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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. We don’t know about you, but Disney-themed bags are some of our most used pieces of merchandise! Disney bags There are so many options, too, like Loungefly backpacks, or bags from designers like Dooney and Bourke and Kate Spade. And, we found some new Disney bags online that are great for traveling to the parks! There are more Petunia Pickle Bottom items now available online at shopDisney! The Disney Princess collection has several different bags in it, like the Diaper Backpack! ©Disney This bag has everything you need, from a hidden insulated bottle pocket, felt-lined phone pocket, wipes case. and a washable changing pad. It also has antimicrobial lining! You can get this backpack for $169.99. Click here to get the Disney Princess Diaper Backpack There is also a Disney Princess Cool Pixel Plus bag! The insulated interior makes it great for carrying around snacks and drinks. ©Disney Grab the Cool Pixel Plus bag for $32.99. Click here to get the Disney Princess Cool Pixel Plus Bag If you’re looking for a more organized way to pack for your Disney trips, try out the Disney Princess Packing Cube Set! ©Disney There are 4 bags in the set for $40.99, and they’re machine washable, so it’s easy to keep them clean! Click here to get the Disney Princess Packing Cube Set And finally, the Disney Princess Criss-Cross Sling Bag is a great, spacious bag you can use in places like the Disney parks! ©Disney This bag has numerous pockets, can be configured 3 different ways, and has an insulated front pocket! Pick it up for $69.99. Click here to get the Disney Princess Criss-Cross Sling Bag We’ll be on the lookout for more new Disney merchandise, so stay tuned to DFB for news and updates! Click here to see how to win FREE Disney merchandise this month! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! What’s your favorite item of Disney merchandise? Let us know in the comments! The post Petunia Pickle Bottom's NEW Disney Bags Will Transform How You Travel first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

’Tis the season for holiday shopping and daily sweepstakes prizes! ©D23 The Official Disney Fan Club, known as D23, provides members with special perks like exclusive merchandise, special events, online content, and more. And for the month of December, through the 23rd (get it?), D23 Members can participate in the Season of Magic Sweepstakes, which offers members a chance to enter daily for a NEW prize each day! D23 is hosting 23 days of prizes this December with their Season of Magic Sweepstakes. So far we’ve seen TONS of goodies given away, like a Lego Encanto Madrigal House Set, a collection of H2O+ Disney Bath Products, a Pixar Tee Prize Pack, and even a Mulan Imperial Palace Light-Up Figurine! Today is the sixth day of the D23 Season of Magic Sweepstakes and Star Wars fans? You might want to sit down. ©D23 Today’s prize is all about The Mandalorian, including the Mandalorian himself, Baby Yoda, and Ahsoka Tano! One lucky winner will receive FIVE Loungefly items from today’s prize, including two mini backpacks, a plush Grogu backpack, a wallet, and a pin. ©D23 The prize for December 6th includes the following Loungefly items, and some of them were exclusive to the 2021 New York Comic Con! New York Comic Con 2021 Exclusive Loungefly Star Wars The Mandalorian Ahsoka and Grogu Mini Backpack New York Comic Con 2021 Exclusive Loungefly Star Wars The Mandalorian Ahsoka and Grogu Zip Around Wallet New York Comic Con 2021 Exclusive Loungefly Star Wars The Mandalorian Grogu in Cradle Mini Backpack Loungefly Star Wars The Mandalorian The Child Collector Box Enamel Pin Loungefly Star Wars The Mandalorian The Child Plush Backpack Isn’t he just adorable ©Disney You can enter the sweepstakes here if you’re already a D23 Member, and if you want this prize in particular you have until 11:59PM ET on December 6th. You can also join D23 for free as a general member or start a paid membership to take advantage of some of those perks. Keep following DFB as we report on each of the daily prizes this sweepstakes releases through December 23rd! The 13 BIGGEST news drops you missed from Destination D23! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney World Fun This Holiday Season! The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2021 is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. Order The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2021 now! It includes over 400 pages of must-have information, including: A full What's New!! chapter for the 2021 Holiday Season A full Monthly Schedule of Events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World's busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And, of course, we'll tell you where to eat! ;-D Click HERE to order your 2021 Guide now and get 20% off with code PEPPERMINT! As always, our e-Books are 100% guaranteed! If you don't love it, you get your money back! Want Even MORE? The DFB Everything Bundle comes with ALL of our guides, including the Holiday Guide, for one low price! It includes: Pre-order of the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining 2022 The 2021 Food & Wine Guide The DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Holidays 2021 Pre-order for the 2022 Flower and Garden Festival Guide All three DFB Snack Guides Click HERE to order your DFB Everything Bundle! MORE Disney World Holiday INFO! Check Out the FULL List of Holiday Treats Coming to Disney World This Year See the List of Holiday Treats Coming to Disney World’s Hotels Get All of the Latest Information about the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays See the Booths, Menus, and Food Photos for the Festival of the Holidays Check Out Our Photos & Reviews of the Holiday Treats in Disney World Watch Our Video About What We Wish We’d Known Before Going to Disney World During the Holidays Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest holiday news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Are you a D23 Member? Tell us in the comments! The post ‘Star Wars’ Fans NEED To Check Out This Exclusive Giveaway 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. Dooney & Bourke has some of the fanciest Disney-themed purses out there. Main Street U.S.A. We’ve seen some incredible designer bag collections from them in the parks, including some themed after specific attractions, a holiday collection, and a couple of 50th Anniversary bags as well. Now, there’s a NEW collection of Dooney & Bourke bags in the parks that bring out the inner artist in us all. You can find the newest set of designer Dooney & Bourke purses at Uptown Jewelers in Magic Kingdom. (Oh, and make sure to check out the holiday decorations in this shop while you’re there — they are gorgeous!) Uptown Jewelers The bags are part of the Mickey Mouse Sketch collection, and the pattern features sketches of Mickey Mouse in his various roles. There’s a maestro Mickey, an adventurer Mickey, a sorcerer Mickey, and more! You can even spot a couple of older versions of Mickey through the years, like a sketch of Steamboat Willie. Mickey Mouse Sketch Pattern And the best news? You can also buy these bags online right now! So even if you can’t get into the Disney World parks today, you can head to shopDisney and pick up your favorite purse now. Available online too! This collection has a crossbody bag for $228 in the parks (but you can get it for $198 online!). A look at the back The crossbody has a detachable and adjustable shoulder strap, along with an exterior zip pocket and more pockets inside. Click Here to Buy the Mickey Mouse Sketch Crossbody Bag You can also get a Mickey Mouse Sketch mini backpack, which has adjustable shoulder straps. Mini Backpack The backpack is about 12″ high and 8″ wide… Side view …and it has double zippers on the main pocket. And the back You can get this backpack for $268 both in the parks and online. Click Here to Buy the Mickey Mouse Sketch Mini Backpack Finally, there’s a large domed satchel in this collection that’s got plenty of space for all of your essentials. Large Domed Satchel This purse has handles with a 4.5″ drop, but there’s also an adjustable, detachable shoulder strap. Domed Satchel You can get one for $298 in the parks and online now. Click Here to Buy the Mickey Mouse Sketch Dome Satchel Head to Uptown Jewelers in Magic Kingdom to shop this collection in Disney World. We also usually see these collections at the Creations Shop in EPCOT, which is generally less busy than Uptown Jewelers if you’re after the new merchandise. Creations Shop Keep following DFB for more updates and news from Disney World! Click Here to Check Out Some 50th Anniversary Dooney & Bourke Bags 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. What do you think of the newest Dooney & Bourke bags in Disney World? Let us know in the comments. The post Some of Disney’s New Designer Bags Are CHEAPER Online first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

You know the phrase: “I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream!” Gingerbread Ice Cream Ice cream is one of the most classic snacks you can get in Disney World or really anywhere! We’ve seen all kinds of unique ice cream in Disney World and Disneyland, from gingerbread-flavored ice cream to a sweet treat that’s meant to taste like BREAD?! But, if you want to learn about a REALLY unique ice cream treat that almost got made, read on! There is a BBC Radio 4 podcast that you can check out on the BBC Radio webpage called “You’re Dead to Me.” The podcast is described as a “funny history podcast that learns and laughs about the past.” The host of the show have covered a whole bunch of different topics over its season, and during one episode they discussed The History of Ice Cream. If you’re a fan of this cold, classic, and delicious treat, then that title alone might be enough to draw you in. But, there’s a special little secret shared right in the beginning of the episode that you NEED to know about. Yum! During the episode, the host had Dr. Annie Gray on as a guest. Dr. Gray is a food historian, an author, and more. And Dr. Gray’s dad was actually a food scientist who helped develop “street ice cream” back in the 90s. During the podcast, Dr. Gray actually discusses an ice cream product that her dad worked on, which never quite made it to the shelves. At one point during her father’s career, Nestle was working with Disney on tying in products to the films. At the time, a film called “Pooh’s Grand Adventure: The Search for Christopher Robin” had come out (this was back in 1997). Dr. Gray shared that during the film Pooh gets stuck in a big pit. So, one of the things that they actually developed was an ice cream called “Pooh in a Hole.” Yes. Re-read that name and just let that sink in. Pooh. in. a. Hole. ©Disney According to Dr. Gray, the idea was for it to be a little jellied Pooh stuck in a pit (or potentially a honey pot) with ice cream all around it. The product supposedly nearly made it to the shelves until someone pointed out that the little jellied Pooh could be a choking hazard for little kids. The product was reportedly dropped in favor of other things like honey pots and Tigger tails. Anyone ever have those while they were a kid? We just hit with a MAJOR wave of nostalgia. ©Nestle (Obtained via Buzzfeed) So, Pooh in a Hole ice cream was almost a thing. Pooh in a hole. We’re more amazed that the name itself (and not the potential choking hazard) didn’t stop this treat from being created. There are just so many dangerous things (you know, related to some bodily functions) that can be interpreted when you put the word Pooh in a sentence if you catch our drift. Pooh! It’s amazing and hilarious to hear about some of those Disney things that never came to fruition. Who knows? Maybe one day we’ll get an ice cream with Pooh secretly hidden inside of it or some other special creations with unique names. Click here to listen to the full history of ice cream episode! What do you think? Would you have eaten Pooh in a Hole ice cream? Tell us in the comments! 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. Tell us your thoughts on the Pooh in a Hole ice cream! The post You Will NOT Believe What Ice Cream Disney Almost Created first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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Mickey and Minnie ears…can you ever have enough pairs?! So. Many. Ears. We definitely don’t think so! Disney regularly released new designs — we can hardly keep up with which one is our favorite. There are some really fun ears that have come out for the holidays, like Christmas wreaths and sugar cookie ears, and we’ve also seen a lot of new designs for the 50th anniversary, like the EARidescent ears. And, there is another new pair of holiday ears now available in Disney World! Check out the new Walt’s Holiday Lodge ears in Magic Kingdom! We’ve already seen these ears in Disneyland and online at shopDisney, but now, you can pick them up in Disney World, too. New ears alert! We found these in The Emporium today at Magic Kingdom, but we’ve also seen them available in Disney Springs! Hurry — get them before they’re gone! They show Mickey and friends enjoying a winter wonderland! Pluto is sledding! The bow is a red plaid, which is definitely giving us vibes of going away to the mountains to hit the slopes for the weekend. The bow is so cozy! The ears are part of Walt’s Holiday Lodge collection, which we’ve seen other merchandise from already, like Crocs and a Spirit Jersey. We’re a big fan of this pattern! If you want a pair for yourself, you can pick them up for $29.99! We’ll be on the lookout for more new Disney merchandise, so stay tuned to DFB for updates. Click here to see Disney’s newest Loungefly backpack! 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 ears? Let us know in the comments! The post Disney World’s Newest Ears Have Us Wishing for a Snow Day! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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There are A LOT of different snacks to try when you’re visiting Disney World. Yes, we’ll take ANYTHING Mickey-shaped, please! And, if you’ve been following us for a little while here at DFB, you know that we’re suckers for some carbs (especially the ones covered in CHEESE). So, today we’re taking you along with us on a special type of “crawl” — a PRETZEL CRAWL! So, where can you find the best pretzels in Disney World and how can you get to them all in one day? Well, it’s time to put on those stretchy pants because we’re laying out how to have one salty, carby, and cheesy day! First Stop: Magic Kingdom Warm Cream Cheese Stuffed Pretzel from the Lunching Pad in Tomorrowland There’s a long day of pretzel eating ahead, so we’re headed to Magic Kingdom to start the day off with a pretzel that could be considered breakfast — the Sweet Cream Cheese Pretzel. It’s a soft, warm pretzel that is covered in breadcrumbs and the inside is filled with cream cheese frosting for $6.79. So, it can count as a bagel and cream cheese, right? Oh yeah…. Now, this pretzel can be hard to find in Disney World and it tends to disappear and reappear from time to time, but Lunching Pad is typically the place to find it in Magic Kingdom. They can also be found at Pretzel Palooza in Hollywood Studios (f you want to save it for later in the crawl). Click HERE For Our Full Review of the Sweet Cream Cheese Pretzel! Pepper Jack Pretzel from the Magic Kingdom Churro Wagon Next up in Magic Kingdom, you’ll be headed back to the Churro Wagon in Frontierland where you’ll find the Pepper Jack Pretzel for $7.25 (which has also been known as the Jalapeño-Cheese Pretzel). We’ve been big fans of the pepper jack cheese stuffed pretzels and we’ve even been known to add a side of plastic cheese to it for an extra $1. Extra cheese, please! This is another pretzel that tends to come and go in Magic Kingdom, but when it is available, it’s a must-do for the pretzel crawl! Check Out Our Review of the Pepper Jack Pretzel HERE! Second Stop: EPCOT With two pretzels down, it’s time to hop on the monorail and head on over to EPCOT! You’ll have to make the trek all the way back to World Showcase for these next ones, but it should give you plenty of time to digest all of those pretzels and work up an appetite for more! Norwegian Kringla (AKA Sweet Pretzel) from Kringla Bakeri Og Kafe First up in EPCOT is the Norwegian Kringla (aka the Sweet Pretzel) at Kringla Bakeri Og Kafe in the Norway Pavilion! And, this one isn’t just your average pretzel — it’s better! The Pretzel-shaped pastry comes with assorted toppings so you can choose between cinnamon, almonds, or chocolate to pair with that salty, delicious dough. Sweet Almond Pretzel It’ll cost ya $6.29 and you’ll want to be sure that you’ve got some napkins on hand because this one can get messy but it’s oh so worth it. And grab a Viking Coffee to wash it down with! Check Out More Sweet Treats From Kringla Bakeri Og Kafe HERE! Jumbo Pretzel from Sommerfest Now, there’s been a lot of fancy pretzels up to this point, so now it’s time for something a bit more traditional — the Jumbo Pretzel from Sommerfest in the Germany Pavilion. Now, this one is a bit pricey coming in at a whopping $10, but it is GIANT. Plus, it’s an authentic German pretzel so it has the dense, slightly chewy, and easily tear-able texture with just the right amount of salt. A giant soft pretzel from Germany! So, slap on some Gulden’s Spicy Brown Mustard or eat it without anything fancy on the side — trust us, there’s plenty more dipping to come! Click HERE For Our Review of the Jumbo Pretzel! Third Stop: Disney’s Hollywood Studios Now it’s time to exit out of World Showcase to Disney’s BoardWalk and hop on the Skyliner or catch a boat over to Disney’s Hollywood Studios! It’s not the shortest journey, but you’ve got quite a few more carbs to consume so you can let your stomach clear some space while you travel. Bavarian Pretzel from BaseLine Tap House We’re really only making a pit stop here at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, but the Bavarian Pretzel from BaseLine Tap House is too good to miss if your day is dedicated solely to the salty snack! Bavarian Pretzel with spicy mustard and beer cheese fondue The pretzel is served with beer-cheese fondue and spicy mustard, but it’s the cheese that really makes this pretzel a must-have, even for the higher cost of $9. Plus, you can grab a drink while you’re here and do some people-watching before heading to the next park for even more pretzels. Click HERE For Our FULL Review of BaseLine Tap House HERE! Fourth Stop: Disney’s Animal Kingdom By now you’re well into your park-hopping and it’s time to head to the last park — Disney’s Animal Kingdom (which you can do by taking a Disney bus). Colossal Pretzel from Pongu Pongu Pandora — The World of Avatar is home to some fan-favorite attractions, but it’s also the next stop for our pretzel crawl! The Colossal Pretzel can be found at Pongu Pongu and not only is it GIANT (literally, the size of your face), but it’s also served with a side of BEER cheese for $10.49. Overall one of the yummiest pretzels around! We’ve raved about this pretzel before and we’ll continue to sing its praises because it’s got everything that you want in a pretzel (especially after you’ve already eaten five). It’s salty, chewy, and dipped in cheese — what more could you ask for? Check Out Our Review of the Colossal Pretzel HERE! Fifth Stop: Disney Springs By now you may be questioning if there really is a limit on how many carbs you should eat in one day, but your journey isn’t done yet! It’s off to Disney Springs by bus you go to wrap up your pretzel tour! Air Pirate’s Cargo Loaded Pretzel from Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar is your final stop on this pretzel crawl and we’re not going to say that we saved the best for last, but we certainly saved the most elaborate for last. You’ll want to order up the Air Pirate’s Cargo Loaded Pretzel which is served with prosciutto, sliced brats, artisan pepperoni, smoked cheddar, black diamond cheddar, caraway pickles, spicy mustard, and beer cheese fondue for $22. Air Pirate’s Cargo Loaded Pretzel Is it pricey? Yes. Is it worth it? We think so! There’s so much on here that it has more of a charcuterie board feel than a pretzel feel and there’s no chance you’ll walk away from it hungry (though you may somehow still want more). If you’re too full from all of the other pretzels from this quest, you can also just get the Air Pirate’s Pretzel served with spicy German mustard and beer-cheese fondue for $8. Click HERE For Our Review of the Air Pirate’s Cargo Loaded Pretzel! BONUS Pretzel If six pretzels in one day just aren’t enough for you, we’ve even added in a BONUS pretzel that to add to your crawl! Make a pit stop in any of the parks and pick up a Mickey Pretzel or a Simba Pretzel (which you can only find in Disney’s Animal Kingdom). Come on, who wouldn’t like that picture?! The pretzel itself is pretty basic but it’s shaped like a Disney character and it usually comes with plastic cheese (and you know how we feel about plastic cheese!). What more could you ask for in a solid Disney pretzel? Check Out Our Mickey Pretzel and Chocolate Food Hack HERE! Want Even MORE Snack Crawls in Disney World? Of course, a pretzel crawl isn’t the only snack that you can eat your way through Disney World with — we’ve got tons of other snack crawls created just for you in our DFB Guide to Disney World Dining! From a French Fry Crawl to a Cookie Crawl, and everything in between, you’re sure to find something to keep you busy between rides and character interactions. 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Plus, with more than 750 pages, the DFB Guide is packed with tips and planning tricks to help you maximize your dining experience at Disney World. There are things like a 5-Step Strategy for Disney Dining Planning, an in-depth look at EVERY Disney World restaurant, kiosk, bar, and lounge, four free, downloadable worksheets for planning your trip, and MORE! You can get yours today by clicking here! Learn More About the DFB Guide HERE! And, you can learn more about the DFB Guide, everything that’s included, and how to get the most out of it in our video below! By the way, 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! 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. Check out our latest video and let us know: What is your favorite pretzel in Disney World? The post The Ultimate Disney World Pretzel Crawl first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney has had some ICONIC hero/villain matchups over the years! Maleficent Dragon! Maleficent and Aurora, Simba and Scar, Ariel and Ursula, even Mickey and Pete have iconic rivalries! We love spotting new merch at the Disney Parks, and this new collection celebrates some of Disney’s biggest feuds! This new pin collection is all about Disney’s most iconic heroes and villains! We spotted them today and we’re obsessed! Here’s one of the pins featuring Baloo, Syndrome, Cruella de Vil, Dr. Facilier, and Mother Gothel! Heroes and Villains Pin The pictures on this pin spin around, so on the back of each of these characters are their hero or villain counterpart! More characters on this Heroes and Villains pin! This playing card pin also has a picture that flips with Maleficent on one side! Playing Card Heroes and Villains pin And it has Aurora on the other side! Aurora on the playing card pin! This pin set has some epic split face pictures of some iconic Disney duos! We have Aladdin and Jafar, Herc and Hades, Mulan and Shan Yu, and Peter Pan and Captain Hook! Heroes and Villains pin set! Herc also got his own pin duking it out with the hydra! Hercules Heroes and Villains pin This set has pin sized busts of several iconic Disney characters! Heroes and Villains pin set! They even have a mood pin that changes color to reflect your personal level of villainy (or heroism!) Heroes and Villains Mood pin This collection has a TON of individual character pins as well! Here are all the ones we found! Heroes and Villains pins! These pins are super unique, and there are SO many to choose from, so check them out! Stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney news! Click Here to check out MORE Disney pins! 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 gonna check out these Heroes and Villains pins? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTOS: Iconic Disney Heroes and Villains Meet in This Pin Collection! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Whew, there’s been a LOT of news in Disney World lately! Disney World From the announced return of Fantasmic! in Disney’s Hollywood Studios and the Festival of Fantasy Parade in Magic Kingdom to a new quick-service restaurant in EPCOT, we’ve got a lot coming at us. But, there’s some news we DIDN’T see coming! Here are the three most unexpected things that happened in Disney World last month! 1. Pause on Annual Pass Sales We were pretty surprised when Disney World paused most Annual Pass sales in mid-November. Disney paused the sales of the Pirate, Sorcerer, and IncrediPass until further notice. Annual Pass The Pixie Pass currently remains available. This pass is $399 plus tax and it’s only available to Florida Residents. The pass can hold three park reservations at once but has the most block-out dates of all of the passes. ALL other passes cannot be purchased at this time. Disney World Annual Pass Disney stated that this pause was to help manage capacity. At this time, existing Passholders can renew into any of the four pass types, but new Passholders have limited options. Annual Pass sales resumed relatively recently after being completely paused after the park closures, so it came as a surprise that they are partially paused again. Click here to learn more about this pause. 2. Character Surprises November brought with it some surprising developments when it comes to interacting with characters in Disney World! We got the announcement of the first full returning princess character meal with the reopening of Story Book Dining at Artist Point at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Resort on December 16th. Storybook Dining at Artist Point The spot will feature an updated menu when it does reopen. Now, a restaurant reopening isn’t that surprising but one with princesses is! All of the currently-open character meals feature fur characters instead of face characters. Cinderella’s Royal Table has reopened with a stop-in from Cinderella, but not the full character dining experience. What a surprise! Evil Queen at Artist Point’s Storybook Dining We also got some fun character interaction on Disney+ Day at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! It was surprising to spot Russell, Dug, and Mr. Fredricksen from Up, Moana, Tiana from The Princess and the Frog, and Darth Vader from Star Wars! Also, character dining interactions have changed in Disney World. Donald You can now get closer to take your photos with the characters. Get all the details here. Want to learn more about the Story Book Dining reopening? Click here! 3. Supply Chain Effects on Disney World We had a less pleasant surprise with supply chain issues having a surprising effect on Disney World. In mid-November, we spotted that a store in Disney’s Hollywood Studios was closed due to not having enough stock to fill the shelves! Beverly Sunset Boutique Heading into December, it appears the supply chain issues have yet to go away. We’ve seen incorrectly branded materials and even missing chicken tenders as potential results of the supply chain crisis. Click here to learn more about the supply issues. As you can see, November was QUITE the unexpected month. But, hey, Disney World sure does like to keep us on our toes! As always, keep an eye on DFB so you don’t miss ANY of the surprising news. To see more of the Disney+ Day characters, 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! 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 surprised you last month in Disney World? Tell us in the comments! The post The 3 Most Unexpected Things That Happened in Disney World in November! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Your next trip to McDonald’s will take you to a magical house in Colombia! We’re loving it! That’s right — McDonald’s has just launched a brand new Encanto Happy Meal, and you KNOW we made a special trip to the fast-food joint to check it out (although we still didn’t manage to collect all 50 of the 50th anniversary Happy Meal toys!). One thing that we love is how colorful and vibrant everything in Encanto is — and the Happy Meal box reflects that — it’s got Mirabel AND the Madrigal Family House on it. It’s the house! And of course, we’re really in it for the toys. Here are the character figures you can get: Mirabel, Pepa, Bruno, Chispi, Luisa, Isabela, and Antonio. Toys Ooh…who did we get? Our toy It’s Luisa! And if you’ve seen the movie, you’ll know her special magical power is that she is really strong! Like she can carry FOUR DONKEYS at a time! Look at how strong she is! Even the drink has an Encanto theme! Our ‘Encanto’ drink! So be sure to head on over to your local McDonald’s ASAP to grab one of these Happy Meals before they’re gone. Now excuse us while we nom on our hamburger and those classic McDonald’s fries. Yum! Fun Happy Meal And don’t forget to go see Disney’s Encanto in theaters RIGHT NOW — it will also be on Disney+ on December 24th! We’ll let you know about future Disney-themed Happy Meals, so stay tuned for more! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! 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 seen Encanto? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTOS: McDonald's Launches New Disney 'Encanto' Happy Meals first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

In case you hadn’t noticed, today is a VERY special day! Walt Disney: One Man’s Dream It’s Walt Disney’s birthday! And with us being…well…us…we think the best way to celebrate is WITH FOOD. So if you’re heading to Disney World OR if you’re just celebrating at home, we’ve got somee of Walt’s favorite foods that you can get at Disney World and recipes you can make at home! How To Celebrate at Disney World If you’re wanting to celebrate Walt’s birthday with food at Disney World, there are a TON of foods that were added for Disney World’s 50th Anniversary celebration that you can now try that feature some of Walt’s favorite meals and snacks! Walt was a big fan of simple and classic dishes, so here’s what you can get RIGHT NOW at Disney World. Magic Kingdom If you make it to Magic Kingdom on Walt’s birthday (or beyond!), be sure to order the Pressed Penny Silk Pie at Casey’s Corner. It’s a take on one of Walt’s favorite desserts — the French Silk Pie. The Casey’s version is made with a Chocolate Tart Shell and a Silky Chocolate Filling, topped with Sweet Whipped Cream and a Chocolate-Pressed Penny with Steamboat Willie on it! It’s available now for $6.49. Pressed Penny Silk Pie And while you’re at Magic Kingdom, be sure to get a reservation at The Crystal Palace, because you can try some more of Walt’s favorites from the buffet here, including Walt’s Mashed Potatoes and Walt’s Chili. Read Our Most Recent Review of Crystal Palace Disney’s Hollywood Studios You’ll want to head on over to The Hollywood Brown Derby to try the Filet Mignon with Walt Disney’s Roast Beef Hash. This is a classic Filet Mignon with Hash served with by Haricots Verts and Red Wine Sauce. And it’s served the way Walt liked it — with a Fried Egg on top. Filet Mignon with Walt Disney’s Roast Beef Hash It’s not the most Insta-worthy dish you’ll find at Disney World, but runny egg on a steak is classic Walt food. It’s $49. Read Our Review of the Filet Mignon with Walt Disney’s Roast Beef Hash Disney’s Value Resorts You’ll find Walt Disney’s Favorite Chili in a Bread Boule at Disney’s three value resorts — at Landscape of Flavors in Disney’s Art of Animation Resort, Everything POP! at Pop Century Resort, World Premiere Food Court at All-Star Movies, and Intermission Food Court at All-Star Music. Walt’s Favorite Chili It’s a hearty meat-and-bean chili inspired by Walt Disney’s favorite chili recipe. It’s served in a bread boule and topped with cheddar cheese. Grab it now for $9.99. Read Our Review of Walt’s Favorite Chili Disney’s Old Key West Resort In case you didn’t know it, Walt also loved SPAM, and yes, you can actually get a spam dish at Disney World right now. Olivia’s Cafe a special 50th anniversary Spam-Cheddar Biscuits with White Gravy on the menu. Spam cheddar biscuits This is pretty much classic old-school comfort food. Walt would be proud. Read Our Review of this Spam Dish! Walt’s Favorite Recipes If you can’t get to Disney World, though — don’t worry! You can make some of Walt’s favorite recipes at home! Uncle Walt’s Chili So warning, Walt’s favorite chili recipe is a time-consuming process, but maybe it’s all the hard work that goes into it that made him love it so much. Ingredients: 2 pounds of Pinto Beans, dry 2 medium onions, sliced ¼ cup vegetable oil 2 garlic cloves, diced 2 pounds of lean ground beef 1 cup chopped celery 1 teaspoon chili powder 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1 can (28 ounces) chopped tomatoes salt & pepper to taste Walt’s Chili at The Crystal Palace Directions: Wash and sort beans and soak overnight in cold water. Drain beans and place in a 2 quart saucepan. Add fresh water to cover by 2 inches. Add sliced onion and simmer, covered for 2 hours until tender. Heat oil in a large pan and saute’ garlic. Add beef and celery and cook until lightly browned. Add chili powder, paprika, and thyme. Mix in chopped tomatoes. Cover and simmer for 1 hour. When beans are tender, combine with meat, stirring gently. Add salt and pepper to taste Click Here To See The Full Recipe With Our Notes Jiko’s Macaroni and Cheese One of Walt’s favorite foods, according to his wife Lillian, was macaroni and cheese, and we think he’d approve of the delicious side dish that comes straight from Jiko at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge. Ingredients: 3 tablespoons unsalted butter 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour 2 1/2 cups whole milk 8 ounces shredded Italian four-cheese blend (such as mozzarella, asiago, fontina and provolone) 1/4 teaspoon coarse salt 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper 1 pound elbow macaroni, cooked and kept warm Jiko Filet Mignon with Macaroni and Cheese and Red Wine Sauce Directions: Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add flour, stirring until combined. Cook, stirring frequently, for 5 minutes, or until golden (do not let brown). Add milk to butter mixture, whisking until completely smooth and no lumps remain. Simmer mixture, stirring frequently, until sauce coats the back of a spoon, 5 to 8 minutes. Add cheese to saucepan in batches, stirring until completely melted. Add salt and pepper, stirring to combine. Place cooked macaroni in a large bowl. Add cheese sauce, stirring to combine. Serve immediately. Here’s The Full Jiko Recipe 4th of July Apple Pie There’s nothing more American than Apple Pie, and, of course, it was one of Walt’s favorite desserts according to his daughter Diane. This recipe, inspired by our favorite at Whispering Canyon Cafe, is just about perfect in every way! Ingredients: PIE CRUST 4 tablespoons butter, cut into small pieces 1/4 cup shortening 1 3/4 cup all-purpose flour 4 teaspoons sugar 1/8 teaspoon coarse salt 1/3 cup 2% milk APPLES 1 cup water 6 Granny Smith apples, peeled and sliced 2 teaspoons apple pie spice APPLE PIE BATTER 1/2 cup butter, softened 2/3 cup sugar 2 egg 1 1/2 cups flour 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1/8 teaspoon salt 1/4 cup heavy cream ©Disney Directions: FOR PIE CRUST: Combine butter, shortening, flour, sugar, and salt in bowl of electric mixer fitted with a paddle attachment. Mix at medium speed until crumbly. Add milk and mix until incorporated. Wrap dough in plastic wrap and rest in refrigerator for 30 minutes. Roll to 1/4-inch thickness and place in 9-inch pie plate. Set aside. FOR APPLES: Bring water to simmer in large pot. Place apples in a steamer basket and add to pot. Steam for 10 minutes. Remove from water. Cool to room temperature and toss with apple pie spice. Click Here To See Full Recipe and See Photos! We hope you enjoy eating like Walt on his birthday! And we’ll continue to cover EVERYTHING about Disney food, so keep checking back with us often! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! 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 these foods are your favorite? Let us know in the comments! The post Celebrate Walt Disney's Birthday With His Favorite Foods! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney makes some amazing holiday treats! Holiday treats are back again! Snacks are one of our favorite things about the holidays at the Disney parks! We’ve already tried tons of treats at Disney World this holiday season, but we just found a holiday treat that might be a bit too much for even us to finish! Okay, so you can’t actually eat this one, but it’s still one of the coolest holiday desserts you can find in Walt Disney World! When you go to Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge, you will now be greeted by a Gingerbread Giraffe! Gingerbread Giraffe at Animal Kingdom Lodge That’s right! This sweet little guy isn’t a real baby giraffe that somehow wandered into the lobby, he’s made of gingerbread! We definitely did a double take when we walked in! It looks so real!! Disney’s Grand Floridian famously hosts a massive gingerbread house in its lobby each year, and it’s only fitting that the Disney World hotel that features real-life animals would make its own themed gingerbread! Animal Kingdom Lodge Ginger-affe! Next to the sculpture, you’ll also find fun facts about giraffes, as well as credit for the “ginger-affe”, made by Disney Pastry Chef Michael Craig. Giraffe facts at Animal Kingdom Lodge! Stop by Animal Kingdom Lodge Jambo House if you want to catch a peek of the Ginger-affe! And stay tuned to DFB for more! Click Here to see more Animal Kingdom Lodge Holiday Decorations Don't Miss Out on Any Disney World Fun This Holiday Season! The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2021 is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. Order The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2021 now! It includes over 400 pages of must-have information, including: A full What's New!! chapter for the 2021 Holiday Season A full Monthly Schedule of Events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World's busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And, of course, we'll tell you where to eat! ;-D Click HERE to order your 2021 Guide now and get 20% off with code PEPPERMINT! As always, our e-Books are 100% guaranteed! If you don't love it, you get your money back! Want Even MORE? The DFB Everything Bundle comes with ALL of our guides, including the Holiday Guide, for one low price! It includes: Pre-order of the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining 2022 The 2021 Food & Wine Guide The DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Holidays 2021 Pre-order for the 2022 Flower and Garden Festival Guide All three DFB Snack Guides Click HERE to order your DFB Everything Bundle! MORE Disney World Holiday INFO! Check Out the FULL List of Holiday Treats Coming to Disney World This Year See the List of Holiday Treats Coming to Disney World’s Hotels Get All of the Latest Information about the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays See the Booths, Menus, and Food Photos for the Festival of the Holidays Check Out Our Photos & Reviews of the Holiday Treats in Disney World Watch Our Video About What We Wish We’d Known Before Going to Disney World During the Holidays Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest holiday news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Are you gonna go see the Animal Kingdom Lodge Ginger-affe? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTOS: We Did a DOUBLE TAKE at Disney World's New Gingerbread Creation first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! It just got a little more expensive to dine here. It’s when we stuff our faces full of holiday treats, visit the EPCOT Festival of the Holidays, and buy a ton of Disney holiday merchandise. But while we’re having all this festive fun, we’re also keeping an eye on Disney World restaurant menus to see what’s changed. So here are the changes we have this week! EPCOT Chefs de France We’re going to start off with the price increases that have happened at Chefs de France. Here’s what’s increased under “Appetizers:” French Onion Soup increased from $10.75 to $10.95 Salade aux lardons et croûtons increased from $10.50 to $10.75 Salade de chèvre chaud (Baked Goat Cheese) increased from $14.25 to $14.50 Assiette de fromages et charcuteries increased from $16.25 to$16.75 French Onion Soup Here’s what’s changed under “Entrees:” Filet de saumon mariné au vin blanc et citron, riz, sauce champagne increased from $33.25 to $33.95 Boeuf Bourguignon increased from $32.75 to $32.95 Filet de boeuf grillé, sauce au poivre vert pommes purée et haricots verts increased from $39.75 to $39.95 The Menu Francais Prix Fixe Meal (which includes Choice of one Appetizer, one Entrée, and one Dessert; plus, a glass of either Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon Georges Duboeuf, or one Non-alcoholic Beverage) has increased from $59.90 to $63.95. Grilled Beef Tenderloin “Wines” have also seen price increases. Here are those updates: Les Vins des Chefs (Georges Duboeuf Selection, Pays d’Oc, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon) Bottle increased from $35.50 to $36.95 and Glass increased from $7.75 to $7.95. ADDED: Carafe for $13.25 Champagne, Malard, Excellence, Brut Bottle increased from $96 to $98 and Glass increased from $17.55 to $17.95 Champagne, Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin, Brut, N.V. Bottle increased from $155 to $158 Champagne, Laurent Perrier Rose, N.V. Bottle increased from $225 to $285 Champagne, Dom Perignon, 2009 Bottle increased from $560 to $665 Bourgogne Blanc, Bouchard Ainé & fils, 2018 Bottle increased from $53.50 to $53.95 and Glass has gone from $11.75 to $11.95 Riesling, Alsace, Pierre Sparr, 2017 Bottle increased from $58.95 to $59.95 Beautiful French Bottles of Wine and Spirits L’Opale de La Presqu’ile de Saint-Tropez, 2018 Glass increased from $14.25 to $14.95 Gevrey-Chambertin, P. Bouchard, 2016 Bottle increased from $155 to $175 Morgon, G. Duboeuf, 2016 Bottle increased from $65.50 to $66.25 and Glass has gone from $13.95 to $14.25 ADDED: Château La Gravière, 2018 for $46.95 for a Bottle or $9.95 for a Glass. Château Larose-Trintaudon, Haut-Médoc, 2015 Bottle increased from $96.90 to $98.25 Château Baron de Brane, Margaux, 2016 Bottle increased from $155 to $169 Château Haut Mondain, 2018 Bottle increased from $56.95 to $57.75 and Glass has gone from $12.50 to $12.95 Château Cormeil Figeac, Saint-Emilion, 2011 Bottle increased from $129 to $132 Côtes du Rhône, Les Abeilles, J.L. Colombo, 2017 Bottle increased from $52.50 to $54.95 and Glass has gone from $11.50 to $11.95. Prix Fixe Wine Choices Under “Cocktails” and “House Specialties,” here’s what’s different now: Cocktail des Chefs increased from $10 to $10.95, French Martini increased from $15.50 to $15.75 St-Germain Cocktail increased from $17.50 to $17.95 Kir Royal increased from $18 to $18.25 Kir Imperial increased from $18.50 to $18.75 Kir au Cassis increased from $9.50 to $9.75 Bière Kronenbourg 1664 increased from $8.75 to $9 Read Our Most Recent Review of Chefs De France Disney’s Hollywood Studios 50s Prime Time Cafe An ICONIC dish has FINALLY returned to 50s Prime Time Cafe — yes, that’s right, the Fried Herb and Garlic Cheese is back! And we couldn’t be happier! It’s served with is served with Grapes, Apple Slices, a Crostini, and Raspberry Sauce. It’s BACK! It’s fried. It’s cheesy. It’s EVERYTHING WE LOVE. Read More About The Return Of This Favorite PizzeRizzo There’s a new wine addition to the menu at PizzeRizzo: Copa Di Vino Chardonnay, Oregon, which is a 187 ml glass of Chardonnay with a Tropical Fruit and Buttery Pear aroma overlaid with a smooth, creamy texture for $9. PizzeRizzo You’re probably not going to want to make a special trip over to PizzeRizzo for a new wine, but now you know it’s an option! Here’s That One Time We Actually Told You To Go To PizzeRizzo Disney’s Animal Kingdom Harambe Market You can pick up a new lager at Harambe Market: ADDED: Casa Lager – Morocco 12-oz. Bottle — A Pale Lager with faint notes of toasted grain and earthy hops for $9.25 Harambe Market So you have one more beverage option if you plan on stopping by. Read A Recent Review of Harambe Market Disney Springs Cookes of Dublin Not EVERYTHING goes up in price at Disney World. Believe it or not, we’ve got a price DECREASES at Disney Springs at Cookes! Here’s what’s changed on that menu: Fish and Chips decreased from $12.95 to $12.45 REMOVED: The Dubliner Burger REMOVED: The Buffalo Chicken Sandwich Kids Fish and Chips decreased from $8.95 to $7.95 Fish and chips! Also, the Luscious Chocolate Brownie has been removed from the menu. Read About Our Must-Have at Cookes! Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort Centertown Market Over at Centertown Market, the Tomato and Cucumber Salad has been removed from the menu. Centertown Market That’s the only change here this week, though. Read Our Review Of The Eggnog Cupcake We Had Here! Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge The Mara We’ve got some changes over at The Mara — you can now get BEER with breakfast, because why not? Here’s what’s been added: ADDED: Cigar City Jai Alai IPA – Tampa, FL – 16-oz Can – this bigger brother to the Pale Ale employs a significant amount of Hops with high bitterness and Citrus and Floral aroma for $10 ADDED: Heineken Lager – Netherlands – 16-oz Can – Golden-colored with flavors that are dry, clean, crisp, and refreshing with subtle bitterness for $8.75 The Mara ADDED: Yuengling Traditional Lager – Pottsville, PA – 16-oz Can – Fuller flavored with a higher malt presence than Pale Lagers for $8.50 ADDED: Coors Light Lager – Golden, CO – 16-oz Can – Golden-colored with Flavors that are Dry, Clean, Crisp, and Refreshing with Subtle Bitterness for $8 Check Out This Hidden Snack Deal We Found at Disney World Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto We saw a few changes over at Trader Sam’s, too. Under Appetizers, the Chicken or Tofu Lettuce Cups have been removed from the menu. Trader Sam’s And things have been shifted around a bit with “Cocktails,” too: ADDED: Mele Kaliki-Mai Tai – Plantation Original Dark Rum, Bacardí Superior Rum, Cinnamon, Orgeat (Almond), and Falernum with a splash of Lime Juice and a Cinnamon Stick for $15 ADDED: Tropical Snowstorm – Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey, Parrot Bay Coconut Rum, Coconut Cream, Cinnamon, Orgeat (Almond), and Falernum topped with Cinnamon and Nutmeg for $15 REMOVED: Dark & Tropical Stormy If You LOVE Trader Sam’s, You Should Try These Other Spots in Disney World Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Story Book Dining at Artist Point Story Book Dining at Artist Point is returning on December 16th! And ahead of its reopening, we got a peek at the updated prix fixe menu. There aren’t a lot of changes, but here’s what we’ve seen so far under Appetizers: The Wicked Shrimp Cocktail and the Mushroom Bisque are returning, but the bisque is now called “Wild Mushroom Bisque.” Hunter’s Terrine is now Hunter’s Pie and will is made with turkey, chicken, black truffle, cranberry preserve, and crispy sauerkraut Smoked Mushroom Bisque And here are the “Entrees” updates: “Cottage” Beef Stew has been renamed as “Cottage” Beef Stroganoff Brother’s Grimm Roasted Chicken is now called the Brother’s Grimm Herb Chicken, made with Cauliflower Puree, Roasted Vegetables, and Chicken Jus Magic Mirror’s Slow-braised Pork Shank has also swapped out Celery Root Mashed Potato with Horseradish, Mashed Potato, along with Wilted Greens and Jus REMOVED: Sorceress Spell of Land and Sea NEW: Sorceress Spell of “Tricken” Chicken — served with Herb-Crusted Potatoes, Snap Peas, and Vegetable Jus Brother’s Grimm Roasted Chicken Desserts mostly remain the same, although the Miner’s Treasures description changed to Cookies ’n Cream Panna Cotta and Chocolate Gems. Under Non-Alcoholic Drinks, the Wishing Apple Punch decreased from $7 to $5, but no longer includes a Souvenir Glow Cube, which can be purchased for an additional $3.75. And here’s what’s different under “Cocktails”: Antidote decreased from$14 to $13, Smoking Mirror increased from $13 to $14 A Brew of Peaches is now made with Jim Beam Black Extra-aged Bourbon instead of Buffalo Trace bourbon Alchemy is with Tanqueray Gin, as opposed to Uncle Val’s Gin. Here’s a Full Look At These Menu Changes Disney’s Port Orleans — Riverside Boatwright’s Dining Hall Boatwright’s Dining Hall is also set to reopen soon — on December 14th. And it, too, has some menu changes. Here’s what’s different under Appetizers: REMOVED: Crawfish Bisque REMOVED: Andouille Sausage Cheese Dip REMOVED: Fried Green Tomatoes ADDED: Boudin Balls — A mix of Andouille Sausage, Smoked Sausage, and Dirty Rice Breaded and Fried. Served with Remoulade, Creole Mustard, and Pickled Vegetables for $13 French Onion Soup Au Gratin increased from $9 to $10 Mardi Gras Fritters increased from $10 to $12 Amelia’s Salad increased from $9 to $10 Andouille Sausage-Cheese Dip Here’s what’s changed under “Entrees”: REMOVED: Turbodog Barbecued Ribs All-You-Can-Eat Chef’s Platter increased from $33 to $35 Boatwright’s Jambalaya increased from $19 to $21 Boatwright’s Harvest Jambalaya increased from $19 t $21 General Fulton’s Prime Rib increased from $35 to $36 Deep South Shrimp & Grits increased from $23 to $24 Boatwright’s Jambalaya And “Sides” have changed, too: REMOVED: option to add Crawfish Macaroni & Cheese or Lump Crab Cakes REMOVED: Red Beans and Rice “Desserts” have also seen some updates. This part of the menu is now called “A Finale from the D’Sert Sisters.” Here are the other changes: REMOVED: Lemon Chess Bar REMOVED: Traditional House-Made Bread Pudding Mississippi Mud Creme Brûlée — description changed from a Chocolate Brûlée with a Chocolate Shortbread Cookie to a Chocolate Creme Brûlée with Chocolate Ganache, Chocolate Gluten-Friendly Shortbread Cookie, Garnished with Fresh Strawberries and More Ganache Pecan Pie Cheesecake — description changed from Creamy Cheesecake with a Pecan Pie filling topped with Vanilla Chantilly Cream and Spiced Candied Pecans to a Pecan Pie Cheesecake with a Pecan-Graham Cracker Crust Creamy Vanilla Cheesecake with a Pecan Pie filling, Bourbon-Caramel sauce, and spicy candied pecans Boatwright’s Dining Hall The Kids’ Menu has seen a huge overhaul. Here’s what’s been updated: REMOVED: Celery and Carrot Sticks with Fat-Free Ranch Dressing REMOVED: Grilled Mahi Mahi REMOVED: Turkey Marinara with Pasta REMOVED: Steak Kabobs REMOVED: Cheese Pizza Boatwright’s Dining Hall REMOVED: Whole Grain Rice REMOVED: Buttered Elbow Pasta REMOVED: Cupcake REMOVED: Light Lemonade — served in a souvenir character cup with glowing character clip-on light ADDED: Grilled Fish Served with choice of (2) selections and choice of Small Lowfat Milk, Small Dasani Bottled Water, or Small Minute Maid Apple Juice for $12 ADDED: Pasta With Marinara — Served with choice of (2) selections and choice of Small Lowfat Milk, Small Dasani Bottled Water, or Small Minute Maid Apple Juice for $10 ADDED: Mixed Fruit Cup ADDED: Zero Sugar Lemonade with Flavors of Cotton Candy served in a souvenir character cup for $6.50 Grilled Chicken is no longer described as being “skewers” Boatwright’s There are a lot of changes under “Drinks,” too: REMOVED: Specialty Character Drink REMOVED: Mega Berry Smoothie REMOVED: Minute Maid Premium Lemonade topped with a Wildberry Foam REMOVED: Light Lemonade REMOVED: Magical Star Cocktail REMOVED: Abita Big Easy IPA REMOVED: Abita Purple Haze Abita Flight at Boatwright’s in Port Orleans Resort REMOVED: Abita Turbodog REMOVED: Abita Beer Flight REMOVED: Fireball Cocktail REMOVED: Cold Brew XO Patron ADDED: EARidescent Sip-a-bration: Minute Maid Premium Lemonade and Fruity Strawberry Punch, served in a souvenir 50th Celebration cup with a surprise character and a little bit of magic for $10 Zero Sugar Lemonade Sazerac is no longer made with Bulleit Rye Small Batch American Whiskey, but instead is made with Sazerac Knob Creek Rye Read More About These Menu Changes Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Todd English’s bluezoo There is one change on the bluezoo menu you’ll need to be aware of: the bluezoo burger has been removed. bluezoo bar That’s the only change here! Read A Review of bluezoo Shula’s Steakhouse We’ve got some changes at Shula’s, too. Under “Appetizers,” here’s what’s different New Orleans-style Shrimp increased from $21 to $22 REMOVED: Braised Swedish-style Meatballs ADDED: Maryland-style Crab Cake — Jumbo Lump Crab, Mustard, and Old Bay Seasoning with Rémoulade Sauce for $22 ADDED: Thick Cut Nueske’s Bacon — Bourbon-Honey Glaze, Tomato Jam, Cheddar Grits, White Cabbage & Fennel Slaw for $19 Shula’s Steakhouse Under “Soups and Salads,” this is what has changed: ADDED: Tomato Burrata Salad — Basil Pesto, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Balsamic Vinaigrette for $16 The Wedge Salad increased from $13 to $15 REMOVED: Roasted Beet Salad ADDED: Shula’s House Salad — Tomatoes, Bacon, Ricotta Salata, Carrots, Scallions, Apple Cider Vinaigrette for $14 Traditional Caesar Salad increased from $13 to $14 Tables and Artwork at Shula’s Under “Entrees,” we’re seeing these changes: Roasted Brick Chicken increased from $34 to $36 Coaches-cut Prime Rib increased from $39 to $41 There’s also a new item under “Sides:” Caramelized Brussels Sprouts — Bacon, Onions, Lemon Juice for $13 Read A Review of Shula’s Steakhouse Here Whew — that’s a ton of updates, right? But we’ll continue to track menu changes at Disney World and keep you updated, so stay tuned! We WOULD Wait in Line for HOURS for these Seasonal Cookies in Disney World — Read Our Review 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. Did any of your favorite Disney World restaurants get changes this week? Let us know what you think in the comments! The post Price Increases and Decreases?! See the Latest Disney World Menu Changes Here! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The holidays at Disney World are just extra special! Geyser Point Bar & Grill There’s all the amazing food, the EPCOT Festival of the Holidays, fun and vibrant merchandise, and all kinds of cool boozy holiday drinks. And as it’s our duty, we will try out ALL of those new drinks so you know what to expect, but today we drank FOUR! Meet the Martinis Around The World Flight. This is a combination of four drinks inspired by…well…the world! FOUR martinis? Yes, please! First up is the Florida Key Lime Pie, which is made with Parrot Bay Rum, Lime Juice, Simple Syrup, and Lime. We’ll admit that this one made us pucker up a bit, because it’s pretty sour, although there is a bit of sweetness in there just like actual key lime pie. If Key Lime Pie were a drink, this would be it, so it’s represented pretty well here! Starting in Florida… Next up is the Mexican Poinsetta, which is made with Chateau Ste. Michelle Brut, Cranberry Juice, and Cranberry. We loved this one, which was the perfect combination of sweet AND tart. Then Mexico…with a drink that is NOT Mexican at all The Caribbean Cream is made with Plantation Rum, Rumchata, Joffrey’s Shakin’ Jamaican Cold Brew, and Caramel Syrup. And this one was FABULOUS. It doesn’t look all that great, though, and it even looks like the milk in the rumchatta breaks apart from the mixture of the other ingredients, but it doesn’t affect the texture when you taste it. The bitter coffee taste just makes it that much better, although we think some people might prefer a sweeter drink. Drinks of the Caribbean… Finally, the Italian Manhattan, which is made with Maker’s Mark, Antica Sweet Vermouth, Amaretto, Cranberry Juice, Angostura Bitters, and Luxardo Cherry, turned out to be our favorite of the four! You can’t go wrong with a classic Manhattan. The flavor of the bourbon is really subtle in this drink. And although there’s a hint of tartness, it’s not TOO sour like the Mexican Martini. And on to Italy If you would like to try this flight for yourself, it’s available at Geyser Point Bar & Grill for $21 at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge. HOWEVER, you won’t find the martini flight on the menu, so you have to ask for it. And after we ordered it, we inspired several other guests to jump on the martini flight train! We’ll continue to taste ALL the holiday treats at Disney World, so stay tuned for more reviews! We WOULD Wait in Line for HOURS for these Seasonal Cookies in Disney World — Read Our Review Here! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney World Fun This Holiday Season! The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2021 is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. Order The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2021 now! It includes over 400 pages of must-have information, including: A full What's New!! chapter for the 2021 Holiday Season A full Monthly Schedule of Events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World's busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And, of course, we'll tell you where to eat! ;-D Click HERE to order your 2021 Guide now and get 20% off with code PEPPERMINT! As always, our e-Books are 100% guaranteed! If you don't love it, you get your money back! Want Even MORE? The DFB Everything Bundle comes with ALL of our guides, including the Holiday Guide, for one low price! It includes: Pre-order of the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining 2022 The 2021 Food & Wine Guide The DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Holidays 2021 Pre-order for the 2022 Flower and Garden Festival Guide All three DFB Snack Guides Click HERE to order your DFB Everything Bundle! MORE Disney World Holiday INFO! Check Out the FULL List of Holiday Treats Coming to Disney World This Year See the List of Holiday Treats Coming to Disney World’s Hotels Get All of the Latest Information about the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays See the Booths, Menus, and Food Photos for the Festival of the Holidays Check Out Our Photos & Reviews of the Holiday Treats in Disney World Watch Our Video About What We Wish We’d Known Before Going to Disney World During the Holidays Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest holiday news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! What’s your favorite holiday beverage? Let us know in the comments! The post REVIEW: We Drank Around the Globe in Disney World Without Leaving Our Seat! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s that time of the week where we take a look at all the construction progress that has been made around Disney World! Magic Kingdom This week we have a BIG update from the highly-anticipated roller coaster in EPCOT plus some smaller things that you might notice as you make your way around the parks. So, let’s get right to it! EPCOT Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind We’ve been keeping track of all the progress that Disney has made on the new indoor roller coaster, Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind. And, while we can’t see what’s inside just yet, we did get to see the first sign that this is a Marvel attraction arrive this week! From high up above on the monorail, you can see that the Nova Corps star has been added to the middle of the entrance area and a new awning is up! Guardians of the Galaxy Construction Disney World Imagineer, Zach Riddley, shared a closer look at the new addition on his Instagram page, saying that “the first sign of Xandar’s arrival to EPCOT appeared at the Wonders of Xandar pavilion.” The coloring on the star is unique, as it appears differently based on how the sun is hitting it or from what angle you’re looking at it! ©Zach Riddley | @thezachriddley Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind is set to open sometime in Summer 2022, so we’ll probably be seeing even more progress here soon! See More Updates on the Guardians of the Galaxy Construction HERE! Coral Reef Restaurant The new roller coaster isn’t the only spot to have some construction going on right now in EPCOT — we also noticed that the pavement was being redone outside of Coral Reef Restaurant. Some pavement work going on here! Only select portions of the ground were blocked off, so there is still plenty of room to walk around as you make your way into or out of the park or head on in for a meal! Disney’s Animal Kingdom Restaurantosaurus Over at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, the construction walls that once surrounded the back patio at Restaurantosaurus are gone and it is now open to guests once again! Work is complete back here! But, work here isn’t done just yet, as construction walls can still be found near the entrance. Still ongoing here! The Quick Service spot is open throughout the refurbishments though, so you can still stop in to grab a burger, salad, chicken nuggets, or whatever else you’re craving from the menu! Disney Resorts Disney’s Art of Animation Resort Disney’s Art of Animation has been receiving some TLC for quite some time now and the exterior renovation has made A LOT of progress recently! The buildings have been receiving a fresh coat of paint to make these colorful buildings even more vibrant. The buildings are getting a refresh! We did notice that some of the little details that could once be found on the coral designs in the Finding Nemo section are missing now. Bit, this is still a work in progress, so we’ll keep an eye out for any other changes that we spot as more is painted! Disney’s BoardWalk Inn And, Disney’s BoardWalk Inn is still a land of construction walls as Disney continues work on replacing the gravel walkways around the resort. So, for now, your holiday photos might have a different background than you were expecting, though Disney has tried to spruce it up a bit with 50th-anniversary banners! Construction continues That’s it for this week’s construction update! We’re always on the lookout for what has changed around Disney World, so be sure to stay tuned to DFB for the latest! Check out Three Attractions Will Be CLOSED in Disney World This December 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. When is your next Disney World trip? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTOS: The Guardians of the Galaxy Ride in Disney World Reaches a BIG Milestone and MORE! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Can a person have too many Loungefly backpacks? We’ll leave that one up to you. Disney certainly LOVES releasing new Loungefly backpacks, and we’re not complaining! Loungefly heaven And Loungefly’s newest backpack is fun, bright, festive, and sparkly! But we couldn’t help but feel a little déjà vu when we saw the announcement. Take a look at this new backpack and let us know what you think. First of all, let’s give this backpack a good look. It’s cute, right? It has the little Mickey ears, a shiny red bow, and a silver snowflake charm! There’s no release date for this new backpack yet; Loungefly just said that it is “coming soon!” But didn’t we already see something VERY similar to that red sequin backpack? After a quick dive into the archives, we found it. Back in 2019, Disney sold THIS backpack! We knew it looked familiar! As you may recall, the backpack was part of the “Redd” collection, which also included a pair of red sequin ears! The matching ears While it may look very similar, we can’t deny that is it also super cute, and we love the addition of the snowflake zipper. ©Loungefly Well, if you didn’t get the chance to buy the 2019 version of this red backpack, you’re in luck! Be sure to stay tuned for more Disney news and merchandise updates! Wait, You Can Buy HANDCUFFS in Disney World?! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney World Fun This Holiday Season! The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2021 is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. Order The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2021 now! It includes over 400 pages of must-have information, including: A full What's New!! chapter for the 2021 Holiday Season A full Monthly Schedule of Events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World's busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And, of course, we'll tell you where to eat! ;-D Click HERE to order your 2021 Guide now and get 20% off with code PEPPERMINT! As always, our e-Books are 100% guaranteed! If you don't love it, you get your money back! Want Even MORE? The DFB Everything Bundle comes with ALL of our guides, including the Holiday Guide, for one low price! It includes: Pre-order of the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining 2022 The 2021 Food & Wine Guide The DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Holidays 2021 Pre-order for the 2022 Flower and Garden Festival Guide All three DFB Snack Guides Click HERE to order your DFB Everything Bundle! MORE Disney World Holiday INFO! Check Out the FULL List of Holiday Treats Coming to Disney World This Year See the List of Holiday Treats Coming to Disney World’s Hotels Get All of the Latest Information about the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays See the Booths, Menus, and Food Photos for the Festival of the Holidays Check Out Our Photos & Reviews of the Holiday Treats in Disney World Watch Our Video About What We Wish We’d Known Before Going to Disney World During the Holidays Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest holiday news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Did you recognize that backpack? Let us know in the comments! The post Disney's New Loungefly Backpack is Giving Us Déjà Vu! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

While Disney World is known for its extravagant holiday decorations, they aren’t the only ones who know how to decorate for Christmas! Disney’s Hollywood Studios takes on a sweet vintage theme while Magic Kingdom is covered in fruit this year; but what about those of us at home? We Christmas decorations! From fun little wreath accents to full-scale Disney decor, we’re here to spread some holiday cheer with the DFB team’s Disney Christmas decorations! Let’s start with the outdoor decor. One of our writers has a festive Mickey wreath strung with white lights! This is one of the simpler decorations on the list, but it still gives us that much-needed touch of Disney during the holidays. Does this count as a hidden Mickey? Moving to the kitchen, one of our reporters has a whole collection of Christmas-themed Disney serving items! There are SO many adorable things to discuss here. Look at that cheerful tray in the back, and can we talk about the gingerbread castle that doubles as a countdown to Christmas?! Gingerbread houses, Spaceship Earth, AND M&M’s… they’ve got it all! When it comes to decorative pillows, can you have too many? No matter where you stand on the debate, you have to admit that this Santa Mickey pillow has some of the cutest Christmas art EVER. Cozy vibes Speaking of cozy stuffed Disney items, one of our other writers has a whole collection of holiday friends! Pascal really knows how to wear a hat; Christmas belongs to him. Santa hats for everyone! Of course, we have some ornaments to show off. First up is this hilarious Emperor’s New Groove ornament with two of the funniest Disney villains we know. That rollercoaster to the secret lab scene is one of our favorites! Side note: why isn’t that a Disney attraction yet?! Pull the lever, Kronk! Forget Christmas trains, people. This tree has a MONORAIL going around it, and we are OBSESSED! ‘Tis the season to manténgase alejado de las puertas, as they say. This is SO COOL! In the spirit of swapping out traditional Christmas decor for Disney-themed items, take a look at this Santa Mickey tree topper! Mickey IS the star! And while we’re at it, let’s discuss these Mickey and Minnie nutcrackers! Aren’t they cute?! Does this remind anyone else of the Disney movie where Mickey is a nutcracker? It’s a classic! Didn’t know these existed, but we’re obsessed This is one of those ornaments that makes us feel nostalgic, and we love it. It’s simple, classic, and puts us in the Christmas spirit! What about you? You can’t go wrong with a classic Disney ornament! We love these Mickey and Minnie snowmen — or should we say snowmice? Either way, they put a smile on our faces! Snowman friends Who could forget that scene in WALL-E where he rolls around with EVE on a makeshift Christmas light leash? It melts our heart just thinking about it! Anyway, this ornament encapsulates two of our favorite characters and we adore it. This is adorable As you can see, the DFB team has Disney-themed holiday decor in ALL parts of the house. Even our hand towels get a festive upgrade! Mickey wreath twins! We’ve got another cute Disney tree, and this one even has a creative tree topper! Santa Mickey hat as a tree topper…genius Next up, we’ve got a trio of Jim Shore figures all dressed up for the holidays! Goofy might be the tallest elf we’ve ever seen, but he’s got the right idea, anyway! These are so sweet! Finally, we had to end with one more Disney-themed Christmas tree. Can you tell our team loves a good Disney-themed ornament? There are so many cute ornaments! From our little team to your family at home, have a jolly holiday! Be sure to stay tuned to DFB for more updates and news! PHOTOS: You’ll Wanna See the NEW Additions to Disney World’s Christmas Tree Stroll! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney World Fun This Holiday Season! The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2021 is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. Order The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2021 now! It includes over 400 pages of must-have information, including: A full What's New!! chapter for the 2021 Holiday Season A full Monthly Schedule of Events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World's busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And, of course, we'll tell you where to eat! ;-D Click HERE to order your 2021 Guide now and get 20% off with code PEPPERMINT! As always, our e-Books are 100% guaranteed! If you don't love it, you get your money back! Want Even MORE? The DFB Everything Bundle comes with ALL of our guides, including the Holiday Guide, for one low price! It includes: Pre-order of the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining 2022 The 2021 Food & Wine Guide The DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Holidays 2021 Pre-order for the 2022 Flower and Garden Festival Guide All three DFB Snack Guides Click HERE to order your DFB Everything Bundle! MORE Disney World Holiday INFO! Check Out the FULL List of Holiday Treats Coming to Disney World This Year See the List of Holiday Treats Coming to Disney World’s Hotels Get All of the Latest Information about the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays See the Booths, Menus, and Food Photos for the Festival of the Holidays Check Out Our Photos & Reviews of the Holiday Treats in Disney World Watch Our Video About What We Wish We’d Known Before Going to Disney World During the Holidays Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest holiday news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! 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Today marks the 120th birthday of Walt Disney! Partners Statue in Magic Kingdom There are plenty of ways to celebrate Walt’s birthday, from nomming on his favorite foods to checking out an underrated Disney World spot dedicated to his vision. And now, we’ve got one more exciting activity to add to the list! If you’ve visited EPCOT within the past few years, you’ve likely noticed plenty of changes and construction happening as part of the major EPCOT transformation that’s in the works. Spaceship Earth And when we say MAJOR, we mean it! The park is receiving a huge overhaul to reorganize it into four distinct “neighborhoods.” As part of the transformation, EPCOT will receive new attractions, restaurants, and more! We’ve already seen many of the new additions make their debut, but there are still some that we’re waiting on. Space 220 One new feature that’s still in the works is a brand new statue of Walt Disney coming to Dreamers Point, located near the exit of Spaceship Earth. The statue will celebrate Walt’s dedication to looking forward towards the future. Concept Art of the New Statue! In honor of Walt’s birthday, Disney has shared a behind-the-scenes video of the making of the brand new statue! Check it out below! We’ll continue to be on the lookout for more updates on all of the changes still to come for the EPCOT transformation, so stay tuned to DFB for all of the latest news! Here’s EVERYTHING You Need to Know About the EPCOT Transformation! Want MORE Details About EPCOT’s MASSIVE Transformation? Future World Will Transform Into Three New Neighborhoods — Learn More Here A Revitalized Club Cool Is Now Open in EPCOT The New Creations Shop is OPEN and Has Replaced Mouse Gear Go Inside Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure With Us Check Out All of the Tasty Details About EPCOT’s New Crêperie Get a Closer Look at the New Nighttime Lights Coming to Spaceship Earth See More About EPCOT’s Upcoming Nighttime Spectacular -- Harmonious Learn All About Space 220, Which Has Officially OPENED in EPCOT What’s Been CUT From the EPCOT Transformation? See More Here! Learn More About the New PLAY! Pavilion Coming to Epcot! See All the Details You Need to Know About the Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Coaster Coming to World Discovery Learn More About Journey of Water -- Inspired by Moana, Coming to World Nature Click HERE for All the News and Details about EPCOT’s Transformation! Join the DFB Newsletter To get all the latest Epcot transformation news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Which part of the EPCOT transformation are you the most excited about? Let us know in the comments! The post VIDEO: Behind-The-Scenes Look at the New Walt Disney Statue Coming to EPCOT! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Happy birthday, Walt! Who could have predicted that this little guy would go on to create the most magical place on earth? Back in October, Disney World celebrated its 50th anniversary, but today we’re celebrating the birthday of the man who made it all possible: Walt Disney! But did you know that there’s a place in Disney World where you can celebrate Walt’s legacy year-round? Obligatory birthday baby picture There’s a majorly-overlooked little area in Disney’s Hollywood Studios that pays tribute to Walt Disney, and most people just walk right by. In honor of Walt’s birthday, we decided to stop in and show you around. Who knows, you might even learn something new! Outside the hustle and bustle of Toy Story Land, there’s a building FULL of Disney history called Walt Disney Presents: One Man’s Dream! Here, you can learn about Walt Disney, the creation of Mickey Mouse, and so much more. Walt Disney Presents: One Man’s Dream The exhibit has a lot of interesting information and fun photographs from the storied history of Walt Disney. Did you know Walt Disney’s television debut was on CHRISTMAS? Speaking of television, let’s take a minute to appreciate this picture. Sure, Slinky Dog Dash is fun, but how cool is this throwback Mickey Mouse Club photo?! Talk about a blast from the past. Next year’s Halloween costume, anyone? You can also learn a little bit of history about Mickey Mouse! The signs talk about Steamboat Willie and a few other classic Mickey cartoons. It all started with a mouse! Of course, any Walt Disney museum wouldn’t be complete without some Disneyland history! Do you recognize that iconic arch? There’s also a little secret hidden in this exhibit! If you look closely, you can see a silhouette of Walt standing in the Disneyland castle. Do you see him? We’ll get a little closer for ya! Next time you’re in Hollywood Studios, check out the One Man’s Dream exhibit and say hello to Walt yourself! What a cute little detail! As you can see, the Walt Disney Presents: One Man’s Dream building is actually pretty cool! If you ever need a break from your busy day in Disney or want to learn a little bit about Walt Disney, go check this place out! It’s full of history and memorabilia you won’t find anywhere else. In the meantime, stay tuned for more Disney news and updates! Do You Know Where To Find These 10 Hidden Secrets 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. Did you know about this quiet little spot in Hollywood Studios? Let us know in the comments! The post Celebrate Walt Disney's Birthday at THIS Underrated Location! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If you’re visiting Disney World for the holidays, there’s generally one thing you can count on — crowds. Holiday Crowds Celebrating the holidays in Disney World is a blast, but the larger crowds aren’t always so fun. So what can you do to beat the crowds? We have a few suggestions you can try when the crowds start to get to you, so take a look! Take Park Breaks Taking breaks from Disney Parks is probably the easiest way to escape the crowds. Sure, there might be crowds at your resort too, but they probably won’t be as busy as they are in the parks. Check out the activities you can do around your resort! Sometimes they cost an additional fee, but you usually get to make a fun souvenir to take home, like with this Sand Art Activity at Art of Animation. Sand Art Resort Activity You can also just rest! Don’t want to sit in your hotel room? That’s fine! Many Disney World hotels have really nice lounge areas, like the Voyageurs’ Lounge in Disney’s Riviera Resort. Take a seat, grab a coffee (or a cocktail, we won’t judge), and enjoy your break. Voyageurs’ Lounge Now, what if you don’t want to waste precious time at your resort? There are options in the parks too! Check out the Rivera Resort Voyageurs’ Lounge here! Find a Quiet Corner You can find less crowded, quiet corners all over Disney World. You just have to look! They’re often tucked away in the far corners of the parks, so they may not always be easy to find. In the Storybook Circus area of Magic Kingdom, near Dumbo, take a rest in the yellow tent where there is plenty of seating AND even outlets for charging your phone. Storybook Circus Rest Area In EPCOT, not all the pavilions in the World Showplace are super packed generally speaking. The Morocco pavilion is often one of the more quiet pavilions, with plenty of seating and shady spots for relaxing. Morocco Pavilion Next time you’re in Disney World, take a walk to the farthest edge of the park and you might find one of these quiet spots. Did you know about this secret place to charge your phone in Magic Kingdom? Use Secret Walkways Did you know there are secret walkways all over Disney World? They usually have way fewer people than the average walkway, and you can bypass crowds by taking these secret routes. One of the best ones is the walkway between Africa and Pandora in Disney’s Animal Kingdom, where you can not only escape the crowds but take beautiful photos of the landscape. Pandora/Africa Walkway Other notable walkways exist between Adventureland and Frontierland in Magic Kingdom, or between Africa and Asia in Animal Kingdom. Take a look at your map and remember that you don’t always HAVE to take the main pathways! Over 15 secret walkways to beat the crowds in Disney World! Visit a Long Attraction Find a long show or ride, take a seat, and escape the crowds for a little while. For example, the Hall of Presidents is 25 minutes long in Magic Kingdom. Hall of Presidents’ Carousel of Progress, also in Magic Kingdom, is 20 minutes and 45 seconds long! That’s a nice break. Carousel of Progress And if you stop by For the First Time in Forever: A Frozen Sing-Along Celebration, you can sit and enjoy the show for 30 minutes! Seating in the Frozen Sing-Along Celebration There are lots of other shows and attractions throughout Disney World with longer experiences, so plan to stop by one if you need a break from the crowds! Do you know which Disney World rides are the longest? Make a Dining Reservation Having a table service reservation is also a great way to sit down, breathe, and enjoy a meal away from crowds. Your restaurant might also be crowded but at least you can take a break from maneuvering through the crowds all over the park. Our Table at Steakhouse 71 You can book a dining reservation up to 60 days in advance but you can also make same-day reservations if they’re available! So even if you didn’t plan to eat at a restaurant originally, you may be able to find a walk-up waitlist or same-day reservations if you’re in desperate need of a break. Read more about booking Disney dining reservations here! Visit Joffrey’s And if you want coffee, stop by Joffrey’s instead of Starbucks. Most Starbucks locations are frequently crowded on an average day in Disney World, let alone during a busy time. Inside Starbucks Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea, on the other hand, has several locations throughout each Disney Park AND Disney Springs, so you will typically find shorter waits. And some people even prefer Joffrey’s over Starbucks! Joffrey’s in EPCOT Although it’s not Starbucks, Joffrey’s has many of your favorite coffee drinks, so give them a try next time you’re not in the mood for a super long line at Starbucks in Disney World. Checkout our guide to coffee in Disney World! Get Disney Genie+ The Disney Genie service has two paid options that allow you to bypass standby lines and take the much shorter Lightning Lanes. You can get Genie+ for $15 per, day per person for access to over 40 different rides, or you can pay-per-ride for select popular Disney World rides. Rise of the Resistance Lightning Lane So yes, it’ll cost you, but if waiting in crowded lines is an issue for you this is a way to help that wait be a bit shorter. Consider whether Genie+ might be something your family is interested in. Click here to learn more about Disney Genie+ and pay-per-ride! There are lots of ways to escape crowds in Disney World but you might have to get creative! Try some of these tips next time you’re feeling overwhelmed by everyone visiting Disney World for the holidays. Keep checking back with DFB for more Disney Park planning tips and tricks! Photos & Video: You HAVE to see the Thanksgiving crowds in Disney World! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney World Fun This Holiday Season! The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2021 is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. Order The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2021 now! It includes over 400 pages of must-have information, including: A full What's New!! chapter for the 2021 Holiday Season A full Monthly Schedule of Events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World's busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And, of course, we'll tell you where to eat! ;-D Click HERE to order your 2021 Guide now and get 20% off with code PEPPERMINT! As always, our e-Books are 100% guaranteed! If you don't love it, you get your money back! Want Even MORE? The DFB Everything Bundle comes with ALL of our guides, including the Holiday Guide, for one low price! It includes: Pre-order of the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining 2022 The 2021 Food & Wine Guide The DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Holidays 2021 Pre-order for the 2022 Flower and Garden Festival Guide All three DFB Snack Guides Click HERE to order your DFB Everything Bundle! MORE Disney World Holiday INFO! Check Out the FULL List of Holiday Treats Coming to Disney World This Year See the List of Holiday Treats Coming to Disney World’s Hotels Get All of the Latest Information about the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays See the Booths, Menus, and Food Photos for the Festival of the Holidays Check Out Our Photos & Reviews of the Holiday Treats in Disney World Watch Our Video About What We Wish We’d Known Before Going to Disney World During the Holidays Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest holiday news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Are you visiting Disney World for the holidays? Tell us in the comments! The post How to Avoid Holiday Crowd Burnout in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. ‘Tis the season for holiday-themed Disney merchandise! Holiday Merch As usual, Disney has dropped a ton of new goodies to help up get into the season. And we’ve got great news for those of you ready to get in some holiday shopping — Disney is offering up to 40% off on select holiday merch for a limited time only! You can take care of everyone on your “Nice” list this year (including yourself!) with the holiday sale from shopDisney! The sale includes discounts of up to 40% on select holiday items, and there are some serious fan-favorites included in the list. ©shopDisney Remember those Sugar Cookie Mickey Ears, we spotted in the parks recently? Well if you’ve been craving a pair of these sweet ears you’re in luck — they’re included in the sale! These are SO cute! The ears are normally priced at $29.99, but you can snag them for just $17.99 while the sale lasts! Click here to buy the Sugar Cookie Mickey Ears! And those aren’t the only holiday-themed ears included. The Minnie Mouse Cranberry Red Holiday Ears are also on sale for a limited time! ©Disney Just like the other pair of ears, these beauties are marked down from $29.99 to $17.99. Click here to buy the Minnie Mouse Cranberry Red Holiday Ears! There are other super-popular items on sale too, like the Mickey & Friends “Merry Christmas” Spirit Jersey for Kids. If you’re looking for a Disney-themed gift for your kiddo, this could be a comfy option that will actually get some use! Kids’ spirit jersey The sale takes the price of this spirit jersey from $49.99 down to $34.99. Click here to buy the Mickey & Friends “Merry Christmas” Spirit Jersey! Of course, there’s tons of festive decor included as well. Like The Child Holiday Stocking, which is the perfect addition for all of the major Star Wars fans out there! Joy To The Galaxy You can deck the halls with this little cutie for $20.99 if you snag him while the sale lasts! Click here to buy The Child Holiday Stocking! And that’s just a taste of all the holiday goodies that are on sale right now. Head over to shopDisney to check out everything that’s included. But you better hurry — the sale ends on Monday! Happy shopping, fellow Disney fans! PHOTOS and VIDEOS: See A TON of the NEW Holiday Merchandise in Disney World! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney World Fun This Holiday Season! The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2021 is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. Order The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2021 now! It includes over 400 pages of must-have information, including: A full What's New!! chapter for the 2021 Holiday Season A full Monthly Schedule of Events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World's busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And, of course, we'll tell you where to eat! ;-D Click HERE to order your 2021 Guide now and get 20% off with code PEPPERMINT! As always, our e-Books are 100% guaranteed! If you don't love it, you get your money back! Want Even MORE? The DFB Everything Bundle comes with ALL of our guides, including the Holiday Guide, for one low price! It includes: Pre-order of the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining 2022 The 2021 Food & Wine Guide The DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Holidays 2021 Pre-order for the 2022 Flower and Garden Festival Guide All three DFB Snack Guides Click HERE to order your DFB Everything Bundle! MORE Disney World Holiday INFO! Check Out the FULL List of Holiday Treats Coming to Disney World This Year See the List of Holiday Treats Coming to Disney World’s Hotels Get All of the Latest Information about the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays See the Booths, Menus, and Food Photos for the Festival of the Holidays Check Out Our Photos & Reviews of the Holiday Treats in Disney World Watch Our Video About What We Wish We’d Known Before Going to Disney World During the Holidays Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest holiday news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Which Disney items are on your wishlist this year? Let us know in the comments! The post Act Fast for a HUGE Discount on Mickey Ears and More Disney Holiday Merch! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s our professional opinion that one of the best parts of the holidays is the food! Festival of the Holidays There are so many amazing holiday snacks, and sharing a meal with loved ones is one of the best parts of the season! If you don’t have a signature holiday dish that you bring to the table every year, then you’re in luck! D23 had you covered with a new holiday recipe! D23 just gave us this Jewish Apple Cake recipe, and we can’t wait to try it! Jewish Apple Cake! Even better, it’s surprisingly easy to make — it only LOOKS complicated! Here’s what you’ll need! Ingredients: 6 medium apples (Gala, Fuji, Honey Crisp, or Granny Smith apples) 5 tbsp granulated sugar 11/2 tsp cinnamon 23/4 cups of all-purpose flour – sifted 1 tbsp baking powder 1 tsp salt 2 cups granulated sugar 1 cup vegetable oil 1/4 cup orange juice 1 tbsp vanilla extract 4 large eggs 1 tbsp powdered sugar You’ll also need a Tube or bundt cake pan! Directions: Preheat your oven to 350° Peel the apples, core them, and slice them as thin as you like! Combine the sugar and cinnamon, then add it to the apples In a mixing bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, and salt! In another bowl, whisk together the sugar, oil, juice, and vanilla. Add one egg at a time to the batter, mixing well between each egg. Grease the cake pan, and add a thin layer of batter to the bottom. Using a slotted spoon, add a layer of apples, then a layer of batter, repeat until you’ve filled the pan. Arrange the apples nicely on the top of the cake and brush the liquid from the apples on the top of the cake! Once you’re done assembling, place your cake in the middle of the oven, and bake at 350° for 1 hour and 30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean! Allow the cake to cool, then flip it from the pan. Optional: top it with powdered sugar! You now have a delicious Jewish Apple Cake, thanks D23! All the warm, comforting flavors of Winter in one slice of cake. YUM! Let us know if you make this cake, and stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney news! Click Here to check out another Disney Recipe!! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney World Fun This Holiday Season! The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2021 is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. Order The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2021 now! It includes over 400 pages of must-have information, including: A full What's New!! chapter for the 2021 Holiday Season A full Monthly Schedule of Events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World's busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And, of course, we'll tell you where to eat! ;-D Click HERE to order your 2021 Guide now and get 20% off with code PEPPERMINT! As always, our e-Books are 100% guaranteed! If you don't love it, you get your money back! Want Even MORE? The DFB Everything Bundle comes with ALL of our guides, including the Holiday Guide, for one low price! It includes: Pre-order of the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining 2022 The 2021 Food & Wine Guide The DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Holidays 2021 Pre-order for the 2022 Flower and Garden Festival Guide All three DFB Snack Guides Click HERE to order your DFB Everything Bundle! MORE Disney World Holiday INFO! Check Out the FULL List of Holiday Treats Coming to Disney World This Year See the List of Holiday Treats Coming to Disney World’s Hotels Get All of the Latest Information about the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays See the Booths, Menus, and Food Photos for the Festival of the Holidays Check Out Our Photos & Reviews of the Holiday Treats in Disney World Watch Our Video About What We Wish We’d Known Before Going to Disney World During the Holidays Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the latest holiday news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Are you gonna try this Jewish Apple Cake recipe? Let us know in the comments! The post The Disney Recipe That'll Impress Your Friends and Family This Holiday! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If you’re anything like us, you probably take a LOT of photos while you’re in Disney World. Picture this: you planned out the perfect outfit, put on a matching pair of Minnie ears, and are all ready to take some pictures in the parks. But what about your nails? He’s always photo-ready! With all that time and money you spent on a Disney vacation, maybe you didn’t have time to worry about your nails! Luckily (or should we say surprisingly!) Disney’s got you covered. Ta-da! Disney is selling nail decals now. Bet you didn’t have THAT on your Disney merchandise BINGO card! Disney is always a little late when it comes to what’s trendy, but it’s better late than never! We first spotted these sweet lil’ Minnie ear nails about a week ago. Cute, right? Put Minnie on your nails! But then, PLOT TWIST, we found HOLIDAY-themed ones! Cute, right? We found these new nail decals at Mickey’s of Hollywood in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. So far, we only found two options: gold and holiday-themed. The gold looks like it would be perfect to ring in the New Year soon! Gold: classy The holiday set is SUPER festive. We definitely couldn’t paint that ourselves, that’s for sure! Holiday: sassy You can buy yourself an instant Disney manicure for $7.99, which is certainly less expensive than going to a nail salon! We’ll be sure to keep our eyes out to see if Disney makes any other nail decal sets. In the meantime, stay tuned for more Disney news! You Can Buy HANDCUFFS 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. What do you think about these new nail decals? Let us know in the comments! The post An Instant Manicure in Disney World? Yes, PLZ! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

FastPass+ will not be returning to Disney World. In its place is the new, paid Disney Genie+ system and the related Individual Attraction Selection (or pay-per-ride) system. Rise of the Resistance Lightning Lane When Genie+ was first announced, there were a lot of…feelings about it. When we reached out to our fantastic DFB readers back in August of 2021, over HALF of them said that they would NOT pay for the Genie+ service. Genie+ has now been available in Disney World for a number of weeks (since about mid-October 2021), and we’ve worked on testing it in all kinds of different ways. So, now that Genie+ has been out for a while, we wondered…have feelings about the system changed? We reached out to our fantastic followers on Facebook recently with this very question. Before we get to their responses, let’s do a quick Genie+ recap. We worked on a post a while ago that explained Disney Genie in 500 words or less. You can read that full post here, but we’re dropping in some of the key things below. First, we have Disney Genie. Disney Genie is a FREE planning service built into the My Disney Experience App. You will tell Disney Genie what you want to ride, what types of things you like, etc., and Disney Genie will create a personalized, flexible itinerary for you. Hello, Genie! With Genie, you’ll be able to see forecasted wait times, mobile order your food, see walk-up waitlist availability, make restaurant reservations, adjust your plans, and more. Plans will continuously update to help you get the most out of your day. Click here to read about our experience using the FREE Genie planning service. Next, there’s Disney Genie+. Disney Genie+ is a PAID FastPass-like service. It costs $15 per day, per ticket at Disney World. If you pay for this service, you’ll be able to see when the next available time is to use various rides’ Lightning Lanes (i.e. FastPass+ lanes). You will select the next available time to use the Lightning Lane for whatever ride you want, and when your time arrives, you can visit the ride and use the Lightning Lane (skipping the standby line). ©Disney Once you’re done with that ride, you can make another Genie+ Lightning Lane selection — 1 ride at a time, throughout the day (though there are some special timing rules you should know about). Over 40 attractions are available through Genie+ at Disney World. But, NOT all attractions will be available through Genie+. You cannot make a Genie+ Lightning Lane selection until the DAY OF your trip. At Disney World, guests can make their first Lightning Lane attraction at 7AM on the day of their visit. Click here to see more about how to book and pay for Genie+! Lastly, there’s Individual Attraction Selection or pay-per-ride. Select, highly popular attractions (like Seven Dwarfs Mine Train at Magic Kingdom, Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance in Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure at EPCOT, and other select rides) will NOT be listed on Genie+. Even if you pay for Genie+, you will NOT be able to select a time for/use the Lightning Lane at those attractions. Space Mountain Lightning Lane Instead, if you want to use the Lightning Lane for those attractions, you’ll have to pay for the attractions INDIVIDUALLY. You can only purchase a maximum of 2 of these pay-per-ride selections per day. Click here to see what thousands of fans had to say in terms of what pay-per-ride attractions are worth the cost! As we mentioned, Genie+ has been “live” for a little while now, meaning guests have had the chance to test it out and see whether it is or is not something they’re a fan of. During their 4th quarter earnings call in 2021, Disney actually noted that nearly a third of Disney World guests are buying Genie+ for their vacation. So, we reached out to our followers on Facebook and asked “Now that you’ve seen Genie in action, have your feelings changed towards the service at all?” We got hundreds of responses and got to hear things from both sides. Here’s what they had to say. Yes, But Not for the Better Some followers have changed their opinions, but it wasn’t for the better. One individual said, “I had high hopes for it, but used it last month on a friend trip. We didn’t feel it was worth it, but also felt we didn’t have a choice.” They shared that they spent a lot of time looking for Lightning Lane times in the app and felt like they were able to ride more simply by visiting the rides while the fireworks were going on (a time when many guests tend to be watching the show rather than riding the attractions). But, they did note that they liked the ability to purchase individual lightning lanes (pay-per-ride selections). Lightning Lane Another said that they hated it even more after using it, particularly because they had to pay for it and wake up early to get those first Lightning Lane selections at 7AM. Others said that they felt like Genie+ has made the stand-by lines longer than before. Would You Buy Genie+? Another shared that Genie+ was not worth it for them, and that every time they wanted to get it for a ride, the return time was too late in the day for them. But, they shared that they purchased the pay-per-ride selection for Rise of the Resistance and felt that it was worth it. Others shared that they weren’t happy about the fact that you can only use it once per ride and that you have to use your phone a LOT. Some complained that it also took away from the magic as they constantly felt like they were looking for their next ride selection and not enjoying the ride they were on. Another called it “beyond stressful.” Scanning into Our Lightning Lane Some commented on the cost and how it might be okay for a small group, but not for a larger family. Others didn’t like that it was an additional cost at all. Others felt like the selections they wanted ran out too quickly, or that by the time the afternoon came around, there weren’t enough selections left. Can a Genie+ ride sell out? See more details here. Actually, Genie+ Isn’t So Bad Others felt like their experience with Genie+ has shown that it isn’t so bad. One reader said they used Genie+ in Magic Kingdom, and while they missed FastPass+, they did feel like Genie+ was worth the money. They noted that they were able to ride 7 attractions with it and saved tons of time. Lightning Lane Another shared that they used it during Thanksgiving time and that their family member was able to do everything they wanted and they never really waited for anything, making the service worth it for them. Another also said they used it during Thanksgiving and “felt so accomplished” because they got to ride many rides using it. Expedition Everest entrance One said that they loved it (especially at Magic Kingdom and Hollywood Studios) and even said that one person they were with shared they wouldn’t do Disney again without it! Several others echoed the same sentiments and shared that they were able to go on a lot of rides with little to no wait thanks to Genie+. Click here to get our FREE DFB printable to help you make sense of Disney Genie! No Change Some said that their opinions wouldn’t change as they felt like Genie+ wouldn’t impact their trips since they travel during slower times. One put it very simply for their view: “Nope. Still hate it.” Well, there’s definitely some honesty there! It’s Complicated Some noted pros and cons about the service. One commenter felt like the service (combined with their Disability Access Service) made their days at Magic Kingdom and Hollywood Studios seamless, but felt like it wasn’t worth it for Animal Kingdom. Another felt like it wasn’t needed for Animal Kingdom or EPCOT. Tower of Terror Lightning Lane One said that they felt like it was useful in Hollywood Studios, but that they felt like it wasn’t good for park hopping as they felt like it didn’t let them do too much in the parks before hopping. Another shared that their experience with Genie+ was “a bust” but that they’d be giving it another try! Lightning Lane Entrance Others shared that they liked Genie+ but were not fans of how it functioned on the My Disney Experience app. Others mentioned the app experiencing issues as well, so that’s something to keep in mind and just be prepared for. Some had mixed feelings and had great experiences with Genie+ one day and terrible experiences the next. One also shared that it might not be needed for regular park goers, but could be helpful if you’re visiting Disney World for the first time. Soarin’ Lightning Lane Some suggested improvements, like allowing guests to book select times in advance to help with planning, rather than having to just book 1 at a time on the morning of their visit. Click here to see our thoughts on whether you should park hop with Genie+ in Disney World! What About Free Genie? Some also commented about the Free Genie planning service. One said that they felt like it was of no use to them and felt like it made recommendations that were not that intuitive. Another said that while they felt the free Genie planning service wasn’t good, they did feel like Genie+ was a must-do for Magic Kingdom. ©Disney This is just an overview of the MANY comments we got about Disney Genie. A huge thank you to our readers for sharing their thoughts with us. It seems for some, Genie+ has worked out well, while others have had less-than-positive experiences with it. What are your thoughts? Now that you’ve used Genie or seen others using it, has your view changed? Tell us in the comments below! All About Disney Genie, Genie+, and Individual Attraction Selection READ THIS Before Using the New Genie Planning Tool in Disney World Check Out the FULL List of Rides Included With Genie+ in Disney World See What Rides You Can Pay EXTRA For in Disney World & How Much They’ll Cost Learn What Rides Are Included With Genie+ in Disneyland (Plus the Ones You’ll Pay EXTRA to Ride) You CAN’T Re-Ride Disney World Attractions With Genie+ You CAN’T Cancel Pay-Per-Ride Selections in Disney World Get the Answers to All of Your Burning Questions About Disney Genie See Why You’ll Want to Stay in a Disney World Hotel When it Comes to Disney’s Pay-Per-Ride System Here’s What Annual Passholders and Magic Key Holders Need to Know About Genie+ See 5 Ways Genie+ Might Surprise You Learn About How Disney Genie Can Be Your Personal Assistant in Disney World Click HERE to See More About Disney Genie Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe Have you used Genie+? 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