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Mother’s Day is almost here! Disney Springs There are tons of Mother’s Day treats and special events coming to Disney World this weekend. But if you’re looking for a limited edition souvenir AND drink combo for Mother’s Day, then one Disney Springs spot has you covered! If you’re in Disney Springs celebrating Mother’s Day this weekend, then you can head over to Wine Bar George to grab one of their limited edition Corkcicle cups with a FREE cocktail! The cups are a collaboration with Rifle Paper Co., and feature beautiful floral designs! You can get a complimentary Frosé, Friezling, or Freaujolais with the Corkcicle, so not only do you get a pretty cup, but you also get something to sip on while you walk around Disney Springs! Outdoor Seating at Wine Bar George Make sure you head over to Wine Bar George if you want to grab these special Corkcicle cups, and stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney updates! Click here to see 11 You Can Pamper Your Disney-Loving Mom this Mother’s Day! 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 heading to Disney Springs to celebrate Mother’s Day? Let us know in the comments! The post See What NEW Limited Edition Items Have Arrived at Wine Bar George in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’ve just finished trying out all kinds of May the Fourth treats in Disney World, but it’s already on to the next holiday. Leave the Blue Milk, Galactic Swirl Funnel Cake, and Millennium Falcon Sundae behind — we’re ready to celebrate Mother’s Day! Let’s celebrate Mother’s Day! There are a LOT of treats coming to Disney World and Disneyland in honor of this holiday, and we’re trying out all the new ones so that you know which to BUY and which to SKIP. Let’s head to one Disney World hotel to check out a brand-new cupcake! Disney’s BoardWalk Inn is home to the BoardWalk Bakery, which is where you’ll find the new Jumbo Cupcake. Although this cupcake is pretty big, that’s not why it’s called “Jumbo.” It’s actually named after Dumbo’s mom, Mrs. Jumbo! BoardWalk Bakery This cupcake is a Chocolate Cupcake with a Peanut Butter Filling, topped with Vanilla Buttercream and decorated with White Crispy Pearls and a White Chocolate Decal featuring Mrs. Jumbo and Dumbo. There it is! In our humble opinion, peanut butter and chocolate is a match made in heaven. So how did it work out in this new cupcake? Let’s find out! Cute! This treat is basically a Reese’s in cupcake form, and we are HERE FOR IT . The chocolate cake is nice and moist and has a simple but tasty chocolate flavor. There wasn’t anything super amazing about the cake itself, but combined with the peanut butter filling, it was taken to a whole other level. Reese’s but make it a cupcake The filling wasn’t thick like real peanut butter. Instead, it was more of a smooth peanut butter icing. It was also cold, which reminded us of when we put a Reese’s in the freezer before eating it — does anyone else do that? Somehow they taste better that way…. The vanilla buttercream is very sugary, and we didn’t really think the cupcake needed THAT much frosting on top. But if you want an extra sugar kick, it is definitely creamy and sweet! (Kids will love that about this treat.) And the little green sprinkles on top added some fun texture. Jumbo Cupcake toppings The white pearl crisps are fun, but if you’re going to eat them, make sure you do that BEFORE you take off the striped cupcake paper. They tend to fall off when you remove that liner! Chocolate + Peanut Butter = YUM If we had to give a criticism, we could’ve used a little more chocolate flavor from the cake and a little less buttercream on top. Maybe topping it with chocolate buttercream instead of vanilla is the answer to both of those issues? We think that change might have made this the perfect cupcake. But honestly, the cupcake was delicious as is, so we’d still recommend it to any chocolate + peanut butter lovers out there. Look at all that peanut butter goodness If you want to try out the Jumbo Cupcake, hurry in to the Boardwalk Bakery soon! This treat is only available from May 5th through the 8th. You can get one for $6.29. And remember that you can use Mobile Order at this spot to skip the line and get your cupcake faster! Keep following DFB for more reviews of all the newest treats at Disney World. Check out a FULL LIST of Mother’s Day treats coming to Disney World and Disneyland 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 try the Jumbo Cupcake in Disney World? Let us know in the comments. The post REVIEW: Disney’s Jumbo Cupcake Was 1 Flavor Short of PERFECTION first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. You need a little retail therapy this week? Gotta get your mind off of some things? We’ve got you. Magic Kingdom A ton of stuff has happened in the Disney parks recently. In recent days and weeks we’ve celebrated May the 4th, got updates on the projects at EPCOT, and learned more about this year’s Halloween celebrations in the parks. There has been a lot going on in the realm of Disney news, but it has also been a big week in Disney merchandise as well! So today, we’re sharing ALL the new items that Disney fans can now buy online. So go on, treat yourself! Star Wars Merchandise Let’s kick this off with some new merch for May the 4th! First of all, ColourPop Cosmetics released a STELLAR new Star Wars collection with everything from lipstick to jelly shadow to full shadow palettes. And it’s all inspired by the original trilogy — the movies that started it all! ©ColourPop You can buy the items individually, or you could purchase the whole collection for $105. Some items have already sold out though, so be sure to act fast! Check Out the Products Here! Disney Movie Merchandise Alright Disney movie fans, now it’s your turn! First up, we got the final Stitch Crashes Disney series online, and this one is inspired by Mulan. New online this week is the collectible pin, mug, and t-shirt. The plush and MagicBand were released online too but have sold out. So cute! Also, we got several new Disney movie mugs! You could pick the adorable Winnie the Pooh rainbow design or check out the (very emotional!) Up-themed mug. There are different designs for every taste. ©Disney The mugs all range in price between $14.99 and $19.99. Click Here to See ALL the New Mugs! Pixar Merchandise And finally, Enso rings has introduced a NEW way to buy their popular Pixar collection online! We’ve seen these rings before, but now you can buy them in themed boxes, and you’ll actually save some money by purchasing the bundle. ©Enso With these bundles, you can get TWO Pixar ring designs for $79.99. (They’re $44.99 each on their own.) See the New Pixar Boxes Here! That’s everything new online this week for now! Stay tuned to DFB for the latest news and updates on all the hottest merchandise. We’ve got you covered with all the details you need to know! Click Here for EVERY Pair of Minnie Ears You Can Buy Online Right Now! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What’s the last Disney item you bought online? Tell us in the comments! The post The 5 Minute Disney Retail Therapy Session You Need This Week first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

STOP EVERYTHING. Put down your homework/work/etc., sit back, relax, and get ready to go on a wild trip through this week’s Disney news! Time to Take a Visit to the Most Magical Place on Earth From a FULL look at EPCOT’s Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind (we got to ride it and we’re taking you along with us!) to huge updates about the EPCOT Transformation and more — this week was a big one for Disney news. Ready to hear all about it? Let’s dive in! 1 — We Rode Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind! This week we were able to attend a special media preview of Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind and we got the chance to experience the FULL attraction multiple times! Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Nova Corps Ship For a FULL look at the ride (with spoilers) click here! Guardians Ending Area If you’d prefer to go for a spoiler-free review, you can click here and read that. Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Want to get a look at just the queue? We’ve got you covered with this post! ©Disney And what about those easter eggs in the ride? There are PLENTY, including references to old EPCOT attractions like Horizons! Click here to see the easter eggs you don’t want to miss. Hidden Mickey! What about intensity? Will the Guardians coaster make you BARF?! Well, it might… . Click here to get our full thoughts on motion sickness aboard the Guardians coaster. Loading Area And what’s a Disney ride without a GIFT SHOP?! Check out ALL the details you need to know about this gift shop and get a look at all of the awesome new merch. What Would You Get? And finally, you can’t forget about that on-ride photo! Cosmic Rewind will feature an on-ride photo, as well as some other PhotoPass opportunities. Click here to learn more about them! Get a photo with the Starblaster! Cosmic Rewind will officially open on May 27th and will feature a virtual queue (no standby line) and access through Individual Attraction Selection (pay-per-ride). Tap Point We’ll continue to bring you all of the latest updates on this ride, so stay tuned for more! Click here to see our full look at the Guardians coaster 2 — Big EPCOT Transformation Updates Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind isn’t the only thing left for the EPCOT Transformation though! There’s still quite a bit in the works for this park, and this week we got some huge updates. First, we got a look at some NEW concept art for Journey of Water — Inspired by Moana — a lush exploration trail coming to EPCOT. ©Disney The new concept art gives us some more clues about just what fans can expect to enjoy in this trail and how big it’ll be. Click here to learn more about the Moana attraction update! This week, Disney also shared some new details about some spaces coming toward the front of the park — some gardens in World Celebration, which will change with the seasons and feature a unique centerpiece inspired by EPCOT’s logo… ©Disney …and 2 new festival areas — CommuniCore Hall and CommuniCore Plaza! ©Disney With CommuniCore Plaza, guests will be able to watch Festival-related performances and otherwise enjoy the outdoor space. CommuniCore Hall will be a purpose-built hall that will allow for things like a demonstration kitchen and more. Click here to learn more about these areas! But that’s not all! Within CommuniCore Hall, there will also be a Mickey & Friends meet-and-greet area! We can’t wait to learn more about these things in the coming months. While Disney shared a lot of news about the EPCOT Transformation recently, there’s one thing they totally left out. Click here to learn more. Click here for a summary on the NEW things coming to EPCOT 3 — MagicBand+ Accidentally Released EARLY and FIRST LOOKS This week was also a big one when it comes to MagicBand+ news. If you’re not aware, MagicBand+ is the NEW version of MagicBands that will be available in Disney World later this summer. Early in the week, MagicBand+ was ACCIDENTALLY released in Disney World and we were able to grab one. MagicBand+ We shared a FULL look at the band itself, what it can do right now (somewhat limited since it was accidentally released early), and just why it’ll feel DIFFERENT compared to the MagicBands you’re used to. New vs. Old (but the new isn’t available yet!) We attended a media event later in the week where we were able to learn even MORE about MagicBand+. During the event, we got to actually see the MagicBand+ in ACTION and we got to test out a variety of functions. MagicBand+ From lighting up and interacting with 50th Anniversary statues… Collecting statues …to FULL details about how MagicBand+ will take your Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge experience to the next level, we got all the information you need to know. ‘Star Wars’ MagicBand+ MagicBand+ will debut in Disney World this summer, and we expect that more details will be released soon, so check back with us for all of the latest updates. Click here for the only MagicBand+ guide you need to read for Disney World! 4 — Hey, Disney! Updates This week we also got an exclusive look at the Hey, Disney! Alexa voice assistant coming soon to Disney World hotels (and your at-home Alexa systems too!). Hey, Disney!, made in partnership with Amazon’s Alexa, will be installed in every single Disney World hotel room, and will also be coming to Disneyland Resort. As mentioned above, it’ll also be available for fans to purchase for their Alexa devices at home. Hey, Disney! We actually got to see Hey, Disney! in action and get a peek at the skills it’ll have, including the ability to tell jokes, provide character messages for guests when they arrive at their hotel room, tell stories, and more. Hey, Disney! Will Be Able to Answer Some Helpful Questions Hey, Disney! will also be able to help with basic questions, getting certain hotel items (like extra towels), telling you the weather, and other things. It’ll even connect with MagicBand+! To see photos and videos of Hey, Disney! in action, and learn all about the different skills it’ll have, click here! 5 — Fantasmic! News and More But wait…there’s MORE! This week we also got some NEW details about Fantasmic! and what it’ll feature when it returns to Disney World. Click here to find out more! Fantasmic! Billboard We were also able to check out Disney’s latest Star Wars collectibles — including an action figure spirit jersey! (Plus we ate a whole bunch of May the 4th treats in celebration of the Star Wars holiday.) Spirit Jersey Ever wanted to bring home the smell of the Navi River Journey ride from Animal Kingdom? Well, soon you’ll be able to! A NEW candle that smells just like this ride, and a whole bunch of other new merchandise is coming to Disney World soon and we got an exclusive FIRST LOOK! Pandora Candle That’s it for this week’s big news! But, of course, other news was also shared this past week. Learn about those stories by clicking the links below: Get an UPDATE on the airport train to Disney World Scented Mickey BEIGNET ears have arrived in Disney World An Encanto attraction might be coming to the parks sooner than you think See how to WIN a FREE 5-day vacation to Disney World Get a look inside the world’s first hotel in ACTUAL SPACE Mickey Beignet EARS What do gas prices look like in Florida right now? Click here so you know what to expect See what attraction will CLOSE before the Food & Wine Festival in EPCOT Check out a COMPLETE LIST of treats to celebrate Asian Pacific American Heritage Month There’s a FREE Star Wars VR experience in Disney Springs ‘Star Wars’: Tales From the Galaxy’s Edge What could REPLACE Disney World’s Reedy Creek Improvement District? Some Florida Senators share what they’ve heard Disney’s chief corporate affairs officer has left after just months on the job A U.S. Congressman has called for the END of Disney’s no-fly zones A U.S. Senator has warned about introducing a bill to END Disney’s “special copyright protections” Taxpayers have SUED Florida’s governor for dissolving Disney World’s Reedy Creek Improvement District Florida Governor Ron DeSantis ©Deadline A NEW Disney Skyliner Popcorn Bucket has arrived! See photos of Spaceship Earth being EVACUATED And that’s it for this week. Check back with us next week for more Disney news! May showtimes are MISSING for Disney World’s KiteTails — Click here for more details Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What news from this week surprised you the most? 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. Recently, we were invited by Disney World to attend their media previews of the EPCOT Transformation, Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, MagicBand+, and more. 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 MagicBand+, Guardians of the Galaxy Coaster, and More -- We Have ALL the Disney News You Need Right Here first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Mother’s Day is just a few days away, but we can’t contain all of our love and gratitude for moms in just one day! So starting tomorrow and continuing all month long, we’re honoring moms and the mother figures in our lives with a little help from our friends at AdventHealth. Taking place at Disney […]View the full article

Disney World is constantly celebrating things (and often it celebrates many things all at the same time!). This month is Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month, which has brought its own set of celebrations to Disney. Amorette’s Patisserie in Disney Springs As part of this celebration, the talented folks at Disney have whipped up a whole smorgasbord of eats and drinks that showcase AANHPI flavors and culture — and we’re reviewing one of those treats for you today! Amorette’s Patisserie in Disney Springs is a bakery that specializes in all kinds of delicious treats, and we recently stopped by to try their limited-time offering for Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Heritage Month — the Ube Banana Mousse! Ube Banana Mousse from Amorette’s This Filipino-inspired dessert is an ube chiffon cake layered with banana-caramel mousse and banana liquor glaçage. Ube is a purple yam and is a popular ingredient in the Philippines, often used in desserts after being boiled and mashed. Talk about a pretty dessert! First things first, this thing is beautiful — we love the bright colors! It was almost too pretty to eat…almost. Look at this thing! We thought this cake was remarkable! It’s not too sweet and definitely a different take on a dessert made with ube — which was the main flavor here. The cake was moist and reminded us of an opera cake. The banana was subtle but absolutely present. The mix of the flavors created a great balance. We’re ube fans around here. There was a bitter aftertaste most likely due to the banana liquor, but we didn’t really mind that. The ube flavor might be a little more on the unique side for some, but, again, it’s something we enjoyed. If you’re looking to try something new, this is something worth trying — but picky eaters might want to act with caution. Ube Banana Mousse This treat is available right now for a limited time at Amorette’s Patisserie, and you can get it for $8! Be sure to head on over if this sounds like a sweet treat you need to eat, and don’t forget to stay tuned to DFB! Check Out Disney World’s Newest Snack — It’s Sheer Madness 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 Amorette’s Patisserie in Disney Springs? Let us know in the comments! The post REVIEW: A Disney Dessert With Unique Flavors Just Won the Cake Game first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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We’ve got a bad feeling about this… . It’s here! By bad, we actually mean good, but our wallets might think it’s bad because the new Vera Bradley x Star Wars collection has officially arrived at Disney World! Although we’d already seen a sneak peek at some of the designs, we made a trip over to the Vera Bradley store at Disney Springs to see the collection in its entirety. The collection is almost as huge as the galaxy itself, with a WIDE variety of things to choose from, including a TON of new bags and accessories. Purses, Bags, and Wallets If you’re looking for a new purse or bag, there are PLENTY to choose from. There’s a ReActiv Sling Backpack for $68… Sling backpack …a Small Tote for $120… Leia and R2-D2! …a Campus Backpack for $145… Cool backpack …a Triple Compartment Crossbody Bag for $88… Cute crossbody …a Triple Zip Hipster Bag for $85… Hipster Bag …a Market Tote for $15… Cue Imperial March …a Whimsy Cosmetic Bag for $60… Rebel Alliance cosmetic bag …a Petite Zip-Around Wallet for $42… Small wallet …a Leia and R2-D2 ID Case for $25… Leia and R2 again! …a Yoda ID Case for $25… YODA! …a Stormtroopers ID Case for $25… What is up with that one Stormtrooper? …and an ID Lanyard. ID Lanyard The ID Lanyard is $40. We Paid Nearly $20 for Star Wars Pasta in Disneyland — Was It WORTH IT? Accessories You can also get some fun accessories, including a Princess Leia Bag Charm… Bag Charm …and a Darth Vader Bag Charm. It’s Vader! Both Bag Charms are $30 each. This Home Decor Is Star Wars-Themed, and That’s Not Even the Coolest Thing About It — Click Here To Learn More! Clothing There are even some clothing items, including a Pajama Short Sleeve Shirt for $40… We’d wear this as a regular tee …Jogger Pajama Pants for $50… Pajama pants …a Short Sleeve Graphic Tee for $30… Cute tee! …and a Hooded Fleece Robe! So fuzzy The robe is $75. Here’s The Limited-Edition Star Wars Item You WON’T Find in a Merch Store Home There is even a line of home items in this collection! There’s a Double Wall Tumbler with Straw for $25… Great way to stay hydrated …a Travel Mug for $25… Take your coffee –and the Force — with you …an Apron for $38… Star Wars apron? Yes, please! …a Pot Holder and Oven Mitt Set for $32… For your kitchen! …a Textured Plush Throw… It’s textured! …a Princess Leia Plush Throw… Leia! …and a Darth Vader and Stormtroopers Plush Throw. Who doesn’t love fuzzy blankets? All throws are $70! So if you’re a big fan of Star Wars and have been waiting to grab this collection, head to Disney Springs now to check it out while it’s still available! You can also visit the Vera Bradley online store to grab some items, but select items have already started to sell out. We’ll keep an eye out for more new Star Wars merchandise, so stay tuned to DFB for more! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Have you bought anything from this collection yet? Let us know in the comments! The post Star Wars Fans: The Vera Bradley Collection of Your Dreams Has Arrived in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

I wouldn’t be the person I am today without the incredible teachers I was so lucky to have over the years, and I’m feeling particularly grateful for each and every one of them as we round out Teacher Appreciation Week. Teachers often leave a lasting impact on our lives, and one of the many reasons […]View the full article

Disney World’s reopening has been a long process, with things slowly returning to normal over the course of the past two years. Disney’s Animal Kingdom We’ve seen dozens of restaurant reopenings, the return of many entertainment options, and some offerings that weren’t available when the parks first reopened are back now. Now, we’ve got an update on when one beloved perk may return! Several months ago, parking lot trams returned to Magic Kingdom, with the promise that they’d soon return to all four parks in 2022. Since then, Disney hasn’t shared any details about when they might be back at the other three parks. However, today we spoke with a Guest Relations Cast Member at Disney’s Animal Kingdom who shared that trams would be back at that park on May 27th. Magic Kingdom Parking Lot Trams! The Cast Member noted that no announcements had been made yet for EPCOT or Hollywood Studios trams. Keep in mind, this is just what we heard from one Cast Member and things are subject to change. Disney has not yet made an official announcement. We will be sure to keep an eye out for any updates on that. We will say, over the past few months, many may have felt like Animal Kingdom’s LARGE parking lot has been the “worst” of the remaining three to navigate. A long walk back to your car at the end of a day in Animal Kingdom can be pretty exhausting, so we have a feeling that many will be excited to see those trams come back sooner rather than later! Disney’s Animal Kingdom Again, at this time, the Disney World website has not been updated with this new information. Keep in mind that this isn’t an official announcement from Disney, but we’ll update you if one is made in the next few weeks. Stay tuned to DFB for the latest news from Disney World! 5 Big Disney World Changes for 2022 — Click Here! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Do you use the parking trams or do you walk to your car when visiting Disney World? Tell us in the comments! The post UPDATE on When Parking Lot Trams Will Return to Another Disney World Park first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World is gearing up for Mother’s Day this weekend with all kinds of fun festivities. Disney Springs From Mother’s Day brunches to limited-edition treats, Disney World is a great spot to celebrate all the things that make moms great! We’ve already tried a yummy strawberry mousse treat and an extremely sweet strawberry cupcake — but there’s another exclusive treat coming back to a popular Disney Springs spot! Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew is a popular spot where guests can pick up both signature and classic donuts, cold brew coffees, sandwiches, and more! Everglazed Donuts and Cold Brew And if you needed another reason to visit Everglazed, Disney has just provided you with one! For a limited time, Everglazed is celebrating moms everywhere with the return of their Mother’s Day Donut. We’ve tried this one in the past and really enjoyed it. Mother’s Day Donut It’s a vanilla glazed donut topped with buttercream frosting, pastel floral candies, a fondant rose, and green buttercream leaves. Although it’s a pretty simple donut, we thought it was great — though there was a LOT of frosting! Frosting fans will probably LOVE this! That’s a LOT of frosting! Head on over to Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew from May 6th-8th if you want to celebrate mom with this treat — they’ll also be serving up a limited-time Rose Lemonade for the occasion if you want to grab that too! For the latest Disney snack news and more, don’t forget to stay tuned to DFB. Check Out Disney Springs’ Newest Ice Cream Shop! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What’s your favorite Disney Springs spot to get a sweet treat? Let us know in the comments! The post Why Frosting Fans Should Go to Disney Springs A.S.A.P. first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

This week, Muslim cast and employees celebrated Eid al-Fitr, the official end of the month of Ramadan, the Muslim holy month of fasting. This religious festival marks the end of fasting from sunrise to sunset that takes place during Ramadan. Cast members from Salaam, Disney’s Muslim Business Employee Resource Group, brought us along for their […]View the full article

Star Wars Day may be over, but that doesn’t mean we can’t still celebrate! During the May the 4th celebration, we tried the Dark Side Chocolate Creation and a Galactic Swirl Funnel Cake in Hollywood Studios, and Mango (yes, mango) Blue Milk in Disneyland! This is the droid you’re looking for! One of the best ways to celebrate Star Wars year-round is with a visit to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. There you can get into the intergalactic spirit with a spin on Rise of the Resistance, grab a Ronto Wrap, or take a trip to Oga’s Cantina. We recently stopped by Oga’s Cantina in Disneyland to try some new menu items introduced for Star Wars Day and we HAVE to tell you about them! In celebration of May the 4th, Oga’s Cantina in Disneyland introduced four new menu items: the Five-Blossom Bread, the Fondor Fizz, the Sesid Seltzer, and the Black Squadron Lager. We stopped by on May 5th and these items were still available. We were recently able to try everything except for the Fondor Fizz (when we asked, Cast Members told us it wasn’t available yet). First up, we have the Five-Blossom Bread (Warm pretzel knot with Hawaiian black sea salt served with honey-mustard cream foam and Calabrian cheese sauce). Five-Blossom Bread FOLKS — turns out one of Disney’s best pretzels is hiding in SPACE! We really really REALLY liked this! We received it piping hot and found it to be the perfect balance with a crispy outside and a fluffy inside. The salt was a perfect addition with just the right amount on top. It’s so FLUFFY! The cheese sauce was pretty standard (did somebody say plastic cheese?) but was thicker than a regular cheese sauce and had a little bit of a kick (not too bad though). The star of the show was definitely the honey mustard foam. The texture is similar to that of a foamy whipped cream cheese, and it was very light and airy. The flavor was both sweet and spicy — YUM! We recommend dipping your pretzel in both the mustard foam and the cheese sauce to get the best of both worlds (cue the Hannah Montana song!). These pretzels are out of this world! For $10.50 you get two pretzels and both the honey mustard foam and the cheese sauce, which we think is a pretty good deal. Our only wish is that it came with more of the honey mustard foam, but there is more than enough cheese sauce to make up for it. While at Oga’s, we also tried to the Sesid Seltzer (try saying that five times fast) which is Tropical Pineapple-Orange Hard Seltzer. Sesid Seltzer We thought it was just okay. It didn’t have a ton of fruit flavor, and it didn’t taste alcoholic either, but rather just like a regular non-alcoholic flavored seltzer water. There was a bit of fruitiness in the aftertaste, but we couldn’t pinpoint any specific fruit flavor (despite the drink being described as Pineapple-Orange flavored). For $13.25, we didn’t think it was worth the money. We also tried the Black Squadron Lager which is Golden Lager with a touch of Honey. This was priced a little higher than the seltzer at $14.25. Black Squadron Lager We liked it more than the seltzer, and thought that the honey added a nice touch. It’s very light and mellow in flavor. People who enjoy lager will probably like this drink. These menu items were introduced as part of the Star Wars Day festivities, but (as we noted) they were still there when we visited on May 5th. We spoke to various Cast Members and they didn’t have very clear answers for us in terms of how long these would be around for. One indicated that it would be around for May, while another said they would be available for a limited time through summer depending on how they do, and another said they could keep some of these items on the menu if they’re popular. So the moral of the story is, it’s unclear how long these will be sticking around! Be sure to ask and see if they’re available during your trip! 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Although Bob Iger stepped down from being CEO of The Walt Disney Company, he doesn’t exactly seem to be taking a break from work. We’ve already seen that Iger has gotten involved with the metaverse as a member of Genies’ Board of Directors (no, not the Disney Genie). And now he’s stepping into another major role with a large corporation. Bob Iger ©New York Post This corporation seems to be less high-tech, but Iger’s partners in the venture have reported that they expect it to be very profitable. Read on to learn more about Iger’s latest business deal. CNBC reported that Bob Iger, sports agent Rich Paul, the Chernin Group, and eBay have teamed up to buy a 25% stake in Funko. This is the toy company that makes Funko Pop! collectible action figures, (as well as other collectibles) including figures of many Disney, Marvel, and Star Wars characters. Shang-Chi Funko Pop! Figures In case you’re not already familiar with the others in this deal, the Chernin Group produces shows and movies through Chernin Entertainment (including titles like New Girl and The Greatest Showman), and Rich Paul is the founder of Klutch Sports Group and represents LeBron James. 50th Anniversary Castle Funko Pop! Each share of Funko cost $21, which added up to $263 million total for the 25% stake. As part of the deal, Chernin Group CEO Peter Chernin and Bob Iger will become advisors to Funko’s Board of Directors. Bob Iger This may seem like a surprising investment, as Iger’s previous business deal was focused on higher-tech innovations like the metaverse. But Chernin said in a statement this week that the group believes “Funko is significantly undervalued in the public markets” and the deal will provide “a runway of opportunity and growth potential.” Fennec Shand Funko POP Stefanie Jay, an executive at eBay, said, “Funko sits at the intersection of pop culture, passion and collectibles, with one of the most engaged communities of enthusiasts” (CNBC). eBay will be made the “preferred secondary market for Funko products” as part of the deal. Mirabel Funko Pop! Keep following DFB for more of the latest Disney news. Click here to see what Bob Iger has to say about the media. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Do you collect Funko Pop! figures? Let us know in the comments. The post What’s Former Disney CEO Bob Iger Up To These Days? This, Apparently. first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We know spending time in the theme parks is what a Disney World vacation is all about, but you actually have to get to the parks first before you can hop in line for your favorite rides! Disney offers several complimentary transportation options for guests to take advantage of, including the Monorail, Skyliner, buses, boats, and even walking paths! The EPCOT Monorail When you’re in Disney World, it’s super important to make sure you DON’T make transportation mistakes that could cost you time and cause some major headaches! Don’t Think You Can Travel Directly to Disney Springs if You’re in a Park As of this writing, guests are still unable to travel directly to Disney Springs by bus if you are at a theme park and vice versa. If you’re looking to take the bus from a park to Disney Springs, you’ll have to head to a resort hotel and transfer there to a bus that will take you to Disney Springs. You can’t take a Disney bus directly from the parks to Disney Springs Another option if you want to get to Disney Springs a little quicker from the parks is to take a taxi or use a ride share service like Uber or Lyft. Just keep in mind that these are not complimentary options, but they could save you valuable time. Click here for 6 tips for using Uber in Disney World! Don’t Pick the Wrong Monorail Disney World offers Monorail transportation around Magic Kingdom and EPCOT, which means there are multiple Monorail loops to choose from! You could easily wind up on the WRONG Monorail if you aren’t paying attention and reading those signs. Beware: Don’t hop on the wrong Monorail! Be sure to know the difference between the Magic Kingdom and EPCOT Monorails. You won’t be able to take a Monorail directly from one park to the other; you’ll need to transfer at the Transportation and Ticket Center. Transportation and Ticket Center Also, there are TWO separate Monorail loops around Magic Kingdom! There’s an express loop that will take guests between Magic Kingdom and the Transportation and Ticket Center, and there’s another loop that will stop at each of the Monorail resorts: Disney’s Contemporary Resort, Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, and Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa. Magic Kingdom Monorail Station Here’s a useful tip! Sometimes, the Magic Kingdom Resort Monorail loop is actually faster at night because guests are often rushing to the express loop when the park closes! The resort loop DOES stop at the Transportation and Ticket Center, so while there are more stops, the resort loop may be a quicker option (with a shorter line) at the end of your day in Magic Kingdom. Click here for Disney World tips that sound great…except when they’re not. Don’t Miss Out on Time-Saving Transportation From TTC Speaking of the Transportation and Ticket Center, there are some additional time-saving tips to keep in mind so you can spend more time in the parks and less time trying to get to the parks! For example, did you know that there are buses that take you to and from the Transportation and Ticket Center? They aren’t always available, but when they are, they can be the quickest way to get to Magic Kingdom! Buses to Magic Kingdom Don’t forget that you can also take the Monorail and Ferry, providing you with multiple ways to get to the park. The Monorail takes you to TTC! Another hot tip to keep in mind is that if you’re staying at the Swan, Dolphin, or other non-Disney resort on property, you will actually be dropped off at the Transportation and Ticket Center when going to Magic Kingdom by bus — plan accordingly! Should you take the Monorail to rope drop EPCOT? Click here to see what we’ve experienced! Don’t Fall Victim to the Internal Bus Loops Several resort hotels in Disney World have big, sprawling layouts — which can mean extra time on the bus when getting to and from the parks. These larger resort hotels have multiple bus stop locations, which can add quite a bit of time to your total transportation time to and from the theme park each day, both at morning and at night. Be sure to budget your time wisely! Saratoga Springs is one resort that comes with a LOT of bus stops! This means that the building that you stay in at these resorts matters!! If you’re close to one of the last stops, you may wind up waiting through a few cycles of buses before you find one with empty seats. On the other hand, once you’re on the bus, you’ll depart from the resort quickly and be on your way to the parks. Caribbean Beach is HUGE! There are other pros and cons to remember with the different stops at these resorts. The first stop in the morning means you get a first stab at seats, but you have to travel to all of the other stops. Click here to read about why some guests hate certain Disney World resort hotels! Don’t Forget About Walking If You’re Able! Last but not least, don’t forget about the walking paths around Disney World! If you are able to walk, it may actually be a faster way to get from point A to point B. For example, EPCOT and Disney’s Hollywood Studios are connected by a walking path, and it is often quicker than waiting for a boat or the Skyliner. There’s a walkway that connects EPCOT and Hollywood Studios! If the resort you’re staying at comes with walking access to a park, it can give you the ability to leave your resort at the time you want in the morning (you don’t have to wait for any buses to start running!). Likewise, you can walk back to your hotel at your leisure without having to wait for a bus. Walk to the Magic Kingdom from the Grand Floridian! Don’t forget about the newest pedestrian walkway between Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa! This means that all three Monorail resorts are connected to Magic Kingdom via walkway, which is good to keep in mind if the Monorail and boats are busy. Click here to read about some of the secret walkways that can help you avoid crowds in Disney World! We hope these tips help you save some valuable time on your next Disney World vacation! Be sure to keep these recommendations in mind when choosing which transportation method you want to use, which resort you want to stay at, etc. And don’t forget to follow along as your vacation comes up for all of the latest news and updates from around Disney World. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! 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What is your preferred mode of transportation around Disney World? Let us know in the comments! The post Don't Make These 5 Rookie Mistakes When Traveling In Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Sweet offerings have popped up all over the parks in celebration of Mother’s Day! Let’s celebrate Mother’s Day! We’ve already found some gifts for pampering mom, and if you’re in the parks for the special occasion, there are some treats you can spoil her with too! One of those treats was not our favorite last year, but has it changed for the better? Over at Disney’s Beach and Yacht Club Resorts, you can find the Sweeter Than Roses dessert at The Marketplace at Ale & Compass and Beach Club Marketplace! It’s available on Mobile Order from May 5th through May 8th and costs $5.99. Last year, this treat was a big mess, and the texture was…off-putting. Naturally, we had to try it again to see if it’s improved! You can find it in the cooler! The 2022 Sweeter Than Roses dessert is made with a raspberry mousse and chocolate cake with a ruby red raspberry center and chocolate and fondant décor. This is different from last year’s treat, which was made with a chocolate hazelnut cake and covered in a melty mousse. But this year? It was SO GOOD and the chocolate ring was a big improvement! It was a delicious and bitter dark chocolate, which balanced out the sweetness of the raspberries. Sweeter Than Roses The raspberry flavoring was not too tart, and the raspberries on top gave it a natural, juicy flavor. The cake was especially fluffy and airy, and look! It wasn’t a melty mess like last year. Check out that cake The only thing we didn’t love was the red fondant circles, which didn’t seem to add anything to the dessert. And if you’re not a dark chocolate fan, you should probably stick to eating just the cake. Still, this is a sweet and romantic treat that would be great for kids AND adults who enjoy chocolate and raspberries, and it’s perfect for Mother’s Day. It’s so pretty! So if this limited-time treat sounds good to you, head over to Disney’s Beach or Yacht Club Resorts to give it a try! And, for the latest Disney news, stay tuned to DFB! 11 Ways to Pamper Disney-Lovin’ Moms for Mother’s Day 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. Did you try this treat last year? Let us know in the comments! The post REVIEW: A Limited Time Treat CHANGED for the Better in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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We love trying all sorts of new snacks and treats in Disney World, even if they’ll only be available for a limited time. We recently tried the May Drink of the Month at the Coca-Cola Rooftop Bar and a special Mother’s Day dessert at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort that is ONLY available for a few days. Disney Springs Now, we’re heading over to Disney Springs to try a treat that has made its way to Vivoli il Gelato in celebration of Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Introducing the Ube Tiramisu Pop from Vivoli il Gelato. It is made of ube cream with graham cracker crumbs soaked with coconut. (Spoiler alert: it’s delicious). The Ube Tiramisu Pop! In case you didn’t know, ube is a purple yam that is often used as a dessert ingredient in the Philippines. Oftentimes, it is boiled and mashed, and it has a FABULOUS purple color! It’s often described as creamy and mellow, and some even think it has an almost vanilla-like flavor! This dessert is definitely strong with ube flavor, so if you’re not a fan, you might not enjoy it. A close-up of the Ube Tiramisu Pop! We thought this treat had a great texture and wasn’t too sweet (which is hard to find sometimes when it comes to Disney desserts!). Overall, it was very light and cold (which we appreciated in the Florida heat), but we recommend eating it fast because the texture might get a little weird for some once it melts. Another thing we really like is that you get to relive your childhood with the cool push pop design! Look at the layers! If you’re looking for a heartier dessert, we would probably recommend skipping this one since it’s on the lighter side. At $7.46, we thought this treat was a pretty good value and we really enjoyed it for its light and refreshing flavors! If you want to try it, be sure to stop by Vivoli il Gelato while it’s available. We’re always on the hunt for new food to review, so make sure to stay tuned to DFB for more! Click here to see the debate that has Disney Parks fans DIVIDED! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Would you try this Ube Tiramisu Pop? Let us know in the comments! The post REVIEW: A Cold Disney World Treat That Isn’t Overly Sweet?! It Exists! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

EPCOT’s massive transformation is moving forward, with the new Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind roller coaster opening on May 27th. We’ve also recently gotten a BIG update on the Journey of Water — Inspired by Moana attraction, and Connections Eatery is already open! So what’s still left? EPCOT If you’ve been to EPCOT recently, you know that the front section of this park is a maze of construction walls. Now, we’ve got another UPDATED look at some of the attractions and areas that will be located here in World Celebration when the construction finally wraps up. Here’s a hint — a beloved detail is finally going to return to this area! Disney Imagineer Zach Riddley posted on Instagram today with some concept art of the World Celebration space, along with more details about the area. We’ve already seen the concept art of CommuniCore Hall and CommuniCore Plaza, which are new festival areas coming to this EPCOT land. But now we know more about some lighting, decor, and landscaping elements that guests will find there. ©Disney Does anyone else miss the lights in the ground that used to be part of Future World in EPCOT? Lights in the pavement | 2019 There were sparkly squares and colorful patterns in the area just behind Spaceship Earth. These lights went away when EPCOT began renovations a few years ago, but now Disney has confirmed that they’ll be coming BACK! Lights | 2019 Riddley shared that “guests loved the fiber optics embedded in the pavement at EPCOT, and we’re excited to share that we’re bringing back new illuminated paving designs in World Celebration.” The new lighting fixtures will incorporate updated technology and “controllability to deliver some fun new lighting capabilities.” While we don’t know all the details about what kinds of new lighting we’ll see, you can tell from the concept art that the central EPCOT logo under the planter will be lit. ©Disney The new areas will also have “hero features,” which are big artistic elements like topiaries and sculptures. These will change depending on the season and which festival EPCOT is hosting at the time. Riddley said that this image represents the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays. The pieces will coordinate with the lights on Spaceship Earth. ©Disney The CommuniCore Plaza was previously announced as a place to host live entertainment and performances during festivals. There will be different stages throughout the plaza so that guests can explore a variety of entertainment in the different gardens. ©Disney Overall, World Celebration will have more than 12,000 individually controllable lighting fixtures, which Imagineers are hoping “will create a dynamic environment that will transform the area every night.” We’ll keep a lookout for more updates on this major project, so keep following DFB for all the latest news. Get details on 5 NEW things coming to EPCOT Want MORE Details About EPCOT’s MASSIVE Transformation? EPCOT’s Three New Neighborhoods Have Debuted — Learn More Here Learn About the NEW Restaurant Coming to EPCOT – Connections Cafe and Eatery A Starbucks Will Be Inside EPCOT’s New Restaurant – Get More Details Here Go Inside Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure With Us Check Out All of the Tasty Details About La Crêperie de Paris Learn All About Space 220, Which Has Officially OPENED in EPCOT See Spaceship Earth’s Permanent New Nighttime Look Learn More About EPCOT’s New Nighttime Spectacular -- Harmonious The Mary Poppins Attraction is on Hold – Learn More Here What’s Been CUT From the EPCOT Transformation? Learn More About the New PLAY! Pavilion Coming to EPCOT See All the Details You Need to Know About the Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Coaster Coming to World Discovery Learn More About Journey of Water -- Inspired by Moana, Coming to World Nature Click HERE for All the News and Details about EPCOT’s Transformation! Join the DFB Newsletter To get all the latest Epcot transformation news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Are you a fan of the light-up pavement in EPCOT? Let us know in the comments! The post A Beloved Part of EPCOT’s Past Is Coming BACK in a New Way first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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Honoring military service members and their families has been part of Disney’s rich history for nearly 100 years. In recognition of Military Spouse Appreciation Day, we’re thrilled to shine a spotlight on our cast member Lindsey Morris, a Disney Campus Recruiter focusing on Disney Professional Interns, and the proud military spouse of a reserve U/S. Air Force pilot.View the full article

It’s almost Mother’s Day and Disney World is celebrating! Celebrate mom! There are a bunch of special treats available, like cupcakes, chocolate-covered strawberries, and a special Dole Whip, along with some one-day-only brunches, like the one over at Steakhouse 71. We’ve already told you about a lot of the offerings, but there are some that aren’t as well known — like a SECRET MENU cocktail at a popular Disney hotel! This is the Mother’s Love! You can find it over at Belle Vue Lounge at Disney’s BoardWalk Inn. It’s so pretty! It’s made with Graham Beck Brut Rosé Champagne, Empress Gin, Lemon Juice, and Simple Syrup and garnished with a lemon twist! A look at that lemon twist Just LOOK at that beautiful color! The purple hue is from the Empress Gin, which is colored with butterfly pea blossom. Would you call this purple or pink? The liquor actually changes in the tone of its purple color according to what you mix it with! The gin on its own is more violet, but because this one is mixed with lemon juice and rosé champagne, it looks more magenta. Cocktails are more fun when they’re pretty! The Mother’s Love is a SECRET MENU item over here — it’s not listed on the official menu, so make sure to ask the bartender about it! It’s giving us violet lemonade vibes This drink is absolutely delicious. It has a big citrus flavor, but there’s also some sweetness from the rosé. Please appreciate our ~artsy~ drink pics It’s a really fun and unique twist on a champagne cocktail that will make Mom feel special. But anyone can order the drink, and we suggest that you do if you like these flavors, because it’s great! Get it over at Belle Vue Lounge for $15. Try it out! Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney food news and reviews! Click here to see ALL of the Mother’s Day treats at Disney World this year! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Would you try this drink? Tell us in the comments! The post REVIEW: Can You Keep a SECRET? There’s a Hidden Must-Try Drink in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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Listen, there are a LOT of delicious places to get some homestyle cuisine in Disney World. The Polite Pig You could fill yourself up on biscuits and fried chicken at Homecomin’ in Disney Springs or order your meal with a side of embarrassment (as the wait staff picks on you) at 50s Prime Time Cafe in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. But if you’re looking for something a little bit faster and a little more casual, The Polite Pig in Disney Springs may be the way to go. And they just added a new item to the menu! The Polite Pig shared on their Instagram that they have a NEW Chef Special — Sweet Tea Fried Chicken! It sounds like the absolute Southern meal of our DREAMS and it’s served with sides of succotash, a cheddar biscuit, and smoked jalapeno hot honey. Can you say YUM?! It’s already listed on their online menu for $19, so guests can order it online or in person for their next visit. Stay tuned to DFB for more food news from Disney World, including details on all the new menu items you can try on your next trip! The 19 Best Restaurants in Disney World in 2022 — 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. Would you order this meal? Tell us in the comments! The post Sweet Tea Fried Chicken?! 😱 See Where to RUN for This Special Dish in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article