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We are still waiting on word for when Disneyland will be able to reopen. While we are waiting, at least we can still get some of our Disney fix in Downtown Disney. World of Disney at Downtown Disney Now, one of the shops in Downtown Disney is offering Annual Passholders a sweet deal! Saturdays just got a little sweeter! Jamba is now offering its classic small smoothies to Annual Passholder for just $5 for the next four Saturdays. Jamba That means from now until December 5th, APs can get a small smoothie from Jamba at the Downtown Disney location for only $5! ©Jamba Make sure to check Jamba store hours and Downtown Disney hours before you head out to take advantage of this deal! Keep checking back as we will keep you updated on any new Annual Passholder perks that we see! Check out this Annual Passholder perk available at Walt Disney World! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! What is your favorite smoothie from Jamba? Let us know in the comments! The post Annual Passholders Can Get a Sweet Smoothie Deal in Downtown Disney! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Here’s Everything Set to be Closed for Refurbishment in Disney World and Disneyland This Week! Monday Motivation: Get a FREE Cupcake at Sprinkles Cupcakes! REVIEW: Pride Sprinkle Cupcake at Sprinkles in Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort View the full article

runDisney’s Wine and Dine Virtual Race Weekend was just a few weeks ago! The 5k race was themed after The Emperors New Groove! We had a great tutorial to help get you hydrated before the race, and now that it’s over, we have a new recipe to help runners recover! ©runDisney This recipe features quinoa, a prized grain in the Incan culture, which Kuzco ruled over in The Emperor’s New Groove! Along with quinoa, this recipe also uses Impossible Burger and lots of delicious veggies! Ingredients For the Seasoned Impossible Burger 12 oz Impossible Burger 1 teaspoon onion powder 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon cumin 1 teaspoon paprika 1/2 teaspoon chili powder 1/2teaspoon dried oregano 1 teaspoon kosher salt For the Roasted Vegetables 2 ears of corn, shucked and cut from the cob 1 pint of cherry tomatoes, halved 5 scallions, trimmed and cut into 1″ pieces 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper For the Garnish 2 cups crispy quinoa 1 bunch of cilantro, roughly chopped 1 lime, juiced 1 avocado, diced ©runDisney Directions Preheat the oven and an empty baking sheet ti 450 degrees. Mix seasoning with Impossible Burger until well mixed. Over medium/high heat, sear Impossible Burger until golden brown and cooked through. Set meat aside. For the roasted vegetables, combine all ingredients in a bowl and toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper Remove the preheated baking sheet from the oven and pour the vegetables on the hot sheet. Use a large spoon or spatula to spread the vegetables evenly across the tray. Bake the vegetables for about 15 minutes, or until the color starts to form on the vegetables. Remove the vegetables from the oven and add to the bowl of browned Impossible Birger. To make crispy quinoa, spread 2 cups cooked quinoa on a baking sheet ad bake at 350 degrees for about 15 minutes, or until crispy. Season with salt to taste. Add in cilantro, crispy quinoa, lime, and avocado to the bowl of vegetables and Impossible Burger. Toss until well mixed and serve! ©runDisney This recipe is not only delicious and great for race recovery, but it is also vegan! Keep checking back as we will continue sharing more Disney inspired recipes! Click here for more Disney inspired recipes! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Will you be trying this recipe at home? Let us know in the comments! The post Disney Recipe Inspired by 'The Emperor's New Groove' Is Pure Running Fuel! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Sneak Peek! Epcot Food and Wine Festival Wine and Dine Half Marathon Medals! Create an ‘Emperor’s New Groove’ Llama Potion Water Bottle With a Disney DIY! Disney Recipe: Make Disney’s Churros at Home with THIS Recipe! View the full article

It’s been a ROUGH year for Disney, not only for the fans, but especially for the impassioned Cast Members. Cast Members Cleaning in Disney World This is especially apparent at Disneyland, where the park remains closed (with no reopening date in sight) and where layoffs and furloughs keep piling up. What Disneyland needs now more than ever is a glimmer of hope and optimism, and we found precisely that! Through the struggles and layoffs that have impacted Disney this year, one thing we LOVE to see is the outpouring of support for Cast Members, and all the AMAZING and creative ways that people are helping! Magic Kingdom Cast Members in Costume Look no further than Cast Member Pantry, a non-profit created to help former Disney Cast Members who are struggling due to layoffs, which is NOW officially available in California! @castmemberpantry The heartwarming resource has been a HUGE boon for Disney Cast Members in Florida, and now it’s available for Disneyland folks in need! Here’s a list of Disney Cast Member-owned businesses you can support! Here’s how it works: scroll through their Amazon wishlist where you can purchase Visa gift cards, Amazon gift cards, GrubHub gift cards, and numerous other helpful resources to donate to Disneyland Cast Members. Easy as pie! And a great way to support employees in need when it’s most important. Disneyland at Christmas At a time when so many have lost their jobs, and in the spirit of Thanksgiving, it’s also the perfect way to give back during this season of giving! Mouseketeers are reuniting to support Cast Member Pantry in an incredible way! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Why are you most thankful for Disney Cast Members this year? Share your thoughts in the comments! The post NEWS: Cast Member Pantry Is Now Available for Disney Cast Members in California! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Video! New Ad Calls on Governor Newsom to Reopen Disneyland and Other California Theme Parks California Attractions and Parks Association Calls the State’s Theme Park Guidelines ‘A Keep Theme Parks Closed Indefinitely Plan’ Disneyland May Not Reopen Until Summer 2021, According to California’s Orange County Health Care Agency View the full article

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When Buena Vista Street reopens next Thursday, November 19th, it’ll be the first time Disneylanders step food inside the parks in some capacity in over eight months! With the exception of the Stage 17 Backlot Premiere Shop, the parks have been totally off-limits as California is keeping its larger theme parks closed for the time being. Disney California Adventure Park Besides the fact that we’ll be able to take in the sights and sounds of Buena Vista Street next week, there are some incredible returning FOOD items that are a HUGE deal to us! Carthay Circle Lounge – Alfresco Dining Let’s kick things off with the new Alfresco Dining experience at Carthay Circle Lounge. Their outdoor seating is being expanded in BIG ways to offer guests the opportunity to dine on a menu of small plates of Mediterranean-California light types of food created by Chefs Andrew Sutton and Alex Flores. Carthay Circle Lounge While the menu will feature new items, it will also highlight some returning dishes, including the Duck Confit Empanadas and their Vietnamese Twice-cooked Beef Tacos. Vietnamese Twice-cooked Beef Tacos The lounge will also serve some of California Adventure’s signature cocktails, like Pimm’s Punch, the Carthay Martini, and a Classic Gin and Tonic. Pimm’s Punch You’ll definitely want to make sure you grab a reservation for Carthay Circle Lounge — Alfresco Dining ahead of your visit to Buena Vista Street! Click here to learn more about what to expect at Carthay Circle Lounge — Alfresco Dining Award Wieners While we’re super stoked to step into California Adventure, we couldn’t help but notice that Buena Vista Street doesn’t QUITE extend that far into the park, so several beloved dining locations are omitted from this initial reopening, mainly Corn Dog Castle. In the world of Disneyland snacks, the corn dog is by far one of the most iconic eats you can get! Hand Dipped Corn Dog The corn dog gods must have heard our prayers because Corn Dog Castle’s menu is coming to Award Wieners! Cue happy dance! Cheese Stick Corn Dog That’s right, starting next week we will at long last be reunited with the Original Corn Dog, Hot Link Corn Dogs, Cheddar Cheese Sticks, and Apple Pie Funnel Cake Fries! Apple Pie Funnel Cake Fries While we’re looking forward to more of Award Wieners‘ regular menu coming to Buena Vista Street, we’re OVER THE MOON that Disney decided to bring Corn Dog Castle’s items over for us to enjoy sooner! Click here to learn more about Award Wiener’s Corn Dog Castle-inspired menu Smokejumpers Grill Another counter service location that will reopen as part of Buena Vista Street is Smokejumpers Grill! Located in Grizzly Peak, their menu is looking a little trimmed down for its initial reopening phase. Smokejumpers Grill Fans of their Bacon Cheddar Burger will be happy to know that it will be returning next week! But we’ll have to wait a bit longer before we can dig into their Signature Mac and Cheese as well as their Chili Cheese Fries, both of which are not included on the menu at this time. Bacon Cheddar Burger And while we aren’t spotting Seasonal Shakes on the menu quite yet, they WILL be serving classic Chocolate and Vanilla shakes. Minty Yule Log Shake Fingers crossed that they’ll bring back their over-the-top shakes in the coming weeks and months. We wouldn’t mind sipping on a Snickerdoodle Milkshake again, or perhaps a Minty Yule Log Shake in time for the holidays! Fiddler, Fifer & Practical Cafe If you need a little pick-me-up during your trip to Buena Vista Street, you’ll be happy to know that Fiddler, Fifer & Practical Cafe will be open! This cozy corner cafe is California Adventure’s flagship Starbucks location, serving your favorite lattes and cold brews. Fun fact: did you know that this was the first location to serve Starbucks inside a Disney park? Fiddler, Fifer & Practical Cafe While we don’t yet know for sure if Fiddler, Fifer & Practical Cafe will be serving any specialty items, we did spot “Seasonal Cupcake” on the menu…so maybe we’ll spot a holiday treat or two! Last year they this location had a Mickey Gingerbread Man as well as a Holiday Brownie, so only time will tell! Mickey Gingerbread Man from 2019 @ Disneyland Regardless, we are looking forward to once again starting our day on Buena Vista Street with a hot cup of coffee! Click here to take a look at the new Disneyland and California Adventure Starbucks tumbler mugs! Trolley Treats And last but CERTAINLY not least, we cannot wait to buy one of EVERYTHING at Trolley Treats! Trolley Treats at Disney California Adventure While we’ve been able to enjoy Marceline’s Confectionary in Downtown Disney to stuff our bellies with Churro Toffee and Caramel Apples, we wouldn’t be lying if we told you that we’re REALLY looking forward to enjoying these treats inside a park once again. Churro Toffee We haven’t heard if Disneyland will be selling their hand-pulled Candy Canes this holiday season, but we’re pretty confident that no matter what Trolley Treats is serving, we’ll be gobbling all of it down. Click here to learn more about what dining reservations could look like at Buena Vista Street WOW! From Churro Toffee to Corn Dogs, there is plenty to look forward to when Buena Vista Street reopens next week! Disneyland is full of amazing snacks that we’ve missed TONS since the parks closed back in March. Be sure to follow along as we eat our way through Buena Vista Street! Click here to read more about what will be available when Buena Vista Street reopens! 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! Will you be visiting Buena Vista Street once it reopens? Let us know in the comments! The post Iconic Disneyland FOOD Will Be Part of Buena Vista Street's Reopening -- Here's What You Can Look Forward To! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Award Wieners to Reopen With Buena Vista Street at Disney California Adventure and TONS of Our Favorites Will Be Here NEWS: Some New Dining Protocol Has Been Released for the Reopening of Buena Vista Street in Disney California Adventure! New Menu Items Debut At Two Disney California Adventure Park Restaurants! View the full article

As fans of the Disney parks, we know it takes a team of dedicated Cast Members working both “on stage” and behind the scenes to make the magic happen. Sleeping Beauty Castle One of the things that sets Disney parks apart is the incredible attention to detail throughout the attractions, as well as the restaurants and stores throughout the parks. And while many of the details throughout the parks are hidden for Disney sleuths to seek out, others are front-and-center — like the window displays at the Emporium on Main Street, U.S.A. A Window Display At The Emporium A number of talented artists have worked on these window displays throughout the years, including John Leland, a puppet designer who helped create window displays for the Emporium at both Disneyland Park and Magic Kingdom in Disney World. John Leland ©Bob Baker Marionette Theater Leland had a hand in creating window displays for a number of Disney films, including Bedknobs and Broomsticks and 101 Dalmations. He also worked with prominent puppeteer Bob Baker to develop a line of Disney-licensed marionettes in the 1990s. The Emporium As reported by Variety, John Leland passed away on Thursday morning at age 91. In addition to his work with Disney, his legacy includes productions for cruise ships, television, commercials, and department store interior designs. Check out what happens to Disney Imagineer concept art with this virtual tour Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! What are your favorite window displays from the Emporium? Share your favorites in the comments! The post Disney Puppet Designer John Leland Passes Away first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Disney Food News This Week: ALL the NEWS from the Disney Parks and Resorts! Review! Hop on Over for these Easter Treats on the Disney Cruise Line! TREND ALERT! We’re Loving These New Customizable Disney Shoes! View the full article

Welcome back, DFB friends! We’re here with another DFB Video, and today we’re talking about all the latest Disney news you need to know! Magic Kingdom Crowds We have more updates ahead of the opening of Buena Vista Street in Disney California Adventure, more holiday characters arrive in Disney World, and LOTS of big news from Disney’s quarterly earnings call. Check out all that and more in our latest DFB Video! And if you love this video, there’s plenty more for you to enjoy over on our DFB YouTube Channel! By the way, have you subscribed yet? If you hit the button below, you can subscribe to the channel and never miss a single episode! Plus, you can get a full list planning cheat sheet for your Disney World vacation here! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/subscribe.png So check out the video and let us know: Will you be heading to the Disney Parks soon? The post DFB Video: Latest Disney News: Disney Reports Multi-Billion in Losses, Disney World Increases Capacity & MORE! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: DFB Video: Latest Disney News — Disney Springs Reopened, Universal Orlando is Reopening, and There’s New Leadership at Disney! DFB Video: Introducing Disney’s Newest Restaurants DFB Video: NEW Disney World Secrets Nobody Has Noticed Yet View the full article

DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Christmas is just around the corner and we are here for it! So many of us have already started decorating for the holiday season. One of our favorite things to do each year is to see how we can bring a touch of Disney into our holiday decorations. ©Disney Today, we are sharing with you TWO Disney Christmas DIY projects from Disney! These DIYs are the PERFECT way to add some Disney magic to your holiday decor! DIY Marble Glass Ornament The first DIY is the perfect way to bring some Disney to your tree! ©Disney Supplies Clear glass ornaments Alcohol Inks in turquoise, magenta, purple, indigo blue, and red Canned air Gold and silver oil-based paint pens stiff black felt Gold 1/4″ ribbon Gold holographic glitter Burlap material ©Disney Instructions 1. Gently remove the metal cap and clip from the top of the ornament. Set it aside, but remember where you put it because you will need it later. ©Disney 2. Turn the ornament on its side. Add 3-5 drops of the lightest ink color into the opening of the ornament. Allow the drops to “pool” inside the ornament for a good two minutes. ©Disney 3. Let the ink dry for a few minutes. The canned air should come with a small straw which you can attach. Place the nozzle inside and aim at your first ink color. Press the air trigger lightly. Use short, small bursts of air to move the ink around. ©Disney 4. Let the ink dry for a few minutes. If you add another color of ink before the first color is dry, the new ink will move the ink you already placed. ©Disney 5. Repeat steps 2-4, adding new and different colors of ink to the ornament until you have your desired, marbled effect. ©DisneyParksBlog 6. After the ink inside is dry, replace the metal cap and clip. Now it’s time to decorate the outside of the ornament! Use the paint pens to draw and write on the ornaments. You can practice your designs on a piece of paper first. If you do make a mistake on your ornament with the paint pens, you can use alcohol to rub it off while it is still wet. ©DisneyParksBlog 7. Use the stiff felt to make Mickey ears! You can attach the ears to the ornament with hot glue. Disney has made a template for three different sized Mickey ears that you can find here. There is no limit to the designs you could make with this method! You can get super creative with the ink and embellishments you use on your own ornaments. If you’re having trouble coming up with your own designs, you can try some of these! The Ohana Ornament — This ornament is themed after Lilo and Stitch! For this design, you will need turquoise, indigo blue, and purple ink, Hawaiian themed stickers, burlap, and a silver paint pen. ©DisneyParksBlog The Tinkerbell Ornament — We love Tink! For this ornament, use medium and dark green ink, gold ribbon, gold holographic glitter (1 teaspoon poured inside the ornament after the ink has dried), and the gold paint pen. ©DisneyParksBlog The Mickey Ornament — Represent your favorite mouse with this ornament! You will need red ink, 2 large yellow buttons, and 2 large black felt ears. ©DisneyParksBlog The Walt Disney Quote Ornament — Perfect to display your favorite quote from Uncle Walt! This ornament needs orange, indigo blue, and magenta ink, 2 large black felt ears, and a silver paint pen. ©DisneyParksBlog We are super excited to try this DIY four ourselves! We already have a few quotes in mind that would be great for the Quote Ornament! Click here for a different type of Disney Christmas DIY! DIY Centerpiece Mickey Whether you are looking for something for your table, bookshelf, or accent table, this holiday centerpiece is sure to stand out! ©Disney Supplies 10″ foam ring Two 5 7/8″ foam circles Half of a 6″ foam sphere Eighty 1″ ornaments Fifty 44mm ornaments 1 1/2″ ribbon Hot glue gun and glue sticks Tacky glue Paint or foam brush 3/16 dowel rod Glitter ©Disney Instructions 1. Cut the dowel rod into three 3″ pieces. Insert one piece into each of the 5 7/8″ foam circles, and the third into the bottom of the foam ring. Remove the dowels, dab with hot glue, and then re-insert the dowel rods in place. ©Disney 2. Align the two foam circles over the ring to look like Mickey’s ears and insert. Remove, but don’t glue them yet. Use the ribbon to wrap the foam ring, applying hot glue every few wraps, but leave space around the dowel rod and ear holes. (You could also cover the ring with glitter!) ©Disney 3. Apply a generous layer of tacky glue to the foam circles and coat them with glitter. Once the base layer of glitter is dry, mix equal parts tacky glue, water, and glitter. Use a brush to apply the mixture to the foam circles. When the foam circles are dry, use hot glue on the dowel rods to attach them to the foam ring. ©Disney 4. Begin hot gluing a row of the 40mm ornaments spaced out around the outside and inside of the foam ring. Leave space around the dowel rod to attach the base. ©Disney 5. Glue a row of 1″ ornaments between the larger ornaments on the outer and inner ring of large ornaments. Glue two small ornaments between the outer ring and dowel rod, leaving a 1 1/2″ gap on each side of the dowel rod. ©Disney 6. Use the rest of the ornaments to fill in any remaining space on the foam ring. ©Disney 7. Use the same technique in Step 3 to apply glitter to the half of the 6″ foam sphere. One dry, press the dowel rod of the foam ring into the center of the base. Remove, dab with hot glue, and re-insert. For a final touch, you can add a Disney ornament to the inside of the foam ring to complete the centerpiece! ©Disney And there you have it! Two gorgeous Disney Christmas DIY to add an extra touch of magic to your holiday season! Stay tuned as we will keep sharing more holiday-themed DIYs! Can’t get enough of Disney DIYs? Check out these projects you can do on a budget! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Which of these holiday DIYs will you be trying! Let us know in the comments! The post These Very Merry Disney DIYs Will Help You Get in the Christmas Spirit first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: The Weirdest and Most Entertaining Ways to DIY Disney With Your Stash of Toilet Paper! Create Your Own Home Movie Theater With This Disney DIY Onward Screening! Disney HOW-TO! Decorate Your Own DIY Adventure Book Inspired by Disney’s “Up!” View the full article

Yesterday, The Walt Disney Company held an earnings call regarding the end of their fourth quarter and end of their 2020 fiscal year. Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom The Disney executives on the call shared a LOT of information about Disney’s finances, the situation with their theme parks and entertainment, and some ideas about the future. Today we’re breaking down the BIGGEST things you may have totally missed from yesterday’s call. Direct-To-Consumer is the BIG Focus Moving Forward If you listen to the call yesterday or have read a transcript, you’ll hear (or see) JUST how many times Bob Chapek (the current Chief Executive Officer of The Walt Disney Company) and Christine McCarthy (the current Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer) mention the words “direct to consumer,” “DTC,” and Disney+. Chapek specifically noted that “DTC business is key to the future growth of our company,” and talked about how Disney recently restructured their businesses because of that. ©Lucasfilm | Entertainment Weekly Chapek also said that the recent reorganization helps Disney better align themselves as they pivot “to a DTC-first business model.” Note that Chapek didn’t say it was a DTC-emphasized model or just a model where DTC is very important — it’s a DTC-first model. That speaks volumes as to where Disney’s primary focus really will be moving forward. ©Disney Additional Direct to Consumer Info Chapek also said he sees the DTC business as a “key driver of significant long-term value for [the] company.” So, you may have gotten all of that from yesterday’s call, but did you notice just HOW determined the Board of Directors is to make sure Disney can continue to invest in its DTC business? Christine McCarthy said, “As part of that commitment and given limited visibility due to COVID and our decision to prioritize investment in our DTC initiatives, the board has decided to forego payment of a semiannual dividend in January 2021.” That’s right, no semi-annual dividend for The Walt Disney Company will be issued in January partially to make sure the Company is able to prioritize its investment in DTC content. Disney isn’t playing around here. ©Disney | Marvel Studios Disney+ Update Already watched EVERYTHING that’s on Disney+? Don’t worry, Disney’s statements make it clear that more is content on the way. Chapek noted that it is clear that “new content adds subscribers” and he thinks we’ll “see a continued increase in investment in our direct-to-consumer platforms.” Other Disney+ or DTC-related words from Mr. Chapek? Chapek referred to Disney’s DTC business as “the real bright spot amid the pandemic”; Chapek said Disney is going to “put a lot of wind in the sails of [their] Disney+ business and heavily invest in it”; According to Chapek, Disney will “continue to ramp up [their] investment in DTC”; and Chapek also noted that they will be “heavily tilting the scale from linear networks over to our DTC business.” Once Upon A Snowman ©Disney So, it’s pretty clear — Disney+ and Disney’s other direct-to-consumer platforms will likely get a LOT of love in the future. But not just that, it appears they’re going to be the focus of the business going forward in a way we haven’t quite seen before. Click here to read about more Disney entertainment news! Investor Day is Going to be BIG Disney will be holding a virtual Investor Day in December, and while we always expect to hear some important news during investor days, it seems this one will be particularly important. Investor Day was mentioned several times during the earnings call, often in reference to…no surprise here, Disney’s DTC business. Christine McCarthy said Disney is excited to share more details about their “evolving DTC strategy” during Investor Day, and Chapek also said that the continued increase in investment in the DTC platforms will also be discussed on Investor Day. ©Pixar In reference to their DTC business, Chapek said Disney intends to build on their success and will share more plans at Investor Day. We’re also set to get an update on Disney+ global subscriber numbers and Hulu advertising on Investor Day. We will definitely be listening in on Investor Day and we’ll bring you the latest updates, so stay tuned! Click here to get more information about this year’s Investor Day! Premier Access Will Likely Come Back Earlier this year, Mulan was released on Disney+ for an additional cost through its “Premier Access” program, although it will soon be free to all Disney+ subscribers. Disney has since decided to release Soul for free on Disney+ however, and we had some thoughts on what that could mean for future Disney films. Could it mean that premier access is going away? Apparently not. ©Disney During a conference held in early August of this year, Bob Chapek said that Disney was “looking at ‘Mulan’ as a one-off as opposed to saying there’s some new business windowing model that we’re looking at,” according to Variety. But his statements in the earnings call seem to be a bit different. Chapek said that Mulan was Disney’s “first foray into a strategy like premier access.” He noted that their experience with Mulan showed that there’s “something here in terms of the premier access strategy.” It’s another item that Chapek said we’ll learn more about on Investor Day. ©Screen Rant According to Chapek, with the experience of Mulan, Disney has learned that there is “going to be a role for it strategically with [their] portfolio of offerings.” So, it looks like premier access could be returning as a strategy for some Disney films in the future. Will ALL big hits go to Premier Access first? It’s unclear, but possibly not. Chapek acknowledged that “part of the lifeblood of Disney+ is providing great content to the base-level subscribers.” Soul Concept Art | ©D23 He said that Disney thought it was a “nice gesture” to the Disney+ subscribers to provide Soul as part of the regular service during the holiday season. What big movies will be released on Disney+ as part of the service vs. on premier access is something we don’t know, but we will definitely be interested to hear more during Investor Day. NEW Movies and TV Shows Are On the Way Disney clearly intends to invest in its businesses and provide great content for its fans, but just how many new things are in the works? We got some more information yesterday. Chapek mentioned that Disney has been able to restart or complete production on the projects that got halted by the pandemic, and that they anticipate having 8 NEW projects “up and running by January.” We’re not sure what these new projects are, but we’re excited to hear that they’ll be moving forward. ©CinemaBlend | Marvel Chapek also said that, in terms of television shows, Disney now has “more than 100 live-action scripted and unscripted projects in active production with dozens more in various stages of pre- or post-production.” That’s a LOT of TV. Whether those are projects that are currently available on (or will eventually go to) cable or a direct-to-consumer service is unclear, but we are always on the lookout for the latest news. Click here to read more Disney entertainment news updates! Sports Are Important While Disney+ was mentioned a lot, Chapek didn’t forget about ESPN and sports in general. He noted that, if you look at the “most watched cable shows on TV this year, more than half have been live sports.” But, there are risks when it comes to sports. Basketball Chapek acknowledged that there are risks that games may be canceled or a season may not finish due to the pandemic. Also, there are no (or little) fans in the stadiums, and fans can’t really get together in large gatherings to watch the games. Still, he said Disney doesn’t have concerns about the long-term health of sports. MLS is Back Magnet He also pointed out that ESPN+ has reached more than 10 million paid subscribers, nearly tripling in size over the past year. So, Disney is definitely not discounting sports from their overall portfolio. Read more about the NBA’s time in Disney World here! Disney World is Getting Busy In case you missed it, this earnings conference made one thing pretty clear — Disney World is getting busy! Thanksgiving week capacity is close to 100% already and the parks are already booked at 77% for Q1 of the 2021 fiscal year (basically through the end of 2020). Magic Kingdom But that’s not all, Chapek acknowledged that Disney World has actually increased their capacity from 25% to 35% — so not only are things booked, but more people are able to go in general. Of course, things are subject to change in the future, but it is interesting to hear exactly at what capacity is operating right now considering we have seen some large crowds in certain parks and at certain times. Click here to read about the increase in capacity! Q1 of Fiscal 2021 May Not Be Too Great Q1 of Disney’s fiscal 2021 year started in early October and should end around early January. Christine McCarthy gave an idea of how things may be looking for the company during that time. Specifically, Disneyland is expected to remain closed throughout 2020, and Disneyland Paris is also closed. Disneyland Gate Disney also doesn’t have any significant theatrical releases planned for Q1 so they’re expecting a lower quarter in terms of results as compared to last year where the new Star Wars film and Frozen 2 were released around this time. Home entertainment, stage play, and consumer products are also all expected to be lower in terms of results or otherwise adversely impacted. Olaf’s Frozen Adventure Interestingly, McCarthy also said they “expect the Q1 operating results of our DTC businesses to decline by approximately $100 million relative to the prior-year quarter driven by continued investment in Disney+,” partially offset by some other matters. Still, Disney appears to be dedicated to investing in their DTC business regardless of whether that results in a decline in the quarter. Cruising Will Be Delayed But People Want to Sail In terms of cruising, the CDC recently released some new guidelines that companies must meet in order to sail again. Chapek noted that those guidelines are “quite thorough” and entail some “high hurdles” in terms of testing and the processes that have to happen to certify their first sailings. Chapek said that this will necessarily result in delays beyond what Disney had hoped in terms of getting its guests back onboard its ships. Disney Cruise But, make no mistake about it, Chapek has indicated that guests do want to cruise. He said that there’s an extremely strong demand for the back half of their 2021 fiscal year and all of their 2022 fiscal year in terms of bookings. So, even with the uncertainty of not knowing when cruising will start again or what it will look like when it does, it seems some guests are still looking forward to eventually sailing the seas. Click here to read more updates about Disney Cruise Line shared during yesterday’s earnings call! Disney Still Has a LOT of Cash, But Not as Much as Before Finally, we come to the last thing you may have missed — Disney still has a lot of cash, but not as much as before. We’ve talked about how much cash Disney has before and why, but yesterday we got an update on that. Christine McCarthy noted that while Disney had $23 billion in the prior quarter, as of the end of fiscal 2020, their “cash and cash equivalents are a very healthy $18 billion.” Tree of Life So, that is a reduction of about $5 billion from the last quarter. McCarthy gave some explanations about the reduction, saying they lowered some balances by almost $5 billion and took care of some bond maturities. Despite this reduction, McCarthy said Disney is “still generating operating cash” and investing in their content now, so they’re managing the situation. Animal Kingdom Tree of Life With continued park closures in Disneyland Resort and Disneyland Paris, continued delays in theatrical releases, and the pandemic still very much in effect, it appears Disney is continuing to hold onto its “healthy” amount of cash as much as possible to ensure they are in a good financial situation moving forward. We will continue to monitor this as we get more information in the upcoming quarters. Well, that’s our list of the top things you may have missed from yesterday’s call. We’re excited to see what BIG news is released on Investor Day and in the future, and we’ll continue to keep you updated on all of it! Click here to learn more about the Q4 earnings report and what was discussed during the earnings call! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Preorder Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What are you hoping to learn more about during Investor Day? Let us know in the comments! The post The BIGGEST Details You Missed from Disney's Q4 Earnings Call first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: News! Analyst Downgrades Disney’s Stock Rating Due To Leadership Changes 10 Ways The Current Crisis is Particularly BAD for The Walt Disney Company News! Disney Racks Up $5 Billion More In Credit View the full article

Choosing a unique souvenir is one of the best things about going on a Disney World vacation! Minnie Mouse’s Main Attraction Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Ears Perusing the gift shops for that special something can be loads of fun. You want to bring home the perfect souvenir that will remind you of your awesome trip to Disney World. However, it’s hard to make a solid choice when you’re faced with SO MANY Disney hats, t-shirts, keychains, fanny packs, mugs, and more! We’re narrowing down your choices with our top 10 Disney World souvenirs we don’t regret buying! Souvenir Mug People love their Disney mugs! They’re one of the least expensive souvenirs, functional, and with so many options, you can find one that matches your taste. Disney is pretty consistently coming out with new mugs so your choice will be a unique memento of the time you spent at the parks. Choose designs inspired by Tinker Bell, Stitch, or a cup inspired by your favorite Disney rides. We also love the Starbucks “You Are Here”mugs and tumblers that adorably illustrate each park at Disney World. Tower of Terror Color-Changing Mug You can never have too many Disney mugs! We still have some from our earliest visits to Disney World still in our frequently used coffee mug circulation! Plus, once you have a good collection going you can display them proudly in your kitchen or create your own mug wall! One of the best places to find a good selection of cups is World of Disney in Disney Springs! Check out the huge collection of Disney World’s ABC Mugs here! Refillable Resort Cup Speaking of Disney cups! We’re also big fans of the Refillable Resort Cups. For $14.99 you get unlimited refills of soda, tea, coffee, and other beverages during your resort stay. This is a great deal if you’re already planning on purchasing beverages every day, particularly at your Disney resort hotel. It’s a nice feeling to run down to your resort’s quick-service restaurant early in the morning to get a cup of “free” coffee or to pick up an evening soft drink after a long day in the parks! Mickey Mouse Refillable Resort Mug The resort cups come in a variety of designs, colors, and themes. After your visit, you get to take it home as a fun keepsake too! Just a note, due to the health mandates at Disney World, guests currently can’t refill their personal mug at the beverage stations. Refills are still free and the Cast Member will instead hand you a disposable cup that you can use to fill up your mug. Learn more about Disney World’s Refillable Cups here! Refillable Popcorn Buckets More refillable food souvenirs? Heck yes! This time it’s all about the Disney popcorn. FACT: popcorn tastes better at Disney World than anywhere else on earth (we’re pretty sure this has been scientifically proven ). If buttery, fresh-popped goodness is your jam, the best way to save on loads of popcorn is with the refillable popcorn buckets! Disney will release new popcorn buckets frequently and the designs are especially popular during the holidays. People go crazy for the newest Halloween buckets, Christmas buckets, and Star Wars buckets. Millennium Falcon Popcorn Bucket Once you purchase a bucket, you get $2 refills on popcorn throughout your stay. That’s just about the cheapest snack you can find at Disney World and totally worth it if you love popcorn! These are a solid buy if you’ve got a couple kids in your crew who tend to get the mid-day munchies. Since most buckets have a strap, toss it on your shoulder and you’ve got snacks at the ready! Much like the refillable mugs, Cast Members will hand you a disposable container full of popcorn so you can refill your bucket as needed. Ok, but what do you do with the bucket once you’re done? Collect them, display them during the holidays, or give it to a little kiddo in your life. They’re pretty sturdy souvenirs and can be used for other purposes after you’re vacation! Read more about refillable popcorn buckets in Disney World here! Scavenger Hunts Scavenger hunts are a fun way to explore the parks and discover parts of Disney World you might otherwise miss. The hunts allow you to slow down and discover the theme parks at a slower pace. One of the bigger hunts is Remy’s Hide and Squeak Challenge available during EPCOT’s International Food and Wine Festival. Hide and Squeak Scavenger Hunt and Prizes Guests pick up a map from Guest Relations then seek out all the Remy figures planted around EPCOT. The participation fee is $7.99 and once you’ve completed the map, you get a prize! This year’s prizes featured a variety of Food and Wine tumblers. You get to make some fun memories then take home an exclusive souvenir! Check out our experience with the Food and Wine Scavenger Hunt here! Lightsabers and Droids From scavenger hunts to droids, there is something for everyone at Disney World! Much like the Scavenger Hunts, purchasing a lightsaber or droid is more about the experience than the thing itself. Although, the sabers are pretty cool! Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge hosts two souvenir-building experiences that allow you to make a custom lightsaber or build your very own droid. Custom Droid Savi’s Workshop is a very popular immersive experience that takes you through the process of building a lightsaber. Ok, you’re not just building a lightsaber. You’re pulling kyber crystals, selecting parts while putting together your hilt, and activating it. All of this comes with a lot of cool lighting and atmosphere, of course! Once you’re done, you’ll take home your custom lightsaber and the memories of building it inside a real Star Wars land! Lightsabers at Savi’s Workshop! If you want to build a droid instead, you’ll get a similar, though slightly less immersive, experience. The droids even interact a little bit with the land in Galaxy’s Edge! Making both of these souvenirs even more tempting, Disney now sells separate droid and saber components to customize beyond your initial experience. This means you can swap out your droids head and bodyor revamp your saber hilt with new shapes and colors as often as you like! And if you’re worried about getting these larger sized souvenirs home on a plane, no worries — TSA will allow both droids and lightsabers to be brought on a plane with no issue! See our entire lightsaber building experience right here! PhotoPass or Memory Maker PhotoPass is a great way to capture special moments without whipping out your phone every five seconds. We’ve been there — you come home from a big vacation and realize you got LOADS of great family pictures…but you were taking them all and aren’t in ANY! You’ll spend less time trying to get the perfect shot of your family when you’ve got professional photographers around practically every corner! You also have the opportunity to get fun Magic Shots and photo ops when you purchase the PhotoPass packages. No Photoshop skills required! PLUS, you’ll get all your attraction pictures loaded directly into your account. You don’t want to forget your first ride on Expedition Everest, do you? “Capture Your Moment” Memory Maker In the past, you could ask a Cast Member to take your picture with your phone. As of right now, Cast Members are unable to touch your belongings so having a photographer take the group shots makes it worth it! We will say that PhotoPass is a little spendy and will add $169 to your vacation package. If you’re looking to get a LOT of pictures, this may help justify purchasing an Annual Pass for one person in your party. An Annual Pass includes PhotoPass services and will give you hefty discounts on room packages, merchandise, and food. Annual Passes are not currently on sale but consider pricing this option out in the future! Check out the new Memory Maker option in Disney World! Snacks and Sweets Souvenir snacks and sweets come in two forms at Disney World. There are the prepackaged kind and the freshly-made kind you devour in front of Cinderella Castle! Both make great souvenirs. Allow us to explain. The prepackaged kind consists of candies, pretzels, and cookies you buy from gift shops that can easily be stuffed into your suitcase. You can even find some fresh-made treats like Mickey Rice Krispy treats bagged up to take home in shops like the Main Street Confectionery. Once you’re back from vacation, you’ll be grateful you stowed away some Mickey Coconut Patties for a little magic-at-home! When the Disney Dining Plan is available again, you can use your leftover snack credits for most of the prepackaged snacks. Poison Candied Apple at Hollywood Studios While prepackaged goodies are great, we still recommend eating as many snacks as you can while you’re in Disney World ! There are so many cupcakes, cookies, and cheesy pretzels to be had! That’s where the second kind of snacks and sweets come into play! The kind of snacks that are so pretty you’ll need an Instagram pic before you dive in. Disney releases a lot of beautiful snacks that you won’t find at home. While you can’t take them home with you (well, you can, but your suitcase might get a little messy!), it’s fun to scroll through your gallery of snack photos later! Check out the 10 best snacks you can still find at Disney World here! Event and Dated Souvenirs A great way to remember your vacation is with commemorative merchandise. Disney releases exclusive merch during special events and holidays. They change the designs to make the souvenirs unique every year. Visiting for Halloween, Christmas, or a festival at EPCOT? There’s plenty of shirts, hats, cups, and more souvenirs that fit the themes! 2020 Merchandise You can also find plenty of merchandise with the year printed on it. The dated Minnie Mouse Ears are one of our favorite keepsakes. They’re distinctly Disney and a great reminder of your vacation. Can’t find anything you really love? You can get the date inscribed on certain items like Christmas ornaments to make your keepsake fully customized! Check out ALL the customizable souvenirs you can find at Disney World! Disney Art Disney is famous for revolutionary animation and art in their films. What better way to commemorate your trip than by taking home a piece of Disney artwork? The art ranges from pretty postcards to full prints and huge framed portraits. You can choose from art inspired by Disney films, characters, or attractions. It will add a little pixie dust to your home and make your day a little brighter! You can also have custom art created by Artists at Disney World! Pick up a handcrafted silhouette of your family, hand-painted parasol, or caricature to remember your trip! Magic Kingdom Parasols You can find beautiful art in gift shops around the theme parks. One of the best places to pick up some art is Disney’s Wonderful World of Memories and WonderGround Gallery in Disney Springs. Better yet, head to Disney World during the EPCOT International Festival of Arts and pick up a truly unique piece from a talented artist! Remember, you can always have packages shipped to your home if your art is too big for your luggage! P.S. One of our favorite fun (and super cheap) keepsakes that are totally an artform in their own right are pressed Disney pennies! They cost exactly one dollar and you can carry them as your Disney good luck charm! Learn more about EPCOT’s Festival of the Arts here! Mickey and Minnie Ears We can’t write a souvenir post without mentioning ears! Mickey and Minnie Mouse Ears are the ultimate iconic souvenirs from Disney World. Disney parks are possibly the only place you can wear ears without feeling totally awkward. (Although, we won’t judge if you decide to wear them to your local grocery store!) We never regret picking up a pair of ears from our trips because they’re cute, unique, and SO Disney! For some, it doesn’t feel like a Disney vacation without wearing a pair of special ears. Celestial Minnie Mouse Ears Plus, they come in so many variations and colors! You can collect a ton of different ears or choose one special pair to bring with you on every vacation. Many of the ears are only available for a limited time so if you see a pair you love, snatch them up! The most expansive ear collection you’ll find is often at World of Disney and Disney Springs! Check out one of our favorite pairs of Mickey Mouse Ears here! (Hint: They’re inspired by a Disney snack!) While Disney souvenirs are fun, the most important thing to bring home is the memories you created with your loved ones. Yes, we sound super-duper cheesy right now, but it’s totally the truth! There are plenty of trinkets to choose from but the things we remember most are experiencing a ride for the first time, meeting the characters, or watching a show. Of course, that doesn’t mean we won’t spend a few dollars on a Disney mug too! Check out our video of 30 Things We Don’t Regret Buying at Disney World here! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Preorder Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What’s your favorite Disney souvenir? Let us know in the comments! 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Here at DFB, we are always down for all the specialty drinks and snacks! Fa La La La Funnel Cake We’re working our way through the parks, resorts, and Disney Springs trying to get our hands on ALL the exclusive treats! Today, we tried the Jägerpunsch at B.B. Wolf’s Sausage Co. in Disney Springs! B.B. Wolf’s serves up specialty hot dogs and sausages, but today we quenched our thirst with one of their specialty beverages, the Jägerpunsch! BB Wolf’s This fruity drink features Malibu Coconut Rum, Jägermeister, pineapple juice, and grenadine! This combo comes together to form a bright orange color. Jagerpunsch Sign We weren’t sure what to expect from this one, but were pleasantly surprised! The Jägermeister taste isn’t very strong so the flavors that come through the most are pineapple and rum. This drink was meant to fit the “German” theme of B.B. Wolf’s along with the sausages and hot dogs, but didn’t really achieve that because the Jägermeister flavor was pretty weak! If rum is your go-to for mixed drinks, you might give this cocktail two thumbs-up! However, if you’re looking for a holiday drink while strolling around Disney Springs, we recommend checking out what else they have to offer! Overall, we enjoyed the flavor of this drink but didn’t think it lived up to its “Jager” inspired name. You can find it for $13 in the Disney Springs Marketplace! We’ll continue to be on the lookout for the latest specialty items and share our reviews, so stay tuned! Check out some of the holiday decorations at Disney Springs! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Preorder Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Does this cocktail sound like your cup of tea? Let us know in the comments! The post Review! Does the Jägerpunsch Cocktail at Disney Springs Live Up to Its Name? first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Review! Is the Sweet Potato Pie Bubble Waffle at Disney Springs a Holiday Must-Have? Review: NEW Holiday Offerings at Earl of Sandwich in Disney Parks First Look and Review! Sunshine Churros in Disney Springs! View the full article

Recently, we’ve noticed lots of additions and alterations to Disney’s park hours. Train Station With the holidays coming up, we’ve seen some extensions for the theme parks and Disney Springs. And now, Disney World has just released more hours for the last week of January! We now know the park hours for January 24th-30th! Hours seem to be the same hours for the previous weeks in January, with Magic Kingdom operating from 9AM-6PM. ©Disney EPCOT will be open from 11AM-7PM on January 24th-January 30th. ©Disney Disney’s Hollywood Studios will be operating from 10AM-7PM on January 24th-January 30th. ©Disney Disney’s Animal Kingdom will be welcoming guests from 9AM-5PM on January 24th-January 30th. ©Disney Everything seems to be pretty status quo, but we’ve learned that these hours are subject to change. Keep checking back with us for any changes and the latest news! Here’s how park capacity is changing at Disney World Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Preorder Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Do you have a Disney trip planned for 2021? Are you hoping to book one? Let us know in the comments! The post NEWS: Disney World Adds More Park Hours in January! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: NEWS! Revised Park Hours Posted for Disney World’s Planned Reopening! NEWS! More Disney World Theme Park Hours Released Into Early 2021 NEWS! Disney World Park Hours Will Be Shortened Beginning September 8th View the full article

Disney Springs is full of incredible shops and dining experiences. Raglan Road One of our favorite places to dine is over at Raglan Road, which is an authentic Irish Pub. This holiday season, the restaurant is offering some BIG deals that you won’t want to miss! Kicking off the savings this holiday season is the Black Friday deal! From November 27th (Black Friday) to November 29th, guests can save on merchandise in the Shop for Ireland gift shop located at the pub. All jewelry will be 25% off and select clothing, souvenirs, and gifts will be up to 70% off. Shop for Ireland Shirt Guests will have a variety of shopping options with the newest merchandise including “Merry Guinness Christmas” shirts, ornaments, a selection of face masks, and more! Shop for Ireland Mask Not only can you grab merch at a great discount, but you can score deals on food too! Raglan Road offers Disney Annual Passholders 10% off food and merchandise every Monday through Thursday. Raglan Road Store Reopening This holiday season, the restaurant will also be offering a Christmas dinner! The meal will be available from 11AM to closing on December 25th. The menu features butter and herb-roasted turkey, roast garlic mashed potatoes, duck fat roasties, honey-glazed carrots, bacon-braised Brussels sprouts, sausage and walnut stuffing, and red wine jus with cranberry sauce. Talk about an Irish holiday feast! © Raglan Road The meal is $28.95 and $14 for children ages 9 and younger. On Christmas Day, guests can also choose from the pub’s regular menu. The iconic live music and dance show will begin at 4:30PM and continue through the evening. © Raglan Road Cooke’s of Dublin, which is the Irish quick service location near the pub, will offer classic favorites like fish and chips, burgers, and savory pies from 11AM to midnight on December 25th. We are so thrilled to see how Raglan Road is celebrating the holidays! There are so many deals to choose from, plus an incredible looking Christmas feast! As we make our way through the holiday season, we will be sure to update you on the latest deals around Disney World. Here are ALL the deals for Disney World hotels right now Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Preorder Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Will you be visiting Raglan Road this holiday season? Let us know in the comments! The post Celebrate the Holidays with BIG Deals at Raglan Road in Disney Springs! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: REVIEW: The Great Irish Hooley Is A Flavorful Fest Over at Raglan Road in Disney Springs! PHOTO: Snoap Machines Are Being Installed in Disney Springs! PHOTOS: The Christmas Tree Stroll Has Kicked Off in Disney Springs! 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. Combine Disney, the holidays, and sparkly jewels, and we’re totally IN! Legends of Hollywood in Hollywood Studios We’ve recently seen some jolly BaubleBar jewelry at EPCOT with several festive Mickey-shaped earrings. And now, after spotting them in Hollywood Studios, we found that the newest holiday Pandora Charms are now online! The Mickey and Minnie Mouse Silver and Gold Pandora Charm Set can now be found on shopDisney! Add a little sparkle and shine to someone’s (or your own!) holiday with this set of three Pandora charms. Mickey and Minnie Mouse Silver and Gold Pandora Jewelry Charm Set ©shopDisney On the first charm, Mickey and Minnie share a smooch while skating. The second features a Fantasyland Castle on blue enamel. The third has a sweet little Mickey snowman, complete with blue enamel top hat! New Christmas Pandora Charms in Hollywood Studios Each charm features cubic zirconia detailing and a snowflake or “Tinsel Tidings” message on the reverse. The set can be purchased online for $225. New Christmas Pandora Charms in Hollywood Studios We’re still in LOVE with this silver and gold holiday set. These charms lend themselves to be worn all winter long! We will continue to keep you updated on the latest Disney jewelry we find in the parks and online! Find even more Disney holiday merch here! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Preorder Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Will you treat yourself or someone else to some Pandora bling this holiday season? Let us know in the comments! The post The Disney Holiday Pandora Charm Set Is Now Available Online! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: This NEW Pandora Collection Was Created By Disney’s Very Own Toy Designers! Bauble Bar (Which Has the CUTEST Accessories ) Is Coming to shopDisney Next Week! This NEW Pandora Charm Will Show off Your Disney “Happy Place” View the full article

For the past few years, Morimoto Asia at Disney Springs has hosted a super unique holiday experience that allows guests to sample a wide variety of local beers and Pan-Asian foods! Morimoto Asia We are delighted to announce the return of 12 Beers of Christmas Morimoto Asia! We have all the details about this adult-only event coming up in December! We have loved the variety of foods and beers available at this event in the past, and we are so excited that it’s coming back again this year! @Morimoto Asia The event takes place at Morimoto Asia in Disney Springs and is hosted by the one and only Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto. 12 Beers of Christmas features holiday-themed beers and gourmet pan-Asian light bites. Attendees will enjoy 12 specialty beers from local breweries all across Central Florida paired with Morimoto Asia’s famous pan-Asian cuisine from 12 food stations! Redlight Sama en Gris at 12 Beers of Christmas This year, 12 Beers will take place on Sunday, December 6th. There will be two seatings times to accommodate social distancing — the first seating is 11:30AM – 1:30PM, and the second seating is 2 – 4PM. Tickets this year are $75 per person (not including tax and gratuity). There is a limit of 100 tickets per seatings time, so if you are interested, make sure to get your tickets soon before they sell out! Okonomiyaki There are eight private booths available to reserve for $375 apiece. The reservation includes access to a dedicated server and Morimoto Asia themed souvenir gift bags. This could be a great option if you have a group of family or friends you want to attend the event with! Morimoto Asia This is an adults-only event, so guests must be 21 years or older to attend. While you’re at Disney Springs, you could also check out this year’s Christmas Tree Stroll! Click here to purchase your tickets for 12 Beers of Christmas! Read our FULL 12 Beers of Christmas review here! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Will you be snagging a ticket for 12 Beers of Christmas? Let us know in the comments! The post Morimoto Asia's 12 Beers of Christmas Event Is Returning to Disney Springs first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Chef Morimoto to Host the “12 Beers of Christmas” at Morimoto Asia in Disney Springs Review: 12 Beers of Christmas Event at Morimoto Asia in Disney Springs! WonderFall Flavors Kicks Off September 7th in Disney Springs! View the full article

Disney Springs has some AMAZING options for dessert, from holiday treats to galactic creations. Red Velvet Yule Log A great spot for sweet treats in Disney Springs is AristoCrepes, specializing in crepes and bubble-waffle creations. We had to get our hands on one of their new items! More dessert? Yes, please. We headed over to the Marketplace at Disney Springs to try out their new seasonally-flavored item, the Sweet Potato Pie Bubble Waffle! Aristocrepes This new item features vanilla ice cream, toasted marshmallow, candied pecans, caramel sauce, and cinnamon! All of these sweet toppings come on top of a sweet potato bubble waffle! Sweet Potato Pie Bubble Waffle We noticed that it was missing that actual sweet potato taste that you would associate with sweet potato pie, however this dish had a lot to offer! We really enjoyed the marshmallow topping which had a nice toasty flavor! (S’mores anyone?) Sweet Potato Pie Bubble Waffle Although it looked a little bit messy, it was still super yummy! We really thought the caramel and cinnamon added an extra bit of sweetness to the not overly sweet waffle. Sweet Potato Pie Bubble Waffle With Holiday Decor If you’re a big fan of the candied nuts that you can find in the parks, this may be for you! The candied pecans that top this treat tasted just like them! ©Disney We thought this was really delicious but also SUPER decadent and filling! If you’re visiting Disney Springs with another ice-cream lover, this could be a good snack to share. This item is part of the holiday offerings at Disney Springs this year and will be around until December 1st! This treat is currently priced at $8.99 and is available through December 1st! Run, don’t walk, over to Disney Springs if you’re excited to try this dessert! Check out the entertainment Disney Springs has to offer this holiday season! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Preorder Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Which seasonal dessert are you most excited to try? Let us know in the comments! The post Review! Is the Sweet Potato Pie Bubble Waffle at Disney Springs a Holiday Must-Have? first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: TONS of Holiday Treats Are Coming to Disney Springs! Check Them Out HERE! Going to Disney World?? You Need Our BEST Disney Dining Plan Snack Credit VALUES for 2020! Review! There’s a New JUMBO Rainbow Donut in Disney World! View the full article

It’s time to haul out the holly, because it’s Christmas season at Walt Disney World! Grand Floridian lobby We’ve seen decorations at all four of the theme parks and several resorts so far, including: Wilderness Lodge, the Grand Floridian, and Bay Lake Tower! Now we have three more resorts to add to that list: Disney’s Contemporary Resort, Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa, and Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort. We stopped by to check out their festive additions, and now we’ve got all the pics to share with you! Disney’s Contemporary Resort First up, we have Disney’s Contemporary Resort! The holiday fun starts before you even enter the hotel, with these beautiful garlands strung on the awning outside. Decorations at the Contemporary Even the signs got a festive makeover here, with green and gold foliage to spruce things up. Decorations at the Contemporary There were holiday wreaths hung on many of the walls to provide some extra detail. We really love the gold accents on this one! Decorations at the Contemporary One of our favorite details was this gingerbread model of the Contemporary! It’s even got a white chocolate monorail! Decorations at the Contemporary Upstairs at Contempo Cafe, you can buy the kit to make your own gingerbread model — the monorail is included! Decorations at the Contemporary How cute would this be on display in your kitchen or dining room?! Decorations at the Contemporary Getting back to the resort decorations, there was garland strung across the check-in area to make sure that guests get into the holiday spirit as soon as they arrive! Decorations at the Contemporary There were no gigantic trees at this resort, but we did spot a few regular-sized ones. Decorations at the Contemporary The detail on these is simply amazing! They match with the resort theming and look gorgeous while doing it! Decorations at the Contemporary We took a look at some of the ornaments up close — they’re absolutely stunning. Decorations at the Contemporary That was all we spotted at the Contemporary, but our Christmas journey doesn’t end there! Check Out Magic Kingdom’s Christmas Decorations HERE! Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa Next up, we have Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa! Decorations at Saratoga Springs The outdoor pillars leading to the lobby all have these very classy wreath-like hangings. They really set the tone for the decorations on the inside! Decorations at Saratoga Springs In here, we saw lots of reds and greens (very classic!), and LOTS of Christmas trees. Since they don’t have a big tree, they added several smaller ones around the main building. Decorations at Saratoga Springs The garland hanging above the check-in desk matched the trees perfectly. Decorations at Saratoga Springs Every corner seems to have some kind of decoration, they really went all out! Decorations at Saratoga Springs The ornaments on the trees really fit with the equestrian vibe of this resort. Many of them looked similar to this one! Decorations at Saratoga Springs There’s a glimpse of Christmas no matter where you go! Even in this quiet spot away from the main lobby. Decorations at Saratoga Springs Saratoga Springs definitely had a very classic holiday theme, which is very different than the vibe we got from the next resort! Click Here to See the Holiday Decorations in Animal Kingdom! Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort The other resort we checked out was Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort! The main building was decked out in lots of tropical holiday fun! Decorations at Caribbean Beach Their decorations feature vibrant colors and beautiful florals — exactly what you’d expect from the Caribbean. Decorations at Caribbean Beach The trees were decorated to match, with all kinds of foliage sticking out of the top! Decorations at Caribbean Beach We love the way that they match with the island color scheme of the resort. It all meshes very well! Decorations at Caribbean Beach Even the gift shop was donning its holiday best! There was a tree with the merchandise display and garland hanging from the ceiling. Decorations at Caribbean Beach Well there you have it! TONS more holiday decorations at the Walt Disney World Resort hotels! Each resort has its own unique theme, and they decorate for Christmas to match! We will continue to look out for the latest holiday decor around Disney World! Check Out the Christmas Decorations at Disney Springs HERE! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney World Fun This Holiday Season! The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2020 is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. Order The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2020 now! It includes over 400 pages of must-have information, including: A full What's New!! chapter for the 2020 Holiday Season A full Monthly Schedule of Events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World's busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And of course we'll tell you where to eat! ;-D Click HERE to Order your 2020 Guide now and get 20% off with code PEPPERMINT! As always, our e-Books are 100% guaranteed! If you don't love it, you get your money back! MORE Disney World Holiday INFO! ALL the Holiday Treats in Disney World This Year (With Reviews!) Disney World’s 2020 Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Has Been Canceled Photos! The Holiday Season Has Begun in Disney World! Disney World’s 2020 Candlelight Processional in EPCOT Has Been Canceled EPCOT’s Festival of the Holidays Is Returning to Disney World This November! Disney World Will Have NO Gingerbread Displays in Hotels This Holiday Season! Check Out Cinderella Castle's NEW Holiday Projections For the Holidays! Here’s ALL of the Christmas Entertainment Coming to Disney World This Year! Photos! Check Out This Year's Christmas Tree Stroll in Disney Springs! We Reviewed the New Minnie’s Holiday Dine at Hollywood & Vine in Disney’s Hollywood Studios What do you think of these new holiday decorations? Tell us in the comments! The post PHOTOS: Holiday Decorations Are Up at THREE More Disney World Resorts! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Did Somebody Say Hotel DISCOUNT?! We’re Looking at You, Disney World Annual Passholders! Here’s Your ULTIMATE Guide to All the 2019 Gingerbread Displays Coming to Disney World What’s New at Coronado Springs, Old Key West, and Saratoga Springs Resorts: Spicy Firecracker Shrimp and ADORABLE Disney Parks Watches! View the full article

There have been a lot of changes to report from Walt Disney World this week! Disney World entrance sign With construction updates, holiday decorations, and tons of new snacks and merch, we’ve had so much to share! Today, we’re taking a trip to Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge to find out what’s new since our last visit. Twende! (That means “let’s go”!) Animal Kingdom Lodge Food Updates Jambo House We’re still awaiting the day when some of our favorite restaurants reopen and we get to eat in Animal Kingdom Lodge’s Jambo House again. We really miss Boma and Jiko, and we hope they’re able to reopen soon! Jambo House lobby As soon as these restaurants reopen, we’ll be there to check them out! And, of course, we’ll make sure to share our thoughts and reviews with our DFB readers! Maji Pool Bar We also headed over to Maji Pool Bar in Kidani Village to see if there were any menu updates. Maji Pool Bar The menu here looks the same as our last visit — there are several entrees, snacks, and drinks to choose from! This is a great spot to grab a quick bite or hydrate when you’re spending the day lounging by the pool. Check Out Our Review of Jambo House’s Pool Bar Here! Animal Kingdom Lodge Construction Updates Christmas Decorations We’ve started to see holiday decorations pop up at many of the Disney Resorts over the past few days. It seems that Animal Kingdom Lodge isn’t quite there yet, as the lobbies were both lacking in festive decor. Jambo House lobby We’ll be on the lookout for a Christmas tree to arrive here, so stay tuned! Kidani Village We’ve seen A LOT of holiday decorations pop up recently, so hopefully this resort will be added to that list soon! Check Out the Christmas Decorations at Grand Floridian! Animal Kingdom Lodge Merchandise Updates Johari Treasures In Johari Treasures (Kidani Village’s gift shop), we found this Disney Vacation Club Christmas Ornament for $19.99. It matches the DVC Christmas shirt we already spotted in Disney World. DVC Christmas Ornament We also noticed this Animal Kingdom Lodge Holiday Pin! It has the year on the top and features characters from The Lion King. Animal Kingdom Lodge Christmas pin In addition to those, we spotted this Meme Pin Set that we previously found in EPCOT for $15.99. Disney’s really doing their best to capitalize on the trend with all this meme merchandise! Meme pins That’s all that was new in the gift shop, but there was still plenty more to see! Animal Kingdom Lodge Attraction Updates Kidani Village Savanna When visiting AKL, it’s nice to take the time to sit outside and watch the animals on the savanna. Kidani Village We didn’t see many creatures roaming around today, but the view from the Kidani Village balcony is still gorgeous! Animal Kingdom Lodge savanna This Resort is a great choice if you love the vibe of Disney’s Animal Kingdom park! Imagine waking up and having that view outside your window! Kidani Village Lobby In the Kidani Village lobby, we found a Cast Member out and about showing off a fruit bat skull! Fruit Bat Skull The Cast Member was there to answer questions and educate guests on fruit bats. It’s really cool to see the Cast Members doing fun activities like this — it’s a great opportunity to learn more about the animals that we see in the park and at the resort! Fruit Bat Skull And that’s a wrap on our day spent exploring Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge! We’ll keep checking back for those Christmas decorations to pop up — and we’ll report back to our awesome readers with any updates! Read What’s New in Magic Kingdom HERE! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Preorder Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Have you ever been to Animal Kingdom Lodge? Tell us in the comments! The post What's New at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge: Holiday Merch, A Bat Skull, and MORE! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: What’s New at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge and Fort Wilderness — Matching T-Shirts, Star Wars Merch, and MORE! What’s New at Coronado Springs, Old Key West, and Saratoga Springs Resorts: Spicy Firecracker Shrimp and ADORABLE Disney Parks Watches! What’s New At These Four Disney World Resort Hotels: Table Service Food To Go, Pumpkin Treats, and a Pop-Up Shop! 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 sure love cuddling up close to our favorite Disney characters! Especially as we get into the colder months! Plush Wall in World of Disney We definitely have a hard time turning down plush, and we’re in luck (but our wallets aren’t) because SO many plushes have been added to shopDisney! Disney has brought its characters to life in plush form. We’re ready to curl up in front of Disney+ with all these cuties! The Big Feet designs often make our furry friends somehow even MORE adorable! Get ready for the holidays with the Big Feet Sven Plush! ©shopDisney This fuzzy guy stands at 10″ tall and is priced at $26.99. Buy the Big Feet Sven Plush here Another friend in the Big Feet collection is the best buddy to hang around Montunui with, Pua! We’ve seen both Big Feet Sven and Pua in the parks last month! ©shopDisney This pink cutie looks really soft and cuddly! He costs $26.99. Click here to buy the Big Feet Pua Plush Play the role of Judy Hopps by hanging out with her sidekick with the Big Feet Nick Wilde Plush! He was spotted at the Wilderness Lodge Mercantile at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge last month. ©shopDisney This plush features Nick’s go-to outfit. The plush is $26.99. Buy the Big Feet Nick Wilde Plush here You can also give Nick someone to solve a case with the Big Feet Judy Hopps Plush! ©shopDisney Judy sure looks ready to fight some crime in her police uniform! This plush is priced at $26.99. Check out the Big Feet Judy Hopps Plush on shopDisney There are also some stylish designs featuring denim and velvet! Check out this Stitch plush sporting this fun fabric! We saw denim Stitch, Mickey, and Minnie earlier this year in the Magic Kingdom. ©shopDisney This Stitch looks like he’s ready to get into some trouble as always! This plush costs $29.99. Click here to buy the Stitch Denim Plush Here’s one of our favorites, Minnie Mouse, sporting some Americana-style denim, too! We saw her earlier this year in the Magic Kingdom! ©shopDisney Minnie looks so cute in this new look! This plush costs $29.99. Click here to buy the Minnie Mouse Denim Plush And obviously, there’s no Minnie without Mickey. Here he is matching his favorite girl! This plush has been seen in the Magic Kingdom, too! ©shopDisney Mickey stands at 13″ tall and looks ready to play! The plush is currently priced at 29.99. Buy the Mickey Mouse Denim Plush here We can’t forget our pals sporting some sophisticated velvet. Check out Pluto, looking as fancy…and blue (?!) as ever! We found earlier this year at the Emporium in the Magic Kingdom! ©shopDisney Pluto is sporting his collar, letting everyone know that “if found, please return to Mickey Mouse.” This plush costs $29.99. Click here to buy the Pluto Velvet Plush Minnie is taking a step-up from her normal fashionable self, sporting velvet too! Just look at her! Velvet Minnie has been spotted in the Emporium previously! ©shopDisney Minnie is obviously rocking these new colors! This plush is priced at $29.99. Click here to buy the Minnie Mouse Velvet Plush No surprise here, Mickey is looking super suave in his new velvety look! He was also found hanging out with Minnie and Pluto in the Magic Kingdom’s Emporium! ©shopDisney Mickey is totally color-coordinated in this look! This plush costs $29.99. Buy the Mickey Mouse Velvet Plush here! But wait! There’s STILL more! These plushes will make us feel nostalgic for our first Disney trips as kids and our favorite classic films. Take a look at the Minnie Mouse Crafted Plush. We saw this plush over the summer at the Emporium in the Magic Kingdom! ©shopDisney We love this embroidered look! This plush costs $22.99. Buy the Minnie Mouse Crafted Plush here This old-fashioned Mickey Mouse brings us back to the Steamboat Willie days! We’ve spotted this vintage Mickey in the Magic Kingdom! ©shopDisney This Mickey plush really stands out from the other classic Mickey Mouse plushes we’ve seen! It costs $22.99. Click here to buy the Mickey Mouse Crafted Plush Pluto’s got an old-fashioned spin, too! He looks so classic! We found him with Minnie and Mickey in the Emporium, too! ©shopDisney Pluto is ready to play fetch! This plush is 11″ and costs $22.99. Click here to buy the Pluto Crafted Plush There’s also a NEW Mickey Mouse that was featured in Disney’s Holiday Short ”From Our Family To Yours.” You can even see the stitching on Mickey’s ear from where Lola’s granddaughter sews him up. ©shopDisney This Mickey will bring a smile to our faces as he reminds us of the super adorable new Disney Short he stars in. This plush costs $26.99. Buy the Mickey Mouse Vintage Holiday Plush here And last but not least! We can’t forget one of the most adorable collections, the Disney Babies! Here’s Todd from Fox and the Hound. We spotted him last month at the Frontierland Trading Post in the Magic Kingdom. ©shopDisney Now we just need his pal Copper to complete the pair! This plush is priced at $32.99. Click here to buy Disney Babies Todd Plush If you’re a Moana fan, you’ll love her adorned with shells and flowers as a baby! ©shopDisney We totally love the way Moana is accessorized, even as a baby! The bow and flower in her hair are so cute. This plush costs $32.99. Buy the Disney Babies Moana Plush here WOW! That sure was a lot of plush! Thankfully, it’s just in time for the holidays and we’re super excited to add some of these to our list! Check back for updates on merchandise of all kinds! Check out these blankets to add to your Disney+ streaming supplies! 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 one of these plushes do you want to cuddle up with? Let us know in the comments! The post It's a Plush Party! 16 New Disney Plush Are Now Available Online! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Did You Know You Can Buy This ONLINE? Disney’s NEW Back-to-School Merch Makes Us Want to Go to Class! Sweet Dreams Are Made Of These NEW Disney Pajamas View the full article

When a new holiday drink shows up at Disney World, you can bet we’ll be there to try it! Marketplace Snacks in Downtown Disney There’s a slew of AMAZING holiday treats at Disney World right now, including a festive funnel cake, a yummy yule log, and MUCH more! And today, we tried the Jolly Holiday Float over in Disney Springs! This holiday-themed boozy treat from Marketplace Snacks is seriously YUM. And of course the name and colors of the float are giving us major Mary Poppins vibes! With vanilla soft serve, cranberry juice, and a shot of vodka, the Jolly Holiday Float is a vodka-cran cocktail TREAT! Jolly Holiday Float at Marketplace Snacks The cranberry and vanilla flavor combo is such a holiday classic. The sweetness of the vanilla is balanced out nicely by the tart, tangy cranberry flavor, and the vodka blends in very nicely. This float melts pretty quickly, as drinks tend to do, so you’ll need to drink quickly! Jolly Holiday Float at Disney Springs The Jolly Holiday Float is like a dessert with a side of cocktail goodness. We do wish there was a little less soft serve to make room for more cranberry juice and vodka! But we can’t really complain since soft serve and Dole Whip are the main attractions at Marketplace Snacks. Jolly Holiday Float Ingredients and Prices If you’re looking for a strong drink, this one might not be for you, but it’s just right for someone who wants a refreshing dessert with just a splash of booze! The Jolly Holiday Float costs $14.25 at Marketplace Snacks. You can also get the Jolly Holiday Float without the vodka for $5.99. Find out what to expect from the Disney Holiday Singalong coming to ABC! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney World Fun This Holiday Season! The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2020 is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. Order The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2020 now! It includes over 400 pages of must-have information, including: A full What's New!! chapter for the 2020 Holiday Season A full Monthly Schedule of Events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World's busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And of course we'll tell you where to eat! ;-D Click HERE to Order your 2020 Guide now and get 20% off with code PEPPERMINT! As always, our e-Books are 100% guaranteed! If you don't love it, you get your money back! MORE Disney World Holiday INFO! ALL the Holiday Treats in Disney World This Year (With Reviews!) Disney World’s 2020 Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Has Been Canceled Photos! The Holiday Season Has Begun in Disney World! Disney World’s 2020 Candlelight Processional in EPCOT Has Been Canceled EPCOT’s Festival of the Holidays Is Returning to Disney World This November! Disney World Will Have NO Gingerbread Displays in Hotels This Holiday Season! Check Out Cinderella Castle's NEW Holiday Projections For the Holidays! Here’s ALL of the Christmas Entertainment Coming to Disney World This Year! Photos! Check Out This Year's Christmas Tree Stroll in Disney Springs! We Reviewed the New Minnie’s Holiday Dine at Hollywood & Vine in Disney’s Hollywood Studios Have you tried the Jolly Holiday Float at Disney Springs? Tell us in the comments! The post REVIEW! It's a Jolly Holiday with This Boozy Float in Disney Springs first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: TONS of Holiday Treats Are Coming to Disney Springs! Check Them Out HERE! The Gingerbread Man Shake is Bakin’ and Shakin’ for the Holidays in Disney Springs! Review! The 411 On ALL The Christmas Tree Trail HOLIDAY EATS You Need At Disney Springs! View the full article

In case you haven’t noticed, we’re been spending more than a little time lately at The Polite Pig in Disney Springs. Polite Pig Chef’s Special and Bourbon Blueberry Smash And can you blame us? After all, they’ve been serving up all sorts of new sips, like a Root Beer Bourbon Cream Float and a Frozen Coffee Bourbon Cream. And now we’re back to try a few new menu items, including the Bourbon Blueberry Smash! This Bourbon Blueberry Smash is made with Bourbon and blueberry purée, garnished with a lime. We LOVED how the bourbon and blueberry paired together. You could taste the alcohol, but it wasn’t overpowering. Bourbon Blueberry Smash The blueberry purée was smooth, fresh, and tasty. This is a lot like a smoothie, although a little thinner, making us think it could have used a little more blended ice. It’s a great fruity drink, though, especially for $11. Blueberry Bourbon Smash We also noticed that there was a Chef’s Special on the menu, and of course, we had to try it! It was a smoked Herb Pork Tenderloin, pumpkin purée, grilled heirloom peppers and asparagus with maple soy cream. Don’t mind if we do! Polite Pig Chef’s Special This was WAY nicer than we would expect from a quick-service place, and it was also AMAZING. The entire meal worked really well together! The asparagus was cooked very well, but we did feel it needed more flavor, along with the peppers and pumpkin purée — it might have worked better if all those ingredients had a smoky flavor like the meat. Polite Pig Chef’s Special However, the meat was moist and seasoned well. The combination of the bourbon sauce and pumpkin purée just somehow worked perfectly with the pork, too. Polite Pig Chef’s Special The Chef’s Special is $20, and if you’re looking for a fast high-quality meal, then you should check it out! You can check out this restaurant over in Disney Springs. For now, we ever-so-politely say “Thank you very much,” from The Polite Pig! Check out some of the Holiday Happenings in Disney Springs here! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Preorder Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Would you like to try the new Bourbon Blueberry Smash? Please let us know with a comment! The post Review! The NEW Bourbon Blueberry Smash and Chef's Special in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: What’s New in Disney Springs! August 10, 2018 Move Over Pork Rinds — There’s a NEW Special Menu Item at The Polite Pig in Disney World! But Wait, There’s ANOTHER New Menu Item at The Polite Pig in Disney Springs! View the full article

If you’re headed to Disney World soon, you’re about to get a little more time to enjoy the holidays in the parks. Magic Kingdom Disney World has already extended hours for its parks for some dates in November, but we just noticed that Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, and Disney’s Animal Kingdom are getting an extra hour on select weekends in November AND December. For EPCOT, the hours have changed from 11AM to 9PM to 11AM to 10PM on the following dates: November 29th December 4th through 6th December 11th through 13th December 18th through 19th EPCOT Hours December 2020 Disney’s Animal Kingdom has also had its hours extended from 8AM to 6PM to 8AM to 7PM on the following dates: November 29th December 4th through 6th December 11th through 13th December 18th through 19th Animal Kingdom Hours December 2020 Finally, Magic Kingdom is also getting its hours extended from 9AM to 8PM to 9AM to 9PM for the following dates: November 29th December 4th through 6th December 11th through 13th December 18th through 19th Magic Kingdom Hours December 2020 Despite the changes at the other parks, though, Hollywood Studios is still operating on the same schedule. We’ll continue to keep an eye on all the calendars, though, and let you know if that changes. NEWS: Disney Springs EXTENDS Weekday Hours Through the Holiday Season Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don't Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! Preorder Your Copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining Today! With more than 750 pages, the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 30+ years of visits. We've done the research for you, so you'll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family's needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you'll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to order your copy of the 2021 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2021 to save 25% off the cover price today! Your order will include a FREE instant download of the 2020 Edition of the Guide! Use code WDW2021 at check-out for 25% off the cover price today! http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/ready-to-shop-button.png Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you visiting Disney World in December? Let us know in the comments! The post NEWS! Disney World Extends Hours for Select Weekends in November and December! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: News! Disney World Park Hours Announced for Early November! Your ULTIMATE Guide to the 2020 Halloween Season in Disney World! NEWS: Disney World Park Hours Are Now Available Through December 26th! View the full article

Do you have holiday shopping on the brain? It’s about that time of year! Disney Store! We’ve got our eyes on some seriously great Disney merchandise to grab for our loved ones (and ourselves) this holiday season. Now, YOU can get access to your local Disney Store before it opens to get some holiday shopping done! Now through December 25th, you can snag a ticket to shop early at your local Disney Store and have more time in your day to enjoy the holiday season! And yes, capacity limits and health and safety measures will apply to the early hours in-store. ©Disney Tickets for the early hours events are available for $1 for up to four people at a time. For each ticket sold, Disney will donate $1 to Toys for Tots! Magic of Disney at Orlando International Aiport As a note, any limited-edition, limited-release, and special edition products that are set to release the day of the reservation WILL NOT be available during the early hours events. You’ll have to visit during regular hours to pick them up! Magic of Disney in Orlando International Airport To see dates and times for the events and purchase tickets, visit your local store’s page on the shopDisney website! As always, stay tuned to DFB for the latest shopping news! Want a peek at some upcoming Disney merchandise? Take a look! 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 shopping at the Disney Store this holiday season? Tell us in the comments! The post Get Early Access to the Disney Store This Holiday Season for Just ! first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: Abracadabra! The Disney Wisdom Collection Is NEW and Blue in Disney Stores! Black Friday Deals on shopDisney Are Here! 13 NEW Disney Holiday Plushes Are Now Available Online! Let The Christmas Shopping Begin! View the full article

We love enjoying all the flavors of the holiday season! Chocolate Peppermint Creme Brulee And we’ve eaten so many amazing holiday snacks lately, including a poinsettia cake, the super-chocolatey Yuletide Wishes, a holiday yule log, and the Fa La La Funnel Cake. The holidays have definitely arrived in Disney World! One of the most quintessential holiday flavors has to be PEPPERMINT. From those iconic candy canes in Disneyland to all the peppermint snacks we’ve been nomming on, that minty freshness just makes us dream about winter. And we just found another peppermint treat at Disney World — Chocolate Peppermint Bark! Chocolate Peppermint Bark Peppermint Bark is such a classic holiday treat, so how could we resist?? This snack is made with dark chocolate, white chocolate, and peppermint extract. Chocolate Peppermint Bark This treat is VERY minty, and we’ll admit that we tasted more peppermint than chocolate, but that was totally okay with us since we like the flavor! It’s super sweet, too, so you might want to share — there’s a lot of bark in one bag! We also LOVED the fun crunch the candy cane sprinkles added! Chocolate Peppermint Bark If you’re a big fan of peppermint, we’d say this treat might just be your perfect match! We found the Chocolate Peppermint Bark at Contempo Cafe at Disney’s Contemporary Resort for $5.99. We’ll keep trying all the holiday treats we can find, so stay tuned for more goodies! Review! Mini Churros Get Another Holiday Makeover in Disney World Don't Miss Out on Any Disney World Fun This Holiday Season! The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2020 is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. Order The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2020 now! It includes over 400 pages of must-have information, including: A full What's New!! chapter for the 2020 Holiday Season A full Monthly Schedule of Events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World's busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And of course we'll tell you where to eat! ;-D Click HERE to Order your 2020 Guide now and get 20% off with code PEPPERMINT! As always, our e-Books are 100% guaranteed! If you don't love it, you get your money back! MORE Disney World Holiday INFO! ALL the Holiday Treats in Disney World This Year (With Reviews!) Disney World’s 2020 Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Has Been Canceled Photos! The Holiday Season Has Begun in Disney World! Disney World’s 2020 Candlelight Processional in EPCOT Has Been Canceled EPCOT’s Festival of the Holidays Is Returning to Disney World This November! Disney World Will Have NO Gingerbread Displays in Hotels This Holiday Season! Check Out Cinderella Castle's NEW Holiday Projections For the Holidays! Here’s ALL of the Christmas Entertainment Coming to Disney World This Year! Photos! Check Out This Year's Christmas Tree Stroll in Disney Springs! We Reviewed the New Minnie’s Holiday Dine at Hollywood & Vine in Disney’s Hollywood Studios Have you tried the Chocolate Peppermint Bark yet? Let us know in the comments! The post REVIEW: Is This the PERFECT Holiday Snack for Peppermint Lovers in Disney World? first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: These White Chocolate Figures in Disney World Are Too Cute to Eat! Review: New Bakery Items at Contemporary Resort’s Contempo Cafe (Did Somebody Say “Peanut Butter Pie”?) Food News! Even MORE Arendelle Aqua Treats Are Coming Soon to Disney World! View the full article

There’s a common theme in many of Disney’s movies, and that’s the concept of family. Safety ©Disney From the idea of “Ohana” in Lilo & Stitch to Elsa and Anna’s relationship in Frozen, Disney gets family. And although the upcoming Disney+ movie Safety is disguising itself as a sports movie, at its heart, it looks like it’s about brotherly love. Safety, which is based on a true story, tells the tale of Clemson University football player Ray McElrathbey (Jay Reeves) who is trying to live out his collegiate football dream through sheer persistence and dedication, while also having to raise and take care of his 11-year-old brother. Here’s the poster for the movie: Safety ©Disney Disney also released a trailer for the film, and even if you’re not into sports, this story is probably going to make you feel some things (and we’re still not even overseeing Clouds!). This truly looks so heartwarming! As you can see, this story is all about Ray’s love for his brother, as well as the sacrifices he makes for hisfamily. You can watch Safety on Disney+ on December 11th. We’re going to recommend tissues because we already know this is going to make us cry. We love all the original content that’s been dropping on Disney+ and now we can add this (along with Black Beauty) to our list of things we must watch on the service over the next few months! Holiday Shopping Just Got Easier With Disney+ Subscription Gift Cards! 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 watching Safety? Let us know in the comments! The post VIDEO: Watch the New Trailer for 'Safety' Coming to Disney+ first appeared on the disney food blog. Related posts: The ULTIMATE Guide to Every Disney Movie Coming Out in 2020 and 2021! Looking for ‘Soul’ Merch? Disney Just Released A Bunch Online! NEWS: Disney+ Partners With Globoplay to Bring Streaming Service to Brazil View the full article