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In case you missed it, it’s almost Oscars night! And get this — the Walt Disney Company has received a total of 15 nominations! Woo-hoo! Soul of Jazz Some of our favorite movies from the last year have been nominated, including Soul, Mulan, Onward, Burrow, The One and Only Ivan, and more! So which movies will take home Academy Awards — we don’t know, but we can’t wait to watch and find out! It’s Oscars Party time! The United Steakhouse 55 vs. Billie Hollandaise And now, the Disney Parks Blog has offered up some recipes that are PERFECT for your Oscars watch party. In honor of Hulu’s The United States vs. Billie Holiday, here’s a recipe for The United Steakhouse 55 vs. Billie Hollandaise. This is the recipe from Steakhouse 55 at the Disneyland Hotel for Eggs Benedict. Yum. ©Disney Ingredients Hollandaise Sauce 3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) butter 2 large egg yolks Dash Tabasco Dash Worcestershire sauce 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon pepper 1 1/2 tablespoon water Eggs Benedict 8 slices Canadian bacon 1/4 cup white distilled vinegar 8 large eggs 4 English muffins 1 teaspoon chives Directions For Hollandaise Sauce Melt butter in a small saucepan on low heat. When butter has melted completely, tilt the pan and skim off the foamy liquid that rises to the surface to clarify the butter. Will need ½ cup for recipe. Set aside and keep warm. Fill 2-quart saucepan with water and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to low to maintain a simmer. Whisk egg yolks, Tabasco, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and water in medium mixing bowl for qpproximately 1 to 2 minutes or until mixture lightens in color. Place mixing bowl over simmering water and whisk to cook the egg mixture. Move bowl on and off the heat to avoid wcrambling eggs—approximately 10 seconds on, 10 seconds off, for 3 to 5 minutes or until egg mixture coats the back of a spoon. Remove bowl from heat and gradually whisk in small amounts of the warm clarified butter, 1-2 tablespoons at a time, mixing thoroughly before adding more butter. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Set aside and keep warm. For Eggs Benedict Cook Canadian bacon in large skillet over medium high heat until golden brown on both sides. Set aside and keep warm. Fill 2-quart saucepan half full with water. Add vinegar and bring to a simmer over low heat. Crack the eggs into the water and cook 2 to 3 minutes until set and egg whites are opaque. Lift eggs out with a slotted spoon to drain. Set aside and keep warm. To Serve Halve and toast English muffins. Place two halves on each plate. Top with 1 slice of Canadian bacon and 1 poached egg. Spoon warm Hollandaise sauce over eggs. Garnish with chives. NoMeatLand The next recipe takes inspiration from Nomadland and comes from Flo’s V8 Cafe in Cars Land at Disney California Adventure! This is the Veggie Tater Bake from there! ©Disney Ingredients 3/4 cup bulgur wheat* Boiling water, for soaking 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil 2/3 cup diced onion 1 teaspoon minced garlic (about 2 cloves) 2/3 cup diced zucchini 2/3 cup diced yellow squash 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper 2 1/2 cups vegetarian sausage crumbles Coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste 4 cups prepared mashed potatoes 6 deli-style slices cheddar or 3/4 cup shredded cheddar *Bulgur is cracked wheat, and can be found in supermarkets or specialty foods stores. You may substitute whole-wheat couscous. Directions Place bulgur in a large, heatproof bowl; cover with boiling water. Set aside for 15 minutes; drain excess water and set bulgur aside in bowl. 2. Preheat oven to 400°F. Heat oil over medium heat in a large sauté pan; add onions and cook until translucent, about 2 to 3 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, 30 second to 1 minute. Increase heat to medium-high and add zucchini, squash and peppers. Cook, stirring often, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in sausage crumbles and cook until heated through, about 3 minutes more. Add bulgur to pan, stirring to combine. Add salt and pepper to taste. Pour mixture into a 9×9 baking dish, packing firmly with a spatula. Spread mashed potatoes over mixture, then top with cheddar. Bake 10 to 12 minutes, or until cheese is bubbling and light brown at the edges. Let cool 3 to 4 minutes, then cut into squares and serve immediately. Joe-balaya Gardner If you haven’t guessed it, this recipe is all about Soul and is dedicated to that film’s main character, Joe Gardner. This the classic Jambalaya recipe from the Blue Bayou Restaurant in Disneyland! That’s right — it’s about to get all spicy up in here! ©Disney Ingredients Creole Sauce 1/4 cup canola oil 1 cup diced celery 2 cup diced onion 1 cup diced green bell pepper 1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic 1 tablespoon diced shallots 1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes 1 1/2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning, plus more, to taste 1 teaspoon coarse salt Creole Rice 2 tablespoons canola oil 1 cup rice 1 cup fish or chicken stock 1 cup creole sauce Jambalaya 1/4 cup canola oil 1 cup sliced andouille sausage 1 cup sliced smoked chicken sausage 16 medium shrimp 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning 2 cups creole sauce Creole rice Salt, to taste Garnish 1/3 cup sliced green onions Directions For Creole Sauce Heat canola oil in a large saucepan over medium heat for 3 minutes, until hot. Add celery, onion, and green bell pepper and sauté for 4 minutes, until soft. Add garlic and shallots and sauté for 2-3 minutes. Add diced tomatoes and Cajun seasoning. Bring to a simmer. Cover, and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 30 minutes. Add salt and additional Cajun seasoning, to taste. Keep warm until ready to use For Creole Rice Heat canola oil in a medium saucepan over low heat for 3 minutes, until warm. Add rice and stir constantly for 4 minutes, until rice has a light brown color. Add fish stock and creole sauce and stir until fully mixed. Increase heat to high and bring rice stock to a boil. Cover and reduce heat to low. Cook for 15 minutes. Turn off heat and rest for 10 minutes. Set aside. For Jambalaya Heat oil in a large saucepan or Dutch oven on medium-high heat for 3 minutes, until hot. Add sausages and cook for 5 minutes, until brown. Add shrimp and cook for 3-4 minutes, until pink. Add Cajun seasoning and rice. Stir in 2 cups of creole rice. Add 2 cups of creole sauce and fold to mix. Add additional rice and sauce to reach desired consistency. Season with salt, to taste. Serve with sliced green onions. Moo-lan Bread Pudding Last but not least, there HAS to be dessert, right? And this recipe comes straight from the Pacific Wharf Cafe at Disney California Adventure. We’re talking about the Cookies ‘n Cream Bread Pudding there. Oh, yeah! It’s the perfect way to end a night celebrating Disney’s achievements in film! Cookies ‘n’ Cream Bread Pudding Ingredients Bread Pudding 1 lb. loaf day-old Italian bread 5 large eggs 1 1/2 cups sugar 4 cups half and half 1 tbsp vanilla extract 24 chocolate sandwich cookies, quartered Topping 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream 1 (14 oz.) can sweetened condensed milk 12 chocolate sandwich cookies, crushed Directions For Bread Pudding Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray 9×13-inch baking pan with nonstick cooking spray. Set aside. Cut bread into one-inch cubes and place in large mixing bowl. Set aside. Combine eggs, sugar, half and half, and vanilla extract in a medium mixing bowl. Whisk until fluffy. Pour over cubed bread, stirring gently to mix. Set aside for 15 minutes and allow egg mixture to soak into bread. Gently stir in chocolate sandwich cookies. Pour bread pudding mixture into prepared baking pan and spread out evenly. Bake for 45-50 minutes, until top has set and a thermometer placed in the center reads 165°F. Cool for 15 minutes. For Topping Whip heavy whipping cream in bowl of an electric mixer fitted with whisk attachment until medium peaks form. Cut bread pudding using Mickey Mouse-shaped cookie cutter and place on a plate. Drizzle with 1-2 teaspoons of sweetened condensed milk. Top each serving with 2 tablespoons whipped cream and 1 tablespoon of crushed chocolate sandwich cookies. And there you have it — all the recipes you need to have the most Disney Oscars party you can have! Happy munching! Click Here For the Recipe for ‘Soul’-Inspired Pizza! 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 watching the Oscars tonight? Let us know in the comments! The post Make Oscars Night Special With These Disney Recipes! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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So…is the PeopleMover opening or nah? Rise and Shine, Tomorrowland! This week, it was announced that the Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover’s refurbishment of over a year was finally coming to an end this weekend. We spotted updated hours for the attraction on the Disney website, and upon talking to Cast Members, were told that today might be the magical day. So, we were at Magic Kingdom bright and early this morning to scope out the situation for ourselves. When we got to the park, we headed straight for Tomorrowland to see what was going on. We saw PeopleMover ride vehicles being tested on the track but were still greeted by the refurbishment signs stating that the attraction is closed. Not today! Cast Members began to make their way to the front of the ride as it came closer to the park’s opening, which seemed like a hopeful sign. Soooo is it happening?? The familiar PeopleMover welcome loop was playing, and we even spotted the loading ramp moving! All signs were pointing to the ride opening, but once park opening came at 8AM…nothing. From our spot in line, we saw social distancing markers laid out through the queue, as well as on the ramp going up to the loading platform — another sign it’s almost ready to open. 6ft apart, please! At one point we did spy a maintenance team up on the tracks, but we weren’t quite sure if that was a good thing…or a bad thing. We’re ready! Although Cast Members weren’t able to confirm what time the ride would open, people were getting in line just in case. At around 9AM, we heard that the PeopleMover will NOT be opening this morning. Cast Members shared that it could open in the afternoon or even tonight. Still waiting juuuust in case While we saw some testing first thing in the morning, it stopped after a bit, and the ride isn’t moving anymore, as of this writing. Testing has not resumed in over an hour since we have been watching. Taking a break While we don’t have a very obvious answer on when the ride will reopen, we’re still hoping to get our chance to take a ride around Tomorrowland sometime today! We will cross our fingers that today will be the big day, and in the meantime, we will keep you updated on anything new we learn. Stay tuned to DFB! PeopleMover isn’t the only ride going through some updates — see the latest 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. When do you think PeopleMover will reopen? Let us know in the comments! The post What’s Going on With the PeopleMover in Disney World? The Saga Continues first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Orlando area resident Cody Vincitore responds to the column by Jonathan VanBoskerck, the writer who criticized Disney for "wokeness." Vincitore says Disney is doing what Walt would have wanted: Keeping up with the times. View the full article

Paging Star Command! Think you have what it takes to defeat Zurg and save the galaxy? Then you’re going to have to blast off to infinity and beyond on Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin at Magic Kingdom! Want to be a Galactic Hero? And once you blast off, you’ll be wanting to reach that coveted status of Galactic Hero, right? But how exactly do you go about nabbing 999,999 points on this ride? Well, we just reached Galactic Hero Status, and now we’re going to tell you EXACTLY how we got there. So hop into your spaceships and let’s go! Let’s get to it! First thing to remember — You need to control how your ride vehicle spins with the handle throughout the game. The vehicles go all the way around, so whether you go left or right is entirely up to you. ALL targets have point values, but here are the first targets to hit in order to max out your score! Room 1 The robots on the left have a target on each hand. Shoot the left — it’s worth 100,000 points! And shoot it as much as you can. It’s harder to hit when you get closer to it, so start lining up your shot with your space gun as soon as you see the robot. Pilot your ship towards the robot because it will otherwise try to spin away from you. Shoot the target in the left hand OVER AND OVER! Now, look up at The Claw on the right side of this room (it’s on the ceiling, so REALLY look up). It’s another 100,000 point target! You’ll need to spin around so you are facing backward to hit this one AFTER you pass the robot. OoOoOoOh…it’s THE CLAW Room 2 Quickly turn the spaceship back around as you go into the second room and look at the wall on the right — you’ll see a volcano with two targets. The TOP target is worth 50,000 each AND it makes the volcano erupt. You can hit this as soon as you enter the room and you’ll get a chance to hit it again when you go around the corner. This is the biggest room, so you have a nice long time to hit that baby. And don’t forget to keep piloting your spaceship so you can keep hitting that top target. Aim for the top target! Zurg The final big point value target is ZURG. You’ll see him in a crazy contraption on the right side of the room. Directly under him, look for the word “Pitiful” — there’s a target just under it. This is the final 100,000 point target. You can NOT hit it if you are directly in front of it so you have to try to hit before and after you pass it. Keep piloting your spaceship so you can line up with that target and FIRE AWAY. This is the target you want to hit on Zurg! And that’s it!!! Hit these targets as much as possible (although you can also hit others when those aren’t in firing range). After Zurg, you will go through a tunnel where you can still shoot at moving targets around you. They look a little different, but they still rack up points! Keep firing in the tunnel! But wait, because it’s not over yet! You can still get points in the Photo Room (where they snap your photo on the ride). You no longer have control of piloting your spaceship, though, but you can still keep shooting at any targets you see here! Photo Room — smile and keep shooting! When you see Buzz at the end of the ride, your final score will be flashing in front of you. And if you following our tips here, it could very well say 999,999!!! We did it! And if you DO get 999,999 points, be sure to pick up your Galactic Hero sticker from the Cast Member in the gift shop at the exit. Those are serious bragging rights! We are Galactic Heroes! So good luck, space rangers — and may you all be Galactic Heroes! And we’ll keep sharing other Disney World tips and tricks with you, so stay tuned! 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 scored 999,999 on Buzz Lightyear: Space Ranger Spin? Let us know in the comments! The post How To Be A Galactic Hero on Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin at Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’ve been anxiously awaiting the grand opening of Space 220 in EPCOT for years…literally! Space 220 Set next to the Mission: SPACE attraction in EPCOT, Space 220 is a restaurant unlike any other in Disney World. To enter the restaurant, guests will board an elevator that will simulate transporting them 220 miles above Earth to the Centauri Space Station. Once inside, guests will be treated to a full panoramic view of space as they dine! Sounds great, right? If it ever opens, that is! We’ve been super excited to experience Space 220 ever since the project was first announced at the D23 Expo in 2017. (Yep, this is a project we’ve been waiting on for four years now, if you can believe it!) In May 2019, it looked like the countdown to launch was on, as it was announced that Space 220 was set to open in 2019. But since then, the restaurant has encountered a number of delays. Space 220 Restaurant Concept Art © Disney In November 2019, the restaurant lost its previously announced Executive Chef Theo Schoenegger. Shortly after, updated job postings indicated that the expected opening date for Space 220 was pushed to February 2020. This kinda made sense…the name IS Space 220. 220…2/20…February 2020. It would have been a perfect “I see what you did there” moment to open then. Chef Theo Schoenegger ©Disney But February 2020 came and went without the grand opening of Space 220, and in March 2020, Disney halted all construction projects amid the months-long park closure. Space 220 Construction in February 2020 Disney has remained relatively quiet on the future of Space 220, with the project just listed as “Coming Soon” on the Disney World website. Screenshot from the Disney World Website But still, we’ve seen several signs that make it seem like the restaurant could be nearly ready to open if Disney wanted to. The restaurant ordered its flatware back in 2020… Tilia black flatware by Studio William Cutlery, pictured at Wild Ink in New York City …in November 2020, Disney shared a peek INSIDE the restaurant at the IAAPA Expo 2020 Presentation… ©Disney via IAAPA Expo 2020 Presentation …we spotted the lights on outside the restaurant in February 2021… Lights on Near Space 220 …and Space 220 also listed a job posting for an Executive Pastry Chef in February 2021. Patina Restaurant Group Job Listing So, with all of these signs seemingly pointing to significant progress for Space 220, what’s with the delay?? Let’s take a look at some of the reasons Disney might be holding off on the opening. 10 Disney World Projects With More Questions Than Answers Social Distancing Concerns Space 220 is set to be a Table Service restaurant — not a buffet — so the setup of the restaurant should lend itself to social distancing relatively well. Buffets haven’t fared too well following the closure. The few that have reopened have all shifted to a plated meal or family-style meal instead of the self-serve buffet. Space 220 Poster But, Space 220 is a pretty big deal (did we mention how excited we are for it??). It’s a highly themed and super unique concept. Keep in mind that while World Showcase in EPCOT is known for being where it’s AT for sit-down restaurants in Disney World…Future World is pretty sparse. A new restaurant option in the front half of the park is a big deal! With that in mind, it’s likely that Disney will want to take advantage of the opening with a media event and press coverage touting the highly anticipated new restaurant. Space 220 Concept Art ©Disney Given the current distancing requirements, Disney’s inability to throw a big media event celebrating the grand opening could be contributing to the ongoing delay. Everything You NEED To Know About ALL the Restaurants Opening in Disney World in 2021 Upcoming Disney World Celebrations October 2021 is a huge milestone for Walt Disney World, as the resort will kick off its 50th Anniversary Celebration. And even though Magic Kingdom was the only park to open on October 1st, 1971, the other parks, including EPCOT, are involved in the celebrations as well. ©Disney Spaceship Earth will receive a makeover with permanent new lighting, and both Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure and La Crêperie de Paris are set to have their grand openings on October 1st, 2021. Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure Area in the France Pavilion With these huge celebrations just around the corner, Disney may try to tie in the opening of Space 220 as well. This would give them something extra to tout as a special addition in honor of the anniversary. ©Disney Plus, it would also give Disney more time to wait out the vaccination process and lingering pandemic-related health issues. Disney could draw negative attention and backlash if they were to open something as highly anticipated as Space 220 during the pandemic, as it’s likely to draw large crowds. Mission: SPACE and Upcoming Space 220 While Space 220 wasn’t originally intended as part of the 50th Anniversary plans, it may make more sense for Disney to tie the grand opening into the upcoming celebrations later this year. Your Full Guide to the Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary Celebration! Finalizing Restaurant Details As previously mentioned, things seem to be moving along nicely at Space 220 from the outside. But it’s possible that there are internal restaurant details that are still being ironed out. Will the Space 220 Sign Be Uncovered Soon?? We still haven’t seen a full menu for the restaurant, and they’ve been pretty vague about the type of cuisine they will specialize in, with a 2019 EPCOT park map describing the menu as “global cuisine.” This, combined with the previous Head Chef turnover, could mean there are some questions on the final menu offerings. 2019 EPCOT Park Map Plus, there will presumably be additional technical considerations for this Space 220 that aren’t a factor for other restaurants. From the elevator ride “up” to the restaurant to the panoramic view of space from the dining room, there are more details at play than an average restaurant’s decor. Space 220 Concept Art ©Disney It’s hard to say whether the immersive theming has played any role in the delay, especially without seeing the restaurant in action. But it’s definitely worth remembering that this isn’t your average interior design! Wait…HOW Will Disney’s Star Wars Hotel Take You to Space? We’ve been dreaming about the day we can finally experience our first meal in “space” ever since Space 220 was announced. Disney has been pretty quiet on the causes for the ongoing delay — and potential grand opening date — for this restaurant, but we’re keeping a close eye out for any future updates. And, of course, we’ll be ready to suit up for a space meal as soon as Space 220 is cleared for launch! Sneak Peek! Possible Drinks On Space 220’s Cocktail Menu! 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 new EPCOT addition are you the most excited to experience? Let us know in the comments! The post Why Disney World is WAITING to Open Space 220 first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

On Earth Day, we took a trip to Walt Disney World Resort to learn all about renewable energy and the importance of pollinators. Today we’re traveling to our friends at Disneyland Paris to learn all about how biodiversity plays a key role in conservation.http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/xDsN2OCdsfE View the full article

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The Dauer Classic Car Museum in Sunrise has 70 vehicles, most of which are fully restored classic cars, from 1906 Cadillac delivery truck to a 1953 Cadillac Eldorado and a 1953 Oldsmobile Fiesta. View the full article

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There has been a LOT going on with Disneyland Resort! Not only is the resort set to reopen on April 30th, but Avengers Campus is set to debut at Disney California Adventure in June! There it is! But there have also been plans to discontinue the passholder program (to be replaced with something new), an entire program devoted to expanding the resort, and a brand new merchandise collection to celebrate the reopening. With everything around the resort picking up in anticipation of the reopening, you may have forgotten that Disneyland was also one of five Super Point-of-Dispensing sites for the COVID-19 vaccine in Orange County. While the theme park was mostly closed, Disneyland opened the Toy Story parking lot as a vaccination site. COVID-19 vaccination tents at the Disneyland Resort ©Jeff Gritchen, Orange County Register/SCNG However, that vaccination site will soon close, according to the Orange County Health Care Agency. The Disneyland vaccination site will close on April 30th, which is the date of Disneyland Resort’s reopening. Disneyland Resort, here we come! For the past month leading up to this closure, only second dose vaccination appointments were being held at the Disneyland drive-thru vaccination facility. Walk-up vaccinations will still be available at the nearby Anaheim Convention Center, though. Disneyland Entrance We’ll continue to monitor all news coming out of Disneyland, and be sure to check back with us on April 30th, when we’ll be at Disneyland Resort LIVE on reopening day! Watch This to Get Even MORE Excited About Disneyland’s 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 Will you be visiting Disneyland when it reopens? Let us know in the comments! The post NEWS: Disneyland's Vaccination Site Will Close Soon first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’re at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge today, checking things out and seeing if there is anything new! One of our FAVORITE resort lobbies…Jambo House! While there haven’t been any updates on Boma or Jiko getting a reopening date, we did take a look around, and of course say hi to some animals. Although we’re used to seeing wildlife around this resort, there were some univited guests we noticed as we made our way around. It might seem like a beautiful day to sit outside, or lay out by the pool, but you might reconsider once you see the visitors that have taken up residence in one of the trees. A beautiful day, no? We overheard Cast Members discussing the giant beehive that had shown up in one of the trees near the lodge’s pool. While it may not look like much from far away, this hive was HUGE — photos really don’t do it justice. Be honest, would you still hit up the pool with this looming overhead? Bees!!! While Cast Members assured us they had called someone to come and take care of the beehive, it was still very unnerving as there were a significant amount of honey bees flying around the area. We don’t know about you, but butting heads with a bee is certainly not on our Disney World itinerary! Maybe make today about indoor activities Sadly, this is not the first time we have come toe to toe with bees in Disney World. Earlier this year, bees shut down an entire floor of the Coca-Cola Store at Disney Springs! If we’re going to be seeing bees in Disney, we’d prefer them to come in snack form. This bee won’t hurt ya! Hopefully the latest bee issue is dealt with swiftly (and safely for the bees!) so that it won’t impact anyone’s vacation. Be sure to stay tuned and we’ll keep you updated on the latest in Disney World, so you can always be prepared for whatever gets thrown at you! If you’re stopping by Animal Kingdom Lodge, make sure you’re getting something to EAT! 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 had a BEE encounter in Disney World? Let us know in the comments! The post We’re Not Sure These Disney World Resort Guests Have a Reservation... first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We get it — Disney World is expensive. That’s why we always try to share our best tips and tricks on how to save money at the parks! Free Water Cup From telling you about free water (yes, we’ll mention it every chance we can get) to how to save on portable chargers to trip discounts, we’ll let you know when we spot great deals and ways to save a few bucks. And yes, we’ll even tell you how to save on food! Well, today, we’ve got a money-saving tip for those of you who are Annual Passholders. We’re sure you know that you can save on merchandise you buy in the parks, but did you know you could save on beverages, too? Here’s the trick: buy all your bottled beverages at Joffrey’s locations or in merchandise shops! Bottled beverages can get pricey! At these locations, you’ll be able to use that sweet Annual Passholder discount instead of buying a full-priced drink at quick-service locations! Mouse Gear Whether you already know this and do it on every trip to the parks or this is brand new information, it’s good to have a reminder! Every little bit saved helps, right? And if we find any other Disney World money-saving tips, we’ll be sure to share them! Here’s How To Save BIG On Customizable 4th of July Disney Tees! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Do you use your AP discount on bottled beverages? Let us know in the comments! The post The Simple Drink Hack to SAVE Money at Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney Cast Members are the real magic makers when it comes to the parks, as they help everything run smoothly with happy hearts. Magic Kingdom Recently, Disney World’s Cast Members have received a few perks with FREE resort stays and even a store to benefit employees! And now you can become a part of the awesome team that brings magic to kids, families, and everyone visiting! Disney World has announced that they will be opening up additional applications to more Cast Members in the Attractions, Custodial, Merchandise, and Quick-Service Foods Departments in both the parks and resorts. Thanks to @schreiberjoe on Instagram for the heads up! Cast Members! The Attractions Cast Members will be trained in how to load and unload attractions, operate ride systems, and provide directions and traffic control to large amounts of guests in various forms of weather. The Custodial Cast Members, though, will also provide Guest Services by answering questions and providing directions on top of cleaning and maintenance responsibilities. ©Disney On the other hand, Merchandise Cast Members will operate a point-of-sale system, cash handling, stocking and inventory, and some light cleaning. Quick-Service Foods Cast Members will be indoor or outdoors to take orders, handle cash, prepare food, stock condiments, and clean the workspace in a fast-paced environment. ©Disney Cast Members also have additional responsibilities when it comes to climbing stairs, ride safety and food safety standards, heavy machinery operations, and the understanding of Disney Products and menu offerings. ©Disney They will also engage with guests, handle cleaning supplies, use a SmartPhone device for assignments and work orders, take leadership during emergency situations, help with crowd control, and wear Personal Protective Equipment. ©Disney Applicants must be 18 years or older to become a Disney Cast Member. If accepted, employees are required to work with full availability for any shift at a minimum of 3 days per week (including nights and holidays) for part-time. Pay rates start at $14 an hour, depending on the role. The full list of requirements and job applications are available here, so you can find everything you need to know! Stay tuned to DFB for the latest Disney news! Tag along with us to see Dapper Day 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. Have you been a Cast Member? Let us know in the comments below! The post Ever Wanted To Be a Disney World Cast Member? Now's Your Chance! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Hooray for Hollywood! Muppets Restrooms Well, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, that is! And we’re BACK with even more updates since the last time we visited. So let’s get to it! Hollywood Studios Merchandise Updates Celebrity 5 & 10 Those Loungefly Minnie Ears we spotted at Disney Springs are available here! They’ve got park icons all over them! All our favorite park icons! These ears are $34.99. See More Photos of These NEW Minnie Ears The Dark Room We spotted what could be the next Disney color trend on a MagicBand, and we are TOTALLY loving the Raspberry MagicBand. We did notice that it looks a little different depending on the shade of the lighting, but it’s SO pretty. You can grab it for $14.99. Taking a closer look! The Dark Room has two new pins: an Artfully Evil Maleficent Pin and a Terrarium Tinker Bell Pin. Maleficent and Tinker Bell! We’ve seen the Tinker Bell pin at Disneyland! See Where We Found the Tinker Bell Pin in Disneyland! Keystone Clothiers The Falcon and the Winter Soldier might have just ended its first season on Disney+, but it’s going strong in the parks! And we spotted a SWEET Falcon and the Winter Soldier MagicBand. It’s got the show’s quote “Who will wield the shield” quote on one side… WE KNOW! …and Sam and Bucky on the other! Sam and Bucky! This MagicBand is $34.99. Read More About Captain America 4 Legends of Hollywood The new Disney x Kate Spade Collection is now available! And it stars none other than our favorite fashionista, Minnie Mouse! SO very Minnie! The bags range in price from $55 (for a wallet) to $328 (for a Satchel Bag). More Photos Of The Kate Spade Collection Mickey’s of Hollywood One thing we always stress as important is to stay hydrated! And what better way to stay hydrated than Mickey and Minnie Water Bottles? Stay hydrated! You can grab these water bottles for $14.99 each. Check Out Disney’s Reusable Park Bag Essentials! Hollywood Studios Construction Updates Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster We noticed some pavement work being done around Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster. What’s going on here? Looks like something is just getting spiffed up a bit. Click Here For ALL the Rides and Hotels That Are CLOSED in April in Disney World That’s it for our time at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. We hope you enjoyed a look at the latest updates in merchandise, and construction around the park. We’ll be back soon with even more updates! Here’s Our Guide to the BEST and WORST Seats On EVERY Ride 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. Have you been to Hollywood Studios recently? Let us know in the comments! The post What's New in Disney's Hollywood Studios: NEW MagicBand Color and Minnie Ears COVERED in Park Icons! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Happy weekend, DFB readers! We are back to check out everything new at Disney Springs! Shops at Disney Springs! We found a ton of new merchandise (PIXAR lovers, you’re in for a treat!) as well as a MASSIVE burger. Let’s get started! Disney Springs Food Updates Everglazed Donuts Everglazed Donuts and Cold Brew is the newest Disney Springs craze, thanks to their over-the-top drinks and outrageous donut creations! We recently reported on a couple of treats that Peep and Sour Patch Kid fans will love. There’s a PEEP on our donut! And this week, we tried a SPIKED coffee concoction with an Italian twist! ©Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew @everglazed_fl on Instagram The Little Italy beverage is a cold brew with sweet cream and Amaretto cordial. But why stop there, and when you can top this with whipped cream and sweet Italian rainbow cookies! Cookie crumbles galore! While we thought the cold brew was nothing special, the cookie crumbles were sweet and a fun pop of color! Everglazed, keep topping spiked drinks with cookies please! Read our full review of the Little Italy beverage here! D-Luxe Burger If you are craving a juicy burger, make a beeline to D-Luxe Burger! D-Luxe Burger We recently popped in to check out the newest limited-time burger, and we were not disappointed! This Double Bacon Stack Burger has layers of bun, lettuce, tomato, pickle, burger patty, bacon, cheese, burger patty, cheese, bacon, and another bun. Whew, that’s a mouthful (literally!). Double Bacon Stack Burger This was SO GOOD. The patties were delicious, and it was oozing with cheesy goodness. We highly recommend adding one of D-Luxe’s many sauces, you won’t regret it! Take a closer look! This burger will cost you $11.49, and is a limited-time item, so hurry to D-Luxe Burger ASAP to try it! See some of our other favorite D-Luxe Burgers! Disney Springs Merch Updates UNIQLO We found a new global feature at UNIQLO! This bookshelf display is a pop-up shop partnership with Kinokuniya to “elevate knowledge and make connections across cultures for a greater worldview”. UNIQLO Bookshelf Pop-Up There are a lot of fun trinkets, such as these beautiful glass-blown ornaments…. Glass Ornaments! …and these ornate painted fans! Hand-Painted Fans We also found a new Marvel Essentials T-shirt collection! Show off your Hulk, Wakanda, or Spidey pride. Marvel T Shirts There are several options for kids as well! Kid’s Marvel Shirts We also found a new collection of PIXAR t-shirts! Pixar Tees! We love the sleeve details featuring out-of-this-world aliens… Alien Detail …scary monsters… Monsters Inc Tees! …strawberry-scented bears… Lotso Tee! …and curmudgeonly Carl! Carl Tee! We’ll take one of each! Save the planet with these new tees! World of Disney World of Disney had several new PIXAR merch options as well! We love these sensory-friendly kids shirts, featuring all of the Cars characters for $19.99! They have flat seams, are tag free, and are “magically soft”. Cars Tee! Lighting McQueen is also the star on a new set of kids Crocs for $44.99… Lightening McQueen Crocs! …and this light-up cup for $12.99! Lightening McQueen Cup UP stans will love this new tee for $24.99, featuring the most lovable dog around — Doug! Doug Tee! We are in love with this adorable Baymax Tumbler! You can snag it for $22.99. How cute is this Baymax tumbler?? We previously found a new Loungefly bag featuring cartoon depictions of our favorite Park attractions, and now you can purchase the matching Minnie ears for $34.99! New Loungefly Ears! How cute is the smiling yeti?? Minnie Ears Close Up We also found several new Men’s ties for $44.99… Men’s Ties …and this adorable purse featuring a Mickey and Minnie themed comic strip for $39.99! Mickey and Minnie comic purse We love how sassy Minnie is! You go girl! We love Minnie’s sass! We’ll keep scouring World of Disney for all of the new finds! A Favorite Tangled Sidekick Has His Own Disney Loungefly Bag! M&M’s Store Mother’s Day is right around the corner, and what better way to show Mom you appreciate her than some sweet M&M’s from the newly opened M&M’s Store! These butterfly and crown containers are filled with pink, purple, and white M&M’s that Mom will love. Mother’s Day Butterfly M&M’s! We also found this inspirational M&M tote bag for $14.95. M&M Tote Bag We agree, chocolate is totally a superpower. We agree! We also found a new M&M’s flavor: Coffee Nut! Coffee Nut M&M’s These are peanut M&M’s with a coffee flavor, and they come in this cute bottle for $9.95. Check out our step-by-step guide to personalizing your own M&M’s! Pin Traders Our last stop was to Pin Traders, where we found two new pins celebrating the Brother Bear and the sassy Mushu from Mulan! Mulan and Brother Bear Pin That’s everything from Disney Springs! We hope you enjoyed the updates from the shopping and dining district, and we’ll be back soon! Keep checking DFB for the latest scoop on everything new! Check out what’s new at Magic Kingdom! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What are you looking forward to the most on your next Disney Springs trip? Let us know in the comments! The post What's New at Disney Springs: Marvel Merch, a SPIKED Coffee, and NEW Minnie Ears! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

It’s time to put on your best vintage outfits and head to Disney World because Dapper Day has arrived! Dapper Day Pop Up Shop And we’ve done our hair, put on our face, and put our best foot forward to cover all things Dapper Day this weekend at Disney World — Saturday at the Magic Kingdom and Sunday at EPCOT! But wait…you might ask, what exactly IS Dapper Day? Well, the idea is to dress up in vintage fashion (similar to what early guests to Disneyland and Disney World might have worn) and paint the town…err…the parks red with style! And BOY, do we see some great style — check out our post from last year’s event! Dapper Day 2020 Today, we kicked off Dapper Day weekend in Magic Kingdom! And y’all BROUGHT the looks! Beautiful dress! @evethegreek on Instagram is wearing a gorgeous tropical outfit and is giving us piña colada vibes! Dapper Day! Also thanks to Instagram users @gatorcarrie and @dressed_in_magic, we got another fruit-themed dress and a classy Tinker Bell look! Watermelon and pineapple and Tinker Bell, oh my! Love these! Dapper Day calls for bow ties and suspenders! A lot of Dapper fashion happening here Dear Stitch, THIS is how you dress up like Lady and the Tramp! Ode to Lady and the Tramp If you happen to stop by EPCOT this weekend, also be sure to stop by the Dapper Day Pop-Up Shop over by the Germany Pavilion — you can shop for your own sweet dapper essentials there! Dapper Day Pop Up Shop Can’t participate at the parks? You can still do so from home with the Dapper Day virtual event! Just put on your best outfit (check out this dress for one idea) and post your photos to social media using the #DapperDayAtHome hashtag. There’s even a special Spotify playlist to get you in the right retro mood, and the Dapper Day team will be doing live broadcasts via Instagram. And we’ll keep you in the loop about future Dapper Day events, too, so stay tuned! Need a 10 Minute Disney Shopping Break?! 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. Have you been to a Dapper Day? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTOS: It's Dapper Day in the Magic Kingdom! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

When Disney World fans think of Mickey Waffles, they usually think of comfort, nostalgia, and maybe even pumpkin spice when it’s seasonally appropriate. But “graphic content” is certainly a new one! Blueberry Mickey Waffles! Apparently a sugar-covered Mickey Waffle is a little TOO much, because a recent DFB Facebook photo was flagged with a trigger warning!? Everybody relax. No need to panic. But a Mickey Waffle just broke the Internet. Mickey Waffle at Magic Kingdom Here we are, minding our own Disney business as usual, posting photos of Disney World snacks as we usually do. We posted a Facebook photo of our Mickey Waffle (which looked pretty perfect if we do say so ourselves), along with the phrase, “Your first @ has to take you on a Disney World vacation.” DFB Facebook Post Seems innocent enough, right? Well, Facebook was SHOOK, and the image for some strange reason was flagged as “sensitive content,” with the warning that “this photo may show violent or graphic content.” Umm WHAT! Excuse us?! Unless powdered sugar is considered “graphic,” we beg to differ! And our readers had a LOT to say about it too! The comments came FLOODING in with this one. A reader posed the question on everyone’s mind: “What’s so dangerous about a Mickey waffle exactly? This has to be a joke right?” Mickey Waffles Another comment was a tad more understanding: “I can see why it’s graphic content for someone like me, as I would kill for one of those right now drizzled with strawberries and syrup.” Very Very Berry Mickey Waffle Then there was this astute observation: “Well, it is naked without strawberries and whipped cream.” The mystery of the graphic Mickey Waffle = solved! “Naked” Mickey Waffle Thank you, Facebook, for the LOL! REVIEW: Chocolate Mickey Waffle Sundaes Are BACK at Disney World! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Why do YOU think our Mickey Waffle was flagged as “graphic content”? Let us know in the comments! The post Can Anyone Tell Us Why This Mickey Waffle is Rated R? first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We are super fans of several of the restaurants at Disney Springs, including Homecomin’ by Chef Art Smith, The Polite Pig, and Wine Bar George. Orlando International Airport So, we already told you about plans to add a Wine Bar George location to Orlando International Airport. But those other two? Well, the people behind those restaurants are also opening locations in the airport! During a board meeting of the Greater Orlando Aviation Authority, a map was shown for Level 2, Palm Court, of the new south-side Terminal C that’s coming soon to the Orlando International Airport. The map shows several new restaurants and retail locations coming to the area. On the left is Wine Bar George. On the right, Unit F is Provisions by Cask and Larder, a space that will be run by the owners of The Polite Pig. This is the second location for them at the airport. ©Greater Orlando Aviation Authority But what we also noticed is that on the airside second level of the North Concourse, there’s a new restaurant called Sunshine Diner by Chef Art Smith, who runs Homecomin’ at Disney Springs. ©Greater Orlando Aviation Authority So you’ll soon be able to enjoy food you would normally have to go to Disney Springs for at the airport! And if we learn about other new restaurants getting added to the airport, we’ll let you know! Learn About the NEW Disney Store Coming To The Airport Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What do you think of these restaurants coming to the Orlando Airport? Let us know in the comments! The post 2 NEW Restaurants Are Coming to the Orlando Airport From the People Behind Disney Springs Favorites! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’ve seen some interesting things when wandering the Disney World parks, and sometimes we really have to do a double-take. Disney’s Animal Kingdom This week, we’ve seen more than our fair share of a certain souvenir that we didn’t expect in Disney World, and it has us wondering, have we totally been missing out on this souvenir trend?? We were at Disney’s Animal Kingdom today, and after taking dedicated interest in a certain skull cane yesterday, we were shocked to find even more in another section of the park! Over in Africa, there are all sorts of hand-carved souvenirs available, and one of those happens to be walking sticks. It’s the Lion Cane! There were several animals represented at the stand, including lions, a gorilla, and a giraffe. But, what really caught our eye was… So many choices! …you again? This skull is definitely different than the glammed-up one we spotted yesterday, but this may be slightly creepier? Buuut, it’s also pretty cool! We’re kinda undecided about it, if you couldn’t tell. Cheesin’ It has perfectly carved teeth, and even though its eyes are hollow, it still feels like it’s staring into our souls. Plus, it has friends! We saw multiple styles of this same type of skull cane. This one looks slightly friendlier! Regardless of your impression, we have to admire the craftsmanship here! Each cane is hand carved and had a lot of detail in it. Of course, they are fairly pricey for a park souvenir — we saw prices ranging from $75.99 up to $125.99! If you’re in need of a walking buddy to get around the parks, this certainly a cool option, otherwise — it might just be best to admire them from afar. Check back with us for more updates from Disney World! Catch Up on What Else We found this Week in Animal Kingdom! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What do you think of the skull walking sticks? Let us know in the comments! The post Is This Disney World’s Creepiest or Coolest Souvenir? You Tell Us! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’ve had our fair share of sweets and treats around Disney World lately, and today we’re heading over to Disney’s Wilderness Lodge for something a little different. This lobby gets us every time. Wilderness Lodge has already given us some unique eats this week like some Mickey scrambled eggs, but today we’re having a new treat that fits right in its outdoorsy wheelhouse — it’s time for some s’mores! That’s right, there’s a new s’more in town, but it’s looking a little fancier than one might expect. Well it LOOKS promising The Roaring S’more is a graham cracker cake, marshmallow center, and chocolate mousse topped with caramel marshmallow. It’s decorated with a chocolate Mickey decoration, and of course — there are crispy pearls because is it even a Disney dessert without some of those? That’s one toasty marshmallow! The first surprise with this dessert is that the marshmallow layer is actually hollow, and the crispy pearls came pouring out of it! The pearls are chocolate and caramel flavor but gave the treat a super salty flavor overall. It does look good on the ‘gram tho! We know there’s already a lot of s’mores treats in Disney, so how did this one stack up? First off, it’s MESSY. If you’re ordering this one, be prepared: there weren’t plates when we ordered at Roaring Fork, so you might need to plan ahead. Photogenic, but at what cost? Overall, we feel like this dessert had a LOT going on. Here’s a closer look at all. those. layers. The chocolate mousse had a good flavor and was nice and light, but the marshmallow layer was overpowered by the saltiness of the chocolate caramel pearls. The cake was our least favorite part because it was bland, and didn’t have much taste beyond graham cracker. Another look at those layers The caramel marshmallow on top was the superior marshmallow on this treat, and while it was overall a cute concept, we’d probably rather just eat a regular old s’more! Sneaky sneaky If you happen to be staying at the Wilderness Lodge, it might be worth a try, but we don’t think it’s worth a special trip unless you’re a HUGE fan of chocolate and marshmallow. If you’d like to try the new Roaring S’mores yourself, you can snag it at the Roaring Fork in Wilderness Lodge for $5.79! How much would you pay for the BEST snacks 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 a s’mores fan? Let us know in the comments! The post REVIEW: Bring LOTS of Napkins If You Try Disney World's New S'mores Treat first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Character cavalcades are fun and all, but it’s extra exciting to spot our favorite Disney characters in the “wild” at Disney World! Get up close and (almost) personal with the characters! Such was the case today, when Goofy and Pluto popped up at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge, and they put on a show that left us waving and clapping! Even from afar, Goofy and Pluto are two of the most animated — and adorably hilarious — characters at Disney World! We’re accustomed to seeing them in parades (and dressed up like Santa), but it’s not every day we see them upstairs at a Disney resort! Hi Goofy! While hanging out in the lobby at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge, we were suddenly treated to an unexpected show from Goofy and Pluto, who emerged on one of the upper levels! Goofy and Pluto! Perhaps they’re here for a well-deserved staycation? Hey Pluto! They spent a few minutes looking downstairs at guests and waving! Goofy! Goofy, true to form, was living up to his name. Goofin’ around Then it was time for a little fresh air, as the duo headed outside! Goofy and Pluto at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge From their perch in front of the resort, they looked like kings of Wilderness Lodge, and we’re here for it! It’s always such a TREAT to see Disney characters pop up unexpectedly, and Goofy and Pluto sure know how to make our day! Are You Team Goofy or Daisy?! 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 have been your favorite surprise character sightings at Disney World? Let us know in the comments! The post Surprise! Fan-Favorite Characters Made an Unexpected Appearance at Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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Summery treats have been popping up all over Disney World recently. Hello, gorgeous In order to fit in with the season, we’re trying a cupcake that features lots of light, fresh, and fruity flavors! Among the many, many Mother’s Day treats available in Disney World this month, Artist’s Palette at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort and Spa has a special cupcake on the menu! Artist’s Palette The Mother’s Day Cupcake is vanilla cake with peach compote, spiced vanilla buttercream, peach mousse, and a white chocolate hat with fondant green flowers and a pipped vanilla buttercream rim. Mother’s Day Cupcake at Artist’s Palette Hats off to this cupcake! Not only is it SUPER cute (and quite chic!), but it tastes very fresh, and it’s the perfect snack for spring! So chic The peaches, in particular, were bright and fresh, and the peach mousse was nice and light. Look how adorable the hat is! Mother’s Day Cupcake Peach is the prominent flavor, but the spiced notes — cinnamon was the main flavor — were a welcome addition to help balance out the sweetness. Hats off to this cupcake! Although the peaches aren’t TOO overwhelming, they are certainly at the forefront, so if peaches (or cinnamon, really) aren’t your jam, you might not like this one. But aside from that, it’s honestly pretty perfect! Peachy! If you want to try it yourself you can find it at Artist’s Palette or Good’s Food To Go at Disney’s Old Key West Resort between now and May 9th, for $5.99. Check back with us for more reviews of Mother’s Day treats in Disney World! EPCOT’s New Snack Is Sweet, Spicy, and…Heavy? Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What’s your favorite Disney World dessert? Tell us in the comments! The post REVIEW: Umm Disney World's Newest Cupcake Is Giving Us Fashion Advice first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article