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We recently reported that some Disney Skyliner gondolas crashed into each other. @nextstopmainstreet on Instagram We are currently at the Disney Skyliner station at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and we’re here to give you some more updates on the situation. We arrived at the Skyliner station and the gondolas were not moving. Disney Skyliner When we arrived, there was still a line of people waiting for the Skyliner. Line for Skyliner Cast Members encouraged guests to take the buses or the boats to their next destination. Cast Members have continued to guide guests towards other modes of Disney transportation and answer any questions guests may have. Skyliner Line Stay tuned to DFB for more information on tonight’s Disney Skyliner incident. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! The post Live Updates From the Skyliner Crash in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

The Disney Skyliner opened in 2019, and while it runs smoothly most of the time, sometimes there are issues. Disney Skyliner Back in October of 2019, there was an accident where the gondolas crashed into each other and there has not been a crash since then. Tonight, the Disney Skyliner has crashed again. At the Disney’s Hollywood Studios station, some Skyliner gondolas crashed into each other. Some glass from the Skyliner did shatter, but Disney was quick to clean it up. @nextstopmainstreet on Instagram In this video from Instagram user @nextstopmainstreet, we have a video that shows us more from the crash. This is the second time that the Disney Skyliner has crashed, but we have seen many incidents where guests are stuck in the Skyliner from weather or technical difficulties. Skyliner For guests stuck in the Skyliner, Disney has emergency kits that include a few packets of drinking water, cool packs, a pencil and notepad, a whistle, a glow stick, and a few blue cups. Skyliner As we learn more about the situation we will update you. See more photos from the previous Skyliner crash Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Have you experienced any issues with the Disney Skyliner? Let us know in the comments! The post BREAKING NEWS: Skyliner Gondolas Crash Again in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Since Disneyland suspended their Annual Passholder program and introduced their new “Legacy Passholder” program, things have started to look and feel a little different than prior to the closures. Legacy Passholder Magnet and Button from A Touch of Disney event Since that transition began earlier this year, the Disneyland app was updated with a digital discount ticket for Legacy Passholders to redeem their extended perks, which include various discounts on shopping and dining. A little over one week prior to Disneyland’s historic reopening on April 30th, Legacy Passholders may have noticed yet another update to the Disneyland app, specifically to their digital discount ticket. Disney has now assigned one of two discount categories — Legacy Passholder Discount A or Legacy Passholder Discount B — to everyone’s pass. World of Disney at the Disneyland Resort What does Discount A and Discount B mean, exactly? It looks like Disney is further differentiating what being a “Disneyland Annual Passholder” used to look like and what a “Legacy Passholder” looks like now. So, instead of having a “Disney Signature Annual Pass discount,” a guests will now have a “Legacy Passholder Discount A.” We may start to see fewer and fewer Disneyland merchandise items that say “Annual Pass” In general, Legacy Passholder Discount A is a higher discount category than Legacy Passholder Discount B. If you’re looking for the latest souvenir, for example, you can expect a merchandise discount of 10% under Discount B, and 20% under Discount A. Certain locations may offer different discount amounts, especially at third party retailers in Downtown Disney. Disneyland Ears Which discount do you have? Disney has assigned Legacy Passholder Discount A to former Disney Premier Passport, Disney Signature Plus and Disney Signature passholders, and Legacy Passholder Discount B to former Disney Deluxe, Disney Flex, Disney Southern California and Disney Southern California Select passholders. Disneyland At this time, Disneyland has yet to announce a new Membership program that will likely replace the Legacy Passholder program. We have shared in the past that the Legacy Passholder discounts will continue until Disneyland announces a new membership offering. So until that happens, Legacy Passholders can continue to redeem those discounts at the shopping and dining locations around the Disneyland Resort. We’ll continue to keep an eye on Disneyland Legacy Passholder updates and we will let you know the moment we learn about what the new replacement Membership program looks like! Click here to learn how to access your Legacy Passholder digital discount ticket! 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 a Disneyland Legacy Passholder? Let us know in the comments! The post We Found Another Way Disneyland is Changing The Passholder Experience first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney is an innovator when it comes to technology, particularly technology used at its theme parks. Let’s Get Scanning! Most recently, the company began rolling out its new MagicMobile service on smart devices that allows guests to use their phones just like they do their MagicBands. And Disney World also began a testing phase of a new facial recognition program that allows guests to use their faces as a contactless way to get scanned into the parks. This feature is currently being tested at Magic Kingdom and it works like this — Disney captures an image of your face, converts it into a personal identifying number, and then associates that number with your park admission. The thing is… this program was supposed to end tomorrow, April 23rd. Disney Site Screenshot And today, we got a pop-up message on our phone asking us if we wanted to sign up for the program. Sign Up? We also noticed that the Facial Recognition Testing page on the Disney World website has removed the dates that were once under the paragraph that begins with “Planning to visit Magic Kingdom park soon?” So, are they planning to extend the testing? Looks like it! ©Disney We’ve already tested it — you can read all about our experience here. And it looks like that option will be available to Magic Kingdom guests for a little while longer. We’ll be double-checking tomorrow and in the coming days, though, to see if that’s really the case — we’ll let you know what we find out! See How Fans Feel About Disney World’s Facial Recognition Technology 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 used Disney World’s facial recognition tech yet? Let us know in the comments! The post What's Going on With Facial Recognition in Disney World? Here's What We're Seeing first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disneyland’s big reopening day is coming SOON! We can’t wait to be back! We’ve already taken a look at what rides and restaurants will be available, what characters you could see in the parks, and so much more. But if you’re a Star Wars fan, you may be wondering about a popular ride in Galaxy’s Edge. We recently shared some details about the virtual queue for Rise of the Resistance, but now, we’ve got an exciting update! As we’ve told ya, the virtual queue system WILL still be in place for Rise of the Resistance upon reopening. According to Laughing Place, you’ll have 2 chances to snag a spot, and now, we know exactly what those times are. Your 2 distribution times are 7AM and 12PM! Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge — Disneyland You’ll be able to join that 7AM boarding group from outside the park — just like in Disney World! However, you WILL need a valid theme park ticket and a Park Pass reservation for Disneyland park. Rise of the Resistance Your second distribution time — at 12PM — is open to anyone with a Disneyland Park ticket or a Park Hopper ticket for that day. At this point, you’re required to either be inside Disneyland Park or Disney California Adventure. If you’re in California Adventure and you snag a group, then you can use your Park Hopper ticket to get inside Disneyland at 1PM. Rise of the Resistance We will let you know when the Disneyland site reflects this new information and if anything changes prior to Disneyland reopening. Best of luck scoring that boarding group! May the Force be with you. We’ll keep you posted with lots more Disneyland reopening news, so stay tuned to DFB! Check Out All the Rides That Will Reopen with Disneyland! 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 going to try to get a Rise of the Resistance boarding group? Let us know in the comments! The post Rise of the Resistance Distribution Times for Disneyland's Reopening first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. The Stitch Crashes Disney collection this year has been…well, uh…interesting to say the least. ©shopDisney We have a love/hate relationship with these Stitch designs! While The Little Mermaid Stitch was adorable, we weren’t huge fans of the scary Beauty and the Beast, The Lion King, and Lady and the Tramp Stitch designs. Now, the design for the next Stitch Crashes Disney Collection has arrived — is it terrifying or totally adorable? You tell us! Disney is throwing it back with the latest Stitch Crashes Disney collection, because this time it’s based on Pinocchio! And we think he’s actually not that scary! At least he doesn’t have giant RED eyes like the one from the Lion King collection. His little hat is adorable and those swirling designs on his ears and arms are pretty cute. What do you think? Tell us in the comments how scary you would rate this Stitch on a scale of 1-10 (10 being the scariest). It’s Stitch! ©Disney This new collection will be available soon on shopDisney and in the Disney Parks. Typically, the collections include a plush, pin, and MagicBand, but Disney hasn’t released specific details about the other items that may be part of this set yet. A release date also hasn’t been announced yet, but we’ll be on the lookout for more information! ©shopDisney We’ll keep you updated on more information on the Pinocchio-themed Stitch collection, and any other future terrifyingly cute Stitch Crashes Disney collections! No Lie. We’re TERRIFIED of Disney’s New Plush. Click here to see it! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. How scary is this Stitch plush compared to the others? Let us know in the comments! The post Is Disney's New Stitch Collection Terrifying or Totally Adorable? first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Last week we traveled to Hong Kong Disneyland to see how they use green waste to sprout new life throughout the resort’s landscaping. This week, we’re heading to Orlando to learn how Walt Disney World is helping power the resort with renewable energy, and providing a sanctuary for pollinator populations in Central Florida.http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/US4QtWBff3w View the full article

Disney World has some very cool gift shops, especially in EPCOT’s World Showcase! House of Good Fortune in China We love strolling through spots like the Christmas shop in Germany or the Mitsukoshi Department Store in Japan to see what strange and unexpected souvenirs we can find. Today, we were doing just that in the China Pavilion when we spotted a rare accessory! Inside House of Good Fortune, you’ll find all kinds of interesting goodies! Today was no different because we spotted mask chains in Disney World! The mannequin has a mask chain! This mask accessory has grown pretty popular in the last few months, and they’re a great way to hold on to your mask when you take it off. That way, you don’t have to set it down on an unfamiliar or dirty surface. There were four different colors available when we were there. These chains come in a variety of colors and they’re $6.95 each. These have been VERY hard to spot in the parks, and currently, this may be the only place you can find them in the parks right now! They attach to the sides of the mask. We’ll be looking out for more mask accessories in Walt Disney World — anything to make wearing masks easier so that you can enjoy your vacation even more! Go grab one from this shop! Stay tuned to DFB for more merchandise updates live from the parks. We also keep an eye on all the new Disney products online, so keep checking our site if you’re a fan of online shopping! Check Out Another Cool Thing We Spotted in the World Showcase 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 ever been inside this store? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTOS: Where to Find Mask Chains in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Sprinkles Cupcakes always comes up with some really fun flavors and we love trying them all! Sprinkles Cupcakes From Lemon Meringue to Banana Split to Toasted Coconut, and Caramel & Chocolate cupcake flavors, there’s lots to choose from. But we ESPECIALLY love it when Sprinkles adds a little something extra to its flavors. And by extra, we mean BOOZE. Sprinkles offered up a rum-infused Bananas Foster Cupcake earlier this year, but now, there are some new flavors on the way and they are ALL ABOUT MARGARITAS! First up? There’s the Patrón Margarita Cupcake, which is a key lime cake with Patrón Tequila infused margarita frosting, finished with a sea salt rim. OH MY! Patrón Margarita Cupcake Then there’s the Patrón Strawberry Margarita Cupcake, which is Strawberry cake with Patrón® Tequila infused margarita frosting, finished with a sea salt rim. DOUBLE Oh My! ©Sprinkles Both cupcakes are available for pre-order at the Disney Springs location now for $6.50 each — they are only available for pick-up for a limited time, though. The Patrón Margarita Cupcake is available from April 26th through May 9th and the Patrón Strawberry Cupcake is available from May 3rd through May 9th. Just in time for Cinco de Mayo! You are limited to a dozen of each, though. We’ll let you know if we spot any other yummy cupcake offerings at Disney World! Click Here For Our Review of What Might Be One of The Best Disney World Cupcakes Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What’s your favorite Sprinkles Cupcake flavor? Let us know in the comments! The post A Margarita Cupcake in Disney World? Yes, Please! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

When you’re visiting Disney World, it’s easy to reach for the Minnie Ears, the balloons, or other classic souvenirs. But, what if you’re looking for something more unique to remember your vacation? Did you know you can buy THIS at Disney World? Well, over in EPCOT’s China Pavilion, we’ve found some of the coolest (and weirdest) souvenirs that you can get in Disney World! We have seen a literal unicorn MERMAID at House of Good Fortune, and the Mitsukoshi Department Store is where you can find non-Disney items like Animal Crossing backpacks and plushes and color-changing shirts. But, if you thought that was as unique as merchandise gets in Disney, you’re wrong. Disney has OUTDONE themselves with the latest collection we found in the parks! Recently, we spotted a new Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month display in House of Good Fortune in the China Pavilion. It’s full of unique artifacts and furniture that all tell a piece of the history of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders. And, it turns out the display isn’t just for looks, you can actually BUY the items! But, these unique collectibles are going to cost you…A LOT! And we mean it — the horse statue is priced at $498. This is competing for the most unique souvenir at Disney World And, another unique display item is the Duan Ink Slab which is available for $395. There’s a lot of history behind the stone, as it was first made in Tang Dynasty back in 618-907 and was known for “not harming the brush.” A more eclectic souvenir You can also full-on purchase the furniture from the display, like this intricately designed desk which will cost you $200… You can literally buy the desk …or the finely crafted chair with marble details for a whopping $1,800. Or the chair Pretty much the rest of the display is on sale too, so you can even take home the entire Cinnabar Cabinet, which features the traditional Chinese art of lacquer carving for $5,800 (!!). And, as for how to get it all home — when you purchase any of these items, you’ll arrange for them to be shipped home when you check out. Or the bookshelf! So, what do you think about doing your furniture shopping at Disney World? We bet you didn’t expect that! We’ll continue to keep an eye out for unique merchandise and bring you the latest Disney updates so stay tuned! Do You Know the CENTURIES Old History Behind This EPCOT Store? Click HERE to Read More! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What is the most unique souvenir you’ve ever gotten at Disney? Let us know in the comments! The post Furniture Shopping in Disney World? Yeah, It's a Thing. first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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We don’t know about you, but we’re in the mood to chow down on a cupcake. Black Forest Cupcake Luckily, we’ve found ourselves and P & J’s Southern Takeout at The Campsites at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort, and there’s a rotating selection of tasty treats here. We’ve already tried a pineapple push pop and a hazelnut coffee today…so what could be next? Well, we opted for the current specialty cupcake — and the flavor up for grabs is Carrot Cake! You’ll find all your expected ingredients in here: spiced carrot cake, cream cheese filling, buttercream icing, and a drizzling of ooey-gooey caramel that is SO Insta-worthy. Doesn’t it look so pretty? Carrot Cake Cupcake Good news! It tasted JUST as good as it looks. The spiced carrot cake was deliciously moist, with teeny tiny carrot pieces sprinkled in. We loved all the flavor from the spices, too! And the cream cheese filling complemented the cake so well. Gorgeous, right?! We will say the buttercream frosting on top may not be for everyone. It was very thick and sickly sweet. We would have preferred a cream cheese frosting instead! But the caramel drizzle MORE than made up for it. Overall, we could not get enough of this cupcake. And if you cut ‘er open, you’ll see just how moist and crumbly it is on the inside! Yup, we highly recommend this one… We want it ALL. If you don’t like carrot cake (or spiced cake, for that matter!), this is probably not the treat that’ll turn you into a fan. But anyone else — kids and adults alike — will probably love this little dessert! Grab it for $4.99 at P & J’s Southern Takeout and wash it down with a big ol’ glass of milk. And stay tuned to DFB for more Disney news! Check Out Another Treat from P & J’s Southern Takeout! 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 Carrot Cake Cupcake? Let us know in the comments! The post Review: Did We Just Find One of the BEST Disney World Cupcakes of 2021? first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Star Wars is everywhere these days at Disney World, particularly at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, where fans of the film franchise flock EVERY DAY to visit the ultimate Star Wars fan dream that is Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. It really is like being on another planet! Where else can Star Wars fans go to step onto another planet, pilot the Millennium Falcon, face the Resistance, and nom on some alien food and drinks? So maybe it shouldn’t be a surprise when we see vehicles in the Hollywood Studios parking lot that SCREAM they’re driven by Star Wars fans. But we think we saw the MOST EPIC Star Wars truck today! CHECK THIS OUT!!! On one side, there are decals with the Millennium Falcon and Tie Fighters headed into battle. Also, check out that “Sith Happens” sticker. Sith happens. LOL The other side has the Death Star with Imperial ships heading into the fray! Pew Pew! The whole is an EPIC battle of Light vs. Dark, Good vs. Bad. And we are HERE FOR IT! From the other designs, we’re guessing this is someone who’s made these awesome vinyl stickers! Heading into battle We love it when Disney and Star Wars fans really show off their fandom in creative ways. Let us know if this is your car so we can give you a shoutout! And we’ll let you know if we spot any other cool cars at Disney World! Check Out This Latest Star Wars DIY Project! 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 big Star Wars fan? How do you show off your fandom? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTOS: We Saw an EPIC Star Wars Battle at Disney World...On A Truck? first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Happy Earth Day and Happy Birthday to Disney’s Animal Kingdom! Tree of Life + Disney Characters = ICONIC You could celebrate these special holidays today by grabbing some shirts that might inspire you to save the planet, or even by getting some of Disney’s new reusable items online that’ll change how you do park days. But, if you’re looking to watch a video, maybe you just need a break from your day, or you want to see (and listen) to something that is TRULY satisfying, we’ve got just the thing!! Earlier today, Disney shared a video giving us all a “virtual tour of Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park – ASMR style.” If you’re not familiar with ASMR (Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response), basically it refers to the relaxing sensation you can get when you listen to certain sounds or watch certain visuals. Watching ASMR videos can be SO satisfying and this one for Animal Kingdom is absolutely incredible! Even if you’re not one who typically watches ASMR videos, you might want to check this out. Pandora Waterfall In the video, you’ll see (and hear) everything from the cascading waterfalls at the Tree of Life to the satisfying sound of opening a Disney World Park MAP!! Sometimes there is nothing better than the sound of opening up a crisp, fresh park map. There’s even a piece where you can listen to and watch Cast Members as they flip through some Wilderness Explorers books. Also, ever wonder what it sounds like when an adorable tortious chomps on some lettuce? WELL YOU ARE ABOUT TO FIND OUT! Check out the video below! We’d say that was a 5 minute break well spent! Plus, we got a behind-the-scenes look at some animal care in the park. How great was that?! We’ll keep an eye out for more fun Disney videos and more that you can watch and enjoy. Stay tuned for all the latest Disney updates. Need more Disney ASMR? Click here to watch (and listen to) a video from Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park! 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 the sounds included in the video was the most satisfying to you? Tell us in the comments! The post The Most Satisfying Disney World Video You'll Watch All Day first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Hey everyone! How’s it going? We’ve been to Disney’s Animal Kingdom, which is celebrating its 23rd birthday today! Welcome to Disney’s Animal Kingdom! So Happy Birthday, Animal Kingdom! We wandered all over the park to check up on all the latest updates, so we could share what’s new. So let’s get started! Animal Kingdom Food Updates Thirsty River Bar and Trek Snacks There’s a new HONEY beer at Animal Kingdom, and yes were just intrigued enough to try it! It’s the First Magnitude Honey Bee Citrus Draft Blonde Ale that’s also currently being served at EPCOT’s Flower and Garden Festival. Honey Beer!!! We thought this was the PERFECT beer to sip on in the spring, and we loved the honey flavors combined with the citrus. You can grab it here now through April 24th for $10. Read Our Full Review Of This Beer Here Animal Kingdom Merchandise Updates Discovery Trading Company The Stitch Crashes The Lion King collection has officially made it to Disney World, and yep, it’s even scarier in person. Again, we have to ask: WHY ARE HIS EYES RED? He’s HUGE! And why are there bugs on his head? This collection continues to leave us scratching our heads. But if you’re looking for this collection at Disney World, you now know where you can find it! See More Photos of The Scary Stitch Collection Riverside Depot We spotted some brand new pins at Riverside Depot, including a new Magic In The Stars Brother Bear Pin and a Mushu Pin! New Pins! If you’ve been looking to add these to your collection, head on over to Animal Kingdom now! Don’t Wait! Get 2 NEW Limited Edition Disney Pins Online Now! Find Out More Here! That’s it for our time at Animal Kingdom, but check back again soon because we’ll keep bringing all the updates! Click Here For Our Secret to the BEST Views of the Character Cruises 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. Have you been to Animal Kingdom recently? Let us know in the comments! The post What's New in Disney's Animal Kingdom: Honey Beer and a SCARY Stitch! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’re heading into the wilderness… Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground, that is! Welcome to Fort Wilderness! We’re used to popping by P&J’s Southern Takeout — the counter service location tucked right by Trail’s End Restaurant and Crockett’s Tavern — where we’re typically snacking on one of their frequently-changing specialty cupcakes, like the Black Forest Cupcake. (We’ve got ANOTHER one of those to show you today, so stay tuned!) But to fuel all your camping fun at the Fort, you may find it handy to have a cup o’ caffeine at the ready, too… And today we’re sipping on a Wilderness Bark Latte that may be just the thing! You’ll spot the Wilderness Bark Latte on the Beverages menu, noting that it’s available hot or iced. P&J’s Southern Takeout Menu Temperatures have been up and down here this week, but on this pleasant and bright morning, we ordered it up iced! Wilderness Bark Latte The Wilderness Bark Latte isn’t entirely new in these parts, by the way… it’s also served at Wilderness Lodge, where we’ve previously enjoyed it hot. You can find it at Roaring Fork these days, too. Wilderness Bark Latte Here at Fort Wilderness, the Wilderness Bark Latte likewise presents coffee with hazelnut and chocolate, and a hearty drizzle of chocolate syrup. It’s topped with whipped cream and even more chocolate. Wilderness Bark Latte As you likely anticipate, it tastes just like Nutella! And the nice thing is, the hazelnut flavor doesn’t get buried under all that extra chocolate — it comes through nicely in this very sweet and creamy sip. Obviously, those who prefer a more straightforward coffee may find it’s way too sweet. It’s on par with the sweetness of your typical Starbucks flavored latte, as it’s served. (In fact, our taste-tester shared that, for her preferences of less-sweet coffees, she’d recommend asking for HALF of the pumps of the chocolate and hazelnut syrups.) Menu Close-up But the flavors do work well together overall, and if you’re looking for a true vacation indulgence to start your day — or a sweet afternoon pick-me-up — the Wilderness Bark Latte could definitely do the trick! And I gotta say, the price of $4.89 is pretty good for a specialty coffee drink of this size with all the fixin’s. Oh, and by the way… here at P&J’s Southern Takeout, you can now refill your own Refillable Resort Mug at the self-service drink station now, as we’ve seen at other Resorts again just this week. You can read more about it here! Self-service beverage stations are open Read more about the return of self-service Resort Mug Refills here! And as for the Wilderness Bark Latte, that’s one more treat for all you HAPPY CAMPERS at Fort Wilderness! We’ll see you back here real soon! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Have you ever camped at Fort Wilderness? Please let us know with a comment! The post Review: We Found a Disney World Coffee That's Basically Nutella in a Cup first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’re hoppin’ over to The Campsites at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort to do some snackin’! Welcome to Fort Wilderness! We know and love P & J’s Southern Takeout for its southern classics, but it also has plenty of tasty treats! And today, we’re grabbing another one of ’em: the Pineapple Upside Down Cake Push Pop. There have been seasonal push pops here before, and we’re excited to give this one a try. Okay, that name’s a mouthful! Let’s break this snack down. For $4.99, you’ll get layers of yellow cake, pastry cream, and caramelized pineapple. Sounds pretty sweet, right? The whole thing is topped with whipped cream and a cherry! Pineapple Upside Down Cake Push Pop It certainly LOOKS pretty, but we’re warning you: this thing was a struggle to eat! It fell apart with each push, and it was hard to get all of the layers in one bite. So we recommend pushing the entire thing out at once onto a plate, then eating it with a fork. You’ll really be able to maximize the flavor combo that way! Boy does it look good! As for the taste…this little guy was amazing! The pineapple was tart, but the caramelization brought out the perfect amount of sweetness. Plus, it was nice and ooey gooey! That pineapple layer was pretty hefty, and accounted for a good portion of the flavor profile. Not to mention, the pastry cream seemed to be pineapple-flavored, too! Let’s take a closer look! If you’re a fan of pineapple upside down cake, you won’t be disappointed! However, this is not your ideal grab-and-go snack. It can be messy, especially if you don’t scoop it out onto a plate. We think a cupcake or a small cake would have been the ideal way to lay out this treat, but hey. Points for creativity, Disney! Again, you can swing by P & J’s Southern Takeout to give this a try for yourself. Happy snackin’! And stay tuned to DFB for more Disney news. Check Out Another Treat from P&J’s Southern Takeout! 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 treat? Let us know in the comments! The post Review: Disney World’s Creative New Treat Should Come with Instructions first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disney World has some amazing food, but there are great places to eat off-property, too! Pulled Pork Mac & Cheese One of the spots we’re most excited about is White Castle! This burger joint announced its Florida location (the first in 50 years!) in 2019, and we’ve been dreaming about its square burgers ever since. And now, we’ve got a SUPER exciting update! According to Fox 35, White Castle has announced its official opening date: May 3rd, 2021! It will be open from 8AM-1AM on opening day, before settling into a 9AM-1AM, seven days a week schedule. And sometime in the future, White Castle will transition to being open 24 hours a day. Comfort food ANY time of night?! We’ll take it! Hello, beautiful square burgers! ©White Castle If you want to make a trip here from Disney World, you won’t have too far of a drive. It’s located in O-Town West, near Palm Parkway and Daryl Carter Boulevard. That’s just minutes from Disney property! You’ll also have take-out, dine-in, and drive-through options, which means you could totally take your feast back to your hotel and eat it there. White Castle Orlando rendering ©White Castle While we’re waiting on White Castle, we’re also eagerly anticipating Portillo’s, which will open in the same area. Sounds like Disney Quick Service might have some competition! We’ll keep a close eye on any White Castle updates and be sure to keep ya posted. Stay tuned to DFB! Read More About White Castle! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you excited for White Castle to open? Let us know in the comments! The post White Castle Near Disney World Announces Opening Date first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

You may not know exactly when a character is going to parade through the parks nowadays, but Disney Character Cavalcades have made for a fun surprise in the parks. Mickey cruising down Hollywood Boulevard! Because Disney doesn’t want people crowding together in the parks, they’ve implemented these sporadic mini-parades so you still can say hi to some of your favorite Disney characters. And, it’s (mostly) working! We’ve been stumbling upon them in Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and Disney’s Animal Kingdom for a while now, so we’ve got some tips on the BEST spots to catch them when they’re on their most unique form of transportation — boats! While most characters can be found on a float or walking their way down the streets, in Disney’s Animal Kingdom, characters come by on boats! These Flotillas feature characters like Mickey and Minnie, Goofy, Chip, and Dale, and even Pocahontas and Meeko. And, though you can see these at many different locations around the park, we’ve found the BEST one on our way from Pandora — The World of Avatar to Africa! Prime viewing lies ahead! This unsuspecting spot under the bridge on your walk between the two lands is THE place you want to be when the Character Cruises come by. Why? Well, you’ll be pretty close to the characters thanks to the narrow bridge and you’re eye level with them unlike many other spots around the park. Plus, the biggest secret to this spot is that the boats actually slow down a little bit here because of the narrow waterway, giving you more time to wave and snap some pics. And, if you’ve missed the silly moments with Disney characters, you’ll have some extra time to interact with them! Okay, Pluto’s just BEGGING us for a hug You can still catch a pretty close view of the characters on the entire walkway connecting Pandora — The World of Avatar to Africa, but the boats won’t slow down like they do under the bridge. You can also watch them pass on your way to and from Africa If you’re looking for ANOTHER great spot to catch the character cruises, we’ve got a runner-up! The Tree of Life is at the center of the park so you’ll find yourself passing by the river surrounding it many times on your way around. And, the character cruises pass through here too! Tree of Life + Disney Characters = ICONIC You’re much further away from them, so you won’t be able to interact as much as our #1 spot, but just look at the views! Disney characters in front of the park icon? It’s picturesque! You’re further, but look how scenic! Another spot to catch the character cruises at eye level but from a distance is in the stadium where Rivers of Light used to take place. The stadium seating is open throughout the day, so you can stop in to relax and you’ll catch all the character cruises as they pass by! You’re not in Pluto’s hug zone, but you’re definitely within waving distance! Take a seat here and catch the cavalcades These boats seriously cover A LOT of ground when they’re making their way around Animal Kingdom, so there are even more spots to see them! The only thing is, you’ll be looking down on them from the rest since they’re all located on bridges that the boats pass under. There is the bridge that connects Pandora — The World of Avatar to Discovery Island… The bridge connecting Discover Island and Pandora is another good spot …the bridge viewing area in Africa… You’ll be a bit further from characters on bridges …the bridge connecting Discovery Island to Asia… Say hi from up above! …the one between Discovery Island and DinoLand… More sights from bridges …and the one in Asia on your way to Everest (we told you there were a lot of spots!). The character cruises even pass through here! These spots are great and all, but you’ll have to settle for some further views and really just a wave from the characters. Hello from afar! And, if you’d like some character views with your meal, you can also set up shop in this near-perfect spot and snack on your food from Flame Tree Barbecue while you say hi to the characters! Dining with a view By now we’ve made it around the ENTIRE park following the Character Cruises (Flotillas) down Discovery River. And, while you really can’t go wrong when you’re waving your arm off at Goofy, Mickey, and all their pals, now you’re in on our secret location for catching the BEST views of them! So, store this tip in your pocket and tell Pluto we say hi when you’re stationed in our spot! Click HERE for ALL the character cavalcades you can see in Disney World right now! 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. Who is your favorite Disney character? Let us know in the comments! The post Our Secret to the BEST Views of the Character Cruises in Animal Kingdom first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

There are a whole bunch of unique merchandise items we’ve spotted all over Disney World! Let’s Visit Disney’s Animal Kingdom! Some are RIDICULOUSLY expensive, others are cheap but not many know about them, and some are totally cringe-worthy. But today we found something over at Disney’s Animal Kingdom that is TRULY unique and probably not a souvenir you’d expect to find in Disney World! Today is Earth Day and Animal Kingdom’s birthday, so (of course) we had to make our way over to this wild park for some fun! And while we were there, we visited Mombasa Marketplace, which is a gift shop located over in the Africa section of the park. Let’s Go Inside! And that’s where we found these unique creations!!! Nope, these aren’t just for show. These are actually walking sticks topped with decorated SKULLS! When you go to Disney World, you might expect to find spirit jerseys, plushes, pins, and the other classic Disney items — but skull-topped walking sticks were probably NOT on your list! WOW! Okay, is it just us or are any SpongeBob fans out there feeling a little bit reminded about one particular character and a certain chocolate scene? Comment below if you know what we’re talking about! Each of the walking sticks we saw today were a bit unique, with some slightly different hair/decoration details. This one is truly ROCKING that bed head look and we are living for it. Hey There Dude! Is this what Trader Sam has been doing with his time since he’s been gone from the Jungle Cruise? Hmmmm…so many questions. That’s One Unique Walking Stick! These truly have some fantastic details on them, right down to the teeth!! If you’ve been looking for a way to keep a little sense of that Trader Sam spirit with you wherever you go, or you’re a spooktacular individual who absolutely LIVES for all things mysterious, ghostly, and eerie, this could be JUST the souvenir you’re looking for. Forget those Minnie Ears, it’s ALL about the skull walking sticks! Such Great Details Now, to be clear, these walking sticks aren’t new. We’ve seen them before, but one of our reporters took special note of them today and we just couldn’t help but share them with you! If you want to grab one of these, it doesn’t look like they’re running Trader Sam’s 1-of-your-heads for 2-of-his deals unfortunately. Instead, you’ll have to shell over $19.95 to take one home. But hey, it’ll make QUITE the conversation piece. Have you noticed these souvenirs when walking through Animal Kingdom or have they flown entirely under your radar? If someone asks you to bring them back a souvenir from Disney World, imagine if you brought them back THIS! Definitely not your average princess doll, Loungefly bag, or other classic Disney-type item. Wondering what items in Disney World you WON’T regret buying (other than this walking stick potentially)? Check out our video below for all the details! We’ll continue to keep an eye out for other cool Disney items you can snag online and in the parks, and we’ll share that all with you. Stay tuned for all the latest Disney news and updates! Click here to see some things in Disney World that made us think “Who thought this was a good idea?!” 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 the most unexpected souvenir you’ve ever purchased in Disney World! Tell us in the comments! The post PHOTOS: One of the Most Unexpected Souvenirs You Can Find in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

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Looking for something to eat in Disney World that isn’t TOO heavy? Looking for a lighter, maybe even healthier option after you’ve had your FILL of corn dog nuggets and fruit and nutella-filled waffles with ice cream? Time to Go to Disney Springs Then! Well, then you might just want to head to Disney Springs for one restaurant’s brand NEW dish! Over at Blaze Fast-Fire’d Pizza in Disney Springs, there’s a brand new menu item for you to try. Introducing the NEW Fresh Berry Salad! This salad features fresh seasonal berries, feta, and blackberry balsamic vinaigrette on a bed of mixed greens. YUM! ©Blaze Fast-Fire’d Pizza You can get this item as an entree for $8.95, or you can get it as a side for $5.95. When we checked today, we did see it available at the Disney Springs location according to Blaze’s website. Time for Some Salad Maybe? ©Blaze Fast-Fire’d Pizza Don’t forget, you can place your Blaze Pizza order (including an order for this new salad) online and then go pick it up at the Disney Springs location, so you can potentially avoid some of the lines. Blaze Fast-Fire’d Pizza So, if you love berries and salad and are looking for a fresh dish during your trip, now you’ve got a new option! We’ll keep an eye out for more new dishes all around Disney World and let you know what we find. Click here to see a NEW chef’s special that will be available at another Disney Springs spot for a limited time! 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 this new salad? Tell us in the comments! The post Will Disney World's Newest Dish Be a Must-Get for You? first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

Disneyland is reopening SOON, and boy have we been busy getting ready! Disneyland We’ve already walked you through how to book your tickets, make your Park Pass reservations, reserve a hotel room, and book dining. Phew! But you’ll notice that our experiences all had one thing in common…and it’s a HUGE tip if you’re trying to snag your spot in Disneyland ASAP. We’ve waited in our fair share of virtual queues while we’ve prepped our return to Disneyland. And yup: the waits have been long. But we’ve also noticed, strangely enough, that your wait times tend to vary based on HOW you access the virtual queue. This could be your view soon! When making Park Pass reservations and dining reservations, we joined the virtual queue on our laptop and on the Disneyland app on our phone. And BOTH times, we moved through faster on the app — despite joining that queue after the one on our laptop. When we booked our dining reservations today, we were successful on the app in less than 15 minutes… Success! ©Disney …while on our laptop, our wait was quoted at over an hour. In fact, we were able to get through the mobile queue, make our reservation, AND change that time on the app while our laptop still showed this screen. ©Disney Now when it comes down to it, the laptop time still wasn’t as bad as our wait for those dreaded A Touch of Disney tickets. We were through the virtual queue on our laptop in about an hour — but the mobile process was MUCH easier. ©Disney So if you’re trying to book Disneyland tickets of any kind, we highly recommend using the Disneyland app. While there’s no guarantee, you’ll probably be in and out MUCH quicker (and minus a headache) than if you used your laptop. Or, you can try both at the same time, just in case! Either way, good luck to ya. Disneyland Resort, here we come! We’ll keep bringing you all the latest tips and updates on Disneyland’s reopening. It’s coming up SOON, guys! Stay tuned to DFB for more Disney news. Check Out How to Make Disneyland Dining Reservations! 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 visiting Disneyland when it reopens? Let us know in the comments! The post This Tip Will LOWER Your Wait Time for Disneyland Reservations first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article

We’re heading to the BoardWalk cause Trattoria al Forno is changing things up! Trattoria Al Forno Yesterday, the restaurant introduced TWO new menus! Now, obviously, we had to go check out the changes. Luckily, we were able to get in for dinner to try the new eats! Atmosphere Trattoria al Forno is an Italian table-service restaurant located at Disney’s BoardWalk! Prior to Disney World’s closures, it offered an exciting character breakfast with lesser-seen characters like Prince Eric and Flynn Rider, along with their accompanying princesses, of course. Currently, it’s still got a full breakfast menu (sans characters), but our recent visit was all about dinner. A grand entrance As you approach the restaurant, you’ll see black awnings complemented by gold accents. And, you’ll know just what you’re in for when you see the large signs boasting Neapolitan style pizza, house-made cavatelli, and super Tuscan wines. Trattoria al Forno The outside of the restaurant also hosts the BoardWalk Pizza Window where you can find freshly made personal and full-sized pizzas. Now, we could talk about pizza all day, but let’s get back on track. Inside the restaurant, you’re greeted with warm, rich colors, along with expansive wood-paneling. Not to mention, many bottles of wine. Nice and Welcoming Behind the check-in podium is a brick feature with a Trattoria al Forno sign placed in the middle, flanked by two tiny trees. The style here really welcomes guests into what feels like a classic Italian restaurant. Check-in for Reservations Here Deep reds complement the dark wood that is incorporated throughout the restaurant! The decorative elements change from room to room. Here, you can see darker shades in comparison to the light paint in the farther dining room. The use of different textures and elements, like carpeted and wood floors, adds more variety to the space. An elegant, but cozy feel The decor of this restaurant encompasses the entire dining room, all the way up to the ceiling. The unique paneling on the ceiling draws guests’ eyes up towards the charming, gold light fixtures. The walls are lined with spacious booths, and above them are black and white photos. In the middle of the room are distanced tables. Cozy Dining Room In other areas inside the restaurant, the walls are covered in brick. Together with the large, lace-covered windows, this combination creates an upscale feeling without any feeling of being stiff or uptight. Unique Combinations One of the most unique elements of Trattoria al Forno is the huge open kitchen on display. Guests can observe the happenings in the kitchen, which makes the dining experience feel a bit more personal since you’ve got a view of all the action. Close-Up View! Beyond the massive kitchen, there’s also a pizza oven for guests to see. It’s adorned with wooden pizza trays and rustic-looking jugs and crates. See the pizza-making take place here! At our table, we were presented with rolled silverware in a cloth napkin, a paper wine menu, and a scannable QR code to access the dinner menu. The use of QR codes in place of physical menus has been pretty commonplace in Disney World’s restaurants since its reopening last summer. Place Settings Alright. We’re seated. We’re ready. It’s time to check out that NEW menu! Check Out Our Most Recent Dinner Review from Trattoria al Forno Here Eats In our past experiences, dinner at Trattoria al Forno has been decent. We’ve definitely enjoyed our meals here, and appreciate its balance between being a great spot for a night out and having a comforting, welcoming feel. Some of the most popular dishes here include handmade pasta and seasonal risotto. We were presented with a paper menu outlining the sweeping wine selections (all Italian, may we add). So much to choose from! But, wait…there’s more. Lotso Wine Now, for what this trip was ALL about — getting our hands on that new menu! When perusing the new dinner menu yesterday, we noticed a whole bunch of new appetizers. We spotted new Coastal Mussels, Calamari, Salumi, and Roma Tomato Bruschetta. In addition, there are two new salads (Kale Caesar and Tuscan) and a new Minestrone Soup. ©Disney And holy smokes — when it comes to entrees, there are LOTS of new options! New to the menu are the Rosemary-Tuna Carpaccio, Veal Osso Buco, Grilled Swordfish Salmoriglio, Shrimp Papardelle, Lasagna al Forno, and Plant-based Rigatoni Bolognese. How to choose?! (And, if you’re not interested in anything new, we’ve tried the Oak-grilled Strip Steak Florentine in the past, and it was pretty good!) ©Disney For pizza fans, there’s a whole new list of pizzas to try! You can go classic with the Pizze Margherita or Pizze Pepperoni. Or, try something a little different with the Pizze Bianca and Pizze Sicilian. The Pizza Carni is definitely made with meat-lovers in mind. And don’t forget the sides! This list is filled with Italian staples like Olives, Garlic Bread, Grilled Chicken Breast, Polpette, Shrimp Scampi, and Arrancini. ©Disney Over on the Kids’ Menu, you’ll find appetizers like a Mixed Green Salad and Tomato-Basil Soup. And, kids can “create” their own entrees with the choice of a main dish like Grilled White Fish, Grilled Chicken Breast, Meatballs, or Mickey Pizza (more on that later), along with a choice of two selections. ©Disney If you’re in the market for something sweet, dessert options include Dark Chocolate Semolina Torta, Affogato al Caffè, Panna Cotta, and House-made Gelato. Gone are the Budino and Zeppoli that we’ve tried in the past. ©Disney One of the chefs in the kitchen that helped develop some of these new items on this new menu is Chef Tim Majoras who has led the team at Flying Fish, also located on the BoardWalk. In 2019, Chef Majoras was recognized as Best Chef in Orlando Magazine’s Dining Awards. Flying Fish is still closed following the reopening, so Chef Tim was on hand working the kitchen! He and all the servers were clearly excited about the new menu — we spied them interacting with guests all night long. Chef Tim even came by our table to see how we were enjoying our meal! Speaking of which, let’s see what we got! After some pretty tricky choices, we decided on…more than a few things. This was bound to be a “thankful we wore stretchy pants” type meal! Our server, Andrea, was super energetic and welcoming. She greeted us, along with her other tables, with a, “Hi, family!” She was very generous and contributed to the comfortable atmosphere of the restaurant. Attentive Servers As we waited for our appetizers to arrive, we tried out the bread service. This was ciabatta paired with olive oil topped with a balsamic drizzle, and an olive tapenade. The balsamic and tapenade are new additions from our last dinner here. Pro Tip: Never get full on bread The bread was light and airy, but had a nice crunch to it. The tapenade was fresh and salty. Obviously, if you’re not a fan of briny olives, you might not want to chow down on that tapenade (it’s basically just chopped-up olives!). We really enjoyed it though! A Work of Art The first dish we tried was the Roma Tomato Bruschetta ($13) from the appetizer menu. Grilled pieces of ciabatta were topped with Roma tomatoes, Genovese basil, aged balsamic, and endives for crunch. Light and Fresh The bread was crisp and crunchy and even remained that way after being topped with the juicy tomatoes. We really appreciated that the ciabatta didn’t get soggy. The combination of fresh ingredients was really delicious and flavorful. This is a light, fresh start to a meal and would be great if you’re anticipating a hefty, rich entree! Lots of texture Next up, we tried the Crispy Pancetta Arrancini (how it’s spelled on the menu) for $14. This dish is classic Italian — fried Italian rice balls with mozzarella and coated in bread crumbs. Arborio rice is combined with Pecorino Romano and Fontina cheese, making it a cheesy, carby masterpiece. So much flavor! They were served with marinara sauce on the bottom and alfredo on top. The pancetta here (basically Italian bacon) was ultra-crisp and shaped into little spirals! Plated perfectly! This is listed on the menu as a side dish but we thought it made a great appetizer! These were especially delicious and flavorful. Plus, we didn’t mind looking at them either. Not Your Everyday Rice Balls We had to even out our carbs and cheese with some greens, so we ordered the new Kale Caesar Salad for $12. The salad combines Kale and Romaine Lettuce with House-made Parmesan-anchovy Dressing, wrapped up nicely in a rye bread crostini. Have you ever seen a salad that looks like this? Isn’t that a pretty salad?! We thought this salad was tangy and all of the ingredients tasted very fresh. We used our resources wisely and broke up our rye crostini to use as croutons. Look at that marbled rye! The parmesan-anchovy dressing coated the lettuce well — just enough so everything was covered, but not too much to make it soggy. (P.S. — don’t be grossed out by the idea of anchovy dressing — homemade Caesar dressing typically has them in there and you probably never noticed!) We really admired the way this salad was plated! You certainly don’t see a bundled salad every day. Major Style Points Then it was pasta timeee. We tried the Lasagna al Forno first. This dish comes with three different sauces — red pepper sauce, marinara, and alfredo. Rather than layering it like a traditional lasagna, the lasagna sheets were twisted to make little roll-ups! They’re like little lasagna pockets The roll-ups are loaded with beef, veal, and pork as well as herbed ricotta and blended Italian cheese. Oh, and these things were generously stuffed. Plus, topped with crispy breadcrumbs! Time for our close-up The mixture of the three different sauces was delightful and creamy. Plus, the pasta was cooked perfectly. Not too mushy and just enough bite to it! If you’re looking for a rich and filling pasta dish, this is a great choice for $27! Garfield would probably be a fan We dabbled in some seafood with the Shrimp Pappardelle ($29). This dish included house-made pasta along with seven butterflied, sauteed shrimp. Seafood Time There are so many different flavors going on here, too — capers, artichokes, garlic, yellow tomatoes, lemon zest, and cream atop house-made egg noodles. This mix of ingredients resulted in a sauce that was creamy and filling, as well as tangy and citrusy. And that was a great combo with the shrimp! Shrimp Shot This was one of the biggest portions we encountered during our meal. And, these flavors were perfect for summer! The fresh basil on top was a nice touch as well! Fresh Herbs Sealed the Deal For those on a plant-based diet, the Plant-based Rigatoni Bolognese is a great option! We spied this on the menu and, after Chef Tim came by and spoke with us about it, he brought out a small tasting portion for us to try! The bolognese is made with Beyond Sausage and Beyond Beef, mushrooms, fresh tomatoes, and housemade marinara, nestled on top of house-made Semolina Rigatoni. A hearty pasta dish If we hadn’t known that this dish was plant-based, we probably wouldn’t have guessed! It was really impressive, with lots of flavor coming from the garlic and herbs. The marinara tied the whole dish together really well. This one costs $25. Whole tomatoes! Alright, now just in case you had forgotten we were in Disney World…it’s time for Mickey-shaped food!! You knew it was coming, didn’t you? We ordered the Kids’ Mickey Cheese Pizza ($12). Big Fans of Mickey-Shaped Things in This House The dough is house-made and topped with the same marinara sauce we tried throughout the other dishes. And, if Mickey Ears weren’t fun enough to begin with, these are made with CHEESY GARLIC BREAD! You might want your Mickey Ears covered in sequins and glitter, and we respect that. But, we’d definitely prefer ours to be garlic bread. Sry. Lots of good cheese! We thought this pizza was fun AND delicious! The crust was perfectly cooked thanks to the stone oven. FYI: there’s also a pepperoni pizza option, and, in that case, the pepperoni would only cover the slices, not the ears. For a kids’ pizza, this was a huge hit with us! We love you, Mickey Pizza Then, it was time for some sweet stuff! In true Italian fashion, we tried the house-made gelato. We ordered one scoop but to our surprise, our amazing waitress brought out all four! WOW. We tried every flavor — Vanilla, Milk Chocolate, Stracciatella, and Pistachio. Sugar rush! In Italian, “stracciare” means “to shred.” So, stracciatella is vanilla gelato with little shreds of chocolate mixed throughout. Think of it like chocolate chip ice cream but NEXT level. Super good. This adds a fun little crunch to every bite. We loved it! Stracciatella Our second favorite had to be Pistachio. And we really loved the way it paired with the Milk Chocolate flavor! Every flavor was very creamy and delicious. Pistachio Each scoop costs $6. Nosh or Not: Consider trying the new menu at Trattoria al Forno if: You’re a lover of classic Italian food, but you’re not afraid of changing things up. Little modifications to classic Italian dishes (like the lasagna roll-ups) add a unique spin on a traditional meal. You’re looking for an upscale meal, but you don’t want to go all-out on an especially fancy experience — Trattoria al Forno offers the best of both worlds. The food is high quality but the location isn’t stuffy. You have an appreciation for fresh flavors and house-made ingredients. So many different things we enjoyed during our meal were made in-house! Consider skipping Trattoria al Forno if: You’re not a big eater when in Disney World. Sometimes, the Florida heat makes you less hungry than you anticipated. The dishes here were definitely hearty and filling. So, if you’re not one to eat a whole lot, consider some appetizers or instead opt for the BoardWalk Pizza Window (or share an entree!). You don’t want to splurge on a meal. Although many of the portions here were sizable, this isn’t an inexpensive dining option. If you’re used to visiting Trattoria al Forno for the Bon Voyage Character Breakfast, you might be taken by surprise with the differences between the experiences. Now, we’re not saying you’ll be badly surprised, but if you’re used to the fun of visiting with Ariel and Rapunzel, you may want to shift your expectations accordingly. Overall As previously mentioned, we’ve enjoyed our past dinner experiences here at Trattoria al Forno. But, we really thought that this new menu took it to the next level! We were appreciative of all the different flavor pairings, fresh ingredients, and unique spins on classic Italian fare. And, it wasn’t just us. During our visit, we overheard guests saying they’d been dining at Trattoria al Forno for years, but their meal with the new menu was beyond anything they’ve experienced in the past! If you’re looking for a change of scenery from the Disney World restaurants you normally frequent, this unsung option at the BoardWalk might be a nice change of pace! Change can often be a good thing and it sounds like these new menu options might’ve been the little refresh that Trattoria al Forno needed! Because of its proximity to EPCOT and Disney’s Hollywood Studios, this could be a nice, relaxing sit-down meal following a long day in the parks. There are plenty of places in Disney World to get Italian food, but most of them aren’t…very…good. We were pretty surprised by how great we found everything we tried here! Sneak Peek! NEW Menu Items at a Disney World Celebrity-Owned Restaurant 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 dined at Trattoria al Forno? Tell us in the comments! The post OMG We Found Actually Really GOOD Italian Food in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. View the full article