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Florida’s current vaccine standards require individuals to be over 60 years of age. Florida Palm Trees As more vaccines become available, that age limit will lower. Recently, President Biden directed all states to make all adults eligible for the vaccine by May 1st. Now, a location in Florida has already lowered its age requirement. Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings announced that the Orange County Convention Center will lower the vaccination age to allow anyone ages 40 and older to get a vaccination beginning March 22nd. ©InternationalDrive.com This change is specific to the Orange County Convention Center. The rest of the state remains at the over 60 years old limit. Demings noted this change is because each day the convention center has “available supply that is not getting in the arms of individuals.” Health and safety signage (and Minnie Mouse) During the conference, Demings was asked if they need permission from the state. He noted that his staff has had conversations with state officials and believes this is the right move at this time for Orange County. Distancing Markers We’ll be keeping an eye on vaccinations in the area and how changes affect Disney World. Stay tuned for updates. Click here to learn more about vaccine distribution. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! The post NEWS: Orange County Convention Center in Florida Lowers Its Vaccine Age Requirement first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: NEWS: COVID-19 Vaccine Could Begin Distribution in Florida Next Week Breaking News! Orlando is Going Under Curfew Starting Tonight Universal Sends Out Surveys About Potential Re-Opening Scenarios View the full article

Although Disneyland Paris reopened last summer, it closed again in October. Disneyland Paris ©Disney Initially, the park was set to reopen on April 2nd, but since then, the reopening has been delayed again, with no official date announced. In the meantime, though, Disney has added Spotify and YouTube channels with Disneyland Paris music so those who are missing the parks can enjoy a little of bit that magic in their homes and on the go! ©Disney The playlists include an “Around the World” playlist, music from Halloween, attractions music, and some original songs from the park! New music is said to be added throughout the year. ©Disney You can listen to the Disneyland Paris music here. And if we get any more Disneyland Paris news, we’ll be sure to let you know! Click Here to Take a Virtual Ride on Peter Pan’s Flight in Disneyland Paris! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Have you been to Disneyland Paris? What’s your favorite music there? Let us know in the comments! The post A New Playlist of Disney Parks Music? Yes, Please! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: NEWS: Curfews in France Impact Operating Hours at Disney Village in Disneyland Paris NEWS! Disneyland Paris Has Extended Its Cancellation Offer for Reservations Into July BREAKING NEWS! Disneyland Paris to Reopen on July 15th! View the full article

We’re exploring the all-new A Touch of Disney event at Disney California Adventure. Cluck a Doodle Moo Booth Today is the first time that guests have been able to FULLY enter a Disneyland theme park since last March and there has been a LOT to see and do — and EAT. We’ve been reviewing LOTS of the spots around the fest and now we’re stopping in at one of the Food and Wine Booths that’s graced the event — Cluck a Doodle Moo! Menu Cluck a Doodle Moo is serving up a little menu with some savory dishes and fruity drinks. You’ll even spot an ICONIC Disneyland Park eat! Cluck a Doodle Moo Menu So, let’s try out those snacks! Food First up on the menu, we’re trying out the Chicken Gumbo. Disneyland-goers might recognize a version of this dish from its usual home at Cafe Orleans and Blue Bayou in Disneyland Park. At the booth, it’s available for $7. The gumbo is a Hearty Stew with Chicken, Tasso Ham, Andouille Sausage and Vegetables and we thought it was very tasty! There was a lot of flavor to this bigger dish, though not a lot of spice. If you love yourself some spicy gumbo, you’re probably going to be hoping for more. Chicken Gumbo The other food option is the Grilled Beef Tenderloin Slider for $8.50. We’ve seen this option before at this booth and is topped with Chimichurri and pickled Onions. All of the flavors combine to make one happy little burger that is a total crowd-pleaser. Grilled Beef Tenderloin Slider Even though this is a slider, Disney didn’t shy away on the meat and manages to squeeze a pretty large patty in between the slices of bread! Grilled Beef Tenderloin Slider While we like the simplicity of the dish and how the flavors combine, we think that it could use just one more ingredient to bring it to the next level. Otherwise, it’s tasty but pretty mild in flavor. There are also TWO drinks on the menu here. The Berry Mule is the boozy option for $14. And, the Watermelon Agua Fresca is a non-alcoholic option for $6. We’re making our way around Disney California Adventure to sample lots of new and favorite items. So, be sure to stay tuned to DFB for lots of reviews, photos, and more! We’re LIVE from A Touch of Disney! Click here to follow along! Disneyland Reopening Details and Info Click HERE for the All Latest Updates Disneyland Aims to Reopen Late April California Residents May Be the ONLY People Allowed to Visit Reopened Disneyland Initially Avengers Campus Still Set to Open at Disneyland "Later This Year" Click Here to Learn More About the "Touch of Disney" Ticketed Event in Disney California Adventure 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 going to A Touch of Disney? Tell us in the comments! The post REVIEW: A Disneyland Food Booth is Serving Up An ICONIC New Orleans Dish! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: News: Special Menus for New Year’s Eve in Disneyland Everything You Need to Know about Disneyland’s Pixar Fest! PLUS a Printable Pixar Fest Food Checklist! Update! Tickets For A Touch of Disney Are Currently SOLD OUT! View the full article

We’re LIVE from the first day of A Touch of Disney in California Adventure — that’s right, we’re BACK inside a Disneyland theme park (well, a FULL Disneyland theme park) for the first time in over a year! A Touch of Disney There may not be any rides available at this event, but that doesn’t mean it’s any less popular. Tickets for the event sold out in less than a day, so we knew the crowds would show up! But just how busy is it inside this limited-capacity event? Let’s find out! We were on the lookout for crowds as soon as we arrived in the morning to park. After all, those Disneyland fans are masters at showing up EARLY for special events like this! But, we experienced NO wait for security and temperature screenings coming from the Simba Lot! Temperature screening We arrived early, about an hour and a half before the Mickey & Friends parking garage opened up, so your mileage may vary. When in doubt, though, arrive EARLY! While we spotted a small group of people on the Harbor Blvd. side of the esplanade, Downtown Disney was pretty empty too! (This was around 10 AM, two hours before A Touch of Disney kicked off!) Downtown Disney at 10AM We noticed a small crowd around the Disney California Adventure gate about an hour and a half before A Touch of Disney kicked off… Crowds in front of DCA …but they were socially distanced pretty well, standing on markers in front of the park’s entrance. An hour before A Touch of Disney Once we got in, we hit a bit of a roadblock by Cars Land… a BIT of a roadblock …but the crowds quickly dispersed. Cars Land crowds Mobile Order is the name of the game when it comes to the food and drinks across A Touch of Disney, so we were curious to see how busy the booths would look! Cluck-a-Doodle-Moo And they really weren’t that bad! D-Lish Tables were spaced out well, too, though there were more people there than in other areas of the park. Tables at A Touch of Disney Like Pixar Pier was DEAD. SO FEW PEOPLE! Even the photo opps in this area didn’t draw many crowds. To infinity and — not so many people This was also the first time Disneyland locals would get to wave and say “hello” to their favorite characters, like Mickey, Minnie, and Pluto! But did the characters draw massive crowds? Nope! It was a lot of socially-distanced selfies. JOY! In general, the crowds seem to ebb and flow, you may see quite the scene in one area… A few more folks …and then another is practically empty! We can’t spot another soul We’ll be bringing you even more coverage from A Touch of Disney today as well as in the coming weeks, so be sure to stay tuned and follow along! Click here to read more details about A Touch of Disney! Disneyland Reopening Details and Info Click HERE for the All Latest Updates Disneyland Aims to Reopen Late April California Residents May Be the ONLY People Allowed to Visit Reopened Disneyland Initially Avengers Campus Still Set to Open at Disneyland "Later This Year" Click Here to Learn More About the "Touch of Disney" Ticketed Event in Disney California Adventure 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 Do you have tickets to A Touch of Disney? Let us know in the comments! The post What Does a SOLD OUT A Touch of Disney Crowd Look Like at Disneyland? first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Dining Reminder: Reservations for Lamplight Lounge in Disney California Adventure Are OPEN Dole Whip Is BACK at Disneyland — Here’s Where to Find It! PHOTOS: Step Into the Retro ‘WandaVision’ Living Room at Disneyland Resort! View the full article

We’re having a great day so far at A Touch of Disney in Disney California Adventure, and we’re so excited to take you along! We’re having a blast today! We’re experiencing all the fun things that this event has to offer, including some amazing food! Some of the items are Disneyland Resort classics, but some of them are brand new. As part of the new offerings, we’re checking out one of the A Touch of Disney Marketplaces — California Craft Brews! Here at California Craft Brews, you’ll find two things: assorted California craft beers and Pepperoni Pizza Egg Rolls! California Craft Brews Booth The Pepperoni Pizza Egg Rolls are $7 and each of the 9 different beers is $11.75. If you wanted to try all 10 items here, you’d be shelling out quite a lot of cash (and drinking a lot of beer!). California Craft Brews Menu Food We decided to start off with the Pepperoni Pizza Egg Rolls. This Disney California Adventure festival classic is made with mozzarella cheese, topped with parmesan, parsley, and red pepper flakes served with marinara and pesto sauces. You can also get a version of these in Disney World. Pepperoni Pizza Egg Rolls These lil’ rolls are just as delicious as we remember! When you bite in you get a nice crunch from the outside and then warm pizza on the inside. Inside the pizza rolls! They taste almost exactly like a slice of pizza with some added texture. The only thing we wish is that these came a little bigger! Drinks For our beverages of choice, we picked the Stone Brewing, Neverending Haze IPA, and the Karl Strauss Brewing Co., Endless Summer Hard Seltzer — POG. Let’s start off with the Neverending Haze IPA. We’ve got a hot take on this IPA — it was very light and missing that strong bitter taste that you normally get from an IPA. But, that made this mildly citrus beer easy to drink on the warm spring day! If you’re a hard-core IPA fan then this might be a drink to skip, but you can easily down more than one of these without feeling full from the beer (saving room for more food, yum)! Stone Neverending Haze IPA The Endless Summer Hard Seltzer — POG was definitely a change of pace from the IPA. If you’re not familiar with the popular Disney juice already, POG stands for Passion Fruit, Orange, and Guava and that’s exactly what this beer seltzer tastes (and smells) like! We’re happy to report that the POG to alcohol ratio was on point and there was no overpowering the beloved juice flavor. So, if you’re a big fan of the fruity Disney juice, this would be one to try! Karl Strauss Endless Summer PIG Seltzer So, if you’re in the mood for some beer and fried pizza, then this booth is gonna be your jam! Stay tuned to DFB as we head around and check out the other highlights of this event and bring you all of the reviews! Want to Get More Details on Menus and Prices for Food at A Touch of Disney? Click Here for More Info! Disneyland Reopening Details and Info Click HERE for the All Latest Updates Disneyland Aims to Reopen Late April California Residents May Be the ONLY People Allowed to Visit Reopened Disneyland Initially Avengers Campus Still Set to Open at Disneyland "Later This Year" Click Here to Learn More About the "Touch of Disney" Ticketed Event in Disney California Adventure 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 Would you enjoy a booth like this? Tell us in the comments! The post Boozy POG Juice AND Pizza Egg Rolls?! Disneyland Resort, We're Moving In! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Review: If You’re Looking for a Disneyland Cult Classic, Here’s Where You Want to Eat NEW! Orange Vanilla Coke and Honey-Mustard Chicken Wings Found in Disney California Adventure! The Disneyland Candy Canes are HERE! View the full article

We’ve been eating Disneyland classics, saying “hello” to some of our FAVORITE characters, and so much more at the “A Touch of Disney” event in Disney California Adventure today! A Touch of Disney But, if you’re a Legacy Passholder, there are a few EXCLUSIVE perks you can take advantage of at this ticketed event! We shared a little bit about these special extras a few weeks ago, but today we got the chance to finally experience them in person! First, if you’re a Legacy Passholder and you attend A Touch of Disney, be sure to stop by the Legacy Passholder Corner. That Passholder Corner is located in the Paradise Gardens part of the park. There, you’ll find a special photo opportunity themed to the 20th anniversary of Disney California Adventure Park! You’ll be able to grab a photo with these adorable versions of Mickey, Minnie, Goofy, and Pluto with that fun background celebrating Disney California Adventure’s 20th Anniversary! 20th Anniversary Photo Op You’ll also be able to grab some special goodies at the Legacy Passholder Corner. Specifically — you’ll have the chance to snag a special Legacy Passholder magnet and A Touch of Disney button! Magnet and Button! The Legacy Passholder magnet has a Mickey Mouse design on it with the words “Legacy Passholder” and “Disneyland Resort” on it. We especially love the purple color on this one. So Fun! The button is also exclusive to Legacy Passholders and it has the “A Touch of Disney” logo on it, again with our friend Mickey. Both of these items will be available while supplies last. The Legacy Passholder Corner will be open from 12PM to 6PM during A Touch of Disney. Your Legacy Passholder Passport and a government-issued photo ID must be presented to enter the Legacy Passholder Corner and enjoy these offerings, so just keep that in mind. Also, a reminder that a ticket to A Touch of Disney will be required to enter Disney California Adventure Park and access this area. Legacy Passholder Goodies! We’ll keep an eye out for more updates all about Disneyland. Keep in mind that Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park are both currently set to reopen in late April. But for now guests can enjoy access to Disney California Adventure Park and do some shopping and dining there through A Touch of Disney. Stay tuned for more updates! Click here to see more about our experience at A Touch of Disney! Disneyland Reopening Details and Info Click HERE for the All Latest Updates Disneyland Aims to Reopen Late April California Residents May Be the ONLY People Allowed to Visit Reopened Disneyland Initially Avengers Campus Still Set to Open at Disneyland "Later This Year" Click Here to Learn More About the "Touch of Disney" Ticketed Event in Disney California Adventure 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 PHOTOS: Check Out the EXCLUSIVE Items Legacy Passholders Can Snag in Disneyland! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: PHOTOS: Step Into the Retro ‘WandaVision’ Living Room at Disneyland Resort! Two Major NEW Park Additions Show We’re Even Closer to Disneyland Reopening 20th Anniversary Disney California Adventure Merch Is Being Released Soon! View the full article

We’ve been making our way all around Disney California Adventure Parks’ new ticketed event, A Touch of Disney, today eating food, seeing characters in the park again, and so much more! A Touch of Disney Throughout the park, various restaurants and food spots are open, including some booths that were previously at Disney California Adventure Park’s Food & Wine Festival. Looking for a cheese plate, mimosas, or some Chardonnay during your trip to DCA? Then we’ve got just the spot for you — the Uncork California marketplace! It’s sort of mind-blowing to think about it, but we visited the Uncork California booth during the 2020 California Adventure Food & Wine Festival in February of 2020, before the historic closure of Disneyland in March. And now we’re BACK over a year later and while things have certainly changed with the world, some things have changed with this booth as well. Uncork California Before we get into the food we do want to mention that you are able to Mobile Order from this booth through the Disneyland app, so just be sure to keep that in mind! Okay, to the food and drinks! Menu The menu here has many returning items from last year’s festival with a few changes. In terms of the food, the California Artisan Cheese Selection is back. Uncorked California Menu There are also a number of wines and mimosas, although some of the actual alcohol selections have changed. Food In terms of the food, like we mentioned the California Artisan Cheese Plate is BACK. The plate features Central Coast Creamery Holey Cow Swiss and Fiscalini Farmstead Purple Moon Cheddar, with grapes, dried apricots, and glazed pecans. Last year the dish featured Vintage Cheese Co. Cabernet Cheddar instead of the Fiscalini, although we did see Fiscalini offered back in 2019. Generally, the dish is similar to previous offerings at this booth. California Artisan Cheese Selection | 2020 Last year, we found this dish to be a pretty generous portion in terms of size, but pretty standard. It arrived pre-packaged in a plastic box. Based on our taste from last year, if you’re hungry (or even hangry!) and you NEED some cheese, you might want to consider it. It may not be the greatest cheese plate you’ll ever eat in your life, but we enjoy cheese in ALL forms. You can get it for $8.50. Drinks On the drinks side, we’ve got some returning items and a few new offerings that weren’t at this booth last year. Returning from last year’s selection of wine is the Francis Ford Coppola Winery, Sofia Rose for $11.00, the Erath, Pinot Noir for $14.00, and the Chandon Brut, Sparkling Wine for $15.00. But, the following 4 offerings that you can get now were not available last year at this booth: Wither Hills, Sauvignon Blanc for $12.00 Rodney Strong, Chardonnay for $13.00 Hill Family, Barrel Blend for $16.00 Sebastiani, Cabernet Sauvignon for $13.00 We gave the Wither Hills, Sauvignon Blanc a try and were happy to find that it was super light and refreshing. If you’re not a fan of white wines that are overly sweet, then this one will be a winner because it had a good balance of sweetness. Wither Hills, Sauvignon Blanc We also tried the Sebastiani, Cabernet Sauvignon and, as the true cabernet fans we are, were disappointed to find that the flavors weren’t very bold. But, if you’re looking for a red wine that is light and sweet, this one is yours! Sebastiani, Cabernet Sauvignon If it’s a mimosa you’re after though, this booth DEFINITELY has you covered!! This year, the Road Trip Mimosa Trio ($17) is BACK with the same three offerings from last year. You can get the set of 3 as part of the Mimosa Trio, or get the items on their own. The three drinks that are part of the trio and their individual prices are the Pacific Mimosa (Sparkling wine, coconut, Blue Curacao, and Pineapple Juice) for $15.00… Pacific Mimosa …the Mojave Mimosa (Sparkling wine, peach juice, and raspberry syrup) for $15.00… Mojave Mimosa …and the Sierra Mimosa (Sparkling wine, lavender, and fresh lemon juice) for $15.00. Sierra Mimosa Similar to last year, we thought this flight was delicious but SO small in terms of the pours. The Pacific Mimosa had a great coconut presence though and was on the sweet side for all you out there who love a sweet drink. If you love peach, the Mojave Mimosa is the one for you — it was delicious and VERY peachy (and our favorite)! The Sierra Mimosa was again fairly one noted, however, with really just the lavender shining through. Overall, if there’s a flavor in these you don’t like, you likely won’t like that mimosa, but you can buy them separately if you wish! Novelties At Uncork California, you can also get a number of novelty items during A Touch of Disney. Specifically, at this booth, you’ll find a Red Grapes Glow Cube Charm and Green Grapes Glow Cube Charm. You can add these grape glow cubes to any beverage for $5.50 each. Red Grapes Glow Cube These charms are available to purchase while supplies last, so be sure to grab yours while you can! Overall Overall, if you’re looking for a fairly standard cheese selection, some delicious mimosas, or some wine — Uncork California has you covered! If you want to try it for yourself, be sure to place your Mobile Order for this spot during your trip to A Touch of Disney. We’re making our way around ALL of DCA as part of this special, ticketed event, so stay tuned for more photos, videos, reviews, and all kinds of details! Disneyland Reopening Details and Info Click HERE for the All Latest Updates Disneyland Aims to Reopen Late April California Residents May Be the ONLY People Allowed to Visit Reopened Disneyland Initially Avengers Campus Still Set to Open at Disneyland "Later This Year" Click Here to Learn More About the "Touch of Disney" Ticketed Event in Disney California Adventure 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 What do you think about the Uncork California booth? Let us know in the comments! The post Review: Looking for Mimosas and Cheese in Disneyland Resort?! Run Here. first appeared on the disney food blog. 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Hey there friends, we’re LIVE from A Touch of Disney at Disney California Adventure Park! Smokejumpers Grill This hard-ticketed event features tons of food options from around Disneyland Resort, exclusive perks for Legacy Passholders, ADORABLE character interactions, and MUCH more! We’re tasting LOTS of different items all over the park (including WINGS from Trader Sam’s). And now, we’re heading over to Smokejumpers Grill to get a Disneyland classic and 2 NEW items! Menu Smokejumpers Grill reopened for a time as part of Buena Vista Street and we actually got the chance to eat there back in November. But, Smokejumpers has now reopened as part of the “A Touch of Disney” event with a NEW menu. Smokejumpers Menu The menu now includes NEW Imposible Chili Waffle Fries… Chili Waffle Fries Anyone? …some desserts and drinks… Desserts and Drinks …a NEW Brisket Mac ‘n Cheese, a NEW Petite Impossible Burger, and a few other items. But, perhaps MOST importantly, Smokejumpers is now serving up the BELOVED Monte Cristo Sandwich from Blue Bayou!! More Items Including the MONTE CRISTO!! When we saw that we could have the opportunity to once again be reunited with this signature Disneyland treat, we KNEW we had to give it a try! And we couldn’t help but get a few other items while we were there too. Just a quick note before we get into the review that Mobile Order is available at Smokejumpers through the Disneyland app. Mobile Order There are also 3 different little novelty items you can get here, including the Sapphire Glow Cube. Oooo So Many Things to Choose From! Okay, okay, enough talking — let’s eat! Food For today’s sampling, we got 3 items. First up, we’ve got the NEW Brisket Mac ‘n Cheese. This dish is made with creamy mac ‘n cheese, smoked barbecue brisket, pickled red onions, and crispy fried shallots. Brisket Mac ‘n Cheese! Smokejumpers has had some unique mac ‘n cheese creations before, but this was a new addition to the menu! Cheeeesy If you’re looking for a cheesy dish with a bit of brisket, you can try this for $7.49. We also got the NEW Impossible Chili Waffle Fries while we were there. These waffle fries are served with chili with beans, tomato and corn, spicy mayo, cheddar cheese, and pico de gallo. Those Waffle Fries Are Loaded! If you’re looking for a mix of fries, chili, and cheese, you can try this dish yourself for $7.99. And last but CERTAINLY NOT least, we (of course) HAD to get the 1/2 Monte Cristo Sandwich. The sandwich is made with sliced turkey, ham, and swiss fried in a light batter, dusted with powdered sugar, and served with berry puree. The Beloved Monte Cristo! In the past, you could get this dish at Blue Bayou and Cafe Orleans, and it has made our list of some of the BEST food to eat in all of Disneyland. We typically recommend that you do NOT leave Disneyland without enjoying this sweet-and-savory, airy-and-crispy Disneyland classic. The Monte Cristo is BACK This dish is serious business for die-hard Disneyland fans. If you want to get a taste of this signature sandwich, you can grab it right now at Smokejumpers during A Touch of Disney for $10.99. Can’t make it to A Touch of Disney? Click here to see how you can make the Monte Cristo at home! Overall Overall, if you are looking to try a new mac ‘n cheese creation, you’re the type of person who could eat loaded fries all day long, or you are (like many of us) totally in LOVE with Disneyland’s Monte Cristo sandwich, you may want to stop by Smokejumper’s Grill to check out these items. Keep following along with us as we head around Disney California Adventure and check out all the eats at A Touch of Disney. And keep in mind that Disneyland Park itself and Disney California Adventure will be officially reopening in just over a month. Click HERE to see more about our experience at A Touch of Disney! Disneyland Reopening Details and Info Click HERE for the All Latest Updates Disneyland Aims to Reopen Late April California Residents May Be the ONLY People Allowed to Visit Reopened Disneyland Initially Avengers Campus Still Set to Open at Disneyland "Later This Year" Click Here to Learn More About the "Touch of Disney" Ticketed Event in Disney California Adventure 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 Heather Sievers is DisneyFoodBlog’s Dining in Disneyland columnist! Check out more of her adventures at @DininginDisney on Instagram! Will you be going to A Touch of Disney? Tell us in the comments! Disclosure: In nearly all circumstances, Disney Food Blog writers and photographers pay full price for their own travel, hotel, food, beverage, and event tickets. We do this because it’s important to us as journalists to ensure not only that we give you unbiased opinions, but also that you can trust us to do so since we’re paying our own way. On rare occasions, when we are invited by a company to attend a preview as media, and when we choose to accept that invitation, we will always make you, our readers, aware of that situation. Today, we were invited by Disney World to attend A Touch of Disney as media. Note that when we attend events as media we are 1) Not required to review that event/food on any of our channels, and 2) Not required to review that event/food favorably. You can always count on DFB to give you a 100% unbiased and honest review of any event that we attend, food that we eat, or beverage that we drink. You can see more in our Disclosure Policy. Thank you for reading. — AJ The post Review: If You're Looking for a Disneyland Cult Classic, Here's Where You Want to Eat first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Dining Reminder: Reservations for Lamplight Lounge in Disney California Adventure Are OPEN Review: Trader Sam’s Is Closed in Disneyland. Go Here Instead The Disneyland Candy Canes are HERE! View the full article

It’s a pretty momentous and joyous occasion to be back in Disney California Adventure for “A Touch of Disney!” And, we’ve been taking you to the park with us throughout the day to check out all the merchandise, food booths, and returning restaurants available to guests. A Touch of Disney Since there are so many returning treats (we missed you, Mickey Waffles), we couldn’t pass up getting a classic. And, no, we’re not talking about those famous Disneyland churros! We’re referring to the VERY exciting return of Dole Whips to Disney California Adventure! When you’re hopping around Pixar Pier, you can make your way over to Adorable Snowman Frosted Treats for your sweet surprise. ADORABLE, indeed! You can find the original Dole Whip on the menu with its swirled pineapple goodness. You can either get it in a cup or a cone! Yep — that’s DOLE WHIP! Not a fan of pineapple? You’re in luck! Adorable Snowman’s specialty is the It’s Lemon, a lemon soft serve that’s ridiculously refreshing on a sunny California day! Can’t decide between the two? Opt for a swirl of pineapple AND lemon! (That’s what we did!) No matter what flavor or form, a soft serve here costs $5.99. It’s Lemon! and Dole Whip together, at last. And, boy, do both of these treats taste especially good after a LONG year without eating at Disneyland theme parks. So sweet <3 You can visit “A Touch of Disney” in Disney California Adventure with tickets from 12 PM to 8PM PST on event days. And, you can stay tuned with us as we give you a look at everything that Disneyland’s limited-time ticketed events has to offer! Follow along with our day at “A Touch of Disney” at Disney California Adventure! Disneyland Reopening Details and Info Click HERE for the All Latest Updates Disneyland Aims to Reopen Late April California Residents May Be the ONLY People Allowed to Visit Reopened Disneyland Initially Avengers Campus Still Set to Open at Disneyland "Later This Year" Click Here to Learn More About the "Touch of Disney" Ticketed Event in Disney California Adventure 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 Do you have tickets to “A Touch of Disney?” Let us know in the comments below! Heather Sievers is DisneyFoodBlog’s Dining in Disneyland columnist! Check out more of her adventures at @DininginDisney on Instagram! Disclosure: In nearly all circumstances, Disney Food Blog writers and photographers pay full price for their own travel, hotel, food, beverage, and event tickets. We do this because it’s important to us as journalists to ensure not only that we give you unbiased opinions, but also that you can trust us to do so since we’re paying our own way. On rare occasions, when we are invited by a company to attend a preview as media, and when we choose to accept that invitation, we will always make you, our readers, aware of that situation. Today, we were invited by Disneyland to attend their event. Note that when we attend events as media we are 1) Not required to review that event/food on any of our channels, and 2) Not required to review that event/food favorably. You can always count on DFB to give you a 100% unbiased and honest review of any event that we attend, food that we eat, or beverage that we drink. You can see more in our Disclosure Policy. Thank you for reading. — AJ The post Dole Whip Is BACK at Disneyland -- Here's Where to Find It! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Review: This Disneyland Hard Float Has a TWIST! We’re Live From Lunar New Year in Disney California Adventure! Review: Oh My! The Oreo Cheesecake Bread Pudding in Disneyland Is SO GOOD! View the full article

If you’re looking for special holiday treats, then Disney World is the place to go! Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa We saw TONS of exclusive snacks during the Christmas season, and then the trend continued for New Year’s Eve, Valentine’s Day, and St. Patrick’s Day. Each holiday seems to bring more eats that are as Instagrammable as they are delicious, and Easter is no exception! Today we stopped by Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa and we encountered some of the prettiest ones we’ve seen yet! At Gasparilla Island Grill, we found a whole table filled with treats for us to try! A whole table of snacks is a dream come true! It was difficult making a decision, but a few of these we’ve actually tasted in years past. In 2019, we tried the Mickey Whoopie Pie and the Blondie Carrot. Sorry Blondie Carrot, we’ve had you before. That year, we also picked up one of these MASSIVE Chocolate Easter Eggs. Spoiler alert, it’s filled with jelly beans! We’ll skip the gigantic Easter egg for now… But, there were still some other things that we were really excited about. The first is this incredibly fun Easter Carrot Cake Cupcake. Now this one is different! It’s topped with a cute little bunny butt — we simply couldn’t resist! Umm, how precious is that?! You can order this carrot cake cupcake for $5.99 and it comes filled with marshmallow filling, topped with green buttercream, and garnished with jelly beans, Easter sprinkles, and a white chocolate “bunny butt.” Honestly, it sounds like a pretty solid cupcake. Wow. This is a work of art. All in all, this thing was super delicious! The carrot cake was moist with a little extra spice that added some depth. The marshmallow filling was a great choice, as it added another layer of flavor, but it didn’t compete with the carrot cake. Doesn’t that just make your mouth water?! The garnishes make this cupcake perfectly Instagrammable, and the jelly beans actually help contribute to the overall variety of tastes. We still can’t get over how stinkin’ cute it is. There was really nothing wrong that we could find here, and the only people we think won’t enjoy this are those who hate carrot cake. Dear Bunny Butt Cupcake, you did well. Our expectations for “cute” were set pretty high with the cupcake, but this mini cake takes it to a WHOLE NEW LEVEL. The Miniature Bunny Cake is $7.99 and it was worth every penny just to stare at it! HOLD UP this is amazing. It’s a confetti cake covered with white vanilla frosting and decorated with colorful icing and fondant bunny ears. This cake has a face you can’t help but fall in love with. It looks like a sleeping bunny!!! We took pictures of this bunny cake like we were proud parents on the first day of school — there are a lot of them and we WILL be showing them to our family and friends. But, after we finally collected ourselves, we cut it open to see the inside! It’s pretty on the inside, too! It wasn’t quite as spectacular as the carrot cake cupcake, but it’s not really fair to compare the two. This one is a very classic and straightforward cake — great for those who like the simple things in life. Order this to make your Instagram followers jealous. It was sweet, basic, “vanilla,” if you will. However, while it may not be original on the inside, we think it’s a slam dunk for looks alone! Precious. Simply precious. If you want to try out either of these snacks or any of the others, head over to Gasparilla Island Grill at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. In the meantime, stay tuned to DFB for all of your Disney snack news! How Much Would it Cost to Eat the 20 Best Snacks in Disney World? Find Out 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. Are you visiting Disney World before Easter? Tell us in the comments! The post REVIEW: You Might Feel Guilty Cutting Into Disney World’s New Cakes! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Chocolate, Hazelnut, AND Strawberry? A New Disney Cupcake Has It ALL! If You Love Coffee and St. Patrick’s Day, Disney’s Got a NEW Treat For You! Review: A New 2021 Black Forest Cupcake Is Available in Disney World View the full article

We’ve been spotting a lot of Easter eggs around Walt Disney World lately. No, we’re not talking about subtle nods to Imagineers or hidden Mickeys — we’re talking about LITERAL Easter eggs. Mickey and Minnie Easter eggs Yes, the holiday of bunnies, ducks, and chocolate eggs is back. And, we spotted QUITE the chocolate egg today at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa! The Grand Floridian is known for its opulent Easter egg displays, and even though Easter is a few weeks away, we spotted the first signs of spring — a take on Renoir’s Dance at Bougival painted in all chocolate! Renoir egg! The detail on this chocolate egg is EGGS-traordinary! You can SEE the paint strokes! All joke aside, this thing is a BEAUT, and it was all done by the talented team at The Grand Floridian Bakery. Beautiful egg! This isn’t the first edible piece of art we’ve seen at The Grand Floridian this month — we also spotted that culinary icon Remy sculpted out of chocolate! Remy chocolate sculpture We’re not sure what the extent of The Grand Floridian’s Easter egg display will be this year (we saw a scaled back Christmas display at this resort due to the global health crisis), but when we see more festive décor, we’ll be sure to let you know where to see it for yourself! Relive Grand Floridian Easter egg displays from years’ past 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. Is seeing the Grand Floridian Easter display one of your springtime Disney traditions? Let us know in the comments! The post We Spotted an Easter Egg (Literally!) at Disney World's Grand Floridian Resort! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: What’s New at Disney World’s Monorail Resorts: TONS of Holiday Decor and Fireworks Testing! First Look: Come Inside the NEW Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort! It’s Official! A NEW Sign in Disney World Confirms the Grand Floridian Walkway! View the full article

The global health crisis continues to heavily affect the entertainment industry. AMC Live entertainment is still severely limited as Broadway remains dark and theatrical releases are stunted as many theaters remain closed. Now, though AMC is taking another big step towards a full reopening. According to BusinessWire, AMC Theatres will have 98% of its United States locations open as of tomorrow, March 19th. Disney Springs The push in openings is partially due to the reopening of 40 AMC locations in California. Additional openings will follow over the next week to have 99% of their theaters open by next Friday, March 26th. The Disney Springs location remains open at this time. AMC Disney Springs AMC CEO Adam Aron noted of the AMC health protocols, “AMC Safe & Clean includes social distancing & automatic seat blocking in each auditorium, mandatory mask-wearing, and upgraded air filtration with MERV-13 air filters, as well as many other important health, sanitization and cleanliness efforts.” The Lion King Premier Disney is expected to release Black Widow in theatres on May 7th. The opening of more theatres may be a positive indicator of this plan. But as noted recently, the final decision will be a last-minute one. As always, stay tuned to DFB for all the latest Disney and related updates! Click here to learn more about the release plan for Black Widow! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! How do you feel about returning to movie theaters? Tell us in the comments! The post 98% of AMC Movie Theaters to Be Open By Tomorrow first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: NEWS: Most AMC Theatre Locations Will Reopen July 15th ‘Star Wars: The Empire Strikes’ Back Is Returning To Theaters To Celebrate Its 40th Anniversary! ‘The Nightmare Before Christmas’ Is Coming BACK to Movie Theaters Soon! View the full article

Disneyland Paris was most recently set to reopen in France in April, but it has since delayed that reopening due to the situation with COVID-19 in the country and travel restrictions. ©Disney Today, we got an update on COVID-19 restrictions in France as the situation with the pandemic continues to develop there. According to AP News, recently the French government introduced a “patchwork of new restrictions” regarding COVID-19, while also reducing the national curfew by an hour. The government backed off, however, from ordering a tough lockdown for Paris and other regions despite an increase in COVID-19 patients in some hospitals. Disneyland Paris As part of these new regulations, non-essential outlets will have to close down, while schools will remain open. People in France have been under a nationwide curfew for several months that begins at 6PM and ends at 6AM each day. That curfew will now start an hour later. Restaurants, bars, cinemas, gyms, museums, theaters, and concert halls, which have all been shut down for almost 5 months, will continue to be closed. And there are specific regulations in terms of walking outside and how far individuals can walk from their home in Paris. Sparkling Donut from Disneyland Paris The new rules take effect as of midnight on Friday. They will remain in place for at least for weeks. France’s Prime Minister Jean Castex has noted that France faces a “third wave” of the pandemic. Three quarters of the new COVID-19 cases in France are reportedly of the UK variant. Castex noted that “[t]he situation is deteriorating.” Disneyland Paris In the Paris region alone, there is a COVID-19 infection rate of 446 out of 100,000 inhabitants — which is up more than 23% in a week. Intensive care units there are also reportedly “close to saturation.” Nationwide, France’s infection rate is about 250 per 100,000. Additionally, approximately 250 people are dying each day from the virus. But, Castex said that France is sticking to dealing with the virus in way that is “pragmatic, proportional, and regional.” Disneyland Paris At the moment, Disneyland Paris has simply delayed its reopening date and has not yet indicated a target date by which it hopes to reopen. We’ll continue to keep an eye out for more updates about the situation in France, particularly as it may impact any future reopening plans for Disneyland Paris. Click here to take a virtual ride on Peter Pan’s Flight in Disneyland Paris. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! The post New COVID-19 Restrictions Announced for Paris, France first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: NEWS: France Will Be Going on Lockdown This Week, Likely Impacting Disneyland Paris Disneyland Paris to Reportedly Remain Closed for the Holiday Season NEWS: Disneyland Paris Has Confirmed Closure Through the Holiday Season View the full article

Spaceship Earth is getting a new nighttime look with sparkling lights, Cinderella Castle is getting all dolled up for the 50th Anniversary, AND The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror will also be getting a new look in Disney’s Hollywood Studios for the 50th Anniversary. But, now MORE change is coming to another iconic building in the Disney World theme parks. Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway If you love Disney’s Hollywood Studios and the Chinese Theatre, AND you miss those spotlights in the park that used to search the sky at night — get excited!! Earlier today, Imagineer Zach Riddley shared a post on his Instagram about the NEW lighting design coming to the iconic Chinese Theatre in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. This theatre is the one that now houses Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway. A Peek at the Work Going on Behind the Scenes ©Zach Riddley via Instagram (@thezachriddley) According to Riddley, the theatre is getting a NEW nighttime look with “bright gold accents [and] all-new energy-efficient LED lighting.” But that’s not all! Riddley shared that the part he’s REALLY excited about (and the part we have a feeling you might be very excited about too) is that with this look we’ll get the return of the “spotlights searching the sky as the theatre welcomes guests to the premiere of the latest Mickey Mouse short at Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway.” The Spotlights Are BACK! ©Zach Riddley via Instagram (@thezachriddley) For reference, here’s what this area typically looks like during the evening now. Hollywood Studios at Night Riddley shares that this new look is the “culmination of years of work by our teams to bring ‘premiere night, every night’ energy to this iconic golden age of Hollywood architecture.” Scroll to the end of the items shared in Riddley’s post below and you’ll be able to watch a video of the new nighttime lights in action! If you love to really focus in on that old-style, Hollywood premiere aspect of Hollywood Studios, we have a feeling you might really enjoy this new nighttime lighting. We’ll be keeping an eye out for more details about this new look and bring you all the latest updates when we find them! Click here to get a peek at the new nighttime look coming to Spaceship Earth in EPCOT! 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 about this nighttime lighting of the Chinese Theatre? Tell us in the comments! The post PHOTO & VIDEO: ANOTHER Hollywood Studios Icon Is Getting a New Look! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: NEWS! Park Pass Availability for Labor Day Weekend in Disney World Has Changed! Keystone Clothiers Has Reopened in Disney’s Hollywood Studios With Lots of Star Wars and Marvel Merch! 100 Things That Will BLOW YOUR MIND About Disney World! View the full article

We are BACK in Disney’s California Adventure Park for A Touch of Disney! D-Lish At this limited-ticketed event, the star is all the food and drink! And, even without rides reopening, we’ve had one busy day! So, let’s cover one of the food booths that we were excited to see RETURN from the Food and Wine Festival — D-Lish! Menu D-Lish features “new twists on classic sweets.” That sounds like our kind of thing! During the festival it is open for Mobile Order only, so you’ll want to be sure you have your phone on you to order these up! Menu! Food It’s mandatory to give it all a try, right? We think so! D-Lish is serving Walt’s Chili (which we know from Carnation Cafe). The dish is a Hearty Beef Chili topped with Cheese, Sour Cream, and Green Onions and it is available for $7. It’s WALT’S Chili! We expected this to have ground beef, but guess what — the meat in this baby is actually in chunks! So VERY meaty and VERY tasty! It’s a classic for a reason — also, it’s not super spicy, which makes it a win for most Disneyland guests. Just one bite? Maybe two…or three…or more. Next, we tried the Very Very Berry Mickey Waffle. This is a Mickey Waffle with macerated Berries, Whipped Cream, and Syrup for $6.50. Mickey waffle for lunch… This was such a great dessert dish — perfectly sweet. The waffle also had a little bit of syrup on it, so that was a nice surprise! The downside? There’s only ONE waffle? Like we can eat a lot of Mickey waffles, so why just one?! YUM Drink There’s also a non-alcoholic drink option available from this booth. The Farmstand Punch is Pineapple, Orange, Peach, and fresh Lime Juice. You can get it for $6.50. It’s very refreshing and worked really well with the waffle as a sort of breakfast drink. It’s VERY orangey, though, so if you don’t like orange flavors, skip it. Our only complaint? We wish you could get it spiked. So fresh! And, they also have the Farmstand Punch with a Grapes Glow Cube! So, you can top your punch with a red or green glowing grape! If you get the cube in your punch it costs $10 total or you can get the glow cubes separate for $5.50. We’re going to call this one a win for us! There’s just nothing quite like loading up on classic Disney treats and we certainly didn’t mind the twists! We’re headed to the rest of the booths at the event, so stay tuned for more from Disney’s California Adventure! Check Out ALL the Menus at A Touch of Disney! Disneyland Reopening Details and Info Click HERE for the All Latest Updates Disneyland Aims to Reopen Late April California Residents May Be the ONLY People Allowed to Visit Reopened Disneyland Initially Avengers Campus Still Set to Open at Disneyland "Later This Year" Click Here to Learn More About the "Touch of Disney" Ticketed Event in Disney California Adventure 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 What’s your favorite Disneyland snack? Let us know in the comments! The post Review: Walt's Chili and Mickey Waffles at the SAME Booth?! We See You Touch of Disney. first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: The Birthday Mickey Cake Pop in Disneyland Is Basically The Cutest Thing Ever. BEER. MARSHMALLOWS. at Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival! Update! Tickets For A Touch of Disney Are Currently SOLD OUT! View the full article

For OVER a year, Disneyland’s theme parks have been closed (with just a minimal opening of some of Buena Vista Street as an extension of Downtown Disney District). A Touch of Disney Disneyland’s theme parks will officially be opening in late April. But, today we’re BACK inside of Disney California Adventure Park for the special “A Touch of Disney” ticketed event. And guess who’s back with us?! DISNEY CHARACTERS! Finally, a huge part of the Disney parks that has been missing from Disneyland is BACK. We will try not to cry…we will try not to cry…oh who are we kidding?! You can spot Mickey, Joy, Winnie the Pooh, and so many other characters over at Disney World. But, with the parks closed at Disneyland for over a year, the magic and joy that comes with waving to Minnie or giving an air high-five to Goofy has been missing…until NOW! Characters are officially back in the parks and we got a look at a bunch of them today. A Touch of Disney And dare we say it, these character interactions are potentially…BETTER than the ones at Disney World?!! Okay okay, we know that seeing Donald water the plants or seeing Chip ‘n’ Dale having a picnic in Disney World is pretty hard to beat. But, just WAIT until you see these characters in action at Disneyland! We gotta give it to ’em, these character interactions are PRETTY fantastic. Cars Land Over in Cars Land… …and we couldn’t help but have a great time too! AWWWW! We Love These Two! And those are all of the characters we spotted in the park for now, but we have a feeling we’ll find a few more throughout the day. We’ll continue to update this post as we find more of our friends in the park. We hope that even seeing these characters virtually gave you a little sense of the magic! We’ll definitely be keeping an eye out for more updates and we’ll let you know what we find. Stay tuned for LOTS of posts, photos, and videos from inside California Adventure. Click here to see more from our time at A Touch of Disney! Disneyland Reopening Details and Info Click HERE for the All Latest Updates Disneyland Aims to Reopen Late April California Residents May Be the ONLY People Allowed to Visit Reopened Disneyland Initially Avengers Campus Still Set to Open at Disneyland "Later This Year" Click Here to Learn More About the "Touch of Disney" Ticketed Event in Disney California Adventure 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 Who do you think has better character interactions? Disneyland or Disney World? Let us know in the comments! The post OK Disneyland, You Win. first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: You Can Only Visit This Disneyland Spot for FREE for a Few More Weeks Dining Reminder: Reservations for Lamplight Lounge in Disney California Adventure Are OPEN NEWS: Characters Will Be BACK in New Ways When Disneyland Reopens View the full article

Spotting characters in a reopened Disney World tends to be a fun surprise. Mickey and Minnie Between the character cavalcades and random character encounters in the park, waving to our favorite Disney pals is a pretty magical experience. Recently, we spotted some adorable new encounters with Donald and Chip & Dale, and now two more fa-MOUSE faces have popped up somewhere unexpected! We were leaving EPCOT today when we were surprised with a visit from Mickey and Minnie themselves! Mickey and Minnie! The Mouse couple strolled out in the entrance area near Spaceship Earth. Mickey near Spaceship Earth In fact, Mickey parked it right next to the Spaceship Earth mural! Mickey Mouse The duo proceeded to wave and interact with guests from a distance, and of course, snap some distanced selfies. Minnie Mouse Cast Members were around letting folks know that there is no line, but they do need to remain distanced. Mickey Mouse What a treat to see Mickey and Minnie! Minnie Mouse But, they aren’t the only ones we got to see… . Goofy Yup, after Mickey and Minnie said goodbye, Pluto and Goofy came out to say hello to everyone! Pluto Of course, Goofy is wearing his classic orange shirt and green hat combo. Goofy It was a delight to get to see ALL FOUR of these characters. Pluto And all we had to do was stick around a little bit longer as we headed out of the park. Goofy Cast Members let us know that while Mickey, Minnie, Goofy, and Pluto are meeting here, the only cavalcades around World Showcase are the Princess Cavalcade and the Frozen Cavalcade. After all, the characters are busy! As always, stay tuned to DFB for all the latest updates! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you happy to see this new experience? Tell us in the comments! The post The Closest You'll Get to Mickey and Friends NOT in a Disney World Restaurant first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: We’ve Got VIDEOS & PHOTOS of ALL the Holiday Cavalcades in Magic Kingdom! Happy Holidays! NEWS: Sensational Six Buses Set To Debut in Disney World…And Wait ‘Til You See What’s INSIDE! Epcot’s Character Spot Moves to a New Location!! View the full article

Disneyland Resort’s theme parks have been closed for OVER a year! The parks are set to reopen in just over a month. But, today, we’re back exploring all of Disney California Adventure Park through the “A Touch of Disney” ticketed event. Golden Dreams Booth While rides won’t be available during this ticketed event, there are character interactions, a fun soundtrack, and…FOOOOOOD! A Touch of Disney includes several different food booths, including one called “Golden Dreams” which features some favorites from AROUND Disneyland Resort! Will this booth make all of our dreams come true? There’s only one way to find out! Menu Golden Dreams is one of the booths regularly spotted at the California Adventure Food and Wine Festivals, although the menu looks a bit different from the last time we visited! Menu Returning this year is the Strawberry-Rose Lemonade, and it is joined by two dishes that weren’t at this booth last year. But, you may have had the other two dishes in OTHER spots around Disneyland Resort. We’ll explain in a minute! Food At the top of our list from this booth was the Sweet and Spicy Chicken Wings. These aren’t your everyday chicken wings though folks. These wings come to A Touch of Disney directly from…Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar at the Disneyland Hotel (which is currently closed). WAAANGGS! That’s right: you can order a plate of Trader Sam’s wings in California Adventure! We’re thrilled that Disney decided to throw in a food item from this fan-favorite “tropical hideaway” at A Touch of Disney. The wings themselves are served with a Togarashi Aioli to add an extra punch of flavor! WAANGS and Dip! The wings were GREAT! Wings have long been a tasty treat at Trader Sam’s. All we need to truly make this complete is a Shrunken Zombie Head or a Shipwreck to wash it all down! You can grab these wings for $7.50. The other food item available at Golden Dreams is the Carbonara Mac ‘n’ Cheese with Nueske’s Bacon! We’ve had this item in the past at the Garlic Kissed booth at the Disney California Adventure Food and Wine Festival. But, now it’s made its way to the Golden Dreams booth. Mac & CHEEESE The mac & cheese is made with white cheddar cheese sauce, and topped with Nueske’s bacon, parmesan, and red pepper Panko crumbs. This appears to be essentially the same as how the dish was made last year. Last year, this was a STAR dish for us at the festival. We felt like the mix of LEGIT pieces of bacon with super flavorful crumbs on top made this one big plate of WOW. Yum! Last year, they seemed to go a bit heavier on the crumbs, but that could just be a minor change. Either way, we felt like this dish was great once again. This cheesy treat is available for $8. Drinks Aside from those 2 food items, Golden Dreams has one specialty drink, and it’s non-alcoholic. The entire family can sip the beautiful Strawberry-Rose Lemonade. This is a returning drink, which we spotted last year at the Golden Dreams booth at the California Adventure Food and Wine Festival. But, the ingredients seem a bit different this year. Last year, the drink was described as having strawberry, rose, pure amber honey, and fresh lemon juice. This year, it’s got strawberry puree, rose syrup, and fresh lemon juice. So Pretty! Last year, this one was VERY flavor-forward. We almost would have preferred to have it a little less concentrated and actually slightly more watered down last year. But, if you’re a BIG fan of floral flavors, you’ll probably love this! Overall, we thought the drink was great this year, but just be sure you’re a fan of floral flavors before you go ALL in! You can pick up this drink for $5.50. Overall Overall, thought the options at this booth were great! Which Would You Like to Try? If you’re looking for a floral drink, some delicious mac and cheese, or wings to give a small taste of Trader Sam’s — then you might want to stop at this booth during A Touch of Disney! We’ll continue to make our way all around the event and let you know what we think of the other food options here. Stay tuned for more reviews! Click here to read about all of the dining locations open for A Touch of Disney! Disneyland Reopening Details and Info Click HERE for the All Latest Updates Disneyland Aims to Reopen Late April California Residents May Be the ONLY People Allowed to Visit Reopened Disneyland Initially Avengers Campus Still Set to Open at Disneyland "Later This Year" Click Here to Learn More About the "Touch of Disney" Ticketed Event in Disney California Adventure 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 Heather Sievers is DisneyFoodBlog’s Dining in Disneyland columnist! Check out more of her adventures at @DininginDisney on Instagram! If you could include one classic Disneyland dish in A Touch of Disney, what would it be? Let us know in the comments! Disclosure: In nearly all circumstances, Disney Food Blog writers and photographers pay full price for their own travel, hotel, food, beverage, and event tickets. We do this because it’s important to us as journalists to ensure not only that we give you unbiased opinions, but also that you can trust us to do so since we’re paying our own way. On rare occasions, when we are invited by a company to attend a preview as media, and when we choose to accept that invitation, we will always make you, our readers, aware of that situation. Today, we were invited by Disney World to attend their media preview of A Touch of Disney. Note that when we attend events as media we are 1) Not required to review that event/food on any of our channels, and 2) Not required to review that event/food favorably. You can always count on DFB to give you a 100% unbiased and honest review of any event that we attend, food that we eat, or beverage that we drink. You can see more in our Disclosure Policy. Thank you for reading. — AJ The post Review: Trader Sam's Is Closed in Disneyland. Go Here Instead first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Dining Reminder: Reservations for Lamplight Lounge in Disney California Adventure Are OPEN PHOTOS: Step Into the Retro ‘WandaVision’ Living Room at Disneyland Resort! You Can Only Visit This Disneyland Spot for FREE for a Few More Weeks View the full article

Hey, so…we found something and we really gotta tell you about it. ©Disney Disney goers might recognize this picture of Michael Jackson as a still from the ICONIC Captain EO film that played in Disney theme parks in the ’80s and ’90s, with a few returns over the years. Have you ever asked yourself, “What if Captain EO was played by Eeyore instead of Michael Jackson?” No? Well…we’re gonna tell you anyway. We were perusing a very niche part of Disney YouTube (We’re nerds here; you understand.), when we came across a video from RetroWDW called, “Captain Eeyore, 1987 — Restored.” Naturally, we had questions, and we’re sure you do too. Fair warning, none of them are going to be answered. Eeyore So, basically, this video is a parody of Captain EO that was made by Disneyland Cast Members back in the late 1980s. Not much else is known about its conception but it is a WILD RIDE. We’ll try to explain its majesty and ridiculousness, but you might want to give a watch for yourself first. We know how you’re feeling right now. What did you just watch? Why was the bad guy a scary Mickey Mouse lady? And also, who knew Eeyore had such sweet moves? We felt the same way — but let’s walk through this masterpiece. Of course, it’s based on the great Captain EO film so we get the idea, “Eeyore” DOES sound like “EO.” ©Disney Just like Captain EO, this film is about a ragtag band of galactic travelers; except instead of lovable Jim Henson puppets, you’ll probably recognize some familiar faces. Instead of Hooter the weird elephant hybrid, we get POOHTER. Just like Hooter, Poohter is a lovable and mute character who tends to bumble around. ©RetroWDW Tweedle-Dee and Tweedle-Dum are also there and they certainly get into some antics. It’s pretty surprising how many camera angles there are. How long did Cast Members spend on this!? ©RetroWDW Tigger seems to hold the first mate role on the starship. Also, apparently being first mate means you get to wear a SUPER sweet silver suit. It’s also very ’80s. ©RetroWDW Then, of course, we have Captain Eeyore — the head of the whole operation. Captain Eeyore is basically just Eeyore with a cool sash and, yep, Michael Jackson’s hair. New question: WHAT IS GOING ON? ©RetroWDW Together, they make a ragtag band tasked with bringing a gift to the evil Supreme Leader, just like in Captain EO. We have to say, though, this group is a little bit more disorganized than the OGs. ©RetroWDW Still, they make their way to the Supreme Leader and then we get to look at WHATEVER THE HECK THIS HORRIFYING CREATURE IS. ©RetroWDW Is it Mickey Mouse? Is it Minnie Mouse? What’s on its head? Why is its face like that? We get the fingernails (clear Captain EO reference), but what’s with the clothes? Where did they find a hook to hang this Cast Member actress from? Oh, and WHAT’S GOING ON!? Well, naturally at this point, the Supreme Leader orders the Seven Dwarfs to attack Captain EO… ©RetroWDW …who uses the power of music to turn them all into 1980s dancers. This part might be the least weird considering it’s pretty much exactly what happens in the original Captain EO. Then, a sweet dance number to “We Are Here to Change the World” ensues. And yes, Eeyore pelvic thrusts. ©RetroWDW At this point, we lost the ability to process things from being so overstimulated, but we kept going for you, dear reader. Naturally, multiple Queens of Hearts come out to attack Captain Eeyore. ©RetroWDW But it’s ok!!! Because Captain Eeyore uses the power of music to change them into…chimney sweeps? Maybe? ©RetroWDW Finally, in a dramatic finale, Eeyore is able to transform the Supreme Leader into a much nicer form — Snow White. This is pretty similar to what happens in Captain EO, but we’re still reeling. ©RetroWDW Anyway, we couldn’t watch that without showing it to you all so we certainly hope that you enjoyed it. We’re feeling a little overexcited and stressed out about the whole thing so we’re gonna go lay down. But PLEASE let us know what you think of Captain Eeyore in the comments. We need your thoughts. Click here to learn more about one of the creators of Captain EO! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! What do you think of Captain Eeyore? Tell us in the comments! The post VIDEO! What Happens When You Mix Eeyore and Michael Jackson? This, Apparently. first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: 12 Throwback Disney Rides That Are Keeping Our Spirits Up These Are the PERFECT Gifts For All Your Relatives Who Complain Their Favorite Disney Ride is GONE! Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Cliffs Notes…Here’s What You Absolutely NEED To Know After The Galaxy’s Edge INFO BOMB Dropped Last Night! View the full article

It’s true — our dear Star-Spangled Hero celebrates 8 decades soon. And Disney’s planning to celebrate with a set of nine exclusive pins! ©Disney | Marvel Studios With the upcoming release of Marvel Studios’ newest Disney+ series The Falcon and The Winter Soldier, Disney’s paying homage to the hero who started it all: Captain America! We talk a lot about the different perks of D23 gold membership (including discounts, exclusive events, and exclusive merchandise), but since Disney added Marvel Comics to its ‘Infinity Gauntlet,’ they’ve given us even more to talk about! © D23 These enamel pins feature shield designs from each decade of Captain America comics. The set comes with an embossed tin case, perfect for preserving your new collection for the next generation! ©Disney ©Marvel This limited edition boxed pin set will be available for purchase at 7 AM PT on March 22, 2021 on shopDisney. The sets are priced at $99.99 each. With 800 sets available exclusively to D23 Gold Members, these sets will likely fly off the shelves faster than Super-Soldier serum! Captain America in Disneyland What better way to celebrate decades of Steve Roger’s Captain America before welcoming The Falcon and The Winter Soldier! Stay tuned to DFB for even more merchandise news! Want more info on all things Disney+? 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. Are you current on all things MCU? Share your favorite film or hero in the comments below! The post Disney's New Captain American Pins Are VERY Exclusive and Limited Edition! Find Out How to Get 'Em! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: NEWS! A BIG Marvel Project Coming to Disney+ Was Just Delayed Videos: ALL the NEWEST Marvel Clips and Trailers in One Place! Here’s EVERYTHING (Yes, Everything) That Was Announced for Disney+! View the full article

We are BACK inside Disney California Adventure, to quote Anna, “for the first time in forever!” A Touch of Disney Over one year after Disneyland’s closures began, we’re kicking off the start of A Touch of Disney — a ticketed food and shopping event that’s reuniting us with some of our favorite Disneyland dishes, drinks, and more! In addition to the food booths available to sample some food from California Adventure as well as Disneyland Park, we’re also excited to check out some of our favorite go-to dining locations in the park as well! That’s right, folks, Lamplight Lounge has officially reopened! Lamplight Lounge Located in Pixar Pier, Lamplight Lounge is a reimagining of what used to be Cove Bar. There are magical touches throughout the restaurant, and their menu features a wide variety of cocktails and tasty eats! Indulgent French Toast We will be back taking a first look at a reopened Lamplight Lounge today. So be on the lookout for that and a full review! Follow along with us LIVE from A Touch of Disney here! Click here to check out all of the other dining locations that will be open for A Touch of Disney! Disneyland Reopening Details and Info Click HERE for the All Latest Updates Disneyland Aims to Reopen Late April California Residents May Be the ONLY People Allowed to Visit Reopened Disneyland Initially Avengers Campus Still Set to Open at Disneyland "Later This Year" Click Here to Learn More About the "Touch of Disney" Ticketed Event in Disney California Adventure 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 Do you have tickets to A Touch of Disney? Let us know in the comments! The post Lamplight Lounge Has Officially Reopened at Disneyland Resort! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Dining Reminder: Reservations for Lamplight Lounge in Disney California Adventure Are OPEN How to Get Dining Reservations for ‘A Touch of Disney’ Without a Four Hour Wait FIRST LOOK and Review: Brunch at Disney California Adventure’s Lamplight Lounge! View the full article

The Taste of EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival is officially underway in Disney World. And while there’s great merchandise, amazing topiaries, and fun entertainment, there’s also…INCREDIBLE FOOD! EPCOT We’ve shared tons of reviews of the food being offered at the festival booths, and we’ve even brought you our list of the BEST of the Fest. But, we were still left wondering, what food or drink is your FAVORITE from this year’s Festival? We’re talking that #1 spot, absolutely must-get drink or food. So, we asked you on Instagram and now we have an answer!! Our DFB EPCOT Flower& Garden Festival Bracket has officially come to an end! We went through several intense rounds which involved some of the festival’s most delicious and most popular items. After a few rounds of voting, our trusty DFB readers narrowed down the pool of 24 drinks and treats down to the final 2. And finally a winner has emerged! EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival Alright, are you ready to meet the final contestants?! In the final round of our DFB bracket, one of the contestants up for your votes was…the NEW Fried Cinnamon Roll Bites with Cream Cheese Frosting and Candied Bacon from the Sunshine Griddle booth. Yes, you read that correctly — Fried Cinnamon Roll Bites. Cream Cheese Frosting. CANDIED BACON!! Fried Cinnamon Roll Bites These beauties were a HUGE hit with us at the festival. With a soft, gooey, delicious cinnamon center that was super sweet, we can see why these treats made it to the finals. Click here to see our full review of the Sunshine Griddle booth! Up against the Cinnamon Roll Bites in the final round was… the Burnt Ends and Pork Belly Slider with Garlic Sausage, Chorizo, Cheddar Fondue, and a House-made Pickle from the Festival Favorites booth in World Showplace. This dish is actually a new take on the tasty Beef Brisket Burnt Ends we tried a few years ago and it was SUPERB! Beef Brisket Burnt Ends and Smoked Pork Belly Slider With a fantastic crunch from the pickle and LOTS of cheese, we really enjoyed this dish. Click here to see our full review of the Festival Favorites booth! Basically, we’ve got a total newbie up against a new take on an older classic. So, who has emerged victorious? What is your FAVORITE item at the Flower and Garden Festival? The winner here is…the Fried Cinnamon Roll Bites!! The cinnamon roll bites won by a BIG margin, getting 70% of the votes, while the slider only got 30%! THE CINNAMON ROLL BITES ARE THE CHAMPIONS! So, the best item at the Flower & Garden Festival is…breakfast food?! We get it though because these are a sweet treat that could make a perfect snack any time of the day. Just be sure you like cinnamon before you order them. Cinnamon Roll Bites You put up a good fight Slider, but it seems the newbie treat on the street has it this time! Do you agree with these bracket results? What do YOU think is the best treat at the Flower and Garden Festival? Tell us in the comments! We’ll continue to keep an eye out for any news related to the Flower and Garden Festival. If you want to try these treats for yourself, you can head to EPCOT and enjoy the Festival from now until July 5th. Click HERE To See All The Updated Details For Epcot's 2021 Flower and Garden Festival! Ready to Plan for Your 2021 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival Trip? Order the DFB Guide to the 2021 Epcot Flower & Garden Festival e-Book today! This 200+-page guide to the Festival offers insider tips and advice as well as all of the details you need to know to plan your best Festival visit ever. Your purchase includes several bonus items as well -- including a full daily schedule of events at the Festival and a printable Outdoor Kitchens Booth Menu Checklist to carry with you as you Eat around the World! Order your 2021 edition today! Don't miss a moment of the fun! Use code SPRING at check-out for a $2 off the cover price! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Do you think the cinnamon roll bites really are the best thing at the festival? Tell us in the comments! The post Is Breakfast Food Really the BEST Thing in EPCOT Right Now? first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Review: OK. This New Booth Already Became A Flower and Garden FAVORITE in EPCOT. 5 Things That Will Be DIFFERENT in Disney World in March PHOTOS & VIDEOS: See ALL of the Entertainment at EPCOT’s Flower & Garden Festival View the full article

It might be hard to imagine, but Easter is right around the corner! You could have Easter brunch or dinner here! We’ve already seen Easter turn up online with some cute Disney plushes, but we’ve also seen some spring and Easter figures, too! But more importantly, we’ve got some new information on where you can eat at Disney World on Easter! STK Orlando at Disney Springs is offering an Easter brunch on Sunday, April 4th, full of yummy brunch goodies, such as Steak and Eggs, Cinnamon French Toast, Hot Chicken and Waffles, and more! ©STK Dinner will also be available on Easter Sunday with a special menu that features King Crab Deviled Eggs (which are available all day) and Honey Citrus Glazed Ham (only available for dinner). ©STK Reservations are recommended, which you can make on the official STK website. Just choose the “Orlando” location and fill out your information! If we spot any other Easter specials, we’ll be sure to let you know! Read Our Latest Review of STK Orlando Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Do you have Easter plans? Let us know in the comments! The post Looking for a Place to Enjoy Easter Brunch?! A Disney Springs Restaurant Has You Covered! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: It’s Mimosa O’Clock at STK in Disney Springs Thanks To Their NEW Upscale Brunch Menu! Looking for Labor Day Plans? This Disney World Restaurant is Offering Brunch AND an All-Day Happy Hour! ALL the Menu Changes That Happened in Disney World Last Month! View the full article

We’re stepping all the way inside Disney California Adventure at The Disneyland Resort for the first time in a full YEAR. A Touch of Disney As we still wait for the reopening of the Disneyland theme parks, we’re getting to step inside Disney California Adventure for A Touch of Disney, a specially ticketed event. Of course, we’re taking you with us to see all the food and beverages, beloved Disney characters, Disney merchandise, and photo ops. Let’s GO! Event Dates The event began TODAY, March 18th, and will run Thursdays through Mondays from 12PM to 8PM until April 19th. The introductory $75 ticket for this limited capacity event includes admission, parking, unlimited PhotoPass downloads, AND a $25 dining card. ©Disney So, without further ado, let’s get into the event! Arriving at the Event We arrived for the event very early this morning, 10AM despite the fact that the event does not start until noon. At that time, only the Simba Lot was open. Mickey and Friends Parking opens at 11:30PM. Entering Disneyland Resort When we arrived, there was no line for the temperature check. Temperature Check Just after 10AM, the gate for Disney California Adventure had a very small crowd out front. A Touch of Disney But without the other parking available, the group was fairly small. A Touch of Disney Of course, as time passed, a crowd did start to gather. Still nothing too dense! A Touch of Disney Around 11AM, we started seeing Cast Members line up at the turnstiles. We could also spot news crews inside the park! News Crews Then, 30 minutes prior to the official opening, they started scanning guests in! There was a bit of a hiccup as scanners weren’t working in some of the lines (including ours!). We’ll be updating this post to take you with us ALL DAY as we explore the event! Stay tuned so you don’t miss a beat. And if you’re looking for more updates follow along with us on Instagram! Want to learn more about A Touch of Disney? Click here! Disneyland Reopening Details and Info Click HERE for the All Latest Updates Disneyland Aims to Reopen Late April California Residents May Be the ONLY People Allowed to Visit Reopened Disneyland Initially Avengers Campus Still Set to Open at Disneyland "Later This Year" Click Here to Learn More About the "Touch of Disney" Ticketed Event in Disney California Adventure 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 heading to Disney California Adventure to enjoy A Touch of Disney? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTOS & VIDEOS: We're LIVE From 'A Touch of Disney' at Disney California Adventure! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Dining Reminder: Reservations for Lamplight Lounge in Disney California Adventure Are OPEN Menus & PRICES Added to Disneyland App for ‘A Touch of Disney’ Event! What’s New at Disneyland Resort! Emotional Whirlwind Construction, Donuts, Plush Toys, and MORE! View the full article

We’ve been talking a LOT about the upcoming 50th Anniversary Celebration for Walt Disney World. But Shanghai Disney Resort is getting ready for a party of its own to celebrate its 5th Anniversary in a BIG way! Shanghai Disneyland Shanghai Disney Resort opened on June 16, 2016, and Disney is sharing the scoop on how guests can look forward to celebrating this milestone anniversary. The great news is that the celebration will begin a little early, as the “Year of Magical Surprises!” will kick off on April 8, 2021! New and exclusive experiences and surprises are coming not only to Shanghai Disneyland, but will expand to the Resort’s two hotels and Disneytown (and even beyond)! Entertainment The pre-parade for Mickey’s Storybook Express will receive an anniversary overlay. A “Year of Magical Surprises!” Coming to Shanghai Disney Resort ©Disney And guests can look forward to the “ILLUMINATE! A Nighttime Celebration” spectacular! The Lands of Shanghai Disneyland The themed lands that make up Shanghai Disneyland will each be illuminated. And special 5th Anniversary decorations will be seen on the streets of Mickey Avenue. Not only will guests see the anniversary touches, they’ll also HEAR them as new soundtracks will “bring the celebrations to life.” And, of course, limited edition merchandise will be available for purchase to commemorate the celebration. A “Year of Magical Surprises!” Coming to Shanghai Disney Resort ©Disney And there’s MUCH more in store… Disney Characters and the NEW Surprise Squad Beloved Disney characters will get in on the fun! (They wouldn’t miss it!) Mickey at Shanghai Disneyland Royal Banquet Hall Favorite characters will be joined by “rarely seen friends” in a greeting. Clarabelle Cow (from the Shanghai Disneyland Spring Festival) ©Disney And Disney cast members will form the new Surprise Squad! They will greet guests and unveil “additional wonders,” like souvenirs. They’ll also present opportunities for guests to attend the Disney “Surprise!” Show. This presentation will offer chances to win prizes including an exclusive VIP treatment. SURPRISE! More Fun to Come Both Shanghai Disneyland Resort hotels and Disneytown will get dressed up with 5th Anniversary makeovers. And this is all just a first glimpse! A “Year of Magical Surprises!” Coming to Shanghai Disney Resort ©Disney There will be more announcements on the way for the “Year of Magical Surprises!” Disney shares that Shanghai Disney Resort: “has become one of the most popular vacation destinations in the world – featuring innovative experiences, new lands, stories and characters that continue to attract new and returning guests every day across China and beyond.” And speaking of BIG Anniversaries… Find out everything you need to know about the 50th Anniversary Celebration for Walt Disney World Resort here! HAPPY (almost) 5th Anniversary, Shanghai Disney Resort! 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 visited Shanghai Disney Resort? Please let us know with a comment! The post Another Disney Park Is Celebrating a BIG Anniversary -- Here's How! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: NEWS: Shanghai Disney Resort Unveils Their Fifth Anniversary Logo NEWS! Shanghai Disney Resort to CLOSE Indefinitely in Response to the Coronavirus Outbreak in China NEWS: A New Virtual Reality Experience is Coming to Shanghai Disney Resort View the full article