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Summer is flying into Disney World with tropical merchandise and refreshing drinks perfect for a sunny day! The Grand Floridian And, we’ve got our floral Minnie Ears in tote because we’re heading to Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort to try a NEW dessert that will make you feel like you’re kicking back on the beach! Disney’s Animal Kingdom might be the place to see actual animals, but the Tropical Flamingo Miniature Gateau (wow, that’s a mouth-full, isn’t it?) is shaking its tail feathers at the Gasparilla Island Grill. Look at That Cutie! The golden sponge cake is filled with a tropical-flavored mousse with butter cream and a sugar flamingo. And, while that already sounds delicious, we can’t get over how stinkin’ cute this gateau is with those piped “feathers” and the flamingo head greeting guests! The cake on the gateau was wonderfully light and moist, which is complimented by the flavorful mousse. The tropical flavors are a nice stand-out compared to the vanilla flavors of the buttercream and cake. Buuut, we have to say that we wish there had been enough mousse and cake to balance ALL THAT FROSTING! While the buttercream tasted great, there was a LOT of it on the gateau, causing the other flavors to be drowned out a bit. Flamingo Gateau If you’re a mega icing fan (or your kids are snacking on this), you’d probably love it as is! Still, you may want to scrape off some of that frosting to really take in the flavors of the cake and tropical mousse instead. A Peek Inside the Gateau You can kick off your summer vacations with the Tropical Flamingo Miniature Gateau for $7.99 before exploring the rest of Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort! And, we’ll be sure to give you a look at the rest of the treats we spot around Disney World soon. Stay tuned with DFB for the latest Disney news and reviews! Review of the newly reopened Fairfax Fare in Disney’s Hollywood Studios! 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 have a summer trip planned to Disney World? Let us know in the comments below! The post REVIEW: Disney World's New Flamingo Treat Is For MEGA Frosting Fans! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’re VERY excited for a certain hotel offering coming to Disney World soon. Can you guess which? ©Disney via IAAPA Expo 2020 Presentation Yep, it’s the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser. This totally immersive offering will debut in 2022 and we can’t WAIT to visit The Sublight Lounge, see a “REAL” lightsaber in person, and more! Now, we’re checking in on behind-the-scenes progress! Today, Walt Disney Imagineering filed a permit for “Project H Facility Wide Assets.” Project H is considered to be Project Halcyon — A.K.A. the name of the starcruiser! Permit Screenshot The facility-wide assets are coming from a company called MAD Creative Fabrication that typically does themed set work. Yep, this could mean the actual theming of the starcruiser is about to take shape! Crown of Corellia Dining Room Concept Art ©Disney The other interesting thing to note is that the expiration date is January 29th, 2022. That means that’s the date that this specific work is expected to wrap completely. ©Disney We’ll be keeping a close eye out for more Galactic Starcruiser news, so stay tuned to DFB for all the latest updates! Want to learn about MORE Galactic Starcruiser news? Watch our video! 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 about Galactic Starcruiser? Tell us in the comments! The post Permit Filed for a BIG STEP on Disney World's Star Wars Hotel! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

As we’ve continued to see major breakthroughs in health and safety procedures, all adults in the United States became eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine in the middle of April. Minnie Mouse knows the importance of a comfortable face covering! Moving forward, health officials have been working to possibly put vaccine passports in place, while the CDC has stated that fully vaccinated people can be outdoors without a mask. Now that adults have access to the vaccine, there’s been the question of when the vaccine would become available to people under the age of 16. The New York Times has reported that the FDA has authorized the use of the Pfizer vaccine for 12 to 15 year olds. This is major progress as many kids have returned to in-person classes around peers and adults. Now that the FDA has undergone successful trials, the CDC will be meeting to discuss the data and make its own recommendations about the use of the vaccine for this age group moving forward. Health & Safety Signs Once the CDC gives its approval, Pfizer vaccinations for those aged 12 to 15 years old could become available immediately. Dr. Kristin Oliver, a pediatrician and vaccine expert at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York, has stated, “This is great news. It feels like we’ve been waiting a long time to start protecting children in this age group.” The Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine is already available to anyone over 16. Relaxation Station The Pfizer vaccine has already been tested in groups of children aged 5 to 11 as well as ages 2 to 5. They plan to expand their research to children aged 6 months to 2 years old soon. Pfizer is looking to apply for FDA approval of the vaccine for groups aged 2 to 11 in September. The results from Moderna’s vaccine findings in those aged 12 to 17 will likely be released in the next few weeks, as research about the vaccine in ages 6 months to 12 years old will possibly be available later in the year. Be Sure to Check Out All of Disney’s Policies Currently, AstraZeneca is testing the vaccine in children aged 6 months and older, while Johnson & Johnson plans to wait for results in the trials conducted on participants over the age of 12 before testing in younger children. Distancing Sign We’ll be sure to keep you updated on everything you need to know about health and safety regulations moving forward. And, you can stay tuned with DFB for the latest news. We’re still struggling with these Disney World changes! 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 planned on visiting a theme park this year? Let us know in the comments below! The post NEWS: FDA Authorizes the Pfizer Vaccine for Kids Aged 12 to 15 first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Heading to Disney World this summer? Be prepared to see lots of new friends on Main Street, U.S.A. with you this summer! So far, it’s been looking like it’ll be pretty busy in the summer this year at the Disney World theme parks. Over the past few weeks, we’ve seen Park Passes steadily booking up for many days during the summer. But now lots of Park Passes have been restocked!! A big thanks to our reader Joe (@schreiberjoe on Instagram) for alerting us to these changes! We took a look at the availability calendars earlier in the day and they were looking VERY full for many days this summer. But, as Joe noted, it looks like quite a lot of Park Passes were restocked later in the day. Let’s take a look at what the calendar looks like now! May We’ll start in May. For reference, this is what the calendar looked like this morning for Theme Park Tickets Guests and guests at Select Resort Hotels (their calendars were very similar in terms of availability). ©Disney And here’s what the calendar for Annual Passholders looked like this morning. The calendars were all full of grey and yellow days. ©Disney And here’s what they look like now for Theme Park Tickets Guests… ©Disney …guests at Select Resort Hotels… ©Disney …and Annual Passholders. ©Disney The situation hasn’t really changed much for Annual Passholders. But, for both theme park tickets guests and guests at select resort hotels, many of those days that were previously entirely SOLD OUT now show Park Pass availability at least at some of the Disney World parks! June Now we move onto June. Earlier today, this is what the calendar was looking like for both Theme Park Tickets guests and Select Resort Hotels guests (they looked very similar). ©Disney Now, this is what the calendar looks like for Theme Park Tickets Guests… ©Disney …and Select Resort hotel guests. ©Disney Those days that were once greyed out now appear to be yellow — meaning there is availability at least at some of the Disney World theme parks on those days. When it comes to Annual Passholders, the entire month of June was previously green and it remains that way still. ©Disney Of course, that is subject to change in the future. July Finally, we’ll take a look at July. Again, for reference, here’s what things looked like earlier for Theme Park Tickets guests and Select Resort Hotels guests (the calendars looked very similar). ©Disney And here’s what they look like now for Theme Park Tickets Guests… ©Disney …and Select Resort Hotel guests. ©Disney While Park Passes for the Fourth of July are still booked for Magic Kingdom for those 2 groups of guests, much of the rest of the month is now fully available. Annual Passholders previously had and still have full Park Pass availability throughout the month of July. ©Disney Again, all of this availability is subject to change, so if you’ve been waiting to grab your Park Passes for this summer, be sure to book them now while there’s quite a bit of availability!! And check out our video below to see what you should (and shouldn’t) expect in Disney World right now. Stay tuned for more updates from us here at DFB! 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 Disney World this summer? Tells us in the comments! The post Don't Wait! Disney World Park Passes Refilled For Lots of Summer Dates! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Hey there DFB readers, we’re back with another restaurant review! Let’s EAT! We’ve dined at every restaurant in Disney World, but we make sure to visit again and again to bring you the most up-to-date details and info. That’s especially the case when a restaurant reopens, and today we’re headed over to Hollywood Studios for such an occasion! Fairfax Fare on Sunset Boulevard has officially reopened to park goers, and we’re thrilled to be back to enjoy our meal with a view of the hustle and bustle. Let’s get this thing started! Atmosphere This spot is located in the middle of Sunset Boulevard, the home of Tower of Terror, Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster, tons of shops, and a few other quick service dining locations. This little stand isn’t overly impressive or anything really special, but the big “pro” here is that you can grab your food and plop down at a bench with the perfect location for people-watching. Y’all ready for this? If you plan on dining here, Mobile Order should be your go-to. There’s a sign out in front of the stand with the ordering information, or you can find it listed as one of the choices in the My Disney Experience app. Don’t know how to pull up Mobile Order? Check this sign out! We placed our order in the app and were notified once it was ready. Today was a soft opening, so there weren’t any menus up at the restaurant, but we had quite the selection once we opened Mobile Order. ©Disney After you pick up your food, the condiments (like ketchup) were available in individual packets. If you want ketchup…they have PLENTY. We found a table nearby — the perfect spot to enjoy our meal. We’ve got quite the spread, now don’t we?! Not gonna lie, this is a ton of food. Now that we’ve got our food, drinks, and a comfy place to sit, it’s time to chow down! Eats Let’s kick things off with the Chicago-style Hot Dog Plant-based Salad for $11.49! We’ll start light with a salad. This salad is made with a plant-based bratwurst, Romaine lettuce, sweet pickles, tomatoes, poppyseed and celery seed brioche croutons, pickle relish, neon relish vinaigrette, sweet peppers, and mustard. That’s a LOT of ingredients, and boy does it look filling! This plant-based brat was seriously good. We were honestly surprised by how delicious the bratwurst was on this salad. The vinaigrette was nice and creamy, which worked really well with the many elements of this entree. This pick is basically all the fun of a hot dog but served in a more fun and creative way. It’s a really great choice for plant-based eaters! Would we try this again? Heck yeah! Now, let’s move on to the dogs…starting with the California BLTA Dog for $11.49. That’s a lot of ingredients on one dog. It’s an all-beef quarter pound hotdog with lettuce, tomato, avocado, and bacon — we’re talking actual BIG bacon pieces (YESS!). It’s also topped with housemaid black pepper mayonnaise and Cool Ranch tortilla chips, served on a brioche butter bun with pickled vegetables in a cup on the side. This bun is packed with stuff! Y’all. This was fun! It was really fresh, and the bacon and avocado mixed together was a big hit for us. The crushed chips on top added a little extra crunch, though we’re not sure the dog needed it. Same with the mustard. The household mayonnaise gave the hot dog plenty of flavor on its own, so it really didn’t need the mustard as well, but if you’re a big mustard fan you may appreciate that added flavor punch. Not bad, my dude, not bad. But, it’s also important to note those pickled vegetables specifically. They were pretty spicy (even without the jalapenos, they’d have some kick), but we thoroughly enjoyed them. Definitely a great way that you could take your dog to the next level. Definitely say “yes” to the pickled veggies. And if you thought that dog was crazy, just wait until you see the Truffle Bacon Macaroni and Cheese Dog for $11.49! Cue mouth-watering goodness. Served on the same brioche butter bun, you’ll find another quarter-pound hot dog, but this time it’s topped with macaroni and cheese and applewood-smoked bacon crumbles! This one also had mustard on top, but it made a lot more sense with the ingredients and actually added to the flavor profile as a whole. They certainly don’t skimp on the pasta! This Mac & Cheese Dog was definitely our favorite of the ones we tried today because it was all just paired so perfectly. The mac and cheese itself was served warm and SO creamy and that bun was melt-in-your-mouth delicious. Every part of this dog just seemed to jive together really well! This one’s definitely a crowd-pleaser. And the last of the dogs was the Pretzel Dog for $11.49. Remember when pretzel buns were super popular? Well, Disney’s bringing back the trend! As you might’ve guessed, this dog is served on a pretzel bun! It’s topped with sauerkraut, which was probably our favorite part of the dog overall. The pretzel bun itself was pretty good, but it kept absorbing the sauerkraut, making it a little bit soggy by the time we finished. It got a taaad bit soggy… If you want a dog that’s more straightforward without all the ingredients of the other two, then this could be a solid go-to. The bun was covered in big, coarse pieces of salt (which we liked!), but in the end, we felt like it was just a tad too much bread for the size of the hot dog. That bun is THICK. If you like things a bit more scaled back, a plain hot dog is available as well. Right now, the only side item available on the menu is the parmesan chips. They’re a pretty solid portion size for a side item, and they’re essentially house-made kettle chips with parmesan cheese sprinkled on top. But you know what? They were one of our favorites from the meal and we’d definitely recommend them to a friend! (Can’t go wrong with a good potato chip!) Parmesan. Chips. Need we say more? Now let’s discuss our drinks! There are a few different alcoholic beverage options on this menu, but the ones we chose to review today were the Tampa Bay Reef Donkey APA and the Bold City Duke’s Cold Nose Brown Ale. We also ordered two drinks! Our reporter really loved the APA, noting that it had a slight citrus flavor and was very refreshing. The brown ale was darker with caramel and chocolate notes, which definitely made it heavier. The person who tried it noted that it was smooth and enjoyable, but that they wouldn’t likely be able to drink more than one. We’re getting some strong ballpark vibes here… You can order either of these drinks for $10 each. What was our final impression? So, now that we’ve tried everything out, let’s break down our thoughts! Nosh or Not Drop by Fairfax Fare if… You LOOOVE hot dogs and you want to try some outside-the-box options. You want something that’s quick and easy to eat in Hollywood Studios. You want a place where you can dine outside with a view of what’s going on around you. Keep On Walking if… You don’t like hot dogs. That’s pretty much the gist of what you’ll get here. You want something a little more exciting or unique than a hot dog with atypical toppings. You’re looking for a meal that’s relaxing, fancy, out of the heat, or at a table service restaurant. This one is for those who are on the go! Overall We genuinely enjoyed our stop at Fairfax Fare today, but let us tell you — that was a LOT of food! The prices are pretty typical for Disney World hot dogs and the options are fairly limited, but if one of these items, in particular, sounds like something you want to try, then we’d suggest placing a Mobile Order next time you’re in the area. It’s not really destination-worthy, but if you need a quick pick-me-up, it’s a solid choice. Stay tuned to DFB for more food reviews and dining details straight from the Disney parks, resorts, and Disney Springs! We’ve got all the info you need on what to eat during your vacation! Click Here to Read a Recent Review of Rosie’s All-American Cafe Next Door! 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 hot dog sounds the most interesting to you? Let us know in the comments! The post REVIEW of the NEW Hot Dog Menu at Fairfax Fare in Disney's Hollywood Studios first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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Right now, to visit a Disneyland Resort theme park you need a valid ticket AND a theme park reservation (just like how things are currently being done in Disney World). It’s Almost Time to Visit Avengers Campus! In just a few weeks Avengers Campus will be opening at Disney California Adventure Park, and theme park reservations for that day had been filling up. But now things have changed! If you haven’t already gotten your park passes for the opening of Avengers Campus, NOW is the time!! Earlier today, we took a look at the Disneyland park reservation availability calendar and things were looking very full in June for both Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park for those with tickets allowing them access to 1 park per day… What the Availability Calendar Looked Like Before | ©Disney …and those with Park Hopper tickets. Things Were Very Full | ©Disney As you can see, the calendars for both of these ticket types were showing limited availability through June, and June 4th in particular was totally SOLD OUT. But, we checked again later in the day and now the calendar looks very different! There is now a LOT of park reservation availability for both Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Park throughout June for both 1-park per day ticket guests… Things Look Very Different! | ©Disney …and Park Hopper ticket guests. There is even FULL availability to get a park reservation for Disney California Adventure Park on Avengers Campus’ opening day, June 4th, for both types of guests. Lots of Availability! ©Disney This availability could change again very soon, so we’d highly recommend that you get your park pass reservations NOW if you haven’t already, particularly if you’re thinking of visiting on Avengers Campus’ opening day! Just keep in mind that park admission at Disneyland is currently limited to California residents. Avengers Campus ©Disney We’ll keep an eye out for more updates and let you know what we find! Click here to see everything we know about Avengers Campus! Disneyland Reopening Details and Info Click HERE for the All Latest Updates Disneyland Reopening April 30th California Residents Will Be the ONLY People Allowed to Visit Reopened Disneyland Initially Avengers Campus Set to Open June 4th Click Here to See All the Rides That Will Reopen Initially in Disneyland Click Here to See All the Restaurants That Will Reopen Initially in Disneyland Disneyland Ticket Price Info and Blockout Dates Released Disneyland's Grand Californian Hotel Reopening Date Announced! Everything You NEED To Know About Wearing Masks at a Disney Park Join the DFB Newsletter To get all the latest Disney Park Closure News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe Are you planning to visit Disneyland soon? Tell us in the comments! The post GO! Park Passes Refilled for the Grand Opening of Avengers Campus in Disneyland! 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. Does today sound like a good day for some Disney shopping therapy? Well, that’s probably more of a rhetorical question. Disney Merchandise We love bringing you the latest ways to save on your next Disney vacation and get your hands on Disney merchandise at a discount. And, today we sifted through all the Disney goodies you can find on Amazon to bring you the BEST deals this week! Between travel essentials, games, and more, you’re in for some seriously great deals — let’s get to it! One of the first things you’ll need before you leave on your next Disney vacation is a suitcase and they can cost a lot if you don’t already have one stored away for your travels. And, that’s where Disney’s Hardside Suitcase comes in to save the day. This carry-on-sized suitcase is covered in Mickey and Minnie and is currently marked down from $179.99 to $79.99. ©Amazon So, you’ll be saving $100 DOLLARS on your luggage (!!) PLUS it even comes in other designs at a discount, including a Disney Villians pattern! Get the Disney Hardside Suitcase here! If you’d prefer a larger-sized suitcase that features a soft side for maximum packing abilities, Amazon also has a Disney Softside Suitcase available at a MAJOR discount! The 28-inch suitcase is the size for checked luggage and comes in patterns like the Minnie Mouse patch one featured here, a Micky Mouse pattern, and more! ©Amazon And, you’ll be rolling in some savings when you pick this suitcase up as it was originally $179.99, but is marked down to $94.66 right now. Purchase the Disney Softside Suitcase here! Disney jewelry can be some of the most expensive souvenirs that you can find at Disney World, but you can usually find some pretty good deals if you opt to shop online instead. This week we found the Minnie Mouse Birthstone Earrings marked down from $50 to $29.99. ©Amazon The earrings also come in other birthstones and some are marked down even more! Click HERE to grab the Minnie Mouse Earrings! Those of you that love Disney board games are in for a treat too! You can get Disney Villains Monopoly and challenge your family and friends to see who can contract the most wicked Disney villains of all time. ©Amazon And, you can get the game at a discount! It was $29.99 and is now only $19.60. Check out Disney Villains Monopoly online here! Or, you can get Apples to Apples: Disney Edition and see who can come up with the funniest combinations! The cards have even been updated in this version of the game to include characters and themes from Disney’s Frozen, Inside Out, and Big Hero 6! ©Amazon And, you’ll score some savings on this one too! It was $19.99 and now is marked down to $13.52. Get Apples to Apples: Disney Edition here! Disney LEGO sets are another costly souvenir that kiddos often want when they’re visiting Disney World (or your local store that sells them, TBH), but you can get the Frozen II Arendelle Castle Village set on Amazon for a discount right now! ©Amazon The set includes the Frozen Castle and some of the markets and items found in the village so you can create your own Frozen story at home. And, it’s marked down from $79.99 to $63.99. Purchase the LEGO Disney Frozen II Arendelle Castle Village here! Remember when FatHead wall decals became a trendy decoration style for kids? Well, now you can get Disney Princess Wall Decals and cover the walls in Cinderella, Aurora, Ariel, Rapunzel, Tiana, Belle, and Snow White, all at a discount! ©Amazon The decal set originally cost $15.99, but you can save a couple dollars and get them for $12.64 right now. Click HERE to grab the Disney Princess Wall Decals! And, if you want to complete your little princess’s bedroom palace, you can score some savings on the Disney Princess Twin Comforter when you shop on Amazon! The bedding is covered in the classic princesses and it only costs $44.67 (originally $59.99). ©Amazon So, you can makeover your kiddo’s room knowing that you saved some cash! Check out the Disney Princess Twin Comforter online here! Not every Disney essential or souvenir needs to break the bank! These Amazon deals are currently available this week and may not last long, so go ahead and get shopping! We’ll continue to bring ya the latest Disney deals and updates — stay tuned! Check out 20 Disney Items for UNDER $20! 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 items are on your wishlist right now? 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Things at Disney World’s parks all around the world are constantly changing, especially due to the ongoing situation with the COVID-19 pandemic. Tokyo Disneyland | 2017 Right now all of Disney’s theme parks around the world have reopened, except for Disneyland Paris, which remains closed at this time. While Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea are open, things will soon be changing a little bit there in response to some COVID-19 measures. Recently, Tokyo Disney Resort announced that the park operating hours for both Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea will change soon. They noted that this is based on the “extension of priority measures to prevent the spread of New Coronavirus implemented by the Chiba Prefecture local government.” Right now through May 16th, Toyko Disney Resort’s theme parks will be open from 9AM to 8PM. Starting May 17th, that will change to 10AM to 7PM. These modified hours will last through May 31st. Tokyo Disney Resort This is not the first time we’ve seen the parks reduce their hours in the past few months. Their recent announcement notes that theme park opening hours may vary by day though, so guests should check the Tokyo Disney Resort website for more details. Sales of Early Entry tickets for guests staying at a Disney hotel will be suspended from May 17th through May 31st. Just Looking at This Photo Makes Us Hungry for Popcorn Tokyo Disney Resort has also issued an update regarding refunds on some tickets that were unused with fixed admission dates from July 1, 2021 through June 11, 2021. The website notes what ticket types are eligible for a refund or change, and also states that tickets that were purchased “or changed to a different fixed admission date, on or after May 11, 2021 will not be valid for a refund.” They’ve also posted an update about the Park admission by lottery system. Specifically, the Tokyo Disney website now notes that if you’re not able to “visit the Park on the date of Park admission received in the lottery during the period when priority measures are in place to prevent the spread of New Coronavirus (from April 20 through May 31, 2021), then your next lottery attempt can be made from the month of scheduled visit in May (for June or July Park admissions).” Cool Souvenirs! If you’ll be visiting Tokyo Disney Resort soon, these are important changes to keep in mind. Want to know more about Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo Disney Sea? Check out our video below about 6 things that surprised us about Tokyo Disney! We’ll keep an eye out for more updates from Tokyo Disney Resort and let you know what we find. Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney news. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Have you ever been to Tokyo Disney Resort? Tell us in the comments! The post Important Park Hour Changes Coming to Tokyo Disney Resort Soon 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. Lookin’ for something new to wear to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge? Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge We feel ya! Here at DFB, we’re constantly keeping an eye out for the latest Disney finds (and sales!). And today, we spotted some new tees that are perfect for a trip around the galaxy. Our first shirt is for fans of our favorite intergalactic baby: Grogu! Our pal looks like he’s meditating on an icy blue shirt with text that reads “Stay chill.” Whatever you say, Baby Yoda! ©BoxLunch If you wanna snag this tee, you’ll want to grab it ASAP. It’s currently discounted from $28.90 to $23.12! Click Here to Buy the Grogu “Stay Chill” T-Shirt! Or, you can advertise your love for Blue Milk by wearing the Hoth Blue Milk T-Shirt! And hey — we even spot the Resistance symbol on the logo. ©BoxLunch This one’s on sale, too, from $28.90 to $23.12! Sounds like a pretty sweet deal to us. Click Here to Buy the Hoth Blue Milk T-Shirt! Whether you’re cozying up for a movie marathon or fighting the First Order on Rise of the Resistance, these tees are a solid addition to any Star Wars fan’s wardrobe. Grab ’em while they’re still on sale — and stay tuned to DFB for plenty more Disney news! Check Out More Star Wars Merch! 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 grab either of these shirts? Let us know in the comments! The post Blue Milk Fans: We Found the Disney T-Shirt for You first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

You might not think it’s the right time of year to get spooky, but did you realize we’re Halfway to Halloween!? @Disney Disney World is celebrating Halfway to Halloween in a big way. We’ve seen limited-time treats, special merchandise, and exciting announcements. Now, we’re trying out ANOTHER spooky treat. Over at The Ganachery in Disney Springs, there is a special offering that features some of our favorite witches — the Sanderson Sisters! Check out the Halfway to Halloween Hocus Pocus Hot Chocolate Bomb! Hot Chocolate Bomb This kit comes in a cute little box with a chocolate broom and a hot chocolate cauldron — complete with Mary, Winnifred, and Sarah, of course! Hot Chocolate Bomb How does it work? Well, you place that chocolatey cauldron in a mug, pour some hot milk on top, and then stir with the chocolate broom until everything dissolves together. YUM. Hot Chocolate Bomb On top of that, it’s super cute! Look at the detail on the chocolate broom. Hot Chocolate Bomb Plus the spooky and sweet visages of the sisters’ three. Hot Chocolate Bomb We aren’t able to give this a try in the parks because of the whole no mug or boiling milk situation, but if the usual quality of Ganachery chocolate is any indication, we sure are in for a treat when we get our hot chocolate on later! Hot Chocolate Bomb You can snag this treat at The Ganachery in Disney Springs for $14.91 after tax. Right now you need the secret code amuck, amuck, amuck to order this treat! And remember, it will only be available through May 12th. As always, stay tuned to DFB to see ALL the latest Disney eats and treats! Want to see more from Halfway to Halloween? 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. Would you try this Hot Chocolate Bomb? Tell us in the comments! The post Celebrate Halfway to Halloween in Disney World By...Dissolving the Sanderson Sisters?! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Welcome back, DFB friends! We’re here with another What’s New at Disney’s Animal Kingdom! Disney’s Animal Kingdom And, we’ve got plenty of updates to share with you! So, what are you waiting for? Let’s dive right on in! Disney’s Animal Kingdom Food Update Anandapur Ice Cream Truck As we celebrate Asian Pacific Heritage Month, the Anandapur Ice Cream Truck has brought back one of the many Raya and the Last Dragon treats we recently saw! Anandapur Ice Cream Truck Instead of hosting the Yeti Sundae as per usual, the menu has been swapped to feature the Mighty-Mist Soft-Serve with strawberry and vanilla ice cream swirled together in a blue-tinted white chocolate waffle cone! Mighty Mist Returns! You can pick it up for $5.49 now, but you might want to hurry since we don’t know how long it will be around! Read our review of the Mighty Mist Soft-Serve here! Disney’s Animal Kingdom Merchandise Update Dino Institute After taking a blast to the past aboard Dinosaur, we popped into the neighboring Dino Institute store to find the sweetest Mickey Mouse Otterbox Phone Case! Mickey Mouse Otterbox Case The light blue background makes Mickey’s red shorts pop, along with his black and white silhouette… Mickey Mouse Otterbox Case …and you can use the case on your phone for $59.99 to snap all those photos around Disney’s Animal Kingdom or use My Disney Experience! Island Mercantile We couldn’t resist scoping out more merchandise in Disney’s Animal Kingdom! So, we made our way over to the Island Mercantile to find that it was FULLY stocked with all the new tropical items that just debuted! So Many Tropical Items! You can take home new tees, bags, a pair of ears, home goods, and MORE to add a bit of an island vibe to your home or wardrobe. What Are You Taking with You to the Beach? Which item are you totally taking home with you first?? Take a look at the full tropical collection here! Speaking of new collections, even the brand new Rainbow Collection has arrived on the scene at Island Mercantile in time for Pride Month this June! You can take home a colorful Mickey Ear Hat… Mickey Mouse Rainbow Hat …a new vibrant face mask that will POP in all your pictures… Mickey Mouse Rainbow Face Mask …and so much more! We can’t wait to see all the rest of the items that continue to debut in time for the Pride Month celebrations soon. Check out all the items in the Rainbow Collection here! Disney’s Animal Kingdom Entertainment Update The Festival of the Lion King It was the best day EVER in Disney’s Animal Kingdom because Festival of the Lion King had a soft reopening, welcoming everyone back to the show! There were a lot of laughs, tears, and (of course) excited squeals over the return of the live show. BUT, there also some major modifications in order to follow health and safety guidelines! Festival of the Lion King Now called “A Celebration of The Festival of the Lion King,” there have been alterations made to both the staging and the seating in the theatre. Disney is promoting distancing still, so there is limited capacity for the show. That means you MUST have your whole group together and you MUST stay together before you enter the theatre and when you’re inside. Celebration of the Festival of the Lion King! There are four people maximum per sticker as you wait in line as four people can be seated in most sections once inside the theatre. That means larger parties will get split up. Every other row is closed as certain sections are blocked off too. This section is blocked When the show began, we noticed that the choreography was different in order to allow performers to stay distanced from one another. It’s still a great show! The part of the show with four different sections of animals has been removed, and kids are no longer able to come out for the parade portion like before. Timon! Pumbaa! Guests are asked not to sing along, but to wave and clap instead (which is still fun)! Hi Simba! Regardless of the changes, Festival of the Lion King was still just as magical as ever! And, we’re SO happy to see it back once again! Festival of the Lion King will have its official opening on May 15th as guests and performers celebrate the return of live entertainment in Disney World together! Here are all the changes we saw at The Festival of the Lion King! Disney’s Animal Kingdom Construction Update Na’vi River Journey There’s usually some sort of construction happening around the Disney Parks whenever we visit. And, Disney’s Animal Kingdom is no different as more work is done around the Na’vi River Journey exit. Na’vi River Journey Construction The painting on the ground is receiving touch-ups and a few extra details, like more bioluminescent features so you really feel like you’re in the Valley of Mo’ara! The Painting Continues! We’ll be sure to give you a FULL look once it’s completed, of course! So, keep checking back for additional updates! Disney’s Animal Kingdom Crowd Update Rainy Weather We experienced another round of rainy Florida days when we popped over to Disney’s Animal Kingdom. When it was raining for around half an hour straight at one point, many people were either huddled in gift shops or leaving the park entirely to avoid the weather! Rainy Day Crowds Wait Times There was a flux of wait times around the park with a few lower wait times at spots like Expedition Everest with 20 minutes… Expedition Everest …Kilimanjaro Safaris with 25 minutes… Kilimanjaro Safaris …and Dinosaur with 35 minutes. Dinosaur However, popular attractions around the park had some longer waits with the Kali River Rapids hitting 50 minutes… Kali River Rapids …and Pandora’s attractions with the Na’vi River Journey at 30 minutes and Avatar Flight of Passage at 65 minutes! Pandora Well, that’s all for this What’s New at Disney’s Animal Kingdom! We’ll catch you next time for more updates. And, if you have any questions about your upcoming Disney vacation, let us know so we can help you find the answers! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What are you looking forward to seeing the most in Disney’s Animal Kingdom? Let us know in the comments below! The post What's New inAnimal Kingdom: Festival of the Lion King Returns and Rainbow Masks Arrive first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disneyland’s phased reopening continues! Grand Californian Open We’ve been keeping up with all the latest updates from Disneyland like Mobile Order wait times, Avengers Campus news, and reopening changes. Now, we’ve got an update on how you can snag a returning reservation! Disney just announced that GCH Craftsman Bar in Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa will begin accepting online reservations on May 28th. ©Disney This bar reopened with the Grand Californian last month, but it has not been accepting reservations and has remained an exclusive option for hotel guests. GCH Craftsman Bar With reservations releasing later this month, guests who are not hotel guests will be able to return to the Grand Californian to visit GCH Craftsman Bar. Starting May 28, all open Grand Californian dining locations will reopen to all guests. Craftsman Bar We’re bringing you MORE Disneyland reopening news soon so stay tuned! Want to learn more about the reopening of the Grand Californian? Click here! Disneyland Reopening Details and Info Click HERE for the All Latest Updates Disneyland Reopening April 30th California Residents Will Be the ONLY People Allowed to Visit Reopened Disneyland Initially Avengers Campus Set to Open June 4th Click Here to See All the Rides That Will Reopen Initially in Disneyland Click Here to See All the Restaurants That Will Reopen Initially in Disneyland Disneyland Ticket Price Info and Blockout Dates Released Disneyland's Grand Californian Hotel Reopening Date Announced! Everything You NEED To Know About Wearing Masks at a Disney Park Join the DFB Newsletter To get all the latest Disney Park Closure News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe Will you return to GCH Craftsman Bar soon? Tell us in the comments! The post WHEN Non-Hotel Guests Can Make Reservations for Disneyland's GCH Craftsman Bar! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Planning a trip to Hawaii? ©Disney Parks Blog You may want to book a stay at Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa! After all, you’ll be able to hang out with characters and attend a pretty cool luau. Not to mention, there are some great deals going on here in 2021, from summer and fall savings to special military offers! But if you’re serious about booking, you’ll want to make your reservation ASAP so you can save even MORE. Aulani’s late summer and fall offer gives you the chance to save up to 30% on select rooms for stays of 5 or more consecutive nights on select dates! To take advantage of this offer, you’ll need to book your stay by October 8th. ©Disney But if you book by May 23rd, you qualify for even MORE savings! With a stay of 5+ consecutive nights, you’ll get a $200 resort credit. And with a stay of 4 consecutive nights, your resort credit will be $150! That credit can go towards souvenirs, snacks, and more, so it can really help your budget — and help you treat yourself. ©Disney You’ll get 1 resort credit per reservation, which will be applied to your room’s account when you check in. From there, charge your applicable purchases to your room to redeem your credit! Again, while the 30% savings are valid for booking through October 8th, you’ll want to book by May 23rd to snag this additional credit. Hawaiian Sunset from Aulani Enjoy your trip to Hawaii, friends — and all those extra savings! We’ll keep ya posted with plenty more Disney news, so stay tuned to DFB. Read More About All the Deals at Aulani! 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 Are you planning a trip to Aulani? Let us know in the comments! The post A Money-Saving Offer at Disney’s Aulani Resort is Ending SOON first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disneyland may be OPEN again, but some spots still remain closed! Disneyland We’ve been enjoying all sorts of eats inside the parks, but many restaurants are still shuttered. However, we’ve gotten BIG news recently about some restaurants that are reopening soon — and now, we’ve got an update about WHEN you can book your reservations. If you’re planning a trip to Alfresco Tasting Terrace, you’ll be able to book reservations online starting May 18th. Keep in mind that this lounge is opening on May 20th exclusively for Legacy Passholders and their guests, so not everyone will be able to dine here. Annual Passholder Eats and Drinks Blue Bayou is reopening on May 27th, with reservations available starting May 18th… Blue Bayou …while Napa Rose is reopening the following day, on May 28th, with reservations open starting May 18th. Upon reopening, this spot will only serve dinner. Napa Rose Storytellers Cafe is reopening on May 28th for breakfast and dinner, but without characters. Again, you’ll be able to book your reservation starting May 18th! Storytellers Cafe And GCH Craftsman Bar will start taking online reservations on May 28th. This restaurant reopened exclusively to hotel guests with Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel last month, but these reservations mean non-hotel guests will be able to dine here soon. GCH Craftsman Bar Lastly, Paradise Garden Grill is opening on May 13th (that’s SOON, guys!). Obviously, you don’t need reservations to enjoy this Quick Service spot! Paradise Garden Grill Phew, that’s a LOT of exciting news! We’ll be sure to keep you posted as all of these restaurants reopen — and we’ll stay on top of any other Disney updates. Stay tuned to DFB! Check Out Disneyland’s BIG Reopening! Disneyland Reopening Details and Info Click HERE for the All Latest Updates Disneyland Reopening April 30th California Residents Will Be the ONLY People Allowed to Visit Reopened Disneyland Initially Avengers Campus Set to Open June 4th Click Here to See All the Rides That Will Reopen Initially in Disneyland Click Here to See All the Restaurants That Will Reopen Initially in Disneyland Disneyland Ticket Price Info and Blockout Dates Released Disneyland's Grand Californian Hotel Reopening Date Announced! Everything You NEED To Know About Wearing Masks at a Disney Park Join the DFB Newsletter To get all the latest Disney Park Closure News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe Which of these spots are you excited to visit again? Let us know in the comments! The post When You Can Make Reservations for the 5 Restaurants Reopening at Disneyland Resort first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park have reopened and so have many of the attractions and restaurants there. Blue Bayou Is Reopening Soon! But, some locations in the parks and resort area are still closed. Disney had previously announced that the beautiful Blue Bayou Restaurant would soon be reopening (and would serve alcohol), but hadn’t shared an official reopening date. Now we’ve got an update!! Earlier today, Disney shared that Blue Bayou Restaurant in Disneyland Park will be opening May 27th! Reservations will become available on May 18th, so mark those calendars! Blue Bayou Atmosphere Blue Bayou is located INSIDE of part of Disneyland’s Pirates of the Caribbean ride and overlooks the ride’s boats and their guests as they float by. When it reopens, it is set to offer a whole bunch of new beverage options for guests to enjoy including a series of alcoholic beverages. Blue Bayou New seasonal takes on the Mint Julep non-alcoholic drink are also set to come to Disneyland soon. If you’re hoping to eat at this Disneyland spot, be sure to mark your calendars so you can try to make those reservations quickly! We’ll keep an eye out for more Disneyland news and let you know what we find. Disneyland Reopening Details and Info Click HERE for the All Latest Updates Disneyland Reopening April 30th California Residents Will Be the ONLY People Allowed to Visit Reopened Disneyland Initially Avengers Campus Set to Open June 4th Click Here to See All the Rides That Will Reopen Initially in Disneyland Click Here to See All the Restaurants That Will Reopen Initially in Disneyland Disneyland Ticket Price Info and Blockout Dates Released Disneyland's Grand Californian Hotel Reopening Date Announced! Everything You NEED To Know About Wearing Masks at a Disney Park Join the DFB Newsletter To get all the latest Disney Park Closure News Delivered Right to Your Inbox Click here to Subscribe Have you ever eaten at Blue Bayou? Tell us in the comments. The post Blue Bayou Restaurant Gets a Reopening Date in Disneyland! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We hope you are hungry for more Disneyland restaurant openings! As we continue to reopen our dining locations, we will update this Dining Guide, giving you one source to find which restaurants are open … or soon to open!http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/nHB2jnixyt4 View the full article

We’ve gotten some BIG Disney news lately! Cinderella Castle One of the biggest announcements is that the Disney College Program is resuming NEXT month after being on pause for over a year, with modified eligibility requirements and brand-new housing. We’ve slowly been receiving more information about what the program will look like, and now, we have some updates on housing. As we mentioned, Disney College Program participants will be housed at the brand-new Flamingo Crossings Village complex. And now, Disney has announced a gender-neutral housing option for these participants. Those who opt into this gender-neutral housing will be placed in an apartment regardless of gender. Previously, College Program housing was separated on a gender basis. ©Disney As usual, participants may choose to “link” with a roommate, who will be placed in the same room as them. Those who choose to live in gender-neutral housing may link with a roommate of any gender — and their other housemates can be of any gender, too. ©Disney Disney has clarified that this process is completely optional: while it is available in all apartment styles, only those who check the “gender-neutral housing” category when registering will be placed in these living arrangements. Gender-neutral housing is also subject to availability. ©Disney This change comes in the wake of Disney’s addition of a fifth key — Inclusion — to their Four Keys. We’ll keep our eyes peeled for any and all Disney College Program news. Stay tuned to DFB! Read About the Disney College Program Returning! 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 Disney College Program return? Let us know in the comments! The post NEWS: Disney College Program Will Return with Gender-Neutral Housing Option first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Disney plushes are one of the most POPULAR Disney souvenirs! ©Disney Most Disney fans have probably owned a Disney plush of some kind at one time or another. If you’d still take a plush over seasonal merchandise, adorable mugs, or collectibles; we TOTALLY get it. So, if you’ve been hoping for a DEAL on Disney plushes today, we’ve got you covered! Disney just announced an online-exclusive SALE on Plushes and Stuffed Animals! Yup, right now you can buy one plush, get one for just $5! ©Disney Basically, what we’re saying is that if you don’t already have a classic Mickey Mouse Plush, NOW. IS. THE. TIME. Click here to buy the Mickey Mouse Plush! The sale includes most plushes on shopDisney, even those featuring characters from newer flicks like Raya and the Last Dragon. ©Disney Hey there, Tuk Tuk Plush! Want to buy the Tuk Tuk Plush? Click here! We’re having a hard time settling on which Pixar plush is our favorite, but if we had to pick, we might go for the Buzz Lightyear Plush. ©Disney To infinity, and beyond! To buy the Buzz Lightyear Plush, click here! Little princess-lovers have a fair share of options represented in the sale too. Maybe it’s time to snag that Elsa Plush! ©Disney All of the plushes we’ve mentioned so far are typically $22.99 so $5 would be a STEAL. Click here to buy the Elsa Plush! And you KNOW all of the amazing Baby Yoda plushes are available too. ©Disney Smaller ones like The Child with Cup Plush are usually $16.99. Want to buy The Child Plush? Click here! You can get this GREAT deal by using the code CUDDLES at checkout on shopDisney. But hurry! This sale will only be around for a limited time. As always, stay tuned to DFB for the latest merchandise updates! To see more Disney plushes, 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. Will you be taking advantage of this SALE? Tell us in the comments! The post HURRY! You Can Get a Disney Plush Online Right Now first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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This summer, quite a few things will be opening (or reopening) in Disney World! Club Cool is a Coming BACK! Festival of the Lion King has already soft-opened and will officially reopen soon, Chef Mickey’s will start serving dinner again, Cape May Cafe will reopen, and Tusker House will reopen too. Over at EPCOT, a “revitalized” Club Cool will be also be opening in the park. When Disney first shared this news we had 1 BIG question on our minds — “will the notorious Beverly come back?!” And now we’ve got our answer!! Right now you can sample some Coca-Cola products and grab soda-themed merchandise over at the Coca-Cola store and rooftop beverage bar in Disney Springs. There, you can get a tray with Coca-Cola drinks from around the world (including Beverly) or even get a cocktail featuring Beverly. Lots of Drinks! This summer, you’ll get to experience the fun of Coca-Cola once again in EPCOT though! So far, Disney has shared some details about this space, including that the revitalized Club Cool will “celebrate Coca-Cola in a fresh new way, while keeping the fan-favorite experience that invites you to explore tasty drinks from around the world.” That left us with one important question — will Beverly be available at Club Cool in EPCOT when it comes back?! Lots to Pick From In a recently posted Tik-Tok video from the Disney Parks account, the Cast Member in the video goes to taste Beverly and some other international Coke products at the Coca-Cola location in Disney Springs. At the end of the video, the Cast Member notes that while Beverly is not their favorite, they’ll be able to try it again when Club Cool opens in EPCOT! Check out the video below. YES!! It looks like Beverly will soon make its return to EPCOT. Whether you love Beverly (you might be one of the few) or you love to HATE Beverly, you’ll soon get to experience it again in some way in EPCOT. We’ll keep an eye out for more updates about Club Cool and let you know what we find! Click here to see some more details that have been shared about the new Club Cool! 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 LOVE Beverly or HATE it? Tell us in the comments! The post ALERT: A Notorious Drink is Coming BACK to EPCOT's New Club Cool (Yes, You Know the One) first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

A dining spot in Disney’s Hollywood Studios has officially reopened! Disney’s Hollywood Studios While many Counter Service spots in the park have been open — like Rosie’s All-American Cafe right next door — Fairfax Fare has remained closed since the parks’ reopening. But that changed today! Fairfax Fare is officially back OPEN, and we stopped by to give it a try. And bonus: it even has a brand-new menu! Let’s start off by talking about that new MENU! We’re always pumped for new eats, and we’ve got lots to try here. Tex-Mex style cuisine is still prevalent, and we’ve got options like hot dogs… ©Disney …parmesan chips, and pickled vegetables up for grabs. ©Disney And for dessert, you can grab the returning Snacking Sandwich Cookie! ©Disney Like at other Counter Service spots, you’ll Mobile Order here… Fairfax Fare …and then be directed to a window with your assigned number so that you can pick up your goodies. Time to pick up our food! There are currently 3 windows open for pick-up. Fairfax Fare Of course, you know had we had to try LOTS. After all, we really missed this spot! We snagged 3 hot dogs — the California BLTA Dog, Pretzel Dog, and Truffle Bacon Macaroni and Cheese Hot Dog… Time for hot dogs… …the Chicago-style “Hot Dog” Salad… …and a salad! …Parmesan Chips… Parmesan Chips and Pickled Vegetables! Pickled Vegetables We’ll be bringing you a full review of everything we tried soon. But for now, we’re happy to see this place back! Swing by and give it a try next time you find yourself on Sunset Blvd, and stay tuned to DFB for more Disney news. Check Out the Old Eats at Fairfax Fare! 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 eat at Fairfax Fare? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTOS: Fairfax Fare Reopens with a NEW Menu in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. If you’re like us, you might be seeing SPOTS this month. ©Walt Disney Studios That’s because we’re BIG excited for Cruella, the origin-story movie for one of Disney’s dastardliest villains (Who wants to hurt puppies?!). We’ve seen several clips and trailers from the film and we can’t wait for it to release in theaters and on Disney+ Premier Access later this month. Now, we’ve got another reason to be excited too! Disney just announced that a whole slew of Cruella-inspired fashions and more will drop online soon! It certainly looks like we’ll be able to snag some seriously cool and unique clothing items. ©Disney The preview of the collections shows options for kids and adults with designs inspired by the more rebellious tone of the movie. The Cruella clothing collection will debut on May 17th! ©Disney Plus, on June 7th, you can pick up new threads for your Disney nuiMOs plushes that match your fresh style! ©Disney We’ll be keeping a close eye out for this merchandise to drop on shopDisney and in stores so stay tuned to DFB for the latest 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. Will you be snagging some Cruella merch? Tell us in the comments! The post Disney's Releasing 'Cruella' Fashion and Merchandise Online Soon! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Are you getting excited for Halloween yet?! Gideon’s Bakehouse We certainly are! As part of Disney’s #HalfwaytoHalloween event, we’ve been sampling all the spooky treats and eats around property…and now we’re kinda wishing it was October! But luckily, we’ve got a few more ghastly goodies to try at Gideon’s Bakehouse in Disney Springs. We tried 2 treats at Gideon’s today: a slice of Frankenstein Cake and a new Hand Pie! We’ll kick things off with the Hand Pie. That’s an Original Chocolate Chip Cookie, served warm, with a flaky crust around it. And doesn’t it look tasty?! Hand Pie This snack makes for a fun way to try a Gideon’s cookie with a twist! We found the crust to be both salty and buttery, which paired nicely with that oh-so-yummy cookie. You’ll get the indulgence of your salty-sweet Original Chocolate Chip Cookie, but with a little somethin’ extra. Points for creativity, Gideon’s! Take a peek inside! These are available from Monday to Wednesday and cost $7 apiece! We really enjoyed this creative way to chow down on a Gideon’s cookie, and we’d love to see other flavors featured in the future. We LOVED this treat! Now we’re movin’ on to that Frankenstein Cake! Now, we’re BIG fans of the Frankenstein Cookie, and the cake slice is no different. It’s packed with Oreo, cookie crumble, and M&Ms! Um, we’ll take them ALL. Frankenstein Cake If you’re a cookies and cream fan, this cake is a must-try. You’ll find thick, delicious cookie chunks in there that pair SO well with the M&Ms. This is one we’d get again and again. You can snag it for $9 — but hurry, because this limited-time treat won’t be around long! It’s one of our favorites! As usual, Gideon’s impressed us! We’d go back to try both of these treats again — and we highly recommend you give ’em a taste. We’ll keep an eye out for more new snacks around Disney World, so stay tuned to DFB! Check Out Another Halloween Snack! 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 try? Let us know in the comments! The post Disney World, Take Notes. THIS Is How Limited-Time Treats Should Be Done first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

If you love rides at Disney World as much as we do, then you might start to come up with cute nicknames and silly descriptions for your favs. For instance, Tower of Terror is the elevator ride that turns your stomach into Jell-O. See? It’s fun! Tower of Terror Here at DFB, we like to have fun with Disney rides, so we came up with new slogans for attractions in the parks, and we CAN’T. STOP. LAUGHING. All four Disney World parks have their fan-favorite rides and attractions, which are not only thrilling and fun, but conjure different memories and ideas! And by “ideas,” we mean creative alternate slogans that Disney should definitely consider using. Dinosaur So while we were thinking about some of the parks’ most, umm, unique rides, we decided to whip up some apt slogans to describe them! Not to brag, but these are perfect. And perfectly hilarious! Let’s embark on a journey of imagination, shall we? EPCOT Have you ever thought to yourself, “Gee, I wish I could feel completely dizzy and disoriented right now,” then we’ve got JUST the ride for you! For anyone who’s ever been on Mission Space at EPCOT, you know it could easily be renamed “Motion Sickness: The Ride!” Mission: SPACE Test Track is one of the most popular adrenaline-pumping rides at Disney World…and ONLY at Disney World. That’s why “You’ll Love It If You’ve Never Been to Disneyland!” would be fitting. Test Track Soarin’ is another beloved staple at EPCOT, but we all know what it’s really about. “Come For the Smells, Stay for the Floppy Eiffel Tower!” Soarin’ Living With the Land isn’t exactly known for its high-octane thrills. It’s really more of an educational float trip, like “it’s a small world”, but with organic produce instead of children. An appropriate slogan might be “Fruit: The Ride (We Have Fish Too!)” Living with the Land For anyone who’s stopped at the Canada Pavilion lately, you might recognize a couple voices from a familiar TV show narrating Canada Far and Wide. Or as we like to refer to it: “As Close As You’ll Get to Schitts Creek in a Disney Park.” Canada Far and Wide Film Did you remember there is another film at World Showcase? No? That’s why “You Forgot We Were Here. It’s ok. It happens” should be the subtitle for the China Pavilion film. China Pavilion In order to truly get the full cinematic experience at EPCOT, we can’t leave without stopping to watch the Earth movie, Awesome Planet. The name is a bit of a misnomer, though. Might we suggest “Come Feel Bad About Being a Human!” Awesome Planet Animal Kingdom Few rides at Disney World are more notorious than Dinosaur. Between the pitch-black whiplash and the terrifying carnivores lunging towards us, this doesn’t exactly feel like the MOST magical experience at Animal Kingdom. Let’s try “LOL Good Luck Sleeping Tonight Kids!” That checks out. Dinosaur There’s a lot we could say about Expedition Everest. For instance, why are there more hair bands than Yetis? At this point, it’s basically a running joke that the ride’s resident Yeti isn’t getting fixed any time soon. So “Stop Asking About the Yeti” would be a good slogan for this one. Expedition Everest Kali River Rapids can be a refreshing romp through white water on a scorching summer day. It can also be retitled “A Great Way to Look Like You Peed Your Pants!” Kali River Rapids Magic Kingdom Space Mountain is fun because after you’ve zipped around at high velocity through utter darkness, and gotten sufficiently dazed, you then have the exciting opportunity of attempting to find the exit through a labyrinthine hallway! Space Mountain, aka “Good Luck Getting Out!” Space Mountain Listen, Winnie the Pooh is iconic and beloved, and his namesake ride at Magic Kingdom is a spectacle of cuteness. But we need to address the Heffalump in the room: The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh has BIG shoes to fill, and they just don’t fit right. “Yeah, You Gave Up Mr. Toad For This.” The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh In a park filled with iconic attractions like Splash Mountain and The Haunted Mansion, there’s inevitably gotta be one snoozer. We’re looking at you, Hall of Presidents. No offense to democracy, but this thing has “Welcome, Grandparents!” written ALL. OVER. IT. The Hall of Presidents Disney’s Hollywood Studios The Tower of Terror! Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster! Slinky Dog Dash! Rise of the Resistance! There are SO MANY exciting rides to experience at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! And then there’s Alien Swirling Saucers, which feels like one giant, colorful shrug. It’s not bad. It’s not great. It’s “Eh, It’ll Do.” Alien Swirling Saucers Honestly, we could do on and on with these slogans! Whether educating us about cabbage or hurdling us through a dinosaur-infested dystopia, we’re cracking ourselves up with alternate slogans for these Disney rides! 9 of the SCARIEST Rides in Disney World, According to YOU! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What are your ideas for great Disney ride slogans? Let us know in the comments! The post We Came Up With New Slogans For Disney Rides and We Can’t Stop Laughing first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article