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We hope you’re ready for October because Disney World is changing BIG TIME. Cinderella Castle There are nine big changes happening at Disney World this month, so if you have a trip planned, here’s what you need to know. From everything happening for Disney World’s 50th anniversary to the reopening of Disney World Resort hotels, October is jam-packed with new events and entertainment! 1. Disney Park Hours Extended Disney Park hours were extended for the first few days of Disney World’s 50th anniversary. On October 1st, Magic Kingdom was open from 8AM-10PM. On October 2nd through the 4th, the hours are 9AM-10PM. Magic Kingdom Rope Drop Over at EPCOT, the park hours for October 1st through the 9th have been extended to 9AM-10PM, which means it will open 2 hours early to guests. Spaceship Earth And Disney’s Animal Kingdom will close a bit later with new hours of 8AM-8:30PM from October 1st through the 9th. Tree of Life These park hours allow guests to have a lot more time to enjoy the debut of the 50th anniversary! Read more about extended Disney park hours here! 2. Everything Happening on October 1st Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Celebration Starting on October 1st, Disney’s 50th anniversary celebration began, and a LOT has changed. Magic Kingdom Entrance Cinderella Castle is decked out in new 50th anniversary decor, with some decor that was already up in September. Happy 50th Everyone! Mickey and Minnie and their pals are now wearing their new EARidescent 50th anniversary costumes, and there is a new character cavalcade. New outfit! There is also a new fireworks show in Magic Kingdom called Disney Enchantment, which features not only fireworks but also projections from Cinderella Castle and down Main Street, U.S.A.. Disney Enchantment There are now 50th anniversary statues you can find throughout all four Disney World parks. We saw many of them in September! 50th Character Statues And along with new decorations and entertainment, the 50th anniversary also brought us over 150 NEW food items! Here’s our FULL guide to Disney World’s 50th anniversary! Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure Although there have already been Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure previews for Annual Passholders, D23 members, and Disney Vacation Club members in EPCOT, the ride officially opened to the public on October 1st. So pretty! Ratatouille Adventure utilizes a virtual queue system for guests, so make sure your My Disney Experience app is updated and ready if you’re hoping to ride! Here’s how the Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure virtual queue works in Disney World! La Creperie de Paris The long-awaited La Creperie de Paris also opened on October 1st, and finally, everyone can enjoy delicious sweet and savory crepes. Crêpes for all! La Crêperie has both table service and a to-go window, called Crêpes À Emporter, where you can get crepes to eat on the go! REVIEW: Is Crêpes A Emporter better than La Crêperie de Paris? EPCOT New Neighborhoods As of October 1st, Future World in EPCOT has been united into 4 new neighborhoods! The new neighborhoods are called World Celebration, World Nature, and World Discovery, and they join the existing World Showcase. New Neighborhoods in Disney Future World ©Disney The three new neighborhoods officially replace Future World, though not all the attractions and entertainment in these neighborhoods are available yet. Read more about EPCOT’s new neighborhoods here! More EPCOT Entertainment Three live performing acts in EPCOT returned on October 1st, including the Japan Pavilion drummers, Matsuriza Taiko, Master Juggler Sergio in the Italy Pavilion, and the folk band Alberta Bound now performing in Canada on the Mill Stage. Sergio! After Disney World reopened in July 2020, performers in EPCOT were put on hiatus. We’re excited to see them return! Read more about the returning EPCOT performers here! Electrical Water Pageant The Electrical Water Pageant received a new update for the 50th anniversary, featuring scenes of the 50th castle logo and the official 50th anthem, “The Magic is Calling.” New 50th Anniversary scene added to the Electrical Water Pageant This nightly light pageant takes place on the Seven Seas Lagoon and Bay Lake, and guests can view it from Disney World Resort hotels such as Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, Disney’s Contemporary Resort, Disney’s Wilderness Lodge, and Disney’s Fort Wilderness. Read more about the new Electrical Water Pageant scenes here! Casey’s Corner Piano Player Returns Before Disney World closed in March 2020, Casey’s Corner guests were entertained by ragtime pianists who performed outside the restaurant. These pianists officially returned on October 1st! Casey’s Pianist You can once again catch some ragtime piano playing outside Casey’s Corner throughout the day. Here’s more information about Casey’s Corner piano performances! Muppet*Vision 3D The new spooky special Muppets Haunted Mansion will begin streaming on Disney+ this October 8th, and on October 1st Disney has added “exclusive content” from the special to the Muppet*Vision 3D preshow in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Muppet*Vision 3D Maybe you could stop by PizzeRizzo for a Haunted Mansion Muppet chocolate eclair and then head to Muppet*Vision for the new Muppets preshow! Here are photos and videos of the new Muppets Haunted Mansion preshow! Park Icon Lighting As part of the 50th anniversary festivities, all four Disney Park icons are now lit up with special EARidescent lighting and projections as part of “Beacons of Magic!” These icons, including Tower of Terror, Cinderella Castle, Spaceship Earth, and Tree of Life, will light up nightly. Can you see the people?! The new 50th anniversary anthem, “The Magic is Calling,” will play each night as the icons illuminate. The Spaceship Earth lighting will actually be a permanent change! Here are the 5 BEST things to do this October! More EPCOT Food and Wine Booths opened Until October 1st, there were still a few 2021 EPCOT Food and Wine Festival booths that had not yet opened! These booths included the Belgium Booth, where you can get Belgian waffles, and the Brazil Booth, home of Crispy Pork Belly, and you can visit both of them now. Brazil offerings There were a few other Food and Wine Booths originally scheduled to open on October 1st, but they ended up opening early. Here are ALL the 2021 EPCOT Food and Wine booths! Steakhouse 71 Opening The new family-friendly steak restaurant, Steakhouse 71, opened in Disney’s Contemporary Resort on October 1st. We’ve been able to try breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and we’re not exaggerating when we say dinner is now one of our favorite meals in Disney World! Stack Burger This new restaurant is inspired by the year Disney World opened (1971) and features a menu with surprisingly affordable prices. Check out our FULL review of dinner at Steakhouse 71 here! 3. Magic Kingdom Welcome Show The morning stage show, “Let the Magic Begin,” has returned. Before Disney World closed in 2020, this show used to welcome guests to Magic Kingdom every morning with characters on the stage in front of Cinderella Castle. 50th Welcome Show You can catch this welcome show on most mornings, and guests will be welcomed into Magic Kingdom by the boss himself, Mickey Mouse! Be sure to check the times because they will vary depending on when the parks open. Read more about the Magic Kingdom Welcome Show here! 4. Fireworks Parties Begin There are several new fireworks parties to choose from! EPCOT Dining Fireworks Packages In EPCOT, you can reserve a spot on either the Rose & Crown patio or the Spice Road Table outdoor dining room. These packages guarantee you an optimal viewing location for the new fireworks show, Harmonious. Rose and Crown Eats At Spice Road Table, you’ll be served a multi-course meal during the fireworks show, and at Rose & Crown, you’ll enjoy a prix fixe meal featuring an appetizer, entree, dessert platter, and unlimited drinks. Learn more about the EPCOT Dining Fireworks Packages here! Celebration at the Top At Disney’s Contemporary Resort, you can make reservations for the Celebration at the Top: 50th Flavors & Fireworks, where you’ll be treated to sushi, small plates, and specialty drinks in the private Sonoma and Napa Rooms at California Grill. Celebration at the Top Spread This event takes guests to the 15th floor observation deck after cocktail hour, for a perfect view of Disney Enchantment. Even the music from the show will be piped in! Here’s our review of the Celebration at the Top! Magic Kingdom Fireworks Dessert Parties There will be three NEW fireworks dessert parties in Magic Kingdom, and guests can enjoy sweets along with views of the Disney Enchantment fireworks from Tomorrowland Terrace. Such a great view! These parties debuted on October 3rd, and there are three different fireworks dessert parties to choose from, so make sure to take a look at the prices and timing of each package! Here’s a first look at the Magic Kingdom dessert parties! 5. New Contemporary Dinner California Grill, located on the 15th floor of Disney’s Contemporary Resort, is hosting a special 50th anniversary dining experience beginning on October 3rd. There will be a limited time three course menu, including an appetizer, entree, and dessert. ©Disney The menu is inspired by some of the items on the Top of the World menu, which is the original name for what is now the California Grill. Here’s what you need to know about California Grill’s 50th anniversary dining experience! 6. Extended Evening Hours Beginning with EPCOT, Extended Evening Theme Park Hours will debut on October 4th. These exclusive hours are only available to guests staying at Disney World Deluxe hotels. ©Disney Guests staying at qualifying hotels will be able to visit either EPCOT or Magic Kingdom for extra time on select dates, so if you qualify make sure you check the calendar! Learn more about Extended Evening Hours here! 7. Reopenings There are two Disney World Resort hotels reopening in October! Port Orleans — French Quarter and Port Orleans — Riverside Resorts Port Orleans — Riverside will reopen on October 14th, while Port Orleans — French Quarter will reopen on October 28th. At Riverside, fan-favorite performer Yehaa Bob Jackson will be returning to the River Roost Lounge. Port Orleans Riverside You can make reservations at either resort now, and if you want to catch a Yehaa Bob Jackson performance, you can generally find him on Wednesdays through Saturdays from 8:30PM to midnight. Read more about Yehaa Bob Jackson’s return here! 8. Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic On October 29th and 30th, the Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic will be held at the Disney Swan and Dolphin Resort hotels, where there will be over 20 food stations to try, and food and drinks are unlimited with the purchase of a ticket to the event! Brandade Black Pepper Agnolotti We’ve got a look at the menu for this outdoor event and it’s a unique way to attend a Disney World festival without entering a Disney Park! Check out our first look at some of the food at the Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic! 9. Swan Reserve The new 14-story Marriott hotel, the Swan Reserve, is currently scheduled to open in October. This hotel will feature floor-to-ceiling windows and is within walking distance of both EPCOT and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Junior Suite Room This hotel’s opening has been delayed several times, but once it opens it will have some of the best views of EPCOT and Hollywood Studios fireworks in Disney World! Here’s why the Swan Reserve is unlike any other Disney World Hotel! Phew, October in Disney World is going to be EXCITING! Are you making a list of everything you hope to experience? Keep reading DFB for ALL your 50th-anniversary coverage in Disney World! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 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! 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Steakhouse 71 recently opened at Disney’s Contemporary Resort, taking the place of The Wave…of American Flavors. We ordered a flight of sauces! We’ve shared a look at this spot’s menu, and FULL reviews of breakfast, lunch, and dinner here. But, what if you’re planning to visit Disney World during a holiday? Well, if you’re looking to celebrate Thanksgiving or Christmas at Steakhouse 71, you’re in luck! The Steakhouse 71 website currently notes that guests will be able to celebrate the holidays at Steakhouse 71, as it will be open on Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day this year. The restaurant will serve selections from the breakfast menu from 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM, and then will serve selections from the dinner menu from 11:30 AM through 10:00 PM. ©Disney So, it seems on those holidays, the full menu will not be available at Steakhouse 71. Instead, only selections from the breakfast and dinner menus will be served. Still, if you’re hoping to check out this spot on one of those holidays, you can do that and make reservations when the reservation windows open for you. Note that reservations for Disney World restaurants for Thanksgiving are already open. Steakhouse 71 French Onion Soup and Crab Cake We’ll keep an eye out for more updates about dining during the holidays in Disney World. Stay tuned for more information. Click here to see Disney World hotel prices for the week of Thanksgiving! 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 planning to visit Disney World during a major holiday this year? Tell us in the comments! The post Steakhouse 71 Will Feature a Modified Menu During Select Holidays in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World’s 50th Anniversary brought a LOT of new and delicious snacks to the parks and resorts. Happy 50th Everyone! We tried sparkly Dole Whips, GIANT ice cream sundaes, lots of classic treats that got 50th-themed updates, and so much more. Basically, our tongues were VERY blue from all of the treats we tried. There’s one delicious treat that you won’t find in the four theme parks at Disney World, and it’s got a bonus feature: there’s no blue dye involved at all! We found this tasty treat at Cape May Café, which is located at Disney’s Beach Club Resort. Disney’s Beach Club Resort If you’re not staying at this resort but still want to visit the café, you can get there easily from EPCOT or Disney’s Hollywood Studios — the resort is within walking distance of both these parks. You can also make a reservation for this restaurant and travel to this spot from your own hotel or the other parks. Let’s take a visit to Cape May! We visited Cape May Café for breakfast, which is where we found the new Beach Buns. Breakfast here is served family style. The all-you-can-eat menu features omelets, yogurt parfaits, and a hot breakfast platter. There used to be a pastry basket to start the meal, but now there’s the new Beach Buns instead. We won’t lie — we miss the old pastries a bit. We’re not sure if or when the other pastries will return, but in the meantime, the new bread is nothing to be sad about! Beach Buns This new bread is a salted caramel pull-apart bread, topped with a cinnamon streusel. The bread reminded us a lot of coffee cake, especially since it’s topped with the cinnamon streusel. Unlike some coffee cakes we’ve had, the bread was pretty doughy, with a very stretchy consistency. We definitely prefer a soft, moist texture to crumbly or dry bread, so we really enjoyed that. Looks like coffee cake! The salted caramel seemed to be mainly an addition to the streusel, rather than to the bread itself, so you got the most salted caramel flavor by taking a bite of the top part. Overall, this bread was really good and we enjoyed it a lot! If you prefer a simpler pastry or just more variety though, you might have preferred the old pastry basket that used to come with breakfast here. So keep that in mind as you’re making your reservations! A closer look You can find the new Beach Buns as part of Cape May Café’s breakfast right now. This is a table service meal, so just be sure to factor that into your plans. This spot usually features characters during select meal times, but the characters have not returned to it yet. If you’re curious about what else will be on the menu for breakfast, check out our full review of the breakfast here! Read Our Cape May Café Breakfast Review Here! Keep following DFB, and we’ll let you know about more Disney World food updates from the parks and resorts. Click Here to Check Out the Disney World Hotel that Got THREE New 50th Snacks! 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 do you think you’ll prefer — the old pastries or the new Beach Buns bread? Let us know in the comments! The post Review: Carb Lovers Rejoice -- You Can Get Salted Caramel Bread in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Even though many new offerings arrived at Disney World this week, there are still several things to come! ©Disney We’re anticipating the completion of the EPCOT transformation, watching the construction progress on the Tron coaster, and hoping to ride Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind ASAP. However, one thing that we DO have an arrival date for is Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser, and today we got some new details! Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser (aka the new Star Wars hotel) is opening on March 1st, 2022. The new resort will offer a multi-day immersive storytelling experience with interactive elements and a “port of call” in Galaxy’s Edge at Hollywood Studios. We’ve received information on the activities, the dining, and even the rooms themselves, but now we know about a new offering specifically for droids! Droid Depot in Galaxy’s Edge According to Disney, those who choose to create their own droid at Droit Depot in Galaxy’s Edge will be able to bring it back to the ship and enter it in a droid-racing competition. These droids are currently not allowed to be controlled with their remotes while in the theme parks, but you’ll be able to pilot them freely while aboard the starcruiser. The droid-making process So if you’re planning to stay at this new hotel, make sure to pack your little droid friend and bring it along with you! It sounds like you may be running into a few of them on board during your stay. CB-23 Droid Stay tuned to DFB for more news and updates on the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser! Click Here to Learn About the Dining Options on the Ship! Star Wars Hotel -- Galactic Starcruiser News and Information See the Sample Pricing Revealed for the Star Wars Hotel Check Out a Sample Itinerary for the Star Wars Hotel Experience See Everything We Know About Dining at the Star Wars Hotel Learn About the Room Types at the Star Wars Hotel Watch a Video With Groundbreaking Details About the Star Wars Hotel Check Out a Complete Packing List for the Star Wars Hotel See 7 Important Details You May Have Missed About the Star Wars Hotel Check Out Some Important Announcements About the Star Wars Hotel See Why Galactic Starcruiser Isn’t Really a Hotel Click HERE to See More About Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe Will you be booking a stay at this new hotel? Let us know in the comments! The post How Your Galaxy's Edge Droid Can Be Used at the Star Wars Hotel in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World’s 50th anniversary celebration is now in full swing, and this event will last a whopping 18 months. Disney Enchantment Disney has changed a lot for the 50th anniversary, including new fireworks shows, new nighttime Disney Park icon lighting, and LOTS of new merchandise. They’re also making a big change to a smaller Disney World item, and it may be your new favorite Disney souvenir. Thanks to @themeparkologist on Instagram, we have a first look at the new Disney World ticket designs for the 50th anniversary! These tickets feature an EARidescent background with the gold character statues we’ve seen in the parks. NEW Ticket Design! The ticket designs feature Disney characters including Mickey, Minnie, Figment, and Frozone from Disney and Pixar’s The Incredibles. Which character would you want? There are also tickets starring R2-D2 from Star Wars, Olaf from Frozen, Dory and Nemo from Finding Nemo, and Bo Peep from Toy Story. They’re so pretty! And we can’t forget Miguel from Coco and Simba from The Lion King! Miguel and Simba We don’t yet know if there are more Disney World ticket designs with other Disney characters but we’ll be on the lookout! What do you think of these new Disney World ticket designs? Keep reading DFB for more Disney World 50th anniversary news! See our reviews for ALL of the 50th anniversary treats in Disney World! Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary Details and Info Click HERE for Your Guide to Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Celebration See Everything That Has Been Announced For Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Check Out Everything Happening in Disney World on October 1st, 2021 Click Here to See The 50 Best Ways to Celebrate Disney World’s 50th Anniversary What Does Hotel Availability and Pricing Look Like for Disney World’s 50th Anniversary? Here Are the 5 News Bombs You May Have Missed Related to the 50th Anniversary Celebrations! Check Out 10 Things You Need to Bring If You’re Going to Disney World for the 50th Anniversary See How Each of Disney World’s Park Icons Will Transform During the 50th Anniversary Celebrations! Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe Which ticket design would you want? Tell us in the comments! The post PHOTOS: Disney World Tickets Got a 50th Anniversary Makeover! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser will be opening on March 1, 2022 at Walt Disney World! ©Disney The hotel is going to be completely immersive, with characters, storylines, and activities to make you feel like you’re actually in the world of Star Wars. Much of this is included in the cost of your stay, but there will be other experiences you can add on, and we just learned the cost of one special experience! During your time on the Galactic Starcruiser, you will eat meals in the Crown of Corellia Dining Room, which will have entertainment and “distinctive” dining, according to Disney. Crown of Corellia Dining Room Concept Art – Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser ©Disney Earlier this year we learned about an add-on to the dinner experience here called the the Captain’s Table! This is a table set directly in the center of the dining room that will give you “an especially memorable dinner experience.” Sitting here will include extra courses of the Captain’s favorite dishes! ©Disney The cost of adding this on to your meal with be $30 per person, plus tax, for one night. ©Disney Note that if you do choose to add-on the Captain’s Table to your dinner one night, you will be seated with other Guests. So, you’ll be sharing the experience with other groups. ©Disney To book this add on, you will need to call your Galactic Starcruiser Specialist at any time before your Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser adventure. Annual Passholders and Disney Vacation Club Members will be allowed to make reservations for the hotel early, from October 7th-October 9th, and general bookings for everyone else begin on October 28th. ©Disney Stay tuned to DFB for more news and updates on Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser! Click here to learn more about the food at the Star Wars hotel! Star Wars Hotel -- Galactic Starcruiser News and Information See the Sample Pricing Revealed for the Star Wars Hotel Check Out a Sample Itinerary for the Star Wars Hotel Experience See Everything We Know About Dining at the Star Wars Hotel Learn About the Room Types at the Star Wars Hotel Watch a Video With Groundbreaking Details About the Star Wars Hotel Check Out a Complete Packing List for the Star Wars Hotel See 7 Important Details You May Have Missed About the Star Wars Hotel Check Out Some Important Announcements About the Star Wars Hotel See Why Galactic Starcruiser Isn’t Really a Hotel Click HERE to See More About Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe Will you be sitting at the Captain’s Table during your stay on the Starcruiser? Let us know in the comments! The post PRICE Revealed for Exclusive Dining Experience at Disney’s Star Wars Hotel first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Muppets Haunted Mansion is premiering this Friday, October 8th, on Disney+ and we can’t WAIT! Let’s go see the show! This special will feature all of your favorite muppets, new original songs, celebrity guests, and more! Want to grab some Muppets Haunted Mansion merchandise to show your love for this special? Disney has released some new Muppets Haunted Mansion items, but there’s a slight catch, because not everyone can order this collection. Do you qualify to buy these new items? Right now on shopDisney, a new Muppets Haunted Mansion collection is available exclusively to D23 Gold Members! This “Welcome Foolish Muppets” T-Shirt for Kids is $24.95 and comes in kids sizes small through XL. ©shopDisney This orange tie-dyed t-shirt features a Mummy and Duddy graphic and the very silly “dun dun dunnn” text. You can get it on shopDisney now, but only if you’re a D23 Gold Member! Order the “Welcome Foolish Muppets” Kids T-Shirt here! Summoning all Spirit Jersey fans! This D23 exclusive Muppets Haunted Mansion Spirit Jersey is HERE and it’s priced at $64.99! This Spirit Jersey has a pattern featuring Miss Piggy as Madame Pigota, Fozzie the Bear as Gauzey the Hatbox Bear, along with Gonzo and Pepé! The Muppets Haunted Mansion text on the chest glows in the dark. ©shopDisney On the back of the Sprit Jersey is the more glow-in-the-dark text, with the words “It’s Time to Fright the Frights” across the back. ©shopDisney D23 Gold Members must be logged into shopDisney through their D23 accounts to get this new item. If you’re not a member, you can join D23 at any time! Get the Muppets Haunted Mansion Sprit Jersey online now! There’s also a limited edition Muppets Haunted Mansion Pin Set for $54.95! Only 999 pin sets were made (for the 999 happy haunts!). The seven pin designs include Miss Piggy, Gonzo, Pepé, Kermit the Frog, Bunsen and Beaker, Fozzie Bear, and a spooky ghost. ©shopDisney With less than a thousand pin sets made, don’t hesitate to place your order if you’re a pin collector. Shop the Muppets Haunted Mansion Pin Set here! And, finally, there’s a limited release Great MacGuffin Challenge T-Shirt for adults, which is $24.95 and comes in sizes small through 3XL. In Muppets Haunted Mansion, Gonzo and Pepé accept the Great MacGuffin’s challenge to spend Halloween night in the Haunted Mansion. ©shopDisney You can claim that you too survived the Great MacGuffin Halloween Challenge with this t-shirt! Order the Great MacGuffin Halloween Challenge T-Shirt here! Only D23 Gold Members can order from the Muppets Haunted Mansion merchandise collection, and they must be logged into their D23 accounts on shopDisney to qualify. Keep reading DFB for more Disney merchandise news! Shop the exclusive D23 Gold Member Muppets Haunted Mansion collection here! 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 Are you a D23 member? Tell us in the comments! The post Will You Be Able to Snag the Exclusive ‘Muppets Haunted Mansion’ Collection? first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Just a couple of months ago, I told y’all about some exciting new merchandise in the Disney Artist Series Collection. Well, everyone knows you can never have enough Mickey swag, so I’m stoked to share with you two more artists who are making a splash with their own reimaginings of the legend himself, Mickey Mouse.http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/fOh1SlpWT3EView the full article

The 50th Anniversary Celebrations have officially kicked off in Disney World! Cinderella Castle New restaurants, rides, snacks, and more have arrived. But what about the things that WON’T be available this October? Let’s take a look at all the hotels, rides, and shows that will be CLOSED in Disney World this next month. Whether for refurbishments, construction, or just because they haven’t reopened yet, there are quite a few attractions that you won’t be able to visit in Disney World this coming month. Magic Kingdom In the Magic Kingdom, the Walt Disney World Railroad is still not open. Fantasyland Train Station Some of the railroad tracks over in Tomorrowland were interrupted due to construction on the upcoming TRON: Lightcycle Run roller coaster, so the train can’t run right now. Construction of TRON: Lightcycle Run We’re not sure yet when the railroad will reopen to take guests around the park again, but we’ll let you know as soon as there’s any news. Fantasyland Train Station The TRON: Lightcycle Run ride was supposed to open in time for the 50th Anniversary celebrations, but its opening has been delayed. TRON Construction We’re expecting to see it open sometime in 2022, but for now, we can only watch the construction’s progress and get super excited about this new roller coaster. Click Here to Learn More About TRON: Lightcycle Run Mickey’s PhilharMagic is also going to be closed for part of October, with a month-long refurbishment from October 11th through November 11th. Mickey’s PhilharMagic Imagineers are adding a new scene to the show, which will feature music from the Disney film Coco. ©Disney This new scene has already come to the attraction in Disneyland, but you can see it in Disney World starting November 12th. Click Here to Check Out the New Coco Scene in Disneyland’s Mickey’s PhilharMagic Animal Kingdom In Animal Kingdom, there aren’t any scheduled refurbishments for rides during October. However, keep in mind that Kali River Rapids is going to close on November 1st for some refurbishments. Kali River Rapids Right now Kali River Rapids is scheduled to be closed at least through mid-December of this year. Kali River Rapids Also, Finding Nemo: The Musical is closed right now and will remain closed for a while since Disney is reimagining the show. Finding Nemo: The Musical The new version of Finding Nemo: The Musical will debut in Animal Kingdom sometime in 2022. Click Here to Learn More About the Changes Coming to Finding Nemo: The Musical EPCOT EPCOT also doesn’t have any scheduled ride refurbishments during October, so all your favorite rides should be open when you visit. Keep in mind that rides do close unexpectedly sometimes due to weather or technical difficulties. EPCOT The Canada Far & Wide in CircleVision 360 film hasn’t been playing for a while, since the Appleseed Orchard booth for EPCOT’s Food and Wine Festival is using the space. Watching Canada Far and Wide The festival ends on November 20th, and Canada Far & Wide has showings listed for November 21st. If you love the scenic movie in the Canada Pavilion, head over there to watch its return in November. Canada Far and Wide EPCOT is going through a BIG transformation, with new “neighborhoods,” attractions, and restaurants. One of the biggest new attractions will be the Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind roller coaster, coming to Future World. Construction progress at Cosmic Rewind as of August 2021 This attraction isn’t open now, and it’s not expected to open until sometime in 2022. Hollywood Studios Three Hollywood Studios shows haven’t reopened yet: Fantasmic!, Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular, and Voyage of the Little Mermaid. Voyage of the Little Mermaid None of these shows have reopening dates yet, and Disney’s calendar shows them being closed at least through November of this year. Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular We know that a lot of construction is going on over at the Fantasmic! stage, so it’s possible that the show will be updated or changed when it does return. Courtesy of @bioreconstruct on Twitter We’ll let you know as soon as we have more info about the return of these shows. Hotels There are just a few more hotels that haven’t returned yet to Disney World. For some of them, we won’t have to wait long for their return. Disney’s Port Orleans – French Quarter Resort is reopening on October 14th… Port Orleans Resort — French Quarter …and the Port Orleans – Riverside Resort will reopen on October 28th. Port Orleans Riverside Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort was originally going to reopen on December 9th of this year, but its opening has been delayed indefinitely. All-Star Sports Entrance Disney is planning some refurbishments to the Sports-themed hotel, and they haven’t announced a reopening date yet. All-Star Sports Over at Disney’s Contemporary Resort, the refurbishments to the lobby and guest rooms are finally finished! Click Here to Check Out the New Incredibles-themed Rooms at the Contemporary You’ll still see some construction around the resort, but we’re finally seeing the light at the end of the tunnel for this hotel’s long transformation. Contemporary Guest Room Another part of the transformation is a new restaurant: Steakhouse 71. This restaurant has replaced The Wave…of American Flavors, and is located near the lobby of the Contemporary. Steakhouse 71 French Onion Soup and Crab Cake Steakhouse 71 opened October 1 and we have reviewed all 3 meals! See our Steakhouse 71 Dinner REVIEW here! The lobby at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort will be getting some updates, and construction there will last through late October of this year. Saratoga Springs Lobby Signs and Cast Members will direct guests to temporary check-in areas, or you can check in on the My Disney Experience app and just go straight to your room when you arrive. Saratoga Springs Those are all the scheduled refurbishments for Disney World hotels, attractions, and rides this October! Keep following DFB for more tips and updates as you plan your vacation. Click Here to Check Out Our Ultimate (and Crazy) Game Plan for October 1st In Disney World Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary Details and Info Click HERE for Your Guide to Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Celebration See Everything That Has Been Announced For Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Check Out Everything Happening in Disney World on October 1st, 2021 Click Here to See The 50 Best Ways to Celebrate Disney World’s 50th Anniversary What Does Hotel Availability and Pricing Look Like for Disney World’s 50th Anniversary? Here Are the 5 News Bombs You May Have Missed Related to the 50th Anniversary Celebrations! Check Out 10 Things You Need to Bring If You’re Going to Disney World for the 50th Anniversary See How Each of Disney World’s Park Icons Will Transform During the 50th Anniversary Celebrations! Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe Which Disney World show or ride are you most excited to see? Let us know in the comments! The post Everything That's CLOSED In Disney World This October first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Holidays in Disney Parks can feel extra magical, from the decorations and new merchandise, to special events like Candlelight Processional. ©Disney What if there was a place you could visit and feel that Disney holiday magic all year? We’ve got a bit of that in Disney World with select shops that offer holiday merchandise year-round, like Ye Olde Christmas Shop in Magic Kingdom. Well, Disneyland visitors are in luck, because soon they’ll be able to step into a new holiday store, open all year! Coming soon to Main Street, U.S.A. in Disneyland is Plaza Point, a brand new holiday store! The store will be located on the corner of Main Street, U.S.A. and East Plaza Street. This isn’t just a Christmas shop, though Christmas merchandise will be available all year. Plaza Point will actually feature seasonal, holiday displays and merchandise throughout the year! ©Disney This store’s decor is inspired by the Victorian-era, and it will be dressed to the nines for seasonal holidays from all around the world throughout the year, and will feature merchandise and decor at appropriate times for holidays like Hanukkah, Lunar New Year, Spring, Easter, Fall, and Halloween. ©Disney Disney’s “ongoing commitment to diversity and inclusion” will be reflected in the displays that will reflect holidays from around the world in Plaza Point. Some of the merchandise you’ll find throughout the year includes ornaments, housewares, accessories, and more! You might even be able to spot some of the Victorian-era design influences in the merchandise. ©Disney You can check out Disney’s video below which shows a bit more about the plans for this new store, and what Cast Members have been working on to make this a unique addition to Main Street, U.S.A. in Disneyland! What’s the holiday you can’t wait to see reflected in Plaza Point? We can’t wait to shop in this new holiday store! Keep reading DFB for all your Disney World and Disneyland news! Could the Candlelight Processional return to Disneyland this year? Disneyland Reviews and Information Click HERE to Check Out Lots of DFB Posts About Disneyland See the Latest Updates About Disneyland’s Mask Policy Check Out Our Disneyland Restaurants Guide See What Marvelous Stuff You’ll Find at Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure Park Check Out Details from the Historic Reopening of Disneyland Resort See What You Need to Know About the Theme Park Reservation System for Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Learn About the Disneyland Mobile App Get All the Details About Mobile Order in Disneyland See More About Pixar Pier in Disney California Adventure What’s Going to Be Different About Your Next Disneyland Trip? Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe Would you shop at Plaza Point? Tell use in the comments! The post Celebrate the Holidays Year-Round at a NEW Disneyland Store! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

October is here, friends!! Cinderella Castle The first full month of fall has arrived in Disney World, and we’re hoping it will bring some cooler weather with it! A lot of people are heading to Disney this month for the 50th anniversary, so if you’re planning on being a part of that group, you need to know all the new and exciting things happening! Here are the 5 best things to do in October in Disney World. 1. Celebrate the 50th Anniversary Duh! The 50th is what so many of us have been eagerly waiting for, and it’s time to celebrate. And, oh boy, are there a LOT of ways to celebrate! But, we wouldn’t expect anything less from Disney — they are half a century old, after all. Bob Chapek and Bob Iger at Cinderella Castle! First off, you’ll find that special EARidescence scattered throughout things like food items and merchandise around all of Disney World. 50th Anniversary Mickey EARidescent Cupcake You can also see Mickey and friends wearing their special new costumes with the color scheme! Expect them to be in the new character cavalcade that takes place in Magic Kingdom. New outfits! Speaking of characters, you can also find 50 new golden character statues in all 4 parks for the celebrations. 50th Character Statues Don’t forget to check out the 4 park icons at night — they’ll each be transformed into Beacons of Magic and they’re sure to be a spectacular sight to see! Spaceship Earth is a Beacon of Magic for the 50th Anniversary! You can also see a brand new daytime show over in Animal Kingdom! Disney KiteTails just made its debut for the anniversar. You can watch it at the Discovery River Amphitheater. KiteTails is so colorful! And, something that’s been flying under the radar a little — 2 new EPCOT Food and Wine Festival booths just opened as well — Brazil and Belgium! You gotta go and try delicious eats like that Brazilian Cheese Bread and Belgian Waffles. Belgian Waffle with Warm Chocolate Ganache and Whipped Cream Disney has also released a TON of new food items for the 50th throughout the parks and hotels. There is a lot of glitter and a lot of “Walt’s Favorites” on the list — you can see everything here. EARidescent Croissant Doughnut Part of the festivities include the beginning of Early Theme Park Entry and Extended Evening Hours in the parks. All Disney hotel guests can now enter the 4 theme parks 30 minutes before park open every day. But, only guests staying at Deluxe and Deluxe Villa Disney hotels have access to those Extended Evening Hours. See if your hotel qualifies here, and check out the schedule for the evening hours here. Early Entry Sign There are a few other very exciting things happening as part of the celebration that deserve their own spot on this list, so we’ll get to those next! See everything announced for the 50th anniversary here 2. Visit (or stay at) Disney’s Contemporary Resort The Contemporary has a lot of new things going on, and you definitely need to go check them out! To start, many of the rooms just got a major makeover and they’re now themed to the Incredibles! It’s a totally new look for these rooms, in a hotel that opened with Disney World 50 years ago in 1971. A whole new look! The hotel also just got a brand new restaurant — Steakhouse 71. The steak joint has taken over where The Wave used to be in Contemporary’s lobby. It serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner inside a space with theming that pays homage to the style of the 70s. Look at that cheesy goodness! Dishes include things like the Floridian Eggs Benedict, a Prime Rib Sandwich, and, of course, steak! Prime Rib Sandwich The restaurant also has a lounge area with small plates and cocktails. Make your reservation right now! Click here to see our dinner review for Steakhouse 71! Another restaurant inside the Contemporary is also getting in on the celebrations! California Grill has an all-new prix fixe menu for a limited time. It includes 3 courses — 1 appetizer, 1 entree, and 1 dessert — for $89 per adult (ages 10 and up) and $39 per child (ages 3-9), plus tax and gratuity. California Grill The menu has dishes inspired by past favorites as well as new market-fresh creations, like The California Grill Sushi Classics Trio, House-Made Artisanal-Style Duck á la Orange Pizza, and an EARidescent Grand Marnier Soufflé. ©Disney A special fireworks dining party is also happening at California Grill! Celebration at the Top: 50th Flavors & Fireworks takes place in the private Sonoma and Napa Rooms at the restaurant. There is a selection of specialty drinks, sushi, and small plates that pay homage to the original menu from the resort’s opening in 1971! Celebration at the Top Spread After cocktail hour, you can go out on the observation deck to watch Disney Enchantment — the new fireworks show at Magic Kingdom. Then, you go back inside again for dessert! Reservations are available now and The cost is $129 per person, plus tax and gratuity. See a REVIEW of the Celebration at the Top Fireworks Party HERE! 3. Watch the New Fireworks Shows Speaking of fireworks, let’s break down the new shows! The first is Disney Enchantment, which is the new show at Magic Kingdom for the 50th anniversary. The show has replaced Happily Ever After and officially debuted on October 1st. Disney Enchantment The show has fireworks and enhanced lighting set to Disney music, and there are immersive projections extended down Main Street, U.S.A.! New projections look so cool! The show features the original song: “You Are the Magic” by seven-time GRAMMY-winner (and former Disney cast member!) Philip Lawrence. And, don’t worry, Tinker Bell still flies in this show! This time, she even spreads shimmering gold pixie dust! Disney Enchantment The other new show is Harmonious in EPCOT. Taking over for EPCOT Forever, this show also just made its debut! It’s one of the largest spectaculars ever created for a Disney park, with 5 huge floating set pieces that house special effects for the production. Illuminated barges after ‘Harmonious’ Harmonious also includes Disney music with classic songs presented by diverse cultural musicians from around the world (in more than a dozen different languages) to keep with the international celebration that is EPCOT’s World Showcase. Take a CLOSER look at Harmonious HERE! 4. Say ‘Bonjour’ to the New France Addition The addition to EPCOT’s France pavilion finally opened to everyone on October 1st! Inside, you’ll find a whole new ride — Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure! This new area is a great addition We got a first look at the attraction, and now, it’s officially open! You get to shrink down to rat-size and go on a journey across Chef Gusteau’s restaurant kitchen in Paris. It seems like we’ve been waiting for this ride to open for a LONG time, so we can’t wait for everyone to check it out! Riding Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure Remy’s is operating with a virtual queue, similar to the one previously used for Rise of the Resistance, and a paid Lightning Lane that will be part of the individual attraction selections. People with boarding passes getting in line Also new to the France pavilion is La Creperie de Paris, an all-new restaurant! The restaurant has a table service location and a quick service location, so you can choose which works best for you (but they do have different menus). The Gourmande We got to try out the sweet crepes and savory galettes at the two locations and give you all a full review, which you can find here for the table service, and here for the quick service. 5. Visit Main Street Confectionery Main Street Confectionery just reopened in Magic Kingdom after being closed for renovations. The location has an all-new look and all-new treats to try! The Confectionery is home to Mars Candy Treats, so get ready for Snickers, Skittles, and M&Ms. Main Street Confectionery is back in action! It also now has the “Kernel Kitchen,” which is where you can customize your very own popcorn! Some of these combos could be…interesting You pick your base popcorn flavor, choose a syrup, and then add whichever toppings you would like. But, maybe don’t pair the cheddar popcorn with chocolate. So Much Goodness If popcorn isn’t what you’re craving, you can get a huuuge variety of M&Ms or Skittles inside to fill up your candy bag. There is also fresh cotton candy, some fun drink options, and loads of other sweet treats! Seasonal Apples So, stop on in when you’re on Main Street, U.S.A. to see the Confectionery’s all-new look and satisfy your sweet tooth! It looks so good in here! Those are the best things to do in Disney World in October! We hope you get to try everything on the list if you’re going to the parks soon. Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney news and updates! Click here to learn more about Disney World’s 50th anniversary! 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 Will you be in Disney World in October? Let us know in the comments! The post The 5 BEST Things to Do in Disney World This October 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. Ugly Christmas sweater season has begun! In October?! Yes, in October!! Both Disneyland and Disney World can get pretty cold in the winter, and it’s generally a good idea to pack a sweater or two if you’re visiting during the holiday season! Don’t forget to pack a sweater if you’re visiting during the holiday sesaon! And what’s better than wearing matching “ugly” sweaters in a Disney Park!? Disney just released some really great “ugly” holiday sweaters and they could be perfect for a holiday Disney trip or just for some awesome family photos at home! Whether your kiddo is a fan of Disney World or Disneyland, or if they just want a Disney Christmas sweater, shopDisney has you covered! This Mickey Mouse and Friends Merry Christmas Sweater has a holly leaf with a hidden Mickey on the front, along with appearances by Mickey, Goofy, Donald, Daisy, and Chip ’n Dale. ©shopDisney The back of the sweater says “Merry Christmas,” with some of the Fab Five appearing as mugs of holiday cocoa. ©shopDisney You can find this “ugly” Christmas sweater for kids for $69.99 on shopDisney. Shop the Merry Christmas Sweater for kids here! This Kids’ Mickey and Friends Christmas Sweater has the same design except it features the Disney World logo on the front… ©shopDisney …and the Walt Disney World logo on the back! ©shopDisney The sweater comes in kids’ sizes 4 to 14, and some sizes in select designs are already sold out so you’ll want to act quickly to grab this one! Get the Disney World Christmas Sweater for kids here! And we can’t forget about Disneyland! Featuring the iconic “D” Disneyland logo on the front of the sweater, and Disneyland on the back, this Kids’ Mickey and Friends Christmas Sweater is perfect for a West Coast winter. ©shopDisney These kids’ sweaters are made by Spirit Jersey, and they’re all made with 100% cotton. ©shopDisney All three sweaters cost $69.99 (each), and you can find the Disneyland version on shopDisney now! Here’s where you can find the Disneyland Christmas Sweater for kids! Are you a big fan of Chip & Dale? Then you could grab the Chip ‘n Dale Holiday Pullover Sweatshirt for Kids! ©shopDisney This sweatshirt features Chip ‘n Dale surfing along with some holiday art. It’s part of the Walt’s Holiday Lodge Collection, and you can grab it right now for $32.99. Click here to check it out! In terms of sweaters in adult sizes, Disney has a Minnie and Mickey Holiday Pullover Sweatshirt for women with the phrase “Cozy” on the front! ©shopDisney The sweatshirt has some adorable holiday art on it featuring Mickey and Minnie looking very cozy with their cup of hot cocoa! You can get it right now for $49.99. Click here to get this sweatshirt! You can also grab the Mickey Mouse Cardigan Knit Sweater for adults online right now too! The sweater is covered in little Mickey designs… ©shopDisney …and features the word “Mickey” on the back. ©shopDisney You can get it for $124.99. Click here to get this sweater! It’s not too early to get started on your Christmas shopping, and these holiday sweaters could make an awesome addition to your wardrobe! Keep reading DFB for more Christmas and holiday season Disney news and merchandise. You can order these 10 Disney Christmas items right now! 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. Preorder 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 Preorder 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! MORE Disney World Holiday INFO! Check Out ALL the Holiday Treats in Disney World Last Year (With Reviews!) Look Back at the 2020 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays BEST of the FEST! How Much Will a Disney world Hotel Room Cost You to Visit During the 2021 Holidays? Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Are you ordering an ugly Disney Christmas sweater? Tell us in the comments! The post Ugly Christmas Sweater Season Has Begun and Disney Is Ready! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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After years of waiting, Space 220 finally opened in EPCOT! The Lift-Offs, also known as the Appetizers at Space 220! During our trip to the Centauri Space Station we tried everything (yes, EVERYTHING) on the dinner menu. We’re talking all 7 appetizers, all 7 entrees, and all 5 desserts (oh, and 2 bonus add-on items too). We’ve already shared our full dinner review, but now we’re sharing our ultimate ranking of every single item on the Space 220 dinner menu from WORST to BEST! We won’t be going through our thoughts on the taste of these items in this post, as we already shared that in our dinner review. So if you want more of our thoughts on just how these things tasted, be sure to click here! Keep in mind that dinner at Space 220 costs $79 per adult for a prix fixe meal that includes 1 choice from the Lift-Offs (appetizers), 1 selection from the Star Course offerings (entrees), and 1 of the Supernova Sweets (Dessert). Space 220 menu Our rankings our below for each of the appetizers, entrees, desserts, and add-ons. While our rankings go from worst to best, we do want to note that we really enjoyed a lot of these items and many of them are really not bad at all, they’re just the least good out of the bunch. Others we didn’t like as much. You can read our full review for more details on that. Ready for our rankings? Let’s go! Appetizers 7 — Galaxy Grain Salad Galaxy Grain Salad — Quinoa, Beluga Lentils, Roasted Red and Golden Beets, Oranges, King Oyster Mushroom, and Cashew Hummus Galaxy Grain Salad 6 — Neptuna Tartare Neptuna Tartare — Yellowfin Tuna, Yuzu Ginger Miso, Soy, Avocado, Raddish, Apple, Sesame Crackers Neptuna Tartare 5 — Centauri Caesar Salad Centauri Caesar Salad — Miniature Romaine, Classic Caesar Dressing, and Parmigiano Reggiano Centauri Caesar Salad 4 — Starry Calamari Starry Calamari — Fried Calamari and Italian Cherry Peppers, served with Spicy Marinara and Roasted Pepper Citrus Aioli Starry Calamari 3 — Space Greens Space Greens — Bibb Lettuce, Dried Cranberries, Roasted Pears, Spiced Pecans, and Apple Cider Dressing Space Greens 2 — Big Bang Burrata Big Bang Burrata — Burrata di Mozzarella, Grilled Artichoke Hearts, Arugula, and Sunflower Seed Romesco Big Bang Burrata 1 — Blue Moon Cauliflower Blue Moon Cauliflower — Tempura Fried Cauliflower, Housemade Hot Sauce, Blue Cheese Dust Blue Moon Cauliflower Entrees 7 — Terra-Bolognese Terra-Bolognese — Corn Linguine, Tempeh Ragu, Macadamia Nut “Ricotta,” Zucchini, and Mushroom Terra-Bolognese 6 — Roasted Free-range Chicken Roasted Free-range Chicken — Chicken Roulade, Mashed Potatoes, Brussels Sprouts, and Roasted Garlic Thyme Jus Roasted Free-range Chicken 5 — X2 Duck X2 Duck — Roasted and Confit Crescent Duck, Butternut Squash Flan, Brussels Sprouts, and Orange Glaze X2 Duck 4 — Bluehouse Salmon Bluehouse Salmon — Glazed Carrots, King Oyster Mushrooms, Baby Bok Choy, Ginger, and Beurre Blanc Bluehouse Salmon 3 — Florida Red Snapper Florida Red Snapper — San Marzano Tomato Broth, Fingerling Potatoes, Broccolini, and Sicilian Tapenade Florida Red Snapper 2 — Slow Rotation Short-Rib Slow Rotation Short-Rib — Braised Short Rib, Cheddar Grits, Bacon, and Haricot Vert Slow Rotation Short-Rib 1 — 8oz Filet Mignon 8oz Filet Mignon — Cabernet Butter, Potato Leek Croquette, and Haricot Vert 8oz Filet Mignon Desserts 5 — Gelato/Sorbet Gelato/Sorbet Options — Vanilla, Chocolate, Strawberry or Mango Gelato and Sorbet 4 — Chocolate Cheesecake Chocolate Cheesecake — Whipped Chocolate Ganache, Chocolate Sauce, White Chocolate Crunchy Pearls, Cookie Crumbs, and Dark Chocolate Shards Chocolate Cheesecake 3 — Sticky Toffee Pudding Cake Sticky Toffee Pudding Cake — Dark Chocolate Sauce, Caramel Crunchy Pearls, and Salted Toffee Drizzle Sticky Toffee Pudding 2 — Lemon Mousse Lemon Mousee — Lemon Mousse Sphere adorned with White Chocolate Rings, Lemon Custard, Marinated Blueberries, and Lemon Curd Lemon Mousse 1 — Carrot Cake Carrot Cake — Plant-Based Carrot Cake with Plant-Based Cream Cheese, Candied Walnuts, and Toasted Pepitas Carrot Cake Space Station Supplementals (Add-Ons) 2 — 24oz Bone in Ribeye 24oz Bone in Ribeye — Additional $18 — Coffee Space Rub, Cheddar Leek Moonrock, Asparagus, and Cippolini Onion 24oz Bone-in Ribeye 1 — 1.5 lbs Baked Whole Lobster Stuffed with Jumbo Crab 1.5 lbs Baked Whole Lobster Stuffed with Jumbo Crab — Additional $20 — Roasted Corn, Broccolini, and Mornay Sauce Baked Whole Lobster Stuffed with Jumbo Crab And those are our rankings of the food at Space 220 for dinner. What items would you be most interested in trying? Tell us in the comments below. Read our FULL Space 220 Dinner Menu HERE! Check out our video below to see more about our time eating EVERYTHING at Space 220! And be sure to check back with us for more details about everything going on in Disney World. Click here to see our thoughts on the best time to dine at Space 220. Want MORE Details About EPCOT’s MASSIVE Transformation? Future World Will Transform Into Three New Neighborhoods — Learn More Here A Revitalized Club Cool Is Now Open in EPCOT The New Creations Shop is OPEN and Has Replaced Mouse Gear Go Inside Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure With Us Check Out All of the Tasty Details About EPCOT’s New Crêperie Get a Closer Look at the New Nighttime Lights Coming to Spaceship Earth See More About EPCOT’s Upcoming Nighttime Spectacular -- Harmonious Learn All About Space 220, Which Has Officially OPENED in EPCOT What’s Been CUT From the EPCOT Transformation? See More Here! Learn More About the New PLAY! Pavilion Coming to Epcot! See All the Details You Need to Know About the Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Coaster Coming to World Discovery Learn More About Journey of Water -- Inspired by Moana, Coming to World Nature Click HERE for All the News and Details about EPCOT’s Transformation! Join the DFB Newsletter To get all the latest Epcot transformation news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! What item from Space 220 looks the most interesting to you? Tell us in the comments. The post Ranking EVERY Item on Space 220's Dinner Menu from Worst to Best! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

A very special new shop is opening soon at Disneyland park! It’s an all-new holiday store called Plaza Point, coming to the corner of Main Street, U.S.A., and East Plaza Street.http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/UdbDi7iztXoView the full article

Quick service restaurants, table service restaurants, signature dining, character dining, lounges, snack carts, specialty drinks, festival booths, exclusive treats — (*deep breath*) — whew! There are a LOT of places to eat and things to snack on in Disney’s theme parks. Let’s try it out! If Disney’s offered it, the DFB team has been there to try it. We shared photos, reviews, and our best dining tips about all of these restaurants and food options, and we’ve also learned a LOT about Disney dining along the way. We’ve spent $1000s on Disney World food! See what we’ve learned from ALL of our food adventures by checking out the video below.  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! Check out our latest video and then comment below: When are you planning to visit Disney World soon? The post DFB Video: We Spent 00s on Disney World Food and This Is What We Learned 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. Does anything say Halloween more than the classic movie Hocus Pocus? We think not! Hocus Pocus Plushes And we love this time of year because we usually get a lot of fun Hocus Pocus merchandise! So far, we’ve seen some fun mugs, Crocs, and even makeup! But now, there are some new Hocus Pocus collectibles on shopDisney that fans will put a spell on you! Meet the Hocus Pocus Collectible Limited Edition Dolls! ©Disney First up, we have Mary Sanderson and her famous vacuum! ©Disney Grab her for $129.99. Click Here To Buy The Mary Sanderson Doll There’s also a Sarah Sanderson Doll holding the Black Flame Candle. ©Disney Run AMUCK with Sarah for $129.99! Click Here To Buy The Sarah Sanderson Doll And, of course, you’ve gotta have the Winnifred Doll! ©Disney The leader of the sisters is also $129.99 and comes with her beloved book! Click Here To Buy The Winnifred Sanderson Doll Collect just one or all three, but whatever you do, you better hurry. These dolls are limited edition and will probably disappear quickly — like magic! Stay tuned to DFB for more spooky Disney merchandise updates. Here’s Another Souvenir ‘Hocus Pocus’ Fans Are in Danger of Buying 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. Will you be grabbing the Hocus Pocus dolls? Let us know in the comments! The post HURRY! Disney's Limited Edition Hocus Pocus Dolls Are Now Available Online! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World’s 50th anniversary kicked off on Friday and there are so many ways to celebrate! Cinderella Castle in its 50th Anniversary decor! We’ve watched new fireworks, tried a ton of new food, seen new merchandise, and so much more! Another way Disney is celebrating is through music. And now, you can listen to the special song created for the 50th anniversary at home! “The Magic Is Calling” is now available to stream! This song was created as an original anthem for the 50th anniversary. Happy 50th, everyone! It was made by platinum-selling songwriter and music producer Alana Da Fonseca, award-winning composer Emily Bear, and singing phenom Journi. The trio got together to make a song that’s “all at once nostalgic, inspirational, and contemporary.” Special 50th celebrations! You can hear the song all around Walt Disney World during the 50th festivities! It plays every night when each theme park icon transforms into a Beacon of Magic, using different arrangements of the song. Tower of Terror as a Beacon of Magic It is also being included in live entertainment moments around Disney World, like during Mickey’s Celebration Cavalcade in Magic Kingdom every day! Mickey’s Celebration Cavalcade And, custom arrangements of the song are being performed by groups like the Dapper Dans in Magic Kingdom and the Voices of Liberty in EPCOT! The Dapper Dans The song is available to stream on major music platforms like Apple Music, Spotify, and YouTube Music. So now, you can celebrate the 50th anniversary from anywhere! Stay tuned to DFB for more coverage on the 50th anniversary. Click here to see more about The Magic is Calling 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 Have you heard Disney World’s 50th anniversary anthem yet? Let us know in the comments! The post Warning: You Can Stream Disney World's 50th Anniversary Anthem, But It WILL Get Stuck in Your Head first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We admit it, sometimes our imagination can get the best of us! Happily Ever After Fireworks Our team knows the ins and outs of the parks like it’s our job (because it is!), so we’re well aware that Disney is dedicated to guest safety and has TONS of precautions in place. But we still have some, well, wild fears that can creep their way into our minds, even though we “know better.” Here are the 15 most irrational Disney World fears of the DFB team! Keep in mind these are just the crazy inner workings of our brains — no need to panic and worry about this stuff too! But if you want to peek in our Disney-filled brains, here’s your chance. Expedition Everest Malfunctioning If you’ve been on Expedition Everest at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, you’re probably familiar with the iconic scene where you find that the tracks have been ripped up by the Yeti. Expedition Everest After hitting the dead-end at the peak of the attraction (with an eye-opening view of Disney World property for those in front, just in case you needed a reminder of how high up you are!), the coaster is sent plunging back into the mountain, before a track-switch sends you down the ride’s big drop. Will You Escape the Yeti?? But one member of our team has worried about running into something scarier than the Yeti at the summit of the mountain. “Expedition Everest malfunctioning at the “broken” track spot and you go sailing off the roller coaster.” We’ve Worried About More Than The Yeti! ©D23 The rides at Disney World are tested exhaustively and have numerous safety features to keep you on track…literally. But hey, we’d be lying if we said the thought hadn’t crossed our minds, no matter how irrational it is! 3 Rides You Didn’t Realize Would Terrify You in Disney World A True Tower of Terror Free-Fall Speaking of attractions that immerse us so well in the storytelling that we’ve actually feared for our safety, let’s talk Tower of Terror! Tower of Terror In this attraction, we learn about the unfortunate hotel visitors who became permanent residents of The Twilight Zone when a lightning strike sent their elevator hurtling to the fifth dimension. What’s going to happen next…? Between the spooky atmosphere and top-tier storytelling — plus the fact that the ride takes us on an elevator plunge of our own — we’ve definitely had an intrusive thought or two about a true free-fall. Tower of Terror Queue Again, there are multiple levels of safety features, checks, and precautions built into the attractions, so deep down we know that we’re safe. Maybe we can chalk this irrational fear up to the Imagineers doing their jobs almost TOO well! We Bet You Didn’t Know ALL These Easter Eggs in Disney World’s Tower of Terror The Dolls on “it’s a small world” Unlike the first two entries on our list, this attraction-related fear doesn’t have anything to do with big drops or high speeds. Nope, for some members of our team, “it’s a small world” can freak them out without even trying! “it’s a small world” When discussing our irrational Disney fears, one DFB team member said, “it’s a small world, in general. Those singing dolls are creepy.” The Stare of the Dolls on “it’s a small world” Can Definitely Be Unsettling! Yeah, if you have a fear of dolls (especially glassy-eyed, singing ones), this ride is pretty much guaranteed nightmare fuel for you! (What are they doing in there once we all leave each night?!) 10 Times Disney World Rides Will Freak. Your. Kid. Out. The Fireworks Starting an Actual Fire For many guests, a day at Disney World isn’t complete without enjoying one of the gorgeous fireworks shows in the parks. EPCOT Forever But given the impressive size and scale of the fireworks, we’ve definitely found ourselves a little worried about the possibility of an actual fire before! Happily Ever After Much like the attractions, Disney has safety procedures in place for the fireworks shows. This including measures to make sure the pyrotechnics don’t start a fire on the ground. For example, the rooftops of the Fantasyland shops have a sprinkler system that’s turned on before the Magic Kingdom fireworks, to prevent any debris from becoming a fire hazard. If you ever notice water pouring off the roofs in the area after a fireworks show, there ya go! PHOTOS & VIDEOS: Check Out the Happily Ever After Fireworks in Magic Kingdom! Getting Stuck in a Tight Queue If you’re uncomfortable with small spaces, this fear might speak to you as well. Some attraction queues like Splash Mountain and Big Thunder Mountain Railroad have some very tight spots that make us feel a bit claustrophobic. There Are Some Tight Spots in the Big Thunder Queue! If you also struggle with tight spaces, you may want to check out walk-through videos of attraction queues before your visit so you can plan accordingly. Some, like the Avatar Flight of Passage queue in Animal Kingdom, seem to snake on and on forever indoors and can make you feel a bit trapped! How do I get outta here?? You can also keep an eye on the attraction wait times in My Disney Experience to try to hit rides when there is little to no wait so you can cut down on your time in (potentially tightly packed) lines! The BEST and WORST Lines to Be Stuck in at Disney World The EPCOT Aquariums Cracking EPCOT is home to one of the largest aquariums in the U.S. and some of our team members are freaked out by all the water (and sea creatures) that glass is holding back! EPCOT Aquarium One member of our team said, “I have an irrational fear that the tanks in the seas will crack and IDK why.” Scuba Mickey! But if you’re unphased by all that water, there are tons of great things to see (or should we say, sea) and do inside The Seas With Nemo and Friends Pavilion. You could even dine right next to that giant aquarium at Coral Reef Restaurant! Check Out Our Full Review of Coral Reef Restaurant! Going Backwards on Spaceship Earth Located in the EPCOT’s park icon, Spaceship Earth isn’t exactly known for reaching top speeds. Spaceship Earth But even though it’s a relatively tame ride, there’s one specific part that gives at least one member of our team the shivers. “I have an irrational fear that when I’m going backwards on Spaceship Earth the track will break and I’ll just go barreling down the track at an uncomfortably sharp angle.” Spaceship Earth Yeah, when you put it that way, we would definitely prefer the slow, chill experience as intended! The 10 Worst Things EVERYONE Does in Disney World! Hitting the Tracks on Space Mountain If you think zipping around on Space Mountain in the dark is scary, it turns out that seeing it with the lights on actually might not ease your mind. Space Mountain The tracks on this indoor coaster are suuuuuper close together, which has made some of our team members worry about hitting the tracks above them mid-ride! Ready to Ride Space Mountain? Obviously, Disney wouldn’t send us out there if they didn’t know that the dimensions were safe. So rest easy knowing you won’t lose a hand if you raise your arms up while soaring through space! But if you’re on the fence on this one, be sure to shut your eyes tight if you ever happen to find yourself inside Space Mountain with the lights on! 10,000 Fans Voted on the Best Disney World Mountain…Do You Agree? The Disney World Road Signs The purple road signs in Disney World are different from the standard highway signs drivers will see around other parts of the country. Purple Road Signs Mean You’re in Disney World! This one isn’t outright scary, BUT one member of our team did point out that it’s a little unsettling. “Something about driving on property and all the highway signs change, it feels like you’re in another country. Almost like you’re under Disney Law.” Welcome to Driving at Disney! In other words, this one might make the “Disney bubble” feel a little too real! Welcome to Disney World, indeed! Everything You Need To Know About Parking In Disney World There Are People Walking Underneath You in Magic Kingdom While some fears on this list are totally unlikely to ever happen, there really ARE Cast Members walking around underneath you in Magic Kingdom. Cinderella Castle Cast Members use the Utilidors — a tunnel system underneath the park — to keep the theming of each land intact. This includes keeping Cast Member costumes within their correct lands, and hiding the less magical logistics from guests, like storage and trash removal! Welcome, foolish mortal Something about knowing there’s activity buzzing right below our feet creeps out some of our team members. “There are people walking directly under you all the time in Magic Kingdom. That’s a weird thing to really picture.” Imagine Cast Members Right Below Your Feet! You wanna picture something almost weirder? You’re walking on TOP of all those Cast Members! They’re probably a bit freaked too! This just goes to show, it takes a TON of work to keep things running in Disney World, and a lot of it isn’t even visible to guests! 10 Things That Only Happen in Disney World When It’s CLOSED Skyliner Nightmares The Disney Skyliner can be a quick and convenient transportation option for guests hopping between EPCOT, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and the surrounding hotels. Skyliner But as awesome as the Skyliner can be for some, not everyone is thrilled to take flight. After all, a fear of heights is a pretty common concern! One member of our team said, “I’m afraid the Skyliner is going to fall into the road.” Disney Skyliner There have been some issues with Skyliner gondolas colliding with each other at the stations, so we totally understand people being a little nervous about hopping aboard! But overall, gondola systems have been proven to be a very safe form of transportation, both at Disney World and elsewhere around the globe. Disney Skyliner gondolas Plus, the Skyliner system in Disney World was built to stand up to the hurricane-force winds that could make their way to the area, so we feel we can confidently put the fear of a collapse into the “irrational fears” column! What to Do if the Skyliner Is CLOSED in Disney World There’s Always Someone Watching Okay, so here’s one for the “technically true” column. There are cameras, Cast Members, and security EVERYWHERE in Disney World. Even on dark rides, there are infrared cameras keeping an eye on guests! Even On Dark Rides, Disney Is Watching! One member of our team said, “They’re ALWAYS watching you. I think most people don’t realize the infrared cameras are EVERYWHERE and see everything.” Yup, There Are Cameras Inside The Haunted Mansion Too! In other words, if you were hoping to find a sneaky spot to break some rules, no such luck! Just like Roz says, “I’m watching you Wazowski, always watching.” CREEPY Stories From the Magic Kingdom Getting Banned From Disney World FYI, it’s definitely possible to get banned from Disney World, in case you needed any extra incentive to follow the rules! Don’t Try to Sneak Backstage in Disney World! But, as huge Disney fans, we sometimes worry about getting banned from the parks…even though we aren’t breaking any rules! “I’m irrationally terrified of getting banned from Disney even though I don’t do anything wrong.” We Can’t Imagine Never Getting to See This View Again! But hey, can you blame us for freaking out about even the thought of never getting to walk down Main Street, U.S.A. again?? 10 Things That Are BANNED From Disney World! Falling Off the “Landmarks” on Soarin’ If you’re afraid of heights, Soarin’ might be one of the scariest rides in Disney World for you! Soarin’ To be fair, you are pretty high up when you’re suspended for the ride. But considering the fact that we aren’t actually gliding over a waterfall, or scaling the Eifel Tower, some of those scenes probably scare us a little more than they should! We’re Not Actually Quite As High Up as it Looks on Soarin’ But still, considering 4-D effects like the breeze on our face and the incredible scents that are pumped in to match the scenes, sometimes it does feel like we’re hundreds of feet in the air and about to plunge over the edge of the real Matterhorn! EVERY Disney World Ride Without a Height Requirement Even though our team is packed with in-depth knowledge about Disney World, we still have some irrational fears about the Most Magical Place on Earth. So don’t feel bad if you’re freaked out by an attraction, or worried about a super unlikely scenario — we’ve all been there! Where Do YOU Side on These IMPOSSIBLE Disney Debates? 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 irrational fears about Disney World do you have? 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Now through Oct. 15, come celebrate “Together We Are Magia” at Walt Disney World Resort, where along with other special offerings to honor Hispanic Latinx heritage, you can enjoy your favorite Latin-inspired dishes on our menus.http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/99c8jP_P-kwView the full article

Happy 50th anniversary, Disney World! We’re so excited about the big celebration that’s happening at the parks! Cinderella Castle in its 50th Anniversary decor! And to quote Mickey Mouse, “Oh, Boy!” It has been a busy past few days. We’ve been checking out the new character cavalcade, the new character EARidescent outfits, the SNACKS (ALWAYS the snacks), and more! And of course, we’re SO excited about the NEW Disney Enchantment Fireworks! Speaking of fireworks, we also got a chance to check out the return of Fireworks Dessert Parties at Magic Kingdom! Tonight, we’re checking out the brand new dessert parties! Disney Enchantment Treats and Seats Disney Enchantment Treats and Seats costs $114 per adult and $69 per child, making it the most expensive of the 3 parties. Note that theme park admission is required but not included in the cost, so you’ll need to have a ticket you can use to get into the park. Welcome to Tomorrowland Terrace! We checked in at Tomorrowland Terrace and received a wristband to note which fireworks dessert party we were apart of. If you are over the age of 21, you’ll be given an extra wristband. Wristbands Although the event is not set to start until 8PM, we were let in about 30 minutes early, so it’s worth checking in early if you have time! Cast Members seat you, so guests do not get to choose where they sit. Seating We were brought to a table out on the Tomorrowland Terrace patio and admired the view! We’ll take this table! No complaints here! After we noshed on some delicious Disney desserts, it was time for Disney Enchantment to begin! Disney Enchantment This is truly a great spot to watch the fireworks, and we’re excited that fireworks dessert parties are back. Disney Enchantment After Party We were also able to visit the Disney Enchantment After Party. This particular dessert party costs $99 per adult (ages 10 and up) and $59 per child (ages 3 to 9) and happens AFTER the big show. Before the fireworks began, we checked into Tomorrowland Terrace Restaurant at 8PM, but were also let in early. We’re ready for the party! As the showtime neared, Cast Members escorted us to the Plaza Garden viewing area. Note that this is standing room only. The view for After Party guests There was still plenty of room in the standing area! Plenty of room Then we watched the fireworks! We’re not crying (yes, yes, we are). Gorgeous Even though we didn’t have a seat, the view was incredible! Such a great view! After the fireworks, Cast Members escorted us back to Tomorrowland Terrace, where we feasted on a host of beautiful and delicious treats, including some themed around the 50th anniversary. We’re ready to eat! These are the exact same treats that we tried at the Treats and Seats party — the biggest difference between these parties is that one guarantees a seat and the other is standing only. Same eats The third party called Disney Enchantment Pre-Party is essentially the same as the After Party, but you eat the desserts BEFORE Disney Enchantment starts. The price and standing areas are the same, it just depends on when you want to eat your dessert: before or after the fireworks show! Dessert Parties If you want to know more, we will have a full review of the new fireworks dessert parties soon. We’ll be covering EVERY detail of Disney World’s 50th anniversary celebrations, so stay tuned for more! Check out our review of the new fireworks dining party at Disney’s Contemporary Resort! 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 Have you ever booked a Disney World Fireworks Dessert Party? What did you think about it? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTOS & VIDEOS: First Look at Magic Kingdom's NEW Fireworks Dessert Parties! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

City Works Eatery & Pour House is a sports bar and restaurant over in Disney Springs that serves up classic American eats and an extensive selection of craft beers! ©City Works Recently, this restaurant announced that it would be collaborating with a brewery in support of a good cause! October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, which is why City Works and brewery Goose Island are working together to raise money for the Lynn Sage Foundation, which works to get better breast cancer outcomes through innovative research. ©City Works, Goose Island For every one of Goose Island’s Bottlenectar Beer and Virtue Brut Cider sold at City Works from October 1st to 31st, City Works and Goose Island will each donate $1 to breast cancer research! ©City Works, Goose Island Head over to City Works to help a good cause. We’ll continue to update you on the latest Disney news. Click Here to See the New 50th Anniversary Disney World Park Maps! 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. Have you been to City Works recently in Disney Springs? Let us know in the comments. The post A Disney Springs Restaurant is Serving Beer For A Good Cause This Month first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’re eating our way around Disney World this week as a whopping 150 new food and drink items arrive just in time for the official start of the 50th Anniversary Celebration! The Plaza Restaurant One of the restaurants that got a LOT of love and attention from Disney World when it comes to special 50th Anniversary treats is The Plaza Restaurant in Magic Kingdom. After all, what we know today as The Plaza Restaurant was an opening day dining spot at Disney World back in 1971, so it totally should get its own special recognition! The Plaza Restaurant is a quaint dining spot on the corner of Main Street, U.S.A. in Magic Kingdom that features both indoor and outdoor seating. The Plaza Restaurant has four new additions to its menu in celebration of Disney World’s 50th Anniversary, and three of those items are desserts! The items have little nods to Walt Disney himself. We tried the entree and one epic dessert, and we need to talk about them NOW. Plaza Restaurant For the main course, we’re channeling our inner Disneyland fan and snacking on the Monte Cristo Sandwich with Deep-fried Funnel Cake Batter, Bacon, Roasted Turkey, and Provolone sprinkled with EARidescent and Powdered Sugar served with a side of Strawberry Jam. Like we mentioned above, we’re working our way across Disney World trying all of the new food and drink items for the 50th Anniversary Celebration! Be sure to read up on our reviews to see which items you should prioritize and which ones you may be able to skip on your next vacation! Click here to read more reviews of the new food and drink items arriving at Disney World for the 50th Anniversary Celebration! 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 Are you going to visit Disney World during its 50th Anniversary Celebration? Let us know in the comments! The post REVIEW: We are NOT OK! We Need to Talk About Disney World’s New GIANT Ice Cream Sundae NOW. first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article