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When it comes to food, Disney World has a ton of options, ESPECIALLY at Disney Springs! There are delicious quick-service spots, LOADS of places to grab sweet snacks (including Everglazed and Gideon’s), and upscale restaurants owned by award-winning chefs. It can be difficult to decide where to go! The Edison Some of these restaurants are only open for dinner, but recently Enzo’s Hideaway announced it would be serving lunch. Now, ANOTHER Disney Springs restaurant has shared that it is open for lunch, too! More lunch options? We’re in! According to a post from The Edison on Instagram, The Edison is now open for lunch daily in Disney Springs! Prior to the COVID-19 park closures, this spot was open for lunch. It then reopened just for dinner. If you’re not familiar with it, The Edison is that cool, industrial and steampunk-like restaurant and bar that looks like a 1920s power plant. So if you’ve got a hankering for that DB Clothesline Candied Bacon or Electri-Fries or simply want to indulge in a fun cocktail, you might not have to wait until dinner! Just be sure to check the menu and see what’s available during your visit. DB ‘Clothesline Candied Bacon’ The Edison is now opens for lunch every day starting at noon. So, avoid the potential dinner crowds and consider grabbing some food earlier in the day there! We’ll let you know about any other restaurant changes or updates at Disney World, so stay tuned to DFB for more! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Have you ever been to The Edison? Let us know in the comments! The post See What's BACK at The Edison in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

One of the industries that has been greatly impacted by the global health crisis is the entertainment industry, particularly Broadway theatrical productions. ©Disney on Broadway Broadway ended up being shut down several months due to COVID-19. Once live theater returned, mask and vaccine requirements were put in place for audiences. Now, Broadway has decided to extend its mask mandate. Here’s what you need to know. Previously, Broadway was set to require masks only through April 30th even after New York dropped its mask mandate. Now, that mask mandate for Broadway shows has been extended. According to The Orlando Sentinel, Broadway will continue to require audience members to wear masks through at least May 31st. That means that all theater-goers are still required to wear a mask while they’re inside the theater. The Orlando Sentinel notes that this announcement comes “as the United States deals with a fresh COVID-19 surge, with cases rising nationally and in most states after a two-month decline.” ©Disney Aladdin The Musical Charlotte St. Martin, president of the Broadway League said in a statement: “Our intention is that by maintaining strict audience masking through at least the month of May, we will continue that track record of safety for all. And of course, we urge everyone to get vaccinated.” ©Disney One policy that will change, however, is vaccination checks. The Orlando Sentinel reports that vaccination checks will now be up to individual theater owners. The Schubert Organization, which currently owns 17 theaters, has already said it will not require proof of vaccination from audience members as of May 1st. However, all Broadway workers are currently required to be vaccinated. ©Disney Future masking rules and guidelines will be released by The Broadway League sometime in May. This announcement follows the Center for Disease Control and Prevention’s decision to extend the mask mandate in the U.S. on planes, trains, and other spots also due to some rising COVID-19 levels. We’ll continue to monitor the situation and keep you updated, so check back with us for more news. Click here to see how to get free N95 masks in the United States Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! The post NEWS: Mask Mandate EXTENDED for Broadway Shows first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Looking for a new Disney wallpaper for your iPhone or other smart phone? Tired of staring at the same photo of your cat (adorable, but maybe it’s time for a change from Mr. Mittens)? Well we’ve got just the thing for you! Could a Disney Friend Be Your New iPhone Wallpaper? Sometimes you just need a subtle way to incorporate Disney into your daily life. You can snatch up some jewelry, some Disney kitchen items, or you can go all out and just rock that Minnie ear headband. It can be nice to add a little Disney to your day, and Disney just provided a NEW way for you to do that when it comes to your phone wallpaper! If you’re looking for a new wallpaper for your computer or even phone, look no further because Disney has you covered! Recently, Disney shared a fun EPCOT wallpaper for fans to enjoy. It features that loveable Figment painting the EPCOT logo! ©Disney Can we just take a moment to appreciate how adorable Figment looks in this wallpaper? You can click the image above and download it for your computer. Or you can tap the image below and download it to use for your iPhone or other smart phone! ©Disney You can also visit the Disney Parks Blog website to view the wallpapers there. We hope this wallpaper brings you a bit of joy and sparks your imagination! Make sure to stay tuned to DFB for the latest Disney news! Click Here for FREE Wallpapers From DFB! 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 EPCOT wallpaper? Let us know in the comments! The post The FREE Disney Wallpaper Figment Fans Won't Want to Miss! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If you’re planning a trip to Disney World this summer, you have a lot to look forward to! Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind will be open this summer! Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind is opening up on May 27th (and looks SO COOL!), EPCOT’s Flower and Garden Festival will go on until July 4th, and then EPCOT’s Food and Wine will start on July 14th. ALL of Disney World’s hours have already been posted through June 25th, 2022, so let’s take a look to help you plan your Disney days! May Magic Kingdom In May, the hours are a bit all over the place in Magic Kingdom! On May 1st, the park will be open from 9AM-10PM, then on May 2nd it will be open from 9AM-11PM. But, on May 3rd, Magic Kingdom is only open from 9AM-4:30PM. From May 4th-7th, the park will be open from 9AM-11PM and from May 8th-14th, the park will be open from 9AM-9PM. Note that there are Extended Evening Hours on May 4th (11PM-1AM) and May 11th (9PM-11PM). ©Disney Then, on May 15th, Magic Kingdom will once again only be open from 9AM-4:30PM. But, for the rest of the month — from May 16th-31st, Magic Kingdom’s hours are 9AM-10PM. There are Extended Evening Hours on May 17th and May 25th from 10PM-12AM. ©Disney Remember that you still can’t park hop until after 2PM! ©Disney Now, let’s look at EPCOT. EPCOT Over in EPCOT, the park will be open from 8:30AM-9PM from May 1st-7th. Then, from May 8th-14th, the park will be open from 9AM-9PM. Extended Evening Hours are happening on May 2nd and May 9th from 9PM-11PM. ©Disney For the rest of the month, EPCOT will keep the same hours, from 9AM-9PM. Extended Evening Hours will be on May 16th and May 23rd from 9PM-11PM… ©Disney …and again on May 30th from 9PM-11PM. ©Disney Let’s head over to Animal Kingdom! Animal Kingdom At Animal Kingdom, the park will be open from 7:30AM-8:30PM from May 1st-7th, then from 9AM-7PM for the rest of the month. ©Disney Remember, as of this writing, there are no Extended Evening Hours at Animal Kingdom. ©Disney And on to Hollywood Studios we go! Hollywood Studios From May 1st-7th, Hollywood Studios will be open from 8AM-9PM. Then, the park is open from 9AM-9PM for the remainder of May. ©Disney Hollywood Studios just had Extended Evening Hours on one night in April, but there are none for May as of right now. But, we will of course keep you updated! ©Disney Let’s head to Typhoon Lagoon! Typhoon Lagoon Typhoon Lagoon will be open from 10AM-5PM for almost the entire month of May. ©Disney From May 28th-30th, the water park will be open from 10AM-6PM, which the Disney H2O Glow After Hours event taking place on May 28th from 8PM-11PM. On May 31st, the park goes back to being open from 10AM-5PM. ©Disney Finally, let’s look at Disney Springs! Disney Springs Disney Springs will be open from 10AM-11PM on Sundays-Thursdays in May, and open from 10AM-11:30PM on Fridays and Saturdays. ©Disney So, make sure you pay attention to the day you’re at Disney Springs! June Magic Kingdom In June, Magic Kingdom will be open from 9AM-10PM from June 1st-25th (later dates have not yet been released). There will be Extended Evening Hours on June 1st and June 8th from 10PM-12AM… ©Disney …and on June 15th and June 22nd from 10PM-12AM. ©Disney On we go to EPCOT! EPCOT At EPCOT, the park will be open from 9AM-9PM every day in June so far except on June 5th, when EPCOT will be open from 8AM-9PM. Extended Evening Hours will take place on June 6th from 9PM-11PM… ©Disney …and on June 13th and June 20th from 9PM-11PM. ©Disney Let’s check out Animal Kingdom! Animal Kingdom In Animal Kingdom, the park will be open from 9AM-7PM from June 1st-11th, and then from 8AM-8PM from June 12th-25th. ©Disney We’ll be sure to update this post as soon as the rest of June’s hours are released! Hollywood Studios At Hollywood Studios, the park will be open from 9AM-9PM for the entire month so far! ©Disney We’ll also definitely be on the lookout if there are any more Extended Evening Hours announced for Hollywood Studios. Typhoon Lagoon At Typhoon Lagoon, the water park will be open from 10AM-5PM from June 1st-3rd as well as June 6th-9th, then it will be open from 10AM-6PM on June 4th-5th and June 9th-11th. The Disney H2O Glow After Hours event will take place on June 4th and June 11th from 8PM-11PM. ©Disney The hours get a little bit longer in the second half of the month — Typhoon Lagoon will be open from 10AM-7PM from June 12th-25th. The Disney H2O Glow After Hours event will happen on June 18th and June 25th from 8PM-11PM. ©Disney Finally, over to Disney Springs again! Disney Springs Disney Springs will once again be open from 10AM-11PM on Sundays-Thursdays in June, and open from 10AM-11:30PM on Fridays and Saturdays. ©Disney There ya have it — ALL of the hours announced so far for May and June 2022 in Disney World. We’ll be updating this post whenever any changes are made or more hours are released, so stay tuned to DFB for updates! Click here to learn more about Extended Evening Hours 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 planning a trip to Disney World this summer? Tell us in the comments! The post A Full List of Disney World Park Hours for May and June of 2022 first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Do you have a favorite Disney World hotel? Do you love the views at the Yacht Club? Do you love the tropical theming of Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort? Maybe you prefer the beachy vibe at Disney’s Beach Club Resort? Or maybe you feel like they just can’t beat the fun retro vibes of Disney’s Pop Century Resort? Things are constantly changing at the resorts (just like at the parks!), so we constantly visit all the hotels to keep you updated! Here are the latest updates from Disney World hotels! Beach Club Merchandise Updates Beach Club Marketplace We found a cute “Everyday is Sundae” Ornament with Mickey and Minnie on it! Everyday IS sundae! The ornament is $24.99. Thousands of Disney Guests Weigh In On If They Will Buy the Disney Dining Plan When It Returns — Here’s What They Said! Yacht Club Merchandise Updates The Market at Ale & Compass There’s a new-to-us Minnie Mouse Bathing Suit available at the Yacht Club. This one is giving off some seriously tropical vibes! Minnie! The bathing suit is $49.99. Here Are 25 Items You Wouldn’t THINK You’d Need in Disney World, But You DO! Swan and Dolphin Merchandise Updates Disney Gift Shop There’s a new Little Mermaid Bathing Suit with Rash Guard available for $49.99. Note, however, that it’s available online for $29.99! It has a rash guard! We also found a pair of Kid’s Mickey Swim Trunks here! Mickey swim trunks! The swim trunks are $24.99. New Disney World Permit Hints at HUGE Hotel Pool Expansion — Check It Out Here! Contemporary Resort Food Updates Contempo Cafe We tried some new Easter snacks at Contempo Cafe, including an Easter Bunny Bark. It’s made with Dark Valrhona Chocolate topped with Sprinkles and Jelly Beans. Was it good? OH, YEAH! This one is a must for serious chocolate lovers for $5.99. So much fun! We also tried the Easter Cookie Sandwich for $5.49, which is two Sugar Cookies with a Strawberry Marshmallow Cream between, along with Easter sprinkles (it comes in a pack of two). We loved the cookies in the snack, but the cream wasn’t great and made a big mess because it just kept oozing out of the cookie sandwich. The cookies are so good We’re all about the Easter treats right now, so be sure to check them out for yourself! Read Our Full Review of These Snacks Here! Grand Floridian Food Updates Gasparilla Island Grill We got two MORE Easter treats at the Grand Floridian. First was the Bunny Blondie Pop for $6.29, which is a brown butter blondie made with dried cherries and mini chocolate chips, covered in white chocolate with white chocolate bunny ears and a bow. We thought it was delicious! Bunny Blondie Pop We also had the Spring Birds Nest Donut, which is a chocolate cake donut covered with icing, sprinkles, a crunchy chocolate nest, and sugar eggs. Although this was a cute treat, it did not cut it for us. It all started with a donut that disappointed us. Spring Birds Nest Donut But you can try it for yourself and give us your thoughts. Get it for $5.79. Read Our Full Review of Both Snacks Here! Grand Floridian Merchandise Updates Curiouser Clothiers You can grab a sweet Alex and Ani Mickey Mom Bracelet at the Grand Floridian now, just in time for Mother’s Day! Mom Bracelet The bracelet is $49.99. Here Are 11 Ways to Pamper Disney-Lovin’ Moms for Mother’s Day Pop Century Food Updates Everything POP! We’ve seen some adorable Easter treats this year, but we think the Coconut Sugar Bunny Cupcake is one of the cutest! This carrot cake cupcake is filled with pineapple and topped with cream cheese buttercream and a coconut sugar bunny. Just look at it! BUNNY butt The cupcake was pretty delicious, but it was so moist that it fell apart when we cut into it! Try it for yourself for $6.49. You can also get this cupcake at: Landscape of Flavors at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort Centertown Market at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort Sassagoula Floatworks at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter Riverside Mill at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside Everything Pop at Disney’s Pop Century Resort Read Our Full Review of This Cupcake Here! Pop Century Merchandise Updates Everything POP! You can now rep the Country Bears Jamboree on a T-Shirt for $36.99. Country Bears! There’s also this cool retro Fab Five License Plate Tee. The Fab Five This t-shirt is $36.99. Guests Share What Disney World Can Do to Improve their Vacation Experience — Here’s What They Said All-Star Sports Food Updates End Zone Food Court We hopped into Easter with the Spring Into Easter Dessert. It’s Strawberry Mousse with Blueberry Compote and Lemon Curd on a Vanilla Cake! It was ANOTHER cute Easter snack, PLUS it has Thumper on it! It’s so cute! You can get it now for $5.99 at all three of Disney’s All-Star Resorts. Read Our Full Review of This Treat All-Star Movies Merchandise Updates Donald’s Double Feature You can now get an All-Star Resorts Hoodie! Hoodie! The hoodie is $59.99. Check Out Disney World’s SHOCKINGLY TINY Hotel Room — Riviera Resort Polynesian Village Food Updates Capt. Cook’s There’s ANOTHER Easter treat over at Capt. Cook’s! This one is the Hoppy Easter Cupcake! It’s a vanilla cake with green frosting, jelly beans, strawberry marshmallow fluff filling, and a dark chocolate rabbit for $5.99. Get ready for a sugar rush! The filling is very sweet, but we found it tasty. Add that filling to the huge frosting on the cupcake though, and it might be too sweet for some. Read Our Full Review Here Polynesian Village Merchandise Updates BouTiki This Polynesian Village Resort Tank is adorable — we’re digging the glittery lettering on it. We saw a version of this tank back in 2020 with a different color scheme, but this particular color was one we didn’t recognize. Cute tank! This tank is $34.99. Here’s What You Need to Know About Renting a Car in Orlando in 2022 Moana Mercantile We finally found the Stitch Baseball Cap we previously saw in Disneyland. Awesome, wild, wacky The hat is $24.99. Stitch Fans: Get Ready to FILL Your Kitchens With Disney’s Latest Collection! Animal Kingdom Lodge Food Updates The Mara The Raspberry Fields treat looks a lot like a green blob. It’s made with a pistachio financier with raspberry gelée, lemon curd, and a white chocolate glaçage for $5.99. Yes, it looks kinda scary… Raspberry Fields …but this is a case where you shouldn’t judge a book by its cover. This snack was DELICIOUS — maybe one of the best we’ve had in a while! Read Our Full Review Here! Animal Kingdom Lodge Merchandise Updates Zawadi Marketplace Look at this charming Alex and Ani Mickey Beaded Bracelet. Mickey beads! The bracelet is $55. Here Are ALL the Places to Find Mickey Waffles in Disney World Port Orleans Resort — French Quarter Jackson Square You can grab a new-to-us Port Orleans Resort Hat for $27.99. New-to-us hat We also spotted the Monsters, Inc. 20th Anniversary Mug that we previously saw in Disneyland. Monsters, Inc. Mug! The mug is $19.99. See More Photos Of This Mug! Port Orleans Resort — Riverside Fulton’s General Store There’s a new-to-us Port Orleans Resort — Riverside Hat! Riverside Cap! This cap is $29.99. Disney World Is Changing and These 12 Construction Updates Prove It Art of Animation Merchandise Updates Ink and Paint Bring on ALL the Easter candy because we just found some good stuff! There’s a carton of Mini Easter Chocolate Eggs for $6.95… Easter candy? Yes, please! …a Chocolate Bunny for $1.45… Chocolate bunny …and a Chocolate Egg Gift Stick! CHOCOLATE! The gift stick is $5.95. Here’s How Supply Issues Now Impacting Disney World MagicBands Riviera Resort Merchandise Updates La Boutique You can now get a fluffy Riviera Blanket that folds into a nice neat pillow for $150. Fluffy blankets! We also found a white Riviera Blanket. Riviera Blanket This blanket is $59.99. Here Are 3 NEW Restaurants Coming to Disney World in 2022 Those are all the updates from Disney World hotels we have for now, but stay tuned because we’ll soon be back with more! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. What’s your favorite Disney World hotel and why? Let us know in the comments! 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We’re BACK for another week of bringing you the hottest Disney merchandise online! It’s time to go shopping! Yep, that’s right, we’re talking shirts, bags, accessories, and pretty much anything that you could need for a Disney vacay. So if you’re not in the mood to spend an exorbitant amount on Disney souvenirs, we recommend you hide those credit cards before you proceed any further. (Don’t say we didn’t warn you! ) Disney Apparel Starting out with the most popular section of merchandise this week, we’ve got the Disney apparel! First up, Her Universe released a new Marvel collection with the perfect items for those who are hoping to do some “bounding” as their favorite characters. Check out this Doctor Strange Cosplay Dress — it’s on sale for $39.92! ©HotTopic We also found the perfect Disney Princess shirts for your upcoming theme park trip, all from Jane! The pastel designs feature everything from Mickey balloons to princesses in sunglasses, and you can grab any of them for $18.99 each. ©Jane.com Looking for something REAL pricey to wear? Well, you’re in luck, because Stella McCartney released a Fantasia-themed Disney collab, and it’s filled with some over-the-top items, like this Fantasia Movie Poster Maxi Dress for $1350. (Yeah, we weren’t kidding about the prices!) ©Saks Fifth Avenue And finally, there’s a bunch of new Turning Red merchandise on BoxLunch. But this collection is made to focus on everyone’s new favorite (faux) boy band…4*Town! ©BoxLunch See what we mean about having to hide your wallet? All these new collections are seriously tempting! Click Here to See the Full 4*Town Collection! Disney Accessories But what should you pair with those new clothes? Why, some Disney-themed accessories of course! A new Dooney & Bourke series was released online this week, this time inspired by the animated classic, Dumbo. How cute are these black and white bags?! Dumbo Crossbody And the incredibly popular Mickey Pretzel collection from the theme parks has landed on shopDisney as well! The group of merchandise comes with a pair of Minnie ears, a backpack, and a Spirit Jersey. Pretzel Minnie ears And speaking of new ears, we got two new pairs of Rose Gold Minnie Ears online this week as well. It has been several years since the rose gold trend first took off, but it seems that it’s still going strong! ©Disney The latest design is a little bit different than the ones we’ve had in the past. It has a pink bow instead of a sequined one to match the ears! Click Here to Check Out the New Ears! Plushes And finally, there are some new plushes online to honor one of Disney World’s most popular restaurants — Chef Mickey’s! They’re itty bitty versions of Mickey and Minnie in their chef outfits, and they’re simply adorable. Just look for yourself… Aren’t they so CUTE? …see, we’re right! You can grab each one for $21.99, which is $3 cheaper than at Disney World. Buy the Plushes Here! That’s everything new online this week! Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney merchandise updates and all the theme park news that you need to know! Click Here to See All the 50th Anniversary Merch Online! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What’s the last Disney item that you bought? Tell us in the comments! The post Looking for the Perfect Disney Outfit? Everything You Need Dropped Online This Week! 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. Everywhere you look in Disney these days, spring is in the air (despite those temperatures sometimes making it feel more like summer)! EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival We’re still in the midst of the EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival in Disney World, and Disneyland is celebrating all things spring and Easter! With so much talk about the season of growth, you might find yourself in the garden. If you are getting your spring gardens into shape, then these Disney items are perfect for you! If you’re getting ready to start a garden or acquire any indoor plants, you’re going to need a watering can to make sure your plants aren’t thirsty! The Flower & Garden Festival Watering Can might do the trick. ©Disney It’s $19.99 and would honestly make for great home decor as well! Click Here to Buy the Flower & Garden Festival Watering Can Got a garden full of herbs but can’t remember which is which? Check out the Flower & Garden Festival Mickey Mouse Garden Stakes! ©Disney This set of six includes tomato, cucumber, carrot, parsley, basil, and Mickey stakes. You can get the set for $14.99. Click Here to Buy the Flower & Garden Festival Garden Stakes Winnie the Pooh fans will be happy to see that there’s also a set of garden stakes devoted to this silly bear. The Winnie the Pooh and Pals Herb Markers are made from stoneware, and come with five different stakes. We love these sweet little herb markers! They feature Pooh, Piglet, and Tigger, and each stake has a blank space so you can customize them! They’re $19.99. Click Here to Buy the Winnie the Pooh Herb Markers Need somewhere to plant your herbs? Look no further, because the Flower & Garden Festival Planter is here to save the day. ©Disney It’s $19.99 and is roughly 9 inches tall. Click Here to Buy the Flower & Garden Festival Planter Finally, with all these new gardening tools, you’re going to need somewhere to put them! The Flower & Garden Festival Tin Box will probably come in handy. Grow Green Tin Box It’s roomy enough for your basic gardening tools and features a hinged lid. You can get it for $39.99. Click Here to Buy the Flower & Garden Festival Tin Box Happy planting! For the latest Disney merchandise news and beyond, be sure to stay tuned to DFB! 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 are you growing in your garden? Let us know in the comments! The post 5 Disney Items to Help You Grow the Perfect Spring Garden first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

There are exciting things happening at Disneyland Resort! Sleeping Beauty Castle Right now, we’ve got some construction, food, and merchandise updates to bring you from the Happiest Place on Earth, so let’s get right into it! Disneyland Construction Updates During our last visit, we saw that the Toontown sign has been removed from the bridge area. Mickey’s Toontown has been closed since last month and is being refurbished to bring new experiences to the area. No More Toontown Sign! The area will be receiving more interactive experiences along with their own version of Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway, currently in Hollywood Studios! Click here to learn more about the Toontown reimagining! Disneyland Merchandise Updates Toydarian Toymaker In Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge over at Toydarian Toymaker, we spotted this Black Series Creature Set for $34.99. Black Series Creatures Set The set includes a mynock, porgs, bogling, and Kowakian monkey lizards. Disney California Adventure Construction Updates We spotted some sets under the water for World of Color, but we have not seen any visible construction in the area. World of Color is returning soon! World of Color is returning on April 22nd and will be utilizing a virtual queue. Click here to learn more about the virtual queue! Disney California Adventure Merchandise Updates Elias & Co. Over at Elias & Co. we spotted three new tee shirts and a tank top! We saw this Play in the Parks Disneyland Resort shirt for $24.99… Disneyland Resort Shirt …this yellow Mickey shirt for $24.99… Mickey Mouse! …this Judy Hopps from Zootopia shirt for $36.99… Judy Hopps! …and this Mickey Sunglasses tank top. Mickey wearing sunglasses! This tank top is also $36.99. Downtown Disney Merchandise Updates Star Wars Trading Post At the Star Wars Trading Post, we saw this Darth Vader Legacy Light Saber Set, that is currently sold out on shopDisney. We’ve also seen the legacy light sabers in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Darth Vader Legacy Light Saber It is $219.99. Grand Californian Hotel Food Updates Over at a special stand in the Grand Californian we spotted three Easter treats. The first was this cookie shot for $8. Cookie Shot! We also saw this Carrot Cake Loaf for $13 that even had carrot decorations in the frosting! Carrot Cake Loaf And the last Easter treat we spotted at Hearthstone Lounge was the Easter basket cookie. This cookie is Mickey-shaped with frosting made to look like an Easter basket with jelly beans in the basket! Easter Basket Cookie This cookie was $12. Click here to see our review of these treats! Grand Californian Hotel Merchandise Updates In the Grand Californian shop, Acorns Gifts & Goods, we spotted a set with 2 Chip & Dale Christmas ornaments! It includes both a Chip ornament and a Dale ornament that clips and attaches to your Christmas tree! Chip & Dale Ornaments This ornament was priced at $24.99, and is one we saw earlier this year in Magic Kingdom out at Disney World. And that’s what’s new at Disneyland Resort, Disney California Adventure, Downtown Disney, and the Grand Californian Hotel! Be sure to keep reading DFB for all the latest Disney news! World of Color Will Use a VIRTUAL QUEUE in Disneyland! Want to Learn More About Disneyland? Check Out the Links Below! Check Out Important Details about the 2022 Disney California Adventure Food and Wine Festival Learn About Disney Genie and How to Use it in Disneyland See the Latest Updates About Disneyland’s Face Mask Policy Check Out What You Need to Know About the Theme Park Reservation System for Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Check Out Our Disneyland Restaurants Guide Learn All About Disneyland Park See What Marvelous Stuff You’ll Find at Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure See More About Pixar Pier in Disney California Adventure Learn About the Disneyland Mobile App Get All the Details About Mobile Order in Disneyland Learn More About Disneyland’s Magic Key Program What’s Going to Be Different About Your Next Disneyland Trip? Click HERE to Check Out Lots of Other DFB Posts About Disneyland Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe Will you be heading to Disneyland soon? Let us know in the comments! The post What’s New at Disneyland Resort: A Toontown Construction Update, Cookie Shots, and More! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney Cruise Line has gone through quite a few changes over the past few years. The Disney Wish Recently, COVID-19 guidelines were relaxed a bit for Disney Cruises, and even traditional character meet-and-greets are returning soon! But let’s face it, sailing on a Disney Cruise isn’t exactly cheap, so any discount you can get is probably worth it. There are quite a few ways to save on Disney Cruises right now, so take a look! Save Up to 35% Off on Select Sailings On select dates and sailings, you can save anywhere between 25% to 35% on your cruise! You can take a look at Disney’s website for more information about which cruises qualify for which discount, and make a note that these discounts apply only to new bookings and full payment is required and non-refundable. ©Disney You can save up to 35% on sailings out of Miami to the Bahamas or the Western Caribbean, or up to 25% off on sailings out of Miami, Port Canaveral, San Diego, and Vancouver, with destinations to the Bahamas, the Eastern Caribbean, Vancouver, and Alaska. ©Disney Prices vary depending on the date and the cruise, so make sure you review the applicable cruises carefully before booking! Florida Resident Savings Florida residents can save on select cruises sailing to the Bahamas and the Western Caribbean out of Port Canaveral or Miami, with savings of up to 35%. At least one adult in each stateroom must be a Florida resident who is able to provide proof of residency within 48 hours of booking. ©Disney This discount is limited and only offered to 50 staterooms per sailing, but it can also apply to new AND existing reservations! ©Disney You must send proof of Florida residency to offerverification@disneycruise.com within 48 hours of your booking or your cruise will be canceled, with possible fees applied. Make sure you have access to your Florida Driver’s License, ID card, utility bill, or renter’s lease at the time of booking! Special U.S. Military Rates Special military rates are available for retired and active U.S. Military personnel, and valid identification must be presented at check-in. These rates are available only for new bookings, and they’re limited to one stateroom per military member. There are only 50 staterooms available per category per sailing for this discount. ©Disney Discounted sailings are available with destinations to the Bahamas, the Pacific Coast, Alaska, and the Mediterranean. ©Disney Rates vary depending on the date, so make sure you take a look at the eligible sailings before booking! Canadian Resident Savings Canadian residents also have the option to save on Disney Cruises, with discounts from 30% to 35%. ©Disney Qualified cruises sail from Miami to the Bahamas or the Western Caribbean, and guests must provide proof of Canadian residency at check-in. The discount can be applied to new and existing reservations. ©Disney This offer is limited to a select number of staterooms, and suites and categories with restrictions are excluded. Disney Premier Visa Card And finally, if spend $1,000 or more within 3 months of opening your Disney Premier Visa Card (like when you book a Disney Cruise!), you can earn a $300 statement credit. ©Disney That’s an extra $300 you can put toward souvenirs on your Disney Cruise! It might be worth considering if you’re hoping to save a bit extra on your booking. And these are all the current discounts you can get on a Disney Cruise! Check back with DFB for more Disney Cruise Line discounts and offers. It never hurts to save a little money, right?! See ALL the new COVID-19 guidelines updates for Disney Cruise Line here! What You Need to Know About Disney Cruise Line Learn All About Disney Cruise Line and Its Various Ships Check Out Lots of Details About Disney Cruise Line’s Newest Ship -- the Disney Wish (Including More About the Star Wars Bar and First Attraction at Sea Coming to the Wish) See the Latest on Disney Cruise Line’s Mask Policy Learn About Disney Cruise Line’s COVID-19 Testing and Vaccination Policies Check Out 10 Things That’ll Be Different About Your Next Disney Cruise See More About the Virtual Queues and Other Changes Made on Disney Cruises Check Out How Much It’ll Cost to Sail on Disney’s Newest Cruise Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe Are you booking a Disney Cruise soon? Tell us in the comments! The post ALL The Ways to SAVE on a Disney Cruise Right Now first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Chag Sameach! Happy Festival! This week, SHALOM, Disney’s first Jewish Business Employee Resource Group, invited us into their world as they gear up for the Spring celebration of Passover! Beginning at sundown today, family and friends will gather over Matzah and matzo ball soup to honor past suffering and celebrate Spring, rebirth, and community. Yonit […]View the full article

EPCOT’s newest ride is almost here! Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind is just weeks away from making its Disney World debut. The ride will open on May 27th, 2022, and we’re already starting to see some previews of what it will look like. We’ve gotten a look at the inside of the queue, the Cast Member costumes, and more! And now, we just learned some HUGE details about the story of the attraction. Marvel.com just revealed who the villain is going to be in Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind! While this character has never had an official meeting with the Guardians before this ride, he’s got a deep connection to the story of this crew. ©Disney The villain of the new Guardians of the Galaxy ride in EPCOT will be…a Celestial named Eson, or Eson the Searcher! Eson actually once had possession of the Power Stone (one of the 6 Infinity stones). ©Marvel/Disney Eson has been watching Earth, or Terra, for a long time, and he apparently wants to “right a wrong in a big way.” That doesn’t sound like a good thing. But don’t fret — the Guardians are there to interfere and save the day, and they’ll need some help from guests to get it done! ©Disney Other Celestials that we’ve seen in the MCU include Arishem from The Eternals and Ego from Guardians of the Galaxy: Vol. 2. It’s cool to see such an interesting Marvel figure be at the center of a Disney World ride! ©Disney The ride opens on May 27th, and is a unique Omnicoaster attraction with Disney’s first reverse launch. We can’t wait to finally get on this ride. Be sure to check back with us for all the latest Disney Parks news! Click here to see what Guests Think About Traveling to Disney World For the New Guardians Ride! 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 for Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind? Let us know in the comments! The post FIRST LOOK at the Villain You'll Have to Defeat in EPCOT's Guardians of the Galaxy Ride first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Salt & Straw is heading to Disney Springs VERY soon! We can’t wait! The family-run ice cream chain is known for its unique, frequently changing flavors (like banana and avocado sorbet or brown ale and bacon). Salt & Straw uses locally sourced ingredients, and makes flavors that have an emphasis on community connections. While this ice cream shop already has a number of other locations — including one in Downtown Disney at Disneyland Resort — we are eagerly anticipating its April 20th opening date in Disney Springs! Until then, all we can do is drool over Salt & Straw’s latest flavor (and you might drool too because it sounds amazing!). Salt & Straw just shared that a new flavor from their Student Inventors Series “just dropped!” Bottomless Limes! blends ribbons of Key Lime cheesecake, chunks of a golden pie crust crystallized with brown sugar and ginger, and pieces of sprinkle-covered chocolate bark. We actually gave a sneak peek at this flavor a few weeks ago when Salt & Straw revealed their newest flavor creations, but we couldn’t help but share details about it again since it is now available! ©Salt & Straw Each inventive flavor in this series was inspired by a creative story written by a kid. The story behind Bottomless Limes! was written by 12-year-old Rae and it investigates the origins of a mysterious holiday called Hole Day, which is celebrated by hanging string lights and turtle decorations and eating key lime pie ice cream for dinner?! Sounds like a party! You can check out the other flavors in this series and see more bizarre flavors that have appeared at Salt & Straw in the past. Could this flavor be one featured in Disney Springs? We’ll have to wait to find out! Be sure to follow DFB for all the details as this popular ice cream shop makes its Disney Springs debut! Click here to see the bizarre flavors you might find at Salt & Straw! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Have you ever tried Salt & Straw ice cream? Let us know your thoughts down below. The post Could Key Lime Cheesecake ICE CREAM Come to Disney World SOON? first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

WHEW. Do we have some Disney news for YOU! Reopening dates, Genie+ changes, and previews selling out super fast — this week has been full of all that and MORE when it comes to Disney news. Magic Kingdom Heading to Disney World soon? Want to make sure you’re prepared before you step into the Most Magical Place on Earth? Or just curious to know what’s been happening in the world of Disney lately? We’ve got the updates you need right here! 1 — Expedition Everest Updates First up, we’ve got some exciting news about Expedition Everest in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. The ride has been closed for MONTHS as it is being refurbished, and there were some signs potentially indicating that the closure would last longer than expected. But, recently we saw hours listed for Expedition Everest starting on April 16th, indicating that the ride is scheduled to reopen on that date! Expedition Everest! That date is also reflected in an important Genie+ CHANGE when it comes to this ride. According to Disney’s website, Expedition Everest will be part of the standard Genie+ service starting April 16th, 2022, until August 7th, 2022. ©Disney Normally, Everest is available through Individual Attraction Selection (NOT the standard Genie+ service). But, for a limited time, it will be part of the standard Genie+ service (just like Frozen Ever After, Space Mountain, and Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway). Click here to learn more about this Genie+ change! 2 — Guardians of the Galaxy News Next, we make our way to EPCOT for some news about the park’s upcoming ride — Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind! First, we recently got a look at Cast Member costumes for this attraction! ©Zach Riddley (@thezachriddley on Instagram) Then, registration for Annual Passholder and Disney Vacation Club member previews opened up. But those QUICKLY SOLD OUT! If you weren’t able to snag a preview spot, be sure to make those Park Pass reservations and buy your tickets for EPCOT for the date the ride will open to the general public. We’re getting closer! If you were lucky enough to get a spot for the Annual Passholder previews, be sure to check out Disney’s updates regarding Park Passes for those attending the event. Will Annual Passholders need Park Passes for their Guardians of the Galaxy ride previews? Click here to find out! 3 — Food News Feeling hungry? Well, there are LOTS of delicious treats to try in Disney World and new snacks coming soon that we learned about this week. First, Disney has announced that Narcoosee’s (at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa) is closing in mid-June and will reopen with an “enhanced table-service experience.” Narcoosee’s In Disney Springs, the NEW ice cream spot — Salt & Straw — has officially shared their opening date with us. Click here to learn more! ©Salt & Straw Over at EPCOT, the Flower & Garden Festival has already brought us something NEW! The Farmer’s Feast booth has CHANGED its menu just in time for spring, and it’s a must-try! See our full review here. Springtime Menu Spread Over in Disney Springs, the create-your-own treats are back in Goofy’s Candy Co.! Get ready to load up those Mickey-shaped rice krispie treats and more with all kinds of sweet toppings! Bright colors At Disney’s Animal Kingdom, we finally got the chance to head over and try the new coffee drink with a ZEBRA DOME on top, and let’s just say that we were in Zebra Dome heaven! She’s a beaut! At Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort, Spyglass Grill has reopened! We’ll be sharing our full review of our meal soon, but click here to get a first look at this reopened spot! Spyglass Grill Drinks & Desserts Ever wanted to eat a BOOT?! No?? Well, you might after seeing some of the new treats coming to Disney World for Earth Day, including a very familiar-looking boot (made mostly of chocolate, of course!). ©Disney And finally, we got an EXCLUSIVE interview with Gwendolyn Rogers, the owner of the Cake Bake Shop, which will be opening a location in Disney’s BoardWalk in the future. ©The Cake Bake Shop by Gwendolyn Rogers Wonder what some of Rogers’ favorite things are on the menu, her thoughts on decorations for the restaurant, and more? Simply want to learn more about this spot and see why it might be a must-try for you? Click here to see our FULL exclusive interview! 4 — A Main Street Electrical Parade POPCORN BUCKET?! Over at Disneyland, we’ve got some exciting news for those who have been yearning for the return of nighttime spectaculars. The Main Street Electrical Parade, Disneyland Forever, and World of Color are set to return to Disneyland soon! When they do, there will be all kinds of goodies in the parks to celebrate, including special churros, popcorn, cookies, and more! Click here to see the FULL list of food that’ll be in Disneyland for the return of these spectaculars. ©Disney But that’s not all. Popcorn bucket enthusiasts will be thrilled to know that a Main Street Electrical Parade popcorn bucket and sipper will also be joining the group! We expect these will be verrrry popular, so you’ll want to snatch them up fast. ©Disney If you’re hoping to view World of Color when it returns to Disney California Adventure park, just be aware that Disney will be using a virtual queue for the viewing areas. There will be additional viewing areas (first-come, first served) for guests who can’t get a spot in the virtual queue, but the virtual queue is recommended. Click here to see the rules for signing up for this virtual queue. World of Color at Disney California Adventure Finally, in terms of Disneyland news, this week we shared the news that Disneyland won’t use Genie+ for character meet-and-greets. Instead, guests will just have to wait in the traditional stand-by line. Dream Team Disney World has utilized Genie+ for some character meet-and-greets so this is a pretty big difference between the parks. We’ll keep an eye out for more updates. Click here to see more about this Genie+ news 5 — Travel News And finally, we’ve got a big travel news update. The U.S. mask mandate for planes, trains, and transportation hubs was set to expire on April 18th. But, this week the CDC and TSA announced that the mask mandate for planes and trains (and transportation hubs) in the U.S. has been extended for 15 more days. Face masks are currently required on all airplanes During this extended time, the CDC will reportedly be investigating the potential “impact the recent rise of COVID-19 cases has on severe disease, including hospitalizations, deaths, and healthcare system capacity.” We’ll keep an eye out for more updates on that. Click here to see more about this mask rule extension That’s it for the big news! Of course, other Disney news was also shared this week. Check out those updates by clicking the links below: Dancing with the Stars will stream on Disney+ Disney+ has launched a new bundle with National Geographic House Republicans have condemned Disney CEO Bob Chapek’s response to the “Don’t Say Gay” Act in an open letter Supply issues are now impacting Disney World’s MagicBands See when DVC members can register for Moonlight Magic at Disney’s Hollywood Studios MagicBands A beloved EPCOT musician is in a new spot Flying JetBlue to Disney World might be more difficult this summer, here’s why FIRST LOOK at the new terminal coming to Orlando Airport and hear about the new luggage system coming to the airport You can now drive a stranger’s car to Disney World?! COVID-19 BA.2 Omicron subvariant levels are increasing in wastewater for areas near Disney World New Terminal ©Greg Angel via Twitter (@NewsGuyGreg) SHRINKflation: See how companies are making you pay MORE for less Disney actor Gilbert Gottfried has passed away Some RARE characters popped up in Disney World! A permit has hinted at a HUGE Disney World pool expansion Hong Kong Disneyland has announced a reopening date! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. When are you planning to travel next? Tell us in the comments! The post 5 Updates You've Got to Know About Before Your Next Disney Trip first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Orlando can get HOT. You know what can help? Well, a frozen drink of course! But what’s better than a frozen drink? A FREE frozen drink! What’s not to like? If you’ve been a longtime reader of DFB, you’re probably well aware of our love for Wine Bar George at Disney Springs. It checks ALL the boxes — cheese boards, great drinks, and one of the best brunches at Walt Disney World. Owned by Master Sommelier George Miliotes, Wine Bar George is also home to some fun frozen drinks. And if you come at just the right time, you might be able to get one for FREE (with just the right purchase)! Wine Bar George offers a complimentary drink from their yummy frozen drink menu with the purchase of a Corkcicle. Drinks on the menu include the Frosé, which is made with Rosé, Vodka, and Strawberry; the Frozcato Mimosa made with DOLE WHIP® Pineapple, which has Moscato, Pineapple, and Prosecco; and several more options. Now, just in time for Easter, the restaurant has some special Corkcicles in pretty, spring pastel hues to hold your frozen beverages! Wine Bar George says these are their newest corkcicles, though the blue one does look pretty similar to one that was announced back in 2021. ©Wine Bar George These Easter-egg colored Corkcicles come with a complimentary frozen drink and are available this weekend while supplies last. Check out the announcement on the wine bar’s Instagram account. So if you’re hoping to get a frozen drink and a souvenir all at once, this could be the way to go. Be sure to stop by Wine Bar George this weekend to grab one for yourself And stay tuned to DFB for more Disney news! Wine Bar George or Raglan Road: Where should you go for brunch? Click here to find out! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Have you visited Wine Bar George? Let us know what you think in the comments! The post 3 Reasons to Visit Wine Bar George in Disney World ASAP! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Jambo! Lush savannas, African wildlife and spectacular dining experiences await guests at this breathtaking resort. Located in Disney’s Animal Kingdom Resort area, there truly is not another Disney Resort Collections Hotel like this one. Morning coffee while watching the animals roam is only the beginning of what a magical stay looks like at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge.View the full article

Almost 2 years after Disney World reopened in 2020 after the pandemic closures, there are STILL some restaurants that haven’t returned! Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort Victoria & Albert’s is not available (although it’s going to reopen this year sometime!), and we don’t have a reopening timeline at all for Akershus Royal Banquet Hall in EPCOT. But the good news is that one quick-service spot has finally opened its doors for Disney World guests! Let’s head inside to check out NEW menu items and see if this HIDDEN spot is worth a visit now that it has returned. Spyglass Grill is a quick-service restaurant located at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort. It’s been unavailable since Disney World closed in 2020, but now it has finally returned! Caribbean Beach Resort is on the Skyliner route (in fact, it houses the main hub of this transportation service), so it’s pretty easy to get to this hotel, especially if you’re coming from EPCOT, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, or another hotel on the Skyliner route. Skyliner Getting to the right hotel isn’t the problem — it’s how to find the restaurant once you’re there! This spot is tucked away far in the back of Caribbean Beach Resort property. To get to it, you’ll head out of the Skyliner station and turn right to cross the bridge. Take another right once you’ve crossed, and you should find yourself in the Trinidad section of the resort. Spyglass Grill is located near the Trinidad pool! There it is! Most of the other dining at this hotel is located in the main building, which is all the way on the other side of the resort, so many guests head to that area instead. Don’t be fooled! Follow the signs We’ve enjoyed the eats at Spyglass Grill in the past, but there have been a whole lot of menu changes since we’ve last been, with most of them happening right before this restaurant’s opening. Spyglass Grill So how do the new eats measure up? Let’s find out! Atmosphere Spyglass Grill has a pirates theme (think Pirates of the Caribbean, not so much Peter Pan), with props on display around the small dining area. Maybe that’s why Disney made this spot so difficult to find — it’s like the buried treasure of restaurants! (No? Too far? Ok.) Spyglass Grill pirate map Above the restaurant’s sign, there’s a very long spyglass as a nod to the name. Does this remind anyone else of the huge spyglass that Jack Sparrow (sorry, CAPTAIN Jack Sparrow) pulls out in Pirates of the Caribbean: At World’s End to try to one-up Barbossa? Spyglass Grill And another nod to those movies can be found on the wall of the dining room, in the form of a display case that features the Nine Pieces of Eight. There’s a shelf above this display with even more pirate-y props! It’s a pirate’s life at Spyglass Grill The restaurant itself is really a covered outdoor dining room with a counter to order food and a beverage station. Dining room There are several tables with chairs in the dining area, and there are fans on the ceiling for those hot Orlando days (although the fans weren’t on when we visited, and it was pretty warm). All the seating is in the shade, so even with the fans off it wasn’t too hot. Tables and chairs From the dining room, you can look out over the water at some lovely views of the resort. Lovely view You can head up to the counter to order from overhead menus, or you can opt to Mobile Order instead, using the My Disney Experience app. Menus There are also reusable menus available if you’d prefer to use those. Reusable menu Once you’ve ordered, you can head to the beverage station to fill up on sodas, tea and coffee, or even hot chocolate! Note that there are more beverages available on the menu (including alcoholic ones), which we’ll get to in a moment. Beverage Station There’s another station to grab condiments, napkins, and various utensils. Utensils and napkins And you can also find a microwave and toaster here, which is especially useful if you’re going to grab one of the bakery items and want it heated up! Handy! Now that you’re oriented in the space, let’s take a look at the food options. Eats Menu We would describe the menu here as “Caribbean-inspired but still approachable.” The eats aren’t unfamiliar (and you can still find good options for picky eaters), but you can find some more unique flavors in the mix as well if you’re looking for something more fun. Ready to eat? For entrées, there are choices like cheeseburgers, sandwiches, chicken strips, and tacos. Unfortunately, the Chorizo Burger is no longer available here. ©Disney You can also find a separate menu for salads as well as several plant-based entrée options. ©Disney Sides include Plantain and Yuca Chips or French Fries. ©Disney There are kids’ menus with dishes like burgers, tacos, salads, or chicken strips. ©Disney For dessert, you can choose from several tasty treats, like cupcakes, a special 50th Anniversary cheesecake, cookies, or even Mickey Premium Ice Cream Bars and Ice Cream Sandwiches. The bakery section has a few baked goods as well, which would make great treats or snacks. ©Disney You can get a few different mocktails here, or opt for a simple soda instead. ©Disney Soda options include Coke, Diet Coke, Fanta, Lemonade, Sprite, and a few more choices. Soda There are various juices, milk, and milk alternatives. These are probably more popular at breakfast time, but they’re available during lunch and dinner as well. ©Disney Joffrey’s coffee is here (including the French Roast and Shakin’ Jamaican) as well as a few other specialty coffee drinks. You can also find hot chocolate and tea. ©Disney In terms of alcohol, there are some specialty beverages… ©Disney …a LOT of options for beer… ©Disney …some wine choices, and a few cocktails. ©Disney Ready to dig in? Food We got a side of Plantain and Yuca Chips to serve as our appetizer, which cost $5.49. The chips come with some Pico de Gallo and Mango Chutney to dip them in as well! Plantain and Yuca Chips These chips taste similar to normal potato chips, but they’re harder and thicker, and they taste a little bit sweet. They’re lightly salted, which accentuates the flavors as well. Pretty good! Our favorite part about this dish was actually the mango chutney! It was absolutely delicious. The mangos made it very sweet, but there was a lingering spice that stayed in our mouths after we ate it. You can also taste the raw onions and green peppers, and all the flavors blended well together. Mango Chutney The Pico de Gallo was great as well, and everything tasted very fresh. Pico de Gallo If you enjoy potato chips and want to try some fun dipping sauces, this is a great option for you! The portion size is pretty big (especially for a side), and it’d make a great shareable snack. We loved the mango chutney We tried a few different entrées, starting with the new Chopped Jerk Chicken Salad for $10.99. This salad has Romaine, Kale, Red Bell Peppers, and Mango, and it’s served with a side of Key Lime Vinaigrette. Chopped Jerk Chicken Salad The toppings on this salad were all very light and fresh. The chicken was delicious and tender, and the seasoning on it was our favorite part of the whole thing! The chicken wasn’t really spicy at all — just well-seasoned and tasty. The red peppers added a nice crunch, and the sweetness from the mango was surprising and brought a great balance to the flavors. So tasty! The key lime dressing was surprisingly tangy. It was almost too much for us, but the mango actually helped to mellow it out a bit. If we get this dish again, we might request a regular vinaigrette, but if you love lime flavor then you may enjoy this! Overall, this is a great option for a healthier lunch that’s still interesting (and different from a normal salad). If you don’t like fruit or sweet flavors in your salads, you may want to avoid this one. The dressing was interesting We also got the Smoked Turkey Breast Sandwich for $10.99, which has Smoked Turkey Breast, Swiss, Avocado, Lettuce, Tomato, and Dijon Mayonnaise on Multigrain Bread. It also comes with your choice of a side (so we got fries). Smoked Turkey Breast Sandwich Some plain turkey sandwiches can be pretty dry (especially on multigrain bread), but that was definitely NOT the case here. There was plenty of turkey piled on our sandwich, and the whole thing was moist and tasty. The mayonnaise and avocado spread definitely helped when it came to that. Simple but good. The flavors together complemented each other, although they were all pretty simple. In general, we think this was a simple dish done very well with fresh ingredients. It’s a good portion size, too! If you’re looking for a lighter meal, you could probably split this with someone else. A peek inside The only thing we might have changed about this dish is that we wish the bread were toasted. But you could actually do it yourself if you want since there’s a toaster in the dining room! We think toasted bread would have added an interesting texture, and it might have helped keep the bread together a bit better (because it started to fall apart a little bit with all the sauces on this sandwich). We got fries with ours! The turkey sandwich is definitely not the most unique thing on this menu, but it’s a solid choice if you want something simple and good. Picky eaters will probably enjoy this! Yum! We rounded out our entrées with the new Mojo Pork Tacos, which cost $9.99. These are three pork tacos topped with Pickled Vegetable Slaw, Cilantro-Lime Crema, Cotija Cheese, and Pico de Gallo. They’re served with a choice of side, so we got some more plantain chips! Pork Tacos These tacos were pretty good, but we have to say that we’ve had better tacos in Disney World. The cilantro-lime crema, however, was VERY delicious, and we enjoyed the zest it added to this dish. The pickled onions and cojita cheese were great flavor additions to the pork. Mojo Pork Tacos The pork itself was moist, but we would have liked more juiciness from it. And the tortillas were very soft (we’re pretty sure they’d been freshly steamed). You can definitely taste cilantro in this dish, so if you’re not a fan of cilantro then ask if it can be kept off when you order! Plantain chips as a side The reason we didn’t absolutely love these is that the flavors didn’t really blow us away. We expected more spice from the meat especially. We actually thought that the mango chutney (from the plantain chips side) would have been pretty delicious on these tacos, and it might have taken them to a whole new level! If you’d like to try that, just ask for a side of the chutney when you order. A peek inside Despite that, these are still solid tacos and are quite tasty. If you love roasted pork and want a dish with a true Caribbean Beach theme, you should give these a try! They’d be great for a snack by the pool. Nosh or Not Grab your pirate map and hunt down Spyglass Grill if: You want to grab a quick snack or lunch and you’re already nearby. This spot is a little bit tricky to get to, and we don’t think the menu really justifies a long trek if it’s too far out of your way. But it has some great options for a snack by the pool or a good lunch if you’re staying close by! You want a variety of simple and interesting foods. There are options for picky eaters (like burgers, chicken strips, and sandwiches), but you can also get some more unique dishes like tacos or salads. You’re looking for a refreshing snack with tropical vibes. The ingredients in all of our dishes were fresh, bright, and tasty. Although many dishes keep it simple here, everything we had tasted high-quality. And the additions of fruit (like the mango in the salad) made the food feel tropical as well! Hoist the sails and find a different spot if: You’re looking for a nice, sit-down meal with ambiance. There’s just one dining room here, and it’s outdoors. This is definitely more of a quick meal kind of a spot. For a fancier meal, try out Topolino’s Terrace at the nearby Riviera Resort or even the casual (but indoors) Sebastian’s Bistro, which is also at Caribbean Beach. You want heavier foods or are really hungry. Like we mentioned before, everything we had here was pretty light and fresh. If you’d prefer something heavier or are looking for a hearty meal, this is not the place for you! You may want to hop on the Skyliner and head to EPCOT, which has plenty of hearty meals. (Try the Rose & Crown Restaurant in the UK pavilion or Biergarten in the Germany pavilion!) You’re not staying near Caribbean Beach or using the Skyliner. Spyglass Grill is tricky to get to even if you are staying at this hotel, so it’s extra out of the way if you’re not planning on wandering around the resort anyways. The menu has good food options, but there isn’t anything so unique or mind-blowing that we’d recommend taking half of a Disney day to find this spot. Instead, look for a quick-service restaurant closer to your hotel! Overall We had a great time at Spyglass Grill! The Cast Members here were so helpful and friendly — many of them said how happy they were that this restaurant is finally open again. The food was good and fresh, and there are some options for picky and adventurous eaters alike. For a quick-service restaurant in Disney World, the food portions and quality were very good here. Spyglass Grill We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again — this is a great option if you’re already nearby. But if you’d have to go searching or take a long trek to get here, there’s not really any compelling reason to go out of your way. ​​Overall, there’s not anything truly astounding about Spyglass Grill, but it’s a solid choice if you want a fresh meal at Caribbean Beach! All the food! Keep following DFB for more reviews of the newest Disney foods! Check out a spicy chicken sandwich that is…neither of those things. (?) Disney Park Reopening Details and Info Click HERE for the All Latest Updates Click HERE To See FULL LISTS of the Rides, Attractions, Shopping, Entertainment, and Restaurants Opening in Disney World! TUTORIAL: How To Use Disney World's NEW Park Pass Reservation System ALL Disney World Reopening Procedures Disney World Hotel and Ticket Booking Information We’re Visiting ALL the Reopened Disney World Hotels and Have All the Need-to-Know Details We’re LIVE in Disney World's Magic Kingdom For the FIRST Time Since the Closures We’re LIVE in Disney’s Animal Kingdom For the FIRST Time Since the Closures We Got a FIRST LOOK at Disney World’s New Character Cavalcades and Entertainment! 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Hawkeye, Black Widow, Captain America — there are a LOT of Marvel superheroes (and super villains!) out there. But some heroes, the movies/shows they were featured in, and the actors who portrayed them just got special recognition. ©Disney | Marvel Studios In the film Eternals, Marvel introduced a superhero who is deaf, Makkari, to the Marvel Cinematic Universe. In the Disney+ series Hawkeye, Marvel introduced another super-powered character who is deaf, Echo. Both roles were portrayed by deaf actors. Now the company is being recognized for featuring actors with disabilities. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Marvel’s Eternals and Hawkeye have both earned the Seal of Authentic Representation from the Ruderman Family Foundation. The Ruderman Family Foundation actively “advocates for the full inclusion of people with disabilities in society.” The foundation’s Seal of Authentic Representation recognizes movies and TV shows that feature actors with disabilities who have at least five lines of dialogue in their roles. Eternals billboard Both Makkari and Echo are portrayed by deaf actresses, Lauren Ridloff and Alaqua Cox, with the latter also being an amputee who uses a prosthetic leg. Eternals director Chloe Zhao said in a statement, “Makkari is full of heart and wisdom. She is strong, charismatic, mysterious, and mischievous. We are very lucky to have found Lauren Ridloff, who is our real-life Makkari!…She has brought this character to life with love and conviction and has taught us so much in the process.” ©Marvel Sarah Finn, who heads up casting for the MCU, said, “Alaqua Cox’s character, Maya Lopez/Echo, is based off an existing Marvel character who is deaf and Native American. In casting the role, we wanted to celebrate and honor both Deaf and Native American cultures. We couldn’t be more delighted by Alaqua Cox’s performance. She is phenomenal and part of a new culture in film and television, where authentic representation not only matters but is paramount to the kind of stories we want to tell and how we shape them.” ©Marvel Jay Ruderman, the president of the Ruderman Family Foundation, said “These practices are increasingly becoming the norm in Hollywood, with the authentic casting of Lauren Ridloff in Eternals and Alaqua Cox in Hawkeye marking a particularly high-profile and momentous milestone for Marvel and the entire entertainment industry. Each time a casting director or other executive makes such a decision, it facilitates the industry’s broader journey towards fulfilling its full potential as a beacon of all forms of diversity and social justice.” We’ll continue to keep you updated on all Marvel and Disney news, so stay tuned to DFB for more! Proceed With Caution Marvel Fans Disney’s Latest Collection is EPIC! Check It Out Here! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Have you watched Eternals and Hawkeye? Let us know in the comments! The post 2 Marvel Projects Recognized for Disability Representation first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Let’s face it – watching TV isn’t as simple as it used to be. Gone are the days when you had to settle for watching an episode of Friends that you’d already seen 50+ times. Now, you can binge the ENTIRE series in one go (which would actually be REALLY impressive and time consuming ) or watch anything else that your heart desires anywhere, anytime thanks to all the streaming services that are out there. ©Hulu But, there’s a dark side to all this — you can end up being subscribed to SO many different services that you just can’t keep it all straight. To answer this problem, Hulu (of which Disney is the majority/controlling shareholder) has come up with (what they likely think is) the PERFECT solution — Hulu + Live TV. There’s been a lot of talk about just how great this service is, but is it actually right for you and your family? Let’s weigh the pros and cons! What is Hulu + Live TV? If you’re not familiar with Hulu + Live TV, it’s basically a combination of cable/live TV and the on-demand Hulu service (where you can stream full seasons of exclusive series and more). So, in addition to being able to watch Hulu original series, like Only Murders in the Building, and re-runs of live TV shows, like The Bachelor, you can watch live TV from 75+ top channels including local sports and news. ©Hulu Much like cable TV, there’s a monthly cost to having access to it all — currently, the base Hulu + Live TV subscription (which does include ads) is $69.99/month. BUT, there’s a BIG thing to know about this base package — it comes already bundled with Disney+ and ESPN+, so you’ll be getting access to the full Disney+ library and ESPN+ sports content for that cost. If you’d prefer not to have Disney+, ESPN+, and access to the Hulu streaming library, there is an option just to have Live TV, but it’ll only save you a dollar per month, as it’s priced at $68.99/month. And, if you want Hulu + Live TV without ads, it’ll cost ya $75.99/month (note that this also comes with Disney+ and ESPN bundled in). ©Disney Note that certain plans (including the Hulu + Live TV) comes with the ability to store live TV recordings for up to 9 months and fast-forward through DVR content. Additionally, Hulu + Live TV allows you to watch on up to 2 screens at the same time, though there are some upgrades that can be made. Click here to see the awards Disney won at the 2022 Oscars The Pros So, what are the benefits of trading in your cable service for Hulu + Live TV (ads or no ads)? No hidden fees, equipment rentals, or installation appointments You know how you can spend days, or even WEEKS, deciding what cable service you’re going to go with just to find that once you’ve made your decision and paid you STILL have to wait another week before the technician can come out to install your cable box?! Oh, and, of course, there’s a fee for that! Well, Hulu + Live TV eliminates the hassle. Because Hulu, at its core, is a digital streaming service, all you need to have is a device on which you can download the Hulu app to get watching! ©Hulu Plus, you won’t find any hidden fees, though we’ll talk a little bit more about this when we get to the cons. But, generally, you’re not going to open up your bill to find that an extra $5 has been tacked onto your monthly subscription without any notice. You can watch on A LOT of different types of devices Now, you might be thinking, “I don’t have an Apple TV or Amazon Fire TV Stick to get the Hulu app onto my TV!” Well, luckily, Hulu is compatible with A LOT of different types of devices. ©Hulu To access the latest Hulu app (which allows you to access all Hulu features, including Live TV), you’ll wan to use one of the following supported devices: Android phones and tablets Android TV (select models) Apple TV (4th generation or later) Chromecast Echo Show Fire Tablets Fire TV and Fire TV Stick iPhones and iPads LG TV (select models) Nintendo Switch Mac and PC browsers/apps PlayStation* Roku (select models) Samsung TV (select models) VIZIO SmartCast TVs Xbox Xfinity Flex Streaming TV Box Xfinity X1 TV Boxes* Contour 2 and Contour Stream Player * Note that Hulu says the following: “PlayStation 3, Xfinity X1, and Countour devices feature the latest Hulu app, which includes access to the Hulu streaming library and various add-ons but, live TV isn’t available.” TV cabinet in a Disney World Hotel The nice thing is that you likely already have at least one of these sitting at home since there are so many different compatible devices. But, you’ll want to be sure before you decide to purchase. Hulu + Live TV also gives you the option to watch your shows almost anywhere, rather than needing to be seated in front of a television (though many cable companies do now offer an app that allows for streaming on other devices so that is something to keep in mind). You can bundle and SAVE Perhaps the biggest “pro” for Disney fans is the ability to bundle your Hulu + Live TV subscription with Disney+ and ESPN+ for basically no cost at all. Like we mentioned previously, Hulu + Live TV without Disney+ and ESPN+ is only $1 cheaper, so you’re really getting one heck of a deal by being able to stream on two additional services at virtually no cost. ©Hulu Without the Live TV portion, the Hulu, Disney+, and ESPN+ bundle is $13.99, so basically you’re paying $56/month for live TV. This could be what sells you on the service if you’re looking for something that gives you the best of all FOUR worlds. Cancel anytime When you opt for Hulu + Live TV, you’re not going to be signing a contract that locks you into the service for the next year — you’ll actually be able to cancel at any time. ©Hulu Not sure if you’re ready to commit? See if there’s a free trial available. Right now, there doesn’t appear to be a free trial for this particular bundle, but you can get a free trial of just Hulu’s streaming service (not the Live TV portion) for 30 days and at least test that out. ©Hulu If you ultimately choose to purchase with the intent of only keeping the subscription for a few months, that’s totally okay too! You’ll be able to cancel by going to your Account Page and selecting “Cancel” under the “Your Account” section. Price Price is also a factor to consider. Right now, the Hulu + Live TV, Disney+ and ESPN+ bundle is $69.99 per month. DirectTV on the other hand, has packages that start at $74.99. ©DirectTV Xfinity has some starting at $49.99 per month, but these come with a 1-year agreement. These prices can vary and there may be different offerings or prices if you look at different zip codes or plans without 1-year agreements. For example, the Xfinity 125+ channel offering was $60 per month when we checked for one without a term agreement. ©Xfinity Depending on what you need and what you’re looking for, cost can be a consideration that weighs in favor of Hulu + Live TV, especially because Hulu + Live TV doesn’t come with any equipment or installation fees. But, you’ll also want to see whether you’ve got internet and phone bundles or can get special offers that would make the cable service a pretty good deal. The Cons But it’s not all rainbows and sunshine for Hulu + Live TV. There are some cons. Doesn’t include every channel One big thing to note is that, while Hulu + Live TV touts access to 75+ channels (including local ones), every channel you find on cable TV won’t necessarily be included with Hulu + Live TV. And, depending on your area, your channels may be even more limited (you can check for this before purchasing on the website). So, if you enjoy vegging out on the couch on Saturdays watching the Hallmark channel, we’ve got some bad news…you’ll need a cable subscription for that. ©Hulu Additionally, there are a few other channels that are considered an “add on” to your Hulu + Live TV subscription including HBO Max ($14.99/month), Cinemax ($9.99/month), Showtime ($10.99/month), and STARZ ($8.99/month). So, while this comes close to acting like cable by giving you access to live TV, there are still some ways that it’s not really cable. There are limitations We already talked about how great it is that you can watch from almost anywhere thanks to just how many devices Hulu + Live TV is compatible with, but there is a limit to how many people can be watching at once from different devices. The base subscription allows you to watch on only two screens simultaneously. And, if you want more…you’ll need to pay more. ©Hulu Adding more screens will cost ya an extra $9.99/month, and even THAT is limited to some extent. Hulu will allow you to watch on an unlimited number of devices that are connected to your home network, but on the go, you’ll still only be able to watch on up to three different devices. Granted, cable can come with its own limitations in terms of the number of boxes you can have or how many people can stream TV through that cable subscription at one time, but it’s just something to keep in mind. The cost can REALLY add up So, if you haven’t caught on already, you could end up paying A LOT more for Hulu + Live TV than you originally anticipated if any of the add-ons are important to you. There are currently four different options that you can tack onto your subscription including Premium Networks (ranging from $8.99-$14.99/month), Unlimited Screens ($9.99/month), and other Network Add Ons (Español Add-on for 4.99/month, Entertainment Add-on for $7.99/month, and Sports Add-on for $9.99/month). And, if you want more than one of these, the price will just keep ticking up, likely making it more expensive than a cable service in your area. ©Hulu Of course, this isn’t even taking into account that you might also be paying for Netflix or other streaming services that you want too (though you might be paying for those regardless of what cable service you might have or not have). Overall All in all, if you’re considering canceling your cable subscription and purchasing Hulu + Live TV instead, you’ll want to think about what you’re looking for out of TV. If you want cable but you DON’T want Disney+ or ESPN (or Hulu for that matter) then you might not really end up saving a lot of money. And, you’ll want to be wary of those extra costs and whether there’s a channel that you LOVE to watch that isn’t included in Live TV. Luckily, you can price out how much you might be paying in add-ons and check for the channels in your area before making a commitment. Smart TV But, if you’re looking for something that gives you more flexibility in terms of how you watch TV, then Hulu + Live TV could be a good option! You won’t be tied down to a long contract, you’ll have access to lots of shows available for streaming, and you’ll still get the benefit of Live TV, all accessible on multiple devices you likely already have in your home. Your best bet is to do your research and take the plunge before the streaming service introduces another price bump! Of course, we’re always on the lookout for the latest updates on price increases, new bundling deals, and more, so be sure to stay tuned to DFB and let us do the work for you. Learn all about Disney+ bundling options, features, and more HERE! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Do you still have cable? If not, how do you watch live TV? Let us know in the comments! The post Should I Cancel Cable and Get Hulu + Live TV Instead? The PROS and CONS. first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Did you know that a NEW theme park is coming to Orlando? Universal Orlando Yep, Universal is currently working on Epic Universe, which will be the third theme park at Universal Orlando Resort. The project was supposed to open up next year, but due to the global pandemic, is now supposed to open in 2025. There hasn’t been a ton of info about what exactly is going on with construction on the new park, but we just found out a little more about what stage Universal is at in the building process. Universal has filed 83 permits for work on Epic Universe, according to the Orlando Business Journal. The permits, filed through Orange County, are for infrastructure work, like electrical, plumbing, mechanical, gas, fire systems, and general commercial permits. ©Orlando Business Journal Some of the work in the permits includes landscape and irrigation as well as installing new fire alarm systems in a data center. There is also work described as electrical work — including lighting receptacles and panel boards — and new heating, venting, and air-conditioning construction. ©Universal So, it sounds like Universal is working on the early stages of setting up the infrastructure of the park, which makes sense, as it’s not supposed to open for another 3 years. Epic Universe Location ©Universal The park is located on a 750-acre plot and Universal is planning on having shopping, restaurants, and hotels on the property. In the park, Epic Universe will have different lands, one of which will be Super Nintendo World, which is being built right now over at Universal Studios Hollywood. There is already a Super Nintendo World over in Universal Studios Japan. We still don’t know much about planned attractions coming to the new theme park, but we’ll make sure to keep you updated as soon as we find out more, so stay tuned to DFB! Click here to learn about the opening timeline for Universal’s Epic Universe! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Are you excited for this new theme park? Tell us in the comments! The post Permits Reveal What’s Going On with Universal’s Epic Universe Theme Park first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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It’s time for another round of what’s new at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Hollywood Studios Did you know that there’s a bubble wand shortage in Disney World? Find out all about our update and take a look at the continuing Toy Story Mania construction progress right here! Hollywood Studios Food Updates BaseLine Tap House once had a menu item called the BaseLine Bundle, which came with a Bavarian Pretzel and a choice of beer in a souvenir cup for $20. This combo has been off the menu recently, and according to Cast Member we asked, the Baseline Bundle will not be returning. BaseLine Bundle on the Menu in the past As we’ve learned, things change all the time in Disney World, so it’s totally possible that the bundle might return sometime in the future. We’ll be watching closely for more changes! Read about the BaseLine Bundle here! Hollywood Studios Construction Updates The Toy Story Mania queue is still under construction. As we’ve reported previously, the exit for the queue has been rerouted… Toy Story Mania Construction …and there are construction walls and green tarps up to camouflage construction. Toy Story Mania Construction Over in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, the Dianoga creature is still not appearing in the water tanks. Still missing! And we noticed a roped-off pathway located between Grand Ave and ABC Commissary. Roped off area We’ll be watching these areas of construction closely for any more changes or updates! Disney World is changing and these 12 construction updates prove it! Hollywood Studios Merchandise Updates Celebrity 5 & 10 It’s time to go shopping! We found a Mickey “Enjoy” Mug at Celebrity 5 & 10 for $22.99. The other side of the mug has an outline of Mickey. Enjoy Mug We also found a Vault Collection green Decorative Walt Disney World Plate for $29.99. Decorative Plate And we also found the 50th Anniversary Pajama Set we’ve seen at various places around Disney World. 50th Anniversary Pajamas It costs $59.99. Check out the 50th anniversary shoes you can get in Disney World. Legends of Hollywood Legends of Hollywood had some new Pandora items, including this Star Wars Bangle that features two lightsabers on the inside of the bracelet. Star Wars Pandora Bracelet On the side of the bangle, it reads, “the force will be with you always.” The bangle costs $125. The force will be with you always! You can also get a Stormtrooper Charm for $70, a Rebel Alliance Symbol Charm for $85, and an Ewok Charm for $60. Pandora Charms We’ve already seen the Ohana Charm, but we found a Graduation Stitch Charm for $90. One side says “Class of 2022” and the other side features Stitch. Graduation Charm And we also caught a preview of an upcoming 50th Anniversary Dooney & Bourke Collection! Coming soon! It looks like this collection will feature a dark blue print with Disney World landmarks and characters. It’s scheduled to be released on April 18th! Check out more photos of the upcoming Dooney & Bourke Collection here! Once Upon a Time We found a brown Mickey Mouse Hoodie for $69.99. Mickey Hoodie We’ve also spotted matching shorts in the past! Check out the expensive souvenirs you can find in Magic Kingdom. Sunset Couture Sunset Couture had a denim Mickey Wallet for $16.99. Mickey Wallet And we also spotted a Loungefly Dumbo Mini Backpack for $75. Dumbo Mini Backpack Grab a wallet AND a backpack on your next Hollywood Studios visit! Do you think this Loungefly backpack is creepy? Tatooine Traders Tatooine Traders had a Star Wars Hoodie for $64.99. Star Wars Hoodie We also spotted some Star Wars-themed WonderGround Gallery Postcards, like this one with Rey and BB-8… Rey and BB-8 Postcard …this artistic interpretation of Queen Padme Amidala… Padme Postcard …an assortment of characters with Boba Fett… Boba Fett Postcard …Darth Vader… Darth Vader Postcard …a colorful space battle with the Millennium Falcon… Star Wars Postcard …a scene straight from Star Wars: Return of the Jedi… Star Wars Postcard …and Rey. Rey Postcard Each postcard costs $5.99 each. How to bring Star Wars to your front door — literally! Tower of Terror Tower Hotel Gifts had a cute Tower of Terror Print, with some fans wearing Mickey hats in the foreground. Tower of Terror Print This print costs $39.99. Why Tower of Terror’s long waits won’t end anytime soon! Keystone Clothiers Keystone Clothiers had a Kids’ Marvel Spirit Jersey for $49.99… Kids’ Marvel Spirit Jersey …and a Kids’ Marvel T-Shirt for $29.99. Kids’ Marvel T-Shirt Can you have too many Marvel clothes? Proceed with caution Marvel fans: Disney’s new collection is EPIC! Mickey’s of Hollywood Mickey’s of Hollywood had an amusing Seven Dwarfs Tee for $24.99. Dwarves T-Shirt And make a note that bubble wands have been difficult to find in Hollywood Studios. We asked a Cast Member about it and they estimated a possible mid-summer restock. Bubble wands have been MIA in Disney World! And that’s all the news from Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Keep following DFB for more Disney World updates! 14 things you can ONLY get in Hollywood Studios! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Have you visited Disney’s Hollywood Studios recently? Tell us in the comments! The post What's New in Hollywood Studios: An Update on the Bubble Wand Shortage! first appeared on the disney food blog. 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We recently reconnected with some of our Creator friends to experience the magic of all four theme parks and beyond at Walt Disney World Resort. From tasting the fresh flavors at the EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival, to discovering old and new adventures during “The World’s Most Magical Celebration” honoring the 50th Anniversary at Walt […]View the full article

Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind is opening up SOON in Disney World — May 27th, to be exact! We’ve been waiting on this ride to open for what feels like soooo long, and the anticipation just keeps building because Disney has been showing us more and more of the ride. We’ve seen various parts of the queue, the entrance area, the loading area, and even the ride vehicles. We’re getting closer! We expect it will be VERY busy in EPCOT on opening day (especially because of what Park Pass Reservations are looking like right now!), but we wanted to know if people were planning their trips JUST for the ride. So, we reached out to all of YOU and asked the question, and we got some interesting answers! We asked our readers on Facebook “Are YOU planning a trip to Disney World just to ride Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind?” ©Disney Let’s see what everyone said! Absolutely Not The most common answer was definitely a simple “no” or “nope,” which was a little bit surprising, but then when other people explained their reasoning, it made sense. A lot of people said they don’t plan trips specifically just around rides. ©Disney Some people also mentioned that they already had trips planned for when the ride is going to be open, but aren’t really hoping to get on the ride. They instead would love it if the new attraction diverted some of the crowd from the typically long lines at popular rides like Frozen Ever After and Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure. The line can get long for Remy’s! One reader said they didn’t understand why people plan trips around ride openings, saying that the ride will be there for a long time and it’s better to go during slow season. ©Disney Others mentioned that they wait a couple years before going on a new ride. One reader said they’re going to wait until 2024 to ride it in hopes that there won’t be any technical difficulties by that point. We’ll see! Rise of the Resistance has been open for years now and it still breaks down allllll the time. ©Zach Riddley via Instagram (@thezachriddley) And, some readers said they simply do not like riding roller coasters, so, of course, they won’t be planning a trip around the opening of Guardians! ©Zach Riddley via Instagram (@thezachriddley) It is a launch coaster and the ride vehicles turn completely around — 360 degrees — so it’s not going to be a particularly relaxing ride, that’s for sure. Read MORE about Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind here! Not Planning a Trip for Cosmic Rewind, But Want to Ride It Another popular answer was from those who said they weren’t planning a trip just for the ride, but are going to be there when the ride is open anyway and are hoping they can get on it! A few even said it would be cool to get on the ride, but it wasn’t a big deal if they didn’t. We can’t WAIT! Others said they already had trips planned after the date that Guardians opens and they’re now SUPER excited they’ll be able to ride it on their upcoming vacation! ©Disney There were also some that said they would rather wait for TRON to open at Disney World, that way they can ride both! We hope we find out more soon! We totally understand that, and progress is coming along on TRON, but we still don’t have any indication on when it could open. Yes, Going to Disney Specifically for Cosmic Rewind There were a decent amount of people that said yes, though! One person said they’re planning a trip to go to the grand opening because they’re more excited for this ride than anything that has happened in a very long time. ©Zach Riddley via Instagram (@thezachriddley) Other people said they live in town, so they’re not necessarily planning a trip, but have made reservations for opening day. And many people said yes, they are planning their trip to go on the ride, but have booked it for later on in the year. Some people said they were going to go in the fall so they could see Halloween or even holiday festivities happening as well as get on the ride. ©Disney A lot of people also said yes, but they were going to register for the early previews as either Disney Vacation Club Members or Annual Passholders. BOTH of those previews are now completely booked up, so we hope these people were able to snag spots! ©Disney One person said they’re actually getting off a cruise and doing one day at Disney World so they can ride the new attraction! And, a few people said they’re going to be there right before the ride opens and they’re hoping for a soft opening. We haven’t heard anything about a soft opening yet, but it could happen! ©Zach Riddley via Instagram (@thezachriddley) So, it looks like most people aren’t planning their Disney World vacation specifically for the ride, but are excited to go on it during their upcoming trips! Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney World news and updates. Click here to learn more about 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. So, are YOU going to EPCOT just to get on this ride? Tell us in the comments! The post Traveling to Disney World to Ride the NEW Guardians of the Galaxy Coaster? Guests Weigh In! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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Since launching with The World’s Most Magical Celebration last October, the mobile cast compliment feature has quickly become a popular addition to the My Disney Experience app. In case you hadn’t heard, the feature lets guests quickly and easily share special notes of appreciation with cast members they encounter across Walt Disney World – right from their smartphone. Now, just […]View the full article