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Happy May the 4th, everyone!! Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Today is Star Wars Day, and there are SO many ways to celebrate! There is a ton of special food in Disney World, a NEW Obi-Wan Kenobi Trailer just dropped, and there’s even some special merchandise. If you’re a big Star Wars fan, especially of the original trilogy, you gotta see this new collection that was just released! Check out the NEW Star Wars ColourPop collection. Just look at that artwork from the original trilogy — amazing! ©️ColourPop It just dropped online, and there are a TON of products that you can grab right now. You can get the eyeshadow palette, which has 15 different shades, including ones like Space Pirate, New Hope, Rebel Princess, and Galactic Empire. ©️ColourPop Those shades are BOLD but we’re loving the color story they’re telling with them. This palette is $24! Click here to get the Star Wars Eyeshadow Palette! There are also some really fun lipsticks available in the collection! Choose between Supreme Ruler… ©️ColourPop ….Dark Lord… ©️ColourPop …or Surrender. ©️ColourPop The lipsticks actually have little stars on them, too! Each lipstick is $10. Click here to get the Star Wars Lipsticks! More of a lip gloss person? They have those, too! Check out the Lux Glosses that come in the colors Imperial… ©️ColourPop ….and Elite. ©️ColourPop Each lip gloss is $9! Click here to get the Star Wars Lip Glosses! Also available are some fun jelly shadows! These go on like jelly, but turn into powder and have a super shimmery effect. Get the shadow in Astromech… ©️ColourPop …or Protocol! ©️ColourPop Each shadow is $10. Click here to get the Star Wars Jelly Shadows! And, that’s not even the full collection! But, instead of buying everything individually, you can actually buy the WHOLE collection in one package! ©️ColourPop The entire collection is $105. Click here to get the WHOLE Star Wars ColourPop collection! Go grab it before it’s gone! And, stay tuned to DFB for more Star Wars news and updates. Click here to see the special deal you can get on other Star Wars merchandise right now! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! What do you think of this collection? Tell us in the comments! The post May the 4th Be With Our Wallets -- We Need EVERYTHING in this Star Wars Collection! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

In anticipation of the "Obi-Wan Kenobi" limited series coming to Disney+ later this month, Lucasfilm is excited to announce Obi-Wan Wednesdays – a weekly reveal program bringing fans products inspired by the new show.View the full article

Disney World is a magical place for many reasons — the incredible theming, the fantastic rides, the amazing shows, and the delicious food (of course). But, perhaps, the most important thing that makes Disney World the Most Magical Place on Earth is something else entirely. It’s… Magic Kingdom …the Cast Members. We’ve said it time and time again, Cast Members are the true magic makers in the Disney parks. They are what makes things so incredibly special. Just a kind gesture, a free sticker, or a small sprinkle of “magic” from a Cast Member can MAKE your trip. Special Cast Member interactions are often the things we remember for years and years to come. Cast Members sometimes get special celebrations to mark big work anniversaries with the Company. Recently, we got the chance to attend one and now we’re giving you an EXCLUSIVE look inside! We were able to attend this Cast Member-exclusive event as a guest of a Cast Member, so first we have to give a HUGE thank you to that Cast Member for allowing us to experience the magic with them! On May 3rd, 2022, Magic Kingdom closed EARLY (like REAL early — around 4:30PM) to allow for this special Cast Member celebration to take place. Closing early sign If you’re wondering exactly what this Cast Member event is, it’s called a “Disney Service Celebration.” These events are meant to honor Cast Members who are celebrating “milestone anniversaries” of working with the Company, starting at their 10th year of service. According to Disney, these celebrations actually date back as far as the early 1970s! This month (May of 2022) Magic Kingdom will actually close early TWICE for these special celebrations. The next event will take place on May 15th. This year, the celebrations will honor Cast Member anniversaries from 2020 and 2021. Magic Kingdom The planning that goes into these events is actually really extensive. The events usually include access to many Magic Kingdom rides, buffet-style dinners and desserts, DJ parties, rare characters, and SO much more. ©Disney So, just what did we experience during the event? Well…a LOT! Our journey began by passing some special “service celebration” signs and banners. Time to Go! We then passed by a special photo-op area where Cast Members could take pictures with trophies representing the years of service. Take Your Photo Then we saw the Chairman of Disney Parks, Experiences and Products, Josh D’Amaro, walking around, saying “hello” to the Cast Members in attendance. It’s Josh D’Amaro! There was a GIANT red carpet for Cast Members to walk down on Main Street, U.S.A. — truly proving that the Cast Members are the STARS of this show! Red Carpet Time! And some Cast Members along the red carpet held signs of appreciation for the Cast Members attending the celebration. Is someone cutting onions in here? JEEZ. Awwwwww One of the biggest parts of the celebration is the chance to see Disney characters, especially super RARE characters. So next it was time for us to check those out! What characters did we get the chance to see? Well, prepare to be verrrrrrry jealous. We saw Merida and her bear-brothers (a true rarity since she hasn’t been meeting in Magic Kingdom as of late)… WOW! Hey Merida! …Tweedle Dee and Tweedle Dum… What Trouble Are You Getting Into? …the Mad Hatter and Alice in Wonderland… Time for a Tea Party? …Mike and Sulley… Love Them! …the Evil Queen… Oh No…Hide Your Apples …Ariel, Prince Eric, and SEBASTIAN… A Terrific Trio! …Robin Hood and Friar Tuck… Hey There! …Gaston… No One Takes a Photo Like Gaston …Belle and the Beast… Such a Gorgeous Dress! …Elsa and Anna… The Cold Doesn’t Bother Them Anyway …some faces from The Haunted Mansion… Check it Out! …even MORE Haunted Mansion folks… So Cool! …Abu and the Genie… So Nice to See You! …and MEEKO. LIKE, IT IS ACTUALLY MEEKO. We are not freaking out, we are not freaking out, we are not freaking out. Like seriously y’all — this was the jackpot of all jackpots of rare and just generally awesome Disney characters. MEEKO! Not to mention, there were dancers by the Haunted Mansion… OoOo …and a silent DJ party at Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe. Party On! And don’t even get us started on the fireworks. Prepare for some waterworks friends. Do you want to know what Disney did to celebrate these special Cast Members? They truly pulled out ALL the stops and did a portion from the Wishes fireworks, a portion from the Happily Ever After fireworks, AND an extended version of Enchantment. WE CANNOT HANDLE IT. Enchantment | Photo from January 2022 Seriously, it was a fantastic night full of fun all made to celebrate these fantastic people who fully deserve a sprinkling of magic for themselves. A major congratulations to all Cast Members who celebrated big anniversaries during that night or will celebrate during an upcoming night. So Awesome You are the magic. We thank you so much for how much you’ve dedicated to our own magical vacations and we cannot wait to see more spectacular Cast Members celebrated in the years to come. Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney news! Click here to learn 7 of the best pieces of trivia we’ve heard from Disney Cast Members! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! 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When you book your Disney World vacation, you have a LOT of options when it comes to hotels. You can stay in a Disney hotel, like Pop Century, Caribbean Beach Resort, or the Contemporary Resort. Or, you can stay in a non-Disney hotel close to the parks. Pop Century Resort in Disney World One of those non-Disney hotels that is close to the parks is the Four Seasons Resort Orlando, and they’ve just announced two new packages in celebration of Disney World’s 50th Anniversary, but they’re going to cost you! The first is the Royal Splendor 5-night top floor package. It is a special buyout of the entire top floor of the hotel. It is designed for up to 50 guests (who even knows that many people?!) and includes your choice of one signature experience per day of your stay. Royal Suite ©Four Seasons Hotel Orlando This room (Should we even say “room”? This place is more like a mansion.) comes with a whopping 21 bedrooms and you can pick from signature experiences like a private character dining experience, a buyout of the on-site spa (!!), and a Disney VIP tour. Presidential Suite ©Four Seasons Hotel Orlando As if all of that wasn’t enough, this package also comes with daily butler service, one pool cabana for every day of your stay, a special welcome amenity for all of the guests, plus nightly turn down service! The only downside? It’ll cost you a cool $500,000. For a more budget-friendly option, you can book the Grand Getaway 4-night package. This package includes a four-night stay in the hotel’s three-bedroom Grand Suite, which will accommodate up to six guests. It also includes one of the signature experiences mentioned above, a daily poolside cabana, and welcome amenities for all of the guests. This package is priced at $50,000. Grand Suite ©Four Seasons Hotel Orlando If you’re interested in booking either of these packages, reservations must be made by calling the hotel directly. As always, make sure to keep reading DFB for all the latest Disney news! Click here for the debate that has Disney parks fans DIVIDED! Our favorite people over at Small World Vacations are ready to help you save time, headaches, and best of all, money, when you book your Disney trip or cruise. Their agents compare current offers to find the best deal for you -- they've literally saved their guests millions of dollars since 1996. Plus, their services are 100% FREE FOR YOU! (They're DFB's recommended travel agency, and you can see why here!) So book that trip now, then sit back and enjoy planning your Disney World Trip with a DFB-approved expert! Click here for a no obligation price quote today, and let them know DFB sent you http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/customemailexample.jpg 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 book one of these packages? Let us know in the comments! The post This Hotel Room Near Disney World Is Bigger Than A House…And Costs More Than One Too first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Hello there! Or, as Chewbacca would say, “Rrrrrrr-ghghghgh!” We’re celebrating all things Star Wars on this May the Fourth holiday, which for us means lots of themed treats and snacks. Today, we’re heading to a Disneyland hotel to try out a new offering there. Happy May the Fourth Before you see the name of this treat and come at us in the comments, we’re acknowledging now that it doesn’t SOUND new at all. In fact, it has the exact same name as one of our FAVORITE cookies in Disney’s Hollywood Studios in Disney World! But the one we’re about to try is actually very different — so how does the West Coast version measure up? We’re about to find out. One of the treats that we always recommend in Disney World is the Wookie Cookie, which can be found at Backlot Express in Hollywood Studios. This treat is 2 oatmeal cookies sandwiched together with vanilla cream filling, topped with a milk chocolate version of Chewbacca’s bandolier. Disney World Wookie Cookie We LOVE this cookie, which first appeared in Disney World in 2019 and made a comeback in 2021. Disney World version And now there’s a new version of it in Disneyland! At the Seasonal Cart in the lobby of Disney’s Grand Californian Resort, you can find the new Wookie Cookie. Is it really a Wookie Cookie? So what’s the difference between the 2? We love the Disney World Wookie Cookie for its simplicity — delicious oatmeal cookies with plain (and sweet) vanilla frosting. But the Disneyland Wookie Cookie is a chocolate-lovers DREAM. It looks similar… This treat is actually 2 chocolate cookies (with extra chocolate chips inside and chocolate sprinkles on top) sandwiched together with a Nutella-like frosting. That filling has a hint of hazelnut, but it mostly just adds more chocolate flavor to the treat! And there’s a chocolate bandolier on top of this cookie, like the Disney World one. So much chocolate!! There was a hint of coconut flavor in the cookies, but really it was overpowered by all the chocolate. See what we mean by a chocolate-lover’s dream? You can get it for $9. But which Wookie Cookie reigns supreme? Really, it depends on your own preferences (and we know that’s a cop-out answer). We probably prefer the Disney World original because simple flavors done right are always a win in our book. But if you can’t get enough chocolate, we think you’ll LOVE the Disneyland one! ‘Star Wars’ Treats If you head in to try this treat, don’t forget to check out all the other seasonal treats at the Grand Californian, too. There are more Star Wars treats, or you can check out the Mother’s Day confections. Keep following DFB for more reviews on the newest treats in Disney World! Click here for a FULL LIST of Star Wars eats coming to Disney World and Disneyland for May the 4th. Want to Learn More About Disneyland? Check Out the Links Below! Check Out Important Details about the 2022 Disney California Adventure Food and Wine Festival Learn About Disney Genie and How to Use it in Disneyland See the Latest Updates About Disneyland’s Face Mask Policy Check Out What You Need to Know About the Theme Park Reservation System for Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Check Out Our Disneyland Restaurants Guide Learn All About Disneyland Park See What Marvelous Stuff You’ll Find at Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure See More About Pixar Pier in Disney California Adventure Learn About the Disneyland Mobile App Get All the Details About Mobile Order in Disneyland Learn More About Disneyland’s Magic Key Program What’s Going to Be Different About Your Next Disneyland Trip? Click HERE to Check Out Lots of Other DFB Posts About Disneyland Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe Which Wookie Cookie sounds better to you? Let us know in the comments. The post REVIEW: Disneyland’s Wookie Cookie Is NOT the Same as Disney World’s…Is It BETTER? first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

May the 4th be with you this Star Wars Day! In honor of the annual Star Wars fan holiday, we’re highlighting some of our favorite new products from across the galaxy to help you celebrate.View the full article

The Main Street Electrical Parade returned to Disneyland a little over two weeks ago, and we are so excited it’s back! In celebration of its return, Disney released a Main Street Electrical Parade merchandise collection, complete with a Minnie ear headband and Loungefly backpack! Main Street Electrical Parade In addition to a merchandise collection, there’s a Main Street Electrical Parade dining package at the Plaza Inn, plus an Elliott Dragon popcorn bucket, a Light-Up Turtle cup, and a Main Street Electrical Parade Lightbulb cup! We’ve seen the popcorn bucket and the Turtle cup, but the Lightbulb cup had been more a mystery to us until we spotted it yesterday at the Refreshment Corner! Main Street Electrical Parade Lightbulb Cup! This cup is $16.29 and served with your choice of fountain beverage at the time of purchase. You can find them at the Refreshment Corner and at the Red Rose Taverne. It’s so cute! The cup itself looks like a lightbulb and says “Disneyland Main Street Electrical Parade 50th Anniversary” on it! And we haven’t even told you the best part…it lights up! And it lights up! We grabbed this cup at the Refreshment Corner for $16.29, but it’s also available at Red Rose Taverne. As always, stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney food news! See ALL the places you can get the Main Street Electrical Parade popcorn buckets and sippers! Want to Learn More About Disneyland? Check Out the Links Below! Check Out Important Details about the 2022 Disney California Adventure Food and Wine Festival Learn About Disney Genie and How to Use it in Disneyland See the Latest Updates About Disneyland’s Face Mask Policy Check Out What You Need to Know About the Theme Park Reservation System for Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Check Out Our Disneyland Restaurants Guide Learn All About Disneyland Park See What Marvelous Stuff You’ll Find at Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure See More About Pixar Pier in Disney California Adventure Learn About the Disneyland Mobile App Get All the Details About Mobile Order in Disneyland Learn More About Disneyland’s Magic Key Program What’s Going to Be Different About Your Next Disneyland Trip? Click HERE to Check Out Lots of Other DFB Posts About Disneyland Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe What do you think of this Main Street Electrical Parade Lightbulb cup? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTOS: We Drank Out of a Lightbulb in Disneyland first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Do you consider yourself to be a churro connoisseur? An expert in all things fried dough and cinnamon sugar? A true churro expert? Well then we’ve got some exciting news for you! California Adventure Disneyland Resort is FULL of churros. From churros that are purely vessels for sauce to a churro that reminded us of…cleaning products (?!), there is a wide variety of churros available and new flavors are popping up all the time! Recently, another new flavor hit the scene, but is it worth a try? We just had to find out! Over at the Hollywood Land Churro Cart in Disney California Adventure you’ll find the brand new Pineapple Tres Leches Churro! In reality though, this is a bit of a churro TRICK on Disney’s part. Why? Well the churro itself isn’t flavored! It’s really just a classic churro (not flavored to anything unique) with a Pineapple Tres Leches Dipping Sauce. But hey, this was one trick we were willing to fall for — sometimes a great sauce can really elevate a classic treat to something new, so we had to give it a try! Pineapple Tres Leches Churro As we noted, the churro itself was a standard churro, served warm (yummmmmm). It had a slight crunch on the outside and was soft and warm on the inside. Hey now, hey now, this is what dreeeeaaaammmss are made of. Hello Beautiful The pineapple tres leches sauce really didn’t have a lot of that tres leches flavor. It really just tasted like a sweet pineapple dip! But that’s not necessarily a bad thing. While we would have liked to have gotten that tres leches flavor to add more depth to the sauce, the pineapple sauce was still SOOO good. All in all, this is a churro and dipping sauce combo we’d totally get again! It’s a tasty trick we’d happily fall for again! So Good! If you want to try this churro for yourself, you can get it for $6.75. We’ll keep an eye out for MORE churro flavors all around Disneyland. Curious to know just what types of churros you can grab there? Click here to see our FULL post of EVERY SINGLE CHURRO you can get in Disneyland. And, as always, check back with us for more Disney news! Click here to see how you could enter to win 4 FREE tickets to Disneyland! Want to Learn More About Disneyland? Check Out the Links Below! Check Out Important Details about the 2022 Disney California Adventure Food and Wine Festival Learn About Disney Genie and How to Use it in Disneyland See the Latest Updates About Disneyland’s Face Mask Policy Check Out What You Need to Know About the Theme Park Reservation System for Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Check Out Our Disneyland Restaurants Guide Learn All About Disneyland Park See What Marvelous Stuff You’ll Find at Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure See More About Pixar Pier in Disney California Adventure Learn About the Disneyland Mobile App Get All the Details About Mobile Order in Disneyland Learn More About Disneyland’s Magic Key Program What’s Going to Be Different About Your Next Disneyland Trip? Click HERE to Check Out Lots of Other DFB Posts About Disneyland Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe Would you try this churro? Tell us in the comments! The post REVIEW: Why You Should Fall for Disney’s Latest Churro Trick first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’re headed to the Fort Wilderness Resort to check out the bar-style eats — and a cocktail or two — at Crockett’s Tavern. With an extensive cocktail menu and some classic bar snacks, is Crockett’s Tavern an enjoyable place to spend an evening? Love the camp atmosphere? You’ll probably love Crockett’s Tavern! We tried every food choice on the menu here, so we have all the details to share! Crockett’s Tavern is a walk-up window beside Pioneer Hall at Fort Wilderness. You will probably recognize Pioneer Hall as the home of the Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue. Don’t overlook the Crockett’s Tavern walk-up window. Atmosphere The atmosphere here is precisely the rustic vibes you would expect from a bar named after Davy Crockett (he WAS the king of the wild frontier, after all!). Lest we forget, Davy Crockett killed him a ‘bar when he was only 3. It’s giving log cabin, with whiskey barrels, leather canteens, and, yes, a taxidermized bear. If you love dining — or enjoying an alcoholic beverage or two — outdoors, Crockett’s Tavern might be your spot. Crockett’s Tavern offers only outdoor seating. In addition to having a seating area of its own, the walk-up window also serves as the bar for the adjacent Trail’s End family-style restaurant. If you visit before the sun goes down, apply (or re-apply) your sunscreen. It can be hard to find much shade here in the seating area. Crockett’s Tavern is close to Disney transportation stops. If you are not staying at the Fort Wilderness cabins or campground, you can visit Crockett’s Tavern through Disney’s bus transportation, or by taking a boat from the Magic Kingdom, the Contemporary Resort, or Wilderness Lodge. This snack spot is easy to walk to from the bus stop and the boat dock. Crockett’s Tavern Ordering here is a walk-up experience. Drinks will be served at the window, but if you are getting food, you will need to step over to the nearby P&J’s Southern Takeout to pick it up. Crockett’s Tavern is typically open only in the evenings, usually from 4PM to 10PM. As always, Disney World hours can (and do!) change frequently, so check on those times for your particular date before making a trip to Fort Wilderness. Eats Before we get our snack on, let’s take a look at the Crockett’s Tavern menu. As we noted, there is a limited selection of bar snacks, including chicken wings and fried green tomatoes. ©Disney And…that’s it for food choice. But what Crockett’s Tavern lacks in food variety, it makes up for in cocktail choices. The specialty cocktails are made with spirits from modern (legal!) moonshine producers including a Moonshine Mojito, Moonshine Daiquiri, and Moonshine Margarita. ©Disney You will also find an extensive non-moonshine cocktail menu, with classics you may also find on other Disney World lounge menus, like the Pina Colava and the Blue “Glow-Tini.” ©Disney ©Disney Beer and wine selections are also available, including wines by the bottle and a hard seltzer and hard cider. ©Disney ©Disney And, if you’re in a celebratory mood, there’s even a sparkling wine choice. ©Disney Several Mocktails round out the menu, including the Disney World 50th anniversary offering — the EARidescent Sip-a-bration. ©Disney Drinks To start off our snacking sesh, we ordered the Blackberry Lightnin’ from the Specialty Cocktails menu. This drink is made with Ole Smoky Blackberry Moonshine, Minute Maid Premium Lemonade, and fresh blackberries. Garnished with a skewer of fresh berries, this drink was fruit forward, with the most prominent taste coming from the blackberry. The lemonade provided a sweet finish. We enjoyed this drink, but those who are looking for something fruity and sweet might be surprised by the tartness of the blackberry here. We enjoyed some (legal) ‘shine with a specialty cocktail at Crockett’s Tavern. Food Since the appetizer menu is limited, we decided to just try all of it! Our first taste was the Smoke House Nachos — tortilla chips piled with pulled pork, cheese sauce, jalapenos, lettuce, tomato, and what the menu describes as “herb cream.” We thought it was sour cream, but okay. And “okay” is how we felt about this dish in general. It was a bit messy to eat (not that messy is a bad thing!). If you are a dedicated nacho-lover, we think you’ll enjoy this dish. But we wouldn’t go out of our way for these nachos, like we might for the Ahi Tuna Nachos at Yak and Yeti. Smoke House Nachos at Crockett’s Tavern Next up, we tried the Fried Green Tomatoes, and, well, the okayness continued. These were breaded in a corn meal batter and came out nice and crispy. But we definitely needed sauce to bring out the flavor of the tomatoes, and the remoulade sauce included with this dish was lacking in that flavor we needed. We preferred the fried green tomatoes when they were dipped in the peach-pepper jam that came with our order of Jalapeno Poppers, so if that sounds like your jam (see what we did there?), you might want to ask if you can substitute the dipping sauce or order another on the side. Fried green tomatoes with remoulade sauce. We thought that Peach-Pepper Jam was also fantastic with its intended dish, the Jalapeno Poppers. These had a good amount of heat, and the sweetness from that jam tamed a bit of the spiciness, making these a very enjoyable app for us. But know that they were hot, so if you’re not into that, these may not be for you. Jalapeno Poppers with Peach-Pepper Jam at Crockett’s Tavern For us, the highlight of this al fresco snack fest was the plate of Chicken Wings, which comes with a choice of dipping sauces — and, you guessed it, we tried them all. If you’re looking for good wings on Disney property, these would rank on our list. The wings were crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, just like we like them. As for the sauces, we loved the buffalo and garlic parmesan sauces best. The remaining choices — ranch and honey-barbecue — were typical of what you can get anywhere, and we found ourselves dipping in them the least. Chicken Wings with a choice of dipping sauces at Crockett’s Tavern. Nosh or Not? Eat at Crockett’s Tavern if … You enjoy dining (and having alcoholic beverages) outdoors. You are staying at Fort Wilderness, and you’re looking for somewhere nearby to get food to take back to your cabin or campsite. This is an easy option if you are looking for a quick and different eat at your hotel. It’s a beautiful evening at Disney World, and you want to enjoy a quick bite outdoors, and maybe get a respite from the parks. Try something else if … You’re looking for a full meal. You’ll only find appetizers at Crockett’s Tavern and the serving portions aren’t very large. This is more of a quick snack-like option. You want a variety of menu items to choose from. Remember the four things we tried are the extent of the food offerings here and they might not appeal to everyone in your group. You want an air-conditioned (or, on the rare day, heated) dining experience. That indoor seating you can spot near Crockett’s Tavern is reserved for Trail’s End customers. If you’re ordering at the walk-up window, you will be dining outside. Overall We enjoyed our visit to Crockett’s Tavern, and we think many others will, too. It’s a fine choice if you are looking for a casual, outdoor snack and drink. As we noted, it’s currently a place to potentially get a respite from the crowds at the parks (this could change when Hoop-Dee-Doo re-opens) and enjoy some Florida weather. There is a wide drink selection, and the food choices suffice, with the chicken wings being the stand-out. If you’re staying at Fort Wilderness, this is an easy place with not so basic options to grab a quick bite. Crockett’s Tavern has a limited menu. The downfall here, like many other Fort Wilderness eateries, is that Fort Wilderness often feels pretty out-of-the-way as far as Disney dining options go. Would we take Disney transportation just to grab chicken wings and a moonshine cocktail here? Nope. But if you enjoy the camp atmosphere or you are visiting Fort Wilderness for other reasons — maybe a pony ride or kayak trip brings you to the area — Crockett’s Tavern might be a solid option for you! Click Here for 50 Foods to Eat in Disney World for the 50th Anniversary (That AREN’T Covered in Glitter!) Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! 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DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Even if you’re not in Disney World today, there are plenty of ways to bring some Star Wars into your day in celebration of May the Fourth. You might make your own Fuzzy Tauntaun from Oga’s Cantina or check out the new trailer for Obi-Wan Kenobi, which streams on Disney+ later this month. Or you could head online to shopDisney to shop for some of the NEW Star Wars merchandise released for this occasion! Let’s go shopping! If you do plan to check out shopDisney today, you may want to head there sooner rather than later. Because when we tried to visit the site this morning, we were met with a BIG surprise! Disney’s online shopping center, shopDisney, will often have a virtual waiting room if there will potentially be high traffic on the site. This can happen if Disney is releasing some new merchandise that’s expected to be very popular! We’ve seen waiting rooms for collectibles, like the Stitch Crashes Disney collections. But today we might have seen the longest wait YET in one of these rooms. Shopping in Galaxy’s Edge When we went to shopDisney this morning, we were met with the virtual waiting room, which explained what the waiting room is and informed us that we would have 10 minutes to shop once we were admitted to the site. It also informed us that there were 42,383 people ahead of us (!!), waiting to shop! Apparently, we’re not the only ones who had the idea to do some Star Wars shopping today. ©Disney Also in the waiting room, you can take a look at the new items that will be available once you get on the site. There’s a list of the high-demand merchandise and an update about whether they’re currently in stock or sold out. Luckily, most of the items were still in stock when we were there. ©Disney Despite the huge amount of people in the queue ahead of us, we were able to get onto the site in just about 10 minutes. So don’t give up if it looks like there are a lot of people in the queue! The virtual line moves pretty quickly. ©Disney Once on the site, we checked out some of the new Star Wars items. There’s a new set of Legacy Lightsaber Hilts, these ones belonging to Ahsoka Tano. ©Disney The hilts are limited-edition, and only 2,000 have been made. The set includes the 2 hilts and a carrying case as well. The case actually plays The Force theme (John Williams’ “The Princess Appears”) when it opens! ©Disney You can buy this set for $400, but you might want to hurry — there are limited hilts available and we’re expecting this to be a popular item. Buy the Ahsoka Tano Legacy Lightsaber Hilts here. We also found a cool new Spirit Jersey that’s giving us tropical vibes with a Star Wars theme. ©Disney The front says “Rebel Leader,” and the back says “May the Force Be With Us.” The jersey is teal with black and white accents, and it features Star Wars ships and symbols in the design. ©Disney You can get it in adult sizes for $74.99. Buy the “May the Force Be With Us” Spirit Jersey here. Possibly the cutest new things we saw on shopDisney today were these Millennium Falcon: Smuggler’s Run Wishables! ©Disney You can get the mystery pack of the little plushes, which comes with one of the characters from the Disney World attraction: Hondo Ohnaka, R5-P8, a Porg, or the Millennium Falcon itself. ©Disney A mystery pack (with 1 figure inside) costs $14.99. Buy the Millennium Falcon: Smuggler’s Run Wishables here. There were a lot more new items to see, so head online to shopDisney to check out all the new Star Wars merchandise! And keep following DFB for more of the latest Disney news. Check out all the new Star Wars merchandise on shopDisney 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! 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Thought you knew about every hidden secret lurking around the Magic Kingdom? Magic Kingdom We’ve dug up even MORE mind-blowing secrets like secret societies…and secret jars of dirt that’ll make you question how much you REALLY know about the Most Magical Place on Earth. Check out our video below on Magic Kingdom SECRETS Disney Won’t Tell You. Are you a DFB Video subscriber? If you hit the button below, you can subscribe to our channel and catch up on ALL of our latest episodes! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Which Disney World park is your favorite? Let us know in the comments below! The post DFB Video: Magic Kingdom SECRETS Disney Won't Tell You first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

You’ve already met the Disney Genie, used your phone to place a bunch of Mobile Orders, and even know the ins and outs of Mobile Merchandise Check-Out, but now it’s time to learn all about something NEW — MagicBand+! MagicBand+ MagicBand+, the new version of MagicBands, will be available in Disney World this summer. These were actually accidentally released early and we got one and got to test it out. Once MagicBand+ is officially here, it’ll have some special features, including one that Star Wars fans won’t want to miss! Beginning this summer, Disney World guests will get to interact with a bunch of things in the parks in NEW ways thanks to MagicBand+. MagicBand+ will feature “color-changing lights, haptic vibrations and gesture recognition, enhancing the environment’s storytelling.” MagicBand+ One of the new experiences you’ll get to have with MagicBand+ will take place over at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. We actually shared a bit about this when we got a FIRST LOOK at the special Star Wars MagicBand+ design that’ll be available. But today Disney shared some NEW details. It appears Disney has updated an older press release with some of this new information. ©Disney According to Disney, the new experience will be called “Star Wars: Batuu Bounty Hunters.” With this experience, guests will be able to “join the Batuu Bounty Hunters’ Guild in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.” Using a MagicBand+, guests will then be able to find virtual bounties that have been hidden throughout Black Spire Outpost. What’s going on back there?! How will you find these virtual bounties? Well, you’ll have to follow the MagicBand+’s light patterns and haptics to complete the mission! You’ll also be able to use the Play Disney Parks app to reveal your virtual bounty by using the “app’s built-in augmented reality thermal viewer.” You’ll have to be logged into the Play Disney Parks app with the Disney account that is linked to your MagicBand+ to access this special feature. ©Disney Once you’ve completed the mission, you’ll return to “the local guild master.” That guild master will then reward you with galactic credits. This experience (and others) will launch this summer in Disney World once MagicBand+ goes on sale. Looking to get a discount on your MagicBand+? Disney World Resort Hotel guests and Annual Passholders will get the chance to purchase MagicBand+ at a discounted, pre-arrival price, so that’s something to look out for. Galaxy’s Edge in Hollywood Studios When we purchased our MagicBand+ (when they were released by accident) the price was $29.99. MagicBand+ will become available at Disneyland Resort later in the year. But note that some of the features will vary between Disneyland and Disney World. Disney is set to share more details on that soon. Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disney World We can’t wait to learn more about the MagicBand+’s special features and test them out ourselves. Be sure to check back with us for all of the latest MagicBand+ updates! Click here to see EVERYTHING PLUS about MagicBand+ in Disney World and Disneyland! Want MORE Details About Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge? Click HERE for All the News and Details for Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge — Including Our REVIEWS! We're LIVE at Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge in Disneyland The ULTIMATE GUIDE to Disney's Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge PHOTOS: Build Your Own Astromech Droid at the Droid Depot in Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge Millennium Falcon: Smuggler's Run - REVIEW AND TIPS PHOTO TOUR: Don-Okdar's Den of Antiquities PHOTO TOUR: Head Inside Oga's Cantina in Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge With Us! Go INSIDE Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance in Disney’s Galaxy’s Edge! See How the Interactive Technology for Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Will Blow Your Mind! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Will you be buying MagicBand+? Tell us in the comments! The post MagicBand+ Is About to Take Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge to the Next Level in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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Ask any Disney World fan you know and they will probably have something to say about the introduction of Disney movie content into the parks, especially when it comes to EPCOT. Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure Although the Disney Parks did not originally rely solely on films and shows for attractions, now it seems like there are a lot more lands, rides, characters, and even restaurants based on Disney movies, also known as intellectual property (IP). We asked DFB readers to tell us how they feel about Disney movies in the parks and there were some strong reactions! Find out how our readers feel about Disney movies in the parks here. We asked our readers on Facebook (give us a follow if you want to share your opinion in the future!) and many readers shared their thoughts about Disney movies versus original content in the parks. What do YOU think? Love It Many DFB readers embrace Disney movie additions to the parks, even if they also enjoy original content. As one reader said, “I like original concepts but I like when they make movies based [on] rides. Any park can have rides without a connection to anything and even make up an intriguing story behind it, but Disney and Universal bring movies to life.” Frozen Ever After Other readers noted that Disney movies have always been a part of the parks, so it’s not that unexpected to see that trend continue. Plus, as long as there’s a balance between Disney movies and original content in the parks, many of our readers were fine with having both. A reader commented, “I mean Disney movies were always a huge part of the parks from the beginning. While I love the original ideas and want to see more of them, I also can’t fault them for wanting to bring new classics into the park. As long as there is still original [mixed] with the IP, I’m quite happy.” Toy Story Land Although EPCOT is one of the most controversial spots for Disney movie content, a few readers said that they enjoy the new additions to EPCOT, such as Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure and Frozen Ever Ever. A reader commented that involving Disney movies in EPCOT countries is a great way to engage children in culture: “I love to see movies that theme with EPCOT countries included in those pavilions. It’s a great way to have children understand the cultures on their level [and it’s] something they can identify with.” Remy in EPCOT And if you’re a Disney fan who loves Disney movies, why wouldn’t you enjoy them in the parks? This reader said, “I am a Disney fan who enjoys theme parks more than a theme park fan who enjoys Disney Parks. So to me, the animated movies in particular are the heart of what I love most.” Anna and Kristoff The general consensus among these readers was that bringing Disney movies to life in Disney Parks can add to the park experience, especially if they continue to strike a balance with the old and the new. As one reader commented, adding new properties “helps appeal to all ages and styles.” Go inside Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure with us! Hate It When it comes to readers who hate Disney movies in the parks, it seems to amount to a few big factors. Namely, EPCOT. One reader commented, “While I enjoy Disney movies a lot, I’ve always loved the cultural and educational rides the best. It’s really frustrating to me that they’re getting rid of those types of rides and adding more movie-themed ones.” Living with the Land in EPCOT A few other readers commented that it’s acceptable in certain parks, but not others: “It’s fine in Magic Kingdom [and] Hollywood Studios. But self-promotion doesn’t fit in EPCOT and Animal Kingdom. EPCOT should represent the world around us or the future; Animal Kingdom should represent the animals and their environment.” Tree of Life And many readers thought that relying on Disney movies for new content is just, well, lazy. One reader commented, “Basing practically everything off existing IP shows an extreme lack of creativity and imagination. So many great park rides and attractions were original ideas, such as Journey into Imagination, Soarin’, PeopleMover, Space Mountain, and the list goes on. We just don’t see that anymore which is disappointing. Clearly some attractions will be based on existing Disney movies and characters but there appears to be no room for original content.” Space Mountain If you prefer original content in Disney Parks, you might also feel disappointed by the additions of Disney movies, and many DFB readers agree with you! Stop what you’re doing and flashback to EPCOT in 1985! On the Fence The majority of DFB readers ended up somewhere in between loving and hating Disney movies in the parks, with plenty of considerations for both sides of the debate yet not totally thrilled with either option. Still, there were some positive comments even from people on the fence, like one reader who said, “I’m torn. I get they want to promote movies [and the] the original Magic Kingdom was a lot of movie-based rides. But I do like original concepts, like the Jungle Cruise, Haunted Mansion, etc. I like it when they hide movie references in rides. It’s just as fun finding them as finding the hidden Mickeys!” Gusteau’s sign in Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure Queue Some readers pointed out how the addition of classic Disney movies is fine, but newer additions are not as okay with them: “Classic animated Disney movies are fine. Avengers are not Disney to me and I have no interest in rides featuring them.” Not everyone considers Marvel or Star Wars as Disney, and several readers mentioned how the additions of properties like the Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure or Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge (on both coasts) can feel odd and forced in the parks. Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Other readers had issues with the ways that Disney movies have been added and incorporated into the parks. One reader noted that added properties should be “organic and immersive,” and that Hollywood Studios “is supposed to celebrate movie making yet the Star Wars area is presented as a real place, not a movie set.” Another reader commented that “the parks need find the balance of keeping the classics while finding a way to grow and change with the generations and new movies they bring out.” Millennium Falcon in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge As with most of life, not everything can be all one thing, and it’s complicated! Even if you understand WHY Disney has chosen to add certain Disney movies to the parks, it doesn’t mean you have to love it. Read more about Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in Hollywood Studios here! Whether you’re okay with Disney movie content in the parks or not, you can see how the situation is complicated! It doesn’t seem like Disney movie content is going anywhere in Disney Parks, but we’re interested to find out what could happen in the future. Keep reading DFB for more Disney news! Click here to read all about EPCOT’s big transformation! 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 agree with any of our readers? Tell us in the comments! The post The Debate That Has Disney Parks Fans DIVIDED 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. Hello there! Disney has announced all kinds of ways to celebrate May the 4th in the parks, but what if you’re not in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge today? Don’t worry — there are still plenty of ways to embrace this Star Wars holiday at home! Darth Vader You might celebrate by watching the NEW Obi-Wan Kenobi trailer, which Disney just released today. Or you can make your own Ronto Wrap using our awesome recipe. But if you’re in the mood for a little shopping on this holiday, check out a limited-time deal on some merchandise from a galaxy far, far away! Today only, Tervis is selling a pack of 2 Star Wars stainless steel tumblers, in celebration of May the 4th. The set comes with an Obi-Wan Light Saber tumbler and a Vader Light Saber tumbler. Each holds 20 ounces and is made of stainless steel. ©Tervis The pack of 2 costs $65.98, so you can buy them and share one with a friend, or keep them both and switch out your tumblers depending on whether you’re feeling like a Jedi or Sith each day. Click here to buy the special edition Obi-Wan Kenobi and Darth Vader tumblers. This deal is only good for today, so hurry to Tervis to get your tumblers ASAP! And keep following DFB for news about how you can celebrate May the 4th today. Check out 15 unique ways to celebrate May the 4th in Disney World. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. How are you celebrating May the 4th today? Let us know in the comments. The post Celebrate May the 4th With a Limited-Time DEAL on ‘Star Wars’ Tumblers first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Many things have returned to Disney World, but we’re still waiting on some stuff to come back! Monsieur Paul Restaurant remains closed Select restaurants remain closed, as do a few stores, and even the barber shop on Main Street, U.S.A. There are also a handful of things that Disney has announced are returning, but we’re still waiting for their opening dates to arrive, like Victoria & Alberts and Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue! Last year, Disney announced that Fantasmic! would be returning to Hollywood Studios in 2022, and we now have more info on the show! Last year, Disney revealed that Fantasmic! would return with a new segment of the show that includes new characters, stunt performers, animation, and more…and we just found out more details! Fantasmic! The new show sequence will feature Disney characters like Mulan, Pocahontas, Aladdin, Moana, and Elsa in heroic moments! Fantasmic! Disney says there will also be new technical enhancements! The show already was known for its extravagance, with 50 live performers, extensive sets, fun special effects, music, and pyrotechnics. Fantasmic! The official return date of the show has yet to be revealed, but we do know that it will return later this year. We can’t wait to see this show again and watch the battle between good vs. evil over the water in Hollywood Studios! Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney World news and updates. Click here to learn about another Disney World show that’s getting an update! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What is your favorite nighttime show in Disney World? Tell us in the comments! The post NEW Details Revealed About Fantasmic! Returning to Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Happy Star Wars Day, everyone! We’re checking out all kinds of May the 4th celebrations today, like new treats in the Disney parks, free VR experiences in Disney Springs, and several limited-time PhotoPass Magic Shots. But just now, Disney released possibly the BEST way to celebrate this holiday. ©Disney Check out this NEW trailer for Disney’s upcoming Star Wars series, Obi-Wan Kenobi! Darth Vader fans, you’re not ready for this. Disney’s Obi-Wan Kenobi follows the Jedi Master (played by Ewan McGregor), and the story takes place 10 years after the events of Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith. Obi-Wan Kenobi (Ewan McGregor) and his eopie in a scene from Lucasfilm’s OBI-WAN KENOBI, exclusively on Disney+. © 2022 Lucasfilm Ltd. & . All Rights Reserved. We’ve been promised some new and returning characters in this series, played by Moses Ingram, Joel Edgerton, Bonnie Piesse, Kumail Nanjiani, Indira Varma, Rupert Friend, O’Shea Jackson Jr., Sung Kang, Simone Kessell, and Benny Safdie. Reva (Moses Ingram) in Lucasfilm’s OBI-WAN KENOBI, exclusively on Disney+. © 2022 Lucasfilm Ltd. & . All Rights Reserved. But one of the characters we’re MOST excited to see return is Darth Vader, played by Hayden Christensen. In the new trailer that was released today, you can see a glimpse of the Sith Lord and hear his iconic and terrifying breathing. Take a look at the full trailer here! Disney also released a new poster for this series, which you can see here. ©Disney Obi-Wan Kenobi will premiere on Disney+ on Friday, May 27th, with the first 2 episodes. After that, there will be episodes released each week on Wednesday with the finale on Wednesday, June 22nd. Disney has said it will be a 6-episode series. Darth Vader (Hayden Christensen) in Lucasfilm’s OBI-WAN KENOBI, exclusively on Disney+. © 2022 Lucasfilm Ltd. & . All Rights Reserved. We can’t wait to see this series when it premieres later this month! Keep following DFB for more updates on all the latest Disney news. Check out 15 unique ways to celebrate May the 4th in Disney World! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you going to watch Obi-Wan Kenobi when it premieres on Disney+? Let us know in the comments. The post VIDEO: NEW Trailer for Disney’s ‘Obi-Wan Kenobi’ Is OUT *Insert Darth Vader Breathing Here* first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Dust off your lightsabers and charge your favorite droid because #MayThe4thBeWithYou is here! From delicious galactic goodies to new interactive experiences, here’s a list of the many ways you can call upon the Force and make this a memorable May the 4th. View the full article

Who’s ready to rock with the Guardians of the Galaxy? Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Now that we’re getting closer and closer to the opening of the Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind attraction at EPCOT, we’ve been getting a lot of details about the ride’s queue, loading area, vehicles, and even gift shop! But today, Disney announced one more IMPORTANT detail about the ride and how guests will be able to bypass what is sure to be long standby lines. Disney World has announced that Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind will be part of Disney Genie’s Individual Attraction Selection. According to Disney, you will either need to pay to ride through Genie+ in the My Disney Experience app or you can join a virtual queue. ©Disney Pay Per Ride otherwise known as Individual Attraction Selection through Genie+ works like this: if you’re a guest at a Disney-owned hotel, you can access the ride via Disney Genie at or after 7AM on the day of your EPCOT visit and buy Lightning Lane access for the ride. If you’re not staying at a Disney World hotel, you’ll have to wait until you scan your ticket into the park to be able to buy Lightning Lane access. Note that either way, you must have a park pass reservation at EPCOT for that day. You’ll be able to choose a specific window of time to visit the ride. ©Zach Riddley via Instagram (@thezachriddley) Once your time window becomes available, you can head to the ride and scan your ticket, MagicBand, or phone at the Lightning Lane queue entrance, and you’re in! Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Pricing for Cosmic Rewind is not yet known; currently, the highest priced attraction in Disney World is Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance, at $15 per person, per ride (plus tax). Disney also shared that guests will be able to join a Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind virtual queue and that for the time being, there will be NO standby line. You can read more about the virtual queue for the Guardians of the Galaxy Coaster here! We’ll let you know about any other details we learn about the ride, so stay tuned to DFB for more! Click HERE to learn how to purchase Lightning Lane access to ride Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Will you be paying extra to ride Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind when it opens? Let us know in the comments! The post NEWS: PAY-Per-Ride Announced for Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Coaster in EPCOT first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We know a LOT about Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind. We know that EPCOT’s newest attraction will open on May 27, 2022. We know about the Wonders of Xandar pavilion, the ride’s soundtrack, and the cast of characters. We’ve even seen a sneak peek at the merchandise. ©Disney But one BIG question has remained unanswered: HOW will riders GET ON Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind? Well, it’s remained unanswered UNTIL NOW, that is… The Wait Disney World website has been newly updated to say that Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind will utilize a Virtual Queue. ©Disney This means that Guests MUST have a Boarding Group in the Virtual Queue to ride. Registration for the Virtual Queue is accessible through the My Disney Experience app. Click HERE to learn everything you need to know to JOIN a Virtual Queue to get a Boarding Pass for Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind! Disney also shared that a Standby line will NOT be available in the ride’s opening phase. Frozen Ever After Lightning Lane sign in EPCOT Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind will ALSO offer pay-per-rise access via a Lightning Lane through Individual Attraction Selection on the Disney Genie tool in the My Disney Experience app. The cost to ride Cosmic Rewind is not yet known; currently, the highest priced attraction in Disney World is Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance, at $15 per person, per ride. Click HERE to learn how to purchase Lightning Lane access to ride Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind! We CAN’T WAIT to ROCK THE GALAXY when Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind officially opens on May 27th! How about YOU? 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 excited to ride Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind? Let us know in the comments below. The post NEWS: Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Will NOT Have a Standby Line in EPCOT first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind will be officially open in just a few short weeks! Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind This new attraction brings the Guardians of the Galaxy to EPCOT in Disney World, and it’s a one-of-a-kind experience! While we wait for the attraction to officially open, there’s one thing we’re happy to finally get a look at — merch! We’ve seen the Nova Corps-inspired costumes for cast members, which will have them fitting right in as emissaries of Xandar! But we don’t want to launch into the galaxy without looking the part too! That’s why we’re excited to see Disney’s new merchandise, inspired by the Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind! Disney recently shared a video showcasing the new items fans will be able to pick up! Looks like the collection will include some shirts, bags, a water bottle, and more. And just check out those squishy toys!! ©Disney We can’t wait to see them in person. We expect these items and more will be available at the new gift shop that will be located next to the ride — Treasures of Xandar. ©Zach Riddley via Instagram (@thezachriddley) We’ll keep an eye out for more updates, so be sure to check back with us for all the latest! EVERYTHING you need to know about the Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Will you be riding Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind on its opening day? Let us know in the comments! The post VIDEO: FIRST LOOK at Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Merchandise Coming to Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Most of us have one teacher we will never forget. The one that brought their classroom to life, sparking our minds and desire to learn like never before. To coincide with the 50th Anniversary celebration of Walt Disney World Resort, Disney Imagination Campus just revealed the names of 50 inspiring teachers from across the country […]View the full article

Get out those lightsabers and put your hair in Princess Leia buns, Star Wars Day is near! Millennium Falcon May the 4th (as in May the Fourth be with you) is Star Wars Day! Disney World and Disneyland are celebrating with limited-time eats, special photo opportunities, and more! But what if your idea of a perfect Star Wars Day is all about the shopping? Well, if you’re hoping to grab some limited-edition Star Wars merch, there’s something important you need to know about. Today, Disney sent out a push notification via the My Disney Experience app and specified that a virtual queue will be utilized for the May the 4th shopping experience in Disney World. Virtual Queue Push Notification Disney noted that there will be a mix of limited-edition Star Wars-themed merchandise available at Stage 1 Company Store in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Items available will include clothing, collectibles, and even limited-release pins. If you want to snag any of these items, you’ll need to utilize the virtual queue — a standby queue will NOT be offered. Star Wars Merchandise at Keystone Clothiers To access the virtual queue, you’ll need to use the My Disney Experience app. The virtual queue will open up once Disney’s Hollywood Studios opens on May 4th. The park is scheduled to officially open at 8AM (note that Early Theme Park Hours will let Resort Hotel guests in at 7:30AM). Remember that to enter the park you will need a valid ticket and Park Pass reservation. Merchandise will be subject to availability and things could sell out, so be sure to join that virtual queue as soon as you can if you want the best chance at checking it out! ©Disney If you’re heading to Disney’s Hollywood Studios tomorrow, don’t let this virtual queue take you by surprise! Sign up early and keep an eye out for any updates. As always, stay tuned to DFB for more Disney news! Click here to learn about the FREE Star Wars VR experience you can do in Disney Springs! 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. How will you celebrate Star Wars Day? Tell us in the comments! The post VIRTUAL QUEUE to Be Used for Star Wars Day Shopping in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article