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Villains have taken over a Disney World lounge, and we’re heading inside to see how they’ve CHANGED this spot! We can’t wait! The Top of the World Lounge at Disney’s Contemporary Resort is located at the top of Bay Lake Tower. It’s reserved for Disney Vacation Club members and has been closed for a long time (though it did briefly reopen for New Years Eve in 2021). It’s finally going to fully reopen soon, and when it does, it’ll have a new VILLAINS theme. We’re going inside early to check out the new menu items — come along with us! Top of the World Lounge — A Villains Lair is officially opening on July 11th. At a media preview, we got to see how this lounge has changed and what new eats and drinks are going to be on the menu. The story behind this lounge’s update is that Disney Villains have been using it as a hang-out while it’s been closed, and although they’ve gone now, they left their mark with new decor and some sinister menu additions. New Menu! Now, you can find Villains-themed eats like The Empress Charcuterie Board, herb-roasted Unfortunate Souls Shrimp, Lair-Made Hummus, and Who’s Afraid of Pork Belly Sliders. Yum! You can also try the Twisted Tales Pretzel… Twisted Tales Pretzel …Cosmic (Plant) Powder Flatbread… Cosmic (Plant) Power Flatbread …and Tomatoes of Terror Flatbread to complete the appetizers menu. Tomatoes of Terror Flatbread And don’t forget about the Seven-Lair Cake for dessert! Seven-Lair Cake Classic beers like Bud Lights and Miller Lite are available, among many others. But the snack menu isn’t the only one that got a villainous update. Some new cocktails are The Cursed Pirate… Cursed Pirate …The Underworld… The Underworld … and Mirror Mirror Moonshine just to name a few. There are also two non-alcoholic drinks on the menu for those who choose not to drink! Lion’s Uncle – Non-Alcoholic! Check out the full list below! Drinks! We were super surprised, but not too upset, to find that this menu truly is totally different from the old lounge menu. Overall, we really enjoyed the atmosphere of the rethemed lounge, and are looking forward to it opening to the public. Look at that spread! This Villains Lair will be open daily from 6PM to midnight — subject to change — and seats are on a first-come, first-served basis. Disney Vacation Club Members with access to Membership Extras and who are staying in Disney World Resort hotels can enjoy this exclusive spot, and guests staying on Members’ reservations are also eligible. Beautiful! Keep following DFB for more of the latest Disney news, and keep an eye out for our FULL review of everything the lounge has to offer! Click here to learn more about the Top of the World Lounge — A Villain’s Lair. 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 been to the Top of the World Lounge in Disney World? Let us know in the comments. Disclosure: In nearly all circumstances, Disney Food Blog writers and photographers pay full price for their own travel, hotel, food, beverage, and event tickets. We do this because it’s important to us as journalists to ensure not only that we give you unbiased opinions, but also that you can trust us to do so since we’re paying our own way. On rare occasions, when we are invited by a company to attend a preview as media, and when we choose to accept that invitation, we will always make you, our readers, aware of that situation. Today, we were invited by Disney World to attend their media preview of the 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 See The New MENU at Disney's Villains-Themed Top of the World Lounge first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Did you know that some offerings still haven’t returned to Disney World after the 2020 park closures? We’ve welcomed back several restaurants and experiences, so what’s still left? Bay Lake Tower at the Contemporary Resort This month, Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique and the Harmony Barber Shop will be returning to Magic Kingdom, and more character meet and greets are coming back as well. Today, we got a FIRST LOOK at a reopening lounge in Disney World — but this spot looks a little bit different than it did before. Maybe it has something to do with a villainous TAKEOVER? The Top of the World Lounge is an exclusive lounge for Disney Vacation Club members, and it’s located at the top of Bay Lake Tower at Disney’s Contemporary Resort. It’s been closed for a long time, and apparently during that closure some Disney VILLAINS used it as a hide-out! We’re heading inside now to get a sneak peek at the changes. Come along with us to check it out! Atmosphere Top of the World Lounge — A Villains Lair is officially opening on July 11th. We attended a media preview to see what’s different about this spot now. The story behind the changes is that Disney Villains have been hanging out here while it’s been closed, and although they’ve gone now, they left their mark with new decor. We were told that there will be several stands with villainous accessories throughout the lounge when it opens, and guests are free to use them to dress up while they’re visiting. The changes mainly included the updated furniture, new artwork, and villains’ accessories, and Halloween music was playing while we were there to really bring the spooky vibes. Menu The villains did more than update the decorations, though. You can now find some sinister eats and drinks on the menu! Disney said that the villains’ recipes and concoctions were so delicious that they decided to keep them on the menu even now that the baddies are gone. New Menu There are choices of Fiendish Fare (appetizers) available, such as The Empress Charcuterie Board, Lair-Made Hummus, Twisted Tales Pretzel, and the Cosmic (Plant) Power Flatbread. And don’t forget about the Seven-Lair Cake for dessert! Eats The cocktails got an evil update as well. Some new additions are the Cursed Pirate, The Other Side, Mirror Mirror Moonshine, and Tower Trap. A couple of zero-proof (non-alcoholic) cocktails include the Queen’s Garden and The Lion’s Uncle. Drinks You can also find Wicked Wines (sparkling, white, and red wines) and Bubbling Brews (beer, hard ciders, and hard seltzers). Some of the new eats We’ll be sharing a full review from Top of the World Lounge soon, so stay tuned for that! The Villains Lair is going to be open daily from 6PM to midnight, although times are subject to change. Seats are on a first-come, first-served basis, open to Disney Vacation Club Members with access to Membership Extras and who are staying in Disney World Resort hotels. Guests staying on Members’ reservations are also eligible. Villain’s Lair Looking for other themed dining around Disney World? Check out when you can dine with characters again at Crystal Palace and who you can eat with at ‘Ohana. As always, keep up with DFB for all your Disney news! Learn more about the Disney Vacation Club here. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Have you visited Top of the World Lounge in Disney World? Let us know in the comments below! 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. Today, we were invited by Disney World to attend their media preview of the 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 Come With Us Into the NEW Villains-Themed Top of the World Lounge in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’re BACK with what’s new in Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Hollywood Studios As you probably know, things change all the time in Disney World and we like to stay up-to-date on all the happenings. Check out all the news straight from Hollywood Studios! Hollywood Studios Construction News Olaf Meet-and-Greet Over at the Olaf Meet-and-Greet, the automated PhotoPass camera was still unavailable. These cameras take automated photos of guests with characters, rather than using a PhotoPass photographer. No automated PhotoPass You’ll just have to rely on using your own camera or phone to take pictures with Olaf! Read more about automated PhotoPass cameras here! Hollywood Studios Merchandise News Tower Hotel Gifts NEW Loungefly Tower of Terror Ears appeared at Tower Hotel Gifts for $39.99! These ears have a red, black, and gold striped pattern with a velvet texture, along with a glow-in-the-dark bow that looks like the elevator numbers from the ride. Tower of Terror Loungefly Ears These are not the first Tower of Terror Minnie Ears we’ve seen but if they’re anything like their predecessor, they’re bound to sell out FAST! Don’t wait too long to grab a pair! Click here for more photos of the new Tower of Terror Minnie Ears! Dok-Ondar’s Over at Dok-Ondar’s Den of Antiquities in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, you can get this Shoulder Armour for $19.99… Shoulder Armor …your very own Sarlacc for $39.99… Sarlacc …and a box of Mystery Treasures for $14.99. Mystery Treasures Let’s check out the next store! Check out this glow-in-the-dark Star Wars backpack! Celebrity 5 & 10 A cute Stitch Pin was available for $9.99 in Celebrity 5 & 10. Stitch Pin And we also noticed a 50th Anniversary Suitcase. 50th Anniversary Suitcase One more stop to go! All the 50th anniversary merchandise you can get online right now! Tatooine Traders Over at Tatooine Traders, there were three new 45th Anniversary Star Wars Pins available for $17.99 each. 3 Star Wars Pins And there you have it! Keep following DFB for more of what’s new all over Disney World! Here’s our ranking of EVERY ride in Hollywood Studios! 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 visited Hollywood Studios recently? Tell us in the comments! The post What's New in Hollywood Studios: Must BUY Tower of Terror Ears first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Disney is partnering with one of our favorite brands again! The True Love’s Kiss Lux Lipstick Vault is here to make our lipstick dreams come true. Check out that packaging! ColourPop has released this magnificent lipstick collection that is celebrating Disney princesses and heroines, and twelve lipstick colors have been released … read below to see if your favorite characters are included! All of the lipsticks come in a soft blush pink packaging fit for Disney royalty, with gold and holographic silhouettes for each character peppering the outside case. The entire vault comes in a limited edition collectible True Love’s Kiss box and retails for $69, but if only a few shades catch your eye, you can grab individual lipsticks for just $10 each! If some of the colors look familiar, that’s because this is their second time around– several shades were released in a prior Disney princess line. If you weren’t able to grab those lippies the first time, now’s your chance! Plus, this vault includes five entirely new shades for some princesses that are now making their ColourPop debut. Keep reading below to see who’s been added! Click here to buy ColourPop’s True Love’s Kiss Lip Vault! Ariel This lipstick based on our favorite mermaid is a soft, warm brown with a satin finish, perfect for transitioning from the end of summer into early fall. This color is a great nude and would be the perfect “your lips but better” shade for a variety of complexions. Look at this stuff! Isn’t it neat? For those with darker skin tones, try lining your lips with a dark brown lip pencil (ColourPop has a ton to choose from!) and then dab this lipstick in the center to blend; this will create a subtle ombre effect that you can wear matte or top with gloss! Click here to buy ColourPop’s True Love’s Kiss Lip in the shade Ariel! Aurora For those that are looking for a pink but prefer nudes, try out Aurora’s color! With packaging featuring the briar rose she is sometimes known for, this mid-tone pink lipstick is giving us major ’90s flashbacks, which is totally fine because it’s totally on trend again! Dreaming of this shade This color is more matte, but don’t worry — ColourPop matte lip products are won’t dry your lips out! If you want to get the smoothest finish, make sure to exfoliate your lips first, like with this organic lip scrub. Click here to buy ColourPop’s True Love’s Kiss Lip in the shade Aurora! Belle Speaking of ’90s lipsticks, this deep berry-brown shade they chose for Belle definitely looks like a color we’ve seen on the Spice Girls! We love this color and think it would look stunning on its own or with a gloss on top. Be our guest and try this shade! To go full vintage, fill in your eyebrows with a dark brow pencil and rim your eyes with the blackest of liners. This one by Wet n Wild is a true staple, and it’s less than a dollar! Click here to buy ColourPop’s True Love’s Kiss Lip in the shade Belle! Cinderella Quick, grab this color before the clock strikes 12! Cinderella’s silvery-blue ball gown would match well with this lip color, which is a unique, cool-toned rose color. The perfect once upon a time color We also love the cute carriage and glass slipper details on the packaging in a stellar holographic foil. Go from cleaning around the house to dancing the night away at the ball with this lipstick! Click here to buy ColourPop’s True Love’s Kiss Lip in the shade Cinderella! Jasmine Out of all the nudes in this collection, Jasmine’s color really stands out! It’s an almost hot pink that is still approachable for those who aren’t ready to commit to super bright colors yet. This pink is hotter than hot! If you want to try this shade out but are still wary about the pigment, we suggest dabbing a little bit on over a lip balm for a light application that will give you a bit of color without it being full on fuchsia! Click here to buy ColourPop’s True Love’s Kiss Lip in the shade Jasmine! Merida Merida’s shade is a classic brick red that compliments a wide variety of skin tones. It has a metallic-like finish, which is a fun way to switch up your normal look. A lovely color for this fiery redhead This lip color is also a new addition and fills a gap in the collection, as well as adding something more unique to the standard matte or satin finish lipsticks. Click here to buy ColourPop’s True Love’s Kiss Lip in the shade Merida! Moana The newest princess on this list and a new shade for the collection, Moana’s shade is a rosy nude. If you’re the type who likes nude lips this is a great choice for you! How far will you go with this lipstick? We think this would be stunning paired with a smokey eye, or go for a more natural look with a light coat of mascara and some faux freckles, which you can easily fake with a product like these freckle pens. Click here to buy ColourPop’s True Love’s Kiss Lip in the shade Moana! Mulan Instead of opting for the intense red she wears during the matchmaker scene, ColourPop designed a more natural color for Mulan’s lipstick. Who said warriors can’t wear makeup? Another warm brown shade, it can come off a bit lighter on darker skin tones, so we suggest pairing with a dark brown liner. Mulan’s fan and blossom comb adorn the case, which we think is a cute touch. Click here to buy ColourPop’s True Love’s Kiss Lip in the shade Mulan! Pocahontas Is it red? Is it brown? It’s almost like they captured all the colors of the wind in this lipstick shade! We’re so glad they decided to create a color for Pocahontas to include in this release. For a gorgeous natural look! An awesome color for autumn, we can just see this terracotta colored lipstick as part of a fun pumpkin patch photoshoot! Click here to buy ColourPop’s True Love’s Kiss Lip in the shade Pocahontas! Rapunzel Probably the most interesting color in the vault, the shade they picked for Rapunzel is a neutral with hints of berry, pulling in purples from her signature dress. Step out of your tower with this stunning shade! This lipstick is also a new shade for the vault. For lovers of a matte-finish, try dusting a thin layer of translucent setting powder on top to take away any shine. Try our favorite, the classic Coty Airspun! Click here to buy ColourPop’s True Love’s Kiss Lip in the shade Rapunzel! Snow White Of course for Disney’s original princess, Snow White’s color is a classic, true red shade. Take a bite out of this lipstick that has full-coverage and will stay put on your lips while still keeping them hydrated. Perfect for Snow, or Marilyn Monroe! A creme finish will give you a luscious looking pout that is as shiny and delicious as a juicy red apple! Click here to buy ColourPop’s True Love’s Kiss Lip in the shade Snow White! Tiana We are completely in love with this rich berry shade they chose for Tiana. All of these lipsticks feature a blend of jojoba and pomegranate seed butters that will give you soft and plump lips. You won’t have to kiss any frogs for this color! Buy this now and save it for fall and winter, because this deep color will be a hit at holiday parties! Click here to buy ColourPop’s True Love’s Kiss Lip in the shade Tiana! What do you think, grab the entire vault or just a few shades? It’s common for ColourPop drops to sell out quickly, so if one (or all!) of these colors catch your eye, make sure to grab them before they’re gone! Find them here on ColourPop’s website. Still looking for some more Disney princess makeup inspo? Check out these lip shades that match your favorite Disney princess’ look! If you’re prepping for a princess Halloween costume, check out all our info on celebrating the spookiest holiday at Disney! Halloween at Walt Disney World Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is Coming BACK! See the Full List of PRICES and DATES for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Check Out Everything CONFIRMED to Return to Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Get All of the Latest Updates on Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Get a First Look at the Halloween Merchandise Coming to Disney World See Photos and Reviews of the Fall and Halloween Treats in Disney World from 2021 Take a Look at the Halloween Decorations in Magic Kingdom from 2021 Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click Here to Subscribe Have you tried ColourPop makeup? Share your review in the comments! The post Grab ColourPop’s New Disney Collab Before Time Runs Out! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Sometimes we have to wait a LONG time for new treats in Disney World, but we FINALLY have an update about one today. Doc Cone Snow White and ice cream fans might remember the plans for the Seven Dwarfs Specialty Cones at Storybook Treats in Magic Kingdom, but so far we’ve only seen two Dwarf Cones (Grumpy and Doc), and it’s been over 6 (!!) MONTHS since we got a new one. But today’s the day! There’s a NEW Dwarf Cone in Disney World, and the star of this cone is none other than DOPEY! Dopey fans are in luck because the Dopey Cone just debuted at Storybook Treats in Magic Kingdom, and this cone is all about DOLE Whip! It’s made with DOLE Whip Lime with Blueberry soft-serve, and it’s served in a lime green cone with a white chocolate belt buckle and a white chocolate Dopey decoration for $5.99. It’s finally here! It’s so cute! You can see it in action in our video below. So when it comes to taste, the DOLE Whip lime flavor is VERY strong and tart, in contrast with the blueberry soft-serve that was milder (but still delicious). We’ve noticed that Disney has been mixing DOLE Whip lime with other flavors in a few treats recently and typically the lime comes out as the dominant flavor. Dopey Cone Don’t get us wrong, we LOVE lime DOLE Whip (and fans of lime would be very happy with this treat!), but sometimes we want to taste the other flavors too. We wish there had been a ribbon of lime instead of a 50/50 split between the lime and the blueberry soft-serve. Cute! We love the bright colors of blue and green, and the Dopey chocolate is super cute. This is definitely one of the more Instagrammable treats available in Disney World. Yum! The Grumpy Cone debuted in November 2021 and it was later replaced by the Doc Cone in January 2022, so by our calculation, the Dopey Cone could be around for a while! Of course, Disney could always change up that pattern and release the next cone in a week, so don’t forget to follow along with us for more updates. Dopey Cone As long as it’s available, you can find the Dopey Cone at Storybook Treats for $5.99. Do you have any guesses about the flavors (or the character!) of the next Dwarf Cone? Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney snack news! Check out our review of the Doc Cone 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. Would you try the Dopey Cone? Tell us in the comments! The post ALERT! Disney World Just Dropped a DOPEY Ice Cream Cone! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Tiana gets a new look and and a new story that picks up where “The Princess and the Frog” ends. Orlando Sentinel tourism reporters Dewayne Bevil and Katie Rice dive into the latest news about Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, the ride set to replace Splash Mountain at Disney’s Magic Kingdom in late 2024. View the full article

Three Walt Disney World workers who refused to wear masks or get vaccinated against COVID have sued the company, saying they were fired for opposing the rules. View the full article

Originally from China, technology manager Margaret Gong has lived all over the world. After graduating college in China, she moved to the United Kingdom and worked in the technology field. Eventually, she found a home with Disney Parks, Experiences and Products Technology and Digital in Seattle. She’s been a cast member for over ten years! […]View the full article

Where are our Marvel fans at? Welcome to Worlds of Marvel If you’ve been planning a trip to Avengers Campus (or if you’ve already been) or if you’re counting down the days until the next Marvel movie or if you’re binge-watching EVERY Marvel thing on Disney+ (again), we might just have found a souvenir you won’t be able to resist. There’s a catch, though — you’ll have to take a cruise to get it! This souvenir comes courtesy of the newest ship in Disney Cruise Line’s fleet, the Disney Wish. During our time on the Wish, we got to enjoy the Worlds of Marvel dining experience, which was AMAZING. Each table in Worlds of Marvel had a Quantum Core on it. Quantum core on the table But there is actually a quantum core you can take home with you — a Quantum Core Sipper! Quantum Core You can order it with a non-alcoholic drink from the kids menu and it’s made with Vanilla Ice Cream, Simply Mango Pineapple, and Pop Rocks. Look at how much it looks like the real thing. It’s almost the same size and EVERYTHING. When you push on the lid, the straw pops out! Which is also so fun because it’s easy to store and use! Quantum Core sipper with the Quantum core It’s such a unique souvenir that you’re not going to find anywhere else, so if you love Marvel, you need it, right? Want to know even MORE about the Disney Wish? We gave regular updates while we were onboard, covering everything from Pirate Night (ARGGHHH!) to Hyperspace Lounge (for you Star Wars fans) to the Frozen dining experience! Want to know more about cruising with Disney? Here’s everything that’s included with the price of your cruise, as well as an idea of what a cruise costs, including the cost of sailing on the Wish. Read our FULL Worlds of Marvel review HERE! 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 Will you be sailing on the Wish soon? Let us know in the comments! Disclosure: In nearly all circumstances, Disney Food Blog writers and photographers pay full price for their own travel, hotel, food, beverage, and event tickets. We do this because it’s important to us as journalists to ensure not only that we give you unbiased opinions, but also that you can trust us to do so since we’re paying our own way. On rare occasions, when we are invited by a company to attend a preview as media, and when we choose to accept that invitation, we will always make you, our readers, aware of that situation. Today, we were invited by Disney 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 You Can Drink Out Of A Quantum Core On the Disney Wish! 😱 first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Ready to take a peek into your home away from home … at sea? When designing the Disney Wish, our goal was for each stateroom to feel like a luxurious, peaceful retreat steeped in enchantment and inspired by dreamy Disney stories. And, I have to say, our Imagineers nailed it. From the soft, magical hues and […]View the full article

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The Disney Wish is the newest addition to the Disney Cruise Line fleet, and it comes with some new and exclusive offerings! Disney Wish cruise ship We were invited to a media event so we could get a preview of all the new features, staterooms, and restaurants (and more) and experience the debut and christening of the Disney Wish. Right now we’re here with a review of the new animation-inspired restaurant exclusive to the ship! Atmosphere 1923 is a family-friendly restaurant inspired by animation, and its name comes from the year the Walt Disney Company was founded. The restaurant is a celebration of the Walt Disney Company, animation, and its Californian heritage. It’s located on Deck 3. ©Disney There are two dining rooms, including the Walt Disney room and the Roy Disney room, which reflect classic Hollywood glamour AND Disney whimsy. We were seated in the Roy Disney Room. Roy Disney Room in 1923 restaurant on the Disney Wish! If you take a look around, there are over 1,000 props and pieces of artwork around the restaurant, with insight into how Disney animation has evolved over the years. You might spot art from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs all the way to Frozen 2! Walls showcase all this amazing memorabilia, which is collected into themes. Peter Pan! Some tables also have porthole views. Table in 1923 And check out the sketch of the Beast looming over this table! 1923 The overall feeling of the dining room is sophisticated and definitely gives Old Hollywood vibes with the dark wood paneling and rich colors in the flooring and upholstery. Old Hollywood Glam vibes The black, white and gold color scheme added to the glam vibes. 1923 restaurant on the Disney Wish Shall we take a look at the menu? 1923 restaurant menu folio Menu The food at 1923 features California flavors, with “sophisticated dishes” designed specifically for families. You’ll find a blend of European, Asian, and South American cuisines, as well as fresh, local ingredients and Napa Valley wines! ©Disney Appetizers include dishes such as Porcini Spiced Ahi Tuna and Fennel, Bartlett Pear, and Tatsoi Salad, as well as Burrata Mozzarella Cheese & Prosciutto di Parma, and Kingswell Duck Confit Pastilla. ©Disney Soup offerings are a Pulled Guinea Hen Corn Chowder and Roasted Roma Tomato Soup, along with a bread service of Fig and Olive Bread. ©Disney Entrees included Tortiglioni Pasta, Italian Flat Parsley and Rosemary-Crusted Rack of Lamb, and a Seared Verlasso Salmon Filet. ©Disney For dessert, you can try the Churros Calientes, a Burbank Blueberry-Lemon Bavarian Cream, or a Flourless Orange Almond Cake. 1923 dessert menu Now it’s time to eat! Eats We tried the Burrata Mozzarella Cheese & Prosciutto di Parma appetizer. Burrata Mozzarella Cheese and Prosciutto di Parma And the Hyperion Four-Cheese Tri-Color Tortelloni. Four Cheese Tricolor Torteloni Appetizer The Tortelloni came with Meyer Lemon, Sun-Dried Tomato, and Artichoke on the side. We found this dish to be flavor-filled, but be aware that the portion-size is small, even for an appetizer. This may be a feature of the dish if you’re enjoying lots of the tastes available on the Wish! Next, we got to try the Fennel, Bartlett Pear, and Tatsoi Salad, which also features Manchego Cheese, Walnuts, and a Sherry Dressing. The fennel was crisp and spicy, and the Manchego cheese was one of our favorite parts! Fennel, Bartlett Pear, and Tatsoi Salad The salad is another selection that might appeal to you if you prefer to start your meal with something on the lighter side. It tasted fresh and we enjoyed the prominent pear flavor, but we felt like it would have been enjoyable if the chunks of Manchego Cheese were smaller and easier to incorporate into bites with the other salad components. We will choose a different appetizer on our next visit to 1923. We also tasted the Pulled Guinea Hen Corn Chowder, which has yukon gold potatoes, cilantro, and smoked bacon. Pulled Guinea Hen Corn Chowder This was our favorite soup we tried in the rotational dining restaurants on the Disney Wish. It was thicker than other soups we encountered on board, and the corn flavor was prominent. There were larger chunks of the Guinea Hen than we expected, and they added flavor and texture to the dish without making it too gamey. And the bread service! You didn’t think we would forget the bread, did you? Fig and Olive Bread with Honey Butter The Fig and Olive Bread is served with a Honey Butter Dip. We expected a thinner consistency in a dip and would consider this offering a honey butter spread, but it was a nice compliment to the bread. Moving on to entrees, we tried the Tortiglioni Pasta. Tortiglioni Pasta Our taster enjoyed the flavors in this meatless entree, with the tomatoes and herbs adding a fresh component. We also had the 1923 Peppered Filet Mignon. 1923 Peppered Filet Mignon Fans of pepper-forward dishes will enjoy this plate. Our steak was peppered on both sides, and the pink peppercorn sauce was our favorite part of this entree. Our filet, which we ordered medium rare, was lackluster compared to the sauce and the Fingerling Potato Hash served on the side. And the final entree we tasted was the Riverside Roasted Green Circle Chicken. Riverside Roasted Green Circle Chicken This dish was served with Brussels Sprouts, a Yukon Potato Fondant, and Honeycrisp Apple Chutney. Sauces were the stars at 1923 — we enjoyed the Cabernet Sauvignon Reduction with this dish. For dessert, we tried the Atwater Fuji Apple Cheesecake. Atwater Fuji Apple Cheesecake This dish was an apple tart on the bottom, with an Italian-type cheesecake on the top. The presentation here was gorgeous, but the dessert was…well, fine. We never pass up a churro if we can help it, so we got the Churros Calientes. Churros Calientes But, as is often the case with a churro — these were colder than we would prefer by the time they got to us. We enjoyed the creamy caramel sauce served with the churros. Nosh or Not Don’t miss your dinner at 1923 if… You’re a HUGE Disney Animation Fan — The details and atmosphere are amazing and there is so much to look at. If you love Disney films, you are going to want to eat here to stare at everything. You’re looking for a quiet and laid back experience You want an upscale dining experience — With bread service and a filet on the menu, dining here feels a bit more upscale than some of the more entertainment based experiences on the ship. You may not LOVE 1923 if… You’re looking for something more outside of the box — While there is a wide range of foods to try here, the menu focuses mostly on steak, pasta, salads, and soups. If you are craving something more adventurous, you may want to dine elsewhere. You are looking for something to keep the family entertained — As we said above, this is a more laid back and quiet experience on the Wish. If you are dining with small kiddos or are just looking for entertainment and a higher energy level, another dining option might be a better bet. Overall This is a gorgeous restaurant. Disney fans will truly enjoy the memorabilia and overall atmosphere at 1923. Diners will find something for everyone — from a pasta dish to steak to rack of lamb. And that was what you could expect in 1923 on the Disney Wish! Keep following along with DFB as we report about all kinds of Disney Wish offerings — so you know everything to expect aboard the Disney Wish! Read more about the 1923 restaurant here! 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 Do you have a trip planned on 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. Today, 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 Follow Along as We Review a Restaurant Dedicated to Walt and Roy -- 1923 on the Disney Wish first appeared on the disney food blog. 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Is there really such a thing as going to Disney World TOO much? EPCOT You may have guessed our answer based on what we do for a living, but we don’t think so! However, if you’re trying to hit up the parks frequently these days, one big obstacle may stand in your way- the Disney Park Pass reservation system. The system has its own set of rules and limitations, and it can be frustrating to use sometimes. However, if you’re hoping to visit this weekend, making park passes just got easier for one select group! When you purchase a Disney World annual pass, you’re given a set number of Disney Park Pass reservations that you can make at a time. (As long as you don’t have an onsite hotel reservation.) Whether you fall into the category of being able to hold 3, 4, or 5 reservations at a time, it can be challenging to plan in advance when you keep hitting that limit. Thankfully, Disney introduced the bonus reservation perk! Tree of Life in Animal Kingdom How do bonus reservations work? Well, when Annual Passholders log into their accounts to make reservations, days marked with a star on the calendar offer bonus reservations, which means that those park passes will not be included in your “count.” Typically, bonus reservations pop up a few days in advance for parks that aren’t booking up quite as quickly, and this weekend, both Animal Kingdom and EPCOT have been added as bonus reservations for Sunday, July 10th. ©Disney So even if you’re completely booked on park pass reservations currently, you can plan a visit to one of those two parks on Sunday! At the time of writing, reservations were also still available for the other two theme parks that day, although it’s likely this will change as we go into the weekend. ©Disney If you’re coming to Disney World in the next few months, we highly recommend that you book your park passes as soon as possible. It’s not uncommon for parks to fill up weeks or months in advance for popular dates, and we’ve even seen “regular” days booked up a couple weeks in advance. It’s not always easy to snag last-minute park passes. Disney’s Hollywood Studios Crowds Keep in mind that a Disney Park Pass reservation is required to visit any of the four theme parks in Disney World. If you’re planning on Park Hopping, you’ll need to make a reservation for your first park and scan your ticket there BEFORE you can hop to the second one after 2PM. These new rules are just some of the changes that Disney World has made in the past few years, so make sure you’re following DFB for all the updates on Disney policies if you haven’t visited in a while! How Disney World Has Totally Changed Over the Past 5 Years — 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. Are you visiting Disney World this weekend? Tell us in the comments! The post MORE Bonus Reservations Available for Disney World Annual Passholders first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’ve been bringing you all kinds of updates about Disney’s newest cruise ship, the Disney Wish! The Disney Wish We recently got to check out all the new activities, character meet-and-greets, and — most importantly — all the new FOOD on board. But before we set sail, we had to work through a few logistical measures. You’ll need to do the same if you’re going on a Disney cruise anytime soon. Here’s everything you need to know about the COVID-19 testing and boarding protocol for the Disney Wish. Before We Arrived Before we even got to Port Canaveral to board the Disney Wish, we completed the Online Check-In and set up Safe Passage accounts. Online Check-In can be completed as early as 30 days before your sailing date, and it must be done at least 1 day before you leave. The process involves filling out information about yourself and your party and selecting a port arrival time. ©Disney That port arrival time is important and potentially why you’ll want to check in as early as possible. You must arrive at the time you choose — you cannot board earlier than that time. If you arrive late, you might have to wait until guests who are on time have finished boarding. Disney Cruise Line Terminal If you won’t be able to board until later on in the day, be sure to choose a time that definitely will work for your group. And if you want to take advantage of as much time as possible on the ship, choose the earliest possible boarding time. Port arrival time slots will fill up closer to the sailing date, so checking in as early as possible makes it more likely that you’ll get the time you want. Disney Cruise Line Terminal When you’re all checked in, you’ll receive a Port Arrival Form via email, which has a QR code. We had to show this code several times throughout the boarding process, so make sure it’s easily accessible! We also created a Safe Passage by Inspire Diagnostics account, which is where guests upload proof of vaccination. All guests who are eligible for a vaccine (ages 5 and older) must be vaccinated to sail with the Disney Cruise Line. You’ll need to upload your proof of vaccination before your sailing date, and you’ll get a separate QR code from Safe Passage to show at the terminal. ©Disney All guests ages 18 years and older need their own Safe Passage account, and a parent or guardian needs to use their account to provide information for minors. This account is linked to your Disney Cruise Line reservation. We also completed a health questionnaire before we arrived, which had questions about potential COVID-19 symptoms. The questionnaire appeared on our Disney Cruise Line Navigator App on Embarkation Day, and Disney also sent it to us in an email. COVID-19 Vaccine Requirements and Testing Vaccine Requirements As we mentioned before, all vaccine-eligible guests (ages 5 and older) must be fully vaccinated before boarding a Disney cruise ship. According to the Disney Cruise Line website, “Disney Cruise Line accepts the following vaccine types: Pfizer, Moderna, Johnson & Johnson, AstraZeneca, Covishield, Novavax, Sinopharm BBIBP-CorV (VeroCell), Sinovac-CoronaVac and Covavaxin (Bharat Biotech).” ©Disney Cruise Line Proof of vaccination should be uploaded to the Safe Passage website, and confirmation can take up to 48 hours. So be sure to upload it more than 2 days before your embarkation day. COVID-19 Testing All guests (even fully vaccinated guests) have to show proof of a negative COVID-19 test result before they can board the ship. There is a testing site available at the terminal. Some guests were being tested on-site, but we decided to test before we arrived and show proof of the negative result at the port. ©WVNS If you choose to be tested for COVID-19 at home before your cruise, you must take the test no more than 2 days before setting sail if you want to be exempt from the embarkation day testing at the terminal. You do have to pay for your own test, whether it’s done at home or at the terminal. The Disney Cruise Line website says that “antigen tests must be completed using a proctored telehealth service and come with digital results that can be uploaded to the Safe Passage website. A nucleic acid amplification test (NAAT) or PCR test also is acceptable. Guests can purchase COVID-19 tests through our third-party vendor, Inspire Diagnostics, or obtain a test from any independent online testing supplier or pharmacy.” ©CDC Once you have your negative COVID-19 test result, you must upload it to your Safe Passage account by midnight before embarkation day. If you don’t do this, you will be required to take a COVID-19 test at the terminal, and you’ll have to pay for that test as well. The terminal test costs $74 plus tax. And if you need a confirmatory test, that one costs $125 plus tax. When all the correct documents are uploaded and reviewed on the Safe Passage website, you should see “Clear to Arrive” in the pre-sail screening section of your Safe Passage account. Guests who test positive for COVID-19 at the terminal will be tested again (a confirmatory test). If they test positive again, they will not be allowed to board the ship. Anyone who was staying in their stateroom will also not be allowed to board. At the terminal For kids ages 4 and under (who aren’t vaccine-eligible), they need to provide proof of a negative COVID-19 test result taken no more than 3 days before the sail date. These results should be uploaded to their parent or guardian’s Safe Passage account before midnight on embarkation day. All kids ages 4 and under will also be required to complete a test at the terminal before boarding (even if their at-home test was negative). This terminal testing is free. There are some exemptions to the COVID-19 testing process, such as for guests who have recently recovered from COVID-19. Read about those exemptions here. Here’s a quick summary of those rules: Guests ages 5 and older: Must be fully vaccinated Must test negative for COVID-19 once — This can be done before the sail date (test up to 2 days before and upload results to Safe Passage) or at the terminal. If you don’t upload negative results to Safe Passage before the sail date, you will be required to test at the terminal. Guests ages 4 and younger: Must test negative for COVID-19 twice — A pre-trip test is required and must be taken no more than 3 days before the sail date. Upload these results to Safe Passage. A COVID-19 test is also required at the terminal before boarding. Face Coverings Face masks are optional throughout the Disney Wish for almost everyone, although Disney strongly recommends that guests wear masks while indoors on the ship. Kids who are 4 years old or younger are still required to wear a face mask at youth activity spaces and in the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique. Face mask Masks might be required at certain ports of call depending on local regulations. Masks are also optional at most places in the boarding terminal, but they are required at COVID-19 testing locations within the terminal. Boarding Process Once we got through the initial check-in with a Cast Member and confirmed our negative COVID-19 test result, we were ready to board! Guests can check their luggage at the terminal, so all you’ll have to do is go to the front desk and confirm your reservation. The Cast Member there gave us our Key to the World cards (our room keys), and we were all set! Checking in one more time We headed up the gangplank and onto the Disney Wish! The Disney Wish There were a couple more steps to officially complete our boarding process. We attended a short presentation with a Cast Member who explained how to use the Disney Cruise Line app during our trip. And then we took part in the Emergency Drill, which each guest can complete on their own. We used the Disney Cruise Line app to find our assigned Assembly Station. Once we arrived there, a Cast Member checked us in to confirm that we completed the drill. We watched a short video about safety information, which explained where life jackets were and what would happen in the case of various potential emergencies. Emergency Drill After the drill was complete, we were free to explore the ship, find a snack, or just hang out until it was time to set sail. Note that staterooms become available at 3PM, so if you board before that time, you’ll need to keep all of your belongings with you (except for any luggage that you check in the terminal, which will be moved to your stateroom). Time to explore the ship! We’ll continue to bring you more updates about Disney’s newest cruise ship, so stay tuned with DFB! Click here to learn more about the Disney Wish. 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 sailing on the Disney Wish soon? Let us know in the comments. Disclosure: In nearly all circumstances, Disney Food Blog writers and photographers pay full price for their own travel, hotel, food, beverage, and event tickets. We do this because it’s important to us as journalists to ensure not only that we give you unbiased opinions, but also that you can trust us to do so since we’re paying our own way. On rare occasions, when we are invited by a company to attend a preview as media, and when we choose to accept that invitation, we will always make you, our readers, aware of that situation. Today, we were invited by Disney World 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. 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If you miss EPCOT’s Maelstrom ride, love beer, are obsessed with hidden Disney details, and are looking for an escape from your day-to-day life, we know just the place you’ve GOT to visit! The Stage in the Grand Hall Disney’s newest cruise ship — the Disney Wish — is bursting with brand-new experiences for guests. We got to explore the entire ship before its maiden voyage, and we took you along with us for every single experience! We’ve shared a FULL review of the new Marvel dining experience, a complete look at the Frozen dinner show, and so much more. Now, we’re bringing you a review of one part of the ship that is covered in Disney details you can’t miss. Keg & Compass is the Disney Wish’s signature pub, and it draws inspiration from a Norwegian sailor’s map room in the 1800’s. If you’re looking for a place to watch live sports, news, and major broadcast events, this is the place you’ll want to visit. Keg & Compass also features a special selection of beers, liquors, wines, and cocktails. Let’s dive in, shall we? Atmosphere Keg & Compass transports you back to the 1800’s and mixes in the rich folklore of Norwegian seafaring with its dark decor and wooden accents. Time to Go In The pub is “inspired by the romance and adventure of the sea.” The decorations you’ll see are inspired by the wood carvings you’d find on a historic Viking ship. Carvings Speaking of carvings, make sure you pay close attention to those portholes in the space. The borders around the portholes were hand carved in Bali and have all kinds of little details hidden in them! How Cool! The borders are designed to look like octopi. In their tentacles, you’ll find little easter eggs like a DOLE Whip… Are You Hungry Octopus? …a Mickey Pretzel… Hey! That’s Our Snack! …and more! There’s a Mickey! While you’re at Keg & Compass, you also can’t forget to look UP! On the ceiling, you’ll find a huge maritime map that has all kinds of hidden easter eggs. Seafarer’s Map of the World One bartender told us that there are so many details on the ceiling that the man who did the work on it is actually going to come and train the staff on all of things hidden in there! During our time there, we found the floating house from Up sailing across South America… See the Balloons? …and we spotted Te Kā along with Moana’s boat near the Pacific Ocean. Anyone else see Maui’s hook too? Do You See It? In terms of seating options, there’s a variety to pick from here. You’ll find booths… Big Booth …small circular tables with chairs… Seating …a longer, elevated table with stools… Longer Table …and a bar with cushioned chairs as well. Bar Seating There were screens throughout the space that, at the time we visited, had the Keg & Compass sign on them. Keg and Compass And we spotted some pretty elaborate beer tap handles! The Bar Overall, the space feels very cozy and warm. Inside Space But, when it comes to easter eggs and hidden details, there’s one that we think will be a HUGE hit with EPCOT fans. Calling all fans of EPCOT’s Maelstrom: this one is for you! This ride, which once existed in the Norway pavilion and has since been replaced with Frozen Ever After, used to feature a line in it that said “You are not the first to pass this way. Nor shall you be the last.” Well, you’ll find that EXACT same line on a plaque above the image of a ship in this bar! It’s a detail Maelstrom fans will have to make a point to find while there. Maelstrom Fans: This One is For You! We also spotted some dice and other items that appeared to be part of a game you can potentially play at this spot. We saw a few of them lined up behind the bar during our trip. Game Now, let’s see what’s on the menu! Menu When you make your way over to Keg & Compass, you’ll be provided with a rather nautical looking menu. Menu Inside, you’ll find a variety of drink options, as well as a few snacks. Menu There are a few different beers available, including 3 that are made just for the Wish, and one named the Maelstrom Stout! There are lagers and ales, stouts and IPAs, wheat & ciders, and specialty beers as well. You can also grab a few different cocktails, some mead, and wine by the glass. Menu There are some beer specials if you want to try a variety of beers while there. And you can even get an exclusive Disney Cruise Line Beer mug for $16. Beer Specials But wait, there’s MORE! Keg & Compass also has some “pub grub” like buffalo wings, loaded potato puffs, fried coconut shrimp and pawn crackers, and more. There are also some desserts, including a brioche bread and butter pudding. So if you don’t necessarily want a full meal, but you’re looking to munch on some snacks with friends while drinking a beer and watching some sports games, this could be a good place to check out! Rest of the Menu An important thing to note about Keg & Compass is that the drinks and Pub Grub/Desserts here are generally NOT included in the cost of your cruise. So if you do come here to try that bread pudding and get an order of buffalo wings, be aware that those will be a separate charge! Beer Tasting Experience During our time on the Disney Wish, we actually got to go to a beer tasting event that was held in Keg & Compass. These were part of an up-charge experience that costs $45. Note that this experience is not something you can just order at Keg & Compass (in other words, it’s not regularly on the menu), it’s something you arrange separately. But all of the beers we got to taste are served at Keg & Compass, so we wanted to include our thoughts on those in case you decide to order any of these while you’re here! As we mentioned before, the Wish has 3 beers that are exclusive to the ship, but none of those were available for us because of a problem with the keg line. First, we had the Ayinger Celebrator Doppelbock. You’ll find this under the “Specialty Beers” portion of the menu. It costs $9.50. This was probably our favorite beer that we tasted and one of the BEST things we drank on the ship. The beer was uncorked almost like a chardonnay and was SO good. It had the robust flavors of something like a stout but was bubbly like a chardonnay. The flavor here was really savory, but also refreshing. The bubbles made it feel light, while it still had that wonderful flavor of a heavier beer. Overall, this was a total WIN for us. Doppelbock Then, there was the Angry Orchard Cider. You’ll find this under the “Wheat & Ciders,” and it costs $7.50. This was your basic, good apple cider. It was a little bit on the more standard side, which can be a bit boring for those looking for something more exciting. But if it’s a good apple cider you’re after, then you’ll find it with this. Angry Orchard Next was the Loose Cannon IPA. You’ll find this under the “Stouts & IPAS” portion of the menu and it is $7.50. We really enjoyed this one. It was less hoppy than we were expecting, had a lot of great flavor to it, and is one we’d drink again! Loose Cannon Then, we got to try the Powder Monkey Pale Ale. This is under the “Lagers & Ales” and costs $7.50. This was easy to drink but had a stronger beer flavor. Powder Monkey And finally, we sampled the Bud Light American Lager. This is under the “Lagers & Ales” and costs $6.50. This tasted like…well, Bud Light! It was a SUPER light beer that went down almost like water with just a hint of beer taste. Bud Light And that’s a look at our time at Keg & Compass! Let’s go over our overall thoughts. Nosh or Not Head on over to Keg & Compass if: You want to catch the news or a sports game — If you don’t want to feel too disconnected while on your cruise and you want to see what’s been going on in the world or what’s been going on with your favorite teams, this is the place to do it! You are looking for a spot to find TONS of Disney details — There are easter eggs galore here, from the octopus carvings to the details in the ceiling. You’ll have plenty to search for here if you’re a big Disney hidden details fan. You want to eat some pub food, get a drink, and soak in that pub environment — If drinking and munching on some snacks at the pub is your idea of a good time, then Keg & Compass is the place to be. You can grab some pub food, sit at a booth with friends, watch the game, and just chat as you hang out. A Cast Member told us that Keg & Compass can get pretty lively after around 9PM, so if you’re looking for that nighttime crowd, then head to this spot a little later in the evening. Skip Keg & Compass if: You don’t want to pay extra — As we mentioned here, the food and drinks at Keg & Compass are generally NOT included in the cost of your Disney cruise. Generally, alcoholic drinks are not included in that cost anyway, but it’s important to note that the food here is also an extra charge. If you’re trying to stick to whatever has been included in your cruise price, this is a place you can visit when open (so you can search for details) but not stay in for eating. You want a really quiet environment at night — A Cast Member told us that this spot can be lively after 9PM, so if you’re looking to spend your late night in a quieter place, then you’ll want to visit earlier in the day. You want a REALLY BIG meal — You could certainly make a meal out of the pub grub here. And if you order more than one item, you could actually create a pretty large meal. But it’s not like the rotational dining restaurants where you can generally order an appetizer, pretty substantially sized entree, and dessert (all included in the cost of your cruise). The items here are not as substantial as, say, a giant rib-eye steak with 2 sides and an appetizer, and not all of them will fill you up as much as a standard dinner on the ship. Overall Overall, Keg & Compass fills that need for a pub environment on the ship. It has the TVs people crave with content from the “outside world,” like sports and news. It also has a welcoming feel and relaxed environment. Plus it is COVERED in fantastic Disney details. It’s a place you’ll definitely want to visit for those details, even if you don’t stay for a beer! Wondering where else adults can go on the Wish to unwind? You can click here to see everything we tried at the Star Wars lounge on the ship, or click here to see what it was like to drink out of a bird(?!). Click here to see all of the details about our adventure on the Wish! Want to learn more about the Disney Wish and Disney Cruise Line? Take a look at the menus on the Disney Wish, and tour the most exclusive stateroom on the ship! If you’re thinking about a Disney Cruise but aren’t sure what’s included in your trip — we’ve got you covered. Stay tuned for more Disney news! 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 setting sail on the Disney Wish any time soon? Let us know in the comments! Disclosure: In nearly all circumstances, Disney Food Blog writers and photographers pay full price for their own travel, hotel, food, beverage, and event tickets. We do this because it’s important to us as journalists to ensure not only that we give you unbiased opinions, but also that you can trust us to do so since we’re paying our own way. On rare occasions, when we are invited by a company to attend a preview as media, and when we choose to accept that invitation, we will always make you, our readers, aware of that situation. We were invited by Disney Cruise Line to attend their media sailing on 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 A Maelstrom Easter Egg, Hidden Details, and Beer -- Join Us at Disney’s Keg & Compass! first appeared on the disney food blog. 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Bonjour from Disneyland Paris Resort — where the 30th Anniversary celebrations are in full swing! Sleeping Beauty Castle in Disneyland Paris Guests can experience special shows, exclusive merchandise, and more at this lengthy event. Not only that, but Avengers Campus — Disneyland Paris is opening SOON on July 20th, 2022! Avengers Campus won’t be the first Marvel-themed experience in Disneyland Paris Resort, though, as Disney’s Hotel New York — The Art of Marvel opened in June 2021. This hotel boasts sleek, New York vibes and all the Marvel you could probably ever want — so come with us to check out Skyline Bar at Disney’s Hotel New York — The Art of Marvel! Welcome to Skyline Bar at Disney’s Hotel New York — The Art of Marvel. This swanky hotel bar is themed after a bar you’d find in a New York City hotel, and it does a great job of emulating that vibe! But, unlike your typical hotel bar, this one sits high in the sky — so high up in fact, that you just might catch a few superheroes flying by! Let’s check it out. Atmosphere As you enter the bar, you’ll notice sleek decor and an upscale vibe everywhere you look. Skyline Bar entrance Like we mentioned before, this bar is meant to feel like you’re overlooking the New York City skyline (hence the name) and there are large “windows” (video screens) that show it off quite well. You can even see some of your favorite Avengers fly by! You might see some superheroes! In addition to the large bar, there are also several different seating areas with tables and chairs. Plenty of seating Now, let’s find out what this menu has in store for us! Menu There are a few savory items on the menu, like crab cakes and chicken wings — and an assortment of different desserts as well. Skyline Bar menu This is a bar, after all, and there were some delicious-sounding Signature Drinks on the menu. Not only that, but there was a decent amount of fun, non-alcoholic drinks as well! Skyline Bar drinks We had to give a couple of these items a try — you know, for science. Eats First up, we tried the Green Smash. This is made with Dark Rum, Blue Curaçao, Mango Purée, Pineapple Juice, Lemon Juice, and Fresh Mint. Green Smash This drink was SUPER minty. It could have just been the one we got, but the mint was so strong you could hardly taste any of the other flavors. The mango and pineapple did add a bit of sweetness, and the lemon gave it a tart flavor. When it came down to it, though, the Green Smash tasted mainly like mint and rum with subtle hints of the other flavors. A little minty We also tried the Orange Fusion Reactor, one of the non-alcoholic offerings on the menu. It’s made with Orange Juice, Passionfruit and Mango Nectars, and Strawberry Coulis. It was extremely sweet and very fruity — so if you’re not a fan of those in drinks, this probably isn’t the mocktail for you. There was some tartness thanks to the orange juice which cut down on the sweetness. We did enjoy this, and it tasted like a tropical vacation! Orange Fusion Reactor Of course, we couldn’t leave without trying one of the desserts! We ordered the Chou Doctor Strange (the Doctor Strange Pastry), a Crispy Puff Pastry with Vanilla Whipped Cream, Red Berry Compote, Merengue, and Coconut. This dessert was simple and extremely tasty. The pastry was soft and the berries were fresh. The whipped cream was the perfect addition. Doctor Strange Pastry Our only complaint is that there wasn’t more of it! Overall If you’re looking for some swanky vibes on your Disneyland Paris visit, the Skyline Bar might just be the perfect place to be! Plus, where else can you enjoy the New York City skyline while watching some of Earth’s Mightiest Heroes pass by? Grab a quick bite, have a drink, and sit back and relax while you decompress from your Disneyland Paris day. Don’t forget to stay tuned to DFB for the latest Disney news and more! Check Out Everything Coming to Disneyland Paris for Halloween Can’t get enough Disney news? Annual Passholders can get discounted tickets to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party! Plus, we just released our FREE printable for all the 2022 EPCOT Food & Wine Festival Booths — you can check it out here! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Have you visited Disney’s Hotel New York — The Art of Marvel? Let us know in the comments! The post REVIEW: An Avengers-Themed Bar?! Say No More. first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

To ensure we are equipping our readers with all the information they need, we will continue to report on all travel, safety, and COVID-related news that could impact a Disney Parks visit. Many restrictions due to the COVID-19 pandemic have eased, both in the world and specifically in the Disney parks. Mask requirements, physical distancing, and other measures seem to be a thing of the past. But the situation with COVID-19 variants continues to change. COVID-19 Health and Safety Sign We recently reported on the BA.2 COVID-19 variant, which is a subset of the Omicron variant. Now, experts have moved on to focus on the BA.4 and BA.5 variants, both of which have become more prominent in America recently. Here’s what you need to know about the variants and how they could impact your upcoming Disney World trip. What Is the BA.5 COVID-19 Variant? The BA.5 COVID-19 variant is another subvariant of Omicron. According to The New York Times, experts have determined that it is now the dominant strain of the coronavirus in the world. It, along with the BA.4 subvariant, have been “fueling an outbreak of cases and hospitalizations.” Face mask Both BA.5 and BA.4 became prominent during the winter of 2021 and 2022. How Is It Different from Past Variants? Although the CDC has stated that there is currently no evidence that these subvariants are “inherently more severe than other Omicron subvariants,” they may be more transmissible than previous strains. COVID-19 Sign in Magic Kingdom The Times reported that both variants have “mutations in their spike proteins,” which may allow them to evade immunity and infect people who have antibodies from previous variants. In fact, scientists suspect that BA.5 will be the most transmissible variant yet in the United States. What’s Going On in the US and the World? The United States — which has a lower vaccination rate than many other countries — is currently experiencing a wave of the BA.5 and BA.4 variants. Positive COVID-19 tests are on the rise, and the rate of infection could grow to be higher than during most other waves of COVID-19 variants, according to the CDC. Experts warn that the risk of infection from these variants is increasing. A professor who has studied BA.5 said, “I think there’s an underappreciation of what it’s going to do to the country, and it already is exerting its effect” (New York Times). COVID-19 Signs In other parts of the world, BA.5 is continuing to become more prominent. In Portugal, cases have risen sharply since May, and hospitalizations are also up. Infection rates and hospitalizations are also increasing in South Africa. And some European countries have reported an increase in COVID-19 cases despite spring waves of previous subvariants. ©CDC via The New York Times Currently, experts don’t know how these subvariants will impact the United States, which was recently hit with the BA.2 subvariant in May and June. The Times reported that “high shares of recent infections from BA.2.12.1 like that in the United States were uncommon among the countries now experiencing waves of BA.4 and BA.5 infections.” So it’s possible that the US will not be hit as hard by the BA.5 variant as other countries are experiencing now. COVID-19 and Disney World Heading to Disney World soon and wondering what’s going on there and how the subvariant could impact things? Mask rules have changed this year, so you’ll want to know what the updated requirements are. Mask Vending Machine Right now, face masks are OPTIONAL for guests in outdoor and indoor locations, as well as Disney transportation. The only exception is First Aid stations, which may still require face masks inside. Disney continues to recommend, however, that guests who are not fully vaccinated wear masks in all indoor spots. Face Mask Disney World has not announced any changes to the current health and safety policies. Disney is continuing to reopen attractions, restaurants, and events in its parks. We recently learned about the return of character dining at some restaurants, and the popular Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue reopened just a couple of weeks ago. More character meet-and-greets are also returning to the parks soon. Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue has reopened We’ll continue to update this post as we learn more about the most recent COVID-19 subvariant, so stay tuned with DFB. Click here to learn more about how COVID-19 is impacting Disney parks and travel in general. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! The post The BA.5 COVID-19 Variant and Disney World: What You Need To Know first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s almost the holiday season! Well…kind of. Disney has been gearing up for this year’s holiday events by announcing new details about Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party and other celebrations. Let’s get ready for the holidays! Now, tickets are on sale for all guests who want to attend Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party in Magic Kingdom this year. And some guests can get a DISCOUNT on those tickets! Find out if you qualify and how much you can save here. Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is returning to Magic Kingdom on select nights from November 8th to December 22nd. The party will have exclusive entertainment and limited-time treats, and guests do need a separate ticket to attend (not just a Disney World park ticket). Those tickets are available for purchase now for all guests. Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Pricing for the event ranges from $149 to $199 per adult ticket, depending on which day you’ll be visiting. But Annual Passholders can SAVE $10 per ticket. Annual Pass For example, tickets cost $149 for regular guests on November 10th, but they’re $139 for Annual Passholders. And on December 1st, a normal ticket is $169, but Annual Passholders only have to pay $159. Holidays in Magic Kingdom Be sure to check the box for “Products and Prices for Annual Passholders” on the page where you purchase tickets to see the discounted prices. ©Disney So if you have a Disney World Annual Pass, make sure to take advantage of those savings! And remember that some dates of the party might be blocked out for certain passes, like around Thanksgiving and closer to Christmas day. We’ll continue to watch for more news about the holiday events at Disney World, so stay tuned with DFB. Disney World’s Annual Pass site GLITCHED recently — learn more 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. Are you planning to attend Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party this year? Let us know in the comments. The post Annual Passholders Get a DISCOUNT for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Tickets first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s almost time for the 2022 EPCOT Food and Wine Festival and we are SO ready to eat! Get our FREE printable EPCOT Food and Wine Festival foods list now! Disney has already announced the food booths, menu items, entertainment, and more, with some exciting things returning (like the Eat to the Beat concert series!) and a NEW booth too! We know how overwhelming it can be to decide where and what you want to eat so we’re here to make your 2022 Food & Wine Festival experience as easy as possible! For the 2022 EPCOT Food and Wine Festival, there will be 25 outdoor kitchens (or booths) around the World Showcase and beyond, with one new booth and lots of returning favorites. The festival will run from July 14th to November 19th, 2022, and some of the booths will have a delayed opening on August 5th. There are a lot of new menu items this year and we can’t wait to give them a try! The 2022 Food and Wine Festival is almost here! But how do you figure out what to eat and where to go?? We’ve got you covered! You may have already seen our handy printable Food & Wine Festival Map, but if you’re like us you want to see a big list of all the food options, so here’s our DFB-exclusive 2022 EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival Foods List to help you narrow down your list of food! Click the photo to download a printable version of our EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival Foods List! You can click the photo above to open it in a new tab, and you’re free to download it to your phone or print it out! Click here or click the photo to download and print the FULL printable! But if you want to know more, like everything there is to eat and do at the Food and Wine Festival, you can also order our DFB Guide to the 2022 Food & Wine Festival here! Our guide is all about helping you make the most of your Food & Wine Festival experience, with tons of tips and tricks and knowledge that will help you navigate the festival like a pro (and impress your friends and family!). Check out our guide! Inside our guide you’ll find over 250 pages of insider tips, reviews, unique festival crawls, and even advice about visiting the festival with dietary restrictions. Best of all, you can use the code CHEFS for 20% off if you order it right now! CLICK HERE TO BUY THE 2022 FOOD AND WINE GUIDE. USE CODE CHEFS TO GET 20% OFF! You can trust DFB to cover everything at the 2022 Food and Wine Festival, so make sure you’re following us to keep up-to-date on all the big news and information you need to know! EVERYTHING confirmed to return to EPCOT’s Food and Wine Festival in 2022. 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! Are you planning to visit the 2022 EPCOT Food & Wine Festival? Tell us in the comments! The post Our FREE DFB Printable For ALL the 2022 EPCOT Food and Wine Festival Booths first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The Dinosaurs in Motion exhibit at the Museum of Discovery and Science in Fort Lauderdale is a blend of science, art and innovation using 14 interactive, recycled life-size metal dinosaur sculptures inspired by actual fossils. View the full article

Isn’t it amazing how fast things can get to you nowadays? We love our Disney merch! We find Disney deals on Amazon frequently, and give you all lists to see what popular items we’ve found (we will admit, some of them are pretty weird). Some items are even Amazon exclusives! If you’re an Amazon Prime member, you just got another perk you may not have been expecting! Amazon has partnered with Grubhub, the popular delivery service, to offer Amazon Prime members a free year of Grubhub delivery (to be clear, members will pay for their food, but not pay delivery fees). GrubHub from D-Luxe! Amazon Prime members must sign up for Grubhub themselves in order to get this offer. Click here to sign up for Grubhub as a Prime Member! ©Grubhub Grubhub also shared, that “in addition to $0 delivery on eligible orders, Grubhub+ members get access to member-only perks and rewards. Members also enjoy a donation match on Grubhub+ orders through Grubhub’s Donate the Change program, which raised more than $25 million in 2021 alone, benefiting more than 20 charitable organizations.” Looking for some merch to buy while you’re on Amazon and waiting for your food to arrive? Check out the Stitch makeup collection that dropped, or maybe the Disney souvenir you can get for under $6! Stay tuned to DFB for all your Disney news! See how you can get FREE Amazon money just by watching a Disney movie! 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 food delivery service is your favorite? Let us know in the comments below! The post Amazon Prime Adds Free Grubhub Delivery For Members! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Legoland Florida holding two-day Lego City Lunar Launch Camp this weekend. View the full article

If you think Disney cruises are only for kids and families, you’re WRONG! The Grand Staircase On Disney’s brand NEW mega cruise ship — the Disney Wish — you can spend a day lounging around the pools, hop on Disney’s first attraction at sea, catch a movie, or stuff your face with ice cream. But you can also enjoy the finer side of life with some FANCY dining experiences! We recently got the chance to hop aboard the Disney Wish to experience everything it has to offer, and we had the opportunity to dine at Enchanté, a new adults-only spot. Is this a must-do experience? Come with us as we experience it all and find out together! Atmosphere Enchanté is an adult-exclusive restaurant onboard the Disney Wish that is themed after Beauty and the Beast. It takes inspiration from Lumière, the candelabra from the movie. Enchante It is one of the Wish’s most elegant dining experiences and even features a gourmet menu by three-Michelin-starred Chef Arnaud Lallement. Such a Beautiful Entrance The restaurant is filled with subtle touches and nods to Beauty and the Beast. Those who look carefully may even spot Lumière himself, hanging from one of the light fixtures! There he is! As you walk into the space, you’ll find an absolutely gorgeous chandelier that reaches far down from the ceiling. Chandelier You then step into a lounge space that is utilized for Champagne and appetizer bites before dinner. So Pretty in Here! In the main restaurant space, you’ll find two intimate dining areas as well as a private, 10-seat dining room. Enchanté In the main dining room areas, there are booth seats along the wall… Booth Seating …and regular tables along the wall of windows. The windows bring in a lot of natural light and offer some pretty spectacular views. Tables At each table you’ll find cloth napkins, wine glasses, and more decor to set the mood. Enchanté The color scheme and decor of the entire space (including that lounge space) really meshes Lumière, Beauty and the Beast, and the sea together, with golds, blues, and tans weaved throughout the seating, tables, and more. And do you spot the red rose on the table? Very in theme! Enchante As you would expect with adult-exclusive experiences, there is a large wine selection, and you’ll pass by some of the wine options within the restaurant. Wine Selection Also, there is a dress code to be aware of here. Guests are asked to come in formal or semi-formal attire, though dress casual “with a polished look” is permitted. Disney specifically notes that this would include “dress pants, jeans in good condition, collared shirts and blouses, and lifestyle shoes.” T-shirts, swimwear, and sports attire are not permitted. Keep in mind that reservations for Enchanté are required and are subject to availability. While many dining experiences on the Disney Cruise are included in the cost of your trip, this adults-only experience is an additional charge. Enchante Also keep in mind that if you opt for dinner at Enchanté, you will have to skip your regularly scheduled Main Dining restaurant. So you’ll want to look at that main dining schedule and carefully see which night you’re willing to skip main dining for so you can check out this special experience. If you need to cancel your Enchanté reservation, there is a cancellation policy requiring 24 hours’ notice. Disney says “Guests who do not honor their reservation will incur 100% of the per person prix-fixe cost, which will be applied to their folio.” Don’t Let that Charge Sneak Up on You! Alright, let’s dive into the menu! Menu As we mentioned above, Enchanté features a gourmet menu that has seasonal ingredients. The options are each crafted by the 3 Michelin-starred Chef Arnaud Lallement—of L’Assiette Champenoise, near Reims, France. If Chef Arnaud Lallement’s name sounds familiar, it may be because he also helped create the menus for Remy, a fine dining spot on the Disney Dream and Disney Fantasy cruise ships! The menu features ingredients sourced from around the world which are meant to be picked when in-season. There are a few different dining experiences you can have at Enchanté. Dinner The standard dinner here is meant to be a “progressive” experience. It starts with some time at the lounge, where you are given a glass of Champagne and a Chef’s choice amuse bouche (basically a small appetizer bite). For the main dinner portion of Enchanté, you’ll receive a fancy little menu featuring Lumière on one side! Menu The menu pops into a stand on the table, and (on the flip side) features the courses available. They are meant to be touchless since they are placed on these little stands directly by your servers. It’s one of the pieces that really points to the fact that this ship was built during a pandemic, when touchless was the name of the game everywhere. Pops Into the Stand The menu here has several options and operates a bit differently than how restaurants like Remy work on the other Disney Cruise Line ships. At Remy, you have 2 prix fixe menu choices — one from chef Scott Hunnel (who used to be the Chef at Victoria & Albert’s and is now the Chef de Cuisine for Disney World Resorts), and one from Chef Arnaud Lallement. At Remy, you can sort-of pick and choose from both menus, but it’s still all prix fixe. At Enchanté, you have 3 different menus to choose from. First, there is something called the “Collection” which is priced at $195. This is a 9-course meal that is meant to combine new dishes with some signature ones. It’s sort-of a Chef’s Table menu where the team chooses what to give you. And if you want to add on the champagne selection, it’s $140 per person. There is also a “Passion” selection which is $125 per person. This is a 5 course meal featuring the items specifically listed there. This menu option features tomatoes, wild halibut, and more. There is also a wine experience that can be added for $115 per person. The Menu And finally, you can also grab some menu items a la carte, including caviar and Maine lobster. From what we’ve seen, Disney is trying to make things a bit more user-friendly, allowing guests to have a little bit more control and choice when it comes to their dining. During a dining panel we attended on the ship (as part of the media event) they noted that the adult dining on the Wish should be “very accessible” in that you don’t necessarily have to have a full meal at these spots. According to the speakers from Disney’s team, you could (in theory) go to a place like Enchanté (or the other adult dining spots on the Wish) and just have a dessert and leave. Or you can go in, have a glass of Champagne, and leave. That is completely different than anything we’ve seen in adult dining on the ships before! Keep in mind, while this is what was expressed to us during that dining panel, you should check to see how things are being coordinated during your trip. It’s not clear how much this will truly be allowed or encouraged because you still need a reservation to even get into these adult dining spots. So again, while that is what some individuals expressed to us during a dining panel, things are subject to change. Champagne Brunch If you’re looking for a fancy brunch spot, Enchanté offers that as well! During brunch, you can enjoy a glass of Champagne as you chow down on a French-inspired prix fixe meal, plus dessert! Just Desserts Those with a sweet tooth will want to check out Enchanté’s special desserts-only offering! This “Just Desserts” option features a 5-course dessert menu with coffee, as well as an “in-depth discussion with Enchanté’s Executive Chef and Pastry Chef, who will discuss the history and evolution of each sweet selection.” Food The Lounge We started our experience in the lounge area with some amuse bouche. During this trip, we were served 3 different little bites. Appetizer Bites One of our appetizer bites (the one in the center) was a cream cheese-based item which they told us was the Chef’s favorite. It might look like it has shaved white chocolate on it, but don’t let that fool you — it’s actually cheese! Amuse Bouche The other 2 appetizer bites were good, but had very strong herbal flavors, especially the green one ! Very Herby Overall, the appetizer bites were good, but the cream cheese-based one was definitely the best! Another Amuse Bouche We also got to have some champagne while there! Champagne and a View After we were done with our Champagne and appetizers, we went into the main dining room. Main Meal During our main meal, one member of our team got the Passion experience, while the other ordered food a la carte. Once we ordered, our servers came with a flourish and took our fancy menus away! Both meal experiences started with what we lovingly call a “butter snail.“ To be clear, there were no snails involved, but it was essentially a giant helping of butter on a dish that (to us) looked like a snail! It was served with tiny bowls of salt and pepper to put on your butter. The team brought some slices of crusty bread throughout our time there. There was no bread basket, but the team would bring you a piece of bread in tongs and then if you finished it they would bring you another. That’s also a big difference from Remy, where there is typically a different bread and butter for every single course. Here, this bread and butter was essentially available the whole time and you could choose to eat it or not, depending on what you wanted. Butter Then we dove into the Amuse Bouche (again, this is basically a small appetizer bite that comes before the main course). This was a cauliflower foam/mousse, on top of which was a disk of puff pastry dough that you break through with your spoon to get to the foam (almost like a creme brûlée, but a savory version). The pastry dough is glazed with olive oil, lamb zest, and pepper. This isn’t something we ordered, but instead is just something everyone gets from the chef! It was a savory way to start off the experience. Amuse Bouche Next up was the Soil-Grown Tomatoes. This is part of the Passion experience, but can also be bought a la carte for $25. There was a LOT going on here with about 4 different pieces as part of the experience. The first thing was a tomato confit. It was essentially a tomato cooked for 12 hours in butter. If a tomato and butter got married, this would be their beautiful creation! It came apart like any cooked tomato (so there wasn’t anything shocking there), but it was basically the butteriest tomato you could ever ask for! Tomato Time! The items on top didn’t really add much flavor though. The primary flavor here was really the butter. It was VERY rich. It was almost a level of butteriness that you wouldn’t even realize a tomato could take on! Would You Try It? The next part of this Soil-Grown Tomatoes experience was something that looked sort-of like a tomato paste in oil. This was probably our least favorite of the 4 different tomato presentations. It had a very soft texture, almost like a tomato mousse. It was very flavorful and acidic, but was much more focused on the acidity versus the butteriness from the first dish. Don’t get us wrong, it was still delicious! But it was still our least favorite of the bunch. Our Next Tomato Dish Our next dish (and our second favorite of the experience) was a block of bread and a tomato vinaigrette. This was SO good! It was very vinegar-forward, so if you’re a big vinegar person, this will be IT for you. Our team member who tried it said they easily could have drank it with a straw (but they are a big vinegar person, so keep that in mind!). Our Block of Bread It was very robust in terms of its flavors. When you dip the bread in the vinaigrette, you get the perfect bite! The bread was dense, but airy enough to be able to soak up all of that vinegar deliciousness. Time to Dip! Finally we got to the most interesting part of the tomato course which was served in a wine glass. It was tomato water with tomato ice cubes! One of our team members said they spoke to several other people on the ship who did NOT like this item. But one of our team members who tried it said that they did like it! It was very herby, and tasted almost as if the V8 tomato drink had been made lighter and crafted with water instead of juice. Would You Be Willing to Give This a Try? It reminded us of spa water, but picture that with tomato instead of the usual cucumber or other flavors. It was very savory and unique. If you’re looking for an item that is unlike anything you’ve ever been served before, this is one you may really enjoy. But be warned, you do need to like tomato for this entire course. It’s not as though that tomato flavor is masked or hidden, so just be aware of that! Our Tomato Course is Done! Then, we got to try the Poularde Fermiere (a.k.a. the chicken!). If you’re wondering, “Fermiere” generally means that something is cooked in the country style. This dish is served with a vegetable confit and poulette sauce. This is something we ordered a la carte and it costs $45. This was excellent! Chicken can often be overcooked, so it can be difficult to keep it juicy and flavorful, but Chef Arnaud Lallement and his team did an amazing job here. The skin left on the chicken kept in a lot of the moistness of the meat and really gave it some great flavoring. The Chicken What we loved most about this dish (and many of the other dishes we tried) is that there was a sauce included. They brought the sauce, put it on the chicken, and then leave the sauce on the table — allowing you to grab more if you wanted! If you’re a sauce person, this is a MAJOR plus. Overall, it was a great dish. It was incredibly savory and was a great portion size (not too big, but big enough). The confit vegetables were also really good and very flavorful, especially the little onions included. Poularde Fermiere Next, we were able to try the Wild Halibut. This dish features onion confit and vermouth. As an a la carte item, it costs $45, but it is included in the “Passion” selection if you opt for that. The halibut was the SURPRISE hit of the meal. It was truly excellent! The onion confit was very flavorful (motion to confit…everything?!). And there was a glaze on the halibut that has a touch of sweetness to it, which was also wonderful. Our Fish The fish was tender, held together well, and wasn’t overly flaky. It captured that perfect balance between salty and sweet, which we really loved. And once again, we have to give a massive shout-out to the sauce served with this dish! It was a really savory sauce that added a TON of flavor to the fish. You know when you get those really thin, useless sauces sometimes that add nothing to your meal? This was NOT that at all. This sauce was incredible, had a really concentrated flavor, and was a fantastic addition to the fish. In short, we wanted this dish to go on FOREVER and it was easily one of the best things we ate there! The Wild Halibut Then it was time to dig into the Squab Pigeon Fermiere, with turnip relish. As an a la carte item, it costs $50, but it is included in the “Passion” selection if you choose to go that route. This was AMAZING (no real shocker there, given the other items we had here). This featured a puff pastry filled with dried tomato, foie gras, pigeon, and a few other items. And once again, it had a SAUCE. YES to ALL the sauce! Pigeon While you cut this one with a knife and fork, it did remind us a bit of a sandwich-type item because of that puff pastry acting as the “bread.” We really enjoyed having that bread element there. The presentation was also fun, making it a bit more unique than what you might normally find in a “fancy” restaurant. Overall, it was really good! The pigeon was a little less flavorful than something like the wagyu beef, but it was still very tasty and the foie gras added a lot of flavor. Note that the foie gras wasn’t listed on the menu as a part of this dish, so it’s something you’ll want to watch out for if that’s an item you normally wouldn’t opt for. The Pigeon The pigeon is definitely on the gamier side, compared to everything else on the menu, but it was still very well done! Would You Order This? For all the steak fans, there is a steak available here, specifically a Grilled Beef. The beef we got was Wagyu from Australia. This comes with poivrade (poivrade means pepper) artichoke and beef jus (another SAUCE, YES!). As an a la carte item, it costs $45. This was good, but unfortunately not as good as we wanted it to be. The Australian Wagyu wasn’t quite as nice as Japanese Wagyu. We had Japanese Wagyu at Palo Steakhouse just a few nights later, and it was (at least in our opinion) better than the Wagyu from Enchanté. The Beef The Wagyu at Enchanté felt a little tough and there wasn’t as much flavor to it as we wanted or expected. It just wasn’t as tender and as rich as we had hoped it would be. While we expected the beef to be our favorite dish here, it actually ended up being our last favorite. The Grilled Beef We also got to try the Langoustines. Normally the John Dory (Sea Urchin and Plankton) would be served with the Passion experience, but they were out of it at the time, so they gave us the Langoustines. These are served with finger lime and a creamy broth. If bought through the a la carte menu, these are priced at $50. According to Food Network, Langoustines are similar in appearance to crayfish, but they are actually a relative of the lobster. They are smaller than lobster, but are often sold as something called “Norway lobster.” Langoustines are actually quite rare, which is what makes them expensive. This dish was very interesting and unlike anything our team member had ever had in their life! It featured a base with a sort of crunchy shell, a pile of stone crab, and the top was langoustine jello. The sauce served with it was very good. While our reporter said that they liked it, they did say that this is probably one of the most unique and challenging dishes they encountered. Primarily, the taste of the stone crab was what came through, paired with a sort-of shellfish flavor from the Langoustine jello. The jello was served chilled and did have that jello texture, but was thin enough to not be off-putting. The sauce was really what sold it here though! It added a citrus/lemon-y flavor to the dish and really tied things together. Overall, this dish was challenging to the palette. It’s one of those things that is hard to describe because it was so unique. But, at least for our team member who tried it, the combination of the chewy stone crab, the crunchy piece on the bottom, and that tasty sauce made it something they’d try again. Langoustines Then, we got to check out the Cheese Cart. This is included in the “Passion” selection. This is a phenomenal experience! There were around 9 cheeses available, along with dried fruits on the side. The cheeses were pretty standard — there was a brie, gouda, port salut, some goat cheeses, and a blue cheese. It was pretty much what you’d expect from a cheese plate experience. That’s a LOT of Cheese You didn’t get to really choose which cheeses you got at first. Initially, they’d cut you a piece of each cheese, but if you wanted more of one in particular, you could then get more of that one. There was one that was SUPER delicious that had a maple flavor to it and we definitely went in for seconds there! It was a wonderful way to start wrapping up the evening, but it’s not quite the end of the experience! What Would You Get? We ended our time here with dessert! There were a variety of options. Dessert! First, there were some little domed treats. The row in the middle was made of green chocolate domes, and on the outside there were 4 little other yellow sweet treats. Dessert One dessert was a sort-of coffee tart. Dessert And yes, there were little gourmet fruit roll-ups! Never thought you’d see the day when fruit roll-ups would get a serious upgrade, did you? Dessert We also got to grab a chocolate bar, which was essentially a chocolate mousse with little wafers inside separating the layers of mousse, and ganache over the top of it. It was also served with some chocolate ice cream with wafers on it. Overall, it wasn’t anything particularly incredible. But if you’re craving chocolate, it might be the one you’ll want to go for. This is one you’ll need to order separately from what we understand. Chocolate Bar Dessert Now let’s take a look at the drinks! Drinks There are a variety of drinks available here, as we had mentioned before. Some of the Bottles You’ll find things like a Trimbach Riesling, and much more. Our Selection And that’s a full look at our time at Enchanté! Let’s talk about whether this spot might be right for you. Nosh or Not Dish out the dollars for Enchanté if: You’re looking for a truly elevated dining experience on the Wish — If you want to feel luxurious and like you’re really eating some of the finest dishes onboard, this is where you’ll want to go. You’re looking for a special way to celebrate — Whether it’s a birthday, honeymoon, anniversary, new job, or anything else, if you’re looking for a place to celebrate a special occasion, this could be just the intimate spot to do so. You want to try some more unique dishes — Between the pigeon and a tomato course with tomato water and tomato ice cubes, there are some more unique items here. You’ll also find “safer” dishes, like the chicken or even the beef, but if you’re willing to be a little adventurous with your meal, you can check out this spot! Skip Enchanté if: You’re on a tight budget — Unlike other restaurants on the cruise, Enchanté is not included in the cost of your trip. You’ll need to pay separately for it, and it isn’t cheap! If you’re already feeling like you’ve spent enough on the cruise itself, then spending MORE to get access to this dining experience might not be the best move. You’re looking for a simpler menu — If you’re not into being adventurous with your meal, then you may want to skip the meal here. As we mentioned above, there are some safer choices, but even those aren’t your standard chicken tenders and fries. If it’s a cheeseburger you’re after, you’re likely in the wrong spot! You’re looking for a meal with entertainment — Enchanté offers some seriously fancy eats in a fancy setting, but aside from quiet conversation and ocean views, it doesn’t have much in terms of entertainment. From a pure entertainment perspective, something like Arendelle or Worlds of Marvel might be a better pick. Overall Overall, Enchanté provides fine dining in a gorgeous environment. The details here in terms of decor are stunning, and you truly feel like you’re in a relaxing yet sophisticated place. Couple that with the amazing views and you’ve got the perfect place for a swanky meal. The food itself is generally fantastic. While the Wagyu beef wasn’t our favorite, we were blown away by the Halibut, and the Soil-Grown Tomatoes experience along with the Langoustines proved to be some of the most unique dining experiences we’ve ever had. Enchante If you’re looking for a fancy spot to spend your time, have truly gourmet food with incredible sauces and some spot-on flavors, and just really feel luxurious, this is one of the best places to do so on the Disney Wish. That’s no surprise, given that this place features a menu from three-Michelin-starred Chef Arnaud Lallement! We’ll be bringing you more information and reviews from the Disney Wish, so make sure to stay tuned to DFB for the latest Disney Wish news and updates! Click here to see our FULL coverage of the Disney Wish! 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