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DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. We do our best here at DFB to help everyone out with their holiday shopping. Mouse Gear That’s why we keep you updated on the latest deals and do our best to give you some gift ideas so that you are READY to tackle your Disney holiday list! But we think this gift idea might be one of the most epic things you could ever buy for your kid. It’s a battery-powered Disney Princess Cinderella Carriage. SAY WHAT?!?!?!?! Forget horses that were once mice — this thing goes all on its own! Disney Princess Cinderella Carriage ©Walmart This gorgeous blue, white, and gold carriage even has enough space for two children! Disney Princess Cinderella Carriage ©Walmart It also has a detachable “wear and share” tiara because every princess needs a tiara when she’s riding to the ball in style, right? Oh, and did we mention that there’s also a Magic Wand and the steering wheel is shaped like a heart! There are even interactive buttons that make sounds when pushed. Disney Princess Cinderella Carriage ©Walmart EVERY little princess needs a carriage like this, and you can get one at Walmart for $349.00. Click here to buy the Disney Princess Cinderella Carriage We’ll keep looking out for more amazing Disney gifts, too, so stay tuned! Here is the Ultimate Guide to Black Friday Sales 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 child’s favorite toy? Let us know in the comments! The post We Just Found the Most EPIC Disney Gift For Your Little Princess! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: A NEW Disney x Love Your Melon Mickey & Friends Collection Is Being Released Soon! 🎁 We Have the Hottest Disney Toys You Can Buy Online This Holiday Season! 🎁 Find Someone Who Looks At You The Way Gus-Gus Looks At This Candy Cane. View the full article

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Not only because of the holidays (naturally), but because it’s birthday time for a very special someone at Disney World! Walt Disney That’s right: light up 119 candles, because December 5 is Walt Disney’s birthday! And we found the PERFECT gift to celebrate — and commemorate! Hot on the heels of Mickey Mouse’s birthday on November 18 (ya know, in case you wanna send belated b-day wishes!), Walt’s birthday is comin’ up fast! Magic Kingdom Affectionately known as Walt Disney Day, December 5 is undoubtedly a special day in Disney World, and an apt opportunity for fans across the globe to celebrate this filmmaking legend! ©D23 While you may not be able to give Walt any gifts, you CAN treat yourself to something special in his honor, and we found the PERFECT pin at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! One Man’s Dream To celebrate the holiday, The Darkroom is stocked with Walt Disney Day 2020 pins, which feature a photo of a smiling Walt surrounded by a castle and Tinker Bell showering him with pixie dust! Walt Disney Day Pin Beneath the photo is the phrase “Walt Disney Day 2020,” bedazzled with stars and more of that Tinker Bell magic! You can pick up one of these limited-edition pins for yourself TODAY at The Darkroom for $17.99, and show your love for the one-and-only Walt Disney! There’s another BIG birthday coming up…for 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 do you think of the Walt Disney Day pins this year? Let us know in the comments! The post Celebrate Walt Disney's Birthday With A Special Pin at Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: ADORABLE Accessories Have Arrived in Disney’s Hollywood Studios! What’s New at Hollywood Studios: A Line That Stretches Backstage, Haunted Mansion Dooneys, and More Baby Yoda Stuff! SURPRISE! A ‘Star Wars’ Star Visited Disney World to Introduce COLOR-CHANGING Lightsabers! View the full article

Disney World’s BRAND NEW walkway connecting the Grand Floridian and Magic Kingdom is bringing the Seven Seas Lagoon together like never before! Seven Seas Lagoon For the first time ever, visitors can now walk from the resort to Magic Kingdom via a shiny ’n’ new pathway, and in case you were wondering what the route looked like and how long it took, we’ve got answers! Thanks to Twitter user @bioreconstruct, we got an aerial look at what the walking path looks like around Seven Seas Lagoon nowadays, and it’s glorious! Grand Floridian Walkway The map not only shows routes, but it’s divvied into different sections with approximate times for each distance! Of course, you gotta factor in time for shopping, selfies, and gingerbread snacks… Here’s how it all breaks down: from the Transportation and Ticket Center, it would take about 32 minutes to leisurely stroll to Magic Kingdom. Monorail From the Polynesian Resort, it will take about 25 minutes to get to Magic Kingdom. Polynesian Resort Walkway Important note! As @bioreconstruct points out, this section of pathway is not recommended at night, unless you’re well-versed in the Polynesian paths, as they tend to be pretty dark! Grand Floridian Narcoossee’s View From the new walking path at the Grand Floridian, it will take guests about 12 minutes to get to Magic Kingdom. Grand Floridian Walkway If you’re one for taking the scenic route and don’t mind hoofing it a bit, this is DEFINITELY a good monorail alternative for you! Be sure and check out the glorious Christmas tree at the Grand Floridian! 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 planning on walking the entire path to Magic Kingdom? Let us know in the comments! The post Walk Your Way Around Disney World's Seven Seas Lagoon With This Handy-Dandy Map! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: It’s Official! A NEW Sign in Disney World Confirms the Grand Floridian Walkway! Your ULTIMATE Guide to the 2020 Halloween Season in Disney World! NEWS: Boats Running Again Between Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort View the full article

File this under “Not Surprising At All,” but holiday travel this year is expected to look a LOT different. And by that we mean a LOT less people will be doing it. Magic Kingdom What would normally be a HEAVILY trafficked time at Disney World is likely to look quite a bit calmer (despite the fact that Thanksgiving Park Passes are filling up), as evidenced by the projections coming from Orlando International Airport. Thanksgiving is famously — or, uh, infamously — one of the busiest travel times of the entire year, with hordes of people flocking through airports and criss-crossing the country to eat turkey with loved ones. Or in our case, turkey…ice cream?! Travel Advisory Sign in Orlando Airport Not this year! At least, not for most folks, as mandates and public health announcements mean many people are being encouraged to stay home and cancel travel plans. Orange County International Airport For some, this includes rescheduling any Thanksgiving Disney trips! EPCOT Crowds According to Click Orlando, Florida, like every other state, is urging residents and visitors to heed guidance from public health officials, and since this means nixing airport visits, it’s poised to be a comparatively quiet season at Orlando International Airport! If you travel to Disney for Thanksgiving, you can have a holiday feast at Wilderness Lodge! Not only is the TSA reporting that nationwide travel is down 74% since May, but the airport is expecting about 90,000 passengers to come through the weekend after Thanksgiving. That might sound like a lot, but when you consider last year’s numbers were double that, that’s a pretty STEEP drop. Orlando Airport Clearly, people are taking health advisories super seriously. With such a stark drop in air travel, it’s sure to be a holiday season like no other in Disney World. We will continue to keep you updated on the latest Orlando travel news. Visiting Disney World this month? Here’s what you need to know! 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 changed your Thanksgiving plans this year? Let us know in the comments! The post Paging Disney-Goers! Orlando Airport Travel Will Be WAY Lower This Thanksgiving! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Disney News This Week: ALL of the MUST-READ News and Updates from the Most Magical Places On Earth Traveling to Disney World Soon? Orlando International Airport Wants to Know Your Thoughts on Flying! Flying To Florida Soon? Here Are ALL the Open Shopping and Dining Locations at Orlando’s International Airport! View the full article

Disney World’s resorts have been prepped and are ready for the holidays! Grand Floridian Lobby We hopped on Disney World’s monorail (and even took a walk) to check out what’s new at the Contemporary Resort, the Polynesian Village Resort, and the Grand Floridian Resort & Spa! What’s New at Disney’s Contemporary Resort Contemporary Resort Merchandise Updates We found some new hand sanitizers at both Buena Vista Gifts and Fantasia Market for $9.99 each. These designs feature Minnie Mouse, It’s a Small World, and the Little Mermaid! New hand sanitizers There’s even a design that looks pretty similar to a Mickey Balloon! New Mickey hand sanitizer This bright teal color is really eye-catching! Mickey hand sanitizer These are some fun, new designs if you need to spruce up your boring hand sanitizer bottle! New hand sanitizers Fantasia Market was also offering some cool pins! This pin featuring Dante from Coco was spotted on display. Dante pin They’re also offering the Contemporary’s 2020 Limited Edition Monorail Resort Pin! Contemporary pin The pin opens up to a scene with some characters from Cinderella with the Contemporary’s iconic gingerbread castle in the background! While the castle may not be out this year, we can reminisce with this pin. Cinderella gingerbread pin This Cinderella Pin comes in its own charming packaging! It says “Birds help me get dressed in the morning.” Cinderella Pin We wish birds helped us get dressed in the morning, too! This pin is $15.99. Check out more limited-edition pins here! What’s New at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Grand Floridian Resort Food Updates It’s not news that Disney has been giving us plenty of options for holiday treats, and that includes the resorts! Gasparilla Island Grill is serving up some really cute and tasty snacks that are perfect for the holidays! Holiday treats at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa We tried these adorable and yummy Mickey Gingerbread Cookies! Mickey Gingerbread Cookie Not only does this cookie look good, but it tastes good, too! And of course, how could we say no to anything Mickey-shaped? Check out our gingerbread cookie review here! Grand Floridian Resort Merchandise Updates We also spotted some hours posted outside one of the resort’s shopping locations, Curiouser Clothiers. Curiouser Clothiers The hours currently posted are 12PM-8PM and Disney’s website reflects these hours for the upcoming weeks, as well. Curiouser Clothiers Hours This shop offers Disney-inspired designer clothes for some more upscale shopping! Check out ALL of the holiday merchandise Grand Floridian Resort Construction Updates The new walkway connecting the Grand Floridian to the Magic Kingdom is finally open! Grand Floridian Walkway After months of construction, we’re so excited to finally be able to use this convenient path! This walk is about fifteen to twenty minutes long. Grand Floridian walkway This walkway gives guests an additional option to get to the Magic Kingdom besides the monorail. See photos and videos of the new walkway HERE! Grand Floridian Resort Holiday Updates The Grand Floridian has gotten its holiday makeover and this gigantic tree in the lobby adds to its charm and beauty! Grand Floridian Lobby We just needed to take a minute to appreciate it. See all the Grand Floridian holiday decorations here! What’s New at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Polynesian Village Resort Holiday Updates We may not be able to celebrate a white Christmas at the Polynesian Resort, but a tropical Christmas is just as fun! This resort has gotten its holiday makeover with trees, wreaths, and garland! Polynesian Christmas decorations The Christmas tree is filled with tropical touches, like these bright flowers and a PINEAPPLE! Christmas tree close-up These ornaments really tie in with the theme of the resort. Christmas tree decoration This snowflake ornament is accented with little seashells on the edges! Tree ornament All the decorations come together to put guests in the holiday spirit! See all of the holiday decor at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort! Polynesian Resort Merchandise Updates We also found some fun holiday pins at Boutiki! Polynesian holiday pin This ornament-themed pin opens up to show Moana and Hei-Hei! Inside of Polynesian holiday pin They also had the holiday pin for Disney’s Wilderness Lodge! Wilderness Lodge Pin This pin opens up to show a cute Christmas scene with an adorable bear. Inside of Wilderness Lodge pin These pins are limited edition so grab them fast! Check out these new Disney pins That’s what we found around the monorail loop! Check back with us for the updates we find on our next trip around the Seven Seas Lagoon! Watch our latest DFB video to learn even more Disney updates! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Preorder Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Which of these resorts is your favorite? Tell us in the comments! The post What's New at Disney World's Monorail Resorts: New Walkway, Holiday Treats, and MORE! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: What’s New at Disney World’s Monorail Resorts! What’s New at Disney World’s Monorail Resorts: TONS of Holiday Decor and Fireworks Testing! Six Disney World Dining Locations We’re Shocked Won’t Be Opening On Monday View the full article

Welcome back, DFB friends! We’re here with another What’s New at Disney Springs! Disney Springs And, we’ve got plenty of merchandise and food updates to share with you! So, what are you waiting for? Let’s dive right on in! Disney Springs Merchandise Update Marketplace Co-Op If we could have a whole closet full of The Dress Shop dresses, we totally would. And, the newest patriotic dress lining the shelves is so cute that we want to take it home for ourselves! The Captain America Dress is looking mighty heroic over at the Marketplace Co-Op (just look at the shield buttons)… Captain America dress …with a red, white, and blue color scheme… Captain America Dress …and stars and stripes for $128! Captain America Dress And, you can pair it with the Captain America Purse, whose shield works as a clasp for $74! Captain America Purse We love how the dress and the bag go together! Take a look at all the details on the Captain America accessories here! Star Wars Trading Post Ever since Disney released the dual-colored Ahsoka Tano Lightsabers, we’ve been OBSESSED with them! Ahsoka Tano Lightsabers While they’re already amazing enough already, Ashley Eckstein (the voice of Ahoska) even signed a few of the sabers for a few lucky guests to buy! Ahsoka Tano Lightsaber You can grab these over in the Star Wars Trading Post. See photos of the Ahsoka Tano’s lightsaber Art of Disney And, over at the Art of Disney, you could also meet Bret Iwan (the voice of Mickey Mouse) as he signed his brand new designer Radio Mickey Ear Hat too! Bret Iwan Ears When you press a button on the hat it says Mickey’s classic phrase “Oh Boy!” The ears are sold for $78. Hear the designer Mickey ears talk! Disney Springs Food Update Erin McKenna’s You know it’s the holidays when hot chocolate can be found all around the parks! But, Erin McKenna’s is giving a little twist to their Christmas sip with the Vegan Hot Cocoa! And, we bet it tastes just as amazing, since Erin McKenna’s treats are a great way to satisfy your sweet tooth. Vegan Hot Chocolate Vivoli il Gelato But, the hunt for hot chocolate doesn’t stop there! Vivoli il Gelato is bringing back returning holiday treats like the Hot Chocolate Affogato… Hot Chocolate Affogato …as well good ole’ regular Hot Chocolate made with Italian dark chocolate, whipped cream, and marshmallows! Hot Chocolate As you make your way around the shopping and dining during Thanksgiving Week, you can snack on the ADORABLE Turkey Sundae with gelato, cookies, lady fingers, and more decorating the dessert. Holiday Treats Those treats look almost too good to eat! Check out the full list of holiday treats coming to Disney Springs The Ganachery When chocolate is as good as it is at The Ganachery, it’s worth shelling out some cash for a few treats. But, this year, the chocolate shop is offering a Chocolate Cottage that is made to be destroyed for a whopping $45! Chocolate Cottage at The Ganachery The detailed cottage is made with milk chocolate and peppermint bark to be admired for a short time before guests use a hammer to break into it. Chocolate Cottage at The Ganachery If you like a bit of an activity to go with your holiday desserts, then this might be the best thing you could bring to your family Christmas gathering this year! Read all about the Chocolate Cottage here! While The Ganachery has the Chocolate Cottage, you can also find the Holiday Box of Chocolates… Holiday Chocolate Box …Peppermint Bark… Peppermint Bark …and Peppermint Truffles to take home with you as well! Peppermint Truffle We love seeing these holiday flavors roll in! Check out more holiday treats from The Ganachery Dockside Margaritas We’re taking a break from the chocolate and indulging in some classic eggnog for Christmas (our favorite)! And, Dockside Margaritas is serving up the Spiced Eggnog this year for grown-ups heading to Disney Springs. Sorry, kids! Spiked Eggnog The mixed drink is made with frozen eggnog and Captain Morgan original spiced rum for a kick of spice and sweetness for $11.50! Check out our full review of the Spiked Eggnog here! Amorette’s If you’re looking for a spot to get festive treats throughout the season, Amorette’s has got you covered! You can get in the holiday spirit early with the Black Forest Parfait… Black Forest Parfait …that’s layered with dark chocolate mousse, cherry mousse, Chantilly cream, cherry compote, and a chocolate biscuit for $8! And, it’s just as tasty as it is cute! Black Forest Parfait We especially adore the little chocolate tree on top! Take a look at our full review of the Black Forest Parfait here! Well, that’s all for this What’s New at Disney Springs! We’ll catch you next time for more merchandise and food updates soon! And, if you have any questions about your upcoming visit to the parks, let us know so we can help you find the answers. Here’s what’s new in Magic Kingdom Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! 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 heading to Disney Springs at all during the holidays? Let us know in the comments below! The post What's New at Disney Springs: Spiked Eggnog, an EXPENSIVE Chocolate Cottage, and Signed Merchandise! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: What’s New at Disney Springs! NEW Menu Items; Missing Menu Items; The CUTEST Valentine’s Day Cards; and FREE Cupcakes! What’s New at Disney Springs: Dogs Wearing Face Masks, Four Pounds of Loaded Fries, and MORE! What’s NEW at Disney Springs: The Her Universe Star Wars Collection, NEW Park Life Dooneys, and Rock the Dots Merch! View the full article

It’s a magical day at Disney World’s Magic Kingdom! Cinderella Castle We mean, sure, EVERY day is magical here. We just took a walk around the park to see what’s new since the last time we were here. So buckle up, because here we go! Magic Kingdom Merchandise Updates Popcorn Carts Although we’ve seen the Buffalo Plaid Alien Popcorn Bucket at Hollywood Studios, we finally spotted it at Magic Kingdom! Buffalo Plaid Alien Popcorn Bucket This special holiday popcorn bucket is $25. WE LOVE HIM. See more photos of the Alien Popcorn Bucket Frontier Trading Post We spotted LOADS of new pins, including this Limited Edition Ray Pin for $15.99. Looks like he’s just staring at his beautiful Evangeline! Limited Edition Ray Pin There’s also a new Limited Edition Marie Pin, who is looking like quite the lady here! She’s $15.99. We love the packaging on these pins because you can hang them like ornaments! Limited Edition Marie Pin We’re ready to go to Infinity and Beyond with this Park Cruisers Buzz Lightyear Pin for $17.99. Park Cruisers Buzz Lightyear Pin The latest pin in the Cereal Box collection is here, too — this one is Chip’s Coco Chips Cereal Box Pin! It’s got a cute charm on it, too! Chip’s Coco Chips Cereal Box Pin And inside is a Beauty and the Beast-inspired puzzle! Chip’s Coco Chips Cereal Box Pin This limited edition pin is $17.99. See more pins in the Cereal Box collection Emporium This keychain is pretty much all of us in 2020, and we love it! Introducing the Dory Moment Keychain. Dory Moment Keychain Same, Dory, Same. This momentous (see what we did there?) keychain is $12.99. Here are some cool keychains we found at Hollywood Studios! Tomorrowland Light and Power Co. The Toy Story 25th Anniversary MagicBand has arrived at Tomorrowland Light and Power Co.! This is a limited edition item, so if you’ve been looking for it, head to Magic Kingdom ASAP! Toy Story 25th Anniversary MagicBand The MagicBand is $34.99, and there are only 2,000 of them. See more photos of the Toy Story 25th Anniversary MagicBand Uptown Jewelers We are in love with the gorgeous Citizen Cinderella Watch we previously found at Animal Kingdom. It’s now in Magic Kingdom, which totally makes sense because that’s where her castle is! This gorgeous watch has a beautiful blue strap and a face with gold details. Citizen Cinderella Watch It is a limited edition item, though, so if you want it, you’ll need to grab it for $250 before they’re gone! See more photos of the Citizen Cinderella Watch Sir Mickey’s Although there was initially quite a rush for Jungle Cruise merch in the Minnie Mouse: The Main Attraction collection, we’re happy to report that there are still plenty of items left at Sir Mickey’s. Minnie Mouse: The Main Attraction Jungle Cruise Merch There are loads of plushes, ears, and pins left, but we don’t expect them to stay around for long. Grab ’em while you can! These are still available online, too! See more photos of the Minnie Mouse: The Main Attraction Jungle Cruise collection Ursa Major When we usually go by this pin cart in Tomorrowland, it’s been closed. Today, we noticed that it was finally open! We spoke to a Cast Member, who told us it’s been open for the past two weekends. YAY! Ursa Major We had seen the merchandise at other locations, but it’s nice to know there is another spot to grab your favorite items! See If You Can Spot What’s Off About These Disney Holiday Pins! Magic Kingdom Attractions Updates Pirates of the Caribbean The Pirates of the Caribbean sign looks a lot different now. It’s literally just a black flag! Pirates of the Caribbean Black Flag A Cast Member informed us that this was temporary and this flag is just a placeholder, so it looks like Pirates is getting a new sign! We can’t wait to see it! See more photos of the Pirates of the Caribbean sign here Magic Kingdom Construction Updates Tron Lightcycle Run We’re keeping a close eye on the construction of Tron Lightcycle Run. And it’s coming right along. Tron Lightcycle Run construction We are SO excited about this attraction!!! We seriously can’t wait to ride it next year! See more Tron construction photos Well, that’s it for us at Magic Kingdom. We had SO much fun exploring the park to update you all on the latest! We’ll be back soon with more updates, so stay tuned. The Menu at the Reopening Tomorrowland Terrace in Magic Kingdom Looks Oddly Familiar 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 Magic Kingdom recently? Let us know in the comments! The post What's New at Magic Kingdom: Pirates of the Caribbean Sign Makeover, New Pins, and A GORGEOUS Cinderella Watch first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: What’s New in Magic Kingdom: Halloween Treats, Spooky Merchandise, and NEW Character Cavalcades! What’s New in Magic Kingdom: TRON Construction, Dole Whip Galore, and a Disneyland Shirt?! What’s New in Magic Kingdom: TRON Construction, Haunted Mansion Merch, and HAND-DIPPED CORN DOGS View the full article

We’re excited to share a new DFB video coming at you with ALL the news you may have missed! Santa and Mrs. Claus in Disney Springs We’ve got updates about the holidays, news about upcoming projects coming to the parks, select restaurant reopenings, and everything you need to know now that Park Hopping is coming back! We’ll cover all that AND more in our newest DFB video! Get your fill of updates and Disney news with the other videos on our DFB Youtube channel as well! You can also subscribe to our channel to stay up-to-date and get ready to plan your next Disney trip! Hit that button below! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/subscribe.png Watch the video and tell us: what upcoming project are you most excited about? The post DFB Video: Latest Disney News: Park Hopping Returns, Lots of Construction Updates, Holiday Decor & So Much More first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: DFB Video: Introducing Disney’s Newest Restaurants DFB Video: 3 Reasons NOT To Go To Disney World in 2020 (And 2 Reasons You SHOULD)! DFB Video: NEW Disney World Secrets Nobody Has Noticed Yet View the full article

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For the first time since March, guests are once again able to explore Disney California Adventure! Well…kind of. If you ask Disney, Buena Vista Street (and its immediate surrounding area) has reopened as an extension of Downtown Disney. California Adventure as a theme park remains “closed” at this time. Storytellers Statue However, you can’t deny that getting to eat an Original Corndog, as well as dining at Carthay Circle Lounge, doesn’t remind you of what it’s like to eat at a Disneyland park! There’s another dining option available to guests we haven’t shown you yet — Smokejumpers Grill! To add to our dining experience today, we stopped by Smokejumpers Grill to see what the new protocol was like, and, of course, try one of their burgers! Smokejumpers Grill Let’s take a look at what dining at this location is like these days! Arriving and Ordering Smokejumpers Grill is nestled in Grizzly Peak, one of the “corners” of Buena Vista Street’s reach at this time. The area doesn’t get a lot of foot traffic, so this is the perfect spot for a quiet break away from the main thoroughfare of Buena Vista Street. Currently, Disney is encouraging its guests to use Mobile Order on the Disneyland App using your smart device to order your food. Mobile Order at Smokejumpers You can also order in person to the lefthand side as you enter Smokejumpers. In-person ordering is available at Smokejumpers Grill If you’re picking up a Mobile Order, you’ll head to the windows on the righthand side instead. Currently, indoor dining is not permitted in Orange County, so you must head outside to Smokejumpers’ plentiful outdoor seating to eat your food. Click here to read our review of Award Wieners, now featuring Corn Dog Castle’s menu! Food Smokejumpers’ menu is limited at this time. Like…VERY limited. We’re talking a few burgers and chicken nuggs type of limited. Unfortunately, their Chili Cheese Fries and their Signature Mac & Cheese are unavailable, so we’ll have to wait a bit longer for those items to return. You can currently choose between a Bacon Cheddar Burger, Cheeseburger, Chicken Tenders, or an Impossible Burger. © Disney To go with arguably the most “elaborate” item on their menu currently, we went with their Bacon Cheddar Burger along with a side of Waffle Fries for $13.49. Guests can choose between Waffle Fries or Onion Rings. Bacon Cheddar Burger from Smokejumpers Grill While we wish we could tell you that Smokejumpers seriously upped their burger game during the closure…sadly we would be lying. Every theme park has to have a generic, run-of-the-mill burger option, right? This was not…very…good. But you know what? It’s been so long since we had an overcooked hockey puck of a quick-service burger in Disneyland that we almost reveled in eating it! Bacon Cheddar Burger from Smokejumpers Grill The burger was, well…a very well-done burger. It might bounce off the floor if we threw it. The Signature Sauce, which had that typical Thousand Island, “trying to be In-N-Out Burger but SO not succeeding” vibe to it, added a nice bit of flavor, and the shredded lettuce was nice enough. At least the bacon was crispy, but that poor slice of half-melted American Cheese has seen better days. Overall this burger left us feeling full, and that was about it. But hey, it’s been eight months since we’ve had a counter-service burger from Disneyland, so we’ll take it. Bacon Cheddar Burger from Smokejumpers Grill Unless you’re spending all day at Buena Vista Street, we wouldn’t prioritize dining here until more options are added back to their menu. You can get equally good if not better burgers at Black Tap Craft Burgers and Shakes in Downtown Disney and those Award Wieners/Corn Dog Castle Corndog options? Chef’s kiss. If you’re just looking for a snack, however, their Waffle Fries are an excellent option. Waffle Fries from Smokejumpers Grill Well seasoned and crispy, we would absolutely order them again if we were looking for a quick snack on our next visit to Buena Vista Street. Smokejumpers is also serving beer, but keep in mind that at this time you are required to purchase a food item along with any alcoholic beverage. The Waffle Fries are a solid choice. Totally get the Waffle Fries. If you want a full meal, it’s hard to screw up chicken tenders (but not impossible!). Do it for that sad burger. Think of the burger, guys. Click here to check out some construction progress happening over at Avengers Campus! Overall Ultimately, Disney is taking a slow and steady approach to reopening Buena Vista Street. Since Orange County is far from being able to open theme parks, Disneyland can only operate their shopping and dining locations at this time, and it may be a while before even those locations are operating at their regular capacity. Smokejumpers Grill is a good example of this, with a limited menu of items that largely share the same ingredients and is fast and easy to prepare with a small crew. Their menu may be lacking, but they somewhat make up for it with atmosphere. The happy “accident” here is that because there is no through traffic in the Grizzly Peak area due to the area currently being a dead end, the result is a quiet, almost tranquil dining experience in the great outdoors (kinda!). In the days of a bustling California Adventure, you could sit outside and people watch as guests rushed on Soarin’, or ran by en route to Pixar Pier. Not at this time! For now, a quiet corner of an otherwise slowly reanimating theme park with sad, overcooked burgers will have to do. And we’re oddly ok with that right now. Click here to learn more about some of the food items available at Buena Vista Street! Check out more Disneyland Food Reviews Here!! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Are you planning on visiting Buena Vista Street in the near future? Let us know in the comments! The post Review: We Had the Saddest Burger at Disneyland's Buena Vista Street...and We Kind of Loved It. first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: New Menu Items Debut At Two Disney California Adventure Park Restaurants! Iconic Disneyland FOOD Will Be Part of Buena Vista Street’s Reopening — Here’s What You Can Look Forward To! Review: The Spicy City Dog Arrives in Disney California Adventure! View the full article

Yesterday, Disney announced that Park Hopping will return to Disney World in 2021 (with some modifications)! EPCOT’s Spaceship Earth We’ve been working on getting more information about what this means in terms of park-to-park transportation, and working on getting answers to your questions about this new process. But what does this change mean for your 2021 trip? Here are our thoughts. 1. You’ll Be Able to Park Hop If You Want, But You Don’t Have To Come January 1st, you will be able to stick with your one-park-per-day ticket just as you always could. And, as always, even if you buy a ticket with Park Hopper benefits, you don’t have to use it. We spoke with one Cast Member on the phone about what would happen if we did not want to Park Hop, but just wanted to leave the park for a mid-day break and later return. Magic Kingdom Since guests will have the ability to hop to a second park in the afternoon if it has availability, we wondered if our decision to leave the park for a break would cause our “spot” in the park to become available to others, creating the possibility that the park would fill up in terms of availability and we would be prevented from getting back in later in the day. Magic Kingdom The Cast Member we spoke to said it would not impact our trip. Instead, they said a Guest’s reservation “spot” at a particular park doesn’t become “available” for others to then take advantage of to Park Hop until that guest scans into a NEW park. We will definitely keep you updated if we hear anything different, but for now it appears your spot at the park you obtain a Park Pass for (the first park you want to visit) will hold that spot for you, even if you leave, unless you scan into ANOTHER park. 2. If You Want to Park Hop, You Will NEED the Park Hopper Option This might go without saying but it’s been a while so it is really important to note — only guests with a ticket with Park Hopping abilities or annual pass with Park Hopping benefits will be able to Park Hop. Makes sense — it’s just something you want to keep in mind. Also, Park Hopping will be subject to any applicable ticket blockout dates, as the Annual Passholder website was updated to say, so if you are blocked out of EPCOT one day, you won’t be able to Park Hop there. ©Disney 3. Park Pass Isn’t Going Away For Now Park Hopping may be coming back, but Park Passes are sticking around too. Under the current system, you’ll need to make sure you get a Park Pass reservation for the first park you want to visit. Currently, a Park Pass is NOT required for the park you want to hop to, but that may change. Park Hopping Procedure So, it’s still critical to get a Park Pass in advance as early as you can to make sure you are guaranteed to visit the park you want to visit initially. Park Hopping may, however, allow you to potentially visit parks that develop availability later in the day. For example, if you wanted to visit EPCOT, but couldn’t get a Park Pass for it, you may be able to visit another park in the morning that you ARE able to get a Park Pass for, and watch for potential Park Hopping availability to open up at EPCOT if enough guests scan into other parks, making their “spots” available. 4. You Might Not Get the Chance to Park Hop Disney has noted that Park Hopping will depend on availability. In other words, if all parks have reached whatever capacity Disney has set for them in terms of reservations and Park Passes, you won’t be able to hop to them. So, you will definitely need to have a sense of flexibility about the whole process. If you simply MUST ride Star Tours, don’t plan on hopping to Disney’s Hollywood Studios later in the day. If an item is a must-do for you on a particular day, you’ll want to make sure you’ve got a Park Pass for that park. Otherwise, you run the risk that you won’t be able to hit that must-do item if capacity fills and you cannot hop to the park where your must-do attraction is located. Mickey at EPCOT What does all this mean if you make a dining reservation at another park and later it reaches capacity? We’re working on getting more information about that from Disney and will definitely let you know what we find out. 5. You HAVE to Visit the First Park This is a really important step in the process. If you want to Park Hop, you have to get a Park Pass for the first park you want to visit and then you actually have to visit it. That means you can’t get a Park Pass for Disney’s Animal Kingdom, decide to spend the day at the hotel instead, and then “hop” to EPCOT. If you want to “hop” to another park, you’ll actually need to visit the park you have the Park Pass for, even if that means you have to enter your “first park” after Park Hopping hours begin at 2PM. Tree of Life If you don’t want to head to your “first park” — Animal Kingdom in this example — before hopping to another park, you would technically have the option to cancel your existing Park Pass and try (based on availability) to book a new one. If you are going to try to cancel and rebook, you will definitely want to check Disney’s Park Pass availability calendar BEFORE making any changes to see what Park Passes, if any, are still available on the day you’re looking to go. It’s best to check first than to cancel and then find out all of the parks are full, and it’s important to make sure you’re happy with your plans ahead of time. 6. You Might Be Able to Park Hop to MORE Than 2 Parks or Hop More Than Once (Key Word: MIGHT) Again this all depends on availability, but from what we’ve heard at the moment from the Cast Members we’ve spoken to, the system works like this: You make a Park Pass for your first park You VISIT the first park, Park Hopper hours start at 2pm, and Once the Park Hopper hours start, you can go wherever you like with open Park Hopping availability. So, if there’s availability at another park, you can hop to it. Let’s say you start in Magic Kingdom and hop to Animal Kingdom around 2PM. If you finish up what you want to do at Animal Kingdom and want to go back to Magic Kingdom, you may be able to if Magic Kingdom has Park Hop availability, at least that’s what one Cast Member indicated to us via chat. ©Disney When we asked if we could potentially even visit a THIRD park, the Cast Member indicated that it may be possible. It looks like as long as the Park Hopper for that particular park is available, you should be able to visit that park. ©Disney Now, the return of Park Hopping was just announced yesterday, so there is a LOT of information that is surely on the way, and this is based only on our conversation with one Cast Member, so we’ll keep our eyes open for any updates and definitely let you know as we hear more on this. 7. You Can Only Park Hop After 2PM Right Now, But Park Hopping Hours Can Change These are both really important things to keep in mind. Right now, Disney has indicated that Park Hopping hours will begin at 2PM. This means you can’t run in, ride Avatar Flight of Passage, and then immediately run to EPCOT for the rest of the day. You won’t be able to hop to another park until AFTER 2PM. And remember you HAVE to enter your first park (the one you have the Park Pass for) before you can do any Park Hopping at all. Compared to the “freeness” of Park Hopping from before the park closures, this does significantly limit the time you can spend in the second park, especially depending on how long that second park stays open. Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster The other important thing to note is that Park Hopper hours can change. Disney has specifically advised Guests to check their Park Hours website or the My Disney Experience app for the most up-to-date Park Hopper hours, “as they could start earlier at a later date, depending on the day and park.” So, there may be a day when you can start Park Hopping sooner than 2PM. That’s something we’ll definitely be on the lookout for! 8. You’ll REALLY Need My Disney Experience — and You’ll Need to Check It! This sort-of goes hand-in-hand with the last one, but you’ll definitely want to download the My Disney Experience app if you haven’t already, as it will become particularly important when it comes to checking Park Hopper hours or other availability. Check Dining Availability on My Disney Experience Menu 9. Crowds We have definitely noticed changes in crowd levels at Disney World. Considering that park capacity has been increased to 35%, the addition of Park Hopping could mean you’ll just see more people going in and out of the parks as a whole. It also could mean — as we discussed above — that you may not be able to Park Hop if the park you’re looking to go to is at capacity. Holiday Crowds And because Park Hopping will be taking place after 2PM (for now), it means that once you hop to another park, you may see longer lines for rides already formed there by the morning guests (guests who visited that as their “first park”) if not very many of them choose to hop elsewhere. But, on the flip side, if a lot of guests hop between parks, you could see lines thin out or simply even out in the afternoon as guests choose to leave their first park and enter another. We’ll be keeping an eye on crowd levels once Park Hopping begins and let you know if we notice any significant changes. 10. You NEED a Park Pass to Try to Ride Rise of the Resistance One aspect of the new Park Hopping process is CRITICAL to know when it comes to Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance. Disney has specifically said that if you are visiting Disney’s Hollywood Studios after visiting your first park, you will NOT be able to join the virtual queue to ride Rise of the Resistance. That means, if you MUST try for your chance to ride this incredibly popular attraction, you need to get a Park Pass for Disney’s Hollywood Studios as it will need to be the first park you visit. Park Hopping Info So, overall what does the reintroduction of Park Hopping mean for your next Disney trip? Things may look different than what they look right now, but they’ll also be different than what you were used to prior to the park closures. You may have the ability to conquer more rides at more parks in one day (or eat MORE food from more parks). But, you’ll also have to keep in mind that Park Hopping is not guaranteed. Instead, it will all depend on availability. For now, you shouldn’t plan your trips treating your second park as a guaranteed item that you’ll get into for sure. Instead, you should plan to spend your day at the park you have a Park Pass Reservation for (your “first park”), and treat it like a bonus if you’re able to hop! We’ll continue to keep you updated as we learn more about Park Hopping, so check back with us for more details. Click here to see more about Park Hopping! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Preorder Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you excited for Park Hopping to return? Tell us in the comments. The post What the Return of Park Hopping Means for Your 2021 Trip to Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: NEWS: Disney Sends Email to Passholders About the Return of Park Hopping NEWS: Park-to-Park Transportation Is Set to Return to Disney World in 2021 BREAKING NEWS: Walt Disney World Park Hopping to Return SOON View the full article

In the middle of the glitz and glitter of Disney’s Hollywood Studios is the classic Hollywood Brown Derby restaurant. The Hollywood Brown Derby The Brown Derby is a swanky signature restaurant inspired by the real Brown Derby restaurant(s) in California (more on that in a bit!). The cozy lounge-feel of the restaurant is the perfect setting for a romantic night-out or when your travel group is feeling fancy! We recently headed back to the Brown Derby to see how the restaurant has adapted since the theme parks reopened. Do they still toss the Cobb Salad at your table? Is the Grapefruit Cake still fantastic? What about the drinks?! Let’s find out! Atmosphere We’ve visited the Brown Derby many, many times over the years and we’re always quite smitten with the theming of this swingin’ Hollywood restaurant. When you step inside, it’s as if the noisy, bustling theme park disappears entirely. You’ve now stepped into an ultra-hip dining experience where you might bump elbows with big movie directors and rich producers celebrating a successful day of shooting over on the soundstages. Hollywood Brown Derby Lobby Allow us to give you a lil’ history lesson on the Brown Derby restaurants so you know WHY this place is special and, more importantly, why it lives in Hollywood Studios! The original Brown Derby opened in 1926 on Wilshire Boulevard in Hollywood. This location actually was SHAPED like a bowler hat! In 1929, a second location opened on North Vine Boulevard. This location, which the Hollywood Studios location takes inspiration from, was the more famed of the two due to its close proximity to the movie studios. After work, directors, producers, and actors would flood to the Brown Derby for drinks, dinner, and merriment. Since Hollywood Studios was built with working soundstages and was made to feel like a step into the world of cinema, it’s a fitting addition to be able to feel like you’re rubbing elbows with Hollywood elite in the spot they actually did so originally. Hello, Old Hollywood THIS Brown Derby is a snapshot of that lost period in Hollywood. When places like the Brown Derby were where you went to see and be seen. That’s the vibe this location tries, and is quite successful, at emulating. Brown Derby One of the most notable decor elements around the restaurant is the eye-catching black and white photos lining the walls of the lobby and dining area. Back in the day in the REAL Hollywood Brown Derby, resident caricature artists would entertain celebrity diners by sketching their likeness. The most notable of these artists were Jack Lane and an artist named Vitch. Celebrities pictures would be added to the walls around the Derby as a sort of “Great Wall of Hollywood Fame” and by the time the restaurant closed in 1985, the walls were covered in drawings of famous patrons. The ones seen in the Disney World Derby? Most are recreations of the originals…but not all. Caricatures Most of the caricatures have a simple black frame but a few feature a gold frame. THESE drawings are the real deal, straight from the Golden Age of Hollywood! They were moved over after the restaurant closed. Black and White Caricatures This particular photo captures Imagineer Herbert Ryman drawing a caricature of Georgie Jessel. This photo was taken in the real Brown Derby and offers a kind of Brown Derby-Inception. Old Hollywood Photo There’s also a fun guest book that has been signed by real celebrities who visited the Brown Derby in Hollywood Studios! Head to the large glass case to see who was last seen at the restaurant. The pages we saw were signed by Lindsey Collins, Producer of Finding Dory, and Josh Cooley who directed Toy Story 4. Guest Book Old Hollywood caricatures are everywhere throughout the restaurant. It’s fun to play a game of “who’s who” when visiting. Is that Dean Martin in the corner? Lucille Ball near the ceiling? Caricatures This restaurant features another relic of a long-ago time: payphones! You might have to explain to your kids what these ancient contraptions are, but you’ll find these near the main lobby. The phones were still accessible on our visit and guests and we were tempted to play with the old-timey phones. (Don’t judge. They might be useful if your cellphone dies and you’ve got a lot of spare quarters handy! ) Brown Derby Phones The adjacent Hollywood Brown Derby Lounge is still open…sort of. We love this walk-up, more casual dining version of the Derby, but since reopening, this spot is only serving drinks as a walk-up bar. A couple of tables are available to sip your drink at but, otherwise, no tasty food in sight for now! Hollywood Brown Derby Lounge Since Reopening The lobby hasn’t seen too many changes since our last visit and the overall theming wasn’t entirely affected by the global pandemic. The noticeable addition here is the plexiglass window that was placed at the host’s podium. The windows have been placed throughout Disney World in rides, restaurants, and gift shops. Brown Derby Host Podium All Disney World restaurants are encouraging Mobile Dine check-in via the My Disney Experience app. Scan the QR code on the placard using your camera phone. Your phone should direct you to a Disney World website that will allow you to check into your reservation. You’ll receive a notification when your table is ready and head to the host’s podium to be seated. Mobile Dining Check-In Once you’re escorted inside, you’ll get a view of the deep, rich mahogany furniture and wood paneling throughout the restaurant. The tile flooring and vintage ceiling lights immediately transfer you to a time when bustling young movie talent dined at the height of the golden age. Dining Area As far as health and safety changes, standard procedures we’ve seen at other locations were taken at the Brown Derby. Some tables were unavailable to accommodate physical distancing between travel groups. We were given a piece of paper with another QR code that allowed us to view the menu online. Seating at the Derby ranges from white tablecloth-covered free-standing tables to expansive booths that were popular at the original location. Unavailable Table at the Brown Derby We were then seated at one of the deep, cozy, and expansive booths to enjoy our meal. Check out more food and atmosphere photos of the Hollywood Brown Derby here! Eats Though the menu, like most around Disney World, is limited at this time, there is still a wide variety of entrees and appetizers that should satisfy most visitors. The appetizer menu has six items including Shrimp Cocktail and Pan-seared Sea Scallops with Roasted Pork Belly. Brown Derby Appetizer Menu The entree and dessert menu hosts old favorites like the famous Cobb Salad, Grapefruit Cake, and Wagyu Burger. Brown Derby Entree Menu And, in case you’re wondering, the Brown Derby is still offering a selection of after-dinner drink flights! (That Grand Marnier flight is a FANCY and delicious after-dinner treat perfect for sharing with the adults in your party!) ©Disney They also have a full bar so you can order your favorite cocktails or after-dinner drinks that are basically desserts in a glass! ©Disney In case you’re curious, we last reviewed Brown Derby in November 2019 and since then, the restaurant eliminated the Ginger-Lemon Grass Pho, Andouille-Crusted Chicken, and Pan-Seared Fish of the Day from the adult entree menu. Also, the Super Salad of the Stars was taken away and the Heirloom Tomato Burrata Salad, Shrimp Cocktail, Local Greens and Baby Spinach, and Charcuterie Board were added instead. The Tomato Soup was replaced by the seasonal Butternut Squash that we’ve enjoyed before. Check out our 2019 review of the Hollywood Brown Derby here! We decided to try a few of the classic dishes (and some cocktails!) that are famous at the Brown Derby. Our mission was to find out whether the restaurant’s signature dishes still held up against our reviews in the past. Brown Derby Meal and Martini When in Hollywood, one MUST order a Dirty Martini, right?! As we mentioned before, the restaurant has a full bar so you can order popular cocktails of your choice customized to your liking. Our server offered to pair our martini with blue-cheese stuffed olives. Not every Disney bar carries the stuffed olives so we went for it! Dirty Martini with Blue Cheese Stuffed Olives We also went with an Old-Fashioned, which came with a fresh orange wedge and cherry. Both drinks were fantastic versions of the classic cocktails. The drinks are always strong here, which is a rarity at Disney World. The bartenders did their job well and supplied us with hearty cocktails that hit the spot! Classic Hollywood, indeed! Dirty Martini and Old Fashioned We decided to start our meal with something light (but still oh so classic) so we ordered the Shrimp Cocktail. We only received… four shrimp swimming (nope, not literally!) in a massive glass. Looks are deceiving here — they were actually a fairly good size, but still, we could have used a couple more for the price of $15! The shrimp is paired with fennel slaw and house-made cocktail sauce. Making house-made cocktail sauce isn’t exactly reinventing the wheel, but it was fine. There wasn’t anything particularly special about the app, but it was a fresh and tasty version of the popular starter. Shrimp Cocktail Now we’re in business! You know we would be breaking practically every (self-imposed) Hollywood Studios Law (sorry, that’s totes a thing guys) if we DIDN’T order the glorious chopped Cobb Salad. Honestly, if you don’t order the Cobb Salad, did you even go to Brown Derby?? Cobb Salad We hear you — “It’s a salad, how good can it really be?!” Bite your tongue. It’s THE salad. It’s a delicious and FRESH salad made with Finely Chopped Greens, Turkey Breast, Bacon, Egg, Tomatoes, Crumbled Blue Cheese, Avocado, Chives, and Cobb Dressing. We wanted to find out whether the salad was still prepared table-side with the new health and safety precautions in place. Turns out, they can still mix it at your table at your request! The salad comes pre-chopped and deconstructed before the server tosses it for you (or not — up to you!). Cobb Salad Pre-Toss on a Past Visit The preparation allows the salad to remain fresh as opposed to soaking up the dressing in the kitchen and arriving soggy! If you want the whole fabled origins of this classic dish, learn more here. Served Table-Side! What can we say? This salad is the bomb. It’s heavy on the blue cheese so be warned if it’s not your fav. If you DON’T like any component, simply ask for it to be prepared without! This is a classic for a reason. It’s hearty, shockingly filling, and comes with a legendary past all for $18. We’ll wait longingly for the return of the Hollywood Brown Derby Lounge’s petit version of the salad that was PERFECT for nibbling and people-watching around the Studios! We then hit our main course, the Wagyu Burger for $24. This was really, really delicious. We absolutely loved the pastrami paired with the sunny side egg and gruyere cheese. It also comes topped with fresh avocado, heirloom tomato, and cognac-mustard. Wagyu Burger We ordered it medium-rare and it actually came out that way! It’s hit or miss whether the meat will actually come out pink enough for our taste, but this was right on the money for us! The portions and ingredients make this meal easily shareable for two people. The pastrami is subbing in for bacon here but still gives a hearty, meaty flavor. Plus that perfectly runny egg yolk and copious amounts of gruyere? Yes. This burger was an absolute delight. Inside the Wagyu Burger We think to truly love this burger, you’ve got to really embrace all the components on it and dig in. Sure you could order it without the egg or cognac-mustard, but then you’re not ordering a swanky Brown Derby burger, are you? With other stellar options on the menu, this might not be our first pick on our next visit, but it’s a solid choice on the menu. If anyone in your group wants to have a nice but still approachable meal, this will hit the mark. And, of course, we had to taste-test the Grapefruit Cake again! Once again, this is an absolute classic and a must-order for us. It’s difficult to “wow” us with table service desserts, but this baby always does the trick. Brown Derby Grapefruit Cake The dessert is a unique blend of light tartness and grapefruity bitterness highlighted in grapefruit syrup, cheesecake, and jam — all sandwiched with layers of vanilla sponge cake. My goodness, what a masterpiece for $13! Brown Derby Grapefruit Cake Thankfully, nothing’s changed here and our love for Brown Derby’s Grapefruit Cake is unwavering! This dessert, while one of our favorites, is not for everyone. You’ve gotta REALLY love the flavor of grapefruit. That bitter tang is the star here, accented by rich cream cheese flavors. We’ve seen people fall head over heels in love with this cake and others totally put off by the flavor so before you order, know which side of the grapefruit fence you’re on! To think this cake was invented as a sort of “healthy” cake! HA! This is another classic with an interesting history you can learn more about here! If you’re more interested in DRINKING your cake, they’ve got you covered too! The Grapefruit Cake Martini is a total decadent delight we’ve enjoyed (many) times in the past! Want to make Grapefruit Cake at home? Check out the recipe here! After all the swanky cocktails and classic desserts, it was time for an after-dinner drink. There’s something about the vibe at Brown Derby that makes us want to finish our evening with a nightcap. The Cafe Henry III is coffee mixed with Brandy, Kahlúa, Grand Marnier, and Galliano with a Cinnamon-Sugar Rim for $14. Cafe Henry III The coffee was strong and just what we needed to cut some of the richness of our burger. The alcohol also packed quite a punch; something we weren’t at all expecting! We got a hint of orange flavor from the Grand Marnier and a hint of cinnamon from the rim. What a beautiful way to finish off the night! Cafe Henry III Nosh or Not Consider Dining at Hollywood Brown Derby if: You love a classy night out! This place is perfect for date nights or with a group of friends! You’re a fan of Old Hollywood vibes, classic upscale food, and swanky cocktails. You want a fancy meal at Hollywood Studios — this is as nice as it gets in this park! Consider Skipping Hollywood Brown Derby if: You want a meal that’s more laid-back and casual. We suggest heading to 50’s Prime Time Cafe for a fun and lighthearted atmosphere! You’re looking for an inexpensive meal. Signature Dining = More Cash Spent! That said, some of our items were in line with am ore affordable Disney sit-down meal. You want a Disney-fied experience. This restaurant doles out Disney-level service, but you’ll hardly notice that you’re in a theme park! This can be a good or bad thing, depending on your preference. Overall There’s a reason we keep returning to the Hollywood Brown Derby. The restaurant absolutely delivers in terms of food, service, and atmosphere. It’s an upscale dining experience that reflects the high-quality service we look for in Disney’s Signature restaurants. In a park slowly being overrun with Pixar and Star Wars, we love that this restaurant is still focused on the old Hollywood that Hollywood Studios (then MGM Studios) was built on. It’s a cozy standby that fits beautifully among the themed shops on Sunset Boulevard. There are a lot of incredible Signature Dining restaurants that have impressed us in the past. The Brown Derby will always be one that we return to time and time again. The food usually lives up to the hype and we’ve yet to have a bad Cobb Salad! This is a place time seems to want to slow down. You want to sit here and sip a drink or linger over an appetizer for a while, and that’s part of its charm. The atmosphere doesn’t scream “Disney,” but that’s also one of its perks. It’s a quiet restaurant that transports you from a noisy, busy, and hot day at Disney World into a beautiful restaurant that looks like it came right out of an old movie! Visiting Hollywood Studios soon? Read our recent review of the reopened 50’s Prime Time 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. Have you visited the Brown Derby? Let us know your experience in the comments! The post Review! Hollywood Brown Derby is Still Worth Slowing Down Your Day in Disney's Hollywood Studios first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Just How Well Do You REALLY Know Disney World’s Hollywood Studios? Review: Never Underestimate the Power of Watching Movies While You Eat at Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater in Disney World Review: The Hollywood Brown Derby Lounge View the full article

We found out today that not one, not two, but THREE Disney World restaurants will be reopening in the next few weeks! Tomorrowland Terrace New Chairs and Tables We’ve already checked in on the just-released menu for a reopening Crystal Palace and now we get to take a look at the menu for Tomorrowland Terrace, opening December 17th. Here’s the thing: This menu definitely looks strangely familiar… . We’ll get to what’s weird here in a sec. First, let’s look at what this quick-service spot will be serving! Tomorrowland Terrace The Lunch and Dinner menu offers Combo Platters including the Chicken and Fish Platter and the Trio Platter. As for Entrees, the Terrace is offering items such as a Lobster Roll and a Fried Fish Platter. Plus, there’s a HARBOUR Salad as a Plant-Based option. Sound familiar? Menu Screenshot Sides offered include French Fries, Hushpuppies, and Side Salads. As for the kiddos, they can choose from options like the Harbour Salad, Chicken Breast Nuggets, and Fried Shrimp. Menu Screenshot And finally, Desserts have choices like Chocolate Ice Cream and the Minnie Mouse Chocolate Chip Lava Cookie. Hmm…where have we seen that before?? Wash it all down with a Cold or Hot Beverage of your choice! Menu Screenshot Figure it out yet?? This menu looks an awful LOT like a pared-down version of the Columbia Harbour House menu. As you might know, Columbia Harbour House is a still-closed quick-service spot in Liberty Square. It’s interesting that we’re seeing such a similar menu over in Tomorrowland — there are even the Harbour Salad and the Minnie Mouse Lava Cookie we say JUST before the parks closed! Columbia Harbour House sign You can bet we’ll be reporting from the opening of Tomorrowland Terrace on December 17th so stay tuned for all the updates and a REVIEW of this surprising menu! Click here to see what OTHER Disney World restaurants are opening soon! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! 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 eating at Tomorrowland Terrace? Tell us in the comments! The post The Menu at the Reopening Tomorrowland Terrace in Magic Kingdom Looks Oddly Familiar... . first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: NEWS! THREE Fan-Favorite Disney World Restaurants Are Reopening SOON! OH NO! Two of Our FAVORITE Floats Have Just Vanished From the Menus at Disney World! REVIEW! New SPICY Mickey Mini Dome Cake Debuts at Pecos Bill in Magic Kingdom! View the full article

Hello, DFB friends! We spent a day at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, as well as at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge! Animal Kingdom So what’s new since the last we visited these two locations? Keep reading to find out! Animal Kingdom Food Updates ACE Mobile Cart We noticed that the ACE Mobile Cart now haws the Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffin in the mornings. Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffin We’ve seen this muffin in other locations at the park, too. It’s not only MEGA pretty with that oddly perfect swirl of cream cheese on top, but it tastes pretty great too! Read our review of the Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffin We also noticed the cart sells coffee in the mornings! Gotta’ get that caffeine jump start at the beginning of the day, right? A cup is $3.50. ACE Mobile Cart Coffee sign Sure, it’s not Starbucks, but sometimes you just want a basic cheap cup of joe, are we right? If you’re looking for something more, check out the Irish coffee at Animal Kingdom Harambe Fruit Market If you’re looking to get your Mickey pretzel fix, you’re in luck — Harambe Fruit Market still has the Mickey pretzels! Mickey Pretzel We also saw the Mickey pretzel at Thirsty River Bar and Trek Snacks, but there was still no sign of the Simba pretzel. Read more about the first time we spotted the Simba pretzel Animal Kingdom Merchandise Updates Chester & Hester’s Dinosaur Treasures We saw a SWEEEET Mermaid Beanie at Chester & Hester’s! The knit cap has a mermaid scale pattern on it, with a purple pom-pom on top. It also has “Mermaid” embroidered at the bottom with Ariel’s Dinglehopper! Mermaid Beanie This beanie is $21.99. Hey, mermaids have to keep their heads warm, too! Check out the Betsey Johnson Little Mermaid Collection that came out earlier this year! Animal Kingdom Construction Updates The mysterious little building in Kilimanjaro Safaris is coming right along — construction almost seems to be complete. Mysterious building in Kilimanjaro Safaris We can’t wait to find out what this is for. See more photos of this building’s construction Animal Kingdom Other Updates We noticed that many of the attractions at Animal Kingdom now have signs telling guests that they aren’t allowed to eat or drink once they get in line for those rides. No eating or drinking in line sign We noticed them most recently at Kilimanjaro Safaris, Triceratop Spin, and Dinosaur. We’ve seen these signs throughout Disney World, but we’re starting to see a lot more of them! Read more about this policy Animal Kingdom Lodge Food Updates Maji Pool Bar Over at Animal Kingdom Lodge, the Maji Pool Bar has the same two food items it had back in October. One is a Roast Turkey Sandwich on whole wheat bread with arugula, bacon, and Sambal mayonnaise for $9.29. The other is a Tuna Salad Pita Platter for $9.99. Maji Pool Bar Specials It looks like these two items are sticking around for the time being! Learn more about the new pool bar menu Animal Kingdom Lodge Construction Update The Mara The Mara is still closed, but we noticed a small construction area set up just outside. Construction outside The Mara There’s no indication of what this construction area is set up for, though. Here’s where you can still get zebra domes at Animal Kingdom Lodge Animal Kingdom Lodge Lobby We also noticed signs in the lobby informing guests of the upcoming scheduled power outages at the resort. These intermittent outages will begin on November 19th at 11:59PM and end on November 20th at 4AM. Power Outage sign Guests can get updates on the power outages from their in-room TVs and in-room voicemails. That’s pretty much it for our time around Animal Kingdom and Animal Kingdom Lodge, but we’ll be back soon with even more updates, so stay tuned! PHOTOS! Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge is Gorgeously Decorated for the Holidays! 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 Animal Kingdom or Animal Kingdom Lodge recently? Let us know in the comments! The post What's New at Disney's Animal Kingdom and Animal Kingdom Lodge: Construction, Muffins, and More! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: What’s New at Animal Kingdom: New Pumpkin Goodies, A SECRET Menu Item, Deals & Discounts, and MORE! Disney News This Week: ALL the News and Updates from the Most Magical Places on Earth! Your ULTIMATE Guide to the 2020 Halloween Season in Disney World! View the full article

We spend a lot of time staring at menus at Disney World, mostly because we’re obsessed with food, but also because we like to know when new stuff shows up! German Beer Flight We do the same for drinks, too — because drink menus seem to change more than food menus and new drinks are ALWAYS turning up! So when we see something new, we try it out! The last time we visited BaseLine Tap House, we tried out a drink called Christmas on the Beach. This time, though, we’re trying out a new beer that a Cast Member told us arrived a few weeks ago. The new beer is the Golden Road Golden State Cerveza. This beer replaced the Golden Road 329 Lager that was previously on the menu. BaseLine Tap House Menu We thought the Cerveza tasted a lot like Corona, although maybe a little heavier than that. However, we found it very refreshing and quite drinkable. We would also recommend asking for a lime because that just adds a nice crisp citrus flavor to each sip! Golden Road Golden State Cerveza The Cerveza is definitely good for people who don’t like heavy beer. And considering that much of BaseLine’s drink menu is mostly heavy beers — like IPAs and wheat beers — it’s a nice option to have something a little lighter here. Golden Road Golden State Cerveza A 16-oz. glass of the Golden Road Golden State Cerveza is $9.25, while a 22 oz. glass is $10.50 We’re keeping an eye on all the menus at Disney World, so be sure to check back to see what new food and drinks we discover next! REVIEW: This New Beer at Disney World is PERFECT for Cider-Lovers! 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 World beer? Let us know in the comments? The post REVIEW: You'll Be Golden With This New Beer in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: What’s New in Disney’s Hollywood Studios: A NEW Show, Menu Updates, and a Hard-to-Find Puzzle! There’s A New Beer at EPCOT’s China Booth — But Is It Any Good? OH, JOY! The SPIKED Hot Cocoa Flight Is Back in Disney World, BBY! View the full article

When it comes to holiday flavors, most of us agree that things like peppermint, chocolate, and even pumpkin are DELICIOUS. Chocolate Peppermint Creme Brulee But one holiday flavor has often proved quite controversial: eggnog. It seems that when it comes to eggnog, you either love it or you hate it! However, we think we’ve found the one eggnog drink at Disney World that will please even the most die-hard eggnog haters! Introducing the Spiced Eggnog from Dockside Margaritas at Disney Springs! It’s frozen eggnog served with Captain Morgan Original Spiced Rum! Spiked Eggnog We previously saw this drink last year at the Eggnoggery at Disney Springs’ Christmas Tree Trail. And we loved it then. And guess what? We still love it now! Because it’s frozen, the texture is almost like that of a milkshake. The flavor is mostly creamy with spiced flavors. To put it simply, IT TASTES LIKE CHRISTMAS. Guys, for $11 bucks and some change, you get a LARGE cup of dairy: Spiked Eggnog The eggnog flavor is also very subtle, and we think that’s why this drink would please even those who don’t like eggnog! And although we could taste the rum, we didn’t think it was overpowering. But this drink is RICH, so you might want to share it with a friend. Again…it’s a massive amount of dairy. Imagine going to the grocery store, buying a quart of eggnog and pouring it in a cup this size…a LOT. Spiked Eggnog The Spiked Eggnog is available at Dockside Margaritas now for $11.50. And even if you don’t like eggnog, we encourage you to try it because you might just be surprised! Maybe spiced rum makes everything taste better? We’re busy tasting all the holiday food and drinks at Disney World, so check back often to read our latest reviews! REVIEW: This Holiday Snack at Disney Springs Has Gorgeous LAYERS of Flavor! 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 opinion of eggnog? Let us know in the comments! The post REVIEW: We Found the Perfect Eggnog Drink at Disney World For Eggnog Haters! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Review! Does This BOOZY Frozen Coffee in Disney World Taste as Amazing as it Sounds? REVIEW: Select BOOZY Gelato Shakes Are Back At D-Luxe Burger in Disney Springs! OH, JOY! The SPIKED Hot Cocoa Flight Is Back in Disney World, BBY! View the full article

DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. We don’t know about you, but we LOVE a good deal! Disney Merchandise And we love it even better when that deal is for Disney merch! With Black Friday right around the corner, we’ve recently seen deals almost everywhere, including Hot Topic, BoxLunch, and shopDisney! And we’ve got ONE MORE DEAL to share with you! We’ve already shared the amazing Black Friday discounts going on over at shopDisney. But now, there’s a new deal where you can save 25% off select Disney Parks items! So if you’re looking to save on that Fantasyland Castle Holiday Dress that we swear looks even better in person, now is the time to grab it! Fantasyland Castle Holiday Dress This dress is regularly $128, but you can get it on sale for $96! Seriously, we’ve gone on and on about this dress because it’s just stunning, so if you’ve been eyeing it, grab it before it’s gone! Click here to buy the Fantasyland Castle Holiday Dress You can also nab some of those fuzzy spirit jerseys we’ve previously talked about here at DFB like this Walt Disney World Sherpa Fleece Spirit Jersey. These spirit jerseys are SO SOFT! Walt Disney World Sherpa Fleece Spirit Jersey ©shopDisney The back says Walt Disney World, of course! You can get this spirit jersey now for $60 (regularly $79.99). Click here to buy the Walt Disney World Sherpa Fleece Spirit Jersey Now would also be a great time to stock up on ears (because you can never have too many!). How about these sparkly Black and Gold Sequined Minnie Mouse Ears? Black and Gold Sequined Minnie Ears ©shopDisney These gorgeous ears are normally $29.99, but with the discount, they’re only $22.50. Click here to buy the Black and Gold Sequined Minnie Mouse Ears To get these deals, head on over to shopDisney and use discount code PARKS25 when you check out. And remember you can stack codes, too, so be sure to use SHIPMAGIC to get free shipping on orders over $75. We’ll keep an eye out for more deals and let you know when and where they’re happening! Read This Next: The ULTIMATE Guide to Disney Black Friday Sales! 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 done any early Black Friday shopping yet? Let us know in the comments! The post Discount Alert! Here's How To Get 25% Off Disney Parks Gear Online! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Get Your Holiday Shopping Done Early With 25% Off Select Disney Merch Online and In Stores Now! You Have ONE MORE DAY to Get a Big Discount on Disney Merch Online! TODAY ONLY! Get Big Savings on Disney Ornaments Online! View the full article

Earlier today, Disney announced that 3 restaurants will soon be reopening in Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Hollywood Studios! The Crystal Palace One of the spots that will be welcoming guests again soon is The Crystal Palace in Magic Kingdom. Although the characters will be “taking a break” from greeting guests at this restaurant, it will still be open soon for guests to enjoy and will be serving meals family-style, a change from its previous buffet-style meal. But the REALLY exciting news is that we JUST got a look at the new family-style lunch & dinner menu and we’re excited to share it all with you! Let’s get right into all the deliciousness! First, your meal will begin with family-style starters. There are three items listed on the menu. First, there’s the Seasonal Salad made with tomato and watermelon, crisp greens, blue cheese, Candied Walnuts and Hot Pepper Jelly Vinaigrette. There’s also some Homestyle Buttermilk and Cheddar Bacon Biscuits served with Honey Butter, Caramelized Onion Butter and Hot Pepper Jelly. And finally, for those guests eating a plant-based diet, there is a plant-based starter available which is made with Marinated Watermelon and Tomatoes served with Crisp Greens, Candied Walnuts and Hot Pepper Jelly Vinaigrette. This appears to be identical to the Seasonal Salad except it is missing the Blue cheese. ©Disney Guests will then be able to choose their individual adult entree. There are 5 entree choices available. First, there’s the Baked Chicken Leg. There’s also the Fire-roasted Prime Rib of Beef served with Asiago Potatoes au Gratin, Creamed Spinach and Horseradish Cream. For the plant-based eaters, The Crystal Palace will be serving up some Southern Fried Cauliflower with Cheddar Grits, Fire-roasted Corn Salsa and Sauce Creole. If you’d like some pork, you can opt for the Brown Sugar Glazed Bone in Pork Chop served with Sweet Potato Casserole, Seasonal Vegetables and Spiced Apple Reduction. And, last, but not least, seafood fans can munch down on the Blackened Catfish and Shrimp served with Cheddar Grits, Fire-roasted Corn Salsa and Sauce Creole. ©Disney And, finally, there’s the BEST part of the meal — dessert! At The Crystal Palace there will be a shared dessert platter. The menu lists three items — the Family Style Dessert Platter, A Hunny of a Cupcake, and a plant-based option, the Italian Strawberry Shortcake. The Family Style Dessert Platter comes with QUITE a few treats including Seasonal Fritters with Powdered Sugar and Bourbon Caramel Sauce, Banana Cream Pie, and Hummingbird Cake. The Italian Strawberry Shortcake (which is plant-based) is described as a Vanilla Cake with Whipped Topping, Strawberries and Fresh Basil. ©Disney Kids have their own separate menu where they’ll get to pick 1 appetizer, 1 entree, 2 sides, and 1 dessert. Appetizer choices include fresh watermelon or bite-sized cheddar cheese and grapes. For the entrees there are 4 choices – baked chicken leg, seared catfish, macaroni and cheese, and fire-roasted prime rib. The sides available include roasted potatoes, green beans, grapes, cheddar grits, collard greens, and steamed carrots. And, finally, for dessert the kids can pick a strawberry lemon cupcake, strawberry shortcake, a vanilla honey-caramel cupcake, or seasonal sorbet. ©Disney The online menu then lists a number of allergy-friendly starters, entrees, and more, so if you are dining with specific allergies, be sure to take a look at those in advance. The “A Hunny of a Cupcake” definitely sounds interesting (and hopefully will be VERY cute) and we are SO excited for those Homestyle Buttermilk and Cheddar Bacon Biscuits! We cannot wait to try this spot once it reopens on December 13th. Keep in mind that reservations will be available online on December 1st, so if this menu sounds like something you’ve GOT to try, then you’ll want to make your reservations then. Click here to see what other restaurants will be reopening soon! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! 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 on this menu sounds the most exciting to you? Let us know in the comments! The post Food News! Here's the NEW Family-Style Menu for The Crystal Palace in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. 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There has been a TON of news about lightsabers in Disney World recently! Ahsoka Tano White Lightsaber Hilts Two new Legacy Lightsabers arrived in Galaxy’s Edge not too long ago (Count Dooku and Ahsoka Tano), then we spotted a sale on lightsaber blades at Dok Ondar’s, and just yesterday, the voice of Ahsoka Tano, Ashley Eckstein, stopped by Disney Springs to autograph several lightsabers that sold out incredibly quickly! Disney’s been releasing new lightsaber designs left and right, and now we have THREE more lightsaber hilts that just dropped online! The three new hilts that arrived on shopDisney are the Luke Skywalker Lightsaber Hilt, Ben Solo Lightsaber Hilt, and Reforged Skywalker Lightsaber Hilt. They’re available online now, but there’s a catch! Currently only D23 Gold and Gold Family members can purchase them. Three New Lightsaber Hilts ©Disney D23 members have exclusive access to shop these hilts until tomorrow, November 21st, at 11:59PM PT. During this window of time, there will be a limit of one item per member. Then, on November 25th, the hilts will be available for purchase by the general public! Legacy Lightsabers There’s no word of whether or not these lightsabers will arrive at Galaxy’s Edge in the future, but we’ll keep our eyes out for any more news. If you’re a D23 Gold Member in the market for the most civilized weapons in the Galaxy, act fast! Stay tuned to DFB for the latest in Disney news, including updates on all the amazing Star Wars merchandise! Check Out This New Droid in Galaxy’s Edge! Want MORE Details About Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge? Click HERE for All the News and Details for Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge — Including Our REVIEWS! We're LIVE at Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge in Disneyland The ULTIMATE GUIDE to Disney's Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge PHOTOS: Build Your Own Astromech Droid at the Droid Depot in Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge Millennium Falcon: Smuggler's Run - REVIEW AND TIPS PHOTO TOUR: Don-Okdar's Den of Antiquities PHOTO TOUR: Head Inside Oga's Cantina in Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge With Us! Go INSIDE Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance in Disney’s Galaxy’s Edge! See How the Interactive Technology for Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Will Blow Your Mind! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Will you be purchasing these new hilts? Tell us in the comments! The post D23 Members Act Fast! You Still Have First Pick at the NEW Lightsaber Hilts Disney Just Released Online! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: NEW Color-Changing Ahsoka Tano Lightsabers Coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios! These New ‘Star Wars’ Tees from Disney Are Hilarious! May Disney’s NEW Star Wars May the 4th Merchandise Be With You! Find It Online SOON! View the full article

Forget Hamilton, there’s a new Disney musical in town that we’re obsessing over! Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure And this musical is all about a RAT — but not just any old rat! This musical is all about Remy from Ratatouille! It’s no secret that we love Remy, and we’re so excited about his upcoming fountain of rats and Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure at EPCOT! Although we have to wait until next year to ride the new attraction, we recently got a special treat from Disney Parks: a TikTok Ratatouille Musical! Some of the project team members working on the new Ratatouille attraction showed off their mad rapping skills by summing up Remy’s story! BUT WAIT…that’s not an Imagineer. it’s Milo Manheim from the Zombies films on Disney Channel! We love seeing Imagineers having so much fun when they’re working on attractions! And we’re STOKED to see what their version of the ride has in store for us! Stay tuned because we’ll keep sharing more fun Disney videos with you! NEWS! Exciting NEW Details About Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure Coming to EPCOT! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! 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 Remy Rap? Let us know in the comments! The post Step Aside, 'Hamilton,' This Disney Ratatouille TikTok Rap Is Where It's AT first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: NEWS! You HAVE to See the New Addition Remy’s Been Cooking Up in Epcot! Schedule and Sneak Peeks Released for D23 Expo 2019! Disney Legends, Film News, Park Updates and MORE! DFB Video: Latest Disney Parks News — CEO Shakeup, HUGE Refurb News, and MORE! View the full article

When most people think about buying clothes at Disney World, they’ve got t-shirts on their mind. Tees Section However, Disney has also been known to create some stunning options for guests who like to dress a little fancier! Just recently, we’ve seen them release a gorgeous holiday dress, a dress based on Ratatouille, and a beautiful dress modeled after the Tower of Terror. Now we have another frock to add to the collection, and this one comes with a matching purse! We first spotted this patriotic dress over at The Dress Shop on Cherry Tree Lane in the Marketplace Co-Op section of Disney Springs! Captain America dress It’s an adorable retro style with a white collar, buttons down the front, and a red, white, and blue color scheme. If you look closer, you’ll notice that the buttons on the bodice are tiny versions of Captain America’s shield! Captain America dress We also spotted the dress, which is a collaboration between Disney and Her Universe, at Legends of Hollywood in Hollywood Studios. The dress at Legends of Hollywood The dress was available for $128, which is similar to what we’ve seen for other frocks at the shop! Captain America dress While not from the same collection, we also spotted this Captain America purse from Danielle Nicole that just happens to match perfectly! Captain America purse The purse was available at both locations as well and features Captain America’s shield set against a background of red, blue, and silver with red stars. The purse at Legends of Hollywood The purse was priced at $74, and was a fairly good size for a handbag. Here’s a glimpse at what the back looks like — there’s an extra pocket hiding back there! Captain America purse If you’re all about some SUPER style, then this outfit combo may be just right for you! We’ll be on the lookout for it to pop up in other stores around the parks, as well as online. In the meantime, keep checking DFB for all your Disney merchandise news! Check Out Our Holiday Gift Guides, Including This One for Bread Lovers! 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 this dress and purse combo? Tell us in the comments! The post Take Some Fashion Inspo from Cap With This NEW Marvel Inspired Dress and Purse in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Spotted: The Alice in Wonderland Dress Makes its Disney Springs Debut! The 30 HARDEST Disney Choices We’ve Had to Make Over the Last 30(ish)Days PHOTOS: The Limited Release Black Widow Pins in Disney World Have Us Feeling Heroic View the full article

Star Wars fans, we’ve got GOOD news (but prepare your wallets). Droid Depot Recently, Disney introduced Star Wars Trading Post, an offering in Downtown Disney, Disney Springs, and online that lets folks buy Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge merchandise OUTSIDE of the parks. Now, another round of merch is coming to the Trading Posts! Today, Disney announced that merchandise from Droid Depot will soon be available at the Star Wars Trading Post. So, yes! Now might be your chance to take home a BB-8 or R2-D2 of your own! ©Disney We’re not sure when this collection will launch but we’ll let you know as soon as we do! As always, stay tuned to DFB for the latest updates on merchandise inside and OUT of the parks! Click here to learn more about Star Wars merchandise 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 snagging a droid when you get the chance? Tell us in the comments! The post Soon You Can Stock Up on Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge Droids OUTSIDE of Disney Parks! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: The EPIC Silver Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Metal Gift Cards Are NOW Available in Disney World! Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Merchandise Will Soon Be Available in Disney Springs and Online! First Look! This Is the Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Merchandise You Can Expect to See in Disney Springs View the full article

BREAKING NEWS! Okay, maybe not really, but you’ve gotta LOOK AT WHAT WE’RE ABOUT TO SHOW YOU. Beauty and the Beast Topiary OMG. We met these two sweet pups in Magic Kingdom today and we just HAD to show them to you. These two service dogs were on the job and they got spruced up in their Beauty and the Beast-inspired best! We were strolling through Fantasyland when we spotted Belle and the Beast just hanging out. Wait a minute…that’s not Belle and the Beast, but it IS two dogs that look just like them! Beauty and the Beast in Pup Form Let’s break this down. First of all, they’re in front of Gaston’s Tavern. Bonus points for matching their theming. You’ve got Belle’s stunning ballgown, Beast’s dapper jacket (complete with CROOKED bowtie, we’re dying of cuteness). Add in the Beast’s mane and ears and a BELLE WIG and this might be the cutest thing we’ve ever seen. Beauty and the Beast in Pup Form We’ll go on record right now and say we are VERY pro-dog-wig. Look at those luscious curls. Beauty and the Beast in Pup Form Keep in mind these two are service animals! Pets are not allowed in Disney parks. Remember when a service dog is working you should avoid talking to, taking pictures of, or petting them so that they can focus. When we spotted them, Lucky Roo and his pal Gabi were taking a break and their humans were kind enough to have them pose for us! Beauty and the Beast in Pup Form If these dog pics are an absolute dream come true, you can actually see MORE of them on Instagram at @LuckyGoldenBoy where Lucky and Gabi pose for Disney-based pics. Beauty and the Beast in Pup Form You’ll have to head on over them to see more of this dapper duo, but we’ll give you a hint: Toy Story and Star Wars fans might spot some SERIOUSLY cute pics! As always, stay tuned to DFB for all the best (and CUTEST) updates from Disney World! Click here to check out some CUTE Disney holiday merch — for your dog! 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. Tell us what you think of these cuties in the comments! The post We Met Beauty and The Beast in DOG FORM Today in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: We’ve Got Reopening Dates for TWO Fan-Favorite Quick Service Restaurants in Disney World! What’s New at Magic Kingdom: TRON Coaster Updates, Gaston Tavern’s Re-Opening, and SO MANY Halloween Goodies! 25 Photos and Videos From Three Parks in Disney World TODAY View the full article

What does it mean when someone has on their eating pants AND their walking shoes? They just might be headed to Disney World for Turkey Day! Thanksgiving Cupcake Thanksgiving is next week and lots of folks will be spending the thankful time with family and friends in The Most Magical Place on Earth. We’ve covered loads of spots you can eat your holiday meal in the World, and now you might have more options that fit in your plans — Disney just refilled next week’s Park Passes! As of today, Disney Park Pass availability has been replenished in most parks, most days through the end of the month for Theme Park Tickets Guests and Disney World Resort Hotel Guests. ©Disney Hollywood Studios is booked up for all but three days through November 30th, but every other park is available every day through the end of the month for these ticket groups. ©Disney This is especially interesting considering the fact that Disney CEO Bob Chapek commented that Thanksgiving week was almost at 100% capacity late last week. You can see in this screenshot from last week that the only park with remaining availability was EPCOT. Thanksgiving Week Park Pass Reservations ©Disney Still, it is nice that there are more available so that those who were previously unable to get their top picks have a chance to snag the passes they need. As always, stay tuned to DFB for the latest updates from Disney World! Click here to read Chapek’s statements about Thanksgiving week! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! 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 Disney World next week? Tell us in the comments! The post MORE Disney Park Passes Are Now Available for Thanksgiving Week in Disney World! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: NEWS: More Park Pass Reservations are Now Available for Disney World Annual Passholders! Disney World Has Added AP Park Pass Availability for NEXT Week (And Yes, Studios Is Available)! Disney World Park Pass Reservations are Starting to Fill Up for Thanksgiving Week! View the full article

Disney is really great at making beautiful things out of gingerbread! Grand Floridian Gingerbread Houses In years past, they’ve made gigantic gingerbread houses for display at the resorts, and while that isn’t happening this year, they’ve made several smaller creations for us to admire! We spotted a gingerbread and chocolate sculpture at the Grand Floridian, a gingerbread model of Disney’s Contemporary Resort, and now, we’ve spotted a very cute gingerbread carousel at Disney’s Beach Club Resort! We spotted this intricate creation on display in the lobby of the Beach Club, but it was also on display in the resort’s quick service restaurant, Beach Club Marketplace. Beach Club gingerbread carousel Typically, the Beach Club is home to a life-size gingerbread carousel, but this year, since we can’t have our beloved big one, they’ve brought us a mini version! Beach Club gingerbread carousel The carousels are usually themed, and it looks like this one’s modeled after The Little Mermaid. You can see Ariel and Flounder in this decoration on the top! Beach Club gingerbread carousel We even spotted a cute little hidden Mickey! The Disney chefs don’t forget their details. Usually the carousels have one extra hidden Mickey each year. Beach Club gingerbread carousel Guests can actually purchase this adorable creation for $45! It’s available from November 19th-January 1st in the Beach Club Marketplace. Beach Club gingerbread carousel We’re loving all the holiday snacks and desserts popping up all around Walt Disney World. Make sure to stay tuned to DFB to get the latest news on the holiday season, because we love sharing all this magic with our amazing readers! Click Here to Learn About How You Can Enter a Gingerbread Contest to Win A Disney Gift Basket! 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 Do you make creations out of gingerbread during the holidays? Let us know in the comments! The post We Love To See It! A Mini Gingerbread Carousel Is Buyable at Disney World's Beach Club Resort! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Holiday Preview: The 2017 Walt Disney World Gingerbread Displays The 2017 Gingerbread Carousel at Disney’s Beach Club Resort NEWS! It’s a Christmas in the Sand at Disney’s Beach Club with New Holiday Decorations! View the full article