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New year, new color! Potion Purple headbands have hit the parks, which means a fabulous new array of purple treats. Both tasty and Instagrammable, these make for a great snack and a great photo! From cupcakes and cotton candy to macarons and churros, the Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resorts are perfectly prepared for everything purple! These purple treats are available starting today at Walt Disney World Resort and on January 11 at Disneyland Resort (unless otherwise specified below). In addition, you can now find the Potion Purple headbands at select merchandise locations on both coasts, and starting on January 11 as well, you’ll also be able to find Potion Purple Spirit Jerseys and other adorable purple items! WALT DISNEY WORLD RESORT Purple Minnie Cake on a Stick Magic Kingdom Park, Castle Hub Cart (available Jan. 11) Minnie-shaped blackberry cake on a stick topped with a chocolate bow and coated in purple chocolate Purple Wall Cotton Candy Magic Kingdom Park, Purple Wall Cart Purple Starry Sky Cake Disney’s All-Star Resorts, Food Courts Purple chocolate mousse, chocolate sponge, and dark chocolate with a galaxy glaze topped with galaxy sprinkles Purple Galaxy Cupcake Disney’s Art of Animation Resort/Disney’s Pop Century Resort, Food Courts Chocolate cupcake filled with raspberry marmalade topped with vanilla buttercream, galaxy glitter, crispy pearls, and chocolate ears African Violet Cupcake Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge, The Mara Vanilla cupcake with berry medley preserves topped with chocolate buttercream Purple Contempo Cupcake Disney’s Contemporary Resort, Contempo Café Strawberry cupcake filled with purple sprinkles topped with lavender buttercream and purple Minnie ears Purple Minnie Cupcake Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, Capt. Cook’s/Kona Coffee Bar Vanilla cupcake filled with peanut butter and raspberry jam topped with purple buttercream Purple Cupcake Disney’s Port Orleans Resort, Food Courts Vanilla cupcake stuffed with cotton candy topped with cotton candy buttercream, chocolate glitter ears, and shimmer chocolate crispy pearls Purple Blackberry Mousse Brownie Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Resort, Roaring Fork Rich decadent brownie with blackberry mousse Black Raspberry Lemon Tart Disney’s Yacht and Beach Club Resorts, Marketplaces Sweet sugar tart shell filled with black raspberry-lemon curd topped with black raspberry mousse, glacage, chocolate Mickey ears, buttercream, and sugar crispy pearls DISNEYLAND RESORT Purple Glove Macaron Disneyland Park, Jolly Holiday Bakery Café; Disney California Adventure Park, Clarabelle’s Hand Scooped Ice Cream/Fiddler, Fifer & Practical Café With blackberry and currant buttercream and blackberry-currant jam center Purple Rose Disneyland Park, Red Rose Taverne Blueberry mousse with blackberry, currant, and lemon center Lavender Milk Tea Disneyland Park, Red Rose Taverne With lemon popping pearls, purple whipped cream, and lavender sugar Purple Fish Tacos Disneyland Park, Rancho del Zocalo Baja-style fish tacos with purple cabbage slaw and spicy lime aïoli served with a side of blue corn chips Jamaica Freeze Disneyland Park, Rancho del Zocalo (available starting Jan. 18) With candied hibiscus flowers Purple Churro Disneyland Park, Critter Country Taro Pancakes Disneyland Park, River Belle Terrace With purple Chantilly cream and crème anglaise Jungle Julep Disneyland Park, Bengal Barbecue Pineapple, orange, grape, and lemon slush Berry Berry Purple Cobbler Disney California Adventure Park, Lamplight Lounge With blueberry cream cheese ice cream and topped with purple berry drizzle Purple Cake Pop Disneyland Resort, Candy Palace, Pooh Corner, Trolley Treats, Marceline’s Confectionery Chocolate cake pop with dark chocolate Mickey ears dipped in raspberry white chocolate View the full article

Buzz Lightyear Ears have landed in Disney World! Buzz Lightyear Ears Today we spotted them at merchandise locations all around Disney’s Hollywood Studios — a very natural place to pick up a pair, given the presence of Toy Story Land in the park. Back of Buzz Lightyear Ears The tribute to everyone’s favorite Space Ranger has his signature phrase emblazoned on the side. Buzz Lightyear Ears So pick up your Buzz LightyEARS and have a BLAST in the parks! Want to stay informed of ALL the Disney News?? Sign Up for the Disney Food Blog Newsletter and don’t miss a thing! Click HERE to subscribe! Will you be sporting Buzz Lightyear Ears the next time you’re in the parks? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: DFB Video: 19 Things You Didn’t Know You Could Do at Disney World DFB Video: How to Survive Disney World Weather (and Hurricane Season) Disney FOOD CHALLENGE! Can You Eat All 19 Of Our Favorite Mickey-Shaped Foods?!? View the full article

The Sunshine Day Bar re-entered the Hollywood Studios scene over the holiday season. Sunshine Day Bar Previously the Sunshine Day Café, this now drink-only stand serves a small menu of themed cocktails to guests on Sunset Boulevard. Sunshine Day Bar Menu Yuletide cheer has given way to a springy array of drinks like the Cherry Blossom with Bacardi Superior Rum and Luxardo Cherry Liqueur with pineapple juice and grenadine. Cherry Blossom Cocktail The Southside Fizz is made with Hendrick’s Gin and pure cane sugar. Southside Fizz Cocktails And Blackberry Moonshine Lemonade features Old Smoky Blackberry Moonshine. Blackberry Moonshine Lemonade So, even though it’s still the New Year, looks like thoughts are already turning to spring in Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Don’t Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! The 2019 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining, is now available for Pre-Order! With more than 750 pages, the 2019 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 20+ years of visits. We’ve done the research for you, so you’ll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family’s needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you’ll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to pre-order your copy of the 2019 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2019 to save 25% today! But there’s MORE! Just like all DFB pre-order deals — when you pre-order your DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining, 2019 Edition today for 25% off the cover price, you’ll also get our fully updated 2018 Edition for FREE immediately, so you can start planning TODAY! Use code WDW2019 at check-out for a 25% off the cover price, AND get the 2018 edition for free! Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What would you like to try at Sunshine Day Café? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: Have a Cup of Cheer at Sunshine Day Bar in Disney World’s Hollywood Studios! News! Sunshine Day Cafe, Fairfax Fare One-Pound Baked Potato, and PizzeRizzo Updates in Disney’s Hollywood Studios What’s New Around Walt Disney World: November 15, 2016 View the full article

The 2019 Epcot Festival of the Arts kicks off January 18 and runs through February 25! The Festival is a celebration of the visual, culinary, and performing arts. Festival of the Arts One of the highlights of the Festival is the Disney on Broadway Concert Series featuring performances by some of Broadway’s most accomplished actors and actresses singing some of Disney’s most beloved songs at the America Gardens Theater. And this year, Disney Vacation Club members have a chance to celebrate with a special Membership Magic event at a Disney on Broadway Concert Series performance. The Disney on Broadway Dessert Party for Members is scheduled for the last night of the Festival – February 25! The party includes guaranteed seating at one of the night’s performances, a fireworks dessert party in the United Kingdom Pavilion, and a chance to mingle with the Disney on Broadway stars at a casual cocktail party in the Membership Lounge at the Imagination Pavilion! Ashley Brown Performing During the Epcot Festival of the Arts The stars performing on February 25 include Ashley Brown (Broadway’s original Mary Poppins), Josh Strickland (Broadway’s original Tarzan), Alton Fitzgerald White (Mufasa in The Lion King) and Kissy Simmons (Nala in The Lion King). The dessert party portion of this special member event is from 8:30-9:30PM, and the cocktail party is 9:30-10:30PM. The cost for this Membership Magic Event is $77 (plus tax and gratuity) for adults, and $52 (plus tax and gratuity) for children. Admission to Epcot is also required but is not included in the price. Members can call Member Services beginning January 8 at (800) 800-9800 for details and reservations. Get all the details on the 2019 Epcot Festival of the Arts here! Will you be making reservations for this special Disney Vacation Club Member event? Let us know in the comments. Related posts: 2019 Epcot Festival of the Arts Dates and Details Announced! Disney on Broadway Concert Lineup AND Dining Packages Announced for 2019 Epcot Festival of the Arts! 2019 Epcot Festival of the Arts Details! Food Studio Booth MENUS, Workshop Reservations, and MORE! View the full article

Welcome back to Backlot Express! Learn About: Backlot Express Disney's Hollywood Studios Disney World Restaurants This counter service option is quite possibly the most popular in Disney’s Hollywood Studios (with the exception of the relatively new Woody’s Lunch Box). Known for its highly detailed movie warehouse setting and classic dishes like chicken nuggets, burgers, and salads, it’s a spot which appeals to many guests. The past couple of years, Backlot Express has also been known as the spot to find some Star Wars themed eats among the offerings. The Royal Guard Burger and Dark Side Chicken and Waffles (with said waffles emblazoned with Darth Vader) were found as entrees in front of Star Wars cupcakes for dessert options featuring an array of characters ranging over the years from Darth Vader and Yoda to Chewbacca and BB-8 and beyond. Backlot Express We’re here today, though, to check out the newly revamped menu and to discover what’s changed and what’s remained the same on the menu at Backlot Express! Backlot Express Menu The main thing you’ll notice when checking out the entrée menu is that the Star Wars themed offerings have been removed… somewhat. You see, technically you’ll still find the Royal Guard Burger (1/3 lb angus beef burger topped with BBQ brisket, pepper jack cheese, lettuce, tomato and pickles), only now it’s called the Backlot Burger. Backlot Express Menu Ditto for the Galactic Salad, which is now the Southwest Salad served with or without chicken. New offerings include a Cuban Sandwich. Four piece Chicken Tenders have replaced the more standard Chicken Nuggets, and the Dark Side Chicken and Waffles have been entirely switched out for a new Chicken and Biscuits entrée. You can still grab a Caprese Sandwich or the California Chicken Club. And for dessert? A new Key Lime Verrine and Peanut Butter Brownie are available. As for drinks, current Backlot Specialty cocktails include a Strawberry Daquiri, Frozen Golden Margarita, and Vodka Lemonade. And your little Padawan may be glad to know that they can still get a BB-8 Souvenir Sipper with their soda or drink if they’re still really hoping for a Star Wars touch here. Backlot Express Menu Let’s dig in! New Backlot Menu Items The Chicken and Biscuits takes homestyle buttermilk biscuits and chicken tenders and tops them with country gravy, a spicy strawberry glaze, and bacon crumbles. Chicken and Biscuits Three nice-sized tenders offer more meat and less breading than the standard Nuggets. Chicken and Biscuits The biscuits themselves are nice and buttery, and not dry at all. Chicken and Biscuits There is nothing remarkable about the gravy, which is fine. But it is outshone by the yummy spicy strawberry glaze which has a surprising amount of kick to it along with its tang. Hooray! Chicken and Biscuits The Cuban Sandwich features roasted pulled pork, sliced ham, Swiss cheese, and pickles and mustard. Cuban Sandwich It comes with French Fries. Cuban Sandwich The pressed sandwich gives the bread some great texture. Cuban Sandwich And when they say that it comes with pickles and mustard, they mean business! There is a lot more applied here than your standard condiments. Cuban Sandwich We really enjoyed how much flavor this lends to the sandwich, but if you’re not a fan of those strong tastes you may want to ask for your sandwich to be made without or to have those on the side. As for the meats, the pork is just okay, and the ham lends a lot more flavor. Cuban Sandwich But overall it’s a really nice change of pace for a counter service sandwich, and it was enjoyed! The Peanut Butter Brownie is, first of all, pretty darn big! Peanut Butter Brownie But it’s obviously different than the Peanut Butter Brownie we’re used to over at Animal Kingdom Lodge. The emphasis remains on the chocolate here with the peanut butter coming from the generous amount of Reese’s Pieces-style candies over top of a layer of fudgy chocolate… at least at first glance. You see, even more peanut butter is tucked inside the brownie itself. Peanut Butter Brownie The whole thing is SUPER dense, rich, and filling with the candy pieces adding a fun and tasty crunch. And did we mention… it’s HUGE?! Peanut Butter Brownie The Key Lime Verrine (Verrines are taking over Hollywood Studios counter service spots, BTW) is a parfait-style dessert layering light and airy key lime custard with graham crumbs topped with a dollop of whipped cream and a white chocolate ring. Key Lime Verrine Even though it was good overall, I was wanting more of a flavor punch from the lime. It was even overpowered just by the dollop of vanilla bean cream (which is delicious, I must say). Key Lime Verrine Key Lime Verrine The new offerings here are solid, and a reminder of why we enjoy Backlot Express as a go-to within the realm of counter service in Hollywood Studios. But the removal of most Star Wars elements from the menu here is a bit of a surprising decision, as Hollywood Studios continues to readily promote Star Wars elements within the park such as the Star Wars Launch Bay and the nighttime production of Star Wars: A Galactic Spectacular in anticipation of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge opening in the park this fall. Then again, it’s hardly a complete shock. After all, Star Wars themed food won’t be quite so necessary when we’re able to grab a drink or maybe even some Blue Milk in an actual Cantina on the Planet Batuu… so there’s that! Check out ALL of the restaurants in Disney’s Hollywood Studios in our DFB YouTube Video! Is Backlot Express one of your favorites? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: Disney Food Challenge: Can You Eat ALL 14 Of Disney’s BEST Cupcakes?! New DFB Video: Star Wars Eats at Backlot Express in Disney’s Hollywood Studios DFB Video: Hollywood Studios Restaurants RANKED (Including BaseLine Tap House!) View the full article

National Polka Dot Day is January 22nd… and around these (Disney parks) parts, it’s become a chance to pay tribute to Disney’s favorite fashionista — Minnie Mouse! — with the Rock the Dots celebration! Minnie Mouse Rock the Dots Plush New merchandise to help YOU Rock the Dots this year includes what have now become merchandise must-haves like Spirit Jerseys… Rock the Dots Spirit Jersey … Loungefly Bags… Rock the Dots Loungefly Backpack … and, of course, EARS!! Rock the Dots Minnie Mouse Ears Rock the Dots Minnie Mouse Ears Less expected offerings include these super-sparkly shoes complete with a big blue poof! Rock the Dots Shoes Rock the Dots Shoes Price Tag Minnie’s never without some sweet accessories, so you can take your cue from her. Minnie Mouse Bag Minnie Mouse Clutch Rock the Dots Purse And how about a twofer when you can have your latest set of Minnie Mouse Ears ON your t-shirt? Rock the Dots t-shirt And remember… this year’s Rock the Dots celebration coincides nicely with the 90th Anniversary of Minnie Mouse herself! Rock the Dots merchandise Though we celebrated officially on November 18, 2018, the Party will continue well into 2019 with more celebrations kicking off in Magic Kingdom on January 18th. So get ready to Rock YOUR Dots in Minnie’s honor in this New Year! 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 rocking the dots on January 22nd? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: What’s New Around Walt Disney World — June 14, 2016 What’s New Around Walt Disney World: October 20, 2016 Disney World Starbucks Locations Closed Today View the full article

The bird population of Disney’s Animal Kingdom is about to increase by one very tall, very colorful resident. Kevin, the chocolate-loving feathered friend from the Disney-Pixar film “Up” will be making appearances in the theme park starting sometime in February, Disney says. Other “Up” characters... View the full article

When my teammates and I learned that this year’s Epcot International Festival of the Arts would find four Disney Vacation Club Member Cruise veterans performing together on stage to conclude the festival’s Disney on Broadway Concert Series, we immediately started making plans to reunite with our old friends. And because these reunions are always more fun with Members in attendance, we decided to turn our little gathering into what promises to be another memorable Membership Magic event. As you may have heard, the stars performing together at Epcot on Feb. 25 include Ashley Brown (Broadway’s original Mary Poppins), Josh Strickland (Broadway’s original Tarzan), Alton Fitzgerald White (Broadway’s record-breaking Lion King, with 4,308 performances as Mufasa) and Kissy Simmons (known to many Disney fans for her standout performances as Nala in “The Lion King”). All four of these performers have gained a friendly following around the Disney Vacation Club neighborhood, with numerous Member Cruise credits on their resumes. (If business trips counted as Castaway Club voyages, this group could be Platinum on Member Cruise voyages alone.) To bring the Epcot International Festival of the Arts to a close in distinctive fashion on Feb. 25, Disney Vacation Club has created a Disney on Broadway Dessert Party for Members and their guests. Attendees will enjoy guaranteed seating at one of the evening’s Disney on Broadway concerts at the America Gardens Theatre and an 8:30-9:30 p.m. fireworks dessert party in the United Kingdom Pavilion before mingling with the Disney on Broadway stars during a casual cocktail hour (9:30-10:30 p.m.) in the Member Lounge atop the Imagination! Pavilion. The cost per person is $77 (plus tax and gratuity) for adults and $52 (plus tax and gratuity) for children. Please note that paid Epcot admission also is required. Call Member Services beginning Jan. 8 at (800) 800-9800 for details and reservations, and get ready to celebrate with the stars! As a part of Membership Extras, an incidental benefit, these member benefits are subject to change, availability or termination and may require a fee. Membership Extras are available with eligible ownership interests. Visit http://disneyvacationclub.com/memextraspolicy for more information. View the full article

The grand opening for Disneyland’s Star Wars land could take place in June, Disney chief Bob Iger said in a recent interview with Barron’s. Barron’s recently published a story after an exclusive media tour of Galaxy’s Edge in California as well as a lengthy Q&A with Iger. In the story, Barron’s... View the full article

Hi, there! We’re back with another DFB Video on this Monday morning, and we’re discussing how Disney gets you to spend more money on your vacation. What is a “minimum night stay” at a Disney World Resort for a vacation package? After all, Disney — like other companies — utilizes some great strategies to influence your purchasing decisions. These are good to be aware of in advance so you can make the most informed decision on what purchases will work best during your next vacation. So join us as we discuss some of these strategies 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: What are your thoughts on some of these various strategies? Related posts: DFB Video: Things Most People Don’t Know About Walt Disney World DFB Video: 11 Things Disney World Pros Do, And You Should, Too DFB Video: Disney World Bathrooms! (Volume I) View the full article

In our Disney Doodle series, our Disney artists take turns imagining what different Disney characters would do or see first if they had the chance to visit a Disney Park. In today’s Doodle, artist Ashley Taylor envisions what Ariel and her pal, Scuttle, would do first at Magic Kingdom Park. According to Ashley, Ariel’s curiosity may compel her to check out the latest souvenirs at the Emporium. “Ariel is always distracted by human objects,” Ashley said. “It’s easy to imagine Scuttle wanting to introduce her to the latest fashions at the Emporium on Main Street, U.S.A.!” View the full article

Sprinkles Cupcakes wants to celebrate breakfast all day — in cupcake form! — and we are totally here for it! Sprinkles locations in Disney Springs at Walt Disney World and in Downtown Disney at Disneyland Resort (as well as locations everywhere else!) will serve up Cereal Cupcakes every week through early February! Cereal Cupcakes in January! These might look a little familiar because Sprinkles crafted these tasty, crunch cupcakes last January, too! Three of this year’s cupcakes — Cinnamon Toast Crunch, Fruity Pebbles, and Lucky Charms — are returning! Cinnamon Toast Crunch Cupcake @DisneySprings Twitter Fruity Pebbles is up first, landing in Sprinkles’ cupcake case from January 7-13. Fruity Pebble Cupcake @Sprinkles Twitter Cinnamon Toast Crunch is second, from January 14-20. Crunch Berries (replacing last year’s Cocoa Puffs!) will be available January 21-27. And finally, cupcake fans can get Lucky Charms from January 28-February 2. Lucky Charms Cupcake @DisneySprings Twitter Be sure to follow @DisneySprings on Instagram to keep up with the ever-evolving news from Disney World’s entertainment district (including Sprinkles updates!). And don’t forget to sign up for the Disney Food Blog Newsletter, where we keep you posted on all things Disney! What cereal would you put on a cupcake? Daydream with us in the comments! Related posts: Black Velvet Cupcake at Sprinkles in Disney Parks Through October 31! Design Your Own Bake Box at Sprinkles Cupcakes! Here’s Where To Find A Double Stuffed Oreo Cupcake in Disney Parks… View the full article

Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort is home to ‘Ohana, a spot is known for its character breakfast in the mornings and its all-you-care-to-enjoy feast in the evenings featuring grilled meats accompanied by pork dumplings and chicken wings, all followed up with ‘Ohana Bread Pudding. ‘Ohana sign One of the traditional accompaniments to the meal has also been lo mein noodles tossed in a teriyaki sauce – which may have its days on the menu numbered. Sides — Wontons, Noodles, Stir Fried Vegetables, Chicken Wings As is always the case when a potential ‘Ohana menu change is on the horizon (see previous menu updates here, here, and here), folks are upset and nervous. This time around, it’s those noodles that are potentially on the chopping block. Some guests, rather than receiving the noodles, have received a side of curry fried rice instead, as evidenced by this picture shared with us here at DFB from @dislovefromMN on Twitter. Curry Rice served at ‘Ohana @dislovefromMN We’ve heard different information from different guests: some have been told that this is simply a test dish (and we’ve even heard reports that the noodles may have already come back after what must have been a very brief trial run for the rice). However, we’ve also spoken with Cast Members at the Polynesian who have reported BOTH that the menu change from noodles to curry rice has not yet been reflected on the Disney World website menu which, at this time, still lists the teriyaki noodles as an accompaniment, AND that the noodles will indeed be replaced by the curry rice. So, basically, nothing is official except that ‘Ohana is indeed testing a new menu item — curry fried rice — that may in time replace the teriyaki noodles. ‘Ohana menu page screenshot The coming days will hopefully reveal more information, and we’ll keep you posted on the status once we hear more! Don’t Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! The 2019 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining, is now available for Pre-Order! With more than 750 pages, the 2019 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 20+ years of visits. We’ve done the research for you, so you’ll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family’s needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you’ll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to pre-order your copy of the 2019 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2019 to save 25% today! But there’s MORE! Just like all DFB pre-order deals — when you pre-order your DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining, 2019 Edition today for 25% off the cover price, you’ll also get our fully updated 2018 Edition for FREE immediately, so you can start planning TODAY! Use code WDW2019 at check-out for a 25% off the cover price, AND get the 2018 edition for free! Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. What do you think of a possible side item change at ‘Ohana? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: News: New Menu Item at ‘Ohana in Disney World’s Polynesian Resort Rumor: Is Chicken is Back on the Menu at ‘Ohana? Disney Restaurant Photo Packages Now Part Of PhotoPass+. Is It Worth It? View the full article

Potion Purple is popping up everywhere… and that includes Landscape of Flavors at Disney World’s Art of Animation Resort! Landscape of Flavors We have a look at this latest perfectly purple addition to snacks celebrating the latest Disney color trend thanks to @dreamandamouse on Instagram! Potion Purple Cupcake @dreamandamouse This chocolate cupcake is topped not only with dollops of purple buttercream but also glitter, star sprinkles, and Mickey sprinkles. Small chocolate circles are added to represent the Potion Purple Minnie Ears that started the latest craze. Potion Purple Ears Though Potion Purple cupcakes and gelato shakes have been showing up here and there in honor of the hue, we’re preparing for more purple this week. A V.I.Passholder event will take place for Disney World Passholders this coming Thursday, and Disney shared that attendees will be able to “sip and savor the newest purple food and beverage offerings for purchase.” So keep your eyes PEELED FOR PURPLE in the coming days! Don’t Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! The 2019 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining, is now available for Pre-Order! With more than 750 pages, the 2019 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 20+ years of visits. We’ve done the research for you, so you’ll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family’s needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you’ll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to pre-order your copy of the 2019 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2019 to save 25% today! But there’s MORE! Just like all DFB pre-order deals — when you pre-order your DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining, 2019 Edition today for 25% off the cover price, you’ll also get our fully updated 2018 Edition for FREE immediately, so you can start planning TODAY! Use code WDW2019 at check-out for a 25% off the cover price, AND get the 2018 edition for free! Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you hoping to try a Potion Purple snack? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: What’s New at Disney World’s Art of Animation Resort What’s New at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Art of Animation, and Pop Century: May 15, 2018 What’s New at Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Disney World Resorts: February 17, 2018 View the full article

Disneyland guests and annual passholders were treated to a not-so-pleasant surprise this morning. Whether showing up at the park to buy a one day ticket or annual pass, everyone was greeted with a major price increase — including on the MaxPass service and daily parking as well. Sleeping Beauty Castle That’s right, if you’re planning a trip to Disneyland you’ll need to save more than a few more pennies to purchase your park tickets or annual passes with this price increase. Some prices went up as much as 25% overnight. This increase comes on the heels of some hints from both Bob Iger (Disney’s CEO) and Disney as to the opening date of and more details about Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in Disneyland. ©Disney from @DisneyParks on Twitter Let’s get into the details and the increases: One Day, One Park Disneyland Ticket Price Increase One Day, One Park Low Demand Day: From $97.00 to $104.00 One Day, One Park Regular Demand Day: From $117.00 to $129.00 One Day, One Park Peak Demand Day: From $135.00 to $149.00 One Day Park Hopper Disneyland Ticket Price Increase One Day Park Hopper Low Demand Day: From $147.00 to $154.00 One Day Park Hopper Regular Demand Day: From $167.00 to $179.00 One Day Park Hopper Peak Demand Day: From $185.00 to $199.00 Multi-Day, One Park Per Day Disneyland Ticket Price Increase 2 Day, 1 Park Per Day: From $210.00 to $225.00 3 Day, 1 Park Per Day: From $280.00 to $300.00 4 Day, 1 Park Per Day: From $305.00 to $325.00 5 Day, 1 Park Per Day: From $320.00 to $340.00 Multi-Day Park Hopper Disneyland Ticket Price Increase 2 Day Park Hopper: From $260.00 to $280.00 3 Day Park Hopper: From $330.00 to $355.00 4 Day Park Hopper: From $355.00 to $380.00 5 Day Park Hopper: From $370.00 to $395.00 Disneyland Annual Pass Price Increase Southern California Select: From $369.00 to $399.00 Deluxe: From $729.00 to $799.00 Signature: From $999.00 to $1,149.00 Signature Plus: From $1,149.00 to $1,399.00 Premier: From $1,579.00 to $1,949.00 The MaxPass Service has also seen a price increase from $10.00 to $15.00 Daily Parking has increased from $20.00 per day to $25.00 per day. The Southern California Select Pass is also seeing an increase in the number of blockout dates from 202 a days in the past to 211 days in 2019. To review and see all blockout dates for each pass and park visit the Disneyland Blockout Calendar webpage. Let us know what you think about these new increases. Will this change your plans to visit Disneyland this year, or change the type of Annual Pass that you purchase or renew? 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 Changes and Updates JUST Announced for Disney Parks! When you’re done – check out all of our Videos on You Tube! Related posts: News: Prices Increased on Food and Beverage Items Across Disneyland Resort Review: BBQ Crunch Dog and Fried Bananas at Award Wieners in Disney California Adventure CHECK IT OUT! Gingerbread Funnel Cake Fries in Disney California Adventure! View the full article

We kicked off 2019 with our special Disney Parks Blog look at the many new and exciting experiences happening all year long at the Walt Disney World Resort. This year, you’ll travel to a galaxy far, far away and experience zany fun aboard a runaway railway as well as have the opportunity to take in beautiful views atop a new resort hotel tower and glide across the sky in a gondola. Visit Jeremy’s original 19 Walt Disney World Experiences in 2019 story for our list. We also began the year with several stories featuring special offers that’ll help you get the most out of your vacation to the Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resorts. Disneyland Resort celebrates 2019 with special ticket offer for Southern California residents. ‘Sun & Fun Room Offer’ for your Walt Disney World Vacation this Spring and Summer. Free Dine Package Offer now available at Walt Disney World Resort Hotels. Here are some of the other stories we worked on this week. Sneak Peek of New ‘Star Wars: Pirate’s Price’ Book Features Millennium Falcon Arrival on Planet Batuu – This week, StarWars.com shared an exclusive look from a new book called “Star Wars: Pirate’s Price” that we think many of you will enjoy checking out. Celebrate the New Year with Special V.I.PASSHOLDER Perks in January – Happy New Year to our Walt Disney World Annual Passholders. Today we’re happy to share that we’re kicking off 2019 with new offerings and events our Passholders won’t want to miss. TV Host Trevor Noah Encounters Frozone and Mr. Incredible at Pixar Pier in Disney California Adventure Park – Television host and funnyman Trevor Noah recently visited Pixar Pier in Disney California Adventure park and experienced a heroic encounter with Mr. Incredible and Frozone from Disney•Pixar’s “Incredibles 2.” Tickets on Sale Now for Disney After Hours at Disney’s Animal Kingdom – Are you ready to experience the best Disney’s Animal Kingdom has to offer after the sun goes down – including heart-tugging Tree of Life Awakenings, the adventures within Pandora – The World of Avatar and more? Now you can, thanks to Disney After Hours at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. A Year in Review: Disney Parks Food & Beverage 2018 – Looking back at 2018, it was an incredible year for Disney foodies! With celebrations, stylish color trends, festivals, foodie guides, and a TON of incredible new openings, there’s so much to look back on, so here are a few of the tasty highlights from Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort this past year. #DisneyFamilia: DIY Three Kings-Inspired Maracas! – To help you celebrate El Día de los Tres Reyes Magos (Three Kings Day) today, we bring you a very easy ‘do it yourself’ craft that will definitely be a hit among your familia. Of course they include a Disney touch! Kickstart 2019 With Our First Disney Parks Blog Digital Wallpaper of the New Year – As we bid farewell to 2018 and welcome in 2019, we wanted to wish you an amazing new year. Designer Jeff Maurer created a special celebratory wallpaper with one of our favs…Mickey Mouse! Who better to ring in the fun? View the full article

Only months before the opening of its $1-billion Star Wars expansion, the Disneyland Resort announced price increases of up to 25% for daily tickets, annual passes and parking. The increases, which took effect Sunday, come less than a year after the resort adopted price hikes of up to 18%. Under... View the full article

Greetings from Hollywood Studios! As Christmas winds down in the parks we found some changes in the park (Slinky Dog, where’s your tail?) as well as some new additions, and of course some new merchandise to welcome in 2019! Hello from Hollywood Studios! We’ll start this week’s tour out in Animation Courtyard where there’s a brand new Disney Junior Dance Party that is pretty fun! New Disney Junior Dance Party in Hollywood Studios Over the holidays a brand new Disney Junior Dance Party started in Animation Courtyard, and you and your kiddos get to dance along with some Disney Junior stars in a high-energy show. You’ll see Doc McStuffins, Vampirina, and Timon in the show, each with their own segment and specialty dance. Doc McStuffins at Hollywood Studios’ New Disney Junior Dance Party Timon at Hollywood Studios’ New Disney Junior Dance Party Throughout the show and between each segment the hosts of the show keep checking in with the Mickey Roadster Racers in the hopes they will make it to the party on time. Vampirina at Hollywood Studios’ New Disney Junior Dance Party Checking in with the Mickey Roadster Racers at Hollywood Studios’ New Disney Junior Dance Party Spoiler Alert — Mickey and the Roadster Racers make it to the show for the finale!! Mickey at Hollywood Studios’ New Disney Junior Dance Party Mickey at Hollywood Studios’ New Disney Junior Dance Party New Market Snack and Drink Stand in Hollywood Studios Animation Courtyard Just in time for the busy holidays a brand new Market has opened in Animation Courtyard next door to the Joffrey’s Coffee and Tea stand on the way to the Toy Story Land entrance. The Market at Hollywood Studios You’ll find spirited drinks, beers, soft drinks, water, non-alcoholic specialty drinks as well as Churros and Mickey Pretzels here. The Market at Hollywood Studios The Market at Hollywood Studios Toy Story Land Updates — Where is Slinky Dog’s Tail? Even though the Christmas decorations will be taken down this week we spotted some additions to the decorations in the area since our visit right before Christmas. There are new (giant) ornaments on Woody’s Toy Story Land Sign as well as some new garland. New Toy Story Land Christmas Decorations New Toy Story Land Christmas Decorations After we navigated through the crowds — there were so many people in the park this week — we made our way to Slinky Dog Dash. Toy Story Land — So Crowded When we got to Slinky Dog Dash we noticed something was missing. Slinky’s tail has been removed from all of the cars on this popular attraction. We hear the tails have been removed for safety reasons, and they are expected to return in some fashion soon. Slinky — Where’s Your Tail? We noticed Buzz was in a new location for his Meet and Greet. His Meet and Greet was moved closer to the entrance into Toy Story Land, we think to avoid the Slinky Dog Dash ride line, which was so long it was all the way to where the Buzz Meet and Greet is normally. We don’t know if this is temporary because of the crowds, or a permanent move. As always, we’ll keep you updated on this. Buzz Meet and Greet Slinky Dog Dash Line Star Wars Updates: Galaxy’s Edge Progress and Addition to Tatooine Traders Of course, no visit to Toy Story Land is complete without a peek over the wall to check on Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge progress (read more about Bob Iger’s — Disney’s CEO — interview about Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge here). Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Construction Progress Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Construction Progress The Star Wars store, Tatooine Traders completed an interior refurbishment last year, but just as that was finished, we were surprised with an addition outside the store. Here’s how it’s progressing. Tatooine Traders Addition Progress Tatooine Traders Addition Progress New Merchandise in Hollywood Studios OK, technically this is not merchandise, but it is something you can buy — for now. If you stop for a beer or cider at Baseline Tap House you can get it served in a (plastic) souvenir glass. These are only around for a limited time, so be sure to pop in and get yours soon! Baseline Tap House Souvenir Cup Baseline Tap House Souvenir Cup There’s a new Mickey Through The Years collection that came out — just in time to celebrate Mickey’s 90th! Mickey Through the Years Mug Look at this mug with all of the Mickeys on it from all of our favorite films and shows featuring the Main Mouse! Mickey Through the Years Mug Mickey Through the Years Mug There’s a shirt to go with the mug that includes all of the variations of Mickey on it as well. Mickey Through the Years Shirt This collage collection is too much. Look at this carefully, we found references to Disneyland, Disney World, Tokyo Disney, Mickey, favorite attractions and so much more! It reminds me of the display in the Disneyland Hotel near the conference center! Mickey Collage Collection Yep, we’re going to have to get both of these tops. Mickey Collage Collection The collage merchandise is featured in some new storefront window displays. New Window Displays We also noticed the style of Mickey and Minnie are the same style as the art for Hollywood Studio’s new 30th Anniversary logo, so maybe we’ll be seeing this display all year long as the park celebrates. New Window Displays And, lastly, if you’re trying to catch Santa in these couple of days of Christmas celebrations in the park he is no longer here (we assume he is off on a beach relaxing), but you and your kiddos don’t need to be disappointed. Santa Goofy is sitting in for Santa in the Meet and Greet in the Once Upon a Time store on Sunset Boulevard. Meet Santa Goofy in Once Upon a Time Whew — that is everything new we spotted in the park this week. Be sure to follow us so you are kept up-to-date on all of our park visits and updates! 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 for Pre-Order! With more than 750 pages, the 2019 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 20+ years of visits. We’ve done the research for you, so you’ll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family’s needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you’ll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to pre-order your copy of the 2019 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2019 to save 25% today! But there’s MORE! Just like all DFB pre-order deals — when you pre-order your DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining, 2019 Edition today for 25% off the cover price, you’ll also get our fully updated 2018 Edition for FREE immediately, so you can start planning TODAY! Use code WDW2019 at check-out for a 25% off the cover price, AND get the 2018 edition for free! Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Related posts: What’s New in Disney World’s Hollywood Studios: 11-4-18 Disney World Star Wars Update: Galaxy’s Edge Construction, Merchandise, and Tatooine Traders Addition What’s New in Hollywood Studios this Week: Eats, Decor, Merchandise, New Entrance, Skyliner Update, and MORE! View the full article

Our next adventure in the parks took us to Animal Kingdom on the search for new food, new merchandise and any updates for you! Animal Kingdom’s Tree of Life We were excited to see and say “welcome back” to a cupcake friend featuring Lion King‘s Simba as our day in the park started at Creature Comforts. What’s New on Animal Kingdom’s Discovery Island Creature Comforts is pretty much our first stop on every visit for some coffee, and to see what’s new as far as mugs and tumblers. But on this visit we were happy to see Simba in cupcake form here. Of course, we’ve enjoyed this cupcake before (5 years ago!), but this version of the cupcake has a new filling — “yummy” white chocolate mousse instead of passion fruit. Welcome Back Simba Cupcake We spotted this guy at Creature Comforts, Pizzafari, and Isle of Java. How cute is he with his orange and yellow buttercream mane? I do wish he looked a little more polished, but… . Lion King Cupcake There’s some new construction going on outside Island Mercantile, we don’t know what this is yet, but will be sure to let you know when we find out! Be sure to follow us for all the latest updates! Island Mercantile Construction Island Mercantile Construction What’s New in Animal Kingdom’s Africa If you’re a Monsters, Inc. fan then be on the lookout for a new popcorn bucket in the shape of Sulley!! (Yep, the same one that made waves in Disneyland during Pixar Fest!) You’ll find Sulley at Mahindi, The Feeding Ground, and Cornivores. Sulley Popcorn Bucket Sulley Popcorn Bucket While you’re at Mahindi and some other snack locations and stands around the park you’ll also find Santa Mickey Sugar Cookies. We took a closer look and instantly recognized these as the cookies handed out at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party in the Magic Kingdom in 2018! Santa Mickey Sugar Cookies Santa Mickey Sugar Cookies What’s New in Animal Kingdom’s Asia Since its re-opening Upcountry Landing has kept us busy with updates. This week we found a new pop-up bar in the location. The cast member we talked to was not certain if this would be permanent or just during busy times and seasons. Upcountry Landing Pop-Up Bar Upcountry Landing Pop-Up Bar In addition to some time to sit and relax you can enjoy beer, wine, a “Jolly Lemonade”, or bottles soft drinks and water here. Upcountry Landing Pop-Up Bar What’s New in Animal Kingdom’s Dinoland The Lotus Blossom Cupcake has migrated over to Restaurantosaurus. This yellow cupcake was introduced at Creature Comforts when Rivers of Light debuted, and is filled with strawberry mousse and topped with that oh-so-pretty lotus flower. Is this too pretty to eat? Lotus Blossom Cupcake If savory is more to your liking, the Jalapeno Poppers are still available here that were added in December. Restaurantosaurus Jalapeno Poppers and Drinks Over at Dino Bite Snacks we spotted some pastries and coffee on the menu. We asked a cast member about these and they said they’ve been opening earlier during the busy holiday season (the day we were there they opened at 8:30am) and recently added the pastries. We will keep you updated on if these stay or they were just here for the holidays. Dino Bite Snacks Pastries and Coffee What’s New in Animal Kingdom’s Pandora As Disney moves to reduce plastic bags, we’ve spotted re-usable bags at the refurbished World of Disney store, and now we spotted some very artistic ones in Pandora. Take a look at these! Pandora Reusable Bag These will surely make a splash when you use them at Publix! Pandora Reusable Bag What’s New in Animal Kingdom’s Stores and Shops — New Merchandise Pins, Pins, and more Pins! This Kilimanjaro Safaris hat includes 4 pins. Kilimanjaro Hat And we see some Jungle Cruise humor going on here — look at the red pin — “Safari so Good and I ain’t Lion” Kilimanjaro Hat The 2019 Collectible and Trading Pins are all around the parks and resorts. 2019 Trading and Collectible Pin 2019 Trading and Collectible Pin Which is your favorite? We’re leaning towards Minnie and “it’s a small world” — how about you? Although Chip and Dale are pretty darn cute too as they run away with someone’s popcorn. 2019 Trading and Collectible Pin There are also some 2019 lanyard pouches. 2019 Trading and Collectible Pin Lanyard Pouch 2019 Trading and Collectible Pin Lanyard Pouch “Get Yeti ‘Cuz” Expedition Everest’s Yeti got some of his own pins as well! Yeti Trading and Collectible Pins Yeti Trading and Collectible Pins After we took in all of the pins we went back to the hats, which started us on this pin adventure to begin with! If you prefer your hats without pins there’s a new Everest hat in addition to the Kilimanjaro hat. Everest Hat Jack Skellington and Nightmare Before Christmas fans can pick up this new hat which features two of Jack’s faces. How? you wonder…Jack’s face changes depending on which way you move the sequins! Jack Skellington Hat Jack Skellington Hat If you don’t like one expression, just run your palm over the sequins and you’ll change Jack’s expression. Jack Skellington Hat We saw a couple of pairs of the Disney Cat leggings in the shops here, but the Disney Dog leggings were sold out in the park on the day we were there (you can see them in our What’s New in Magic Kingdom update!). Disney Cat Leggings And that’s all the new merchandise, popcorn buckets, cupcakes, construction, pop-up bars, cookies, and even more that we found this week in the park! Be sure to follow us so you stay up-to-date on the changes and additions to the parks every week! 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 for Pre-Order! With more than 750 pages, the 2019 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 20+ years of visits. We’ve done the research for you, so you’ll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family’s needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you’ll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to pre-order your copy of the 2019 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2019 to save 25% today! But there’s MORE! Just like all DFB pre-order deals — when you pre-order your DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining, 2019 Edition today for 25% off the cover price, you’ll also get our fully updated 2018 Edition for FREE immediately, so you can start planning TODAY! Use code WDW2019 at check-out for a 25% off the cover price, AND get the 2018 edition for free! Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Related posts: What’s New in Animal Kingdom: Everything We Found This Week 11-30-2018 What’s New in Animal Kingdom: Menu Changes, Sweet Additions, Merchandise Updates, 2019 Mugs, and More! What’s New in Disney World’s Animal Kingdom: 10-20-18 View the full article

Along with new details regarding what guests will see and experience when Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge opens in Disneyland this summer and Disney’s Hollywood Studios this fall, we also have more information regarding the possible timeline for the opening of Galaxy’s Edge in Disneyland. ©Disney from @DisneyParks on Twitter In an interview with Barron’s with Disney CEO Bob Iger, Iger is quoted as saying: “When Star Wars opens in Anaheim in June and in Florida later in the year, that’s adding capacity. You’re adding 14 acres of land (each), more rides and more for people to do. It’s the biggest land we’ve ever built.” Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Construction in Disneyland ©heliguy It’s worth noting that an extended run of blockout dates for Disneyland park for Passholders with a Deluxe Passport begin on June 21st and do not lift until August 19th, so that likely provides further hints to the opening timeframe. Here it comes… are you getting ready for Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge? Visit our Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge page for more of the scoop on Galaxy’s Edge! What do you think of all the latest news about Galaxy’s Edge? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: OGA’S CANTINA to Serve Up Drinks and Entertainment in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge!! NEWS! New Disney Parks Spectaculars, Attractions and Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Updates and MUCH MORE from D23 Destination D! Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance Coming to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge! View the full article

Roaring Fork, the quick service dining spot at Walt Disney World’s Wilderness Lodge, is known for showing cupcakes some love. Remember the totally awesome Campfire Cupcake? Roaring Fork Sign And we were excited to break the news that the loaded waffles were back at this quick-service staple recently, too! Loaded Mickey Waffles at Roaring Fork Well, the pastry wizards at Roaring Fork are at it again, this time bringing the flavor with the Chocolate Peppermint cupcake of the month. Chocolate Peppermint Cupcake Aside from the obvious — this is a pale green, sparkly beauty! — the Chocolate Peppermint Cupcake tastes awesome. Chocolate Peppermint Cupcake Think Thin Mint in cupcake form, and you’ve got this one nailed. Chocolate Peppermint Cupcake The frosting is the cool mint of the Chocolate Peppermint Cupcake, and the details in the decorations are so sweet and wintery. There’s some ice-like sugar, snowflake sprinkles, and edible glitter. Elsa would be proud. Chocolate Peppermint Cupcake The interior of the cupcake gives it some richness as it’s filled with thick chocolate fudge! Chocolate Peppermint Cupcake Thick. Chocolate. Fudge. Yum! The richness of the fudge and the height of that mint frosting might make this one a cupcake to share. Maybe. Chocolate Peppermint Cupcake Buuuuuuuut if you choose to save it all for yourself, we understand. Want to see our 25 favorite cupcakes of 2018? Click here for walk down (cupcake) memory lane! Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! What’s your go-to spot for cupcakes at Walt Disney World? Tell us about your favorite in the comments below! Related posts: Nerds Cupcake Available for a Limited Time at Disney Sprinkles Cupcakes Locations! Pumpkin Spice Mickey Beignets…and Sundaes!…Spotted in Disney World and Disneyland What’s New at Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Coronado Springs Resort: May 26, 2018 View the full article

Vivoli il Gelato in Disney Springs has no shortage of ideas when it comes up to creative ways to serve gelato. The latest evidence of that? Why, it’s the new Spaghetti Sundae! Spaghetti Sundae ©DisneySprings The picture above features cream custard gelato topped with strawberry sauce and white chocolate along with some chocolate gelato “meatballs.” But according to @DisneySprings on Twitter, you can speak with a team member to come up with your own flavor combo for your “spaghetti”! @DisneySprings on Twitter Now us big kids don’t have to feel so jealous over the Spaghetti & Meatball Cupcake on the Kids’ menu over at Mama Melrose’s Ristorante Italiano in Hollywood Studios! So, if you missed National Spaghetti Day (it was January 4th), Disney Springs and Vivoli il Gelato are here to remind that you can still grab a plate of spaghetti to celebrate! Don’t Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! The 2019 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining, is now available for Pre-Order! With more than 750 pages, the 2019 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 20+ years of visits. We’ve done the research for you, so you’ll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family’s needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you’ll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to pre-order your copy of the 2019 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2019 to save 25% today! But there’s MORE! Just like all DFB pre-order deals — when you pre-order your DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining, 2019 Edition today for 25% off the cover price, you’ll also get our fully updated 2018 Edition for FREE immediately, so you can start planning TODAY! Use code WDW2019 at check-out for a 25% off the cover price, AND get the 2018 edition for free! Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Would you like to order a Spaghetti Sundae? Please let us know with a comment! Related posts: The Year in Review: Top Disney Food News Stories of 2015! News: Vivoli il Gelato Debuts Tiramisu Gelato for a Limited Time Review: Creamsicle Float and Nutella Brownie Sundae at Vivoli il Gelato in Disney Springs View the full article

Well, 2019 has sure kicked off with a bang… and the Disney World Free Dining Offer is a big part of it! So we’re back with another DFB Video this weekend and we’re sharing everything you need to know about Disney World Free Dining for 2019! Free Dining is Back for 2019! We’re covering all sorts of aspects of this popular promotion (including an explanation for those unfamiliar with the Free Dining offer). For instance, we’ll discuss booking requirements for the package, potential upgrades, inclusions, and more. So join us as we discuss the 2019 Free Dining offer 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 taking advantage of the Free Dining offer this year? Related posts: DFB Video: Things Most People Don’t Know About Walt Disney World DFB Video: 11 Things Disney World Pros Do, And You Should, Too DFB Video: Disney World Bathrooms! (Volume I) View the full article

The 2019 Disney World Free Dining offer has been announced for Canadian residents – and this year’s dates are the same as the U.S. offer — July 5 through September 30, 2019! Disney World Free Dining 2019 Travel Dates The Disney World Free Dining offer is available to guests ARRIVING most nights from July 5-September 30, 2019. You may book the Free Dining offer NOW through February 10, 2019. Requirements: The minimum stay this year is 4 nights, and your package must include a minimum 4-day Theme Park ticket with Park Hopper or Park Hopper Plus option. (See below for participating resorts. Please note that the offer excludes several resorts this year, including campsites, 3-bedroom villas, and Disney’s Art of Animation Resort – Little Mermaid Standard Rooms.) Click here for answers to your Disney World Free Dining FAQs! Disney Resorts Participating in the Disney World Free Dining Offer for Canadian Residents If you stay at a participating Value or Moderate Resort, you’ll receive the Quick Service Dining plan for FREE. (Note that you can upgrade to the standard or deluxe dining plans by paying the difference in cost per night.) If you reserve a participating Deluxe or Deluxe Villa Resort, you will receive the standard Dining plan for FREE. (You can upgrade to the deluxe dining plan by paying the difference in cost per night.) Book These Disney Deluxe Villa Resort Hotels To Receive a Free Standard Disney Dining Plan: Bay Lake Tower at Disney’s Contemporary Resort Boulder Ridge Villas at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Copper Creek Villas & Cabins at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Disney’s Animal Kingdom Villas – Jambo House Disney’s Animal Kingdom Villas – Kidani Village Disney’s Beach Club Villas Disney’s BoardWalk Villas Disney’s Old Key West Resort Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa Book These Disney Deluxe Resort Hotels To Receive a Free Standard Disney Dining Plan Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Disney’s Beach Club Resort Disney’s BoardWalk Inn Disney’s Contemporary Resort Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Disney’s Yacht Club Resort Book These Disney Moderate Resort Hotels To Receive a Free Disney Quick-Service Dining Plan Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside The Cabins at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort Book These Disney Value Resort Hotels To Receive a Free Disney Quick-Service Dining Plan Disney’s All-Star Music Resort Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort Disney’s Art of Animation Resort – Family Suites Only Disney’s Pop Century Resort Offer excludes the following room types: Offer excludes the following room types: 3-bedroom villas, campsites, Cabins at Copper Creek Villas & Cabins at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge, Bungalows at Polynesian Villas & Bungalows, and Little Mermaid Standard Rooms at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort. Will Free Dining Save YOU Money? We Break Down the Numbers For You… 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. Important Details to Remember about Disney World Free Dining… The number of rooms allocated for this offer is limited. Advance reservation required. Theme park tickets valid for admission beginning on date of check-in and must be used within a limited number of days, depending on length of stay and ticket. Some table-service restaurants may have limited or no availability at time of package purchase. Children ages 3 to 9 must choose from the children’s menu, if available. Gratuities are not included. Cannot be combined with any other discount or promotion. Everyone in the same room must be on the same package. Related posts: News! 2016 Disney World Free Dining Offer Now Available! Is the 2019 Disney World Free Dining Offer a Good Deal? Celebrate Daylight Savings This Weekend With…MORE SAVINGS! View the full article

Disney started the New Year off with a big surprise when it announced the 2019 Free Dining offer for dates this Summer and early Fall! Thinking about planning a Summer visit to Disney World before the crowds descend this fall for the opening of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge? We can help you figure out: Is the Disney World Free Dining offer a good deal? The answer is … it depends. We have an entire chapter in our DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining dedicated to this very question and today we’ll look at some factors to consider when deciding if Free Dining is a good deal for YOU. Remember: Free Dining Isn’t Really Free First, and perhaps most importantly, let’s remember that Free Dining isn’t really “free.” With the Free Dining offer guests will be paying the rack rate for the resort of their choice, in addition to theme park tickets that include the Park Hopper or Park Hopper Plus option. Disney’s Wilderness Lodge You might find bigger savings with a room-only discount – including savings of up to 30% at select Deluxe Villas and Deluxe Hotels – and you can add the Dining Plan and park tickets on to these room-only offers. According to our number crunching in the DFB Guide, free dining is very often a good deal — but it depends on how many people are in your family and how deep the discounts are for room-only bookings. Always Do The Math When deciding if you should book the Free Dining offer or a room-only discount, you’ll want to compare the Free Dining to the discounted hotel room offers – adding ticket prices and estimated food expenses to see if it’s the best option for your family. Look at factors including how much your family eats at the parks (especially this year with the Free Dining being offered in the HOT summer months)! Is the Quick Service Dining Plan and a stay at at a Moderate or Value Resort the best fit? Or do you want to enjoy a table service meal or character meal every day with the standard Dining Plan, and a stay at a Deluxe Resort? Is dining with Snow White on your must-do dining list for this year? If you add up your out-of-pocket dining costs with a room-only discount and discover the Free Dining offer will save you money, and you’ll be able to make your Advance Dining Reservations for table service restaurants 180 days in advance, AND the Dining Plan of your choice won’t be restrictive for your dining needs, then it might make sense to book the Free Dining. Check out our analysis of the Disney Dining Plan in this video!  Be Savvy When Using the Disney Dining Plan Whether you’re getting the Disney Dining Plan as part of the Free Dining offer, or you’re going with the room-only discount and adding a Dining Plan at cost, you’ll want to use your dining credits wisely – especially all those snack credits! Mickey Waffle from Sleepy Hollow! Check out all of our tips on How to Maximize the Disney Dining Plan when you’re planning where to eat and which Dining Plan to choose. And be sure to watch our YouTube video on the Best Disney Dining Plan Snack Credits. Read more about the 2019 Disney World Free Dining Offer here! We break down ALL the numbers for you when it comes to Free Dining and the Disney Dining Plan in our DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining 2019! You can pre-order your copy now! Don’t Miss Out on Any Disney Fun! The 2019 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining, is now available for Pre-Order! With more than 750 pages, the 2019 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is full of tips and planning tools developed by Disney World experts over 20+ years of visits. We’ve done the research for you, so you’ll know just which spots will uniquely suit your family’s needs! With mini-reviews of every single restaurant, bar, lounge, kiosk and more; an entire chapter on the best snacks in Disney World; full Disney Dining Plan analysis (and how to get FREE dining); and a full chapter on discounts and deals; you’ll have everything you need to plan your best vacation yet. Click here to pre-order your copy of the 2019 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining E-book with code WDW2019 to save 25% today! But there’s MORE! Just like all DFB pre-order deals — when you pre-order your DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining, 2019 Edition today for 25% off the cover price, you’ll also get our fully updated 2018 Edition for FREE immediately, so you can start planning TODAY! Use code WDW2019 at check-out for a 25% off the cover price, AND get the 2018 edition for free! Our guides are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so you have nothing to lose. Are you booking the Free Dining Plan offer for this summer at Disney World? Let us know in the comments. Related posts: 21 Myths About Walt Disney World Food DEBUNKED Today is THE DAY! Pre-Order the DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining 2019 E-book Now! Our BIGGEST Sale of the Year is ON! Save 50% off All DFB Guides Right Now! View the full article