dominate the licensing and retail sales market once again. ©License Global Looking to snag some popular Disney merchandise but don’t want to pay full price? Click here to see some of the best Disney deals you can grab on Amazon. Don’t forget that Amazon Prime Day is coming up, and we’ll be covering ALL of the deals you can get during that limited time, so stay tuned for all the updates. And, as always, keep an eye on DFB for all your Disney news! Click here to check out all the Disney World 5oth Anniversary merch you can get online! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Which company were you expecting to find on the list? Let us know below! The post Turns Out You’re Not the Only One Spending a LOT on Disney Merchandise 😳 first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

To celebrate its movie theater debut, here are some electrifying Thor: Love and Thunder experiences at Disney California Adventure park and merchandise available at both parks in the U.S. and on shopDisney!View the full article

We set sail on the Disney Wish, and we’re bringing you a taste of everything there is to do on board! Let’s GO! It’s Wish Time! Disney Cruise Line’s newest ship, the Disney Wish, is full of unique experiences, activities, and shopping. But now, we want to take you into the ship’s adult-exclusive steakhouse that’s inspired by Cogsworth from Beauty and the Beast! Atmosphere A restaurant inspired by an enchanted clock? We couldn’t wait to see what Palo Steakhouse would look like. We headed over to Deck 12 and were immediately met with a sleek entrance full of pops of gold. (Check out the “o” on the Palo sign — it’s designed to look like Cogsworth!) Entrance to Palo The restaurant uses a palette of woods, shining metals, and clock-like details to immerse you in an environment that reminds you of an ornate clock…like Cogsworth. Dining Area But there are also obvious nods to Cogsworth and his pals, courtesy of the artwork on the walls. Artwork We also saw many pops of red around the restaurant, which paired well with the gold placed throughout the area. Red Booth Oh, and if you’re stopping by Palo, don’t forget to look up! We found hidden mickeys above our heads… Look Up! …and in not-so-subtle spots. Hidden Mickey We could go on and on about the enchanting, elegant theming in this restaurant, but it’s time for us to move on to the food! Booth Area Let’s take a look at the menu. Menu The menu brought both Italian fare and modern steakhouse dining to the table. Guests dining at Palo can choose from either a pre fixe menu or a la carte. The pre-fixe menu is $45 per guest, and includes 4 courses — antipasta (appetizer), insalata (salad), il secondo (entrée), and dolce (dessert). Dining Menu The prix fixe menu allows you to choose from options like calamari, pan-seared salmon, beef tenderloin, and tiramisu. The a la carte menu has a wider selection available, like soft potato gnocchi, wagyu beef, various pizzas, veal, and more. Pre Fix Menu They also had an impressive array of wines to choose from, with the option to order either a glass or a bottle. Some of the selections included sparkling wines, white wines, red wines, and apertivos. Drink Menu The dessert menu also had quite a selection to choose from, like souffles, cakes, and a variety of gelatos. Dessert Menu Let’s dig in! Meal Our meal started off with bread service. We liked it, but wished it had less salt and olive oil. Bread Service For appetizers, we tried the Mushroom Amuse Bouche, which was a sweet potato puff on mushroom sauce. The mushroom sauce was rich and creamy, but the flavor wasn’t what we were expecting. The sweet potato puff was a parmesan-encrusted sweet potato gnocchi, which kind of tasted like a fancy tater tot. Mushroom Amuse Bouche We also got the Mushroom Risotto, however, it’s not usually an appetizer. We just ordered it as one, and it was $19! We’ve had this on other Disney Cruise voyages, and it’s always been a DFB favorite. It comes with Portabella, Morel, Crimini, and Porcini Mushrooms. While the mushroom flavor is there, it isn’t too overwhelming. It’s mostly just carbs, cream, butter, and salt (YUM). Mushroom Risotto We also gave the Fritto di Calamari e Gamberi a try! It costs $13 (also available in the pre fixe menu) and the shrimp was HUGE! It tasted just like you’d expect — crunchy coating on the outside, tender on the inside. As for the sauces, our reporters liked the lemon-garlic mayonnaise better than the marinara sauce. Fritto di Calamari e Gamberi The Sliced Herbed Yellowfin Tuna appetizer was also amazing! For $12, we got a seared tuna, along with a sprinkling of other bites, like Biscotti di Regina. The waitress told our reporter to get a bite of everything on the plate, and it was really good. Everything on the plate combined well, and the sauce provided a nice kick. Tuna Onto entrées! We tried the Prosciutto di Parma — Basil & Burrata Pizza for $16. To be honest, it felt a bit weird to eat with our hands in such an elegant restaurant, so we tried to eat it with a fork and knife instead (fancy). Regardless, we really enjoyed this pizza! The crust was thin, and we enjoyed the big glob of cheese. While this was a fancier variation of pizza, it still wouldn’t be out of anyone’s comfort zone, making it a great option for picky eaters. Prosciutto di Parma — Basil & Burrata Pizza The 8oz Prime Angus Beef Tenderloin Steak (also available on the pre-fixe menu) came with our own choice of sauce, so we chose salsa verde. We had it cooked medium rare, and it was delicious and juicy. As for the salsa verde, the sauce tasted fresh and delicious, and not overwhelmingly spicy. As for the cut… 8oz Prime Angus Beef Tenderloin Steak …the knife glided right through the steak. We had no complaints about this dish! Cut Steak It also came with a side of fries, but they were pretty lackluster. They were limp and sprinkled in an overpowering herb. Fries We also grabbed sides like the Cavatappi Mac and Cheese for $4… Mac and Cheese …and the Broccolini for $4. They were nice, simple additions to our steak. Broccolini And speaking of steak, we also tried the 6oz Japanese A5 Wagyu Strip Loin for $45, and OMG. It was tender, buttery, and melt-in-your-mouth amazing. Best steak on the ship, there’s no question about it. It came in at $45, and it was definitely worth the price! Wagyu And while we enjoyed the wagyu, we also need to talk about how delicious the Agnolotti was! It was a butternut squash pasta with mozzarella, amaretti, sage brown butter, and basil. It was $12, and one of our favorites on the Disney Wish. Our server recommend not to put any parmesan or pepper on it, which we followed. It was definitely good enough without those additions. And our highlight of the dish was definitely the sage brown butter. *chefs kiss* Agnolotti For dessert, we tried 5 different options, including the 2 souffles (both are $10) — the Chocolate Soufflé (Madagascan Vanilla Bean Gelato, Chocolate Sauce, Vanilla Anglaise)… Chocolate Souffle …and the Amaretto Soufflé (Hazelnut Gelato, Vanilla Anglaise). Both options were wonderful (the Chocolate Soufflé is available on the pre-fixe menu), and had great combinations of flavor. Both came as a warm pastry, pairing well with either cold ice cream or sauce. You simply can’t beat that duo. Amaretto Souffle We also tried Palo’s Tiramisù Coffee-infused Ladyfingers (also available on the pre-fixe menu), which had layers of mascarpone cheese, and raspberry olive oil soil. Our favorite part about this dessert was how it looked an awful lot like Ursula. Other than that, it was overwhelming and forgettable when compared to the souffles. (Basically, when in doubt, choose a Soufflé.) We grabbed this for $10. Tiramisu We bit into the 14k chocolate bar as well, which was very chocolatey, so we definitely only recommend this one for chocolate-lovers. It also had a rich mousse on the inside, as well as bits of raspberry! This one was a bit more expensive than the others, coming in at $12. 14k Chocolate Bar The last dessert we tried was the Carrot Cake with lemon cream cheese. It was $10, and tasted pretty good, but not amazing. The cake was moist and the layers of cream cheese were plentiful, but the lemon-scented frosting was a bit…odd. The glaze on top was strange as well, and felt unnecessary. We hope they dial back to a more traditional carrot cake in the future. Carrot Cake Nosh or Not You’ll want to eat at Palo Steakhouse if… You’re looking for a dining experience away from the kiddos – This is an adult-exclusive location, so you won’t encounter any kiddos here, but that also means your little ones can’t tag along. (Great excuse for a date night.) You want elegant dining – While the restaurant boasts elegant décor, you’re also recommended to match the atmosphere, by wearing formal or semi-formal attire. You’re looking for fine dining on board – While some of the other locations have entertainment to pair with your meal, this restaurant focuses more on the dining. Accordingly, the food is more elevated at this location. You may not love Palo Steakhouse if… You want to dine with the entire family – Again, kids aren’t allowed here, so you’ll have to pass if you need to bring the little ones. You’re looking for entertainment – We recommend another location, like Worlds of Marvel, if you’re looking for entertainment and a meal. You won’t get that at Palo Steakhouse. Overall Overall, we enjoyed this fine dining experience, and would definitely come back. All of the dishes we tried were great, and we had very little to critique. While other locations have much more excitement to pair with your meal (like Anna and Elsa and the Avengers), Palo Steakhouse was definitely a different, more relaxed experience. With so much to do on board, we could see why some may pass up Palo Steakhouse to try Worlds of Marvel or Ardendelle: A Frozen Dining Adventure instead. However, we think adults will really like this experience too. For more restaurants aboard the Disney Wish, take a look at our review of the World of Marvel dining experience. Or, take a look at our review of Arendelle: A Frozen Dining Adventure. And keep following DFB to see more from the Disney Wish! Click Here to See Our Entire Experience on the Disney Wish — From Start to Finish! What You Need to Know About Disney Cruise Line Learn All About Disney Cruise Line and Its Various Ships Check Out Lots of Details About Disney Cruise Line’s Newest Ship -- the Disney Wish (Including More About the Star Wars Bar and First Attraction at Sea Coming to the Wish) See the Latest on Disney Cruise Line’s Mask Policy Learn About Disney Cruise Line’s COVID-19 Testing and Vaccination Policies Check Out 10 Things That’ll Be Different About Your Next Disney Cruise See More About the Virtual Queues and Other Changes Made on Disney Cruises Check Out How Much It’ll Cost to Sail on Disney’s Newest Cruise Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe Are you planning a trip aboard the Disney Wish? Tell us in the comments! Disclosure: In nearly all circumstances, Disney Food Blog writers and photographers pay full price for their own travel, hotel, food, beverage, and event tickets. We do this because it’s important to us as journalists to ensure not only that we give you unbiased opinions, but also that you can trust us to do so since we’re paying our own way. On rare occasions, when we are invited by a company to attend a preview as media, and when we choose to accept that invitation, we will always make you, our readers, aware of that situation. We were invited by Disney Cruise Line to attend their media preview of the Disney Wish. Note that when we attend events as media we are 1) Not required to review that event/food on any of our channels, and 2) Not required to review that event/food favorably. You can always count on DFB to give you a 100% unbiased and honest review of any event that we attend, food that we eat, or beverage that we drink. You can see more in our Disclosure Policy. Thank you for reading. — AJ The post REVIEW: Dine With Us at Palo Steakhouse Aboard the Disney Wish Cruise Ship 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. Want some designer Disney merch without breaking the bank? We’ve got you covered! Disney x COACH Disney collaborates with designers a LOT to make different collections, like Dooney and Bourke, Vera Bradley, Stoney Clover Lane, Lilly Pulitzer, and more. These collections can be pretty pricy thanks to those name brands! But, what if we told you that there’s a designer item you can grab right now that won’t have you wincing when you look at your bank account? It’s true! Let’s check it out. The Mickey Mouse Walt Disney World Coffee Mug by COACH is now available on shopDisney! This shows Mickey standing in front of Cinderella Castle while the rest of the ceramic red mug is covered with Coach’s signature “C” design. ©Disney This mug is also dishwasher safe, so now worries about hand washing! You can get it for $35. Click here to get the Mickey Mouse Walt Disney World Coffee Mug by COACH This mug is part of the Disney x COACH 50th Anniversary collection that we’ve seen around for a while, both online and in the parks. But, this item is significantly less expensive than a lot of others we’ve seen in the collection, which have included 4 pairs of almost $300 Mickey ears… Black Coach Mickey Ears …a $150 T-shirt… Coach T-shirt …and an almost $600 backpack! Coach Backpack So, if you want something from this designer collaboration, this mug is probably your best option when it comes to price! And, we wouldn’t wait too long to grab it, because it is sold out on COACH’s website, so it seems to be in high demand. More of the collection If you want to check out some other designer collaborations from Disney, you can take a look at their various collections with Dooney and Bourke, some fancy ears from Vera Wang, or their colorful bags with Vera Bradley! Dooney & Bourkes But, if you want some similar merch without hefty price tags, we’d suggest browsing Disney’s Vault Collection, which has a lot of the same vibes as the COACH collaboration. You can find a lot of items in the parks and some online! Vault Collection Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney merchandise news and updates! FULL List of Disney Starbucks Cups You Can Buy Online RIGHT NOW! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Which designer do you want to see Disney collaborate with next? Tell us in the comments! The post The Disney World 50th Anniversary Item That Comes With a SURPRISING Price Tag! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

You wouldn’t believe how much can happen at Disney World in just a few days! Town Square Theater We’ve got you covered with ALL of the latest Disney World news, like the release of this new Dopey Ice Cream Cone, updates about bonus reservations for Annual Passholders, news of a FREE nightly character event that has returned, and information about tickets for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party! Right now we’re taking a look at what’s new in Magic Kingdom specifically. Come along with us! Food Updates Main Street Confectionery There’s been a Skittles-related change in Disney World! Over at the Main Street Confectionery, you can treat yourself to all kinds of sweet goodies, including self-service bulk candy and popcorn creations. However, we noticed recently that something is different with the Skittles. Missing from the bulk section too! Green Skittles are changing their flavor and that’s causing some changes in the Confectionery. Green Skittles were previously apple flavored, but they’re being changed to their original lime flavor. Because of this, the traditional Skittles flavor was missing from the bulk candy section, the Dapper Dans Mix is unavailable, and Skittles are not available at the Kernel Kitchen. Click Here to Read More about What’s Happening to Skittles in Disney World Merchandise Updates Emporium Disney is constantly dropping new merchandise in the parks. Let’s take a look at all of the new merch that has popped up in Magic Kingdom recently, starting with the Emporium! This Darby Steel toy from Pixar’s Lightyear was at the Emporium for $24.99. Darby Steel Toy These adorable 50th Anniversary Tea Towels have been restocked at the Emporium! You can get them now for $19.99. 50th Anniversary Tea Towel We also spotted this grey Mickey Mouse sweatshirt in the Emporium. It’s super cute, and you can get it now for $39.99! Mickey Mouse Sweatshirt If you’re a fan of A Bug’s Life, then you’re gonna want to check out this shirt! This “I’m a Beautiful Butterfly” shirt with Heimlich on it is at the Emporium now for $24.99. I’m a beautiful butterfly shirt There’s a new Wishables collection in Disney World! This one celebrates the classic Disneyland ride, Pinocchio’s Daring Journey, and you can get Pinocchio, Geppetto, the Blue Fairy, or Figaro in the blind bag for $14.99. Pinocchio Wishables If you don’t want to try your luck with the blind bag, then you can get Jiminy Cricket on his own for $14.99 as well! Jiminy Cricket Wishables That’s everything new at the Emporium! Crystal Arts Over at Crystal Arts, we noticed some new sculptures from a galaxy far, far away! These Star Wars Crystal Sculptures are available in Magic Kingdom now. Star Wars Crystal Statues You can get this Crystal Statue of Chewbacca for $500… Chewbacca Crystal Statue …this Statue of Han Solo for $300… Han Solo Crystal Statue …or this statue of the Millenium Falcon for $530! Millennium Falcon Crystal Statue These Crystal Statues are perfect for the Star Wars fan who enjoys the finer things in life. Ye Olde Christmas Shoppe Over at Ye Olde Christmas Shoppe, we spotted some new Alice in Wonderland-themed ornaments! This one of Alice holding a teacup is $24.99. Alice in Wonderland Teapot Ornament This ornament of Alice with a flamingo is also $24.99! Alice in Wonderland Flamingo Ornament We also found this Mad Hatter ornament for $22.99! Mad Hatter Ornament If you like the Cheshire Cat, then check out this ornament! Cheshire Cat Ornament It’s at Ye Olde Christmas Shoppe for $26.99! Back of Cheshire Cat ornament Those are all of the new ornaments we found for now. Frontier Trading Over at Frontier Trading, we found two new Pixar-themed headphone cases! This one fits regular Airpods... Pixar Headphone Case … and this one fits Airpod Pros! Pixar Headphone Case Both of these are available at Frontier Trading for $19.99. Memento Mori Haunted Mansion fans, this is for you! Over at Memento Mori, we found a ton of new Haunted Mansion apparel. Starting off with this short sleeve hoodie that you can get now for $39.99. Haunted Mansion Short Sleeve Hoodie They also had these tie-dye shorts for $39.99. Haunted Mansion Shorts This Stretching Room shirt was also at Memento Mori for $36.99. “Is this room actually stretching” shirt This Tomb with a view shirt was $36.99. Tomb with a view shirt If you’ve ever wanted the Haunted Mansion’s iconic wallpaper as sweatpants, then this is your lucky day! You can get these sweats now for $49.99. Haunted Mansion Wallpaper Sweatpants The last new thing we found at Memento Mori was this Hitchhiking Ghost tank top. It’s got a super cute drawing of the ghosts, and you can get it now for $36.99. Hitchhiking Ghosts Tank Top That’s all of the new merchandise we found in Magic Kingdom! Click here to see 15 NEW Disney Ornaments that Just Dropped Online! General Updates Town Square Theater Over in Town Square Theater, we witnessed the reunion of Disney’s most iconic characters! Mickey and Minnie Mouse are both meeting in Town Square Theater now! This is the first time they’re meeting together at this spot in their 50th Anniversary outfits. The cuteness! We were so happy to see these two reunited in Magic Kingdom. Click here to Learn More about Mickey and Minnie in Town Square Theater! That’s everything that’s new in Magic Kingdom for now! There are new things constantly popping up in the parks, and tons to look forward to like character dining returning to The Crystal Palace and ‘Ohana, and the upcoming EPCOT Food & Wine Festival. We’ll be covering it all, so stay tuned to DFB for more! Click here to see the FREE Nightly Character Event that Just Returned to 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. When’s the last time you went to Magic Kingdom? Let us know in the comments! The post What's New in Magic Kingdom: Tons of Haunted Mansion Gear first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s almost time for the 2022 EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival at Disney World, and there is a LOT to prepare for! It kicks off on July 14th and runs alllll the way until November 19th this year. 2021 EPCOT Food and Wine Festival First off, you’re going to want to take a look at those food booth menus so you can map out which items you want to grab while in the parks. You should also probably check out the line up for the Eat to the Beat Concert Series to see which artist will be performing while you’re at the festival, or even to schedule your trip around a certain artist! We’re getting you ready with our guidebook to the festival, our free printable for all of the food booths, and some sound advice, but there is one major thing we need to talk about — BUDGET! So, let’s break down what an actual realistic budget looks like for EPCOT’s Food and Wine Festival. Park Tickets To go to the festival, you gotta buy a ticket to get into EPCOT — duh! The festival is accessible to everyone who has admission into the park, so there’s no paying extra to attend or anything like that. Now, park ticket prices vary on when you visit, with busier times typically being more expensive. Food and Wine! There are a lot of dates to look at since the festival is about 4 months long! Keep in mind that weekend tickets are usually more expensive than weekday tickets, so that could affect your budget when you’re planning. Luckily for you, we’ve already figured out which days are the CHEAPEST to visit the festival! The majority of them are in August and September, with October and November prices being higher. Throughout the 4 months, ticket prices for a single day, single park admission range from $109-$159 for each ticket. EPCOT during the 2021 Food and Wine Festival When you’re planning, keep in mind that this cost will change according to when you visit the festival, so make sure to look at the dates you want to go to get an accurate estimate for your budget! Click here to see the CHEAPEST days to visit EPCOT’s Food and Wine Festival in 2022! Food Now for the main event: FOOD! Well, it’s the main event for us, at least. And, it’s typically the thing you’re going to spend the most money on at the festival, unless you’re buying a BUNCH of merchandise (you do you!). At Food and Wine, like the other EPCOT Festivals, there are food booths with different themes scattered around the park. Tangierine Cafe Spread 2021 Food items tend to cost between $4-$8, and drinks tend cost be between $5-$9 (with some outliers). So, the average cost for each food or drink item at the festival is around $7. These are almost all small plates or portions, so don’t be expecting a full sized steak to come out on a plate. But, that’s a good thing in this case, because it means you get to try more things! And, it won’t be a total loss if you end up absolutely hating something. Japan 2021 There are 25 booths and this year’s festival, along with some additional locations. Realistically, you probably won’t be able to get something from every single booth, just because that is a lot of eating and/or drinking! You could probably do it if you really pushed yourself and shared items with other people. And, if you did do this, you would spend around $175 using the average price of the items, and that’s only if you stick to one thing at each booth. France 2021 But, we know a lot of people only have so much stomach space and time while in the parks, so realistically, let’s say you get a total of 15 items over the entire course of the day. This would have you spending between $100 to $150 per person, and it leaves room for some of those pricier drink options or if you want to get more than one thing at a booth. But remember, you can also share items with people in your group to cut costs and to try more things. It all depends on how hungry you are! Noodle Exchange Bowls 2021 If you want to make SURE you stay on budget while you’re at the Food and Wine Festival, you can use one of our favorite tricks — get a gift card! No, not like a gift card that someone else gives you (although that would definitely help with costs!), but one that you pay for yourself, loading the exact amount of money you want to spend onto it, that way you can’t go over budget! Gift cards can help you budget for your trip! Now, we’re not going to include this into the realistic budget, but if you want to get an Eat to the Beat Dining Package while you’re at the festival, remember that costs extra cash! You can take a look at the pricing right here. Click here to see our 3 budget plans for EPCOT festivals! Merchandise Let’s talk about merchandise. This definitely isn’t a necessity at the festival, but we’re sure a lot of you will want some kind of keepsake from Food and Wine to take home with you! So, if you do want some merch from the festival, make sure to leave some wiggle room in your budget for it. Food and Wine Merch in 2021 Keep in mind that Disney merchandise is usually more expensive than the same kinds of items you would find in stores at home (wouldn’t it be great if there were Target prices at Disney, though?!). There are a LOT of different items that Disney releases for the festival, so we’re just going to talk about some of the more popular things. Festival Logo Collection 2021 Spirit Jerseys at Disney World are usually between $70 to $80, while regular short-sleeved T-shirts are between $30 to $40. Cups like Tervis Tumblers or Corkcicle items run between $25-$35. And, Minnie and Mickey ears can usually be found between $30-$40. 2021 Food and Wine Festival Minnie Ears So, let’s say you get 2 reasonably priced merchandise items while you’re at the festival. Including your food budget, this will probably put you around $200 total for the day, plus the cost of your park ticket. Now, this does NOT mean that you’re for sure going to spend $200 for each person while you’re at the festival — it completely depends on how much you eat, drink, share, and buy. Everyone will have different preferences, which will add up to different costs. But, this should help you get a general idea of what eating a decent amount of items and buying some merch will look like during the festival! Australia 2021 Want to prepare even more for EPCOT’s Food and Wine Festival? We’ve got you! You can check out our full guide to the festival, all of the food menus, all of the NEW food items this year, the entertainment lineup, and more. And remember, even with buying a park ticket, you DO still have to make a Park Pass Reservation for EPCOT in order to get inside the park, just like you have to do at the other parks! We would recommend buying your ticket and making your reservation as soon as you can, because days can sell out and book up. Mexico Booth Menu Items 2021 We’ll be checking out EVERYTHING at the festival, from the food booths to the entertainment, so stay tuned to DFB for MORE coverage of the 2022 EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival! 4 Things You Must Do Before the 2022 EPCOT Food and Wine Festival Begins! Ready to Plan for Your 2022 EPCOT Food and Wine Festival Trip? Order the DFB Guide to the 2022 EPCOT Food & Wine Festival e-Book today! This 250+-page guide to the Festival offers insider tips and advice as well as all of the details you need to know to plan your best Festival visit ever. Your purchase includes several bonus items as well — including what’s new this year, touring plan ideas, and a printable World Showcase Booth Menu Checklist to carry with you as you Eat around the World! Order your 2022 edition today! Don't miss a moment of the fun! Use code Chefs at check-out for 20% off the cover price! Learn More About the 2022 EPCOT Food and Wine Festival! See Our Page Full of Updates About the 2022 EPCOT Food and Wine Festival 2022 EPCOT Food and Wine Festival Booths, Menus, and Food Photos 2022 EPCOT Food and Wine Festival Special Events 2022 EPCOT Food and Wine Festival Low-Cost Seminars and Demonstrations 2022 Eat to the Beat Concert Updates EPCOT Food and Wine Festival Fans Facebook Page 2022 EPCOT Food and Wine Festival Wine and Dine Half Marathon Food and Wine Festival 101 Get More Updates, Tips, and Tricks to Help You Conquer the Food & Wine Festival Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! 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