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Returning this year to Epcot International Festival of the Holidays is the holiday kitchen of the Feast of the Three Kings! Inspired by food and drinks of the Caribbean and Latin America, the kitchen pays homage to the Día de los Reyes Magos, a holiday celebrated in the Caribbean, Latin America and Spain, not only with food but also with history, as you get to learn about the celebration itself. The Feast of the Three Kings features drinks like Coquito (with and without rum) and new dishes like a Pastelón (sofrito-marinated beef with sweet plantains and olives) and an Arepa topped with melted queso fresco and another Arepa topped with shrimp, crushed avocado ají and tomato sauce, and more. Below you will find the recipe for the Pastelón so you can make it en casa! Also, I wanted to share some very exciting news with you! Starting next week, we are expanding our series to include Disneyland Resort! Stay tuned for more! Pastelón (Latin Meat Pie) Serves 4 Green Sofrito 10 large cloves garlic 1/4 cup chopped cilantro, large stems removed 1/4 cup chopped culantro, large stems removed 2 tablespoons chopped green onion 1/4 cup chopped cubanelle pepper 1/2 cup chopped white onion 1 cup chopped green pepper 1 cup chopped red pepper 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper 1 cup water Sofrito ground beef 1 tablespoon canola oil 3 tablespoons diced white onion 1 pound ground beef 3/4 cup green sofrito batch (recipe above) 1/4 teaspoon coarse salt 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 cup drained diced tomatoes 2 tablespoons tomato paste 1/4 teaspoon Tabasco sauce 3 tablespoons sliced Spanish green olives Sweet plantain mash 1 pound frozen sweet plantains, thawed (or 2 fresh plantains, peeled and sliced lengthwise) 1/2 teaspoon coarse salt 1 cup chicken stock Meat pie topping 1 cup mozzarella cheese Directions: For Green Sofrito: 1. Combine all ingredients in blender and purée until smooth. Set aside. For sofrito ground beef: 1. Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat, add onions and sauté until translucent. 2. Add ground beef, stirring to break up beef. Add 3/4 cup green sofrito, salt, pepper, and cumin; continue to stir until beef is fully cooked. 3. Add diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and Tabasco sauce. Lower heat to medium-low and cook for an additional 5 to 8 minutes. 4. Stir in green olives. Consistency should be semi wet but not swimming in liquid. Set aside. For sweet plantain mash: 1. Preheat oven 325˚. 2. Place sweet plantains in a single layer on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes until the plantains are slightly caramelized but not too dark. 3. Mash plantains and salt in medium-size mixing bowl. Slowly add chicken stock, mashing to a creamy mash potato-style consistency, some lumps are okay. (Note: Depending on the plantains, you may not need all of the stock). For Pastelón (Latin Meat Pie): 1. Preheat oven to 350˚. 2. Spray 2-quart baking dish with cooking spray. 3. Place sofrito ground beef in the baking dish, cover beef with sweet plantain mash, top with mozzarella cheese. 4. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes until meat pie is bubbly and cheese is golden brown. Cook’s Notes: Sofrito is a base for many Latin dishes. This batch makes 2 cups so you will have plenty left over to use for other dishes. Refrigerate up to 1 week or freeze up to 2 months. Culantro may be hard to find so you may double the amount of cilantro for a similar flavor. View the full article

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We are so excited to share that The Art of Mary Poppins Returns exhibit is now open at Disneyland park. The limited-time gallery features original art, costumes, props and video clips from the most anticipated film this holiday season: Disney’s “Mary Poppins Returns,” coming to theaters December 19. Recently, star Lin-Manuel Miranda stopped by Disneyland to share a message with Disney fans – check it out below! The Art of Mary Poppins Returns is located inside the lobby of the Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln theater at Disneyland park. Check out the photos below for a glimpse at the magic. It’s the practically perfect way to get excited about one of the most nostalgic sequels of all time! In the film, an all-new original musical and sequel, Mary Poppins is back to help the next generation of the Banks family find the joy and wonder missing in their lives following a personal loss. Emily Blunt stars as the practically-perfect nanny with unique magical skills who can turn any ordinary task into an unforgettable, fantastic adventure and Lin-Manuel Miranda plays her friend Jack, an optimistic street lamplighter who helps bring light—and life—to the streets of London. From the streets of London to Main Street, U.S.A. and beyond, join the conversation online with #MaryPoppinsReturns before and after the movie. View the full article

The Walt Disney World Resort is buzzing with holiday sights, sounds and fun. No matter what the season holds for you – Christmas events, Hanukkah gatherings, New Year’s Eve parties, or even a tongue-in-cheek celebration of National Ugly Christmas Sweater Day – we have a Disney Parks Blog digital wallpaper that’s perfect for you. Desktop | Mobile First up, we have a brand-new holiday design from Disney artist Jason Ratner, which was inspired by the “Candlelight Processional” at Epcot. Check out all of our holiday wallpapers and choose the correct size for your desktop or mobile device below: Desktop | Mobile Desktop | Mobile Desktop | Mobile Desktop Desktop | Mobile Desktop | Mobile Desktop | Mobile Desktop | Mobile Desktop | Mobile Desktop | Mobile Desktop | Mobile Desktop | Mobile Desktop | Mobile Desktop | Mobile Desktop | Mobile Desktop | Mobile Desktop | Mobile Desktop | Mobile Desktop | Mobile Desktop | Mobile Desktop Desktop | Mobile Desktop | Mobile Desktop | Mobile Be sure to check out the terms of use about using the wallpaper before you download it. Want to check out other designs? Visit our complete gallery of wallpapers here. View the full article

Maybe you’re anxiously anticipating a present under the Christmas tree from jolly ol’ Saint Nick. But if you just can’t wait, Epcot’s Sunshine Seasons has a few presents you can unwrap right now… Seasonal Cupcake at Sunshine Seasons And they’re all topping the seasonal holiday cupcake! (Many thanks to jennanb426 for the pics!) This red velvet cake is topped with marshmallow frosting and one-two-three-FOUR adorable PRESENTS! Seasonal Cupcake at Sunshine Seasons So, what’s under the fondant wrapping paper covering the gifts? Seasonal Cupcake at Sunshine Seasons Just “a few of my favorite things,” and maybe yours, too: TWIX BARS! So stop by Sunshine Seasons during the season, and enjoy! Don’t Miss Out on Any Disney World Fun This Holiday Season! The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2018 is a one-of-a-kind resource that will help you get the most out of your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World. Order The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2018 now! It includes over 400 pages of must-have information, including: A full What’s New!! chapter for the 2018 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 Order your 2018 Guide now and get 20% off with code PEPPERMINT! As always, our e-Books are 100% guaranteed! If you don’t love it, you get your money back! Would you like to try the seasonal cupcake at Sunshine Seasons? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: Review: Mickey Oreo Cheesecake at Epcot’s Sunshine Seasons Review: Warm Apple Crisp from Sunshine Seasons in Epcot’s Land Pavilion Review: Flower Pot Cupcake and Ursula Cupcake — Available through October 31 in Epcot View the full article

What’s your favorite memory from your last family vacation? Chances are it involves a huge smile on your child’s face. And on a Disney cruise, there are plenty of ways to make that happen. In this video, you’ll see the unfiltered joy on the faces of some of our youngest guests as they experience all of the fun and magic of a Disney cruise. Thinking about the perfect present to give your family for the holidays? Give the gift they’ll never forget—a magical Disney cruise vacation. View the full article

YOU will get to take control of the Millennium Falcon in one of three unique flight crew roles when the attraction, Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run opens in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in both Disneyland and Disney World in 2019. And in Disneyland (where Galaxy’s Edge will open next summer prior to the fall opening in Disney World’s Hollywood Studios), they are one MAJOR step closer to this new experience… because construction of the Millennium Falcon is now complete! Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Construction in Disneyland ©heliguy These incredible photos are used with permission from @heliguy on Instagram. You’ll see the entire land pictured above. He also shared this closer image of the ship that made the Kessel Run in less than twelve parsecs right there in the center! Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Construction in Disneyland ©heliguy And you can get a sneak peek of the adventures to come on Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run in this video by Disney Parks. Find out everything we know about Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run here! Source: Photos used with permission courtesy of Heliguy And visit our Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Page for more information! Don’t Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! The 2019 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining, is now available for Pre-Order! With more than 750 pages, the 2019 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 20+ years of visits. We’ve done the research for you, so you’ll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family’s needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you’ll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to pre-order your copy of the 2019 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2019 to save 25% today! But there’s MORE! Just like all DFB pre-order deals — when you pre-order your DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining, 2019 Edition today for 25% off the cover price, you’ll also get our fully updated 2018 Edition for FREE immediately, so you can start planning TODAY! Use code WDW2019 at check-out for a 25% off the cover price, AND get the 2018 edition for free! Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you excited to control the Millennium Falcon? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: NEWS! New Disney Parks Spectaculars, Attractions and Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Updates and MUCH MORE from D23 Destination D! Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run Will Let You Take Control in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge! Disneyland Annual Passholder Program Sees Two BIG Changes View the full article

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HOORAY!!! Loaded Mickey-Shaped Waffles are BACK ON THE MENU at Roaring Fork in Disney’s Wilderness Lodge… Roaring Fork Sign … though not exactly in the way you might think. You see, Specialty Mickey Waffles were a signature breakfast item for ages at the Roaring Fork. Chocolate Lovers Waffles Guests could choose from three different offerings: Strawberry Waffles, Chocolate Lovers Waffles, and (my personal favorite) Bananas Foster Waffles. Strawberry Waffles and Bananas Foster Waffles However, when Roaring Fork reopened from a lengthy refurbishment last June, the menus had been revamped along with the space, and the Specialty Waffles did not return. But that has — thankfully! —changed! You’ll now see Loaded Mickey-Shaped Waffles on the breakfast menu (which is served from 7:00 AM – 11:00 AM, with Grab and Go options available starting at 6:00 AM). HOWEVER… you’ll want to take note of a change to the menu description, which reads… Roaring Fork Breakfast Menu “Mickey-shaped Waffles with Strawberry Sauce, Chocolate-Chips, Banana Foster Sauce, Caramel Sauce, Chocolate Syrup and Whipped Cream.” So, guess what that means? It means you get ALL! THE! TOPPINGS!!! Loaded Mickey Waffles Strawberry sauce, chocolate chips, bananas foster sauce, caramel sauce, chocolate syrup and whipped cream on three Mickey Waffles! Loaded Mickey Waffles Loaded Mickey Waffles Now, if that seems a little much for your liking, fret not! If you’ve been craving, say, the Strawberry Waffles from back in the day, you can just order the strawberry toppings and whipped cream, even though they aren’t listed individually on the menu. OR you can even mix them up to make your own style! Behold… Mickey Waffles with caramel and chocolate sauce with chocolate chips, our brand new combo! Customized Loaded Mickey Waffles But if you always had trouble narrowing down your choices from the three… Loaded Mickey Waffles PROBLEM SOLVED! Thanks, Roaring Fork! Oh, and by the way… we’ll be back at Wilderness Lodge for the debut of Snow White Storybook Dining at Artist Point on December 16th! So, we’ll see you back here VERY soon! Find out why Wilderness Lodge is one of our favorite Resorts for dining in our DFB YouTube video!  Are you glad to see the Loaded Mickey Waffles on the Roaring Fork menu? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: Review: Specialty Waffles at Roaring Fork in Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Review: Cocktails, Cupcakes, and Seasonal Specialties at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge First Look and Review: Geyser Point Bar and Grill at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge View the full article

Recently, Bob Chapek, Chairman, Disney Parks, Experiences and Consumer Products shared some exciting updates during the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions Expo (IAAPA). Today, we have highlights from Bob’s presentation that featured a first look at new technology coming to Disney parks, including more lifelike Audio-Animatronics figures and a new ride system for Epcot’s highly-anticipated “Guardians of the Galaxy”-themed attraction. Keep checking the Disney Parks Blog for future updates on technology and experiences featured in the video. View the full article

Frozen Ever After opened at Epcot in 2016 to the delight of “Frozen” fans of all ages. How well do you know this attraction? Put your knowledge to the test below! View the full article

Walt Disney World reached the milestone of selling one million mobile dining orders, the company announced this week on its blog. It’s taken more than a year for Disney to sell one million orders on its My Disney Experience app. The option debuted last year and had expanded to 15 locations at the... View the full article

Walt Disney World reached the milestone of selling one million mobile dining orders, the company announced this week on its blog. It’s taken more than a year for Disney to sell one million orders on its My Disney Experience app. The option debuted last year and had expanded to 15 locations at the... View the full article

Shane Lindsay and Kristina Hawkins know their quest might be impossible or just crazy: Go on every single ride at Walt Disney World’s four theme parks in just one day. “There are lots of people who are Disney fans,’’ said friend Ted Tamburo, who along with Lindsay runs a website chronicling what’s... View the full article

Sprinkles Cupcakes in Walt Disney World’s Disney Springs and Disneyland Resort’s Downtown Disney knows a thing or two about celebrating holidays with its cupcakes, cookies, drinks, and more. Sprinkles in Disney Springs Earlier this year, Sprinkles announced its new line of holiday packaging, which is a lovely mix of snowflake designs and metallic gold! Sprinkles Holiday Packaging And now, you can pack your pretty little Sprinkles package with a Design Your Own Bake Box! Design Your Own Bake Box Sprinkles’ Twitter account announced the holiday DYO Bake Box just after Thanksgiving, and while we haven’t seen an end date for the Bake Box, we expect it will be available (online and in stores) through the holiday season. Design Your Own Bake Box Your Design Your Own Bake Box consists of eight cookies/brownies, two frosting shots, and four cupcakes — all of your own choosing! That is a lot of Sprinkles goodness in one box! Design Your Own Bake Box Sprinkles Frosting Shots Sprinkles added some kitschy examples to its announcement video to give you an idea of what your Bake Box could include. We think yours will look a little better than this. Design Your Own Bake Box Especially if you pack it with some seasonal cupcakes! Check out this Christmas Cookie Cupcake. (Speaking of which, if you happen to pick up one of these before they’re gone on December 26, feel free to send us a few!) Christmas Cookie Cupcake ©Sprinkles And if you want to jingle your Sprinkles bells all month, grab a Gingerbread Cupcake! Gingerbread Cupcakes ©Sprinkles Oh, yeah, it’s Christmas time at Sprinkles! Go get your cupcake (and cookie and brownie and frosting shot) on!  What’s your favorite Sprinkles Cupcake flavor? Any holiday favorites you wish Sprinkles would carry? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below! Related posts: Black Velvet Cupcake at Sprinkles in Disney Parks Through October 31! Sprinkles Cupcakes Commemorates Breast Cancer Awareness Month By Donating Proceeds From Specialty Cupcakes Here’s Where To Find A Double Stuffed Oreo Cupcake in Disney Parks… View the full article

Tomorrow is National Cookie Day, and Wine Bar George at Disney Springs has a special way for you to celebrate! Gingersnap Cookie with White Chocolate Frosting That’s right: for one day only, you can get your hands on this almost-too-beautiful-to-eat cookie. On Tuesday, December 4, Wine Bar George is offering the Gingersnap Cookie with White Chocolate Frosting. Yeah, we’re gonna need it. After National Cookie Day disappears, though, so does this treat! Be sure to get yours while you can. Make the most of your trip to Wine Bar George and enjoy some tapas and a pour (or two) from their extensive selection of wines! Want to know more? Check out our review of Wine Bar George here. Want to stay informed of ALL the Disney News?? Sign Up for the Disney Food Blog Newsletter and don’t miss a thing! Click HERE to subscribe! Will you be partaking in this gorgeous Gingersnap Cookie from Wine Bar George tomorrow? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: What’s New in Disney Springs This Week! February 13, 2018 Enjoy Breakfast with Santa and Mrs. Claus at T-Rex Restaurant in Walt Disney World’s Disney Springs! Opening Date Announced for Wine Bar George in Disney Springs! View the full article

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Legends | Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa View the full article

Legends | Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa View the full article

The votes are in! Last week you voted for the winner of our fifth annual gingerbread house competition. And the winner is… The Disney Fantasy! Congratulations to all of the crew members who dedicated many hours to bringing these masterpieces to life. If you’re sailing on a Very Merrytime Cruise this holiday season, be sure to check out the intricate design up close in the ship’s atrium lobby. You can’t miss the sparkle (and delicious smell) of the gingerbread house when you walk onto the ship. Happy Holidays! View the full article

The holidays are in full swing and some of the most beloved happenings at the Disneyland Resort are taking place at Disney California Adventure park. To make sure you don’t miss one single thing, the Disney Parks Moms Panelists are here to offer their best tips and recommendations for making the most of their favorite seasonal experiences. “As a family of Disney foodies, exploring Disney Festival of Holidays’ Festive Foods Marketplace is a must-do to taste savory and sweet holiday favorites from a variety of cultures!” exclaims Courtney. “With the Sip and Savor Pass, you can redeem eight coupons to try food and beverages at the marketplace locations sprinkled throughout Disney California Adventure park. My husband and I love sampling the diverse cuisine, and it’s a great way to expose our kids to new flavors. A few of my favorites are the Braised Pork Belly Adobo, the Eggnog Wreath Eclair, and the Shrimp and Grits with Andouille Sausage. My little ones are big fans of the Holiday Stuffing Mac & Cheese and the ‘Hot Cocoa’ Marshmallow Macaron.” And while Jennifer L. agrees with Courtney that the Festive Food Marketplace is a must do, she also loves a good street party! “Our favorite festival experience is the Disney ¡Viva Navidad! Street Party. This energetic extravaganza boasts an array of talented musicians, dancers, and larger-than-life puppets with a special appearance by the Three Caballeros. Little ones will love dancing along with these colorful characters to the vivacious music.” Speaking of little ones, Courtney says her preschooler was thrilled to experience Princess Elena’s Musical Grand Arrival during their recent visit to Festival of Holidays! “Her Highness gets a festive royal welcome to Disney California Adventure park every afternoon. Immediately after the musical party, adoring fans can meet Elena of Avalor in person at Paradise Park to hear tales of her kingdom, so bring your best royal smiles and don’t forget your autograph book.” Mom Pro Tip from Courtney: “Be on the lookout for the rosy-cheeked Holiday Toy Drummers who appear in Paradise Gardens Park several times a day to deliver an energetic performance. These living wooden soldiers have lots of comical tricks up their sleeves! My kids love pausing to watch their silly musical antics and dance along to their one-of-a-kind beat.” For more information about traveling to the Disneyland Resort during the holidays, or planning your next Disney vacation, visit DisneyParksMomsPanel.com for a personalized answer from one of our knowledgeable panelists. View the full article

Disney’s Skyliner starts shuttling guests across Walt Disney World next fall! And now we’ve got a peek at a complimentary pin being given to guests at Caribbean Beach Resort. Caribbean Beach Resort Station ©Disney Caribbean Beach Resort is the location of one of the Skyliner’s stations (the others are located at Epcot, Hollywood Studios, and Art of Animation/Pop Century Resorts), and while the resort’s own construction is mostly complete, work continues on the Skyliner here. Skyliner Support Tower at Caribbean Beach Resort And that’s why guests are receiving a free Skyliner Pin upon check-in! We’re not sure if EVERYONE gets one, or if there’s a special selection process (let us know if you’ve stayed there recently!). But it sure is cool — and unique! Skyliner Pin The pin features colorful gondolas on golden cables high over greenery and buildings. Basically a simplified depiction of the sky-high Skyliner itself! Many thanks to our Twitter pal @KinnedyRayne for sharing! Want to keep up with all the Disney news? Follow us on Instagram! Have you experienced Disney World construction? Let us know what you thought! Related posts: What’s on the Menu for Thanksgiving at Sebastian’s Bistro at Caribbean Beach Resort? New Disney World Skyliner Details — with Concept Artwork! First Look! Newly Re-opened Calypso Trading Post at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort View the full article