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New Year’s Eve looked a bit different this year at Walt Disney World, but there were still tons of people who took to the parks to ring in the new year with Disney’s modified celebrations for resort guests. Shanghai Disneyland Disney had announced that the parks would close early and that there would be no live fireworks show (just a pre-recorded version) for health and safety purposes. But Shanghai Disney Resort did have fireworks and finished with a SURPRISING finale! There’s been a lot of exciting news coming from Shanghai Disneyland, as they recently topped out the first structure for the upcoming Zootopia-themed land! And, the resort is quickly approaching their 5th year anniversary! They were one of the first to bring back fireworks after reopening the parks in July, and they topped off 2020 by surprising guests with a sneak peek of the anniversary celebration on New Year’s. ©Shanghai Disney Resort The New Year’s Eve fireworks show, titled “Ignite the New Year” lit up the Enchanted Storybook Castle (which is the largest Disney castle in the world!). The display featured fireworks, stunning projections, dazzling lights, and even brand-new music! The show even lit up the sky with a giant fireworks display of “2021!” ©Shanghai Disney Resort The spectacular ended with the unveiling of Shanghai Disney Resort’s Fifth Anniversary logo projected directly onto the castle. If this is how they’re going to celebrate 5 years, we can’t wait for more! Shanghai Disneyland Resort Fifth Anniversary Logo | ©Shanghai Disney Resort In the press release about this exciting fireworks show, Shanghai Disney Resort shared that the fifth-anniversary celebration will immerse guests in an exciting year-long celebration with more surprises, treats, offerings, and experiences than ever before. We’re not sure what all that means, but if it’s anything like this finale to the New Year’s show, we’re excited to see what’s to come. Stay tuned to DFB as we share more details about the resort’s fifth-anniversary celebration! Check out the progress on Shanghai Disneyland’s Zootopia land! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Are you hoping that fireworks return to Disney World new year? Let us know in the comments! The post NEWS: Shanghai Disney Resort Unveils Their Fifth Anniversary Logo first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: NEWS! Shanghai Disney Resort to CLOSE Indefinitely in Response to the Coronavirus Outbreak in China NEWS: A New Virtual Reality Experience is Coming to Shanghai Disney Resort Photos! Shanghai Disney Resort Testing Simulated Health Measures for a Possible Reopening View the full article

Hello to all of our DFB Friends from Magic Kingdom! Magic Kingdom We spent some time at Magic Kingdom on New Year’s Day checking to see what 2021 updates we could find! Are you ready? Let’s go! Magic Kingdom Food Updates Aloha Isle Although we OFTEN stop by Aloha Isle to indulge in a Dole Whip, we’re happy to report that one of our other favorite snacks there, the Kakamora Float, has returned! This is a Moana-themed treat with Coconut Soft-serve piled on top of Pineapple Juice and Blue Curacao, garnished with a Chocolate Kakamora Cake Pop. Kakamora Float This wonderful snack is available now for $6.99. Read more about the Kakamora Float But another snack has also returned to Magic Kingdom. The Grey Stuff is back and available again at Gaston’s Tavern! It was there earlier in the year, but disappeared to make room for the holiday-exclusive Belle’s Enchanted Christmas Tree. Grey Stuff This cupcake is Grey Stuff atop a chocolate cake base with candy pearls and a chocolate square for decoration. You can get one of your own now for $5.49. Try it! It’s delicious! Here’s more about the return of The Grey Stuff Magic Kingdom Merchandise Updates Popcorn Carts The holidays are over, and so the holiday popcorn buckets have been retired for the season. But now you can get the returning Steamboat Willie & Minnie Popcorn Buckets instead. Popcorn Cart These buckets are cute in their own right, though, and they’re available for $18. See more photos of the Steamboat Mickey and Minnie Popcorn Buckets Sale We noticed that the big 70% off holiday merchandise sale was still going on at a lot of locations throughout Magic Kingdom. 70% off holiday merchandise It’s the perfect time to stock up on holiday stuff for this year! Save Up to 40% On Disney Merchandise With This Limited Time Sale Online! Magic Kingdom Character Cavalcades The holiday character cavalcades are gone, and the regular cavalcades have returned. We’re going to miss seeing all the princesses in their winter dresses! Princesses Character Cavalcade It’s good to see the “old” cavalcades back, though! PHOTOS! Which Character Cavalcades Will You See Now in Disney World? Magic Kingdom Miscellaneous Updates Park Hopping Returns In case you missed it, park hopping has returned to Disney World. And we saw signs right outside the turnstiles making sure that everyone knows! Park hopper sign We did a LOT of park hopping during the day, and if you have any questions about how it works, be sure to read our park hopping guide here! Here’s everything you need to know about park hopping We had fun celebrating 2021 at Magic Kingdom (and all over Disney World). From being surprised by crowds, to seeing fan-favorite snacks return, we had a great first day of 2021! We’ll be back soon with even more updates! PHOTOS and VIDEOS! New Year’s Day Crowds and Wait Times are NOT What We Expected 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! Preorder 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 Disney World this year? Let us know in the comments! The post What's New at Magic Kingdom: HUGE Holiday Merch Sale and the Return of The Grey Stuff! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: What’s New in Magic Kingdom — Starbucks Drinks, Spirit Jerseys, and a BIG Attraction Closure! We’re LIVE from the FIRST 2019 Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party in Disney World! Disney World’s Magic Kingdom Lands RANKED BY SNACKS! View the full article

Although we’ve spent the past few months eating almost nothing but holiday snacks at Disney World, we’re ready to start the New Year off with some returning favorites! Rosie’s All American Cafe in Sunset Ranch Market So when we spotted a peanut butter cupcake at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, we jumped all over it because we LOVE peanut butter, whether it’s in a peanut butter brownie or an ice cream sundae! But this cupcake is actually a returning favorite — the Peanut Butter Crunch Cupcake! It’s pretty much the same as the Butterfinger Cupcake we’ve had in the past from the Trolley Car Cafe, but now it’s at Rosie’s All-American Cafe! This is a Chocolate Cupcake topped with Peanut Butter Buttercream Frosting and covered with a Peanut Butter Candy Shell. It’s also crowned with two chocolate Mickey ears. Peanut Butter Crunch Cupcake This particular cupcake has gone through a few different makeovers (the chocolate Mickey ears were added in 2019), but we believe it’s basically the same. And it’s a peanut butter lover’s dream! In fact, we think maybe there’s more peanut butter flavor now than ever! Peanut Butter Crunch Cupcake We did have problems getting this cupcake out of the wrapper, and it is VERY messy; but biting into it is SO worth it when you get to that HUGE amount of chocolate fudge filling in the center! (Interestingly, in our cupcake there wasn’t a whole lot of…well…cake. It was mostly filling. I’m sure that will change with each one, but heads up.) Peanut Butter Crunch Cupcake The picture below is what it looked like when it was at the Trolley Car Cafe. The last time we tried this treat, there was significantly less filling and it was more sauce-like, whereas this time around the filling had a thicker, caramel-like texture (more in line with the original Butterfinger Cupcake fudge filling.) Also on our last visit, a Cast Member told us the buttercream was peanut butter, however it tasted much more like vanilla. In the cupcake today, we could really taste the peanut butter! The cupcake is no longer available at this location, and is currently only found at Rosie’s All-American Cafe. Cupcake at Trolley Car Cafe But we can’t forget about the origins of this cupcake! This is the original Butterfinger Cupcake with a pile of frosting! This has been a DFB favorite for quite some time. And although it is now the Peanut Butter Crunch Cupcake, is smaller, and has much less frosting, we’re glad to have some form of it in the parks! Butterfinger Cupcake 2015 This is a very rich dessert, though, so you might want to share it with a friend. You can grab one of your own at Rosie’s All-American Cafe for $4.99. And we’ll let you know what other snacks the New Year brings to Disney World, too! REVIEW: Hot Cookie Hour at Gideon’s Bakehouse in Disney Springs is HERE! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Preorder 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 this cupcake before? Let us know in the comments! The post REVIEW: The Butterfinger Cupcake Is BACK in Hollywood Studios AGAIN...With Yet Another Twist! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: REVIEW: This NEW Animal Kingdom Cupcake is…A LOT. But It Has A Sweet Hidden Surprise! What’s New in Hollywood Studios: Lessons From Lightning McQueen, Skyliner Progress, the Triumphant Return of the Butterfinger Cupcake and MORE!! Review! Chicken and Waffle Stans, There’s A BIG Menu Change at EPCOT’s Food and Wine Festival View the full article

Disney knows just how much we love to be comfy and they’ve responded to fans of the classic spirit jersey with TONS of different designs to celebrate holidays or just for an afternoon hangout on the couch. Disney’s Hollywood Studios Now, retro Disney fans who love a comfy shirt can rejoice because Disney just released a new spirit jersey that fits both descriptions! Recently, we spotted some new headbands at Hollywood Studios that we’re paw-sitive any pet lover should check out and, today, there’s another new item at Sunset Club Couture! We love it when Disney releases cool retro clothing to add to our growing collection, and we’re already planning our insta photos in this NEW Retro Walt Disney World Spirit Jersey available for $69.99. Walt Disney World Spirit Jersey The back of the spirit jersey is giving us all the old-school vibes at Walt Disney World. The Walt Disney World logo made of rainbow colors over the yellow top, makes this shirt really pop! Walt Disney World Spirit Jersey Sleeve The logo extends from arm to arm so you can groove your way around the parks on colder days. Walt Disney World Spirit Jersey And, the front of the spirit jersey has the 1971 Walt Disney World logo, topping off the vintage appeal. Here’s a closer look if you haven’t seen this gem before. Walt Disney World Spirit Jersey Front Emblem Does anyone else feel like this is the perfect shirt to ride Spaceship Earth in on a cool day? You’d fit right into the 1970’s computer room scenery! We’re always looking out for more retro gear at Disney, so stay tuned to DFB for the latest updates! Check out the exclusive Retro Disney Collectibles available for D23 Gold Members! 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! Preorder Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What do you think of the newest spirit jersey? Let us know in the comments! The post This New Retro Disney World Spirit Jersey May Be The Comfiest Throwback Yet! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: New Updates in Disney World’s Hollywood Studios All the Updates and New Items in Disney World’s Hollywood Studios! Let Your Travel Buddy Know You Wish They Were Here With This Sweet Disney Pandora Charm! View the full article

2020 is the year that turned face masks into necessities, and at Disney World, they’ve become as vital as Minnie Ears and Spirit Jerseys! Not only do they keep others — and ourselves — safe, but let’s FACE it: they’ve become a fashion staple too! Face Masks With each batch of new masks, Disney continues to delight with fun patterns, colors, and characters, and they’re latest masks do NOT disappoint with options ranging from the Cheshire Cat to Storm Troopers! Ever since reopening in summer 2020, Disney World periodically releases new face masks, which so far have run the gamut from Avatar and Up balloons to Goofy’s smiling mouth! New ‘Soul’ Face Masks Disney has released some new masks for Star Wars fans! There’s a white face mask that says “May The Force Be With You,” alongside some blue space ships. Star Wars Mask In case you’re tempted to join the Dark Side, there’s even a Storm Trooper Face Mask. These would pair nicely with a Darth Vader face mask! Storm Trooper Mask In other non-Star Wars alien news, there’s a Stitch Face Mask FILLED with the smiling blue critter in various poses of giddiness! Stitch Mask Calling all Groot groupies! The Guardians of the Galaxy cutie now has his own face mask, with the lil’ tree grasping a flower and saying “I Am Groot”! Groot Mask Since face masks cover our constant smiles, it’s good to have a bright-pink Cheshire Cat Face Mask do the smiling for us! Also, would it be cool or weird to eat Cheshire Cat Tails while wearing a Cheshire Cat mask? Asking for a friend. Cheshire Cat Face Mask And finally, when you just want to shout your Disney love out loud, there’s a blue mask with the words “I Love Walt Disney World” in classic Disney font. I Love Walt Disney World Mask As usual, all masks go for $9.99, and we found these new ones at Legends of Hollywood in Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Mouse Gear at EPCOT, and we’ll be sure to keep our eyes peeled for other locations! Read more about Disney World’s face mask policy 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! Preorder 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 new face mask is your favorite? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTOS: Channel Your Inner Cheshire Cat (or Storm Trooper?!) With These NEW Face Masks at Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: This is the Way! The Baby Yoda Spirit Jersey Has Flown into Disney World! What’s New at Hollywood Studios: A Line That Stretches Backstage, Haunted Mansion Dooneys, and More Baby Yoda Stuff! Our Tips for How to Score The Hardest to Find Disney World Merchandise in the Parks View the full article

Between the Disney parks closing, reopening, and decking out for the holidays early, we’ve seen a lot this past year. Walt Disney World Gateway When we were making our list of must-see’s in 2020, there’s a lot that we just couldn’t have imagined. So, we’ve gone through our photo library and found 12 photos that your 2019 self probably wouldn’t have imagined capturing at Disney World. Temperature Checks We used to stand in line to let Disney Security Cast Members ruffle through our bags, but we could never have imagined standing in line for temperature checks to get into the park. Temperature Check These checkpoints were implemented in July when the parks reopened and guests must have a temperature of less than 100.4 degrees. If you don’t pass, you will head to a re-screening tent where you can sit and cool off. If your temperature is still 100.4F when they test you again, you and the rest of your party are not permitted to enter the parks (this is also at Disney Springs). Plexiglass And Disney World added extra health and safety measures, so there was plexiglass in lines… . Flight of Passage Line Plexiglass on rides… . Train Cars Plexiglass everywhere… . Plexiglass at Cash Register The plexiglass has been installed throughout the parks and enables queues, rides, and other aspects of Disney to function under health and safety precautions. Disney has even used the plexiglass dividers on attractions to load more guests in at a time, which may lessen the wait times. Read more about plexiglass on Disney World attractions here! Distancing Dots They also put down stickers everywhere, and not the kind of stickers that Cast Members give out to kids. This is what Disney has implemented to assist guests in remaining 6-feet apart. Rise of the Resistance Queue But, this physical distancing measure that Disney has implemented into their attraction queues has made for some CRAZY long lines at Disney World this holiday season. Face Masks We also added a new Disney accessory to the closet — face masks. Cast Members The current face mask policy is that all guests over the age of 2 must wear a face mask at all times while visiting the parks, except for when actively eating or drinking when stationary. Pandora Face Masks And, Disney even bolstered their face mask policy in October, and guests who do not properly wear an approved face mask will be asked to leave. For guests who need a break from wearing their face masks all day, Disney created several ‘relaxation stations’ in each theme park. Read all about masks in Disney World here. Ride Lines Disney had to get creative this year with ride lines because even short wait times spanned beyond the limit of the attraction queues. This photo of the Flight of Passage line yesterday was about 90 minutes but guests spanned into Harambe Theater. We certainly learned not to judge a line by the length it spans! Flight of Passage Queue And, because lines needed to be distanced, Cast Members at the Haunted Mansion had to retire the phrase “please fill in all the dead space” and trade it in for, “maintain physical distancing while in line.” Haunted Mansion Line on Labor Day Rivers of America Drained As you wait in line at Haunted Mansion, you will get a view of a completely drained Rivers of America. The river was drained as part of the Liberty Square Riverboat and Tom Sawyer Island refurbishment. Drained Rivers of America Haunted Mansion Stretching Room And your 2019 self would have been mind-blown to think that you don’t get to experience the stretching room pre-show. Most pre-shows around the parks are suspended for the time being to avoid crowding. Walking through The Stretching Room An Updated Castle And last, but not least, Cinderella Castle underwent a major refurbishment just in time to welcome guests back to the parks! Who would have thought that we’d not have a PINK castle? Cinderella’s Castle at Magic Kingdom So, as you write up your must-see list for 2021…actually…you know what, just scrap it — we can’t even imagine what Disney World could look like next year? We’ll continue to share all of the Disney Park updates into the new year and, we never know what we’ll see next. Check out pics of some crazy long lines at Disney World this holiday season! 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! Preorder 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 photo surprised you the most? Let us know in the comments! The post 13 Disney World Photos Your 2019 Self Wouldn't Believe! first appeared on the disney food blog. 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Welcome back, DFB friends! We’re here with another What’s New at EPCOT Resorts! Strawberry and Champagne Cupcake And, we’ve got plenty of food and crowd updates from New Year’s Day to share with you. So, what are you waiting for? Let’s dive right on in! Disney’s BoardWalk Inn Crowd Update New Year’s brought quite the amount of guests ready to ring in the New Year at the BoardWalk! During our visit, it was a bit more busy than we’ve seen the resort since its re-opening. Guests made their way between EPCOT and Disney’s BoardWalk Inn to explore both the park and resort… EPCOT Walkway …as well as grab a few slices of pizza from the BoardWalk Pizza Window! BoardWalk Atmosphere The pizza window had a long line and the outside seating was busy as guests wanted a snack before their New Year’s festivities kicked off. See the latest news at EPCOT Disney’s Yacht and Beach Club Food Update Market at Ale & Compass and Beach Club Marketplace Champagne and chocolate practically go hand-in-hand! And, the Yacht Club’s Market at Ale & Compass and the Beach Club Marketplace were both serving up Sparkling Wine and Chocolate Truffles for New Year’s Eve. ©Disney We tried this over at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, and loved this combo to ring in the New Year! What Could Possibly Go Wrong With Truffles and Booze in Disney World? Ale & Compass Over at the Ale & Compass Restaurant inside the Yacht Club, a Cast Member told us that there was going to be a Prime Rib dinner special for the holiday! Ale & Compass Even though it wasn’t posted on the My Disney Experience app or the online menus, this was a pretty cool secret holiday menu item! Read our recent review of breakfast at Ale and Compass Well, that’s all for this What’s New at EPCOT Resorts! We’ll catch you next time for more food and crowd updates. And, if you have any questions about how your upcoming Disney vacation might look different, let us know so we can help you find the answers. Here is what’s new at 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! Preorder 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 EPCOT? Let us know in the comments below! The post What's New at the EPCOT Resorts: New Year's Eve Crowds and Specialty Treats! 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! There’s Another Candy Corn Cupcake in Disney World. But How Does It Stack Up Against the Rest? What’s New at Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort: The CUTEST Halloween Parasols and an Update on the Polynesian’s Construction! View the full article

We’ve officially changed over the calendar year and we’re kicking off the year by sharing what’s new at Disney Springs! Disney Springs While you’re still trying to figure out how to turn the ’20’ in 2020 into ’21’ on everything you write, here’s all the new things you can find at Disney World’s shopping and dining district! Disney Springs Food Update Coca Cola Rooftop Bar There’s a new attention-grabbing drink at the Coca-Cola Rooftop Beverage Bar and it’s SUPER photogenic! The new drink of the month is the Winter Flurry Punch and we had to give the electric blue drink a try! Winter Flurry Punch The Winter Flurry Punch is made with Malibu Rum, Blue Curacao, Fanta Pineapple, and Sprite. It is garnished with a lemon slice and blue rock candy, adding a crunchy sugar rush to the drink. Whoever thought of adding rock candy to a cocktail, we you. Winter Flurry Punch We liked the fruity drink and thought of a few ways to make it even better. You can pick on up yourself for $10 at the rooftop bar now through the end of January! Click here to see our full review of the Winter Flurry Punch Gideon’s Bakehouse Hot Cookie Hour The highly anticipated Gideon’s Bakehouse location at Disney Springs has been open for less than 2 weeks, and we’ve already tried a lot of their popular cookies. But, we finally got to try the new special event called Hot Cookie Hour. Hot Cookie Hour Hot Cookie Hour is available from 7PM-8PM (or until they sell out) at the bakehouse and during this limited time you can get a HOT (!!) Chocolate Chip Cookie topped with a scoop of Kelly’s Homemade Ice Cream (vanilla or chocolate) for $10! Did Lizzie McGuire ever try this? Because this HAS to be what she was singing about when she said “this is what dreams are made of.” Hot Cookie Hour Be sure that you time your spot in the virtual queue (which was up to a 180-minute wait yesterday!) so that you’re there during the special hour! Read our full Hot Cookie Hour review here! Disney Springs Merchandise Update Mickey Balloons While we were at Disney Springs over the holiday weekend, we spotted a new balloon in the bundle! We had found the Confetti Mickey Balloon at Magic Kingdom for $17 and it looks like these babies made their way to another location. New Year’s Mickey Balloons And, they even light up! New Year’s Balloons The balloons were only available on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day so if you didn’t get your hands on one over the holiday, you’ll have to wait for their return hopefully later in the year. If Disney is listening — we want these beauties back! Anthropologie We also found an assortment of new face masks at Anthropologie. With Disney cracking down on their face mask policy, we think these could be a great option to add to your collection for days at the Disney parks. Face Masks at Anthropologie There was a good assortment of florals, stripes, and other cute patterns to choose from. And, they even had options for the straps that go over your ears — with some being fabric, some having adjustable elastic straps, and others with the simple elastic. These are available near the beauty items in the store for $8. That’s it for Disney Springs! Stay tuned as we keep you updated on all things new at Disney in the new year! Check out what the crowds were like at Disney on New Years Day! 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! Preorder 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 Gideon’s Bakehouse at Disney Springs yet? Let us know what you think in the comments! The post What's New at Disney Springs: Gideon's Bakehouse Hot Cookie Hour, an Insta-Worthy Drink, and More! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Review! This Beautiful Boozy Drink in Disney World is Perfect for Instagram! This Was The BEST Surprise We Saw ALL DAY at Disney Springs! Gideon’s Bakehouse at Disney Springs Will Feature an Explosion of Artist Collabs When It Opens! View the full article

It’s no secret that we have some favorite snacks at Disney World, and we’re always sad when they go away, even temporarily! Trolley Car Cafe We’ve been a fan of the Carrot Cake Cookie since we discovered it at Writer’s Stop at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. It later turned up at Sweet Spells. Now that both locations are gone, though, we see it often at the Trolley Car Cafe. But it disappeared a few months ago to make way for the Holiday Red Velvet Whoopie Pie. And although we enjoyed the new treat, we missed our Carrot Cake Cookie! But today, the beloved cookie is back!!! Carrot Cake Cookie This iconic treat is made with loads of yummy cream cheese frosting sandwiched between two delicious cake-like carrot cake cookies. It’s also HUGE, so you can share it with a friend or just snack on it ALL DAY. Carrot Cake Cookie You can treat yo self now and grab one for $3.99. And we’ll keep an eye out for more of our favorite returning treats! DFB Cookie Showdown PART 2: Hollywood Studios’ Carrot Cake Cookie vs. Red Velvet Whoopie Pie! 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! Preorder 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 Carrot Cake Cookie? Let us know in the comments! The post Oh, Happy Day! The Beloved Carrot Cake Cookie Has RETURNED To Disney's Hollywood Studios! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: DFB Cookie Showdown PART 2: Hollywood Studios’ Carrot Cake Cookie vs. Red Velvet Whoopie Pie! What’s New at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Art of Animation, and Pop Century: May 15, 2018 Disney Food Video: GET THIS at Disney’s Hollywood Studios View the full article

When it comes to unique ice cream flavors, Downtown Disney’s Salt & Straw comes up with some super interesting combinations — spiked eggnog ice cream anyone? Salt & Straw We also loved the holiday flavors the shop released in December! But for the New Year, Salt & Straw is introducing its Vegandulgence flavors, which are 100% plant-based! And we’ve got a sneak peek at those new vegan flavors! Guests visiting the location can indulge in Peanut Butter Strawberry Crumble, Bourbon and Caramelized Honeycomb, Chocolate Hazelnut Cookies and Cream, Coconut Rice Pudding, and Banana Avocado Sorbet! Vegandulgence Series from Salt & Straw Don’t these flavors look incredible?!? So if you’re looking for some dairy-free ice cream to nom on, head on over to Salt & Straw at Downtown Disney and pick up a few scoops. You can also order these flavors online! Check back with us soon to find out what other treats the New Year is bringing to Disney Parks! What’s New at Downtown Disney: Unique Pins and LOTS of Cats and Dogs Merch! 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! Preorder Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Have you ever had Salt & Straw ice cream? Let us know in the comments! The post Banana and Avacado Sorbet?!? Downtown Disney's Salt & Straw is Offering NEW Vegan Ice Cream Flavors first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: See What We Think Of The BRAND NEW Limited Time Flavors at Disneyland’s Salt & Straw Ice Cream REVIEW! We’re Eating at The New Asian Street Eats in Downtown Disney in Disneyland! What’s New at Disneyland Hotels and Downtown Disney: Peanut Butter Blondies, Sorcerer Mickey Cupcakes, and Class of 2020 Grad Ears! View the full article

Save the date! The Food & Wine Classic at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin is officially scheduled to return in 2021! Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort Many Disney World guests look forward to checking out the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival each year. But did you know there’s another must-do foodie event within walking distance to EPCOT?? For the past ten years, the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin has hosted the annual Food & Wine Classic. In addition to incredible food and beverage offerings, previous events have also included seminars on food and wine pairings, pasta making, craft cocktails, and more! Wine Blending at the 2019 Food & Wine Classic It’s time to break out your 2021 calendar because dates for this year’s Food & Wine Classic have now been announced. The Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic will return on October 29th and 30th, 2021! Food & Wine Classic Event ticket and room package options will be announced soon and we’ll be on the lookout for more details as they become available. Stay tuned to Disney Food Blog for all the latest news and updates! Kick Off 2021 With Some Specialty Food & Wine Events at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin! 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! Preorder 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 the Food & Wine Classic? Share your experience in the comments! The post Dates Released for the 2021 Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: TWO Menus Just Dropped for Sip, Savor, & Stay Saturdays at Disney World’s Swan and Dolphin Resort! You Don’t Even Need a Park Ticket for This Underrated Disney World Foodie Event! Is $295 For This All-Inclusive Disney World Food Event Worth It? (Answer: YES.) View the full article

DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. One thing that we’ve done a lot of in 2020 is channel our inner Remy by doing a lot of baking AND cooking! Buon Appetito Mickey Kitchen Collection And to assist us with our cooking needs, Disney has released lots of new kitchen gear! We’re checking out a few items that can help you level up your kitchen the Disney way! Whether you’re serving up soup or ice cream, you’ll need a good set of bowls, and this Mickey Mouse Bowl Set is such a cute way to do the job! Even better? They’re stackable, which makes them easy to store. Mickey Mouse Bowl Set ©shopDisney For $34.99, you get three bowls in three different colors — white, tan, and black. The ceramic bowls feature a pattern of raised Mickeys on the outside with a Mickey icon on the inside bottom. Click here to buy the Mickey Mouse Bowl Set You can bring your Disney home to your real home with the Fantasyland Castle Table Runner for $49.99. Fantasyland Castle Table Runner ©shopDisney The all-cotton table runner is tan with a series of stripes, and has the word “Home” on it with Cinderella Castle portraying the “O.” There really is no place like home! Click here to buy the Fantasyland Castle Table Runner Entertain in style (even if it is just you and your family at home) with this Mickey Mouse Lazy Susan Tray, which is made from fired acacia wood with a chalkboard rim (and yes, you can mark it with the included pencil). We’ve got three words: ROTATING CHEESE BOARD. Mickey Mouse Lazy Susan Tray ©shopDisney And of course, Mickey greets guests from the center of the tray as they try whatever delicious yumminess you place on it. You can grab it now for $99.99. Click here to buy the Mickey Mouse Lazy Susan Tray Cleaning your dishes with the Disneyland Monorail Sponge will make the task downright zippy — and fun! Disneyland Monorail Sponge ©shopDisney The sponge, which costs $6.99, features a scrubber side, as well as a softer no-scratch side for your more delicate pots and pans! Click here to buy the Disneyland Monorail Sponge Dine like a princess with the Beauty and the Beast Serving Stone that will add an element of class to any table. And it even features rose gold inlay artwork of the bell jar with Beast’s enchanted rose in it! Beauty and the Beast Serving Stone ©shopDisney Don’t worry, though — the petals won’t fall off this rose! This beautiful serving stone, which costs $74.99, is made of marble with an acacia base. Click here to buy the Beauty and the Beast Serving Stone If you’re looking to make a pizza that is out of this world, you’ve gotta see the Toy Story Pizza Maker with the Pizza Planet logo on top! Toy Story Pizza Maker ©shopDisney This baby can bake up to a 12″ frozen pizza or an 11″ hand-tossed pizza with rising crust, but it’s not JUST for pizza — you can even make quesadillas and more with it! Grab it now for $49.95. Click here to buy the Toy Story Pizza Maker When Woody rustles himself up some grub, we bet he protects his hands from hot pans by using the Bullseye Pot Holder. Bullseye Pot Holder ©shopDisney This pot holder, which is $14.99, features the face of Woody’s trusty steed in applique with chenille eyes and embroidered details. It also has a pocket in the back and a loop for hanging so you can always keep Bullseye around and handy! Click here to buy the Bullseye Pot Holder If you’re not making Mickey Mouse waffles, are they really even waffles? And that’s why you gotta snag the Mickey Mouse Waffle Maker! It’s such a fun and easy way to bring the Disney magic home. Mickey Mouse Waffle Maker ©shopDisney Oh, boy! You can grab the waffle maker now for $34.95. Click here to buy the Mickey Mouse Waffle Maker That morning cup of joe would look like a star inside the Disney’s Hollywood Studios Collage Starbucks Ceramic Travel Tumbler. Hurray for Hollywood…Studios! Disney’s Hollywood Studios Collage Starbucks Ceramic Travel Tumbler ©shopDisney This travel mug for $24.99 features some of Hollywood Studios’ most iconic attractions, including the Tower of Terror, Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster, Fantasmic, and Slinky Dog Dash. Click here to buy the Disney’s Hollywood Studios Collage Starbucks Ceramic Travel Tumbler Chip has never looked sweeter than he does on this Chip Teacup and Spoon Set. This is how you properly do tea in a Disney home! Chip Teacup and Spoon Set ©shopDisney This ceramic cup and spoon, which is $19.95 are ready to invite you to “Be Our Guest” to a nice cuppa coffee! Click here to buy the Chip Teacup and Spoon Set When it comes time to cut and serve the cake, do it in style with this Mickey Mouse Icon Cake Serving Set, which features two forks, a knife with “Once upon a time” engraved on its blade, and a cake server with “Happily ever after” engraved on its blade. Mickey Mouse Icon Cake Serving Set ©shopDisney All pieces have Mickey and a filigree pattern on the handles. You can grab the full set for $44.99. Click here to buy the Mickey Mouse Icon Cake Serving Set Now that you’ve got the utensils you need to cut and serve the cake. We found this Mickey Mouse Cake Stand and we had to show you. What an adorable way to display your glorious creation?! It features Mickey in gold pants, holding up a serving plate with Mickey icons on it. Mickey Mouse Cake Stand ©shopDisney And even if you don’t put a cake on it, this stand, which is $44.99, is a great centerpiece for your table! Click here to buy the Mickey Mouse Cake StandB Celebrate the golden age of Disney animation with the Disney Ink & Paint Ceramic Salad Plate Set – ’30s – ’40s that features four plates with classic Disney characters: Snow White, Pinocchio, Hyacinth Hippo and Ben Ali Gator from Fantasia, and The Three Caballeros! Disney Ink & Paint Ceramic Salad Plate Set – ’30s – ’40s ©shopDisney This four-plate collection would also make a good dessert plate set! It’s now on sale for $29.98 (regularly $39.99). Click here to buy the Disney Ink & Paint Ceramic Salad Plate Set – ’30s – ’40s We think this kitchen merch is a great way to fill your home kitchen with Disney magic year-round and can help you on your way to becoming a Disney kitchen master! Once your kitchen is stocked, make sure to head on over to our recipes page and create even more magic! Make Your Kitchen Magical With These Disney Kitchen Accessories! 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! Preorder 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 Disney kitchen items do you own? Let us know in the comments! The post Can You Call Yourself A Disney Kitchen MASTER If You Don't Have This Gear? first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Our Favorite Star Wars Bounty Hunter Finally Shines In This New Kitchenware Collection! There’s a New Star Wars-Inspired Tiki Mug, and It’s HUGE! Get Grungy With This New Disney Villains Loungefly Backpack! View the full article

Gideon’s Bakehouse, the newest spot in Disney Springs, has FINALLY opened! Hello Gargoyle! Gideon’s Bakehouse shared that it would have a soft opening beginning on December 23rd. We’ve been (im)patiently awaiting this opening for a while now, and we are so thrilled to finally get our hands on these cookies!! One of the things we’ve been most looking forward to following the opening of Gideon’s Bakehouse is its Hot Cookie Hour. Sound intriguing? We thought so, too! We luckily got to experience Hot Cookie Hour on National Dessert Day at Gideon’s other location in the Orlando East End Market. During Hot Cookie Hour, you can get a warm chocolate chip cookie (they’re huge, by the way) topped with a scoop of homemade ice cream! ©Gideon’s Bakehouse The warm, freshly baked Original Chocolate Chip Cookie topped with the Kelly’s Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream makes for a delicious pairing! Hot Cookie Hour Look at how that cold ice cream is all melty on that hot cookie! Note that you can only get chocolate chip for Hot Cookie Hour. Hot Cookie Hour Guests can enjoy Hot Cookie Hour each evening from 7PM-8PM over at Gideon’s Bakehouse for $10. If you’re craving something sweet after your dinner at Disney Springs, head on over! Hot Cookie Hour Now that Gideon’s Bakehouse has officially opened, you may or may not find us over there…well…pretty darn often! Check back with us for more updates about dining locations and sweet spots in Disney World! Check out more from opening day at Gideon’s Bakehouse! 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! Preorder Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Will you be visiting Gideon’s Bakehouse during your next trip to Disney Springs? Tell us in the comments! The post REVIEW: Hot Cookie Hour at Gideon's Bakehouse in Disney Springs is HERE! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: “Cool” Summer Themed Dome Cake and MORE at Amorette’s Patisserie in Disney Springs PHOTO: Gideon’s Bakehouse Shares Another Sneak Peek At Their Upcoming Disney World Shop This GORGEOUS Cake in Disney World Is Giving Us MAJOR Black Flame Candle Vibes View the full article

If you’re looking for a delicious cocktail in Disney World, there are plenty of great options to be found in Disney Springs! Disney Springs One spot you may want to stop on your Disney Springs cocktail crawl is the Coca-Cola Rooftop Beverage Bar, where guests can enjoy some awesome views along with their beverages. The Coca-Cola Rooftop Beverage Bar is perched atop the Coca-Cola Store in the Town Center area of Disney Springs. We decided to swing by on our recent trip to see what’s new to kick off 2021! Coca-Cola Store And the newest Drink of the Month, the Winter Flurry Punch, immediately caught our eye — just look at that electric blue color! Yup, they got our attention with this one. We had to give it a try to see what this vibrant boozy beverage is all about! Winter Flurry Punch The Winter Flurry Punch is made with Malibu Rum, Blue Curacao, Fanta Pineapple, and Sprite, plus it’s garnished with a lemon slice and blue rock candy. Winter Flurry Punch This drink was super fruity, refreshing, and crisp. It wasn’t very alcohol-forward, so it could be a good option for someone craving a cocktail that isn’t super boozy. And, of course, it was just as gorgeous in person, so it would make the perfect addition to your Instagram feed! Winter Flurry Punch We would have preferred a bit more Malibu in the drink — we were mostly picking up flavors from the Fanta Pineapple and blue curacao. If you like your drinks stiff, this one might not be for you! Winter Flurry Punch If you want to give the Winter Flurry Punch a try, you can snag one for $10 at the Coca-Cola Rooftop Beverage Bar from now through the end of January. Cheers to 2021, DFB friends! Check Out This Fizzy Secret Menu Drink in Disney’s Animal Kingdom! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Preorder 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. Where is your favorite place to grab a drink in Disney Springs? Let us know in the comments! The post Review! This Beautiful Boozy Drink in Disney World is Perfect for Instagram! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: What’s New at Disney Springs — A BRAND NEW Store, Potato Chips IN A Cake, and MORE Mermaid Merch… What’s New in Disney Springs — Pumpkin Cannolis, Fall Decorations, and SO MUCH MERCH! What’s New Disney Springs: Star Wars Charms, Halloween Bath Bombs, and a Black Widow Cocktail! View the full article

December has been full of restaurant reopenings, menu changes, and a brand new cookie joint at Disney Springs! Cinderella’s Royal Table And we’ve been covering it all to keep you updated. But if you’ve missed some announcements specifically about menu changes and updates, here are all the menu updates we’ve seen this past month! Magic Kingdom Cinderella’s Royal Table Cinderella’s Royal Table got a brand new entree to choose from this month: a Braised Lamb Shank served with Cannellini Bean Ragoût, caramelized pickled shallots, and herbed panko breadcrumbs. Braised Lamb Shank ©Disney This is in addition to the other entrees you can get with your meal. Both lunch and dinner are available now, priced at $62.00 per adult, and $37.00 per child (ages -9). For adults, the meal includes a choice of one appetizer, one entree, and one dessert. For kids, it includes a choice of one appetizer, one entree, two sides, and a dessert. Read more about the new menu item at Cinderella’s Royal Table Hollywood Studios Woody’s Lunch Box Woody’s Lunch Box is offering breakfast again! The two returning breakfast items are the Breakfast Bowl ($8.79) and Kid’s Breakfast Bowl ($5.49). Both include potato barrels (tots), gravy, scrambled eggs, and green onions. The Kid’s bowl comes with an orange, potato barrels, and a drink. Breakfast Bowl However, please note that these offerings might only be temporary through the busy holiday season. We will keep you posted if this offering changes. Read more about breakfast returning to Woody’s Lunch Box EPCOT Spice Road Table Spice Road Table at the Morocco Pavilion reopened this month with a completely revamped menu. Now it’s focusing completely on small Mediterranean bites. Tiropitakia and Spiced Chicken Here’s the new menu: Hummus Fries with citrus chipotle and preserved lemon for $10 Pomegranate-Chili Crispy Cauliflower with Red Pepper Aleppo Sauce (Plant-based) for $10 Fried Calamari with Remoulade and Harissa Sauce for $12 Grilled Lamb Kefta with Tzatziki, Radish, and Cherry Tomato Confit for $12 Naan Spreads with Hummus, Chermoula, Marinated Olives, and Za’atar for $10 Spicy Shrimp with Chili, Garlic, and Peri Peri Sauce for $12 Tiropitakia which is a Cheese-filled Phyllo with a Cucumber-Tomato Relish for $9 Dolmas which is Grape Leaves filled with Rice and Herbs, Marinated Olives, and Charred Lemon (Plant-based) for $9 Spiced Chicken with Ras el Hanout and Mint Yogurt for $11 Spice Road Table Sampler which includes Lamb Kefta, Tzatziki, Spiced Chicken, and Tiropitakia for $15 Dessert Platter with Assorted Moroccan Pastries for $9 Read our review of the reopened Spice Road Table here! Disney Springs YeSake YeSake added a new item to its menu: a Pizza Bun! It’s a Japanese-style bun with sausage marínala and cheese inside it. It’s inspired by a Japanese winter street food called “Pizza Man.” Pizza Bun While we love the idea behind this new eat, we were a bit disappointed to find that our pizza buns had NO cheese. Hopefully, this was just a fluke and your pizza bun is a cheesy pizza paradise. Read our review of the Pizza Bun here! City Works Eatery & Pour House City Works Eatery & Pour House now has a grab and go menu! You can choose from four items: Walking Buffalo Nachos for $11 — pulled buffalo chicken, bleu cheese cream, housemade giardiniera, and corn tortilla chips. Duck Fat Popcorn — duck fat popped corn, peanuts, applewood smoked bacon, caramel, and sea salt for $9. Pulled Pork Sandwich — smoked pork shoulder, bbq sauce, cider mustard, coleslaw, and spicy pickles on a kaiser roll for $14. Peanut Butter Snickers Cup — Oreo cookie crumble, peanut butter mousse, whipped cream, and Snickers for $10 Peanut Butter Snickers Cup This is a great option if you’re just looking to have a quick bite or not really feeling the whole sit-down meal vibe. Read more about the City Works grab-and-go menu by clicking here! Blaze Fast-Fire’d Pizza We love cheese, so we’re very happy about the addition of Cheesy Bread on the Blaze Fast-Fire’d Pizza menu. Cheesy Bread ©Blaze Pizza It’s made with Blaze’s high-rise dough and TONS of shredded mozzarella (vegan cheese is also available), garnished with oregano and a drizzle of olive oil. Read more about the new Blaze Cheesy Bread here! Vivoli Il Gelato There were LOADS of menu changes at Vivoli Il Gelato: Gelato Flavors NEW: Banana Coconut flavor, Coco, was moved to the sorbet section. Affogatos and Floats (previously Milkshakes and Floats) Fresco Float — lemon and strawberry sorebetto, San Pellergino Limonata, fresh strawberries, and whipped cream for $11 Tropicale Float — coconut and mango sorebetto with San Pellergino Arancia Rossa, whipped cream, and cherry for $11 Espresso Affogato — your choice of gelato with a shot of espresso and whipped cream for $10.50 Hot Chocolate Affogato — your choice of gelato with hot chocolate and whipped cream for $10.50 Cotton Candy Affogato — your choice of gelato with espresso, cotton candy, and whipped cream for $11 Gelato Milkshakes ($12) Spumoni Shake, the Italian Stallion Shake, and the Mocha Caramel Shake are no longer available. NEW: Mint Cookies ‘n’ Cream Shake — a blend of mint chocolate chip and cookies gelato, milk, chocolate sauce, and crushed cookies for $12 NEW: Java Chip Shake — coffee and chocolate chip gelato, chocolate sauce, and chocolate shavings for $12 NEW: Strawberry Banana Split Shake — strawberry sorbetto, banana gelato, milk, chocolate sauce, caramel sauce, and peanuts for $12 NEW: Peanut Butter Caramel Shake — peanut butter and salted caramel gelato, milk, caramel sauce, and peanuts for $12 NEW: Cake Batter Shake — cake batter gelato, milk, whipped cream, and rainbow sprinkles for $12 House Specials (previously Sundaes and Sandwiches) The Waffle Sliders, the Double Chocolate Waffle Sundae, and the Matcha Affogato have been removed from the menu. NEW: Truffle Brownie à la mode with a truffle brownie bar, your choice of gelato, sauce, and whipped cream for $10.50. The Spaghetti Sundae has returned for $12! It’s vanilla and chocolate gelato with strawberry sauce, made to look like spaghetti. Spaghetti Sundae ©DisneySprings Paninis Nutella S’mores Panini is gone NEW: Nutella and Seasonal Fruit Panini for $8 NEW: Prosciutto and Cheese Panini for $10 NEW: BZT Panini with bacon, roasted zucchini, basil, roasted tomato, and buffalo mozzarella for $9.50 Bakery The entire Waffles section of the menu is gone and has been replaced with a Bakery section Cookie for $5.50 4 Large Cookies for $16.50 Cannoli for $6.50. Truffle Brownie now costs $5.50, rather than $5. The price of the 4 Mini Bombolonis has increased from $5 to $6 Vivoli Il Gelato Drinks Espresso now costs $3.50 rather than $3 Double Espresso has gone up in price, from $4.00 to $4.25 Cappuccino and Caffé Latte cost $5.50, instead of $5 An Americano costs $3.50 rather than $3.25. The price of the Mocha and Caramel Lattes has gone up from $5.75 to $6. NEW: Hot Chocolate for $5.50 NEW: Nutella Latte for $6 NEW: Simply Orange Juice and Lemonade for $5 NEW: Assorted canned beverages for $3.50. Read more about Vivoli Il Gelato’s Menu Changes here! Resorts Tambu Lounge Tambu Lounge is now serving a bread pudding inspired by the ‘Ohana Bread Pudding we love so much. This sweet treat, though, is a warm, pineapple bread served with a caramel sauce. Although this isn’t EXACTLY like our favorite bread pudding, it’s a worthy substitute. Tambu Lounge Bread Pudding This dessert is available after 5PM and it costs $12. Learn more about Tambu Lounge’s bread pudding Those are all the menu changes for December, but stay tuned because we’ll keep reporting on any other changes we find at Disney World! Reviews of EVERY 2020 Holiday Treat 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! Preorder 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! 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EPCOT’s Festival of the Holidays may be over, but we’re gearing up for the next big festival, which begins next week! EPCOT Festival of the Arts Map The Festival of the Arts starts on January 8th, and we’re pretty stoked to see the return of the Wonderful Walk of Colorful Cuisine as part of the celebration! The Wonderful Walk of Colorful Cuisine debuted last year and is designed to take guests on a vibrant tour around EPCOT to try a variety of dishes based on certain colors. Participating guests can get a Wonderful Walk Passport, which will list five items from various food booths at the festival. Wonderful Walk of Colorful Cuisine Passport from 2020 For each dish, guests get a sticker to put into their passport and once they have all five stickers, they can turn it in to the Decadent Delights booth for a complimentary, special reward! And now we know what the five dishes will be! Here they are: Red will be represented by Remy’s Ratatouille with Eggplant, Zucchini, Yellow Squash, Tomatoes, and Red Pepper Piperade from Festival Favorites. Blue will be represented by Blue Corn Pupusa stuffed with Cheese and topped with Shredded Pork, Guajillo and Árbol Chile Sauce, Cabbage Slaw, and Aji Amarillo Crema from Vibrante & Vivido Green will be represented by Pistachio Cake with Cherry Mousse and Morello Cherries from The Painter’s Palate Pink will be represented by Vanilla, Rose Water, and Pistachio Panna Cotta from Masterpiece Kitchen Orange will be represented by Mouskoutchou: Orange Cake with Cinnamon-Orange Chocolate Mousse from Mosaic Canteen Vanilla, Rose Water, and Pistachio Panna Cotta The reward for completing this colorful food journey is The Artist Palette Cookie! Jumbo Chocolate Chip Cookie We really enjoyed the walk last year and we can’t wait to do it again — and we’ll be sure to let you know what we think when we do! PHOTOS: Early Look at Some of the Artwork Coming to EPCOT’s Festival of the Arts! 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! Preorder Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Will you be attending this year’s Festival of the Arts? Let us know in the comments! The post Here are the Featured Foods for EPCOT's Festival of the Arts Wonderful Walk of Colorful Cuisine! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Best of the Fest: What to Eat at the 2018 Epcot Festival of the Arts! NEWS! Booths Announced for the 2021 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts! We’re LIVE From the First Day of the 2020 Epcot International Festival of the Arts! View the full article

Hey, friends! We’re back with another DFB Video covering all the latest Disney news! Coffee Toffee Cookie at Gideon’s It’s a new year and we’ve got new updates from the Disney Parks! The BEST cookies ever have arrived in Disney World, park hopping is back, and rides are getting a bit more crowded. All that and more Disney news, coming up right now! Check out all of the latest Disney news below! And if you love this video, there’s plenty more for you to enjoy over on our DFB YouTube Channel! By the way, have you subscribed yet? If you hit the button below, you can subscribe to the channel and never miss a single episode! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/subscribe.png So check out the video and then let us know: Which Gideon’s cookie flavor are you most excited to try? The post DFB Video: Latest Disney News: Park Hopping is BACK, the Best Cookies on Earth Arrive in Disney Springs & MORE! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: DFB Video: What You Need To Know From the Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge INFO BOMB DFB Video: NEW Disney World Secrets Nobody Has Noticed Yet DFB Video: Latest Disney Parks News — NEW Hotels, NEW Restaurants & TONS of Festival News for 2020! View the full article

Disney World Resorts are stunningly designed, excellently themed, and some of them have pretty luxurious accommodations. Grand Floridian Lobby We’ve got a lot of advice to share for those choosing where to stay in Disney World. But what if you want to stay somewhere a little EXTRA? Disney has you covered! Today we’re sharing our choices for the most ridiculously awesome hotel rooms in Disney World. The Polynesian Villa Bora Bora Bungalows Ever see those photos of those over-water bungalows in the real Polynesian with crystal clear aqua water surrounding them? Disney replicated that at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort but instead of picture-perfect water, you’ll be overlooking Cinderella Castle, Magic Kingdom, and Seven Seas Lagoon! Bora Bora Bungalow These rooms start at over $2000 a night (more specifically, between $2744 and $4976 a night), and offer a level of luxury that many of us don’t typically experience on a Disney World hotel stay! They were added on to the Polynesian with the addition of Disney Vacation Club rooms at the resort back in 2015. Bora Bora Bungalows These over-the-water buildings can sleep up to 8 people, with 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a living/dining/kitchen area, and a private back deck with a plunge pool. Honestly, we’re not really sure why there’s a plunge pool instead of a hot tub — a hot tub would be so much cooler/functional, right? ©Disney The inside of these places are pretty stunning though. The details in the craftsmanship and artwork really helps sell the Polynesian vibe, and we’d feel pretty relaxed staying in a place like this. Plus, the view can’t be beat — just take a look out that window! All the bungalows are situated down on the water with full views of the Magic Kingdom. ©Disney Even though the price is enough to make us gasp, the Polynesian Bungalows are still pretty high on our list of “dream stays”. Treehouse Villas at Saratoga Springs With a homey and rustic theme located in the relaxing woodland area of Walt Disney World Resort, the Treehouse Villas at Saratoga Springs are a charming piece of Disney history. These villas originally debuted in 1975 as part of a Lake Buena Vista community that never came to fruition (this is the area that is now Disney Springs!). They were later used as International College Program housing, then remodeled in 2009 and opened as a Disney Vacation Club property. ©Disney The octagonal-shaped buildings can house up to 9 people, with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a living/dining/kitchen area, and a porch, all elevated off the ground to give the “treehouse” feel. ©Disney The prices on a 2021 stay in the Treehouse Villas range from $927-$1749 per night, so you may want to get together with some friends and split this one. These buildings are located further away from the hustle and bustle of Disney World, so if you’re looking for a quiet place to unwind, these may be the perfect choice! (Plus, how often do you get to stay in a TREEHOUSE?!) Character Rooms Art of Animation Themed Rooms and Suites One of the most affordable options for special themed rooms at Walt Disney World is to get a character room! Disney’s Art of Animation Resort specializes in these with Little Mermaid-themed standard rooms and suites themed to The Lion King, Cars, or Finding Nemo. ©Disney This whole resort is practically exploding with fun themed decor and colors that carry on right into the rooms. Larger-than-life icons and specially themed pools and play areas are big draws of Disney’s Art of Animation, so it’s a great choice for families. Finding Nemo Suite at Art of Animation There are so many fun details in these rooms, from the ocean-based color scheme and art in the Finding Nemo suites to the toolbox dressers and traffic cone lamps in the Cars suites. ©Disney The Little Mermaid rooms are the cheapest, starting at $167 on select nights in January and going up to $320 a night for the week after Christmas. The suites have much more space and can hold up to six guests so they’re more expensive, ranging from $380 to $746 per night. ©Disney Your kids will adore seeing their favorite characters in their Disney hotel room — this could be a really fun surprise when you arrive! Port Orleans Resort Royal Guest Rooms Over at Port Orleans — Riverside, little princes and princesses can sleep like royalty in the Royal Guest Rooms. ©Disney With photos of Disney princesses on the wall and touches from their movies scattered throughout the room’s decor, there are so many Easter eggs to find in these hotel rooms! In 2o20, the prices for these rooms ranged from $304 to $449 per night, with an extra cost for a Royal Guest Room with an upgraded view. The resort hasn’t yet reopened, so we’re not sure what the prices will be like in 2021. ©Disney One of our favorite touches? The headboards light up with fireworks! After a busy day in the parks, you’ll feel like you’re being pampered when you come back to this classy place at night! Caribbean Beach Resort Pirate Rooms For the swashbuckling heroes out there, a pirate-themed hotel room probably sounds like a grand adventure, and that’s exactly what you’ll find at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort! Pirate Room As one of the more affordable options on this list, these rooms run $280-$414 per night in 2021. There are nautical details throughout the room, such as headboards shaped like masts and barrels for nightstands. ©Disney This room is perfect for telling stories of daring swordfights and ocean-crossing expeditions after a long day in a Disney World theme park! Savanna View Rooms at Animal Kingdom Lodge If you’re looking for a resort stay that’s more exotic, try staying in a Savanna View room at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge. This resort is attached to an African savanna, with a variety of animals roaming around outside, like zebras, giraffes, impala, ostriches, and more! Guests can book a room with a “savanna view”, meaning that you’ll be able to sit on your balcony and watch the wildlife. It’s about as close as you can get to staying IN Disney’s Animal Kingdom park! Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Savanna These rooms are a special “view” category, so they cost more than typical rooms at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge. Their pricing can range anywhere from the $500s to the $800s (for a standard room), depending on travel dates and which section of the resort you stay in. Booking one of these rooms during a time when discounts are available can save a lot of money! In fact, there’s currently a discount for 2021 that will allow you to save 35% on the price of your room! Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Keep in mind that the animals may not always be visible during your stay. They roam pretty freely, so they may be more active at certain times of the day. And those who want to stay here but don’t want to pay for the upgraded room can take advantage of the many savanna-viewing areas around the resort, or grab a meal at Sanaa, where you can snag a savanna-view table in the restaurant. Presidential and VP Suites If you’re looking for something similar to a traditional hotel room stay, but with a LOT more space and a LOT more luxury, then consider checking out the Presidential and VP Suites at various Walt Disney World Resorts. That is, if you have a lot of extra cash to spend! These rooms are BIG (about as large as many average-sized houses!) and they have incredibly luxurious features, which makes their prices pretty hefty. Disney’s Beach Club The Presidential Suite at Disney’s Contemporary Resort is located on the 14th floor, just below California Grill. It’s not over-the-top Disney themed like some other resort rooms, but it has 5 balconies with spectacular views of Disney’s Magic Kingdom! This room will cost you anywhere from $1900-$2800 PER NIGHT, depending on the season. ©Disney | Disney’s Contemporary Resort Presidential Suite You’ll find another spectacular suite over at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge — Jambo House, the Royal Asante Presidential Suite. It’s 2115 square feet and sleeps 6 adults, so everyone gets plenty of space! It features authentic African art, natural wood and stone elements, and spectacular savanna views. The price to stay here starts at around $2400 per night, so even split 6 ways, that’s still $400 a night per person! ©Disney You’ll find more Presidential or Vice Presidential Suites at the Beach Club, Polynesian, BoardWalk Inn, and Coronado Springs Resorts. The cheapest of these suites is at Coronado Springs, where the pricing for the room starts at $1250 per night, but the average price for a Presidential or Vice Presidential suite in Disney World is about $2000 a night. If you’ve got some money burning a hole in your pocket or you’ve got a large group looking for a hotel room that makes you feel like a celebrity, then maybe take a glance at one of these suites. At the Grand Floridian you can even stay in the same suite Princess Diana and her boys stayed in years ago! FAN. CY. ©Disney | Newport Presidential Suite at Disney’s Beach Club Resort These rooms are fully furnished, decorated to the extent of most people’s homes, and often have spectacular views of Disney World property, so we can definitely understand why a stay here would be tempting! 3 Bedroom Grand Villas Speaking of spacious accommodations, the 3 Bedroom Grand Villas at various Disney Vacation Club properties can sleep up to 12 people! These rooms typically come with 3 bedrooms, 3 (or more) bathrooms, a (very large) full-sized kitchen, living area, dining area, and a balcony. Grand Villa Dining Room at Disney’s Riviera Resort Just like several of the other places on our list, the materials used in this rooms are over-the-top and well-themed to their individual resorts. You’ll find 3 Bedroom Villas at a whole host of DVC properties, but you can score villas with special views (theme park, lake, or savanna view) at Bay Lake Tower, Animal Kingdom Lodge — Kidani Village, Animal Kingdom Lodge — Jambo House, and the Villas at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. ©Disney | 3 Bedroom Grand Villa at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Resort With a stay at one of these rooms, your family will be living in the lap of luxury while also having plenty of room for everyone to spread out and have their own space. Just look at how massive this bathroom is! ©Disney | 3 Bedroom Grand Villa at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Resort These rooms are available first for DVC members to book, so they’re pretty difficult to score and pricing is not readily available to the public (unless you call Disney to book for a specific date). In the past, the cheapest 3 Bedroom Grand Villa at Disney’s Old Key West started at $1500 a night, and the most expensive 3 Bedroom Grand Villa at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa was priced all the way to $4689. On average, you’ll spend about $2500-$3000 per night, depending on the time of year and which resort you choose. Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort If you’re a DVC member, you’ll spend the least amount of points at Old Key West, where the 3 Bedroom Grand Villas start at 47 points a night. This is significantly cheaper than at the Grand Floridian, where the prices start at 112 points per night. The Cabins at Copper Creek Villas at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge As far as luxury stays at Disney World goes, this option definitely makes the list. The Cascade Cabins sleep up to 8 people, with 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a MASSIVE living/dining/kitchen area, and a private screened porch with hot tub! (YEAH! Doesn’t THAT sound amazing?!) ©Disney But high-end, spacious accommodations like this don’t come at a small price. The cheapest night you can book to stay in these for 2021 is $2089, and the most expensive night will cost you $3972. When your wallet starts hurting, just think about the spectacular view you’d have from your personal hot tub. ©Disney These cabins really combine the best of both worlds: a luxe and relaxing mountain cabin retreat with a thrilling vacation to Walt Disney World. These cabins are basically Wilderness Lodge’s version of the Polynesian Bungalows, but with a rustic twist! Cinderella Castle Suite The last room on our list isn’t actually a room that you can pay for…in fact, you’ll have to be invited or win a contest to even stay here. That’s right, it’s the Cinderella Castle Suite! Cinderella Castle Suite ©Disney This space was originally built to be a suite for Walt Disney and his family, but since Walt passed away before the completion of Disney World, the apartment was never finished, and eventually turned into office space. In 2006 for the “Year of A Million Dreams” celebration, the Cinderella Castle Suite was finished as we know it today! That year gave many guests the chance to win a stay here, and since then, this has been Disney World’s most exclusive room. ©Disney Features here include accommodations for 6 people, a 24-hour concierge, a “magic mirror” TV, an antique limestone fireplace, stained glass windows, and a Jacuzzi tub complete with starry sky overhead. There is one way that guests can pay to visit this room — by adding it as an option to the customizable World of Dreams Tour. However, the tour costs $12,000, and guests won’t get to stay the night, just take a look. Cinderella Castle Well that’s a wrap on the most ridiculously awesome Disney World hotel rooms. Who knew there was so much luxury at a resort built for theme parks?! For more information and recommendations for Disney accommodations, stay tuned to DFB as we continue to share our best Disney planning tips! 6 Things in Disney World That Guests Don’t Get to See! 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! Preorder 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 of these rooms are on your must-stay list? Let us know your favorites in the comments! The post The 8 Most RIDICULOUSLY Awesome Disney World Hotel Rooms! first appeared on the disney food blog. 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Disney’s Riviera Resort had its grand opening last year, and it has brought us some pretty solid eats! Primo Piatto Sign Not only can you dine at the charming Topolino’s Terrace, but there’s also an incredible Italian-based quick-service location called Primo Piatto! We haven’t visited for a full review since the grand opening where we absolutely adored the unique eats and the chic design, so we are excited to take you back with us and see how the place is holding up. Without further ado, let’s dive in! Atmosphere Primo Piatto currently serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner and is the main quick-service spot for the resort. The hours are 7AM-11PM, so just about any time of day, you can grab a quick meal! Primo Piatto from Outside While there is not necessarily a specific backstory like some other Disney World restaurants, the decor features black and white photos of Walt Disney and vintage lighting fixtures. We think the decor is simple and elegant, especially with the black, white, and red color scheme and sleek design of the restaurant. Primo Piatto Atmosphere The restaurant is located on the first floor of the resort. The curved windows look out to the courtyard/pool area giving guests beautiful views as they eat. The restaurant offers both booths and chairs, and the geometric tile is a super unique floor pattern that we love. There’s an average amount of seating here by quick-service standards. We haven’t had trouble finding a spot to eat, but then again the restaurant is ofter fairly empty on our visits. Being located in the Riviera, it’s not one of the most trafficked locations for many guests, making it relatively quick and easy to get your food. Primo Piatto Tables Space Out To comply with health and safety measures, tables are spread out to maintain physical distance between groups. Some tables are marked off with a sign saying “For Your Health and Safety This Table Is Not Available,” but there was plenty of seating on our visit. Health and Safety Table Sign Typical with most quick-service restaurants, utensils, napkins, and condiments are currently self-serve. At Primo Piatto, there was a small table set-up where guests could grab these items. Utensils and Napkins and Condiments, Oh My! While the atmosphere has stayed pretty much the same, it’s time to check out the food you can grab here! Eats Primo Piatto offers several Italian and French-inspired dishes and salads, burgers, and quick snacks. For lunchtime, you can grab a pizza or hot and cold sandwiches. The Croque Monsieur was our favorite thing we tried last time, and we’re glad it’s still on the menu! ©Disney If you’re looking for something lighter, there are soups and salads, as well as a couple of plant-based options. On our last visit, we tried the Tuna Niçoise Salad and loved the flavors in it! The only side options currently are fries and romano & herb fries (so basically FANCY fries with cheese and herbs for the same price as regular fries!). ©Disney The kids’ meals are pretty standard Disney kids’ meals with a burger, chicken strips, and cheese pizza on the menu (but served with grape tomatoes (because, Italy??) and a fruit cup, so be sure to note that if your kid might turn their nose up to a side of tomatoes and sub out your side when ordering. And we can’t forget about dessert! This location is currently offering Mickey Mouse Celebration Cakes plus classic Italian treats like tiramisu and gelato. ©Disney There is also a bakery assortment including pastries and snacks that are easy to grab on-the-go! ©Disney Primo Piatto is known for its selection of specialty coffees! Lattes, mochas, cappuccinos, espresso, and macchiatos are on the coffee menu and prepared fresh as you order them. ©Disney There are also SO many drinks to choose from here. Just about any bottled drink you can think of is available and there is a selection of wine, beer, and a few cocktails. It’s a great spot to grab a quick drink and relax at the end of the day. Since this is a quick-service location, guests are encouraged to order through Mobile Order. You can place your order on the My Disney Experience app and pick it up during the designated time window. Our order was all bagged up and ready to go when we arrived! Last time we visited, our order was on a plate (a big step up from most quick-service spots around Disney World!), but because Mobile Ordering is essentially required right now, everything came in boxes and to-go containers. To-Go Bag From the specialty coffee list, we decided to order the Caffe Latte! This drink includes a shot of Joffrey’s Arabica Bean Coffee and Steamed Milk. Yum! Caffe Latte This coffee hit the spot! We thought this was much better than regular coffee you can get at other quick-service locations around Disney World. To us, it had just the right amount of sweet, however if you are used to sweeter coffee, you will probably not like this one unless you add packets of sweetener to your taste. If classic lattes are your thing and you are having trouble finding a good one on property, grab this for $4.29. This spot is a great alternative to Starbucks or Joffrey’s in the parks for guests of the hotel. It’s not a super convenient coffee stop for most other guests though. Caffe Latte For our entree, we ordered the Croque Monsieur AGAIN! Since this was our favorite last time we visited, we wanted to see how it was holding up! The sandwich is a Classic French Ham and Swiss and is served with a side (we chose Tomato Soup). The meal is $12.99. Croque Monsieur The menu may say “classic” sandwich, but we think this is pretty unique by Disney standard! With the ham and swiss, you can find a creamy Bechamel sauce (Bechamel is really just a fancy name for white or cream gravy similar to what you might recognize poured over biscuits in the South!) and another piece of cheese melted on top. If there’s one thing we could say about this sandwich, it would be CHEESE. This guy is SO cheesy. Croque Monsieur This thing is GOOD. If you like ham and cheese and have a mouth, this is likely going to be your jam. Even though it’s just a sandwich it IS pretty heavy though, so be prepared to be FULL after eating this guy. If you’re not in the mood for a burger or just looking for something a little more unique than your average sandwich, this is a good option to have. Croque Monsieur Cross-Section The Tomato Soup was a standout as well! The soup comes with Focaccia Croutons, and they really added a nice crunch. This is perfect for a cold day because it was warm and super smooth and creamy and warmed us right up! Tomato Soup and Croutons If you want to have an elevated grilled cheese + tomato soup experience, this is your chance. We recommend dipping the sandwich in this creamy deliciousness, but it was also great on its own. While the soup was a side with our sandwich, you can also buy it on its own for $4.59. Tomato Soup The soup and sandwich were impressive, but we found ourselves intrigued by the Romano & Herb Fries. These fries are exactly what they sound like – topped with Romano cheese and herbs! These were delicious especially with the cheese, but they are not the best fries we’ve had at Disney. The cheese and herbs didn’t really cling to the fries, so we had to scoop up the cheese with each fry. They were just your average Disney fast-food fries, but the toppings DID kick them up a notch. Romano and Herb Fries These fries are the same price as the plain fries, so you can jazz them up with some cheese for no extra cost! You can snag a side order on its own for $4.49 Nosh or Not You might want to dine at Primo Piatto if… You’re looking for something unique. While some items on the menu are pretty standard, the Croque Monsieur and coffees are unique to this location. The food was especially nice to get plated on real plates on our first visit and took some of the “fast food” vibe out of otherwise relatively standard quick-service fare. The food is as good or better than much of the quick-serivce meals we’ve had at Disney World hotels recently. You are staying at Disney’s Riviera Resort. Since you’re this close to Primo Piatto, why not try it out! Plus, it is open a significant amount of the day so it’s a great spot to grab a quick bite on your way in or out of the resort. You LOVE coffee and cheese. That sandwich is cheesy so if you love cheese and you enjoy trying specialty coffee, this is a spot you should totally check out. Plus they offer up Charcuterie and Cheese Plates if you want to go even meatier and cheesier. You might NOT want to dine at Primo Piatto if… You are on a tight budget. Although this is not a super expensive meal compared to other locations, some of the items are slightly pricier than we see elsewhere. That being said, the food we’ve had so far has been reliably good quality. You are not staying at the resort. Lots of people venture out to other resorts for table-service restaurants, but it can be a hassle getting from resort to resort, and may not be worth it for some in the end. However, if you’re staying at a Skyliner Resort or on your way to or from EPCOT and Hollywood Studios, it’s super quick to hop off here on the Skyliner! You have kids. This isn’t a super fun or entertaining environment, but they would probably like the food. Overall In the year that Primo Piatto has been open we’ve enjoyed our experiences here. We’ve reliably had well-prepared food that didn’t disappoint. The food is worth the price, in our opinion, for what you get. On the flip side, this isn’t the most exciting spot in Disney World. The vibe is definitely more “adult” than most fast food spots on property. Many quick-service restaurants at Disney World resorts are not known for the atmosphere, but some have televisions or bright and colorful palettes or otherwise seem to cater more to kids and families. Primo Piatto is very simple and clean in design and puts off a much more quiet, mature vibe. This is even seen with the coffee bar offerings and more “adult” selections on the menu. Kids will likely be able to find something to enjoy here, as will pickier adults, but the sleek and simple design will likely not impress everyone. The location is truly one of this spot’s biggest hindrances. It’s by no means a destination eatery for most guests, but, if you’re staying at the Riviera, you’re in luck. Unless you’re OK with going fairly out of your way for some fast food that’s not all that different from what you’d find at your own resort or other locations in the parks, you may never find yourself over here. If you find yourself a bit peckish while riding the Skyliner, maybe consider hopping off at the Riviera for a light meal at Primo Piatto. The food is well made, the atmosphere is calming, and we’ve enjoyed every experience we’ve had here so far! REVIEW: A Robot Gorilla Was More Interesting Than the Food at Rainforest Cafe 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! Preorder Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Have you ever eaten at Primo Piatto? What did you think? Let us know in the comments! 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Welcome back, DFB friends! We’re here with another What’s New at EPCOT! Spaceship Earth And, we’ve got plenty of construction, food, merchandise and crowd updates to share with you! So, what are you waiting for? Let’s dive right on in! EPCOT Construction Update Now that Christmas is over, the decorations have started to come down in EPCOT (we’ll miss you!). We noticed that the Christmas tree has been removed from the World Showcase Plaza, but the trees in the pavilion were still up during our visit. EPCOT Tree Gone Parting is such sweet sorrow, but we’ll see you in November, EPCOT tree! Take a look at the missing Christmas decorations around Disney World! EPCOT Merchandise Update World Traveler Shop The one merchandise update we noticed was from World Traveler Shop, and it was a bit of a bizarre one! We noticed rogue DISNEYLAND merchandise for sale! Disneyland 2021 merchandise spotted in EPCOT! 2021 merchandise is currently for sale at this location, and we spotted a Disneyland 2021 license plate cover for sale along with everything else! Looking to stock up on 2021 merchandise ahead of your upcoming trip? See how you can buy them online ahead of time here! EPCOT Food Update Sunshine Seasons As a way to celebrate the holiday, we found a few New Year’s Eve-themed treats across EPCOT! At Sunshine Seasons, we tasted the New Year’s Eve Stroke of Midnight Dessert Stroke of Midnight Dessert The Stroke of Midnight Dessert is German chocolate chiffon cake and milk chocolate mousse filled with blackberry puree. It’s topped with a chocolate clock, dusted with edible glitter, and decorated with fondant circles. Stroke of Midnight Dessert Cast Members went the EXTRA MILE and even painted Roman numerals on the plate! This decadent dessert was available for $5.99! Head over to the Land Pavilion and grab one before the clock strikes twelve! Read our full review of the Stroke of Midnight Dessert here! Via Napoli The line for Via Napoli line was LONG right around 12:30pm yesterday. The pizza window was open at the time. Check out a video of the line below! The queue for Test Track was consistent all day long, still wrapping around to the Simporium twenty-five minutes prior to park closing. The wait time was sixty minutes! Take a full look at the New Year’s Eve crowds that we saw here! Well, that’s all for this What’s New at EPCOT! We’ll catch you next time for more merchandise, construction, crowd, and food updates! And, if you have any questions about how your 2021 Disney vacation might look different, 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! Preorder 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 EPCOT? Let us know in the comments below! The post What’s New at EPCOT: Limited-Time Snacks, New Year’s Crowds, and…is That Disneyland Merchandise? first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: What’s New at EPCOT: A Limited Time Pop-Up Bar and a Restaurant Re-opening! What’s New at Animal Kingdom: Flight of Passage Loading EVERY Bike and Large Crowds What’s New at Disney’s Animal Kingdom and Hollywood Studios: Live Stormtroopers on Rise, More Flight of Passage Merch, and More! View the full article

It’s a BIG day in Disney World. 2020 is officially over! Magic Kingdom In the past, New Year’s Day has been one of the busiest (if not THE busiest) day of the whole year at Disney World. It’s pretty common to see the parks hit capacity on a normal year WITHOUT 2020 capacity limitations. Today…not so much. We’re checking out the CROWDS and WAIT TIMES on the first day of 2021! Disney Park Pass We definitely thought Disney World was gonna be SLAMMED today, so we took a look at the Disney Park Pass availability to confirm that the parks were full. Similar to yesterday though, the parks weren’t quite at capacity. The holiday has certainly brought the crowds, but only Magic Kingdom, Disney’s Animal Kingdom, and Disney’s Hollywood Studios were booked up for Theme Park Ticket Holders. Availability Screenshot Resort guests still had availability at EPCOT and Animal Kingdom. Availability Screenshot And Annual Passholders had full availability still. Availability Screenshot This is especially interesting since today marks the return of park hopping. We didn’t see any of the parks reach capacity during Park Hopper hours today! Park Hopper Let’s take a look at a weird holiday day in Disney World by checking out the crowds and wait times! Magic Kingdom Crowds The parks closed before midnight last night, but that certainly didn’t stop folks from wanting to ring in the New Year in Disney World — and a bunch of them are in Magic Kingdom today! Magic Kingdom Still, this park wasn’t at capacity so you could find some breathing room. Adventureland even had some pretty empty pockets. Magic Kingdom Most quick-service locations had lines, but that’s been a typical occurrence since the parks reopened. Magic Kingdom As you can see, folks were doing a pretty good job of social distancing. Magic Kingdom Here you can see that Sleepy Hollow Refreshments had a pretty long line, but the paths around it are pretty empty. Magic Kingdom Wait Times Wait times definitely don’t look quite like New Year’s Days past! These were the wait times at 5:45PM ET. Magic Kingdom Wait Times Lots of attractions had typically low waits like Mad Tea Party and The Magic Carpets of Aladdin. Magic Kingdom Wait Times We’re definitely not over how weird this is for a big holiday. Magic Kingdom Wait Times Most attractions look like they have for the last few months when it comes to wait times. Magic Kingdom Wait Times Wait a minute…maybe we spoke too soon. Prince Charming Regal Carrousel is at 50 minutes!? Wild! The highest wait times in the park were 85-minutes for Splash Mountain and 95-minutes for Seven Dwarfs Mine Train when we checked. Magic Kingdom Wait Times Remember, even though some of these wait times might LOOK high, we’ve found that waits aren’t always what they seem in Disney World right now. So, you might be surprised by how long you ACTUALLY wait. How accurate are Disney World’s wait times? Click here to find out! EPCOT Crowds Traditionally, Magic Kingdom is the busiest day for most major holidays, but that doesn’t mean that we won’t see crowds in other parks too. The 2021 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts kicks off in just a few days, so we might see more crowds later this week. EPCOT EPCOT had some busier spots and some emptier spots. There was quite the line to get into The Land Pavilion. EPCOT We noticed that no one was to be found when it comes to the park to park transportation options. We were able to stroll right up to the Skyliner… Skyliner …and the Disney bus stops! EPCOT Wait Times And how do these crowds translate to wait times in a park that doesn’t really have that many rides? The low wait times were about as low as usual. EPCOT Wait Times But we did notice some higher ones. Frozen Ever After, Soarin’, and Mission: SPACE were all above an hour and Test Track was above two hours when we checked. EPCOT Wait Times Whew! A 95-minute wait for Mission: SPACE is pretty beefy! Click here to learn more about the 2021 EPCOT Festival of the Arts! Disney’s Hollywood Studios Crowds Disney’s Hollywood Studios is a super high-demand park right now due to the popularity of Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance, so we definitely saw some crowds on New Year’s Day! Still, like the others, this park did not reach capacity and we saw some wide-open spaces while we were there. Hollywood Studios Wait Times Waits looked pretty similar to how they have for a while since Hollywood Studios tends to hit capacity more regularly than the other parks. Hollywood Studios Wait Times If you would have told us a few months ago that we’d only be waiting 30 minutes for Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway, we’re not sure we would have believed you. Hollywood Studios Wait Times High waits sat around an hour in this park. Hollywood Studios Wait Times We have seen some changes to waits in this park though. The addition of plexiglass dividers has sometimes made a big difference! To see how plexiglass has affected wait times, click here! Disney’s Animal Kingdom Crowds Animal Kingdom does tend to be the lowest demand park, but New Year’s brought some crowds! Let’s see them. Animal Kingdom Crowds Pandora looked (surprise, surprise) about like it usually does. Animal Kingdom Crowds There were some pinch points though where pathways got narrow around attraction queues. Animal Kingdom Every once in a while we found ourselves in a bit of a big group. Animal Kingdom Crowds But still, things looked normal. The Expedition Everest line, for instance, stretched to about where it usually does. Animal Kingdom Crowds Wait Times Animal Kingdom doesn’t have too many attractions either. Does that make waits longer? Let’s see! Animal Kingdom Wait Times Answer: Not really. When we checked, the Pandora rides did have pretty long waits, but we’re not sure it’s any different from the norm. Animal Kingdom Wait Times Expected wait times are not an exact science right now, especially with changes such as loading every row on Flight of Passage, so we saw some fluctuation throughout the day too. Click here to learn more about the changes to Flight of Passage! Disney Springs Crowds But not EVERYONE is hanging out in the parks today! There are some crowds over at Disney Springs too! Disney Springs Crowds Wait Times Who would have thought we’d have a wait time post for Disney Springs? Between the capacity limits at World of Disney and the SUPER high-demand Gideon’s Bakehouse, we’ve gotta report in! Gideon’s Bakehouse World of Disney had a wait every time we were in that area and Gideon’s had a 3-HOUR virtual wait when we visited in the afternoon. Want to learn more about waiting for World of Disney? Click here! We’ll continue to be on the lookout for any big news and noteworthy happenings from Disney World today. Stay tuned. Oh, and HAPPY NEW YEAR! Click here to see more pics of an at-capacity Disney day! 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! Preorder 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 in Disney World for the holiday? Tell us in the comments! The post PHOTOS and VIDEOS! New Year's Day Crowds and Wait Times are NOT What We Expected in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Can You Guess Which COASTER Had A Surprisingly LOW Wait Time This Week in Disney World? Do You Think The PeopleMover Misses Us, Too? We’re Peeking Inside Disney World’s Closure Diary! A BIG Piece of NEW Disney World Planning Advice You’re Not Thinking About View the full article

In case you haven’t noticed, it’s finally 2021! We spent all day in Disney World today checking out what this New Year has to offer, including the modified return of Park Hopping! Mickey Balloons With the holiday season now officially behind us, we wondered what we would see today in terms of the parks returning to “normal,” so to speak. We’ll miss our beloved gingerbread treats and cheerful music, but all good things must come to an end, we suppose! With Disney World phasing back into its regular “groove,” we made sure to check out the character cavalcades that have been entertaining guests since the parks reopened back in July. These mini-parades step off several times throughout the day and have taken on some seriously cute holiday overlays. Holiday Cavalcade In fact, it’s been quite some time since we’ve seen a “normal” cavalcade! Things got spooky back in September with the arrival of the Halloween cavalcades, and then we launched right into Christmas cavalcades in November! Would 2021 bring about any more changes to the cavalcades, or did they go back to what they were prior? Disney’s Animal Kingdom character cavalcades By our observations, it’s business as usual with the cavalcades! We watched a couple of the flotillas pass by at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, and Mickey and Minnie are in their safari gear, along with Pluto! No Santa Claus in sight. Disney’s Animal Kingdom character cavalcades Over in Magic Kingdom, we caught a few of the park’s regular cavalcades today on their first day back! We watched the Royal Princess Processional make its way down Main Street, U.S.A., and the holiday decor has been removed from their float. Royal Princess Processional The princesses are back in their “normal” royal attire, after some were spotted in Christmas outfits, like Belle! Royal Princess Processional We also saw the Fantasyland Friends Cavalcade! We waved “hello” to Aladdin and Mary Poppins as they passed by… Fantasyland Friends Cavalcade …as well as Pooh, Peter Pan, and Alice! Fantasyland Friends Cavalcade …and of course, Gaston. With the Halloween cavalcades long behind us, he’s one of the few villains you can spot these days around the parks! Fantasyland Friends Cavalcade And finally, what trip to Magic Kingdom would be complete these days without checking out the Mickey & Friends Cavalcade? It’s also back today in full force! Mickey & Friends Cavalcade Mickey, Minnie, and Pluto are back in their outfits from their 90th-anniversary celebration, which they wore last year, too! (Wow, it feels nice to refer to 2020 as “last year,” doesn’t it?). Mickey & Friends Cavalcade All of these cavalcades can be seen several times throughout the day, giving you plenty of opportunities to see you favorite characters! Mickey & Friends Cavalcade We’ll keep checking in on these cavalcades at all four theme parks and we’ll let you know if we spot anything different as we head into the New Year! Click here to learn what you need to know about the modified return of Park Hopping at Disney World! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Preorder 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 2021? Let us know in the comments! The post PHOTOS! Which Character Cavalcades Will You See Now in Disney World? first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Disney World Releases More Theme Park Hours in 2021 5 Things That Will Be Different in Disney World in January Updated! Here’s EVERYTHING You Need to Know About the Disney World Annual Passholder Previews! View the full article

We’re BACK at the Most Magical Place on Earth. And no, we’re talking about the Magic Kingdom! Coffee Toffee Cookie at Gideon’s We’re talking about Gideon’s Bakehouse. A legitimate cookie haven that serves 1/2 pound cookies the size of your face. We’re in love, we’re in love, and we don’t care who knows it! Ok, we won’t get too ahead of ourselves. They’re good cookies, but we still have a lot to say about them! Today is the first day of the month and that means a NEW cookie was released at Gideon’s. The bakehouse will release limited-time cookies every month for guests to try out. We headed back to CookieLand, USA to review the newest cookie and taste a few more surprise items! Before we get to cookies, we should let you know that Gideon’s is super popular since it opened. We arrived at the bakehouse around 9:15AM and there was already a bit of a line forming for the 10AM opening time. Gideon’s Bakehouse January Menu Granted, there was a new cookie released today and it’s New Year’s Day. The Cast Member said they have been experiencing three hour waits for the most part, however. Get there early in the morning prior to opening if you don’t want to wait too long! Coffee Toffee Cookie A new year and a new cookie? Spoil us, why don’t you! This month’s cookie is packed full of java! Just the thing we need to wake us up from the nightmare that was 2020. The vanilla bean cookie is made with ground espresso beans from Lineage Coffee, a local Floridian coffee roaster. You know those beans are fresh! It also had bits of crunchy chunks of toffee and a massive amount of chocolate chips. Side Note: It’s not totally new since the other Gideon’s location featured this cookie before. It’s new to Disney Springs though! Coffee Toffee Cookie at Gideon’s You can actually taste the coffee in this cookie! It’s not like you’re tasting the “essence” of coffee. It’s like you dunked your chocolate chip cookie in a mug of coffee. The fresh ground espresso beans are super aromatic and add the slightest crunchy texture. (It doesn’t feel like you’re eating grounds though!) This cookie is made for those of you who like the taste of coffee and big chunky cookies. Coffee Toffee Cookie The toffee adds crunch and subtle sweetness to the cookie too. Although, we couldn’t really taste the toffee. The chocolate really overpowers the toffee flavor. We didn’t mind too much since chocolate and coffee goes together like peanut butter and jelly. Each cookie is $6. Banana Peanut Butter Chocolate Cake Speaking of peanut butter! Holy moly. Talk about decadent! The double-frosted cake slice we had was very tasty, came in a huge portion, but RICH. This was Gideon’s Cake Slice of the Day and featured chocolate cake layered with both buttercream and peanut butter banana icings. Banana Peanut Butter Chocolate Cake Slice We took one bite and felt like we exceeded our sugar intake for the day. Then we took another bite and got over it. It’s rich, but it’s also super tasty. The banana in the peanut butter icing doesn’t taste artificial at all. Banana flavoring can taste super fake sometimes, but this tasted like a legitimate banana instead of an extract. It’s so creamy and has a great balance between peanut butter and vanilla. Banana Peanut Butter Chocolate Cake Slice The chocolate cake was very moist and not too sweet. This helped balance out the sugar in both icings. That said, it’s still very sweet and filling. You could easily share this with two other people. This is absolutely a treat for people who love icing and have a huge sweet tooth. Others may want to opt for a single-frosted cake instead! Banana Peanut Butter Chocolate Cake Slice The Cake Slice of the Day rotates each day so we may or may not see this one repeat itself in the future. Keep up with Gideon’s Instagram posts to learn about what’s baking! You can also choose the permanent slice, the True Red Velvet Cake, that we tried on opening day! All cake slices are $8. Coffee Cake Cookie and Vanilla Buttercream Icing We already tried the Coffee Cake Cookie, but it was a hit with us in the past. We wanted to try the cookie with the buttercream icing you can purchase by itself. We reviewed the peanut butter icing before and had to try the vanilla icing because it’s such a good deal. You can get this tub of icing for $1.50! Coffee Cake Cookie and Buttercream Icing The Coffee Cake Cookie tastes like a perfectly baked piece of coffee cake. The vanilla bean cookie is filled with cinnamon strudel then topped with double baked butter crumbs. The cookie is served only at the Disney Springs location in the morning. Once the cookie sells out, they’re gone for the day! Coffee Cake Cookie and Buttercream Icing The Coffee Cake Cookie matched well with the buttercream icing. It’s basically begging to be dipped in something. Coffee, tea, icing, you name it. We also experienced this cooking with the pumpkin icing that was served at Gideon’s original East End Market location outside of Disney World. We’re sincerely hoping that icing makes its way to Springs this fall! Ginger Snap Cold Brew After all that dessert, we needed to snap ourselves out of the food coma. The Ginger Snap Cold Brew did just the trick! The cold brew coffee is made by Lineage Coffee and tastes smooth with hardly any bitter taste. It’s then mixed with oat milk and ginger syrup for flavor. The Gideon’s employees treat it like a “coffee cocktail” and shake the ingredients together. Ginger Snap Cold Brew This definitely had a spicy kick! We didn’t expect to taste the ginger so strongly. It had enough spice to give you that tingly feeling in the back of your throat. It’s not your everyday cold brew. It’s full of flavor, creamy oat milk, and a splash of sweetness. Ginger Snap Cold Brew Although, if you’re in the mood for strong coffee, you might want to skip it. This is a sweet coffee drink that might be best for people who take their coffee with cream and sugar! The cold brew coffees are $5. Gideon’s HAUL We’re looking forward to continuing the new year with more cookies, coffee, and cakes. Gideon’s is full of surprises and we can’t wait to see what they mix up next! See more atmosphere photos from Gideon’s Bakehouse here! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Preorder Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Will you be trying Gideon’s cookies on your next visit? Let us know in the comments! The post REVIEW! We're Trying Gideon's Bakehouse January Options (Including a Coffee Toffee Cookie!) in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. 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Hooray! For the first time in MONTHS, we finally got to hop between the Disney World parks again today! Monorail passing through Disney World’s EPCOT When the Disney World parks reopened last July, there was no Park Hopping allowed. We first heard of its return back in November, and we initially had a LOT of questions: “Which park should we start our day in?,” “Will the cost be worth it?,” and even “Will it really change our next Disney World trip?” We’ve been spending the past 6 weeks trying to answer these questions, but today, we got to experience the modified Park Hopping ourselves, and we’re here to tell you all about it! Before We Arrived In order to Park Hop, you will need to get a Disney Park Pass for the park that we planned to start in. And, if you plan on hopping, your park ticket or Annual Pass must have the Park Hopper option. Annual Passholder Park Pass Reservation availability for January 3rd as of January 1st © Disney If you don’t scan in at the first park (where you have your Disney Park Pass reservation), you will be turned away at the other parks. You must scan in at your reserved park first, or cancel and rebook your Disney Park Pass at the park you’re heading to first. Visiting the First Park Today we began our day at Disney’s Magic Kingdom. (Gotta start with a classic!) When we arrived, it was business as usual. At the parking entrance, guests are asked if they have a Disney Park Pass reservation, and tickets are scanned as usual upon entering the park. Magic Kingdom Park Hopping hours today began at 2PM, so we hung out at the OG Disney World park until about 1PM. At that time, we left and drove over to Disney’s Hollywood Studios, hoping to make it before the 2PM mark. Another one of our team members started her day at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, and her experience was similar to ours for the first park. Switching Parks & Using Transportation Our reporter that started at Magic Kingdom traveled by personal vehicle, while our reporter at Animal Kingdom traveled via Disney transportation. The first reporter was able to leave Magic Kingdom and arrive at Hollywood Studios well in advance, while the second had to wait on Disney buses to arrive. Disney Bus Heading to and from Animal Kingdom, the only method of Disney transportation is by bus. In this particular instance, we arrived at the bus depot around 1:30PM, but no park-to-park buses showed up until 1:45PM. This sign is present at the bus depot at each park, reminding guests of the qualifications for Park Hopping: Park Hopper signage While waiting for the bus to arrive, a Cast Member scanned our MagicBand (or ticket card) to make sure that we had a Park Hopper ticket before boarding the bus to Disney’s Hollywood Studios. We didn’t encounter this process when riding the Skyliner, as that method of transportation travels to both the parks and resorts. Skyliners Boarding on Disney transportation was still the same socially-distanced process that we’ve seen before, with lower capacity on the buses and one party per Skyliner gondola. Checking In At Our Second Park It’s very important to note that Park Hopping is subject to availability. Guests won’t be allowed to hop to another park if it’s already at capacity. If you’re wondering about capacity, there is a number you can call for information. If you want to know the status of any of the Disney World parks, simply dial (407) 560-5000. We recommend checking on this before heading to your next park so that you don’t have any issues hopping. It’s especially important to check availability when the parks are crowded! When driving between parks, we were asked at the parking toll plaza whether we had already scanned into our first park. Our reporter that was driving arrived at Hollywood Studios before 2PM and was allowed to enter the park at 1:56PM. We were told by a Cast Member that guests would likely be allowed to scan into their second park up to 15 minutes ahead of the Park Hopping window. Hollywood Studios For our reporter using Disney transportation, the bus didn’t arrive at the second park until after 2PM, so we didn’t get to scan in early. Since the buses didn’t arrive until 15 minutes before the window began, we recommend a different method of transportation if you’d like to scan in early. If you’re in a hurry, driving may be your best bet. Things went pretty smoothly scanning into our 3rd and 4th parks — it seems that not very much of the actual “entering the park” process has changed. Our Biggest Questions One of the biggest questions that was asked ahead of today was “How many parks can I visit in a day?” and we got the answer: it’s all of them! We visited all 4 parks today (probably in record time), just to see if it could be done. Keep in mind that this is only possible if the other parks aren’t already at capacity. We also headed back to Magic Kingdom after we finished all 4 parks, so you can return to your original park if there’s availability. Do note: According to a Cast Member, having a park pass will not guarantee re-entry later in the day if you have already hopped to a park. Thus meaning, even if you have a park pass to that park and the park hits capacity, you will not be let in. We will let you know if this information or situation changes. EPCOT And if you’re wondering what the best way to check the availability of each park is, then we definitely recommend calling that phone number we mentioned above. The status of each park is kept up-to-date, and that will be the fastest way to find out whether or not you can hop to your park of choice. Cinderella Castle One big question that we don’t yet know the answer to is “Will a dining reservation get me into a park that’s at capacity?” So far today, none of the parks have filled up, so we haven’t been able to test this out to confirm for ourselves and we have heard mixed responses from Cast Members. Stay tuned to DFB, because we’ll be checking for this answer as soon as we can. Important Tips First of all, we definitely recommend calling that phone number and checking availability BEFORE you leave to head to your next park. If it’s a busy day, it might be good to call while in transit as well. It would be a shame to arrive at your next park only to find out that it’s already full. Disney Bus Stop It’s also important to plan out your travels in advance. Know your transportation options between parks and keep in mind that traveling takes extra time. With the EPCOT monorail line closed, the only way to get to Magic Kingdom and Animal Kingdom is by Disney bus or personal vehicle. Disney World Monorail Traveling between EPCOT and Hollywood Studios is likely the easiest, considering you can take the Friendship boats (as long as they are available– we will be checking on their status between the two parks soon), the Skyliner, you can walk (although it’s a pretty long walk), or you can drive. Friendship Boat Also, remember to check those Park Hopping hours listed on the Disney World website. If you want to make the most of your time, you’ll need to know what time you can visit the next park. (It’s possible that the 2PM time will change in the future.) Pandora Even though it was different than what we’re used to, we were so thankful to be able to go Park Hopping again! Keep checking DFB for more information on this modified system, answers to your questions, and tips for how to best utilize Park Hopping! Click Here to Check Out the Hours for Park Hopping! 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! Preorder Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Will you be Park Hopping on your next Disney trip? Let us know in the comments! The post What's Park Hopping Like in Disney World Now? Here's EVERYTHING You Need to Know. first appeared on the disney food blog. 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Main Street, U.S.A. just doesn’t look the same without a big bunch of Mickey balloons. Mickey Balloons We were strolling down Main Street today after a day of park hopping adventures when we spotted something a little different about the Mickey balloons floating above us. Are those special celebration balloons we see?! Sure enough, the special Confetti Mickey Balloons are available today! These ones are SO cute and you can’t get them on a standard Disney day. The Cast Member also told us that they’ll be available for TODAY ONLY! Fingers crossed that they end up sticking around though because they are so so cute. Mickey Balloons For $17, you could be strolling down Main Street with a Confetti Mickey Balloon to celebrate the New Year. Ugh. Now that’s the way to bring in 2021. We hate to say it, but we think these might be cuter than the classic Mickey balloons! Mickey Balloons And these light up! How fun! New Year’s Balloons We’re bringing you MORE New Year’s Eve coverage today! Keep an eye on DFB to make sure you don’t miss a beat. Oh, and HAPPY NEW YEAR!!! Click here to see the difference between this year and last year in Disney World for New Year’s Eve! 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! Preorder Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What do you think of these cute celebration balloons? Tell us in the comments! The post See the TODAY ONLY Mickey Balloons to Celebrate the New Year in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: PHOTOS and VIDEOS! New Year’s Day Crowds and Wait Times are NOT What We Expected in Disney World! NEW Merchandise for The Haunted Mansion’s 50th Anniversary Arrives in Magic Kingdom! These New Beignets in Magic Kingdom May Have the Wrong Kind of Voodoo For You! View the full article