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DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. EPCOT has some super cute posters that celebrate attractions and themes found around the EPCOT park! EPCOT Throughout the year, Disney has been releasing limited edition EPCOT posters and they have just released a few more! These new posters represent countries around the World Showcase and attractions — both not-yet-open and long-since-closed — around EPCOT! Let’s take a peek at the new posters! Disney released posters for several countries around the World Showcase! The United Kingdom Pavilion Print is by artist Eric Tan. It shows the Hampton Court Palace and features some Mary Poppins and the White Rabbit! ©shopDisney The image is 15″ H by 10″ W, with the mat border at 18″ H by 14″ W. You can get this poster on shopDisney now for $39.99! Click Here to Buy the United Kingdom Pavilion EPCOT Poster! The Morocco Pavilion is one of our favorites for food and gorgeous architecture and details! The new EPCOT poster, also designed by artist Eric Tan, shows the Bab Bou Jeloud gate in the city of Fez and a representation of the busy marketplace! ©shopDisney The image itself measures 15″ H by 10″ W, and its mat border brings it to 18″ H by 14″ W. You can get this poster on shopDisney now for $39.99! Click Here to Buy the Morocco Pavilion EPCOT Poster! There are plenty more of the World Showcase Countries posters on shopDisney! But we also wanted to look at the new posters that show EPCOT attractions! First is the Frozen Ever After poster, which was designed by artist Stacey Aoyama. ©shopDisney The poster celebrates the Frozen Ever After ride found in the Norway pavilion at EPCOT! It has the two sisters — Anna and Elsa — on the front with Elsa’s ice castle in the background. The image is 15″ H by 10″ W, with the mat border at 18″ H by 14″ W. You can get this poster on shopDisney now for $39.99! Click Here to Buy the Frozen Ever After EPCOT Poster! Also designed by Stacey Aoyama is the Gran Fiesta Tour print, which features the Three Caballeros from the boat ride inside the Mexico Pavilion! ©shopDisney You can see the three Caballeros on their magic carpet with a Mexican city in the background and the words “Fiesta Hoy” over the bridge! The image by itself measures 15″ H by 10″ W, but it’s 18″ H by 14″ W with the matted border. You can get the Gran Fiesta Tour Print on shopDisney now for $39.99! Click Here to Buy the Gran Fiesta Tour Print! We’re having deja vu with this next poster, which celebrates the ride that lived in the Norway Pavilion before it was converted into the Frozen Ever After ride! Do you remember the OG Norway boat tour? It’s Maelstrom! ©shopDisney Eric Tan designed this print, which features some scenes from the tour. The image measures 15″ H by 10″ W, but it’s 18″ H by 14″ W with the matted border. You can get the Maelstrom Print on shopDisney now for $39.99! Click Here to Buy the Maelstrom Print! Maelstrom was a flashback, and now we’re jumping ahead to the upcoming attraction Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure! This new ride is opening in EPCOT on October 1st as part of the 50th Anniversary Celebrations! ©shopDisney We recently went behind the scenes to check out the attraction’s new space, and we’re so excited for it to be finished and open for rides! To celebrate the ride’s upcoming opening, Eric Tan designed this poster, which shows characters from the Ratatouille movie and the ride vehicle! By itself, the image measures 15″ H by 10″ W, but it’s 18″ H by 14″ W with the matted border. You can get the Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure Print on shopDisney now for $39.99! Get the Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure Print Here! These posters are part of a big collection of EPCOT prints, so you can head to shopDisney to see all the options available! They will only be available for a limited time!! And keep following DFB for more Disney World merchandise updates! Click Here to Check Out More EPCOT Prints! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What’s your favorite attraction in EPCOT? Let us know in the comments! The post Disney Just Released a New Remy's Ratatouille Adventure Poster and MORE Online! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’ve been counting down the days until Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort officially reopens. We’re glad to be here! In the meantime, we’ve been checking out all the other reopenings at the resort, including Oasis Bar and Grill, ‘Ohana (for breakfast AND dinner), and Kona Island (did someone say candied bacon?). But we’ve been impatiently waiting for a chance to check out the new Moana-themed rooms at the hotel. And today is the day! We’re spending the night in one of the new rooms at the Polynesian, and we can’t wait to show you around. We’re ready to check out our room! The fun new Moana details actually start before you even get inside the room! Even the hallway is magical! There are new patterns in the hallways on the carpet… What a fun carpet design! …the artwork… It’s a volcano! …and all around! We even spotted a few hidden characters. We found Hei Hei. We were able to enter our room using the My Disney Experience app. If you’re logged into the app and your reservation is linked, you can use it to unlock your door when it’s time to check-in. What a handy feature! ©Disney And once we stepped inside, we were NOT disappointed. Okay, we’re VERY excited to stay here! What a BIG transformation this is! New furniture, new artwork, and a theme that we’re quickly falling in love with — we think we’re going to really enjoy our visit here. There are lots of different textures, patterns, and details. Some of which you kind of have to hunt for, so let’s get started! This is a whole new look! Let’s start with the bed. Here, we’ve got some brand-new bedding with patterns and textures to fit the Polynesian look. Don’t these beds look comfy? Disney really thinks of all the details! The pillows fit right in as well and add a nice pop of color. We could totally see ourselves walking in here after a long day and just plopping on this bed. What a cute floral pattern. The nightstands have plenty of outlets, light controls, and the middle table is home to the phone and some important hotel room information. They’ve got the essentials. And we can’t forget about the lighting! We love the pattern it has going on. Just look at those little waves. This main light is super cool! Moving on to the main seating area of the room, we’ve got this super colorful couch! Plenty of room on the couch. It even has Moana-themed pillows! Everything coordinates so well! With the coordinating side table and the massive accent wall, this is the perfect spot for an Insta-worthy photo op. We definitely want to take a pic here later! And speaking of the accent wall, it has some really cool details of its own. Scenes and patterns from the film… The artwork is amazing! …fan-favorite characters… Hey there, Maui! …and even a hidden Mickey. (A Disney resort room wouldn’t be complete without one!) See if you can spot the Mickey on your visit! There’s also a seating area for one on the opposite wall. Another little seating area. How interesting are these accent tables? And you’ll be right next to the window! Disney really went deep in the details with the patterns and textures here. The touches are evident in the furniture… Even the dresser has a cool texture. …the artwork… Make sure to check out the artwork. …and even the curtains. These are beautiful curtains! The bathroom is just as spectacular. Here, you’ll find an updated shower with its own hidden details. There are even ‘Moana’ touches in the shower! Don’t use up all the hot water while you’re admiring the handiwork! Seriously, that’s cool. The sink area has also been fixed up. There are double sinks, so two people can get ready at once. Isn’t that helpful? You’ll find ample storage, both under the sink… Lots of storage under here. …and in the room with the toilet and shower. They have special towel storage. This is definitely one of the nicer resort room bathrooms we’ve seen! It’s so nice in here! Back in the main living area, you’ll be glad to know that the room has a coffee maker. (And Hei Hei is standing by to say hello!) This little coffee area will be very useful on those early mornings. There’s also a closet to store all your hanging clothes. It’s fairly large for a hotel room! This is a pretty big wardrobe area. And a mini-fridge will help keep your snacks and beverages cold throughout your stay. It’s a teeny tiny fridge, so don’t bring too much. And last but not least, the room comes with a lovely balcony area. Depending on which floor you’re on, it may be a patio. What a nice place to sit in the morning. Our room had a great view! What a pretty day! So far, we’re very impressed with these accommodations. The colors are vibrant and make us feel like we have stepped into a beachy getaway. We’ll make sure to keep you updated as we stay the night and let you know of anything else that’s important about this room. We’re ready to have a great evening! And that’s what the new Moana rooms look like at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. As always, stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney news! Disney is moving forward with adding intellectual properties to more Disney World hotels. For example, The Contemporary is receiving an Incredibles theme and Citricos at Disney’s Grand Floridian has a new Mary Poppins theme. What do you think of these changes? Are you for or against them? Let us know where you stand on the hot debate! Here’s The BIG Thing That’s Still Missing After Polynesian Village Resort Has Reopened 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. What do you think? How do the new rooms compare to the old? Sound off in the comments! The post Full Tour: NEW 'Moana' Rooms at Disney's Polynesian Village Resort first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Though many temporarily unavailable offerings have started to return, the global health crisis is still present in the United States. Florida Sunset A few days ago, it was reported that nearly one in five new COVID-19 cases in the United States originated in Florida. Now, the state leads the nation in new cases as COVID-19 experiences a surge. As we have said before, we love keeping you, our readers, up to date on important news that could impact your Disney vacations. That’s why we do our best to keep you updated with weather updates, Florida news that’s not from Disney, and other non-Disney-specific travel updates. According to the Tampa Bay Times, COVID-19 is surging in Florida in ways not seen since the summer of 2020. Over the course of a recent week, the state saw an average of over 6,500 new infections every day. Florida Data from the Centers for Diseases Control and Prevention shows Florida with more new cases than any other state and the most COVID hospitalizations — nearly 19% of nationwide hospital admissions. According to Dr. Tom Unnasch, a public health professor at the University of South Florida, “The numbers are going up faster than any time I’ve ever seen since I started doing calculations back in June 2020.” Florida Palm Trees Cases had been falling since Florida’s third wave in April until they started to pick up a few weeks ago. This surge is taking place nationally with Florida helping to drive the data. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis’ press secretary Christina Punshaw noted to the Tampa Bay Times, “Governor DeSantis has ruled out COVID lockdowns and mask mandates. The key to Florida’s success has been protecting the most vulnerable, i.e. seniors and residents of long-term care facilities.” Since the Governor has ruled out mandates, Orange County’s Mayor Demings has recommended that masks be worn indoors again. ©Fox10 News | Florida Governor Ron DeSantis We’ll be keeping an eye on the situation with COVID-19 in Florida and how it affects Disney World. The CDC still recommends delaying travel if you are not vaccinated. Check back with DFB for the latest updates! Click here to learn more about cases in Florida. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! The post NEWS: Florida Leads the U.S. in New COVID-19 Cases first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It is a VERY exciting day at Disney World! Can you guess where we’re going? Since Disney World’s reopening last year, Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Disney Vacation Club rooms have been open. But as of today, the resort is now fully open including Moana rooms! So, of course, we stopped by to check it out! Now, we’ve been to the Polynesian MANY times to eat at Kona Cafe, check out the gift shop, and keep an eye on all the construction being done there. And we were just there for the reopening of ‘Ohana, as well as the reopening of Kona Island (where we ate our weight in candied bacon — don’t judge!). But things are busier now that more Disney guests have arrived! It’s good to be back! Note: The monorail station at the Polynesian has not yet reopened. Click here to read more about construction at the Polynesian! Most of the Polynesian looks the same as before, but there are a few new things! The hallways to the guest rooms have a whole new design. So pretty! Check out that colorful carpet! Tropical vibes This makes walking to our room so much more fun! Those details are awesome! And there’s also new artwork in the hallways! New artwork! Watch out for that volcano! Just like the one over at the pool! And of course, there’s some Moana inspiration. Say hey to Hei Hei! Please stay put, Hei Hei! Can you spot any hidden Mickey’s around Moana? See the line where the sky meets the sea? It calls meeee! We think this new artwork makes the hallways to the rooms super lively! Fishies Speaking of rooms, let’s head to ours! Let’s go! We’re so pumped to finally be able to stay inside the newly redesigned rooms themed to Moana! Poly room! We’ve seen some glimpses of the new rooms before, but now we actually get to see all the details! We’ll have a full room tour coming to you soon. That wallpaper though! We were also recently here for the reopening of ‘Ohana, which is now available for Breakfast and Dinner! ‘Ohana Decor and Dining Room It’s good to have ‘Ohana noodles back in our lives. Click here to read our Dinner review of the reopened ‘Ohana! And Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto is ALSO reopening today! We can’t wait to sip on a tiki drink in this interactive bar again. We’re ready for a HippopotoMai-Tai We’ll be coming at you with a look inside Trader Sam’s later on, but for now, that’s all from the reopening of Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort! Stay tuned to DFB for more news and updates. Click here to read about a NEW Dole Whip at the Polynesian! 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. Do you have a stay booked at the Polynesian soon? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTOS! Disney's Polynesian Village Resort Has Officially Reopened! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said Monday that the state would go to the U.S. Supreme Court if necessary to overturn Saturday night's appellate panel ruling allowing the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's authority over cruise lines to remain in place as the state's challenge moves forward. View the full article By RON HURTIBISE SOUTH FLORIDA SUN SENTINEL | JUL 19, 2021 AT 4:03 PM The Celebrity Edge became the first cruise ship to resume cruises from the United States with paying passengers when it left Port Everglades on June 26. (Marta Lavandier/AP) Gov. Ron DeSantis promised Monday to go as high as the U.S. Supreme Court to ensure that a federal health agency has no authority over a cruise industry that is trying to resume voyages after an extended COVID-19 shutdown. DeSantis said the state would seek to reverse an order issued late Saturday night by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit in Atlanta that prevented the lifting of restrictions on the cruise industry imposed in spring 2020 by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The state of Florida, at DeSantis’ direction, sued the CDC in April, saying the agency’s cruise ban was causing harm to Florida’s economy and was illegal because Congress never granted the CDC authority to impose health and safety rules on cruise ships operating from U.S. ports. RELATED: Court sides with CDC on COVID-19 cruise ship regulations » In June, U.S. District Judge Steven Merryday granted the state a preliminary injunction that would have stripped the CDC’s authority. The CDC appealed the injunction, which was to take effect on July 18. Late Saturday night, a three-judge appellate court panel granted the CDC’s request to delay the injunction as the case moves forward. That 2-1 decision was issued just moments before the injunction was to take effect. DeSantis on Monday said he was confident that the full 12-member appellate court or even the U.S. Supreme Court would side with the state and reimpose the injunction sidelining the CDC. The governor will likely have to move quickly to declare victory, either by getting Saturday’s order reversed or by winning the overall lawsuit. The CDC’s rules governing what cruise ships must do to resume operations expire on Oct. 31. Assuming the CDC has no reason to extend them, whatever happens in the courts largely won’t matter to the industry as of Nov. 1. Meanwhile, several cruise lines have resumed operations from Florida while trying to both adhere to the CDC’s resumption framework and avoid violating DeSantis’ state law that prohibits businesses from requiring customers to show proof of vaccination. Carnival Cruise Line and Royal Caribbean Cruise Line, which restarted voyages from Florida this month, are encouraging passengers to show proof that they have been vaccinated but, in adhering to the state law, are not requiring vaccinations. Instead, the cruise lines are requiring non-vaccinated guests to purchase travel insurance and follow mask wearing and social distancing rules not required for vaccinated guests. RELATED: Florida wins first round in cruise fight, but victory will be delayed » Norwegian Cruise Line, by contrast, is refusing to back down from its requirement for fully vaccinated ships. The cruise line filed its own lawsuit last week challenging Florida’s ban on so-called vaccine passports and filed a brief supporting the CDC’s appeal of the injunction. Saturday’s ruling does not affect the cruise line’s challenge of DeSantis’ vaccine passport ban. Nor does it affect the company’s plan to wait until November to resume sailing from Florida, a Norwegian spokesperson said Monday. Whatever happens in DeSantis’ suit against the CDC going forward will mean little to the industry now that the major cruise lines have committed to following the agency’s rules, said Dawn Meyers, partner with the government and regulatory team of Miami-based firm Berger Singerman. “It seems most cruise lines have successfully crafted plans to comply both with the CDC order and the governor’s mandates, except of course for Norwegian,” Meyers said. “To me, that is the more immediately interesting lawsuit. The governor’s lawsuit is somewhat of a nonissue given the tightrope path the cruise lines have created and are walking.” Miami-based maritime attorney Michael Winkleman said he doubted any of the cruise lines would have defied the CDC’s orders if Merryday’s injunction would have taken effect earlier. “It’s clear to me that the cruise lines have worked hard with the CDC in an effort to resume cruises safely,” he said. “As such, I see no reason why they would suddenly change gears and ignore the CDC’s guidelines. Robert Jarvis, a law professor at Nova Southeastern University whose areas of interest include maritime law, called Saturday’s ruling a signal that the CDC will ultimately prevail in the lawsuit. “This is an important win for the CDC, not so much for the current pandemic but for future pandemics because it reaffirms the CDC’s authority to take bold action when the public’s health is threatened.” In discussing the lawsuit while taking questions from reporters, DeSantis acknowledged that the state’s lawsuit was not solely about the cruise industry’s viability, but also a broader political challenge to federal agencies’ authority to shut down businesses without legislation specifically granting that power. RELATED: Norwegian threatens to defy DeSantis with fully vaccinated cruises » DeSantis is widely assumed to be considering running for the Republican presidential nomination in 2024. “Can you just have one agency in the government, without Congress ever passing a law, just basically shutting down an industry?” DeSantis said. “Maybe you don’t care about the cruise industry. Next time it might be your industry. Next time it may affect people that you know, or people that depend on this for their livelihood. So I think it raises a lot of important implications.” In voicing confidence that the Supreme Court would rule his way, DeSantis asserted that “most courts at this point have had their limit with the CDC issuing these dictates without a full statutory basis.” As an example, he pointed to a 5-4 ruling in late June that left the CDC’s nationwide eviction moratorium in place. Justice Brett Kavanaugh said he agreed with the four dissenters but voted to uphold the moratorium to allow more tenants to secure federal rental assistance funds before it expires in July. “Five justices effectively said that the moratorium on evictions exceeded the CDC’s authority and I think you’d end up seeing this here,” DeSantis said. RELATED: Cruise lines prepare to sail, but clash with DeSantis looms » The governor also compared the CDC’s coronavirus restrictions regarding commercial flights and cruises to what he described as a lax policy of letting illegal immigrants cross the southern U.S. border with no testing. “If you just want to hopscotch across that border, they don’t care about COVID,” he said. “They’re letting you straight in. They’re throwing you on a bus. And they’re sending you all over the fruited plain in this country. So, I don’t understand how you square that.” The Department of Homeland Security did not immediately respond to a request for comment about DeSantis’ comments on Monday. Record numbers of migrants have been caught trying to cross the nation’s southern borders since President Biden took office in January. The New York Times reported Friday that just 14% of migrant families arriving at the southern border were turned away under a pandemic-era order created by the Trump administration, Title 42, authorizing removals of individuals who had recently been in a country where communicable diseases are present. President Biden is facing pressure from Democrats to abolish Title 42 and calls from Republicans to continue enforcing it.

Guess what today is? It’s a very special day! It’s the official reopening day of Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. And although the Polynesian was previously only open to Disney Vacation Club members, it’s now open to EVERYONE. And we’re here checking everything out, including a special new treat! In honor of the Polynesian’s grand reopening, Pineapple Lanai is offering up a special Dole Whip Cone! Doesn’t this look amazing?! It’s the Tamatoa-Inspired Cone, made to celebrate the premiere of the resort’s new Moana-themed hotel rooms! We can’t wait to see them for ourselves later today, but until then, we’ll have this delicious raspberry and orange Dole Whip swirl to hold us over. YUMMMM The cone portion is topped with white chocolate and gold sugar crystals to mimic the very shiny giant crab for whom the treat is named. (Great, now we’re going to have “Shiny” stuck in our heads all day!) It’s definitely a very pretty cone! Now THAT is shiny! But is it worth the $5.99 that you pay? Well, considering we’re HUGE fans of Dole Whip in pretty much any form, we’re going to say “yes!” The combination of flavors is really refreshing (just right on a hot summer day), and the fun sugar decorations make it extra photogenic. The perfect way to celebrate the reopening of the Poly! Can you marry Dole Whip? Asking for a friend. If you want to celebrate the Polynesian’s reopening, head on over to Pineapple Lanai now to grab this special treat. It’s a limited-time offering, so get it while you can. And we’re covering everything about the Polynesian’s reopening, so stay tuned! Here’s Where to Find Chardonnay (!!) Fondue 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. Will you be staying at the Polynesian soon? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTOS: There's a New MOANA-Themed Dole Whip Cone in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The 2021 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival is underway and we’ve been working on bringing you all the tips, tricks, and festival coverage we can to get you prepared for your visit! It’s Food and Wine Festival season once again! We’ve long talked about the importance of budgeting for the Food & Wine Festival and shared our tips for budgeting. Yesterday we finally got a full look at all of the items that are available at the Festival this year and got to try a whole bunch of them. While some are a great value for what you pay, others are just TOO expensive. Which ones are too pricey? We’re sharing all the details here! Pizza from Brew-Wing At the brand NEW Brew-Wing booth at the EPCOT Experience, you’ll find wings (in 5 different flavors) and 2 flatbread pizzas, as well as a variety of drinks. There are 2 flavors of flatbread pizza available here — cheese and pepperoni. We enjoyed eating these and they could be a good option for kids, but they aren’t something we’d probably order again. The big kicker here is the price. Cheese Flatbread The cheese flatbread is priced at $9, while the pepperoni flatbread is $9.50. That’s a pretty hefty price to pay for this amount of pizza, especially considering it wasn’t anything that blew us away. Click here to see our full review of the Brew-Wing Booth! Basically All of the Italy Booth This year the Italy Booth is serving up one returning dish and 2 new items. The returning item the Bomboloni, consists of 3 little cream-filled Italian doughnuts with raspberry sauce and powdered sugar. These were pretty basic and lacking a bit in the flavor department. AND they’re priced at $11! Bomboloni Considering that you can get 4 larger donuts for $16 at The Donut Box, we think these little treats are just too expensive. The Donut Box: Pack of the 4 Daily Donuts Another pricey dish at the Italy booth is the Mezzelune Croccanti. This dish is made of Crispy Half-moon Breaded Mozzarella-filled Ravioli with Pomodoro Sauce. While we actually thought this was really tasty, it basically tasted like Mozzarella sticks and they were priced at $12. Considering you get about 5 in each serving, that’s about $2.40 each which we feel is just too expensive for what you’re getting. Mezzelune Croccanti Finally, the dish that disappointed us the most from the Italy booth was the most expensive one there. The Grilled Chicken Ravioli with Alfredo Sauce, Romano Cheese, and Prezzemolo is priced at $13. The pasta was rubbery, the chicken was flavorless, and the sauce was gritty. Plus, you only get a few ravioli for that pretty high price. Chicken Ravioli We think you’re better off spending that $13 on 1 or potentially even 2 or 3 other dishes at the festival, like some of the items on our Best of the Fest list! Click here to see our full review of the Italy booth! A Small Bao Bun Next on our list is the NEW ZiRan Beef Bao Bun, which features Grilled Beef with Cumin, from the China booth. This bao bun was actually very tasty, but still not overly special. If it had a stronger cumin flavor, that might have made it go higher up on our list. But again the biggest issue here is the price compared to the size. ZiRan Beef Bao Bun The bao bun itself is pretty small and is priced at $7.25. In comparison, you could get quite a few items that actually made it onto our Best of the Fest list (which generally are better in flavor and many of which provide more in terms of quantity) for under $7. ZiRan Beef Bao Bun For example, you could grab the Chilaquiles con Chorizo for $7 from the Mexico booth, the Tuna Poke for $7 from the Hawai’i booth, the Crispy Pig Ear Salad from the Swanky Saucy Swine for just $5.25, and the Schinkennudeln from the Germany booth for just $4.50 (all of which are on our Best of the Fest list). Tuna Poke Bowl In other words, while the bao bun wasn’t bad by any means (again, we thought it was tasty!), if you’re going to spend $7, there are other things that could give you a better bang for your buck and your taste buds (at least in our opinion). Apple Chips Finally, we reach the last item on our list which are the Apple Chips from Appleseed Orchard. Oh goodness. When we saw these Apple Chips listed on the menu we expected they’d perhaps be freshly made or something unique. Instead, for $4(!) we got a pre-made bag of apple chips. Apple Chips To make matters worse, the bag was only about 1/3 of the way full. Apple Chips The chips themselves were not anything mind-blowing. Apple Chips In our opinion $4 for this pre-made bag of partially full and not that exciting chips is WAY too expensive. Again, like we mentioned above, there are quite a few fresh, delicious items from our Best of the Fest list that are just over $4 and are WELL worth the cash particularly when compared to this snack. Granted, we understand that this snack is gluten/wheat friendly so that may be important to people’s diets, but there are actually a pretty large number of gluten/wheat friendly items at the Festival this year and we think some others would be a much better choice in terms of value. Click here to see our review of the rest of the items at Appleseed Orchard. And that’s our list of the 4 items (well 4-ish since we added in a few extras) at the Food & Wine Festival that we think are just too expensive considering what you’re getting. Do you totally disagree with us? Is one of these items a must-get for you that you think is 100% worth the cost? Tell us in the comments below, we’d love to hear your thoughts! Schinkennudeln And, as always, be sure to check back with us for more news, reviews, and updates about Disney World. Click here to see our list of the BEST of the FEST for the 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 Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! What do you think is the worst value at the Food & Wine Festival? Tell us in the comments! The post 4 Things That Are TOO EXPENSIVE at the EPCOT Food and Wine Festival 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. The 80th Anniversary of Captain America is this July! Captain America To celebrate the occasion, Disney has come out with a new Captain America collectible, and it’s available now on shopDisney! One of Disney’s newest collectible souvenirs is their series of Disney keys! We’ve seen collectible keys themed for Winnie the Pooh, Star Wars, Fantasia, and more! Now, Disney has come out with a special edition Captain America 80th Anniversary Key! ©shopDisney The key looks like it’s been cut out of Captain America’s shield, with the red and white stripes around the edges and a blue background with the star in the middle! There’s a silhouette of Cap in the center as well! It’s $14.99 and available to buy now! Click Here to Buy the Captain America 80th Anniversary Collectible Key! Also released for this occasion is the Captain America 80th Anniversary Collectible Key Pin, which is basically a mini, pin version of the key! ©shopDisney The pin is 2″ long and comes with a keyhole collectible display card that commemorates the 80th anniversary occasion! ©shopDisney The Captain America 80th Anniversary Key Pin is available now for $12.99 on shopDisney! Click Here to Buy the Captain America 80th Anniversary Collectible Key Pin! In addition to the Cap key and pin, there’s a new Marvel Collectible Mystery Key Set on shopDisney! When you purchase from this set, you’ll receive one of six mystery collectible keys, which could be an Iron Man, Black Panther, Captain Marvel, Groot, Ant-Man, or a mystery Marvel key! ©shopDisney You can get a Marvel Collectible Mystery Key on shopDisney now for $12.99! Click Here to Buy a Marvel Collectible Mystery Key! We’re super excited to celebrate Captain America’s 80th anniversary! Keep following DFB for more updates on new Disney merchandise! Click Here to Check Out Another Captain America Souvenir You Can Get in Disney World Now! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you celebrating Captain America’s 80th Anniversary this month? Tell us how in the comments! The post Disney’s Newest Collectible Celebrates Captain America’s 80th Anniversary! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

You don’t need to be spending $200 on dinner every night in Disney World, or $50 every time you stop for snacks for the family. Saimin Ramen There are bargains to be found in the theme parks if you know where to look. We’re sharing the CHEAPEST food in Disney Word. Check out all this and more in our newest DFB Video!  Are you a DFB Video subscriber? If you hit the button below, you can subscribe to our channel and catch up on ALL of our latest episodes! Check out our latest video and then comment below: Your favorite Disney meal!The post DFB Video: The Cheapest Food in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World fans are some of the most loyal and dedicated fans in the world. Fans were eager to share their opinion on the new castle makeover. And there are times when Disney World fans are so overwhelmed by news, events, and announcements that it — sometimes literally — breaks the Internet. So we’re looking back at times that Disney made announcements that stunned us all and had us flocking to our devices to Google, call, text, or tweet to learn all we could or submit our thoughts. Disney World Closing in 2020 The global health pandemic that shook the world in 2020 never felt more real in the U.S. until Disney Parks announced its closing. Disney World had never closed in the past for more than a day or two (with most closures due to hurricanes). But this time, it was to be closed for longer (with no reopening date announced until later). We were all stunned that the parks on both coasts closed in the U.S. and the other parks in Paris, Shanghai, Tokyo, and Hong Kong also closed. It was all very unsettling to imagine these parks usually buzzing with activity and energy, empty — indefinitely. Not a guest to be seen while the parks were closed. ©Jonathan Michael Salazar It was at this point, with the announcement that Disney World would close through March 2020 (which then got extended several months), that left Disney fans breaking the Internet with their chatter about the severity of the situation. The traffic on the internet and social media outlets ranged from guests trying to re-arrange travel plans to fans and local residents just trying to find out when they could expect the gates to re-open. Disney World during closures ©WESH 2 With so many businesses dependent on Disney World tourism traffic for their livelihood, it is understandable why so many people were frantic to learn as much as they could as quickly as possible. Coming at the height of Spring Break and the beginning of the traditional “busy season” for vacations, many were bracing to see what this would mean for their trips. This was not isolated to just the internet, but the phone lines were busy, as well. Call centers were inundated with vacationers desperate to make arrangements to get home, and those with impending trips calling to learn what their options were, canceling, postponing, and rescheduling — all calling and waiting on hold for hours at a time. Learn More About Disney World’s Closure Announcement Disney World Suspended the Disney College Program At about the same time, Disney World also announced that it would indefinitely suspend the Disney College Program. Those involved in the program, along with those in other programs that were suspended (Disney Culinary Program, Disney Cultural Exchange Program, and Disney Academic Exchange Program), were told to evacuate their Disney housing and go home. College Program Pins This took the Disney community by surprise since no one imagined that Disney World would be closed that long. Health and safety are a priority for Disney. Leaving Disney is hard, but what made it even harder was that these special program participants didn’t know when or if they’d be able to return to complete their program. When this announcement was made, it directly impacted not only those actively engaged in these programs but also applicants who had already been accepted to the programs for the next season. Seven Dwarfs Mine Train on the last day of the College Program As soon as the announcement was released, the internet was bogged down with traffic, not only from program participants and applicants but also their family, friends, and community, all wanting to know more and how to best support their loved one the cancelation impacted. The Disney College Program Has Returned — Learn More Here! Disney World Reopening Date Announced Disney World guests spent months waiting for Disney to announce a reopening date, and when they did, it was all anyone could talk about. It wasn’t just that Disney World was reopening, but there were concerns about new health and safety guidelines, including temperature checks, masks, limited capacity, and park pass reservations. Health Signage At the time, it became clear that, although Disney World would be open again, things would be a LOT different. And that chatter about these changes was all over social media and the Internet. Magic Kingdom on Reopening Day Again, the internet was filled with not just hopeful travelers but with all sorts of individuals yearning for good news, a symbol of a “return to normal,” and something positive to help relieve the anxiety, stress, and seemingly endless unknowns that the pandemic brought with it. No doubt, there was a lot of people just curious what all was different and how reopening would even work! In addition, other companies and industries were closely watching how Disney handled the health and safety protocols to see if those approaches could be adapted for their own organizations. All this culminated in a click-frenzy as the world seemed tuned in to Disney’s next move. Read About The Reopening Of One Disney Springs Restaurant Splash Mountain Re-Theme Announcement You want to get Disney World fans riled up? Announce that a classic ride is getting a complete re-theme (some fans are still mourning the loss of Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride, Maelstrom, and the original Journey into Imagination in Disney World). In this case, it was the announcement that Splash Mountain would get a new theme with a story inspired by The Princess and the Frog. Needless to say, some fans were very vocal about their opinions on this. Princess and the Frog attraction Concept Art ©Disney This re-theming hits close to the hearts of many Disney fans. Splash Mountain holds a nostalgic place in their hearts for many, having been a beloved must-do for over 20 years (opening in 1989 in Disneyland and in 1992 at Walt Disney World). Many are excited to see a new inclusive experience with such a great story and strong leading characters. There is definitely some anticipation for knowing exactly when guests will have the last opportunity to visit their “Laughin’ Place” with Brer Rabbit and have their first chance at “going down the bayou” with Louis and Tiana. The timing of this announcement also coincided with the re-opening of the Magic Kingdom after the COVID closure, so many guests flocked to the attraction and its merchandise shop creating lines for up to four hours to make sure they got one last ride and scooped up one last souvenir. Over a year later, we still don’t have a refurbishment timeline for the change, but trust us — many fans are still anxious to learn more about this re-theme announcement that broke the Internet. We imagine that once an official timeline is released, it will likely break the internet, AGAIN! Learn More About Splash Mountain’s Re-Theme Here When Park Pass Reservations First Became Available Disney World reopening was a big deal, so it’s no surprise that the Internet (well, Disney’s website) felt the stress of guests trying to make Park Pass Reservations when they first became available. The first round of reservations went to guests with existing resort reservations, so everyone after that scrambled to get park passes for the days they wanted them. We’ve spent a lot of time staring at screens like this over the past year When the new Park Pass Reservation system went up, it came with A LOT of complications. Since it was so new it experienced the glitches and overloads that many new websites troubleshoot before all of the kinks have been worked out. This was compounded by the immediate and intense internet traffic it received with so many Disney fans and travelers all trying to access it at the same time. Getting beyond the pink castle “just a moment” page required a lot of patience and sometimes, we just had to start the process over. That was a nail-biter of a day for many Disney World fans (us included!). Once we broke through, we found that some days booked up quickly. Although Disney later added more park passes to dates. Annual Passholders also found it hard to snatch up tickets for the first month of reopening because they went so quickly — we never even saw Magic Kingdom available for Passholders on reopening day when we got through. We definitely felt like Disney broke the internet during this process. See What Park Pass Reservations Looked Like When They Opened To The Ticket-Holding Guests The First Skyliner Crash It’s never fun to hear news of something not working properly at Disney World, and it’s downright scary to hear the word “crash” involving anything about our favorite place on Earth. Shortly after The Skyliner opened at Disney World, there was an accident involving several gondolas crashing into each other. This resulted in some guests being stuck on the Skyliner for hours. Skyliner on a pretty day In the hours that the Skyliner was stopped, social media stories poured out from the guests stuck in the gondolas documenting their experience. This created an explosion of shares, likes, and retweets as their stories were shared around the Disney community. On nearly every Disney social media platform, individuals could see posts and stories about the passengers who were trapped in their gondola — some for up to three hours! Skyliner As the time ticked by, guests were able to access emergency kits stashed in each gondola for, well, emergencies which provided passengers with few packets of drinking water, cool packs, a pencil and notepad, a whistle, a glow stick, and a few blue cups (called emesis bags). As you can imagine, the rescue process of this incident was just as intriguing as the situation itself. Guests were evacuated in cherry pickers and even firetrucks had to extend their ladders to get some passengers down from their gondola suspended between platforms. Unfortunately, that’s not the only instance of Skyliner crashes, but thankfully the others have been minor. The Skyliner had a minor crash in April of 2021 followed by ANOTHER small crash in June. It didn’t seem to be as shocking the second (and third) time around (and thankfully, no one was injured in either incident). Read About What We’d Include In An Emergency Kit When Disney Canceled the Dining Plan Shortly after announcing the reopening of Disney World, Disney also announced that it would be discontinuing the Disney Dining Plan. To say this left Disney World guests shocked, angry, and confused is an understatement. The Disney Dining Plan is a method of pre-paying for meals at Walt Disney World. Many guests use this heavily in their Disney World budgets, and to have it so abruptly ended was cause for concern. The Disney Dining Plan is so popular, it even has its own swag. The cancelation of the Dining Plan was especially stressful for guests who had already planned and booked their trips to Disney World, especially as many depend on the dining plan to make eating at Disney World as stress-free as possible. Recently, Disney has FINALLY announced that the Disney Dining Plan will be returning. So, loyal Dining Plan participants can take a deep breath of relief knowing that it WILL return, now we just have to wait for WHEN it will return. We fully anticipate another internet-breaking day when that announcement is made! Learn More About The Cancellation of the Disney Dining Plan Anytime Limited Edition Merchandise Goes On Sale So we’ve all be there — wanting to snag a limited edition piece of merchandise on shopDisney the minute it goes on sale. And we’ve felt the sting of disappointment when our desired item sells out faster than the acceleration on Test Track. In 2020, Disney tried to provide a fix for this frustration by creating a Virtual Waiting Room, but that system also added to the frustration with guests waiting to get INTO the Virtual Waiting Room, then once in waiting even more to then find the merchandise sold out. Waiting Room of DOOM! We love that Disney keeps innovating to improve guest experiences, but there are FAR too many glitches on the shopDisney site to handle this sort of change, so time will tell if they can get a reliable and efficient system to shoulder this influx of traffic. (So far…no.)We spent a LOT of time waiting in virtual waiting rooms (and occasionally getting booted out of them) to get our hands on Minnie Mouse: The Main Attraction merchandise, along with the Stitch Crashes Disney stuff. Did YOU manage to get your hands on these ears online? And don’t even get us started on how fast that Indiana Jones Replica Idol went — we were still waiting in a virtual room to access the site when it sold out! Sometimes we were lucky enough to have the item in our cart and when going through the check out process, learned that it was now out of stock. Hope dashed and dreams crushed. And we had NO luck getting our hands on the Loki Cereal either. Internet broken. Like our hearts. Learn More About Loki Charms Selling Out When Tickets Went On Sale For Boo Bash With the cancelation of the Halloween parties in 2020 at Disney World, we knew there would be a lot of interest when the announcement was released for Disney’s After Hours Boo Bash for 2021. We had no idea, though, the chaos that would ensue when we tried to snag tickets. When they were first made available, Boo Bash tickets could not be purchased online — you had to call to acquire them. But we, along with other guests, kept getting an error message that our call could not be completed. Boo Bash ©Disney You can imagine the frustrated tweets, Facebook messages, and Instagram posts we saw that day from guests trying to get Boo Bash tickets. We ended up calling as many Disney World numbers as we could, and eventually were put on hold — with a total wait time of 167 minutes!!! One member of our team reported being on hold for almost 11 hours after being disconnected several times and forced to call back in and be placed in the back of the hold queue. And our experience was one of many. Upset Disney fans were breaking the Internet with their complaints. Here’s Our Full Experience In Getting Boo Bash Tickets Grilled Cheese Donut Sure, Disneyland had its Pickle Corn Dog, but before that, Disney World had the Grilled Cheese Donut from Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew at Disney Springs. And for some reason, that donut became quite the topic of controversy! Grilled Cheeeeese This snack became so embroiled in a controversy that a video of our famous cheese pull of it (because we KNOW how to do a good cheese pull) ended up on Late Night with Seth Meyers. That video also ended up on Yahoo, the Today Show, and Fox News, who also couldn’t get over the idea of all that cheese on a donut (don’t knock it until you try it, folks). Read Our Review of the Grilled Cheeeeese Donut When Disney Announced It Would Discontinue Magical Express So many Disney World guests depend on Magical Express to get to and from the Orlando International Airport and Disney World, so many were shocked — and upset — when Disney announced that the service would be going away in 2022. Guests took to the Internet in utter disbelief with concerns about how they might get from the airport to Disney World in the future. Disney’s Magical Express The good news is that Mears Connect will be available — for an additional fee — to connect guests to Disney World from the airport and vice versa. Many guests mourn the loss of this traditional ride on the Magical Express for differing reasons. It could be the loss of tradition, the sentimental attachment to the fun videos that play during the trip, or the feeling of the true start (or conclusion) of a memorable vacation. But some guests are just frustrated that this service that was once free has been permanently suspended. Disney’s Magical Express Take heart, though, a new Brightline train is set to connect the Orlando International Airport to Disney Springs within the next few years. Disney has already shared that “Brightline’s expansion from West Palm Beach to OIA is on track to be completed in 2022.” We are hopeful that this new option will be available to guests in 2023 and will become a new Disney vacation tradition. Here Are More Details About Mears Connect The ‘Ohana Noodle Scandal Okay, so here’s the thing — there are Disney fans who enjoy Disney snacks, and there there are Disney fans who LOVE Disney snacks. Some traditional favorites (Dole Whip, Mickey’s Premium Ice Cream Bar, and Turkey Leg, to name a few) get some steady press and have their own PR marketing campaigns. Then there are the unsung heroes of the Disney snack world, who the fervent Disney snack fans are obsessed with, these are snacks like School Bread, Gourmet popcorn, and the renowned ‘Ohana Noodles. The Ohana Noodles with the Chicken, Kielbasa, and Broccolini! Disney World guests REALLY love those lo mein noodles tossed in teriyaki sauce at ‘Ohana at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. So much so that in 2019, there was an absolute scandal when it appeared that these noodles had been taken off the menu and replaced with fried rice (the horror!). The noodles weren’t really replaced, but guests were not happy for the brief time they weren’t listed on the menu. We love you, Noodles! Well, we had another noodle scare in 2021! When ‘Ohana announced its reopening menu, the noodles were not listed on the menu. Fans took to their social media accounts and raised their noodle-loyal voices in unison to demand the reinstatement of the noodles! Disney was quick to update that the Noodles would return with ‘Ohana and we let out a collective victory cheer that the noodle nation mission was accomplished. All is right in the greater snackdom of Disney. Learn More About The Most Recent Noodle Scandal So these are times that Disney World guests took to the Internet by storm with frustrations, concerns, fears, etc. when it came to their Disney World trips. And we’re sure even more big announcements and news are on their way now that the parks are inching back to pre-closure normals, so be prepared to go through it all over again soon! 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 was the most shocking thing you remember Disney World doing that broke the Internet? Let us know in the comments! The post 12 Times Disney World BROKE the Internet! first appeared on the disney food blog. 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Things at Disney World are getting back to normal. Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto Entertainment is back. Fireworks have returned. We’ve got reopening dates for hotels. And we’ve seen a lot of restaurants reopen this summer, with more reopenings on the way. Speaking of which…we’ve got another bit of reopening news to share with you, and we think this one will get you as excited as we are! Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto and Tiki Bar will reopen TODAY, along with the rest of Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. Trader Sam’s Cast Member We are so ready to dive into some fun food and even more fun drinks! The Uh Oa! And you can bet that we’ll be there today, eating ALL the food and drinking — well not ALL — but SOME of the drinks. And we’ll share plenty of photos along the way, so stay tuned! Read about the reopening of the Poly here! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you excited about Trader Sam’s reopening? Let us know in the comments! The post BREAKING: Trader Sam's Is Reopening in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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What better way to celebrate DOLE Whip® Day than enjoying a refreshing Frozen Pineapple Treat inspired by Dole Whip while watching your favorite summer movies, series, specials and shorts set in the tropical islands on Disney+.http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/qUfectmShIgView the full article

It’s DOLE Whip® Day - and there’s delicious magic in the air at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort with the debut of a special version of the iconic Disney Parks sweet treat in honor of today’s reopening of the resort!http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/oysx7sRzif4View the full article

DOLE Whip® Day is July 19, honoring THE iconic sweet treat at Disney! We created a Disney Parks Foodie Guide to All Your Dole Whip Dreams with a list of current offerings to celebrate this special day.http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/oFRT5QcFOdQView the full article

How’s your DOLE Whip® Day going? Even if you aren’t indulging in the delicious treat today, I have (Dole) “whipped” up some ways you can still create your own tropical hideaway!http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/qSBoauZCGaQView the full article

Last month, Disney/Pixar’s Luca arrived on Disney+ with lots of success! The film features a fun story about two boys finding themselves in the Italian Riviera while hiding their secret sea monster identities! ©disney Recently, Director Enrico Casarosa shared how his own experiences inspired the film! On Disney’s official Twitter account, Casarosa shared an illustrated story about his childhood and the time he spent in the Riviera. Shy as a kid in Italy, Enrico eventually befriended a much bolder kid who pushed him to broaden his horizons and be brave! He would often spend his summers in the Italian Riviera, hearing stories of sea monsters and the unknown! Casarosa credits his bolder friend for pushing him to chase his dreams, leading him to the position he’s in today! The close relationship between Casarosa and his friend was the primary inspiration for the main characters, Luca and Alberto! ©Disney Inspired by his childhood, Enrico Casarosa created a film about the unknown, the motivating power of friendship, the Italian Riviera, and the sea monster stories of his childhood! ©Disney Love Luca? Then you should check out the latest piece of merch to drop: a new Luca pizza serving paddle! ©Disney We’re always on the lookout for the latest Disney news! Stay tuned here for more! Click here to read more about how you can live in the REAL Tower of Terror Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! What do you think of Luca‘s origin story? Let us know in the comments! The post We Bet You Didn't Know About the Sweet Origin Story of Disney/Pixar's 'Luca'! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival kicked off yesterday, and like any other EPCOT festival, there are a LOT of food and beverage items to choose from. It’s time for the Food & Wine Festival! If you’re looking for the most bang for your buck, we have a list of TEN “value” items you should consider getting across the festival booths! Whether it’s for their larger portion sizes, pricier ingredients, or hidden savings, we hope this list helps you save a little bit of money as you make your way around the festival! Chilled Crab and Avocado Parfait with Caviar from Rotunda Bistro We’re kicking off our list with a brand new booth for 2021, Rotunda Bistro! This is a great place to stop if you’re a fan of all things seafood. Depending on what you’re ordering, seafood can run a little higher in cost, which is why we were THRILLED to see that they have a dish WITH CAVIAR for only $6.50! Chilled Crab and Avocado Parfait with Caviar Caviar is a pretty pricey ingredient, so for this dish to only cost $6.50 is a pretty great value. We DID wish there was more caviar in our dish, however (hey, if you’re gonna toss us pricey fish eggs for under $7, let’s go big or go home!). Click here to read our full review of Rotunda Bistro! Shrimp and Coconut Curry Noodles from Noodle Exchange Another brand new booth this year, Noodle Exchange is all about — you guessed it — noodles. While we were impressed with all of their food items, the Shrimp and Coconut Curry Noodles were our favorite and were very substantial! Shrimp and Coconut Curry Rice Noodles The best part? This larger portion of food is available for just $6.25! You can definitely fill up on this if you’re a light eater, and you can’t beat those prices. Click here to read our full review of Noodle Exchange! Tuna Poke from Hawai’i Hawai’i is one of our favorite returning booths at the festival, and part of the reason why is their Tuna Poke! It comes with Eel Sauce, Spicy Mayonnaise, and Crispy Shrimp Chips. Tuna Poke Bowl You gotta be into poke to truly enjoy this dish, but if it’s up your alley, you’ll be pleasantly surprised at how much food you’ll get for just $7. Click here to read our full review of Hawai’i! Schinkennudeln from Germany The Schinkennudeln from Germany is a Food and Wine classic for many reasons, not the least of which being that it is just so dang delicious. Schinkennudeln Better yet, the Schinkennudeln could be one of THE best values at the festival in terms of price vs. portion size! It clocks in at only $4.50, making it one of the cheapest savory dishes in the festival (that doesn’t skimp on portion size!). Click here to read our full review of Germany! Corned Beef Corner Route from Flavors from Fire The next “value” item on our list is the Corned Beef Corner Route from Flavors from Fire! This dish is a generous-sized portion of Smoked Corned Beef with Crispy Potatoes, Cheese Curds, Pickled Onions, and Beer-Cheese Fondue. The Corned Beef Corner Route You can dive into ALL of that delicious food (and all of that beautiful cheeeeese) for just $5.50! Click here to read our full review of Flavors from Fire! The Donut Box from The Donut Box This next one is a fantastic value if you’re traveling in a larger group! The Donut Box offers a rotating menu, featuring a wide variety of sweet and tasty individual Daily Donuts for $5 a piece. The Donut Box: Pack of the 4 Daily Donuts However, you can get a box of four Daily Donuts (called The Donut Box) for $16 — that’s a saving of $4! If everyone wants a donut, definitely grab the Box and save a few bucks — you can put away that savings to purchase more festival items! Click here to read our full review of The Donut Box! Wine Flight from Greece We wanted to make sure we threw in a beverage menu item that offered a great value, and you can find it at Greece! Their Wine Flight is only $6.50, making it one of the cheaper wine flights across the entire festival. Wine Flight The flights are a great way to try multiple menu items at once, and this one doesn’t run up your tab at all! Click here to read our full review of Greece! Sweet and Spicy Bush Berry Shrimp from Australia Our next value menu item on our list is the Sweet and Spicy Bush Berry Shrimp from Australia. This dish includes three large pieces of shrimp, which, like we mentioned before, can sometimes be a bit pricey when you’re eating out. Sweet and Spicy Bush Berry Shrimp Luckily, this dish is only $6! Check it out next time you visit the Food and Wine Festival! Click here to read our full review of Australia! Capirotada de Chocolate from Mexico How about some dessert? In general, the dessert items at the festival are cheaper than the savory dish items, typically around the $4 mark. While the Capirotada de Chocolate from Mexico is a little pricier at $5.50, you’re getting an excellent value in terms of portion size. 2019 Capirotada de Chocolate This is Abuelita Chocolate Bread Pudding served with a Chocolate Crème Anglaise, and it’s a classic Food and Wine dessert and one of our favorites from year to year. Not only are you getting more bang for your buck, but the amazing taste alone makes it some of the best $5 you’ll spend at the festival. Click here to read our full review of Mexico! Strawberry Cheesecake Soft Serve prize from Emile’s Fromage Montage Last but not least, we wanted to include an item that may or may not be considered an immediate “value” — depending on how you’re planning on tackling the festival! You can participate in Emile’s Fromage Montage, a fun Cheese Crawl of sorts through the festival. Cheese Crawl! Once you complete the “Crawl” and order all of the items included, you can redeem your passport for a FREE dessert — a delicious Strawberry Cheesecake Soft Serve! Strawberry Cheesecake Softserve — Emile’s Fromage Montage Prize! Keep in mind that all of the items on the Cheese Crawl combined cost $23.50 before tax, so this is really only a value if you’re already planning on ordering the snacks included — but if you do, you can’t beat FREE. Click here to read our full review of Emile’s Fromage Montage! BONUS! The Italy Booth Surprise! We have a bonus 11th value you should consider on your next trip to the Food and Wine Festival! The entire Italy Booth is a bonus selection because when you first glance at the menu, the prices may be a little shocking! Where most items range from $4-8, the food items in Italy range from $11-13! Totally not a great out-of-pocket value if you ask us! Italy However, we heard not too long ago that the Disney Dining Plan could return sometime in 2021. If it returns before the end of the festival, Italy is a fantastic way to put those Snack Credits to good use! All three food items and Snack Credit eligible, which is a WONDERFUL value! Chicken Ravioli Be warned that historically, Italy is not the best booth at the festival (and once again this year, we were a bit disappointed!). While Italy may not be a highlight of your Food & Wine adventures, you can at least get some pretty decent mileage with those Snack Credits, should the Dining Plan return. Click here to read our full review of Italy! We hope this list gave you some fun ideas for ways to save a few bucks on your next trip to the Food and Wine Festival! Most of the items included on this list come in at UNDER $7 apiece, which gives you more cash to spend elsewhere (like on some cool Food and Wine swag!). Be sure to read all of those Food Booth reviews so you can get an even better idea of what the festival is like this year, and be sure to follow along since MORE booths are set to open on October 1st! Click here to read our Best of the Fest list from this year’s Food and Wine Festival! Ready to Plan for Your 2021 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Trip? Order the DFB Guide to the 2021 Epcot Food & Wine Festival e-Book today! This 250+-page guide to the Festival offers insider tips and advice as well as all of the details you need to know to plan your best Festival visit ever. Your purchase includes several bonus items as well -- including a full daily schedule of events at the Festival and a printable World Showcase Booth Menu Checklist to carry with you as you Eat around the World! Order your 2021 edition today! Don't miss a moment of the fun! Use code Chefs at check-out for 20% off the cover price! 2021 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Index 2021 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Booth and Menu Index 2021 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Special Events 2021 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Low-Cost Seminars and Demonstrations 2021 Eat to the Beat Concert Schedule Epcot Food and Wine Festival Fans Facebook Page 2021 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Wine and Dine Half Marathon Swan and Dolphin Food and Wine Classic Food and Wine Festival 101 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Vegetarian Items Epcot Food and Wine Festival Gluten Free Items Are you planning on attending this year’s Food and Wine Festival? Let us know in the comments! The post The 10 Best VALUES at the EPCOT Food and Wine Festival first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney’s PhotoPass is a great way to take all sorts of fun pics! From character photos to fun Magic Shots, there are tons of ways to commemorate your Disney trip! Tiny Worlds Magic Shot at EPCOT! Now, Disney’s PhotoPass Studio has another virtual background for you to try out at Disney Springs! Recently, Disney Springs took to Twitter to announce the arrival of a new background for the PhotoPass Studio! This time, it’s inspired by Disney-Pixar’s Soul! Interested in trying out the Soul photo-op? Stop by the PhotoPass Studio by Marketplace Co-Op in Disney Springs and ask a Cast Member! They’ll be glad to help you out! Marketplace Co-Op We’re excited to give this virtual background a try! We’re always on the lookout for the latest Disney news! Stay tuned here for more! Click here to read more about the Disney World refurb that might NOT be done in time for the 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. What do you think of the Soul virtual PhotoPass background? Let us know in the comments! The post There's A New 'Soul'-Inspired Photo-Op at Disney Springs! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Here at DFB, we like to put your Disney knowledge to the test every once in a while! EPCOT We’ve posted some tricky questions about Magic Kingdom attractions, searched for the biggest Disney movie fans with some tough trivia questions, and now we’re playing a round of the Price is Right from EPCOT’s World Showcase! We posted some popular (and obscure) Disney merchandise and snacks on our DFB Instagram stories to see if YOU really know how much they would cost ya. So, do you think you know the answers? Well, it’s time to find out! Our first stop around World Showcase was Japan! We always enjoy taking a pit stop in the Mitsukoshi Department Store because you can find tons of unique items that don’t 100% scream “I bought this at Disney World!” And, one of the items you can find inside is this fun-looking cat souvenir. But, it looks like it costs more than most of our readers thought — only 34% of voters knew that it is priced at $39.95 with most answering $24.50. The first stop is Japan! We stayed in Japan for this next one and wanted to see if you could guess the price of the Tom Nook Animal Crossing Pillow. And, this one must have been a bit easier because 39% of our readers got it right — it’s $44.95! What about this guy? We’re headed on over to the Canada Pavilion for this next one and stopping at Le Cellier Steakhouse to see if you know how much it costs to EAT a candle (seriously!). The Beef Fat Candle is currently served as part of the Artisan Cheese and Charcuterie Plate and yeah, it’s good. The price on this one was a toughie though and only 19% (!!) of voters knew that it cost $21 with the majority thinking that the answer was $32. Now over to that BEEEEF candle! It turns out Japan isn’t the only pavilion with some eclectic merchandise — you can also get a Beer Stein at the gift shop in the Germany Pavilion. And, how much will it cost you? A whopping $135 (which 25% of our readers knew)! This one proved to be a harder question, with the most popular answer being $89.99. Off to Germany, we go! It’s about time for a snack break, right? Oasis Sweets & Sips is a small pastry shop in the Morocco Pavilion and we wanted to know how much you thought it cost to try the GORGEOUS Mosaic Cookie With Apricot Jam! And, this one was REALLY hard because not many people know that you can find snacks in Disney World for only $2.50. Only 1% of readers got this one right, with $6.99, $5.49, and $4.29 all receiving a lot of the votes. Snacky time! We’ve landed on the most expensive item we asked you about in our Price is Right game — the hand-painted Venetian Carnival Masks in Italy! These can be found inside La Gemma Elegante and they come in all different designs, shapes, and sizes. And, yes some of them really DO cost $300, which 38% of our readers knew! Does this win the most unique item you can get in EPCOT? Next up was a stop was over to the France Pavilion, to see if you remembered how much the new Remy Ratatouille’s Adventure Ears are! And, the majority of our readers got this one right with 65% voting $29.99 (which is the right answer). Have you picked up your pair yet? Okay, time for another stop for a treat (is anyone surprised?). Kringla Bakeri og Kafe is over in the Norway Pavilion and here you can find the School Bread topped with Olaf from Disney’s Frozen. And, it looks like most of our readers thought that you’d be paying a premium for the Disney Character-topped treat because the majority guessed that it cost $6.50 and only 25% knew that it costs $4.49. yummmmmmm We’ve made it all the way around World Showcase to our final stop on our Price is Right journey — China! On particularly warm Florida days, you might find yourself stopping into one of the shops here to grab a Folding Fan and it will cost you $10. And, if you knew that then you’re part of only 6% of our readers who got this right! The grand finale! So, how did you do? Would you have won the car if we were doing this on the Price is Right? Let us know in the comments! And stay tuned to our Instagram stories for plenty more fun trivia in the future! You Can Crown Yourself the ULTIMATE Disney Parks Trivia MASTER If You Know All Of These Obscure Facts! Click HERE to Find Out! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Did you get any of the Price is Right questions correct? Let us know in the comments! The post Do YOU Know the Prices of These Obscure EPCOT Items? first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World is so busy right now with refurbishments to get ready for the big 50th anniversary celebration that begins on October 1st! Main Street Confectionery EPCOT is getting a MAJOR transformation, Cinderella Castle got a makeover, and Fantasyland got a few new golden accents. Even Main Street Confectionery at Magic Kingdom is getting a new look, and because of refurbishment, it’s currently closed (and yes, we MISS THAT SMELL). But now it looks like the candy shop might not be done in time for the 50th anniversary opening day celebration. According to the Disney World website, the Confectionery will still be under refurbishment through October 2nd. ©Disney That’s as far as the refurbishment calendar goes, so we’ll continue to keep an eye on it and see if it will last even longer. Main Street, U.S.A. Now it’s possible that the work being done on Main Street Confectionery could be done before that date — or even after. Disney has not yet made an announcement about a reopening date, but if the company does, we’ll be the first to let you know! 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? Do you think Main Street Confectionery will still be closed the first day of Disney World’s 50th anniversary celebration? Let us know in the comments. The post This Disney World Refurb May NOT Be Done Before the 50th Anniversary first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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In case you missed it, this year marks the 25th anniversary of the release of Disney’s The Hunchback of Notre Dame. Hunchback of Notre Dame Pin Disney has already started the celebration with a special Esmeralda doll AND a Hunchback of Notre Dame Collectible Key Set! Before that, about all we’ve seen is a Limited Edition Pin AND a MagicBand in Disney Parks. But we’re about to get MORE Hunchback of Notre Dame merchandise — and it’s about time! So what’s next — well, if you’re a fan of this movie, hold on to your hats — or maybe your wallets (because you’re going to need them to buy this). Because The Hunchback of Notre Dame is getting its very own Dooney & Bourke bag collection! We spotted a display at Disney World offering up a sneak peek at the collection. Coming soon! The display featured a Tote for $298… Tote …a Crossbody Bag for $198… Crossbody …and a Wallet for $158. Wallet The purple bags feature a pretty stained glass pattern with Esmeralda, the Gargoyles, Quasimodo, Phoebus, and Djali! Pattern If you’re wanting to get your hands on this collection, it will be released on July 20th. We found the display at Legends of Hollywood at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. We’ll keep an eye out for other locations and let you know when it lands online — so keep an eye out for more. SNEAK PEEK: See ALL of the Movies That Will Be Featured in the Stitch Crashes Disney Series! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Will you be nabbing one of these bags? Let us know in the comments! The post 'Hunchback of Notre Dame' Fans -- You're Gonna Want to See Disney's Newest Collection! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Hello, DFB friends! TACOS! It’s been A WEEK. We’ve been busy running all around EPCOT getting ALL the food booth reviews for the 2021 EPCOT Food and Wine Festival, WHILE keeping track of all other new snacks, restaurant reopenings, and more at Disney World. And we’ve got some restaurant menu updates for you, too! Disney’s Animal Kingdom Smiling Crocodile The Smiling Crocodile at Animal Kingdom has reopened! And it’s got a brand new menu that features STREET TACOS: Pulled Pork Street Tacos — Two Pulled Pork Tacos tossed in our House-made Sauce with Lime Crema, Cotija Cheese, Cabbage, and Pickled Onion served with a side of Chips and Salsa for $9.99 Pulled Chicken Street Tacos — Two Roasted Chicken Tacos tossed in our House-made Sauce with Lime Crema, Cotija Cheese, Cabbage, and Pickled Onion served with a side of Chips and Salsa for $9.99 Veggie Street Tacos — Two Tacos with Black Beans, Roasted Corn, Poblano Peppers, and Red Onion topped with Pico de Gallo, Chili-Lime Mayonnaise, and Cotija Cheese served with a side of Chips and Salsa for $9.99. TACOS for days! Considering there aren’t a lot of places in the parks to get good tacos, we’re excited. Also, these tacos ARE GOOD, so be sure to check it out! Read Our Full Review of The Smiling Crocodile’s New Menu EPCOT Sunshine Seasons We have a few changes over at Sunshine Seasons: Everything under “Soups and Salads” has been removed (Power Salad with Chicken, Tuna Side Salad, Side Salad, and Power Salad RETURNING: Mongolian Beef — with Vegetable Fried Rice for $13.49 Sunshine Seasons Mongolian Beef with Noodles and Rice There’s also a new Cheese Flatbread served with Pasta Salad available for $10.49. Read Our Most Recent Review of Sunshine Seasons Disney’s Hollywood Studios Sci-Fi Dine-In Restaurant There’s a small change at Sci-Fi Dine-In. On the “Allergy” menu, the Brownie has increased in price from $9 to $10. Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater But that’s the only change we’re seeing here this week! Check Out Our Most Recent Review of Sci-Fi Dine-In Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto So Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto doesn’t have a reopening date, yet, but we’ve seen some changes to the menu, which suggests it could reopen soon. Here’s what’s different on the “Appetizers” part of the menu: Headhunter Sushi Roll has been replaced by the Kahuna Tuna Sushi Roll, REMOVED: Hawaiian Poke and Roasted Chicken and Pork Pâté Bánh Mì Sliders Roasted Chicken and Pork Pate Banh Mi Sliders Under “Cocktails,” the Shrunken Zombie Head has been renamed simply the Zombie. We also spotted a few minor changes to the beer and wine menus. Read More About The Menu Changes at Trader Sam’s Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Territory Lounge Finally, over at Territory Lounge, the following menu changes are now in effect: NEW: House-smoked Chipotle Barbecue-glazed Ribs — Three Bones for $13| Five Bones for $17 RETURNING: Oregon Chardonnay Fondue — with Pretzel Bread and Grapes for $14 Chardonnay Cheese Fondue And there’s a brand new dessert to try: Flourless Chocolate Cake Cauldron for $8 Read Our Most Recent Review of Territory Lounge Those are all the changes for this week, but we’ll be back soon for more, so stay tuned! Check Out This NEW Wine Experience Coming to One of Our Favorite Disney Springs Restaurants! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What’s your favorite Disney World restaurant? Has it had any menu changes recently? Let us know in the comments what you thought! The post 5 Need-to-Know Disney World Menu Updates From This Week! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The Wave…of American Flavors is a restaurant located at Disney’s Contemporary Resort near Magic Kingdom. This spot usually serves up fresh, market-inspired meals all day long. The Wave We’ve enjoyed breakfast here in the past, however the restaurant is currently under refurbishment. In the meantime, you’ll find The Wave’s breakfast up at the California Grill on the top of Disney’s Contemporary Resort! We wanted to check out how the dining experience had changed by moving the same meal to a completely different restaurant, so let’s check it out! Atmosphere California Grill is typically known for its fine dining, and it only offered dinner before this temporary breakfast option was added. There are both reservations and Walk-up Waitlist available for this spot. If you have a reservation, you can use your phone to do Mobile Check-in and… Check-in at the new Wave breakfast …you’ll receive a text when your table is ready! It’s time to eat! After we got our text that the table was ready, we headed over to the front desk of California Grill! The check-in area! We were then led inside. Inside California Grill, the temporary home of The Wave breakfast, you’ll find a sleek, modern interior with lots of natural light! It’s very nice inside! With windows all around the restaurant, you get the chance to enjoy an amazing view of the Magic Kingdom! Windows everywhere! California Grill has sets of tables and chairs as well as booths. You can see that the booths are separated by a divider. The Wave…at California Grill This spot is especially good at taking a look at Magic Kingdom in the morning, and it’s a great spot for fireworks if you visit California Grill for dinner! That VIEW We got a table right next to the window, and THIS was our breakfast view! We’ll take breakfast with a view of Cinderella Castle any day! The view from our table! Okay, so the restaurant itself is gorgeous and has incredible views, but how did The Wave breakfast taste in its new location? Eats After we sat down, we scanned the QR code on the table and took a look at the menu! Menu QR code Taking a look at the menu, we saw Appetizers and Entrées… ©Disney …Sides and the Create-Your-Own Kids’ Menu… ©Disney …the Kids’ Specialty Drink and Breakfast Cocktails… ©Disney …Non-Alcoholic Beverages… ©Disney …Allergy-Friendly Appetizers and Entrées… ©Disney …Allergy-Friendly Sides and Create-Your-Own Kids Breakfast… ©Disney ..and the Allergy-Friendly side options for the kids! ©Disney For our first drink, we got the Seasonal Spiked Latte for $11. Usually, this drink comes with a little bit of whipped cream, but today there wasn’t any. However, this drink was delicious! It was nice and boozy with a great roasted coffee flavor! We were a little weirded out that it was a hot coffee, we were expecting something iced, but it was an excellent way to start the meal. If you don’t like to taste the booze, you might want to skip this drink. The Spiked Latte! You can also get Refillable Mimosas with Freixenet Blanc de Blancs Brut Sparkling Wine and Orange Juice for $19. There are also Pineapple and Cranberry flavors available, and we tried the Orange and Cranberry. Both of these mimosas were great, but we really loved the cranberry one! The balance of juice and booze in both these mimosas was perfect for us, not your typical Disney mimosa (all juice and a splash of bubbles)! You could definitely taste the bubbles in both of these, and it’s one of the better mimosas we’ve had at Disney World. The mimosas are unlimited, but our server told us they would stop if we were having “a little too much fun.” Refillable Mimosas! For our meal, we got The Wave Feast with Eggs Benedict, Scrambled Egg, Bacon, Sausage, Mickey Waffle, Bacon-Cheddar Grits, Breakfast Potatoes, and Fresh Fruit for $20! This platter was so good!!! Just about everything on here was cooked well and was delicious, but there were some definite highlights like… The Wave Feast! …The Eggs Benedict. This was like a perfectly cooked little benedict! The egg was soft boiled just right and the yolk had the perfect amount of runniness. The ham, egg, hollandaise, and English muffin all come together to make a delicious bite! Yum! Another highlight was the Grits! With plenty of cheese and bacon bits, these grits were creamy, and a little bit crunchy. The Wave really nailed it with all of these breakfast classics! If you’re a fan of grits or cheese or bacon, you would love these. Delicious grits! And of course, no Disney breakfast is complete without Mickey Waffles! In this case, the feast only came with one, but it was so crisp and fluffy, as usual! We poured syrup on ours and it was absolutely delicious! You can’t go wrong with Mickey Waffles! The Wave Feast also comes with Bacon and Sausage. The bacon was pretty typical, but it certainly hit the spot. The texture was nice and crispy, which is the best way to eat bacon in our opinion! The sausage was also pretty simple, but there was nothing wrong with it. The sausage is pork sausage, but we confirmed that chicken sausage is available upon request. The Breakfast Potatoes were also pretty simple, but delicious! Bacon and Sausage We also got the Wave Signature Sweet Potato Pancakes with Pecan-Honey Butter and choice of Bacon, Pork Sausage, or Chicken Sausage for $14! Fluffy pancakes! These pancakes were AMAZING! They were so soft and fluffy — these were everything you’d want in a pancake! The pecan-honey butter was a great sweet spread and really took the pancakes to the next level. You can also get a side of two pancakes for $7 or a side of Mickey Waffles for $5. The Pecan-Honey Butter was great! Overall, there were some standouts, but we loved everything we tried here! It was a classic breakfast and it was done really well! Nosh or Not Stop by The Wave Breakfast at California Grill if… You’re on a budget! The prices for this breakfast are really great compared to a lot of other restaurants. You want to have breakfast close to Magic Kingdom! Within walking distance of Magic Kingdom, this is a great choice if you’re looking to enjoy breakfast and then head over to the park. You want to dine inside California Grill for less money! This offering is basically the California Grill experience, but with The Wave pricing! Steer clear of The Wave Breakfast at California Grill if… You’re looking for a more unique breakfast! This is a pretty standard, continental breakfast. If you’re looking for a more unique breakfast in the area, ‘Ohana at the Polynesian might be the choice for you. You want to go back to California Grill for fireworks! Since this is technically The Wave, you cannot get the usual California Grill perk of being able to come back to watch fireworks later in the day. You want a fast breakfast! If you’re trying to rope drop Magic Kingdom right after, keep in mind that this is table service and it’ll take a while to have your whole meal! Options like Contempo Café or the Main Street Bakery might be better if you’re looking to hit Magic Kingdom quickly after breakfast. Overall This was an excellent breakfast at the Wave (or should we say, California Grill?). For the pricing, you’re getting a lot of great classic breakfast food, an awesome view, and a great experience! The service was excellent and helpful, and it was great to enjoy breakfast from atop the Contemporary Resort. All of The Wave’s offerings were classic breakfast dishes, nothing mind-blowing but they were very well done! Plus, how could we not like a place with unlimited mimosas? If you’re looking to get a filling, classic breakfast near Magic Kingdom, this is a great way to start the day! As long as you don’t mind having a full-length table service meal before a day at the park, this is a good pre-game for Magic Kingdom. The meal at these prices with this view is a STEAL. Take advantage of this option while it’s here! If you’re looking for something that’ll be quick and convenient before a day at the parks, maybe try a quick service like Contempo Café. If you’re looking for something a little bit more unique, try out ‘Ohana at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort! Overall, this was a great meal with a killer view, great service, and good food! Click here to read our review of ‘Ohana’s breakfast! 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! 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