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”There’s a great, big, beautiful tomorrow shining at the end of every day…” Magic Kingdom Sorry for the tune, we’ve made some visits to Magic Kingdom over the past few days and we just can’t get it out of our heads! Now, we’re bringing you an update on everything NEW in Disney World’s flagship park. Let’s take a look at all the updates in food, construction, and merchandise! Magic Kingdom Food Updates Columbia Harbour House First up, we tried out a plant-based 50th offering over at Columbia Harbour House. The Doom Burger is a plant-based crab cake sandwich topped with red onion and slaw to celebrate Haunted Mansion! Doom Burger Magic Kingdom Construction Updates Entering Magic Kingdom On the way into Magic Kingdom, we noticed some 50th banners at the toll booths headed into the parking lot. 50th Banners At the Transportation and Ticket Center, you’ll notice construction on the second-level loading platform for the ferryboat. Ferry Construction Out front of Magic Kingdom, there’s a new penny press! Penny Press Main Street, U.S.A. We spotted a film crew set up to film something in front of Cinderella Castle… Film Crew …and there were some new set pieces on the Castle stage. Castle Stage Fantasyland Over in Fantasyland, the ground is getting a few touch-ups. Fantasyland Ground Tomorrowland And, of course, we checked in on construction at the upcoming TRON Lightcycle Run ride. TRON Lightcycle Run Magic Kingdom Merchandise Updates Emporium As for merchandise, we spotted these fun 50th Leggings for $39.99 at the Emporium. 50th Leggings This spot also had a sweet Snow Globe for $16.99. Snow Globe Crystal Arts Crystal Arts has a new, very fancy, 50th Trinket Box for $39.99. 50th Trinket Box Sunglass Hut Over in Adventureland, Sunglass Hut released 50th Sunglasses! They are available alone for $260… 50th Sunglasses …or with a Themed Kit for $330! 50th Sunglasses Frontier Trading Post Frontier Trading Post had four new Apple Watch Bands for $34.99. There’s a Loki one… Apple Watch Band …a Halloween one… Apple Watch Band …a Minnie one… Apple Watch Band …and a Stitch one. Apple Watch Band Plus, find two new MagicBand designs! The Grey Mickey Band is $29.99 and the Tiara Band is $34.99. MagicBand designs Big Top Souvenirs Big Top Souvenirs has been using a virtual queue to mitigate 50th merchandise crowds but was back to normal during our visit. Big Top Souvenirs Star Traders And at Star Traders, we spotted a 50th nuiMOs Spirit Jersey for $21.99! 50th nuiMOs Spirit Jersey And that’s all the latest from Magic Kingdom! As always, keep an eye on DFB for the latest Disney World updates! Want to see more from Magic Kingdom? 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! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 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. Headed to Magic Kingdom soon? Tell us in the comments! The post What's New in Magic Kingdom: Filming at Cinderella Castle and MORE 50th Merch! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Hi, DFB friends, were you wondering what’s new at EPCOT? Wonder no more! Spaceship Earth is a Beacon of Magic for the 50th Anniversary! We’re here with news from EPCOT and what has changed in the park, so let’s jump in! EPCOT Food Updates Brew-Wing at the EPCOT Experience The 2021 EPCOT Food and Wine booth Brew-Wing has three new beers, including a Pumpkin Spice Latte Cream Ale, City Beautiful IPA, and Lightening Lager. New Beer Additions The menu for Brew-Wing features wings and flatbread pizzas, and in addition to their extensive beer and cider list, you can also order cider or beer flights. Here’s our review of the Brew-Wing at the EPCOT Experience! EPCOT Construction Updates We noticed there was some building construction in what is now formerly Future World. Construction There are new Brazil and Belgium signs in the World Showcase, directing guests to the new Brazil booth near Port of Entry… Brazil sign …and the new Belgium booth, also located near Port of Entry. Belgium sign There’s a new Guest Experience desk in the France pavilion of the World Showcase. New Guest Experience The Harmonious fountain barges are now decorated with photos of blue water as well as 50th anniversary logos. 50th signs And Living with the Land closed one day at 5PM for plant maintenance. Living with the Land That’s it for construction, so what’s new in merchandise? EPCOT Merchandise Updates Creations Shop Over 20 new pieces of Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure merchandise dropped at Creations Shop! This adorable ornament of Remy waving from a slice of cheese is $21.99. Hi, Remy! There were also new pins like this Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure pin for $9.99. Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure pin And even a new t-shirt that lists CHEESE names for $36.99. We never knew a t-shirt could make us hungry. You can find the new Remy merchandise at Creations Shop in EPCOT! See all the NEW Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure merchandise! That’s all for today, folks! Keep reading DFB for all your Disney World news, tips, and tricks. Check out our review of EPCOT’s fireworks package! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 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 surprised by any of the news this week? Tell us in the comments! The post What’s New at EPCOT: A Pumpkin Spice Beer and More Remy Merchandise first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’ve tried some pretty wild and over-the-top treats in Disney World the past few days! Dumbo Churros…encrusted with peanuts! We’ve had sundaes piled high with every Disney snack known to man, hot dogs topped with funnel cake pieces, and more blue cupcakes than we’ll ever be able to count. But the party doesn’t stop there! Today, we headed to EPCOT to try a rather pricey treat that you can only find in one very special location. Today, we stopped by San Angel Inn to check out the 50th Anniversary Celebration Fiesta Pyramid! Seriously, this thing just LOOKS like a party. This thing is LARGE. It’s made of a hard chocolate shell that’s decorated with an EARidescent shimmer. Inside, you’ll find a mix of Mexican mousse and toffee. If that description doesn’t make your mouth water, you may want to see a doctor. And if somehow that’s not enough, then you should know that it’s served atop a traditional tres leches cake and accompanied by scoops of ice cream! (Are you satisfied NOW?!) Looking at this thing, all we can say is…wow. Cake AND ice cream?! But, is it worth the $34 (yikes!) price tag? Well, we thought that it was super fun to crack open the outer shell, and the chocolate itself was somewhere between milk chocolate and dark chocolate in richness and intensity — to us, it was a perfect balance. The cake wasn’t our favorite part of the entire equation, but it was still moist and delicious. And the ice cream? Well, you can’t go wrong with vanilla topped with caramel sauce! However, the REAL star of this treat was the mousse inside! To us, it tasted like chocolate pudding mix…and we mean that in the best way possible. It was light and sweet and balanced really well. How delicious! All in all, we thought it was a unique and yummy dessert to try out, and it might be fun to split with a group of friends. However, it probably won’t be our first choice when we’re on the lookout for a dessert in World Showcase, simply because there are SO many delicious treats in the various countries that don’t cost $34 each! Well, that was fun! Stay tuned to DFB for more news and updates on the 50th Anniversary, including all of the snack reviews! Click Here for EVERY 50th Anniversary Snack Review! Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary Details and Info Click HERE for Your Guide to Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Celebration See Everything That Has Been Announced For Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Check Out Everything Happening in Disney World on October 1st, 2021 Click Here to See The 50 Best Ways to Celebrate Disney World’s 50th Anniversary What Does Hotel Availability and Pricing Look Like for Disney World’s 50th Anniversary? Here Are the 5 News Bombs You May Have Missed Related to the 50th Anniversary Celebrations! Check Out 10 Things You Need to Bring If You’re Going to Disney World for the 50th Anniversary See How Each of Disney World’s Park Icons Will Transform During the 50th Anniversary Celebrations! Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe Would you buy this dessert? Tell us in the comments! The post Would You Pay to Whack Your Dessert With a Spoon in Disney World? first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We try to keep you updated with all the new things in the Disney World parks. Tree of Life Today we’re visiting Disney World’s wildest park to look for any updates since we’ve last been. Let’s head into Disney’s Animal Kingdom to find out what’s new with the merchandise and construction there! There were a LOT of new souvenirs in the Animal Kingdom when we stopped by. Animal Kingdom Merchandise Update We found all the new items at Discovery Trading, a gift shop in the Discovery Island area. First up, there were new items to get you ready for fall, with plaid long-sleeve shirts featuring Remy from Ratatouille… Remy flannel shirt …and Stitch! Stitch shirt Both shirts had small decals on the front and larger decorations on the back. The shirts were $59.99 each. Back of the shirts There were also some plaid zip-up jackets, which you could get for $64.99 each. One of them had designs featuring Forky from Toy Story 4… Forky jacket …and the other showed the Three Caballeros. Three Caballeros jacket Like the shirts, the biggest designs were on the back of these jackets. Forky jacket They’ve also got hoods, so you can (try to) stay dry during those inevitable rainy Disney days. They’ve got hoods! We’re hoping that cooler weather is coming, so we loved the new Mickey Mouse sweatshirt with a tie-dye design. Mickey sweatshirt This sweatshirt was $52.99. We <3 tie-dye And speaking of perfect fall outfits, we found a zip-up Disney World sweater for $124.99. Disney World sweater It had cozy designs all the way around and the Disney World logo across the back. Logo across the back For the little ones, we spotted new long-sleeve t-shirts featuring Hei Hei… Hei Hei Shirt …Animal from the Muppets… Animal Shirt …and a classic Disney World logo. Walt Disney World shirt Each t-shirt was $39.99. Disney World logo shirt We checked out the pin display as well to see if anything was new there, and we hit the jackpot! There were several new pins themed after the upcoming Marvel movie Eternals. One showed the Eternals’ symbol… Eternals pin …and another was a full set that featured several of the characters. Eternals pins The set came in a really cool triangle-shaped box. The individual Eternals pin was $15.99, and the set was $59.99. Eternals Pin Set You can also get a mystery Eternals pin set for $19.99. Eternals mystery pin set And if that’s not enough new Marvel merchandise, we also found an Eternals MagicBand with characters from the movie all along the band. Eternals MagicBand All the new merchandise got us very excited for the new movie, which comes out on November 5th, 2021. Here’s the other side Just in time for Halloween, we found a set of villainous pins. There are five tombstone pins, each dedicated to a Disney villain. Villain Pins The epitaphs are the Disney Villain x Haunted Mansion crossovers that we never knew we needed…and we’re loving them all. You can get the set of five for $129.99…which is a little more than we usually like to spend on pins. But we’re still very tempted. If you’re looking for 50th Anniversary merchandise, there was some of that here as well! We found a 50th Anniversary necklace and earrings set. 50th Anniversary necklace and earrings The delicate crystals in the Cinderella Castle remind us of the gorgeous EARidescent colors on the actual Castle! This set is $34.99. They come in a pretty box too! For more 50th Anniversary things, you can head over to Island Mercantile, where we found big displays of the 50th things and lots more merchandise (but nothing new from the last time we visited!). 50th Merchandise in Island Mercantile Phew! That’s a lot of new merchandise! Let’s take a look at some construction updates around the park now. Animal Kingdom Construction Update One BIG change that we saw was that the theatre that used to have signs for the “Up! A Great Bird Adventure Show” has now changed to advertise “Feathered Friends in Flight.” Feathered Friends in Flight This is the same show that’s been at this theatre for a while now; it just got some new signs! This theatre got a makeover Over in DinoLand U.S.A., there was some major construction happening at the now-extinct Primeval Whirl attraction. Construction at Primeval Whirl We haven’t heard yet what might be replacing this attraction, but we’ll let you know as soon as we hear anything. Lots of construction here And we’re going to end our update with some beautiful pictures of the Pandora land in Animal Kingdom. Pandora It’s gorgeous! Pandora Waterfalls We never get tired of walking through this area. Pandora Walkway That’s all for our Animal Kingdom updates! Keep following DFB for all the Disney World news. Click Here to Find Out What’s New in the Magic Kingdom Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What’s your favorite part of Disney’s Animal Kingdom? Let us know in the comments! The post What’s New in Disney’s Animal Kingdom: Ride Deconstruction and Disney-Themed Flannels first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World workers reached the full $15 minimum wage Sunday, during the same weekend the resort began celebrating its 50th anniversary. View the full article

There are tons of fun hidden details to spot all around the Disney World parks! Magic Kingdom We’ve got a list full of things we like to look for, things like hidden Mickeys, nods to Disney history, and references to outdated attractions. One of our favorite places to check out some fun secrets is Liberty Square in Magic Kingdom, but we spotted something unusual happening on our visit today! Liberty Square has a variety of historically accurate features to point out to your friends and family on your next visit, but one of the best ones is the sewage river! The infamous river. “Sewage river, what’s that?” you may ask. Allow us to explain! Back in colonial times, they didn’t have indoor plumbing. Instead, they used buckets in the house and then dumped those buckets into the streets, meaning that there was a river of…sewage…flowing in the street. Disney has paid homage to this fun fact with a “river” of brown pavement in Liberty Square! Have you ever noticed? It’s one of the land’s defining features, but today we noticed something “off” about the brown river — part of it was missing! In the section nearest to Fantasyland, the pavement had been replaced with a new gray color. Wait a minute… Now, this particular section of the river no longer resembles the flowing sewage, instead looking like a regular sidewalk. Was it a mistake or oversight? Possibly, so we’ll definitely be looking out for more updates in the coming weeks. We hope it comes back! Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney news straight from the theme parks. We’ve got you covered on the latest! Click Here to Check Out the Hidden Details of Magic Kingdom! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 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 what this pavement represented? Let us know in the comments! The post What's Going on With this GROSS Magic Kingdom Detail?! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

As cast members all across Walt Disney World Resort celebrated the kick off of the 50th anniversary celebration, you could just feel the magic in the air. There was a deep sense of pride as we put on our shiny new nametags and welcomed guests to The World’s Most Magical Celebration. There was also a […]http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/uW0Ktje76usView the full article

This morning, Disneyland Resort President Ken Potrock announced the next Disneyland Resort Ambassador Team: Mark Everett King Jr. and Nataly Guzman. These two cast members will continue the tradition started when Walt Disney selected Julie Reihm as the first Disneyland Ambassador in 1965. Mark and Nataly will represent the cast as they bring the magic of the Disneyland Resort to the community […]http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/fktpliO4YQ0View the full article

DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Are YOU having fun celebrating Disney World’s 50th Anniversary? 50th Anniversary Display in Disney Springs We’ve seen SO. MUCH. 50th Anniversary merchandise. Seriously, it’s hard to keep track of it all! And it’s been in HIGH demand. Some of the items have been available online already, but there have been some notable exceptions. Now, a much-anticipated item has arrived online! The Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary Spirit Jersey for Adults has arrived online! This purple Spirit Jersey has a pretty purple color and the 50th logo on the front. ©Disney Look how fun! ©Disney The back has “Walt Disney World” in a shimmery font. ©Disney You can find the 50th Anniversary Spirit Jersey on shopDisney RIGHT NOW for $74.99. Head on over if you want to snag it! And, as always, stay tuned to DFB for all the latest updates from Disney World and beyond! Click here to buy the Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary Spirit Jersey! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 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 this Spirit Jersey? Tell us in the comments! The post You Can Get A 50th Anniversary Spirit Jersey WITHOUT Going to Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We know that lots of Disney World guests do not mess around when it comes to Disney popcorn. Disney World Popcorn The tasty, buttery goodness of popcorn in the parks is nothing to scoff at. That’s probably why Disney’s new line of popcorn-themed merchandise has been SO popular in the parks, with popcorn-scented backpacks, Minnie ears, and Crocs. But Disney’s not finished yet with the smelly snack souvenirs — we just spotted a NEW popcorn-themed item in the Magic Kingdom! Earlier, we took a look at the popcorn-scented backpacks… Mickey Popcorn Loungefly …Minnie ears… Minnie Popcorn Ears …and Crocs. The perfect tribute to an iconic snack! But if you want to complete the look, you can now get a Popcorn-Themed Spirit Jersey in Disney World! Popcorn Spirit Jersey The new spirit jersey has red pinstripes with pictures of Mickey heads all over the bottom and sleeves. Popcorn Pattern On the front you’ll find a popcorn-patterned Disney World logo… Popcorn Logo …with a matching popcorn logo across the back, surrounded by pieces of — you guessed it — popcorn! Here’s the Back On the sleeve, there’s a decal of a Mickey balloon popcorn bucket. Sleeve And before you even ask — yes, this spirit jersey is popcorn scented! We’re not really sure that we want to walk around smelling like popcorn all day…but we have to admit, it’s a really cute shirt. And will is still smell like popcorn after it’s washed?! We have so many questions! Here’s the back We found the jersey at the Star Traders gift shop in the Magic Kingdom for $74.99. If you’re a big Disney World snack fan (like us) head down now to grab one! But also PLEASE share your thoughts. Is this too far? Is this cute and fun? Is smelling like butter all day a dream situation? We need to know! Keep following DFB for more updates on the best Disney World merchandise. Click Here to Check Out MORE Popcorn-Themed Merchandise Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Would you buy a popcorn-scented spirit jersey in Disney World? Let us know in the comments! The post Is the Popcorn-Scented Spirit Jersey in Disney World Taking Things TOO Far? You Tell Us! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Our Class of 1971 keeps Walt Disney’s dream alive by creating timeless memories and magical moments for our guests at Walt Disney World Resort. Today we want to celebrate a special cast member, who just recently celebrated her 50th Anniversary and is no exception to making Walt Disney’s vision a reality. Earliene Anderson started her […]http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/O_iy6c2vhXIView the full article

Halloween season is in full swing at Walt Disney World, and it has been a blast so far! It’s Halloween! Between the Disney After Hours BOO Bash, taking pictures of the stunning decorations, shopping the new merchandise, and trying all the treats, there has been so much to do this year! And if you’re looking for a souvenir to commemorate your Halloween trip that’s also practical, we’ve got just the thing. Say hello to the Mickey Mummy Popcorn Bucket! Mummy Mickey Popcorn Bucket We spotted this little guy at a popcorn cart in Disney Springs this morning. It’s $20 and simply irresistible if you’re a popcorn bucket collector or a Mickey Mouse fanatic! Mummy Mickey Popcorn Bucket We’ve already spotted this cute bucket in Disneyland and it is SUPER popular in both resorts. The lines to get Mummy Mick wrapped throughout Disney Springs this morning, so he might not be around for long. Mummy Mickey Popcorn Bucket The best part about a new bucket, though? Once you buy it, you can continue to refill it for $2 every time you stop by a Disney World popcorn stand! Mummy Mickey Popcorn Bucket Stay tuned to DFB for the latest fall and Halloween updates from all around Walt Disney World! We’ll make sure to cover all the news you need to know before your trip. Click Here to Learn More About Popcorn Buckets! Halloween at Walt Disney World Get a Look at All of the New Halloween Merchandise in Disney World Learn All About Disney After Hours Boo Bash at Magic Kingdom See Every Date That is Sold Out for Boo Bash Check Out the Full List of Halloween Treats Coming to Disney World See Photos and Reviews of the Fall and Halloween Treats in Disney World Take a Look at the Halloween Decorations in Magic Kingdom See Disney World’s NEW Halloween Ears Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe Do you own any Disney popcorn buckets? The post PHOTOS: Where YOU Can Find the Mummy Mickey Popcorn Bucket in Disney World RIGHT NOW first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Some 50th Anniversary souvenirs are selling out almost as fast as they’re being restocked in Disney World. Mickey Balloon Popcorn Buckets One of those items is the Mickey balloon-shaped popcorn buckets! These popcorn buckets come in four shimmery colors: pink, green, blue, and gold. On the first day that they were sold in the Magic Kingdom, they completely sold out. If you were hoping to grab one of these beauties, we’ve got some good news for you! The Mickey Balloon Popcorn Buckets for Disney World’s 50th Anniversary are back in stock now! We’ve only spotted two of the four colors so far — pink and green. Pink Mickey balloon opcorn bucket The pink bucket is available at the Hub Cart… Popcorn Bucket at the Hub Cart …and the green one is at the Big Thunder Popcorn Stand in Frontierland. Green Mickey balloon popcorn bucket The buckets cost $18 each, and you can get unlimited $2 refills at popcorn stands around Disney World. Green Mickey Balloon Bucket So hurry to one of these carts soon to grab the buckets before they sell out again! Big Thunder Popcorn Stand And keep following DFB, because we’ll keep you updated on all the popular Disney World merchandise. Click Here to Read About a Super Expensive 50th Anniversary Souvenir, Available Online Now Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary Details and Info Click HERE for Your Guide to Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Celebration See Everything That Has Been Announced For Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Check Out Everything Happening in Disney World on October 1st, 2021 Click Here to See The 50 Best Ways to Celebrate Disney World’s 50th Anniversary What Does Hotel Availability and Pricing Look Like for Disney World’s 50th Anniversary? Here Are the 5 News Bombs You May Have Missed Related to the 50th Anniversary Celebrations! Check Out 10 Things You Need to Bring If You’re Going to Disney World for the 50th Anniversary See How Each of Disney World’s Park Icons Will Transform During the 50th Anniversary Celebrations! Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe Which 50th Anniversary souvenir are you hoping to buy? Let us know in the comments! The post This is NOT a Drill: The SOLD OUT Mickey Balloon Popcorn Buckets are Available NOW in Magic Kingdom first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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The newest addition to Disney Cruise Line, the Disney Wish, is scheduled to set sail on its maiden voyage in June 2022. Disney Wish © Disney We’ve already learned about many new activities aboard the Wish for kids AND adults, and today Disney announced two additional experiences for kids to enjoy — and we’re kind of jealous! Whether you have a toddler or an older kid, you need to know about what else the Disney Wish has in store for families. Aboard the Disney Wish, kids will be able to visit the Oceaneer Club, where parents can drop off kiddos from 3 months to 17 years old. We already knew that the Oceaneer Club will have Disney Princess, Marvel, and creative activities in the Fairytale Hall, Marvel Super Hero Academy, and Walt Disney Imagineering Lab. Today Disney announced two MORE spaces kids will be able to enjoy, including the Star Wars: Cargo Bay and Mickey and Minnie Captain’s Deck! ©Disney Mickey and Minnie Captain’s Deck is designed for young kids and this space will have a nautical-themed playground filled with sensory games and activities. The kids will also be able to visit with Mickey and Minnie! And during “Minnie’s Captain Academy,” kids will get all their wiggles out through a “training session” filled with games, dancing, and “drills” tied to STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics) concepts. Captain Minnie will even proclaim the graduates to be honorary captains! ©Disney In Star Wars: Cargo Bay, kids will be able to take on the role of creature handlers and help “take care” of Star Wars creatures like a porg, a Loth-cat, a worrt, and more. They will be givens assignments and AR (augmented reality) data pads to study and track the creatures, and they’ll also be able to meet with Rey and Chewbacca. The “Star Wars: Creature Challenge” will allow the kids to “feed” the galactic creatures, and when some dangerous beings cause trouble they have to work with Rey and Chewie to save the ship! ©Disney While your kids are off enjoying these incredible, immersive activities, adults can enjoy spaces like the Star Wars: Hyperspace Lounge, an adults-only lounge where you can order galactic drinks in SPACE while on a cruise. You can see more about the experiences for kids aboard the Disney Wish below! The Disney Wish is setting sail next June and we can’t wait to see everything this new ship has to offer. Keep reading DFB for more Disney news, including Disney Cruise Line, Disney World, Disneyland, and beyond! Learn more about other kids club experiences aboard the Disney Wish here! What You Need to Know About Disney Cruise Line Learn All About Disney Cruise Line and Its Various Ships Check Out Lots of Details About Disney Cruise Line’s Newest Ship -- the Disney Wish (Including More About the Star Wars Bar and First Attraction at Sea Coming to the Wish) See the Latest on Disney Cruise Line’s Mask Policy Learn About Disney Cruise Line’s COVID-19 Testing and Vaccination Policies Check Out 10 Things That’ll Be Different About Your Next Disney Cruise See More About the Virtual Queues and Other Changes Made on Disney Cruises Check Out How Much It’ll Cost to Sail on Disney’s Newest Cruise Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe Will you be cruising on the Disney Wish in 2022? Tell us in the comments! The post Immersive Star Wars Experience Announced for Kids Aboard the Disney Wish! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World announced a new Annual Passholder program last month that had several changes from the old one. Annual Passes in action! One thing that changed was the number of park pass reservations that Annual Passholders could have at one time. Before, the limit was three, but now it’s between three and five reservations, depending on what level of pass you have. But you can sometimes have MORE than that, if you use the bonus park pass reservations that are available on certain days! Disney World just announced more bonus reservations for Annual Passholders — and the dates are coming up fast. The bonus park pass reservations are available to Annual Passholders, and they don’t count as one of the limited reservations that you can hold at one time. So if your limit is 5 reservations but there’s a bonus reservation available, you could have 6 reservations at one time (or more, if there are more bonus reservations available). September Annual Pass Calendar ©Disney Here are some of the bonus reservations that are available soon: Disney’s Animal Kingdom on October 7th ©Disney Disney’s Animal Kingdom on October 10th ©Disney EPCOT on October 12th ©Disney Disney’s Animal Kingdom on October 13th ©Disney If you have a Disney World Annual Pass, you can reserve a park pass on those days at the parks listed above, and it won’t count towards your total limit of reservations. Annual Pass Keep following DFB for more updates on the Disney World Annual Passholder system! Click Here to Learn More About the New Annual Passholder System Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you a Disney World Annual Passholder? Let us know in the comments! The post Annual Passholders -- Check Out the New BONUS Disney World Reservations! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The much anticipated Disney Parks-inspired mobile puzzle game, Disney Wonderful Worlds is now available for download!http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/0F6XOQmSxc0View the full article

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WandaVision took the world by storm earlier this year, being the first Marvel series released on Disney+. ©Disney | Marvel Studios It became popular among Marvel fans and received critical acclaim, racking up over 20 Emmy nominations. We saw a ton of merchandise for the show, like makeup, clothing, and collectibles, and Disney+ even gave us a peek behind the scenes! The show was a limited series, but now, we have exciting news about a project related to WandaVision! According to Variety, a WandaVision spinoff starring Kathryn Hahn, AKA Agatha Harkness, is in development at Disney+!!! ©Marvel The series is described as a dark comedy, but there are no exact plot details, according to Variety. The head writer of WandaVision, Jac Schaeffer, would be the writer and executive producer on the project. ©Disney | Wanda and Vision in the 70s In WandaVision, Kathryn Hahn played the role of Wanda and Vision’s nosy neighbor, Agnes, and was later revealed to be the powerful witch Agatha Harkness. The last time we saw her character was in the finale of the show when Wanda traps Agatha in the town using her powers. Agatha in Disneyland Hahn received a Best Supporting Actress in a Limited Series Emmy nomination from her roll in the show, which received 23 Emmy nominations overall. The show won an Emmy for Best Original Music and Lyrics for Agatha’s iconic song, “Agatha All Along.” Wandavision ©Marvel Studios We can’t wait to find out more about this future series!! We’ll keep you updated on any more info regarding its development, so stay tuned to DFB for news. Click here to see EVERYTHING coming to Disney+ this month! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Are you excited about this new series?! Let us know in the comments! The post NEWS: A WandaVision Spinoff About Agatha is in Development for Disney+ first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Today, we’re bringing happiness to the far reaches of the galaxy with the release of our first-ever digital wallpaper inspired by the curious and mysterious alien Grogu from the Star Wars series – The Mandalorian Disney Parks Blog reader favorite and pop culture phenomenon, Grogu, also known as The Child and affectionately called “Baby Yoda,” […]http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/Y8U7u5FA0ToView the full article

We hope you’re having an amazing time celebrating Disney World’s 50th Anniversary so far! Disney’s Contemporary Resort We’ve had a blast checking out the specialty merchandise, new details, fun snacks, and more! You might have seen our reviews of Steakhouse 71, but that’s not the only new table service offering at Disney’s Contemporary Resort. California Grill has also gotten a bit of a revamp! We headed on up to the top floor of Disney’s Contemporary Resort to check out the new 50th Anniversary prix fixe menu at this popular signature restaurant. We’ve had some enjoyable experiences at California Grill in the past, so how did this one hold up? Atmosphere First up, let’s talk about the atmosphere. Check-in for California Grill is actually on the second floor of the Contemporary at the desk near the escalators. If you’re not super familiar with this hotel, it can be tricky for some to find. Ask a Cast Member for directions or follow signs posted around the hotel. You can also check-in via the My Disney Experience app. Atmosphere You check in here and then head up in a private elevator to the very top floor. Atmosphere Heads up, this restaurant does have a dress code, so you can’t go TOO casual. Atmosphere Here’s why so many come here to eat: those VIEWS! California Grill is laid out as a large wrap-around room with HUGE windows facing the front of the building and Magic Kingdom. How else are we going to get those sweet fireworks views? Atmosphere There’s another small room with just six tables that faces the back of the building. This is where you can see EPCOT and the Electrical Water Pageant (with its new 50th pieces!). Atmosphere The restaurant has your standard tables and chairs, plus booths and bar seating. There’s also an adjacent Lounge here as well. Atmosphere At your table, you’ll find paper menus detailing the prix fixe option with a cloth napkin and utensils. Atmosphere The huge windows provide one of the best views in Disney World — overlooking Magic Kingdom and the monorail resorts. There’s also a fantastic huge balcony guests can head out on to see the fireworks each night, if they like. Atmosphere We were able to see Disney Enchantment in Magic Kingdom, Electrical Water Pageant in Seven Seas Lagoon, and Harmonious over in EPCOT from afar. Atmosphere So, yes, we love that view; but how did we feel about the NEW food?! Menu As we mentioned, you do have access to a paper menu at your table. Note the options that have a “50” next to them. These choices are specifically inspired by Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary! A good number of guest-loved classics are still available as well. The new menu offers a prix fixe meal priced at $89 per adult and $39 per child, plus taxes and gratuity. At the start of the meal, you can select a Market Inspiration (AKA appetizer) such as the California Grill Sushi Classics Trio or the Heirloom Apple Salad. ©Disney Your next course is the Chef’s Journey (AKA entree) with options like Monterey Bay Cioppino, Cast Iron-grilled Pork Tenderloin, and an Oak-fired Filet of Beef. ©Disney Your final course is the Sweet Creations with options like the Chef’s Selections of California Cheeses and the Lavendar Sugar Doughnuts. ©Disney The kids’ offering features one Kids’ Appetizer, one Kids’ Entree, two Kids’ Selections, and a Kids’ Dessert. ©Disney As always, California Grill has a wide selection of beverages. You can choose from 11 Teas… ©Disney …11 Dessert Wines/Ports/Sherries/Madeiras, five Cordials, seven Cognacs… ©Disney …a number of Whiskies plus Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskies… ©Disney …Rye Whisky, Sparkling and White Wines… ©Disney …Rosé and Red Wines… ©Disney …Signature Cocktails (like the Blackberry Sour or the San Francisco Mai Tai), Sake… ©Disney …and some Beers and Hard Ciders. ©Disney Whew, that’s a lot of drink options. There are nonalcoholic beverages as well. Now, let’s eat! Eats California Grill does feature a bread service at the start of your meal. This spot used to have sourdough bread but is now serving Focaccia Bread with their Signature Dipping Oil. The oil is mostly seasoned olive oil with some sundried tomatoes mixed in. Focaccia Bread with their Signature Dipping Oil What a tasty way to start the meal! Focaccia Bread with their Signature Dipping Oil First up, we ordered a few cocktails. There’s the Icewine Martini for $23, made with Belvedere Vodka, Inniskillin Vidal Icewine, and Flame Raisins on the Vine. Icewine Martini This cocktail was very sweet, but it wasn’t cloyingly so. It tasted a lot more like Icewine than it did vodka so it wasn’t very strong. If you haven’t had Icewine before, it’s exactly what it sounds like — a sweet dessert wine made from frozen grapes on the vine. They’re then pressed while frozen and the result is a sugary, concentrated juice. Icewine is a pricy ingredient, but even still, $23 felt like a bit much for a cocktail. Icewine Martini We also snagged the Blueberry Lemon Drop Martini for $15. This sip is made with Three Olives Blueberry Vodka, Lemon and Pomegranate Juices, and a Sugared Rim. Blueberry Lemon Drop Martini We liked both of the drinks, but the Blueberry Lemon Drop Martini was more of a favorite. This one goes down EASY and tastes really great. The tartness of the lemon balanced well with the strong, fruity flavor of the blueberry vodka. You’ll need to like sweeter drinks and blueberries to like this one, but if so, it’s a fun sip! Blueberry Lemon Drop Martini Movin’ on to the first course — the Market Inspirations. We snagged the House-made Artisanal-style Duck À L’Orange Pizza. House-made Artisanal-style Duck À L’Orange Pizza This option was made with Duck Prosciutto and Confit, Pickled Shallots, Orange-Black Mission Fig Jam, Aged Blue Cheese, and Arugula. House-made Artisanal-style Duck À L’Orange Pizza It was AMAZING. We absolutely loved this appetizer. The fig jam and the blue cheese were an amazing flavor combination and the crust was cooked perfectly. We could’ve gone for a little more prosciutto, but the pizza was delicious. Plus, it was a HUGE portion size for an appetizer for one person! This was a really wonderful combination of flavors. House-made Artisanal-style Duck À L’Orange Pizza If you’re hungry or love more unique flavor options, we’d recommend this starter. Blue cheese-haters might want to find an alternative though since it does play a strong role. If you’re more a cheese-and-pepperoni kinda person, might be one to skip. House-made Artisanal-style Duck À L’Orange Pizza We also chose the Lobster and Parsnip Bisque. Lobster and Parsnip Bisque This soup is made with Lobster, Champagne, Crème Fraîche, and Parsnip Crisp. If you’re not familiar with parsnip, it’s probably closest in flavor and texture to a carrot, but typically a bit sweeter flavored. Lobster and Parsnip Bisque The lobster was a VERY strong flavor here so you do need to like seafood to be a fan of this option. We thought the puree was delightfully creamy; you could really tell there was crème fraîche in it! The parsnip crisp was a wonderful garnish and we would have loved more of that (like, a bowl. To snack on. Please.)! All around, it was a good appetizer. Lobster and Parsnip Bisque Our final starter was the Braised Beef Short Rib Wontons. This has been on the regular menu for a while now and we’ve enjoyed them in the past. Braised Beef Short Rib Wontons Expect flavors of Doenjang Miso-Cola-Onion Sauce, Crispy Garlic-Chili Oil, Radish, and Pickled Lotus Root. Braised Beef Short Rib Wontons Like we noted, these were a favorite from before the menu switch but be warned if you’ve had them before! This portion used to come with four wontons and now comes with just three. They are spicy in the best way and come with SO. MUCH. FLAVOR. TBH, we could eat these daily. We especially loved the garlic chili oil. Braised Beef Short Rib Wontons Alright, main course time. Our first Chef’s Journey was the Oak-fired Filet of Beef. Oak-fired Filet of Beef This portion is served with Black Truffle-Brown Butter Château Potatoes, Golden Raisins Vinaigrette, Cauliflower, and Roasted Tomato Butter. Oak-fired Filet of Beef The filet was really good! It had a lovely sear to the edges and went very well with all the butter. The cauliflower had an awesome flavor, as did the potatoes! Oak-fired Filet of Beef We would’ve loved larger side portions — they don’t give you very much! You really just get a bite or so of each one! The steak will please red-meat fans but be prepared for a little disappointment if you love those sides to go with your meat. Oak-fired Filet of Beef Next up, we went with the Free-range Plancha-seared Chicken. Free-range Plancha-seared Chicken Expect a meal made with Sunchoke Variations, Confit-studded Mousseline, Pearl Onions, Foraged Mushrooms, and Madeira Sauce. Free-range Plancha-seared Chicken This was an interesting dish. The chicken was cooked well (if a bit dry) and the sauces added a ton of creaminess and flavor. This felt like a very autumnal dish. The Madeira sauce was nice and kind of like a demi-glace. Free-range Plancha-seared Chicken If anything, we would’ve loved more chicken. There were SO MANY mushrooms and they were tasty, but we would’ve appreciated more of the meat. So basically, the opposite of the steak. Now we had a plate full of sides and not enough MEAT! Free-range Plancha-seared Chicken Finally, we opted for a plant-based option with the Handcrafted Wild Mushroom Ravioli. Handcrafted Wild Mushroom Ravioli This dish is composed of Chanterelle Mushrooms, Honeynut Squash, Herbed-Pistachio Pesto, and a Truffle-Mushroom “Cream.” Handcrafted Wild Mushroom Ravioli This was really good! You’ll need to love mushrooms and squash but if you do, it’s PACKED full of flavor! The pesto was unique with the addition of pistachio instead of pine nuts. Plus, we loved the onions! Handcrafted Wild Mushroom Ravioli Like the chicken, this had a very fall feel. For the price and compared to the other entrees, we might have liked to see a larger portion of the squash and the ravioli. Handcrafted Wild Mushroom Ravioli Alright, full yet? We sure hope not! We’re heading on to the Sweet Creations. We tried out the Five Magical Bites 50 Years in the Making with flavors of Honey, Lemon, Carrot, Strawberry, and Chocolate. Five Magical Bites 50 Years in the Making This dish represents five different chefs at California Grill that have had a signature dessert in the past. How cool that it’s a tribute! The carrot cake was our favorite and represented the current Chef’s dessert. It was the perfect balance of cake and icing with the added sweetness from the raisins. Five Magical Bites 50 Years in the Making The lemon cake represented the first chef and was very light. We would’ve liked a bit more of this one since it was the only tart option on the plate. The honey crunch cake was SO cute and we loved the little chocolate bee! Five Magical Bites 50 Years in the Making The cheesecake with the strawberries was good but simple and basic. As for the chocolate? It was very, very rich. We thought it had almost a fudge texture. That one was a great option along with the carrot cake! Five Magical Bites 50 Years in the Making This is certainly a fun dish that celebrates the history of California Grill. If you want to taste a few different items, the bites are great! Just keep in mind that you might not enjoy all of them, so it’s a bit risky. (But also — it’s cake, so if you dig desserts like we do, this is a fun sampler to explore!) Five Magical Bites 50 Years in the Making Of course, we HAD to see the EARidescent Grand Marnier Soufflé. This is served with Creamsicle Ice Cream and Macerated Florida Citrus. EARidescent Grand Marnier Soufflé In fairness, they did warn us that this dessert wasn’t going to look that great. Soufflé is TRICKY on a good day. California Grill typically does a really nice chocolate soufflé but any bakers out there know this dessert is fickle and comes with a time limit. The minute you pop it out the oven, the clock is ticking until it deflates. It’s also easy to under or over cook. Ours sank and it sank fast. Not only that, but the center seemed undercooked and the batter wasn’t quite right. It was…not what we were expecting. EARidescent Grand Marnier Soufflé No worries though, our server mentioned that they are aware of the issues with this dessert and are working to fix it up. Hopefully, day one of the new menu just wasn’t a good day for this dessert. If you want this one, check with your server to see if they’ve worked out the kinks. EARidescent Grand Marnier Soufflé We wrapped up dessert with the Valrhona Chocolate Torte, served with Candied Peanuts, Salted Caramel, Nougat, and Whipped Panna Cotta. Valrhona Chocolate Torte This was a fun treat! It was kind of like a deconstructed candy bar. The torte itself was a little dry but with the whipped panna cotta and toppings, it works! Valrhona Chocolate Torte This is a pretty rich dessert and great for those who love nuts. Valrhona Chocolate Torte AND we checked out one of the kids’ meals! Remember that this one is $39 per kiddo. We picked up one of the upcharge beverages to go with our meal. We chose the Stardust Sipper for $11. This drink is made with Ceylon Tea with hints of Passion Fruit, Pomegranate, and Vanilla perfectly mixed with Sweet and Sour, Mint, and Soda Water. It comes served in a 50th Anniversary Souvenir Cup with a Glow Cube! Stardust Sipper This was kind of a deceiving drink! It SOUNDS fancy, right? We thought the description might turn off some pickier littles but it really just tasted like fruity Sprite. The cup was also super cute and you can also pick up a regular soda in the cup if you want it. Stardust Sipper We snagged the Hearts of Romaine as our kids’ appetizer. This one comes with Ranch Dressing, Tomatoes, Bacon, and Croutons. Hearts of Romaine Hear us out on this one: this was an AMAZING salad. TBH, we were pretty jealous of the kids’ offering with this one. The Nueske’s bacon was sooo good. Everything was fresh so it was simple and so good! Hearts of Romaine For our entree and sides, we chose the Grilled Beef Tenderloin with Roasted Yukon Gold Potatoes and Goat Cheese Polenta. Grilled Beef Tenderloin with Roasted Yukon Gold Potatoes and Goat Cheese Polenta The steak was good and cooked to order as medium-rare. The potatoes were yummy and buttery but the polenta was our favorite. It’s super creamy and not overly cheesy! So once again, SCORE one for the kids! Grilled Beef Tenderloin with Roasted Yukon Gold Potatoes and Goat Cheese Polenta For dessert, we opted for the Chocolate Chip Cookie Ice Cream Sundae. We snagged the brownie option so it had brownie bits instead of cookies. Chocolate Chip Cookie Ice Cream Sundae The dessert was super cute and delicious! Kids will love this one! Look at the precious bowl it comes in! It also comes with vanilla ice cream and celebration sprinkles with fun little chocolate straws. Chocolate Chip Cookie Ice Cream Sundae Now for our thoughts! Nosh or Not You SHOULD try out the 50th menu if… You’re celebrating a special occasion! This meal is certainly special and the fireworks help to make a great memory out of it. You’re willing to splurge for a nice meal. This is a PRICY experience, but it is a delight if you’re willing to splurge! You want to see the new Enchantment fireworks without fighting the crowds in Magic Kingdom! You should SKIP the 50th menu if… You’re not wanting to spend! This meal is $100 for adults so it is PRICY. You’re not dressed for the dress code or not looking to get fancy. Make sure you change out of that tank top before you head over from the parks! Your group is full of picky eaters. A lot of the dishes here are more adventurous. Overall Our server was super sweet and told us that the prix fixe menu will be sticking around and the lounge menu will be available during the same operating hours on a first-come, first-serve basis. California Grill has typically been a reliably good meal for us so we didn’t mind the prix fixe of it all as we liked a lot of what was on offer anyways. That said, it seems the tides are shifting with It’s beautiful in the dining room. The views are AMAZING. We love getting to go out on the roof to watch the fireworks. Still, the price point is really high BEFORE drinks and gratuity. A large family would be paying a high price to eat here and the portions can be small depending on what you get. To compare it to other prix fixe meals, like Be Our Guest in Magic Kingdom, it’s a splurge. Be Our Guest is currently $62 per adult for three courses. While we think the food here was a bit better in terms of quality, it is a lot of money for a meal (and that’s before those cocktails, tips, etc!). We looked back at the menu from before the shift to prix fixe and do want to note, though, that a comparable meal here came in close to the amount spent. The Braised Beef Short Rib Wontons (though slightly larger serving) cost $18, the last version of the Oak Fired Filet of Beef cost a big $59, and most desserts came in about $15, give or take. That’s already $92. So it seems expensive seeing it as one flat price of $99 for the meal, but once you get past the sticker shock, it’s actually not too far off from what you’d spend here. California Grill is a pricier location, and the prix fixe price reflects that as well. Another point of comparison is the Magic Kingdom firework parties. Those DO come with alcohol for adults, but most of the party options cost $99 per adult or $114 for the priciest option in the park. Yes, you get an upfront view of the fireworks, but you’re also just getting a few small sweet bites to eat. Here, you’re paying the same as the cheaper options and getting a three-course meal out of it and a unique view of the fireworks if you time your meal right (you can also return with your receipt if you dine earlier to get access to the balcony for firework viewing!). If food is an important part of your firework experience, it might be seriously worth considering, especially since you could potentially shell out the same or more for the dessert parties in Magic Kingdom. Click here to see our review of dinner at Steakhouse 71! Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary Details and Info Click HERE for Your Guide to Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Celebration See Everything That Has Been Announced For Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Check Out Everything Happening in Disney World on October 1st, 2021 Click Here to See The 50 Best Ways to Celebrate Disney World’s 50th Anniversary What Does Hotel Availability and Pricing Look Like for Disney World’s 50th Anniversary? Here Are the 5 News Bombs You May Have Missed Related to the 50th Anniversary Celebrations! Check Out 10 Things You Need to Bring If You’re Going to Disney World for the 50th Anniversary See How Each of Disney World’s Park Icons Will Transform During the 50th Anniversary Celebrations! Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe Would you try out this meal? Tell us in the comments! The post REVIEW: Heading to California Grill During Disney World's 50th Anniversary? 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We’ve seen so many fun collections this year with our pal, Stitch! Stitch Crashes Sleeping Beauty Stitch has been spending his time crashing other Disney movies, like Sleeping Beauty, Lady and the Tramp, Aladdin, and The Lion King! The latest collection finds Stitch taking over a look from The Jungle Book. We’ve already checked it out in Disney World, and it’s bananas! And soon, you can grab the latest collection online. The Stitch Crashes the Jungle Book collection will be available on shopDisney on October 15th at 7AM PST. ©Disney We’ve seen the collection in Disney World and checked out the plush for $29.99. What a cutie! And, the MagicBand for $39.99. Going bananas for this band! A pin is also supposed to be released with this collection, so look out for it online! And, mark your calendars for October 15th if you want to grab the collection. Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney merchandise news and update! Click here to see more pictures of this Stitch Crashes collection! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 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 Stitch Crashes collection has been your favorite so far? Let us know in the comments! The post WHEN the Stitch Crashes The Jungle Book Collection Will Be Online first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Although Star Wars fans were pretty excited when Disney World first announced the Star Wars Hotel, aka the Galactic Starcruiser, some of that enthusiasm dropped a bit when Disney revealed the prices for the hotel. Sublight Lounge ©Disney Granted, it isn’t really a hotel at all, but a two-night immersive experience that puts guests in the middle of the action in their own Star Wars adventure. But the cost — nearly $5,000 for two people — was a shocker for many! But what if you’re a Disney Vacation Club (DVC) Member? You can opt to pay for your stay with points. What’s the cost for you? Well, we’ve got some good news and some not-so-good news… . Hold on to your points, DVCers. It’s a LOT. Lightsaber Experience Aboard the Halcyon ©Disney The good news is that Disney has released the official Points Chart for the Galactic Starcruiser. (Sorry, guess the “good news” isn’t that good compared to this next part!) The not-so-good news is that stays at the interactive hotel-meets-experience START at 295 points for two nights PER adult in a standard cabin!!! And that’s for an occupancy of five. To put that into perspective, a stay at Disney’s Riviera Resort for DVC Members costs around 14 points per night. ©Disney The points cost is dependent on the date of the stay, as well as whether it’s on a weekday or weekend. For other cabin classes, the points cost is even higher. A Galaxy Suite with an occupancy of 4 starts at 359 points per adult. ©Disney And for those DVC Members who want a Grand Captain’s Suite, that will set you back a minimum of 502 points per adult. To put this into a bit of perspective, to rent a Bora Bora Bungalow at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort at CHRISTMAS costs around 1450 points for a WEEK. And that sleeps 8 people. That’s still WAY less per person for 8 people for a WEEK on the busiest week of the year at Disney World. So yes, it’s a lot of money (err..points.)! ©Disney Yes, this is about as shocking as the cost for everything else (not to mention the cost of additional experiences AT the hotel), but many Star Wars fans are going to be scrambling to get reservations for this highly-anticipated experience, which opens on March 1st, 2022. Where else will they get to indulge in their own Star Wars adventures, help fly an actual spaceship while working on the bridge, and train with lightsabers? So in the end, you’ll have to ask yourself if it’s worth it. We’ll continue to cover all the news that comes in about the Star Wars Hotel, so stay tuned to DFB 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! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 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 interested in staying at the Star Wars hotel? Let us know in the comments! The post Hey DVC Members, You Might Want to Sit Down For This -- Disney World's Star Wars Hotel Costs a LOT of Points! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. We’ve seen tons of new merchandise in the Disney World parks recently, all celebrating Disney World’s 50th Anniversary. 50th Anniversary Merchandise There are different collections, including ones focused on the characters, vintage Disney World items, and even some resort-specific merchandise. Online you can find a box filled with 50th Anniversary souvenirs — if you’re willing to drop half a grand, that is. Now, we’re no strangers to spending money on Disney things. Sometimes we see that new set of Minnie ears and just can’t help ourselves. (We bet a lot of you know the feeling too. ) But $500? That’s not light spending, even for a Disney World souvenir! What could this new souvenir be that’s possibly worth spending that much? On shopDisney, the limited-edition Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary Box is now available for order, for the price of $500. ©Disney This box comes stocked with limited-edition items, both collectibles and souvenirs. The box itself is pretty cool… ©Disney …since it has a “video greeting” and pop-up Cinderella Castle when you open it. ©Disney The video greeting is an MP4 player that runs for 45 to 60 minutes and can be recharged with a USB port. Under the video greeting, you’ll find collector’s items like: a 1971 Walt Disney World Reproduction Map a Magic Kingdom 11 Adventures Reproduction Ticket Book a Walt Disney ”The Florida Project” Puzzle a Walt Disney World Postcard Booklet a Mickey Mouse Reproduction Journal – Walt Disney World an Orange Bird Mini Snow Globe a Mickey Mouse at Walt Disney World Commemorative Cloisonné Coin a Walt Disney World Commemorative Souvenir License Plate ©Disney The Reproduction Ticket Book doesn’t actually have value as a Disney World ticket (otherwise we could understand the hefty price tag). The puzzle is a 1,000-piece puzzle that shows Walt Disney with a map of Florida. ©Disney And we have to admit…we do kind of want that Orange Bird Snow Globe. ©Disney On the next level of the box, there are a few Disney World souvenirs, like: a Cinderella Castle Magnet – Walt Disney World a Minnie Mouse Ear Headband – Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary a Cinderella Castle Pin – Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary – Limited Release a Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary Flair Pin Set – Limited Release a Walt Disney and Mickey Mouse ”Partners” Lanyard and Pouch – Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary a 3″ Mickey Mouse Vinylmation Figure – Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary a Walt Disney and Mickey Mouse ”Partners” Giclée and Envelope – Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary a Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary Commemorative Coin and a 50th Anniversary MagicBand – Limited Edition ©Disney One of the coolest things here has to be those Minnie ears. It’s possible that this box is the only way to get those particular ears…and if so, we’re more tempted than we thought we’d be. ©Disney And look — a Gold Mickey Vinylmation! The MagicBand is also a good addition, with the 50th Anniversary logo all over the band and a little clip on the side. ©Disney That’s everything that comes in this 50th Anniversary box! ©Disney Is this worth the $500?! There are quite a few really rare and limited edition items inside! Share your thoughts!! Click Here if You Want to Buy the Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary Box Keep following DFB, and we’ll let you know about all the new Disney merchandise we spot! Click Here to See Everything in Disney World’s Vintage 50th Anniversary Merchandise Collection Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary Details and Info Click HERE for Your Guide to Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Celebration See Everything That Has Been Announced For Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Check Out Everything Happening in Disney World on October 1st, 2021 Click Here to See The 50 Best Ways to Celebrate Disney World’s 50th Anniversary What Does Hotel Availability and Pricing Look Like for Disney World’s 50th Anniversary? Here Are the 5 News Bombs You May Have Missed Related to the 50th Anniversary Celebrations! Check Out 10 Things You Need to Bring If You’re Going to Disney World for the 50th Anniversary See How Each of Disney World’s Park Icons Will Transform During the 50th Anniversary Celebrations! Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe Would you pay $500 for the box full of Disney World souvenirs? Let us know in the comments! The post Would You Pay 0 (!!) for a Disney World 50th Anniversary Souvenir Box? first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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