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We’re back to check in on all of the construction projects going on around Disney World! So pretty! Since the beginning of the year, Disney has been sprucing up the parks and resorts for the big 50th Anniversary celebrations that are set to kick off in October and that has led to A LOT of construction. And, this week wasn’t any different — between refurbished attractions, lands, and more, we’ve got tons to cover, so let’s get to it! Magic Kingdom Jungle Cruise Jungle Cruise has been undergoing some major construction in Magic Kingdom and it’s remained open the entire time making it easy to spot something new almost every time we ride! And, this week we noticed that something had been added to the plane crash scene! Now the plane reads “The Amazing Hathaway Browne” which is a reference to an aviator character that could be found at the Adventurers Club which used to be found in Downtown Disney’s Pleasure Island (before it was redone and named Disney Springs). The graphic reads, “Hathaway Browne” And, the legacy of the Adventurers Club still lives on in references to S.E.A. (which stands for the Society of Adventurers and Explorers), and the Jungle Cruise storyline is tied to the organization so you’ll find the crest in a lot of different locations in the queue now. The SEA Crest! Plus, we also noticed that the last of the tribal native animatronics had been removed, so you’ll no longer find the tribal drummers on your boat ride. Somethings missing from here! For reference, here’s what the scene used to look like. Here’s what it was before! These updates join many others including brand new characters and scenes along the attraction as Disney works to complete the Jungle Cruise updates by the end of the summer. Adventureland But, Jungle Cruise isn’t the only spot that’s getting some changes in Adventureland — the sign for the land is also undergoing some renovations. Here’s what the entrance to Adventureland used to look like… Here’s what it looked like previously… …and here it is now! You might have to look reallly hard to find exactly what’s different, but Disney is slowly removing portions. So, if you look close you can spot that one of the tiki heads on the right has been removed already. Adventureland Sign now! Disney hasn’t shared whether they will just be removing some of the pieces on the Adventureland sign or if we’ll be getting some brand new additions in the coming months, but we’ll continue to keep our eye out for more changes. Ariel’s Grotto Speaking of signs, this week there were a bunch of updates to…well..signs! Over in New Fantasyland, we noticed that the entrance sign for Ariel’s Grotto (which is where Ariel used to be found for a meet-and-greet) had been removed. Ariel’s Grotto sign is missing! Now, this location has been closed since the parks reopened last year because traditional meet-and-greets (like this one) are currently suspended due to COVID-19. It’s not clear whether this is just routine maintenance or if there could be more changes planned for this spot, but for now, you can find Ariel in the daily character cavalcade and greeting guests on Main Street, U.S.A. from time to time. Peter Pan’s Flight Peter Pan’s Flight also got some updating this week! Back in March, Disney filed a permit to “remove, refurbish, and reinstall” the entrance sign at Peter Pan’s Flight and for a long time, all that we’ve been able to see is the removal part (though it was replaced with a banner for the time being). But, it looks like we’ve made it through the refurbishment because the sign is BACK! What it was before… There aren’t any major differences in the sign compared to what it was before it went away for refurbishment, so it likely just received some touch-ups. The sign is BACK! But, it was great to see Peter Pan, Wendy, John, and Michael welcoming guests to the attraction once again! Be Our Guest Restaurant We’re not out of the Fantasyland construction just yet! A few weeks ago we shared a look at the work being done on the exterior of the Be Our Guest Restaurant and, if the scaffolding wasn’t enough to clue us into the work being done, now there’s a sign! We spotted some construction work over by the Be Our Guest restaurant The work began with the Beast’s Castle receiving a fresh coat of paint and is still continuing on the mountain area now. “it’s a small world” And, the classic attraction “it’s a small world” both closed and then reopened this week to reveal a brand new paint job on the clock tower in the queue! If you’re not familiar, here’s what it looked like before… Here’s what it looked like before… …and here’s what it looks like now! It is POPPING with hues of pink, blue, and green to immediately draw your attention to the icon that can be found both in Disney World’s version of the ride and Disneyland’s! “it’s a small world” was repainted! And, inside the ride, we noticed that one of the boats in the final scene seemed to have gotten a few touchups and was a bit brighter than we remember. Even the boat was refreshed! Not too bad for a three-day turnaround, Disney! Tomorrowland Over in Tomorrowland, Disney has been working to repave the entrance area to the land and it looks like the work is just about complete! The work is done! All of the construction barriers blocking the area have been removed and there’s plenty of room to spread out once again! And, hey, that sidewalk looks pretty great too! Frontierland And, barriers may be gone from most of Tomorrowland, but they’ve popped up all over Frontierland! We spotted construction walls up in quite a few locations throughout the land including out front of Prairie Outpost & Supply. We reckon there’s something going on here Disney hasn’t shared what work is being done in the area, but we’re anticipating that it’s just some minor maintenance work similar to what we’ve seen in other areas of the park. EPCOT Future World EPCOT is also home to quite a few construction projects as Disney continues work on the EPCOT Transformation. This week, we noticed that the restrooms near Spaceship Earth West were closed and had construction walls up. Construction around the bathrooms In the meantime, there are a few other restrooms in the area that remain open in case you find yourself needing one. World Showcase And, back in World Showcase, the Brazil Booth that is opening up at the EPCOT Food & Wine Festival on October 1st mysteriously went missing. The Brazil Booth is MIA Bushes are currently surrounding the area to block guests’ view of any work being done and it likely won’t be long until we see it come back! Disney Resorts Disney’s Yacht Club Resort Lastly, scaffolding and a lot of materials have appeared around many of the guest rooms at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort. Lots of work going on here The work even extends to the entrance to the resort from Disney’s BoardWalk, though there is still plenty of room for guests to enter the hotel. It’s near the entrance too We spoke with a Cast Member who believed that they are completing routine maintenance on the exterior of the guest rooms and balconies, so we’ll continue to keep an eye out for when this may be completed. Click HERE to Check Out More of the Areas Impacted By the Hotel’s Construction! Well, that’s it for this week’s construction update! Of course, we’re always on the lookout for new construction walls, scaffolding, and details, so be sure to stay tuned to DFB for the latest! Check Out ALL the Rides and Hotels That Are CLOSED in July in Disney World Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Have you been to Disney World recently? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTOS: See the Progress on 11 BIG Construction Projects in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If there’s one thing we love, it’s bacon! Dark Chocolate Bacon Disney makes DELICIOUS bacon treats like that chocolate-covered bacon at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort! However, at Disneyland, our precious bacon might be at risk! In 2018, the citizens of California overwhelmingly passed a new law regulating the health and safety of breeding pigs, egg-laying chickens, and veal calves, requiring farms in California to give animals more livable space. Candied Bacon at Pym Test Kitchen According to FOX 35 Orlando, while chicken and calf farmers have been able to easily comply with this new law and still meet their quotas, pig farmers have not been as successful. It’s been difficult for pig farmers to adapt to the new changes. Experts predict a large, but temporary, bacon shortage in California next year while hog farmers continue to attempt to comply with the new rules. The Bacon of Doom at Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar What does this mean for Disneyland? Well, there might be less bacon for a little while and dishes with pork or bacon might end up being expensive as there’s less bacon to go around. But don’t worry! This only seems to be temporary, so you’ll likely be able to get your bacon fix at Disneyland. Disneyland! We’ll keep an eye on this bacon situation and see if it affects Disneyland. We’re keep up with the latest Disney news, so stay tuned for more! Click here to read about the Toy Story treat of your dreams! 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 What do you think about the potential bacon shortage at Disneyland? Let us know in the comments! The post WHAT?! Here's Why Bacon Could Disappear at Disneyland first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

There are all kinds of incredible details hidden throughout Disney World. Do You See the Hidden Mickey? Truly, a trip to Disney World can become the ULTIMATE scavenger hunt for references to rides that have long since been gone, secrets you never realized were hiding right in front of you, and incredible details you may have not noticed before (even if you consider yourself to be a Disney expert). One of the BEST things to spot throughout Disney World are hidden Mickeys, and today we’re sharing a peek at one specific hidden Mickey you’ve probably NEVER seen! In case you aren’t already aware, hidden Mickeys are EVERYWHERE in Disney World! What is a hidden Mickey you ask? Well, it’s typically a classic Mickey design (one large circle for the head, 2 smaller circles for the ears) that is hidden in an attraction, store, restaurant, etc. Sometimes you’ll see other versions of Mickey hidden in Disney World (like a side profile view) or even other characters altogether that have made their way into a secret spot. Have You Spotted This Hidden Mickey? Some hidden Mickeys are easy to spot, while others may be incredibly difficult or only pop up once a year! They are built into so many places around Disney, and you seriously might not even notice them! We Spot a Hidden Mickey But, there’s one particular hidden detail one our readers spotted that we think is especially unique and a super difficult find! One of our fantastic DFB readers happened to get stuck on The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror in Hollywood Studios when the emergency lights came on. This allowed them to get a good look at the “welcome back” room at the end of the ride. The Tower of Terror just feels like it’s full of secrets! Amongst the props and references was a strange picture of an individual. If you look closely, it seems like there are some Mickey ears very faintly placed there. It’s a little eerie, but it looks like they might be there! What Do You See? This detail would be very hard to catch without being stopped on the ride with extra lights turned on, so our reader was really lucky (and has an amazing eye) to have noticed this and snapped a picture! We’ll have to see if our eyes are good enough to spot this next time we’re on Tower of Terror! You’ve now entered…The Twilight Zone In the meantime, we’ll keep hunting for more hidden Mickeys and other secrets all around the theme parks. Want to search for some of your own? Here’s a link to some of our articles about hidden Mickeys (and other details) you can find in the parks and resorts: 11 incredible Disney World details even the experts haven’t noticed A hidden Mickey on a rollercoaster? Is this the smallest hidden Mickey in Disney World? A hidden Mickey near…fish? Where to find hidden MINNIES! And you can check out our video below to see 37 hidden details in Magic Kingdom! Or click here to see our playlist that is full of videos showing you hidden secrets and other Imagineering and design facts. We’ll keep looking for more hidden details all around the parks and sharing them with you. If you spot a hidden detail you’d like to share with us, be sure to leave us a comment below! We’d love to hear from you! Click Here to See a Massive Hidden Mickey That You May Have Missed! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Have you seen this hidden Mickey before? Let us know in the comments! The post The Hidden Mickey Most Disney World Guests NEVER Get to See! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World has been reopening quite a few restaurants lately. Catalina Eddie’s Counter service restaurants like Pizzafari and Columbia Harbour House are reopening soon, and today another Disney World quick-service restaurant opened! Catalina Eddie’s in Disney’s Hollywood Studios reopened today! It’s back! This counter service restaurant serves quick eats like pizza, salad, breadsticks, and a variety of beverages, both alcoholic and not. This quick-service spot is also on Mobile Order now! Menu Catalina Eddie’s is located on Sunset Boulevard, so it’s not far from Tower of Terror or Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster. Today we tried a little bit of everything. The spread The Pepperoni Pizza is a personal pizza with four slices that also comes with a small side Caesar Salad for $10.49. With the salad, this feels like a good portion size for an adult meal or even something that kids could share. Pepperoni Pizza It reminded us of the PizzeRizzo pizza — which means it’s a decent meal to have in a pinch or you’re just wanting to grab something fast and that’s where you just happen to be in the park. It’s pizza The Caesar Salad with Chicken is made with Heart of Romaine tossed with Croutons, Parmesan Cheese and tangy Caesar Dressing topped with Herb-marinated Chicken Breast. It’s $9.99. The salad is also a good portion size and we were surprised that it had quite a bit of chicken in it, although we didn’t taste that herb-marinated flavor. Caesar Salad with Chicken The dressing, although tangy, didn’t overpower the salad, and we loved that there were plenty of croutons and parmesan cheese. If you’re looking for a simple salad that could easily feed two people at Disney World, it’s a good option. Lots of croutons and CHEESE The Breadsticks are $4.99 and come with a side of Marinara Sauce for dipping. You get a total of four breadsticks. And they’re…well…fine. We wished there was more seasoning on them, although we did really enjoy the bites where the seasoning was. Breadsticks We think the Marinara is a good choice to pair with the breadsticks rather than the Caesar dressing like we’ve seen in the past. Breadstick close-up One thing that disappointed us was that the dessert options are the same as what you can get at other snack spots nearby. We’ve seen the Snacking Sandwich Cookie and Strawberry Shortcake Verrine on other menus here at Hollywood Studios like Fairfax Fare and Rosie’s All-American Cafe. Snacking Sandwich Cookie from Rosie’s All-American Cafe So if you’re needing a meal that just serves some basic needs and you happen to be in the area, you can now stop by Catalina Eddie’s to fuel up! And stay tuned because we’ll be covering EVERY restaurant reopening at Disney World. Check out our latest review of PizzeRizzo! 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 excited to see Catalina Eddie’s reopen? Tell us in the comments! The post REVIEW: Is This Reopened Snack Spot at Disney World Just Another Version of PizzeRizzo? first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Hong Kong Disneyland is celebrating its 15th anniversary this year! ©Disney And of course, the park will be celebrating in style! A brand-new stage show recently debuted at the park’s newly redesigned castle. Plus, we just got a look at some of the adorable merchandise guests can pick up in honor of the anniversary! The Disney Parks TikTok account shared a look at some of the new souvenirs available at Hong Kong Disneyland for the 15th anniversary. First, there’s a Mickey and Minnie Popcorn Bucket that’s sure to be a must-have for collectors! ©Disney This Duffy and ShellieMay drink cup is almost too cute to use! ©Disney There’s also a Chip and Dale Drink Cup, for those who are looking for some classic characters. ©Disney And, of course, it wouldn’t be a special occasion without some new EARS to match! Disney shared a look at four pairs of ears that debuted for the anniversary. These Mickey Ears feature a mini plush of the main mouse! ©Disney And there’s a Minnie Ears version as well! ©Disney There’s also a super festive pair of Glitter Ears that reminds us a bit of the Confetti Ears we’ve seen around Disney World and Disneyland. ©Disney And last but not least, there are these Purple Ears that feature shiny ears and a super sparkly sequin bow! ©Disney All of this adorable Hong Kong Disneyland merchandise has us SOOOO excited to see what souvenirs Disney World will drop for this year’s 50th anniversary! We’ll be on the lookout for new items to pop up around the parks, so stay tuned for all of the latest updates! The 50 Best Ways to Celebrate Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Have you been to Hong Kong Disneyland? Share your experience in the comments! The post Celebrate Hong Kong Disneyland's Anniversary with ADORABLE Souvenirs! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We recently welcomed the 2021 EPCOT Food & Wine Festival into Disney World with LOTS of merchandise, entertainment, and (of course) food booths! It’s Food and Wine Festival season once again! And, while there’s more to come this Fall, we gave you a look at the best value eats and the MOST expensive snacks so far, as well as our top picks for the Best of the Fest this year! But, not everything is great at the Food & Wine Festival. So, we’re giving you a few tips on the dishes that you may want to avoid! Strawberry Soft-Serve The Shimmering Sips is just one of those spots that has a pretty name and even MORE beautiful returning snacks, treats, and drinks that draw in both kids and grown-ups! Regardless of the fact you can find a few fan-favorites that have made their way back to the menu again, there’s something pretty disappointing about the Shimmering Strawberry Soft-Serve that you might not even realize! Shimmering Sips The soft-serve itself is pretty simple with its flavors, even though the presentation is adorable. So, you’d think that Disney would make up for that simplicity by giving you a satisfying helping of ice cream for the $5.25 price tag. Yet, we noticed that the cones were a LOT smaller than they were in previous years, giving about half of the swirl of soft-serve that was previously provided to guests! Shimmering Strawberry Soft Serve The price might be like a great deal, but it’s gotten to be less and less of one as Shimmering Sips practically cuts its helpings of soft-serve in half. If you’re really craving ice cream, there are plenty of other treats that are a better bang for your buck, whether it’s a classic Mickey Bar, Dole Whip, or cone from the Plaza Inn Ice Cream Parlor. Mimosa Fans — This is Your Must-Visit Booth at EPCOT’s Food & Wine Festival ALL the Wings We’ve been VERY hyped about all the new booths at the EPCOT Food & Wine Festival, and the Brew-Wing at the EPCOT Experience combines two fan-favorite items — beers and wings! The menu is made up of mostly chicken wings with five different flavors ranging from mild to hot. Brew-Wing Menu The flavors consist of the mild Garlic-Parmesan Sauce Wings… Wings at Brew-Wings! …medium BBQ Sauce Wings… Barbecue Wings with Celery and Ranch …medium Traditional Buffalo Sauce Wings… Traditional Buffalo Wings with Celery and Ranch …medium Teriyaki-Sesame Sauce Wings… Teriyaki-Sesame Wings with Celery and Ranch …and hot Mango-Habanero Sauce Wings. Along with the wings, celery and ranch are also provided for dipping! Mango-Habanero Wings with Celery and Ranch Even though the wings were tender and tasted great, there weren’t any standout flavors or specialty parts of them! In fact, there are even better wings around other Disney World restaurants that fit the price tag. And, the wings at Brew-Wing might seem like a bit of a rip-off for $7.50, since we weren’t blown away by them. However, wings have been getting more expensive in general everywhere due to a shortage, so you’ll want to keep that in mind before you grab them as a snack in the parks! Forget the Wings! You’ve Gotta See the BOOZE at This NEW EPCOT Food & Wine Festival Booth! Mini Candied Bacon S’mores Funnel Cake You know we can’t pass up a funnel cake in Disney World! And, we DEFINITELY had to stop by Funnel Cake Stand in the American Adventure Pavilion for the booth’s festival option. This year, the menu featured the Mini Candied Bacon S’mores Funnel Cake with crispy and sweet funnel cake and all the toppings! But, was that $9.50 worth it for such a small funnel cake? Probably not, considering the fact that there are bigger AND less expensive options of funnel cake elsewhere. Mini Candied Bacon S’mores Funnel Cake Over in Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Epic Eats is a small kiosk that features MASSIVE funnel cakes. Along with the Cookies and Cream, Strawberry, and specialty flavors, the best part of these huge snacks is that you can get them for under $9! (Yes, all of that for so little!) Look at this fun funnel cake! Besides, the toppings on the Mini Candied Bacon S’mores Funnel Cake weren’t all what we expected, as the s’mores flavors were great but there was very little candied bacon to round it out. On the other hand, Epic Eats usually hits it out of the park with its toppings and flavors, making its funnel cakes an awesome treat whenever you’re in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. A Candied BACON S’Mores Funnel Cake Is Taking Over the EPCOT Food and Wine Festival Fried Falafel Pita While the Tangierine Café restaurant recently closed as Disney took over the Morocco Pavillion, the Tangierine Café: Flavors of the Medina marketplace opened inside the building as part of the festival offerings this year. The marketplace has a totally different menu from the Morocco booth last year with nods to the past Tangierine Café. Tangierine Cafe Flavors of the Medina Booth You might recognize the plant-based Fried Falafel Pita with Tahini Sauce as a popular item, but you may want to think again about getting it! We may have thoroughly enjoyed the Falafel with the creamy Tahini Sauce, lettuce, tomato, onion, and cucumber packed in a pita. But, it was pretty lacking compared to the other more flavorful items you can find around the EPCOT Food & Wine Festival for $5.25. Fried Falafel Pita There’s nothing majorly special about it that makes it seem like a “festival food,” as the Fried Falafel Pita with Tahini Sauce feels more like a typical item you’d regularly find in the parks. However, it’s still a tasty snack, if you’re looking for something on the simple side! FULL REVIEW of the 2021 EPCOT Food and Wine Festival Tangierine Café Booth! Flightless Wine and Beer Food & Wine is part of the name and game, so it’s practically a necessity for grown-ups to have a drink or two when they’re at the festival. And, with all the wine and beer flights around the festival booths, it’s actually more of a deal to grab them instead of the individual sips! For example, over at Hops and Barley, we paid $9.75 to try all the new beers in the Beer Flight, whereas a 6 oz. pour would cost $5 and a 12 oz. pour would cost $9 for a single drink. Wine flight This is the same situation with wine flights, as we saw at Shimmering Sips. Each of the Tropical, Key Lime, and Blood Orange Mimosas were priced at $6.25 on their own. But, you could try all three in the Mimosa Flight for $13! The benefits in the prices of the flights vs. the individual drinks can add up, especially if you plan on trying a bunch of the sips featured at the food booths around the World Showcase! Beer Fans Will NEED to Stop Here at EPCOT’s Food and Wine Festival While these items might be rip-offs in our opinion, you can try some of the most incredible snacks and drinks you’ll find during the festival by watching our Best of the Fest breakdown below!  6 guilty pleasures we love at EPCOT’s 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 What has been your favorite booth so far at this year’s EPCOT Food & Wine Festival? Let us know in the comments below! 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Hello to all of our DFB Friends. We’re at one of our favorite cookie joints at Disney Springs again because, well, we love cookies. We’re back! Yep, we’re talking about Gideon’s Bakehouse, and we’re busy trying out some new monthly flavors (and we’re still happily remembering some old favs, too, including the Original Chocolate Chip, the Coffee Toffee, and the spicy Eternal Flame — and don’t even get us started on the amazing cake slices there!) In case you’re unaware, Gideon’s releases new cookie flavors every month and we’ve got to try them out. And today is August 1st, so there are new cookies to try! August Cookie Card And what caught our eye on the menu is a brand new Evening-exclusive cookie — the Dark Coffee Cake Cookie. It’s available at sunset until it sells out. YUM! Oddly enough, the Morning-exclusive cookie is just a regular Coffee Cake Cookie. Actually, both sound amazing. August cookies Well, you know us — we’re going to try all the new cookies, including the brand new Rocky Road Cookie, and hopefully we’ll get to try the evening-exclusive cookie soon! Would You Run 26.2 Miles for Gideon’s Bakehouse?! One Man Did! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Which August cookie would you like to try? Let us know in the comments! The post Gideon's Bakehouse Introduces New Cookie To Disney Springs, But There's A Catch! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We hate to admit it, but not all cookies are created the same. Some Disney cookies are perfectly sweet and chocolatey, while others fail to live up to the hype. Gideon’s Bakehouse in Disney Springs It’s a tough task, but someone’s got to taste all the cookies around here, and now we’ve got a new Gideon’s Bakehouse treat to try for the month of August! Formerly sold at The Polite Pig in Disney Springs, Gideon’s cookies are HUGE (we’re talking nearly half a pound) fully-loaded cookies with a loyal cult following. Gideon’s Limited Edition Chocolate Chip Key Lime Pie Cookie (YUM!) Cookies aren’t the only thing on the menu, though! Gideon’s also serves cakes, coffee, and other limited-time special offerings! If you want to get your hands on one of these decadent desserts, you’ll sometimes have to join a virtual queue. Luckily, we have plenty of tips and tricks to handle he virtual line! Click here for a Step-By-Step Guide to Getting The One Treat That Has 7 Hour Lines in Disney World Right Now Now, the real question is, what’s up with the new cookie at Gideon’s this month? Well…it’s time to welcome The Rocky Road cookie with Dark Chocolate, Candied Almonds, and Toasted Marshmallow. August Cookies This cookie weighs in at almost half a pound, it’s huge! The cookie’s base is a triple chocolate cookie with a LOT of chocolate and candied almonds. On top, there are marshmallows that have been torched for a nice toasted marshmallow effect. So of course, we HAD to get one and try it! Behold! The Rocky Road! This is a delicious (but messy) treat! Who knew this classic ice cream flavor would transfer SO well into a cookie?! You can stop by Gideon’s Bakehouse and grab one for $6. Yum yum! Keep following DFB for more updates on new snacks and treats around Walt Disney World! Check out our Review of FIVE Limited-Time Jungle Cruise Menu Items in Disney World!! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Have you ever tried a Gideon’s Bakehouse cookie? Let us know in the comments! The post There's a NEW Rocky Road COOKIE in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Even with the most impeccable planning for your Disney World trip, there’s always the possibility that something might go a little off track. Even at the most magical place on earth things can go wrong And, though there are a lot of things you can anticipate — an afternoon rain, a child meltdown, you lose something (or someONE), what about the times that something that you couldn’t necessarily plan for…happens. Well, that’s what we’re talking about today! Attraction Power Outages When you’re vacationing at Disney World in the summer, you can almost always expect at least one afternoon sprinkle but from time to time, a stronger storm passes through that causes some technical issues with attractions. Rain is almost unavoidable in the summer at Disney For example, last year, lightning struck Rise of the Resistance in Disney’s Hollywood Studios causing the attraction to close for a full day. And, more recently, crazy storms have caused power outages (and surges) that have shut down rides at Disney’s Animal Kingdom twice and once even impacted almost ALL of the attractions in Disney World for a short period of time. Flight of Passage queue When these things happen, the outages don’t normally last too long, so head into a shop, grab a snack, or do some of the activities that aren’t rides (like the walking trails at Disney’s Animal Kingdom). If the outages are lasting longer than expected it could be a good time to go back to the hotel and check out some of the activities there. Many guests don’t know that Cast Members host activities throughout the day at the pools and, depending on where you’re staying, you might even be able to find activities like crafts, movies, and even s’mores making. Plus, Disney World hotel pools are a blast if you need a cool-down break mid-day! Fantasyland on a stormy day Now, if you happen to be in line when the rides go down, decide how long you’re willing to wait before hopping out of line. Cast Members won’t normally be able to tell you how long the attraction will be down for so you’ll have to make the call. And, if you’re on the ride when the shut down happens…well…you can be stuck on it for some time and end up needing to be evacuated by Cast Members so try your best to be patient (more on that later). Just note if you ARE in line or on a ride when Cast Members make the call to evacuate it, you’ll usually (but not always!) be compensated with a FastPass to ride that or another attraction later. Click Here For More of The Most Bizarre Disasters in Disney World! Ride Vehicle Malfunctions Have you ever imagined what it would be like to have an attraction ride vehicle break down while you’re still on it? Well, turns out, that has happened. At the beginning of 2020, a group of guests was enjoying their ride down the Nile River (or was it the Amazon?) on Jungle Cruise in Magic Kingdom and the boat unexpectedly began to sink. Water filled the main seating area and guests were forced to stand up on the seats and the edges to keep from going down with it. Guest Photo c/o Amy D. And, just a few months later, shortly after the parks reopened, another boat went down — this time over at Splash Mountain. When the guests noticed that water was filling up the log they stepped out onto the surrounding platform and watched as the water took over. Evacuation in Progress at Splash Mountain First of all, this is MEGA rare, but obviously can and has happened. Now, if this happens to you, it’s important to keep in mind that Disney Cast Members are trained to keep you safe, so just follow their instructions. In both instances, the guests were evacuated from the boats and the ride eventually resumed shortly after. PeopleMover being evacuated And, while a ride vehicle sinking is certainly one of the more bizarre catastrophes in Disney World, there are more instances of rides having technical difficulties and needing to be evacuated. If you find yourself on a ride when it’s being evacuated, there’s no need to panic though — each ride normally has an evacuation path and you’ll be directed every step of the way. And, you might even get a FastPass+ to hop back on the ride later (though this doesn’t always happen). Unexpected Weather We’ve talked a little bit about inclement weather in Florida, but if you’re planning your travels between June 1st and November 30th, it’s important to know that you’ll be visiting during Hurricane season which can result in some extreme weather or even (you guessed it) a hurricane. But, that doesn’t mean that you should entirely avoid visiting Disney World during those five months (that window of time encompasses most of summer!) — instead, you should just factor it into your planning process! Tomorrowland on a “Severe Weather Warning” day All Disney World Resort hotels are equipped for extreme weather, but some are certainly more convenient to be in when bad weather is expected than others. Some resorts are particularly spread out and require a lot of walking (often between buildings) to get to any amenities. And, in the middle of a torrential downpour or severe weather, a walk outside to get to food is something you’ll want to avoid. So, instead, consider staying at a resort that has indoor commutes to common areas like dining and shopping. Animal Kingdom Lodge is a great pick for a fully enclosed hotel! Information for guests staying at Disney World hotels during Hurricane Irma in 2017 When it comes to spending time in the parks, be prepared for many outdoor rides to close when there’s bad weather including Seven Dwarfs Mine Train, Splash Mountain, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, Test Track, and Jungle Cruise, to name a few. We recommend planning to ride those outdoor attractions in the morning as rain tends to come later in the day. And, if a severe weather warning is issued be sure to get inside as soon as you can. (PRO TIP: The perfect time to experience the Hall of Presidents is during an afternoon rainstorm — you get out of the rain, get a cozy seat, AND a patriotic tribute to America’s leaders!) Severe weather in Magic Kingdom You’ll also want to pack extra pairs of shoes even if there isn’t a hurricane predicted for Disney World — it’s bound to rain and you’ll want to have an extra pair in case yours get soaked through. They’ll also come in handy if your log gets an extra Zip-a-dee-doo-dah dunk on Splash Mountain, or you’re a victim of the tidal wave on Kali River Rapids. Time to leave? Now, if you ARE there when a hurricane hits, here’s what to expect (based on what Disney did during Hurricane Irma in 2017). At times, Disney will provide your family with flashlights in case the power goes out and you’ll be able to purchase packaged meals and snacks in the resort food courts and dining locations so you have some food on hand. And, if you’re in the main building where the amenities are, you can take advantage of movie marathons, character meets, and things for the kids to do. Disney knows that you’re stuck inside so they try to make it a somewhat enjoyable experience. Options and provisions will vary from resort to resort. Contemporary Resort in Disney World after Hurricane Irma And, if you’d really like to avoid being in Disney World when severe weather hits, keep an eye on the weather before you go. According to Disney’s hurricane policy, “If a hurricane warning is issued by the National Hurricane Center for the Orlando area—or for your place of residence—within 7 days of your scheduled arrival date, you may call in advance to reschedule or cancel your Walt Disney Travel Company Disney Resort Hotel Package and most room-only reservations (booked directly with Disney) without any cancellation or change fees imposed by Disney.” So, you can reschedule your trip to a time of year when you can fully enjoy the parks without inclement weather. Getting Stuck on the Disney Skyliner or Monorail Disney transportation can be a really convenient way to get between the parks and your resort without having to worry, but it certainly isn’t perfect. And, over the years we’ve seen a few unexpected issues occur on both the Disney Skyliner and monorail. So, let’s start off with the times that the seemingly impossible actually happened on the Skyliner. Skyliner on a pretty day Just a few days after the new transportation option first opened in 2019, two gondolas crashed into each other at the Riviera Resort station, causing a massive shutdown of the transportation system with many people stuck in the gondolas for hours. And, since then we’ve seen a few more crashes that have caused temporary shutdowns of the Skyliner as well. Skyliner So, what happens when you find yourself stuck up in a gondola suspended over Disney? Well, each car is equipped with emergency packs under the seats. These include cold packs, emesis bags, notepads, and water and, if you’re going to be up there for an extended period of time, Cast Members will direct you to open them up over the speaker system. Each car has an emergency pack! In most cases, Disney was able to get the crash cleared fairly quickly and restart the Skyliner to get guests to the nearest station. But, if that’s not possible, then the fire department with come and evacuate guests from the gondolas (which is what happened during the first crash). Plus, keep in mind that if you find that you’re going to miss a dining reservation (or a FastPass when they return), the Skyliner actually has a dedicated guest services line that you can call to let them know. The number is 407-827-2515. Skyliner Not Operating And, for those who are staying at the Disney Skyliner hotels, the resorts will each offer bus transportation to and from EPCOT and Disney’s Hollywood Studios so you’ll still be able to get to the parks or back in the event the Skyliner is closed. Now, what about the monorail? Well, it’s pretty uncommon to actually get stuck on the monorail, and we usually only see delays of a few minutes as you wait for another monorail to clear the station. But if you do end up stuck for any reason, you’ll likely hear from the Cast Members who will give you directions on what to do (remember, they’re trained for these situations). Monorail And, in all of the situations, try to be patient, and if you have a real emergency when you’re stuck call 911 and then use the emergency call box in your car to speak with Cast Members. Click HERE For The Pros and Cons of Traveling on the Disney Skyliner! Getting Sick in Disney World Whether it’s a cold or some other illness, it’s never fun to catch something when you’re visiting Disney World — but it does happen. In fact, we’ve gotten sick, needed prescriptions, AND, in rare cases, needed emergency medical attention before when visiting Disney World. Disney World First Aid So, what happens when you need to visit urgent care or pick up some prescription medication? Well, recently Disney announced that Adventhealth is now the official healthcare provider for Disney World, which means that there are even more options for guests who need medical attention when visiting the parks right in the My Disney Experience app! Advent Health Cast Member at the former Temperature Screening areas The new features (known as “World of Wellness”) include a full suite of virtual services available for those who have healthcare questions in Disney World like Emergency Room resources, Urgent Care and Virtual Care, a Care Concierge Call Center, Vacation Planning resources, and Equipment and Prescription Delivery. ©Disney | AdventHealth Here are the easy steps to find it in your My Disney Experience app, Open your My Disney Experience app, Tap on the “three bar/more” icon at the bottom of the screen (some tech-savvy peeps call it the “hamburger icon”), Scroll ALL THE WAY DOWN to the bottom of the screen — find the “Health Care Services” button (right under “My Profile”), Tap on that button to be directed to the World of Wellness Portal See? It’s that’s easy! ©Disney The new AdventHealth app (which you’ll be prompted to download from the My Disney Experience app) includes the ability to meet virtually with a doctor or nurse practitioner 24/7 with no appointment needed, speak with a “Care Concierge” who can help with doctor’s appointments, virtual care, medical equipment and prescription delivery to Walt Disney World Resort hotels, and more. ©Disney Plus, you can even get information about urgent care facilities in the area or take advantage of complimentary transportation to Centra Care Urgent Care (which is open 7 days a week). You’ll just need to arrange it through Disney’s first aid centers, front desk Cast Members at the Disney hotels, or by calling the AdventHealth Experience Center. Disney World First Aid And, if you find yourself needing a prescription while you’re visiting Disney World, you can contact AdventHealth’s Experience Center 7 days a week and arrange for your medications to be delivered to your pharmacy of choice or even directly to your Disney World hotel. Learn MORE About the New AdventHealth Resources HERE! So, hopefully, you don’t run into any of these unexpected (and seemingly impossible) issues in Disney World, but if you do you’ll be prepared! And, if you want to learn about more weird problems we’ve encountered while visiting the parks, you can check out our video below! By the way, are you a DFB Video subscriber? If you hit the button below, you can subscribe to our channel and catch up on ALL of our latest episodes! Check out our latest video and let us know: What is the most unexpected problem you’ve run into in Disney World? Check Out 6 Super Weird Things That Have Happened to Us at Disney World Hotels! 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Now we have even more new content to look forward to on Disney+ in August! New Goofy Shorts are Coming to Disney+ in August! Between Loki and Black Widow, July was a GREAT month for Disney+ binging, especially for all the Marvel fans out there! But don’t worry, there are tons of exciting premieres to look forward to in August too, including a brand-new series of animated shorts starring the one-and-only GOOFY! Disney recently announced another new addition to Disney+ coming this August. Goofy will star in three new hand-drawn animated shorts called Walt Disney Animation Studios Presents Goofy in How to Stay at Home, with helpful insights into a few topics we’ve become quite familiar with! Hey, Goof! The three shorts will include “How to Wear a Mask,” “Learning to Cook,” and “Binge Watching.” Creator Eric Goldberg said that since Goofy has also spent much of the last year and a half adapting to new challenges, he thought Goofy could provide some good-natured lessons and show how to make the best of a challenging situation. ©Disney The trio of new animated shorts is set to premiere on Disney+ on August 11th. Happy binge-watching, fellow Disney fans! Here’s EVERYTHING Coming to Disney+ in August! 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 watching on Disney+ this month? Let us know in the comments! The post New Animated Shorts Starring Goofy Will Premiere on Disney+ Soon! 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. Ready to take your toddler to Disney World, but you’re feeling a bit overwhelmed? You’re ready to go to Disney World! We feel ya. There’s a lot of planning involved with any regular Disney trip, but add a toddler into the mix and things get instantly more complicated…especially when it comes to packing. Kids need quite a few things when traveling, and today we’re sharing our ultimate packing list for your little ones — so nothing gets left behind! First of all — we say this often — there is no “right age” to bring a kid to Disney World. It really depends on you and your family. Some wait until they’re big enough to actively participate while others are cool with bringing their kiddos as newborns! A magical trip can be magical at ANY age and what works for one might not work for another. BUT, if you’ve decided to take your toddler to Disney World (and take advantage of not buying them a ticket until they’re 3!) you can have an AWESOME time. We’re gonna give you some packing tips to make it easy peasy. Snacks Let’s start by talking about the important things — food!!! Your child is inevitably going to get hungry during your trip, and there’s the chance that they won’t like the food options that Disney has to offer. Even worse, toddlers love to get hungry at the most inopportune times (like while ON a ride or RIGHT after the bus takes off from your hotel!). You’re on vacation and your schedule is understandably different than at home. What time is it? It’s SNACK O’CLOCK! A lack of naps and bedtimes, travel, and overstimulation can mean your kid’s eating habits could do a 180 on you so be ready for it. Sometimes the best eaters won’t eat a bite for days or that favorite snack is suddenly a turn-off to them. Have options (and backup options) ready to go. If you pack their favorite snacks, you’ll help prevent problems that may arise. Bring your favorite snacks with you! Portability is key so opt for pre-packaged portioned snacks or invest in some small Ziploc baggies. With such a busy schedule in the parks, you may be eating at unpredictable times, so having snacks will help avoid hunger-induced meltdowns. Extra Clothes If there’s one thing we know about toddlers, it’s that they can get into messes no matter where they go! And at Disney World, there are dozens of ways to get messy. Throughout the day, your child could have an accident (oh the joys of potty training!), they could spill food on themselves, or they could get wet from rain or playing in splash pads. You don’t want to have to buy clothes in the parks! Like many other things, it’s better to have extra clothes and not need them than to be without in an emergency. Throw an extra set of clothes (don’t forget socks and undies too!) in your bag juuust in case. Don’t learn this lesson the hard way when you’re rushing in a gift shop to spend $$ on the first kid-sized shirt you can find! Practical Shoes And speaking of wet clothes, wet shoes can be even more uncomfortable! That’s exactly why we recommend choosing shoes that don’t cause problems in the rain or water. Make sure you pick shoes that are practical! If you can, make sure to get your child shoes that they can wear without socks, but that are still comfortable to walk in. We’re big fans of enclosed-toe kid sandals. Their toes aren’t wiggling out the front and they’re really more like velcro shoes but with ventilation and water-friendly materials. These unisex sandals by Keen have worked really well for some of our kids! Bonus points — they’re easy to clean! We Wore Crocs in Disney World — Click Here to See How it Went! A Stroller Fan Next up, let’s discuss the things you may need to purchase before your trip. A stroller for a toddler is a must but it’s up to you if you want to bring one from home or rent one for your visit. Either way, Florida is known for being incredibly hot and humid, so a fan that attaches to your stroller would be a great investment! ©Amazon Here’s a great option that you can purchase on Amazon right now. It has adjustable legs to attach to your stroller and is battery-operated, so no charging is necessary. All for $24.99! You may want to pick up some extra batteries — because you could be using that little fan A LOT! This is a LIFESAVER in the warmer months (so, you know, basically year-round!) to keep your kiddo cool and makes napping in a stroller MUCH more comfortable. A Poncho In the same vein, along with being hot and humid, Florida also gets regular rain! We recommend bringing a few ponchos with you. Grab a poncho and brave it! This can be handy to wear to keep the rain off, but they’re also useful to protect your stroller from getting soggy from a rain shower passing through. Trust us, we’ve been there. We’ve parked our stroller to experience an attraction as a family with not a cloud in the sky, only to return it to find that it was rained on while we were gone! No toddler wants to sit in a soggy seat (and we don’t blame them) so have that poncho handy, just in case. And buy them ahead of time to save yourself from paying a premium in the parks! Stroller Cover Speaking of covering that stroller, if you have a double stroller or just want to really ensure your kid stays dry in there, invest in a dedicated stroller cover. These are basically just giant ponchos fit to your stroller! Many come in universal sizes meant to work on most strollers. This universal single-sized cover is about $15 and this double stroller cover is only $17.50! Hat and Sunglasses They’re not just stylish, they’re practical too! You’ll definitely want to pick your child up a hat and some sunglasses before your trip to help shield them from the sun. And to add to the magic…there are plenty of Disney options to choose from! ©Disney How cute is this Mickey Mouse Bucket Hat for Toddlers? You can get it right now on shopDisney for just $19.99. The perfect way to let your little one wear ears and stay protected at the same time. Wipes Anyone who has a toddler knows how helpful wet wipes can be. Whether you choose disinfecting wipes or baby wipes, you’ll want to pack something to help eradicate the sticky messes. And believe us, Disney World’s surfaces can get pretty sticky! You may even spot disinfecting wipes in high-touch areas. With hundreds of people sitting at the same tables each day and Mickey ice cream bars that drip all over, you’ll likely encounter several moments throughout the day where you need to clean up a table or — more likely — your kid. These Amazon brand wipes are cheap, you get a lot of them, and they work really well! We were constantly shocked by how many times we were whipping out the wipes with our little kids in Disney World. Sticky hands and messy faces are a toddler way of life but in Disney World, that seems to get cranked up to 11! Here’s How to Tackle EPCOT’s Food & Wine Festival With Kids! Sunscreen Did we mention that Florida is HOT? If so, we can’t say it enough! The sun is really intense here in the Sunshine State, so you’re going to need that sunscreen — especially for toddlers with more sensitive skin. Protect your (and your child’s) skin! If you don’t pack some, there are places where you can purchase it all around the resort (you’ll be spending more money than at your local store, but it’s a necessity). Just make sure that you don’t go without…you and your child will regret it later if you do! Pro tip: invest in sunscreen powder! This little miracle is super portable, works great, and best of all — is easy to apply. If you’ve ever wrestled with a screaming slippery toddler trying to get an even coat of sunscreen on them, you know the struggle is REAL. We especially love this sunscreen powder for delicate faces and scalps (bonus — it seems to last forever!). Their Own Water Bottle We tell our readers all the time that it’s incredibly important to stay hydrated in the parks. With all the sweating and walking, it’s easy to start feeling faint before you even realize what’s going on. And for the little ones, that means that they should get their own water bottle as well. DFB Stainless Steel Water Bottles If the kiddos have their own bottles, then it’ll be easier to keep track of how much water they’ve had throughout the day and they won’t be depleting someone else’s supply. Most toddlers haven’t mastered drinking out of an open bottle, so opt for sippy cups with built-in straws or designs that don’t leak when (inevitably) tossed out the stroller, on the ground in the restaurant, in a queue, etc. This design by Munchkin is super easy for toddlers to drink out of without a straw, doesn’t leak, and is easy to clean. Prefer a straw? This sippy cup is great. Favorite Comfort Items Just like at home, your child is likely going to want their favorite comfort items. Whether that’s a stuffed animal, blanket, or favorite toy, don’t forget to bring it along! Don’t forget your child’s favorites at home! New and uncomfortable environments can be pretty overwhelming, so having a piece of something familiar can help prevent meltdowns during your trip. It’ll be something that keeps them happy and grounded and allows you to keep your sanity! What Happens When Things Go WRONG in Disney World? Click Here! Activities for Waiting in Line It’s no secret that you’ll be waiting in quite a few lines at Disney World. Everything from restaurants to rides to restrooms have queues, and it’s really easy for children to get bored during those long waits. Jungle Cruise’s Wait Time Can Get Loooooong…. That’s why we suggest packing some activities! Handheld games, coloring books, stickers, and any other small item that can be stored in a backpack would be great to keep your kids occupied during the most tedious parts of your day. We loved keeping a coloring book and crayons in our bag for restaurants too — those Disney menu/coloring sheets get really boring and repetitive real fast for kids! Toys/Souvenirs Okay, let’s face it…gift shops with children can be tricky. Inevitably, they’re going to spot something that they want you to buy and you may have to say the big N-O. However, we’ve got a solution! They’ll definitely see something that they want! Purchase a few souvenirs online ahead of your trip. Then, when you arrive, you can hand them out throughout your visit to help mitigate the desire for things in the stores. You can even make it into a fun game or surprise each day! This obviously doesn’t work as well for bigger kids that have their eye on specific goodies. But for your younger set, they’re much easier to please! Any Medicine They May Need While Disney World is home to several First Aid stations with many different options for medicine, they may not have exactly what you need. If your child is used to taking a certain brand, dosage, or type of medicine, then your vacation probably isn’t the time to switch things up. First Aid may not have exactly what you need. Set aside some medicines that your child may need and pack them in your park bag. Even common over-the-counter medicines like children’s Tylenol can be good to stash away in your luggage — just in case you need it, you won’t have to hunt for it! Once again, it’s one of those “better to have it and not need it” scenarios. Don’t forget kiddo shampoo/baby wash and kids’ toothpaste too if needed! Here’s How to Handle the BIG Issues You Face in Disney World Bubble Wands Oh no, the dreaded bubble wands! They’ll all over the place in the parks and your child is surely going to see another kid with one and beg you for their own. But, the ones at Disney World are pricey! Save your money and buy one online ahead of time. Bubble wands are overpriced in the parks! And if you purchase one, don’t forget to buy the extra bubble solution. This pack is cheap and large! If you leave it running all day, it’s going to empty itself FAST and then you’ll have one sad kiddo. Or even worse — a sad parent that just shelled out a lot of money for soapy water refills! (Click here for a great bubble wand from Amazon!) A Kiddie Camera And if you’re looking for something more fun to add to the packing list, may we suggest a kiddie camera? Think about this — all week long your child will watch you snap pictures during your vacation and they’ll likely want to take a few of their own! Save the stress of your toddler running around with your phone in hand trying to take pics and get a camera just for them! ©Amazon Plus, at the end of your trip, you’ll have a whole series of photos from your toddler’s point of view. Whether or not they turn out well, it’ll certainly be fun to check them out! Autograph Book And last but not least, make sure to pack an autograph book. Once character meet-and-greets come back in a traditional sense, you’ll want a way to remember all the character interactions that you enjoy throughout the week. ©Disney It’ll be a wonderful souvenir to look back on years from now, and you can even take the time to add photos to the book! Here’s What You Need to Know About Character Dining Right Now! Plastic Bags It may sound random, but plastic or ziplock bags can come in SO handy with toddlers, or let’s be real, they’re just handy. Period. Splash Mountain Ziploc Bringing a few with you can help you store wet, soggy clothes, protect items from water rides or rain, or store any leftover snacks that your toddler can munch on later in the day. We always try to carry some with us because they’re so universal! BONUS TIP! If you’re in the park and you lose something — whether it’s a shoe, blanket, pacifier, bottle, or anything else — make sure to check on top of the trash cans! That’s where most Cast Members place items before they take them to lost and found. So, your first course of action should be to head to the area where you lost the item and check the tops of trash cans. If it’s not there, then check with Guest Services at the front of the park. We spot lost items on the trash cans all the time! If you’re taking your little one to Disney World soon, the best thing to remember is that you should relax. You’ll need to remain flexible and patient throughout your trip, and as long as you do that, you’ll have a great time! For more traveling advice and tips for the parks, make sure to keep following along with DFB! Here Are the 50 Most Important Things to Know Before You Go to Disney World! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Have you ever taken a small child to Disney World? What are your best tips? The post The Ultimate Packing List for Toddlers in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Can you believe that tomorrow is the first day of AUGUST?! This year has been much quicker than last year! This year is more than halfway over! Over the past 7 months, we’ve seen a lot of huge changes and massive news bombs come out of Disney World, and the wild ride is just beginning! Not everything has fully reopened yet and some things are even taking a step backward in terms of health and safety protocols, so if you’re traveling soon, here are 11 things you need to know about Disney World in August. Several Restaurants Are Reopening Multiple restaurants are opening back up this month, starting with Pizzafari at Disney’s Animal Kingdom on August 2nd! After that, we’ll get not one, not two, but THREE reopenings on August 5th. Columbia Harbour House is coming back! On that day, Columbia Harbour House at Magic Kingdom, Toledo at Coronado Springs Resort, and Yachtsman Steakhouse at the Yacht Club Resort will all return to business as usual. Some of those spots are even getting new menus! Click Here to Check Out Menus for Toledo and Yachtsman Steakhouse! The Hall of Presidents Will Reopen At some point this month, although an exact date has yet to be announced, Magic Kingdom’s The Hall of Presidents will reopen to the public. Hall of Presidents The show has been closed since January to add in the new animatronic of President Joe Biden. ©Disney We got a sneak peek at this new addition a little while back, but everyone will soon be able to see it in person as he delivers the oath of office. Click Here to Check Out the Sneak Peek of the New Animatronic! Some Resorts Are Getting Refurbished Currently, several hotels at Disney World are getting makeovers. Disney’s Contemporary Resort is getting a big overhaul, with the guest rooms being transformed to match a new The Incredibles theme. And right now, you’ll find a LOT of scrim inside the main building! Contemporary Resort Construction Disney’s Saratoga Springs and Old Key West Resorts are also seeing some updates to the main guest areas of the resorts. By the time those refurbishments are complete in September, the lobbies will be fully updated! There are also some room updates coming to Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, where one building of hotel rooms is being converted into DVC villas. Disney World Hotels Are Changing — Learn More Here! Fireworks Are Coming Back to Hollywood Studios On August 1st, fireworks are coming back to Disney’s Hollywood Studios with the return of the nighttime show Wonderful World of Animation. Wonderful World of Animation This show features clips from every Disney animated film projected onto the Chinese Theatre. You’ll also get a few fireworks throughout, so make sure to put this on your itinerary for your next visit! Click Here to Check Out What the Return of Fireworks Was Like at Magic Kingdom! Monsters, Inc. Laugh Floor is Reopening And speaking of entertainment, several daytime shows are returning to the parks as well. Monsters, Inc. Laugh Floor will once again be creating chuckles at Magic Kingdom on August 8th. Not for long! This show has been closed for nearly a year and a half, but we’re definitely excited to venture back into the world of Monstropolis! Click Here to Read About the Best Things That Ever Happened to Our Readers in Disney World! Beauty and the Beast Live on Stage is Reopening And over at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, we can once again relive the “tale as old as time” when Beauty and the Beast — Live on Stage reopens on August 15th. Beauty and the Beast Theater of the Stars This show tells the story of the classic animated film (you guessed it!) Beauty and the Beast through song, dance, and a Broadway-style performance. For a while last year, this theater was used as a seating area, but we’re glad that it will be used to its full potential again! 15 DFB Reviews To Read Before Visiting Hollywood Studios — Click Here! Turtle Talk with Crush is Reopening For those whose kiddos love exploring The Seas, you’ll be glad to know that Turtle Talk with Crush is available once again on August 21st. Turtle Talk with Crush This show features favorite characters from Finding Nemo and Finding Dory. Guests can interact and ask them questions — it’s a great option for little ones! Here’s How to Tackle the Food & Wine Festival With Kids! Halloween Celebrations Begin And one of the biggest things happening in August is that the Fall/Halloween season kicks off! August 10th is the first date of the Disney After Hours BOO Bash, and we’ll be there to celebrate and bring you all the details. Disney After Hours BOO Bash ©Disney This After Hours event is a little different than the typical Halloween party, but it will feature free snacks, lower crowds, and fun character interactions. Many dates for this year’s event are already sold out, so purchase your tickets now if you haven’t already! Click Here to Learn More About BOO Bash! Animal Kingdom Lodge Reopens Later in the month on August 26th, Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge will finally reopen! The DVC Villas at Kidani Village was previously open to the public, but now all of Jambo House will join them. Animal Kingdom Lodge We haven’t yet heard word on whether or not Boma and Jiko, Jambo House’s two big restaurants, will be reopening, but we’ll make sure to let you know when we get more details. Go ahead and book your stay here if you want that stunning savanna view! Click Here for All of the Resort Reopening Dates! The EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival Continues Even though it kicked off last month, we’d like to mention that the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival will be running throughout the month of August! There are more than 20 booths open currently, with 9 more opening in October. We’re ready to eat some more food! They’ve got everything from noodles to funnel cakes to cheese-filled beignets this year, and we certainly wouldn’t blame you if you wanted to try it ALL. Make sure to check out our reviews before you go, and pick up a copy of the DFB festival guidebook! Click Here to Check Out the Best of the Fest! Mask Mandates Have Changed Again And finally, one of the biggest updates to note is that Disney World’s face mask policy has changed yet again! As of July 30th, all guests (regardless of vaccination status) are required to once again wear face coverings indoors. Guests have to wear masks indoors again! This requirement was put in place due to guidelines from the CDC and local government officials. Previously, only unvaccinated guests were required to wear masks indoors, so this is quite the shake-up for health and safety protocol. Click Here to Learn More About This New Rule! That’s everything big you need to know before visiting WDW in August! Stay tuned to DFB throughout the month for more news and updates along the way. We’ll be here to share all of it! Here’s Our Month-by-Month Guide to Planning Your Disney World Trip! 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 going to Disney World in August? Let us know in the comments! The post 11 Things You Need to Know About Disney World in August first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Alien Pizza Planet in Tomorrowland at Disneyland is much like the fictional restaurant in Toy Story: it serves up pizza, pasta, and other delicious treats! Alien Pizza Planet This is a fun spot to grab some snacks or a quick meal, and it uses Mobile Order! Recently, we stopped by this Tomorrowland spot to check out a treat that we haven’t had in a WHILE. If you head inside Alien Pizza Planet… Inside Alien Pizza Planet in Tomorrowland …you’ll find the Alien Macaron, known officially as The Macarooooon! Yes, “o” is really in the name five times! Screenshot from Disneyland App This treat is available for $5.99 and features a lemon macaron with blackberry filling, which was delicious! In the past we’ve spotted this macaron at the Disneyland Pixar Fest and a special Santa version of the treat for the holidays! Ooooo! The Macarooooon! However, buyer beware! This treat is crumbly and fragile, so make sure you keep this one secure. Ours actually fell out of our hands once, so be careful! It all fell apart! Overall, this was a delicious treat with a nice refreshing flavor, it’s just a bit on the fragile side. Head on over to Alien Pizza Planet in Disneyland’s Tomorrowland to give it a try! We’re constantly looking for Disney treats and the latest Disney news, so stay tuned for more! Click here to read more about the fan-favorite Disneyland treat that’s back at the park! 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 the Alien Macaron? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTOS: Ooooooo! We Found the 'Toy Story' Treat of Your Dreams in Disneyland! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

As COVID-19 continues to be a global issue, infection rates have risen and fallen due to vaccines, variants, and other factors. ©Orange County, Florida Locations like Florida’s Orange County continue to push for more people to get vaccinated as the state of Florida goes into “crisis mode.” Today, we have some news about Florida’s infection rates. According to Fox 35 Orlando, Florida has reported its highest one-day total of COVID-19 cases since the beginning of the pandemic. The new record high that Florida reached is a one-day total of 21,683 new cases. This record-high level of infections has led to Disney re-implementing mask requirements. Mask Sign in Disney World The state has become a hot spot for the virus, accounting for a fifth of the overall cases in the country. These record-breaking numbers were recorded on Friday and released today. Only one day before, Florida reported 17,093 new cases, and the figures show how rapidly case numbers are rising. ©Tampa Bay General Hospital On the same day as these record-breaking numbers, Governor Ron DeSantis banned mask requirements for schools which start up again next month. ©Fox10 News | Florida Governor Ron DeSantis We’ll keep you posted with the latest developments, stay tuned here for more. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! The post NEWS: Florida Reports Highest Day of COVID-19 Cases Since the Start of the Pandemic first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Howdy from Walt Disney World! Woody! We’re taking a look at allll the average wait times from those magical parks this week, from Big Thunder Mountain Railroad to Tower of Terror, so let’s jump right into it! Here’s a look at the average wait times in Disney World this week. Magic Kingdom In Magic Kingdom, Seven Dwarfs Mine Train had the longest average wait time AGAIN this week with 87 minutes! Heigh, Ho! Heigh, Ho! Then, we had Splash Mountain at 74 minutes, Space Mountain at 69 minutes Jungle Cruise at 63 minutes, Peter Pan’s Flight at 58 minutes, Haunted Mansion at 51 minutes, Pirates of the Caribbean at 45 minutes, Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin at 44 minutes, and Astro Orbiter at 44 minutes. The lions are protecting the sleeping zebra! Down in the 30s, we had Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh at 38 minutes, “its a small world” at 35 minutes, Under the Sea – Journey of the Little Mermaid at 34 minutes, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at 33 minutes, and Dumbo the Flying Elephant at 30 minutes. Oh, bother After that we had Tomorrowland Speedway at 26 minutes, Barnstormer featuring the Great Goofini at 26 minutes, Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover at 24 minutes, Magic Carpets of Aladdin at 23 minutes, Mickey’s PhilharMagic at 22 minutes, Prince Charming Regal Carrousel at 22 minutes, and Mad Tea Party at 19 minutes. PhilharMagic Rides down in the single digits included Liberty Square Riverboat at 7 minutes, Country Bear Jamboree at 5 minutes, Tom Sawyer Island at 5 minutes, Carousel of Progress at 5 minutes, Enchanted Tiki Room at 0 minutes, and Swiss Family Robinson Treehouse at 0 minutes. EPCOT Over in EPCOT, Test Track had the longest average wait time at 69 minutes! Vroom Vroom After that, we had Frozen Ever After at 54 minutes, Soarin’ at 30 minutes, Mission: SPACE at 28 minutes, and Gran Fiesta Tour at 27 minutes. One of the best pre-shows Rides with even shorter wait times included Spaceship Earth at 21 minutes, The Seas with Nemo and Friends at 15 minutes, Journey into Imagination at 11 minutes, and Living with the Land at 11 minutes. The Seas Pavilion The theater shows in EPCOT all had zero waits this past week except for ONE! Awesome Planet had an average wait time of a whopping 1 minute! The shows with no waits included: American Adventure, Beauty and the Beast Sing-Along, Disney and Pixar Short Film Festival, Impressions de France, and Reflections of China! Hollywood Studios Over in Hollywood Studios, we saw Slinky Dog Dash had the highest average wait time this week at 95 minutes. Toy Story Land After that we had Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run at 84 minutes, Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster featuring Aerosmith at 72 minutes, Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway at 64 minutes, Tower of Terror at 62 minutes, and Toy Story Mania at 46 minutes. Millennium Falcon: Smuggler’s Run Following that was Alien Swirling Saucers at 35 minutes, Star Tours – The Adventures Continue at 27 minutes, Muppet*Vision 3D at 13 minutes, Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy at 13 minutes, and Walt Disney Presents at 12minutes, Animal Kingdom Last but certainly not least, we go over to Animal Kingdom where Avatar Flight of Passage had the longest average wait time at 123 minutes. Flight of Passage Following that was Kilimanjaro Safaris at 51 minutes, Na’vi River Journey at 49 minutes, and Kali River Rapids at 47 minutes. Zebras on Kilimanjaro Safaris We had Expedition Everest at 34 minutes, DINOSAUR at 30 minutes, It’s Tough to Be a Bug at 14 minutes, TriceraTop Spin at 11 minutes, and Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail at 0 minutes. TriceraTop Spin There’s your look at all the average wait times in Disney World this week! We’ll be keeping an eye on the lines, as usual, so stay tuned to DFB! Click here to see which ride just got its own MagicBand! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What’s the longest you’ll wait in line for your favorite ride? Tell us in the comments! The post 11 Rides Had Average Wait Times Over an Hour In Disney World This Week 😳 first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We are not quite sure what is going on in the plush department at Disney World recently. I will NOT be sleeping tonight. First, they give us a Simba that was the thing of nightmares, and now they have taken another beloved character and shown us a…different perspective. While he won’t be giving us nightmares like Simba, Chewbacca has been transformed into something quite meme-worthy and we had to take the first swing at it. Apart from the look of sheer terror in his eyes, most of the plushes we saw had to have a mini groom session just to see their face. We really can’t tell if he is super excited about something or if he just witnessed a crime. We will just take a little off the top. Given the look on his face, we hope Chewbacca has something in his bag to keep him relaxed. The bag actually opens and closes! If you wanna pick up this excited little furball, we did spot him in the Emporium and he was priced at $26.99. All things considered, he is still super cute This attempt is WAY better than what happened to Simba recently, but we are still not sure why Disney is doing our favorite characters like this! We have our fingers on the pulse of all things weird at Disney World, so stay tuned here! Click Here to See How Disney Ruined Simba! 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 is your best caption for this Chewbacca plush? Let us know in the comments below!The post This Disney World Plush Is Just Asking to Be a Meme first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney’s Kilimanjaro Safaris is a unique attraction at Disney World since you get to see real wildlife! The reserve serves as a place for endangered species like the White Rhino to be preserved and saved from extinction. The attraction is also MASSIVE and there are new additions popping up at this reserve all the time. Rhinos at the Kilimanjaro Safaris Recently, we caught word of a new addition to the attraction! Yesterday, Disney’s Animal Kingdom welcomed the latest addition to Kilimanjaro Safaris — Humphrey the baby giraffe! This little guy was born in June and just made his debut on the savanna after bonding with his mom backstage. Dr. Mark Penning (Vice President, Disney’s Animals, Science & Environment) announced the arrival of Humphrey on Instagram! Earlier this year, we saw some other new additions at the attractions, including a new baby rhino named Ranger! The arrival of Ranger helped support the comeback of the endangered White Rhino. ©Disney Parks Blog At the end of last year, we also spotted a new baby babirusa and the arrival of a new goat exhibit on the safari! All these additions just make Kilimanjaro Safaris even better (and cuter!). Goats on Kilimanjaro Safaris We’re always keeping up with the latest Disney news! Stay tuned here for more! Click here to read 7 NEW Announcements about Disney’s Galactic Starcruiser Hotel 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 about Kilimanjaro Safari’s new baby giraffe? Let us know in the comments! The post VIDEO: There's An ADORABLE New Addition at Disney's Animal Kingdom! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

This last month was a MAJOR foodie month in Disney World! July was the official kickoff of the EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival, but this month also included the Flavors of Florida event in Disney Springs, plus a ton of restaurants reopening like Citricos, Trail’s End, and ‘Ohana. It’s Food and Wine Festival season once again! As always, there were food items we absolutely loved, and there were other dishes that totally fell flat. Here’s our monthly roundup of the best and worst things we ate at Disney World for July! The BEST: Crispy Chicken on a Sriracha-glazed Donut from Donut Box This year’s EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival kicked off in July with a bang! Among all of our picks for the Best of the Fest, the Crispy Chicken on a Sriracha-glazed Donut from Donut Box definitely got our attention more than other food items! A chicken sandwich on a sriracha donut because why not? Like, seriously, what mad scientist thought a chicken sandwich on a sriracha donut was a good idea? But you know what — it kind of worked in a beautiful, confusing, glorious way. You can try this one out for yourself at Donut Box for $8.50. Click here to read our full review of Donut Box at the Food and Wine Festival! Crispy Pig Ear Salad from The Swanky Saucy Swine The next standout dish for the month of July (and across the entire Food and Wine Festival) was another eyebrow-raising item: the Crispy Pig Ear Salad from a new booth, The Swanky Saucy Swine. This salad is a plate of Crispy Pig Ears with Fire-Roasted Tomatillo Sauce, Pickled Red Onions, Queso Fresco, Roasted Corn Salsa, and Avocado Cream. Crispy Pig Ear Salad Trust us, we’re as shocked as you are for raving about how much we love crispy pig ears, but hey, anything is possible at the Food and Wine Festival. We love the entire menu at The Swanky Saucy Swine, but the balance of incredible flavors and textures in this salad was the star. The best part? It’s only $5.25! Click here to read our Best of the Fest list from the 2021 EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival! Golden Spider Roll from Splitsville Luxury Lanes Splitsville has officially made it onto our “Best” month for two months in a row! After their stellar showing in June with their Pride Flight, the bar was set high for them to deliver during Flavors of Florida — and boy did they deliver with the Golden Spider Roll! Golden Spider Roll This dish includes Tempura-fried Soft-shell Crab, Cucumber, and Avocado wrapped in Soy Paper and Sushi Rice topped with Diced Mango, Honey Wasabi, Eel Sauce, and Micro Greens. Don’t worry, it doesn’t actually come with spiders — it gets its name from the crispy crab legs that stick out from the top, resembling a spider! Golden Spider Roll This dish was a knockout combination of lovely presentation, tasty flavor, and a nice balance of texture. If the thought of wasabi scares you off, no fear — it wasn’t all that spicy! Flavors of Florida runs through August 12th, so you have a few more days to try this dish out for yourself (along with all of the other tasty dishes around Disney Springs!). It costs $20. Click here to read our review of the Golden Spider Roll from Splitsville! “The Lion King” from Tiffins Continuing our list of favorite eats from the month of July, the winner for most stunning dessert hands down goes to The Lion King from Tiffins in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Just based on looks alone, this dish was a memorable standout from this past month. Based on the menu it seems rather unassuming — it’s a plate of Caramel Mousse, Chocolate Brownie, and Strawberry-Mango Sauce. But once the plate actually arrived, we were truly blown away. Look at this beauty! On top of how stunning this dessert is, it’s also delicious! The caramel mousse was super smooth and tasty, and all of the accompanying fruit flavors balanced it really well. Tiffins is a pricier Table Service restaurant in Disney World, but honestly, we would return just for this dessert alone if we could! It’s available for $15. Click here to read our full review of “The Lion King” from Tiffins! Our very own Maple Popcorn Ice Cream Hack! Our final pick for the BEST thing we ate this month is a good old food hack! One of our reporters got super creative on their trip to EPCOT and decided to combine some salty and sweet flavors for some serious fall vibes. First stop? The popcorn booth in the Canada Pavilion for some Maple Popcorn for $6.25. This is a must have when you go to EPCOT Second stop? Refreshment Port right next door to the Canada Pavilion for their Apple-Cinnamon Soft-Serve Waffle Cone for $5.25. Soooo delicious! Then, you simply “sprinkle” the Maple Popcorn on top of the Apple-Cinnamon Soft-Serve and BAM! You’re instantly transported to a crisp autumn day. Fall Flavors Waffle Cone Okay, maybe the middle of summer in Central Florida is the total antithesis of all things fall, but if you’re looking for the ultimate sweet and salty combo that’s both smooth and crunchy, follow this food hack next time you’re in EPCOT. In total, it cost us $11.50. Click here for the full instructions on how to copy this food hack! The WORST: Black Widow Shake from D-Luxe Burger While we WISH we could sing the praises of every single thing we try at Disney World, inevitably there will be a few food and drink items that stand out for all of the WRONG reasons. It breaks our little foodie hearts, but we’re starting off our “worst” list for July with the Black Widow Shake from D-Luxe Burger. This limited-time offering had an odd pairing of cherry flavor mixed with the Cayenne Pepper. Black Widow Shake Yeah, it didn’t sound good on paper, and it didn’t taste all that good in person. Now, we actually really enjoyed the matching Black Widow Burger that was offered during this limited-time promo, so this trip to D-Luxe Burger wasn’t an entire letdown! The Black Widow Shake was available for $9.99. Click here to read our full review of the limited-time Black Widow offerings at D-Luxe Burger! Chicken Ravioli from Italy Every year we think to ourselves, “Maybe THIS will be the year that the Italy Booth finally impresses us.” Sadly, 2021 would not be that year. To be fair, there were some items we didn’t loathe entirely (we were actually impressed with the Mezzelune Croccanti), but that Chicken Ravioli was once again our annual reminder that the Italy Booth is a big letdown at the EPCOT Food and Wine Festival. Chicken Ravioli Their Chicken Ravioli has a knack for coming across as rubbery and flavorless, and for $13, you’re better off traveling elsewhere in EPCOT for a pasta dish. Maybe next year! Click here to read our full review of the Italy Booth from this year’s Food and Wine Festival! Green Gator from House of Blues While we were big fans of many of the food and beverage items offered for Flavors of Florida in Disney Springs, there was one cocktail that stood out to us as entirely skippable. Even if you prefer your drinks on the sweet side, the Green Gator from House of Blues may STILL be entirely too intense for you to enjoy. The Green Gator This drink is a mixture of Siesta Key Toasted Coconut Rum mixed with Melon Liqueur, Simple Syrup, and Pineapple Juice. In theory, this could have been a delicious drink, but it really just came across as liquid sugar. If you want to risk getting a few new cavities, you can try the Green Gator out for $12. Click here to read our full review of the Green Gator from House of Blues! Coq au Vin from France We have one more letdown from the Food and Wine Festival to share with you today, and it’s a huge bummer. We have consistently loved the France Booth‘s offerings across each and every EPCOT festival over the years, which made it even more disappointing that they seemed to miss the mark across their entire menu this year. Coq au Vin, Pommes Dauphine: Chicken braised in Burgundy Wine with Bacon and Puffed Potatoes Their Coq au Vin, which is a dish made with Chicken braised in Burgundy Wine with Bacon and Puffed Potatoes, was a delight at previous festivals, but we were UNpleasantly surprised to find that our chicken AND puffed potatoes were dry. We’re crossing our fingers that we just had a bad batch. If you head to the France Booth to try this dish, it’ll cost you $6.25. Click here to read our full review of the France Booth from the Food and Wine Festival! Be sure to check back each month to see what our top and bottom picks are for things we ate around Disney World! Whether it’s a food festival, a restaurant reopening, or a new menu item to try, we’re eating things practically every day across the parks and resorts. If you’re heading to Disney World soon, we want to make sure you know exactly what you’re in for when it comes to food! 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 on visiting this year’s Food and Wine Festival? Let us know in the comments! The post The BEST (and WORST) Things We Ate in Disney World in July first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

While the departure of Happily Ever After has been a surprising piece of news recently, we cannot wait for the arrival of Disney Enchantment in Magic Kingdom and Harmonious in EPCOT. Harmonious! ©Disney We have known that these firework spectaculars are debuting on October 1st for some time now, but the showtimes for both nighttime specataculars has remained mysterious…until today! Disney World has released their calendar up through October 16th and we got some more info on when we can expect these two shows to start. Take a look! Disney Enchantment will debut at 9PM from October 1st to October 4th! From October 5th-October 16th, the show will start at 8PM. Disney Enchantment ©Disney Harmonious will run at 9:45PM each night from October 1st to October 16th. ©Disney As the calendar updates, we’ll keep you updated on the latest fireworks showtimes for these new shows! We cannot WAIT for these shows to come around on the 50th Anniversary and will be giving you EVERY update along the way! Stay tuned here for more news on the 50th Anniversary! Click Here For a First Look at the Harmonious Fireworks at EPCOT! 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 fireworks show are you most excited about? Harmonious or Disney Enchantment? Let us know in the comments below!The post TIMES Released for Disney World's Brand New Fireworks Shows first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Basin is such a great store to visit at Disney Springs, especially if you’re into quality soaps, bath bombs, body butters, and more! Basin’s Disney products We’ve been big fans of the store for a while, so you can imagine our excitement when the store introduced Disney-themed body butters! But now, there are even more Disney products to choose from at Basin! Introducing Basin’s new line of Disney Lip Balms! How fun are these? Basin’s Disney Lip Balms Each lip balm flavor is a different Disney character. There’s Pluto in True Vanilla… Vanilla Pluto …Minnie in Sweet Mint… Minnie Mint …Mickey in Classic Cherry (of course!)… Mickey Cherry …Goofy in Happy Citrus… Goofy Citrus …sour Donald Duck in Tangy Lemon… Donald Lemon …and Daisy Duck in Peppy Peppermint! Daisy Peppermint These fun lip balms are $4.99 each, so if you’re looking to stock up, head to Disney Springs now! And these lip balms are available online at Basin’s website, too! We’ll let you know about any other cool new Disney products we find! Check THIS Out — You Can Get a Soap Pump That Makes MICKEY SHAPED FOAM in Disney World! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Have you tried any of Basin’s Disney products yet? Let us know in the comments! The post Basin Introduces NEW Line of Character Lip Balms at Disney Springs! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Over the years we have seen some of our favorite treats be removed from the menu and some changed to become a less exciting version of themselves. Carrot Cake Cookie Sometimes, however, Disney can throw us for a loop and bring back one of our old favorites and today was one of those days! To our pleasant surprise, we spotted an old favorite while walking around Disneyland today! It looks like Disneyland has brought back the super popular and super delicious Peanut Butter Sandwich! We missed this SO much We spotted this one at Candy Palace on Main Street, U.S.A. in Disneyland and it was priced at a very worth it, $5.49. Yes, Please! It was just as amazing as we remembered it. Peanut butter and chocolate fans this is a must-have for you. The treat has a soft peanut butter filling throughout and the peanuts are on top and in the filling add the extra crunch that really sets this treat apart. It is also topped with a red Mickey that is made of white chocolate. Best. Snack. Ever! This snack has changed looks over the years. It used to look pretty plain… Chocolate-Covered Peanut Butter Sandwich 2010 …then it changed to have a different dark chocolate topper and filling with a giant layer of peanut butter and peanut pieces on top… 2016 Peanut Butter Sandwich …and then it changed in 2018 to what it looks like today with a red white chocolate topper and crunchier filling. The filling has changed slightly from what we tried today, but overall we still love this iconic snack! Best. Snack. Ever. 2018 We are SO excited Disneyland brought back this treat and it took our day to the next level. Stay tuned here for all the snack news and updates! Click Here to Check Out the New Mask Policy at Disneyland Resort 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 What is your favorite snack at Disneyland? Let us know in the comments below!The post A Fan-Favorite Peanut Butter Snack Makes a Return to Disneyland! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Hello, DFB friends! It’s been a quiet week at Disney World, but we’ve been enjoying a few new snacks around the parks. “Everyone DUCK!” Flatbread We’ve had a chance to eat The Rock’s French Toast and Tequila, Dole Whip Cookies from our grocery store, and some fun Jungle Cruise snacks! And we’re still eating our way around the EPCOT Food and Wine Festival! But we’ve also got some restaurant reopening news and menu updates to share, so let’s get to it! Disney’s Animal Kingdom Pizzafari Pizzafari is reopening on August 2nd, and ahead of that, Disney released its new menu. Here’s what’s been updated on the drinks menu: REMOVED: Mandarin Orange Lemonade, Mandarin Orange Vodka Lemonade, and Copa Merlot NEW: Blue Lagoon Lemonade, which you can order with rum and/or a souvenir glow cube. The regular lemonade costs $5.49, and with Rum added it’s $11. For the souvenir Glow Cube drinks, the regular version is $8.49, and the alcoholic version is $14. Blue Lagoon Lemonade with Souvenir Glow Cube ©Disney Here’s what’s changed with the entrees: REMOVED: Shrimp Flatbread NEW: Chicken Parmesan Sandwich — Breaded Chicken topped with Marinara and Provolone on Ciabatta Bread and is served with a side Caesar salad for $10.99. REMOVED: Plant-based Sicilian-Style Pizza NEW: Greens and Grains Salad — Mixed Greens topped with Garbanzo Beans, White Beans, Red Onions, Pepperoncini, Kalamata Olives, Tomatoes, Quinoa, and Green Goddess Dressing for $9.99. The Caesar Salad is Also Still Available! Here are how the Sides part of the menu has changed: REMOVED: Tomato Basil Soup NEW: Cuties Mandarin On the Kids’ Menu, the Cuties Mandarin has replaced the GoGo Squeeze Apple Sauce. Cuties Mandarins All the previous desserts have been removed from the menu. The only dessert available now is the Spaghetti and Meatball Cupcake. Spaghetti and Meatballs Cupcake It’s made with Vanilla Cake with Chocolate–Chip Cannoli filling, topped with Cherry Sauce, Vanilla Buttercream Spaghetti, and a Chocolate Doughnut “Meatball.” It costs $5.99. Read More About Pizzafari’s Reopening Menu Magic Kingdom Columbia Harbour House Columbia Harbour House is another restaurant set to reopen soon, on August 5th, has also had its menu updated! Interestingly enough, a lot of the items from the previous menu were added to the Tomorrowland Terrace menu. So we’ll be curious to see if the Tomorrowland Terrace menu changes soon. For now, Columbia Harbour House is still serving up most of the same food, although the Kids Allergy-Friendly parts of the menu have seen the following changes: Chicken Nuggets have been replaced by a Shrimp Skewer for $7.69 Garden Salad has been replaced by Grilled Salmon for $7.69 The Grilled Shrimp Skewer that was available pre-closure. For those with soy allergies, the shrimp comes with Dannon Danimals Smoothie, GoGoSqueeZ Applesauce, and a small Dasani water. Other menu updates include “your choice of side” with water or milk to drink. On the adult Allergy-Friendly menu, those with Peanut/Tree Nut allergies will notice that the Chicken Pot Pie and the Chicken Breast Nuggets are now gone. Read More About The Columbia Harbour House Reopening Menu EPCOT Kabuki Cafe Our favorite spot to grab shaved ice at the Japan Pavilion was hit with a price increase this week: Kakigōri Japanese Shaved Ice — increased from $4 to $5.50 Kakigōri with Sweet Milk Topping Japanese Shaved Ice has risen in price from $5.50 to $7 Sake Mist Alcoholic Shaved Ice has gone up in price from $9 to $10 Chilled Edamame has gone up in price from $4 to $4.50 The Nigiri Combo has gone up in price from $5.50 to $6.50 The California Roll has gone up in price from $5 to $6 The Spicy Roll has gone up from $5 to $6 Blood Orange Saki Mist Assorted Bottled Beverages increased from $3.50 to $4.50 Hot Chocolate increased from $3.29 to $3.75 Powerade has gone up from $3.75 to $4.69 Kirin Ichiban Draft has increased from $8 to $9 Kirin Frozen Draft has gone up from $8 to $9.25 Kakigori The Sapporo Premium Bottle has increased from $7.75 to $9 The Kirin Light Bottle has gone up from $7 to $8.50 Plum Wine has increased from $7 to $8 Nigori Sake has gone up in price from $8 to $9.50 Cold Sake has increased from $7 to $8 Hot Sake has gone up in price from $7 to $8 Here are a few other menu changes: REMOVED: Assorted Ramune Japanese Sodas REMOVED: Asahi Super Dry Bottle Read More About These Price Increases Katsura Grill Katsura Grill, also at the Japan Pavilion, got some price increases, too. Spicy Roll increased from $9 to $10 The California Roll has gone up in price from $9 to $10 The Vegetable Roll increased from $8 to $9 Shrimp Tempura Udon has increased from $12.50 to $13 Tonkotsu (Pork) Ramen has gone up in price from $12.50 to $13 Yasai (Vegetable) Udon has gone up in price from $10 to $12 Tempura Shrimp Udon Shrimp and Chicken Teriyaki has gone up in price from $14 to $15 Chicken Cutlet Curry has gone up in price from $13 to $14 The Chicken and Beef Teriyaki has gone up from $12 to $16 Chicken Teriyaki increased in price from $11 to $13 Yuzu Miso Wings have gone up in price from $8.50 to $12 Edamame increased in price from $4 to $4.50 Yuzu Miso Wings Japanese Cocktails increased from $9 to $11 Plum Wine has increased from $7 to $8 Kirin Draft Beer has gone up in price from $9 to $10 Sapporo Draft Beer has increased from $9 to $10 Asahi Super Dry Draft Beer has gone up in price from $9.25 to $11 Kirin Light Beer has increased from $7 to $8.50 Sake has gone up in price from $7 to $8 Nigori (Unfiltered) Sake has increased in price from $8 to $9.50 Katsura Grill Outdoor Seating We also saw some menu changes: On the Osusume dishes, Garden Salad has been replaced with Mixed Vegetables The Menchi Katsu Slider has been removed from the menu Okonomiyaki Fries have been removed from the menu On the Kids’ menu, there is no longer White Rice, Vegetables, a Cookie, and a choice of Juice, Milk, or Soda listed for the Chicken and Shrimp Teriyaki dish Read More About The Changes at Katsura Grill Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort Toledo— Tapas, Steak & Seafood What’s that? Another reopening? YES! Toledo at Coronado Springs is set to reopen on August 5th. And there are some menu changes, you should be aware of. For starters, you’ll be able to choose from a variety of items, including Rioja-braised Chorizo, Charred Octopus, Romaine Salad, Pan con Tomate, ‘Aceitunas’ Marinated Olives, or the Flight of Four Pinxtos. There’s also The Spaniard for Two, which is the chef’s selection of charcuterie and cheeses for $35. ©Disney If you want to share a meal for 2, there’s the Chef’s Signature Dinner for Two. Priced at $129. This meal includes the Flight of Four Pinxtos, The Spaniard, Chuletón Bone-In Rib-Eye, and ‘The Toledo Tapas Bar Dessert.’ ©Disney For regular entrees, there are seven to choose from: Grouper, Marinated Hanger Steak, Rioja-braised Chicken, Brick Oven Cauliflower, Scallops, Filet of Beef, or Chuletón Bone-In Rib-Eye for Two. ©Disney Sides include Roasted Cauliflower, Patatas Bravas, Brussels Sprouts, Braised Gigante Beans, Blistered Shishito Peppers, Roasted Tomato Bomba Rice, or Olive Oil-Potato Purée. And desserts include ‘The Toledo Tapas Bar,’ Classic Crema Catalana, Chocolate-Avocado Mousse, or ‘Café con Leche’ Choux. ©Disney The Kids Menu has starters like the Toledo Greens Salad or Hummus, Carrot Sticks, and Crackers. Entree options include steak, fish, chicken meatballs, and shrimp. ©Disney Each kids’ entree comes with two sides. Read More About The Updated Menu at Toledo Disney’s Yacht Club Resort Yachtsman Steakhouse We’ll be seeing Yachtsman Steakhouse reopen on August 5th. And ahead of the reopening comes a VERY updated menu: The first-course menu is a lot smaller now, and is missing things like the Charcuterie Board and the Badger Flame Beet Salad. Options now are: Caesar Salad for $15, Steakhouse Wedge Salad for $15, Lobster Bisque for $16, Beef Carpaccio for $16, French Onion Soup for $14, and Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail for $21. ©Disney The Chef’s Signature Offerings include the 28-oz Prime Porterhouse for Two, which increased in price to $139 — it now comes with Cognac-truffle butter and your choice of two steakhouse sides. There’s also the Chilled Admiral’s Tower for Two, which has Maine Lobster, Snow Crab, Tuna Tartare, Jumbo Shrimp, Mussels, Scallop Ceviche, and Charred Octopus Salad for $135. There are also Butcher’s Cuts available including Angus Filet Mignon, New York Strip Steak, Prime Rib, and Rib-Eye. Each comes with a choice of accompaniment (Mashed Potatoes, Potato-Leek Gratin, or House-made French Fries). ©Disney The Land and Sea Entree selection has changed, too. It includes Dry-Aged Duroc Pork Chop, Seafood Cioppino, Pan-Seared Golden Tilefish, Peruvian-Barbecued Chicken, and Sweet Potato and Seasonal Mushroom Dumplings. ©Disney Sides include that yummy Truffle Macaroni & Cheese for $12. There’s also Creamed Spinach, Haricot Vert, Grilled Delta Asparagus, Roasted Seasonal Mushrooms, and House-Made Truffle Fries. The asparagus and mushrooms are $12 each, the haricot vert is $10.50, the spinach is $10, and the fries are $9.50. The dessert menu has also changed. You can still order the Yachtsman’s Chocolate Cakes, but there are also other options, including Strawberry Shortcake, Pineapple and Coconut Tart, and Crème Brûlée. ©Disney Kids can choose either a Mixed Green Salad or a Chicken Noodle Soup as an appetizer. There are four create-your-own-entree selections: Grilled Chicken Breast, Baked Fish of the Day, Orecchiette Pasta and Meatballs, and Oak-grilled Steak Skewer. ©Disney Each entree comes with a choice of two sides. Read More About The Yachtsman Steakhouse Menu Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Garden Grove Cafe Over at the Swan and Dolphin, there are a few changes on the breakfast menu at Garden Grove Cafe: Overnight Oats increased from $7 to $8 Grits increased from $6 to $7 Swan and Dolphin Resort That’s right, more price increases. Here’s Where to Get the BEST Seafood in Disney World Fresh Mediterranean Market The breakfast menu here has changed, too. The Market Breakfast Buffet price decreased from $29.99 to $22.99 per adult and decreased from $17.99 to $12.99 for children. Fresh Mediterranean Market Finally, some price reductions! The 5 Most Expensive Things in Disney World You Should Still Buy Disney Springs Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar Jock Lindsey’s has added a limited-time Jungle Cruise item to its menu. The “Everyone DUCK!” Flatbread is made with Duck Confit, Goat Cheese, Roasted Red Pepper Coulis and Kalamata Olives for $9 “Everyone DUCK!” Flatbread However, the Medjoul Date and Manchego Cheese Flatbread is now missing from the menu. Read Our Review of the Everyone Duck! Flatbread! Whew! That is a LOT of updates, but we’ll keep tracking every menu change, update, and reopening at Disney World, so stay tuned! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Has your favorite Disney World restaurant reopened yet? Let us know in the comments! The post 9 Disney World Restaurants Saw BIG Menu Changes This Week! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We are HUGE fans of Beaches & Cream over at Disney’s Yacht and Beach Club Resorts. It’s back! And although we’ve enjoyed meals there, it’s really ALL about the great ice cream treats you can get. But as it’s often difficult to get a reservation at Beaches & Cream, we liked the convenience of the To-Go window. But that window has been closed since last year. And Disney even went to great lengths to keep guests from even noticing it was there! Well, we’ve got great news — the Beaches & Cream To Go Window has officially reopened, and not a moment too soon! So it’s time to get in line for some ice cream! Let’s get in line! The menu here hasn’t changed since the window was last open — you can Double Hand-Scooped Ice Cream served in either a cone or cup in a variety of flavors, including Vanilla, Chocolate, Strawberry, Mint Chocolate Chip, Cookies ‘n Cream, and more! You can also get a variety of shakes (including one in a souvenir glass), along with the Mini Mickey Sink Sundae. Also, note the hours — it’s scheduled to be open from 11AM to 11PM every day. Menu and hours Boozy ice cream concoctions are also available, along with a variety of wines, beers, hard cider, and hard soda. Boozy options We noticed that most treats were being served in a black bowl or the standard Disney Mary Blair-inspired cups, so we decided on a Mickey Confetti Shake in a Souvenir Cup for $15. The Vanilla Shake is served with Whipped Cream and Rainbow Sprinkles topped with a Rainbow Confetti Cupcake. It’s so much fun! We love this shake! And there’s even a little White Chocolate Mickey on top of it all! Mickey! The rim of the cup is dipped in icing (YUM), which is what holds the confetti in place. This is a delicious treat that’s been consistent and we know it’s one that will be a kid-pleaser, too! The cupcake is fresh and the milkshake is tasty, and really, what more could you want? This colorful treat is always a hit! A Cast Member told us that today was just a soft opening, but that the To-Go Window’s official reopening is tomorrow. So if you’ve got a craving for some yummy ice cream treats, be sure to head on over to Disney’s Beach Club Resort! We are so happy to have another place to get our Beaches and Cream ice cream and over-the-top milkshake fix when the mood strikes us. And stay tuned because we’re covering ALL reopenings at Disney World! Check Out The BEER CHEESE (!!!) at This Reopened Magic Kingdom Snack Spot! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Have you ever used the Beaches & Cream To-Go Window? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTOS! The Beaches & Cream To-Go Window Is BACK at Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Well, we’ve had an exciting week at Disneyland! We’re loving the Jungle Cruise re-theme! We got to eat french toast and drink tequila from The Rock’s food truck, we got some nice freebies for the world premiere of the Jungle Cruise movie, and we’ve seen SO much cool new Disney merchandise! So here are all the latest updates from Disneyland! Hold on to your hats, because there are a lot! Disneyland Food Updates Gibson Girl Ice Cream Parlor We stopped by the Gibson Girl Ice Cream Parlor and picked up a Firehouse Dalmatian Mint Sundae. And at first glance, you might not notice anything special about it, but close up — there are hidden Mickeys on the cone! How cool! There are hidden Mickeys on our cone! However, you might need some luck to get your hands on this special cone. We ordered this through the Disneyland app for Mobile Order twice and only got the hidden waffle cup once (the other time, we just got the regular waffle cup). But what a nice surprise! See More Photos of This Special Waffle Cone Golden Horseshoe The Golden Horseshoe has officially reopened! And we just had to order the absolutely adorable House-made Chocolate-Chunk Cookie Sundae. Just look at it! House-made Chocolate-Chunk Cookie Sundae It’s made with a warm triple chocolate-chunk cookie made with brown butter and topped with hand-scooped vanilla ice cream and drizzled with caramel and chocolate sauce. YUM! See More Photos From Golden Horseshoe’s Reopening Tomorrowland Popcorn Cart There is a VERY cool new Metallic Blue Popcorn Bucket available at Disneyland popcorn carts! It looks like a Mickey Balloon! Metallic Blue Popcorn Bucket It’s available now for $15. Disneyland Merchandise Updates Emporium The new Black and Gold Minnie Ears have arrived at Disneyland, and they are GORGEOUS. The ears are black velvet with gold rhinestones, all tied up with a bronze sequin bow with black polka dots. These ears are STYLIN’. They’re so pretty! You can grab a pair for yourself for $29.99. See More Photos Of These New Ears! Disney Showcase We are totally digging this Ewok Save the Trees tank top for $34.99. Ewok! And for you Toy Story fans, there’s an Al’s Toy Bar T-Shirt for $36.99. Al’s Toy Barn And if there was ever a shirt that made us say “same,” this is it — the Let Me Sleep T-shirt. This is us. This t-shirt is $36.99. Here Are 10 Disney Shirts That EVERYONE Will Be Asking You About Pooh Corner If you’re visiting Disneyland and celebrating something special, you need this Celebrate Cupcake Hat for $27.99. Celebrate with a cupcake…on a hat! We also love this sweet Pooh Save The Bees Cap. Save the bees! Because they make Hunny. This adorable hat is $27.99. Check Out The Special Winnie the Pooh Animation Disney Released for Queen Elizabeth’s Birthday! Disneyland Attraction Updates Great Moments With Mr. Lincoln Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln at the Main Street Opera House has reopened! It’s back! We’re so excited to take a nice break from the heat again with this show! The Digital Feature You Need to Know About Before You Stay at a Disneyland Resort Hotel Jungle Cruise The queue for Jungle Cruise has some new additions — props from the Jungle Cruise movie! How cool is that! Jungle Cruise props The movie, which integrated the ride into the film, is now integrated back into the ride. It’s like Jungle Cruise Inception! PHOTOS: The Jungle Cruise Trader Sam’s Mugs Sold Out FAST at Disneyland Resort Disneyland Other Updates Character Cavalcade There’s a brand new character cavalcade at Disneyland! It features some of our favorite characters, like Peter Pan and Wendy, Captain Hook, Genie, Jasmine, and more! Some of our faves! This is one we can’t wait to see again! Check Out Disneyland’s EXTRA Birthday Cavalcade Jungle Cruise Movie Premiere We went to Disneyland on the day of the Jungle Cruise movie premiere and the park was rolling out the red carpet for it! We saw a LITERAL red carpet that went from the Jungle Cruise to the Tropical Hideaway, just for the stars to make their big arrival at the event! There was also a red carpet set up at the Magical Map Theater with posters promoting the movie. Jungle Cruise Premiere And guests got a goodie bag with a Jungle Cruise pin, promotional postcard, and candy! M&M’s Seriously, you had us at candy, Disneyland! See More Photos From The Jungle Cruise World Premiere Disney California Adventure Food Updates Adorable Snowman Frozen Treats There’s a new cocktail hanging out at Pixar Pier and we had to try it. It’s Pixar Pier Frosty Parfait with Blue Curaçao — it’s made with Non-Dairy Lemon Soft Serve with Blue Raspberry Swirl and a splash of Blue Curaçao. It’s melting!! We found it was more of a treat to be eaten with a spoon than a cocktail, but it was pretty tasty~ Read Our Full Review of the Pixar Pier Frosty Parfait With Blue Curaçao Pacific Wharf Cafe Pacific Wharf Cafe has officially reopened and we have been reunited with our beloved Mac and Cheese in a Bread Bowl. It’s so wonderfully delicious and certainly worth the $11. Hello, gorgeous So drop by Pacific Wharf Cafe to get one for yourself — you won’t regret it. See More Photos From The Reopening of Pacific Wharf Cafe Disney California Adventure Merchandise Updates Los Feliz Five & Dime We found the classic Disney entrance sign on a hat! We love this quote! Love this hat! We also found it at Emporium in Disneyland. The hat is $27.99. See More Photos Of This Hat Elias & Co. Almost everyone is mad here, so we might as well wear this Cheshire Cat Baseball Cap for $27.99. Cheshire Cat! We also spotted the Best Day Ever T-shirt! Every day is the best day ever at Disneyland This t-shirt is $36.99. Here Are 9 One-Of-A-Kind Disney Shirts You CAN’T Get in the Parks! Downtown Disney Merchandise Updates World of Disney We found a brand new Captain America Crossdbody Bag for $39.99. Cap Bag! And check out this cute Tropical Mickey and Minnie Bucket Hat for $29.99. This is such a fun hat! The Studded Mickey Ears are now available at Disneyland for $29.99. Kinda’ punk, aren’t they? We also found the Baublebar Minnie Ears for $49.99. Are these ears worth $50? Check out these CUTE nuiMO Loungefly backpacks for $21.99 each. There’s a white one with Mickey ears… A Loungefly for your nuiMOs …and one with Disney snacks all over it! Disney snacks! And for you mug collectors, we spotted a TON of new Disney mugs for your collection. Check out this pretty Unlock Your Imagination Mug with a spoon for $19.99. Unlock your imagination Or how about this new Stitch Mug for $22.99. It’s Stitch! We’re also digging this Hello Gorgeous Castle Mug for $14.99. It IS gorgeous! And who doesn’t want a FastPass to Friday Mug for $14.99? Same, mug, same. For those of you who are NOT morning people, there’s a Let Me Sleep Mug for $14.99. Seriously. For those of us who ARE morning people, there’s a Minnie Mouse Good Morning Sunshine Mug for $14.99. Good morning, Minnie! But we’re mostly like Eeyore on this Eeyore Monday Morning Mug for $14.99. We know that feeling, Eeyore. And finally, here’s one for you Donald fans — a Donald Duck Mug for $14.99. We love you, Donald! We recently saw a Nike Disney World Visor, and now we’ve found a Nike Disneyland Visor. It’s $34.99. VERY cool visor This Mickey Mouse T-Shirt has a cool design made out of Mickey quotes. It’s $24.99. Colorful Mickey We also found the Loungefly Chibi Avengers Mini Backpack. CUTE This Loungefly is $75. Check Out The Newest Disney Loungefly Collection — It’s Making Us Hungry! The Dress Shop Hunchback of Notre Dame Dooney & Bourke collection. The wallet is $158. Wallet The tote is $298. Tote There’s also a satchel. Look at that stained glass pattern The satchel is $198. See More Photos Of This Collection Disney Home Okay, foolish mortals, check out this VERY cool Haunted Mansion 50th Anniversary Puzzle! There’s room for one more…puzzle? That’s 1,000 pieces of 999 ghosts to put together for $24.99. Here’s A Sneak Peek at the 2021 Disneyland Haunted Mansion Holiday Gingerbread House! Those are all the updates we have for now, but we’ll be back to Disneyland soon to get even more, so stay tuned! 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Disney loves to do seasonal overlays and merch! From celebrations like Boo Bash to events like the EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival, Disney rings in the seasons with all sorts of special touches to the parks. Beauty and the Beast Topiary at the Flower and Garden Festival However, there was an…unusual seasonal item at Disneyland today that doesn’t quite belong in summer. We spotted an Easter balloon at Disneyland…which would be perfect if it was still spring! We talked to a Cast Member who said they had plenty of leftover Easter Mickey balloons, so they are currently available for guests to grab! Easter in July anyone? Although this is an odd mix-up, at least the balloons are super cute! The balloons feature Chip, Dale, Donald, Mickey, and Minnie in bunny ears! Earlier this year, Disney rang in Easter with the appearance of Mr. and Mrs. Easter Bunny at Disney World. If you missed out on that, you can celebrate late with these balloons in Disneyland! Mr. and Mrs. Easter Bunny at Disney World! Speaking of holidays, Disney World’s Boo Bash and Disney California Adventure’s Oogie Boogie Bash are just around the corner! Unlike the Easter balloons, these Halloween celebrations are going to be happening at the right time of the year. The Villains Grove at Oogie Boogie Bash ©Disney We’re always keeping up with the latest Disney news, from the biggest rides to the smallest balloon! Stay tuned here for more! Click here to read our latest review of Oga’s Cantina in Disneyland! 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 What do you think about these Easter balloons popping up in the middle of summer? Let us know in the comments! The post Dear Disney, We Think These Mickey Balloons Are Confused... first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article