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Welcome back to another weekly update from the Happiest Place on Earth, Disneyland! The Anaheim resort is set to celebrate it’s 66th Anniversary this weekend, and a LOT has been going on in the parks! Disneyland Let’s get caught up on what’s new at Disneyland, including tons of food updates! Disneyland Park Food Updates The Tropical Hideaway The newest snack to arrive at the Disneyland Resort is a food/merchandise combo! To celebrate the reopening of Jungle Cruise, guests can dig into the new Pineapple Split DOLE Whip Sundae! Oh My Goodness. We Gotta Get It The sundae includes 2 spears of pineapple, 2 small swirls of DOLE Whip, blueberries and strawberries, coconut flakes, banana chips, and gummy butterflies. So Good! The best part? It comes with a souvenir Jungle Cruise BOAT! We’ll Take 1,000 Please You can grab one while supplies last at The Tropical Hideaway for $24.99! Click here to read more about the Pineapple Split DOLE Whip Sundae! Kat Saka’s Kettle Kat Saka’s Kettle reopened this week at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge with a NEW popcorn flavor! MSE-6 Droid Popcorn Bucket Kat Saka’s is known for their unique popcorn flavors (one of our long-time favorites being their Chocolate Popcorn), but this week we tried Batuu Wilds Banana Popped Grains, a.k.a. their new BANANA flavor! Time for Some Popcorn! And ya know what? It wasn’t that bad! The banana flavor came in as a bit of an aftertaste, giving this traditionally salty snack a nice sweet balance! Try it for yourself at Kat Saka’s Kettle for $6.49. Click here to read more about Disneyland’s new Banana Popcorn! Pooh Corner Finally, we spotted a limited-time Anniversary Caramel Apple at Pooh Corner in Critter Country! Look at them all! This adorably dapper Apple is dipped in Caramel along with Milk, Dark, AND White Chocolate with Blue Sugar, a White Chocolate Bow Tie, Yellow M&M’s, and Marshmallow Ears. Definitely a treat you need to split with a friend! It’s SUPER sweet, even sweeter than most Disneyland Apples we’ve had in the past! Be ready to share this one with a friend for $12.99 if you’re visiting this weekend during Disneyland’s Anniversary! Click here to read more about Disneyland’s Anniversary Caramel Apple! Pretzel Carts Our final food update from Disneyland Park can be found at outdoor Pretzel Carts in Frontierland and Fantasyland! We snacked on the Jalapeño Pretzel at the Frontierland Pretzel Cart across from Big Thunder Mountain Railroad. Jalapeño Pretzel We didn’t taste much spice from the jalapeño, so if you’re looking for a little heat, you may be disappointed — but if all you care about is the CHEESE, this will be a great snack option on your next trip to Disneyland. It’s available for $6! Click here to read more about where you can get stuffed pretzels at Disneyland! Disney California Adventure Food Updates Lamplight Lounge Brunch at Lamplight Lounge has returned! Lamplight Lounge This fan-favorite restaurant has been reopen since A Touch of Disney kicked off back in March, but this is the first time guests can enjoy their weekend brunch menu since the closures began in 2020! Brunch is back at Lamplight! If you’re visiting Disneyland on a Friday, Saturday, or Sunday, grab an AM reservation at Lamplight Lounge! Click here to get a first look at the return of Brunch at Lamplight Lounge! In the coming weeks, there are lots of additional dining openings, including Carthay Circle Restaurant and Golden Horseshoe! Not to mention, we’ll finally see the return of character dining at the Disneyland Resort this month! There’s lots to cover, so be sure to follow along for the latest Disneyland dining news. Click here to read about when character dining is set to return to the Disneyland Resort! Disneyland Resort General Updates Jungle Cruise officially reopened on July 16th, but we were able to get a sneak peek of the reimagined attraction a little early! Anyone Up for a Trip to the Jungle? The attraction opened up for the first time since the closures began last year, including some new scenes! What Kind of Trouble Are They Getting Up To? This is also the first time guests can get a look at the new addition of Trader Sam’s Gift Shop (we also spotted the Gift Shop open for business at Disney World)! Trader Sam’s Gift Shop The attraction is still being reimagined at Disney World, so if you want to take a look at the completed version, head over to Disneyland! Click here to check out our first look at the reimagined Jungle Cruise! Speaking of reopening rides, we learned this week that Finding Nemo Submarine Voyage is set to open this winter! Finding Nemo Submarine Voyage is coming back this year! The classic Disneyland attraction has been closed since the resort’s closure began back in March of 2020, and we’re thrilled to see that it will return later this year! Click here to read more about the return of Finding Nemo Submarine Voyage! Disneyland Resort Merchandise Updates Cars Land If you’re a big fan of Cars Land like we are, then you’ll love the newest Loungefly mini backpack to arrive at Disneyland! Cars Land Loungefly Mini Backpack This backpack is covered with the Cars Land logo! Cars Land Loungefly Mini Backpack The logo is also found inside the bag! Cars Land Loungefly Mini Backpack You can pick this mini backpack up in Cars Land for $75. Click here to read about the newest Disney merchandise that could sell out FAST online! That’ll do it for our latest roundup of what’s new at the Disneyland Resort! There’s a lot going on these days, and there’s something new to check out every time we visit! Stay tuned for all of the latest news as more locations reopen in the Happiest Place on Earth. Click here to read about what’s new at EPCOT! Disneyland Reopening Details and Info Click HERE for the All Latest Updates Disneyland Reopening April 30th California Residents Will Be the ONLY People Allowed to Visit Reopened Disneyland Initially Avengers Campus Set to Open June 4th Click Here to See All the Rides That Will Reopen Initially in Disneyland Click Here to See All the Restaurants That Will Reopen Initially in Disneyland Disneyland Ticket Price Info and Blockout Dates Released Disneyland's Grand Californian Hotel Reopening Date Announced! Everything You NEED To Know About Wearing Masks at a Disney Park Join the DFB Newsletter To get all the latest Disney Park Closure News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe Do you have plans to visit Disneyland in 2021? Let us know in the comments! The post What's New in Disneyland Resort: Banana Popcorn and a Reimagined Jungle Cruise Opens! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort is set to reopen VERY soon after a lengthy refurbishment! Construction at the Polynesian Resort During construction, the main entrance, Monorail station, and rooms were completely revamped and rethemed to be centered around Disney’s Moana. Although these are some major changes, we noticed a smaller change that you’ll want to be aware of if you’re snacking around the resort! If you stop by the Barefoot Pool Bar over at Disney’s Polynesian Resort, you’ll find a full food menu! This pool bar has been offering cocktails and drinks, but now there’s plenty of food to try, too! The Barefoot Pool Bar at Disney’s Polynesian Resort We stopped by to take a look at the spot’s new menus (which look really cute)! The New Barefoot Pool Bar Menu! They had their usual cocktails and drinks… Lots of cocktails and drinks! …one of which was The Voyager, a DFB hack that became a real menu item! We saw it on a placard a while back as a temporary drink, but now it’s on the FULL menu!!! The Voyager… Our Kakamora HACK-a-mora! However, the big news today is that Barefoot Pool Bar is serving food! The bar will be serving a small selection of starters like the Fried Wonton Chips with Spicy Duck Sauce for $4.49 and the Black Pepper Parmesan Wings with Fresh Garden Herb Dressing for $10.99 and entrées like the Sashimi of Tuna, Salmon, and Hamachi with Wakame Salad for $17.99! For dessert, they have Malasadas, which are Portuguese Doughnuts served with Passionfruit Curd for $4.99! Food is back! They also have new Kids’ Meals including Grilled Chicken Strips with Apple Slices, Carrot Sticks, and your choice of Milk or Water for $7.49 and a Cheeseburger with Apple Slices, Carrot Sticks, and your choice of Milk, Water, or Juice for $7.69! Kid’s meal and beverages The food and menu are from the Oasis Bar & Grill, so we’ve seen these options before — now there’s a new place to grab them! We’re excited to be able to grab food at another Disney spot! We’re always keeping up with the latest Disney news! Stay tuned here for more! Click here to read about 9 One-Of-A-Kind Shirts You Can’t Find at the Parks! 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 Barefoot Pool Bar’s menu? Let us know in the comments! The post There's Now ANOTHER Place to Grab a Snack at Disney's Polynesian Village Resort! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We can’t even fathom everything that’s happened since last year — 2020 was a crazy year to say the least! Disney World closed and reopened. And we watched as health and safety guidelines went from being prominent at the parks to being phased out. One of our FAVORITE resort lobbies…Jambo House at Animal Kingdom Lodge! What a year, right? And there are STILL things at Disney World that haven’t reopened yet, including restaurants AND hotels. But that’s changing, too. Many of our favorite snack spots have reopened, along with many of our favorite restaurants, and we now have official reopening dates for the rest of Disney World’s hotels! This means that by the end of the year ALL of Disney World’s hotels will be open for the first time since the resort’s closure. Disney World Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort remained closed through most of the year due to construction — the hotel is getting a brand new makeover, with rooms inspired by Moana! But we have a reopening date and it’s SOON — the Polynesian will reopen on July 19th. And you can make reservations NOW. LOTS of construction going on at the Polynesian right now. The hotel was previously only open to Disney Vacation Club members, but we’re looking forward to seeing other guests here soon! However, guests need to note that the Monorail station at the Polynesian will not reopen on the 19th with the rest of the hotel. Check Out Photos of the New ‘Moana’-Themed Furniture Moving Into The Polynesian! Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Like the Polynesian, Animal Kingdom Lodge has also only been open to Disney Vacation Club guests. But that will change on August 26th when the resort opens to ALL guests. Reservations open up on July 15th. So if you want to stay in the resort WITH ALL THE ANIMALS, grab those reservations ASAP. Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Savanna However, we still don’t have any confirmation on whether the two remaining closed restaurants at the hotel, Boma and Jiko…The Cooking Place will reopen with it. Is Disney World’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Worth It? Find Out Here Port Orleans — French Quarter and Port Orleans Riverside Resorts We’ve seen a lot of comments from DFB readers asking about the reopening of the Port Orleans resorts, and we’re happy to report that Port Orleans — French Quarter will reopen on October 14th, while Port Orleans — Riverside will reopen on October 28th. Disney’s Port Orleans Resort — French Quarter And reservations are open now for both resorts! All-Star Music and All-Star Sports Resorts Although Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort reopened earlier this year, we only JUST found out about the reopening of All-Star Music and All-Star Sports. All-Star Music will reopen on September 16th and All-Star Sports will reopen on December 9th. Reservations for both are now open. All-Star Music Resort Of all the hotels, the last to reopen will be All-Star Sports, but when it does reopen, it will be the first time in over a year that ALL Disney World hotels will be open again. And that’s a pretty big deal. Things are constantly changing, and we’ll continue to let you know about other reopenings as they happen. Here’s The Reopening Date For The EPCOT Monorail Line 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 booking a stay at any of these hotels? Let us know in the comments! The post Reopening Dates for the Rest of Disney World's CLOSED Hotels first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It might be hard to believe to hardcore Disney fans, but some Disney movies just don’t sit right with critics. ©Disney Although many of Disney’s most recent movies have done well with both audiences and critics (Raya and the Last Dragon, Onward, Soul, Luca, and Cruella), there are some classics that tend to get panned widely. In fact, in the past, critics have been downright HARSH with some Disney movies, resulting in low scores on movie rating websites like Rotten Tomatoes. So we’ve looked at some of the lowest-scoring Disney movies on that site and pulled the 10 worst. Mulan II — 0% Okay, so how does a movie even get a zero on Rotten Tomatoes? Like how bad does it have to be? Apparently, the critics did NOT appreciate seeing Mulan’s story expanded in Mulan II, or maybe it had something to do with Eddie Murphy not reprising his role as Mushu in the sequel (instead, the voice was done by Mark Mosely). ©Rotten Tomatoes One critic wrote: “If it were any more trivial, it’d be invisible. Mulan II is, rather, more conceptually offensive.” Audiences seemed to like it a little at least, but yeah, this one was a miss for Disney in the critics’ eyes. At least Mulan did eventually get a live-action movie! A Kid In King Arthur’s Court — 5% Here’s another one — and we’ll admit it’s been a while since we’ve watched A Kid in King Arthur’s Court to remember much about it. But critics called the movie “numbingly bland,” sluggish and low-energy,” and “lame and surprisingly awkward.” They, apparently, didn’t have anything nice to say… . ©Rotten Tomatoes The audience score isn’t much better and only sits at 27%. This time it looks like audiences agreed with critics. Beauty and the Beast: The Enchanted Christmas — 13% Okay, so we get it. A lot of the sequels of movies from the 90s just didn’t sit too well with critics. And no amount of enchantment could save Belle in Beauty and the Beast: The Enchanted Christmas. Maybe it’s because this wasn’t technically a sequel, but a tale that didn’t quite make it into the Beauty and the Beast film (which won Academy Awards, people!). ©Rotten Tomatoes This movie was billed by one critic as “a typically low-rent direct-to-video Disney sequel…” and by another as “a fairly desperate attempt to create a plot where there’s no room for one.” And well, we’ve seen it, and sure, it’s cute, but we can’t disagree completely. But we love Belle’s Christmas dress all the same! That Darn Cat — 13% We’re not sure which Disney executive thought remaking the Hayley Mills-starring film That Darn Cat was a good idea, but…this was a HUGE misfire. Whereas the original gets a whopping 94% on Rotten Tomatoes, the remake took all of the fun and charm out of it and just was not the same. In other words, if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it. ©Rotten Tomatoes Reviewers criticized the script for trying too hard to be topical and funny, and in the end, they were probably right. However, watch the classic (it’s on Disney+) because it’s HILARIOUS. Man of the House — 14% Y’all just don’t understand — the early 2000s BELONGED to Jonathan Taylor Thomas (why else did pre-teen girls watch Home Improvement?). Like he was HUGE. And Disney even put him in Man of the House opposite comedy legend Chevy Chase. And although comedy hijinks did ensue, critics just really didn’t think they were all that funny. ©Rotten Tomatoes Disney had the teen heartthrob of the time PLUS a huge comedy movie star and they still failed to make a movie people liked. This “pretty weak family comedy” is still worth a watch, though, because hey, you can relive that Jonathan Taylor Thomas crush you probably had back in the day (don’t worry — no judgment here). The Santa Clause 3: The Escape Clause — 17% Wow…we almost forgot they made 3 of these!! ©Rotten Tomatoes But this movie did give us this zinger of a review: “Santa’s traditional cry of ho-ho-ho has never sounded more like three stab wounds of pain and horror.” We don’t know whether to laugh or cry. We’ll just stick with the Santa we know at Disney World, thank you very much. The Jungle Book 2 — 18% Disney made The Jungle Book in 1967, and we have no idea why it took Disney 36 years to make a sequel, but maybe the company should have waited longer. The Jungle Book 2 picks up shortly where the first left off, with Mowgli longing for his days in the jungle, so he sneaks out of the human village to go back to his animal friends. On paper, it sounds good, right? ©Rotten Tomatoes But the execution was lacking, at least according to one critic who wrote: “not a good movie, and probably better left unwatched.” The live-action The Jungle Book fared better, though, and a sequel to that is in the works. We hope it’s better than the animated sequel. Jungle 2 Jungle — 19% The plot to Jungle 2 Jungle sounds almost like a direct rip-off of Tarzan — it’s about a Manhattan broker (Tim Allen) who discovers he has a son in the jungle who begs to go to New York to fulfill a quest given to him by his tribe. Of course, there’s a lot of fish out of water kind of gags, but in the end, they weren’t that funny. ©Rotten Tomatoes Critics pretty much just called it “a fairly awful Tim Allen comedy.” The Mighty Ducks — 21% Here’s a movie that divided audiences and critics — The Mighty Ducks! Critics almost overwhelmingly hated it (it only has 21% on Rotten Tomatoes), but the audience score is a whopping 65%! What’s bizarre is WHY the critics didn’t like it — one critic complained that it was “sweet and innocent.” Um…okay? ©Rotten Tomatoes Anyway, we’re glad Disney didn’t listen to critics because we now have The Mighty Ducks: Game Changers TV show on Disney+. So yes, it’s surprising that some of these movies scored so low with critics, but it’s still interesting to see what the critics have had to say throughout the years about some of these Disney films, and in the end, if you enjoy what Rotten Tomatoes thinks are the worst Disney movies ever made, you do you! Click Here For 18 AWESOME Movies and Shows You Had No Idea Were On Disney+ 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 these Rotten Tomatoes ratings for these movies? Let us know in the comments! The post Can You Guess Which Disney Movie Has a 0% Rating on Rotten Tomatoes?! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Things are slowly beginning to get back to “normal” at Disney World. JAMMIN’ Chefs! We’ve seen the end of many of the resort’s health and safety guidelines, the return of summer crowds, the return of entertainment, the return of fireworks, and the return of ride pre-shows. We’ve also seen the company announce the return of in-person runDisney events AND the return of the Disney College Program. And now another Disney program is set to come back soon! The company has announced the official return of the Disney Culinary Program! Like the College Program, the Culinary Program was suspended last year due to the global health pandemic. But, it will be returning soon and applications are now open! ©Disney Disney is currently recruiting candidates for programs that begin anywhere from August 2021 to March 2022. Interested? You can get more details and apply for the program here. So if you’ve got some Remy-level skills and are currently enrolled as a full-time or part-time student at a school of culinary arts or enrolled in a culinary/baking and pastry school, go fill out the application now! Chefs de France And we’ll let you know about the return of other Disney programs, so stay tuned! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you or someone you know interested in the Disney Culinary Program? Let us know in the comments! The post Another Disney World Program Is Returning! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The Territory Lounge at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge is a great place to enjoy a drink and take a load off after a long day at the parks! The Lobby of Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Resort Although we’ve been checking out the newly reopened restaurants in Disney World, like ‘Ohana, Citricos, and Trail’s End, we noticed some new menu items pop-up at Territory Lounge! We headed over to Territory Lounge in Wilderness Lodge to check out their new offerings! Inside the Territory Lounge Before we get into the new treats, let’s take a look at the drink we got! We chose the First Timer with Maker’s Mark, Blackberry Cordial, Cranberry Juice, and Almond Syrup for $14. This was a perfect cocktail! It was strong and boozy but the blackberry and almond brought the right amount of sweetness. The cranberry also really cut through and made this a delicious fruity cocktail! The First Timer! The first snack we tried is the Oregon Chardonnay Fondue with Pretzel Bread and Grapes for $14. We’ve seen fondue at Territory Lounge, but the one we tried before was made with wine and beer. Now, though, the fondue is made with chardonnay! Fondue This fondue was delicious! The chardonnay fondue was super cheesy and a little bit boozy, the pretzel rolls were hard and salty on the outside but fluffy on the inside, and the grapes made for a great combo with the fondue. We really loved this one, it just might be hard to share it because it’s a little bit small. However, it’s so delicious that you’re not gonna want to share anyways! Oregon Chardonnay Fondue The new dessert at Territory Lounge is the Flourless Chocolate Cake Cauldron for $8. We’re not sure how to feel about this one honestly; it’s not particularly fudgy or cakey, it’s something completely different. New cake! The dessert is served warm. It was a little bit on the bitter side, and we think some sweet ice cream would’ve gone a long way on this one! Our server did offer it as an add-on, but we turned it down so we could try the cake on its own. For the price, we don’t think this one is quite worth it. The Flourless Chocolate Cake! If these look like something you would enjoy, stop by Territory Lounge at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge to try them out (get the fondue, you’ll thank us later)! This is a really exciting time to go to Disney World, with all sorts of reopenings and new menu items as well as the EPCOT Food and Wine Festival going on right now! We’re always keeping up with the latest Disney news! Stay tuned here for more! Click here to read more about the new Joffrey’s STRAW that’s absolutely delicious! 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 Territory Lounge’s latest offerings? Let us know in the comments! The post REVIEW: Here's Where to Find Chardonnay (!!) Fondue in Disney World! 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. If you’re a frequent Disney parks-goer, you probably have loads of fun Disney tees! Disney Traders Although we love shopping in the parks, we’ve spotted some of our favorite Disney tees somewhere else — online! The theme parks have lots of options, however, the internet offers some shirts and apparel that are just a bit more unique. We’ve looked at Disney shirts only the biggest Disney fans will understand, but today we’re going to show you some one-of-a-kind shirts that you will NOT find in the parks! Did you know that DFB has an entire line of t-shirts, sweatshirts, pillows, socks, water bottles, bags, and more?! Let’s check a few of them out! First up is our Plastic Cheese Tee! If you know us, then you know that plastic cheese is one of our favorite snacks in Disney World (), and we’ll put it on just about anything… Plastic Cheese! …including a t-shirt! (It’s what plastic cheese deserves. ) You can’t dip a corn dog nugget into it, but we think it’s still pretty great. Get yours online NOW for 20% off with code MAGIC! Click here to shop the Plastic Cheese Tee for 20% off using code MAGIC! If you love Frozen Ever After in EPCOT’s Norway Pavilion, we’ve got the one-of-a-kind shirt for you! There are plenty of Easter eggs from Frozen in the queue for the ride, including a sign for Kristoff that says “Ice Master & Deliverer of Arendelle.” Kristoff’s Ice Cream Company Tee That got us thinking — since Kristoff is so good with cold things, we like to think that he would start his own ice cream shop one day! And that’s why we created the Kristoff Ice Cream Company Tee! Would you visit an ice cream shop started by Kristoff? We certainly would! Click here to shop the Ice Cream Company Tee for 20% off using code MAGIC! Or maybe you’re obsessed with all things Neverland?! Well, do not fear, we have you covered! You CAN Fly! Sweatshirt Our You Can Fly! sweatshirt will transport you to Neverland no matter where you are!! Click here to shop the You CAN Fly! Sweatshirt for 20% off using code MAGIC! Let’s be honest. Here at DFB, we are ALL about the snacks. From Dole Whip to Mickey pretzels and everything in between, it simply isn’t a trip to Disney without the SNACKS! Lookin’ Like a Snack Tee Snackers like us can sport the Snack Time Tee, which says “Lookin’ Like a Snack”. Just imagine taking pics with all of your snacks in this shirt! Click here to shop the Snack Time Tee for 20% off using code MAGIC! People who love little Disney details know the iconic quote as you enter Magic Kingdom — “Here you leave today and enter the world of yesterday, tomorrow, and fantasy.” After that, you’re on Main Street, U.S.A., one of the park’s most underrated lands. Main Street FL Tee Well, if you’re a fan of Main Street, U.S.A. like us, then you’ll love the Main Street FL Tee! For our readers who are Disneyland guests, we’ve also got the Main Street CA Tee, too! Both shirts feature the zip code, and that iconic Walt Disney quote. Click here to shop the Main Street FL Tee for 20% off using code MAGIC! We’ve got these and SO much more over at the DFB Store! Shop the FULL DFB Store for tees, sweatshirts, and so much more here! Don’t forget to use code MAGIC for 20% off! Now, let’s take a look at even more one-of-a-kind tees that you won’t find in the Disney parks! There are all sorts of Disney characters including heroes, princesses, sidekicks, villains, and more. But how often do you get to rep them all on the same shirt?! The Periodic Table of Fairy Tales T-shirt features several fan-favorite Disney characters! ©Amazon Plus, science fans can appreciate the nod to the periodic table of elements. It’s truly the perfect mix for people who love science and Disney! The tee is $22.99. Click here to buy the Periodic Table of Fairy Tales T-shirt! Most of the Disney Princesses have some relatable aspect to them. If you love to read, you probably relate to Belle in that aspect, and the Belle My Weekend Is Booked T-shirt is for you! ©Amazon It features Belle in her ballgown settling down with a few books, and she’s joined by Chip and Mrs. Potts! The shirt is $22.99. Buy the Belle My Weekend is Booked T-shirt here! Any yoga-fans out there? Toy Story may have its own land in Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and Slinky Dog may have his own coaster, but we can’t get over how cute this Slinky Dog Namaste T-shirt is! ©Amazon Slinky Dog is particularly great at the downward dog yoga position (no surprise there), and you can grab this shirt now for $22.99. Click here to buy the Slinky Dog Namaste T-shirt! This next shirt is super fun! Do you get the reference yet? Yep, it’s a Star Wars spin on the iconic Abbey Road picture featuring The Beatles! ©Amazon The Star Wars Death Star Road Stormtrooper Crossing T-shirt is truly one of the best Disney shirts we’ve seen! The best part? Only true Beatles and Star Wars fans will get it! You can grab this on Amazon for $23.99. Buy the Star Wars Death Star Road Stormtrooper Crossing These are just a few of our favorite Disney tees that you won’t spot in the parks! There are plenty of options out there, and now is the perfect time to stock up on a few shirts before your next Disney trip. Don’t forget to use our discount code MAGIC on all DFB purchases for 20% off! Click here to shop DFB’s FULL Disney Collection for 20% off with code MAGIC! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Which of these Disney shirts is your favorite? 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The 2021 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival has begun! Happy EPCOT Food & Wine Festival Season! Things are still a little different at this mega-long EPCOT fest, but we’ve got the tips and tricks — and, of course, the list of the best dishes — to help you navigate the EPCOT Food & Wine Festival like a pro. Check out our Best of the Fest list 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: What item are you the most excited to try at this year’s EPCOT Food & Wine Festival?The post DFB Video: BEST of the Fest: What to EAT at EPCOT’s Food & Wine Festival 2021! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Have you ever been on a Disney World attraction and hear a familiar voice or see a familiar face that you just KNOW from somewhere? Pirates of the Caribbean Like maybe it was at Magic Kingdom on Pirates of the Caribbean or maybe you were at EPCOT watching Canada Far and Wide. Or maybe some of those characters on the Dinosaur video at Disney’s Animal Kingdom look familiar. Well, it turns out that there are a LOT of celebrities in attractions at Disney World, and that’s why you recognize many of those voices and faces. But just how many can you name? We’re going to help you out here — here’s where you can find each celebrity voice and/or face at Disney World. Magic Kingdom Pirates of the Caribbean So, we’re pretty sure you’ve spotted both the likeness AND the voice of Johnny Depp in Pirates of the Caribbean. Both he and actor Geoffrey Rush reprised their roles from the Pirates of the Caribbean movies when the ride got re-themed in 2006. Yo ho! Yo ho! You used to hear the voice of actor Bill Nighy reprising his role as Davy Jones (you used to be able to see his face on the waterfall as he issues his warning to guests). Have YOU Ever Noticed This Pirates of the Caribbean Detail in Disney World? Under the Sea: Journey of the Little Mermaid It only makes sense to use the voice of Ariel from The Little Mermaid in the attraction devoted to her, so Jodi Bensen also stars as Ariel in Under the Sea: Journey of the Little Mermaid. Her beautiful voice is iconic and lends itself to fully immersing guests in the story. Kiss the Girl! You’ll also hear the fantastic Pat Carroll reprising her role as Ursula as only she can! Granted, they are predominantly featured in their recorded songs from the film, but it counts! Sadly, Buddy Hackett, the voice of Scuttle in the film, does not voice the silly bird here. He passed away in 2003 and was voiced here by Chris Edgerly. You Can Now OWN Ariel’s Underwater Castle — Check It Out Here! Splash Mountain Zip-a-dee-doo-dah, zip-a-dee-ay! There are several voices in the classic Disney attraction Splash Mountain. Uncle Phil himself, James Avery, from The Fresh Prince of Bel Air is the voice of Br’er Frog! Everybody’s got a laughin’ place And he pulls double duty on the ride because he’s also the voice of Br’er Bear! And voice actor Jess Harnell (known mostly for his voice as the host of America’s Funniest Home Videos and as Wakko in Animaniacs) lends his talents as Mr. Bluebird, the Geese, and the Vulture! When Could Disney’s Splash Mountain Retheming Start? Here’s What We Know. Mickey’s PhilHarmagic You can hear Mr. Bean actor Rowan Atkinson as Zazu during the show! And Gilbert Gottfried reprised his role from Aladdin as Iago for Mickey’s PhilHarmagic. Mickey’s PhilHarmagic Gottfried also voiced Iago in The Enchanted Tiki Room: Under New Management, but as fate would have it, after guests overwhelmingly criticized the changes to that show, a fire in the attic resulting in the ride closing for a period of time only to revert to its previously charming incarnation. Here Are The NEW Changes Coming To Mickey’s PhilharMagic! The Many Adventures of Winnie The Pooh How can we mention anything Pooh-related without mentioning the incomparable Jim Cummings? He’s been the voice of Pooh since 1988 and is also the voice of Pooh in The Many Adventures of Winnie The Pooh. Is this the most charming ride in Magic Kingdom? We can’t imagine any other voice as Pooh now! Oh bother! But keep reading — you’ll hear his voice elsewhere in Disney World, too! (Our favorite used to be hearing him as the narrator of IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth in EPCOT!) See Photos! The Interactive Queue is Back at Disney World’s Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh Haunted Mansion A voice you’ll hear all over Disney World is the bassy tone of Thurl Ravenscroft, who lends his voice to one of the singing busts in the cemetery scene in Haunted Mansion. But you can also hear him in Country Bear Jamboree, Pirates of the Caribbean, and The Enchanted Tiki Room. A voice in here might seem eerily familiar… And if his voice sounds familiar, you’ll soon know why — he’s the one who sang “You’re A Mean One, Mister Grinch” in the original How The Grinch Stole Christmas AND he was famously the voice of Tony the Tiger! That voice is unmistakable. Think You’re a Haunted Mansion Expert? Read This. Disney’s Hollywood Studios Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Are you ready to rock? Well, this one is probably one you knew because one of the greatest rock frontmen of all time stars in this attraction. We’re talking about Steven Tyler. But of course, his band Aerosmith is featured as part of the ride’s pre-show — as well as in its music. Aerosmith doing their thing Love in an elevator? How about love on a roller coaster! The band actually re-recorded this song to fit the ride! Aerosmith’s tunes are PERFECT for this thrill ride. Check Out This Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Gear We Found at Disney World! The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror One cannot simply enter The Twilight Zone without the voice and face of the man who introduced every episode of the original version of this show during its time on television, Rod Serling. “You unlock this door with the key of imagination…” Rod Serling Although the face is his in the attraction (Disney used old footage for the pre-show video), the voice isn’t (Serling had passed on by the time Tower of Terror was built). Have You Seen The Tower of Terror Minnie Ears? Click Here! Rise of the Resistance Disney spared no expense in bringing Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge to life, so the Rise of the Resistance ride is star-studded with such big Star Wars actors like Daisy Ridley, John Boyega, Oscar Isaac, Adam Driver, and Domhnall Gleeson — all reprising their roles from the Star Wars sequels films! Daisy Riddley as Rey in Rise of the Resistance That’s just one of many reasons as to why this ride is still one of the hottest — and hardest — tickets to get at Disney World! Top 5 Tips To Guarantee a Rise of the Resistance Boarding Group in Disney’s Hollywood Studios NOW Millennium Falcon: Smuggler’s Run When you go through the pre-show of Millennium Falcon: Smuggler’s Run, you meet Hondo Ohnaka and get the opportunity to help him run some goods (smuggle, he means smuggle) on the fastest hunk of junk in the galaxy. And if he sounds familiar, remember the voice of Winnie the Pooh? Yep, Hondo is voiced by Jim Cummings. Hi, Hondo! He also voiced Hondo in the Star Wars animated series. Here’s How To Make Calls From the Millennium Falcon With a New Facebook Portal Feature! Star Tours When you prepare to board Star Tours, you’ll hear a droid giving you some helpful information about departure times, boarding, and safety. That droid is voiced by award-winning actress Allison Janney. Now boarding… But Janney was no newcomer to Disney when she voiced the droid — you can also hear her in the Finding Nemo movie and the Phineas and Ferb TV show. Check Out The Rise of Skywalker Scene In Star Tours! Toy Story Mania! Interestingly enough, the voice of Woody in Toy Story Mania! is NOT Tom Hanks. Instead, you’ll hear the voice of his younger brother Jim Hanks. But Tim Allen reprised his role as Buzz Lightyear here (although he is not the voice of Buzz over at Magic Kingdom’s Buzz Lightyear Space Ranger Spin!). You won’t hear Tom Hanks’ voice here. You can also hear Phil Lamarr as Wheezy, Annie Potts as Bo Peep, John Ratzenberger as Hamm, and Wallace Shawn as Rex. Here’s What It Was Like to Ride Toy Story Mania in a Reopened Disney’s Hollywood Studios! EPCOT Journey Into Imagination With Figment Sure, Figment might be the BIGGEST celebrity in Journey Into Imagination With Figment, but Monty Python star Eric Idle steals some scenes away from the purple dragon as Dr. Nigel Channing. Eric Idle in Journey Into Imagination with Figment And of course, we have to mention the special homage to Robin Williams in the lobby of the Imagination Institute. There’s a tribute to Professor Philip Brainard, Williams’ role in the movie Flubber. You’ll also spot Rick Moranis as wacky scientist Wayne Szalinsnki from Honey, I Shrunk the Kids! Make These Disney DIY Figment Shoes to SPARK Your Workout Routine! Spaceship Earth “Like a grand and miraculous spaceship, our planet has sailed through the universe of time; and for a brief moment we have been among its passengers.” And yes, that’s a line from Spaceship Earth, narrated by the one and only Dame Judi Dench. There’s a HUGE star’s voice inside this big ball Although Spaceship Earth was supposed to get an upgrade, that seems to be on hold, so we’re happy we get to hear this narration for a little while longer. Do You Love or Hate the New Look Coming to EPCOT’s Spaceship Earth?! Canada Far and Wide While you’re inside the Canada Pavilion’s 360-degree theater getting sweeping vista views of the grandeur of Canada, you might wonder about those voices you’re hearing during the Canada Far and Wide film. And if you think a few of those belong to Catherine O’Hara and Eugene Levy of Schitt’s Creek fame (among MANY other things), you would be right! Canada Far and Wide We mean, they are two of Canada’s funniest people, right? Moira and Johnny Rose would be proud. What’s Going on with Canada Far and Wide in Disney World? Soarin’ Around The World The Soarin’ pre-show features a Chief Flight Attendant, who gives you all your instructions for having the best and safest trip possible all over the world. But he isn’t just any regular guy, he’s Patrick Warburton, who’s been on everything from Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. to Netflix’s A Series of Unfortunate Events. Soarin’ Pre-Show However, we remember him fondly as the voice of Kronk in The Emperor’s New Groove. You can also hear him on Star Tours as one of the droids. Nice work, pal! If You’re A Soarin’ Fan, You’ll LOVE This Tumbler We Found in Disney World! Disney’s Animal Kingdom Dinosaur Dinosaur’s Dr. Seeker, the scientist gone rogue that sends us all back in time to be terrified by a T-Rex, is none other than Wallace Langham from CSI. It’s Dr. Seeker! You’ll also recognize his boss, played by none other than Clair Huxtable from The Cosby Show — Phylicia Rashad. Let’s go get that dino! Did You Know About All of These Hidden Dinoland U.S.A. Details in Animal Kingdom?! It’s Tough To Be A Bug If you’ve seen the movie A Bug’s Life, you might recognize ALL the voices in It’s Tough To Be A Bug. That’s because they’re actors who returned to reprise their roles from the movie for the attraction. It’s Tough to Be a Bug You’ll hear Dave Foley, Cheech Marin, French Stewart, and Jason Alexander during the theatrical presentation. Kevin Spacey didn’t reprise his role voicing villain Hopper though! 3 Rides You Didn’t Realize Would Terrify You in Disney World So next time you’re at Disney World, be sure to keep your eyes and ears open — there are celebrities ALL over the parks! You never know who you might see or hear. Here’s EVERY Disney World Ride Without a Height Requirement 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. Who’s your favorite celebrity in a Disney World attraction? Let us know in the comments! The post Can You Match the Celebrity to the Disney World Attraction They’re In? first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Some Disney Parks snacks are just simply iconic! Dole Whip at Disneyland We’re talking about Mickey Pretzels, Mickey Bars, Mickey Ice Cream sandwiches, Churros, and well, the most legendary of ALL Disney snacks, the Dole Whip. And now there’s a BIG reason to celebrate that wonderful pineapple soft serve. Did you know that Disney Dole Whip goes all the way back to 1984? It was introduced at a trade show, but Dole Food Company took over as the sponsor of The Enchanted Tiki Room and Tiki Juice Bar at Disneyland, Dole started offering it there. And the rest is history! You can now grab Dole Whip at Disney Parks in a variety of flavors — there’s classic pineapple, of course, but there’s also coconut, raspberry, watermelon, and more! Minnie Watermelon Dole Whip Cup Disney wants to honor ALL THINGS Dole Whip, so the company has announced that tomorrow, June 19th, is officially Dole Whip Day! And in anticipation of this holiday that we can TOTALLY get behind, there’s a brand new Dole Whip wallpaper you can download from the Disney Parks Blog. ©Disney Disney has other big plans for Dole Whip celebrations tomorrow, so stay tuned because we’ll be covering everything dedicated to one of our favorite Disney snacks! Here’s How to Get A SECRET Dole Whip Float at Disneyland! 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 Dole Whip flavor? Let us know in the comments! The post Disney Announces Its First Ever DOLE WHIP DAY! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

There are a TON of reopenings happening right now in Disney World, with more resorts and restaurants starting to welcome back guests! ‘Ohana at the Polynesian Resort Today, we’ve got yet another reopening to report and it’s a big one. The EPCOT Monorail line is back! Since Disney World’s closure in March of 2020, the EPCOT Monorail line has remained closed. But now, we can finally get to EPCOT on the Monorail again! The EPCOT Monorail is BACK! The Monorail is running between EPCOT and the Transportation and Ticket Center from 10AM to 11PM today. EPCOT Monorail Hours Of course, we HAD to hop on and take a trip on the EPCOT Monorail line for the first time in 16 months! It felt so good to finally be cruisin’ around EPCOT on the Monorail again! We’ll continue to keep an eye out for more exciting updates around Disney World, so stay tuned for all of the latest news! Click here to read more about the 3 attractions that will be closed at Magic Kingdom! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What do you think about the reopening of EPCOT’s Monorail station? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTOS & VIDEO: The EPCOT Monorail Has Reopened in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s been a WILD week at Disney World! We’re at Joffrey’s! Not only did we get a TON of news about this year’s holiday season at Disney World, but we’ve also been at EPCOT’s Food and Wine Festival eating and drinking ALL the things. But we’re not done yet…because today, we discovered something new! It wasn’t that long ago when we started seeing paper straws replacing plastic ones across the Disney Parks. But today, we dropped by Joffrey’s at American Adventure in EPCOT and we found a NEW kind of straw — and it’s made of sugar! How sweet, right? (See what we did there?) A straw made out of…sugar? Okay, so technically, it’s a Sugarcane Straw, which is made from a byproduct of sugar processing — it’s made from the plant fibers left behind after sugar is processed. So don’t worry — this straw won’t get soggy like the paper ones do. It’s 100% biodegradable, compostable, AND reusable. Sugarcane Straw We checked a few Joffrey’s locations, and right now, we’ve only seen the new straws at this Joffrey’s — the other locations we checked still had paper straws. But we expect that these will roll out to other Disney World locations soon, so we’ll keep an eye out for them! Disney World’s Employee Costumes Are Made of…Trash? 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? Have you tried sugarcane straws yet? Let us know in the comments! The post Forget Paper Straws! Joffrey's Is Now Using Sugarcane Straws at Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We spend a LOT of time in Disney World and with all of our reporting and tips, you’d be hard-pressed to find something we’ve NEVER seen in the parks. Hollywood Studios And yet, Disney World is so detailed that even the EXPERTS can miss some secrets. Every once in a while, someone on the DFB team notices something TOTALLY new or shares a detail that SHOCKS the rest of us. So, we wanted to share those with you! Here are 11 Disney World details even the experts don’t notice! 1. Walt actually has THREE windows on Main Street, U.S.A. Sure, most experts know about all of the very interesting windows on Main Street, U.S.A. in Magic Kingdom, but did you know that Walt Disney actually has three windows on Main Street? The very first of his windows is on top of the Train Station before you enter the park. It says, “Railroad Office, Keeping Dreams on Track, Walter E. Disney, Chief Engineer,” because without Walt there would be no Disney World. Walt Disney’s Window! He also has the very last window on Main Street that says, “Walter E. Disney, Graduate School of Design and Master Planning.” You can see that one right above the Plaza Restaurant. But where is that third window? Look above Main Street Cinema to spot Walt’s name as the Founder & Director Emeritus! 2. There are some famous droid tracks in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. Disney experts know that Disney Imagineers put a lot of thought into the pavement of different areas, and you’ve probably noticed that rings true in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. This area has a lot of droid tracks running through the area, but did you know that some of the tracks around Black Spire Outpost were actually created by using a rubbing of the feet from the original R2-D2 unit from Star Wars: A New Hope? Galaxy’s Edge Imagineers took the rubbing, then created a dolly with wheels that had that imprint on them to easily roll out the pattern in the cement at Galaxy’s Edge. Bonus! You can also spot an Easter Egg for the old Lights! Motors! Action! Show that used to be where Galaxy’s Edge is in the marketplace. There’s a stack of small speeders and one has the initials “LMA” written on it in the Star Wars language Aurebesh. 3. You can see nods to the Avatar bad guys in Disney’s Animal Kingdom Pandora. Speaking of alien planets, you might not have noticed a certain secret in Animal Kingdom’s Pandora. Sure, lots of experts know about the handprints at the end of Flight of Passage — but did you know that there are actually a lot of nods to the bad guys from the Avatar film too? Pandora RDA is the corporation that serves as the antagonist in Avatar and there are still signs of their occupation of the planet. Around the land, you might notice rusted old machinery branded with the RDA logo. Pandora One specific example is in the caves at the beginning of the indoor queue for Flight of Passage. You’ll come across an old RDA area with rusty walls. Another detail in this room? The wall says “JC Shoring 08.016.54.” The “JC” stands for James Cameron and the numbers represent his birthday on August 16, 1954. Click here to see some hidden details in Disney World gift shops! 4. Sometimes you can hear “noises from the kitchen” in Disney restaurants. When you’re eating in Disney World restaurants you might not notice some of the noises around you, with so many guests talking and plates clanking. But sometimes if you listen closely you can hear “noises from the kitchen” in Disney restaurants. Tusker House The outside dining area Tusker House has a speaker so that guests can hear inside the kitchen. This is a recording but you can hear dishes clanging together and the sweeping of broken glass, as well as many other things going wrong in the kitchen. You’ll also hear this sort of thing when you dine at Skipper Canteen in Magic Kingdom (you can hear activity in the “rooms” above the main mess hall area!). 5. The Liberty Square addresses have a hidden meaning. Next time you’re walking through Liberty Square in Magic Kingdom, take a look at the addresses on the houses of this land. Each address is just two digits, but if you were to add an “18” to the front of each number they would become a year in the 1800s. Liberty Square Interestingly enough, those buildings are all made with the architectural style that represents the year of their respective addresses. To see some Hollywood Studios secrets, click here! 6. There are some special Lost & Found locations! Anyone who’s been to Disney their fair share of times has probably had to call Disney’s Lost and Found, but did you know there are some extra-special Lost and Found locations as well? The Walt Disney World Railroad may still be close as construction continues on TRON Lightcycle Run in Magic Kingdom, but you can still check out the Main Street Train Station to find this detail. Train Station On the lower level of the station, you’ll see a Lost and Found area that’s filled with forgotten items from Disney characters — not Disney guests. See if you can spot Aladdin’s lamp, Winnie the Pooh’s honey pot, and a few other “lost” items! Want to spot something kind of creepy in Disney World? Click here! 7. Carousel of Progress has a LOT of Easter Eggs. Just nearby, over in Tomorrowland, Carousel of Progress has a lot of Easter Eggs. Sure most experts have probably noticed some of these, but have you seen them all? There are tons of Hidden Mickeys and a very famous bird to spot. Carousel of Progress In the last scene alone you’ll spot at least four Hidden Mickeys (like those salt and pepper shakers on the kitchen counter). Also, look out the window for a robin sitting on a branch in the first scene. That bird was in Mary Poppins. Yep, the actual animatronic that was used in Mary Poppins is sitting in the Carousel of Progress attraction! 8. There’s a hidden sword in EPCOT’s Norway! Disney experts might have a hard time knowing about the next one because you can’t see it all the time. In fact the only time you can see it is when the waterfall and pond are turned off in the rocks at the back of the Norway Pavilion in EPCOT. There’s a Viking sword hidden directly behind that waterfall stuck in the rock! Pretty cool huh? Norway Waterfall Drained — Can You Spot the Hidden Sword? If this pavilion is ever under construction, see if you can spot it! You can also make out the “rock” filling the hole that used to be open back in the Maelstrom days (remember how cool that was when your boat felt like it was going to fall back out the hole?!). 9. You’ve probably missed this Seven Dwarfs Mine Train Hidden Mickey! Hidden Mickeys are everywhere in Disney World and we have certainly seen our fair share of them. In fact, it’s kind of hard NOT to spot hidden Mickeys even when you’re not looking for them. But, there’s one Hidden Mickey that we actually just spotted for the first time and it’s actually what prompted the idea for this post! It’s a Miner Mickey! Have you seen this Hidden Mickey on Seven Dwarfs Mine Train? See if you can spot the full Mickey carving in the wall. He’s even holding a little pickaxe! You wanna spot this one, you’ll have to look REALLY fast as you whiz outside on your right! How cute is that!? Click here to learn more about this Hidden Mickey! 10. There’s a Star Wars character in Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar. And, we actually have another hidden detail that has to do with R2-D2. There is actually a reference to the iconic Star Wars character in Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar in Disney Springs, despite the fact that this bar is inspired by Indiana Jones. Maybe it’s the Harrison Ford connection? We’re not sure. You can spot hidden droid names in this lounge! Hey there R2! Look below the Bessie Coleman sign hanging from the ceiling above the booth seating. There you’ll spot a wall that has “RTO D-2” and “RXE 2-4” printed on it. Read those quickly and what do they reference? R2-D2 and REX the droid. (There’s actually a LOT LOT more hidden references in this bar to Star Wars, Jurassic Park, and way more!) 11. There are fake waterfalls in Pandora. And finally, you’ve probably noticed your fair share of beautiful waterfalls in Pandora in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. But did you know that some of these waterfalls are…fake?! Because of Disney’s use of forced perspective to make the mountains look larger, running real water up that high would not accomplish the same realistic look of a waterfall. Pandora — The World of Avatar So instead, some of the highest waterfalls at the very top of the Pandora floating mountains are actually fabricated wheels meant to look like waterfalls. The wheels are covered in a painted mesh that, when rotated slowly at a distance, look like real flowing water! Watch the video below to see if you can spot the effect! And there you have it! Those facts CERTAINLY surprised us when we learned them and hopefully, they surprised you too! As always, stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney World updates, secrets, and more! Want to see more Disney World secrets? Watch our video below! 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 know these facts? Tell us in the comments! The post 11 INCREDIBLE Disney World Details Even the Experts Haven’t Noticed first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

In just hours, on Monday, July 19, we’re celebrating the first-ever DOLE Whip Day here on the Disney Parks Blog. And to mark the day, our authors are swirling up a sweet serving of super-refreshing stories featuring this fan favorite for everyone to enjoy!http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/55UJuwRW_NUView the full article

Shades of Green has announced their Savings in January Special for 2022. This Special is currently a room only discount. Dates: The current dates of this special are: 17 – 20 & 24 – 31 January 2022 These dates and options could change Rates Category 1 guests $138.60 per night stay (E1-E6, Cadet) Category 2 guests […] The post Shades of Green Savings in January Special 2022 appeared first on Military Disney Tips Blog. View the full article

Cast Members at Disney work very hard to give all of us the best experience! From rides to restaurants to shows, Disney parks rely on their Cast Members to make the magic happen! PYM Test Kitchen Cast Members © Disney This week, Disneyland is celebrating its Cast Members with all sorts of festivities, including the return of a classic Disney tradition! Early in the morning, before the parks were open, Disneyland hosted a Cast Members-only Rubber Duck Race at it’s a small world! Cast Members could buy and decorate a duck for $5, with all proceeds going to Goodwill of Orange County! And they’re off! ©Disney Parks Blog At the end of the day, Cast Member Ruth from Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge won! The Rubber Duck Races have happened for years, and the proceeds go to charity! And the winner is… Ruth! ©Disney Parks Blog This is just one of the many ways Disney is showing their appreciation to their Cast Members with all sorts of festivities including free snacks, parties, and more! If you appreciate Disney Cast Members, there are plenty of ways to show them! Even a simple thank you goes a long way! We’re always keeping up with the latest Disney news! Stay tuned here for more! Click here to read more about the ADORABLE new Jungle Cruise snack! Check out more Disneyland Food Reviews Here!! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! What do you think about the Rubber Duck Race? Let us know in the comments! The post Have You Heard About This Super Fun Disney Cast Member Tradition? first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Mickey’s PhilharMagic got an exciting update in the Disney California Adventure Park and Disneyland Paris today! Mickey’s PhilharMagic Along with several of our favorite scenes from the original show, it featured a new scene inspired by the Disney Pixar film Coco! The new scene has Donald Duck meeting characters from Coco, which is the first time that Pixar characters and Disney animated characters appeared on screen together! Animators from both studios worked together for this scene! ©Disney There was music from Coco, including the song Un Poco Loco and it brought a lot of fun to the show! We got to see the addition today, so check out a video of the new scene below! Disney also released a super fun behind-the-scenes video about the making of this scene. It’s super fun to see Donald with these beloved Pixar characters!  Mickey’s PhilharMagic in Disney World will reopen with the new Coco scene later this year as part of the 50th Anniversary Celebrations! Keep following Disney Food Blog for more updates about rides and attractions at Disney! Click Here to Read About Another Magic Kingdom Ride that’s Closing for Refurbishments Soon! Check out more Disneyland Food Reviews Here!! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Have you seen the new Coco scene in Mickey’s PhilharMagic? Let us know what you thought in the comments! The post VIDEO: Disney's New ‘Coco’ Scene Is Now Part of Mickey’s PhilharMagic! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We spent the WHOLE DAY exploring EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival yesterday! FOUR donuts. Oh yeah!!! We’ve tried EVERY. SINGLE. ITEM. at the festival, and sure enough, we came away with some favorites. But, we gotta say, some of the festival eats made us feel a liiiiittle more guilty than others. Here are 6 guilty pleasures at EPCOT Food and Wine Festival! 1. Candy Jar Donut at The Donut Box Look, Disney, if you’re going to name something after a guilty pleasure as PROLIFIC as a candy jar, you HAVE to know that it’s going to be one of our favorite guilty bites of the whole fest. Yep, the Candy Jar Donut made with M&M’S, SNICKERS, and TWIX at The Donut Box DEFINITELY makes this list. Just look at it! That is a LOT of chocolate on a hot Florida day… It pretty much only takes a glance to notice that this treat is LOADED with sweets. Donuts on their own would typically be a guilty pleasure, but load one up with that much chocolate and we suuuure feel like kids again. Try it yourself for $5. Want to see our REVIEW of The Donut Box? Click here! 2. Mezzelune Croccanti at Italy Our next guilty pleasure is a savory one, but that certainly doesn’t make it any less guilt-inducing. The Mezzelune Croccanti is Crispy Half-moon Breaded Mozzarella-filled Ravioli with Pomodoro Sauce from the Italy booth. And, well, it’s a lot. Mezzelune Croccanti Look, if you put fried ravioli in front of us, we’re going to eat it and we’re going to feel guilty. Honestly, it’s more about the PRICE ($12!) of this eat than anything but hey, sometimes it’s worth it. To see our REVIEW of Italy, click here! 3. Braised Beef Poutine at Refreshment Port Refreshment Port has a habit of bringing us amazing, delicious poutine options and Food and Wine was no exception this year. The big difference? We think this might be one of the guiltiest poutine pleasures we’ve seen in a while! Braised Beef Poutine The $9.50 Braised Beef Poutine is made with French Fries, Boursin Garlic & Fine Herbs Cheese Sauce, Cheese Curds, and Gherkin Relish. Every ingredient in this dish is made to make us feel guilty, but all together they are DEFINITELY a pleasure. Have you ever known us to regret a cheese sauce? Click here to see more of this poutine! 4. Canadian Cheddar and Bacon Soup at Canada Speaking of cheese, we gotta give a shoutout to what might be the OG Food and Wine guilty pleasure — the Canadian Cheddar and Bacon Soup served with a Pretzel Roll from the Canada booth. Canadian Cheddar Cheese and Bacon Soup served with a Pretzel Roll For a VERY reasonable $5.75, you could fall in love with this soup as much as we have. Although to be fair, you don’t want to end up buying three servings at a time because you can’t get enough. Not that we’ve done that…Moving on! Want to see our REVIEW of Canada? Click here! 5. Mini Candied Bacon S’mores Funnel Cake at Funnel Cake Stand Back onto the sweet side of things, we’re giving a nod to another NEW guilty pleasure. Head over to the Funnel Cake Stand, and join us in the regret that’s sure to come from scarfing down a Mini Candied Bacon S’mores Funnel Cake with Vanilla Ice Cream. Mini Candied Bacon S’mores Funnel Cake with Vanilla Ice Cream… YUM Want to know something that makes us feel even MORE guilty than this treat? We actually wish it had MORE bacon and ice cream. Look, if it’s gonna be a guilty pleasure let’s make it a TRUE pleasure. Give it a try for $9.50! For more about this funnel cake, click here! 6. Swine Brine at Flavors From Fire And finally, we actually had a DRINK make the list. We gotta say, there’s something that makes us feel a little guilty and a lot happy when we tak a sip of the Swine Brine featuring Jim Beam Bourbon from Flavors From Fire for $11. The Swine Brine You know, we think it might be the on-the-bone hunk of meat that sits IN this cocktail that makes us feel so guilty after we drink it. But does that indulgent and meaty topping stop us from LOVING this cocktail? No, no it doesn’t. Click here for our FULL REVIEW of Flavors From Fire! So, are you with us? Are some of these guilty pleasures yours too? We sure hope so. See our BEST of the FEST list here!! We’ll be bringing you alllll the coverage from Food and Wine for its whole duration, so keep up with us here at DFB! Want to see ALL the reviews from Food and Wine? Click here! 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 Do you share our guilty pleasures? Tell us in the comments! 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Time to add another tally to the list of restaurants we get to welcome back from their lengthy closures! Trail’s End Restaurant Trail’s End Restaurant has reopened at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort and we are READY to get our family-style eatin’ on. Trail’s End started serving family-style breakfast and dinner again today. Though we don’t get to reunite with our beloved fried chicken, we’re still pretty excited to eat some of this comfort food. Let’s take a first look at a reopened Trail’s End for dinner! When we arrived at Trail’s End, we checked in for our reservation using the Mobile Dine Check-in on the My Disney Experience app and soon enough, we were headed to our table. The Check-in Desk at Trail’s End At our table, we could scan a QR code to access the menu or request paper menus from our server. QR Code Menu As we mentioned, dinner here is now served up FAMILY-STYLE as opposed to the buffet-style from prior to the closures. In general, we’ve considered the switch to family-style an improvement. As for drinks, Trail’s End has plenty of options like Non-Alcoholic Mocktails, Cocktails, Wine, Beer, and Bourbon. There was a cocktail menu on our table… Cocktails …which led us to order the Gullwhumper! This drink is made with Ole Smoky White Lightnin’ Moonshine and Peach Schnapps with Pineapple and Cranberry Juices. Gullywhumper Now it’s time for the food! Dinner starts with an Oven-fresh Bread Basket containing Goat Cheese Chive Biscuits and Hushpuppies and Skillet Cornbread with Pimento Spread and Honey Butter. Yum! BREAD Next up, you’ll get to enjoy a Chopped Salad. Chopped Salad The salad comes with a cup of warm Bacon Vinaigrette! Bacon Vinaigrette Then, it’s time for the main course! The Smokehouse Skillet features Pecan-smoked Brisket, Rotisserie Chicken Andouille, Fingerling Potatoes, Green Beans​, and Buttered Corn on the Cob​ with Chipotle Barbecue and Carolina Mustard Barbecue Sauce. Basically, pack your eating pants. Take a look at that skillet! Finally, you’ll round out your meal with the Covered Wagon Sundae — a Wagon Load of Ice Cream, Toppings, Brownies, Cookies, and Chocolate-covered Bacon! Although the covered wagon is listed on the menu, the sundae comes in a cowboy hat which reminded us of the 10-Gallon Challenge! Sundae! We’ll be bringing you a FULL REVIEW of dinner at Trail’s End soon and we’ll keep an eye out for MORE reopening restaurants! Check back to stay in the loop! Click here to learn more about Mobile Dine Check-in! 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. Excited about the return of Trail’s End? Tell us in the comments! The post PHOTOS: First Look at Family-Style Dinner at Trail's End in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Restaurant Marrakesh, tucked away in the Morocco Pavilion of EPCOT, is usually serving up delicious Moroccan eats! Restaurant Marrakesh in EPCOT The EPCOT Food and Wine Festival is currently happening, but a few restaurants (including Restaurant Marrakesh) are still closed in the park. However, this restaurant is serving a different purpose for the time being! Today, we noticed a new sign popped up outside the restaurant’s entrance. The restaurant is now open…for seating anyway! You can now head inside! Although Restaurant Marrakesh isn’t serving up food right now, the dining room is open as a place to relax and enjoy some EPCOT Food and Wine Festival food in a cool, indoor space. Inside Restaurant Marrakesh! As you can see, it was not very busy in here at all! Plenty of space! Each table is socially distanced — it’s a good spot to go when you need a break from the summer crowds. Tables are distanced Restaurant Marrakesh might not be available at the moment, but there’s still plenty to enjoy in the Morocco Pavilion like the Tangierine Café: Flavors of the Medina booth at the EPCOT Food and Wine Festival! Pistachio Cake from Tangierine Café: Flavors of the Medina booth! We’re constantly keeping up with the latest Disney news! Stay tuned here for more! Click here to read more about the upcoming EPCOT ride that’s getting its own MagicBand! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What do you think of Restaurant Marrakesh (sort of) reopening? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTOS: This May Be the BEST Place to Escape the Heat in EPCOT! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disneyland spent most of last year closed due to the global pandemic. So its guests didn’t really get much of a 65th anniversary party, although Disney did release a ton of 65th anniversary merchandise. Happy birthday, Disneyland! Disneyland reopened several months ago, though, and today marks its 66th anniversary! And so far, we’ve celebrated with a very well-dressed caramel apple. But Disneyland also ended up throwing a party during a special cavalcade today! The cavalcade was a birthday cavalcade and featured a LOT of Disney characters partying on Main Street, U.S.A. There was music… Playing their hearts out …and dancing…err…twirling! Mulan and Alice were both on-hand for the celebrations, along with Captain Hook and Wendy. Princesses twirling One streetcar was loaded with celebration ribbons, pennants, and balloons. And look at all those characters! There’s Pluto, Donald, and Chip ‘n’ Dale! SO many characters Aladdin, Jasmine, and Aurora escorted the streetcar. So much fun! Even Genie dropped by to celebrate. You ain’t never had a friend like him We especially love the birthday banner… Happy Birthday! …followed by the star of the party himself, Mickey Mouse! His car was all decked out in birthday balloons! Oh, boy! It was certainly a special sight to behold, and all we have to say is Happy Birthday, Disneyland! Here’s to many more! Here’s How to Get A SECRET Dole Whip Float at Disneyland! Check out more Disneyland Food Reviews Here!! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Did you visit Disneyland on its birthday? Let us know in the comments! The post This Disney Character Cavalcade is EXTRA...But We LOVE It! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Hello, DFB friends! Disney’s Art of Animation Resort What a week we’ve had, right? Although we’ve been VERY busy getting excited about the holidays and eating ALL THE THINGS at EPCOT’s Food and Wine Festival, we’ve also been visiting the Disney World resorts to see what’s new, so let’s get on with the updates! Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort Miscellaneous Updates So we don’t have a lot of updates from Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort, but we noticed something odd when we were there. The cannons in Caribbean Cay are pointing at the hotel rooms! Like um…Disney, what’s going on there? Um… why does Disney want to fire cannons at its hotel? And we found it a little funny that Disney tries to hide that fact with some clever landscaping. Take A Tour of A Pirate Room at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort! Disney’s Art of Animation Resort Food Updates Landscape of Flavors We noticed something new at Landscape of Flavors at Art of Animation — more cooking areas are now open in the kitchen! Feeding guests! It makes sense now that we’re seeing more guests this summer at Disney World! Gotta’ feed the masses! Take A Tour a Lion King FAMILY SUITE at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort! Disney’s Art of Animation Resort Other Updates Good news! Poor Sheriff is no longer naked at the resort! Disney has kindly put a covering over him to tide him over until he gets some new clothes. No longer naked We’ll keep you updated once his covering is refreshed and he looks more like himself! Check Out Photos From When We First Noticed Sheriff’s ‘New’ Look Disney’s Pop Century Food Updates The Everything Pop Food Court kitchen at Pop Century seems a lot more open, too. Everything Pop We expect to see this happening at food courts all over Disney World now. PHOTOS and VIDEOS! Explore Disney’s Pop Century Resort With Us! Those are all the updates we have for now, but we’ll be back with more soon, so stay tuned!  Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Which Disney World resort is your favorite? Let us know in the comments! The post What's New at Disney World Hotels: Food Court Updates, and A Mysterious Character first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Today is Disneyland’s 66th Anniversary, which means lots of Anniversary festivities! From rubber duck races to exclusive merch, there are so many ways Disneyland is celebrating another year of magic! Sleeping Beauty Castle in Disneyland We knew that some festivities were coming to Disneyland today for the anniversary including entertainment and treats. We saw the adorably dressed caramel apple yesterday (seriously, it’s the cutest apple we’ve ever seen), and now, we another treat with Disneyland is celebrating 66 years! If you stop by Jolly Holiday Bakery in Disneyland… Jolly Holiday in Disneyland …you’ll find a special 66th Anniversary Cupcake! The new anniversary cupcake! The new cupcake is here for a limited time and features a Double Chocolate Chip Cupcake with Cookies and Cream Mousse and is topped with Cream Cheese Frosting and a Chocolate Sleeping Beauty Castle for $6.99. By the time we got to them this morning they were sold out!!! All of the cupcakes left in the case had been claimed by mobile orders at Jolly Holiday. These went fast! Gorgeous Cupcake! This is just one of the many ways Disneyland is celebrating its 66th Anniversary. We’re always keeping up with the latest Disney news, stay tuned here for more! Click here to read more about where you can grab free souvenirs on July 18th! 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 Disneyland’s anniversary cupcake? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTOS: Check Out The Special Treat For Disneyland's 66th Anniversary! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

When you’re in the mood for a spooky flick, Disney+ isn’t the streaming service you think of clicking over to first. Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party But…maybe you shouldn’t cast it out just yet. As it turns out, Disney+ has a lot more “scary” options than you may think. Need proof? We’ve got a list of films we see as scary! Disney’s A Christmas Carol Don’t make fun of us for starting out this list with a Christmas movie! ©D23 There have been several adaptations of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol released over the years, but Disney’s version might be one of the scariest. The character models take on this bizarre “uncanny valley” (meaning the animation is so realistic it’s unsettling). ©Disney The scariest scene for us is when we’re introduced to “Ignorance and Want.” Ugh. No THANK YOU. Check out the trailer of the new Monsters Inc. show coming to Disney+ HERE! The Adventures of Ichabod and Mr. Toad We know Mr. Toad from his “wild ride” in Disneyland. ©Disney But when you put Ichabod and Mr. Toad together in a double-flick on Disney+, you wind up with two spooky tales featured in The Adventures of Ichabod and Mr. Toad. Mr. Toad’s antics end him up in… *gulp*…the underworld. Headless Horseman in Disneyland As for poor Ichabod Crane? Seems he’s got a date with a Headless Horseman! Ready to watch the Hocus Pocus sequel? So are we! Read more about it HERE! Alice In Wonderland (Live-Action) This one might be a bit debatable. But for some, the animated version of Alice in Wonderland is creepy as is and when you carry it over into a live-action film, it’s SUPER creepy! ©D23 This whimsical dreamscape is filled with characters you’d never want to meet in a back alley. Johnny Depp’s Mad Hatter, for instance? Or The Queen of Hearts who’s ready to go around and start slicing off the heads of those who make her angry? ©D23 And don’t even START with the Cheshire Cat and that deranged smile of his. *Shudders* Watch a super-cool Disney+ drone video HERE! The Black Cauldron Some have claimed The Black Cauldron to be the most terrifying animated film Disney’s ever created. ©D23 But how scary could a movie about a pig herder, a princess, and a strange furry creature be? We want to keep this pretty spoiler-free (even though it did come out in 1985) so we’ll keep it brief and simply say…The Army of the Dead. ©D23 You want a bone-chilling villain, reanimated skeletons, and glowing red eyes? The Black Cauldron has you covered. We’re ready to see more theme park content come to Disney+! Click HERE to learn how our dreams may soon come true! Mr. Boogedy/Bride of Boogedy Okay, I don’t think we’ve really got to do much convincing here. Just take a look at the movie art. ©Disney Mr. Boogedy: Funny name, put pure nightmare fuel. This movie takes place in a town called Lucifer Falls (not kidding) and revolves around spooky ghosts who haunt the unassuming Davis family. ©Disney+ And then they went off and made a SEQUEL to this movie — Bride of Boogedy. So if you’re looking for a double-feature of creepy characters and spirit possessions galore, here ya go. Time to watch The Lion King from Disney+ and . . . workout too? Click HERE for The Lion King workout! Can of Worms Can of Worms is labeled as a science fiction comedy, but when we take one look at the “worms,” we’re just going to *nope* our way on over to a different movie. ©Disney+ All of the aliens of this movie haunt our dreams. The antenna eyes, the human teeth on an inhuman form, the goopy-looking forms that make them look more like a molded meal you’ve waited WAY too long to take out of your fridge? Nope. Nope. Nope. ©IMDB Guess that’s what we should expect from a movie all about a teen boy thinking he’s an alien, but being forced to play football instead. (Wait, what?) Disney rides are being featured on Disney+? Learn more about the new series HERE! Don’t Look Under the Bed We’ll gladly take the advice of this title. ©Disney+ The Disney Channel Original Movie, Don’t Look Under the Bed, released a boogeyman upon an innocent neighborhood, wreaking havoc for anyone unfortunate enough to cross his path. Good thing we’ve got imaginary friend, Larry Houdini, to come save the day…right? ©IMDB Maybe we just won’t sleep tonight, it’s fine. Totally fine. Ready for Black Widow to finally release on Disney+? Read more about it HERE! Frankenweenie Tragic and terrifying — Tim Burton rattles our nerves once again with Frankenweenie: A stop-motion feature about a family dog brought back to life. ©Disney+ Personally, we’re not as frightened of the reanimated dog as we are all the side characters. And some of the other undead animals. Oh, and it is kind of freaky to watch different body parts fall off of Sparky every now and then. ©D23 But, again, it’s a Burton film — so what did you expect? Are we going to see ads on Disney+ soon? Read more HERE! Haunted Mansion What do you get when you cross Eddie Murphy with a classic Disney attraction filled with 999 Happy Haunts? Let’s go see those 999 happy haunts! You get the Haunted Mansion on Disney+! Like any solid haunted house film, this mansion is cuuuuuursed . . . And the only way to break such a curse is through the combined brainpower of Murphy and Madame Leota. Haunted Mansion If you’re spooked riding Haunted Mansion, this movie may give you the heebie-jeebies. Or it may make you laugh. Either way, good times all around. Check out EVERYTHING releasing to Disney+ in July HERE! Hocus Pocus Were you waiting for this one to be mentioned? @Disney Hocus Pocus has gone from being a cult classic to one of the most-watched films around the Halloween season. Join Sarah, Mary, and Winifred as they try to…suck away…children’s youthfulness to restore their own. Hocus Pocus Ugh. Yikes. Now that we’re writing it out, it sounds way darker than we remember. When will The Beatles documentary release on Disney+? Find out HERE! James and the Giant Peach Ah, now here’s another Burton-produced stop animation! ©D23 James and the Giant Peach is based on Roahl Dahl’s 1961 children’s book about an orphan boy who escapes his awful aunts by…rolling away in a giant peach? So the plots not super-scary, but — again — remember this is the brain-child of Burton and Director Henry Selick, meaning you’re going to see a whole bunch of characters who’ll give you the willies. ©D23 Plus, you’ve got some live action thrown in the mix, too — meaning you’re going to have to endure the horridness (yes, that’s right, we said “horridness”) of James’ aunts, Spiker and Sponge. Enjoying Loki on Disney+? Then check out the new Loki Loungefly HERE! The Nightmare Before Christmas Would you like another helping of Tim Burton stop-motion animation? Then here you go! The Nightmare Before Christmas @Disney The Nightmare Before Christmas is another popular Halloween (and technically Christmas) movie about a pumpkin king who wants to experience the exhilaration of being Santa Claus. Skeletons, animated ragdolls, and sacks full of buggos galore — this movie surely puts us in the Halloween/Christmas spirit. Jack’s Nightmare Cavalcade Sigh. As creepy as they may be, we can’t wait to see Jack and Sally back in the Disney parks again! Bring on their spookiness! Merch for Pixar’s Luca (on Disney+ NOW) available in the Disney parks! Click HERE to learn more! Pirates of the Caribbean (Series) “Yo Ho, Yo Ho, a pirate’s life for meeeeeee!” Arg! Pirates are all fun and games until you realize there’s more to their “worldly” form than you may have originally expected. (No spoiler zone here! Go watch the first Pirates of the Caribbean movie and find out yourself!) Along with a *certain plot twist* that still has us shaken (even though the first movie was released back in 2003) (has it really been that long??), villains like Davy Jones (MAINLY Davy Jones) are also downright terrifying. Yo ho! Yo ho! Good thing we’ve got Captain Jack Sparrow to help lighten the mood. A Turner and Hooch show is coming to Disney+! Watch the trailer HERE! Return To Oz The family-friendly classic film, Wizard of Oz, is a sweet story about a farm girl from Kansas who learns about the importance of home through her time in the zany realm of Oz. (And she gets a snazzy new pair of shoes in the process.) ©Disney In Return to Oz, however, her family — whom she missed oh-so-much in the first film — subjects her to a series of “treatments” when she just won’t. stop. talking. about the world of Oz. (Great, huh?) When Dorothy escapes in this second film and returns to Oz, it’s no longer the happy-go-lucky land she remembered. ©D23 Instead of singing Munchkins and good witches in bubbles, Dorothy now gets to see dismembered heads and “Wheelers” (creatures that have wheels instead of hands and feet). Have you tried making the pasta featured in the new Disney+ Pixar film, Luca? Learn the recipe HERE! The Scream Team Ready for more ghosts and kidnapped souls? Of course, you are! ©D23 The Scream Team is another Disney Channel Original Movie about two kids who come face-to-face with the ghost of a skydiver, a soldier, and a bride. Oh, and the spirit of their late grandfather. That’s important, too. ©IMDB Lots of deadly fun abounds! How many Disney+ subscribers does Disney *really* have? Find out HERE! Okay, so these options aren’t scare-the-pants off you horrifying, but they might satisfy that creepy/spooky movie craving you have without keeping you up all night with leftover heebie-jeebies. (Or maybe they WILL keep you up all night. The Cheshire Cat smile still haunts our dreams . . . ) The new Black Panther show for Disney+ started filming! Read more about it HERE! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! What Disney+ movies scare the pants off you? Let us know in the comments below! The post The SCARIEST Movies On Disney+ (Right Now) first appeared on the disney food blog. 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