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Is there anything better than spending your holiday season at Walt Disney World? And taking in all of the excitement of Disney Springs, one of the best shopping, dining and entertainment destinations in the world? Today, we’re celebrating a magical milestone at Disney Springs as more than 1 million Guests have visited the Christmas Tree Trail since its opening last month – and we still have three more weeks of holiday fun to go! Check out some fun facts about our 2019 Disney Springs Christmas Tree Trail below: This year we are excited that our Christmas Tree Trail also features special photo opportunities, kids’ activities, treats and merchandise celebrating “Noelle,” the new Disney+ original holiday movie. Santa will return to the North Pole for some much-deserved rest after his last visit on Christmas Eve, but you can still explore all the beautifully decorated Disney-themed trees and snag some delicious treats through Jan. 5, 2020! View the full article

We’re celebrating the holidays this week with a special ENCORE of our BIGGEST sale of the year at DFB Store!! We wanted to offer you something extra special this week, so here’s our BIGGEST SALE OF THE YEAR…one more time!! — 50% off every DFB Guide, Bundle, and Gift Certificate with promo code DFB50! For a limited time only, you can save 50% on everything, including our popular Everything Bundle! Use promo code DFB50 at the DFB Store to get HUGE savings on this already-discounted bundle (or any other DFB Guide that you want)! Shop NOW! Use promo code DFB50 and get 50% off EVERYTHING at the DFB Store! Save 50% off Everything at the DFB Store Our most popular bundle – the Everything Bundle – includes SEVEN of our most popular DFB Guides — including the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining and more — at 50% off an already discounted price! Get the Everything Bundle! And right now it also includes a pre-order of the 2020 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining and a pre-order for the 2020 Food and Wine Guide PLUS free, instant downloads of the 2019 editions for both ebooks! So you’re basically getting two free books in the mix! Want to see more? Check out the details here! But wait, there’s more! You can also scoop up these savings on the Everything Bundle Gift Certificate! These make the perfect last-minute gift for the Disney fans in your life! (Be sure to check out all of our Gift Certificates.) Give a gift certificate to everyone on your holiday list! Remember – EVERY DFB Guide, Bundle, and Gift Certificate is on sale this week. Just use promo code DFB50 to get 50% off any of our best-selling e-books! See What Our Readers Have to Say About the DFB Guides Wanna know more before you commit? See what other readers just like you are saying about our collection of DFB Guide Books! Remember, with a 100% money-back guarantee on all of our guides, you have nothing to lose! Visit the DFB Store today and use promo code DFB50 to get 50% off any DFB Guide or Bundle! As always, we thank you for your continued support of Disney Food Blog! Merry Christmas and happy vacation planning! Related posts: Start Your Vacation Planning NOW! Save 40% off EVERYTHING in the DFB Store with Our Fourth of July SALE! It’s HERE! Grand Launch of the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining 2019 Edition! St. Patrick’s Day Flash SALE at the DFB Store! You Don’t Want To Miss THIS! View the full article

Here in the Florida we don’t get real snow. Artist, Brittany Ungvarsky, decided to help solve that problem and designed us a Mickey Mouse snowflake. Snowy weather or not, you too can create a winter wonderland with this DIY. Use the provided template to make different-sized snowflakes. Have fun creating your own festive flurry! Check out step-by-step directions below and download a template here. View the full article

What would Belle and Beast do if they had the chance to visit Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground? This time of year, guests can enjoy holiday carriage rides through the resort’s property – which may be the perfect activity for this couple and Belle’s brave steed, Philippe. “The carriage rides at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground are beautiful and romantic,” artist Ashley Taylor said. “It’s easy to imagine Belle and Beast wanting to enjoy the outdoors with Philippe!” View the full article

“Everybody wants to be a cat because a cat’s the only cat who knoooows where it’s at!” Le Petit Cafe Well, we would say that the Aristocats-inspired Le Petit Cafe is a very good contender for “where it’s at!” This brand new quick-service joint in the recently-opened Riviera Resort is the cutest spot designed after the popular french cafes of Paris. In the morning, the Cafe serves coffee and yummy pastries, but in the evening it transforms into a wine bar complete with hors d’oeuvres, and specialty cocktails! Check out our FULL PHOTO TOUR and coverage of Disney World’s NEW Riviera Resort HERE! Atmosphere When you’re indulging in the sip or eat of your choice from Le Petit Cafe’s evening offerings, you can either head out in the bright and tiled Le Petit Cafe space… Le Petit Cafe Seating …OR you can swing just next door to the Voyageurs’ Lounge, which is a cozy and refined lounge area that’s perfect for sipping on a latte or cocktail. Voyageurs Lounge We love the design of both of these spaces, but the vintage Disney aesthetic and homages to Walt are enough to pull us right on over to the Voyageurs’ Lounge while we review the yummy evening menu from Le Petit Cafe. Voyageurs’ Lounge Click here for a FULL PHOTO TOUR of Voyageurs’ Lounge! Eats So, what kind of offerings are we talkin’ here? Well, just peek inside the beautiful royal blue evening menu to take a look! Cocktail Menu You’ll have your choice of Specialty Cocktails, Distinctive Spirits, Beer, Hard Cider & Water, Wine, Specialty Coffee, and even Mocktails! Cocktail Menu There are also a handful of snacks to try alongside your beverage of choice. Lounge Menu We opted to try out the Aperol Spritz and the Euro Cosmopolitan as our drinks with the Artisanal Cheese Plate and Charcuterie to go alongside them. Voyageurs’ Lounge Food and Drinks The Aperol Spritz for $13 is a mix of Aperol, Nino Franco Rustico Prosecco Superiore (say that three times fast!) and Soda Water. Aperol Spritz This is a BIG drink. It comes in a large wine glass that’s practically filled to the brim! Luckily the majority of the drink is soda water — but that doesn’t mean that this guy isn’t seriously strong AND flavorful. We could definitely taste some rhubarb flavors from the Aperol as well! Aperol Spritz and Euro Cosmopolitan On the other hand, the Euro Cosmopolitan for $15 has some pretty different flavors. It’s a combination of Grey Goose Le Citron Vodka, Cointreau, Cranberry, and Lime. Euro Cosmopolitan If you love a good Cosmo (we DEF do.) then this is an awesome cocktail choice! We were delighted when it showed up because of how pretty this drink is! It comes in a delicate and classy glass and the cranberry gives it a pretty light pink color. As for the taste? This cocktail is the perfect after-dinner sip with a super light flavor profile that isn’t too sweet or too bitter. Euro Cosmopolitan While we’re sippin’ on those, let’s take a look at the two sampling plates we nabbed! The Artisanal Cheese Plate was $11.99 and came as a pretty good portion of different cheese samplings. Artisanal Cheese Plate Ours came with brie, montegrappa, Roquefort (cheese of the kings in France)… Artisan Cheese Plate …almonds, olives… Artisanal Cheese Plate …honey, and almond cake. Honey For $13.99, we tried out the Charcuterie as well. And, you know how much we love a good Charcuterie! Charcuterie The plate came with four different types of meat, the same crackers as the cheese plate, olives, nuts… Charcuterie …copa, prosciutto, apricot, almonds… Charcuterie …and a duck rillettes! Duck Rillettes If you love charcuterie meats, this is definitely the plate for you! The different options were SUPER flavorful. The duck rillettes had a mix of capers and red onion that we couldn’t get enough of!! Honestly though, getting the cheese plate and the charcuterie together was a great idea because that meant we could mix and match our bites! Cheese and prosciutto? Yes, please! Oh, and did we mention these HIGH FASHUN gold utensils?!? Are you impressed? Golden Cutlery Want to see the full lounge menu at Le Petit Cafe? Click here! Overall Evenings at Le Petit Cafe are a super relaxing and classy experience. This is a great way to unwind from a long day in the parks or if you get a few moments away from the kiddos. Of course, kids will enjoy the Mediterranean Mint Lemonade mocktail too, so no harm in bringing them along! Both of the cocktails we tried were well-crafted and mixed and there was a good variety so you’re bound to find something that fits your taste! Le Petit Cafe Cast Members Now, that said, this isn’t a great choice if you have a lot of people in your group who don’t drink alcohol. The coffee options are always there, but this lounge is definitely more focused on the “bar” aspects of the menu. It’s priced similarly to other lounges around Disney World so the pricing is fair and the experience is definitely worth it. Now, we’re not sure that we’d necessarily take the trip over to Riviera JUST to revisit Le Petit Cafe in the evening, but we recommend checking it out at least once to see all the cool Disneyana and to try out one of the yummy European cocktails. Le Petit Cafe Seating Remember, Le Petit Cafe is one of FOUR new dining options at Riviera Resort and we’ve tried all of them! Check out our reviews of Primo Piatto, Topolino’s Terrace, and Bar Riva too! Click here to see EVERYTHING there is to see at Disney’s Riviera Resort! Which cocktail looks tastiest to you at Le Petit Cafe? Tell us in the comments! Related posts: FULL Photo Tour! Disney World’s New Riviera Resort Rooms, Restaurants, Pools, and MORE! Review! It’s Time to Party with the NEW Riviera Resort Cupcake in Disney World! (P.S. It’s SUPER Cute) NEWS: Mobile Order Is Getting an AWESOME Change in Disney World (And We Are SO Here for It)! View the full article

Two things: 1) Did you know Disney World has a super fun and beloved Ice Cream and Soda Shoppe called Beaches and Cream that’s been closed for refurb since August and is OPENING BACK UP ON THURSDAY?; and 2) Did you know Disney World has a super fun and already-beloved new President who just subtly slid us a hint on a NEW SHAKE that may be debuting there?? Beaches and Cream Buckle up, friends — there’s too much good stuff to share! OK, so let’s start with Beaches and Cream! This wonderful little spot in Disney’s Beach Club Resort has been a guest favorite for what seems like millennia. First you had to time your visit perfectly to get one of the few tables inside; and then, when they started offering Advance Dining Reservations, you had to grab yours 180 days in advance to guarantee one! Beaches and Cream In August, this beloved ice cream and burger joint closed for refurbishment and cut into the side of the Arcade next door to expand! YAY! And now we can finally see the light at the end of the tunnel! Beaches and Cream is reopening to the public on Thursday with more space, more tables, more menu items….just MORE! Beaches and Cream New Space! But yesterday, Disney World’s new President, Josh D’Amaro, visited the location to try out the eats…and sent us all a few mementos on his instagram account so we could see INSIDE for the first time! Beaches and Cream TEAM (c) Josh D’Amaro It’s SO nice to see so many tables and so much space in there! And of course, the famous Kitchen Sink Sundae is BACK! Beaches and Cream (c) Josh D’Amaro BUT…there’s something else that caught our eye in this photo… . Is that a Donut Shake I spy?? Beaches and Cream is well-known for the fun souvenir over-the-top shakes served in souvenir mason jars (these debuted in 2018). Delicious classic shakes are topped with yummy baked goods to make not only an awesome dessert, but also an instagrammable phenom. Beaches and Cream Shakes From time to time they introduce new seasonal options, and in this photo, there’s a NEW ONE! It looks like there’s a new DONUT SHAKE joining the three other classic options. Judging by the graham cracker crumbs around the top and the green hue, my guess is that this one is KEY LIME, but we’ll have to wait until Thursday to find out for sure! New Donut Shake (c) Josh D’Amaro Whatever it is, it looks adorable with that little Lifesaver/Beach Ball-themed donut on top! We can’t wait to try it! And we also can’t wait to go “HOME” to Beaches and Cream this week! We’ve missed our favorite servers and our favorite eats! Stay tuned! In the meantime, head over to Josh D’Amaro’s instagram account to see more fun photos from his visit there. He really is a wonderful addition to Disney World and we’re looking forward to the impact he’ll be making around the Orlando resort. Do you love Beaches and Cream? Let us know your favorite dish in the comments! Related posts: Beaches and Cream Refurbishment To Begin Later Than Scheduled at Disney World’s Beach Club Resort These Six INSANE Disney World Treats Are Totally Worth the $$$ Price! Beaches and Cream Is Officially Closed for Refurbishment! View the full article

We’re only a matter of DAYS away from Christmas, friends! Merry Menagerie Puppets in Animal Kingdom for the Holidays And, while we’ve been snacking on all the Tasting Sampler eats and treats out in Animal Kingdom right now, we’re also falling in love with MORE holiday decorations around the park! We’ve met the sweet Merry Menagerie puppets on Discovery Island and spotted some of the beautiful animal themed decor already. Buuut, now our hearts are soaring with the new-to-us Merry Menagerie birds welcoming guests to the park! Merry Menagerie Birds While one of the birds is perched, ready to leap into flight… Merry Menagerie Birds …the other is flapping its wings and gliding around Animal Kingdom! Off He Goes! Doves at Christmas represent love, peace, and purity — and the stunning doves perched on top of Island Mercantile are giving us all the holiday feels. Merry Menagerie Doves Can you feel the love tonight just looking at the new Merry Menagerie birds?? Merry Menagerie Dove We seriously can’t get enough of Animal Kingdom’s beautiful holiday decorations this year!! You can keep up with ALL the Christmas entertainment in Disney World by subscribing to our newsletter. Have you spotted the Merry Menagerie birds? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: Behind the Scenes Look at Some of the NEW Holiday Puppets Coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom! NEWS: All We Want for Christmas is to Look at the BEAUTIFUL Tree in Magic Kingdom! We Tried 58 Holiday Treats in Disney World and These Are Our MUST-HAVES! View the full article

We’re spending a lot of time over at Disney’s Animal Kingdom because they are offering yummy new bites and we’ve got a ROARING appetite. Disney’s Animal Kingdom We’re reviewing ALL the new eats on this year’s Animal Kingdom Tasting Sampler and we’re having a BLAST! You’ve joined us just in time for a brand new Ginger Slaw DAWG! OK, in case you’ve missed us talking about the tasting sampler, here are the details! Animal Kingdom’s Tasting Sampler comes around a couple of times a year (usually when it’s BUSIEST in the park), and costs $50.00. This will get you two digital value cards: One $50 card that can be used at over 40 outdoor food and beverage locations throughout the park (NO expiration, though), and a bonus $10.00 that can be used at the following quick-service restaurants after 4:00 PM from December 22, 2019 through January 4, 2020: Restaurantosaurus, Pizzafari, Flame Tree Barbecue, and Satu’li Canteen. Animal Kingdom Tasting Sampler Now, you don’t HAVE to buy the tasting sampler to get the goodies — you can buy all of these a la carte as well! Animal Kingdom Tasting Sampler This time we’re trekking to Caravan Road in Asia where they have two new offerings this year, including the Ginger Slaw Dog. Caravan Road Menu The Ginger Slaw Dog is priced at $6.29 or a snack credit on the Disney Dining Plan. (That’s a GREAT value for the credit, financially; but the dog itself is…kind puny.) Ginger Slaw Dog A mini-sausage is topped with Pickled Ginger Slaw and tucked inside of a pillowy soft roll. Ginger Slaw Dog This was delicious! The sausage has a perfect texture while the slaw added the right level of crisp. Everything just worked in beautiful harmony! Ginger Slaw Dog So while the dish flavors worked well, we would probably recommend going with the Char Siu Pork if you’re only getting one thing at this location. Better value for your $$$. Click HERE to see ALL our other Animal Kingdom Tasting Sampler Reviews! Disney’s Animal Kingdom Tasting Sampler is only available for purchase now through January 4, 2020. Do you plan on participating in Disney’s Animal Kingdom Tasting Sampler? Let us know below! Related posts: REVIEW: This NEW Dish WINS Animal Kingdom Today!! REVIEW: Animal Kingdom Brings the HEAT With A New Tamale! REVIEW! UMM…YES, There’s a Pulled Pork JELLY DOUGHNUT Sandwich in Disney World! View the full article

We’re tackling Disney’s Animal Kingdom for all the new Tasting Sampler dishes available during the holiday season! Tree of Life And this time AK is bringin’ the HEAT with a new tamale that’s perfect for your seasonal snacking in Disney World! Yahoo! Animal Kingdom’s Tasting Sampler is BACK and we’ve got the details for ya right here! The Tasting Sampler will set you back $50.00 and includes two digital value cards. First up — one $50 card that can be used at over 40 outdoor food and beverage locations throughout the park (NO expiration!). Second, you get a bonus $10.00 card that can be used at the following quick-service restaurants after 4:00 PM from December 22, 2019 through January 4, 2020: Restaurantosaurus, Pizzafari, Flame Tree Barbecue, and Satu’li Canteen. Animal Kingdom Tasting Sampler There are a TON of new items available this year — as well as some returning favorites! But remember — you don’t have to buy the sampler to buy the dishes. ANYONE can get them a la carte as well! Click HERE to see ALL our Animal Kingdom Tasting Sampler Reviews! Animal Kingdom Tasting Sampler Here we go to the The Smiling Crocodile where they will be serving up the Pulled Pork Street Taco that returns from last year as well as two new offerings, including the Pulled Pork Jelly Doughnut Sandwich and the Tamale with A Trio of Pepper Sauces. The Smiling Crocodile The Pork Tamale is priced at $6.29 or a snack credit on the Disney Dining Plan. The Smiling Crocodile Menu It’s served with a Trio of Pepper Sauces that includes Tomatillo Sauce, Red Chile Sauce, and a Jalapeño Cream Sauce. Pork Tamale This baby is stuffed to the brim with delicious and tender pork. Pork Tamale Our favorite of the trio was definitely the Jalapeño Cream Sauce but it was fun getting to try all 3. Trio of Pepper Sauces This dish had a little spice but nothing to be FIVE-alarmed about. All in all, it was super flavorful and we’d certainly get it again. Still, there was more than just Disney spice here if you’re spice averse. Pork Tamale While this one wasn’t our favorite of the day, if you’ve gotta have a tamale during your Christmas season, here’s where to get one if you’re doing the holidays in Disney World! Disney’s Animal Kingdom Tasting Sampler is only available for purchase now through January 4, 2020. Click HERE to see ALL our other Animal Kingdom Tasting Sampler Reviews! Do you plan on participating in Disney’s Animal Kingdom Tasting Sampler? Let us know below! Related posts: REVIEW: Get Your Chips And Queso ON at the Dino Diner with Animal Kingdom’s Tasting Sampler REVIEW: This NEW Dish WINS Animal Kingdom Today!! REVIEW! UMM…YES, There’s a Pulled Pork JELLY DOUGHNUT Sandwich in Disney World! View the full article

In case you’ve been living under a rock (or a tree), there’s a mini Food Festival happening RIGHT NOW at Disney’s Animal Kingdom! Welcome to Animal Kingdom! We’re so excited the Animal Kingdom’s Tasting Sampler has returned for a third run this winter, and we can’t wait to share all of our brand new reviews with you of all the new items! Here are the details you need! The Tasting Sampler costs $50.00 and includes two digital value cards! One of these is for $50 and can be used at over 40 outdoor food and beverage locations throughout the park. This one doesn’t expire! Animal Kingdom Tasting Sampler On top of that, you get a bonus $10.00 that can be used at the following quick-service restaurants after 4:00 PM from December 22, 2019 through January 4, 2020: Restaurantosaurus, Pizzafari, Flame Tree Barbecue, and Satu’li Canteen. There’s tons of stuff this year — old favorites and new items, too! It’s important to note, though, that you do not have to purchase the Animal Kingdom Tasting Sampler to get the special menu items. They are available everyday, to ALL guests! Animal Kingdom Tasting Sampler We’re checking out Terra Treats where they are serving up quite the interesting item in addition to the returning Tomato and Cheese Pizza and a Chef’s Feature Pizza. Terra Treats Menu Behold, the Spaghetti and Meatball Cupcake. Spaghetti and Meatball Cupcake We’ve seen lots of spaghetti and meatball cupcakes in Disney World before — not least of which the guest favorite Spaghetti and Meatballs cupcake over at Mama Melrose’s! This MASTERPIECE is an Orange Cake with Cannoli Cream Filling (YUM!) that is topped with Buttercream Spaghetti and a Vanilla Cake Meatball with Fondant Sauce. Spaghetti and Meatball Cupcake Look at all this DELICIOUS cannoli cream filling! Cannoli Cream Filling The Orange Flavor on this one really POPS… and speaking of pops, the Meatball tastes just like a delicious cake pop! Now, I know what you’re asking: Um…guys…that looks a lot like a chocolate “meatball,” so why u sayin’ it’s vanilla? Well, believe it or not…it’s just HEAVILY food colored. PSA. Spaghetti and Meatballs Cupcake This one is absolutely delicious and super fun for the kiddos, but if food coloring ain’t yo jam…you’ve been warned! The Spaghetti and Meatball Cupcake is priced at $5.99 or as snack credit on the Disney Dining Plan. Disney’s Animal Kingdom Tasting Sampler is only available for purchase now through January 4, 2020. Click HERE to see ALL our other Animal Kingdom Tasting Sampler Reviews! Do you plan on participating in Disney’s Animal Kingdom Tasting Sampler? Let us know below! Related posts: REVIEW! Is Animal Kingdom’s Terra Treats’ White Pizza With Chicken as Good as It Looks? REVIEW: The COOL Forbidden Mountain Cone is THE Photo You Need To Take in Animal Kingdom This Year! ALL Our Reviews from the 2019 Animal Kingdom Tasting Sampler! View the full article

We’re headed to Disney’s Animal Kingdom where our thirst for adventure has worked up quite an appetite! Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lucky for us, the Animal Kingdom’s Tasting Sampler has returned for a third run this winter. Here are the basics. The Tasting Sampler costs $50.00 and includes two digital value cards: One $50 card that can be used at over 40 outdoor food and beverage locations throughout the park (and does not expire), and a bonus $10.00 that can be used at the following quick-service restaurants after 4:00 PM from December 22, 2019 through January 4, 2020: Restaurantosaurus, Pizzafari, Flame Tree Barbecue, and Satu’li Canteen. Animal Kingdom Tasting Sampler This year, we see several new items join the lineup as well as returning items and menu mainstays that are also a part of the official sampling menu. Please note, you do not have to purchase the Animal Kingdom Tasting Sampler to indulge in these special menu items. They’re available everyday, for ALL guests! Animal Kingdom Tasting Sampler We’re hitching a ride to Caravan Road in Asia where they have two new offerings this year, including the Char Siu Pork with Sticky Rice. Caravan Road The Char Siu Pork with Sticky Rice is priced at $6.29 or a snack credit on the Disney Dining Plan (That’s a GREAT Value for this mini meal!). Char Siu Pork This was hands down our favorite of the day. Both the Texture and Flavor was SPOT ON. Char Siu Pork Look at all this beautifully tender pork with just the perfect amount of sauce! Char Siu Pork Fingers crossed it ends up a menu mainstay because we’d order this ANY day! If you’re in Animal Kingdom this week, be sure to pick it up! Disney’s Animal Kingdom Tasting Sampler is only available for purchase now through January 4, 2020. Click HERE to see ALL our other Animal Kingdom Tasting Sampler Reviews! Do you plan on participating in Disney’s Animal Kingdom Tasting Sampler? Let us know below! Related posts: REVIEW! Is Animal Kingdom’s Terra Treats’ White Pizza With Chicken as Good as It Looks? We’re Reviewing EVERY Holiday Treat At Walt Disney World! See Them ALL Here! REVIEW! UMM…YES, There’s a Pulled Pork JELLY DOUGHNUT Sandwich in Disney World! View the full article

Have you heard there’s basically a mini Food Festival happening over at Disney’s Animal Kingdom? Welcome to Animal Kingdom! If you’ve been following along, the Animal Kingdom’s Tasting Sampler has returned for a third run this winter. Here’s the basics. The Tasting Sampler costs $50.00 and includes two digital value cards: One $50 card that can be used at over 40 outdoor food and beverage locations throughout the park (and does not expire), and a bonus $10.00 that can be used at the following quick-service restaurants after 4:00 PM from December 22, 2019 through January 4, 2020: Restaurantosaurus, Pizzafari, Flame Tree Barbecue, and Satu’li Canteen. Animal Kingdom Tasting Sampler This year, we see several new items join the lineup, as well as returning items and menu mainstays that are also a part of the official sampling menu. Please note, you do not have to purchase the Animal Kingdom Tasting Sampler to indulge in these special menu items. They’re available everyday, for ALL guests! Animal Kingdom Tasting Sampler We’re trekking to The Smiling Crocodile where they have two new offerings this year, including the Pulled Pork Jelly Doughnut Sandwich. WHAT!?! The Smiling Crocodile The Pulled Pork Jelly Doughnut Sandwich is priced at $6.99 or an excellent use of a snack credit on the Disney Dining Plan. The Smiling Crocodile Menu This slider is comprised of pulled pork that is then stuffed into a jelly doughnut along with some coleslaw! Pulled Pork Jelly Doughnut Sandwich The bun, in this case, is a delicious Jelly filled Donut and we’re NOT mad about it one bit! Pulled Pork Jelly Doughnut The combination of sweet and savory really worked here! It first sounded a little weird but turned out being really enjoyable! The saucy pork mixed with the crunchy slaw and the sweet jelly was a hit for us! Plus, doughnuts…so yeah. Pulled Pork Jelly Doughnut Sandwich Ok, we need to go lay down after eating this thing. That was a LOT of yum, right there! Pulled Pork Jelly Doughnut Sandwich Disney’s Animal Kingdom Tasting Sampler is only available for purchase now through January 4, 2020. But remember, anyone can get in on these tasty treats by visiting Animal Kingdom before January 4th! Do you plan on participating in Disney’s Animal Kingdom Tasting Sampler? Let us know below! Related posts: REVIEW! Is Animal Kingdom’s Terra Treats’ White Pizza With Chicken as Good as It Looks? REVIEW: Get Your Chips And Queso ON at the Dino Diner with Animal Kingdom’s Tasting Sampler REVIEW: The COOL Forbidden Mountain Cone is THE Photo You Need To Take in Animal Kingdom This Year! View the full article

We are just loving these cooler Central Florida temps that make for the perfect climate to nosh our way all around Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Welcome to Animal Kingdom In case you missed it, the Animal Kingdom’s Tasting Sampler has returned for a third run this winter. Here’s the basics. The Tasting Sampler costs $50.00 and includes two digital value cards: One $50 card that can be used at over 40 outdoor food and beverage locations throughout the park (and does not expire), and a bonus $10.00 that can be used at the following quick-service restaurants after 4:00 PM from December 22, 2019 through January 4, 2020: Restaurantosaurus, Pizzafari, Flame Tree Barbecue, and Satu’li Canteen. Animal Kingdom Tasting Sampler This year, we see several new items join the lineup, as well as returning items and menu mainstays that are also a part of the official sampling menu. Please note, you do not have to purchase the Animal Kingdom Tasting Sampler to indulge in these special menu items. They’re available everyday, for ALL guests! Animal Kingdom Tasting Sampler We’re headed to Terra Treats in Discovery Island where they are offering the Chef’s Feature Pizza in addition to the returning Tomato and Cheese Pizza. Terra Treats The Chef’s Feature Pizza is priced at $6.99 or a snack credit on the Disney Dining Plan. Chef’s Feature Pizza Don’t get saucy over here! This is a White Pizza that is topped with Chicken and Red Peppers. Chef’s Feature Pizza This stole a PIZZA our hearts and not in a good way! We had mega high hopes seeing this pizza. Doesn’t it look delish?!? BUT, it was SUPER greasy and between that and the overload of toppings, the crust just kinda gave up. The toppings alone were fine but nothing to really knock our socks off. Chef’s Feature Pizza This is fine if you’re in the mood for a heavy slice of pie LOADED with cheese and toppings, but it was a bit too greasy and hard to navigate for us. They did have parmesan cheese and ranch on hand to jazz it up a bit, if you’re so inclined! Pizza Add-ons! Disney’s Animal Kingdom Tasting Sampler is only available for purchase now through January 4, 2020. Do you plan on participating in Disney’s Animal Kingdom Tasting Sampler? Let us know below! Related posts: REVIEW: The COOL Forbidden Mountain Cone is THE Photo You Need To Take in Animal Kingdom This Year! REVIEW: Get Your Chips And Queso ON at the Dino Diner with Animal Kingdom’s Tasting Sampler Listen UP! This is the ONE Treat You NEED This Holiday Season At Disney’s Animal Kingdom! View the full article

It’s been a foodie’s dream over at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Tree of Life If you’ve been following along, the Animal Kingdom’s Tasting Sampler has returned for a third run this winter and we’ve got a TON of new stuff to review for you this year! The Tasting Sampler costs $50.00 and includes two digital value cards: One $50 card that can be used at over 40 outdoor food and beverage locations throughout the park (and does not expire), and a bonus $10.00 that can be used at the following quick-service restaurants after 4:00 PM from December 22, 2019 through January 4, 2020: Restaurantosaurus, Pizzafari, Flame Tree Barbecue, and Satu’li Canteen. Animal Kingdom Tasting Sampler This year, we see several new items join the lineup as well as returning items and menu mainstays that are also a part of the official sampling menu. Animal Kingdom Tasting Sampler And we couldn’t wait to pay a visit to Anandapur Ice Cream in Asia to check out their sweet contribution to the sampler, The Forbidden Mountain Cone. Anandapur Ice Cream Truck The Forbidden Mountain Cone is priced at $5.29 and features Chocolate and Vanilla ice cream with Snowflake Sprinkles. Forbidden Mountain Cone This is a sight to be seen! We love the pop of blue with the cone and sprinkles alongside the snowflakes. Forbidden Mountain Cone The Yeti even makes an appearance in the form of an edible chocolate piece. Yeti This is a fun one and an upgrade to your standard theme park cone! While the flavors aren’t groundbreaking (um…chocolate and vanilla?), the look is crisp and cool so it’ll make a great instagram post! ;-D Disney’s Animal Kingdom’s Tasting Sampler is available for purchase now through January 4, 2020! Do you plan on participating in Disney’s Animal Kingdom Tasting Sampler? Let us know below! Related posts: Listen UP! This is the ONE Treat You NEED This Holiday Season At Disney’s Animal Kingdom! We’re Reviewing EVERY Holiday Treat At Walt Disney World! See Them ALL Here! Wish Avatar a “Happy Birthday” With This UNIQUE Cupcake in Disney World! View the full article

There’s are SO many treats out in Disney World right now for the holiday season! Animal Kingdom And, while we’re loving all those Christmas goodies, we’re excited to see that Animal Kingdom Tasting Sampler is back with new and old treats for guests to try! And, we’re taking you with us to snack on some savory and sweet eats all around the park! Before we get to all the food, we’ve got some deets for you on the Tasting Sampler (if you’d like to join us on our snack-filled stroll). Animal Kingdom Tasting Sampler The sampler costs $50 and includes two digital value cards: one $50 card that can be used at over 40 outdoor food and beverage locations throughout the park (and does not expire), and a bonus $10 card that can be used at the following quick-service restaurants after 4 PM from December 22nd, 2019 through January 4th, 2020: Restaurantosaurus, Pizzafari, Flame Tree Barbecue, and Satu’li Canteen. Sounds like a pretty awesome deal, right?? Animal Kingdom Tasting Sampler BUT you don’t need to purchase the Tasting Sampler to enjoy these tasty treats! They’re available every day for all guests! And, without further adieu, let’s check out the eats and treats in Animal Kingdom! Discovery Island Over at Isle of Java, there are four festive drinks for Christmastime! You can sip on the Gingerbread Latte, Peppermint Hot Cocoa, Sea Salt Caramel Hot Cocoa, and S’mores Hot Cocoa (and all of them even count for a Disney Dining Plan snack credit!). Isle of Java Holiday Beverages DinoLand, U.S.A. After you’ve had your coffee or cocoa, you can head on over to Dino Diner, where there are plenty of things to satisfy your crunchy and salty cravings! The Dino Diner Menu Although we’ve seen the Corn Chip Pie last year as a delicious twist on nachos… Corn Chip Pie Check out our review of the Corn Chip Pie! …we’re snacking on the new Chips and Queso this year! Chips and Queso And, there is so much white queso (we’re not complaining) that you might need another bag of chips for these bbs!! Chips and Queso Check out our full review of the Chips and Queso here! Asia The Anandapur Ice Cream Truck is getting in on the sweet action with the Forbidden Mountain Cone (oooh, mysterious!). Forbidden Mountain Cone The chocolate and vanilla ice cream is topped with blue and snowflake sprinkles and a white chocolate Yeti piece. He might look a lil scary, but maybe he just needs a warm hug!! Forbidden Mountain Cone Check out our full review of the Forbidden Mountain Cone here! We’ll be updating this post throughout the day with more reviews and treats! Will you be grabbing an Animal Kingdom Tasting Sampler? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: The 31 Things To Eat In Disney World If You’re Obsessed With CHEESE!! FULL Review: NEW Burger and Build-Your-Own Sundae Dinner Experience at Animal Kingdom’s Restaurantosaurus! Review! Get Your “Party Party” on With the 10th Anniversary Avatar Cupcake in Disney World! View the full article

In case you missed the memo, there’s basically a Food Festival happening over at Disney’s Animal Kingdom right now! Tree of Life The Animal Kingdom’s Tasting Sampler has returned for a third run this winter. Here’s the 411. The Tasting Sampler costs $50.00 and includes two digital value cards: One $50 card that can be used at over 40 outdoor food and beverage locations throughout the park (and does not expire), and a bonus $10.00 that can be used at the following quick-service restaurants after 4:00 PM from December 22, 2019 through January 4, 2020: Restaurantosaurus, Pizzafari, Flame Tree Barbecue, and Satu’li Canteen. Animal Kingdom Tasting Sampler This year, we see several new items join the lineup, as well as returning items and menu mainstays that are also a part of the official sampling menu. Animal Kingdom Tasting Sampler The Dino Diner over in DinoLand U.S.A. is participating in the sampler with a brand new item, Chips and Queso! You already know we LOVE us some chips and dip. The Dino Diner The Chips and Queso is priced at 4.99 and featured on the menu alongside the mainstays. The Dino Diner menu We were served basic white queso and standard bagged chips. Chip and Queso But hey, we can’t complain with this one! The queso was a VERY generous portion for the price and had a nice little kick. Chips and Queso We think this is a solid addition to the Tasting Sample and of very good value! You NEVER know when that craving for chips and queso may strike..right? Disney’s Animal Kingdom Tasting Sampler is only available for purchase now through January 4, 2020 HERE! Do you plan on participating in Disney’s Animal Kingdom Tasting Sampler? Let us know below! Related posts: REVIEW: The COOL Forbidden Mountain Cone is THE Photo You Need To Take in Animal Kingdom This Year! Listen UP! This is the ONE Treat You NEED This Holiday Season At Disney’s Animal Kingdom! Wish Avatar a “Happy Birthday” With This UNIQUE Cupcake in Disney World! View the full article

The Epcot Transformation is in full swing with all the new restaurants, attractions, and films coming to the park! International Gateway Guest Relations And, although we’ve been keeping you up-to-date on the International Gateway’s construction (next to the Skyliner station in Epcot), we’re finally taking you INSIDE the completed Guest Relations building! We’ve already seen the redesigned entrance to the International Gateway, but now the new Guest Relations Lobby is open for visitors! International Gateway The International Gateway can be accessed from a path connecting Epcot’s World Showcase to Disney’s BoardWalk Resort, Disney’s Yacht and Beach Club Resorts, as well as walking access to Hollywood Studios. Annnd, it’s also next to the Skyliner station, so guests have a convenient spot to ask Cast Members questions about their visit to the park. International Gateway Guest Relations Signs The door to the Guest Relations building is propped open as a friendly welcome to guests, inviting everyone inside (and out of the Florida heat!). While the exterior is fairly simple in decoration… Guest Relations Entrance …the interior mixes rustic and modern elements together (which we LOOOVE)! The wallpaper has an intricate floral design… International Gateway Interior …while the wooden floors, paneling, and desks have a few small decorations on them! We think this is super warm and cozy (and perfect for Guest Relations!). International Gateway Interior Plus, there are GORGEOUS stained glass light fixtures that add a pop of color to the room! International Gateway Interior If you need to stop at Guest Relations, the International Gateway is both in a convenient location and has a beautiful interior and exterior that fits right into Epcot! You can keep up with the rest of the Epcot Transformation news by subscribing to our newsletter! Have you been inside the Epcot’s International Gateway yet? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: What’s New at Epcot: The Return of Gourmet Flavored Popcorn and the NEW Art of Disney Store! NEWS and Review: Sweet, Salty, and SUPER Yummy! Pretzel Bites with Beer Caramel Dip Have Arrived in Disney World! NEWS! The New Restrooms are FINALLY OPEN (AND We Got a Better Look at the Starbucks) in Epcot!! View the full article

Welcome back, DFB friends! We’re here with another DFB Video, and today we’re talking about some of the pros and cons about the NEW Riviera Resort in Disney World! Riviera Resort We’ve already taken you with us LIVE to the grand opening of Riviera Resort as we toured the restaurants, rooms, and MORE! And, even though Riviera has some amazing new things to offer to guests, there are still a few drawbacks about the resort. But, DFB has got you covered! We’re here to share the 5 things you need to know before you stay at the Riviera! We’re talking about the prices, atmosphere, food, and even the transportation! So, what are you waiting for?? Check out our Riviera Resort tips 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! So check out the video and then let us know: Will you be staying at the Riviera Resort soon? Or, have you visited already? Related posts: Review! It’s Time to Party with the NEW Riviera Resort Cupcake in Disney World! (P.S. It’s SUPER Cute) DFB Video: 5 Disney Changes That Turned Out Way Better Than Expected DFB Video: 10 Things That Got Way Better in Disney World in 2019! View the full article

We’ve been hard at work in the parks scoping out all the latest news for you! First, a few things to remember… . We have a BRAND NEW T-SHIRT LINE! If you’ve been waiting for DFB t-shirts, they’re HERE! We hope you’ll take a look at them right here! There are lot of BRAND NEW 2020 DISCOUNTS for Disney World Hotels and Packages, and we’ve got them all here! FULL Menus and EVERY SINGLE food photo is up for Disney World’s Festival of the Holidays! And be sure to check out our BEST of the Fest! ©Disney We have a lot to share with you this week, so let’s jump right in… All the News From the Disney Parks We shared a full photo tour from Disney’s Riviera Resort! <– BIG NEWS! This Animal Kingdom News Is a huge relief! <– FINALLY News! We shared what’s new in Disney Springs this week! Check out the new Star Wars refillable mug at Disney World. <— BIG NEWS! Check out what’s new at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Aunt Polly’s is open again at the Magic Kingdom! <—Holiday News! Here’s an ultimate guide to all Disney World attractions for 2020. Have you spotted these ‘The Mandalorian’ Easter eggs in Disney World? Is Big Thunder Mountain temporarily closing in the spring of 2020? <—BIG NEWS! Check out the new ‘Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker’ exhibit at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. See how you can be one of the first people to dine at Space 220. New holiday treats and cupcakes arrive on Disney Cruise Line ships. Check out what’s closed for refurbishment at Disney World this week. We shared what’s new at Epcot right now. Find out why Disney World has been giving away free tickets. <—Weird News! Check out the latest update on the closing of Electric Umbrella in Epcot. We spotted a new Lightning McQueen bus at Disney World. Get the details on the new ‘Rise of Skywalker’ scene in Star Tours. The Art of Disney is now open in Epcot’s American Adventure Pavilion. We shared what’s new at Pop Century and the All Star Resorts. Epcot’s gourmet popcorn cart has returned. The signs for ‘Awesome Planet’ have been spotted in Epcot. Check out what’s new right now at the Magic Kingdom. There’s already been a change to the lineup for the Garden Rocks Concert Series. Read about the new procedure for boarding groups for Rise of the Resistance. <—BIG NEWS! Did you know about all these Easter eggs in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge? Pepe celebrated National Sangria Day in Disney Springs. A new signature celebrity-created margarita is coming to La Cava!! Find out WHO Developed the Recipe! Cirque du Soleil shows are already selling out at Disney World. Big Top Treats and Souvenirs has reopened at the Magic Kingdom. Check out the photos of the TRON Lightcycle Run ride vehicles! See more about the vehicles here! Read more about the NFL’s new sweepstakes with Disney World. We shared a photo tour of the Voyageurs’ Lounge at Disney’s Riviera Resort. There’s a new-ish secret menu item at Sunshine Tree Terrace. We found a cute new R2-D2 Dome Cake at Disney Springs. Here’s a recipe for making Disney World spiked coffee at home. We shared details on two new holiday dinners at Disneyland. The Disneyland Resort Express is ending soon! Get all the details on the return of the Disney Villains After Hours. Reservations are now open for the Garden Rocks Concert Series dining packages. See the latest update to Mobile Order at Disney World. 5 hidden things you didn’t know you could do at Disney World, but you totally should. There’s a new Burger of the Month in Disneyland’s Downtown Disney District. Check out this cute new chocolate pinata in Disney Springs. See all the new content coming to Disney+ through January 14. <– Disney+ News! There’s a new chef’s table experience for Tables in Wonderland members. Find out what attraction just reopened at Disneyland Paris. More details were revealed for the 2020 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival. Could Disney World be getting a train from the airport? <– Trip Planning News! The lineup of performers was announced for the 2020 Garden Rocks Concert Series. Check out the new seasonal side dish at The Polite Pig. Primo Piatto at Disney’s Riviera Resort is now on Mobile Order. We shared what’s new at Disney’s Coronado Springs, Old Key West, and Saratoga Springs. There’s been an update to the Santa Hat Cotton Candy in Epcot. DFB Reviews We shared a full review and photos of dinner at Topolino’s Terrace at Disney’s Riviera Resort. Check out the exclusive menu at Bar Riva! We reviewed breakfast and lunch at Primo Piatto at Disney’s Riviera Resort. We checked out the new Monte Cristo at Disney’s Riviera Resort. We shared our review of the character breakfast at Topolino’s Terrace! <– NEW CHARACTER MEAL We shared a review of Banana Cabana at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort. We reviewed new Pretzel Bites with Beer Caramel Dip in Epcot. <– NEW ARRIVAL Check out the new margaritas in Epcot. We reviewed three new Star Wars drinks with fun glow cubes at Hollywood Studios. You need to get this new Wookie Cookie at Hollywood Studios. We reviewed breakfast at the Yak and Yeti Local Foods Cafe at Animal Kingdom. Check out the holiday goodies from Disneyland Paris! We shared our review of lunch at The Hollywood Brown Derby. We reviewed the new Texas Chili Mac and Cheese in Disney Springs. We checked out a new holiday drink at Pop Century. Take a peek at this cute Mike Wazowski cupcake at Disney World. We reviewed the super festive Sugar Plum Cranberry Cheesecake! Check out our review of new holiday drinks at the All Star Resorts. We shared a review of the NEW Dole Whip Float at the Magic Kingdom. <– BIG NEWS! We reviewed the new holiday menu at Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar. Check out this cute new Tiki Gingerbread Cookie at Disney World. We reviewed the new cupcake at Disney’s Riviera Resort. We checked out lunch at the Spyglass Grill at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort. You won’t believe this massive cinnamon roll at the Wilderness Lodge. Celebrate the 10th anniversary of ‘Avatar’ with this cupcake. We reviewed new menu items at Disneyland’s Black Tap Craft Burgers. We checked out the new Firecracker Shrimp and Blackened Grouper at Disney World. Candy Cane Beignets have returned to Disneyland. Check out these three secret menu holiday drinks in Disney World. Must-Have Merchandise Disneyland Paris set to reissue Euro Disney merchandise. Take a look at the merchandise for the 2020 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend. You’ll find new ‘Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker’ merchandise online. Check out these new Disneyland Parks tumblers at Starbucks. We have the latest details on the Redd Minnie Ears. Check out the new Bride and Groom Ear Hats at Disney World. This Baby Yoda and Disney snacks artwork is so adorable! You’ve gotta see the new Dooney & Bourke collection featuring ‘The Aristocats.’ Check out this gorgeous new ‘The Aristocats’ dress. There’s a new limited edition ‘Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker’ MagicBand. TWO new lightsabers now available in Savi’s Workshop (SPOILER ALERT!). <– HUGE Star Wars NEWS! Check out the opening night pin for ‘Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker.’ We found a fun new collection of clothing featuring Baby Yoda. We spotted even MORE retro Disney kitchen goodies. There’s a fun new onesie available now in Epcot. Check out this super cute D-O sipper at Disney World. A new Rebecca Hook trunk show is coming to Disney Springs. We spotted some cute Space Mountain sweatpants at the Magic Kingdom. There’s a new Belle of the Ball Bronze plush toy! We found a super cute hat featuring Mickey and Minnie. There’s a new phone case for Disneyland Annual Passholders. We spotted cute new Disney food Wishables at Aulani. See where you can find 2020 merchandise at all the Disney Parks. The holiday Minnie Ears are selling out fast! NEW DFB YouTube Videos 7 Things You Don’t Need to Worry About in Disney World Our Top Picks for the Most Outrageously Expensive Disney Experiences 5 Disney Changes That Turned Out Way Better Than Expected Bizarre Disney Honeymoon Stories…and Tips We Learned from Them! New DFB Video — Bizarre Disney Honeymoon Stories…and Tips We Learned From Them! Have you subscribed to the DFB YouTube Channel? We’ve got FOUR brand new videos EVERY WEEK showcasing our adventures in Disney World and Disneyland! This week, we’re sharing our latest video: Bizarre Disney Honeymoon Stories…and Tips We Learned From Them! — and don’t forget to subscribe here.  Deal of the Week: Pre-Order the 2020 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining for 25% off It’s time to pre-order the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining 2020 e-book! Get the 2020 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining With over 700 pages of full-color photos, tips on the best restaurants, an ENTIRE chapter on snacks — including the best snack credit values throughout the parks and resorts — and a full break-down of whether the Disney Dining Plan is worth it for your family, now’s the time to get started! What’s in the DFB Guide? The DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full to overflowing with tools and features to make your trip go smoothly, including: A 5-Step Strategy for Disney Dining Planning, covering everything you need to know from budgeting and booking to kids’ meals, dining discounts, and fireworks. A comprehensive and in-depth look at EVERY Disney World restaurant, kiosk, bar, and lounge, including our personal tips to ensure a positive and stress-free dining experience. Four free, downloadable worksheets for planning your trip. These worksheets are designed to help you execute all the steps of planning the perfect Disney dining experience. And they’re reusable for all of your future trips! Seven sample one-day dining itineraries for a head-start on planning. A comprehensive index of bars and lounges WITH reviews. An often under-appreciated option for both dining and entertainment, the e-Book devotes a whole index to the topic. The ability to be read on your mobile device or computer! It’s fully portable right in your pocket! You can order your copy today for 25% off the cover price! Just use code WDW2020! On to the Round-Up! Mickey Fix shared these adorable Mickey and Minnie Wine Glasses. WDW for Grownups shared a review of Noelle Kringle’s Cafe on the Christmas Tree Trail. Disney Parks Blog shared a cute Disney Doodle starring the Gummi Bears! Disney Family shared a recipe for D-O Cookies! Don’t Miss ANY Disney Food News! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Related posts: The ULTIMATE GUIDE to Disney’s NEW and Newly Announced Restaurants! Disney NEWS This Week! The Latest and Greatest AND MUST-READ News From The Most Magical Places On Earth! The Most IMPORTANT Disney News You MISSED This Week! View the full article

Along with a series of Disney Parks holiday stories this week, we also looked ahead to 2020 and shared new information about next year’s exciting Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival. The annual festival is revving up to be a show stopper, with a Garden Rocks Concert Series talent lineup like never before. And as always, there will be a kaleidoscope of colorful blooms, topiaries and gardens designed to inspire wonder as well as fabulous food at the event’s 17 Outdoor Kitchens and other food-and-beverage stops. The festival, including Garden Rocks concerts and all gardens and exhibits, is included in regular Epcot admission. Visit FreshEpcot.com or call (407) W-DISNEY for more information. Check out Jenn’s earlier story for more details on the Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival. Also this week, we celebrated the grand opening of Disney’s Riviera Resort at the Walt Disney World Resort. If you missed it, you can still see a #DisneyParksLIVE stream replay of the dedication moment. Here are some of the other stories we worked on this week. Star Tours at Disney Parks Begins Service to New Destinations Inspired by Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker – Guests at Disney Parks around the world will be boarding Starspeeders and heading to exciting destinations inspired by Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker! First-Ever Disneyland Paris Princess Run Coming in May 2020 – In tribute to all of our beloved Disney Princesses, guests can now sign up for the very first edition of the Disneyland Paris Princess Run next year from May 8-10! Ring in the New Year with the Disney Parks 2020 Collection – As we prepare for a whole new decade, the annual merchandise collection is back with a bang at Disneyland Resort, Walt Disney World Resort, Disneyland Paris, Hong Kong Disneyland and Shanghai Disney Resort as well as online at shopDisney.com! Find Star Wars-Inspired Gifts at Disney Parks this Holiday Season – We’ve compiled the top gift ideas and experiences available at Disney Parks this holiday season! Disney Springs Foodie News: December 2019 – This edition of Foodie News features an array of holiday offerings as well as an announcement regarding Wine Bar George. New Villains Caravan and More Coming to Disney Villains After Hours at Magic Kingdom Park Next Year! – We are counting down the days until Disney Villains After Hours returns to Magic Kingdom Park for 24 select nights starting February 7, 2020. Disney Cruise Line Crew Members Spread Holiday Cheer in Local Port Communities – This holiday season, Crew Members from all four ships and Castaway Cay – along with our favorite pals, Captain Mickey and Captain Minnie – delivered gifts to more than 1,500 children in hospitals, schools and children’s care facilities during outreach visits that celebrate the spirit of giving and gratitude. View the full article

It’s the Festival of Lights, better known as Hanukkah. Time to light the menorah and enjoy the family! Artist, Jeff Maurer, shows Donald’s nephews playing a game of dreidel. Looks like Louie is going to win all the chocolate coins! Download the wallpaper now for your desktop or mobile device! Be sure to check out the terms of use about using the wallpaper before you download it. Happy Hanukkah! View the full article

Anyone can tell you that the holiday season is one of the best times of the year for delicious sweets and eats! Magic Kingdom Holidays Are HERE! Well, we don’t want you going hungry at this festive time! So, we thought we’d throw together a list of some MUST-DO recipes for Christmastime that come straight from Disney World. That’s right, Disney dining in your own home! Read on to find out all the Disney World you’ll NEED to survive the holidays! We’ve got a handful of yummy recipes lined up for you. Some are meals, some are sweets so there’s something for every kitchen. Pick out your fave and give it a try at home, or don’t pick out your fave and try them all! Let’s start the list off with a couple of tried-and-true Disney classics. Mickey Waffles We’re gonna say something scary: Christmas morning breakfast. EEK! There’s a ton of pressure on this meal with kiddos wanting the morning to be every bit of magical. With late nights around the holidays and early risings, Christmas breakfast is no easy task. Enter MICKEY WAFFLES! Mickey Waffle These guys are deceptively easy (all you need is the right mix!) and Mickey is sure to please everyone at the breakfast table. Click here to check out the full Mickey Waffles at HOME recipe! Cinnamon Rolls If you’re looking to add a little more pizzazz to breakfast (or a little more icing!) swing for our favorite Disney World recipe. Oh yeah, that’s right. It’s the iconic Cinnamon Rolls from Main Street Bakery! We’ve used this recipe a few times and they are DELICIOUS every time! Gaston’s Cinnamon Roll Click here to add the colossal classic to your recipe repertoire! Wanna see a step-by-step — WITH PHOTOS and TIPS — way to make this one? CLICK HERE! Colcannon Soup Next up, we’ve got a recipe that’s a perfect winter dish! It’s Colcannon Soup from Raglan Road Irish Pub and Restaurant! This soup is only occasionally on the menu and is made with potatoes, cabbage, aaaaand BACON! Colcannon Soup Colcannon Soup is a super filling and warm dish that’s perfect for those cool winter days! Warm-up those insides with the recipe by clicking here! Uncle Walt’s Chili Next up we’ve got another hearty, belly-warming dish. It’s Walt Disney’s own chili recipe! There are tons of places you can find chili in Disney World (get it dumped on a hot dog at Casey’s Corner) with a bunch of varying recipes, but the number one way to make Disney chili is with Walt’s own recipe. Walt’s Chili It’s said that Walt used to SWEAR by this chili recipe and…he was a pretty smart guy. So, check out what’s so tasty about Walt’s chili for yourself with the full recipe! Gingerbread Mickey Beignets Now, let’s move on to some holiday sweets! You might have heard of the Gingerbread Beignets…or you might not have considering they’re a secret menu item at Scat Cat’s Club in Port Orleans Resort! Well, whether or not you’ve heard of them, you’ve GOT TO HAVE THEM. Gingerbread Beignets They’re the quintessential Disney holiday treat and you can make them in the comfort of your own home! Just click here to snag the full recipe and get cookin’! Pecan Maple Bark Now, beignets can be messy and what if you want a holiday treat on the go? Maybe to nosh while you’re out peeking at Christmas lights? Boy, do we have the answer for you! We saw this Pecan Maple Bark at Epcot during the holidays in years passed and we just had to jot down the recipe. Pecan Maple Bark It’s sweet, it’s salty, it’s portable… What else could you want!? Get your holiday snack on on-the-go with the full recipe for this tasty treat. Pumpkin Mousse Trifle And last but certainly not least, we have the Pumpkin Mousse Trifle with Cranberries and Apricot-Orange Sauce. We know what you’re thinking: “Fall is over, aren’t we done with the pumpkin thing?” We say NEVER! Are you really gonna pass up on pumpkin pie at Christmas? The Pumpkin Mousse Trifle has been seen at Epcot International Food and Wine Festival and has some awesome holiday flavors. Pumpkin Mousse with Ocean Spray Craisins and Orange Sauce This dessert is a cool and easy alternative to pumpkin pie that will have you singing pumpkiny praises. Click here for the full recipe and find out how gourd this trifle really is! So, there you have it! Those are our must-have recipes for the holiday season! Don’t get caught without a plan when you’re tasked with bringing a dish to the fam Christmas party! Consult this list, and you’ll be cookin’ in no time! Want to see more Disney recipes? Click here! Which wintery recipe will you be cooking up this holiday season? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: ALL the LIMITED TIME TREATS Coming to Disney World and Disneyland for MICKEY’S 90TH BIRTHDAY Celebration!! Here It Is! Our ULTIMATE GUIDE to EVERY SINGLE Arendelle Aqua Treat in Disney World and Disneyland (plus full reviews!)! News: New Dining Discounts for Disney World Annual Passholders for 45th Anniversary Year View the full article

Hear ye! Hear ye! Let it be known that the Great Republic of the Disney Food Blog will be reviewing dinner henceforth at Liberty Tree Tavern! Liberty Tree Tavern That’s right, friends! With Christmastime in full swing at Disney World’s Magic Kingdom, we were craving those comforting flavors of a traditional American-style feast that only Liberty Tree Tavern can satisfy! Join us at the table for our holiday all-you-can-eat meal — we saved you a place! Being long-time tavern devotees, we love returning to our Disney World home for the holidays, Liberty Tree Tavern, (oh, you thought those were restrooms upstairs? That’s actually our private living quarters!). But even though this long-time Magic Kingdom institution serves up a classic American bill of fare that is very reminiscent of the holidays, it’s actually the same food they serve here year-round! So if you ever find yourself hankering for a Thanksgiving dinner in oh, I don’t know, say…mid-July? Liberty Tree Tavern’s got you covered! Liberty Tree Tavern Atmosphere With so much construction happening throughout Disney World right now, it alleviates some of our adversity to change to see places like Liberty Tree Tavern that have remained relatively untouched throughout the years. Liberty Tree Tavern The decor is just as we remember it — colonial-style furnishings with little historical elements sprinkled throughout! But rather than feeling stuffy (like you’re eating in a museum or something!) Liberty Tree Tavern has a unique charm and coziness to it — the likes of which we’d be hard-pressed to find anywhere else in Disney World. Liberty Tree Tavern Having each room themed after a different American patriot makes almost every time you dine at Liberty Tree Tavern a unique experience. The restaurant itself is enormous while each of its six dining rooms feels small and intimate. Some of the various rooms even include hearths and fireplaces which majorly up the homey-ness factor for us! Liberty Tree Tavern We were even treated to some special holiday decorations during our recent visit, being ACTUAL Christmastime and all! Liberty Tree Tavern But now it’s time to get down to business! Let’s see if Liberty Tree Tavern’s dinner tastes as good as we remember! Eats Years ago, Liberty Tree Tavern began providing a list of a la carte options for their lunch service in addition to their prix fixe all-you-care-to-enjoy meal. But for dinner service, Liberty Tree Tavern only serves its traditional bill of fare. The cost is $39 for adults and $21 for kids ages 3-9. Included in the price, you’ll be given a salad, Patriot’s Platter (which we’ll get more into in a sec) and dessert. The meal is brought to your table and served family-style. Liberty Tree Tavern Menu The salad, a.k.a. Declaration Salad, is fresh and tasty, but by no means the star of this star-spangled meal. It’s a simple mix of greens, lightly dressed with vinaigrette and tossed with a few strands of red onion and some sliced cherry tomatoes. (On our visit, the Romaine was missing…because Romaine had been recalled yet again. Womp womp.) Definitely eat some, because you’re in Disney World and it’s highly possible that you haven’t had a green vegetable in a while, but don’t fill up! There’s more to come! Declaration Salad Let’s talk about that Patriot’s Platter we mentioned earlier. This parade of meats and sides is the true spectacle of American eats we came here for! First up, Roasted Turkey with Gravy and Seasonal Vegetables! Today’s offering was Green Beans, which we were really happy about! They tasted great with all that turkey doused in rich, creamy gravy! And did we mention you can eat as much of this stuff as you want? Finish a platter, and they’ll bring you another one! The fun doesn’t have to stop once you clean your plate — as long as you got room for more! Turkey with Gravy and Green Beans Next up, Pot Roast and Mashed Potatoes! The roast is melt-in-your-mouth delicious; so juicy and tender, while the mashed spuds are the real deal! These mashed potatoes are buttery and super THICK! You can even see little bits of the potato skins mashed up in them! We usually ask for seconds (or thirds!) on just the mashed potatoes alone! Pot Roast And you can never have too much gravy. Luckily this pewter gravy boat is amply-proportioned and holds a ton of the good stuff! Even still, we usually have to ask for a gravy refill! Gravy for Patriot’s Platter The Oven-roasted Pork and Herb Stuffing are the next to arrive with a side of Cranberry Sauce. Just in case you’ve lost count, that’s THREE meats we’ve eaten during this ONE meal. And everything we’ve tasted so far has been super tasty! There are truly no duds in this feast! Liberty Tree We hope you saved A LOT of room for the next course — Macaroni and Cheese! We could eat bowls of just this stuff alone, it’s so cheesy and creamy! Plus the little elbow noodles hold onto all that rich cheese sauce making every bite wonderful! Mac and Cheese Here’s something cool you might not know about — if you’re traveling with kids who haven’t acquired the taste for traditional Americana flavors like pot roast or stuffing, you can always ask your server (nicely!) for Chicken Fingers and French Fries for no extra cost! It’s not guaranteed, but they may be able to help you out. That way, everyone walks away with a very happy, and VERY FULL tummy! Chicken Fingers and French Fries But we’re not walking away yet — not when dessert’s coming up NEXT! And Liberty Tree Tavern’s Ooey Gooey Toffee Cake is THE STUFF OF LEGEND! We’re talking a big plate of vanilla toffee cake smothered in chocolate sauce, toffee crumbles, and vanilla ice cream. Behold! Liberty Tree Tavern’s Ooey Gooey Toffee Cake! The cake is served warm so the ice cream and chocolate sauce get all melty while the little bits of toffee are SO buttery and delicious. While the feast as a whole is amazing, we have to force ourselves to remember to save room for this epic American marvel of a dessert! Make Your OWN Disney Ooey Gooey Toffee Cake! Click Here For The Recipe! Overall For us? It’s still a winner. True — Liberty Tree Tavern isn’t serving “market-inspired cuisine” that you’ll get at Disney’s Contemporary Resort’s California Grill or even a fresh take on comfort food like you’ll find at Chef Art Smith’s homecomin’ in Disney Springs. But it’s a classic Disney restaurant with delicious comfort food and a fun AND EDUCATIONAL setting. It remains one of our favorites in Magic Kingdom. Whether it’s the holiday season or not, we’ve decided we’ll be keeping our tradition of dining at Liberty Tree Tavern! Thanks for joining us! Have you supped at Liberty Tree Tavern before? Give us your review in the comments below! Related posts: Review: Dinner at Liberty Tree Tavern in Disney World’s Magic Kingdom Review: Menu Updates and More At Magic Kingdom’s Liberty Tree Tavern Best Restaurants for Thanksgiving and Christmas in Walt Disney World View the full article

There are SO many exciting changes coming with the Epcot Transformation. Regal Eagle Sign While we’ll be able to dine in space (!!!) at Space 220, shrink to the size of a rat on Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure, and step into the beloved fairytale with the Beauty and the Beast Sing-Along, we are also so close to the opening of Regal Eagle Smokehouse with the latest restaurant progress. While we’ve been anticipating Regal Eagle’s supposed December 2020 grand opening, we’ve been keeping you up to date on all the restaurant’s construction at the American Adventure Pavilion. And, although there are still a few things being worked on… Regal Eagle Construction …the outdoor seating area and patio have been opened up for guests to rest their feet (and grab a bite later)! Regal Eagle Seating Area While we think that the red and gray cobblestone will pair nicely with Regal Eagle’s all-American, patriotic theme… Regal Eagle Patio …we’re also just really excited to relax on one of the benches and snack on some smoked pork and home-made sauces. ;D Regal Eagle Patio Curious about the eats coming to Regal Eagle? You can check out our review of some of the menu items here! And, you can keep up with Regal Eagle news by subscribing to our newsletter! Will you be going to Regal Eagle when it opens in Epcot? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: What’s New at Epcot: The Return of Gourmet Flavored Popcorn and the NEW Art of Disney Store! NEWS and Review: Sweet, Salty, and SUPER Yummy! Pretzel Bites with Beer Caramel Dip Have Arrived in Disney World! Munch On Beans, Bacon, And MORE With The Traditional English Breakfast in Disney World! View the full article

Epcot is getting a HUGE makeover over the next few years with its incredible transformation. Epcot Experience And we’re just at the start of all the construction happening around the park. Buuuut, there is something new that’s been finished (and something new in progress next door!). We’ve been keeping you updated on ALL the construction in Epcot, and we’re happy to tell you that the additional restrooms located between Future World and the World Showcase have finally opened! New Restrooms in Epcot The building fits right into the World Showcase design with its wooden roof and the use of a mosaic just inside! Restroom Mosaic While the restrooms are available for all guests passing through, there is also another companion restroom for anyone with disabilities, new mothers, or people who just needs some extra space. Companion Restroom Plus, there’s even a water fountain and a refillable water bottle station just outside so guests can stay hydrated while they get their steps in for the day (Our FAV! Yaaaaayyyy!!!) Water Bottle Station and Water Fountain Although it may just seem like a restroom, this is a great central location between both parts of Epcot. Instead of having to backtrack through the World Showcase or Future World, guests are able to find these restrooms quickly and easily without the hassle. New Restrooms in Epcot Annnd, just next door, the confirmed Starbucks location is making some great progress! While we’ve spotted the logo on the side of the building, now we can see the glowing green “Starbucks” lettering. It’s almost beckoning us inside for some coffee tbh! The Starbucks Sign! After seeing all the construction and finished products, we are even more excited for everything coming to the park with the Epcot Transformation! You can keep up with any Epcot news by subscribing to our newsletter! Have you spotted the new restrooms and Starbucks location in Epcot? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: What’s New at Epcot: The Return of Gourmet Flavored Popcorn and the NEW Art of Disney Store! CONFIRMED: We Found The New Starbucks In Epcot! NEWS! More of Epcot’s Space-Themed Restaurant Has Been Revealed! View the full article