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In today’s Doodle, artist Ashley Taylor depicts Sally from Tim Burton’s “The Nightmare Before Christmas” gazing around Haunted Mansion Holiday at Disneyland park. “Sally is always in awe of holiday decorations,” Ashley said. “So it’s easy to imagine her marveling at the Haunted Mansion Holiday decor!” Our Disney Doodle series showcases Disney artists imagining what different Disney characters would do or see first if they could visit a Disney Park. View the full article

As November nears, that means we are one month closer to 2019 — and 2019 brings the launch of the Disney Skyliner system! We’ve been keeping you updated on the progress of the stations at Hollywood Studios and Epcot, and Disney teased us with a release of their fun facts video. This weekend we checked in on the progress of the Hollywood Studios Skyliner station as well as changes to the parking lot to accommodate the new car entrance to the park opening November 8th. Hollywood Studios Skyliner Station They are getting pretty close here! You can see the roof matches the style of the Hollywood Studios entrance gates. Are they even getting the ground ready for some new grass? You can definitely see this starting to take some real shape and look like the concept art below with the columns and roof shape. Hollywood Studios Skyliner Station Concept Art ©Disney The bus stops for the Disney Buses have been moved and are also being redesigned. The old bus station is completely demo-ed now. Hollywood Studios Old Bus Station Demo Hollywood Studios New Car Entrance and Parking Update On November 8 a new car entrance will open for Hollywood Studios. We can see they are getting ready with some updates to the parking lot. First up, we saw some newly repaved parking areas that look like they are ready to be used, but they were not in use when we were there. Newly Repaved Parking Lot Newly Repaved Parking Lot We also spotted some new road signs in the distance that we are guessing are for the new entrance. Hollywood Studios New Road Signs The walls are (finally) down in the parking area where a new overpass has been built. Hollywood Studios Parking Construction – New Overpass Hollywood Studios Parking Construction – New Overpass This is the view from the overpass. You can see the car entrance in this photo. Hollywood Studios Parking Construction Seeing all of this progress and changes gets us excited for all that is coming to this park in 2019 — especially Star Wars Land Galaxy’s Edge! Check out our NEW Ultimate Guide to Disney World’s Biggest Upcoming Changes video! When you’re done – check out all of our Videos on You Tube! 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 2018 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining, is now available! With more than 650 pages, the 2018 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 2018 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2018 to save 25% today! Use code WDW2018 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 Disney World’s Hollywood Studios: 10-19-18 Update: Skyliner Gondola Spotted in Hollywood Studios Station All the Updates and New Items in Disney World’s Hollywood Studios! View the full article

Production of ears remains in high gear for Walt Disney World. The trademark Disney headgear – a sartorial shout-out to Mickey Mouse since the 1950s -- is getting new variations, some of which can be seen at the revamped World of Disney store that officially debuted at Disney Springs last weekend. ... View the full article

Mackenzie Foy, who plays Clara in Walt Disney Studios’ upcoming fantasy adventure Disney’s “The Nutcracker and the Four Realms,” visited Walt Disney World Resort for the first time this past weekend. During her visit, Mackenzie celebrated the holidays at the resort with a photo in front of Cinderella Castle in Magic Kingdom Park and enjoyed some fun in Toy Story Land in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Stay tuned to the blog for more about her visit later this week. Based on E.T.A. Hoffmann’s classic tale and “The Nutcracker,” “The Nutcracker and the Four Realms” showcases the wondrous journey of Clara, who finds herself in the mystical world of the Four Realms, home to a host of eccentric characters and no shortage of surprises. See “The Nutcracker and the Four Realms” at Disney Springs AMC 24 when it opens this Friday, Nov. 2. View the full article

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Ralph Breaks the Internet hits movie theaters on November 21st. And soon, you’ll have the chance to meet Ralph and Vanellope von Schweetz in Disney Parks! Ralph and Vanellope ©Disney In Disneyland Resort, guests can find Ralph and Vanellope starting November 9th. They’ll be in Hollywood Land in Disney California Adventure. And in Walt Disney World, Ralph and Vanellope will be at Epcot starting November 21st. Guests can find them at Innoventions West to begin. Then, this winter, “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, thanks to that portal opening a window on the internet for Ralph and Vanellope to step through and say hello! 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! Would you like to meet Ralph and Vanellope? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: DFB’s Top 10 Disney Food News Stories of 2016 Enter to Win a Disney Prize Package During DFB’s Mickey March Giveaways! Valentine’s Day Treats in Disney World and Disneyland View the full article

The 2018 Wine and Dine Half Marathon Weekend at Walt Disney World is just days away, and with the races comes commemorative race merchandise to remember those magical miles! Read on to see what you can expect to find at the runDisney Health & Fitness Expo this weekend. 2018 Disney Wine and Dine Half Marathon Merchandise © Disney Merchandise for the Wine and Dine Half Marathon, Kids Races, 5k, 10k, and Two Course Challenge will be available at the Expo held at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex. 2018 Disney Wine and Dine Half Marathon Merchandise © Disney You’ll find apparel like t-shirts, long-sleeve tees, and running jackets. 2018 Disney Wine and Dine Half Marathon Merchandise © Disney Need a hat or headband to wear during your race? Thin headbands, thick headbands, and caps will be available. 2018 Disney Wine and Dine Half Marathon Merchandise © Disney You’re going to need to rehydrate after a race well run, and runDisney has you covered with Tervis Tumblers for cold beverages, hot beverages, and even wine! 2018 Disney Wine and Dine Half Marathon Merchandise © Disney Share your accomplishment with the world with a fun car magnet. 2018 Disney Wine and Dine Half Marathon Merchandise © Disney Choose from medal-style or themed pins for each race. The 5k medal is Lady and the Tramp themed, the 10k medal features Sebastian, the Half Marathon showcases Chef Mickey, and Lumiere is your host for the Two Course Challenge. 2018 Disney Wine and Dine Half Marathon Merchandise © Disney A cute youth ear hat starring Remy and Alfredo Linguine was specially designed for the runDisney Kids Races. 2018 Disney Wine and Dine Half Marathon Merchandise © Disney Not running this weekend? That’s ok – the runDisney Health and Fitness Expo is open to everyone! To get your special Wine & Dine merch, stop by during the following hours: Thursday, November 1, 2018: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM Friday, November 2, 2018: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM Saturday, November 3, 2018: 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM And after your run, you can head over to Epcot to treat yourself to more Food & Wine Festival fun! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Ready to Plan for Your 2018 Epcot Food and Wine Festival Trip? Order the DFB Guide to the 2018 Epcot Food & Wine Festival e-Book today! This 250+-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 World Showcase Booth Menu Checklist to carry with you as you Eat around the World! Order your 2018 edition today! Don’t miss a moment of the fun! Use code Chefs at check-out for a 20% off the cover price! Are you running this weekend? Let us know in the comments so we can cheer you on! Related posts: 2018 Epcot International Food & Wine Festival Tips: How Many Days Should I Plan to Attend? Tips From the DFB Guide: Do I Need Advance Dining Reservations During the Epcot Food and Wine Festival? 6 Must-Do Epcot Food and Wine Festival Travel Hacks! View the full article

Disney’s all-new animated adventure “Ralph Breaks the Internet” is coming to theaters November 21. To celebrate, Ralph and best friend Vanellope von Schweetz are once again venturing beyond Litwak’s arcade for special appearances in Disney Parks. Beginning November 9, Disneyland Resort guests will find Ralph and Vanellope in Hollywood Land at Disney California Adventure park. They’ll also be heading east to Walt Disney World Resort, where you’ll be able to meet them at Epcot, starting November 21 in Innoventions West. And a new experiment will soon be underway at the Imagination Institute, creating a portal into other dimensions. This winter, that portal opens a window on the internet for Ralph and Venellope to step through for regular encounters with Epcot guests in the ImageWorks area of the Imagination! pavilion. Who’s ready to see Ralph and Vanellope in Disney Parks and to check out their new movie, “Ralph Breaks the Internet,” this fall? View the full article

If there’s one sweet trend that’s still going strong, it’s over-the-top Milkshakes! Learn About: Beaches and Cream Disney World Restaurants You’ll find them around Disney World at spots like Planet Hollywood and the All Star Resorts, and even over at Universal Studios at The Toothsome Chocolate Emporium & Savory Feast Kitchen. But there are some new Milkshakes hot (or cold?!) off the presses at a place in Disney World that’s synonymous with ice cream greatness, and that’s Beaches & Cream at Disney’s Beach Club Resort! It’s always been a place well known for Sundaes like the famous Kitchen Sink. And a couple years ago, Beaches & Cream made its milkshake mark with an array of hard Shakes and Floats just for adults. But the shakes we’re checking out today are brand new on the scene. Now, when you hear that these new shakes come in Vanilla, Chocolate, and Strawberry, you may be wondering, “What’s the big deal?” Beaches and Cream Well, let us tell you. Better yet, let us SHOW you! New Beaches and Cream Shakes Ready to dig in? New Beaches and Cream Shakes (By the way, these come with large paper straws, but you’ll definitely want to grab a spoon, too. And maybe a fork, while you’re at it!) The Mickey Confetti Vanilla Shake is packed to the plastic souvenir cup’s brim (yes, you get to keep it!) with rich vanilla ice creamy goodness. Mickey Confetti Vanilla Shake It’s topped with an entire funfetti cupcake which is further topped with frosting and a chocolate Mickey balloon! Mickey Confetti Vanilla Shake Colorful sprinkles line the rim. Mickey Confetti Vanilla Shake There are no additional add-ins within the milkshake itself — with the vanilla or the ones you’re about to see. Just simple classic shakes within the jar-style cups. Mickey Confetti Vanilla Shake The Chocolate Brownie Shake — like the Chocolate Lovers Kitchen Sink — is for serious chocoholics only. Chocolate Brownie Shake The chocolate shake comes in a cup that’s further lined with chocolate sauce with a chocolate sprinkle rim. Chocolate Brownie Shake Chocolate Brownie Shake A large (and noticeably soft and fresh) chocolate brownie and individual chocolate pieces more than peek out of the top — they take it over! Chocolate Brownie Shake But we’ve saved perhaps the cutest for last. For our favorite Mouse who loves her reds and pinks, it’s the Strawberry Minnie Shake! Minnie Strawberry Shake Strawberry sauce lines the strawberry shake-filled cup with a full-sized cupcake topping the drink. Minnie Strawberry Shake And, as you can see, it’s not just any cupcake… Minnie Strawberry Shake It’s a Minnie Mouse cupcake! The chocolate base comes topped with really yummy strawberry frosting, dotted with tiny strawberry bits throughout. Oreo cookies make up Minnie’s ears and a chocolate piece provides her signature polka dot bow. Minnie Strawberry Shake It’s worth noting that the cookies themselves were a little soft, possibly from the ingredients being prepared in advance. The new Shakes are $14 each, including the cup (which, by the way, are actually double-sided and printed — they’re not just sticker decals). Mickey Confetti Vanilla Shake Oh, and just FYI, these have not taken the place of the Boozy Shakes on the menu. Beaches and Cream Menu Those are still available, too! Adult Shakes and Floats at Beaches & Cream One more thing: note that these shakes are only available when you sit down inside Beaches and Cream with an Advance Dining Reservation or as a walk-in. They are not available at the To Go window — at least, not currently. So, get ready to grab a table or a seat at that Beaches and Cream Counter… Beaches and Cream Beaches and Cream … and dig into their latest ice cream creations! New Beaches and Cream Shakes 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. Will you be trying the new shakes at Beaches and Cream? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: WHAT?!??!?!?: New Adult Beverage and Hard Floats Menu at Beaches & Cream Soda Shop News: Specialty French Fries at Beaches and Cream in Disney’s Beach Club Resort What’s New Around Walt Disney World: December 20, 2016 View the full article

Has Johnny Depp seen his last pirate ship? The movie star has reportedly been dropped from Disney’s popular “Pirates of the Caribbean” film franchise. The actor, who grew up in Miramar, had a starring role as the flamboyant Captain Jack Sparrow in five of the blockbuster pirate films since 2003. ... View the full article

The place to go for food that reflects the many cooking traditions of Mexico is Frontera Cocina, a table service restaurant located in Walt Disney World’s Disney Springs. And the mantra of the restaurant’s owner and leader, Chef Rick Bayless, is all about seasonality and respect for Mexican ingredients, methods, and food culture. Frontera Cocina That’s why you’ll find that the menu at Frontera Cocina changes with some regularity, reflecting both the season and the vibrancy of Mexican food. Chef Bayless is world-renowned for his cooking, which he has shared on his show, Mexico: One Plate at a Time and Top Chef Masters. And if you’ve had the pleasure of hearing him talk about cuisine on these programs or podcasts over the years, you already know how much he cares about his craft. Chef Rick Bayless And so it was great to see the chef out and about in his Disney Springs restaurant during a media preview for Frontera Cocina’s new seasonal menu and Taste of Oaxaca menu. Also on hand were entertainers who will be at the restaurant from time to time through early November to celebrate Dia de los Muertos. Live Entertainment We were invited to preview the new menus, and we were thrilled to have an excuse to return to Frontera Cocina. Our first visit was a hit, so our expectations were high. First up was the Taste of Oaxaca. Taste of Oaxaca at Frontera Cocina We started with three Featured Drinks, each unique and using ingredients specially curated for quality and impact. The Oaxaca Daiquiri was our favorite drink of the night, crafted as it was with a genuinely unique rum. (More on that in a moment!) Oaxaca Daiquiri Aside from the delicious Paranubes Oaxacan rum, the Daiquiri is comprised of banana, guanabana liquor, and agave nectar. It’s served frozen with a brown sugar-chia seed rim. Oaxaca Daiquiri This unusual rim was delicious with the sweetness of the drink. But this one is strong… and tastes potent. On the other hand, the fruitiness was so delicious, you might get over the strength of the alcohol even if that taste isn’t typically your preference. Oaxaca Daiquiri One ingredient behind the Oaxaca Daiquiri’s delicious uniqueness is the Paranubes Rum, which is derived from plantains. It’s that custom flavor which drives the drink. Oaxaca Daiquiri Rum Our server brought us a shot of the rum so we could sample it on its own, and we have to say, we’ve never tasted anything like it — in a good way! Oaxaca Daiquiri Rum The Mezcalita is Banhez mezcal, Ancho Reyes liquor, orange juice, and chocolate bitters. It’s a lovely color, owing to the orange juice. Mezcalita This drink is a delightful, balanced combination of smoky mezcal and sweet orange. And while the chocolate bitters add an unexpected element, it’s more of an aftertaste. The Mezcalita was the least memorable of the drinks, but it’s also the least intimidating (read: strong!) of the three drinks we tried. Mezcalita We also enjoyed the Mexican Chocolate Martini, which basically tasted like Christmas in a glass. Comprised of Montelobos mezcal, chocolate liqueur, and Avión espresso tequila liqueur, this is a strong drink that’s easy (a little too easy, maybe!) to drink. And that rim: it tastes like cocoa and brown sugar. Totally tasty. Mexican Chocolate Martini Food at Frontera has always been solid, and thankfully, the Taste of Oaxaca carries forth that tradition. We started with an updated version of guacamole — Guacamole with Chile Lime Chapulines. Guacamole with Chile Lime Chapulines As ever the chips were a great base for the fresh, flavorful guac. And unlike some Mexican restaurants, these aren’t greasy and unnecessarily heavy. Guacamole with Chile Lime Chapulines If you were wondering what chapulines are, they’re grasshoppers. Yep. Chef Bayless doesn’t include insects for shock value, though; rather his intention is to celebrate the cuisine of Oaxaca, where grasshoppers are a popular ingredient to provide texture and protein. And in our experience, it’s really the texture that the chapulines provide, rather than a powerful flavor. Guacamole with Chile Lime Chapulines Along with the guac and chips come the restaurant’s two classic salsas: chipotle and salsa verde. We always ask to keep them for the entree round, where we manage to eat every drop. Salsas Salsas Salsas Entrees for the Taste of Oaxaca are a highlight, starting with the rich Roasted Bone-In Beef Shortrib. Roasted Bone In Beef Short Ribs Served with Cotija mashed potatoes, sauteed Swiss chard, crispy onions, and toasted peanuts, the shortrib is roasted for 12 hours! Frontera Concina is doin’ it right, y’all! Roasted Bone In Beef Short Ribs The Cotija mashed potatoes were the big stand-out. The were rich and creamy without being heavy, and they were spot-on perfect with the beef. (These are also available as a side order on the regular menu, so don’t miss these!) Roasted Bone In Beef Short Ribs The play of textures is fantastic here. We loved the simple fried onions, which added a lot of visual interest as well as flavor. Something about onions and beef just works. Roasted Bone In Beef Short Ribs The dish is enhanced by a roasted peanut mole, which is as complex as you’d expect! Roasted Bone In Beef Short Ribs The peanuts are a surprising addition — and they’re here in two forms: toasted as a garnish and roasted in the mole. But they work really well, both adding to the dish rather than overwhelming it. Roasted Bone In Beef Short Ribs Did we mention the shortrib is roasted for TWELVE HOURS? Totally worth it when you see how fork-tender and pleasant the meat is. Our server told us this dish is the culinary team’s favorite, and we can totally see why! Roasted Bone In Beef Short Ribs The next entree, though, was our favorite. Oaxacan Mole Chicken. It’s gorgeous to look at, with the dark, developed Oaxacan red mole making a major statement. Oaxacan Mole Chicken The simplicity of the basic components here are a foil to the complex, highly-finessed mole, which you can bet was cooked over several hours. The base of the dish is plantain rice. This is helpful because you’re going to want to eat every drop of mole, and the rice will catch a lot of it for ya. Oaxacan Mole Chicken The plantains are soft and fruity, which works with the various notes in the mole. Oaxacan Mole Chicken The protein is a crispy half chicken, bone-in. It remains moist, with delicious skin. Oaxacan Mole Chicken And with the mole cascading over it, this is the kind of soul-warming dish you want to dig into with your hands. Oaxacan Mole Chicken The red mole is set off by garnishes of sesame seeds and cilantro. The light seeds, in particular, show you just how dense the color of that mole is. Something that rich in color can’t be bad. It’s a food rule (that we just made up). Oaxacan Mole Chicken And to top it all off, you also receive warm corn tortillas, a vessel for capturing the perfect bite every time. Oaxacan Mole Chicken The Taste of Oaxaca ends with a delicious dessert — the best of the two we tried during our visit: the Bunuelitos. Bunuelitos Simply said, this dessert has every component of texture and taste that you want in a dessert: crispy and creamy, sweet and salty, cinnamon and chocolate. (Okay, those last two might be diner-specific, but you get it.) Bunuelitos Bunuelitos consists of crispy flour tortillas, cajeta-caramel mousse, red wine drizzle, raw sugar, Mexican cinnamon, dark chocolate shavings, mezcal-infused dried cranberries, and roasted almonds. It sounds like a lot, right? But it turns out, it’s just right. Like just right. Bunuelitos The chocolate, cranberries, and nuts sprinkled atop the freshly-fried tortilla make their way into every bite. Bunuelitos And when we tell you the cajeta-caramel mousse with goats milk was rich, thick, and yummy, just know that we wish we had more words, but this mousse transcended them all. Our advice: try to save room for this. You’ll be doing yourself a favor. Bunuelitos But, y’all, we didn’t stop after this. We had a whole new seasonal menu left to try, and it did not disappoint. Seasonal Menu at Frontera Cocina Thank goodness we started with something light — although the Frontera Harvest Salad is in no way light on flavor or creativity. Frontera Harvest Salad As salads go, this was one of the finest we’ve tried. The peppery arugula and shaved Brussels sprouts are an awesome combination of greens, and they’re tossed with fabulous toppings like goats cheese, mezcal-infused cranberries, bacon, and pomegranate seeds. This is all carefully dressed with cilantro-serrano vinaigrette. Frontera Harvest Salad There’s nothing heavy about this salad, but the creamy goats cheese helps to make it feel like a meal. And with the combination of outstanding flavors and textures, you don’t miss having a meat at all. Vegetarians unite for this one! Frontera Harvest Salad Seriously, you can tell that so much love went into the Frontera Harvest Salad, and when we told Chef Bayless how much we enjoyed it, you could tell he and his team really put their hearts into this one. It’s in no way a throwaway dish simply added for the vegetarians; it’s a winner for any diner. Frontera Harvest Salad The only fish option of the meal was the Herby-Spicy Grilled Swordfish. And it’s another terrific choice! Herby Spicy Grilled Swordfish The swordfish itself is beautifully grilled, with prominent grill marks. Herby Spicy Grilled Swordfish The swordfish is thick and juicy — perfectly cooked. The char from the grill gives it the distinctive grilled flavor, too. Herby Spicy Grilled Swordfish The Herby-Spicy of this dish is in the sauce that tops the fish. It’s packed with flavor with a nice saltiness as well. We hit on lots of garlic and pepper, but there’s a great balance of spices in it. Herby Spicy Grilled Swordfish The base of the dish is plantain rice, which, again, serves the purpose of absorbing the sauces and juices from the protein. There’s also some Swiss chard under there — and it’s yummy. Herby Spicy Grilled Swordfish The cilantro-serrano aioli is a delicious addition, although the fish doesn’t necessarily need it. Still, there’s some nice herbaceousness in there. Herby Spicy Grilled Swordfish You get a wedge of lime, too. That acid can cut through the savory fish. Herby Spicy Grilled Swordfish Chile Roasted Cauliflower Gratinado is a good side dish but the least memorable of all the food we tried. The sauce is tomato-based and overpowered the cauliflower — which isn’t entirely surprising. Chile Roasted Cauliflower Gratinado It’s comprised of interesting components: golden raisins, toasted sesame seeds, and crunchy Cotija cheese. And the topping is texturally satisfying. But overall, it’s a little washed out. Chili Roasted Cauliflower Gratinado Dessert on the seasonal menu is terrific — even in the shadow of the outstanding Bunuelitos. The Spiced Pumpkin Tart is basically the definition of seasonal, with its graham cracker tart crust, pumpkin espuma, whipped cajeta cream, and candied spiced pumpkin seeds. Pumpkin Cream Tart We loved this — truly. It’s pumpkin done in a thoughtful way, lightened up as an espuma — essentially a foam — but rich due to the whipped cajeta cream. Overall, it’s really satisfying and tasty. Pumpkin Cream Tart What can we say about Frontera that we haven’t already? Frontera Cocina never fails to deliver creative and intelligent food that’s full of soul, and it’s absolutely worth a try for fans of Mexican food… and just great food, in general! 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. Have you been to Frontera Cocina? Let us know what you thought about your experience! Disclosure: In nearly all circumstances, Disney Food Blog writers and photographers pay full price for their own travel, hotel, food, beverage, and event tickets. We do this because it’s important to us as journalists to ensure not only that we give you unbiased opinions, but also that you can trust us to do so since we’re paying our own way. On rare occasions, when we are invited by a company to attend a preview as media, and when we choose to accept that invitation, we will always make you, our readers, aware of that situation. Today, we were invited by Frontera Cocina to attend their media preview for their new menus. Note that when we attend events as media we are 1) Not required to review that event/food on any of our channels, and 2) Not required to review that event/food favorably. You can always count on DFB to give you a 100% unbiased and honest review of any event that we attend, food that we eat, or beverage that we drink. You can see more in our Disclosure Policy. Thank you for reading. — AJ Related posts: Disney World Splitsville Cast Member Special Offers 25 Can’t-Miss Experiences to Celebrate the Holidays at Walt Disney World This Year! The Five Best Table Service Salads at Walt Disney World (According To The Experts!) View the full article

We’re starting the new week with another DFB Video today, and we’re talking about the things Disney Cast Members wish you knew before you come to Disney World! Advice from Cast Members can help make your trip even more magical! After all, who knows how Disney World works better than the terrific Cast Members who work there? We reached out to Disney World Cast Members and asked what they wish guests knew before visiting Walt Disney World, and they had lots of great advice to share. So today we’re passing their thoughts on to you 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: Have you had an extra magical moment thanks to a Cast Member? Related posts: DFB Video: How to OUTSMART the Crowds in Disney World DFB Video: Things Most People Don’t Know About Walt Disney World DFB Video: 19 Things You Didn’t Know You Could Do at Disney World View the full article

Travel throughout the Walt Disney World Resort has never been easier, thanks to Minnie Van Service! With one click on your phone, your Minnie Van can take you from a Walt Disney World Resort hotel to any theme park location, other resorts and even Disney Springs! Of course, once you have enjoyed your time at your desired destination, just click on the app and your Minnie Van will arrive to take you back to where you started! To learn more, join Disney Parks Moms Panelist, Emillie, as she shows us just how magical Minnie Van Service can be on your next Walt Disney World Resort vacation. For more information on Minnie Van Service or questions about planning your next Disney vacation, visit DisneyParksMomsPanel.com for a personalized answer from one of our knowledgeable panelists. View the full article

A Disney-themed house with two Mickey Mouse-shaped pools is up for sale in Palm Bay. The 7,029-square-foot, five-bedroom, six-bathroom house sits on just over 8 acres west of Interstate 95 in the southern Brevard County city. Listed for $849,000, the property features the two pools shaped like... View the full article

Sprinkles Cupcakes all over the country — including at Walt Disney World’s Disney Springs and Disneyland’s Downtown Disney — have been celebrating Halloween all month long, and they’ve got a returning favorite for you now! Through Halloween on October 31, Sprinkles is bringing back the absolutely indulgent Black Velvet Cupcake. Black Velvet Yeah, that chocolate action is perfect for the holiday even without candy! Black Velvet Sprinkles calls the Black Velvet their “deepest, darkest, most chocolatey cake”, and as far as we’re concerned, all chocolate cake should be crafted to meet that description. Black Velvet Of course, the Black Velvet must be topped with something equally decadent — and that’s where the whipped chocolate ganache comes to play. It’s just as rich as you’d imagine! Kids, you can keep your candy; mom and dad want one of these instead! Black Velvet But if you’re a candy fan and want to see which of the Candy Series cupcakes the Sprinkles fans voted to return on 10/31, you’ll want to follow Sprinkles’ Instagram to find out (or pop into a Sprinkles on Halloween)! Annnnnnd you’re almost out of time to buy a Cuppy the Good Advice Cupcake, for which Sprinkles will donate to the National Breast Cancer Foundation! Get your hands on Cuppy through the end of October! Cuppy! Want to be in the know when Disney food news breaks? Sign up for the DFB Newsletter, and you’ll never miss a tasty morsel of news again! What candy would YOU like to see on a Sprinkles Cupcake? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: Sprinkles Cupcakes Commemorates Breast Cancer Awareness Month By Donating Proceeds From Specialty Cupcakes Black Velvet Anniversary Cupcakes at Disney Sprinkles Locations — SEE WHAT’S INSIDE! Nerds Cupcake Available for a Limited Time at Disney Sprinkles Cupcakes Locations! View the full article

If you love Chip from Beauty and the Beast we spotted the perfect dress for you in Disney Springs’ The Dress Shop at Cherry Tree Lane! This is dress is almost as adorable as the little tea cup is himself! Chip Dress There he is on the skirt smiling out at us! And, that’s not all… Mrs. Potts makes a special appearance on the ribbon of the dress in the back! And that still isn’t all for awesome details on this dress! Mrs. Potts on Chip Dress ©Disney For devoted fans of Beauty and the Beast you’ll recognize the signature pattern and colors of the china on the dress in the details. Chip Dress This dress has it all to be a very fashionable tribute to a classic film! You can pick this up at the Dress Shop in Disney Springs, or at ShopDisney.com. The Chip dress joins the Dole Whip dress, Minnie and Figaro dress and many more in this growing and popular line. Which dress do you have? Check out our NEW 6 Secret Disney Dining Deals! When you’re done – check out all of our Videos on You Tube! 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 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. Pre-order The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2018 and get the 2017 edition as a free, instant download! 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 Pre-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 FOOD CHALLENGE! Can You Eat All 19 Of Our Favorite Mickey-Shaped Foods?!? 25 Can’t-Miss Experiences to Celebrate the Holidays at Walt Disney World This Year! Dole Whip Dress Debuts in Disney Parks! View the full article

Happy weekend! Here’s all the Disney food news this week! The Bell Burger There’s just a few weeks left for the 2018 Epcot Food and Wine Festival! Find out EVERYTHING you need to know about the festival on our Epcot Food and Wine Festival pages! PLUS – check out our BEST OF THE FEST! TOY STORY LAND IS OPEN at Disney’s Hollywood Studios!!! Click here to see ALL of our coverage!! Halloween Time is happening for a just a little bit longer at Disneyland and we have details on ALL THE FOOD! And it’s time to get the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining 2018 e-book! Save 25% now with code wdw2018! We have a lot to share with you this week, so let’s jump right in… Disney Food News The World of Disney has reopened in Disney Springs! We reviewed the 2018 Swan and Dolphin Food and Wine Classic! Check out what celebrity designer is judging the costume contest at The Edison’s Halloween Soiree. Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto debuts a new and updated Nautilus. We reviewed lunch AND a new secret menu item at the Liberty Tree Tavern. Check out the new Haunted Mansion Donut in Disneyland. We shared a great tip from the DFB Guide about making dining reservations. Check out the new holiday party coming to Tony’s Town Square in the Magic Kingdom! Breakfast Poutine was back at The Daily Poutine for a limited time. Advance Dining Reservations for breakfast at The Plaza Restaurant have been extended. The menus have been announced for the Epcot Festival of the Holidays! Check out the new car entrance opening soon at Hollywood Studios. We checked out what’s NEW at the Magic Kingdom – including new eats! Orange Bird Mousse has arrived at Amorette’s Patisserie in Disney Springs! Check out the new outfits for Mickey and Minnie celebrating Mickey’s 90th. We reviewed Coral Reef at Epcot’s the Seas Pavilion. We spotted new Harvey’s totes celebrating the 25th anniversary of The Nightmare Before Christmas! You need to check out these two new Halloween treats in Disneyland. These new Disney journals are must-have merchandise. We have details on where you’ll find the Jumbo Pretzel with Beer Cheese and the Magic Kingdom. Check out two new Tables in Wonderland experiences at the Contemporary. We have details on all the dining packages and dessert parties at Disneyland. Celebrate Mickey’s 90th birthday with specialty desserts at the Disney Parks. Disneyland is serving up a Churro Sundae with Cookie Butter Sauce for Halloween Time! Check out the Sorcerers of the Magic Kingdom card for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party. We shared the best holiday planning guide for Disney World. We reviewed drink and eats at the Restaurantosaurus Lounge at the Animal Kingdom! We shared a money saving food hack for Disneyland. New DFB YouTube videos: 6 Secret Disney Dining Deals, What Happens When Things Go Wrong at Disney World, What to Do on Your Disney World Resort Day, and Disney World Early Morning Magic Review. Check out all the latest Disney Food News — even the stuff we don’t mention in posts on the blog! — on our Disney Food News Pin Board, including menu updates, restaurant closures, special events, and more! We’ve got all the latest for you, so check it out before you go. New DFB Video — What Happens When Things Go Wrong at Disney World Have you subscribed to the DFB YouTube Channel? We’ve got FOUR brand new videos EVERY WEEK showcasing our adventures in Disney World and Disneyland! This week, we’re sharing our latest video — check it out — What Happens When Things Go Wrong at Disney World — and don’t forget to subscribe here.  Deal of the Week: Pre-Order the DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World Holidays 2018 It’s hard to believe that the holidays are JUST around the corner! (But they totally are. You DO realize, that, right?) Now is the perfect time to get started on all things Disney + Holidays by pre-ordering the DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2018 e-Book! We’ve been busy as elves updating the 2018 guide with all the latest holiday tips and brand new info you NEED to know before you hit the parks and resorts this November, December, and January! Use code Peppermint to get 20% off the pre-order of the DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World Holidays 2018! We cover EVERYTHING in this one — not just food! With over 300 pages of detailed information, over 300 color photos, and multiple bonus extras, this e-book WILL save you time and money during the busiest season in Walt Disney World! The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World Holidays 2018 e-Book provides you with all the info you need to know before you head to Walt Disney World for the holiday season. The fully-updated 2018 edition includes: Detailed descriptions and photos of every holiday event and activity happening at the parks and resorts this year — including tips on how to make the best use of your time and money when visiting! A full chapter dedicated to all “New for 2018” events, dining options, and activities, including what’s new at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, Hollywood Studios’ Sunset Seasons Greetings, Epcot’s Festival of the Holidays, and more! A fully comprehensive holiday dining section with listings of holiday snacks, treats, meals, and menu items offered this year — from popcorn kiosks all the way to Signature Restaurants. Updated chapter on where to dine with no advance dining reservations. Updated chapter on 10 must-eat snacks this holiday season. A clickable 3-Month Schedule of Holiday Events so you can see at-a-glance what looks interesting to you. Comprehensive listings — with color photos! — of Disney Resort holiday decor and gingerbread displays Our recommendations on ways to SAVE while you’re in Disney World this holiday season. Updated Scavenger Hunts for every theme park A Preview of the 2019 Holidays in Disney World And more! And when you pre-order it now, you’ll save 20% with promo code PEPPERMINT AND get the 2017 guide immediately, for FREE! We’ll send the 2018 guide as soon as it’s published this fall! Remember, with a 100% money-back guarantee on all of our guides, you have nothing to lose! Visit the DFB Store today and use promo code Peppermint to get 20% off the DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World Holidays 2018! DFB Reader Finds If you find a fun new food — or other edible awesomeness — in or around Disney, share a photo with us on facebook or twitter so we can add it to our DFB Reader Finds each Sunday. We love sharing tips with our readers here on DFB and Robert Clayton tweeted us this week to let us know that “Without you we wouldn’t even know where to start with food options.” Happy to help! ;-D Do you have a favorite Disney Food find? Share your photos with us! On to the Round-Up! Mickey Fix shared this must-have Mickey Mouse Slow Cooker Set! WDW for Grownups shared details the Boardwalk Pizza Window. Oh My Disney shared their love of the Oogie Boogie Popcorn Bucket! Disney Family shared a Halloween recipe for Evil Queen Apple Pies! Don’t Miss ANY Disney Food News! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Related posts: Disney Food News This Week: August 12, 2018 Disney Food News This Week: New Eats, Holiday News, and MORE! Disney World Mac and Cheese Gallery View the full article

If you’re looking for a magical way to celebrate the holiday season, we kicked off the week with an update that you can now book this year’s Ultimate Disney Christmastime Package. Guests who purchase this package will enjoy a five-night stay at a select Disney Moderate, Disney Deluxe or Disney Deluxe Villa Resort hotel (checking in on Dec. 17 and checking out on Dec. 22, 2018), 4-day theme park tickets with Park Hopper Option and some exclusive experiences at Walt Disney World Resort during their stay. Check out our original Ultimate Disney Christmastime Package story for a detailed look at the experiences included in the holiday package. You can book today by calling 407-939-7723. And Disney Parks Blog readers were among the first to see the fancy fashions Mickey and Minnie will wear as Disney parks around the world celebrate 90 years of Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse with special surprises and events. The new outfits will be seen at Walt Disney World Resort in “Move It! Shake It! MousekeDance It! Street Party,” opening January 18 during Mickey & Minnie’s Surprise Celebration at Magic Kingdom Park – a limited-time celebration that will include new entertainment, merchandise and specialty food and beverage. Visit our original First Look: Mickey & Minnie’s New Celebration Outfits story for details and to learn where else the new outfits can be seen around the world. Here are some of the other stories we worked on this week. World of Disney Reopens in Grand Style in the Downtown Disney District at the Disneyland Resort – Sprinkled with pixie dust, magical moments and eye-catching collections, the World of Disney store is officially open in the Downtown Disney District at the Disneyland Resort and at Disney Springs in Walt Disney World Resort! Foodie Guide to Epcot International Festival of the Holidays 2018 – With 12 Holiday Kitchens as well as additional locations throughout the park, there are deliciously festive dishes around every corner! New Entrance for Autos at Disney’s Hollywood Studios Opens Nov. 8; Continues Park’s Arrival Experience Transformation – Take note, a new entrance for vehicles at Disney’s Hollywood Studios is opening on November 8, 2018, changing how guests arrive and access parking at the theme park. All in the Details: Behind The Haunted Mansion’s Tombstones – In this week’s video, shared by Walt Disney Imagineering, we hear how many of these tombstones pay tribute to famous Disney Legends and Imagineers who helped create the attraction to life years ago. Six Not-to-Miss Halloween Time Experiences at the Disneyland Resort – With only a few days to go until Halloween, you still have an opportunity to experience Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort. Enjoy seasonal food, characters, attractions and more! Sneak a Peek at this Year’s Very Merry Sorcerers of the Magic Kingdom Card – Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party returns to Magic Kingdom Park November 8, and this year Sorcerers of the Magic Kingdom fans can pick up a special game card inspired by Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room on party nights. View the full article

Have you been waiting for the new Kate Spade New York Disney Parks Collection to arrive at Walt Disney World? You’re in luck, because it’s here! Come along with us to explore each of these sparkly new designs. Kate Spade New York Disney Parks Collection This all-new Kate Spade Disney Parks Collection is currently available at Ever After Jewelry Co. at Disney Springs. Expect it to pop up throughout Walt Disney World in the coming days, too! Kate Spade New York Disney Parks Collection There are two main styles within the collection: a large canvas tote and a small canvas clutch. Kate Spade New York Disney Parks Collection The clutches are priced at $108 each, and the totes are $218 each. Kate Spade New York Disney Parks Collection The best part? Each design features a classic Walt Disney quote, and some even have a glittery base. Kate Spade New York Disney Parks Collection All you need is a little faith, trust, and pixie dust. Aww. Notice the little sparkle? Kate Spade New York Disney Parks Collection Imagination as no age. ACCURATE. That not-so-hidden Mickey is adorable, too. Kate Spade New York Disney Parks Collection Who says we have to grow up? Good question. Kate Spade New York Disney Parks Collection We have made the fairytale fashionable again. How very apropos, Uncle Walt… . Kate Spade New York Disney Parks Collection Find the new Kate Spade New York Disney Parks Collection at Ever After Jewelry Co. at the Town Center section of Disney Springs. As we see items from collection arrive in other areas of the parks, we’ll keep you posted! These bags are park exclusives, though, so you won’t find them outside of Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort. Ever After Jewelry Company at Disney Springs Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Your turn: What do you think about the collection, and which quote is your favorite? Related posts: Haunted Mansion and it’s a small world Spirit Jerseys Finally Spotted in Disney World! 25 Can’t-Miss Experiences to Celebrate the Holidays at Walt Disney World This Year! Wanna See What’s INSIDE a Pinata from The Ganachery in Disney World’s Disney Springs? View the full article

While we were in Disney Springs celebrating the re-opening of the World of Disney store, and finding attraction spirit jerseys we stopped at Starbucks to try out their limited-time Witch’s Brew Crème Frappuccino. Starbucks Witch’s Brew Crème Frappuccino Witch’s Brew is this Halloween’s specialty, limited-time/until supplies last, Frappuccino following in the footsteps of last year’s Zombie Frappuccino and other limited time Frapps like the Unicorn and Mermaid. Starbucks describes this as a blend of Toad’s Breath (the purple), a swirl of Bat Warts (the chia seeds), and a dusting of lizard scale powder (the green sugar sprinkled on the whipped cream). Right off the bat (pun intended), our Brew was light on the “Lizard Scale” — can you see it in this picture? We promise it is there! Starbucks Witch’s Brew Crème Frappuccino Now for the all-important taste — according to Starbucks it is supposed to taste like the Orange Crème Frappuccino. We were disappointed by this. It tasted like a watered down Orange Creamsicle from our childhood, but with a really gooey texture. The gooey texture came from the chia seeds, which didn’t add to the taste, but really subtracted from the experience for us. Starbucks Witch’s Brew Crème Frappuccino This is great for a fun Halloween or Insta picture, but if you’re looking for something that is a better flavor experience we’d say pick a different Frapp off the menu. Plus, the $5.95 price tag for a grande size made us question the value of the entire experience — even if we got great pictures and enjoyed eating the whipped cream! This Frapp is only around for a limited time, or until supplies last. Have you been spellbound by this Brew? Let us know in the comments! And don’t forget to check out our NEW 6 Secret Disney Dining Deals! When you’re done – check out all of our Videos on You Tube! 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 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. Pre-order The DFB Guide to the Walt Disney World® Holidays 2018 and get the 2017 edition as a free, instant download! 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 Pre-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 Disney Springs! August 10, 2018 Review: Disney Halloween Cupcake and the Starbucks Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffin at Main Street Bakery What’s New in Disney Springs at Walt Disney World: May 7, 2018 View the full article

It’s HALLOWEEN TIME! And we’re so excited about this spook-tacular time of year that we wanted to offer you a little something extra — and it’s way more TREAT than trick! We’re having a big Halloween SALE at the DFB Store! For a limited time only, save 31% off of EVERYTHING in the DFB Store. Just use promo code SPOOKY and watch the savings appear right before your eyes! Our sale includes all of the DFB Guides that you’ve come to know, love, and trust to bring you the very best, most up to date, and most relevant coverage of Disney Food available anywhere! Pre-Order 2019 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-Book Our DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining, our original Guide, is fully updated for 2019 and covers it all! We take you to every park, every resort, and every single restaurant, lounge, and kiosk as we share with you our latest reviews, tips, advice, and photos of all the food you can enjoy across Walt Disney World. Pre-order this guide today and get the updated 2018 guide FREE as an immediate download! Pre-order the 2109 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining It doesn’t end there, though. We also have fantastic tricks and insider info to save you time, money, and hassle as you plan your next Walt Disney World visit. BUNDLE for Savings! Scoop up these special savings on EVERY bundle that we offer. Our bundles are already SUPER discounted, so with the Halloween discount of 31% off with promo code SPOOKY, you get extra savings off of an already hugely discounted product! What a TREAT! Looking for the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining but want to know about the best snacks, too? Then check our our DFB Guide + Snacks Bundle! Looking for ALL of our DFB Guides in ONE bundle? Then you’ll want to check out our Everything Bundle! And Remember…the Holiday Season is Just Around the Corner! Headed to Disney this holiday season — you can use the sale to pre-order the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Holidays — and get the 2017 version of the Guide for free as an immediate download! But HURRY! These savings won’t be offered for long! So don’t miss your chance to save time and money planning your next Disney World trip with our complete line of DFB Guide e-books! Just use promo code SPOOKY and get 31% off EVERY DFB Guide in the DFB Store! With your satisfaction guaranteed (yep — love it, or you get your money back!) on all of our DFB Guides, you have nothing to lose! As always, we thank you for your support of the Disney Food Blog! We couldn’t do this without all of you! Related posts: Today is THE Day to Start Planning Your Next Disney Vacation with A HUGE Sale on the DFB Everything Bundle! Celebrate Daylight Savings This Weekend With…MORE SAVINGS! Start Planning Your Next Disney Vacation with A BIG Sale on the DFB Everything Bundle! View the full article

Today’s was a big day in Walt Disney World’s Disney Springs! The re-imagined World of Disney reopened with a radically different look and some mixed reactions from Disney fans. And tucked into the check-out areas throughout the store are the reusable shopping bags! World of Disney Store Yeah, believe it or not, even a reusable shopping bag can be fodder for conversation among Disney guests, and it’s due to Disney’s announcement about reducing plastic waste in the World by eliminating (really limiting) single-use plastic straws and single-use plastic bags. But when you get a look at these cute reusable bags, you might just forget about all the plastic drama. Because Mickey! Mickey Reusable Shopping Bag Who could stay grumpy when they look at that face?! You’ll find displays of reusable bags in three sizes at the check-outs in World of Disney. The cheerful blue color stands out against the more muted displays. Mickey Reusable Shopping Bag With some prices rising all across the resort, it’s nice to see that these bags are really reasonably priced. The small and medium sizes are just $1, and the larger size — which is massive! — is $2. Mickey Reusable Shopping Bag The other side of the bag features the four characters who, with the main mouse, make up the Fab 5 of classic Disney characters. We see you, down there in the corner, Pluto, and we love you. Mickey Reusable Shopping Bag The large bag is quite large, big enough for several tee shirts, a couple of good size stuffed animals, or just about anything else you can find. We love that because it means we could feasibly get away with buying just one bag to haul all of our stuff. (Plus, are we the only ones who use Disney reusable bags when we get back home? Grocery shopping = way more fun with Mickey!) Mickey Reusable Shopping Bag One side of the bag highlights the Disney Company’s commitment to the environment, citing the bag’s 80% construction from recycled plastic bottles and providing the web address for Disney’s environmental stance. Mickey Reusable Shopping Bag A tag shares even more information about this initiative. Reusable World of Disney Bags Free plastic bags are still available at World of Disney, but honestly, we think of these reusable bags as a functional souvenir, so we’re happy they’re available! Want to stay on top of all the Walt Disney World news? Sign up for the Disney Food Blog Newsletter today, and you’ll never miss a thing! Will you purchase a reusable shopping bag on your next trip to Walt Disney World? Tell us what you think in the comments! Related posts: 25 Can’t-Miss Experiences to Celebrate the Holidays at Walt Disney World This Year! Where To Find Pumpkin-Filled Churros in Walt Disney World’s Disney Springs! Disney World Splitsville Cast Member Special Offers View the full article

If you can’t leave a Walt Disney World vacation without grabbing yourself an order of Port Orleans French Quarter Beignets (or, you know, two or three orders…), you’re going to want to make an extra stop the next time you visit the resort. We present to you: the Beignet Tee! Beignet Tee Indeed, first: beignets. Then, beignet tee. Note that the beignet in question is the Mickey-shaped variety, which arrived in Walt Disney World for the first time this summer! Beignets! We know some of you are going to be jazzed about this one, so before you ask: it’s $24.99. (Hey, we need to know these things!) Beignet Tee We love Disney food souvenirs of all kinds, but a wearable souvenir declaring our love for Mickey Beignets? Yup, we’re sold! And we also love that it’s exclusively spotlighting the Mickey beignets! NOW…we’ve only seen this one in Disney World so far (and JUST at Port Orleans French Quarter for the moment); but it would be just as welcome in Disneyland near the Mint Julep Bar, where you can also get powdery-sugary Mickey Beignets! Don’t miss a single piece of Disney news, food or otherwise! Sign up for the Disney Food Blog Newsletter today! What Disney food do you want to see on a tee shirt? Let us know in the comments! Related posts: Pumpkin Spice Mickey Beignets…and Sundaes!…Spotted in Disney World and Disneyland NEW Reusable Shopping Bags Available at the All-New World of Disney in Disney World The NEW MENU Scat Cat’s Club at Port Orleans Resort Looks AWESOME! View the full article

Ever since we saw the Pirates of the Caribbean and Enchanted Tiki Room Spirit Jerseys last week, we’ve been waiting for the it’s a small world and Haunted Mansion styles to show up at Walt Disney World. Well, they’re finally here! New Haunted Mansion and Small World Spirit Jerseys Read on to see more of the fun design details on each Spirit Jersey and find out where you can get your own! It’s a Small World Spirit Jersey First up: the bright and cheery It’s a Small World Spirit Jersey. Yes, it’s got the iconic, colorful Mary Blair artwork – including the goodbye flower! It’s a Small World Spirit Jersey The lettering on the back even uses the signature it’s a small world typeface. It’s a Small World Spirit Jersey The deep purple Haunted Mansion Spirit Jersey features the creaky old house’s spooky wallpaper print. The best part? It glows in the dark! Haunted Mansion Spirit Jersey But beware… a ghost might follow you home! Haunted Mansion Spirit Jersey These Disney Attractions Spirit Jerseys are priced at $64.99 each. New Disney Attractions Spirit Jerseys We spotted the duo at Disney Style at Disney Springs. Keep your eyes open throughout all of Walt Disney World, though: we found the Pirates of the Caribbean and Enchanted Tiki Room Spirit Jerseys at Magic Kingdom, so we expect It’s a Small World and Haunted Mansion to be popping up throughout the parks, too. Which Disney Attractions Spirit Jersey would you choose? Let us know in the comments! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! Related posts: 25 Can’t-Miss Experiences to Celebrate the Holidays at Walt Disney World This Year! New Cocktails at House of Blues in Disney Springs! Wanna See What’s INSIDE a Pinata from The Ganachery in Disney World’s Disney Springs? View the full article

Happy weekend! We’re back with another DFB Video today, and we’re reviewing Early Morning Magic at Toy Story Land in Disney World! Early Morning Magic at Toy Story Land We recently attended the new Early Morning Magic at Toy Story Land in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Early Morning Magic is an extra-ticketed event that offers guests early morning access to popular lands and attractions in select Disney World parks before the park is open to the general public for the day. We’re reviewing every aspect from attraction access to the provided breakfast to help you decide if Early Morning Magic events are right for your family 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: Are you interested in attending an Early Morning Magic event? Related posts: DFB Video: Things Most People Don’t Know About Walt Disney World DFB Video: How to Survive Disney World Weather (and Hurricane Season) DFB Video: Disney World Bathrooms! (Volume I) View the full article