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The 2021 EPCOT Food & Wine Festival has been going on for quite some time, but a number of booths just opened recently! The Brazil booth has opened! While many of the booths opened back when the Festival began in July, and more followed in August, some booths just opened on October 1st, the day that marks the start of the 50th Anniversary celebrations in Disney World. One of the booths that just opened recently is the Brazil booth, and it’s FULL of returning items and some big fan favorites! As you’re strolling through World Showcase, you’ll find the Brazil booth between France and Morocco. Check out our FREE DFB exclusive printable map to see where all of the booths are located. Let’s take a look at what food and drinks you’ll find there! Menu The menu at the Brazil booth is full of items we’ve seen served here before including those fan-favorite Brazilian cheese bread and one of our favorite dishes from prior festivals, the Moqueca Brazilian Seafood Stew! Brazil Menu There is, however, a brand new drink from Doral, Florida that has made its way onto the menu. Food Alright, let’s dive into the food. Brazil Spread At the Brazil booth, you’ll find 3 returning items. First up is the Moqueca, which is a Brazilian Seafood Stew featuring Scallops, Shrimp, and White Fish with Coconut-Lime Sauce and Steamed Rice. This dish didn’t make an appearance at the 2020 Festival, but it made our best of the fest list back in 2019 and 2018 and is a big favorite of ours! So is it as good as we remember? Moqueca First, this stew has a LOT going on. It has a sweetness to it from the coconut flavors, but ours had an odd amount of citrus flavor to contrast that — this combo didn’t work for us. We also didn’t taste much of the seafood this time. For the price, we would expect more than the tiny pieces of seafood we got. The rice, though, was cooked perfectly and was nice and light. Seafood Stew! This dish is gluten and wheat friendly, so if you’ve got a special diet that can be helpful. You can grab it at the Brazil booth right now for $5.75. Next, we’ve got the returning Crispy Pork Belly with Black Beans, Tomato, and Onions. However, ours wasn’t that crispy, although it was tender. The beans were a bit bland but the lime and spices in the salsa gave it a lift. If you want a taste of authentic Brazilian food, though, we’re not sure this is it. Crispy Pork Belly with Black Beans Finally, we’ve got the fan-favorite and returning Pão de Queijo. This is the famous Brazilian Cheese Bread — and really, what’s not to love? It’s a great staple that we’ve had many times before with a soft and chewy inside and a strong cheese flavor. If you want a good basic snack, this is it! CHEESE BREAD! This dish might be simple — essentially made of soft cheesy bread stuffed with more cheese, but simple isn’t a bad thing here. This bread is tasty and a favorite for many cheese lovers out there! It’s also gluten/wheat friendly. You can get this bread for $4.75. Drinks Finally, we arrive at the drinks. This year the Frozen Caipirinha featuring LeBlon Cachaça is back. This is one of our favorite Food & Wine Festival cocktails. LeBlon Frozen Caipirinha | Photo from 2011 If you’re looking for a nice, cool, refreshing drink you can check out this frozen concoction! New to the booth this year, however, is the M.I.A. Beer Company Limāo Lager from Doral, FL. Previously, we were treated to a Barbossa Black Beer from M.I.A. Beer Company at this booth, but it looks like things have changed. This lager is $5 for 6 oz. and $9 for 12 oz. Cheers! This is very hoppy for a lager, with a lot of bitterness (and if that’s your thing, you’ll love it). We were surprised at how heavy this tasted, especially considering the light color. Overall And that’s our look at the Brazil booth! If you’re a big fan of some of these returning favorites, then we have a feeling you’ll be thrilled to see they’re back on the menu this year. We’re making our way through all of the booths that have just recently arrived at the Festival, so be sure to check back with us for more reviews, photos, and details! Click here to see our reviews of ALL the 2021 EPCOT Food & Wine Festival booths! Ready to Plan for Your 2021 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Trip? Order the DFB Guide to the 2021 Epcot Food & Wine Festival e-Book today! This 250+-page guide to the Festival offers insider tips and advice as well as all of the details you need to know to plan your best Festival visit ever. Your purchase includes several bonus items as well -- including a full daily schedule of events at the Festival and a printable World Showcase Booth Menu Checklist to carry with you as you Eat around the World! Order your 2021 edition today! Don't miss a moment of the fun! Use code Chefs at check-out for 20% off the cover price! 2021 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Index 2021 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Booth and Menu Index 2021 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Special Events 2021 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Low-Cost Seminars and Demonstrations 2021 Eat to the Beat Concert Schedule Epcot Food and Wine Festival Fans Facebook Page 2021 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Wine and Dine Half Marathon Swan and Dolphin Food and Wine Classic Food and Wine Festival 101 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Vegetarian Items Epcot Food and Wine Festival Gluten Free Items Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Will you be visiting the EPCOT Food & Wine Festival this year? Tell us in the comments! The post REVIEW: Come For the Crispy Pork Belly, But Stay For The Cheesy Bread at This EPCOT Food and Wine Festival Booth first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

October 1st is HERE which means it’s Disney World’s 50th anniversary! Let’s Celebrate! There are SO many things to look forward to today including new shows, fireworks, entertainment, special experiences, and most importantly: FOOD! Although Disney World is releasing over 150(!!!) treats for the 50th anniversary, sometimes nothing beats a classic Disney snack like a Mickey pretzel or a Mickey’s Premium ice cream bar. Well, Disney decided to give a classic snack a 50th Anniversary makeover, but is it better than the OG? When you visit Disney’s Animal Kingdom, you’ll want to visit Drinkwallah to find this new 50th Anniversary treat. Located in the Asia section of Animal Kingdom, this is where you’ll find the NEW Hand-Dipped 50th Celebration Mickey’s Premium Bar! Hand-Dipped Mickey Bar This treat is made of a classic Mickey’s Premium Ice Cream Bar that is hand-dipped in a blue raspberry-flavored coating with celebration sprinkles and pixie dust! You can get it at Drinkwallah for $6.69. Dipping Station We thought this treat was really unique and fun, as it puts a unique spin on the classic treat! Initially, the blue raspberry flavor felt a little bit strange with the chocolate, but after a few bites we felt like it actually worked together pretty well! And we can’t deny that it’s an awesome snack to grab for your 50th Anniversary photos! Mickey Bar We ended up enjoying the blue raspberry flavor mixed with the chocolate, but the mix might not be for everyone. Some might find it to be a weird combo. But, the blue raspberry flavor wasn’t overwhelming, which is why we felt like it worked. The chocolate was definitely the dominant flavor out of the two, but you could still taste some of the blue raspberry there. If you aren’t a fan of blue raspberry or don’t like the idea of even a subtle blue raspberry flavor mixed with chocolate, you might want to avoid this treat. It’s so pretty! If you love Mickey bars, like blue raspberry flavors, and want to add a little 50th flair to your treat, this is a great option! But if you’re a purist when it comes to Disney treats (or you just hate blue raspberry), the new additions might not be your favorite. We’ll continue to keep you updated on the latest at Disney World’s 50th anniversary, so keep following our live updates! Click here to read ALL of our 50th anniversary Disney World treat reviews! Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary Details and Info Click HERE for Your Guide to Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Celebration See Everything That Has Been Announced For Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Check Out Everything Happening in Disney World on October 1st, 2021 Click Here to See The 50 Best Ways to Celebrate Disney World’s 50th Anniversary What Does Hotel Availability and Pricing Look Like for Disney World’s 50th Anniversary? Here Are the 5 News Bombs You May Have Missed Related to the 50th Anniversary Celebrations! Check Out 10 Things You Need to Bring If You’re Going to Disney World for the 50th Anniversary See How Each of Disney World’s Park Icons Will Transform During the 50th Anniversary Celebrations! Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe Would you try this special Mickey bar or stick to the original? Let us know in the comments! The post REVIEW: The 50th Anniversary Mickey Bar Is Definitely WEIRDER Than the Original first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s a rather busy day at Disney World! Do you think there’s some sort of celebration happening? Cinderella Castle Of course, today is the day we’ve been waiting for — it’s the 50th Anniversary! We’ve been all over Disney World this week checking out all of the 50th Anniversary offerings around the parks and resort and eating as many EARidescent treats as humanly possible. And now we’re trying one of the drinks that we’ve been most excited about! Say hello to the EARidescent Sip-A-Bration! It’s a non-alcoholic Minute Maid Premium Lemonade and Strawberry Fruit Punch served in a plastic souvenir cup for $10. That’s a bit of a steep price tag for lemonade, but let’s see if it’s worth it for the souvenir cup. EARidescent Sip-a-bration (Left) and Sherbet Punch You can find it at lounges and table service restaurants all around Disney World; we got ours at breakfast over at Steakhouse 71 at Disney’s Contemporary Resort. So what’s special about this drink? Well, it comes with a fun surprise! EARidescent Sip-a-bration With each beverage that you purchase, you get a Disney character to go along with it. Characters include Mickey, Minnie, Pluto, and Donald! What a cute little garnish! Okay, we’ll admit that it may be a bit shocking to see us dunk Mickey Mouse into our lemonade. But was it tasty? Well, we found this drink to be a really fun menu addition! We didn’t get much of the Strawberry Fruit Punch flavor once the character was stirred in; we really just tasted lemonade! Still, this is an awesome drink that kids and adults would enjoy, and the characters add a bit of shimmer and sweetness overall. All four characters! At $10, however, this lemonade is rivaling the price of many alcoholic beverages in Disney World. While it may be on the high end of the price scale, it’s a fun way to add a little celebration (ahem, Sip-a-Bration) to your beverage! And you get to keep the cup, which makes the $10 not seem so steep! That’s all for now, but stay tuned because we’ll be trying more treats all around Disney World! We’ve got you covered with all the new offerings! Click Here to See All of Our 50th Anniversary Snack Reviews! 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 What’s your favorite drink in Disney World? Let us know in the comments! The post VIDEO: We Paid to Watch Mickey Mouse Vanish in Our Drink at Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If you’ve been following along with us today, you know that Disney World’s 50th anniversary is officially underway and there’s a WHOLE LOT of food to try as part of the festivities! It’s the BIG day! There are actually OVER 150 new treats coming to Disney World to celebrate the big anniversary, including a twist on a classic Mickey ice cream bar, a sundae with a WHOLE Mickey pretzel on top, and Haunted Mansion-themed treats. Today we made our way to try one new snack that features a twist on one of the most iconic Disney snacks ever: the Dole Whip! For this Dole Whip concoction, you’ll want to head to Tamu Tamu Refreshments in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. That’s where you’ll find the Lion’s Lair! Welcome to the Lion’s Lair This snack features Dole Whip Pineapple topped with a sour-apple flavored syrup and Parrot Bay Coconut Rum (yep, there’s booze in this one!) and it is priced at $10. At least in our opinion, $10 is actually a pretty decent price for a boozy drink at Disney World. And it looks like a LOT of fun. BUT…how does it taste? Lion’s Lair Well, this drink put a permanent pucker on our face (okay, it wasn’t permanent, but you get the idea) because it was SUPER SOUR! Essentially, it tasted like we were drinking a sour apple Jolly Rancher. That sour apple flavor really overpowers the whole thing. If you like super tart treats, especially sour apple Jolly Ranchers, this might be JUST the drink you’ve been looking for. The drink was very sour and very sugary — we might as well have been drinking candy — and well, that may not be a bad thing if you love sour candy! If you like that flavor profile and you’re looking for a boozy Dole Whip to sip on while you enjoy the new KiteTails show or hunt for golden statues, this might be a great option. SOUR We did LOVE the Dole Whip and rum in it, and the bright colors made this treat look particularly fun (always a good thing if you’re looking for something to place on your Instagram feed). But, it was just too sour for our taste. If you dislike sour apple and super sweet drinks (seriously, we felt like we could get a cavity with just 1 sip!), you’ll probably want to grab a different Dole Whip treat while in the parks. We’re making our way through all kinds of 50th Anniversary treats, so stay tuned for more reviews! Check out ALL of our 50th anniversary treat reviews so far! Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary Details and Info Click HERE for Your Guide to Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Celebration See Everything That Has Been Announced For Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Check Out Everything Happening in Disney World on October 1st, 2021 Click Here to See The 50 Best Ways to Celebrate Disney World’s 50th Anniversary What Does Hotel Availability and Pricing Look Like for Disney World’s 50th Anniversary? Here Are the 5 News Bombs You May Have Missed Related to the 50th Anniversary Celebrations! Check Out 10 Things You Need to Bring If You’re Going to Disney World for the 50th Anniversary See How Each of Disney World’s Park Icons Will Transform During the 50th Anniversary Celebrations! Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe Would you try this new Dole Whip creation in Disney World? Let us know in the comments! The post Review: WOWZA. Disney World’s Latest Boozy Dole Whip is SUPER SOUR! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’ve already been to most of the 2021 EPCOT Food and Wine Festival booths, but a few of them didn’t open until today. EPCOT Food and Wine Festival Although several of the booths were going to open on October 1st, a whole bunch of them opened early! But there were still a couple that we had to wait for, including an old favorite: the Belgium booth! We can’t wait to try all the food here! Belgium Booth Menu The Belgium Booth is serving up one savory dish — Beer-Braised Beef — along with two options for waffles — because WAFFLES. Belgium Menu There are also several options for beverages, such as Chilled Coffee (with Godiva Chocolate Liqueur) for $11, St. Bernardus Witbier, Belgian Abbey Ale, Delirium Red Fruit Beer, Chimay Dorée Gold, and a Beer Flight. The drinks are all $5 for a 6oz or $9 for 12oz, or you can get the flight for $9.75. Check Out All The Menus For This Year’s Festival! Eats Let’s get to eating! Now it’s important to note that most of the food at the Belgium booth are returning items, including the Beer-braised Beef served with Smoked Gouda Mashed Potatoes for $5.75. Beer-braised Beef served with Smoked Gouda Mashed Potatoes We thought this dish was really tasty — the potatoes were delicious and they tasted real (not like gross fake mashed potatoes, you know?). The flavors were punchy and strong, and it was very salty. If you don’t like a lot of salt in your food, this might be a skip for you, but we love salt so we were happy! We will say that the meat felt WAY over done, and we had to chew it forever to eat it. But the flavors — especially in the gravy and potatoes — were delicious! We also revisited the Belgian Waffle with Warm Chocolate Ganache for $4.50. In the past, we found the consistency of the chocolate ganache to vary — sometimes it was more like a thin syrup. Belgian Waffle with Warm Chocolate Ganache and Whipped Cream This year, the chocolate ganache tasted like normal chocolate syrup to us, and the whipped cream was pretty basic and super sweet. We think this is a great idea for little kids or picky eaters, since it’s just a cream and chocolate covered waffle, but it’s not worth the money for adults who want a unique snack. Chocolate Ganache Waffle The Belgian Waffle with Berry Compote and Whipped Cream for $4.50 is usually a hit with us. We love how the tartness of the berry compote pairs with the waffle’s sweetness. Belgian Waffle with Berry Compote and Whipped Cream However, this time we felt like the waffle was just smothered way too much jam. The berry compote is probably a fancy sauce that pastry chefs would know about, but it just tasted like normal jam to us (and we’re pretty sure it will for anyone who’s not like a chef). In general, it’s also good for picky eaters but probably not worth your money if you want a fun, unique treat. If You Don’t Want to Spend Money on the Berry Waffle, Make It at Home Instead! ALL the food Drinks Many of the drinks here are returning, including the St. Bernardus Witbier, Delirium Red Fruit Beer, Chilled Coffee featuring Godiva Chocolate Liqueur, and the Beer Flight. We’re trying out the flight, which includes tastes of the St. Bernardus Witbier, Belgian Abbey Ale, and Delirium Red Fruit Beer. Beer Flight Our favorite of the beer flight was the Delirium Red Fruit Beer, which we thought was really tasty with a fruity flavor. The Cast Member told us it was the best as well, so if you won’t take our word for it, listen to her! Get Our FREE DFB Printable For ALL the 2021 EPCOT Food and Wine Festival Booths! Overall In general, this booth was a little bit disappointing. We’ve enjoyed the same dishes more in the past, but they fell a little flat for us this year. The waffles are a good option for kids, but we don’t recommend spending money on them since there are so many other delicious snacks and treats around this festival. So unless you’re dying for a waffle in EPCOT, check out some of the other booths around! Here Are The 8 NEW Food Booths Confirmed for the 2021 EPCOT Food and Wine Festival Ready to Plan for Your 2021 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Trip? Order the DFB Guide to the 2021 Epcot Food & Wine Festival e-Book today! This 250+-page guide to the Festival offers insider tips and advice as well as all of the details you need to know to plan your best Festival visit ever. Your purchase includes several bonus items as well -- including a full daily schedule of events at the Festival and a printable World Showcase Booth Menu Checklist to carry with you as you Eat around the World! Order your 2021 edition today! Don't miss a moment of the fun! Use code Chefs at check-out for 20% off the cover price! 2021 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Index 2021 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Booth and Menu Index 2021 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Special Events 2021 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Low-Cost Seminars and Demonstrations 2021 Eat to the Beat Concert Schedule Epcot Food and Wine Festival Fans Facebook Page 2021 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Wine and Dine Half Marathon Swan and Dolphin Food and Wine Classic Food and Wine Festival 101 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Vegetarian Items Epcot Food and Wine Festival Gluten Free Items Are you headed to the EPCOT Food and Wine Festival? Let us know in the comments! The post FULL FOOD REVIEW: Waffles Are Back at the 2021 EPCOT Food and Wine Festival! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s the big day! Today, we’re celebrating Disney World’s 50th Anniversary and Disney has a TON of stuff planned for the occasion. The 50th is here! We’re checking out new food, merchandise, shows, and MORE! Something else happening today is the brand new 50th anniversary cavalcade in Magic Kingdom, so let’s go see Mickey and the gang celebrate! Mickey’s Celebration Cavalcade begins in Frontierland, then continues through Liberty Square, goes around the Hub in front of Cinderella Castle, and down Main Street, U.S.A. First up, we saw the performers coming down the street in Frontierland! New outfits! We are LOVING their new outfits and props — they’re so vibrant and fun! Everything is colorful! The cavalcade features Mickey, Minnie, Goofy, Donald, Daisy, Pluto, and Chip ‘n’ Dale in their new EARidescent outfits. The first character we saw was Pluto, looking great for the special day! The goodest boy Then, out in front of Cinderella Castle, we got better views of Minnie Mouse… This dress is everything! …Donald Duck… Donald looking dapper! …Daisy Duck… So stylish! …and Goofy! Oh gawrsh — look at the Goof! We also saw Chip ‘n’ Dale looking as cute as ever! Matching vests for the chipmunks! And finally, we saw the Big Cheese himself — Mickey Mouse! We love you, Mickey! The characters were all having such a great time celebrating the 50th — and looking good doing it in their new outfits! Goofy is having a party And a little more appreciation for the outfits of the performers… Living for these colors! …because they’re just SO GOOD! Can’t wait to watch this for the next 18 months! Make sure to catch the cavalcade the next time you’re in Magic Kingdom! We’re keeping up with EVERYTHING at the 50th anniversary and all the latest Disney news, so stay tuned for more. Follow along LIVE with us from the 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 What do you think about this new Cavalcade? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTOS: See the NEW 50th Anniversary Cavalcade in Magic Kingdom! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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With Disney World’s 50th Anniversary celebrations taking over the Most Magical Place on Earth, it’s easy to forget that Halloween is just around the corner! Contempo Cafe But, today is October 1st, meaning Halloween is just a few weeks away and Disney World is not letting us forget it! We’ve already had lots of Halloween treats. But, today we went to check out a special NEW Halloween treat at Disney’s Contemporary Resort! Over at Disney’s Contemporary Resort, we found a colorful new Halloween Mini Cake at Contempo Cafe. Halloween Mini Cake This treat is made of a Halloween sprinkle cake that is meant to be filled with candy bar custard and topped with dark chocolate glaze. We’ll start by saying this cake is absolutely gorgeous. There’s no denying that. The orange color is wonderfully bright and the decorations on top are absolutely adorable. The pumpkin in the center is made out of fondant, while the remaining decorations (save for the chocolate swirls and sprinkles) are made of buttercream. It’s definitely a cake that’s worthy of a few photos on your Instagram feed (or just in your phone because it’s CUTE)! In fact, we think this is probably the 1 (or at least the main) reason why you might want to grab this cake. Halloween Mini Cake But, in terms of taste, it was not that impressive. The cake is basically a take on some of the standard celebration cakes that have been available at Contempo Cafe in the past. The cake itself was a funfetti cake and the buttercream was pretty thin. Overall, it was (unfortunately) kind-of boring flavor-wise. We think it’s a good choice for kiddos who are looking for a simple cake without any really big flavors. And it’s undeniably an adorable addition for your Instagram feed. But, in terms of actual flavor, we just didn’t find much there to really blow us away. Halloween Mini Cake The cake was described as having a candy bar custard that we were really excited about, but unfortunately what we got was just a small shot of what tasted (to us) like a vanilla custard. We really didn’t get any candy bar flavors in there. Who knows? You might get a cake that features more of the custard and perhaps a version of it that has more of that candy bar taste, but the version we got today didn’t really have that. Halloween Cake If you’re looking for a basic treat that doesn’t have too much in terms of unique flavors but is beautiful and worthy of some Instagram photos, then this could be a good choice. If you’re looking for a more flavorful dessert though, we’d suggest you opt for the German Chocolate Cupcake here instead! If you want to grab the Halloween cake, you can snag it right now at Contempo Cafe for $5.99. We’re on the lookout for more Halloween news all over Disney World, so be sure to check back with us for more details! Click here to see photos & reviews of all of the fall and Halloween treats in Disney World! 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 Would you grab this cake? Tell us in the comments! The post The 1 Reason You Might Want to Grab Disney World's Latest Halloween Treat first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Our favorite rat officially has his own attraction open in EPCOT! Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure! For QUITE some time, we’ve been watching ALL the progress going on near Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure in EPCOT’s France pavilion. We’ve seen the sign for the attraction beautifully lit up at night, we’ve watched all the sneak peeks, and we’ve kept tabs on all the cool details. But, the day has finally arrived. Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure is now OPEN in EPCOT! We woke up bright and early this morning and made our way over to the France pavilion in EPCOT to check out Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure on its grand opening day! We’ve already been inside this ride as part of a special media event earlier, but now it’s officially open to all guests in the park. Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure Awaits! We weren’t alone at the ride’s opening — there was quite a crowd that wanted to catch a glimpse of the little chef. Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure is using a virtual queue system, so you’ll have to be quick to grab a reservation when it opens at 7AM on the day of your visit. Another queue opens at 1PM, so you can try again if you miss it the first time! Crowds for Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure When we got here, the virtual queue was already full for the morning, and the queue (of guests who got a boarding pass) was running smoothly. Queue If you’re not familiar with the ride, it’s a replica of the same ride out at Disneyland Paris. In the attraction, riders are shrunk to rat-size and embark on a journey across Chef Gusteau’s restaurant kitchen in Paris. You’ll experience all the sights, smells, and sounds of the kitchen as you’re chased through it! Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure This attraction was designed specifically to match the environment of EPCOT’s France Pavilion. Instead of recreating an authentic Paris, the attraction and surrounding areas take guests to “Ratatouille’s Paris.” Inside the queue If you’re looking for this attraction, you’ll find it in a whole new area that’s been constructed in the France pavilion. You’ll find an entryway to the space on the side of the pavilion, under the Ratatouille archway. The area includes the attraction, a new crêpe spot (La Crêperie de Paris), and more! France Pavilion expansion If you’re looking for some new Ratatouille merchandise, there wasn’t any in the France Pavilion when we went. Instead, you can find lots of merchandise at World Showplace, which is a space tucked between the Canada and UK pavilions in the World Showcase. World Showplace So, if you’re headed to Disney World soon, there’s some exciting, new fun to be had over at the France pavilion at Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure! More new attractions are also headed to EPCOT with the Guardians of the Galaxy coaster and other experiences as part of the EPCOT Transformation. We’ll keep bringing you all the latest news as we see more information about all the ongoing projects at EPCOT. Can’t Make it Into EPCOT Right Now? Go INSIDE the New Ride With Us Here! 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 excited to check out this new attraction? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTOS: Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure Is Now OPEN in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World’s 50th anniversary celebrations have officially begun! Magic Kingdom We’ve already grabbed some new treats, checked out the refillable resort mugs, and grabbed a FREE souvenir. But, there’s still a whole lot more to do. If you’re visiting Disney World right now, just as the 50th Anniversary celebrations start, you might be concerned about long lines for Disney World’s rides, especially given the pretty substantial crowds we’ve seen in the parks. But, the longest lines you’ll face today might not be for the rides at all! As part of the 50th Anniversary, Disney has released some pretty spectacular merchandise. We’ve seen over 100 NEW items released, including some awesome vintage-looking pieces. 50th Merchandise If one of your main 50th Anniversary goals is to snag some of this cool new merchandise, you’re not alone. Early this morning, the lines were LONG for some of the shops in Magic Kingdom. Like, really, really long! You can see how they stretch all the way along one side of Main Street, U.S.A., back toward the Main Street Confectionery. Look at Those Lines! Today, a Virtual Queue was also established for the 50th Anniversary collection at Big Top Souvenirs. This filled up extremely quickly. We saw a sign indicating it was full at around 7AM ET. Let’s just say, if you’re planning on visiting Magic Kingdom today, you won’t be alone! LOTS of people here! At one point, the line for the Emporium wrapped around Main Street, U.S.A. and essentially went down more than half of the area. When we spoke to a Cast Member at one point, they shared that they were waiting for guests in the physical line to be let into the Emporium before starting a virtual queue for the space. If you’re visiting the parks soon, be sure to look for signs indicating what spots have established virtual queues! The line for the Confectionery was also quite extensive. The Line Don’t forget there are some 50th Anniversary candies and sweets you can grab in there! 50th Anniversary Display The line for the Main Street Cinema, where you’ll find Disney’s Vault Collection, went down part of Main Street, U.S.A. and filled Center Street! Time to Wait! Looking to grab pins in Magic Kingdom? One line stretched all the way by the Magic Carpets of Aladdin in Adventureland. Lots of Lines At EPCOT, the lines were pretty significant as well, with a large number of guests waiting to get into the brand new Creations Shop. The Line for the Creations Shop Seems like everyone is trying to get their hands on those new 50th Anniversary items! Everyone’s trying to get that exclusive 50th merch! There were also lines at World Showplace, where some merchandise celebrating Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure was available. But, it’s not just the traditional merchandise spots where you’ll find long lines. We also found some EXTREMELY long queues already set up in the early morning hours for some of those amazing 50th anniversary popcorn buckets we got a peek at recently. Line to get Castle Popcorn It’s hard to capture just how long this line was, but suffice it to say, you’ll want to be prepared to wait for a while to grab one of those cute new buckets. The Line for Popcorn! We found some lines at the gift shops at some of Disney World’s Resort Hotels too, though they were significantly smaller than what we spotted in the parks. Here’s a peek at the lines for one of the gift shops at Disney’s Contemporary Resort. Lines Everywhere! If you’re hoping to grab some 50th anniversary merchandise or popcorn buckets, be prepared to wait in some fairly long lines. If you’re looking to grab these without too much of a wait, you might want to check the stores at Disney World’s resort hotels, as those tend to be less crowded than the stores in the parks themselves. And don’t forget you can grab some 50th merchandise online as well! Fanny Pack! We’ll keep an eye out for more details all about Disney World’s 50th Anniversary and we’ll let you know what we find. Stay tuned for more updates! Click here to see what 50th anniversary merchandise you can get online right now! Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary Details and Info Click HERE for Your Guide to Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Celebration See Everything That Has Been Announced For Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Check Out Everything Happening in Disney World on October 1st, 2021 Click Here to See The 50 Best Ways to Celebrate Disney World’s 50th Anniversary What Does Hotel Availability and Pricing Look Like for Disney World’s 50th Anniversary? Here Are the 5 News Bombs You May Have Missed Related to the 50th Anniversary Celebrations! Check Out 10 Things You Need to Bring If You’re Going to Disney World for the 50th Anniversary See How Each of Disney World’s Park Icons Will Transform During the 50th Anniversary Celebrations! Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe Are you planning to visit Disney World soon? Tell us in the comments! The post The Longest Lines You'll Wait in Today Won't Be for Disney World's Rides first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

There’s certainly a LOT of Disney news today! ©Disney We’re super focused on Disney World’s 50th Anniversary, but we’ve got some news for the future as well! There are some amazing new attractions coming to Disney World (in fact, Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure officially opened TODAY), and now we’ve got a sneak peek INSIDE one! Good Morning America featured a segment on Disney’s 50th Anniversary this morning. It talked about many of the fun celebrations and went into some plans for the future. Ginger Vee from Good Morning America Ginger Vee from the show as well as Disney CEO Bob Chapek appeared live from Magic Kingdom, but part of the show took us inside the upcoming Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind rollercoaster attraction in EPCOT. Bob Chapek Disney just announced that we can expect the debut of the Guardians ride in 2022 AND we got to step inside to see the progress on the attraction too (but we couldn’t take pictures to show you)! ©Disney Let’s take a look at the clips from Good Morning America this morning! ©Good Morning America Like we saw earlier this week, the ride building is HUGE and the track twists and turns throughout. ©Good Morning America And at one point, the track passes through an opening that has a space pattern in hexagons. Oooh! We can’t wait to see what the adventure of this ride entails! ©Good Morning America We’ll keep you updated on all things Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, so keep an eye on DFB for all of the latest news! Want to learn more about the new ride? Click here! 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! Are you excited about this ride? Tell us in the comments! The post PHOTOS: Go INSIDE the Guardians of the Galaxy Ride in EPCOT first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s Disney World’s 50th anniversary and there are a LOT of new things making their debut around the parks and hotels today! Disney’s Magic Kingdom We’re at Disney World getting a first look at alllll of the new things so we can tell you all about them. New fireworks, shows, rides, and more — it’s a very exciting day, you guys!! Something that may get overlooked with all this excitement (but shouldn’t!) is the debut of some brand new restaurants, and we’re here to tell you all about the newest restaurant at a classic Disney hotel! Steakhouse 71 is now open at Disney’s Contemporary Resort! The new restaurant took over where The Wave was just a short time ago. Steakhouse 71 Dedication on October 1, 2021 The restaurant had a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the grand opening today! Steakhouse 71 Dedication on October 1, 2021 The 71 is a nod to the year Walt Disney World opened, which is also why the restaurant is opening today, on the 50th anniversary! Our Table for Breakfast This spot offers casual dining for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. There is also a lounge that’s a part of Steakhouse 71 that offers a few bites to eat and cocktails! Steakhouse 71 Lounge The decor inside is inspired by design elements from the ’70s with hints of Florida heritage. The color palette is navy blue and gold, with various wooden elements — and we are loving this new look! Steakhouse 71 Dining Room There are also a few Disney World details! Artwork For breakfast, you can try things like the Floridian Eggs Benedict, the Steakhouse 71 Feast, and Seasonal Pancakes! Today we ordered the Fresh-baked Breakfast Pastries for $10. We were served a croissant, cheese danish, cinnamon roll, chocolate muffin, and lemonade muffin. Breakfast Pastries We had to try the EARidescent Sip-a-bration for $10 and the Sherbet Punch for $7. The Sherbet Punch is made with Orange Sherbet, Sprite, and House-made Grenadine. EARidescent Sip-a-bration and Sherbet Punch The EARidescent Sip-a-bration is made with Lemonade and Fruity Strawberry Punch, served in a souvenir 50th Celebration Cup. The little Mickey drops in the drink to change the color! It’s red! We also tried Walt’s Prime Rib Hash for $17, which is made with Seared Prime Rib, Fried Potatoes, Caramelized Onions & Peppers topped with a Fried Egg. Walt’s Prime Rib Hash And the Steakhouse 71 Seasonal Pancakes are $14, which includes a seasonal flavor of pancakes served with a choice of Bacon, Pork Sausage, or Chicken Sausage. This season’s flavor is PUMPKIN. Seasonal Pancakes We couldn’t NOT order the Steakhouse 71 Feast, which was indeed a feast. It came with Eggs Benedict, Scrambled Eggs, Bacon, Sausage, a Mickey-shaped Waffle, Bacon-Cheddar Grits, Breakfast Potatoes, and Fresh Fruit for $20. Steakhouse 71 Feast We are stuffed, and make sure you stay tuned for our full review of breakfast and dinner at Steakhouse 71. And yesterday we shared our FULL lunch review. Stack Burger We really enjoyed lunch and cannot wait to head back for dinner this evening. Read our FULL Steakhouse 71 LUNCH REVIEW HERE! And also follow along with us as we check out all of the new things for today’s celebration! Click here to check out our first look at dinner Steakhouse 71! Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary Details and Info Click HERE for Your Guide to Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Celebration See Everything That Has Been Announced For Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Check Out Everything Happening in Disney World on October 1st, 2021 Click Here to See The 50 Best Ways to Celebrate Disney World’s 50th Anniversary What Does Hotel Availability and Pricing Look Like for Disney World’s 50th Anniversary? Here Are the 5 News Bombs You May Have Missed Related to the 50th Anniversary Celebrations! Check Out 10 Things You Need to Bring If You’re Going to Disney World for the 50th Anniversary See How Each of Disney World’s Park Icons Will Transform During the 50th Anniversary Celebrations! Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe Will you be making a reservation at Steakhouse 71 soon? Let us know in the comments! The post The NEW Steakhouse 71 Restaurant is Now OPEN in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Celebration has FINALLY arrived! The festivities officially kicked off today, October 1st, but the party lasts all the way through April of 2023. That said, a lot of fans are going to want to be among the first to take in the new entertainment, food, and merchandise. Cinderella Castle Just how busy will it be next week, considering it’s the first full week of the 50th Anniversary Celebration? Let’s take a look at the current park hours and Park Pass Reservation availability to find out. Disney World Park Hours the Week of October 3rd Magic Kingdom will be open from 9AM-11PM on Sunday and Monday, and from 9AM-10PM on Saturday next week. On Tuesday and Friday, the park will be open from 9AM-8:30PM, and on Wednesday and Thursday, Magic Kingdom will be open from 9AM-9PM. Note that Disney After Hour Boo Bash will take place from 9PM-12AM on Tuesday and Friday. On Wednesday, Magic Kingdom will remain open from 9PM-11PM for guests of Disney Deluxe Resorts and other select hotels. Magic Kingdom park hours for the week of October 3rd © Disney EPCOT will be open daily next week from 9AM-10PM — note the earlier opening time! On Monday, EPCOT will remain open from 10PM-12AM for guests of Disney Deluxe Resorts and other select hotels. The EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival will continue running daily next week from 11AM-10PM. EPCOT park hours for the week of October 3rd © Disney Disney’s Hollywood Studios will be open next week from 9AM-9PM daily. Hollywood Studios park hours for the week of October 3rd © Disney Disney’s Animal Kingdom will be open from 8AM-8:30PM Sunday and Monday, and from 8AM-8PM Tuesday through Saturday. Animal Kingdom park hours for the week of October 3rd © Disney Note that guests of all Disney World resort hotels have access to Early Theme Park Entry, which allows those guests to enter each of the four theme parks 30 minutes prior to the posted opening time each day. Guests staying at Deluxe Resort Hotels and Deluxe Villa Hotels will have access to extended evening park hours on select nights, as noted above. Click here to learn about MagicBand+, arriving at Disney World in 2022! Current Disney Park Pass Reservation Availability the Week of October 3rd Select Resort Hotels As of this writing, each of the four theme parks have full Park Pass Reservation availability for the week of October 3rd for guests staying at Select Resort Hotels. Park Pass Reservation availability for guests staying at Select Resort Hotels for the week of October 3rd as of September 30th © Disney Theme Park Tickets Currently, guests with Theme Park Tickets have the same Park Pass Reservation availability as guests staying at Select Resort Hotels. All four theme parks currently have open availability to make a Park Pass Reservation for the week of October 3rd. Park Pass Reservation availability for guests with Theme Park Tickets for the week of October 3rd as of September 30th © Disney Annual Passholders Currently, Annual Passholders can book a Park Pass Reservation at any of the four theme parks from Sunday, October 3rd through Friday, October 8th, as long as that Pass level is not blocked out. Park Pass Reservation availability for Annual Passholders for the week of October 3rd as of September 30th © Disney Note, however, that on October 9th, Magic Kingdom is currently booked solid for Annual Passholders. The other three parks currently have Park Pass Reservations available for that date. Park Pass Reservation availability for Annual Passholders for the week of October 3rd as of September 30th © Disney Be sure to double check the Park Pass Reservation calendars ahead of your trip as Park Pass Reservation availability can change at any moment. As the 50th Anniversary Celebration starts, we’ll be keeping a close watch on crowds, park hours, and Park Pass Reservation availability so you can be prepared for your upcoming Disney World vacation! 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 visiting Disney World next week? Let us know in the comments! The post Will Disney World Be Crowded Right AFTER the 50th Anniversary? first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Capt. Cook’s in Disney’s Polynesian Resort is home to delicious favorites like Tonga Toast and the Aloha Pork Sandwich! Capt. Cook’s in Disney’s Polynesian Resort Today, we stopped by Capt. Cook’s to see their newest offering, a DOLE Whip Cupcake! The 50th Celebration Cupcake features a Vanilla Cupcake with DOLE Whip Pineapple Center, Tropical Fruit Salsa, and Pineapple Macaron! Yes, you read that right. The Dole Whip IS INSIDE THE CUPCAKE. Oh, and it also has a cute White Chocolate 50th Anniversary Medallion on it. There’s Dole Whip IN our cupcake! We have to applaud the presentation of this cupcake — it’s so beautifully done. It’s so pretty! It’s just so celebratory! In addition to the Pineapple Macaron on top, there’s also a sweet (VERY SWEET) Buttercream Icing with Graham Cracker Crumbs sprinkled on top. The Fruit Salsa is a combination of Diced Pineapple and Passionfruit and sits inside an Edible Flower (!!!). So VERY Polynesian Resort, don’t you think? SO pretty Inside is that Dole Whip Pineapple Custard filling, which offers up the PERFECT amount of tartness (as does the fruit salsa), especially with the super sweet icing on top. The Macaron is actually shaped like a pineapple and it tastes just like one, too, and YES, WE LOVE IT. If you love Pineapple Dole Whip, we’re going to tell you you NEED to try this cupcake. Hey, Disney, is that Dole Whip IN our cupcake? BUT…you also need to have a sweet tooth, because as we mentioned, the icing is a lot, even if the tartness of the pineapple flavors tames it a little bit. And we could’ve done without the edible flower because it wasn’t all that…well…edible. We mean, you CAN eat it, but we’re not sure why you would want to because it’s flavorless and takes a bit of uncomfortable chewing. Edible flowers aren’t so edible… You can find this treat at Capt. Cook’s for $5.99. We’re covering ALL the new treats coming to Disney World for the big 50th Anniversary, so stay tuned here for more! Click Here to Read about the 50th Anniversary Adult Coloring Book! 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 What do you think about this new Dole Whip Cupcake? Let us know in the comments! The post BRB, Hopping Into a Time Machine to Tell 8 Year Old Me Disney World is Gonna Make Something Like THIS in 2021 first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Can you believe it’s finally here? We’ve been so excited about today because it’s Disney World’s 50th anniversary! And a huge celebration is JUST beginning to take place at the parks! It’s an exciting day to be at EPCOT! It’s also a HUGE day at EPCOT for other reasons, too — today marks the opening of a brand NEW attraction, Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure at the France Pavilion — AND a new restaurant is opening there, too — La Creperie de Paris. SO much going on! So, as you can imagine, all that excitement has brought a LOT of guests to the parks to check all the new stuff out. Let’s take a look at what crowds are like at EPCOT today. We arrived at the park entrance and noticed there weren’t many people around! Suspiciously quiet… Then, we entered the park and discovered the crowd! OH. Here’s where everyone is! Everyone was gathered in front of Spaceship Earth waiting for the park to officially open. If you’re staying at a Disney World hotel, you can enter the park 30 minutes before opening time. Beautiful day for some 50th celebrations Once we got inside the park, we noticed that crowds weren’t too bad! Within the first hour of opening, Spaceship Earth was only at a 5 minute wait, Soarin’ was at 10 minutes, Frozen Ever After was at 30 minutes, and Test Track was at 30 minutes. The line for Creations Shop, however, was a different story! Everyone’s trying to get that exclusive 50th merch! We’re kind of shocked that the crowds aren’t very big in EPCOT so far! But, we’ll be sure to update this post throughout the day so you can see if crowd levels change. So, stay tuned, because we’re covering EVERYTHING about Disney World’s 50th anniversary today! Click here to follow along with us at the 50th anniversary 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 Are you going to Disney soon for the 50th? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTOS: The EPCOT Crowds Are a Bit Shocking for the 50th Anniversary Today first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Hello from the Most Magical Place on Earth on its 50th Birthday! Magic Kingdom Disney World’s 18-month-long 50th Anniversary celebration has officially begun and we are in the parks experiencing it all! This morning, we made our way to Magic Kingdom bright and early to see all of the new things the park has to offer. During our trip, we found a NEW popcorn treat, but we must give you a word of warning about this one! Over at a popcorn cart in Adventureland, we found a special new popcorn snack that has just arrived for the 50th Anniversary celebration. Introducing the NEW Pineapple-Coconut Glazed Popcorn!! Pineapple-Coconut Glazed Popcorn! We have to admit, the description of Pineapple-Coconut Glazed Popcorn is very intriguing! Would it taste like pina colada popcorn?! Time for Some Popcorn! Unfortunately, the answer to that (at least for us) is “not quite.” The popcorn tasted sweet, but we didn’t really get those pineapple or coconut flavors. It seems the pineapple-coconut glaze just provided an extra touch of sweetness to the popcorn, but not any of those signature tropical flavors. Popcorn So, if you’re looking for a sweeter version of Disney World’s popcorn, this might be a good pick. If you want a treat that actually tastes like pineapple and coconut, you’ll want to look elsewhere. Would You Get This Popcorn If you want to grab this popcorn, you can try it for $6.25. We’re on the lookout for more 50th Anniversary snacks and news, so be sure to check back with us for all the latest updates! Click here to see photos and reviews of Disney World’s 50th Anniversary eats and treats! Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary Details and Info Click HERE for Your Guide to Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Celebration See Everything That Has Been Announced For Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Check Out Everything Happening in Disney World on October 1st, 2021 Click Here to See The 50 Best Ways to Celebrate Disney World’s 50th Anniversary What Does Hotel Availability and Pricing Look Like for Disney World’s 50th Anniversary? Here Are the 5 News Bombs You May Have Missed Related to the 50th Anniversary Celebrations! Check Out 10 Things You Need to Bring If You’re Going to Disney World for the 50th Anniversary See How Each of Disney World’s Park Icons Will Transform During the 50th Anniversary Celebrations! Join the DFB Newsletter To Get All the Latest Disney News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe Would you grab this Pineapple-Coconut Popcorn? Tell us in the comments! The post Review: A Word of Warning About the New PINEAPPLE POPCORN in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’ve been eating our way around Disney World trying some of their 150 new bites and sips! Contempo Cafe Contempo Cafe is home to some of our favorite sweets, so our expectations were high when we learned that they would be serving up TWO new desserts for Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Celebration! First up is the 50th Anniversary Peanut Butter-Banana Pie. The Peanut Butter Pie at Disney’s Contemporary Resort has been one of our favorite treats for a long time, and it got some 50th Anniversary updates for the occasion! We were a little concerned going into this one because we really didn’t want one of our favorite desserts to get too many changes. Peanut Butter -Banana Pie This is a sweet tart shell filled with peanut butter mousse and banana sauce, topped with chocolate glaze and chocolate décor in the form of a 50th medallion, edible glitter, and chocolate curls. The dessert used to have a mound of peanut butter cream cheese on top, but now the peanut butter is inside the tart shell, replacing the vanilla cream that used to be there. There’s also a new banana sauce layered with the peanut butter and a chocolate ganache on top. The frosting spikes on top are peanut butter cream cheese, so we didn’t lose too much of the peanut butter flavor! Here’s the Inside Honestly, we don’t love that Disney is messing with one of our favorite desserts. We were very concerned when we didn’t see the peanut butter cream cheese mound on top (like it is on the old dessert). But since the flavors are still there both inside the tart and on top, it wasn’t as bad as we thought. We do miss the vanilla custard, and although we liked the new decorations on top, we still prefer the old version to this one. This is a dessert for people who love rich, heavy treats — and you have to love peanut butter to enjoy it! If you’re looking for something fruity and light, this treat will not do it for ya. You can grab the updated Peanut Butter-Banana Pie from the Contempo Cafe now for $4.99. And if your sweet tooth isn’t already satisfied, you can also pick up their 50th Anniversary German Chocolate Cupcake. This decadent-sounding dessert is a chocolate cupcake filled with German chocolate filling and topped with buttercream. For decorations, there’s a chocolate Disney’s Contemporary Resort 50th Anniversary piece and a white chocolate curl. German Chocolate Cupcake The German chocolate filling has caramel and coconut flavors and nuts. The buttercream is an orange color with blue running through it because we can’t forget that EARidescent theme for the 50th Anniversary. But the colors together make it look more like a citrus-y or summer-flavored cupcake, so that might fool you if you don’t know what to expect. Don’t be deceived! It’s actually a very rich German chocolate treat. Here’s the Back We thought this cupcake was the best new treat at Contempo Cafe. The cake was dark chocolate, and it was very flavorful. The coconut caramel filling inside kept it nice and moist. The buttercream on top is a little more substantial than most of the frostings we’ve had here, and we liked that the blue sugar crystals around the base gave it a little more texture. It was a VERY sweet treat, even for those of us with a sweet tooth! Inside the German Chocolate Cupcake This is a great dessert for the chocolate fans out there! The cake was delicious, and we loved all the different textures. But if you don’t like sweet treats or lots of icing, maybe try a different dessert here instead. There are nuts and coconut in this dessert, so be aware of that if you have any allergies. If you want to give it a try, you can get the 50th Anniversary German Chocolate Cupcake for $5.99 at the Contempo Cafe. Contempo Cafe Don’t worry, there are PLENTY more sweets to try around Disney World’s parks and resorts. Like we mentioned above, there are now 150 NEW treats to eat and drink, so be sure to follow along and read our reviews to see which items YOU want to try on your next vacation! Click here to read our reviews of the specialty treats coming to 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 planning a trip to Disney World during its 50th Anniversary Celebration? Let us know in the comments! The post REVIEW: One of Our All-Time FAVORITE Treats Got a 50th Anniversary Makeover in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Grab your stretchy pants — Disney World has more than 150 new treats coming to the parks for the 50th Anniversary! Magic Kingdom There will be plenty of cupcakes and other sweet treats, but there will also be new drinks, burgers, and even some tropical snacks. We’ve made our way into the parks today to taste a bunch of the delicious new items and we’ve found 3 NEW snacks in Disney’s Magic Kingdom inspired by a classic attraction! At Aloha Isle Refreshments in Magic Kingdom there are THREE new tropical treats with names inspired by The Tiki Room. Alooooha! Of course we had to stop by to try them out! Aloha Isle Refreshments First, you can get the Tropical Serenade, which is made of the famous POG juice (passion fruit, orange, and guava juice) with coconut soft serve, topped with a pineapple upside-down cake pop. This is probably one we wouldn’t get again, especially considering it’s $11.99. But, if you want to try it, you can grab it right now at Aloha Isle! Keep following DFB, because we’re trying LOTS of 50th Anniversary treats today! Click Here to See Photos and Reviews for More 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 of the new treats are you most excited to try? Let us know in the comments! The post ALERT: 3 NEW Tiki Room Treats Exist in Disney World and 1 Is a MUST-Try! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We try to give you our best Disney World planning tips and tricks on the daily. With Disney’s constantly changing environment, we HAVE to provide you with tips on the daily because Disney’s plans can change *snaps fingers* just like that. Welcome! But if someone were to ask us right now what we believe is the MOST important thing to remember for planning a Disney World vacation in 2022, we’d be able to answer that pretty quickly. Because THIS particular change is going to impact a LOT of travelers VERY soon. (And there’s still a LOT of people that might not know about it yet!) Disney’s Magical Express, which provides complimentary transportation to and from the Orlando International Airport to Disney World, is ceasing operations at the beginning of 2022. (*Weeps hysterically*) Slowly but surely, we’re seeing fewer and fewer Magical Express offerings being provided, such as the Magical Express’ former luggage delivery service, as the shuttles prepare to be fizzled out of Disney’s existence. But SO MANY guests rely — quite heavily, in fact — on this included service. And there are still SO MANY guests that might not yet realize that, come 2022, things are a-changing! So, How Are We Going To Get To Disney Now? The operating company of Disney’s Magical Express, Mears, promises guests that there will be a new shuttle service starting January 1, 2022 (immediately after Disney’s Magical Express services end) called Mears Connect. You can now book your reservation for Mears Connect on their website in just three easy steps: Select your service Provide the ride details Enter your payment information. ©Mears Hold up — you want us to go back to that second step? (AKA: the vague “ride” details we mentioned.) That just means you’re going to input which resort you’re going to need dropped off and picked up from, along with your flight details, how many people will be in your travel party, how many bags you’ll be bringing, and if you’ll need wheelchair access on the new shuttle system. Mears Bus at the Swan There will be two different transportation options offered on Mears Connect: Standard and Premium services. According to the Mears Transportation website, The Standard Service will be shared, utilizing large vehicles and monitored wait times; The Premium Service, on the other hand, will provide direct service and limited wait times. Mears bus If you reserve the Standard Service, a one-way trip will cost you $16 per adult and $13.50 per child, while the round trip will cost $32 per adult and $27 per child. For the Premium Service, however, you’re looking at a round trip of $200 for up to 4 passengers, and an added $55 per additional passenger. Hello, Mears! These prices are currently listed as “Introductory Prices,” meaning they’ll possibly fluctuate later on. No worries, though — we’ll let you know as soon as they do! So yes, you’re reading that right. The “free” service (you’re still paying oodles of dollars to go to Disney World in the first place, so “free” is a relative term!) many guests relied on is, essentially, still going to be around, but now guests have to do the work to set it up. Oh yeah — and pay for it now. Cool. Check out the ULTIMATE guide to planning a Disney World vacation HERE! Will There Be Other Options In The Future? But WAIT — there’s MORE! The Brightline Train is another transportation option guests will be able to choose to board in the future, but that service isn’t going to be available until the end of 2022. So if you’re planning a vacation to Disney World for the 50th Anniversary Celebration that will kick-off on October 1st and last for the next 18 months, you don’t need to concern yourself with that mode of transportation for now. Would You Take a Train to Disney World?©Brightline However, when the Brightline Train DOES become available, it’ll run from the Orlando International Airport and stop near Disney Springs. ©Brightline This is not a brand-new train to the Florida area. The Brightline Train already runs from Miami Station, Fort Lauderdale Station, West Palm Beach Station, and on into the Orlando Station (which is at the South Terminal of Orlando International Airport)! Brightline Trains Currently, a 75-mile journey on the Brightline Train from Miami to West Palm Beach will set you back $17 to $28 per passenger. Since it’s only 18 miles to Disney World from the Orlando International Airport, that could ~potentially~ place future tickets at around $7 per person. However, that’s merely speculation on our part. After all, this is *Disney*, and we could see the price being a bit steeper for the *magical* convenience. Learn more about Brightline’s future prices HERE! Not Sold On Mears Connect Just Yet? If you’re not quite sold on the Mears Connect, you can consider other travel options! ©Uber Uber, Lyft, or other ride-sharing services can take you from the airport to Disney. Prices for these ride-sharing services range depending on the time of day, the distance you’re traveling, and the customer demand, but there’s a good possibility this transportation option could end up costing you and your travel party less than booking a ride on the Mears Connect — especially if the prices for the Mears Connect rise after the Introductory Prices are no longer available. Traffic!! Or, you can always rent a car from the airport, which will give you complete control of when you arrive from point A to point B. (We don’t necessarily recommend renting a car, though, since those get pretty pricey AND you’ll have to pay for parking on top of that already-hefty fee if you’re staying on Disney World property. Do the math and see if it makes sense for your travel party!) Learn all about parking at Disney World HERE! We’re not going to lie — we’re going to miss Disney’s Magical Express! It’s been a reliable mode of complementary airport-to-Disney World transportation for many years. (Even if it *was* more Tragical than Magical at times — especially when it had to take us BACK to the airport at the end of our vacation. The HORROR.) Basically, we want everyone to really be prepared for this change. Many of us have grown SO accustomed to hopping off the plane and on one of those big, colorful motorcoaches — for free! No worrying about how you’ll get to and from Disney World. But now, the times are changing, and gone are the days of a conveniently AND free way to get to the Most Magical Place On Earth. It appears there will still be (somewhat) convenient options available but any way you slice it, you’re gonna end up paying to get from the airport to Disney World now. As we learn more about the Mears Express, the Brightline Train, and the other modes of transportation that’ll get you into the Wonderful World of Disney, we’ll update you here! So keep coming back, and we’ll keep providing the info — deal? Deal. What unexpected wait should you prepare for when driving in Disney World? Find out HERE! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! How do YOU plan on getting to Disney World from the airport when Disney’s Magical Express retires? Let us know in the comments below! The post The ONE Disney World Planning Tip You *Can't* Forget About in 2022 first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Happy birthday, Disney World! You might be 50, but we swear you don’t look a day over 25! Happy 50th, Disney World! We’re so excited about the start of the big celebration, not to mention everything that comes with it — a new character cavalcade, new character outfits, a new Magic Kingdom fireworks show, AND a new EPCOT fireworks show! Today is going to be the BEST DAY EVER. But there’s something else going on today, too, and it’s FREE. Today you can get a free 50th Anniversary print at the parks. Free Castle Print The print is a large picture of the Cinderella Castle from Magic Kingdom, lit up as a Beacon of Magic with purple, blue, and pink lights. The Castle is dressed in all of its gold 50th Anniversary decorations and surrounded by Pixie Dust! Cinderella Castle In the corner, there’s a banner with the 50th Anniversary logo and the date to remind you of the special occasion. Today Cast Members are handing out the print to guests as they’re leaving the Magic Kingdom, so you should be able to snag one on your way out of the park. You can get one as you’re leaving the Magic Kingdom You’ll find more information on this print in the new Magic Kingdom park map. Bu the looks of it, these will only be handed out today, October 1, 2021. 50th Insert Isn’t that exciting? We’re going to be covering everything about Disney World’s big 18-month long birthday party, so don’t go anywhere! Here’s What We Know About the FOOD Coming For 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 What are you most excited about with Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Celebration? Let us know in the comments! The post A GORGEOUS 50th Anniversary Souvenir Is FREE In the Magic Kingdom Today first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The Military Community is understandably anxious about 2022 Walt Disney World Military Room and Ticket Discounts! When Will We Know? That is the question on everyones mind!!! I’m sorry to say we don’t know. Yesterday was the day I expected to hear! Recent Salute Release History The last 3 normal years the Disney Armed Forces […] The post No 2022 WDW Disney Armed Forces Salute So Far appeared first on Military Disney Tips Blog. View the full article

Can you believe it?! It’s officially Disney World’s 50th anniversary! 50th anniversary map To help kick off the 18-month celebration, Disney World has released a 1971 merchandise collection and there are 150 snacks (Yes, you read that right.) coming to the parks! Now, we found a new Magic Kingdom map that has been released to help guests navigate all of the 50th anniversary happenings. There’s a lot to unpack here. So let’s take a look at the new map! 50th Guide Map The front of the new Magic Kingdom is a very classy solid dark blue, with gold lettering spelling out “Magic Kingdom, October 1st, 2021.” The 50th anniversary logo is also on the front in gold, along with Tinker Bell! Inside you’ll find a “Tips and Information” page with information about guest relations, park rules, and a website that guests can visit to learn all about the 50th Anniversary Celebrations. Tips and Info Page There’s even a new hashtag for the celebrations, #DisneyWorld50, which Disney is encouraging guests to use on social media. And we found a reminder to check out all the gold character statues around the parks as well! Magic Kingdom Map Inside, there’s the classic map of the Magic Kingdom with some extra EARidescent touches on the labels for the different lands. There’s also a colorful guide to Entertainment with information about the new events, including Mickey’s Celebration Cavalcade, the Cinderella Castle Beacon of Magic, and Disney Enchantment. Entertainment Guide All the information about the attractions, restaurants, and shops is set against a plain background with subtle swirl designs. The full map And there’s a special 50th Anniversary insert that has more info about all the special events, the history of the park, and some of the limited-time merchandise and snacks that will be available during the celebrations. 50th Insert We will be on the lookout for more 50th anniversary maps in the other parks! And stay tuned to DFB for all of the exciting 50th Anniversary updates. See ALL of the 50th anniversary treats releasing around the parks here! 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 planning to visit Disney World for the 50th anniversary? Let us know in the comments below. The post PHOTOS: Take a Look at the 50th Anniversary Commemorative MAP in Magic Kingdom! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The 50th Anniversary of Walt Disney World is finally here, and it’s time to celebrate! Let’s celebrate! We’ve checked out new fireworks shows and we’ve shopped the new merchandise, but now it’s time to try the snacks! We’re stopping by Disney’s Animal Kingdom to check out some new treats and share our thoughts with you. At Creature Comforts, the park’s Starbucks location, you’ll find a few new offerings for the 50th Anniversary. First of all, one of our favorites, the Colossal Mickey Cinnamon Roll, got a blue icing makeover! Colossal Mickey Cinnamon Roll You can snag this treat for $7.49. Ours had a little bit more icing than the usual version of this cinnamon roll and it tasted a little fresher. Colossal Mickey Cinnamon Roll Also, there are two brand-new options — first, the 50th Celebration Mickey Mouse Dome. This treat is made with a “chocolate brownie base with gold-dusted chocolate sprinkles, and birthday cake-flavored mousse with gold-dusted Mickey ears and a gold-dusted 50th Anniversary medallion.” 50th Celebration Mickey Mouse Dome You can purchase the dome for $5.99 and we did just that — look how pretty it is! 50th Celebration Mickey Mouse Dome As far as taste goes, this treat is our favorite of the 50th offerings at Creature Comforts! The birthday cake mousse was a very classic yet fun dessert and went SO well with the chocolate cake. Plus, it’s fun that you have the birthday flavors for Disney World’s birthday! 50th Celebration Mickey Mouse Dome The other new offering here is the 50th Celebration Cupcake for $5.99! This cupcake is a lemon-filled lemon cupcake with vanilla frosting. Plus, there’s a Mickey and 50th medallion on top. 50th Celebration Cupcake This treat is SUPER lemony. The lemon flavor was delicious and didn’t taste artificial at all, but you have to really like lemon to like this treat. If that’s your jam, this cupcake could be right up your alley! 50th Celebration Cupcake Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney World snack reviews! We’ve got you covered on all the important news from the 50th Anniversary! Click Here to See All of Our 50th Anniversary Snack Reviews So Far! 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 visiting Disney World during the 18-month-long 50th Anniversary celebration? Tell us in the comments! The post REVIEW! It's the Age-Old Disney Question: Cupcake, Mousse, or Cinnamon Roll? first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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Walt Disney World celebrates its 50th anniversary on Oct. 1, 2021. The crowds are packed five decades since the first visitors ventured into the Magic Kingdom in 1971. Check back throughout the day for the latest updates. View the full article