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Republican state Rep. Randy Fine, the sponsor of the surprise bill to eliminate Disney’s Reedy Creek special district, is no stranger to controversy in his six years in Tallahassee. View the full article

For many Disney fans, the reason they love Disney so much is because of the emotion attached to it. They grew up watching Disney movies, going to the Disney parks, listening to Disney music, and generally feel a strong connection to the Disney brand. Partners Statue in Magic Kingdom MBLM is a Brand Intimacy Agency that, for the past 12 years, puts out an annual Brand Intimacy Study that measures and analyzes companies’ abilities to bond with their customers. Disney has ranked the highest in this year’s study (for the second time since 2019) amongst hundreds of other well-known brands. Mickey Mouse! According to the study, Disney relies most heavily on nostalgia when creating relationships with their customers. Other major archetypes for the Disney brand are fulfillment, indulgence, enhancement, ritual, and identity. Some of the keywords that Disney is identified with on social media platforms are endorse, love, and anticipation. Festival of Fantasy Parade in Magic Kingdom Some of the other brands surveyed include companies like Amazon, Taco Bell, Airbnb, Netflix, Tesla, and Apple. Behind Disney, Tesla and Apple came in second and third place, respectively. The research from this study will be released in three phases. The first phase, was the ranking of the brands. The second will include insights from the industry, and the third phase will take a look at unique features and perspectives from various brands. Make sure to follow DFB for all the latest Disney news! How You Can Leave Your (Virtual) Mark on Cinderella Castle 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. What is your favorite Disney-related memory? Let us know in the comments! The post New Study Breaks Down Disney’s Success in Brand Intimacy first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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Days spent in the Disney World parks can be EXHAUSTING. If you’re anything like us, you may find yourself needing an afternoon pick-me-up. Whether your go-to is a cup of coffee, a soda, or you take the sugar rush approach, there’s tons of effective (and delicious!) ways to get energized. Joffrey’s 50th Anniversary Coffee Sleeve Today, we spotted a whole new way to give yourself a jolt in Disney World! Ever since Starbucks announced that they would be introducing a line of energy drinks, we’ve been on the hunt for them in Disney World. And now we can officially announce that we have found some at the Starbucks in Disney Springs West Side! We found the Mango Guava Baya Energy drink flavor in Disney Springs. It is sparkling mango guava juice with caffeine added to it to create a refreshing fruity energy drink. Mango Guava Baya Energy Drink When we gave this energy drink a try, we thought it tasted a little like artificial sweetener (which is strange, because there isn’t any artificial sweetener in it), but it’s a good choice for a relatively cheap (at $3.46 per can), quick, and easy way to get reenergized. We also think people who might not be coffee fans but still need their caffeine fix will enjoy this drink! Mango Guava Baya Energy Drink Nutrition Facts This drink is carbonated, so if you’re not a fan of sparkling drinks, we would recommend trying something else. We’ll be sure to keep an eye out to see if this drink pops up anywhere else in Disney World, so stay tuned to DFB for all the latest! FULL List of Mother’s Day Snacks Available in Disney World & Disneyland 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 way to stay energized in the Disney parks? Let us know in the comments! The post REVIEW: NEW Starbucks Energy Drinks Now Available in Disney Springs first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Since spring break first arrived, Disney World has been BUSY. Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind That means it’s becoming more difficult for guests to get park pass reservations — we’ve seen so many dates fill up FAST. One date that we saw fill up REALLY fast was May 27th for EPCOT, which is the day the new Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind attraction opens there. But now, those passes are available again! We were checking park pass availability on the Disney World website when we noticed more park passes are available for EPCOT on May 27th. Previously, park passes for EPCOT on that date were getting pretty full. Now, though, more have opened up. For Disney World resort guests, aka guests staying in Disney World hotels, all four parks are now available on that date. ©Disney Those guests who have just Theme Park tickets now can go to any of the four parks on that date. ©Disney Even Annual Passholders now have more availability on that date, too, for EPCOT — meaning they can get a chance to ride the new attraction. ©Disney If you’re wanting to be at EPCOT for the grand opening of the new ride, we suggest booking those park pass reservations as soon as you can — it’s likely they will fill up completely very soon! We’ll continue to keep an eye on park pass availability and let you know what the current situation is. So stay tuned to DFB for more! SOUNDTRACK Revealed for Guardians of the Galaxy Coaster in EPCOT — Check It Out Here! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Will you be headed to EPCOT on May 27th? Let us know in the comments! The post OPENING DAY Park Passes Available Again for the Guardians of the Galaxy Coaster in EPCOT first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

To create a world in balance, we need to protect the diversity of habitats that wildlife call home. Earlier this week, we shared some of the ways Disney is leading and supporting work to protect the planet on land. Now we are shifting our point of view to the sky to see how Disney is helping winged wildlife species like birds, bats, bees and butterflies! View the full article

Disney is releasing so much stuff in celebration of Disney World’s 50th Anniversary! They’ve installed 50 gold statutes all around the parks, introduced new fireworks shows at Magic Kingdom and EPCOT, and don’t get us started on all of the 5oth Anniversary merchandise collections! Pluto 50th Anniversary Statue We’re only halfway through this 18-month celebration, and today, Disney shared a new feature that has arrived in the Magic Kingdom for the 50th Anniversary! The new experience is called “Cinderella Castle Mural of Memories” and is essentially a virtual mural on Cinderella Castle in Magic Kingdom. ©Disney For $9.99, you can head into the My Disney Experience app and select any portait-oriented PhotoPass picture from the gallery. You’ll then choose a spot to virtually pin your photo onto Cinderella Castle where you and others will be able to see it. The photo will remain in that spot through the end of the 50th Anniversary celebration and for a little while after. Cinderella Castle Also included in the price is a downloadable video of your image flying onto the castle along with a downloadable version of the photo you chose to add to the mural without the PhotoPass watermark in its original form and with a special border. The special border will include your name and, if you’re an Annual Passholder, Disney Vacation Club Member, or Club 33 Member, it will say that as well. Where will you put your photo? Cast Members are able to participate in this too, because every Cast Member will receive a free opportunity to take part in the mural. This experience begins today in the Magic Kingdom! As always, make sure to follow DFB for all the latest Disney news! PHOTOS: The Ultimate Vintage 50th Anniversary Collectible for Disney World Fans Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What do you think of this new offering? Let us know in the comments! The post How You Can Leave Your (Virtual) Mark on Cinderella Castle in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If you’re planning a trip to Disney World during these dates in 2022, you’ll DEFINITELY want to plan ahead! Spaceship Earth When the Disney World parks reopened following the 2020 closure, they introduced the Disney Park Pass Reservation System. With this new process, all guests are now required to make a reservation for their park of choice each day in order to get in. Now that the reservation system has been in place for nearly two years, we’ve got a pretty good idea of which dates are especially likely to sell out…so be sure to plan accordingly! Okay, before we dive into the actual dates themselves, let’s pause for a small — but important — note. Keep in mind that since guests are making passes for individual parks, not Disney World as a whole, some parks are likely to have their reservations filled up more quickly than others. Disney World In general, the two parks that have most commonly run out of Park Pass reservations first are Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. By comparison, EPCOT and Disney’s Animal Kingdom have tended to sell out less quickly. BUT, those trends are subject to change (more on that later), so once you have your vacay dates nailed down be sure to jump on all of your Park Pass reservations ASAP! Tower of Terror Now without further ado, let’s dive into those super coveted dates for Disney World Park Pass reservations! 7 Disney World Planning Mistakes You’ll Make in 2022 Holidays As long-time Disney World fans may know, holidays have historically meant a big rush of guests in the parks. And now that the Park Pass System is in place, that also means reservations can be harder to snag! Halloween in Magic Kingdom If you have plans to travel to Disney World during any major holiday seasons in 2022 like the 4th of July, Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, or New Years, you’ll definitely want to grab your Park Pass reservations as soon as your trip dates are confirmed, as they’re likely to start filling up! Christmas Tree in Magic Kingdom But the major holidays aren’t the only ones to look out for! Don’t forget to check the calendar for any smaller holidays too, especially ones that include a long weekend like Memorial Day and Labor Day, since lots of guests tend to take advantage of traveling during those dates as well! Main Street, U.S.A. If you’re planning to travel to Disney World around any holidays this year, large or small, make your park reservations SUPER early to ensure you get them locked down before they start to fill up! Should You Get Genie+ Around the Holidays in Disney World? We Experiment. School Breaks Just like lots of guests try to tie their trips into their time off from work, it’s also a popular strategy to plan a vacation during a time when the kids are out of school! The two school breaks that tend to have the biggest impact on crowds and Park Pass availability are Spring Break and Summer Break. Spring Break Crowds The Spring Break crowds have already descended on Disney World this year, and based on previous years, we can expect them to stick around through late April. Which means last-minute Park Pass availability will probably be pretty tough to come by for at least the next few weeks! Tree of Life Summer Break season lasts a little bit longer than Spring Break season, which means the availability can be more hit-or-miss with people choosing to visit any time from early June to late August. Pandora With that in mind, you’ll still want to snag those reservations ASAP to make sure you don’t get shut out of the parks by a wave of Summer Break crowds! Think Disney World Is Busy? Wait Until You Hear About the Crowds at the Orlando Airport Special Events Now that we’ve covered official holidays and school breaks, let’s talk about Disney World special events that are likely to impact Park Pass availability! Flower and Garden Festival at Epcot And let’s start with one that we’re SUPER familiar with! EPCOT Festivals With the Flower & Garden Festival running from now through July 4th and the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival likely starting shortly after, it’s true that there’s alllllmost always a festival happening in EPCOT. But there are certain festival dates that can have a bigger impact on Park Pass availability! Flower and Garden Festival If you plan to visit during the first day of an EPCOT festival, you may find Park Passes harder to snag, since lots of people like to be the first to experience an event! EPCOT Food and Wine Festival And since lots of local guests like to visit the festivals during the weekend, you may find EPCOT is harder to find a Park Pass for on Saturdays and Sundays, especially if you’re using an Annual Pass like many other locals! runDisney Races Another popular event series that can draw out literally thousands of extra guests are runDisney races. runDisney banners in Disney World This year, the Springtime Surprise Weekend is set to take place from March 31st through April 3rd, 2022… ©Disney …and the Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend is scheduled for November 3rd-6th, 2022. runDisney Signs With so many people coming out to participate in the races, the Park Pass reservations are likely to fill up both during the weekend itself and the surrounding dates! Grand Openings Who doesn’t love a new Disney attraction?? Any time a new ride debuts, it tends to see a TON of immediate interest from guests. Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure And there’s one exciting new ride that’s set to open in EPCOT soon (remember how we said at the beginning that it might not continue to be one of the easier Park Pass reservations to snag?). The new Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind coaster is currently scheduled to open May 27, 2022! Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind — March 2022 Some pass availability is already filling up for this time, so snag your pass if you are planning to ride this attraction on its opening day. It’s been a while since we’ve seen a new rollercoaster in Disney World! Another MAJOR new ride that’s being constructed in Disney World is TRON Lightcycle Run in Magic Kingdom. This is an exciting step in the right direction! Disney hasn’t announced an opening timeline for this one yet (although we have spotted some testing), so no official word on whether this ride will open in 2022. But whenever an opening date is given, we’d be willing to bet that Magic Kingdom Park Passes will be booked up almost instantly for the opening and its surrounding dates! 5 Changes to Prepare For Ahead of Your Next Disney World Trip With the introduction of the Disney Park Pass System, planning ahead for your Disney World vacation is more important than ever. If you plan to travel during these popular times of the year in 2022, be sure to grab your Park Passes ASAP before the reservations fill up! The Ideal Timeline for Planning a Disney World Trip Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Do you plan to visit Disney World during any of these times in 2022? Let us know in the comments! The post The Hardest Dates to Get a Disney World Park Pass Reservation in 2022 first appeared on the disney food blog. 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Many favorite offerings are coming back to Disneyland Resort and host, Amiyrah Martin and panelists Kristin C. and Kamini C. are breaking it all down for guests. Whether you are a first timer to the parks or a seasoned guest, you will enjoy hearing all the exciting announcements they will discuss; not only for Disneyland […]View the full article

No matter what holiday, Disney celebrates BIG — especially when it comes to food! Mother’s Day Cupcake from 2021 We’ve enjoyed our share of Valentine’s Day treats, indulged in a lot of green St. Patrick’s Day treats, and ate our weight in delicious Easter snacks. But now, Mother’s Day is coming up on May 8th, and both Disney World AND Disneyland are releasing a ton of new treats just for mom! So here’s the FULL list of special Mother’s Day treats coming to both parks! Disney World EPCOT Coral Reef Restaurant Mother’s Day Dessert: Strawberry-pistachio dome with strawberry-lemon gel and ruby chocolate powder (New) (available on May 8th) Le Cellier Steakhouse Mother’s Day Dessert: Strawberry mousseline, pistachio chiffon, strawberry jelly, caramelized chocolate crumble, and raspberry meringue(New) (available on May 8th) ©Disney Sunshine Seasons Mother’s Day Cupcake: Red velvet cupcake with chocolate chip fudge filling and caramel buttercream (available on May 8th) ©Disney Resorts Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort Intermission Food Court Mother’s Day Dessert: Strawberry mousse with strawberry compote and lemon curd (New) (available on Mobile Order from May 4th through 11th) Disney’s All-Star Music Resort World Premiere Food Court Mother’s Day Dessert: Strawberry mousse with strawberry compote and lemon curd (New) (available on Mobile Order from May 4th through 11th) Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort End Zone Food Court Mother’s Day Dessert: Strawberry mousse with strawberry compote and lemon curd (New) (available on Mobile Order from May 4th through 11th) Disney’s Art of Animation Resort Landscape of Flavors Strawberry Bliss Cupcake: Yellow cupcake filled with strawberry boba topped with strawberry buttercream and white vanilla wafers with white chocolate and nonpareils (New) (available on Mobile Order from May 4th through 11th) Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Boma – Flavors of Africa MOM-mosa: A refreshing combination of Sparkling South African Graham Beck Brut Rose, X-Fusion organic mango and passion fruit liqueur, and pomegranate juice (New) (available on May 8th) Disney’s BoardWalk Inn BoardWalk Bakery Jumbo Cupcake: Chocolate cupcake, peanut butter filling, vanilla buttercream, white crispy pearls, and a white chocolate Mrs. Jumbo and Dumbo (New) (available on Mobile Order from May 5th through 8th) ©Disney Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort Centertown Market and Spyglass Grill Strawberry Rose Cupcake: Rose-scented cupcake filled with strawberry rose mousse topped with strawberry buttercream and white chocolate décor (New) (available on Mobile Order from May 4th through 11th) ©Disney Disney’s Contemporary Resort Contempo Café Chocolate Strawberry Tart: Chocolate mousse tart topped with strawberry crémaux and strawberry balsamic compote (New) (available on Mobile Order on May 8th) Steakhouse 71 Mother’s Day Brunch: Spring into the seasons with a scrumptious brunch as you celebrate your family legacy over dishes like Walt’s Prime Rib Hash, Floridian Eggs Benedict, and Bacon & Eggs. (New) (available on May 8th) Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Gasparilla’s Island Grill Mother’s Day Mimosa Cake: Golden sponge cake topped with a chocolate Cinderella slipper filled with mimosa-flavored mousse (contains alcohol) (available on Mobile Order from May 6th through 8th) ©Disney Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Capt. Cook’s Mother’s Day Sweet Treats Box: Guava macarons, a coconut macaroon with white chocolate drizzle, and a pineapple cheesecake crème puff (New) (available on Mobile Order from May 6th through 8th) Disney’s Pop Century Resort Everything POP Shopping & Dining Strawberry Bliss Cupcake: Yellow cupcake filled with strawberry boba topped with strawberry buttercream and white vanilla wafers with white chocolate and nonpareils (New) (available on Mobile Order from May 4th through 11th) Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter and Riverside Sassagoula Floatworks & Food Factory and Riverside Mill Mother’s Day Cupcake: Lemon-scented cupcake filled with fresh blueberry compote topped with vanilla buttercream and fondant flowers (New) (available on Mobile Order from May 4th through 11th) Disney’s Riviera Resort Le Petit Cafe Mini Dessert Chocolate Box: Hand-crafted chocolate box with a ganache brownie, raspberry macaron, and lemon madeleines (New) (available May 8th) ©Disney Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Roaring Fork Mother’s Day Cupcake: Raspberry swirl cupcake filled with raspberry custard and crispy pearls topped with lemon buttercream and chocolate and fondant décor (New) (available on Mobile Order from May 6th through 9th) Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club Resorts The Market at Ale & Compass and Beach Club Marketplace Sweeter Than Roses: Raspberry mousse and chocolate cake with a ruby red raspberry center and chocolate and fondant décor (available on Mobile Order from May 5th through 8th) Disney Springs Amorette’s Patisserie “I Love You Mom” Dessert: Coconut cream, chocolate mousse, and Grand Marnier jam on a coconut chiffon (New) (available from May 6th through 9th) Disneyland Resort Disneyland Park Plaza Inn Mother’s Day Brunch: Drop “inn” to enjoy a meal with family right in the middle of Main Street, U.S.A. with classic American fare joined by Minnie Mouse and her friends. Starting April 20th, you can reserve your spot. Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa GCH Holiday Cart Enjoy various Mother’s Day-themed treats including chocolate-covered strawberries, macarons, and cookie shots available with milk or liqueur ©Disney Storytellers Cafe Mother’s Day Brunch and Dinner: Feast on delicious dishes with the whole family as you enjoy decadent flavors and characters in this brunch and dinner celebration. Make your reservation starting April 20th. Disneyland Hotel Goofy’s Kitchen Mother’s Day Brunch and Dinner: Grab the whole gang to celebrate over tasty plates and even appearances from beloved Disney friends! You can reserve your dining experience beginning April 20th. So there you have it, the FULL list of EVERY single Mother’s Day treat you can get soon at Disney World and Disneyland. We’ll be checking out all the snacks and getting you full reviews, so stay tuned to DFB for more! Here Are 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. Will you be visiting Disney World or Disneyland while these treats are available? Let us know in the comments! The post FULL LIST of Mother's Day Snacks Available in Disney World & Disneyland first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Threats to Disney World’s ability to govern its own property in Florida (thanks to a special independent district it has operated under for years) are now becoming very real. Cinderella Castle Earlier this year, we shared how one Florida representative had mentioned the idea of repealing the act that formed the Reedy Creek Improvement District — a district that essentially allows Disney World to act as its own county with relation to the land on which it operates in Orlando, Florida. The Florida Governor then expanded a session session of the legislature to allow for this action to be considered. And now we’ve got some huge updates. According to The Orlando Sentinel, the Florida Senate “quickly voted” on Wednesday (April 20th) to dissolve the Reedy Creek Improvement District (RCID). Again, this is the special district that affords Disney a great amount of control over its land in Florida and essentially lets it operate as its own county. Click here to learn more about Reedy Creek, how it functions, and why its dissolution could mean “disaster” for Disney The Sentinel notes that lawmakers had originally come to Tallahassee for a special session regarding a “congressional map drawn by DeSantis’ office.” But, less than 1 hour before the special session started is when Governor DeSantis expanded the session to be able to include consideration on a bill that would repeal the RCID. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis ©Deadline The Orlando Sentinel also says that DeSantis has expanded the session to include consideration on “another bill retracting a special carveout that protected Disney from liability in the so-called Big Tech law from 2021.” On the Reedy Creek bill, the Senate voted 23-16 to dissolve the RCID (with one Republican senator voting against the bill). The Senate also voted 24-15 (along party lines) to approve the bill that would retract the “Disney carveout, which was found unconstitutional by a federal judge.” (The Orlando Sentinel) Reedy Creek Fire Department ©Reedy Creek Critics of Florida Governor DeSantis have said that these bills are “meant to punish Disney, Florida’s largest single-site employer, for opposing the so-called ‘don’t say gay’ law signed by DeSantis last month.” (The Orlando Sentinel) The Sentinel also says, “The bills were filed almost as soon as he called for the expanded session, raising questions about who wrote them and whether the sponsors were forced to carry them for the governor.” The Walt Disney World main gate Senate Bill 4-C appears to be the bill that was passed. You can see more details about it on the Senate website, where it notes that it was voted on on April 20th and got 23 yeas and 16 nays. Senate Bill 4-C says “Notwithstanding s. 189.072(2), any independent special district established by a special act prior to the date of ratification of the Florida Constitution on November 5, 1968, and which was not reestablished, re-ratified, or otherwise reconstituted by a special act or general law after November 5, 28 1968, is dissolved effective June 1, 2023. An independent special district affected by this subsection may be reestablished on or after June 1, 2023, pursuant to the 31 requirements and limitations of this chapter.” Mexico Pavilion The Reedy Creek Improvement District was created in 1967 (thus, prior to the 1968 date in the Bill). House Bill 3-C appears to be the version of this bill that was introduced in the Florida House. The Senate website notes that the latest action in the House indicates that it was placed for a 3rd reading. That has since been updated to note that it was added to a third reading calendar. ©Florida Senate Website The House website notes that a specific amendment failed after a 2nd reading. That has since been updated to say that the House substituted SB 4-C and “H Laid on Table, refer to SB 4-C.” ©Florida House of Representatives Website Michael Grieco, a member of the Florida House of Representatives, tweeted yesterday that the Florida Legislature “cannot unilaterally dissolve Disney’s Reedy Creek Improvement District. It’s an exercise in futility…” But it seems at least Senate leaders were quick to vote on the matter today. We’ll continue to keep an eye out for more updates and let you know what we see. Click here to see why analysts say Florida stripping Disney World’s power could COST residents and counties Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! The post NEWS: Bill That Could End Disney World's Self Governance Takes a Big Step Forward first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The earth deserves some love — it is our home, after all! Luckily, our second home, also known as Disney World, is celebrating Earth Day (and Animal Kingdom‘s birthday), so now’s the time to grab a (reusable) fork and dig into a new dessert as we celebrate the special event this month! Tree of Life But, the newest Earth Day treat isn’t where you might expect it! You’ll have to head over to Disney’s BoardWalk for the new earth-inspired CUPCAKE! For a limited time, the BoardWalk Bakery is serving a new Garden Cupcake for Earth Day! It’s a lemon cupcake with a lemon curd filling, topped with vanilla buttercream and a white chocolate ladybug. We know that this cupcake is here for Earth Day, but it could easily be around for the spring or even the EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival with how spring-y it is! Garden Cupcake! We thought that the cupcake itself is light and really refreshing and while you can definitely taste the lemon flavor, it isn’t too tart or overpowering. You will want to keep in mind that this cupcake is served from the cooler, so if you prefer a more room-temperature cupcake, we’d recommend waiting a few minutes before you eat it or taking it with you back to your room. It won’t take long to cool down in the Florida heat! Isn’t it adorable? And, if you’re a big fan of icing then we’ve got good news for you! There’s A TON of green icing on top of this cupcake — like, Disney really loaded up on this one. And, like most frosting-covered cupcake in Disney World, we found that we walked away with a green tongue and teeth after enjoying it. Garden cupcake cross-section All in all, while we’re certainly not writing home about this cupcake, we think that it would appeal to just about anyone (unless you really hate lemon, of course)! You can give it a try for yourself if you’re in the neighborhood now through April 22nd for $6.29! And, in the meantime, we’re always on the lookout for the latest Disney news, so stay tuned for more! 14 Reasons Your Upcoming Disney World Trip Look Different Than Expected 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 cupcake that you’ve ever had in Disney World? Let us know in the comments! The post WARNING! 🚨 Disney World's New Treat Will Decorate Your Teeth! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

There are so many ways to celebrate the special people who do so much for us each and every day. This year, express your appreciation through flavors and enjoy these mouthwatering Mother’s Day treats! View the full article

Alright, coffee people, this one’s for you! Joffrey’s Cold Brew Did you know it’s National Cold Brew Day? That sounds like a pretty serious holiday to us. Joffrey’s Coffee and Tea Company is celebrating in Disney World with a SERIOUS deal that you’ll need to hurry to snag. TODAY ONLY, you can snag 50% OFF cold brew at every Joffrey’s location around the Disney World parks and in Disney Springs! Shakin’ Jamaican Cold Brew with Caramel Syrup To claim the deal, you can show the social media post from the Joffrey’s Twitter to the Cast Members! If you’re in Disney World today, this is a pretty great way to get your caffeine fix for cheap! Head on over to a nearby Joffrey’s to celebrate National Cold Brew Day with a discount. Cold Brew As always, keep an eye on DFB so you don’t miss ANY Disney World news! Did you know you can get Mickey ON your coffee in Disney Springs? 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. Snagging coffee in Disney World today? Let us know in the comments! The post QUICK! You Don't Have Long For A GREAT Disney World Coffee Deal! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney’s responses to Florida’s Parental Rights in Education Bill (what critics have called the “Don’t Say Gay” bill — which is now law) has had a number of impacts on the company, and prompted responses from all kinds of political leaders. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis ©Deadline Disney’s most recent statement (made when the bill was passed into law) prompted a response directly from Florida Governor Ron DeSantis. Since then, we’ve seen references made to Disney’s handling of the situation made in discussions surrounding the potential repeal of the Reedy Creek Improvement District — the district that essentially allows Disney World to act as its own county and gives it a great amount of self governance. Now, another political figure has chimed in. A Quick Recap First, let’s do a very quick recap of what’s happening. When the “Don’t Say Gay” bill was signed into law, Disney issued a statement saying the law should have never passed or been signed, and that their “goal as a company is for this law to be repealed by the legislature or struck down in the courts.” Florida Governor Ron DeSantis then made a statement saying that Disney’s comments about working to repeal the law have “crossed a line.” ©Fox10 News | Florida Governor Ron DeSantis Following this, Florida representative Spencer Roach said that there had been meetings regarding the repeal of the act that created the Reedy Creek Improvement District (RCID). Roach said, “If Disney wants to embrace woke ideology, it seems fitting that they should be regulated by Orange County.” Governor DeSantis indicated that he would be open to this idea of the repeal. DeSantis said, “I would not say that that’d be retaliatory. I mean, the way I view it is, you know, there are certain entities that have exerted a lot of influence through corporate means to generate special privileges in the law…I don’t think we should have special privileges in the law at all.” (Click Orlando) DeSantis then expanded a special session of the Florida legislature to include the ability to consider repealing the Reedy Creek Improvement District Act. Reedy Creek Fire Department ©Reedy Creek If you’re not familiar with it, Reedy Creek is a special improvement district that governs the land Disney World operates on in Orlando. Essentially, because of the way that the RCID is set up, Disney World governs its own land and in many ways gets to act as its own county. This gives it a lot of freedom in decision making when it comes to how it handles development on its land in Orlando, and other things. We’ve analyzed the impact that the repeal could have on Disney World and why one individual said it would mark “disaster” for Disney. Analysts have also indicated that stripping Disney World of their power with the RCID could cost residents and local counties. Governor Newsom’s Response In response to the Florida Governor and Legislature’s recent actions (in discussing the repeal of the RCID and expanding the special session to include this possibility), California Governor Gavin Newsom posted a message on Twitter. Newsom asked, “THIS is what ‘business friendly’ means?” He also noted that California protects free speech and helps its businesses grow. Newsom finished his tweet by saying “Punishing businesses for speaking out against hatred is the move of an authoritarian regime.” We have not seen Disney make any kind of response to Governor Newsom’s or Governor Polis’ comments. Could any of Disney’s plans change in the future given the current situation with the Florida legislature? Only time will tell. We’ll be sure to look for more updates. Click here to see why analysts have said that stripping Disney World’s power could COST residents and counties Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! The post NEWS: State Governor Suggests "Mountain Disneyland" for Colorado Following Florida's Threat to Disney's Self Governance first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

When a federal judge overturned the travel mask mandate this week, it began a domino effect of companies announcing they were ending the requirement of its passengers to wear face coverings to protect against COVID-19, but cruise lines have yet to completely follow suit. View the full article

We’ve got ice cream on the mind because Salt & Straw is OPEN in Disney World! Salt & Straw Salt & Straw is a unique and popular ice cream shop that has been serving up fun flavors in Disneyland’s Downtown Disney for a while. Now, a location is FINALLY open in Disney World’s Disney Springs and we’re taking a look at how the line works at this POPULAR new spot. Folks were lined up outside of Salt & Straw as soon as it opened this morning. This spot is popular in Disneyland so we weren’t too surprised when the line started to grow. People are ready for ice cream Like other popular Disney Springs spots, when the line gets too long, a virtual queue is started. We saw this happen for the first time this morning! Salt & Straw But it’s not limited to opening day! Whenever the line grows out of the Salt & Straw area, they’ll use the virtual queue to help manage crowds. Salt & Straw in Disney Springs To sign up for the virtual queue, you can speak to the Cast Member with an iPad by the queue and give them your phone number. When it’s time for you to come join the physical queue, you’ll get a text! Virtual Queue Check-In We’ll be keeping an eye on how busy Salt & Straw is over the next few days so stay tuned and keep an eye out for a FULL REVIEW of all the great flavors! Click here to learn more about the opening! 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. Got questions about Salt & Straw? Ask them in the comments! The post NEWS: Disney World's Salt & Straw Will Use a Virtual Queue! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Calling all ice cream lovers — there’s a NEW sweet shop in Disney World just for you! Salt & Straw in Disney Springs! Salt & Straw officially opens today in Disney Springs and we’ve been bringing you along for a look at the menu and all that there is to see inside! There’s already a long line (including a virtual queue) to get a scoop, but we’ve got the SECRET to skipping the wait entirely! There’s something for everyone at Salt & Straw, and it’s sure to be an experience you’ve never tasted before. We already got a taste of some flavors like Olive Oil, Strawberry Honey Balsamic with Black Pepper, and Cinnamon Snickerdoodle (we weren’t kidding when we said they had unique flavors), and with so many wild options, you may find yourself wanting to come back again…and again…and again to try something new. Just Some of the Flavors! But, if opening day crowds are any indication of just how popular this new ice cream shop will be, you might find yourself waiting a long time just to give a few flavors a try. Luckily, there’s a way to SKIP the line entirely with online ordering! Here’s how it works! First, you’ll want to head on over to the Salt & Straw website, and click on the bright orange “local pickup & delivery” button in the upper right-hand corner. ©Salt & Straw Then, you’ll click on the “Disney” button that has the castle icon. ©Salt & Straw The location information for both Downtown Disney and Disney Springs will pop up, so you’ll want to be sure that you’re selecting the Disney Springs option to be sure your ice cream will be ready for ya on the east coast! You’ll also notice that the location’s hours, directions, address, phone number, are here in case you need it for reference. Go ahead and click on the bright orange “order now” button to continue with your online order! ©Salt & Straw To start your order, you’ll choose the number of scoops you want — or, if you’d prefer a pint, you can select which flavor you want your pint to be! Then you choose what time you want to pick up your ice cream (note that delivery isn’t currently available and Salt & Straw hasn’t announced whether that will be an option in the future from this location). ©Salt & Straw Once you choose your scoop and pickup options, a screen will pop up where you can customize your scoop order. For the scoop customizations, you choose the “Disney Serving Option” of either a cup, cup with a lid, sugar cone, or waffle cone (for an extra $2). Then you choose your flavors! Keep in mind that ordering this way means that you won’t be able to sample the flavors before you commit like you would in-store. ©Salt & Straw After choosing your flavor(s), you’ll press the green “Add to Order” button at the bottom of the pop-up screen and then press the green “Checkout” button to the right. At that point, you’re taken to a review screen. That’s where it will confirm your order details and process payment. Then, press that green “Place Pickup Order” button at the bottom of the page, and you’re good to go — just head to Salt & Straw in Disney Springs when it’s time! What Ice Creams Do You Want to Try? It’s that easy to place a pickup order at Salt & Straw! Of course, we’ll be bringing you our FULL review of this new ice cream shop soon to help you decide which flavors you should try, so be sure to stay tuned to DFB for more! See What Opening Day At Salt & Straw Is Like 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. Will you be trying out Salt & Straw? Let us know in the comments! The post How To AVOID The Long Wait At Salt & Straw In Disney Springs! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

In honor of Earth Month and to celebrate Disney Planet Possible, we’re celebrating cast members’ dedication to the conservation and preservation of our planet. Their determination has helped inspire the Disney Conservation Fund to provide numerous grants supporting various conservation initiatives around the globe—taking action to change our planet’s story. One specific cast member’s passion […]View the full article

In case you missed it, EPCOT’s newest ride, Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, will be opening soon! Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind last week The highly anticipated indoor coaster is scheduled to open on May 27th, 2022, with a few early preview opportunities for Disney World Annual Passholders, Disney Vacation Club Members, and D23 Gold Members. With the opening date only a few weeks away, we have a BIG update! We were walking into EPCOT today when we saw a little hint of the Nova Corps Starblaster peeking out. We expected to see the usual construction walls surrounding the upcoming attraction, but instead, we were surprised! I spy with my little eye… We couldn’t get super close to the area but check it out! The construction walls are officially down, and you can now get a really good view of the Wonders of Xandar pavilion. The walls are down! You can also get a full view of the Nova Corps Starblaster! No more standing on tiptoes to get a look from beyond the construction wall. Yay! Check out the new way to see Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind in our video below! We’re getting closer and closer to opening day, so stay tuned to DFB for more Disney news as we wait for the ride to officially open! Check out the soundtrack for 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. Are you excited to ride Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind? Tell us in the comments! The post PHOTOS & VIDEO: Construction Walls DOWN at EPCOT's Guardians of the Galaxy Ride first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Walt Disney World offers Magic Kingdom visitors spots on virtual digital mural upon Cinderella Castle. View the full article

To ensure we are equipping our readers with all the information they need, we will continue to report on all travel, safety, and COVID-related news that could impact a Disney Parks visit. COVID-19 mask rules have changed on a number of airlines, in certain airports, in Disney World, and even on rideshare services, but things aren’t quite over yet. Face mask These recent mask changes all came out following a Federal Judge’s ruling that voided the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) mask mandate for public transportation. But that ruling might be challenged in the future. According to The New York Times, the Biden administration has announced that it intends to appeal the Judge’s ruling that struck down the CDC’s mask requirement for planes and more but ONLY if the CDC “decides that extending the measure is necessary.” In a statement from the Justice Department, they indicated that the Justice Department and CDC “disagree with the district court’s decision and will appeal, subject to C.D.C.’s conclusion that the order remains necessary for public health.” (The New York Times) First Aid Center Mask Sign The CDC’s mask mandate had been previously extended through May 3rd, 2022, but the entire situation changed following that Federal judge’s order. According to the New York Times, if the CDC decides that there is a “public health basis for trying to reinstate and extend the mandate,” then the Justice Department will file an appeal of the Judge’s decision that struck down the mask mandate. If the CDC does NOT decide that there is this public health basis, then “the administration will not appeal and the case will instead end as mooted — but without any signal of executive branch acquiescence to the judge’s view of its authority.” (The New York Times) As the New York Times notes, the Administration is charting a “careful course” surrounding this topic. (The New York Times) Masks on the Monorail | Photo from March of 2022 The statement from the Justice Department notes that it “continues to believe that the order requiring masking in the transportation corridor is a valid exercise of the authority Congress has given C.D.C. to protect the public health…That is an important authority the department will continue to work to preserve.” (The New York Times) CNN shares that the “CDC was set to assess whether the mandate was still needed until May 3, and Coley [referring to spokesperson Anthony Coley] said any appeal would come after that date.” According to CNN, some administration officials have indicated that the expect the CDC will decide that an appeal is necessary, but ultimately the decision will be up to the CDC. We’ll continue to look for updates. For now, know that mask rules have changed at Disney World and masks are optional on all Disney World transportation. ©Disney Be sure to check the rules for any airlines you might be flying with or other transportation you’ll be using to stay up to date on the latest mask rules. Click here to see the push notification Disney World guests received via mask policy updates Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! The post NEWS: Biden Administration May Appeal Court Ruling that VOIDED the CDC's Mask Mandate first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney Springs has tons of yummy spots to grab a bite, and now there’s one more you need to add to your food bucket list. Salt and Straw ice cream flight Salt & Straw is a unique ice cream shop that already has a location in Disneyland’s Downtown Disney where they serve up some super creative and unexpected ice cream flavors. It was announced a while ago that Disney Springs would be getting a location, and we have the biggest update yet! Salt & Straw is officially open at Disney Springs! If you want to try their funky ice cream flavors, all you have to do is head to Springs. Salt & Straw in Disney Springs Salt & Straw is located near the AMC Dine-In Theater, and the building has lots of unique ice cream details. Fun details! We saw the Salt & Straw co-founders Kim and Tyler Malek taking pictures with the crowd, and the ribbon was cut to open the store. It’s time to cut the ribbon! You can watch the ribbon cutting ceremony in our video below! The crowd gathered in the queue area set up next to the building. It’s never too early for ice cream! People are ready for ice cream We were told that when the queue area fills, Salt & Straw will activate a virtual queue. You just need to check in with an employee outside the building to enter the virtual queue, and you’ll receive a text when it’s time for you to get in the line. Virtual Queue Check-In The first 100 customers today received a little spoon that they could use to redeem for a free scoop! A spoon for a scoop! You can actually skip the line if you prefer to grab a pint of ice cream or even a side of waffle cones to go. The RULES Inside, you can order your ice cream scoops at the counter. What flavor would you choose? Waiting for a scoop! You can choose from a wide selection of ice cream pints in the freezer. Cinnamon Snickerdoodle? Yes, please. Pints There were also some souvenirs you could buy, like these Salt & Straw ice cream scoops. Souvenir Scoop We’ll give you a full review of everything we tried at Salt & Straw soon, so stay tuned to DFB for more! Click here to check out the upcoming themed brunches 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. Are you gonna try the ice cream at Salt & Straw? Let us know in the comments! Disclosure: In nearly all circumstances, Disney Food Blog writers and photographers pay full price for their own travel, hotel, food, beverage, and event tickets. We do this because it’s important to us as journalists to ensure not only that we give you unbiased opinions, but also that you can trust us to do so since we’re paying our own way. On rare occasions, when we are invited by a company to attend a preview as media, and when we choose to accept that invitation, we will always make you, our readers, aware of that situation. We were invited by Disney World to attend their media preview of Salt & Straw in Disney Springs. 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 PHOTOS & VIDEO: Salt & Straw is Officially OPEN in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If there’s anything we get excited about here at DFB, it’s Disney FOOD. And our readers are pretty dedicated to the craft as well! Steakhouse 71 Stack Burger But when you’re a Disney foodie, it can be a seemingly impossible task to decide where to eat on your next vacation. You think about it for months, but there are SO many good options! Recently, we reached out to our followers on Facebook to see which NEW Disney World restaurants they’re most excited to visit, and we got some pretty interesting answers. Space 220 Let’s kick things off with a new restaurant that opened back in the fall, Space 220! Many of our readers said that they were really interested in visiting this new spot, mostly thanks to its unique atmosphere and concept. (Who WOULDN’T want to dine in space?!) Space 220 If you’ve got the budget for it, you can make a reservation for the dining room. However, they also offer a lounge where guests can order items a la carte for a little bit cheaper — reservations are also available for the lounge, and they’ve been very popular. Click Here for Our Dinner Review of Space 220! Steakhouse 71 Steakhouse 71 was another popular choice from our readers who hadn’t been to Disney World in a few months! This restaurant opened up on the 50th Anniversary and it serves three different menus for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. It has been a hit with Disney fans so far, thanks to some delicious items (like that burger!) and the more affordable steakhouse prices. Steakhouse 71 It’s located at the Contemporary Resort, so it’s just a short walk or monorail ride away from Magic Kingdom — sounds like a great place to take a midday break and grab some lunch to us! Don’t forget to make your reservations ahead of time to secure your spot. Click Here to See Our Full Dinner Review! La Crêperie de Paris And last on the list of newly opened restaurants is La Crêperie de Paris, which also opened up officially on the 50th Anniversary. This spot added a new counter service and table service option to the France Pavilion, serving authentic crêpes and galettes from the Brittany region of France. La Creperie de Paris If you dine in the sit-down restaurant, you can order from the prix fixe menu or grab some items individually. It’s not an incredibly large dining room and reservations go pretty quickly, so just keep that in mind when booking. Click Here for Our Review of La Créperie de Paris! Storybook Dining Moving on, let’s talk about a newly reopened offering that many of our readers are very excited to experience — Storybook Dining at Artist Point! This restaurant offering at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge just returned at the end of 2021, and here you’ll be able to see Snow White, Dopey, Grumpy, and the Evil Queen. Dopey This restaurant is still relatively new (it opened back in 2018 and didn’t even get to operate for two years before the closures), so it’s a pretty popular choice for a character meal. However, it’s not cheap — $60 per adult and $39 per child with shared appetizers, your choice of entree, and shared desserts. Click Here to See Our Full Review of Story Book Dining! Connections Cafe and Eatery Finally, we make it to the list of restaurants that haven’t yet opened! First up is Connections Cafe and Eatery, which is coming to EPCOT this spring and will be the new quick service spot in the front of the park. (Replacing the long-gone Electric Umbrella.) Connections Cafe We’ve already had a glimpse at the menu, and it’s looking pretty delicious! They’ve got burgers, chicken, pizza, and salads. Prices range from $10.29-$12.99 for adult entrees, so it’s pretty standard. It’ll also be home to the new Starbucks location, so you don’t have to stand outside in the sun while waiting on your drinks anymore! Check Out the Connections Cafe and Eatery Menu Here! Woody’s Roundup Rodeo BBQ And last but not least is Woody’s Roundup Rodeo BBQ, coming soon to Toy Story Land. We’ve been anticipating this restaurant for a few years now, and watching construction to see if there have been any updates. We found out a few months ago that this new spot will indeed be opening up in 2022! ©Disney Roundup Rodeo BBQ concept art We don’t have the menu, the prices, or too many details yet, but it’s part of a slightly larger expansion in Toy Story Land that includes what we believe to be a new gift shop. We’re interested to get more informaiton on these projects soon, and can’t wait to enjoy some yummy barbecue! Click Here to Learn About the Toy Story Land Updates! Which one are you most excited to visit on your next trip? Let us know! 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In honor of the Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary celebration, today Disney PhotoPass Service is introducing “Cinderella Castle Mural of Memories,” which lets you magically transform Cinderella Castle with your photos. While at Magic Kingdom Park, you can use the My Disney Experience app to add select Disney PhotoPass photos to Cinderella Castle using some really cool augmented reality technology, brought to life through our collaboration with Snap.View the full article