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Ever wanted to guarantee the PERFECT day at Disney World? Your favorite foods, your favorite rides, a private car whisking you from park to park through backstage access? Your dreams are coming true… . A new V.I.P. Tour is now open for booking for Walt Disney World guests: the completely customizable World of Dreams Tour! Cinderella Castle Based on our discussion with Disney World VIP Tour cast members, the inclusions are like no other… in fact, the tour is so customizable that interested guests can work with planning partners beforehand to plan their “dream day” — accommodating a party of up to six guests — in Disney World. This could include experiences in any (or even more than one) of the four theme parks such as a pre-park opening photo shoot in Toy Story Land or even a tour of the Suite in Cinderella Castle. From attractions to dining in some of Disney World most popular restaurants (with meals and snacks included in the price), this tour can also potentially include hard-to-get access to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge when it opens this fall in Disney World. ©Disney from @DisneyParks on Twitter And, yes — private, inter-park transportation is included! But what is the cost, you ask? $12,000 for the first day, and $10,000 for additional days. Plus tax. How does this differ from a regular VIP tour? While regular private VIP tours in Disney World can get verrrry pricey, they haven’t hit $1,000 per hour…yet. So you know this tour is going to go above and beyond what was previously the highest-end offering bookable by regular guests. The weird part? Park tickets aren’t included! Nope…so that’ll be $12,000 PLUS the cost of park tickets for you and your family or friends. So, whaddya think? Start your day with a pre-park opening photo shoot at Cinderella Castle followed by a few rides on Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance? And that’s only the beginning… . Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don’t Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! The 2019 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is now available! 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 order your copy of the 2019 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2019 to save 25% today! Use code WDW2019 at check-out for a 25% off the cover price! Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What do you think of the World of Dreams Tour? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: DFB’s Top 10 Disney Food News Stories of 2016 Spotted: More Disney Snack Magnets at Disney Parks What’s New Around Walt Disney World — June 14, 2016 View the full article

An Orange County woman is suing Disney after she says she was run over by a motorized scooter last year at Epcot and knocked to the ground. Dee Ann Glover, who filed the lawsuit Monday in Orange Circuit Court, is seeking more than $15,000 in damages. Glover, 59, a Disney annual passholder, said... View the full article

Walt Disney World’s Garden Rocks concert series, the musical component for the Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival, is expanding to an every-day schedule in 2019. And now we know who most of the performers will be. There’s still a throwback feel to the gig formerly known as Flower Power,... View the full article

Awesome news!! More new acts have been added to the lineup for the Garden Rocks Concert Series at the 2019 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival! Epcot Flower and Garden Festival The Festival runs from March 6 to June 3, 2019 and many of the “to be announced” slots have been filled in on the performer list! The newest performers announced for this year’s Festival are: Jon Anderson of YES, Tony Orlando, Ambrosia, Magic Giant, Dennis DeYoung from Styx, John Michael Montgomery, Night Ranger, Marshall Tucker Band, War, and The Guess Who. See the full lineup for the Garden Rocks Concert Series here! These acts are in addition to previously announced artists including Berlin, Glass Tiger, Rick Springfield, Air Supply, Christopher Cross, and many more! Garden Rocks Acts to Include Berlin, Sister Sledge, Colin Hay, and TobyMac The Garden Rocks Concert Series takes place take place three times per evening (5:30pm, 6:45pm, 8:00pm), throughout the Festival at the American Gardens Theater in the American Adventure Pavilion. The concerts are free with Epcot admission. Garden Rocks Dining Packages are also open for booking, offering guaranteed seating for an evening concert paired with a meal at a participating Epcot restaurant. See all Garden Rocks Dining Package Information on our Garden Rocks Concert and Dining Package Page. Ready to Plan for Your 2019 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival Trip? Pre-order the DFB Guide to the 2019 Epcot Flower & Garden Festival e-Book today! This 200+-page guide to the Festival offers insider tips and advice as well as all of the details you need to know to plan your best Festival visit ever. Your purchase includes several bonus items as well — including a full daily schedule of events at the Festival and a printable Outdoor Kitchens Booth Menu Checklist to carry with you as you Eat around the World! As soon as the DFB Guide to the 2019 Epcot Flower & Garden Festival is published you’ll receive an email with a link to download the new guide! Pre-order your 2019 edition today! Don’t miss a moment of the fun! Use code SPRING at check-out for a $2 off the cover price! Which performers are you looking forward to seeing during the Garden Rocks Concert Series? Let us know with a comment. Related posts: Garden Rocks Concert Series Lineup and Dining Package Info for the 2019 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival! More Acts Announced for Garden Rocks Concert Series for the 2019 Epcot Flower & Garden Festival Booking Now Open for Garden Rocks Dining Packages for 2019 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival View the full article

Walt Disney loved to travel! Getting ready to share with you all of the highlights of the proposed Disney’s Riviera Resort, I’ve been able to dive in and learn so much about Walt’s love for Europe and its rich stories, art and music created by so many “masters.” I also learned how deeply the Disney we know and love today is impacted by Walt’s travels to that region of the world. My research into Walt and all things Europe began while sailing on the Disney Dream for the Disney Vacation Club Member Cruise this summer and meeting the delightful director of the Walt Disney Archives, Becky Cline. In just a few short minutes, Becky enthusiastically filled me in on some amazing details of what is now referred to as Walt’s “Grand Tour of Europe in 1935,” and how much Walt deeply loved his travels there with his family. That was also the first I learned that Walt had shipped back 300 books that inspired many of our beloved animated tales, including the Italian children’s classic “Pinocchio,” and English classics “Alice in Wonderland” and “Peter Pan.” 
 Becky shared with me several books that have been written on these European visits that became such beautiful inspiration for Walt and the projects he was working on. In Dr. Robin Allan’s book, “Walt Disney and Europe,” we learn that every visit culminated in either returning from Europe with new storybooks that would inspire film projects for Disney Animation or would even simply inspire the artists and writers Walt worked with. Either way, Europe continued to serve as a source of inspiration for Walt and for Disney films. And in Didier Ghez’s book ,“Disney’s Grand Tour: Walt and Roy’s European Vacation, Summer 1935,” he lists all of the books Walt sent back from that tour, and goes even deeper including Roy and Edna’s diary excerpts of that magical trip. Another of my favorites on all things Walt, Europe and travel is Disney aficionado Jeff Kurtti’s new book, “Travels with Walt Disney: A Photographic Voyage Around the World.” Seeing all of the enthusing images throughout Jeff’s book, of Walt and his family in so many locations around the world including the European Riviera, made the stories I’d been reading about Walt’s travels come to life. Now, you might ask, ”What does all of this have to do with the all-new Disney’s Riviera Resort slated to be the 15th Disney Vacation Club resort?” I’m so glad you asked! Walking into this resort, you will be surrounded by the elegance of a modern European retreat, as if you were entering the same in Europe today and will experience the blended touch of old-world glamour, as Walt may have experienced on his grand journeys. And here, at this upcoming resort at Walt Disney World, you’ll have the opportunity to be immersed in Disney charm with all of the stories and food and art that were inspired by Europe and now imagined by Disney — and it all goes back to the inspiring travels of Walt Disney himself! Our Walt Disney Imagineering partners say it best: Disney’s Riviera Resort pays tribute to Walt and Lillian’s European travels, and connects Disney artistry and storytelling to the region’s renowned art heritage. It’s a resort that will transport Disney Vacation Club members and guests across the ocean to Southern Europe, to an elegant, modern and relaxing destination that feels at home along the world-famous Mediterranean coastline. Over the next several weeks we’ll share more with you about what you can expect with your stay at Disney’s Riviera Resort. Hope you’ll grab an espresso and read along! What are you most excited about experiencing at this beautiful new resort? View the full article

It’s an amazing fairytale come true! Soon you will be able to experience an unforgettable, magical morning with some of your favorite princesses. The all-new Disney Princess Breakfast Adventures is a unique, one-of-a-kind occasion where families can share special moments with some Disney Princesses while enjoying an exquisite, three-course breakfast at the award-winning Napa Rose restaurant.* The morning also includes enchanting activities, intimate story time, a private portrait location and premium keepsakes. Reservations are now available for this breakfast dining experience coming this spring to Napa Rose at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa! The occasion takes place in the elegant surroundings of Napa Rose restaurant, where guests are welcomed into a charming new storytelling environment and served sparkling beverages, including champagne for adults. During the sumptuous breakfast event, Disney Princesses such as Belle, Tiana, Ariel, Jasmine and others arrive to greet and make memories with families. The morning adventure continues on the patio, inspiring a whole new world of possibilities, where girls and boys let their imaginations soar as they delight in storytelling inspired by confident, kind and courageous Disney Princesses who dream big and celebrate who they are. Princesses will share the moments they felt empowered to be their true selves. Mulan may encourage children to strike a pose to discover their own inner warrior, while Rapunzel may share how she felt when she found the courage to explore the world outside her tower, showing little ones how to spin joyfully and shout, “Best day ever!” Disney Princess Breakfast Adventures will encourage youngsters to discover their own strengths and talents, and start each morning with a “can-do” attitude to never stop believing that anything is possible. The morning concludes with a fond farewell photo opportunity and special treasures to remember this inspirational day. For more information, including reservations for the Disney Princess Breakfast Adventures, visit the Disneyland Resort website. While visiting the Disneyland Resort, there are many wonderful ways to encounter some favorite princesses in the theme parks:** Fantasy Faire: In Fantasyland, meet Disney Princesses, enjoy charming live performances, browse magical mementos and revel in pure fairytale enchantment. Storytelling at Royal Theatre: Behold beloved Disney fairytales live on stage, with fun twists, located in Fantasyland. “Frozen – Live at the Hyperion”: This dazzling theatrical interpretation of the smash-hit animated feature tells the emotional and heartwarming adventures of royal sisters Anna and Elsa—a one-hour Broadway-style show, live on stage in Hollywood Land! Anna & Elsa’s Royal Welcome: Drift into a wondrous wintry moment as you meet the splendid sisters from “Frozen” in Hollywood Land. The Disney Princesses look forward to seeing you soon! *Dining experience and elements subject to restrictions and change without notice. Specific characters are not guaranteed. Restaurant seating is subject to availability and reservations are recommended. **Separate theme park admission required. View the full article

It’s National Plan for Vacation Day, and we at Disney Parks are here to help you make the most of it. Did you know at least 705 million vacation days are left unused by Americans every year? That’s so much time you could be spending on exploring new places, having the time of your life, and making lifelong memories with friends and family. This year, Disney Parks wants to ensure you don’t miss a moment to take a vacation and make some magic! There’s something for everyone at our properties around the world – from foodies to adrenaline junkies to explorers and more – so buckle up for our top suggestions to make lifelong memories with family and friends in 2019! For the Foodie: Sip and savor the flavors of the Food & Wine Festival at Epcot (Fall 2019) and at Disney California Adventure (March 1-April 23). Speaking of sampling great eats and drinks, don’t miss Le Rendez-vous Gourmand at Disneyland Paris (Summer 2019). Back on the west coast, celebrate the Year of the Pig at Lunar New Year at Disney California Adventure now through February 17th. If you want to star in a famous painting while also satisfying your pallet, stroll through the offerings of Epcot’s Festival of the Arts now through February 25th. For the Adrenaline Junkie: Get ready to make the jump to lightspeed. This summer at Disneyland and this fall at Walt Disney World, Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge will give guests the chance to pilot the Millennium Falcon and come face-to-face with the First Order. But don’t wait until then to feed your need for speed. Take an “Incredible” joyride on the Incredicoaster at Pixar Pier at Disney California Adventure. Buckle up for TRON Lightcycle Power Run in Shanghai Disneyland. Last but not least, play big in Andy’s backyard with Woody and the gang at Toy Story Land in Walt Disney World and Hong Kong Disneyland as well as in Disney•Pixar Toy Story Land in Shanghai Disneyland. For the Leisure Seeker: Ready, set, relax! Treat yourself to a beachside retreat at Aulani: A Disney Resort & Spa or set sail with Disney Cruise Line. If you still want access to the Walt Disney World Resort, beat the heat and bask in some much-needed R&R at Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon or Blizzard Beach water parks. Want serenity instead of sea-legs? The mainland at Disneyland Paris’s immersive eco-tourism destination: Villages Nature Paris provides a peaceful escape for your perfect recharge. For the Hero-in-Training: Avengers, assemble! Join Ant-Man and The Wasp this March in Hong Kong Disneyland Resort for Ant-Man and The Wasp: Nano Battle! While in Hong Kong, don’t miss the opportunity to suit up with Tony Stark at The Iron Man Experience. Encounter the likes of Thor, Captain America, and Black Widow at Disneyland Paris’ Marvel Seasons of Super Heroes March 23 through June 16th. You can also catch Captain Marvel during Disney Cruise Line’s Marvel Day at Sea (Feb. 3, 8, 17, 22, March 3 and 8). Finally, drop in for a fun, free-falling scream-fest at Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission Breakout! at Disney California Adventure. For the Explorers: Adventure is out there! For unforgettable journeys outside of Disney Parks, Adventures by Disney offers global excursions ranging in length from four nights to two weeks. Take your adventures from this world to another when you enter the Valley of Mo’ara in Pandora – The World of Avatar at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. When you return to Earth, hit the road and get your kicks on Route 66 with Lightning McQueen and Mater in Cars Land at Disney California Adventure. These experiences provide only a glimpse of what guests can encounter at Disney Parks across the globe! Whether you see yourself walking right down the middle of Main Street USA, strolling the beaches of Hawaii, or sword-fighting with swashbuckling rogues, your unique interests and vacation must-do’s await your arrival in 2019. Share your favorite Disney vacation must-do’s with us in the comments! View the full article

Epcot is home to the Festival of the Arts right now, but that isn’t the only thing going on in this changing park. Hello from Epcot World Showcase Construction In addition to construction work in preparation for Illuminations’ replacement, we found new food, artistic face painting, character art, sakes, and merchandise! Whats New in Epcot’s Sunshine Seasons Look what we found in Sunshine Seasons — a favorite from our childhood (OK, and grown up) days — warm chocolate chip cookies and milk! Warm Chocolate Chip Cookies and Milk As a bonus the cup for the milk is dipped in chocolate and has crunchy pearls on it! How perfect will this be as an after dinner snack? Warm Chocolate Chip Cookies and Milk What’s New in Epcot Construction Epcot is preparing to welcome a new space-themed restaurant between Mission: Space and Test Track in 2020. Construction is moving along, you can see more of a circular shape to the building as construction progresses. Space-Themed Restaurant Construction Progress The France pavilion is busy as they prepare to welcome a Ratatouille Ride in 2021 as well as a Beauty and the Beast Sing-Along opening “soon”. Ratatouille Ride Construction The Meet and Greet location for Belle is still re-located as a result of the construction going on in the pavilion and tables being added near the crepe stand. You’ll find Belle near the clock in the area by the decorative garden in the pavilion to the right of the fountains. Belle Meet and Greet Location What’s New in World Showcase When you’re walking around the pavilions be sure to look for new character art that we spotted around the pavilions. This is a fun addition to the pavilions during the Festival of the Arts. AristoCats Art in the France Pavilion Speaking of Festival of the Arts, there are some very artistic options available during the Festival for face painting. Which one will you choose? Festival of the Arts Face Painting Options The Cucumber Cooler has made a temporary return to the menu at the Sake Cart in the Japan pavilion. This cooler used to be on the regular menu and disappeared. We’re glad to see it return as a seasonal option. Cucumber Cooler in Japan Pavilion What’s New in Epcot’s Shops and Stores — New Merchandise The D-Lish line continues to delight us! We found a Dole Whip Float Tumbler in Mouse Gear, and it even has Hidden Mickeys on it! Dole Whip Float Tumbler Dole Whip Float Tumbler What a fun way to dream about a park favorite at home! Will you be adding this to your Disney collection? Dole Whip Float Tumbler Last week we found the Class of 2019 Mickey Ears Headband, now we found the Class of 2019 Mickey Ears Hat! Class of 2019 Mickey Ears Hat There’s a new set of 2019-dated Minnie Mouse ears complete with a pink bow. 2019 Minnie Mouse Ears 2019 Minnie Mouse Ears The bow features classic parks art including a train, the Partners statue, Maleficent, a pirate ship, and more! 2019 Minnie Mouse Ears Figment Fans — this is just for you! There’s a phone case featuring Figment in Mouse Gear! Figment Phone Case What will you be buying, eating, looking for, or getting painted on your face from this update? 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 video The Best New Festival and Celebration Foods in Disney World (including the Festival of the Arts)! 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! 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 order your copy of the 2019 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2019 to save 25% today! Use code WDW2019 at check-out for a 25% off the cover price! Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Related posts: What’s New in Epcot this Week: Merchandise, Food, Construction Updates, and more! What’s New in Epcot: Menus, Cupcakes, Construction, Festival Booths, Merchandise and More! What’s New in Disney World’s Epcot! August 6, 2018 View the full article

Watching candy artisan Chef Wenbo Zhang create his intricate and delectable candies is a show that truly combines visual, culinary, and performing arts. Traveling from Henan Province in China to perform exclusively at this year’s Epcot International Festival of the Arts, Chef Zhang is skilled in the traditional Chinese edible folk art of Sugar Painting and handcrafting Dragon’s Beard Candy. Both of these sugar arts date back thousands of years, with the expertise being passed down through apprenticeships from generation to generation. For Sugar Painting, Chef Zhang uses a small ladle to meticulously drizzle melted sugar on to a marble slab to “paint” your choice of an animal – real or imagined. Just prior to hardening, a stick is imbedded in the sugar making it the most artful and elaborate lollipop you have ever seen or tasted! Crafting Dragon’s Beard Candy is a tedious and extensive process where small batches of corn syrup are boiled, cooled, then carefully and slowly stretched creating hundreds of thin threads. The resulting threads are then wrapped around various fillings such as coconut shavings, sesame seeds, chocolate or, as Chef Zhang will be doing for the Festival, crushed peanuts and walnuts. How did this candy get its unusual name? Legend has it that during the Han Dynasty, an imperial chef “performed” for the emperor by making this new candy. The strands of this candy reminded the emperor of a dragon’s beard. As dragons were the symbol of the emperor, these sweet treats were originally restricted only to the ruling class. Chef Zhang will be demonstrating his incredible talent on select days throughout the Festival at the China pavilion. The Dragon’s Beard candy is crafted in small batches by Chef Zhang so quantities will be limited. Due to the time-consuming preparation needed for these unique candies, the demonstrations will be on alternating dates. Be sure to check your Festival Times Guide for performance times so you can experience (and taste) these edible works of art. Get more information on the Epcot International Festival of the Arts here. View the full article

Walt Disney World has released more details about the Disney Skyliner gondola system, including what characters’ images will grace some of the capsules as they glide over the resort. The company has shared renderings of cabins sporting Woody, Jessie and Buzz Lightyear from the “Toy Story” series;... View the full article

Walt Disney World has released more details about the Disney Skyliner gondola system, including what characters’ images will grace some of the capsules as they glide over the resort. The company has shared renderings of cabins sporting Woody, Jessie and Buzz Lightyear from the “Toy Story” series;... View the full article

We have been spotting park-specific reusable bags at both Disneyland Resort and in Disney World. Yesterday, we shared a look at the new reusable bags in Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and today — thanks to DFB Instagram friend @JasonD30 — we are checking out the new bag design for Disney World’s Animal Kingdom. Animal Kingdom Reusable Bag Similar to the other reusable bags we’ve seen so far, the design reflects park-specific icons. For Animal Kingdom these include Expedition Everest, banshees in Pandora, and a rhino in the savanna of Kilamanjaro Safaris. Plus Mickey ! And, of course, the Tree of Life as seen above. Animal Kingdom Reusable Bag Bags come in small, medium and large and range from $1.00 – $2.00 in price. These park-specific bags arrived as part of Disney’s commitment to reducing single-use plastics around Disney destinations worldwide. Click here to read more about Disney’s commitment to reducing single-use plastics in their parks and resorts in 2019. We’ll keep you updated on the latest! Stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog Newsletter. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don’t Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! The 2019 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is now available! 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 order your copy of the 2019 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2019 to save 25% today! Use code WDW2019 at check-out for a 25% off the cover price! Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What do you think of the park-specific reusable bags? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: Check Out the Design for the New Reusable Bags in Disney’s Hollywood Studios News: Pandora — The World of AVATAR Opens May 27th in Disney’s Animal Kingdom News: Tiffins Talks With Imagineers (Including Joe Rohde) at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Now Available For Booking View the full article

It has been reported that a food service worker at Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue in Disney World’s Fort Wilderness contracted hepatitis A. WFTV.com states the news of this case which was reported to the Florida Department of Health. Pioneer Hall — Home of Hoop-Dee-Doo Revue WFTV also shared this statement from a Disney spokesperson: “Nothing is more important to us than safety. Upon learning this news, we immediately began working with the Florida Department of Health in Orange County. The impacted cast member has not worked since being diagnosed and will not return until officially cleared by the Department of Health. We are not aware of anyone else becoming ill and continue to be engaged with the Department of Health to ensure we have all of the right processes in place to protect our cast members and guests.” The venue was thoroughly cleaned and sanitized by Disney officials upon learning about the case “out of an abundance of caution.” Source: wftv.com Related posts: Review: The Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue at Disney World’s Fort Wilderness Campground Hoop Dee Doo Revue…Review! Review: Trail’s End Dinner Buffet (and NEW Baked Potato Bar!) View the full article

Joining the beautiful topiaries, seasonal tours, and Garden Rocks Concert Series at the 2019 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival will, of course, be the event’s Outdoor Kitchens (also known as Food Booths). Epcot Flower and Garden Festival Disney promises that “creative new culinary dishes and several new outdoor kitchens will debut this year.” Among them, it’s been announced that AdventHealth will host an outdoor kitchen which will have a nearby playground “where the whole family can learn fun and interactive ways to stay healthy.” The 2019 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival will run from March 6 – June 3, 2019, and we can’t wait to bring you more information about what’s cooking at the Outdoor Kitchens this year soon! Ready to Plan for Your 2019 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival Trip? Pre-order the DFB Guide to the 2019 Epcot Flower & Garden Festival e-Book today! This 200+-page guide to the Festival offers insider tips and advice as well as all of the details you need to know to plan your best Festival visit ever. Your purchase includes several bonus items as well — including a full daily schedule of events at the Festival and a printable Outdoor Kitchens Booth Menu Checklist to carry with you as you Eat around the World! As soon as the DFB Guide to the 2019 Epcot Flower & Garden Festival is published you’ll receive an email with a link to download the new guide! Pre-order your 2019 edition today! Don’t miss a moment of the fun! Use code SPRING at check-out for a $2 off the cover price! Are you going to the 2019 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: 2019 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival Dates and Details Announced! NEW DFB GUIDE ALERT! Pre-Order the DFB Guide to the 2019 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival TODAY! Garden Rocks Concert Series Lineup and Dining Package Info for the 2019 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival! View the full article

Donald Duck and friends star in the Gran Fiesta Tour Starring The Three Caballeros attraction at Epcot. How well do you know this attraction? Put your knowledge to the test below! View the full article

On March 30, 2019, a new character breakfast will make its debut at Napa Rose in Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel in Disneyland Resort! Napa Rose Dining Room Disney Princess Breakfast Adventures will feature a three-course meal along with personal interactions and photo opportunities with Disney Princesses! The experience will also include a takeaway bag and themed activities which will highlight what makes Disney Princesses unique. Ariel Disney also shares that: “Guests will share a final fond farewell with a personal Princess portrait moment and enjoy a special keepsake to remember their unique Disney Princess experience.” The meal will include a Cold Starters course with items that kids and adults will enjoy such as Sunrise Citrus and Vanilla Bun with Raspberry Glaze, Assorted Fruit Slices and Berries and an Egg Custard Served in its Shell with Parmesan Crisp and Ketchup Caviar. Hot offerings for kids will include House Made Mac & Cheese, Mini Chicken & Princess Waffles and Beef Sliders. And for adults? Hot offerings will feature Shepherd’s Pie, Slow Braised Short Ribs and Pork Belly. Side items will consist of Roasted Seasonal Root Vegetables & Heirloom Potatoes, Artisan Breakfast Sausage, Bangers and more. And how about some dessert with breakfast? Chocolate Princess Cake Pops, White Chocolate Slipper with Strawberry Ganache, Petite Fruit Tarts and more will be among the options. Though Disney did not specify which Princesses will be in attendance, the official Disneyland Page for the experience pictures Ariel, Belle, Rapunzel, and Tiana among the images. However, please note, characters can always vary and are subject to change. Rapunzel Disney Princess Breakfast Adventures will be offered on Thursdays through Mondays between 8:00 AM and 12:00 PM. The price is $125 for both adults and children (tax and gratuity not included). Advance Reservations are now available online or by calling (714) 781-3463. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Would you like to dine among Princesses in Napa Rose? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: NEW! Mickey’s Tales of Adventure Breakfast Buffet at Storytellers Cafe at Disneyland’s Grand Californian News: Special Menus for New Year’s Eve in Disneyland Are Disneyland’s Corn Dog Nachos REALLY All That Great? View the full article

The “Get Your Ears On Celebration” is in full swing at Disneyland right now, celebrating 90 years of Mickey Mouse (and his gal Minnie) with specialty treats, special merchandise, and more! Get Your Ears On — A Mickey and Minnie Celebration ©Disney And now, there’s a new Get Your Ears On item that everyone is going to want – but only Annual Passholders can get! Starting this Friday, February 1, a brand new Steamboat Willie Balloon Premium Popcorn Bucket will be available to Annual Passholders at Disneyland and Disney California Adventure! Annual Passholder Popcorn Bucket ©Disney Annual Passholders can purchase this super cute Steamboat Willie Popcorn Bucket at popcorn carts in Disneyland or Disney California Adventure beginning this Friday while supplies last. Refills for the Steamboat Willie Popcorn Bucket will be available for just $1.00 through March 7, 2019. Note that the $1.00 refill is only good on popcorn buckets purchased on February 1 or after. Not an Annual Passholder? Don’t fret – check out the adorable Mickey and Minnie Popcorn Buckets that are also part of the celebration! Novelty Items If you’re making plans to pick up one of the Steamboat Willie Popcorn Buckets, here are a few things to remember: you’ll need to show your Annual Pass in order to get this popcorn bucket, there’s a limit of one per person per transaction, and they’re only available while supplies last. Check out ALL of our reviews and food photos from the Get Your Ears On Celebration! Are you making plans to buy this limited edition Steamboat Willie Popcorn Bucket? Let us know in the comments. Related posts: TWO DFB Exclusive Disneyland Resort “Get Your Ears On Celebration” Snack Checklists – Print Yours FREE Today! 2016 Disneyland Candy Cane Dates Announced! News: FULL BOOTH MENUS for 2017 Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival! View the full article

Put away those paddles and get out your forks and knives – White Water Snacks has reopened and is serving up fresh new bites for breakfast, lunch, and dinner! Located at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa at the Disneyland Resort, this white water rapids-inspired eatery serves up everything from Mickey waffles and buttermilk biscuits to Angus cheeseburgers and artisanal pizzas. In addition, the quick-service restaurant now offers mobile ordering through the Disneyland app, allowing you to maximize your time by ordering and paying ahead to skip the line! Start your morning off with a selection of classic breakfast dishes, such as the American Breakfast with eggs and bacon (or sausage!) or a warm Breakfast Burrito filled with scrambled eggs, tater bites, bacon, and cheese. The Smoked Salmon Bagel Sandwich is another option thats swam upstream to join the menu along with a few vegetarian options like Roasted Vegetable and Three-Cheese Quiches, Avocado Toast, and Egg White Scramble with spinach, asparagus, avocado, and roasted tomato. And for the kids? They’ll love the Breakfast Plate with turkey bacon, scrambled eggs, fruit, and tater bites. If you’re looking for a sweet start to your morning, you can indulge in a delectable breakfast pastry or a warm Belgian waffle topped with strawberries and chantilly cream. Buttermilk Biscuit French Toast also joins the menu with banana brûlée, toffee sauce, and bacon dust – YUM. For lunch and dinner, we’ve got new eats including a couple hearty bowls! The Poke Bowl comes with your choice of salmon, tuna, or tofu marinated in poke sauce and either steamed white rice or shredded lettuce red onions, pickled cucumber, edamame, avocado, green onion, and furikake. Then there’s the Rice Bowl with your choice of grilled beef, chicken, or tofu over steamed white rice and served with a vegetable egg roll, pickled cucumber, and a hard-boiled egg. If you’re looking for an on-the-go bite, you’ll love these handcrafted sandwiches. Try the Mortadella Sandwich with provolone cheese and cornichons on a pretzel roll, the Prosciutto, Lettuce, and Tomato Sandwich with burrata cheese on a French roll, or the Chicken Salad Curry Sandwich on a butter croissant. You can also chow down on a skewer – choose from Shawarma Chicken, Bulgogi Beef, or Mediterranean Vegetables. Artisanal pizzas are on the menu and come straight out of the pizza oven. Try the Margherita Pizza or the Pepperoni Pizza as well as unique pies like the Forest Mushroom Pizza with vegetarian sausage or the Charcuterie Pizza with pepperoni, prosciutto, salami, and fennel sausage. Other unique offerings include the Cali-Grilled Angus Cheeseburger with grilled asparagus-celery salad, spiced hollandaise, swiss cheese, and artichoke aïoli, Sustainable Fish Tacos with yuzu citrus slaw, and Chicken-Fried Brisket and Waffle with bbq sauce, pimento cheese spread, and housemade pickles. Kids can enjoy some yummy chicken breast or mini corn dog nuggets as well as a Parmesan-crusted Grilled Cheese and a PBJ & N Sandwich with peanut butter, jelly, and chocolate-hazelnut spread. All of these are served with either french fries or house-made chips. For dessert, sip on a classic Root Beer Float with vanilla ice cream and Chantilly cream, or try the seasonal crostata. White Water Snacks is open 6 a.m. – 9 p.m. for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Check out the full menu by visiting the Disneyland Resort website, and be sure to come on out and try one of these new dishes for yourself! No white water rafts or paddles required! View the full article

Disney has just announced the next V.I.Passholder Pop-Up event for Disney World Annual Passholders. Passholders should head to Disney’s Hollywood Studios on January 31, 2019 from 7:00 – 9:00 AM (yep, that’s before the park opens) to be among the first to purchase the new Minnie Donut Ears! Minnie Donut Ears and Cookie ©Disney Attendees will also be able to purchase an event-exclusive food item: the Minnie Donut Cookie! As always, be sure to bring your valid Annual Pass card and photo ID. And remember, your 20% Passholder discount will apply! Minnie Mouse Donut Ears in Disneyland @micechat The new Minnie Donut Ears are part of the new Disney D-Lish snacks line taking Disney Parks by storm. Check out more of the merchandise here! Don’t Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! The 2019 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is now available! 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 order your copy of the 2019 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2019 to save 25% today! Use code WDW2019 at check-out for a 25% off the cover price! Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Would you like to pick up a pair of Minnie Donut Ears? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: Disney World V.I.PASSHOLDER Perks for January Include Dining Discounts and More What’s New at Disney’s Hollywood Studios: March 14, 2018 What’s New in Disney’s Hollywood Studios: May 2, 2018 View the full article

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Disneyland Resort rings in the Year of the Pig for Lunar New Year at Disney California Adventure park, now through Feb. 17. Check out the festivities below: Throughout this multicultural celebration, experience exciting live entertainment and musical performances, including an enhanced “Mulan’s Lunar New Year Procession,” fun-filled arts and crafts, beautiful décor, delicious cuisine and themed merchandise for the whole family to enjoy. Even the Three Little Pigs join in the fun with a rare appearance! Are you planning to join us this year for Lunar New Year? View the full article

We just shared photos of the reusable bags which have arrived in both Disneyland and Disney California Adventure in Disneyland Resort. And today we’re taking a look at the bags which have arrived in Walt Disney World, specifically for Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Reusable Bag for Disney’s Hollywood Studios These park-specific bags arrived as part of Disney’s commitment to reducing single-use plastics around Disney destinations worldwide. They are available in the guest’s choice of size for a $1.00 – $2.00 price range. Reusable Bag for Disney’s Hollywood Studios The design for the Hollywood Studios bag also features tributes to the park entrance, Toy Story Land, and an AT-AT Walker… and a certain famous Mouse. Reusable Bag for Disney’s Hollywood Studios A couple of things to note: first, we visited Magic Kingdom today as well, where there were no signs of the reusable bags just yet. And we also want to share that the Disney Parks plastic bags — as of our visit today — were still available for guests. Click here to read more about Disney’s commitment to reducing single-use plastics in their parks and resorts in 2019. We’ll keep you updated on the latest! Stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog Newsletter. Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Don’t Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! The 2019 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is now available! 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 order your copy of the 2019 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2019 to save 25% today! Use code WDW2019 at check-out for a 25% off the cover price! Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What do you think of the park-specific reusable bags? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: News: BaseLine Tap House and Grand Avenue Opening This Fall in Hollywood Studios What’s New at Disney’s Hollywood Studios: March 14, 2018 What’s New in Disney’s Hollywood Studios: May 2, 2018 View the full article

The Animal Kingdom is celebrating the arrival of the Hakuna Matata Time Dance Party, but that isn’t all that’s going on here! New Lion King Photo Op in Animal Kingdom We spotted a new photo op, some new food options, and new merchandise on our latest visit to Animal Kingdom. Now we know what that construction wall was hiding next to Island Mercantile! In addition to being a part of the Hakuna Matata Time Dance Party you can find some Lion King characters Simba, Timon, and Pumba on Discovery Island ready for the perfect picture with you and your family or friends! New Lion King Photo Op in Animal Kingdom The Dawa Bar in Africa is helping you keep warm on “chilly” Florida days. You can choose from hot Mulled Wine or African Coffee here. African Coffee is also available at Tamu Tamu, but at Dawa Bar you can choose from a broader selection of liquors to make your coffee a spiked coffee. Dawa Bar Hot Drinks Menu If you’re looking for an ice-cold snack instead of Dawa Bar’s hot drinks, you can now get Chocolate, Vanilla, or Twist Flavored Soft-Serve Ice Cream in a Waffle Cone as well as Ice Cream Floats with your choice of fountain drink at Trilo-Bites in Dinoland. Trilo Bites Menu We seem to be finding additions to the D-lish line every time we visit a store! We spotted a new Disney Snack Slap Bracelet on this park visit. Disney Snacks Slap Bracelet Disney Snacks Slap Bracelet You gotta read this quote! “I’m just here for the snacks.” — Me! Love it! Disney Snacks Slap Bracelet What will you be trying on your next visit to the Animal Kingdom? 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 video Things WILL Be Different in Disney Parks in 2019! 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! 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 order your copy of the 2019 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2019 to save 25% today! Use code WDW2019 at check-out for a 25% off the cover price! Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Related posts: What’s New Around Walt Disney World: February 9, 2016 New Merch, Menus, and More in Disney World’s Animal Kingdom DFB Video: What’s NEW in Disney Parks This Week? View the full article