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Now here’s a neat class setting for all you aspiring chefs out there … how about taking a Holiday Cooking Class on the 3rd deck rooftop of Paddlefish in Disney Springs? Paddlefish Executive Chef Steve Richard will demonstrate “Risotto the right way,” along with braising beef short ribs and holiday bread pudding! @DisneySprings Twitter The Holiday Cooking Class at Paddlefish takes place on Saturday, December 8, 2018 from 12:00 – 2:00 PM. Tickets — which are $50 per guest — may be purchased here. 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 take a cooking class at Paddlefish? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: Top 5 Can’t-Miss Eating Experiences Coming to Disney Parks in 2017 Review: The Dining Room at Paddlefish in Disney Springs Full Review: Dinner at Morimoto Asia in Disney World’s Disney Springs View the full article

According to wdwmagic.com, guests dining in Animal Kingdom’s Pandora will — for a limited time — get a special coupon. Satu’li Canteen From now through December 3rd, guests who dine at Satu’li Canteen will receive a coupon for a 15% discount off the purchase of a Banshee in the land’s merchandise shop, Windtraders. Adopt a Banshee at Windtraders The regular price for adopting a Banshee at The Rookery in Windtraders is $59.99. Na’vi Language from Pandora Field Guide Until next time… Irayo (“thanks” in Na’vi!) for reading! Pandora Field Guide Source: wdwmagic.com Check out more Animal Kingdom food fun in our DFB YouTube Video!  Have you dined at Satu’li Canteen? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: First Look! Pandora — The World of AVATAR in Disney’s Animal Kingdom! News: Menu Details for Satu’li Canteen and Pongu Pongu in Pandora – The World of AVATAR News: Mobile Ordering and Menu Items Coming to Pandora’s Satu’li Canteen View the full article

A casting notice posted this month offers a few clues to the new Cirque du Soleil show scheduled for Walt Disney World. Montreal-based Cirque issued a casting call for a youth or adult who could play a 12-year-old Caucasian girl. Other requirements: The performer’s height must be between 4 feet... View the full article

Once or twice in your lifetime, you get an opportunity to be a part of something truly special. Growing up in household full of Disney fans, the year 1928 was a year just as important as the year 1776. If it were up to my father, November 18th would be a national holiday. My siblings and I grew up humming the music from the parks and could recite every word of our large collection of Disney VHS tapes. Mickey Mouse has always been synonymous with fun and family, and celebrating 90 years of this incredible legacy is no small task. That’s why when the Disney Gift Card team came together wanting a special card to commemorate this milestone anniversary, we knew it had to be something we had never done before. Mickey Mouse is a star like no other and it was clear from the very beginning that our commemorative Disney Gift Card in his honor needed to shine (pun intended). Justin Hamana, Graphic Designer with Walt Disney Imagineering, developed the concept of a crystal-encrusted Disney Gift Card to honor this milestone anniversary. Specialists from Swarovski took the task all the way to Austria and developed a brand-new way to adhere crystals to the entire face of the card, something that had never been done before. The card looks incredible, but what struck me the first time I held it in my hand was how substantial it feels. All 5,000 cards are made with a metal core, encased in a protective plastic, and encrusted with over 2,500 premium Swarovski crystals. Not to mention a custom box almost as stunning as the card itself. Ready for display, the magnetic-closure box is the first to carry the Disney Gift Card Collector’s Series insignia and includes a vellum certificate describing the grandeur of the card. You may have seen some coverage of the Destination D event last weekend where a select number of these cards were made available to D23 members in attendance. But now it’s your turn. If you find yourself at Walt Disney World Resort or Disneyland Resort, you can take one of these limited-edition cards home for yourself. For $300, you receive one of the only 5,000 premium gift cards produced, nestled in a box ready for display, loaded with $90 redeemable for practically all things Disney — from Theme Park tickets, resort stays, Disney vacations and dining, and all the Mickey merchandise you could imagine at Disney locations across the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico. The Disney Gift Card Collector’s Series will be available for purchase starting December 4, 2018 at the locations below (while supplies last.) Walt Disney World Resort Magic Kingdom Park Main Street Cinema Epcot The Art of Disney Disney Springs The Art of Disney Ever After Jewelry Co. & Accessories Disneyland Resort Disneyland Park Disneyana Disney California Adventure Park Off the Page Downtown Disney District WonderGround Gallery If you do get your hands on an inaugural card in our Disney Gift Card Collector’s Series, know that it can be redeemed for practically all things Disney by scanning the barcode on the back. There is no magnetic strip, so your card will never be swiped. However, if don’t want to carry it around in your wallet, know that you can merge the $90 onto a standard Disney Gift Card at DisneyGiftCard.com. Walt reminded us all years ago “that it was all started by a mouse” and I think all of us Disney fans and cast members take that to heart. So, on behalf of Disney Gift Card, I want to wish Mickey Mouse a heartfelt Happy Birthday and many more years of his magic. View the full article

Tonight’s “After Dark” image was snapped at the Epcot International Festival of the Holidays, which culminates each evening with a performance of “Illuminations,” which at this time of year, features a special holiday finale. Take a peek at this special, seasonal treat for the senses above. Plan to see this special holiday version yourself at Epcot, now through December 30, 2018. Thanks to Photographer Tom Bricker for the images. View the full article

One of our favorite times to visit the Magic Kingdom is in November and December when the park is dressed up for the holidays. While we were there this week we found new merchandise, checked out construction progress, spotted some of Mickey’s birthday treats and merchandise still hanging around, plus found a new exit to a popular ride! A Happy Holiday Hello from the Magic Kingdom! Let’s start this week’s update out on Main Street U.S.A. where we found new dresses, purses, yummy treats, and a Minnie sink as well as sweet ways to continue celebrating Mickey’s 90th! Continue Mickey’s 90th Celebrations with Treats and Sweets Our first sweet stop was in the Confectionery, nothing beats a gaze into the bakery cases here! While day-dreaming about baked goods we spotted some of Mickey’s 90th birthday treats that are still being offered here, and we also found some of his birthday sweets at Fantasyland’s Big Top Treats. Confectionery Bakery Case Confectionery Mickey’s 90th Krispie Over at Big Top Treats they have cupcakes, a three-tier krispie cake, and a cake pop to continue the celebration of Mickey’s 90th. Big Top Treats Mickey’s 90th Cupcake Big Top Treats Mickey’s 90th Treats Big Top Treats Mickey’s 90th Treats The Plaza Ice Cream Parlor is still serving up sundaes in the perfectly polka-dotted Minnie Kitchen Sink! Mickey and Minnie Kitchen Sinks at The Plaza Ice Cream Parlor The spinning bow-tie glow wands are also still available on the merchandise carts in the park. Mickey’s 90th Glow Wands on Merchandise Carts Mickey’s 90th Glow Wand What’s New on Main Street U.S.A. Uptown Jewelers has been home to the park’s The Dress Shop, and this stop didn’t disappoint. We spotted the new Disney Dogs print on a dress, a Magic Band, and a Dooney and Bourke collection. Disney Dogs Dress This year’s version of the print features so many Disney Dogs — the Dalmatians, Fox and the Hound‘s Copper, the Tramp from Lady and the Tramp, Up‘s Dug, and Stitch…wait, is Stitch a dog? Let us know what you think in the comments! Disney Dogs Dooney and Bourke Handbag Disney Dogs Dooney and Bourke Handbag And, the perfect accessory when you’re in Disney — there’s a Disney Dogs Magic Band! Disney Dogs Magic Band What’s New in Adventureland We were so excited to see the return of the holiday souvenir travel mug we already shared it with you! This mug is available to all park guests (it is not a resort guest refillable mug), and going quickly — especially with our “cold” snap here in Central Florida. This is available at snack carts around the park, we picked ours up at Sunshine Tree Terrace, and spotted it at Aloha Isle and Tortuga Tavern in Adventureland Holiday Souvenir Travel Mug What’s New in Tomorrowland The #ShareYourEars mural has been removed from the Purple Wall. We are interested to see what, if anything, replaces the mural. Goodbye #ShareYourEars Mural The Lunching Pad‘s Frozen Cokes now come with the same rock candy covered straws that came with our Wonderland and Space Ranger Slushies. Don’t forget, the candy straws have also been added to the Witch’s Brew at Prince Eric’s Village Market and to the peppermint sundae at Storybook Treats. They’ve also still got the Infinity Pretzel from this past summer on the menu here. The Lunching Pad Menu Space Mountain has a new exit! Check out all the photos of the new exit here. Space Mountain’s New Exit The Joffrey’s stand, Revive, in Tomorrowland is offering seasonal drinks. You’ll find a Peppermint Mocha Latte and a White Chocolate Gingerbread Latte here. Talk about a difficult choice! Which would you go with? We think we’ll go for the Peppermint Mocha Latte. Joffrey’s Revive in Tomorrowland What’s New in Fantasyland Those cute Mickey Balloon popcorn buckets have been at Maurice’s for a while, but this week we saw them at the Main Street Popcorn Carts and at Storybook Popcorn. The Balloon bucket is $15.50, and $2.00 to refill it. Mickey Balloon Popcorn Bucket Prince Eric’s Village Market was closed the day we were in the park, but for those turkey Leg lovers out there – don’t despair. When Prince Eric’s is closed you can grab your turkey leg over at Gaston’s Tavern. Grab your Turkey Leg at Gaston’s when Prince Eric’s is Closed In addition to some of Mickey’s 90th treats, Big Top Treats also has some of the cutest cake pops we’ve ever seen. Just look at these sweet guys! Big Top Treats Snowman Marshmallow Wands If you’re looking for a cream cheese stuffed pretzel (who isn’t?) then head over to Cheshire Cafe to get your fill of this sweet and savory snack. Cheshire Cafe Cream Cheese Pretzel Bonjour Village Gifts is home to all things Beauty and the Beast, and now they have some must-have Danielle Nicole 3-D handbags. Danielle Nicole Beauty and the Beast bags This Chip bag would go perfectly with the Chip Dress you can get in Disney Springs’ Cherry Tree Lane. Danielle Nicole Beauty and the Beast Chip The rose bag is so elegant. Maybe we can use this to go to a New Year’s Eve bash! Danielle Nicole Beauty and the Beast Rose bag You can also grab a set of the light-up Happily Ever After nighttime spectacular Mickey Ears here for $10.00. Happily Ever After Light-Up Ears Happily Ever After Light-Up Ears When you’re in Fanstasyland or on the path between Fanstasyland and Tomorrowland you can see signs of construction of the new Tron ride, opening in 2021. Tron Ride Construction in Magic Kingdom Tron Ride Construction in Magic Kingdom Because the construction is very close to The Walt Disney World Railroad tracks between Fanstasyland and Tomorrowland, the trains will stop running this December. During the railroad’s closure, the trains will sit “in residence” at Main Street Station. This will be a great time to get an up-close look at the trains and take advantage of some unique photo opportunities (remember to tag us @disneyfoodblog). The Walt Disney Railroad What’s New in Liberty Square The Liberty Belle Riverboat is finally back in the station after a refurbishment of the Rivers of America, but it isn’t sailing…yet. Welcome Back Liberty Belle! Welcome Back Liberty Belle! Our favorite store, Haunted Mansion’s Memento Mori, rarely disappoints us, and they didn’t on this visit. We found the Light-Up Doom Buggy Toys back in stock. The Ghost Host says different sayings when you turn this on, and the hitchhiking ghosts glow on the screen when you push a button. Light-Up Doom Buggy Toy How cool is this? Light-Up Doom Buggy Toy For those of you with brand new kiddos, you’ve got to check out the new layette set to dress your baby up as a Haunted Mansion cast member! Haunted Mansion Layette Set The set comes in various sizes (we saw Newborn, three, and six month sizes) and includes a onesie, shorts, blanket, and bib. Haunted Mansion Layette Set We think we’ll be seeing lots of Haunted Mansion babies next Halloween! Haunted Mansion Layette Set What a fun trip this was to the Magic Kingdom! That’s all the new merchandise, eats, treats, and updates we found. Be sure to follow us to stay updated on everything we find in the parks each week! A Happy Holiday Hello from the Magic Kingdom! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Check out our NEW video 25 Must Do Holiday Activities in Disney World! When you’re done – check out all of our Videos on You Tube! 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! Related posts: What’s New in the Magic Kingdom This Week: All the Eats, Updates, Treats, Merchandise and More! What’s New in Disney World’s Magic Kingdom: Everything We Found this Week! Pumpkin Ice Cream and More “of-the-Month” Features Impress at Magic Kingdom! View the full article

’Tis the season… for new Disney Parks Starbucks Tumblers! Take a look at the new Epcot Tumbler that you can currently find at Fountain View. Epcot Starbucks Tumbler The design is, of course, similar to the new Animal Kingdom Tumbler at Creature Comforts (which — at press time for this post — are currently sold out). Epcot Starbucks Tumbler Spaceship Earth and other Future World attractions and elements of World Showcase are seen on the mug, along with the Monorail. Epcot Starbucks Tumbler Epcot Starbucks Tumbler You’ll find pals like Figment and Crush, and Mickey, of course! Only here, he’s outfitted to deliver a tribute to Dreamfinder. Epcot Starbucks Tumbler My personal favorite detail? That Living With the Land boat on the bottom right. A navy lid and the Starbucks logo make up the rest of the design. Epcot Starbucks Tumbler Epcot Starbucks Tumbler How’s your collection coming along? 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. What do you think of the new Epcot Tumbler? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: News! Starbucks “You Are Here” Mugs For Sale Again in Epcot What’s New in Disney World’s Epcot: Food, Merch, Kidcot, and Guardians of the Galaxy Coaster Updates Where to Find Pumpkin Spice EVERYTHING in Disney World! View the full article

Some of the best youth football teams from across America will be battling it out for national championships this weekend at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex when the 62nd edition of the Pop Warner Super Bowl Championship tournament gets underway at Walt Disney World Resort. Throughout the week-long tournament fans can get an up close and personal look at a few future NFL stars as 64 teams compete for national championships in two divisions and five age/weight ranges (Jr. Pee Wee, Pee Wee, Jr. Varsity, Varsity and Unlimited). More than 70 percent of current NFL players got their start playing Pop Warner football including New York Giants WR Odell Beckham, Jr., Arizona Cardinals WR Larry Fitzgerald and Indianapolis Colts QB Andrew Luck. Games take place Saturday, Sunday, Dec. 4, Dec. 5, Dec. 7 and Dec. 8. Fans can also see cheer and dance teams competing in the Pop Warner Cheer and Dance Championships, which features more than 400 teams competing over a five-day span. Fans may purchase a single-day admission ticket for $18.50 (ages 10+) or $13.50 (ages 3-9), or a length-of-tournament event pass for $55.50 (ages 10+) or $40.50 (ages 3-9). Parking is available in the main parking lot at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex. Not able to make it in person? Select games will be streamed live on ESPN3 and the WatchESPN App. There will be 24 games shown live throughout the week. All Division I and Division II Super Bowl games on Field 17 will be streamed Live on ESPN3 and the WatchESPN App. View the full article

During Disney Festival of Holidays at Disney California Adventure park, guests are treated to the sights, sounds and tastes of various multicultural traditions—Christmas, Navidad, Hanukkah, Diwali, Kwanzaa and Three Kings Day. Embrace the seasonal celebration with live music and dance performances, as well as a delicious mix of holiday dishes and beverages at the Festive Food Marketplaces, which celebrate diverse cuisines, cultures and traditions. Check out what’s in store below! If you are looking to try many of the food and beverage offerings available, be sure to pick up the Sip and Savor Pass! Available to all guests, the Sip and Savor Pass comes as a souvenir credential with eight pull-off tabs. Each of these tabs can be traded for either one food item or one non-alcoholic beverage at any of the Festive Food Marketplace locations throughout the park. What is your favorite part of Disney Festival of Holidays? View the full article

“Like a grand and miraculous spaceship, our planet has sailed through the universe of time; and for a brief moment we have been among its passengers.” Epcot’s Spaceship Earth So why not commemorate that “grand and miraculous spaceship” with the new Spaceship Earth Krispy Treat at Epcot’s Fountain View?! Spaceship Earth Krispy Treat Let’s check out all the components: Spaceship Earth fondant? Check. Mickey shape? Check. Minnie Ear Bow? Spaceship Earth Krispy Treat Check… and complete with a tribute to the famous Bubble Gum Wall, for all you Disney Wall fans out there! This latest Instagram-worthy treat can be yours for $4.69 or a snack credit on the Disney Dining Plan. 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. Would you like to pick up a Spaceship Earth Krispy Treat? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: Epcot Food and Wine Festival Tip: Make Your Own Custom DFB Food and Wine Fest Tray! Review: Bubble Milk Tea at Epcot’s Joy of Tea Review: New Jumbo Pretzel in (where else?) Epcot’s Germany Pavilion View the full article

Ralph and Vanellope von Schweetz from Wreck-It Ralph and Ralph Breaks the Internet are waiting to greet you at their new Meet and Greet location in Epcot! Meet the Stars! You’ll find Ralph and Vanellope located (for the time being) at Innoventions West. Innoventions West Check it out! Ralph Ralph and Vanellope Ralph and Vanellope Ralph and Vanellope backdrop Ralph and Vanellope meet and greet area Later this winter, according to Disney, “a new experiment will soon be underway at the Imagination Institute, creating a portal into other dimensions” in the ImageWorks area of the Imagination! pavilion. Ralph and Vanellope will meet guests regularly there once its set up, thanks to that portal opening a window on the internet for Ralph and Vanellope to step through and say hello! Don’t forget… you can still meet Baymax from Big Hero 6 and Joy and Sadness from Inside Out in Future World, too! Epcot Character Spot sign Be sure to check your Times Guide or your My Disney Experience app for meet and greet times for all characters in Epcot. Character Greeting Schedule in Times Guide Who will you say hello to first? 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. Would you like to meet Ralph and Vanellope? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: Coming Soon! Meet Ralph and Vanellope from Ralph Breaks the Internet in Disney Parks Pre-Order the DFB Guide to the 2015 Epcot Food and Wine Festival…and Get the 2014 Guide FREE! News: Two NEW Challenges Join the Wine and Dine Half Marathon in 2016! View the full article

If there is any place more picturesque than Disney World’s Animal Kingdom to enjoy a stroll or simply sit for a spell and take in your surroundings? Tree of Life in Animal Kingdom I think many would agree when we say, “Nope!” And now there are a few more places where you can do the latter (which we found while doing the former ) on our latest trip to the park! Drinkwallah Drinkwallah is a spot where you can always grab a Frozen Coke or other frozen beverage and a few other snacks (currently, Cinnamon-Glazed Almonds and Pecans are also featured on the menu). Drinkwallah While the snack selection is somewhat limited — being focused on drinks, of course, as stated in the name — the views in this area of Animal Kingdom’s Asia aren’t limited at all! Drinkwallah Surroundings So the spot is highlighting that fact with a newly expanded seating area. You can take in the views surrounding you… Drinkwallah Surroundings Drinkwallah Surroundings … or the many details packed directly in the vicinity! Drinkwallah Seating Area Details Drinkwallah Seating Area Details Drinkwallah Seating Area Details Drinkwallah Seating Area Details Lots of new chairs and umbrella-covered tables are now available in the Lower Garden Seating area, just waiting for you to pull up a chair and enjoy your Coconut-Lychee Lemonade. Lower Garden Seating sign New Lower Garden Seating New Lower Garden Seating New Lower Garden Seating Be sure to heed the signs! Drinkwallah Area Sign Another fully covered area is also available for taking in some shade while overlooking the scene. Drinkwallah overlook Upcountry Landing Upcountry Landing construction is also complete. Upcountry Landing What was once a spot a while back to meet and greet Baloo and King Louie is now a stroller parking area complete with a ramp. Upcountry Landing Upcountry Landing Ramp to Stroller Parking Though not as expansive as the new Drinkwallah seating, there are still a few new benches in the area where you can enjoy a Triple Yeti Blast from the nearby Warung Outpost. New Bench New Bench A new stage has been constructed as well, “for your future enjoyment.” Upcountry Landing Stage We wonder if this sign might give some clue as to the future entertainment? Sitar Lesson sign And the view isn’t bad from here, either! Upcountry Landing Of course, you could say that about pretty much anywhere in Animal Kingdom. Animal Kingdom details Animal Kingdom details What’s your favorite spot? Drinkwallah and Upcountry Landing are in Animal Kingdom’s Asia. Take a Food Tour of the whole area in our DFB YouTube Video! Do you have a favorite place to enjoy a drink or snack with a view in Animal Kingdom? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: DFB Video: Food Tour of Animal Kingdom’s Asia What’s New Around Walt Disney World: February 28, 2017 Review: Yak and Yeti Restaurant in Disney’s Animal Kingdom View the full article

It’s finally here! Disney Parks and ABC kick off the holiday season with a star-studded celebration showcasing incredible musical performances and special appearances at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida and Disneyland Resort in California. “The Wonderful World of Disney: Magical Holiday Celebration” airs tonight, Thursday, Nov. 29, at 9|8c on The ABC Television Network and on the ABC app. During the special, songwriter and “Dancing with the Stars: Juniors” host Jordan Fisher and “Modern Family” actress Sarah Hyland host the magical two-hour event from Walt Disney World Resort, along with Jesse Palmer from the Disneyland Resort. Here’s who’s part of the musical journey: Multi-GRAMMY® Award-winning superstar Gwen Stefani lights up the night with “Feliz Navidad.” GRAMMY Award-winning singer, songwriter Meghan Trainor performs a medley of her hits, including “No Excuses,” “All About That Bass,” “Me Too” and “Let You Be Right.” CMA Award-winning country artist Brett Eldredge, joined by Meghan Trainor, sing the classic holiday duet “Baby, It’s Cold Outside” from Eldredge’s album “Glow.” Andrea Bocelli shares his unmistakable voice, singing a Christmas classic; then Andrea is joined by his son, Matteo Bocelli, to perform their beautiful new duet, “Fall on Me,” from Disney’s “The Nutcracker and the Four Realms.” Jordan Fisher performs his Christmas hit, “Come December.” Singer, songwriter and actress Becky G performs “Santa Baby.” GRAMMY Award-nominated artist Aloe Blacc performs his debut single, “I Got Your Christmas Right Here,” from his first-ever holiday album, “Christmas Funk,” out Nov. 9. American Idol winner Maddie Poppe sings “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas.” Chart-topping, breakout music group Why Don’t We performs a medley of the classic “Silent Night” and their original holiday song “Hey Good Lookin.” Plus, Lin-Manuel Miranda gives an exclusive interview on “Mary Poppins Returns” in theaters Dec. 19. Gallery 2018 ‘The Wonderful World of Disney: Magical Holiday Celebration’ on ABC view all Join the conversation tonight! #DisneyHolidayCelebration View the full article

Mouse-ear hats and headbands continue to be atop thousands of heads at Walt Disney World, and the options for this gear are growing. The company has more themes and genres going – riffs on characters, attractions and special occasions – than at any point since the Mouseketeers made the classic... View the full article

Hi, friends! We’re back with another DFB Video today, and we’re sharing new Disney dishes that we have LOVED recently… and one that we really didn’t! Nyala Brownie We’re going through all sorts of new dishes that have arrived on the scene in Disney World as of late, both from new restaurants and from classic stops serving new items. And there’s a lot of good news to share regarding new dishes that we think you might really enjoy trying on your next trip to Disney World! But sometimes, the flip side to the good news is bad news… and we’re sharing one dish that didn’t wow us at all. You can find out about all of them in our latest DFB YouTube 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: Do any of these new items top your Must-Try List? Related posts: DFB Video: 11 Things Disney World Pros Do, And You Should, Too DFB Video: 5 Super Fun Rainy Day Activities in Disney World! DFB Video: Tips for Eating Gluten Free in Walt Disney World View the full article

Chef José Andrés has been nominated for the 2019 Nobel Peace Prize for disaster relief work through World Central Kitchen, the non-profit organization he founded in 2010. Chef José Andrés ©Jaleo According to TIME magazine, in the eight years since World Central Kitchen was founded, hot meals have been served “to millions in disaster zones and difficult situations.” Among these, Chef Andrés with World Central Kitchen served over 3.5 million meals in Puerto Rico following Hurricane Maria. And, more recently, World Central Kitchen has been feeding victims of the wildfires in California. This included a Thanksgiving dinner hosted with Guy Fieri and Tyler Florence feeding 15,000 survivors. Chef Andrés was nominated for the Nobel Peace prize by Representative John Delaney of Maryland. The Washington Post presented this quote from the Representative: “Because of Mr. Andrés’s work, millions of people have been fed. This is the most basic human need and Mr. Andrés has proven to be world-class in this essential humanitarian field. With an incredible spirit and an innovative mind, Mr. Andrés is solving one of the world’s ancient problems and supplying world leaders with a new road map to provide more effective disaster relief in the future.” Previously, Chef Andrés has been the recipient of the James Beard Foundation’s Humanitarian of the Year award and the 2015 National Humanities Medal from the National Endowment of Humanities. Jaleo by José Andrés We look forward to welcoming the sixth location of Jaleo by Chef José Andrés when it opens in Disney Springs later this year! Sources: TIME Magazine, with served meal number and additional information sourced from Jaleo.com Related posts: News: Jaleo and Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill Opening in Disney Springs in 2018 What’s New in Disney Springs This Week! February 13, 2018 Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ Rise ’n Shine Brunch Now Offered on Saturdays, Too! View the full article

We popped into Epcot and Hollywood Studios today and have some construction updates for you! Finally! Star Wars fans rejoice! The stage show A Galaxy Far, Far Away is back! After monitoring weeks of refurbishment work in the stage area we were glad to see the stage back when we were in Hollywood Studios today. A Galaxy Far, Far Away Stage Show is Back! It’s like welcoming back an old friend to see this mobile stage in its rightful place again. Show times are displayed on the screens of the stage. A Galaxy Far, Far Away Stage Show is Back! Welcome back A Galaxy Far, Far Away! A Galaxy Far, Far Away Stage Show is Back! And we have even more Star Wars updates, and it comes just when we thought they completed all the construction and refurbishment at Hollywood Studios’ Tatooine Traders. A whole new structure is being added to the store! Addition to Tatooine Traders This is very close to the future entrance to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge (opening in the Fall of 2019). Addition to Tatooine Traders Our visit to Epcot was also eventful — we spotted panels going up on the Guardians of the Galaxy ride building. Guardians of the Galaxy Ride Building is Getting Panels This is getting us super excited for this ride’s debut in 2021. Catch our post on the amazing way this ride’s cars will be different and more immersive than other rides! Guardians of the Galaxy Ride Building is Getting Panels Which are you looking forward to the most — Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge or the Guardians of the Galaxy ride? Let us know in the comments below! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Check out our NEW video featuring All the Changes and Updates JUST Announced at Disney Parks! When you’re done – check out all of our Videos on You Tube! 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. Related posts: What’s New in Disney World’s Hollywood Studios: 11-4-18 What’s New in Hollywood Studios: Everything We Found this Week! Star Wars and Tatooine Traders Construction Updates in Hollywood Studios View the full article

Even though we officially celebrated Mickey’s 90th Anniversary on November 18, 2018, the PARTY is going to continue well into 2019! And you can celebrate with a very special pair of Ears which are now available at the World of Disney store in Disney Springs! Mickey’s 90th Ears ©Disney The gold Mickey 90 Ears have a couple of special features. First, the removable bow can transform into a bowtie! And the #MICKEY90 on the side of the headband marks the special occasion. #MICKEY90 Ears ©Disney While these will likely arrive at other big retail destinations around Disney World (think Epcot’s Mouse Gear and Magic Kingdom’s Emporium), the notice that these are currently available at the World of Disney store comes from the @DisneySprings Twitter. @DisneySprings Twitter We’re excited to continue celebrating our favorite Mouse into next year! How about you ? 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! 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. How are you celebrating Mickey Mouse’s 90th Anniversary? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: NEW Reusable Shopping Bags Available at the All-New World of Disney in Disney World NEW Restaurant Coming to Disney Springs! City Works Eatery & Pour House Nerds Cupcake Available for a Limited Time at Disney Sprinkles Cupcakes Locations! View the full article

Tyler Trent, the former Purdue University student who has inspired the Boilermakers football team and thousands of fans with his courage in battling cancer, is this year’s winner of the Disney Spirit Award. Given annually to college football’s most inspirational figure, the Disney Spirit Award will be presented next Thursday, Dec. 6, in Atlanta at the College Football Awards show, televised live on ESPN at 7 p.m. Trent, 20, was diagnosed with bone cancer in 2015, but refused to let the disease get the best of him. In 2017, Trent started classes at Purdue on time despite a surgery to remove his pelvis 11 days prior, and even got to camp out for football tickets with several of his fellow classmates. ESPN College GameDay reporter Tom Rinaldi put Trent’s story in the national spotlight earlier this season, profiling his fight with cancer and his prediction that Purdue would take down the then No. 2-ranked Ohio State Buckeyes. Purdue went on to defeat Ohio State, 49-20, with Trent watching from the sidelines. College football season often provides sports fans with memorable, inspirational moments that go beyond the play on the field. This year is no different. Check out this ESPN story from earlier this season and it should be pretty obvious why we chose Trent for this prestigious award. View the full article

New renderings for the upcoming Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort expansion were recently released as officials celebrated a groundbreaking for the project set to finish in 2020. The 14-story tower, which will be called The Cove, will feature more than 22,000 square feet of meeting space,... View the full article

It’s the most wonderful time of the year and the holidays have arrived in the Play Disney Parks app! That’s right, special new achievements and Apple Music®* playlists are available this holiday season for some festive fun that’s sure to delight at Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort. Guests can earn special holiday achievements at Disneyland Resort for sailing away on “it’s a small world” Holiday and taking a polar plunge on Grizzly River Run. And if you haven’t visited Haunted Mansion Holiday yet, don’t forget to stop by and collect your achievement before Jack Skellington departs! During the season, you can also collect special achievements when visiting each theme park at Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort! Be sure to share your holiday achievements on social media with the hashtag #PlayDisneyParks! And what are the holidays without music? Both Disneyland and Walt Disney World resorts will also feature special Apple Music® playlists to help you create the perfect seasonal soundtrack, including a Disney Holiday Hits playlist at both Disneyland park and Magic Kingdom Park. Over at Disney California Adventure park, a special “Festival of the Holidays” playlist can be found throughout the Disney Festival of Holidays and its multicultural celebrations, and at Epcot, fans can find and enjoy the Candlelight Processional album, featuring songs and narration from the show. You can even keep the festivities going and listen to these playlists at home or on your way to the parks! Apple Music® subscribers will be able to add these festive new playlists directly to their Apple Music® library and many new users can sign up for a free three-month trial through the app and listen to the playlists in full. Since launching earlier this year, we’ve continued to add magical treats for all in the Play Disney Parks app – from interactive experiences to playful pins, the fun has just begun. If you haven’t already, be sure to download the Play Disney Parks app from the App Store or Google Play to check out these all-new experiences this holiday season! Message, data and roaming rates may apply. Availability subject to handset limitations, and features may vary by handset, service provider or otherwise. Coverage and app stores not available everywhere. If you’re under 18, get your parents’ permission first. Some features require separate theme park admission. *Some features require Apple Music subscription and are only available on iOS devices. Separate terms and conditions apply. Apple, the Apple logo, iPhone and Apple Music are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. Google Play is a trademark of Google LLC. View the full article

The Epcot International Festival for the Holidays is going full fa-la-la-la-la now. Wasn’t it just yesterday that Walt Disney World was hosting the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival? Of course not, but the two special events are thisclosetogether this year. “We had five days to actually... View the full article

In the pantheon of inspired restaurants at Walt Disney World, Jiko — The Cooking Place has been at the top and at the bottom for me over the past few years. I’ve had excellent meals there, and I’ve had ho-hum meals there. So let’s see how this one turns out! Learn About: San Angel Inn Restaurante Epcot Restaurants Disney World Restaurants This Signature table service spot is located on the lower level of Animal Kingdom Lodge, across from Boma, the resort’s popular African- and Indian-inspired buffet. (Incidentally, if you’re looking for AKL’s quick service restaurant, The Mara, you’ll also access that through the lower level, too.) Jiko has been a guest favorite for years. The menu is a celebration of the many and varied food traditions of the African continent, employing high-end ingredients and traditional African components to create a unique (in Disney World anyway) dining experience for guests. And while Jiko’s menu features a selection of meat dishes (you’ll see several examples below), vegan and vegetarian diners may be offered a variety of choices on a separate menu, so be sure to ask. Jiko Sign Atmosphere When you dine at Jiko, you’ll want to pay attention to the space around you. The restaurant is full of details that reflect the cultures and environments of Africa. Lighting on the back wall of the restaurant changes throughout the evening to mimic the many shades of sunset. It lends some lovely ambiance. The Lighting Here is the Best Above, the space is home to stylized birds, which are said to bring good luck. Likewise the floors include stylized images of grain, also to symbolize good luck and good harvest. A Jiko Sunset! Rings encircling the pillars of the restaurant are designed to mimic the neck rings worn by women in some African tribes. These rings symbolize wealth and beauty. Rings represent neck rings symbolizing wealth Seating in the restaurant is at tables, booths, and in banquettes. Window tables look out on a gurgling brook and some stonework and greenery. Seating by the Window at Jiko Note that banquette seating means diners may be elbow to elbow with those seated at the next table. If you’re looking for a little more privacy and space, be sure to specify to cast members at check in that you’d prefer non-banquette seating. Seating at Jiko There are times when seating in the wine room is available to diners. This intimate room is a lovely, warm place for a quiet dinner. Wine Room at Jiko. The thoughtfulness of the symbolism in Jiko creates a warm, vibrant atmosphere in which to dine. And maybe all that symbolic good luck will translate into a tasty meal! Eats The menu at Jiko changes regularly, reflecting the seasonality of the ingredients and creativity of the chefs. The drink menu offers cocktails taking their inspiration (at least in name) from Africa and a wine list consisting of wine representing several regions of the African continent. The wine is such a draw here that the restaurant even hosts a wine tasting on select Wednesdays. Jiko Wine Tasting On my visit I passed on wine but ordered the Kilimanjaro Margarita. This tart and powerful drink had a fruity undertone thanks to tangy tangerine juice. It was refreshing and light — the perfect way to start a meal here, where the food is often very rich. Kilimanjaro Margarita We also received complimentary rolls and butter — not always a given at Walt Disney World these days. At Jiko, spices and herbs are often used to create something that’s a step above ordinary dinner rolls. And these ones were particularly impressive for their appearance alone — check out that golden glow! The accompanying butter has a subtle sweet, cinnamon-y flavor. Bread and Butter On my last reviewed visit to Jiko, I wasn’t as impressed with the menu offerings as I had been in the past, so on this visit, I was determined to try a variety of items to be sure we could keep recommending Jiko as prolifically as we have in the past. Jiko Menu We started with the Wild Boar Tenderloin appetizer which comes with pap (a traditional corn-based starch) and chakalaka (a traditional vegetable medley often fortified with beans). The flavorful dish was tender, and I appreciated the use of traditional components done well. The serving was substantial enough to be a meal for diners with small appetites (or in combination with a second app). Wild Boar Tenderloin We began the entree round with Snake River Farms Wagyu Strip, and it was terrific. Perfectly rare and well-seasoned, the Strip is a lovely piece of meat. The vegetable side dish for the Wagyu was Spiced Pole Beans. These were tasty (you know I love a green bean) and a simple addition to the meat — which is really the star here. A very impressive dish, and one I wanted to immediately order again. Snake River Farms Wagyu Strip Loin This dish (and the Oak-Grilled Filet) were noted as coming with Lemon-Salsify Puree… but when in Jiko, get the Kids’ Macaroni and Cheese! This complex version of the comforting mac and cheese staple used to be the included side for the Filet, but now the kitchen has some freshly made every day for the kids’ menu (and guests who request it — which lots of them do!). It’s also worth noting that the current (as of this post) online menu lists the mac as the side for the Strip, so double check on your visit! Mac and Cheese Subbed with the Wagyu The most popular dish at Jiko is the Oak-Grilled Filet Mignon, and while the sides have undergone a few changes over the years, I still think the Mac and Cheese is the quintessential side — so I subbed it in. The same Spiced Pole Beans complete this dish. If you’re a lover of filet, this is a must. Oak-Grilled Filet Mignon We love the Macaroni and Cheese so much at Jiko that we got the recipe! Next we tried the Mrouzia-Style Morrocan Lamp Tagine, which makes one heck of a first impression! Mrouzia-Style Moroccan Lamb Tagine The lamb is packed with rich, complex flavors, including ras el hanout (a traditional mix of many different ground spices that may include coriander, ginger, pepper, anise, and many others). It’s that blend of spices — which can vary from kitchen to kitchen — that gives this dish its something special. The Lamb Tagine is served with Parsnip Silk, Root Spinach, Medjool Date Smoor (kind of a thick chutney), and Pomegranate Glaze. While this dish wasn’t my favorite (I’m not a lamb fan), my dining companion grew up eating lamb in her Greek family and loved this version. Mrouzia-Style Moroccan Lamb Tagine The sleeper hit of the night was the Botswana Seswaa-Style Beef Short Rib. Even from a glance, this dish has a homey feeling — almost like the components of a hearty stew plated thoughtfully. The accompaniments to the tender meat included Istambu Samp and Beans, Sambal, Sukuma Wiki, and Mushrooms. This dish employs several traditional African ingredients, making it something you are unlikely to have had anywhere else. It’s delicious and interesting and absolutely worth a try. Botswana Seswaa-Style Beef Short Ribs Jiko is known for its rich entrees, but the desserts here are also unique and thoughtful. Dessert Menu In addition to desserts, Jiko offers a range of After-Dinner Drinks. After-Dinner Drinks Menu First up for us from the dessert menu was the Safari Sunset. This is described as Carrot Cake, Cornbread Calamansi and Lemon Cremeux, Kenyan Coffee Streusel, Citrus Gel, Valrhona Dulcey Mousse, and Candied Carrots. And it delivers those elements in a beautiful plated dessert that — let’s be honest — doesn’t look like any carrot cake we’ve tried before. This one was fine, but strangely the best part was the streusel for me. This falls into the “fancy signature restaurant dessert” camp for me. While these desserts look fancy and have lots of components, they’re not memorable, and they’re not the kind of thing you want to order again and again in my experience. Safari Sunset The Kilimanjaro is probably Jiko’s most well-known dessert, having been on the menu for some time. It’s comprised of Tanzanian Chocolate Mousse, Pistachio Financier (crumbled), Pink Peppercorn Meringue, Cacao Nib Crunch, and Ras el Hanout Pineapples. This is good play on textures, and there are several techniques here that really show the skill of the pastry chefs at Jiko. But the thing I remember most about it is that those pineapples tasted cinnamon-y…like a good holiday dessert. Again, it didn’t wow. Kilimanjaro Dessert The final dessert of the night was the simplest of the three we tried: Malva Pudding. This dessert of Melktart Ice Cream, Kataifi, Kanu Tuile, and Cabernet Gelée is an artful play on this traditional, humble dessert. The ice cream is delicious — inspired by a popular African custard and ridiculously creamy as a result. The bird-like tuile is a lovely ode to the spirit of Jiko and offers some great crunch. But this was a tiny dessert for the $13 price tag, and the Malva Pudding itself was unimpressive. Overall, the desserts fell flat for me at Jiko. Malva Pudding Overall Jiko — The Cooking Place can be a special dining experience. And if you’ve got an adventurous palate — or if you want to challenge some of your expectations of fine dining at Walt Disney World — Jiko is a great place to do it. But, like I said, Jiko has been hit or miss for me the past few years, so consider that when making your plans. This restaurant is a long way away from just about everything else in Disney World, so it’s not a quick jaunt from a park for most people. And while my visit last week offered a few of the best eats I’ve had at Jiko in my Disney career, it’s not always a guaranteed good time. Nosh or Not Make your way to The Cooking Place if: You want to try food inspired by cuisines that are potentially more unfamiliar to you. You’re looking to experience Signature dining, and you’re staying at Animal Kingdom Lodge. African culture and food is something in which you’re interested, and you want to experience Disney’s version of them. Enjoy a meal elsewhere if: You don’t have an adventurous palate and don’t want to waste money or calories on something you don’t think you’ll enjoy. You want to spend your vacation dollars on souvenirs and experiences rather than expensive meals. Animal Kingdom Lodge is really off the beaten path for you, and you don’t want to worry about all that travel. Animal Kingdom Lodge offers fabulous, FREE Culinary Tours at Boma, Jiko, and Sanaa! Read about them here! Have you enjoyed a visit to Jiko? Let us know what you thought in the comments below. Related posts: Tips From The DFB Guide: The BEST Tables To Request at Disney World Restaurants! Recommended Disney World Dining Plan One Credit Restaurant Values 21 Myths About Walt Disney World Food DEBUNKED View the full article

Admit it, you’ve got an Ugly Christmas Sweater in your closet, or you love dressing your family in matching holiday pajamas. If this is you, then head over to Disney Springs where you will be rewarded for your love of all things ugly or matching this holiday season! This season a few Disney Springs locations are celebrating these two holiday trends with special offers, events, and free desserts! Grab an ugly sweater (if you don’t have one the World of Disney store has some for you!) and head to Art Smith’s Homecomin’ on December 1 for a down-home celebration of ugly holiday sweaters. The celebration starts at 10pm and lasts until midnight. During this celebration you’ll enjoy festive beverages and bites as you, other guests, and the Homecomin’ crew don your ugliest holiday sweaters. Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ Art Smith’s Homecomin’ and Splitsville Luxury Lanes are both rewarding you with a free dessert when you wear your Disney-themed ugly sweater during the month of December. You’ll get a free single layer slice of Chef Art’s signature hummingbird cake at Art Smith’s Homecomin, or a free brownie dessert with whipped cream at Splitsville Luxury Lanes when you wear your Disney-themed ugly sweater and purchase an entrée or appetizer (one dessert per person). Please note! For the December 1 celebration at Art Smith’s Homecomin’ the announcement states wear your best ugly holiday sweater and enjoy festive beverages and bites. To earn the free dessert at Art Smith’s Homecomin’ and Splitsville Luxury Lanes in the month of December you must wear your Disney-themed ugly Christmas sweater to receive a complimentary dessert. Splitsville Luxury Lanes If matching PJs are more your thing, then head over to Maria and Enzo’s for their Holiday Brunch offered every Sunday through December 30, 2018. Groups who wear matching holiday PJs will receive a free commemorative photo, plus kiddos age nine and under eat free! What could be better than wearing your PJs with elastic waists as you enjoy a buffet of Italian meats, cheeses, salads, and pastries as well as made-to-order dishes including Mascarpone French Toast, Poached Hen Egg & Quinoa Kale Salad and hand-carved NY Strip Steak? For full details including pricing and menu options, and to book a reservation, visit the Maria and Enzo’s website.. Maria & Enzo’s Ristorante Which events are you going to attend? The idea of eating in our PJs is pretty appealing to us! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Check out our NEW video 25 Must Do Holiday Activities in Disney World! When you’re done – check out all of our Videos on You Tube! 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! Related posts: Disney World Splitsville Cast Member Special Offers Sake & Shine 2.0 with Chefs Morimoto and Smith in Walt Disney World’s Disney Springs — Tickets Available! DFB’s Top 10 Disney Food News Stories of 2016 View the full article