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Ironically, everyone has been talking about Bruno lately. That is, we’re talking about Disney’s most recently released animated film, Encanto, and the HUGE impact the soundtrack has made on the music charts. ©Disney It’s gotten to the extent that even our mom is texting us “We Don’t Talk About Bruno” puns, and when it’s reached our moms, you KNOW something big is happening. The entire Encanto soundtrack has been topping the Billboard Charts, and “We Don’t Talk About Bruno” just achieved something BIG. Entertainment Weekly just reported that Encanto‘s “We Don’t Talk About Bruno” has officially reached a Disney milestone and dethroned a major Disney hit on the music charts, passing up a Disney song we were all singing for many, many (too many) years. The catchy “Bruno” song just reached number 4 on this week’s Billboard Hot 100 Chart, surpassing the huge Frozen hit, “Let It Go,” which peaked at number 5 in April 2014. Sorry, Elsa! This makes the Encanto earworm the highest-charting song from a Disney animated film in 26 years. Let that sink in. 26 YEARS. Entertainment Weekly attributed 29 million streams and 8,000 downloads to the immense success of “We Don’t Talk About Bruno” on the music charts. ©Disney “We Don’t Talk About Bruno” was written by Lin-Manuel Miranda, who wrote eight other original songs for Encanto, Disney’s 60th feature film. Miranda also wrote “Surface Pressure,” which is currently at number 14 on the Billboard 100 Chart. You might know Miranda from a little show called Hamilton. ©Disney If you’re curious, the other Disney songs that have reached the top five spots on the Billboard Hot 100 charts include Aladdin’s “A Whole New World” at number 1 in 1993 (the Peabo Bryson and Regina Belle version), Elton John’s “Can You Feel the Love Tonight” from The Lion King at number 4 in 1994, and “Colors of the Wind” (sung by Vanessa Williams) from Pocahontas in 1995, which hit the number 4 spot. We can’t wait to see what else Encanto achieves! Keep reading DFB for more Disney news! Learn more about the Encanto soundtrack straight from Lin-Manuel Miranda! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. How many times have YOU listened to the Encanto soundtrack? Be honest and tell us in the comments! The post This HUGE Disney Milestone Proves It's Time to 'Let It Go' and Start Talking About Bruno! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

While we wait for warmer weather and summer break, now’s the time to stay home and watch TV! Luckily, there are some exciting new movies and shows coming to Disney+ that you’re going to want to binge! There’s always something new to look forward to on Disney+! In January, Disney kicked off 2022 with some fun new content! Throughout the month, we’ve been keeping up with The Book of Boba Fett, and Eternals ended up on Disney+ on January 12th! Now, let’s look ahead to next month and see EVERYTHING coming to Disney+ in February! February 2nd New Library Titles The Chicken Squad (S1, 4 episodes) The New Air Force One: Flying Fortress Disney+ Originals ©Disney The Book of Boba Fett — Chapter 6 February 4th New Library Titles Never Been Kissed Torn Snow Dogs February 9th New Library Titles Alice’s Wonderland Bakery (S1, 6 episodes) Disney+ Originals The Book of Boba Fett — Chapter 7 Marvel Studios: Assembled – The Making of Hawkeye February 16th Disney+ Originals Marvel Studios: Assembled – The Making of “Eternals” February 18th Disney+ Originals ©Disney The Wonderful Winter of Mickey Mouse February 23rd New Library Titles Free Guy Disney+ Originals ©Disney The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder — Episode 1 February 25th New Library Titles Marvel Super Hero Adventures: Frost Fight! Whew! We can’t wait to see some of these new movies and shows coming to Disney+ in February! We’ll stay on the lookout to see what else might be coming soon to Disney+, so keep an eye on DFB for the latest updates. Click here to see more of the latest TV shows and movies 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. What are you looking forward to watching on Disney+? Let us know in the comments! The post EVERYTHING Coming to Disney+ This February 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. Do you LOVE Star Wars? Maybe you’re a fan of the more unique Star Wars merch, shows like The Mandalorian and The Book of Boba Fett, or events like Star Wars Nite at Disneyland. Whatever you’re into it’s safe to say you’re probably not alone in your desire to explore a galaxy far, far away. Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Well if you’re a Star Wars fan or know one and you’ve been looking for the perfect idea to add to your wish list, Valentine’s Day gift, birthday present, or just because gift — we’ve got just the thing! Today, we’re taking a look at some extra fancy Star Wars merch that is something you could use every single day. Enso, known for making comfortable silicone rings, has a number of Disney-themed rings, but now they’ve released a new collection of Star Wars Lightsaber-inspired rings! A few big things to know about these rings: they generally come with a lifetime warranty, and they are meant to be flexible and ULTRA comfortable! These rings feature a wide range of lightsaber designs from across the Star Wars saga, including the lightsabers of Darth Vader, Yoda, and Luke Skywalker! You can actually get the Yoda, Vader, and Skywalker rings in a Star Wars Lightsaber Box Set and save a little coin. ©Enso, Disney, Lucasfilm Ltd. You can get this set for $114.99, or you can grab these rings individually for $44.99 each! Get the Lightsaber Box Set Here! Based on the iconic lightsaber at the center of all the Star Wars movies, the Skywalker Ring features the lightsaber held by various members of the Skywalker family! On the grey exterior, you’ll find the hilt of the saber engraved with a design that reveals the blue inner layer of the ring, which functions as the “blade” of the lightsaber. ©Enso, Disney, Lucasfilm Ltd. This ring is available for $44.99! Click Here to Buy the Skywalker Blue Lightsaber Ring! If you live life on the Dark Side, then the Darth Vader Ring might be the ring of your dreams! This Sith-inspired ring features a black outer layer and a red inner layer that represents the weapon of one of the most iconic villains of all time. ©Enso, Disney, Lucasfilm Ltd. You can grab this villainous ring for $44.99! Grab The Darth Vader Ring By Clicking Here! Don’t worry Yoda fans, Enso has you covered too! The Yoda Ring features the lightsaber of the wise Jedi master that has won over many hearts. A good ring, this is. ©Enso, Disney, Lucasfilm Ltd. Just like the other rings in this collection, this one is available for $44.99! Click Here to Buy the Yoda Ring! Are you a Samuel L. Jackson fan? The Mace Windu Ring immortalizes his classic role in the Star Wars universe with a striking purple inner layer that’ll add a stylish touch to any look. ©Enso, Disney, Lucasfilm Ltd. This extra-stylish ring costs $44.99! Get the Mace Windu Ring Here! Whether you know her from Star Wars: The Clone Wars, Star Wars: Rebels, or The Mandalorian, Ahsoka Tano fans can celebrate with the Ahsoka Ring. It is an understated, fashionable ring that brings her iconic white blades to life! ©Enso, Disney, Lucasfilm Ltd. This ring is available for $44.99! Click Here to Buy the Ahsoka Ring! If you’re a Star Wars lover, these could be the perfect rings for you! We’ll keep an eye out for more Star Wars goodies you might want to bring home. Stay tuned here for more of the latest Disney news! Would You Spend OVER $200 on Disney’s Latest Star Wars Collectible? 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 about these new Star Wars rings? Let us know in the comments! The post The Star Wars Item You'll Literally Use Every Single Day first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

To ensure we are equipping our readers with all the information they need, we will continue to report on all travel, safety, and COVID-related news that could impact a Disney Parks visit. The global pandemic continues as the Omicron variant of COVID-19 is spreading throughout the world. COVID-19 Health and Safety Sign Places like Florida have broken case records over the past month, there have been travel restrictions and advisories put into place, and thousands of flights have been canceled due to the spreading of Omicron. But, people in the United States can now order free at-home COVID-19 tests from the government, and we’re here to tell you how. Every home in the United States is eligible to order 4 free at-home COVID-19 tests. The tests are completely free and orders will usually ship in 7 to 12 days. ©CDC To order the tests, simply go to COVIDtests.gov and hit “Order Free At-Home Tests” you will be redirected to the United States Postal Office website, where you can enter your contact and shipping information and then place your order. There is a limit of one order per residential address and the order includes 4 individual rapid antigen COVID-19 tests. ©USPS The tests available for order: Are rapid antigen at-home tests, not PCR Can be taken anywhere Give results within 30 minutes (no lab drop-off required) Work whether or not you have COVID-⁠19 symptoms Work whether or not you are up to date on your COVID-⁠19 vaccines Are also referred to self-tests or over-the-counter (OTC) tests ©Orlando International Airport COVID-19 Testing Area You should take an at-home COVID-19 test if: You begin having symptoms like fever, sore throat, runny nose, or loss of taste or smell, or At least 5 days after you come into close contact with someone with COVID-⁠19, or When you’re going to gather with a group of people, especially those who are at risk of severe disease or may not be up to date on their COVID-⁠19 vaccines. ©USPS ©USPS If you are looking for a different type of COVID-19 test or need more than 4 tests, you can check out the “Other Testing Resources” section of the COVIDtests.gov website that includes information on at-home tests at retailers and pharmacies, insurance reimbursement for at-home tests, and testing sites around the country. ©USPS Stay tuned to DFB for more news and information about COVID-19 as it related to travel and tourism. Click here to learn more about the current COVID-19 situation in Florida Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! The post FREE COVID-19 At-Home Tests Now Available first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s Festival of the Arts time in EPCOT once again, which means there’s plenty of entertainment, merchandise, and (of course) snacks and drinks to check out! WELCOME to the 2022 EPCOT Festival of the Arts! We’ve already shared our list of the TOP eats and drinks from the Festival, but we wanted to know what you had to say. So we’ve put up a DFB Festival of the Arts bracket on our Instagram. For the first round, about 13,000(!!!) of you responded. Now, round 2 is done and we’re ready to share the results! What treat will be crowned the champion? We’ve still got a ways to go, but here’s what has survived so far. In the battle between the Orange Mousse from Deco Delights and the Dulce Chocolate Mousse from Deco Delights the winner was…the Dulce Chocolate Mousse! Looks like chocolate fans got this one. We’ll Start With Something Sweet Next, we put the Deconstructed Key Lime Pie from Deconstructed Dish up against Inside Out Donut from the Donut Box. The winner here was…the Inside Out Donut! We weren’t the biggest fans of this donut — finding the frosting to have an odd creamy texture. But it looks like the donut fans prevailed (for now)! Which Would You Pick? Next was the Chocolate-Dipped Donut from the Donut Box against the Moelleux aux Noisettes et Chocolats Valrhona: Molten chocolate and hazelnut cake from L’Art de la Cuisine Francaise. A true chocolate battle. But here the Molten cake reigned supreme, knocking out the donut by quite a bit! Time to Pick! Another battle of the sweets took place between the Bombolini from L’Arte di Mangiare and the Almond Frangipane Cake from Pop Eats! Though the almond cake is more colorful, the Bombolini took the win this round! More Sweet Battles Next up we had the Pineapple and Cherry DOLE Whip Swirl from Refreshment Outpost against the Mocha Cold Brew from a Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea Company kiosk in the park. Though people love their coffee, it looks like they love their DOLE Whips more! The DOLE Whip won here with 67% of the vote. Go, DOLE Whip, Go! In a tough drink battle, the Cinnamon Cold Brew from a Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea Company kiosk went up against the Sipping Chocolate Flight from The Artist’s Table. Again, the coffees lost this round and the Sipping Chocolate came out on top! Another Battle of Drinks In our next battle we had the Coconut and Passion Fruit Smoothie from Vibrante & Vivido versus the Eastern Dynasty from The Painted Panda. This one was closer but the Coconut and Passion Fruit Smoothie ultimately won the round with 53% of the votes. Better luck next time Eastern Dynasty! Which Would You Choose? Next we have more drinks trying to take the #1 spot. On one side we had The Lily from El Artista Hambriento. On the other side we had the Blood Orange Cosmo from Refreshment Port. There was really no contest here — The Lily won with over 80% of the vote! More Drinks! Now let’s get to some savory treats. In this battle, the Beef Short Rib from Pastoral Palate went up against the Deconstructed BLT from The Deconstructed Dish. Though the Deconstructed BLT got lots of votes in round 1, it lost this round to the Beef Short Rib! Savory Treats Comin’ at Ya! In our seafood battle of the Seared Scallops from The Artist’s Table against the Steelhead Trout from The Craftsman’s Courtyard, the Scallops won with 70% of the vote! Which would you have picked? Seafood Battle Next we had the Deconstructed French Onion Soup from The Deconstructed Dish versus the Carne Asada from El Artista Hambriento. Looks like the Deconstructed Soup will just have to try again in a future year — the Carne Asada won this round! Could This Snack Go All the Way? Could the cheese go all the way?! It’s possible! In our next battle we had the Warm Brie in a Bread Bowl from L’Art de la Cuisine Francaise (a favorite!) against the Wild Boar Cassoulet from Pastoral Palate. The Brie in a Bread Bowl fans easily won this round with 85% of the vote! Cheeeeeeeese Next we had the Char Siu Pork Bun from The Painted Panda vs. the Chicken Shumai from The Painted Panda. The winner here was clearly the Chicken Shumai — but do you agree with the result? Tell us in the comments! Another Big Win In the battle of the Arancini from L’Arte di Mangiare versus the Ravioli alla Boscaiola from L’Arte di Mangiare, the fried risotto balls (Arancini) took the round! Fried Risotto Wins Again! Next we had the classic Tomato Soup with Grilled Cheese from Pop Eats! against the Chorizo and Potato Empanada from Vibrante & Vivido. Though the Empanada was one of our favorite dishes this year, it seems you just can’t beat a classic Tomato Soup and Grilled Cheese! Grilled Cheese For the Win! And in our final battle (of this round) we had the Gnocchi Poutine from Refreshment Port up against the Moroccan Bread with Hummus, Fig Tapenade, and Zhoug Dip from Tangierine Cafe: Flavors of the Medina! The vote was SO close that Instagram showed it as a 50/50 split. We took a look at the exact number of votes and it was 6,269 for the poutine and 6,167 for the Moroccan bread — looks like the poutine wins this round! The Final Battle (For Now) Those are the results of round 2 of our bracket. Next we’ll move on to round 3! Be sure to follow us on Instagram and vote in the next bracket. We’ll share those results with you soon. What snack or drink will win it all? It’s all up to you! Want to Learn MORE About the 2022 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts? Click Here to See Photos & Videos From Our Time at the Festival of the Arts Check Out ALL of Our Reviews of the Food Booths at the Festival of the Arts See the Full Menus for All of the Food Booths at the Festival Get a Look at the NEW Figment Popcorn Bucket That Had a Multi-HOUR Wait on the First Day of the Festival Learn More About the Disney on Broadway Concert Series and Dining Packages at the Festival Check Out All of the 2022 Festival of the Arts Merchandise Here! See How to Get a Paint Your Own Figment at the Festival Click HERE for All of the Latest News and Details About the 2022 Festival of the Arts! Join the DFB Newsletter To get all the latest Festival of the Arts news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Which snack do you think will win it all? Tell us in the comments! The post Have Your Favorites Survived Our EPCOT Festival of the Arts Snack Battle? Find Out Here! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Facing one’s fears is never easy. For Disney Aspire graduate Jennifer Ross, the courage to overcome her inner doubts has brought great rewards in her professional, academic and personal endeavors. As the Disney University coordinator was approaching completion of her master’s degree in Industrial and Organizational Psychology from Bellevue University last summer, her professor suggested […]View the full article

We all have a favorite Disney character, but even if Winnie the Pooh isn’t your #1 favorite, can we all agree that he is simply the most adorable bear out there? Recently, Pooh made headlines after he reached an important milestone, but today is ANOTHER big day for that silly old bear! We LOVE that silly old bear! In need of a little cheering up on this winter day? We’ve got just the thing for you! Come with us as we celebrate a special holiday you’ve probably never heard about! There’s a lot to love about Winnie the Pooh and friends, which is why there’s an entire day dedicated to him! For others, riding The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh is a must-do when in Fantasyland! Admittedly, we can’t help but shop around Hundred Acre Goods after a ride on The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh — there are so many cute things in that little store! That’s a very big waterfall! Speaking of cute, who could forget when he dressed up as a bumblebee for Halloween! Could he BE any cuter?! Can you tell we have a serious soft spot for Winnie the Pooh? Now, we’re going to go eat some toast with honey in honor of this special day — BRB! In the meantime, though, stay tuned for all the latest Disney news and park updates! And happy Winnie the Pooh Day! There’s LOTS of NEW Goodies Online Featuring Winnie the Pooh & Friends! 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. Who is your favorite Disney character? Let us know in the comments! The post Only TRUE Winnie the Pooh Fans Know Why Today is So Important first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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We’ve seen some exciting things come out of the Main Street Confectionery at Disney World’s Magic Kingdom since its recent refurbishment! Main Street Confectionery We definitely recommend checking out the Kernel Kitchen — a build your own popcorn bar inside the vintage-inspired candy shop! And today, we’re coming at you with a review of a treat that’s not new but needs to be spoken about — Mickey Scones! The Mickey Scone with Dove Chocolate makes for a deliciously quick breakfast treat! Who doesn’t want chocolate for breakfast?! It is, of course, shaped like our fearless leader Mickey Mouse, and is heftier than it looks! The small but mighty chocolate Mickey scone It’s got chopped-up pieces of Dove chocolate throughout, an additional sprinkling of chocolate pieces, and a delicious chocolate drizzle over top. Mickey Scone with Dove Chocolate It was incredibly soft but still slightly dry — which is pretty typical of scones. We didn’t think it was overly sweet or too chocolatey, so if you’re in the mood for A LOT of chocolate for breakfast, this might not be the treat for you! Mickey Scone with Dove Chocolate from the Main Street Confectionery At $4.99, we think this is a pretty good value for a quick but filling breakfast snack! If you’re looking for something quick that will keep you full for much longer but still scratches that chocolate itch, we’d recommend something like the Nutella and Fresh Fruit Waffle Sandwich from Sleepy Hollow Refreshments! Look at that chocolatey goodness! Overall, we really enjoyed the Mickey Scone with Dove Chocolate and will definitely be getting it again! Be sure to check back here for more Disney food reviews! Click Here to See the Best FAST Breakfasts in Disney World Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Have you tried the chocolate Mickey scone? Let us know what you thought in the comments! The post You Know Mickey Ice Cream Bars and Pretzels — Do You Know There Are Mickey SCONES in Disney World? 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. The 50th Anniversary celebration at Disney World has brought us a TON of cool stuff from delicious treats, new attractions, and of course, AMAZING merch! One of the most popular 50th Anniversary merch lines has been the Vault Collection, a line of retro-inspired apparel, memorabilia, and more. Behold! The Vault Collection! Today, there’s a new piece of merch that’s bringing back the vintage vibes in a whole new way! Okay, before we talk about this awesome merch, here’s some context! We’re not sure if you remember The Adventurers Club. This used to be a themed nightclub at Pleasure Island, which was the old entertainment district for adults before Disney Springs was reworked. Pleasure Island This club featured live performers, puppets, and animatronics! The whole show was a hilarious, outrageous experience that was an absolute joy to watch. Radio-a-thon at Adventurers Club in Disney World If you remember and love the Adventurers Club (or if you just love vintage Disney vibes), then this is the shirt for you! The Adventurers Club T-Shirt for Adults, which features cartoony versions of the show’s many characters and some of the icon props, is a great addition to any Disney World nerd’s collection. Also, is it just us, or does this shirt give off some major Schoolhouse Rock! energy? Maybe it’s just us. ©Disney Anyways, you can get this shirt on shopDisney for $29.99 and show everyone how much you know about Disney World history (or how old you are!). Grab the Adventurers Club T-Shirt Here! Disney has been on FIRE with their Vault Collection merch lately! One of Disney’s latest addition was an amazing new board game, which we absolutely love! ©Disney The 50th Anniversary has been a huge undertaking already, and we’re only in month number four out of eighteen of the celebration! If it feels like all the info has been overwhelming, never fear! We’re rounding up everything you need to know, so all you’ve got to do is stay tuned here and get the latest news from us! PHOTOS: A RARE 50th Anniversary Collectible Appears at Disney World! Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary Details and Info Click HERE for Your Guide to Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Celebration See Everything That Has Been Announced For Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Check Out Everything Happening in Disney World on October 1st, 2021 Click Here to See The 50 Best Ways to Celebrate Disney World’s 50th Anniversary What Does Hotel Availability and Pricing Look Like for Disney World’s 50th Anniversary? Here Are the 5 News Bombs You May Have Missed Related to the 50th Anniversary Celebrations! Check Out 10 Things You Need to Bring If You’re Going to Disney World for the 50th Anniversary See How Each of Disney World’s Park Icons Will Transform During the 50th Anniversary Celebrations! Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe Do you know about the Adventurers Club? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTOS: Test Your Disney World History Knowledge With This New Shirt! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Planning to stay at a Disney World hotel soon? Pop Century Resort You’ve probably already thought about hotel perks, parking costs, pricing, room types, and more. But if you’re the type that likes to sleep in until past 11AM, head back to the room to rest in the middle of the day, or just spend a day at the resort soaking in the sun, there’s one thing you should know about that otherwise might catch you entirely by surprise! Sometimes guests in Disney World can be given a bit of a rude awakening if a fire alarm goes off. Most times these situations are dealt with quickly — guests evacuate from the buildings, the Cast Members address the situtation, and if it was a false alarm people can generally go back in once given the all-clear. If an emergency situation has truly transpired, then it might take more time for the situation to be dealt with. Pop Century But fire alarms might not just go off unexpectedly in the early morning hours. Today, as we were walking around Disney’s Pop Century Resort closer to 1PM we heard fire alarms going off. We’ve seen these fire alarm testing signs pop up in other hotels as well. Typically, if a test is scheduled to take place, you’ll find these signs in the lobby of the hotel or on the ground floor of the building you’re staying in. Be sure to look for them each morning during your trip. Fire Alarm Testing Sign If you had planned to spend a relaxing day in your hotel that day and just lounge around in the room, one of these signs could cause you to change your plans! The sounds of the fire alarm being tested could be very disruptive to your plans for relaxation. So you might instead want to spend that day in the parks, Disney Springs, or another spots (at least until the testing is over). It’s another reason why adding some flexibility into your Disney World plans can be really beneficial. We’ll continue to keep an eye out for more Disney news and we’ll let you know what we find. Stay tuned for all the latest updates! Click here to see how Disney World is CHANGING your hotel experience! 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 at the hotel during a fire alarm test? Tell us in the comments! The post VIDEOS: The 'Alarming' Thing That Could Disrupt Your Disney World Hotel Stay first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

You guys, it is COLD outside. Even in Florida, the sunshine state, it’s so chilly and windy that KiteTails was canceled due to wind a few times and Typhoon Lagoon is closed! If you decide to brave the winter weather, bundle up and drink some hot chocolate — that’s an order! Olaf isn’t the only one missing summer! Speaking of winter, we’re not the only ones struggling through the season! A new winter-themed Mickey Mouse special is coming SOON to Disney+. Now, let’s cozy up and watch the trailer (under a warm blanket, of course). You can watch the NEW trailer for The Wonderful Winter of Mickey Mouse below! This new special episode will launch season two of The Wonderful World of Mickey Mouse. You can expect four special episodes with Mickey and friends, each themed to one of the four seasons! Does anyone else notice a fun little Disney Easter egg in this shot from the winter episode? Same. ©Disney The Wonderful Winter of Mickey Mouse will premiere on February 18th on Disney+. We can’t wait to watch it! Also, can we take a moment to appreciate Mickey and Minnie’s skating outfits? FABULOUS! ©Disney Now if you’ll excuse us, we need to go build a fire; it’s cold out there! We’re always on the hunt for the latest Disney news and park updates, so be sure to stay tuned for more! Disney+ Announces Release Date for NEW ‘Proud Family’ Series! 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 show on Disney+? Let us know in the comments! The post VIDEO: A POPULAR Mickey Cartoon Series is RETURNING to Disney+ Soon! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Today we are celebrating the adorable and charming Minnie Mouse as we kick off the “Totally Minnie Mouse” event from now through March 30 at Tokyo Disney Resort. Taking place at both Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea, this event will feature exciting and nostalgic entertainment programs, new merchandise, and delicious menu items.View the full article

The Main Street Confectionery (which was renovated recently) in Magic Kingdom is home to many unique treats! Confectionery We’ve tried some Skittles Fudge, Brownie Pies, Snickers Cupcakes, and more from this spot! You can also get custom popcorn creations here and even a drool-worthy peanut butter pie. Today we made our way to the Confectionery to try another one of their cool creations but this time it’s in slushy form! Over at the Main Street Confectionery you’ll now find a Goofy’s Glaciers area called the “Glacier Kitchen.” Glacier Kitchen This is where you’ll be able to pick up a few different Goofy’s Glaciers — a.k.a. slushies in a variety of different flavors. More of the Confectionery You can get Goofy’s Glaciers at a number of other spots in Disney World, including Goofy’s Candy Company in Disney Springs and Big Top Treats in Magic Kingdom, but what makes the Confectionery unique is the special Glacier creations they offer here like the Cold-Coction, the Cold-leidoscope, and the Orange Brrr’d! These have been available since the Confectionery reopened after its refurbishment. What Would You Choose? Today we decided to give The Orange Brrr’d a try! This drink is made with Fanta Orange, Vanilla Syrup, Hi-C Lime, Whipped Cream, and Gummie Worms. It’s priced at $5.99, but if you want to save on this item be sure to ask about using your Annual Passholder discount (if you’re an Annual Passholder)! Our Annual Passholder discount worked here since it is a merchandise location, and we were actually able to get $1.20 OFF this drink! The Orange Brrr’d The drink is colorful and definitely invokes the orange and green color scheme of our little orange friend. You can definitely get some fun, colorful photos of it with the Castle or maybe even with the Orange Bird mural over in Adventureland. But how does this drink taste? Well, it actually wasn’t bad! The vanilla syrup was pumped on the top of our drink after the slushy part was already in there. So if you take a sip without mixing the drink you’ll probably just taste a lot of that vanilla syrup and whipped cream at first. Our recommendation? Stir it up (after you’ve taken your cool photos) so you can get that vanilla flavor to mix in better. So Pretty! The drink is sweet (SHOCKER ) but was pretty good! The whipped cream on top was a nice touch, and the gummy bears were fun (adding a nice little texture and flavor change). It’s So Colorful! We had our drink on a COOOOOOLD day in Florida (okay, “cold” for Florida, but you know what we mean) so that was maybe not the best day for it. But if you are looking for a sweet drink to grab on a hot Florida day, this cold be a fun pick! Especially since the Citrus Swirl (Orange Bird’s signature snack) has gone missing lately, it’s nice to be able to grab an Orange Bird-themed snack in the parks. If you don’t like really sweet drinks, then you might want to stay clear of this one. Swirled Up! Remember to ask about that Annual Passholder discount at this spot (and other merchandise locations where you might be picking up a snack or two). We’ll continue to keep an eye out for more Disney news and we’ll let you know what we find! Want to take “THE” photo in Disney World? Click here to see what snacks you should pose with! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Would you try this snack in Disney World? Tell us in the comments! The post Review: The Orange Bird-Themed Drink You've Probably Never Tried in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Over the last few weeks, we’ve seen a lot of flight cancelations among some of the biggest airlines. Airport Crowds These airlines have cited a variety of factors as the cause behind the cancelations, including bad weather and staffing shortages (and often a combination of both). But now there’s a new reason that your flight could be canceled, and this one could be a big deal. According to ClickOrlando, the top airlines in America are warning passengers about a “‘catastrophic’ impact on flights this week in the United States.” Leaders at these airlines are concerned about the new 5G network being installed for AT&T and Verizon on towers around the nation. Airlines are concerned about the new network The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has only cleared about 45% of commercial airplanes to fly near 5G towers. The 5G rollout was already delayed once, but many commercial airline fleets are still not cleared to navigate near the receivers. An instructor at the Florida Institute of Technology has expressed concern about the effect the new network might have on the airplanes’ software. More flights could be canceled The concern is mainly with the planes’ altimeter, which is an essential instrument that lets the pilots know how far they are from the ground. It’s especially important during landing and when visibility is low. An expert has stated that “there’s no way to predict exactly what [the altimeter] will do” in proximity to the new 5G network “because we just don’t know.” Southwest 50th Plane Airline officials (including CEOs from American, Delta, and United Airlines) wrote a letter to the federal government expressing their concerns about the situation and requesting a longer delay of the 5G installations. Airlines are concerned about the changes In this letter, officials stated that the uncertainty could cause “as many as 1,100 flights [to] be canceled each day, consisting of about 100,000 passengers stranded every 24 hours.” Orlando International Airport Keep following DFB for more updates on the latest travel news! Click Here to Learn What to Do If Your Flight to Disney World Is Canceled 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 experienced a flight cancelation recently? Tell us about your experience in the comments! The post The Unexpected Reason Your Flight Might be Canceled SOON first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

EPCOT’s Festival of the Arts has begun with beautiful artwork, delicious cuisine, and yet some people spent their entire day waiting in line for a popcorn bucket. The 2022 EPCOT Festival of the Arts From Mexico all the way over to Canada we’ve got the food for your Disney Festival of the Arts vacation! Check out our video below What to EAT at EPCOT’s Festival of the Arts in 2022! Are you a DFB Video subscriber? If you hit the button below, you can subscribe to our channel and catch up on ALL of our latest episodes! Watch the video and let us know your favorite Disney World festtival eat! The post DFB Video: What to EAT at EPCOT's Festival of the Arts in 2022 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. Amazon is one of our favorite places to shop for the latest Disney must-haves! As much as we love to shop around the parks and resorts, nothing beats being able to add something to our collection without having to get out of our pajamas. You can always find us shopping for the next Disney must-have. Today, we’re sharing some of the latest DEALS you can score on Amazon! First up is a 3-pack of Disney Princess Royal Fashions and Friends Dolls! The collection includes Moana, Rapunzel, and Ariel dolls along with their fellow animal sidekicks PLUS a second outfit to change into! © Amazon This 3-pack is currently available on Amazon for $52.99, but we spotted a deal today for $28.97 — that’s almost half off! Click here to shop for the Disney Princess Royal Fashions and Friends Dolls Are you all caught up on The Book of Boba Fett on Disney+? When the next episode airs, have a LEGO building party with this LEGO Star Wars Boba Fett Helmet Building Kit. © Amazon The building kit lets you recreate Boba Fett’s iconic helmet out of 625 pieces. It retails on Amazon for $59.99 but we spotted it on sale for $51.99! Click here to shop for the LEGO Star Wars Boba Fett Helmet Building Kit! Looking to spruce up your home this year? Maybe you have that one large white space in your living room or bedroom that you don’t know what to do with! We found this cute Jay Franco Mickey Mouse True Original Tapestry that may be just what your house needs! © Amazon It measures 60″ x 80″, giving your walls plenty of coverage. It normally goes for $29.99 on Amazon but we found it listed for just $19.99! Click here to shop for the Jay Franco Mickey Mouse True Original Tapestry! You know when you see something for sale and you think to yourself, “Wow I never realized I needed this thing but now that I see it I’m not sure how I ever got by without it.” Yeah, that was us when we saw this Disney Cake Pop Maker. © Amazon This little gadget makes four Mickey-shaped cake pops, for when a regular cake just seems like too tall of a task. © Amazon It normally retails on Amazon for $24.99 (already a pretty great price), but we spotted it on sale for $14.99! Click here to purchase a Disney Cake Pop Maker! Looking to host more movie nights with friends and family? Your kitchen and your movie nights can add an extra “pop” of Disney (pun totally intended) with this Disney Pixar Collection Popcorn Popper! © Amazon Normally this would retail on Amazon for $49.99, but we found it marked down to $39.99! Click here to shop for the Disney Pixar Collection Popcorn Popper! The awesome kitchen gadgets just keep rolling in — this next one is for all of your Star Wars fans out there! Not only is this Star Wars 2-Slice Toaster cool enough on its own…it imprints both the Empire and Rebel symbols onto your toast! © Amazon You can bring balance to both the Force and your breakfast! It retails on Amazon for $24.99 but it’s marked down for a limited time to $19.99. Click here to shop for the Star Wars 2-Slice Toaster! Your neat Empire and Rebel-imprinted toast will have to go on some sort of plate before you can eat it, so why not make your plate match your food? Check out these adorable and minimalist Corelle x Disney Star Wars Doodles Lunch Plates! © Amazon The designs on the plates feature Star Wars characters like Yoda, C-3PO, and a Stormtrooper! The plates are usually priced at $44.99 for a set of 4 on Amazon, but right now you can get them for $35.99. Click here to shop for the Corelle x Disney Star Wars Doodles Lunch Plates! We try not to pick favorites, but this next item may or may not have elicited one or two gasps — check out this Mickey Mouse Ring Light! © Amazon Now you can create your Tik Toks or snap the perfect selfie with a little help from Mickey! The 12 Inch LED Ring Light comes with a tripod and a phone holder. It normally retails on Amazon for $49.99, but it’s currently on sale for $39.99! Click here to shop for the Mickey Mouse Ring Light! Our final item for today is an awesome find if you’re looking to invest in a great pair of headphones. You may have heard of Beats headphones, but did you know that they made a special edition pair to celebrate Mickey Mouse’s 90th Anniversary? © Amazon These Beats Solo3 Wireless On-Ear Headphones go for full price at $299.95. But if you shop quickly, you can score some big savings — we spotted them on sale for $199.95! Click here to shop for the Beats Solo3 Wireless Headphones! Be sure to check back often as we’re always looking for the latest and greatest Disney finds on Amazon! Click here to check out all of the Disney World 50th Anniversary merchandise you can currently shop for online! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you planning a Disney World vacation for 2022? Let us know in the comments! The post You Don't Want to MISS These 9 Disney Deals on Amazon 🚨 first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Popcorn buckets are a big deal in Disney World! All FOUR Mickey Balloon Popcorn Buckets We’ve seen such fun versions of them, too, like special ones for Halloween, buckets shaped like Christmas trees, and those that look like your favorite characters. They’re a pretty good deal if you’re staying in Disney World for a while — after paying the initial price of the popcorn bucket (which includes popcorn), you can get refills for just $2.25! So, let’s take a look at ALL of the popcorn buckets you can get in Disney World right now! Magic Kingdom Let’s start in Magic Kingdom! Over here you can get several different popcorn buckets. First, we have the 50th anniversary Mickey balloon popcorn buckets. These are $18 each and come in pink… Pink popcorn bucket …blue… So pretty! …yellow… This color reminds us of Belle’s dress! …and green! It’s not easy being green! The Mickey balloon popcorn buckets aren’t always available, as they are popular and tend to sell out. But, there are restocks, and we’ve found the balloons at the popcorn stands in The Hub, Frontierland, Liberty Square, Fantasyland, and Tomorrowland. Get them around the park when they’re in stock! Magic Kingdom just recently got this Jack Skellington popcorn bucket (which is kind of strange in January, but we’ll take it!). We found him at the popcorn cart in Adventureland. Unlike previous Jack Skellington buckets, this one has a smile on his face instead of that more sinister look we’ve seen before! He’s Happy! Oh, and this bucket LIGHTS UP, too! So, you don’t have to worry about losing your popcorn in the dark. And, this one is available to all guests, not just Annual Passholders! You can grab it for $20.25, but be aware that it could sell out. Jack is back! There is also a Casey Jr. popcorn bucket back in Storybook Circus. It looks like the train! Casey Jr. Popcorn Bucket How cute is this guy?! EPCOT Okay, now it’s time to talk about probably the most famous Disney popcorn bucket…ever? The Figment popcorn bucket in EPCOT has made headlines because of the incredibly long waits we’ve seen for the item. Figment Popcorn Bucket And, we get why — he’s absolutely adorable! Yep, we put him in a sombrero But, Figment is only available at the Pop Eats! food booth at EPCOT’s Festival of the Arts. So, when the festival is over on February 21st, Figment will no longer be available (unless they move him somewhere else!). Pop Eats! booth food But, the Figment popcorn bucket could also sell out way before the festival ends. There’s a sign up in EPCOT saying that the buckets aren’t available, but a Cast Member told us they’re still being sold, although they expect to sell out soon. If you can grab Figment, he’s $25. Hollywood Studios Hollywood Studios is home to Galaxy’s Edge and other Star Wars attractions, so they have a few Star Wars popcorn buckets available! First, we have the MSE-6 Repair Droid popcorn bucket which you can find at Kat Saka’s Kettle in Galaxy’s Edge. So fun! You can get this one for $19.99. MSE-6 Droid Popcorn Bucket There is also a Millennium Falcon popcorn bucket that comes and goes from the park. Millennium Falcon Popcorn Bucket Last time we saw it, it was listed for $24.99. Millennium Falcon Popcorn Bucket And, you can find a regular Star Wars popcorn bucket around the park as well. Star Wars Popcorn Bucket This one is $13. Animal Kingdom In Animal Kingdom, there is another version of a standard popcorn bucket that’s themed to KiteTails, the epic show where kites fly around above the water and have some incredible crash landings. This one is so cute! This is a perfect thing to grab to eat while watching the show! You can get it for $12 and filled with the 50th anniversary Chili Lime Caramel Corn mix. Chili-Lime Caramel Popcorn in Disney KiteTails Bucket And, we’ve still been seeing the gold Christmas Tree popcorn bucket around the park, too. Christmas Tree Bucket is back! You can get this one for $25 and it lights up! Multiple Locations There are a couple popcorn buckets you can find in more than just one place. You can find this 50th anniversary standard popcorn bucket around the Disney World parks and at Disney Springs. Disney World 50th Anniversary Popcorn Bucket This bucket is $13. Here’s another side And, the very popular Mickey Mouse 50th anniversary popcorn bucket can also be found in more than one place! Recently, we’ve seen him in Animal Kingdom and in Hollywood Studios. Mickey! This popcorn bucket is $18, and there is also a matching Minnie Mouse sipper! More of these guys are available Well, there ya have it — those are all of the popcorn buckets you can find right now in Disney World! We’ll keep you updated if any new buckets drop, so stay tuned to DFB for more. Click here to see just HOW LONG the lines were for the Figment popcorn bucket! Check out our video on the BEST snacks in Disney World for 2022! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Which popcorn bucket is your favorite? Let us know in the comments! The post Every Single🍿Popcorn Bucket🍿You Can Get in Disney World Right Now! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The first visible signs of Universal's Epic Universe development have risen from the ground. View the full article

Our reporters visit Disney World every day, so they’re always keeping an eye on the latest news in and around the parks. Driving to Disney World This morning (January 18th) on their way into the parks, our reporters noticed some heavy traffic and back-ups along the route to Disney World. The traffic turned out to be due to a serious crash involving a bus and another vehicle. We first noticed the traffic on I-4, although the crash took place on SR-417, which intersects the interstate. Traffic on I-4 ClickOrlando has reported that it was a fatal crash involving a bus and another vehicle. One man was pronounced dead at the scene, and three other people were taken to the hospital. ©ClickOrlando Trooper Steve from ClickOrlando reached out to thank the emergency responders who were working at the scene. The crash happened at about 5:50AM at southbound State Road 417 near mile marker 6. At this time, SR 417 is closed from John Young Parkway, and vehicles are being directed to exit here. Osceola Parkway is available as an alternate route, according to ClickOrlando. Exiting the State Road WESH reported that there were no passengers on board the bus. The situation is still developing, and we will continue to update this post with further news. Keep following DFB for the latest updates from Disney World. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! The post BREAKING: A Fatal Crash Took Place On the Road to Disney World Today first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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Disney World is constantly changing and evolving to keep up with the times. Even the resorts are getting updated! Whether that’s updating old rides and attractions or adding new technology to the parks, we’ve seen a lot of changes made in recent years. But, these changes are not just restricted to the parks — Disney’s resort hotels are getting new features and offerings as well. Today, we’re sharing a look at some of the BIG ways that Disney World is changing your hotel experience! Adding More Intellectual Property We’re starting to see the addition of more intellectual property into the Disney World Resorts, especially with the new Moana-themed rooms that have debuted at the Polynesian Resort… Refurbished Guest Rooms at the Polynesian …the Incredibles rooms at Disney’s Contemporary Resort… Contemporary Guest Room …and even little touches like the Country Bears additions at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge. Country Bears! While the inclusion of IP in some places, like Disney’s Wilderness Lodge, is more subtle; in other places, like the Contemporary and Polynesian rooms, the theming spans the entire room. Inside the Nightstand in an Incredibles-themed Room at the Contemporary Disney has been incorporating more intellectual property into the parks lately with everything from Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge to the Pandora — The World of Avatar, so it makes sense that they’re doing the same in the resorts. When Disney shared a first look at the Moana-inspired rooms coming to the Polynesian, it noted that “This exciting progress is part of the overall evolution of our Disney Resort hotels, as we infuse even more Disney touches across our collection – just in time for ‘The World’s Most Magical Celebration,’ beginning October 1st, 2021, in honor of Walt Disney World’s 50th anniversary.” A Peek at the Updated Room Though Disney World’s 50th Anniversary has already begun, it will continue for several more months. Could we see more IP-inspired renovations/transformations announced throughout these festivities and/or beyond? It’s possible! More character-inspired hotel spots were set to be added in the future. For example, a Princess and the Frog restaurant had been announced for Disney World’s Reflections Hotel. Though some signs have pointed to a potential cancelation or LENGTHY delay in the development of this hotel, it’s still a good showing of where Disney might be headed with future hotel concepts and the incorporation of more characters into the Resort overall. Reflections — A Disney Lakeside Lodge We’ll definitely be on the lookout for more updates in the ways that fan-favorite characters and movies might get added to the hotels in the future — whether it’s through the decor, dining, or entertainment. Click Here to Check Out the New Moana Rooms! Making Hotels More Immersive Disney World Resort hotels are not just known for their “Disney” touches and incorporation of fan-favorite IP. They’re also known for truly immersing guests in the theming of the hotel. If you think that the hotels are immersive NOW, just wait until Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser (a.k.a. the Star Wars hotel) opens in 2022! ©Disney This one-of-a-kind resort is going to be more like a cruise experience on land, with interactive storylines and experiences throughout your stay. You’ll be able to participate in the fun with special activities like lightsaber training and unique dining options. Is this organic? ©Disney Like we noted above, this is more of a cruise-type experience, and its price reflects that. It’s not really meant to serve as a traditional hotel that you might just use to sleep a few hours before LONG park days. Instead, this hotel is meant to be an experience that takes you away from the real world and allows you to truly live out your own Star Wars story. ©Disney The hotel is set to open in March and only time will tell if it will be a success. If it does work well with fans, could that prompt Disney to give us more resorts/interactive & immersive experiences like this in the future? It’s possible. It’s also possible that portions of this immersive experience could be incorporated in smaller ways into existing or new hotels as Disney sees the Star Wars hotel in action and determines what does and does not “work.” Learn More About the Star Wars Hotel Here! Making Hotels More Tech-Forward There are a number of new technological advances that have been added to Disney World’s hotels in the past few years. For starters, guests can now check into their hotel rooms entirely through the My Disney Experience app. You can just walk straight on in to your home-away-from-home! Guest can also use the “Unlock Door” feature in the My Disney Experience app to use their phones to unlock the room’s door — eliminating the need for a hotel room card/key/MagicBand! With all kinds of new features in the app, you likely won’t even have to visit the front desk during your stay (unless there’s an issue). MagicBand Reader at Gran Destino Tower Room in Coronado Springs Resort Over at Disney’s All-Star Music Resort we recently saw new smart lockers installed which allow guests to access groceries or other packages they might have delivered to their hotel without the need to go to the front desk or get assistance from a Cast Member. The new lockers have arrived! Plus, guests can Mobile Order food from their hotel’s participating Quick Service restaurants and go pick it up with little to no wait — now that’s progress! Select restaurants at the hotels also now participate in Table Service To Go, another Mobile Ordering option that lets you get some of your favorites from table service spots to-go — giving you the ability to eat them back in the room in your PJs if that’s what you so desire! Bread Service To-Go from Sanaa! And more technology is set to be introduced into the Disney World hotel rooms soon. In 2021, Disney announced that Amazon’s Alexa and a new service called Hey, Disney! will be introduced in hotel rooms at Disney World and Disneyland in the future. Hey Disney! The service is set to be rolled out in Disney World starting in 2022, and it will be free for guests staying on property. Amazon Echo devices will be added to Disney World Resort hotel rooms! With this set-up, Amazon Alexa devices will be installed in Disney hotel rooms. The Hey, Disney! service (which is optional) will help guests with things like setting alarms, answering questions (like when the next bus to Magic Kingdom will arrive), requesting things needed for the room (like extra blankets), and more! Click here to see more about how Hey, Disney! will impact your hotel stay From mobile check-in to Amazon Alexa devices in hotel rooms, Disney is working to incorporate more technological features in the resorts. We’re interested to see just what other ideas Disney will announce in the future. There Are TONS of Things Your Hotel Can Do For You! — Click Here Offering More Transportation Options For many years, Disney Resorts and parks were connected by only a few different transportation options: monorail, buses (at least from the resorts to the parks and back), boat, and walking paths. Now, we’ve got the addition of the Disney Skyliner and it’s changing the way we travel between the hotels and parks! It’s an easy way to get from place to place! You can now travel relatively easily from Disney’s Art of Animation Resort to Disney’s Riviera Resort for an early breakfast at Topolino’s Terrace, or jump from Disney’s Pop Century Resort over to Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort to grab a snack and a drink. Resort guests on the Skyliner lines can also take this transportation method over to EPCOT and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Disney’s Skyliner The addition of the walking path from Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa to Magic Kingdom also makes the hotels near Magic Kingdom more interconnected than ever and gives guests the chance to walk over to some of these spots rather than take the monorail or a bus to them. Walk to the Magic Kingdom from the Grand Floridian! Of course, some of these transportation options come with their own complications. The Skyliner, for example, has experienced some issues over the past few years that have left guests stuck for periods of time, and it can close during bad weather. But if you are tired of taking the same old Disney transportation places and/or want to explore some of the hotels easier, these can be great options. Could more walking paths or other forms of transportation soon connect more of the hotels or connect the hotels to the parks in new ways? It’s possible. Disney will obviously have to value the expense of pursuing any of these options and weigh them against the potential benefits. Only time will tell what new things Disney transportation has in store for us. Click here to learn more about transportation in Disney World! Bringing the Characters to YOU! Last but not least, another way that we’ve seen Disney shake things up at the resorts is with the addition of fan-favorite characters — and not just in decor or restaurants! Over the past several months, we’ve encountered various Disney characters at several different hotels, often popping up in unexpected places. You may see some friends at the pool! If you’re staying at a Resort soon, be on the lookout for Goofy at the pool or Mickey in the lobby, because you never know who you might see. If you see the Character Caravan bus in front of the hotel you’ll especially want to keep your eyes open for characters as the bus typically signals their arrival at the hotel. Character Caravan at the Riviera We’ve even seen a special 50th Anniversary design of the caravan, signaling the arrival of some friends in their 50th Anniversary looks at the hotels. Pluto and Goofy stopping by the Beach Club Bringing more characters into the hotels (particularly those who do not have a character dining experience located there) is a great way to allow guests to experience the magic of the parks even on their “rest” days! What other characters might appear at the hotels? Will Disney begin to do other things to incorporate more character interactions in the hotels in the future, aside from the character dining experiences that exist at select locations? We’re certainly on the lookout for any news about that. Want to See More About the Resort Character Encounters? Click Here! Other Changes Disney has also made a number of other updates to the hotels recently that could show where their future plans are headed. For starters, Disney is working on pretty significantly increasing the number of Disney Vacation Club rooms it has. Over at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, for example, one of the hotel buildings will be converted into 200 Resort Studios. Disney had also announced that certain renovations and enhancements would be taking place at the Disney Vacation Club villas at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, and we got a look at what those updated rooms will look like. 2-Bedroom Villa ©Disney That’s certainly a lot of focus on Disney Vacation Club rooms, and it could indicate a greater focus on these types of accommodations in the future as well. One of the features we’re seeing added to some of these spaces is the addition of a fold-down bed. Disney had already said that fold-down beds would be coming to the Polynesian’s Villas and the Villas at Grand Floridian. And we’ve seen them put in other rooms at Value Resorts as well. Fold-Down Bed That could be another signal of what’s to come in the future. Click here to see what the updated DVC rooms at the Grand Floridian are set to look like! That’s a look at just some of the big ways that Disney is changing the hotel experience. Which of these updates are you most excited about? Which do you hope to see expanded further in the future? We can’t wait to see all the new offerings and additions that are ultimately put in place in the Resorts in the future. Stay tuned to DFB for all the latest news on Disney World accommodations. Which Resort Would Our Readers Never Stay in Again? Click Here to Find Out! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What’s your favorite change made to the Resorts recently? Let us know in the comments! The post How Disney World Is Changing Your Hotel Experience first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney works with students from all around the world in a number of ways. With initiatives like the Disney College Program and the Disney Culinary Program and events like Grad Nite (which is coming back to Disneyland this year!), there are a number of ways students can get involved or otherwise celebrate occasions in Disney. Disney California Adventure Park Today, we’ve got some big announcements about this year’s Disney Dreamers Academy summit and what Disney has in store for this year’s students! The Disney Dreamers Academy is a program that focuses on naturing, fostering, and developing the “career aspirations” of students from around the country, particularly Black students and those in underrepresented communities. The Dreamers Academy has now selected its 100 students for this year’s summit, which will take place on March 3rd through 6th in a modified format at Disney World. But this is no ordinary year for the program — it’s actually its 15th year of operation and they’re working to bring back the program with a reimagined approach. ©Disney According to Disney this year will feature “an array of new immersions.” This year’s four-day summit will feature networking opportunities, workshops, mentorship connections, and introductions to potential career opportunities in collaboration with the Walt Disney Company and more. Also, as part of a new initiative, the Disney Dreamer Academy, with the help of The Undefeated and rap artist Cordae, is also giving scholarships to 11 students from underrepresented communities who are about to begin their college careers at Historically Black Colleges & Universities. ©Disney On top of all the enriching opportunities at the summit, students also get an all-expenses-paid trip to Disney World with one of their parents/guardians. According to Disney’s press release, “Since 2008, Disney Dreamers Academy has inspired more than 1,300 students from across the country by fueling their dreams and showing them a world of possibilities as they prepare for their futures. In the years following, graduates have gone on to become doctors, nurses, engineers, pilots, journalists and more, and have transitioned into mentors to the Disney Dreamers who follow them, including event speaker Princeton Parker (Class of 2011), who is now a Disney cast member.” Disney’s health and safety policies It’s a big year for the program as it celebrates its 15th year. We’ll continue to look for updates about this program and we’ll let you know what we find. Want to know even more about the latest Disney news? Check out our recent video rounding up all the info you NEED to know! Could Disney World Close Again Due to COVID-19? 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 about this news? Let us know in the comments! The post A Returning Disney Program is Celebrating Its 15th Anniversary in a Big Way first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The 2022 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts is officially underway and will be taking place in the park through February 21st. We LOVE this display! We’ve already shared a full look at the Festival merchandise, a peek at some special scavenger hunts you can do while there, and FULL reviews of every food booth. We also shared our list of picks for the Best of the Fest. But we wanted to know what YOU, our fabulous readers, like the best at this year’s Festival in terms of snacks. So we put up a poll on our Instagram with a whole bunch of different items for you all to pick from and about 13,000(!!!) of you responded. Here’s what you had to say! We begin our DFB Festival of the Arts bracket with a battle of the sweet treats. On one side we have the Pistachio Cake from The Artist’s Table, and on the other side we have the Orange Mousse from Deco Delights. And the winner is…the Orange Mousse (by quite the margin)! What Would You Pick? Next we have the Dulce Chocolate Mousse from Deco Delights versus the Valrhona Chocolate also from Deco Delights. The winner of this battle was the Dulce Mousse! Time for Some Chocolate! Time for more sweet treat battles. Up next we have the Deconstructed Key Lime Pie from Deconstructed Dish vs. the Pop’t Art from Pop Eats! In this battle, the Deconstructed Key Lime Pie was the winner, but the Pop’t Art wasn’t far behind. Deconstructed Pie for the Win! In the battle between the Vanilla Donut from the Donut Box vs. the Inside Out Donut also from the Donut Box, the winner was…the Inside Out Donut! (If you want our opinion on these donuts click here — we probably would NOT vote this way but hey, everyone is different!) The Inside Out Donut WON!? Next we put the Chocolate-Dipped Donut from the Donut Box up against the Taco de Chocolate from El Artista Hambriento. The winner there was…the Chocolate Dipped Donut! Which would you pick? Chocolate Dipped Donut It Is Ready for more sweet battles? In this challenge the Moelleux aux Noisettes et Chocolats Valrhona: Molten chocolate and hazelnut cake from L’Art de la Cuisine Francaise went up against the Opera Cake from Pastoral Palate. Here, Disney fans voted for the Molten Cake! Will it survive next round? We’ll have to wait to find out! A Closer Call Here! The Bombolini from L’Arte di Mangiare went up against the House-made Crispy Almond Phyllo Pockets from Tangierine Cafe: Flavors of the Medina and the winner was…the Bombolini! What Do You Want To Try? There are MORE sweet battles on the way. Here we’ve got the Cherry Funnel Cake from the Funnel Cakes kiosk in The American Adventure up against the Almond Frangipane Cake from Pop Eats! The race here was relatively tight but the winner was…the Almond Cake. We think the Cherry Funnel Cake is going to be pretty divisive so we can totally understand this vote. Sweet Treat Battle Next was the Passion Fruit Mousse from Vibrante & Vivido: Encanto Cocina vs. the Pineapple and Cherry DOLE Whip Swirl from Refreshment Outpost. The winner here was the DOLE Whip Swirl! DOLE Whips are a popular choice — could this one make it far in this battle? That’ll be up to YOU! A DOLE Whip is a Winner Now it’s time for some COFFEE! In this battle we have the Mocha Cold Brew versus the Colorful Cold Brew, each from different Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea Company kiosks in the park. The winner here was the Mocha Cold Brew — which would you pick? Coffee Time! Continuing the coffee battle we have the Cinnamon Cold Brew up against the Rainbow Dreams Cold Brew, again each from different Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea Company kiosks in the park. The winner here was the Cinnamon Cold Brew — looks like those Cinnamon Squares beat out the Lucky Charms! Coffee Battle Take 2 What would you rather sip on — the Sipping Chocolate Flight from The Artist’s Table or the Deconstructed Apple Pie a la Mode from The Deconstructed Dish? Lots of Disney fans voted and they said they’d prefer to have…the Sipping Chocolate. Drinking apple pie just wasn’t high up on some people’s must-do lists! Chocolate Wins! Next it was time for more beverages to battle. We’ve got the “Panda” Bubble Tea from The Painted Panda on one side, and the Coconut and Passion Fruit Smoothie from Vibrante & Vivido on the other side. And the winner is…the Coconut and Passion Fruit Smoothie — it’s hard to beat those bright colors! Which Drink Would Be Your Pick? Next up we have the Cold Fashion Coffee Cocktail from the Donut Box versus Eastern Dynasty from The Painted Panda. The winner here was pretty clearly the Eastern Dynasty. Oh a Clear Choice Here! Next we have The Lily from El Artista Hambriento and the Smoky Rosemary also from El Artista Hambriento. The winner here was The Lily by a LOT! Would you try this drink during your visit? Click here to see our review! WOW! Then we put the Niseko Flurry from Goshiki against the Blood Orange Cosmo from Refreshment Port. The Blood Orange Cosmo got the votes here, but the Niseko Flurry wasn’t too far behind. Two More Drinks Go to Battle Getting into the more savory dishes, we had the Beef Wellington from The Artist’s Table against the Beef Short Rib from Pastoral Palate. The winner here was the Beef Short Rib — better luck next time Beef Wellington! Time for Some Savory Food! Next, the Pate de Campagne from The Craftsman’s Courtyard battled against the Deconstructed BLT from The Deconstructed Dish. The winner here was clearly the BLT — which would YOU pick? OooOo That BLT is Winning! Then it was time for a battle of seafood! The Seared Scallops from The Artist’s Table battled against the Mussels from The Craftsman’s Courtyard. The Seared Scallops secured the victory here with 81% of the votes. Seafood Lovers: Tell Us Your Thoughts! More seafood battles were then fought. In this challenge we have the Steelhead Trout from The Craftsman’s Courtyard against the Chilled Lobster Bisque Mousse (what we’ve termed “Lobster Jello”) from L’Art de la Cuisine Francaise. And it was actually a TIE…well, sort-of! The votes were so close that the Instagram poll shows it as a tie, but when we took a look at the actual votes in terms of numbers the winner was the Steelhead Trout with 6,205 votes. The Chilled Bisque had 6,086 votes — so close!! A TIE But Not Quite! Next we had the Deconstructed French Onion Soup from The Deconstructed Dish vs. the Wild Mushroom Risotto from Gourmet Landscapes. The French Onion Soup won here with 60% of the votes (don’t worry Wild Mushroom Risotto, we still love you!). French Soup or Risotto? Next up we had some meat battle it out. This challenge was between the Huarache Verde from El Artista Hambriento and the Carne Asada also from El Artista Hambriento. The Carne Asada won here with 78% of the vote — a big win! Another Clear Winner Next up the Beet Carpaccio from Gourmet Landscapes battled against the Warm Brie in a Bread Bowl from L’Art de la Cuisine Francaise and the winner was CLEARLY the Warm Brie (we can’t say we disagree). Another BIG Win! Then it was time for a battle between some more unique and creative dishes — the Bone Marrow from Gourmet Landscapes versus Wild Boar Cassoulet from Pastoral Palate. The winner here was the Wild Boar Cassoulet with 68% of the votes. Could this unique dish take it all the way? Which One Would You Rather Eat? Up next we have the Chicken Kushiage from Goshiki versus the Char Siu Pork Bun from The Painted Panda. The Pork Bun won with 54% of the vote! Time for Another Food Battle! Fried risotto or carrots? That was our next battle — the Arancini from L’Arte di Mangiare versus the Carrots Three Ways from Tangierine Cafe: Flavors of the Medina. Looks like the fried food wins here with the Arancini getting 81% of the votes! Fried Food Takes the Win Here Next it was the Chicken Shumai from The Painted Panda versus the ever popular Sushi Donut from Goshiki. Though the sushi donut has been a favorite of fans in the past, the Chicken Shumai won this round! Time to Decide! Which grilled cheese dish is best at the Festival of the Arts? We had to find out so we put the Tomato Soup with Grilled Cheese up against the Tomato Soup and Bacon, Apple, and Brie Grilled Cheese, both from Pop Eats! Fans were split here and the vote on Instagram showed as a 50/50 TIE! We took a closer look at the actual number of votes and saw that 6,669 people voted for the regular grilled cheese while 6,642 voted for the Bacon, Apple, and Brie version. That means the regular grilled cheese wins this round — sometimes you can’t beat a classic! Another Tie! In the battle between the Ravioli alla Boscaiola from L’Arte di Mangiare and the Spicy Ajiaco Soup from Vibrante & Vivido, the winner was…the Ravioli! What Do You Want to Try? Then we put the Chorizo and Potato Empanada (one of our faves!) from Vibrante & Vivido against the Plant-Based Bratwurst from Refreshment Outpost. The Chorizo and Potato Empanada was the clear winner and truly was an incredibly tasty dish! YUM What bread items should you get at the Festival? There are a few to choose from. Between the Croissant à la Truffe Noire d’Hiver: Black winter truffle croissant from L’Art de la Cuisine Francaise and the Moroccan Bread with Hummus, Fig Tapenade, and Zhoug Dip from Tangierine Cafe: Flavors of the Medina, our readers picked…the Moroccan Bread! BREAD. GIVE US THE CARBS. And finally, the Gnocchi Poutine from Refreshment Port battled against the Grilled Kebabs from Tangierine Cafe: Flavors of the Medina. In this battle, the Poutine won! Poutine Won WHEW. That was quite the bracket! What item will ultimately win it ALL and be deemed the Best of the Fest by our readers? Visit our Instagram to vote during the upcoming bracket days and stay tuned for more results! Click here to see our reviews of EVERY booth at EPCOT’s Festival of the Arts! Want to Learn MORE About the 2022 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts? Click Here to See Photos & Videos From Our Time at the Festival of the Arts Check Out ALL of Our Reviews of the Food Booths at the Festival of the Arts See the Full Menus for All of the Food Booths at the Festival Get a Look at the NEW Figment Popcorn Bucket That Had a Multi-HOUR Wait on the First Day of the Festival Learn More About the Disney on Broadway Concert Series and Dining Packages at the Festival Check Out All of the 2022 Festival of the Arts Merchandise Here! See How to Get a Paint Your Own Figment at the Festival Click HERE for All of the Latest News and Details About the 2022 Festival of the Arts! Join the DFB Newsletter To get all the latest Festival of the Arts news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! What is your favorite item at the Festival of the Arts? Tell us in the comments! The post What Are the Best Eats & Drinks at EPCOT's Festival of the Arts? Thousands of Disney Fans Weigh In! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

“I literally would not have the role I have today had it not been for Disney Dreamers Academy,” says Princeton Parker, a stage manager for Food & Beverage at Disney California Adventure Park. In six years as a cast member, Princeton’s worn many hats, including serving as a strategist for inclusion introducing The Five Keys […]View the full article