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If you’ve tuned into our Instagram stories lately, you may have seen some of the Disney World trivia questions we’ve put up to test your knowledge! Magic Kingdom Entrance And while you might be able to breeze through some of the questions, we’ve added some that are tough for even the most dedicated Disney World fans! A recent trivia question stumped well over half of our readers — only 38% of those polled answered correctly! Ready to test your skills on this tough trivia question?? We asked our readers true or false, Disney World opened the same year the first email was sent? Okay, everybody lock-in your answers! Cinderella Castle And the answer is…true! The first email was sent by Ray Tomlinson in 1971, the same year that Disney World first opened its gates to guests! Walt Disney World Gateway Of those who responded, 38% said true, while the other 62% said false. We definitely agree that it’s hard to believe these two made their debut in the same year, so give yourself a big pat on the back if you got this question right! Here were the final results! With Disney World’s 50th anniversary less than a year away, we’re looking forward to lots of new additions leading up to the celebrations! From new attractions like TRON Lightcycle Run and Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind to new restaurants like Space 220, there are tons of exciting projects that are currently expected to open in 2021! TRON Construction Disney hasn’t shared many specifics about the 50th-anniversary celebrations just yet, but in November 2020, Disney Parks, Experiences, and Products Chairman Josh D’Amaro did say, “what I can tell you is, it’s going to be very remarkable, and we intend to celebrate the stories and experiences our guests love.” Magic Kingdom If you’re ready to plan your trip for the upcoming 50th-anniversary, Walt Disney World Vacation Packages are already available through the end of 2021. Be sure to snag your reservations fast, since dates surrounding the official anniversary on October 1st will fill up quickly! Disney’s Contemporary Resort As we head into 2021, we’ll be keeping a close eye out for more info on the upcoming Disney World anniversary celebrations. Stay tuned to Disney Food Blog for the latest updates and be sure to follow us on Instagram to chime in on future trivia questions! You Can Only Save ONE DISNEY WORLD SNACK! Find Out What Our Readers Voted Off The Island! 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. Did you get the answer to the trivia question correct? Let us know in the comments! The post 62% of Disney Fans Polled Got This Trivia Question WRONG! Do You Know the Answer? first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: 88% of Disney Fans Polled Got This Trivia Question WRONG! Do You Know The Answer? This Is the TOUGHEST Disney Question We’ve EVER Asked! How Would You Have Answered? RESULTS! It’s the Battle of the Disney Theme Parks on Instagram — Here’s Who Won! View the full article

In the tumultuous year of 2020, Central Florida Explorer Patrick Connolly found peace in the outdoors and enjoyed more socially distanced adventures than ever before. View the full article

We’ve been keeping up with a handful of monthly Disney collections this year, including the Minnie Mouse: The Main Attraction collection and D23’s “Year of the Mouse” plush collection. Limited-Edition Disney Mouseketeer Mickey Mouse Plush ©Disney | D23 Each month, we look forward to seeing what the newest plush design will be! With 2020 coming to a close, we’re excited to share that D23 will be continuing with its limited-edition monthly plushes with a new collection in 2021! Every month of 2020 has seen a new design of Mickey Mouse plush as part of the D23 member-exclusive collection. Well, with the upcoming new collection we can also expect a new theme! The 2021 plush collection is called “Disney Treasures From The Vault,” and we’re loving how old-school it sounds already. ©D23 This new collection will be inspired by themes and characters from the 1930s to the 1970s, comprising the first 50 years of the Walt Disney Company! It’s uniquely inspired by the vintage artwork that represented those decades. D23 members can expect a new design each month! 2020 “Year of the Mouse” Collection ©Disney | D23 The new plush design will be released on the first Thursday of each month and then available for purchase on Friday from Amazon. Check back with us for more updates about this special upcoming collection! Check out these new ‘Soul’ face masks that are available online! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! 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 collecting the 2020 “Year of the Mouse” plushes from D23? Tell us in the comments! The post Another Monthly Plush Collection Will Be Released by D23 in 2021! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Don’t Miss Out on Early Access to This Limited-Edition April Mickey Plush! NEWS: You Can Become a D23 Gold Family Member for HALF the Price TODAY! D23’s Latest Limited-Edition Mickey Mouse Plush is the Most ‘Animated’ Yet! View the full article

DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. If you’re a big fan of the mischievous Stitch, now is your time to shine! Stitch Disney recently announced that Stitch will be the star of the new monthly merchandise collection coming in 2021. But if you’re ready to snag some adorable Stitch merch NOW, we found a new Loungefly bag that could be right up your alley! Now you can rock Experiment 626 wherever you go with this Lilo & Stitch Frog Loungefly Mini-Backpack! ©BoxLunch The bag features Stitch holding his frog friend, and Stitch’s arms can be detached from the snap buttons and rotated around! ©BoxLunch The bag has side pockets for extra storage and adjustable straps so you can choose the fit most comfortable for you. ©BoxLunch It also features an enamel Loungefly badge on the back! ©BoxLunch And as an extra touch of cuteness, the lining is printed with an adorable Stitch and frog pattern! ©BoxLunch This Loungefly is a BoxLunch exclusive, and you can snag it for $79.90! Click here to buy the Stitch Frog Loungefly Mini-Backpack! We’ll be keeping an eye out for more details on the new monthly collection featuring Stitch that’s coming in 2021, as well as any other must-have goodies, so stay tuned for all the latest Disney merch! Disney Has Created a MagicBand Celebrating Turkey Legs…and Stitch?! 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 own any Loungefly bags? Tell us about your collection in the comments! The post Hey Stitch Fans, You'll Jump for Joy at this Disney Loungefly Backpack! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: This NEW Wall-E and Eve Loungefly Backpack Has Us Seeing Stars! Love Stitch, Hercules, and Coco?! Then Check Out These 6 NEW Disney Loungefly Prints! New “UP” and “Baby Yoda” Backpacks Let You Be Sweet OR Classy! View the full article

Cast Members from Disneyland Paris are helping spread holiday cheer to those in need! Disneyland Paris ©Disney Disneyland Paris is closed through the holiday season, but that hasn’t stopped Cast Members from making magic! Every December, Cast Members who choose to volunteer their time as part of the Disney VoluntEARS help bring the spirit of the holiday season to hospitalized children. Volunteers have participated in tree trimmings, surprise visits from Disney characters, and other entertainment and activities to help ill and underprivileged children and their families. ©Disney This year, the Disney VoluntEARS found a new way to safely share some holiday cheer by lighting up the rooms of pediatric wards. In November, volunteers assembled, prepared, and sent 50,000 Christmas ornaments to decorate children’s wards in 150 hospitals across France and Belgium. It’s wonderful to see Cast Members volunteering to help spread joy in new and creative ways this holiday season! VIDEO! Sleeping Beauty Castle Will Undergo a MAJOR Refurb in Disneyland Paris Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! The post VoluntEARS at Disneyland Paris Donate 50,000 Ornaments to Pediatric Hospitals first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Disneyland Paris Gives to Local Communities By Donating 1.5 Million Euros Worth of Food and Supplies Disneyland Paris Will Feature Frozen and Star Wars Celebrations in 2020! NEWS: Select Disney Theme Parks Reported Net Positive Contributions for Q4 Report View the full article

Last week, we noticed that Slinky Dog Dash in Disney’s Hollywood Studios changed its loading procedure to begin seating guests in every row. Frozen Ever After And just a few days before that, we noticed that Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster was doing the same. We’ve also seen the addition of plexiglass barriers between rows on more popular rides, such as Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway and Rise of the Resistance, with those rides also now loading guests in every row. Back in November, we saw that some boats on Frozen Ever After at EPCOT had started to test loading guests on every row with the addition of plexiglass barriers. And today, we noticed that this is now the standard loading procedure for all boats on the attraction. Plexiglass dividers on Frozen Ever After Loading each row hasn’t always made a huge difference in wait times for other attractions, but our wait time for Frozen Ever After was nearly cut in half from the usual hour or longer wait times we’ve seen in the past. Although the line still stretched all the way back to the China Pavilion, we were on the ride in 30 minutes. Frozen Ever After Boats with Plexiglass We did notice that with this being a boat ride, the plexiglass tends to get wet and fogged over, making things inside the attraction a little hard to see at times. Wet Plexiglass on Frozen Ever After But the trade-off was a much shorter wait than we’ve experienced in other recent trips. Frozen Ever After often has the longest wait times of any attraction at Disney World, so this could make a big difference in the number of guests able to experience the ride. We’ll continue to be on the lookout for other attraction updates and we’ll keep you in the loop on any further changes! VIDEO: Girl You Good?! Anna’s WHOLE FACE Was Missing on EPCOT’s Frozen Ride 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 ridden Frozen Ever After recently? Tell us about your experience in the comments! The post PHOTOS: Frozen Ever After in EPCOT Now Seating Riders in Every Row first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: See What’s Different About The ONLY Character Meal at EPCOT Right Now! SURPRISE: Frozen Ever After Reopens One Day Early in EPCOT! NEWS! Here’s the FULL LIST of Rides and Attractions That Will Be Reopening at Epcot in Disney World! View the full article

Two months after abruptly shutting down, the tiki time capsule known as the Mai-Kai Restaurant in Oakland Park remains stuck in financial limbo, with a repair bill its owners can ill afford, sluggish income and over 100 employees out of work. View the full article

It’s almost time to kiss 2020 goodbye and ring in a brand new year! 2021 Disney World Magnet We’ve already been celebrating with loads of 2021 merchandise that we’ve seen in both Disney World and Disneyland Resort. And there are even some modified ways you can celebrate the New Year if you’re at a Disney World hotel on New Year’s Eve! And Raglan Road in Disney Springs is also preparing to say goodbye to 2020. In fact, the restaurant will ring in the New Year TWICE. Raglan Road The first celebration happens at 7PM, which is when the clock strikes midnight in Ireland. Very fitting, since Raglan Road is an Irish pub! The second celebration will take place at midnight in Eastern Standard Time. During each countdown, all guests 21 and over will receive a complimentary glass of bubbly! Raglan Road On New Year’s Day, guests can enjoy the Rollicking Ragland Weekend Brunch with live Irish entertainment starting at noon. The brunch menu includes a full Irish breakfast, Pancakes Diaspora, the OMG Burger, Fish & Chips, and more! Anglo Irish Guests can also order a variety of drinks, including “The Cure,” the restaurant’s rendition of a Bloody Mary. The Cure ©Raglan Road Raglan Road encourages guests to make reservations on its official website or by calling 407-938-0300. We’ll keep you updated on all New Year’s Eve celebrations happening at Disney World! Celebrate the Holidays with BIG Deals at Raglan Road in Disney Springs! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Preorder Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Will you be celebrating New Year’s at Disney World? Let us know in the comments! The post Celebrate The New Year TWICE at Raglan Road in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: The Ultimate List of Disney World Dates You NEED to Know Before You Go Get The DEETS On The Edison’s New Year’s Eve Party in Disney Springs HERE! REVIEW! You Might Never Want to Get Coffee Anywhere Else After Trying These Drinks in Disney Springs! View the full article

A you ready for a whole NEW way to get to Disney World? ©Brightline We had our fingers crossed that the rumors of a high-speed rail station at Disney World were true, so we were excited when Brightline announced they had reached an agreement to build just that. And now we know WHEN we might be riding the rails right to Disney! In Brightline’s November monthly ridership report, they revealed that the goal is to start revenue service on the Disney World connection during the second half of 2023. ©Brightline The connection would see a station developed at Disney Springs and the timeline is dependent on “right of way acquisition, permitting, final design and engineering,” according to the company’s report. The report noted that “The station at Disney Springs will provide a fast, convenient and enjoyable alternative to driving or flying for the millions of trips made by guests traveling between South Florida and Orlando to visit the Walt Disney World Resort each year.” ©Brightline Brightline is currently working on an expansion from West Palm Beach to Orlando International Airport for completion in 2022 and the Disney station would follow in the subsequent Tampa expansion — ideally in 2023. ©Brightline Disney president Jeff Vahle said of the upcoming station, “We’re excited to work with Brightline as they pursue the potential development of a train station at Walt Disney World Resort, a project that would support our local economy and offer a bold, forward-looking transportation solution for our community and guests.” ©Brightline We’ll be keeping a close eye on the progress and news about the Brightline train to Disney World, so stay tuned to DFB for all the latest updates! Click here to see whether our readers would take the train or not! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Preorder Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Will you be taking the train to Disney World? Tell us in the comments! The post High Speed Train to Disney World Targets 2023 Opening first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: 10,000 People Voted on Whether They’d Take the NEW High-Speed Train to Disney World. Would You? A NEW Beef Short Rib Arrives in Disney Springs! We Hope You’re Hungry ‘Cause There’s A NEW Smoked Chicken Wrap in Disney World! View the full article

The holidays are here and if you aren’t in the spirit of the season then we’ve got a day planned for you that is sure to make you feel just jolly!http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/6ujeG2umZ2g View the full article

If you’re anything like us, you have been EAGERLY waiting for Gideon’s Bakehouse to open their location at Walt Disney World’s shopping and dining district, Disney Springs! Gideon’s Bakehouse And after a week or so of slowly sharing their new location menu, Gideon’s has LANDED at Disney Springs today for their opening! You just KNOW we couldn’t help but make our way there and get our cookie on. And we’re gonna share the good, the bad, and the HONEST with you about our full reviews today! Gideon’s Bakehouse Cookies But, we weren’t the only ones excited about this cult-favorite Orlando cookie arriving at Disney World. The line was already long when we arrived, so if that’s what you encounter when you go, you can join a virtual waitlist at the location. Gideon’s Bakehouse Virtual Line After a bit of waiting ourselves, we were able to head into what we are officially dubbing “cookie heaven.” Gideon’s Cookie Case Now, we’re no strangers to Gideon’s Bakehouse, having previously tried their goods many…MANY…times at their East End Market location. But, we had to see how the Disney Springs location compared, so we got our hands on some of their cookies and more. Gideon’s Cake Case For this trip, we actually got 4 of their cookies — 2 of which are limited edition holiday items — a GIANT slice of cake, and some of their exclusive and specialty peanut butter cold brew. Here are our thoughts on ALL of it. Coffee Cake Cookie Gideon’s Coffee Cake Cookie is a once-a-year treat at the original Gideon’s Bakehouse, but it will actually be available daily at Disney Springs. This enormous treat is made up of a vanilla bean cookie filled with cinnamon strudel and topped with homemade double baked butter crumbs. Coffee Cake Cookie It sounds amazing, it looks amazing, and (unsurprisingly) it tastes…AMAZING (at least according to some of our team)! It was a stand-out favorite for at least one of our taste-testers. The cookie is crumbly and not too sweet. The gooeyness actually reminded us of that buttery, sugary, cinnamon-packed flavor you’d get in like the center of a really good and soft cinnamon roll. One member of our team, however, didn’t love this cookie, but they aren’t the biggest fan of cinnamon rolls either. Coffee Cake Cookie So, we’d say, if you love coffee cake and cinnamon rolls, this’ll be your jam! But, if you don’t like those things, opt for another one of the treats here instead. Original Chocolate Chip Gideon’s Original Chocolate Chip cookie is packed with beau coup chocolate chips, but it’s also got a vanilla punch from the cookie as they use real vanilla bean. And that yummy little salty crunch from the sea salt topper is what really puts this one over the top. Original Chocolate Chip Cookie But…HOT TAKE…if we HAD to pick our least favorite of the bunch we ordered today, it might be this one. That’s not to say that the cookie wasn’t delicious (because it was) but the overwhelming prevalence of chocolate chips in this guy means that it’s not for everyone. The most dedicated semi-sweet chocolate lover will be in heaven, but we had a couple of taste-testers put it at the bottom of the bunch. Original Chocolate Chip Cookie All that said (we told you we were gonna be honest), this flavor is what put Gideon’s on the map, so it’s definitely a must-get to see what side of the camp you fall into. If you’re someone who wishes cookies were basically all chocolate chips with just a little bit of cookie dough, this is the cookie you’re looking for. The chocolate chips themselves also weren’t sickly sweet. So, even though there was a lot of them, the fact that they weren’t overly sweet made for a much deeper flavor profile than just…SUGAR. Santa’s White Christmas Santa’s White Christmas is one of Gideon’s limited edition holiday cookies. The “White Chocolate Chip Cookie is filled with notes of Coconut, Sweet Caramel, Vanilla, and Nutty Flavors” according to Gideon’s. But here’s the TWIST — the cookie also has freshly ground White Christmas coffee beans throughout, and is topped with coarse sugar, sea salt, and a pinch of Christmas glitter. Santa’s White Christmas Cookie This cookie was (total surprise here) delicious! (You’re sensing a trend?) There’s definitely a coffee flavor to it thanks to those ground coffee beans, but it’s really well incorporated into all of the other flavors of the cookie. We think that even those who aren’t big coffee fans will very much enjoy this one. One of our team members felt that this cookie was their favorite and claimed there was the perfect amount of sweetness for a cookie this large. Santa’s White Christmas Cookie The white chocolate was so smooth, and the cookie overall had that perfect balance of salty and sweet. Cookie Vom Krampus Another holiday specialty, the Cookie Vom Krampus is made of Gideon’s Triple Chocolate Cookie with the addition of some chopped Andes Mints. Cookie Vom Krampus This cookie will make you feel like you’ve grabbed an Andes Mint Chocolate, dressed it up in the fanciest clothes you could find, and gave it a buttery upgrade. We also found it to be the most buttery of all the cookies. Cookie Vom Krampus But mint is super polarizing for our audience here at DFB. You love it or you hate it! So know which one you are before you invest in VOM KRAMPUS! In our hearts, most of these cookies essentially tie for 1st, except for the original chocolate chip cookie which some of our team agreed should be in 2nd because of the chocolate chips to cookie dough ratio. All of the items we tried were superstar specimens, though, and when we’re comparing half-pound Gideon’s Bakehouse cookies to one another, the real winner is US. Which one will be your favorite? There’s only one way to find out. VALUE PER COOKIE? Each cookie we tried today was priced at $6, which, when you think about Disney treats, this is a GOOD DEAL MY FRIENDS. I’m not gonna lie — most of our team has an average of about eight Gideon’s cookies stashed in their freezers at any given time, because they last forever and just a quarter of a Gideon’s is enough sweetness to hold you over until tomorrow. So $6 for a very shareable, unique, high-quality treat skyrockets Gideon’s to the top of our recommended snacks list already. Slice of Cake Aside from cookies, Gideon’s Disney Springs location also offers slices of cake, with flavors that will vary. Today’s flavor was Red Velvet. The cake is original red velvet, not chocolate cake with red dye — and you can definitely tell the difference when you bite in. Red Velvet Cake The cake has a cream cheese frosting and filling, and there are candied pecans around the outside. And if you thought we were joking about these being GIANT, there are actually 3 layers of cake per slice. So, if you’re grabbing a cake slice, be sure to save some space in your stomach for it! Red Velvet Cake Our team is actually a bit divided on this one. Some of us who have had it in the past have felt that it was good, but nothing super special. They found it to be almost overly sweet. But, other members of our team who had the cake today said they would quite literally “do anything” for the red velvet cake. They thought the cake was very good, not overly sweet, and not overly filled with chocolate flavor either. They also found the frosting and filling to have a touch of savory along with the sweet, which they really enjoyed. Red Velvet Cake If you’re looking for a really strong chocolate flavor though, this might not be for you. Want to try it yourself? Head over to Gideon’s in Disney Springs and see if it’s available for you to buy! Cake slices switch up daily, so you never know what your options will be. Our slice of cake today cost $9. Value-wise, that’s not bad at all. Many Disney desserts will set you back amounts in the $10+ range. And since this is basically three slices of cake in one, it’s very shareable as well. So we don’t have too much beef with the price. Cold Brew And finally, to round out today’s Gideon’s Bakehouse extravaganza, we got a Peanut Butter Cold Brew Coffee, which comes with a dash of cinnamon on top. This is a unique Disney Springs location offering and will be on the permanent menu. Peanut Butter Cold Brew We’d say this drink is right in the middle in terms of sweetness. You can taste the peanut butter in it, but it’s just the right amount and (at least in our opinion) wasn’t overpowering. But, it did leave us with that creamy, peanut butter aftertaste. Peanut Butter Cold Brew If you like your coffee drinks to be VERY sweet, take a sip of this one before you do anything to it, but be aware that you might want to add a tiny dash of sugar to sweeten it up. Overall, if you LOVE peanut butter or are looking for a coffee drink that’s sweet but not too sugary in terms of taste, this might be a drink you’ll really enjoy. On the other hand, if you’re looking for a super sweet cold brew or a really strong coffee drink — you might want to skip this. This drink is more for someone looking for a coffee that’s right down the middle in terms of strength and sweetness. Try it for yourself and let us know what you think. The Peanut Butter Cold Brew at Gideon’s is priced at $6. Gideon’s Bakehouse To-go Box Today marks the first day of Gideon’s soft opening. The store will have its “Official” Grand Opening in the new year. We’ll be on the lookout for a grand opening date and let you know when we find it. We’re looking forward to ALL of the sweetness that this new spot is sure to bring to Disney Springs! Curious to learn more about Gideon’s Bakehouse? Check out our exclusive interview with the owner — Steve Lewis. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Preorder Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you excited to try Gideon’s Bakehouse at Disney Springs? Let us know in the comments below! The post REVIEW ALERT! We've Already Got Some 🚨Hot Takes🚨 on Gideon's Bakehouse in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. 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New Disney World restaurants are a pretty big deal (as are new spots to get some sweet, sweet air conditioning in the Florida heat). Rodeo Roundup BBQ ©Dsiney One current Disney project is going to accomplish BOTH! Roundup Rodeo BBQ is bringing table service dining to Toy Story Land in Disney’s Hollywood Studios and we’re pretty darn excited. Despite presumably being delayed, we’re still hoping to check out this spot soon and now we’ve got a RARE look at the construction progress! Typically it’s pretty easy for us to keep an eye on construction in Disney World, but Roundup Rodeo BBQ is pretty significantly obscured from the park with Toy Story Land elements and trees. The result is that we’ve really only ever seen the very edge of the building. Roundup Rodeo construction Until today that is! Orlando pilot and Twitter user @bioreconstruct flew over Hollywood Studios today and snapped a pic of the Roundup Rodeo BBQ building! You can get a good idea of the pretty large size of this restaurant. It certainly seems like the exterior of the building is close to completion from what we can see. When we finally get to head inside this mysterious building, we’ll find ourselves in a rodeo of Andy’s creation based on Woody’s Roundup TV show from the Toy Story movies. Plus, BBQ? Disney’s been playing out the smokey meats category lately but we won’t say no to some more BBQ eats and air conditioning. Rodeo Roundup BBQ Concept Art ©Disney We haven’t heard any official news from Disney about this restaurant in a while but we’ll be on the lookout! For all the latest updates, stay tuned to DFB! Click here to learn everything you need to know about Roundup Rodeo BBQ! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Preorder Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you excited about Toy Story Land’s new restaurant? Tell us in the comments! The post New Image of Woody's Roundup Rodeo BBQ in Disney World Shows A Rare Glimpse Behind Construction Walls first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: What’s New at Hollywood Studios! Black Spire Hot Chocolate; Roundup Rodeo BBQ Progress; and Your Disney Foodie Dream Merchandise! Disney Recipe: YEE-HAW!! Make Chocolate-Hazelnut Lunch Box Tarts From Woody’s Lunch Box at Home! A Complete List of What Restaurants ARE and ARE NOT Open at Walt Disney World’s Theme Parks Right Now! View the full article

The global health crisis has upended the travel industry and resulted in the closure of Disney Parks globally during the spring. Although many parks have reopened (with some ultimately re-closing), Disneyland in Southern California remains closed. Sleeping Beauty Castle Although Disneyland Resort did have the opportunity to open up some retail outlets and restaurants at Downtown Disney, as well as on Buena Vista Street in California Adventure, a recent stay-at-home order has put a limit on the capacity for stores, as well as a limit on restaurants to only offer take-out and to-go orders. Although Orange County, where Disneyland resides, reported an all-time high of COVID-19 cases in one day last week, the state of California has now started to see a decline in daily new case numbers over five consecutive days, according to Deadline. The daily number of new cases has dropped 39.2% in less than a week. Balloons at Downtown Disney State health officials previously said the new restrictions would probably show results within 2-3 weeks, and it seems that the drop in cases could indicate that the stricter measures are working to decrease the daily number of cases in California. Buena Vista Street Two of the state’s regions are currently under the stay-at-home orders, including Orange County. We’ll continue to monitor the situation and keep you updated! Read the details on Governor Newsom’s discussion about Disneyland Cast Member vaccinations Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! The post NEWS: California’s COVID-19 Daily New Cases Are Down By Almost 40% Since Last Week first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: NEWS: California’s Orange County Could Remain Under Stay-At-Home Order For Another Month News! California’s Orange County Has Been Removed from the State’s COVID-19 Watch List News: California Governor Says Discussions on Disneyland and Other Theme Parks are “Forthcoming” View the full article

There are SO MANY construction projects going on at Disney World right now! Guardians of the Galaxy Construction We’ve been watching for updates on Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser, Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure, and so many more ongoing projects. And while some projects may not be quite as exciting as a new ride or hotel, they’re still very helpful for improving Disney World as a whole. That’s the case with the project we got a glimpse at today — construction progress for the Transportation and Ticket Center (TTC)! Thanks to @bioreconstruct on Twitter, we got some aerial views of the construction progress on the parking area of the TTC, which offers Monorail, boat, and bus transportation to Magic Kingdom. Here’s a side-by-side comparison of the parking lot from the beginning of the year until now. We’ll be on the lookout for any more construction in Disney World, and we’ll make sure to give you the latest updates! Check Out the Latest Construction Progress for the EPCOT Transformation! 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 usually drive to the parks or take Disney transportation? Tell us in the comments! The post Pics! Disney World's Transportation and Ticket Center Has Seen Some BIG Changes This Year first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Magic Kingdom’s Tram Refurbishment: Find Out What it Means for Your Trip What’s New at Epcot: Frozen Cocktails, Lion King Snacks, Construction Updates, and MORE! We Checked Out LOTS of Disney World Transportation Today — Here’s What It Was Like! View the full article

Would you like to send some yuletide cheer to family and friends…complete with a little extra magic? Mickey at the Magic Kingdom If so, Disney is providing some tips and inspiration — by way of an at-home lesson from a Disney Imagineer! — so YOU can create your own hand-drawn Holiday Card to send around some extra pixie dust this year. Walt Disney Imagineer Alisara Tareekes shares DIY advice on adding a little “extra flair” to your holiday greetings. In fact, once you watch this #DisneyMagicMoments video below, I think you’ll be prepared to create your own greeting any time of year! It’s not too late to send a little extra holiday spirit, and it’s ALWAYS a good time to let someone know you’re thinking of them, don’t you agree? So grab some paper and a few colored pencils, and get ready to create and share a little holiday magic of your own! Find MORE Disney DIYS right here! Happy Holidays!! 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 What’s your favorite holiday DIY? Please let us know with a comment! The post Disney DIY: Add Some Extra Magic to Your Holiday Cards With an At-Home Lesson From a Disney Imagineer first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: News: Amorette’s to Host Cake Decorating Classes in Disney Springs You’re Gonna Love What These 5 Disney Instagrammers Are Doing! Review: Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto and Tiki Terrace at Disney World’s Polynesian Village Resort View the full article

Rounding out the holiday series of Disney Paper Parks is today’s set of printable activity sheets featuring a 3D version of the Main Street, U.S.A. train station and a holiday favorite – the Candlelight Ceremony and Processional. The set is complete with a Disneyland Railroad train, train tracks and “floral Mickey.” Add this set to last week’s Disney Paper Parks release featuring […]http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/A41Vj_3mCzs View the full article

Walt Disney World unveils new fountain and sculpture nestled between entrance of Epcot and its iconic Spaceship Earth attraction. View the full article

Disney is the best in the business at making super cute animal sidekicks! Pascal Shoulder Plush Since we can’t get enough of their adorable-ness, Disney loves to make merchandise to match. We’ve seen cute shoulder plushes, bags, and so much more. Recently, Disney announced they’d be launching a Reigning Cats and Dogs collection, featuring cats and dogs from Disney media and including items for our pets! We didn’t expect the collection to arrive until December 28th, but today we spotted some items in Disney World! The first item we spotted in Animal Kingdom’s Island this “More Disney More Dogs” shirt, and honestly, SAME. This pretty much sums up our feelings about our pets and our favorite hobby all in one shirt. Pick this one up for $36.99. Reigning Cats and Dogs Collection The next item is too cute to pass up, it’s a shirt covered in our favorite Disney dogs! We spot Pluto, some Dalmatians, Lady, and even Nana amongst the print. This fun piece of Disney style is priced at $36.99. Reigning Cats and Dogs Collection Switching over to merchandise for the cat lovers, this hilarious tee says “You Say ‘Cat Lady’ Like it’s a Bad Thing”! The cat ladies in your life are sure to appreciate this, and you can buy it for $36.99. Reigning Cats and Dogs Collection Now we’ve made it over to the accessories for our pets! Dress up your cat in Disney style with this uniquely designed cat collar. It’s $12.99, and it’s adjustable to fit kitties of all sizes. Reigning Cats and Dogs Collection If you’re looking to give your furry friend a little exercise, then you can snag this cat toy for $17.99. The ribbon is decorated with a print of Disney cats, and will hopefully provide hours of great entertainment for your feline. Reigning Cats and Dogs Collection And if you thought the Disney Dogs Shirt was cute, just wait until you see this Disney Cats version! Featuring a similar print as the tote, but in color, this tee costs $36.99. Reigning Cats and Dogs Collection If the tee isn’t enough, then try matching it with these Disney Cats Leggings! The top is a simple shade of gray, while the bottom half matches the print of the shirt. Pick up a pair for $39.99. Reigning Cats and Dogs Collection Convey your priorities clearly with the “I’m Here to Pet All the Puppies” shirt. Featuring some of Disney’s cartoon dogs and flared sleeves, this will definitely make an adorable fashion statement for $29.99. Reigning Cats and Dogs Collection Don’t feel left out, dog lovers, there’s a pair of leggings for you as well! This pair has the dog pattern on a dark background, and would definitely make you stand out if you wore them with the coordinating shirt! Get these for $24.99. Reigning Cats and Dogs Collection There are also a few very precious items for your littlest ones! This “I’m Purr-fect” 2-piece set for your baby would be a great choice for Baby’s First Disney Trip! Reigning Cats and Dogs Collection It comes with a matching bow headband to complete the adorable look — pick this one up for $24.99. Reigning Cats and Dogs Collection Then we spotted the equally as precious “I Chews You” onesie for $19.99, which made us audibly go “AWWW!” Reigning Cats and Dogs Collection The collection is titled “Reigning Cats and Dogs”, but they still have something for when it’s “raining cats and dogs” outside! Reigning Cats and Dogs Collection The Disney Dogs umbrella is $39.99, and here’s a picture of what it looks like from the top. We think this would pair purr-fectly (sorry, we had to) with the matching raincoat we spotted in EPCOT! Reigning Cats and Dogs Collection We also found some items in the store that we had previously noticed around Disney World. The Marie and Dalmatian ears were available, as well as the Disney Dogs and Disney Cats backpacks. Reigning Cats and Dogs Collection If you want your doggo to have a part in the matching clothes fun, then make sure to check out these Disney Dog rain jackets or shirts for your pet. You can pick up either one of these for $34.99, and your pet will be just as stylish as you are! Reigning Cats and Dogs Collection And for a dry, but chilly, day, these hoodies are just right! You can snag the “Stay Paw-sitive” or the “Life is a Walk in the Park” designs for $34.99 each. Reigning Cats and Dogs Collection Last but not least, we took a look at these “Life is a Walk in the Park” pants featuring Disney dogs. You can get a pair of these (which look pretty comfy) for $39.99. Reigning Cats and Dogs Collection Well, that wraps up the collection that we’ve seen so far, so make sure to head on over to Island Mercantile in Disney’s Animal Kingdom if you’re ready to represent your favorite Disney furry friends! Reigning Cats and Dogs Collection There are still some items from the collection we haven’t seen just yet, so we’ll be sure to keep you updated as we spot more around the parks. Stay tuned to DFB for the latest in Disney news and merchandise! Check Out the Raincoat from This Collection 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. Are you team cat or dog? Tell us in the comments! The post PHOTOS: TONS of Merch from the New 🐱Cats and Dogs🐶 Collection Has Arrived in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. 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Getting photos taken by PhotoPass photographers at Disney World is so much fun, especially when you get those Magic Shots! The Child PhotoPass Opportunity And we’ve seen some super fun Magic Shots at Disney World recently, too, including one at Disney’s Hollywood Studios that puts Baby Yoda in your photo, as well as a cool holiday Super Zoom photo at Magic Kingdom! We recently mentioned a new Super Zoom Magic Shot over at Animal Kingdom that lets you pose for a photo like so… Animal Kingdom Super Zoom Magic Shot©Disney Then, when you look at the photo later, you can zoom out to see this: Animal Kingdom Super Zoom Magic Shot©Disney To get the new Magic Shot, you’ll want to look for this spot near Expedition Everest. Wait here and a Cast Member will instruct you on what to do next. Animal Kingdom Super Zoom Magic Shot If you have trouble finding the location, look for this sign. This is the theater that was formerly the home of Rivers of Light. Animal Kingdom Super Zoom Magic Shot The shot is available from 10AM to sunset, weather permitting. You’ll receive a zoomed-in photo, a zoomed-out photo, and a video. So cool, right? We’ll let you know about any other new PhotoPass opportunities that pop up in the parks, too! We’re Feeling Festive With These FREE Holiday Wallpapers from Disney! 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 any Super Zoom Disney photos? Let us know in the comments! The post Pics! Here's Where to Find the Epic New Super Zoom Magic Shot at Disney's Animal Kingdom first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: What’s New in Animal Kingdom — Construction Updates, a Mary Poppins Pin, and MORE! NEWS! Here’s the FULL LIST of Rides and Attractions That Will Be Reopening at Animal Kingdom in Disney World! Here We Go! 21 Photos and Videos From Disney World TODAY! View the full article

Our Adventures by Disney trips take guests to dozens of incredible destinations – each with fascinating cultures and stories to explore. And while these places are fun to visit all year round, in celebration of the season, we thought we’d give you a closer look at some truly unique holiday traditions and celebrations around the world.http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/DisneyParks/~4/RSL23vkiRqQ View the full article

The tsum tsum craze seems to have died down a bit latel. But if you can’t get enough tsum tsum cuteness in your life, this recipe from Disney Family is for YOU! Tsum Tsum Collection Surprise your kids (or just kids-at-heart!) with a Tsum Tsum Mickey pie this holiday season! Between Thanksgiving and holiday parties, by this time of year, you and your guests have probably eaten too many pies to even keep count! Why not change things up and add a little Disney magic to your next get together! ©DisneyFamily Follow the recipe and download the Mickey Tsum Tsum template to create your very own Tsum Tsum Mickey Pie! Ingredients: 6 Cups fresh or frozen cherries, pitted 1 Cup sugar 3 premade pie crusts 1 egg 1/4 Cup and 2 Tbsp cornstarch 1 Tbsp water Tools for the pie crust: Printable Mickey Tsum Tsum template Scissors 1″ mini alphabet letter cookie cutters ©DisneyFamily Directions: Step 1: Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Place cherries in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Let simmer for 10-15 minutes. Step 2: Whisk together cornstarch and sugar, and add to simmering cherries. Combine well and let simmer for 2-3 minutes, or until mixture is thickened. Remove cherry mixture from heat and let cool. Step 3: Download, print, and cut out the Mickey Tsum Tsum template. Step 4: To make pie crust design, take one pie crust and cut half of it into 1/4″ wide strips. Then braid. On the remaining half of the crust, cut out shapes to form a Tsum Tsum face, using the template. It should be about 4″ tall. Step 5: Place your Tsum crust on another pie crust. Then use alphabet cookie cutters to cut out your favorite phrase around the Tsum. Step 6: Place the third pie crust on the bottom of a pie pan. Scoop the cherry filling into the crust. Create an egg wash by beating the egg and water. Then add to the backs of the braid and the Tsum crust. Place the crust with letters over the filling. Add your Tsum crust under the letters, and the crust braids around the edges. Step 7: Brush the braids and the areas of the Tsum that would be black with an egg wash. Bake for 50 minutes. Let cool and serve. Peep the Mickey Tsum Tsum! ©DisneyFamily There ya have it! Seven quick steps and you have you self an incredibly unique and super cute pie that is guaranteed to wow guests and fellow tsum tsum lovers alike! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Do you plan to try this recipe? Let us know in the comments down below! The post Disney Recipe: Bake the Most Adorable Tsum Tsum Pie! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Disney Recipe: Try The Grey Stuff With This Recipe From Disney World and Disneyland! Mermaid Hair, Don’t Care! Disney Cruise Line’s Mermaid Tail Cookie Recipe is Perfect for All Sea Dwellers! Disney Recipe! Tuna Burgers from Captain Hook’s Galley at Disneyland Resort! View the full article

Whether it’s through water art, taking unique photos, or creating other special moments, Disney World Cast Members make magic every day for guests. But, with the global pandemic, park closures, furloughs, and ultimately layoffs, many Cast Members have been seriously impacted by all of the changes this year brought to the world. Sidewalk Art Many have joined together to support Cast Members in need. One union representing Disney many employees, Local 737, started a food bank that has distributed much-needed groceries to Cast Members and their families. Recently we shared that the food bank was getting dangerously close to shutting down due to a lack of supplies. But, the NBA Players Association is now stepping in to help! Earlier this year, many NBA players lived in “the bubble” in Disney World while practicing, playing games, and getting haircuts(!), as their season resumed at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex. NBA Experience Shop So, the NBA is no stranger to Disney World and its Cast Members. Now, the NBA Players Association is trying to give back and help Cast Members in need. According to the Orlando Sentinel, the NBA Players Association will be donating $50,000 to the Local 737 Food Bank. This food bank has been distributing donations weekly to those in need, including Disney World Cast Members. Local 737 represents Disney World Food & Beverage and Housekeeping Cast Members, as well as other works at locations like the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel at the Entrance to Universal Orlando and more. NBA Barbershop Nikola Vucevic, the Orlando Magic center, said “We’re lucky to be in the position that we are, to make the money that we are and live a good life and so when you can help others that are not in the same situation it’s huge…The players association has great programs that we can use to help others.” Cast Members at the Boardwalk Bakery According to Jeremy Haicken, the president of Local 737, the donation is expected to keep the food bank up and running for another month, at least. Haicken said the donation “could not have come at a better time,” and said they were deeply gateful to the NBA players and the Association for the donation. Magic Kingdom Cast Members in Costume If you’d like to help out with the food bank by donating food, money, or your time, contact the Local 737 at 407-851-0626. Click here to read more about how you can help Cast Members in need and see other resources for Cast Members. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! The post NBA Players Union Gives ,000 to Food Bank Helping Disney Cast Members first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: The 3 Most Unexpected Changes That Happened in Disney World This Week! The Future of the Disney College Program Is “Uncertain” Details on Disney’s Layoff Announcement, Resources For Cast Members, And How YOU Can Help View the full article

YES. The day we’ve all been waiting for has arrived at last! Gideon’s Bakehouse We’ve spent the last several months watching and waiting for the opening of the first Disney World location of local Orlando favorite Gideon’s Bakehouse. And though the spot won’t “grand” open until 2021, Disney World’s newest cookie palace is now open for business! Cookies, here we come! We popped into Disney Springs 30 minutes before the big opening this morning and there was already a line! Gideon’s Bakehouse Line This spot is SO popular it doesn’t even need to be open to bring in the cookie-lovers. You might be wondering: How is a location that isn’t even open yet so popular? Well, Gideon’s Bakehouse is a BIG deal around here. We also noted that you can snag some Gideon’s merch like this Gideon’s Bakehouse Pin for $8… Gideon’s Bakehouse Pin …and this Coffee Cake Cookie Candle for $24.95! As a note, the grand opening next year will come when kinks are ironed out and even more merchandise is regularly available. Gideon’s Bakehouse Candle But enough about the space, let’s talk about the cookies! The Gideon’s mission statement notes “Our desserts are emotional, personal, and we want to share our journey with you. We stay true to the original process, cutting no corners, putting every handmade detail into the 20 hours required to prepare a single almost half pound Cookie or a tall slice of Cake.” And they really accomplish this. Steve puts his HEART AND SOUL into this company and these products. It’s so great to see a truly homegrown company represented in Disney World like this. Gideon’s Cookie Case These treats taste as good as they look. All those awards we talked about earlier? Gideon’s Bakehouse earned each and every single one based on taste. Steve Lewis has even mentioned that there’s no one but him who knows the complete cookie recipe. Gideon’s Cake Case Today, we opted to try the Santa’s White Christmas Cookie, the Cookie Vom Krampus, the Peanut Butter Cold Brew, the Original Chocolate Chip Cookie, the Coffee Cake Cookie, and a slice of Red Velvet Cake. Gideon’s Bakehouse Cookies Spoiler alert: They were delish and we’ve got a FULL REVIEW of our cookie-based breakfast coming at you soon. Gideon’s Bakehouse To-go Box Gideon’s Bakehouse is operating with the hours of 10AM to 11PM, seven days a week. Keep an eye out for more info about Gideon’s Bakehouse as it opens and for our upcoming review! In the meantime, you can find us stuffing our bellies full of cookies from the finally open Gideon’s Bakehouse! Click here for more info about the menu! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Preorder Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you headed to Gideon’s Bakehouse soon? Tell us in the comments! The post PICS, VIDEOS, and MORE! Gideon's Bakehouse is OPEN in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: NEWS: Gideon’s Bakehouse Will Soft Open TOMORROW in Disney Springs (And We’re Doing a Cookie Dance)! Here’s a Taste of the GIANT Cake Slices We Can Look Forward to When Gideon’s Bakehouse Opens in Disney Springs! REVIEW! Take a Peek at What Cookie Heaven Could Look Like When Gideon’s Bakehouse Opens in Disney Springs! View the full article

Whether you’re headed to Disney World or just wanting to Disney-fy your face masks, tons of new Disney masks are getting released every day! So you always have plenty of great designs to choose from. Face Masks You can find masks that represent your love for Mickey, promote your favorite film, and celebrate the holidays in festive style! But we’re also finding masks that celebrate things specific to Disney Parks, including Pandora — the World of Avatar at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. And today, we spotted a brand new Pandora Face Mask that will have everyone saying “Oel ngati kameie” (which means “I see you” in Na’vi). Pandora Face Mask The mask features that iconic greenery “archway” in Pandora, as well as the name of the land on it. The bottom of the mask features some bioluminescent plants! Pandora Face Mask We found this new mask at Windtraders in Pandora for $9.99. And if we spot any more new masks, we’ll be sure to let you know. Two New ‘Soul’ Face Masks Have Arrived 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. Do you have any Disney World masks? Let us know in the comments! The post Sivako! Another NEW Pandora Mask Just Arrived at Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Sivako! 3 NEW Pandora — The World of Avatar Masks Have Arrived in Disney World! Show Your Love for the Na’vi with New Merch Celebrating the 10th Anniversary of Avatar We Spotted Three Totally Pandorable Shirts at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Today! View the full article

Merry Christmas Eve-Eve, everyone! With only TWO days until Christmas, we decided to try one of the last treats on our wish list! Peppermint Cream Cheese Mousse We reported earlier that the Peppermint Cream Cheese Mousse is back at Satu’li Canteen in Disney’s Animal Kingdom! We tried the treat last year and it’s making a comeback for a few short days. We headed into Pandora – World of Avatar to give this photogenic dessert another taste. (You know, for science!) The dessert is a spinoff of the Blueberry Cream Cheese Mousse you’ll find all year round at Satu’li Canteen. The holiday version is made with peppermint cream cheese mousse. The dessert is then topped with peppermint sauce, a chocolate shell, a piece of meringue, and Oreo cookie crumbles for $5.29. Right away, you’ll notice that this treat is begging to be photographed. It may come from a quick-service location, but it looks like a decadent dessert you’ll find at a full-service restaurant. Let’s dig in, shall we? Peppermint Cream Cheese Mousse Last year, we noted that the treat had too much peppermint. We thought that the returning dessert had just the right amount of mint taste and creamy mousse to balance each other out. Disney either lightened WAY up on the mint or we’ve had enough peppermint this year so we’re more accustomed to the taste! Either way, this is one of our favorite holiday desserts we’ve had this year. And we’ve eaten A LOT of holiday treats so that’s saying something! Peppermint Cream Cheese Mousse Some people may be averse to the thick texture of the “mousse.” We thought it edged on the side of a cheesecake texture rather than a mousse, by the way. Those who enjoy the texture of cheesecake and love the taste of peppermint will really enjoy this treat. Although, if you’re not a fan of creamy, rich desserts you might not enjoy the Peppermint Cream Cheese Mousse. Peppermint Cream Cheese Mousse This dessert is a great way to wrap up our Holiday Treat Extravaganza of 2020. There may be more surprise treats on the way, but we very much enjoyed being reunited with the mousse again this year. The Peppermint Cream Cheese Mousse is available for a limited time until January 2nd, 2021. See all our reviews of the Christmas treats in Disney World this year! 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 What’s your favorite holiday snack from Disney World? Let us know in the comments! The post Review! Could This Returning Christmas Treat Be Our FAVORITE from Disney World This Year?? first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Satu’li Canteen’s Peppermint Cream Cheese Mousse is BACK in Disney’s Animal Kingdom! FULL REVIEW: A Spicy and Stunning Cupcake Is Back EARLY in Disney World’s Animal Kingdom! Where To Do THANKSGIVING in Disney World! View the full article