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If I had to pick a favorite season, it would have to be spring. Spring is a time of growth, rejuvenation and love – as made evident in some of my favorite Disney films like “Tangled” and “Bambi.” But, spring also reminds me of Earth Month, and how precious our planet is as nature comes […]View the full article

To ensure we are equipping our readers with all the information they need, we will continue to report on all travel, safety, and COVID-related news that could impact a Disney Parks visit. COVID-19 case numbers and changing rules and regulations related to COVID-19 could greatly impact your future vacations. COVID-19 Health and Safety Sign We’ve already shared a look at what you need to know about COVID-19’s BA.2 Omicron subvariant, a summary of travel restrictions that are in place, and other general information about Omicron. But now the situation with BA.2 is changing a bit in Central Florida. Here’s what we know so far. According to the Orlando Sentinel, COVID-19 appears to be increasing in Central Florida. Specifically, the Altamonte Springs is seeing a “substantial increase in the amount of COVID in its sewage since the beginning of March,” per statements from Frank Martz, the city manager of Altamonte Springs. What areas does the Altamonte Springs sewer service cover? Well it actually covers north Orange County and south Seminole County. From March 10th to April 7th, the Altamonte Springs sewer service areas saw a BIG jump in COVID-19 virus concentration. It was actually a 1,661% increase. (Orlando Sentinel) COVID-19 Signs According to Click Orlando powered by News 6, city manager Frank Martz said “It’s not anywhere close to where it was during omicron (surge) but each time we see an increase in the concentration levels in the sewage, we see an increase in the number of cases.” If you’re wondering why the wastewater or sewer information is relevant, it’s because gene copies can be found in the wastewater. Gene copies are actually fragments of the COVID-19 virus which can be found in the stool of someone who is infected or was recently infected. (Orlando Sentinel) Face mask A spokesperson for Orange County Utilities said that, as of April 7th, all 3 of Orange County, Florida’s wastewater service areas has seen an increase in COVID-19, even if that increase was only temporary. (Orlando Sentinel) It appears the BA.2 subvariant is partially to blame. The more infectious BA.2 Omicron subvariant is actually responsible for about 70% of the COVID-19 cases in the wastewater in the Altamonte Springs sewer service area. (Orlando Sentinel) ©Courtesy of Frank Martz, city manager | Obtained via the Orlando Sentinel Florida as a whole is one of the 26 states in the U.S. that has recently seen an increase in COVID-19 cases. In fact, Florida’s COVID-19 cases have increased by 34% recently. (Orlando Sentinel) According to information on Google which utilizes data from The New York Times, on April 11th, 2022, Florida had 3,060 new COVID-19 cases. That’s up from the 2,049 reported on April 9th. ©Google | The New York Times Dr. Anthony Fauci, chief medical advisor to President Biden, told Bloomberg News that the increase isn’t surprising since there’s been a relaxation of mask rules and other safety rules and regulations, coupled with the rise of BA.2 and waning immunity from infections and vaccinations. Fauci said, “I would not be surprised if we see an uptick in cases. Whether that uptick becomes a surge, whether there are a lot more cases, is difficult to predict.” (Orlando Sentinel) Fauci has said that he hopes hospitalizations will not increase along with the increase in cases. Dr. Fauci in 2020 ©Good Morning America The Orlando Sentinel notes that a recent study from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention did indicate that “vaccine effectiveness against severe outcomes during the omicron wave in January was 88% with two shots and 94% with three.” At the moment, Orange County, Florida remains in the “low” community level under the CDC’s current guidelines. But an epidemiologist indicated that under the CDC’s old criteria, a number of Florida counties (including Orange County) would be classified as being in the moderate category, which would necessitate certain mask-wearing measures. (Orlando Sentinel) A reminder that Disney World is located partially in Orange County, Florida (and also partially in Osceola County, Florida). ©CDC Mask rules and other COVID-19 related measures have not changed in Disney World as of this time. Masks continue to be optional for fully vaccinated guests in most indoor locations (and all outdoor locations). Unvaccinated guests are expected to wear their masks in indoor locations, and all guests must wear masks on the monorail and Disney buses. Mask Sign We’ll keep an eye out for any updates. Click here to see what COVID-19 guidelines are being relaxed by Disney Cruise Line Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! The post COVID-19 BA.2 Omicron Subvariant Levels Are INCREASING in Wastewater Near Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Maroon 5 concert set at Universal Orlando during three-day Music After Dark event in August. There's also a private block party included. 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. There’s nothing quite like bringing home a suitcase full of souvenirs at the end of your Disney vacation. It’s time to go shopping! But doesn’t that suitcase full of merch feel just a little bit lighter when you’ve gotten a deal on your haul?! We know the feeling, and we’re here to help lighten your load — and the best part is that you won’t have to pack a bag because we’re back with the best Disney deals you can get on Amazon right now! Get ready for a Disney park day because we’ve found a deal on a bag that would be perfect for your next trip! The Loungefly Disney Princess Multicolor Mini Backpack is on sale for $59.14 — it’s normally $70! ©Amazon It features Disney princesses like Rapunzel, Tiana, Moana, Ariel, and more of Disney’s finest ladies. Click Here to Get the Loungefly Disney Princess Multicolor Backpack We love wearing Disney gear from head to toe, and now your little ones can too with the Adidas Originals Daisy Duck Youth Sneakers. ©Amazon They start at $23.50 and were originally priced at $55. They also come in a Donald Duck option! Click Here to Get the Adidas Daisy Duck Sneakers Let your little one’s imagination run wild with the Fisher-Price Toy Story 4 Little People Figurines. They’re on sale for $11.99 (originally $19.99). ©Amazon The set comes with 7 of the most popular characters from Toy Story 4 like Buzz Lightyear, Woody, Bo Peep, and Forky! Click Here to Get the Toy Story 4 Fisher-Price Figurines Cool off this summer with Summertime Olaf from Disney and Pixar’s Frozen. This sassy snowman comes with 8 different accessories for all the fun in the sun you could possibly ever have. ©Amazon Summertime Olaf was originally $10.99, but is on sale for $8.99! Click Here to Get Summertime Olaf Marvel fans, this one is for you! The Marvel Avengers Iron Man Flip FX Mask fits most head sizes and when you flip it open, lights are activated that look like Tony Stark’s. ©Amazon You can get it now for $14.99, but act quickly because it’s normally $22.99. Click Here to Get the Iron Man Flip FX Mask Get ready for even MORE fun in the sun this summer with this Disney Pool Float Party Tube that looks like Kevin from UP! ©Amazon It’s $19.49 (originally $24.99) and comes in Dory, Mickey, Minnie, Nemo, Stitch, Sulley, and Wall-E designs as well, though not all designs are currently on sale. Seriously, this is one purchase we can’t stop thinking about. They designs are just so fun! Click Here to Get the Kevin Pool Float We hope these Disney deals bring some joy to your day! For all the latest Disney news and more, be sure to stay tuned to DFB. Click Here to See ALL Disney World Character Dining Locations Ranked 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 ready for some fun in the sun at the Disney parks? Let us know in the comments! The post 6 Disney Deals on Amazon We Can't Stop Thinking About first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

While we love a LOT of the restaurants in the Disney World parks, there are also some great places to eat over at Disney Springs! From Wine Bar George to Raglan Road to The BOATHOUSE, there’s a little something for everyone. The Basket at Wine Bar George in Disney Springs Even if you’re a vegan or vegetarian, you can find a bunch of great food. Local Green Orlando just opened up a new food truck with vegan and pescatarian options, and many restaurants have vegetarian or vegan dishes on their menus. One of the spots that usually has a few options available is Earl of Sandwich, and they have a brand NEW sandwich we just tried out! This is the Spicy BBQ Vegan Chicken sandwich from Earl of Sandwich in Disney Springs! It has vegan chicken, vegan pepper jack, vegan slaw, onions, and BBQ sauce for $8.49. New sandwich! We thought this sandwich was really delicious! One of our reporters said this is the best vegan chicken dish he’s had in Disney World, and that you should like this even if you’re not a big fan of vegan chicken. It’s a decent size, too! The slaw tasted very fresh and that along with the red onion made the sandwich feel more authentic to a classic BBQ sandwich. The BBQ sauce was super sweet, which we enjoyed, too — especially along with the red onion. But, we didn’t think this was spicy AT ALL, so having the word “spicy” in the name of the sandwich shouldn’t deter you, because it doesn’t have any heat. All of that slaw! We couldn’t really taste the vegan pepper jack cheese in the sandwich, it got lost among all of the other elements. It probably would’ve been more noticeable if there was less vegan chicken. The bread on this sandwich is also toasted, which adds some nice texture. Where’s the cheese?! If you’re a vegan or vegetarian who misses BBQ chicken sandwiches, you should give this a try! It’s also a great option if you’re trying to limit meat and dairy in your meals. A great substitute for traditional BBQ sandwiches! If you absolutely hate vegan chicken or sweet BBQ sauce, we would skip this one and try a different sandwich on the menu. It’s a little messy! This is a limited time sandwich, so we’d suggest going over to try it out as soon as you can if you want it, because it won’t be around forever! Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney World food news, reviews, and updates. Click here to see our review of the vegan meatball sub at Earl of Sandwich! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What is your favorite vegan food in Disney World? Tell us in the comments! The post REVIEW: Disney World's 'Spicy Chicken' Sandwich Is...Neither of Those Things first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Looking for a European getaway…in Orlando, Florida? Disney’s Riviera Resort is the newest DVC hotel on Disney World property. View at Disney’s Riviera Resort But does that “new” label make this resort your go-to place to stay? Or does it leave much to be desired by many who stay here? Check out our video below Disney World’s SHOCKINGLY TINY Hotel Room —— Riviera Resort Are you a DFB Video subscriber? If you hit the button below, you can subscribe to our channel and catch up on ALL of our latest episodes! Watch the video and let us know if you have stayed at Disney’s Riviera Resort and if you enjoyed it! The post DFB Video: Disney World’s SHOCKINGLY TINY Hotel Room -- Riviera Resort first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Did you know that we’re still enjoying all of the festivities of Disney’s Ultimate Princess Celebration? That’s part of the reason why we’ve been seeing so many cool Disney princess items lately, like the Disney Princess designer dolls. So far we’ve seen Tiana, Jasmine, Pocahontas, Ariel, Aurora, and Mulan — and all of these dolls are so beautiful, but also pretty expensive! Jasmine and Pocahontas Designer Dolls Not too long ago, Disney announced that the another designer doll would be released on April 12th and now, she’s here! The Merida Designer Doll is now available on shopDisney! ©shopDisney The doll is part of the Ultimate Princess Celebration and there is a limit of 1 per guest. ©shopDisney This doll has it ALL! A certificate of authority… ©shopDisney …articulated waist and arms, a detailed gown, a plaid print fabric, sheer copper mesh sleeves, and even a faux fur shoulder tuft and boot tops! ©shopDisney There are SO many incredible details to look at. ©shopDisney A display stand is also included so you can set her up at home and show her off to all of your friends. ©shopDisney But, she isn’t cheap! If you want to grab one of these dolls, it’ll set you back $129.99. ©shopDisney What do you think? Is the cost worth it to you? Tell us in the comments! Click here to grab this Merida doll! These dolls can sometimes sell out QUICKLY, so be sure to act fast if you want to bring the Merida doll home. ©shopDisney We’ll be sure to keep you updated on any other limited edition merchandise Disney might release, so stay tuned to DFB for the latest! Click here to see how you can get Mickey’s pretzel collection 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. Will you be purchasing the Merida Designer Doll? Let us know in the comments! The post Want Disney's Latest Limited Edition Item? Get Ready to Pay Over 0! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

runDisney races are a super unique way to experience the Disney parks! runDisney banners in Disney World You get access to the parks at times that most people don’t really see, and you get a good workout in while you’re at it! We recently got super excited about this upcoming runDisney theme, and got a look at this summer’s virtual Frozen themed races, and now, we got an update on the 2022-23 running season! Registration for the Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend is now open for Club runDisney members! The race weekend will be on January 4-8th, 2023, and it’s all 90’s themed to celebrate 30 years of running! (That really cool theme we were excited about, it’s this one!) ©runDisney If you’re a member of Club runDisney, then register for this event as soon as you can! With a theme that cool, this race weekend is sure to sell out fast. General event registration starts on April 19th, and online registration starts the 22nd! ©runDisney We’re always staying up to date on all the latest in all things Disney, so stay tuned to DFB for more! Click here to see all of the Registration Dates for the 2022-23 runDisney Season! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you going to run in the 2023 WDW Marathon? Let us know in the comments! The post Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend Registration Now OPEN for Select Guests! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’ve had some pretty WEIRD food in the Disney parks. Space Sandwich We’re talking treats that looked better than they tasted, some with some really strange ingredients, and even a few that looked like downright disasters. But some of the strangest things we’ve tried were (shockingly!) ice cream flavors…all from Salt & Straw at Disneyland Resort! Salt & Straw is a popular ice cream shop in Downtown Disney, and coming soon, we’ll be getting a new location at Disney Springs in Disney World. So in preparation for the grand opening, we’re sharing the list of some of the strangest flavors we’ve seen in the past few years! Salt and Straw at Downtown Disney Roasted Peach and Sage Cornbread Stuffing Let’s start this off with some of the seasonal flavors. The first is Roasted Peach and Sage Cornbread Stuffing, which honestly had a pretty great balance between the herb, the fruit, and the cornbread. Roasted Peach and Sage Cornbread Stuffing It was pretty delicious, but not quite as good as the other Thanksgiving flavors. (Which is pretty odd considering the next flavor we’re about to discuss.) Salted Caramel Thanksgiving Turkey Yep, you read that correctly…this is TURKEY ICE CREAM. How’s it done? Well, they take crispy roasted turkey skin, add it to candy brittle, and then mix the brittle into salted caramel ice cream. Thankfully, it does not taste like straight-up turkey because boy would that be strange. Salted Caramel Thanksgiving Turkey The saltiness of that brittle worked really well with the sweet ice cream, and honestly, we’d order it again. (Wow, that was a sentence we weren’t expecting to say!) Spiced Goat Cheese and Pumpkin Pie In terms of “still a little weird, but definitely less weird than turkey ice cream” flavors, we’ve got the other Thanksgiving specialty — Spiced Goat Cheese and Pumpkin Pie. You’re going to want to be a fan of goat cheese for this one, but that pumpkin pie is the stronger flavor that comes through. Spiced Goat Cheese and Pumpkin Pie We got a decent-sized chunk of pie in our scoop, and we’re definitely not complaining about that. Gotta finish every Thanksgiving meal off with dessert, right? Although, we suppose that our ENTIRE Thanksgiving meal was dessert…that’s weird to think about. Click Here to Learn More About the Thanksgiving Flavors! Mushroom Muddy Buddies More recently we had the pleasure of trying the Mushroom Muddy Buddies flavor. It was made with Roasted Hazelnuts, Peanut Butter and Chocolate Coated Cereal, and Candied Mushrooms, and we just knew we had to try it after reading that description. Mushroom Muddy Buddies In all honesty, it wasn’t the worst thing we’ve ever eaten. The mushrooms weren’t too overwhelming unless you got a big chunk of one, but it still doesn’t make our list of favorite flavors. Unless you’re a huge mushroom fan, we probably advise you to steer clear. See the Full Review of Mushroom Ice Cream Here! Black Olive Brittle & Goat Cheese Back when the Downtown Disney location of Salt & Straw first opened, there was one flavor on the menu that left us scratching our heads — Black Olive Brittle & Goat Cheese. It was “strongly inspired by the ingredients available at local farmers markets” and was made with oil-cured olives turned into a salty brittle. Classic Flavors On top of that, there was goat cheese in it, which can be a pretty divisive flavor in general. It was definitely unique to say the least. Creepy Crawly Critters And finally, we have to mention what may be the weirdest flavor of all. That’s right, Creepy Crawly Critters. This one was a grass-green matcha ice cream “spiked with zesty orange, hiding tasty swarms of real bugs.” ©Salt and Straw Yep, you read that correctly. This cone included “dark chocolate-covered crickets and coconut toffee-brittle mealworms!” YIKES. That’s a flavor for the REALLY brave ones. Click Here to Read Our Review from the Grand Opening! So there you have it folks — the weirdest flavors we’ve seen at Salt & Straw! Will any of these show up in Disney World? And we will say that while this spot serves up some strange flavors, they also serve up some of the best ice cream we have EVER had. See our list of all the ice cream flavors we hope make the cut for the Disney World Salt & Straw location here. Stay tuned to DFB for the latest news! Click Here to Learn More About the Disney Springs Location! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Which of these would you try? Tell us in the comments! The post BUG Ice Cream?! The BIZARRE Flavors You May Find at Disney World's New Ice Cream Shop first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Thirty years ago, today, Disneyland Paris welcomed its very first guests! To celebrate the 30th Anniversary, we’re sharing 10 things you may not know about this iconic resort, which will surely make your next visit feel extra special!View the full article

Hal McEvoy, president and CEO of Orlando-based IAAPA, will retire in April 2023. View the full article

Disney World’s 50th anniversary has brought new decorations, merchandise, food, and more! Happy 50th, Walt Disney World! But the celebration isn’t over yet — and it’s coming home with us…right to our living rooms! So find a comfy spot on the couch, turn on the TV, and get ready to tune in to a week-long celebration for Disney World’s 50th anniversary! According to Disney, the marathon starts on Monday, April 11th at 8PM ET/PT, when HGTV’s “100 Day Dream Home” airs an episode where they make a family’s dreams a reality with a 50th anniversary inspired room. (UMMM, looks like we’ll be making some renovations in our own homes too.) To make the home makeover experience even more exciting, the family is surprised with a trip to Walt Disney World to experience both Magic Kingdom and Animal Kingdom! You can find the episode’s sneak peek below! Then on Tuesday, April 12th at 10PM ET/PT, TLC’s “Doubling Down with the Derricos” shows the Derreco family (Karen and Deon Derrico and their fourteen kids) going to Disney World for their first time ever! They experience all four parks, and stay at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort! To add to the magic, Deon Derreco surprises Karen Derreco with a fairy tale of her own! We were given a sneak peek for this episode too! To close out the celebration, tune in to Food Network’s “The Kitchen” on Saturday, April 16th at 11AM ET/PT! Jeff Mauro and his son, Lorenzo, go to EPCOT and Disney’s Hollywood Studios for spring break! They tasted food from around the world at World Showcase, and see Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge! We got a sneak peek for this one as well! So tune in and bring the 50th anniversary celebration home with these episodes! For more Disney news, be sure to check back here often! You have to see the 50th anniversary shoes we found! Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary Details and Info See Photos & Reviews of All of Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Eats and Treats Check Out All of the 50th Anniversary Merchandise You Can Get Online Get a Look at Some of the 50th Anniversary Merchandise You Can Get in the Parks Click Here to See the 50 Best Ways to Celebrate Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Check Out Our 50 Pieces of Advice for Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Click Here to See the Best Ways to Celebrate Disney World’s 50th Anniversary from Home See the New 50th Anniversary Nighttime Looks for All 4 of Disney World’s Park Icons Check Out Our 50th Anniversary Cupcake Crawl Click Here to See Our Rankings of the 50th Anniversary Treats in Magic Kingdom See Our Rankings of the 50th Anniversary Treats in EPCOT Check Out Our Rankings of the 50th Anniversary Treats in Hollywood Studios See Our Rankings of the 50th Anniversary Treats in Animal Kingdom Click HERE for Your Guide to Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Celebration Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe Will you be tuning in? Let us know in the comments! The post Disney World's 50th Anniversary Is Taking Over HGTV and Food Network This Week! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Spring has sprung at Disney World! BoardWalk Bakery The EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival is in full bloom, the Easter egg hunt at EPCOT is underway, and Easter snacks (we’re talking LOADS of cute bunny butts on treats, y’all) have arrived. Now, we’re heading over to Disney’s BoardWalk Inn for even MORE snacks! We’re making our way over to BoardWalk Bakery, which is baking up some delicious Easter treats, including three new snacks. First, there’s the Chocolate-covered Strawberry ‘Carrots’, which are Strawberries dipped in orange-colored white chocolate and striped to resemble carrots. Chocolate-Covered Strawberry “Carrot” We thought these strawberries were really fresh and delicious (and super adorable, of course!), but for $4 per strawberry, they were a little on the pricier side, and we’re not sure if it was worth it for the price. We’d love your thoughts. Is $4 too much for a single strawberry in Disney World?! They are adorable, though! Another new treat arriving this year is the Easter Moon Pie, which is sugar cookies with marshmallow filling, dipped in semisweet chocolate and decorated with holiday décor. Easter Moon Pie We really enjoyed the Easter Moon Pie! We thought it was a good deal for the price, because for $4.29 you get a pretty big snack! We also loved the homemade marshmallow inside. Easter Moon Pie Cut Open The whole thing is dipped in chocolate, which melted pretty fast and got kind of messy, but other than that, we really enjoyed this treat! If you’re someone who loves marshmallow, we think you’ll really like this. Easter Moon Pie The third new treat is the Coconut Macaroon Nest. This is a traditional giant coconut macaroon with pastel chocolate and sprinkles and candy Easter eggs. Coconut Macaroon Nest We also thought the Coconut Macaroon Nest was delicious! The coconut was fresh and light, and the Easter decorations on top really send it over the edge. Our reporter assumed the candy Easter eggs would be like malted milk eggs, but they were actually sugar eggs, which added a nice crunch to the macaroon. Coconut Macaroon Nest Cut Open This macaroon is $5.29 and someone who likes coconut will love this, but if you’re not a coconut fan, we would get the moonpie instead. BoardWalk Bakery Easter Treats You can also grab Easter versions of a Cannoli and Mickey Brownie here! These treats are all available through April 17th. We’ll be trying out even MORE Easter treats at Disney World, so be sure to stick around for more reviews! Here’s The FULL LIST of Easter Treats Coming to 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. Which Easter treat sounds best to you? Let us know in the comments! The post REVIEW: Would You Pay for a Dressed Up Strawberry in Disney World?! We Need to Know first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Over the course of the last hundred years, the Walt Disney Company has had a pretty big influence on American society. Disney is a big influence! Whether it’s through the theme parks and the travel industry or through the movies and content they create, they’re definitely having an impact on many people’s lives. Sometimes, more impact than you think! What do we mean? Well, sometimes it seems that Disney has been a major influence on baby names! We’ve seen it in the past (you don’t think it was a coincidence that Elsa became a popular choice a few years ago, did you?), but now it’s time to see just how Disney affected the monikers of newborns in 2020. Hi Elsa! According to the Orlando Sentinel, 24/7 Tempo has reviewed the popularity of baby names in the United States each year between 1880 and 2020 using data and information from the Social Security Administration. From that list, they pulled out the names that never appeared among the 500 most popular UNTIL 2020, and on that list, there were only 25 names. Who wants some Disney-themed names?! The 25 “new” popular names include options like Oaklynn and Haisley and Charli, but there are two big names that stick out to us…because they’re inspired by Disney characters! First up is Remy, which brings to mind the talented rat chef of the same name from Ratatouille. The movie came out back in 2007, but the name gained popularity in 2020 potentially because of the TikTok phenomenon, Ratatouille the Musical. Who wouldn’t want to name their child after a lovable rat? And the other name? Well, it’s none other than Kylo. Yes, THAT Kylo…Kylo Ren from the newest trilogy of Star Wars films. The character was beloved by many, and with The Rise of Skywalker premiering in late 2019, the timing makes sense for a slew of baby Kylos. Kylo Ren sounds like a strapping name. Who knows what other Disney names will be popular in the coming years, we’ll have to wait and see! But until then, stay tuned to DFB for all the Disney news and updates. Click Here to See Which Disney-Themed Baby Name Will Likely Be Popular This Year! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Would you give your baby a Disney name? Tell us in the comments! The post Two New Baby Names Became Popular in 2020...Thanks to Disney! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Want to end your night in Disney World with a bang? Catch a fireworks show! Enchantment Magic Kingdom’s newest fireworks show, Disney Enchantment, has been lighting up the skies since 2021, and you can watch the show from a variety of spots around Disney World — not just in Magic Kingdom! But if you prefer to avoid the crowds, you may have another option to see the fireworks — but not everyone qualifies for this exclusive opportunity! Today Disney announced the return date of the Disney Vacation Club Fireworks Cruise! This special viewing opportunity is exclusive to Disney Vacation Club (DVC) Members, and it includes champagne, treats, and a view of the Disney Enchantment fireworks show from the Seven Seas Lagoon beginning on April 27th. Disney Enchantment dessert party views This cruise experience costs $85 per person, and while it is a more private fireworks viewing opportunity, it does include other viewing parties. Each exclusive DVC cruise sets sail on Wednesday nights, on two boats that seat up to 10 passengers each. Disney recommends that ticket holders arrive at the Boat Nook at Disney’s Contemporary Resort 1 hour and 30 minutes before the fireworks are scheduled to begin, and the cruise will set sail one hour before the fireworks. ©Disney Each $85 ticket includes: A champagne toast and an individual sweet and savory treat box Special viewing of Disney Enchantment from the Seven Seas Lagoon Close-up view of the Electrical Water Pageant (weather and time permitting) Note that DVC Members must bring their Membership Card and photo ID at check-in. Magic Kingdom fireworks view from a past cruise Disney Vacation Club Members who are also eligible for Direct Purchase Benefits can call Member Services (800-800-9800) to book, and capacity is limited so don’t want too long! Keep reading DFB for more Disney news! 10 tips to see Disney World fireworks WITHOUT crowds! 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 a Disney Vacation Club Member? Tell us in the comments! The post Find Out If You Qualify to See Magic Kingdom's Fireworks From An Exclusive Location first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Easter treats have been flooding our social media feeds over the past couple of weeks, and we’re not mad about it. Easter Bunny Cupcake! From Easter treats to the Easter Egg Hunt — Easter-inspired fun has popped up all over the parks. But now one Disney Springs shop is adding to the Easter fun with what’s arguably the most Instagrammable treat of the season! Fans of peeps (or an aesthetically-pleasing Instagram post) may want to sit down for this one. Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew just announced the return of their limited edition Rollin’ With Your Peeps Donut! We’ve reviewed this donut in the past, and now it’s making its return. Vanilla frosting, pastel candy decor, green buttercream grass, malted milk ball Easter eggs — and an iconic Peep?! I mean it SCREAMS Easter doesn’t it?! But as you may know, Peeps tend to be a bit of a divisive Easter treat. You either love em or ya hate em. Rollin with the Peeps Donut The donut is available April 11th-April 17th, and will if you love Peeps it might provide the perfect addition to your Easter festivities — or Instagram feed! Check out our review of the Rollin’ With Your Peeps Donut here! So make sure you hop on over to Everglazed in Disney Springs to get your own, as this is only a limited time offering! In the meantime, be sure to check back here for the latest Disney news! Looking for some Disney Easter treats? You can find them 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 ever tried this donut? Let us know in the comments! The post A Divisive Springtime Treat Is BACK in Disney Springs! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’re seeing a lot of bunnies, flowers, and eggs. That can only mean one thing: Easter has arrived in Disney World! It’s time to pull out your fanciest bonnet (do people still own bonnets?) and assemble your baskets, people. All jellybeans and Peeps must report to the home in preparation for the holiday. Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge For Disney World guests, one of the best ways to prepare for Easter is to try all the new TREATS! We taste all of the seasonal snacks that pop up around the Disney Parks, and Disney has been churning out TONS of yummy treats for Easter. We’ve tried everything from a Carrot Cake Cupcake to fancy mousse so far, and we’ve still got room for more! Today, we went over to Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge to see what Easter treats they had to offer. Over at The Mara in Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge, we tried the new Raspberry Fields treat! Clearly, the name doesn’t reveal much, but it’s a pistachio financier with raspberry gelée, lemon curd, and a white chocolate glaçage! It was available for $5.99. Raspberry Fields Alright, so how did it taste? Honestly, this was one of the BEST treats we’ve had lately! The lemon curd was predictably tart, but it worked so well with the pistachio financier. In terms of consistency, think of this treat like a key lime pie, but with lemon instead of lime. We adored the nutty pistachio flavor — it worked well on its own and with the lemon curd! Inside, the raspberry filling had a distinct, sweet flavor that countered the sour lemon and sweetened up the pistachio flavors. This is such a fun little treat! There’s a small piece of white chocolate on top, too, which didn’t add much to the flavor, but made our dessert look a little fancier! Even though all those fancy-sounding words and interesting flavor combinations might scare you, we think this is such a sweet, tart dish that even kids will enjoy it! Don’t let that wacky lime-green color scare you away; this treat is better than it looks. That said, if you don’t like fruity desserts, you might be better off with something else! Look at that beautiful cross-section Make sure you head over to The Mara if you want to give this treat a try! We’re always on the lookout for the latest Disney news, so stay tuned to DFB for more! Click here to see where you can Customize your own Easter Basket 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. Have you tried the Raspberry Fields? Let us know in the comments! The post REVIEW: We Promise This Green Blob Treat Tastes Better Than It Looks in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

There’s a brand new terminal coming soon to Orlando International Airport, and it’s going to be super high-tech! New Terminal ©Greg Angel via Twitter (@NewsGuyGreg) There will be things like facial recognition, 3-story screens, and automated screening lanes. In addition to the exciting technology, there will also be new restaurants, like Wine Bar George, and even a new Disney store. We just got a first look at the new terminal under construction, and we have also learned about a new system that should make traveling a lot easier! There is a NEW luggage system coming to Orlando International Airport that should help people get their bags faster! Orlando International Airport The new system has a state-of-the-art Radio Frequency Identification Technology Tote Baggage Handling System for efficient tracking and expedited luggage control. Meaning it is meant to help with tracking your bags and making the luggage collection process easier. New Terminal ©Greg Angel via Twitter (@NewsGuyGreg) According to Spectrum News 13’s Greg Angel, the airport has said that international passengers will “see sunshine and have their bags even before going through Customs.” We’ll be on the lookout to see what exactly this new luggage system is like. Stay tuned to DFB for more news and updates on the new terminal coming soon to Orlando International Airport. Click here to see more about what’s coming to the NEW terminal at Orlando International Airport! 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 fly or drive to Orlando? Tell us in the comments! The post A NEW Luggage System is Coming to Orlando International Airport first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’re seeing so many new things arrive at Disney’s Animal Kingdom! Celebrating the 50th anniversary in Animal Kingdom! From new items, to exciting foods — there’s a lot to update you on! We’ll continue visiting Animal Kingdom to find the latest changes and arrivals, but in the meantime, here’s what’s new! Animal Kingdom Food Updates Dawa Bar, Thirsty River and Trek Snacks, & Other Locations Two seasonal beers were added for Earth Day: Tiger Tail Pale Ale – $10 Honey Bee Citrus Blonde Ale – $10 The new beers! Both beers support a different animal — the Tiger Swallowtail Butterflies, and the solar farm bee colonies! Click here for our review of the Honey bee Citrus Blonde Ale! Yak & Yeti The new Seasonal Specials Menu includes new offerings like the Dragon Roll Bowl for $26.99… The dragon roll bowl! …Kalbi Beef Kabobs for $33.99… Kalbi Beef Kabobs! …Bikini Breeze Cocktail for $13… Bikini Breeze cocktail! …and Dulce de Leche Egg Rolls for $15.99. Dulce de Leche Egg Rolls! We enjoyed all of these new items — especially the Dragon Roll Bowl! Check out our review of these new items here! Animal Kingdom Merchandise Updates Riverside Depot We’ve seen a lot of new arrivals at this location! We found the Pink Glitter Mickey Popsocket being sold for $14.99 (that can also be found at the Dino Institute)… Pink Mickey Popsocket! …the Snack Rain Jacket for $54.99… Look at all those snacks! …a dog collar for $34.99… For your furry bff! …Be Happy Shorts for $29.99… SO cute! …and new Mickey Pajama Pants for $36.99! We need these! There were so many new arrivals this past week! See the new kitchen collection! Island Mercantile We found this Turning Red robe (in kids’ sizes) for $36.99… We’re OBSESSED! …this adorable bag of Orange Bird Popcorn for $6.49… BRB, gonna go grab one! …and we saw that the Conservation Books were back in stock — free with a $25 donation to the Disney Conservation Fund! For a good cause! We’ll keep our eyes open for any new arrivals to this location when we return to Animal Kingdom! Here’s some more Turning Red merch! Zuri’s The only new arrival we saw here was the Daisy Gummi Butterflies (YUM)! How cute?! These can be found for $6.49! They look like the perfect candy for spring! See our EPCOT Candy Challenge! Various Popcorn Carts The Simba Popcorn Bucket is back in stock for $16.99! We love this bucket! Make sure your grab your own ASAP — before they run out! Here is EVERY SINGLE popcorn bucket in Disney World! Dino Institute They are sold out of Astronaut Ice Cream… We’re always down for some good gummies! …but you can grab some candy instead! Speaking of candy, you have to see the candy version of the Cinderella Castle! Animal Kingdom Construction Expedition Everest A Cast Member told us that the ride will hopefully be opening within the next two weeks. The ride has been closed for a lengthy refurbishment and we are anxiously awaiting its reopening. Expedition Everest! We’re hoping to see it open soon — we miss it! What’s going on with the Expedition Everest refurb? There’s so much going on in Animal Kingdom! Stay tuned, because we’ll continue to provide you with updates we see during our next trips! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Have you been to Animal Kingdom recently? Let us know in the comments! The post What's New in Animal Kingdom: Big Yak & Yeti Menu Changes and an Expedition Everest Update first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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Disney World has some stellar character dining options. A meal where you can eat in the AC AND meet your favorite Disney characters? That sounds pretty tempting. Chip and Dale There are a good number of character meals to choose from when you’re in the Most Magical Place on Earth and we want to help make that choice easier. So, we’re RANKING every character meal in Disney World right now! Keep in mind that character meals are currently modified! You’ll see the characters from a distance and be able to take photos and interact, just not as close as pre-2020. Disney HAS hinted at the return of more traditional character dining experiences since traditional character meet and greets are returning April 18th, so keep an eye on DFB for updates. 7. Ravello Our lowest ranking is a character meal you might not even know exists! Ravello is a fancier restaurant at the Four Seasons Orlando located on Disney World property. So, even though it’s not a Disney restaurant it IS in Disney World and DOES offer character dining! Goofy at Ravello On Saturdays, Ravello offers the Good Morning Breakfast with Goofy and His Pals. The experience features a tasty buffet breakfast priced at $48 for adults and $28 for children 12 and under and you’ll typically meet Goofy, Mickey, and Minnie. Mickey at Ravello Though we enjoyed our most recent character breakfast at Ravello, it’s landed in the lowest ranking for a reason. The two biggest knocks against this one are that it’s only offered on Saturdays and you need to arrange transportation to get there from a Disney World hotel. Minnie at Ravello Plus, with a near-$50 price tag and only three characters, there are certainly better options. Still, if you’re staying at the Four Seasons or just HAVE to see this classic trio in fun vacation outfits, it could be worth the stop. Click here for our REVIEW of this character breakfast! 6. Chef Mickey’s Wow, Chef Mickey’s is at second to the LAST spot on the list? Yep! This spot, though popular, is outranked by a number of other character meal options. MICKEY! Chef Mickey’s features the Family Feast for breakfast for $42 per adult and $27 per child, and dinner for $55 per adult and $36 per child. The fare is pretty standard breakfast (MICKEY WAFFLES) and dinner staples and you’ll find yourself meeting Mickey, Minnie, Pluto, Goofy, and Donald in cute chefs outfits. She’s so fabulous! Again, Chef Mickey’s is very popular which makes it somewhat difficult to get a reservation. Its big pros are that it’s fairly iconic AND it features ALL FIVE of the Fab Five! Oh, and the chef outfits are ADORABLE. Chef Donald On the other hand, though, the atmosphere can be loud and chaotic and the food is typically only okay. Is it a great way to meet fan-favorite characters? Yes. Are there character meals we tend to enjoy more? Also yes. Want to see our review of the breakfast at Chef Mickey’s? Click here! 5. Hollywood and Vine In fifth place, we’re headed to Hollywood Studios where Hollywood and Vine features TWO variations on the character meal depending on the time of day. Breakfast is the Disney Junior Play ‘n Dine Breakfast for $42 per adult and $27 per child featuring Fancy Nancy, Vampirina, Doc McStuffins, and Roadster Goofy. It’s Fancy Nancy! For lunch and dinner, this spot transforms into Minnie’s Seasonal Dine, a rotational offering that changes depending on the time of year. There’s the Silver Screen Dine, the Springtime Dine, the Summertime Dine, a Halloween Dine, and a Holiday Dine. During these meals, you’re joined by Minnie Mouse, Mickey Mouse, Goofy, Donald Duck, Daisy Duck, and sometimes Pluto. Expect to pay $55 per adult and $36 per child. Minnie’s Halloween Dine This restaurant used to be very lackluster when it comes to the eats, but it’s actually improved a LOT recently and we’ve had some seriously tasty meals! It’s still nothing too special in the food department, but the fact that you get TWO character dining options is a bit of a game-changer. You’ll get to see Mickey in his holiday outfit! Still, the atmosphere isn’t our favorite and this is a LOUDER meal, so even with its improvements and an impressive roster of characters, it still sits in the middle of the pack. Hey, there are some REALLY good character meals! To see our latest review of the Seasonal Dine, click here! 4. Tusker House Restaurant Alright, our middle-of-the-pack choice can be found in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. That’s right, it’s Tusker House where you’ll find a FULL DAY of character meal fun. Donald Tusker House features Donald’s Dining Safari with Donald, Daisy, Goofy, Mickey, AND Minnie — all in very sweet safari outfits. This meal is available at breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Breakfast is $42 per adult and $27 per child, and lunch and dinner are $55 per adult and $36 per child. Mickey in Tusker House This spot lands in the middle of our list for a few reasons. On the cons side of things, it’s a trickier option for picky eaters and it doesn’t quite compete with our top three. Goofy posing for a pic Still, Tusker House definitely deserves some cred! It’s got a very cool atmosphere and the numerous characters are in sweet outfits to match. Plus the food has a focus on African cuisine and it is downright delicious! We tend to love just about everything we try from the buffet! Click here for a review of BOTH versions of the buffet at Tusker House! 3. Artist Point — Story Book Dining with Snow White We’ve made it to the top three! If you’ve got princess fans, you might want to head over to Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Resort to Artist Point where you’ll find Story Book Dining with Snow White. Hi, Snow White! Story Book Dining with Snow White is a dinner-only character meal served prix-fixe for $60 per adult and $39 per child. Over a meal of more upscale plates, you’ll see Snow White, Dopey, and Grumpy; and have a chance to take a photo with The Evil Queen! Dopey As you can tell, this is a VERY unique character meal with very unique characters. It’s not often you get to interact with The Evil Queen in Disney World. The food here is also more upscale with awesome flavors and we tend to really enjoy the eats. Evil Queen On the other hand, though, Snow White and the dwarves might not be your kiddos’ favorite characters and this is the MOST EXPENSIVE character meal currently available. Still, we think this one deserves its third-place ranking! Want to see more of Artist Point? Click here! 2. Topolino’s Terrace — Flavors of the Riviera Aaaaaand second place goes to…Topolino’s Terrace — Flavors of the Riviera at Disney’s Riviera Resort! This spot might not always be a character meal, but when it is, it’s a winner! Mickey! In the mornings, Topolino’s Terrace offers Breakfast a la Art with Mickey & Friends. This meal is prix-fixe and offers Italian-inspired, high-end dishes. The meal is $42 per adult and $27 per child and features Mickey, Minnie, Donald, and Daisy. Minnie This restaurant has a lot of wins. It’s got a gorgeous atmosphere, the food is amazing, AND the character outfits might be some of our favorites. You’ve got Painter Mickey, Poet Minnie, Sculptor Donald, and Dancer Daisy. The food also feels a lot fairer for the price than some other spots! New outfits In fact, we had a hard time deciding between this one and our first-place winner. They’re practically interchangeable! Pretty much the only con with this one is that you have to make your way over to Riviera Resort — which is easy since this spot is on the Skyliner. To see our REVIEW of this breakfast, click here! 1. Garden Grill Garden Grill Restaurant in EPCOT’s The Land Pavilion is our number one character meal in Disney World right now — and it’s not the first time it’s earned this title! Garden Grill is a longtime favorite of ours! Pluto Offering Chip ‘n Dale’s Harvest Feast as an all-you-can-eat lunch or dinner, this spot serves up some stellar platters of classic flavors while you ACTUALLY ROTATE through scenes from the Living with the Land attraction below. Add that Mickey, Pluto, and Chip ‘n Dale visit your table and this is a pretty fun spot. Meals are $55 for adults and $36 for kids. Farmer Mickey This spot has a lot going for it. You’ve got classic characters, of course, and they come to your table a LOT. This is a relatively small restaurant, so we’ve found that you can expect more character interactions than a typical meal. Plus, the pals are in fun farmer outfits to go with the fresh and delicious eats you have on your plate. Hi, Dale! And the atmosphere is extremely cool. The restaurant slowly turns as you eat so your view changes over the course of your meal. It’s also one of the easier character dining reservations to find because it’s pretty significantly underrated. Garden Grill TOTALLY deserves to keep its top spot. Want to see more of Garden Grill? Click here! Honorable Mentions Cinderella’s Royal Table We’ve got to give an honorable mention to two spots that technically also have characters, even if they aren’t full character meals. Cinderella’s Royal Table used to be a full princess meal, but you can still dine in the castle and see Cinderella right now! Cinderella This restaurant is a POPULAR one (so, warning, reservations go FAST). If/when the full character offering returns, guests should be able to meet with MANY princesses! To see more of Cinderella’s Royal Table, click here! Be Our Guest Restaurant Just across Fantasyland, Be Our Guest Restaurant has occasional surprising appearances from The Beast himself! Be Our Guest Atmosphere Hey, it is his castle. These spots don’t quite fit the bill for full character dining, but it is nice to see some favorite faces during a meal there. Click here to see more of Be Our Guest! The Crystal Palace Beyond those, there are a few spots that USED to have character meals but are character-less for now. One example is The Crystal Palace in Magic Kingdom. Piglet! We used to LOVE meeting Winnie the Pooh and other Hundred Acre Wood pals at this beautiful restaurant, but for now, we’ll have to settle for seeing them on Main Street after we finish our buffet. To see a recent review of Crystal Palace, click here! Cape May Cafe Over at Disney’s Beach Club Resort is a fun spot called Cape May Cafe. Prior to the park closures, Cape May offered Minnie’s Beach Bash Breakfast in the morning. Minnie’s Beach Bash Breakfast When available, you could dine on a whole buffet of beachy breakfast and see Minnie, Goofy, Donald, and Daisy! Click here for a recent REVIEW of Cape May Cafe! ‘Ohana Another spot that used to feature a character breakfast (though it’s currently on hold) is ‘Ohana at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort! Yep, everyone’s favorite island-inspired all-you-care-to-enjoy spot had characters! Stitch! Prior to the closures, you could find Lilo, Stitch, Mickey, and sometimes MORE dressed in their Hawaiian finest for the Best Friends Breakfast. To see more of ‘Ohana, click here! Aaaaand another character breakfast that has yet to return took place at Disney’s BoardWalk Inn Resort’s Trattoria al Forno. This spot used to have the Bon Voyage Adventure Breakfast! Rapunzel at Trattoria al Forno Bon Voyage Adventure Breakfast Who wouldn’t want to have an Italian meal to start the day while mingling with Disney couples like Ariel and Eric and Rapunzel and Flynn Rider? Click here to see more about this fun breakfast! Aaaaand there are two spots that still haven’t reopened at all but used to have very fun character meals. We had to give them a mention! The first one is 1900 Park Fare at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort. Cinderella and Prince Charming host dinner! Buffet dining had two different character meals throughout the day. The Supercalifragilistic Breakfast featured characters like Mary Poppins, Alice in Wonderland, and The Mad Hatter. You could also head to Cinderella’s Happily Ever After Dinner featured Cinderella, Prince Charming, Lady Tremaine, and Cinderella’s stepsisters! Want to see our review of the dinner offering? Click here! Another royal meal has yet to reopen at Akershus Royal Banquet Hall in EPCOT’s Norway. Like Cinderella’s Royal Table, this spot used to offer princess dining — but this time with a buffet of Norwegian-inspired cuisine. Belle at Akershus Princesses appear at this spot and it rotates who you might see. You could spot Ariel, Belle, Jasmine, Snow White, Princess Aurora (Sleeping Beauty), Mulan, Cinderella, and/or Mary Poppins! To see more about the Akershus experience, click here! Hopefully, our ranking helps you determine what character meal is best for YOU! And we will be sure to update and change our ranking as things change in the parks! As always, keep an eye on DFB for all the Disney tips! Click here for everything you need to know about character meals! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What’s your favorite character meal? Tell us in the comments! The post Ranking ALL of the Character Dining Locations in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Between the high gas prices, added cost of airport transportation, and fuel charges recently added to Uber and Lyft, price increases will follow you no matter which method of transportation you choose in Disney World. Even renting a car is pretty tricky these days! We all need a way to travel to Disney World, but with so many options, it can be hard to decide what’s best for you and your family. Minnie Vans are returning to Disney World soon If you prefer the freedom of traveling around Florida with a car, you’ve likely considered a rental service. Now, there’s a NEW option for guests hoping to drive themselves around Disney World, and it might solve some of your problems! If you’re flying into the Orlando International Airport, you might want to consider a new transportation option that works like a rental car service, but with a few key differences. Let’s break it down. Orlando International Airport Imagine a rental service like Airbnb, but for CARS. Yeah — it’s a thing! Turo, a company that specializes in car-sharing, just partnered with the Orlando International Airport, according to WESH 2 News. Now, travelers can reserve a car directly from the owner right at the airport. The best part? Turo claims to offer some great prices! Driving around Disney World has tons of pros and cons! In a statement to WESH 2 News, a Turo spokesperson explained, “What we offer is an app where car owners can share their cars and earn some extra income for their family or for their lifestyles. And guests get access to great cars at great prices.” The Walt Disney World main gate is a beautiful sight! The process is pretty simple! Guests must download the Turo app, select their dates, and choose a car. Then, once the customer lands at the Orlando International Airport, they can pick up the car in one of MCO’s parking garages (The host will give specific instructions on where/how to find the car). According to WESH 2 News, the host may leave a dropbox with car keys inside, remotely start the car through the app, or exchange the car in person. Having a car comes in handy for rope-drop! Additionally, Turo offers 24/7 customer support, roadside assistance, and several different insurance packages in case of emergency. The prices will vary depending on the date, make, and model of the car, but here’s a peek at a few of the options available in mid-April. The prices ranged from about $90 to around $300 per day. ©Turo If you’re having trouble securing a rental car, this might be a handy new option! In the meantime, stay tuned for all the latest Disney news and park updates! What You Need to Know About Renting a Car in Orlando in 2022 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 used Turo? Let us know in the comments! The post You Can Now Drive a Stranger's Car to Disney World 🤯 first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

LONG airport waits or layovers might not be so bad at Orlando International Airport after their brand NEW terminal opens! ©Orlando International Airport For quite some time, the NEW South Terminal C has been in development at Orlando International Airport. This new space will feature a whole bunch of things including a new Disney store, a new restaurant from the folks over at Wine Bar George, and so much more. While we’ve seen concept art for this new space, today we finally got to get a first look INSIDE and see what construction looks like right now! Recently, Greg Angel, an evening anchor on My News 13, posted a number of videos and photos on Twitter of the NEW terminal — South Terminal C — coming to Orlando International Airport. New Terminal ©️Greg Angel via Twitter (@NewsGuyGreg) As we noted above, we’ve shared a number of updates about this new terminal in the past, including a look at how it will utilize facial recognition and 3-story screens, an estimate of when it will open, and a peek at some of the new restaurants and stores (including some Disney spots or Disney-related spots) that will be available there. New Terminal ©️Greg Angel via Twitter (@NewsGuyGreg) Now, thanks to Greg Angel, we’ve got another look at this new space. According to Angel, certain members of the media were provided with an inside look at the new Terminal C. Construction continues to be ongoing in this space. The new building itself is 1.8M square feet and the project cost an estimated $3 billion. New Terminal ©️Greg Angel via Twitter (@NewsGuyGreg) The new terminal is expected to open this summer with 15 gates and JetBlue is set to be the primary airline for this terminal. The fact sheet shared by Angel on Twitter shows that the terminal will have an “experiential media environment” with a few different areas. The fact sheet also says that construction is more than 90% complete on the project and the terminal is scheduled to become operational by the summer. In terms of connecting this space to the rest of the airport, the fact sheet notes that the South Terminal C will offer “direct ground access as well as connection to the North Terminal Complex via Automated People Mover through the existing Intermodal Terminal Facility.” New Terminal ©️Greg Angel via Twitter (@NewsGuyGreg) The fact sheet also says that this was designed as the first LEED®v4 airport campus in the world and it “maximizes sustainability along with customer convenience.” We look forward to seeing this terminal once it is completely finished. Again, it is set to be operational this summer. We’ll be sure to share more updates with you as they become available. Click here to see what to expect on the menu at Chef Art Smith’s new Orlando Airport Restaurant! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Are you interested in seeing this new terminal? Tell us your thoughts in the comments! The post VIDEOS & PHOTOS: FIRST LOOK at the New Terminal Opening Soon at the Orlando Airport first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

For fans of HGTV, TLC, and Food Network, get ready because this is the week for you! The Walt Disney World Resort will be highlighted across all three networks. It all starts on Monday, April 11, at 8 p.m. ET/PT on HGTV’s “100 Day Dream Home”. Brian and Mika Kleinschmidt are a husband-and-wife team from Tampa, […]View the full article

Disney Springs is one of those Disney World spots you may feel tempted to skip. But should you? Disney Springs Not if you enjoy shopping and eating! Disney Springs is home to lots of incredible dining, shopping, and more, and this week we found some new eats AND merch! Check it out here. Disney Springs Food Updates Everglzed Donuts and Cold Brew had a new Passion Fruit Lemonade, and we’re keeping our eyes peeled for the possible arrival of an Easter donut! Everglazed Passion Fruit Lemonade We visited Earl of Sandwich to try the Beef Mac and Cheesy Sandwich for $8.49. We’ve had this sandwich in the past but it’s even cheesier now, so we had to try it again. It comes with roast beef, cheddar, and mac and cheese. VERY cheesy Although the mac and cheese did not taste homemade to us, the roast beef was savory and delicious and cooked well, and we did love the added texture of the mac and cheese! If you’re into cheesy sandwiches, this might be worth a try. Read our review of the Beef Mac and Cheesy Sandwich here! Disney Springs Merchandise Updates Ever After At Ever After we spotted some new Pandora charms, including this Best Mom Ever Charm… Mom Charm …and this Stitch Pandora Charm! Stitch Charm Vera Bradley A black and pink Mickey Backpack was spotted at Vera Bradley, and it comes with lots of pockets and a Mickey patch on the front. Mickey Backpack World of Disney And at World of Disney we found a new Anger Water Bottle for $27.99. Anger is one of the characters from Disney and Pixar’s Inside Out. Anger Water Bottle And that’s all the news from Disney Springs! Keep following DFB for all your Disney World news and updates. Check out everything you can eat at Gideon’s Bakehouse in April! 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 Springs recently? Tell us in the comments! The post What's New in Disney Springs: A Mac and Cheese Sandwich (Yes, You Read That Right) 🤤 first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article