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Welcome back, DFB friends! We’re here with another What’s New at Disney’s Animal Kingdom! DinoLand USA And, we’ve got plenty of updates to share with you! So, what are you waiting for? Let’s dive right on in! Disney’s Animal Kingdom Food Update Anandapur Ice Cream Truck Valentine’s Day is only two weeks away and there are SO MANY treats and specials coming to Disney World! Before the holiday arrives, you can snag the Strawberry Soft-Serve Waffle Cone for $4.99. Strawberry Soft Serve We’ve seen this for Mother’s Day in the past, but we’re glad to see it again! Review! One of Our ALL-TIME Favorite Sweet Treats is Back in Disney World Disney’s Animal Kingdom Merchandise Update Riverside Depot Wedding days are some of the happiest moments of all time in the Disney Parks! And, now that Disney Weddings have returned across property with new health measures, you can start planning your special day with the Wedding Merchandise Collection at Riverside Depot. Wedding Collection Celebrate your wedding party with the Wedding Tumblers for $19.99 meant for the Bride… Wedding Tumbler …and Bridesmaids… Wedding Tumbler …also known as “Team Happily Ever After” who help make those special days all the more magical! Wedding Tumbler The Bride and Groom to be can also sip on their coffee during the big day out of the Wedding Mugs… Wedding Mugs …for “Mr.” and “Mrs.” for $14.99 each! Wedding Mugs On top of your fabulous cake, you can channel your inner Disney Princess or Prince with the Castle Cake Topper for $69.99… Wedding Cake Topper …before serving it to your guests with the Wedding Serving Set for $44.99. Wedding Serving Set Whenever you conduct toasts or wrap up the reception, you can all celebrate the Bride and Groom with the Wedding Toasting Glasses for $29.99. Wedding Toasting Glasses We are VERY fun at weddings, so you know where to find us if you need some extra guests! Take a full look at the Disney Wedding collection here! Also at the Riverside Depot, we spotted the returning Na’vi Disney Babies that look as cuddly as ever… Na’vi Disney Baby …and the Direhorse Disney Baby for the sweetest dynamic duo! Direhorse Disney Baby There’s even the Na’vi Wishable on the shelves that looks like the Shaman from Avatar Flight of Passage. Na’vi Wishable Riverside Depot is featuring Disney luggage tags that are similar to the lanyards we have seen across the parks recently with designs like Minnie Mouse, the Haunted Mansion… Disney Luggage Tags …the Little Mermaid, and more! Disney Luggage Tags Each luggage tag is $20. See photos of the matching lanyards in Disney World Bhaktapur Market As we made our way around Disney’s Animal Kingdom, our hearts were so full of joy seeing all the adorable Squishmallows snuggled up at the Bhaktapur Market! Squishmellows How can you resist taking home this soft, fluffy cutie?? Squishmellows Several people were obsessed with these things while we were there, so they may not be there long! PHOTOS! Check Out Remy’s Adventures Around the World in EPCOT! Disney’s Animal Kingdom Crowd Update The crowds through Disney’s Animal Kingdom were a bit quieter than usual as guests made their way around the park to their favorite attractions and restaurants. DinoLand USA Now that Disney World has started to come down from its peak time at the beginning of the year, the amount of people in Disney’s Animal Kingdom has fluctuated… Animal Kingdom Crowds …with wait times as small as 30 minutes at popular rides like Expedition Everest at busiest times of the day. Expedition Everest The wait times recently have been surprisingly low, even for the two very popular attractions in Pandora! Wait Time in Disney World Significantly DROPPED This Week! Well, that’s all for this What’s New at Disney’s Animal Kingdom! We’ll catch you next time for more updates. And, if you have any questions about your upcoming Disney vacation, let us know so we can help you find the answers! Here’s what’s new 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’s Animal Kingdom? Let us know in the comments below! The post What's New at Disney's Animal Kingdom: A Wedding Collection and Valentine's Day Treats! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: What’s New at Animal Kingdom: Flight of Passage Loading EVERY Bike and Large Crowds What’s New at Disney’s Animal Kingdom: Annual Passholder Merch, an ‘Up’ MagicBand, and MORE! What’s New at Animal Kingdom: An ‘Up’ Photo-Op and Gummi Centipedes! View the full article

Like many of you, we can’t get enough social media, especially when it comes to documenting and following ALL things Disney! Thunder Mountain Since we’re ALWAYS looking for more ways to highlight our time in Disney World and Disneyland, we’ve jumped aboard the TikTok bandwagon! Follow along! If you already follow us on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, or YouTube, you know how much we LOVE discovering new ways to share our Disney love with y’all! If we could revive MySpace, we totally would… . Remy Plush’s Adventures Or we could just join TikTok! Brace for donut action shots and whimsical adventures. @disneyfoodblog ©TikTok For any TikTok newbies out there, it’s a social media platform that allows users to upload videos with different slides, text, music, gifs, and guides. @disneyfoodblog ©TikTok So for Disney purposes, it’s PERFECT for showcasing Nutella-filled donuts… Clearly, any social media platform with the power to launch a Ratatouille musical into reality is a platform you want to follow. Follow us on TikTok here! This Disney Ratatouille TikTok rap is what the world needs right now Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! 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 obsessed with TikTok? Let us know in the comments! The post Do You Love Food Videos, Pro-Tips, and Disney Parks? Follow DFB on TikTok! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: NEWS! You HAVE to See the New Addition Remy’s Been Cooking Up in Epcot! Looking For a New Way to Entertain the Kiddos? Disney Stars Are Posting Story Times on Social Media! Say “Bonjour!” to the NEW Ratatouille MagicBand We Found in Disney World! View the full article

It’s very important to stay hydrated! Drinkware And it’s obvious Disney thinks so, too, because we are always finding a variety of new Disney drinkware like mugs, canteens, and tumblers both at the parks and online! Today, we found even more, and they all feature Mickey Mouse! Remember those cool Retro Walt Disney World Mugs we found? Well, we found that same design on a water bottle! This bottle is $22.99 and features that vintage font style that reminds us of old-school Disney World! Plus it matches the spirit jersey and Crocs, too! Retro Walt Disney World Water Bottle The pastel craze continues with this Pink and Blue Geometric-Patterned Tumbler! It’s got a sweet little Minnie bow on top, along with a graphic of Mickey ears with “Hello” on it. Hello Tumbler The back has the Walt Disney World logo in silver. You can get it now for $22.99. Hello Tumbler Take your water AND Mickey with you wherever you go with this Mickey Mouse Water Bottle that features Mickey in sunset colors with palm trees — so VERY Florida! This water bottle is $34.99. Mickey Mouse Water Bottle This Mickey Balloons Tumbler is covered in colorful Mickey balloons with one on top! Mickey Balloons Tumbler The back has the Walt Disney World logo on it. You can grab this tumbler for $22.99. Mickey Balloon Tumbler It’s usually the “Best Day Ever” when you’re at Disney World, and now there’s a Water Bottle that says just that! This red bottle is $34.99. We’ve seen this Best Day Ever design on several other bottles and tumblers, but now it’s available in red! We love the little Mickey ears as punctuation. Best Day Ever Water Bottle We previously spotted some of this drinkware at Downtown Disney at Disneyland Resort, but we found these on the East Coast at the Emporium at Magic Kingdom! And if we spot any other cool merchandise, we’ll be sure to let you know! Two NEW Tumblers Featuring the Original Disney Couple Are Available Online! 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. Do you have any Disney drinkware? Let us know in the comments! The post NEW Drinkware at Disney World is All About Mickey! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: 5 NEW Retro-Lookin’ Sweatshirts Just Arrived in Disney World! New Donald Duck and Nightmare Before Christmas Pet Tees Have Arrived in Disney World Time For a VOTE! Which Of These Three NEW Disney Ornaments Would You Choose? View the full article

The sweetest holiday of the year is coming up quick, and you KNOW we’ve been pre-gaming with Minnie Mouse Ears and ALL the Red Velvet treats! Red Velvet Cake But since we can’t just eat cake pops and chocolate bars all day long, we’ve been scoping out Disney World restaurants for Valentine’s Day dinners and specials, and lucky for us, Disney Springs is comin’ in HOT with a slew of sweet and savory specials for the holiday! Valentine’s Day is all about date nights and sweet treats, two things that Disney is PERFECT for. Disney Springs, in particular, is always a good go-to for holidays — the foodie mecca is FILLED with fun restaurants, bakeries, and bars that really know how to get into the spirit and celebrate in delicious style! And Valentine’s Day is certainly no exception. Valentine’s Display Here are ALL the restaurants in Disney Springs with Valentine’s Day specials this year! Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew Rise and shine and celebrate Valentine’s Day in the AM with heart-shaped donuts with sweet cream and heart-shaped sprinkles! Everglazed This swoon-worthy snack is available February 12th-14th. Ghirardelli Ice Cream & Soda Fountain Nothing says “I love you” like sharing an ice cream sundae with your special someone. Even better? Sharing TWO sundaes together! Nacho Sundae Ghirardelli is offering “buy one, get one” half off on ALL sundaes from February 5th through February 14th! Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea If lattes are your love language, then you’re gonna want to snag a couple Fairytale Love Lattes from Joffrey’s! Fairytale Love Latte This V-Day special is made with espresso, dark chocolate sauce, milk, caramel, and coconut syrup. This one came to the parks early, and of course we had to try it! Read our review of the Fairytale Love Latte Morimoto Asia Looking to splurge? Treat your valentine to a SUPER special chef’s tasting dinner at Morimoto Asia! Morimoto Asia It’s a tad pricier than a latte, but worth it for what’s sure to be an epic gourmet multi-course feast in one of the restaurant’s private — and romantic — rooms. These dinners can be booked on February 14th for 6 PM or 8:30 PM. Get ALL the details on Morimoto Asia’s Valentine’s Day tasting menu here! Paddlefish Seafood is always a special treat, and a GREAT way to spend Valentine’s Day with a loved one! Paddlefish is going seafood-crazy for the holiday with its Chef’s Special Seafood Boil for Two, with Maine Lobster, Key West Shrimp, Cedar Key Littlenecks, Corn Bread, Red Potatoes, and Sweet Corn for $89 per couple. Paddlefish Disney Springs You can add a bottle of Cava for an extra $30, and the dinner is available on February 14th! Planet Hollywood Keep it classic with a three-course prix fixe menu at Planet Hollywood, available February 12th through February 14th. The all-American restaurant is offering your choice of House or Caesar Salad, Roasted Prime Rib or Grouper, and New York Cheesecake with Strawberry Sauce, all for just $34.95! Planet Hollywood Add a glass of Champagne for $6, or level up with the whole bottle for $18! Jaleo by José Andrés Just because you can’t whisk your beau away to Spain right now doesn’t mean you can’t pretend! And with a special Valentine’s Day dinner at Jaleo, you’ll come pretty darn close. Jaleo Reopening The Chef’s Tasting Experience For Two promises to be a glorious feast, with menu additions like seared scallops, fried shrimp, pork canelones with béchamel sauce, and berry soup with cheese ice cream! It’s available February 14th for $95 per person. STK As with pretty much every holiday or special occasion, this stylish steakhouse is going BIG for Valentine’s Day, with a whole weekend of specials on the docket! Dine-in specials are on the menu from February 12th through February 14th and include Love Potion Cocktails, Seafood Platters for Two, and a 28 oz Porterhouse Surf & Turf! STK Orlando STK is also doing a “Surf, Turf, & Vine Takeout Special,” which is made to serve two, and include two 8 oz Filets & Grilled Prawns paired with a bottle of select white or red wine, and Chocolate Lava Marshmallow Cake, all for $139! Pre-orders can select pickup dates from February 12th through February 14th. Read more about all of STK’s Valentine’s Day specials here! Terralina Crafted Italian Okay so you won’t be sharing spaghetti in a romantic cobblestone alleyway, a la Lady and the Tramp, but the Spicy Shrimp Scampi at Terralina Crafted Italian comes close! Terralina Crafted Italian The pasta is part of a special prix fixe menu on Valentine’s Day, which also includes Braised Bone-In Short Rib with wild mushroom and fennel risotto, and tiramisu, all for $90 per couple. You can add a bottle of Villa Sparina Rosé for $30, too! Honestly, it all sounds even BETTER than Lady and the Tramp spaghetti! The Edison With its steampunk-chic, live entertainment, and elegant cocktails, The Edison is always a PRIME spot for date night, and Valentine’s Day is no exception. The Edison Especially when you consider that the bar will be serving up holiday specials like filets, New York strip steaks, Red Velvet Cheesecake, and “Clothesline Chocolate Covered Candied Bacon,” all from February 12th through February 14th. Sprinkles Did we mention how much we love Red Velvet? Get your fix with Sprinkles’ Valentine’s Day special, a Red Velvet Cupcake with cream cheese frosting and Luck in Love sprinkles by Fancy Sprinkles! Valentines Red Velvet Cupcake ©Sprinkles It’s available February 1st through February 14th, and the bakery is also offering its classic Raspberry Chocolate Chip Cookie Cupcake the entire month of February! Here’s what’s baking in Sprinkles in February! YeSake This Japanese spot is always shaking things up with fun boba drinks and buns! Inspired by Valentine’s Day, they’re offering Chocolate Cherry Boba Tea with heart-shaped sprinkles and chocolate chips! YeSake This sweet sipper is on deck all month long. Vivoli il Gelato Since one can never have too much dessert on Valentine’s Day, be sure and stop by Vivoli il Gelato for their famous Love Potion! The fan favorite is making a comeback, made with vanilla gelato, Fanta Strawberry, whipped cream, sugar rock candy, and sprinkles, and it’s available through February 18th! Vivoli il Gelato So there you have it! Whether you’re craving Shrimp Scampi, heart-shaped donuts, prime rib, or ALL the sprinkles, Disney has your Valentine’s Day plans covered! Here’s a FULL list of Disney’s Valentine’s treats this year! 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 idea of a dream Valentine’s Day date in Disney World? Let us know in the comments! The post ALL the Restaurants in Disney Springs With Valentine’s Day Specials! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: What’s New in Disney Springs! August 10, 2018 Find Out Which Disney World Restaurants Will Participate in Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining Month in 2019! What’s New at Disney Springs — Personalized Ornaments, The Little Mermaid Merch, And ALL The Arendelle Aqua Treats! View the full article

The wait times have continued to drop and drop since the holiday season ended. Tree of Life Carvings And this week, almost every single average wait time went DOWN. It may be the end of January, but these wait times seem so low! Today, we’re going to take a look at the average wait times in ALL four parks! Magic Kingdom Despite having decreased by 9 minutes since last week, Seven Dwarfs Mine Train had the longest wait in Magic Kingdom and in all of Disney World with 48 minutes. It’s surprising anytime we see this average under an hour, let alone 48 minutes! Seven Dwarfs Mine Train Other thrill rides in Magic Kingdom had pretty low waits. Space Mountain had an average wait time of 22 minutes, Splash Mountain averaging 31 minutes, and Big Thunder Mountain Railroad averaged 33 minutes. Thunder Mountain Space Mountain was lower than several other attraction including “it’s a small world” at 25 minutes, Prince Charming Regal Carrousel and Astro Orbiter at 27 minutes, Jungle Cruise at 28 minutes, and Pirates of the Caribbean at 30 minutes. Pirates of the Caribbean Other average waits in the same range include Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin and Peter Pan’s Flight at 21 minutes. Peter Pan’s Flight With waits in the teens, we saw The Magic Carpets of Aladdin at 11 minutes, Haunted Mansion and The Barnstormer at 12 minutes, Under the Sea — Journey of the Little Mermaid at 14 minutes, The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh at 16 minutes, and Mickey’s PhilarMagic at 17 minutes. Magic Carpets of Aladdin Other attractions with seriously short wait times include , Tomorrowland Speedway at 10 minutes, Country Bear Jamboree at 3 minutes, and Carousel of Progress at 6 minutes, Dumbo the Flying Elephant at 9 minutes, and Mad Tea Party at 8 minutes. Country Bear Jamboree Just like the previous weeks, there were a handful of attractions with zero minute wait times, including Swiss Family Robinson Treehouse, Hall of Presidents, and Enchanted Tiki Room. Swiss Family Robinson Treehouse View The wait times in Magic Kingdom went down quite a bit! This is the time to be at Disney World if you like to be away from the crowds! Here’s what’s new at Magic Kingdom EPCOT Last week, Test Track has the highest wait time in the park at 49 minutes, which is LOWER than this week’s highest time in all of Disney World! But, Test Track still has the longest wait in EPCOT this week at 40 minutes. This attraction also went down by 9 minutes! Test Track Other popular attractions didn’t have much of a wait like Soarin‘ with a 20-minute wait, Frozen After Ever with a 20-minute wait, and Mission: SPACE with a 17-minute wait. Mission Space The rest of EPCOT saw super short average wait times, including Spaceship Earth at 12 minutes, Journey Into Imagination with Figment and the Seas with Nemo & Friends at 8 minutes, Gran Fiesta Tour at 7 minutes, and Living with the Land at 6 minutes. Find the Hidden Figments at EPCOT’s Festival of the Arts! Just like last week, all of the films in EPCOT had a zero minute wait, which includes Disney and Pixar Short Film Festival, Beauty and the Beast Sing-Along, Awesome Planet, Impressions de France, and Reflections of China. American Adventure also had no wait! Disney and Pixar Short Film Festival These wait times have also significantly dropped this week! This could be due to lack of crowds and the Festival of the Arts. The festivals tend to draw crowds away from attractions and towards to festival booths and activities. Some Gran Fiesta Tour Animatronics are Missing AGAIN Disney’s Hollywood Studios For the second week in a row, wait times have broke the norm that the longest wait time in Disney World belongs to an attraction in Disney’s Hollywood Studios! The longest wait time in this park, however, is Slinky Dog Dash at 45 minutes. Twilight Zone Tower of Terror stayed fairly close behind at 41 minutes. Tower of Terror Other longer average wait times include the Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run and Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway at 33 minutes. Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge In the 20s range, Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster at a low 24 minutes, Star Tours averaged 23 minutes, Muppet*Vision 3D averaged 22 minutes, and Toy Story Mania and Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy averaged 20 minutes. Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Alien Swirling Saucers saw an average wait time of 18 minutes making it the lowest wait time in the park. Keep in mind that Rise of the Resistance is not included in these numbers due to its virtual queue. Check out what’s new in Disney’s Hollywood Studios Disney’s Animal Kingdom Both attractions in Pandora — the Land of Avatar continued to have fairly short wait times compared to usual! Flight of Passage averaged 29 minutes (which means it went down 10 minutes this week), and Na’vi River Journey averaged 38 minutes, making it the longest wait time in the park. Pandora All average wait times were pretty low throughout the park. Dinosaur averaged 18 minutes, Kilimanjaro Safaris had an average wait time of 12 minutes, and It’s Tough to Be a Bug and Expedition Everest averaged 13 minutes. Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park Triceratop Spin had the shortest wait time in the park of 5 minutes. Kali River Rapids is currently under refurbishment. Triceratop Spin This week’s average wait times have stayed very low! Now that holiday crowds have been gone for many weeks, the wait times have tanked. We hope this look at average wait times helps those of you prepping for a Disney trip soon! Stay tuned to DFB, and check for our weekly wait times next week! Check out Disney World’s Park Hours and Park Pass Availability for this week 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 to visit Disney World soon? Let us know in the comments! The post Wait Times in Disney World Significantly DROPPED This Week! first appeared on the disney food blog. 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If Disney’s BoardWalk is your favorite Resort, we found the perfect tumbler for you! BoardWalk Resort Disney’s BoardWalk is home to plenty of great offerings, from delicious snacks to fun activities. And we spotted the perfect piece of merch to help you show your love for this Resort! On our most recent visit to the Resort, we spotted this adorable BoardWalk Tervis Tumbler! BoardWalk Tumbler The tumbler features the Fab Five riding a surrey bike through the Resort while they enjoy some of its offerings — Goofy is snacking on a slice of pizza, and Minnie has an ice cream cone in-hand! Boardwalk Tumbler The back of the tumbler has is patterned with mint green and black stripes in line with the Resort’s aesthetics. BoardWalk Tumbler We spotted this tumbler at the BoardWalk Resort for $26.99. A piece of merch that reps our love of the BoardWalk, pizza, AND ice cream?? We’re here for it! PICS! Disney Fixes Major Typo on the BoardWalk Inn’s New Pool Slide 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 stayed at Disney’s BoardWalk Inn Resort? Share your experience in the comments! The post This Tumbler is Perfect for Fans of Disney World's BoardWalk Resort! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: What’s New at Disney’s BoardWalk, Yacht, and Beach Club Resorts: Easter Treats, a Lavender Spirit Jersey, and Adorable Minnie Hula Outfits! Review! The New Mandarin Kiss Drink Packs A Tangy Punch in Disney World! What’s New at Disney’s BoardWalk Inn and Beach Club: Menu Updates and CHOCOLATE MICKEY WAFFLES! View the full article

It’s been a while since guests have been able to experience a Disney Cruise as Disney continues to cancel sailings. Castaway Cay But in the meantime, the global pandemic continues to not only delay the return of cruises, but it’s changing the way we’ll cruise when they do return. In its latest update, the CDC announced that face masks will be required on all cruise ships. Lately though, Disney — and other cruise ships — has continued to cancel its sailings and restrict the length of its voyages. Disney Cruise Line The latest order from the CDC, which goes into effect February 1st, requires people to wear face masks while on public transportation in the U.S., and while at transportation hubs. Face Mask Sign In CDC terms, the first section of the order says “Persons must wear masks over the mouth and nose when traveling on conveyances into and within the United States. Persons must also wear masks at transportation hubs as defined in this Order.” This includes a wide array of transportation, like busses, trains, vessels, and other conveyances used for travel. Monorail Station Dividers We’ll keep an eye out for more information about Disney Cruise Line and orders from the CDC. NEWS: Disney Cruise Line Itineraries Announced for Spring 2022 Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Are you ready to go on a Disney Cruise again? Let us know in the comments! The post NEWS: CDC to Require Face Masks on Cruises and Other Transportation first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: NEWS: CDC’s No-Sail Order To Expire and New Requirements Announced NEWS: Disney Cruise Line Cancels Sailings Through March 2021 News: Disney Cruise Line Is Canceling Sailings Through Early November View the full article

Hello, DFB Friends! STK Orlando We’ve been busy trying a few new snacks at Disney World, including a peanut butter cannoli, Irish coffee, and morning cocktails! But it’s also been a pretty quiet week around the parks, and we only have a few restaurant menu updates for you from this past week! So let’s get to it! Resorts The Mara Back in December, The Mara at Disney’s Animal Kingdom reopened, but only temporarily. Although it was supposed to close again in early January, it’s still open for breakfast. So yay! And two new canned morning cocktails have just been added to its menu: Blue Marble Bloody Mary 200 ml Can – Ultra-premium Vodka, All-natural Tomato Juice, and a dash of Spice for $10 Blue Marble Mojito 200 ml Can – Ultra-premium Rum, all-natural Lime Juice, and all-natural Mint for $10 The Mara Although we’re not sure how long The Mara will remain open for breakfast, it’s good to have that option over at Animal Kingdom Lodge. NEWS: The Mara is Reopening For a Limited Time in Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Disney Springs STK Orlando There were a LOT of updates to the menu at STK Orlando at Disney Springs this week! The Lounge Menu got an overhaul. The following items were removed: Chopped Caesar Salad Ceviche Tostada Cheddar Grit Croquets Truffle Fries However, these new items were added: Crispy Calamari for $8 Olive Tapenade and Hummus for $5 Beef Tartare for $7 Tater Tots for $5 Jalapeño Pickled Shrimp Cocktail for $8 Jalapeño-Cheddar Grit Croquettes for $7 Beef Tartare for $7 Grilled Chimi Filet for $7 Tuna Tartare Taco for $8 Crispy Calamari for $8 STK Lounge Menu The following items were changed on the Brunch Menu: Cinnamon Monkey Bread has been replaced with Cinnamon French Toast on brioche with berries, cream cheese icing, and maple syrup for $21 The Baby Gem Caesar Salad now comes with manchego cheese instead of parmesan, lemon black pepper emulsion, and herb croutons for $20. The Blue Iceberg Salad increased in price from $16 to $19 The Buratta Salad has increased in price from $20 to $23 and now comes with marinated beetroot (rather than roasted), as well as pickled red onions and basil oil crunchy sourdough, instead of shallots and olive oil. STK Brunch Salads Menu The Raw Bar Menu has seen some price increases: Oysters on a Half Shell have increased from $21 to $24 (half dozen), and from $42 to $48 for a dozen Alaskan King Crab now comes with dijon, cocktail sauce, and lemon and has increased from $28 to $32 Bigeye Tuna Tartare with Hass avocado, taro chips, soy-honey emulsion increased from $22 to $26 Crispy Rock Shrimp Other entree changes include the Seafood Platter, which is now called the Shellfish Platter for the Table. This has also increased in price from $23 to 24. The Hot Chicken and Waffle increased from $23 to 24. Here are the price increases on the a la carte part of the menu: Filet 10 oz. from $57 to $61 Filet 6 oz. from $46 to $48 NY Strip 14 oz. from $54 to $61 Dry-Aged Delmonico 14 oz. $74 to $78 STK 10-ounce filet Here are the changes for the Brunch Entrees: Smoked Pork Belly Eggs Benedict has increased in price from $20 to $25. Nutella-Stuffed Hawaiian Sweet Bread French Toast is no longer available Linz Angus Brunch Burger is no longer available Egg White Fritatta has been changed to an Egg White Omelet with roasted pepper relish, caramelized onions, avocado, sauteed spinach, mushrooms, Emmental cheese, and baby greens for $23 Avocado Toast now includes smashed avocado, cilantro, grilled sourdough bread, poached eggs, jalapeño, extra virgin olive oil, and toasted pumpkin seeds for $24 STK Orlando The Ready to Make Dinner Packages are also now included on the restaurant’s menu. These can serve either 2 or 4 people. The package includes cryo sealed steak filets with rub and a recipe card, STK Bold Sauce, Mac and Cheese, and Asparagus. The 2-person meal is $59.95 and the 4-person meal is $99.95. STK Brunch Entrees Menu The following changes were made to the Sides Menu: Sauteed Green Beans is no longer available Roasted Cauliflower is no longer Tator Tots have been added for $16 Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes has been added for $16 Sweet Corn Pudding has been added for $16 Parmesan Truffle Fries, Jalapeño Cheddar Grits, and Asparagus have increased in price from $15 to $16 Sweet Corn Pudding But what about Brunch Drinks? Well, we saw some changes there, too: Mimosa is now called the Bottoms up Mimosa – all you can drink Mimosas for $30 (must order entree) Bottoms Up Bloody Mary – all you can drink Bloody Mary for $30 (must order entree) STK Orlando But we’re not done yet! Because the Lunch Menu got a makeover, too! Burrata Salad is no longer available Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad is no longer available Quinoa and Hearts of Palm Salad is no longer available Baby Gem Caesar Salad has the same changes as on the Brunch Menu Oysters are no longer available Alaskan King Crab is now only available as a topping Ceviche, Wagyu Meatball, Lobster Club, BLTA, Blackened Bison Burger, Linz Angus Burger, Spiced Tuna Bowl, and STK Salad are also no longer available. STK Orlando sign on Second Story Terrace However, the following has been added to the Lunch Menu: Maple Rub Ora King Salmon with pickled cherry tomatoes and piquillo broccolini olive dressing for $45 Free-Range Chicken with butternut squash purée with grilled asparagus and roasted king oyster mushroom for $43 Grilled Chicken Breast Sandwich with bacon, lettuce, tomato, white cheddar, and ranch dressing for $20. You can have it melted, or not! Crispy Shrimp Po’ Boy with southern fried shrimp, tomatoes, iceberg lettuce, avocado, and spicy remoulade sauce for $27 Wagyu Burger & Fries with a 7 oz beef patty, American cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, special sauce, and fries for $15. You can add grilled onions ($3), avocado ($3.50), egg ($3), and bacon ($3) Buttermilk Fried Chicken Thigh with honey bbq sauce, coleslaw, and homemade pickles for $19 STK Frites includes an 8-oz ribeye, fries, and choice of sauce for $29 Meatball Hot Wrap with red onion, red pepper tapenade, chili flakes, chipotle ketchup, and cheddar cheese for $25 STK Orlando The steaks have seen the same price increase as on the brunch menu, along with the following changes and additions: Cowgirl Ribeye has increased in price from $75 to $80. Dry-Aged Bone-In Sirloin 18 oz. has been added for $81 Surf & Turf with 8 oz. Filet & 2 Grilled Prawns has been added for $59. The sides for the Lunch Menu are the same as the Brunch Menu, with the following additions: Bacon for $19 Lobster for $29 Mac & Cheese Trio for $39 Mac and Cheese at STK Orlando Finally, the Desserts Menu has added: Bag o’ Donuts with cinnamon sugar, dulce de leche, raspberry, and chocolate for $12 Chocolate Cake for $12 Apple Pie for $12 Cheesecake for $12 Warm Chocolate Chip Cookie for $12 Bag o Donuts So maybe there were a LOT of changes after all, but just for one restaurant. As always, we’re keeping our eye on all the menu updates, and we’ll let you know what we find! Stay tuned to DFB for next week’s updates! Tons of New Entrees Have Hit the Menu at STK 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. Are there any new menu items you’ve been wanting to try at Disney World? Let us know in the comments! The post TONS of New Entrees for This Week's Disney World Menu Updates! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: 4 Awesome Disney Springs DEALS You Should Know About Before It Reopens! What’s New at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge — Lion King Merchandise, Menu Changes, and MORE! Mystery Solved! Don’t Worry — Disney World’s Zebra Domes Aren’t Changed! But This Version Has a Fun Secret! View the full article

One of the temporary closures in Magic Kingdom has now come to an end! Liberty Square Market From the PeopleMover to the Hall of Presidents, a handful of places in the Magic Kingdom are currently closed for refurbishment. Liberty Square Market closed for refurbishment on January 11th. And after being closed for nearly three weeks, Liberty Square Market has now reopened! Liberty Square Market This Counter Service spot in Magic Kingdom serves up a variety of grab-and-go snacks, including some healthier options. Liberty Square Market Guests will find options including fresh fruit and veggies… Fresh Fruit …prepackaged snacks… Snacks at Liberty Square Market …bottled beverages… Bottled Beverages …and some Disney Parks classics like Mickey Pretzels and Turkey Legs! Mickey Pretzels Here’s a peek at the menu from the newly reopened Liberty Square Market! Menu at Liberty Square Market We’ll continue to keep an eye out for updates to the refurbishment schedules of the other locations around Disney World that are temporarily closed, so stay tuned for all of the latest info! EVERY Disney World Ride, Hotel, Restaurant, and Pool That Will Be CLOSED for Refurb This Week 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 go-to snack from Liberty Square Market? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTOS: Liberty Square Market Is Now Reopened in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: FINALLY! The New Seating Area is Open in Liberty Square in Magic Kingdom! EMERGENCY! 2319 Cone Lands at Auntie Gravity’s Galactic Goodies! Is It Time For Pumpkin Spice, Yet? This Kiosk in Magic Kingdom Says YES! View the full article

February is a special month, and not just because of Valentine’s Day! B.B. Wolf’s Sausage Co. It’s also the month that brings us Mardi Gras! And we’ve already seen a few Mardi Gras-themed snacks, including some Mardi Gras Beignets at Disneyland Resort and a Bananas Foster Cupcake coming to Disney Springs! So in the spirit of Mardi Gras, B.B. Wolf’s Sausage Co. at Disney Springs is introducing the Mardi Gras Smoked Crawdog. It’s made with Smoked Andouille Sausage topped with Crawfish, Lemon Caper Aioli, and Creole Pepper Sauce. Oh, yeah. Mardi Gras Smoked Crawdog ©B.B. Wolf’s This special dog will be available starting tomorrow, February 1st, for a limited time. BB Wolf’s So grab it while you can and, as they say in New Orleans, Laissez Les Bons Temps Rouler (Let The Good Times Roll)! And we’ll let you know if we find out about other Mardi Gras snacks at Disney World! Review: We’d Eat a BUCKET of This Cannoli Filling 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. How are you celebrating Mardi Gras this year? Let us know in the comments! The post Get a Crawfish Hot Dog for Mardi Gras in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Here’s What’s Baking in February At Sprinkles in Disney Springs! Let the Good Times Roll at Fat Saturdays This Mardi Gras Season in Disney Springs! NEWS! Refillable Popcorn Buckets Are BACK at Disney Springs! View the full article

We’ve seen some pretty interesting secret menu items in Disney World. Hot Diggity Dogs And we’ve seen some WILD combinations of things, including loaded fries with flaming hot cheese dust, a Cinnamon Bun Burger, and a trio of tacky-looking sweets! But perhaps the most out-there secret menu item we’ve ever experienced is from the Hot Diggity Dogs Food Truck at Disney Springs. It’s called the King Dog and we learned about it via TikTok. When we ordered it, we had to use the secret phrase: “Hot Dog, Hot Dog, Hot Diggity Dog!” like something out of Mission: Impossible! And then we got something that looked like this: King Dog As you can tell, a whole lot is going on with this dog! And here’s what it is: an All-Beef Hot Dog in a French Toast Batter Dipped and Cereal-Crusted Bun, topped with a Spicy Peanut Butter Spread, Banana Honey Mustard, Chipotle-Berry Preserves, and pieces of Billionaires Bacon. WHEW!!! King Dog Now, though, the secret is out — the King Dog is on the menu at the food truck. So you don’t have to sneak around speaking secret codes to get it. When we tried it, we thought it was almost a breakfast item with everything going on with it. Also, it really is A LOT. So if you want to try out this outrageous hot dog for yourself, you can! It’s $11.75 and comes with chips and a choice of drink. And we’ll keep an eye out for any other out of this world concoctions at Disney World, too! REVIEW! We Tried MORE Donuts and Breakfast Sammies at Everglazed in Disney Springs 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 tried the King Dog? We’d love to hear what you thought about it in the comments! The post This Over-the-Top Hot Dog Is No Longer a Secret at Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Review: This INSANE Hot Dog Is Either Your Dream or Your Nightmare in Disney World What’s New in Disney Springs — $500 Anna Capes, Peppermint Margaritas, and Mandalorian MERCH! NEWS! Refillable Popcorn Buckets Are BACK at Disney Springs! View the full article

EPCOT’s International Flower and Garden Festival is just around the corner! EPCOT Monorail, April 2020 We’ve been THRIVING off of all of the entertainment, gardens, topiaries, and outdoor kitchen updates coming from Disney! We’re happy to see A LOT of our favorites will be returning to the festival this year — and even some NEW gardens and outdoor kitchens! But, we can’t help but notice the things that are missing from the festival lists. Between concerts, booths, and maybe even some exclusive tours, there’s a thing or two that didn’t make the cut for the 2021 Flower and Garden Festival…so far. Garden Rocks Concert Series Garden Rocks is the series of free concerts that typically comes to EPCOT during the Flower and Garden Festival. Performances take place at the American Gardens Theater in the American Adventure Pavilion and feature a long list of popular bands from the last few decades. Every year, we would read the list and hope that our visits line up with our favorite bands so we could stand in line early with all the other fans. 2019 Rock out at the Garden Rocks concerts! But, this year, it does not look like the Garden Rocks Concert Series will not be returning to the Flower and Garden Festival. Instead, the Voices of Liberty and Mariachi Cobre will alternate shows on the stage throughout the day. And, two other musical performances — the Jammin’ Gardeners and a Pianist — will bring tunes to your day around the park. This decision is in line with other Disney concert cancellations, such as the Eat to the Eat Concert Series during the Food and Wine Festival. Check out ALL the Entertainment Announced for the 2021 Flower and Garden Festival! Florida Fresh Booth With the release of all the Outdoor Kitchens coming to the festival this year, we learned of one that will not be making a return. The popular Florida Fresh booth didn’t make the cut this year. Looks like we won’t be able to grab their Shrimp and Grits this year (unless served elsewhere)…womp, womp. 2020 Florida Fresh Booth This booth has been a staple at the Flower and Garden Festival for YEARS. They traditionally served up fresh Florida favorites with dishes like Carne Guisada with Black Bean Cake and Cilantro Lime Sour Cream and Spicy Blacked Shrimp and Cheddar Cheese Grits. The dessert option was usually some sort of Key Lime Tart and their beverages made with fresh Watermelon Juice were a popular refreshing drink. We’re sad to see it go! Here are ALL the Food Booths Coming to the 2021 Flower and Garden Festival! Additional Location: Block & Hans Block & Hans Craft Beer Kiosk is a permanent location in The American Adventure Pavilion but often joins in of the special offering during festival seasons. They serve up a rotating selection of brews from several areas around the country and even have a Mickey Pretzel to pair. But, this year it doesn’t look like the kiosk will be adding any festival items to their menu since it wasn’t listed as an additional locations when booths were released. Block & Hans Last year, Block & Hans served up two sweet drinks, including a ~spiked~ Arendelle Aqua Lemonade. Looks like we’ll have to turn to another booth to get our sugar fix at the Flower and Garden Festival this year. Garden Tours (not been confirmed for 2021) It wouldn’t be the Flower and Garden Festival without flower arrangements and a walk through a garden or two. And, while we know that 20 gardens will be returning to the festival this year, we haven’t heard whether the garden tours will be offered again. Royal Tea Garden Tour The Royal Tea Garden Tour is one of two tours that takes place in the United Kingdom Pavilion. Tea connoisseurs gather for about 30-minutes to learn about the plants and blooms that go into making the Twinings Tea. And, the tour caps off with a tasting of scones and tea! Royal Tea Garden Tour Disney hasn’t shared any information about whether the tour will be offered this year, so stay tuned to DFB for all the updates! Here are ALL 20 Gardens Coming to the Festival This Year! English Tea Garden Tour The second tour that has historically been offered at the United Kingdom Pavilion is the English Tea Garden Tour. The complementary tour takes guests around the garden to learn more about how their favorite cuppa tea is made. 2018 English Tea Garden Tour In the past, tours have been offered twice a day, but we’re not sure if this will continue this year. But, you can bet we’ll be keeping an eye out for updates! Check Out ALL of the Topiaries Announced for the 2021 Flower and Garden Festival! Well, there you have it. While we’re going to deeply miss a lot of these festival favorites, we’re excited to see all that will be replacing them! As always, stay tuned to DFB for the latest EPCOT fest updates! Check out ALL the Details on the 2021 EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival! Click HERE To See All The Updated Details For Epcot's 2021 Flower and Garden Festival! Ready to Plan for Your 2021 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival Trip? Preorder the DFB Guide to the 2021 Epcot Flower & Garden Festival e-Book today! This 200+-page guide to the Festival offers insider tips and advice as well as all of the details you need to know to plan your best Festival visit ever. Your purchase includes several bonus items as well -- including a full daily schedule of events at the Festival and a printable Outdoor Kitchens Booth Menu Checklist to carry with you as you Eat around the World! Preorder your 2021 edition today! Don't miss a moment of the fun! Use code SPRING at check-out for a $2 off the cover price! Did all of your favorites make the cut? Let us know in the comments! The post Everything You're NOT Going to See At EPCOT's 2021 Flower and Garden Festival first appeared on the disney food blog. 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So much of a great Disney World vacation comes down to planning. This means knowing where you want to stay, how long to go and, for many, where you want to EAT! Booking those Advance Dining Reservations to score the restaurants on your wish list is a crucial part of many guests’ planning. Cinderella Castle You may be aware, however, that there are some Table Service restaurants that are tricker to snag reservations for than others! To make sure you’re prepared to tackle your upcoming Disney World vacation like a pro, we’re sharing the dining locations that will be the HARDEST to grab a reservation for in 2021! Restaurants That Are Currently Open Cinderella’s Royal Table — Magic Kingdom Our first restaurant should come as no surprise to those of you who have experienced attempting to book an Advance Dining Reservation here in the past. Cinderella’s Royal Table in Magic Kingdom is as much of a quintessential dining experience in Disney World as it is a notoriously difficult reservation to book. Inside Cinderella’s Royal Table Cinderella’s Royal Table is a tough reservation to grab for several reasons: dining IN Cinderella Castle is at the top of many Disney fans’ bucket lists, not to mention you could (prior to the reopening) knock out meeting several Disney Princesses in one sitting. This restaurant is also on the smaller side, so there aren’t many tables (and reservations) to go around. Cinderella Despite its continued popularity, current reopening guidelines have resulted in a modified experience that you need to be aware of if this restaurant is a must-do. As of this writing, Cinderella is the only Princess currently greeting guests from afar. We hope we may see the other Princesses return at a later time, but be mindful that while this is still a hard (and pricey) dinner to get a reservation for, it will continue to be a modified character dining experience different than what you may be used to. Click here to read our review of our most recent visit to Cinderella’s Royal Table! Be Our Guest Restaurant — Magic Kingdom Ever since Be Our Guest Restaurant opened its doors for the first time in 2012, this Signature Table Service Restaurant has been one of the most popular restaurants in Disney World. Be Our Guest Restaurant in Magic Kingdom Like Cinderella’s Royal Table, getting to dine in the Beast’s Castle is at the top of seemingly everyone’s must-do list. The atmosphere alone is a huge draw to this restaurant, and the food is pretty decent, too. You have a chance to dine IN the famous scene from Beauty and the Beast. Pretty cool. One really unique (and still tough to snag a reservation) option here before the closures was that breakfast and lunch were considered fast-food meals — meaning the prices were much more affordable. Grand Ballroom Whether Be Our Guest Restaurant is offering Quick Service Breakfast and Lunch or the Prix-Fixe Signature Lunch and Dinner service, this dining location continues to be a difficult spot to grab a reservation. When your 60 Day Advance Dining Reservation window opens up, be ready to grab this one first! Click here to read our review of our most recent visit to Be Our Guest Restaurant! Le Cellier — EPCOT For many years, Le Cellier was one of the toughest reservations to grab in not only EPCOT, but across Disney World. Tucked within the Canada Pavilion in World Showcase, this steakhouse is a long-standing must-do for many guests, though in recent years we’ve seen the exceedingly high demand wane a bit. Le Cellier in Walt Disney World’s EPCOT This spot used to be a slam-dunk if you were on the Disney Dining Plan. Originally, lunch and dinner were single table-service credit meals, meaning you got a REALLY good quality signature-style meal without shelling out 2 credits for a signature restaurant. Back in those days, it was like finding a golden ticket to get a spot at Le Cellier. In 2011, dinner was hiked up to 2-credits, followed by lunch shifting to 2-credits in 2013. It’s still popular and often booked up (the food is good!) but no where near as hot as it was back then. The biggest reason why it’s still tricky to grab a reservation here is size. Le Cellier is a teeny tiny restaurant with not that much seating. So even with less demand, it still fills up relatively fast. Le Cellier Steakhouse So, we still wouldn’t rely on Le Cellier having walk-up availability the day you want to dine here, but gone are the days where you needed to make sure to book this spot FIRST. Don’t sleep on grabbing a reservation, though — you can almost guarantee it’ll fill up. Click here to read our review of our most recent visit to Le Cellier! California Grill — Disney’s Contemporary Resort Like Le Cellier, the beloved California Grill at Disney’s Contemporary Resort has consistently been a popular restaurant, and therefore a harder reservation to grab. You may find reservation times available closer to your actual vacation, but it may not be at the most optimal time for eating dinner (we’ve seen 9PM or later dinner reservations pop up from time to time closer to the date). California Grill Why is California Grill still so popular? On top of their great menu, the big selling point is the view. Sitting high up at the top of the Contemporary’s main building, the restaurant boasts sweeping views of Magic Kingdom, which means prime seating for their nightly fireworks spectacular (when the fireworks are going on, that is). View from California Grill You’d think the firework viewing would be THE reason to eat here, but, even after reopening with NO fireworks to view each night, this spot is still often booked solid! The food and service keeps people coming back. Oak-fired Filet of Beef from California Grill Keep in mind that if you can’t grab a reservation to dine at California Grill, you could still try your luck at the California Grill Lounge. Seating here is first come, first serve, but you can order off of their full menu. View from California Grill The best part is that regardless of the time of day you eat, you can return later in the evening with your receipt and have access to California Grill’s outdoor observation deck to watch the fireworks. You know…once they’re back. Click here to read our review of our most recent visit to California Grill! Oga’s Cantina — Disney’s Hollywood Studios Ever since Oga’s Cantina opened as part of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, demand for Advance Dining Reservations has been consistently high. As of this writing, you will more than likely be required to have a reservation if you want to enter and experience Oga’s Cantina, although walk-ups are allowed from time to time when there is room. (In our experience recently though, get that ressie. This spot is POPULAR.) Oga’s Cantina Since Disney World reopened, physical distancing has made an already difficult reservation to grab even MORE difficult. On top of being popular, this location is teeny tiny. This means that if you are planning on visiting Galaxy’s Edge and you want Oga’s Cantina to be a part of your visit, be sure to get your Advance Dining Reservation as early as you can. Jedi Mind Trick Remember that even with an Advance Dining Reservation, you may be limited to Standing Room. Oga’s Cantina is full of standing tables and only a couple of booths (there are no bar stools at the bar either!), and your party may be shown to one of those tables or to the bar. Since reopening, capacity has been so greatly reduced here that you don’t get that “sardine in a can” feeling like you used to. The downside is it means the location can only accommodate a few guests at a time. Oga’s Cantina In addition, we recommend that you get something to eat prior to visiting Oga’s Cantina — don’t assume that this will be your lunch or dinner for the day! The food menu at Oga’s is extremely limited to only hit-or-miss bar snacks, and you may need some more sustenance in your stomach before you tackle those Fuzzy Tauntauns and Jedi Mind Tricks. Click here for the top Disney World Restaurants that we’ve experienced since the resort’s reopening! Restaurants That Have Yet to Open (or Reopen!) Let’s move on now to a few restaurants that are actually not CURRENTLY available to book an Advance Dining Reservation, but once they are, you’ll want to move FAST. Space 220 — EPCOT At the top of this list is, of course, the long-awaited Space 220 in EPCOT. As of this writing, it is STILL unknown when it will open (remember back when we thought it would open in 2019?). Space 220 Concept Art ©Disney Once an opening IS announced and reservations are available, EVERYONE will likely want to check out the newest Table Service restaurant to arrive in Disney World. It’s the first sit down restaurant in Future World in…well…a LONG time, but the theming promises to be something totally unique! Space 220 Concept Art ©Disney Guests board an elevator that will simulate a rocket launch in order to reach their destination. From there, they get to dine 220 miles “above” Earth, and massive screens surround the restaurant with views of outer space. ©Disney via IAAPA Expo 2020 Presentation There aren’t many known details regarding Space 220’s menu, but right now we know that it will include internationally-inspired cuisine with an extensive drink selection. In fact, Space 220 will feature more than 1,000 bottles of the world’s finest wines and a wide selection of craft beer. Space 220 Cocktails Space 220 is promising to be a dining experience unlike anything we’ve seen before in Disney World, so be prepared to experience difficulty acquiring a reservation here for some time after it opens. Our fingers are crossed as tight they can be in the hopes that this restaurant ACTUALLY opens in this calendar year. Click here to see the construction walls coming DOWN around the entrance to Space 220! Roundup Rodeo BBQ — Disney’s Hollywood Studios Another restaurant that doesn’t have a lot of “known knowns” at this time is Roundup Rodeo BBQ in Toy Story Land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. This restaurant was originally slated to open in 2020 but has obviously faced a few setbacks thanks to the park closures. Rodeo Roundup BBQ Concept Art ©Disney Table Service restaurants are sparse in Hollywood Studios so this spot is welcomed in Toy Story Land. Not only is it a new sit-down dining location, but it will be heavily themed to match the toy-sized landscape of Toy Story Land, meaning this will likely be really cool to spot to eat in. Expect reservations to fill up quickly once this family-friendly restaurant announces an opening! Click here to read a list of upcoming Disney World projects that have been delayed this year. La Crêperie de Paris — EPCOT The France Pavilion expansion in World Showcase will bring more than just Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure. We’re also anxiously awaiting the grand opening of La Crêperie de Paris, the newest hybrid Table Service AND Counter Service dining location! Creperie Concept Art ©Disney What we know so far is that La Crêperie de Paris will open sometime in 2021, and will feature a menu by Jérôme Bocuse, the mind behind the menus at Chefs de France and Monsieur Paul, also in the France Pavilion. Crêpes à Emporter It will be interesting to see if La Crêperie de Paris’ Counter Service location has any impact on the demand for reservations at their Table Service location. The eatery was a big focus of Imagineers in designing Remy’s neighboring ride, so we hope it lives up to their hype! Only time will tell! Click here for a look at the outdoor structure surrounding La Crêperie de Paris! ‘Ohana — Disney’s Polynesian Resort One of the existing dining locations that has yet to reopen is ‘Ohana at Disney’s Polynesian Resort. The hotel is going through an extensive refurbishment ahead of its summer 2021 reopening, keeping several other services shuttered for the time being, including Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto. ‘Ohana Character Breakfast When it does reopen, we expect ‘Ohana to continue to be a tough reservation to get. Prior to the closures, the popular breakfast here featured Mickey, Pluto, Lilo, and Stitch. Depending on when it reopens, it’s possible its breakfast service could become a modified character dining experience like we’ve seen at restaurants like Garden Grill, Cinderella’s Royal Table, and Chef Mickey’s. Still, between the awesome food and the close proximity to Magic Kingdom, ‘Ohana could still be a tough reservation to grab even with a modified character experience. Mickey at ‘Ohana’s character breakfast! It’s not just breakfast that guests love, either! Dinner is served all-you-care-to-eat and stars some of our ALL TIME favorite foods like teriyaki noodles, grilled meats, and ‘Ohana’s amazing, perfect, incredible Bananas Foster Bread Pudding. ‘Ohana Bread Pudding. (Stop Licking the Screen Plz!) Keep in mind that currently, the Disney Vacation Club Villas at the resort have reopened, along with several other dining locations at the Polynesian, including Kona Cafe and Tambu Lounge. So there are options to get your Poly fix (along with some dishes like Bread Pudding!) while we wait for ‘Ohana to reopen. Check out our most recent review of breakfast at ‘Ohana here! Victoria & Albert’s — Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Finally, if you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to dine at Victoria & Albert’s at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, the first thing to know is that you must book your reservations ASAP (once they’re available again, that is). When it comes to limited seating, Victoria & Albert’s reigns supreme: their Queen Victoria’s Room can only accommodate eight guests across four tables, and their singular Chef’s Table has only one seating for one party per evening! Queen Victoria Room at Victoria & Albert’s at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort The food is next level here. We’re talking the finest of fine dining not just in Disney World, but in the country. If you’ve got some cash to spare and a BIG appetite, this is a phenomenal experience. Maple Glazed Manchester Qual with Chestnut Gnocchi If you’re hoping to get a dining reservation when Victoria & Albert’s reopens, be sure to check online or call (Advance Dining Reservations at Victoria & Albert’s cannot be made online) either (407) WDW-DVNA or 407-939-3862 the morning of your 60-day Advance Dining Reservation window opening up. Click here to read our thoughts on whether or not Victoria & Albert’s Chef’s Table experience is worth the $350 price tag! We hope this list can help you prepare to tackle your Disney World Dining Reservations like a champ! With limited park capacity still in place as of this writing, you may find that booking your reservations is ever-so-slightly-easier than it normally is. HOWEVER, we still recommend you book the dining reservations you want ASAP in order to make sure you’re A) dining at the restaurants you want, and B) at the time of day that you want. The Beast greeting guests at Be Our Guest Restaurant And if you don’t get your desired dining reservations right away, don’t fret! Folks are still changing their vacation plans often and we’ve seen reservations open up all the time! Just be sure to triple check the restaurant you want to dine at regularly ahead of your vacation to see if or when any reservations become available. Click here to check out our list of Disney World’s most MISUNDERSTOOD Table Service Restaurants! 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 go-to Table Service Restaurant that you always grab an Advance Dining Reservation for on EVERY one of your Disney World vacations? Give your favorites a shout-out in the comments! The post These Will Be the Hardest Disney World Dining Reservations to Get in 2021 first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: These Will Be The HARDEST Reservations To Get In Disney World in 2020 Is It REALLY Harder to Get a Dining Reservation in Disney World Right Now? The Most Popular Disney World Restaurants (and Alternatives When They’re Full) View the full article

It’s the end of January but love is definitely already in the air at Disney Springs. This is my husband and I’s first Valentine’s Day as a married couple and I’ve already started looking for fun gifts and ways to celebrate. (We’ve recently been having fun with wine and cheese pairings so I see a visit to Wine Bar George in our future!) Usually, we love to go out and try a new restaurant or experience that’s been on our bucket list, but sometimes we also just spoil each other with gifts and some of our favorite things. There’s no wrong way to celebrate….whether you love to go all out and enjoy an indulgent meal for two or you’re planning a “Galentine’s Day” with shopping and sweet treats, the possibilities for a perfect Valentine’s Day are endless at Disney Springs.http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/LPAFkviGCKc View the full article

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We took a trip around the monorail to see the latest updates! Grand Floridian We visited Disney’s Contemporary Resort, Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, and Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort. We’ve got several updates for you, so let’s dive in! Disney’s Contemporary Resort Contemporary Merchandise Update Attention pin collectors! Over in Fantasia in Disney’s Contemporary Resort, we found a few new Star Wars Her Universe Pins! The first we found is the Princess Leia Pin that reminds you she was a “self-rescuing princess.” Princess Leia Pin The next pin set is perfect to give to your best friend. It’s the Best Friends Droid Pins, and they are two for the price of one! Best Friends Droid Pins There are many creatures in the Star Wars universe, but few as lovable as Ewoks! This Ewok Pin shows how adorable (and eco-friendly) they really are. Ewok Pin For those who love villains, there’s the Darth Vader Pin. Obviously this is his happy face… . Darth Vader Pin We sure miss getting hugs from Chewbacca in the parks. To remember those glorious hugs, you can grab the Chewbacca Free Hugs Pin! Each of these Star Wars pins is $15.99. Chewbacca Hugs Pin We also found a series of Loungefly lanyards in this shop! The first is the Ghost Host Loungefly Lanyard honoring the iconic Ghost Host from the Haunted Mansion. The name tag looks like Cast Member name tags! Ghost Host Lanyard The next one is the Haunted Mansion Loungefly Lanyard if you’re looking for some classic and spooky merch. Haunted Mansion Lanyard On the not-so-spooky side, there’s the Mickey Balloon Loungefly Lanyard. How classic is this one?!? Each lanyard is $20. Mickey Ballon Lanyard We also spotted the hard-to-find Dooney & Bourke Americana MagicBand here! Americana MagicBand It’s covered in American icons like Mickey-shaped snacks, the American flag, and Mickey Mouse! This MagicBand is $58. See more photos of the Americana MagicBand! Over in Bayview Gifts, we found a new nautical jewelry line by Betsey Johnson! Betsey Johnson Jewelry This gorgeous Anchor Necklace is $75. Anchor Necklace The Minnie Bow Earrings feature a classic Minnie made of seashells and a nautical bow for $65. Minnie Bow Earrings This Earrings Set gives you three smaller options for $50. Earrings Or you can go big with the Anchor Hoop Earrings, also $50. Anchor Hoops Make a statement with the Mickey Nautical Necklace for $125. Nautical Necklace We noticed a new-to-us Reversible Door Hanger! On one side it says “Home Sweet Home” with the castle… Door Hanger …and on the other side is says “My Happy Place” with different Disney icons. This cute door addition is $7.99. Door Hanger We’ve seen several merchandise items in other Disney World locations, but they’re here in Bayview Gifts now! That includes this Mickey Polo Shirt… Mickey Polo …the new Stitch Ear Hat… Stitch Ear Hat …and these colorful WDW Kids Sweatshirts! Kids Sweatshirts We’ll keep coming back to these shops to check out the latest! Check out this Disney merchandise inspired by Mary Blair! Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Polynesian Merchandise Updates In BouTiki, we didn’t spot too many new things, but we did find the Dooney & Bourke Americana MagicBand here also! Americana MagicBand The Honolulu Cookie Company cookies are back in the cute Mickey boxes! For the holidays, these were in holiday packaging, but they are back to the original. Honolulu Cookies We also found some Festival of the Arts merchandise far from its home in EPCOT. We found the Figment Festival of the Arts Pin… Festival of the Arts Pin …the Mickey and Donald Festival of the Arts Pin… Festival of the Arts Pin …and another Figment Festival of the Arts Pin! Festival of the Arts Pin We didn’t spot any other festival merch here, but we’ll let you know if we do! Here’s ALL of the Festival of the Arts merchandise this year Polynesian Food Updates In Capt. Cook’s, the Aloha Cupcake is BACK! Aloha Cupcake This cupcake is stunning with multicolored frosting and a sparkly chocolate “aloha” across the top. Read our review of the Aloha Cupcake Pineapple Lanai is currently offering four flavors: Pineapple, Vanilla, Lime, and Lemon. Pineapple Lanai Flavors You can get pineapple and vanilla swirled, and lemon and lime swirled, or both swirls stacked on top of each other! Alert! There’s Watermelon Dole Whip in Disney World Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort Grand Floridian Merchandise Updates In Sandy Cove Gifts & Sundry, we found a new-to-us Grand Floridian Bag. This elegant bag is perfect for carrying all of the essentials, and its got an embroidered logo in the center for $64.99. Grand Floridian Bag Over at M Mouse Mercantile, the Mystery Pin Sets were selling out fast! You never know what you’ll get with these, but they contain 2 random pins for $12.99. Mystery Pin Set Curiouser Clothiers is currently having a 30% off sale on Tommy Bahama, Lily Pulitzer, Vineyard Vines, and Kahala merchandise! This is a limited time offer, so hurry over if you have been wanting some of these items. Sale! At Basin there are several Valentine’s Day items available! You can snag many bath bombs including the Heart Throb Bath Bomb… Heart Throb Bath Bomb …Love Bath Bomb… Love Bath Bomb …or Rose Gold Bath Bomb for $5.99 each or 3 for $15! Rose Gold Bath Bomb If you want a pre-packaged set, you can grab the Heart Bath Bomb Set! Bath Bomb Set This comes with 4 bath bombs for $22.99. Check out more Basin Valentine’s Day items in Disney Springs Grand Floridian Food Update By the Grand Floridian Cafe we found a BEAUTIFUL chocolate sculpture! Chocolate Sculpture It features Mickey and Minnie smooching with intricate detail on one side… Chocolate Sculpture …and an abstract pink, red, and white design on the back! Chocolate Sculpture We’ve seen chocolate sculptures out here for other holidays, too, but this one is particularly stunning! See the chocolate sculptures from Christmastime! Grand Floridian Miscellaneous Update Live entertainment has been back at the Grand Floridian for a little while now, but on our visit the pianist had moved! Pianist The pianist used to be off to the side at a smaller piano in the lobby, but now you can find him at the 9 foot piano in the middle of the lobby! Live Entertainment Returns to the Grand Floridian! That’s all we’ve got at the monorail resorts today! We had a blast finding new merchandise, seeing live entertainment, and more. Be sure to stay tuned to DFB because we’ll be back soon! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! 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. Which monorail resort is your favorite? Let us know in the comments! The post What's New at the Monorail Resorts: 'Star Wars' Pins, Nautical Jewelry, and a GORGEOUS Chocolate Sculpture! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: What’s New at the Monorail Resorts — Plant-Based Menu Items, Secret ‘Ohana Meals, And ALL The Frozen Fever! What’s New at Disney World’s Monorail Resorts: TONS of Holiday Decor and Fireworks Testing! What’s New on Walt Disney World’s Monorail Resort Loop: NEW Stroller Gear, Colorful Merch, and a Dole Whip Hack! View the full article

Welcome back, DFB friends! We’re here with another What’s New at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Disney’s Hollywood Studios And, we’ve got plenty of updates to share with you! So, what are you waiting for? Let’s dive right on in! Disney’s Hollywood Studios Food Update Hollywood Scoops There’s something just so refreshing about picking up a cup of hand-scooped ice cream or an ice cream cookie sandwich from Hollywood Scoops during a sunny day in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. And, you’ll be happy to know that the quick-service location is still open in the morning so you can get a sweet treat throughout the entire day! Hollywood Scoops You can still grab a refreshing mimosa or bloody mary! REVIEW: We Just Got Morning Cocktails at Disney World…From an Ice Cream Shop? Disney’s Hollywood Studios Merchandise Update Celebrity 5&10 As you’re making your way around Disney World, it’s easy to keep up with your key cards or tickets if you’re wearing one of Disney’s lanyards. And, Celebrity 5&10 has a few new items hanging on the shelves for $20 each! Disney Lanyards The Mickey Balloon Lanyard is a bright blue with colorful balloons decorated across the lanyard and a big Mickey Balloon on the leather cardholder… Mickey Balloon Lanyard …along with the Haunted Mansion Lanyard with the lanyard mimicking the attraction’s purple wallpaper and a Ghost Host keychain. Haunted Mansion Lanyard But, if you’re looking for something else spooky like the Haunted Mansion… Tower Gifts …you’re going to want to make your way over to the Tower Gifts to pick up the Zero Pen inspired by The Nightmare Before Christmas! The top of the pen features Zero looking adorable… Zero Pen …as well as a few of Halloween Town’s spooky Christmas gifts along the base of the pen. Zero Pen This pen is $14.99. See the Nightmare Before Christmas Tumbler Legends of Hollywood We recently spotted the series of character sweatshirts in Disneyland, but now they’ve made their way over to the Legends of Hollywood too! You can pick up the Walt Disney World versions of the sweatshirts with designs of Slinky, Simba and Nala… Character Sweatshirts …Lady and Tramp, and Tod and Copper to rep your favorite Disney duos for $54.99 each! Character Sweatshirts How cute are these for Valentine’s Day?!? See the Disneyland Resort version here! The Dress Shop Life is the bubbles since The Dress Shop has debuted a brand NEW dress inspired by The Little Mermaid. And, we’re swept away by how gorgeous it is! Little Mermaid Dress While most of the dress has colors similar to the ocean, the sweetheart neckline has a pink-colored fabric, like Ariel’s shell top. Little Mermaid Dress The dress has a mermaid silhouette with a fishtail flair on the bottom! You can find all sorts of details from shells to bubbles and even Dinglehoppers for $128. Little Mermaid Dress But, your wardrobe update isn’t going to stop there! The matching Little Mermaid Purse is the perfect accessory with a leather appearance and golden shells on the outside… Little Mermaid Purse …and a pattern with Ariel and Flounder on the inside lining for $65. Little Mermaid Purse Just when we think that we’ve found our favorite The Dress Shop item, another new dress or bag pops up in the stores! Take a look at all the details you can find on the Little Mermaid Dress and Purse here! Mickey’s of Hollywood Call us sentimental, but we can’t get over how adorable the Grape Soda Pin from Up is whenever we find it in Disney World! And, if you love it as much as us, you can accessorize with the Grape Soda Necklace at Mickey’s of Hollywood for $14.99. Grape Soda Necklace Well, that’s all for this What’s New at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! We’ll catch you next time for more updates. And, if you have any questions about your upcoming Disney vacation, let us know so we can help you find the answers! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! 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’s Hollywood Studios? Let us know in the comments below! The post What's New at Disney's Hollywood Studios: Character Duo Sweatshirts and a STUNNING Little Mermaid Dress and Purse! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: What’s New at Disney’s Hollywood Studios: Pumpkin Spice Returns and There’s FINALLY a New Disney Popcorn Bucket! What’s New at Disney’s Hollywood Studios: The Hollywood Junction Snack Cart Re-Opens and More Holiday Merchandise Debuts! 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Welcome back, DFB friends! We’re here with another What’s New at Disney Springs! World of Disney And, we’ve got plenty of updates to share with you! So, what are you waiting for? Let’s jump in! Disney Springs Food Update Everglazed Donuts and Cold Brew Ever since Everglazed Donuts and Cold Brew debuted in Disney Springs, it’s easily made its way towards the top of our favorite places in the shopping and dining district! Along with the cheesy sandwiches and donuts stacked with toppings, a Cast Member from Everglazed told us there will be a heart-shaped red velvet Valentine’s Donut on the menu starting February 1st. Everglazed Donuts And, you can bet your donut loving hearts we’ll be checking out the new treat when February kicks off soon! Read our full review of Everglazed Donuts and Cold Brew here! Candy Cauldron Also ahead of Valentine’s Day, Candy Cauldron is featuring an adorable sheet of themed goodies in its display window to welcome guests inside the shop! Valentine’s Display Who else is ready for all the Valentine’s treats that will be popping up around Disney World? Here’s a FULL List of Disney’s Valentine’s Day Treats Disney Springs Merchandise Update DisneyStyle Extra! Extra! Read all about it! DisneyStyle is featuring a brand new Mickey and Minnie Newspaper Collection that will have you diving into the romantic stories of the “Mickey Times!” Newspaper Collection The Mickey and Minnie Newspaper Hoodie is red, black, and white with newspaper print that pops on the sleeves… Newspaper Hoodie …as well as the front pocket for $59.99. As you dive into the Mouse Weekly column on Soulmates or articles about how Mickey and Minnie are crazy in love… Newspaper Hoodie …you can stay cozy in the colder weather wearing the hoodie! Newspaper Hoodie But, you can also fashion the Mickey and Minnie Newspaper Long Sleeve Shirt like it’s the next big news story! Newspaper Long Sleeve The shirt is gray on one side with newspaper print on the other… Newspaper Long Sleeve …with the Walt Disney World logo on the sleeve for $42.99. Newspaper Long Sleeve You can complete the look wearing the Mickey and Minnie Newspaper Lounge Pants that are COMPLETELY decorated in articles, columns, and photos of your favorite mouse duo for $44.99! Newspaper Pants Do you think that the Mouse Times will hire us as writers?? The NEW Disney Pastel Collection is Now Online! Star Wars: Galactic Outpost As we made our way around Disney Springs, we noticed new-to-us Star Wars Character Gift Cards in the Star Wars: Galactic Outpost. The cards show off villains from the First Order, as well as the divide between the Light Side and the Dark Side! Star Wars Gift Cards Also at the Star Wars: Galactic Outpost, the Han Solo and Princess Leia Pin Set has returned in time for Valentine’s Day! Star Wars Valentine’s Pin Set We can’t wait to wear these matching pins with our loved ones this year. Need A Last-Minute Disney Valentine’s Day Gift? We’ve Got You Covered! Disney Springs Construction Update M&M’s Store It seems like just yesterday the M&M’s Store was announced as the newest spot coming to Disney Springs. After construction was delayed due to the closures, progress went by VERY quickly during the speedy construction. M&M’s Store Construction As bright M&M’s and other decorations have been added to the outside of the building, we also noticed a few Valentine’s hearts and lights on the window leading inside the chocolate-themed store. M&M’s Store Construction Since we’ve been back at Disney Springs, though, the M&M’s Store had its official grand opening today with lots of merchandise and personalized goodies! And, you can take a peek inside by clicking down below! A FULL look inside the M&M’s Store in Disney Springs! Disney Springs Crowd Update We noticed that there were some smaller crowds than usual around 11AM when we were walking around Disney Springs! Disney Springs Crowds However, we have seen some VERY long lines recently in spots like Gideon’s Bakehouse and other popular spots around the shopping and dining district. Here’s a Pro Tip to Help You Snag a Cookie from Gideon’s Bakehouse in Disney Springs 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 question about your upcoming Disney vacation, let us know so we can help you find the answers! Check Out What’s New at 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. What are you looking forward to seeing the most in Disney Springs? Let us know in the comments below! The post What's New at Disney Springs: Upcoming Valentine's Day Treats and a Newspaper Clothing Collection! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: What’s New at Disney Springs: Dogs Wearing Face Masks, Four Pounds of Loaded Fries, and MORE! What’s New in Disney Springs: a NEW Caramel Sundae, Neon Merch Galore, and Refillable Popcorn Buckets! What’s New in Disney Springs: Retro Hats, Boozy Snacks, Sequin and Pineapple Backpacks! View the full article

It’s hard to believe that almost seven months after Disney World reopened, there are still many restaurants throughout the resort that remain closed. Lotus Blossom Cafe Line Many dining locations have reopened over the past few months, although we’ve also seen some reopen with limited schedules, as well as others that are only open on weekends. One restaurant that has not reopened is Nine Dragons Restaurant in EPCOT’s China Pavilion. Except that its dining room IS open now, but not in the way you might think. When we stopped by China’s counter-service spot Lotus Blossom Cafe today, we discovered something interesting after getting our food. Lotus Blossom Cafe As always, there is seating available at Lotus Blossom Cafe. Lotus Blossom Cafe But we got curious when we saw a sign for “Additional Seating.” So we followed it to see where it would take us. Additional Seating Sign We walked down the hallway and stumbled upon something familiar. It’s Nine Dragons Restaurant! Nine Dragons The additional seating for Lotus Blossom Cafe is inside Nine Dragons’ dining room. We’ve seen something like this before over at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort and in EPCOT’s France pavilion. Nine Dragons And although Lotus Blossom Cafe didn’t really need extra seating today, it was nice to enjoy our meal in an environment with a little more atmosphere. It was SUPER empty, so if it’s open on your visit, this is a great place to escape the crowds. Nine Dragons So in case you find yourself at a crowded Lotus Blossom Cafe in the future, be sure to look for the additional seating sign that will take you into Nine Dragons! And if we spot any other situations like this, we’ll be sure to let you know. Did Disney World Forget About These Restaurants? 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 eaten at Lotus Blossom Cafe recently? Let us know in the comments! The post Another Restaurant Has Reopened at Disney World...But Not In The Way You Might Think! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Review: Is Epcot’s Nine Dragons Worth a Visit? You May Be Surprised! ALERT! China Street Fries Are BACK in EPCOT! The 5 Most Important Changes We’ve Seen in EPCOT This Month View the full article

Welcome back, DFB friends! We’re here with another What’s New at EPCOT! Gran Fiesta Tour And, we’ve got plenty of updates to share with you! So, what are you waiting for? Let’s dive right on in! EPCOT Merchandise Update France Pavilion We’re getting SO CLOSE to the debut of Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure, everyone! There is no official opening date yet, but we must be just around the corner from the attraction’s grand opening since we spotted a whole bunch of brand new Ratatouille merchandise in EPCOT! Ratatouille Merchandise During our visit to the France Pavilion, we FINALLY were able to pick up a pair of the Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure Ears we’ve seen a sneak peek of previously for $29.99! Remy Chef Ears But, there was also brand new items on the shelves that made us want to scurry over to the check-out line. We spotted the Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure Wristlet for $24.99… Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure Wristlet …Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure Talking Remy Plush for $29.99… Remy Plush …Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure T-shirt for $39.99… Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure T-shirt …and Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure Kid’s Hoodie for $39.99. Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure Kid’s Hoodie It even lets your little ones look as adorable as Remy with a rat-themed design on the hood. Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure Kid’s Hoodie There was also a Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure Little Chef Playset for $39.99 that included an apron, chef’s hat, oven mitt, cutting board, plastic knife, plastic spoon, plastic food items, and a plush Remy, so you can make your very own award-winning “meal.” Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure Little Chef Playset You can find all these AWESOME Ratatouille items in the Souvenirs de France as we keep an eye out for more details about the grand opening of Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure soon! Take a closer look at all the Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure merchandise here! EPCOT Entertainment Update EPCOT Entrance Since the EPCOT Festival of the Arts continues to introduce new entertainment and artwork, we are on the lookout for the amazing masterpieces created around the park throughout the festival! During our latest visit, we noticed that a chalk artist had begun to outline a perspective Bayou scene from The Princess and the Frog… Princess and the Frog Chalk Art …that will replace the previous perspective Mad Tea Party scene from Alice in Wonderland! Princess and the Frog Chalk Art We are already SUPER excited to see the final product! Check out this super realistic Mulan 3D chalk art Mexico Pavilion We’ve had a bit of a wild ride on the Gran Fiesta Tour recently in the Mexico Pavilion as characters have disappeared (or taken plenty of siestas). Last year, Jose took a quick break from the band, only to return soon afterwards. But, this year, Donald has been missing for quite some time as a plant replaced him, a sombrero was added to the decoration, and then any sign of Donald was gone altogether. Gran Fiesta Tour But, it looks like the two remaining Caballeros decided that they needed some time off too, since all THREE animatronics have now been replaced by cardboard cut-outs. Gran Fiesta Tour Will our beloved animatronics return soon? Or, are they too busy partying backstage in the meantime? We’re not sure what’s up with the Gran Fiesta Tour right now, but we’ll keep you updated on the Three Caballeros! Find out the details of all the Gran Fiesta Tour animatronics here! World Showcase After we picked up our very own Remy Plush, we decided to take him on a tour of the World Showcase ahead of his famous ride opening in EPCOT. Remy said he especially enjoyed eating all the food at the Festival of the Arts… Remy Plush’s Adventures …posing in different spots around the park (he was very happy it was the Year of the Rat in the China Pavilion)… Remy Plush’s Adventures …and visiting The American Adventure before it debuts its new “The Soul of Jazz” exhibit next month! Remy Plush’s Adventures Want more of Remy’s Adventures? You can check out more photos of his trip around EPCOT down below! PHOTOS! Check Out Remy’s Adventures Around the World in EPCOT! EPCOT Construction Update Guardians of the Galaxy EPCOT is about to look like an entirely new park after all the construction is complete. And, we’ve been checking back with everything happening at the Guardians of the Galaxy coaster in Future World as progress continues to move forward! Guardians of the Galaxy Construction We noticed that the crane was lifted so blue sheet could be placed on the panels of the building’s roof. Guardians of the Galaxy Construction Now that we’ve also seen a sneak peek of the vehicles inside, we can’t wait to explore the cosmos with our favorite band of misfits when Cosmic Rewind debuts! Groot takes a ride on Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Well, that’s all for this What’s New at EPCOT! 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 answer! What’s new in Magic Kingdom Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! 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 in EPCOT the most? Let us know in the comments below! The post What's New at EPCOT: Brand NEW Remy's Ratatouille Adventure Merch and Missing Animatronics! first appeared on the disney food blog. 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DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Want to keep the “Disney magic” going even when you’re not at the theme parks? There are plenty of ways to do that! Cinderella Castle From board games to movies to documentaries on Disney+, there are plenty of ways to add a little extra Disney into your everyday life. One of the best ways that we bring the pixie dust home is by reading Disney books! Today, we’re compiling our top book picks for TRUE Disney fans, and we’re pretty sure you’ll find something to love on this list! Disney Maps: A Magical Atlas of the Movies We Know and Love Through a series of maps, this book brings to life the Disney movies that we adore. In the 24 illustrated maps, you’ll find stories like Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs and Toy Story and you’ll be able to get an idea of what they would actually look like! ©Amazon The foreword of the book is written by Pete Docter, and fans young and old are sure to adore the beautifully illustrated pictures. Add this one to your coffee table for $18.49. Click Here to Order the Disney Maps Book! The Unofficial Disney Parks Cookbook From Dole Whip to Mickey pretzels, this book has you covered with 100 recipes from the Disney parks! It’s written by Ashley Craft and is a The Wall Street Journal and USA Today Bestseller. ©Amazon This book will help you bring the magic home when you’re missing the parks, and you’ll be able to recreate your favorite snacks from Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort. Get the hardcover copy for $14.13. Check Out the Unofficial Disney Parks Cookbook Here! The Ride of a Lifetime: Lessons Learned from 15 Years as CEO of the Walt Disney Company What better way to learn about Disney than from the man who ran the company? This memoir by Bob Iger, the Walt Disney Company’s former CEO, is a New York Times #1 Bestseller. The book shares Iger’s secrets to leadership success, including optimism, courage, decisiveness, and fairness. ©Amazon If you truly want a peek behind the curtain at what it’s like to be a Disney executive, then you can order this book for $25.20. Shop Bob Iger’s Book Online Here! DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World Holidays Looking to visit Walt Disney World during the holiday season? We’ve got you covered with our very own guidebook! Our own holiday guide! You can go ahead and pre-order the 2021 edition now for $14.95, and you’ll be prepared to spend the “most wonderful time of the year” at the “Most Magical Place on Earth.” Pre-Order Your WDW Holiday Guide Here! The Disney Interviews: Volume I This book is a collection of interviews with Imagineers, artists, actors, magic-makers, and Mousketeers who worked for the Walt Disney World Company at some point or another. Some of the people interviewed in this particular volume include Julie Andrews, Marty Sklar, and Richard M. Sherman. ©Amazon Each of the people interviewed in this volume personally knew Walt Disney, and this book allows readers the chance to hear their stories. Order the hardback copy for $19.95 or a paperback for $14.95. Check Out These Unique Interviews Here! Disney’s Land: Walt Disney and the Invention of the Amusement Park That Changed the World If you’re a Disney fan, you likely have a special place in your heart for Disneyland, Walt’s original park. However, you may not know just how world-changing that theme park was, and this book explores that idea. ©Amazon Richard Snow’s book tells the iconic story of Disneyland Park, from Walt’s initial vision to the final product and all the disasters in-between. Lovers of Disney history are sure to be captured by this tale, and you can order it for just $20.20. Want to Order This Fascinating Tale of Disney History? Click Here! One Day At Disney If you enjoyed the Disney+ series One Day at Disney, then you need to check out the corresponding book! It follows the stories of 80 different Cast Members at the Walt Disney Company on a regular workday in 2019. ©Target You’ll get a behind-the-scenes look at what it’s really like to work for Disney, whether as an Imagineer, a TV host, a stage performer, an animator, and everything in-between. Pick up the hardcover book by Bruce Steele for $24.49. Shop This Book HERE And Learn What It’s Like Working for Disney! The Walt Disney Film Archives This book, highlighting the Disney animated movies from 1921-1968, shares images and essays to take fans to the heart of the “Golden Age of Animation.” ©Target Readers get a better look at the processes behind some of Disney’s most iconic films and animation projects, as well as a glimpse at some stunning artwork. Add this book to your shelf for $18.89. Learn More About Disney Animation — Buy the Book Here! Walt Disney’s Nine Old Men: Masters of Animation Have you ever heard of Walt Disney’s “nine old men?” They were a core group of Disney animators responsible for films such as Bambi, Pinocchio, and Peter Pan. ©Target This book tells the stories of those men and their contributions to Walt Disney Studios and animation in general. Pick it up online for $30.99. Get to Know 9 Disney Legends With This Book — Shop it Here! Entertaining with Disney: Exceptional Events from Mickey Mouse to Moana! Planning a Disney-themed party for a loved one? Then you NEED this book! This book is a thorough guide to creating spectacular events with Disney themes. ©Disney It’s written by party planning expert Amy Croushorn, and it shares her tips and ideas inspired by over 90 years of Disney magic. Order it right now for $29.99. Click Here to Start Your Party Planning with This Guide! The Art of Star Wars: The Mandalorian If you’ve been hooked on the hit Disney+ show, The Mandalorian, then this book would be an excellent addition to your coffee table! It’s the official behind-the-scenes companion to the series and features concept art, character and costume sketches, and vehicle and creature designs. ©Disney The book also includes interviews with important people from the show, including creators Jon Favreau and Dave Filoni. Fans of the popular series can deep-dive and learn even more about how it came to be for $40. Check Out This The Mandalorian Book Here! Poster Art of the Disney Parks Disney lovers that appreciate the art that goes into everything in the parks will adore this collection of Disney park posters. ©Disney The 144 pages of the book feature posters from Disneyland, Walt Disney World, Tokyo Disneyland, Disneyland Paris, and Hong Kong Disneyland. For $39.95, you can order this book and enjoy Disney artwork whenever you’re missing your favorite park. Click Here to Order This Collection of Disney Posters! Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Myths & Fables Disney’s themed lands are unlike any other amusement parks’! They have backstories and rich detail to fit into a larger picture, and that’s certainly the case with one of Disney’s newest lands, Galaxy’s Edge. ©Disney If you appreciate the thought and detail that went into creating Disney’s Star Wars-themed land, then you’ll likely love this book. It features original stories, fairytales, myths, and fables that give the made-up land a real depth! Order it today for $44.99. Shop This Book to Learn More About Galaxy’s Edge! Ink & Paint : The Women of Walt Disney’s Animation This hardcover book for $46.88 explores the world of the women who were responsible for adding color and vibrancy to the animation projects at Walt Disney Studios. You’ll learn the story of how women worked their way through the ranks of animation at the company, changing history as they went along. ©Walmart These women were responsible for doing the painstaking work that really brought Disney stories to life, and you’ll meet them and follow their successes in this book. Order the Ink & Paint Book Here! Disney Ideas Book: More Than 100 Disney Crafts, Activities, and Games Our last book on the list is for the craft masters out there! (Or those who really want to be creative, but don’t know where to start!) This book is filled with more than 100 Disney-themed activities, crafts, and games to keep your family occupied and feeling the magic. ©Walmart It’s only $11.99 and will provide you with hours of Disney projects based on your favorite movies and characters! Click Here to Get Creative With This Disney Project Book! Now that we’ve shared some of our favorite Disney books, it’s time to get shopping! Who wouldn’t want to have their coffee table, bookshelf, or living room sprinkled with a little extra pixie dust and magic?! Need a Last-Minute Disney Valentine’s Day Gift? We’ve Got You Covered! 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. Do you own any of these Disney books? Let us know your favorite Disney book in the comments! 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We’ve seen a lot of creative designer Disney bag designs! Captain America purse A lot of those bags come from designer Danielle Nicole, like the Emperor’s New Groove Potion Vile Crossbody Bag, the Buzz Lightyear Belt Bag, and the Mad Tea Party Backpack! And now, for TODAY ONLY, you can get 20% off some of these super cool bags in celebration of Danielle Nicole’s birthday! One of the newest designs is from the Aladdin collection. Check out this super stylish Magic Carpet Bag for $58. ©Danielle Nicole Or how about this Ursula Backpack that recreates Ursula’s contract with Ariel? This backpack is $78. ©Danielle Nicole There’s also an Evil Queen Backpack. Its details include the Magic Mirror’s reflection of the Queen, along with her spell-books. It’s available for $78. ©Danielle Nicole And now you can get these bags (and many more!) at a discount. To get 20% off, use code DN34 at checkout! Be sure to check out all the Disney designs there, too. And if any new ones pop up, we’ll be sure to let you know! Your Wish is Granted! 2 Danielle Nicole Aladdin Disney Bags Are Available Again! 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. Do you have any Danielle Nicole Disney bags? Let us know in the comments! The post Save Big On Designer Disney Bags TODAY ONLY! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: You Have ONE MORE DAY to Get a Big Discount on Disney Merch Online! Discount Alert! Here’s How To Get 25% Off Disney Parks Gear Online! It’s the LAST Day To Score A HUGE Deal On Disney Merch! View the full article

Hello from Magic Kingdom! Dumbo We spent a day wandering around all the lands just so we could get you the latest updates! Ready? Here we go! Magic Kingdom Food Updates Casey’s Corner We don’t know about you, but we’ve been missing Casey’s Corner (although we did find our beloved corndog nuggets elsewhere). We noticed a change here, though — the merchandise that had been in the dining area is now gone and that area is blocked off to guests. Casey’s Corner Is this a sign that it might reopen soon? It’s unclear at the moment, but we’ll be sure to keep an eye on it. Food Alert! Hand-Dipped Corndogs Are BACK in Disney World! Magic Kingdom Merchandise Updates Ye Olde Christmas Shoppe We spotted the hard-to-find Dooney & Bourke Americana MagicBand at Ye Olde Christmas Shoppe! This MagicBand features both Mickey and Minnie with the American flag, fireworks, hot dogs, Mickey ice cream bars, and more! Dooney & Bourke Americana MagicBand This MagicBand released last year, but it’s been a hard one to track down, so if you’re looking to get it, you can nab it now for $58. See more photos of the Americana MagicBand Frontier Trading Post We found the Disney Mystery Pin Packs available here! Disney Mystery Packs You never know what you’re going to get, but you can grab each pack for $12.99. NEW Mystery Key Pack Featuring Disney Couples is Now Online! Star Traders Hey, Foolish Mortals! There’s a brand new Loungefly Haunted Mansion Card Holder available. Loungefly Haunted Mansion Cardholder We love the Cast Member Name Tag for the Ghost Host! This Card Holder is $20. You Can Now Take Home Your Own Haunted Mansion Gargoyle from Disney World! Tomorrowland Light & Power Co. Valentine’s Day is almost here, which means we’re seeing a TON of related merchandise in the parks, including some new Valentine’s Day Phone Cases! Valentine’s Day Phone Cases There’s Mickey, Minnie, and one of the two together! And they’re customizable! Celebrate Valentine’s Day With New Disney Bling from RockLove! Uptown Jewelers The sweet Ariel Dress has turned up at Uptown Jewelers! Ariel Dress The shop also has the Ariel Ears and new Ariel bag, too! The dress is $128. See more photos of the new Ariel Dress Magic Kingdom Construction Updates Liberty Square Market Liberty Square Market closed for refurbishment a few weeks ago, but it looks like it might be getting closer to reopening soon! The construction walls around it are now down! Liberty Square Market It’s slated for a February reopening, so we’ll let you know as soon as that happens! PICTURES: Liberty Square Market Is a BIG Step Closer to Reopening in Magic Kingdom Bonjour Village Gifts The front of Bonjour Village Gifts is getting painted right now! Bonjour Village Gifts It’s currently blocked off with some shrubbery. Say ‘I Do’ To This Wedding Collection From Disney World! Magic Kingdom Attraction Updates Down Time Astro Orbiter in Tomorrowland was one of three rides down during our visit! Astro Orbiter Over in Fantasyland, Under the Sea — Journey of the Little Mermaid was also closed due to technical difficulties. Little Mermaid And Big Thunder Mountain Railroad was also down! Big Thunder Mountain These three were down for technical difficulties, but the rides did open back up later in the day. Three Rides Are DOWN for Technical Difficulties in Magic Kingdom Right Now Magic Kingdom Miscellaneous Updates Entrance Now that Sorcerers of the Magic Kingdom is gone, the poster has been replaced by one for Sunshine Tree Terrace, which is a little odd because now there are two identical posters in this space. Posters Perhaps it’s just a placeholder until something else gets promoted there. NEWS: Sorcerers of the Magic Kingdom Has Officially Closed in Disney World That’s all we’ve got for updates in Magic Kingdom this time around, but we’ll be back soon with even more updates! We had a great time checking up on the construction, and finding new merchandise. Stay tuned to DFB for the latest Disney news! 30 Hidden Secrets in Magic Kingdom Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Order Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! 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 Magic Kingdom recently? Let us know in the comments! The post What's New at Magic Kingdom: 3 Attractions Down, Americana MagicBand and New Phone Cases! first appeared on the disney food blog. 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Planning a trip to Disney World can be a tad overwhelming, especially during a time like this! Spaceship Earth One thing that’s important to keep an eye on is the ever-changing hours for the parks, which Disney tends to release in batches a several weeks in advance. So if you’re Disney-bound around mid-February, we’ve got some extended hours to tell you about! When they were first announced, the park hours for each park in February were pretty limited. Magic Kingdom But there appears to be a change in hours for ALL four parks, and the good news is there will be more time to spend in Disney World! Expedition Everest Here are the extended hours you need to know if you’re heading to Disney World in February! Magic Kingdom Magic Kingdom hours initially looked like 9AM-6PM daily, but Disney has extended weekday hours to 7PM for most weekdays the first half of the month, and until 10PM on February 12th, 13th, 14th, 15th, 19th, and 20th! The park will also be open until 9PM on February 16th, and until 7PM on February 17th and 18th. ©Disney Later in the month, hours have not changed and are still 9 AM-6 PM daily. Here’s what’s new in Magic Kingdom EPCOT Over in EPCOT, the park has extended its daily hours from 7PM until 8PM. It’s also open until 9PM on February 12th, 10PM on February 13th and February 14th. ©Disney Hours on February 15th through February 19th have also been extended to 8PM, and February 20th has been extended to 9PM. ©Disney EPCOT hours after the 20th are still the same at 11AM-7PM. Check out the latest updates in EPCOT Disney’s Hollywood Studios Good news, early birds! Disney’s Hollywood Studios has bumped up its opening an hour earlier, to 9AM, for the first half of February! ©Disney Then it’s still standard hours of 10AM-7PM until the end of February. What’s New at Disney’s Hollywood Studios Disney’s Animal Kingdom While some days have been scheduled to open at 8AM, Disney’s Animal Kingdom is opening an hour earlier than usual at 8AM, everyday until February 20th! The park is also open until 6PM on February 6th, until 8PM on February 13th, 14th, and 15th, and until 7PM on February 20th. ©Disney After the 20th, Animal Kingdom goes back to its previous pattern of hours. Check out what’s new in Disney’s Animal Kingdom As always, we’ll keep an eye on Disney park hours and let you know if we see any more extensions or changes! This isn’t the first time Disney World has extended its park hours this year! 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 heading to Disney World in February? Let us know in the comments! The post NEWS: All Four Disney World Parks Extend Hours in Mid-February! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: NEWS: Disney World Park Hours Are Now Available Through December 26th! NEWS: Disney World Extends Park Hours For Select Dates in December (Including New Year’s Eve!) NEWS: Disney World Park Hours Released Through Mid-February View the full article

While Valentine’s Day has us thinking about new Minnie Ears and fancy dinner dates, it’s important not to forget the Super Bowl! Super Bowl Celebration 2020 In addition to being SUPER entertaining, it’s also a convenient excuse to feast on game day staples like Nachos, Buffalo Wings, and Quesadillas, and one Disney World restaurant has all of these and MORE for the big day! Taking place Sunday, February 7th, this year’s Super Bowl is surely going to look a lot different than year’s past. But that doesn’t mean your favorite game day foods have to change! STK Orlando STK Orlando in Disney Springs is the real MVP this year with its lineup of Super Bowl specials, available for takeout and dine-in. So not only can you celebrate the game at the steakhouse, which feels pretty apropos, but you can dine in serious style while doing so! ©STK The special Super Bowl menu includes “Shareables” like a $25 Loaded Nacho Kit for three (or one hungry individual), which comes HEAPED with braised short rib, mustard cream, grated cheese, jalapeños, and chimichurri sauce. Don’t forget the Cheesy Fries, served with bacon bits, cheese sauce, grated cheddar, and scallions for $16! ©STK Wings are to the Super Bowl as candy canes are to Christmas, and STK delivers with three different flavors: Buffalo Chicken with blue cheese sauce, Cilantro & Lime with lemon aïoli, and Garlic Parmesan with truffle ranch. Each plate of wings is $15. STK Orlando Then there’s the “Share Or Not” section, and judging by the sound of that Braised Short Rib Quesadilla ($23), we’re leaning towards “Not.” The quesadilla has fontina cheese, tomatoes, chimichurri, and mustard cream on a flour tortilla. There’s also a Meatball Wrap ($25) with red onion, red pepper tapenade, chili flakes, chipotle ketchup, and cheddar. STK Orlando Outdoor Bar No matter what happens with the game, everyone’s a winner with Super Bowl eats like these! STK also has a great deal perfect for a romantic night out! 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 thing to eat while watching the Super Bowl? Let us know in the comments! The post STK is Cooking Up Some Super Bowl Specials in Disney Springs! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: STK Steakhouse has a HUGE Black Friday DEAL! STK Has Reopened in Disney World…And They’re Doing Things a Little Differently This NEW Burger Joint Has Reopened in Disney Springs! View the full article