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Let’s face it, Disneyland Resort had some KILLER after-hours events in 2021. Oogie Boogie Bash in Disney California Adventure was full of spooky delights (like Agatha Harkness and a Zombie Captain America!) and Merriest Nites in Disneyland was a ton of festive fun and even the Muppets were there (we may or may not have cried when we saw them). Disneyland More nighttime fun is on the way! Disneyland After Dark will be coming back in 2022, and now we just got word about another classic event returning to Disneyland this year. According to the Orange County Register, graduating high school seniors will be able to once again take part in Grad Nite at Disneyland! The class of 2022 will have the chance to participate in the ticketed event on May 13th, 14th, 18th, 20th, 21st, 25th, 26th, and June 1st, 3rd, 4th, 7th, 8th, 10th, 11th, and 17th. Grad Nite features an after-hours party at Disney California Adventure with all sorts of fun from 9 PM to 2 AM. Disney characters will be dressed in graduation gear for photo ops and there will also be themed food and drinks. ©Disney For the last two years, Grad Nite has been canceled due to concerns su rrounding COVID-19. In 2020, the parks were still closed and in 2021, capacity rules didn’t allow for the event to take place. Disney Youth Programs has noted, “When we missed sharing the Disneyland resort Grad Nite experience with the classes of 2020 and 2021, we were determined to bring back the experience soon to the many future graduates who were looking forward to celebrating at the Disneyland resort.” ©Disney If you’re a grad looking to participate in this event, you’ve got three choices for tickets: Grad Nite Private Party Experience ($89): Access to the Grad Nite party and Disney California Adventure starting at 9 PM Grad Nite + Disney California Adventure ($119): All-day access to Disney California Adventure during normal operating hours and access to the Grad Nite party Grad Nite + Park Hopper ($179): All-day access to Disneyland & Disney California Adventure during normal operating hours and access to the Grad Nite party Registration for this event goes quick, so be sure to jump on that if you’ve got a graduating kiddo that wants to celebrate! Registration for the event is now open. You can click here to learn more! Disney California Adventure Park Stay tuned here for more Disney news! NEWS: Disneyland After Dark Events are Returning in 2022! Disneyland Reviews and Information Click HERE to Check Out Lots of DFB Posts About Disneyland See the Latest Updates About Disneyland’s Mask Policy Check Out Our Disneyland Restaurants Guide See What Marvelous Stuff You’ll Find at Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure Park Check Out Details from the Historic Reopening of Disneyland Resort See What You Need to Know About the Theme Park Reservation System for Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Learn About the Disneyland Mobile App Get All the Details About Mobile Order in Disneyland See More About Pixar Pier in Disney California Adventure What’s Going to Be Different About Your Next Disneyland Trip? Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe What do you think about Grad Nite coming back to Disneyland? Let us know in the comments! The post NEWS: Grad Nite is Coming BACK to Disneyland Resort This Year first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Are you starting to think about your travel plans this summer? Adventures By Disney offers unique itineraries at destinations all around the world, including regions like Europe, South America, Africa, and even the Arctic. ©Disney Traveling abroad can seem like a costly endeavor, but there’s a new limited-time offer that may sweeten the deal for you and your family! Travelers can save $500 per person on select 2022 Danube and Rhine River Cruise Adventures! That’s a total savings of $2,000 for a family of four. That savings can add up and help you cover the cost of plane tickets, or add a little extra cash to your pocket for souvenir shopping! ©Disney In order to redeem this offer, you have to book through February 28th, 2022 for departures between June 26th and August 4th, 2022. The 8 day/7 night Danube River Cruises take guests through Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, and Germany… Danube River Cruise map © Disney …while the 8 day/7 night Rhine River Cruises take travelers through Switzerland, France, Germany, and The Netherlands! Rhine River Cruise map © Disney Note that you cannot combine this with any other offer, and it’s only valid on new bookings. Interested? Call (877) 728-7282 for more information or contact your travel agent. Be sure to follow along for more of the latest ways to save on your Adventures By Disney vacation, or with any other Disney vacation you may take in 2022! Thinking of booking a Disney World vacation for 2022? Click here for some of the latest ways to save! Our favorite people over at Small World Vacations are ready to help you save time, headaches, and best of all, money, when you book your Disney trip or cruise. Their agents compare current offers to find the best deal for you -- they've literally saved their guests millions of dollars since 1996. Plus, their services are 100% FREE FOR YOU! (They're DFB's recommended travel agency, and you can see why here!) So book that trip now, then sit back and enjoy planning your Disney World Trip with a DFB-approved expert! Click here for a no obligation price quote today, and let them know DFB sent you http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/customemailexample.jpg Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Have you ever traveled with Adventures By Disney? Let us know in the comments! The post You Could SAVE BIG on the Adventures By Disney Trip of Your Dreams! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Another day, another donut. Back in the day, there used to be some EPIC TV crossover events on the Disney channel, and what about that time ALL the Disney IP came together in one movie (shoutout to Ralph Breaks the Internet!)? Well, we’ve got a different kind of crossover today, and it involves DONUTS! We “donut” know what we’d do without this place! A new donut made its way to Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew in Disney Springs (warning: it’s got that infamous blue dye), but is it worth a try? Let’s find out! Introducing the new Cirque du Soleil Donut from Everglazed! If you haven’t seen the new Cirque du Soleil show in Disney Springs, you might be wondering, “what’s with the stars and the paint palette?” This donut’s decorations are inspired by Drawn to Life, presented by Cirque du Soleil and Disney, which is the newest Disney-exclusive acrobatic show that has been called “A love letter to the art of Disney animation.” We’re leaping with excitement! Now that you know the backstory, let’s talk about how it tastes. The Cirque du Soleil donut is a glazed donut with vanilla frosting and vanilla buttercream, then topped with an edible disc and a plastic paint palette (note: the plastic paint palette is NOT edible but it does make for a cute, tiny souvenir). It’s a nice soft, moist donut, and the frosting-to-donut ratio is pretty standard. If you prefer a frosting-heavy donut, don’t expect a generous amount in every bite. So artistic! This donut was very sweet and heavy on that classic vanilla flavor. Basically, we were swimming in a sea of vanilla — which isn’t necessarily a bad thing if you love that flavor. In terms of taste, it’s a standard Everglazed donut that’s perfect for people like simple treats. If you’re a fan of sweet treats, this is a safe option. We’re also happy to report that the blue dye in the icing wasn’t that messy (for once!). Look at that icing If you’re looking for something more fun and adventurous, or something less sweet, you might want to seek out a different donut at Everglazed or try one of the other fantastic treats around Disney Springs. If you want to try it for yourself, you can get this fun Cirque du Soleil donut for $6.23 at Everglazed in Disney Springs right now. Be sure to stay tuned for more food reviews and upcoming news! 2 BIG Changes Made to the NEW Cirque du Soleil Show Coming to Disney World! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Preorder 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 preorder 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 place to grab a snack in Disney Springs? Let us know in the comments! The post Want a Gorgeous Snack and Tiny Souvenir? Disney World Has You Covered! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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We made it through the holidays in Disney World and now it’s officially 2022! Magic Kingdom If you’re planning a 2022 Disney World visit, you might be wondering what park hours look like. Recently, Disney released park hours through early March, and now a few more dates have been added to the calendar. Take a look at what March 2022 will look like in Disney World so far! Magic Kingdom Magic Kingdom will be open from 9AM to 8PM from March 1st through the 12th, and from 9AM to 9PM on March 13th through the 15th. Extended Evening Hours will take place on select dates as noted on the calendar from 8PM to 10PM. This special perk allows guests staying at Deluxe Hotels and Deluxe Villas extra time in the park. ©Disney We’ll be updating with more park hours as Disney releases them! EPCOT EPCOT will be open from 10AM to 9PM from March 1st through the 15th, with two Extended Evening Hours scheduled to take place on March 7th and the 14th from 9PM to 11PM. ©Disney Park Hopping remains open from 2PM to closing time for Disney Parks. Disney’s Hollywood Studios Disney’s Hollywood Studios will be open from 9AM to 9PM from March 1st through the 15th. ©Disney These are pretty standard hours for Hollywood Studios. Disney’s Animal Kingdom In Disney’s Animal Kingdom, the hours will be 9AM to 7PM from March 1st through the 15th. ©Disney These hours are more of the same from what we’ve already seen in January and February of 2022 for this park. Disney Springs In Disney Springs the hours will be 10AM to 11PM from March 1st through the 15th, except on Fridays and Saturdays where the shopping and dining district stays open until 11:30PM. ©Disney We’ll continue to update this post as Disney releases more hours so keep checking back for more Disney World news and updates! And check out our video about what’s different in Disney World in 2022! Should you go to Disney World in 2022? Click here to see our thoughts! 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! Preorder 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 preorder 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 trip in 2022? Tell us in the comments! The post Disney World Park Hours Announced Through March 2022 first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. 2022 is officially here, and we have a lot to look forward to! 2022 is Here! We’ve got our 2022 Minnie Ears and we’re ready for more ways to celebrate the new year! Want to get some new Disney merch for yourself? We’ve compiled a list of ALL the 2022 Disney merchandise you can find online, so take a look! 2022 Apparel You can find a 2022 Mickey and Friends Disneyland T-Shirt for adults for $24.99! It comes in sizes small to 4XL, but keep in mind that the small to large sizes have already sold out! ©shopDisney The art includes Mickey, Donald, Goofy, Pluto, Chip ‘n’ Dale, and Disneyland icons. You don’t have to visit Disneyland to get this 2022 t-shirt — you can order it right now from the comfort of your couch. Order the 2022 Disneyland T-Shirt here! Kids can also match with adults! The 2022 Mickey and Friends Disneyland T-Shirt for Kids comes in sizes 4 to 14, and it has the same art as the adult t-shirt for $19.99. ©shopDisney Made with soft knit jersey fabric, this t-shirt is a great option to wear on your next Disney trip! Find the 2022 Disneyland T-Shirt for Kids here! If you want to stay warm, you can get the 2022 Disneyland Mickey and Friends Hoodie featuring screen art of Mickey, 2022, and fireworks on the back. “Disneyland Resort” is embroidered in yellow on one sleeve. ©shopDisney On the front of the hoodie you’ll find an embroidered Mickey on the chest, and “Two Times the Magic” on the front pocket. It comes in sizes XS to 4XL and costs $59.99. Sizes XXL to 4XL are currently sold out! Check out the 2022 Mickey and Friends Hoodie here! Babies can join in on the 2022 fun too! Check out this 2022 Mickey Onesie in sizes newborn to 18-24 months. ©shopDisney This onesie has the same screen print art that we saw on the hoodie, along with contrasting color trim. You can get it for $19.99! Get the 2022 Mickey Onesie here! If you have an older kiddo who likes hoodies, get the 2022 Mickey Zip Front Hoodie for Kids for $44.99! It comes in sizes 3 to 14, and it features blue dip dye sleeves and hem. ©shopDisney The front of the hoodie has screen art of the Disneyland logo, and on the back of the hoodie you’ll find Mickey, Donald, Goofy, Pluto, Chip ‘n’ Dale, and Disneyland icons. Order the 2022 Mickey Zip Front Hoodie for Kids here! If your kiddo is more of a Minnie fan, you can get them the 2022 Minnie Zip Front Hoodie for $44.99! This hoodie features Minnie Mouse and Daisy Duck screen art on the front, along with Minnie, Mickey, Donald, Daisy, Goofy, Pluto, Chip ‘n’ Dale, and Disneyland Resort icons on the back. ©shopDisney It comes in sizes 3 to 14, and it even has a colorful character lining! Get the 2022 Minnie Zip Front Hoodie here! Get the 2022 Mickey and Friends Zip Front Hoodie for Women for $64.99. It comes in sizes XS to 3X. It has screen art of Mickey and 2022 on the front, along with “Disneyland Resort” on the sleeve. ©shopDisney On the back you’ll find screen art with Mickey, Donald, Goofy, Pluto, and Chip ‘n’ Dale. The hood features a print lining of fan-favorite Disney characters too! Here’s where you can find the 2022 Mickey and Friends Zip Front Hoodie! This 2022 Minnie Mouse Pullover Top is a really cute option for kids, coming in sizes 3 to 14. It has ruffle trim sleeves and a screen print of Minnie, 2022, and Sleeping Beauty Castle. ©shopDisney It costs $29.99 on shopDisney now! Find the 2022 Minnie Mouse Pullover Top for Kids here! Want some joggers to go with your new 2022 hoodie? Grab the 2022 Mickey Jogger Pants for Women for $44.99! It has embroidered Mickey and fireworks screen art and blue diagonal accent panels. ©shopDisney There’s also Disneyland Resort screen art on one leg, and you can grab these joggers in sizes XS to 3X. Here’s where you can find the 2022 Mickey Jogger Pants! And Star Wars fans can also celebrate the new year with this 2022 Boba Fett T-Shirt. What’s so cool about this t-shirt? It’s customizable! You can choose the color AND style. ©shopDisney The zero in 2022 is filled by Boba Fett’s helmet, and prices range from $19.99 to $39.99 depending on whether you choose a t-shirt, long sleeves, kids’ t-shirt, or a hoodie! Customize and order your 2022 Boba Fett Shirt here! 2022 Accessories You can also accessorize with a 2022 Mickey Backpack that has “Disneyland Resort 2022” and an embroidered Mickey Mouse on the front, along with silhouettes of Disneyland attractions. ©shopDisney The backpack features adjustable padded straps, multiple zip compartments, and a top carry handle. You can get it for $39.99. Order the 2022 Mickey Backpack here! The 2022 Mickey Cinch Sack Tote has a drawstring top and shoulder straps, making it a great Disney Parks bag! You’ll find a zip mesh pocket on the front, as well as screen art of Mickey, 2022, and Disneyland Resort attractions. ©shopDisney You can grab it for $26.99 now! Find the 2022 Mickey Cinch Sack Tote here! 2022 Housewares Want a collectible glass? Get the 2022 Mickey and Friends Mini Glass for $9.99! ©shopDisney This glass has screen art featuring Mickey, Donald, Goofy, and Pluto, along with 2022 and Disneyland icons. Order the 2022 Mickey and Friends Mini Glass here! 2022 Collectibles There’s also a 2022 Special Edition Collectible Key! This key was created especially for the Disney Store and shopDisney, and it costs $12.99. ©shopDisney This key has Fantasyland Castle teeth, Mickey and Minnie with the 2022 logo, and Mickey icons. It comes in a commemorative window display box! Get the 2022 Collectible Key here! And there are two special 2022 Disney nuiMOs outfits perfect for your nuiMOs collection! This nuiMOs Gold Suit with 2022 Hat comes with metallic sequin gold pants and vest, along with a white shirt and a gold bow tie. The hat is black with a gold band and “2022.” ©shopDisney You can get this outfit for $12.99! Find the 2022 nuiMO Gold Suit here! And there’s another gold outfit too! The 2022 nuiMO Gold Wrap Dress comes with a gold dress and ears for $12.99! The wrap dress is made with metallic gold and the ears say “20” on one ear and “22” on the other! ©shopDisney Imagine your Disney nuiMOs plush wearing this adorable outfit to ring in 2022! Here’s where to find the 2022 nuiMOs Gold Wrap Dress! And that’s all the Disney 2022 merchandise you can find online! We’ll be watching out for more items to be added so keep checking back with DFB for more shopping news. Tie-Dye fans will LOVE these new Spirit Jerseys! 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! Preorder 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 preorder 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 grabbed any of the new 2022 merchandise yet? Tell us in the comnents! The post Every 2022 Disney Item You Can Get Online Right Now! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Hello friends! It’s a new year, we’ve got some new merchandise, new food offerings, and more in store for 2022. Come with us as we take a look around and explore what’s new at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Hello & Happy New Year! The days following Christmas in Disney World can look a little unpredictable. Some days have been very crowded, while other days surprised us! Our visit to Animal Kingdom proved that the crowd level may not be what you’d expect, so always be prepared. Now let’s get going and take a look at what’s new! Animal Kingdom Merchandise Updates Snack Carts The shiny Christmas Tree Popcorn Buckets and the 50th Anniversary Minnie Mouse Sippers were back in stock during our most recent visits to Animal Kingdom. The gold tree popcorn buckets are $25, while the Minnie sippers are $15.99. For our collector friends, this is your chance to grab that bucket and sipper! Restock alert! We found these reusable snack items at various popcorn stands throughout Disney’s Animal Kingdom, so keep an eye out or ask a Cast Member. Check out more 50th Anniversary popcorn buckets here! Riverside Depot Riverside Depot has a few new Disney pins, including the limited edition 50th Anniversary Vault Collection pin for $24.99 and some of the Magical Comics pins. We’ve seen most of these pins around at the other Disney parks, but we’re happy to see that they made their way to Animal Kingdom. Look at all these new pins! There are also some new infant/toddler t-shirts available for $19.99 each. You can get this white and red ringer tee with Mickey… Classic but CUTE! …or this gray and blue version instead! We can’t decide which is our favorite. What do you think? Which is your favorite? Some of the holiday merchandise previously discovered at the Emporium in Magic Kingdom is now available at Riverside Depot. We found this salt and pepper shaker set for $29.99. Even your salt and pepper can get in on the holiday action! This fun cookie jar is $54.99, but keep your eyes out because it could go on sale soon now that Christmas is over! Cookies for Santa? no, these cookies are for US! That about covers all the new merchandise we found in Animal Kingdom. Let’s see what there is to EAT! Animal Kingdom Food Updates Most of the new things in Animal Kingdom are food-related. We found snacks, treats, and drinks for days in the park! We’ll break it down by restaurant so that it’s easier to show you what’s new. Warung Outpost A few months ago we noticed that Warung Outpost started selling popcorn, but now the menu has expanded to include muffins, hot dogs, and a breakfast sandwich! New options…again! This is certainly a random assortment of food — especially for a location that used to mostly sell frozen margaritas and other drinks. If you’re looking for a little 50th Anniversary treat to hold you over, try the Birthday muffin next time you’re in Asia! Flame Tree Barbecue/Restaurantosaurus Next, we visited Flame Tree Barbecue, where we usually get some tasty barbecue or smoked meat, like the Smoked Meatloaf Platter. This time, though, we found a New Year 2022 Cupcake, which looks JUST like last year’s cupcake; talk about déjà vu! Look familiar? Both Flametree Barbecue and Restaurantosaurus have the 2022 cupcake. If you’re looking for a NEW 2022 cupcake, check out the one sold at the Boardwalk instead! Click here to see the Boardwalk Bakery’s 2022 New Year Cupcake Animal Kingdom Various Updates During our trip to Animal Kingdom, the crowds were big in some areas, but not as bad in other places. The line for Kilimanjaro Safaris got pretty long by mid-afternoon, but you can check the average wait times for most attractions using Disney Genie! Crowds were moderate Keep in mind that Expedition Everest is getting ready to close, and it will be unavailable for three months! Expedition Everest With that, we’ve covered all that’s new at Animal Kingdom! Do you have a trip to Disney World anytime soon? Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney World news and updates. The BEST (and WORST) Things We Ate at Disney World in December! 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! Preorder 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 preorder 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 in 2022? Let us know in the comments! The post What's New in Animal Kingdom: Popular Collectibles Restocked, a Recycled Cupcake, and More! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If you’ve been to any Disney park, chances are good that you’ve seen the beautiful confection counters inside different sweet shops. Looks delicious! Elaborately decorated treats like caramel apples, fudge, rice krispy treats, cookies, and more are displayed in these windows for guests to purchase. You’ll usually find different treats for sale, depending on the season or other events going on. But how do the incredible confections get to these counters in the first place? Disney just released an interview with a pastry chef at Disneyland Paris that gives you an inside look at everything that has to happen for the treats to make it to you. Thomas is a pastry chef at Les Délices de Minnie — which translates to “Minnie’s Delights” — at Disneyland Paris. This is the main pastry shop for Disneyland Paris, and it provides treats for most of the confection locations in the park. They especially focus on making treats for buffet restaurants, like Plaza Gardens Restaurant. ©Disney Thomas reported that there are about thirty people on his team at Les Délices de Minnie, including “a kitchen porter, a weekend kitchen porter, a kitchen steward, a storekeeper, and a delivery man” as well as “the different pastry chefs, assistant, demi, chef de parti and sous chef pastry chefs and Benoit, the chef.” ©Disney The long day of pastry making begins at 6AM for Thomas, who arrives at the kitchen and gets it all ready for the rest of the Cast Members. He turns on the equipment and welcomes the morning shift Cast Members. Pastry Chef at Disney World’s Main Street Confectionery Desserts are made the day before they’re needed, so the team begins by finishing up any last-minute touches and decorations for that day’s batch before sending them out. Around 8 or 9AM, the rest of the team arrives and they all work together to create the desserts for the following day. Makin’ the goodies at Disney World’s Main Street Confectionery The desserts might be classic treats or special holiday and event creations, depending on the time of year and what’s happening in the parks. For example, recently they’ve been focusing on Christmas-themed desserts like a “Christmas tree–shaped gingerbread with a Christmas print on it and a Rodolphe tartlet with caramel praline.” ©Disney According to Thomas, the team makes between “4,000 and 8,000 pastries per person every day”! WOW. Hard at work! But the day-to-day pastry creation isn’t the only part of this job. The chefs are also involved with dreaming up NEW treats for the parks and then bringing those ideas to life. Members on their team are free to make up their own creations and recipes and then present those to management. If they’re approved, those creations might become the next treat guests find in the display cases! Pastries at Zuri’s Sweets Shop in Disney’s Animal Kingdom And that’s a day in the life of a Disney pastry chef! It sounds like a LOT of work, but we’re so grateful that the talented Cast Members share their delicious creations with us in the Disney parks. Keep following DFB for more of the latest Disney news! Click Here to See a Behind-the-Scenes Look at a Day in the Life of a Disney Food Blog Writer 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! Preorder 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 preorder 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 Disney job would you most like to have? Let us know in the comments! The post Hold Up. Disney Pastry Chefs Make HOW MANY Treats Every Day? 😮 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. We’ve seen all kinds of Disney collaborations in the past. We Love You Tigger! From Disney x Dooney & Bourke bags, to Disney x ColourPop collections and Disney x Starbucks items, there are some great Disney items out there to add to your collection. Disney has also partnered with brands like kate spade new york to release some epic items in the past. Now, Disney and kate spade are back at it again with a collection themed to a beloved bouncing character! Buckle up Tigger fans, Disney x kate spade’s latest collection is sure to get you bouncing!! Recently, kate spade’s tigger collection became available online and it’s full of items that are simple yet colorful and adorable — perfect accessories to add to any look. And what’s even better is that several of the items are actually ON SALE! Right now you can pick up the Disney x kate spade Tigger Tote Bag for $269 (typically priced at $379 — that’s a big savings!!). ©kate spade The bag comes in a beautiful, bright red color with a design on it featuring Tigger frolicking with some flowers in hand. ©kate spade It also comes with a detachable wristlet on the inside, making this essentially a 2-for-1 type of piece. Click here to bounce off with this adorable bag! Right now, you can also pick up the kate spade Tigger crossbody bag for $219 (normally $299). ©kate spade The bag has some fun red lining on the inside to give you that pop of color! On the outside, you’ll find Tigger making a heart with his tail. ©kate spade Seriously, how adorable is that?! Click here to bring home the Tigger crossbody bag! But wait, there’s SO much more! You can also snatch up the Tigger sweatshirt ($99, normally $159)… ©kate spade …Tigger card holder ($75, normally $99)… ©kate spade …Tigger phone case ($35, normally $50)… ©kate spade …Tigger wallet ($179, normally $249)… ©kate spade …Tigger shirt ($55, normally $89), and more! ©kate spade There’s plenty to pick from for Tigger fans! Click here to shop the Disney x kate spade Tigger collection! Be sure to grab these items on sale while you can. We’ll continue to look for more great Disney merchandise and let you know what we find. Click here to see the Valentine’s Day Disney plushes that are now 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! Preorder 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 preorder 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 fan of these Tigger items? Tell us your favorite in the comments! The post You Could SAVE BIG on Disney's latest kate spade Collection first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Welcome back, DFB friends! We’re here with another What’s New at Disney Springs! Disney Springs It’s been a busy week at Disney Springs as guests ring in the new year, but all of the new things we found have nothing to do with the holidays at all! Instead, we’ve got a brand new treat inspired by the newest Star Wars show on Disney+ AND a popular new spirit jersey that just might be the next must-get 50th-anniversary item. So, let’s check it out! Disney Springs Food Update Amorette’s Patisserie If you’ve been missing getting in your weekly Baby Yoda and Mandalorian fix, then there’s a brand new show for you on Disney+! The Book of Boba Fett debuted on the streaming network on December 29th, 2021, and Amorette’s Patisserie is celebrating with a brand new treat in Disney Springs! ‘Book of Boba Fett’ Petit Cake The new Book of Boba Fett Petit Cake arrived at the decadent bakery this week and features a Chocolate Chiffon Cake with Peanut Butter Mousse, Banana Mousse, and Peanut Butter Chips. Now, we had our worries about the flavor combination, and…well…we ended up with mixed feelings after giving it a try. The cake itself was the best part! The only catch to ordering this SUPER detailed, well-crafted cake is that you’ll need to shell out $22 (or over $24 when you take into account tax). But, it is certainly big enough to split! Read Our FULL Review of the ‘Book of Boba Fett’ Petit Cake HERE! Disney Springs Merchandise Update World of Disney Disney is still releasing a ton of merchandise in honor of the 50th-anniversary celebrations and now there’s a NEW purple glitter 50th anniversary Spirit Jersey! We spotted this comfy top in World of Disney and it features Walt Disney World written on the back in different shades of glitter… New merch alert! …and has the 50th logo on the front in the same glittery pattern! Go get it if ya want it! When we stopped by, there were still quite a few in stock, but you might want to grab one soon as Disney’s spirit jerseys tend to sell out! It costs $84.99. See More of This Glittery Spirit Jersey HERE! Well, that’s it for everything new at Disney Springs for now! Be sure to check back with us for more updates and, in the meantime, learn about all the BIG changes you can anticipate during your 2022 Disney World vacation in our video below!  Check out What’s New at Magic Kingdom HERE! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Preorder 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 preorder 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 2022 Disney World vacation? Let us know in the comments! The post What’s New in Disney Springs: A (!!) Cake and Glittery Spirit Jersey first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s the beginning of a new year, and that means a lot of exciting things for Disney World! Magic Kingdom Later this year, we’ve got a new hotel opening, a brand-new ride, and some fan-favorite entertainment coming back. But what’s going on in January? Today, we’re sharing a list of 7 things that you need to know about! Disney’s Magical Express is Officially Gone It has been coming for a long time (it was announced in January of last year) but Disney’s Magical Express is officially done. The free perk used to be offered to guests of Disney World resorts, transporting you from the airport directly to your hotel. But now, airport transportation is up to you. Goodbye, Magical Express! There are a few options available now, but you’ll have to pay for them. You’ll also have to schedule and plan them yourself — so make sure to do your research ahead of time! Click Here to Learn More About the Replacement Services! The EPCOT International Festival of the Arts is Back! Starting on January 14th, the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts is coming back again. We can’t wait to stroll through World Showcase checking out all the beautiful artwork and merchandise from talented artists, not to mention the stellar performers of the Disney on Broadway concert series. EPCOT Festival of the Arts And as usual, the food studios will be back again with some fan-favorite returning dishes and some new offerings. We’re excited to try it all and explore the festival on its first day, so stay tuned to DFB for all the coverage! Click here to see the FULL list of Festival of the Arts BOOTHS! Some Thrill Rides Are Having Big Refurbishments For starters, Expedition Everest is having a huge closure in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. The ride will go under refurbishment on January 4th and remain closed through mid-April. That’s quite a long time for a ride closure! Expedition Everest Splash Mountain will close on January 10th and remain that way for a whole month, until February 10th. If either of these rides is on your must-do list, you may want to rearrange your plans accordingly. So far, Disney hasn’t released any information on what’s happening during the Expedition Everest refurb, but they have noted that Splash Mountain’s closure is for general maintenance. Click Here for a Full List of Refurbishments You Need to Know About! One Water Park Closes, Another Reopens On January 2nd, Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park closed for refurbishment. Blizzard Beach We don’t currently know how long it will be closed, but don’t worry — Typhoon Lagoon reopened that same day after being closed for nearly two years! Read MORE about the reopening of Typhoon Lagoon here! The Disney Skyliner Will Be Closed for a Week It seems like January is the month of refurbishments because there will also be a short closure for the Disney Skyliner. Parts of the transportation service will be unavailable from January 23rd through January 28th. Walt Disney World Skyliner At this time, it’s unclear if it will be the entire Skyliner or just a section. When chatting with a Cast Member, we were told the closure would affect all resorts on the Skyliner pathway, but the website only notes a refurb for the line that runs from Caribbean Beach to Riviera to EPCOT. Click Here to Read About a Problem We Had on the Disney World Monorail! Disney World Marathon Weekend The Festival of the Arts isn’t the only big event happening in January — we’ll also get the incredibly popular Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend! This runDisney event invites runners to participate in races around Disney World property in the early morning over the course of a few days, and it will take place in 2022 from January 5th-9th. ©Disney During that time, expect higher crowds in the parks, as many runners bring their families on vacation during that time. The races shouldn’t affect too much since they’re early in the morning, although they may mess up traffic patterns around the property if you’re driving during that time. Club Level Returns to More Locations When the Disney World Resort hotels first reopened in the summer of 2020, there were some perks and offerings that weren’t available. But one of those, Club Level, has been slowly returning over the past few months. Disney’s Beach Club Resort In January, Club Level lounges are reopening at Yacht Club on January 20th and at Beach Club the following week on January 27th. Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort will have Club Level service return in early February, on the 3rd. Click Here to Check Out a Club Level Room Tour! Those are some of the top things that you need to know about Disney World in January 2022! We’ll keep you covered with all the news as it happens in the coming weeks and months, so stay tuned to DFB! 30 Things That Are STILL Free in Disney World — Click Here! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Preorder 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 preorder 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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DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Disney has been releasing some super popular spirit jerseys lately! Lots of Spirit Jerseys! We’ve recently seen some new 50th anniversary spirit jerseys like the Cinderella Castle spirit jersey and the new glittery purple spirit jersey, as well as a Mickey waffle spirit jersey that actually smells like waffle syrup! Now three MORE spirit jerseys have been released, so check them out here! If you visit shopDisney you’ll find three new spirit jersey options, including this Disney World Tie-Dye Spirit Jersey featuring a colorful blue, yellow, pink, and green tie-dye print. There’s a puffy ink Disney World logo on the front… ©shopDisney …and puffy multicolored “Walt Disney World” on the back and sleeves. This would be the perfect spirit jersey to wear at the upcoming 2022 EPCOT Festival of the Arts! ©shopDisney You can get it in sizes XS to XXL for $74.99! Get the Disney World Tie-Dye Spirit Jersey here! If you’re not into the Disney World logo, you can grab the same print with the Mickey Mouse Tie-Dye Spirit Jersey, which has a puffy, silhouette Mickey on the front… ©shopDisney …and a puffy color block “Mickey Mouse” across the back. Both spirit jerseys are made with 100% cotton. ©shopDisney The Mickey Mouse Spirit Jersey is also $74.99 and comes in sizes XS to XXL. Shop for the Mickey Mouse Tie-Dye Spirit Jersey here! And the new Disney Vacation Club Spirit Jersey was created exclusively for Disney Vacation Club (DVC) Members! You must be logged into your DVC account to purchase. The front features a puffy ink DVC Member logo… ©shopDisney …and the back says “Disney Vacation Club Member” in retro colors, along with Mickey Mouse! ©shopDisney You can grab the DVC Spirit Jersey for $64.99 in sizes XS to XXL as long as you’re logged into your account. Find the DVC Member Spirit Jersey here! If you’re a Disney spirit jersey fan, you might want to snag one of these new ones before they sell out on shopDisney! Keep reading DFB for more Disney shopping news and updates! One of the SMELLIEST Spirit Jerseys has arrived 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! Preorder 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 preorder 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 Disney spirit jerseys? Tell us in the comments! The post Tie-Dye Fans Will LOVE These New Disney Spirit Jerseys first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We may be wrapping up all the Christmas celebrations in Disney World, but there’s still one more way to celebrate the holiday! Holiday Decorations at Disney’s Hollywood Studios Día de Reyes is a holiday that is celebrated by most in Mexico and Latin America and is observed on January 6th to honor the day that the three wise men brought gifts to baby Jesus. This is traditionally the date that gifts are exchanged in these cultures, but it’s also known for one of its specialty treats — Conchas! And, now you can get in on the celebrations with a brand new Disney-inspired recipe from D23! If you’re not familiar, Conchas are traditional Mexican sweet bread rolls that get their name from their rounded shape and striped, seashell-patterned look. These sweet bread rolls with crunchy topping have been known to make their way to Disneyland from time to time (most recently they were featured in the Pan Dulce Ice Cream Sandwich) and we’ve even seen Minnie Ears inspired by them in the past! But, now you can make them at home thanks to D23! ©D23 You will need some special equipment and ingredients to get this going in your kitchen, but follow the directions below and you’ll be enjoying your very own Mickey-Inspired Conchas in no time! Ingredients Bread 1/4 cup whole milk, room temperature 1 packet active dry yeast (see instructions on yeast packaging to activate) 1/3 cup granulated sugar, divided 3-1/2 to 3-3/4 cups all-purpose flour 3/4 tsp salt 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted 3 large eggs, beaten Topping 3/4 cup powdered sugar 1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 tsp vanilla extract 1 tbsp cocoa powder if using Special equipment Stand mixer with bread hook Concha cutter Instructions Activate the yeast by following the instructions on the packaging. Be sure the yeast is foamy or bubbly; if it’s not, toss out and try again. In the mixing bowl of a stand mixer, add the flour, sugar, and salt. Mix to combine. Mix in the melted butter and beaten eggs until combined; then, attach the dough hook and add the activated yeast mixture. Mix on medium-low for about 5 to 8 minutes until the dough is elastic and smooth. FYI: The dough should be slightly tacky, but not sticky. If sticky, add a small amount of flour until tacky. Grease a large bowl with butter or vegetable oil; place the dough in a bowl and cover loosely with plastic wrap or a clean towel. Set the bowl in a warm area and allow it to rise, doubling in size. Note: This may take up to 2 hours. When the dough has risen, divide it into 12 to 14 pieces. Line baking sheets with parchment paper, then shape the dough into balls. TIP: To make the Mickey head shape, use one ball for the head and divide another ball to make the ears. Set the balls aside on parchment-lined baking sheets while the topping is made. Mix together the flour, powdered sugar, butter, and vanilla extract in a bowl with a spatula. Mix until a smooth paste is formed. Separate out the desired amount to add food coloring or cocoa powder, if desired. Divide the topping to equal the amounts of dough balls. Remember, the ears count as one ball! Roll out balls of topping and then flatten by hand to be about the same size as a dough ball. Then press down on the dough ball to flatten it a bit; place the topping onto the flattened dough and gently spread the topping to cover the top and sides. Use the Concha cutter or a sharp knife to gently cut the pattern into the topping without cutting the dough underneath. Place the dough balls far enough apart on the parchment-lined baking sheets for the dough to rise. Cover the dough with plastic wrap or a clean towel and allow to rise for another hour. The topping will separate and maybe crack—that’s normal. When the dough has risen, preheat the oven to 350°, and bake on the center rack for about 20 to 25 minutes or until the bread is lightly golden. Allow them to cool before moving. The topping is delicate and brittle. So, there you have it — how to make your own Mickey-Inspired Conchas this holiday season! We’ve got plenty more Disney recipes to help you bring a bit of magic into your kitchen, so be sure to see if your favorites are featured here! Click here to see tons of Disney recipes! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Will you be whipping up this recipe in your kitchen this year? Let us know in the comments! The post Disney Recipe: Learn How to Make Your Own Mickey-Shaped Conchas at HOME! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

New year, new you, new…cupcakes? 2022 Minnie Ears Several spots in Disney World are starting fresh in 2022 with some new snacks and flavors. Gideon’s Bakehouse in Disney Springs has new cookies and cold brew with a banana theme, and Disney World is introducing several new snacks to continue the 50th Anniversary Celebration. Now, another popular treat spot is getting a few new desserts for the new year! Sprinkles, a famous cupcake store with locations in both Disney Springs (at Disney World) and Downtown Disney (at Disneyland) has NEW flavors for January! Sprinkles Cupcakes These treats will be available at different times during January, so make a note of the dates so that you know which cupcake will be here during your visit. Sprinkles in Downtown Disney! The Kir Royale Cupcake is just about gone — today is the last day you can buy this one! It’s made with sparkling rosé cake, filled with raspberry Chambord jam, and topped with the Chambord jam marbled into cream cheese frosting. ©Sprinkles But don’t worry if you’ll miss that treat. The next ones will stay for at least a little bit longer! The Happy New Year Sprinkle Cupcake is birthday cake filled with colorful sprinkles, topped with vanilla frosting and even more sprinkles on top. This one is available now through January 5th. ©Sprinkles The S’more Cupcake has a graham cracker crust on the bottom, a Belgian dark chocolate cake, a chocolate ganache filling, and a toasted marshmallow frosting on top. S’more Cupcakes from Sprinkles, 2019 You can get this one from January 3rd through the 16th. ©Sprinkles Following the S’more Cupcake is the Pop Tart Cupcake, which has a vanilla cake that’s lined with a sugar cookie crust. It’s filled with strawberry jam and topped with strawberry frosting, with a vanilla buttercream drizzle on top and a mini pop tart decoration. This treat will be available from January 17th through the 30th. ©Sprinkles There will be a Miso Caramel Cupcake on the menu from January 24th through the 30th. We don’t have the details yet for this treat, but it looks like there will be a gooey caramel center, and that’s really all we need to know! ©Sprinkles Finally, if you’re not able to get to a Sprinkles store, you can order the Lemon Blueberry Assorted Dozen any time between January 3rd and January 28th. This box includes Lemon Blueberry Cupcakes and some classics, like Red Velvet, Dark Chocolate, and Sprinkle Cupcakes. They’re available for nation-wide shipping. ©Sprinkles Head into Sprinkles at Disney Springs or Downtown Disney to try these new treats soon. And keep following DFB for more updates on the newest snacks at Disney World and Disneyland! Click Here to See the New Treats at a SUPER Popular Bakery in Disney Springs Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Preorder 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 preorder your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Which of the new cupcakes are you most excited to try? Let us know in the comments. The post A Popular Bakery in Disney World AND Disneyland Has FIVE New Cupcakes for January 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. We’ve shared a number of updates over the past several months about COVID-19, vaccines, booster shots, and more to help you prepare for your future travels to Disney World and beyond. COVID-19 Health and Safety Sign When it comes to the COVID-19 vaccine, shots from various makers have been approved for usage in the United States, and booster shots have also been approved for those that fall into select age groups. But now there’s been an important update on the booster situation for those who are a bit younger. According to FOX 35 News, the United States Food and Drug Administration (“FDA”) has authorized Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine booster shot to be utilized for kids ages 12-15. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, however, must sign off on these vaccine boosters before they can actually be administered, so that’s something to keep in mind. COVID-19 Vaccine Sign U.S. Health Authorities have already approved the use of COVID-19 boosters for those who are 16 and older, so this would expand that usage for those who are a bit younger. The FDA has now said that those ages 12 and older can become eligible for a booster as early as 5 months after their last COVID-19 dose (rather than the 6 months used for those who are older). According to FOX 35 News, while vaccines offer strong protection against serious illness from COVID-19, “health authorities are urging everyone who’s eligible to get a booster dose for their best chance at avoiding milder breakthrough infections from the highly contagious omicron mutant.” Mask signage at Disney’s Animal Kingdom FOX 35 News also shares that kids tend to “suffer less serious illness” from COVID-19 when compared to adults, but child hospitalizations have been rising as part of the Omicron wave. According to FOX 35 News, most of these hospitalizations are for children who are unvaccinated. Dr. Rochelle Walensky, the director of the CDC, previously told The Associated Press that we are “facing a variant that has the potential to require more immunity to be protected.” That is why FOX 35 shares that boosters are important, as the protection from the vaccine wanes over time. Face Mask Sign For those under the age of 18, the Pfizer vaccine is the only available COVID-19 vaccine option in the U.S. Pfizer vaccine shots have been approved for use for kids as young as 5 years old. Pfizer is studying the use of its vaccine for those younger than 5 years old. The Pfizer shot, however, as well as a similar COVID-19 vaccine made by Moderna, has been “linked to a rare side effect called myocarditis.” But the FDA has noted that the benefits of the COVID-19 booster outweigh the potential risk of the “rare side effect,” especially due to the rising number of COVID-19 cases in the U.S. Disney World Health and Safety Signage from May of 2021 In terms of kids who have a severely weakened immune system, the FDA has said that these children will be allowed to get the COVID-19 booster shot 28 days after their second dose (shortening that time frame for the booster). Meanwhile, we’ve been watching for updates with the COVID-19 Omicron variant and its spread around the world. According to data from Johns Hopkins University, new COVID-19 cases per day have “more than doubled over the past two weeks.” Health and Safety Reminders on the Map COVID-19 deaths have also climbed in the U.S. over the past 2 weeks. Bob Bednarczyk, a professor of global health and epidemiology at Emory University, has indicated that CDC data shows those who are unvaccinated are hospitalized at much higher rates than those who have been vaccinated. Keep in mind that this is FDA authorization for the vaccine. Again, the CDC must sign off on its usage before the shots can be administered to those in that age group. We’ll continue to be on the lookout for any updates on that. For more COVID-19 news, check out the links below: Are travel bans the “wrong” way to fight the Omicron COVID-19 variant? Global daily tally of new COVID-19 cases passes 1 million Could vaccines be required to fly in the United States soon? Click here for more news about travel to Disney World and Disneyland and COVID-19 Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! The post NEWS: COVID-19 Booster Shot for Ages 12-15 Authorized by the FDA first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. It’s the beginning of the new year, and Disney is already looking to Valentine’s Day! Valentine’s Day will be here soon! A Disney Valentine’s Day often means cute new treats, new merchandise, and more. We’ve recently seen quite possibly the most EPIC Dooney & Bourke bag ever, and Disney just released new Valentine’s Day Dooney & Bourke purses starring THE most iconic couple — Mickey and Minnie! Head on over to shopDisney if you want to add more Disney Dooney & Bourke bags to your closet! The Mickey and Minnie Valentine Dooney & Bourke Satchel is covered with a pink and red Valentine’s Day print featuring Mickey and Minnie in adorable, romantic scenes. Their tails make a heart shape! ©shopDisney This satchel comes with gold hardware, brown leather finishings, a detachable strap, and several interior pockets. You can order it for $298 on shopDisney now! Shop the Mickey and Minnie Valentine Dooney & Bourke Satchel here! The Mickey and Minnie Valentine Dooney & Bourke Tote Bag is the other silhouette in this collection, with the same allover Valentine’s Day print, gold hardware, and brown leather finishings. We can’t decide which Mickey and Minnie scene is the cutest! ©shopDisney Both bags also have metal feet so you can sit them down without worrying, with lots of interior pockets to stay organized! You can get the tote bag on shopDisney for $328. Get the Mickey and Minnie Valentine Dooney & Bourke Tote Bag here! Are you excited for more Valentine’s Day Disney merchandise? Keep reading DFB for more Disney shopping news! Start your new year off right with FREE Disney digital wallpapers! 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! Preorder 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 preorder 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 these new Valentine’s bags? Tell us in the comments! The post Disney Just Released a NEW Dooney & Bourke Valentine’s Day Collection! 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. Over the past several months, the situation with COVID-19 has changed in many ways, and things have especially become quite different with the spread of the Omicron COVID-19 variant. Airport Crowds In response to the detection of this variant, certain travel bans were put in place in the United States and other countries. The United States has since revoked the travel bans that applied to select southern African countries. Still, Omicron is expected to slow international travel to Florida and we’ve seen some restrictions put in place in locations like France. If you’re planning on traveling soon, some of these travel bans or other rules could impact your trips. But are travel bans the “right” or “wrong” way to curb the spread of this particular COVID-19 variant? Here’s what some have to say. According to The Economist, “long-lasting travel restrictions are mostly futile.” The Economist notes that when the detection of the Omicron variant was first announced by South Africa, many countries responded by placing restrictions on travel, requiring guests to quarantine in hotels upon arrival, or closing borders to foreigners. The Economist shares that “Rapidly imposed travel restrictions make sense in the early stages of an outbreak, when infections of a variant are few and test-and-trace systems are still able to follow the paths of contagion.” Specifically, they note that when the imported cases account for more than 10% of infections, travel bans can “have a big impact on the growth of the epidemic.” COVID-19 Health and Safety Sign These travel restrictions can actually buy scientists and others time to find out more information about the variant at play, prepare hospitals for those who might become infected, or distribute more vaccinations, all in preparation for what may come. But, The Economist notes that travel bans have “a habit of sticking around even though, once a virus or variant is circulating freely in a country, they are largely pointless.” According to The Economist, by the time that France placed a ban on non-essential travel for those coming from Britain in mid-December 2021, France was already recording a daily average of over 50,000 infections of COVID-19 (a number that was higher than its peak during the wave associated with the Delta variant from earlier in 2021). The Economist notes that, at that point, any imported infections of COVID-19 would have “made little difference to the burden of disease—certainly not enough to justify the economic and social disruption caused by the travel ban.” Flying looks different than it did a few years ago Why don’t travel bans and restrictions have long-lasting benefits? The Economist notes that one reason for this is because most of the travel bans/restrictions are “leaky.” A country’s own travel restrictions usually allow the country’s citizens, residents, families, essential workers, and select others cross borders. But long-term travel bans have been successful in some places — like Australia and New Zealand. The Economist notes, however, that those countries that have successful travel bans must enforce them at “enormous cost” to their global links and their own citizens. According to The Economist, “Australians have not been allowed to cross state borders for most of the past two years; the city of Melbourne was locked down for 262 days in 2021.” Orlando International Airport The Economist notes that these types of policies can save lives, and they can be less “leaky” on islands, but “few democracies are willing to tolerate them for very long.” In China, for example, the country is pursuing a “strict zero-covid policy.” This has led to lockdowns, mass-testings of the population, required hotel quarantines for select individuals, and more. The Economist notes that the methods are popular in China, but it’s unclear how sustainable they are given the high transmission of the Omicron COVID-19 variant. The Economist shares that “For the rest of the world, the best approach is for governments to promote the most cost-effective policies, especially vaccines and boosters, while resisting the urge to ban things just to create the illusion of decisiveness.” Orlando International Airport Both America and Britain have since removed travel restrictions applicable to southern African countries that were put in place in response to the Omicron variant. America has shortened the window required for getting a negative COVID-19 test before traveling, and Britain has certain rules for incoming travelers as well when it comes to testing and self-isolation. The Economist shares that these types of measures should “aim to be proportionate and minimally disruptive.” Dr. Anthony Fauci has noted his support for the removal of the travel bans that were in place in the U.S. with respect to the southern African countries. According to the New York Post, Dr. Fauci said, “I think when you get to the point when there’s enough of a virus in your own country, it doesn’t really make any sense of trying to keep it out…Because this is spreading so rapidly right now, that input from countries that might even have less infection than we have doesn’t give any added value.” Disney’s health and safety policies But, he said that putting them in place initially made sense because they helped the U.S. “buy some time” and figure out what was happening. The White House’s proclamation, which rescinded the travel bans, seems to echo those notions. It notes that the travel bans were put in place to “slow the spread” of the Omicron variant and allow the U.S. to gather more information. It also shares that since the initial travel bans were put in place, U.S. health officials have been able to make “substantial progress in understanding the Omicron variant,” and Omicron has spread to many countries, including the United States. Travel rules regarding COVID-19 testing before flights has also changed recently. Orlando Airport As the situation with Omicron and the COVID-19 pandemic in general continues to change and evolve, the situation with travel restrictions/bans can also change. If you intend to travel anywhere in the near future, particularly internationally, be sure to check on the status of any travel restrictions to ensure that you are up-to-date on all of the latest rules and how they may impact your trip. We’ll continue to look for more COVID-19 news and share that with you so you can best prepare for your upcoming trips to Disney World and beyond. For more COVID-19 news, click the links below: The Omicron COVID-19 variant has been found in the wastewater of a Disney World county The global daily tally of new COVID-19 cases has passed 1 million Florida has broken single-day records of positive COVID-19 cases Click here for more news that could impact your travel plans. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! The post Are Travel Bans the "Wrong" Way to Fight the Omicron COVID-19 Variant? Here's What Some Have to Say first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

I’m here to help you decide if you SHOULD or SHOULD NOT go to Disney World in 2022. First I’m going to give you a list of major pros that will make you wanna pack your bag and go, go, GO! EPCOT Crowds But before you dust off the ol’ suitcase in your closet, stick around for the “cons” too. These might be big enough arguments for you to say “thanks, but no thanks” to a trip in the new year. Check out our video below about Should You Go to Disney World 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! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Watch the video and let us know if you’re planning to visit Disney World this year! The post DFB Video: Should You Go to Disney World in 2022? first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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Happy New Year, everyone! If you’re like us, you might be VERY ready to turn the page on 2021 and jump into 2022. 2022 Mickey Ears We saw a lot of fun ways to celebrate the New Year in Disney World, including a big fireworks show, dance parties, and new merchandise. Now there’s a way to bring some Disney fun to your New Year celebrations, and it’s completely FREE! Disney Parks Blog just released some new digital wallpapers that celebrate the New Year with some fan-favorite Disney characters. ©Disney You can download wallpapers for your computer, tablet device, smartphone, or smartwatch. The wallpapers all have a funky, colorful theme with bright colors, sparkles, and even bubbles! ©Disney There’s a big “2022” in the middle, with Mickey, Minnie, Pluto, Donald, Daisy, and Goofy. The desktop version is horizontal, and the mobile device version is the same design, but vertical. ©Disney You can download this wallpaper for your desktop… Click Here to Download the Wallpaper for Your Desktop or iPad …and mobile device now. Click Here to Download the Wallpaper for Your Android, iPhone, or Apple Watch Keep following DFB for more of the latest news from Disney. Click Here to Find 25 FREE Holiday Disney World Wallpapers from DFB Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Preorder 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 preorder 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 did you celebrate the New Year? Let us know in the comments! The post Start Your New Year Off Right With FREE Disney Digital Wallpapers first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s officially 2022, so what’s happening in Disney World in the first month of the new year? Disney Enchantment in Magic Kingdom! We’re losing an iconic Disney World perk and gaining some new events, so maybe it all evens out? Let’s go over all the changes in Disney World coming this January! Magical Express is Gone Disney’s Magical Express, the free service that transported Disney World hotel guests to and from the Orlando International Airport and the resorts, was officially discontinued on January 1st, 2022. Guests will still be able to take the Magical Express from their Disney World hotel to the airport through January 10th, but after that, the service is completely gone. Magical Express Now, guests have to figure out their own way to get to Disney World, whether they choose to travel via services like rideshare, rental cars, taxis, private cars, shuttles, or more, or with the two newest options, Mears Connect or The Sunshine Flyer! The BEST ways to get to Disney World when the Magical Express is gone! Reopenings Typhoon Lagoon Reopens On January 2nd, Typhoon Lagoon reopened for the first time since March 2020! The waterpark will be open from 10AM to 5PM daily according to Disney World’s calendar. Typhoon Lagoon Surf Pool ©Disney At Typhoon Lagoon, guests can hang out in the lazy river, try new snacks (including Dole Whip!), float around the giant wave pool, or float down six different water slides! Read more about BIG menu changes coming to Typhoon Lagoon! Closures Blizzard Beach At the same time that Typhoon Lagoon reopened, Blizzard Beach closed for refurbishment for an unknown amount of time beginning on January 2nd. Blizzard Beach on a sunny day As of right now, there is no reopening date for Blizzard Beach on Disney World’s calendar, but we’ll be watching closely for any changes. In the meantime, you can visit Typhoon Lagoon for your Disney World waterpark fun! Learn more about Blizzard Beach closing for refurbishment here. Expedition Everest Expedition Everest is closing for refurbishment on January 4th for a loooong three-month closure. The Animal Kingdom ride will be closed through mid-April, which is a longer-than-usual refurbishment closure for Disney World. Expedition Everest Considering the number of shows and rides that are either closed or have yet to return to Animal Kingdom, it’s a bit unusual to see Disney close one of the biggest rides in the park. We’ll be watching closely to see how this closure is handled! Here’s what you need to know about Expedition Everest’s 3-month closure. Splash Mountain Splash Mountain is closing for refurbishment on January 10th, but it won’t be quite as long as Expedition Everest’s closure. Splash Mountain will remain closed through February 10th, 2022. Splash Mountain Disney has noted that this temporary Splash Mountain closure will be due to “routine maintenance” and not for purposes of refurbishment for the Princess and the Frog re-theme. Click here to read about Splash Mountain’s brief closure. Disney Skyliner The Disney Skyliner is closing for refurbishment from January 23rd to January 28th. This closure will affect Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort, Disney’s Riviera Resort, and EPCOT, but other Disney World transportation options will still be available. Skyliner If you’re staying at one of the Skyliner resorts during these dates, you might not be able to use the Skyliner on your route of choice during that time. However, you can still rely on Disney World buses and FriendShip boats! Here’s what you need to know about the Skyliner closure! Disney World Marathon Weekend The first runDisney weekend of 2022 will take place from January 5th to the 9th! The Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend will have four different races and two challenges, and runners can choose from a 5K, a 10K, a half marathon, or the full marathon. ©Disney Runners can also participate in either the Goofy’s Race and a Half Challenge, which requires runners to do both the marathon and the half marathon, or take on the BIG Dopey’s Challenge, which combines all four races! Everything you need to know about the 2022 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend! Fort Wilderness Brings Back Horse-Drawn Carriages Fort Wilderness is bringing back the classic horse-drawn carriage rides on January 7th, 2022! These 25-minute carriage rides take guests on a scenic ride around Fort Wilderness. Each carriage fits up to 4 adults, or 2 adults and 3 small children. ©Disney A Fort Wilderness horse-drawn carriage reservation costs $55. Disney recommends reservations made in advance via the Disney World website or by calling (407) 939-7529. Horse-drawn carriages are returning to Fort Wilderness! Festival of the Arts The EPCOT Festival of the Arts will kick off on January 14th, bringing us celebrations of Culinary, Visual, and Performing Arts. This festival will last through February 21st, 2022. The 2021 Festival of the Arts Disney has already released the 2022 list of food booths for the festival, and we can’t wait to try them out! Who’s ready for some art AND food? We are! Check out the full list of food booths for the 2022 Festival of the Arts! Club Levels Club Level returns to Disney’s Yacht Club on January 20th… Yacht Club …and to Disney’s Beach Club on January 27th! Club Level rooms offer additional amenities like access to the Club Level Lounge, evening wine and beer, and even desserts. Beach Club Club Level rooms have already reopened at select Disney World hotels, like Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, Disney’s BoardWalk Resort, Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge, and Disney’s Contemporary Resort. Read more about returning Disney World hotel Club Levels here! Magic Kingdom Closing Early On January 25th, Magic Kingdom will close VERY early at 4:30PM. This is a big difference from the usual closing time of 8 or 9PM. Cinderella Castle We don’t know the reason for the early closure, but we suggest avoiding Magic Kingdom that day unless you plan on leaving early! The one day to avoid Magic Kingdom in January! And that’s everything coming to Disney World in January! Keep reading DFB for more Disney World news and updates! 7 mistakes you don’t want to make in Disney World in 2022! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Preorder 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 preorder your copy of the 2022 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2022 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2022 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you excited for January? Tell us in the comments! The post 8 Things That Will Be Different in Disney World in January 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. Lunar New Year is almost here, and Disney already has a few ways to celebrate! Lunar New Year Minnie Ears We saw some gorgeous new Minnie ears at Disney Springs that have beautifully themed decorations, and Disneyland’s Lunar New Year Festival kicks off later this month. If you’re looking for another way to ring in the new year right now, you can find some NEW merchandise online to help you celebrate! On shopDisney (Disney’s online merchandise store), you can get a few new items that celebrate the Lunar New Year. First up, there are a couple of new outfits for those cute little nuiMOs plushes that you can get online or in the Disney parks. The first outfit is in honor of the tiger, since 2022 is the year of the tiger. ©Disney This outfit comes with a hat that looks like a tiger (complete with ears!), a jacket with embroidered details, and pants. ©Disney The hems for these pieces are all trimmed in white faux fur. You can get this outfit for $12.99. Click Here to Buy the Tiger Lunar New Year Outfit There’s another nuiMOs outfit for the Lunar New Year as well. This one has a red shawl that’s trimmed with white faux fur and has tassels hanging from the top. ©Disney There’s also a red shirt with gold details and an attached plum-colored skirt. ©Disney You can get this outfit for $12.99 as well. These two outfits will fit any nuiMOs, but note that the plushes are sold separately. Most of the plushes cost $19.99 online. Click Here to Buy the Lunar New Year Skirt Outfit If you don’t have your own nuiMO plush to dress up in the new outfits, never fear! You can also get a Minnie Mouse plush in her own Lunar New Year outfit. ©Disney Minnie stands at about 17″ tall, and she has a satin jacket, pleated skirt, and pom pom accessory. ©Disney You can get this plush for $29.99. Click Here to Buy the Lunar New Year Minnie Mouse Plush To match your new Minnie plush, there’s also a Mickey Mouse plush in his Lunar New Year outfit. ©Disney Mickey is wearing a satin hat and jacket as well as a pleated skirt, with gold and silver shoes. ©Disney This plush is also about 17″ tall, and you can buy it for $29.99. Click Here to Buy the Lunar New Year Mickey Mouse Plush And now you’re all set to celebrate Lunar New Year, Disney-style! Keep following DFB for more updates on the newest Disney merchandise. Click Here to Check Out the Lunar New Year Minnie Ears 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! Preorder 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 preorder 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 do you like to celebrate Lunar New Year? Let us know in the comments! The post You Don’t Need a Park Ticket to Get Disney’s Newest Lunar New Year Merchandise! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World restaurants can stand out for a lot of different reasons: excellent food, fun theming, quintessential Disney vibes, and a unique atmosphere. But when a restaurant comes with a gorgeous VIEW, we could probably stay there for hours. Coronado Springs That was one of our first thoughts when we stopped by Dahlia Lounge at the top of Gran Destino Tower at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort. Atmosphere Dahlia Lounge is located at the tippy-top of Gran Destino Tower, with breathtaking views of Disney World. Welcome to Dahlia Lounge It’s only open in the evening hours, making it a great late-night option after your day in the parks. Dahlia Lounge It was an overcast day when we visited and we were still blown away by the views! It’s located right next door to the full-service Toledo — Tapas, Steak, & Seafood restaurant, which also offers great views. Dahlia Lounge There’s a lot to take in here. There are so many colors, shapes, and textures to admire throughout the space. Pretty but BUSY Throughout the lounge, you’ll notice a flair of Spanish Modernism in its interior design, which includes coffered ceilings and dandelion chandeliers. You might forget you’re in Disney World! The design here is gorgeous! There is seating both indoors and outdoors as well. Outdoor seating with a VIEW Dahlia Lounge is currently only open in the evenings, which is probably the best time to go anyway — time your visit right and you’ll have great seats for the surrounding fireworks! Here’s what the view is like when it’s light out! You can also take in all of the other sights once it gets dark, even if you don’t happen to see any fireworks when you’re there. Here’s the view at night! When we sat down, we were given a QR code to scan to view the menu. QR Menu So your view will be top-notch, but what about the food? Let’s see what Dahlia Lounge offers! Menu If you go to Dahlia Lounge, you’ll be ordering off of their Tapas menu — the only selections of food at this location. Selections include items like Chicken Wings, a Spanish Charcuterie, and Shrimp Pil Pil. © Disney The rest of the menu is just drinks! If you’re looking for their “top-shelf” selections, you’ll be ordering from Treasures from Spain & California, which offers select wine samplings in 1-, 3-, or 5-oz pours. © Disney Guests of all ages can enjoy a trip to Dahlia Lounge because they offer a variety of non-alcoholic beverages. Coffee fans should be pleased with the press pot coffee served here — for one or two guests. © Disney There are also a couple of Zero-Proof Cocktails you can enjoy, or you can try Dahlia Lounge’s Hot Beverages with Alcohol. © Disney They also serve Specialty Cocktails, including a Tequila Daisy, La Lavanda Gin Tonic, and Vino Daiquiri. © Disney If you prefer wine, you can choose from Sparkling or White Wines… © Disney …as well as Rose or Red Wines. © Disney Dahlia Lounge also serves a selection of Sherry. © Disney If you prefer beer, it’s available in bottles, cans, as well as draft. © Disney WHEW! That’s some drink menu, no? Finally time to make our selections! Food For our beverage, we chose the Tequila Daisy for $14, which is a mixture of Don Julio Blanco Tequila, Torres Magdala Naranjas del Mediterráneo (an orange liqueur made with brandy), Grapefruit, Lime, Hibiscus, and Soda Water. We really enjoyed this drink on our last visit to Toledo, so we wanted to try it again in the lounge! This is kind of an upscale take on a margarita. Tequila Daisy This is definitely on the lighter side if you’re looking for something that won’t bog you down! It wasn’t too strong but it was very flavorful. Our reporter isn’t a fan of grapefruit and still enjoyed the combination of flavors this cocktail had to offer. It’s also perfect for your Instagram feed, if that’s an important piece of criteria when selecting your beverage — the pink color of the drink had a nice ombré effect (be sure to give it a good stir before sipping!). Tequila Daisy For food, we ordered a trio of items: the Ham and Cheese Bocadillo for $14, the Artisanal Cheese Board for $15, and the Croquettes for $10. First up was the Ham and Cheese Bocadillo, which comes served with Jamon Serrano, Manchego Cheese, Roasted Garlic Aïoli, and Honey on a Toasted Baguette. (Doesn’t that sound like a “Greatest Hits” album of Spanish foods?) Ham and Cheese Bocadillo Overall we thought this was good, but a little dry and not nearly enough cheese (we’ll never say no to more cheese)! The Spanish ham has much more of a prosciutto flavor and is shaved thin the same way. (Basically, don’t expect spiral cut Honey Baked Ham type meat here!) The ham was incredibly flavorful, as was the cheese (we just wanted, you know, MORE of it!). The ham totally overpowered the flavor of what little cheese was there! Ham and Cheese Bocadillo4 The bread was lightly toasted, but could have used a bit more color to it overall. Each bite was pretty bread-heavy. Great for carb lovers, but it did result in a slightly unbalanced sandwich. If you want to taste this higher-end ham in a more approachable way, you can’t go wrong with a thick sandwich you can chomp down on. This was good but, honestly, compared to the other foods on the menu, a bit forgettable. Ham and Cheese Bocadillo Next was the Artisanal Cheese Board! It comes with Orange Blossom Honey, Quince Paste, Marcona Almonds, and Spanish Torta. Artisanal Cheese Board All of the ingredients on their own were fine, but the real magic happens when you combine them together. The cheese on this board was delicious! The focus here is various ages of Manchego cheese. While there was nothing terribly special about them when you ate them alone, when paired with other items they worked so, so well. The crispy flatbread had a sweet flavor to it and balanced really well with that manchego cheese. We especially liked the hearty serving of Marcona almonds (sometimes known as the “Queen of Almonds” for their sweet flavor). This plate is a good one for someone a bit shy about trying loads of new cheeses. Manchego is fairly approachable for everyone and all the goodies on the plate make it easy to get a feel for what combos your taste buds prefer. Artisanal Cheese Board Finally, we tried the Croquettes, which was served with a Jalapeño-Cilantro Pistou. Croquettes are Spanish food in one of its most simple and practical forms. Typically made with an extra thick bechamel sauce (basically white gravy!) and often hunks of meat, they’re fried and the result is a creamy, crispy sort of fritter of goodness. Croquettes The croquettes had a nice crispy outside and a soft inside that almost tasted like mashed potatoes but with much more flavor. There were bits of spinach and what seemed to be more of that ham dotting the croquettes as well (ham is a very common croquette filling, so it would make sense!). On their own, we could have used a little more salt, but when dipped in the Jalapeño-Cilantro Pistou it was perfect! Croquettes Pistou is similar to a pesto but made here with jalapeño and cilantro. You can take a wild guess if cilantro-haters will enjoy the dipping sauce — gonna go likely no on that one. Our reporter doesn’t mind cilantro, so she enjoyed it! Croquettes We didn’t find the sauce to be too spicy, so don’t let the jalapeño in the name scare you away! Fans of spicy food, however, maybe a bit disappointed in the lack of heat. A couple of goodies in our belly later, we were ready to call it a night at Dahlia Lounge. Nosh or Not? Ride the elevator up to Dahlia Lounge if… You want some of the best views in all of Disney World! You’re staying at Coronado Springs and you want to wind down after a long day in the parks. You want to try unique cocktails and food items you won’t find anywhere else in Disney World. Seek another option if… You have a big appetite and you’re looking for a full-service meal. You’ll only find small plates here, and the portions are on the smaller side! Consider snagging a table at Toledo next door for a sit-down, full meal version of this same sort of food. You’re limited on time and don’t want to make the trek to Coronado Springs. Coronado Springs isn’t the easiest resort to get to! You aren’t a fan of Spanish-inspired cuisine. Overall Dahlia Lounge is a very chill spot in Disney World, especially when you consider that Coronado Springs Resort doesn’t get a lot of foot traffic from visiting guests the way some of the other Disney resorts do. Coronado Springs is a convention resort, so it may get more crowded and in demand if a convention is going on. When we went, however, it was nice and quiet! While this is a lounge, we think most guests would enjoy a visit here. On our visit, we noticed all sorts of guests, from couples on dates to families with small kids. The food offers something unique and different than your typical Disney World chicken nuggets and cheeseburgers without being too off-putting. If you’re staying at Coronado Springs, definitely stop by one evening (or multiple!), and if you’re looking for an evening off from the parks, it may be worth a bus ride over. Compared to other Disney World lounges, we think this one is still quite unique. The atmosphere is beautiful, the food is unique and true to its roots, and the drinks aren’t your average Disney bar menu drinks. You can find truly unique eats and drinks here which, for us, is a huge plus. Like we said, this spot is definitely still in “hidden gem” territory — unless you’re staying at Coronado Springs, chances are it’s not on your radar! But that’s part of what we found appealing! It’s like a little secret retreat that’s warm, inviting, and has pretty solid drinks and small bites to match. If you need a hot minute to not be swimming in a sea of Mickey Mouse and magic and castles and princesses, this is the spot. It’s chill without being overly in your face that you’re in Disney World. If you lean back and sit for a while, you might think you’re at a posh lounge in L.A. or maybe even Spain! It is important to point out that as of this writing, perks such as Annual Passholder discounts or Cast Member discounts are currently not being accepted at Dahlia Lounge. Keep that in mind when choosing where to dine! That’s a wrap from Dahlia Lounge! Be sure to follow along for more restaurant reviews from across Disney World. Click here to read our review of one of Disney World’s newest lounges! 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! Preorder 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 preorder 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 visited Dahlia Lounge? Let us know in the comments! The post Review: Need a Break From All the "Disneyness" of Disney World? Go Here. first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article