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It’s not too late to grab those ears—get your dancing shoes on and head to Disneyland park now! “Mickey’s Mix Magic,” the high-energy, nighttime projection show, will be ending its daily run on June 6! If you haven’t experienced, “Mickey’s Mix Magic” is full of vibrant sights and upbeat sounds, including dazzling moving lights, lasers and other effects – even fireworks on select nights – along with state-of-the-art projections designed to immerse you. DJ Mickey remixes some of your favorite Disney tracks, creating the hottest family dance event in Disneyland history! Take a peek at this electrifying show: Also, in case you missed our behind-the-scenes look, check out our video below: As a fun reminder, we’ll welcome back “Disneyland Forever” fireworks spectacular on June 7. View the full article

The BoardWalk Bakery on Disney World’s BoardWalk has debuted a new cupcake in honor of Pride month! Rainbow Cupcake The Rainbow Cupcake positively pops with color from the pretty chocolate hearts accented with glitter to the sprinkles surrounding the base of the buttercream frosting to the chocolate discs forming Mickey ears on the top. Rainbow Cupcake The sweet vanilla buttercream and accent pieces top a vanilla cake base. Rainbow Cupcake But the base is unique in that it features a “strawberry soak” with a tropical fruit curd and chocolate pearl center inside. Rainbow Cupcake And that all equals up to a lot going on! The tropical curd filling is uniquely refreshing — so much so that we don’t think the filling particularly needs that extra touch of chocolate candy pearls. That strawberry soak really does lend a very pure strawberry taste and tang to the otherwise plain vanilla cake. Now, here’s the thing: the flavor was great, and we didn’t mind the “soak,” even though it caused our cake to topple due to some heft from the liquid. Rainbow Cupcake That said, we know that some might find the “wet cake” texture (or even the idea) off-putting, so if that includes you, we wanted you to know! The Rainbow Cupcake at BoardWalk Bakery is $5.99 or a Disney Dining Plan snack credit. Would you like to try the Rainbow Cupcake? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: Another NEW Mermaid Cupcake is Making a Splash in Disney World! Disney World’s Boardwalk Pizza Window Unveils New Menu! DFB Video: Food Tour of Disney World’s BoardWalk Resort View the full article

If you’ve been on a Disney cruise, chances are your mouth started watering when you read the words “Palo Chocolate Soufflé.” This guest-favorite dessert has earned its reputation as a “must-have” when dining at Palo, the signature adult-exclusive restaurant aboard all four Disney ships. Lucky for you, this sweet treat is made with ingredients that are likely in your kitchen right now. So whether you want to relive date night on your Disney Cruise Line vacation or simply indulge in a decadent dessert tonight, check out this video for a step-by-step guide on how to make Palo’s famous Chocolate Soufflé. The full recipe, including how to make our delicious vanilla sauce, is listed below. Next time you sail with us, treat yourself to dinner at Palo for an unforgettable dining experience. And when the server asks if you’d like to try the chocolate soufflé, be sure your answer is a resounding “yes!” Palo Chocolate Soufflé (Serves 6) Ingredients 3 tablespoons butter, plus more for greasing the soufflé cups 6 tablespoons sugar, plus more for dusting the soufflé cups 1 cup milk 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour 3 tablespoons Dutch-processed cocoa 2 ounces (2/3 cup) semisweet or bittersweet chocolate, melted 4 eggs, separated Vanilla Sauce (recipe follows) Directions Preheat oven to 350°F. Set a full kettle of water on to boil. Butter six 4-ounce soufflé cups and coat with sugar; set aside. Bring the milk to a boil in a small saucepan. Meanwhile, melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the flour and cocoa to the butter and beat with a whisk to a smooth, paste-like consistency. Reduce heat and cook for 1 minute. Slowly add the hot milk, whisking until smooth, then blend in melted chocolate. Let cool for 5 minutes, then stir in egg yolks. Beat egg whites in a separate bowl until frothy. Slowly add sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, until stiff, glossy peaks form. Stir a heaping spoonful of egg whites into the chocolate, then fold in the remaining whites just until combined. Pour the batter into prepared soufflé cups. Place cups in a large baking dish and add enough boiling water to reach halfway the sides of the soufflé cups. Bake for 20 minutes. Serve immediately, with warm vanilla sauce. Vanilla Sauce Ingredients 1 1/4 cups heavy cream 1/4 vanilla bean, split lengthwise 3 tablespoons sugar 2 small egg yolks Directions Bring cream and vanilla bean to a low boil in a saucepan over medium heat. Combine sugar and egg yolks. Add 2 spoonfuls of boiling cream to egg mixture and stir well, then pour back into the remaining cream and continue to cook over low heat, stirring constantly for 3 to 4 minutes. View the full article

Okay, you guys. I NEED to tell you about a new treat in Disneyland… it’s the Coffee and Chocolate Funnel Cake. Coffee and Chocolate Funnel Cake Because this thing is AWESOME. This indulgence is a coffee lover’s dream! A warm, crunchy funnel cake is topped with lots of chocolate syrup, whipped cream and espresso chip ice cream to create this super sweet treat. The chocolate syrup mixes very well with the coffee taste… so it’s like a mocha with Funnel Cake! Coffee and Chocolate Funnel Cake The taste of the coffee is VERY prominent throughout the funnel cake, so be aware in case you don’t love a strong coffee flavor. Kids may not dig it as much as adults. (Which means more for the parents out there!) Coffee and Chocolate Funnel Cake You can grab one of these funnel cakes for yourself at Hungry Bear Restaurant for $7.99 before the Annual Passholder discount. When we were there, they did not have a placard or advertisement for it, so don’t forget to ask for it! The Cast Member we spoke to said it came out a week or so ago. Hungry Bear Restaurant This decadent snack item is definitely shareable and can be a bit messy, so grab plenty of napkins! When we cut into the funnel cake, a plume of steam escaped due to the heat of the cake mixed with the cold ice cream. Coffee and Chocolate Funnel Cake Overall, we loved the Coffee and Chocolate Funnel Cake. It had a crunchy and soft texture with strong flavors throughout. Definitely one of the best funnel cakes we’ve had! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! What are your thoughts on Disneyland’s new funnel cake? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: Review: Cherry Cola Funnel Cake and More New Dishes at Disneyland’s Hungry Bear Restaurant! Halloween Time Churro Bites Cereal Sundae at Disneyland’s Hungry Bear Restaurant! New Menu Items Debut at Hungry Bear Restaurant in Disneyland! View the full article

A new refreshing beverage has arrived in Disneyland – the Watermelon Julep! Watermelon Mint Julep Check out this sip of summer-in-a-cup! Watermelon Mint Julep This tasty drink offers a light watermelon flavor without being too overpowering and comes complete with a bit of watermelon and a fresh sprig of mint. We absolutely loved the taste. The crisp, fresh beverage is perfect for the warm summer months in California. Watermelon Mint Julep You can find this beverage at the Mint Julep Bar in New Orleans Square for $4.84 including tax. (It does not currently offer an Annual Passholder discount.) Watermelon Mint Julep We loved the Watermelon Julep and can’t wait to grab it again! But all the Mint Julep devotees should know that the Watermelon Julep is simply an additional seasonal option, and that the Mint is still available. Which will you choose? Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Have you tried the Watermelon Julep yet? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: Review: NEW Mardi Gras Beignets at Mint Julep Bar in Disneyland Review: NEW Strawberry Beignets at Disneyland’s Mint Julep Bar! NEW! Disneyland’s Jolly Holiday Carrot Cake Cupcake View the full article

The holidays are going to be extra merry at Walt Disney World this year! With new and exciting holiday offerings at Animal Kingdom and an all-new fireworks show for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party at Magic Kingdom, the 2019 holiday season is sure to be a magical one. Minnie and Mickey Tree Yesterday revealed an initial list of celebrity narrators for Epcot’s Candlelight Processional. But today we’re turning our attention to the holiday happenings that will be taking place at Disney Springs this year! As you shop your way around Disney Springs this holiday season, be on the lookout for great entertainment offerings like the Toy Soldier stilt walkers, carolers, and Living Statues dressed in holiday attire. Disney Springs Christmas Tree Trail And the Christmas Tree Trail will be making its 2019 return. Here, you and your family will be able to walk through a winter wonderland complete with snow, holiday decor, and Disney-themed trees! Alice in Wonderland Tree Another fun experience that will be returning for the 2019 holiday season is Stitch’s Holiday Gift Hunt. This scavenger hunt allows you to search throughout Disney Springs for your favorite experiment 626! 2018 Stitch’s Holiday Gift Hunt The holidays wouldn’t be complete without Santa, right? Well, good news! You will be able to meet him at Santa’s Chalet until December 24th. Santa’s Chalet Each year, limited time merchandise and food offerings also make their way to Disney Springs, and you check out a few of last year’s offerings here! Holiday Socks And to top all of these experiences off, Disney Springs will be festively decorated for the holidays as well. So, this will be a great spot to snap photos for your holiday cards! These experiences will be taking place from November 8, 2019, to January 5, 2020. Holiday Decor at Disney Springs Are you planning on visiting Walt Disney World this holiday season? Let us know in the comments below! Looking for more information to help you plan your Disney World holiday vacation? Then, take a look at the links below for a few of the latest holiday updates! NEW Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks Announced for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party New Holiday Celebrations Coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom This Year! 2019 Candlelight Processional Celebrity Narrators for Select Dates and Dining Package Booking Information Announced Don’t Miss Out on Any Disney World Fun This Holiday Season! The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2019 is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. And you can Pre-Order The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2019 now! It includes over 400 pages of must-have information, including: A full What’s New!! chapter for the 2019 Holiday Season A full Monthly Schedule of Events for the Holiday Season How to avoid the crowds on Disney World’s busiest days (and when Disney World closes their parks due to capacity!) ALL of the events, activities, and holiday additions in Walt Disney World. ALL. OF. THEM. And of course we’ll tell you where to eat! ;-D Pre-Order your 2019 Guide now and get 20% off with code PEPPERMINT! Plus! If you pre-order your 2019 guide now, we’ll automatically send the 2018 guide for FREE so you can get a jump on your planning! Two for the price of one! As always, our e-Books are 100% guaranteed! If you don’t love it, you get your money back! Related posts: It’s Here: The Disney Springs Christmas Tree Trail! Take a Tour With Us! Want to Know What We Thought of the Exclusive Holiday Menu at D-Luxe Burger? Everything You Need To Know About The Holidays at Disney Springs! Food, Discounts, and More! View the full article

Ever dream of taking a photo in Agrabah? Or in Arendelle? In the attic of the Haunted Mansion? Believe it or not, these are all possibilities when you visit the Disney PhotoPass Studio at Disney Springs! This studio, located between Marketplace Co-Op and Ghirardelli® Ice Cream & Chocolate Shop, is Disney PhotoPass Service’s biggest hidden gem. Here you can capture classic portraits with standard backdrops or pose in front of virtual backdrops. The virtual backdrops are a great way to take creative family photos you can’t capture anywhere else. All of the virtual backdrops are uniquely Disney in their own way, but check out my top 10. Just bring your imagination and let Disney PhotoPass Service take care of the rest. If you have Memory Maker, you’ll love this: Memory Maker includes all of your Disney PhotoPass photos captured during your vacation, including those taken at the Disney PhotoPass Studio!* The photos captured at the studio will appear in your Disney account alongside all of your other Disney PhotoPass memories where you can download them with your Memory Maker entitlement and easily share them with family and friends. Learn more about Memory Maker and how to purchase it. You don’t need a reservation to visit the Disney PhotoPass Studio, so you can stop by whenever is most convenient for you. We hope to see you soon! *Disney PhotoPass Service and Memory Maker are subject to the applicable terms and policies. Includes photos taken during the applicable Memory Maker Window as defined in such terms (generally, photos taken (i) within one day for Memory Maker One Day or (ii) within 30 days from the date of first activation for standard Memory Maker). If Memory Maker is purchased at the advance purchase price, any photos taken within 3 days of the date Memory Maker is purchased are not included and must be purchased separately. Online registration required. Disney PhotoPass Photos in your account will expire pursuant to the expiration policy. Downloads are restricted to personal use only. Not responsible for missing, lost or damaged photos. Subject to restrictions and change without notice. Valid theme park admission required for certain photo locations. View the full article

This Thursday, June 6th, is Walt Disney World’s first Villains After Hours at Magic Kingdom, and we’ll be sharing all the wicked details about this new offering! In the meantime, Disney Parks Blog has just unveiled some party-exclusive merchandise! Click here to learn more about Disney Villains After Hours! Villains After Hours ©Disney Much of the merchandise features the distinctive, villainous hair and eyes of Hades. Hades merch includes a tee shirt, a tank top with cut-outs, a phone case, and a tumbler. Villains After Hours Merchandise ©Disney Other villains making appearances are Cruella, Ursula, Scar, and more! Villains After Hours Merchandise ©Disney Villains pins include those same notable characters (and more!) — immortalized in pin form! Villains Pins ©Disney Of course there are also Minnie ears, a poison apple mug (!!!), and a bea-utiful dress with colorful depictions of countless wicked characters (which, by the way, is a returning item from last Halloween). Villains After Hours Merchandise ©Disney We also particularly like this Ursula purse. But when it comes to selecting which Villains After Hours merch to buy, the sea witch says it best: “Life’s full of tough choices, ISN’T IT?” Villains After Hours Merchandise ©Disney It’s possible that those Villains After Hours will take all of our money… but at least we’ll have someone to blame it on this time. Which Villains After Hours merch would you make your own? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: SNEAK PEEK: Farewell IllumiNations Merchandise Arriving Soon at Epcot — Find Out When! What’s New in Magic Kingdom: Menu Updates, Loads of Construction, and the Coolest Wallet You’ve Ever Seen Our Favorite Epcot Festival of the Holidays Merchandise — Including a Limited Release Pin! View the full article

Amorette’s Patisserie in Disney Springs has been wowing us lately and making Instagram feeds everywhere a little more appetizing with their stunning Petit Cakes. There’s nothing “little” about the decorations on these little wonders. Amorette’s Patisserie Unicorn Petit Cake Check out the Rainbow Unicorn complete with a colorful mane made up of every color of the rainbow! The Unicorn Petit Cake follows in the tradition of the Aladdin-themed Magic Carpet Petit Cake, Easter Bunny Petit Cake, and last fall’s Wonder-Fall Petit Cake. Amorette’s Patisserie Unicorn Petit Cake This colorful little cake is made up of layers of vanilla chiffon cake with Grand Marnier simple syrup, Chantilly cream, strawberries, strawberry jam, and strawberry butter cream. Sounds sweet! The Unicorn cake is $16.00 per cake. Amorette’s Patisserie Unicorn Petit Cake Have you tried an Amorette’s Patisserie Petit Cake? Which one is your favorite? Check out our posts on these Amorette’s Patisserie Petit Cakes: Aladdin-themed Magic Carpet Petit Cake Easter Bunny Petit Cake Wonder-Fall Petit Cake Have you ever tried an Amorette’s Patisserie Petit Cake? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: “Cool” Summer Themed Dome Cake and MORE at Amorette’s Patisserie in Disney Springs What’s NEW At Disney Springs? A WHOLE LOT! Check it out…. Beautiful Seasonal Treats — Including Macaron Lollipops! — and the 2018 Gingerbread Display at Amorette’s Patisserie! View the full article

The hot spot of Batuu, Oga’s Cantina, has opened with a bang in Disneyland’s Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge with long wait times to prove it! Oga’s Cantina According to The Orange County Register, the Cantina has implemented a system so guests can continue to explore Black Spire Outpost while holding their place in line. According to the article, the new text message return system “allows visitors to return later to a shorter ‘buffer queue’ with a wait time of approximately 15 minutes, Disneyland officials said.” Oga’s Cantina Guests provide their name, number, and the number of guests in their party at the Cantina, and receive a text when space becomes available inside Oga’s Cantina. As of press time, the original limits are still in place at Oga’s: 45 minutes to stay with a two-drink limit per guest. Fuzzy Tauntaun And it is still highly recommended that you make Oga’s your first stop, either to get in or to provide your name and number for a text alert, if it tops your list of Must Dos on Batuu. Oga’s Cantina The article also states that “Disneyland will continue to make adjustments to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge as part of an ongoing effort to offer a ‘great guest experience,’ theme park officials said.” Oh, and those waits, by the way? DJ R-3X in Oga’s Cantina! TOTALLY WORTH IT. Check out our review of Oga’s Cantina here! Source: The Orange County Register Are you hoping to visit Oga’s Cantina? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: Disneyland Confirms No Alcohol To Be Brought Outside of Oga’s Cantina in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge OGA’S CANTINA to Serve Up Drinks and Entertainment in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge!! Millennium Falcon Has LANDED at Disneyland’s Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge! View the full article

Today we’re bringing you a Port Orleans-themed What’s New! We’re big fans of the Port Orleans Resort and are excited to tell you about the latest the resort has to offer. Port Orleans – French Quarter Pool Entrance Starting things off at Port Orleans – Riverside, the Riverside Mill Food Court debuted its new Bo Peep Cupcake, inspired by the iconic Toy Story 4 character. Bo Peep Cupcake This one has a coconut and vanilla center. Read our FULL review of the Bo Peep Cupcake HERE! Bo Peep Cupcake Other treats in the bakery case include the Worms & Dirt Cupcake, the Cookies & Cream Cupcake, and Strawberry Cheesecake. At Fulton’s General Store, we saw those super cute fans that are modeled after some of our favorite Disney World snacks. Snack Food Fans With the hot days of summer quickly approaching, one of these adorable fans would offer a nice way to beat the heat. Snack Food Fan Also at Fulton’s, we were pleased to find the Double Decker Bus Tin we recently spotted at Epcot! Double Decker Mickey Shortbread Bus Moving right along to Port Orleans – French Quarter, the Painting on de’ Bayou class is still taking place on Wednesday evenings. Painting on de’ Bayou French Quarter has also started a fun summertime scavenger hunt around the resort grounds. The hunt is based on popular Disney songs, and guests who complete it receive a prize from the front desk. Spoiler alert – it’s a button with cute characters from Princess and the Frog! French Quarter Scavenger Hunt Prize Sassagoula Floatworks & Food Factory recently brought back a guest favorite – the Voodoo Chicken Sandwich. This was around back in February with a different name, so if you didn’t try it then, now’s your chance. This grilled chicken sandwich is decked out in mushrooms, onions, Swiss cheese, and Voodoo Sauce, and it’s pretty good! Next time you’re at Sassagoula, it’s worth a try. Thanks for joining us through our walk around Port Orleans Resort! Let us know what updates you’re excited about in the comments. Related posts: DFB Video: Disney World’s Port Orleans Resort Food Tour Review: All That Jazz from the Big Easy Splash Menu at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort DFB Video: Eat This at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort! View the full article

Ignite the spark! Or maybe even….for the Order? Whether you’re Team Resistance or Team First Order, you’re going to want to know the lingo while you’re visiting the planet of Batuu. You’re not just visiting Disneyland, you are actually traveling to a galaxy far, far away. Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Cast members in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge are playing the part of Batuu citizens — so they won’t know what you mean when you ask where the bathroom is or where to find a store that sells Resistance merchandise. You might have to ask them a few times before you get the answer you need. You’ll even notice that the alphabet that is used on Batuu is Aurebesh, one of the most common languages in the galaxy, but pretty unknown here on Earth. Droid Depot sign We’ve put together a printable guide of some of the common phrases you’ll come across when visiting the Black Spire Outpost on the planet of Batuu including a translation of the alphabet, too! Click to print! We hope this guide helps you travelers while you’re on your journey! If you come across any other Batuu phrase, be sure to let us know! May the Spires keep you! Related posts: How Do The 10 Biggest Disney News Stories This Year Affect Your Disney Trips in 2019? Find Out! Construction Update: Galaxy’s Edge and Skyliner at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Comic Book Series To Be Released This Spring View the full article

Our last visit to Epcot included some fun new updates! We caught up on the many construction updates throughout the park, sampled yummy treats (YAY for Frosé!), and discovered some new merchandise offerings! Epcot’s Future World What’s New in Epcot’s Future World: Construction for the Guardians of the Galaxy Coaster continues to progress in Epcot’s Future World. The new coaster is set to open in 2021 as part of the 50th anniversary celebrations for Walt Disney World. Guardians of the Galaxy Coaster Construction The new ride’s queue will be located in the former Universe of Energy building while the coaster itself will be housed in a new building. Guardians of the Galaxy Coaster Construction Between Mission: Space and Test Track, construction for the new space-themed restaurant is underway. The restaurant is slated to open later this year and will offer an immersive atmosphere for restaurant guests. Space-Themed Restaurant Construction Learn more about the new space-themed restaurant coming to Epcot here. Currently, Electric Umbrella is not offering the BB-8 Steins. The BB-8 Steins have not shown up in Hollywood Studios either since they began disappearing a couple of weeks ago. Stay tuned for more updates on the status of this popular sipper! Electric Umbrella Menu What’s New in Epcot’s World Showcase The International Gateway security check is in an updated location and is now closer to the boat launch. Entrance scanners remain in the same place for the time being. International Gateway Entrance International Gateway Entrance The construction within the France Pavilion continues to move forward. France Pavilion Construction The France Pavilion is undergoing quite a bit of change as it prepares for the opening of Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure in addition to a new full-service crêperie. France Pavilion Construction Also in the France Pavilion, Les Halles Boulangerie-Patisserie recently welcomed a new Frosé slush to its beverage menu. Les Halles Frosé The delicious concoction is made with Frozen Côtes de Provence rosé, vodka, and peach. Les Halles Frosé You can read our full review of the beverage here! The Japan Pavilion is also undergoing renovations as it prepares to open a new signature restaurant, Takumi-Tei. Japan Signature Restaurant Construction Takumi-Tei is scheduled to open this summer and will celebrate and highlight Japan’s natural beauty. Japan Signature Restaurant Construction Advanced Dining Reservations are not yet available, but we will be on the lookout for updates and will keep you posted! While we were there, the Mexico Pavilion was offering chocolate samples to guests. Mexico Pavilion Chocolate Samples The Cast Member we spoke to didn’t know how long they’d be doing this, but noted that they offer samples every now and then, so keep your eyes peeled! We’ll be doing the same… Mexico Pavilion Chocolate Samples What’s New in Epcot’s Shops and Stores — New Merchandise! A tasty and adorable souvenir recently made its debut in Epcot! You can now grab a Double Decker Disney Parks Transport tin bus, packed full of delicious Disney Parks Mickey Shortbread by Walkers of Scotland! Double Decker Mickey Shortbread Bus Head over to Mouse Gear in Future World or The Tea Caddy in the United Kingdom Pavilion to get this new item. Double Decker Mickey Shortbread Bus Learn more about the shortbread tin here. To commemorate the upcoming FIFA Women’s World Cup, the France and Italy Pavilions have debuted new shirts. Women’s World Cup Shirt You can pick up a shirt for $24.99 in the France and Italy merchandise locations. The World Cup does end on June 7th, so these will most likely be available for only a limited time. Class of 2019 Graduation Glow Lanyards are now available to celebrate this year’s graduates. 2019 Graduation Glow Lanyards We found these at an outdoor merchandise cart in Future World. 2019 Graduation Glow Lanyards And that’s it for our Epcot travels this week! We’ll be back in the park soon for more updates. What changes are you most excited about in this week’s update? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: Turkey Legs, Mickey Tea Infusers, Seasonal Soups, World Showcase Construction, and Holiday Treats: Here’s Everything New We Spotted at Epcot This Week! What’s New in Epcot: Festival Booths, Topiaries, Construction, Mickey Pretzels, and more! New! Paint-Your-Own-Mask Activity In Epcot’s Italy Pavilion View the full article

In celebration of the first Disney Villains After Hours event taking place at Magic Kingdom Park this Thursday night, we are so excited to give a sneak peek of the event-exclusive merchandise that will be available at this limited-time summer event while supplies last. Hades takes center stage in the design of the items with his blue flame colors across the assortment! With a bit of magic, there are other villains in the art as well. The special event items include a T-shirt, ladies tank, baseball cap, customizable phone case and Tervis tumbler for the special guests who are stepping into this world of Villains magic. From villainous ear headbands to rotten apple mugs, an array of Disney Villains merchandise can be found during the event! Whether you’re a fan of the mistress of evil, Maleficent or the sea witch, Ursula – you can find merchandise inspired by your favorite Villains! Be on the lookout for mugs, ornaments and collectable pins. Check it out below. Throughout the park you’ll also be able to find specialty food and beverage offerings available for purchase. From savory to sweet, the event features items inspired by The Queen, Cruella de Vil, Maleficent, Hades, Dr. Facilier, and even Emperor Zurg. You can learn more about all of the food offerings in Alex’s Foodie Guide. Disney Villains After Hours occurs on select nights June 6 through August 8: Thursday, June 6, 2019 Thursday, June 13, 2019 Thursday, June 20, 2019 Thursday, June 27, 2019 Monday, July 1, 2019 Thursday, July 11, 2019 Thursday, July 18, 2019 Thursday, July 25, 2019 Thursday, August 1, 2019 Thursday, August 8, 2019 For more information on Disney Villains After Hours and to purchase your tickets, visit DisneyWorld.com/VillainsAfterHours or call the Disney Reservation Center at (407) 939-2742. Disney Villains After Hours tickets cost $139 plus tax in advance and $144 plus tax on the event night. Annual Passholder and Disney Vacation Club Members can take advantage of a $30 discount and purchase tickets for $109. Tickets are selling fast for this limited-time summer event so get yours now! If you attend the event be sure to share your experience with us using #VillainsAfterHours. View the full article

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ABC Commissary is a counter service location in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Learn About: ABC Commissary Disney's Hollywood Studios Disney World Restaurants And a new style of fast-casual dinner service has just made its debut at this location. Though not required at the moment (and we’ll talk about this in greater detail later), guests can now make Advance Dining Reservations to book their dinner at ABC Commissary. However, the spot has retained its Quick Service status (much like breakfast and lunch at Be our Guest Restaurant in Magic Kingdom, which also accepts reservations for these Quick Service meals). So we thought we’d stop by to check out the “new” meal and explore the ins-and-outs of ABC Commissary’s fast-casual dinner. ABC Commissary Atmosphere ABC Commissary just reopened from a recent refurbishment, and the reopening delivered refreshed tables, chairs, and carpeting in the location. ABC Commissary However, for the purposes of today’s visit, we’ll discuss atmosphere in regards to how the new style of dinner service affects the general flow of the meal. Guests arriving for dinner will check in at the stand as seen above, then proceed to the counter to order much like you would at any counter service location. ABC Commissary After placing your order, you receive a Place Tracker so your meal can “find” you wherever you seat yourself in the restaurant and be delivered once it’s ready. Place Tracker Again, it’s very much like breakfast or lunch at Be Our Guest Restaurant, or other fast-casual locations like D-Luxe Burger in Disney Springs. We did experience a few kinks as the Cast adjusts to the new service style. For instance, we were supposed to be handed cups for the newly open refillable drink stations (Hooray for refills, by the way!), but those were forgotten so we had to ask about them. But small instances like that will likely work themselves out quickly in these opening weeks. Drink Station Speaking of those beverage stations, lids were not available for drink cups. But we were informed that they are — as of press time — still available by request. Paper straws were available at the drink stations. Refillable Drink Station Other changes include the availability of reusable utensils. Utensils Note that there are stations in place for bussing your own table if you wish, but mainly since it is standard to do so during the regular lunch service. But Cast Members also collect plates and such in the dining area during dinner. Bus Station Again, dinner at ABC Commissary now accepts Advance Dining Reservations, but we had no trouble getting in as a walk-in… not now, anyway. In these beginning weeks, in fact, they have only opened a limited number of reservations while getting used to the new system. However, once the crowds in Hollywood Studios greatly increase after the opening of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge on August 29th, an Advance Dining Reservation may well be needed. Eats The menu for dinner has remained fairly steady since our last visit to ABC Commissary. Dinner Menu The only change in regards to entrees is that a new Pot Roast has replaced the Braised Beef and Enchilada Platter. Dinner Menu with Prices And a new Watermelon Margarita has joined the specialty beverages. Dinner Drink Menu The new slow-cooked Pot Roast is served atop root-vegetable mashed potatoes with brown gravy and crispy onion straws. It’s plated on a ceramic dish as opposed to paper, which is a nice touch. Pot Roast And it is, in a word, delicious. The juicy, tender beef is further enhanced by the flavorful gravy. Pot Roast The crispy onion straws add a good bit of tasty crunch. And the mashed potatoes are complete with carrots and parsnips (the root veggies) to lend some uniqueness to the serving. Mashed Potatoes It’s certainly a good dish and above par for what you’d expect from a typical quick service meal. But… well, let’s explore our final thoughts in our next section. Overall Taking the Pot Roast as an example of the ABC Commissary dinner options, it is nearly $17 so it is a little more expensive than most quick service entrees around Disney World. This does work out well in favor of guests utilizing the Disney Dining Plan, as the meal maximizes use of a Quick Service Credit. And so, for guests on the Plan, this new meal gets a thumbs up! However, guests paying out of pocket may want to stick with counter service options in the park such as Woody’s Lunch Box and Backlot Express which are less expensive and offer more fun theming, to boot. We definitely do, though, want to give some additional credit to ABC Commissary overall. Because even beyond the new Pot Roast dish, the food offerings and quality here have much improved over the past couple of years. And as the changes have taken place, things are only looking up! Will you be trying the new dinner service at ABC Commissary? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: ABC Commissary in Disney’s Hollywood Studios Accepting Advance Dining Reservations for Dinner Starting June 2nd DFB Video: Hollywood Studios Restaurants RANKED (Including BaseLine Tap House!) What’s NEW At Disney’s Hollywood Studios: Grand Avenue, New Starbucks Mugs, Coco Cupcakes, and MORE View the full article

You don’t need to be under the sea to celebrate with Ariel and friends from “The Little Mermaid.” With the 30th anniversary of the animated classic this year, there’s fin-tastic fun to be had all over the Disneyland Resort! 1. Ever wished you could keep your favorite ocean friends in your pocket? Wish granted! Find the newest must-have collectibles line, Ariel’s Undersea Adventure Disney Parks Wishables, in stores at Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resorts beginning Wednesday, June 5. Don’t forget to snap an under the sea picture and share using #Wishables. 2. Start your day with an unforgettable, one-of-a-kind adventure alongside some favorite Disney Princesses, including Ariel! Enjoy a delicious three-course breakfast as you enjoy personal interactions all within the elegant surroundings of Napa Rose at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa. 3. Get your toes-a-tappin on Main Street, U.S.A. with Mickey’s Soundsational Parade. Costumed musicians, syncopated dancers and spectacular floats follow Mickey’s animated beat, encouraging you to sing along. Give a wave to Ariel as she and other familiar faces from “The Little Mermaid” join in on this musical march. 4. Royal Hall in Fantasy Faire is home to Disney Princesses from some of your favorite fairytales, like Ariel. Here, you’ll step into a storybook world where Disney Princesses are waiting to meet you! You can share hugs, pose for photos, collect autographs and “hold court” with up to 3 of the world’s best-loved Disney Princesses at any given time. 5. Step into your waiting clam-mobile and float away into magical moments and unforgettable music at The Little Mermaid ~ Ariel’s Undersea Adventure. Take in the sights under the sea and sing along to classics made famous in the movie, like “Part of Your World,” “Under the Sea,” “Poor Unfortunate Souls” and “Kiss the Girl.” Find Disney Parks Wishables at select merchandise locations, including World of Disney at the Downtown Disney District in California and Disney Springs in Florida, as well as shopDisney.com. Follow along on social using #Wishables. View the full article

A new assortment of unique ice cream flavors has arrived at The Basket — the counter service component of Wine Bar George in Disney Springs. The Basket at Wine Bar George Choices include Chocolate Bourbon, Coconut Avocado, Blueberry Cheesecake, Sorghum Black Pepper, and Coconut Chocolate Almond, among others. Ice Cream at The Basket We went with three of the “among others” : Honey with Chocolate Crunchies, Olive Oil and Lemon, and Strawberry Shortcake! Strawberry Shortcake Ice Cream The Strawberry Shortcake Ice Cream comes topped with crumbled biscuits, and lends this dish the taste of a traditional strawberry shortcake, only frozen! Strawberry Shortcake Ice Cream You can see the huge chunks of strawberry inside, and the biscuits add a nice hint of salt. They totally nailed this ice cream take on the classic dessert. Strawberry Shortcake Ice Cream The Olive Oil and Lemon Ice Cream is nice and refreshing, but didn’t carry the same “wow” factor for us. Olive Oil and Lemon The drizzled layer of olive oil is a unique addition, but not one with broad appeal necessarily. While the lemon flavor is nice and pronounced, the oil may be a bit off-putting for some. Olive Oil and Lemon The house favorite among the staff we spoke with is the Honey with Chocolate Crunchies, and after the Strawberry Shortcake, this comes in as a close second for us. Honey with Chocolate Crunchies It was the last we tried, so the Florida melting game was full on, but it didn’t change the fact that you can really pick up on the rich honey flavor in the cream, and the chocolate crunchies — which are honeycomb covered in dark chocolate — are the perfect addition in both taste and texture. (Seriously, YUM!) Honey with Chocolate Crunchies The small scoops of memorable artisanal flavors at The Basket are $3.00 each, and perfect if you’re looking for just a few bites of something sweet in Disney Springs… perhaps after your meal at Wine Bar George right upstairs! Which flavor would you choose at The Basket? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: Check out The Basket at Wine Bar George in Disney Springs! What’s NEW At Disney Springs? A WHOLE LOT! Check it out…. What’s The Basket at Wine Bar George? Find Out… AND See the Menu!!! View the full article

What makes up the new Five-0 Special at Vivoli il Gelato in Disney Springs? The Five-0 Special Oh, you know… just some coffee gelato blended with milk inside a chocolate-dipped waffle cone topped with whipped cream, sprinkles, and A DONUT!! ©Disney Springs Maybe the better question is: what’s not in The Five-0 shake?! Oh, and we should note… if coffee gelato isn’t your top choice, you can just ask to switch it out for your flavor preference (even though we do think the coffee would pair wonderfully with the donut). The shake is $15, but remember, the Milkshake Creations at Vivoli il Gelato are HUGE and big enough to share. More June specials at Vivoli il Gelato include the Strawberry Shortcake Sundae. June Specials at Vivoli il Gelato And The Toy Chest must be a celebration of the upcoming Toy Story 4! The Toy Chest Which would you choose ? Would you like to try the Five-0 Special? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: News: Vivoli il Gelato Debuts Tiramisu Gelato for a Limited Time Celebrate Dapper Day at Disney Springs with Special Food and Drinks Open Faced Croissant Sundae… NOW at Vivoli il Gelato in Disney Springs! View the full article

From the Bo Peep Cupcake to Forky’s Hazelnut Éclair, we’ve got a Toy Story treat takeover going on! Hamm’s Sweet ‘n Tart Cookie And we’ve got yet another for you… Hamm’s Sweet ‘n Tart Cookie can now be found at The Trolley Car Café in Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Hamm’s Sweet ‘n Tart Cookie Hamm is formed of two sugar cookies coated in a white chocolate glaze. Hamm’s nose is made of white modeling chocolate and his eyes are chocolate candies to make a whole Hamm pile of CUTENESS! Hamm’s Sweet ‘n Tart Cookie Tucked in between the cookies are two fillings: a dark chocolate filling for more of that “sweet” in the name, and a sour cherry filling for the “tart.” Hamm’s Sweet ‘n Tart Cookie And the cherry filling does indeed provide a sour punch to the pucker, but in a good way! It’s such a unique choice of flavor that really works within this treat, and makes this the perfect tribute to a beloved character who isn’t regularly seen within the parks. Toy Story 4 sign We’re happy to have you, Hamm!! And we can’t wait to see you soon in Toy Story 4! Would you like to try the Hamm Cookie? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: NEW Eats, Merch, and Construction Updates: Disney’s Hollywood Studios Disney Food Video: GET THIS at Disney’s Hollywood Studios What’s NEW At Disney’s Hollywood Studios: Grand Avenue, New Starbucks Mugs, Coco Cupcakes, and MORE View the full article

Another snack tribute to Forky — the newest member of the Toy Story gang who will make his debut in Toy Story 4 soon — has arrived in Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Forky’s Hazelnut Eclair Joining the Forky Cupcake (currently found at Disney’s All Star Movies Resort) is the new Forky’s Hazelnut Éclair at Backlot Express. Forky’s Hazelnut Éclair on sign A white chocolate piece sports Forky declaring “I’m Homemade!” Forky’s Hazelnut Eclair And while the sign for this treat simply mentions a hazelnut éclair, there is an additional flavor with the thick layer of orange citrus icing garnished with chopped hazelnuts underneath the topper. Forky’s Hazelnut Eclair More hazelnut lies in the layer of chocolate hazelnut spread underneath the icing, and together the flavors are reminiscent of an orange creamsicle! (By the way, is it wrong to split a Forky treat with a fork? The mind does ponder…) Forky’s Hazelnut Eclair It’s a tasty treat, but not one for those who don’t care for the fruit-and-chocolate combo, obviously, so just note the addition of orange and place (or change) your order according to your preference. Forky’s Hazelnut Eclair is just one of several ways to celebrate Toy Story 4 in Hollywood Studios right now. Toy Story 4 Preview From Bo Peep’s arrival in the park to previews of the film at Walt Disney Presents, there is no shortage of all the Toy Story fun happening in Hollywood Studios! In fact, this isn’t the end of Toy Story treats today… so stay tuned! Would you like to try Forky’s Hazelnut Eclair? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: What’s New at Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Coronado Springs Resort: May 26, 2018 The BEST Treats To Try at Disney’s Hollywood Studios’ Flurry of Fun in Disney World! What’s New at Disney’s Hollywood Studios: March 14, 2018 View the full article

When we shared pics of the new Mickey, Minnie, Tiki Birds, and Disney Snack rain gear a couple weeks ago (see it here!), DFB readers and followers were immediately — and unsurprisingly! — in love! We have to say: SAME! But many of you lamented not being in the Parks to buy some for yourself. Well, we’re on it! The rain gear just launched online, and we’re bringing you the links below! Keep reading to go directly to the gear you’ve GOTTA have! Rain Gear “They’re all staring at us” for a GOOD reason when we wear the Enchanted Tiki Room Rain Jacket! Click here to buy your Tiki rain jacket! Tiki Rain Coat The Disney Parks Rain Jacket is MORE than just awesome snacks like the Mickey Donut, Mickey Caramel Apple, Mickey Ice Cream Bar, and Popcorn. There are also Tiki Birds, Tea Cups, Castles, and small world Icons! Something for everyone — and rain protection! Click here to buy your Snacks Rain Coat! Snacks Rain Coat If you prefer a poncho and look forward to resembling a certain mouse we know, the Mickey Poncho is made for you! Click here to buy your Mickey Poncho! Mickey Poncho But for the polka dot fans, the Minnie Poncho has it ALL goin’ on! Click here to buy your Minnie Poncho! Minnie Poncho If you’re looking for an umbrella, click here for the Mickey Mouse Donut Umbrella! Donut Umbrella Click here for the Enchanted Tiki Room Umbrella! Umbrella Keep your ears from getting wet with the Mickey Mouse Umbrella! Click here for one of those! Umbrella And more polka dots with the Minnie Mouse Umbrella! Get yours here! Minnie Umbrella Yeah, we’d like one of each. How much more fun would rainy days in the World (and the world!) be with one of these?! Let us know which rain jacket or umbrella you’ve GOTTA have in the comments! Related posts: Year in Review: The Disney Merchandise We HAD to Have in 2018!! NEWS! TWO Favorite Sprinkles Cupcakes Flavors Return For A Limited Time! Here’s Where To Find A Double Stuffed Oreo Cupcake in Disney Parks… View the full article