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Hello from EPCOT! Spaceship Earth As the Festival of the Arts wraps up in the next week and Disney gears up for the Flower and Garden Festival, we’ve got lots to show you! We took a trip to EPCOT yesterday so we could let you know exactly what’s new. Let’s get started! EPCOT Merchandise Updates Port of Entry A few weeks ago, we found a Cinderella Castle trinket tray and had NO idea what it was. But now we’re hopping on the latest Disney trend and loving it! Yesterday, we found a Spaceship Earth trinket tray in Port of Entry that features the World Showcase pavilions. Spaceship Earth Trinket Tray A sticker DID note that it’s poisonous, so maybe don’t put any food on it? But it would be a great place to store jewelry, pins — you name it! This tray is $17.99. Mouse Gear We found a new Disney Baby plush in Mouse Gear! This one is Jasmine, and she looks SO huggable. We also spotted her at Fantasia in Disney’s Contemporary Resort. She costs $32.99. Jasmine Disney Baby Plush There’s lots of new pins here, too. We spotted pins inspired by some of our favorite Disney classics like Cinderella… Cinderella Pin …Alice in Wonderland… Alice in Wonderland Pin …and Beauty and the Beast. Just look at how colorful and fun these are! Beauty and the Beast Pin We also found some new WandaVision pins. There’s a logo pin for $15.99… WandaVision Pin …and a pin of the SWORD logo, too, also for $15.99! WandaVision Pin Both of those WandaVision pins are limited release. Check Out MORE Pins We’ve Found! EPCOT Additional Updates We also took a walk around the park to check out some wait times. Crowds have been pretty heavy in the parks the last few days! The wait for Journey Into Imagination with Figment was 25 minutes… Journey Into Imagination with Figment …Spaceship Earth’s wait for 25 minutes… Spaceship Earth Line …and Frozen Ever After’s wait was 60 minutes. Frozen Ever After Over at Garden Grill, the restaurant wasn’t revolving — but we did see Pluto and Mickey! Garden Grill And we spotted some Festival of the Arts fun as chalk artists worked on their latest masterpieces. Chalk Art in Progress Okay, let’s take a tour of World Showcase! We’re already seeing pieces of the Flower and Garden Festival popping up around the park. In Morocco, the Urban Spice Garden was already in place. Urban Spice Garden We also spotted panda topiaries in China… Panda Topiaries …a BUNCH of flower beds in Italy… Flower Pots …and MORE flower beds on the side of the Odyssey Pavilion. Looks like it’s almost time to get in the springtime spirit! Flower Beds One more for ya! Next time you’re in the Japan Pavilion, stop by the koi pond and see if you can spot this Hidden Mickey! Hidden Mickey We love showing you where you can find those in the parks. Check Out All of the Flower and Garden Festival Activities This Year! That’s all for our trip! We’ll be back in EPCOT soon to bring you some more updates. In the meantime, stay tuned to DFB for more Disney news! Do You Know All 25 of These EPCOT Hidden Secrets? 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! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. When’s your next trip to EPCOT? Let us know in the comments! The post We Found a Hidden Mickey in Disney World Near…Fish? first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: What’s New at EPCOT: Valentine’s Ears, a Cookie for Under $5, and Disney Starbucks Tumblers What’s New at EPCOT: New 3D Art, Italy Construction, and Rubber Ducks What’s New in EPCOT: Food & Wine Festival Merch, Construction Updates, and a Secret Menu Item! View the full article

Have you heard of Shades of Green? Shades of Green Resort No, we’re not talking about different colors of green, we’re talking about the resort at Walt Disney World! Unless you’re part of the Armed Forces, you might not know about this hotel because it’s pretty exclusive. But, today we’re taking you with us around the little-known resort option so you know EVERYTHING before you book your trip! Booking Information Let’s kick things off with who exactly can stay at this resort. Shades of Green is an Armed Forces Recreation Center (AFRC) Resort, meaning that it is owned by the United States Department of Defense but located at Walt Disney World. What’s unique about the hotel is that you must be a member of the Armed Forces (or be sponsored by one) to book a stay. The resort is meant to be an affordable option for service members and their families so room rates are on a scale. We were able to check out the resort since one of our team members is an active duty spouse. Shades of Green Bus Stop What does that mean exactly? Well, pricing is based off of the military member’s pay grade. So one can expect to pay less if they are just starting out in their military career compared to someone who has worked their way up the ranks. Shades of Green This feature is unique only to this resort and is meant to make your vacation to Walt Disney World more affordable if at all possible. Atmosphere Though Shades of Green isn’t owned by Disney, the hotel is still up to the standards you might find at any other Disney World resort. Shades of Green When you enter the resort area, you’ll be greeted by a guard at the gate who will check your ID and temperature before you head in. To the right, you’ll notice the Magnolia and Oak Trail golf courses. Straight ahead, is the main entrance to the resort and guest drop off and loading area. Shades of Green Once checked in, you can take a left to park your car in the parking garage (each level in the garage is named after a branch in the military – Navy, Army, Marines, Air Force, and Coast Guard!) and explore the grounds! Shades of Green It’s certainly worth looking around outside because it really is beautiful! It feels a lot liked a well-groomed golf course, but in hotel form! Shades of Green Because the resort is located on Disney property and they know you’re headed to the parks, there is complementary transportation. Shades of Green Bus Stop Just find the bus stop out front located underneath the guest drop off area! Lobby The lobby is located on the second floor of the main building and has tons of nods to history. The lobby invites you to come and stay for a while with lots of seating and a fireplace. Lobby Seating If you’re ever staying here, we recommend grabbing a fun photo with the Patriotic Mickey Statue located in the lobby! Shades of Green Mickey Statue in Lobby He’s decked out in red, white, and blue, and his yellow feet feature snippets of the Declaration of Independence. Mickey Statue The lobby opens up to a large outdoor patio that overlooks the main grounds of the property. And, it’s hard to miss the huge yellow “I AM” on the outside wall of the patio. Don’t just walk past because this decor is actually a big deal! Shades of Green Patio It is from the Invictus Games of 2016, which were held at ESPN Wide World of Sports at Disney World. The Invictus Games are an international sporting competition for armed service personnel men and women who were wounded, injured, or sick during their service. “I Am” Plaque Orlando was the host city for the second Invictus Games back in 2016 and many of the athletes stayed here on property at Walt Disney World! It was a huge deal and is why they still keep the logo in place with a plaque underneath! Dining and Shopping Walk down the hallway from the lobby and you’ll find the Exchange. The Exchange is basically a general store and everything is tax-free! Exchange Store It’s worth stopping in here because it has some exclusive Disney merchandise for service members. You’ll find hats, jackets, polos, and more featuring Mickey Mouse and different branches of the armed forces. U.S. Coastal Guard Disney Windbreaker Near the Exchange, you’ll find the Attractions Ticketing Sales office. Stop in here if you need any help throughout your vacation with park tickets to multiple Orlando area attractions including Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando, SeaWorld, and more! Attraction Ticket Sales If you’re in the mood for a bite to eat, there are quite a few dining options to choose from at the resort. There are two grab-and-go-style cafes in the main building of Shades of Green, including Java Cafe and Express Cafe. Currently only Java Cafe is open, and a great place to grab a coffee, tea, pastry, or ice cream! Magnolia Wing More formal dining options include Garden Gallery which is a restaurant that traditionally serves buffet-style meals. Currently, it is functioning as a bistro so you can find grab-and-go meal options and take it back to your room or enjoy it outside. Garden Gallery Restaurant The other restaurant at Shades of Green, Mangino’s is currently open with modified hours. Here, you’ll enjoy a sit-down meal for breakfast or dinner. Mangino’s Two other dining options are located just a short walk from the main building. Evergreens Bar & Grill is a sports pub-style light eatery located next to the resort’s Mill Pond Pool (more on that later). Evergreens Bar & Grill Another counter-service restaurant is actually located on the Magnolia Golf Course near the resort. The Chip ‘n’ Dale’s Deli serves up hot and cold sandwiches and other quick bites to snack on while you’re golfing or swimming in the neighboring resort pool. You’ll also find beer, wine, and other mixed drinks on the menu (and Arnold Palmers, of course!). Chip n’ Dale Deli Outdoor Activities If taking in the beautiful scenery of the resort isn’t enough to keep you busy, there is a lot of outdoor activities around the resort. As we mentioned before, the Magnolia Golf Course is a short walk away. But there are a lot of activities (some that you wouldn’t find at most Disney World hotels) like tennis courts… Tennis Courts …an arcade… Arcade …ping pong, a pool table, and checkers… Outdoor Checkers Board …and even a playground! Playground at Shades of Green If you and your family love to swim, there’s a splash pad and two pools! One of the pools is Mickey-shaped… Splash Pad …and the other is a zero-entry u-shaped pool called the Magnolia Pool. It is located right next to the Magnolia Golf Course and Chip ‘n’ Dale’s Deli so you can grab a bite to eat, take a dip in the pool, and golf all in one spot — fun! Probably one of the coolest features of the pool is that it is zero-entry on both sides so gone are the days of making a splash. Magnolia Pool And, we’ve mentioned golfing enough already but if you’re lucky, you might even get to spot Mickey Mouse in golf cart form! Mickey Mouse Golf Cart And that concludes our tour of the Shades of Green Resort! We certainly hope that you learned something about this little-known resort at Walt Disney World. If you have any questions, feel free to leave them in the comments and we’ll see you next time! PHOTOS and VIDEOS! Explore Disney’s Pop Century Resort With Us! 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! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! 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 stayed at Shades of Green? Let us know in the comments! The post Tour the Exclusive Disney World Hotel You've (Probably) Never Visited first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: PHOTOS and VIDEOS! Explore Disney’s Pop Century Resort With Us! PHOTOS: Disney’s Pop Century Resort Standard Room Tour Staying at a Good Neighbor Hotel at Walt Disney World? You’ll Want to Keep THIS in Mind! View the full article

Get ready nacho fans and sports fans alike, we’re bringing you a DFB review! Rix Sports Bar and Grill Eats Rix Sports Bar and Grill is a casual sports-bar-style table-service restaurant located at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort. This spot isn’t a major stand out among Disney restaurants since it’s missing the heavy thematic element for which Disney is known. But it’s certainly serving up some yummy eats and filling a bit of a void when it comes to Disney dining! So how is it NOW? Seriously, finding a spot to watch the big game in Disney World can be difficult — and that’s where Rix Sports Bar and Grill comes in handy. Did you know this spot has 31 TVs?! Let’s see if the food is worth the trip as much as those big TVs! Atmosphere As we mentioned Rix Sports Bar and Grill is located near the lobby of Coronado Springs Resort. Rix Sports Bar and Grill There’s a counter near the front where guests can place and pick up takeout orders. That’s good to know if you’d rather catch the game in your room or head outside to enjoy the weather! Rix Sports Bar and Grill As any good sports bar does, Rix has a TON of TVs. It’s one of the few places on Disney property where you can actually catch your game of choice. Sports watching at Disney is limited! Rix Sports Bar and Grill The restaurant sits in a wide-open space with standard options for seating — tables and chairs, booths, and bar seating. Rix Sports Bar and Grill The bar is long enough to accompany several parties as well. Nothing is too exciting from a decor perspective. We’ve always thought that it doesn’t quite match the theme of Coronado Springs. It’s fairly simple and modern. Rix Sports Bar and Grill But, TBH, you’re not here for the decor, you’re here for the big game (or some nachos. That’s fair too.)! Rix Sports Bar and Grill Once seated, you’ll find utensils wrapped in cloth napkins… Rix Silverware …and a selection of condiments on the table. Rix condiments Now let’s dive into those eats! Eats Like most dining locations in Disney World, this spot is currently offering a mobile menu accessible via QR code. You can ask for a paper menu as well. Mobile Menu The menu isn’t too large but there is a wide-enough variety of options that most everyone should be able to find something they like. If you’re like us, that Queso Fundido Burger is probably catching your eye. You KNOW we’ve tried that one before and yes, it’s yummy. Menu Unsurprisingly, this sports bar setting has a pretty significant drink menu with signature cocktails, liquor, beer, and wine. Menu Our big complaint about the drink menu here is that there aren’t really that many craft beer options. Finding a good place to try beers in Disney World is difficult (outside of EPCOT festivals) and beer is SUPER big right now. Rix seems like the perfect place to add a few brews to the menu. Sports bars=beers and bar food, right? Menu Today, we opted to try the Sweet Tea Old Fashioned as our beverage for $14. This combo of Rye, Sweet Tea Syrup, and Lemon Bitters was a little sweeter than we expected. It would be a good option for someone who would like to try an old fashioned but typically likes sweeter drinks! Sweet Tea Old Fashioned Would it really be a visit to a sports bar if we didn’t try their Nachos? We don’t think so. The Nachos at Rix are available for $15 and are Fresh Made Corn Tortilla Chips with House Blend Queso Blanco, Roasted Poblano Salsa, Scallions, Guacamole, and Sour Cream. Nachos We loved the chips! You could tell they were really fresh and they did a good job of holding up the toppings without getting soggy or breaking. Nachos Plus, there were piled high with lots of guacamole and toppings. The cheese was a little more amarillo than blanco but it had a really nice, creamy flavor. Not surprisingly, we’d love more cheese (have you MET us?!). We loved the peppers and onions in the salsa. The only thing they were missing was a little spice! Nachos Overall, these were a very good and filling order of nachos, but they maybe could’ve been a larger portion. Typically sports bar nachos are BIG plates and these were pretty small. More like the size of a side than a whole app. But they certainly were higher quality than most! We absolutely would order again. Nachos Moving on to our entree, we snagged the Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich (Nashville Hot Sauce, Buttermilk Chicken Breast, and Pepper Jack Cheese on a Sesame Brioche, Served with Southern Slaw and Choice of Side) for $18. And yup, we picked up Sweet Potato Fries on the side. Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich This was a super solid chicken sandwich! There was a nice amount of heat but it wasn’t overwhelming. Basically, we’ve had hotter chicken sammies, but it had a surprising kick for a Disney entree! Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich The pepper jack cheese on top really completed the bite. Our one complaint was that the chicken was on the smaller side and it was SO tasty that we would have loved a larger piece. Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich And those Sweet Potato Fries? Crunchy and perfect! (A rare feat with sweet potato fries that want to go soggy in a heartbeat!) Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich Side And finally, we’re on to dessert! We opted to try the Lemon Meringue Pie for $8. You’re looking at Tart Lemon Filling and Fluffy Meringue Topping. This pic is basically as perfect as you can get with a slice of merengue pie: Lemon Meringue Pie Look how pretty! This slice was good but, honestly, it didn’t blow us away. Looks beat out flavor here. It was actually better than we would have expected for a resort sports bar, but we wouldn’t necessarily order it again. It didn’t really go with the rest of the food. Lemon Meringue Pie The textures were all there though! The meringue was super fluffy and the lemon was actually tart. No over sweetening here! Lemon Meringue Pie We do love a good browning on meringue though. This was pretty pale. Still, you could do worse for dessert. Whew, now that we’re alllll filled up. Should you nosh or not? Nosh or Not You SHOULD eat at Rix Sports Bar and Grill if… You’re looking to hunker down and take in the big game with some tasty eats to help out. You’re a guest at Coronado Springs and don’t want to head too far for a table-service (or takeout!) option. You’re looking to take a break from all the heavy theming in Disney World. You should SKIP Rix Sports Bar and Grill if… You want to try something adventurous or just want more options on a menu in general. You’d rather not have TVs in every direction during your meal and want more ambiance. You don’t have any other reason to head alllll the way out to Coronado Springs (it’s not really close to much!). Overall We had a pleasant enough meal at Rix Sports Bar and Grill! The food was good and our service was very attentive. Plus, we love having an option for catching a game or two during a trip. Still, you’re paying Disney prices for a sports bar so it really is what it is here. If you love watching football, drinking beer, and eating classic dishes; you’ll probably enjoy yourself. As we mentioned, Disney needs more sports-watching locations and with ESPN Club closed right now, it’s great that there is a solid option. They have a good amount of bar seating so it’s a good spot to unwind or relax with a TV in the background. But just keep in mind you’re paying Disney World prices for food that you could probably find comparable options at your local Chili’s. Now, don’t come here expecting a typical Disney restaurant. This place is far from themed. You’ll feel like you’re in a plain ol’ sports bar with some pretty good eats. It’s got kind of an “airport sports bar” vibe to it! Sports fans, those not interested in a Disney theme, and people who want to sit and snack on bar food for a while might really like this spot! Kids and families wanting something magical might not. We also think the prices could be a touch lower or the portions a touch larger to feed into that sports bar feel. When you belly up to a bar and order an app of nachos to watch a game, you expect a hefty plate. Not the small portion we were served. Plus, that would encourage more ordering and more eating if you’re just going to sit for a while. Still, we thoroughly enjoyed our food and thought this was a relaxing experience. Rix remains a solid option for some unexpectedly decent food in a rather boring (by Disney standards!) location. If we didn’t find ourselves wandering around Coronado Springs, this spot would likely not be on our radar to visit. That said, Coronado Springs guests looking to catch a big game hit the jackpot. Click here to see us review MORE eats at Rix Sports Bar and Grill! 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! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! 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 Rix Sports Bar and Grill? Tell us in the comments! The post REVIEW: There's a Solid Sports Bar Hiding in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: NEWS! Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort Delays Its Reopening…By Two Days! NEWS! These Restaurants Will Reopen with Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort SOON What’s New in Coronado Springs: A Reopening Restaurant and HOLIDAY DECORATIONS! View the full article

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We had a very busy day in Disney World today! Magic Kingdom Entrance It was certainly a gloomy day, but we made the most of it by visiting Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Disney’s Animal Kingdom, and Animal Kingdom Lodge! We’re bringing you along with us for our trip allll around Disney World today. We started our day in the park with a lovely song by the Dapper Dans. Dapper Dans We made a quick stop at Main Street Bakery to snag this WandaVision-inspired frappuccino. And it was delish! WandaVision Frapp Plus, we got to see a Rainy Day Cavalcade! Check out these Cast Members in their rain gear — they’re certainly prepared for the day. We also stopped by Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge to check out what’s new. Animal Kingdom Lodge Following the trend of new Cast Member aprons, we spotted yet another one! This time, with a Lion King-inspired design. Check out Simba, Timon, and Pumbaa strutting across that hat! Animal Kingdom Lodge Pool Bar Cast Member Costumes We also took the opportunity to see what was going on at EPCOT on this rainy day. We checked out some chalk art as part of the International Festival of the Arts! Chalk Art As this festival begins to wind down, we’re seeing more and more signs that the 2021 EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival is not far away. This completely adorable panda topiary has appeared at the China Pavilion. Panda Topiary We also saw a spice garden in place at the Morocco Pavilion. Spice Garden in Morocco As always, we were on the lookout for testing being done at the Harmonious barges, in preparation for EPCOT’s upcoming nighttime spectacular. Harmonious Barges And that’s a wrap on our rainy day in Disney World! We hope you enjoyed coming along for the ride. Follow us on Instagram or Twitter for daily updates and photos from the parks! And as always, check back with us for more Disney news. We found a MINI 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! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. When’s your next trip to Disney World? Tell us in the comments! The post 20 Photos and Videos From Our Rainy Day in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: News! Disney World Has Announced the ULTIMATE Christmas Package Consider Making THESE Weird Choices On Your Next Disney World Trip. 6 Tips for Planning a Disney World Trip During Hurricane Season View the full article

Hello world travelers! We’re back with another what’s new in EPCOT! We recently visited the park to give you the latest updates on food, merchandise, construction, and more, so follow along with us! EPCOT Food Updates House of Good Fortune As a friendly reminder, you can grab Mr. Brown at the grab and go drink fridge in the House of Good Fortune! This is canned iced coffee, but it’s great for if you want caffeine without a wait! Mr. Brown Iced Coffee One can is just $3.25. WandaVision Fans: Here’s Your Next Starbucks Order Rose & Crown Pub and Restaurant At the beginning of the month, we learned that Rose & Crown Dining Room would close for refurbishment until early spring. Rose and Crown We headed over to check out what the restaurant looked like now. The restaurant service is down, however the seating areas both inside and outside are open. Rose and Crown Seating You can still grab a drink from the pub, and now you’ve got more options for where to sit! This EPCOT Restaurant is Temporarily Closing SOON EPCOT Merchandise Updates The Fjording We noticed that the gift shop in the Norway Pavilion called The Fjording moved some its merchandise around! There are now shoes being sold where the Norway branded items were. Norway Shoes If you’re looking for some winter boots while in Florida…you’re in luck! Parents! The Newest Disney Shoe Trend is Now Available Online! Germany Pavilion The Germany Pavilion was home to the Annual Passholder Pop-Up shop last year, where annual pass holders could get some exclusive Disney merchandise. Now, some of that merchandise from the pop-up is available in the Germany gift shops! AP Merchandise We also found a few new-to-us items in the shop including this Germany Tervis Tumbler. Germany Tumbler It features Germany’s flag colors with Mickey on one side… Germany Tumbler …and Minnie on the other! The tumbler is 39.99. Germany Tumbler We also found a couple of new Germany Pavilion Pillows. One was white with Mickey and Minnie saying “Hallo”… Germany Pillow …and the other is blue with several German phrases and icons. Germany Pillow Mickey and Minnie look as cute as ever in their outfits! Take a look at the Annual Passholder shop last year! Art of Disney We recently spotted some new Soul t-shirts with the murals you can find around Disney Springs on them. Now, these t-shirts are available in the Art of Disney shop right by the new Soul of Jazz Exhibit. Soul Merchandise Each t-shirt is $36.99 and features an artist’s gorgeous work. Plus, you can learn more about each artist on little placards around the merchandise. One of them features Mr. Mittens as Joe’s hair… Soul Shirt …and another shirt shows Joe in a galactic realm! Soul Shirt These murals are so unique, so it’s great that you can sport literal artwork on your shirts! Show Off Original Soul-Inspired Artwork With These Tees in Disney World EPCOT Construction Updates La Gelateria While in the Italy pavilion we checked to see if there was any progress on the La Gelateria construction. La Gelateria Construction Not much has changed, but it looks like it’s coming along! We’ll let you know as soon as we hear about an opening date for the new gelato stand. Get a Peek at the New Gelato Kiosk Coming to EPCOT United Kingdom Pavilion Even though the Festival of the Arts is in its final days, it’s not over yet! Well, Disney apparently thinks it is because they’ve already removed some of the easels in the United Kingdom pavilion to make way for decor for the upcoming Flower and Garden Festival. United Kingdom Pavilion Garden We noticed that some of the tea cup planters we’ve seen in past Flower and Garden Festivals are here. Tea Cup Planter Looks like Disney is ready to move onto the next festival! Looks Like EPCOT is Ready to Move On to Its Next Festival Harmonious Barges While we walked around World Showcase, we saw that one of the arms on a Harmonious barge was being tested! Harmonious Testing We’ve seen several tests on these two barges before, and we really can’t wait to see what they’ll look like in the show! Take a look at the second Harmonious barge! That’s all we got for updates in EPCOT today! We hope you had fun following along on our updates in food, merchandise, and construction. We’ll continue to make our way around to the Disney World theme parks and resorts, so stay tuned to DFB for the latest Disney updates! A Visit to Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland is Easier Than You Think 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! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! 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 part of EPCOT? Let us know in the comments! The post Don't Forget! You Can Get Caffeine in EPCOT Without a Wait first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: What’s New at EPCOT: Limited Edition Pins, Holiday Treats, and TONS of Italy Merch! What’s New at EPCOT: New Pins, Festival of the Arts Set-up Begins, and a Candy Sale What’s New in Epcot — Space 220 and Guardians of the Galaxy Construction Progress, Swarovski Jewelry, and MORE! View the full article

We’re nearing a year since Disneyland closed down due to the global pandemic. Disneyland Entrance Although Downtown Disney and Disney California Adventure’s Buena Vista Street are open to guests for shopping and dining, it’s been a long time since anyone has had the full experience of the Disneyland Resort theme parks. After receiving strict reopening guidelines from the State of California back in October of 2020, Anaheim officials are in support of accelerating Disneyland and other Southern California theme park reopening. According to the LA Times, the Anaheim City Council is in support of a state bill that would allow Disneyland to reopen earlier. This bill was proposed at the beginning of February, and was created to speed the reopening of Disneyland and other major theme parks like Knott’s Berry Farm and Universal Studios Hollywood. Disney California Adventure Park The bill would allow larger theme parks to reopen after reaching the same requirements as the smaller amusement parks. Currently, Anaheim would need to be in the lowest tier of coronavirus cases to reopen at 25% capacity. Smaller amusement parks in the state, some of which have reopened, can operate at a limited capacity once they reach the moderate COVID-19 tier. Disneyland Main Entrance Orange County is currently in the purple tier, also known as the highest and most restrictive tier. Mayor Harry Sidhu said, “Anything that we can do to safely reopen theme parks is critical to economic recovery for our city and region.” The council voted 6-1 in favor of the bill. Hyperion Theater We’ll be sure to watch this closely and keep you updated on any news regarding the reopening of Disneyland. Learn more about Disneyland’s current reopening guidelines Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! The post NEWS: Anaheim Officials Support Bill to Speed Disneyland's Reopening first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Disneyland Plans to Install Over 23,000 Health and Safety Measures in Preparation for a Future Reopening NEWS: Disneyland’s Reopening Delayed Further as Orange County Moves BACK to Purple Tier Disneyland Updates Cancellation and Change Policies for Guests Affected by the Delayed Reopening View the full article

Welcome back to Downtown Disney, where some commotion has been happening in recent weeks! Since Southern California’s stay-at-home order was lifted, dining has returned, and soon there will be a ticketed event INSIDE California Adventure!! Storytellers Statue But before we can get to that, we have to recap what we’ve seen lately at Disneyland’s shopping and dining district. Let’s jump in! Downtown Disney Food Update Starbucks Since our last visit, one of the two Starbucks located in Downtown Disney has reopened! Since Southern California came out of its regional stay-at-home order, eating and drinking have been able to return to Downtown. Starbucks At this time, only the Starbucks next to World of Disney is open. The other Starbucks, located next to the LEGO Store, remains closed at this time. La Brea Bakery In addition to Starbucks reopening this week, La Brea Bakery has reopened, too! It welcomed back guests on February 17th. La Brea Bakery reopening notice Most table service restaurants at this point have reopened across Downtown Disney. The one major restaurant we have yet to hear a reopening announcement for is Splitsville. In addition, Catal has been unable to open due to Orange County’s current status in the purple tier, which only allows for outdoor dining at this time. Click here to read about eating and drinking returning to Downtown Disney Trolley Treats Over at Trolley Treats, we came across a few new Snacks With Character goodies! We spotted a couple of versions on our last visit to Downtown, and since then we’ve also seen these pop up in Disney World! We spotted the Cinnamon Swirl Mini Rice Crisps for $5.49… Snacks With Character Cinnamon Swirl Mini Rice Crisps …Chocolate Chip Cookies for $6.99… Snacks With Character Chocolate Chip Cookies …and Lemon Burst Cookies for $6.99! Snacks With Character Lemon Burst Cookies All of the Snacks With Character packaged treats are gluten-free! Be on the lookout for these at Trolley Treats along Buena Vista Street. Click here to read our recent review of the latest specialty churro to arrive in Disneyland! Downtown Disney Merchandise Update Star Wars Trading Post The big story of our most recent trip to Downtown Disney was the first day of Legacy Passholder previews for the new Star Wars Trading Post! The shop moved into the former location of Rainforest Cafe. At this time, only the front gift shop space is being used for the Trading Post. However, what Disney Imagineers were able to do with the space is incredible! While this shop isn’t located on Batuu or in the Galaxy’s Edge universe or timeline, this is DEFINITELY the closest we’ve felt visiting Black Spire Outpost at Disneyland in nearly a year! It’s in the details… We wouldn’t blame you, however, for feeling like you were somehow magically transported to the marketplace on Batuu. This store is FILLED with souvenirs from Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge that we haven’t been able to shop for since March of 2020, as well as general Star Wars merchandise. Seriously, you can tell a lot of thought and care was put into this new Trading Post. Star Wars Trading Post We even spotted a familiar hover pram from The Mandalorian! Unfortunately, there was no Baby Yoda inside. The shop opens to the general public on Friday, February 19th. WonderGround Gallery is expected to reopen with unique art souvenirs soon. Click here to check out even MORE photos of the new Star Wars Trading Post in Downtown Disney! World of Disney As always, we had a successful visit to World of Disney, where we spotted several new merchandise items! First up is this pretty blue gradient Disneyland sweatshirt for $44.99. Disneyland sweatshirt For a complete outfit, you can pick up these matching blue leggings for $39.99. Disneyland leggings There was more apparel where that came from — we also spotted a couple more baseball tees! The first is a white tee featuring Minnie Mouse… Disneyland Minnie Mouse baseball tee …and on the back, the number 55 is prominently displayed for Disneyland’s opening year, 1955! It retails for $59.99. Disneyland Minnie Mouse baseball tee We also spotted this Pizza Planet baseball tee! The front features the Pizza Planet logo… Pizza Planet baseball tee …and the back has the number 95 for the year Toy Story first came out in theaters, 1995! This baseball tee also retails for $59.99. Pizza Planet baseball tee And of course you’ll need some new kicks to go with all this new clothing! Luckily, the new Disney x Native shoes have arrived to Downtown Disney! There were two colors available for kids, red… Disney x Native shoes for kids …and white! The kids Native shoes retail for $44.99. Disney x Native shoes for kids There were two colors available in adult sizes as well, in red… Disney x Native shoes for adults …and black! The adult Native shoes retail for $54.99. Disney x Native shoes for adults Also new to Downtown Disney recently is this Sleeping Beauty Castle cookie jar! We snagged a few photos of the Cinderella Castle cookie jar over at Disney World, so we were thrilled when we spotted the west coast version appear, too! Sleeping Beauty Castle cookie jar The cookie jar is available at World of Disney for $55.00. Click here to check out the Cinderella Castle cookie jar in Disney World! We spotted a couple of new mugs on our recent visit to Downtown! The first is this adorable Tangled mug, with Pascal sitting on top — his tail is the handle! Tangled Mug We also found this adorable Frozen mug featuring Marshmallow, with a handle made out of Snowgies! Frozen mug Both the Tangled and Frozen mugs retail for $19.99. We found TONS of new mugs at Disneyland not too long ago! Check them out here! There were more unique home finds where that came from! We found two photo frames to commemorate your memories made while on vacation! This castle frame retails for $34.99. Disneyland photo frame The second photo frame has a cute clipboard design and reads “Happiest Place on Earth.” Happiest Place on Earth photo frame The frame will hold 4″x6″ and 5″x7″ photos and it retail for $24.99. Click here to read about where you can find EPCOT merchandise in Downtown Disney! Elias & Co. Over at Elias & Co., we spotted four plush hand puppets! These were also seen over at Disney World not too long ago. We found Mickey… Mickey plush puppet …Minnie… Minnie plus puppet …Stitch… Stitch plush puppet …and Angel! Each of the puppets retails for $29.99. Angel plush puppet Elias & Co. also has in stock a new fuchsia set of sweatshirts and sweatpants! The sweatshirt retails for $44.99… Disneyland hoodie …and the sweatpants retail for $44.99. Disneyland sweatpants We’ve spotted black and yellow sets of these sweatshirts and sweatpants in recent weeks at Disneyland as well! Click here to check out the new merchandise that recently arrived for California Adventure’s 20th anniversary. Backlot Premiere Shop Backlot Premiere Shop, which originally opened as additional shopping space to accommodate guests while Orange County operates their retail at limited capacity, has been rotating their selections seasonally. When the shop first opened, it was filled with Halloween merchandise, and was soon after replaced by holiday merchandise. Now, the shop is offering more park-specific and even attraction-specific merchandise! On our most recent visit, we spotted souvenirs from Grizzly River Run… Grizzly River Run merchandise …Soarin’, including this tumbler we found for $19.99… Soarin’ tumbler …Indiana Jones… Indiana Jones merchandise …and an assortment of Tomorrowland attractions, like Space Mountain and PeopleMover! Tomorrowland merchandise We also found an assortment of new pins at the Backlot Premiere Shop. We found a new Haunted Mansion jumbo pin that glows in the dark for $29.99. Limited release Haunted Mansion jumbo pin We also found a Windows of Main Street U.S.A. pin, featuring the Railroad Office! Windows of Main Street U.S.A. pin When you open the window, you’ll spot Mickey Mouse inside! This pin retails for $19.99. Windows of Main Street U.S.A. pin We also found the new Magic in the Stars pin, featuring Hunchback of Notre Dame. It’s available at Backlot Premiere Shop for $19.99. Magic In the Stars pin We also found the next pin in Where Fantasy Grows, A Disney Terrarium Series! This pin features Pascal from Tangled and retails for $19.99. Where Fantasy Grows Pascal pin We weren’t done browsing the stores quite yet, so we headed out of Backlot Premiere Shop to continue our visit around Buena Vista Street! Click here to read about which lands we can expect to see open as part of Disney California Adventure’s ticketed even next month! Julius Katz & Sons Our last stop on our most recent visit to Downtown Disney was Julius Katz & Sons. There, we found a couple of new t-shirts for your dog! The first features Mickey and Minnie and says “Best Day Ever.” It retails for $24.99. “Best Day Ever” t-shirt for dogs The second one features one of our favorite Disney dogs, Zero! It says “Full of Spirit” and also retails for $24.99. “Full of Spirit” t-shirt for dogs We also found the new collection of Princess autograph pins, recently spotted in Disney World! The collection includes Moana… Moana autograph castle pin …Ariel… Ariel autograph castle pin …Cinderella… Cinderella autograph castle pin …Aurora… Aurora autograph castle pin …Belle… Belle autograph castle pin …and Rapunzel! Rapunzel autograph castle pin Each of the princess autograph pins retails for $12.99. Click here to read about what Disney confirmed will be opening in 2021. That’ll do it for another roundup of what’s new in Downtown Disney! We’ll be honest, this is the first time in quite a WHILE that there has been something truly “new” to discover, and we can’t stop talking about how impressed we were with the Star Wars Trading Post! Be sure to continue to follow along as we continue our coverage at the Disneyland Resort — we should have tons of exciting content soon when it comes to this California Adventure ticketed event! So stay tuned, friends! Click here to read more about the ticket event happening soon at Disney California Adventure! Check out more Disneyland Food Reviews Here!! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Have you had a chance to check out the Star Wars Trading Post as part of the Legacy Passholder preview? Let us know in the comments! The post A Visit To Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland is Easier Than You Think! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: What’s New at Disneyland — Magic Way’s Grand Opening, TWO New Menus, And Halloween AND Arendelle Aqua Treats! Iconic Disneyland FOOD Will Be Part of Buena Vista Street’s Reopening — Here’s What You Can Look Forward To! What Is It ACTUALLY Like to Buy Food in Disneyland Resort Right Now? View the full article

Welcome back, DFB friends! We’re here with another What’s New at Disney Springs! Coca Cola Store And, we’ve got plenty of updates to share with you! So, what are you waiting for? Let’s dive right on in! Disney Springs Food Update Sunshine Churros Disney mixes up lots of new treats for guests to try whenever they visit the parks. But, we spotted a snack that was a little bit on the tricky side when we were at Sunshine Churros! The menu had a new French Toast Churro listed on the menu with maple syrup included with the treat for $6.25. French Toast Churro Yet, it was just a regular churro in disguise with an extra topping of powdered sugar and a new dipping sauce! But, we still love Sunshine Churros all the same for its fun flavors like Fruity Pebbles and Oreos. French Toast Churro And, we can’t wait to see the other churros that will be popping up at the stand, since there’s already a new sign for a treating “coming soon.” Read all about the French Toast Churro here! Disney Springs Merchandise Update Marketplace Co-Op We spotted this whole line-up of cute (but kind of creepy) character mugs over in Disneyland’s Downtown Disney. And, now a few have popped up in Disney Springs at the Marketplace Co-Op! Marketplace Co-Op You can take a sip your morning coffee with a smile out of the Cheshire Cat Mug… Cheshire Cat Mug …with his signature on the back… Cheshire Cat Mug …as well as the Marie Mug… Marie Mug …with her sweet cursive writing that’s certainly sophisticated. Marie Mug Plus, you can even take home the Stitch Mug if you’re looking for something that’s out of this world! Stitch Mug You can find each of the mugs on the shelves for $14.99. Stitch Mug Which character do you think would be perfect to pair with your go-to morning drinks? Take another look at these character mugs! Disney Springs Crowd Update Disney Springs was having a quieter day as there were only a few pockets of crowds here and there throughout the shopping and dining district. Disney Springs Crowds Gideon’s Bakehouse had a line of guests waiting for their chance to snag all their favorite kinds of cookies… Disney Springs Crowds …while other people made their way over to shops like the World of Disney to take home a souvenir or two! Disney Springs Crowds After the large crowds in Disney World on Valentine’s Day weekend and President’s Day, it seems things are slowing down just a little. Here’s Why We Warn You to Avoid Holiday Weekends in Disney World Well, that’s all for this What’s New at Disney Springs! We’ll catch you next time for more updates! And, if you have any questions about your upcoming Disney vacation, let us know so we can help you find the answers. A Closed Monorail Made For an Interesting Day at Disney’s Monorail Resorts 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! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What are you looking forward to seeing the most in Disney Springs? Let us know in the comments below! The post Watch Out! There's a Churro in Disguise Lurking in Disney Springs first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: What’s New at Disney Springs: Halloween Mini Games, 80s Retro Pins, and a Boozy Gingerbread Drink! What’s New at Disney Springs: Dogs Wearing Face Masks, Four Pounds of Loaded Fries, and MORE! What’s New at Disney Springs: Spiked Eggnog, an EXPENSIVE Chocolate Cottage, and Signed Merchandise! View the full article

Disney World has a new obsession — Trinket Trays! Spaceship Earth We’ll admit that when we first saw one, though, we had NO idea what it was. But we still bought it because it was a cool Cinderella Castle and Main Street, U.S.A. thing, but then later noticed that it rang up as a “trinket tray.” And then we spotted a Tree of Life Trinket Tray, too! Well, we just found a Spaceship Earth Trinket Tray! So, obviously, this trinket tray thing is sticking around for a while. We have to admit, these are pretty neat now that we know what they are. Spaceship Earth Trinket Tray This one has the World Showcase pavilions painted around its edges with Spaceship Earth in the center. Like the other trinket trays, this one is also a little poisonous (call the Evil Queen — she wants her trinket tray back!). But it’s totally okay — just follow the directions and don’t put food on it, and you’ll be fine…we think. Spaceship Earth Trinket Tray Seriously, though, these little trays are fun AND handy souvenirs — you can use them for your keys, spare change, or anything you might easily misplace. We’re guessing they’re good for jewelry, too — pretty much any kind of trinket you might have (that isn’t food) can go on there. We found the Spaceship Earth one at EPCOT’s Port of Entry for $17.99. And if we spot any other trays (poisonous or otherwise), we’ll be sure to let you know! We STILL Don’t Know What to Think of Disney’s Creepy Character Mugs 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! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What do you think of these trinket trays? Let us know in the comments! The post We Found a MINI Spaceship Earth in EPCOT first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: What’s New at Epcot: The Return of Gourmet Flavored Popcorn and the NEW Art of Disney Store! ALERT! 🚨 Talking Remy Plushes Have Been Restocked in EPCOT! Um, YUM! Find Out Where You Can Get STRAWBERRY Kit Kats in Disney World! View the full article

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Looking for something new to cook at home? Tired and bored of ALL of the recipes you’ve already made? We’ve got the solution! Soul ©Pixar | Disney Recently, DOLE released 12 recipes created for or inspired by Pixar’s Soul. Oh, and 5 of these recipes are actually PIZZAS inspired by Joe Gardner’s love of pizza (we are right there with you Joe). You’ve got to check these out! Before we hop into the recipes, we did want to mention that these are all part of DOLE’s plant-based, healthy living initiative. DOLE is expanding that initiative by exploring the special connection between food, cooking, and music. Some of these recipes are gluten-free, vegetarian, or vegan, so if you’ve got specific eating needs these could be great for you to check out. We’ve marked the recipes with some letters by their names so you know what to look for: V: Vegetarian VG: Vegan GF: Gluten-Free LS: Low Sodium Soul Photo-Op Included in these recipes are pizzas, pasta, soup, salad, and quite a few desserts. So, you can plan out multiple days-worth of meals right here. We’ll start with PIZZAS! Sunrise Pizza (V) ©DOLE INGREDIENTS 2 medium DOLE® Bananas, peeled 4 frozen whole wheat waffles 1/4 cup honey-flavored nonfat Greek yogurt 1 can (11 oz.) DOLE Mandarin Oranges, drained 2 teaspoons honey dash ground cinnamon DOLE Fresh Raspberries or Blueberries (optional) DIRECTIONS THINLY slice bananas on diagonal. PREPARE waffles according to package directions. SPREAD waffles with yogurt. Arrange banana slices on top, overlapping. Arrange mandarin oranges in center of each pizza. Drizzle with honey. Sprinkle with cinnamon. Garnish with raspberries or blueberries, if desired. Serengeti Superfood Paleo Pizza (V & GF) ©DOLE INGREDIENTS 2 medium DOLE® Sweet Potatoes 1 large egg 1 cup almond flour ¼ cup arrowroot ¼ teaspoon salt ½ cup mild harissa sauce ½ (8-ounce) package DOLE® Mushrooms, thinly sliced 1 bunch DOLE® Asparagus, thinly sliced on a bias ½ cup drained and rinsed low sodium chickpeas 2 tablespoons chopped walnuts DIRECTIONS ADJUST 2 oven racks to upper and lower position; preheat oven to 450°F. Line 2 rimmed baking pans with parchment paper. Wrap sweet potatoes in aluminum foil; bake 1 hour or until very tender. Cool potatoes slightly; peel and mash in a large bowl. Beat potatoes with mixer on medium-high 1 minute or until smooth. Add egg, flour, arrowroot and salt; beat 1 minute or until smooth. Makes about 4 cups. DROP 2 (1 cup) scoops potato dough, 6-inches apart, onto each prepared pan; pat each into ¼-inch-thick circle. Bake 20 minutes or until set, rotating pans between racks after 10 minutes. SPREAD crusts with sauce; top with mushrooms, asparagus, chickpeas and walnuts. Bake pizzas 15 minutes or until bottoms are golden brown and vegetables are tender. Pro tip: For a non-paleo option, sprinkle ¼ cup fat-free feta cheese over pizzas. Snow-flower Pizza (V & GF) ©DOLE INGREDIENTS ½ (8-ounce) package DOLE® Mushrooms, sliced ½ medium DOLE® Russet Potato, very thinly sliced ½ medium DOLE® White Onion, chopped 2 cups small DOLE® Cauliflower florets 1 tablespoon olive oil ½ teaspoon kosher salt ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper 1 box (12 ounces) frozen gluten free cauliflower pizza crusts (2 crusts) 1 cup fat free ricotta cheese 6 garlic cloves, finely chopped 3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil 1 cup DOLE® Organic Baby Spinach & Arugula Crushed red pepper flakes (optional) DIRECTIONS ADJUST oven rack to upper position; preheat oven to 425°F. Line a rimmed baking pan with parchment paper. TOSS mushrooms, potato, onion, cauliflower, oil, salt and pepper in a large bowl; spread on prepared pan. Bake 25 minutes or until potatoes are just tender. SPREAD crusts with cheese; top with roasted vegetables, garlic and 2 tablespoons basil. BAKE pizzas directly on oven rack 15 minutes or until crust is golden brown and crisp; top with spinach & arugula and remaining 1 tablespoons basil. Cut each pizza into 6 slices; sprinkle with crushed red pepper, if desired. Pro tip: To freeze pizzas, cool roasted vegetables and proceed through Step 3. Wrap pizzas with plastic wrap then foil and freeze up to 3 months. Bake pizzas from frozen at 425°F for 22 minutes or until crust is golden brown and crisp, and internal temperature reaches 165°F; top with spinach & arugula. Thai Spicy Shrimp Pizza with Cauliflower Crust ©DOLE INGREDIENTS 1 small head DOLE® Cauliflower, coarsely chopped 4 large eggs 1¼ cups almond flour 2 tablespoons salt-free garlic herb seasoning ¼ teaspoon salt ¼ pound cooked 51–60 count tail-off peeled and deveined shrimp, thawed if necessary 1½ teaspoons Thai red curry paste ½ cup chopped DOLE® Tropical Gold® Pineapple ¼ cup thinly sliced DOLE® Red Onion ½ package (11.1 ounces) DOLE® Slawesome! Mango Sriracha Kit ¼ cup chopped cucumber 2 tablespoons chopped roasted unsalted peanuts DIRECTIONS PULSE cauliflower, in 2 batches, in a food processor 10 times or to rice-like consistency. Makes about 3 cups. WHISK eggs in a large bowl; stir in flour, seasoning, salt, and cauliflower until well combined. PREHEAT oven to 400°F. Line rimmed baking pan with parchment paper. With hands, shape cauliflower mixture into 12-inch circle (about ½-inch thick) on prepared pan. Bake crust 25 minutes or until edges start to brown. TOSS shrimp and curry paste in a small bowl; top crust with shrimp mixture, pineapple, and onion. Bake 10 minutes or until crust is golden brown. PREPARE ½ of the Slawesome! kit as package directs in a medium bowl (reserve remaining kit ingredients for another use). Top pizza with slaw, cucumber, and peanuts; cut into 8 pieces. Pro tip: Use remaining salad kit along with cooked shrimp or rotisserie chicken to make tacos or a Banh Mi-Style sandwich. Festive Dessert Pizza (V & LS) ©DOLE INGREDIENTS ½ cup dark chocolate chips, 70% cocoa 1 (8-inch) round whole-wheat flat bread 1 cup DOLE® Strawberries, hulled and sliced 1 cup DOLE Raspberries 1 cup DOLE Tropical Gold® Pineapple, peeled and diced 1 tablespoon sliced almonds, toasted (optional) DIRECTIONS PLACE chocolate chips in small bowl and set over a small pan of simmering water (do not let bottom of bowl touch water). Heat, stirring often, until the chocolate has melted. POUR melted chocolate over flat bread and spread evenly with an offset spatula or butter knife. SCATTER berries and pineapple over the chocolate-covered flat bread while chocolate is still warm. SPRINKLE almonds over fruit if desired, cut the pizza into four equal portions and serve while chocolate is still warm. Next, we’ll move onto soup, salad, and pasta. Winter Solstice Soup (V, VG & GF) ©DOLE INGREDIENTS 2 tablespoons olive oil plus additional for garnish (optional) 2 medium DOLE® White Onions, chopped 6 stalks DOLE® Celery, chopped 2 medium DOLE® Carrots, chopped 2 cups small DOLE® Cauliflower florets 1 large DOLE® Sweet Potato, peeled and chopped 1 medium celery root, chopped 7 cups unsalted vegetable stock ½ cup plus 2 tablespoons chopped hazelnuts 1 tablespoon brown or yellow mustard seeds (optional) 1½ teaspoons salt Fresh thyme leaves for garnish (optional) DIRECTIONS HEAT oil in a large sauce-pot over medium-high heat; add onions and cook 5 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally. Add celery, carrots and cauliflower; cook 10 minutes or until starting to brown, stirring occasionally. Add sweet potato, celery root and stock; heat to a simmer. Reduce heat to medium-low; cover and cook 45 minutes or until vegetables are very tender. TOAST hazelnuts in a small skillet over medium-low heat 3 minutes or until lightly browned and fragrant; add mustard seeds, if using, and cook 2 minutes or until mustard seeds start to pop, stirring frequently. PURÉE soup in batches in a blender on high 1 minute or until smooth; transfer back to sauce-pot and stir in salt. Makes about 10 cups. SERVE soup topped with hazelnut mixture garnished with oil and thyme, if desired. Pro tip: To freeze soup, cool puréed soup in sauce-pot in sink filled with ice water. Divide soup into freezer-safe containers and freeze up to 3 months. Thaw soup overnight in the refrigerator, cover and reheat on the stovetop (or in a microwave-safe dish in microwave oven on high) until internal temperature reaches 165°F. Prepare toasted hazelnut mixture before serving. Gluten-Free Veggie Pasta Bake (V & GF) ©DOLE INGREDIENTS Nonstick cooking spray 1 box (8 ounces) chickpea penne pasta 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 medium DOLE® Carrots, chopped 1 medium DOLE® Red Onion, chopped 1 small head DOLE® Cauliflower, cut into small florets 1½ packages (8 ounces each) DOLE® Mushrooms, sliced 1 package (6 ounces) DOLE® Baby Spinach 3 garlic cloves, minced 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning ½ teaspoon salt 2 cups low sodium marinara sauce ½ cup low-moisture part-skim mozzarella cheese ⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese DIRECTIONS PREHEAT oven to 375°F. Spray 13 x 9-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. Prepare pasta as label directs; drain and return to saucepot. HEAT oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add carrots, onion and cauliflower; cook 8 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally. Add mushrooms and spinach; cook 6 minutes or until mushrooms are tender and spinach wilts, stirring occasionally. Add garlic, seasoning and salt; cook 1 minute, stirring frequently. Stir in marinara; transfer to saucepot with pasta and toss. Makes about 12 cups. TRANSFER pasta mixture to prepared dish; sprinkle with cheeses and cover with foil. Bake pasta 20 minutes; remove foil. Bake 10 minutes or until cheese is golden brown. Pro Tip: To freeze pasta, proceed through step 3, but do not bake. Tightly wrap with a layer of plastic wrap then foil and freeze up to 3 months. Remove plastic wrap; bake pasta from frozen, covered with foil, at 375°F for 30 minutes. Uncover and bake 15 minutes or until cheese is golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F. Charred Sweet Potato, Chickpea & Bacon Caesar Salad ©DOLE INGREDIENTS 2 medium DOLE® Sweet Potatoes, peeled and cut lengthwise into wedges (about 1 pound) 1 tablespoon olive oil 3 tablespoons hemp hearts 1 package (10.2 ounces) DOLE® Chopped Bacon Caesar Kit 1 can (15.5 ounces) unsalted chickpeas, drained and rinsed 1 small DOLE® Red Onion, thinly sliced 1 DOLE® Lemon, cut into wedges DIRECTIONS PREHEAT oven to 450°F. Line a rimmed baking pan with parchment paper. Toss sweet potatoes and oil in a large bowl; spread on prepared pan. Roast potatoes 25 minutes or until lightly charred. TOAST hemp hearts in a small skillet over medium-low heat 5 minutes or until golden brown and fragrant, stirring occasionally. PREPARE Chopped Kit as package directs in a large bowl; fold in chickpeas, onion and sweet potatoes. Makes about 8 cups. SERVE salad garnished with hemp hearts and lemon wedges. And finally, we get to a smoothie and desserts! Right Note Smoothie (V, VG, LS & GF) ©DOLE INGREDIENTS 2 ripe DOLE® Bananas, peeled, cut crosswise into thirds and frozen 1½ cups unsweetened almond milk 1 cup chopped DOLE® Pineapple, frozen ½ cup DOLE® Baby Spinach ½ cup DOLE® Blueberries, frozen ⅓ cup DOLE® Blackberries plus additional for garnish (optional) ¼ cup old-fashioned rolled oats Fresh mint leaves for garnish (optional) DIRECTIONS PURÉE all ingredients in a blender on high until smooth; serve garnished with blueberries and mint, if desired. Makes about 5 cups. Pro Tip: Peel and freeze ripe bananas to have on hand for using in this recipe as well as other smoothies and baking. Spiced Pineapple Tarte Tatin (V & VG) ©DOLE INGREDIENTS ¼ cup vegan buttery spread stick ½ cup honey 1 DOLE® Tropical Gold® Pineapple, shell removed, cored, cut into chunks 1 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder 1 (9-inch) refrigerated pie crust Low-fat vanilla frozen yogurt (optional) DIRECTIONS PREHEAT oven to 400°F. MELT buttery spread and honey over medium heat in medium cast-iron skillet. Stir in pineapple chunks and increase temperature to medium-high, cook 3 minutes or until liquid is lightly golden and bubbly. Reduce heat to medium, continue cooking 2 more minutes. TOSS together pineapple with five-spice powder until evenly coated. Stir into skillet and cook for 1 minute or until heated through. Remove from heat; cool 10 minutes. COVER pineapple mixture with pie crust, tucking edges down into skillet. Cut two slits in center of the crust. BAKE 15 to 20 minutes or until crust is golden and cooked through. Let cool 10 minutes, then run a knife around edge of tart. Place serving plate over skillet and turn over. Serve with vanilla yogurt if desired. Vegan Chocolate-Banana Cream Tart (V, VG, LS & GF) ©DOLE INGREDIENTS Vegan nonstick cooking spray 1 cup pitted dates ½ cup dry roasted, unsalted pistachios ⅓ cup gluten free old-fashioned rolled oats ¼ teaspoon salt ½ (16-ounce) package silken tofu, drained and coarsely chopped 3 ripe DOLE® Bananas, peeled and coarsely chopped ½ cup vegan unsweetened cocoa powder 3 tablespoons powdered sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 tablespoon agar agar 3 tablespoons vegan dark chocolate chips Allergens: Tree Nuts, Soy DIRECTIONS SPRAY a 9-inch pie plate lightly with nonstick cooking spray. Pulse dates, pistachios, oats and salt in a food processor until small crumbs form; press into bottom and up sides of prepared pie plate. Wipe out food processor bowl. PURÉE tofu, bananas, cocoa powder, sugar and vanilla extract in the food processor until smooth; transfer to a large bowl. HEAT agar agar and ½ cup water to a simmer in a small saucepan over medium heat; simmer 3 minutes or until slightly thickened and agar agar is dissolved, whisking occasionally. Whisk agar agar mixture into tofu mixture; spread in prepared crust. Sprinkle tart with chocolate chips; freeze at least 2 hours or overnight. CUT tart into 8 slices. Pro Tips: An equal amount of gelatin can be substituted for the agar agar. Loaded Banana Bread (V) ©DOLE INGREDIENTS Nonstick cooking spray 1½ cups white whole wheat flour plus additional for dusting ½ cup coconut sugar 1¼ teaspoons baking powder ½ teaspoon baking soda ¼ teaspoon salt 2 large eggs 5 medium very ripe DOLE® Bananas, mashed ¼ cup almond milk yogurt alternative ¼ cup natural buttery spread with olive oil, melted and cooled slightly 1 teaspoon vanilla extract ¼ cup crushed pecans Allergens: Egg, Tree Nuts, Wheat DIRECTIONS PREHEAT oven to 350°F. Spray an 9 x 5-inch loaf pan with nonstick cooking spray; dust bottom and sides of pan with flour. WHISK flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt in a medium bowl. Whisk eggs in a large bowl; stir in bananas, yogurt, buttery spread and vanilla extract. Add flour mixture and stir just until combined; pour into prepared pan and sprinkle with pecans. Bake bread 1 hour 5 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out with a few crumbs and top is golden brown. COOL bread 10 minutes on a wire rack; run a small knife around edge of pan to loosen and remove bread from pan. Cool completely on wire rack; cut into 10 (¾-inch-thick) slices. Pro Tip: For a twist, replace 1 banana with 2/3 cup diced strawberries; fold into batter with bananas in step 2. WOW! That’s a whole bunch of recipes to help spice up your breakfast, snack time, lunch, or dinner. And you might even eat some healthy fruits and veggies along the way. We hope that these recipes give you a bit of cooking inspiration. Maybe that’ll be your spark?! We’ll keep an eye out for more fun recipes for you to try at home and let you know what we see. Click here to see a recipe for Princess inspired truffles! 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! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Will you be trying any of these recipes at home? Let us know in the comments. The post Disney Recipes: Make 12 Dishes Inspired by 'Soul' first appeared on the disney food blog. 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We just spent a lovely day traveling around Disney World’s Magic Kingdom resorts! Grand Floridian And we’ve got a ton of updates, so grab a cup of coffee or tea, curl up in your favorite chair, and let’s get started! Grand Floridian Food Updates Gasparilla Island Grill We started our day at Gasparilla Island Grill trying out a very special treat there — Perfectly Princess Strawberry Cream Puffs. These are three pastry puffs filled with strawberry cream filling and dipped in white chocolate that’s been colored pink. They’re topped with crispy candy pearls and heart-shaped sprinkles! Perfectly Princess Strawberry Cream Puffs But just because they look all Valentine’s Day doesn’t mean they’re going away any time soon — a Cast Member told us they would be sticking around. These super light and fluffy treats are $4.99 — and considering they’re shareable, that’s a pretty good deal! Read our review of the Perfectly Princess Strawberry Cream Puffs Grand Floridian Other Updates Monorail We were evacuated from the Monorail as both lines were down due to “technical difficulties.” So we ended up hopping on a bus to get from the Grand Floridian to Magic Kingdom. Eh…it happens sometimes. Monorail Closed However, a few hours later in the day, the Monorail was running smoothly again! Whew! See more photos of us being evacuated from the Monorail here. Polynesian Food Updates Barefoot Pool Bar We’ve been seeing a LOT of new costumes on Cast Members at the resorts! The Cast Members at the Barefoot Pool Bar also recently got a new vibrant red look! Barefoot Pool Bar Cast Member Costume This look has a very laid-back island vibe! See more photos of the Barefoot Pool Bar Cast Member costume Polynesian Merchandise Updates Boutiki Over at Boutiki, we spotted the Beauty and the Beast Enchanted Rose Snowglobe that features Beast’s Rose. If you’re a huge Beauty and the Beast fan, you can nab this souvenir for $69.99 Beauty and the Beast Snowglobe We also found the Tiki Room Card Holder that’s got us singing “In the Tiki Tiki Tiki Tiki Tiki Room.” Tiki Card Holder The card holder is $14.99. PSST: You Can Now Get Dole Whip in a Special Tiki Sipper at Magic Kingdom! Polynesian Construction Updates Pool Construction The pools are still in makeover-mode and still very much under construction. Polynesian pool construction This applies to the main pool and the kid’s pool. See How Moana Is ALREADY Taking Over Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Monorail Construction The monorail station is also still under construction. SO much construction going on here. But we can’t wait to see what it’s all going to look like when it’s done! Monorail station The new support beams are also now visible. PHOTOS: Monorail Station Demolished at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Contemporary Food Updates Sand Bar The Cast Members at the Sand Bar got the same casual outfit as those we saw at the Polynesian pool bar. Sand Bar Cast Member costumes Again, we’re digging that island vibe and the little details that just say “chill.” These Fan-Favorite Chips Are Now Available on Their Own at Disney’s Polynesian Resort! Contemporary Merchandise Updates BVG The Mary Blair-inspired Tervis Tumblers have been restocked! These tumblers feature our favorite couple, Mickey and Minnie, done up in Blair’s vibrant artwork style! These tumblers are $26.99 each. Tervis Mary Blair tumblers We also spotted a new Nike Contemporary Resort Dri-Fit Polo for $74.99. It’s got the Contemporary Resort logo on the left. Contemporary Resort Nike Dri-Fit Polo If you’re looking for a classic style Mickey Mouse V-Neck T-Shirt, look no further! These are available in a variety of colors for $29.99 each. Mickey Mouse T-Shirt We also spotted the Pizza Planet Sweatshirt for $52.99 that we’ve previously found at EPCOT. Pizza Planet Sweatshirt The Star Wars Sweatshirt is here, too! Star Wars Sweatshirt We’re feeling the retro Star Wars vibe of this one! It’s also $52.99. PHOTOS: We’re Going INSIDE Disney’s New Star Wars Store! Fantasia We turned up LOADS of new pins at Fantasia! First, check out this Pin Set that features the Fab Four in Robot form! WILD! The set is $27.99. This set is also available at Disney Springs! Robot Pin Set For those of you who are addicted to WandaVision (it’s us — we’re totally obsessed!), we found some new pins, including one shaped like a TV set with the show’s logo… WandaVision pin …and another featuring the S.W.O.R.D. logo. Both pins are $15.99 each. S.W.O.R.D. Pin The Disney Baby Plushes are so sweet. And we just discovered a new Jasmine Disney Baby Plush! Jasmine Disney Baby Plush The plush is $32.99 — we can imagine every little girl will want to hug her! If You Can’t Pick a Favorite Princess, Grab Disney’s NEW Jacket Wilderness Lodge Merchandise Updates Wilderness Lodge Mercantile The Mercantile store has been rearranged! The pins are now over by the wall, which gives guests a little more space to walk around. We approve! Wilderness Lodge Mercantile We also spotted the Snow White Autograph Book with Coloring Pages — this is the same book we saw last week at Magic Kingdom! Snow White autograph book The book is $19.99, and comes with its own markers — which we think is quite convenient! See more photos of this book here! Wilderness Lodge Other Updates Carpet There are new carpets on the ramp that leads from the lobby to Roaring Fork. New carpet The carpeting is also new in the refurbished rooms walkway. New carpet And if you look closely, there are Hidden Mickeys! Hidden Mickeys It’s those little details that make us love Disney that much more! NEWS: Wilderness Lodge Will Reopen in 2021 in Disney World! That’s it for our time at the Magic Kingdom resorts, but don’t you worry, because we’ll be back soon with even MORE updates! PHOTOS: New Lion King-inspired Costumes Debut at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge 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! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! 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 any of these resorts recently? Let us know in the comments! The post A Closed Monorail Made For An Interesting Day at Disney's Monorail Resorts Yesterday first appeared on the disney food blog. 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Hello from Magic Kingdom, DFB friends! Cinderella Castle We headed over to Disney World’s flagship park yesterday to check out what was new. We found some merchandise and construction updates that we’re sharing with you now. Let’s get started! Magic Kingdom Construction Updates Cinderella Castle There are still bushes in front of Cinderella Castle to hide the scrim that covers parts of the castle stage. Cinderella Castle We noticed the new addition a few days ago, and it looks like not much has changed! Behind the bushes, a lot of the stage railing is still concealed. Cinderella Castle We’re not sure what kind of construction is going on, but we’ll keep you posted as we learn more! Frontierland and Adventureland We also noticed that a wooden dam had been put in the water between the Frontierland and Adventureland bridges. Wooden Bridge It seems like there’s more mystery work happening around Magic Kingdom! We’ll let you know when we figure out what this new contraption’s doing here. Read More About the Cinderella Castle Construction Here! Magic Kingdom Merchandise Updates Frontier Trading Post We spotted some new pins in Frontier Trading Post! There’s a Roger Rabbit pin for $29.99… Roger Rabbit Pin …a Hades pin for $19.99… Hades Pin …and a Hunchback of Notre Dame pin, also for $19.99! All three of these new pins are limited edition, and we love their unique designs! We’ll keep an eye out for them anywhere else in the parks. ‘Hunchback of Notre Dame’ Pin We also saw some WandaVision Funko POPs! There were black and white figures of Wanda and Vision from the ’50s… ‘WandaVision’ Funko POPs! …and bright figures of them in their Halloween costumes! ‘WandaVision’ Funko POPs! We’re loving all of this new WandaVision merchandise. Keep it coming, Disney! Tomorrowland Light and Power Co Over at the Space Mountain gift shop, we found a limited release St. Patrick’s Day phone case! It features Mickey Mouse with shamrocks and lucky horseshoes. Phone Case Designs It can also be personalized — just add your name or other customization to the MaDe system! Phone Case Designs And to keep the St. Patty’s Day fun going, we found a matching magnet. It was also in Hollywood Studios today! St. Patrick’s Day Magnet The magnet is $14.99. Memento Mori Next, we headed over to Memento Mori to highlight some Haunted Mansion must-haves. Ghoulish options include a tee for $39.99 advertising the mansion’s vacancy… Haunted Mansion Shirt …and a super bright men’s shirt with a Haunted Mansion pattern. We see Madame Leota, the Hitchhiking Ghosts, a Doom Buggy, and more! This shirt is $85. Haunted Mansion Shirt Lastly, we found a plush purple throw blanket with the Haunted Mansion’s classic wallpaper. Haunted Mansion Blanket It costs $59.99. Check Out More NEW Disney Pins! That’s all for today! We’ll keep an eye on that construction and keep you posted with more Disney news and updates. Stay tuned to DFB! Read More About Magic Kingdom’s Construction! 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! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. When’s your next trip to Magic Kingdom? Let us know in the comments! The post WOW. There's Lots of Random Construction in Magic Kingdom first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: What’s New at Magic Kingdom: Liberty Square Market Reopens, Character Encounters, and More What’s New in Magic Kingdom: Lots of Pet Tees, Up Pins, and Store Closures What’s New at Magic Kingdom: PeopleMover Testing, Lots of nuiMOs Outfits, and Dog Toys View the full article

Did you know that Peter Pan’s Flight is in 5 different Disney parks? Peter Pan’s Flight It’s true! The attraction was one of the first revealed for Disneyland Resort in California back in 1955, and it has since made its way over to Walt Disney World, Tokyo Disneyland, Shanghai Disneyland, AND Disneyland Paris! It’s one pretty popular ride! And, now you can hop on a flying pirate galleon and take flight without having to leave home. Disneyland Paris is taking you on a virtual ride through Peter Pan’s Flight and sharing some little-known facts about the attraction in their latest video! Unlike Wendy, you don’t have to leave your bed to catch all the views of the city and head to Neverland! ©Disney If you’re left wanting to ride more Disney attractions virtually, you can check out quite a few others like Slinky Dog Dash, Pixar Pier’s Incredicoaster, and more! Not only is it fun to fasten your virtual seatbelt and ride through some of your favorite attractions, you even learn some behind-the-scenes secrets about Disney. Stay tuned for more Disney news and updates! VIDEO: Enjoy 1 HOUR Alone in Disneyland Paris 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! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! 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 your favorite Disney ride? Let us know in the comments! The post VIDEO: Take a Virtual Ride on Peter Pan's Flight in Disneyland Paris! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: NEWS! The Disneyland Paris Princess Run Has Officially Been Canceled Always Wanted to Visit Disneyland Paris? Now You Can Watch Their Shows and Parades From HOME! Now You Can Watch a Disneyland Paris Parade From Home! View the full article

We’ve still got SO many questions about WandaVision. But, while we wait for answers to our questions, at least we can enjoy some awesome WandaVision goodies. ©Disney | Marvel Studios You can snag Wanda and Vision’s wedding rings online, get some cool shirts, or even go behind the scenes with the actors. And if you’re looking to bring a bit of Westview into your Starbucks order we tried a custom order today in Magic Kingdom that you’ve GOT to check out! We’ve tried the Olaf Frappuccino, the Maleficent secret menu frappuccino, and other Starbucks hacks. But, now it’s time for something new (and old? We’ve lost track of what time period our sitcom is situated in right now). Totally the Bomb created a WandaVision frappuccino with mocha syrup, raspberry syrup, and all kinds of other deliciousness. So, we HAD to give it a try! The black/brown and red colors in the frap are meant to look like the static of an old TV, much like what’s seen in the show. Want to give it a try? Here’s how you can order the frappuccino yourself: Grande Vanilla Bean Frappuccino 1 pump white mocha syrup 1 pump raspberry syrup Whipped cream on the bottom of the cup with strawberry puree and mocha drizzle AND whipped cream on the top with a chocolate drizzle WandaVision Frappuccino Just like how we’ve been surprised with just how much more AWESOME WandaVision gets with every episode, we were really surprised by just how delicious this drink was. Basically, this frappuccino is a chocolate, strawberry, raspberry milkshake. And it was GREAT! WandaVision Frappuccino And, coming in at $6.87 in terms of cost, it’s a custom order that we feel is actually worth it. WandaVision Frappuccino This is obviously going to depend on your barista, but we would have loved to have seen more of the strawberry and chocolate drizzle inside the cup just to give it a cooler effect. But taste-wise it was perfection. WandaVision Frappuccino We think kids and adults alike would really enjoy this drink, particularly if they’re milkshake fans. But, if you’re actually looking for coffee (either in terms of flavor or caffeine), this is not the drink for you. WandaVision Frappuccino What custom Starbucks drink should we taste next? If you’ve got a cool Disney, Marvel, or Star Wars creation of your own, let us know in the comments! We’ll keep an eye out for more cool snack hacks and let you know what you should try. Click here to see our A+ Nutella waffle snack hack 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! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! 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 drink? Let us know in the comments below if it’s something you would order. The post WandaVision Fans: Here's Your Next Starbucks Order first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: REVIEW: A New Ingredient Makes These Disney World Limited Time Fries Even HOTTER! The Mickey Celebration Donut Has MOVED in Magic Kingdom! Review: Magic Kingdom’s NEW Cherry and Pistachio Frozen Hot Chocolate Float! View the full article

DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. We love showing you all our weird Disney shopping finds. Mickey and Minnie We’ve found slightly terrifying character face mugs and a VERY terrifying Stitch plush. But now we’re back with more! We spotted a Mickey shirt online that’s just a little concerning. In the Mickey Mouse and Friends Smoothies T-Shirt, Mickey and his pals have all turned into smoothies! Come on, Disney — what is it with you turning Disney characters into food? First you melt droids into frosty treats and now you’re throwing the Fab Five in a blender? ©BoxLunch Mickey’s ears are literal lemon slices, and just look at poor Donald. His face is melting off! We feel like we need to jump in there and toss him back in the freezer. His beak is about to liquefy! His hat is slouched over as it slides off! Someone help him! We don’t know whether to laugh or cry when we look at him. ©BoxLunch And how is the smoothie just magically rearranged into the shape of Goofy’s hat?! We he have SO many questions. But hey, at least this tee’s a fun summery color! If you want to grab it for yourself (and walk around with half-melted Disney characters all day), it’s on sale from $28.90 to $24.56. Click Here to Buy the Mickey and Friends Smoothie T-Shirt! This shirt also kinda reminds of us character sushi pins we’ve spotted this week. At least they were more cute and less creepy! We’ll keep an eye out for more unique Disney merchandise and let you know when we find it! As always, stay tuned to DFB. Check Out the New Mickey Shirt Collection in Disney World! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! 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 shirt? Let us know in the comments! The post Is This Disney Shirt Creepy? Cute? You Tell Me. first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: These Disney Shirts Are Buy 1, Get 1 HALF OFF Online! Is Your Favorite Disney Attraction on This Tee? 5 HUGE Cyber Monday Disney Deals That Are Worth Every Penny! View the full article

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Attention: a classic TV show is on its way to Disney+! ©Disney We’ve keeping a close eye on Disney+ news here at DFB! We’ve brought you a list of everything coming to the streaming service in March, and we’ve been sure to share the latest trailers for up-and-coming originals like Raya and the Last Dragon and The Falcon and the Winter Soldier. But we may have to find a way to clear some room in our binge-watching schedule, because The Golden Girls is coming to Disney+! This is BIG news. According to Disney EMEA President Jan Koeppen, “Coming this summer, you will have every season of The Golden Girls, every ever episode.” That’s 180 episodes over 7 seasons! Disney+ Screenshot ©Disney We don’t have an official date for The Golden Girls’ Disney+ debut, but according to Koeppen, we can hope to curl up with our popcorn this summer. ©Disney | Disney+ Movie Gallery The comedy series currently lives on Hulu, but we can’t wait to follow Dorothy, Rose, Blanche, and Sophia’s adventures on Disney+. Stay tuned to DFB for even more Disney news and updates! Here’s EVERYTHING Coming to Disney+ Next Month! 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! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you going to watch The Golden Girls on Disney+? Let us know in the comments! The post EVERY Episode of ‘The Golden Girls’ to Stream on Disney+ This Year! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: News: Release Date for ‘The Mighty Ducks: Game Changers’ on Disney+ Revealed! ALL the NEW Content Coming to Disney+ Through January 26th! Here’s EVERYTHING Coming to Disney+ in November! View the full article

Disney has been doing some spring cleaning in their closet and updating TONS of Disney Cast Member costumes around Walt Disney World! Uzima Springs Pool Bar Recently, we spotted new costumes at Disney’s Pop Century Resort, Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, Disney’s Contemporary Resort, Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort, Disney’s Old Key West, and at the Boardwalk Bakery. PHEW! That’s a lot to keep track of! Are you picking up a theme here? Well, Disney is still keeping us on our toes and we found ANOTHER updated Cast Member look at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge. Over at the Maji Pool Bar, Cast Members added a new piece to their ensemble — an apron! And, it’s not any average apron. It’s got animals crawling all over it. The colors are reminiscent of the African sunset with warm orange and yellow colors. Animal Kingdom Lodge Pool Bar Cast Member Costumes If you look closer at the design on the apron, you’ll notice that they are the characters from Disney’s The Lion King in their Broadway-looking form. There are also all kinds of animal footprints on there so you can spend your afternoon sipping on a cocktail guessing which animal made what footprint! Animal Kingdom Lodge Pool Bar Cast Member Costumes The new apron is a welcome addition and it’s fun to have more theming throughout the resorts! Stay tuned to DFB because we’re still on the lookout for more new Cast Member costumes! These Disney Cast Member Costumes Got a Monorail Makeover! 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! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! 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 has been your favorite Cast Member costume makeover this year? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTOS: New Lion King-Inspired Costumes Debut at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: These Disney Cast Member Costumes Got a Monorail Makeover! What to EAT at Disney World’s Animal Kingdom Lodge! PHOTOS: Check Out These Festive Disney World Hotel Holiday Pins! View the full article

Through #TheWishEffect series, we’ve met unforgettable Make-A-Wish kids such as ABC’s black-ish superfan Julius, aspiring Disney animator TJ, and road tripper Tali. With today being Random Act of Kindness Day, I’m excited to introduce you to Winter, and the unexpected kindness of a Disney cast member that sparked her wish – granted by Disney and Make-A-Wish in 2018.http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/1YOBx_OrUhw View the full article

Planning on taking a Disney cruise next year? ©Disney All Disney Cruise Line departures have been officially canceled through April and are, as of now, unavailable to book in May. But Disney’s already looking ahead to next year! Dates for some special themed cruises in 2022 have just been released, so let’s take a look. Star Wars Day at Sea and Marvel Day at Sea returned to the Disney Cruise Line in early 2020, and they’ll be back again in 2022! These days offer an opportunity to meet characters, enjoy live shows, and try themed food and beverages. ©Disney Here are the dates for the 2022 cruises that include Star Wars or Marvel Day at Sea! Star Wars Day at Sea 7-Night Eastern Caribbean Cruise from Port Canaveral Sails to Tortola, British Virgin Islands; St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands; Disney Castaway Cay Price for 2 guests starting from $3,465 Available dates: January 8th-15th or January 22nd-29th, 2022 ©Disney 7-Night Eastern Caribbean Cruise from Port Canaveral Sails to Philipsburg, St. Maarten; San Juan, Puerto Rico; Disney Castaway Cay Price for 2 guests starting from $3,488 Available dates: January 15th-22nd, 2022 7-Night Western Caribbean Cruise from Port Canaveral Sails to Cozumel, Mexico; George Town, Grand Cayman; Falmouth, Jamaica; Disney Castaway Cay Price for 2 guests starting from $3,498 Available dates: January 29th-February 5th, 2022 All Star Wars Day at Sea cruises are on the Disney Fantasy. ©Disney Marvel Day at Sea 5-Night Western Caribbean Cruise from Miami Sails to George Town; Grand Cayman; Disney Castaway Cay Price for 2 guests starting from $2,153 Available dates: January 22nd-27th, 2022 5-Night Bahamian Cruise from Miami Sails to Key West, Florida; Disney Castaway Cay; Nassau, Bahamas Price for 2 guests starting from $2,168 Available dates: January 17th-22nd or January 31st-February 5th, 2022 Marvel Day at Sea 5-Night Western Caribbean Cruise from Miami Sails to Disney Castaway Cay; Cozumel, Mexico Price for 2 guests starting from $2,247 Available dates: January 8th-13th, 2022 All Marvel Day at Sea cruises are on the Disney Magic. ©Disney These prices all include taxes, fees, and port expenses. If you want to book one of these cruises, reservations are now available online! As always, stay tuned to DFB for more Disney news and updates. Here’s an Important Update on Disney Cruise Line Ground Transportation! Our favorite people over at Small World Vacations are ready to help you save time, headaches, and best of all, money, when you book your Disney trip or cruise. Their agents compare current offers to find the best deal for you -- they've literally saved their guests millions of dollars since 1996. Plus, their services are 100% FREE FOR YOU! (They're DFB's recommended travel agency, and you can see why here!) So book that trip now, then sit back and enjoy planning your Disney World Trip with a DFB-approved expert! Click here for a no obligation price quote today, and let them know DFB sent you http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/customemailexample.jpg 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! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you planning on taking a Disney cruise? Let us know in the comments! The post 2022 Marvel and Star Wars Day at Sea Dates Announced for Disney Cruise Line first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: NEWS: Disney Cruise Line Cancels Sailings Through April Star Wars Day at Sea and Marvel Day at Sea Return to Disney Cruise Line in 2020 Heroes Unite! Marvel Day At Sea Will Return To Disney Cruise Line in 2021! View the full article

Welcome back to Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Disney’s Hollywood Studios We took a quick trip around the park yesterday to check out some new merchandise and gather any other updates for you. Here’s what we found! Hollywood Studios Merchandise Updates The Dark Room We’ve already heard about some St. Patrick’s Day celebrations going down in Disney Springs, but now the parks are gearing up, too! We found a St. Patrick’s Day magnet on Hollywood Blvd featuring Mickey and Minnie. St. Patrick’s Day Magnet This magnet is $14.99! It sure gets us in the St. Patty’s Day spirit. Celebrity 5 & 10 We spotted some of the new character face mugs, too! We’ve seen these in Downtown Disney and out and about around Disney World. Marie, the Cheshire Cat, and Stitch were all chilling with half their faces in Celebrity 5 & 10. Character Mugs We still can’t decide if these mugs are cute or creepy. Either way, they’re $14.99 apiece! Character Mugs We also saw a new Beauty and the Beast window display at Celebrity 5 & 10. Celebrity 5 & 10 It features the Disney’s new Beauty and the Beast home collection, which is now available online! Legends of Hollywood In Legends of Hollywood, we found two new Alex and Ani bracelets. One features Minnie Mouse and is $49.99… Alex and Ani Bracelet …while the other is all about Pegasus from Hercules and costs $44.99! Alex and Ani Bracelet Both new bracelets are a great way to accessorize with a tiny touch of Disney. Check Out This Toy Story Jewelry! Hollywood Studios Additional Updates In Galaxy’s Edge, we noticed the relaxation station was being used as the line for The Market. Galaxy’s Edge The relaxation station has been moved over to the Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular, as the show remains unavailable. These designated areas around the parks give guests a spot to take a break from wearing their masks. Relaxation Station Sign And as we headed out of the park, we spotted the Mickey Cavalcade! But something was different: Mickey’s car was missing. Mickey Cavalcade This happens from time to time — we’re sure he’ll be back in his sweet ride before we know it! It looked like he had a lot of fun walking with Pluto and the rest of the gang. Check Out These Disney Character Interactions! That’s all for our trip to Hollywood Studios! We hope you enjoyed your little tour around the park. As always, we’ll be back with more Disney news and updates. Stay tuned to DFB! Here’s 9 Things You Can’t Miss in Hollywood Studios! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! 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 Hollywood Studios soon? Let us know in the comments! The post We STILL Don’t Know What to Think of Disney’s Creepy Character Mugs first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: What’s New in Hollywood Studios: Toy Story Jewelry and a Droid Sprite Cart What’s New in Hollywood Studios: Floral Minnie Ears and Mickey Water Art What’s New in Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Massive Crowds, RARE Character Sightings, and Twisted Spirit Jerseys! View the full article