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Ciao friends! And welcome back to the 2019 Epcot International Food and Wine Festival! 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival As you may know, this is one of our favorite times of year at Epcot! There is just so much to do and eat — from tasting your way around the Festival Kiosks to attending special events. So far this year we’ve enjoyed several — such as the Mix It! Make It! Celebrate It! Workshop and the Parisian Breakfast. And now we’re headed to one of our favorite pavilions for the Italian Food, Wine vs. Beer Pairing Event! The Italian Food, Wine vs. Beer Pairing Event takes place select Tuesdays and Thursdays at 1:30pm at Via Napoli Ristorante e Pizzeria. Via Napoli The event is a five-course Italian meal — where each course is paired with samples of both hand-selected Italian wine AND beer. We’ve attended this event in the past and enjoyed ourselves, and were excited to see what was in store for us this year! We checked in at the podium and were escorted to the indoor porch, which had been sectioned off for the event. (The rest of the restaurant is still running as usual.) Italian Sangria As we checked-in, a Cast Member handed us a glass of Italian Sangria. It was light and refreshing and a perfect way to kick off the event. At the table, you’ll notice that each table setting has 10 (!!!) small glasses for the wine and beer samples, a water glass, cutlery, and a menu of the yumminess coming your way. It’s also important to note, this is a family-style meal so smaller parties may be seated with other small parties. But don’t fret — it’s fun to chat with folks about Disney (especially when the wine and beer start flowing). Place Setting Also set out were individual plates of Italian bread and communal plates of olive oil. But as tempting as it is — try not to fill up! You’ve got 5 courses coming your way. (But if you can’t resist (guilty), it’s good to note Cast Members come by and offer you additional bread throughout the meal.) Italian Bread After everyone got settled, we were welcomed by a Via Napoli manager. He laid out how the meal would work — before each course he would explain the carefully crafted dish including ingredients and backstory. Via Napoli Manager Additionally, a beer expert would explain her choice for each course. Italian Beer Expert And an Italian Sommelier would tell us about the chosen wine! Italian Sommelier The two ladies ended up being very knowledgeable and entertaining — not only did they explain the flavors and key elements of each drink, but they had a fun back-and-forth about which beverage is better. We really enjoyed the fun atmosphere that these two Cast Members encouraged! After introductions, it was time for our first course: Grilled Octopus with a Potato Cake, Roasted Cherry Tomatoes, and Gremolata. Course 1: Grilled Octopus The manager explained that Naples, Italy (where Via Napoli gets its namesake and cooking style), is not only known for pizza, but for seafood because of the close proximity to the water. It is customary for local fisherman to catch whatever is freshest and in season, and then for locals to serve it to guests as a welcome. The Octopus dish was paired with a sparkling rosé, as well as a light Italian beer called ViaEmilia. Course 1: Grilled Octopus, Sparkling Rosé and Light Beer We were a little apprehensive about starting the meal with tentacles, but as soon as the manager explained the accompanying potato cake was made with fresh Parmesan, we were on board. Course 1: Inside of Potato Cake Honestly, this was DELICIOUS. The Octopus was light and fresh — not at all fishy as we expected. It also wasn’t overwhelmingly chewy, and we didn’t even notice the suckers on their way down. (This thing’s bark is worse than its bite.) And the potato cake was obviously amazing — potatoes + fresh Italian cheese? Yes, please. We also really enjoyed the simple roasted cherry tomatoes as they added a brightness and subtle sweetness to the appetizer. Honestly, a bite of all three components was absolutely perfect. Color us surprised at how much we enjoyed this version of octopus! Course 1: Sparkling Wine Bottle In this round, our table preferred the Sparkling wine to the beer. Don’t get us wrong — we liked the beer a lot! It was light and crisp, and more flavorful than most domestic light beers. Call us basic, but the slightly sweet, slightly dry, very bubbly pink wine couldn’t be topped. At this point, we should note that during each course servers walked around offering to top off that round’s wine or beer, should you find one you’re particularly fond of. And water, which is very important. But this is the fun of the event — to try multiple beverages and figure out which one is the winner for you during each course! After folks were done with course 1 and their dishes were cleared, the Via Napoli team came out again to introduce the next round. It was time for their signature dish: PIZZA! Course 2: Pizza Margherita The Manager explained that Via Napoli does their darndest to make pizza just like you’d get in Naples. They import as many ingredients as possible from Italy — including the flour, tomatoes, and cheese. (The Sommelier also told me the water is imported from somewhere in Pennsylvania because it has the closest water PH to Italy. Now THAT is dedication.) The pizza we’d be having today was an iconic choice — the Pizza Margherita. Simple and perfect, this pie is made with buffalo mozzarella, San Marzano tomatoes, fresh basil, and Extra Virgin Olive Oil. Course 2: Pizza Margherita, Wine, and Beer We loved this pizza! Which is probably a good thing because it’s Via Napoli’s claim to fame. The simple flavor combination was perfect — with the gooey pockets of Italian cheese being a highlight. This round’s beer was one of Italy’s most popular and ubiquitous, Peroni. It was heavier than the first beer, but still light enough to pair perfectly with the pizza. The wine was a red blend, which tasted much lighter than it looked. It too, had more bite than the previous drink but wasn’t overwhelming when it came to enjoying it with the ‘Za. Course 2: Wine and Beer Selections As we finished up with course 2, we decided this round’s winner was the beer. As Jessyca the Beer Manager pointed out, when it comes to pizza — people want beer! We moved right along into Course 3, Italy’s other specialty — PASTA! Course 3: Pasta with Sausage Ragu, Meatballs, and Ribs This time, we were told about big Italian Sunday dinners, when families come together to share a meal. Usually, the meal is a little of this, a little of that — which is what we were served! Course 3 was Paccheri Pasta, Beef Meatballs, Pork Ribs, and a Sausage Ragu Sauce. Course 3: Pasta with Sausage Ragu, Meatballs, and Ribs Not to be dramatic, but we want to fall into a vat of this sauce. It was so perfectly balanced with fresh Italian herbs and spices. The pasta was a perfect al dente, and the big noodles were just right for the Ragu. Plus the big shaves of cheese were divine. The ribs were literally fall-off-the-bone tender (seriously, we picked it up and the meat fell off!). And the meatballs? Ah the meatballs! Moist and flavorful — dare we say this was our favorite course! For Round 3, we were given Moretti La Rossa Beer and a Primitivo Red Wine. Both were darker than previous courses in order to stand up to the beef. But yet, they were still light enough to not overpower the pork or noodles. Course 3: Wine and Beer For our group, this round went to Wine. When eating a heavier course (read: three kinds of meat), We prefer a drink that’s not as filling as beer. That said, it was continuously fun to see how the wines and beers were carefully chosen to reflect the ingredients. Can’t fill up now — course 4 is on the way! With course 3 being the heaviest course, it was time to start winding down. Therefore the next selection was a Cheese Plate! Course 4: Course Platter From left to right, we were presented with an aged Parmesan and Honeycomb, Gorgonzola and Tomato Chutney, and Provolone with Grapes. We were also given Grissini (crunchy Italian bread-sticks) to use with the cheeses. But pro tip: use that Italian bread we told you about earlier instead! It’s a much easier surface to pile on cheese and toppings. All three kinds of cheese were delightful — with the Gorgonzola being our personal fave. It was lighter than an average blue cheese, but stronger than the provolone or Parmesan on the plate. No matter what you enjoy, this dish encourages you to mix and match ingredients and flavor combinations! Course 4: Cheese Platter, Wine, and Beer To go with the cheese platter, we were given another Red Blend as well as a Super “Floreale” beer. Both were very fruit-forward, which makes sense considering they were paired with cheese! Course 4: Wine and Beer Color us surprised for the second time this meal, but we liked the beer more than the wine with the cheese! This was collectively our favorite beer of the day, and we were told it’s a Belgian Style Ale. (But still made in Italy of course.) Course 4: Super Floreale Beer And now we come to the last course: DESSERT! Course 5: Dessert The last course was a Baked Doughnut topped with powdered sugar and filled with cream, and topped with an Amarena cherry. Course 5: Dessert with Beer and Wine The donut was the perfect dessert to close out our meal. It was a wonderful balance of rich and light — and wasn’t overwhelmingly heavy after a four-course meal. Course 5: Donut Cross Section The cream was fresh and tasted homemade. The pastry was flaky, yet it held up well to the cream filling. Overall, the dessert was the perfect sweet (but not too sweet) way to end the meal. Course 5: Wine and Beer For our last round beverages, we received a Baladin Leon Beer and a sweet Moscato Wine. This time Laura, the Sommelier, was the cheeky one — she said her grandmother would roll in her grave at the thought of beer with dessert! We have to say we agreed — the sweet wine (the only white wine of the day) was a perfect compliment to the donut. Perhaps we were full, but the beer just seemed too heavy with the donut, though we did love the notes of caramel. Menu As a close, we were encouraged to bring our menus with us — which we certainly did! We can’t wait to look for some of these wines at our local stores. Though I have a feeling, our home cooking won’t be quite as good. As we left Via Napoli, we were handed little containers of freshly baked Italian cookies as a fun takeaway. Italian Cookies Overall, this was a very leisurely and delicious experience. All in all, the meal took about 3 hours, so if you have limited time at the Food and Wine Festival, this may not be the best Special Event for you. At $99 per person, it’s not an inexpensive meal by any means. But when you factor in that it’s an entire experience — complete with 5 very delicious courses and solid pours of wine and beer throughout — it’s a pretty decent value. We learned a lot about wine, beer, and Italian culture, enjoyed some delectable dishes (we’re still stunned by the octopus), and found new favorite drinks for our next visit to the Italian pavilion. If you’re a big fan of Italian cuisine, want to learn more about wine or beer, or are looking for to try something different this year at Food and Wine, this event is certainly one you should consider during Epcot’s Festival! Are you headed to a Special Event at the Food and Wine Festival this year? Let us know in the comments! 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Even though we love making our way through the eats in Disneyland, sometimes sipping on their most refreshing drinks is just as satisfying. Catal While you can stop for a boozy beverage at many of the restaurants in Downtown Disney, the newest Mega Cocktail is so big that you’ll probably need to grab a few friends to finish it! The NEW Blueberry Sangria has joined Catal and UVA Bar‘s Mega Cocktail Menu! Uva Bar Western Son blueberry vodka is mixed with cabernet sauvignon, simple syrup, and lemon juice to make an irresistible fruity drink. It’s hard to gauge scale on this drink but it is BIG. Easily shareable by 2 (or more!). Check out the size of the cups below compared to the plate next to it! ©Catal Along with the Mega Margarita and the Mega Mule, you can now get the Mega Blueberry Sangria for $35 on Mega Mondays and $45 for the rest of the week! Who’s joining us this Monday to share a Mega Cocktail?? Heather Sievers is DisneyFoodBlog’s Dining in Disneyland columnist! Check out more of her adventures at @DininginDisney on Instagram! Check out more Disneyland Food Reviews Here!! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Have you tried the Mega Blueberry Sangria? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: Make Each Monday a Fun Day!! Check Out This Beginning of the Week Drink Deal in Downtown Disney! You NEED to See the August Specials Coming to Black Tap Craft Burgers & Shakes! I’M DEAD. Click Here NOW To See The New Disney Villains Graphic Tees and Backpacks!! (Sorry About Your Next Paycheck.) View the full article

We’ve been going un poco loco for the Plaza de la Familia in Disney California Adventure and the discounted guac in Downtown Disney! Tortilla Jo’s And, now we’re ready for another fiesta for Día de los Muertos with plenty of food, drinks, and fun! Tortilla Jo’s is hosting a Día de los Muertos Celebration from October 31st through November 3rd! ©Tortilla Jo’s From 11 AM until 11 PM, the restaurant will have food and drink specials that will have your tastebuds dancing! Available for the event, the $36 Prix Fixe option comes with the Tostada de Guacamole con Salmon Ahumado for an appetizer, the Combinacion del Mar Empapelado or the Tacos de Barbacoa for an entrée, and the Dulce de Guayaba for dessert! ©Tortilla Jo’s And, on November 2nd, there is an entire day of entertainment for the whole family! From 12 PM until 8 PM, adults will be able to participate in a tequila tasting, while kids can make some themed crafts and have their faces painted from 12 PM until 4 PM. Then, the whole family can join together to sing along with the Mariachi Divas, playing from 4 PM until 9 PM! ©Tortilla Jo’s If you’re ready for days of fun, you’ll be happy to know that no reservations are required for the Día de los Muertos Celebration and that all the entertainment is FREE for guests. ¡Qué divertido! Check out more Disneyland Food Reviews Here!! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Will you be going to the Día de los Muertos Celebration at Tortilla Jo’s? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: Late Night Just Got BETTER With This Mega Deal From Tortilla Jo’s in Disneyland’s Downtown Disney! Celebrate National Cheeseburger Day With A FREE Cheeseburger in Disneyland! What’s New at Disneyland — Magic Way’s Grand Opening, TWO New Menus, And Halloween AND Arendelle Aqua Treats! View the full article

Welcome back, friends! We’re here with another What’s New at Disney Springs! Maleficent: Mistress of Evil Photo-Op in Disney Springs We’ve got lots of merch, food, and construction updates for ya, so let’s dive right on in! Disney Springs Construction Update Maleficent: Mistress of Evil has FINALLY flown into theaters! And, all you beasties can have a great time watching the movie and visiting AMC’s Maleficent: Mistress of Evil red carpet set-up! AMC’s Red Carpet for Maleficent: Mistress of Evil There’s A LOT of construction going on in Disney World, and Disney Springs is joining in on the renovations with the construction of three new places to grab some eats and treats. City Works… City Works Construction …Ample Hills… Ample Hills Creamery Construction …and Beatrix are currently in the “pardon our pixie dust” stage as they continue to be built. City Works will be opening fairly soon (yay!!), while we’ll have to wait a bit longer for the healthy eats at Beatrix and ice cream at Ample Hills. Beatrix Construction We’ll keep you posted as construction moves forward on these new spots! Disney Springs Food Update Speaking of food, there are plenty of new and exciting options around Disney Springs, you guys! Things are getting shaken up at Ghirardelli because the Quake Shake has arrived! Ghirardelli Quake Shake This shake is unique because you get to choose your own ice cream flavor and three chocolate squares from the choices of milk chocolate, dark chocolate mint, milk chocolate caramel, dark chocolate, dark chocolate raspberry, and dark chocolate sea salt caramel! Ghirardelli Chocolate Squares You can create your own Quake Shake and order a small for $7.25, medium for $7.95, or large for $8.95! Ghirardelli Quake Shake Check out our review of the Quake Shake here! And, while you’re at Ghirardelli, be sure to check out the Peppermint Squares out for the upcoming holidays! Ghirardelli Peppermint Squares The Millennial Pink Shake is still back and lookin’ tasty with its strawberry, banana, and white chocolate flavors over at Vivoli il Gelato in celebration of Disney Springs hitting 1 million followers on Instagram… Millennial Pink Shake … While the Sprinkles Cupcake ATM has returned so visitors have a quick way of grabbing some of their favorite cupcakes! Cupcake ATM Although Galaxy’s Edge is officially open in Hollywood Studios and Frozen 2 premieres in theaters in just a few weeks, the Mini Chewbacca Dome Cake and Frozen 2 Cake have disappeared from Amorette’s. However, you can get in the spooky spirit because the Halloween Petit Cake is still being baked up! Halloween Petit Cake The Back to School Specials may have disappeared from Starbucks, but the Barista Favorites are back, bb! The new Fall Drink Specials are being blended up as well, like the Morning Pumpkin, Ember Falls Tea, and the Raven Frappuccino! Starbucks Menu The Ganachery is getting into the kick of Fall spice with the Pumpkin Spice Latte and Chipotle Pepper Squares in-store (YUM!). Pumpkin Spice Latte and Chipotle Pepper Squares Over at AristoCrêpes, we also spotted that the boozy seasonal drink is now listed as $13-$16, even though it was previously only $12.25. AristoCrepes Menu Craving something sweet? Erin McKenna’s Bakery NYC has got you covered! If you’re looking for breakfast, lunch, or even a snack, the Veggie Bomb is the bakery’s take on a quiche packed with vegan cheddar and LOTS of veggies. Veggie Bomb We think that all those veggies warrant a dessert, don’t you? Try the Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Teacake… Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Teacake … Or one of the rotating bakery case flavors that are new each week! Satisfy your sweet tooth with the Red Velvet Cranberry Cupcake… Red Velvet Cranberry Cupcake …the Brownie Bomb Cupcake, Brownie Cranberry Cupcake… Brownie Bomb Cupcake and the Brownie Cranberry Cupcake …and the Special Samoa Brownie! Special Samoa Brownie While they may not be new, the Rainforest Cafe had multiple menu additions when we took a peek. Now you can try the Shrimp Scampi Flatbread, Siracha Pork Flatbread, Fried Pickles, Ancient Grain Bowl, Carnitas Tacos, Ahi Tuna Tacos, Creole Mac and Cheese, Beyond Burger, and the Iggy Piggy Sandwich! Rainforest Cafe Menu Speaking of more menu additions, Wine Bar George is serving up all-new small plates, cocktails, and dinner entrées. Everything on the drink menu is new except the American 75, Sangria, Wake Up Call, and frozen beverages (so much to choose from!). Wine Bar George Menu While you’re there, you can also snack on the Frisée Salad, Shishito Peppers, Ibérico Pork Pluma, Santa Carota Short Ribs, Bell & Evans Chicken Breast… Wine Bar George Menu … And the Saganaki On FIRE!!! They had us at flaming cheese. (; Saganaki Cheese On FIRE!! Check out our review fo the Saganaki On Fire here! The Shine Bar at Homecomin’ has a mysterious green Moonshine drink bubbling up! Since it’s a “filler” drink that won’t be around for long, it doesn’t have an official name but it does taste like apple!! New Apple Flavored Drink at the Shine Bar It’s spooky season! And, Enzo’s Hideaway is all decked out in its most terrifying decorations… Enzo’s Hideaway Halloween Decorations … Along with The Edison! Ooh, we’re really scared!! The Edison’s Halloween Decorations There is a new Fall drink menu at the restaurant… Fall Drink Menu …as well as a few additions to the standard cocktail menu! The Caribbean Old Fashioned, Manhattan West, Reckless Diamond, Strawberry Fields Forever, and JG’s Way sound like refreshing flavors… The Edison’s Menu …on top of the Star Hill Sipper with candied walnut and bacon-infused Maker’s Mark bourbon, black walnut bitters, and candied bacon. Star Hill Sipper And, guess what?! The bacon is caught on FIRE, just like the cheese from Wine Bar George! Flaming Bacon! We’re LOVING this new trend of getting a bit of fire with our foods! Check out our review of the Star Hill Sipper here! DisneMerch Update Ever After is the place for all your designer ears and jewelry needs. And, right now they have the new Pandora Mickey Key Collection… Pandora Mickey Key Collection … And the rockin’ Hipster Mickey Ears in the store! (We’re LOVING these!!) Hipster Mickey Ears At the World of Disney, we spotted the Park Pals we’ve seen around Disney World… Park Pals … The Rainbow 1970’s Disney Collection… Rainbow 1970’s Disney Collection (We’d totally rock that sweatpants and hoodie combo!!) Rainbow 1970’s Disney Collection … And the new Disney Classics Collection! Disney Classics Collection All four shirts featuring Bambi and Aurora… Disney Classics Aurora and Bambi Shirt ….the Lady and the Tramp and the Aristocats… Disney Classics Alice, Lady, and the Aristocats Shirt … Alice in Wonderland… Disney Classics Alice Shirt … and Cinderella are each $39.99! Disney Classics Cinderella Shirt The matching sparkly (!!!) Disney Classic Bomber Jacket is $69.99… Disney Classics Bomber Jacket … And would look ah-mazing with the Disney Classics Leggings for $39.99! Disney Classics Leggings If you’re feeling a little more villainous, the Maleficent Shirt is $29.99. Maleficent Shirt … We also spotted the 50th Anniversary Haunted Mansion Plush Set we’ve seen in Disneyland for $59.99! Haunted Mansion Anniversary Plushes Christmas is just around the corner, and there’s no time to waste making your list this year! Why not add the Holiday Spirit Jersey with buffalo plaid print for $64.99 to your Christmas list? Holiday Spirit Jersey You can look stylish and cozy while you snuggle up with your loved ones during the holiday season! Holiday Spirit Jersey A new dress has rolled into the Dress Shop at Cherry Tree Lane in the Marketplace Co-op! The Luxo Dress has us wanting to bounce and flounce around the parks to show off the red, yellow, blue, and white number! Disney Pixar Luxo Dress There’s even an adorable Luxo stitched on the back! How CUTE!! Detailing on The Disney Pixar Luxo Dress The ho-ho-holidays are in Days of Christmas year-round, but the NEW Holiday Cheer Collection has just arrived for the upcoming winter season! Holiday Cheer Collection While you’re getting ready for the Most Wonderful Time of the Year, add the Holiday Cheer Glasses… Retro Christmas Glasses … Holiday Cheer Toothpick Holders… Retro Christmas Toothpick Holders … Holiday Cheer Tumbler… Retro Christmas Tumbler … Holiday Cheer Towel… Retro Christmas Towels … And Holiday Cheer Bottle Stoppers to your collection! Retro Christmas Bottle Stoppers Looking for the perfect accessory for your outfits? Disney Style has the CUTEST new jewelry lining its shelves to make you look even more fabulous than you already do! The Minnie Love Collection, featuring the Minnie Love Necklace for $19.99… Minnie Love Necklace …Minnie Love Dangle Earrings for $14.99… Minnie Love Dangle Earrings …and the Minnie Love Silhouette Earrings for $14.99 can be used to dress up or dress down any of your wardrobe. Minnie Love Silhouette Earrings Sometimes, we just want to be colorful and vibrant on the outside, just like our personalities on the inside! The Up Earrings are bright and cheery for $14.99… Up Earrings … And looks fantastic with the Grape Soda Bottle Cap Necklace for $14.99! You’ll be grape-ful to have found these at Disney Style with all the compliments you’re bound to get! Grape Soda Bottle Cap Necklace Well, that’s all for this What’s New at Disney Springs! We’ll catch you next time for more merch, food, and construction updates! What are you looking forward to seeing the most at Disney Springs? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: What’s New in Disney Springs! Happy Hours, Star Wars Shoes AND New Bags, and Minnie Ears Ornaments! What’s New at Disney Springs — Halloween Shakes, Dooney & Bourke’s Anniversary, And Disney Tees Galore! What’s New at Disney Springs! Designer Bags, a Floral Dress, and a BIG Bayou Buffet… View the full article

Halloween Time might in full spooky swing in Disneyland, but Fall has been blossoming across the parks! Naples Ristorante e Bar And, we’re ready to celebrate sweater weather with new, delicious menu items in Downtown Disney! Naples Ristorante e Bar has released their latest Autumn-inspired menu (and it sounds SO GOOD). Naples Ristorante Dining Room Put down the pepperoni pizza and spaghetti, friends! You’re definitely going to want to take a taste of the new Gnocci di Zucca, Spinach and Pumpkin Insalate, Pork Osso Buco, Ravioli Toscani, Pumpkin Gorgonzola Pizza (um WUT?!), Toscana Pizza, and MORE! Fall Menu Our mouths are watering just thinking about them! Pull up a chair ’cause the Fall items are available throughout the season, you guys! Check out more Disneyland Food Reviews Here!! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Have you tried any of the Fall items from Naples yet? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: Late Night Just Got BETTER With This Mega Deal From Tortilla Jo’s in Disneyland’s Downtown Disney! Review: Check Out The Chocolate-y, Marshmallow-y Goodness On The S’mores CrazyShake in Disneyland! Celebrate National Cheeseburger Day With A FREE Cheeseburger in Disneyland! View the full article

Pssst! Hey you! We’ve got a secret to share with you that will BLOW. YOUR. MIND!!! Did you know that there’s a whole secret world of food happening at the Disney theme parks?! Get ready to head down Main Street U.S.A.! That’s right — in addition to the already immense published menu offerings at the Disney resorts and theme parks, there are ALSO a bunch of hidden menus located throughout Disneyland and Walt Disney World! You’ll have to be in-the-know to find out where to ask for them — but don’t worry! We’re about to fill you in on a few of our MOST FAVORITE favorite secret menu items and where they’re located! Neapolitan Shake at Flo’s V8 Cafe For our first stop, we’re cruisin’ over to Flo’s V8 Cafe in Disney California Adventure! Flo’s V8 Cafe This one is more of a “food hack” (where you create your own combination of ingredients to invent a new awesome treat)! Why settle for a chocolate, vanilla, or strawberry milkshake when you can have the Neapolitan Milkshake at Flo’s V8 Cafe with all three flavors in one! Neapolitan Shake How To Get It: This one is SUPER easy. Head over to Flo’s V-8 Cafe in Disney California Adventure and request the Neapolitan Milkshake. Most Cast Members will know what you’re talking about, but if they don’t, let them know it’s a regular milkshake that’s layered with chocolate, vanilla, and strawberry instead of just one flavor. Easy peasy! Read more about Disney food hacks here! Mac & Cheese in a Bread Bowl at Pacific Wharf Cafe Speaking of hacks, here’s another one we’re totally OBSESSED with! Pacific Wharf Cafe is best known for its soups served in yummy sourdough bread bowls, but did you know you can totally sub out the soup for macaroni and cheese instead?!?! Secret Disneyland Menu Item: Macaroni and Cheese in a Sourdough Bread Bowl! Yeah, we’re talkin’ total secret menu GAME CHANGER here! The sourdough bread is fresh-baked right next door and is crazy delicious. And of course, we love us some good Disney mac so this is a must-eat for us! Carbs stuffed with EVEN MORE carbs!!! How To Get It: When you order, simply tell the Cast Member you’d like your bread bowl with mac & cheese instead — then brace yourself for the delicious carb bounty you’re about to receive! Check out our review of this crazy carbed out meal here! Secret Drink Menu At Lamplight Lounge Taking the place of the Cove Bar when Paradise Pier became Pixar Pier in 2018, the Lamplight Lounge had some very big shoes to fill… Pixar Pier …but luckily for those of us who don’t handle change very well, the Cove Bar’s secret drink menu remains mostly intact to this very day! You can still ask your server for a Mickey’s Fun Wheel (one of the most Insta-worthy drinks at Disney)… Overlooking Paradise Pier …or find your old favorite concoction such as the Zombie or the Neverland Tea made with Sprite, pineapple juice, peach schnapps, midori, vodka, and gin! Cove Bar Secret Drink Menu! Reserve your spot at Lamplight Lounge’s patio early for World of Color, and then sit back and sip! How To Get It: Ask a friendly Cast Member what off-the-menu concoctions they have available! Just note that some of the glassware has changed, so your Mickey’s Fun Wheel might look a little different from the original Cove Bar version! Learn more about the secret drink menu at Lamplight Lounge HERE! Purple Galaxy Cocktail at Catal Disneyland sure has a thing for secret menu drinks, and here’s another you can find in Downtown Disney’s Catal! It’s called the Purple Galaxy Cocktail! The violet-hued drink consists of vodka, housemade limeade, and butterfly pea flower tea (which gives it the distinctive color). YUM!!! Purple Galaxy Drink The Cast Member who made ours gave it some extra magic with kiwi Mickey ears — it’s almost too cute to drink! This drink also has bits of dry ice inside, making for fun puffs of smoke as we sipped! How To Get It: Ask, and you shall receive! We’ve seen some Cast Members use lemons ears instead of kiwis, so yours might vary slightly! Read our Purple Galaxy Drink review here! The Secret Menu Items at Skipper Canteen We discovered even more secret drinks (and a tasty nibble!) at Jungle Navigation Co., Ltd. Skipper Canteen in Disney World! This adventurous restaurant at Magic Kingdom may be known for its world-wide offerings, but we speak the universal language of CHEESE, which is why we simply adore these Pao De Queijo! They’re essentially the Brazilian Cheese Bread that you can get during the Epcot International Food and Wine Festival! Pao De Queijo These cheesy bites are served with poblano cream cheese and chimichurri sauce. On the drink side, their secret menu also features three super tasty and colorful cocktails. Check out this Cerulean Blue Sangria made with Riesling white wine and hints of orange! It’s totally tropically delicious — and a stunner! Cerulean Blue Sangria We also have big heart eyes for their Passion Fruit Sangria made with passion fruit, pineapple, and Prosecco. This one’s a little more tart and the little bit of bubbly made our noses tingle! Passion Fruit Sangria And for you pineapple lovers in the group, there’s the Frosty Pineapple made from Prosecco wine infused with pineapple and apple flavors, with just the right amount of sweetness! (Watch out for those poinky leaves, though.) Frosty Pineapple We never need an excuse to eat at Skipper Canteen, but with a secret menu this good, we won’t be able to stop ourselves! How To Get It: These items aren’t shown on the printed menu, so just ask your Skipper if you’d like to order ’em! Read more about the Skipper Canteen’s secret menu HERE! Strawberry Shortcake Gelato Shake At D-Luxe Burger Another good place to look for hidden gems? The mobile order menus found on the My Disney Experience app! A growing number of participating Walt Disney World restaurants such as Disney Spring’s D-Luxe Burger and Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe in the Magic Kingdom are sneakily putting secret items ONLY on the app’s menus! D-Luxe Burger You can only purchase these secret menu items through the app! That’s how you’ll score D-Luxe’s Strawberry Shortcake Gelato Shake! Strawberry Shortcake Gelato Shake It’s made with a rich vanilla gelato base blended with milk, toasted marshmallows, crushed graham crackers, and strawberry sauce. SO yeah, why settle for the regular Strawberry Gelato Shake on D-Luxe’s menu when you can get this super-sneaky (and totally delicious!) one instead! D-Luxe’s Mobile Order Menu How To Get It: Make sure you’ve downloaded the My Disney Experience app and go to the D-Luxe Burger mobile order menu. Scroll all the way to the bottom to find the Strawberry Shortcake Gelato Shake — then simply order and pay for it in the app, and then go pick it up! Check out MORE D-Luxe Burger secret menu items here! Cinnamon Bun Burger With Candied Bacon At All-Star Movies Resort Talk about a production! We love this secret menu item for the experience of getting it alone! All Star Movies You’re going to need to make your way over to Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort for their mega-secret surprise menu! Our favorite item? The Cinnamon Bun Burger with candied bacon screams over-the-top Disney deliciousness! World Premiere Food Court Secret Menu Cinnamon Bun Burger Served on an iced cinnamon bun and topped with copious amounts of sweet, crispy bacon, this burger might just make you stand up and applaud! Check out our review of this over the top burger by clicking here! How To Get It: Simply inquire about the secret menu with any cast member at the World Premiere Food Court’s Roxy counter and you’ll be granted special access to a super-classified briefcase! Once opened, you’ll find cool, old-timey looking viewfinders inside — with the secret menu selections printed on the slides! So COOL! VIEWFINDER SECRET MENU!!! We won’t spoil the surprise for you of what’s on the secret menu here, but if the suspense is killing you, click here! Yeah, All-Star Movies isn’t playin’ around with their secret menu stuff! They might’ve just earned themselves an Oscar with their totally insane assortment of offerings, but we’ll let you be the judge! Find out more about Roxy’s secret menu here! The Secret ‘Ohana Menu Items at Tambu Lounge We’re charting a course to our favorite South Seas oasis for our last secret menu! And it’s a BIG ONE! Tambu Lounge We’ve been privy to this secret stash of ‘Ohana foodstuff for some time, but for you newbies to the secret menu game, we can’t think of a better way for you to get your toes wet! ‘Ohana Whether you’ve ever had the full ‘Ohana experience or not, this island-themed restaurant of unlimited eats is a total foodie paradise at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort! But while the flavors are out of this world, dinner at this place can set you back quite a bit — enough to give us indigestion! That’s why we’ve learned how to circumvent eating at ‘Ohana at times by hacking our way into their secret menu mainframe at Tambu Lounge! Behold! Prepare yourself for the seemingly endless bounty of tastiness we’ve scored over at Tambu Lounge!! First up, how bout these ‘Ohana sticky wings you won’t find PRINTED on the Tambu Lounge menu…but you can still order? ‘Ohana Sticky Wings Or what about their tasty Pork Dumplings tossed in Garlic-Ginger Sauce, served with Peanut and Sweet-n-Sour Sauces?! So good! ‘Ohana Potstickers But that ain’t all, folks! Fortune favors the BOLD and just recently we even had ‘Ohana coconut-pineapple bread — without ever stepping foot inside ‘Ohana! ‘Ohana Bread One of our biggest secret menu brags of all time? This bowl of ‘Ohana’s Teriyaki Noodles for ONLY $5! Yup — FIVE BUCKS! Is this much fun even legal? We sure hope so, because if $5 noods is wrong, we don’t wanna be right! ‘Ohana Noodles Considering a dinner at ‘Ohana normally costs between $35-$60 a person, you can save a lot of dough by eating your ‘Ohana chow on the cheaper side at Tambu Lounge instead! On the downside, you won’t have unlimited chow like you would at ‘Ohana, but hey, we’ve made our bed of $5 noodles and now we’re going to lay in ’em! ‘Ohana Noodles We’re still FILLED with ‘Ohana secrets — and we’re not done spilling them yet! The Mixed Grill Kebab that IS on the menu at Tambu Lounge is, in fact, the EXACT SAME chicken, beef, and shrimp they servin’ up at ‘Ohana, flame-seared to delicious perfection! Mixed Grill Kebab And we saved the best secret for last — the ‘Ohana bread pudding! It is ONE of THE BEST, if not the best, dessert on Disney property! We’re truly obsessed with it, but don’t necessarily want the time and expense of dining at ‘Ohana every time we want its warm caramel and banana sauce (which is often!). ‘Ohana Bread Pudding Sooo once again Tambu Lounge for the win! That’s a total of SIX secret ‘Ohana menu items — just in case you’d lost count! How To Get It: You can order several of ‘Ohana’s signature eats after 4PM from any of the awesome bartenders at Tambu Lounge because it shares its kitchen with ‘Ohana! You won’t find many of the items on Tambu Lounge’s menus, but all you gotta do is ask! Take this, our gift of secret ‘Ohana food knowledge, and go forth! Impress your friends! You may even find you have a lot MORE friends now that you’re such a secret menu pro! Read more about our secret menu favs at Tambu Lounge! The next time you’re visiting one of the Disney theme parks, try ordering some of these top-secret menu items! Or even try to uncover some of your own! You won’t need any fancy passwords — just the courage to ask in most cases! And remember, there are PLENTY MORE where those came from! There are tons of secret menus around Disney World and Disneyland…ya just gotta scope ’em out. What secret menu items have you discovered that didn’t make out list? Let us know in the comments below! 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Cheerio! And warm tidings from Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa. We’ve had SO many reader requests for a re-review of this fun offering! Far be it from us to deny that desire! Welcome to the Grand Floridian! There are so many foodie things we love about this resort, like the Chicken and Waffles at the Grand Floridian Cafe or the all-new Beauty and the Beast themed lounge, Enchanted Rose (check out our full review HERE!). Enchanted Rose Lounge But recently we decided it was time for a spot of tea, so we stopped in to the Garden View Tea Room! The Garden View Tea Room primarily offers two experiences: Afternoon Tea and the Perfectly Princess Tea Party. Grand Floridan Tea Sign The Afternoon Tea, which is what we attended, is currently available daily from 12pm-4pm. Advance Reservations are HIGHLY recommended as this is a very popular experience! Atmosphere Tea Time begins by checking into the Garden View Lounge, located at the back of the first-floor lobby. The Garden View Lounge Notice the gorgeous tile work outside the lounge — fitting, wouldn’t you say? Tile Floor Hi there, Chip! Tile Floor Though you’re inside for Afternoon Tea, there are design elements in the Garden View Lounge that are reminiscent of an outdoor garden — such as the latticework fencing that also serves as a privacy wall between you and the main lobby. Grand Floridian Fence There are large mirrors on either side of the room, both seemingly handpainted with Floridian nature scenes. Mirror Mirror There are huge windows along one side of the Lounge, which allow you to see outside into the gorgeous Grand Floridian gardens. Garden View Windows Overall, the space is rather small and somewhat simple, but still feels elegant! Garden View Tea Room Upon being seated, our table was arranged with lovely rose-patterned teacups… Tea Cup …and a matching sugar bowl. Sugar Bowl Upon closer inspection, we discovered the Sugar Bowl contained both white and raw sugar cubes for our tea! Sugar Cubes Our server provided a menu, and now it was time for tea! Menu Eats There are several different packages to select from when attending Afternoon Tea. Menu (Click to Enlarge) The Bedfordshire Tea ($35) is the classic package and contains a pot of tea of your choice, tea sandwiches, a scone with accompaniments, and your choice of dessert. The Cheshire Tea ($50) includes everything from the Bedfordshire Tea, in addition to a cheese and fruit plate. And the Berkshire Package ($150) is designed for two to share and includes caviar in addition to the Bedfordshire Tea selections. If you want to feel even fancier, Champagne can be added to any package! Each package (besides the Berkshire) is per person — and sharing is not allowed. (What happens if you share? We don’t know. We didn’t try. Maybe you go to Disney jail?) You are also not able to come in and just order a la carte (a plate of sandwiches, for example). You must purchase the entire package. That said, you are able to add on to the package. So if you decide you want another scone, you can add one for a small fee. There is also the Mrs. Potts Tea ($23.79) available for guests aged 3-9, which includes kid-friendly tea sandwiches, a tart, “tea” (it’s chocolate milk!), and dessert. And sorry but no, it is not served in a teapot that looks like Mrs. Potts! Maybe one day. Menu – Selections We selected the classic Bedfordshire Tea. Upon ordering, you will let your server know which package you’d like as well as which dessert you want. For dessert, you can select a Seasonal English Trifle, Strawberries with Hand-whipped Creme, or a plate of Delicate-House made Pastries. We opted for the House-Made Pastries! You also need to select which tea you’d like — and there are a lot more than three options! All of the teas are Twinings of London, and the lengthy menu is divided by tea varietals. Tea Menu Tea Menu If you aren’t a tea savant, don’t worry! Your server can work with you to decide which one you’ll love! It’s good to note you can take home certain teas in pre-packaged boxes, which would be a great souvenir! Additionally, you can order other beverages such as Draft Beer and Wine, should you care for it. Tea Time! Shortly after placing our order, it was tea time!! Each guest receives a full pot of tea — so if you’re attending with friends we recommend ordering different teas. That way you can share after the first cup! Tea We selected the Enchanting Forest Fruits Black Tea, per my server’s recommendation. She said it was one of the most popular teas thanks to the notes of strawberry, raspberry, and blueberry. It was a delightful brew! Nice and slightly sweet, it didn’t need any cream or sugar. One of the cutest and most iconic things at the Tea is the Tea Cozy! Our Server brought them to keep our teapots warm throughout the meal. Tea Cozy We were also brought out our gorgeous selection of Tea Time goodies! Tea Meal Selections How cute is this tiered plate display?! Let’s take a closer look layer by layer — first up, sandwiches! Each adult receives a platter of 6 tea sandwiches…or half sandwiches, ’cause some of ’em didn’t have top bread pieces. Sandwich Plate For starters, there’s a classic cucumber with boursin cheese. This one was light and refreshing, with the crisp, fresh cucumber! Cucumber Sandwich Next, we sampled the Traditional Egg Salad. Honestly, this was some of the best egg salad we’ve ever had! Light and creamy, it was served open-faced on white bread. Egg Salad Sandwich Keeping things fancy, we moved on to the Poached Pear and Gorgonzola Cream Cheese Sandwich. Our server let us know the Pears are poached in a blend of red and white wines, which we are totally here for. This one surprised us! We loved the crunch from the fresh pear, and it was balanced nicely with the Gorgonzola. Poached Pear Sandwich Next, we tried the Sweet Curry Chicken Sandwich. This is the only sandwich we had served with two pieces of bread, and it’s made with coconut, golden raisins, mango chutney, and a Madras curry powder. This one was FABULOUS — we loved the curry flavor and the subtle sweetness from the coconut and raisins. We’ve were told this is a lot of people’s favorite sandwich, and we can see why! Chicken Salad Sandwich The last sandwich on the plate was the Fire-Roasted Tomato and Oregano Goat Cheese. This was our personal favorite sandwich of the day — you could taste the fire on the tomatoes, and the goat cheese was smooth and flavorful. Fire Roasted Tomato and Goat Cheese Sandwich and Onion Tart Rounding out the plate, was the Sweet Caramelized Onion Tartlet. This lil’ guy was a bite of happiness! The flaky crust plus the sweet onions were a winning combo! TBH we could’ve eaten about 20 of these… . Sweet Caramelized Onion Tart The great news about the sandwiches is that you can swap out for whatever you fancy! If you prefer to have six of the cucumber sandwiches, go for it! You want a peanut butter and jelly off the kids’ tea menu instead of the Chicken Salad, do your thing! This is YOUR tea, and the Cast Members at the Grand will make sure you enjoy it! Following the sandwiches, we investigated the Scone plate. Scone Plate This course features a Golden Raisin Scone and Strawberry Jam Tart. They are accompanied by Lemon Curd, Devonshire (Clotted) Cream, and Strawberry Jam. Scone Accompaniments This round is really a choose your own adventure tale! You can mix and match the scone and tart with the toppings however you’d like. We opted to cut the scone in half and slather on the strawberry jam and clotted cream. Scone with Toppings This was AH-mazing! The scone was perfectly baked, and the combination of the sweet cream and jam was well…our jam (Had to!). It was a very fresh, naturally sweet flavor overall. Strawberry Tart with Lemon Curd We also topped the Strawberry Tart with the Lemon Curd to get a Strawberry Lemonade thing goin’ on. (We can’t take credit for this genius idea; our server totally suggested it.) But let us tell you — this was 100% the way to go. It was tart and sweet and flaky and we would gladly have eaten many more. But tea isn’t over yet! Onto course 3…Dessert! (Wait, wasn’t the last course dessert?! Kinda, yea. But just embrace it.) Dessert Plate The Delicate House-made Dessert Plate consisted of a Dark Chocolate Covered Strawberry, Milk Chocolate-Caramel Mousse Filled Swan, and two Macarons: Coffee and Pistachio. Macarons We sampled the Macarons first — which were, of course, perfect. All of the desserts are hand-made and selected by the Grand Floridian Pastry Team, and they’re excellent. Both flavors had smooth, creamy filling with a crunchy yet soft cookie. Our team voted for the Pistachio as the winner. Next up, the Dark Chocolate Covered Strawberry. Dessert Tray There isn’t much to note about this one considering how simple it is — other than it was very tasty with a big, fresh strawberry. Sometimes simple is still the winner! Lastly, we broke into the Swan! Swan On our visit, it was filled with a Milk Chocolate Caramel Filling, but our server told us that the Pastry Chefs change the flavor frequently. Swan Filling The filling was SO GOOD. It was rich but not overwhelming; and the pastry isn’t overly sweet, which balances out the creamy mousse. This was the winner of the whole dessert tray for sure. But our dessert wasn’t over yet!! Because our tea time was towards the end of the afternoon, our server asked us if we wanted some extra sweets. UM YES. The answer is always YES. Fall Seasonal Trifle She brought us over the Seasonal Trifle, which is currently a Fall Seasonal Flavor made with cranberry compote, cinnamon cake, pumpkin mousse, and topped with whipped creme. Fall Seasonal Trifle This tasted like fall in a bowl! The sweet pumpkin was balanced with the tart cranberry, but the cinnamon cake was the real winner here. It was light and moist — but honestly, we STILL preferred the other dessert tray over this (color us SHOCKED, cause we love pumpkin!). Fall Seasonal Trifle We were also able to try the Fresh Strawberries and Hand-beaten Whipped Creme. Strawberries and Creme We had pretty low expectations for this — it’s just strawberries and creme right?! Strawberries and Creme WRONG. We don’t know what Victorian magic the Grand Floridian Pastry Chefs were doing, but this was lovely. The strawberries were big, plump, and fresh, and you can absolutely tell the whipped creme was hand made. What did we say earlier — sometimes simple is still the best?! Afternoon Tea At the end of our Tea Time, we were full-but-not-too-full (surprising, considering we just downed 3 dessert courses!). It was a marvelous afternoon, sipping on tea and nibbling on finger sandwiches and desserts. Overall The Afternoon Tea at the Grand Floridian is a fabulous way to spend an afternoon in Walt Disney World. This is a great offering that would be a relatively inexpensive way to celebrate a birthday or another special event or even just a nice way to “do something different” during your Disney vacay. While it’s not a huge meal at first glance, we were pleasantly surprised at how much food you get! This could easily be a light lunch for most, and we think $35 is a fair price for all the nibbles, plus a full pot of tea, and a relaxing afternoon. While this may not be an every-day experience, it’s one we look forward to when we’re feeling fancy. For more ways to upgrade your next Disney Vacation, check out this 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! 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Happy weekend! We’ve been hard at work in the parks scoping out all the latest news for you! First, a few things to remember… . There are lot of BRAND NEW 2020 DISCOUNTS for Disney World Hotels and Packages, and we’ve got them all here! The 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival is ON, and we’re covering it all! See every single Food and Wine Festival MENU and ALL THE FOOD PHOTOS as well — here! And don’t forget to check out our Best of the Fest! Halloween Time has begun in Disneyland, and we’ve eaten…well…pretty much ALL OF IT! Check out all of our Halloween Time reviews here! OH, and we found FIRE CHEESE THIS WEEK! Saganaki Cheese We have a lot to share with you this week, so let’s jump right in… Disney Food News Here’s why you couldn’t get mustard at Casey’s Corner this week! —>(Oddly) BIG NEWS! The Disney Skyliner reopened and Disney released an official statement! —>BIG NEWS! Final narrators announced for Disney World’s Candlelight Processional. Changes to reservations and new menu items at Disneyland’s Galaxy’s Edge! —>BIG NEWS Epcot’s Test Track is closing soon for refurbishment! Disneyland’s New Digital FastPass kiosks are now open. We tried the NEW BOOZY CARAMELS in Epcot! Sleeping Beauty Castle gets its first snowfall! —>BIG NEWS! Nine ways to Disney upgrade your fall wardrobe! We shared what’s NEW at the Magic Kingdom. Check out the discount features now on the Disney merchandise online pages. How to score Free Dining in 2020! The Ultimate Disney Christmas Package has been extended! The EPIC Mac and Cheese is now a side item in Galaxy’s Edge! Galaxy Green Popcorn debuts in Galaxy’s Edge at Disney World! Check out what’s new at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Star Wars names removed from the menu at Docking Bay 7 in Galaxy’s Edge! —>BIG NEWS! Minnie Vans service extended to select non-Disney hotels! —>BIG NEWS! We reviewed the NEW Maleficent Cupcake at Disney World! NEW Halloween treats arrive at Disney’s Beach Club Resort. This bacon-flavored drink is ON FIRE in Disney World! It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! NEW Disney Vacation Club Dooney & Bourke spotted! There’s a new Star Wars Igloo Cooler and it’s out of this world! We found a new Partners Statue phone case at Disney World. There’s a new Wisdom merchandise collection at Disney World. Check out the most ON-TREND eats at the 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival. We shared the cutest Pandora charms at Disney World. Wine Bar George adds new menu items including FLAMING CHEESE! We reviewed the new Witch’s Cupcake at Disney World. Check out the new trailer for the live-action ‘Lady and the Tramp’ on Disney+. We reviewed the new-to-Disney-Springs Quake Shake! We spotted super fun spinning pens at Disneyland! Check out the groovy retro merchandise at Disney World. Get ready for the holidays with this super retro holiday collection! You’ve gotta see the Disney Pixar Luxo Dress in Disney Springs. Typhoon Lagoon is celebrating Halloween with spooktacular events and more. More Thanksgiving menus have been released for Disney World. Sprinkles celebrated Chocolate Cupcake Day with a BOGO special. We shared what’s new at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Hipster Mickey Ears have arrived at the Disney Parks! New achievements and more now available in the Play Disney Parks app. There’s a new Orange Dole Whip I-Scream Cone at Disney World. Check out the secret hidden menu drink at Typhoon Lagoon. Check out an exclusive sneak peek of ‘Frozen 2.’ Take a peek at these new Park Pals we found at Disney World. NEW “Meat” Marinara and Pasta in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. Check out our Ultimate Guide to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party! NEW Ronto Chips arrive at Ronto Roasters in Galaxy’s Edge. Discounted guacamole was on the menu in Disneyland this weekend. NEW Chicken Ronto Wrap arrives at Ronto Roasters in Disney World’s Galaxy’s Edge. Cute holiday snack ornaments spotted at Disneyland. NEW kids’ menu Garden Patty Bun now on the menu at Disneyland’s Galaxy’s Edge. Chocolate Popcorn now available at Kat Saka’s Kettle in Disneyland! NEW Cinnamon Sugar Kyryll Pork Rinds now in Galaxy’s Edge. We reviewed the Ronto-less Wrap at Ronto Roasters in Disneyland. See the must-have Haunted Mansion dioramas at Disney World. You can get a free Disney Villain makeover in Disney Springs! Maleficent treats have arrived in the Magic Kingdom. New Pandora charms debut on the Disney Cruise Line. Monorail Green gets a makeover. Check out our sneak preview of the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Food and Wine Classic. A Mr. Toad MagicBand arrives at Disney World. New ‘Frozen 2’ shirts debut in Disney Springs. Check out the fun Mexico Pavilion merchandise in Epcot! New Disney Cruise Line Wishables set sail! Check out the fun secret menu items at D-Luxe Burger. Cute World Showcase plush toys now in Epcot. Should you go to Disney World with all this construction? We break it down. Another new location added to Mobile Order. New Christmas buttons spotted at Disney World. We shared what’s new in Epcot. You’ve gotta check out this discount in Disney Springs. The Chef Remy Annual Passholder magnet is now available at the Epcot Food and Wine Festival. See how to celebrate the New Year at Disney’s Riviera Resort. We reviewed the new Cowboy Sundae at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge. You’ve gotta see the Black Magic Margarita in Disney Springs. The price of Minnie Ears has increased at Disney World. We checked out all of the Hatbox Ghost merchandise at Disney World and Disneyland. The first Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party of the season is sold out. Pumpkin Pancakes are back at Disney World. You can find the Hatbox Ghost ornaments online! Hatbox Ghost Tiki Mug wristbands sold out after four-hour wait lines. We checked out the secret menu at Skipper Canteen in the Magic Kingdom. New menu items debut at Kona Cafe! Flying Fish adds new dishes to the menu! New sweet treats arrive at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge. We reviewed the Pumpkin Caramel Cupcake in Epcot. Magic Kingdom’s Spring Roll Wagon has moved to a new location. Finisher medals revealed for the 2020 Disney Princess Half Marathon. We reviewed the updated Caramel Cream Puff at Disney World. Chicken options added to the menu at D-Luxe Burger. New DFB YouTube videos: 10 Awesome Places to Eat at Disney World Without a Park Ticket, Latest Disney News, 8 Things to Avoid at Disney If You’re Afraid of Heights, and 8 Things Disney Doesn’t Want Me To Tell You. <– NEW VIDEOS! New DFB Video — 8 Things Disney Doesn’t Want Me To Tell You 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: 8 Things Disney Doesn’t Want Me to Tell You — and don’t forget to subscribe here.  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DFB Reader Finds If you find a fun new food — or other edible awesomeness — in or around Disney, share a photo with us on instagram, facebook, or twitter so we can add it to our DFB Reader Finds each Sunday. Breakfast at Sanaa at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge is a great choice, and DFB reader shared @kt_stebbins shared: “We ate breakfast at Saana. Absolutely delicious! A hidden gem!” Breakfast at Sanaa We recently checked out the Hot Dog of the Month at the GCH Craftmas Grill in Disneyland — and so did DFB reader Miguel Vargas, and he shared this photo with us! Wild Dog at Disneyland! Do you have a favorite Disney Food find? Share a photo with us on instagram, facebook, or twitter so we can add it to our DFB Reader Finds. On to the Round-Up! Mickey Fix shared this R2-D2 Coffee Press. WDW for Grownups shared a review of the Columbia Harbour House at the Magic Kingdom. Disney Parks Blog shared some distinctive Disney desserts. Disney Family shared a recipe for Maleficent Shakes. 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: Disney Food News This Week: ALL the News from the Disney Parks and Resorts Disney Food News This Week: What’s NEW at the Disney Parks and Resorts Disney Food News This Week! Everything That’s NEW at the Disney Parks and Resorts! View the full article

This week, we looked ahead to the holidays and shared some great news! Due to overwhelming popularity, we’ve increased the number of 2019 Ultimate Disney Christmas Packages available at the Walt Disney World Resort and extended the booking window for this special offer. Visit Jeremy’s original “Ultimate Disney Christmas” story for more details on the Yuletide offerings. Three DisneyStyle and Character Couture looks including Madame Leota, Ursula, and the Cheshire CatAlso, along with our other Halloween stories, we shared an update that guests visiting DisneyStyle at Disney Springs on Thursday, Oct. 24. From 1-9 p.m. can enjoy a complimentary new look from special guest, Character Couture! Character Couture is a team of professional stylists from our Walt Disney World Salons who can transform you into our classic characters (including hair, makeup, and nails). Visit Kelsey’s original “Spooky Shopping and Glam Looks at DisneyStyle” story for more images and details. Here are some of the other stories we worked on this week. New Bites and 60-Day Advanced Reservations Coming to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland Resort – Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland Resort is about to get a whole lot tastier this week! We’ve got an intergalactic shipment of several new menu items flying into the Black Spire Outpost this week, and you won’t want to miss them. But first, I have some exciting news regarding our bookable Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge experiences. Disney Parks Wishables Now Setting Sail on Disney Cruise Line – If you’ve been following along for updates on our favorite huggable Disney Parks pals, the #DisneyParksWishables collection, then get ready to set sail with us because the Disney Cruise Line collection is available now on all four of our ships! Special Look at Disney’s “Frozen 2” Coming Soon to Disney Parks – When it premiered six years ago, “Frozen” became an instant classic, as audiences embraced the music-filled tale of two sisters. Next month, their story continues with the debut of Disney’s epic new adventure, “Frozen 2.” Here’s a special message from two of the stars of the film, Kristen Bell and Josh Gad. Candlelight Processional Narrators Announced for Select Dates During 2019 Epcot International Festival of the Holidays Presented by AdventHealth – The holiday season is the most wonderful time of the year and with it comes the return of Epcot International Festival of the Holidays presented by AdventHealth. This special event runs November 29-December 30, inviting you and your family to discover holiday cheer throughout Epcot and across all 11 World Showcase pavilions. Seasonal fun includes sweet and savory treats at Holiday Kitchens throughout the park and special entertainment such as the guest-favorite Candlelight Processional. #DisneyKids: Making Kiddos First Visit to Batuu a Saga To Remember – I recently strolled through Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge and was amazed by the number of multi-gen families entering the outer edge of the galaxy into Batuu. Whether a Star Wars super fan or a Star Wars novice, families of all ages are exploring this epic land and living out their own Star Wars adventures. It’s a place where all generations – from grandparents to toddlers – can have a unique experience. 13 Days Left to Experience Halloween Time at Disneyland Resort – Eek! Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort will be materializing in 13 days – our worst nightmare! Don’t wait any longer… now is the time to appear! View the full article

Many people are surprised to find out that Disney’s Armed Forces Salute Tickets need to be activated upon arrival at Walt Disney World or Disneyland. Just buying them at your Military Base Ticket Office isn’t all that you need to do. These special Disney military tickets won’t work at the theme park entrances or at the Walt […] The post How to Activate Your 2019 and 2020 Disney Armed Forces Salute Theme Park Tickets appeared first on Military Disney Tips Blog. View the full article

Maleficent: Mistress of Evil has flown into theaters, you guys! Maleficent: Mistress of Evil Poster And, although we’ve been celebrating with the Maleficent Rice Krispie Treat and the Maleficent Candy Apple in Disney World, now we’re heading to the resorts for another wickedly delicious dessert! The Maleficent Cupcake has made its beastly appearance at the All-Star Music Resort! Photo Courtesy of: @YellowBeadsAndMe Thanks to YellowBeadsAndMe on Instagram, we were able to find out all about the cupcake! The chocolate cake is filled with chocolate cinnamon ganache, topped with green and purple buttercream, and finished with two chocolate “horns” and crispy pearls. Photo Courtesy of: @YellowBeadsAndMe If you like chocolate, then you’ll LOVE this cupcake! The rich, moist chocolate cake was complemented by the light buttercream. The cinnamon in the ganache added a nice kick to the filling. The chocolate horns and crispy pearls were a great final crunch to the soft cupcake. Photo Courtesy of: @YellowBeadsAndMe You can get your own Maleficent Cupcake at All-Star Music Resort before heading to see the new film in theaters! Have you tried the Maleficent Cupcake? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: Review and Photos: The Hades Cupcake Makes A Fiery Entrance In Disney World! What’s New at All-Stars Resorts! Cartoon Cupcakes, Building Construction, and Trivia Challenges! REVIEW: Sugar, Spice, And Everything Nice With The Arendelle Aqua Sugar Drop Donuts in Disney World! View the full article

We’ve seen SO MANY delicious Halloween treats in Disney World for the spooky season! Disney’s Beach Club Resort From the Halloween Caramel Cream Puff to the Bat Cupcake to the Pumpkin Spice Milkshake — we’re LIVING for these deadly delicious desserts! And, the Beach Club Resort is hopping in on all the skele-fun with their own sinister snacks! Even if you aren’t staying at the Beach Club Resort, you can still visit the hotel! Yeah, that’s right! You don’t even have to go in the parks to get these Halloween treats. In the Beach Club’s lobby, a pop-up shop has materialized featuring a Halloween greeting. Mickey… Halloween Pop-Up Shop … Goofy, Minnie… Halloween Pop-Up Shop … and a Halloween Cookie Sandwich! (YUM.) Halloween Pop-Up Shop A double-stuffed Oreo is covered with white chocolate and a design of Mickey, Minnie, and Pluto in their trick-or-treat costumes! Halloween Cookie Sandwich Chocolate and Oreos? An AH-MAZING combo!! The white chocolate melts in your mouth, which makes the crunch of the Oreo all the more satisfying. You can get your own for $5.99 before heading over to… Halloween Cookie Sandwich The Beach Club Marketplace for all the bakery desserts! Beach Club Marketplace The Sanderson Sisters are waiting for the Black Flame Candle to be lit just to try the new Witch’s Cupcake brewing up at the Marketplace. Witch’s Cupcake The cinnamon apple cupcake is filled with caramel, baked apple, and vanilla buttercream and topped with extra buttercream, Halloween sprinkles, and a fondant witch’s hat and legs. Witch’s Cupcake Before you hop on your broomstick, you can try the wickedly sweet treat for $5.99 or a Disney Dining Plan snack credit. Witch’s Cupcake Check out our full review of the Witch’s Cupcake here! Also at the Beach Club Marketplace, the Vampire Mickey Pumpkin Spice Tart looks fang-tastic! The pumpkin spice tart is topped with icing, Halloween sprinkles, and a Vampire Mickey chocolate square. Vampire Mickey Pumpkin Spice Tart You sink your teeth into the tart for $4.79 or a Disney Dining Plan snack credit! Vampire Mickey Pumpkin Spice Tart Even though it isn’t Halloween themed, the Marketplace is also featuring the Plant-Based Chocolate Mickey Mousse for $4.79 or a Disney Dining Plan snack credit. Plant-Based Chocolate Mickey Mousse Whether you have allergies, dietary restrictions, or just want to try something a lil different, you can’t go wrong with chocolate (even when it’s fully plant-based.)! Plant-Based Chocolate Mickey Mousse Well, with all these Halloween treats, it’s pretty obvious that the Beach Club Resort seriously knows how to have a scary good time! Have you spotted all the Halloween treats at Beach Club yet? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: REVIEW: The Witch’s Cupcake Is Casting Its Spell in Disney World! Halloween is HERE in Disney World’s Magic Kingdom! What’s New at Disney Springs — Personalized Ornaments, The Little Mermaid Merch, And ALL The Arendelle Aqua Treats! View the full article

Hot dogs at Casey’s Corner are a Disney World staple. Casey’s Corner in Magic Kingdom We all have our unique ways of dressing our dogs up, but recently there has been a bit of worry over being able to grab your fave condiments! Buuut, we’re here to tell you that whether you’re team ketchup or team mustard, there’s no need to worry ’cause the condiments are here to stay! This week, a lot of guests were worried that the condiments had disappeared after they were available by request only at the counter for a while. We decided to investigate to give you guys all the deets, and we are happy to say that the condiments are back again at Casey’s Corner! Condiment Bar at Casey’s Corner The condiment packets (those self-service pumps have been gone-zo for a while now) were only behind the counter because the restaurant was low on inventory. The shortage had been going on for THREE. ENTIRE. DAYS. They were even out of mustard at one point! Low on Ketchup The shortage is over though, folks! So, you can grab all the ketchup, mustard, and mayo your heart (and your hot dog) desires. Ketchup, Mustard, and Mayo Are Back, Baby! Yep — we’re here to help. ;-D What are your favorite hot dog condiments? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: The 31 Things To Eat In Disney World If You’re Obsessed With CHEESE!! REVIEW: A New Ingredient Makes These Disney World Limited Time Fries Even HOTTER! What’s New at Magic Kingdom — PIZZA ROLLS, Strawberry Vanilla Ice Cream, the BEST Little Mermaid Mug Yet, and MORE! View the full article

Who said bacon was just a part of breakfast? Chocolate Covered Bacon Not Disney World! We’ve spotted the Tower of Bacon and even chocolate-covered bacon (!!!), and now we’re trying a boozy bacon beverage too! The new Star Hill Sipper has arrived at The Edison in Disney Springs (and it is AH-MAZING)! The Edison’s Menu Candied walnut and bacon-infused Maker’s Mark bourbon is mixed with black walnut bitters and topped with candied bacon. Star Hill Sipper And, oh yeah — they set the bacon ON FIYAAHH! Flaming Bacon! This drink was seriously delicious, you guys. While there were some subtle maple notes to the Star Hill Sipper, the taste was really smoky (probably because of the flaming bacon tbh). It was very similar to a classic old fashioned but had that slightly sweet, smoky flavor that made the drink unique. Star Hill Sipper You can get the Star Hill Sipper for $15 at The Edison (and it is #worthit)! Have you tried the latest boozy bacon beverage yet? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: What’s New in Disney Springs! Happy Hours, Star Wars Shoes AND New Bags, and Minnie Ears Ornaments! What’s New at Disney Springs — Personalized Ornaments, The Little Mermaid Merch, And ALL The Arendelle Aqua Treats! News! Hennessy Week Is Coming to Disney World! View the full article

The smell of hot cocoa, the sound of fireplaces crackling, and tinsel decorations — Christmas time is just around the corner, friends! Sunset Seasons Greetings And, while we are still in the full Fall swing of Halloween, Disney World is already getting ready for the most wonderful time of the year!http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2019/08/13/halloween-is-here-in-disney-worlds-magic-kingdom/ Christmas decorations have flurried into Hollywood Studios, just in time for the holiday season! Christmas Decorations in Hollywood Studios While Jingle Ball, Jingle BAM and Flurry of Fun will be starting up relatively soon in the park, Sunset Boulevard is currently getting transformed for Sunset Seasons Greetings! Christmas Decorations in Hollywood Studios The Hollywood Tower Hotel and Sunset Boulevard will twinkle like Christmas lights for the event, complete with lasers, projections, and falling “snow” for guests of all ages to enjoy. From November 8th, 2019 until January 5th, 2020, guests will be able to walk through the Winter Wonderland in Hollywood Studios (with a Christmas cookie in hand, obviously)! Christmas Decorations in Hollywood Studios If you’re just as excited as we are and can’t wait for Christmas in Disney World, you’ll be happy to know that you can spot the Christmas Stars… Christmas Star … And the projection set-up for Sunset Seasons Greetings in Hollywood Studios now! It’s almost the most wonderful time of the year, you guys!! Sunset Seasons Greetings Projection Set-Up Are you excited for the holidays in Hollywood Studios? Let us know below! Related posts: NEW Porg Shoulder Plush Flaps Its Way Into Disney World! Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge Annual Passholder Preview Dates in Disney World! What’s New in Disney’s Hollywood Studios — A Rainbow Cupcake, Halloween Pins, and “The Nightmare Before Christmas” Merch! View the full article

We stumbled upon something new over at Disney’s Beach Club Resort… Beach Club Resort Lobby We noticed THREE new to us Disney Vacation Club Dooney & Bourke pieces over at Beach Club Marketplace! The new tote, satchel, and wallet depict a collage of all the DVC property logos, including Disney’s Aulani and Animal Kingdom Lodge. New DVC Dooney & Burke! The wallet costs $158. We spy the new Riviera Resort on there! DVC Dooney & Burke Wallet Both the satchel and larger tote bag are priced at $268. DVC Dooney & Burke Satchel and Tote Show your DVC status PROUD with this luggage-style tag inscribed DISNEY VACATION CLUB MEMBER! DVC Dooney & Burke Luggage Tag We already almost spent our last paycheck on the recent Beauty & The Beast Dooney & Burke collection, and this collection is just as appealing! Will you be adding a new DVC Dooney & Burke to your collection? Related posts: Our Favorite Epcot Festival of the Holidays Merchandise — Including a Limited Release Pin! Year in Review: The Disney Merchandise We HAD to Have in 2018!! What’s New at Disney Springs — Halloween Shakes, Dooney & Bourke’s Anniversary, And Disney Tees Galore! View the full article

Grab your lightsabers and your lunchboxes, ’cause your meals just got a lot cooler. ©Walt Disney Studios With the openings of Galaxy’s Edge on both coasts and the premiere of The Rise of Skywalker coming soon, Star Wars is a definite fan-favorite right now. And, now you can choose the Light or the Dark side of the Force with this new merch from Igloo! Disney and Igloo have partnered together to do the Kessel Run in less than twelve parsecs to give you the Star Wars Playmate Collection! ©Igloo Take a trip to a galaxy far, far away with the Star Wars Italian Poster Playmate Classic Cooler! It can hold 26 12-oz cans or 14 quarts of your favorite drinks for $49.99! ©Igloo Need something bigger for your intergalactic travels? Pack 16 quarts or 30 12-oz cans in the Star Wars C-3PO Playmate Elite Cooler for $49.99! ©Igloo Or, if you’re just taking a day trip to the Resistance base, the Star Wars R2-D2 Mini Cooler is definitely the droid you are looking for because it can fit 4 quarts or 6 12-oz cans for $29.99! ©Igloo Even though we have to wait for their epic release, the Star Wars Growlers and Tumblers are coming soon! Will you fight for the Light Side, or join Darth Vader to rule the Galaxy? ©Igloo You can check out the rest of the coolers, hydration jugs, growlers, tumblers, and MORE flying into the collection here! Will you be snagging some of the Star Wars Igloo merch? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: Arendelle Aqua, Move Over! The Frozen Fan Fest Has Flurried into BOTH Disney Parks! We Have A Proud Corazón Looking at the NEW Coco Pandora Charm in Disney World and Disneyland! Naughty Or Nice, The Nightmare Before Christmas Wishables Are CUTE in Disney World and Disneyland! View the full article

While Mickey might be the mouse that started it all, Walt is the man that changed the world. Partners Statue And, now you can celebrate both iconic figures with the newest merch in Disney World! The Partners Statue Otterbox Phone Case is making some magic over in Disney Springs! ©Disney Complete with a Cinderella Castle backdrop and Mickey and Walt’s signatures, this phone case is the CUTEST way to honor the famous duo! You can get your own case at D-Tech on Demand in the Marketplace Co-Op. Have you spotted the Partners Statue Otterbox Phone Case? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: New And CUTE!! Vera Bradley’s Mickey’s Whimsical Paisley Pattern Makes Its Colorful Debut in Disney World! What’s New at Disney Springs — Halloween Shakes, Dooney & Bourke’s Anniversary, And Disney Tees Galore! NEW! Groovy Rainbow 1970’s Retro Merch in Disney World! View the full article

You ain’t never had a friend like GENIE! ©Disney And, while we can learn plenty of life lessons from many Disney movies, our wish is being granted for a little Genie wisdom with this new merch collection! The newest Disney Wisdom Collection has arrived in Disney stores and online! This cute collection has seen characters like Mushu, Merlin, and more but the latest has our hearts! Inspire your friends, family, and yourself with the Narrator from Aladdin‘s knowledge that “Like so many things, it’s not what is outside, but what is inside that counts.” ©Disney You can add some “punch, pizzazz, yahoo, and how-to” your palace back home with the Disney Wisdom Genie Plush for $26.95… ©Disney … The Disney Wisdom Mug for $18.95… ©Disney (We see you, Abu! Lookin’ good, buddy!) ©Disney … The Disney Wisdom Pin Set for $16.95… ©Disney … And the Disney Wisdom Journal for $16.95! ©Disney We’re sure you’ll be writing down your three wishes (ours all have to do with Disney food). ©Disney Now, all you gotta do is rub that lamp and snag some of the Disney Wisdom Collection! Which item will you be picking up from the collection? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: Arendelle Aqua, Move Over! The Frozen Fan Fest Has Flurried into BOTH Disney Parks! PHOTOS: Adorable Mickey and Minnie Loungefly Wristlets Have Arrived in Disney World and Disneyland! We Have A Proud Corazón Looking at the NEW Coco Pandora Charm in Disney World and Disneyland! View the full article

If you’ve been following our 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival coverage, then you may already know that there are currently over 30 food booths throughout Epcot right now that are cranking out some totally yum-worthy eats and drinks! Epcot Food and Wine Festival With SO MUCH to choose from, how do you decide what you’ll be noshing on? How about checking out some of the trendiest sips and bites at this year’s Fest?? Not sure what those items are? Well, allow us to give you the rundown of what hottest food trends are happening at this year’s Food & Wine extravaganza! (If you’d rather just peruse ALL the menus and food photos for this year’s Epcot Food and Wine Festival, Click HERE!) It seems like the 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival has inducted more trendy eats than ever before! Grab your phones for those Insta pics and get those hashtags ready! There’s a lot of ground to cover, so let’s get started! Warm Raclette Swiss Cheese What’s On Trend? New to the festival this year, The Alps is serving up Swiss-inspired delights like the uber-popular Warm Raclette Cheese! This mild cheese’s name comes from the French word ‘racler’ which means “to scrape.” Warm Raclette Swiss Cheese Wheels of the cheese are cut in half then melted along the top. The soft gooey cheese is typically scraped off tableside with a long knife right on top of meats, veggies — anything deserving of a bath in hot cheese! And right now, it’s SUPER trendy. There are even whole restaurants dedicated to wheels of this epic cheese! Warm Raclette Swiss Cheese Why You’ve Gotta Have It Over at The Alps booth, the cheese is melted-to-order before being scraped over baby potatoes, slices of baguette, and little pickled gherkins! Grab a quick video of it being prepared to share with your jelly friends back home! This gooey, cheesy goodness is definitely a new Food and Wine favorite for us that we just can’t seem to get enough of! It’s our newest BFF for $5! Frothy Ramen What’s On Trend? When we were first introduced to the Frothy Ramen Noodles at the Japan booth, we thought…well, this looks interesting. Savory foam on the top of noodles isn’t for everyone! But frothy or “bubble” ramen, known as awa-kei ramen, is gaining a lot of popularity over in Japan! The soup is typically frothed up much like the foam on your favorite latte! It’s a fun, unique take on ramen and Disney jumped on the trend! Frothy Ramen Noodles at the Epcot Food and Wine Festival Japan Booth Why You’ve Gotta Have It Disney World loves a good excuse to put foam on foods, so this was a match made in heaven! These noodles are served chilled with an umami-rich dashi broth. The foam is a separate topping on the ramen, not created from the broth, but it makes for a fun new way to slurp your noodles! For $6, it’s a polarizing dish at the festival this year, but certainly a cool food to say you sampled on your trip around the (Disney) World!! IMPOSSIBLE Slider What’s On Trend? In the past few years, we’ve seen a HUGE trend emerge focusing on reducing our dependence on consuming meat. IMPOSSIBLE plant-based meat substitute is one of the big league players at the forefront (and surprise — it actually tastes good!). Major fast-food chains are now offering IMPOSSIBLE versions of their best-selling meat options (FYI, Burger King basically bought a huge portion of the supply earlier this year and forced other restaurants to change their menus as a result, so…yeah…it’s popular.) And the soy protein product is even being sold in most grocery stores in the ACTUAL meat section instead of the desolated corner of the freezer section previously reserved for meat substitutes. The IMPOSSIBLE Burger Slider Why You’ve Gotta Have It If you haven’t jumped on the bandwagon yet, try the IMPOSSIBLE Slider $5.25 at the Earth Eats booth to see what all the noise is about! This juicy “burger” is surprisingly similar to the real deal (but meat-lovers still may not feel like it’s a complete replacement)! It’s served with a spicy slaw and wasabi cream, giving it some cool crunch as well as a bit of a kick! Frozen Rosé (Frosé) What’s On Trend? Back at our totally trendy friend, The Alps booth, they have a frozen Cave De La Côte Rosé de Gamay Romand! It’s basically a Rosé Slushy! We’re not really sure who’s responsible for making Frosé a thing, but, yeah, it’s a THING…and has been for a while. Rosé has basically become synonymous with summertime relaxation — and hangin’ out with buds! Frozen Rose Why You’ve Gotta Have It Usually, we like to Rosé all day around the pool, but enjoying one at the Food and Wine fest this year sounds even better! And bonus — this version is in slushy form! It’s still HOT over in Florida, even if the rest of the country is starting to cool off for Fall, so this is a refreshing way to “rosé all day!” Grab yours for $9! And make sure you post a few pics of yourself sippin’ it with your Rose Gold Minnie Ears, for good measure! Donut Strawberry Smoothie What’s On Trend? Check out the $5 Strawberry Smoothie that Donut Box is serving up!! And holy smokes…does it have a DONUT just chillin’ out on top? YUP! This smoothie reminds us of a baby version of the extreme milkshakes we’ve been seeing throughout the parks, but this lil guy is made with almond milk making it…different? The red and white swirled straws they’re served with give us some retro classic soda shop feels for sure! Strawberry Smoothie Why You’ve Gotta Have It First of all, love the color, and second of all, love the little donut dude! But novelty value aside, the smoothie actually has a great texture and a delicious strawberry flavor! The almond milk is a nice non-dairy substitute (also super trendy) and gives the drink a smoothness without being too rich! Read our full review of the Donut Box booth here! Frozen Coke Free-Style Machine with BOOZE! What’s On Trend? We’re totally obsessed with what’s happening over at Cool Wash! This booth is WAY fun with the little order form you get to fill out when choosing slushy flavors and mix-ins such as Jelly Drops, Boba Pearls, and Pop Rocks?!? But even COOLER?? The Frozen Coke Freestyle-like machine serving up customized Frozen Coke orders with BOOZE! This machine is totally on top of our 2019 Christmas Wish List, guys! You know the amazing Freestyle machines you find at lots of fast-food joints now with seemingly endless flavor options? Yea, it’s that, but for FROZEN coke and your flavor adds in…are booze. Why was this wizardry not something we knew about sooner?! Cool Wash Why You’ve Gotta Have It Sadly you can’t operate the machine yourself (a Cast Member will punch in your order for you), but this is a GAME CHANGER!!! A relatively small cup will cost you $12.00…not the best deal, but it is a cool experience none the less. You can choose from Frozen Coke with added cherry or vanilla flavor as well as Jack Daniels or spiced rum. We haven’t seen this machine before outside the parks, but we expect we will more and more! You can say you knew about it before it was super trendy and cool! Check out our review of Cool Wash here! Barbecue Bloody Mary What’s On Trend? Bloody Marys — you either love ’em or hate ’em. We just so happen to be HUGE fans, especially when they’re LOADED UP! Much like trendy over the top milkshakes, loaded Bloody Marys are quite the Instagram hit! The $16 Refreshment Port Bloody Mary doesn’t disappoint and even has a unique twist! Its delicious secret? It’s bringin’ some serious BBQ drama to the fest! Barbecue Bloody Mary Why You’ve Gotta Have It You already had us at Bloody Mary, but guys, this is a Barbecue Bloody Mary! The salty, tomatoey goodness comes with — get this — a piece of smoked garlic sausage, a house-made pickle, and the cup is rimmed with MUSTARD and a barbecue spice RUB!!! It’ll cost you $16 for this drink/meal in a cup! Sure, it’s EXTRA, but most good things in life are, bb! Duck Confit Poutine What’s On Trend? But that’s not the only thing that’s poppin’ off at Refreshment Port — check out the Duck Confit Poutine! Poutine is super on-trend at Disney World and beyond right now — there’s even a poutine-centric stand in Disney Springs called The Daily Poutine! Cheesy French fries aside, we’ve noticed a big trend recently in the culinary world of taking simple comfort foods and plussing them with high-end ingredients. Think of all the fancy-topped hot dogs, truffle french fries, tater tots, or gourmet topped burgers we’ve seen recently! So taking simple, Canadian comfort food and topping it with delicate confit duck? That’s money, friends! Duck Confit Poutine Why You’ve Gotta Have It The dish is popular in Canada but has spread across the world because who doesn’t love french fries doused in gravy and sprinkled with cheese curds? Then you throw some duck up in the mix, you suddenly got one superstar celebrity on your hands. For $8.49, you won’t find many other ways to enjoy confit duck drenched in ooey-gooey cheese sauce with crispy fried onions on top! Can we get the poutine to sign our autograph books, please? Just don’t let our friend Donald Duck see! Epcot’s Food and Wine Festival is going on now through November 23rd — that’s just a little over a month left to snag some of these food trends before they go out of style (and disappear!) Need more Food and Wine recs? Read our BEST of the FEST review here! Are you heading to the Food and Wine Festival this year? Tell us what’s on your must-eat list in the comments section! Related posts: Here’s What We Can’t WAIT To Try At The 2018 Epcot Food and Wine Festival! 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Welcome back, DFB foodies! We’re here with another DFB Video, and today we’re chatting about some GREAT Disney food! Enchanted Rose You don’t have to go into the parks at Disney World to get your fix of restaurant hopping. We’re here to tell you about some of the best restaurants, classic and new, around the Disney property! From beignets to chicken tenders and MORE, these restaurants have some ah-mazing food that will satisfy your cravings! So, what are you waiting for?? Check out where you’ll be heading for your next meal in Disney World 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: Which Disney World restaurant are you looking forward to visiting the most? Related posts: DFB Video: Disney Dining Plan SECRETS You Need To Know Before You Go to Disney World! DFB Video: BEST OF THE FEST at Disney World’s Epcot Food & Wine Festival! NEWS: Brand New Menu Items Are Making A Splash at the Flying Fish in Disney World! View the full article

Keys are pretty important in Disney movies, whether it’s the key to a brand new restaurant in The Princess and the Frog or the key to an entire world in Alice in Wonderland. Ever After We LOVE to jazz up our own everyday keys to add a little bit of magic to each moment. And, we’ve got something even cuter than your personalized car key or your fave Disney World keychain! You can have the keys to the castle with the new Pandora Mickey Key Collection at Ever After in Disney Springs! Pandora Mickey Key Collection Let everyone know that Disney has the key to your heart with the Pandora Mickey Key Necklace complete with swirling roses and Cinderella Castle for $140… Pandora Mickey Key Necklace … And the Pandora Mickey Key Charm featuring the castle and Mickey for $70! Pandora Mickey Key Charm And, you’ll look high-key super stylish when you wear them! Have you spotted the Pandora Mickey Key Collection? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: What’s New at Disney Springs — Halloween Shakes, Dooney & Bourke’s Anniversary, And Disney Tees Galore! NEW Betsey Johnson Minnie Ears and Jewelry Spotted in Disney World! New And CUTE!! Vera Bradley’s Mickey’s Whimsical Paisley Pattern Makes Its Colorful Debut in Disney World! View the full article

You never know what you’ll find at Wine Bar George in Disney Springs! Wine Bar George Which is probably why we hang out there so often — and try to catch all their latest tasty offerings! On our most recent visit, we discovered Wine Bar George had added some new small plates, entrées, AND had updated their beer and cocktail menu with almost entirely new stuff! First, we’ll examine the Wine Bar George’s latest bar menu! Everything is new except for the American 75, Jorge’s Red Sangria, and the Wake Up Call! (TONS of new tasty mixed drinks, ciders, and beers to choose from!) Wine Bar George Menu And it looks like Wine Bar George has also added a fresh Frisée Salad with seasonal fruit, orange vinaigrette, blue cheese, and walnuts, Shishito Peppers with lime and chipotle seasoning, and Ibérico Pork Pluma with Yukon gold potatoes confit to their small plates menu. New entrées include a Santa Carota Short Ribs and Bell & Evans Chicken Breast, but hold up a sec — wha dat? Saganaki ON FIRE??? Wine Bar George Menu Well, the moment we saw the Saganaki On Fire, we knew what were havin’ for lunch! The new appetizer features a delicious Vlahoriti cheese which your server sprinkles douses with Metaxa and then sets ABLAZE! Saganaki On Fire As the Metaxa burns, our server squeezed fresh lemon juice over the fire which increases the flames! The fire effect would have been much showier and impressive had it been nighttime, but since it was the early afternoon when we stopped by, the flames were barely visible and only last a few seconds. After the alcohol had burned off, it was time to get down to business! Saganaki On Fire The cheese itself was FANTASTIC — wonderfully melty with crispy bits like the ones that get stuck on the sides of the pan when you’re melting something cheesy in the oven (we’re not the only ones who love that, are we?!)! It was served with crostini on the side, just sadly NOT anywhere near enough to enjoy all of its cheesy goodness! But bread to cheese ratio disappointment aside, this Saganaki On Fire was delicious!! Saganaki On Fire But what about bread and melty cheese is there not to like, really? Saganaki On Fire With so many new cocktails to try, it was tough choosing just one! Our server recommended the Citrus Drop of Fife made with Gordon’s Gin, Italicus Rosolio, Gabriel Boudier Pamplemousse Rose, and Lemon! Citrus Drop of Fife This drink was absolutely fantastic. So crisp and refreshing! To us, it tasted a lot like a Lemon Drop but with gin instead of vodka. The lemon gave the drink a nice tartness — it was an excellent recommendation! Citrus Drop of Fife Melty cheese, bread, and a drink? We can honestly say this was one tasty lunch at Wine Bar George! We hope you get the chance to swing by and sample their new menu items for yourself — especially the CHEESE ON FIRE!!! Saganaki On Fire and Citrus Drop of Fife And if you find yourself in Disney Springs today you can join Jean Trimbach and a Master Sommelier George Miliotes for lunch at Wine Bar George — click here to read more about this special event! Will you be sampling the Saganaki On Fire at Wine Bar George? Let us know in the comments section! Related posts: News! Hennessy Week Is Coming to Disney World! Limited Time Only Valentine’s Weekend Menu At Wine Bar George in Disney Springs What’s New in Disney Springs! Happy Hours, Star Wars Shoes AND New Bags, and Minnie Ears Ornaments! View the full article

It’s almost Halloween, and that means there are SO MANY desserts being baked up in Disney World! Beach Club Resort Lobby And, while we might not have a black cauldron, there’s a tasty treat we found bubbling up at this Disney resort! The Witch’s Cupcake is being brewed (and baked!) over at the Beach Club Marketplace and The Market at Ale & Compass at the Beach Club Resort! Witch’s Cupcake The cinnamon apple cupcake is filled with caramel, baked apple, and vanilla buttercream and topped with MORE buttercream, Halloween sprinkles, and a fondant witch’s hat and legs. Witch’s Cupcake Move over, pumpkin spice!! These flavors just might be the new Fall combo everyone’s craving. The cinnamon in the cake was strong, but the spice paired nicely with the buttercream icing. Witch’s Cupcake The caramel at the bottom of the cupcake gave a sweetness to the moist cake that was AH-MAZING!! Although there wasn’t much flavor from the apple, we did taste a few small chunks of the baked apple throughout the treat (but we would have loved more). Witch’s Cupcake Delicious and cute? Disney’s doing it again! You can get your own Witch’s Cupcake for $5.99 or a Disney Dining Plan snack credit before it catches a broom to fly away at the end of the spooky season. Witch’s Cupcake Have you tried the Witch’s Cupcake yet? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: The 31 Things To Eat In Disney World If You’re Obsessed With CHEESE!! DFB Video: Disney Dining Plan SECRETS You Need To Know Before You Go to Disney World! REVIEW: See What’s DIFFERENT About Our Favorite Sundae at Beaches and Cream in Disney World! View the full article

If you’re a fan of the mistress of all evil, then you’ll be thrilled to know that we have a glittering assemblage of sinister snacks just for you! You’ll find these Maleficent treats at Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resorts starting today, but be sure to come out and try them before they disappear on October 31! At Disneyland Resort, you’ll be able to find this incredible candy apple at Marceline’s Confectionery at the Downtown Disney District, Trolley Treats and Bing Bong’s Sweet Stuff at Disney California Adventure park, and Candy Palace and Hunny Spot at Disneyland park. Decorated with colored chocolate and purple sugar, these apples are dipped in caramel and chocolate before being topped with two crispy treat horns! If you want to see how it’s made, then check out the video above! In addition to the Maleficent candy apple, you can also snack on a Maleficent crispy treat available at all of the candy shops listed above. Or if a churro is more your style, head on over to Tomorrowland to the churro cart located near Buzz Light Year Astro Blasters, where you can grab the Maleficent churro! It’s coated with cookie crumbles and colored sugar, and you can even order a side of marshmallow dipping sauce to go with it. At Walt Disney World Resort, pay a visit to the Intermission Food Court at Disney’s All-Star Music Resort to grab the Maleficent cupcake. This yummy chocolate cupcake comes filled with crispy pearls and topped with vanilla citrus buttercream, chocolate horns, and green glitter. And at The Artist’s Palette at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa and Good’s Food To Go at Disney’s Old Key West Resort, you can find another Maleficent cupcake! Also a chocolate cupcake, this one features salted caramel ganache buttercream, chocolate horns, and rainbow glitter. Finally, head on over to The Ganachery at Disney Springs to try this dark chocolate piñata full of EVIL! Just kidding – it’s full of house-made vanilla bean marshmallows and crispy pearls. But you’ll feel pretty evil cracking open the sphere with your souvenir wooden mallet! Remember, these treats are only available through October 31 at both Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort! For more information on all of the locations listed above, check out the Disneyland App or the My Disney Experience app for Walt Disney World Resort. Happy snacking! View the full article