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The Dino Diner in Dinoland, U.S.A. at Disney’s Animal Kingdom is a trailer-turned-restaurant that serves up carnival-inspired bites! This quick-service features delicious Churros, Corn Chip Pies, and Dino-Rama Chili Cheese Dogs! We’ve enjoyed this spot, especially during Animal Kingdom’s Tasting Sampler and Christmastime! The Dino Diner is back! It’s been a while since we’ve been able to eat at this spot, but with its return on July 4th, we’re able to finally get a look at the reopened quick-service spot! Let’s check it out! Atmosphere We patiently waited for Dino Diner to open this morning. But we have to say, we think the Dino looks happy to be open again! He’s READY to serve up some snacks to Disney World guests again! Waiting for it to open We took some time to peruse the posted menus. There’s a selection of hot dogs, including the Dino-Rama Chili-Cheese Dog. But there’s also a Corn Chip Pie and Churros, as well as a small selection of non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages. Menus Plastic silverware, napkins, and condiments are laid out nearby. These are the packets of condiments, rather than the self-serve condiments we’ve seen returning to some Disney World dining locations. Condiments Tables with umbrellas are set up just outside the diner for guests to have a nice place to sit and eat their snacks. Seating When it was time to order, the Cast Members inside greeted us warmly! Cast Members are the best! The Cast Members were super excited for Dino Diner to be open again! The Eats So we ordered some food! The spread We started with the Corn Chip Pie, which is Corn Chips, Chili, Sour Cream, Green Onion, Shredded Cheddar, and Jalapeño. It’s $8.49. Corn Chip Pie We also grabbed the Dino-Rama Chili-Cheese Dog, which is served with Potato Chips for $10.99. Chili Cheese Dog, like whoa. And well, we can’t pass up a Churro. It comes with Chocolate Dipping Sauce in a Compostable Cup for $6.19. Churro! We’re excited to get you all a full review of the newly reopened Dino Diner! Keep an eye out for that review soon! As more and more Disney World restaurants reopen, we’ll keep you updated on the latest Disney food news. Read our full review of the newly reopened Casey’s Corner in 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 of Dino Diner’s return? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTOS: First Look at A Reopened Dino Diner at Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

For decades, Disney parks have recognized the country’s active-duty military and veterans with daily flag retreat ceremonies. Flag Retreat Ceremony The flag retreat ceremony is held at both Magic Kingdom and Disneyland Park. As part of the tradition, an active-duty military member or veteran is selected from among that park’s daily visitors to lower the flag and carry it in a processional down Main Street, U.S.A. And now, both parks have officially welcomed back their daily flag retreat ceremony. Magic Kingdom resumed its daily flag retreat ceremony on July 1st. Flag Retreat A guest who is a U.S. Air Force veteran took part in the ceremony, which included the recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance, and the singing of “God Bless America” and the “Star Spangled Banner,” accompanied by the Main Street Philharmonic marching band. Flag Retreat Disneyland Park resumed its flag retreat ceremony when the resort reopened on April 30th. Flag Retreat Ceremony at Disneyland ©Disney The flag retreat ceremony occurs daily at both Disney World and Disneyland. For the daily schedule, guests can check with Guest Services or the Times Guide. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! What is your favorite Disney parks tradition? Let us know in the comments! The post Flag Retreat Ceremony Returns to Both Disney World and Disneyland Resort first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s no secret that a trip to Disney World can get expensive. Grand Floridian lobby And we do our best to keep you updated on ways you can save on a Disney World trip when it comes to food, hotels, tickets, and more. But sometimes, you just want a little splurge when you’re on vacation, right? How do you know which splurges are worth the cash and which to pass on? But some of those splurges come with a hefty price tag, and are they really worth it? We think some of them certainly are, and we’ve broken down our favorite expensive things at Disney World that we think are worth the cost. Note that some of these experiences are still unavailable at Disney World. We’ll keep you up to date as that changes. Wild Africa Trek When we asked our team about expensive things at Disney World that are TOTALLY worth it, the Wild Africa Trek came up a lot. This experience takes you on a trip into an area of Disney’s Animal Kingdom that is rarely seen by guests, giving those on the tour amazing views of giraffes, rhinos, hippos, crocodiles, and more! Pangani Exploration Trail on the Wild Africa Trek The guided tour combines walking and riding in a safari vehicle through those rare parts of Animal Kingdom that no one else gets to see. After, guests get to enjoy small plates of African-inspired foods while enjoying a gorgeous view of the savanna. There’s also a photographer taking photos that guests later get access to. This experience costs $139-$249 per person (plus the cost of your tickets) and is worth it. Read A Review of the Wild Africa Trek The Dress Shop Dresses If you’re going to dress up, why not do it in Disney style? And one of the most expensive pieces of clothing you can get at Disney is a Dress Shop dress. But these unique designs are worth their $100 to $128 price tag! And there’s a dress for so many wonderful Disney things, including Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway, Ariel, 101 Dalmations, and more! These are the ultimate way to Disneybound! Captain America dress These dresses tend to borrow from vintage styles, so they’re also perfect for Dapper Day! But they’re so fun and stylish that you could wear them anywhere. And we’ve noticed that these dresses are well-made, too, and hold up well after many wearings. See Photos of The Dress Shop Tomorrowland Dress Signature Dining Experiences We strongly believe in YOLO when it comes to dining at Disney World, and signature dining experiences at some of the best restaurants at Disney World (and possibly, the WHOLE world) are often worth their higher prices. We’ve enjoyed nearly every meal we’ve ever had at restaurants like Jiko and often return to places like California Grill, Victoria and Albert’s, and more. Main Dining Room at Victoria & Albert’s Not only will you be treated to some of the finest food you’ve ever had, but you’ll also get first-rate service (and we’re talking even above and beyond regular already-great Disney service) and a memorable dining experience. If you can swing it, book a signature dining reservation for your next Disney World trip. Find Out If A $350 Dinner at Disney World Is Worth It Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto Tiki Mug One of the most sought-after collectibles at Disney World are the Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto Tiki Mugs. People LOVE to collect these, despite their price — generally around $30 (although that does usually include a drink) but some, like the massive Nautilus drink, costs $58 with the drink. But these mugs are unique and fun, and often represent our favorite Disney things (we love the seasonal Haunted Mansion ones and the holiday Nutcracker ones). 2016 Hitchhiking Ghosts Tiki Mug in Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto Caution, though — once you collect one, you might not want to stop, but these are collectibles that just also happen to be mugs (so…you know…you can USE them as mugs!), and we think they’re worth it. See More Photos Of One Of These Mugs Certain Room Upgrades Sure, you could stay in a standard room at a value resort, but some room upgrades at Disney World are worth the extra cost. For example, how can we resist the Pirate Rooms at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort? ARRRRR! And if you have a large party, the Family Rooms at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort are a great option. Family Suite Or why not wake up with a view of wild animals every morning in a Savanna Room at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge? Or how about Theme Park Views at Disney’s Contemporary Resort, Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, and Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa? Some rooms are better than others and worth the additional cost. Honorable Mention: VIP Tours VIP Tours at Disney World are a great way to learn a lot more about Disney World and see areas of the parks that most guests don’t get to see. These tours can be a great way to spend a day at Disney World with your family. For example, the Disney’s Family Magic Tour takes your family on a quest through Magic Kingdom with a tour guide, looking for clues to unlock all kinds of secrets about the park. And at $39 per person (plus the cost of a ticket), it’s a fun way to see Magic Kingdom in an entirely new way. Unlock the secrets of Magic Kingdom Or you can see parts of Magic Kingdom no one else gets to see on the five-hour Keys To The Kingdom Tour. This tour takes you behind the scenes and even includes the infamous “utilidor” tunnels underneath the Magic Kingdom. You’ll also see loads of Hidden Mickeys and learn some little-known trivia about Disney. This tour is $99 per person and includes lunch plus a gift. Barber Shop on Main Street, U.S.A. If you want to go all out, though, the Private VIP Tour is an all-day tour that offers you unparalleled access to Disney World (including ALL parks), front-of-the-line ride access, and loads of valuable information with your very own private tour guide. You get to work with your guide to customize the spots YOU want to visit. But this will cost you $425 to $750 per hour for a minimum of 7 hours and up to 10 guests. It comes down to whether you want to spend that much money on a tour, especially when you could spend about that much on extra nights at a Disney World hotel. Learn More About Private VIP Tours In the end, it does come down to what you are comfortable spending for certain Disney World experiences, but these are some we’ve thoroughly enjoyed at the parks regardless of their price tags. And if you can arrange to throw one of these into your budget for your next Disney World trip, we don’t think you’ll be disappointed! Click Here For The BEST Disney World Upgrades for Under $5! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Have you ever indulged in any of these expensive things at Disney World? Let us know what you thought about them in the comments! The post The 5 Most Expensive Things in Disney World You Should Still Buy first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

When it comes to classic Disney World treats, it doesn’t get much more iconic than a Dole Whip! Dole Whip Pineapple Dole Whip is the quintessential flavor, but guests can find plenty of other options around Disney World if they want to switch it up. In fact, we love trying out different Dole Whip flavor combos! And we just spotted a swirl option that’s perfectly refreshing for the summer heat. Guests will typically find several flavors of Dole Whip on the menu at Pineapple Lanai at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. Pineapple Lanai Recently, we’ve seen options like pineapple and lime swirl and orange and raspberry swirl pop up. And now, there’s a new way to get your twist on with the Raspberry and Lime Dole Whip Swirl! We’ve seen this combo pop up before and we were SO excited to see it return! Raspberry Lime Dole Whip Swirl If you’re looking for a frozen treat full of summer flavors, this Dole Whip might be perfect for you! It has a combination of sweet and tart flavors that make for a super refreshing snack. Raspberry Lime Dole Whip Swirl The Dole Whip flavors often rotate out at Pineapple Lanai, so be sure to swing by soon if you want to give this combo a try! You can snag a cup of it for $4.99. We’ll continue to keep an eye out for other fun treats around Disney World so stay tuned for all of the latest updates! RECIPE: Pioneer Woman’s Spin On the FAMOUS Disney Dole Whip Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What is your favorite Dole Whip flavor? Let us know in the comments! The post Is This the Most Refreshing Dole Whip Swirl Combo 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. Fireworks are BACK at Disney World and we’ve enjoyed getting to see Happily Ever After and EPCOT Forever light-up the skies again! YOU CAN FLY!! We previously saw that Disney would be releasing a new Fireworks-themed Key Pin to go along with the other pins in the Key Pin collection. As expected, this pin just dropped on shopDisney and you can pick it up RIGHT NOW! It had a name change to the Celebration Key Pin, but we love it just the same. Look at the sparkles ©shopDisney You can add this key pin to your collection for $12.99. Click Here to Buy the New Unlock the Fun Fireworks Key Pin Like many other Limited Edition Pins, if this is one you want to add to your collection we suggest buying it sooner rather than later. If the crowds at Happily Ever After were any indication of how fast this bad boy will sell, it will be gone QUICK! If Fireworks are Your Thing Check Out the Return of Happily Ever After! 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 your favorite fireworks in Disney World? Let us know in the comments below!The post Celebrate the Return of Fireworks with A NEW Disney Collectible! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If you’ve been in the Disney World loop over the past year or so, you’ve probably heard about Rise of the Resistance. Rise of the Resistance This attraction is a MAJOR draw in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in both Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Disneyland and is one of the most immersive rides Disney has ever created. Still, it’s NOT easy to get on this attraction with the very high demand virtual queue, so we’re bringing you Our Guide to Disney World’s Rise of the Resistance: 2021 Edition! What is Rise of the Resistance? Let’s start with the basics! What is Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance? Rise of the Resistance is the E-ticket attraction (fancy “Disney speak” for the best of the best attractions) in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in both Disney World’s Hollywood Studios and Disneyland Park. Today, we’re talking about the Disney World version! Rise of the Resistance One thing that sticks out about this ride before you even get on it is that you do need to join a virtual Boarding Group as a part of the virtual queue in order to ride. Don’t worry, we’ll talk more about that in just a sec. Rise of the Resistance The attraction is a 25-minute experience with multiple different ride vehicles, preshows, and events that fully immerse you into a battle with the First Order. Careful! You might end up a prisoner along the way! Rise of the Resistance Spoiler alert! Some of the scenarios you’ll experience on Rise of the Resistance include riding on a Resistance Transport, being trapped on a First Order Star Destroyer, and weaving around AT-ATs in a hangar bay. The most exciting part might be the escape on a trackless troop transport piloted by a droid! Want to learn more about Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge? Click here! Ride Details Let’s talk logistics! So, at the time of writing, the Fastpass+ system is currently unavailable in Disney World. BUT, it’s important to note that even prior to the suspension of Fastpass, Rise of the Resistance did not have that offering. So, it’s possible that Rise of the Resistance will not have Fastpass if and when the offering does returns. Rise of the Resistance It also doesn’t currently have a Single Rider line option! So, currently, the ONLY WAY to ride Rise of the Resistance is by getting a virtual Boarding Pass through the My Disney Experience app. Rise of the Resistance Take note parents and littles! You must be at least 40 inches (102 centimeters) or taller to ride. For those in wheelchairs and ECVs, you’ll be able to stay in your vehicle through the first part of the ride before fully transferring to the Prison Transport vehicles (the actual “ride” part of the ride). To learn more about the suspension of Fastpass, click here! How to Get On the Ride Alright, now for the nitty-gritty. Let’s talk about how to actually get on the ride! Hey, Rey, Hey! What is a Boarding Group? As we mentioned, you do need to access the virtual queue which is made up of Boarding Groups. Rather than wait in a physical line for the attraction, you’ll take a shot at snagging a spot in the virtual line. Rise of the Resistance Throughout the day, the attraction will call group numbers to return to the ride. When your group number is called, you can head to the attraction to enter the physical queue. Rise of the Resistance Boarding Groups are distributed through the My Disney Experience and they go FAST — often within seconds of the drop time. Boarding Groups become available at 7AM and 1PM. Note! You will NOT be able to ride Rise if you park hop to Disney’s Hollywood Studios from another park. You do need a Park Pass to be able to book a spot in the Rise of the Resistance virtual queue. Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance So, at 7AM, you’ll be able to try for a Boarding Group from ANYWHERE (in or out of the park) as long as you have a Disney’s Hollywood Studios Park Pass reservation. At 1PM, you can also try from anywhere BUT you’ll need to have scanned into Disney’s Hollywood Studios at some point prior. Most guests will be in the park trying to secure a pass at 1. Keep in mind, if you’re trying for the 1PM slot, you will need your ENTIRE party to be scanned into the park. Click here to learn about the Boarding Group drop times! How To Get a Boarding Group Alright, now let’s go through the step-by-step of getting a Rise of the Resistance Boarding Group. Sign in to your My Disney Experience app in advance of drop time and make sure your party is all linked with valid admission and Disney Park Passes. We recommend checking this the day before and in the morning just in case there are any issues with linking your party! Exactly at the drop time, tap “Join Boarding Group” a quickly tap through the following screens. Your party will be automatically linked. If you manage to get through the screens before Boarding Groups are full (remember, it happens FAST), a screen will pop up showing a droid and your Boarding Group number. Virtual Queue screenshot Then, once in the park, Boarding Groups will be called periodically throughout the day. When your group is called, head to the attraction. You’ll get a notification on your phone. Cast Members will scan everyone’s ticket media and let you into the ride. You’ll have one hour to head to the attraction once your group is called. Want to learn more about getting a Boarding Group? Click here! Tips! Don’t worry, we’ve got some tips to help out! Screenshot from My Disney Experience Go for the 7AM time first! You’ll want a second chance if you don’t get it. In our experience, we have not seen either time fill up more quickly or slowly than the other time. They both go very, very fast. So, do NOT assume that you’ll have an easier time getting a Boarding Group at 1PM! Consider the 1PM distribution time your Plan B in the event you don’t score at 7AM. Disconnect from Disney’s WiFi and refresh My Disney Experience BEFORE the hour strikes. This is the time to rely on your cell provider, not Disney. The Disney wifi is notoriously unreliable. Have someone else looking at the seconds tick down on an atomic clock and tell you when to click. You seriously want to time it THAT close. Turn your Push Notifications on. Once you have a Boarding Group, if you have a dining reservation, prioritize that THEN return to Rise of the Resistance. It will be more difficult for Cast Members to accommodate your dining reservation than it will to put you on the ride. When in doubt, talk with a Cast Member! In our experiences, if you let the Rise Cast Members know what’s up, they’re happy to help (plus, they can see in their system you have a valid boarding group). Looking for more tips? Click here! Fun Facts! And real quick before we go, we wanted to give you some fun facts! Rise of the Resistance There are two different tracks with different ride experiences. We’ve ridden both and we even have an opinion on which one is better! In the queue, you’ll see flight suits, helmets, and gas masks like you’ve seen in the Star Wars films, including the Bacta Suit Finn wears in The Last Jedi. To learn more about the two ride experiences, click here! And there you have it! Hopefully, you don’t have ANY questions about Rise of the Resistance but if you do, we’re here for ya! As much as we know most guests want to ensure a chance to ride this ride, it still comes down to luck in many cases. May the odds be ever in your favor (sorry, wrong movie!). May the force be with you (there, that’s better!). As always, stay tuned to DFB for everything you need to plan a successful trip to Disney World. Click here to learn more about Rise of the Resistance! 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 do you feel about Rise of the Resistance? Tell us in the comments! The post Your Guide to Disney World’s Rise of the Resistance: 2021 Edition first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Supporting our nation’s military heroes is a tradition that dates back to the founding of The Walt Disney Company. For decades, Disney Parks have recognized our nation’s active-duty military and veterans with stirring daily flag retreat ceremonies. Held at both Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Florida and Disneyland park in Anaheim, California, these popular offerings give Disney the opportunity to offer sincere gratitude to those who serve and defend our nation.http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/5bZ8Wy8EpcoView the full article

Dunedin, on Florida's west coast, is a hidden gem that boasts award-winning beaches, a 40-plus mile trail and a quaint downtown area filled with unique shops and local restaurants. View the full article

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Hello, DFB Friends! The Yacht Club is such a beautiful resort We’ve been busy this week running around all over Disney World, trying out new snacks and drinks, while also hunting down the newest Disney merchandise. That includes spending some time at Disney World’s hotels, seeing what’s new there, too! So let’s get on with the updates! BoardWalk Inn Food Updates ESPN Club Over at the newly-reopened BoardWalk Inn, we saw cast members repainting the space where the menu boards used to be at the ESPN Club. Repainting… We’re not sure what’s going on here and if/when this location will reopen, but we’ll keep you updated. Read Our REVIEW of the NEW BoardWalk Ice Cream Shop in Disney World! BoardWalk Inn Merchandise Updates Screen Door We found a special Pin Celebrating the BoardWalk’s 25th Anniversary! This pin is $19.99. 25 years! How adorable is this Mickey and Minnie Boardwalk Ornament? You can grab it for $24.99. Love their vintage looks! We also dig this new BoardWalk T-Shirt with the raglan sleeves — it’s $24.99. Cool new BoardWalk Tee! We also found the PeopleMover Water Bottle we previously saw at EPCOT. PeopleMover water bottle? Yes, please! There were some new water bottles, too, including a Mickey & Friends Water Bottle… Mickey and the gang! …and a Summer Mickey Walt Disney World Water Bottle. Each water bottle is $27.99. Mickey looking super cool Some new Tumblers have put in an appearance, too. There’s a Mickey and Minnie Tumbler! Summer vibes! The tumblers are $24.99 each. See Photos From The BoardWalk’s Reopening Beach Club Merchandise Updates Beach Club Marketplace We found a few new shirts, including this Blue Beach Club Resort T-Shirt. Beachy tee! There’s also this Beach Club Sweatshirt for $34.99. Sweatshirt This Long-Sleeve Beach Club Hooded Tee is pretty sweet. Going to the Beach Club! See Photos of The Beach Club’s Reopening And we spotted a super sweet (quite literally) Beach Club Ornament! Everyday IS sundae! The back has the Beach Club logo on it. Beach Club is AWESOME This ornament is $24.99. Learn More About The Reopening of Disney World’s Club Level Rooms! Yacht Club Merchandise Updates The Market at Ale & Compass We spotted a new Yacht Club Resort Beach Towel for $26.99. NICE towel If you have a kid that’s a mermaid fan, they’ll need this Mermaid Tank for $24.99. Channeling our inner mermaid The Disney World Resort Corkcicle trend continues with a Yacht Club Corkcicle. You can grab one for $39.99. They’re EVERYWHERE. Or sip on your drink from this Disney Cruise Line Cup. DCL Cup The cup is $29.99. Finding Food After 10PM Is HARD in Disney World Right Now. Here Are Your Options. Those are all the updates we have this time around, but stay tuned — we’ll be back with more soon! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Have you been to a Disney World hotel recently? Let us know in the comments! The post What's New at Disney World's Hotels: Resort-Specific Merchandise and an Anniversary Pin first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

“All of our dreams can come true if we have the courage to pursue them.’’ – Walt Disney That sentiment is at the heart of our transformational mentorship program Disney Dreamers Academy, and we are thrilled to announce the ever-popular, outside-the-classroom event is set to return to Walt Disney World Resort March 3-6, 2022!http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/LGNCYTuSNGgView the full article

Welcome back to Walt Disney World! Fireworks are BACK! Every week we take a look at the average wait times for every single ride so you can gauge how busy the parks are for your next trip. Most of the pre-shows are BACK in the parks and the fireworks made their return this week at Magic Kingdom and EPCOT, so let’s see how that affected crowds! Here’s a look at all the average wait times in Disney World from this week. Magic Kingdom Starting in Magic Kingdom, Seven Dwarfs Mine Train had the longest average wait time this week with 63 minutes! Hold on tight! Next, we had Splash Mountain at 52 minutes, Space Mountain at 44 minutes, Jungle Cruise at 43 minutes, Peter Pan’s Flight at 40 minutes, Haunted Mansion at 32 minutes, and Astro Orbiter at 30 minutes. The Jungle Cruise ride In the 20s range, we had Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at 28 minutes, Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh at 26 minutes, Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin also at 26 minutes, and Pirates of the Caribbean at 20 minutes. Ready to Help Buzz? Rides with average wait times in the teens included Under the Sea – Journey of the Little Mermaid at 18 minutes, “its a small world” at 18 minutes, Dumbo the Flying Elephant at 14 minutes, Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover at 14 minutes, and Liberty Square Riverboat at 13 minutes. Let’s go under the sea! After that we had Tomorrowland Speedway at 12 minutes, Mickey’s PhilharMagic at 12 minutes, Barnstormer featuring the Great Goofini at 12 minutes, Magic Carpets of Aladdin at 11 minutes, and Mad Tea Party at 10 minutes. ©Disney || New Coco Scene Coming to Philharmagic Looking for rides with an average wait time of less than 10 minutes? This past week there were quite a few that fell into this category. Let’s go in the tiki tiki tiki tiki tiki room! We had Prince Charming Regal Carrousel at 9 minutes, Country Bear Jamboree at 4 minutes, Tom Sawyer Island at 4 minutes, Carousel of Progress at 3 minutes, Enchanted Tiki Room at 0 minutes, and Swiss Family Robinson Treehouse at 0 minutes. EPCOT Moving on to EPCOT, Test Track had the longest average wait time at 69 minutes! Feel the burn from trying to sit up straight! After that, we had Frozen Ever After at 48 minutes, Soarin’ at 38 minutes, Gran Fiesta Tour at 27 minutes, and Mission: SPACE at 24 minutes. Showstopper! Rides with even shorter wait times included Spaceship Earth at 16 minutes, The Seas with Nemo and Friends at 15 minutes, Journey into Imagination at 13 minutes, and Living with the Land at 9 minutes. Fish really are great friends! The theater shows in EPCOT all had zero waits yet again this past week! These included: American Adventure, Awesome Planet, Beauty and the Beast Sing-Along, Disney and Pixar Short Film Festival, Impressions de France, and Reflections of China! Hollywood Studios Over in Hollywood Studios, we saw Slinky Dog Dash had the highest average wait time this week at a whopping 81 minutes. Slinky Dog Dash After that we had Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster featuring Aerosmith at 55 minutes, Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run at 55 minutes, Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway at 50 minutes, Toy Story Mania at 44 minutes, and Tower of Terror at 42 minutes. Are you ready to rock n roll?! Following that was Alien Swirling Saucers at 28 minutes, Star Tours – The Adventures Continue at 17 minutes, Walt Disney Presents at 13 minutes, Muppet*Vision 3D at 12 minutes, and Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy at 11 minutes. Animal Kingdom Last but not least, in Animal Kingdom, Avatar Flight of Passage had the longest average wait time of ANY ride in Disney World this week at 86 minutes. Flight of Passage in Disney’s Animal Kingdom Following that was Na’vi River Journey at 42 minutes, Kilimanjaro Safaris at 33 minutes, and Kali River Rapids at 31 minutes. Lions in Animal Kingdom If you wanted to see Disco Yeti this week, Expedition Everest‘s average wait time was at 29 minutes. Everest! Looking for rides with wait times under 25 minutes? This week we had DINOSAUR at 18 minutes, It’s Tough to Be a Bug at 11 minutes, Triceratop Spin at 6 minutes, and Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail at 0 minutes. Helllllo there! Those were all of the average wait times in Disney World this past week, folks! Some of the ride times went up significantly from last week! We’ll be here to keep an eye on the wait times every week for ya, so stay tuned to DFB! Click here to see the crowds in Disney World for the return of fireworks! 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 ride that almost always has a low wait time is your favorite? Let us know in the comments! The post Would You Wait 86 Minutes to Ride This Disney World Ride? first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s the beginning of the month, and you know what that means… . S’more Cupcakes from Sprinkles Well, first it means a lot of NEW snacks at Disney World, including 4th of July cupcakes and a patriotic funnel cake! We’ve also recently discovered some new drinks, including a Patriotic Colava. BUT it also means that Sprinkles has just announced its new limited-time flavors for the month! And that means the return of the S’more Cupcake! It’s a Belgian dark chocolate cake lined with a graham cracker crust, filled with bittersweet chocolate ganache, and topped with toasted marshmallow frosting. But it’s only available now through July 11th, so grab one while you can! ©Sprinkles If you’re feeling patriotic, though, you can grab the Patriotic Red Velvet Cupcake, which is a twist on the classic red velvet cupcake. It’s made with southern-style light chocolate cake, topped with cream cheese frosting and Patriotic Star Sprinkles. It’s only available through July 5th! ©Sprinkles You’ll be able to nab the boozy Watermelon Mojito Cupcake from July 5th through July 11th. It’s a watermelon cake topped with rum and mint-infused Mojito frosting. Oh, yeah! ©Sprinkles Sprinkles is baking up the Caramel Chocolate Chip Cupcake from July 12th through 25th. This is made with a dark chocolate chip studded caramel cake topped with caramel frosting, drizzled with chocolate ganache, and finished with fleur de sel and a chocolate caramel Hershey’s Kiss. ©Sprinkles Finally, the Cookie Cupcake will return on July 26th through August 8th. This cookie-meets-cupcake is a chocolate chip studded yellow cake lined with a cookie crust, topped with brown sugar frosting, and dusted with cookie crumbles. ©Sprinkles Remember, these cupcakes are only available for a limited time, and once they’re gone, they’re gone until Sprinkles decides to bring them back. You can pick them up at the Sprinkles locations in both Disney World and Disneyland! And we’ll keep you updated on any other new offerings the month of July brings! 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 Sprinkles cupcake flavor? Let us know in the comments! The post Cupcake Alert! NEW Limited-Time Flavors Are Headed To Disney World and Disneyland! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Hello from Disney World! WHAT a month, right? Casey’s Corner has reopened!!! We’ve been trying to keep up with all the latest 50th-anniversary news, while also tracking all the fun snacks that keep popping up all over the parks, resorts, and at Disney Springs. And last month saw some exciting restaurant reopening news and menus, as well as saw the return of some favorite snacks! Let’s take a look at alllllllll of the menu changes that were announced or made in June. Disney’s Animal Kingdom Tusker House Restaurant Tusker House has officially reopened! And we got a peek at the family-style menu right before the big day. Breakfast costs $42 per adult and $27 per child. ©Disney Guests have choices that include a Pastries Basket with Safari Bread, Multigrain Croissants, and Cornbread, all served with Whipped Butter, Nutella, and Strawberry Preserves. There is also Fresh Fruit with Honey Yogurt Sauce. ©Disney There’s a Breakfast Platter which includes Potatoes, Scrambled Eggs, Mickey and Simba-Shaped Waffles, Bacon, Sausage, and Durban Chicken-Egg Curry with Jasmine Rice. Lunch and dinner is also a family-style meal priced at $55 per adult and $42 per child. ©Disney Starters include House-Made Breads (served with Hummus, and Coriander, and Mango Chutney), as well as African-inspired salads (featuring Kachumbari and Arcadian Green Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette Dressing). ©Disney Entrees include Moroccan Spiced Beef, Spit-Roasted Herb Chicken, Cape Malay Green Curry Shrimp, and Berber Marinated Pork. A variety of sides are also available. ©Disney Desserts will feature Animal-inspired Mini Desserts. Drinks including an assortment of mocktails and cocktails, along with beers, hard seltzers, ciders, etc. Read Our Review for Tusker House’s Breakfast Eight Spoon Cafe We noticed that hours were posted for Eight Spoon Cafe, so we showed up and got to enjoy its reopening, too! We enjoyed some of that wonderful Baked Macaroni and Cheese along with the Baked Macaroni and Cheese with Pulled Pork. We’re happy that both are still on the menu. Pulled Pork Mac and Cheese There’s something new on the menu, too — a Pulled Pork – Jelly Donut Sandwich. We’ve had this before back in 2019 with Animal Kingdom’s Tasting Sampler at The Smiling Crocodile. It’s a Pulled Pork-stuffed Jelly Donut with Slaw for $6.99. We tried it again, and you know what? We kinda’ liked it! Read Our Full Review of Eight Spoon Cafe Magic Kingdom Spring Roll Cart Buffalo Chicken Spring Rolls are back on the menu at the Spring Roll Cart in Adventureland! They’re served with a side of Buttermilk Ranch dressing. These are a solid snack! Two of these babies are $9.50. These are loaded with chicken and have a great buffalo flavor. Read Our Full Review of the Buffalo Chicken Spring Rolls Here Jungle Navigation Co., Ltd. Skipper Canteen Be sure to check out the new beverages at Skipper Canteen. You can now get Seagram’s Gingerale and Vitaminwater Açai Blueberry Pomegranate as a Fountain Beverage. Skipper Canteen There’s also a new wine on tap here: Altos Las Hormigas Malbec, Argentina for $13 per glass. Read Our Most Recent Review of Skipper Canteen Casey’s Corner We started seeing signs that Casey’s Corner would reopen, and eventually, we had a reopening date — June 30th! And we were there, enjoying our favorite hot dogs at Disney World! NO drapes! And a NEW menu was posted, too! But don’t fret — because the Corn Dug Nuggets are back! Corn Dog Nuggets But there were some changes to the menu: REMOVED: Mickey Celebration Sipper has been removed from the menu REMOVED: Bacon Macaroni & Cheese All-Beef Hot Dog REMOVED: Bacon Macaroni & Cheese French Fries ADDED: All-Beef Foot-long Hot Dog Bacon Mac and Cheese Fries at Casey’s Corner Main Entree Items are now served with choice of fries or a Cuties Mandarin (used to be Apple Slices) All-Beef Hot Dog has decreased from $9.99 to $9.49 ADDED: 3-Pack of Cuties Mandarins (3 pack) for $4.19 Assorted Fountain Beverages only come in one size now and are priced at $4.49 ADDED: Freshly Brewed Joffrey’s Coffee is now the regular coffee See Photos From Casey’s Corner’s Reopening Golden Oak Outpost After reopening, Golden Oak Outpost was closed and its space was used as a relaxation station. But now that the relaxation stations are gone, it looks like it might potentially reopen soon, with an updated menu. Disney World hasn’t added any hours for this location yet, but here are the menu changes: Chicken Breast Nuggets replaced with Chicken Strips Chili Cheese Waffle Fries are now just Chili Cheese Fries REMOVED: Loaded Onion Rings, Loaded Waffle Fries, and Chili Cheese Onion Rings Minute Maid Premium Lemonade and Sweet Tea Slushy increased from $5.49 to $5.99 Loaded Onion Rings at Golden Oak Outpost We’re continuing to keep an eye on hours here, and if any pop up, we’ll let you know! Here’s A Previous Review We Did of Golden Oak Outpost EPCOT Chefs de France Chefs de France has seen quite a few price hikes! Twelve menu items –including the Boeuf Bourguignon, Escargot, and Crème Brûlée — got a price increase here. Chefs de France Meanwhile, the Prix Fixe cost has gone up by $2 and a lot of wines are more expensive now, too. Read More About These Price Increases Here! L’Artisan des Glaces The entire France Pavilion at EPCOT just got a little more expensive, though. We’ve seen several price increases at many of the spots here, including our favorite ice cream joint, L’Artisan des Glaces. Here’s what’s changed! Single Scoop of Ice Cream or Sorbet (which you can get in a waffle cone or cup) increased from $4.69 to $5.75 Double Scoop of Ice Cream or Sorbet increased from $7.04 to $7.95 Macaron Ice Cream Sandwiches increased from $4.69 to $7 (!!!) Raspberry Macaron Ice Cream Sandwich Croque Glacé increased from $7.04 to $9.50 Cafe Glacé increased from $7.04 to $8.50 Coupe du Dimanche increased from $8.45 to $9.95 Ice Cream Martini increased from $11.97 to $13.95 Read More About These Price Increases Crêpes de Chefs de France The price of crêpes in France also went up. Here’s what these snacks will cost you now: Crêpe with Butter and Sugar, Crêpe with Chocolate, and Crêpe with Strawberry Preserve increased from $5 to $5.75 Crêpe with Ice Cream increased from $6 to $6.50 Crêpe with Homemade Hazelnut and Chocolate Spread increased from $7 to $7.50 Assorted Cold Drinks increased from $3.25 to $3.95 Cafe Espresso increased from $3.50 to $3.75 Cafe Cappuccino increased from $4.25 to $4.50 France Pavilion There was one small price decrease, though: the cost of Soft Serve Ice Cream decreased from $6 to $5.95. Read Our Review of the Pride Crepes at AristoCrepes Les Vins de Chefs de France You’ll also pay more for wine in the France Pavilion: Regular Wines (Merlot, Chardonnay, and Cabernet) increased from $7 to $7.50 Regional Wines (Beaujolais Duboeuf, Vouvray Sauvion, and Rosé Côtes de Provence) increased from $8.75 to $9.75 Pouilly-Fuissé increased from $$15 to $18 Wines at Les Vins de Chefs France just got a bit more expensive. Read About A NEW Wine Experience Coming to Wine Bar George Via Napoli In Italy, Via Napoli has a few new menu items: NEW Starter: Tagliere (serves 2) — Chef’s Selection of Cured Meats, Cheeses, Jam, Olives, Grapes and Grissini Bread for $38 NEW Entree: Branzino — Mediterranean Sea Bass, Mint Pesto, Sautéed Green Beans, and Cherry Tomatoes for $35 Via Napoli We’ll let you know when we try these out! Read Our Latest Review of Via Napoli Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort Siestas Cantina The Firecracker Shrimp is back at Siestas Cantina! Firecracker Shrimp This is Lightly Dusted Shrimp Deep Fried and Tossed in a Spicy Boom Boom Sauce for $14. Read Our Full Review of the Firecracker Shrimp Maya Grill Maya Grill reopened on June 24th and we’ve got the menu updates! Please note that only dinner is served here right now. Chicken enchiladas with fried plantains There have been some minor changes to the menu since the restaurant’s closure last year: Shrimp Mojo has replaced Tempura Rock Shrimp Empanadas are now topped with Spicy Ranchero instead of Chipotle REMOVED: Queso Fundido NEW: Traditional Taco Salad, Fiesta Salad, and Ensalada Caesar Salad. ©Disney There are a few changes, too: NEW: Plant-based Chicken Enchiladas NEW: Bacon Cheddar Burger NEW: Monterey Chicken Sandwich Rib-Eye is now served in taco form instead of hand-cut. ©Disney Sides available include Chipotle Brussel Sprouts, Roasted Poblano Potatoes Gratin, and Yucca Fries (with a price decrease) — but you can also now get Plantain Rice, Seasoned French Fries, or Fried Plantains! Dessert still includes the Sorbet, but Churros are also now available. Missing, though, is the Ancho Creme Brûlée. ©Disney There’s also a HUGE selection of beverages, including specialty drinks, beer, wine, cocktails, and — of course — tequila! Read Our Review of the Reopened Maya Grill Disney’s Contemporary Resort Contemporary Grounds We also saw some price increases on Joffrey’s Coffee, including at Contemporary Grounds: Organic Café Femenino Coffee increased from $3.49 to $3.69 Double Espresso increased from $3.59 to $3.79 Cappuccino, Cafe Latte, and Chai Latte increased from $5.09 to $5.39 Vanilla Latte increased from $5.69 to $6.09 Hot Chocolate increased from $3.99 to $4.19 Contemporary Grounds Hot Tea increased from $3.49 to $3.69 Peach Iced Tea increased from $4.19 to $4.49 Frozen Kona Mocha increased from $5.69 to $6.09 Nitro Cold Brew increased from $4.99 to $5.39 Kahlua Tini increased from $11.99 to $12.99 Joffrey’s Coffee Adds Mobile Order Option in Disney World — Get Details Here Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort ‘Ohana In case you missed the news, ‘Ohana is reopening on July 9th! And ahead of that reopening, we’ve seen the new menus, including breakfast. Meals here will be served family-style, with breakfast starters of Seasonal Fruit as well as Pineapple-Coconut Breakfast Bread! (This is the same breakfast menu as pre-closure.) Pineapple Coconut Bread. YUM. The Breakfast Skillet is back and includes Hua Paka (Scrambled Eggs), Uala Kahiki (Fried Potatoes), Biscuits, Pua’a (Pork Breakfast Sausage Links and Hawaiian-style Ham topped with Pineapple Compote), and Mickey Waffles. Breakfast Skillet at ‘Ohana A Plant-based Breakfast Skillet is also available. This includes “Eggs,” Uala Kahiki (Fried Potatoes), Cinnamon-Sugar Donut, “Sausage,” and allergy-friendly Mickey Waffles. For specialty drinks, guests can choose from coffee, as well as character-inspired smoothies. ©Disney There are also some alcoholic options, including Mimosa-Your-Way and the Lapu Lapu. ©Disney Breakfast is $15 to $34.99 per adult. Dinner at ‘Ohana is also the same as it was pre-closure. It includes some favorite appetizers, like the Honey-Coriander Chicken Wings and Pork Dumplings Tossed in Garlic-Ginger Sauce, as well as all those amazing meats for Entrees and — of course — the Bread Pudding. ©Disney And don’t worry, the Lo Mein Noodles tossed in Teriyaki Sauce will return. We love you, Noodles We also got a look at the dinner drink menu, and it includes Signature Cocktails like the Backscratcher and the Polynesian Mai Tai… ©Disney …the Magical Star Cocktail and Bahama Mama… ©Disney …and some fun mocktails! ©Disney There’s also a selection of beer… ©Disney …and wine! ©Disney We’ll be at ‘Ohana’s reopening on July 9th, so mark your calendars! Click Here For An Update On The ‘Ohana Noodles Disney Springs Vivoli il Gelato One of our favorite sorbet flavors has returned to Vivoli il Gelato — Pineapple! And it’s available now — so if you’ve got a craving, head on over to Disney Springs! We’re super excited to go pick some up ourselves! Read More About The Return of Pineapple Sorbet Joffrey’s at The Landing This Joffrey’s is also now a little more expensive. Here’s what we’ve seen: Organic Café Femenino Coffee increased from $3.49 to $3.69 Double Espresso increased from $3.59 to $3.79 Cappuccino, Cafe Latte, and Chai Latte increased from $5.09 to $5.39 Vanilla Latte increased from $5.69 to $6.09 Hot Chocolate increased from $3.99 to $4.19 Nitro Cold Brew increased from $4.99 to $5.39 Nitro Cold Brew Shakin’ Jamaican Cold Brew increased from $4.99 to $5.39 Loose-Leaf Teas increased from $3.49 to $3.69 Peach Iced Tea increased from $4.19 to $4.49 Tea Latte increased from $5.09 to $6.06 Frozen Drinks increased from $5.69 to $6.09 Signature Cocktails increased from $11.99 to $12.99 Read Our Review of the Nitro Cold Brew Joffrey’s Handcrafted Smoothies Drinks at this Joffrey’s have also seen price increases: Smoothies increased from $6.19 to $7.39 Organic Café Femenino Coffee increased from $3.49 to $3.69 Hot Chocolate increased from $3.99 to $4.19 Hot Tea increased from $3.49 to $3.69 Joffrey’s Irish Whiskey Tea Shakin’ Jamaican Cold Brew increased from $4.99 to $5.39 Peach Iced Tea increased from $4.19 to $4.49 Frozen Kona Mocha increased from $5.69 to $6.09 Nitro Cold Brew increased from $4.99 to $5.39 Spirited Beverages increased from $11.99 to $12.99 Here’s Everywhere You Can Find FREE Water in Disney World Splitsville Luxury Lanes Some sushi plates have gone up in price at Splitsville: The Kingpin increased from $38 to $45 Tropical Delight increased from $48 to $55 The Rolls Royce increased from $68 to $75 Splitsville And some frozen drinks went up, too: Frozen Flight increased from $16 to $20 Bamboo Flight increased from $18 to $22 The Tsunami increased from $24 to $28 Read Our Review of the New Bar at Splitsville! Coca-Cola Store Rooftop Beverage Bar The Coca-Cola Store Rooftop Beverage Bar is now serving Costa Coffee. That includes the following: Cold Brew — Costa Cold Brew and Cream for $6 Cold Brew Caramel Float — Costa Cold Brew, Ice Cream, Caramel and Whipped Cream for $10 Cold Brew and Coffee Liqueur — Cold Brew and Coffee Liqueur for $13 Cold Brew Caramel Float — Cold Brew, Coffee Liqueur, Ice Cream, Caramel and Whipped Cream for $15 Perfect Harmony Cocktail We bet you didn’t even know you could get coffee at the Coca-Cola bar! But now you know! Read Our Review of The Latest Drink We Had Here Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar The Bacon of Doom is back! This is Thick-cut Applewood-smoked Bacon dipped in The Ganachery’s Milk Chocolate and Chipotle Ganache served with your choice of a shareable smoked cocktail for $32. And the addition of the cocktail is new! Look at all that smoke! The cocktail choice includes Trusty Revolver: Bulleit Rye Whiskey, Tipplers Orange Liqueur, and Luxardo Cherries. Smoked and served with an Ice Sphere OR Snake Bite Margarita: Herradura Reposado Tequila, Ancho Reyes Chile Liqueur, and Tipplers Orange Liqueur, with Sweet-and-Sour, and Lime Juice. Smoked and served with an Ice Sphere. Hurry, though — this is only available through September 6th. Learn more about the Bacon of Doom review here We told you there were a lot of updates in June, but stay tuned because we’ll keep covering all the reopenings and menu changes 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. Which Disney World restaurant are you most excited about reopening? Let us know in the comments! The post ALL The Disney World Restaurant Menus Updates from June (And We Mean, ALL) 😳 first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

With Fourth of July just around the corner, red, white, and blue treats are everywhere at Disney World! From donuts to funnel cakes, it seems everyone is getting ready to celebrate America’s birthday! Look at that Funnel Cake! With all these holiday treats, it’s no surprise that Rainforest Café is getting in on the fun! Rainforest Café has announced two new Fourth of July treats! First, they’ll be serving up an Independence Day Cocktail featuring Tropics Strawberry Purée, classic frozen margarita & Dekuyper Blue Curacao Liqueur! This drink will only be available on July 4th at the Disney Springs Rainforest Café for $12! The Independence Day Drink Feature © Rainforest Café If you’re not feeling a cocktail, how about some cake? Rainforest Café will be serving up a special version of their famous Volcano Cake, The Red, White, & Blue Volcano served with vanilla ice cream, strawberry whipped topping, creamy whipped topping, fresh blueberries, raspberry and chocolate sauces, topped with candy stars. This cake is available at the Rainforest Café from July 2nd to July 5th! The Red, White, & Blue Volcano Cake! © Rainforest Café These treats are just the tip of the iceberg! There a TON of Fourth of July treats in Disney World this week and we’re on the hunt for all of them! We’re always keeping up with the latest Disney news, so stay tuned here for more! Click here to read more about Everglazed’s Fourth of July Donut! 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 Rainforest Café’s Fourth of July offerings? Let us know in the comments! The post An Iconic Dessert Got a COLORFUL Makeover in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

A LOT is going on at Disneyland, and things there have certainly been full speed ahead since the resort’s reopening. This is Halloween! We’ve seen the end of temperature checks, the end of mask requirements for guests in most situations, and the return of entertainment and fireworks. We were there when Avengers Campus opened and when the Disneyland Hotel reopened. And we’ll be there when some restaurants reopen soon, too! So we’re looking forward to more news about upcoming events at Disneyland, particularly about Halloweentime! Halloweentime is HUGE at Disneyland, and it usually comes with a lot of cool and spooky activities and decor, along with A Nightmare Before Christmas overlay on the Haunted Mansion. Haunted Mansion Holiday But one question remaining on everyone’s mind is this — will Haunted Mansion Holiday happen at Disneyland this year? Well, we don’t have an answer for that yet (Disney hasn’t released any details), but we have seen a sign that it may be returning this year! The Disneyland App currently has the Haunted Mansion closed for a refurbishment on August 16th. ©Disney And that refurbishment is scheduled to last until September 2nd. ©Disney So what does this mean? Well, the only thing we know FOR SURE is that it means that Haunted Mansion will be closed during those dates. But those are traditionally the dates when Disneyland closes the attraction to add the details for the Haunted Mansion Holiday overlay. So although Disneyland has not confirmed the return of Haunted Mansion Holiday, this seems like a good indication it might happen this year! Until Disneyland makes an official announcement, though, we’ll take this with a grain of salt (and hope). But if that changes, we’ll be sure to let you know! Upgrade Your Kitchen With These Haunted Mansion Items! 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 think this means Haunted Mansion Holiday will return this year? Let us know in the comments! The post Will Haunted Mansion Holiday Return to Disneyland? Here's What We Know! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We have seen loads of new snacks this year for the Fourth of July, and there is nothing we love more than new snacks at Disney World, ESPECIALLY when they are themed for the holidays. Firecracker Cone at Disney’s Polynesian Resort We had to stop by the Contempo Cafe at Disney’s Contemporary Resort that is located RIGHT next to Magic Kingdom, to try the latest cupcake on their menu. They just listed the Fourth of July Cupcake on their menu and it is available now! This cupcake has a Red Velvet cake and is filled with cream cheese icing, and topped with buttercream and a chocolate Mickey Hat. There goes the monorail! Our reporter said this cupcake was simple but yummy! The buttercream on top was very sweet, so if you are not a fan of really sweet things, you may want to pass on this one. It seemed to overpower the entire cupcake! The Mickey topper was made of white chocolate and was hollow inside. Look at that Mickey! If you’re a fan of cream cheese frosting, you will enjoy this one. We wish we could taste it more, or that we had the same cream cheese frosting on top instead of the buttercream. The flavor of the cream cheese went very well with the cake (it is a classic cupcake flavor combo after all), and although it wasn’t overly rich, it was still flavorful. This cupcake was good, but nothing too special for the price. All of that delicious cream cheese! Overall this one is simple yet satisfying. Since this one is themed after the Fourth of July, it will likely not be around for long. If you want to give it a try, be sure to head over to the Contemporary Resort and pick one up for $5.99! If Fourth of July Treats are your Thing Check out This New Drink at Starbucks Only Available This Weekend! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What is your favorite cupcake in Disney World? Let us know in the comments below!The post REVIEW: Is The Latest Disney World Cupcake Worth Getting? 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 like us, you’ve been TOTALLY into the new Loki show on Disney+. Loki Billboard Between trying new Loki-themed treats and checking out the latest teasers and trailers, we still have time to pine over some Loki merchandise too. Well, join us in apologizing to our wallets because we found some AWESOME Loki merchandise on Amazon! Loki Figurine First up, we’ve got one for the kiddos (ages 4 and up anyway), check out this Loki Figurine! The pieces are rearrangeable so you can pose Loki how you like! ©Amazon We especially like that he’s sporting his Time Variance Authority uniform. Snag him for $19.99! Click here to buy the Loki Figurine! TVA Shirt Speaking of the TVA, if you feel like repping the ridiculous bureaucrats of the Time Variance Authority, you can snag the TVA Shirt for $27.99. ©Amazon Just be warned, the back WILL tell everyone you’re a variant just like Loki. Subtle. Want to buy the TVA Shirt? Click here! Loki Pin Do you collect pins? Or perhaps you want a smaller trinket to show your love of the creative show? Consider picking up the Loki Pin! ©Amazon It could be yours for $10.95. To buy the Loki Pin, click here! Loungefly Loki Wallet LOUNGEFLY ALERT. Yes! There’s a very cool Loungefly wallet on Amazon and it’s inspired by your favorite trickster god (or goddess is Sylvie is more your style). ©Amazon Pick up the Loungefly Loki Wallet for $40. Click here to buy the Loungefly Loki Wallet! Loki PopSocket Just because Loki is the God of Mischief doesn’t mean he can’t help you keep track of things. The handy-dandy Loki Popsocket is a good way to make sure your phone stays in your hand instead of on the ground. ©Amazon Plus…Loki’s cool. Who wouldn’t want him on their phone? This one is $14.99! Want to buy the Loki PopSocket? Click here! Loki Posters Set Next up, we’ve got a whole Loki Posters SET. Yep, you can snag a poster that features characters like Mobius and Hunter B-15 alongside Loki, one that has President Loki, and one with Loki in his TVA prisoner garb. ©Amazon This set will run you $14.95. That’s a small price to pay to have three posters of a guy so burdened with glorious purpose. To buy the Loki Posters Set, click here! Loki Necklace Spice up an outfit with a cool Loki accessory to show your fandom off. For $39.99, you can have the Loki Necklace. ©Amazon Man, Loki really does have a stylin’ helm. Click here to buy the Loki Necklace! Loki Whiskey Glasses And finally, we’ve got the PERFECT pieces to add to your Marvel-themed bar — or just to casually sip out of whenever you want a particularly fun drink. Take a look at the Loki Whiskey Glasses! ©Amazon This set of two glasses is $24.99. Want to buy the Loki Whiskey Glasses? Click here! You can find all of this neat Loki merchandise on Amazon right now! As always, stay tuned to DFB for the latest Disney merchandise updates and MORE! To see what’s coming in ‘Loki,’ click 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. Which Loki merch is your favorite? Tell us in the comments! The post The Best 'Loki' Merchandise We Found on Amazon! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

There is NOTHING like walking down Main Street, U.S.A. holding a nice cold Starbucks drink in your hand to cool you down from the hot Florida sun. There is NOTHING wrong with this. One Starbucks in particular that holds a special place in our hearts is the Starbucks at Disney Springs West Side. This Starbucks location not only offers all of our favorite drinks we normally order, but they also make specialized limited-time creations for guests to enjoy. This weekend, in particular, they have a very special treat for everyone! The Starbucks West Side Cafe is offering a “Berry Patriotic” beverage to enjoy that is a 4th of July spin on one of their refreshers. It is a Strawberry Acai refresher with lemonade and blueberries. This drink will be available this weekend only. Be sure to head on over to Disney Springs if you are wanting to try one! If you miss out on this special limited-time drink do NOT fret. Starbucks West Side Cafe has a myriad of special local creations that they are regularly releasing and rotating based on different holidays and times of the year. What new drinks do we have today?! While you are here try creating a tradition to get a new local special every time you visit! If it is available when you visit, be sure to try the “Robert Brownie Jr.“ next time you find yourself here (Chocolate lovers we are looking at you). Don’t forget to show your barista some love when you pick up your drink! If 4th of July Treats are Your Thing, Check Out This Donut from Everglazed Donuts in Disney Springs! 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 has been your favorite local creation at Starbucks West Side Cafe? Let us know in the comments below!The post A New Drink at Starbucks in Disney World? Yes, Please! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

One thing that has been synonymous with our celebration of America over the years has been The Muppets and their over-the-top celebrations. The Big Finish!! While it may not be as long as a “glorious three-hour finale” by Sam Eagle, we cannot wait to see what our favorite green friend has in store for us when he performs on PBS. Walt Disney Imagineering posted on Instagram today that PBS is airing a 4th of July special titled “A Capitol Fourth”, that is featuring performances by Kermit the Frog and other tributes from around the country. If you are a fan of fun and all things Muppets, be sure to tune in to PBS at 8PM/7PM CT to catch this patriotic special and have a nice background to your firework celebration this year! There Is a New Muppets + Haunted Mansion Show Coming to Disney+ and You NEED To See This! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What is your favorite 4th of July tradition that you have every year? Let us know in the comments below!The post Kermit The Frog Performing at the Capitol? We’ve Gotta See This! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

When you’re visiting Disney World, you’re bound to run into a construction project or two. That’s why we keep you up to date with the latest progress here at DFB! Cinderella Castle And, this week, we spotted a lot of progress on a major upcoming attraction in Magic Kingdom, more painting both inside and outside of the parks, and even saw one construction project wrap up in EPCOT. So, let’s take a look! Magic Kingdom TRON: Lightcycle Run Earlier this year, we could spot very little progress being made on Disney’s upcoming roller coaster, TRON: Lightcycle Run (which will be partially indoors and outdoors) in Magic Kingdom. But, recently we’ve seen a lot of work being done on the exterior! Last week, we started to see some blue netting going up on the canopy, and we saw more this week! More netting going up early this week The blue area slowly expanded, and, by the end of the week, one of the canopies was almost completely covered. One of the canopies was almost entirely covered by the end of the week! If that’s not enough to convince you that some progress is being made, we even noticed that the GIANT crane that has been in the construction area for almost as long as we can remember is starting to come down. TRON Construction We still don’t have an opening date for the ride from Disney, but we may be getting closer! Tomorrowland Disney has also been repaving some of the concrete floor areas in Tomorrowland, and we noticed that another portion of the bridge was blocked off this week. Tomorrowland repaving Luckily, there was still plenty of room to move around. Be Our Guest Restaurant Back in New Fantasyland, the Beast’s castle has received a fresh coat of paint above Be Our Guest Restaurant. The change isn’t too noticeable, but it does give it a bit more of a colorful boost! Getting some repainting done! This is one of many locations we’ve been repainted recently in Disney World as they prepare for the 50th Anniversary celebrations. Big Top Souvenirs Another big change in Magic Kingdom was over at Big Top Souvenirs. The merchandise (and snack) location has been closed on and off throughout the year,and it doesn’t look like it will be opening soon as the Big Top Souvenirs sign has been removed from the main entrance. Big Top sign missing! As a reminder, here’s what used to be there. What used to be there! The shop has gotten a few upgrades recently (including new flooring), so we’re anticipating that this is just another update before Disney officially reopens it for guests. Though, for now, Disney has not shared when that could be. Splash Mountain Earlier this year, Disney announced that Splash Mountain would be re-themed to the movie Princess and the Frog, but we hadn’t seen much movement on the project. However, this week, a VERY large barricade arrived in the area just before the bridge that guests cross to enter the queue. What’s going on here? It could be related to the refurbishment coming to the attraction, or it could be something entirely different. For now, it’s just a mystery and we’ll be keeping an eye out for any updates! Transportation and Ticketing Center Just outside of Magic Kingdom, we’ve also been keeping track of the repainting that Disney is doing at the Transportation and Ticketing Center. We’ve seen as water fountains and signs get an update, and it looks like there’s more work underway! Now, the purple paint in the waiting area leading up to the monorail platform is getting an update… New paint! …and the Resort Monorail sign is being painted to match the newly colored Express Monorail signage. Look at that new color scheme! The new colorway will match the theming for Disney World’s 50th Anniversary. EPCOT Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Over at EPCOT, there’s another new roller coaster coming — Guardian’s of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind! We’ve started to see more progress on the exterior of the building, and this week we found even more with additional grey paneling added to the roof. Guardians of the Galaxy Construction According to the concept art for the attraction, the building will have a grey color, so these may be the beginnings of the transformation. Guardians of the Galaxy attraction Concept Art ©Disney Of course, there’s still quite a bit of work to be done before we can officially ride through space with the Marvel characters and the opening date remains TBD. Italy Pavilion And, more work is also being done around World Showcase! When we stopped by the Italy Pavilion, we noticed that the fountain (which is reminiscent of King Triton), was turned off and drained. Where’s the water? We see fountains drained around Disney World from time to time, but it normally isn’t too long before they’re back in action. Morocco Pavilion We also got to see one construction project completed at EPCOT over in the Morocco Pavilion! The bathrooms had been closed off for some time now, but they have reopened with a NEW look! Now, you can find additional details on the stall doors… New door details …and there’s new decorative tile above the sinks. Tiling above the sinks Other areas in the Morocco Pavilion remain closed off, but it was exciting to see one project come to a close (especially because it means less walking when you need to use the restroom!). Canada Pavilion And, we’re starting to see some changes in the Canada Pavilion! Early in the week, the theater show, Canada Far & Wide closed with no showtimes listed between June 27th to August 3rd. And, now all of the signage for it has been removed… Where’s the sign? …or covered up. Covered up sign Keep in mind that the theater has been used as a Food & Wine Festival space in the past, so that may be the cause of the temporary closure with the festival starting on July 15th this year. And, that’s a wrap on this week’s construction updates in Disney World! Be sure to catch us back here next week with more things you need to know for your next vacation! Check Out ALL the Rides and Hotels That Are CLOSED in July in Disney World Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What construction project are you most excited to see completed in Disney World? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTOS: See the Progress on 10 (!!) Construction Projects in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Happy 4th of July weekend, DFB readers! Le Petit Cafe We’re spending the weekend at our happy place — yes, at Disney World. How’d you ever guess? And we’re busy checking out new drinks, new snacks, and seeing what kind of fun 4th of July merchandise we can find! We hopped on over to Disney’s Riviera Resort today to see if Le Petit Cafe had anything new on the menu. And while we were there, we spotted a new Mimosa called the Sunshine Mimosa. It’s a Mimosa made with the famous POG Juice instead of orange juice! This seems promising So we ordered it. And, well, we’re really not “the glass is half empty” kind of people, but um…this is literally what we got — a glass half empty of mimosa. Maybe it wouldn’t look so empty if the glass weren’t so tall. Where’s the rest of it? However, it tasted great. It was not light and not overly sweet. We did notice that it didn’t have a heavy POG Juice flavor, so if that was the selling point for you, you might want to skip. But if you’re looking for a nice (half) glass of bubbly with a flavor twist, you might find it quite lovely! Not heavy on the POG Juice And yes, that is a Mint Leaf stuck in there, almost as an afterthought. It didn’t affect the flavor, so it’s just a garnish thrown in there for good measure, we guess? Lone mint leaf So the Sunshine Mimosa is rather tasty and a nice refreshing way to add a little sunshine into a cloudy day (like we’ve been seeing in Florida). But is it worth $13 when you’re only getting half a mimosa? In our opinion, it’s not a great deal, but what do you think? We’re still trying out more treats and drinks at Disney World this weekend, so stay tuned for more reviews! Read Our Review Of A Cupcake That TOTALLY Thinks It’s Fall 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? Would you pay $13 for a glass half full of mimosa? Let us know in the comments! The post REVIEW: This New Disney World Drink Left Us Wanting More -- Literally! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Grab your sparklers, tube socks, and grilling gear! The 4th of July is tomorrow, and all over Disney World are exclusive snacks to enjoy. Funnel Cake With a View One place in particular that has featured some pretty cool exclusive snacks in the past is Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew in Disney Springs. Tomorrow they are bringing back a previously featured item to snag for the 4th, but if you want one make sure you hurry over cause it will only be around for one day! “The Sweet Salute Donut” was a patriotic treat that was previously featured during Memorial Day and was around for a limited time. Sweet Salute Donut While the first time around it was labeled as the “Sweet Salute Donut” donut, it is now labeled the “Stars and Stripes Donut”, and will only be available on the 4th of July. ©Everglazed If you want to get your hands on this treat to ring in the celebration for ‘Merica make sure you head over to Disney Springs tomorrow before they are gone. Thinking of Heading to Disney World In July? Take a Look at What There is To Do! 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 has been your favorite limited-time holiday treat at Disney World? Let us know in the comments below!The post A Festive Donut is Coming Back for ONE DAY at Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

A LOT of things have changed in Disney World over the past few weeks. There’s a new mask policy in place, self-serve condiments are starting to return, Casey’s Corner just reopened, and more things are already different in the Most Magical Place on Earth! Let’s Go to Disney World! But, if you’re heading to Disney World in July, even MORE things will be different. Fireworks will be returning, restaurants will be reopening, and lots of other things will be changing. So, to make sure that you’re prepared for your trip, today we’re breaking down the 7 things that will be different in Disney World in July! 1. Fireworks First up, FIREWORKS!! On July 1st, fireworks are returning to EPCOT and Magic Kingdom. At EPCOT, fans will get to enjoy the EPCOT Forever fireworks show. Over in Magic Kingdom, you’ll get to sing along to (and cry your eyes out to) Happily Ever After. EPCOT Forever Keep in mind that starting October 1st, both of these parks will have NEW fireworks shows. On October 1st, Harmonious will debut in EPCOT, and Disney Enchantment will debut in Magic Kingdom. Epcot Forever You can get a look at the fireworks showtimes for July by clicking here. And click here to see what the return of fireworks could mean for Disney World. Click here to see what Disney World fireworks shows have a return date and which do not. 2. Hotels Reopening Right now a number of Disney World hotels are open, but others have been closed since those pandemic closures over a year ago. In July, two more hotels join the “reopened” list. First, Disney’s BoardWalk Inn reopened on July 2nd. While Disney’s BoardWalk Villas (the Disney Vacation Club rooms at this hotel) have been open for quite some time, the hotel’s standard rooms will reopen on July 2nd. BoardWalk Inn On July 19th, Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort will reopen. Again, the Disney Vacation Club side of this hotel (Disney’s Polynesian Villas and Bungalows) has been open for a while, but now the hotel’s non-DVC rooms will reopen. Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort When the Polynesian reopens, guests will get to stay in the newly refurbished and re-themed Moana-inspired rooms! The front desk will also move back into the Great Ceremonial Hall, and more changes will be spotted throughout the resort. Keep in mind, however, that the Polynesian’s Monorail station is still closed and it will not reopen on the 19th. We’re on the lookout for updates about that. Click here to see the full list of reopening dates for all Disney World hotels. 3. Restaurants Reopening July will also bring with it LOTS of restaurant reopenings! At Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, ‘Ohana will be reopening on July 9th for breakfast (without characters) and dinner. Reservations for this spot are already available. We can’t wait to eat here soon! If you’re curious about what food you’ll be able to enjoy here, we’ve shared all of the details about the ‘Ohana breakfast menu, dinner menu (with a BIG noodles update!!), and ‘Ohana’s drink menu. Can’t make it to ‘Ohana? Click here for a printable recipe to make the ‘Ohana bread pudding at home! Also in July (on July 4th, specifically), Dino Diner will reopen in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Dino Diner Over in Magic Kingdom, the Plaza Ice Cream Parlor will reopen on July 7th! You can get a peek at the items this spot will be serving up once it reopens right here. Plaza Ice Cream Parlor July will also bring back some fancier dining experiences, like Citricos! Citricos, located in Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, will reopen on July 15th. This spot has been re-themed to feature decor inspired by Mary Poppins Returns. Citricos ©Disney The menu here has also been revamped and there will even be an exclusive wine pairing experience available for those looking to take their dinner to the next level. Reservations for Citricos open on July 1st. Click here to see more details about Citricos’ new menu! And finally, over at The Campsites at Disney’s Fort Wilderness, Trail’s End Restaurant will reopen for breakfast and dinner on July 17th. Both meals will be served family-style (as opposed to the buffet service that was previously available). ©Disney You can click here to see more details about the family-style reopening menu for Trail’s End. Fried chicken fans: be warned! It seems your favorite dish has been removed from the menu! Click here to see more about the ice cream sundae coming to Trail’s End (and where we may have seen it before)! 4. EPCOT Festivals July will be a little bittersweet when it comes to EPCOT Festivals. July 5th is the last day for the Taste of EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival. So, we’ll have to say goodbye to our favorites from this year’s Flower & Garden Festival for the time being. Hi, Mickey! But, just a few days later, the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival will begin! The Food & Wine Festival will run from July 15th through November 20th, 2021. So far, we’ve shared a look at the FULL list of food booths coming to the Festival, a list of booths that won’t open until much later in the year, a peek at the merchandise, and a break-down of the entertainment that will be available (including some live concerts). ©Disney Food and Wine booths are starting to pop up throughout EPCOT already. We’re working on providing you with all kinds of tips and tricks to make your trips to the festival a total success! Click here to see how to tackle the Festival with kids. Check out the ULTIMATE packing list for the Festival here. And click here to see 5 DFB videos you need to watch before you visit the Festival this year. Want even more Festival tips, tricks, and advice? Click here to check out our DFB Guide to the Food & Wine Festival — it’s got over 200 pages of info! 5. Flavors of Florida Event Want to go to ANOTHER food and wine (and shopping) event in Disney World? Well, starting July 6th you’ll be able to head over to Disney Springs for their special Flavors of Florida event. Flavors of Florida 2019 During this event, you’ll get to stop by all kinds of kiosks, restaurants, and stores to check out Florida-inspired eats, drinks, activities, and merchandise. Click here to read more about what food and other things will be available during the event! 6. Changes at Disney’s Contemporary Resort During July, you’ll also spot some big changes at Disney’s Contemporary Resort. While other restaurants around Disney World will be reopening, The Wave…of American Flavors at the Contemporary will actually be closing in July. Reservations are only available at this spot through July 15th. The Wave After that, The Wave will close and ultimately will be transformed into a “reimagined” dining experience in time for Disney World’s 50th Anniversary. Additionally, on July 16th, front desk and concierge services will be moving from the lobby area to the second floor as changes are made to the Contemporary’s lobby. The Contemporary’s rooms are being re-themed to the Incredibles — check out more details here! 7. Hotel Discounts And finally, some changes are coming to select hotel discounts in July that you should know about. First, Disney World recently announced a summer hotel discount for Annual Passholders and Florida Residents. While Passholders can already book this deal, Florida Residents will be able to book deals with this discount starting July 7th! Disney’s Art of Animation Resort Also, if you’re looking to score a room at the Disney Springs Resort Area Hotels at a discount this summer, you’ll want to book those fast! You’ll need to book your hotel by July 31st if you want to get it at a discount. Wyndham Garden Lake Buena Vista ©DisneySpringsHotels Be sure to look into these discounts to see if you can save big on your upcoming trips. Click here to see more about the Disney World hotel discount for Annual Passholders and Florida Residents. And that’s our round-up of some of the biggest changes that will be coming in Disney World in July. But, there are a few other things happening in July you should also show about. First, starting in July, Disney’s Magical Express will no longer be mailing confirmation collateral to guests and the check-in process will change slightly. Disney’s Magical Express Sign Second, while refurbishment is already underway at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa, Phase 2 of the refurbishment plan is set to begin in July. During Phase 2, the porte-cochere will be closed. And that’s it for now! Of course, more news and changes for July and beyond could be announced in the upcoming days, weeks, or months. We’ll be sure to keep an eye out for all of those updates and share them with you! Click here to get a FIRST LOOK at the reopened Casey’s Corner 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. Are you planning to visit Disney World in July? Tell us in the comments! The post 7 Things That Will Be Different in Disney World in July first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s 4th of July weekend at Disney World! One of our favorite pool bars! And lucky us — we got to celebrate with fireworks early this year when Happily Ever After and EPCOT Forever finally returned a few nights ago. And now, we’re munching on some 4th of July snacks, including a 4th of July Funnel Cake, a 4th of July Cupcake, and more! But now it’s time to indulge in some fun drinks! So we headed over to one of our favorite Disney World pool bars, The Drop Off Pool Bar at Disney’s Art of Animation. And we discovered TWO new drinks there — the Watermelon Margarita and the Patriotic Colava. NEW drinks! The Watermelon Margarita is Patron Silver Tequila, Monin Watermelon Syrup, Sour Mix, and Fresh Lime Juice topped with a Fresh Slice of Watermelon. And although it has “Watermelon” in its name, we only tasted a hint of it. There’s a Watermelon slice on our margarita! And honestly, we didn’t find anything too unique about this drink, as it tasted more like a regular Margarita. We were asked if we wanted a Salt Rim by the Cast Member, too (so know that’s an option). It’s a yummy drink, but not anything special. Looks like watermelon, tastes like a margarita. The Patriotic Colava is made with Bacardi Raspberry Rum blended with flavors of Coconut, Pineapple, and Raspberry Puree topped with a Floater of Bois Blue Curacao. And it looks VERY patriotic — it’s got a skewer with fruit on it PLUS a star and little gold streamers that look like sparklers! VERY patriotic We loved this one because it wasn’t too sugary and was a perfect combination of sweet and tart. And the raspberry flavor really comes through. This is what we might call the perfect summer drink for when it’s hot and sunny out (and, of course, just our luck, it’s not right now). It’s also an extremely photogenic drink! It’s so pretty! However, when we started munching on the fruit on the skewer, we were in for a surprise because that star is NOT edible. We thought it could be sugar or something. Nope, it’s not. We thought it was a little odd that it would be thrown on to the skewer with edible things, but whatever you do, DON’T eat the star. This star is NOT edible We’ve seen those little plastic swords in drinks (usually with fruit attached), but we’re not used to seeing little star-shaped pieces of wood in our drinks! If you want to try these drinks out for yourself, they’re available now for $14 each. And we’ll be trying out all the 4th of July snacks and drinks this weekend, so stay tuned for more reviews! Is the Lemon Blueberry Cookie Sandwich a Must-Buy in Disney World?! Find Out 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. Okay, so let us know — do you think that star looks edible? Let us know in the comments! The post REVIEW: There Was An Unwanted Surprise In Our Disney World Drink first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article