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Tonight’s After Dark image was snapped at La Cabane Des Robinson at Disneyland Park in Paris. Doesn’t the Robinsons’ home look simply magical lit up at night? Here, guests can explore an intricate series of walkways and stairs that lead through the family’s kitchen, library and bedrooms – all cleverly decorated with shipwreck salvage. Thanks to photographer Mark Willard for the image. View the full article

A pride full of Lion King-themed treats have popped up around Walt Disney World over the last few months. Lion Paw Cookie We’ve seen a Bugs ‘n Grubs Waffle Cone, a Grub Burger, a Simba Cupcake, an Asante Slush, and so much more. Now, a new Lion Paw Cookie is attempting to be the king of the jungle as it has popped up at just about every ice cream cart around Animal Kingdom. This pre-packaged Selma cookie is actually really good, friends! Ours had been kept in the freezer with the ice cream treats, so it was nice and cold! Lion Paw Cookie The Lion Paw cookie is also super freakin’ cute, so it’s perfect for those of you who are looking to snap some fun AK food pics. Lion Paw Cookie Ingredients The cookie is also really thick and sweet, so you might be able to share this treat with your family. Lion Paw Cookie And since it’s only $3.50 or a snack credit if you’re on the Disney Dining Plan, it’s quite the deal for its size! If you’re looking for more options like this one, be sure to check out the Lion Paw Cookie in Disney Springs. What did you think of the new Lion King movie? Tell us about it in the comments below! Related posts: A NEW Lion King Scavenger Hunt is Coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom! 36 Things You Didn’t Know You Could Do at Walt Disney World! TOP 9 Disney Dining Plan Quick Service VALUES for 2019! View the full article

We love a good brunch, which is why we were thrilled when Disney California Adventure’s Lamplight Lounge began offering brunch in May. We tried the Mimosa Flight, Potato Flautas, Indulgent French Toast, and several other menu items, and were definitely impressed when it opened! Lamplight Lounge If you love brunch just as much as we do, we have some exciting news to share! Lamplight Lounge is now offering brunch on Fridays, in addition to Saturdays and Sundays! When Lamplight Lounge first opened booking for brunch, the meal was only offered on Saturdays and Sundays from 8:15 AM to 12:00 PM, but now brunch is available every Friday through Sunday from 8:15 AM to 1:30 PM. (Note that the hours listed on a few Sundays in August vary.) Lamplight Lounge Brunch Availability We can’t think of a better way to start a day at Disney California Adventure than eating a delicious brunch at Lamplight Lounge. Just look at those donuts! Donuts with Sauces Head on over to Disneyland’s website to book your Lamplight Lounge brunch reservation! Read our full Lamplight Lounge brunch review here! Check out more Disneyland Food Reviews Here!! Heather Sievers is DisneyFoodBlog’s Dining in Disneyland columnist! Check out more of her adventures at @DininginDisney on Instagram! Related posts: Have You Seen The Purple Potion Drink and Cobbler at Disney California Adventure’s Lamplight Lounge? Booking Now Open for New Brunch at Pixar Pier’s Lamplight Lounge in Disney California Adventure Check Out the Menu for New Brunch at Pixar Pier’s Lamplight Lounge in Disney California Adventure View the full article

Are you ready to eat your way through Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Walt Disney World Resort? That day is coming fast, fellow travelers, because it opens on August 29 at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! When you visit Black Spire Outpost on the planet of Batuu, you’ll be greeted with a variety of food and beverage options, and you won’t want to miss out on any of them! Oga’s Cantina If you’re thirsty for a taste of adventure, then Oga’s Cantina might be just the thing to quench your thirst! This notorious watering hole serves as the hangout spot for all of the locals as well as smugglers, bounty hunters, and the groovy droid, DJ R-3X! Here you’ll find a variety of specialty beverages with and without alcohol. For the fully-grown Jedi and bounty hunters out there, the specialty beverages with alcohol are served throughout the day. There’s even a few morning specialties like the Bloody Rancor made with vodka, chile liqueur, spicy Bloody Mary mix, and a rancor bone cookie. The afternoon and evening specialties include options like the Outer Rim featuring silver tequila, açai liqueur, lime juice, pure cane sugar, black salt, and exotic fruit purée. There’s also the Yub Nub made with pineapple rum, spiced rum, citrus juices, and passion fruit as well as my personal favorite, the Fuzzy Tauntaun. This fun drink comes with peach vodka, peach schnapps, orange juice with tangerine, pure cane sugar, and “buzz button tingling” foam. Younglings and travelers of all ages can also enjoy an array of family-friendly concoctions like the Blue Bantha. Offered all day, this beverage features blue milk served chilled and topped with a bantha-inspired vanilla-butter sugar cookie. During the afternoon and evening, sip on concoctions like the Hyperdrive (Punch It!) with Powerade Mountain Berry Blast, white cranberry juice, black cherry purée, and Sprite or the Jabba Juice featuring Simply Orange with pineapple, kiwi, cantaloupe, and blueberry popping pearls. You can also try a new provision with alcohol (exclusive to Walt Disney World Resort): the Rodian Ration. This comes with vodka, sour apple liqueur, Sprite, and green apple popping pearls. Of course, there’s also a version without alcohol called Oga’s Obsession with Odwalla Lemonade, cotton candy flavor, and blue popping pearls. For snacking, you can order Batuu Bits – a trail mix featuring different seasonal crunchies and crispies that pair perfectly with any of the drinks on the menu! Docking Bay 7 Food & Cargo Step into a working hangar bay where you’ll find that Chef Strono “Cookie” Tuggs has docked his food freighter, “Tugg’s Grub: A Traveling Diner for Diners Traveling,” right on the roof. He’s serving up a variety of dishes prepared with ingredients from across the galaxy. Sit down in the spacious hangar (or grab a table in the rustic outdoor seating area) and chow down on eats like the Felucian Garden Spread (plant-based “kefta” with herb hummus, tomato-cucumber relish, and pita) or the Yobshrimp Noodle Salad with chilled shrimp, marinated noodles, and seasonal vegetables. To drink, sip on specialty beverages without alcohol like the Moof Juice with Simply Fruit Punch, Simply Orange with pineapple, and chipotle-pineapple. For a specialty beverage with alcohol (exclusive to Walt Disney World Resort) – try the Takodana Quencher with dragon berry rum, blue curaçao, Simply Orange with pineapple, and kiwi. And to satisfy your sweet tooth, indulge in the Batuu-bon featuring chocolate cake with white chocolate mousse and coffee custard or the Oi-oi Puff – a raspberry cream puff with passion fruit mousse. Milk Stand Stop by the Milk Stand to try Batuu’s legendary blue and green treats. Both the Blue Milk and the Green Milk feature a plant-based blend of coconut and rice milks and can even be ordered with alcohol (exclusive to Walt Disney World Resort). Sip on a Blue Milk Cooler with rum or a Green Milk Cooler with tequila! And don’t forget to order your Bubo Wumba Family Farms souvenir drink vessel. Ronto Roasters Roasted to perfection by our pitmaster droid 8D-JB, the Ronto Wraps are a great grab-and-go bite served at Ronto Roasters. They come with roasted pork, grilled sausage, peppercorn sauce, and tangy slaw wrapped in pita. You can also take a bite out of some Nuna Turkey Jerky, offered in sweet and spicy flavors. To quench your thirst, you can try the non-alcoholic Tatooine Sunset with Gold Peak Unsweetened Tea, Odwalla Lemonade, melon, and blueberry. Or you can enjoy the Walt Disney World Resort exclusive specialty beverages with alcohol: Trandoshan Ale (a spiced wheat ale) or the Coruscant Cooler featuring Kentucky bourbon, cherry liqueur, fortified wine, cranberry, and lime juice. Kat Saka’s Kettle Pop into this eclectic food stall (run by grain merchant Kat Saka) in the Black Spire Outpost Marketplace for a unique taste of Batuu. The Outpost Mix is a combination of sweet and savory popcorn and is the perfect snack for the traveler on the go! Get your spaceships ready, because you’ll be able to travel to Batuu in just one month! Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Walt Disney World Resort opens August 29, 2019, at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. If you want to take a look at the full menus for all of the locations, check out my Foodie Guide to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge or visit any of the pages linked above! For more information, to purchase tickets, and to book reservations, visit the Walt Disney World Resort website. View the full article

In honor of the recently released Disney’s “The Lion King,” we’re sharing another animation tutorial inspired by the 1994 animated film release. Today’s character is the lovable and humorous sidekick, Timon. Today’s tutorial was shot at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, where Character Artist Heather at The Animation Experience at Conservation Station. This tutorial starts with a template, which you can download here, that gives you a headstart on Timon’s head shape and drawing guidelines. Watch the video below for the next steps! Check out some of our other character tutorials below! Learn to Draw: Sally from Tim Burton’s ‘The Nightmare Before Christmas’ Learn to Draw: Celebrate Spring With Daisy Duck Learn to Draw Aladdin’s Pal, Genie Learn to Draw Tinker Bell Learn to Draw Buzz Lightyear from ‘Toy Story’ Learn to Draw Special Edition: ‘Frozen’ Voice Actor Josh Gad Tests His Skills at Drawing Olaf Learn to Draw Hiro from ‘Big Hero 6′ Learn to Draw Mickey’s Pal Pluto Learn to Draw Baymax From ‘Big Hero 6’ Learn to Draw Rapunzel’s Buddy, Pascal Learn to Draw Stitch Learn to Draw Winnie the Pooh Learn to Draw Jack Skellington Learn to Draw Oswald the Lucky Rabbit Learn How to Draw ‘Frozen’s’ Anna Do You Want to Draw a Snowman? View the full article

The inspirational transformation of the iconic castle at Hong Kong Disneyland Resort is set to enter its most important stage yet. Starting today, thematic towers and spires representing 13 stories of beloved Disney Princesses and heroines will be lifted onto the castle base. Celebrating a sense of diversity, inclusion and unity, Cinderella, Tiana, Aurora, Ariel, Mulan, Snow White, Moana, Merida, Belle, Rapunzel, Pocahontas and Jasmine – along with Anna and Elsa from Disney’s “Frozen” will all have their moment to shine on the castle this summer. When fully transformed, the iconic castle will stand as a shining beacon of courage, hope and possibility, inspiring all who dare to dream big. While the castle transformation is underway, an array of new Disney Princess experiences is available throughout the resort. An immersive princess transformation experience awaits young guests at the brand-new Storybook Shoppe — Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique at the castle area. Hong Kong Disneyland Hotel has also unveiled the Cinderella Suite at the Kingdom Club, featuring an interior decor heavily inspired by the classic tale. When the transformed castle debuts next year, it will be home to a new breathtaking daytime show and nighttime spectacular as well as a new outdoor stage area and viewing terrace. View the full article

A new Funko POP! collection is about to make a SPLASH at Walt Disney World. Splash Mountain In celebration of Splash Mountain’s 30th Anniversary, Disney and Funko will release an exclusive POP 3-Pack! This pack will feature Br’er Rabbit, Br’er Fox, and Br’er Bear! And gosh, do we love these little guys. The pack will be available beginning August 3rd at Disney’s Pin Traders in Disney Springs and at Frontier Trading Post in Magic Kingdom. ©Disney If you’re looking for more Splash Mountain merch, make sure you check out the Splash Mountain Wishables! What’s your favorite Magic Kingdom attraction? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: EMERGENCY! 2319 Cone Lands at Auntie Gravity’s Galactic Goodies! REVIEW: A New Ingredient Makes These Disney World Limited Time Fries Even HOTTER! Hog Dog News Alert: The Casey’s Corner Foot-Long Hot Dogs are BACK in Disney World! View the full article

The hot dogs keep getting crazier and crazier over at Casey’s Corner in Magic Kingdom. And friends, we ARE HERE FOR this trend. Casey’s Corner in Magic Kingdom We’ve seen Buffalo Chicken, Cuban, and Corned Beef Hash Hot Diggity Dogs. But now it’s time to check out the all-new Fried Pickle Hot Diggity Dog. Since it’s a brand new month, we knew that a new Casey’s Hot Diggity Dog was on the way! But, we weren’t expecting something so exciting!! You can get this new hot dog as a foot-long or as a standard-sized hot dog. Fried Pickle Dog The Fried Pickle Hot Diggity Dog is an all-beef hot dog topped with roasted green and red peppers, shredded cheddar, fried pickles, chipotle ranch, and green onions. This will also come with your option of chips or apple slices! Fried Pickle Hot Diggity Dog Foot-Long The foot-long is $13.49 and the regular dog is $11.49. And, get this — there are also Fried Pickle Loaded French Fries! Just like the hot dog, the fries are topped with green and red peppers, shredded cheese, chipotle ranch, fried pickles, and green onions! Fried Pickle Loaded Fries You can expect to find these at Casey’s Corner in Magic Kingdom for a limited time!! Will you be giving this new hot dog a try? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: REVIEW: A New Ingredient Makes These Disney World Limited Time Fries Even HOTTER! Hog Dog News Alert: The Casey’s Corner Foot-Long Hot Dogs are BACK in Disney World! Review: Casey’s Corner Chili-Cheese Dog with Shredded Cheese View the full article

We are more than ready for Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge to open THIS MONTH on August 29th, and now Hollywood Studios’ newest land is getting even more real. Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge The land’s map is now live on the My Disney Experience app and on Disney World’s website! As you can see, the entrance to Galaxy’s Edge is located behind Toy Story Land, near Alien Swirling Saucers. My Disney Experience Screenshot Upon walking into the land, you’ll come across locations like Droid Depot, Savi’s Workshop, and Oga’s Cantina. My Disney Experience Screenshot As you continue exploring Batuu, you’ll find none other than Millennium Falcon: Smuggler’s Run, Docking Bay 7 Food and Cargo, and other shops and dining locations. My Disney Experience Screenshot If you want to pick out your very own Porg, you’ll be able to do that at the Creature Stall! My Disney Experience Screenshot And, starting December 5th, you’ll get to experience Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance, which is located in the back of the land. My Disney Experience Screenshot This map makes us even MORE ready for the opening of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge! Stay tuned to Disney Food Blog for more Galaxy’s Edge news. Which Galaxy’s Edge location are you going to visit first? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: 2019 Disney Restaurant ULTIMATE GUIDE: What You Need To Know About EVERY Restaurant Opening In Disney World and Disneyland in 2019! Here’s What You CAN’T MISS at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge! Take a Look at New and Exclusive Merchandise for Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Toydarian Toymaker, Creature Stall, and More! View the full article

It’s never too early to get into the holiday spirit, just like it’s never too late to start a new family tradition. This holiday season, immerse your family in a winter wonderland of fun – but leave the cold at home! With Very Merrytime Cruises setting sail to tropical destinations from early November through the end of the year, there are plenty of options for your family to come together and celebrate the winter holidays in a whole new way. Here are just some of the reasons why a Disney cruise is the perfect holiday celebration… 1) It’s a great way to bring the extended family together. There’s plenty of room for everyone, no one gets stuck sleeping on the couch, and none of you have to cook, clean or do the dishes! What a fun way to get grandparents, aunts, uncles and cousins together to make unforgettable memories. 2) There are endless options for a family photo – and plenty of people around to take it for you! The hardest part will be choosing your favorite backdrop, with stunning locations like the grand atrium, the white-sand beaches of Castaway Cay and the deep blue ocean on a sunny day at sea. 3) You’ll never hear “I’m bored” from anyone in the family. A Disney cruise is already packed with activities designed for all ages, and our Very Merrytime Cruises feature additional entertainment to spread the holiday cheer. Events like “Mickey’s Tree-Lighting Magic” and “Santa’s Winter Wonderland Ball” are sure to entertain the whole family. 4) Santa Claus is coming to town! Kris Kringle himself will be on board to listen to Christmas wishes and take photographs with children. His darling wife will treat kids to “Story Time with Mrs. Claus,” a special time for her to read well-known Christmas stories from her rocking chair near the tree. Getting to meet this jolly couple is something your children will never forget! 5) It will put you in the holiday spirit. Sometimes the busyness of our everyday lives can make it difficult for even the most spirited ones to feel the holiday cheer. Family activities like building gingerbread houses, listening to Dickens-inspired carolers and celebrating with beloved Disney characters in festive attire are sure to put you in a jolly good mood! Very Merrytime cruises are offered on a variety of tropical itineraries from ports in Florida, California, Texas and New York. Click here to choose the right one for your family, and get ready to create a new family tradition! View the full article

One of the Disneyland Resort’s most beloved attractions, Haunted Mansion, is celebrating its 50th anniversary next week. To commemorate this ghastly milestone, spirits of all ages can get their mortal hands on special anniversary merchandise starting Aug. 9, including apparel, accessories, collectibles and more. We’re bewitched by these top picks! First, if you’ve ever wanted to become a caretaker to one of the Haunted Mansion’s 999 restless spirits, consider procuring a Host A Ghost! With a ghostly giggle and a simple tap on these jars, Madame Leota will conjure your spirit to materialize for you. Choose from a selection of dearly departed souls, including Constance Hatchaway, Professor Phineas Plump, The Hatbox Ghost, among others. Pick up your Host a Ghost at the dedicated cart in New Orleans Square. To add some “spirit” into your wardrobe, you can also find commemorative items such as an ear hat, tee shirts and other ghoulish gear. You’ll also find a plethora of Haunted Mansion-inspired jewelry and accessories. ALEX AND ANI is celebrating with a “50 Years of Happy Haunts” charm. PANDORA is releasing three new Haunted Mansion-inspired charms, including this limited-edition anniversary charm to add to your collection! Find these charms at La Mascarade d’Orleans. In addition, a variety of anniversary-themed pins will be available to add to your collection. Lastly, if you’re looking for more ways to celebrate this grim grinning occasion, attend a special after-hours event, “The Haunted Mansion: Celebrating 50 Years of Retirement Unliving.” Next week, gather during the 13th hour when Madame Leota will make a special appearance to conjure up the happy haunting. At this separate ticket event, enjoy themed food and beverages, after-hours access to select attractions in New Orleans Square, Frontierland and Adventureland, photo opportunities and lively entertainment. You’ll also be among the first to unearth these commemorative anniversary merchandise items, in addition to event-exclusive pieces. Learn more about the event, details and pricing, including how to purchase tickets here. These items and more will have you grim grinning from ear to ear at Disneyland Resort when we celebrate the Haunted Mansion’s 50th anniversary! View the full article

This just in!! Universal Orlando will be opening an all-NEW theme park — Epic Universe. Universal Parks – Epic Universe ©Universal This announcement came today at a Universal Studios press conference. This will be Universal Orlando’s third theme park, and interestingly enough, this park will not be connected to the existing Universal Studios park. Instead, it looks as if the new park will be located near the Orange County Convention Center. No information about transportation between the two locations has been announced yet! Universal Parks – Epic Universe ©Universal This new park will be located on a 750-acre plot and will have offerings like shopping, restaurants, and hotels. Sadly, information on the new park’s planned attractions was not shared. ©Universal Details on the opening of this new location have not been released. But, we will update you with new information as soon as we know! We’re interested to see what new opportunities this park will bring to Universal and to Orlando as a whole. We’re also interested to see how Universal Orlando operates with its parks being so spread out! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! What do you think of the new park? Let us know in the comments below! No related posts. View the full article

We’re BACK with another roundup of What’s New in Epcot! Spaceship Earth Today we’ll talk about all the new merchandise, menu updates, and the construction updates we found. Let’s get started! Epcot Food Update Future World Kicking things off in Club Cool, all sodas aside from Italy’s Beverly were available when we were there. When we last checked, Club Cool was out of Brazil’s Guarana Kuat soda, so we were glad to see it back in stock. Club Cool Sodas World Showcase Over in World Showcase, signage for the Brewer’s Collection booth is now up. We previously spotted the booth last week. We can’t wait for Epcot’s Food and Wine Festival to kick off on August 29th! Brewer’s Collection Booth At Joffrey’s, we spotted a new spinach and cheese pastry for $4.99. Spinach and Cheese Pastry In the Germany Pavilion, the beer and pretzel booth (which will be used for the Food and Wine Festival) was closed when we were there, but the beer and pretzel cart is back! Bier und Brezeln Booth Bier und Brezeln Cart Bier und Brezeln Cart In the Canada Pavilion, its future Food and Wine booth is closed, but the actual Popcorn Cart is back. The Ketchup Chips were still on the menu for $4 and they added Unibrone Autre Chose Peach IPA to the menu for $11. Fresh Popped Corn Booth Canada Popcorn Cart Canada Popcorn Cart Menu Epcot Construction Update Future World Back over in Future World, we noticed that construction is underway to put up the Food and Wine Festival booths. You can view all the menus for this year’s festival here! Future World Booth Construction Future World Food and Wine Festival Booth Construction Also in Future World, construction is progressing on the Guardians of the Galaxy coaster. We sure wish we knew what’s going on inside the show building, but in the meantime, we’ll just be counting down the days until 2021! Guardians of the Galaxy Coaster Construction Guardians of the Galaxy Coaster Construction Construction is still ongoing for the space-themed restaurant as well. The immersive restaurant is set to open later this year, and we are super pumped about it! Space-themed Restaurant Construction When we were in Epcot, we noticed a construction wall outside Coral Reef. The restaurant’s main sign is covered, but the dining location is still open. We’ll let you know if we learn more about the construction! Coral Reef Construction Wall World Showcase In the American Adventure Pavilion, construction is underway to convert Liberty Inn to Regal Eagle Smokehouse: Craft Drafts & Barbecue. The new dining location will feature barbecue and beers on tap when it opens. Stay tuned to Disney Food Blog for more updates on this restaurant! American Adventure Construction We’ve previously mentioned the construction work taking place in the Canada Pavilion, and we’ve now seen the addition of designed construction covers. We aren’t super sure what’s going on behind the scaffolding, but we assume the construction is for general maintenance. Canada Pavilion Construction Epcot Merchandise Update Future World In Mouse Gear, we spotted The Lion King Dooney & Bourke collection that we’ve now seen in several locations around Walt Disney World. Lion King Dooney & Bourke Collection Learn more about The Lion King collection here! Also in Mouse Gear, we found Yoo Hoo necklaces and earrings for $14.99 each. We love the vibrant pink color! Yoo Hoo Necklace Yoo Hoo Earrings World Showcase In the Canada Pavilion, Northwest Mercantile’s sign by the registers honored O Canada‘s last day before its temporary closure. In case you missed it, O Canada has temporarily stopped running as a new film is created for the attraction. During Epcot’s International Food and Wine Festival, the O Canada theater will serve as an air-conditioned space to relax. O Canada Sign Thanks for joining us on our travels around Epcot! Stay tuned to Disney Food Blog for even more news from the Disney parks and resorts. Which World Showcase Pavilion is your favorite? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: What’s New in Epcot — Food and Wine Booths, SO MUCH Construction, and the Most Adorable Pens We’ve Ever Seen! What’s New in Epcot — Construction Updates, Food News, and MORE! A Summer Prix Fixe Menu Has Returned to This Popular Disney World Steakhouse View the full article

It’s seriously a tale as old as time…every time Disney and Dooney & Bourke release a new collection, I contemplate spending my ENTIRE paycheck on the latest prints. Lion King Dooney & Bourke Collection But honestly, with collections like the Lion King collection and the Cats collection, how could you not? AND now, not spending our money just got 10x harder because Disney is releasing a new Beauty and the Beast-inspired collection. The adorable bags are covered in some of our favorite Beauty and the Beast friends like Cogsworth, Lumiere, and Mrs. Potts. And get this, friends — though the collection is officially releasing in Walt Disney World’s Disney Springs district tomorrow, it’s already available ONLINE! So, you can actually buy these bags right now. There are three new bags the choose from. The first is the Beauty and the Beast Wallet for $158. ©Disney The second is the Beauty and the Beast Crossbody Bag for $248. ©Disney And the third is the Belle Tote for $298. This bag has stolen my heart as it took me back to watching Belle twirl around the ballroom with the Beast for the very first time. ©Disney You’ll be able to purchase these bags at Ever After Jewelry and Co. in Disney Springs starting tomorrow! And, we assume and hope this collection will pop up in other locations around Disney World and Disneyland as well. But as we mentioned earlier, these bags are already available online…so if that check is burning a hole in your pocket like mine is, be sure to check them out! Which bag is your favorite? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: New Dooney & Bourke Cat Collection Spotted at Disney Springs New Dumbo Dooney & Bourke Collection Arrives in Disney Springs Tomorrow NEWS and Review! Grub Burger and Orange Cream Shake Debut in Disney Springs! View the full article

Lots of things have been happening around the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort in the last few years! With renovations taking place at locations like Shula’s Steak House and Phins Lounge, the resort seems to be pushing to become an even better option for Disney guests. Swan and Dolphin Resort And now, the Swan and Dolphin released information stating that not one but TWO new quick-service food and drink locations are on their way! These two new locations are being added to the Swan’s lobby. Java, a new grab-and-go location, will serve a few breakfast options along with sandwiches, wraps, salads, and desserts throughout the day. This location is expected to open later this summer. Java ©Swan and Dolphin Java will also serve teas, espressos, coffees. They’re even going to serve Nitro Brew, which is cold-brewed coffee with liquid nitrogen. Java Concept Art ©Swan and Dolphin There will also be a new frozen drink counter, which is expected to open in the fall! According to Luciana Sperduto, the resort’s Director of Food and Beverage, “The demand for quick food and drink options has continued to grow among our guests. Whether they’re headed to the theme parks for the day or are in and out of meetings, these two new options will give guests, delicious ways to stay energized while they’re on the go.” We cannot wait to check out these new locations! Be sure to stay tuned to Disney Food Blog for more updates! What do you think about this new addition? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: Review: Italian Favorites at Il Mulino in Disney World’s Swan Hotel! What’s New at the Epcot Area Resorts — Menu Changes, Skyliner Construction, Independence Day Merch, and More! NEW! These 12 Varieties Of Chocolate Covered Strawberries in Disney World are SO EXTRA! View the full article

Hey, guys! We’re back with another DFB Video and today we’re talking about the latest and greatest in Disney news!! Riviera Resort Skyliner Construction With BIG announcements like the opening date for the Skyliner Gondolas, room only discounts, the Family Holiday Package, a possible walkway from Disney’s Grand Floridian to Magic Kingdom, and BIG holiday changes, there’s a ton to talk about. That’s why we chat about dates, details, and all the need to know information in our latest DFB Video! And if you love this video, there’s plenty more for you to enjoy over on our DFB YouTube Channel! By the way, have you subscribed yet? If you hit the button below, you can subscribe to the channel and never miss a single episode! So check out the video and then let us know: The BIG news you didn’t know about before watching the video! Related posts: DFB Video: The LATEST NEWS from Disney World and Disneyland! DFB Video: The BEST New Festival and Celebration Foods in Disney World and Disneyland This Week! DFB Video: The Latest Disney News! View the full article

My husband and I recently welcomed a baby boy into our family – and I simply cannot wait to take him on his first trip to Walt Disney World Resort! Nothing compares to watching a little one meet Mickey Mouse or a favorite Disney Princess at Magic Kingdom Park or take in the colorful sights and sounds of “Festival of the Lion King” and marvel at Disney’s Animal Kingdom’s animal inhabitants. If you’re a family of three looking for the right time to take your little one on his or her first visit, then we have a new package deal you simply can’t miss! The My First Disney Getaway Package costs $999 and includes a two-night stay at a select Disney’ All-Star Resort for two adults and one child (age 3-9), plus one-day admission to Magic Kingdom Park and one-day admission to Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Package guests will also receive one stroller rental per day (subject to availability), as well as a reusable merchandise bag that contains a plush toy, autograph book and pen, and a pair of “My First Visit” Mickey Ears! The My First Disney Getaway Package can be booked now through September 24, 2019, for travel dates occurring most Sunday to Wednesdays between August 11 through September 25, 2019. Visit DisneyWorld.com/firstgetaway for more information on the My First Disney Getaway Package. To book now, call 407-939-2733. View the full article

When menus were released by Disney World earlier this month for its Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge dining locations, there was one notable absence: alcoholic beverages. Love it or hate it, Walt Disney World restaurants typically serve adult beverages, and we expected to see some appear on the World’s Docking Bay 7 Food & Cargo and Ronto Roasters menus. Docking Bay 7 Food and Cargo And now, with under a month left until the 11-acre land opens to the public, online menus have been updated for both eateries. Now two specialty alcoholic drinks have been added for both Docking Bay and Ronto Roasters. Docking Bay’s offerings include the Takodana Quencher ($15) comprised of Bacardi Dragon Berry Rum, Blue Curacao, Simple Orange Juice, Pineapple, and Kiwi and the Gold Squadron Lager from Blue Point Brewing Co. ($13.25), a Galaxy’s Edge exclusive beer that’s offered in Disneyland’s Oga’s Cantina. (Oga’s Disney World location has yet to release its full menu, but we expect to see exclusive beers on the menu there, too.) Docking Bay 7 Food & Cargo Menu Ronto Roasters in Disney World’s Black Spire Outpost will offer the Coruscant Cooler (named after a Star Wars universe planet) will mix Maker’s Mark Bourbon, Luxardo Maraschino Liqueur, Carpano Antica Sweet Vermouth, and Cranberry and Lime Juices. Ronto will also serve Trandoshan Ale (another Star Wars-inspired name) from Concrete Beach Brewery out of Miami. This beer does not appear on Disneyland’s Oga’s Cantina menu, leading us to believe it may be a Disney World exclusive. Ronto Roasters Menu We’ll keep our eyes peeled for Disney World’s complete Oga’s Cantina menu and let you know as soon as it’s released. In the meantime, stick with DFB as we bring you all the latest from Disney World’s upcoming Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge! Are you looking forward to tipping back a new beverage on Batuu? Let us know what you think in the comments! Related posts: Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Cliffs Notes…Here’s What You Absolutely NEED To Know After The Galaxy’s Edge INFO BOMB Dropped Last Night! NEW Info About Ronto Roasters in Disney’s Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge! What We’re Going to Eat (and Drink!) FIRST in Disney’s Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge! View the full article

It’s already August and it’s time for back-to-school shopping (can you believe it?!) Although my school days are over, I always enjoyed this time of year when I could pick out an all-new wardrobe and check off items on my school supply list. I swung by a few of my favorite shops at Disney Springs and scoped out this year’s must-have items to add to your list. Check it out! Backpacks We all know backpacks are an essential back-to-school item and Disney Springs has plenty to choose from. There are so many new and colorful designs inside World of Disney themed to Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room, Disney foods, Mickey Mouse, The Haunted Mansion, and more. Those of you looking for smaller backpacks will find an abundance of Disney Parks Loungefly designs themed to your favorite Disney character or attraction at DisneyStyle or World of Disney. Looking for more of a simple bag? Swing by Vera Bradley and Kipling for totes, wallets, backpacks and more. You can even personalize your item in store—just ask a team member for more details. Stationary Discover a few items that will add a bit of magic to your school days ahead. These classic Disney Parks pens are one of my favorite souvenirs from Walt Disney World Resort and pair nicely with a Disney notebook from WonderGround Gallery at Marketplace Co-Op. I spotted this colorful Mickey Mouse design from the Celebration of the Mouse Collection celebrating various styles of Mickey artwork. Apparel From trendy socks to lightweight jackets, World of Disney has everything you need to be the ultimate trendsetter on your first day back-to-school. If you’re need of staples like tees and pants, stop by UNIQLO only a short walk away. This store is one of my favorites to pick up casual outfits for anyone in the family. Shoes Stay comfy with colorful boots, sandals, pumps, ballet flats and more at Melissa Shoes. They even have an adorable miniMelissa collection with Disney styles for kids. The best part? Every pair is made from eco-friendly, hypoallergenic material. If you’re looking for an athletic shoe check out the HOVR collection from UNDER ARMOUR BRAND HOUSE. These running shoes offer the best of cushion, durability, bounce, and efficiency and were the winner of the 2019 Runner’s World “Recommend” Award. Dorm Rooms Add some warmth to your dorm room or college apartment with whimsical treasures and uplifting art prints from Sugarboo & Co. I love their collection of handmade, over-sized throw pillows—a great accessory for your bed or living room. I can’t wait to see what items you pick up during your back-to-school shopping spree. Share your photos on social media using #DisneySprings. Who knows—you might even be featured on our @DisneySprings Instagram handle! View the full article

We all know which restaurants are popular at Walt Disney World. They’re the table-service ones that are nearly impossible to get an advance dining reservation at or the counter-service spots that never have any tables open so you end up eating your food on top of a nearby trash can (no judgment — we’ve all done it!). Char Siu Pork But what about some lesser-known Disney World dining options? We’ve compiled a list of some of our favorite underdogs; the restaurants and menu items that most park guests often overlook. Here are our top 5 things that people aren’t eating at Disney World, but oughta try!!! The Gibsons Sandwich King Cheeseburger At Disney Springs’ BOATHOUSE Walt Disney World is home to many over-the-top eats, but The Boathouse’s Classic Cheeseburger is simplicity done right. You see, The Boathouse is managed by the Gibsons Restaurant Group, an iconic Chicago-based steakhouse, and these guys know a thing or two about meat. The Boathouse The all-beef burger is made from a custom blend exclusive to The Boathouse. And while you may think this fancy steak and seafood restaurant doesn’t fit into your budget, the Gibsons Sandwich King Burger won’t make you delay your next mortgage payment! Gibsons “Sandwich King” Burger Hop Champion An excellent beef burger is topped with pepper jack, fried peppers, and more fixin’s along with a spicy aioli that makes this one of our favorite burgers on property…and that’s saying something! Gibsons Sandwich King Burger The Baseline Tap House California Cheese And Charcuterie Plate At Hollywood Studios Tucked away between Muppets 3D and the ever-popular Sci-Fi Dine-In Restaurant, the unassuming BaseLine Tap House often gets passed by. The small-ish taproom boasts a fantastic outdoor patio which usually has plenty of seating available, and the $10 Charcuterie Board is not to be missed. You’ll receive a generous portion of California-produced cheeses and meats including chorizo and calabrese salami accompanied with cornichons, grapes, and toasted baguette slices. The board is a perfect size for sharing or can be made into more of a light meal with the addition of one of Baseline’s soft Bavarian Pretzels and Californian Craft Beer Flights! BaseLine Tap House Charcuterie You can check out our full BaseLine Tap House review here! “Hardy Har Char” Siu Pork At Magic Kingdom’s Jungle Navigation Co.’s Skipper Canteen While this table-service restaurant hasn’t been a smash hit with the majority of parkgoers, its become a cult-favorite among more adventurous eaters. Jungle Skipper Canteen Sign The flavor profiles are not what you typically expect to find in theme park cuisine and the restaurant itself is a feast for the eyes, offering three unique dining rooms — The Mess Hall, The Falls Family Parlor and the Society of Adventurers and Explorers (S.E.A.) secret room. The Jungle Cruise’s distinct brand of humor is told throughout many visual gags, props, decor, and artwork. In addition to all the comedic details you’ll see, you’ll be served by your very own rib-tickling skipper! Jungle Navigation Co., Ltd. Skipper Canteen S.E.A. Room As for eats, the delicious “Hardy Har Char” Siu Pork has notes of sweet chili, soy, and seared garlic. Char Siu Pork If you don’t dine on swine, “Tastes Like Chicken” Because It Is features a pile of chicken and vegetables served over a bed of fried rice with a mouth-watering hoisin sauce. Tastes Like Chicken The Skipper Canteen also does an amazing job at preparing veggies. Often the side vegetables are so perfectly cooked and well-seasoned, they’re as delish as the main entree! Take a look at our full Skipper Canteen reviews here to see if its a must-go place for your family! Brunch At The Grand Floridian Café While just a short monorail ride away from the Magic Kingdom and Epcot, not many park guests think to grab a quick bite at The Grand Floridian before hitting the parks. It’s a shame because this quiet, tranquil restaurant would become their instant favorite if that were the case. Grand Floridian Cafe Dining Room The caliber of food at The Grand Floridian Café can’t be overstated enough and the menu’s prices are an excellent value given the food’s quality. We’ve filled up many times on the Buttermilk Fried Chicken and Waffles — a moist piece of chicken hand-dipped in tangy buttermilk batter and drenched in crispy cornflakes served over a soft, warm waffle with hot honey-like syrup — yum! Buttermilk Fried Chicken and Waffles Or for an even more kicked-up brunch, enjoy the upgraded Mickey Waffles! These aren’t just your regular Mickey-shaped waffles. Your upgrade includes a specialty syrup and three additional toppings combinations to choose from such as sugar cookie crumbles with whipped cream, strawberries and strawberry sauce, or mandarin oranges with chantilly cream, craisins, and citrus-pecan syrup just to name a few! Mickey Waffle with ALL the toppings! And the trio of benedicts ain’t half bad, either! Trio of Benedicts Check out our Grand Floridian Café breakfast review here! Bread Service You may have walked right by Nomad Lounge on your way to Pandora: The World of Avatar without ever even noticing it was there! This sleepy little bar has a super-comfy vibe from its plush outdoor patio furniture to its cozy and intimate indoor seating. Since the bar serves as the lounge for Tiffins, Nomad Lounge offers many of the same signature Tiffins cocktails and small plates. This is a great way to try a Tiffins drink or dish without spending a fortune. Nomad Lounge A fantastic option for a snack is the Tiffins Signature Bread Service which costs $11 and features a variety of flatbreads served with Indian-spiced tomato chutney, spicy coriander yogurt, and fig tapenade. If you enjoy this tasty appetizer, we recommend you check out the Animal Kingdom Lodge’s Sanaa Indian-style Bread Service. At $17 you’ll be feasting on an even wider selection of breads and spreads with great up-close viewing of Animal Kingdom Lodge’s resident zebras and giraffes! Bread Service at Sanaa! We hope you’ve enjoyed our journey off the beaten path and will explore some of these less familiar places on your next Disney World vacation. And if you can’t get into your must-do restaurant, don’t forget to check out our video all about alternatives to Disney World’s most popular restaurants here!  Do you have a dining recommendation that didn’t make our list? Let us know which restaurants you think are underrated at Walt Disney World in the comments below! 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In just the past few years, Walt Disney World began installing refillable bottle stations (officially called hydration stations) in its Parks and Resorts. To date there aren’t many, but with the many pushes Disney is making to be more eco-conscious (see their controversial plastic plans here!), we expect more will be installed in the future. And lots of readers have expressed interest in these stations, so we’re here with answers for all of your refillable bottle station questions! Refillable Water Bottle Station What are refillable bottle stations? These are water fountains specifically designed to refill bottles. Whether you bring your own water bottle into the Parks or want to reuse a water bottle you bought in your Park travels, these refillable bottle stations make it possible to refill your bottles without having to do that comical and unfruitful bottle tilt at a typical water fountain. Where can I find these wonders of bottle filling technology? Presently we’ve confirmed five refillable bottle stations, but it feels like there’s more being added on the regular. Some of the earliest were spotted in the queues of Nav’i River Journey and Flight of Passage in Animal Kingdom’s Pandora. These are accessible only to those waiting in line. We’ve also spotted a station at the Hollywood Studios bus stop and Skyliner restrooms. Hollywood Studios Entrance Restrooms Readers have noted that there’s one at the Kidani Village bus stop at Animal Kingdom Lodge, and the most recent addition we’ve seen is at Cosmic Ray’s in Magic Kingdom. At present, these hydration stations are not noted on Guide Maps. How do they work? Refillable bottle stations are designed to send a single stream of water into the mouth of your water bottle without touching the bottle. There’s an outline of a bottle in the filling station that has a sensor. This sensor recognizes when you hold or place a bottle in front of it. Once the sensor senses a bottle is in place, it will automatically send that stream of water into the bottle. As long as you’ve aligned the bottle correctly, it should fill quickly without splashing. Refillable Water Bottle Station What if I like ice cold water? We have found that the water in the refillable stations is cool (but not cold). So if you’re fine with slightly-cooler-than-lukewarm water, you’re set to go. If you prefer freezing cold water, you may want to find a nearby quick service location that will give you a (free) cup of ice that you can dump into your bottle if it has a wide enough mouth. But hey — in zillion degree weather in Orlando, just about any water is better than no water. Do I need a bottle with a filter? The refillable bottle stations do filter the water that is dispensed into bottles. However, in our experience, the water still has that distinctive central Florida taste. So if you can’t stomach that iconic flavor, you’ll want to bring a filtered bottle that helps eliminate it or bring along flavor packets for your water (which you can buy at any grocery store and bring along with you, or order from a grocery delivery service). Why would I use one of these? For starters, they typically refill a bottle efficiently and without wasting as much water as the tip-a-bottle-in-a-water-fountain approach. They also don’t have quite as much danger of someone’s mouth just having touched the spout as water fountains do. But also, the refillable bottle stations keep a tally of how many plastic bottles have been saved by utilizing the refill station, and that’s a great thing for the environment. Refillable Water Bottle Station at Cosmic Ray’s We’ll keep an eye on this developing situation and update if any additional information comes to light. But in the meantime, if it works for you, jump on the refillable bottle station craze! Will you use these refillable bottle stations? Related posts: 21 Myths About Walt Disney World Food DEBUNKED Should I Use Disney World’s Minnie Vans? Minnie Van Pros and Cons Review: NEW Minnie Ear Caramel Blondie at Walt Disney World View the full article

For more than 64 years, the magic of the Disneyland Resort has been rooted in the people who make it—cast members. To honor the 31,000 magic makers at the Disneyland Resort, cast members were treated to fun surprises and exclusive opportunities during the 64th Anniversary Cast Celebration Week. The festivities included complimentary meals and snacks, attraction experiences before and after park hours, photo opportunities and more. For cast member Kim Towfigh, one of the organizers of the week-long extravaganza, her role as an operations support coordinator planning cast reward and recognition events has a special meaning. Having started her career in Fantasyland attractions, Kim knows what it means to be on the receiving end of this type of gratitude and appreciation, making her current role that much more rewarding. Learn more about Kim’s role at the Disneyland Resort in this video celebrating cast members and why we honor and celebrate them during this very special anniversary week each year. View the full article

We’re all counting down the days until Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge opens in Walt Disney World on August 29th. Galaxy’s Edge Milk Stand Today, we’ve got some exciting news to share! Hollywood Studios’ Milk Stand will serve up BOOZY Blue and Green Milk when the land opens! The Blue Milk Cooler will combine the fruity Blue Milk with Bacardi Rum, while the Green Milk Cooler will consist of the citrus Green Milk and Corazon Blanco Tequila. If you’re 21 or older, you’ll be able to snag one of these beverages for $14. Milk Stand Menu While we weren’t super wild about the Blue and Green Milks when we tried them, we’re certainly intrigued by these boozy versions! Are you excited to try the boozy Blue and Green Milks? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: News! Menu Released For the Milk Stand in Disney World’s Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge! 2019 Disney Restaurant ULTIMATE GUIDE: What You Need To Know About EVERY Restaurant Opening In Disney World and Disneyland in 2019! Here’s What You CAN’T MISS at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge! View the full article

Remember those fun Annual Passholder Mobile Order buttons that popped up around Disneyland Resort earlier this month? ©Disney Well, a few new locations have joined in on the fun! If you know us, you know we’re suckers for Mobile Order, especially now that Disney has added SO MANY new locations to the system. We get to order what we want when we want, AND we can pick up the food at our convenience. And did we mention…lines for Mobile Order can be super short? Mobile Order But those aren’t the only perks of ordering from Mobile Order! If you’re a Disneyland Annual Passholder, you can snag fun buttons when using Mobile Order at select locations around Disneyland. We previously told you about buttons from Lucky Fortune Cookery, Bayside Brews, Corn Dog Castle, and Award Wieners. NOW, Annual Passholders can snag Mobile Order buttons from Tangaroa Terrace, Clarabelle’s Hand Scooped Ice Cream, Hollywood Lounge, and Paradise Garden Grill. ©Disney According to the Annual Passholder Twitter, these little guys will be available to Annual Passholders who use Mobile Order at the locations mentioned above while supplies last! You can learn more about using Mobile Order at Disneyland here! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Check out our Disneyland Food Reviews Here!! Which button is your favorite? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: News: Special Menus for New Year’s Eve in Disneyland Sneak Preview! ALL THE EATS Coming To Disneyland This Weekend for The “Get Your Ears On” Celebration! FIRST LOOK: Breakfast Review and FOOD PHOTOS from the Newly Reopened Tangaroa Terrace at the Disneyland Hotel! View the full article

Halloween Time at Disneyland is so much fun for the whole family! It’s filled with delicious snacks (which we previewed here), spooktacular entertainment, and festive decorations. Oogie Boogie Bash Merchandise This year will also introduce the NEW Oogie Boogie Bash — A Disney Halloween Party to Disney California Adventure. But, that’s not all the spooky fun Disneyland Resort will offer! It will also bring lots of new merchandise! We had the opportunity to check out some of the spelltastic merchandise you can expect to see around the resort for the all-new Oogie Boogie Bash! There will, of course, be a few event t-shirts available! Oogie Boogie Bash Tee These feature the main man himself, Mr. Oogie Boogie! Oogie Boogie Bash Tees This next shirt had me singin’ “you’re jokin’, you’re jokin’, I can’t believe my eyes” because it’s so stinking cute! Oogie Boogie Bash Spirit Jersey Just take a peek at the back! It’s covered in some of our favorite villains like Ursula, the Evil Queen, Hades, and Maleficent. ©Disney In case you get chilly this fall, Disney has also introduced the Oogie Boogie Bash jacket! ©Disney You’ll also be able to purchase limited-edition pins during Halloween Time as well. Oogie Boogie Bash Merchandise But, that’s not all, folks! There are THREE — yes THREE — pairs of ears to add to your collection this Halloween season. Straight out of Halloween Town are the Jack Skellington and Sally ears! Oogie Boogie Base Ears You’ll also get the chance to purchase the Oogie Boogie Bash ear headband! Options my people. We’ve got OPTIONS! ©Disney As we mentioned in our Halloween Time food preview post — which you can view here — you’ll also be able to purchase the Oogie Boogie Bash sipper cup! Oogie Boogie Bash Sipper AND, don’t forget about the Nightmare Before Christmas snow globe ornaments! You can read more about these here! Nightmare Before Christmas Snow Globe Most of this merchandise will be available at Elias & Co. and Gone Hollywood in Disney California Adventure. Oogie Boogie Bash will officially make its Disney debut on September 17th. You can view all the dates here! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Check out more Disneyland Food Reviews Here!! 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. Yesterday, we were invited by Disneyland to attend the Oogie Boogie Bash 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 How are you planning to spend Halloween this year? Let us know in the comments below! Related posts: Preview! Halloween Treats Coming to Disneyland Resort SOON! Tickets on Sale SOON for NEW Oogie Boogie Bash — A Disney Halloween Party Coming to Disney California Adventure! First Look! NEW Oogie Boogie Bash — A Disney Halloween Party in Disney California Adventure View the full article