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Between the Disney Springs Flavors of Florida event happening now and the upcoming 2021 EPCOT Food and Wine Festival, there are a LOT of new foods coming to Disney World. Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Yesterday we learned that Disney shared details about seven new dishes coming to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and today we were able to try two of these new eats! We found two new dishes at Ronto Roasters, a quick service restaurant in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge known for their signature Ronto Wrap. You can now enjoy the Andoan Fruit with Muja Sauce and the Kyryll Pork Rinds! They look really unique. New Rontos Roasters eats! Let’s start with the Andoan Fruit with Muja Sauce! This fruit cup comes with jicama sticks, cucumber, pineapple, melon, and dragon fruit doused in a tamarind sauce and dusted with peppercorn ash. This is a plant-based snack! Space fruit? This unique treat comes in a plastic cup with a lid so you can snack on-the-go and costs $6.99. Tamarind Sauce and Peppercorn Ash close up We were a little wary of this fruit cup but it was delicious! The fruit was fresh and crisp and the tamarind sauce was spicy and flavorful. If you like a little spicy heat in your food, this may be a great treat for you! We recommend splitting the fruit cup and a Ronto Wrap for a refreshing contrast. Yum And the Kyryll Pork Rinds are pork rinds seasoned in ancho chili, cheddar, smoke, and cinnamon. The pork rinds are served in a brown bag, which makes them another easy on-the-go snack. They cost $7.49. Kyryll Pork Rinds We thought the pork rinds were AMAZING. They were super crisp and the mix of smoky/spicy/cheesy/cinnamon seasoning works! There was a LOT of seasoning, which isn’t totally a bad thing, but it did get everywhere! Lots of extra seasoning in the bottom of the bag You can taste all the different ingredients in the seasoning (even the cinnamon!) as they work to complement each flavor. If you’re really hungry, you may want to opt for a Ronto Wrap, but as a unique crunchy snack, they’re delicious. You can also order these in a souvenir MSE-6 Droid bucket for $19.99. Check out that coating! These new Disney World snacks are really unique and refreshing and we’re excited! Stay tuned for more reviews from DFB as we look for the five other new dishes coming soon to Star Wars; Galaxy’s Edge! See our review of the NEW eats at Docking Bay 7 in Disney World! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Would you try either of these dishes? Let us know in the comments! The post REVIEW: We're Trying Space Fruit Sticks and Pork Rinds at Ronto Roasters in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Making Disney recipes at home is one of our favorite ways to keep the magic going when we’re not in the parks! ©Disney Villains Devilishly Delicious Cookbook We recently saw three deliciously evil recipes inspired by Disney villains, a way to recreate ‘Ohana’s famous bread pudding, and there’s over 70 sweet desserts in this Disney Princess inspired cookbook! These delicious eats just keep coming and coming, and we just got a NEW recipe from an underrated Disney character! Disney just gave us the secret to Kronk’s Challah Recipe! As we know, Kronk is quite a chef and he’s probably most know for his incredible spinach puffs, so we bet his Challah recipe is amazing, too! ©Disney Challah is a type of bread eaten at Jewish holidays and religious occasions! You’ve most likely seen the common “braided” version. ©Disney Ingredients The recipe has a pretty simple list of ingredients, you probably already have most of them in your kitchen! ©Disney Directions To make the bread, you start by activating your yeast. Then you combine your flour, sugar, and salt separately. ©Disney Add your eggs, egg yolk, and oil to the center of your flour mixture and whisk it all together! Then, combine your flour and egg mixture with the yeast mixture. ©Disney After you get a dough that is tough, it’s time to start kneading! Make sure you knead on a floured surface so the dough doesn’t stick. You should know when the dough is ready because it will be smooth and hold its shape. Then, it’s time for some patience (which is so hard when you just want to eat some fresh bread!). Put the dough in a covered, oiled bowl and leave it somewhere warm for to rise. ©Disney After 2 hours, the dough should have doubled in size, which means you can start forming your loaf! Divide your dough into 3 equal portions and roll each of those into a long rope. Then you’re going to braid the ropes, just like you would braid hair! ©Disney Don’t forget to squeeze together the ends of the loaf so the ropes don’t come apart. Now, we have to let the dough rise again! Put the loaf on baking sheet with parchment paper and sprinkle it with flour. This rise will only take about 1 hour, until the dough puffs up. ©Disney Now, we finally get to bake our beautiful bread! Brush your egg wash ALL over the dough and place it into a 350 degree Fahrenheit oven for 30 to 35 minutes. Don’t forget to rotate the bread halfway through that baking time! Take it out of the oven when it’s a deep brown color and the temperature reads 190 degrees in the middle of the loaf. ©Disney After the bread cools, it’s time to enjoy!! Share it with friends and family or keep all that goodness for yourself (like Kuzco would probably do!). We can’t wait to try out this recipe on our own! Stay tuned to DFB for more delicious Disney recipes. Click here to read our 10 favorite EPCOT Food and Wine Festival recipes! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Are you going to make Kronk’s Challah bread? Let us know in the comments! The post Disney RECIPE: Make Challah Bread with Kronk from 'The Emperor’s New Groove' first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Lots of restaurants have been reopening all over Disney World. Time to Eat! For months, the Main Street Plaza Ice Cream Parlor in Magic Kingdom has been closed, but its reopening day has finally arrived!! We already shared a first look at this reopened spot but now we’re ready to give you all the delicious details. Is the Plaza Ice Cream Parlor worth a visit and can you still get some favorites there? We’re breaking it all down for you here today! Atmosphere We’ll start with the atmosphere of this spot. From the second you walk underneath that “Plaza Ice Cream Parlor” sign, you feel like you’re going back in time (in the best way possible). So Pretty! The Plaza Ice Cream Parlor is designed to look like a vintage-style ice cream parlor. For our sundae, we got vanilla bean and chocolate ice cream scoops. Now, make no mistake, this is no monster brownie sundae. But if you’re looking for a brownie sundae in Magic Kingdom it can be a great choice! Brownie Sundae Again, we loved how fresh the ice cream tasted. And the brownies were a wonderful addition — they were moist and chewy, just as they should be! Those Brownies Were So Good! The combination of chocolate and vanilla in this dessert was fantastic, although you could grab other ice cream flavors to suit your tastes! Delicious Combo While this treat already comes with hot fudge (which we asked for on the side)… Hot Fudge! …we just HAD to turn things up a notch. That’s why we ordered a little side of peanut butter ice cream topping! This extra topping is just $0.69 and is TOTALLY worth it! Delicious! This is what we mean when we say that you could recreate some Plaza Ice Cream favorites by being a little creative. So, for example, the All-American Sundae that used to be here was made of Old-Fashioned Vanilla and Chocolate Ice Cream that’s topped with Hot Fudge, Peanut Butter Drizzle, Whipped Cream, and a beautiful red Cherry. It is also topped with peanut butter and chocolate chips. Peanut Butter Topping There’s no option on the menu for that exact combination right now, but you can get a Plaza Ice Cream Sundae with chocolate and vanilla ice cream, hot fudge, whipped cream, and two cherries. And for $0.69 more, you can add that peanut butter topping. Sure, it won’t have the peanut butter and chocolate chips, but it could still make for a delicious and refreshing treat! Gotta Get that Peanut Butter Topping! And finally, we asked about ordering a kids cup of ice cream, but the Cast Members there said that was no longer available. Instead, you can either grab a single scoop of ice cream in a cup for $4.99 or you can just opt for the double-scooped ice cream cone for $5.99 (like the one we got above). Single Scoop and It’s Melttttinngggggg So, for just a dollar more you can get double the ice cream in a cone (compared to just 1 scoop in a cup). Eat Your Ice Cream Before It Melts Folks! In terms of cost savings, you could totally just get the double scoop and potentially ask for an extra cup and you’ll essentially get 2 desserts for just slightly more than the price of 1! And that’s a look at the items we got today at the Plaza. Should you stop here? Here’s what we think… Nosh or Not? You might want to say “I scream for Plaza Ice Cream” if: You’re looking for something cold and refreshing to eat — sometimes nothing beats cold, fresh-tasting ice cream on a hot day You’re okay with a fairly basic ice cream treat — you can turn things up a notch by adding toppings, like the peanut butter sauce, or mixing flavors, but you won’t find any SUPER elaborate ice cream desserts here right now You’re looking for a sweet (and Instagrammable) snack to enjoy in front of the Castle You might want to say “I’ll scream for something else” if: You’re looking for more elaborate or some over-the-top ice cream treats — you’ll want to head to places like Beaches & Cream for that! You don’t want something sweet — ice cream is ultimately a sweet treat. If you want something savory, you’re better off heading to places like Casey’s Corner or grabbing some spring rolls! You want a sit-down spot where you can enjoy your ice cream. The Plaza Ice Cream Parlor is a quick-service spot and you’ll have to take that ice cream outside to enjoy it on a nearby table or bench. If you want to get an ice cream snack and enjoy it in air conditioning, you may want to stop by Beaches & Cream or even the nearby Plaza Restaurant. Overall Overall, the Plaza Ice Cream Parlor serves up some fresh and delicious Edy’s ice cream. The options were fairly simple though. We seriously miss more unique creations like the All-American Sundae and those cookie ice cream sandwiches. The menu could change in the future though, so we’ll be on the lookout for any updates! Don’t forget that you can spice things up and try to recreate old favorites by adding toppings like the peanut butter sauce! In general, if you’re looking for a delicious, simple ice cream treat in Magic Kingdom, the Plaza Ice Cream Parlor can be a great choice. We were thrilled to see it open again and to have the opportunity to enjoy our ice cream in the shade with a view of Cinderella Castle! We got fried GATOR in Disney World! Check out our thoughts on that dish here. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you a fan of the Plaza Ice Cream Parlor? Tell us in the comments! The post Review: Is Plaza Ice Cream Parlor Still a MUST DO in Disney World? first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Welcome back, DFB friends! We’re here with another What’s New at Disney’s Animal Kingdom! Dinosaur And, we have plenty of updates to share with you! So, what are you waiting for? Let’s dive right on in! Disney’s Animal Kingdom Food Update Harambe Fruit Market The Simba Pretzel has been doing a bit of disappearing and reappearing act as of late in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. While it was most recently at the Harambe Fruit Market, now it’s GONE again from the menu. Instead the Mickey Pretzel with cheese dip has replaced it in the meantime… Harambe Fruit Market Menu …but we’ll be waiting for the return of our beloved Simba Pretzel once again (we miss you already)! Simba Pretzels Disney’s Animal Kingdom Entertainment Update Expedition Everest Single Rider has slowly, but surely began to pop up again at attractions around Disney World. And, if you’re looking to travel through the Himalayas and encounter the Yeti, you can do it a little bit quicker now that the Single Rider line has reopened at Expedition Everest! Single Rider’s Open! Guests will be separated from their parties when they are boarded onto the attraction, so be sure to keep that in mind before you hop in the queue! The line was definitely on the quiet side when we visited… Single Rider Line …compared to the standby queue that was longer than usual, next to the ride. Standby Line Disney’s Animal Kingdom Crowd Update It’s been a busy past few days in Disney World as fireworks kicked off again in the Magic Kingdom and EPCOT. And, then the Fourth of July weekend arrived with plenty of guests heading to the parks to celebrate the holiday weekend! The crowds continued through Monday and beyond in Disney’s Animal Kingdom… Animal Kingdom Crowds …as everyone branched off to their favorite parts of the park, like Pandora, DinoLand U.S.A., and more. Busy Fourth of July Weekend! The lines for attractions were extra busy as they extended out in the pavilions next to them at spots like Festival of the Lion King… Festival of the Lion King Standby …and Avatar Flight of Passage. Flight of Passage Standby Well, that’s all for this What’s New at Disney’s Animal Kingdom! We’ll catch you next time for more updates! And, if you have any questions about your upcoming Disney vacation, let us know so we can help you find the answers. Stay tuned to DFB for the latest Disney news! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What are you looking forward to seeing the most in Disney’s Animal Kingdom? Let us know in the comments below! The post What's New at Animal Kingdom: A Single Rider Line Reopens and a Popular Snack Is Missing Again first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’re just a few weeks away from the release of the long-awaited film Jungle Cruise in theaters as well as Premier Access on Disney+! ©Disney The film, set to be released on July 30th, is inspired by the classic Disney World and Disneyland attraction of the same name and stars Dwayne Johnson and Emily Blunt! As if we weren’t already excited enough for the movie, Disney has released a new sneak peek of the film, including interviews with its stars! Jungle Cruise You can check out the featurette below: Get ready to head to the theaters or stream Jungle Cruise at home! Be on the lookout for more news and updates ahead of the film’s release. Click here to read about some of the ways Jungle Cruise is being reimagined at both Disney World and 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. Will you check out Jungle Cruise in theaters or on Disney+ via Premier Access? Let us know in the comments! The post VIDEO: Go Behind-the-Scenes of Disney's New 'Jungle Cruise' Movie first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Let’s just say that Disney+ viewers are a little obsessed with Loki right now (we mean us — it’s us). Burdened with glorious purpose We’ve loved all the Loki merchandise that’s come out, including that Loki Charms cereal that sold out in three hours flat. And we think it’s pretty awesome that fans can actually SEE Loki in the flesh at Disney California Adventure’s Avengers Campus. And it’s even cooler that his outfits change when he gets a new costume on the show! We saw the first costume change when Loki got arrested by the TVA — his Avengers Campus outfit changed into the TVA prisoner jumpsuit. But as the show progressed, Loki got upgraded to slacks, a shirt, and a tie with a Variant jacket — both on the show and at Disneyland! Variant Loki is Out and About But NOW, Loki has changed outfits again and he’s wearing his President Loki outfit in honor of the latest episode. ©Disney We’ll be keeping an eye out for President Loki at Disneyland and will share more photos soon, so stay tuned! In the meantime, don’t forget that there’s a new episode of Loki out TODAY on Disney+!  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 What do you think of Loki’s new look? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTO: Loki Gets ANOTHER Costume Change at Disney's Avengers Campus first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Do you wear Crocs to Disney World? Disney World Crocs! We’re constantly on the lookout for new Disney-themed Crocs because they are for real SO comfy and our readers love them! The most recent Crocs we’ve seen in Disney Parks were right on time for the Fourth of July, and today we found a new Disney SANDAL version of Crocs! Could these complete your favorite Disney World outfit?? We were hanging out at the Once Upon a Time Shop today in Disney’s Hollywood Studios when we spotted something new in a corner! Could it be…new Minnie Croc Sandals? New Minnie Croc Sandals! Outfitted in Minnie’s classic colors of red, white, and black, these sandals are black with a Minnie print on the straps and sides of the sandal. Look at the Minnie details! They even include two Minnie and Crocs charms! They are a bit (ahem) pricier than the average sandal, coming in at a cool $59.99. Minnie and Crocs jibbitz! The Minnie print shows every side of the Minnie Mouse we know and love, and the soles of Croc sandals are based on the classic clogs, so you know they’re super comfy and also waterproof! We wore CROCS all day in Disney World! See our thoughts here! Classic Minnie We found these at Once Upon a Time in Hollywood Studios, but stay tuned to DFB for more sightings of these new Crocs! Click here to find out the ONE place you can’t wear Crocs in Disney World! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Will you be buying these Crocs? Let us know in the comments! The post ALERT! 🚨 There are NEW Minnie CROC Sandals in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Many things are changing in Disney World! Resorts and restaurants are reopening, fireworks are back, and we have a ton of new stuff to look forward to for Disney’s 50th anniversary! While Disney is gaining a lot of things right now, they are losing a few things too, like Disney’s Magical Express service being discontinued at the end of this year. Disney’s BoardWalk is now open! Now another change seems to be happening. If you’ve stayed at a Disney World hotel, chances are you’ve come across the “Must Do Disney” program while flipping through channels on your TV. Well, the long-time host of the show is saying goodbye. “Must Do Disney” is a resort-exclusive TV program hosted by Stacey. On it should Stacey would give insider scoops and exclusive guest tips. Pop Century Resort Now, the host of the show for the past 15 years, Stacey J. Aswad has shared a farewell message. She posted this message on Facebook saying goodbye to her fans: Many people commented on the post expressing their gratitude for Stacey, so it’s safe to say she will definitely be missed by Disney fans! We’ll keep you updated on everything going on at Disney World, so stay tuned to DFB for more. Click here to see what’s new at Disney World hotels 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. Was Must Do Disney a staple of your Disney vacation? Let us know in the comments! The post "Must Do Disney" Host Shares a Farewell Message first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

True to that vision, in recent weeks we’ve spotted Loki, on missions from the Time Variance Authority (TVA) and engaged in all sorts of mischief. After following his exploits in the Disney+ Original Series, “Loki,” it’s been exciting to see him pop up at Avengers Campus, with updated looks based on new episode releases. Starting this week and continuing through the end of the month, he’s out campaigning as Loki for President!http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/SAEcS2sf0ywView the full article

Morimoto Asia is an upscale Asian eatery in Disney Springs helmed by Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto. This spot serves up some seriously delicious Pan-Asian eats year-round, but it also offers some specialty items or events from time to time. Morimoto Asia in Disney Springs From July 6th to August 12th, Disney Springs will be home to Flavors of Florida, an event where all sorts of Disney Springs restaurants and kiosks will be serving dishes with ingredients inspired by the Sunshine State! In 2019, Morimoto Asia served up an Alligator Tail Waffle Cone(!!) during the Flavors of Florida event. But this year, it’s serving up something different…frog legs! Before we get to the frog legs, let’s talk about the drink being offered at Morimoto for Flavors of Florida — the Crooked Can Florida Sunshine Lager! That’s a Tall Drink! This light lager is an American-style beer, brewed locally in Winter Garden, Florida by Crooked Can Brewing Company. Our Drink (And the Frog Legs, More on That in a Second) This beer was crisp and refreshing with the slightest hint of hops — perfect for the Florida heat! Nice Drink with a Nice View If you’re a fan of darker stouts or are looking for a richer beer, then you may want to pass on this. But, if you like beer and you’re looking for something light, you might want to give this one a try! We Even Grabbed a To-Go Cup for the Rest! You can grab it right now for $10. Now, it’s the moment you’ve all been waiting for…Frog Legs! Frog Legs! During the Flavors of Florida event, Morimoto Asia is serving up Florida Frog Leg “Lollipop” Tempura for $17. These are fried frog leg nuggets sweetened with an Orange Blossom Honey Glaze, rolled in Toasted Sesame Seeds. Frog Leg Nugget The presentation for this dish was pretty fun! Note that some of them are still on the bone though, while others are skewered. You will want to be careful when you’re eating the ones that are on the bone. Frog Legs So, how do they actually taste? Well, the frog legs themselves are lightly battered. The batter itself was nice and crisp. And they’re rolled in that yummy sweet orange blossom glaze, which is similar to Morimoto’s honey chicken. Truthfully, these pretty much tasted like chicken to us! They were a bit more chewy than chicken, but not rubbery. Frog Legs One thing we do want to mention is what you’ll see when you cut into these frog legs. If you’ve eaten frog legs before, then you might be familiar with this. But, we do want to warn you that you’ll generally see some very thin black veins in the frog legs if you cut into them. For some, this might not be a big deal at all, but we did want to mention it for those who might find it a little bit unappealing. Ready to Eat? The frog leg nuggets are covered in toasted sesame seeds.And when we say covered, we mean it! Although the sesame seeds brought a great crunch to the dish, there were just a few too many for our liking. That’s something to be aware of if you’re planning to order this dish. That’s a Lot of Sesame Seeds However, we do think this could be a great appetizer to share, as long as you can get over the fact you’re eating frogs (sorry Kermit!). If you love frog legs already, are a fan of gator tail, or even just really like chicken, we think you might enjoy this dish! It’s very fun and had some nice flavors. Would You Eat These? But, if you just can’t get over the fact that they are frog legs, then you might just want to check out some of the other options on the Morimoto Asia menu or other dishes being offered at the spots participating in the Flavors of Florida event. Frog Legs and Our Drink With all sorts of new Florida-inspired dishes coming to Disney Springs, we’ve been busy eating our way through them to bring you all of our thoughts and reviews. You can click here to see more about the items that you could snag at the Flavors of Florida event and see all of our reviews of the items so far. As always, stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney photos, news, reviews, and more! We may have just found the best shrimp and grits in Disney World — click here to see more details! 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. Would you eat frog legs from Morimoto Asia in Disney World? Let us know in the comments! The post You Can Get FROG Legs...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. Are there a TON of Disney mini-backpack styles available in the Disney parks and online? Yes. Yes, there are. And do we STILL want to buy almost every one we see, despite having too many already? If we’re honest with ourselves…yes. We do. Backpacks Everywhere! We found a few new Disney Mini-Backpacks available for pre-order from Hot Topic, and they’re each celebrating a recent (or upcoming) Disney event! First, we found the Pixar’s Monsters, Inc. 20th Anniversary Mini-Backpack! ©Hot Topic Disney recently celebrated the 20th anniversary of this classic Pixar film, and we found plenty of commemorative merchandise for the occasion! If your love for Sulley and Mike wasn’t satisfied with just those things, though, you’re in luck! The new backpack from Hot Topic features a repeating Mike design on the bag and an exterior pocket with Sulley! ©Hot Topic The bag measures 8 1/2″ W x 4 1/2″ D x 10 1/2″H, and it’s lined with bright green fabric on the inside with silver zippers! You can pre-order it now for $44.90! This bag is expected to ship between July 19th and July 30th of this year! Click Here to Pre-Order the Pixar’s Monsters, Inc. 20th Anniversary Mini-Backpack! Another animated Disney movie that’s been in the spotlight recently is 101 Dalmatians since Disney released the live-action prequel, Cruella! To celebrate, Hot Topic has the Disney’s 101 Dalmatians Peekaboo Mini Backpack! ©Hot Topic The bag has a paw print design all over, with black side pockets and a collar-design front pocket! There’s a Dalmatian peeking over the exterior pocket, too! ©Hot Topic The bag has adjustable straps and gold hardware, and it measures 8 1/2″W x 4 1/2″D x 10 1/2″H. You can pre-order it now for $39.90! This bag is expected to ship between July 20th and July 31st of this year! Click Here to Pre-Order the Disney’s 101 Dalmatians Peekaboo Mini Backpack! OK, so this last one isn’t really a mini-backpack, but it’s a Disney-themed bag that’s perfect for the upcoming Halloween season! If you’re heading to the parks for the BOO Bash this year, we think this Mickey Mouse Halloween Treats Crossbody Bag is a perfect companion! ©Hot Topic There are Halloween-themed Mickey treats all over the bag, including a Mickey cupcake, caramel apple, ghost popsicle, and more! ©Hot Topic The bag has an adjustable strap and a top and front zipper pocket! It measures 7″W x 9″H, and you can pre-order it now for just $14.90! This bag is expected to ship between August 17th and August 28th of this year! Click Here to Pre-Order the Mickey Mouse Halloween Treats Crossbody Bag! Whether you’re celebrating the Monsters, Inc. anniversary, the newest live-action Disney movie, or the upcoming spooky season, Hot Topic has the bag for you! Keep following DFB, and we’ll let ya know about the newest Disney deals! Click Here to See the Newest Backpack in Disney World that’s Designed to Carry Your Minnie Ears! 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 bag are you going to pre-order? Let us know in the comments! The post One of These New Disney Bags Does Not Match the Others… . first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Did you know that Mac ‘N Cheese Day is NEXT WEEK? City Works Eatery and Pour House Yup, July 14th is nationally dedicated to the beloved, cheesy dish that is mac ‘n cheese and as part of an early celebration, we headed to City Works Eatery & Pour House in Disney Springs! City Works invited us to go BEHIND THE SCENES of their mega-popular Mac ‘n Cheese and we’re taking you with us! We met up with Executive Chef Cory Hoekstra for a close-up demonstration of how City Works makes the Smoked Cheddar Mac ‘N Cheese. We’re dreaming of cheesy sauce already. Chef Hoekstra explained that this dish was introduced when City Works reopened from the 2020 closure and quickly rocketed to being one of the most popular on the menu! Smoked Cheddar Mac and Cheese Part of what’s awesome about this recipe is that it can be replicated pretty easily at home (although good luck getting the same smoky flavor!). It all starts with chunks of chicken breast and thick chunks of DOUBLE SMOKED bacon. Did you know City Works does a lot of their smoking in-house? Smoked Cheddar Mac and Cheese Once the bacon and chicken are cooked through (or warmed up if you cooked them in advance), it’s time for a solid pour of heavy cream! This is the main base of the sauce so if you’re a little heavy-handed with your pour, you’ll end up with a creamier end product. Smoked Cheddar Mac and Cheese We let the cream cook down around the meat and then it was time to get the MAC in the game. City Works uses Cavatappi noodles for Mac ‘N Cheese. The benefit of a big swirly noodle? More space to hold that cheese sauce! Smoked Cheddar Mac and Cheese Chef Hoekstra gave those noodles a good toss in our creamy, meaty mixture and once it was thoroughly mixed, it was CHEESE TIME. Obviously, this is the best step. The dish gets a solid cupful of shredded smoked cheddar all over the top. Chef Hoekstra noted that you can use whatever cheese you want when you’re making this at home, but that smoked cheddar smelled out of this world. Smoked Cheddar Mac and Cheese Now, we wait in anticipation as that beautiful cheese melts and mixes into the creamy sauce. TBH, it was kinda hard to stop our stomachs from growling. To finish off the cooking process, this mac gets a generous pinch of salt and black pepper. Smoked Cheddar Mac and Cheese And then that WHOLE PANFUL of Mac ‘N Cheese goes right in a serving bowl with some parsley on top. Seriously, this serving is HUGE. It’s certainly a full meal size or plenty to share! Smoked Cheddar Mac and Cheese Of course, we gave the dish a try. Maybe watching the whole process made us REALLY appreciate this dish, or maybe it’s just a darn good bowl of Mac ‘N Cheese. It’s a great mix of classic cheesy pasta with that punch of smoky flavor for a more unique bite. The meat was tender and the bacon, in particular, had the perfect amount of delicious chew. Smoked Cheddar Mac and Cheese The sauce sticks to the noodles super well and you’ve got that awesome smokiness from the cheddar that stands out as the star. It’s not so different that a picky eater would want to skip it, but it’s way more interesting than a regular bowl of Mac ‘N Cheese. Smoked Cheddar Mac and Cheese If you’re looking for something a little more adventurous (whether you’re celebrating Mac ‘N Cheese Day or not), you could also try the Tex Mex Mac N’ Cheese! City Works Tex Mex Mac ‘n Cheese You can pick up the Smoked Cheddar Mac ‘N Cheese at City Works Eatery & Pour House in Disney Springs for $18. As always, stay tuned to DFB for the latest cheesy updates (and all the other Disney updates too). Click here to read a REVIEW of City Works’ Tex Mex Mac ‘N Cheese! 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 this Mac ‘N Cheese dish? Tell us in the comments! Disclosure: In nearly all circumstances, Disney Food Blog writers and photographers pay full price for their own travel, hotel, food, beverage, and event tickets. We do this because it’s important to us as journalists to ensure not only that we give you unbiased opinions, but also that you can trust us to do so since we’re paying our own way. On rare occasions, when we are invited by a company to attend a preview as media, and when we choose to accept that invitation, we will always make you, our readers, aware of that situation. Today, we were invited by City Works Eatery & Pour House to attend a demonstration of one of their most popular dishes. Note that when we attend events as media we are 1) Not required to review that event/food on any of our channels, and 2) Not required to review that event/food favorably. You can always count on DFB to give you a 100% unbiased and honest review of any event that we attend, food that we eat, or beverage that we drink. You can see more in our Disclosure Policy. Thank you for reading. — AJ The post Behind the Scenes of MAC 'N CHEESE at City Works in Disney Springs! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The Main Street Plaza Ice Cream Parlor is a vintage-style ice cream shop located in Magic Kingdom. Plaza Ice Cream Parlor While many restaurants around Disney World reopened after the pandemic park closures, the Plaza Ice Cream Parlor remained closed…until now! The Plaza Ice Cream Parlor has officially reopened in Disney World!! So (of course) we went to check it out today, grab some treats from the menu, and share all the delicious details with you! Atmosphere As we walked through Magic Kingdom today, we were thrilled to see the doors to the Plaza Ice Cream Parlor open once again! Time to head inside! Let’s Head Inside! Ah, how we have missed you! Everything is better with Mickey ears, right?! Mickey Ice Cream! If you need a cold treat for your hot day in the Magic Kingdom, the Main Street Plaza Ice Cream Parlor is open again for you to check out! We’ll be sharing a FULL review of this spot later, so keep an eye out for that. And be sure to check back with us here at DFB for more looks at the newly reopened restaurants around Disney World! Click Here to See a First Look at the Newly Reopened Dino Diner at Disney World! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What ice cream treat are you excited to try in Disney World? Let us know in the comments! The post FIRST LOOK at the Reopened Plaza Ice Cream Parlor in Magic Kingdom! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Mobile Order can be a valuable tool in Disney World. Order ahead to save some time on your wait for food! Mobile Order has been available in Disney World since 2017, and since 2020 it has mostly become the norm in quick service dining. However, not every Disney World restaurant accepts Mobile Order. With so much in Disney World changing, we just discovered two more EPCOT restaurants are now accepting Mobile Order! Via the My Disney Experience app, we can see that Sommerfest and Yorkshire County Fish Shop are now accepting Mobile Order! ©Disney Sommerfest is located in the Germany Pavilion and their menu features traditional southern German dishes like bratwursts, frankfurters, beer, and desserts. Sommerfest in the Germany pavilion Sommerfest also has an authentic Hand-Twisted Pretzel that we love. This location has limited seating but Mobile Order can allow you to scope out a seat before your order is ready! Read our review of Sommerfest here! Yorkshire County Fish Market is in the United Kingdom Pavilion and their menu features one entree: fish & chips. Like Sommerfest, seating can be tough to find at this location, but with Mobile Order, you might be able to plan a bit more ahead! Yorkshire County Fish Shop For the fish & chips entree, you get two smaller filets with delicious fries. Yorkshire County Fish Shop often has a very long line but with Mobile Order added you can now wait for your fish & chips anywhere in EPCOT! Read our review of Yorkshire County Fish Shop here! So those are the two EPCOT restaurants now offering Mobile Order! Are you excited to avoid the long lines for these counter restaurants? Stick with DFB for all your breaking Disney World news! Read all about Mobile Order in Disney World here! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Will you be using mobile order at either of these restaurants? Let us know in the comments! The post EPCOT Adds Two More Fan-Favorite Restaurants to Mobile Order 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. Disney Wishables are the cute little plushes that have become super popular souvenirs in the parks and online! Star Wars Wishables! We’ve seen so many fun collections like Peter Pan’s Flight, Star Wars, and Guardians of the Galaxy, and we just keep getting more and more! There’s a new Wishables collection in Disney World AND online that you need to get your hands on! Check out The Incredicoaster Series Wishables! That’s a LOT of Jack Jacks! The Mystery Plush packet contains one surprise Wishable. The options you could get are Mr. Incredible, Mrs. Incredible, Dash, and Violet. Edna approves of these costumes Here’s a better look at the family: ©Disney There is also a “chase” Wishables Mrs. Incredible variant showing the supermom in her original Elastigirl costume! ©Disney We found the mystery plushes in The Emporium in Magic Kingdom for $12.99, but you can get them online on shopDisney for $9.99! Click here to get the Mystery Plush packet! Also in the series is the Jack Jack Wishables Plush, which is sold separately from the mystery packet. He’s got his cookie! Jack Jack is also $12.99 in the parks. The chaos this many Jack Jacks could cause… But he’s only $9.99 on shopDisney! Click here to get the Jack Jack Wishables Plush! All of the plushes in the series are limited release, so scoop them up now so you can collect all six of the superfamily! We’ll be on the lookout for more Wishables collections and let you know when they’re available, so stay tuned to DFB for more! Click here to see the Cars-themed Wishables! 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. How many Wishables do you have? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTOS: Incredibles Wishables Are Now Available Online and in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Lots of restaurants have been reopening all around Disney World. Dinner at the reopened Cape May Cafe Just within the past few weeks, Casey’s Corner in Magic Kingdom, Maya Grill in Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort, Sebastian’s Bistro in Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort, and more have become available to guests again. But, a LOT of people are upset with one restaurant that reopened recently — Cape May Cafe at Disney’s Beach Club Resort, and they’re angry for a very specific reason. For reference, Cape May Cafe previously served its meals buffet style. Dinner was a particular treat as it featured all-you-can-eat seafood. And what was one of the key items on that buffet that people flocked for? The snow crab legs! Snow Crab Legs Yes, the Cape May Cafe buffet meal featured all-you-can-eat snow crab legs! Not crab legs by the pound or only a specific number of crab legs. These were truly all-you-can eat, and they were regularly refilled so you could grab more! Crab Legs, Clams But, due to COVID-19 Disney’s buffet-style restaurants have generally transitioned to family-style service or some mixture of family-style and a la carte service. Cape May Cafe reopened not too long ago and is now serving a family-style dinner. The dinner menu includes a number of items for the table to share including Parker House rolls, salad, a Turf Platter (with slow-roasted strip loin, oven-roasted lemon-pepper chicken, and more), a Seafood Boil (with PEI Mussels, Peel-n-Eat Shrimp, Cape May Clams, Sustainable Catch of the Day, Red Bliss Potatoes, and Corn on the Cobb), and (of course) desserts! Seafood Boil — LOADS of yummy stuff in there Notice anything missing from this list? Oh yeah, crab legs! You CAN get crab legs at Cape May Cafe now, but they’re not included in the family-style dinner. Instead, you’ll have to pay extra to get them! While the regular family-style meal is $42 per adult, if you want crab legs you’ll have to pay an extra $29 per pound. And let’s just say that has some fans a little less than pleased. ©Disney Now, you do have to keep in mind that Cape May Cafe itself used to be priced a little bit higher when it did include an all-you-can-eat buffet. It was around $55 previously, and that has now dropped to $42. But, getting just 1 pound of crab legs now (in addition to the regular family style price) will cost you more than it used to cost to get an unlimited amount on the buffet. The question now is how many crab legs you used to eat and what that equivalent cost would be now. While we missed the buffet setting, we will say it was nice to have all the food brought out to the table during our recent visit to Cape May Cafe. And it’s important to keep in mind that you can generally request more of anything that comes with the dinner service (including those shrimp, mussels, and clams). Starters at Cape May Cafe Could things change in the future? It’s possible. Quite frankly, you just never know! Disney suspended a number of things due to COVID-19 that have started to return, like single rider lines, fireworks, and arcades. Some things are set to return in the future, like the Disney Dining Plan. But, it is possible that some things have changed for good. Perfect Lobster (This Will Also Cost You Extra) Only time will tell if the days of endless crab legs are gone or if they’ll return. We’ll definitely keep an eye out for any updates and let you know what we find! Click here to see our full review of the meal at Cape May Cafe! 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. Were you a big fan of Cape May Cafe’s crab legs on the buffet? How do you feel about the change to family-style service and the need to pay extra for the crab legs by the pound? Tell us in the comments! The post Why Everyone Is Mad at Cape May Cafe in Disney World Right Now first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’ve been keeping a close eye on Tropical Storm Elsa over the past few days and providing you with updates so you can be prepared for any potential impact it might have on your trip to Disney World. Stormy in Magic Kingdom! Yesterday, a flood watch and tornado watch was put in place for parts of Disney World. Last night, the EPCOT Forever fireworks were also canceled and Tropical Storm Elsa was also upgraded to a hurricane. What’s the status of the storm now? We’ve taken a look at recent reports and are providing you with an update. At around 8:30 AM EDT, WESH 2 News provided an update on Tropical Storm Elsa. While the storm had been upgraded to a hurricane yesterday, it has since weakened to a Tropical Storm again. ©WESH 2 News When and where is Tropical Storm Elsa expected to make landfall? Well, according to FOX 35 News, Elsa is expected to make landfall on the Northern Florida Gulf coast. Elsa is currently moving northward at 14 mph with sustained winds of 65 mph. It is expected to weaken as it moves inland. ©FOX 35 News | NOAA WESH 2 News reports that earlier this morning Florida Governor Ron DeSantis noted that up to 26,000 utility customers were without power with the majority of outages located in Polk, Pinellas, and Hillsborough counties. But, the governor noted that there had been no reports of significant structural damage across the state from the storm. It can get really stormy at Disney World! What should you expect to see in Orlando today? FOX 35 News reports that visitors to and residents of Central Florida should know that “heavy rainfall, gusty winds, and a few isolated tornados are possible during this time.” The FOX 35 Storm Team notes that there is a flood watch in place for Orange County. Additionally, they’ve shared that Central Florida can expect between 2-4 inches of rain (with maximums up to 6 inches) through Wednesday night. ©FOX 35 Orlando In terms of weather alerts, FOX 35 News has shared that there is a Tropical Weather Statement that has been issued until Wednesday at 12PM EDT. According to that statement, the National Weather Service has indicated that there is a possible threat to life or property in various counties in Florida including Orange and Osceola. ©FOX 35 Orlando We’ll continue to keep an eye out for more updates and let you know what we find. If you’re heading to Disney World this summer and wondering how to handle storms and hurricane season while there, check out our video below. And stay tuned for more updates. Experts have predicted above-average activity for the 2021 hurricane season — click here to learn more. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Have you ever been in Disney World during a hurricane or bad storm? Tell us in the comments. The post UPDATE: Elsa Downgraded to Tropical Storm and Latest Weather Updates 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. We are SO close to the 2021 EPCOT Food and Wine Festival. It’s only 8 days away! ©Disney While we patiently (or not so patiently) await the menu announcements for all the Food and Wine booths, we found a little sneak preview of a favorite Disney souvenir made just for the festival! We’ve seen the merchandise collections and now coming soon to shopDisney is the 2021 EPCOT Food and Wine Festival Spirit Jersey! The upcoming spirit jersey has a light blue background and features the logo we’ve seen on the Festival Logo Collection. We wonder what the back of the jersey will look like! @shopDisney Spirit jerseys usually cost $69.99. If you don’t remember, the 2020 festival spirit jersey was pink with Chef Minnie on the front and back. ©shopDisney The 2021 Food and Wine Spirit Jersey should be on shopDisney soon. We hope to find out about more 2021 EPCOT Food and Wine merchandise coming soon, and as soon as we do we will let you know! Stay tuned to DFB for all your EPCOT Food and Wine news! See a sneak peek at the Food and Wine merchandise collections 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 a 20% off the cover price! 2021 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Index 2021 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Booth and Menu Index 2021 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Special Events 2021 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Low-Cost Seminars and Demonstrations 2021 Eat to the Beat Concert Schedule Epcot Food and Wine Festival Fans Facebook Page 2021 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Wine and Dine Half Marathon Swan and Dolphin Food and Wine Classic Food and Wine Festival 101 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Vegetarian Items Epcot Food and Wine Festival Gluten Free Items What do you think about the 2021 EPCOT Food and Wine Spirit Jersey? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTO: First Look at 2021 EPCOT Food and Wine Spirit Jersey! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

In-person runDisney events are returning soon. ©Disney And there are so many fun events planned for the 2021/2022 season. But the one we’re most excited about is the first — the 2021 Wine and Dine Half Marathon Weekend. Why? Because it’s dedicated entirely to Disney villains! The Wine and Dine Half Marathon takes place from November 4th through November 7th. The weekend’s theme is “Wickedly Delicious” with each event dedicated to some of Disney’s biggest baddies. ©Disney Put on your most flowy cape and get your mirrors ready — the 5K is all about the fairest of them all — or not– and is dedicated to the Evil Queen. Strangely enough, we hear apples are a great race snack. What’s this? The 10K is dedicated to Oogie Boogie and Jack Skellington. Don’t forget to tell Kronk to pull the lever for the Half Marathon because it’s all about Yzma. And finally, the Two Course Challenge is devoted to the original sea witch herself, Ursula! It won’t cost much — just your voice! ©Disney General registration for the in-person event begins on July 13th at 10AM ET. But don’t worry if you can’t make it — you can still participate in the virtual event, too — registration for that begins on July 16th at 10AM ET. And stay tuned because we’ll keep you updated on other runDisney events, too! Read more about the return of in-person runDisney events here. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Will you be participating in this year’s Wine and Dine Half Marathon? Let us know in the comments! The post Villain Themes Announced for 2021 Wine and Dine Half Marathon Weekend in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Ramen, smoked cocktails, whole fish, now that’s stuff you’re probably not expecting to see at Disney World but it’s there…if you know where to look. Lucky Shamrock Cocktail There’s still some interesting food at Disney World and we’re looking beyond the churros to find it today. Check out the things you’d never expect to see in Disney World and more in our latest 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 new thing you’re excited to try. The post DFB Video: You’d Never Expect to Eat THIS in Disney World (But You Should!) first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Today, I’m excited to share with you that the American Resort Development Association (ARDA) has presented Disney Vacation Club with its ACE Project of Excellence Award for Disney’s Riviera Resort.http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/dm3WsvtVdd8View the full article

Want to avoid being “that person” in Disney World? Be careful of committing these big no-nos! Happily Ever After We know from experience that it can be easy to get wrapped up in “vacation mode” in Disney World. But despite the fun and lighthearted atmosphere in Disney World, there are still some taboos to be mindful of. Let’s take a look at 10 major Disney World taboos! Blocking the Fireworks Views For many guests, fireworks are one of the highlights of their Disney World trip. The fireworks shows are super impressive, and they often draw huge crowds. A Crowded Main Street, U.S.A. after the Happily Ever After Fireworks! To ensure they get a good view of the show, many guests will stake out their viewing spot wayyyy in advance — sometimes even hours ahead of time for holidays or special events! Holiday Fireworks in Disney World Some guests plan their entire day around securing their favorite fireworks viewing spot, so don’t try to push your way through the crowd at the last minute into a spot that blocks the view of other (much more patient) guests! EPCOT Forever Also, keep in mind that putting a child on your shoulders or holding up a large tablet to record the show can obstruct the view of the guests behind you. If you have little ones or want to get a good recording of the show, make it a priority to stake out your perfect viewing spot early so visibility isn’t an issue. Happily Ever After Another way to secure a great viewing spot for the fireworks is to splurge on a dessert party (when offered), which includes reserved seating. Some fireworks shows have also included a FastPass option in the past (you know…when FastPass was still being offered). If this returns, it’s yet another option for snagging a spot without camping out hours in advance. Frozen Ever After Dessert Party If getting a great spot for the fireworks is your top priority, be sure to plan accordingly and either splurge on an upgrade, snag a FastPass, or stake out your location in advance rather than swooping in and blocking someone else’s view at the last minute! PHOTOS & VIDEOS: Happily Ever After Fireworks Are BACK in Magic Kingdom! Being Rude to Cast Members Cast Members are required to follow a strict set of rules designed to ensure the safety and comfort of all guests. So, if they’re asking you to do something (or not to do something), there’s probably a good reason! Casey’s Corner Cast Member Avoid taking your frustration out on Cast Members. They work hard to create a safe and magical environment for guests, and that includes upholding park rules. Cast Members Know your family’s limits! If you sense that you’re going to hit a wall soon, find a place to rest and recuperate or head back to your hotel room for a break to avoid having a meltdown on an unsuspecting Cast Member (or fellow guest). Just remember — they’re not trying to ruin your day, they’re just doing their job to keep you safe. The BEST Ways To Show Cast Members You Appreciate Them! Drinking Too Much in EPCOT Since Disney World is a family-friendly place, technically guests should avoid drinking too much anywhere around the Resort. But given the abundance of delicious drink options in EPCOT (especially World Showcase!), this park is probably the most likely place for guests to commit this taboo. Hang out in World Showcase in the evening and you’ll see what we mean. La Cava National Margarita Drink With that being said, EPCOT’s World Showcase is home to plenty of fun and unique drinks that are worth trying. Just prepare to pace yourself as you taste your way around the pavilions! “Drinking around the world” sounds fun, but when you really lay out drinking 11 drinks in a short span of time, it’s a recipe for disaster. Flower & Garden Festival Treats! Break up your alcoholic drinks with snacks and drink PLENTY of water throughout the day to stay hydrated. Escargot and Pink Flamingo Rose from the France Booth It’s also best to make a list of the drinks you want to try in advance to avoid overindulging on impulse drinks along the way! You’ve Probably Never Visited One of the BEST Bars in EPCOT Ruining the Magic for Other Guests Speaking of the family-friendly environment, remember that there are tons of little ones around the parks, so tailor your conversations accordingly! Princess Tiana In other words, don’t loudly share stories of people you know who are “friends” with the characters, explain behind-the-scenes secrets of attraction effects, or other similar topics that can spoil the magic for others around you. Tower of Terror Queue While this can obviously have an impact on the kiddos, there are guests of all ages that prefer to be immersed in the storytelling of the parks. Don’t assume that everyone around you wants to “peek behind the curtain!” But if You DO Want to Know the Secrets Behind Some of Your Favorite Disney Rides, Check This Out! Using Explicit Language Staying on the subject of creating a family-friendly environment, be mindful of the language you use in public places around Disney World. Animal Kingdom In fact, both Disneyland and Disney World reference offensive language in their policies. Disneyland’s policy requires guests to “refrain from using offensive/abusive language,” and Disney World’s policy states that guests should “show common courtesy” by refraining from using profanity directed at other guests or Cast Members. Magic Kingdom Even when chatting with your own traveling party, remember that there are TONS of other guests in the parks that could overhear you, so try to keep it G-rated! The 10 Worst Things EVERYONE Does in Disney World! Not Following Seating Instructions In many of the theater shows around Disney World, guests are instructed to move all the way down a row of seats before taking their spot. PhilharMagic But often guests will stop right in the middle of a row instead of filling in all of the available space. Frozen! While it’s understandable that everyone wants a good seat, this holds up the seating process, requires other guests to move around you, and can even impact the capacity of the show. It’s Tough to be a Bug Don’t be “that person” — follow all instructions given by Cast Members and if you reallllllly want a seat close to the middle of the row, try not to be one of the first parties inside of the theater when the doors open for seating to begin. 10 Times Disney World Rides Will Freak. Your. Kid. Out. Littering When Walt Disney was designing Disneyland, he actually performed his own experiment to see how far people would walk with trash in their hands before throwing it on the ground. He used his observations to determine how frequently trash cans needed to be placed to help keep the park clean. Trash and Recycling Cans And that dedication to cleanliness has continued in Disney parks to this day. Guests will find plenty of trash cans throughout the parks, so don’t throw your garbage on the ground! With trash cans at practically every turn, there’s really no excuse for littering in Disney World. Magic Kingdom If you’re worried about carrying something excessively messy, pack plastic bags in your park bag that you can use to store your garbage until you find a trash can. Whatever You Do, DON’T Listen to These Disney World Tips! Interfering With Wildlife Disney World doesn’t exist in a bubble (as much as we might like to think it does!), and wildlife CAN find its way into the Resort. Disney World is basically on a swamp, so a LOT of local wildlife call the Most Magical Place on Earth home! If you see any wild animals (gators, snakes, birds, etc.), DO NOT try to touch them. They’re just as dangerous as they are outside of Disney World! A Snake Spotted Near the Entrance to Animal Kingdom! Also, don’t feed any of the animals you may spot…yes, even those adorable Disney ducks! This can mess with their natural diet and it could make them more likely to approach humans in the future. A Disney Duck! Basically, if you see a wild animal, leave it alone. If you really want to interact with an animal, check out the Affection Section at Disney’s Animal Kingdom! Only EXPERTS of Disney’s Animal Kingdom Know These 15 Things! Being Inappropriate to the Characters When interacting with the characters around Disney World, treat them with courtesy and respect. Mickey and Minnie in EPCOT And that means guests should ABSOLUTELY avoid any inappropriate touching or lewd comments towards any of the characters. Believe it or not, this is WAY more common than it should be! Princess Jasmine Character attendants accompany the characters to help manage meet-and-greets in the parks, so someone WILL be there to spot inappropriate behavior, which could even result in a guest being asked to leave the park. 10 Things That Are BANNED From Disney World! Accessing Restricted Areas Around Disney World, there are “backstage” areas that only Cast Members are allowed to enter. And these areas are off-limits for a reason! Most importantly, there could be serious safety risks with accessing areas not meant for guests. Cast Members Only Even if a backstage area doesn’t contain something dangerous, it’s definitely NOT worth getting kicked out of the park over. Disney works to deliver all of the magic where guests can see it (“on-stage”) so there’s nothing exciting enough backstage worth getting banned — or injured — over. Backstage Queue area for La Cava del Tequila If you really want to get a glimpse backstage, there are some tours that will take you there, so splurge on one of those for a (legal) peek behind the curtain. 4 NEW Ways to Get Kicked Out of Disney World Just because Disney World is the Most Magical Place on Earth doesn’t mean it’s a free-for-all. All of these ten taboos are frowned upon, and some could even get you kicked out of the park! The next time you’re on vacation, be mindful of these no-nos to help keep everyone safe and happy…including yourself! 6 Surprising Rules About Drinking in Disney World! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What other tips do you know for avoiding these Disney World taboos? Let us know in the comments! The post 10 Disney World TABOOS! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The Polite Pig in Disney Springs is a spot that serves up delicious barbecue and an excellent selection of drinks, including a wide array of Bourbons and Rye Whiskeys! In past years, restaurants at Disney Springs like Polite Pig have participated in the Disney Springs Flavors of Florida, an event featuring dishes that highlight ingredients from the Sunshine State! The Polite Pig at Disney Springs This year, Flavors of Florida is back at Disney Springs from July 6th to August 12th! So, of course, we tried everything Polite Pig was offering for this event! We tried a key lime pie donut, GATOR, and more in Disney Springs. And now, it’s time to explore the Polite Pig offerings! Polite Pig’s drink offering for Flavors of Florida, the returning Bee’s Knees Cocktail for $11! This drink features Honey Gin, Orange Liqueur, Lemon Juice, and Bitters! The tartness of the lemon juice, the sweetness of the honey, and the bubbles from the soda water made this a fun and refreshing summer drink! The Bee’s Knees! For our meal, we got the also returning Shrimp and Grits with a Peach Habenero Glaze for $24! If you’re looking for a fun new take on a Southern classic, then this is the one for you! We really really loved this dish, it’s one of the better and more creative versions of shrimp and grits in Disney World! The Shrimp and Grits! The grits were simple and delicious. They were very buttery and creamy without any extra effort. They were perfectly seasoned with just salt and pepper — they were not cheesy; just buttery grits. The subtle and simple flavor of the grits really compliments the bold flavors of the shrimp! The dish comes with 5 jumbo shrimp and the shrimp wasn’t rubbery or fishy at all. and the sweet and spicy flavor of the glaze was excellent, bringing lots of great heat to the dish. Yum!!! Polite Pig meals come with coleslaw, cornbread, and a marketplace side. In this case, the grits count as your side! So it might not be the most filling meal for the price. However, if you want a different side, you can swap out the grits for any of Polite Pig’s other Market Side offerings. Cornbread and Slaw! Overall, our reporter felt like this was the BEST Shrimp and Grits she had ever had…and she’s had a LOT of Shrimp and Grits. If you’re a lover of the seafood classic dish, you NEED to head to Polite Pig to check it out. If Shrimp and Grits aren’t your thing, we suggest try something else on this menu, you really can’t go wrong here! With Half Chicken, Pulled Pork, and Baby Back Ribs on the menu, there’s plenty to choose from! However, we think that the Bee’s Knees drink is worth trying regardless of if you like gin! It’s really delicious! We’re always keeping up with the latest Disney news! Stay tuned here for more! Read our latest Polite Pig review here! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What do you think of Polite Pig’s latest offerings? Let us know in the comments! The post REVIEW: Did We Just Find The Best Shrimp and Grits in Disney World? first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

When Disney World named its new ambassadors last week, it continued a tradition that predates the resort. The position was created by Walt Disney to help alleviate public-relations duties for the 10th anniversary of Disneyland in 1965. View the full article

In a guest column, the president and CEO of the American Hotel and Lodging Association urges congressional passage of the Save Hotel Jobs Act. View the full article