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A lot has been going on in EPCOT these days! Previews have begun for Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure and La Crêperie de Paris, and we’re anxiously awaiting the debut of Harmonious, scheduled to take place on October 1st! EPCOT Today, however, we’re hanging out in Future World to celebrate the opening of the reimagined Club Cool! This fan-favorite spot in EPCOT closed back in 2019 as work began on the park’s massive transformation. But now, a revitalized version of Club Cool has opened and we’re sharing ALL the details you need to know! Club Cool is BACK! You’ll find the revitalized version of this spot over in Future World. Club Cool Right from the entrance, you’ll be able to see some of the fun details that have been incorporated into this space. As Imagineer Zach Riddley previously shared, the Club Cool marquee itself uses the EPCOT World Bold font and is featured in that signature, bright red Coca-Cola color. Club Cool Sign The façade of Club Cool is “inspired by classic green-hued glass Coca-Cola bottles” and you’ll even find the Coca-Cola logo incorporated into the design itself. Can you see the green hue? Inside the space, you’ll find many of the things you used to find in the old Club Cool (but NOT the sticky floors — yet!). Coca-Cola Merchandise There is Coca-Cola-themed merchandise and other items available for purchase… Club Cool …including this cute bag for $34.99… Coca Cola Bag …and a thermos with Coca-Cola written in different languages for $44.99! Coca Cola Thermos But everyone’s favorite part is usually the beverage fountain station where you can sample Coca-Cola flavors from around the world! Sampling drinks Right now, just one party is allowed at each drinking station at a time. We’ll admit, we actually sort-of missed Beverly — even though we were able to have it in some of the drinks at the Coca-Cola Rooftop Bar in Disney Springs. When we heard Club Cool was coming back on September 15th, we couldn’t help but get excited at the thought of seeing people sample this polarizing beverage once again! Time to sample some sodas Not a fan of Beverly? No problem! There are plenty of other drinks to choose from too. All the Drinks You can also purchase specialty drinks at the counter here… More drinks are available here …like different flavors of ice cream floats for $5.49! Menu And that’s a first look at the reopened Club Cool! We’re so glad to see Club Cool back in action. We’ll be covering more of the details about the new Club Cool experience soon, so be sure to check back with us for more updates. We’re also checking out the brand-new Creations Shop nearby, so be sure to follow along to stay up-to-date with all of the latest openings at EPCOT. Click here to read our full review of the newest restaurant to open in EPCOT! Want MORE Details About EPCOT’s MASSIVE Transformation? Future World Will Transform Into Three New Neighborhoods — Learn More Here A Revitalized Club Cool Is Opening Soon in EPCOT See When the New Creations Shop, Which Will Replace Mouse Gear, Will Open 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, Future World’s Newest Restaurant, Which Will Open Soon 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 do YOU think about Beverly? Let us know in the comments! The post FIRST LOOK: Club Cool is Now OPEN in EPCOT first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’re excited to kick off Hispanic Latinx Heritage Month from now through Oct. 15 by celebrating the inspirational stories of our Disney Parks, Experiences and Products imagineers and cast members. Today, we’re sharing the story of Liz Diaz, assistant construction manager at Walt Disney Imagineering, who was behind the magic of bringing Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure to Walt Disney World Resort.http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/5qdcSaGf1UcView the full article

EPCOT fans, GET EXCITED. EPCOT It is a BIG day in EPCOT today with the opening of the brand new Creations Shop AND Club Cool. Some of the EPCOT Transformation is really starting to come together, and now we’re taking a look at some AMAZING EPCOT merchandise that just hit the shelves of the new store! We recently got a sneak peek at part of the NEW EPCOT Light & Color Collection, and today we got the chance to see it IN PERSON for the first time! EPCOT fans, you might want to hide your wallets before reading on… . The EPCOT Light & Color Collection is basically TWO collections in one with the separate Light line and Color line. And the new collection is TOTALLY exclusive to the Creations Shop, so you’ll need to head to EPCOT to snag anything from it! NEW MERCH ALERT! Let’s dive in and take a look at the Light line first! Check out the EPCOT Light Minnie Ears! This AMAZING accessory features a geodesic pattern on the light-up ears with a silver bow. These are priced at $39.99. They are SO unique! More of a hat person than an ears person? You can pick up the EPCOT Light Cap. Put EPCOT on your head Looking for a different kind of accessory? You might want to snag the new EPCOT Light Backpack for $59.99. So shimmery We love the sleek and unique shape that this backpack has going on. Take our money, Disney! Complete your EPCOT outfit with the EPCOT Light Shirt for $24.99. This one has Mickey AND Figment on it! EPCOT Tee Or how about this EPCOT Light Patterned Tee instead for $36.99? COOL T-shirt If you want to wear something a little more minimalistic, this EPCOT Light T-Shirt might be just the thing. LOADS of tees! The sleeves on this shirt have a fun mesh design, giving it just a bit of detail without being too much. This tee is $36.99. Sleeve detail To add a little EPCOT flair to family fun time, you might want to pick up the EPCOT Light Puzzle for $22.99. This one looks like it could be pretty challenging! Mickey EPCOT puzzle Or have a cup of your favorite hot beverage in the EPCOT Light Mug for $19.99! Time for a cuppa There’s even an EPCOT Light Ornament for $19.99! Mini Spaceship Earth? And of course, you can’t go wrong with the EPCOT Light Corkcicle for $39.99. Need a Corkcicle? Want to add a touch of EPCOT to your home decor? You can grab this fun EPCOT Vase for $29.99. It’s a vase! So what about the EPCOT Color Collection we previously mentioned? Well as its name suggests, these items will add a pop of color to your day! There’s a Vibrant EPCOT Color Tumbler for $19.99… So pretty! …and a Notebook Collection… Who doesn’t need notebooks? …that comes with three EPCOT-themed notebooks! The Notebook Collection is $16.99. THREE cool notebooks There’s a whole bunch of other new items from these lines available, and we’ll be updating this post with more of those items soon, so be sure to check back for updates! You can find ALL of these new items at EPCOT’s new Creations Shop (and ONLY at the Creations Shop). Stick around as we explore all of the new things EPCOT has to offer, and keep an eye on DFB for all the latest updates! Click here to learn more about Club Cool’s return to EPCOT! Want MORE Details About EPCOT’s MASSIVE Transformation? Future World Will Transform Into Three New Neighborhoods — Learn More Here A Revitalized Club Cool Is Opening Soon in EPCOT See When the New Creations Shop, Which Will Replace Mouse Gear, Will Open 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, Future World’s Newest Restaurant, Which Will Open Soon 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 do you think of the new collection? Tell us in the comments! The post PHOTOS: Why EPCOT Fans Should RUN to Disney World Right Now! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’ve been keeping a close eye on all of the updates coming to EPCOT as part of this park’s massive transformation. EPCOT We’ve already got a new fountain near Spaceship Earth, a new fireworks show is on its way, and new nighttime lights have arrived. But now it’s time for another new thing to join the group. For the past few months, Mouse Gear has been selling merchandise to guests from a temporary location. But, now Mouse Gear’s official replacement — the NEW Creations Shop — has opened! That’s right folks! The newest shopping destination in EPCOT has finally arrived! For the past several months, we’ve been sharing updates about this location, but today (September 15th, 2021) the Creations Shop finally opened for all guests to enjoy! Atmosphere The Creations Shop is EPCOT’s new flagship store and it’s located in Future World, past Spaceship Earth. Let’s head inside! That’s our first look at the new Creations Shop in EPCOT! We’ll be on the lookout for more new things around Disney World, so stay tuned to DFB for updates! Click here to get a first look at EPCOT’s upcoming Harmonious fireworks show! Want MORE Details About EPCOT’s MASSIVE Transformation? Future World Will Transform Into Three New Neighborhoods — Learn More Here A Revitalized Club Cool Is Opening Soon in EPCOT See When the New Creations Shop, Which Will Replace Mouse Gear, Will Open 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, Future World’s Newest Restaurant, Which Will Open Soon 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 do you think of the new Creations Shop? Tell us in the comments! The post FIRST LOOK at The Creations Shop, Which Has Replaced Mouse Gear in EPCOT first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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Although Disneyland only reopened in April, a LOT has been going on at the resort! Welcome to Toon Town! After the reopening, Avengers Campus opened, and then the Jungle Cruise reopened after receiving a new storyline. Not to mention, Splash Mountain will soon get a new story at both Disneyland and Disney World. But now, ANOTHER ride at Disneyland is about to get an update! Changes are coming soon to Roger Rabbit’s Car Toon Spin in Mickey’s Toontown at Disneyland Park. According to the Orange County Register, Jessica Rabbit is set to take over the starring role of the ride with a backstory that will feature her as a detective investigating a crime wave that has hit ToonTown. Jessica Rabbit will be featured as the newest private eye in Toontown, and she’ll be on the lookout for the Toon Patrol Weasels who are responsible for a rise in crime. ©Disney Disney has shared that it will update scenes in the ride to mesh with the new story. Specifically, Disney officials have indicated that the scene featuring Jessica Rabbit and the weasels with an automobile, as well as the finale scene of the ride will be updated. The Orange County Register shares that the scene with Jessica tied up in the trunk of a car has already been updated. Jessica has now been replaced by barrels of Dip (the thing from the Roger Rabbit film that can dissolve cartoons). The Orange County Register shares that, according to the new backstory for the ride, “Jessica Rabbit has determined it is past time for her to throw her fedora in the ring by starting her own private investigation service…Watch out weasels, your reign of terror is over.” Toontown in Disneyland And that’s not the only change coming to Toontown. Keep in mind that Toontown will eventually be getting its own version of Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway. We’re keeping an eye on the updates coming to Disneyland, so stay tuned for more! Check Out The Fun Halloween Activity You Can Do At Disneyland WITHOUT A Park Ticket 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 Have you ever ridden Roger Rabbit’s Car Toon Spin? Let us know in the comments! The post NEW Storyline Announced for Roger Rabbit's Car Toon Spin in Disneyland first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’ve seen all kinds of 50th Anniversary decorations in Disney World lately. 50th Anniversary sign in Magic Kingdom There have been golden character statues, big signs and banners, and even makeovers for all kinds of Disney transportation. Now, even the snacks are getting in on the celebrations! While we were walking through Magic Kingdom, we decided to stop for a snack (as we often do). When we came to the popcorn stand, we saw that there’s been a change since we last got our Disney popcorn fix. The popcorn boxes got a new 50th Anniversary makeover! New 50th Anniversary Popcorn Box The new boxes have a dark blue background with images of all four Disney World park icons — Cinderella Castle, Spaceship Earth, the Tree of Life, and the Tower of Terror. Park icons The icons are featured in those 50th Anniversary colors — mainly light blue and purple pastels with gold accents. You can even see the little “50” sign on the Cinderella Castle! Can you find the “50” sign? Against the background are lighter blue silhouettes of classic Disney characters. New Popcorn box Tinker Bell is also flying around in a sparkly dress for the occasion! You can find this new box right now at popcorn stands in Magic Kingdom. Keep following DFB for more updates on the 50th Anniversary in Disney World. Click Here to See More New 50th Anniversary Decorations in Magic Kingdom! 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 50th Anniversary decoration right now? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTOS: NEW 50th Anniversary Popcorn Box Arrives in Magic Kingdom first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World’s 50th Anniversary on October 1st is just around the corner and it’s time to get ready for the big day! Disney Enchantment, set to debut on October 1st ©Disney Are you still looking for a dinner reservation for Disney World on October 1st? Never fear! As of writing, here are ALL the restaurants with reservations available for Disney World’s 50th Anniversary! Animal Kingdom At Animal Kingdom, there are still two table service options for dinner! The first is Tusker House, which is currently an All-You-Care-To-Eat Family-Style offering! Tusker House Next up is Tiffins, an adventurous restaurant in Animal Kingdom that celebrates travel and is known for its globally-inspired cuisine. Tiffins Rainforest Cafe at Animal Kingdom has reservations available as well! Hollywood Studios Over at Hollywood Studios, you’ve got two table service options. If you’re looking for a fancy dinner, The Hollywood Brown Derby is also available for the big day! Hollywood Brown Derby Finally, Mama Melrose’s Ristorante Italiano, a restaurant that fuses Californian and Italian cuisine, is also available! Disney Springs Disney Springs has a TON of dinner options for Disney World’s big day! One of our favorites, Wine Bar George, still has plenty of reservations for the 50th Anniversary. Wine Bar George Another reservation that’s still available at Disney Springs is The Edison, a whimsical restaurant themed after the industrial aesthetics of the 1920s! The Edison Other options at Disney Springs include Enzo’s Hideaway, Frontera Cocina, Maria & Enzo’s, Splitsville, T-Rex, Terralina, The Boathouse, STK Orlando, Paddlefish, Paradiso 37, Raglan Road, Planet Hollywood, Wolfgang Puck Bar and Grill, House of Blues, City Works, and Jaleo. The Resorts Two of the big highlights from this section include the family-style restaurant Trail’s End at Fort Wilderness and Whispering Canyon Cafe at Wilderness Lodge. Whispering Canyon Cafe If you’re at Coronado, you’ll have three options right at your resort: Maya Grill, Toledo, and Rix Sports Bar and Grill! Also, if you’re at Old Key West, Olivia’s Cafe is available for the big day too! Maya Grill At the EPCOT resort area, Yacht and Beach Club and Boardwalk Inn all have options: Ale & Compass at Yacht Club, Cape May Cafe at Beach Club, and Trattoria al Forno at Boardwalk. Ale & Compass Restaurant For folks staying at the Swan and Dolphin, you’re in luck! There are three options available: Shula’s Steak House and Todd English’s bluezoo at the Dolphin and Il Mulino at the Swan, all of which are a bit pricey. The Swan and Dolphin Those are ALL the dinner reservations you can find at Disney World for the 50th Anniversary! We’re always keeping up with the latest Disney news, so stay tuned for more! Click Here to See What Needs to Change for YOU to Feel Comfortable in Disney World 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 Do you have any reservations for the 50th Anniversary? Let us know your plans in the comments! The post 35 Restaurants That Still Have Dining Reservations for Disney World’s 50th Anniversary 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. Do you love themed Minnie ears and character mugs? These items can be great to grab and bring home, but the price of these souvenirs plus shipping can add up. So we like to keep an eye out for sales that could help you grab some great Disney gear for a little bit less. The Emporium If you’ve had your eye on a certain piece of Disney merchandise for a while now — and have just been waiting for a good enough reason to finally buy it — we can definitely relate. And now we’ve got some great news for you! Your perfect excuse to grab that Disney item you’ve been looking at is now here: shopDisney has FREE SHIPPING today only! Just use the code FREESHIP when you’re checking out to get free shipping on your entire order. ©Disney Maybe — like Disney World — you’re already getting prepared for Halloween. If that’s the case, you might want to grab these Nightmare Before Christmas Minnie Ears with iridescent patterns and a bat-like bow. ©Disney You can get the new Halloween Minnie Ears for $39.99 now, with FREE shipping today only. Click Here to Buy the Nightmare Before Christmas Minnie Ears And speaking of Halloween items, there’s also a shiny Hocus Pocus mug and spoon set available right now, so you can sip your brew of choice from a cauldron. ©Disney On the front it says “It’s All a Bunch of Hocus Pocus.” The set costs $19.99 on shopDisney, and it can be yours with FREE shipping. Click Here to Buy the Hocus Pocus Mug and Spoon Set! Whatever you decide to add to your online cart, you can get it with free shipping on shopDisney today only. Remember to use code FREESHIP when you’re checking out! And keep following DFB for more tips about how to save money on your favorite merchandise and for your upcoming trips. Click Here to Check Out More New Disney Items Available Online Now! 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 buy anything from shopDisney today? Let us know in the comments! The post Get FREE Shipping on Your Favorite Disney Items Today Only! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Welcome to Creations Shop, the new flagship merchandise destination at EPCOT! Officially debuting today, the grand opening marks another key milestone in the historic transformation journey of EPCOT.http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/RR-vJNnPmWIView the full article

Let’s face it — when it comes to Disney World, you’re pretty much living on Disney World time. How late is Trader Sam’s open? That means you’re subject to Disney World’s schedule, meaning that you probably aren’t going to make any 2AM snack runs to 7-Eleven like you might do at home when you can’t sleep and you want some food. But there are SOME late-night dining options available at Disney World, maybe even more than you think. So we’ve looked at every single restaurant’s hours at Disney World and figured out which ones have late-night dining available — and, for this list, we decided to focus on restaurants open at least until 11PM. However, take note that hours for restaurants can change often, so before you head out to grab that late-night bite to eat, be sure to check the hours for yourself either via calling Disney Dining at (407) 939-6690 or checking the My Disney Experience app. Disney’s BoardWalk Inn Over at Disney’s BoardWalk Inn, Big River Grille Brewing & River Works is open to 11PM on Fridays and Saturdays and has its full menu available, so if you’re looking for more of a meal than just a quick little bite, this could be a spot for you. Though AbracadaBar can satisfy that desire for a unique cocktail and an engaging setting, be aware that its limited food menu is only available until 9PM. So if AbracadaBar is on your late-night list, plan accordingly! Grab a slice Likewise, you can also grab some small bites (we’re talkin’ the likes of Nachos or a Mickey Pretzel) from BoardWalk Joe’s Marvelous Margaritas, which is open daily to 11PM. Is Disney World’s AbracadaBar Worth the Walk? Disney’s Yacht and Beach Club Resorts At Disney’s Yacht Club, you can grab some snacks at the Ale and Compass Lounge, open from 4PM to 11PM. Nothing says “sweet dreams” quite like carb-loading with the Ale and Compass Parker House Rolls right before bed. You never have to go to bed on an empty stomach with these jewels around. (They’re basically just fluffy carby vehicles for those stellar spreads!) Parker House Rolls and Spreads At Disney’s Beach Club, though Martha’s Vineyard is open until 11PM, you can only order off of its appetizer-style menu until 10pm. If you’re at the Beach Club and need some serious late-night grub, then your best bet is to head over to the Beach Club Marketplace which is open until 11PM. Here you can find some hearty sandwiches and pasta entrees. Has Disney World Gone TOO Far With Their Creative Drinks?! You Tell Us! Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort There are a lot of choices available to nom on some late-night nosh at Coronado Springs. So if you’re a late-night eater, you might want to consider a stay here. The Dahlia Lounge, Three Bridges Bar and Grill, and Cafe Rix are all open until midnight. A perfect end to a park day might just be this view from the Three Bridges Bar and Grill, some chips and guacamole, and a glass of sangria before heading to bed. Great way to end a Disney day! El Mercado de Coronado and Laguna Bar are both open until 11PM. And though we love Watchos (essentially nachos served on waffle fries!) as much (or more) than the next guy, for $15 at Laguna Bar, we can also saunter over to El Mercado de Coronado and, for the about the same price, grab a full cheeseburger or some pizza. The Biggest Game-Changer at Disney World is Hiding in Plain Sight Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa In comparison, the Grand Floridian only has a few spots open relatively late. Enchanted Rose is open until 11PM. This elegant lounge is inspired by Beauty and the Beast, and offers a limited menu including Truffle Fries, Mini Smoked Brisket Sliders, and House-made Flatbread along with a full bar and some unique cocktails. Enchanted Rose Gasparilla Island Grill is also open until 11PM (though this spot USED to be 24 hour!), and it’ll provide some more casual fare like sandwiches, salads, and burgers to eat there or take to-go for a picnic in your room. Name a More Iconic Disney Cupcake Trio. We’ll Wait… Walt Disney World’s Swan and Dolphin Resorts You’ll find quite a few options for late-night dining options at the Swan and Dolphin Resorts. At the Swan, Il Mulino (and its lounge) is open until 11PM and you find its full menu of Italian fare to choose from. Kimonos (and its lounge) is also open until 11PM — we’d never turn down sushi any time of day. Plated Sushi Platter at Kimonos At the Dolphin, both The Fountain and Shula’s Steakhouse are open daily until 11PM. So, whether you’re craving something on the casual side, like a Turkey Patty Melt and Banana Split from The Fountain, or are leaning more toward the sophisticated side, like Prime Rib or Maryland-style Crab Cake from Shula’s, the Dolphin Resort has you covered! Late-night steak? Sign us up! Plus, Phins Lounge is open until midnight with some smaller bites like Street Tacos and Lamb Meatballs! Finding Food After 10PM Is HARD in Disney World Right Now. Here Are Your Options. Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Resort Things are pretty quiet at night at the Wilderness Lodge, but you can find some delicious meals at Geyser Point Bar & Grill Lounge where they offer “small bites” until 11PM, which includes Teriyaki Chicken Wings, Cheesy Barbecue Brisket, and Handcrafted Cheese & Charcuterie. Charcuterie Board and Cheesy Barbecue Brisket Territory Lounge is also open until 11PM and offers a limited menu including Oregon Chardonnay Fondue, House-smoked Chipotle Barbecue Ribs, and some seasonal bites. Since Territory Lounge is one of our favorite tucked-away spots, you bet that each of these options has the DFB stamp of approval! We Always Knew This Disney World Spot Was Good…But We Didn’t Know It Was THIS Good! Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge If you’re staying at Animal Kingdom Lodge, you only have one spot that has food late at night. That’s Sanaa Lounge, which is open until 11PM. And yes, you can get the Sanaa bread service there. Samosas with chutney and slaw from Sanaa Lounge The term “lounge” here is loose though — it’s VERY small. So plan ahead if you know you’re going to want to eat something late at night and you’re staying here. A Fan-Favorite Lounge Has Reopened at Animal Kingdom Lodge in Disney World Disney’s Polynesian Resort If you’ve got late-night cravings and you can manage to actually get in, Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto is your best bet at the Polynesian — it’s open until midnight. This will fill all your boozy fun drink desires, but the food menu can be a bit limited. Thai Chicken Flatbread from Trader Sam’s Otherwise, you can check out Tambu Lounge, which is open until 11PM. Similarly, Cap’t. Cook’s, the hotel’s resident fast-food spot, is open til 11PM most nights (another spot we miss being 24 hours!). A Virtual Line System Is Being Used for Trader Sam’s in Disney World! Disney’s Contemporary Resort The Contemporary Resort has some of the most popular and iconic restaurants at Disney World, but only one is open until 11PM for some late-time nosh. Contempo Cafe located in the main concourse near Chef Mickey’s has you covered if you have a case of the munchies at the end of your day. Peanut Butter Pie We love the Peanut Butter Pie that you can often find here for $4.79, but you also enjoy a full quick-service meal with options like the Contempo Burger, Contempo Ceasar Salad, or All-Meat Flatbread all for around $12! The nearby Outer Rim lounge is also open until 11 pm, but you’ll only find beer, wine, and cocktails here, no food is offered on their menu. NEW Steakhouse 71 Restaurant Will Replace The Wave in Disney’s Contemporary Resort Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort If your tropical vacation vibes have you searching for a snack or meal after hours, unfortunately, Caribbean Beach Resort doesn’t have a lot of options. You CAN find some grab-and-go selections at the Centertown Market Grab & Go. You’ll find some classic refrigerated options like Turkey Sandwiches, Chicken Romaine Salads, Fruit Cups, and an assortment of pastries. You’ll find entrees in the $8-$10 range and sides and snacks around $5 or so. Centertown Market Salad Will this be the most memorable meal of your trip? Likely not. But if you’re looking for something to fill your belly before bed, you’ve got some options! PHOTOS: Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort Pirate Room Tour! Disney’s All-Star Movies Resorts At Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort, both Silver Screen Spirits Pool Bar, which has some snacks, and the World Premiere Food Court are open until 11PM. Chicken Strips from World Premiere Food Court Of all the All-Star Resorts, Movies is the only one with late-night dining available. So, if you’re a late-night snacker, you may want to stock some nibbles in your room or plan to go for an evening stroll over to All Star Movies to satisfy your nighttime munchies. All-Star Movies reopened not too long ago! Check it out here! Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort Saratoga Springs doesn’t always get the best accolades for restaurants. Let’s face it, with Disney Springs as its neighbor, that’s some stiff competition! The Artist’s Palette provides some comfort-favorites like chicken nuggets and fresh salads, but it gets some bonus points for its plant-based Asian Noodle Bowl for $12.99 that you can grab until 11PM. Artist’s Palette If your inner carnivore is on the prowl, you could also be happy with the hot Cheese Steak Sandwich for $11.99. And remember, Disney Springs is only a short walk or boat ride away for even MORE late-night options! REVIEW: If You Love Apple Pie, We’ve Got BIG Disney World Cupcake News for You Disney Springs The good news is that many Disney Springs restaurants are open as late as Disney Springs is, and right now the shopping area’s hours extend as late as 11PM, or even 11:30PM on some occasions. Here are the restaurants that are usually open until Disney Springs closes: 4 Rivers Cantina Barbacoa Food Truck Amorette’s Patisserie B.B. Wolf’s Sausage Co. The BOATHOUSE The Daily Poutine The Daily Poutine Earl of Sandwich Frontera Cocina Ghirardelli Soda Fountain Gideon’s Bakehouse House of Blues Flautas at Frontera Cocina Jaleo Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar Marketplace Snacks Paddlefish Paradiso 37 Jamon Iberico from Jaleo Planet Hollywood Terralina Crafted Italian Wine Bar George YeSake Kiosk So if all else fails, head to Disney Springs for some late-night eating. But, as we previously said, double-check the restaurants’ hours before you head out the door! PHOTOS: New Pumpkin Treats Arrive at Amorette’s in Disney Springs! McDonald’s Yep, you read that right. Last but certainly not least, the Golden Arches. If you’re desperate, and your wallet is still recovering from a full day of Disney spending, there is a McDonald’s on Disney property (near Animal Kingdom and the All-Star resorts) where you can find your favorite value meals or Happy Meals. We’re loving it. Usually, open until midnight, pick up your favorites before heading back to your hotel. The biggest mystery about this dining spot is if your fries survive the ride back to your hotel or are you like us and you end up eating them all on the drive? (Who we kidding, they don’t stand a chance!) As always, we’ll keep you updated on what restaurants are available, which restaurants have reopened, and menu updates, so stay tuned! 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. Where’s your favorite spot to grab a late night snack or meal at Disney World? Let us know in the comments! The post EVERY Late-Night Dining Option in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Admission to Orlando Science Center will cost you 10 bucks this Sunday. Sept. 19 marks another of the museum’s $10 Days. View the full article

“Halloween Nightmare Fuel,” a new show at Universal’s Halloween Horror Nights, features playing with fire, aerial acts and disappearances. But it's a dream situation for Jason Horne, asked to create the HHN production. View the full article

As statues of characters are added to Disney World, another sculpture remains secure at Magic Kingdom. Partners featuring Walt Disney and Mickey Mouse, has been near Cinderella Castle since 1995. View the full article As statues of characters are added to Disney World, another sculpture remains secure at Magic Kingdom. Partners featuring Walt Disney and Mickey Mouse, has been As golden statues of characters are being added to Walt Disney World theme parks, another sculpture remains standing at the Magic Kingdom. Partners, the larger-than-life representation of Walt Disney and Mickey Mouse, has been in the hub near Cinderella Castle since 1995. As part of our Disney World at 50 series, which publishes on Wednesdays on OrlandoSentinel.com, we share facts about Partners, its maker and its history. It’s not a small world The copper Partners statue is oversized, making Walt at 6 feet, 5 inches tall. (He was about 5-foot-10 in real life). Disney and Mickey are on a pedestal, making them that much taller, which allows visitors to have good photo opportunities with the castle in the background. The duo was spruced up this summer ahead of the 50th celebration, which officially gets underway Oct. 1. The Disney Fab 50 statues in the immediate area of Partners include Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck, Daisy Duck, Goofy, Pluto, Chip and Dale. The Partners statue fronts the redecorated Cinderella Castle as preparations began for the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World. (Joe Burbank/Orlando Sentinel) A Blaine Gibson production The statue was designed by Blaine Gibson, an animator and sculptor who knew Walt Disney personally. Blaine did animation on early projects including “Fantasia,” “Bambi” and “Peter Pan.” When Disneyland opened, he really got into figures, so his handiwork can be spotted in attractions such as Pirates of the Caribbean, Haunted Mansion and “it’s a small world” (And, formerly, the Great Movie Ride at Disney’s Hollywood Studios). He also made the busts for Hall of Presidents, having a hand in every figure through Barack Obama. He also crafted the Abraham Lincoln figure for the “Great Moments With Mr. Lincoln” attraction for the 1964 New York World’s Fair. Gibson, who died in 2015 at the age of 97, said he made the statue to be Disney circa 1954 when he would have been about 52 years old. “I think that’s when Walt was in his prime,” Gibson said. A detail you might have to squint to see: The necktie has an interlocked S-T-R symbol, which stands for Smoke Tree Ranch, a place near Palm Springs, California, where Disney owned land. Magic Kingdom visitors stroll by the statue of Walt Disney and Mickey Mouse holding hands in March. (Joe Burbank/Orlando Sentinel) We all scream According to Imagineers, an early clay model of Partners included an ice-cream cone in the hand of Mickey Mouse. “When we reviewed the statue, we decided it looked a little bit too much like Walt was taking his child out for a walk, so to make Walt and Mickey look like partners, we took away the ice cream cone,” Jonathan Friday, Walt Disney Imagineering creative director, said during a video walk-through of Walt Disney Imagineering’s sculpture studio. It was posted on the official Disney Parks Blog last year. At least it wasn’t a Mickey bar. The at-home version A 9-inch replica — less than a tenth of the size of the original — was sold by shopDisney for $160. It has since sold out. The statue has been parodied a couple of times in the “Wonderful World of Walt Disney” cartoon shorts. In the episode called “Big Good Wolf,” Mickey presents a small statue of him and the supposedly reformed character to Big Bad as a gift. It’s inscribed “Wolfie — World’s Goodest Wolf.” In the increasingly bizarre “Game Night” episode, Donald Duck daydreams about being as beloved as Mickey, and one scene includes a statue version of Donald alongside a larger, posed-as-Walt duck in front of a castle. These episodes can be seen on the Disney+ streaming service. A masked-up, costumed guest sits with representations of Roy O. Disney and Minnie Mouse in the Magic Kingdom last year. The statue by Blaine Gibson is called Sharing the Magic. (Joe Burbank/Orlando Sentinel) And the rest The first Partners statue was installed at Disneyland in 1993, followed by the one at Magic Kingdom two years later. Their inscriptions are different because the first one made reference to Disneyland and that wouldn’t make much sense in Florida. But on both coasts, there are Walt Disney quotes about parents and children having fun together. There also are Partners statues at Tokyo Disneyland and at Walt Disney Studios Park in France plus a non-park one at Walt Disney Studios in Burbank, California.At Magic Kingdom, there’s another Blaine creation featuring a Disney … but it’s Walt’s brother, Roy, sitting on a park bench with Minnie Mouse. The work is called Sharing the Magic and it’s typically located near the flagpole at the park entrance, although sometimes it’s relocated to nearby spots. Currently, it rests near City Hall on Main Street U.S.A. This series This story is part of the Orlando Sentinel’s “Disney World at 50” series — a year’s worth of stories leading up to the 50th anniversary of the historic opening of Walt Disney World on Oct. 1, 1971. Find more stories, photos and videos at OrlandoSentinel.com/WDW50. Dewayne Bevil Orlando Sentinel

Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar is a CLASSIC bar at the Disneyland Hotel known for its creative cocktails, crazy antics, and gorgeous mugs! Trader Sam’s Today, Disney announced a new mug is coming to this beloved spot! Disney took to TikTok to announce a limited-edition Haunted Mansion Tiki Mug is coming to Trader Sam’s at 6AM on September 17th and will be available on mobile order! Our Haunted Mansion dreams are coming true. We seriously can’t wait to add this to allll the mansion decor we find ourselves collecting. Recently, Trader Sam’s released a special Jungle Cruise Tiki Mug to celebrate the new Jungle Cruise movie! It’s so cute and little! We’re always keeping up with the latest Disney news, so stay tuned here for more! Click here to get a First Look at the NEW Tenaya Stone Spa at Disneyland Resort Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! What do you think about this new mug? Let us know in the comments! The post A NEW Haunted Mansion Trader Sam's Tiki Mug Is Coming to Disneyland Resort! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Welcome back, DFB friends! We’re here with What’s New at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Disney’s Hollywood Studios And, we’ve got plenty of updates to share with you! So, what are you waiting for? Let us know in the comments below! Hollywood Studios Food Update Popcorn and Drink Stands The Sweet Poison Cocktail is still sticking around the drink carts for now as the Fall flavors take over the parks. The drink is filled with coconut rum, blue Curaçao beverage syrup, rum, and pineapple juice with a glow cube and a lemon wedge to garnish. Sweet Poison While we check by to see if there were any Halloween sippers or popcorn buckets, Hollywood Studios hasn’t stocked them just yet! But, we will keep an eye out! Hollywood Studios Merchandise Update Darkroom Honestly, all the Marvel news recently has just made us SUPER excited for the next phase of shows and films! But, you can still throw it back to an OG character with the Iron Man Phone Case for $34.99. Iron Man Phone Case Legends of Hollywood It’s Dooney season over in Legends of Hollywood because TWO new collections are on the shelves of the store! You can find the new Disney Cat Dooneys with your favorite feline friends… Disney Cats Dooneys …like Marie, Lucifer, Cheshire, Figaro, and more! Disney Cats Dooneys There were even the new Disney Parks Icons Dooneys on the shelves… Disney Parks Icon Dooneys …with satchels… Disney Parks Icon Dooneys …crossbody bags… Disney Parks Icon Dooneys …totes… Disney Parks Icon Dooneys …and mini backpacks to take with you for some extra magic in the parks. Disney Parks Icon Dooneys Sunset Ranch Pins While we spotted the Nightmare Before Christmas Pins around the end of August in time for the start of spooky season, now they have made their way to Sunset Ranch too! You can find your favorite Halloween Town characters like Jack, Sally, the Mayor, and Oogie Boogie on the pins for $9.99 to $12.99. Nightmare Before Christmas Pins Pin Trading Trash Can If you want a unique pin trading experience, you can go chill out with “Jojo the Pin Trading Trash Can” in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Since Jojo obviously doesn’t have any arms or hands, a Cast Member nearby helped trade with us in Jojo’s honor… Pin Trading Trash Can …and we took home a Dodger Pet House Pin… Pin Trading Trash Can …and Country Bear Pin! (Shoutout to the adorable Cast Member who named the trash can!) Pin Trading Trash Can Hollywood Studios Entertainment Update Crowds The past few weeks have been VERY quiet in Disney World since the school semester started and summer ended. However, Labor Day brought in quite a few people that have stuck around for the most part in Hollywood Studios! Hollywood Studios Crowds Many of the attractions had longer queues and higher wait times than we’ve seen in weeks… Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway Crowd …with wait times climbing throughout the day and into the afternoon. Rock ‘N Roller Coaster The restaurants were even more crowded than we’ve seen as an influx of people stopped at the quick-service and table-service spots around the park. Oga’s Cantina Crowds But, the crowds did dip during the rainy days, so you might want to stick around in Hollywood Studios (even if it starts to pour)! Toy Story Land Crowds Well, that’s all for this What’s New at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! We’ll catch you next time for more updates. And, if you have questions about your upcoming vacation, let us know so we can help you find the answers! Stay tuned with DFB for the latest Disney entertainment and news! 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 are you looking forward to seeing the most in Hollywood Studios? Let us know in the comments below! The post What's New at Hollywood Studios: Expensive Collections and a Pin Trading Trash Can! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park Welcomes Baby White Rhino | Walt Disney WorldView the full article

It’s always a momentous occasion to share news of a successful animal birth at Walt Disney World Resort. Today, I would like to introduce you to an adorable baby white rhino, born to first-time mom Jao backstage at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park. Mom and baby are doing great under the keepers’ watchful and joyful eyes. I am happy to report that the beautiful calf snuggled up to mom and began nursing right away.http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/dujA4wKTa8AView the full article

Hello DFB friends! We’re here to talk about all the new things at EPCOT! EPCOT Entrance This week at EPCOT brought us several new (and returning) Halloween and fall festive treats, and preparations are being made for the new Creations Shop to open soon. Let’s go over everything new in EPCOT! EPCOT Food Updates In the Germany pavilion at Karamell-Küche, we found that the Werther’s Pumpkin Cupcake with Salted Caramel Buttercream is back from 2019! This cupcake is made with pumpkin cake and Werther’s caramel filling for $5.59. Last time we tried this, the frosting was a cream cheese frosting, but we loved the new salted caramel buttercream with the pumpkin cake! Pumpkin Cupcake We especially loved the caramel drizzle and the gooey Werther’s filling and it’s safe to say that this is one of the best cupcakes we’ve ever had in Disney World. Read our full review of the Werther’s Pumpkin Cupcake here! Block and Hans in the American Adventure pavilion officially switched out Arendelle Aqua Lemonade with the returning fall drink Spiked Frozen Apple Pie. You can get this drink for $14.75, and it’s made with Old Smoky Apple Pie, Minute Maid Apple Juice, and Cinnamon. You can also get a non-alcoholic version for $5.75. It’s like drinking autumn. If you’ve ever wanted to literally taste fall, this is the drink for you. You taste the spices first and the apple second and it’s not super sweet. We’re so glad it’s back this year! Here’s our full review of the Spiked Frozen Apple Pie! And over in the Canada pavilion, the popcorn cart had a new Spooky Caramel-Apple Cider in a Poison Apple Sipper for $16! This drink comes with Caramel Apple Cider that’s topped with a Green Apple ice cube and Milk and White Chocolate Pearls. Gorgeous! The Poison Apple Sipper is SO beautiful, but the Caramel Apple Cider was a bit…bizarre. You can get the drink on the side, and even if you don’t like it the sipper is worth the price! Read our review of the Caramel Apple Cider here! EPCOT Construction Updates Spaceship Earth Two animatronics have gone missing from Spaceship Earth, including a caveman, who is usually standing near the mammoth drawing… Missing Cavemen …and the Roman soldier who is usually standing next to the horse in this scene. Missing Roman Soldier It’s normal for animatronics to go missing from rides for regular maintenance, and we’ll be watching out for their return! See more photos of the missing Spaceship Earth animatronics here! Mouse Gear As preparations are made for Mouse Gear to be replaced by the new store, Creations Shop, we saw more displays and walls moved around in Mouse Gear. Mousegear Creations Shop is scheduled to open on September 15th, and it will be the new flagship merchandise location for EPCOT. Read more about Creations Shop here! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What do you think of what’s new this week at EPCOT? Tell us in the comments! The post What’s New at EPCOT: Missing Animatronics and Returning Fall Treats first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The arrival of fall means a lot of things, like changing leaves and cooler temperatures as well as the start of Halloween Time and after-hours events in Disney World like Disney After Hours Boo Bash. Fall has arrived in Disney World! If you’re a fan of German-inspired cuisine, the arrival of fall also means that it’s time for Oktoberfest! Be sure to head to Disney Springs in the coming weeks for some festive food and seasonal sips. City Works Eatery & Pour House will be serving up a special limited-time menu of Oktoberfest meals, including Spaetzle (House made herb spaetzle, hefeweizen Mornay, braised pork belly, caramelized onions, brown butter breadcrumbs)… Spaetzle © City Works …and Chicken Schnitzel (Breaded chicken breast, fried egg, Pilsner Düsseldorf aioli, hefeweizen braised slaw, kaiser roll). Chicken Schnitzel © City Works Guests can pair those two entrees with a variety of Oktoberfest-inspired beers as well as City Works’ lineup of more than 90 beers on tap, including Sam Adams Oktoberfest, Goose Island Oktoberfest and Dogfish Head Punkin’ Ale. City Works City Works’ Oktoberfest menu will be available for both takeout and online ordering from September 22nd through October 3rd! We’ll keep an eye out for more limited-time menus across Disney World, so be sure to follow along for all of the latest updates! Click here to check out the MENUS at the long-awaited Space 220 in EPCOT! 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. Where is your favorite place to eat at Disney Springs? Let us know in the comments! The post Celebrate Oktoberfest in Disney World Without a Park Ticket! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

With all the excitement happening at Disney World in the coming weeks and months, don’t forget about the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival! There’s so much to see! This year’s fest started back in July and runs through most of November, and we’ve had some truly delicious eats “around the world” in EPCOT. The festival is also highlighted by exclusive merchandise, unique entertainment, and fun activities for the whole family. And now, there’s a special photo op just for visitors of Food & Wine! Now through the end of the festival, guests can head to Italy to check out a brand-new Magic Shot from Disney PhotoPass photographers! The picture features Mickey Mouse serving up a cup of gelato — with mouse ears, no less. With the new Getateria Toscana in the background, you’ll have the perfect picture to post whenever you’re talking about all the sweet treats you enjoyed on your trip. Just don’t forget to stop by and get a REAL cup of gelato after you pose for the photo! They have all kinds of treats here! When you stop by the Italy Pavilion, just look out for the PhotoPass photographer and follow their instructions. The “magic” will be added to the picture when it arrives in your My Disney Experience account. To download the photo, you’ll either need to purchase it individually or have paid for the Memory Maker service. Stay tuned to DFB for more EPCOT festival news, including all the offerings you can find at Food & Wine. We’ll make sure to keep you updated on all the happenings at Walt Disney World Resort! Click Here to See All Our Reviews from the EPCOT Food & 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 going to the Food & Wine Festival this year? Tell us in the comments! The post Disney World's Newest Photo Op is Perfect for Foodies! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World’s new Star Wars hotel, the Galactic Starcruiser, is slated to open in Spring of 2022 and Disney is starting to celebrate a little early. Sublight Lounge ©Disney Guests who stay at the Galactic Starcruiser will visit for two nights, during which they’ll be able to participate in tons of Star Wars activities, including “Story Moments” that can change your experience depending on which characters you interact with, droid racing, a visit to Batuu in Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and more. Today there’s a new way to bring the Galactic Starcruiser right to your devices, and it’s left us wondering which side we’d join. Maybe it will give you an idea of who you are in the Star Wars universe! Galactic Starcruiser will be more than just a hotel, as the immersive Star Wars experience will give guests the opportunity to choose whether to get into character and join the light or dark side. If you visit Instagram, you can now add a new Galactic Starcruiser filter to your next story and see how you might look in the Star Wars universe! You can find the filter by searching “Galactic Starcruiser” and it looks like this. ©Disney Once you add your face to the screen, you can tap the screen to look like either a very blue Twi’lek… Twi’lek\ …or an officer of the First Order! Which look do you prefer? First Order Officer You can find this filter on Instagram now so try it out and see which side you’d join! We’ll be watching for more Galactic Starcruiser updates so keep reading DFB for all your breaking Disney World news and updates! Here’s everything you need to know about the Galactic Starcruiser 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 Would you join the light side or the dark side? Tell us in the comments! The post Is This Star Wars Filter Fun or Nightmare Fuel? You Tell Us! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If you’re like me and can’t wait until Oct. 1 to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World Resort, then you are in luck! Our friends at McDonald’s are helping us celebrate 50 magical years with an impressive lineup of 50 unique Happy Meal® toys and an exclusive Happy Meal® box.http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/JwEXpktkAYsView the full article

Get ready to let your taste buds take (a simulated!) flight 220 miles above Earth’s surface as Space 220 Restaurant at EPCOT officially begins virtual departures on Sept. 20 for walk-up diners. Reservations will be available to book on Sept. 20, with the first reservation date available on Sept. 27.http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/32O5MVbFlGUView the full article

For some time now, Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa has been without the spa part. Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa ©Disney The Mandara Spa inside the Grand Californian closed in July of 2019, and since then Disney announced their plans to replace it with the Tenaya Stone Spa. The opening of Tenaya was delayed but it’s now scheduled to open on September 16th. Today we were invited to attend an event to get a first look at this new spa space, and you can come along to check it out! Atmosphere Dawn Jackson, a Native American cultural advisor, has said that the spa’s name, Tenaya, can be “interpreted ‘to dream’ in the indigenous culture of the Yosemite Valley,” and the spa is “inspired by the spirit of nature and California heritage.” The Tenaya Stone Spa at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel A Walt Disney Imagineering art director named Katrina Mosher explained that the spa is designed to reflect “the natural order of 4,” as the space is aligned with 4 directions and 4 colors. It’s a beautiful new space. Natural features are all around the spa, with many rock, wood, and stone elements. Even the chandeliers fit the theme. The floor of the spa got in on the theme as well. This looks like the perfect place to hunt for hidden Mickeys! The floor is made of hundreds of wooden circles. What did we tell you? Oh, look! A Mickey! There are also several products available for purchase at the spa. There’s a line from Volupsia… It’s all in the details. …and a collection of bath bombs. They’ve got everything from Lavender to Evergreen Twist to Sunrise Sunset. Relax with a bath bomb! They also have robes and towels available, as well as headbands. Everything just looks so plush and comfy! How comfy do those robes look?! And the spa even has its own line of soaps. These are made into Loofah Bars, so they’ll help you exfoliate — your skin will be softer than a baby’s! Its own line of soaps! We could spend all day in here just checking out the beautiful merchandise. Is this the most relaxing shop in Disneyland Resort? Maybe! This whole entrance room is stunning. And even the waiting area is serene. There are several lounge chairs in here where you can kick back and relax before your day at the spa begins. The waiting room is beautiful. It’s all highlighted by a stunning stained-glass window as the centerpiece. There’s some serious detail put into this craftsmanship. We want one of these in our homes! So what does this beautiful spa have to offer? Well, let’s discuss some of the services! Services Services currently offered include body treatments, massages, and salon services, as well as massages and manicures/pedicures. There’s a room for manicures and pedicures. Reservations are open, but at this time only guests of Disneyland Resort hotels (Grand Californian, Disneyland Hotel, and Pixar Pier Hotel) can book services. Services will open up for non-hotel guests at a later date. Or you could get a luxury hair treatment! The full-service salon will be opening as soon as possible, but not with the grand opening of the spa itself. We’ll keep you updated with the details! So many ways to pamper yourself! We don’t know about you, but we’re definitely tempted to start planning our own spa day here. It looks like it’s going to be a great addition to the Grand Californian Hotel. We’re definitely tempted to book a massage! And that was our first look around the Tenaya Stone Spa! We’ll make sure to keep you updated on all the offerings and news here, as well as any news about Disneyland Resort! Click Here to Learn More About the Grand Opening! 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