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Love is in the air at Disney California Adventure, folks! Heart-Shaped Macaron Sandwich The birds were chirping and the bees were buzzin’ as we visited Clarabelle’s Hand-Scooped Ice Cream yesterday to sample their new Valentine’s Dipped Ice Cream Bar. And today, we’ve been lured us back to Clarabelle’s to tantalize our tastebuds with their Heart-Shaped Macaron Sandwich! Check out this little cutie Clarabelle’s is serving up in honor of V-day (which last we checked, is rapidly approaching!). It’s two lovely macaroon cookies sandwiched together with strawberry buttercream, strawberry compote, and coated with colorful heart-shaped sprinkles on its sides! Heart-Shaped Macaron Sandwich We loved how this adorable treat was served nice a cold!! It gave the buttercream a frozen-like consistency that we really enjoyed when taking a bite. The compote on the inside was nice and tart, which added a fun bit of flavor to the macaron. Heart-Shaped Macaron Sandwich For us, we felt the Heart-Shaped Macaron Sandwich was a nice, refreshing snack on a lovely day at the parks! Try it for yourself for $5.99! Check out the ADORABLE Valentine’s Day Dipped Ice Cream Bar here! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Check out more Disneyland Food Reviews Here!! Which Valentine’s Day treat are you hoping to enjoy on your next trip to Disneyland? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: This Adorable Ice Cream Bar Is the Perfect Way to Celebrate Valentine’s Day at Disneyland Resort! NEW! Orange Vanilla Coke and Honey-Mustard Chicken Wings Found in Disney California Adventure! And The Award Goes To…The NEW Asada Fries at Disney California Adventure! View the full article

It’s a tough choice: the classic combo of milk and cookies… Warm Chocolate Chip Cookies and Milk … or a CUPCAKE? Well, at The Artist’s Palette in Disney World’s Saratoga Springs Resort, you don’t have to choose, thanks to the Milk & Cookies Cupcake! Milk & Cookies Cupcake Get ready to dig in starting with the super soft chocolate chip cookie right on top. Milk & Cookies Cupcake It’s placed on a surprisingly light and airy vanilla bean frosting which isn’t overly sweet by any means, allowing the vanilla bean flavor to really come through. (Look closely, and you’ll notice hints of edible glitter, too.) Milk & Cookies Cupcake That cookie on top, though, isn’t the only cookie you’ll find in this treat. Milk & Cookies Cupcake The edible cookie dough filling tucked inside — dotted with chocolate bits — is seriously tasty, creamy, and even a little bit salty. It’s the perfect complement to the vanilla cake base! Simply put, the Milk & Cookies Cupcake is GOOD. Like, really good. The thing is, it took us a little while to try it, what with so much cupcake goodness like the Hidden Truth Cupcake and the Orange Bird Cupcake popping up in this Saratoga Springs counter service spot these days. Milk & Cookies Cupcake in Bakery Case But if that comforting combo of milk and cookies is what you crave, be sure to get your fix (for $5.99 or a Disney Dining Plan snack credit) with the Milk & Cookies Cupcake at The Artist’s Palette! Would you like to try the Milk & Cookies Cupcake? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: What’s New at Old Key West and Saratoga Springs Resorts: Updated Menus, New Merchandise, and New Events! Review and Photos: New Menu Items at Contempo Cafe in Disney World REVIEW!!! Mike & Sulley Cookie Butter at Disney World is SCARY GOOD! View the full article

With Muppet*Vision 3D closed and Miss Piggy missing from her fountain, it’s not easy to get that special brand of Muppets humor at Disney World right now. Muppet*Vision 3D Thankfully, some new Muppets merch has arrived at Hollywood Studios to brighten our day. This new line of apparel at Stage 1 Company Store includes three shirts of some of our favorite pals. Of course, Kermit has to get his own shirt. Anyone else have “Rainbow Connection” in their heads now? You can grab this shirt for $34.99. Kermit shirt This Animal shirt is challenging us, but we don’t know if we have the energy. We wish it came with the plush Animal, but the shirt itself is still really cool! You can pick this up for $36.99. Animal shirt There’s also a long-sleeve shirt featuring Kermit, Miss Piggy, Fozzie and some other members of the gang. If you want to nab this, it’ll cost you $39.99. Muppets long-sleeve shirt We also noticed on our way to Stage 1 that there was a small spot where guests could trade some pins with Cast Members. Muppets pop-up shop We can’t wait to celebrate the return of Muppet*Vision 3D on February 9th in our new threads. Read about the Muppet’s refurbishment here! What do you think of the new Muppets merch? Let us know down in the comments! Related posts: What’s New at Hollywood Studios! Black Spire Hot Chocolate; Roundup Rodeo BBQ Progress; and Your Disney Foodie Dream Merchandise! Have You Seen These Hidden Mandalorian Easter Eggs in Disney World Yet? Spotted! An ADORABLE Passholder-Exclusive Minnie MagicBand Has Arrived in Disney World! View the full article

Our lives have never been the same since the Disney parks debuted its new Ink & Paint Collection last week! It really shows off our true colors! Ink & Paint Minnie Ears at Disney World And while earlier we spotted the new Ink & Paint Minnie Ears at Disney World (um yeah, we totally had to have these in our lives!), Disneyland has been the epicenter of Ink & Paint activity! Now we’ve just seen even more Ink & Paint merch splash into Downtown Disney’s World of Disney — including one of our favorite pieces we’ve seen thus far! Hold on to your paint buckets, because it’s about to get REAL colorful up in here with all these new Ink & Paint styles! We spotted so many new looks today for your kiddos including these adorable new Ink & Paint Youth Leggings! Ink & Paint Youth Leggings Plus look at the little Ink & Paint patch they’ve got sewn onto them! Perfect for the young, budding artists in our lives! Ink & Paint Youth Leggings There’s even a sweet matching Ink & Paint Youth Shirt for $24.99 to complete the whole Ink & Paint-inspired look! Ink & Paint Youth Shirt This Ink & Paint Youth Dress for $34.99 has such a fun paint splatter print! Some of those drips are looking awfully Mickey-shaped to our well-trained eyes! Ink & Paint Youth Dress We also spotted this splotchy Ink & Paint Youth Hoodie for $39.99 to keep your future animator nice and warm! Ink & Paint Youth Hoodie Don’t worry, grown-ups! In addition to the Ink & Paint Spirit Jersey we’ve spotted earlier, there’s a new Ink & Paint Hoodie for $64.99! You can coordinate your entire family with Ink & Paint ensembles! Ink & Paint Hoodie Plus, we love how the Ink & Paint Hoodie has Sleeping Beauty Castle on its back! Consider us very charmed by this sweet little number! Ink & Paint Hoodie We also discovered this Ink & Paint Sweatshirt for $54.99 with little sketches of Disney characters all over it! This sweatshirt is a little more subdued than some of the other items in this collection, but we really like its simplicity! Ink & Paint Sweatshirt We’re totally obsessed with rocking Disney socks in our every day lives! It’s a fun way to dab a little Disney magic in otherwise borderline-dreary workwear. And now you can get your Disney socks by the dozen with this Ink & Paint 12 Days of Socks for $34.99! Ink & Paint 12 Days of Socks The set includes many styles of socks, so no matter the weather, you’re covered! Ink & Paint 12 Days of Socks Hauling around our Disney gear in this Ink & Paint Tote Bag for $39.99 is going to really help us take our park hopping to the next level! Ink & Paint Tote Bag And look at the back! We think we’re even more in love with this side! Ah, but Sorcerer Mickey is pretty adorable too! Ink & Paint Tote Bag We also spotted this Ink & Paint Drawstring Bag which was nice and lightweight! Ink & Paint Drawstring Bag And this new Ink & Paint Phone Case for $59.99 was just so fabulous! It’s an OtterBox, so you know your phone will be protected by this magical Mickey! Ink & Paint Phone Case We’re totally sizing up this new Ink & Paint Mickey Plush for $39.99! Ink & Paint Plush Mickey It comes with its own set of fabric markers and would be perfect for collecting your favorite Disney characters’ signatures instead of a traditional autograph book! Ink & Paint Plush Mickey And if all this Ink & Paint merch has you feeling crafty, check out the new Ink & Paint Model Kits for $24.99! Ink & Paint Model Kit Each kit includes all the wooden pieces you’ll need to build your own Disney character! Plus, once you’ve built your model, you get to paint it! Ink & Paint Model Kit We saw Pinnochio and Sorcerer Mickey Ink & Paint Model Kits! Ink & Paint Model Kit And also this Dumbo Model Kit! He’s such a cutey holding his magic feather! Ink & Paint Model Kit But we saved the best for last, folks! I mean, how could we not freak out when we saw this adorable Ink & Paint Pencil Case! Ink & Paint Pencil Case It costs $19.99 and it actually looks like paint is oozing out of its top! It would be perfect for carrying make-up, charging cables, earbuds, and other small things, so we’re definitely scooping this thing up! Ink & Paint Pencil Case We’ll keep our palettes at the ready just in case we spot any additional pieces of Ink & Paint merch! Check out MORE of the Ink & Paint Collection here! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Check out our Disneyland Food Reviews Here!! Which Ink & Paint item is your favorite? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: We Seriously NEED Every Piece of This NEW Classic Disney Animation Merchandise Line! This Retro Mousercise Collection Has Us Ready to Sweat to the Oldies at Disneyland! NEW! Check Out This Unique Take on a Spirit Jersey in Disneyland View the full article

Hey, guys, we’re trekking over to a few resorts today to give you another update from Disney World. Disney’s Riviera Resort There’s some new food and merchandise to check out at Animal Kingdom Lodge, Caribbean Beach, and the Riviera Resort, as well as a few refurbishments. Let’s get started! Animal Kingdom Lodge Food Update Uzima Springs Pool Bar Over by the pool, there’s a new drink that’s great for relaxing on a lawn-chair after a long day. The African Sunset is comprised of mango rum, African Starr rum, and a mixture of mango and strawberry purée, with a strawberry garnish to cap the whole thing off. African Sunset We thought it was pretty delicious and fruity. You can grab one yourself for $15. Click here to read our full review of the African Sunset! If many doesn’t tickle your fancy, they’re also servin’ up the Flamingo Mule and the Safari Mudslide. Menu Sign at Uzima Springs Pool Bar Animal Kingdom Lodge Construction Update It looks like there’s some paintwork happening to the exterior of the lodge outside of Jiko. Gotta love a fresh coat of paint! Refurbishment outside Jiko Animal Kingdom Lodge Merchandise Update Zawadi Marketplace The Mickey Mouse Club Mousketeer Hat cardholder has made its way over to Zawadi Marketplace. This is part of a larger collection that includes Star Wars, the Haunted Mansion, and even a Mickey Ice Cream Bar! You can grab this cardholder for $14.99. Mouseketeer Hat cardholder Check out MORE of these fun cardholders here! The Ink and Paint series pen has also arrived at the lodge. This is part of a vintage collection that was originally spotted in Disneyland. If you want to add this to your set of writing tools, it will cost you $32.99. Ink and Paint pen Check out the entire Ink & Paint collection here! We found these two puffy animal print key-chains that you can take on the go. One has more of a spotted design, similar to a cheetah. Spotted animal print key-chain We hope this other one is based on zebra stripes instead of a skunk! Striped animal print key-chain Both of these key-chains are $9.99. Caribbean Beach Food Update Centertown Market Grab & Go Yesterday, we did a review on the new Cinderella Cheesecake at the Centertown Market Grab & Go that they have for the 70th anniversary of the film’s release. Cinderella Cheesecake This interesting sweet treat looks like it’s ready for a ball. You can try it for yourself for $5.49. Click here to read our full review of the Cinderella Cheesecake! Caribbean Beach Construction Update Fuentes Del Morrow Pool The Big Slide at Fuentes Del Morrow pool will be closed until tomorrow, February 5th. Big Slide closed Caribbean Beach Merchandise Update Calypso Trading Post At the Calypso Trading Post, they now have the Rainbow Minnie t-shirt. This thing has been popping up everywhere! Rainbow Minnie shirt We also found two coffee mugs that are new to us. They feature Minnie Mouse and Tinker Bell, both in color and black and white. Minnie mug The designs that are colored in have this embossed texture that creates a cool 3D effect. Both of these mugs cost $14.99. Tinker Bell mug Riviera Resort Food Update Vivoli il Gelato Cart If you’re a fan of Vivoli il Gelato at Disney Springs, there’s a resort-exclusive flavor that you can find at their cart at the Riviera Resort. Feast your eyes on the Blue Magic! Blue Magic Gelato That blue goodness is cotton-candy flavored! You can get a mini scoop for $5.50, a single scoop for $6.50, and a double scoop for $7.50. You can also add sprinkles on top for an extra dollar. Click here to see what we thought of the Blue Magic! That’s going to wrap up this look at what’s new at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge, Caribbean Beach, and Riviera Resorts. Check back soon to what’s new for your visit! When’s your next visit to Walt Disney World? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: Did Somebody Say Hotel DISCOUNT?! We’re Looking at You, Disney World Annual Passholders! What’s New at Disney’s Caribbean Beach and Coronado Springs Resorts: Construction, Cupcakes, and MORE! Review: Dinner at Animal Kingdom Lodge’s Jiko View the full article

“I’m Going to Disney World!” For years, the Super Bowl hero has shouted this iconic phrase after a hard-fought Super Bowl victory. But this year includes a new twist: 10-year-old wish kid Nathaniel became the first Make-A-Wish kid ever to join Super Bowl MVP Patrick Mahomes on the victory tour to Walt Disney World Resort. Nathaniel witnessed Super Bowl LIV live at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami on Sunday along with 18 other deserving kids from Make-A-Wish, thanks to the NFL’s largest Super Bowl wish granting act yet. With prime seats on the 50-yard line, it seemed the experience couldn’t get any more magical… until the MVP Ceremony. During the MVP Ceremony, Nathaniel and the other 18 Make-A-Wish children, whose wishes were to attend the Super Bowl, were invited to extend their magical experiences by joining the celebration at Walt Disney World. Disney also announced a donation of $1,000,000 to Make-A-Wish in honor of Patrick Mahomes, as part of Disney’s commitment to deliver comfort and inspiration to children facing serious illnesses. Nathaniel got the chance to join the MVP in a parade down Main Street, U.S.A. in Magic Kingdom Park. He also experienced the newest attraction at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance, met popular Disney characters, and spent time talking with his hero, Patrick Mahomes. You can watch Nathaniel and the wish kids’ experience at this super celebration here: For 40 years, Disney has been providing magic to wish kids and their families when they need it most, and this Super Bowl surprise is the beginning of a year-long celebration of Make-A-Wish and Disney’s relationship that began with the first official wish in Make-A-Wish history. Since 1980, Disney has helped Make-A-Wish grant more than 140,000 wishes around the world. Be sure to stay tuned throughout the year as we continue to celebrate 40 years of wish granting with Make-A-Wish. View the full article

Magical music is in the spotlight! Get swept away by the songs you love. Sit back and enjoy the beloved show-stopping numbers from legendary Disney musicals. Every two weeks, we’ll welcome different pairs of Disney stage stars to the Disney on Broadway Concert Series, to perform some of the songs they helped make famous—plus other sensational tunes. Performances are at 5:30 p.m., 6:45 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. daily until February 24, 2020. “Nothing has ever brought me more joy than the time I have spent working on a play or a musical—or a piece of entertainment of any kind,” said Thomas Schumacher, who recently celebrated his 30th year with The Walt Disney Company, and is producer and president of Disney Theatrical Productions. There was a time, though, only 25 years ago, when Disney and Broadway did not exist together. Disney stage shows were performed in arenas, inside the Disney Parks, or as one-off “spectaculars” in famous venues such as Radio City Music Hall. The 1994 opening of “Beauty and the Beast” changed that, and in its own way also changed Broadway. “It’s been 25 years since “Beauty and the Beast” opened on Broadway,” Tom says, “we obviously weren’t the first people to do a family musical. Certain generations would say, ‘Oh, the first musical I saw was “The King and I” or “The Sound of Music” or “Annie.” “Beauty and the Beast” brought a very different audience than what people were expecting on Broadway. It was both a ‘date night’ show and a family show.” In the intervening quarter-century, the Broadway stage has seen a series of popular and acclaimed Disney productions of “The Lion King,” “Mary Poppins” (a co-production with Cameron Mackintosh), “Newsies,” “Aladdin,” and many more; which have transformed the way audiences experience these beloved stories—and theatergoing in general. Thomas Schumacher, producer and president of Disney Theatrical Productions. © Disney“Frozen,” which was nominated for a 2018 Tony Award for Best Musical, began its North American Tour at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre on December 4. Tom recalls, “Frozen was crazy, because I had nothing to do with the movie. My friends at animation said, ‘You should see this.’ So at midnight, we screened it in a Disney screening room while I was working on Aladdin in Toronto. I was so captivated, immediately I saw that it was a stage musical. That’s really because of the way [composers] Bobby [Lopez] and Kristen [Anderson-Lopez] shaped the music. I literally from the theater called California and said, ‘When do we start?’” “Frozen” and other Disney Theatrical productions tour the world, bringing live entertainment events to a global annual audience of more than 20 million people in more than 50 countries—and have brought countless millions the joy of theatre. The Disney on Broadway Concert Series offers daily performances are at 5:30 p.m., 6:45 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. until February 24, 2020. © DisneyTom takes a special joy in further expanding this theatrical reach by bringing Disney on Broadway and its ever-increasing family of stage stars to the Epcot International Festival of the Arts each season. “The Epcot audience is a sort of microcosm of our worldwide audience,’ Tom says. “A variety of ages and backgrounds coming together from all over the place, in a space and a style that is uniquely ‘Disney’—but at the heart of it all, it this universal and human experience of Theatre. “’Theatre’ is a big concept,” Tom says, “It is magic, it is drama, it is music. It is dance, it is beauty, it is heartbreak. It is a place where nothing is real and yet to me, it has always meant a place where everything is possible. And absolutely real. Real in my heart.” This lifelong love of theatre led Tom in 2007 to write the classic Disney Editions book How Does the Show Go On? An Introduction to the Theater, which has just been reissued in a completely revised and updated Third Edition. “I’ve kind of done everything in the theatre in one way or another, and wanted to write about it. I wanted to write the book that I wanted as a kid. When I was young there wasn’t really any kind of accessible ‘primer’ on the fundamentals of theatre. So with my friend Jeff Kurtti, I wrote one.” An innovative “augmented reality” feature is a part of the education and entertainment contained in this remarkable book. © DisneyThis edition includes never-before-seen photos and personal stories from the making of Disney’s latest hit Broadway musical, and the addition of hit shows such as “Newsies” and “Aladdin,” but it also features an incredible new “augmented reality” component. “By scanning a code found sprinkled throughout the book,” Tom explains, “you can use the free Disney Scan app and open fun, related video content right on your mobile device. It’s enabled us to explain and enhance and deepen the information in the book and the celebration of the too-often-invisible people who are all part of making these richly collaborative works. “And my favorite part of my job is really the period of creation. In our business—different from other parts of the entertainment industry—we get to be together. If you make a movie, you’re separated into your process. But we’re all in the room together. That to me is so thrilling. It’s the people. “It is a business, it is a hobby, it is a place to go to work, a place to play with your friends, a place to learn about yourself, and a place to learn about others. It is my hope that within the pages of How Does the Show Go On? fellow theatre-lovers, young and old, will find something they didn’t know, something they didn’t know they didn’t know, and something that they’ll want to know more about.” View the full article

There are SO MANY exciting changes happening around the Walt Disney World resort! Spaceship Earth Between new attractions (hello- Rise of the Resistance!), Epcot’s amazing transformation, and new resort openings, it can be hard to keep up with the latest and greatest restaurants to hit the Disney world scene. Have no fear! We got your back. A lot has happened in the past year you may have overlooked! We’re taking a look at 8 newish Walt Disney World Restaurants that we think should DEFINITELY be on your radar. Without further ado and in no particular order, let’s DIG IN (literally — our forks are ready!). Jaleo Jaleo at Disney Springs is a welcome table service addition to the West Side brought to you by James Beard award-winning celebrity chef José Andrés. This authentic Spanish restaurant serves on up traditional fare on their extensive tapas menu that features paella as well as hand-picked wines. With such a large menu, there’s truly something for every taste bud. Jaleo Some of our favorites? Their hand-carved, 48-month cured Jamon Iberico and the Croquetas de Pollo (the presentation is super fun, too!). Of course, you can wash all this back with one of their signature sangrias. Croquetas de Pollo at Jaleo If you’re looking for a unique dining experience outside of the parks, head down to Disney Springs and give this location a try. No time to sit down and eat? You can also swing around the corner to visit José Andrés’ quick service location, Pepe, to pick up a variety of tasty sandwiches and even a few favorites from over at Jaleo like those mega yummy Croquetas de Pollo! Check out even more of the tasty food at Jaleo by clicking HERE! Enchanted Rose Bar and Lounge While technically a lounge, The Enchanted Rose Bar and Lounge is a Beauty and the Beast-themed foodie destination at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa. Located on the resort’s 2nd floor in the main lobby, they are serving up a limited menu that features some substantial and delicious options. Snack on Crab & Gnochetti Gratin, Short Rib Sliders, or Truffle French Fries while basking in an elegant Baroque-influenced atmosphere (There are also some subtle Beauty and the Beast details scattered throughout the location!). Crab Gnocchetti Gratin The lounge also features an inspired cocktail menu that includes a few tableside service options. Drinks and a show? We are always down for that! Drink Mixing Cart Many of the mixed drinks feature fresh notes like citrus, herbs, or florals, which we loved. Some of our favorite sips were the Lavender Fog, with its floral addition of Crème de Violette, and the Garden Daisy, with a strong flavor of fresh cucumber. Garden Daisy While the lounge opens daily at 1:00 PM, please be aware that food service doesn’t begin until 5:00 PM. We were majorly impressed by the quality of the food and drinks here, and the upscale yet chill vibe of the lounge provides a welcome respite after a long day in the parks! Check out our review of the FULL menu at Enchanted Rose here! Toledo — Tapas, Steak, & Seafood We have seen some major (and exciting!) upgrades in the past year at Disney’s Coronado Springs, including the opening of the lavish new tower, Gran Destino. Perhaps the highlight of this new tower is Toledo — Tapas, Steak, & Seafood, a rooftop Spanish-inspired restaurant with gorgeous views of Epcot and Disney’s Hollywood Studios via floor-to-ceiling windows. Toledo Dining Room The menu is reflective of various regions of Spain and includes tapas, steak, and seafood entrees, as well as hand-crafted beverages. They also proudly feature an extensive wine list that is prominently on display in the restaurant with over 80% of its vintages from Spain. Visitors can dine on bites like Savory Churros, Heirloom Tomatoes or their gorgeous Manhatten Filet. Savory Churros The notably upscale vibe of the restaurant combined with those killer views made for a relaxing dining experience. Everything we tried was beautifully presented and created with quality, fresh ingredients. We welcome the opportunity to return to this location! Click here for our review of Toledo! Takumi-Tei Our next stop on the list is a truly unique new fine dining experience at the Japan Pavilion at Epcot. Takumi-Tei may be quite the investment (both time and money) but it is oh so worth it. This elevated experience offers a main menu in addition to an Omakase tasting menu (Priced at $130 per person). Takumi-Tei Entrance Way Beverages include traditional Japanese Beers, Wines, and Sakes as well as specialty cocktails. If you’re feeling adventurous, we recommend the Sakurajima which arrives in an oh so trendy glass smoke box. Are you feeling zen yet? Takumi-Tei Smoke Box You can dine on delicious Japanese A5 Wagyu strip steak and incredibly fresh sushi in a gorgeous space that feels far removed from a theme park. Takumi-Tei also offers an Omakase tasting menu, which is a fun way to leave it up to the Chef as they prepare you dishes from a prix-fixed menu. Part of the Omakase Menu at Takumi-Tei Looking for an even fancier experience?! You can book the Chef’s Table in the Water Room. This is a private dining experience in a gorgeous setting for up to 8 guests with a carefully curated menu. Takumi-Tei Water Room We do want to note that while we received phenomenal service and outstanding dishes, this is a true EXPERIENCE and should be treated as such. There is a dress code (no casual shorts are permitted, men must wear a collared shirt, no flip flops, tank tops, or hats are allowed!) and this experience will take some TIME! Be sure to budget time for this multi-hour dining experience if you’re interested! Check out our full review of Takumi-Tei by clicking here! Three Bridges Bar & Grill There’s another exciting new addition to the original section at Disney’s Coronado Springs. Three Bridges Bar & Grill is an over-the-water dining spot at Villa del Lago. This open-air restaurant is offering up plenty of space with bar, table, and lounge-style seating available. Three Bridges Bar & Grill The relaxed setting offers up a lounge-style menu that includes Sangria, Specialty Cocktails, Wine, and a limited, yet impressive food menu. With a menu that is broken down between Sharables and Sandwiches/Salads/Entrees, our highlights include the Fried Shrimp Corn Dogs and Harissa Lamb Chop. Not what you’d expect from typical bar food, right? Fried Shrimp Corn Dogs They also feature a dessert menu which includes their irresistible Warm Churros. Not at ALL like those of the same name found in the theme parks, these beauties are traditional Spanish style and super light. Warm Churros We just recently found their ah-mazing secret menu Street Corn Dip. It’s worth a trip out of your way to Coronado Springs for this dip alone. It’s THAT good! Mexican Street Corn Dip Grab a Sangria Flight and sit back to enjoy the calm water views. And that corn dip. Seriously…get the corn dip! Click here to read more about the secret menu dip at Three Rivers Bar and Grill! Ronto Roasters Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disney’s Hollywood Studios has become a new favorite for unique food and beverage options. Our trips to Batuu are never complete without a stop at Ronto Roasters. The force is strong at this quick-service spot offering up some seriously delicious (and addictive) bites. Ronto Roasters The smells of freshly grilled meats lure in visitors from around Black Spire Outpost. In addition to specialty beverages and a breakfast menu, the main draw here is the handheld delight that is the Ronto Wrap. This handheld wrap is a crazy explosion of flavor! It features roasted pork, grilled pork sausage, peppercorn sauce, and tangy slaw, all wrapped up in a delicious and fluffy pita wrap. Ronto Wrap Since first opening, they’ve added a few other wrap options to the menu as well! Now guests can choose from the standard Ronto Wrap, the Chicken Ronto Wrap with lots of fresh veggies inside, and a plant-based Ronto-less Garden Wrap. Chicken Ronto Wrap If you eat one thing in Galaxy’s Edge, we hope it’s a tasty wrap from Ronto Roasters! Check out our review of the seriously tasty Ronto Wrap here! Topolino’s Terrace — Flavors of the Riviera We’re loving the newest restaurant to open in Disney World. Topolino’s sits atop the just-opened Riviera Resort, boasting panoramic views of the surrounding area, as well as stellar food. Topolino’s Rooftop Outdoor Terrace Topolino’s is a one-credit character breakfast in the mornings with the CUTEST characters we’ve seen in a long time! You can visit with Mickey, Minnie, Donald, and Daisy in their finest Rennaisance inspired attire! Topolino’s Terrace Breakfast a la Art Characters Guests can choose from entrees like the gorgeous Quiche Gruyere served with a fresh salad, the Spiced Sausage Hash, or the decadent Croissant au Jambon (which is a wonderful excuse for a hefty serving of creamy Bechamel sauce and cheese!). Guests are also served complimentary pastries in the most adorable way possible. Breakfast a la Art Pastries For dinner, we were seriously blown away by how phenomenal their fresh pastas were when we tried them all. The entrees at Topolino’s are substantial and everything was incredibly well prepared and fresh. Meat eaters enjoyed the Tomahawk Veal Chop when we tried it, and seafood lovers equally enjoyed the Bouillabaisse. Bouillabaisse We can not stress enough how much we enjoyed not just the food but the overall experience and service at Topolino’s for dinner. This is one spot we’re quite eager to return to! Check out our full review of Topolino’s Terrace dinner here! Cookie Dough and Everything Sweet Food Truck Food trucks seem to be all the rage these days so it’s of no surprise that the food truck park is quite popular over in Disney Springs. Keeping with the trend, last year saw the arrival of a Cookie Dough and Everything Sweet Food Truck! This sweet treat haven on four wheels can be found on the West Side and features a menu of edible Cookie Dough (of course!) available in a cup or cone, and other delectable desserts. Cookie Dough and Everything Sweet Food Truck Favorites include the Celebration Parfait that includes layers of Celebration Cookie Dough and Celebration Mickey Cake, vanilla custard, strawberries, sprinkles, whipped cream, and a cherry. LOOK at that thing! So much sweet in a cup! Celebration Parfait They are also serving up fun cookie dough ‘tacos’ as well, like the super Instagrammable Springs Candy Taco. Springs Candy Taco Head on down to Disney Springs for a total sugar rush at this fun and colorful food truck! Check out our full review of the Everything Sweet Food Truck HERE! Oga’s Cantina While not technically a restaurant, we couldn’t make this list and not include the incredibly immersive Oga’s Cantina at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. Located in Disney’s Hollywood Studios, the local watering hole of Black Spire Outpost features otherworldly concoctions and a VERY limited food menu. Oga’s Cantina The drinks here are weird in the best way possible. Sure, they have beer and wine available (Brace yourself for blue wine. ‘Cause you’re in spaaaace!), but the mixed drinks are the star of the show. Otherworldly mixed drinks here are all premixed and most are on the sweeter side. Expect the unexpected in the drinks here! Some are shimmery, puff out smoke, or, in the case of the Fuzzy Tauntaun, will make your mouth go NUMB (but just for a few seconds!). Rainbow of Drinks at the Cantina As for the bar grub, the breakfast menu features Rising Moons Overnight Oats and the Mustafarian Cinnamon Roll. For the rest of the day, you can pick up an order of Batuu Bits or their once-secret menu Charcuterie Board, but honestly, both of these options didn’t blow us away. Original Secret Menu Charcuterie Board at Oga’s Keep in mind that we HIGHLY recommend snagging an Advance Dining Reservation for this spot. It’s quite popular and often can’t accommodate walk-up guests. They often won’t even let you in to take a peek around without a reservation! If you want a peek in Oga’s, you can book a reservation 180 days out. Check out our full review of the drinks at Oga’s HERE! With so many new locations recently opening and even more to come, it can be VERY easy to overlook some great new-ish locations around Disney world! Pretty soon, you’ll have even more spots to add to your must-eat list with the upcoming openings of spots like Space 220 and Regal Eagle Craft Drafts and Barbecue in Epcot! We’ll be here to share all the newest restaurant info with you so you don’t miss anything! Learn more about all the newest restaurant additions to Disney World here! What has been your favorite recent dining addition to Walt Disney World? Let us know! Related posts: 2019 Disney Restaurant ULTIMATE GUIDE: What You Need To Know About EVERY Restaurant Opening In Disney World and Disneyland in 2019! The ULTIMATE GUIDE to Disney’s NEW and Newly Announced Restaurants! Tips From the DFB Guide: Do I Need Advance Dining Reservations During the Epcot Food and Wine Festival? View the full article

A little while ago we thought we spotted the cutest new line of Mickey apparel at Sunset Boutique in Hollywood Studios! New Mickey Denim Collection But today it appears they hadn’t finished releasing the new collection yet! Check out the new items we just spotted this afternoon to go with those Mickey Denim Shorts and Overalls we hope you’ve already nabbed! This black and white Mickey Top for $39.99 is just the cutest! We love all the different faces of Mickey it has all over it! Some are giggling, some are smiling, and some remind us of our expressions when we see how long the line for Starbucks is! Mickey Top But this striped Mickey Shirt for $36.99 is right up our alley! We can totally rock some stripes even though we’re more accustomed to rocking the dots in honor of our g-friend, Minnie! Mickey Shirt See the new 2020 Rock the Dot Collection here! And we also spotted these new Mickey Denim Jeans for $44.99! They have a stretchy waistband, perfect for if you accidentally overindulge in one-too-many Premium Mickey Ice Cream Bars! Mickey Jeans See the other Mickey items (including the Mickey Denim Shorts and Overalls) HERE! Plus just like the Mickey Denim Shorts and Overalls, these jeans also have little Mickey designs all over them! Adorable AND expandable? We’re calling these guys our new favorite vacation pants fo’ sho! Mickey Jeans We spotted these new Mickey items at Legends of Hollywood today, but look for them throughout the rest of the Disney parks! And if you’re looking for some great accessories to complete your new Mickey Denim ensembles, check out our story about Rustic Cuff, a new pop-up that just opened in Disney Springs HERE! Are you excited about this new line of Mickey apparel? Let us know if you’re a fan of the collection in the comments below! Related posts: We NEED These NEW Mickey Denim Shorts and Overalls From Disney World in Our Life! Haunted Mansion Adult Onesie and Disney Holiday Snacks Flannel PJs Spotted in Disney World?!? Sign Us UP! This NEW Mermaid Tail Cup in Disney World is Positively the Bubbles! View the full article

Hey, everybody! It’s time for another roundup of What’s New at Magic Kingdom! Super Bowl Celebration We’re here on Main Street, U.S.A. before all sorts of villainous characters return to take over the joint this Friday! That’s right, DFB fiends, Disney Villains After Hours is coming back! Luckily for us, there are no baddies in sight at the moment, though! Such a relief! And while we didn’t run into any Disney villainy yet, we did spot the MVP of Super Bowl LIV, Patrick Mahomes! He was at the Magic Kingdom yesterday celebrating his big Super Bowl victory! GO CHIEFS!!! Patrick Mahomes at Yesterday’s Super Bowl Parade Check out how the Super Bowl celebration went down at Magic Kingdom yesterday HERE! Food Update at Magic Kingdom Aloha Isle Holy smokes, you guys! We knew what a hit Disney World had on its hands with the Kakamora Float when we first laid eyes on it at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party! It was love at first bite! And while we were equally ecstatic to get our hands on this party-exclusive well AFTER the holidays had ended at Disney World during normal park hours, it seems a lot of other folks have been to! Kakamora Float Read our review of the Kakamora Float HERE! Until now, the only way to enjoy the coconutty soft-serve goodness of the Kakamora Float was to wait in line, but that was so yesterday! Now, you can now mobile order your Kakamora Float from Aloha Isle! But be warned — the line for mobile order can sometimes be as long as the regular line, so be on the lookout! Mobile Order Line for Aloha Isle Read all about Kakamora being added to Mobile Order here! Big Top Souvenirs and Big Top Treats Not much is has been happening under the Big Top these days! For reasons unknown, the Storybook Circus Big Top has once again closed its doors until further notice. Big Top Closure Read more about Big Top’s sudden unscheduled closure here! We’ll keep an eye on Big Top Souvenirs and Big Top Treats and let you know once it’s open again! Until then, you can find many of the same goodies and merch at the Emporium and Main Street Confectionery! Multiple Locations Guess who’s back? The Red Mickey Balloon Popcorn Bucket has returned to the Magic Kingdom! We saw it at several popcorn carts throughout the Magic Kingdom yesterday! Welcome back, old friend! Red Mickey Balloon Popcorn Bucket Find out more about the Red Mickey Balloon Popcorn Bucket! A Cast Member we spoke with told us these and the Mickey and Minnie Balloon Popcorn Buckets have a tendency to vanish and reappear, so if you don’t see them right away, check back! And speaking of disappearances, the Celebration Mickey Donut is STILL M.I.A.! We don’t have a good feeling about this favorite snack of ours being gone for so long, but we’re holding out hope it will magically reappear (fingers crossed!). Come back, Celebration Donut… PLEASE!!! Read more about the Celebration Donut vanishing from Magic Kingdom HERE! Construction Update at Magic Kingdom Next, we’re swinging by TRON: Lightcycle Power Run to check out how it’s progressing. While previously we’ve seen the exterior track completed, more walls are now going up on the show building! TRON Construction Since its structure is being enclosed, this new attraction is looking a little more complete every day! But there’s still a lot of work to be done before TRON: Lightcycle Power Run opens sometime in 2021! TRON Construction Read more about TRON: Lightcyle Power Run HERE! Merchandise Update at Magic Kingdom And now it’s time to talk about all the new gear we’ve been eyeballing at the Magic Kingdom’s gift shops! And while we’ll have to wait until Friday to score our Disney Villains After Hours swag, here’s what you can get your hands on right this sec! Uptown Jewelers We couldn’t keep our paws off this adorable Lady and the Tramp Necklace for $125! We highly approve of fashion statement pieces like this one — especially when they involve Disney pooches and spaghetti! Lady and the Tramp Necklace Star Traders Originally we spotted the new Ink & Paint Collection at Disneyland, but now we’ve begun to see it trickling into Disney World — including this adorable Ink & Paint Magnet Set for $24.99! Ink & Paint Magnet Set See the rest of the Ink & Paint merchandise we’ve spotted so far HERE! But while we’ve already seen many of the new Ink & Paint items, yesterday was our first brush with the new Ink & Paint Minnie Ears! You better believe these totally made the trip home with us! We’re highly susceptible to cuteness, and these things were off-the-charts adorable! Grab yours from Star Traders today for $29.99! Ink & Paint Minnie Ears Find out more details about the Ink & Paint Minnie Ears HERE! And while many folks have already moved on to Arendelle Aqua and Belle of the Ball Bronze, the bond is still strong between us and our Briar Rose Gold Minnie Ears! If you’re still a fan of the classic color fad, we think you’ll get a kick out of this new Rose Gold Mickey Phone Case for $34.99! Rose Gold Mickey Phone Case And we’re ALL ABOUT this new Walt Disney World Fanny Pack we just discovered for $24.99! We love to keep our hands free while park hopping — you know, so we can hold onto hot dogs, Dole Whips, and Mickey pretzels! And nothing helps you achieve vacation goals quite as effectively as a bum bag! Walt Disney World Fanny Pack Especially one that’s so stylish and roomy as this one! Walt Disney World Fanny Pack Plus, we love the retro-inspired graphic of the castle with a rainbow! It reminds us of something we owned in the 80s! Walt Disney World Fanny Pack Emporium For the doggos, we scoped out this new-to-us Monsters, Inc. Dog Collar for $17.99! Monsters, Inc. Dog Collar We love how the design features both Mike and Sulley — perfect for our little furry beasts back at home! We sure hope they’re staying out of trouble (but we highly doubt it!). Monsters, Inc. Dog Collar And to us, this new Mickey Hat gives us total Mario vibes…it’s probably the giant M on the front. Mickey Hat But it’s definitely a Mickey Hat — he’s hanging out on the back! You can pick this guy up for $27.99! Mickey Hat And while we’ve been loving the new Redd Minnie Ears and Loungefly Bags that have come out recently, today we spotted these adorable Pirates of the Caribbean Socks for $14.99 featuring the ginger lady pirate herself! Pirates of the Caribbean Socks Well, one of the socks, at least! These are those funky-style mismatched socks, so each one is a different design! Pirates of the Caribbean Socks The other sock in the set is the lovable dog from the classic Disney attraction holding the key in his mouth! Over here, boy! Just a little closer! Pirates of the Caribbean Socks Well, friends, that’s it for this installment of What’s New at Magic Kingdom — until next time! We’ll be back soon with more food, construction, and merchandise updates for you! Until then, make sure you’ve signed up to receive our DFB newsletter where we share all the latest Disney news with you! How long until your next visit to Disney World? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: What’s New at Magic Kingdom — Valentine’s Day Treats, Lunar New Year Plushes, and SPACE Everything! What’s New at Magic Kingdom — PIZZA ROLLS, Strawberry Vanilla Ice Cream, the BEST Little Mermaid Mug Yet, and MORE! We Tried 58 Holiday Treats in Disney World and These Are Our MUST-HAVES! View the full article

Disneyland is throwing quite a few late-night parties this year. These Disneyland After Dark events are a great way to ride your favorite rides with little to no wait. They’re also a great place to scope out some pretty unique snacks and drinks. ©Disney If you’ve been wanting to experience what an after-hours event is like we know how you can score some FREE tix. If you’re a resident of Los Angeles or Orange County in California, you can head over to The Woody Show’s official Instagram to enter in a sweet giveaway. Woody will be giving away a 4 pack of tickets to the Woody Show After Hours Even Takeover! All you have to do to enter is follow the show on Insta, tag three other people, and then have them do the same thing. The Woody Show After Hours Takeover If you don’t live in the area, you can still go to The Woody Show’s website to enter the giveaway. The winner will be sent on a 3 day 2 night Disneyland vacation and will have the opportunity to attend a special after-hours event at Disney’s California Adventure on March 19th. Disney’s California Adventure If you want these tickets, you should act fast because the giveaway ends on February 9th. Click here to read about the next Disneyland After Dark event! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Have you been to any of the Disneyland After Dark events? Let us know what you thought down in the comments! Related posts: Welcome Back! Soarin’ Over California Returns to Disney California Adventure for a Limited Time! NEW! Oogie Boogie Sipper Gambles Its Way Into Disneyland Resort REVIEW!!! We’re PUMPED About the Pumpkin Spice Shake at Flo’s V8 Cafe in Disneyland Resort! View the full article

We’re getting so close to the opening of Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. While we wish Disney would let us in already, March 4th is just around the corner! ©Disney We’ve been keeping up with the posters from the Mickey Mouse shorts Disney has been revealing get us pumped for the attraction. And now huge progress has been made overnight, as the official sign (which we took a look at earlier) for the attraction has finally been installed. While we were all asleep, dreaming of finally riding the attraction, Disney installed the sign over the doors of the Chinese Theater. So, let’s take a closer look at this brand NEW marquee! Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway sign The sign reminds us of old Hollywood, which is sweet because it kinda gives us a bit of a Great Movie Ride feel (we miss you GMR!!). There is a lot of fun and intricate detailing up top, which should make for a stunning sight when the sign is lit up! Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway sign And as you can see, Mickey and Minnie’s hands should wave back and forth once the sign comes to life at night! The two are also rocking their classic fits as seen in the Mickey Mouse Shorts. Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway Sign The new sign makes us eager to pop into one of these Mickey Mouse Shorts ourselves as we assist Mickey, Minnie, and the gang on a wild cartoon adventure. Click here to learn everything you NEED to know about Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway! And it’s also important to not that if you’re planning on making the trip out for the grand opening, Disney recently changed the Hollywood Studios park hours for March. We’ll be there, ready to hop into the vibrant world of a Mickey Mouse cartoon. Are you excited for the opening of Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway? Let us know down in the comments! Related posts: NEWS! Disney World’s Docking Bay 7 Removes “Star Wars” Names From Several Menu Items! What’s New in Disney’s Hollywood Studios: Public Water Works, Hot Cocoa, and Baby Yoda? News! Rise of the Resistance Is Breaking Down! Here’s HOW Disney’s Handling It! View the full article

We’re officially into February, the most romantic time of the year! Though everyone immediately thinks of Valentine’s Day, I love to use the whole month to show all my friends and family how much I love and appreciate them. When it comes to gift-giving, I’ve always enjoyed the act of giving rather than receiving. Some of my favorite Valentine’s Day memories growing up were decorating Valentine boxes and writing Valentines for everyone in my class. (I always spent so much time hand-picking the perfect design for each friend.) My love for those little cards still exists today and I still enjoy gifting small treasures—sometimes the smallest act of giving someone an unexpected gift, or even a handwritten card can really brighten their day. No matter who’s near and dear to you, Disney Springs has the ultimate selection of gifts, dining, and experiences that’ll surprise and delight your someone special. I’ve curated a gift guide with limited-time happenings below to help you find the perfect gift this year: Something Shiny ALEX AND ANI – Receive a free gift when you spend $68 or more through Feb. 14 while supplies last. Ever After Jewelry Co. & Accessories – Shop the ultimate collection of pixie dust-studded Disney jewelry, handbags, and accessories. PANDORA Jewelry – Surprise someone special with a Disney PANDORA bracelet with new additions like the sweet Lady and the Tramp charm. From Feb. 6-10, receive a free “Entwined Love” charm with your purchase of $125 or more. (No substitutions. Limit 3 per person.) Rustic Cuff – Shop our newest pop-up store and discover a line of colorful accessories that will inspire your valentine to be their best self. UNOde50 – Discover the new Perfect Match Collection and take home an exclusive charm with your purchase over $140 while supplies last. Gifts With Love francesca’s – Fall in love with new styles for Galentine’s Day with your girls including tops, rompers, dresses, jewelry and more. Lovepop – Join the “heart” side of the force with Star Wars-inspired and classic pop-up Valentines cards. Sugarboo and Co. – Give your Valentine the gift of dreamy home decor and accessories. World of Disney store – From the sparkly new red Minnie Mouse ears and Loungefly backpack to adorable plush and chocolates, you’ll find everything you need for the ultimate Disney fan. For more Disney gift ideas, check out this gift guide filled with Disney Valentine’s Day Merchandise. Pamper Basin – Shower someone you love with limited-edition body sugar scrub soufflé, bath bombs, and Mickey Mouse heart soap. Kiehl’s Since 1851 – Personalize your skincare routine with a complimentary gift with any qualifying purchase Feb. 7-14 while supplies last. Origins – Enjoy two days of zen on Feb. 6-7 with a complimentary mini facial and a free jade roller with a purchase of their #1 face serum Plantscription. Delicious Dining & Sweets Enzo’s Hideaway – Stuffed Baked Maine Lobster for two and a chocolate torta is on the limited-time menu at this intimate, 1920s speakeasy tunnel bar. Maria & Enzo’s Ristorante – Carnevale as set the stage at Maria & Enzo’s with a fun restaurant overlay, live entertainment and limited-time dishes. Jaleo by José Andrés – Enjoy the Truffle Festival with a limited-time menu featuring exquisite Spanish black truffles and sommelier-selected wine pairings. The Edison – Lavish your loved one with dinner and live entertainment including the “Be Mine” cocktail and a chocolate ganache tart for dessert. Wine Bar George – Treat yourself and your valentine with a delicious limited-time meal featuring Filet Mignon with Butter Poached King Crab or Winter Black Truffles paired with the perfect glass of wine available Feb. 14-15. Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill – Indulge your palate with the best of Wolfgang’s signature dishes and ultimate desserts like the new “Cinn”ful Sundae with sticky Cinnabon, candied pecans, cream cheese frosting, cinnamon gelato. Disney’s Candy Cauldron & Goofy’s Candy Co. – From rose cake pops to decadent strawberries, you’re bound to find the perfect sweet treat for your valentines and yourself. Erin McKenna’s Bakery NYC – Discover gluten-free and vegan sweets to shower your loved ones. Vivoli il Gelato – Sip on the Fanta Strawberry Shake made with vanilla gelato, Fanta Strawberry soda and topped with whipped cream. Reservations are strongly recommended at our table service restaurants. You can make one here or via OpenTable. Your favorite sweet spots, Amorette’s Patisserie, The Ganachery, and the Cookie Dough and Everything Sweet Food Truck are serving up limited-time desserts as well starting Feb. 9. Keep an eye out for a future foodie guide blog from fellow author Alex Dunlap. Play Together Aerophile Balloon Ride – Float high above Disney Springs in the world’s largest helium balloon with breathtaking, 360-degree views of Walt Disney World Resort. NBA Experience – Up for some friendly competition? Enjoy a little one-on-one time with the family or your valentine and test your skills. Check out the NBA Store nearby for new arrivals including NBA All-Star Weekend merchandise. (Buy tickets here.) The VOID: Step Beyond Reality – Immerse yourself in mind-blowing stories and discover the amazing worlds of Star Wars and Wreck-It-Ralph on a virtual-reality walkthrough adventure. (Buy tickets here.) Vintage Amphicar Rides- Cruise Lake Buena Vista aboard a stylish 1960s Amphicar with terrific views of Disney Springs. Do you have a special memory or gift from Disney Springs that you still treasure? I’d love to know in the comments below. Happy Valentine’s Day! View the full article

Helping children and families facing serious illness dates back to when Walt Disney himself joined animators and characters at children’s hospitals to bring patients a little more comfort and joy. Sharing the magic of Disney with children continues today as part of Disney’s philanthropic and outreach commitment to dedicate resources that deliver comfort and inspiration to children and families. Through this five-year, $100 million investment, transformations to the patient experience will take place in children’s hospitals around the world. And I am thrilled to share that in Central Florida, these transformations will soon expand and make an impact in three local hospitals including AdventHealth for Children, Arnold Palmer Children’s Hospital and Nemours Children’s Hospital. Areas within these children’s hospitals will be reimagined with interactive play spaces, whimsical murals and comfort corridors that bring our beloved characters and treasured Disney stories to life, all while providing positive distractions to ease the stress of a hospital stay. There is so much that goes into these transformations, so let’s take a behind the scenes look into what it takes to bring them to life. Using the powerful combination of our much-loved characters, innovation and legendary creativity, teams across Disney, including Walt Disney Imagineers, worked with patient care experts to create these healing experiences that are distinctly “Disney” and designed to inspire young patients and families. The patient care experts’ medical insights have been invaluable in helping our talented Imagineers to bring the stories and characters of Disney to life through mesmerizing and interactive technology. Hear more from the team in the video below! Disney has a long history of caring for children, which includes granting nearly 10,000 wishes annually through the Make-A-Wish Foundation and sending care packages to children’s hospitals. “We are thrilled that this important initiative is expanding to three of our local children’s hospitals right here in Central Florida,” said Rena Langley, senior vice president of communications and public affairs at Walt Disney World Resort. Beyond the experts behind the magic of this company commitment, there’s already been an overwhelming response from the three Central Florida children’s hospitals that will soon receive transformed spaces. The anticipation and joy for this program to arrive is incredible, and each hospital’s response reminds me that we are impacting so many lives in tremendous ways. View the full article

Who’s ready to check out City Works Eatery & Pour House? WE SURE ARE! City Works Construction And while earlier we had high hopes this new ultimate sports bar coming soon to West Disney Springs would be open in time to watch the Super Bowl, it wasn’t meant to be! But that’s alright because just today we’ve received confirmation on when City Works will be opening! We’ve been monitoring the construction of City Works for quite a while now and Disney’s most recent timeframe for the restaurant’s grand opening was estimated for January 2020. Buuut, as you can see we’re now well on our way into February and still no City Works! City Works Construction Check out the City Works menu HERE! We were starting to think it might be a while before we would be feasting on City Works’ burgers and fries and sipping on its wide selection of American craft beers! But just as soon as our visions of pretzel bites and fried cheese curds began slipping away, they were restored to their full glory when City Works informed us that the ribbon-cutting ceremony for is scheduled for February 6th at 3 PM! Beer Wall at City Works As far as we know, City Works should be open to the public on February 6th and everyone should be able to go in and eat. But, while the ribbon-cutting ceremony and grand opening have been announced, Advanced Dining Reservations have yet to be released. We will keep ya updated on when you can snag your table at this new spot as soon as we hear word that reservations are available, so keep your eyes peeled. Check out the Disney Springs City Works menu here! Are you excited to check out City Works when it opens? Let us know if you’ll be going in the comments below! Related posts: What’s New in Disney World’s Disney Springs: March 29, 2018 Gluten- and Dairy-Free Fish and Chips at Raglan Road and Cookes of Dublin in Disney Springs Menu Preview and Food Photos: Is This What We Can Expect At City Works, Coming Soon to Disney Springs? View the full article

Introducing a New Palette of Visual Arts Programs to Disney Youth Education Series View the full article

I scream, you scream, we all scream for…gelato?! Gelato Sundae from Vivoli il Gelato Guests visiting Disney’s Riviera Resort don’t have to travel to Disney Springs to get a taste of one of Italy’s finest desserts! Vivoli il Gelato has set up an adorable gelato cart on wheels! This rolling dessert haven is just like the one we’ve spotted in Town Center at Disney Springs! Gelato Cart While the menu isn’t quite as extensive as that of its bigger sibling, they are offering up a resort-exclusive flavor — the Blue Magic. Gelato Cart Menu This bright blue gelato is Cotton Candy Flavored. YUM! Blue Magic While we did think it tasted more like caramel (weird!!) than cotton candy, it was still super yummy. Priced at $6.50 per scoop, we enjoyed this treat while walking around the gorgeous grounds of Disney’s newest resort. Blue Magic You can also purchase the mini for $5.50, a large cup for $7.50, and add sprinkles for $1.00 extra just like you can at other Vivoli il Gelato locations. We really thought this was a nice fun pick-me-up after a long day of park or resort hopping! Read all about Disney’s NEWEST resort here! Have you had gelato from Vivoli il Gelato? Let us know! Related posts: REVIEW: Bless Our Poor Unfortunate Souls! The Ursula Cupcake Surfaces in Disney World! Review! Let’s Do Breakfast AND Lunch at Disney’s Riviera Resort’s Primo Piatto! OMG! There’s Now A Sundae In Disney World That Is Topped With An ENTIRE STICKY BUN! View the full article

We got to hand it to the Disney villains — they somehow make being bad look sooo good! Villains After Hours ©Disney And while we’ve already shown you a sneak peek of some of the eats and drinks you’ll find lurking at the 2020 Disney Villains After Hours parties (which kick off this Friday!), here’s a preview of some of the party-exclusive merch that’ll help you accentuate your bad side! While we’ll have to wait until Friday for the villains to make their evil presence know at the Magic Kingdom, Disney’s just unleashed its most recent looks for this year’s Disney Villains After Hours parties! We gotta say, there are some pretty wicked styles to choose from including a Hades Pocket Tee and a Ladies Tank Top amongst other party-exclusive apparel! ©Disney Villains After Hours Merchandise There’s also a new Villains After Hours Shirt including one of our favorite bad guys, Mr. Oogie Boogie! Kiddos will also be able to show off their diabolical fashion sense with Youth Villains After Hours Shirts of their own! ©Disney Villains After Hours Merchandise There will also be a bunch of fiendish accessories and home decor including a Poison Apple Votive Holder, Maleficent Phone Case, Maleficent Light-Up Wings, and more — some of which we’ve previously seen in the parks! ©Disney Villains After Hours Merchandise Find out more about the Maleficent Wings HERE! Speaking of familiar faces, this Oogie Boogie Sipper sure looks familiar to us! While we haven’t seen him gambling his way around Disney World yet, he was one of our favorite souvenirs from Disney California Adventure’s Oogie Boogie Bash! It looks like he’ll be joining the After Hours party this year and we’ll be welcoming him with open arms! ©Disney Villains After Hours Merchandise Read more about the Oogie Boogie Sipper HERE! You’ll find the Villains After Hours merchandise available at the Emporium, Star Traders and Fantasy Faire once the parties start! And we’ll be reporting live from the very first Disney Villains After Hours party this Friday, so be sure to tune in as we eat and review EVERY new evil food and drink item! Get all the Villains After Hours details here! Are you planning on attending any of the 2020 Disney Villains After Hours parties? Tell us if you’re going in the comments below! Related posts: Disney Villains After Hours is Returning — With EVEN MORE Evil Stuff! Ticket Discounts on Disney Theme Parks, Water Parks, and Special Events! See How Much You Can SAVE! We Caught the Gingerbread Man! There’s a NEW Kit at Disney’s Magic Kingdom! View the full article

Hey, everyone, we’ve got another update for you today from the Walt Disney World Resort! We’re heading over to check on what’s happening at Disney’s Pop Century and All-Star Resorts. All-Star Music It looks like there’s some construction, food, and merch updates to get through, so let’s dive in. All-Star Music Resort Food Update Intermission Food Court At Intermission Food Court, we found a couple of cute cupcakes that we hadn’t seen before. One is a Mulan Cherry Blossom Cupcake for $5.99. The detail on the flowers looks amazing and yummy, too! Cherry Blossom Cupcake Read our FULL Mulan Cupcake review here!! For the love in your life, you can grab this Hot Cocoa Valentine’s Cupcake for $5.49. This is the same as the Hot Cocoa Cupcake we saw over the holidays, just with an added ‘Kiss Me’ Valentine’s Day heart! Hot Cocoa Valentine’s Cupcake Check out our full Hot Cocoa Cupcake review here! Singing Spirits A new alcoholic beverage that’s being served for the entire month of February that has boba balls in it? Sign us up! The Sweet Triumph from Singing Spirits includes Meiomi Rose Wine with strawberry mix and passion fruit boba balls. Sweet Triumph at Singing Spirits Overall, the drink was refreshing and fruity. You can get your hands on one for $16. Click here to read our full review of the Sweet Triumph! All-Star Music Resort Construction Update Walls have gone up around the right-hand section of the check-in desk in the lobby. Check-in desk construction All-Star Movies Resort Food Update World Premiere Food Court We discovered a cupcake inspired by the nervous little mouse, Gus, from Cinderella while walking around the resort. The Greedy Gus Gus Cupcake is a chocolate cake stuffed with marshmallow cream filling and topped with chocolate buttercream frosting. Greedy Gus Gus Cupcake You can also find this cupcake at the other All-Star Resorts as well. Click here to read our review of the Gus Gus Cupcake! All-Star Movies Resort Merchandise Update Donald’s Double Feature We found this new Minnie Bow Holographic Choker that you can wear for your next red carpet event. You’ll be ready for your close-up with this shiny bling on. If you want to grab this, it’s $19.99 right now. Minnie Bow Holographic Choker Pop Century Construction Update Hippy Dippy Pool The Hippy Dippy Pool remains closed, as it looks like they are resurfacing the floor. We’ll keep you updated as we learn more. Hippy Dippy Pool construction Behind the lobby, work continues on the awning that is being added. It looks like the only thing potentially left to do is paint. Pop Century lobby awning construction This should provide a little more shade when you head out the back to explore the decades. Pop Century Resort Merchandise Update Everything POP Shopping & Dining Birds, birds everywhere! These leggings are covered in some of the famous feathered friends from Disney, like Zazu and Hei Hei. “Birds’ Leggings You can pick up these leggings for $39.99. Where is our boy, Alan-a-Dale, though? Click here to see what else is happening in the World! That’s going to wrap up our update from Pop Century and the All-Star Resorts this time. Check back again soon so you can find out what’s new for your visit. What do you think of the new cupcakes at the All-Star Resorts? Let us know down in the comments! Related posts: REVIEW AND CUTE ALERT! Disney World’s Newest Peanut Butter Cupcake Is The Cat’s Meow! 4 BIG Disney World Transportation Transformations (And What They Mean For YOU)! Disney World’s Skyliner Gondola System is Now Visible on the My Disney Experience App! View the full article

The most romantic day of the year is quickly approaching…Valentine’s Day! Mickey and Minnie Mouse Valentine Card If you plan on spending the holiday at the most magical place on Earth, there’s plenty of specials happening all over Walt Disney World. Disney Springs will play host to specialty menus at select restaurants, including Maria & Enzo’s, Morimoto Asia, The Edison, and Wine Bar George. And Paddlefish will be celebrating the day of love as well. They will be serving a Whole Maine Lobster and Snow Crab Boil for two just for Valentine’s Day. ©Paddlefish We’re awaiting more details and pricing to be revealed, but reservations are open now. Traveling to Disney Springs soon? You’ve gotta see these ADORABLE pop-up Valentine’s Day cards. Do you have Valentine’s Day Plans at Walt Disney World? Let us know! Related posts: Paddlefish in Disney Springs to Host Epic New Orleans Cooking Demo! Celebrate Valentine’s Day For An Entire Weekend at STK Orlando in Disney Springs! We Found the Perfect Spots to Take Your Valentine’s Date This Year in Disney World! View the full article

Disney Villains After Hours returns to Magic Kingdom Park this Friday, February 7. We can’t wait to see all of our favorite Disney Villains take the stage and the streets of the park for this wickedly fun event! But today, we are excited to give you a sneak peek of the new and exclusive merchandise available at the event, while supplies last. Similar to last year, Hades takes center stage in the design of many of the items like the signature event pocket t-shirt. Joining Hades are other villains like Maleficent, Scar, Ursula, Evil Queen and Dr. Facilier adorning a new blue pocket t-shirt, a ladies tank, and a ladies long sleeve shirt. Another fan-favorite villain is sharing the spotlight this year for a few new items. Oogie Boogie is the star of a new light-up tumbler and the headliner for another T-shirt that also includes other villains we love to hate. You’ll be able to find event merchandise at Emporium, Star Traders and Fantasy Faire. For additional villains merchandise check out Fantasy Faire. You can also find specialty food and beverage offerings available for purchase across the park. Disney Villains After Hours occurs on 24 select nights starting February 7. You can purchase tickets for Disney Villains After Hours in advance for $145 plus tax or $155 plus tax on the event night. That’s at $10 savings if you buy early! Plus, Annual Passholder and Disney Vacation Club Members can take advantage of a $30 discount. Event tickets allow entry as early as 7 p.m., which gives you time to enjoy fireworks before heading off to the attractions. Select complimentary snacks and beverages are also included in the cost of admission. Don’t forget to show off your sinister side by dressing in attire inspired by your favorite villain and sharing your experience using #VillainsAfterHours. For more information on Disney Villains After Hours and to purchase your tickets, visit DisneyWorld.com/VillainsAfterHours or call the Disney Reservation Center at (407) 939-2742. View the full article

When Hollywood Studios recently switched up its FastPass tiers giving Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run and Slinky Dog Dash equal billing, we knew an epic clash of the attractions would soon be ensuing amongst our family members. Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run You see, while many of our tribe are adamant Slinky Dog Dashers, there are also quite a few Smugglers Runners in our midst. And now that you can only make a FastPass for one of these top tier attractions in advance, how do you decide? If you’ve been to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge already but BEFORE Rise of the Resistance opened, you may be thinking “Why do I need a FastPass for Millennium Falcon?” Smugglers Run You see, back in the day, it wasn’t uncommon for standby wait times for the Star Wars simulator ride to be in the 20-30 minute range. But Toy Story Land’s Slinky Dog Dash roller coaster has always had at least an hour-long wait since its opening (and that’s on “low-crowd” days!). Slinky Dog Dash Now that Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge is fully operational, though, we’ve seen wait times for Millennium Falcon SOAR. They’re now right on par with Slinky Dog Dash, so a FastPass for Millennium Falcon makes a lot more sense now than it did before Rise of the Resistance came online! Hollywood Studios Digital Sign with Wait Times That brings us back to the ultimate question — which tier one Hollywood Studios attraction is the best use of your FastPass: Millenium Falcon or Smuggler’s Run? And the answer, in our opinion, is…it depends! In order to make the best decision for yourself and your family, let’s examine the following: Slinky Dog in Toy Story Land What Type of Rides Do You Prefer? Millennium Falcon and Slinky Dog Dash are two totally different experiences! Millennium Falcon is a dark, enclosed flight simulator with loud noises, lots of jostling, and some interactive features (yes, YOU get to be either a pilot, gunner, or engineer onboard the fastest hunk of junk in the galaxy!). Smugglers Run Queue Slinky Dog Dash, however, is an outdoor roller coaster (located in Andy’s backyard!) starring some of your favorite Toy Story friends! Both rides have great theming and are family-friendly, but for folks who don’t like confined spaces or being “shook up,” Slinky Dog Dash might be your best bet. Slinky Dog Dash! Vice versa, if members of your wolf pack are afraid of heights or roller coasters (even though Slinky Dog Dash is very tame and not particularly high up, compared to other Disney world coasters) consider opting for Millennium Falcon instead! Inside the Millennium Falcon Cockpit Take a look inside the Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run! Which Attraction Have You Never Ridden Before? Is there one of these rides that you haven’t experienced yet? Then FastPass it! That way, even if you prefer to use your FastPasses on the other attraction next time, you’ll at least know what you’re missing! Haven’t ridden either of them? Our advice is to get to the park early and ride the attraction that you didn’t reserve a FastPass for FIRST. Besides, if you’re trying to snag a boarding group for Rise of the Resistance, then you’re probably already planning on being at Hollywood Studios when the park opens (or WAY earlier!). Rise of the Resistance If you wanna FastPass them both, try planning two days at Hollywood Studios instead of one! They don’t have to be full days if you have the Park hopper ticket option. Just be sure you’re comfortable “spending” your FastPasses in Hollywood Studios for two days, even if you plan to go to another park later. And if you haven’t gotten to check out Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge since it opened, giving yourself some extra time to explore would definitely be a good thing! Jet Juice at Oga’s Cantina Learn a bit more about Galaxy’s Edge HERE! Who Are You Traveling With? Alright, we know we just told you to pick the one you haven’t tried yet, but you know the people you live with better than we do! If the possibility of not riding one of these attractions would devastate some in your group, it’s probably not worth trying something new and jeopardizing your entire family vacation! Therefore, if you have diehard Star Wars peeps or Toy Story ride-or-dies in your traveling party, give ’em what their hearts desire MOST! Millennium Falcon And if your children are big enough to ride by themselves, you can always divide and conquer! You don’t have to be a certain age to ride Millennium Falcon or Slinky Dog Dash, but riders must be at least 38″ tall and guests under the age of 7 must be accompanied by a person 14 years of age or older to get on either attraction! Slinky Dog Dash in Disney’s Hollywood Studios Slinky Dog Dash Doesn’t Have a Single Rider Queue… But Millennium Falcon Does! If your party doesn’t mind splitting up, you may want to consider making your FastPasses for Slinky Dog Dash and utilizing Millennium Falcon’s single rider queue. If you don’t mind riding with strangers, this could be a great way to ride! Just remember, due to the way the jobs are handed out, single riders are more likely to assume the roles of the engineers, although it’s not unheard of for single riders to snag a coveted pilot or gunner seat! Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run So the choice is ultimately yours! We hope we gave you a few things to consider when making this tough decision! Of course, we could very well see the Hollywood Studios’ tiers shift again when Rise of the Resistance begins distributing FastPasses and/or when Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway opens on March 4th. Even though deciding between Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run and Slinky Dog Dash may seem difficult now, we have a feelin’ this is only the beginning of MORE tough choices to come! Which Hollywood Studios’ tier one attraction will win your FastPass? Tell us if you’re Team Millennium Falcon or Slinky Dog Dash in the comments below! Related posts: Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Cliffs Notes…Here’s What You Absolutely NEED To Know After The Galaxy’s Edge INFO BOMB Dropped Last Night! Answers To ALL Of Your Disney World Rise of the Resistance Questions! News! Rise of the Resistance Is Breaking Down! Here’s HOW Disney’s Handling It! View the full article

We’ve got some exciting news for ya, friends. While we were all resting our eyes night, Disney was making huge progress on the newest attraction making its way to Hollywood Studios — Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway. Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway Poster ©Disney This ride, which is taking the place of The Great Movie Ride, will allow riders to go on a zany cartoon adventure with Mickey, Minnie, and the rest of the gang. Recently, possible stand-by and FastPass signage were installed. But now, Disney has installed the official sign for the attraction!! Here’s a look at the sign! We love how it sorta feels vintage in a new way and, of course, we’re excited to see Mickey and Minnie up there together. ©Disney Disney has done a great job making the facade and signage look like the concept art, so we really cannot wait to see what they’ve done inside! Facade Concept Art ©Disney Take a sneak peek INSIDE Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway here! Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway is set to open in Disney’s Hollywood Studios on March 4th and in Disneyland in 2022! We cannot wait to hop on the train to help Mickey and Minnie out on this wild cartoon adventure. Can you?! Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway Concept Art ©Disney Read ALL about Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway here! We will be taking a closer look at the sign today, so stay tuned! Are you excited about this new attraction? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: NEWS: Oh Boy! Take a NEW Peek INSIDE Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway in Disney World! Find out When the NEW Mickey Shorts Theater is Opening in Hollywood Studios! What’s New at Hollywood Studios — An AristoCats Dress, A Wookiee Cookie, and The Rise of Skywalker EVERYTHING! View the full article

Thanks to the opening of Gran Destino Tower, there are now more dining options than ever at Disney’s Coronado Springs! Grand Destino Tower at Coronado Springs Today, we’re kicking it old school and headed to dine at an often overlooked Table Service spot that’s been serving up guests for years. We’re talking Rix Sports & Grill! This upscale-pub-meets-sports-bar boasts craft beers, American fare, and plenty of TVs for all your viewing needs. Rix Sports Bar and Grill The interior features simple tables and chairs throughout with open seating at the bar if you’re looking to get up close and personal to the big game! There’s also plenty of opportunities to watch your game throughout the establishment. Yay sports! Large television at the bar Let’s dig into the menu! Recent additions in terms of Appetizers include Sticky Ginger Ribs and a Giant Pretzel and Queso. Noticeably absent are the Lobster Sliders. Rix Sports Bar & Grill Menu Luckily, our beloved Watchos made the draft to the new menu. Watchos! Updates to the Entrees include the addition of Citrus Mahi, Lemon Pepper Chicken, and an Island Spice Mahi Sandwich, while The NY Strip has been removed. We also found an intriguing Adult Sundae on the Desserts menu (more on that later!). Rix Sports Bar & Grill Menu Update We started our meal as many do when visiting a sports bar…with a beer! We were happy to see that they brought back their own beer, Rix Red. As you could have probably guessed, this one is a Red Ale but definitely on the lighter side and made for a nice drinkable beer. Rix Red Of the new starters, we had to try the Giant Pretzel and Queso. This German-style Pretzel is insanely large, like we’re talking twice the size of our heads! It’s really good but definitely not as soft as the big pretzels that can be found in Epcot’s Germany Pavilion or Pongu Pongu in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. We could have also used a tad bit more salt on this thing. Giant Pretzel and Queso The saving grace for this pretzel was the fantastic dipping sauces that accompanied it, Beer Lager Cheese Sauce and Chorizo Beer Cheese. Cheese Dip! While the Beer Lager Cheese Sauce does have some peppers in it, it was definitely on the mild side and what you’d expect from standard queso dip. The Chorizo Beer Cheese was the real stand out and featured small bits of chorizo in it. Chorizo Dip! Is this the best pretzel found on property? We don’t think so…BUT it’s big, sharable, and well priced at $13.00. Clearly, we weren’t stuffed from the pretzel alone! So, we decided to try the Adult Sundae! Priced at $9.00, we received a heaping pile of vanilla gelato, rum roasted pineapple (that’s where the ‘Adult’ comes in!), white chocolate macadamia cookies, pralines, whipped cream, strawberries, and caramel corn. Adult Sundae This was super tasty and a pretty substantial portion. The cookie on top was soft and yummy, basically everything you’d want in a cookie. Adult Sundae We loved the vanilla gelato although we thought there was a tad too much whipped cream, which made the search for the pineapple and strawberry a little difficult. The popcorn was a nice touch and added a welcome crunch to the dish. Adult Sundae All in all, we had a lovely meal in a welcoming atmosphere! We think this is a great hidden gem where you could kick back a few and enjoy a game. There are interesting and delicious options and the location is totally worth checking out if you’re staying at Coronado Springs. Have you dined at Rix Sports Bar & Grill in Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort? Let us know! Related posts: What’s New at Disney’s Coronado Springs: SECRET MENU Dip, Sangria Flights, and Super Bowl Deals! Check Out the 2019 Disney Dining Plan Restaurant List for Disney World! The 31 Things To Eat In Disney World If You’re Obsessed With CHEESE!! View the full article

It may not be Valentine’s Day just yet, but one of our fav cupcake spots is looking to spread the love! ©Sprinkles Sprinkles over in Disney Springs and Downtown Disney in Disneyland, has us already in the holiday mood with the recent reveal of their February flavors. And it’s only getting better!! Today, February 4th, guests visiting a Sprinkles bakery, no matter the location, can receive $1.00 off ANY cupcake simply by whispering the word “LOVE.” Sounds easy, because it is! This sounds like the PERFECT opportunity to try the limited-released Caramel White Chocolate… Caramel White Chocolate Cupcake ©Sprinkles …or maybe the Raspberry Chocolate Chip! Raspberry Chocolate Chip cupcake ©Sprinkles This offer is limited to one per guest, and must be in-bakery only! If you have yet to try a Sprinkles cupcake, now is a perfect time! Check out Sprinkles February Cupcakes here! What is your favorite flavor Sprinkles Cupcake? Let us know! Related posts: Breakfast Cereal Cupcakes Return To Sprinkles TODAY! — See When You’ll Find Your Favorite! REVIEW: There’s Something Strange in the Disney Neighborhood! You’ve Gotta See What’s Inside This Sprinkles Cupcake! FREE Sprinkles Cupcake Alert! Find Out How to Get Yours in Disney World and Disneyland! View the full article