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Walt Disney World has revealed more details about Boo Bash, an after-hours Halloween event at Magic Kingdom, including the price range of tickets. View the full article

Disney World is chock full of iconic treats and we love to talk about them. They don’t call us the Disney FOOD Blog for nothing! Chocolate Twist If you’ve made a few visits to Magic Kingdom, you probably know about the Cheshire Cat Tail, a delicious pastry that just might be the pinnacle of grab ‘n’ go breakfast (or snack!). Well, Magic Kingdom isn’t the only park where you can find similar pastries and you can even find a DUPE for $1.50 cheaper… . Let’s chat about it! Cheshire Cat Tails are Puff Pastry Twisted with Chocolate and Drizzled with Pink and Purple Icing! These treats are typically available at Cheshire Cafe for $5.49, but while this spot remains closed, you can typically snag them at Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe. Yummmmmmmm You can also get a VERY similar treat over in Disney’s Animal Kingdom for a little cheaper! The Tiger Tail is $4.99 and can be found at Isle of Java. The only difference from the Cheshire Cat Tail is that the icing is orange and black instead of pink and purple. Tiger Tail But, you can go EVEN CHEAPER for this treat if you head to Tamu Tamu Refreshments in Disney’s Animal Kingdom and even some locations around the Disney World Resort hotels. If you love the Cheshire Cat Tail and see a Chocolate Twist on a menu — snag it! Chocolate Twist The Chocolate Twist is typically priced at $3.99 making it a full $1.50 CHEAPER than the standard Cheshire Cat Tail. Chocolate Twist It’s almost the exact same thing but with regular icing drizzles instead of big, colorful ones. Take it from us, it tastes JUST LIKE a Cheshire Cat Tail or a Tiger Tail — it just might be a little less Instagrammable. Chocolate Twist If you don’t think that colorful icing is worth it for a significant price difference, hold out and snag a Chocolate Twist to get your fix instead! As always, stay tuned to DFB for all the latest tips and info from Disney World! Want to learn more about the Cheshire Cat Tail? 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 of these treats would you buy? Tell us in the comments! The post You Can Get a DUPE of Disney World's Cheshire Cat and Tiger Tails for WAY Cheaper! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The COVID-19 pandemic impacted a number of different industries around the world, caused Disney World and Disney’s theme parks around the world to close, and delayed a number of projects that were set to come to its parks and resorts. ©Disney Drawn to Life One the projects that ended up getting delayed was the premiere of Cirque du Soleil’s new show, “Drawn to Life,” which was set to debut in Disney Springs in the spring of 2020. But, now things have started to change. Disney World is increasing capacity, the COVID-19 vaccine is available to more individuals, Broadway is set to reopen later this year, and various other rules and regulations have changed in the movie theater industry and more. So, what’s going on with Cirque du Soleil and what could it mean for their Disney World show? Here’s what we know. Recently, Cirque du Soleil CEO Daniel Lamarre’s spoke with CNBC’s Squawk on the Street team. During that interview, Lamarre indicated that there has been a HUGE jump in ticket sales for Cirque’s upcoming shows! Lamarre specifically said, “Every day we sell the double-digit number of tickets that we used to sell on normal days.” ©Drawn to Life CNBC notes that Cirque du Soleil is currently preparing for the re-opening of two of their Las Vegas shows, “Mystere” and “O,” which are set to reopen in June and July. The company also owns Blue Man Group, which is preparing to reopen in Las Vegas in June. Lamarre noted that Cirque will reopen internationally in markets where there is a high level of people who have been vaccinated against COVID-19. He also shared that the company will vaccinate all cast and crew members. Cirque du Soliel Tent The company reportedly remained contact with about 95% of its former artists and plans to rehire many of them once shows begin reopening. With the advent of their digital platform CirqueConnect, Cirque du Soleil has been able to increase engagement and interest in the company’s work. Lamarre noted that they have reached 62 million viewers around the world through their platform and shares that this progress shows there is a market for them outside of just live entertainment. ©Cirque Du Soliel So, what’s going on with “Drawn to Life” in Disney Springs? As we mentioned, Drawn to Life was originally set to debut in early 2020. That was then delayed by the pandemic. A new opening date has not yet been announced; and tickets are currently unavailable via the Cirque du Soleil website. When you visit the website, it simply notes that the show will be coming soon and it allows you to sign up to receive notifications about an upcoming opening date. Cirque de Soleil Screenshot ©Disney But, we have seen some news shared about the show over the last few months. In April, Lamarre mentioned that Cirque is working on a new opening date for Drawn to Life and that they “should be able to open sometime in the fall.” The huge jump in ticket sales for Cirque’s returning shows is undoubtedly a good sign for the company. It could give them the push of energy (and money) they may need to continue to reopen more shows very soon! ©Disney We’ll be sure to look for more information about Cirque du Soleil’s upcoming Disney Springs show and let you know as we find any updates. Stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney news! Click here to see when character dining will be returning to Disney’s Animal Kingdom! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Would you like to see “Drawn to Life?” when it debuts in Disney World? Tell us in the comments! The post What's Going On With Cirque du Soleil and What Could it Mean for Their Disney World Show? first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Spring roll fans: we’ve got GREAT news! Spring Rolls You know we love chowing down on Spring Rolls in Magic Kingdom, and we’re just happy to have the Adventureland cart back open. But recently, we stumbled upon a sweet, sweet surprise: Buffalo Chicken Spring Rolls are BACK on the menu! This savory snack sprung up in 2019, but later disappeared (to our great disappointment!). But now, they’ve replaced the Pepperoni Pizza Spring Rolls as one of the 2 offerings up for grabs. It’s BACK on the menu! So of course, we ordered some! These come with buffalo chicken and bits of celery. You’ll also get some ranch for dipping! And guys: they are SO good. Buffalo Chicken Spring Rolls These have a great buffalo flavor with nice chunks of chicken. We also loved the addition of celery! The rolls were a little spicy, but we would’ve liked to see even MORE. Still, the ranch dressing really balanced those flavors! (We’ve just gotta note: these would taste even BETTER with blue cheese.). These are a solid snack! If you can’t decide between the classic Cheeseburger Spring Roll or one of these, you can always opt for 1 of each! No matter which combination you choose, each set of 2 Spring Rolls will cost ya $9.50 (yup, the price tag went up $2 a little while ago). Tasty! As usual, we HIGHLY recommend these for a quick but satisfying bite. Enjoy this tasty eat next time you’re in Magic Kingdom! And stay tuned to DFB for more Disney news. Read About That Spring Roll Price Increase! 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 tried the Buffalo Chicken Spring Rolls? Let us know in the comments! The post Review: Buffalo Chicken Spring Rolls Are BACK in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Visitors can watch turtles receive care from veterinarians and rehabilitation staff, view bald eagles and wading birds, walk along the nature trail and learn about marine life in the exhibit hall. 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. You’ll have to act FAST to snag these Disney deals before they’re gone! Spaceship Earth We know being a Disney fan can get expensive. That’s why we’re constantly on the lookout for ways to save on everything from park tickets to merchandise. Here are two HUGE opportunities to save that are coming to an end soon! Save Up to 40% on shopDisney — June 6th Have you been looking for an excuse to treat yourself to a Disney shopping spree? Well, this is it! Right now, you can save up to 40% OFF clothing, accessories, toys, and more on shopDisney with the Twice Upon a Year Sale! ©Disney That’s right, it’s your chance to save BIG on popular items from Star Wars Spirit Jerseys… Tatooine Spirit Jersey …to Loungefly Bags! ©Disney There are over 800 items on sale during the Twice Upon A Year Sale, but you’ll have to act fast — the discounts are only valid through June 6th! Happy shopping! Click here to shop the Twice Upon A Year Sale! Discounted Tickets for Florida Residents — June 18th Looking for an excuse for a last-minute visit to the parks? Here it is, Floridians! Florida residents can currently get a 3-Day Discover Ticket for $60 per day ($179 total), or a 4-Day Discover Ticket for $50 per day ($199 total). Site Screenshot Since this deal is valid for Florida residents only, keep in mind that proof of residence is required to purchase these tickets. Tree of Life You’d better be ready to jump on this deal fast because both the 3-Day and 4-Day tickets expire on June 18th! Click here to learn more about the Florida Resident ticket deal! Whether you’re looking to add some Disney merch to your everyday life or head to Disney World for a last-minute trip, these deals are too good to pass up. Be sure to act FAST before they expire! Of course, we’ll continue to be on the lookout for any new special offers and discounts that pop up, so stay tuned to Disney Food Blog for more ways to save! It’s Time to Plan Your Summer Vacation to Disney World! Check Out These DISCOUNTS and DEALS! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Our favorite people over at Small World Vacations are ready to help you save time, headaches, and best of all, money, when you book your Disney trip or cruise. Their agents compare current offers to find the best deal for you -- they've literally saved their guests millions of dollars since 1996. Plus, their services are 100% FREE FOR YOU! (They're DFB's recommended travel agency, and you can see why here!) So book that trip now, then sit back and enjoy planning your Disney World Trip with a DFB-approved expert! Click here for a no obligation price quote today, and let them know DFB sent you http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/customemailexample.jpg Do you plan to take advantage of either of these discounts before they expire? Let us know in the comments! The post Here Are Your Deadlines To Save On Two BIG Disney Discounts! 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. Calling all Cars fans! It’s Lightning McQueen! We’re seeing quite a bit of new merch in honor of the movie’s 15th anniversary — like this snazzy pin up for grabs in Disneyland. A few days ago, we clued you in that Cars Wishables were also debuting. And now, they’re HERE! The Cars Wishables set features classic characters like Mater, Sally, Luigi, Red, and — of course — Lightning McQueen. The blind bag costs $12.99 in stores and $9.99 online and contains either Mater, Sally, Luigi, or Red. Cars Wishables You have a 1 in 4 chance of getting any of ’em! Click Here to Buy the Blind Bag of Cars Wishables! Meanwhile, Lightning McQueen is for sale individually. No mystery there! Cars Wishables He’s $12.99 in stores but $9.99 online which reflects the new Wishables price increase. Click Here to Buy Lightning McQueen Wishable! New Wishables sets are known to sell out FAST, so you’ll want to get shopping if you’ve got your eye on these! Right now, we’ve spotted them in Disney World and on shopDisney. And of course, stay tuned to DFB. We’ll keep bringing ya the latest Disney news! Check Out That New Cars Pin! 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 on collecting these Wishables? Let us know in the comments! The post You Can SAVE BIG If You Buy Disney's New 'Cars' Wishables Online! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s Global Running Day! Wanting to stay true to your fitness goals, even while on vacation? Lace up and head out on one of the running trails during your next Walt Disney World Resort vacation! With more than 16 miles of running/walking trails available to resort guests, you’ll be sure to find a scenic route with a touch of Disney at your Disney Resort Hotel.*http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/AJ48my_L7Es View the full article

We’re back with ANOTHER update on the Jungle Cruise! Jungle Cruise In case ya missed it, the Jungle Cruise in both Disney World and Disneyland is getting a pretty extensive reimagining. And while the Disneyland ride is temporarily closed for the project, the Magic Kingdom version is staying OPEN! That means we’ve been hopping aboard constantly to bring you the latest progress. And today, we spotted another change. Yesterday, we noticed that animatronics depicting natives had been removed from a scene where they used to dance and “throw spears” at guests. However, while the figures were gone, the structure remained. Here’s what it looked like yesterday! Today, though, we noticed that the whole building had been removed! What’s left of the scene is now covered. The whole structure is gone now! Here’s a closer look! Disney hasn’t announced what will be installed here instead, but we’ll keep an eye out. A Closer Look Recently, Disney also removed the Trader Sam scene from the ride, and added a replacement in which the classic character is running a gift shop. This all comes after Disney stated that part of the reimagining involves addressing negative depictions of “natives.” We’ll keep checking up on the project (which is supposed to wrap up this summer) and keep ya posted, so stay tuned to DFB! Learn More About the Jungle Cruise Reimagining! 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 the end result? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTOS: Another Building Structure Removed From the Jungle Cruise in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Are YOU planning on heading to Disney World for the Halloween season this year? Magic Kingdom If you are, you might be considering dropping the hefty ticket prices to head to Disney After Hours BOO Bash, the special event replacing Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party this year. We got a LOT of news about the BOO Bash today like decorations announcements and character information — and now we know a few more details about the FOOD! This morning, Disney confirmed TWO NEW specialty Halloween eats that we’ll be able to chow down on during After Hours BOO Bash. We hope you have your sweet tooth ready! Boo Bash ©Disney First up, we’ll be sipping on the Apple Ginger Dale Frozen Drink which is Frozen Apple Cider mixed with Ginger Ale and topped with Whipped Cream. Perhaps this beverage is inspired by half of our favorite chipmunk duo (and it’s not Chip)! Halloween Chip & Dale Then, there’s the Foolish Mortal Funnel Cake which looks like it comes topped with icing, candy, and cookie crumbles. Bonus! Disney notes that at least the Foolish Mortal Funnel Cake will be on sale outside of event hours from October 1st through November 1st. ©Disney And, as with most Disney After Hours events, you’ll also have access to complimentary snacks like ice cream novelties, popcorn, and select beverages. Free Mickey Bars, here we come! Mickey Bar Stay tuned for more details about Halloween in Disney World this year! Click here to learn more about the After Hours BOO Bash! 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 eats are you excited about? Tell us in the comments! The post MORE Details on the FOOD Coming to the BOO Bash Halloween Party in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Planning to visit Disney World this year, particularly this summer? Well, you’ll want to book your Park Passes early! EPCOT While we saw more Park Passes become available a few weeks ago, dates have started to fill up again, particularly for the summer. If you’re hoping to go to Disney World in early June though, you might be in luck! It seems more Park Passes for early June have now become available. A big thanks to our reader Joe (@schreiberjoe on Instagram) for alerting us to these changes! Let’s take a look at what’s changed with Park Pass availability recently. Previous Availability Here’s a peek at what things looked like yesterday for Theme Park Tickets Guests… Previous Availability for Theme Park Tickets Guests ©Disney …and Select Resort Hotel guests. Things were pretty grey throughout most of June, particularly those first few weeks, meaning that Park Passes were full for all 4 parks on those days. Previous Availability for Resort Hotel Guests ©Disney And here’s a peek at what things looked like for Annual Passholders yesterday. Previous Availability for Annual Passholders ©Disney For early June, there was a mix of limited availability with select days that had already filled up. The Updates And here’s what things look like now for guests with theme park tickets… Current Availability ©Disney …and guests staying at select resort hotels. There are now a few more days in early June with Park Pass availability. Granted, that availability is limited (as indicated by the yellow color, meaning 1 or more parks are already full on those days), but does appear to be slightly more availability than there was yesterday. Updated Availability ©Disney For Annual Passholders, the change isn’t dramatic, but June 6th now has more Park Passes available (previously that day was entirely full for Annual Passholders). Updated Availability Calendar ©Disney Of course, all of this availability is subject to change, so if you’re hoping to grab a Park Pass for early June and haven’t already done so, NOW is the time to make your reservations! We’ll keep an eye out for more changes and let you know what we find. In the meantime, be sure to check out our video of 16 NEW pitfalls we’ve never seen before in Disney World to help prepare for your upcoming trip. And, as always, stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney news! Click here to see our page with more Park Pass availability updates. 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 June? Tell us in the comments! The post NEWS: More Disney World Park Passes Added for Early June first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s almost summer, which means we’re thinking about POOLS! The Drop-Off Pool Bar And if you’re planning on kicking back at your Disney hotel pool, chances are you’re hoping to find a drink to enjoy while you’re at it. Some of the most creative sips can be found at The Drop Off Pool Bar at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort! And today, we stopped by to try a new limited-time offering. If you’re visiting this pool in June, why not give the Bacon and Bourbon Spiked Shake a try? Bacon and Bourbon Spiked Shake This sip’s a vanilla bean milkshake with Jim Beam bourbon, topped with whipped cream and a piece of candied bacon. The rim is dipped in chocolate and bacon bits! Now, we HAVE seen a bourbon and bacon shake in Disney World before, in the form of the classic Smokey Bones that used to be at Trilo-Bites in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. The primary difference is that this new one is a vanilla shake instead of chocolate. So we’re interested to see how it compares! Bacon and Bourbon Spiked Shake We tend to be a little wary of pre-mixed drinks (because yup, this one comes RIGHT out of the machine), but it was surprisingly strong! And while the bourbon toned down the sweetness, but we still found it nice and refreshing. This was tasty! But guys, we’ve got to tell you about that candied bacon. It was SO good! If you’re a candied bacon fan, you’ll definitely want to try this. Plus, that chocolate-bacon rim added a sweet ‘n’ salty element that complemented the rest of those flavors. If you like boozy vanilla milkshakes, you’ll want to go for this. Not into bourbon (or Jim Bean in particular)? You may wanna steer clear. Because you can definitely taste the alcohol! We’ll take ALL the bacon! Like with the Smokey Bones, the standout of this drink was that candied bacon. This one certainly was a little heavier on the bourbon, which was a nice contrast to the not-as-strong Smokey Bones. Moral of the story: if you’re missing your bourbon ‘n’ bacon fix, give this a try! Remember the Smokey Bones? If you’ve decided THIS is the summer sip for you, head on over to The Drop Off Pool Bar! It’ll be up for grabs for $13 through June 30th. And stay tuned to DFB for more Disney news! Check Out More Sips at The Drop Off Pool Bar! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Would you try this drink? Let us know in the comments! The post Review: How Does the Boozy Bacon Bourbon Compare to An Old Classic in Disney World? first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

June holidays provide plenty of ways to indulge in fun not only this week and weekend in Central Florida but all month long. View the full article

This year, Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party has been canceled, but the NEW After Hours BOO BASH event is set to bring some Halloween fun to the parks. Boo Bash ©Disney Earlier today, Disney released information about the dates and pricing of the BOO BASH tickets. But, just how do the price of these tickets compare to the previous price of tickets for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party? We’re breaking it down for you here! Let’s start with a quick peek at what BOO BASH offers in comparison to Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. BOO BASH will give guests the chance to see Halloween decorations, ride Disney attractions, listen to party music, and even get candy, much like Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. BALLOONS! But, there are a number of differences between the events. One of the biggest differences has to do with the length of the party. Mickey’s Not-So-Scary has historically run from 7PM to midnight, making it a 5-hour event. BOO BASH, on the other hand, will be a 3-hour event generally taking place on event nights from 9PM to midnight. But according to Disney, “Disney After Hours BOO BASH tickets will grant admission to Magic Kingdom park as early as 7:00 PM without the need for a day park ticket or Disney Park Pass theme park reservation.” Click here to read our full article about the differences between BOO BASH and Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party! Now, let’s take a look at ticket prices. We’ll start with a look at the prices for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party event nights from 2019. In 2019, ticket prices varied throughout the run of the event (with prices generally increasing as Halloween approached). Tickets in 2019 began at $79 in advance for adults and $74 in advance for children. Tickets for Halloween night, October 31st, were priced at $135 for adults and $130 for children. Same-day tickets were also sold at the gate depending on availability. Who’s ready for Halloween? The prices for BOO BASH tickets, however, look pretty different. Tickets for BOO BASH start at $129 – $139, plus tax for August/September nights. If you’re hoping to go in October, tickets for BOO BASH start at $159 – $169, plus tax. Want to be at BOO BASH on Halloween night (October 31st)? That’ll set you back $199, plus tax. Annual Passholders and Disney Vacation Club Members will, however, be able to get a $10 discount for event nights in August and September. See Ya Real Soon! Overall, it looks like there have been some pretty significant increases in price for BOO BASH tickets as compared to Not-So-Scary tickets, despite the BOO BASH event being offered for LESS time. For Halloween night, tickets for BOO BASH appear to be $64 MORE EXPENSIVE for adults than Halloween night tickets for Not-So-Scary in 2019 ($135 in 2019 for Not-So-Scary, $199 for BOO BASH) and tickets appear to be $69 more expensive for kids ($130 in 2019 for Not-So-Scary, $199 for BOO BASH). Halloween Balloons Tickets for BOO BASH’s other event nights are also more expensive than the tickets for Not-So-Scary. The least expensive ticket for adults in 2019 for Not-So-Scary was $79. For BOO BASH, the cheapest tickets appear to be priced at $129. That’s a difference of $50! Main Street, U.S.A. What do you think? Would you pay these prices to attend BOO BASH? We’d love to hear your thoughts in the comments below. We’ll definitely be looking for more details about BOO BASH in the future. If you want to learn more about the dates when this event will be offered and when you can buy tickets, click here to see our full article on that. And stay tuned for more updates from us here at DFB! Click here to see all of the characters and cavalcades confirmed for BOO BASH! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Will you be buying tickets for BOO BASH this year? 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Eating in Disney World can be a little tricky right now. Nomad Lounge With limited capacities remaining in most Disney World restaurants and demand and capacities rising for the parks as a whole, tables in popular spots are in pretty high demand. This is true for restaurants with Advance Dining Reservations and even for some that are walk-up only. There’s even one restaurant in Disney World that you need to rope drop (in a manner of speaking) if you want to visit! Nomad Lounge in Disney’s Animal Kingdom is one of the most popular lounges in Disney World. Located in the same building as Tiffins, this spot serves up amazing drinks and small plates in an atmosphere that you might have a hard time believing is in a theme park. It’s no wonder this place is so popular! Nomad Lounge is one of our favorites — as a restaurant AND a place to relax! And when we say it’s popular, we mean it. Typically, Nomad Lounge opens at 11AM and if you’re not at the restaurant right when it opens, you might have a hard time getting a seat! The tables fill within minutes of the lounge opening each morning. Nomad Lounge Now, this spot does use the Mobile Dine Walk-up Waitlist. So, if the tables are full (which is likely), you can attempt to get on the mobile waitlist through the My Disney Experience app. Here’s the catch though, that waitlist ALSO tends to fill up! Look for this Walk-Up Waitlist sign! Within those first few minutes of Nomad Lounge opening, it’s common to see a message noting that the “Walk-Up List is at capacity.” AND, it stays that way pretty much all day (Occasionally you can get a table in the late afternoon, but we wouldn’t count on it). So, with no Advance Dining Reservations, eating at this popular location is NOT easy. My Disney Experience Screenshot If you DO want to visit Nomad Lounge (which you should, since it’s amazing), there are a few ways that you can try to get in. The first is to “rope drop” the restaurant. Arrive at the entrance to Nomad Lounge, located on the Pandora-facing side of Discovery Island PRIOR to the opening time. If it’s 11AM, consider hanging around outside around 10:30AM. Nomad Lounge Similarly, you can attempt to “rope drop” the Walk-Up Waitlist. At or just before opening time, pull out that phone and get ready to hop on the waitlist as soon as it becomes available. It might not be quite as intense as trying to get a Rise of the Resistance Boarding Group, but Nomad Lounge tables are a HOT commodity! Nomad Lounge And if you can’t get to the restaurant or on the waitlist right at opening, don’t despair! You might still be able to snag a table by using a refresh method similar to how you might look for Fastpasses or dining reservations. Throughout your day, repeatedly tap the “Join Walk-Up List” button on the Nomad Loung page in the My Disney Experience app — even if the page is displaying the “Walk-Up List is at capacity” message. Walk-Up Waitlist at Nomad Lounge Remember, people are constantly being seated or bailing from the waitlist, so your goal here is to catch the moment a space opens up on the list. We’ve had a LOT of success getting into Nomad Lounge by tapping that join button over and over again until we get through. So, if you’ve got a long line, get tapping. The more that page refreshes, the more likely you are to catch a spot on the waitlist. Nomad Lounge Still, if Nomad Lounge is a priority for you, treat it that way! With the limited capacity in the lounge, this isn’t the kind of spot that you can fit into your plans whenever. Make sure you get there at opening or get ready to be flexible based on when you can get on that Waitlist. If and when you do get in, we recommend the churros. We NEED more of these churros. As always, stay tuned to DFB for all the latest tips and tricks from 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. Have you had trouble getting into Nomad Lounge? Tell us in the comments! The post The Restaurant You Have to 'Rope Drop' in Disney World Right Now first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We hope you’re feeling SPOOKY! Boo Bash ©Disney We’ve got a LOT of news about this year’s brand-new Disney After Hours BOO Bash, the Halloween event that’s set to replace Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party in the Magic Kingdom. We’ve learned about the dates, the tickets, and even the NEW decorations we’ll see. Now, let’s take a look at what CHARACTERS we’ll spot! When Disney announced the Disney After Hours BOO Bash, they noted that special Character Cavalcades would be making an appearance. Now, we know which characters will roll through Magic Kingdom! Halloween Cavalcade Appearing Cavalcades will include some familiar faces with Mickey’s Happy Halloween Cavalcade with Mickey Mouse and friends (in COSTUME, no less)… Court Jester Mickey and Knight Donald …Jack’s Nightmare Cavalcade with Jack Skellington, Sally and, Oogie Boogie riding down the parade path to “This Is Halloween…” Jack Skellington …and Maleficent in the form of a fire-breathing dragon (A.K.A. the float we love from Festival of Fantasy). Mickey’s Happy Halloween Cavalcade and Jack’s Nightmare Cavalcade appeared during Halloweentime last year but we haven’t seen Maleficent since the Villains After Hours events prior to the closures! Maleficent And those aren’t the only characters you’ll see! Some spooky pals will pop up elsewhere in the park including Miss Carlotta at the Haunted Mansion, Goofy and Chip ‘n’ Dale in their Halloween threads, and more! Madame Carlotta outside the Haunted Mansion Plus, you bet the Cadaver Dans will be singing some scary tunes. Cadaver Dans It’s pretty exciting that we’ll get to see these characters in their spooky best (even if the event is EXPENSIVE). Stay tuned to DFB for MORE updates about Disney After Hours BOO Bash! Click here to find out when YOU can buy tickets! 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 characters are you most excited to see? Tell us in the comments! The post ALL the Characters and Cavalcades Confirmed for the BOO Bash Halloween Party in Magic Kingdom first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World may be kind of complicated to visit right now. So many things are changing, which takes a bit of extra planning. Disney World But there are a few things that Disney World is doing better than ever and we’re giving credit where credit’s due. Check out the 17 things Disney is doing better than ever 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: Something you think Disney is doing better than ever. The post DFB Video: 17 Things Disney Is Doing Better Than Ever first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

When Disney World first reopened, a number of restaurants reopened with it, but others remained closed. Over the past few months we’ve seen more restaurants become available to guests again and soon another spot will join the group! Time to Go to Animal Kingdom! Recently, Disney announced that character dining will be coming back to Disney’s Animal Kingdom this summer, and now we’ve got more details! Ready to enjoy a meal with Donald Duck and his friends in Animal Kingdom? Then you’ll be thrilled to know that Tusker House Restaurant is set to reopen in Disney’s Animal Kingdom on…June 20! ©Disney The restaurant previously served its meals buffet-style, but note that when Tusker House reopens it will be serving a family-style menu with African-inspired flavors. Tusker House will be a character dining location with friends like Donald Duck and others making an appearance. We expect it will be much like the other modified character dining experiences available in Disney World right now, where the characters greet guests from a distance. Tusker House Buffet Area | 2019 Reservations for Tusker House will become available on Friday, June 4th, so be sure to mark those calendars! Mickey Mouse We’ll continue to keep an eye out for more details and we’ll let you know what we find. Stay tuned for all the latest! Click here to see our review of the family-style breakfast being served at the newly reopened Cape May Cafe 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 excited for Tusker House to reopen? Tell us in the comments! The post NEWS: Reopening Date Announced for Tusker House Character Dining at Animal Kingdom first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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You’ve heard of the Jungle Cruise, you’ve heard of the backside of water, but have you heard of Jungle Navigation Co. Skipper Canteen!? That’s right! We’re bringing you a review from the punniest and most adventurous restaurant in Magic Kingdom. Skipper Canteen Spread We’re headed over to Magic Kingdom’s Adventureland to try out a restaurant we’ll be calling Skipper Canteen for this review (since that full name is SUPER lengthy). This is the only table service restaurant in Adventureland and easily the home of most of the more interesting meals that you can find in Magic Kingdom. We love this restaurant and think it’s a rock-solid addition to Magic Kingdom, yet many guests take it for granite. It’s definitely one of the boulder choices for dining in Disney World’s original park. (We should apologize now: buckle up — it’s gonna be a lot of Jungle Cruise jokes!) Hello and welcome to the world-famous Jungle Cruise…restaurant. We tend to enjoy visits to Skipper Canteen due to its immersive theme and unique menu. You’d be hard-pressed to find similar eats anywhere else in Disney World! This restaurant is themed around the “World Famous” Jungle Cruise attraction featuring “World Famous Jungle Cuisine” and there are SO many details to see in the theming. Skipper Canteen Get ready for a menu of surprising dishes inspired by African, Asian, and Latin cuisine. Plus, we might have a laugh along the way! And now ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, the moment you’ve all been waiting for…the start of…our review! Atmosphere The atmosphere at Skipper Canteen is inspired by the Jungle Cruise attraction, so this is a very good spot for those who LOVE the iconic attraction…or puns…puns too. Lots of puns. Skipper Canteen The story of the restaurant is that the granddaughter of the Jungle Cruise’s Dr. Albert Falls, Alberta Falls, took over the family business (That’s Jungle Navigation Co.!). Skipper Canteen Jungle Navigation Co. was originally a cargo shipping venture before they started offering Jungle Cruises to tourists. Now, Skipper Canteen offers meals for passengers before or after their Jungle Cruise! Skipper Canteen Skipper Canteen has three different dining rooms: the Falls Family Parlor is themed as a comfy space for the Falls family and is absolutely loaded with awesome animal details that are playful nods to the attraction (seriously — look up and down especially in here!). Skipper Canteen And there’s the once-secret meeting room of the Society of Adventurers and Explorers or S.E.A.. Skipper Canteen We were seated in the Crew Mess Hall! This is the first room you enter and the largest of the three. As you can see, most of the seating area contains standard tables and chairs and some booths. Skipper Canteen We love sitting in any of the dining rooms but the main room certainly feels lively! Skipper Canteen Another fun aspect is that your server will actually be a Jungle Cruise Skipper! So, in addition to serving up “World Famous Jungle Cuisine,” you’ll probably also get served some JOKES. Truth be told, Skippers can vary wildly here. We’ve had some just NOT breaking character and letting the dad-jokes rip the entire meal (love it!) and other times that the “Skipperiness” is barely detectable. Basically, your mileage may vary with your server. Skipper Canteen If you have a moment before or after your meal, we DEFINITELY recommend walking around and taking a look at some of the hidden details and jokes around the restaurant — like that barrel full of the backside of water! Skipper Canteen And remember to HAVE FUN! Your host, server, and even food runners might have some fun bits and jokes for you. Plus, it’s a relaxed atmosphere that still has dynamite food offerings. Skipper Canteen Speaking of dynamite food offerings, we don’t want to get ahead of ourselves. Or afoot of ourselves. (They’re not all winners, folks!) Eats As we’ve seen at most table service restaurants in Disney World at this time, the menu is available through a QR Code. Paper menus are available upon request. QR Code At our table, we were given a cloth napkin and utensils. Skipper Canteen As we’ve said, the Skipper Canteen menu is pretty unique. You’ve got four appetizer options. We’ve had lots of servers recommend the Falls Family Falafel in the past. Skipper Canteen Menu As for entrees, the Perkins Thai Noodles are a favorite of ours. For more adventurous eaters there’s the oddly NOT fun-named Sustainable Fish (it IS noted as “not piranha” sooo…). This is one or two (depends on what’s available) WHOLE fried fish. If you don’t mind picking through a lot of bones, this is quite good. We’re going to try something a little different today though! You’ll have to keep reading to find out what! Skipper Canteen Menu And here’s a glance at desserts. If you didn’t pick up on it from looking at the menu, you should definitely keep an eye out for jokes here as well! The whole menu is loaded with them! Skipper Canteen Menu Even the kids’ meal options are more on the adventurous side! Skipper Canteen Menu Skipper Canteen has a variety of beverage options including a few signature cocktails. The Schweitzer Slush is great for kids (created by famed explorer Dr. Albert…Slush!). They USED to have some really great souvenir cups here that the two specialty beverages were served in. We haven’t seen these offered for a while now. Skipper Canteen Menu And, being a table service restaurant in Magic Kingdom, there is a selection of beer and wine. You can also find those great sangrias here still! Skipper Canteen Menu Today, we opted to try the Jungle Navigation Co. Shandy cocktail for $10. This drink is an interesting mix of Blue Moon Belgium White Ale and Simply Lemonade. Jungle Navigation Co. Shandy This was nice and refreshing! There were some citrus hints but they weren’t overwhelming. Overall, it was a very enjoyable twist on a shandy but not as sweet as one made with Sprite. If you enjoy citrus beers, this is a fun drink to try that goes down easy! Well- you know what they say…safari, so good-ee. So I guess we’ll be moving on to our meal! Jungle Navigation Co. Shandy Our first appetizer was the Jungle Green Salad for $10. Be warned, this salad comes right from the depths of the jungle! At least, that’s what the menu says anyway. Jungle Green Salad This salad is made with Skipper Bill’s Iceberg Wedge with Shishito Peppers, Radish, Hearts of Palm, Cucumbers, and Pistachios with an Ají Pepper-Yogurt Dressing. Jungle Green Salad The hearts of palm were nice and salty and added a great tanginess to the salad. The shishito had a little bit of a kick, but nothing too crazy. If you’re totally spice averse, you might not like them but we did! Jungle Green Salad The dressing was a little spicy as well but there wasn’t very much of it so the vegetables and lettuce helped to cool the heat. We liked the kick in the dressing but weren’t the biggest fans of the yogurt flavors. Note that this salad does have nuts! Jungle Green Salad Our other appetizer was the ever-recommended Falls Family Falafel for $10. Falls Family Falafel This is a “secret recipe” of Chickpeas, Garlic, Onions, Lemon Juice, and Herbs served with House-made Edamame Hummus and Toasted Pumpkin Seeds. Falls Family Falafel For a plant-based dish, this was FULL of flavor and so, so tasty! It wasn’t too spicy and we loved the crunch from the pumpkin seeds. Plus, it was filling! This option could easily be a light entree for someone or great for sharing. Falls Family Falafel The falafel was flavorful and honestly, kind of reminded us of hushpuppies. We could mostly taste the onion and the lemon. Our reporter is a big garlic fan and her only wish was for MORE GARLIC. Falls Family Falafel Both of the appetizers were great portion sizes. We will say that for most appetizer options (and the rest of the menu, TBH), you need to be comfy with adventurous flavors. They are very fun and bold! We think plant-based eaters will especially appreciate these options. Too often Disney’s plant-based options seem a bit like they were trying too hard to cram a plant-based anything on the menu. But this is something plant and meat-eaters alike would genuinely enjoy — we did! Appetizers Alright, on to the entrees! First up, we’ve got the “Hardy Har Char” Siu Pork for $25. “Hardy Har Char” Siu Pork This dish is Char Siu-marinated Pork served with Seasonal Vegetables and Jasmine Rice and it was HUGE. “Hardy Har Char” Siu Pork This one wasn’t spicy as it had more of a sweet barbecue-like sauce. Think more like a VERY red sweet and sour sauce. The serving was four BIG pieces of pork, a big ol’ pile of jasmine rice, and those seasonal veggies. We had bok choy which was lightly seasoned and a nice addition to the dish. In the past we’ve had broccolini with this dish as well. “Hardy Har Char” Siu Pork The rice was cooked perfectly and the bok choy was simply done so that you could really taste its natural flavors. Grab a bite of pork with the rice and you’re set with some awesome flavors. The pork is mega flavorful and well-seasoned. Would now be a good time to mention that Skipper Canteen is sponsored in part by the hippo farmers of America? Hippo: The other-other white meat. “Hardy Har Char” Siu Pork We would also note that the pork might be the safest bet on the menu for picky eaters. The sauce is sweet and nothing is overly seasoned so it may be better for pickier palettes. “Hardy Har Char” Siu Pork Aaaand our other option was the Curried Vegetable Crew Stew for $19. According to the menu, it’s “a favorite of the Crew Stew Crew (especially Stu).” Curried Vegetable Crew Stew Expect bites of Seasonal Vegetables and Pineapple Tofu in a House-made Curry Sauce served with Coconut Rice. And, yep, it’s a plant-based dish! Curried Vegetable Crew Stew There was a little kick to the curry, but it wasn’t overwhelming. We spotted cauliflower, carrots, haricot verts, red bell pepper, and pineapple chunks as our seasonal vegetables and they were super flavorful and delicious. Curried Vegetable Crew Stew The coconut sticky rice was OUT OF THIS WORLD. We loved the slight coconut flavor and it almost had a creamy texture with a nuttiness that was amazing. The green onions were a nice touch too. We could’ve just eaten a big ol’ bowl of this rice. We want the recipe!!! Curried Vegetable Crew Stew The tofu was lightly fried and had a fun pineapple flavor that we enjoyed and the Methi bread was awesome. We could eat that bread all day long. If you’re looking for a fun and unique dish, try the stew! We would definitely order it again. Again, another thoughtfully-crafted plant-based dish. Score another one for Skipper Canteen! Curried Vegetable Crew Stew For dessert, we had Panna-Connie’s Congo Lime Delight for $9. Panna-Connie’s Congo Lime Delight This unique treat is a Lime “Panna Cotta” served with Mango-Lime Sorbet and Fresh Fruit. And it’s the finale of what turned out to be our almost entirely plant-based meal (minus the pork ). Panna-Connie’s Congo Lime Delight The sorbet was delicious. It was sweet and tart with little candied lime zest on top. The panna cotta was VERY tart, almost to the point that it needed more sugar. It didn’t have the sweetness we were looking for to balance the sour. Panna-Connie’s Congo Lime Delight The lime flavor mostly came through in the aftertaste and it was pretty fresh and cool — it just could’ve been a little sweeter! The sugar crumble was yummy so we would’ve loved more of that too. If you really love citrus this will hit the spot, but you might want something sweeter for dessert too. Panna cotta fans will enjoy this, especially if they don’t mind a little tart. It was a good portion so it could be easily shared! Panna-Connie’s Congo Lime Delight And now, probably the most dangerous part of our journey- the return to civilization! I certainly hope you’ve enjoyed our cruise, err, meal. Make sure you have all personal belongings with you… cameras, purses, small children… anything left on board will be thrown screaming to the elephants. Nosh or Not You SHOULD eat at Jungle Navigation Co. Ltd. Skipper Canteen if… You are looking for a fun atmosphere or LOVE the Jungle Cruise. The theming at this spot is absolutely amazing and fans of the Jungle Cruise or a more immersive dining experience will probably have a blast! You enjoy more adventurous flavors and dishes. Magic Kingdom is not known for its revolutionary or adventurous options in general, but Skipper Canteen has some of the more unique plates in Disney World. You’re a plant-based eater (or don’t mind skipping the meat). Skipper Canteen has a very wide variety of actually QUITE good plant-based options compared to most Disney World restaurants. You should SKIP Jungle Navigation Co. Ltd. Skipper Canteen if… You don’t have a lot of time. Skipper Canteen can be a longer dining experience so if you only have one day in Magic Kingdom, you may want to skip it. Head to a quick service location instead! You have picky eaters in your group. Skipper Canteen is not a very easy spot to take picky eaters. The options are mostly unique and very flavorful! You want to eat outside. Skipper Canteen does have very neat dining spaces — but they’re all indoors! Overall We absolutely love dining at Skipper Canteen. The food is adventurous and tasty, the service is playful, and we can’t help but LOVE every single Jungle Cruise-inspired detail. Whether you’re looking for a great bite or a great belly laugh, you’ll leave Skipper Canteen smiling and happy. We’re not sure we’ve ever had a bad meal here and the atmosphere is so light and carefree. There is a lot to look at all around the restaurant and the unique food makes for a super fun dining experience. You might walk right past this Adventureland joint but you really shouldn’t! Sure, skip Skipper Canteen if you have a busy day or a party full of picky eaters; but if you have time to sit and don’t mind more adventurous flavors, you should consider making this reservation a part of your plans! Overall, we love this place. The atmosphere and the food are amazing and the Cast Members are so hilarious and kind. We’ve never felt rushed here and a Skipper Canteen meal is very relaxing. Do note, the prices are on the high side for some items (but also, they’re not TOO bad by Disney standards!), but you could split a few dishes and still get to enjoy the awesome vibes. We’ll certainly be back at Skipper Canteen and you know we make a habit of visiting all the other restaurants in Disney World too! Well folks, we’ve laughed. We’ve cried. We’ve almost died! I love you like family. Now go away. I’m sorry, that was rude. Please go away. Click here to see another review of Skipper Canteen! 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 Skipper Canteen? Tell us in the comments! The post REVIEW! We're Back at Disney World's World-Famous Jungle Cruise...Restaurant! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It might be June, but we’ve got Halloween on the mind! Mickey Pumpkin This morning, Disney dropped a BUNCH of news about the brand new Disney After Hours BOO Bash that is replacing Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party this year. We now know more about event dates and tickets, but we ALSO got some exciting updates about decorations for the festivities! As you might know, October 1st is Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary and the first day of the 18-month “The World’s Most Magical Celebration” event. Of course, that day is sitting right in the middle of the Halloween season so what kind of decorations will we see: Anniversary ones or Halloween ones? ©Disney The answer is BOTH. We’ve gotten pretty used to seeing those cute Mickey pumpkins as the main feature of Halloween decorations in Magic Kingdom, but this year, the decor is getting a revamp! Magic Kingdom Halloween Disney announced that the decorations on Main Street, U.S.A. will receive “a magical transformation” for the events in October as the 50th celebrations begin. Walt Disney Imagineering teamed up with the Walt Disney World Resort Holiday Services team to BLEND the Halloweentime vibes with the story of Cinderella — featuring special pumpkin coach decorations that will add to the park’s sparkling “EARidescence” decor. Halloween in Magic Kingdom 50th Anniversary celebrations AND Halloween celebrations at the same time!? That’s a lot to take in! We’re SO excited to see what they will look like. We’re bringing you a LOT more news about Disney After Hours BOO Bash, so stay tuned! Click here to see the event dates and ticket pricing for Disney After Hours BOO Bash! 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 these decorations? Tell us in the comments! The post NEW Halloween Decorations Are Coming to Magic Kingdom This Year! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Fantasy reigns at Magic Kingdom Park, especially as we get ready for Walt Disney World Resort’s 50th anniversary in October and “The World’s Most Magical Celebration.” Case in point, we recently announced the park will soon be your ghost host for “Disney After Hours Boo Bash” on 23 select nights later this year, starting Aug. 10 and continuing through Oct. 31 from 9 p.m. to midnight.* We are thrilled to share some more frightfully fun details on what you will experience during this limited-capacity separately ticketed event:http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/5Frp_P_rPGY View the full article

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