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It’s almost time! The 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival starts in LESS THAN TWO WEEKS! This year’s Festival runs for a record 87 days from August 29 until November 23! Epcot’s International Food and Wine Festival This means the time to start making your plans for your visit to this year’s Festival is NOW — and we have the BEST tool for planning that Food and Wine Festival visit: the DFB Guide to the 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival! And TODAY, the Guide is on sale for 40% off the cover price! Shop NOW! Get the DFB Guide to the 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival for 40% off the cover price with promo code 40SALE! What’s In the DFB Guide to the 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival? Full Daily Schedule of Events The Guide is full of insider tips and advice, a FULL daily schedule of events, FULL booth menus, PLUS all of the other essential information you need to know to plan your best Festival visit ever. Check out the FULL Daily Schedule of Events! Every day of the Epcot Food and Wine Festival has a full slate of Special Events, seminars, Eat to the Beat Concerts, and much more. The DFB Guide to the 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival gives you the full daily schedule of events right at your fingertips. This schedule is EXCLUSIVE to the DFB Guide — you won’t find it anywhere else, and it’s insanely useful. Marketplace Booth Menus, Recommendations, and Food Pictures The centerpiece of the Epcot Food and Wine Festival is the FOOD, and the DFB Guide to the 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival includes all the booth menus in addition to food photos from every single booth at the Festival! Check out ALL the Booth Menus Having all the booths menus and food photos on your smartphone or tablet while you’re at the Festival makes planning what to eat and drink SO EASY! Don’t forget to check out the menus before you go so that you’re not trudging around the World Showcase in 90+ degree heat and humidity without a plan. And remember, your plans should ALWAYS include air conditioning! All the Info You Need to Plan Your Visit! The DFB Guide to the 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival also includes information on the Low-Cost and Free Seminars and Demonstrations including the Mix It, Make It, Celebrate It! Hands-On Workshops, Back to Basics, and more. Get all the details for the Seminars and Demonstrations! You’ll also find detailed information on on EVERY Special Event including Party for the Senses, seminars, food and beverage pairings, and more! Other fun and useful sections in the Guide include a full list of performers for the Eat to the Beat Concert Series, Booth Crawls (a fun way to experience the Food and Wine Festival booths), Celebrity Chef Spotlight where you can learn about many of the celebrity chefs coming to the festival, Frequently Asked Questions, and much more! Find a touring strategy that fits your needs! The DFB Guide to the 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival is the BEST tool for planning your visit to the Festival no matter if you’re going for just one day or for a full week or longer! Use the Guide to plan what food to eat, what Special Events or low-cost seminars to experience, and more. Purchase the DFB Guide to the 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival today and save 40% off the cover price when you use promo code 40SALE. As always, we’ve made this guide instantly downloadable for your convenience, and easily installed on your mobile devices. It’s a PDF guide with ​250+ pages of detailed information about the Festival as well as hundreds of photographs and customized bonus items to help you get the best experience possible. ​​​​​​​ This guide is guaranteed to help you better plan a rewarding Food & Wine Festival tour, or your money back! Whether this is your first festival or your 24th, you’ll appreciate knowing what you are getting before spending time and vacation dollars. Ready to Plan for Your 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Trip? Order the DFB Guide to the 2019 Epcot Food & Wine Festival e-Book today, and start planning your visit! This 250+-page guide to the Festival offers insider tips and advice as well as all of the details you need to know to plan your best Festival visit ever. Your purchase includes several bonus items as well — including a full daily schedule of events at the Festival and a printable World Showcase Booth Menu Checklist to carry with you as you Eat around the World! Order your 2019 edition today! Don’t miss a moment of the fun! Use code 40SALE at check-out for 40% off the cover price! Are you making plans to attend the 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival? Let us know with a comment. Related posts: The 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Starts in ONE Month! It’s HERE! The DFB Guide to the 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival e-Book FINAL EDITION! Check Out Our “My Little Piggy” Food Crawl at the 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival! View the full article

Oooh have we got a great new breakfast or snack option for you in Disney World’s Animal Kingdom! Get ready for some new eats in Animal Kingdom! If cinnamon is your jam, Isle of Java just introduced a sweet treat that needs to be on your “snacks to buy” list in AK. And wait until you hear about the dipping sauce! Let’s dive in… So I gotta give props to Isle of Java, who keep delivering with random baked goods that tbqh are more than you should expect from a theme park coffee kiosk. Isle of Java in Disney’s Animal Kingdom Today, we ran across some brand new mini cinnamon buns at this Joffrey’s location, and you know we had to get ’em. Cinnamon Mini Buns sign at Isle of Java And, yeah, even though we’d just stuffed ourselves at the brand new Restaurantosaurus Burgers and Sundaes dinner experience…we were totally glad we’d tried these little sweeties. Isle of Java Mini Cinnamon Buns The buns themselves were moist and substantial. Even though it was evening, we still had a decent couple of rolls here rather than a set of dry, crumbly, stale pastries (which, let’s be fair, most cinnamon buns have degraded to this point by early evening in other baked goods locations). A bun of substance Inside, again, a good amount of buttery moisture made this one worth the dough…in every respect. Inside the Mini Cinnamon Buns But let’s take a minute to talk about that dipping sauce. This isn’t your standard cream cheese dipping sauce (don’t get me wrong — I am NEVER going to throw shade at a cream cheese dipping sauce), but instead, here’s Animal Kingdom giving us a little something exotic. Coffee Caramel Dipping Sauce Coffee…Caramel? I mean…why hasn’t this been happening FOREVER? It’s different. It’s exotic. But it SHOULDN’T be…right? Coffee and caramel seem like they should be made for each other. And with this sauce, they were. The coffee was the stronger flavor here for sure, but the caramel flavor cut through the bitterness and brought the sweet. Overall the cinnamon buns are a (remarkably decent version of a) reliable, recognizable pastry, and that dipping sauce brings a fun, unique-but-shouldn’t-really-be-all-that-strange flavor to the mix. Are we singing about them from the rooftops? Nope. But when we find a cinnamon roll that can hold up to our scrutiny, we’re definitely going to mention it to you. You can grab them for $4.29 or a Disney Dining Plan snack credit. What’s your must-get Animal Kingdom snack? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: NEWS and REVIEW: The Elephant Cupcake Is Back in Disney’s Animal Kingdom…But It’s Got An AMAZING TWIST! FULL Review: NEW Burger and Build-Your-Own Sundae Dinner Experience at Animal Kingdom’s Restaurantosaurus! No More Citrus Swirl in Disney World’s Magic Kingdom. See What’s There Instead… View the full article

Do you hear the thump thumping of big prehistoric feet and smell some incredible food grilling? Restaurantosaurus That’s right! We’re traveling back to the Mesozoic era in Animal Kingdom‘s Dinoland, U.S.A. to feast on some carnivorous and omnivorous eats at Restaurantosaurus‘s new dinner experience! While we’ve talked about how much we love the dino-themed quick-service location in our previous reviews, we were super excited to find out that they would be implementing a whole new dinner experience starting TONIGHT! Restaurantosaurus Atmosphere For a set price of $22.99 without tax per adult and $14.99 without tax per child aged 3-9 or a Disney Dining Plan quick-service credit, guests can select an entrée from a variety of burgers, a side dish, a token for a build-your-own-sundae bar, and a non-alcoholic drink. They had us at ice cream, tbh. Restaurantosaurus Entrance When we entered the restaurant, we checked in at a podium on the left side of room where we were greeted with a warm smile from the Cast Members. This is a podium dedicated only to the Burgers and Sundaes experience guests. Restaurantosaurus Dinner Check-In Note that Restaurantosaurus will continue to serve regular counter service options to other guests during this dining experience, but that Burgers and Sundaes folks will be seated in a special dining room. They handed us a small chalkboard with our name and table number and menus to glance through before placing our orders. Restaurantosaurus Regular Dinner Menu Restaurantosaurus Regular Dinner Menu There was even an allergy-friendly menu to accommodate guests further! Restaurantosaurus Allergy-Friendly Dinner Menu Restaurantosaurus Allergy-Friendly Dinner Menu Now there were many “magical moments” for us during the evening, but here’s the first: the burgers featured during the Restaurantosaurus dinner were developed by the same chef team who created D-Luxe Burgers at Disney Springs! YUM!! The burger blend is 7 ounces of seriously delicious brisket, short rib, and chuck. We settled on the Chili-Cheese (obviously we gotta have cheese) Corn Chips Burger and the Sunny-Side Up Burger. After placing our order with the Cast Member furthest to the left, we were given our ice cream tokens and our seater met with us to take us to our table. (How cute is this token?!?) Restaurantosaurus Ice Cream Token Along the way, she explained to us that there were unique dipping sauces we were welcome to help ourselves to (UM YES PLS ALL THE SAUCES)… Restaurantosaurus Dipping Sauce Station … cold and hot beverage cups were available by the drink station… Restaurantosaurus Drink Station …and that we could use the ice cream tokens to build our own dig site at the sundae bar after our meal! Adorbs. Restaurantosaurus Ice Cream Station After we sat down at our table and our chalkboard was taken from us… Restaurantosaurus Atmosphere …we were encouraged to doodle (and even write love notes to each other) with the white butcher paper and buckets filled with markers, crayons, and stencils. Table Doodle Bucket Table Doodle Bucket After all, the paleontologists who created the restaurant encourage guests to have a dino-mite time! Table Doodle Utensils Our Table Doodle! We were also told by our food runner that there wasn’t any outdoor seating for this experience at Restaurantosaurus. Instead, they stressed the benefit of AC and a fun meal without it being actual table service. We definitely didn’t mind staying out of the humidity, especially since it rained during our meal! Restaurantosaurus Dining Table Now let’s just talk about the cast members for a minute because THEY WERE AMAZING. So fun, so dedicated to making sure everyone had a great time, and 100% making the experience all that it could be. While we waited for our orders to arrive, cast members and managers kept walking around to check on tables and tell jokes to guests. “What’s a smart dinosaur called? A Thesaurus!” Restaurantosaurus Cast Member We hopped up over to check out the dipping sauces at the station. They had Buffalo, BBQ Mustard, Mayo Ketchup, and Horseradish sauces, all created by the same team who worked on the D-Luxe menu sauces! Dipping Sauces Okay, so we have to admit that Mayo Ketchup with its slightly sweet and slightly tangy taste and the BBQ Mustard with its smoky hints were our favorites, even though the Buffalo and Horseradish were still delicious. Dipping Sauces Moments after getting back to our table, we were surprised to have our food brought out so quickly (score a million for the chefs and food runners!!). Our Tasty Burgers! We started with the Chili-Cheese Corn Chip Burger… And, boy, did it taste like a grown-up sloppy joe! Chili-Cheese Corn Chip Burger The chili was seasoned beautifully and mixed with a hearty amount of sauce, meat, and more, but it never felt too heavy. Chili-Cheese Corn Chip Burger That bun was sturdy, you guys! No sloppiness here! Chili-Cheese Corn Chip Burger The Fritos on top added a satisfying crunch to every bite without getting soggy. Chili-Cheese Corn Chip Burger Chili-Cheese Corn Chip Burger The fries were basically steak fries — salty, thick, and ready to be dipped in as much sauce or chili as you like. Restaurantosaurus Fries Despite how yummy the Chili-Cheese Corn Chip Burger was, the Sunny-Side Up Burger was our favorite of the two (it was a hard decision to make!!). Sunny-Side Up Burger Each part of the burger was layered beautifully, making our mouths water before even tasting it! Sunny-Side Up Burger The mildly flavored cheese mixed well the the stronger tastes of the other ingredients. Sunny-Side Up Burger An ya gotta love that egg ooze. Sunny-Side Up Burger (Ugh, just look at all the peppered, eggy GOODNESS!!) Sunny-Side Up Burger D-luxe Burger in Disney Springs is known (to us at DFB anyway) for being one of the only places that doesn’t automatically cook your counter service burger to oblivion, and we appreciated that here as well. Sunny-Side Up Burger The chips placed on the bottom added some saltiness and texture to the soft burger. The onion rings were nice and crispy, although they tasted like typical counter service and not anything really special. Restaurantosaurus Onion Rings During our meal, we were told by the manager that they would be tentatively adding two bartenders to the staff at Restaurantosaurus so there would be one cocktail server to work the dining room and the other for quick-service. The same drinks served at Restaurantosaurus Lounge would be available during the dinner experience for an extra fee. Restaurantosaurus Lounge After our dinner plates were cleared, we were ready for our favorite part of the meal: ICE CREAM! Restaurantosaurus Ice Cream Station We took our tokens and were on our merry way to have a Cast Member give us the 2 scoops our coupon allowed. Restaurantosaurus Ice Cream Station The hand-scooped Edy’s ice cream featured regular flavors like Chocolate… Chocolate Edy’s Ice Cream … Vanilla… Vanilla Edy’s Ice Cream … Strawberry… Strawberry Edy’s Ice Cream … And a Raspberry Sorbet for guests with dietary restrictions and allergies. Raspberry Sorbet Edy’s Ice Cream But the real hero of the night: The SUNDAE TOPPING BAR! How much does my OCD brain love this map-o-toppings? SO. MUCH. Restaurantosaurus Sundae Topping Bar Hot Caramel and Hot Fudge were plentiful. Restaurantosaurus Sundae Topping Bar And then there was this sheer beauty. All the sauces, sprinkles, whipped cream, cherries, candy, and crunchies you could ever want — all there at the ready. These included chocolate chip cookies, whipped cream (x2), strawberry topping, pineapple topping, cherries, Mickey sprinkles, rainbow sprinkles, graham cracker crumbs, cake crumbs, fruity pebbles, M&Ms, chocolate cookie crumbles, chocolate rocks, waffle cone pieces, and (whew!) oreos. Restaurantosaurus Sundae Topping Bar Restaurantosaurus Sundae Topping Bar You can double up on flavors with your two scoops, so we chose vanilla and strawberry. Our Sundae Before And then aaaaaaaalmost used every topping in the haus. Our Sundae After I’m in love. Are you in love? Our Restaurantosaurus Build-Your-Own-Sundae Yeah — this whole situation was completely adorable, the cast members were wonderful, and we’d have no trouble at all coming back again! <3 Nosh or Not Restaurantosaurus’ new burgers and sundae bar experience will be great for you if: You’re in Animal Kingdom and are looking for a different take on counter service You love a good burger and are DONE with the “hockey puck special” you’ll get at most Disney counter service locations Your kiddo (or YOU) loves ice cream and can’t pass up a good sundae bar You want to take a little break in your touring, but don’t want to pay the prices for a table service restaurant You can skip this mesozoic meal if: You’re not a burger fan $22 for a counter service meal sounds over-the-top for your budget You’d rather mobile order, eat, and get back to the rides Overall We. Had. A. Blast. It was a very fun evening, and you could tell the cast members were having a great time with it. The food was remarkable (we love a good D-Luxe Burger and these were a super fun set of new options), and while the setting was still a counter service restaurant, we’ve never kept it a secret that we think Restaurantosaurus is an incredibly fun imagineering concept. But the thing that’s notable here is that this will be amazing for kids. The butcher paper and stencils, the sundae bar, the fun atmosphere — it’s perfect for your creative kiddo. And if mom and dad can have a great burger at the same time — SOLD. We’re not sure how long this experience will go on. It may be limited time during the Galaxy’s Edge crowd influx, or it may last a while longer. We’ll keep you updated here at DFB — see the link below to join our newsletter. Note that Pizzafari’s table-service dinner experience is still ongoing on the other side of Discovery Island, so it’s looking like Animal Kingdom continues to experiment with hybrid table service/counter service options for park guests. Let us know your thoughts on this! Have you gone to dinner at Restaurantosaurus yet? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: Review: Drinks and Bites at Animal Kingdom’s Restaurantosaurus Lounge! REVIEW: A New Ingredient Makes These Disney World Limited Time Fries Even HOTTER! NEWS and REVIEW: The Elephant Cupcake Is Back in Disney’s Animal Kingdom…But It’s Got An AMAZING TWIST! View the full article

Happy Halloween (in August)! Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party When the end of summer hits and fall begins, we’re always more than ready to visit Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. We hope you’re ready for a spoopy post because we went to the first party of the year (still in a candy daze tbh). We’re ready to tell you allll about this year’s entertainment offerings! We’ve seen plenty of delicious treats being featured at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party and even some spine-chilling merch… But, now we have the deets on the spooktacular new fireworks, dance parties, parade floats, ride overlays, and MORE causing some toil and trouble over in Magic Kingdom. NEW Floats In The Boo-to-You Parade! The Boo-to-You Parade is one of our favorite parts of Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party! We love watching the floats and characters (looking at you and your spark-filled shovel choreo, Grave Diggers) travel down Main Street U.S.A dressed in their spooky finery. Although the parade begins at 9:15 and 11:15, we recommend that you find your spots at least 30 minutes beforehand. As always, the Headless Horseman starts off the parade with a terrifying ride through the route. Headless Horseman is the Harbinger of the Boo To You Parade After the horseman, the real spooks and ghouls start to come out! Boo-to-You Parade Mickey Mouse dressed in his vampire costume is one of the first character to greet guests during the parade. Look at that smile (and those pearly fangs)! Mickey Mouse And, all your favorite friends are back this year in their costumes! Pluto, Tigger, Pooh, and Friends! We’ve had to beware of Hitchhiking Ghosts, Grave Diggers, and Haunted Mansion Ballroom Dancers for a while now! But this year, you’ll also need to beware of the Spectral Bride who glides down Main Street U.S.A. along with the Haunted Mansion Ballroom Dancers. She lights up and is super cool…but SUPER hard to get a shot of in this light! If you want to photograph her, we recommend heading to a better lit area than we were in obvi. Spectral Bride Boo to You But that’s not all that’s new to Boo-To-You this year! There’s also a new Tomorrowland parade unit! That’s right, The Incredibles have joined the party! Incredibles Float Edna Mode would be happy to see that there are no capes on these supers! (By the way — peep Edna walking behind!) Incredibles Float Buzz Lightyear and the Aliens from Toy Story are additions to the parade as well. Toy Story Float We’re eternally grateful to see these little guys! Toy Story Float You’ll also spot fan-favorite, Wreck-it-Ralph! We think that he’s just a teensy bit too big for the Sugar Rush Delivery Car. Wreck-it-Ralph Au revoir, Admiral Underpants! We’re on our way to the rides!! Attraction Overlays Okay, so attraction overlays are pretty normal for the parties Disney offers… BUT there are some new scares on display for this year’s Halloween party! For the first time, the Monsters Inc. Laugh Floor pals interact with party guests as they learn about the Human World holiday known as Halloween. Monster’s Inc. Laugh Floor Halloween Overlay Guests receive candy at the beginning and end of the show, and you have the ability to come and go as you please. Monsters Inc Laugh Floor Trick Or Treat Trail That guy on the screen is buying churros for everybody!! (We’ll take 13.) And this one is fun and cute — especially for the kiddos. Plus treats at the beginning and the end — #worthitfortheAC. Monsters Inc Laugh Floor Trick Or Treat Trail In Liberty Square, you’ll have a chance once again to see the fabulous Madame Renata or her sister Carlotta as they continue to haunt the front yard of the Haunted Mansion. Madame Renata in front of the Haunted Mansion They’re kinda like the ghost version of Anastasia and Drizella, if you ask us! FYI, they don’t really do meet and greets, but they will entertain you while you wait in line at Haunted Mansion! Madame Carlotta outside the Haunted Mansion In Adventureland, the live pirates have made a triumphant return to Pirates of the Caribbean! Located in the queue and the ride, these pirates are on a mission! Pirates of the Caribbean This pirate told us that we could do a deal — we do all the work and he gets all the treasure. Um…sorry pegleg! Live Pirate from Pirates of the Caribbean Space Mountain is pitch black again this year. While you twist and turn through the darkness you can jam out to a new “high-energy soundtrack.” Space Mountain Overlay The only thing seriously scary about Space Mountain at the Halloween party was that the queue was pretty long for most of the night. So, if you want blast off into the stars, you’ll need to ride this attraction first thing when you get to the event. Space Mountain In Fantasyland, you can spin into madness on the Mad Tea Party as special lighting and music are back again this year. Mad Tea Party Overlay We have to say that Mickey’s Not-So-Scary just keeps getting curiouser and curiouser, especially with… Disney’s Not So Spooky Spectacular Fireworks The new show, Disney’s Not-So-Spooky Spectacular, is hosted by Jack Skellington himself! Unlike anything we’ve ever seen before, Jack is a life-size puppet that realistically walks, talks, and scares like the Pumpkin King. At 10:15, our journey begins with a rendition of “This Is Halloween” before Mickey, Minnie, Donald, and Goofy sing a trick-or-treat song. Disney’s Not So Spooky Spectacular An array of projections transform Cinderella Castle throughout the show with bursts of orange, red, yellow, and pink fireworks in the sky. Disney’s Not So Spooky Spectacular The Halloween story continues as our beloved characters come across Jack Skellington’s ghost-dog Zero… Disney’s Not So Spooky Spectacular … A haunted house full of skeletons… Disney’s Not So Spooky Spectacular … A montage of Disney villains, and more. Disney’s Not-So-Spooky Spectacular While the new show’s story wasn’t pieced together very well, the amount of fireworks (and the appearance of Jack) made our jaws drop with eerie excitement. Disney’s Not-So-Spooky Spectacular Make sure to snag a good view of the castle early for the Not-So-Spooky Spectacular! You’ll definitely want to see as much as possible, and now that the Halloween show actually relies on those projections (with HalloWishes, it didn’t really matter that much if you could see the castle itself), a castle view will be a benefit. Dance Parties Two dance parties take place in Tomorrowland! You’ll find the Monstrous Scream-O-Ween Ball at Rockettower Plaza Stage… Scream-O-Ween Dance Party in Tomorrowland … With friends like Boo, Mike, and Sulley doing their best Monster Mash! Scream-O-Ween Dance Party in Tomorrowland You can also check out the Disney Junior Dance Party at Storybook Circus in Fantasyland to groove with characters like… Disney Junior Dance Party at Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party … Fancy Nancy (she’ll teach you how to do a pirouette)… Fancy Nancy debuts at the Disney Junior Dance Party at Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party … Doc McStuffins… Doc McStuffins at the Disney Junior Dance Party at Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party … And Vampirina! Vampirina at the Disney Junior Dance party at Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party If you’re near Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe, be sure to stop by the DescenDANCE Party! DescenDance Party at Cosmic Ray’s While we’ve seen this party at Disney Springs, it’s now at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party so guests can get down and be rotten to the core. DescenDance Party at Cosmic Ray’s Learn more about the DescenDANCE Party here! Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular The Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular has returned once again to the Castle stage at 8:30, 10:45, and midnight to make your night run amuck, amuck, amuck! Hocus Pocus Villains Spelltacular Join Winifred, Sarah, and Mary as they try to gather ingredients for their spell with the help of villains like Oogie Boogie. We wonder if Thackery Binx still has their Spellbook… Oogie Boogie Holds Court At the Hocus Pocus Stage Show You can even purchase a new spirit jersey to represent the Sanderson Sisters with pride! Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular Spirit Jersey You’ll look younger by the morning in this spelltacular shirt! Character Meet-and-Greets You can meet a variety of characters throughout Magic Kingdom during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. Check the full brochure for all the character meet and greet locations! Who’s your favorite character to visit? MNSSHP 2019 Brochure — click to enlarge During the first party, we happened to spot the Seven Dwarfs (they NEVER meet together except at special events, so this is a LONG line)… Seven Dwarfs at MNSSHP … Alice and the Mad Hatter… Alice and Mad Hatter … Tweedle Dee, Tweedle Dum, and the Queen of Hearts… Tweedle Dee, Tweedle Dum, and the Queen of Hearts …and Tarzan and Jane! Tarzan and Jane Lines to meet characters sometimes can get pretty long, so be sure to plan out who you’ll see ahead of time and hop into line as quickly as possible! Annnd, that’s it for the night, folks! If you want to know how to make your night even more spooky, take a little looksie at our ULTIMATE Guide to Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. Stay frightening, friends! Are you heading to Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party this year? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: NEW Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party DETAILS Announced! (New Fireworks, New Ride Overlays, and MORE!) NEW Attraction Offerings Coming to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party in Disney World! NEWS! Get a “First Look” at Disney’s Not So Spooky Spectacular Coming to Magic Kingdom! View the full article

This week, we celebrated the grand opening of NBA Experience at Disney Springs and shared live coverage of the festivities right here on the Disney Parks Blog. If you missed it, check out the replay this weekend. In collaboration with the NBA, Walt Disney Imagineering developed NBA Experience as an immersive, interactive venue. You can learn more in Jeremy’s original NBA Experience Grand Opening is a Slam Dunk story. Also, with the historic August 29 grand opening of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disney’s Hollywood Studios just around the corner, we shared a spectacular bird’s-eye view of the land in a video that included new music from Oscar-winning composer John Williams. Check out our original Bird’s-Eye View of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge story for more details. Here are some of the other stories we worked on this week. Learn More About the Twisted Tale: ‘World of Color’ Nighttime Spectacular – ‘Villainous!’ at Oogie Boogie Bash – A Disney Halloween Party at Disney California Adventure Park – When Oogie Boogie Bash – A Disney Halloween Party begins Sept. 17 for 20 select nights at Disney California Adventure park, you will discover many new and exciting experiences. Exclusive to Oogie Boogie Bash is the all-new “World of Color” show – “Villainous!” VIDEO: Behind-the-Scenes Creating the Tower Slide at Disney’s Riviera Resort – Last week we shared a glimpse into the crafting of Disney’s Riviera Resort, the newest Walt Disney World resort and Disney Vacation Club property, projected to open December 2019. The peek behind the scenes continues with an exclusive look at the making of the tower slide that will be a focal point of the resort’s feature pool. Get Into the Spooky Shopping Spirit for Halloween at Disney Parks – With the Halloween season returning to Disney Parks, you will now find a frightfully fun assortment of themed goodies. Whether you’re looking to channel your inner vampire Mouseketeer, Evil Queen or Jack Skellington, Disney Parks is the place to shop. Walt Disney World Resort Sweet Treats: August 2019 – This month’s Sweet Treats features a few more sweet offerings at Magic Kingdom Park, Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, and Disney’s All-Star Music Resort. New Mid-Day Magic Ticket Invites You to Enjoy an Afternoon and Evening of Walt Disney World Resort Theme Park Fun After 12 p.m. – Mid-Day Magic Tickets are valid for admission after 12 p.m. and were designed with your flexibility in mind, with timing that helps meet your needs – like, say, a couple more hours of shut-eye, or maybe a leisurely brunch. Foodie Guide to Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party 2019 at Magic Kingdom Park – There are more sweets, savories, and sips than ever before during this year’s Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, and I have all the yummy details right here. View the full article

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… The 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival kicks off August 29 and we’re covering it all! Did you see the menus that are out now? See every single Food and Wine Festival MENU and some FOOD PHOTOS as well — here! Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge is now OPEN in Disneyland and will officially open August 29 at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Check out all our Disneyland Galaxy’s Edge coverage to start planning for Disney World (the two lands are virtually identical)! Amuck Cupcake We have a lot to share with you this week, so let’s jump right in… Disney Food News Check out our full review of all the eats at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. We reviewed Cruella’s Halloween Hide-a-Way in the Magic Kingdom. We shared a preview of new dishes coming to the Epcot Food and Wine Festival. We reviewed Constance’s For Better or For Worse Wedding Cake. Check out this new Rainbow Glow Cube at the Magic Kingdom. The final performer has been announced for the Eat to the Beat concerts. Cool Wash has been added as a food booth at the Epcot Food and Wine Festival. We reviewed the Pumpkin Spice Soft-Serve Sundae at the Magic Kingdom. We checked out the Pumpkin Spice Milkshake at the Magic Kingdom. Donut Box has been announced as a new booth at the Epcot Food and Wine Festival. Check out the all-new Amuck Cupcake at the Magic Kingdom. We reviewed the new Friezling at Wine Bar George. Sprinkles has a free cupcake special this weekend. We reviewed the End of Summer Slaw Dog in Disneyland. We shared what’s new at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Check out our ultimate guide to Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. We shared what’s new at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Check out the new wedding venues at Disney World. New Betsey Johnson designer ears spotted at Disney World. We’re looking at how FastPasses will work once Galaxy’s Edge opens. Check out the new menu at Lucky Fortune Cookery in Disney California Adventure. New Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party pass announced at Disney World New Pumpkin Pie Cheesecake spotted at Port Orleans Riverside. Check out the D23 Expo CrazyShake that’s coming to Disneyland. We shared what’s new at the Magic Kingdom. We reviewed the new Rainbow Unicorn Cupcake. Read more about it here. Check out the fall dates for the Tables in Wonderland Chef’s Table experience. We shared what’s new at Disneyland Resort. Check out all the Halloween treats coming to the Magic Kingdom. New concept art was revealed for the Oogie Boogie Bash at Disneyland. Another location was added to Mobile Order in Disneyland. We reviewed the new Rainbow Push-Pop at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Check out the new Disney Skyliner cast member costumes. A new mid-day ticket was announced for Disney World. The D23 Expo is officially sold out! We shared the latest what’s new at Epcot. We spotted new PANDORA charms at the Magic Kingdom. There’s been a change in the lineup for the Eat to the Beat concerts. Check out more Halloween treats coming to Disney World. We checked out the new Strawberry Dole Whip cone at Disney World. Check out this fun Toy Story Pizza Planet cooler! We shared a first look and review of the new cookie dough food truck in Disney Springs. See more about the food truck here. We reviewed the new Minnie Mouse Shake at the Magic Kingdom. We reviewed the new Popcorn-Topped Pride Cupcake at Hollywood Studios. Check out everything you need to know about the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin. We reviewed the Rodian Ration from Oga’s Cantina in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. New Pride Cupcake debuted at Disney World. We reviewed the new Rainbow Popcorn in Epcot. Pumpkin Spice Beignets have returned to Disney World for the season. We shared a first look at the Halloween merchandise at Disney World. New over-the-top sundae coming to Disney Springs. We shared details on where and when you can meet Wolfgang Puck at Disney Springs. See the new Dia de los Muertos merchandise in Epcot. Check out all the Halloween goodies at the Magic Kingdom. We shared details on the closing date for Bongos Cuban Cafe and what is replacing it. Check out the official app for the D23 Expo. We reviewed the new Honeydew Agua Fresca at Disneyland. We shared details on what National Geographic is bringing to the D23 Expo. Check out the special merchandise events for Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. Wine Bar George is celebrating the start of the Epcot Food and Wine Festival with a champagne kickoff. We shared our first look and review of the new NBA Experience. Check out the new Halloween spirit jersey at the Magic Kingdom. There’s a new Dole Whip Float in the Magic Kingdom. We reviewed the new Loaded Corn Dog Nuggets at Casey’s Corner. Check out the new Halloween Loungefly backpacks at Disney World. We spotted cute new Halloween Minnie Ears. Check out the new Blackberry Midnight Julep in Disneyland. We reviewed the Bride and Groom Churros in Disneyland. There’s a new Rafiki Cupcake at the Animal Kingdom. We shared what’s new at Disneyland Resort. Check out the Swinging Wake Cake at Disneyland. New rainbow edible cookie dough arrives in Disney World. We shared what’s new at Disney Springs. Two new exclusive drinks debuted at Starbucks in Disneyland. New DFB YouTube videos: Secrets About My Disney Experience, 13 Snacks You Have to Eat in Disneyland, The Hardest Things to Find in Disney World. New DFB Video — The Hardest Things to Find in Disney World 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 — check it out — The Hardest Things to Find in Disney World — and don’t forget to subscribe here. Deal of the Week: Order the DFB Guide to the 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival for 30% Off!! It’s time to order the DFB Guide to the 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festiavl e-book! The 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Guide is HERE! With more than 250 pages of new updates and information for 2019, we have everything organized to ensure that you have your absolute best Food and Wine Festival yet! This year’s Epcot Food and Wine Festival runs for a RECORD 87 days from August 29 until November 23, and the DFB Guide to the 2019 Epcot Food & Wine Festival e-Book features all the info you need to know about this year’s events, from what’s NEW, to brand new details, and a FULL Daily Schedule of Events. This book is uniquely organized to make sure you have the best Food and Wine Festival, ever! What’s in the DFB Guide to the 2019 Epcot Food & Wine Festival e-Book? Full Booth Menus with over 100 full color food photos featuring what menu items you can expect at the World Showcase booths this year. 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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. Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ Florida Kitchen is one of our favorite spots at Disney Springs, and DFB Instagram friend magicofthemice loves it there too, sharing, “If you haven’t tried the Thigh High Chicken Biscuits from @homecominfl then what are you waiting for?! I had them as my entree (but you can order them as an appetizer) and they were amazing!” We’d have to agree ;-D Eat this at Homecomin’! 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 super FUN Hocus Pocus Mug Set. WDW for Grownups shared a review of The Ganachery in Disney Springs. Oh My Disney shared a Disney Villain and Food Quiz. Disney Family shared a recipe for Mickey Breakfast Sandwiches. 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: EVERYTHING NEW At The Disney Parks and Resorts This Week! Disney Food News This Week: ALL the News from the Disney Parks and Resorts Disney Food News This Week: Everything NEW at the Disney Parks and Resorts View the full article

While we’ve been posting A LOT about Halloween, we’re still going to talk about Christmas… . Yes, even in August. ©Disney We love the holiday seasons in Disneyland with the decorations, the treats, and especially all the merch. And, we’ve got a sneak peek at some of the items arriving this holiday season! Thanks to my sweet friend @culinary_magic_maker on Instagram, we were able to see some adorable Minnie ears, a Christmas popcorn bucket, and an ornament sipper coming to the parks! Mickey and Minnie at DCA during Christmas The Christmas Tree Popcorn Bucket has plenty of lights, wreaths, bows, a star topper, and even Mickey placing the finishing touches! This one lights up enchantingly as well! Christmas Tree Popcorn Bucket The Mickey Ornament Sipper doesn’t hang around your tree, but around your neck instead while you sip on some egg nog…or, you know, whatever they end up putting in here! It even lights up!! Mickey Ornament Sipper The Buffalo Plaid, Gingerbread, and Peppermint Minnie Ears are ready to be paired with all the PSL and Holiday OOTDs you’ll wear during the holidays. Plaid, Gingerbread, and Peppermint Minnie Ears Just a minute…do you hear those sleigh bells?? Merry Christmas in August, you guys!! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Check out our Disneyland Food Reviews Here!! What Christmas item are you looking forward to seeing the most? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: What’s New in Disneyland Resort — Halloween Goodies, Haunted Mansion Merch, and a Refreshing New Drink! What’s New in Disneyland Resort — Spicy Hot Dogs, Star Wars Bags, Spooky Ornaments, and MORE! Review: The Spicy City Dog Arrives in Disney California Adventure! View the full article

Halloween has officially arrived in Disney World! We’re checking out the very first Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party of the year and we’re jazzed to tell you all about what we’ve found, including new merchandise! Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Let’s explore the merchandise you’ll be able to purchase at this year’s party. Annual Passholder Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Merchandise Let’s start our evening filled with candy and fantastic frights off with some Passholder exclusive merch. Vampire Mickey seems to be all the crazy this year…and we’re not mad about it! Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Passholder Exclusive Merchandise Her’s another option with Mickey looking much more spooky! This unisex tee is $29.99 and can be found at locations like The Emporium and Big Top Souvenirs during the party! Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Passholder Exclusive Merchandise The Passholder-exclusive pin also has the more spooky version of Vampire Mickey on it! This limited release Annual Passholder pin is $15.99. Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Passholder Exclusive Pin But even if you’re not a passholder, there’s still some great merch for you this year!! 2019 Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Merchandise 2019 Hocus Pocus Gear Shirts Are you ready to trick-or-treat down Main Street, U.S.A.? Then you’ll love this glow-in-the-dark shirt! It features orange silhouettes of Mickey, Goofy, and Donald Duck on a dark gray background. Mickey’s Not-So-Scary T-Shirt We all love a new spirit jersey, especially when it features the Sanderson Sisters! Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular Spirit Jersey We are completely bewitched by this Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular sparkly Spirit Jersey! Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular Spirit Jersey Another glow-in-the-dark shirt is the long sleeve “let’s boo this!” The tee features Mickey dressed as a vampire, ready to trick-or-treat the night away. My only question…where are his CANDY CORN teeth?! And peep that adorable light-up necklace! Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Merchandise And “this one’s for the girls!” Heya Witch Minnie girl, we see you lookin’ fab. <3 Witch Minnie Another’s ladies shirt option is this Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular V-Neck. Hocus Pocus V-Neck You’ll be sure to make a colorful statement with this reversible Mickey’s Not-So-Scary vest. Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Tee Do you have a party ghoul in training? Then get them an outfit that you’ll never lose them in! Not only is it bright orange, but it also glows-in-the-dark. Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Merch MagicBands And take a look at the limited edition 2019 Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party MagicBand. The band has pictures of our favorite sweethearts dressed in their Halloween best! Who wins best costume in this contest? We can’t decide! Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party MagicBand Warn the balance in your bank account because Disney is also selling a limited edition Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular MagicBand. Both the Halloween Party and Hocus Pocus MagicBands are $34.99. Mickey’s Not-So-Scary MagicBands You’ll have to hop on your broom and fly to Disney World for this guy. Hocus Pocus MagicBand You may just want to take this MagicBand to the grave… Hocus Pocus MagicBand …especially since its limited edition and there are only 1,999 more like it! Hocus Pocus MagicBand The Most Adorable Tumbler…Ever? We may not really need yet another tumbler, but we’re still tempted to buy this one! How could we resist Vampire Mickey and Witch Minnie? You’re totally right — we can’t. Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Tumblers Especially when there’s a little 2019 cauldron inside!! Tumbler Detail Not sure what it’s there for…but who cares because it’s uber spooky and adorbs! And get this, the tumbler actually lights up! Tumbler Detail THE Cauldron Mug What bewitching brew will you add to your cauldron? Joffrey’s? Starbucks? Hocus Pocus Mug You may start to notice that this whole Hocus Pocus cauldron thing is another trend this year. This mug can be purchased for $19.99. Hocus Pocus Mug Ornaments Speaking of Vampire Mickey, check out this Mickey Moon Ornament! That would certainly make a spooky addition to our trees this year. Mickey Moon Ornament Feelin’ witchy? Or looking to add a little bit of spook to your Christmas tree? Then, look no further than the 2019 Hocus Pocus ornament. This two-sided ornament has our favorite bewitched sisters on one side and Thackery Binx is on the other side! Hocus Pocus Ornaments Pins If you’re a Disney pin collector, you’ll definitely want to add this limited release pin to your collection. Mickey, Minnie, and Goofy are decked out in their Halloween finery on this pin. This Mickey’s Not-So-Scary pin is $17.99. Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Limited Release Pin The Sanderson Sisters have put a spell on me with this set of pins. These limited released pins are $17.99. Hocus Pocus Pins These next few sets of pins will leave you singing Boo to You for the rest of the season. These pumpkin pins come in a mystery box as a set of 2. They’re $21.99 and super fun because you never know which two you’ll get! Pins Here are a few more of the pumpkin pins! Which set is your favorite? Boo to You Pins This limited edition Boo to You set with a few of the Disney Villains glows-in-the-dark. The entire limited edition set is $100, but you can purchase the pins individually as well. Boo to You Pins If you happen to find a Hades pin that looks like the set above, it will cost you $295 because he’s uber limited edition! Popcorn Buckets and Sippers We have already shared these in our Mickey’s Not-So-Scary food review post. But they’ve bewitched us so much that we had to show them off again. First up, the ever so creepy, but ever so AWESOME Oogie Boogie Popcorn Bucket — he’ll be popping up (HA!) sometime in September. Oogie Boogie Popcorn Bucket There’s also the Jack Skellington Sipper, also expected later this season. Jack Sipper The Hitchhiking Ghost Sippers and Popcorn Buckets can be found around the park — check Golden Oak Outpost, Pecos Bill’s, and the Liberty Square popcorn cart for these guys! Hitchhiking Ghost Souvenir Collection And the Mickey’s Pumpkin Balloon Popcorn Bucket can be found at the Castle popcorn carts and Storybook Circus popcorn carts. Mickey Pumpkin Balloon Bucket You can read more about all of these high demand souvenir sippers and buckets here! Halloween Mickey Ears Hocus Pocus lovers are you ready? Well, you better be! Because Disney has created a pair or Hocus Pocus Ears with a cauldron in the middle instead of a bow! Hocus Pocus Ears They have a colorful print covered in all three sisters and a few other spooky-fun items. And the side of them reads Magic Kingdom. Hocus Pocus Ears But most importantly is that spelltacular cauldron in the middle. What do you plan to brew up while wearing these? Hocus Pocus Ears These Villain Spelltacular Ears are $28.16. Hocus Pocus Alex and Ani and Dooney and Bourke And speaking of the Sanderson Sisters! They have also cast a spell to create their very own Alex and Ani bracelets and Dooney and Bourke bags! The set of two is $79.99. Hocus Pocus Alex and Ani This Dooney has bits and pieces that should really remind you of the Hocus Pocus show. We also recently spotted a dress that will match it perfectly — you can check that out here! Hocus Pocus Dooney and Bourke And speaking of bags! Don’t forget to get a bigger trick-or-treat bag if you’re looking to snag a bit more candy throughout the evening. Trick-or-Treat Bag All the Glow Stuff Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Merchandise These are always so fun for the kiddos to use while watching Boo to You or the Not So Spooky Spectacular Fireworks! Glow Stuff!! We have shown you the floating Zero before. But this is the first time we’ve had the chance to see him out of his crate…I mean box! You can read more about him here! Hi Zero!! There are so many light-up lanyards to choose from. Which one is your favorite? Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Merchandise Balloons! And don’t forget about the balloons! Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Balloons I mean, can you really have a party without them? Villain Balloons Especially when they’re covered in villains! Disney Villain Balloons And if you’re looking for more, be sure to check out our Halloween Merchandise post! Disney also introduced a new Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Party Pass that will let you visit the party again and again for a set price. You can read all about the new pass here! What’s your favorite piece of Mickey’s Not-So-Scary merchandise? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: NEWS! Get a “First Look” at Disney’s Not So Spooky Spectacular Coming to Magic Kingdom! 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We are less than a week away from the first day of D23 Expo on August 23rd! ©Disney The event itself sold out earlier this week, and today the advance reservations to panels, meet and greets, and more were released to Gold Member guests. And, now, all of the spots are completely full (!!!). Within only 3 hours of the their release, all of the advance reservations have been booked for Gold Members! D23 Gold Member Advanced Reservation Info After receiving an email earlier this week, Gold Members were prompted to log on to the D23 reservation site at 12 PM PDT on August 16th to secure their advanced spots. However, Disney rescheduled the reservation time until 1 PM PDT on that same day because of system errors (whoops!). D23 Gold Member Advanced Reservation Info But, the errors still occurred after this, and the D23 advance reservations were moved until today at 12 PM PST. Yeah… It’s just as stressful as it sounds. D23 Gold Member Advanced Reservation Info The reservation options that guests were able to book today included a StagePass, StorePass, and TalentPass on top of the different Marvel, Disney Animation, Disney Television, and other booth events on the floor. D23 Pass Information Some of the reservations that were available included the Disney+ Panel, A Musical Celebration of Aladdin, and Disney Legends Award Ceremony. (Robert Downey Jr., here we come). Disney+ If you’re a Gold Member who wasn’t able to snag some reservations, don’t worry! There will be Gold Member Priority queues for Hall D23 and D23 Expo Arena events. Stand-by queues will also be available for ALL StorePass and StagePass areas, including Talent Central. We are sooo ready for the exciting news and photos from the weekend! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Check out our Disneyland Food Reviews Here!! What advanced reservation did you book for D23? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: This Disney Snacks Light-Up Necklace Is Already Selling Out…Before It Even Hits The Shelves! D23 Expo Savings for D23 Gold Members Announced! FIRST LOOK: Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Datapad Preview and Maps on the Play Disney Parks App! View the full article

We have ONE WEEK until Galaxy’s Edge officially opens to the public! So get ready, because you’re going to need your park tickets loaded on this galactic gadget before you can pilot the Millennium Falcon! The Annual Passholder Galaxy’s Edge Magic Band has soared onto the shelves at Tatooine Traders in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The red Magic Band features the Millennium Falcon, X-Wings… … and a 2019 Passholder Logo stretched across the band! The limited release Star Wars Magic Band can be purchased for $29.99. And, don’t worry — you won’t have to barter with Unkar Plutt to get this little guy! Will you be picking up the Annual Passholder Galaxy’s Edge Magic Band to use after the land’s opening next week? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge Annual Passholder Preview Dates in Disney World! First Look and Review: Chill Out With The NEW Coruscant Cooler at Ronto Roasters in Disney World’s Galaxy’s Edge! First Look and Review: We Tried The NEW Takodana Quencher at Docking Bay 7 Food and Cargo in Disney World’s Galaxy’s Edge! View the full article

The Survivors’ Family Program extends to eligible Family members who have suffered a loss of an Active Duty sponsor regardless of the cause. The Survivors’ Family Discount Program provides a 50 percent discount from normal room rates by applicable rate category. The discount applies to additional occupants and up to three guest rooms. The Survivors’ […] The post Shades of Green Survivors’ Family Program appeared first on Military Disney Tips Blog. View the full article

The 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival is less than two weeks away and we can hardly believe it. Chef Remy Magnet Today, we got a chance to take a sneak peek at the merchandise we can expect at the Festival. Take a look at what we found! Passholder-Exclusive Food & Wine Festival Merchandise Let’s dive into the Annual Passholder-exclusive merchandise first. If you’re looking for a coffee mug, you’re in luck! Beginning August 29th, Passholders will be able to pick up these adorable Chef Mickey and Remy mugs! Passholder-Exclusive Mickey Mug Passholder-Exclusive Mickey Mug Each mug features sketches of the landmarks around Epcot. If only we could decide which one we like most! Passholder-Exclusive Remy Mug Passholder-Exclusive Remy Mug You’ll also find a pair of Passholder-exclusive plates! The Figment plate will be available on the first day of the Festival, but you’ll be able to find the Chef Minnie plate on a later date (we’re hearing September 12th, but that could change). Passholder-Exclusive Figment Plate Passholder-Exclusive Minnie Plate We’re always looking for new duds to rep in the parks, which is why we love this Passholder-exclusive Food & Wine Festival t-shirt. Passholder-Exclusive Shirt Passholders will also be able to grab this metallic red tumbler, complete with an outline of Spaceship Earth! Passholder-Exclusive Tumbler You can check out everything else available for Passholders at the festival here! General Food & Wine Festival Merchandise Even if you aren’t an Annual Passholder, there is SO. MUCH. MERCH. available for every guest at this year’s Food & Wine Festival! Food & Wine Festival Merchandise One of the coolest parts about visiting Epcot at this time is that you get to try different dishes inspired by numerous countries! The “Taste Your Way Around the World” tagline on this year’s merch lets other people know that you’re a world traveler (and taster). The bamboo utensils here are meant to inspire guests to re-use and save the planet! Taste Your Way Around the World Kitchen Utensil Case Taste Your Way Around the World Shirt Oh, and you especially want a way to carry around the amazing drinks being offered at the booths, so be sure to grab the Wine Koozie… Taste Your Way Around the World Wine Koozie … And the Taste Your Way Around the World Tumbler! Taste Your Way Around the World Tumbler You can carry the great merch you’re definitely going to want to pick up in this Tote Bag. Food & Wine Festival Tote As you’re traveling around the World Showcase, make sure to stay out of the sun with the Taste Your Way Around the World Hat. Taste Your Way Around the World Hat And, obviously, make sure to pick up full bottles of any of your favorite drinks and place them in the Wine Carrier! Wine Carrier After visiting the Food & Wine Festival, we can’t help but feel a little inspired to try experiments with spices and flavors. Bring some of the magic back to your own kitchen with the Cutting Board… Cutting Board … Bamboo Rolling Pin… Bamboo Rolling Pin … And Wine Glasses! Wine Glasses We love being able to walk around the World Showcase, while we taste our way around the world with the Food & Wine Festival’s interesting cuisine! Food & Wine Festival Hoodie Talk about your favorite pours this year with the Brews Around the World Collection! Peep the Spaceship Earth bottle opener on the brim of this hat! Brews Around the World Baseball Cap You can grab your own Beer Carrier… Brews Around the World Carrier … Mug (so you can have a pint at home)… Brews Around the World Mug … Brews Around the World Shirt… Brews Around the World T-shirt … Bucket… Brews Around the World Bucket … And Growler! You’ll be the life of the party with your family and friends with this merch! Brews Around the World Growler We all like to channel our inner chefs at some point or another, just like Remy from Ratatouille! Say, “Anyone can cook!” with the Remy Chef Shirt… Remy Chef Shirt Remy Chef Shirt … Remy’s Chef Hat (shh, don’t tell anybody he’s the real mastermind behind our great cooking)… Remy Chef’s Hat … The Cheese Board (!!!) and Water Bottle. Remy Food & Wine Festival Merchandise And don’t forget Remy’s Ratatouille Hide & Squeak Game around the World Showcase. Ratatouille Hide & Squeak The prizes will be these cute cups! Choose from Figment, Remy, Mickey, and Minnie! Figment Coffee Cup Just be careful to look out for Figment! He tends to make a bit of a mess of things (kitchens included). Although he can be a disaster sometimes, we still love him!! Show off your imagination with the Figment Collection! We love that this year, it’s all about a “recipe for a Figment!” You can wear the Figment Shirt… Figment Shirt … Have a meal in the Figment Bowl… Figment Bowl … Add a lil’ sugar and spice to your recipes with the Figment Shaker… Figment Shaker … Don the purple and orange of our favorite dragon with the Figment Pin… Figment Pin … And spark some inspiration with the Figment Recipe Book! Figment Recipe Book Some of the greatest chefs of them all whipped up their own collection for the Food & Wine Festival. Check out the purple and pink-colored Chef Mickey and Minnie merch! Chef Minnie and Mickey Collection Serve your homemade pastries on this adorable plate… Food & Wine Festival Plate … While you pin a couple Chef Mickey and Minnie Pins onto your apron! Food & Wine Festival Pins Add the final touches to your creations wrapped up in the Chef Minnie Sprinkles Spirit Jersey! Chef Minnie Robe Minnie, you WORK that purple eyeshadow, girl!! Chef Minnie Robe Baking in the kitchen can be a real workout sometimes. Stay nice and cool with a drink in the Chef Mickey Tervis. Chef Mickey Tervis With the shopping spree you’re about to go on, you’ll need a place to hold your cards and cash! Put them in the Chef Mickey and Minnie Dooney & Bourke Wallet… Chef Mickey Dooney & Bourke … And keep your wallet in the Chef Mickey and Minnie Dooney & Bourke Bag! Chef Mickey Dooney & Bourke If you’re a big fan of pink, you have to sprinkle these Chef Minnie items throughout your house! Chef Minnie and Mickey Collection The Chef Minnie Shaker… Chef Minnie Shaker … Chef Minnie Keychain… Chef Minnie Keychain … and rose gold Chef Minnie and Mickey Mug are the perfect gifts to bring home to your loved ones! Chef Minnie and Mickey Coffee Mug We looovveee new ears in Disney World, so we are ALL FOR these Food & Wine Minnie Ears! (Just look at the cupcake!!) They’d be a great accessory for the DFB team members to wear, don’t you think? Food & Wine Festival Ears And, we have to agree, with everything in life… Things are just a little better with sprinkles and with this hat! Everything Is Better With Sprinkles Hat Remember each country you visited at the Food & Wine Festival this year with the Country Character Pins… Country Character Pins … And all the eats and treats you tasted with the Food & Wine Character Pins! Food & Wine Character Pins With the adorable merch being served up at the Food and Wine Festival, we don’t know if we’ll be able to resist grabbing a few items for ourselves!! What merch item are you looking forward to snagging at the 2019 Food & Wine Festival? Let us know in the comments below! Disclosure: In nearly all circumstances, Disney Food Blog writers and photographers pay full price for their own travel, hotel, food, beverage, and event tickets. We do this because it’s important to us as journalists to ensure not only that we give you unbiased opinions, but also that you can trust us to do so since we’re paying our own way. On rare occasions, when we are invited by a company to attend a preview as media, and when we choose to accept that invitation, we will always make you, our readers, aware of that situation. Today, we were invited by Disney World to attend their media preview of Epcot’s Food and Wine Festival. Note that when we attend events as media we are 1) Not required to review that event/food on any of our channels, and 2) Not required to review that event/food favorably. You can always count on DFB to give you a 100% unbiased and honest review of any event that we attend, food that we eat, or beverage that we drink. You can see more in our Disclosure Policy. Thank you for reading. — AJ Related posts: 8 INSIDER TIPS For The 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival! 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Aight, y’all — hide your puppies, ’cause Ms. Cruella reigns supreme at a NEW event debuting this year at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party! Cruella’s Halloween Hide-a-Way Welcome to Cruella’s Halloween Hide-a-Way, a super-special event taking place each night of MNSSHP, where guests indulge in unlimited eats and treats as well as alcoholic beverages and soft drinks, get VIP viewing for the Boo to You Parade, AND get to hob-nob with Cruella herself! Today, we had the opportunity to check out this event for the very first time, so follow along with us to see if it’s worth spending your moolah AND your precious MNSSHP time on. This event kicks off at Tony’s Town Square Restaurant each party night at 9:30 PM. And much like Tony’s Most Merriest Town Square Party — which you can read our review of here from last year’s Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party — this extra-ticket event allows guests to come and go at their leisure from 9:30 PM-12:30 AM on the designated party night, noshing and sipping when they’re not watching the Boo to You Parade from a VIP vantage point. Cruella’s Halloween Hide-a-Way The exterior of Tony’s is decorated with a few pieces of fall decor as is the case with most Main Street USA edifices. Cruella’s Halloween Hide-A-Way We showed off our bands before gettin’ the party started. Cruella’s Halloween Hide-A-Way Tables have satin red runners and a centerpiece filled with black and white feathers. Cruella’s Halloween Hide-a-Way It wasn’t too over the top, but it did evoke Cruella. Cruella’s Halloween Hide-a-Way And the rooms also felt a bit more transformed and spooktacular thanks to the red uplighting. Cruella’s Halloween Hide-a-Way The event is filled with a bunch of sweet and savory eats, and there are both hot and cold food options (we’ll go through them all for you in a bit). Everything is served buffet style, so you can nosh on your own schedule. This broad buffet table offers antipasti, crudite, breads, meats and cheeses, and other appetizer options. It’s a good start, but don’t fill up too much here — there are more substantial hot food options that you need to try. Cruella’s Halloween Hide-a-Way Alcohol and beverages are included with your Cruella ticket, and there are two bars available to guests. One is located on the right as you walk into the restaurant, and the other is located in the enclosed porch area. Cruella’s Halloween Hide-a-Way The drink options included sodas, beers, and wines. The last call for alcohol came at 12:15 AM. A bar with freshly brewed Joffrey’s coffee is also set up in the main dining room. Cruella’s Halloween Hide-a-Way Talk about a midnight pick-me-up, right?! Cruella’s Halloween Hide-a-Way We kicked off the evening with a taste from the Witches Cauldron. The options included some super yummy Butternut Squash Ravioli, Fried Mozzarella, assorted Halloween Flatbreads, and more! Cruella’s Halloween Hide-a-Way The Fried Mozzarella is hand-breaded and served with marinara sauce. Cruella’s Halloween Hide-a-Way By far our fav food item of the night, the Butternut Squash Ravioli is mezzaluna ravioli with brown butter sauce, hazelnuts, crispy capicola, parmesan, and fresh sage. The flavors worked SO well together and we loved how the texture and ingredients complimented each other. Cruella’s Halloween Hide-a-Way Butternut Squash Ravioli We had the option of cheese and pepperoni flatbreads. These weren’t anything special. They were just meh. But they’d be a good option for those super picky eaters in your group. Cruella’s Halloween Hide-a-Way Pizza Flatbreads Another option is the Trio of Arancini. These fried rice balls were filled with braised beef, truffled mushroom, and fresh mozzarella. This was another one of our FAVORITES. They were warm and super yummy. They were also quick to eat, which is nice when you’ve spent cash money on a ticket for the MNSSHP party itself…and you’re trying to get your money’s worth from the hide-a-way event! Cruella’s Halloween Hide-a-Way Trio of Arancini And here are the ever-so-eerie Goblin Bites. These are mini meatballs on skewers. Good, but not Earth-shattering. Cruella’s Halloween Hide-a-Way Goblin Bites Now let’s explore the wickedly sweet dessert options. Cruella’s Halloween Hide-a-Way Desserts One of our favorites (getting points primarily for style) were the Dalmatian Chocolate-dipped Strawberries. Not only are they adorable, but the fruit was fresh and flavorful. Cruella’s Halloween Hide-a-Way Dalmatian Chocolate-dipped Strawberries You can also get yourself some of the Cruella Brownie Bites. Is it just me or does the icing look just like Cruella’s iconic hair? These were rich, but the flavors weren’t overpowering. Another great dessert option. But parents beware!! The icing will probably stain mouths, teeth, and hands as well as clothing. Cruella’s Halloween Hide-a-Way Cruella’s Brownie Bites Another dessert option were the Cannolis. Sadly, we weren’t too blown away by these. I think our reviewer’s exact words were “the cannoli would be insulting to anyone Italian.” Ouch. To put it nicely, the texture wasn’t authentic and the taste was bland. Cruella’s Halloween Hide-a-Way Cannolis And what would a Cruella party be without Kanine Krunchies? These are a spiced shortbread topped with every basic witch’s dream — pumpkin buttercream! Cruella’s Halloween Hide-a-Way Kanine Krunchies We also spotted some tiny Red Velvet Cheesecakes, and a fun Cruella-themed pushpop decorated with the villains iconic red shoe done in chocolate. And guess who was lurking at the back of the restaurant? Well, none other than Cruella herself! Hi Cruella!! She was available throughout the night for autographs and selfies. The hide-a-way was pretty crowded and the Cast Members did struggle to keep some of the food stocked. Mind you, this is the first night of the event…EVER! But knowing that this event is basically a carbon copy (sans themeing) of the Tony’s party during Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party last year, they should have the blueprint pretty well sorted out by now. Cruella’s Halloween Hide-a-Way Guests attending Cruella’s Hide-a-Way also have access to a reserved viewing area for “Mickey’s Boo-To-You” Halloween Parade. This viewing kicks off at 11:15 PM (it’s for the second parade of the night) and guests are welcome to keep coming and going to and from the Hide-a-Way until 12:30 AM — 30 minutes after the party officially ends. Boo-To-You The event is $99 per person and reservations for Cruella’s Halloween Hide-a-Way are available online or by calling (407) 939-3463. Is Cruella’s Halloween Hide-A-Way Worth It? OK, let’s recap: you’ve already paid nearly $100 for your Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party ticket. MNSSHP already offers more entertainment, events, rides, food, character meet and greets, and activities than anyone can feasibly pack into 5 hours; yet Disney’s suggesting you spend another $100 to dedicate some of your limited MNSSHP time at a cocktail party? It doesn’t reeeeeally make sense on the surface, so let’s dig into what the rationale might be for actually doing it. If the food had been amazing, we might recommend it a little more heartily; but while the food was fresh and respectable, it wasn’t something that merited paying this much money to NOT be at the Halloween party we already paid for. Now, Cruella herself is pretty cool. But not 100 extra dollars cool. Plus her line was super long most of the night. The VIP parade viewing? Very nice. But, let’s be honest — if you’re going to wait out the crowds until the second parade at MNSSHP, it’s pretty easy to get a good view (most people — especially families with small children — watch the first parade, the fireworks, and then leave…which means great vantage points for the second parade are pretty easy to find). The extra 30 minutes to nosh and drink after the party is officially over? Also a benefit. But last call for alcohol was at 12:15, and if you’ve waited until the very end of the night to eat the buffet food…well…you know you’re getting the leftovers since cast members aren’t bringing out fresh pans of eats at midnight when most of the guests have already gone. Soooo…we still can’t really figure out how the finances balance when it comes to booking these types of events, so your reasoning needs to be something that doesn’t have to do with making the party “worth it” in terms of cost. Maybe you love Cruella. Maybe you enjoy having a nice, air-conditioned spot to come back to throughout the evening where you can have a quick beer or glass of wine before heading back for more trick or treating. One of our reviewers remarked that she’d been to Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party several times in the past, and didn’t really need to do *everything.* So having the opportunity to have a meal, meet a villain, and get VIP parade viewing could be worth the money if you thought about it from that perspective. And that’s up to you to figure out — what’s right for YOU and your family. And we hope we’ve shown you enough to help you decide. Disclosure: In nearly all circumstances, Disney Food Blog writers and photographers pay full price for their own travel, hotel, food, beverage, and event tickets. We do this because it’s important to us as journalists to ensure not only that we give you unbiased opinions, but also that you can trust us to do so since we’re paying our own way. On rare occasions, when we are invited by a company to attend a preview as media, and when we choose to accept that invitation, we will always make you, our readers, aware of that situation. Today, we were invited by Disney World to attend their media preview of Cruella’s Halloween Hide-a-Way. Note that when we attend events as media we are 1) Not required to review that event/food on any of our channels, and 2) Not required to review that event/food favorably. You can always count on DFB to give you a 100% unbiased and honest review of any event that we attend, food that we eat, or beverage that we drink. You can see more in our Disclosure Policy. Thank you for reading. — AJ Are you planning to have a wickedly good time at Cruella’s Halloween Hide-a-Way this year? Let us know about your spooky plans in the comments below! Related posts: BIG NEWS!! Disney Introduces Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Pass! EMERGENCY! 2319 Cone Lands at Auntie Gravity’s Galactic Goodies! Where Oh Where Has Disney World’s Tomorrowland Sign Gone? View the full article

Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party welcomed its first guests of the season tonight, and we were among those who came ready to party. And by party, we mean eat! Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party That’s because Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party kicks off a season of often intricate and always creative Halloween treats, some of them exclusive to the Party and others available all day every day (which, by the way, is our preferred schedule of eating snacks). So put on your costume with the stretchiest pants, and let’s taste our way through EVERY treat at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party! Yep, we ate them ALL — every single Halloween treat at the Magic Kingdom. And we’ve got plenty of photos and thoughts to share about each one. Come along with us! Halloween Treats Available All Day Main Street Bakery Main Street Bakery is running wild with the Amuck, Amuck, Amuck Cupcake. Amuck Cupcake The first impression here is very good: it’s totally thematic and a cool design. The Sanderson Sisters are holding court over the cauldron, as well they should! Amuck Cupcake This all-day treat is Halloween in a cupcake with peanut butter chips, chocolate candies, and toffee baked in the vanilla cupcake itself. Amuck Cupcake The filling in the Amuck Cupcake is clearly labeled ‘caramel sauce,‘ which we expected to be oozy and unctuous like delicious witches’ brew. But in reality, the sauce immediately pooled at the bottom of the cupcake, causing it to fall apart as soon as we cut into it. Amuck Cupcake But the real showstopper here, in terms of appearances, is that cake cauldron on top! The colors are perfect for the holiday: bright, shimmering green and deep black. Amuck Cupcake But inside, there’s a little bit of cake surrounded by a ton of black frosting, so it’s also pretty gruesome. Beware your pearly whites; this frosting will stain your teeth! Amuck Cupcake You can read our full review of the Amuck Cupcake here! The Halloween Cinnamon Roll is a returning favorite (see our first taste of this beastly roll here!) and features a colossal Mickey cinnamon roll with orange icing and a chocolate spider web. Halloween Cinnamon Roll We’ve long said this cinnamon roll would be even better with an extra drizzle of chocolate on top, and we stand by that. But it’s still fantastic, and as an all-day treat, it’s big enough to share with your crew for breakfast, too. Casey’s Corner Casey’s is holding down the fort on a simple chocolate brownie. They offered up a Mickey-fied version of this treat for Mickey and Minnie’s Surprise Celebration in May (see it here) and a Minnie Mouse version at last year’s Halloween Party (check that out here), but for the fall season, it’s Donald in a pumpkin. Donald Duck Brownie This straightforward sweet treat is a fudgey chocolate brownie in the Disney-ubiquitous black ramekin topped with vanilla buttercream and a white chocolate medallion featuring our favorite duck. Donald Duck Brownie This just so happens to be one of our favorite quick-service desserts. If you’re Halloween Party-ing with a picky eater, send them to Casey’s for this one. FYI — while this isn’t a Halloween item (it’s for Gay Days in Disney World) — Casey’s is also selling a Rainbow Glow Cube. Check out more views of this cool collectible here! Rainbow Glow Cube Storybook Treats The Maleficent Cone is taking over Storybook Treats once again! Maleficent Cone This is a black waffle cone filled with lime soft serve. It’s topped with chocolate horns and a bit of purple sugar. As ice cream treats go, this one is pretty refreshing with a decent hit of citrus. But we’re in it for the chocolate horns, anyway. Note that this time around (the Maleficent cone has been back several times through the past couple of years), the cone seems squatter and wider. It looks like the same amount of lime dole whip inside, but the cone is shaped slightly differently. Maleficent Cone Auntie Gravity’s Galactic Goodies We are ballistically excited for Auntie Gravity’s Galactic Goodies this year because she. is. bringing. the. spice! Pumpkin Spice Soft Serve Sundae, to be exact! Pumpkin Spice Sundae This is a swirl of pumpkin spice soft serve (yes!) topped with caramel sauce and candy corn. We loved this! The pumpkin spice flavors come through in the creamy ice cream, and the caramel adds just a hint of butteriness. Pumpkin Spice Sundae All in all we were big fans. (Hate candy corn? Ask for this one without!) Pumpkin Spice Sundae But Auntie is taking care of the PSL lovers this year because she’s also churning out a Pumpkin Spice Milkshake! Pumpkin Spice Milkshake Auntie has upped her fall milkshake game in 2019; last year she was serving up a Candy Corn Milkshake (check that out here), but this one is a lot more enjoyable. Again, the spices come through (it’s the same soft serve as the sundae — just blended). Pumpkin Spice Milkshake And to top it off, there’s a Mickey marshmallow straw. (That’s a Mickey marshmallow on a wide paper straw, not a straw made of marshmallow which… can we get one of those? Trick or treat?) Pumpkin Spice Milkshake The Pumpkin Spice Milkshake is listed as gluten-friendly, but be sure to ask about the candy garnish and the marshmallow! Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Exclusive Treats Party-exclusive treats are just that: available only at the Party in a variety of locations. These are not included with the cost of admission; they’re all an extra cost. But in many cases, they are so worth it. Casey’s Corner For party exclusives at Casey’s you’ll find the “Now Begin Thy Magic Spell” drink…which, we admit, is a little clunky as far as names go. Even for Halloween. Now Begin Thy Magic Spell Slush This one was straight up cherry slush — pre-mixed in the slush machine — so there wasn’t a lot of “depth” to it, shall we say? Pretty much just tasted the cherry here — not a lot of the passion fruit, sprite, or lemonade came through. Now Begin Thy Magic Spell Slush But the white-chocolate-dipped (or completely dunked, in this case) apple slice was a fun ghostly touch. Pecos Bill Tall Tale Inn and Cafe Pecos Bill Tall Tale Inn and Cafe is serving up two Party-exclusive goodies. Hades Nachos have burned their way back in 2019 (we first enjoyed them last year). Hades Nachos are a base of black bean tortilla chips topped with Buffalo chicken, “plastic” nacho cheese, and anything you wanna add from the Fixin’s Bar. Hades Nachos We do love a nacho, and these are a great savory addition to the Party. They also bring a bit of heat with that Buffalo chicken, so do be prepared for some fiyah. Also at Pecos Bill’s is a sweet offering called Billy’s Worms & Dirt. Last year the Worms ‘n’ Dirt here wasn’t specially Billy’s, but we appreciate the addition of William “Billy” Butcherson (of Hocus Pocus fame!) to the dish. Billy’s Worms ‘n’ Dirt The Worms ‘n’ Dirt are made with “gluten friendly” cake crumbs, chocolate pudding, gummy worms, and a white chocolate tombstone. But if you’re gluten intolerant, be sure to double check! Billy’s Worms ‘n’ Dirt This is another simple sweet, and we love it for that. Something about worms ‘n’ dirt brings us straight back to childhood, and now we’re ready for more trick-or-treating, thank you. Golden Oak Outpost Golden Oak Outpost is serving a trio of Party bites and bevs: a Caramel Pretzel, Cinnamon Donuts, and Frozen Apple Cider. The Cinnamon Donuts were available at last year’s Party (check them out here)! Cinnamon Donuts They’re still fried golden brown and coated in tasty cinnamon sugar. The Warm Caramel-Stuffed Pretzel is another repeat offering. It’s a big, doughy pretzel with a ribbon of caramel stuffed into its center. Warm Caramel Stuffed Pretzel This is a balance of sweet and savory with a heavier lean toward savory, so if you’re looking to get away from the sweets a little, and you’re a big fan of pretzels, this is a good option. Warm Salted Caramel-Stuffed Pretzel Golden Oak’s final Halloween Party item is a Frozen Apple Cider. Last year the cider here was chilled (just served over ice), so the Frozen version is a slushy step beyond. Frozen Apple Cider We found this to be refreshing for its soft-frozen consistency, but it doesn’t come across as a rich, flavorful cider. It’s more like apple juice, and we think it’s likely because of the slushy preparation. Still, if you love slushies, you’ll enjoy this one. Just don’t go in hoping for that quintessential cider flavor. Sleepy Hollow Haunting the Party at Sleepy Hollow is the Headless Horseman Cheesecake. This is layers of chocolate mousse and chocolate cake coated in bright orange mirror glaze. (We saw a similar creation a couple of years ago at Gaston’s Tavern.) Headless Horseman Pumpkin Cheesecake Inside the cheesecake are chocolate crunchies, which add some needed pops of texture in the soft-on-soft creation. Headless Horseman Pumpkin Cheesecake It’s topped with a chocolate Headless Horseman piece printed with his arm holding a spooky jack o’lantern, and a dollop of pumpkin spice cream. The texture of this is closer to the Satu’li Canteen Blueberry Cheesecake than dense, rich cheesecake; but if you are looking for a soft chocolate mousse, this is tasty. Headless Horseman Pumpkin Cheesecake Sleepy Hollow also has — as per usual — a Mickey Waffle Sundae, this time in Chocolate. In the past we’ve seen pumpkin-flavored waffle sundaes here (and red velvet for the winter holidays), so we were excited to see how black chocolate waffles tasted. Turns out, they’re fairly subtle (unfortunately the black color seems to be mostly from food coloring, not chocolate itself). Chocolate Mickey Waffle Sundae But the pumpkin gelato served with the sundae: YES! The frozen consistency of the gelato makes it seem much lighter than the mousse in the Pumpkin Cheesecake, and it’s really delicious. Chocolate Mickey Waffle Sundae We’re saying you’ll probably go for the chocolate Mickey Waffles but stay for the pumpkin gelato. Liberty Square Popcorn Cart Liberty Square’s Popcorn Cart is just a stone’s throw away from the Haunted Mansion (a must at the Halloween Party!), and you’re definitely going to want to find it. The cart is selling Constance’s For Better or For Worse Wedding Cake. Constance’s for Better or For Worse Wedding Cake You’ll recognize Constance as the murderous bride from the Mansion’s attic scene, and her cake is killin’ it, too. This is a mini tiered citrus cake layered with raspberry Bavarian cream, covered in glacage (mirror glaze), and decorated with buttercream pearls and flowers. Constance’s For Better or For Worse Wedding Cake For the final grisly touch: a chocolate axe! Yeah, we get the point: this wedding cake comes with a side of terror! Constance’s For Better or For Worse Wedding Cake Kudos to the Magic Kingdom bakery team on this one! Brilliant and delicious. Storybook Treats Fantasyland’s Storybook Treats will begin offering a Party-exclusive treat in September. It’s called Snake Eyes, and it looks funky! This bright-green concoction is a mix of Sprite, lime soft serve, and green apple flavoring. It’s garnished with gummy worms and light-up dice (hello, souvenir!). Snake Eyes We’ll be back for a review just as soon as it’s ready for guests to roll the dice! Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Cafe is offering the Berry Blaster, a glass of purple goodness that combines blue curacao, cherry lemonade, and Sprite. A garnish of lemon and raspberries basically clues you in to the flavor game here: berry with a hint of citrus. But because it’s Sprite rather than lemonade, the Berry Blaster manages to be sweet rather than sour. Berry Blaster This is refreshing and tasty; get this if you’re in need of hydration in Tomorrowland. Berry Blaster And to chase your Berry Blaster: the Lots-O-Burger! We’ve seen Lots-O used as culinary inspiration before (see him at Disneyland Resort’s Pixar Fest here), and the presentation uses a similar technique to the Mickey’s Surprise Celebration Cheesburger we saw branded earlier this year. Lots-O-Burger The Lots-O-Burger is topped with brie fondue, an onion ring, and strawberry-bacon jam. Don’t worry: the strawberry is balanced out by the bacon in a delicious combination that doesn’t make this treat too sweet. (Remember the tasty strawberry glaze we tried at Backlot Express not too long ago? Turns out strawberry is delicious when it goes savory!) Lots-O-Burger If you’re looking for a tasty savory meal during the Party, the Lots-O-Burger is a good option! Aloha Isle You arrrrrrrrg going to want to try the Pirate’s Horizon at Aloha Isle. This drink combines pineapple, orange, and passion fruit juices on ice with a wedge of pineapple. Pirate’s Horizon Though the Halloween Party is a nighttime affair, we loved this bright, sunshiney drink! But it DID get super sweet and syrupy there at the end, so after you take your sunset shot, stir this one a bit before tasting. Pirate’s Horizon Cool Ship Hades is keepin’ it spicy with his nachos over at Peco Bill’s, but at Cool Ship, the Hades Hatred beverage combines lemonade and (non-alcoholic) blue curacao with blueberry popping pearls and a swath of blue cotton candy. Hades Hatred In addition to its fun aesthetics, Hades Hatred is pretty tasty…once you get over the incredible sweetness that is cotton-candy-melted-in-your-drink! Hades Hatred Yep, this tasted like straight up blueberry sprite. But note that there weren’t any straws available at Cool Ship when we were there, so you may have to go begging at another counter service spot to actually drink this one through the cotton candy! Hades Hatred Cinderella Castle Snack Carts The Jack Skellington Push Pop is returning to the Party, and this year he’ll be found at snack carts near Cinderella Castle. Jack Skellington Push Pop Jack is comprised of layers of chocolate cake, vanilla buttercream, white and dark chocolate crisp pearls, and dark chocolate curls.We preferred Jack last year to the year previous (panna cotta blech), so we’re glad the push-pop features buttercream once again. But Jack’s not alone this year! You can also get a Sally Cake Pop (!!!) at the Castle Carts, and this one is gluten-friendly! Sally Push Pop Sally’s presentation is gluten-friendly vanilla cake, buttercream, and strawberry crispy pearls. Very simple — but delicious! That said, the gluten-friendly cake was very crumbly versus moist, so be prepared for that! Sally Push-Pop The tiny pops of strawberry from the crispy pearls is fun and fruity. If you’re after simple flavors, definitely get this one (even if gluten is your BFF). Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Souvenir Buckets and Sippers Lucky for us, Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party always brings the fun with themed souvenirs, and this year is no exception. Note that for all of the items below, Disney Parks Blog didn’t say where or even when these will be available (they only said “throughout the season”), but we’ll make note of where we spot them! We’re starting with what’s sure to be the most coveted of all the souvenirs: the Hitchhiking Ghosts Collection! @DiningInDisney found this trio in Disneyland Resort last week, and now they’re available on the east coast, too! AND, we DID see them available at MNSSHP tonight! Hitchhiking Ghost Souvenir Collection Gus was at Golden Oak Outpost, Ezra was at Pecos Bill’s, and Phineas was at Liberty Square popcorn cart and Pecos Bill’s! Lines were SUUUUPER long, though, so if you want these guys, get ’em right away when you get to the park. Here are some things to know: Phineas and Gus are buckets, and Ezra is a sipper (you can see the straw popping through Ezra’s hat). Click here to read all about these super cool collectibles! Hitchhiking Ghosts Collection This year there’s also a Mickey Pumpkin Balloon Popcorn Bucket, too. We LOVE a Mickey Balloon Popcorn Bucket, and this one is for sure made for displaying at home all season long! This was also available at the party tonight — we found it at the Castle popcorn cart, and at Storybook Treats popcorn cart. Mickey Pumpkin Balloon Bucket Oogie Boogie is back to his popcorn bucket roots, but this time the design is a little more…ahem…in your face! Oogie Boogie Popcorn Bucket See? It’s his face! As per usual, Oogie Boogie is a popular ghoul, so grab him when you see him! And finally, brace yourself. Because “what’s this” is a Jack Skellington Sipper! Yeah, everyone’s freaking about him. We’ll let you know when we see him! Jack Skellington Sipper He’ll sell out fast, we’re certain! That’s it from the very first Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party! Be sure to check out DFB’s full coverage, including Halloween Party merchandise, entertainment, and special events! And stay tuned to the DFB Guide YouTube channel where we’ll be posting lots of video from the Party, too! Will you be attending Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party this year? Are you grabbing an all-day snack while you’re in Magic Kingdom this season? Let us know what you’re looking forward to eating in the comments below! Note that while DFB did have a reporter at a Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party media event this evening, all of these food reviews were done by a separate DFB reporter who had purchased a ticket for entry to the party. All food items reviewed were purchased by DFB. Related posts: What’s New in Disney World’s Magic Kingdom?: April 10, 2018 What’s New in Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom: July 11, 2018 What’s NEW In Magic Kingdom This Week!! (Spoiler Alert — LOTS.) View the full article

The opening day for the 2019 International Epcot Food and Wine Festival is almost here! Epcot’s International Food and Wine Festival We know there are TONS of new booths and menu items hitting the promenade this year — from that AH-MAZING Raclette cheese at the Alps Booth to our-brand-new-favorite Mule Beer at Coastal Eats! And we TOTALLY got the chance to try a ton of them today! We can’t wait to share our reviews and photos with you! Let’s take a look at some of the NEW items making their way to the 2019 International Food and Wine Festival. And fair warning, my friends, proceed with caution as you may leave this post hungrier than you expected! Food and Wine Festival New Booths to the 2019 Food and Wine Festival The Alps Calling all cheese lovers!! This is THE booth for you. The Alps is a new booth addition this year where you’ll find Swiss-inspired dishes like a Venison Stew with Crushed Potatoes and…be still my little cheese-lovers heart…a Warm Raclette Swiss Cheese with Baby Potatoes, Cornichons, and a Baguette. Warm Raclette Swiss Cheese So in addition to trying the raclette, we got to see what the process will be in the booth for scraping that gorgeous cheese from the melty block of raclette! It’s SO COOL! Check out our social media channels to see it in action! The Alps Anyway, the raclette — don’t miss it! One of the new desert options will be the Blueberry and Almond Frangipane Tart. This is made with crème fraîche and Blue Diamond® Almonds. This one was very light and our reviewers loved it. The pastry cream was very flavorful — perfect with the fruit! Blueberry and Almont Frangipane The Alps will also serve Rosé De Gamay. Rose Gamay You can view the full 2019 Food and Wine Festival Alps menu here! Appleseed Orchard Appleseed Orchard is another new booth addition to the Food and Wine Festival. Here, you will find a Charcuterie and Cheese Plate that features Burton’s Maplewood Farm Applejack Brandy Barrel Aged Maple Syrup and Caramel-Apple Popcorn. Appleseed Orchard Sign The apple-inspired beer flight was pretty dangerous considering it tasted like straight apple juice!! So GOOD but BEWARE!! Apple Cider Flight Check out the full NEW Appleseed Orchard booth menu here! The Donut Box Now, y’all, CHECK IT OUT! If you were wondering what happened to all the cronuts this year…we’ve got the answer! Another new booth was JUST announced! The Donut Box will open at the festival on October 1st…and it sounds like it’s replacing Taste Track, which always offered the festival cronut options! This location will have a Black and White Coffee Cocktail garnished with a fresh yeast donut sprinkled with chocolate espresso bean crumbles. This was our favorite of the alcoholic options we tried today. Though it was STRONG, we loved the flavors and SUPER LURVED the donut. (True, it’s not a cronut…so maybe cronuts have had their day at Disney. We’ll keep you updated.) Black and White Coffee Cocktail The Donut Box will also have a Sweet Corn Fritter with Fresno and red pepper jelly, Strawberry-dusted Yeast Donut Holes, and a Strawberry Smoothie made with Blue Diamond Breeze Almondmilk®. There will also be festival exclusive beer called Boston Cream Donut Ale created by Central 28 Beer Company (DeBary, Fla.). Looking forward to that last one… . You can read more about The Donut Box here! Cool Wash Mo’ Betta’ with the extra booths!! We’ve got another new addition JUST ANNOUNCED today! Cool Wash — which is an existing location at Epcot — will be transformed into a new booth experience for the Food and Wine Festival this year. Cool Wash Here you will be able to create frozen beverages with slushy flavors like Orange Cream and Blue Raspberry. There will also be a bunch of fun mix-ins like Swedish Fish, Boba Pearls, Jelly Drops, and Pop Rocks! Get your kids ready for some SURRIOUS SUGAR. You can read more about Cool Wash here! Returning Booths with New Menu Items Thailand Thailand will be serving up a Shrimp with a Cold noodle salad. Thailand Festival Booth This looks very similar to the one served last year, but this time no scallop cake is being served with the dish. Shrimp and Cold Noodle Salad The sauce was excellent and the shrimp were a good size. But overall the dish wasn’t super memorable on this go ’round. Check out the full Thailand booth menu here! Islands of the Caribbean The Islands of the Caribbean will be serving up their Jerk-spiced Chicken in an all-new way this year. You can expect to see this fan-favorite grilled ON STAGE! The Jerk-spiced Chicken is served with roasted sweet plantain salad and mango chutney. Islands of the Caribbean Booth Last year it was served as a lollipop; but the presentation seems to be a bit different this year, likely thanks to how it’s being cooked. Spiced Jerk Chicken Read our Jerk Chicken review here!! Africa A new vegan dish to Africa is the Spicy Kenyan Vegan Githeri with white beans, pigeon peas, curry rice pilaf, and kachumbari slaw. Africa Festival Booth We thought that this was extremely flavorful without being heavy. It’s a great option when you want a substantial dish without being weighed down. Spicy Kenyan Vegan Githeri Take a look at the 2019 Africa booth menu here! Coastal Eats New to the Coastal Eats menu this year is the Pacifico Striped Bass Tostada with slaw and fire-roasted tomatillo sauce. Coastal Eats The Pacifico Striped Bass Tostada had a little bit of heat, which we were totally there for. We also really enjoyed the crunch that the tostada added and we loved the flavors of the sauces. Pacifico Striped Bass Tostada Short’s Brewing Co. Mule Beer is a festival exclusive. We thought that this drink tasted JUST LIKE a Moscow Mule and we think it will be a great option to cool guests down during the early (still WAY HOT) days of the festival. Mule Beer Check out the full Costal Eats menu here! Active Eats Looking for a mid-day pick-me-up?! 2018 Active Eats Then head over to Active Eats for their new Fruit and Nut Snack Bar. This is made with pecans, almonds, toasted coconut, chocolate chips, and drizzled chocolate on top. This one was crunchy and fun, but has enough protein from the nuts to keep you going around the showcase. It’s a fun option for kids to get into the mix. Fruit and Nut Energy Bar You can view the full 2019 Active Eats booth menu here! Australia Australia is servin’ up the new Deconstructed Pavlova, which is made with pastry cream, citrus-macerated berries, and lemon myrtle meringue. Australia Booth We loved the crunch from the meringue and the fruit was uber fresh and delish! But I’m intrigued to see the price point on this. It’d better not be too over the top for a few berries and some sugar-air… . Just sayin’. Deconstructed Pavlova You can view the entire Australia menu here! Shimmering Sips Mimosa Bar Disney has brought back three of last year’s most popular mimosas to the Shimmering Sips Mimosa Bar, the Topical, Blood Orange, and Key Lime. Shimmering Sip Mimosa Bar And this year they have decided to make a flight out of them! So you will get 4oz of each! Mimosa Flight The mimosas were all super sweet and we could hardly taste the alcohol at all! So be careful with this one! You can read our 2018 Shimmering Sips Mimosa Bar review here! So two BRAND NEW booths and several brand new items? Not a bad evening if we do say so ourselves! Remember to go check out ALL the menu items at the 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival HERE, and follow DFB on August 29th as we eat EVERYTHING at the festival…and share all the photos with YOU! Which item are you most excited to try? Let us know in the comments below! Disclosure: In nearly all circumstances, Disney Food Blog writers and photographers pay full price for their own travel, hotel, food, beverage, and event tickets. We do this because it’s important to us as journalists to ensure not only that we give you unbiased opinions, but also that you can trust us to do so since we’re paying our own way. On rare occasions, when we are invited by a company to attend a preview as media, and when we choose to accept that invitation, we will always make you, our readers, aware of that situation. Today, we were invited by Disney World to attend their media preview of Epcot’s Food and Wine Festival. Note that when we attend events as media we are 1) Not required to review that event/food on any of our channels, and 2) Not required to review that event/food favorably. You can always count on DFB to give you a 100% unbiased and honest review of any event that we attend, food that we eat, or beverage that we drink. You can see more in our Disclosure Policy. Thank you for reading. — AJ Related posts: Best of the Fest: What to Eat (and Sip!) at the 2018 Epcot Food and Wine Festival! News! Cool Wash Added to Booth Lineup for Epcot’s Food and Wine Festival! News: Gluten Free Eats at the 2017 International Food and Wine Festival at Epcot! View the full article

While The Haunted Mansion is spooky year-round, it becomes ten times eerier with the addition of ghouls and ghosts during Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party. And, this party-exclusive dessert is giving us hot and cold running chills! The Haunted Mansion Tombs Constance’s For Better or For Worse Wedding Cake has materialized at the Liberty Square Popcorn Corn, ready for sorry guests to fall madly in love with it. Liberty Square Popcorn Cart Treat Sign The citrus-scented cake is topped with raspberry Bavarian cream, glaçage and buttercream pearls, decorative flowers, and a chocolate axe. Constance’s Wedding Cake This cake was very moist and delicious. Just a slight amount of the citrus flavor came through, so it wasn’t overwhelming. The raspberry flavor was light as well, but we could still taste it. There was only a tiny amount of buttercream on the outside, and we wish there had been more to balance out the other fruity flavors. Constance’s Wedding Cake The dessert itself was very wiggly, almost like it was scared of Constance herself! Constance’s Wedding Cake You can take a bite of this terrifying treat for $7.50 or a Disney Dining Plan snack credit during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party! Constance’s Wedding Cake Here comes the bride… Will you be attending Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party this year? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: Halloween is HERE in Disney World’s Magic Kingdom! Photos and REVIEW! This Hocus Pocus Cupcake Casts a Spooky Spell in Disney World! Pics and Review: The Pumpkin Spice Soft-serve Sundae Has Arrived in Disney World! View the full article

Gay Days have made their way to Disney World again this year, and we love seeing all the merch and treats to accompany the specially themed days. Casey’s Corner And, we spotted another adorable item in Magic Kingdom to commemorate the event! At Casey’s Corner, the Rainbow Glow Cube can now make your drinks (and your days) a little bit brighter. Rainbow Glow Cube The rainbow glow cube has tiny Mickeys throughout its colorful stripes and clouds at either end. The LED lights shine brightly through the design. Rainbow Glow Cube You can add the Rainbow Glow Cube to any beverage at Casey’s for an additional $3.79. Have you spotted the Rainbow Glow Cube yet? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: 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! NEW! Out-Of-This-World Patches Launch in Magic Kingdom! View the full article

Hey, friends! We have been wondering about the final Eat to the Beat performer for a while now. Epcot’s Food and Wine begins August 29, 2019! And guess what? We now know who the final performer is! The 2019 Epcot InternationalFood & Wine Festival officially kicks off on August 29th. And, today, we have learned that Joey Fatone and Friends will be taking the final spot in the Eat to the Beat Concert Series on November 12th-14th. Chris Kirkpatrick, a 13-piece band, and Ryan Cabrera will all be appearing with Joey during these dates! We can also expect a special guest, though we aren’t sure who it will be just yet. Eat to the Beat Concert Series We have seen Joey at The Candlelight Processional before but this will be his first time performing at the Eat to the Beat Concert Series. And we’re really excited to check it out! View the list of the 2019 Eat to the Beat performers here! Disclosure: In nearly all circumstances, Disney Food Blog writers and photographers pay full price for their own travel, hotel, food, beverage, and event tickets. We do this because it’s important to us as journalists to ensure not only that we give you unbiased opinions, but also that you can trust us to do so since we’re paying our own way. On rare occasions, when we are invited by a company to attend a preview as media, and when we choose to accept that invitation, we will always make you, our readers, aware of that situation. Today, we were invited by Disney World to attend a Food & Wine Festival media event. Note that when we attend events as media we are 1) Not required to review that event/food on any of our channels, and 2) Not required to review that event/food favorably. You can always count on DFB to give you a 100% unbiased and honest review of any event that we attend, food that we eat, or beverage that we drink. You can see more in our Disclosure Policy. Thank you for reading. — AJ What do you think of this new addition to the Eat to the Beat lineup? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: ANOTHER Performer Has Been Added to the 2019 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Eat to the Beat Concert Lineup! Check It Out! runDisney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Medals Revealed! BREAKING NEWS! See the Change to the Eat to the Beat Lineup for Epcot’s Food and Wine Festival View the full article

It’s been an out-of-this world summer at the Disneyland Resort. Whatever adventure you may choose—from enjoying the outdoor musical stage show “Tale of the Lion King” to traveling to a galaxy far, far away at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, there’s never been a better time to experience the magic of Disney. Head to the Disneyland Resort now for the perfect end-of-summer celebration! It’s also your last chance to experience these five, limited-time offerings: Soarin’ Over California (through Aug. 31) “Disneyland Forever” (through Sept. 2) “Tale of The Lion King” (through Sept. 2) Pop-Up Disney! A Mickey Celebration (through Sept. 2) “Main Street Electrical Parade” (through Sept. 30) What’s your favorite summertime experience at the Disneyland Resort? View the full article

Epcot’s Food & Wine Festival officially begins on August 29th and we are SO ready to sample all the items from the food booths. Spaceship Earth We already told you that The Donut Box is coming to the Festival this October, but we just learned that Cool Wash is joining the booth lineup as well! Cool Wash is an existing location in Epcot’s Future World, but it will offer “refreshing sips” for the Festival beginning October 1st. They will offer “create your own frozen beverages with slushy flavors ranging from Blue Raspberry to Orange Cream.” You’ll be able to add fun mix-ins to your slush, like popping pearls, Swedish Fish, Pop Rocks, and jelly drops. Cool Wash We love the opportunity to personalize our treats, so we’re already looking forward to checking out the slushes from Cool Wash this November! We’ll keep you updated as we learn more about this Festival addition. Are you planning on experiencing Epcot’s Food & Wine Festival this year? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: What’s New in Epcot — Festival Booths, Fun Jewelry, and Construction Updates! NEW Donut Box Experience Coming to Epcot’s Food and Wine Festival! Final Performer Announced for Epcot’s Food and Wine Festival Eat to the Beat Concert Series! View the full article

We’re about to give ya pumpkin to talk about! Auntie Gravity’s The Halloween treats in Magic Kingdom are some of our favorites during the year. While we’ve already seen the Pumpkin Spice Milkshake, Auntie Gravity’s Galactic Goodies is also creating the perfect swirl with the Pumpkin Spice Soft-serve Sundae! Pumpkin Spice Sign at Auntie Gravity’s The pumpkin-flavored soft-serve ice cream is topped with caramel sauce and candy corn and is served in your choice of a cup or a cone. Pumpkin Spice Soft-Serve Sundae We personally looove pumpkin-flavored treats, but this sundae outdid itself. The ice cream lightly tasted of pumpkin spice mixed with sweet cream. Also, the caramel sauce mixed beautifully with the sundae. The candy corn on top was a nice chewy finish to complement the pumpkin ice cream. Pumpkin Spice Soft-Serve Sundae You can get this AMAZING sundae throughout the Halloween season Auntie Gravity’s for $5.49 or a Disney Dining Plan snack credit. You can never have too much pumpkin spice, right?! Are you celebrating the start of the Halloween season in Disney World? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: Review! Take a Sweet Sip of the Pumpkin Spice Milkshake in Disney World! Halloween is HERE in Disney World’s Magic Kingdom! Photos and REVIEW! This Hocus Pocus Cupcake Casts a Spooky Spell in Disney World! View the full article

We have rarely been so excited about a milkshake in Disney World, you guys… Auntie Gravity’s Galactic Goodies And, do you want to know why? We’ll give you one hint: it’s our favorite fall flavor!! The Pumpkin Spice Milkshake is now available at Auntie Gravity’s Galactic Goodies in Magic Kingdom! Pumpkin Spice Sign at Auntie Gravity’s The pumpkin-flavored shake is topped with whipped cream and candy pumpkins, and is accompanied by a Halloween straw and a marshmallow Mickey! Pumpkin Spice Milkshake It looks similar to last year’s Candy Corn Milkshake, but the flavor is completely different. The Pumpkin Spice Milkshake tasted like a frozen pumpkin pie (!!) right down to the whipped cream on top. The only things that made it different from a real pie — y’know, other than the fact that it’s a milkshake — were the sweet candy pumpkins and soft marshmallow. But, we LOVED them and thought they completed the treat. Pumpkin Spice Milkshake You can get the new shake throughout the Fall season at Auntie Gravity’s for $7.99 or a Disney Dining Plan snack credit. And, if you’re going to Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party, this is the perfect drink to start off your spooky night! Pumpkin Spice Milkshake Stay tuned to Disney Food Blog as we review even MORE Halloween treats, like the Amuck Cupcake! Have you tried the Pumpkin Spice Milkshake? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: Halloween is HERE in Disney World’s Magic Kingdom! Photos and REVIEW! This Hocus Pocus Cupcake Casts a Spooky Spell in Disney World! Review! The EPIC Monster Brownie Sundae Has Arrived in Disney World! View the full article

It seems like just yesterday when we began serving up tantalizing news bites about the 24th Epcot International Food & Wine Festival, which runs a record 87 days from Aug. 29 to Nov. 23. And now, less than two weeks from opening, here’s more! Two additional new marketplaces – The Donut Box and Cool Wash – will debut Oct. 1 with sweet eats and refreshing sips. Disney chefs have harnessed their creative energies for a festival spin on the donut craze, producing irresistible marketplace goodies that include a Black and White Coffee Cocktail garnished with a fresh yeast donut sprinkled with chocolate espresso bean crumbles. Yes, please! And, there’s more – The Donut Box also will feature a Sweet Corn Fritter with Fresno and red pepper jelly, plus Strawberry-dusted Yeast Donut Holes. Also on the menu is a Strawberry Smoothie made with Blue Diamond Breeze Almondmilk® and an exclusive festival beer called Boston Cream Donut Ale (yes, we said “donut ale”!) from Central 28 Beer Company, located in DeBary, Fla. Cool Wash will be a chill stop where you can create your own frozen beverages with slushy flavors ranging from Blue Raspberry to Orange Cream. Then, go crazy with mix-ins: Swedish Fish, Jelly Drops, Boba Pearls and – wait for it — Pop Rocks! Talk about a taste-bud party! There’s also big news on the Eat to the Beat Concert front! Central Florida boyband great Joey Fatone hits the America Gardens Theatre stage Nov. 12-14 as Joey Fatone and Friends, featuring Chris Kirkpatrick and Ryan Cabrera. Expect plenty of dance moves and enough personality to delight guests of all ages. And we’re thrilled to announce another Eat to the Beat update: alternative rock band Smash Mouth – soon to release a brand-new album — will rock the stage Sept. 16-17. Don’t forget, you can get your gourmet groove on Aug. 29-Nov. 19 with an Eat to the Beat Dining Package. Dining packages are available at select table-service locations and include guaranteed concert seating. Let the music play on for the nightly Disney du Jour Dance Party! We just learned of some new Radio Disney artist appearances to add to those already announced: Sept. 27-28 – Isabella Nicole (“Headphones”) Oct. 4-5 – Avenue Beat (“Delight”) Nov. 1-2 – AJ Mitchell (“All My Friends”) Nov. 8-9 – Kylie Cantrall (“That’s What I’m Talkin’ Bout”) Nov. 15-16 – Erin Bowman (“Keep Me Warm”) Nov. 22-23 –Tegan Marie (“Horses”) Reservations for special programming and premium festival events including Eat to the Beat Dining Packages can be made by calling (407) WDW-FEST. For more information on the Festival, check out TasteEpcot.com and keep checking back to the Disney Parks Blog for more Festival updates! View the full article

This year’s Epcot Food & Wine Festival kicks off in less than two weeks, and we have some intriguing news to share! Epcot’s International Food and Wine Festival Later this fall, a new Donut Box experience will be added to the Festival’s lineup of booths. The Donut Box will be located in Epcot’s Future World, and we believe it may possibly take the place of Taste Track. According to Disney, this new location will open in October of this year. Epcot Future World We don’t have much information about the Donut Box yet, but we’ll keep you updated as we learn more! Disclosure: In nearly all circumstances, Disney Food Blog writers and photographers pay full price for their own travel, hotel, food, beverage, and event tickets. We do this because it’s important to us as journalists to ensure not only that we give you unbiased opinions, but also that you can trust us to do so since we’re paying our own way. On rare occasions, when we are invited by a company to attend a preview as media, and when we choose to accept that invitation, we will always make you, our readers, aware of that situation. Today, we were invited by Disney World to attend their media preview of Epcot’s Food and Wine Festival. Note that when we attend events as media we are 1) Not required to review that event/food on any of our channels, and 2) Not required to review that event/food favorably. You can always count on DFB to give you a 100% unbiased and honest review of any event that we attend, food that we eat, or beverage that we drink. You can see more in our Disclosure Policy. Thank you for reading. — AJ Are you attending Epcot’s Food & Wine Festival this year? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: What’s New in Epcot — Construction Updates, Food News, and MORE! What’s New in Epcot — Festival Booths, Fun Jewelry, and Construction Updates! Here’s What We Can’t WAIT To Try At The 2018 Epcot Food and Wine Festival! View the full article