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Did you jump on the dalgona coffee trend earlier this year? If you loved that, there’s a new twist to this drink that you must try! Matcha is a somewhat-new tea craze and it’s taking the internet by a storm… and apparently, the Big Cheese’s lady is also a fan! Minnie Mouse You can make Minnie Mouse Whipped Matcha at home by following this simple recipe! If you’re not familiar with Matcha, it’s a finely ground powder of green tea leaves. So, if you like green tea, you might enjoy this! ©Disney Ingredients 1/4 Cup whipping cream 2 Teaspoons sugar 1/2 Teaspoon vanilla extract 2 Teaspoons matcha Coconut milk Ice Directions Step 1: In a bowl, mix whipping cream, sugar, and vanilla extract in a mixing bowl until light and fluffy. Step 2: Mix in the matcha. Step 3: Fill a glass about 3 quarters of the way with ice and milk. Step 4: Scoop the Dalgona Matcha on top of the milk! © Disney Yes, it’s that simple! It’s both pretty and tasty, and will have you feeling as classy as Minnie herself! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Did you try this recipe? Let us know in the comments down below! The post Disney's Simple Step-By-Step Whipped Matcha Recipe! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Guest Review: Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic, Modern Mixology Seminar Mermaid Hair, Don’t Care! Disney Cruise Line’s Mermaid Tail Cookie Recipe is Perfect for All Sea Dwellers! UMMM…This Is One Seriously EYE-Catching ‘Star Wars’ Recipe! View the full article

Disney is known for creating some state-of-the-art, seriously impressive animatronics for its attractions over the last few years. The Shaman of Song that serenades riders in Na’vi River Journey and Hondo Ohnaka that greets future pilots, engineers, and gunners on Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run are both shockingly realistic. Hondo Ohnaka audio-animatronic ©Disney However, not all animatronics are created equal. Sometimes, they’re just downright creepy. Plus, they can even have bad days, just like the rest of us. The Yeti of the Forbidden Mountain on Expedition Everest has been riding the struggle bus for years, and even Elsa had a rough patch a few months ago. Well, today, we’re talking about some of the strangest and scariest animatronics created by Disney, and even taking a look at some of their mishaps! Disney’s audio-animatronics have certainly come a long way since they were introduced in Disneyland’s, The Enchanted Tiki Room, in 1963. Walt Disney even had a hand in the project himself! Since then, we’ve seen the good, the bad, and the ugly — and some that are just plain weird! ©D23 Let’s take a look at all the bizarre and spooky animatronics in Disney Parks! Weird Shaman of Song from Na’vi River Journey We know we just talked about how impressive this animatronic was, but we’re gonna take a minute to talk about just how abnormal it looks…without its skin. The Shaman looks a whole lot different without its mystical movements, blue skin, and long hair. ©Disney Check out this thing in action and some behind the scenes work shared by Disney Imagineers! Pretty much all animatronics look a whole lot different while in their development phases. This difference is especially striking because of how stunning it seems when it’s all put together! But underneath that skin is hundreds of servos and motors making the magic happen and it’s downright…spooky. We much prefer this creature when it’s all put together, thank you very much. Timekeeper from The Timekeeper This now-closed show that once took place in Disneyland Paris, Magic Kingdom, and Tokyo Disneyland featured a CircleVision 360 Film hosted by an alarming-looking animatronic. It showcased a journey through history featuring the meetings of significant historical figures and even brought guests into the future. ©Disney The Timekeeper was voiced by Robin Williams which is pretty cool, but we just can’t get past the way the animatronic looked. This show was a fairly simple journey through time, but its host was just…creepy. Did his “hair” freak out anyone else?? Maelstrom Trolls from The Maelstrom The Maelstrom was an attraction that was housed in EPCOT’s Norway Pavilion and was replaced by Frozen Ever After in 2016. This boat ride took you through various Nordic scenes, passing by polar bears, living trees, and some trolls. And these trolls were unsurprisingly pretty hair-raising. Just look at those eyes! ©Disney Not only were these trolls creepy, but they were pretty menacing, too. The three-headed trolls that screamed at you to “Disappear, disappear!” were particularly nightmare-inducting. They weren’t happy about visitors boating through their territory, so they cast a spell on riders making their boats go backward! Check out our list of the most POPULAR Disney Rides! Scary Alien from ExtraTERRORestrial Alien Encounter This attraction in Magic Kingdom’s Tomorrowland was so frightening that it had to be re-themed to a (slightly) less scary version, ultimately being replaced by the (now closed) Stitch’s Great Escape! The Alien animatronic featured in this attraction was gruesome and terrifying, mostly obscured by the glass it lived in inside its containment tube. However, what was even more terrifying was what happened when you COULDN’T see the alien. Alien Encounter ©Disney Guests were tormented with non-visual effects, like touch and sound. Speakers were installed in each individual seat so guests felt like the alien was actually right behind them! You could also feel the creature’s breath and drool, simulated through air and water droplets, and when it “jumped” on top of you, your harness would press down into you quickly! This attraction was too scary for most guests to enjoy, and we don’t blame ’em. It scared the pants off of us too! The Horned King From The Cinderella Castle Mystery Tour Tokyo Disneyland used to offer a walk-through attraction in Cinderella Castle, but it wasn’t to see any princesses. In The Cinderella Castle Mystery Tour, guests trekked beneath the castle to be greeted by some of Disney’s scariest villains, including Chernabog, some of Maleficent’s minions, and finally, the Horned King from The Black Cauldron. Horned King ©ParkHopper This animatronic was set behind a smoking cauldron, surrounded by bones and skulls. With glowing eyes and skeletal limbs, guests had to escape the castle by making it past this terrifying animatronic. This show closed in 2006. Q’aráq From Roaring Rapids Roaring Rapids in Shanghai Disneyland is a water raft ride, similar to Kali River Rapids in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Riders journey down the river until they’re met by Q’aráq, the Guardian of the Water, an enormous crocodilian beast. This animatronic is GIGANTIC and riders definitely get very up close and personal with it. Just look at the concept art! Roaring Rapids Art ©Disney Kids will probably find this beastly animatronic very scary, and we think adults might, too! If you’re scared by the crocodile animatronic outside Rainforest Café (aren’t we all )… Gators! …you probably don’t stand a chance against Q’aráq. Evil Queen From Snow White’s Scary Adventures Snow White’s Scary Adventures is a dark-ride that can be found in Disneyland Paris, Disneyland, and Tokyo Disneyland. It used to be in Disney World as well, and was where Princess Fairytale Hall stands today! Today, we’re talking about the version of this ride that operated in Magic Kingdom from 1971 to 1994 and definitely took the “scary” part of the ride’s title to heart. The Evil Queen animatronic could be found all throughout the attraction, and she looked super wicked. ©Disney The Evil Queen’s crooked nose and long bony fingers were certainly sinister enough to give riders a fright. She’s literally pop up at you all throughout the ride! It was surprisingly terrifying, especially for children expecting a fun slow ride with Snow White and co! We still have nightmares of the Evil Queen trying to lure us in with her poison apple… . Beating Heart Bride from Haunted Mansion The Haunted Mansion is a fun place to hang out with our favorite 999 happy haunts. Although this is technically a “scary” ride, many aspects are jovial. We now have Constance Hatachaway as the murderous bride, but we once had the Beating Heart Bride who was just SO. CREEPY. This photo below was with a flash so she’s WAY lit up instead of pitch black (it was the 80s — our parents didn’t know any better!) but you can still get a sense of just how creeptastic she was! “Beating Heart” Attic Bride This animatronic creepy in how simple it was. She had a wedding dress, veil, a pitch-black face with glowing eyes, and a bright red beating heart. No punny one-liners like we get from Constance nowadays, she just stood there peering into your soul as you heard a loud heart beating sound! There were a few variations of her over the years, but this one was super creepy! Click here to see who our readers think is the REAL star of Haunted Mansion When Animatronics Look A Little Too Familiar… Sometimes, Disney decides to recycle or reuse older animatronics and repurpose them to fit a new attraction. It’s cool to see this kind of creativity being used, but it can be a little uncanny seeing old familiar faces. Teddy Roosevelt…is that you? Many of the predisents from Magic Kingdom’s Hall of Presidents were rehired to fill other positions over in EPCOT’s Spaceship Earth. Certain presidents became Roman senators, Egyptian priests, and printers! The Birth of the Rennaissance scene in Spaceship Earth This is actually quite common that Disney would repurposed face skins between rides. With a different paint job, who can tell? (We can!) Take a closer peek the next time you ride Spaceship Earth to see if you notice any presidential-looking faces. You might find yourself doing a few double-takes! Goose Droids Star Tours opened in Disneyland in 1987 and the attraction was totally immersive, including its queue! Well, around the time that this attraction was opening, another attraction, America Sings, was on its way out. This attraction featured lots of animal animatronics, many of which made Splash Mountain their new home. However, a couple of geese made their way over to Star Tours as droids G2-9T and G2-4T! ©D23 These geese were stripped down to their mechanical skeletons, and honestly, they totally pass as droids! You can still even see their webbed feet! You can spy these guys in the queue before you get your glasses and go to a boarding area. Learn more about Splash Mountain’s upcoming re-theming here! Animatronics Have Bad Days, Too We’ve noticed a few mishaps with some of the animatronics in Disney World recently, reminding us all that even animatronics go through hard times. Elsa This year has been pretty difficult for Elsa. We’ve caught her having an off-day not once, but twice on Frozen Ever After! We kinda think a faceless singing Disney Princess is a thing of nightmares. Thankfully, Anna has been seeing better days recently! Carousel of Progress Our beloved narrator, John, from Disney World’s Carousel of Progress seemed to crack under the Christmas Day pressure of preparing the turkey — the poor fella lost a hand. © Mlecuyer28 John seemed to maintain his positive, progress-friendly attitude throughout this mishap and fortunately reclaimed his missing hand. He’s all of us cooking Christmas Dinner. Check out what the future of Disney Animatronics may look like! Animatronics are definitely a really unique part of Disney attractions that can help bring a story to life, but sometimes they can just be straight-up creepy. We’re intrigued when Imagineers share photos of the work that goes into making these interesting creatures, but at the same time, we would definitely prefer to see them with some skin. And when animatronics are having a bad day, well, we just have to laugh it off. Here are some of the BEST and WORST rides in Magic Kingdom (in our opinion) 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 is your favorite Disney animatronics?? Let us know in the comments! The post Disney Animatronics: The WEIRD, the BAD, and the UGLY! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Do You Know ALL of These Sneaky Disney World Ride Secrets? DFB Video: 8 Ways Disney Stays Ahead of Their Competition NEWS: Select Disney Theme Parks Reported Net Positive Contributions for Q4 Report View the full article

While we are VERY ready to celebrate the New Year, Disney World is also super hyped for 2021 to arrive in the parks (50th anniversary, here we come)! Santa Cavalcade We’ve already seen updates about the park hours for January 2021 throughout the year. But, if you’re planning on a Disney trip next year, you might want to pay attention to the newest change! Those who are partying in the parks to celebrate the start of the New Year will get to celebrate even longer since the Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Animal Kingdom have extended the park hours on January 10th through January 16th! Tree of Life Recently, the Magic Kingdom’s schedule was set at 9 AM to 6 PM. However, now the parks will stay open from 9 AM to 7 PM instead. Over in Disney’s Animal Kingdom the previous 9 AM to 5 PM schedule has been modified to 8 AM to 6 PM on January 10th and 16th. The park hours will also see some changes from January 11th through January 15th with an 8 AM to 5 PM schedule. ©Disney EPCOT has announced that the park would be changing its 12 PM to 8 PM hours to 11 AM to 8 PM at the beginning of the year from January 10th through January 15th. However, now guests can spend some extra time at the Festival of the Arts when EPCOT stays open from 11 AM to 8 PM on January 16th as well. ©Disney While Disney World might continue to change the park hours as 2021 rolls around, we’ll make sure to give you all the details that you need to know before your vacation! 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. Do you have plans to visit Disney World in 2021? Let us know in the comments below! The post News! Disney World Extends January 2021 Park Hours first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: NEWS! Disney World Extends Hours for Select Parks on Columbus Day Weekend Disney World’s Ride Wait Times Aren’t What They Seem! DFB Video: Latest Disney Parks News — CEO Shakeup, HUGE Refurb News, and MORE! View the full article

Well, it’s Christmas week and there’s a lot going on at Walt Disney World! Holiday Decorations There are holiday celebrations at the parks, resorts, and Disney Springs with characters and decorations, there are seasonal snacks to be found all around the resort, and there is even some special holiday entertainment at EPCOT’s Festival of the Holidays. We want to make sure we cover ALL the Disney news this week, so we traveled to the EPCOT area resorts to see what things are like over there! EPCOT Resorts Food Updates Beaches & Cream Soda Shop As we reported earlier this week, the walk-up to-go window at Beaches & Cream Soda Shop is now closed. During this trip to the Beach Club Resort, we noticed that the area is now covered (not very discreetly, we might add) with planters. Beaches & Cream To-Go Window They also added a trash can right in front. The restaurant itself is still open, but the walk-up window is “closed indefinitely.” Beaches & Cream To-Go Window To get more details on the closing of this feature, make sure to check out our article. The Beaches & Cream To-Go Window is Now Closed! — Click Here Beach Club Marketplace Also at the Beach Club, we wanted to point out a seasonal treat, the Peppermint Cheesecake. The mini cheesecake is topped with holiday decorations and features a signature Christmas flavor. Peppermint Cheesecake Pick this one up for a limited time for $5.49, and while you’re there, make sure to check out the other festive snacks in the bakery case! Check Out Our Review of the Holiday Fudge Trio from Beach Club Marketplace Here! BoardWalk Bakery When we got word that BoardWalk Bakery had a NEW holiday treat, we had to try it out. It’s the Christmas Cinnamon Bun Pull-Apart, and it turned out to be wonderfully ooey and gooey! For $4.29, we dove into its cinnamon and cream cheese icing goodness, and it was delicious! Christmas Cinnamon Roll Pull-Apart But we also noticed more new breakfast items there: Mickey Breakfast Frittatas! We got both, and our favorite was easily the Spinach and Feta Mickey Breakfast Frittata. It was so creamy and rich! Mickey Spinach and Feta Breakfast Frittata But the Sausage and Cheddar Mickey Breakfast Frittata was also good and perfect for those who like traditional egg, cheese, and meat flavors! Mickey Sausage and Cheddar Breakfast Frittata And they’re both shaped like Mickey! They’re available now for $6.99 each. Read our full review of the Mickey Breakfast Frittatas EPCOT Resorts Attractions Updates Bike Rental at BoardWalk Over at Disney’s BoardWalk Villas, guests can now rent bikes at Community Hall! Rentals are available from 10AM-5PM daily, and cost $4.02 for 30 minutes, $7 for 1 hour, and $20 for the full day. Bike Rental Closed toed shoes are required to ride, and children must be accompanied by an adult. This could be a great way to spend a relaxing resort day, but be prepared if you’re making the loop around Crescent Lake that some of those hills are high enough to build some leg muscles! Click Here to Read About Fun Disney Upgrades Under $50! Characters at Stormalong Bay We’ve seen several characters stopping by the Disney Resorts recently, and during this trip, we were treated to a visit by Goofy and Pluto at Stormalong Bay! Goofy and Pluto at Stormalong Bay The characters waved to friends in the pool below while dancing along with the music. We’re really enjoying these interactions! See Photos of Goofy and Pluto at the Grand Floridian! EPCOT Resorts Merchandise Updates Beach Club Marketplace There wasn’t very much new merchandise to report on this visit, but we did notice several items that we had previously seen elsewhere. We noticed the new princess face mask had popped up here for $9.99. It says “Never Underestimate a Princess,” and we love that catchphrase! Princess Face Mask This Beach Club hat is also available in the store, reminding us of something we’d wear while relaxing on the ocean shore. Get this one at the resort for $27.99. Beach Club hat Also, lots of 2021 merchandise has arrived in this store. We saw tees, plushes, towels, toys, and so much more! 2021 Merchandise We’ll definitely be keeping an eye out for more 2021-specific items, especially as the Christmas season wraps up in the next few days and we go into full New Year mode! Tons of 2021 Disney Products Are Available Online — Check Them Out! Screen Door General Store Over on the BoardWalk, we stopped off in the Screen Door General Store and spotted several more items that we’d previously seen. This store had the new Game of Life, Theme Parks Edition in stock, which would make an excellent last-minute gift. Game of Life We also noticed a few items from the Reigning Cats and Dogs Collection, like these hair clips… Disney Cats and Dogs Hair Clips …and these ears! The cat lovers’ pair features Marie from The Aristocats, while the dog pair is Dalmatian-themed. Disney Cats and Dogs Ears They had the newest line of Disney-themed tumblers in stock, including the gorgeous iridescent one! Disney Tumblers Also, the sale on Wonderland Tea is running in this store as well. We’ve noticed the sale in other shops around Walt Disney World. Wonderland Tea Sale There was also merchandise for Pixar’s new movie, Soul, which hits Disney+ tomorrow! ‘Soul’ Merchandise We’re excited to watch this new movie on Christmas day, and we’ll be checking for more Soul-themed items after the film’s release. Take a Look at More ‘Soul’ Products in Disney World! The Market at Ale & Compass At Yacht Club’s gift shop, several 2021 pins were on display. They’ve got quite the assortment of designs, with a variety of Disney characters! 2021 Pins Also, the Disney Dogs Shirt that comes with the Reigning Cats and Dogs Collection was here. It’s selling for $36.99. Disney Dogs Shirt The new collection offers items for pets and pet owners alike, and we’re really enjoying the creative designs. See the Disney Cat and Dog Dooney & Bourke Bags Here! That wraps up our day at the EPCOT area resorts! We’ll be back out here soon to check out more news, but in the meantime, make sure to follow along with DFB for the latest Disney World updates! Click Here to Check Out the Exclusive (And Affordable) Christmas Day Meal at Disney’s Contemporary Resort! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! 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 stayed at these resorts? Let us know in the comments! The post What's New at Disney's EPCOT Resorts: Character Visits, A Closed Ice Cream Window, and More! 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! What’s New at These Three Disney World Resorts: A Lobby Glow Up, Halloween Treats, and More! What’s New at the Epcot Area Resorts — Menu Changes, Skyliner Construction, Independence Day Merch, and More! View the full article

Merry Christmas Eve, DFB friends! Dapper Dans We spent the day at Magic Kingdom as we continue to enjoy some great holiday entertainment, character cavalcades, and holiday snacks at Disney World! And we took some photos to bring you along with us today, so are you ready? Let’s head on in, shall we? But we had the opportunity to ride plenty of other attractions! Overall, we had a pretty quiet and relaxing day at Magic Kingdom, and we’re really surprised at how chill it was. 2020 continues to surprise us. PHOTOS and VIDEOS! Check Out the Christmas Eve Crowds 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. What are your holiday plans this year? Let us know in the comments! The post 17 Photos and Videos from Magic Kingdom on Christmas EVE! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: We’ve Got VIDEOS & PHOTOS of ALL the Holiday Cavalcades in Magic Kingdom! Happy Holidays! What’s New in Magic Kingdom — Starbucks Drinks, Spirit Jerseys, and a BIG Attraction Closure! The PeopleMover Was STILL CLOSED in Magic Kingdom Today! View the full article

Character cavalcades, Christmas music, and LOTS of treats? Yup, we’re in Disney World for Christmas Eve! Main Street USA As we’ve been exploring the parks today, we’ve given you a look at everything merry and bright, and we’ve taken a look at those holiday crowds. But, we’ve also seen some surprising and unique and wonderful things along the way that have shaken up our Christmas celebrations. And, these five excellent things have made our holiday totally memorable this year! Madame Leota Sipper is Still Here! It’s been a real journey with the Madame Leota Sipper over the past few months. After it first debuted, it sold out ridiculously fast with some of the longest lines in Disney World that we saw this Fall. Then, Disney started to get creative by moving the the sipper to unexpected places in order to help more guests grab it for Halloween. Madame Leota Sipper Even though we don’t mind a bit having spooky merchandise throughout the year, we were a bit surprised to find that the Madame Leota Sipper was not only still available but being advertised as well. While Disney World has rolled out the Jingle Bell Sipper and the White Christmas Tree Popcorn Bucket for Christmas, it looks the Magic Kingdom still misses Halloween like we do. (What can we say? Madame Leota reigns supreme.) Madame Leota Sipper Holiday Baby Yoda Okay, we thought we loved Baby Yoda already…but then we saw this today. One of the most festive guests EVER (who is probably pals with the Mandalorian himself) was toting around a totally decked out, ridiculously cute, and wonderfully festive Baby Yoda Toy. Holiday Baby Yoda Instead of his usual brown robes, Grogu decided to live it up in Disney World for Christmas Eve with a Santa coat, Santa hat, and Mickey Christmas Face Mask (because he obviously finds it just as important to follow health and safety guidelines while dressing up in the parks). This guest and photo might be the greatest Christmas gift of them all this year! Take a look at how the Star Wars Hotel will be hidden from guests in the parks! Christmas Parasols Disney World’s parasols are especially unique souvenirs to take home as artists handpaint various characters and designs along the front! Although we’ve seen spooky makeovers for Halloween and some VERY strange character combinations, today we spotted sweet Christmas Parasols for the holidays! The Christmas Parasols are still one-of-a-kind with decorations like a wintery Cinderella Castle, snowmen… Purple Christmas Parasol …the Beast’s Enchanted Rose, Mrs. Potts… Pink Christmas Parasol …Mickey ornaments, and candy canes! White Christmas Parasol No matter what time of year you visit Disney World, these specialty parasols are always a unique souvenir! New Spring Roll Cart Menu Option Since we can’t get enough of the BOMB Spring Rolls over at the Adventureland Spring Roll Wagon, we’ve been thrilled that the location opened back up in October. And, while we’ve seen the Cheeseburger Spring Rolls and Pizza Spring Rolls on the menu separately, now there’s a special treat for anyone who just can’t decide which one they want (we love them both too much). Spring Roll Cart Menu Previously, you could get two Pepperoni Pizza Spring Rolls for $7.50 or two Cheeseburger Spring Rolls for the same price. But, now there’s officially a THIRD option where you can get one of each for $7.50! (Did we always get one of each even though it wasn’t this explicitly on the menu before? Yes. Yes we did.) Spring Rolls from Magic Kingdom So, instead of having to choose whether you want the pizza or cheeseburger option more, the “one of each spring roll” listing is honestly making all our Christmas dreams come true. Find out more details of the Spring Roll Car menu change! LONG Emporium Queue Arrows Prepare For Crowds Although the crowds haven’t been as busy in the morning in the Magic Kingdom, a Cast Member told us that the park was preparing for the shops, attractions, and restaurants to get busier later in the day. Specifically, Cast Members put a few extra directional markers on the ground to control the traffic flow of the Emporium’s queue. Emporium Extended Queue When the crowds pick up, the lines usually will extend all the way past the shops and onto the walkway across from Cinderella Castle! (PHEW. That’s a BIG line!) In order to help keep guests safely distanced, arrows have been taped on the ground to control the traffic flow… Emporium Extended Queue …and direct guests to the markers on the ground that are spaced apart from one another while they wait to enter the Emporium. Emporium Extended Queue It’s been a blast heading back to Disney World for the holiday season. As we continue to make our way around the parks and resorts throughout the rest of the Christmas and New Year week, we’ll give you a look at the best things we find, the most unique updates, and the things that make us smile. Take a look at the newest 2021 Ears we found in Disney World today! 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 during the holidays? Let us know in the comments below! The post 5 ✨Surprising✨ Things We Noticed On Christmas Eve in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: PHOTOS and VIDEO: The Holidays Have Arrived in Disney World’s Magic Kingdom! Review! This Float Has a WEIRD Flavor Combo in Disney World. Is It Worth Trying? Park Passes Are Starting to Sell Out for Christmas Eve in Disney World View the full article

When we can’t make it to the parks, Disney crafting is one of our fave ways to get our Disney fix! ©Lucasfilm We’ve talked about painting rocks before, and now we’re back with a WHOLE NEW set of instructions and templates for decorating rocks with a li’l Disney flair! Fall break is coming up soon, and this fun DIY Painted Rock Art project is just BEGGING to be part of your fun family day at home. Gather some smooth rocks with flat surfaces for painting, soft graphite pencil, printed templates, scissors, tape, and paints or paint pens, and GET TO IT! ©Disney Sounds easy enough, right? We think so! The REAL hard part will be choosing which templates to use. A little character art is always fun! Character Art Rock Painting Templates ©Disney And these templates featuring Disney-themed quotes are just TOO PERFECT! Disney Quotes Rock Painting Templates ©Disney SO MANY choices! Choose from these templates or freehand your own Disney-themed painted rocks. Either way, this is sure to be a crowd-pleasing family craft! Find more fun DIY Disney projects 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 painting rocks with a Disney theme? Let us know in the comments below! The post This Disney DIY Project Will ROCK Your World! 😉 first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Create Some Disney Magic for Your 2020 Grad! 5 Disney Crafts You Can Do While Drinking Your Quarantine Wine Stash! Got Disney Photos on Your Phone? Here Are 9 Ways to Turn Them Into Art! View the full article

The holiday season brings all kinds of special treats to Disney World! Trattoria al Forno We’ve been indulging in a lot of holiday cupcakes, cookies, drinks, and more! But some Disney World restaurants are also offering some NEW holiday menus! When we were at the BoardWalk Inn and Villas this morning, we noticed that one of its restaurants, Trattoria al Forno, had a brand new holiday menu for Christmas! For breakfast, guests can indulge in Gingerbread French Toast for $19 or Mickey’s Eggs-in-a-Basket for $17. Trattoria al Forno Holiday Breakfast Menu For lunch and dinner, the appetizer is Arancini for $12. There’s a choice of two entrees: Oak Grilled Char-Crusted New York Strip for $57 and Veal Osso Bucco for $54. Enhancements include Caper Butter Shrimp for $12 and Butter-Poached Lobster Tail for $22. Dessert is Zuppa Inglese for $11. Trattoria al Forno Holiday Menu A variety of beverages is available for meals, too. See ALL the Disney World holiday menus here! MENU UPDATE! Exclusive (and Affordable!) Christmas Day Meals Available at Disney World’s Contempo Cafe 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 your plans for Christmas dinner this year? Let us know in the comments! The post Check Out The Limited Time Holiday Menu at Trattoria al Forno in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: BREAKING NEWS: These Disney World Restaurants Will Be OPEN Starting June 22nd! REVIEW! The New Trattor-ita at Disney World’s Boardwalk May Be Our Favorite Holiday Addition Yet! What Happens at a Disney World Character Meal When It No Longer Has Characters? We Found Out! View the full article

Merry Christmas Eve, everybody! This time of year historically is the MOST crowded in Disney World, and we wanted to head into Magic Kingdom to see what 2020 would bring. With capacity in the parks limited to 35%, we knew the park wouldn’t feel as shoulder-to-shoulder packed as it has in previous years. But would crowds swell? How much? Main Street Holiday Character Cavalcade If you’re here to see what Walt Disney World crowds look like during the busiest week of the year, then we’ve got you covered! We saw really unpredictable crowd levels during Thanksgiving week and we saw really high crowds when the holiday celebrations first arrived in early November, so we weren’t entirely sure what to expect today. Let’s dive right in to some photos to see what crowd levels today are REALLY like! When we reached the entrance, it didn’t look too bad at all. We were through the gates pretty quickly! Magic Kingdom Entrance Crowds Once inside, we noticed that the Christmas Eve crowds are here, but it doesn’t feel as packed as we were expecting. Tomorrowland was busy, but we’d hardly call it crowded! Tomorrowland crowds We decided to take a peek at today’s park pass availability and were surprised to see that there is still availability for the Magic Kingdom for Annual Passholders for today (although not for Ticket Holders or Resort Guests). Park Pass Availability for Annual Passholders So overall, there are definitely a good number of people in the parks, but it’s not as crowded as we’ve seen it even since the reopening, much less on a typical holiday week. Well that’s what things are like in Disney World today! For more updates and info on theme park crowds, especially during the holidays, make sure to keep following DFB. We’ll continue to give you the latest news and coverage from Walt Disney World, Disneyland Resort, and beyond! Click Here to Check Out EPCOT’s Christmas Decorations! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney World Fun This Holiday Season! The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2020 is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. Order The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2020 now! It includes over 400 pages of must-have information, including: A full What's New!! chapter for the 2020 Holiday Season A full Monthly Schedule of Events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World's busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And of course we'll tell you where to eat! ;-D Click HERE to Order your 2020 Guide now and get 20% off with code PEPPERMINT! As always, our e-Books are 100% guaranteed! If you don't love it, you get your money back! MORE Disney World Holiday INFO! ALL the Holiday Treats in Disney World This Year (With Reviews!) Disney World’s 2020 Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Has Been Canceled Photos! The Holiday Season Has Begun in Disney World! Disney World’s 2020 Candlelight Processional in EPCOT Has Been Canceled EPCOT’s Festival of the Holidays Is Returning to Disney World This November! Disney World Will Have NO Gingerbread Displays in Hotels This Holiday Season! Check Out Cinderella Castle's NEW Holiday Projections For the Holidays! Here’s ALL of the Christmas Entertainment Coming to Disney World This Year! Photos! Check Out This Year's Christmas Tree Stroll in Disney Springs! We Reviewed the New Minnie’s Holiday Dine at Hollywood & Vine in Disney’s Hollywood Studios Have you ever been to Disney during Christmas week? Tell us in the comments! The post PHOTOS and VIDEOS! Check Out the Christmas Eve Crowds in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: What Does the Disney World Closure Mean for Crowd Levels in 2020…And When Should YOU Go? Is Disney World Safe, and Should YOU Go? Photos and Videos: Look at the Halloween Crowds in Magic Kingdom Today! View the full article

We needed the holidays so bad this year that Disney let us have it early! And a key ingredient to the Disney Holidays that we love so much is the music and this year you don’t have to visit the parks to hear Disney holiday tunes! Disney’s Hollywood Studios Disney shared a holiday playlist that you can add to the continuous holiday music that you have playing in the house (if you’re anything like us)! This holly jolly playlist features songs from Olaf’s Frozen Adventure and even includes the festive finale from the attraction For the First Time in Forever: A Frozen Sing-Along Celebration at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Frozen Sing-along Celebration in Disney’s Hollywood Studios Rest assured all you parents, you’ll find more than music from our favorite Frozen characters on the playlist like songs from Disney Parks, the Muppets, and DCappella. So gather the reindeer and start listening to this Disney holiday playlist! Find out how to listen here. Check out our favorite Disney Playlist to get us through the work day! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! What Disney song gets you into the holiday mood? Let us know in the comments! The post Rock Around the Christmas Tree With This Disney Holiday Playlist! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Blast Right to the Past with the New Throwback Watchlists from Disney+! Binge-Watch New SUMMER Watchlists from Disney+! What’s New at Disney’s Hollywood Studios: Frozen Sing-Along Reopens, The Coolest Mug Ever, and Star Wars Olive Oil?! View the full article

The Taste of EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays is going on right now and there’s a TON of great food and drink on the menu! Festival of the Holidays Sign Do you ever sit at home reading through the EPCOT festival menus? Yup, us too! Well, don’t miss out on this Disney recipe because now you can make the popular Beef Bourguignon at home! Beef Bourguignon returned as a modified menu item this year at the Festival of the Holidays and can be found at Yukon Holiday Kitchen in the Canada Pavilion. It has quickly become a fan favorite and we even got to try this comfort food! Beef Bourguignon with Crushed Potatoes This is a great recipe to try as the cooler weather starts to become the norm and you’re craving a meal that makes you want to curl up next to the fireplace. Beef Bourguignon with Crushed Potatoes Ingredients Serves 6 Beef Bourguignon: 1 tablespoon butter 6 ounces smoked bacon, diced 3 pounds beef brisket, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces, or stew meat Salt and pepper, to taste 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 large white onion, diced 1 large carrot, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch slices 1 pound crimini mushrooms, quartered 1 tablespoon fresh chopped rosemary 1 tablespoon fresh chopped thyme 2 tablespoons tomato paste 2 tablespoons flour 3 cups red wine (Merlot, Pinot Noir, or Chianti) 2 cups beef broth 1/2 cup sherry vinegar 12 small fresh or frozen pearl onions, peeled 2 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley, divided Crushed Red Skinned Potatoes: 1 tablespoon salt, plus more, to taste 3 pounds red-skinned potatoes, washed 1/2 cup sour cream 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened 2 tablespoons sherry vinegar White pepper, to taste Instructions For Beef Bourguignon: Heat butter and bacon in a large Dutch oven over medium heat and cook until bacon is brown and beginning to crisp. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside. Pat beef dry and season generously with salt and pepper. Sear in Dutch oven with butter and bacon fat, 1-2 minutes per side, until browned. Remove from pan with a slotted spoon and set aside. Add garlic, onion, carrots, and mushrooms and sauté for 6 minutes, until vegetables begin to soften. Stir in rosemary and thyme. Add tomato paste and cook, stirring often, for 3 minutes, until paste begins to caramelize, but does not burn. Return beef and bacon to pan. Add flour and stir constantly for 5 minutes. Add wine, beef broth, and vinegar and stir to deglaze pot. Add pearl onions and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce to a simmer and cook, covered, stirring occasionally, for 1 1/2 hours until meat is tender and sauce is thickened. Add 1 1/2 tablespoons of parsley and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Keep warm until ready to serve. For Red Skinned Crushed Potatoes: Bring a large stockpot of water to a boil. Add 1 tablespoon salt and the potatoes and boil for 10-15 minutes, until soft. Drain potatoes. Return potatoes to pot and mash with a hand masher or electric mixer until just broken. Add butter, sour cream, vinegar, and mash until potatoes are mashed, but still lumpy. Season with additional salt and white pepper, to taste. To Serve: Divide potatoes among 6 bowls. Ladle beef bourguignon on top of potatoes and garnish with remaining chopped parsley. We hope you have an incredible holiday season and be sure to send pics of your creations if you make this recipe! Check out more Disney recipes that you can make at home! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! What Disney recipe are you trying this holiday season? Let us know in the comments! The post RECIPE: Make Disney Comfort Food from EPCOT's Festival of the Holidays at Home! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: REVIEW! EPCOT’s Yukon Kitchen Brought Us RICH Beef Bourguignon and GORGEOUS Gingerbread Cakes! REVIEW! Don’t Sleep on Sapphire Holiday Kitchen at EPCOT’s Festival of the Holidays! FREE DFB-Exclusive Printable for ALL the 2020 EPCOT Festival of the Holidays Booths! View the full article

We’re big fans of Mickey-shaped food here at DFB! Mickey Fritattas From Mickey pretzels to Mickey waffles to Mickey ice cream bars, we think food just tastes better when it’s Mickey-shaped! So while we were visiting BoardWalk Bakery on Disney’s BoardWalk this morning, we saw something VERY interesting — Mickey Breakfast Frittatas! Say what? Mickey-shaped eggs? We are SO in! Mickey Breakfast Frittata Menu The Mickey Spinach & Feta Breakfast Frittata has a nice creamy texture in the mouth that managed to stay warm even after we had taken TONS of photos of it! Mickey Spinach and Feta Breakfast Frittata The feta really makes it rich, too — this one turned out to be our favorite of the two frittatas we tried! Mickey Spinach and Feta Breakfast Frittata The Mickey Sausage & Cheddar Frittata is a traditional eggs with meat and cheese kind of breakfast, which means it will probably be very popular with guests. Mickey Sausage and Cheddar Breakfast Frittata And if those are your preferred breakfast flavors, you’re going to love this one, which we have to say, is still pretty yummy, even if we prefer the more non-traditional spinach and feta flavors. Mickey Sausage and Cheddar Breakfast Frittata These are a fun and easy way to get a solid, protein-packed breakfast to keep your energy up for a full day of park touring…but they might also be a GREAT way to get kids to eat their eggs and spinach! The Mickey Breakfast Frittatas are $6.99 each. REVIEW: We’re Having a Sweet AND Savory Breakfast 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. What’s your favorite Disney breakfast food? Let us know in the comments! The post REVIEW: A NEW Mickey-Shaped Savory Snack Arrives for Breakfast in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: The Caramel Corn Funnel Cake Might Be One of Our New Favorites in Disney World! Review! There’s a New Limited Time Macaron Sandwich in Disney World! Review! You HAVE To Try This NEW Chocolate Covered Cherry Cupcake in Disney World! View the full article

It’s hard to believe that 2020 is almost over and 2021 is right around the corner! 2021 Photo Frame And we are so ready to start ringing in the New Year, especially with all the 2021 merch we’ve seen, including a collectible key, a Pandora charm, pins, ornaments, and more! But we just spotted a brand new set of 2021 Mickey Ears that have us SO READY to start the new year off right! 2021 Minnie Ears These vibrant new ears feature that colorful blocky comic book-style art we’ve seen on other 2021 items. They’re made of a leather-like material, so they look very chic! One ear has the Disney World logo on it with “2021.” 2021 Minnie Ears The other side has Cinderella Castle and Mickey! 2021 Minnie Ears The headband has the Walt Disney World logo embroidered on it in gold. 2021 Minnie Ears We found these at Chapeau at Magic Kingdom for $29.99. And we’re keeping an eye out for more 2021 merch, so stay tuned and we’ll tell you all about what we find! Disney’s Champagne Minnie Ears Have FINALLY Arrived Online! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! 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 2021 Minnie Ears? Let us know in the comments! The post We're SO Ready for 2021 With These New EARS in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: PHOTOS: The Grand FINALE Main Attraction Collection Arrives in Disney World! Calling All Pin Collectors! There’s An Awesome SALE on Select Pins in Disney World! 5 NEW Retro-Lookin’ Sweatshirts Just Arrived in Disney World! View the full article

Merry Christmas Eve, DFB Friends! BoardWalk Bakery We’ve spent the past month trying out all the holiday snacks at Disney World, including Peppermint Cream Cheese Mousse, a gingerbread cupcake, and a Hanukkah cookie! But we’re not done yet, because we’ve got another holiday treat we just tried TODAY! We found out about a special limited time only treat arriving at BoardWalk Bakery — a Christmas Cinnamon Bun Pull-Apart! So OF COURSE, we had to try it! Christmas Cinnamon Bun Pull Apart It’s a yummy cinnamon bun loaded with cream cheese frosting that’s been given a holiday makeover with red and green sprinkles! Christmas Cinnamon Roll Pull-Apart This baby is ooey and gooey, which makes it delicious. And despite all that icing on top, it isn’t sickeningly sweet — each bite has a perfect balance of sweet and cinnamon. It’s also big enough to share (but only if you want to). Christmas Cinnamon Roll Pull-Apart Our only complaint is that the sprinkles don’t really add much to it, but we hope this cinnamon roll returns at some point without the sprinkles as a regular menu item! For now, though, the Christmas Cinnamon Roll Pull-Apart is only available today and tomorrow while supplies last for $4.29. If you’re looking for another holiday treat and find yourself in the area, you can also pick up the Peppermint Cheesecake at the Beach Club Marketplace. This is a holiday cheesecake with a hint of Peppermint and an Oreo Cookie Crust. Peppermint Cheesecake The Peppermint Cheesecake has been available at Beach Club Marketplace for a while, but it is seasonal, so if you want one, grab it now for $5.49. And we’ll let you know if we spot any other holiday snacks, too! REVIEW ALERT! We’ve Already Got Some Hot Takes on Gideon’s Bakehouse 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 tried either of these snacks? Let us know in the comments! The post REVIEW: Limited Time Ooey, Gooey Cinnamon Pull-Apart Roll in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: BREAKING NEWS: These Disney World Restaurants Will Be OPEN Starting June 22nd! What’s New at These Three Disney World Resorts: A Lobby Glow Up, Halloween Treats, and More! What’s New at the EPCOT Resorts: A Trio of Holiday Fudge and Missing Ice Cream View the full article

Although we spend a LOT of time eating tons of sweet snacks at Disney World, we still have some favorite savory treats, too! Adventureland Spring Roll Cart And one of our favorite savory treats comes from the Adventureland Spring Roll Wagon at Magic Kingdom! And yes, we were SO happy when the Spring Roll Wagon reopened in October! But today, we noticed a change on the menu. Before, the menu specified Cheeseburger rolls with a price, but offered Pizza rolls as a featured flavor. Spring Roll Cart Menu Later, the menu was updated to give pepperoni its rightful place as a permanent menu addition, showing that you could get two Pepperoni Pizza Spring Rolls for $7.50 or you can get two Cheeseburger Spring Rolls for the same price. And let’s be honest, our favorite menu hack was to get one pepperoni and one burger, which was fine to do, but not really clear on the menu as available. But today, there’s a NEW third option that clarifies you can get one of each for $7.50. Spring Roll Cart Menu So “One of each spring roll” is actually one Pepperoni Pizza Spring Roll PLUS one Cheeseburger Spring Roll — something we’ve always loved to do anyway! Not a huge change, but a good clarification for anyone who wants to try both flavors without paying extra. Spring Rolls from Magic Kingdom After months of trying out different spring roll flavors and limited edition combos in 2019, it looks like this fan-favorite snack cart has settled into serving its two most popular flavors permanently. If we spot any other menu changes, we’ll let you know! ANOTHER Menu Change at This Disney World Restaurant Satisfies Our Sushi Needs! 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. The post Disney World MENU UPDATE: Spring Roll Cart Adds Combo Option in Magic Kingdom first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Confirmed: Raspberry Dole Whip Is BACK in Magic Kingdom! 🚨DOLE WHIP ALERT!🚨 Another One of Our Favorite Disney World Floats is BACK And We’re SO Happy We’re Ugly Crying! Pepperoni and Cheeseburger Springs Rolls are BACK in Disney World (And We’re SO Excited)! View the full article

Each land in Magic Kingdom has something special to offer. Magic Kingdom We love the futuristic feel of Tomorrowland, Adventureland gives us our Dole Whip fix, and Fantasyland just screams “classic” Disney. Liberty Square is home to our favorite happy haunts and delicious Ooey Gooey Toffee Cake from Liberty Tree Tavern, and we love plummeting down Splash Mountain in Frontierland. Plus, Main Street just makes us feel like we’re at home. It’s hard to imagine Magic Kingdom without each of these iconic lands…but we asked you to do just that! We posted a question on our Instagram page, asking everyone which Magic Kingdom land would have to go if they had to choose. And we get it…it’s NOT an easy decision. Many responses shared sentiments like, “I just can’t do it!” and “Impossible!” Magic Kingdom However, on the other hand, many less forgiving respondents shared which land they would say goodbye if the opportunity arose. Magic Kingdom Lots of people shared that they would vote Tomorrowland off the island if given the chance. Home to Space Mountain, the PeopleMover, and famous performer, Sonny Eclipse, Tomorrowland brings a look into the future right into Magic Kingdom. Space Mountain However, some respondents said this land felt dated! Maybe those feelings will change once the upcoming attraction, TRON Lightcycle Run, opens in 2021! Tomorrowland Sign Another land that many people seemed happy to see go is Liberty Square. Magic Kingdom Maybe the American theme of this land feels a little too familiar for those seeking something full of fantasy and magic on their Disney trip, but it’s definitely tough to imagine a life without Haunted Mansion and all the other goodies that come along with Liberty Square! Haunted Mansion Plus, we’re looking forward to the return of the Liberty Square Riverboat once its refurbishment has completed. Drained Rivers of America Adventureland seemed to have a decent number of nay-sayers, too! If you’re not a Pirates-stan, you prefer a Mickey Premium Bar over Dole Whip, and you can’t stand corny jokes about the jungle, then we see why Adventureland may not be for you. Jungle Cruise sign in Magic Kingdom Frontierland and Fantasyland had some people saying “good riddance,” but not as many as the previous lands. Cinderella Castle Some specific attractions even got the boot! It looks like some people are ready to say “sayonara” to the Astro Orbiter, The Magic Carpets of Aladdin, Tomorrowland Speedway, and Country Bear Jamboree! Astro Orbiter Atop The Peoplemover This was a really tricky decision that we’re glad we don’t actually have to make, but we love to hear your thoughts! Follow along with us on Instagram for more polls, trivia, and Disney news! Check out the new Park Hopper hours coming to Disney World in 2021! 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 land in Magic Kingdom would YOU get rid of?? Tell us in the comments! The post If You Had to Get RID of One Land in Magic Kingdom Which Would It Be?! Here's What Our Readers Said! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: What’s NEW in Magic Kingdom – Construction Updates, Sweet Treats, and Merchandise Mayhem! What’s New in Magic Kingdom — BIG TRON Coaster Progress, Missing Food Favorites, and Valentine’s Preparations! Spotted! Digital Tip Boards Have Arrived in Disney World’s Magic Kingdom! View the full article

We are one day away from the highly anticipated release of Disney and Pixar’s “Soul,” streaming exclusively on Disney+ starting Dec. 25. The film invites fans on an unforgettable journey alongside middle-school band teacher Joe Gardner to discover what makes you, you. With a lineup of products inspired by the sights, sounds, and discoveries unique to Joe’s journey, there is no telling how far your imagination will take you on yours!http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/GzJ3ROxdaDM View the full article

If you’re in Disney World this week, there’s so much holiday fun to experience! Hey Santa! You can head on over to EPCOT for the Festival of the Holidays, hang out in Magic Kingdom to watch the festive cavalcades (they have them in all four parks, but Magic Kingdom’s are especially fun), or you can stroll through Disney Springs to check out the Christmas Tree Stroll and the delicious snacks. And, if you’re looking for a way to have a traditional Christmas dinner on a budget, we’ve got you covered with an exclusive meal at Disney’s Contemporary Resort! If you visit Contempo Cafe on Christmas Day, you’ll be able to order a traditional Holiday Ham Dinner! Contempo Cafe The meal is served with ham, stuffing, mashed potatoes with gravy, haricot verts, carrots, and cranberry sauce. Altogether, the meal will cost you $14.49, which is a really great deal for a full Christmas dinner! The restaurant is located on the 4th floor of Disney’s Contemporary Resort, just a monorail ride or a short walk away from Magic Kingdom. 4th floor of the Contemporary Resort If ham isn’t your thing, then you can also check out the Holiday Turkey Dinner that’s also only available on Christmas Day. This meal option comes with turkey, stuffing, cranberry dressing, carrots, haricot verts, mashed potatoes, and gravy. You can also order this one for $14.49. ©Disney If you weren’t able to score Christmas Day reservations for a holiday meal, this may be a great option. Stay tuned as we continue to cover the last two days of Christmas news at Walt Disney World, including the crowd levels! Check Out the Christmas Day Specials at Two Disney Springs Restaurants! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! 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’s included on your menu for Christmas Day? Tell us in the comments! The post MENU UPDATE! Exclusive (and Affordable!) Christmas Day Meals Available at Disney World's Contempo Cafe first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Review: Lunch at Disney World’s Contempo Cafe in Contemporary Resort Review! The Clock Has Struck Out on The Newest Cinderella Cupcake in Disney World Things Are Getting Wicked With These Returning Villaintine’s Day Treats in Disney World! View the full article

It began as a cult favorite, delivered by bicycle in Orlando's local neighborhoods. Now, Gideon's Bakehouse delights will be shared with visitors from all over the world as they line up in its new flagship location. View the full article

EPCOT in 2021 is kind of a big deal. There are new rides and new restaurants opening in the coming months that are going to completely change how we visit this Disney World park! New Epcot Fountain Today, we’re talking about everything you need to know, and what you can expect, when you visit EPCOT next year! Check out all this and more in our newest DFB Video!  Are you a DFB Video subscriber? If you hit the button below, you can subscribe to our channel and catch up on ALL of our latest episodes! Check out our latest video and then comment below: Which Disney World tips you swear by!</strong The post DFB Video: Ultimate Guide to Disney World's EPCOT in 2021! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: DFB Video: Latest Disney News — See a Reopened Universal Orlando, The NBA is Coming to Disney and MORE News! DFB Video: Five Days of Disney Food for Under $35 A Day! DFB Video: Answering YOUR Frequently Asked Questions About Disney World! View the full article

We have eaten our way around EPCOT a LOT, all in the name of science of course! Epcot World Showcase While some snacks have been a total WIN for us, others have been disappointing or just not worth the calories or price! Want to know what food we’d skip? You’ve GOT to check out our list. Now, just because an item is on this list doesn’t necessarily mean it’s inedible or horrifying — there’s just a LOT of good food at EPCOT, and the last thing you want to do is fill up on the “okay” or “passable” stuff and miss out on the true stars! So, without further ado, let’s get into the details. We begin our tour in Future World. Future World We’ve had some delicious dishes at Sunshine Seasons in the Land pavilion (hello triple decker garlic toast pulled pork sandwich!), but some of the items on their menu leave something to be desired. The Land Crusher SKIP: While these may be good for picky eaters, we’d recommend skipping the regular cheeseburger, bacon cheeseburger, and cheese pizza at Sunshine Seasons. Again, if you’re looking for a quick meal, these are not a bad choice, but they’re not terribly exciting. They’re just…food. Bacon Cheeseburger The burgers are served on brioche buns though, so that’s a nice touch, but still there are better options here (like The Land Crusher) and elsewhere around EPCOT. Click here to read our review of the triple-decker garlic toast pulled pork sandwich (a.k.a. The Land Crusher)! SKIP: We’d also say that Coral Reef Restaurant is a skip in general. We’ve had some fine eating experiences here in the past, but nothing that would have us rushing back. Coral Reef Dining Room There’s no denying that eating by those fish tanks is a unique experience, but you can stop by The Seas pavilion for some aquatic action and fill up on much more flavorful food at other spots in the park instead. Click here to read about one of our most recent experiences at this restaurant. Alright, now we’re off to World Showcase! We know there’s a bit of a debate on this, but for the purpose of this virtual walk around EPCOT, we’re going to start on the left. Mexico There are a few spots to grab a snack at in the Mexico pavilion including La Cantina de San Angel and Choza de Margarita. Mexico Pavilion SKIP: Though not bad by any means, we would say skip on the Guacamole with Totopos from La Cantina de San Angel. There’s 3 different guacs at your fingertips in this Pavilion and you can find better ones close by! EAT INSTEAD: Instead, we’d suggest you grab some guac and chips from La Cava del Tequila or Choza de Margarita instead. Want to know which guacamole we liked the best? Click here to see our guacamole throw down! SKIP: We’d also have to say that while the Tacos de Pollo from La Cantina de San Angel are okay, we did feel like they were missing something the last time we had them. Taco de Pollo So, if you are going to get them, be sure to grab some of that 75 cent queso! That queso is the bomb! EAT INSTEAD: You could just pass on this taco entirely for something tastier at this same spot, like the Pollo Cascabel. Click here to check out our review of lunch at this spot! Norway Over in Norway, we’re headed to the reopened Kringla Bakeri Og Kafe! While we totally think grabbing some School Bread here is worth it… School Bread with Bruni …we’d recommend you SKIP: some (maybe most?) of the other items here. The Lefse, for example, is not really something we’ve enjoyed in the past, although we’ve heard it may be better warmed up. Kringla Bakeri Og Kafe EAT INSTEAD: We’d say, focus your efforts here on eating a school bread (or two). Click here to see when Kringla will be open! China SKIP: Now, if you’ve reached China in your walk around World Showplace and are thinking about grabbing a snack there, we’d say skip on the Pot Stickers and entrees over at Lotus Blossom Cafe, the quick service spot you’ll find at this pavilion on the left-hand side. Lotus Blossom Cafe Don’t get us wrong, sometimes there’s nothing better than some sticky and sweet orange chicken or fried rice, and, if that’s the only thing you’re in the mood for that day, then go for it. But, these options aren’t anything spectacular. We’ve had some less than great experiences with the potstickers and some other dishes here. Pot Stickers – Lotus Blossom Cafe There’s MUCH better options at other spots in EPCOT. EAT INSTEAD: If there’s a festival going on, we do suggest you check out the options at the China festival booth which may have more flavorful and fun options! we typically really enjoy most of the offerings China’s fest booths have to offer (still dreaming of Chengdu Street Fries!). Click here to see our review of the China booth at the 2020 Food & Wine Festival! Germany SKIP: If you’ve reached Germany and you’re looking for a unique snack, we’d say skip out on the pretzel from Sommerfest. We KNOW! You’re probably yelling, “How dare you?!” at your screens right now. But, hear us out! Pretzel Is this pretzel tasty? Yes, absolutely! Is it the most unique or delicious thing you can eat in EPCOT? We don’t think so. Our pretzel came with some packs of mustard, which is all nice and fine, but we would have definitely preferred some plastic cheese. These pretzels are different from your average Mickey Pretzel — much drier and chewier, which some prefer. Plus, there are a lot of other items that could offer your taste buds a bit more of a party. EAT INSTEAD: The food at Germany’s Food & Wine Festival booth for 2020 is delicious and more unique. Roast Bratwurst on a Prop & Peller Pretzel Roll Not to mention there’s a whole shop full of incredible caramel goodies just steps away! Just look at this cupcake from Karamell-Küche! Pumpkin Caramel Cupcake If you must have a pretzel, this is a good choice. But if you’re willing to go on a culinary adventure, we’d say skip the pretzel here for something better (and probably covered in caramel, cause that’s how the Germany Pavilion rolls.)! Click here to check out our review of the incredible cupcake we got in the Germany pavilion recently! Italy We’ve had our fair share of great, cheesy pizza from Italy’s Pizza al Taglio (a.k.a. the pizza window), but some other pizza (and other items) in the Italy pavilion aren’t so great. SKIP: The food items at Italy’s Food & Wine Festival booth were all pretty…average. TBH, most of Italy’s festival booth are kind of forgettable. We found the Margherita flatbread to just be okay, La Classica pasta dish was lacking in flavor, and the Cannoli Siciliani was just alright. Italy Booth’s New Items Nothing really stood out to us as something we’d go out of our way for to get again. If you’re going to eat your weight in Disney food, you might as well be eating something DELICIOUS, and these just didn’t do it for us. EAT INSTEAD: We’d say check out Via Napoli or even Pizza al Taglio in the Italy pavilion instead! The pizza from Via Napoli is possibly the best in all of Disney World!! Click here to read our full review of the Italy booth at the 2020 Food & Wine Festival. The American Adventure Alright! We’re officially half-way through our tour around World Showcase. The American Adventure has definitely stepped up their food game with the opening of Regal Eagle Smokehouse: Craft Drafts & Barbecue (as compared to their previous quick service spot) Regal Eagle Smokehouse SKIP: There are quite a few delicious options available here, but overall we’d say skip on the Smoked Chicken and Macaroni & Cheese. While both of these are good, they lacked the punch of flavor we were looking for. Macaroni & Cheese EAT INSTEAD: Go for the Sliced Texas Beef Brisket Sandwich and Baked Beans with Burnt Ends instead! Sliced Texas Beef Brisket Sandwich Click here to read our full review of Regal Eagle! SKIP: Also, you may want to skip the Southern Seafood Boil available at Hops & Barley Market at The American Adventure for the 2020 Taste of EPCOT Food & Wine Festival. We found it to be a little bland when we first had it at the Flower & Garden Festival, but it was tasty when we had it again for Food & Wine. Southern Seafood Boil Still, it’s extremely messy and there’s a lot of work that goes into actually eating some of the items in this dish. So, if you don’t like to work for your food or you don’t like to get your hands messy, this is probably a skip for you! Click here to read our full review of the Hops & Barley Food & Wine Festival food! Japan Over at the Japan pavilion, there are a LOT of unique snacks. SKIP: The Frothy Ramen, which is available at the 2020 Taste of EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival, has made our best of the fest before, but some guests find it absolutely atrocious! Frothy Ramen Noodles It’s cold noodles with some very strong and powerful (AKA kind of fishy) flavors, so you definitely need to be an adventurous eater to taste this one! So, it’s a maybe skip depending on what types of dishes you like. Click here to see our review of the Japan booth at the Food & Wine Festival! SKIP: We’d also recommend you skip the sushi and some of the other more “ordinary” options, like chicken teriyaki, from Katsura Grill, a quick-service spot in the Japan pavilion. Katsura Grill Menu While these options don’t necessarily taste horrible, they’re just a bit pricey for what you’re getting and the flavors are really no different than what you’d get at a local sushi or Japanese restaurant back home. EAT INSTEAD: There are definitely better options here like the Yuzu Miso Wings, or you can try some of the delicious options at the Japan Food & Wine Festival booth like the Chirashi Sushi Flowerpot or Tempura Domburi. Chirashi Sushi Flowerpot: Fresh-cut Salmon, Salmon Roe, and Spinach served over Sushi Rice with Furikake and topped with Poke Sauce SKIP: Also, we just want to say that any packaged snacks in Japan’s Mitsukoshi Department Store that have like a FULL previously living creature in them (dried crab snacks, we’re looking at you) may just be a skip for those not looking to be totally grossed out! Dried Crabs But if dried crabs are totally your jam, go for it! EAT INSTEAD: There are some cool flavors of Kit Kats and Japanese candy in Mitsukoshi Department Store! It’s tough to go wrong with the candy here, so be adventurous and find a new favorite! Morocco SKIP: In Morocco, we’d say skip out on the Rice-stuffed Grape Leaves, or Dolmas, at Spice Road Table. Stuffed Grape Leaves inside They’ve got a unique mix of flavors but were served COLD the last time we had them, which was not the most pleasant experience. The menu did recently update so it’s possible these have changed since then, however! EAT INSTEAD: Instead of the cold grape leaves, grab some warm and absolutely delicious Fried Calamari from Spice Road Table. These are totally worth it! SKIP: At the Morocco Food & Wine Festival booth, we’d say skip the Hummus Fries. Spicy Hummus Fries While these are a consistently good choice, the true stand out star here and what we’d recommend you EAT INSTEAD is the Beef Kefta Pocket. It was one of the most flavorful dishes we had at Food & Wine! Click here to read our full review of the Morocco Food & Wine Festival Booth! France There are so many yummy choices in France, it’s hard to say what to skip. SKIP: We’d say skip anything “ordinary” or plain, like a regular baguette or plain croissant from Les Halles Boulangerie-Patisserie. While these may be good, they lack the punch of flavor you can get from other dishes at this pavilion. Les Halles EAT INSTEAD: Instead, grab something packed with more flavor like some of the items from the France Food & Wine Festival booth, or some of the delicious macarons from Les Halles. If you’re really in the mood for a full French experience, head over to the newly reopened Chefs de France for an absolutely spectacular meal. Click here to read our review of Chefs de France (spoiler alert: it was incredible)! United Kingdom SKIP: At the United Kingdom, we’d say skip on some (or most) of the packaged treats that you can often find inside some of the gift shops at the pavilion. Epcot’s United Kingdom Pavilion EAT INSTEAD: While some of those packaged treats may look enticing and can be tasty and fairly inexpensive, we’d recommend you opt for some hot and delicious Fish & Chips from Yorkshire County Fish Shop. Click here for our most recent review of the fish & chips! Canada Finally, we’ve made our way to the last pavilion on our tour — Canada! SKIP: There are SO many things to love at the Canada pavilion, but if we’d have to skip anything here, we’d say skip some of the desserts at Le Cellier Steakhouse — specifically the Maple Leaf Cheesecake and Warm Pecan-Brown Butter Tart. Maple Leaf Cheesecake While both of these are okay, they fall flat in terms of overall flavor. Neither of them have blown us away in the past. EAT INSTEAD: Instead, we’d say grab the classic Maple Creme Brûlée at Le Cellier if you feel absolutely compelled to get dessert there, or opt for some dessert at one of the other pavilions in EPCOT! Well, that’s our list! If you’re eating around the world, you might as well spend your money (and your calorie count) on some truly unique and flavorful items. We’d say skip the items listed above, and grab some other treats instead! Looking for some great snacks in EPCOT? Check out our “Best of the Fest” for the 2020 Taste of EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival 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. What is one snack you’d recommend guests skip when visiting EPCOT? Let us know in the comments! The post Oh Honey, Just No! Skip THESE Foods in EPCOT! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Consider Making THESE Weird Choices On Your Next Disney World Trip. The 10 BEST Disney Snacks You Can Still Get in Disney World Right Now! What’s New at EPCOT: A Secret Drink is Back, There’s a NEW Garlic Toast Pulled Pork Sandwich, and We Found a Whole Fish & Chips COLLECTION! View the full article

It happens to the best of us: whether we’re aware of it or not, there are some bad Disney World habits that we’re all guilty of from time to time! That doesn’t mean that we can’t do our best to break them the next time we’re on vacation. December crowds in Magic Kingdom Here are a few of the worst Disney World habits that we need to break right this instant! Forgetting there are other guests around you! Some guests are often quick to forget that they aren’t the ONLY ones on vacation! While it’s tempting to do everything in your power to make sure your time in Disney World is perfect, it’s important to remember that there are thousands of other people looking for that same magical experience! Fantasyland A good example of this has to do with shows, parades, and nighttime spectaculars. Remember that everyone wants to get a good view of the show, so be thoughtful before choosing your spot. Many on our team had stories of camping out well before a parade for a perfect front row spot only to have guests walk up and stand right in front of them moments before the show started. Don’t be that guest! Think of Other Guests Before Snagging A Last-Minute Viewing Spot! If you don’t want to wait for an hour+ for the best spots, take a moment to look around and see if there are other options, perhaps off to the side or just by standing back a few feet. In fact, when it comes to the Magic Kingdom fireworks, some of the best views are actually towards the BACK of Main Street, and not directly in front of the castle! Magic Kingdom Perfect Firework Viewing Spot! Another thing to consider with fireworks and parades is little ones who need to be hoisted up onto your shoulders to get a better view! Kiddos definitely need a good view of what’s going on; just be aware of your surroundings before you decide where to “camp out” so to speak for a show. You’ll likely hear groans around you if, seconds before the show starts, you toss a kiddo on your shoulders and the folks camped out behind you suddenly can’t see. Think of Those Behind You! See if there are less crowded areas that could end up benefitting you and your kid as well! Standing off to the sides of the Magic Kingdom fireworks on the bridge to Tomorrowland is usually less crowded and you have a great view. Who doesn’t love a little more elbow room AND your kiddo can see from the ground! Another great example of a seemingly innocent action that could ruin someone else’s experience are flash photos on dark rides. We totally get that we want to capture every moment of our Disney World vacation, especially those who don’t get to visit the parks as often, but flashes on massive dark rides rarely look any good and they’re a nuisance to others. Remember that many of the newer smart phones are equipped with cameras that perform very well in low lighting, no flash required! Computer Lady Not being aware of your surroundings and aware of all the people around you is important to point out for your safety, too. Stopping in the middle of a walkway, especially on a busy day, could be bad news for you or for those walking directly behind you. Think of the walkways in Disney World as highways. You wouldn’t stop your car in the middle of a highway if you needed to grab something out of the trunk, right? Same rules apply in Disney World only, instead of getting rear-ended by another car, you might get your ankle demolished by a stroller! Animal Kingdom December crowds Our last tip when it comes to being mindful of other guests in the park has to do with holding tables. It can be very tempting to grab an empty table at a quick-service restaurant or during an EPCOT festival while someone else in your party goes and gets food, but this prevents other guests that may be carrying trays full of food from sitting down and enjoying their food that they already purchased. If there’s a constant cycle of guests getting food, getting a table, eating, and moving on, holding a table is basically like throwing a wrench in a well-oiled machine. It messes up the proper flow of guests through a restaurant. If everyone waited until they actually had food to grab tables, it would actually be EASIER to find a place to sit, not harder! Tables at Pinocchio Village Haus Also, keep in mind that once you finish eating, be courteous to other guests and get up and leave your table. If you’d like to sit for a bit after eating, move on from your table and you’ll likely find ample seating opportunities in the area that aren’t keeping guests from having access to a table. Click here to read why you should SKIP each Disney World park right now. Setting unrealistic expectations! The cardinal sin while vacationing at Disney World is setting your expectations too high. Disney World is huge, and most of the year it’s hot and crowded. Knowing those three facts before you arrive will save you a lot of trouble when it starts to rain, or the lines become super long, or you can’t be outside for more than 60 seconds without dripping in sweat! Rise of the Resistance Queue These days, even some of the complimentary services we used to recommend to skip those long lines can be problematic! For instance, Disney’s Mobile Order service used to be a great lesser-known way to “skip the line” when ordering fast food around Disney World but, since reopening, it has become the primary way guests are encouraged to order their food, meaning that the wait times can be exceptionally longer than you expect. Mobile Order Line at Animal Kingdom In the situation of long wait times for food via Mobile Order, decide ahead of time when and where your party wants to eat lunch or dinner. You can order your food in the morning and select when you want to pick up your lunch at that time. That way, you know your food will be ready then and save you precious time! Making small planning steps like this can save several headaches during your upcoming vacation. In situations where you are met with longer lines than you’d like, it sounds simple to say but harder to do: pack your patience. Especially in these current times, a vacation at Disney World isn’t quite what it used to be, and so it’s even more important to remember that not everything is available at this time or you might just have to wait in a line for a while. Click here for some NEW Disney World mistakes you might not be expecting. Not budgeting properly or overspending! It happens to the best of us. We go into a Disney World vacation with the best intentions to not overspend, but inevitably we check out of our hotel with a massive bill! (Anyone else get a distinct feeling of dread when you see that slip on paper at your door on your last day??) A lot of our worst financial habits like to show up while on vacation, and even the most frugal and responsible people can get lost in a sea of spending at the parks. While some indulgences are warranted when you’re in Disney World, it’s important to make sure you don’t let those habits get the best of you and you end up WAY overspending. If you didn’t purchase a pair of Ears, did you even visit Disney World? Not budgeting properly and overspending can show up when we make those major vacation purchases, like flights and hotel accommodations, but they can also show up in the smallest of purchases that add up over time, too! It’s SO important to do your research and shop around before you book flights and select your hotel. There’s really no reason to be spending full price on a Disney World resort! There’s almost always a deal to be found. Disney’s Beach Club It’s also tough to resist purchasing every souvenir you see (trust us, we deal with this on the regular!), but it’s critical you set a budget, especially if you or someone else in your party is prone to overspending. Any of those “in the moment” types of impulse purchases can add up super fast, especially if you’re not monitoring your bank accounts and budget heavily while on vaca. First, it’s just one pair of Minnie Ears for $29.99, but then you need a matching spirit jersey for $79.99, plus those super cute Alex and Ani bracelets for $45.99, a matching pair of earrings, a few new face masks for the whole family at $9.99 each…you get the picture. We’ve been there where we THINK we’re only spending a little bit but once that register rings everything up…yikes. Champagne Ears Obviously, in the moment, you NEED that item. But will you feel the same way once you get home? A lot of the more popular souvenirs you see in the parks, like ears and spirit jerseys, can be found at multiple locations on property, so some of those items might be worth waiting and see if by the end of your trip you still need that t-shirt. The Emporium Remember when we mentioned those small purchases? Make sure those don’t add up, either! Whether it’s taking Uber or Lyft everywhere on vacation or getting Starbucks every morning, you’ll soon realize that your vacation dollars are being spent the wrong way! Think about it: say you’re two adults spending one week in Disney World. You each want a Venti Sweet Cream Cold Brew in the morning. Two Venti Cold Brews for seven days in a row can easily add up to what you would spend on a lunch or dinner (those $4.50 drinks don’t seem too bad til you realize you spent about $63 bucks in a week just on coffee, huh?). Starbucks Don’t let those surprise fees or charges add up, either. Remember to cancel Advance Dining Reservations that you don’t intend on using so you aren’t charged a no-show fee of $10 per person. Look around for ways to find free things to do as well (yes, there are still lots of things you can do in Disney World for free!). And, as always…don’t buy bottled water if you can get away with it! Disney is happy to give you ice water for free! Click here to read about things that are still FREE in Disney World! New 2020 bad habits to think about, too! This past year has brought along a whole new world of bad habits that we actively try to avoid when we’re in the parks! Before 2020 these wouldn’t be considered bad habits at all, but they’re definitely habits you want to avoid doing while Disney World is in its phased reopening with their health and safety guidelines in place. Face Masks First off, there’s “line spacing.” What do we mean by that, exactly? By now we’re all familiar with those stickers on the ground reminding us to stay six feet apart from the parties in front AND behind us. Those markers are all over the place in Disney World! Not only is it important that you stay on those markers, but if you’re a larger party of four or more (especially four adults), Cast Members may ask you to break the party up into smaller groups for safer social distancing. Frozen Ever After Queue You may not realize it, but larger parties can easily “spill” into the space behind them, and before you know it, you’ll definitely be standing within six feet of the party behind you. Like we mentioned above, there are thousands of other guests on vacation at the same time as you. Even if your party feels more comfortable standing somewhat closer to strangers, others may not feel the same way. Try to be mindful that you’re not encroaching on other guests’ personal space. They may be too uncomfortable to speak up and confront you! Distancing Markers There are lots of rules surrounding face masks that we need to be mindful of, too. Disney is still very strict when it comes to their health and safety protocol surrounding face masks, and they may have more rules than what you’re used to seeing in your local community. You won’t be able to eat or drink “on the go,” so remember to stay socially distanced and stationary before you remove your face mask, even for a brief moment, to take a bite of food or a sip of your beverage. Face Mask Signs “Vacation brain” is something we’re all familiar with, but it’s super important these days to remember these health and safety guidelines. If you’re sitting down at a restaurant and need to head to the restroom, put your mask on first before getting up from the table! Mask chains help immensely so if you DO forget (it happens) you’ll have your mask at hand and ready to pop back on. Don’t forget to pack extra face masks, hand sanitizer, and even wipes if you want to be extra careful. Is Disney World safe to visit right now? Read our thoughts here! Being mean to Cast Members! This last point was true before the closures, but more so now after the closures. We cannot express enough how indispensable Cast Members are at ensuring that each and every guest experience is as magical as it can be. Without them, there is simply no Disney World. “Capture Your Moment” Memory Maker With that in mind, it is SUPER important that we remember to break what could be a bad habit of “taking our problems” out on the first Cast Member we see or ignoring them when they tell you something. Cast Members are there to help you and make your experience as memorable as possible, but things are bound to go wrong in some form or fashion. When things DO go wrong, certainly talk to a Cast Member about it — they can often help — but don’t unload your anger onto them! Cast Members at the Boardwalk Bakery If cast members share rules or ask you to do (or don’t do) something, please listen. They’re doing there jobs to keep everyone safe — they’re not out to get you! Working together with Cast Members ultimately ends up creating magic for all parties involved. There are countless stories out there of the guests being the ones who have made a Cast Member’s day memorable for all the RIGHT reasons! Be that guest that brings a smile to a Cast Member’s face! Click here to learn how you can help Cast Members impacted by this year’s closures! By being mindful of these bad habits, your next Disney World vacation can end up going much smoother and with less hassle! Bad habits can quickly add up and cause more trouble than they’re worth. In our experience, practicing kindness and being considerate of Cast Members, other guests around you, and even yourself can make a world of difference! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! 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Here is Military Disney Tips’ 2021 Walt Disney World Planning Guide that will guide you through the process of preparing for your vacation. (Updated December 2020) Hi there, I’ve written this guide and checklist to help guide military members and their families through the complexities of getting ready for a Walt Disney World vacation. This […] The post The 2021 Military Family’s Walt Disney World Comprehensive Vacation Planning and Preparation Guide appeared first on Military Disney Tips Blog. View the full article