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We’ve talked about the upcoming 50th-anniversary celebration at Disney World, and all the new shows coming along with it. ©Disney We just noticed something new on the My Disney Experience app that gives us a tiny sneak peek into these new upcoming shows! As of today, the Disney Enchantment nighttime spectacular opening on October 1, 2021 is now listed on the My Disney Experience app. ©Disney We can also see photos and descriptions of this show as well! ©Disney Disney Enchantment also addresses the brand new immersive projection effects that will be part of the nighttime spectacular. ©Disney On My Disney Experience, you can also see the Disney Cavalcade showtimes. This is taking place daily at 10:40AM to 5:20PM. For a long time, these performances did not have set times, to avoid crowding. Yesterday, Disney announced a new Mickey and Friends cavalcade for the 50th as well. ©Disney We can also see the upcoming Happily Ever After fireworks show, returning on July 1st. ©Disney You can add it to your plans in the app for your next trip! ©Disney We can also view the new Disney KiteTails show opening in Disney’s Animal Kingdom on October 1st. ©Disney You can view the concept art as well as a detailed description of the new show! ©Disney Over in EPCOT, we can see the return of the EPCOT Forever fireworks show and the new Harmonious nighttime spectacular. ©Disney EPCOT Forever will return on July 1st… ©Disney …while Harmonious will make its EPCOT debut on October 1st. ©Disney If you want to read quite a bit about the new Harmonious show, the app will not leave you disappointed. ©Disney And that’s what we’ve found in the app so far! Seeing all of these new shows in the My Disney Experience app makes it feel even more real and exciting. Stay tuned to DFB for all your Disney World news and updates! Click here to read the guide to Walt Disney World’s 50th anniversary! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What upcoming show are you most excited about? Let us know in the comments! The post Nighttime Spectacular Show Information Re-Added to the My Disney Experience App! 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. Wait — 2001 was TWENTY YEARS AGO??! That means Disney Pixar’s Monsters, Inc. is officially 20 now! We can HEAR this photo. BoxLunch is hosting a 20% off site sale right now AND celebrating twenty years of screams with an exclusive brand new Monsters, Inc collection. If you love all things monsters, you need to see this. The Our Universe Pixar Monsters, Inc. Panel Women’s Crewneck is a BoxLunch exclusive and SO cute. It features all our favorite characters from 2001’s Monsters, Inc., including Mike, Sulley, Celia, Boo, Randall, and even Roz. ©BoxLunch This crewneck is currently on sale for $39.12. Click here to get the Our Universe Pixar Monsters, Inc. Panel Women’s Crewneck! Another BoxLunch exclusive is the Danielle Nicole Disney Pixar Monsters, Inc. Sushi Mini Backpack! This backpack features delicacies from none other than Harryhausen’s, including, um, eyeball sushi? With adjustable straps, a front pocket, and a main zip compartment, we may need to add it to the list of perfect park bags. ©BoxLunch You can find this mini backpack on sale for $55.92. Click here to grab your own Danielle Nicole Disney Pixar Monsters, Inc. Sushi Mini Backpack! If you collect pins, the adorable Loungefly Disney Pixar Monsters, Inc. Mike & Celia Enamel Pin Set is exclusive to BoxLunch. Collect these two pins with Mike and Celia’s favorite terms of endearment — Schmoopsie Poo and Googly Bear! ©BoxLunch This pin set is on sale for $10.32. Collect the Loungefly Disney Pixar Monsters, Inc. Mike & Celia Enamel Pin Set here! If you’re looking for a Boo-inspired t-shirt, Box Lunch has the exclusive Our Universe Disney Pixar Monsters, Inc. Floral Pocket T-Shirt. This pocket tee features Mike and Sulley peeking out from behind Boo’s door, with a floral design on the bottom. ©BoxLunch Add this t-shirt to your collection for $23.12. Buy the Our Universe Disney Pixar Monsters, Inc. Floral Pocket T-Shirt here! The Our Universe Disney Pixar Monsters, Inc. Logo Hoodie features the Monsters, Inc. company logo and colors! We love the mismatched sleeves. ©BoxLunch This hoodie is on sale for $43.92. Get your own Our Universe Disney Pixar Monsters, Inc. Logo Hoodie here! Most of the BoxLunch Monsters, Inc. collection is exclusive to BoxLunch and on sale right now, so don’t wait to order! Stay tuned to DFB for all your Disney merch news! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Will you be grabbing any of the BoxLunch Monster’s Inc. collection? Let us know in the comments! The post Celebrate the 20th Anniversary of 'Monsters, Inc.' With a New Merchandise Collection! 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. Mugs are yet another way to commemorate a trip to Disney, celebrate your favorite character, or build up your own collection of Disney merch! Beaches and Cream mugs! From Mickey Mouse to Beaches & Cream, anything and everything you love about Disney exists in mug form one way or another. Recently, Disney and Hot Topic teamed to release a new mug perfect for any collection! Hot Topic and Disney-Pixar have teamed up to come out with the Disney-Pixar’s Up Paradise Falls Icon Mug! The Disney-Pixar’s Up Paradise Falls Icon Mug ©Hot Topic The mug is ceramic and stackable, featuring iconic characters and objects from the film! The mug features Russell, Carl, the Grape Soda Badge, the Wilderness Explorers logo, and many other little details from Up! The Disney-Pixar’s Up Paradise Falls Icon Mug ©Hot Topic The mug is available online and in Hot Topic stores for $12.90! We think this is such a cute a fun mug! Click here to shop the new Up Paradise Falls Icon Mug We’re always on the lookout for new merch and hot finds! Stay tuned for more! Click here to read about 10 of the most unique Disney mugs! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What do you think of the new Up mug? Let us know in the comments! The post Adventure Is Out There -- Check Out This New Disney Mug Inspired By Up! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Since Disney World reopened last summer, pre-shows were removed from rides as a safety precaution. Where’s Hondo?! Since the reopening, many pre-shows have been unavailable. But as restrictions have been changing around Disney, we’ve started to see the return of some pre-shows! Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster featuring Aerosmith had the band back in the recording studio, Haunted Mansion’s room is stretching again, and Dinosaur saw the return of Dr. Seeker. And now, we found another awesome pre-show reopen in Disney’s Hollywood Studios and so is a missing animatronic! The pre-show for Millennium Falcon: Smuggler’s Run is BACK! Hi, Hondo! We get to hang out with Hondo Ohnaka again, one of the absolute best animatronics in all of Disney World. Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run Pre-Show Before, Hondo was just pushing buttons and saying hi to guests as they walked through the queue. But now, he’s back to give his whole speech about the ride and what he needs you to smuggle for him! Full pre-show room We were a little worried about Hondo, as he was completely missing from the ride last week, but we’re glad to see him back in action! What are we going to smuggle today? The return of the pre-show also means we got to see R5-P8 operating again as well as Chewbacca, our favorite Wookiee pal! We missed you, Chewie! We really enjoyed getting to see the Hondo and his friends again! We’ll keep you updated on any other pre-shows we see return around the parks, so stay tuned to DFB! Click here to see the return of another favorite Hollywood Studios pre-show! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you excited to see Hondo again? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTOS: A Missing Hollywood Studios Animatronic is BACK! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Scarlett Johansson will star in and produce movie based on Disney World ride Tower of Terror, according to a report by Collider.com. View the full article

We’ve already got a movie series inspired by Disney’s Pirates of the Caribbean ride. Later this year we’ll be getting a movie based on the Jungle Cruise attraction, and we’ve shared the news about a new Haunted Mansion movie that’s reportedly in the works. Hope the elevator works! But, now we’ve got information about a film based on Tower of Terror and the Marvel star who is reportedly set to produce and star in it! According to Collider, Black Widow herself, Scarlett Johansson will reportedly produce and star in a NEW Disney film centered around the Tower of Terror. As Collider shares, the ride was turned into a 1997 TV movie, but a new theatrical film has been in development since 2015. Black Widow ©Marvel Josh Cooley, who was the director of Toy Story 4 and worked on the screenplay for Inside Out, is reportedly writing the script for the new Tower of Terror film. Collider reports that Scarlett Johansson will produce the movie through her company, These Pictures, alongside Jonathan Lia. Tower of Terror Queue If you want to see Scarlett Johansson in a new film soon though, you’ll be able to check out Black Widow when that is released this summer in theaters and on Disney+ through premier access! ©Disney We’ll be sure to keep an eye out for more details on this potential Tower of Terror film and let you know of any updates we find! Click here to see a new trailer for Disney’s Jungle Cruise movie! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! What do you think about this news? Tell us in the comments! The post NEWS: Marvel Actor to Reportedly Star in and Produce New Tower of Terror Movie for Disney first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Fireworks are officially coming BACK to Disney World on July 1st! Happily Ever After Guests will get to enjoy Happily Ever After in Magic Kingdom and EPCOT Forever over in EPCOT, but to get into the parks and see these spectaculars, you’ll need a Park Pass! Park Passes for July 1st have been filling up quickly. But, if you’re an Annual Passholder and you haven’t gotten your Park Pass yet for July 1st, you’re in LUCK! A huge thanks to our reader Joe (@schreiberjoe on Instagram) for alerting us to this. Below is a look at what Park Pass availability for Annual Passholders looks like right now! While there’s limited Park Pass availability for July 3rd and 4th, there is now FULL availability for July 1st — the day fireworks return to the parks! ©Disney So, if you’re an Annual Passholder and you haven’t already gotten your Park Passes for July 1st (or you were hoping to change your existing selections) be sure to act fast! Park Pass availability can change very quickly, so you’ll definitely want to take advantage of this while it lasts. Click here to see what Park Pass availability is looking like for other guests in July. We’ll be sure to share any future Park Pass availability updates with you so stay tuned for more news! Click here to learn more about the NEW fireworks show that has been announced for Disney World’s 50th anniversary! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Will you be visiting Disney World on July 1st for the return of fireworks? Tell us in the comments! The post HURRY! More Park Passes Added for Annual Passholders for the Day Fireworks Return to Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World crowd levels have certainly changed over the past few months. Disney’s Hollywood Studios Entrance With changes to capacity limitations and the continued use of the Disney Park Pass theme park reservation system, we’ve been keeping a close eye on the number of people in the Disney World parks. Well, today we noticed a SURPRISING crowd level in Disney’s Hollywood Studios! We noticed a sizable volume of people pouring into Disney’s Hollywood Studios this morning, although we wouldn’t say it was a particularly higher level. At least, we wouldn’t say that at FIRST. Hollywood Studios Crowds We quickly noticed that wait times in the park were pretty high. As of 11:30AM, many wait times were sitting just under or above an hour long. Whew! ©Disney And the crowd levels became super apparent when we stepped into Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. WOW. These are some serious crowds! The congestion here stems from the fact that the Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run queue no longer stretches backstage, but it’s still shocking. If you’re still feeling apprehensive about being in crowded areas, this is something to keep in mind! Hollywood Studios Crowds We’ll continue to keep an eye on crowd levels in Disney World in the coming months especially as we head into summer and gear up for Disney World’s 50th Anniversary. As always, stay tuned to DFB for the latest updates! Click here to learn more about expected crowds this summer! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What do you think of the Hollywood Studios crowds? Tell us in the comments! The post PHOTOS: Take a Look at the MASSIVE Crowds in Disney's Hollywood Studios Today! 👀 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. There’s a new Disney+ show for all you Star Wars fans out there and we’ve spotted quite a few souvenirs that you can bring home if you’re loving the new series! The Bad Batch posters in Disney World We originally found new merchandise for The Bad Batch on Star Wars Day in Disney’s Hollywood Studios and now you can find the MagicBands, pins, and more all over the parks and online. But Disney isn’t done just yet — there are TWO new collectibles that you can find without even having to set foot in the parks! You’ve been able to find Funko Pop! figures featuring characters from the show on shopDisney for a little while, but now more characters are available! So, you can bring home the leader of the experimental unit Clone Force 99 with the Hunter Funko Pop! Vinyl Bobble-Head. ©Disney It costs $12.99. Buy the Hunter ‘Bad Batch’ Funko Pop Here! Or, you can get the Wrecker Funko Pop! Vinyl Bobble-Head! It’s got the character decked out in his armor uniform and ready to put his superhuman strength to the test. ©Disney And, it also costs $12.99. Buy the Wrecker ‘Bad Batch’ Funk Pop Here! The new Funko Pops join three other figures that are available on shopDisney, so head on over and complete your collection! And, if you haven’t been keeping up with the series, you can catch up on Disney+! Stay tuned for more Disney news and updates! Take a look at this Star Wars Souvenir That Came Back to Disney World! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What do you think of these new Bad Batch Funko Pops? Let us know in the comments below!The post TWO New 'Star Wars' Collectibles Are Now Available Online! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’ve seen some incredibly cute Disney bags from Petunia Pickle Bottom! Petunia Pickle Bottom Petunia Pickle Bottom is known for super cute bags and accessories — and they’ve partnered with Disney for this new, Mickey-themed collection of diaper bags and diaper bag accessories! If you’ve been in the Disney parks for a long day with little kids, you know how important it is to have a great bag to stash bottles, snacks, diapers, and the all-important binkies! You can make your bag match your Disney love now with this new collection! First is the Mickey Mouse Faces Method Diaper Backpack! ©shopDisney The bag features padded backpack straps, plenty of pockets (two felt-lined zipper pockets, three interior pockets, and four exterior pockets), a removable and washable changing pad, and a wipes case! It also comes with a zippered coin purse, which is patterned with the same Mickey decorations as the interior of the backpack! ©shopDisney This backpack costs $159.99 and measures 16” H x 12” W x 5” D — plenty of space for your little one’s things! ©shopDisney The little details — like the tassel and “Love Micky” keychain — make this bag not only functional but also really cute! Buy the Mickey Mouse Faces Method Diaper Backpack Here! If you need a backpack with just a bit more space, try the Mickey Mouse Faces Meta Diaper Backpack! ©shopDisney This backpack has similar details and the same pattern as the first, but it has a little more space at 13 3/8” H x 13 3/4” W x 6 1/4” D, a suitcase sleeve to make travel easier, and a hidden insulated bottle pocket! ©shopDisney This backpack also has plenty of pockets, a zipper that goes all the way down the side of the backpack for the main compartment, and padded, adjustable backpack straps. You can buy it here for $169.99! Click Here to Buy the Mickey Mouse Faces Meta Diaper Backpack! The third backpack option in this collection is the Mickey Mouse Faces Boxy Diaper Backpack! ©shopDisney This backpack comes with adjustable backpack straps if you prefer to carry it on your back… ©shopDisney …but it also has a shoulder strap, so that you can carry it over your shoulder if you’d prefer! ©shopDisney Along with plenty of pockets (and two special bottle pockets!), a removable zipper pouch, and stroller straps to make transport easy, this bag has a zip-out diaper changing station that comes with a removable changing pad and pockets for diapers and wipes! ©shopDisney This makes it easy to change your baby’s diaper wherever you might be! The bag is 13 3/4” H x 13 3/4” W x 6 1/4” D, and it’s the most expensive of the backpacks at $220.99. Buy the Mickey Mouse Faces Boxy Diaper Backpack Here! Now that you’ve got your backpack all ready, Petunia Pickle Bottom also has some super cute accessories you can put inside! First is the Mickey Mouse Faces Cool Pixel Plus, which is an insulated zippered pouch for storing bottles and refrigerated snacks! ©shopDisney The bag is machine-washable and measures 7 1/2” H x 5 1/2” W x 5” L, so there’s room for a lot of snacks in here! ©shopDisney You can get this accessory for $29.99! Click Here to Buy the Mickey Mouse Faces Cool Pixel Plus Bag! If you still need a bit more insulated storage for bottles, try the Mickey Mouse Faces Sip Double Bottle Holder! ©shopDisney The insulated bag has the geometric shapes and “Mickey” pattern seen inside the backpacks, and it holds two regular-sized bottles! It’s also machine washable and can snap onto whatever bag you need! ©shopDisney The bag rolls down and snaps for secure closure, and it measures 12” H x 6 1/2” W x 3” D. You can get it for $18.99! Click Here to Buy the Mickey Mouse Faces Sip Double Bottle Holder! Now you’re all set for a day in the Disney parks with your little ones! Keep following DFB for more Disney merchandise news! Click Here to See Another Disney-Themed Petunia Pickle Bottom Bag! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Which bag would you buy from the new Petunia Pickle Bottom collection? Tell us in the comments! The post The Latest Disney x Petunia Pickle Bottom Diaper Bag Collection Is a Must-See! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

In January of 2022, Disney’s Magical Express service will be discontinued. Disney’s Magical Express We’ve already shared a look at some of the best ways to get from the airport to Disney World’s hotels once the service is gone, and we’ve shared news about the new service from Mears that is set to replace the Magical Express. But, today we’ve got another update for those who are planning to use Disney’s Magical Express this year, while it’s still available. Earlier today, Disney shared some news with travel agents about a change coming to the Magical Express check-in process. As of July 1st, Disney’s Magical Express will stop mailing reservation confirmation collateral to guests or their travel agents. Disney’s Magical Express Sign Instead of using that reservation confirmation collateral to check in, guests will use their MagicBands or Disney’s new MagicMobile service. If you plan on using either of these things to check-in, be sure to connect your reservations to My Disney Experience ahead of your trip and/or get everything set up with your MagicMobile pass. Click here for our step-by-step instructions on how to set up MagicMobile. Guests who don’t have a MagicBand or MagicMobile will have their reservations retrieved by showing their IDs so that they can be checked in. If you plan to use this method to check in just be sure to have your valid government-issued ID with you. Disney has noted that this is essentially the same process that is used now if a guest doesn’t have their mailed reservation confirmation collateral. Disney’s Magical Express Disney also shared that to reduce the number of guests whose reservations would have to be retrieved manually, guests are encouraged to make their Magical Express reservations and provide their round-trip flight information when they book their vacation. They’ll also be encouraged to use MagicMobile or bring their MagicBands with them. The website for Disney’s Magical Express does note that guests should be prepared to present a MagicBand, use MagicMobile, or present photo ID for check-in. ©Disney So, if you’re planning to use Disney’s Magical Express for an upcoming trip this year, just bear in mind that starting July 1st the reservation confirmation collateral will no longer be mailed to you. We’ll keep an eye out for more Magical Express updates and let you know what we find! Click here to see the latest update on the new transportation service from Mears that is set to replace the Magical Express. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Do you use Disney’s Magical Express to get to your hotel? Tell us in the comments. The post NEWS: Change Coming to Disney's Magical Express Check-In Process first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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Disney’s Hollywood Studios has been a very popular park thanks to all of its new attractions! Hollywood Studios The latest lands like Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge and Toy Story Land have brought huge crowds to Studios, as well as new rides like Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway! And the park still has really long waits for older thrill rides like The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror and Rock ‘n’ Rollercoaster Starring Aerosmith. So, if you do manage to score a theme park reservation for Hollywood Studios, you’re going to want to have the best day possible and we’re here to help! We have all the reviews you need before you head on down Hollywood Boulevard. Here are the 15 Disney Food Blog reviews you need to read before going to Hollywood Studios! Table Service Restaurants Hollywood Brown Derby The Brown Derby is a signature dining experience based off of the famous Brown Derby restaurant(s) in California! Who wants a Cobb Salad? It’s home to the iconic Cobb Salad, which was created at the original restaurant in the 1930s, and the legendary Grapefruit Cake! This is one of the fancier restaurants in Hollywood Studios, so it’s great for a celebration! Don’t worry, the famous Cobb Salad is still available We recently reviewed the latest menu at Brown Derby, so check it out below if you’re interested in having an old Hollywood style dinner while in Studios! Check out our review of The Hollywood Brown Derby! 50s Prime Time Cafe If you’re looking for some good home cooking at to be heckled like your visiting you relatives on Thanksgiving, check out 50s Prime Time Cafe! The themed dining room will make you feel like you’ve stepped back in time with its retro tables and televisions. You really get the full experience of a meal in the 50s, as you look like you’re having a meal in your grandma’s kitchen! Make yourself “at home” at Prime Time Cafe in Hollywood Studios It’s good to understand that you’re going to have sassy serves that WILL make you eat all of your vegetables! Dad’s Stuffed Pork Chop Check out their famous Peanut Butter and Jelly Milkshake or dig into Aunt Liz’s Golden Fried Chicken. See our full review for 50s Prime Time Cafe here! Sci-Fi Dine-In Restaurant Sci-Fi Dine-In is one of the most unique dining experiences in all of Disney World! You eat inside of an old car while watching retro films like you’re at a drive-in movie! Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater They serve up classics like burgers and onion rings to really capture that Old Hollywood feel. Beef and Blue Burger If you’re looking for some entertainment during your meal, give Sci-Fi a try! Check out our full Sci-Fi Dine-In Restaurant review here! Counter Service Restaurants Backlot Express Backlot Express is themed to look like a production warehouse and is a great spot for lunch while in Hollywood Studios. Backlot Express Dining Room They have classic theme parks eats like burgers and French fries and they usually have some kind of Star Wars themed treat on the menu! Which makes sense, as it’s located right next to Star Tours. Backlot Burger Cross-section If you’re looking for your typical theme park food to power you through your day or need to feed some picky eaters, check out Backlot Express! Click here to read our full Backlot Express review! ABC Commissary ABC Commissary is designed to look exactly like what the name says, a commissary on the ABC production lot! Inside the commissary It recently reopened from refurbishment and is known for serving things like pot roast, ribs, and burgers. A new style of fast-casual dinner service has just made its debut at this location. That is one GOOD lookin’ salad. Check out what the new dinner service is like at ABC Commissary to see if it’s the right choice for your next trip! Check out our dinner review of ABC Commissary here! Fairfax Fare Over on Sunset Boulevard is Fairfax Fare, a small stand sitting in the shadow of Tower of Terror. Fairfax Fare The counter service location just got an all new menu that features various kinds of hot dogs! We’re getting some strong ballpark vibes here… There’s a classic Chicago dog and even a plant-based brat for all the non-meat eaters. It’s the perfect stop if you want a quick bite and love a good hot dog! Click here to read our full review of Fairfax Fare’s new menu! Docking Bay 7 Food and Cargo Docking Bay 7 is in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge and themed to a delivery shuttle that ships goods on and off the planet of Batuu. Inside Docking Bay 7 They serve things like Endorian Fried Tip Yip (don’t worry, it’s just chicken) and Batuuan Beef Pot Roast. It’s a great place to fuel up on your travels through the galaxy! A Ronto Wrap AND chips! If you have picky eaters, they should be happy here, as there is some pretty standard food (just served under unusual names) like mac ‘n’ cheese! Check out our review of Docking Bay 7 here! Woody’s Lunch Box Andy’s coming!!!! Woody’s Lunch Box will have you feel like you’ve shrunk down to the size of a toy in Andy’s backyard! Woody’s Lunch Box Sit down and relax on the Babybel Cheese seats to enjoy an incredible grilled cheese sandwich or a Lunch Box Tart! Woody’s Lunch Box This spot also serves a delicious breakfast to grab before you hop in line for Slinky Dog Dash! Take a look at our full review of the reopened Woody’s Lunchbox here! Ronto Roasters Ronto Roasters has gained a big fan following thanks to its ever so popular Ronto Wrap! Eating in a galaxy far, far away There are breakfast and lunch versions, as well as plant based offerings. Zuchii Wrap This is a great spot to get out of the sun in Galaxy’s Edge, and it’s right next to the Black Spire Outpost Market, so you can shop right after your meal! Check out our review of the new breakfast offerings at Ronto Roasters! Snacks The Market The Market can be found just before you get to Toy Story Land, and it has some great snack options! We found some awesome sweet and savory popcorn when we stopped by recently! Sweet and Savory Popcorn This is also the spot to grab Jack Jack’s famous Num Num Cookie! Click here to read The Market popcorn review! And they also have the Sunshine Margarita that is sure to cool you down while walking through Hollywood Studios! Sunshine Margarita IN the sunshine! Definitely check out The Market if you’re looking for a quick snack! Click here to read the Sunshine Margarita review! Hollywood Scoops If you’re looking for some excellent ice cream while in Studios, look no further than Hollywood Scoops! The spot serves hand-scooped ice cream on Sunset Boulevard. Hollywood Scoops They also have morning cocktails, that’s right, MORNING COCKTAILS! Mimosa Those will come in handy if you need a little liquid courage to get on Rock ‘n’ Rollercoaster! Check out our review of the morning cocktails at Hollywood Scoops! Milk Stand By now, you’ve probably heard about the blue and green milk in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. Milk Stand Some people love them, some people HATE them, but we think everyone should try them! And you can do that over at the Milk Stand. Green and Blue Milk Coolers If you don’t like the plain milk, and you’re 21 or older, we suggest trying the boozy versions of the drinks! They seem to be a bit more enjoyable. Check out our Milk Stand review here! Bars BaseLine Tap House BaseLine Tap House is an excellent spot to pick up a nice craft beer or have a mid-day snack while you’re on Grand Avenue! They serve giant pretzels, charcuterie boards, and have some non-alcoholic drinks for those who do not wish to (or legally can’t) indulge! TA DA!!! The BaseLine BUNDLE They have a GREAT deal at BaseLine called the BaseLine Bundle where you can get Bavarian Pretzel and your choice of a craft beer in a souvenir cup for $20, that’s pretty good for Disney World! Click here to read out BaseLine Bundle review! Oga’s Cantina We’re finally here! The place you’ve all been waiting for! Oga’s Cantina is easily the hardest reservation to get at Hollywood Studios, especially right now with its limited capacity. But this bar is awesome! Oga’s Cantina Oga’s transports you right into the world of Star Wars and the drinks are super fun and strong. Rodian Ration We recommend the Fuzzy Tauntaun (watch out for that foam!) and the Outer Rim! Click here to see all you need to know about Oga’s Cantina! Those are ALL of the reviews you need to read before enjoying your day in Disney’s Hollywood Studios! We hope this can help you have the best day possible and brings some delicious food into your life. Stay tuned to DFB for any changes we see to all of these food spots! Click here to see all the reviews you should read before going to 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. Where’s your favorite place to eat in Hollywood Studios? Let us know in the comments! The post 15 DFB Reviews You HAVE to Read Before Visiting Disney's Hollywood Studios! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. We’ve all been singing along to the incredibly catchy tune on “it’s a small world” for OVER 50 years now! Actually, “it’s a small world” opened at Disneyland in 1966, making this year its 55th anniversary. “it’s a small world” Wristlet Whether you’re a fan of the Disneyland attraction or simply must ride Disney World’s version every trip, you can celebrate your love for “it’s a small world” in lots of ways including by grabbing a new board game, collectible key, and even a NEW Dooney & Bourke “it’s a small world” bag. We’ve spotted the Dooney & Bourke small world series in Disneyland and Disney World, but now it’s available for anyone to snag online! Get ready for it to be a world of laughter and a world of tears ALL the time with this new collection! Right now, you can snag all 3 items in the Dooney & Bourke “it’s a small world” series on shopDisney. First, you can get the “it’s a small world” Dooney & Bourke Wristlet! The wristlet comes with a removable strap and has a zip compartment, plus 12 interior card slots. “it’s a small world! Dooney & Bourke You can grab this wristlet for $158. Get the wristlet here! If you’re looking for something bigger, you can grab the “it’s a small world” Dooney & Bourke Tote. This bag has an exterior zip pocket, an interior zip pocket, and even an interior cell phone pocket. And, of course, it’s covered in a pattern featuring “it’s a small world” characters and phrases. “it’s a small world” Tote You can get this bag right now for $268. Click here to get the tote bag! And finally, you can pick up the “it’s a small world” Dooney & Bourke Satchel online right now. This satchel has an adjustable strap, multiple pockets, leather carry handles, and more. “it’s a small world” Satchel The satchel is priced at $298. Get the new satchel by clicking here! There is a limit of 2 of each item per guest so keep that in mind. Be sure to snag these while they’re available. We’ll keep an eye out for more new Disney merchandise and let you know what we find. Click here to check out the beautiful new small world board game that’s available online! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you a fan of these bags? Let us know in the comments. The post The NEW "it's a small world" Dooney & Bourke Collection Is Now Available Online! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

You’re always looking for the best tips and tricks when you’re planning your Disney World vacation, but what about the slick deals that won’t work? The Happiest Entrance Sign on Earth There are plenty of hacks that just aren’t gonna help. But we’ve got the info on how to spin ‘em so they do work for you AND a few tricks that will work. Check out the 8 Tricks That WON’T WORK At Disney World and more in our latest DFB video!  Are you a DFB Video subscriber? If you hit the button below, you can subscribe to our channel and catch up on ALL of our latest episodes! Check out our latest video and then comment below: Your favorite Disney World tips and tricks?The post DFB Video: 8 Tricks That WON'T WORK At Disney World (and 6 That Will) first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Here at DFB, we are ALL about Disney Food (seriously, that’s why it’s in our name). ‘Ohana Breakfast Bread Pudding And over the years, we’ve shared recipes for some of Disney World’s most yummy treats, like Dole Whips, Tonga Toast, the ‘Ohana Breakfast Bread Pudding, and the Woody’s Lunch Box Grilled Cheese. But now, in honor of Disney World’s upcoming 50th anniversary, you can get a special cookbook with all these recipes — and more — on shopDisney. Pre-orders are now available for the Delicious Disney: Walt Disney World Book. This book features recipes for some of the best Disney World foods, including many we’ve already mentioned PLUS Handwich 3.0, Impossible Meatloaf, and the Orange Bird Flip. And do you spot those 50th-anniversary cupcakes?! ©Disney There are only 2,500 copies of the first special edition of this book, and each has been individually numbered. It also comes with a booklet showcasing menus from around Disney World. The book itself also features loads of beautiful food photos to drool over. You can pre-order it now for $40. It is expected to be available by 9/28/2021. If you pre-order the book, you will receive an email notifying you when it ships. Click Here to Buy The Delicious Disney: Walt Disney World Book We expect to see even more special items being released this year to celebrate Disney World’s big birthday, so we’ll keep an eye out and let you know when we spot new stuff online and in the parks! In the meantime, be sure to visit our recipes page, too! 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 Disney recipe do you want to make most? Let us know in the comments! The post You Can Pre-Order Disney World's 50th Anniversary Recipe Book NOW! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Shopping around Disney Springs can build up quite the appetite (and credit card debt, but we won’t talk about that). Disney Springs Food Trucks If you’re looking for somewhere to eat during your store-hopping frenzy, perhaps you should give one of the Disney Springs food trucks a try? Want unique mac and cheese options? There’s a food truck for that. Want zany hot dog choices? They’ve got that too. But what we’re returning to today is the quick-service destination for those who’re craving Mexican-inspired options — the 4 Rivers Cantina Barbacoa Food Truck. The Disney Springs food trucks are popular dining destinations for several reasons. Peek-a-boo! We see you! First off, let’s talk cost. We’re not saying these food items are super cheap, but compared to normal Disney dining prices, they’re pretty darn affordable. Also, the food trucks provide speedy service. If you still need to hit up more stores around Springs and you don’t want to invest an hour eating at a table service restaurant, the food trucks have solid grab-and-go options. Last but not least, they’re tasty! They may be little, but their flavors are fierce. Step right up! We’ve dated at 4 Rivers Cantina Barbacoa in the past and absolutely loved it. Last year, the food truck was forced to close its car doors twice as it continued to modify its health and safety measures for guests and cast members. 4 Rivers Barbacoa Food Truck But 4 Rivers returned with vengeance, providing us with NEW MENU ITEMS. We were thrilled to retry some of our old favorites (and one of the newer options, too)! Let’s check it out! Atmosphere When you look up the 4 Rivers location on the Disney Springs website, it’ll provide you with the info for Exposition Park — the food truck central hub on the West Side of Disney Springs (right across from Disney’s Candy Cauldron and Superhero Headquarters). However, the food trucks don’t always stay in one place. 4 Rivers has been seen parked around the Marketplace section of Disney Springs before (close to the Basin store). So if you don’t find it in the main food truck hub on your visit, don’t panic! It might have just relocated for the day. (You can always ask a Cast Member in the area if they happen to know where the food trucks took of to that day!) Good to be back! The truck itself is a stylish, fire-truck red with blue, orange, and green flourishes. We love the cute little lime slices hidden within the simplistic design, as well as the friendly-looking skull mascot. The seating arrangement is pretty standard: just your average tables and chairs. So if you’re looking for a place to stop for a minute, eat your food, and people-watch (guilty as charged!), this is the area for you. Plus, some evenings you’ll be able to hear live music nearby — which gives bonus points to the overall ambiance, for sure. Eats For such a small location, there sure are a nice variety of options to choose from here. What to choose, what to choose… Although 4 Rivers is famous for their barbacoa-styled meats, they have a variety of vegetarian options, too. (Vegan options, however, don’t seem to be available at this time.) 4 Rivers Entrees There’s only one item on the Kids’ Menu — the cheese quesadilla for $5.99. It’s a basic choice, but a safe one for picky eaters. 4 Rivers Kids’ Menu The drink choices are pretty basic, as well: water, Coke products, and a few beer options. 4 Rivers Drinks But the dessert option sounds DELISH — A Margarita Bar with lime mousse, graham cracker crust, white chocolate, and flake salt — all for $6.49. YUM. 4 Rivers Dessert For any of your entrees, you get to pick the filling. (Think like Chipotle or any other “build your own” style Mexican joint, but way fresher and yummier.) 4 Rivers Fillings We decided to try three of the main food items: The Taco Cone (cause DUH!), The Birria Quesadilla, and the Burrito Bowl. We also ordered a side of queso fresco because…well…it’s queso. Of course, we’ve gotta have some melty cheese! Oh yeah. Today’s gonna be a GOOD day… The Taco Cone is an old favorite of the 4 Rivers food truck. Taco Cone It comes with your choice of filling (protein or plant-based), shredded lettuce, guac, sour cream, pico de gallo, queso (queso!!!!!!), cilantro, jalapeno, and a lime wedge all served in a big, crispy tortilla cone for $11.99. We decided to fill our cone with the brisket barbacoa — and we were NOT disappointed. The meat had this smoky, melt-in-your-mouth flavor that wasn’t too spicy (unless we were eating it with the jalapeños, of course). A squeeze from the lime gave the cone a zang-y freshness, adding to the overall taste. (P.S., can we just say we LOVE when spots like this serve fresh jalepeños over the pickled jarred variety. So much fresh spicy flavor!) A closer view of the Taco Cone The cone itself tasted like a standard taco salad shell, but it was still crispy and had a nice flavor. We’d like to give the Taco Cone points for its portability, but it’s really not an item you can easily walk around eating without making a mess. If you order one of these, ask for an extra bowl or plate — just in case the filling starts to escape once the structural integrity of the cone inevitably breaks down. Take a look at that crispy cone! This one is really interesting — all the components taste great. BUT, don’t expect a little in each bite like you would in a taco or burrito. This seriously benefits from a fork or spoon to help get a little bit of each component in a bite. Otherwise you might chomp down on a mouthful of only sour cream and tortilla cone! Because of its unique blend of flavors (unique in a GOOD way, that is), we’d def have this again (and again…and again…). It’s substantial and unique and, honestly, just tastes really great! The Birria Quesadilla was next. We were stoked to try this item because it’s BRAND NEW to us! It’s made with Beef Birria (basically mega tender braised beef) and melted Oaxaca cheese on a crispy griddled flour tortilla, served with rich beef jus and onion-cilantro salsa. Birria Quesadilla The beef was cooked well and had a subtle chili flavor without all the tongue-burning spice. Also, the cheese was mild. Usually, we like to taste the ultimate cheesy-ness of our quesadillas, but we appreciated how the Oaxaca cheese didn’t cover the flavors of the beef. The subtle cheese was *just right* And the dipping sauce? Yes. Just…yes. Perfection. The cilantro and onion in the dipping sauce bring out the flavors of the meat that much more. The Birria Quesadilla is $11.75 and is a good option for those who want to try a more unique Mexican-inspired option on the property. Lastly, we had to try the Burrito Bowl — another classic 4 Rivers option. Much like the cone, you can choose your main filling — plus you can choose whether you want it served over rice or lettuce. From there, the bowl is topped with black beans, salsa verde, guac, pico de gallo, sour cream, queso fresco, cilantro, jalapeno, and corn tortilla strips. Burrito Bowl We chose the chicken filling based on a Cast Member’s recommendation; they said it had a little more heat and was more flavorful than the pork. So, of course, we had to give it a try! A closer look at the inside of the Burrito Bowl Unfortunately, out of the three dishes, this one was our least favorite. Don’t get us wrong, it still had a great flavor. The chicken was spicy but not overwhelmingly so. And the added tortilla strips gave it a nice crunch. But it was boring — especially in comparison to the other two options we’d tried. This looked and tasted like your basic Chipotle bowl. Nothing wrong with it, but the other options were so unique. That being said, if you want a more basic Mexican dish, this is a safe option priced at $11.75. Now… you didn’t think we’d forget to talk about the queso fresco, did you? Queso Fresco The queso isn’t listed as a side, but you can definitely ask for a cup of it for $3.99! The peppers in the queso provide some added heat that spice-lovers might be missing. We decided to pour it over our Burrito Bowl to make it more flavorful (and it worked)! *sings* Pour some queso on meeeee… Truthfully? This is some of the best queso we’ve had on Disney property. We’re still drooling just thinking about it… . $3.99 IS steep for melty cheese sauce, especially compared to other spots where we can get it for just a buck or less, but it was a hefty serving and really flavorful. Nosh or Not Swing on by 4 Rivers Cantina Barbacoa if… You’re looking for something to eat quickly before returning to your day of shopping. You enjoy Mexican dishes without all the intense spices and heat. You want an affordable lunch or dinner option. You’re a Tex-Mex fan. Keep on walking to the next quick service location if… You’re looking for a Kid’s Menu with more variety. It’s a cheese quesadilla only here, kiddos! You’re wanting more vegan-friendly options. You hate ANY kind of pepper/spice/heat. (Although the spice in each item we tried was very tame, there are still peppers, jalapenos, and added seasonings that could be too much for someone who doesn’t like any intense flavors.) The idea of getting you dinner from a food truck just isn’t what you had in mind. In that case, there are lots of affordable quick service spots in Springs as well as great sit-down meals. Overall 4 Rivers really impressed us — again! The ingredients in each dish were fresh and plentiful, the produce was crisp, and each meat we tried was excellent. Plus, it’s one of the more affordable options in Disney Springs. For those who don’t like overly spicy foods but still love Mexican-inspired flavors, this is a great option to consider (though, fair warning, the queso does have a slight kick to it). On the other hand, if you’re someone who craves that extra heat, we’d recommend trying a different option instead (or ask for more of those fresh jalepeños!); the food at La Cantina de San Angel over at EPCOT’s Mexican pavilion has a few (surprisingly!) noticeably hotter options than any of the items we tried at 4 Rivers, and might suit your spicy cravings better. But even our least favorite item that we ordered — the Burrito Bowl — was still really good! And we have now welcomed the Birria Quesadilla with open arms into the 4 Rivers family. It’s a delicious addition to this barbacoa menu that we’d recommend trying if you’re looking for a unique quesadilla — or a unique food option period — on property. The 4 Rivers Food Truck is open Monday through Wednesday from 5pm until 10pm, Thursday and Friday from 3pm until 10pm, and Saturday and Sunday from 12pm until 10pm. (Btw — can we get a jar of that queso to go, pretty please?) What’s Our Favorite Place To Eat In Disney Springs? Click Here To Find Out! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Which Disney Springs food truck is your favorite? Let us know in the comments below! The post REVIEW: You're Probably Walking Past Some of the Best Mexican Food in Disney World Without Realizing It. first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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Spending a day in Magic Kingdom is one of our favorite ways to pass the time. Moana Balloon We just visited Magic Kingdom and wanted to share some updates with you, so here we are with all the latest news in construction and merchandise from the Magic Kingdom! Magic Kingdom Construction Update Fantasyland In Fantasyland, the scrim surrounding Peter Pan’s Flight was removed, though the temporary sign is still there. Peter Pan’s Flight The colors look so bright and vibrant and really liven up Fantasyland! Look at those colors! We’re are not disappointed to finally bid farewell to the brown scrim. No more brown scrim! We spotted something a little off on Cinderella Castle. Can you see it? A blue piece of the 50th anniversary decoration fell off. Oops. A 50th anniversary decoration fell off! Frontierland Over at Splash Mountain, the Laughing Place Play Area has reopened! The Laughing Place And speaking of Splash Mountain, every row is now being filled. They are now filling every row! They are also back to filling up the raft to Tom Sawyer Island. Tom Sawyer Raft Adventureland Near the Jungle Cruise, ropes have been removed from the stairs. The ropes are gone! The area is no longer being used for stroller parking and it feels so much more open! So much more space! Over by Pirates of the Caribbean, we spotted the gate open between Pirates League and Pirates Bazaar for the first time since Disney World reopened in July 2020. The gate is open! And at the Tiki Room, Cast Members let us know that you can eat inside the theater again, including Dole Whip or, better yet, Kakamora! Tiki Room Main Street, U.S.A. At Curtain Call Collectibles, there’s a new sign advertising prices and services. Here’s a closer look! Various Locations Throughout Magic Kingdom, we noticed that the some of the social distancing signs that have been on trash cans have been removed, though not from all the trash cans. No social distancing sign Magic Kingdom Merchandise Updates Emporium The Emporium had new belts with Disney-themed belt buckles. New belts at Emporium This belt buckle features the Walt Disney World logo… Mickey on a belt! …and this belt buckle is a gold castle! Both belts are $29.99. Castle belt buckle We found a new blue Walt Disney World t-shirt for $24.99. New Walt Disney World t-shirt There was lots of new Luca merch to celebrate the release of the new Pixar film. New Luca merch We saw several plushes based on characters in Luca and apparel! Click here to check out all the new Luca merchandise! And we noticed the price of nuiMOs went up to $19.99 each. nuiMOs are so cute nuiMOs were originally $17.99 when they first came out in early 2021. Click here to read more about the nuiMO price increase! Uptown Jewelers We saw new petticoats at Uptown Jewelers, including a white one… White petticoat at Uptown Jewelers …and a black one! Perfect to go under your favorite Disney dress. Both are $48. Black petticoat at Uptown Jewelers Tomorrowland Light & Power At Tomorrowland Light & Power we found the new Luca MagicBand for $29.99. Luca Magic Band One side of the MagicBand is Luca and his friends… Luca and his besties …while the other side features the setting of the movie, the Italian Riviera. Italian Riviera We also noticed something new and exciting! Apple Watch bands are coming! Coming soon! We could not see or purchase them yet but they will be priced at $39.99. As soon as we know more we will let you know! Main Street, U.S.A. And over on Main Street we found a new souvenir — Moana balloons! Moana Balloon You can grab a Moana balloon on Main Street for $14. Read more about the new Moana Balloons here! And that’s everything we’ve seen from Magic Kingdom this time! Always stay tuned to DFB so you don’t miss ANY of the updates from Disney World! Check out what’s new at Magic Kingdom 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! 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Welcome back, DFB friends! We’re here with another What’s New at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Disney’s Hollywood Studios Things are starting to look a bit more normal in the park as pre-shows return to more rides and we’ve got plenty of other dining and merchandise updates to share! So, what are you waiting for? Let’s jump right on in! Disney’s Hollywood Studios Food Updates Hollywood & Vine Since March, guests have been able to enjoy breakfast with some Disney Junior characters at Hollywood & Vine for Disney Junior Play ‘n Dine. And, now there’s another character dining experience at the restaurant for lunch and dinner! Minnie’s Summer Dine has arrived for the season and guests can now meet Minnie Mouse and friends while they enjoy a meal. There’s a NEW dining experience in town…well kind of! Keep in mind that there are a few modifications to the character dining experience at Hollywood & Vine including an a la carte menu instead of buffet service and distanced character interactions. Disney’s Hollywood Studios Merchandise Updates Keystone Clothiers Of course, we had to do some shopping while we were at Disney’s Hollywood Studios too! So, we stopped into Keystone Clothiers and noticed a new Dr. Strange collectible toy for all the Marvel fans out there. It’s got a Dr. Strange figuring with all the accessories that helped him in the Battle on Titan. New Dr. Strange Toy But, it’s going to cost ya if you want to wield the powers of the mystic arts — this toy is priced at $99.99 (seriously!!). Once Upon A Time Over at Once Upon a Time, we found some unexpected Star Wars Wishables. Now there are three of the plushes that were included in the blind pack hanging on the rack so you can pick up RX-24, C-3PO, or a Stormtrooper without having to put your luck to the test. More Star Wars Wishables! They cost $12.99 each. Mickey’s of Hollywood We’ve also been seeing quite a few price increases on merchandise throughout Disney World, and this week we spotted another. Disney nuiMOs Plushes came onto the scene in 2021 and if you’re hoping to snag one of the miniature posable plushes, it’s going to cost you more now. Disney nuiMOs Plushes The nuiMOs Plushes used to cost $17.99 but now cost $19.99 both in stores and online. ©Disney That being said, there is still one way to score them at a discount — all Disney nuiMOs are Buy Two, Get One FREE on shopDisney right now, so you can bring the cost down to about $13 per plush if you get three online! Learn MORE About How to SAVE on Disney nuiMOs HERE! Disney’s Hollywood Studios Miscellaneous Updates Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster We’ve been keeping you up to date on all the pre-shows returning to Disney World, and this week we found that the band was BACK together for the pre-show at Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster in Disney’s Hollywood Studios! They’re baaaaack! Previously, the recording studio was just a part of the line that you walked through, but now guests are directed into the room by Cast Members and asked to fill in the available space before all the members of Aerosmith come out to invite you to their show. The pre-show room has some space still Of course, you still need to hop in that super speedy stretch limo to get there in time. Read MORE About the Return of the Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Pre-Show HERE! Tower of Terror And, Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster isn’t the only ride with a returning pre-show! Over at Tower of Terror, guests are gathered into the library for the pre-show to learn all about the Twilight Zone and the unfortunate events that have led you to use the service elevator to get to your room. Guests stand outside of the library waiting for the pre-show doors to open Much like other pre-shows that have returned, Disney has removed the distancing markers from the floor, and guests are asked to stand wherever there is space. Welcome to the twilight zone And, once on the ride, we noticed that they’re now seating guests in every single seat in the elevator. Now seating in every chair So, this ride is almost entirely back to its normal operations before the parks closed. Click HERE to Learn More About the Return of the Tower of Terror Pre-Show! Pluto Getting Guests We also spent some time roaming around the park and noticed a new Disney character out playing on the lawn in front of The Hollywood Brown Derby — Pluto! Look at that skill! He was showing off his skills and balancing his bone on his nose. New Billboard And, on our way out we noticed a new billboard in the Hollywood Studios parking lot adverting Disney’s new show When Nature Calls with Helen Mirren. New parking lot billboard! The comedy series is on ABC every Thursday and you can catch up with this little squirrel on the latest episode! And that’s it for another week at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Of course, we’ll continue to keep an eye out for new food, merchandise, and entertainment updates (and more!) so be sure to stay tuned to DFB for the latest! Click HERE to Check Out What’s New at EPCOT This Week! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Have you been to Disney’s Hollywood Studios recently? Let us know in the comments! The post What's New at Disney's Hollywood Studios: MORE Pre-Shows Return And a 0 (!!) Marvel Toy first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Are you obsessed with Disney? What about Target?! Then we have the post for you… . We found some really cool new online exclusive Disney tees at Target. And we just had to share them with you all! As everyone is stepping into the sun after over a year of quarantine, I think we can all agree it’s high time for a wardrobe refresh! Lucky for us, Target is one step ahead of us and has all kinds of shirts to help you rep your favorite Disney icons. The weather is heating up, so this tee is the reminder we all need to “Chill Out.” Need a reminder to chill out? Just look down! © Target Featuring the wisest baboon we all know and love, this top is available for $19.99. Shop this “Chill Out” tee here! Whether you’re an OG Star Wars fan or someone who simply fell in love with it after success on Smugglers’ Run, this navy tee with the Millennium Falcon is a great addition to your closet. Available exclusively online at Target © Target This shirt is available for $24.99. Shop the Millennium Falcon tee here! Feeling groovy? Star Wars meets the 1960s with this retro tee. Instagram @targetdoesdisney You can’t go wrong with a shirt featuring a Wookie and Jabba the Hutt getting ready to disco! It costs $19.99. Shop this groovy Star Wars tee here! Next up — the Internet’s favorite duo! Looking at this design you can pretty much hear Baby Yoda (I mean, Grogu, but…) slurping down those eggs! © Target Sport The Child around town for a cost of $19.99. Shop this Mando and The Child tee here! If you’re looking for something for the kiddos you won’t be disappointed. This peach-colored tee has some pretty cool line drawings of some of the classic Disney Princesses. ©Target | This shirt has a really great message Featuring the phrase “Together We Can Change The World” this top has a super empowering message for the little princess in your house! This tee is listed for $12.00. Shop the peach Disney Princess tee here! In keeping with the theme of girls helping girls, two of the oldest pals are here to remind your kiddos that it’s best to work together! © Target This gray crop top with Minnie and Daisy is also available for $12.00. Shop the Girls Support Girls tee here! For those little ones who can’t get enough of all the Star Wars merch available, there is nothing quite like this vintage tee with the iconic R2-D2. © Target A bright blue shirt with worn orange print is a great way to stand out this summer! This top costs $21.99. Shop this vintage R2-D2 tee here! Last but not least, because a Disney merch post is really not complete without some Toy Story goodies, this retro gaming style tee is sure to be a hit. © Target This pixellated tee is available for $8.99. Shop this Toy Story tee here! These are just a few of the new designs available exclusively at Target! You can never have too many t-shirts, and what better way to flaunt your Disney style? Check out some other recent Disney merch available at Target! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Do you plan on grabbing some of these Target online exclusives to revitalize your wardrobe? Let us know in the comments! The post 8 Online EXCLUSIVE Disney Tees From Target! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

One of Disney’s most underrated holidays is coming up: 626 Day! Hi Stitch! You may be thinking, “What’s 626 Day?” and we’re here to tell you, it’s the day we celebrate Experiment 626, AKA Stitch, of course! The cute but chaotic blue experiment from outer space has his own day, June 26th (duh), and we found a special treat to celebrate! Say Aloha to this adorable Stitch cake we found at Capt. Cook’s in Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort! Look how fun!! We found him chillin’ in the fridge ahead of his big day (the hot-headed alien definitely needs to cool off sometimes!). Stitch’s Great Escape: from the heat Stitch even has a cute little duck friend blowing him a kiss… Hey, buddy! …and a red decorative flower on his head! He’s all ready for the summer! The treat has a milk chocolate dome cake, white chocolate ganache icing dyed blue, dark chocolate ganache, and a blue sugar cookie base! So photogenic Stitch’s ears and the duck are white chocolate, his eyes and nose are fondant. The decorative piping is buttercream dotted by mini chocolate crisp pearls, and on his head is a meringue candy flower. Jeez, can you say sugar rush?! You’ll be bouncing off the walls just like Mr. 626 after eating this! Would you like some cake with that frosting? The cake was a bit dry, but we think that’s probably because he was in the fridge first. The cookie base is fun, but it makes it kind of hard to cut into! Find him at Capt. Cook’s! The blue and green icing were also super messy! They WILL stain your hands and clothes if you’re not careful, so be warned! You may need wet wipes. But, Stitch himself is a mess sometimes, so you can also just embrace his attitude in honor of the holiday! Chocolate goodness The Poly has done specialty cakes for Stitch before, like the cupcake we found last year at the resort and the one we saw in 2019 that looked very similar to this version! Dig in! If you’re a big chocolate lover and aren’t afraid to get messy, head on over to the Polynesian before Stitch’s big day to pick up a cake for yourself for $5.99. We’ll keep a lookout for any other Stitch celebrations we see around Disney World, so stay tuned to DFB! Click here to see last year’s Stitch cupcake Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you going to celebrate 626 day? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTOS: OK Disney World...You've Outdone Yourself With This Stitch Cake! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article