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We’re celebrating Lunar New Year over in Disneyland! Lunar New Year Festival in Disneyland There are tons of exclusive foods for the celebration over in Disney California Adventure, and we’ve been trying them all! From the Coffee Kahlua Bundt Cake, to the White Hot Chocolate, to the Mango Pineapple Pie, we’ve been giving you the inside scoop on all the eats at this Disneyland festival! We tried another snack today, which was previously sold out, so let’s see if it lives up to the hype! Today, we tried the Brown Sugar Steamed Bun from the seasonal food cart in Redwood Creek Challenge Trail for Lunar New Year! This is from the Raya and the Last Dragon-themed festival cart, so we were excited to check it out. A look at the menu This steamed bun had brown sugar in it, and came with blue cream cheese icing! On previous visits to the booth, (when we tried the White Hot Chocolate on the menu) the steamed bun was sold out, so we were super excited to see what all of the Brown Sugar Steamed Bun commotion was all about! Brown Sugar Steamed Bun for Lunar New Year! The icing was definitely the star of the show for us! The bun itself wasn’t too sweet, and the brown sugar taste wasn’t very strong, so the cream cheese frosting was a welcomed bit of sweetness! Brown Sugar Steamed Bun! The cream cheese icing also took away from the sticky texture that the bun had, which was not our favorite. We wished the brown sugar taste had been a little stronger, but if you love cream cheese and are okay with sticky textures, then give this snack a go! You can grab it for $6.75. So Sticky! The line to get this treat was also considerably shorter than some of the other festival booth lines on our latest visit, so stop by Redwood Creek if you need a sweet pick-me-up! We’re always staying up to date on all of the latest Disney Parks foods, so stay tuned to DFB for more! Click here to see what we thought was the BEST of the FEST for Disneyland’s Lunar New Year Celebration! 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 Have you tried the Brown Sugar Steamed Bun in Disney California Adventure? Let us know in the comments! The post REVIEW: Is Disneyland's NEW Hard-to-Get Treat Actually Worth the Hype? first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Visiting Disney World soon? Then you’ll need to know which rides and attractions are NOT available during your trip. Closed right now Disney World periodically closes attractions, gift shops, hotels, and more for routine refurbishment or updates. We keep track of those closures so that you’re prepared for your upcoming vacation. Check out all the closures scheduled for this coming week here. Starting off in Magic Kingdom, one attraction that’s been closed for a while is finally reopening soon! Magic Kingdom Splash Mountain Splash Mountain is a very popular water ride in Magic Kingdom, and it’s been closed for almost a month now. Closed for now! But we have great news with its refurbishment — This attraction is scheduled to reopen on Friday, February 11th! Splash Mountain Refurbishments If you’re visiting Magic Kingdom on or after that day, it should be available for you to ride. Walt Disney World Railroad The Walt Disney World Railroad has been closed for quite a while now, and Disney still has not announced a reopening date. Walt Disney World Railroad We did see some testing for this attraction recently, with the train spotted running in Magic Kingdom! A Cast Member told us that the train is periodically run to keep the engine in good working order. As of right now, the WDW Railroad is still listed as being closed through April 15th, 2022, at least (which is as far as Disney’s refurbishments calendar goes right now). The train looks great! The closure is due to both updates on the attraction and construction happening in Tomorrowland on the upcoming TRON: Lightcycle Run roller coaster. The TRON roller coaster doesn’t have an opening date yet, so we don’t know when construction might be finished there. TRON construction We’ll let you know as soon as we hear of an opening date for either TRON or the WDW Railroad. Learn About Another Magic Kingdom Ride That’s Closing for Refurbishment Soon Disney’s Animal Kingdom Expedition Everest Expedition Everest is closed in Disney’s Animal Kingdom right now. Expedition Everest This attraction is scheduled to be closed through mid-April, 2022, and it’s listed as being closed through April 15th at least (as far as Disney’s refurbishment calendar goes right now). We don’t have a reopening date for the roller coaster yet. Expedition Everest is closed We did spot some testing happening on this ride, which could be a good sign that the refurbishment is coming along. Finding Nemo: The Musical Finding Nemo: The Musical is also closed in Animal Kingdom. This show is going to return as a reimagined show called Finding Nemo: The Big Blue…and Beyond! It will debut sometime in 2022. Finding Nemo: The Musical The new Finding Nemo musical will be similar to the original show, with puppets and musical numbers. Some of the original songs are even going to carry over into the new version. But the story will be completely changed, as it will follow the timeline of Finding Dory. Check Out the SECRET Lobster Mac & Cheese in Animal Kingdom Disney’s Hollywood Studios Voyage of the Little Mermaid The Voyage of the Little Mermaid show is still closed in Hollywood Studios. Voyage of the Little Mermaid This show does not have a reopening date yet, but we’re watching for an announcement from Disney about its return. We’ll be sure to let you know as soon as we hear anything! Fantasmic! Fantasmic! is a nighttime spectacular in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. It hasn’t returned since Disney World reopened, but Disney has announced that it will come back sometime in 2022. Fantasmic! Like the Finding Nemo show, Fantasmic! will have a few major changes when it returns. For example, we know that there will be some new stunts and characters in the show. Learn Why You Might Want to Avoid Hollywood Studios on One Day In April EPCOT Souk-Al-Magreb The only attraction that’s missing from EPCOT right now is actually a gift shop. Souk-Al-Magreb is located in the Morocco pavilion of World Showcase, along the promenade. Souk-al-Magreb This store has been closed for a while, and we thought it would reopen on February 6th. Unfortunately, its closure has been extended, and this shop is now expected to remain closed through mid-April at least. A Popular EPCOT Attraction Has Been Closing Early Recently Disney World Hotels All Disney World hotels are now accepting reservations, but there are still some refurbishments going on. Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort has not reopened yet, although reservations are available now for when it does open its doors on March 31st, 2022. All-Star Sports This hotel is one of the three All-Star hotels in Disney World, which are all Value resorts. Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Some DVC Villas at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa are closed for a few updates. Grand Floridian These villas are going to get new pull-out beds. Disney World Hotel Pools A couple of Disney World hotel pools are currently closed, but each of these pools has a backup option for guests staying at their respective resorts. At Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge, the Samawati Springs Pool (at Kidani Village) is currently unavailable and will be closed through April 2022. Samawati Springs Pool Guests at the Animal Kingdom Villas – Kidani Village can visit the Jambo House area to use the Uzima Springs Pool instead. Uzima Springs Pool The Flippin’ Fins Pool at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort (in the Little Mermaid section) is currently closed, and it will remain closed through late February of this year. Flippin’ Fins Pool If you’re staying at this hotel, you can use the Big Blue Pool (in the Finding Nemo section) or the Cozy Cone Pool (in the Cars section), which have both remained open. Learn How Disney World Is Changing Your Hotel Experience Disney World Water Parks Blizzard Beach (one of Disney World’s water parks) is still closed, and Disney hasn’t announced an opening date for it yet. Right now, all of the attractions are listed on the refurbishments schedule for at least another month. Tobaggan Racers at Blizzard Beach The other water park, Typhoon Lagoon, is currently open. Typhoon Lagoon Typhoon Lagoon also has some new snacks, including a build-your-own DOLE Whip! Check Out the New Snacks at Typhoon Lagoon That’s a wrap on our refurbishments report for next week in Disney World! Keep following DFB for more of the latest updates as you plan your upcoming trip. Is Construction on Fantasmic! Complete? 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 visiting Disney World next week? Let us know in the comments. The post A Popular Ride Is Reopening in Disney World This Week! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Are you a Pixar fan? Do you need somewhere to put your beverages? Then you’ve come to the right place! To Infinity and Beyond! Well, technically, you have to go to Disneyland if you want this cup, but if you’re here, you’re already off to a good start. We love a good Disney cup, and we genuinely believe that things taste better when they come out of something Disney related. Lately, we’ve seen this Chewbacca mug and this sparkly pink tumbler, but if you’re looking for something with a more Pixar vibe, then you’re gonna want to check out this cup! We recently spotted this new Pixar Cup at Disney California Adventure! It’s got a handle AND a lid, and is covered in some of our favorite Pixar friends like Mater, Crush, Jack Jack and more! NEW Pixar Cup at Disneyland! Disney California Adventure has all kinds of fun Pixar attractions like The Incredicoaster, Pixar Pal-a-Round, and Cars Land, so this is the perfect cup to keep a refreshing beverage in on a DCA day! DCA Pixar Cup! We love all things Pixar, and we loved finding this cup in Disneyland! 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 our REVIEW of Disneyland’s Newest Milkshake! 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 Do you like this new Pixar cup? Let us know in the comments! The post Pixar Fans! You'll Want to Make Room in Your Cupboard For Disney's NEW Collectible! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s no secret that theme park food sometimes gets a bad rep for relying on “basic.” And if you think there’s no bigger bland offender than the hot dog, prepare to have your mind BLOWN! Craftsman Grill Looking for a quick meal at Disneyland Resort’s Grand Californian Hotel? Well then, GCH Craftsman Grill has you covered! This counter service spot is known for its relaxing atmosphere and variety of quick food options, including the Hot Dog of the Month. Craftsman Grill takes full advantage of the opportunity to showcase exciting flavors with this rotating menu item, and this month’s offering is no exception! We recently stopped by Craftsman Grill to try out the February Hot Dog of the Month, the Banh Mi Hot Dog! Banh Mi Hot Dog! Traditionally, banh mi is a Vietnamese sandwich consisting of a baguette filled with a variety of ingredients, like meat, pickled vegetables, and chili peppers. The Banh Mi Hot Dog followed this formula pretty closely, as it was topped with pickled ginger, fresh cilantro, roasted jalapeños, cucumbers, carrots, and sriracha aioli. Tons of Great Flavors Here! Everything about this hot dog was SO GOOD! The aioli and jalapeños added a nice spice which was balanced out by the refreshing carrots and cucumbers. The produce all tasted fresh and the hot dog itself was yummy, which is what we’ve come to expect from the Craftsman Grill hot dogs. The fries were also excellent, they were well-seasoned and we enjoyed the thick-cut texture. Banh Mi Hot Dog We had absolutely no complaints about this hot dog! If you’re not a fan of banh mi, or you don’t care for spice, it might not be for you. But other than that, we’d say this Hot Dog of the Month is DEFINITELY worth a try! Two Big Thumbs Up from Us! If you’d like to snag the Banh Mi Hot Dog for yourself, you can pick one up at Craftsmans Grill for $12 during the month of February. Happy snacking, DFB readers! Review: A Mickey Hot Dog Bun and Vodka Creamsicle?! This Disneyland Spot Has ‘Em Both! Want to Learn More About Disneyland? Check Out the Links Below! Check Out Important Details about the 2022 Disney California Adventure Food and Wine Festival Learn About Disney Genie and How to Use it in Disneyland See the Latest Updates About Disneyland’s Face Mask Policy Check Out What You Need to Know About the Theme Park Reservation System for Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Check Out Our Disneyland Restaurants Guide Learn All About Disneyland Park See What Marvelous Stuff You’ll Find at Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure See More About Pixar Pier in Disney California Adventure Learn About the Disneyland Mobile App Get All the Details About Mobile Order in Disneyland Learn More About Disneyland’s Magic Key Program What’s Going to Be Different About Your Next Disneyland Trip? Click HERE to Check Out Lots of Other DFB Posts About Disneyland Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe What’s your favorite hot dog topping? Share with us in the comments! The post REVIEW: Think Theme Park Hot Dogs are Super Basic? Disneyland Has Entered the Chat! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Stop, wherever you are. Yes, YOU! Stop walking about or watching your TV and just imagine with us for a moment. YES. You’re sitting in a large, indoor space and can hear the fires crackling in nearby pizza ovens and staff talking and walking about. In front of you is a giant plate of cheeses and salty meats. Then your main course comes in — you hear the crunchy crust as you take a bite, smell that melted cheese, and taste that amazing truffle. It’s just a dream for now. But it can be your reality if you go to one special spot and we’re about to let you in on the secret. Ready to know where to go for this delicious experience? Well, there’s one spot that seems to be the undisputed KING of pizza and an overall popular destination in Disney World — Via Napoli Ristorante e Pizzeria in EPCOT. It’s earned our love and devotion in the past, but is the restaurant still as knock-your-socks-off delicious as we remember? We recently stopped by to put it to the test. Atmosphere Via Napoli is located in (you guessed it!) the Italy Pavilion in EPCOT. It definitely has that classic Italian vibe going on! A look at the dining room There are dozens of intricate light fixtures in this place, and it gives the whole room a very warm glow. In general, it feels cozy and inviting, like we could sit in here and chat with a friend for ages. In terms of seating, you’ll find some standard tables and chairs, booths, some outdoor seating (not in use when we visited), and shared tables where multiple parties may be placed at one big table. There is a main dining room, a room off of that main space, outdoor seating (again, not in use while we were there), and an indoor patio, too. Inside Via Napoli And one of our favorite details? The pizza ovens, of course! You may not have noticed before, but they’re all named after volcanos. (Get it? Cause they’re on fire!) Another detail to look for? There’s a chandelier in the entryway that is made of handmade Venetian glass. You can actually find the blueprints for it by the restroom. These guys are seriously cool. When we sat down at our table, we had a little placard with the QR code to scan for the menu. This looks a little different than the paper you’re handed at other Disney World dining spots because this restaurant (and some others around Disney World) are operated by an outside group, The Patina Group. They have touchless menus! And now it’s time to check out what all there is to offer! Menu The menu is littered with Italian favorites, starting with the Antipasti and Insalate (appetizers and salads). They’ve got everything from calamari to Caesar salad and charcuterie plates. ©Disney Up next, you can choose from a selection of pasta and “Secondi Piatti.” For pasta, they’ve got ravioli, tortellini, and spaghetti, and on the menu of second plates, you’ll find your non-pizza entrees. ©Disney For sides, the menu is short and sweet: just fingerling potatoes and green beans. But after that, we’ve got a glorious selection of pizzas to choose from — some as big as half a meter! (For all the non maths peoples — these pizzas can be BIG, very BIG!) ©Disney There’s a lot here that you can easily share. With toppings like sausage, veggies, cantaloupe(!), and half a dozen different kinds of cheese, we’re basically in pizza paradise. ©Disney Got a palette that craves those more classic tastes? They’ve got you covered with things like the classic Margherita in three different sizes. If you’ve still got room after a whole pizza pie, you can go ahead and order dessert! ©Disney They didn’t forget about the kiddos either! Your little ones will have their own selection of appetizers, entrees, and desserts to choose from. ©Disney So now that we’ve had some time to look at the menu and make our decisions, let’s dive right into the eating! Eats & Drinks Let’s start with a beverage! We ordered the Negroni for $19, which is made with Monkey 47 gin, Campari, and sweet vermouth. With this one, we got a really strong bitter taste from all three ingredients, and the Campari was especially evident. If you’re a sweet drink kind of person, this will likely NOT be your cup of tea (err, glass of gin?), but those who appreciate a bitter drink will probably love it. Negroni Now, let’s chow down! For a starter, we ordered the Tagliere, which is basically a charcuterie board made for two people. It’s a Chef’s selection of cured meats, cheeses, jam, olives, grapes, and grissini bread (those are the thin Italian breadsticks you see in the photo below!). Our board came with 3 cheeses: Cruccolo, Fontina, and Burrata; 3 meats: Prosciutto, Salami, and Mortadella; fig jam, green olives; grapes; and some of that grissini bread. Tagliere The board itself was absolutely fabulous! The meats were just the right amount of salty and had plenty of rich flavor. Delish! All of the cheeses were excellent, but the Burrata was our favorite! It was wonderfully creamy, which paired well with the meats and crackers. The Fontina was softer and milder than the Cruccolo, which was nuttier and a bit harder. We love a good cheese! All in all, it was a very good charcuterie board. But, should you spend the money on it? Maybe, maybe not. First, we wish that there were a few more crackers and breadsticks! We really would have loved to have those to pair with the cheeses and meats. Second, in truth, we’d probably just as soon save the stomach space to get more unique snacks around the World Showcase. It’s a great charcuterie board if that’s what you’re after, but it’s nothing exceptional or particularly unique. And at $38, it’s pretty pricey. But if you’re a charcuterie lover or you’re craving something like this, it’ll be right up your alley. It’s delicious, but there are so many things to eat in EPCOT. Moving on to our main course, we ordered the 1/2 Meter Mezzo Metro for $54. It’s made to serve between three and four people, and we ordered ours half Prosciutto e Melone and half Carciofi. That’s a whopper of a pizza. The Prosciutto e Melone side is a white pizza made with fontina, mozzarella, prosciutto, cantaloupe, and arugula. We found it to be the perfect blend of sweet and salty. Plus there was a wonderful bit of fresh bitterness from the arugula. (It may sound weird, but we think it’s fabulous!) Uhhh…YUM. The Carciofi half comes topped with artichoke, fontina, mozzarella, and truffle oil. Talk about fancy! It has a strong truffle flavor (but in a good way!), and we really enjoyed the BIG chunks of artichoke. No skimpy toppings here! Double delish. The best way to describe this pizza as a whole? SO GOOD. Like, SOOOO good. Like our reporter literally wrote this to us: “it’s just soooooooooooooooooo goooooooooooooooooooooood.” Literally. That many letter “o’s.” That is a direct quote. And to quote Lizzie McGuire we say “this is what dreeeaaaammmmsss are made of” (pizza dreams that is). The crust of the pizza overall is perfectly crunchy but still has a good chew to it (as a good pizza should have), and you can tell with the taste that the cheeses are high quality. Yeah, we’ll take 7 of these. We’re not sure what could top that (if anything), but we have to move on to dessert! DUTY CALLS! For this trip, we ordered the Torta Della Nonna for $13. It’s described as a grandmother cake with cream, pinoli, and almond. (And in case you’re wondering pinoli is Italian for pine nut!) Wrapping up with something sweet. After the pizza, we weren’t sure that we could possibly be impressed again (it was THAT good), but this dessert was surprisingly tasty! It had a strong lemon/citrus flavor in the cream. Our fantastic reporter that reviewed it actually loves lemon, so they gave this one a big thumbs up! Surprisingly good. However, if you’re not into creamy textures, this probably isn’t for you. And even though it was good, on the whole, we think there are better treats to be found around the World Showcase for dessert. Like we’ve said before, we typically recommend you skip dessert at most table service restaurants and instead hop around the snack stands and quick service spots for those signature and more unique sweet treats! So what are our final thoughts on Via Napoli? Nosh or Not? Stop by Via Napoli during your trip around the “World” if… You’re a diehard fan of pizza, cheese, or a combination of both. This restaurant will definitely check those boxes for you! You want a table service meal to break up your typical EPCOT festival eats or snacking around World Showcase. But be warned that you could fill up here. If you want to keep snacking, consider just ordering a pizza and skipping on the appetizer and dessert. You have a larger party looking for a meal you can share. You can order a seriously LARGE pizza here, making it a great sharable meal for the whole gang. Keep on strolling around the Showcase if… You’re in a hurry. Though much of our food came out relatively quickly, it did still take about an hour or a little more than that, just like many table service restaurants in Disney World. If you’re a go-go-go type of person and you’ve got a list a mile long of the things you need to do in the park, sitting down for a while here might not be ideal. You’re on a tight budget. This isn’t at the very tippy top of Disney’s high price range, but it is pricer than your average pizza or quick service meal. If you’re watching every penny, then you’ll want to opt to eat somewhere else. You’re not a pizza & pasta fan. This one might seem obvious but the menu here is fairly limited. If you don’t love pizza & pasta, there won’t be too many other options here — though there is a chicken parmesan, a beef fillet, and a sea bass. Still, we highly recommend you review the menu to make sure everyone in your party can find something there to enjoy. Overall Overall, this was a phenomenal meal, but the pizza was definitely the highlight. We’d probably skip the appetizer and dessert next time to save stomach space and budget for other more unique EPCOT snacks. But, in our opinion, the pizza is a can’t-miss! There are several options for different tastes, so even if you don’t like the flavors we chose, you’ll probably find something you like. This was delicious! The meal itself took about an hour or a little more than an hour, so this is definitely something you’ll want to budget time for within your schedule. Though we will note that strangely some of our food came out really quickly (a bit too fast for us actually). For example, our appetizer and pizza came out basically at the same time, which isn’t ideal when you’ve got a LOT to eat. This spot can be incredibly popular, so you’ll need to make those dining reservations 60 days (or more if you’re staying onsite) in advance. We would do this again. The atmosphere here really can’t be beat, with the stunning architecture and handmade Venetian glass chandeliers. By the time you’re done with your meal, you’ll feel like you’ve had the full Italian pizzeria experience, and isn’t that the goal of World Showcase?! Props to you, Via Napoli! What do you think of Via Napoli? Tell us in the comments! And check back with us for more EPCOT restaurant reviews! Click Here to See Our Review of Another World Showcase Restaurant! 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 Via Napoli? Let us know in the comments! The post REVIEW: There's a Reason Why This Disney World Restaurant Isn't Easy to Get Into 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. They’re smart, they’re strong, and they’re adventurous — they’re Disney princesses! Whether you’re talking to princess Belle about the latest books you’re reading or collecting princess-inspired Disney pins, there are so many ways to show your love for the princesses! Hello, Belle! For our collector friends, we have an exciting announcement to share! You might remember that the final items were just released in the Stitch Crashes Disney collection, but now another popular merchandise collection is preparing for its final release! The Disney Castle Collection features (as the name implies) ten different Disney princess castles sold as pins, puzzles, statues, and more! Last month, collectors were introduced to Merida’s castle from Brave. The merchandise collection featured a variety of items including this Merida Castle Light-Up Figurine! ©Disney Before that, Disney made this beautiful Sleeping Beauty Castle pin with a hinged door that reveals scenes from Sleeping Beauty. As you can see, the Disney Castle Collection gives those stunning castles the recognition they deserve! ©Disney For the final series in the collection, we’ve off to France to visit the castle from Beauty and the Beast! We found a little preview of the collection on shopDisney that we had to share! ©Disney Like the other collections, this release will come with a new puzzle, journal, pin, ornament, and replica statue! The Beast’s castle is so detailed and stately — we can’t wait for this release to debut! ©Disney Be sure to stay tuned for more merchandise updates and Disney news! You never know when a new collection of items could begin! We’ve Never Been More Tempted to Spend Over $100 On a Doll. Thanks, Disney. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Do you collect any Disney merchandise? Let us know in the comments! The post See the FINAL Disney Castle Collection Series Coming SOON Online! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

A LOT has changed at Disney World restaurants since the beginning of the year. Mickey Bars cost more now! While we were busy enjoying all the food booths at the EPCOT Festival of the Arts, we saw a TON of price increases happening on Disney World menus, as well as got the news that three restaurants would soon reopen. But there were even more updates than that! So here’s what you need to know about what’s happened with Disney World menus in January. Resort-Wide One of the BIGGEST menu changes we saw in January involved HUNDREDS of price increases across the resort. That’s right — your Mickey Ice Cream Bars and Sandwiches just got a little more expensive and you’ll even pay more for DOLE Whips. Dole Whip will cost more now. Since some of your favorite snacks may be more expensive, so be sure to check those prices before you order to avoid any surprises! You can see the HUNDREDS of price increases here! Starbucks You’re going to be paying more for Starbucks at Disney World, including Creature Comforts (Disney’s Animal Kingdom), Trolley Car Cafe (Disney’s Hollywood Studios), and Main Street Bakery (Magic Kingdom). Here’s what’s gone up in price: Coffee Frappuccino increased from $5.29 to $5.49 Vanilla Bean Crème Frappuccino increased from $5.29 to $5.49 Some frappuccinos will cost you more now The Starbucks Refreshers are also affected by price increases — the Mango Dragonfruit and Strawberry Acai increased from $4.49 to $4.79. However, the Starbucks Refreshers with Lemonade is still $5.29. Mango Dragonfruit Refresher with Coconut Milk Here’s what’s changed under espresso and coffee: Grande Caramel Macchiato and Iced White Chocolate Mocha increased from $5.29 to $5.69 Grande Caffè Latte increased from $4.29 to $4.69 Grande Caffè Mocha increased from $4.95 to $5.29 Grande Freshly Brewed Coffee (regular or decaf) increased from $3.29 to $3.49. Iced Coffee for hot Florida days! Cold Brew also saw some price increases: Grande Starbucks Cold Brew increased from $4.29 to $4.49 Grande Salted Caramel Cream Cold Brew and the Vanilla Sweet Cream Cold Brew increased from $4.79 to $4.99 Learn More About These Price Increases Here Magic Kingdom Friar Nook’s The Bacon Macaroni & Cheese Hot Dog has increased from $11.49 to $11.99 We didn’t love it! That’s the only change we’re seeing here for now. Read Our Review of this Hot Dog Plaza Restaurant At Plaza Restaurant, both the Main Street Burger and Chili-Impossible Burger increased from $21.50 to $22. The Plaza Restaurant Those were the only changes at that location. Be Sure To Read Our Review of the Updated 50th Anniversary Sundae From Plaza Restaurant! Disney’s Animal Kingdom Tiffins Tiffins got hit with price increases, too. Under “Specialty Cocktails,” here’s what’s changed: Jenn’s Tattoo increased from $13 to $14 Lamu Libation increased from $14 to $15 Hightower Rocks increased from $15 to $16 Mustang Coffee increased from $13 to $14 Tempting Tigress increased from $15 to $16 But there’s one decrease: the Annapurna Zing decreased from $16 to $13. Lamu Libation We’ve also got some cocktails that have been added. The following have been added to the menu: Night Monkey — Original Dark Rum, Guava Purée, Coffee Simple Syrup, and Lime Juice with a hint of Cilantro for $14 Boto Rita — Zignum Reposado Mezcal, Combier Grapefruit Liqueur, Guava Purée, and Lime Juice for $15 Dalangs Delight — Starr African Rum, Batavia-Arrack van Oosten, Van der Hum Tangerine Liqueur, Mountain Berry Tea, Simple Syrup, and Lemon Juice for $15 Leaping Lizzard — Malibu Pineapple Rum and Leblon Cachaça with Orange, Passion Fruit, and Mango Juices for $16 Spice Trader Classic — Hayman’s Old Tom Gin, Dolin Vermouth Blanc, Lemon Juice, and Strawberries topped with Soda Water for $14 This Pastry At Tiffins Is Why You’ll Want To Run To Animal Kingdom Tusker House Restaurant The Tusker House menu saw some changes on its Drinks menu: Specialty Character Drink is now described as Minute Maid Zero Sugar Lemonade with flavors of Cotton Candy served in a souvenir Character Cup and increased from $4.99 to $6.50 All Natural Lemonade decreased from $5.49 to $4.99 Premium Sparkling Water decreased from$7.50 to $4.50 African Bloody Mary increased from$13 to $14 Ngumu Jungle Juice increased from$14 to $15 African Margarita increased from$13 to $14 Lost on Safari increased from $13 to $15 Lost on Safari! A little sweet but definitely delicious. Blood Orange Margarita increased from$14 to $15 Spicy Poblano Margarita increased from$14 to $15 Watermelon Margarita increased from$14 to $15 Graham Beck Brut Rosé as increased from $12 to $13 per glass Spice Route Chakalaka Shiraz Blend increased from $53 to $55 per bottle and $13 to $14 per glass Here’s Our Most Recent Review of Tusker House Disney’s Hollywood Studios Trolley Car Cafe Two of our favorite snacks have returned to Hollywood Studios. This includes the Carrot Cake Cookie, which contains sweet cream cheese frosting between two carrot cake-inspired cookies. And it’s DELICIOUS. Grab it for $4.49. IT’S BACK! We also saw the return of the Peanut Butter Crunch Cupcake! It’s a chocolate cupcake topped with peanut butter buttercream frosting and covered with a peanut butter candy shell with two chocolate Mickey ears. It’s a favorite, too, so be sure to check it out. It’s $5.99. Read More About The Return of These DFB Faves Kat Saka’s Kettle The Outpost Popcorn Mix is back! It’s a popcorn blend of sweet AND spicy flavors. Granted, some people don’t LOVE these flavors, but we’ll admit we’re suckers for it. Outpost Popcorn Mix Grab it now for $6.49. Read One of Our Recent Reviews of Kat Saka’s EPCOT Tutto Italia Ristorante Under “Secondi” on the Tutto Italia menu, the Bistecca increased from $39 to $40. And under “Pasta,” Ravioli has been added — it’s made with Grilled chicken ravioli, ricotta, mozzarella, green beans, cream, and pesto sauce for $29. Tutto Italia Ristorante Under Desserts, the Torta di Ricotta al Limone has been replaced with Torta di Ricotta, which is a Lemon ricotta cheesecake with macerated berries for $13. Here’s Our Latest Review of Tutto Italia Le Cellier Okay, hang on to your hats because we saw a lot of updates over at Le Cellier in EPCOT’s Canada Pavilion. Starter changes include: REMOVED: Sesame Crusted Ahi Tuna ADDED: Prime Beef Tartare — Sous Vide Egg Yolk, Sherry Mayonnaise, Toasted Brioche, and Maple-Whiskey Mustard for $19 French Onion Soup decreased from$19 to $13 Le Cellier Under Entrees, here’s what’s different now: Sustainable Fish now comes with Succotash, Curry-Butternut Squash Purée, Jalapeño Gel, and the price increased from $42 to $45 REMOVED: Pork Two-Ways Le Cellier Under “Sides,” the Five Cheese Macaroni & Cheese has been replaced by Bacon-Smoked Gouda Macaroni & Cheese for $11. We Ate A Candle At Le Cellier — Find Out ALL About It Here! Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort Paddock Grill There have been some small changes to the menu at Saratoga Springs’ Paddock Grill — the Spicy Chicken Sandwich has been removed. The Spicy Chicken Sandwich is no more… The Saratoga Burger is also no longer available, but the menu has added a Bacon Cheddar Cheeseburger, which is 1/3 lb Signature-blend Burger with Cheddar, Smoked Bacon, Lettuce, and Tomato on a Brioche Bun for $12.49 Here’s Our Most Recent Review of Paddock Grill! The Turf Club Lounge This one is for beverages over at The Turf Club Lounge. Here’s what you’ll pay more for: Spicy Poblano Margarita increased from $14 to $15 Watermelon Margarita increased from $14 to $15 Rum Swizzle increased from $13 to $14 Raspberry Mojito increased from $13 to $14 Bacardi Mojito increased from $13 to $14 Antioxidant Lemonade increased from $13 to $14 Walk the Plank increased from $15 to $16 Turf Club Lounge Smoked Turkey increased from $15 to $16 Negroni increased from $15 to $16 Whiskey Breeze increased from $14 to $15 Moscow Mule increased from $14 to $15 Kentucky Mule increased from $15 to $16 Magical Star Cocktail increased from $15 to $17 Ultimate Long Island Iced Tea increased from $15 to $16 Captain’s Mai Tai increased from $13 to $14 Read About The Best Burger We Had Here! Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Citricos Some of the boozy beverages at Citricos are seeing some changes. The Florida Tiki Cooler is no longer available. There have been some changes with wines, too: REMOVED: Domaines Schlumberger Les Princes Abbes, Alsace 2015 REMOVED: Famille Perrin Chateauneuf-du-Pape Blanc Les Cailloux, Rhone 2015 REMOVED: Stags’Leap Merlot, Napa 2016 ADDED: Martin Ray Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa 2019 – $59 per bottle, $15 per glass REMOVED: Benmarco Expresivo Mendoza Malbec blend Drinks from Citricos ADDED: Markham Merlot, Napa 2018 – $60 per bottle, $14 per glass ADDED: Perlina, Moscato, Vento Italy – $53 per bottle, $12 per glass ADDED: Maso Polo, Pinot Grigio, Trentino Italy 2018 – $60 per bottle, $12 per glass ADDED: Henri Bourgeois Sancerre Les Baronnes, Loire Valley, France 2020 – $57 per bottle, $14 per glass ADDED: Ramey Chardonnay, Russian River, California 2018 – $75 per bottle, $18 per glass Find Out if Citricos is Worth Its Huge Price Tag! Gasparilla Island Grill There’s a new snack at Gasparilla Island Grill — a Mickey Cake Pop, which is a Chocolate Cake Pop dipped in Dark Chocolate with a signature Mickey shape. Gasparilla Island Grill The Cake Pop is $8.29. Read Our Review of Gasparilla Island Grill’s Holiday Treats Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Geyser Point Bar and Grill At Geyser Point, the Fruit Plate now comes with Greek Yogurt, instead of Dannon Yogurt. Geyser Point Bar and Grill Other changes include: Bison Cheeseburger increased from $16 to $20 Roasted Salmon increased from $16 to $17 Bison Cheeseburger Disney Kids’ Meals at Geyser Point Bar and Grill have had a small change — instead of Dannon Danimals Yogurt, the kids’ meals now come with Strawberry-Flavored Yogurt. And under the Allergy-Friendly Kids’ Entrées part of the menu, the choice of Apple Slices or Vegetable Sticks has been replaced by Grapes and a Strawberry-flavored Yogurt Smoothie. All Kids’ meals still come with a water. Read Our Most Recent Review of Geyser Point Bar and Grill Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Pineapple Lanai If you want to get a DOLE Whip at Pineapple Lanai in the Souvenir Tiki Bowl, it’s no longer available. Souvenir Tiki Bowl We’ll let you know if it pops back on the menu again. See How A Limited Time DOLE Whip Has Changed at Disney World Barefoot Pool Bar We’ve got price increases at the Barefoot Pool Bar for Kids’ Meals: Grilled Chicken Strips increased from $7.49 to $7.99 Chicken Breast Nuggets increased from $7.49 to $7.99 Barefoot Pool Bar And for adults, the Luck of the Tahitian cocktail increased from $14 to $15. A NEW Celebrity Margarita is Coming to Disney World! Find Out More Here! Oasis Bar & Grill Oasis Bar & Grill had the same Kids’ Meal price increases as Barefoot Pool Bar: Grilled Chicken Strips increased from $7.49 to $7.99 Chicken Breast Nuggets increased from $7.49 to $7.99 Oasis Bar and Grill The Luck of the Tahitian cocktail has also increased here from $14 to $15 here. We Had Lunch at Oasis Bar & Grill — Read Our Review Here Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto You’ll pay a little more for cocktails at Trader Sam’s: Nautilus increased from $32 to $35 (with souvenir mug increased from $58 to $61) HippopotoMai-Tai increased from $15 to $17 HippopotaMai-Tai Zombie increased from $15 to $17 Spikey Pineapple increased from $14 to $15 If You LOVE Trader Sam’s, You Should Try These Other Spots in Disney World Kona Cafe We’ve got some changes over at Kona Cafe, too! The Kona Chicken Stir-fry Yakisoba Noodles are g0ne from the Lunch Menu. Kona Cafe However, you can still find this item on the Dinner Menu. Which Disney World Restaurant Serves Up The Best Tonga Toast? Find Out Here! Disney’s BoardWalk Inn Belle Vue Lounge A few breakfast beverages are going to cost more at Belle Vue Lounge. Freshly Brewed Joffrey’s Coffee and Twinings of London Hot Tea increased from $3.29 to $3.79. Belle Vue Lounge Also, Hot Cocoa increased from $3.29 to $3.79. Read Our Latest Belle Vue Lounge Review AbracadaBar A few drinks over at AbracadaBar will cost more: The Vanderberry increased from $13.50 to $17 Sazarac increased from $14 to $15 Magic Mirror at AbracadaBar That’s the only change we’re seeing right now. Read Our Review of AbracadaBar Flying Fish There have been some menu updates over at the Flying Fish, which has recently reopened. Under “Appetizers,” here’s what we’re seeing: Lobster Bisque increased from $15 to $16 Prince Edward Island Mussels increased from $16 to $18 Slow-roasted Pork Belly increased from $14 to $16 REMOVED: Jumbo Shrimp REMOVED: Crispy Oysters ADDED: Mesclun Greens Salad — Chèvre, Marcona Almonds, Watermelon Radish and Blueberry Vinaigrette for $15 Tasting of Artisan Cheeses increased from $16 to $21 Oak-grilled Romaine increased from $13 to $15 Pork Belly Here’s what’s different under “Entrees:” Oak-Grilled Salmon replaced with Verlasso Salmon — Bok Choy, Celery Root and Golden Saffron Nage for $48 Char-crusted New York Strip increased from $49 to $56 and is now served with Mille-Feuille Potato Gratin, Cauliflower Colors, and Béarnaise Sauce Roasted Tofu increased from Roasted Tofu The following “Enhancements” are also now available: Sautéed Shrimp for $18 Cold Water Lobster Tail for $27 Seared Scallops for $21 Grilled Octopus for $21 Flying Fish The “Desserts” menu got some updates — here’s what’s changed: Cocoa Breach increased from $13 to $14 REMOVED: Blueberries, Limes, and Sea Shells ADDED: Creamy Goat Cheesecake — Honey Glaze, Cassis Gel, and Pistachio Cake for $13 REMOVED: Panna ‘Carpa’ REMOVED: Florida Sunset ADDED: 50th Celebration Midnight Lemon — Fresh Berries, Crispy Meringue, and Sweet Lemon for $12 Learn More About Flying Fish’s Reopening BoardWalk Bakery The price increases continue over at Disney’s BoardWalk. The Mickey Brownie increased from $4.79 to $5.79. Mickey Brownie That’s the only change here, at least for now. Read Our Review of the Mickey Brownie Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Sanaa Over at Sanaa, the Quinoa Vegetable Tabbouleh Salad on the lunch menu increased from $14 to $17. Sanaa On the dinner menu, the Potjie Inspired increased from $28 to $30. Here’s How Table Service Mobile Order Works At Sanaa Jiko — The Cooking Place Jiko will reopen on February 17th and we saw some updates to the menu. First, the following “Enhancements” will be available to add on to your meal: Mozambique Peri Peri Prawns — Lemon-Garlic Butter and Bird’s Eye Peppers for $23 Bobotie Mac & Cheese — Four Cheeses, Waygu, Almonds, Raisins, Kachumbari and Red Wine Reduction for $20 Zulu Oxtail Samp and Beans — Cracked Hominy, Sea Peas, Fragrant Masala, and Braised Oxtail for $11 Jiko Under “Appetizers,” we saw these changes: Grilled Wild Boar Tenderloin is now called Braaied Wild Boar Tenderloin North African-spiced Scallops is now called Seared Scallops with Nhopi and Groundnuts and is made with Diver Scallops, Blistered Peanuts, Nhopi, Chestnut Cream, Fennel-Apple Slaw, and Cider Reduction Learn More About Jiko’s Reopening Disney’s Yacht Club Resort Ale & Compass Restaurant On the Breakfast menu at Ale & Compass, the Smoked Salmon and Toasted Bagel Sandwich is no longer served with House-Made Chips. The price for the sandwich also increased from $16 to $17. Ale & Compass Restaurant There are some changes to some of the drinks available on the Lunch menu: Maple Old Fashioned increased from $13 to $14 Manhattan increased from $14 to $15 Maple Old Fashioned On the Allergy-Friendly Kids’ Menu, Fruit Cup has been added for $3. Red Potatoes have also been added as a choice to the Allergy-Friendly Kids’ Create-Your-Own menu. Find Out If Ale & Compass Is Worth Your Time The Market at Ale & Compass We’ve got a few updates over at The Market at Ale & Compass: Mickey Premium Bar increased from $5.79 to $5.99 Minute Maid Cran-Apple Raspberry Juice increased from $3.79 to $3.99 The Market at Ale and Compass Minute Maid Grapefruit Juice increased from $3.79 to $3.99 Check Out The Miracle Brownie We Had From Here! Disney’s Beach Club Resort Beach Club Marketplace Allergy-friendly Mickey Waffles for Kids have increased from $6.49 to $7.29 at Beach Club Marketplace. The Chocolate Twist increased from $3.99 to $4.29. Beach Club Marketplace We’ve seen these go up in price elsewhere, too! Check Out The Mickey Guava Pop-Tart We Had Here! Beaches and Cream Yep, there are price increases at Beaches and Cream, too: Angus Beef Burger increased from $17 to $19 Beaches and Cream This increase has also happened for the allergy-friendly version of the burger. There’s ANOTHER Reason To Visit Beaches and Cream Right Now — Here It Is! Martha’s Vineyard Lounge At Martha’s Vineyard, the Magical Star Cocktail increased from $15 to $17. Martha’s Vineyard That’s the only change we saw here, though! Check Out Our Review That Made Us Question If Disney World Has Gone Too Far With Drinks Disney’s Art of Animation Resort Landscape of Flavors Art of Animation’s food court saw — you guessed it — price increases. The Breakfast Menu has seen the Plant-based and Allergy-Friendly Character-shaped Waffles increase from $9.99 to $10.49. Landscapes of Flavor Regular Character-shaped Waffles remain the same at $9.99. A NEW 50th Anniversary Dole Whip Float Has Arrived in Disney World — Read Our Review! Disney’s Old Key West Resort Good’s Food To Go The Latte has increased in price from $3.90 to $4.29. Good’s Food To Go So keep in mind that morning pick-me-up is now a little more expensive. Read Our Review of the Surprising Cupcake We Had Here! Gurgling Suitcase We saw several changes at Gurgling Suitcase, too: Caesar Salad increased from $9 to $10 Bacon Cheeseburger increased from $16 to $20 Veggie Burger increased from $15 to $20 Southernmost Buttermilk Chicken increased from $22 to $24 Gurgling Suitcase Here’s what changed on the wine list: REMOVED: Amore di Amanti Prosecco ADDED: Domaine Ste. Michelle Brut for$45 a bottle or $11 per glass Check Out The VERY Familiar Cocktail We Had Here Olivia’s Cafe We saw similar changes at Olivia’s Cafe: Crab Cake increased from $13 to $14 Caesar Salad increased from $9 to $10 Bacon Cheeseburger increased from $16 to $20 Veggie Burger increased from $15 to $20 Olivia’s Cafe Under Drinks, the following changed: Key West Freeze increased from $13 to $14 REMOVED: Amore di Amanti Prosecco ADDED: Domaine Ste. Michelle Brut for $45 a bottle or $11 per glass Read Our Review of Olivia’s 50th Anniversary Breakfast Dish! Disney’s Port Orleans Resort — Riverside Riverside Mill Food Court There was a price decrease on the breakfast menu here: The plant-based Chipotle Seitan and Vegetable Saute decreased from $9.49 to $8.99. Riverside Mill Food Court That’s the only change we saw here. Check Out Our Review of Riverside Mill Food Court’s Latest Treat Disney Springs Vivoli il Gelato We are going to tell you to run to Vivoli il Gelato now to try the new Carver’s Peanut Butter Explosion, which is a new shake. It’s made with Peanut Butter Gelato, Chocolate Sauce, Whipped Cream and is topped with a Chocolate Peanut Butter Cake. Yes, really. Our mouths are watering! We also saw price increases here, along with a few other new items: Traditional Cannoli increased from $6.50 to $6.75 Cake Batter Cannoli increased from $5 to $7 ADDED: Maple Bacon Cannoli — Maple ricotta sweet cream in a bacon-wrapped cannoli. Supplies limited daily. $7 ADDED: Peanut Butter Cannoli — Peanut butter ricotta cheese sweet cream, topped with peanuts and chocolate chips for $7 ADDED: Pistachio Cannoli — Pistachio ricotta cheese sweet cream topped with chocolate chips for $7 See What We Thought Of Vivoli il Gelato’s Red Velvet Waffle! Enzo’s Hideaway Tunnel Bar and Restaurant The Dinner Menu at Enzo’s has a few changes. Under “Secondi,” the Ravioli Formaggi is now called Ravioli Tre Formaggi and is made with Three Cheese Ravioli, Parmesan Cream Sauce, Smoked Pecorino, Almond Pesto for $24. Under Dolci, the Tiramisu decreased in price from $16 to $12. Enzo’s Hideaway Under “Giggle Water,” you’ll no longer be able to order the Enzo’s Smash. Read Our Most Recent Review of Enzo’s Hideaway Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar The Medjoul Date and Manchego flatbread has been added to the menu. It’s made with Frisée, Crispy Prosciutto, Red Onion, and Balsamic Glaze for $9. Jock Lindsey’s This isn’t a NEW item, but it is returning. Here’s Our Review of Jock Lindsey’s HOLIDAY Bar Earl of Sandwich We’ve got a TON of changes happening at Earl of Sandwich. The Breakfast BLT was removed from the breakfast menu, while the French Dip, Hawaiian BBQ, Thai Chicken Wrap, Turkey and Cheddar Wrap, Berry Chicken Almond Salad, Thai Chicken Salad, Quinoa Chicken Salad have ALL been removed from the lunch and dinner menus. Cuban Sandwich Here are the other changes on the menu: Cheese Pizza increased from $6.99 to $7.49 Pepperoni Pizza increased from $7.99 to $8.49 Spicy Tuna Wrap increased from $8.49 to $8.99 ADDED: Caprese – Fresh Mozzarella, Roma Tomato, Basil and Balsamic for $8.99 ADDED: Cuban — Tender carnitas, ham, Swiss, pickles & Cuban mustard sauce for $8.99 Make It A Combo now includes 1 Regular Fountain Drink & 1 Side with purchase of a Sandwich, Salad, or Wrap. Side choices: Chips, Cookie, Brownie, Side Salad, Cup of Soup or Wedges for $3.49 ADDED: Premium Combo – 1 Large Fountain Drink & 2 Sides with purchase of a Sandwich, Salad, or Wrap. Side choices: Chips, Cookie, Brownie, Side Salad, Cup of Soup or Wedges for $4.99 ADDED: Bacon Mac ‘n’ Cheese (Side) for $6.99 Beefy Mac and Cheese Sandwich On the Kids’ Menu, the Grilled Cheese is now made with Cheddar, Swiss, and Mozzarella. See What We Thought About Earl of Sandwich’s Mac and Cheese Sandwich Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ Homecomin’ is another restaurant seeing some price increases. Here’s what’s going on with the menu: Church Lady Deviled Eggs increased from $12 to $13 Bee Haven Bay Fried Green Tomatoes increased from $14 to $15 Fried Chicken Salad increased from $18 to $19 Harvest Salad increased from $18 to $19 Fried Chicken Sandwich increased from $18 to $19 REMOVED: HFK Barbecue Sandwich Braised Short Ribs increased from $32 to $37 Char-grilled Chicken increased from $27 to $26 Shine Cake increased from $11 to $12 Shine Cake And there have been some beverage updates — here’s what’s changed on the “Shine On Tap” part of the menu: ADDED: Rumshine Punch — Strawberry RumShine, blackberry brandy, banana liqueur, pineapple juice and house-made grenadine for $14 for 16-oz or $22 for 22-oz ADDED: Blue Hooch — Blue Flame moonshine, lemon-infused moonshine, blue curacao, house-made simple syrup, fresh lemon juice and a splash of Sprite for $14 for 16-oz or $22 for 22-oz ADDED: Moonshine Margarita — Tequila, moonshine with a splash of fresh-squeezed orange and lime for $14 for 16-oz or $22 for 22-oz Homecomin Under “Craft Cocktails,” Moonshine Mash increased from $13 to $14. Here’s Our Most Recent Review of Homecomin’ STK Orlando The STK Lunch menu has changed: REMOVED: Dry-Aged Porterhouse REMOVED: Dry-Aged Tomahawk Ribeye Porterhouse The Dinner menu has some updates — everything under the “Sides” part of the menu has been removed. Read Our Most Recent Review of STK The Basket at Wine Bar George At Wine Bar George, the drink menu is seeing some updates: REMOVED: Clarified Rum Punch REMOVED: Lucky #13 REMOVED: Roxbury REMOVED: Bitter Thistle REMOVED: Just a Lil Tiki REMOVED: Day-Walker Bitter Thistle ADDED: El Lado Oscuro — Tapatio Tequila, Yellow Chartreuse, BLY Ancho Chile, Hot Honey, Lemon for $15 ADDED: Banana Bread Daiquiri — Kasama Rum, Alamea Spiced Rum, Giffard Crème de Banana, Vanilla, Orgeat, Cinnamon, Lemon for $15 ADDED: The Chalet — Joseph Drouin Calvados, Barolo Chinato, Campari, Cinnamon, Clove for $15 ADDED: Three Chocolatiers — Leblon Cachaça, Averna Amaro, Cynar, Giffard Crème de Cacao for $15 Want To Read Our Latest Review of The Basket at Wine Bar George? Click Here! Those are all the updates for January, and WHEW — it is a lot! But we’re staying on top of every change at Disney World restaurants, so be sure to check back with us often. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! 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We love our Disney animals! Pluto! Disney’s furry friends have inspired a lot of different merchandise, like the Dooney and Bourke Disney Dog and Cat collections! However, where’s the love for all of the amazing Disney horses? Sure, more people can relate to being a dog or cat owner than a horse owner, but that doesn’t mean these steeds don’t deserve their moment in the sun! Not to worry, though, this new collection is about to hit Disney World, and it’s speaking to the horse girl in us! On Monday, February 7th, you’ll be able to shop “The Disney Steeds” collection from Dooney and Bourke! These bags and MagicBand feature tons of classic Disney horses like Pegasus from Hercules, Maximus from Tangled, Philippe from Beauty and the Beast, and more! Disney Steeds Collection! These bags will be available at Uptown Jewelers in Magic Kingdom! Let’s take a closer look at some of these bags. There’s a tote in the collection for $298. Dooney and Bourke Disney Steeds Tote! This purse is also $298! Dooney and Bourke Disney Steeds bag! This smaller satchel is $228. Dooney and Bourke Disney Steeds Satchel There’s also a MagicBand in this collection for $48! Dooney and Bourke Disney Steeds Magic Band! This collection featuring our equestrian friends is perfect for Disney fans and horse lovers alike! Dooney and Bourke Disney Steeds Collection! Make sure you head on over to Uptown Jewelers on Monday, February 7th to pick up this collection! 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 NEW items Disney dropped online this week! 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 the Dooney and Bourke Disney Steeds Collection? Let us know in the comments! The post Can You Name ALL of the Obscure Characters on the Latest Disney World Bag Collection? first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The Magic Kingdom in Disney World is celebrating its 50th Anniversary — and what better way to celebrate than with special food, drinks, and entertainment?! Of course, you can’t go to a party without a fancy outfit to celebrate the occasion, so Disney made sure to release TONS of 50th Anniversary-inspired merchandise. Disney even made retro Magic Kingdom CROCS! 50 never looked so good! During our most recent trip to the Magic Kingdom, we found some 50th Anniversary merchandise that’s been hard to buy online! If you’re planning a trip to Disney World soon, keep this new item on your radar! Before we dive in, let us give you a little context. As part of the 50th Anniversary celebration, Disney created 50 special gold character statues that are displayed throughout all four Disney parks. Eventually, guests will be able to interact with these statues using new technology! But for now, they’re just pretty to look at (and photograph)! Dumbo is ADORABLE! Of course, these new statues came with new MERCHANDISE! We’ve been seeing mini replicas of some of the character statues sold around Disney World (and online), like this $99 Tinker Bell statue sold in Bonjour! Village Gifts in the Magic Kingdom. A teeny tiny Tink! You can also buy a pack of mini 50th Anniversary character statues in ornament form! There are four different sets of ornaments, and each set includes characters from a different park. These cuties are $49.99. Still pretty expensive, but better than $99! These guys are EVERYWHERE! So what if you’re interested in these gold characters statues, but you can’t bring yourself to spend $50-$100 on Disney merchandise? Luckily, Disney ALSO released a collection of mini 50th Anniversary character statues, and these collectible figures are only $9.99! There are plenty to collect! We originally found these $10 character statues online, but they sold out VERY quickly! Now we’re happy to report that The Emporium on Main Street, U.S.A. is also selling these blind boxes! Which one do you want the most? Each figure is just 2.5″ tall, making these the teeniest (and cheapest) versions of the original character statues we’ve seen so far! Currently, there are 10 different statues to collect — which is your favorite? $10 is way better than $99! We’ll continue to keep our eyes out for more 50th Anniversary merchandise both in the parks and online, so stay tuned for all the latest news and updates! You Can Now Get Replicas of Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Statues Online! 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 collecting any of Disney’s 50th Anniversary merchandise? Let us know in the comments! The post You Can Now Collect the 50th Anniversary Character Statues in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Like beauty, maybe magic is in the eye of the beholder. Black Tap at Downtown Disney But when Disneyland promises that something is “magic” or “magical,” we generally have pretty high expectations. Take MagicBands, for example (which are coming to Disneyland soon) — they are magical because they can act as your room key, credit card, and park ticket! Or the Magic Key Program, which recently replaced Disneyland’s Annual Passholder Program. The Magic Key Program does come with its share of magic — we’ve had our own exclusive dining spot at Disney California Adventure, and right now, Magic Key Passholders are being celebrated ALL MONTH LONG with special perks, experiences, giveaways, food, and more! ©Disney Well, you know us, so we’re going to talk mostly about the unique snacks that Magic Key Holders get in February, including a brand new shake called the Magic Shake at Black Tap at Downtown Disney. Here’s the shake description: “Sip down an Instagram-worthy dessert—a whimsical blueberry pie classic shake topped with whipped cream, a cherry, and vibrant sprinkles.” So here’s what we got when we ordered it: That’s it? So we’re not sure about it being so “Instagram-worthy,” but it does have blue sprinkles and graham crackers on top, so maybe that’s the magic? But let’s face it — what’s really important is how it tastes. And well, it was…okay. So sprinkles are magic! It’s just a blueberry shake — not anything to get super excited about. We will say that it is fun and you might want to get it just to try it, but we probably wouldn’t order it again. Our favorite part was the crushed graham crackers on top because we didn’t expect them and they made a nice crunch. Graham crackers on top are the best part The blueberry tasted artificial, though, so that could be a deal-breaker if you’re wanting something that tastes more natural. It’s also pretty sweet, so keep that in mind when ordering. When it all comes down to it, we wouldn’t have necessarily called this a “Magic” Shake, but it IS an okay “Blueberry Shake.” If you want to try it out, though, don’t forget this shake is only available to Magic Key Holders. But don’t worry because we have even more Magic Key snacks to try out this month, so we’ll be back soon with more reviews. Here Are 5 More Magic Key Holder Exclusive Offerings Announced for Disneyland Resort Want to Learn More About Disneyland? Check Out the Links Below! Check Out Important Details about the 2022 Disney California Adventure Food and Wine Festival Learn About Disney Genie and How to Use it in Disneyland See the Latest Updates About Disneyland’s Face Mask Policy Check Out What You Need to Know About the Theme Park Reservation System for Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Check Out Our Disneyland Restaurants Guide Learn All About Disneyland Park See What Marvelous Stuff You’ll Find at Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure See More About Pixar Pier in Disney California Adventure Learn About the Disneyland Mobile App Get All the Details About Mobile Order in Disneyland Learn More About Disneyland’s Magic Key Program What’s Going to Be Different About Your Next Disneyland Trip? Click HERE to Check Out Lots of Other DFB Posts About Disneyland Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe What do you think? Would you want to try a blueberry shake at Disneyland? Have you tried it already? Let us know about it in the comments! The post REVIEW: There's a New EXCLUSIVE Milkshake in Disneyland...But Is It Worth Trying? first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The churro is a sweet, crunchy, warm treat we all know and love! Disney has done a lot to this classic treat: whether you enjoy lemon bars, festive gingerbread, or a churro “hot dog”, there are plenty of ways to enjoy churros at the parks. The Lemon Bar Churro! Today, we’re taking a look at yet another creative take on this classic fried treat! At select Disneyland churro stands, you can find a new Blueberry Chocolate Dipping Sauce for $1.00! This dip features a Chocolate Sauce with Blueberries and Chocolate Cookie Crumbles on top that makes for a smooth but thick sauce to go with your fresh churro. Yum! The dip was nice and cold when we got it and chocolate was definitely the star of the show! Although you do get that blueberry flavor, the sauce and the cookies really bring out the chocolate-y goodness in this one. Out of all the churro dips we’ve tried lately, this was one of our favorites. Such an unusual dip! Full disclosure: this snack is pretty sweet, but we really didn’t mind! We’ve had plenty of Disney dishes that were simply too sweet, but this dip didn’t push us over our sweetness limit. We weren’t sure what to expect going into this treat, but we were pleasantly surprised by this sweet dip! We’d happily get this one again, it was pretty good. We’re always looking for the latest and greatest Disney treats, so stay tuned here for more reviews and news! REVIEW: Disney Has a NEW & Unexpected Dole Whip Creation 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 Are you going to try this new churro dip? Let us know in the comments! The post REVIEW: We Didn't Expect to Dip Our Disney Churros in THIS Flavor Combo! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

ANY year is a good year to visit the Happiest Place on Earth, but 2022 looks like it’s going to be an epic time in Disneyland Resort! Sleeping Beauty Castle The California resort and its parks are iconic and can be amazing any time of any year, but there are certain dates you’re gonna want to know about in advance if you’ve got a Disneyland trip in mind. In both Disneyland Resort and Disney World, bonus events and holiday occasions provide an extra incentive to visit by providing added thrills and excitement! On the other hand, for certain travelers, they’d rather avoid the added expense and potential crowds. Ready to Step Inside? No matter which side you fall on, here are some important dates you’ll need to know if you’re visiting Disneyland in 2022. January Though the month has passed us by, we couldn’t make this post without including a mention of the Lunar New Year Festival at Disney California Adventure, which is taking place from January 21st through February 13th, 2022. Tiger Milk Tea During the festival, guests can stop by the park to enjoy all kinds of delicious eats, check out the amazing entertainment, meet unique characters, pick up some merchandise, and more! Click here to learn more about Lunar New Year! February Sweethearts’ Nite There’s extra love in the air at the Happiest Place on Earth in February as Sweethearts’ Nite makes its return to Disneyland! Sweethearts Nite Disneyland After Dark: Sweethearts’ Nite is a separately ticketed event that takes place after the park typically closes. During the event, guests can enjoy fireworks, dancing & music, Disney character couples making the rounds, photo-ops, and Valentine’s-inspired snacks and drinks! Sweethearts’ Nite this year takes place February 1st, 3rd, 8th, 10th, and of course, 14th. The event is currently sold out. Click here to learn more about the Disneyland After Dark events! Villains Day For something slightly LESS romantic, Disney Villains get their own celebration on February 6th! Disney Villains Sticker The unofficial event, called Villains Day: Stalk Around the Park, is like a villainous Dapper Day, where guests are encouraged to dress in their best villain-inspired outfits (within Disney’s costume rules, of course). Again note that this is an unofficial event and is not coordinated through Disney. February 9th-14th This weekend in mid-February is a double whammy because it’s both the Super Bowl AND Valentine’s Day, the latter of which tends to bring bonus crowds into the parks for sweet treats and romantic vibes! Valentine’s Balloons For the Super Bowl, this is also a day that can get extra crowded, and the day after, the winning team sometimes has parades in Disneyland (or Disney World), which can command quite a crowd! This year, ESPN Productions will actually be airing from Disney California Adventure from February 9th through February 13th. ©Disney And there will be some special events going on during that time in Downtown Disney as well, so expect some heavier crowds during that time! Click here to see more details about the super bowl festivities in Disneyland March Mardi Gras Honestly, it’s basically Mardi Gras year-round at New Orleans Square, but it’s ESPECIALLY true on ACTUAL Mardi Gras, which falls on March 1st this year. New Orleans Square While we expect Disneyland could roll out other Mardi Gras-inspired fanfare and snacks for a few days around that time, the busiest day of the bunch will likely be March 1st in New Orleans Square, where you’ll typically find decorations, characters, music, and more. Out in Downtown Disney, Ralph Brennan’s Jazz Kitchen typically becomes THE hot spot for Hurricane Cocktails, Beignets, and Bread Pudding! Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival Although one Food & Wine Festival came to a close in Disney World a few months ago, another one is right around the corner in Disneyland! That’s right, Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival is back starting on March 4th! Disney California Adventure Food & Wine 2020 One of the most celebrated events of the year, the annual event runs through April 26th, with special food and drink booths throughout the park, along with (typically) bonus classes, celebrity chef appearances, special merchandise, entertainment, and more. Click here to see more about Disney California Adventure’s Food & Wine Festival! Disneyland After Dark: Villains Night Another nighttime event is set to take place in March after the park closes for the day, and this time it’s ALL about Disney Villains! On both March 8th and March 10th, Disneyland After Dark: Villains Night will take over the park at night and it’s sure to be a deliciously devious good time! EVIL SOCKS! This is a special ticketed event held at Disney California Adventure and it features DJ dance parties, a special show called The Cauldron, Disney Villains (naturally), villainous photo-ops, specialty food and drinks, and more! General admission tickets for this event are sold out. April Dapper Day One of the most beloved unofficial Disneyland celebrations is back again in 2022! The first Dapper Day of 2022 takes place April 24th, when guests are encouraged to come clad in their best Disney-inspired ‘fits! The Dapper Day Expo will take place on April 23rd and 24th at the Disneyland Hotel. Imagine this, but in Disneyland! Even if you don’t get dolled up yourself, it’s a fun time wandering around the park and seeing the different colorful & themed attire! Be warned that crowds tend to swell on Dapper Days, though. Click here to see the Dapper Day event dates announced for 2022! May Disneyland After Dark: Star Wars Nite There’s yet ANOTHER “after dark” event taking place in Disneyland and during this event, it’s time for Star Wars fans to shine! Galaxy’s Edge After being delayed in 2020, this separate ticketed nighttime event is being held in 2022 on May 4th, as well as May 3rd and May 27th. It’s set to include a Star Wars-themed fireworks show, dance parties, Star Wars characters, out-of-this-world merchandise, photo-ops, and special snacks and beverages, too! General admission tickets for the event are sold out. Grad Nites It’ll soon be graduation season! And Disneyland knows how to celebrate in style! Throughout May and June, the park hosts Grad Nites, which means high school seniors tend to flock to the parks by day, followed by after-dark parties in Disney California Adventure. Grad Nite Shirt This year’s roster for Grad Nites includes May 13th, May 14th, May 18th, May 20th, May 21st, May 25th, May 26th, and May 31st, as well as June 1st, June 3rd, June 4th, June 7th, June 8th, June 10th, June 11th, and June 17th. Click here to read more about the return of Grad Nites to Disneyland! July July 4th Happy Fourth of July! Just like in Disney World, Disneyland also tends to go big for the Americana holiday, so it’s safe to expect extra crowds and extra red, white, and blue snacks and decor! Disney loves the Fourth of July! Disneyland is also well known for its Fourth of July nighttime shows, which can draw QUITE the crowd! Disneyland’s Birthday While not as momentous an occasion as, say, a 50th Anniversary Celebration, Disneyland’s birthday is a pretty big deal! Sleeping Beauty Castle This year, the park turns 67 on July 17th. In the past, birthday celebrations have brought in special decorations, merchandise, and maybe even a bonus cavalcade! Unsurprisingly, this can be a HUGELY popular occasion for Disney fans, so arrive early if you want to beat the brunt of the crowds. September-October Oogie Boogie Bash Halloween season is generally a HUGE deal in Disneyland, featuring months’ worth of entertainment, special holiday treats, and festive souvenirs! It’s also the season for the Oogie Boogie Bash, which we LOVED last year! Carthay Circle is lit up for the night! The after-dark event, a separately ticketed event which takes place after park closure, will once again be held on select nights in September and October in Disney California Adventure. The family-friendly affair features a treat trail, costumes, entertainment, Disney Villains photo-ops, and much more! Click here to read all about Oogie Boogie Bash! November Dapper Day Dapper Day is typically held twice a year in Disneyland, and the fall edition will take place on November 6th. The Dapper Day Expo will also take place from November 5th through the 6th at the Disneyland Hotel. Dapper Dans-inspired looks in Disney World So break out another Disney-inspired outfit and get ready to rock it in the park! Mickey and Minnie’s Birthday There’s ANOTHER big birthday worth celebrating in Disneyland, and this time it’s all about Mickey and Minnie! Dream Team Yes, the iconic duo share a birthday, November 18th, and while this is more of an unofficial celebration, the Disney parks have sometimes doled out surprises like free birthday buttons, special birthday cavalcades, and maybe even some cute birthday ‘fits for the pair! Disney Merriest Nites Basically, as soon as Halloween is over, it’s immediately on to the full-blown holiday season in Disneyland, and the park is NOT fooling around when it comes to epic, over-the-top entertainment, merchandise, food, and events! Miguel Photo Op In 2021, Disneyland offered a new after hours event — Disney Merriest Nites. This event was held on select evenings in November and December. If the event returns in 2022 and is anything last year’s merriment, we can expect dance parties, live music, holiday decorations galore, and all sorts of festive treats and eats! Sleeping Beauty Castle The Festival of Holidays at Disney California Adventure Park is another offering that typically begins in November. So Fun! During this festival, guests can chow down on all kinds of festive eats, enjoy special entertainment, see Santa, and more! The Festival of Holidays is set to return in the fall of 2022. Click here to learn more about Festival of Holidays! As you can see, there’s a LOT to look forward to this coming year in Disneyland! As always, we’ll keep you posted on the latest news about events, dates, and other special things that pop up in the Happiest Place on Earth! There Are Three NEW Ways To Save On Your Next Disneyland Trip! Want to Learn More About Disneyland? Check Out the Links Below! Check Out Important Details about the 2022 Disney California Adventure Food and Wine Festival Learn About Disney Genie and How to Use it in Disneyland See the Latest Updates About Disneyland’s Face Mask Policy Check Out What You Need to Know About the Theme Park Reservation System for Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Check Out Our Disneyland Restaurants Guide Learn All About Disneyland Park See What Marvelous Stuff You’ll Find at Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure See More About Pixar Pier in Disney California Adventure Learn About the Disneyland Mobile App Get All the Details About Mobile Order in Disneyland Learn More About Disneyland’s Magic Key Program What’s Going to Be Different About Your Next Disneyland Trip? Click HERE to Check Out Lots of Other DFB Posts About Disneyland Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe Which special event or holiday are you MOST excited about in Disneyland this year? Let us know in the comments! The post Important Dates You NEED to Know If You’re Visiting Disneyland Resort in 2022 first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Let’s talk SCARY! In Disney World, the scariest thing you’ll encounter is probably the COST of a simple t-shirt, or maybe a ride on the spooky Haunted Mansion sends a chill up your spine. Either way, most people can agree that Disney World’s version of scary…isn’t so scary. It’s probably best if the parks aren’t scaring people away, but maybe you’d feel a little more comfortable watching spooky content from home! Feeling spooky? Disney’s popular streaming service Disney+ is always cooking up something new, and now we’ve got a scary-good new show in the works! There are a TON of new movies and shows coming to Disney+! We’re looking forward to watching The Wonderful Winter of Mickey Mouse this month, and The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder will begin streaming on February 23rd! ©Disney Not only that, but Disney is working on several reboot projects in progress right now! First, we’re excited to welcome Tim Allen back in a sequel to The Santa Clause, and a live-action Pinocchio movie is coming soon, too! The Santa Clause ©Disney But now we’ve got even more content to look forward to on Disney+! Disney just announced a NEW show is coming to Disney+. Get ready for the newest bone-chilling adaptation of Goosebumps! Disney hasn’t revealed a premiere date yet (or any other information), but Variety shared some details about the plot, stating, “The series follows a group of five high schoolers who unleash supernatural forces upon their town and must all work together – thanks to and in spite of their friendships, rivalries, and pasts with each other – in order to save it, learning much about their own parents’ teenage secrets in the process.” ©Disney We can’t wait for this new series to come to Disney+! Whether you’re an O.G. Goosebumps fan or you’re interested in learning more about the spooky world of Goosebumps, this show sounds like it’s going to be a SCREAMING good time. In the meantime, stay tuned for all the latest Disney news and streaming updates! NEWS: Pixar’s ‘Turning Red’ Movie Will Premiere Exclusively on Disney+ 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 Goosebumps fan? Let us know in the comments! The post The NEW Show Coming to Disney+ Might Give you GOOSEBUMPS! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Hey, friends! We’re back with another DFB Video covering all the latest Disney news! Guardians of the Galaxy Is Fantasmic construction nearing completion? There’s a cheese shortage in Disney World? Robot security guards? Chef Art Smith is moving to the Orlando Airport? All of these questions and more will be answered in our latest DFB Video! By the way, have you subscribed yet? If you hit the button below, you can subscribe to the channel and never miss a single episode! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/subscribe.png So check out the video and then let us know: Which Disney news are you the most excited about? The post Latest Disney News: Construction, Robot Guards, Cruise Delays, & Cheese Shortages first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It can be hard to express in words just how much we love Disney World. Sometimes, we need a good meme! Cinderella Castle Sure, we can go on and on about our fave snacks and rides and hotels, but at the end of the day, sometimes a good meme is worth a thousand words! When it comes to Disney World memes, of which there are delightfully MANY, not all of them are made equal. Cringe Face It can be a challenge to find the right quote or saying coupled with just the right image to convey that perfect emotion, without being too on the nose. Disney World’s Newest Starbucks Mug Celebrates a Holiday You Might Not Know! Some hit on such a deep emotional level that they’re clearly made for the PROS. Like these 10 memes we can’t stop staring at! Baby Yoda loves Starbucks as much as we do We come to Disney World expecting lines, but even for coffee?! Baby Yoda is all of us. ‘This is the Way’ to the Only Baby Yoda Spirit Jersey You Will Ever Need If there’s one thing the pros know, it’s what the GOOD snacks are! And by “good snacks,” we do NOT mean Turkey Legs! @DisneyFoodBlog on Twitter Poor Turkey Legs, sometimes we feel bad for the grief we give them, but they’ll never dethrone our beloved Dole Whip! This Is Why Disney Snacks Shouldn’t Be Allowed to Use the Internet… Disney World is clearly in on the joke, based on the fact that they were literally selling Disney memes at EPCOT! This Cinderella Meme Pin Set just hits different, ya know? Cinderella and Lady Tremaine Meme Pin Set It just goes to show that even the most Princess-y of us, still has a side that just wants to snuggle in bed with a cat and not do any housework… . 10 Disney Videos to Get You Over that Mid-Week Slump One of the most adorable things about Disney World rides is how hilariously outdated some of the accessories and designs are, and not to point fingers, but we’re looking at YOU, Figment! Figment, it might be time for an upgrade His fashion? Impeccable. His commitment to using landlines in the year 2022? Does Figment even know what Instagram is?! Infamous Disney World Ride Malfunctions One harsh reality die-hard Disney fans know all too well is the impossibility of certain restaurant reservations. It just hits on such an emotional level, ya know? It’s in God’s hands now This one goes out to all the sweet, naive souls thinking they can finagle a last-minute res at Be Our Guest. We’ve all been there. 10 Funny Instagram Captions For Your Favorite Thing: Disney Food! Oh how quickly times change in Disney World! This is a place of pure nostalgia after all, and not just for rides and snacks, but for…buses? Yes. The good old days The recent replacement of Disney’s Magical Express has us pining for the good ol’ days — and feeling kinda old tbh. Now There’s ANOTHER Replacement Service for Magical Express! For any Disney super-fan, the pre-show entertainment is half the fun of any classic Disney World ride! In fact, some of them are SO iconic that our friends might take things a little too far! Keep. It. Together. Listen, we love our friends and family. But let’s leave the pre-show to the ACTUAL pre-show, shall we? Disney World’s New Baby Yoda Hat Now Lives Rent-Free in Our Head Ask any Disney World pro and they’ll recite a LIST of favorite snacks! It’s impossible to choose just one or rank them. Except for the fact that there clearly is a number one: Clear winner Now, please don’t ask us to rank the Dole Whip flavors, no meme exists to describe that conundrum! ALL of the Seven Dwarfs are Getting their Own Treats in Disney World! It really does pay to come prepared. Especially for a Disney World trip! And by “prepared,” we mean bring enough Minnie Ears for every possible occasion. @DisneyFoodBlog on Instagram Now we can have a pair for every outfit and even some to coordinate with our favorite snacks! POPCORN SCENTED Minnie Ears Arrive In Disney World Last but not least, only the PROS really know the feeling of risking bankruptcy for a Disney World vacay! Worth it tbh. Worth it So the next time you need a little all-too-relatable chuckle, scroll through these Disney World memes and know that you’re not alone! Secret Weapons That Disney World Pros Swear By! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! 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Disney World will soon be opening a new Table Service restaurant in Toy Story Land at Hollywood Studios called Roundup Rodeo BBQ. Not a ton of details are known about the project other than it will be Toy Story-themed and serve BBQ. We just recently learned that the spot DOES plan on opening this year, though! ©Disney While a new restaurant is exciting, we have been wondering if a BBQ joint is the best choice for Disney to be making. Especially because there are a lot of other Disney movies and characters that deserve some love! In particular, we’ve seen Disney’s newest movie Encanto become very popular, so would the people rather see the Madrigals get a food spot of their own? Well, we asked our readers to find out, so let’s look at what they said! We asked our readers on Facebook which themed restaurant they would prefer, and we got some pretty interesting responses! What do you think? Remember, we weren’t asking if you think an Encanto restaurant should go in the actual PLACE of Roundup Rodeo BBQ in Toy Story Land, because that wouldn’t make any sense theming-wise, obviously. We were asking if you would rather Disney spend the time, money, and energy on an Encanto-themed restaurant offering somewhere else in the parks, instead of adding another BBQ place! Roundup Rodeo Construction Walls with Concept Art When we asked our readers their preference, the overwhelming response was “¿porque no los dos?” or “why not both?” Which is an excellent point! Both restaurants would be awesome. The best of both worlds, as Hannah Montana would say! Slinky Dog Dash in Toy Story Land A lot of people actually suggested that they want to see Roundup Rodeo BBQ in Toy Story Land, but they also think it would be cool to see an Encanto restaurant in EPCOT! And, not just a restaurant, but an entire new Colombian pavilion in World Showcase! Which would be SO COOL. A whole new country?! We know that EPCOT has the space for it, so yes, please! ©Disney || See where the space is? Plus, it would be great to have some South American representation in World Showcase, since there are no countries from the continent there. One reader said, “There needs to be a South American pavilion at EPCOT!!!! So much good food, so much beautiful culture and heritage. Plus with Encanto! It would be phenomenal!” We also read suggestions for a ride and character meet and greets, so the idea has some potential! ©Disney Another reader said, “as long as the food is good, I’ll take either one!” We definitely agree! And, one reader had a similar sentiment, saying “they need more table service in Hollywood Studios period. Don’t really care about the theme!” Encanto photo op One person said they were “excited” for Roundup Rodeo BBQ, but “would rather Encanto. It’d have much better food choices,” which we think is a good point. The reason we even asked the question, to begin with, is because there is a decent amount of BBQ in Disney World already, especially with Regal Eagle Smokehouse only opening about 2 years ago. Regal Eagle A few similar comments from readers included “so many BBQ options on property, all for Encanto,” “Encanto 1000% we don’t need more BBQ,” and “Encanto! Enough of the BBQ.” So, while we do love us some lip-smackin’ BBQ, it’s safe to say we’re not alone in our feeling that there seems to be a lot of BBQ joints in Disney! ©Disney || Encanto Plus, BBQ is an interesting choice by Disney already, because Florida is in the South (or, connected to the South, depending on how you feel on the subject!). And, the southern states are known for having famously delicious BBQ from all over the region. Carolina pulled pork, Texas brisket, Kansas City burnt ends…each area has its own style and they are all very proud and protective of their BBQ. So much so, that many southerners may not even consider eating at a BBQ joint at Disney, because it’s not authentic enough for them. For example, one reader said, “I live in NC, I can get good BBQ any time.” Exactly — so why would you eat it at Disney? The food is decent, but we’re not sure all southerners would agree that it’s BBQ! We think the feelings toward the matter could be summed up by what this reader said — “Hollywood Studios needs another good restaurant and Toy Story Land is a good place for it. But, I’m just not excited about BBQ. Meh.” We feel ya, we feel ya. Flame Tree BBQ in Animal Kingdom When we polled on Instagram, the winner was an Encanto restaurant! Are you surprised? One reader said “If the Encanto restaurant is anything like the Festival of the Arts booth…Encanto 100%.” And we definitely see where they’re coming from! This booth has some AMAZING options! Vibrante & Vívido: Encanto Cocina is a booth open at the EPCOT festival right now and it had some of our FAVORITE dishes! Just give us about twelve of those empanadas and let us savor the delicate flaky crust, the hearty filling, and hum “We Don’t Talk About Bruno” enjoying our bliss! Click here to see our review of Encanto Cocina! Some other thoughts from readers included, “Encanto themed restaurant please! Arepas and empanadas for the win!” and “Encanto! The food in the movie looks so good, we have seriously tried to figure out what they are eating at certain meals.” So, the demand for the food is definitely there! Chorizo and Potato Empanada But, there are some people that are totally here for Roundup Rodeo BBQ! One reader said this was because Toy Story Land “needs indoor seating and AC.” AGREED! Toy Story Land can be HOT as there’s hardly any shade and not really any air conditioning unless you’re inside Toy Story Mania. So, the restaurant would be a good addition to the land solely because it would be a place to cool down. ©Disney More people who were in favor of Roundup Rodeo BBQ expressed opinions like “all things Toy Story Land, for sure,” “love me some BBQ,” and “looking forward to a sit down restaurant in Toy Story Land.” Another reader said, “should hopefully be very well themed, and decent BBQ if they do things like they do over at Regal Eagle. We will be excited to try it once it is open!” So, we guess there are definitely still some BBQ fans out there! ©Disney Another reason people voted for Roundup Rodeo is because they think it might lessen the demand for Woody’s Lunch Box, the Quick Service option currently in Toy Story Land. One reader said, “I am looking forward to Woody’s Roundup so that maybe it makes Woody’s Lunch Box less busy. Then I can have a place to sit and eat my tots & (Lunch Box) tart!” Woody’s Lunch Box And, some people said they are excited for Roundup Rodeo, but also expressed the desire for a character meal. A reader wrote “love love love Toy Story!!!!!!! Can’t wait for it to open — a character meal would be even better!” Construction Wall for Rodeo Roundup Barbecue Then there were some fun responses that we just had to include! Some people didn’t want to talk about these two options at all. Instead, there were several who said they want to see a The Princess and the Frog restaurant in Disney World. We would LOVE this as well but remember that Disney did (or does?) have this in the works for Reflections: A Disney Lakeside Lodge, the Disney Vacation Club resort that was announced in 2018 and began construction. But…we haven’t really heard any updates on if the hotel is still happening or not since the pandemic began. So, it’s up in the air! Princess and the Frog Restaurant ©Disney Another reader commented, “I would like The Snuggly Duckling please.” Yeah, same! Because Rapunzel deserved waaaay more than just a bathroom area, Disney! Give the people (us) what they want! Cold drinks, musical ruffians, Vladimir with his ceramic unicorns, and all of us singing about our dreams! Tangled Bathrooms in Magic Kingdom And finally, one reader said, “I just want the dining plans to come back.” We understand! It’s hard to talk about restaurants when we don’t even know when the Disney Dining Plan will return. But, Disney has said it WILL return, so that’s good news at least. When will the dining plan return?! So, there you have it! That’s what our readers think when it comes to Roundup Rodeo BBQ and the idea of a possible Encanto-themed restaurant in Disney World. We’ll be on the lookout for any updates on Roundup’s upcoming opening, as well as other Disney news, so stay tuned to DFB for more. Click here to read everything we know about Roundup Rodeo BBQ! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! 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When we think of Magic Kingdom, we can practically smell the Disney popcorn in the air. Maybe a little hint of that water from Pirates of the Caribbean too. Cinderella Castle So when there’s news from Magic Kingdom, we’re here for it. Want to see all the new items we found at this park lately? You’ve come to the right place! Magic Kingdom Food Updates Cheshire Cafe Cheshire Cafe is once again serving the Pepper Jack Pretzel! This pretzel can generally be found around Disney World at different places, and for now you can find it at the Cafe for $7.19. Pepper Jack Pretzel is back at Cheshire Cafe! Cheshire Cafe was closed for part of January, but it seems to have reopened for now, so head over there for a yummy Pepper Jack Pretzel or a classic Cheshire Cat Tail! Check out the ULTIMATE Disney World pretzel crawl here! Magic Kingdom Merchandise Updates Emporium It’s time for some shopping! At the Emporium, there’s a new Encanto Design Your Own Bag Activity Set, which comes with paints and other art pieces for decorating. Encanto Design Your Own Bag Kit We also noticed that the Princess Baby Plush Dolls have a new look — their faces look a bit different (at least to us!). Princess Ariel Baby We noticed some Spinarounds Toys had been restocked. You can grab these for $24.99 each. We saw Toy Story Aliens, Stitch, and Pascal! Spinner The very popular Castle Spirit Jersey was restocked and can be yours for $84.99, so if you missed it the first time around, you can get one now! Castle Spirit Jerseys are back Let’s check out Uptown Jewelers! Uptown Jewelers Over in Uptown Jewelers, we noticed the Tiana Dress has arrived. It’s priced at $128 and is based on Tiana from The Princess and the Frog. New Tiana Dress Can’t make it to Magic Kingdom? You can buy it online! Click here to see more! Tomorrowland Light and Power Co. Tomorrowland Light and Power Co. had two new Mandalorian Apple Watch Bands for $34.99 each. One says “outlaw,” and the other features the Mandalorian’s helmet. New Mandalorian Watch Bands We also spotted a new Boba Fett Magnet for $14.99. Boba Fett Magnet There were some new 2022 iPhone Cases for $34.99 each, like this one for the iPhone 13 Pro… 2022 Phone Case …and this one for the iPhone X 11! Both have a 3-D effect too. 2022 Phone Case And from the MADE Machines, you can get a bunch of new 2022 magnets and phone cases! We spotted this 2022 Magnet… 2022 Magnet …and this Goofy and Mickey Magnet… 2022 Magnet We also saw a 3D 2022 Phone Case, as well as a few others! 2022 Phone Case Let’s check out some gold statues! Bonjour Gifts At Bonjour Gifts, we spotted the 50th Anniversary Replica Gold Statues for $99 each. If you’ve been hunting for these, we found them available here recently! There’s one of Woody from Toy Story… Woody …Tinker Bell… Tinker Bell …Simba… Simba …and Figment! Figment You can also get a few of these statues online! Click here to shop for the 50th Anniversary Replica Gold Stautes! There was also a new Glow-in-the-Dark Hitchhiking Ghost Statue for $75. This is an older item, but we wanted to make a note that it is available here in case you’ve been searching for it. Hitchhiking Ghosts Statue Just a few more new items to see! Frontier Trading Frontier Trading had a new 2022 Apple Watch Band for $34.99. It features Mickey and friends! 2022 Watch Band And last but not least… . Ye Olde Christmas Tree Shoppe The Ye Olde Christmas Tree Shoppe had the Holiday Lodge Train Set! It’s $149. Why not celebrate the holidays all year long? Holiday Lodge Train Set And that’s all the news from Magic Kingdom! If you’re headed there soon, lots of items have been restocked so don’t skip out on your favorite store — you never know what you might find. And keep reading DFB for more Disney World news! Find out why NO ONE was in Frontierland one morning recently! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! 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Disney Springs has become a mecca of snacks, treats, and unique dining experiences. We “donut” know what we’d do without this place! Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew (which is in Disney Springs) has a menu full of over-the-top treats. In addition to their regular menu options, we’ve also seen limited-time offerings pop up for almost every occasion. And now they’re bringing back one that is very tempting! Recently, we saw on their Instagram that they’re bringing back their Mint Chocolate Chip Donut, which is inspired by the classic Thin Mint Girl Scout cookies. This donut won our hearts last year. It’s everything you could want from a marriage between a donut and those addictive Girl Scout cookies: Classic Chocolate Iced Donut and topped with chocolate chips, mint icing, and Thin-Mint cookies. When we had it in 2021, we felt like the mint flavor went a long way but wasn’t too overpowering. Girl Scout Thin Mint Cookie Donut We still dream about that mint chocolatey combination. And if Thin Mints are your favorite cookie, you’ll definitely want to head over to Everglazed before the end of February to grab this limited-time special donut! Donut=good. Cookie=good. Combo=DREAMY! We’ll definitely be back to check out what’s new at Everglazed in the future. Stay tuned to DFB so we can give you all of the updates on the latest & greatest new and returning Disney treats you need to know about! Click Here to See a Full List of the February Sprinkles Cupcake Flavors Coming to Disney World and Disneyland Resort! 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 grabbing this limited-time donut? Let us know in the comments. The post Why Buy Just the Cookie When You Can Get a Thin Mint DONUT in Disney World?! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World has REALLY surprised us these past few weeks. Disney Springs The weather spent a lot of time being wet AND cold (colder than we’ve been in Florida in a while!). We’ve also seen an unusual amount of crowds for this time of year! It’s been an interesting 2022 so far. And we can’t forget about all of the Christmas merchandise we’ve seen lately (in late January!). So now take a walk with us at Disney Springs to see what’s new there and see what unique items we’ve found in this shopping & entertainment spot! Disney Springs Merchandise Updates Uniqlo If you haven’t checked out the Joshua Vides Monochrome Mickey Mouse Collection at Uniqlo yet, you should! There’s a fun sweatshirt for $39.90… A fun Mickey sweatshirt! …and a tee! There are t-shirts too! The tee is $19.90. Here’s A SNEAK PEEK at Disney’s FIRST Mickey Mouse: Main Attraction Collection Disney Pin Traders There’s a Distinctively Disney Dining Mystery Pin Set now available…and we’re intrigued. Each box is $19.99. Food pins? OKAY! This Minnie Mouse “Floating Down Main Street, U.S.A.” Pin is too cute for $19.99. Let’s float down Main Street! We saw this pin in some other spots around Disney World in late January, but now it’s available here too! Here’s How Pin Trading Has Changed in Disney World Star Wars Trading Post We also found a very cool TIE Fighter Button-Up Shirt for $59.99. TIE Fighter Shirt! There’s also this VERY cool Skywalker Academy Sweatshirt. On the front, it has the Jedi crest… Skywalker Academy Shirt …and the back says “Skywalker Academy” with a larger version of the Jedi crest. SO cool! You can grab this sweatshirt now for $59.99. See How Star Wars Hotel Guests Will Travel to Galaxy’s Edge in Disney World! Days of Christmas We love this shop because it’s Christmas EVERY DAY here! We found a pretty Gold Decanter for $34.99… A great decanter for special occasions! …and a gorgeous matching Cake Stand for $59.99. And it’s got Mickey and Minnie kissing on it! Beautiful! This Tinker Bell Snow Globe is $39.99. We saw it back in December in Disneyland but now it’s made its way to Disney World. Hi, Tink! We also found a selection of the Legacy Sketchbook Ornaments including one of Winnie the Pooh ornament (we saw these online in early 2021 but saw them in person recently)… Pooh Bear! …The Reluctant Dragon (another one we saw earlier last year online)… Do you remember The Reluctant Dragon? …Monsters, Inc. (another one we saw online last year)… Monsters, Inc. …The Great Mouse Detective… The Great Mouse Detective …Cars… Life is a Highway …Beauty and the Beast (again one we saw online last year)… A tale as old as time… …and Atlantis (seriously underrated movie, y’all and another one we saw online last year). It’s Kida! These ornaments are $24.99 each. These 7 Ornaments Look Like Your Favorite Disney World Hotels — Check Them Out Here! Art of Disney The Disney Designer Collection Jasmine and Pocahontas Dolls are here! Jasmine and Pocahontas These dolls are pricey though — they’re $129.99 each! Someone Please Explain These Ridiculous $425 Disney Designer Bags to Us Coca-Cola Store We found a super fun Coca-Cola Bucket Hat. This could be PERFECT for those sunny summer days in Florida. Fun summer hat You can grab this hat for $29.95. Superhero Headquarters While at Superhero Headquarters, we saw that you can now grab a cool Hawkeye Hoodie. Hawkeye! Don’t forget to grab a Hawkeye Action Figure while you’re at it! Hawkeye Action Figures Speaking of which, who’s ready for the next big Marvel series? Bring it on, Moon Knight! Marvel Fans, You NEED to See This Special Edition Item! DisneyStyle We like the graffiti style of these Monster, Inc. Sulley Sweatpants. Cool graffiti style You can also get a Tinker Bell Tee and Running Shorts — why run when you can “FLY?!” Fly! A Goofy Movie is getting some love with this Roxanne Tee. Roxanne! We’ll happily check out more A Goofy Movie merchandise any day! Check Out This Disney Recipe: Make the Abominable Snowman’s Lemon Snow Cones from Monsters, Inc. at Home! Vera Bradley Vera Bradley has released a new Valentine’s Day collection. There’s a Keychain… Heart-shaped keychain …a Coin Purse… Cute coin purse! …and a Backpack! Backpack Be sure to check this collection out soon! Here’s How to Order Disney-Themed Roses for Valentine’s Day! Those are all the updates we have for now, but we’ll be back again soon with more, so stay tuned! 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 store at Disney Springs? Let us know in the comments! The post What's New at Disney Springs: A Unique Snow Globe and Collectibles for Disney Foodies first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Which Disney World park can you find a spaceship, a troll, and an aquarium all in? EPCOT, of course! We love him It’s an exciting time in EPCOT right now with Festival of the Arts, new restaurants, upcoming rides, and the super gorgeous Spaceship Earth lighting up at night. We’re in the park regularly to keep up with what’s going on, so let’s take a look at what’s new in EPCOT! EPCOT Construction Updates Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Construction continues on Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind in World Discovery! We recently saw the Nova Corps space ship be put up in front of the ride building, and when we went by the other day there was a ladder coming out of the ship. What’s going on up there?! There was also work being done on the side of the ride building! Working away It looked like they were doing some painting. Click here to see more about Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind! EPCOT Merchandise Updates Creations We spotted a new Boba Fett magnet in Creations! This guy is $14.99. This is the way We also found this fun pin set of Tweedledee and Tweedledum from Alice in Wonderland. Who do you like better — Tweedledee or Tweedledum? You can get these pins for $17.99. Disney Traders Disney Traders has the new letter character keychains that we saw recently in Magic Kingdom! Each letter is themed to a different Disney character. Should we spell our full names with these? For example, A is for Ariel! We also would’ve liked to see Animal from The Muppets These are $9.99 each. EPCOT Additional Updates Festival of the Arts New chalk art is being worked on for Festival of the Arts in EPCOT, like this portrait of Rapunzel, who doesn’t have her long golden locks quite yet. Hair coming soon! We can’t wait to see the finished artwork! Click here to see MORE chalk art in EPCOT! France Over in the France pavilion, the fountain was turned off. Why, though?! We’re not sure why, but hopefully it gets turned back on soon! Japan Inside Mitsukoshi in the Japan pavilion, Setsubun was being celebrated! This is the Japanese Bean Throwing-festival. It’s the day before the beginning of spring in the old Japanese calendar and it’s for getting rid of evil spirits that bring sickness and prevent good fortune. How Setsubun is celebrated To celebrate, Cast Members were teaching origami! We got to pick out our own paper from a variety of fun options… So pretty! …and we made a swan! Look at our swan! This activity was only being held on the holiday — February 3rd. Germany And finally, in the Germany pavilion, we saw a poor train that had been derailed. Not a real train, though, just a model one! Tragic We hope it got back on the right track quickly. It’ll be back up and running soon! That’s everything new from EPCOT recently! Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney news and updates. Click here to see what’s new in Animal Kingdom! Want MORE Details About EPCOT’s MASSIVE Transformation? Future World Will Transform Into Three New Neighborhoods — Learn More Here A Revitalized Club Cool Is Now Open in EPCOT The New Creations Shop is OPEN and Has Replaced Mouse Gear Go Inside Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure With Us Check Out All of the Tasty Details About EPCOT’s New Crêperie Get a Closer Look at the New Nighttime Lights Coming to Spaceship Earth See More About EPCOT’s Upcoming Nighttime Spectacular -- Harmonious Learn All About Space 220, Which Has Officially OPENED in EPCOT What’s Been CUT From the EPCOT Transformation? See More Here! Learn More About the New PLAY! Pavilion Coming to Epcot! See All the Details You Need to Know About the Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Coaster Coming to World Discovery Learn More About Journey of Water -- Inspired by Moana, Coming to World Nature Click HERE for All the News and Details about EPCOT’s Transformation! Join the DFB Newsletter To get all the latest Epcot transformation news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! What’s your favorite ride in EPCOT? Let us know in the comments! The post What’s New in EPCOT: A Bean Throwing Festival and a Bald Rapunzel 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. If you’re a Disney fan and you’ve got a little one at home you’re probably trying to start them on the Disney fandom early! Well if that’s the case, we’ve got some things you WON’T want to miss! ©Amazon Whether you’re looking for a gift for an upcoming baby shower or something for your own little one, we found some items that you’ll definitely want to check out! You might recognize the name Bumkins from their product lines that include bibs, smocks, and reusable bags made from flexible, waterproof fabric (soooo helpful for little ones that can be very messy!). Bumbkins offer several fun collections, and right now they’ve got a Disney Princess collection available that could be perfect for your little royal-in-training! The Princess Collection bib and smock set is great for keeping toddlers clean whether they’re eating their favorite snack or enjoying a messy craft! Pick up a set for your independent little one for just $17.95. ©Amazon The waterproof fabric makes it easy to wipe down, while still being comfortable and easy to wear for your little one. Grab your Princess Bibs from Amazon by clicking here! To coordinate with your bib set, you might want to snag these Bumkin Reusable Snack Bags for $17.95. ©Amazon These are food-safe, reusable, and resealable bags that are perfect for snacks, but also great for other little toys, pacifiers, crayons, or little things your little royal might need! Click here to buy the Princess Reusable Bags from Amazon! If your kiddo prefers just Princess Jasmine, you can grab the Bumkin Jasmine Smock. This smock is priced at $10.95. ©Amazon Your little one will look the part with this smart accessory. And it’ll make singing A Whole New World with them even MORE fun! Click here to buy the Princess Jasmine Bib! Bumkins also has a sleeved-bib which provides a bit more protection and coverage. The Ariel Sleeved-Bib is priced at $13.95 and could be perfect for your little adventuring toddler. ©Amazon That little extra sleeve can save you so much time in the long run! Click here to buy the Princess Ariel Sleeved-Bib! These are fun and smart products that support the needs of little ones and can make life a little simpler for parents. We’ll keep an eye out for more Disney items available online and let you know what we find, so stay tuned to DFB for more. Click here to see ALL of the Disney+ discounts you can get right now! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Where is your favorite place to shop for Disney deals? Let us know in the comments! The post 4 Disney Items You'll Use ALL the Time With Little Ones first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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Are you tired of chocolate being the main food group for Valentine’s Day? Listen, we didn’t think we could get tired of chocolate either, but sometimes it’s just too much! Sometimes we want more of a variety of flavors. Give us some variety! Disneyland Resort is releasing a ton of new treats for Valentine’s Day, and luckily, they’re not all about chocolate (don’t worry there is still a lot of chocolate, though). There are actually some very interesting foods being released, like a Sour Cherry Pretzel, a pizza topped with spinach and artichoke dip, a ham sandwich with brie and strawberries, and more. And today, we tried one of these new treats that fruit fans will want to check out! This is the Valentine Swirl from Tropical Hideaway in Disneyland Park! It’s Dole Whip watermelon and cherry swirled together topped with heart sprinkles and a butterfly gummy. Pink on pink! This was verrrry sweet, but the two flavors paired together perfectly! We know, kind of weird, right? Who would’ve thought to put watermelon and cherry together! It’s very photogenic The watermelon tasted a bit like the Sour Patch Watermelon gummies — a little tart, but mostly sweet. A pink dream The cherry was even sweeter than the watermelon, but it wasn’t too sweet, luckily! Give us all the Dole Whips If you don’t have a sweet tooth, this might not be your jam, but if you love Dole Whip and treats, you should definitely enjoy this new swirl! We’re a fan And, if you’re anything like us, you just HAVE to try every single Dole Whip creation Disney comes up with. It’s not a bad problem to have, especially when they turn out to be great like this one was! It will melt kind of fast, so eat up! If you want to try this for yourself, you can get it for $6.79 over at Tropical Hideaway in Adventureland until February 28th! Stay tuned to DFB as we review more Valentine’s Day treats throughout Disneyland Resort! Click here to see ALL of the food coming to Disneyland for Valentine’s Day! Want to Learn More About Disneyland? Check Out the Links Below! Check Out Important Details about the 2022 Disney California Adventure Food and Wine Festival Learn About Disney Genie and How to Use it in Disneyland See the Latest Updates About Disneyland’s Face Mask Policy Check Out What You Need to Know About the Theme Park Reservation System for Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Check Out Our Disneyland Restaurants Guide Learn All About Disneyland Park See What Marvelous Stuff You’ll Find at Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure See More About Pixar Pier in Disney California Adventure Learn About the Disneyland Mobile App Get All the Details About Mobile Order in Disneyland Learn More About Disneyland’s Magic Key Program What’s Going to Be Different About Your Next Disneyland Trip? Click HERE to Check Out Lots of Other DFB Posts About Disneyland Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe Would you try this Dole Whip creation? Let us know in the comments! The post REVIEW: Disney Has a NEW & Unexpected Dole Whip Creation first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Rosalie Chiang, who voices Meilin Lee in Disney and Pixar’s all-new original film “Turning Red,” recently dropped by the Disneyland Resort to celebrate Lunar New Year at Disney California Adventure park and the film’s upcoming release on Disney+. And it turns out that she has a lot in common with the character to whom she […]View the full article

Can you keep a secret? Good. Okay, come close. Closer. A little closer! Okay, perfect. We’re about to let you know about a hidden dining spot you’ve probably NEVER been to in Disney World, and it’ll be our little secret (just you and me)! Grilled Pork Chop You’ve probably heard us say that Disney World hotels can house some of the BEST dining spots on property. And you likely already know about the noodle obsession at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort or the delicious buffet(s) at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge, but have you ever trekked over to Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa for a meal? Probably not. Well, here’s why you should. Atmosphere Over at Disney’s Saratoga Springs, you’ll find a hidden spot called The Turf Club Bar and Grill. Never heard of it? We’re not surprised. Since it’s tucked away in a Disney World resort that isn’t on the monorail line or the Skyliner line, and isn’t exactly a hotel that gets hyped up (especially since this is a Disney Vacation Club Resort and can fall under the radar), it’s a spot you’ve probably totally overlooked! Turf Club Allow us to introduce you to it. The Turf Club Bar and Grill is a relaxing restaurant, full of dark woods and forest greens. It’s not stuffy at all, but instead has a more laid back feel. Turf Club Outside of the restaurant, you’ll find the Turf Club Lounge, which has been open for quite some time. But the Turf Club Restaurant itself just recently reopened in February of 2022. Lounge Area We’ll start on the outside. Outside the restaurant, you’ll find a check-in area where Cast Members will be positioned for any of your needs. Check In Desk We used Mobile Check-In, however, and got a text indicating we had checked in and another text when our table was ready. Let’s Go! Once it was ready, we made our way to the front to get seated. Entrance In both the lounge and the restaurant itself you’ll find jockey accessories and decor. Inside This fits in with the hotel’s overall horse racing theme. Even the carpet here features horseshoes and jockey accessories! Anyone ready to add this to their home? Anyone? They Go All Out In terms of seating, there are standard tables and chairs, indoor seating, outdoor seating, and half booths. Turf Club If you make an early reservation and get some outside seating, you could enjoy a view of the golf course area which is awesome! Outdoor Patio Inside, there is just one main dining room. When you sit down, you’ll find a cloth napkin with utensils at your table. Ready to Eat? Let’s go over the menu! Menu In terms of menus, there was a QR code available as well as reusable menus. Menus The menu here features some returning items as well as some NEW arrivals. Menu There are a variety of appetizers available, including french onion soup and the new New York Cider-braised Mussels appetizer. There are also a few different entrees available, whether you’re looking for fish, steak, or chicken. ©Disney Got a sweet tooth? You can finish your meal with dessert here too! ©Disney In terms of kids’ items, there are kids’ appetizers, entrees, and create-your-own selections. ©Disney There are also non-alcoholic drinks, coffee… ©Disney …and alcoholic beverages available too. ©Disney This is just a peek at some of the alcoholic drinks they have to offer. Now, let’s eat! Eats & Drinks For our drink, we went with the Blue Jockey, which is priced at $15. The drink is made with Cruzan Mango Rum, Bols Blue Curaçao, Watermelon, and Minute Maid® Premium Lemonade. And it’s supposed to shimmer due to the addition of Pearl Dus. We didn’t notice any shimmer in our drink but this baby is BRIGHT blue, which makes for some fun photos! Pretty! This drink was VERY sweet. It basically tastes like an alcoholic blue lemonade. The lemonade flavor was extremely strong and overpowering in a sense. If you love sweet drinks and lemonade then this might be IT for you. It’s not something we’d necessarily order with a meal in the future though because it’s not one that we think can really compliment your food well. But we could see it being a great drink to have if you’re sitting on a lounge chair outside by the pool! Blue Jockey Now, let’s get to the BREAD! The bread here is a Parmesan herb bread and we got three rolls. It was served with unsalted butter topped with black sea salt. Carbsss The rolls are so soft and truly feel like they’re homemade. They were also really flavorful which was great. They weren’t overly salty but just had a nice parmesan herb flavor, and the parmesan on top added a great crunch! We really liked having these as an option as opposed to just a plain, standard roll. TBH they’re pretty addicting! We could have eaten a LOT of them. But we had to save up some stomach room for what was coming next! Yes to the Bread For our appetizer, we chose the new New York Cider-Braised Mussels for $18. The dish is made with Garlic, Chorizo, Fennel, Fresno Chili, Apple Cider, and served with a Grilled Baguette. Mussels in Disney World? You mean we’re not eating churros for dinner? Nope. Today, we eat MUSSELS. Mussels This dish was amazing! It was incredibly flavorful, without being overly spicy or sweet. We could taste a bit of some white wine in the sauce, but that was a good thing (at least for us). And the apple cider and chorizo really gave this more classic dish a fun twist! There was a touch of sweetness, balanced out with the spice of the chorizo. Overall it was a really impressive start to the meal, with a fantastic depth of flavor. Mussels The one critical note we have about this is that (at least for us) the baguette served with the mussels was pretty lackluster. It wasn’t really well toasted, and instead was just crusty. It tasted a bit better once it was dipped in the sauce, but it just didn’t really reach the deliciousness level of the rest of the dish, ya know? If you love a classic white wine and mussels dish though, we think you’ll really enjoy this. We will warn though that if you don’t like the idea of that apple flavor with your mussels or if you don’t like fennel (because that flavor did really come through) then you might want to avoid this. Would You Try These? For our entree, we started with the Grilled Pork Chop, which is another new item and is priced at $26.50. This is described as a Fennel Pollen-dusted Pork Chop, served with Sweet Potato Purée, Cannellini Beans, Baby Kale, and ‘Nduja Vinaigrette. According to Bloomberg, ‘Nduja is “a spicy, spreadable sausage from his native Calabria in southern Italy.” Pork Chop We got our pork cooked medium (per the chef’s recommendation). The topping on the pork (the ‘Nduja Vinaigrette) was a little bit spicy but was a great savory addition to the dish. Everything in this dish was really good! The Cannellini beans and the sweet potato purée are extremely velvety and buttery. The Cannellini beans also have a great smokiness to them, which went well with the sweet potato. Pork Chop The pork itself wasn’t dry at all (a BIG win). It was cooked great and was a really big portion size. It’s actually quite large for one person, but (in our opinion) totally worth the price. Pork Chop If you’re a pork fan, or are looking for a dish that perfectly encapsulates that comfort food feeling, then this is the dish for you! It’s warm, filling, and a great meal to enjoy after a long day in the parks. Pork Chop If, on the other hand, you’re looking for something that’s lighter this isn’t for you. Also, we will say that as much as we loved this dish, we really wish it had some kind of crunchy element to it to help break up the otherwise softer textures of the sides served with it. Pork Next up we had the new Braised Lamb Tagliatelle for $28. This is a Braised Lamb Shank, House-made Tagliatelle Pasta, Peas, Crispy Potato Straws, Whipped Goat Cheese, and Sherry Gastrique. Braised Lamb Tagliatelle The dish was quite gamey from the lamb and the goat cheese. It was also a very rich dish. The pasta was PERFECT though — cooked al dente and not rolled too thick. Surprisingly, the sherry gastrique didn’t add too much flavor to the dish because it was overpowered by the lamb and goat cheese. We wish it would have stood out a bit more. We also wish that the dish had more of a sauce. There really wasn’t much of the gastrique, which caused a lot of the noodles to stick together. Braised Lamb If you love homemade pasta and lamb though, we think you’ll like this! Just be aware that it is pretty strong in the gamey flavor department. Pasta Finally, we ended the night with the new New York Cheesecake priced at $9.50. The cheesecake has a Berry Sauce, Chambord-macerated Berries, Brachetto Crème, and Crisp Meringue. Cheesecake Despite the accompaniments, it was a very plain, classic cheesecake. The cheesecake itself was pretty light, which was actually surprising for us (we expected it to be a bit heavier actually!). The graham cracker crust was a bit thick, but if that’s your favorite part of the cheesecake then you’ll totally love that! Overall, it’s a fine dessert if you’re a cheesecake fan and love that plain, classic cheesecake flavor. The creme and the berry sauce didn’t have very strong flavors, but they were really fresh and nice compliments to the plain cheesecake. Cheesecake Personally, we would have loved for it to have a stronger sauce or feature some kind of flavor swirled throughout the cheesecake. But other than that, it’s a fine way to end the meal and shareable if everyone had a big entree to already fill them up. Yum The manager at the Turf Club also sent us a Ricotta-Basil Gelato for us to try (note that we did not pay for this dish). The gelato features Strawberry Consommé, Basil Oil, and a Crispy Meringue and would be priced at $7.50. If you’re looking to try something new, this could be a great choice since it has some more unique flavors!! It’s also quite light, so it could be a good choice if you’ve already filled up on those appetizers and entrees! Gelato The gelato is quite refreshing, and while it’s less shareable than other options we thought it was really fun to try! And that was our meal at the Turf Club. So should you hit up this spot? Nosh or Not You SHOULD make your way over to the Turf Club Bar & Grill if: You want a hearty, tasty meal full of meat options. If you’re looking for some comfort food, hearty dishes, and mainly meat-based options — Turf Club has some great dishes for you! You don’t really want to be immersed in Disney theming. While the restaurant is themed, it’s themed to horse racing (not exactly princesses and heroes!). If you’ve seen enough princesses for one day and want a bit of a break from the traditional Disney theming, this could be an awesome pick! You want to escape the parks & crowds and try a more hidden spot. If you are DONE with the crowds, the lines, and the stress that can sometimes come with the parks, and you want a spot that’s more out of the way this is IT. Pork Chop You should SKIP the Turf Club Bar & Grill if: You like a restaurant that’s nice and quiet while indoors. The one thing that really bothered us about this restaurant was the acoustics. Something about the way it was set up made it VERY loud on the inside. If you do choose to eat here and think that loud sounds could ruin your dinner, ask to sit out on the patio where the sounds can disperse a bit better. You’re looking for really healthy and lots of plant-based options. If you’re looking for a lot of healthier, plant-based options this restaurant might not be your cup of tea. There are some plant-based dishes, but most of the options here are a bit more on the comfort food, meat-based, heavier side. You’ll be with a bunch of kiddos and want a place that they’ll find entertaining. Kiddos are certainly welcome here, but there’s not a lot for them to see in terms of decor or other entertainment, so you might be better off finding a different spot for them to enjoy! Overall Overall, we really enjoyed our meal here. In terms of the bad things, the acoustics were quite bad, making the inside feel VERY loud. The decor was also…unique. It felt a bit outdated to us. But our server was FANTASTIC! They really walked us through the menu, took time pacing out the food, and cared about little details (like bringing out a fresh straw for us, anticipating that ours might be soggy by this time). Turf Club Our reporter shared that they would TOTALLY go back to this spot and that they were actually really surprised by it. The general manager, the chef, and two restaurant managers were stopping by each table on the restaurant’s reopening night — giving each diner a lot of personal attention. The team was very welcoming and that’s something we could really feel. Is this a must-do on a first Disney trip? Not really. But if you are looking for some great food in a hidden spot, this could be just the thing! Just remember, it’s our little secret so shhhhhhhh! Turf Club Have you ever eaten here? Tell us your thoughts in the comments. And stay tuned for more Disney news and reviews! Click here to see where you can get some phenomenal (but pricey) seafood 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 ever been to the Turf Club bar & Grill in Disney World? Tell us in the comments! The post Review: Come Close. We're About to Let You in on a DELICIOUS Secret Disney World Spot! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article